Best (and worst) dating profiles

Know someone using all the dating apps, but they never seem to go on dates? They might be committing these online dating faux pas.

For the dad who DIYs 

More sweet Father’s Day ideas … or handy stuff to get for yourself!

  • A magnetic wristband ($9.99) for holding nails, screws and bolts while he’s working. You know … dad jewelry.
  • Even the dad with the most kitted-out toolbox probably doesn’t have a damaged-screw extractor set ($9.99). Don’t forget to click on the coupon for an additional 20% off.
  • This universal socket adapter for his drill has nearly 20,000 five-star reviews, and it’s 10% off ($8.99). 
  • If he’s ever smashed his thumb hammering a nail, this nail-holder ($9.99) will be a very thoughtful gift, as well as a nice little callback joke to the time he smashed his thumb hammering a nail.
  • A multitool ($11.99) that’s a screwdriver, hex wrench, cord cutter, ruler, box opener, bottle opener and a keychain. Phew!

Sometimes, a guy just needs a very good utility knife (50% off, $12.98).

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“Alexa, who plays [character] in [movie or show]?” That phrase, which you can say to any smart assistant, just solved your next three TV-related fights.

She 'married' an AI chatbot

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We catch up with Rosanna Ramos, the New York mom who married her Replika husband, Eren Kartal. Last year, she told us how Eren, being an AI chatbot, doesn’t judge or bring any baggage. How’s their relationship going now? Stick around to find out!

🚨 Hospital nightmare: The Ascension hospital cyberattack in May 2024 shut down computers for weeks, and it all started with one employee who mistakenly downloaded a malicious file. Ascension handles roughly 3 million emergency room visits and performs nearly 600,000 surgeries per year.

Trivia

Which musical artist used an American flag as the backdrop for their 1984 album, “Born in the U.S.A.”?

Find the answer here!

280 million

Chrome users who have installed shady extensions in the past three years. These extensions included malware and often asked for advanced permissions during installation. On average, dangerous extensions stayed in the Chrome store for over a year before getting the boot. Good job there, Google.

Wordle is stressing out the world

Send this to someone you know who can’t be productive without doing the daily Wordle first.

Your Venmo transactions aren't private

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You know who can see your Venmo transactions? Spoiler: everyone. Here’s how to keep your payment history on the down-low.

Gen X can't use emojis

Share with someone who never seems to send the right emoji.

Instagram is turning into a porn site

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The Wall Street Journal uncovered that, within minutes of first logging in, Instagram regularly recommends sexual videos to minors who have shown interest in racy content. Here’s the latest.

The biggest heist in history

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What’s the backbone of chatbots like Gemini or ChatGPT? It’s the art, science, and hard work of real humans — humans who may never get credit or compensation.

60-minute TikToks?

Do you think hour-long videos will do well on short-form platforms? I mean, come on! Who has the time?

Side hustles for 2024

Need some extra cash? I put together a list of online side hustles that actually get you paid.

Know someone who has a Ring doorbell?

The check might be in the mail. Yep, Ring is settling a class-action lawsuit.

85% blood oxygen levels

For folks who drank and snoozed on a plane — meaning it’s terrible for your ticker. The combo of alcohol and sleep at higher altitudes can tank your blood oxygen levels and put a strain on your heart, even for young healthy folks. Next time you board a plane, bring your own bottle of water. That’s what I do.

Guy in Target caught looking up woman's dress

This peeping Tom was caught not just looking up her dress, but filming it, too. Three cheers for the other lady who spotted this creep.

A hospital's responsibility for ransomware attacks

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When ransomware cripples a hospital, it’s not the building or equipment that suffers — it’s the patients who are denied. 

I didn't realize I pronounced this wrong

Basil, bazil, basl … Who cares? All I know is it’s delish.

Guess who's coming to the Gen Z job interview?

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About a quarter of Gen Z job candidates bring a parent to their job interviews. I cover the full story in this short podcast.