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How to Get PFAS Out of Drinking Water—and Keep It Out

Wed, 02/12/2025 - 05:30
Filters in water pitchers or under-sink systems capture dangerous chemicals, only for them to be returned to the environment. A researcher from North Carolina is pioneering a new system that could get rid of forever chemicals forever.
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The Heart Emoji Is Meaningless

Wed, 02/12/2025 - 05:00
Once reserved for romantic partners and other loved ones, the heart emoji can now mean anything—which means it has no meaning at all.
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Your Love Life on Ozempic

Wed, 02/12/2025 - 05:00
Beyond treating diabetes and helping people lose weight, GLP-1s may also improve libido. But the reasons are as complex as desire itself.
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Binance Moved Fast, Broke Things—and Paid the Price. Richard Teng Is Cleaning Up

Wed, 02/12/2025 - 04:16
After former Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao went to prison, Richard Teng set out to show that the crypto exchange is now on its best behavior.
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Crave Vesper Mini Review: The Discreet Vibrator

Wed, 02/12/2025 - 04:00
The iconic jewelry vibrator is back, smaller than ever.
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Dyson Promo Codes: 20% Off | February 2025

Wed, 02/12/2025 - 00:30
Get 20% off with a Dyson coupon code, plus save up to $150 on vacuums, tools, and more.
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Vitamix Promo Codes and Deals: $150 Off Select Blenders

Wed, 02/12/2025 - 00:00
Score discounts on blenders, food processors, immersion blenders, and more with our selection of Vitamix coupons and deals.
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This Ad-Tech Company Is Powering Surveillance of US Military Personnel

Tue, 02/11/2025 - 22:00
In a letter to a US senator, a Florida-based data broker says it obtained sensitive data on US military members in Germany from a Lithuanian firm, revealing the global nature of online ad surveillance.
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Dozens of CFPB Workers Fired in After-Hours Blitz

Tue, 02/11/2025 - 21:41
Some affected employees of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau were notified with an email that addressed them as [EmployeeFirstName][EmployeeLastName], [Job Title], [Division].
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The CFPB Work Freeze Is Putting Big Tech Regulations ‘On Ice’

Tue, 02/11/2025 - 16:22
The "cease work" order at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau won’t just affect lawsuits and enforcement actions. It will stall regulation that could govern tech companies like Apple and Google.
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Federal Workers Launch New Lawsuit to Fight DOGE’s Data Access

Tue, 02/11/2025 - 16:13
The Electronic Frontier Foundation filed the complaint on behalf of US federal workers, arguing that DOGE’s data access is illegal and should be cut off.
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Here's How All Online Maps Are Handling the ‘Gulf of Mexico’ Name Change

Tue, 02/11/2025 - 16:09
Google is among the first companies to change the Gulf of Mexico to Gulf of America on its maps. Other sources for online maps have not yet followed Donald Trump's executive order.
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Thomson Reuters Wins First Major AI Copyright Case in the US

Tue, 02/11/2025 - 14:50
The Thomson Reuters decision has big implications for the battle between generative AI companies and rights holders.
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An Advisor to Elon Musk’s xAI Has a Way to Make AI More Like Donald Trump

Tue, 02/11/2025 - 14:03
A researcher affiliated with Elon Musk’s xAI startup is researching a method to alter the politics of Grok and better align the chatbot with conservatives.
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Sam Altman Dismisses Elon Musk’s Bid to Buy OpenAI in Letter to Staff

Tue, 02/11/2025 - 13:56
OpenAI’s CEO claims the company has yet to receive an official offer from Elon Musk’s team, sources say.
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Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 Review: Beating the Best

Tue, 02/11/2025 - 09:03
Beats’ most iconic workout buds are back and better than ever.
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Silicon Valley’s Macho Makeover Was a Warning, Not a Trend

Tue, 02/11/2025 - 07:30
A spate of tech-titan glow-ups has won plaudits from fashion pundits and trend-watchers, but everyone missed that they were dressing for the job they really wanted—supervillain.
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The 5 Best Travel Pillows (2025), Tested and Reviewed

Tue, 02/11/2025 - 06:39
It can be hard to catch a nap while traveling, but these pillows can help.
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I Took Grindr’s AI Wingman for a Spin. Here’s a Glimpse of Your Dating Future

Tue, 02/11/2025 - 06:00
Grindr CEO George Arison is going all-in on artificial intelligence. I tested the beta version of the queer app’s AI wingman, letting it guide my interactions and offer advice.
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What Comes After OnlyFans?

Tue, 02/11/2025 - 05:00
Fandom revolutionized sex work and remapped the parameters of connection across social media. The question now is, how real are you willing to get?
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