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There’s a bit of a theme of payoff in this week’s trailers. Anthony Mackie finally takes the lead on the big screen after 10 years in the MCU; Ridley Scott’s two-decade-plus plan for a Gladiator sequel is coming to fruition; and we finally get to find out what happens next to the macrodata refinement team in Severance.There’s a lot to go through this week, from big-budget tentpole movies to whimsical TV, so let’s get down to it, starting, naturally, with the MCU.
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Meta has given Presidential nominee Donald Trump free reign of his Facebook and Instagram accounts, as the tech giant reset the candidate's page restrictions in favor of an equal digital playing field ahead of the November election.Following a two-year suspension of his accounts in 2021, spurred by his role in the Jan. 6 Capitol insurrection attempt, Trump's accounts were reinstated on a provisional basis. Meta warned that even the smallest policy violation could result in a long-term ban. Trump

The U.S. Senate has unveiled yet another AI protections bill among a series of similar initiatives, this time aimed at safeguarding the work of artists and other creatives. Introduced as the Content Origin Protection and Integrity from Edited and Deepfaked Media Act (COPIED Act), the new legislation would require more precise authentication of digital content and make the removal or tampering of watermarks illegal, the Verge reported, under new AI standards developed by National Institute of Sta

SAVE $85: As of July 13, Prime members can grab the Amazon Echo Buds (2nd Gen) with Active Noise Cancellation and a wired charging case for just $34.99, down from $119.99. That's 71% off, and a new all-time low price.Opens in a new windowCredit: AmazonAmazon Echo Buds (2nd Gen) with Active Noise Cancellation$34.99 at Amazon $119.99 Save $85.00with wired charging caseGet DealWe're just three days away from Prime Day 2024, and Amazon has already rolled out hundreds of worthy early deals. It's an e

Researchers are exploring the existential implications of generative AI, including whether or not the advancing technology will actually make humans more creatively capable — or narrow our views.The new study, published in Science Advances by two University College London and University of Exeter researchers, tested hundreds of short stories created solely by humans against those created with the creative help of ChatGPT's generative AI. One group of writers had access solely to their own

UPDATE: Jul. 13, 2024, 10:45 a.m. EDT This story has been refreshed with new early Prime Day deals on Echo devices and a new MacBook markdown.The best early Prime Day deals at a glance:Best Apple deal2023 MacBook Pro (M3, 18GB RAM, 512GB SSD)$1,999 at Amazon(save $500)Get DealBest Echo dealAmazon Echo Spot$44.99 at Amazon(save $35 with Prime)Get DealBest TV dealTCL 65-inch Q6 QLED 4K TV$398 at Amazon(save $301.99)Get DealBest tablet dealSamsung Galaxy Tab S9 (128GB)$646.51 at Amazon(save $153.4

The Kobo Elipsa 2E lets you actually take notes directly on pages, which is one of the reasons I recommend it over the Kindle Scribe. | Image: Kobo We’re already seeing great deals land on Amazon devices like the Kindle Scribe ahead of Prime Day next week, which makes sense as it’s an Amazon event. It’s possible we’ll see even more Kindle deals arrive soon, but it’s less certain what kind of discounts — if any — we’ll see on e-readers from rivals l

UPDATE: Jul. 14, 2024, 5:00 a.m. EDT This article has been updated with the lastest information regarding Prime Day 2024.Amazon Prime Day is officially back for the tenth year running.Amazon recently confirmed that the savings event will take place on July 16 and 17 in 2024, and early deals are already live. In the weeks leading up to the main event, Amazon devices and back-to-school gadgets have seen discounts of up to 70% — and that's just the warm-up.The event is for Prime members only

A quick look at the best summer deals at Best BuyBest TV dealToshiba 75-inch C350 4K Fire TV$449.99(save $200)Get DealBest Apple deal5th gen Apple iPad Air, 10.9-inch (M1, 64GB, WiFi)$399.99(save $200)Get DealBest laptop dealAsus Vivobook Pro QLED, 16-inch (Intel 13 Gen i9, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD)$1,399.99(save $600)Get DealBest headphones dealJBL Tune Buds$59.99(save $40)Get DealBest Dyson DealDyson V15 Detect Extra Cordless Vacuum$649.99 at Best Buy(save $150)Get DealUPDATE: Jul. 13, 2024, 10:30 a.

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

Image: The Verge Valve is a famously secretive company with an enormous influence on the gaming industry, particularly because it runs the massive PC gaming storefront Steam. But despite that influence, Valve isn’t a large organization on par with EA or Riot Games’ thousands of employees: according to leaked data we’ve seen, as of 2021, Valve employed just 336 staffers.
The data was included as part of an otherwise heavily redacted document from Wolfire’s antitrust lawsui

Smartwatches and activity trackers are a dime a dozen these days, but there are a few brands that stand out. Apple Watch has cultivated a stellar reputation in the smartwatch category — and the upcoming Series 10 is rumored to come with some cool new upgrades — while brands like Fitbit have dominated the fitness tracking space. Since Google acquired Fitbit back in 2019, competition between the two brands has been fierce, especially now that the Google Pixel Watches utilize Fitbit&rsq

When NASA's Hubble Space Telescope observed an odd couple of galaxies about a decade ago, they looked like a penguin and egg, with plenty of breathing room between them. But in the James Webb Space Telescope's infrared vision, the two suddenly appear joined in space. What looked like a reddish-brown back vein running down the Penguin's body in the Hubble image suddenly faded in Webb's view — but also extended like an arch connecting to the Egg, pictured as the glowing light on the lef

There's definitely something to be said for the crisp handheld control of a powerful cordless Dyson. But if you're not one to classify cleaning as cathartic, why not outsource that tedious task to one of the best robot vacuums?The Mashable shopping team has put dozens of robot vacuum cleaners to the test in our own homes, and now we're here to help you find the right bot for yours.Are Roombas the best robot vacuums?Though Roombas are really good robot vacuums, they aren't the only good robot vac

Online dating as a lesbian can be a joyous experience. Unfortunately, it can also involve having your space invaded by straight people, or seeing your ex-girlfriends (and your ex-girlfriends' ex-girlfriends) show up in your feed over and over.Back in 2020, the heteronormative weirdness on the apps got so alienating that many lesbians turned to TikTok as a means of meeting other single lesbians (and it worked). Unfortunately, it's just not realistic to expect a social media app to work like a dat

Your phone may come with a built-in speaker, but it's almost always worth it to invest in a Bluetooth speaker.Even if you're on a tight budget, buying a Bluetooth speaker significantly ups the quality of your listening experience, whether you're hosting a party or listening to a podcast while cooking dinner. And with Amazon Prime Day just around the corner, your odds of grabbing a good deal on a Bluetooth speaker are much higher.SEE ALSO:It's official: Best Buy's Black Friday in July sale is dur

Just like the continuous stream of new Kindle models, Amazon has an ever-growing list of Echo devices — the Echo Dot, Echo Show, and now the brand new Echo Spot alarm clock. Many of these devices also have multiple generations, and it's a lot to keep straight. So, we're here to help pull you out of that Echo chamber and find the best Echo devices for your smart home.With Prime Day 2024 running July 16 and 17, now is the time to buy a new Echo device on sale. As of this writing, the en

TL;DR: Watch Canada vs. Uruguay in the 2024 Copa America third-place playoff for free on Sportitalia. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.Nobody really wants to be involved in a third-place playoff. Both sides would have done anything to be competing for the 2024 Copa America trophy, but it wasn't to be for Canada and Uruguay. Instead, both sides need to pull themselves together and give the fans something to cheer about one last time.Canada entered the

Two NASA astronauts who flew the new spaceship Starliner in June have had an unexpected extended stay in space.While sensational headlines have referred to the test pilots as "stuck" or "stranded," Boeing — the company that built the capsule — has assured the public that the crew are not in any danger and don't need rescuing. The astronauts don't seem too fazed, either. "We are having a great time here on ISS," one said during the duo's first teleconference from the Interna

TL;DR: Through July 21, you can get two 4K drones — the Ninja Dragon Phantom Eagle PRO and Blade K — for just $159.97.Opens in a new windowCredit: OnetifyNinja Dragon Phantom Eagle PRO 4K with Blade K Drone Bundle$159.97 at The Mashable Shop $299.99 Save $140.02Get DealMaybe you're looking for a new hobby this summer, and maybe you want to combine two of your favorite things: photography and being outdoors. One way to do that is by flying a drone. But what's better than one drone? Tw

TL;DR: Start your self-improvement journey with helpful nonfiction summaries from Headway Premium. Lifetime access is on sale for $59.99 with promo code HEADWAY until July 21.When you start feeling the dread build up as you continue to scroll through social media posts and depressing news, you may begin to wonder if there's something more useful you could be looking at instead. Maybe you've been thinking about ways to improve your communication skills, or how to relax — which we could prob

TL;DR: Start speaking a foreign language with help from a lifetime subscription to Babbel Language Learning app on sale for $139.97 (reg. $599) through July 17.Opens in a new windowCredit: BabbelBabbel Language Learning: Lifetime Subscription (All Languages)$139.97 at The Mashable Shop $599.00 Save $459.03Get DealGoing somewhere cool this summer? If you're traveling overseas, you may want to start learning the language of your destination. But the thought of going back to school might send a shi

The bottom line is that Apple Watch Ultra 1 is a very capable device, with Apple hitting all the right spots from the get go: It's rugged, durable, has great battery life, and is great for serious sporting activities, be it diving, snorkeling, hiking, or running. The Apple Watch Ultra 2 is, in many ways, identical to the original. It looks exactly the same, has a very similar (albeit brighter) display, very similar battery life, and pretty much the same set of features when it comes to durabilit

Subscriptions and pricingAmazon Music offers three subscription plans with different features: Free, Prime, and Unlimited. A free plan includes ads and only allows you to shuffle an artist, album, or playlist, not to play those songs in order. Amazon Music Prime, which comes free with an Amazon Prime subscription, is ad-free but still shuffle-only. The Amazon Music Unlimited plan offers shuffle and non-shuffle listening and HD and spatial audio for $9.99 per month for Prime members ($10.99 per m

Kindle (2022) vs. Kindle Paperwhite (2021): PriceOur first category is the simplest. One number is higher than the other, after all.In terms of price, the regular Kindle walks away with this one because it's $40 cheaper than the Paperwhite. Whatever other advantages the Paperwhite may have, it will never have that one. Unless there's a really amazing Prime Day deal, of course.Winner: Kindle (2022)Kindle (2022) vs. Kindle Paperwhite (2021): DesignWarm light is a welcome option.Credit: Molly Flore

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 July 13'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 July 13's Connections solution. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, kee

TL;DR: Live stream Krejcikova vs. Paolini in Wimbledon 2024 for free on BBC iPlayer. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.Here it is. The Wimbledon 2024 women's singles final. It's been a year of surprises, with top seeded players taking unexpected exits and lower-ranked players battling through to the final rounds. Case in point is Barbora Krejcikova, the No. 31 seed, who beat No. 4 Elena Rybakina to win a spot in this final.Krejcikova has won the Wimbl

TL;DR: Live stream Fraser-Pryce at Paris 2024 for free on BBC iPlayer. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.It’s almost the beginning of the Paris 2024 Olympics and it’s set to be an incredible two weeks of sports. There’s a huge list of impressive athletes to keep track of this year, including none other than Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce.The Jamaican athlete will be returning for her fifth and final Olympics as she'sset to retire from track