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It's May and it's getting warm (in the Northern Hemisphere). At a time like this, the Eta Aquarid meteor shower is a great excuse to look up at the night sky.This year's shower peaks close to the new moon — the opposite of a full moon — which is ideal. Dark skies mean better viewing conditions, which will come as a relief to anyone who tried to catch this show last year when a dazzling full moon filled the sky with light, making meteor viewing next to impossible. These conditions als

This Apple Watch Series 9 vs. SE face-off will obliterate all the questions you have about the popular smartwatches — well, that's the plan at least.I've always been a smartwatch skeptic. Whether it's the Google Pixel Watch, the Samsung Galaxy Watch, or the Apple Watch, all seemed superfluous for anyone who has a phone. When people tried to persuade me to join the smartwatch squad, they always brought up fitness as a use case, which has never been a priority for me — until now.After

Carrie-Anne Moss in The Acolyte. | Screenshot: Disney Disney’s newest Star Wars show, The Acolyte, is just a month away on Disney Plus, and the newest trailer for it hints that the show will pull on a thread that Rian Johnson’s Star Wars Episode VIII: The Last Jedi tugged on back in 2017: Is the Jedi order actually all that good?Set well before the events of the Star Wars prequel trilogy, The Acolyte sees High Republic-era Jedi master Sol (Lee Jung-jae) investigating a string of murd

SAVE UP TO 30%: May the 4th be with you with the best deals on Star Wars Lego sets at Amazon from just $34.99.It's Star Wars Day, an annual celebration of all the characters and epic stories from a galaxy far, far away. This May the 4th there are deals on everything from phones cases to games and movies to Legos. But some of our favorite deals are going fast.As of May 4, Amazon has lightning deals on Star Wars Lego sets honoring iconic characters and fighter ships from the films for up to 30% of

A new study has found that Gen Z may value AI and authenticity on social media differently than older generations. Analytics firm Sprout Social's 2024 Influencer Marketing Report gathered feedback from 2,000 respondents across the US and UK about their experience consuming social content.SEE ALSO:Gen Z is apparently reviving the Facebook 'Poke'
Even as governments grapple with the regulation and roll out of AI, survey respondents were evenly split in their feelings about a brand working with an

Photo by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge The latest version of ChromeOS (M124) is out with a couple of nice upgrades, including faster split screen setup and a new web traffic prioritization feature. The update brings other updates with it as well, like a settings UI refresh and updated gesture controls.
Judging from screenshots published by 9to5Google, the new “Faster Split Screen Setup” feature will be familiar to Windows users. After you snap an app to one side of the screen, p

Take your pick of Amazon Fire TV Sticks for easy, fast streaming, all of which are back down to their Amazon Big Spring Sale prices.OverviewBest 4K streaming dealAmazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max$39.99($20)Get DealBest deal for most peopleAmazon Fire TV Stick 4K$29.99($20)Get DealBest budget dealAmazon Fire TV Stick Lite$19.99($10)Get Deal
At the end of a long day, you just want to sit on the couch and watch your favorite movies and shows in peace. You don't want to suffer through endless buffering an

Screenshot: Amazon Prime Video When we last left The Boys, Homelander’s (Anthony Starr) political dabbling was humming along and Billy Butcher (Karl Urban) had a terminal illness. Two years and a new spin-off later, Homelander’s supercharging of a presidential campaign continues to be a dark mirror of the US political climate and Butcher looks to desperately reckon with his diagnosis.
The official trailer sees Butcher considering something very much like the X-Men legacy virus &mdash

UPDATE: May. 4, 2024, 10:00 a.m. EDT This story has been updated with additional Star Wars Day deals and new releases.Best Star Wars Day deals at a glance:For movie marathoners"Star Wars" moviesStarting at $3.99 in the Microsoft StoreGet DealsFor LEGO mastersLEGO Star Wars TIE Interceptor$229.99 in the LEGO Store(LEGO Insiders exclusive until May 4)Shop NowFor gamers"Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order" (Xbox)$3.99 in the Microsoft Store(save $36)Get DealFor collectors"Your Side of the Fourth" eventSt

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

Know just how steep that hill is before you go. | Screenshot: Komoot Getting into cycling in my late thirties has been humbling.I’m responsible for my own medical costs, which really makes me consider things differently than when I was a kid tearing through the neighborhood park on a twelve-speed Huffy. I’ve also discovered you can spend infinite money on bike stuff if you have the resources, which I do not.
Most of all, I’ve learned that knowing how to get from point A to poin

Image: Samar Haddad / The Verge Apple Notes is one of those apps you can turn to on a daily basis without ever really making full use of all the different features and functions it’s got to offer. That’s where this particular guide comes in. The idea is to point you to some of the lesser known but very useful tricks that Apple Notes can do.I’m going to focus on the mobile app, but you’ll find most of these tips apply to the desktop version of Apple Notes on macOS as well.

May the Fourth be filled with awesome deals on games, toys, and collectibles. | Image: Star Wars Peruse these awesome deals on Star Wars stuff, you must, because today is May the Fourth. Fans of Lucasfilm’s iconic franchise have long celebrated this day as a kind of borderline-religious holiday of sorts, one that recognizes an ever-growing franchise that has been adapted for almost every type of media — and product — you can think of.Since its debut in ‘77, Star Wars lore

The tiny Flextail pump inflated this city bike tire in 45 seconds. | Photo by Thomas Ricker / The Verge Social media’s algorithms know that I ride a bike almost every day. My quiver includes a city bike, mountain bike, and gravel bike, in addition to one or two e-bikes I’m always in the process of reviewing. I’m also the family mechanic, which makes me responsible for no less than 16 to 18 tires that I must keep inflated. So, you’d better believe I took notice when Instag

If someone had told NASA a decade ago that SpaceX would build a new ride for astronauts to get to the International Space Station before Boeing, the space agency might have laughed that person out of the room. NASA contracted both companies in 2014 to make spaceships. SpaceX, considered a startup at the time, not only got its passenger spaceship to the finish line first, it has carried 50 people to orbit, while Boeing has continued toiling with Starliner, the company's competing project tha

TL;DR: Through May 5, get more accomplished with this Microsoft bundle featuring Office, Project, Visio, and Windows 11 Pro, on sale for $79.97.Technology is an ever-evolving beast, and we must keep up with the changes to avoid falling behind. This Microsoft bundle has the latest programs and a modern operating system that will help you increase your overall productivity.The 2019 Microsoft Bundle includes Office, Project, Visio, and Windows 11 Pro. Through May 5, you can score this package on sa

Whether it's an expertly curated soundtrack or a meticulously composed score, music for film and television plays a huge part in how we experience what we watch. But enjoying the work of music supervisors and composers doesn’t have to end when the credits roll. It can also double as a pulse-pounding playlist for a workout. If you love mixing up the music that fuels your fitness, songs from these movies and TV shows will give you more options for the next time you're ready to sweat. Ra

In this new dating era, hookup apps are on just about every single person's smartphone — and for good reason. You watch TV on demand (thank you, Netflix) and your food can be ordered and delivered while you sit on the couch (hello DoorDash), so why would finding a potential hookup partner be any different?What is hookup culture?The phrase "hookup culture" refers to casual sex or uncommitted sexual encounters — you know, good old-fashioned consensual sex just for the sake of

To be human is to be lonely at some point in life, but there's an important caveat: We typically think of isolation and loneliness as an adult or teen mental health experience, not one that happens to young children. Yet a new nationally representative survey of 1,000 girls commissioned by the Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA) offers striking evidence to the contrary.In the survey, nearly two-thirds of the youngest girls, aged 5 to 7, reported feelings of loneliness. This percentage ticked up with

TL;DR: Through May 5, this Learn to Code course bundle is on sale for just $39.97, so you can become well-versed in coding.In the rapidly evolving world of tech, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and conversational models like ChatGPT are busy transforming industries, from technology to healthcare. Understanding and leveraging these technologies can lead to career opportunities. This Learn to Code online learning bundle is designed to equip you with the skills needed to excel in the tech field. And i

TL;DR: Stream Game 1 of Denver Nuggets vs. Minnesota Timberwolves in the NBA playoffs for free on Ran.de. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.The NBA playoffs are in a constant state of flux. The power balance is always shifting, as teams slowly show their true colours when it matters most. The Denver Nuggets and Minnesota Timberwolves strolled through their first-round matchups, firmly positioning themselves as favorites for the Western Conference, if

SAVE $20.03: Through May 5, delight in small wonders with a portable handheld pocket LCD microscope with a 4-inch screen on sale for $79.97, down from its regular price of $100. That's 20% off.Opens in a new windowCredit: MesayPortable Handheld Pocket LCD Microscope with 4" Screen$79.97 at the Mashable Shop $100.00 Save $20.03Get DealOur lives move very fast, and it can be difficult to remember to slow down and enjoy the world around you. Take a closer look at the tiny wonders happening right in

TL;DR: Through May 5, get lifetime access to LazyApply Job Application Basic on sale for $59.97 (reg. $149).In today's super competitive job market, securing a job requires not only the right skills and qualifications but also an efficient approach to applying. The LazyApply Job Application Basic offers a lifetime license for only $59.97 (reg. $149), providing an invaluable tool for job seekers looking to streamline their search and maximize opportunities.LazyApply Job Application is an automate

TL;DR: Lifetime access to Consultio Pro is on sale for £23.90, saving you 84% on list price.So, you’ve decided to start your own business, but where do you go from there? The Consultio Pro software gives you access to 50+ AI experts who can help you make informed decisions every step of the way. Take advantage of knowledge from a diverse collective of AI experts in event planning, social media, marketing, fitness, and more. When you have second thoughts, this program makes it feel li

This content originally appeared on Mashable for a US audience and has been adapted for the UK audience.Dating is a competitive game, and you should do everything you can to give yourself a chance of success. Looking your best and smelling fresh is a good place to start, but nothing shortens your odds of success like signing up to a dating site. The problem with this tactic is that there are just so many dating sites out there to consider, each with a different set of features that will suit som

TL;DR: Live stream Iga Swiatek vs. Aryna Sabalenka in the 2024 Madrid Open final for free on RTVE. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.The Madrid Open has delivered big moments between big players, which is all you can really ask for from a top tournament. And the women's singles final is bringing together two of the best players in the world right now, with Iga Swiatek and Aryna Sabalenka set to battle it out for the trophy.If you want to watch Iga Swi

TL;DR: Stream Sassuolo vs. Inter Milan in La Liga for free on ITVX. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.Inter Milan secured the Serie A title in style by beating their rivals AC Milan, but that hasn't stopped the champions from showing their class. They followed up that important win with another three points against Torino, giving them a 19 point lead over second place. They have been truly dominant this season, and you would expect them to comfortably

TL;DR: Watch Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs. Gujarat Titans in the IPL for free on JioCinema. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.The IPL is off to yet another exhilarating start and fans have been tuning in from all over the world to catch one of the biggest cricket events of the year.With just shy of a month until the end of the season, there's still plenty of opportunity to watch some of the biggest names in cricket head to the field. The next fixtur

TL;DR: Stream Leinster vs. Northampton in the Champions Cup for free on RTÉ Player. Access this free streaming service from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.Only four teams are left to compete for one of the biggest prizes in club rugby, the Champions Cup. The first of two semi finals will be contested by two extremely strong sides both competing at the top of their respective leagues. We can't pick a favourite, but maybe Leinster's home advantage will make the difference as they fac

TL;DR: Stream Girona vs. Barcelona in La Liga for free on ITVX. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.It hasn't been a disaster of a season for Barcelona, but things haven't quite worked out how they would have liked. It has been a year where they often looked likely to gain success, but have fallen short when it mattered most. Girona on the other hand have had a year to remember, and only find themselves two points behind Barcelona as the sides meet this

Illustration: The Verge The fate of Google’s search business is now in the hands of Judge Amit Mehta, as closing arguments concluded in the landmark trial on Friday.
The Department of Justice and plaintiff states made their last arguments Thursday on Google’s alleged anticompetitive conduct in the general search market, and on Friday focused on its allegedly illegal conduct in search advertising. Google was also under fire (separately) for failing to retain chat messages that the DOJ

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 May 4's Connections solution. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep

The Verge Microsoft’s latest Windows Insider blog posts say that when it comes to testing new Copilot features in Windows 11, “We have decided to pause the rollouts of these experiences to further refine them based on user feedback.” For people who already have the feature, “Copilot in Windows will continue to work as expected while we continue to evolve new ideas with Windows Insiders.”Microsoft is holding an AI event on May 20th which would be a good time to show

Illustration: The Verge Google has had a longstanding ban on sexually explicit ads — but until now, the company hasn’t banned advertisers from promoting services that people can use to make deepfake porn and other forms of generated nudes. That’s about to change.Google currently prohibits advertisers from promoting “sexually explicit content,” which Google defines as “text, image, audio, or video of graphic sexual acts intended to arouse.” The new policy

I wouldn’t call portable in the traditional sense, but it sure as hell beats lugging a 65-inch OLED around. | Photo by Chris Welch / The Verge As my colleague Chris Welch pointed out in his review of the LG StanbyME Go, there’s something refreshing about a TV that takes a chance on a less familiar concept, especially at a time when beastly OLED panels and art-inspired TVs seem to dominate the landscape. And now, thanks to a $200 discount, you can pick up LG’s suitcase TV at Ama