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Hack-A-Day Restoring an Abandoned Game Boy Kiosk
Back in the olden days, there existed physical game stores, which in addition to physical games would also have kiosks where you could try out the current game consoles and …read more
The Guardian - US Could Trump’s tariffs give a green light for corporate profiteering?
Expectations of inflation, and recent waves of price rises, could be self-fulfilling and fuel ‘greedflation’ – and it may not only apply to US consumersOver the past few years consumers have grown used to seeing prices rise at an exorbitant rate....
The Guardian - US Iranian minister says nuclear deal possible if US does not make ‘unrealistic demands’
Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araqchi and US Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff will resume talks in Rome on SaturdayIran’s top negotiator believes reaching an agreement on its nuclear programme with the US is possible as long as Washington is...
Digital Tends Amazon reveals new date for debut Project Kuiper launch
Amazon’s inaugural launch of its Project Kuiper internet satellites on April 9 turned out to be nothing of the sort when poor weather conditions prompted the mission team to postpone liftoff. Up until Thursday, we’d heard nothing from Amazon and...
New York Times - World As Famine Rages in Sudan, U.S. Aid Remains Scarce
The stark consequences of the rollback are evident in few places as clearly as in Sudan, where a brutal civil war has combined with a staggering humanitarian catastrophe.
New York Times - World U.S. and Iran to Meet Again for Nuclear Talks, as Israel Watches Closely
The Trump administration has sent mixed messages about its goal for the negotiations.
The Guardian - US Are we alone? New discovery raises hopes of finding alien life
Tentative evidence for life on a distant world is exciting, but unconfirmed. As new telescopes bring exoplanets into sharper focus, is the truth out there?Towards the end of his life, the cosmologist Stephen Hawking was asked about the odds of...
New York Times - World Inside El Salvador’s CECOT Prison, Where Abrego Garcia Was Held
A U.S. senator was denied entry to a prison that had held Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia. The authorities arranged a meeting at a hotel instead. Here’s what to know.
The Guardian - US NBA play-in tournament: Morant plays through injury as Grizzlies secure No 8 seed
Grizzlies beat Mavericks 120-106 to lock up No 8 seedHeat beats Hawks 123-114 to book spot in playoffsMiami become first No 10 seed to reach postseasonTwo-time All-Star Ja Morant promised a sprained right ankle wouldn’t keep him out of Memphis’...
Hack-A-Day Haircuts in Space: How to Keep Your Astronauts Looking Fresh
Although we tend to see mostly the glorious and fun parts of hanging out in a space station, the human body will not cease to do its usual things, whether …read more
BBC - Europe Trump says US will 'pass' on Ukraine peace talks if no progress soon
Trump's comments came hours after US Secretary of State Marco Rubio warned that the US could abandon talks.
New York Times - World Abrego Garcia Told Chris Van Hollen He Had Been In Isolation in El Salvador Prison
Senator Chris Van Hollen said that Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia,who was deported and incarcerated in El Salvador, reported having been transferred after weeks in a maximum-security prison.
BBC - Innovation I won't put my relationships online again, says Lilly Sabri
The influencer explains how she rebuilt her life after a podcast implicated her fiancé had had an affair.
Gizmodo Tremors May Finally Unearth a Legacy Sequel with Kevin Bacon
The franchise creators make 'no promises' so far but hope to develop new ideas in the cult-favorite creature-feature series.
BBC - Innovation AI dolls are taking over - but real artists are sick of them
Artists hit back on social media to warn artificial intelligence may be endangering their livelihoods.
The Guardian - US ‘It feels deeply human’: Andor’s Genevieve O’Reilly on turning a tiny Star Wars role into one of its biggest
In 2005, O’Reilly joined the Star Wars galaxy as the younger version of Rebel leader Mon Mothma. Now in Andor, the Irish-Australian actor gets her turn in the spotlight“I swear I got the job because I was the palest person in Sydney,” Genevieve...
New York Times - World British and Israeli Tourists Among Victims of Italian Cable Car Crash
Italian officials have identified the four people who died in a cable car accident on Thursday. The ride was popular with locals and visitors because of its breathtaking views.
The Guardian - US Kilmar Ábrego García ‘traumatized’ by threats in prison, Maryland senator says
Chris Van Hollen describes meeting with constituent held in Salvadoran prison against supreme court orderUS politics live – latest updatesWrongly deported Salvadoran man Kilmar Ábrego García has been held incommunicado and faced threats in prison...
Techcrunch A comprehensive list of 2025 tech layoffs
A complete list of all the known layoffs in tech, from Big Tech to startups, broken down by month throughout 2024.
Daring Fireball A Few DF Sponsorship Openings
Weekly sponsorships have been the top source of revenue for Daring Fireball ever since I started selling them back in 2007. They’ve succeeded, I think, because they make everyone happy. They generate good money. There’s only one sponsor per week...
Daring Fireball Federal Appeals Court Says Trump DOJ ‘Would Reduce the Rule of Law to Lawlessness’
CNN: A federal appeals court rejected the Trump administration’s request that it halt the next steps Judge Paula Xinis is seeking to take in the case concerning a migrant who was wrongly deported to El Salvador, with a strident warning about...
The Guardian - US ‘Shocking to the sense of liberty Americans hold dear’: the impassioned US court order in the Ábrego García case
Judges on the US court of appeals for the fourth circuit issued a memorable call for the return of Kilmar Ábrego García and the separation of government powers. Here is the textUpon review of the government’s motion, the court denies the motion for...
Hack-A-Day Robot Picks Fruit and Changes Light Bulbs with Measuring Tape
How far can you stretch a measuring tape before it buckles? The answer probably depends more on the tape than the user, but it does show how sturdy the coiled …read more
New York Times - World A Fireball Near Mexico City Lit Up the Sky and the Internet
The glowing object was a bolide, fireballs that explode in a bright flash, according to experts. It streaked across Mexico’s predawn skies on Wednesday.
The Guardian - US Yankees’ Chisholm suspended for one game over ejection and in-game tweet
Second baseman ejected over call third strike and tweetMLB rules ban use of electronic devices during gamesNew York Yankees second baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr was suspended for one game and fined by Major League Baseball on Friday following his...
Den of Geek The Push is On for the Summer of Superman
Friday, April 18th marks 87 years since Superman first showed up in comics pages, and DC is not going to let that slide without at least a little bit of a party. With James Gunn’s Superman hitting theaters this summer, DC is ramping up for a big...
The Guardian - US Detained Turkish student must be transferred from Louisiana for hearing, judge rules
Rumeysa Ozturk was taken by immigration officials over what her lawyers say was apparent retaliation for op-edA federal judge on Friday ordered that a Turkish Tufts University student detained by immigration authorities in Louisiana to be brought...
Gizmodo Black Panther and More Marvel Heroes Board Disney Cruise Line’s Destiny for Avengers Experiences
Plus Fan Fest Nights at Universal Studios invites cosplayers, Yo Gabba Gabba! invades Coachella, and Pop Mart adds new locations to find more Labubu drops.
BBC - Europe Ukraine minerals deal may not buy peace after Trump threat
As Trump threatens to walk from peace talks, a mineral deal looks unlikely to offer Ukraine security.
New York Times - World Trump Administration Bolsters Putin With Hint of Abandoning Ukraine Talks
President Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio both suggested Friday that the United States might wash its hands of the peace effort.
Digital Tends At 20% off, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL just became Android’s best phone
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is the best Android phone you can buy today, thanks to this discount.
Apple Insider Apple wants to patent its once discarded haptic button design, known as 'Project Bongo'
We could see haptic buttons on a future iPhone after all, as Apple's previously abandoned Bongo project has surfaced in a recent patent application.Apple's long-rumored haptic button design surfaced in a patent application. Image Credit: Apple /...
Daring Fireball E.U. Delayed Fines for Apple and Meta Just Before Trade Talks With U.S. Started
Kim Mackrael and Sam Schechner, reporting for The Wall Street Journal (News+ link): The European Commission, the EU’s executive body, had initially planned to announce cease-and-desist orders targeting the tech giants on Tuesday and had...
New York Times - World U.S. Adds Fees for Chinese Ships in Effort to Boost Shipbuilding
The new fees are aimed at countering China’s dominance of the shipbuilding industry, but critics say they will simply raise prices for American consumers.
How To Geek You've Read Misinformation About the Switch 2, Here Are the Facts
Nintendo probably should have been more forthcoming.
Lifehacker You Should Try Instagram's New 'Blend' Feature for a Custom Reels Feed
Take a peek into each other's algorithm.
The Takeout Are Sprouted Onions Safe To Eat And Cook With?
It may look alarming when onions start to sprout, but are they actually safe to eat or do you need to toss them? Here's what you need to know.
9to5 Mac Play to Xcode lets you turn mockups into real apps
Prototyping is an important stage in the development of a new app. And to make life even easier for developers, prototyping platform Play recently introduced Play to Xcode, which essentially turns mockups into real app projects. more…
New York Times - World Abdullah Ahmad Badawi, a Calming Prime Minister of Malaysia, Dies at 85
From 2003 to 2009, he brought a quiet style of leadership to his Southeast Asian nation after the strongman rule of Mahathir Mohamad.
Polygon Baldur’s Gate 3 is 20% off to celebrate its last major update
Baldur’s Gate 3 recently received its final major patch, adding features like cross-play, photo mode, and new subclasses in addition to myriad bug fixes. While there may be future updates to address undiscovered bugs, Larian Studios has capped off...
TidBits Staying the Course After 35 Years of TidBITS
Despite unsettling times, the 35th anniversary of TidBITS demonstrates how a commitment to clear communication and mutual respect can elevate individual capabilities and foster lasting communities.
Techcrunch A new kids’ show will come with a crypto wallet when it debuts this fall
A new animated kids’ series expected to premiere this year won’t be headed for a TV network. Or a streaming service. Instead, the founders of production studio We Ghosted Media plan to launch on a decentralized web platform that uses blockchain...
The Guardian - US Congo boat disaster death toll rises to 148, with more than 100 still missing
Fire broke out during onboard cooking before wooden vessel capsized with 500 passengers aboardThe death toll from a boat fire and capsizing in the Democratic Republic of Congo earlier this week has risen to 148 with more than 100 people still...
Gizmodo A New Superman Featurette Puts Faith in Its Hero and James Gunn
There's a lot riding on Superman, but there's reason to believe Gunn's take on the DC hero will be a cinematic giant.
Lifehacker People Are Reverse Location Searching Photos on ChatGPT, and It Actually Works
It just isn't as accurate as some might say.
Jalopinik This Might Be The Worst Chevy SSR In Existence
I cannot for the life of me tell you what the previous owner(s) did to this poor purple 2004 Chevy SSR, but it wasn't good.
Polygon LinkedIn has fun games on it and I’m not making that up
Hear me out: LinkedIn actually has fun games on it. I’m not joking. There are games buried underneath all the posts from CEOs disrupting industries through the power of AI, and they’re actually kind of good. My favorite is Zip, a game about filling...
Gizmodo Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra Is Cheaper Than Apple Watch Ultra, but Tariffs Could End That Soon
You can save up to $325 with a trade-in credit when purchasing the rugged, outdoorsy Galaxy Watch Ultra.
Techcrunch Techstars increases startup funding to $220,000, mirroring YC structure
Techstars, a nearly 20-year-old startup accelerator, announced new terms for startups that enter its three-month program. The organization will now invest $220,000, which is $100,000 more than it offered previously, in companies starting with its...
Techcrunch OpenAI’s new reasoning AI models hallucinate more
OpenAI’s recently launched o3 and o4-mini AI models are state-of-the-art in many respects. However, the new models still hallucinate, or make things up — in fact, they hallucinate more than several of OpenAI’s older models. Hallucinations have...
Digital Tends Sinners’s ending, explained
Ryan Coogler's epic horror movie, Sinners, presents a unique and layered vision of vampire horror with a powerful and poignant ending.
New York Times - World Rubio Says Trump to ‘Move On’ From Ukraine Peace Talks if No Progress Soon
“If it is not possible to end the war in Ukraine, we need to move on,” Secretary of State Marco Rubio said as he departed meetings in Paris.
Gizmodo Oregon Revives Lawsuit Against Coinbase That Trump’s DOJ Killed
President Trump might be a fan of crypto, but companies in the industry still face state regulators.
Polygon How to sign up for the Marathon alpha
The Marathon alpha gives you a chance to play Bungie’s forthcoming extraction shooter significantly ahead of its Sept. 23 release date. Announced during Bungie’s Marathon stream on April 12, the Marathon alpha allows you to check out four...
Ars Technica Google adds YouTube Music feature to end annoying volume shifts
Automatic audio leveling is coming to YouTube Music.
9to5 Mac Luka Doncic’s shock over NBA trade got taken out on his iPhone
NBA fans are still recovering from the shocking trade of star Luka Doncic from the Mavericks to the LA Lakers. And in a new interview with Doncic, he reveals that his iPhone might still be recovering a little too. more…
Polygon Where to find all Microchips in Blue Prince
Microchips are items in Blue Prince that you probably won’t even know you need. They’re not involved in reaching Room 46, but they are part of the game’s larger, post-credits mystery and story. You’ll learn about the Microchips once you reach the...
Gizmodo Amazon’s Choice SSD From SK Hynix Is Practically a Steal Right Now and Flying Off the Shelves
You can save between 25% and 28% for a limited time on a high-speed portable SSD with up to 2TB of storage.
Polygon Star Wars Outlaws demo arrives well after launch, ahead of Switch 2 debut
Star Wars Outlaws, the open-world action game from Massive Entertainment, is coming to Nintendo Switch 2 on Sept. 4, publisher Ubisoft announced Friday. A Switch 2 port of this graphically intensive game — ray-traced lighting is a foundational...
9to5 Mac Not seeing the Save button on the Instagram camera? Here’s how to bring it back
The Instagram app has its own built-in camera, so users can take photos and videos for Stories without needing another app. While users can save this content to their photo library, some people have noticed that the Save button on the Instagram...
Gizmodo Ryan Coogler’s X-Files Reboot Is Apparently Still Happening
The Sinners director hinted at wanting to get original star Gillian Anderson involved somehow.
Digital Tends Rick Dalton’s return? Leo’s rumored offer for Once Upon A Time in Hollywood sequel
With a Once Upon a Time…in Hollywood sequel in development, will Leonardo DiCaprio reunite with Brad Pitt? Find out Leo's rumored offer to return.
Techcrunch ChatGPT: Everything you need to know about the AI-powered chatbot
ChatGPT, OpenAI’s text-generating AI chatbot, has taken the world by storm since its launch in November 2022. What started as a tool to supercharge productivity through writing essays and code with short text prompts has evolved into a behemoth...
Polygon All the ways you should prep to pre-order a Nintendo Switch 2
Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders are officially opening in the U.S. on April 24. This news comes after the original plan to open pre-orders on April 9 was delayed due to the “potential impact of tariffs.” Thankfully, the console isn’t increasing in...
Jalopinik The New York Auto Show's Tuner Dungeon Has Better Supras, Zs, And 911s Than The Automakers Upstairs
The best cars at the New York Auto Show are the furthest from stock - all those modified and personalized machines locked away in the Tuner Dungeon downstairs.
Kotaku Early Praise For Sinners Suggests The Genre-Fluid Horror Flick Is An Instant Classic
Ryan Coogler and Michael B. Jordan have reunited once again, and the internet can’t get enough! Their newest project, “Sinners,” is a genre-fluid horror-thriller that blends together themes of religion, freedom, music, mysticism, and vampires— but...
Apple Insider When you report bugs on iOS, some content may be used for AI training
If you decide to report a bug on a beta version of iOS, you now apparently have to let Apple use the uploaded content for Apple Intelligence training with no way to opt out.If you want to report a bug on iOS, content you upload may be used for AI...
Digital Tends Luxury watch brand Movado has a smart watch — it’s over $350 below retail price today
The Movado Bold Motion is a minimalist's smartwatch with a classic, luxury design. It's just $442 today.
9to5 Mac With iPhone 17 Pro Max, Apple may finally grant this years-old wish
This fall Apple will launch four new iPhones, including the ultra-thin iPhone 17 Air. But with the iPhone 17 Pro Max, the company is leaning hard in the opposite direction, and thus fulfilling the wish of many users over the years for the most...
Techcrunch Bluesky may soon add blue check verification
Bluesky may soon get a new blue checkmark verification system, according to changes to the app’s public GitHub repository spotted Friday by reverse engineer alice.mosphere.at. The blue checks may have a similar look to the system pioneered by...
Den of Geek New Superman Footage Features One of DC’s Weirdest Heroes
“We love getting to play with the incredible DC library of characters and stories,” declares DC Studios co-head Peter Safran. “And we really want to do justice for them.” Safran’s comments come as part of a new Superman clip focused on James Gunn‘s...
Gizmodo Trump’s DOJ Sends Intimidating Letters to Medical Journals for Supposedly Being ‘Partisan’
Trump's goons will eventually come for everyone.
9to5 Mac Tips and tricks to get the most out of your CarPlay experience
For the vast majority of people, CarPlay is a must-have. Apple’s in-car experience provides a vastly superior infotainment experience than most options from carmakers. There’s quick access to your favorite apps, integration with Siri, seamless...
Techcrunch TechCrunch Mobility: Lyft buys its way into Europe, Kodiak SPACs, and how China’s new ADAS rules might affect Tesla
Welcome back to TechCrunch Mobility — your central hub for news and insights on the future of transportation. Sign up here for free — just click TechCrunch Mobility! Enough with my typical small talk. Let’s jump into the news right away this week....
The Geek Games FBC: Firebreak: The Dangers of Work [VIDEO]
Remedy Entertainment is trying to promote its Control spin-off and is preparing another special broadcast to do so. FBC: Firebreak is a cooperative first-person shooter set within a mysterious federal agency under attack by alien forces, and when...
Hack-A-Day A Pi-Based LiDAR Scanner
Although there are plenty of methods for effectively imaging a 3D space, LiDAR is widely regarded as one of the most effective methods. These systems use a rapid succession of …read more
Digital Tends JBL Flip 7 vs. Sonos Roam 2: Which portable speaker fits your style?
The Roam 2 is equally comfortable at home and on the road, but does that make it the right choice for a portable Bluetooth speaker?
Kotaku Marvel Rivals Will Soon Be Getting Swimsuit Skins
Marvel announced that “soon” swimsuit-themed skins will be appearing in popular free-to-play shooter Marvel Rivals. Do you hear that loud noise? That’s the sound of Marvel Rivals developer NetEase installing new vaults to hold all the money they...
The Takeout How Long You Should Really Cool A Cake Before Frosting It
Properly waiting for a cake to cool before you can frost it is not for the impatient, so we consulted a decorating expert to find out how long to wait.
Techcrunch White House replaces covid.gov website with ‘lab leak’ theory
The government-run website covid.gov used to host information about COVID-19 vaccines, testing, and treatment. Now, under President Trump’s purview, the page redirects to a White House website espousing the unproven theory that COVID-19 originated...
Ars Technica Trump official to Katy Perry and Bezos’ fiancée: “You cannot identify as an astronaut”
It turns out the FAA now takes no role in identifying who is an astronaut.
Ars Technica Microsoft’s “1‑bit” AI model runs on a CPU only, while matching larger systems
Future AI might not need supercomputers thanks to models like BitNet b1.58 2B4T.
Polygon The Pokémon TCG Team Rocket cards showcase everyday crime life
The Japanese-language Pokémon Trading Card Game set The Glory of Team Rocket dropped on April 18, meaning we finally have a clear look at the cards that will be released in North America as part of the Destined Rivals set on May 30. While some...
Digital Tends New YouTube Music shortcut lets you quickly control volume levels
YouTube Music just rolled out a small but surprisingly useful change that makes it way easier to manage your listening experience, especially if you’re someone who’s constantly adjusting the volume between tracks. As part of its latest update, the...
The Geek Games Ready or Not: Void Interactive’s Tactical FPS Is Coming to Consoles! [VIDEO]
The PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series will also be getting Void Interactive’s game, which has been available on PC for almost a year and a half. Actually, it’s been more than a year and a half, as the full release date is actually December 13, 2023…...
Polygon How to use the Freezer to freeze and unfreeze items in Blue Prince
The Freezer is a rare room in Blue Prince that freezes your currency, allowing you to carry it over to the next run. While your assets are frozen in the Freezer, you’re also unable to pick up any more gems or gold pieces. But there are ways to thaw...
Digital Tends The JBL Charge 6 is out, so the Charge 5 is on sale
The JBL Charge 5 Bluetooth Speaker is on sale for $130 today. Purchase at Walmart to take advantage of this offer.
The Takeout Frito-Lay Recalls That Affected Millions
Just like any other major food company, Frito-Lay has been forced to recall a long list of products over the years for the sake of public health.
Kotaku The 28 Years Later Trailer Feels Like The Leftovers Meets Survival Horror
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The Geek Games Lords of the Fallen: A Huge Update Brings Hexworks’ Game to 2.0! [VIDEO]
Although CI Games and Hexworks are working on the sequel, this game has not been left behind, as a major update has now been released. After more than 50 post-launch updates, Lords of the Fallen version 2.0 marks the definitive edition of the...
Techcrunch ChatGPT is referring to users by their names unprompted, and some find it ‘creepy’
Some ChatGPT users have noticed a strange phenomenon recently: Occasionally, the chatbot refers to them by name as it reasons through problems. That wasn’t the default behavior previously, and several users claim ChatGPT is mentioning their names...
Gizmodo New Toxic Avenger Trailer Takes Gory Aim at Health Care
Peter Dinklage's Toxie sure has some bloody and violent thoughts to share about the insurance industry in the August release.
Lifehacker How to Make Peanut Butter in the Vitamix Ascent X5
Take these steps to make the fastest, smoothest peanut butter in a single minute.
Jalopinik The Fastest Electric Passenger Vessel On Water Is A Hydrofoil Ferry That Seats 30 People
Candela's P-12 is faster, cheaper to run and vastly more efficient than diesel ferries, and one is coming to Lake Tahoe.
Polygon The hardest puppeteering scenes to get right in The Legend of Ochi aren’t the ones you’d expect
One of the most astounding characters in A24’s new fantasy-adventure movie The Legend of Ochi is the titular mythical creature, a monkeylike animal with golden fur and big ears. While the other ochi in the movie are slightly bigger than...
Polygon Captain America: Brave New World, Companion, The Room Next Door on Netflix, and every movie new to streaming this weekend
Each week on Polygon, we round up the most notable new releases to streaming and VOD, highlighting the biggest and best new movies for you to watch at home. This week, Captain America: Brave New World, the latest Marvel superhero movie starring...
Digital Tends Need new office furniture? Get up to 20% off from the Steelcase Spring Sale
The Steelcase Spring Sale is offering discounts of up to 20% on all kinds of office furniture, including office chairs and standing desks. Hurry if you don't want to miss the savings!
The Geek Games Covenant: This Is What a Soulslike FPS Can Be! [VIDEO]
Legion Studios has released a new video of their first-person shooter, which is still only announced for one platform… Covenant is a first-person dark fantasy action-adventure game where you’ll roam a vast, interconnected world, passing through...
Lifehacker Why the Treadmill Can Feel so Much Easier Than Running Outside
The treadmill isn't necessarily easier, but it can sure feel easier.