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Zoom restores service after an hours-long outage

Zoom says its platform is back online after suffering an outage for much of Wednesday afternoon. “Service has now been restored after the earlier outage, and we sincerely appreciate your patience and understanding,” Zoom said in a post on X at around 2 p.m. Pacific. The trouble began around 11:40 a.m., according to The Verge, […]

Published on: April 16, 2025 | Source: TechCrunch favicon TechCrunch

No plans to allow any aid into Gaza, says Israeli minister

Israel Katz says blocking aid is ‘one of the main pressure levers’ on Hamas while military announces it has turned 30% of Gaza into buffer zoneIsrael has said it will keep blocking humanitarian aid from entering Gaza, as it vowed to force Hamas into releasing the remaining hostages from the 7 October attacks.Aid supplies including food, fuel, water and medicine have been blocked by Israel from entering Gaza since 2...

Published on: April 16, 2025 | Source: The Guardian World News favicon The Guardian World News

How to Watch Fortnite's Big Star Wars Celebration Live Stream

Will there be a full Star Wars-themed season of Fortnite? We'll be watching this livestream with great interest.

Published on: April 16, 2025 | Source: CNET favicon CNET

Walmart knocks the price of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra to below $1,000

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra, which features a 14.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X touchscreen, is on sale from Walmart with a $144 discount.

Published on: April 16, 2025 | Source: Digital Trends favicon Digital Trends

This Is Probably Why Sam Altman Wants To Build an OpenAI Social Media App

It's not because the world really needs another social media platform.

Published on: April 16, 2025 | Source: CNET favicon CNET

Trump press secretary attacks Maryland senator for traveling to El Salvador – live

US senator Chris Van Hollen traveled to see his wrongly deported constituent; Karoline Leavitt says ‘Kilmar Ábrego García will never live in the US again’US senator says El Salvador denied request to meet Kilmar Ábrego GarcíaUS attorney general Pam Bondi on Wednesday unveiled legal action against Maine, in an escalation of Donald Trump’s conflict with the state for refusing to ban transgender athletes from...

Published on: April 16, 2025 | Source: The Guardian World News favicon The Guardian World News

Scientists hail ‘strongest evidence’ so far for life beyond our solar system

Astrophysics team say observation of chemical compounds may be ‘tipping point’ in search for extraterrestrial lifeA giant planet 124 light years from Earth has yielded the strongest evidence yet that extraterrestrial life may be thriving beyond our solar system, astronomers claim.Observations by the James Webb space telescope of a planet called K2-18 b appear to reveal the chemical fingerprints of two compounds that,...

Published on: April 16, 2025 | Source: The Guardian World News favicon The Guardian World News

ECOSOC Forum Highlights the Importance of Educational and Economic Empowerment for Youth

UNITED NATIONS, Apr 16 (IPS) - This year, the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) Youth Forum’s theme is “Youth at the Forefront: Leveraging Science and Social Inclusion for Sustainable Development”, bringing together government representatives, young leaders and policymakers among other relevant stakeholders, to deliberate over youth involvement in the ongoing efforts to implement the 2030 Sustainable Development...

Published on: April 16, 2025 | Source: Global Issues favicon Global Issues

What is HDMI 2.2? Everything you need to know

HDMI 2.2 was officially announced at CES 2025, but we may not see new cables until later this year, and supporting devices until 2026 or beyond.

Published on: April 16, 2025 | Source: Digital Trends favicon Digital Trends

Today's NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for April 16, #675

Here are the hints and answers for Connections for April 16, #675. Plus: We explain that tricky Latin dance category.

Published on: April 16, 2025 | Source: CNET favicon CNET

Doge tried to embed staffers in criminal justice non-profit, says group

Vera, an independent organization, says Musk’s team demanded meeting as administration expands targetsStaff at Elon Musk’s so-called “department of government efficiency” (Doge) demanded to meet with an independent non-profit to discuss embedding a team within their organization, according to the non-profit, stating that refusal to take the meeting would mean a violation of Donald Trump’s executive order empowering...

Published on: April 16, 2025 | Source: The Guardian World News favicon The Guardian World News

Gemini Live’s screensharing feature is now free for Android users

Gemini Live’s feature that lets it see and respond to what’s on your camera and your screen will now be free for all Android users via the Gemini app, Google announced today. The AI-powered feature officially launched earlier this month for everyone on Pixel 9 and Samsung Galaxy S25 using the Gemini app. At the […]

Published on: April 16, 2025 | Source: The Verge favicon The Verge

Trump administration reportedly considers a US DeepSeek ban

The Trump administration is considering new restrictions on the Chinese AI lab DeepSeek that would limit it from buying Nvidia’s AI chips, and potentially bar Americans from accessing its AI services, The New York Times reported on Wednesday. The restrictions are part of the Trump administration’s effort to compete with China on AI. Months after […]

Published on: April 16, 2025 | Source: TechCrunch favicon TechCrunch

OpenAI releases new simulated reasoning models with full tool access

New o3 model appears "near-genius level," according to one doctor, but it still makes mistakes.

Published on: April 16, 2025 | Source: Ars Technica favicon Ars Technica

You'll Be Able to Buy Games and More From the Xbox Mobile App Soon

Game Pass Ultimate subscribers can also stream some games they own to their Xbox consoles.

Published on: April 16, 2025 | Source: CNET favicon CNET

Marco Rubio Kills State Department Anti-Propaganda Shop, Promises ‘Twitter Files’ Sequel

With the Global Engagement Center shut down, the State Department is now set to investigate whether past US efforts against foreign propaganda amounted to censorship of Americans.

Published on: April 16, 2025 | Source: Wired favicon Wired

This limited time AirPods Max deal slashes $70 off the price

The Apple AirPods Max are discounted to $480 at Best Buy today. Treat yourself to excellent sound quality and some of the best noise-canceling in the business.

Published on: April 16, 2025 | Source: Digital Trends favicon Digital Trends

Americans Lost $470 Million to Text Scams in 2024. Here's How to Protect Yourself

Your phone is probably full of sketchy texts. Here's a breakdown of the most common schemes and how to avoid getting scammed.

Published on: April 16, 2025 | Source: CNET favicon CNET

Michelle Trachtenberg died of diabetes complications, says medical examiner

Known for roles on Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Gossip Girl, the actor was found dead in FebruaryMichelle Trachtenberg, a popular TV actor, died of complications from diabetes, according to the New York City medical examiner’s office.Trachtenberg, 39, was found dead in February and had recently received a liver transplant, according to NBC News, but the cause of her death had been unclear at the time. Continue...

Published on: April 16, 2025 | Source: The Guardian World News favicon The Guardian World News

If you have to watch one Peacock movie this April 2025, stream this one

This Peacock movie was wildly underrated when it came out, and deserves way more attention than it got in 2019.

Published on: April 16, 2025 | Source: Digital Trends favicon Digital Trends

Google Is Sunsetting Country-Specific Search Domains

Google says it will still provide local search results while redirecting its country-level domains to google.com.

Published on: April 16, 2025 | Source: CNET favicon CNET

Microsoft Copilot can now ‘see’ what’s on your screen in Edge

Copilot Vision, Microsoft’s AI assistant feature that can interpret what’s on your screen and help you use apps, is now available for free use within the Edge browser, Mustafa Suleyman, CEO of Microsoft AI, announced on Bluesky today. Vision is a “talk-based experience,” as Microsoft calls it, meaning you use it by speaking into the […]

Published on: April 16, 2025 | Source: The Verge favicon The Verge

How to watch The Brutalist: See the Oscar-winning film at home

Find out how to watch 'The Brutalist' at home, including the official streaming date and the best Max streaming deals.

Published on: April 16, 2025 | Source: Mashable favicon Mashable

Former CISA director Chris Krebs vows to fight back against Trump-ordered federal investigation

The former cybersecurity chief is the latest to push back on the Trump administration's targeting of critics and dissenters.

Published on: April 16, 2025 | Source: TechCrunch favicon TechCrunch

Gayle King Defends Recent All-Female Blue Origin Flight After Critics' Jabs

The celebrity passengers landed safely, but Jeff Bezos nearly face-planted, and Wendy's tweeted jokes at Perry.

Published on: April 16, 2025 | Source: CNET favicon CNET

Get the Dell Inspiron 16 Plus laptop with 16GB of RAM for only $600

The Dell Inspiron 16 Plus with the 13th-generation Intel Core i7 processor and 16GB of RAM is on sale from Dell for only $600 following a $400 discount.

Published on: April 16, 2025 | Source: Digital Trends favicon Digital Trends

Tariffs Are Doing Strange Things to Mortgage Rates. What Homebuyers Need to Know

Housing experts are bracing for another spike in mortgage interest rates.

Published on: April 16, 2025 | Source: CNET favicon CNET

Why are two Texas senators trying to wrest a Space Shuttle from the Smithsonian?

This seems like a smart use of taxpayer money.

Published on: April 16, 2025 | Source: Ars Technica favicon Ars Technica

Aurora Borealis Might Be Visible in the Far North Skies Tonight

There's a chance for G4 (severe)geomagnetic storm tonight, NOAA space weather forecaster Shawn Dahl tells CNET.

Published on: April 16, 2025 | Source: CNET favicon CNET

DOGE Cuts Pull AmeriCorps Volunteers Off of Disaster Relief Jobs

Workers for the National Civilian Community Corps were sent home due to “new operational parameters.” The program’s long-term fate is unclear.

Published on: April 16, 2025 | Source: Wired favicon Wired

Don't Forget Grandma: She Deserves a Great Mother's Day Gift, Too

Throw a little love your grandmother's way on Mother's Day with these thoughtful gifts.

Published on: April 16, 2025 | Source: CNET favicon CNET

Download iOS 18.4.1 Now to Fix These Vulnerabilities

Apple said these vulnerabilities may've been exploited in sophisticated attacks.

Published on: April 16, 2025 | Source: CNET favicon CNET

American Airlines will provide inflight Wi-Fi for free starting next year

American Airlines has announced plans to finally offer free Wi-Fi on flights. The company said that its AT&T-sponsored program will start offering free, high-speed Wi-Fi "across more than 2 million American flights per year" in January 2026. To be able to access free Wi-Fi you'll have to be a member of American's AAdvantage loyalty program, but once you're signed up, all you'll need to do is log in to access the...

Published on: April 16, 2025 | Source: Engadget favicon Engadget

OpenAI’s latest AI models have a new safeguard to prevent biorisks

OpenAI says that it deployed a new system to monitor its latest AI reasoning models, o3 and o4-mini, for prompts related to biological and chemical threats. The system aims to prevent the models from offering advice that could instruct someone on carrying out potentially harmful attacks, according to OpenAI’s safety report. O3 and o4-mini represent […]

Published on: April 16, 2025 | Source: TechCrunch favicon TechCrunch

Zoom is back up after outages this afternoon

Zoom went down for many of its users this afternoon. People began experiencing issues with video conferencing service over the past few hours, peaking at more than 60,000 reports on DownDetector. Zoom shared an update acknowledging the problems and posted on X that "a restore is underway." Around 5PM ET, the company stated that normal service has resumed. On the down side, people may have been unable to connect to...

Published on: April 16, 2025 | Source: Engadget favicon Engadget