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Microsoft is working on a bunch of new features for Windows 11, including a new network speed test that you can access from your taskbar. The tool is bundled in an update rolling out to Windows 11 Insiders in the… Read More »Microsoft is bringing a built-in network speed test to Windows 11
As alliances fray, these are the nations investing in sovereign access to space.
Starting on Tuesday, WordPress users can edit their websites using the new AI assistant built into the platform’s site editor and media library, TechCrunch reports. The AI has a sidebar in the WordPress site editor where users can ask it… Read More »WordPress’ new AI assistant will let users edit their sites with prompts
Deals have been admittedly pretty dry since the holidays, but now that February is in full swing, we’re starting to see strong discounts return across a range of categories. In fact, thanks to Valentine’s Day, the Super Bowl, and —… Read More »Here 50 Presidents Day deals actually worth shopping for
Apple is hosting a “special Apple experience” in New York City on Wednesday, March 4th at 9AM ET, instead of at the Apple Park location it typically uses for events. It’s also hosting press in the cities of London and… Read More »Apple’s doing something on March 4th
SpaceX Crew-12 Successfully Launches to the International Space Station The SpaceX Crew-12 mission marked a historic milestone for NASA and SpaceX this week, launching four astronauts and cosmonauts to the International Space Station despite launching on Friday the 13th—a date… Read More »SpaceX Crew-12 Defies Superstition, Successfully Launches to ISS on Friday the 13th
This isn’t one for the squeamish. | Image: Metrograph Pictures Let me just say that I highly recommend you go into Possession blind. Don’t watch a trailer. Don’t even finish reading this. Go watch it now over on Shudder, Criterion,… Read More »You need to watch the intensely surreal cult classic Possession
US Department of Homeland Security faces partial shutdown after funding expired, impacting services like domestic flights and the Coast Guard; Democrats demand immigration reforms following the fatal shooting of two US citizens, Alex Pretti and Renee Good, in Minneapolis last… Read More »US Faces Homeland Security Shutdown as Democrats Push Immigration Reforms After Fatal Shooting – 2/14/2026, 4:24:22 PM
There’s a playable henge of fiddles. | Image: Georgia Tech / The Verge Georgia Tech has announced the finalists in its annual Guthman Musical Instrument Competition. Every year, for the last 28 years, the school invites inventors from around the… Read More »Georgia Tech announced the finalists in its wild musical instrument competition
Buying a pre-assembled gaming desktop makes sense for some. It can save you time and money, too, compared to buying PC components piecemeal. If you’re weighing your options, consider some Presidents Day offers on iBuyPower’s pre-built desktops, including the $1,899… Read More »iBuyPower’s gaming desktops are discounted for Presidents Day