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Joe Ray

Glestain Gyuto Chef’s Knife Review: The Dimples Do Work

When it comes to dimples, bigger really is better. The Glestain gyuto makes it subtly, but palpably, easier to chop and dice.

The Verge

Jess Weatherbed

iPads join iPhones in requirement to follow strict EU rules

iOS, Safari, and the App Store were already designated as Gatekeeper services under the DMA in September 2023. | Photo by Vjeran Pavic / The Verge

Following an almost eight-month investigation into whether Apple’s iPadOS holds enough market power to warrant stricter regulation, the European Commission has now designated the iPad operating system as a Gatekeeper service under its flagship Digital Markets Act (DMA) rules.

“The Commission concluded that iPadOS constitutes an...

The Verge

Lauren Feiner

The legal challenges that lie ahead for TikTok — in both the US and China

Illustration by Cath Virginia / The Verge | Photo from Getty Images

Having lost its fight in Congress, TikTok faces a tough battle in US courts and with China’s own export controls.

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BuzzFeed - Latest

This "Harry Potter" Quiz Is All About The Hogwarts Houses, And Any Legit Fan Should Nail It

Let's see if you know your Ravenclaw from your Hufflepuff

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Mashable

John Oliver fans, rejoice! 'Last Week Tonight' Season 1 is streaming for free on YouTube.

There may be no new episode of Last Week Tonight this week, but John Oliver fans have a different reason to celebrate.

On Sunday, at the same as the weekly episodes normally go out, HBO decided to throw all of Season 1 up on the Last Week Tonight YouTube channel.

SEE ALSO: John Oliver takes an eye-opening deep dive into UFOs

The release was announced a few days ago on Last Week Tonight's social media.

"There’s no new episode this week!" reads...

Mashable

How to close all tabs on iPhone

It's easy to rack up open tabs on your iPhone or iPad. But everyone knows it can be a nuisance.

If you're looking to shut down all tabs at once, there's a quick way to do it. You can close every Safari tab on an iPhone in a few easy steps, no matter which iOS model you have. Here's how to do it.

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Mashable

The best smart locks for securing your home

This content originally appeared on Mashable for a US audience and has been adapted for the UK audience.

With the ever-growing selection of smart devices, you sometimes have to ask yourself: what will they think of next? In the case of the smart lock, it's like a gadget from a science-fiction film — a self-unlocking door that you control from your smartphone.

Actually, smart locks have been around for a few years and they're certainly nothing new to security-conscious homeowners. They give...

Fast Company

Stephanie Mehta

Chip Conley’s advice to leaders: You don’t have to be a jerk

The hospitality and coaching expert has a new workshop to help entrepreneurs become savvier business people and better humans.

Hello and welcome to Modern CEO! I’m Stephanie Mehta, CEO and chief content officer of Mansueto Ventures. Each week this newsletter explores inclusive approaches to leadership drawn from conversations with executives and entrepreneurs, and from the pages of Inc. and Fast Company. If you received this newsletter from a friend, you can sign up to get it yourself...

Fast Company

Chris Morris

How Vulture is creating the next Wordle—with a movie twist

Cinematrix, Vulture’s grid-based movie trivia game, is frequently one of the site’s top ‘stories.’

Every morning, New York Magazine’s Vulture readers flock to the pop culture website not just to catch up on entertainment headlines, but to get their daily game fix. Just as Wordle has captured a new audience for The New York Times, Vulture’s Cinematrix is proving to be a rallying point for the movie-obsessed.

Fast Company

Kathleen Davis

3 (kind of easy) ways to totally transform the hiring process

Hiring is broken. On the latest episode of The New Way We Work, we ask: What if we burned it down and started over? Career expert Kimberly Brown imagines that new world with us.

One of the fundamental problems with work that all of the other problems hinge on is getting hired in the first place. 

ESPN.com

Todd Archer

Sources: Elliott expected to return to Cowboys

Ezekiel Elliott is expected to agree to a one-year deal Monday with the Cowboys, sources told ESPN.

Wired Top Stories

Elana Klein

The Latest Online Culture War Is Humans vs. Algorithms

Ever feel like Instagram or TikTok algorithms know you a bit too well? The backlash against automated curation is building, and new algorithm-free platforms are springing up.

SBNation.com

James Dator

J.J. McCarthy is the biggest winner from the 2024 NFL Draft by a mile

Photo by John Smolek/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images

Nobody had a better weekend than the Vikings’ new QB.

In the days after the NFL Draft everyone is looking for which teams were the winners. Those who turned their fortunes around, or did enough to get over the hump. Often we don’t discuss the players — more specifically how they faired in draft transaction. Looking through that lens there’s one colossal winner from the 2024 class: J.J. McCarthy.

Rewind four months and the...

SBNation.com

Joseph Acosta

NFL mock draft 2025: Early projection is light on franchise QBs, heavy on defense

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It’s never too early for a look at next year’s draft class. Here’s our first look at the 2025 NFL Draft.

The 2024 NFL Draft has wrapped up, which means we can finally do what we all love: get ready for the 2025 class! The NFL Draft cycle never stops, and with the bow on top of 2024 we can get right into 2025.

The 2024 NFL Draft set a record with 23 offensive players coming off the board in round one, and 14 of them...

BuzzFeed - Latest

Only True Foodies Will Appreciate These 15 Best Cooking Shows

The ultimate lineup that'll leave your mouth watering.

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BuzzFeed - Latest

Products To Help Solve Some Of Your Body’s Most Stubborn, Uncomfortable Issues

If you haven't tried sulfur soap for that tender, ache-y acne on your face, you might want to tap into these reviewers' pics and see the results for yourself.

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Mashable

How to change your Gmail password

Be honest: Did you really forget your Gmail password? Or are you just making excuses to avoid checking your email?

We get it! The emails are coming, and they don't stop coming. You're always just one password memory slip away from internal peace. Emails can't "find you well" if you can't even get into your account, just sayin'.

Though we should still probably work on getting you back in there. What if there's a pizza discount waiting for you or something?

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Mashable

NYT's The Mini crossword answers for April 29

The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times' revered daily crossword. While the crossword is a lengthier experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, The Mini is an entirely different vibe.

With only a handful of clues to answer, the daily puzzle doubles as a speed-running test for many who play it.

So, when a tricky clue disrupts a player's flow, it can be frustrating! If you find yourself stumped playing The Mini — much like with Wordle and Connections —...

Mashable

33 TV shows to watch this summer

Happy (almost) summer! Let's celebrate by looking ahead to the oodles of television coming in the next few months.

The summer of 2024 is already shaping up to be a busy time for TV lovers, with the return of heavy-hitters like House of the Dragon, The Bear, Bridgerton, and The Boys. Elsewhere, upcoming Star Wars show The Acolyte will transport us to the High Republic, The Umbrella Academy prepares to take its final bow, and Interview with the Vampire goes all in on gothic goodness.

But there...

Mashable

How to watch Kolkata Knight Riders vs. Delhi Capitals online for free

TL;DR: Watch Kolkata Knight Riders vs. Delhi Capitals in the IPL for free on JioCinema. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

One of the most anticipated cricket events of the year, the IPL, is back, and it's back with a bang. This season has already presented cricket fans with a host of impressive players and exciting matches, and there's still weeks to go.

The next fixture will see the Kolkata Knight Riders and Delhi Capitals take to the pitch for...

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