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Two great new repairable gadgets
The Verge highlights several new technology and entertainment releases, led by repairable devices designed to last longer and be easier to maintain. The most significant items are Fairphone’s first direct US launch and Framework’s updated compact convertible laptop, reflecting growing interest in user-repairable consumer electronics. – Fairphone 6 Plus: a repairable smartphone now sold directly…
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Chaos at Manchester Airport after trespasser ‘enters airfield’ causing seven flights to be diverted and 17 held in sky
A trespasser reportedly entered the airfield at Manchester Airport, triggering major disruption that saw seven flights diverted and 17 aircraft held in holding patterns above the airport. The incursion caused significant knock-on effects for passengers and airlines during a busy period, highlighting the operational chaos that even a brief airfield security breach can cause at…
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All the ways Putin could attack Britain from cyber chaos to full-scale drone strikes after ambassador warned London of ‘consequences’ for helping Ukraine
The Daily Mail sets out the range of retaliatory measures Vladimir Putin could allegedly use against Britain, after Russia’s ambassador in London reportedly warned of “consequences” for the UK’s continued support of Ukraine. The piece frames these as potential responses to Britain’s military and diplomatic backing of Kyiv, spanning options from covert cyber disruption to…
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The Indiana Jones Replacement That Roger Ebert Was “Unreasonably Pleased” With Is Officially Leaving HBO Max
Brendan Fraser’s 1999 adventure film “The Mummy” is set to leave HBO Max in the US, with the title being cited as a favourite of the late critic Roger Ebert, who said he was “unreasonably pleased” by it. The news comes amid renewed public interest in the franchise, following Warner Bros. and Universal’s efforts to…
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Is this the end of the GTA 6 leaks? Take-Two’s legal crusade appears to shut down the hubs behind them
Take-Two’s campaign against GTA 6 leaks appears to have forced the CyberLeek website offline, while a related Telegram channel now cites copyright infringement. The development matters because CyberLeek had become a prominent source of substantial alleged material from the unreleased game, although it remains unclear whether the closures will permanently stop further leaks. The apparent…
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The 4 Best Monitor Arms to Clear Up Your Desk Space (2026)
WIRED recommends four tested monitor arms for improving desk space and screen ergonomics, stressing that sturdier, higher-quality models reduce the risk of damage from poorly made alternatives. – BenQ Ergo Arm: best overall; £150-equivalent pricing, supports 4–44 lb, and includes a desk-protection reinforcement plate. – Herman Miller Flo Single Monitor Arm: best high-end option; listed…
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The film Apollo 13 taught me how to survive heartbreak
The writer reflects on how Apollo 13 became a source of comfort after their engagement ended abruptly in 2025, shortly before a performance in Sydney. Rather than offering romantic catharsis, the film’s depiction of astronauts and engineers responding calmly to disaster helped them view survival itself as an achievement: sometimes success simply means getting home.…
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Set Up a Separate Work Profile on Your Android Phone
Android phones can use separate user profiles linked to different Google accounts, allowing work and personal activity to be kept apart on one device. The active profile determines accessible apps, notifications, browsing history and files, which can help reduce the overlap between professional and private life. To create a work profile, users need a second…
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FromSoftware enters the skill-based matchmaking debate with The Duskbloods: “We definitely plan on having the matchmaking system work in a way so that it’s ranked”
FromSoftware has confirmed that The Duskbloods, its upcoming multiplayer action game for Nintendo Switch 2, will feature a ranked skill-based matchmaking system, wading into an ongoing debate among developers and players about how competitive matchmaking should work. The comments position the studio, best known for single-player titles such as Elden Ring and the Dark Souls…