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Man Who Skydived From Space Dies During New Stunt

Image by Buda Mendes/Getty Images for Laureus / Futurism Developments Nearly 13 years after skydiving from the edge of space, Austrian skydiver Felix Baumgartner has died during a tragic accident. As the New York Post reports, Baumgartner was 56 when he took on what became his last stunt: flying a motorized paraglider near the town of Porto Sant Elpidio, a beachside resort off Italy's Adriatic coast. According to the NYP's translation of the Italian newspaper Il Resto del Carlino, the extreme

Apple's latest iPad hit a new low price at Walmart - and it's available in every color

Maria Diaz/ZDNET An iPad can help with success in many areas, such as school, professional work, content creation, and more. With the new school year just around the corner, there's no better time to scoop up the most recent iPad model from Walmart. Also: Why I like the base iPad more than the Pro and Air - especially at this price Right now, the 11th-Gen 128GB iPad is on sale for $299, which is $50 off its original retail price of $350. If you need more storage space, the 256GB iPad is retai

This Apple Watch model is my favorite and I use it daily - right now, it's over 30% off

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Async I/O on Linux in databases

I've been working on a complex multi-model database for a few weeks now, and recently I took time to simplify and test out an idea I had on a simple key-value database. I started with the basics: A hash table in memory, a simple append-only log for persistence and durability, and the classic fsync() call after every write to the log for durability. It worked, but wasn't as fast as it could be. In Kevo, that's the approach I use, but in Klay (not public yet, but will be open sourced when ready)

The 43 Best Shows on Netflix Right Now (July 2025)

Streaming services are known for having award-worthy series but also plenty of duds. Our guide to the best TV shows on Netflix is updated weekly to help you know which series you should move to the top of your queue. They aren’t all surefire winners—we love a good less-than-obvious gem—but they’re all worth your time, trust us. Feel like you’ve already watched everything on this list that you want to see? Try our guide to the best movies on Netflix for more options. And if you’ve already comple

The Catholic Church Reportedly Called in an Exorcist to Deal With "Yeti Cult" Running Bizarre Blood Rituals at Archdiocese of Denver

What started as a routine weekend getaway for seminarians from the St. John Vianney Theological Seminary in 2024 took a hard turn into the surreal. The archdiocese of Denver confirmed that an exorcist was called in after a bizarre series of events involving a ceremonial dagger, a mysterious blood oath, and a man in a yeti costume. As first reported in an extensive investigation by The Pillar, a publication covering the Catholic church, the incident is causing controversy and raising questions a

AI Data Centers Accused of Creating Major Problems for Local Water Systems

After Meta started building an enormous data center less than 400 yards away from their house, a couple living in Newton County, Georgia, says their water started to dry up. That began in 2018; years later, two of their bathroom taps still don't work. What water remains has turned into a gritty sludge, littered with sediments. So far, Beverly Morris and her husband Jeff have spent $5,000 on their water problems, they told the New York Times in a new interview, and can't afford to replace their

Best Internet Providers in Seattle, Washington

What is the best internet provider in Seattle? CNET recommends Quantum Fiber as the best internet provider in Seattle. The fiber provider offers fast, symmetrical speeds, unlimited data and affordable plans starting at $50 for 500Mbps. Power users that need more data can opt for a 2Gbps plan at $95. If Quantum isn’t available at your address, Astound Broadband, T-Mobile and Xfinity are solid alternatives. If you're looking for the cheapest internet in Seattle, Ziply Fiber and Astound offer pla

Best Internet Providers in Milwaukee, Wisconsin

AT&T and Spectrum are CNET's top picks when it comes to the best internet providers in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. AT&T Fiber is our top pick, offering faster download and upload speeds over a fiber connection, with plans ranging from $55 to $245 a month. It delivers all that at a price comparable to Spectrum -- our second choice for Milwaukee residents. If you're a heavy internet user, whether it's for working from home, just browsing or keeping your kids entertained -- Milwaukee has several solid o

Scientists Say That Uranus Appears to Have a Girlfriend

When checking out Uranus, scientists discovered something exciting: that the planet appears to have a long-term... well, call it a situationship. In a new, yet-to-be-peer-reviewed paper flagged by Universe Today, an international group of researchers detailed finding a so-called "Centaur" — a small, icy and rocky body that sits between Uranus and Neptune and is designated as a minor planet — that appears to have been keeping up with Uranus in a delicate cosmic dance for thousands or even millio

Popular npm linter packages hijacked via phishing to drop malware

Popular JavaScript libraries were hijacked this week and turned into malware droppers, in a supply chain attack achieved via targeted phishing and credential theft. The npm package eslint-config-prettier, downloaded over 30 million times weekly, was compromised after its maintainer fell victim to a phishing attack. Other packages, namely eslint-plugin-prettier, synckit, @pkgr/core, and napi-postinstall from the same maintainer, were also targeted. The attacker(s) used stolen credentials to pub

A CarFax for Used PCs: Hewlett Packard wants to give old laptops new life

The United Nations’ Global E-waste Monitor estimates that the world generates over 60 million tonnes of e-waste annually. Furthermore, this number is rising five times as fast as e-waste recycling. Much of this waste comes from prematurely discarded electronic devices. Many enterprises follow a standard three-year replacement cycle, assuming older computers are inefficient. However, many of these devices are still functional and could perform well with minor upgrades or maintenance. The issue i

A 14kb page can load much faster than a 15kb page (2022)

Why your website should be under 14kB in size Why your website should be under 14kB in size Having a smaller website makes it load faster — that's not surprising. What is surprising is that a 14kB page can load much faster than a 15kB page — maybe 612ms faster — while the difference between a 15kB and a 16kB page is trivial. This is because of the TCP slow start algorithm. This article will cover what that is, how it works, and why you should care. But first we'll quickly go over some of the

Tesla Launches Blitz Sale to Revive Sales Ahead of EV Tax Break Cliff

Tesla has fired the first major shot in a brewing electric vehicle price war, launching a series of aggressive new promotions across its lineup as the market braces for the end of a crucial federal incentive. With the $7,500 federal tax credit for new electric vehicles set to expire on September 30, Elon Musk’s company is moving preemptively to lock in buyers and pressure competitors. On a newly updated section of its website titled “Current Offers,” the company warns of “Limited Inventory – Ta

Best Internet Providers in Charleston, South Carolina

What is the best internet provider in Charleston? CNET's top choice for internet providers in Charleston is AT&T Fiber. With plans starting at $55 a month and fast speeds, reliable service, it's a no brainer. But even if AT&T Fiber isn’t in your neighborhood, you’ve still got great alternatives. This includes Home Telecom and options from Xfinity and Spectrum. Prefer wireless? T-Mobile and Verizon both offer dependable 5G home internet across the city. Charleston stands out for its broadband a

These Are CNET's Favorite and Most-Used Emoji. Did Yours Make the List?

Every July 17, the internet comes together and celebrates World Emoji Day. The date was chosen because it's displayed on the 📅 calendar emoji, but it's a day to appreciate all emoji, even the more obscure ones, like the 🫙jar. And in honor of the internet holiday, I asked my colleagues at CNET what their favorite and most used emoji are. The rules for voting were simple: You could only vote once for your favorite emoji and once for your most-used emoji. There was more variety in the category of

Low-Income Internet Guide for All 50 States

A recent CNET survey found that 63% of Americans paid more for home internet last year than the previous year. In addition, the Affordable Connectivity Program came to a halt in 2024, leaving 23 million households without a suitable alternative to low-income internet accessibility. Many households were in rural areas with limited internet options, and nearly half were military families. In the wake of the loss of the ACP, many internet service providers, including CenturyLink, Google Fiber and

Best Internet Providers in Columbia, South Carolina

What's the best internet provider in Columbia? CNET’s top pick for the best internet in Columbia, South Carolina is AT&T Fiber. The fiber provider took the top spot thanks to its fast speeds, reliable performance and great value. Plans start at $55 per month and go up to $245 for the 2-gig plan. If AT&T Fiber isn't available in your area or you're just looking to explore more options, there are other providers to consider. Whether you’re streaming, gaming or working from home, the best interne

How to Delete All of Your Social Media Accounts: Instagram, X, Facebook, TikTok, and More

Here’s an evergreen take: There has never been a better time to get off social media. Social services have evolved even further into becoming sticky traps for doomscrolling and AI-generated slop, and are hitherto unprecedented frontiers for rage bait. Bummed out about all the misinformation and being part of a profit machine that funds one increasingly unhinged billionaire or another? Well, there’s a way out. Unfortunately, social media companies don’t always make it very easy to rescind their

Best Graphics Cards for PC: Nvidia, AMD, Intel

If you've been holding out on upgrading or building a new gaming rig, it's time to start looking again. The latest RTX 50 Series cards from Nvidia push high-refresh 1440p and even 4K performance, and AMD is leading the more budget-friendly range with the RX 900 Series. You have no shortage of options, and availability is much better than it was even a few months ago. I’ll walk through some general buying strategy, show off my favorite graphics cards, and talk about why you might want to spring

At Least 750 US Hospitals Faced Disruptions During Last Year’s CrowdStrike Outage, Study Finds

When, one year ago today, a buggy update to software sold by the cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike took down millions of computers around the world and sent them into a death spiral of repeated reboots, the global cost of all those crashed machines was equivalent to one of the worst cyberattacks in history. Some of the various estimates of the total damage worldwide have stretched well into the billions of dollars. Now a new study by a team of medical cybersecurity researchers has taken the first

A mushroom casket marks a first for ‘green burials’ in the US

is a senior science reporter covering energy and the environment with more than a decade of experience. She is also the host of Hell or High Water: When Disaster Hits Home , a podcast from Vox Media and Audible Originals. “I’m probably the only architect who created a final home,” Bob Hendrikx tells The Verge. Tombs and catacombs aside, Hendrikx might be the only one to make a final home using mushrooms. Hendrikx is the founder and CEO of Loop Biotech, a company that makes caskets out of mycel

This $269 Chromebook couldn't be more portable - here's why it's my pick for students

ZDNET's key takeaways The Lenovo Chromebook Duet Gen 9 is available now for $399. It's a versatile and highly-portable device that's as useful at home as in the office. Some of the most buzzworthy features are tied to subscriptions, and the keyboard and trackpad are very small. $399 at Best Buy $379 at Lenovo $325 at Amazon more buying choices The ninth-generation Lenovo Chromebook Duet is an 11-inch 2-in-1 laptop/tablet that combines a nice display, a versatile form factor, and accessible ha

Apple's latest AirPods models are still at their lowest price ever - get them while the deal lasts

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I took a walk with Meta's new Oakley smart glasses - they beat my Ray-Bans in every way

Sabrina Ortiz/ZDNET The Meta Ray-Bans have been a success since their launch, with consumers (like me) drawn to their regular form factor packed with mics, cameras, speakers, and AI. Now, Meta is catering to a more athletic audience with its new Meta Oakley smart glasses -- and with them, it has upped the ante across nearly every spec. As a glasses wearer, photo fanatic, and AI reporter, it was an absolute no-brainer for me to purchase the Meta Ray-Bans. After months of trying them, I was most

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The Bitter Lessons Behind Kimi Researcher's Taste

The Bitter Lessons Behind Kimi Researcher’s taste Crystal J 7 min read · 2 days ago 2 days ago -- 2 Listen Share This blog will not look like what you often see in tech reports — where someone says, “Oh, ideas just came to my mind, and bang, it just happens.” The reality was far more challenging, iterative, and often frustrating. When I first rolled out this Apple-style frontend UI, it looked sleek, and I was genuinely excited. I shared it with everyone, thinking, “This is really great!” But

Why your website should be under 14kB in size

Why your website should be under 14kB in size Why your website should be under 14kB in size Having a smaller website makes it load faster — that's not surprising. What is surprising is that a 14kB page can load much faster than a 15kB page — maybe 612ms faster — while the difference between a 15kB and a 16kB page is trivial. This is because of the TCP slow start algorithm. This article will cover what that is, how it works, and why you should care. But first we'll quickly go over some of the

NOBS Toothpaste Tablets: What Dentists Say About Its Main Ingredient

The NOBS (No Bad Stuff) toothpaste tablets are going viral thanks to their main ingredient of nano-hydroxyapatite, a fluoride-free alternative. As health concerns around fluoride and its presence in public drinking water continue to swirl, nano-hydroxyapatite toothpastes are becoming increasingly popular. You've likely seen them on store shelves or in ads from companies like Boka and Davids, marketed as fluoride-free alternatives for your toothbrush that claim to whiten teeth, repair enamel and

Meta says it won't sign the EU's AI code of practice

Meta said on Friday that it won't sign the European Union's new AI code of practice. The guidelines provide a framework for the EU's AI Act, which regulates companies operating in the European Union. The EU's code of practice is voluntary, so Meta was under no legal obligation to sign it. Yet Meta's Chief Global Affairs Officer, Joel Kaplan, made a point to publicly knock the guidelines on Friday. He described the code as "over-reach." "Europe is heading down the wrong path on AI," Kaplan post

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‘Eddington’ Director Ari Aster Couldn’t Stand ‘Living in the Internet.’ So He Made a Movie About It

Like a lot of us, Ari Aster spent the summer of 2020 trapped inside and scrolling on social media. Also like a lot of us, the experience left him feeling pretty bad. “I was living on Twitter,” Aster tells WIRED, “and it was really agitating me.” But unlike most people, the director of Hereditary, Midsommar, and Beau is Afraid wasn’t just doomscrolling on Twitter to pass the time. He was doing research. That summer, Aster wrote the script for his latest film, Eddington, a modern western set in