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A complete list of all the known layoffs in tech, from Big Tech to startups, broken down by month throughout 2024.

Khalid Ashmawy found it hard to send money home while studying in Europe. Now, he’s launched a startup to help other Egyptians with the same problem.

Apply to host a Side Event during TechCrunch Disrupt week (October 25–31) and amplify your brand. Apply before the deadline.

Following a week of strife at the disaster relief agency, Homeland Security secretary Kristi Noem told FEMA employees to "be vocal" about their positive experiences with the Trump administration.

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The iconic Mary Kay pink Cadillac goes electric with the Cadillac Optiq, available only to the company's top 1% of sales force performers.

"The Toxic Avenger" reboot's story isn't anything new, but its relentless violence and zany tone make for a wild watch.

A partnership between xAI and the US government fell apart earlier this summer. Then the White House apparently got involved, per documents obtained by WIRED.

Reliance is launching a new subsidiary to drive India's AI ambitions, including a pending partnership with OpenAI.

Insta360 added a new, slightly larger Go Ultra camera to its line of detachable, wearable, go-anywhere action cameras.

New IRS rules allow for a slight extension of the EV tax credit deadline, which ends on Sept. 30.

For a smooth-running smart home with a simple setup, the Eero Pro 7 mesh is a Wi-Fi 7 upgrade worth considering.

"The Thursday Murder Club" co-star Helen Mirren reveals the word she hates to be called in this interview, alongside Pierce Brosnan, Ben Kingsley, and director Chris Columbus.

How to watch the US Open for free. Live stream Djokovic vs. Norrie in the 2025 US Open for free from anywhere in the world.

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“At its core, what this is is like a state-sponsored industrial project.”

Twelve quests; 12,000 players. This is Pursuit, a real-world race to find clues scattered across the city, solve mysteries, and maybe make a few friends.

Get the best deal on AirPods. Save 30% on the Apple AirPods 4 at Amazon.

As of Aug. 29, Amazon's Fire TV Stick 4K Max is discounted at Amazon to $39.99. This is 33% off its usual price of $59.99.

Cybercriminals abuse trusted Intel driver to gain kernel access and shut down Windows Defender, enabling undetected malware deployment since July 2025.

Lego has revealed a new Lego Icons Captain Jack Sparrow’s Pirate Ship set. It's set for release on Sept. 15, when it'll be available to buy for $379.99.

Many people rely on the sleep aid melatonin to help them get a more restful night’s sleep. But is it safe? And how much is too much?

Platforms like Pornhub and OnlyFans have given porn stars more autonomy. But sweeping age-check laws are already impacting their bottom lines.

Austin Butler and Zoë Kravitz appeared on BBC Radio One to play a game of "Unpopular Opinion".

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DJI’s latest wireless mic combines the best of its predecessors into one compelling package.

Get the best gaming monitor deal. Save $800 on the Samsung 57-inch Odyssey Neo G9 computer monitor at Amazon.

Many proposed NDS projects were already in the works from federal workers who were let go earlier this year. Now, DOGE is getting involved.

Connections: Sports Edition is a New York Times word game about finding common sports threads between words. How to solve the puzzle.

Answers to each clue for the August 29, 2025 edition of NYT's The Mini crossword puzzle.

Save $700 on the Samsung 49-inch Odyssey OLED G9 gaming monitor at Amazon.

Sign up for the T-Mobile Experience Beyond plan and get a free iPhone 16 with no trade in necessary.

How to watch college football for free. Live stream Colorado vs. Georgia Tech in 2025 without cable.

How to watch college football for free. Live stream Baylor vs. Auburn in 2025 without cable.

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Let AI transcribe for you forever with this lifetime subscription to VoiceType AI Voice-to-Text, on sale now for $49 (reg. $260).

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Shudder has dropped its trailer for "V/H/S/HALLOWEEN", the new instalment in Brad Miska's horror anthology franchise.

With an interactive library that includes tongue twisters, breathing exercises, and advice on gestures, Vocal Image is also leaning more and more into AI to give automated feedback and personalized tips.

Tesla has officially launched the Model Y Performance in Europe.

Save on Naturepedic’s line of organic, thoughtfully crafted mattresses and bedding with our coupon codes for this month.

Viewers in Africa, Asia, and Australia will be able to see the blood moon in the sky—but those in the Americas will have to settle for a live feed this time around.

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See the moon phase expected for August 29, 2025 as well as when the next full moon is expected.

We've lined up the best and most energy-efficient heated racks for drying clothes.

The New York Times' latest game, Pips, brings domino fun to your desktop. How to play Pips as well as hints in case you get stuck.

Connections is a New York Times word game that's all about finding the "common threads between words." How to solve the puzzle.

The NYT Strands hints and answers you need to make the most of your puzzling experience.

Here's the answer for "Wordle" #1532 on August 29 as well as a few hints, tips, and clues to help you solve it yourself.

Hints and answers to today's Hurdle all in one place.

DJI just debuted the Mic 3, a wireless mini microphone and receiver for content creators. But there's some bad news, too.

You have to pay for the New York Times' Mini Crossword game now – but have you played any of these free alternatives?

NFL season officially kicks off on Sept. 4. Watch every game on the big screen this season with a 100-inch TV. Shop all the deals from Hisense and LG now.

Pok Pok is an educational app for kids ages 2 to 8, and right now it's only $48 for life

Get the ASUS Chromebook CM30 Detachable 2-in-1 Touchscreen for just $169.99 (reg. $329.99) with free shipping.

The deal allows the U.S. to take more equity in Intel if the company doesn't retain at least 51% ownership in its foundry business.

President Donald Trump stopped allowing small shipments to enter the country without paying tariffs. Now, things are getting pricier and shipping costs are going up.

Anthropic is making some major changes to how it handles user data. Users have until September 28 to take action.

Share your adventures with the world and save some cash on the GoPro Hero 13 Black.

Commonwealth Fusion Systems has raised nearly $3 billion to commercialize its fusion power plant. It hopes to send electricity to the grid in the early 2030s.

Fans accused Will Smith of sharing AI-generated videos from his tour, but the situation is more complicated than it seems.

Bluesky says it would block access to its service in the state of Mississippi, rather than comply with the new age verification law.

Google Translate is adding AI-powered personalized speaking and listening practice sessions to help users learn languages.

Companies cancelled $5 billion worth of clean tech manufacturing projects in the U.S. in Q2, mirroring a pullback in the broader manufacturing sector.

Using email aliases for online shopping and subscriptions can protect your privacy by preventing companies from linking your activity across websites.

Tesla sales keep declining in the EU even as EV competitors like BYD grow.

On today's episode of Uncanny Valley, our hosts talk to features editor Jason Kehe about everything from screen time limits and the return to flip phones to the romanticization of the early internet.

Netflix and Sony Pictures are negotiating a deal to produce a sequel to "KPop Demon Hunters," following box office and streaming victories.

With this new feature, users can attach a block of text to a post instead of creating a thread of several different posts when looking to share more in-depth thoughts and ideas.

As of Aug. 28, get the 100-inch Hisense Class U8 Mini-LED TV for $3,500 off — its lowest price yet.

Fans are accusing Will Smith of sharing an AI-generated video from his tour, but the truth isn't that simple.

As of Aug. 28, get the ASUS ROG Swift gaming monitor at Amazon for $330 off — its lowest price yet.

Disney filed a lawsuit against the streamer Sling TV over its cheap daily and weekly live TV passes.

Be careful out there, AI ransomware is now a thing.

New research shows AI overlap does not equal job replacement, with knowledge-based roles seeing most integration while physical jobs remain least affected.

MathGPT AI, a tutor and teaching assistant that helps students learn, expands to over 50 institutions

The latest film from Yorgos Lanthimos, "Bugonia," co-stars Jesse Plemons.

As of Aug. 28, get the Apple iPad Mini for $399 and save $100 for 20% off. The iPad Mini is our favorite tablet for reading that can do much more than your standard e-reader.

An annual subscription to New York Times Games is on sale for $18, down from the list price of $50. That's a 64% discount.

Microsoft Copilot is now in select Samsung TVs and monitors. Here's what you can do with it.

Google is doubling down on app developer verification, even with apps that aren't on the Play Store.

As of Aug. 28, get the Bose TV Speaker Soundbar for its lowest price at Amazon.

The Google Pixel Tablet (128GB, porcelain) is on sale at Amazon for $249, down from the normal price of $399. That's a 38% discount.