/ Yes, that’d be on the actual Hobbiton Movie Set in New Zealand, as featured in The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit film trilogies. This isn’t some unofficial recreation — overnight bookings are available for the genuine Hobbiton movie set in New Zealand for the first time ever.Image: Larnie Nicolson / Airbnb In… Continue reading Rejoice, nerds: you can finally stay in a genuine Hobbit hole through Airbnb
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Rick and Morty Fans Now Embarrassed by Elon Musk’s “Cringe” Cameo
“This cameo hits differently now.” Tusk, Tusk You know things are going poorly when the “Rick and Morty” stans turn against you, which is what appears to have happened over at the show’s subreddit, where fans of the adult cartoon noted in a recent thread that Elon Musk’s cameo two years ago now feels “cringe.”… Continue reading Rick and Morty Fans Now Embarrassed by Elon Musk’s “Cringe” Cameo
Twitter HQ May Sink Into Literal Filth as Its Janitors Go on Strike
Just in time for the holidays. Dirty Bird Between the chaotic Saga of the Blue Checks, unpaid bills, and mass firings followed by hasty re-hirings, you’d be forgiven for thinking that newly-anointed Twitter CEO Elon Musk’s acquisition of the social media platform is, in short, a giant mess. That in mind, it might only be… Continue reading Twitter HQ May Sink Into Literal Filth as Its Janitors Go on Strike
Bengal plans 1000 EV charging stations in 2 years
The West Bengal government, in association with EV Expo is organising an EV Rally on December 10. The West Bengal government on Wednesday said it intends to set up 1000 charging stations for electric vehicles (EVs) within the next two years in order to encourage greater adoption of eco-friendly automobiles, an official said on Wednesday.… Continue reading Bengal plans 1000 EV charging stations in 2 years
Honda Power pack to roll out 70 swapping stations in Bengaluru by end of July 23
After Hindustan Petroleum Corporation (HPCL) and Honda Power Pack Energy India (HEID) entered into an arrangement to start 70 swapping stations in Bangalore, the company has now announced a tie-up with Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation, BMRCL, to introduce Honda e-swap services at five Metro stations as part of a larger strategy to fast track this roll… Continue reading Honda Power pack to roll out 70 swapping stations in Bengaluru by end of July 23
The Asus ROG Zephyrus G14, one of our favorite gaming laptops, is $450 off
/ The current deal price makes the Zephyrus G14 one of the best values in PC gaming. We’ve also rounded up deals today on a jumbo-size Vizio TV, Amazon Echo smart speakers, and the latest Lenovo Smart Clock. The 2022 ROG Zephyrus G14 is a bit of a looker, not to mention an excellent value.Photo… Continue reading The Asus ROG Zephyrus G14, one of our favorite gaming laptops, is $450 off
Apple Kills Its Plan to Scan Your Photos for CSAM. Here’s What’s Next
In August 2021, Apple announced a plan to scan photos users stored in iCloud for child sexual abuse material (CSAM). The scheme was meant to be privacy-preserving and allow the company to flag potentially problematic and abusive content without revealing anything else. But the initiative was controversial and soon drew widespread criticism from privacy and… Continue reading Apple Kills Its Plan to Scan Your Photos for CSAM. Here’s What’s Next
Apple Expands End-to-End Encryption to iCloud Backups
Apple announced today that it is launching expanded end-to-end encryption protections in its iCloud service. The company already offers the vital security feature for some data in its cloud platform—including passwords, credit card and other payment data, and health data—but it will offer an option to extend the protection to other sensitive information including photos,… Continue reading Apple Expands End-to-End Encryption to iCloud Backups
Scammers Are Scamming Other Scammers Out of Millions of Dollars
Nobody is immune to being scammed online—not even the people running the scams. Cybercriminals using hacking forums to buy software exploits and stolen login details keep falling for cons and are getting ripped off thousands of dollars at a time, a new analysis has revealed. And what’s more, when the criminals complain that they are being… Continue reading Scammers Are Scamming Other Scammers Out of Millions of Dollars
Vietnam’s EV maker VinFast files for U.S. IPO
HO CHI MINH CITY — Electric vehicle maker VinFast officially filed for an initial public offering in New York in a move that, if successful, would make it the only Vietnamese company listed in the U.S. Fresh off its maiden shipment of EVs to the U.S., the young carmaker run by Vietnam’s richest man said… Continue reading Vietnam’s EV maker VinFast files for U.S. IPO