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Deep clean your Windows PC: 10 professional tricks and tools
1mo | pcworld.com
5 ways to stay safe against new cyber threats targeting your phone
1mo | pcworld.com
‘You think you know love until you read this book’: Why TikTok is obsessed with this 1848 Russian novella

“Pov: you think you know love until you read this book,” reads a viral TikTok post that’s referring not to a bestseller by Colleen Hoover or Sarah J. Maas, but instead a 150-year-old Russian novella by Fyodor Dostoevsky. 

As Bible sales boom, so does Christian tech

Want to know the Bible’s stance on technology? There’s an AI chatbot for that.

Just a few years ago, experts were predicting a mass decline of Christianity. The percentage of Americans identifying as Christian has fallen almost 20 points since 2000, while the population of non-affiliates was rising. But that decline has

Daron Acemoglu thinks AI is solving the wrong problems

Around the time that MIT economist Daron Acemoglu became one of AI’s most prominent hype-busters, he also won a Nobel Prize.

While those two things are not directly related, Acemoglu says there’s a common thread. Acemoglu and his co-laureates, Simon Johnson and James Robinson, were recognized for their research on how societies with extractive political systems

“I wanted to play with computers”: a chat with a new Stack Overflow engineer

Ben and Ryan catch up with Nenne Adaora “Adora” Nwodo, who recently joined Stack Overflow as a platform engineering manager. From her childhood fascination with computers to her years as a software engineer at Microsoft, Adora shares her evolution as a technologist. She tells Ben and Ryan about her experience interviewing for and accepting a role at Stack Overflow, the projects she’s working on in her new role, her nonprofit work in the edtech space, and how she prioritizes happiness in her care

This Unemployment Class Action Settlement Ends Today: Are You Eligible?

Today is the last day you'll have to opt into a settlement concerning pandemic-era unemployment benefits seized by the state of Michigan. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/this-unemployment-class-action-settlement-ends-today-are-you-eligible/#ftag=CADf328eec

1mo | cnet.com
Blood Types: Why Knowing Yours Is Crucial and How to Find It

Knowing your blood type is more important than you think. Here's why and tips for finding yours before an emergency happens. https://www.cnet.com/health/medical/blood-types-why-knowing-yours-is-crucial-and-how-to-find-it/#ftag=CADf328eec

1mo | cnet.com
Skip the subscription drama and own Office 2019 forever
1mo | pcworld.com
The best laptops for gaming and schoolwork in 2025

While there remain regular laptops and gaming laptops, the line that separates them has nearly disappeared. Today, if you have a fast CPU and graphics card, along with perks like a big screen and a good cooling system, you can play a decent number of games on your laptop. Besides, not everyone wants a big, garish gaming rig, nor does everyone want to spend the money required to get one of those. If you’re considering a new laptop for school, there are more options now than ever before that ca

1mo | Engadget
php[podcast] 2024.12.19

This week on the PHP Podcast, Eric and John talk about PHP Tek 2025, Home Row Mod, Glutton Malware, Larave Visual Code Extension, Free Copilot, Free Webstorm, and more… Links from the show: PHPTek 2025 – May 20th to 22nd, 2025 A guide to home row mods New Glutton Malware Exploits Popular PHP Frameworks Like […]

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What Happens to My Benefits if the Federal Government Shuts Down Friday Midnight?

Congress has until the midnight Friday to approve funding for the federal government before it shuts down. But what would a shutdown actually mean for you and your family? https://www.cnet.com/how-to/what-happens-to-my-benefits-if-the-federal-government-shuts-down-friday-midnight/#ftag=CADf328eec

1mo | cnet.com
Show HN: Gribstream.com – Historical Weather Forecast API

Hello! I'd like share about my sideproject https://gribstream.com

It is an API to extract weather forecasting data from the National Blend of Models (NBM) https://vlab.noaa.gov/web/mdl/nbm and the Global Forecast System (GFS) https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/products/weather-climate-mod

1mo | Hacker news
What We’ve Learned About Mattress Firmness, Thanks to Our Mattress Smasher 9000

With CNET's one-of-a-kind device, our sleep experts have objectively tested the firmness levels of nearly 100 beds so far. Here’s what we’ve found. https://www.cnet.com/health/what-weve-learned-about-mattress-firmness-thanks-to-our-mattress-smasher-9000/#ftag=CADf328eec

1mo | cnet.com
You Should Rinse All Produce, but Especially Wash These 12 Pesticide-Prone Fruits and Vegetables

Pesticides and other chemicals can linger on produce all the way from the field to your fruit tray, but we've got a list of the 12 most susceptible and the 15 least likely. https://www.cnet.com/news/you-should-rinse-all-produce-but-especially-these-12-pesticide-prone-fruits-vegetables/#ftag=CADf328eec

1mo | cnet.com
 NYT Connections today — my hints and answers for Friday, December 20 (game #558)

Looking for NYT Connections answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, plus my commentary on the puzzles.

https://www.techradar.com/gaming/nyt-connections-today-answers-hints-20-december-2024

OSA chce 90 Kč z každého smartphonu, Nejvyšší soud souhlasí

Čerstvý výnos Nejvyššího soudu ČR ve sporu mezi operátorem Vodafone a Ochranným svazem autorským znovu rozdírá letité jizvy sporu o tom, zdali jsou všichni uživatelé piráti, nebo se tu už po léta okrádají autoři. https://www.root.cz/clanky/osa-chce-90-kc-z-kazdeho-smartphonu-nejvyssi-soud-souhlasi/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=rss

1mo | root.cz
Waymo's driverless cars are apparently an insurance company's dream

Waymo’s fleet of driverless vehicles are operating in more cities and a study indicates that may reduce crashes on roadways. The study, a non-paid partnership between Waymo itself and

1mo | Engadget
Amazon to pay OSHA $145,000 in workplace safety settlement

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration has reached a settlement with Amazon about alleged hazardous workplace conditions at ten of the tech giant's facilities. Under the terms of the settlement, Amazon will pay a penalty of $145,000 and must implement "corporate-wide ergonomic measures" to reduce the risk of worker injuries. OSHA will also continue inspecting the facilities for the next two years. On the government side of the agreement, OSHA is

1mo | Engadget
Sony Is Slashing Prices on Some of the Best PS5 Titles Ahead of the Holidays

These digital game deals make a perfect last-minute gift. Plus, there are tons of discounts to be had on PS5 consoles and accessories as well. https://www.cnet.com/deals/playstation-holiday-sale/#ftag=CADf328eec

1mo | cnet.com
Belkin's Magnetic Power Bank Is the Perfect $40 Gift for iPhone Users

With a sizeable 10,000-mAh capacity, the BoostCharge Magnetic power bank can keep boosting your phone while you're on the go. https://www.cnet.com/deals/belkins-magnetic-power-bank-is-the-perfect-40-gift-for-iphone-users/#ftag=CADf328eec

1mo | cnet.com
Here's What's Coming to Disneyland and Disney World in 2025 and Beyond, Including Bluey

All-new rides coming to Disneyland and Disney World include theming around Encanto, Avengers and Coco, while Cars, Disney Villains, Avatar and Monsters Inc. are getting entirely new areas. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/heres-whats-coming-to-disneyland-and-disney-world-in-2025-and-beyond-including-bluey/#ftag=CADf328eec

1mo | cnet.com
Tis the season for the Steam Winter Sale to take all your money

It's here! The Steam Winter Sale is underway now and runs through January 2. That leaves you plenty of time to internally debate whether you really need to buy yet more games and ultimately convince yourself that yes, in fact, you do.

Several notable titles from the Summer Sale are once again seeing similar discounts this season. Baldur

1mo | Engadget
‘Combat their crazy opinion with an even crazier opinion’: This TikToker offers tips for handling tense family conversations over the holidays

The holidays can be a hotbed for arguments, whether it’s a squabble in the kitchen or a heated game of monopoly. “Never discuss religion, sex, politics, or money” might be sage advice when it comes to the festive period, but it’s more often than not ignored after a few drinks.

Some opt to nod, smile, and quickly change the subject, all in the name of keeping the peac

We called 1-800-ChatGPT to see if OpenAI would ruin Christmas

OpenAI just launched a way to call ChatGPT over the phone as a means of introducing people to the generative AI service. Users in the U.S. and Canada can call 1-800-CHATGPT (1-800-242-8478) to chat with the service or ask questions for up to 15 minutes for free per month. The release is part of OpenAI’s 12-day release event it’s playfully calling “shipmas.” (The most exci

47 Best Wellness Gifts for the Health Gurus Who Have It All

Whether you're shopping for a holistic health connoisseur or a fitness enthusiast or, our editors' favorite picks have you covered for the holidays. https://www.cnet.com/health/47-best-wellness-gifts-for-the-health-gurus-that-have-it-all/#ftag=CADf328eec

1mo | cnet.com