Jul 05, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
The U.S. Department of Energy deleted approximately 6,000 web pages related to energy conservation as a historic heatwave scorches the country. The deletions came after Republican outrage over New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's advice to set air conditioners to 78 degrees Fahrenheit to ease grid strain. The removed content included pages on thermostat settings, water conservation, insulation, and the solar decathlon challenge. Internet Archive has preserved the deleted pages.
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Jul 05, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
A review of the Kuxiu D5 Qi2.2 charging dock shows active cooling effectively prevents phone overheating during wireless charging. The charger supports up to 25W for phones and includes a fan that silently dissipates heat. This technology could clear the path for a global 50W wireless charging standard by 2028.
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Jul 05, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
The Epomaker RT98 is a retro-mechanical keyboard with a unique modular number pad that can be placed on either the left or right side, appealing to both right- and left-handed users. It offers a pleasant typing experience with silent or creamy switches, a fun CRT-style screen, and VIA compatibility. However, its plastic build and fiddly numpad movement process may deter some, and at $119 it competes with aluminum models. This article explores the keyboard's design, performance, and value proposition.
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Jul 05, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
The Ikko MindOne Pro is a compact smartphone with a square screen and a flip-up camera that doubles as a kickstand. Despite its charming design, it suffers from poor battery life, overheating during setup, and a mediocre camera. The included keyboard case is fiddly, and the square screen struggles with standard mobile content. Overall, it fails to deliver on its minimalist promise.
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Jul 04, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Microsoft Edge has introduced a new feature that lets users sign in using their Google account credentials. This move aims to streamline the browsing experience for those who primarily use Google services. The update is part of Microsoft's broader effort to make Edge more competitive with Chrome.
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Jul 04, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
PlayStation is increasingly moving toward digital-only releases, leaving physical game collectors worried. However, a new mod for Halo: Combat Evolved, called Campaign Evolved, demonstrates that physical games still have a thriving community. The mod not only rejuvenates the classic campaign but also revives the art of machinima, proving that disc-based gaming and creative filmmaking are far from obsolete.
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Jul 04, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Adele opened up about her 13-year-old son Angelo's passion for karting and Formula 1, revealing that the mother-son duo now bond over racing and even argue about drivers. The singer visited the McLaren Technology Centre, met CEO Zak Brown and driver Lando Norris, and discussed how she encourages her son's interest. Adele also attended the 2025 US Grand Prix, showing her growing fandom for the sport.
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Jul 04, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Andrew Tate did not just go viral by being outrageous — he built a movement out of male failure and resentment. This article unpacks how an internet grifter weaponized misogyny, dominance, and insecurity to create a quasi-religion for alienated young men, and why the broken 2020s made him a symbol of the age.
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Jul 04, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
BTS's Jungkook candidly told fans during a livestream to stop requesting he speak English, encouraging them to learn Korean. He explained he studies languages at his own pace and praised Korean as expressive. The remarks sparked widespread support and discussion about respecting artists' language preferences.
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