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From Moscow To Washington: How Russia's SU-34 Flies So Far Without Refueling
Slash Gear - 12 Apr 2026 00:45
Russia's SU-34 fighter has the potential range to reach Washington D.C. from Moscow (over 4,000 miles) without refueling. Here's how it could do that.
What That Purple Dot On Your MacBook Screen Is Trying To Tell You
BGR - 12 Apr 2026 19:47
You may have noticed a mysterious purple dot appearing on your MacBook screen at random times. Here's what it means and whether you should worry about it.
From spa to boat party: 10 epic events for the Aug. 12, 2026, total solar eclipse in Spain and Iceland
SPACE.com - 12 Apr 2026 13:00
Experience the Aug. 12, 2026 total solar eclipse from Spain and Iceland with festivals, spa sessions and skywatching events along the path of totality.
CPUID Breach Distributes STX RAT via Trojanized CPU-Z and HWMonitor Downloads
The Hacker News - 12 Apr 2026 11:24
Unknown threat actors compromised CPUID ("cpuid[.]com"), a websitethat hosts popular hardware monitoring tools like CPU-Z, HWMonitor, HWMonitor Pro, and PerfMonitor, for less than 24 hours to serve malicious exec...
5 ways this Google Maps AI feature helps avoid tourist traps
Android Authority - 12 Apr 2026 11:00
Ask Maps helped me stop searching and start asking instead
Growing void between enterprise and frontier AI puts open weights models in the spotlight
The Register - 12 Apr 2026 10:51
Most customers don't need the biggest baddest models, just ones that work, are cheap, and won't pirate their proprietary data FEATURE Spring has sprung and that means another wave of open weights AI models from t...
OpenAI Says Elon Musk Is Injecting Chaos with Recent Legal Maneuver
Gizmodo - 12 Apr 2026 09:30
An amendment to a recent lawsuit could change the narrative significantly, and just weeks before trial.
Google Displayed Polymarket Bets as News In Error, Google Says
Gizmodo - 12 Apr 2026 09:00
Polymarket bets make for intriguing and clickable "headlines" when you don't know the context.
AI That Bankrupted a Vending Machine is Now Running a Store in San Francisco
Slashdot - 12 Apr 2026 07:34
Remember that AI-powered vending machine that went bankrupt after Wall Street Journal reporters "systematically manipulated the bot into giving away its entire inventory for free"? It was Anthropic's experime...
USB-C Vs. 3.5mm - Which Port Delivers Better Audio Quality?
BGR - 12 Apr 2026 23:47
There's always a comparison to be made with technology, especially with audio tech, whether it's vinyl records vs. streaming music or your choice of headphones.
Why Google's Nano Banana Pro Image Model Has Such A Weird Name
Slash Gear - 12 Apr 2026 23:45
Fruit names aren't uncommon in the technological space, with major brands like Apple or Blackberry coming front to mind. However, Nano Banana is a bit odd.
Has the Rust Programming Language's Popularity Reached Its Plateau?
Slashdot - 12 Apr 2026 23:32
"Rust's rise shows signs of slowing," argues the CEO of TIOBE. Back in 2020 Rust first entered the top 20 of his "TIOBE Index," which ranks programming language popularity using search engine results....
Why Desktop PCs Usually Last Longer Than Laptops
BGR - 12 Apr 2026 23:17
You may find yourself choosing between a laptop or a desktop for your next computer, and how long your purchase will last should be a major consideration.
Can An Apple TV Be Powered By Your TV's USB Port?
BGR - 12 Apr 2026 22:47
Many people might prefer if an Apple TV device drew power from their TV's USB port, like an Amazon or Roku stick, but is that really possible or practical?
Someone Turned This Tiny 1970s Car Into A Lamborghini-Beating Machine
Slash Gear - 12 Apr 2026 22:45
EVs have become increasingly mainstream and even offer impressive performance - even when electric tech is mounted to a mostly-forgotten car from the 1970s.
Stanford scientists discover natural Ozempic without side effects
Science Daily - 12 Apr 2026 22:34
A newly discovered molecule could reshape the future of weight loss treatments by mimicking the powerful appetite-suppressing effects of drugs like Ozempic - but without many of the unpleasant side effects. Identified us...
5 Of The Best Dashcams You Can Buy, According To Consumer Reports
Slash Gear - 12 Apr 2026 22:30
Dashcams can provide much-needed peace of mind for drivers worried about accidents. Consumer Reports has the down-low on the best ones on the market.
USB Sticks Might Be The Best Way To Listen To Music In The Car - Here's Why
BGR - 12 Apr 2026 22:17
Ditch the buffering and data costs. Discover why the humble USB stick is actually the ultimate high-fidelity choice for your car's audio system.
Orban Loses, Iran Walks Out, Pope Dies - Has JD Vance Truly Been Cursed?
IBTimes - 12 Apr 2026 22:05
Vice President JD Vance's recent diplomatic tour coincided with a series of unfortunate events, including the passing of Pope Francis and the electoral defeat of Hungarian PM Viktor Orbán.
Nancy Guthrie Kidnapping New Plot Twist, 'Retribution'-Expert Claims Abduction Meant to 'Hurt Others'
IBTimes - 12 Apr 2026 22:02
Nancy Guthrie kidnapping takes a chilling turn as an FBI expert suggests a retribution motive. New theory raises fears the abduction was meant to hurt her family, not the victim herself.
Happiest Weekend of My Entire Life' - MAGA Ex-Cong Madison Cawthorn Gets Engaged to 21-Year-Old GF in Rome
IBTimes - 12 Apr 2026 22:00
Former Congressman Madison Cawthorn announces his engagement to Alisya Mata in Rome, as he attempts a political comeback in Florida.
Justin Bieber 'Scams' Coachella? Fans Fuming Over 'Zero Effort' YouTube Set After $10m Payday
IBTimes - 12 Apr 2026 22:00
Explore the buzz around Justin Bieber's $10 million Coachella 2026 performance, sparking debate over its artistic value and record-breaking fee. Discover why fans and critics are divided on this headline-making event...