New York Times - World The deal was expected to open the Strait of Hormuz, lift the U.S. naval blockade on Iranian ports and pave the way for further talks. It did not address Iran’s nuclear program.
The Guardian - US G7 leaders to meet in Évian-les-Bains in France later today to discuss the most pressing issues, including Ukraine, Gaza, and IranKyiv monastery set on fire in night of Russian attacks across UkraineMacron frames Évian G7 agenda in hope Trump will...
Hack-A-Day The PDP-11/70, [Oscar]’s next project " data-large-file="https://hackaday.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/11-70.jpg?w=702" />A year before the arrival of the brand-new 21st millennium, the Year 2000 Bug was predicted to grind modern society to...
The Guardian - US The life of the Brooklyn Bridge’s chief engineer inspires this multifaceted novelWashington Augustus Roebling, or “Wash”, was the chief engineer on the Brooklyn Bridge, which, when opened to the public on 24 May 1883, was the longest suspension...
The Guardian - US Initial deal expected to be signed on Friday but questions remain over strait of Hormuz, Lebanon conflict and Iran’s nuclear programPeace deal between US and Iran announced, with strait of Hormuz expected to reopenExplainer: what do we know about...
New York Times - World New York Times - World Marius Borg Hoiby was sentenced to four years in prison. He stood trial as his mother came under pressure over her ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
The Guardian - US UK prime minister says move will bring ‘real change for our children’ amid growing concerns over harmful online contentAccess to social media will be banned in the UK for users under 16, Keir Starmer has announced, in what he described as “real...
BBC - Innovation The measures will see apps including TikTok and Snapchat blocked for UK teens early in 2027.
The Guardian - US Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial newsOil prices tumble amid hopes strait of Hormuz will soon reopenEuropean stock markets have hit a record high at the start of trading, as relief over the US-Iran peace deal ripples across...
New York Times - World Prime Minister Keir Starmer said his government would legislate to bar children under 16 from social media starting in 2027. The move follows similar policies in Australia and several other countries.
Polygon Hawkeye's Bow will introduce a new two-card infinite combo to Pauper, meaning it's already on the ban watch.
BBC - Europe Marius Borg Høiby, the 29-year-old son of Norway's Crown Princess Mette Marit, has been found guilty of two counts of rape and given four years in jail.
The Next Web Google is weeks away from permanently disabling every Manifest V2 browser extension in Chrome, a change that will kill uBlock Origin and fundamentally limit what content blockers can do inside the world’s most popular browser. Chrome 150, scheduled...
Mashable XPENG's VLA 2.0 uses physical AI for its autonomous driving system. Dr. Xianming Liu explained to Mashable how it works.
Techcrunch What makes this combustible: at the very moment that tens of thousands of workers are being shown the door, a small cohort of AI insiders is becoming wealthy on a scale that's hard to comprehend.
The Guardian - US Marius Borg Høiby found guilty of two counts of rape, one count of domestic violence and other crimesMarius Borg Høiby, the son of Norway’s crown princess, has been sentenced to four years in prison after being found guilty of several offences,...
BBC - Europe A Ukrainian drone attack in the Russian city of Tula, south of Moscow, killed three people and wounded three others.
The Next Web Global financial fraud cost victims an estimated $442 billion in 2025, roughly equivalent to the economic output of Denmark, according to Interpol’s 2026 Global Financial Fraud Threat Assessment. The figure, corroborated by the Global Anti-Scam...
The Guardian - US Many of us have reassured ourselves with the ‘five second rule’, but bacteria can transfer almost immediately – and sticks around for hoursYou drop a piece of cucumber on the floor. Do you immediately throw it in the bin or reassure yourself of the...
The Guardian - US Most of us will experience periods of solitude at some point. But beige furnishings and self-care rituals are not the answerI have met quite a few influencers over the years and, to be frank, they’ve mostly been a strange bunch. I remember meeting...
Mashable Another twisty sci-fi trap from Netflix, "The Last House" sees Greta Lee and Wagner Moura sealed in their own house. Trailer.
New York Times - World The Guardian - US Trump brings UFC to White House for 80th birthdayGaethje stuns unbeaten Topuria for lightweight titleJosh Hokit targets former First Lady after TKO winFor most of its 250-year history, the White House South Lawn has been reserved for state dinners,...
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Digital Tends Researchers found that remote workers spend significantly more time alone, and the shift could account for roughly one-third of the increase in mental distress since the pandemic.
New York Times - World New York Times - World A bishop reported that many holy items had been recovered from the cathedral, at the site of the Perchersk monastery, a revered place for Ukrainian and Russian Orthodox faiths.
Apple Insider Two exclusive MacBook Air deals are in effect on M4 13-inch and 15-inch models, dropping prices to as low as $899 while supplies last.B&H is blowing out M4 MacBook Air inventory at $899 - Image credit: AppleThe first exclusive deal is on Apple's...
New York Times - World After enduring months of conflict, ordinary people in Iran were relieved to hear about the deal. Opposition groups were disappointed.
Digital Tends A Molly Rose Foundation study found 34% of UK teens encountered suicide, self-harm, or eating disorder content on social media in a single week, barely unchanged from before the Online Safety Act took effect.
Hack-A-Day The Snapmaker U1 3D printer is an impressive machine for the price, but [Beaver Works] found the optional factory-offered top cover a wee bit expensive for his tastes. The solution? …read more
New York Times - World The agreement could pave the way for further talks that could ultimately end the war. President Trump said that it could also reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Techcrunch Orbio announces $21 Million Series A in round led by Dawn Capital.
Digital Tends Spotify is embedding editor-led videos inside its New Music Friday playlist for US listeners, giving the weekly discovery experience a more personal feel.
Mashable Hints and answers to today's Hurdle all in one place.
Mashable How to watch World Cup for free. Live stream Iran vs. New Zealand in the 2026 FIFA World Cup for free.
Mashable How to watch World Cup for free. Live stream Saudi Arabia vs. Uruguay in the 2026 FIFA World Cup for free.
Mashable Connections: Sports Edition is a New York Times word game about finding common sports threads between words. How to solve the day's puzzle.
Mashable The New York Times' latest game, Pips, brings domino fun to your desktop. How to play Pips as well as hints in case you get stuck.
Jalopinik Copying a key design component from Ford, this was supposed to be Pontiac's best high-performance V8 of the '70s, but it turned into a disappointment.
Gizmodo It may have been about AI tangentially, but it was mainly about Israel.
The Takeout Monster helped popularize energy drinks, but most people still reach for coffee when they want caffeine. Here's how the caffeine content compares between them.
Jalopinik Exotic sports cars, high-performance muscle cars, and even ultra-premium luxury cars are all available from rental car companies if you know where to look.
New York Times - World The accord halts hostilities in the war that began in February but leaves unresolved the critical issue of Iran’s nuclear program.
Hack-A-Day Fluoroscopy is probably the best-known method of X-ray imaging: an X-ray beam passes through the subject to be imaged, and the transmitted X-rays illuminate a phosphor screen. Dense objects, such …read more
Mashable Connections is a New York Times word game that's all about finding the "common threads between words." How to solve the puzzle.
Mashable The NYT Strands hints and answers you need to make the most of your puzzling experience.
Mashable Here's the answer for "Wordle" #1822 on June 15 as well as a few hints, tips, and clues to help you solve it yourself.
Jalopinik The management of airspace changed forever after a mid-air collision between two commercial airlines in 1956. Learn what led to the creation of the FAA.
Polygon These fantasy titles take their time to reach the destination.
The Takeout Dunkin' has an almost iron-clad grasp on the global donut consumer market. And yet, it was dragged into a major squabble with a rival with familial connections.
Jalopinik A connected trucking system automatically optimizes systems for road elevation changes ahead, reducing fuel consumption across hilly terrain.
BBC - Europe Marines were joined by National Crime Agency officers in the six-hour long operation in the early hours of Sunday.
Digital Tends A rumored Galaxy S27 Ultra redesign could do more than change the phone's appearance. It may finally enable built-in Qi2 magnets, bringing a feature iPhone users have enjoyed for years to Samsung's flagship lineup.
The Takeout It's no secret that the restaurant industry is struggling. With the economy being fragile and the cost of ingredients being high, many are closing their doors.
Hack-A-Day Times are tough out there, and many are starting to feel the pressure at the grocery store checkout line or the gas pump. But whenever you start to worry about …read more
The Takeout Many of Aretha Franklin's favorite foods were classic dishes from the South, but her hot dog order had a distinctly New York City vibe to it.
Gizmodo Read to the end for a reminder of what else Trump is up to today.
Jalopinik With the help of a little nitrous, this Typhoon now reportedly makes 682 horsepower.
Engadget The plane will soon be ready to fly over US communities.
How To Geek Prepare to laugh your heart out.
Techcrunch JPMorgan can't be pleased by any of this.
Digital Tends TSMC's upcoming CoPoS packaging technology could reduce chip costs while improving AI performance, with mass production reportedly targeted for 2028.
Jalopinik We know insurers have the right to deny customers insurance for their vehicles, but what sort of issues could lead to them making that decision?
Digital Tends Roku is reportedly exploring a potential sale as media and technology companies eye its massive streaming audience and growing advertising business.
Kotaku Fungus-infested Thatcher-era nightmares. Sega Saturn-styled subversions. Here are a few gems that might have slipped your radar.
Digital Tends From scanning loyalty cards to splitting restaurant bills, Apple Wallet is becoming the app you actually open.
The Takeout Portillo's offers classic Chicago street fare, so the fact that this popular menu item is at the same time its best menu item is no real surprise.
Digital Tends Apple reportedly has hidden support for multiple third-party AI models in iOS 27, potentially letting Siri work with services beyond ChatGPT.
Digital Tends Apple reportedly has a customizable Camera app ready internally, but the feature may not launch until the iPhone 18 Pro arrives next year.
How To Geek No need to reboot your computer just to switch operating systems.
Techcrunch The U.K. seems to be following Australia's lead in banning a wide swath of social media for teens.
The Geek Games Battery Beast Meets AI Magic The post Honor 600 Pro – Battery Beast Meets AI Magic appeared first on theGeek.games.
Gizmodo Rei Hance played Heather in the original 'Blair Witch Project,' but she's stepping back from this new one to 'preserve her autonomy.'
Apple Insider Apple's WWDC went about as expected for 2026. While it's a tiny bit disappointing, Siri AI turned out to be worth the wait, but with some painful app-based gaps.WWDC was all AI, almost all the time.WWDC 2026 was on Monday, and it was expected to be...
Digital Tends From RTX Spark powerhouses to affordable AI PCs, these are the most exciting laptops announced at Computex 2026 that are worth waiting for in 2026.
Hack-A-Day Does anyone like Google’s AI summaries? If so, they weren’t on the Judge’s bench in a specific Bavarian courtroom recently, where it was ruled that yes, Google is liable for …read more
Polygon Passengers 2016 may just be one of the worst love stories of all time, but that hasn't stopped it from doing numbers on Netflix.
Kotaku We’re all having fun developing cross-media tie-ins but let’s not add a hyper realistically rendered nose to spite our lovable cartoon face
Gizmodo Encrypted Spaces provides "verifiable, encrypted, untrusted storage.”
Engadget Mamma mia!
The Geek Games Square Enix didn’t want to leave anything to chance, so they decided early on how the project would end. Final Fantasy VII: Rebirth director Naoki Hamaguchi said the trilogy’s conclusion was planned from the beginning, and he is confident the...
The Geek Games User-generated content (UGC) is slowly starting to appear in Techland’s evolving platform game. When Dying Light 2 launched in 2022, it didn’t win us over. However, we can’t deny that Techland has committed to supporting and revamping the...
The Takeout You're never too far from your nearest coffee shop, but if you're looking to support the highest-quality, locally-owned spots, these are the places to visit.
The Geek Games Sometimes, fans can take what the developers originally envisioned and take it even further – and the result is often surprisingly good. Last year, we were thrilled to hear about Blizzard in Baator, a fan project that expands the world of our...
The Geek Games This raises the question of how long this initiative to support local developers will remain viable. Sony’s decision to stop porting its games to PC came as a surprise, but it’s not exactly breaking news. Bluepoint Games’ technical director...
Polygon The development of the new Clayface film has caused a good amount of confusion around what DC universe it takes place in, but James Gunn has clarified
How To Geek No more unknown artist, unknown album, and unknown track in your library.
The Next Web Several Chinese frontier AI models can detect when they are being subjected to safety evaluations and adjust their behaviour accordingly, according to research published by Neo Research, a Singapore-based AI safety evaluation lab. The finding,...
The Geek Games La suite de Lords of the Fallen arrive à un moment où l’un des titres les plus attendus de l’industrie du jeu vidéo se profile aussi… Lors du Summer Game Fest, CI Games a annoncé avoir racheté les droits d’édition de Lords of the Fallen 2. Cela...
Jalopinik Artemis III can't be the Moon landing mission, because lot of capabilities need to be demonstrated first.
The Geek Games A specific team within a studio could contribute something new alongside – or instead of – Bethesda Game Studios (BGS). This would also be an in-house effort. Over its 23-year history, Obsidian Entertainment has created numerous excellent...
The Geek Games According to Satya Nadella, Xbox should now be consistently profitable, or in other words, able to sustain itself. Over the past few days, Xbox and Microsoft executives have made numerous public statements. In an interview series, Xbox CEO Asha...
The Next Web Around 30 European family offices have told Hong Kong’s investment promotion agency that they plan to set up operations in the city, according to InvestHK. The interest accounts for roughly 19% of the 160 family office cases InvestHK is currently...
Jalopinik Your car's touch screen is different from your smartphone's screen, and so are the ways you should clean it. Here are the right and wrong ways to get that done.
The Geek Games TECH NEWS – According to a new patent, Apple aims to enable communication that does not place a burden on 4G and 5G networks. Although Apple has abandoned its ambitious plans for the Apple Car, the spirit of the project appears to live on in the...
Polygon Enginefall is a train-based survival game that introduces a number of new ideas to the genre, and we've played it.
How To Geek Old-school performance in a world full of forced induction.
The Takeout Costco pastries make for a nice sweet snack, but they're not always the most satiating breakfast. Here's how to upgrade them with just a single addition.