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Marvel Rivals Season 3 patch notes: the latest balance changes and updates

Marvel Rivals patch notes for the latest balance changes have now dropped. Here's who's being buffed, nerfed, and what's been updated.

Published on: July 30, 2025 | Source: TechRadar favicon TechRadar

Dropbox Passwords will soon be no more - here's how to save your passwords, and our pick of alternatives

Dropbox's own password manager is being discontinued, with the company is urging users to seek our alternative solutions.

Published on: July 30, 2025 | Source: TechRadar favicon TechRadar

The Star Wars Echo Dot bundle is finally back on sale at Amazon

As of July 30, the Star Wars Echo Dot bundle is on sale at Amazon for $86.98, down from the standard price of $109.98. That's a 21% discount.

Published on: July 30, 2025 | Source: Mashable favicon Mashable

GenAI apps doubled their revenue, grew to 1.7B downloads in first half of 2025

People are downloading and spending money on GenAI apps more than ever.

Published on: July 30, 2025 | Source: TechCrunch favicon TechCrunch

UN holds emergency talks over sky-high accommodation costs at Cop30 in Brazil

Concerns poorer countries could be priced out of negotiations in Belรฉm as room rates soar amid shortageThe UN climate bureau has held an urgent meeting about concerns that sky-high rates for accommodation at this yearโ€™s Cop30 summit in Brazil could price poorer countries out of the negotiations.Brazil is preparing to host Cop30 this November in the rainforest city of Belรฉm, where representatives of nearly every...

Published on: July 30, 2025 | Source: The Guardian World News favicon The Guardian World News

Show HN: Open-source alternative to ChatGPT Agents for browsing

Hey HN,We are Winston, Edward, and James, and we built Meka Agent, an open-source framework that lets vision-based LLMs execute tasks directly on a computer, just like a person would.Backstory:In the last few months, we've been building computer-use agents that have been used by various teams for QA testing, but realized that the underlying browsing frameworks aren't quite good enough yet.As such, we've been working on...

Published on: July 30, 2025 | Source: Hacker News favicon Hacker News

Google will sign EU's AI Code of Practice

Google says it will sign the European Unionโ€™s new AI Code of Practice, which provides a framework for compliance with the EUโ€™s AI Act. The act itself was passed in 2024, but its many provisions will take months to years to come into effect. The non-binding Code of Practice is a voluntary measure intended to help ensure that companies generally meet the obligations laid out by the Act in the meantime. In a blog post...

Published on: July 30, 2025 | Source: Engadget favicon Engadget

The New York Times and Amazon's AI licensing deal is reportedly worth up to $25 million per year

Amazon's AI licensing deal with The New York Times is worth $20 million to $25 million per year, according to The Wall Street Journal. The two companies did not disclose the fiscal terms of the agreement back when it was announced in May. The Journal's reporting provides a rare insight into the value of a media company licensing its content for AI training. In the case of The Times, Amazon's annual payments to the...

Published on: July 30, 2025 | Source: Engadget favicon Engadget

VPN use soars in UK after age-verification laws go into effect

Proton VPN signups originating in the UK increased by over 1,400 percent.

Published on: July 30, 2025 | Source: Ars Technica favicon Ars Technica

The Lost Bus trailer: Matthew McConaughey faces a parents worst nightmare

Based on the incredible true story, "The Lost Bus" reveals the heroism of one man during the 2018 Camp Fire.

Published on: July 30, 2025 | Source: Mashable favicon Mashable

A Nintendo Direct focused on third-party games is taking place on July 31

Itโ€™s almost time for another Nintendo Direct. A showcase of games from Nintendoโ€™s partners that are coming to the Nintendo Switch and/or Switch 2 is set for 9AM ET on July 31. The stream will run for around 25 minutes and you can watch it above when the time is right. This is a partner showcase, so you probably shouldnโ€™t expect to find out release dates for Metroid Prime 4: Beyond or Kirby Air Riders here. Instead, weโ€™...

Published on: July 30, 2025 | Source: Engadget favicon Engadget

Apples iPhone 17 could come with a $50 price hike

Apple's iPhone 17 lineup will come with a price hike, new report claims.

Published on: July 30, 2025 | Source: Mashable favicon Mashable

Show HN: An AI agent that learns your product and guides your users

Hey HN! My name is Christian, and Iโ€™m the co-founder of https://frigade.ai. Weโ€™ve built an AI agent that automatically learns how to use any web-based product, and in turn guides users directly in the UI, automatically generates documentation, and even takes actions on a userโ€™s behalf. Think of it as Clippy from the old MS Office. But on steroids. And actually helpful.You can see the agent and tool-calling SDK in...

Published on: July 30, 2025 | Source: Hacker News favicon Hacker News

Try the Mosquito Bucket of Death

Article URL: https://www.energyvanguard.com/blog/try-the-mosquito-bucket-of-death/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44733888 Points: 336 # Comments: 266

Published on: July 30, 2025 | Source: Hacker News favicon Hacker News

Hundreds evacuated after series of rockfalls in Italyโ€™s Brenta Dolomites

Experts say thawing of permafrost due to climate breakdown is causing increase in rock collapses across AlpsHundreds of hikers and tourists were evacuated and dozens of trails closed after a series of rockfalls on the slopes of Cima Falkner in the Brenta Dolomites in the north of Italy, as experts warned of a sharp rise in landslides in the area linked to thawing permafrost.In recent days, visitors reported hearing...

Published on: July 30, 2025 | Source: The Guardian World News favicon The Guardian World News

Freed British-Israeli hostage accuses Starmer of โ€˜moral failureโ€™ over move to recognise Palestine

Emily Damari was held captive by Hamas for more than 15 months and says decision โ€˜risks rewarding terrorโ€™A British-Israeli woman who was held hostage by Hamas for more than 15 months has accused Keir Starmer of โ€œmoral failureโ€ after he set the UK on course to recognise a Palestinian state.Emily Damari, 29, who was released in January, said the prime minister was โ€œnot standing on the right side of historyโ€ and should be...

Published on: July 30, 2025 | Source: The Guardian World News favicon The Guardian World News

TernX Review (2025): Travel With Young Kids Just Got Easier

This carry-on suitcase can transform into a simple stroller, perfect for weekend trips with a little one.

Published on: July 30, 2025 | Source: Wired favicon Wired

Apple says DOJ's antitrust lawsuit would 'reduce consumer choice'

Apple has submitted its official response to the antitrust lawsuit the Justice Department filed against it last year, which accused the company of having smartphone monopoly and criticized its "walled garden" approach to business. It said that the lawsuit threatens what sets the iPhone apart in a fiercely competitive market, reduce consumer choice, as well as erode competition. In addition, Apple warned that it could...

Published on: July 30, 2025 | Source: Engadget favicon Engadget

โ€˜The Naked Gunโ€™ review: Liam Neeson is a comedy genius in this brilliantly stupid reboot

โ€˜The Naked Gunโ€™ review: Liam Neeson and Pamela Anderson star in this reboot of the original spoof comedy starring Leslie Nielsen.

Published on: July 30, 2025 | Source: Mashable favicon Mashable

We dont exactly know why, but Steak n Shake is giving away free Labubu toys

Steak 'n Shake to set to give away over 100,000 Labubu from Aug. 4. Here's what we know about this weird promotion.

Published on: July 30, 2025 | Source: Mashable favicon Mashable

Migration fuels second largest population jump in England and Wales for more than 75 years

Data shows population rose by 700,000 in year to June 2024, with international migration driving growthThe population of England and Wales has grown by the second largest annual increase in more than 75 years, largely due to international migration.Figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) show the population grew by 700,000 in the year to June 2024, the second largest numerical jump since at least 1949,...

Published on: July 30, 2025 | Source: The Guardian World News favicon The Guardian World News

YouTube will no longer limit ads on videos that drop the f-bomb early

YouTube has changed its ad guideline policy surrounding swear words, allowing creators a bit more freedom than before. In a video announcement, YouTube's head of monetization, Conor Kavanagh, said that videos containing stronger profanity such as f-bombs in the first seven seconds are now eligible for full monetization. In 2022, YouTube introduced a policy that would flag videos using profane language in the first...

Published on: July 30, 2025 | Source: Engadget favicon Engadget

Tesla picks LGES, not CATL, for $4.3 billion storage battery deal

The lithium iron phosphate cells will be made in Michigan.

Published on: July 30, 2025 | Source: Ars Technica favicon Ars Technica

Google's Pixel 10 may get magnetic Qi2 charging after all

Google's upcoming Pixel 10 may support wireless Qi2 charging natively (without a case), which would make it the first Pixel model and one of the few Android phones to do so. A new image from mega-leaker Evan Blass shows a Qi2 charger attached to the back of a naked Pixel 10 device, meaning it likely has the magnets required to support the fast-charging system. Rumors bubbled up last month that Google was working on a...

Published on: July 30, 2025 | Source: Engadget favicon Engadget

Soundcores Anker Life Q20 headphones have dropped to their lowest-ever price on Amazon

As of July 30, the black Soundcore Anker Life Q20 headphones are on sale at Amazon for $37.99, 37% off their list price of $59.99.

Published on: July 30, 2025 | Source: Mashable favicon Mashable

MTVs The Challenge: Vets and New Threats: Full cast, how to stream

'The Challenge: Vets and New Threats': How to watch

Published on: July 30, 2025 | Source: Mashable favicon Mashable

The Best Kindle of 2025: Paperwhite, Scribe, or Colorsoft?

Hereโ€™s how Amazonโ€™s ebook readers stack upโ€”and which one might be right for you.

Published on: July 30, 2025 | Source: Wired favicon Wired

9 Best Smartwatches (2025): Apple, Wear OS, Hybrid & Kids' Watches

These WIRED-tested wearables reduce your reliance on a phone while keeping you connected.

Published on: July 30, 2025 | Source: Wired favicon Wired

Legion Go S powered by SteamOS review: A purpose-built OS makes all the difference

Earlier this year, Lenovo released a more streamlined and potentially affordable take on its flagship gaming handheld in the Legion Go S. Unfortunately, the Windows 11 version came first, which wasnโ€™t the one we were most excited about. Now, the Legion Go S powered by SteamOS has arrived, and oh my, what a difference an operating system can make. Not only does this model feature a UI that's much better suited for a...

Published on: July 30, 2025 | Source: Engadget favicon Engadget

Sudan: Hunger-related deaths, cholera, extreme heat and storms creating desperate humanitarian situation

The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) raised the alarm on Wednesday over the rising toll of hunger, disease and displacement in various conflict-ridden parts of Sudan.Read the full story, โ€œSudan: Hunger-related deaths, cholera, extreme heat and storms creating desperate humanitarian situationโ€, on globalissues.org

Published on: July 30, 2025 | Source: Global Issues favicon Global Issues

How ZoeUnlimited went from accountant to YouTuber with over 3.4 million subscribers

Mashable caught up with ZoeUnlimited at VidCon 2025 to learn more about how she went from a career in finance and tech marketing to running a channel with over three million subscribers.

Published on: July 30, 2025 | Source: Mashable favicon Mashable

TikTok's Community Notes era starts today

TikTok users in the United States will soon see crowd-sourced fact checks appearing alongside videos on the platform. The app is beginning to roll out Footnotes, its version of Community Notes, the company announced. TikTok announced its plan to adopt the feature back in April and since then almost 80,000 users have been approved as contributors. Footnotes works similarly to Community Notes on X. Contributors can add a...

Published on: July 30, 2025 | Source: Engadget favicon Engadget

TikTok 'content check' tells creators if their videos will be blocked from For You pages

TikTok's "For You" recommendations have long been a source of mystery and fascination for creators on the platform. Even the most seasoned TikTok stars don't always understand why some videos go viral and some don't. And there's long been lots of speculation about the types of content that is and isn't acceptable to the app's recommendation algorithm. Now, the company is looking to give creators more transparency into...

Published on: July 30, 2025 | Source: Engadget favicon Engadget

TikTok gamifies mindfulness with 'well-being missions'

TikTokโ€™s latest answer to its addictiveness is gamified mindfulness tools. The appโ€™s new Well-being Missions let you earn badges for completing challenges related to balanced digital habits. To be clear, mindfulness and dopamine-seeking mini-games are a contradictory pair. But hey, at least itโ€™s healthier than doomscrolling. The first batch of TikTokโ€™s "short, engaging missions" focuses on the platformโ€™s existing...

Published on: July 30, 2025 | Source: Engadget favicon Engadget

What Your Nighttime Breathing Says About Your Health

Once dismissed as just snoring, sleep apnea is now emerging as an early warning sign for serious conditions like Alzheimerโ€™s, heart disease, and depression.

Published on: July 30, 2025 | Source: Wired favicon Wired