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Advocates Sue Trump Administration Over Secret Dossiers on ICE Watchers

Plaintiffs say DHS violated federal privacy law by secretly collecting personal data on people documenting ICE operations.

Iran War Live Updates: U.S. Strikes Abate, Even as Trump Considers Escalation

U.S. forces did not announce new overnight attacks on southern Iran for the first time in about two weeks, but tensions remained high as the Houthis and Saudi-led forces in Yemen said they had traded strikes.

McLaren’s Lando Norris grabs F1 Hungarian GP pole while Hamilton is penalised

Defending champion grabs first pole of 2026 by 0.012secHamilton receives three-place penalty for impeding PiastriLando Norris took pole position for the Hungarian Grand Prix for McLaren in a closely fought contest with Lewis Hamilton, ultimately...

Live Updates: Hundreds of Thousands Flee as Fires Rage in Spain and France

Firefighters were racing to contain blazes that were moving closer to Madrid and Bordeaux.

France and Spain race to control wildfires as more than 250,000 evacuated – live

Meanwhile, in the UK, a blaze in the Cairngorms national park has been described as ‘very serious’ by Scotland’s first ministerTell us: have you been affected by wildfires in Europe?The French prime minister, Sébastien Lecornu, has requested the...

A Trademark Has Given Away the Name of the Next Kingdom Come Game!

Warhorse Studios has already announced two new projects, but we don’t know the names of either one yet! Trademark filings often reveal a new game’s name before anyone else does. The next Kingdom Come game will most likely be titled Kingdom Come:...

How FFXIV Evercold will change the MMO's outdated features

Square Enix revealed new details on Final Fantasy 14 Evercold at Fan Fest Berlin 2026 on Saturday, including how the FFXIV team is modernizing the MMO

Kalshi demands Netflix take down trailer for ‘Prediction Games’ documentary

Kalshi claims the trailer is “defamatory” and contains “both fabricated documents and false and misleading statements.”

The Original Star Wars Is Officially Getting a New Reimagining and Prequel From Lucasfilm

MOVIE NEWS – Lucasfilm is returning to the era of the original Star Wars trilogy with two new releases: one will revisit Star Wars: A New Hope through three separate perspectives, while the other will explore Luke and Leia’s shared Jedi training....

Wildfire in France Rages Near Bordeaux, a Famed Wine City

A blaze sweeping the countryside of southwestern France drew close enough to worry officials in the city of some 270,000 people.

Capcom Didn’t Make a New Onimusha Game for 20 Years Due to Two Other Franchises!

The Japanese company has enjoyed great success with several of its intellectual properties, which have, so to speak, pushed Onimusha into the background. Capcom is currently enjoying a new golden age. The Japanese publisher is releasing...

Bon Dylan review – Justin Vernon’s Bob Dylan covers set brings magic to Wisconsin

Carson Park, Eau Claire, WisconsinAt his Eauxs Claire festival, Bon Iver dazzle with a one-off set dedicated to the folk legendAfter nearly a decade, Bon Iver’s Eaux Claires music festival returns to Eau Claire, Wisconsin, this year, rekindling an...

Conker, Lobo, Charles Martinet’s Donkey Kong Voice And Other Splendors Of Bygone E3 Booths

The Video Game History Foundation’s gigantic cache of old trade show footage and canceled games heralds back to an era where publishers put their whole ass into selling you Killer Instinct

India’s Education Minister Steps Down in Victory for Cockroach Party Protesters

The Cockroach Janta Party called an end to weeks of protests after the education minister resigned, a win for that movement even as deep-seated anger among young people remains.

Steam’s best new Animal Crossing clone is a perfect way to beat the summer heat

Cat Isle, a new cozy cat-themed indie management simulator, is perfect for beating summer heat waves.

Yes, airplane mode makes your phone charge faster — but it's not worth it

If you need to juice up your phone in a hurry, there are more effective tactics than turning on airplane mode.

★ Regarding Ad Blockers and Daring Fireball

Ultimately, when you install a content blocker extension, you take responsibility for any overzealousness in what they block.

As Highways Expand, Black Communities Are Threatened With Flooding and Land Loss

Road expansions are repeating a long history of environmental racism and displacement.

Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey Crossed a Major Box Office Threshold in Only Three Days

MOVIE NEWS – Christopher Nolan’s sweeping epic earned more than $250 million worldwide during its first three days in cinemas and has continued expanding that lead ever since. The record-breaking launch of The Odyssey offers further proof that...

‘The Rings of Power’ Season 3 Is ‘the Season We’ve Been Building To’

The Prime Video series 'Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power' returns to Middle-earth starting November 11.

This Is What It Looks Like Inside An Engine At 14,000 RPM

Have you ever wondered what it looks like inside a screaming sportbike engine on the pipe?

Here’s the latest.

Apple Maps to Power Navigation Experience for Ford’s New EVs

Apple Newsroom: Apple and Ford today announced that Apple Maps will be integrated directly into Ford’s upcoming Universal Electric Vehicle (UEV) Platform through Apple’s new MapKit for Automotive SDK. Coming to Ford’s UEV Platform in 2027, this...

There Are Interesting Things Hidden in Xbox’s PC Backward Compatibility!

Four games have unexpectedly become playable on PC, and we’ve already written about it. Those who’ve taken a look “under the hood” have discovered surprising results. After years of rumors and speculation, original Xbox games are finally playable...

Measles Cases Hit New Record in U.S., as Stupid-Americans Reject Vaccines

Teddy Rosenbluth, reporting for The New York Times: On Friday, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced that there have been 2,318 confirmed cases of measles so far this year. The case count toppled the record set last year,...

Massachusetts EV Drivers Can Sell Extra Energy to the Grid Under New Program

Hey car, got any spare electrons? Asking for an energy grid.

The 6 best Motorola smartphones of all time, ranked

Motorola has had more hits than you probably remember.

Alan Ritchson Says Trump Is a “F—ing Pedophile” as the White House Responds to His Epstein Files Rant

MOVIE NEWS – Reacher star Alan Ritchson launched a furious attack on Donald Trump and the United States government while demanding the release of the Epstein files and describing powerful figures as “f—ing pedophiles” and “rapists.” The White House...

Back-to-school phone shopping on a tight budget? Here’s the one phone I’d recommend without hesitation

Back to school shopping usually means picking from a handful of solid budget options. This year, however, there aren't many options, with one solid pick I'd recommend for the school year ahead, plus a strong alternative with a catch.

‘There have always been wildfires here, but never like this.’

New North Sea oil drilling faces delay after gear accidentally dropped in sea

Exclusive: Blunder at Rosebank, UK’s biggest undeveloped oilfield, comes as government considers granting licenceProduction at Britain’s biggest undeveloped oil and gasfield could be delayed for months after equipment from a rig was accidentally...

This essential tool lets me 3D print replacement parts for broken things in my home

It's cheap, too.

The Nintendo Switch 2's power boost is finally starting to pay off

Donkey Kong Bananza, Kirby Air Riders, and Splatoon Raiders all show us what Nintendo is able to do with a more powerful console.

Librarians are hosting viral ‘Avoiding AI’ workshops for people who are fed up with Big Tech

At libraries around the country, "Avoiding AI" workshops have elicited unprecedented demand.

We spent 12 months testing red light masks: Here are 6 that gave us real results (and 2 to skip)

To find the best red light mask, Mashable reviewers spent months using LED face masks from Shark, Therabody, Solawave, and more.

Paramount agrees to delay merger with Warner Bros. after legal challenge

'The potential $111-billion merger has raised lots of important issues, and tensions are understandably high.

Amy’s Soup Recalled in 27 States Over Spoilage Risk

"Amy's recalled the lot out of an abundance of caution to ensure the high quality of its products," the company said in a statement.

People are quietly recording every conversation they have with AI, and the person across the table has no idea

A growing number of professionals have started using AI tools to record every conversation they have, and the people being recorded usually have no idea it is happening. The Wall Street Journal reported this week that apps like Granola, which...

Your speakers sound bad because you're missing this one component

The subwoofer is an often overlooked, but incredibly important piece of a sound system that gives you movie theater and soundstage quality.

Natalie Portman Finds the Ideal Annihilation Follow-Up in a New Sci-Fi Thriller

MOVIE NEWS – Eight years after Annihilation reached cinemas, Natalie Portman may finally return to science fiction through another story written by Jeff VanderMeer. Her production company, MountainA, is developing a film adaptation of...

Early data hoarders chose HD DVD over Blu-ray for 3 surprising reasons

One standard outlasted the other, but initially, the more unpopular one had a few neat advantages.

Qualcomm is reportedly planning to raise processor prices by the end of the summer

Qualcomm, the maker of processors powering numerous Android devices, is raising its prices.

Troy Jackson secures Democratic nomination for Maine Senate seat after chaotic primary race

Progressive former state senate president gains nomination after Graham Platner dropped out over sexual assault allegationsIn a race defined by scandal, withdrawals and a frantic hunt for a replacement candidate, Maine Democrats hit reset on their...

‘Blade Runner 2099’ Creator on Connecting the Show to the Movies

Silka Luisa talked about Prime Video's upcoming sci-fi thriller based on 'Blade Runner' and 'Blade Runner 2049.'

11 Times M&M's Made Small Changes, And Everyone Totally Freaked Out

M&M's are a classic chocolate candy that's part of the cultural fabric, and consequently, consumers have pretty big feelings when the product changes.

bIRC — A New Native IRC Client for Mac

For a long time the best native Mac IRC client was Textual, but although Textual still works, it’s been sunset by the author. Not to fear, however. Fredrik Blank just launched bIRC: Creating an IRC client in 2026 is not something that will pay...

Square Enix debuts new FFXIV Evercold tank job Bastion at Berlin Fan Fest

FFXIV Evercold's new tank job is the Bastion, a defense- and offense-oriented "main" tank that can dish out damage and keep the party healthy

For Single Immigrant Mothers, the Financial Toll of ICE Raids Is Far From Over

Months spent hiding from ICE left many DACA recipients unable to afford costly renewal fees.

7 reveals about MTG’s Nauctis, Zhalfir, Kamigawa: Titanbreach, and more

Details on the game's future include hints about the next Marvel tie-in, the reason for the return to Kamigawa, and the mechanics of an underwater set

How to get more storage on your Android without using a microSD Card

Cloud storage isn't your only option.

New data shows EV batteries are lasting far longer than buyers think, yet US sales keep falling

Modern electric vehicles retain an average of 97 percent of their original range after three years and 95 percent after five years, according to a new analysis by EV data company Recurrent. For a 2026 model with a rated range of 325 miles, that...

What's The Difference Between An AGM And A Flooded Lead-Acid Car Battery?

If you're shopping for a new car battery, you'll probably see AGM and lead-acid options in the parts store. But what's the difference between the two?

Tour de France 2026: Carapaz wins stage 20 on dramatic climb of Alpe d’Huez – live

Stage 20 runs for brutal 170.9km and concludes at Ale d’Huez Share your thoughts with Tom via email148km to go You have to love Pedersen. He’s trying to bridge across to the peloton and looks like he’s swallowed a mouthful of wasps. Pure pain....

“A Pathetic Way to Lose Your Job.” World of Warcraft Developer Fired as Fans Applaud Blizzard’s Decision

A Blizzard employee used testing spells reserved exclusively for developers to help friends complete a high-level dungeon in World of Warcraft. Players uncovered the abuse themselves, and the company responded by dismissing the worker with...

Eight family members found dead in Michigan fire, some with gunshot wounds

Firefighters responded to an emergency call and found the bodies, six of which were those of childrenA devastating tragedy has unfolded in Michigan after emergency crews responding to a house fire found eight members of the same family, including...

Stop believing these 7 thermal paste myths before you ruin your PC

We busted 7 common thermal paste myths so you don't ruin your PC

5 mid-range phones I’d recommend you spend your Back-to-School budget on

Shopping for a new phone before the school year starts? Here are five mid-range picks that deliver the flagship-feel without the flagship price tag.

Marvel is officially retiring the Avengers this year, with the best possible replacement

Storm leads a new team to save the world, starting this December

The Crumbl Cookie Flavor With A Truly Astounding Amount Of Sugar

Crumbl specializes in cookies and it shouldn't come as any surprise these desserts aren't exactly healthy, but the amount of sugar in this cookie is astounding.

Judge restricts travel of ICE protester charged with disrupting Minnesota church service

Terms of probation stemming from disorderly conduct charge raise questions about infringement of constitutional rightsA federal judge this week placed US army veteran and vocal ICE protester Ian Davis Austin on probation with restricted travel, a...

The Odyssey Challenges the Right-Wing Myth of a “Golden Past”

The new film pushes back against MAGA attempts to use a fetishization of the ancient world to legitimizing bigotry.

Paramount Skydance just paused its Warner Bros. Discovery merger, possibly until June 2027

Paramount Skydance and Warner Bros. Discovery's $110 billion merger has been postponed until after a yet-to-be-scheduled antitrust trial

AirPods, AirTag 2, and iPads Hit Low Prices This Week

We tracked a few solid deals on Apple devices this week, including savings across the entire AirPods lineup, a record low price on AirTag 2, and the best prices on Apple's A16 iPad since June. All of these deals are still available to purchase...

Kansas Amendment Battle Highlights Billionaires’ Efforts to Capture State Courts

Charles Koch and Leonard Leo’s hands are all over a ballot measure to change how judges get on the Kansas Supreme Court.

Sony Pulls the Plug on Physical Games – The US Market Prepares for Life After the Disc

The US Market Prepares for Life After the Disc The post Sony Pulls the Plug on Physical Games – The US Market Prepares for Life After the Disc appeared first on theGeek.games.

What’s Left of the U.S.-Iran Cease-Fire Agreement

Nearly all of the agreement’s 14 points have been violated.

Fourth firefighter dies from burns received in June during Colorado wildfire operation

Nathan Matthews, 43, died a month after deadly burnover enveloped his fire crew near the Colorado-Utah borderA fourth firefighter has died from burns after he and several colleagues were overcome by a fast-moving wildfire near the Colorado-Utah...

4 ways that old Fire TV remote in your drawer is still useful

Don't throw away your Fire TV remote—it works on phones, tablets, and PCs.

Midjourney announces surprise purchase of popular horoscope app Co-Star

What does a generative AI company want with one of the most popular horoscope apps? A lot, as it turns out.

Taiwan Tests How It Would Resist a Chinese Siege at Sea

Taiwan is stepping up plans to secure fuel and other vital imports as Chinese government ships practice moves that could one day be used in a blockade.

How to gift drop in Forza Horizon 6

Gift drop in Forza Horizon 6 lets you send cars to random players, and you might end up getting one, too. Here's how to gift drop in Forza Horizon 6

RIP Chuck Russell, ‘The Mask’ and ‘Nightmare on Elm Street 3’ Director

Along with 'The Mask,' Russell is best known for helming 'The Blob,' 'Dreamscape,' and 'The Scorpion King.'

Google Drive is hiding 5 integrations that'll save you hours every week

The productivity boost is already built in.

The downsides of switching from Android to iPhone

Here are a few things to know if you're leaving Android for iPhone.

Bus Collision in Syria Kills 35, Health Ministry Says

The accident occurred when a civilian bus collided with another carrying members of the Syrian security forces on a highway in the center of the country.

Bystander video shows moment Madison police fatally shoot man - video

Warning: some viewers may find the following footage distressing. A fatal police shooting that killed 38-year-old Corey Ruiz has sparked massive protests in Madison, Wisconsin. Bystander video shared with the Guardian shows how the shooting...

Why a simple USB cable is still better than wireless Android Auto

Wireless mode is convenient, but plugging in your phone might still be worth the hassle.

The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon’s Final Season Will Arrive in 2027 [VIDEO]

MOVIE NEWS – Norman Reedus has confirmed that the fourth and final season of The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon will begin airing on AMC in 2027. The actor marked the announcement with an emotional farewell to the series and promised that its concluding...

Stop losing your notes and start the school year with one of these e-readers that double as notebooks

Your notes are scattered across notebooks, your PDFs are buried in folders you'll never find again, and your backpack is heavier than it needs to be. These e-readers with pen support fix that by doing it all on one device: reading, writing, and...

Google Flow Music Spaces is becoming an all-in-one AI music studio

Google has rolled out a major update for Flow Music Spaces, adding AI-powered song editing, stem splitting, image generation, lyrics, and video creation to its collaborative workspaces.

Latest updates.

Firefighters were scrambling to contain blazes that were moving toward major cities. Some 200,000 people have evacuated or sheltered at home.

Can Car Batteries Be Refurbished Or Rebuilt?

If your car's battery dies, there are signs to look for that will tell you if it can be renewed. And there's a way for you to do the work simply, at home.

Add Sensors to Everything!

“You can’t control what you can’t measure” goes the old chestnut. But that’s a little bit negative, in my opinion. Instead, think of the benefits of sprinkling sensors around everywhere: …read more

The Wildest Sci-Fi Movie Of The Year Lives Up To Its Deranged Reputation

Na Hong-jin's 'Hope' is a nonstop sci-fi thriller that goes off the rails in the best way possible.

King of the Hill's showrunner breaks down the biggest changes in season 15, and season 16 plans

Saladin Patterson breaks down the biggest creative choices that went into season 15 of King of the Hill and teases season 16

Marvel Tōkon’s Open Beta On PC Is A Mess

Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls open beta players on PC are running into some nasty performance related issues, which isn't a great sign when the game is less than two weeks away from release

Hands-on: The Meirro Pro 6K might be the best Apple Studio Display alternative yet [Video]

Earlier this year, Apple decided to completely discontinue its Pro Display XDR, which was an amazing piece of hardware but hadn’t been updated in years and was still $6,000+. Their new lineup consists of a Studio Display and the new Studio Display...

God of War Laufey release date adds to a crowded February 2027 game lineup

God of War Laufey launches on Feb. 16, 2027, meaning the PS5 will be out around the same time as Fable and Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis

One question every Home Assistant user should ask before installing a custom add-ons

Are you putting your smart home at risk?

Walmart's Orange Chicken Vs Panda Express: Which Is Better?

Panda Express is known for its orange chicken, but does that mean it's the best? Well, Walmart has its own version and I grabbed a bowl of both to compare them.

OpenAI’s Computer Use feature sounded like a gimmick until it started fixing my code for me

Computer Use gives Codex access to tasks that APIs and terminal commands can’t always handle

How to program your Roku remote to voice control your non-Roku TV

Go hands-free with voice commands.

What Do You Wish You Knew About Cars, But You're Too Embarrassed To Ask?

If you're new to the car hobby, welcome, pull up a chair, and ask whatever your heart desires to know.

Inside Insomniac Games’ Approach To An X-Men Icon: ‘Our Wolverine Is Cynical, He’s Candid, He Keeps People At A Distance’

A San Diego Comic-Con panel laid out a new take on the X-Men favorite

Claude Code is at its best when you give it boring chores

Claude Code isn't just for developers. It can also be really useful for boring, repetitive everyday tasks.

One fallen power line exposed a growing AI data center problem. Here’s how to fix it.

A close call in Northern Virginia revealed just how poorly data centers respond to grid disruptions. Here's how to fix the problem.

50 Clever, Cheap Tricks That Make Your Bathroom Look More Expensive

From organizing your essentials with chic storage to swapping out boring, builder-grade finishings, here are our favorite clever, cheap bathroom tricks.

Top Stories: 'Apple Upgrade' Program, Apple Music Price Hike, and More

It's been another busy week in the Apple world, led by word that the company is preparing to launch a new device leasing and financing program as it has raised some more prices including on Apple Music subscriptions. This week also saw a fresh...

The Rings of Power Showrunners on Why Season 3 Is the Right Time for Jamie Campbell Bower’s Celeborn

Prime Video’s The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power has a lot of ground to cover in its third season. Not only is there still much to see and do in the show’s canon, based on the legendary J.R.R. Tolkien’s expansive Middle-earth appendices, but...

Give Burgers A Mess-Free Bite By Stacking Toppings This Way

The ingredients you use when grilling up a burger are important in terms of flavor, but the way you stack those ingredients is equally important.