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Amazon finds: Top 5 Bluetooth speakers for your Holi party

Holi 2024 is right around the corner. Ahead of the festival of colours, here are five Bluetooth speakers that you can use at your Holi party.

News24 | Junior Springbok star signs for English club as Jasper Wiese's replacement

English club Leicester Tigers on Tuesday announced the signing of Junior Springbok star Corne Beets on a long-term deal.

Latest Apple Store reveals beautiful circular design

Apple has shared photos of the latest Apple Store, ahead of this week’s opening in Shanghai, China. The photos reveal a curved glass facade, with stairs leading down into a beautiful circular design in the main display area in the basement of the store … more…

Reveil Review

Reveil is a courageous ropewalking act that tries to balance the tropes of a walking simulator with the crucial elements of a horror game. Next to taking you on some leisurely strolls and benign puzzles, the adventure game published by Daedalic will literally make you run for your life and try ...

New Amazon low delivers 15W Qi2 charging with ESR’s 3-in-1 MagSafe stand at $68 (Reg. $90)

The official ESR Amazon storefront is now offering its new ESR Qi2 3-in-1 MagSafe Charging Station from $68.39 shipped. Be sure to clip the on-page coupon to redeem the discounted price tag. This model launched on Amazon at $130 earlier this month, but actually carries a $90 MSRP and is now ...

Apple Watch Series 9 sees 1-day $100 discounts starting from $299 (All-time lows)

Through the end of the day, Best Buy is taking $100 off Apple Watch Series 9 smartwatches. These all-time lows apply to both sizes of GPS wearables and start from *$299 shipped* for the 41mm styles. That’s down from $399 for the first time since back at the very beginning of February and ...

Here’s just what Google Pixel devices our readers said they’re currently using daily

Our yearly Google Pixel user survey is complete and we now know just what devices you use daily. more…

Daily Telescope: A colorful star trail through the largest window in space

Expect more of this later in 2024 as a veteran astronaut heads back into orbit.

The Super Mario Maker community faces its final boss

"Team 0%" is struggling to clear "Trimming the Herbs" before an April 8 server shutdown.

Motorola Edge 50 Pro India launch next month: Here’s what to expect

Motorola Edge 50 Pro is all set to launch next month with a 144Hz curved pOLED screen, triple-rear cameras, and a Snapdragon chipset.

Kodi 21 'Omega' RC2 has arrived -- download it now

Two weeks ago, the Kodi Foundation rolled out the first release candidate for Kodi 21 ‘Omega’. Its arrival was proof that the hugely popular home theater software was edging ever closer to being ready for prime time. Today, the company makes the second release candidate available, and the ...

The North Face offers 30% off new markdowns: Outerwear, shoes, accessories, more

The North Face Spring Flash Sale offers * 30% off* select styles of outerwear, shoes, accessories, and more. Prices are as marked. XPLR Pass (free to sign-up) complimentary delivery. A highlight from this sale is the men’s Gordon Lyons Full-Zip Vest that’s currently marked down to *$44 *and ...

Amazon’s Alexa Voice Remote Pro with backlit buttons and location tracking falls 20% to $28

Alongside some fresh price drops on Amazon’s Fire tablet lineup and its All-new Alexa Echo Buds, Amazon is now offering a solid deal on its latest Alexa Voice Remote Pro at $27.99 shipped. Regularly $35, this is a solid 20% off the going rate and the lowest price we can find. While we have ...

Motorola razr/+ folding smartphone spring sale starts from $500 (Save $200+)

Motorola is launching a spring sale on its latest folding smartphones today. Amazon drops the Motorola razr+ down to *$699.99 shipped* as the headliner of the shopping event. It drops from $1,000 to save you $300 for one of the first times in months. We did last see it at this same price with ...

News24 | Parliamentary speaker Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula's house raided after bribery allegations

The Johannesburg home of the parliamentary speaker, Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula, was raided on Monday morning.

The first 'cyber-flasher' convicted under England's new law is sent to prison for more than 5 years

A sex offender who is the first person in England and Wales convicted under a new cyber-flashing law has been imprisoned for more than five years. Nicholas Hawkes was convicted of sending unsolicited photos of his genitals in February to a 15-year-old girl and a woman in violation of the Online ...

An AI robot is spotting sick tulips to slow the spread of disease through Dutch bulb fields

An artificial intelligence robot is a new high-tech weapon in the battle to root out disease from Dutch tulip fields as they erupt into a riot of springtime color. The robot trundled on Tuesday along rows of yellow and red blooms. It checks each plant and, when necessary, kills diseased bulbs ...

The Honda CR-V e:FCEV is a plug-in fuel-cell hybrid nobody asked for

Hydrogen has problems, and this isn't a solution, but it's a decent CR-V.

News24 | AKA and Tibz murder: Alleged mastermind to apply for bail on Tuesday

The alleged organiser of the murders of well-known rapper Kiernan "AKA" Forbes and his friend, businessman Tebello "Tibz" Motsoane, is applying for bail in the Durban Magistrate's Court on Tuesday.

Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Here’s how to check your name in voter’s list online

Lok Sabha Elections 2024 are right around the corner and so it's imperative to check your name in the voter's list. Here's how you can do that online on your smartphone.

Developer Crams GPT-2 AI Model Into Excel Spreadsheet

This 1.2GB spreadsheet contains a full demo of transformer large language models.

Microsoft is deprecating 1024-bit RSA certificate support in Windows 10 and Windows 11 to boost security

Microsoft has quietly announced plans to deprecate TLS server authentication certificates using RSA keys with key lengths shorter than 2048 bits. The change means that it will not be possible to use 1024-bit keys, although Microsoft is yet to reveal exactly when the changeover will start. This ...

How to connect to a VPN on an iPhone

A VPN service lets users access websites that are otherwise blocked in their location, and here is how you can use it on your iPhone.

News24 | 'I am not only angry, I am dying inside': Diepkloof Hostel tensions rise after MEC snubs residents

Gauteng Human Settlements MEC Lebogang Maile has left residents of the dilapidated Diepkloof Hostel fuming after he failed to address them during a visit on Tuesday morning.

DOJ aiming to persuade senators to force sale of TikTok to US company, instead of ban

The Department of Justice (DOJ) is reportedly holding a series of closed-door briefings intended to persuade senators to force the sale of TikTok to a US company, rather than ban it outright. This follows Congress voting overwhelmingly in favor of either a ban or forced sale, while passage ...

Save on rides and meal deliveries with these discounted Uber gift cards

Today only, as part of its Deals of the Day, Best Buy is offering some discounted Uber gift cards. These cards can be used for rides and your Uber Eats food deliveries, and include both physical and digital cards so you don’t have to wait for delivery. As is usually the case with these ...

Apple-backed Product Security Verified label will confirm smart home devices are secure

A new Product Security Verified (PSV) label will in future be used to identify smart home devices which meet new industry standards designed to protect against hacking and data breaches. It’s the latest initiative by the industry alliance behind the Matter standard, of which Apple is a ...

News24 | Interpol pulled into probe of missing skipper - police

Interpol and the police attaché in Mozambique have been called upon to help find KwaZulu-Natal skipper John Matambu, who went missing over the weekend.

Logitech launches Mevo Core: A versatile 4K camera for streamers and creators

Logitech has launched the Mevo Core -- the latest addition to its Mevo live streaming camera lineup. The Mevo Core is a 4K camera designed for live streaming and content creation, offering intuitive control from a smartphone or tablet. Its compact and sleek design, along with versatile mounting ...

Score an extra S Pen for your Galaxy S24 Ultra at an all-time low of $40 (Save 20%)

Amazon now offers the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra S Pen for $39.99 shipped. This drops from $50 down to a new all-time low at 20% off. It’s only the third price cut we’ve seen so far, too, and comes in all three colors to mix and match with your S24 Ultra handset. We take a closer look at how ...

TCL’s giant 98-inch 120Hz 4K smart Google TV back to $1,998 low (At least $1,000 off)

Amazon is now giving folks another chance at scoring a huge deal on the 2023 model TCL 98-inch Class S5 4K LED Smart Google TV at $1,998 shipped. This one is also marked down to *$1,999.99 shipped* at Best Buy where it is listed with free installation. This model carried a $5,000 regular price ...

iPhone 17 rumor: Apple developing new anti-reflective display technology

A new rumor today says that Apple has invested billions in a new coating technology for future iPhone displays. This technology would allegedly make future iPhone displays “more scratch-resistant” and add a new anti-reflection layer, but it won’t be ready for the iPhone 16 this ...

News24 | Water supply restored in Ekangala and Rethabiseng in Tshwane after weeks-long outage

The water supply in Ekangala and Rethabiseng in Pretoria has been restored following a weeks-long outage that led to violent protests.

News24 | SA construction activity slipped in late 2024, says Afrimat, but there is cause for optimism

An index compiled for building materials and mining group Afrimat shows that SA construction activity declined in the fourth quarter of 2024 relative to the third.

News24 | A city in crisis: Committee calls on Joburg to be 'more proactive' in managing failing water systems

The Johannesburg Water crisis committee has called on the City to be "more proactive" in managing its water systems following another trip at the Eikenhof pump station due to a suspected lightning strike at the Orlando substation in Soweto.

News24 | SA's inflation expectations dip before rate meeting

South African inflation expectations declined for the next two years, providing the central bank with welcome news ahead of its policy meeting next week, though it may not be enough to tempt it to cut interest rates.

Careless users cause data loss incidents

A new study from Proofpoint shows that 85 percent of organizations polled experienced at least one data loss incident in the past year. Even the country with the lowest percentage -- the UK -- still had 73 percent of respondents reporting at least one incident in the past 12 months. What's ...

Intermittent fasting could lead to much higher risk of cardiovascular death, study says

Intermittent fasting may radically increase the risk of death due to cardiovascular disease, according to a new study.

News24 | Eben says 'no excuses' Sharks' shocking season as Challenge Cup becomes priority

Sharks lock Eben Etzebeth admitted they have no excuses for their distinctly sub-standard season that has gone from bad to worse at every stage ahead of Saturday's United Rugby Championship clash against Ulster.

SK hynix’s 1,050MB/s metal 1TB X31 Portable SSD undercuts the competition at $65 (Reg. $90)

The official SK hynix Amazon storefront is now offering its latest X31 Beetle 1TB Portable Solid-State Drive down at $64.99 shipped. Regularly $90, this is nearly 30% off and the lowest price we can find. This is the second-best price we have tracked on this model, coming within a few bucks ...

Qualcomm Announces Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 for Cheaper Flagship Phones

The Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 combines features of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 and Gen 2.

News24 | 'I'm upset!': Broos fumes over Sundowns coach's comments on 'injured' Bafana stars

Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos expressed his displeasure with Mamelodi Sundowns mentor Rhulani Mokwena following his remarks about injured players reporting for national duty during the upcoming FIFA Series in Algeria.

News24 | Eskom hydro, gas power projects among govt's top 12 priorities this year - Ramaphosa

Government has unveiled the 12 projects that will undergo preparation so that they can be bankable, among these being Eskom's proposed gas power plant in Mossel Bay.

News24 | Joburg needs to invest more in infrastructure, says mayor after another power outage at Eikenhof

The mayor of Johannesburg, Kabelo Gwamanda, said the City needed to add to its investment in infrastructure after another power outage at the Eikenhof pump station.

Land a 50-inch 4K smart TV with AirPlay for the kids/spare room down at $200 today ($100 off)

While we are tracking some big-time deals on higher-end smart 4K TVs right now, folks looking for a super budget-friendly solution for a spare room or the kids will want to check out this Best Buy offer. As part of its Deals of the Day, you’ll now find a Pioneer 50-inch 4K AirPlay smart TV on ...

KingChii Pro 02 8-in-1 wood pellet smoker and grill falls to new $266 low (Reg. $500)

Walmart is offering the KingChii Pro Series 02 Wood Pellet Smoker and Grill for *$265.99 shipped*. Down from its usual $500 price tag, this model spent 2023 rising and falling in slow increments between $470 and a former $324 low. Today’s deal comes in to take things even further as a massive ...

Loupedeck’s custom haptic battlestation consoles up to $70 off in spring sale from $159

Loupedeck is another one of those brands, much like Elgato, known for its desktop streaming controllers, and the spring sale is now live. Alongside some of the higher-end and more professional-grade models on sale below, let’s start with the more mainstream Loupedeck Live S Streaming Console ...

News24 | World champions Springboks to face Scotland at Murrayfield for autumn Test

In what is turning into a busy international season for the reigning world champions, the Springboks will visit Murrayfield as part of Scotland's four autumn international Tests in November, Scottish Rugby announced on Tuesday.

There’s still something special about the 2018 iPad Pro

The 2018 iPad Pro deserves a prominent spot in the Apple hardware hall-of-fame. No other product from Apple has remained so functional for so long without appearing long in the tooth. The , specifically, has held up extraordinarily well for a product from over five years ago. more…

Google Maps rolling out public transit directions on Wear OS

Following the announcement in late February at MWC 2024 and the March Pixel Feature Drop, Google Maps for Wear OS is more widely rolling out public transit directions.  more…

Motorola razr smartphones start from $500, Google Pixel Tablet $399, more

Motorola is making folding smartphones even more affordable with razr discounts from *$500*. You can also score some of the best prices yet on Google Pixel Tablet starting at *$399* complete with magnetic charging docks. Plus, there’s still a chance to score any of Samsung’s new 2024 smart ...

News24 | AKA, Tibz murder: R800k payment nothing to do with AKA assassination, alleged hit organiser insists

The alleged organiser of the assassination of rapper, Kiernan "AKA" Forbes and murder of his friend, businessman Tebello "Tibz" Motsoane, has admitted that he received R800 000, which he then transferred to his co-accused a day after the murders.

Marmot Men’s Refuge Pant now available for 60% off at $91 (Orig. $225)

The Men’s Refuge Pant by Marmot is currently marked down 60% from its original price tag of $225, coming in *at $91* for a limited time only. Built for the ski and snowboarding slopes or while winter camping, the Refuge Pant will keep you warm, dry, and comfortable while you tackle the ...

Samsung’s 2024 2TB T5 EVO Portable SSD just dropped to a new Amazon all-time low at $145

*Update:* Amazon is now offering a $15 on-page coupon (automatically added at checkout) on the T5 EVO Portable Solid-State Drives to deliver a new all-time low. The 2TB now drops to $144.99 shipped, down from the regular $190 price tag. Details below. Amazon is now offering all-time low ...

News24 | ANC wants to enforce a 'banning order' on the MK Party - Dali Mpofu tells Electoral Court

The ANC wants to place a banning order on the uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party by asking the Electoral Court to order that its registration as a political party is unlawful.

GRID offering up to 40% off its popular disassembled iPhone decor

Our friends at GRID Studio are running a spring sale this month with some impressive discounts on their iconic deconstructed wall art. The Grid 4S, for example, showcases a deconstructed iPhone 4S and is available for just $99. more…

Nvidia unveils Blackwell B200, the “world’s most powerful chip” designed for AI

208B transistor chip can reportedly reduce AI cost and energy consumption by up to 25x.

Apple Steps Up Its Lobbying to Change Patent Rules

After losing two complaints before the U.S. International Trade Commission, Apple has stepped up its lobbying to change the agency’s practices.

When will Apple release new AirPods? Here’s what we know

While there were no major revisions to the AirPods lineup in 2023, Apple is preparing a big shakeup for this year. Headlining the updates in 2024 will be a complete overhaul of the entry-level AirPods lineup. Here’s everything we know so far. more…

Nomad takes 20% off entire collection of 15W MagSafe chargers, leather iPhone cases, more

Nomad is on a mission to refresh your setup with some new gear this spring, offering a new sitewide sale in the process. Right now, when you apply code *SUPERSPRING2024* at checkout, you’ll be able to take* 20% off *everything the brand sells. Items will have to be in stock to lock in the ...

Track your fitness gains with this color display-equipped Anker smart scale at $60 (33% off)

The official Anker Amazon storefront is now offering its Wi-Fi Fitness Tracking Smart Scale P3 down at $59.99 shipped. Regularly $90, this is 33% or $30 off the going rate and the lowest price we can find. This model debuted on Amazon in late 2023 to aid in your ongoing fitness routine, and ...

Google updates Pixel 5G availability list, up to 38 countries

The official line from Google is that “not all Pixel 4a (5G) and later phones work on all 5G networks.” Google maintains a list of countries where 5G is available on the Pixel and it was recently updated. more…

Thomas Stafford, who flew to the Moon and docked with Soyuz, dies at 93

Stafford and his Apollo 10 shipmates still hold the speed record on a crew spacecraft.

Samsung Galaxy foldable hinges don’t open flat over time and it’s probably due to debris

Samsung has been putting out some excellent foldable hardware over the past five years, but there is one issues that plagues these devices over time. After a year or two of use, the hinge on Samsung foldables won’t always open completely flat as it did at launch, and the reason, it seems, ...

News24 | 'It should never have happened': Amabutho lambast Duma for 'utterly disrespectful' mic-grabbing

The Amabutho (Zulu regiment) in KwaZulu-Natal have described a mic-grabbing incident at an event held to commemorate the 110th anniversary of the death of the late king Dinuzulu kaCetshwayo as "deplorable and utterly disrespectful".

GoTrax Everest electric dirt bike hits 53 MPH speeds for new $5,500 low (Save $1,000)

Best Buy is offering the GoTrax Everest Electric Dirt Bike for *$5,499.99 shipped* through the rest of the day. Normally fetching $6,500, this model has only seen a few discounts since its release in the summer of 2023, with two discounts bringing costs down the furthest to $6,000 during August ...

Just $8.50 scores you an affordable M3 MacBook Air stand at Amazon (Reg. $20)

Looking for an ultra-affordable MacBook stand? This metal model from LORYERGO on Amazon is easily the best bang for your buck now that it drops down to $8.59 after you’ve clipped the on-page coupon and applied code *O93A7QEP* at checkout. That turns the usual $20 price tag into a new all-time ...

Belkin 3-in-1 Qi2 Magnetic Stand w/ 15W iPhone and Apple Watch fast-charging now available

After unveiling its new 3-in-1 Qi2 Magnetic Stand multi-device charger back at CES, Belkin has launched the new accessory. The BoostCharge Pro with Qi2 features fast wireless charging, flexibility, a clean design, and more. more…

Amazon deals: Top 43-inch Smart TVs to buy under Rs 40,000

Amazon has a wide range of Smart TV options in different screen sizes. These Smart TVs have flat discounts, bank offers, and other coupon discounts.

IPL 2024: How to livestream cricket matches in India for free online

IPL 2024 season will begin this week with a match between Chennai Super Kings and Royal Challengers Bangalore. Here's how you can watch this and all other matches online.

iPad Diary: The five reasons I hardly use an iPad any more

There was once a time when the iPad was one of my most-used devices. And yet, despite currently owning two iPads, I’ve hardly used either of them so far this year, and am not even slightly tempted to upgrade when the upcoming new models are announced. There are five reasons for that – ...

Plex pulls the plug on VR apps, including Google Daydream

While VR is getting a second wave thanks to the popularity of Meta Quest and Apple Vision Pro, older implementations are fading away. This week, Plex confirmed it will shut down its VR apps, including the one for Google Daydream. more…

Why doesn’t Android Auto have a weather card?

The new Android Auto dashboard experience is really good at showing more information at once, but some users have been understandably frustrated by the fact that it doesn’t show the weather as older designs did. So, why doesn’t Android Auto have a weather card? more…

Backbone One iPhone 14 PS model controller hits one of its best prices at $59 (Reg. $100)

While the latest Backbone One mobile controller with USB-C is readily available, Woot is now offering a particularly notable deal on the Lightning model for folks who haven’t updated to iPhone 15. The regularly $100 controller is lauded as easily one of the best out there and you can now ...

Belkin’s Apple Watch Fast Charger is perfect for Series 9 at $43 (Reg. $60)

Amazon is now offering the Belkin Apple Watch Fast Charger for $43.17 shipped after you’ve clipped the on-page coupon. Normally fetching $60, today’s offer lands at 28% off. It’s the third-best offer to date at within $5 of the all-time low and is the lowest we’ve seen since back ...

Meta Quest 2 standalone VR headset drops to just $218 with bonus fitness gear (Reg. $310)

Amazon is now offering the Meta Quest 2 with Active Pack at $218.57 shipped. This is down from its usual $310 price tag and marks a new all-time low on this bundle. We last saw the headset on its own for $250 over the holidays with a $50 credit attached. This offer isn’t quite the same value, ...

Apple Watch Series 9 starts at $299 (Save $100) in today’s best deals, Apple Pencil 2 $79, more

Spring discounts mean you can add Apple Watch Series 9 to your workout kit for all-time lows starting at *$299*. Those $100 discounts come joined by Apple Pencil 2 at $79 as well as a chance to score any of Samsung’s new AirPlay 2 TVs at* $100 off*. Hit the jump for all that and more in the ...

News24 | Wednesday's weather: Mixed bag of heavy rains, heatwave conditions in at least four provinces

A Yellow Level 2 warning has been issued for severe thunderstorms with possible heavy downpours, hail, damaging winds and excessive lighting over the eastern parts of the North West, Free State, Gauteng, and the Highveld of Mpumalanga.

WORX 20V PowerShare 10-inch cordless chainsaw falls to $99 ($51 off), more from $76

Amazon is offering the WORX 20V PowerShare 10-inch Cordless Chainsaw for $98.89 shipped. Down from its usual $150, it saw regular discounts over 2023, with one often occurring every one to two months and the lowest of them dropping costs to $94 during early Christmas sales. Today’s deal comes ...

Backbone debuts 2nd Gen iPhone Lightning controller grip with magnetic adapters, new D-pad, more

Backbone is rounding out its iPhone gaming controller grips today by refreshing the Lightning side of its lineup. We first saw the USB-C version get some love last fall, and now those with an iPhone 14 or older can enjoy the same improvements. more…

Save $300 on the ultra-sleek, ultra-immersive Hydrow Pro Rower at $2,195

Right now and for a limited time only, you can get the Hydrow Pro Rower (formerly known as the Hydrow Original Rower) for *$300 off* its usual price tag, coming in *at $2,195*. The Hydrow Pro Rower delivers a completely immersive workout experience that exercises 86% of your muscles within ...

Baby giraffe dies of a broken neck at Zoo Miami

Officials say a baby giraffe has died of a broken neck at Zoo Miami. The giraffe, born in December, was found by the zoo's staff Saturday morning. Spokesperson Ron Magill says since the giraffe's injury happened overnight and wasn't observed by staff. He says they can only speculate that ...

AMD Could Grab 7% of the AI Market With MI300X Accelerators: Analysts

Nvidia's backlog for its H100 and A100 accelerators could leave the door open for AMD to swoop in and snag some frustrated customers.

News24 | Judge Maumela hospitalised after tribunal hearing against him

Gauteng High Court in Pretoria Judge Tshifhiwa Maumela was hospitalised after the first hearing of the Judicial Service Commission tribunal into allegations of gross misconduct against him, the tribunal heard on Tuesday.

YouTube Music getting an ‘Activity’ notifications feed

We’ve noticed an uptick in notifications sent by YouTube Music since the start of 2024, and the mobile app is now readying an “Activity” feed. more…

Health experts plead for unvaxxed Americans to get measles shot as cases rise

The US hit last year's total in under 12 weeks, suggesting we're in for a bad time.

Apple and Google Are Discussing a Deal to Bring Generative A.I. to iPhones

A partnership would extend the long relationship between the companies that has helped deliver everything from maps to search on Apple’s devices.

IPL 2024: Best Airtel, Jio, and Vi prepaid plans to stream the game

The Indian Premier League (IPL) begins next week. Here are the best recharge plans from Jio, Airtel, and Vi for unlimited streaming of IPL matches.

Get a free $10 Amazon credit when you spend $50 on LEGO Star Wars, City, and other sets

Amazon is launching a new promotion today that’s pairing a selection of LEGO sets with a $10 credit. All you’ll have to do is shop sets on this landing page and add $50 or more in kits to your cart. Checking out will score you a bonus $10 Amazon credit to use on a future purchase. You’ll ...

The Best Gaming Chair Deals for March 2024

Attain maximum comfort without sacrificing your gaming performance or your bank account

The Best Gaming Monitor Deals for March 2024

We've got price drops on every kind of monitor, from budget space-savers to massive curved displays.

Enterprises bank on AI to improve supply chain resilience

New research for supply chain solutions company Cleo, based on a study carried out by Dimensional Research, shows 30 percent of companies plan to use trending technologies like artificial intelligence and automation to better meet supply-chain related business commitments. It finds 97 percent ...

You can finally stop Google Chrome from fighting your password manager on Android

If you use a password manager on Android that’s not Google’s, you’ve likely run into the frustrating experience of Chrome constantly ignoring your choice and pushing Google’s password manager. Now, though, there’s finally a way to change that. more…

Amazon Oakley and Costa Flash Sale offers up to 50% off apparel, accessories, more

Amazon is currently offering* *up to 50% off Oakley and Costa apparel, backpacks, and accessories. Prices are as marked. One of the most notable items from this sale is the Oakley Kitchen Sink Backpack that’s currently marked down to* *$104 shipped and regularly is sold for $130. This ...

Backbone debuts 2nd Gen iPhone controller grip with magnetic adapters, new D-pad, more

There’s a new kid on the block when it comes to iPhone gaming controller grips. The new Backbone One (2nd Gen) might not have the easiest name to remember, but it does take everything we loved about the original model and . more…

9to5Mac Daily: March 19, 2024 – iPhone 17 rumors, AirTag lawsuit

Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. *Sponsored by DirecTV Stream**:* The best way to watch every single NCAA March Madness game on iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple TV. Save $30 and start watching ...

Google’s new ‘Head of Search’ Liz Reid teases ‘more’ SGE developments

Google Search has changed a lot over the past couple of years, and it seems more changes are coming. This week, Google has appointed a new “Head of Search” in Liz Reid, who is teasing more AI changes in the pipeline. more…

Samsung’s latest 990 EVO 1TB Gen5 NVMe internal SSD just hit the all-time low at $75

Just after seeing a new all-time low hit the brand’s 2024 portable SSD, Amazon is now offering a special discount on the latest Samsung 990 EVO PCIe 5.0 x2 M.2 2280 internal Solid-State Drive. You’ll now be able to score the 1TB model down at *$74.99 shipped* (discount automatically applies ...

EPA expected to relax auto emissions standards in the next few years, but reach strict limit by 2032

The Biden administration this week is expected to announce new automobile emissions standards that relax proposed limits for three years but eventually reach the same strict standards proposed by the Environmental Protection Agency. The changes come as sales of zero-tailpipe emissions electric ...

Amazon Spring Sale: Get This Meta Quest Bundle for $100 Off

We're digging up the deals at Amazon as the flowers bloom outside. Save on VR headsets, laptops, and more.

WhatsApp appears to be bringing voice transcription to Android following iOS debut

A new feature seems to be on its way to WhatsApp for Android, with transcription for voice messages spotted in the app’s code. more…

Facebook, Instagram may cut fees by nearly 50% in scramble for DMA compliance

Meta's lowest price yet still isn't low enough for most users, NOYB argues.

News24 | University of KwaZulu-Natal lecture hall set alight in arson attack

The University of KwaZulu-Natal is investigating a case of arson after unknown assailants set a lecture hall in the chemistry building on fire on Tuesday.

Shell-shocked: adidas x Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Shell-Toe Shoes dropping Friday for $130

In an homage to the 40th anniversary of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles franchise – which debuted as a comic book in 1984 – adidas has created the TMNT Shell-Toe Shoes, priced *at $130* and dropping this Friday, March 22 at 10:00 a.m. EST. Designed on its Superstar sneaker, the adidas ...

News24 | Huge TB vaccine trial starts in SA. It could deliver first new TB jab in over a century

The first jabs in a much-anticipated clinical trial of an experimental tuberculosis (TB) vaccine have been administered at a clinical trial site at the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg.

Nvidia Announces Blackwell AI 'Superchip'

Blackwell features two dies merged to create one enormous, powerful AI chip.

Get in on the PC gaming handheld action with the ASUS ROG Ally starting from $340 today

Best Buy is once again offering up to $200 price drops on the ASUS ROG Ally Windows 11 gaming handhelds. The regularly $600 AMD Ryzen Z1 base model is back down at *$399.99 shipped*, while the upgraded Ryzen Z1 Extreme variant that typically fetches $700 is now selling for *$599.99 shipped*. ...

The end of an era: ‘Hackintosh is on its deathbed,’ users say

“Hackintosh is (almost) dead,” proclaims a new blog post from Aleksandar Vacić – and the Apple Silicon transition is partially to blame. As Vacić writes, Apple has “completely removed all traces of driver support” for Wi-Fi and Bluetooth cards key to the Hackintosh world. more…

Fitbit Labs, powered by new Personal Health LLM, coming ‘later this year’

Following the tease at the Pixel Watch 2 launch in October, Google Health provided an update on Fitbit Labs at The Checkup 2024 event. more…

News24 | Johannesburg draft budget: Electricity, refuse, rates, water all set to increase

The Johannesburg budget is set to increase in the new financial year - from R80.9 billion to R83 billion.

News24 | 'Police must respect us': Cape Town residents demand 'decent' clamp down on drug dens

Residents of Elsies River in Cape Town say while they want drug dens in their neighbourhoods to be shut down, that should not be done in a manner which leads to the loss of an innocent life.

Office 2024 will be the next standalone release, as the Office brand lives on

Consumer prices stay the same; MS promises at least one more standalone release.

F1’s pursuit of sustainability drives Pirelli to unveil forest-friendly tires

The Forest Stewardship Council has given its approval to Pirelli's natural rubber.

Samsung’s about to launch its smart Music Frame speaker, sign up for a $100 discount

Samsung’s new Music Frame is about to actually debut. The unique speaker was first revealed back at CES 2024 back in January, and now the company is gearing up to begin shipping the quirky new listening device. Ahead of time, you can get a $100 discount when you sign up at this link ahead ...

Harnessing the value of data with data monetization

Businesses around the globe are using new technologies to change the world. But this wouldn’t be possible without the use of sensitive data such as Personal Identifiable Information (PII) and Protected Health Information (PHI) to drive advancements in personalization and sophistication. ...

Google Lens now lets you save and download your Visual Search History

Google Lens is rolling out the highly-requested ability to save your Visual Search History so that you can return to any analyzed image in the future. more…

NYTimes echoes report of AI partnership talks between Apple and Google

On Sunday night, Bloomberg reported that Apple is in talks with Google about licensing its Gemini technology to power some AI features coming to the iPhone. A new report from The New York Times today echoes those claims, citing “three people with knowledge of the discussions” between Apple ...

Darkness rises in an age of light in first trailer for Star Wars: The Acolyte

"This isn't about good or bad. This is about power and who is allowed to use it."

LEGO officially reveals new Dungeons and Dragons Red Dragon’s Tale set ahead of April 1 release

Official photos of the upcoming LEGO Dungeons and Dragons Red Dragon’s Tale set (21348) are officially here! Stacking up to nearly 3,800 pieces, the upcoming set celebrates the RPG’s 50th anniversay with six all-new minifigures, a giant Cinderhowl red dragon, and tons of other fiends. more…

Users ditch Glassdoor, stunned by site adding real names without consent

Anonymous review site Glassdoor now consults public sources to identify users.

Chefman’s indoor pizza oven with stone and peel cooks six pizza styles for $300 (Save $200)

Amazon is offering the CHEFMAN Indoor Pizza Oven for $299.99 shipped, after clipping the on-page $100 off coupon. Already down from its regular $500 price tag, today’s deal is the eighth discount we have tracked since its launch at the end of October. It amounts to a combined 40% markdown off ...

Regata OS 24 'Arctic Fox' gaming-focused Linux distro launches with KDE Plasma 6 and new hardware support

Regata OS, the Linux-based operating system known for its user-friendly approach and focus on gaming, has released its latest version, 24 "Arctic Fox." This update introduces several significant enhancements and new features aimed at improving the user experience and compatibility with modern ...

News24 | Tony Leon | 'National' needs to be removed from the party label 'African National Congress'

More African than African National, the ANC enters the electoral arena carrying a lot of heavy baggage, writes Tony Leon.

News24 | We're using the MK Party to reclaim the ANC, Zuma tells supporters

Jacob Zuma was addressing supporters in Bloemfontein on Tuesday afternoon, where the Electoral Court heard the ANC's application to have the MK Party's registration as a political party declared unlawful.

News24 | Water crisis: Why are we treated this way? fuming Joburg residents ask over continuous outages

While residents' frustration is mounting after their taps ran dry on Monday night, Rand Water says it is pumping at maximum capacity.

News24 | 'Chair, your ruling is my command': MPs shield Ramaphosa from responding to raid on Speaker's house

Opposition parties have called on National Assembly Speaker Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula to resign after her home was raided following allegations she accepted bribes to the tune of R2.3 million when she was the defence minister.

iPad Air 6 again rumored to feature landscape front-facing camera

Among all the rumors, there’s one hinting at updates to the front-facing camera of the new iPad Air and iPad Pro. Leaker ShrimpApplePro is now corroborating these rumors with a report about the iPad Air 6 getting a landscape front-facing camera. more…

BitTorrent Dethroned by Cloud Storage, TikTok in Upload Traffic Rankings

In 2004, torrenting was responsible for up to 35% of all internet upload traffic.

DeepMind co-founder Mustafa Suleyman will run Microsoft’s new consumer AI unit

Most staffers from Suleyman's startup, Inflection, will join Microsoft as well.

Satechi’s 7-in-1 Pro Slim USB-C Adapter plugs right into your M3 MacBook Air at $68

Amazon now offers the Satechi 7-in-1 Pro Slim USB-C Adapter for $67.99 shipped. The perfect MacBook Air companion, this hub drops from $80 as the first discount in months. It’s within $4 of our previous mention from a previous sitewide sale and is the second-best price since last fall. Back ...

News24 | 11 Gauteng hospitals still on hold amid ongoing engagement with Telkom over phone bill dispute

The Gauteng Department of Health says the number of unreachable health facilities amid its mounting Telkom bill has reduced significantly.

News24 | 'We've got it right this time': Ramaphosa confident lifestyle audit process will be finalised

President Cyril Ramaphosa has promised MPs that the lifestyle audit process that is currently under way will yield the desired results.

Supreme Court skeptical about restricting Biden contacts with social networks

Louisiana lawyer faced tough questions from liberal and conservative justices.

Reddit and YouTube must face a lawsuit over the radicalization of the Buffalo shooter

The sites' algorithms served the 18-year-old with increasingly extremist content and led to the attack, the suit claims. On Monday, a judge rejected the companies' request to have the suit dismissed.

We’ve got a new trailer for Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga. Verdict: Not mediocre

"Whatever you have to do, however long it takes, promise you will find your way home."

Govee’s latest smart Wi-Fi electric kettle returns to $55 all-time low ($25 off), more from $20

The official Govee Amazon storefront is offering its Smart Electric Kettle $54.99 shipped, after clipping the on-page $25 off coupon. Down from $80, this appliance only saw one discount back in 2023 since its release in September, which brought costs down to $72. Since the start of 2024 we’ve ...

It’s official: Europe turns to the Falcon 9 to launch its navigation satellites

The European Union agreed to pay a 30 percent premium for Falcon 9 launches.

LG’s portable 1080p smart projector can fill up to 120-inch screens at $599 low (Reg. $850)

Amazon is offering the LG CineBeam PF610P Full HD LED Portable Smart Projector for $598.99 shipped. Normally fetching $850, this projector didn’t see many discounts during 2023, with the biggest of them occurring during early Black Friday sales and short-lived events like October’s Prime ...

Apple starts rolling out new AirTag firmware update

Apple is rolling out a new version of AirTag firmware today, the first update since October. Here’s how to check your AirTag firmware version. more…

Microsoft Hires DeepMind Co-Founder to Run Consumer A.I.

Mustafa Suleyman is leaving a start-up called Inflection to take the senior position with Microsoft.

News24 | Modack trial witness testifies on Melkbosstrand hit on Hawks cop's dad

The first witness in Nafiz Modack and 14 others' trial testified on Tuesday how he shot the father of a Hawks detective in Melkbosstrand, instead of the detective, by mistake.

YouTube rolls out warnings for AI-manipulated videos

YouTube wants "realistic" likenesses or audio fabrications to be labeled.

Saudi Arabia Plans $40 Billion Push Into Artificial Intelligence

The Middle Eastern country is creating a gigantic fund to invest in A.I. technology, potentially becoming the largest player in the hot market.

KeySmart’s leather and Flex mini minimalist key organizers now up to 35% off from just $10

KeySmart’s official Amazon storefront is now offering its Leather Mini key organizer for $12.97 with free shipping for Prime members or in orders over $25. This one started life at $30 and now carries a regular price of $20 directly from KeySmart. Today’s deal is 35% off the going rate, ...

LEGO’s Tales of the Space Age set assembles four out-of-this-world display pieces at $40

Amazon is now offering one of the first discounts on the new LEGO Ideas Tales of The Space Age set. This out-of-this-world model just launched last year with a $50 price tag, and now it’s dropping to *$42 shipped*. We previously saw it at $42.50 over the holidays last year, and today’s ...

Android game and app deals: Forager, Little Big Workshop, Purrfect Apawcalypse, more

This afternoon’s collection of the best Android game and app deals is now ready and waiting for you down below the fold. Just be sure to also scope out today’s offers on Samsung’s Galaxy SmartTag 2 item finders as well as its S Pen and Motorola razr/+ folding smartphones, but for now ...

Judge denies Apple's attempt to dismiss a class-action lawsuit over AirTag stalking

Apple’s $29 AirTags have become popular items since their 2021 release.

News24 | Rahm at peace with LIV move but it's not easy: Masters 'could be my second ever title defence'

Reigning Masters champion Jon Rahm says he is comfortable with his jump to Saudi-backed LIV Golf but noted Tuesday it's hard to miss so many PGA Tour events he enjoyed.

Biden to Announce Multibillion-Dollar Grant for Intel to Expand Chip Production

The decision comes as President Biden champions his economic policies during a tour of the Southwest.

OWC’s pro-grade 11-port Thunderbolt Go Dock with integrated power drops to $285 (Reg. $350)

The official OWC Amazon storefront is now offering its 11-port Thunderbolt Go Dock down at $284.99 shipped. This model carries a regular price of $350 directly from OWC where it is currently on sale for $300. Now within less than $10 of the Amazon all-time low, today’s deal is another $16 ...

This senator tells NPR why he's leading a charge against TikTok — and what comes next

The House has voted overwhelmingly to ban TikTok if its Chinese owners don't sell it. So now the future of the wildly popular social media platform is in the hands of the Senate.

Threads starts rolling out ‘Trending Now’ section on search page

Rolling out starting today, Meta’s Threads is getting a new “Trending Now” section. more…

Google DeepMind cofounder hired to lead Microsoft’s AI efforts

According to Bloomberg, Microsoft has hired Mustafa Suleyman, one of the cofounders of Google’s DeepMind, to lead its consumer AI initiatives. more…

Android rolling out cloud photo picker with Google Photos support

Following the February announcement, Android’s new cloud photo picker, which supports Google Photos and other apps, is more widely rolling out. more…

Today’s best game deals: Elden Ring $40, Persona 5 Tactica $30, Lords of the Fallen $40, more

With the exciting new Shadow of the Erdtree expansion on the horizon, Amazon is now offering a notable deal on Elden Ring for PS5 at $39.99 shipped. Regularly $60, this is 33% off the going rate and the best we can find. Today’s deal is also on par with the lowest we have tracked on Amazon ...

Anker’s wireless hand vac cleans the car, your desktop, the floor, and more for $36 (Reg. $60+)

The official Anker Amazon storefront is now offering its eufy HomeVac H11 Handheld Vacuum Cleaner for $35.98 shipped in all three colorways. Originally $80 and now regularly fetching $60 at Amazon, today’s deal is the lowest price we can find. This deal lands on par with the most readily ...

Monsters, asteroids, vampires: AI conspiracies flood TikTok

From vampires and wendigos to killer asteroids, TikTok users are pumping out outlandish end-of-the-world conspiracy theories, researchers say, in yet another misinformation trend on a platform whose fate…

Get lifetime access to 20TB of Prism Drive cloud storage for just $100

We all have important files and precious photos. With Prism Drive, you can back up your entire hard drive (and plenty more) without breaking the bank. Right now, the 20TB lifetime plan is only *$99.97* (Reg. $1,494) via 9to5Toys Specials.  more…

3D-printed Mac replica is a maker masterwork inside an entirely accurate shell

What could have been a dozen separate videos is instead one 48-minute marvel.

Segway debuts fully automated Navimow i110N robot lawn mower with satellite positioning

Segway debuts its new Navimow i110N Robot Lawn Mower on Amazon after a successful European launch that began two weeks ago. Now available for pre-order, the new i Series models are designed for yards up to 1/4-acre in size and introduce the company’s updated Exact Fusion Location System 2.0, ...

Schwinn’s Voyager Hybrid e-bike with a 65-mile range at 20 MPH hits $863 (Reg. $1,800)

Amazon is offering the Schwinn Voyageur Electric Bike for $863.42 shipped. Down from its $1,800 price tag, this bike only saw six discounts over 2023, with two of them only reaching as low as $1,450, three of them dropping twice as far, and the last on hitting the $645 low during Christmas ...

The unusual manner in which cicadas pee — and why the information is useful

Little insects pee in droplets. But it turns out that cicadas pee in jets — and why and how they do it could help scientists better understand microfluidics and advance all kinds of technologies.

Upgrade your iPhone Lock Screen with these fun iPod wallpapers

Want to give your iPhone the look and feel of a classic iPod? We’ve rounded up a variety of iPod wallpapers ranging from free to paid to overhaul your iPhone Lock Screen. Read on for a look at everything from the original iPod, iPod mini, iPod Classic wallpapers, and more. more…

U.S. Accuses Two Men of Stealing Tesla Trade Secrets

Federal prosecutors said the pair tried to sell technology to manufacture batteries for electric cars that belonged to the company.

Rocket launch marks big step in building China’s lunar infrastructure

Queqiao-2 will relay data between Earth and Chinese spacecraft on the far side of the Moon.

“Disabling cyberattacks” are hitting critical US water systems, White House warns

Biden administration rallies nation's governors to security facilities in their states.

News24 | NEW RELEASES | 40 Years of Kaapzicht and an affordable New-Old Geeky Chenin called Sonsteen

Kaapzicht Wine Estate in the Bottelary Hills is celebrating its 40th year of production with the release of a skin-contact, old vine Chenin, named Sonsteen.

News24 | Anthony Turton | Pecanwood Estate experiment leads to discovery of new species of microfauna

Our knowledge of how to manage eutrophic ecosystems such as the one at Peacanwood Estate at Hartbeespoort Dam is growing as we start to embrace the emerging notion of nature-based-solutions, which includes artificially constructed wetlands, while rejecting chemical sprays, writes Anthony Turton.

News24 | Bank of America: ANC-DA coalition likelier than ANC-EFF after election

Bank of America (BofA) Securities economist Tatonga Rusike said that while the 29 May general election would be "pivotal", he does not see any major policy shift, as the ANC would likely continue to rule the country through coalition.

News24 | 'We cannot hope to meet growing health need': Western Cape health dept bemoans R800m shortfall

The Western Cape health department will be entering the new financial year on the backfoot - more than R800 million short of the costs needed to do exactly what it did in 2023/24.

Kate Middleton, Britney Spears and the Online Trolls Doubting Their Existence

Whether it is just for kicks or propelled by genuine doubt, the unsupported claims about celebrities and public figures keep gaining traction online.

Hopes of HIV cure after breakthrough using gene-editing 'scissors'

A cure for HIV could be on the horizon after scientists eliminated the virus from cells in a laboratory.

A southeast Alaska community wrestles with a deadly landslide's impact

Communities in southeast Alaska have long co-existed with landslide risks. Rain is a part of life there, with much of the region in the Tongass National Forest, a temperate rainforest. Thousands of landslides have been documented in the Tongass, going back decades, though relatively few have ...

10 years after the deadliest US landslide, climate change is increasing the danger

Friday marks 10 years since the side of a mountain collapsed, raced across a river and buried an entire neighborhood in rural Washington state, killing 43 people in the nation’s worst landslide disaster. Since then, young alder trees have colonized the scarred landscape and a new memorial ...

Amazon deals: Top offers on smart ceiling fans to check out

Don't miss out on the chance to upgrade your home with smart ceiling fans before the summer arrives. Check out these smart fans with Amazon deals.

Amazon Fire TV streaming device Big Spring Sale from $20: All-new 4K Max at $40, more

As part of its Big Spring Sale event, Amazon has brought back some of the best deals we have tracked yet on its entire line of Fire TV streaming sticks starting from* $20 *with free shipping for Prime members or in orders over $25. The headliner here is the All-new Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max ...

Gmail rolls out in-app predictive back on Android 14

Google has yet to enable system-level Predictive Back in Android 14, but the in-app variant is live in some apps, including Gmail most recently. more…

News24 | Magistrate appalled by more delays in Regan Naidoo police brutality case

The pretrial conference of a death-in-custody case involving 18 police officers was adjourned to 31 May in the Durban Magistrate's Court on Tuesday.

Best Amazon Big Spring Sale deals: Apple, Google, Echo, much more

Amazon’s new Big Spring Sale has arrived. As we do through the rest of the year, the team at 9to5Toys will be working around the clock in order to highlight all of the best discounts. Whether you’re doing spring cleaning on all your gadgets or just want to lock-in all the best deals, ...

Meta’s Threads finally gets trending section akin to X: Here’s how to access it

After several requests, Meta's Threads is finally getting a trending section in the app similar to the X app. Here's how to access it.

News24 | WP Rugby completes equity deal as 'new chapter' starts in Cape Town

Western Province Rugby confirmed on Wednesday that it has concluded its equity deal with the Red Disa Consortium, giving up a controlling shareholding to the Cape Town-based investment company.

News24 | Mcebisi Ndletyana | ANC asks for favours in its case against the MK Party

When reading the ANC's argument against the MK Party, especially alongside the counter-argument from the IEC, it becomes clear that the ANC is actually the party that is guilty of procedural flaws, argues Mcebisi Ndletyana.

News24 | Qaanitah Hunter | Decaying Durban: The victim of a monster created by the ANC

Even if it's true that the sabotage and violence in Durban can be linked to the MK Party, the ANC cannot pretend that this seed was not germinated in its belly, writes Qaanitah Hunter.

News24 | Endangered Cape gannets at risk after suspected fish oil spill

A rescue mission is under way to save scores of endangered Cape gannets at South Africa's largest breeding colony due to a suspected fish oil spill near Algoa Bay.

News24 | Double trouble: Johannesburg Water does unplanned maintenance while systems recover from Eikenhof trip

Johannesburg Water scheduled unplanned maintenance for Wednesday at reservoirs in Linden, Kensington B, Malanshof, President Park, Bryanston and Daniel Brink Park. Other affected areas include Alexandra, Wynberg, Kew, Bramley, Meadowlands and parts of Glenhazel.

News24 | Springbok Trophy Tour 2.0: World Cup winners set for 'Trophy Blitz' in Nelson Mandela Bay

The world champion Springboks will embark on a "Trophy Blitz" in Nelson Mandela Bay on Saturday where they will take the Webb Ellis Cup through the city and adjacent areas.

Samsung Galaxy F55 may be company’s next phone in India

The Samsung India website has confirmed that the Galaxy F55 will be the next smartphone to launch in India with Galaxy A55-like specifications.

3 Ways to turn your old photos into stickers on WhatsApp

WhatsApp recently added a special button to let users turn any of their photos into stickers. Here are three ways to create stickers using images.

ESA Begins De-Icing Euclid Space Telescope

A build-up of ice on the mirror threatens to reduce the observatory's sensitivity, but not if it can be safely melted from a million miles away.

Apple could be in trouble over DMA security warnings, as well as Core Technology Fee

It was already clear that Apple’s Core Technology Fee would come in for close scrutiny by the EU, but an interview with the bloc’s antitrust chief has revealed that the company could also be headed for trouble with its security warnings about alternative app stores. While Apple was not ...

iPhone 16 bezels will shrink as screen size expands, says supply-chain report

A new supply-chain report says that new technology acquired by Apple’s display suppliers will enable the iPhone 16 bezels to be further reduced in size, in conjunction with the larger displays we’re expecting in the two Pro models. The same report also claims that Apple could hide the ...

‘World’s first’ smart indoor smoker from GE receives second discount to $850 ($149 off)

Amazon is offering the GE Profile Smart Indoor Smoker for $849.99 shipped. Down from its $999 price tag, this is the second official discount on this first-of-its-kind appliance and comes in as a $149 markdown off the going rate – $151 above the all-time low from January. While it’s not ...

French regulators fine Google $272 million in dispute with news publishers

France’s competition watchdog has hit Google with another big fine tied to a long-running dispute over payments to French publishers for their news. The French Competition Authority said Wednesday that it issued the $272 million penalty because of Google’s failure to comply with some ...

News24 | 'Is this how black lawyers behave?': Judge in Meyiwa murder trial blasts no-show defence attorney

The judge presiding over the Senzo Meyiwa murder trial slammed a defence attorney's non-appearance in court on Wednesday, as well as his failure to alert the court beforehand.

Threads joining the fediverse; Trending posts fully rolling out in the US

We’ve known for a while that Threads is joining the fediverse, and parent company Meta has now provided a preview of how things will work. The concept of the fediverse is to network together individual social media platforms, such that you can post once on one of them, and then share your ...

Google Pixel US market share reportedly nears 5% in 2023 despite overall decline

According to new data, Google managed to grow the Pixel’s foothold in the US market through the course of 2023, even though it apparently shipped fewer phones in the country. more…

New rankings show French bulldogs reign on as top US breed, making many fans shudder

The American Kennel Club says French bulldogs are still the United States’ most commonly registered purebreds. The new standings were released Wednesday. Some say they make Frenchies the nation’s most popular canine. But is it a coup to be celebrated? Longtime fans say au contraire. They ...

Things to know about the risk of landslides in the US

Landslides occur around the world and have helped shape the Earth as we know it. They tend to garner little notice when they strike in remote, unpopulated areas, but they also have the potential to cause immense catastrophes. The landslide that destroyed a rural neighborhood and claimed ...

News24 | Missing Joshlin Smith: One month on and Saldanha Bay residents' search efforts are scaled down

Saldanha Bay residents have significantly scaled down their search efforts to find little Joshlin Smith, who disappeared more than a month ago.

News24 | Theewaterskloof municipality officials went to the Rugby World Cup final. Now the DA wants receipts

Five months after senior Theewaterskloof municipality officials went to the Rugby World Cup final in France during what the council dubbed an official state visit, the DA is looking for receipts.

News24 | First raid crit: Mapisa-Nqakula deserves 'benefit of the doubt' amid Hawks probe - ANC chief whip

Under-fire National Assembly Speaker Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula, whose private home was raided as part of a R2.3 million corruption investigation, should be given the 'benefit of the doubt'.

Star-studded drama Palm Royale now streaming on Apple TV+

Apple’s latest star-studded drama series, Palm Royale, is now streaming on Apple TV+. Featuring Kristen Wiig, Laura Dern, Carol Burnett, Ricky Martin and many more names, the series basks in 1960’s Palm Beach, as we see Maxine Simmons (Wiig’s character) attempt to break into the exclusive ...

How to cancel your Xbox Game Pass subscription in simple steps

You can cancel your Xbox Game Pass subscription in two ways: from the console or the Microsoft website. Here is how to do it.

Videos using AI are popping up on YouTube. How is YouTube responding?

YouTube is asking users to self-report when they post AI-generated videos. Experts say it's not good enough to ask people to admit when they're breaking the rules.

News24 | Payments freeze on Jacob Zuma's bank account is court ordered, says FNB

The FirstRand-owned retail bank said it has put a hold on former President Jacob Zuma's accounts following a Writ of Execution issued by the High Court that was served on it on 29 February.

News24 | Markus Jooste hit with R475m fine - but SA watchdog expects long legal fight

"A long road of litigation and Stalingrad strategy" lies ahead, said a FSCA executive.

Get a Near-Mint Grade-A Lenovo Chromebook for $375 Off Through March 24

This refurbished Chromebook offers multiple form factors with a minimal price.

Rachio spring deals are now live: Smart hose watering system $78, more up to $90 off

As part of its Big Spring Sale event, Amazon is offering some solid price drops on a range of Rachio smart lawn care and watering systems to prepare you for the warmer weather arriving soon. Alongside some deals on its water controllers for folks with built-in sprinkler systems, we are also ...

Microsoft hires influential AI figure Mustafa Suleyman to head up consumer AI business

Microsoft has hired Mustafa Suleyman to head up its consumer artificial intelligence business, adding to its ranks an influential figure in the artificial intelligence world to cement its position at the forefront of the booming AI industry. Suleyman said in a post on LinkedIn on Monday that ...

Samsung’s Galaxy Buds 2 are within $1 of the all-time low at $80 (Reg. $150)

As part of its Big Spring Sale, Amazon is now offering the latest Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 for $79.99 shipped. These earbuds drop from the usual $150 price tag in all four colors down to one of the best prices we’ve ever seen. It’s the lowest since back in October when just one of the pairs ...

Google Pixel 8a may have a better display than iPhone 16

The Google Pixel 8a is expected to be launched in India later this year and there is already a huge round of leaks, including features of the display.

Man to plead guilty in eagle ‘killing spree’ on reservation to sell feathers on black market

A Washington state man accused of helping kill thousands of birds is expected to plead guilty to shooting eagles on an American Indian reservation in Montana and selling their feathers and body parts on the black market. Travis John Branson of Cusick, Washington, has agreed to plead guilty ...

Election misinformation is a problem in any language. But some gets more attention than others

Election misinformation will pose a formidable challenge this year as billions of people in dozens of countries head to the polls. Social media companies have announced plans to combat misleading content around the world, but they've faced criticism that too many of their efforts are focused ...

Historic covered bridges are under threat by truck drivers relying on GPS meant for cars

One of Vermont’s historic covered bridges is under threat from modern technology. Box truck drivers relying on GPS designed for cars continually crash through Lyndon’s 140-year-old Miller’s Run bridge. That's despite signs, including a flashing one, to deter vehicles that are too tall ...

Amazon Big Spring Sale smart Fire TV deals: 2-Series from $120, 55-inch QLED $420, more

As part of its Big Spring Sale event and its new Fire TV streaming device sale, Amazon is now offering some solid price drops its latest smart Fire TV displays. You’ll find the 55-inch Omni QLED Series 4K UHD Smart Fire TV down at $419.99 shipped. This model debuted at $600 almost exactly ...

Amazon discounts entire catalog of Echo speakers in Big Spring Sale from $23

Amazon’s Big Spring Sale is here, and like clockwork, the first batch of deals we’re seeing are on its in-house products. Echo Speakers are taking the spotlight with a collection of price cuts on all things Alexa smart speakers. Leading the pack this year is the best value around in the ...

News24 | Jake White has simple message to his 12 troops back from Bok camp: Just keep doing Bulls things

Bulls mentor Jake White says he doesn't have to call in his 12 Springbok camp attendees to help them regain their focus for a crucial period in their franchise's URC and Champions Cup campaigns.

Act fast! Apple Watch SE 2nd Gen starts from just $109 at Amazon (Reg. $249+)

Amazon is now offering the Apple Watch SE 2nd Gen 40mm for $109.50 shipped. This is easily the best price we’ve ever seen as a discount from the usual $249 price tag. It’s 56% off, an extra $90 from our previous mention earlier in the year, and a new all-time low. The larger 44mm GPS ...

News24 | Broos back to Belgium? Bafana boss says Club Brugge link 'just rumours'

Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos addressed speculation linking him to the technical director position at Club Brugge in Belgium, stating that while he acknowledges being a potential candidate, it remains nothing more than rumors circulating in his homeland.

How Waymo Driverless Cars Could Change Los Angeles

Autonomous taxis have arrived in the nation’s second most populous city. Some Angelenos aren’t ready to go driverless.

Intel to Receive $8.5 Billion in Grants to Build Chip Plants

The award, to be announced by President Biden at a plant in Arizona, is the biggest the government has made under a new program that aims to rebuild the nation’s semiconductor manufacturing industry.

News24 | Internet crisis: SA-based cable repair ship will only reach Ivory Coast by end of next week

The Léon Thévenin cable repair ship has been dispatched from Cape Town to the Ivory Coast to respond to the damaged subsea cables off the Ivory Coast that caused massive internet disruptions in South Africa last week.

News24 | ON THE ROAD | Green-fingered Upington residents are transforming their community for a better life

From the stark environment and amid the lived realities of people in Rosedale, Upington, residents are picking up spades and pushing wheelbarrows to improve the community one plant at a time.

News24 | Govt confirms civil servant pay hike for 2024

The increase is in line with a two-year wage deal, signed by a narrow majority of public sector trade unions in March last year.

Cyber fusion -- what is it and why is it important for security? [Q&A]

Today's IT security teams face several key challenges. Tasked with combating the rising volume and frequency of sophisticated cyber threats, they are bombarded with a tsunami of alerts generated by countless security tools that deliver little context or value-add insight. Effectively processing ...

Biden to tout government investing $8.5 billion in Intel's computer chip plants in four states

The Biden administration has reached an agreement to provide Intel with up to $8.5 billion in direct funding and $11 billion in loans for computer chip plants in Arizona, Ohio, New Mexico and Oregon. President Joe Biden plans to talk up the investment on Wednesday as he visits Intel’s ...

Amazon Water Week: Top water purifiers you can buy under Rs 20,000

Amazon is hosting the Amazon Water Week in India starting March 20. During this week, it is offering discounts on the purchase of water purifiers. Here are top water purifiers you can buy under Rs 20,000 on Amazon.

WhatsApp on Android may soon get voice message transcription

WhatsApp may bring voice message transcription on Android after avoiding it on the platform for a year. Read along to see when it may arrive on your Android phone.

News24 | AKA and Tibz murder: Court postpones extradition proceedings for two brothers detained in Eswatini

Extradition proceedings for the Ndimande brothers, who are accused of being part of the plot to assassinate rapper Kiernan "AKA" Forbes and his former manager, Tebello "Tibz" Motsoane, have been adjourned to 9 April.

The Best Graphics Card Deals for March 2024

Pump out the pixels in 4K and higher with these deep discounts on GPUs.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 and its 7.6-inch folding screen hit $1,440 (Second-best, Save $360)

As part of its Big Spring Sale, Amazon is now offering the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 for $1,439.99 shipped. This is down from the usual $1,800 going rate and marking the second-best price we’ve seen. It’s $360 off and comes within $40 of the all-time low set over Black Friday. Today’s offer ...

Compliance failings leave enterprises vulnerable to data breaches

A new report from Thales reveals that 43 percent of enterprises failed a compliance audit last year, with those companies 10 times more likely to suffer a data breach. Based on a survey of almost 3,000 IT and security professionals it also finds that 93 percent of IT professionals believe ...

News24 | We shouldn't cut off engagement or take a hard position, Pandor says

International relations minister Naledi Pandor has told an audience in the US why South Africa neither considers Iran's government as authoritarian nor wants Russia to be isolated by the international community.

News24 | Dricus calls out Adesanya for next fight: 'Be a man of your word, let's do it!'

Dricus du Plessis has again called out UFC Middleweight rival Israel Adesanya, saying he wants that to be his next fight.

News24 | Judge dismisses second Zuma bid to force Downer’s removal, NPA pushes for trial to proceed ASAP

Judge Nkosinathi Chili, of the KwaZulu-Natal High Court in Pietermaritzburg, took minutes to dismiss Jacob Zuma's latest bid to force the removal of his corruption prosecutor, Billy Downer.

All-time lows drop iOttie’s new Auto Sense 2 smartphone car mounts to $50 each

All of iOttie’s new Auto Sense 2 car mounts are dropping down to *$49.95 shipped* at Amazon today as part of its Big Spring Sale. These are only the second discounts across the board since launching last fall, too. Our favorite of the discounts has the Folding Smartphone Car Mount at $49.95. ...

Why Tech Companies Are Not Your Friends: Lessons From Roku

Roku recently changed its policy to make it even harder for customers to take legal action. It’s a reminder of how we need to protect ourselves.

Logitech’s latest G Pro X Superlight 2 mouse falls to new all-time low at $137

Amazon is now offering a new all-time low on the Logitech G Pro X Superlight 2. This new gaming mouse first hit the scene back in September with a list of notable upgrades over its predecessor. Now, it drops to *$136.81 shipped* as one of the first and only price cuts so far – but the real ...

News24 | NPA to seize property belonging to Prasa fraudster

The Gauteng High Court ruled in 2019 that the former head of engineering at Prasa had to pay back more than R5.5 million from the salary he was paid between 2010 and 2015. But he has not paid back the difference since the ruling.

iPhone 13 Pro with ProMotion display drops to $485 (Orig. $999), iPhone 13 at $370

Woot has a collection of certified refurbished iPhones on sale today starting from just *$126 Prime shipped*. Delivery will run you $6 otherwise. There are a ton of previous-generation handsets in the sale, but a favorite has to be the iPhone 13 Pro down at just *$484.99*. This is far below ...

Keep your internet running through power outages with this CyberPower UPS at $110

By the end of the day, B&H is offering the CyberPower BL1450U Battery Back-UPS for *$109.99 shipped* after the $40 coupon is applied at checkout. It’s down from $150 for one of the first times in ages and is a rare chance to save. We have seen it at $10 less, but that was back over the ...

Save over $580 on watches from Tissot, Citizen Star Wars, Timex, and more starting at $13

As part of its Big Spring Sale event, Amazon is now offering a sizable collection of price drops on timepieces from Citizen, Tissot, timex, and more. The deals start from just $13 with free shipping for Prime members or in orders over $25 and offer hundreds of dollars in savings in some cases. ...

New iPad Pro could be available in new matte screen option, rumor claims

A new rumor on Weibo today claims that the new iPad Pro models will be available in both matte and glossy screen options. This would be similar to how the Apple Studio Display and Pro Display XDR are also available in glossy and Nano-texture display options. The move comes as third-party ...

Tim Cook is in China: Photos from store opening and more

Tim Cook is in China, attending the opening of the beautiful new Jing’an Apple Store in Shanghai, and meeting with Apple suppliers, developers, and more. Cook shared photos of his visit on Chinese social media site Weibo, thanking the new store staff and customers for a memorable visit ...

Enterprises lose millions each year due to poor AI models

Underperforming AI models, which are built using inaccurate or low-quality data, are resulting in misinformed business decisions. A study for Fivetran, conducted by Vanson Bourne, polled 550 from organizations with 500 or more employees and finds that on average they lose six percent of their ...

Natural wonders. Napoleon's exile. A remote island in the S. Atlantic is now easier to get to

St. Helena, a small, craggy island in the South Atlantic Ocean, is one of the most remote inhabited places in the world. Until several years ago, it took five nights by boat to reach the British overseas territory, which is nearly halfway between southern Africa and Brazil. Today, there are ...

YouTube TV rolling out Multiview on iPhone and iPad; Android ‘in the coming months’

Google has confirmed that YouTube TV is now rolling out support for Multiview on the iPhone and iPad, but the feature won’t arrive on Android for a while. more…

SMBs are easy targets for cyberattacks

Despite cybersecurity threats being on the rise, many small and medium businesses (SMBs) still lack basic security measures, according to AI security company Cyber Upgrade. It's no secret that hackers target smaller businesses due to inadequate cybersecurity safeguards, as most underestimate ...

News24 | Telkom reportedly in talks to sell tower business to global private equity firm

Private equity firm Actis is in talks to buy Swiftnet, the mast and tower business owned by Telkom, according to people familiar with the matter.

News24 | It's going to be a long weekend for Modack and co after Covid-19 keeps counsel at home

Nafiz Modack's trial involving multiple murders allegedly carried out by several Cape Town gangs was postponed on Wednesday due to a defence lawyer being ill with Covid-19.

3D printed Macintosh Plus created with ‘Steve Jobs-like attention to detail’

A guy who describes himself as a huge Apple enthusiast and a “designer and tinkerer” has created a painstakingly accurate 3D printed Macintosh Plus. In what has been described as “Steve Jobs-like attention to detail,” it even boots from (and ejects) a floppy disk, and the monitor ...

Amazon launches massive PopSockets sale with Pokémon grips, cases, wallets, and more from $8

As part of its Big Spring Sale, Amazon has kicked of a wide-ranging PopSockets event starting from just *$7.99* with free shipping for Prime members or in orders over $25. One notable option here comes by way of the brand’s latest MagSafe iPhone Grips starting from $19.99 Prime shipped. While ...

Intel receives $8.5 billion from US for expanding high-end fab capacity

Chips Act funding will primarily be directed toward development of Intel’s 18A node.

The Best TV Deals for March 2024

Screens of all sizes delivering high-definition visuals for movies, gaming, sports, and more

These Mobile Games are For the Birds

How do you design an app for a parrot? Consider games that are “made to be licked,” a new study suggests.

Biden is giving Intel $8.5 billion for big semiconductor projects in 4 states

President Biden is in the battleground state of Arizona to make the biggest announcement yet in his plan to bring semiconductor manufacturing back to America.

News24 | Johannesburg Water says systems are stabilising and steadily improving

Water systems were steadily improving after a power outage that affected Rand Water's Eikenhof pump station, Johannesburg Water said on Wednesday afternoon.

Amazon deals: Top gadgets to buy for Holi party

Amazon has a range of gadgets that you can buy for your Holi party this year. Top gadgets have over 50 percent off on the platform.

Load up on Orgain plant-based protein powder and more from $10 today (Up to 41% off)

As part of its Big Spring Sale, Amazon is giving folks a chance to load up on organic, plant-based Orgain protein powder to keep those new year resolutions rolling through the spring and beyond. There are a couple pages here of options ranging from multi-vitamins and kid’s supplements to a ...

Traeger Grills and Louisville Slugger knock this limited-edition wood pellet collab out of the park

Baseball fans who love to smoke their meals on Traeger wood-pellet grills, you are going to love this announcement! Traeger is proudly announcing a unique partnership with Louisville Slugger, the official bat of Major League Baseball, with the release of limited-edition Traeger Louisville ...

News24 | Lacking star power: Jaco Peyper implores patience from SA in refereeing rebuild

Jaco Peyper, SA's recently retired leading referee, hopes the local game can remain patient with the development of the next generation of referees.

News24 | IN-DEPTH | Joburg water crisis: Lightning strikes at Orlando substation due to lack of maintenance

Even City Power's own reports have been critical of how some substations have "outdated equipment, causing serious operating difficulties".

Circle to Search seems to be broken on the Galaxy S24 Ultra for some

The Galaxy S24 Ultra was one of the first devices to debut Circle to Search at launch, but now the feature seems to be broken for a handful of users. more…

Google Contacts is making it way easier to set custom contact ringtones on Android

The Google Contacts app is rolling out a new, dedicated section to help you set and manage custom contact ringtones on your Android device. more…

Wednesday’s best deals include iPad Air 5 from $449, Nomad Apple accessories at 20% off, more

Amazon’s new Big Spring Sale is now underway, and we’re rounding up all of the best discounts. The savings start with iPad Air 5 dropping to *$449* for those who are probably going to skip the spring refresh anyway, as well as iPhone 13 and 13 Pro starting at* $370*. Plus, a collection ...

News24 | Mic-grabbing incident: ANC's Mtolo says all Duma did was 'discipline an ill-disciplined character'

KwaZulu-Natal ANC secretary Bheki Mtolo has lauded provincial chairperson Siboniso Duma's "heroic" act of grabbing the microphone from AmaZulu traditional prime minister Thulasizwe Buthelezi during the 110th Commemoration of King Dinuzulu at the weekend.

Amazon x Carrera Alexa smart glasses hit new lows at $80 off, plus new Echo Frames from $240

As part of its Big Spring Sale, Amazon is now offering some notable price drops on its latest smart 3rd Gen Echo Frames glasses alongside some of the Carrera models with built-in Alexa capabilities and more. These latest-generation models debuted for the first time at Amazon’s big September ...

Save up to 45% on Greenworks’ electric mowers, blowers, trimmers, and more starting from $80

As part of its Big Spring Sale event, Amazon is taking *up to 45% off* a selection of Greenworks mowers, blowers, trimmers, pressure washers, and more. A notable standout amongst the bunch is the Pro 80V 580 CFM Cordless Electric Axial Leaf Blower for $306.14 shipped. Down from $408, this model ...

GNOME 46 Kathmandu: Elevating the Linux desktop environment with new features and enhancements

The GNOME project has announced the release of GNOME 46, codenamed “Kathmandu.” This latest version of the Linux desktop environment brings a host of enhancements and new features. There are even five new apps: Letterpress, Switcheroo, Decibels, Fretboard, and Railway. The Files app has ...

Matchmaker Agency Review

Timothy and Catherine are in the middle of an arcade date, the only location I have unlocked which is almost guaranteed to draw a positive reaction from both of them. It all starts off well, with a nice conversation between the two, a stockbroker and a firefighter. They have both been waiting ...

Intel to Receive $8.5 Billion From CHIPS Act to Spur US Chip Production

The deal makes Intel the largest beneficiary of grants from the CHIPS Act thus far.

News24 | Some of SA's biggest companies pledge more than R250m to procurement from black firms

More than 70 of SA’s biggest companies – including Shoprite, Absa, Naspers, VWSA, Ford and Sappi - have pledged to spend more than a quarter of billion rand on procurement from black industrial companies over the next five years.

The Epic Games Store is coming to Android

With plans to launch its own game store on iOS, it’s now been announced that the Epic Games Store is coming to Android. more…

Carmakers’ shady data sharing takes spotlight in GM connected car scandal

There are better alternatives to clicking a EULA the first time you drive your car.

Galaxy Ring to integrate with Samsung Food and act as a digital nutritionist

Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy Ring is heavily focused on being a health wearable, and that may include helping you figure out what to eat via Samsung Food, according to a new report. more…

Nvidia and Amazon Upgrade Project Ceiba AI Supercomputer to Blackwell

The change will increase the AI performance of the upcoming machine by 6x, according to Nvidia.

Office 2024 for Mac will be available as a one-off purchase

While Microsoft pushes Office 365 subscriptions hard, it has so far retained the option of one-off purchases of new editions – and it has confirmed that this will also be available for Office 2024 for Mac. The other good news is that we’re expecting the price to be unchanged from Office ...

News24 | Missing at sea: Family raises concerns over unfounded rumours in John Matambu saga

The family of John Matambu, the missing KwaZulu-Natal skipper, has expressed their disappointment over unfounded rumours doing the rounds.

News24 | Stuttafords Van Lines and Pickfords ink R40m cartel settlement with competition watchdog

The Competition Tribunal said on Wednesday that furniture removal companies Stuttafords Van Lines and Pickfords Removals have admitted to involvement in a furniture removal cartel and agreed to pay an administrative penalty totalling R40 million.

News24 | Investec lifts as its flags full-year earnings rise

CEO Fani Titi said the group's diversified revenue and the success of its client acquisition strategy has continued to underpin its solid financial performance.

News24 | Investors say court ruling in favour of Nelson Mandela Bay agency 'incredibly important' for tourism

Seven months after now-suspended Nelson Mandela Bay city manager Noxolo Nqwazi notified the Mandela Bay Development Agency board it had been dissolved, the Eastern Cape High Court in Gqeberha has ruled the board should remain in place.

News24 | July Tests: Bok blindside strength to be Irish snag?

Whether Ireland still have gnarly Peter O'Mahony to counter SA's Pieter-Steph du Toit could influence the midyear series result, says Rob Houwing.

Android game and app deals: ARIDA Backland’s, Incredibox, Terra Mystica, more

Joining the , we have collected all of your mid-week Android game and app deals down below. Just be sure to scope out the price drops we are now tracking on Lenovo’s 9-inch M9 Android tablet, the ASUS Chromebook Vibe CX55 Flip, Samsung’s Galaxy Buds 2, and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 while ...

News24 | 17-year-old SA speedster lands dream IPL deal with Mumbai Indians

Kwena Maphaka's star continues to shine as the young left-arm quick joins Indian Premier League outfit Mumbai Indians.

Google reshapes Fitbit in its image as users allege “planned obsolescence”

Generative AI may not be enough to appease frustrated customers.

Glassdoor Attaches Real Names to 'Anonymous' Profiles, Causing User Exodus

Vessel off Florida Keys identified as British warship that sank in the 18th century

A wrecked seagoing vessel discovered decades ago off the Florida Keys has recently been identified as a British warship that sank in the 18th century. The National Park Service says archaeologists used new research to determine that the wreckage first spotted in 1993 near Dry Tortugas National ...

Alien: Romulus teaser has all the right elements to pique our interest

Originally meant for Hulu, the franchise's ninth installment heads to theaters instead.

iPad Pro bezels to get even thinner this year, rumor says

More details about the forthcoming iPad Pro refresh continue to emerge. Now, a new leak on Weibo claims that the new iPad Pros will feature noticeably thinner bezels than ever before. more…

New EPA, DOE fuel regs give automakers longer to reduce CO2 emissions

The model-year 2032 standards are still strict, but there's a more gentle ramp-up.

Google Research unveils AI-driven global flood forecasting system

Google Research has made a significant breakthrough in global flood forecasting, utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) to expand access to reliable flood forecasts, particularly in regions where data is scarce. Floods, being the most common natural disaster, inflict approximately $50 billion ...

Astronomers Create 3D Map of Universe's Quasars

Now the largest-ever map of the universe by volume, the project reveals what can be achieved using scrap data.

Condé Nast’s Owners Set to Reap a $1.4 Billion Windfall From Reddit

The Newhouse family, which controls the Advance media empire, made a 2006 investment of $10 million in the social site, which plans to go public on Thursday.

The battle for technological dominance between China and the U.S. rages on

Experts say Washington's recent move on Tiktok is just the latest in a race between the U.S. and China for technological dominance.

How Temu is shaking up the world of online shopping

Despite controversy China's Temu is becoming a global online shopping force.

India in undersea race to mine world’s battery metal

The country has applied for two new licences to explore the deep seabed in parts of the Indian Ocean.

E-waste from trashed electric devices is piling up and recycling isn't keeping pace, UN says

U.N. agencies have warned that waste from electronics is piling up worldwide while recycling rates remain low and are likely to fall even further. The agencies are referring to “e-waste,” which is defined as discarded devices with a plug or battery, including cellphones, electronic toys, ...

Neuralink patient seen playing chess using brain implant

In a livestream on X, the patient explained that he was using a device in his brain to move the cursor.

News24 | Firefighters monitoring blaze on Paarl Mountain

The Cape Winelands District Municipality has deployed firefighting crews to extinguish a blaze on Paarl Mountain.

Formula 1 chief appalled to find team using Excel to manage 20,000 car parts

Williams team leader may only be shocked because he hasn't worked IT.

Michael Cohen loses court motion after lawyer cited AI-invented cases

No punishment, but judge rejects Cohen motion to end his supervised release.

Elon Musk's Neuralink Shows Brain-Chip Patient Using 'Telepathy' to Play Online Chess in New Video

Neuralink has finally introduced the first human subject to receive the company's brain implant.

British AI pioneer joins Microsoft

Mustafa Suleyman, the co-founder of DeepMind - which was bought by Google - is to lead Microsoft AI.

14-inch M3 Pro MacBook Pro starts from $1,605, AirTags at $24, Eve Cam, more

If you need more than 8GB of memory, today’s 14-inch M3 Pro MacBook Pro discounts are right up your alley. Pricing starts at *$1,605* for the usually $1,999 MacBook and comes joined by AirTags from *$21 *each and a rare chance to save on the HomeKit-enabled Eve Cam at *$130*. Hit the jump for ...

Peacock is adding YouTube TV-style Multiview for the 2024 Olympics

Ahead of its start in July, NBC Peacock is showing off its new Multiview feature for the 2024 Olympics. more…

Goal Zero’s Yeti 200X 187Wh portable power station now $176 (Save $124), more from $309

The official Goal Zero Amazon storefront is offering its Yeti 200X Portable Power Station for $175.95 shipped. Down from its $300 price tag, it only saw three major discounts over 2023, and one in January that kicked off 2024 at the lowest price we have tracked. Today’s deal comes in as a 41% ...

The Many Challenges Facing Apple

The Justice Department’s lawsuit against Apple is the latest in a series of regulatory actions that are hitting the tech giant at the same time.

Alert: Shares of Reddit, the 'front page of the internet,' soar 45% in Wall Street debut

Shares of Reddit, the 'front page of the internet,' soar 45% in Wall Street debut.

News24 | Bafana review: Andorra's Tricolours expose SA's true colours after stuttering draw

Bafana Bafana's 1-1 draw with Andorra exposed the problems in South African football holding the team back.

News24 | Three suspected hitmen killed in KZN shootout with police

KwaZulu-Natal police killed three men in a shootout in Eshowe on Human Rights Day, stopping them from carrying out a suspected hit.

Hackers can unlock over 3 million hotel doors in seconds

Saflok has a fix for the vulnerability, but patching may take a long time.

Today’s best iOS app deals: FurryFury Smash & Roll, ColorFold, Tower of Fortune 3, more

We are almost ready to head into the weekend, but first let’s scope out Friday’s best deals on iOS games and apps. Amazon’s Big Spring Sale event will carry on through the weekend joined by deals on Apple’s official iPhone 15 silicone cases, the latest AirPods 3 back at the all-time ...

Big Spring Sale microSD card deals from $13: SanDisk 512GB hits $25 all-time low, more

*Update: *The SanDisk 512GB Ultra microSDXC has now dropped to a new Amazon all-time low at *$24.99 with free shipping* for Prime members or in orders over $25. All of the details are down below and you browse through the Amazon Big Spring Sale SanDisk and Western Digital deals. Amazon ...

News24 | Bafana player ratings: Mokwana, Goss, Mosele ... who passed and failed the Broos test?

When announcing his 23-man squad for the FIFA Series in Algeria, Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos reiterated that he wanted to look at the future to find players who could aid the national team in the months or years to come.

News24 | SAMA calls on Gauteng health department to resolve Telkom bill issue as hospitals remain 'unreachable'

The South African Medical Association (SAMA) has urgently called on the Gauteng health department to address concerns regarding unreachable health facilities in the province.

One Tech Tip: How to get around Instagram's new limits on political content

Instagram has started an automatic clamp down on the amount of political content appearing in its users’ feeds, but there is a relatively quick and easy way to turn off the controls if you don’t want to keep the limitations place. As part of an initiative Instagram announced last month, the ...

Geomagnetic storm from a solar flare could disrupt radio communications and create a striking aurora

Space weather forecasters have issued a geomagnetic storm watch through Monday. They say a plasma burst from a solar flare could interfere with radio transmissions on Earth. It may also make for great aurora viewing. According to the alert issued Saturday by NOAA’s Space Weather Prediction ...

Protect your new AirPods Pro 2 with these discounted Spigen and elago cases from $7

As part of its Big Spring Sale event, Amazon is now offering a series of notable deals on AirPods cases to protect your precious Apple earbuds. Alongside some notable options down below, the official Spigen Amazon storefront is now offering its Silicone Fit AirPods Pro 2 Case down at $14.99 ...

SteelSeries Nimbus+ MFi controller with iPhone mount sees rare discount to $50 (Save $20)

Amazon now offers the SteelSeries Nimbus+ Bluetooth iPhone Gaming Controller for $49.99 shipped. Normally selling for $70, today’s offer is on sale for the first time in months at $20 off. It’s matching the second-best price to date and is also the lowest since the holiday season last year, ...

DOJ antitrust lawsuit complains that iPhones are cool, says lawyer

One element of the DOJ antitrust lawsuit against Apple addresses iMessage, and Apple’s decision to keep the app exclusive to iPhone. But it goes further than arguing that this is anti-competitive, and attacks the use of green chat bubbles for Android users as creating “social ...

New Google Messages features that we’re still waiting for

Like most Google apps, Messages A/B tests many features. However, it takes the RCS/SMS client a rather long time to actually launch these capabilities in stable even after they are announced. more…

X’s Lawsuit Against Anti-Hate Research Group Is Dismissed

Elon Musk’s social media company sued a group that exposed hate speech on the site, but a judge ruled that the suit was designed to punish speech.

How are you using Android Auto?

Android Auto and CarPlay have become invaluable tools in the car, but the features and tools, and how you are able to use them, have changed over time. How are you using Android Auto today? more…

Save space while getting jacked with BowFlex’s SelectTech curl bar at new $325 low ($201 off)

Amazon is offering the BowFlex SelectTech Curl Bar for $324.99 shipped. Down from its usual $599, it saw a gap in discounts during the first half of 2023, picking up in May to repeat the same drop to $450 over the summer and into fall. Black Friday sales then came along and took costs down ...

PSA: T-Mobile’s free MLB TV offer is now available

While T-Mobile is not offering free MLS Season Pass to its customers this year, the popular MLB TV offer is back for another year. You can redeem the promotion starting today through April 2 using the T-Life app on your device. more…

News24 | Netcare Medical Scheme slams 'unfounded' curatorship application

The Netcare Medical Scheme says there is no justification for the Council for Medical Schemes’ application to place it under curatorship.

Apple WWDC 2024 dates announced, here’s what to expect

Apple will likely announce new software versions of iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, and tvOS at the upcoming WWDC at the Apple Park in California.

News24 | Two more, including police officer, arrested for kidnapping Brits teenagers

Two more people, including a police officer, have been arrested in connection with the kidnapping of two Brits teenagers.


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