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A charging station outside of a Toyota Store in Blauvelt, New York, on February 5th, 2024. | Image: Kena Betancur / VIEWpress / Getty President Biden’s administration plans to pull back on strict new Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rules that would have forced US automakers to turn EVs into their main business by 2032. That’s according to The New York Times, which wrote yesterday that industry players had moved the administration to give them more time to bring down EV costs, a

Who would win in a fight: reggae icon Bob Marley, or one of Marvel's many superpowered Spider-people? In hand-to-hand combat, Marley's musical stylings are likely no match for good old-fashioned web-slinging. But when it comes to this weekend's box office, Marley biopic Bob Marley: One Love trumps all — including Sony's Madame Web.SEE ALSO:'Madame Web' review: Is it at least better than 'Morbius?'
The strange showdown is a result of both films opening on Valentine's Day, with the potential

Image: The Verge A Sunday morning report from the Financial Times says the€500 million (about $539 million USD)fine comes after regulators investigated a Spotify complaint that Apple policies prevent iPhone apps from telling users about cheaper alternatives to Apple’s music service.The issue comes down to Apple’s efforts to keep apps and users corraled inside its App Store payments system. Spotify complained in 2019 that Apple’s policies muted competition against Apple Mus

Image: The Verge Apple will reportedly have to pay around €500 million (about $539 million USD) in the EU for stifling competition against Apple Music on the iPhone. Financial Times reported this morning that the fine comes after regulators in Brussels, Belgium investigated a Spotify complaint that Apple prevented apps from telling users about cheaper alternatives to Apple’s music service.The issue comes down to Apple’s efforts to keep apps and users corraled inside its App Stor

The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times' revered daily crossword. While the crossword is a lengthier experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, The Mini is an entirely different vibe.With only a handful of clues to answer, the daily puzzle doubles as a speed-running test for many who play it.So, when a tricky clue disrupts a player's flow, it can be frustrating! If you find yourself stumped playing The Mini — much like with Wordle and Connections &mdas

Every year, the TV world is a double-edged sword. Yes, we get many new shows to get excited about. But we also lose beloved shows and underrated gems to cancellations. 2024 is no different.2024's cancellations so far have been brutal. The loss of Our Flag Means Death prompted fan mourning and collective action to save the show, including taking out a billboard in Times Square. The '70s-set comedy Minx got axed by Starz, its second cancellation after Max canceled it in 2022. And the loss of Schmi

With the flip of a switch, the snowmobile springs to life. The electric motor beneath my seat engages, launching me at lightning speed through the fresh white powder ahead. Soon I am gliding across a frozen lake in Swedish Lapland like a speedboat on water.  Mindful not to get carried away, I loop back toward the starting point, engaging the brakes just before the treeline. The sled skids to a halt. The hum of its batteries instantly replaced by the eery quiet of the Arctic.    &

Illustration: William Joel / The Verge Hi, friends! Welcome to Installer No. 26, your guide to the best and Verge-iest stuff in the world. (If you’re new here, welcome. So psyched you found us, and also you can read all the old editions at the Installer homepage.)This week, I’ve been playing with the redesigned You.com for AI research, trying out the Phanpy Mastodon client, getting back into Zombies, Run after reading Vee Song’s great story about Fantasy Hike, and reading the n

Solar eclipse experts recommend picking up your eclipse glasses now — before it's too late.These relatively cheap, specialized viewers — which allow you to safely view the sun — are essential for watching the much-anticipated celestial event on April 8, 2024 as the moon gradually blocks our star. Only during some three to four minutes of totality, when the moon has completely blocked the sun, can you watch the total solar eclipse event without these glasses.But, crucially, you'

TL;DR: As of February 18, get this refurbished 2015 Apple MacBook Air for only $389 — you'll save 26%.If your current laptop is starting to lag or underperform, it’s usually a telltale sign that it’s time for an upgrade. This refurbished 2015 Apple MacBook Air has a lightning-fast 1.6GHz Intel Core i5 processor to help get your productivity back up to speed. For Presidents' Day, you can get a great deal on this new-to-you MacBook Air for only $388.99, whether you're a stud

TL;DR: As of February 18, get iProVPN for life for $29.97 — that's $10 off.If you're iffy about your online privacy and want to minimize your digital crumbs as much as possible, a VPN like this one has got you covered.Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars on TrustPilot, this VPN offers a slate of privacy and security features to help keep you secure on the internet, as long as you're connected. Through February 19, you can grab a lifetime subscription for an extra $10 off for Presidents' Day.iProVPN ha

TL;DR: As of February 18, Get this Apple Watch power band with MagSafe charger for only $39.99 — you'll save 20%.There’s nothing more annoying than when you go to track your workout only to find your Apple Watch has died. This power band has a built-in MagSafe charger to keep your watch battery alive. Rest assured, this watch band can help keep you connected to your messages, emails, and music so you don’t miss a beat. Through February 19, you can get the PowerBand on sale for

TL;DR: As of February 18, get Windows 11 Pro for only $22.97 — that's a savings of 88%.Upgrading your operating system is a great way to give an older device some of the functionality of a newer machine. Buying a whole new computer is a pretty big investment, but upgrading the OS could add new features in security and basic functionality, and even expand the games you can play. Still, upgrading the OS usually isn't cheap, but for Presidents' Day, you can get Windows 11 Pro for just $2

TL;DR: As of February 18, get a One-year renewable Sam's Club membership for only $25 — that's 50% off.There are perks to buying wholesale. Typically, this means you can access lower prices and have to shop less often. One way to make that situation work for you and your household is with a Sam's Club membership. And for a limited time, a one-year membership with auto-renew is just $25.If you are among the many looking to stay on budget without sacrificing quality, this could be an offer t

Oh hey there! If you're here, it must be time for Wordle. As always, we're serving up our daily hints and tips to help you figure out today's answer.If you just want to be told today's word, you can jump to the bottom of this article for Feb. 18's Wordle solution revealed. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.Where did Wordle come from?Originally created by engineer Josh Wardle as a gift for his partner, Wordle rapidly spread to b

Connections is the latest New York Times word game that's captured the public's attention. The game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle, Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over the hurdle.If you just want to be told today's puzzle, you can jump to the end of this article for February 18's Connections solution. But if you'd rather solve it yourself,