Technology News
Nearly a Third of San Francisco Loses Electricity
The New York Times - 21 Dec 2025 00:47
At least 124,000 customers out of 414,000 lost power on Saturday.
I saw a drone deliver pies in Atlanta, and it was an uncannily brilliant experience
ZDNet - 21 Dec 2025 13:00
Wing and Walmart's partnership has expanded to the metro Atlanta area, with other cities in its direct line of sight.
Workers should control the means of agentic production, suggests WorkBeaver boss
The Register - 21 Dec 2025 12:21
What if AI vendors focused on the demand side? Interview "I think everybody is adopting AI irresponsibly and I think it's going to have a net negative outcome on the socio-economic standing of the world," sai...
Proposed Space Station Could Be Deployed in a Single Launch
Gizmodo - 21 Dec 2025 11:05
A prototype of Max Space's Thunderbird could launch as early as 2027.
China's open AI models are in a dead heat with the West - here's what happens next
ZDNet - 21 Dec 2025 11:00
With the rising technological prowess and greater openness of Chinese models, the world is increasingly turning to the East for efficient and customizable AI, a new report finds.
Glittering new James Webb telescope image shows an 'intricate web of chaos' - Space photo of the week
Live Science - 21 Dec 2025 11:00
This mash-up of data from the James Webb Space Telescope and the Chandra X-ray Observatory reveals two galaxies mid-collision, with their spiral arms overlapping and bending toward their neighbors' cores.
Iranian Infy APT Resurfaces with New Malware Activity After Years of Silence
The Hacker News - 21 Dec 2025 09:52
Threat hunters have discerned new activity associated with an Iranian threat actor known as Infy (aka Prince of Persia), nearly five years after the hacking group was observed targeting victims in Sweden, the Netherlands...
Astronomers Find the First Compelling Evidence of "Monster Stars" in the Early Universe
Universe Today - 21 Dec 2025 00:00
Using the James Webb Space Telescope, a team of international researchers has discovered chemical fingerprints of gigantic primordial stars that were among the first to form after the Big Bang.
Study links full-fat cheese to lower dementia risk
Science Daily - 21 Dec 2025 23:52
Eating full-fat cheese and cream may be associated with a lower risk of dementia, according to a large study that tracked people for more than 25 years. Those who consumed higher amounts of these foods developed dementia...
5 Handy Uses For Your Camera's USB-C Port
Slash Gear - 21 Dec 2025 23:30
Whether DSLR or mirrorless, these days digital cameras all have some sort of USB port on them, and there are a lot of different things you can do with them.
5 Essential Apps Every Outdoor Enthusiast Needs To Install
BGR - 21 Dec 2025 23:17
Planning a hike or camping trip? Don't leave home without these 5 must-have outdoor apps designed to keep you safe, on track, and ready for anything.
Why Do New Mazda 3s Still Have A Torsion Beam Rear Suspension?
Slash Gear - 21 Dec 2025 23:15
Torsion beam suspensions are old-school, but the Mazda3 still uses a rear torsion beam even in 2025. Why has Mazda stuck with this old suspension tech?
Make an old laptop feel new again with this $35 Microsoft Office deal
Mashable - 21 Dec 2025 23:00
Upgrade an old PC with this Microsoft Office Professional 2021 for Windows license, on sale now for just $34.97 (reg. $219.99).
Google sends Dark Web Report to its dead services graveyard
The Register - 21 Dec 2025 22:34
PLUS: Texas sues alleged TV spies; The Cloud is full of holes; Hospital leaked its own data; And more Infosec In Brief Google will soon end its Dark Web Report, an email service that alerts users when their personal info...
Are 'Geek Gifts' Becoming Their Own Demographic?
Slashdot - 21 Dec 2025 22:34
Long-time Slashdot reader destinyland wonders if "gifts for geeks" is the next big consumer demographic: For this year's holiday celebrations, Hallmark made a special Christmas tree ornament, a tiny monitor d...
Panasonic TVs: Here's Who Makes Them And Where They're Manufactured
BGR - 21 Dec 2025 22:17
Panasonic remains a player in the TV brand space, having gained a reputation for quality over the years. Who makes their TVs, and where are they manufactured?
Yes, WD-40 Cologne Exists - But It'll Cost You
Slash Gear - 21 Dec 2025 22:15
WD-40 has become synonymous with DIY repairs around the house, but what if you just want to smell like it? There's a solution, but it's not cheap.
'Snake Vision' System Could Make 4K Thermal Imaging A Reality
Slash Gear - 21 Dec 2025 21:45
Thermal cameras have long been hobbled by low resolutions, but a new scientific breakthrough may change that and usher in an era of 4K thermal images.
'Confused' Waymos Stopped in Intersections During San Francisco Power Outage
Slashdot - 21 Dec 2025 21:34
"On Saturday, videos shared widely on social media showed Waymo vehicles stopped mid-intersection with hazard lights flashing, forcing other cars to maneuver around them," reports the San Francisco Chronicle. The...
Netflix Just Bought Warner Bros. And HBO: Here's Why It Matters
BGR - 21 Dec 2025 21:17
Netflix's proposed $82.7 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. sent shockwaves throughout the entertainment industry, but the story is far from over.
The Vampire Lestat Showrunner Teases Louis & Claudias Returns
Gizmodo - 21 Dec 2025 21:15
'Interview With the Vampire' is shifting focus to Lestat, but it's not forgetting to bring his former family along for the ride.
Not Honda, Not Toyota: This Was The Best-Selling Car Of 1995
Slash Gear - 21 Dec 2025 21:15
The best-selling car of 1995 wasn't a Japanese import, but a once-ubiquitous American sedan that defined an entire decade of driving.