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'House of the Dragon' Season 2 wish list: Everything we want to see

House of the Dragon is bringing audiences back to the wild world of Game of Thrones as Season 2 readies for its premiere on HBO and Max. Season1 laid out the twisted family tree of the Targaryen clan, wherein a battle over succession to the Iron Throne was a recurring source of anguish and violence. But after much death, squalid war room debates, and dragon play, Rhaenyra Targaryen (Emma D'Arcy) and Alicent Hightower (Olivia Cooke) ready for war, as teased in the trailer.

But what else might...

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Forget the slow burn, Gen Z loves a failmarriage

"If there's a failmarriage in there, nine times out of 10 that's what's gonna draw me in more than anything," Azhar, a 24-year-old student in London, told Mashable.

Online, there's a habit of assiduously categorizing everything you watch and read into types and tropes. And this tendency is particularly pronounced in romance spaces. There's slow burns, friends to lovers, enemies to lovers, and most recently, Azhar's favorite: the failmarriage. 

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Get lifetime access to AdLock for only $17 and rid yourself of annoying ads forever

SAVE $193.03: Through May 22, be free of constant online ads with a lifetime subscription to AdLock Ad Blocker while it's on sale for just $16.97. That's 91% off.

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Get 2 years of NordVPN for $70 and enjoy online security and privacy

TL;DR: Through May 22 at 11:59 p.m. PT., get a 2-year subscription to NordVPN for just $69.97 (reg. $198). A one-year subscription is also available for $44.97.

Managing your online experience for better performance, privacy, and ease of access can be a challenge, which is why so many people use VPNs. Virtual private networks re-route your information and activity through a private digital path. Take digital security into your own hands with a 2-year NordVPN subscription on sale for $69.97...

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Try this Microsoft Office alternative for under $25: Work with docs, PDFs, and more

TL;DR: Through May 22, this one-time purchase gets you a lifetime license to OfficeSuite, a Microsoft Office alternative, for only $24.97 (reg. $119.97).

Gone are the days of popping over to your friend's house just to use their Microsoft Excel or Word to type a report. Having a reliable and efficient office suite of your own is now essential for anyone looking to stay productive at work, school, or home. Of course, Microsoft Office can be pricey. This offer gets you a lifetime license to...

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Become an Excel wizard with these online learning courses for $35

TL;DR: Through May 22, master the beloved Microsoft app with this Microsoft Excel training bundle. It's on sale for just $34.97 for a limited time.

In many different types of business environments, proficiency in Microsoft Excel is more than just a skill on your resumé; it’s a necessity. Whether you're a beginner looking to learn the basics or a more experienced user hoping to refine your knowledge professionally, this Excel online learning bundle aims to provide comprehensive training to...

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NASA spacecraft saw something incredible near Jupiter's Great Red Spot

This is not just another sublime image of the largest storm in the solar system, Jupiter's Great Red Spot. 

Look closer… a little closer…

Come on, you're going to have to try harder than that. Get in there.

Do you see it now? That's not a speck of dust on NASA's Juno spacecraft camera. That's a moon, orbiting its enormous mother planet in space. 

The teeny tiny moon is Amalthea, and though it was caught zipping in front of the very ruddy eye of Jupiter's long-lived high pressure zone,...

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Lenovo Yoga 7i 2-in-1 16-inch (2024) review: A MacBook user gives Windows a whirl

Whether the 16-inch Lenovo Yoga 7i 2-in-1 laptop appeals to you depends on your budget.

Starting at $900, Lenovo’s large hybrid laptop can do a lot for the price. Its convertible display can exist in four different configurations of varying usefulness. Plus, its storage options are good enough for the majority of people who don’t work in high-intensity fields. And finally, its fully adorned keyboard gives it a leg up over something like a MacBook.

But thanks to a decidedly not-so-slender...

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28 TikTok Beauty Products For Anyone Who's Lazy When It Comes To Getting Ready

A few swipes of this colorful multi-stick on your eyelids, cheeks, and lips, and you'll look fresh as a daisy in no time.

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NYT's The Mini crossword answers for May 15

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 —...

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Thomas Ricker

Tado adds Matter to new smart heating range

From left to right: Wireless Temperature Sensor X, Heat Pump Optimizer X, Thermostat X, and two Smart Radiator Thermostat X | Image: Tado

Tado just launched a new range of heating products — called Tado X — that supports the Matter smart home protocol. It joins Nest as being one of the few (only?) European smart heating control systems to support the new standard designed to improve interoperability between devices from any smart home ecosystem, and the first to run natively on a...

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Why the modern HR professional needs to be brand-savvy

Human Resources is leading the charge on employer branding, marketing the company to both employees and recruits.

Modern HR professionals are getting more brand-savvy by the day. Why? In simple terms, HR professionals need to be as effective in branding their organizations in the minds of existing and future employees as marketing professionals are in branding their organizations in the minds of customers. This is especially true for HR professionals tasked with employer branding—helping...

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Jokic collects 3rd MVP trophy, drops 40 in G5 win

Nikola Jokic celebrated his third MVP award by scoring 40 points and outdueling Defensive Player of the Year Rudy Gobert in the Nuggets' Game 5 win over the Timberwolves on Tuesday night.

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How to watch Rajasthan Royals vs. Punjab Kings online for free

TL;DR: Watch Rajasthan Royals vs. Punjab Kings in the IPL for free on JioCinema. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

There isn't long left of the IPL, and it's going to be an interesting last few games. As it stands, the Rajasthan Royals are looking strong, but can they hold out and take home the cup? In the next fixture, the Rajasthan Royals will face the Punjab Kings in the 65th match of the season.

Want to tune in? You can watch Rajasthan Royals...

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Get 20TB of cloud storage for life for under £75

TL;DR: Through May 15, you can get 20TB of cloud storage for life with Prism Drive on sale for £71.46. That’s less than paying for nine months of Dropbox.

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'Dìdi' trailer is a perfect look at growing up online in the 2000s

The trailer for coming-of-age film 'Dìdi' follows a Taiwanese American tween navigating family, crushes, and the internet in 2008.

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David E. Sanger, Julian E. Barnes and Kim Barker

Russian Gains in Ukraine War Worry U.S. Officials

Multiple factors are helping Russia’s military advance, including a delay in American weaponry and Moscow’s technological innovations on the battlefield.

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'Wordle' today: Here's the answer hints for May 15

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 May 15'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...

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