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The Verge

Tom Warren

Meta releases Threads API for developers to build ‘unique integrations’

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The Threads API is now available, meeting a promised launch by the end of June. The free API will allow developers to build “unique integrations” into Threads, and potentially even result in third-party apps for Meta’s competitor to what was previously known as Twitter.

“People can now publish posts via the API, fetch their own content, and leverage our reply management capabilities to set reply and quote controls, retrieve replies to their posts, hide,...

Wired Top Stories

Laura Kipnis

I Am Laura Kipnis-Bot, and I Will Make Reading Sexy and Tragic Again

Margaret Atwood, Marlon James, Lena Dunham, Roxane Gay: We’ve all agreed to be turned into AI reading companions by a mysterious company called Rebind. I report from the inside.

Wired Top Stories

Nena Farrell

My Favorite Affordable Sheets Are Discounted Right Now

Quince makes some of our favorite cheap-yet-fantastic sheets to sleep on. They’re already a great price—and now they’re on sale.

BuzzFeed - Latest

37 Travel Products For Anyone Who Thrives On Planning Ahead

You're going to be the rock star of your travel group when you roll in with this fast-charging power bank.

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Wired Top Stories

Vittoria Elliott

Crypto Scammers Are Targeting Trump’s MAGA Supporters

After Donald Trump’s campaign announced it would accept cryptocurrency, the operators of a host of fraudulent websites have sought to hustle his supporters.

Mashable

How to watch Turkey vs. Georgia online for free

TL;DR: Watch Turkey vs. Georgia in Euro 2024 for free on BBC iPlayer. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

Break out the snacks and refreshments, and make those chants as boisterous as possible, because Euro 2024 has kicked off — one of the biggest tournaments in world football.

While Turkey vs. Georgia feels like a low-key fixture, this Group F opener is one to keep an eye on. Turkey have reached the semi-finals before, while Georgia are entering...

Mashable

How to watch Portugal vs. Czech Republic online for free

TL;DR: Watch Portugal vs. Czech Republic in Euro 2024 for free on BBC iPlayer. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

The Euro 2024 has kicked off, beginning a full four weeks of action. And though the tournament is still in the group stages, it's never too early for a big-time fixture. And Portugal vs. Czech Republic is certainly that.

Portugal are former winners and have Cristiano Ronaldo in the squad — arguably the best to have ever played. The...

Mashable

Get lifetime access to 25 Rosetta Stone languages and more courses for under $190

TL;DR: Starting on June 18, lean into personal and professional growth with this lifetime learning bundle featuring Rosetta Stone and StackSkills Unlimited for just £149.55 (reg. £668.27).

You're never too old to learn something new. Whether you enjoy learning for learning's sake or like to put new skills to use professionally, online courses make it easier than ever. This learning bundle features a lifetime of Rosetta Stone and StackSkills Unlimited courses for just £149.55 through June...

BuzzFeed - Latest

Spend The Day Watching TV To Find Out What Type Of Parent You'll Be

Yeah, I'm basically a fortune teller now...

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Wired Top Stories

Boone Ashworth

Instead of Mining the Deep Sea, Maybe People Should Just Fix Stuff

A new report contends that deep sea mining is not only an environmental risk, it’s also not going to help meet the world’s renewable energy needs.

BuzzFeed - Latest

Which Summer Song Are You?

No, because "Good Days" is the summer anthem.

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ESPN.com

Tim MacMahon

Irving eager to see Mavericks 'build our future'

After the Game 5 loss that ended Dallas' season Monday night, Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving quickly turned the page to next season, saying "we answered a lot of questions this year on what we were capable of doing and now it's just about being consistent."

BuzzFeed - Latest

Answer 7 Questions And I'll Help You Manifest Your Inner "Manifest" Character

Everyone might have moved on after five years, but I'm never getting over this show!

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Mashable

'Wordle' today: Here's the answer hints for June 18

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 June 18'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...

SBNation.com

Harrison Faigen

The Celtics’ 2024 NBA championship just gave James Harden a record no NBA player wants

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Al Horford finally getting a championship with the Celtics just put James Harden in the lead among active NBA players for most playoff games without a ring.

In the 186th playoff game of his NBA career, Al Horford won his first NBA championship. The Celtics capturing the 2024 title took Horford off an ignominious list, as Boston coming up short this year would have almost certainly (eventually) vaulted him past Karl Malone (193) for most career...

BuzzFeed - Latest

"I Opened The Package And Screamed For Joy": 35 Delightfully Weird Purchases You Won’t Regret

"Both ridiculous and spectacular." —a reviewer gushing over this unicorn head squirrel feeder (but really, it could describe any of these oddball products)

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BuzzFeed - Latest

35 Products With “Summer Fairy Princess” Vibes

If you want to be bedazzled with flowers, butterflies, rainbows, and glitter all summer long, you've come to the right place ?.

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SBNation.com

Harrison Faigen

1 insane Celtics stat that shows how patient Boston was with Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown duo

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Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum made some (possibly unbreakable) history as a duo en route to the Celtics’ 2024 NBA championship.

Over the seven seasons Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown have played together for the Boston Celtics, they have faced a wide variety of skepticism about their fit together as two ballhandling wings. Both were varying degrees of great at different times, but did their skill sets overlap too much to build a...

ESPN.com

David Purdum

Celtics clear-cut favorites to complete a repeat

Star guard Jaylen Brown and the Boston Celtics, fresh off winning the franchise's 18th NBA championship late Monday night, will enter the offseason as the clear-cut betting favorites to win the 2025 championship at sportsbooks around the nation.

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