How Do URLs Work?
www.techquickie.youtube.com You might look at URLs nearly every day, but what do all the parts of a Web address actually do? TunnelBear message: TunnelBear is the easy-to-use VPN app …… Read More
Kabul’s airport is the epicenter of a desperate and deadly scramble to escape the Taliban
www.cnn.com One week after the Taliban takeover of Kabul, the situation at the capital’s airport has become increasingly desperate, with more than 20,000 people in and around the facility trying to board flights and another seven Afghan civilians killed in crushes, amid one of the largest airlifts in history.… Read More
How to FaceTime friends without iPhones
www.mashable.com Since COVID hit, you’ve likely been on more video calls than ever before. Even though many people are seeing others in-person again post-vaccine, the ability to see the face of someone near or far over a screen remains crucial. For folks with iPhones, FaceTime is the go-to for video calls. But how can you…
The tough calculus of emissions and the future of EVs
www.techcrunch.com Investors and politicians embracing a vision of an all-electric car future believe that path will significantly reduce global carbon dioxide emissions. That’s far from clear. … Read More
The Middle East is running out of water
www.cnn.com The Middle East is running out of water… Read More
11 best apps for hiking
www.mashable.com Whether gathering supplies for a day hike or setting up camp for a while, these days savvy hikers are sure to pack their digital backpacks with apps to bring out the best in their treks. Don’t forget your gorp, and steer clear of fat bears. Happy trails! Pro tip: these apps are tailor-made for…
How to turn on Background Sounds with iOS 15
www.mashable.com Who needs a white noise machine when your iPhone comes with all the ocean sounds you could ask for? Apple announced the Background Sounds feature during WWDC in June as part of its efforts to help reduce distractions, which they call a gesture “in support of neurodiversity.” The feature allows iOS 15 users to…
Parts of the region are becoming uninhabitable as it is hit by persistent drought and bakes under high temperatures
www.cnn.com Parts of the region are becoming uninhabitable as it is hit by persistent drought and bakes under high temperatures… Read More
Y Combinator, 500 Startups, Plug and Play invest in Odiggo’s $2.2M seed round
www.techcrunch.com Servicing one’s car personally is a time-consuming, expensive and painstaking process. It’s a cycle that can lead to more expensive repairs and safety issues down the line, and no car owner likes that. … Read More
Secure your online world for under £50 with a subscription to NordVPN
www.mashable.com TL;DR: A one-year subscription to NordVPN is on sale for £42.88 as of Aug. 22, saving you 79% on list price. You may lock up every door and window in your home, but intruders can still get in. Without a VPN, those devices you use every single day act like an open door to…