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Imgur has left the UK

Imgur has shut off its image-hosting platform for users in the UK, displaying a “content not available in your region” notice across the site and on third-party embeds. The move comes after the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) warned that it intended to levy fines against Imgur’s owner, MediaLab AI, after an investigation into the service's handling of children’s data, age verification and privacy protection. Exact details of the fine, or what the findings of the investigation were, ha

Best PlayStation 5 Controllers in 2025

Nacon is a French gaming company that makes accessories and publishes games. The company's Revolution 5 Pro controller for PlayStation 5 is one of the few officially licensed controllers for PlayStation -- and also one of the more novel models. For starters, it's more squared-off than the DualSense controllers, and it also has the the Xbox-style asymmetrical joystick layout rather than the PS's symmetrical joystick arrangement. The face buttons are slightly flatter and larger than most other Pla

Zoox's Self-Driving Test Vehicles Are Heading to Washington, DC

Zoox, the self-driving company owned by Amazon, is heading to the east coast. The company is expanding its testing fleet to Washington, DC, bringing the total number of areas in which it operates to eight. To start, Zoox will deploy a handful of retrofitted Toyota Highlanders with safety drivers "in the heart of Washington, DC," Zoox said in a Tuesday blog post. That testing fleet will manually map a specific area before moving onto autonomous testing, which is slated for later this year. Watc

Amazon’s new Fire TV Stick 4K Select streaming stick costs $39.99

is a senior reporter covering technology, gaming, and more. He joined The Verge in 2019 after nearly two years at Techmeme. Posts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. Amazon announced the new Fire TV 4K Select streaming stick at its fall 2025 hardware event on Tuesday. The new streaming stick will cost $39.99 and ships in October. The stick offers “vibrant 4K picture quality,” support for HDR 10 Plus, and “apps that launch remarkably fast,” Amazon

Imgur pulls out of UK after data regulator warns of fines

Imgur, one of the web’s most popular image sharing and hosting platforms, has shut off access to its site to users in the United Kingdom, following a notice of a fine by the country’s data protection watchdog. According to reports on social media, users attempting to load Imgur from the U.K. are met with an error message that says: “Content not available in your region.” The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) in March had launched an investigation into various social media platforms, incl

Imgur blocks access to UK users after regulator warned of fine

Imgur blocks access to UK users after regulator warned of fine 41 minutes ago Share Save Liv McMahon Technology reporter Share Save Getty Images Image-hosting platform Imgur has blocked people in the UK from accessing its content. Imgur is used by millions to make and share images such as memes across the web, particularly on Reddit and in online forums. But UK users trying to access Imgur on Tuesday were met with an error message saying "content not available in your region" - with Imgur con

Zoox chooses Washington DC as its next autonomous vehicle testbed

Amazon-owned Zoox will start mapping the streets of Washington D.C. as it ramps up to begin testing its self-driving vehicles in the nation’s capital this year. Zoox said in a blog post on Tuesday that it would begin by manually driving Toyota Highlanders equipped with its sensors and self-driving software to map the city. The company plans to start testing its autonomous vehicles (with human safety operators behind the wheel) later this year. “With its growing population and high demand for f

Stop Putting Takeout Containers in the Microwave, Experts Warn

When you need to satisfy your hunger fast, reheating last night's leftovers in the microwave seems like a great idea. But if you warm them up in the plastic container they came in, you put yourself at risk for ingesting microplastics and harmful chemicals. You may be wondering, "Is plastic contamination as dangerous as experts say?" Unfortunately, all signs point to yes. Study after study has shown that the resulting chemical exposure of microplastics could pose significant health risks and the

The ADL Defended Elon Musk’s ‘Awkward Gesture.’ Now He Calls It a Hate Group

When Elon Musk gave two Nazi-style salutes the day President Donald Trump was inaugurated in January, the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) came to the billionaire’s defense, saying it was just an “awkward gesture.” But Musk clearly doesn’t have the same kind of affection for the ADL. “The ADL hates Christians, therefore it is is a hate group,” Musk wrote in a tweet Sunday. The ADL hates Christians, therefore it is is a hate group — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) September 28, 2025 The billionaire Tesla CE

Microwave, Nonstick Pan and More Kitchen Tools You're Using too Often

We love kitchen hacks, but only when they net results as good as the traditional method. Be it a surprising way to check steak for doneness without a thermometer or quickly blasting a whole chicken to crispy perfection in the air fryer, there are shortcuts well worth learning, while others simply don't stack up. So, when does a potentially clever hack or safe-bet kitchen tool spill over into a crutch? Suppose you're automatically reaching for the same tools, equipment or resources whenever you

Prime Day deal: The Roku Streaming Stick Plus drops to $29

The Roku Streaming Stick Plus is on sale for just $29. That's a discount of 27 percent and the lowest we've ever seen it. Roku has held the top spot in the TV OS market for years thanks to its user-friendly interface, an affordable range of streaming devices and its own lineup of TVs. We picked the Streaming Stick Plus as the best streaming device for free and live content, thanks in large part to The Roku Channel app that accompanies it. The Roku Channel features over 500 free TV channels with

Reusable grocery bags durability test

Which reusable grocery bags passed, and failed, Marketplace's durability test? Marketplace , , | CBC News | Posted: September 26, 2025 8:00 AM | Last Updated: September 26 Sobeys, Walmart, Loblaws, Dollarama, Metro bags put to the test Image | Bag test Caption: Single-use plastic items are a substantial contributor to litter across Canada, but compostable alternatives can follow a similar path. Marketplace set out to determine how items would break down if they ended up in our environment. (P

Microplastics Could Be Weakening Your Bones, Research Suggests

Microplastics could be a factor in driving up cases of osteoporosis worldwide, according to recently published research. The study reveals that when these tiny plastic particles enter the body, they disrupt the functioning of bone marrow stem cells, which are essential for maintaining and repairing bone tissue. Throughout your life, your bones are replenished. Osteoporosis is a condition where this process goes wrong, with the breakdown of bone outstripping the rate at which it is replaced. Thi

Norway to monitor airborne radioactivity in Svalbard

Les på norsk. The Finnish Meteorological Institute is to discontinue its air monitoring in Svalbard, and on October 1st, the Norwegian Radiation and Nuclear Safety Authority (DSA) will take over ownership of its air sampling equipment. The purpose is to strengthen Norway's ability to monitor airborne radioactivity and increase vigilance in the High North. "This will be an important supplement to our already existing network of air filter stations in Norway, and particularly important for nucl

5 Foods Secretly Ruining Your Nonstick Pans

Nonstick cookware excels in certain situations but teflon and nonstick pans have a low-heat design and slick surface, which makes them not the best choice for all foods. When you attempt to develop a proper crust on meat, you'll end up with pale, gray protein instead of the caramelized golden-brown color you're after and worst of all, you may be damaging your pans in the process. The real problem lies in compatibility. Certain ingredients and cooking methods can rapidly degrade nonstick coating

The Roku Streaming Stick Plus is on sale for only $29 right now

If you're looking for a way to upgrade an old TV or add a more convenient smart interface to your main set, Roku devices are good ways to do that. Thanks to Prime Day deals that you can already get now, you can get one of our favorite Roku streaming devices for less than $30. The Roku Streaming Stick Plus is on sale for just $29 right now, which is 27 percent off and the lowest price we've seen. We picked the Streaming Stick Plus as the best streaming device for free and live content, thanks in

Norway to Monitor Airborne Radioactivity in Svalbard

Les på norsk. The Finnish Meteorological Institute is to discontinue its air monitoring in Svalbard, and on October 1st, the Norwegian Radiation and Nuclear Safety Authority (DSA) will take over ownership of its air sampling equipment. The purpose is to strengthen Norway's ability to monitor airborne radioactivity and increase vigilance in the High North. "This will be an important supplement to our already existing network of air filter stations in Norway, and particularly important for nucl

New math revives geometry's oldest problems

In the third century BCE, Apollonius of Perga asked how many circles one could draw that would touch three given circles at exactly one point each. It would take 1,800 years to prove the answer: eight. Such questions, which ask for the number of solutions that satisfy a set of geometric conditions, were a favorite of the ancient Greeks. And they’ve continued to entrance mathematicians for millennia. How many lines lie on a cubic surface? How many quadratic curves lie on a quintic surface? (Twen

Amazon slips up and accidentally reveals when Vega TV OS will launch

Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR Amazon accidentally confirmed that Vega TV OS is launching in 2025. References to the launch were found in a job listing. The company could make an official announcement next week. It’s not much of a secret at this point that Amazon has been working on a new Linux-based operating system called Vega. The company is aiming to replace Android with this new OS on many of its products. However, a recent leak about an Amazon-made high-end tablet with the full

Get the Amazon Fire TV Stick HD at a record-low price we haven’t seen since last year

Supercharging your TV with a good smart TV operating system is very simple and affordable these days. Especially if you can take advantage of deals like this one. The Amazon Fire TV Stick HD has dropped to its all-time low price of just $17.99. It’s hard to convince yourself not to get one at this price! Buy the Amazon Fire TV Stick HD for just $17.99 ($17 off) This offer is available directly from Amazon. It’s a “limited time deal,” so the discount is automatic and available to all customers (

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Nintendo Switch emulator Eden vanishes from the Play Store after just two weeks

Nick Fernandez / Android Authority TL;DR Eden is a Nintendo Switch emulator designed to pick up where Yuzu left off. Earlier this month, it made the notable step of offering installation through the Play Store. Now Eden’s Play Store listing is no longer active, leaving us wondering what exactly happened. Maintaining a gaming emulator sounds like a rough job. Not only do you want to keep users happy, always endeavoring to improve compatibility and stomp out bugs, but you’ve got to avoid pissi

Apple TV+ publishes touching trailer for Ben Stiller’s documentary about his parents

A few months ago, Apple announced its new collaboration with Severance director Ben Stiller: “Stiller & Meara: Nothing is Lost,” a documentary about his parents, legendary comedy duo Jerry Stiller (Seinfeld) and Anne Meara (Night at the Museum). Now, the first trailer just dropped, and it is surprisingly touching. Watch it below. ‘Stiller & Meara: Nothing is Lost’ premieres next month With a limited theatrical release scheduled for October 17, “Stiller & Meara: Nothing is Lost” will premiere g

Ubuntu: The Indigenous Ethos of Restorative Justice

Because European colonialists saw no jails, police, lawyers, judges, or courts in African indigenous societies, they mistakenly concluded these cultures had no way to address social conflict and wrongdoing. […] In Western culture, we are socialized to believe that the desire to inflict counterviolence upon or retaliate against someone who has hurt us or a loved one is innate and that justice has always been done and will always be done in this way. In fact, far from universal or natural, this a

‘Predator: Badlands’ Director Says Its ‘Alien’ Crossover Doesn’t Come With Xenomorphs

After Frankenstein, Guillermo del Toro wants to explore a new aesthetic. R.L. Stine’s Pumpkinhead is heading to the big screen. Plus, what’s coming on the next episode of Ghosts. Spoilers now! Frankenstein Without saying the word “gothic,” Guillermo del Toro recently told Empire he “needs[s] a change” from “a certain type of aesthetic” that’s marked his career to this point. This movie closes the cycle. If you look at the lineage, from Cronos to The Devil’s Backbone, to Pan’s Labyrinth to Cri

A Cooking Teacher Begs: Stop Using a Nonstick Pan for These 5 Foods

While nonstick cookware excels in a few situations, relying on it for every cooking task is limiting. Teflon and nonstick pans struggle to brown and sear due to their low-heat design and slick surface. When you attempt to develop a proper crust on meat, you'll end up with pale, gray protein instead of the caramelized golden-brown color you're after. The real problem lies in compatibility; Certain ingredients and cooking methods can rapidly degrade nonstick coatings, causing them to chip, flake

The best WordPress hosting services of 2025: Expert tested

Many websites now use a content management system (CMS) for backend management. You don't need to know any coding -- such as HTML or CSS -- to build or operate a website these days. WordPress is one of the most popular options around, according to W3Techs, around 61% of all websites with a known CMS using the service. The CMS is free and popular due to its ease of use, allowing for quick launch without requiring any technical knowledge. WordPress is also often offered as a one-click installatio

Kitchen Crutches: 4 Cooking Tools and Shortcuts You're Using Too Often

We love a good cooking hack, whether foolproof ways to check steak for doneness or using your air fryer for everything from grilled cheese to weeknight salmon. So, when does a potentially clever hack or safe-bet kitchen tool spill over into a crutch? When it doesn't produce results that make it worth any time or effort saved. Suppose you're automatically reaching for the same tools, equipment or resources whenever you're in the kitchen or grocery store, without considering whether there's a bet

TikTok child data protection inadequate, Canadian privacy officials say

TikTok child data protection inadequate, Canadian privacy officials say TikTok told the BBC that it will introduce a number of measures to "strengthen our platform for Canadians" although it disputes some of the findings. The investigation also found TikTok had collected sensitive personal information from "a large number" of Canadian children and used it for online marketing and content targeting. Hundreds of thousands of children in the country use TikTok each year despite the firm saying i

Grab an Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K at a 54% discount!

Whether you’re trying to switch smart TV operating systems or want to turn a basic TV into a smart one, Amazon Fire TV dongles offer the most convenient and affordable options. My favorite one is the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K. While the retail price is already quite reasonable at $49.99, today, you can get it at a 54% discount! Buy the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K for just $22.99 ($27 off) This offer is available from Woot, an Amazon-owned deals website. Because of its affiliation with the online reta

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This Black Fungus Turns Plastic Waste Into Edible Ingredients

Fungi might just be the most impressive form of life on Earth. They can live almost anywhere, have both medicinal and poisonous qualities, and are—as new research suggests—capable of transforming industrial waste into useful compounds. Engineers with the German startup Biophelion have successfully developed a method to coax a yeast-like black fungus—Aureobasidium pullulans—into decomposing and converting plastic waste into new products. What’s more, during this process, the fungus consumes left