Ram recalls one single pickup truck for a bad instrument cluster – Roadshow
The loneliest number, indeed. Ram recalls one single pickup truck for a bad instrument cluster – Roadshow Source: CNet
Read MoreThe loneliest number, indeed. Ram recalls one single pickup truck for a bad instrument cluster – Roadshow Source: CNet
Read MoreOver the weekend, at least 31 people were killed in mass shootings in El Paso, Texas and Dayton, Ohio, just days after similar acts of gun violence in Gilroy, California and Brownsville, Brooklyn. Read more… What Are Red Flag Laws and Do They Help Curb Gun Violence? Source: Life Hacker
Read More2U is partnering with the London School of Economics and Political Science to offer the company’s first online undergraduate degree program. 2U Announces First Online Undergrad Degree Offering Source: Campus Technology
Read More8chan’s owner suggested the alleged gunman used an Instagram account to post the manifesto. But Instagram said the account hasn’t been active in over a year. Instagram denies 8chan owner's claim about El Paso shooting manifesto – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreOur Curiosity rover has come a long way since touching down on Mars seven years ago. It has traveled a total of 13 miles (21 kilometers) and ascended 1,207 feet (368 meters) to its current location. Seven Years After Landing, Curiosity Rover is Still Rock N' Rolling Source: NASA
Read MoreNow you don’t need an HBO subscription to watch some of HBO’s most popular programs. Today the network launched a new “Recommended By Humans” tool that will allow anyone to stream over 50 free episodes, movies, and documentaries—provided they were recommended by, well, a human. Read more… Watch HBO for Free With Its New 'Recommended
Read MoreIllustration by Alex Castro / The Verge Since 2012, Apple has been running a program it calls Mastered for iTunes. The initiative allows engineers to preserve the highest-possible quality when encoding master recordings for digital distribution through iTunes (and now Apple Music). Apple’s tools and guidelines prevent clipping and other unwanted remnants of the loudness
Read MoreImage: Launch Center Pro Launch Center Pro can now be used to create custom iOS home screen icons, a feature that Apple hasn’t previously officially supported on its phones. The new functionality is coming with version 3.1 of Launch Center Pro, which includes a new Icon Composer that was originally designed to let you create
Read MorePhoto by Vjeran Pavic / The Verge Google says that it is “just a few weeks away” from releasing the official version of Android Q. Which means that today is the day for it to release the final beta version, beta 6. There isn’t a ton that’s new in this version — except that Google
Read MoreThursday, August 8 is National Frozen Custard Day, and several chains are offering deals to celebrate. (Frozen custard is a denser, richer version of ice cream made with egg in addition to cream and sugar.) Here’s where to get your free or discounted custard. Read more… Where to Get Free Frozen Custard on August 8
Read MoreIt’s intimidating to email someone whose work you admire, asking for advice, or a coffee chat, or any first meeting that you secretly hope sparks a career-long mentorship. It’s like asking someone on a date while also asking them for a raise. It’s hard and even if you do it right, it might not work!
Read MoreA recent effort to use technology more consistently in the college student advising process resulted in few changes over the status quo. Tech Not a Cure-all in Student Advising Source: Campus Technology
Read MoreAn explosive article in Motherboard alleges that contractors working for Microsoft are listening to the conversations of Skype users conducted through the app’s real-time translation service. The piece, penned by cybersecurity reporter Joseph Cox, cites a trove of internal documentation, screenshots, and audio recordings obtained by the publication. Audio of captured recordings depict deeply personal
Read MoreMicrosoft is using humans to listen to some Skype Translator and Cortana conversations, according to a new report. Microsoft contractors are listening to some Skype translation calls: Report Source: ZDNet Microsoft
Read MoreThe gathering marks the Trump administration’s first major engagement on the issue days after two mass shootings left 31 dead. White House invites tech companies to discussion of violent online extremism Source: Washington Post Tech
Read MoreOne thing I don’t like about homework for young kids is the fact that after they’ve just spent a whole day sitting at a desk at school, we direct them to another desk at home. It’s inhibiting. Their bodies are wiggly and restless and begging to move. Read more… Make a 'Homework Mat' for Your
Read MorePhoto by Ethan Miller/Getty Images Senator and presidential candidate Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) has announced a plan to dramatically expand internet access in rural communities, aiming to give “every home in America” fiber broadband at an affordable price. Her proposal includes an $85 billion grant program for nonprofits and local governments to build fiber networks, as
Read MorePhoto by James Bareham / The Verge The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) sent Elon Musk a cease-and-desist letter last October over “misleading statements” Tesla made about the Model 3’s safety. The agency also asked the Federal Trade Commission to investigate whether the statements “constitute[d] unfair or deceptive acts or practices.” The letter and
Read MoreThe Pokemon Company introduced new forms for Weezing, Zigagoon, Linoone and new evolution Obstagoon, as well as form-changing new Pokemon Morpeko in a fresh trailer for the Nintendo Switch games Wednesday. Pokemon Sword and Shield trailer reveals Galarian forms and Team Yell – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreVisual effects wizard Sven Martin reveals the secrets of season 8’s incendiary ending. Game of Thrones: The CGI magic of the fiery finale – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreThe winning physicists came up with the theory of supergravity in the 1970s. Supergravity theory wins scientists million Breakthrough Prize – CNET Source: CNet
Read MorePhoto by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge Three Republican senators want to hear more from Google after reports that the company was working on a Huawei-branded smart speaker. They are accusing the company of failing to take Americans’ privacy into account on the project. The Information reported last month that the two companies were
Read MoreApple’s slick new credit card is starting to arrive in a select few digital wallets, but Apple Card has one major limitation that might surprise you: You can’t export your data to financial apps. Apple uses Mint as an example, explaining that exporting is “not currently supported.” Read more… Apple's Credit Card Won't Sync With
Read MoreMore signs the online retailer may be seen as a competitor rather than a partner. FedEx won't renew ground delivery contract with Amazon – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreSubway Subway is getting in on the meatless food trend. The company plans to test a new sub, called the Beyond Meatball Marinara, in 685 restaurants in the US and Canada. The test begins in September and is available for a limited time only, although Subway hasn’t said how long that period will be. It
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