The Next Web Meta will have to defend in court the accusation that it built Facebook and Instagram to addict children, after a federal judge on Monday refused to dismiss the heart of a lawsuit brought by attorneys general from 29 states. US District Judge...
The Geek Games There has undeniably been a strategic change under the new leadership, but highlighting it this directly in advertising is exceptionally unusual. Xbox has made hardly any notable moves lately that are worth commemorating. Even as it attempts to...
BBC - Innovation Energy grids and train services are among the vital services that are vulnerable to very hot weather.
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.
The Geek Games Rockstar’s game may solve the problem by running at 60 FPS from launch on at least three of the four consoles. One reason why Grand Theft Auto VI fans are eager to learn the still-missing details about the PlayStation 5 Pro is that the most...
The Geek Games Hasbro knew exactly who to call after Larian Studios walked away from Baldur’s Gate 4: James Ohlen, one of the key creators behind the first two Baldur’s Gate games, as well as a veteran of Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic and Dragon Age:...
The Guardian - US Fears of resurgence of HIV/Aids amid loss of access to PrEP drugs as at least 40 people arrested in ‘toxic’ climateA “witch-hunt” is under way in Niger, where dozens of people have been arrested for homosexuality in the west African state following...
The Guardian - US All of these tales of murdered residents are horrifying. But the lack of attempt to really grapple with them makes this feel little other than filler TVIn Adventures in the Screen Trade, William Goldman’s account of his movie-writing career in...
New York Times - World A Times journalist profiled Istanbul’s thriving tango scene after finding herself transformed by the dance.
The Geek Games It has always been important for the Redmond tech giant to bring third-party games into its subscription service, but that may now be changing. Xbox CEO Asha Sharma is reportedly restructuring the division radically at the direction of Microsoft...
Digital Tends Meta has capped free use of Conversation Focus, the Ray-Ban Meta glasses feature that amplifies a speaker's voice in loud settings, to three hours a month. Unlocking more requires users to subscribe to a $19.99 monthly Meta One Premium subscription.
The Geek Games One of the Stop Killing Games movement’s most important American initiatives has hit a wall in California. Assembly Bill 1921, known as the Protect Our Games Act, had already passed the State Assembly, but it failed to secure the affirmative votes...
The Guardian - US A devastating account of living through the war in Ukraine won this year’s prestigious prize – with the longlist spanning everything from hurricanes to hauntology Continue reading...
The Guardian - US From classical painting to video games, this survey of the taboo and the twisted won’t let you look awayMuseums are damned if they do, damned if they don’t. Ignore the problems of the past and they’re criticised for being problematic. Rewrite their...
The Guardian - US The class politics of extreme heat are very real and very dangerous – but that doesn’t stop the billionaire press from peddling its agendaEvery time you think the idiocy has hit rock bottom, it discovers a new level. It turns out there’s an even...
The Geek Games IGN affiliate data suggested that Grand Theft Auto VI pre-orders on PlayStation 5 are outpacing the Xbox Series X|S version by eight to one, but Xbox strongly disputes that the figure says anything meaningful about the full market. Microsoft argues...
Digital Tends Gemini Spark lands on Mac and can now sort your files, build spreadsheets, and even run tasks while you're away from your desk.
The Guardian - US I thought I knew what it was to be a good citizen. But after seeing him scramble up a ditch, beaming with pride at his rubbish-filled bag, I realised what it actually involvesI’ve always thought of myself as a good person: a good citizen and a good...
The Geek Games MOVIE NEWS – A new Spider-Man: Brand New Day clip circulating online makes it clear that Tobey Maguire’s Peter Parker still has a place in Tom Holland’s Spider-Man story. This does not mean another Multiverse cameo, and it certainly does not...
New York Times - World American and Iranian officials are in the Gulf state, a key intermediary between the two countries, days after new round of attacks threatened efforts to sign a lasting peace deal.
New York Times - World Five families whose loved ones were killed during a deadly police campaign have sued the former Venezuelan leader in U.S. court in Brooklyn.
The Guardian - US Egyptian photographer and curator Farida Mahdy was inspired to document her grandmother’s style after finding a collection of her photosThis image is a portrait of me and my grandmother, Ehsan Ouf, in her flat in Cairo. It is part of a project...
Hack-A-Day In these trying times it seems appropriate to work through some ‘what if ‘ scenarios, such as the local gas station suddenly not having any more gasoline to sell you, …read more
The Geek Games MOVIE NEWS – The Luca Brasi and János Hajdu photo montage works at first because of the striking facial resemblance: the broad, heavy jaw, deep-set eyes, hard mouth line and the still expression that signals trouble before either man has said a...
Digital Tends Anthropic is restoring access to Claude Fable 5 globally on July 1, weeks after a US government directive forced it to pull the model for all users.
New York Times - World As it embeds the technology in every industry, China is thinking about how to keep humans employed.
The Guardian - US Twenty-nine-year-old beat representative Diana DeGette in deep-blue Denver districtThe democratic socialist Melat Kiros unseated long-serving US representative Diana DeGette in Colorado’s primary elections held on Tuesday, the latest in a string of...
The Guardian - US They were held up by an electric storm but, after the skies had cleared, Mexico kept the lightning bolts coming. This was a climactic night that utterly engulfed the senses and its ramifications will be far reaching. El Tri have broken a hex that...
The Intercept A democratic socialist who lost her job for speaking out about Gaza unseated a 29-year incumbent. The post Socialist Momentum Grows as Melat Kiros Wins in Denver appeared first on The Intercept.
New York Times - World Scientists drove ATVs for miles and then hiked miles more through dense forest to reach a site untouched by looting on Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula. They named it Minanbé, meaning “there is no path.”
The Guardian - US Her shocking performances and stunning images made Mendieta the talk of the art world in the 1970s and 80s. Then she fell from a New York apartment block in 1985 – and her husband was charged with murder. As a major exhibition comes to London, her...
Mashable Hints and answers to today's Hurdle all in one place.
Mashable Multigenerational households can bring unique security challenges, and it’s important to have a tailored solution.
BBC - Europe A stream of thick orange lava was seen trailing from Europe's biggest active volcano, Mount Etna in Italy, snaking through the mountain.
Engadget The Gemini macOS app now has access to Google's Spark agentic AI assistant.
Jalopinik The Vespisti invaded Rome this week.
Techcrunch Vinton Cerf, one of the creators of the protocols underlying the internet, will step down as Google's chief internet evangelist next week.
The Takeout Although cowboys are better-known for their affinity for whiskey, this old-school soft drink was a non-alcoholic favorite of theirs in the Old West.
Jalopinik Ford introduced its 3-liter Power Stroke in the 2018 F-150, but killed it just four model years later. Multiple issues led to its the company's decision.
Techcrunch The Trump administration's erratic approach to AI policymaking has left companies across the industry with little clarity about what will govern future model releases.
Techcrunch Wayve’s offering is part of a growing trend of AI startups using employee tenders as a strategic tool to attract and retain talent.
Hack-A-Day We all love a good bit of bounce now and then, with everything from trampolines to bouncy castles and bouncy balls forming the staple of a wholesome childhood for many. …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" #1838 on July 1 as well as a few hints, tips, and clues to help you solve it yourself.
Engadget Anthropic will start its users' access to Mythos and Fable tomorrow, July 1.
New York Times - World U.S. officials called a bid by María Corina Machado, the Nobel Peace Prize winner, to return to earthquake-battered Venezuela a “political stunt” that has distracted from recovery efforts.
Jalopinik Plenty of drivers can spot a semi, but far fewer know the engineering detail and naming history that actually set it apart from a full truck.
New York Times - World The episode appears to the most significant violence after wins by the Mexico national team, which has drawn huge crowds onto streets across the country.
Digital Tends Huawei has begun selling the MatePad Pro Max in Germany, pairing its ultra-thin flagship tablet with free accessories, extended warranty, and productivity-focused software.
BBC - Europe France boss Didier Deschamps urges caution despite watching his side dismantle Sweden to leave Les Bleus fans dreaming of winning the World Cup.
Digital Tends The Busy Bar display will finally go on sale in July. It looks irresistibly productive, but $249 is just too much
The Takeout For those having an Euro summer, don't think that lasagna is the same everywhere, especially in Naples, Italy. You'll be surprised by what goes into it.
Gizmodo SpaceX is offering the discount to "our neighbors" in Memphis.
Jalopinik Carbon fiber looks easy to repaint, but multiple prep and finishing steps determine whether the result holds up or fails completely over time.
9to5 Mac Anthropic has confirmed it will begin restoring access to Claude Fable 5 this Wednesday, July 1, nearly three weeks after US export controls forced the company to take the model offline. Here are the details.
Apple Insider Apple CEO Tim Cook will soon be Executive Chairman and handle government interactions, but that isn't stopping him from taking a phone call today with a European Commission head over Apple AI in the EU.Apple CEO Tim Cook is ready to take on his...
Gizmodo Anthropic announced Tuesday that the Trump Administration had lifted its controls on the cutting-edge AI model.
Gizmodo Amazon MGM said the reportedly unsympathetic portrayal of OpenAI's CEO "will be better served if it were released by a different studio."
The Takeout There's a huge assortment of bakery items at Costco, but not all products are a hit with members. These are some of the items you may wish to skip.
Engadget Samsung teases wide-as-hell new foldable.
Jalopinik Honda's famously reliable midsize sedan, the 2021 Accord has racked up numerous awards and recognitions. Here's what that means for its five-year depreciation.
MacRumors Apple is working on a high-end MacBook Pro that could be called the "MacBook Ultra." The device will have several firsts in a Mac, including an OLED display and a touchscreen. Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos. The...
Mashable Love Island USA fans say Season 8’s friendships, from Melanie and Aniya to Zach and Bryce, are carrying the villa.
9to5 Mac Earlier today, Tim Cook reportedly held “constructive” talks with EU tech chief Henna Virkkunen as Apple and the bloc sought a way forward in their dispute over the delayed launch of Siri AI in Europe. Here are the details.
MacRumors Nanoleaf today launched the Smart Multicolor Ceiling Light, an affordable Matter-compatible lighting product. With a dual-sided design, there's a main downlight and an upward backlight for a layered lighting glow. Each side can be controlled...
Mashable Who has the best RGB TV, best OLED TV, or best art TV? I'm comparing releases from Samsung, LG, TCL, and more halfway through the year.
Digital Tends iOS 27 lets you describe a photo in plain English, and Siri will find it. I tested it extensively on the developer beta, and it saves more time than you'd expect.
InVerse Sherlock’s kid sister spreads her wings in 'Enola Holmes 3' — but gets grounded by an elementary mystery.
Hack-A-Day Laser diodes are convenient light sources, but for precise optical work their often-elliptical beam profile leaves something to be desired. One way to get around this is to couple the …read more
Mashable 'Enola Holmes 3' review: Millie Bobby Brown plays Sherlock's sister, and this time she's looking for her famous detective brother.
Techcrunch What if one pitch changed everything? The next company nobody has heard of yet is building something that will matter. It could be yours.
The Intercept A new report demonstrates the patterns by compiling accounts detailing rape by soldiers using bottles, batons, and other sharp objects — even trained dogs. The post How to Show That Israel’s Sexual Violence Against Palestinians Is Systemic — and...
The Takeout People's tastes change as they grow older, and a society's tastes change as time passes. These after-school snacks are iconic among the boomer generation.
Engadget The app's arrival follows an announcement at last year's Meta Connect conference.
BBC - Europe Ronald Koeman resigns as Netherlands manager after their World Cup exit, which led to "appalling" racist abuse aimed at players who missed penalties.
Gizmodo Christopher Nolan's latest epic is out on July 17 and the early screenings have already begun.
Digital Tends A new study tested 86 child safety features across TikTok, Instagram, Snapchat, and YouTube, and found that more than half were broken, buried, or missing entirely.
Jalopinik Frictionless, wheel-less, and incredibly fast. Click to learn how magnetic levitation powers the most extreme high-speed transit technology on Earth.
Jalopinik To qualify for the credit a new EV's MSRP can't exceed $50,000 while a used EV can't cost more than $25,000, but that price cap won't apply to Rivian and Lucid.
New York Times - World One of dozens of statues of Canada’s national animal, part of a public art installation for the World Cup, was destroyed. It was the one wearing stars and stripes.
Engadget The retailer allegedly failed to meet requirements under the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
Ars Technica Also, the science of poop's distinctive shape, boron buckyballs, and the secret to a soccer feint.
New York Times - World Health care workers worry that illnesses like cholera could spread in areas where clean water was already in short supply, and last week’s earthquakes destroyed water systems.
Kotaku A Classic for all seasons
Gizmodo Just when you think popcorn buckets can't level up any more, along comes this sinister creation.
Mashable Luminar Neo is a new photo editing tool, and lifetime access is only $80
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Jalopinik The best slogans not only burrow themselves into the depths of your brain for the remainder of your existence, but convince consumers to buy a product.
Kotaku Take me up to Moomin land
9to5 Mac The US State Department has announced a $10 million bounty for information that may help identify or locate members of two Russian state-backed hacking groups behind a campaign targeting Signal and WhatsApp users. Here are the details.
Truthout The agreement is “impossible to successfully implement” and concedes to Israel’s military occupation, said an expert.
Techcrunch The free open source agentic program is finally invading your phone.
InVerse 'Backrooms,' A24's highest grossing film ever, is coming back to theaters on July 3rd with an additional 15 minutes of footage.
Technology Review At an event for pharmaceutical executives, biotech founders, and researchers on Tuesday, Anthropic announced Claude Science, a major new product intended to support scientific research in the same way that Claude Code supports software engineering....
Ars Technica Logged-out Old Reddit access is “significant source of abusive scraping."
Digital Tends The LG C-Series has long been the default OLED recommendation for buyers seeking premium picture quality, strong gaming performance and dependable all-round value. The LG C6H OLED Evo AI doesn't reinvent the formula, but it introduces enough...
MacRumors Anthropic today introduced Claude Sonnet 5, a more affordable model that narrows the gap between Sonnet and Opus. Anthropic says Claude Sonnet 5 is its most agentic Sonnet model to date, able to make plans, use tools like browsers and terminals,...
New York Times - World Mineral del Monte, a small former mining town that became a tourist destination partly because of its Cornish influence, claims that soccer in Mexico started there. Well, so does the nearby city of Pachuca.
9to5 Mac June 30, 2026: Personal finance is now available to ChatGPT Plus customers in the U.S., expanding the feature from OpenAI’s $100/month plan to the $20/month version. Original story from last month is below. OpenAI is catching up with some...