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Cheeky household object romance sim Date Everything! is now arriving in June

The absurdist romance sim Date Everything! has yet another release date. After two delays, creators Sassy Chap Games and Team17 said on Thursday that the cheeky sandbox dating game will launch on June 17.

Date Everything! is an appropriate title for a game that lets you woo human personifications of household objects. (Shut-ins, rejoice!) Each data

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Cascading Layouts: A Workshop on Resilient CSS Layouts

If I were starting with CSS today for the very first time, I would first want to spend time understanding writing modes because that’s a great place to wrap your head around direction and document flow. But right after that, …


Cascading Layouts: A Workshop on Resilient CSS Layouts originally publishe

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Pixel 9A Review: A Value-Packed Phone, Just at the Right Time

I tested the $499 Pixel 9A for two weeks and was impressed by how many features Google added without raising the price. Let's hope tariffs don't change that. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/google-pixel-9a-review-a-value-packed-phone-just-at-the-right-time/#ftag=CADf328eec

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The Fiber Advantage for Homeowners: Faster and Futureproof but Unequal

If you can get fiber broadband, your home might be worth more. But a lack of equitable access to fast internet puts people at a disadvantage in building wealth. https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/the-fiber-advantage-for-homeowners-faster-and-futureproof-but-unequal/#ftag=CADf328eec

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Pixel 9A Is Out Now: What to Know About Google's Budget Android

Google's $499 phone has a lot in common with the pricier baseline Pixel 9. Here's our guide for what you'll get -- and what you won't -- for that lower price. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/pixel-9a-is-out-now-what-to-know-about-googles-budget-android/#ftag=CADf328eec

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New Survey Shows High-School Students Say AI Alleviates Math Stress

Many 16- to 18-year-olds surveyed said AI offers instant help, feedback and a nonjudgmental setting that makes math more accessible and understandable. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/new-survey-shows-high-school-students-say-ai-alleviates-math-stress/#ftag=CADf328eec

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Make Your Next Grilled Cheese in an Air Fryer and Never Look Back

Say goodbye to burnt sandwiches and grilled cheeses that fall apart in your hands. The air fryer is my new favorite method for making the classic comfort food. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/make-your-next-grilled-cheese-in-an-air-fryer-and-never-look-back/#ftag=CADf328eec

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Spring Cleaning Your Tech: How to Recycle Old Computers and Printers for Free

Have any old PC towers, laptops and printers sitting around? Here's where you can recycle them for free -- and, in some cases, even get store credit. https://www.cnet.com/tech/computing/spring-cleaning-your-tech-how-to-recycle-old-computers-and-printers-for-free/#ftag=CADf328eec

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 NYT Strands hints and answers for Friday, April 11 (game #404)

Looking for NYT Strands answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, including the spangram.

https://www.techradar.com/computing/websites-apps/nyt-strands-today-answers-hints-11-april-2025

 NYT Connections hints and answers for Friday, April 11 (game #670)

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-11-april-2025

 Thanks to Sabrina Carpenter, for the first time in my life — I want to play Fortnite

Fortnite has added Sabrina Carpenter skins and emotes to the game and it's causing wholesome interactions on the battlefield as players bond and dance to Espresso

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/thanks-to-sabrina-carpenter-for-the-first-time-in-my-life-i-want-to-play-fortnite

 Black Mirror's creator was so addicted to Balatro last year it's made it into the Netflix show

In an unexpected crossover between indie gaming and television, Balatro, the breakout indie game of 2024, makes a surprise cameo in Netflix’s Black Mirror.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/black-mirrors-creator-was-so-addicted-to-balatro-last-year-its-made-it-into-the-netflix-show

 Microsoft may cut more jobs, and middle managers are in the crosshairs

A new report suggests Microsoft could announce more job cuts soon, targeting middle managers to streamline teams and prioritize coding talent.

https://www.windowscentral.com/microsoft/microsoft-may-cut-more-jobs-and-middle-managers-are-in-the-crosshairs

 Atomfall finally fixes the audio bug that almost made me quit

Atomfall's launch was marred by a critical audio bug on Xbox which frustrated me and many players, but it's now been fixed.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/atomfall-finally-fixes-the-audio-bug-that-almost-made-me-quit

Why I prefer this lo-fi password manager over swanky modern ones
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This superb Ryzen 9 laptop with RTX 4070 is $470 off right now
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“Massive” Tablo DVR update makes the Roku app unusable for some (including me)
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Aqara has a clever solution for a vexing Matter problem
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This Core i9 mini PC with 32GB RAM got slashed to its best-ever price
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Time to stock up! This super-fast USB-C cable is dirt cheap right now
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Need to surf the web anonymously? These 4 tools can help
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A Steam Deck prototype allegedly sold on eBay for $2,000
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 Onkyo Creator Series GX-10DB, GX-30ARC speakers review: Pretty connectivity

Onkyo's Creator Series speakers deliver capable audio in a mostly premium-looking package, with nearly every connectivity option you can think of, plus a built-in phono preamp, included (plastic) speaker stands, and ARC (HDMI) support on the GX-30ARC.

https://www.tomshardware.com/speakers/onkyo-creator-series-gx-10db-gx-30arc-speakers-review

 Windows Update drops empty 'intepub' folder in system, leaves users scratching heads after April update

Computer security researchers have been left scratching their heads after applying Microsoft’s latest raft of Patch Tuesday updates - as an 'inetpub' folder has been left behind.

https://www.tomshardware.com/software/windows/windows-update-drops-empty-intepub-folder-in-system-leaves-users-scratching-heads-after-april-update

OpenAI files countersuit against Elon Musk's 'bad faith' attacks

OpenAI has filed a countersuit against Elon Musk, accusing him of staging press attacks and malicious campaigns on "the social media platform he controls," as well as of making "harassing legal claims" and a "sham bid for OpenAI's assets." In its filing, courtesy of TechCrunch, the ChatGPT-maker said Musk could not tolerate se

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Apple TV+ deal: Get three months of access for only $9

Apple TV+ has a ton of popular originals like Ted Lasso, Severance,

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Google Pixel 9a review: Basic in just the right way

The push for the latest, greatest and most feature-packed gadgets often results in so much pressure that buying anything else can feel like self-betrayal. And while the Pixel 9a is technically a new device, its chip is six months old. The same goes for its design, which is nearly a carbon copy of its

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France to ban students from keeping smartphones in schools

The last decade or so has seen schools and governments alike working on a substantial question: To what degree should students be allowed access to their phones? France has been among those leading the charge, requiring smartphones to be turned off during school hours since 2018. Now, the country is taking things a step further, insisting that students leave their phone in lockers o

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Tailwind’s @apply Feature is Better Than it Sounds

Most of the time, people showcase Tailwind's @apply feature with one of Tailwind's single-property utilities (which changes a single CSS declaration). When showcased this way, @apply doesn't sound promising at all. So obviously, nobody wants to use it. Personally, I think Tailwind's @apply feature is better than described.


Tailwind’s @apply Fea

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5 Hidden Health Benefits of Spring Cleaning, According to Experts

If you've been putting off spring cleaning, learning about these mental and physical health benefits will be all the motivation you need. https://www.cnet.com/health/motivating-health-benefits-spring-cleaning-according-experts/#ftag=CADf328eec

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Extending the Trump Tax Cuts? Here's Who Might and Might Not Benefit

Republicans in Congress have a plan ready to extend the 2017 Trump tax cuts but are already facing major opposition from Democrats. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/taxes/extending-the-trump-tax-cuts-heres-who-might-and-might-not-benefit/#ftag=CADf328eec

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Can Renters Install Smart Thermostats? Here's How — and Why to Do It Now

Learning thermostats can make a difference in tenant energy bills but you'll probably have to get permission first. Here's why it's worth it. https://www.cnet.com/home/smart-home/can-renters-install-smart-thermostats-heres-how-and-why-to-do-it-now/#ftag=CADf328eec

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How to Extend Your Wi-Fi Range Outside for Spring

It's never too early to start thinking about your next cookout or outdoor movie night. CNET examines how to extend Wi-Fi outdoors. https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/how-to-extend-your-wifi-range-outside-for-spring/#ftag=CADf328eec

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 Independent audit confirms IPVanish never logs your data

In a boost of transparency, IPVanish unveils successful no-log audit and new Trust Center resource. Here's all you need to know.

https://www.techradar.com/vpn/vpn-services/independent-audit-confirms-ipvanish-never-logs-your-data

 Trump's tariffs may be paused, but that won't stop GPUs being overpriced and expensive

It's not going to end the issues of inflated GPU prices, but Trump's 90-day pause on tariffs could settle fears of further price hikes for the time being.

https://www.techradar.com/computing/gpu/trumps-tariffs-may-be-paused-but-that-wont-stop-gpus-being-overpriced-and-expensive

 A mysterious new folder appeared in my C drive after this Windows 11 update, should I be worried?

A recent Windows 11 update has left behind a strange "inetpub" folder on users' computers — here's what it is and what it isn't.

https://www.laptopmag.com/laptops/windows-laptops/what-is-inetpub-folder-windows-11