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Rafael Nadal to retire as No. 2 highest-earning tennis player ever Rafael Nadal to retire as No. 2 highest-earning tennis player ever Rafael Nadal will play in the final tennis tournament of his illustrious career this week, taking the court to represent his nation in the 2024 Davis Cup. The 38-year-old Spaniard — whose 22 Grand Slam titles are second only to Novak Djokovic’s 24 — is one of the winningest players in the history of the sport. He is also one of the highest earning. Since his professional debut as a 14-year-old in 2001, Nadal has racked up wins and paydays. His career prize money sits at $134,946,100, according to ATP Tour data. Those earnings make him the second-highest paid tennis player ever, putting him just ahead of rival Roger Federer’s $130.5 million. Only Djokovic’s $185 million in career winnings surpass Nadal’s. His success on the court also helped pad his bank account off of it. The 14-time French Open champion has raked in an estimated $415 million from endorsements, appearances and other business endeavors over the past 23 years, accoridng to Forbes. His long list of brand partners include companies like Nike, Kia and Richard Mille. Nadal’s place on tennis’ all-time prize money leaderboard is safe for the time being. Federer retired in 2022, and No. 4 Andy Murray announced his retirement this summer. Alexander Zverev is the next closest to catching Nadal, but the ATP world No. 2 has his work cut out for him. The 27-year-old will need to take home a little less than $90 million in prize money in order to overtake Nadal. Fellow Spaniard Carlos Alcaraz might have the best shot at catching the player he grew up idolizing. Though he is just 21, Alcaraz’s $36 million in prize money already puts him in the top-10 of all time earners. Ahead of his retirement, here’s where Nadal stands among tennis’ richest players. Highest-earning tennis players of all time Andy Murray, Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal have earned more than half a billion dollars in prize money over the course of their combined careers. Glyn Kirk | Afp | Getty Images Novak Djokovic ($185 million)Rafael Nadal ($134.9 million)Roger Federer ($130.5 million)Andy Murray ($64.8 million)Alexander Zverev ($46 million)Pete Sampras ($43.2 million)Daniil Medvedev ($43 million)Stan Wawrinka ($37.2 million)Carlos Alcaraz ($36.1 million)Stefanos Tsitsipas ($32.1 million) Want to earn more money at work? Take CNBC’s new online course How to Negotiate a Higher Salary. Expert instructors will teach you the skills you need to get a ******* paycheck, including how to prepare and build your confidence, what to do and say, and how to craft a counteroffer. Start today and use coupon code EARLYBIRD for an introductory discount of 50% off through November 26, 2024. Plus, sign up for CNBC Make It’s newsletter to get tips and tricks for success at work, with money and in life. Source link #Rafael #Nadal #retire #highestearning #tennis #player Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Fable Reboot Footage Reportedly Confirms a Mechanic Even Todd Howard Couldn’t Think of for Elder Scrolls, Fallout Fable Reboot Footage Reportedly Confirms a Mechanic Even Todd Howard Couldn’t Think of for Elder Scrolls, Fallout It’s been more than 20 years since the release of the original Fable game, which proved to be a catalyst for a iconic RPG series. However, the third entry in the franchise didn’t hit the mark for many in the community, and the IP was abandoned for more than 14 years. The Fable reboot looks to be promising. (Image via Xbox) However, that’s all set to change in 2025. Playground Games is crafting a Fable reboot that’s all set to drop next year, and its alpha footage confirms one feature that Todd Howard couldn’t even bring for Bethesda’s top games: Elder Scrolls and Fallout. Fable Alpha Gameplay Confirms Incredible Combat Mechanic According to reports, the RPG has incredible combat mechanics. (Image via Xbox) Recently, Windows Central editor and video game insider Jez Corden shared on his Xbox Two podcast bits of the upcoming Fable reboot gameplay. Even though it’s still in an “alpha” state, Corden states that the game looks incredible. The reboot was initially unveiled during Xbox and Bethesda Showcase back in 2020, alongside many other exciting projects. This announcement took many by surprise, and players were excited to learn more. Cordon went on to open up more about the game and stated that it’s evident that it has the CD Projekt Red’s DNA. According to him, Playground Games, the developers behind this Fable Reboot, have picked up right where CD Projekt Red left things. One of the most notable things about the game is its combat design. Cordon states that it’s been inspired by The Witcher series, particularly when it comes to melee mechanics. Even though it’s not a direct copy, various elements such as dodge rolling, pirouettes, and seamless transitions from hack-and-slash attacks into an ********** resemble what we’ve seen from CD Projekt Red. It’s great to see that Playground Games has managed to nail down the combat mechanics for the RPG reboot, as it’s something that even Bethesda and Todd Howard have ******* to do. Howard and his team have ******* to update the outdated mechanics and unresponsive controls that make combat in any Elder Scroll or Fallout game feel clunky. Many in the community say that they’ll only believe in Fable‘s potential after they see the gameplay themselves. Comment byu/Turbostrider27 from discussion inGames Comment byu/Turbostrider27 from discussion inGames Comment byu/Turbostrider27 from discussion inGames Let’s hope Microsoft doesn’t interfere with Playground Games’ development for Fable reboot and ruin another game that has the potential to give it an edge against Sony. Fable Has 3 Different Studios Working on The Game It seems like the title will hit its 2025 release window. (Image via Xbox) It looks like Playground Games is ramping up the speed of Fable‘s development. The studio has updated its profile overview on LinkedIn and mentioned that it has three different studios: its main headquarters, which is still developing Forza Horizon, and two more studios to finish the RPG. With the primary studio still working on the next Forza Horizon game, this brand-new studio might be only tasked with helping the reboot’s original development team. It’s already been confirmed that the RPG reboot will also receive some development support from Edios Montreal, so the addition of a brand-new team indicates that the game is in its final stages. This makes it likely that it will debut sometime in 2025. With that said, are you excited about this upcoming RPG? Let us know in the comments below. Source link #Fable #Reboot #Footage #Reportedly #Confirms #Mechanic #Todd #Howard #Couldnt #Elder #Scrolls #Fallout Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

ChatGPT already speaks. Soon it may see as well ChatGPT already speaks. Soon it may see as well OpenAI ChatGPT’s Advanced Voice Mode, which allows users to converse with the chatbot in real time, could soon gain the gift of sight, according to code discovered in the platform’s latest beta build. While OpenAI has not yet confirmed the specific release of the new feature, code in the ChatGPT v1.2024.317 beta build spotted by Android Authority suggests that the so-called “live camera” could be imminently forthcoming. OpenAI had first shown off Advanced Voice Mode’s vision capabilities for ChatGPT in May, when the feature was first launched in alpha. During a demo posted at the time, the system was able to identify that it was looking at a dog through the phone’s camera feed, identify the dog based on past interactions, recognize the dog’s ball, and associate the dog’s relationship to the ball (i.e. playing fetch). The feature was an immediate hit with alpha testers as well. X user Manuel Sainsily employed it to great effect in answering verbal questions about his new kitten based on the camera’s video feed. Trying #ChatGPT’s new Advanced Voice Mode that just got released in Alpha. It feels like face-timing a super knowledgeable friend, which in this case was super helpful — reassuring us with our new kitten. It can answer questions in real-time and use the camera as input too! pic.twitter.com/Xx0HCAc4To — Manuel Sainsily (@ManuVision) July 30, 2024 Advanced Voice Mode was subsequently released in beta to Plus and Enterprise subscribers in September, albeit without its additional visual capabilities. Of course, that didn’t stop users from going wild in testing the feature’s vocal limits. Advanced Voice, “offers more natural, real-time conversations, allows you to interrupt anytime, and senses and responds to your emotions,” according to the company. The addition of digital eyes would certainly set Advanced Voice Mode apart from OpenAI’s primary competitors Google and Meta, both of whom have in recent months introduced conversational features of their own. Gemini Live may be able to speak more than 40 languages, but it cannot see the world around itself (at least until Project Astra gets off the ground) — nor can Meta’s Natural Voice Interactions, which debuted at the Connect 2024 event in September, use camera inputs. Source link #ChatGPT #speaks Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Why Trump’s tax plans could be ‘complicated’ in 2025, policy experts say Why Trump’s tax plans could be ‘complicated’ in 2025, policy experts say U.S. President-elect Donald Trump speaks during a meeting with House Republicans at the Hyatt Regency hotel in Washington, D.C., on Nov. 13, 2024. Allison Robbert | Via Reuters Congressional lawmakers will soon debate expiring tax breaks and new promises from President-elect Donald Trump. Agreeing on cuts and spending, however, could be a challenge. With a majority in the House of Representatives and Senate, *********** lawmakers can pass sweeping tax legislation through “reconciliation,” which bypasses the Senate filibuster. Republicans could begin the budget reconciliation process during Trump’s first 100 days in office. But choosing priorities could be difficult, particularly amid the federal budget deficit, policy experts said Tuesday at a Brookings Institution event in Washington. Legislators will be “representing their districts, not their party,” Howard Gleckman, a senior fellow at the Urban-Brookings Tax Policy Center, said Tuesday in a panel discussion at the Brookings event. “This is a lot more complicated than just the reds against the blues,” he said. More from Personal Finance: 89% of Americans say they do not consider themselves wealthy As market experts talk of ‘animal spirits,’ what it means for your investments How to leverage the 0% capital gains bracket as the price of bitcoin surges ‘Political divisions’ could be a barrier With a slim majority in Congress, *********** lawmakers will soon negotiate with several blocks within their party. Some of these groups have competing priorities. Enacted by Trump in 2017, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, or TCJA, is a key priority for the next administration. Without action from Congress, trillions of tax breaks from the TCJA will expire after 2025. These include lower tax brackets, higher standard deductions, a more generous child tax credit, ******* estate and gift tax exemption and a 20% tax break for pass-through businesses, among other provisions. The more things you try to bring in, the more potential political divisions we have to navigate. Molly Reynolds senior fellow in Governance Studies at Brookings Institution Tax bill could take longer than expected Since budget reconciliation involves multiple steps, policy experts say the *********** tax bill could take months. Plus, Congress has until Dec. 20 to fund the government and avoid a shutdown. A stopgap bill could push the deadline to January or March, which could take time from Trump’s tax priorities. “The idea that they’re going to do this in 100 days, I think, is foolish,” Gleckman said. “My over-under is December 31, 2025, and that might be optimistic.” However, the bill could get through by Oct. 1, 2025, which closes the federal government’s fiscal year, other policy experts say. Source link #Trumps #tax #plans #complicated #policy #experts Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Why it helps to file early Why it helps to file early This week, the new Free Application for Federal Student Aid expanded its “phased rollout” so all students can now apply for aid for the upcoming academic year. Up until Monday, the 2025-26 FAFSA was only available to limited groups of students in a series of beta tests that began on Oct. 1. Now, the form is open to all and the Department of Education has said it will be out of testing entirely by Nov. 22 — which puts the official launch ahead of schedule. Since Monday, more than 50,000 forms have been successfully submitted, according to a department official. Typically, all students have access to the coming academic year’s form in October, but last year’s new simplified form wasn’t available until late December after a monthslong delay. This year, the plan was to be available to all students and contributors on or before Dec. 1. Students who submit a form during this final “expanded beta” phase before Nov. 22 will not need to submit a subsequent 2025–26 FAFSA form, the Education Department said. More from Personal Finance:Here’s how to prepare for the FAFSATop 10 colleges for financial aidMore of the nation’s top colleges roll out no-loan policies There are still some issues with the new form, some of which also plagued last year’s college aid application cycle, but they all have workarounds, according to higher education expert Mark Kantrowitz. Altogether, this year’s rollout is “much better than last year,” he said. Last year, complications with the new form resulted in some students not applying at all. Ultimately, that meant fewer students went on to college. Why it’s important to file the FAFSA early “Students should take full advantage of the early rollout and submit their FAFSA as soon as possible,” said Shaan Patel, founder and CEO of Prep Expert, which provides Scholastic Aptitude Test and ********* College Test preparation courses. The earlier families fill out the form, the better their chances are of receiving aid, since some financial aid is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, or from programs with limited funds. “The earlier you apply, the better your chances of securing more aid that doesn’t need to be repaid,” Patel said. “Submitting early also means you’ll receive your financial aid award letters sooner,” he said. “This gives you ample time to compare offers from different schools and make an informed decision without feeling rushed. Finally, knowing your child’s financial aid status earlier reduces stress and allows your family to focus on other important aspects of college preparation.” For many students, financial aid is key. Higher education already costs more than most families can afford, and college costs are still rising. Tuition and fees plus room and board for a four-year private college averaged $58,600 in the 2024-25 school year, up from $56,390 a year earlier. At four-year, in-state public colleges, it was $24,920, up from $24,080, the College Board found. The FAFSA serves as the gateway to all federal aid money, including federal student loans, work-study and especially grants — which have become the most crucial kind of assistance because they typically do not need to be repaid. Submitting a FAFSA is also one of the best predictors of whether a high school senior will go on to college, according to the National College Attainment Network. Seniors who complete the FAFSA are 84% more likely to enroll in college directly after high school, according to an NCAN study of 2013 data. Don’t miss these insights from CNBC PRO Source link #helps #file #early Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

'Dragon Quest 3' Producer Wants to See an HD-2D Remake of 'Final Fantasy VI' 'Dragon Quest 3' Producer Wants to See an HD-2D Remake of 'Final Fantasy VI' Inverse talks to Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D producer, Masaaki Hayasaka, about the difficulties of the HD-2D style and what the future looks like. Source link #039Dragon #Quest #Producer #HD2D #Remake #039Final #Fantasy #VI039 Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Existential cosmology: The universe could vanish at any moment – why hasn’t it? Existential cosmology: The universe could vanish at any moment – why hasn’t it? Billions, perhaps trillions, of years from now, long after the sun has engulfed Earth, cosmologists expect the universe will end. Some wrestle with whether it is more likely to collapse under its weight in a big crunch or keep on expanding forever into an infinitely empty big freeze. Others reckon our cosmic endgame will be decided by a mysterious kind of energy that shatters the universe in a big rip. But there is a more immediate cataclysm that may already be barrelling towards us at the speed of light: they call it the big slurp. The slurp in question starts with a quantum fluctuation that sets a bubble rolling across the universe like a cosmic tidal wave, obliterating everything in its path. We should take this possibility seriously, says John Ellis at King’s College London. In fact, it is less a matter of if this apocalypse will play out, but when. “It could happen while we’re talking,” he says. Theorists like Ellis are actually surprised that such a catastrophe hasn’t already occurred in the observable universe. But rather than taking our precarious existence for granted, they are using the plain fact we are still here as a tool. The thinking is that there could be some exotic physics preserving us. This kind of existential cosmology is even helping physicists filter through their myriad models of the universe, and could tell us how the cosmos began in the first place. “You may need something that stabilises [the universe], and it could be a new physics,” says Arttu Rajantie… Source link #Existential #cosmology #universe #vanish #moment #hasnt Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Samsung’s mega ****** Friday appliance ***** is live – save up to $1,700 Samsung’s mega ****** Friday appliance ***** is live – save up to $1,700 Large appliances can be a costly investment, but thankfully, during ****** Friday deals, many of the biggest home appliance brands, like Samsung, drastically cut the prices of some of their most popular refrigerators, cookers, washers, and dryers. This year, we’ve seen the biggest price cut saved for post-Thanksgiving sales, slashing more than $1,000 off of some of Samsung’s latest and smartest appliances. In particular, its full-depth Bespoke 4-Door Flex Refrigerator has seen a phenomenal $1,700 discount at Samsung, meaning you can enjoy its premium AI Family Hub+ and AI Vision features at a fraction of the price. Below, we’ve listed the best deals from Samsung’s appliance deals, but we’re also updating our guides to the best ****** Friday air fryer and coffee maker deals if you’re looking to fully deck out your kitchen. Samsung ****** Friday ***** – quick links Audio: $40 off Galaxy Buds3 Pro Appliances: get up to $1,700 off refrigerators, ranges, and more Phones: up to $1,600 off Fold 6, Galaxy S24, and Flip 6 Laptops: up to $1,050 off Galaxy Book Smartwatches: $400 off Galaxy Watch Ultra with trade Tablets: up to $1,000 off the Galaxy Tab S10 series TVs: $1,900 off latest OLED, QLED, and Neo QLED TVs Today’s best Samsung appliance deals More of today’s ****** Friday sales Amazon: TVs, smart home & air fryers from $12.99 Apple: AirPods, iPads, MacBooks from $89.99 Best Buy: $1,000 off 4K TVs, laptops & headphones Cheap TVs: smart TVs at Best Buy from $69.99 Christmas trees: top-rated trees from $54.99 Dell: best-selling Inspiron & XPS laptops from $279.99 Dreamcloud: mattress deals from $349 + free shipping Holiday: decor, lights, Christmas trees & PJs from $10.99 Home Depot: 40% off tools, appliances & furniture Lowe’s: holiday decor, appliances & tools from $17.31 Nectar: up to 50% off all mattresses Nordstrom: 46% off boots, coats, jeans & jewelry Samsung: $1,500+ off TVs, phones, watches & appliances Target: save on furniture, tech & clothing Walmart: cheap TVs, ****** vacs, furniture & appliances Source link #Samsungs #mega #****** #Friday #appliance #***** #live #save Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Prince Harry jokes in tattoo sketch for Invictus Prince Harry jokes in tattoo sketch for Invictus Prince Harry has appeared in a knockabout comedy sketch about getting a tattoo, as he promotes the next round of his Invictus Games. The prince plays the part of a nervous customer as he faces the prospect of getting a first tattoo from US singer Jelly Roll. “Alright, ****** it, let’s go,” says the prince, in a video published on social media. In exchange the singer says he will appear at the Invictus Games for wounded service men and women, being held in Vancouver in February. The release of the video might also explain why the prince was seen in a tattoo parlour in New York earlier this year. Jelly Roll, no stranger to the tattooist’s art himself, says he wants to give the prince a tattoo on the neck, as the pair are filmed in the East Side Ink tattoo studio. “I was thinking of my lower back or my…” as the prince points towards his backside and the captions turn to emojis. Jelly Roll, who has spent time in jail, promises a small tattoo – which turns out to be a big advert for the games on Prince Harry’s neck. “Commitment prince,” urges the singer, when Harry flinches and seems to have that inking feeling. The comedy video and pretend tattoo, which seem a very long way from anything likely to be published by the royal palaces, are intended to grab attention for this winter’s Invictus Games. Jelly Roll, who has won country music awards, will appear at the closing ceremony in Vancouver on 16 February. Source link #Prince #Harry #jokes #tattoo #sketch #Invictus Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Donald Trump’s Apparent Baldness Is Going Viral In A New Photo Donald Trump’s Apparent Baldness Is Going Viral In A New Photo Over the many unfortunate years of President-elect Donald Trump’s time in the public eye, his hair has undoubtedly been the subject of utter bafflement. Allison Robbert-Pool / Getty Images In September, Trump called himself a “nice-looking man” and lifted up the front of his “hair” at a rally in Pennsylvania to cheers from the crowd. JIM WATSON/AFP via Getty Images Well, this weekend you might have noticed a picture of Elon Musk, Donald, Donald Trump Jr., Mike Johnson, and RFK Jr. eating McDonald’s on a private jet: Twitter: @margomartin Dima Zeniuk, an apparent employee of Elon’s, subsequently posted another angle of the First Buddy and the 78-year-old on this nightmare blunt rotation of a flight: Twitter: @DimaZeniuk Aaaaand the screencap of Trump’s hair quickly went viral: Twitter: @jdpoc Of course, there are many more things to criticize the felon for: Fearmongering and telling ******* ***** about immigrants! Being found liable for *****! The whole Jan. 6 thing! But let’s take a moment to marvel at the state of a man who just has soooooo many opinions on the bodies of others. Remember that video of his hair flapping in the wind from 2017? Jim Watson / AFP via Getty Images Now, why do I get the feeling this will set off Trump supporters more than an article about his *******…? What do you think?! Source link #Donald #Trumps #Apparent #Baldness #Viral #Photo Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Remedy Clarifies Its Stance On Using AI In Games Remedy Clarifies Its Stance On Using AI In Games The topic of AI is already clouding the outlook of various industries, including video games. No one knows what that will mean for the future of game development, but Remedy–the developer behind Alan Wake 2 and Control–has clarified its stance on the topic while revealing that the company has utilized it for years. “AI is a very wide topic,” said chief technology officer Mika Vehkala during Remedy’s recent financial presentation. “Remedy has been using various AI models and techniques before the recent emergence and interest towards [it] happened. We are constantly working with our partners to look for opportunities that this can give. We are actually using some of these tools that are more popular and suit our needs at the moment.” Vehkala and chief product officer Markus Mäki also stressed that Remedy isn’t using AI to replace creative jobs or actors. Instead, the company is using the technology to handle the “dull” parts of game development like tracking movements through motion-capture performances. Vehkala also disclosed that Remedy has a dedicated person at the company whose job requires them to keep an eye on the emerging tech. But he added that Remedy is not rushing into it. In October, Remedy shared the first look at FBC: Firebreak, the upcoming spin-off from Control that will be released in 2025. Alan Wake 2’s DLC was recently revealed to have a teaser for Control 2. That game doesn’t currently have a release window. But those aren’t the only titles among Remedy’s future games that could be affected by the company’s use of AI. Source link #Remedy #Clarifies #Stance #Games Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Google may finally merge Chromebooks and Android Google may finally merge Chromebooks and Android Joe Maring / Digital Trends Google may be working to merge Chrome OS into its Android operating system to strengthen the value proposition of the software for its best Android tablets. While rumors circulate about Google’s Pixel Tablet 2, experts speculate on how the brand can use future devices to compete with Apple’s stronghold in the tablet market with its iPad line. Sources told Android Authority that Google may be closer to unifying its Android and ChromeOS operating systems for the benefit of bridging this gap. Not only would Android gain highlight features from ChromeOS but in the future, some of the best Chromebooks may also run under a reimagined Android OS, that is more attuned for entertainment as well as productivity. The source added this could be a project that takes several years to unfold. If the project came to fruition, a blend of Android tablets and Chromebooks running Android could potentially push the software market share in Google’s favor. There is also a Pixel Laptop rumored to be released running an Android operating system. Despite being a software and services titan in many different arenas, Google has been unable to truly challenge Apple when it comes to tablet market share. Many hardware brands, including Samsung, Amazon, Lenovo, OnePlus, and Xiaomi partner with Google to use the Android operating system on their tablets. Additionally, Google introduced its own Pixel Tablet in 2023. Even so, Apple still dominates the tablet market with a single tablet line, which takes up 55% of the global market share with iOS, 45% of the market goes to Android devices, and 0.11% goes to Linux in October 2024, according to StatCounter. Pixel Tablet 2 rumors suggest the device could be released in 2025, which could make it ineligible for the long-standing project. However, subsequent Pixel Tablet models could potentially be released with the fused Android and ChromeOS system, according to Android Headlines. Though Google has not shared any official details about plans to merge Chrome OS and Android, the brand did discuss in June, how it would implement parts of Android’s tech stack into ChromeOS. The publication noted that the stack included “Android Linux kernel and Android frameworks,” with apps, features, and extensions that could be a part of the project. Android Headlines noted that Google isn’t the only brand that has blended operating systems on a single device. The Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 5 Hybrid notably works as an Android tablet but morphs into a Windows laptop when connected to a keyboard. Brands including HP and Dell have also previously released similar products to the market. Source link #Google #finally #merge #Chromebooks #Android Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

New 2024 Thanksgiving Dishes Our Recipe Testers Loved This Year New 2024 Thanksgiving Dishes Our Recipe Testers Loved This Year Pickle biscuits, sour cream pound cake, esquites stuffing and more new recipes we think you’ll adore, too. A pear and cranberry crisp tastes like pie, but is far easier to assemble.Linda Xiao for The New York Times. Food Stylist: Yossy Arefi. Published Nov. 18, 2024Updated Nov. 19, 2024 At New York Times Cooking, we rely on professional recipe testers to ensure each and every new recipe is clear, works and tastes great. They test about a thousand recipes a year, which is a lot of cooking and eating, so when they really love something, it’s worth taking note. These are a few of the new Thanksgiving recipes that a handful of our testers — Kayla Hoang, Janet McCracken, Lisa Nicklin, Tina Ujlaki and Ben Weiner — couldn’t stop raving about. “PICKLEBISCUITSSSSWOWOW. The pickle is super pleasant and not overpowering. The brine adds a nice little ***** that was delightful.” Sandwich these with ham and cheese or enjoy them on their own.Armando Rafael for The New York Times. Food Stylist: Samantha Seneviratne. As if biscuits couldn’t get any better, Andy Baraghani adds finely chopped pickles and their brine for super flaky results. For some salty-**********, serve them with honeyed ham. See the recipe. A pear and cranberry crisp tastes like pie, but is far easier to assemble.Linda Xiao for The New York Times. Food Stylist: Yossy Arefi. “Very accessible, looked beautiful, tasted terrific. This was a big hit in my house!” Yossy Arefi combines sweet pears with tart cranberries (fresh and dried) in this gorgeous crisp that has everything you want in a Thanksgiving dessert. See the recipe. Cilantro-mint chutney and tamarind chutney are delicious accompaniments to this puffed rice dish.Armando Rafael for The New York Times. Food Stylist: Samantha Seneviratne. “So festive! I loved the lightly fried tortilla strips in the mix.” Priya Krishna’s sweet-salty-fresh-crunchy chaat is the ultimate Thanksgiving food: You can prep it in advance, and assemble (or rather, show off) in front of your guests. See the recipe. The turkey’s already juicy and the gravy makes it even better.Christopher Testani for The New York Times. Food Stylist: Cyd Raftus McDowell. “The turkey was really, really good. So juicy, tender and not at all dry.” If you’re serving a small crowd, have limited oven space or just need more white meat for the table, Sarah DiGregorio’s slow-cooker turkey ******* is here for you. See the recipe. Queso and crema on top of this double corn stuffing bring richness and freshness.Linda Xiao for The New York Times. Food Stylist: Monica Pierini. “Fun and delicious! If it had another pound of chorizo in it, it could be the centerpiece of the meal (and without chorizo, it would be awesome for vegetarians too).” In this recipe from Rick Martinez, fresh corn, chorizo, onions, poblanos, jalapeños and garlic jazz up Southern-style cornbread stuffing, finished with a healthy drizzle of crema and a sprinkle of queso blanco on top. See the recipe. Setting fried chicken on a rack keeps the craggy skin crispy.David Malosh for The New York Times. Food Stylist: Simon Andrews. Prop Stylist: Megan Hedgpeth. “If I had the time and my body could handle it, I’d make this chicken at least once a month. This was insane (in the very best way).” Once you try Sohla El-Waylly’s fried chicken, which is seasoned with parsley and sage for a just-right Thanksgiving-y flavor, you’ll never go back to the big bird. See the recipe. Oyster crackers make this version of the snack easy to pop in your mouth.David Malosh for The New York Times. Food Stylist: Simon Andrews. “These were great, and super easy to make. The spicy-salty mix would make this great as a drinking snack.” Hungry guests can be hangry guests, so don’t forget the pre-dinner snacks. Sheela Prakash’s spicy little crackers, also known as comeback crackers, are seasoned with from-scratch ranch seasoning and crushed red pepper, then baked until crunchy and perfectly poppable. See the recipe. This is all the *******, cheese richness you want on the Thanksgiving table.David Malosh for The New York Times. Food Stylist: Simon Andrews. “This was a super satisfying dish. The cauliflower is cooked wonderfully with the cheese being perfectly melty and toasty right on top.” Here’s a gloriously rich side dish from Andy Baraghani that can be made with just six ingredients: cauliflower, shallots, Cheddar, heavy cream, rosemary and garlic. Yum. See the recipe. Classic vanilla pound cake develops a fine, tender crumb with sour cream.Linda Xiao for The New York Times. Food Stylist: Monica Pierini. “The aroma that came from making this batter brought me straight back to the days I’d help my mom prepare boxed cake mixes as a **** (and I mean this in a very good, nostalgic way).” Show up at the potluck with this tangy stunner from Vallery Lomas, and you’re sure to be invited back next year. See the recipe. Baking rolls in deep pan gives you tall, tender bread.Armando Rafael for The New York Times. Food Stylist: Yossy Arefi. “This recipe is so easy and rewarding! Hot, pillowy, tender rolls that cry out for a slab of salted butter.” Making Thanksgiving rolls can seem like a tall ask, but with this breezy recipe from Yossy Arefi, they’re completely doable. Slather them with butter, and forget your troubles. See the recipe. The crisp, flavorful crust on the seasoned rice is a highlight of this stunner,David Malosh for The New York Times. Food Stylist: Simon Andrews. “The cranberries and caramelized onion with the rosemary provide this perfectly autumnal flavor profile that is just wonderfully comforting and absolutely crucial.” Deeply savory and buttery with crisp edges and pockets of tart cranberry, this Thanksgiving-inspired tachin from Andy Baraghani would make a spectacular stand-in for stuffing. See the recipe. The icing is optional, but highly recommended for these muffins.Armando Rafael for The New York Times. Food Stylist: Yossy Arefi. “This was a really tasty muffin.” A classic combination done right in these light muffins from Yossy Arefi. It also works great with gluten-free flour. See the recipe. Ras el hanout makes caramelized vegetables more flavorful.Linda Xiao for The New York Times. Food Stylist: Monica Pierini. “The vegetables are perfectly roasted with a fantastic tenderness, and great deep caramelization. The mint is a very welcome herbaceous note that perfectly complements all throughout.” Nargisse Benkabbou makes this simple dish of roasted vegetables special by adding ras el hanout, a warm and aromatic blend of spices from North ******* including turmeric, coriander, ginger, cumin, cardamom and nutmeg. See the recipe. Butter sizzles all around the dough, infusing these biscuits with richness and making them crisp.Christopher Testani for The New York Times. Food Stylist: Simon Andrews. “Really tasty and super straightforward biscuit. This is a great building block recipe for just about any novice to learn a basic baking recipe.” The batter for these easy biscuits from Naz Deravian is made in one bowl, then spread over melted butter, which makes it look like it’s — you guessed it — swimming in butter. As it bakes, the butter gets absorbed into the biscuits, which means crisp, buttery edges and pillowy insides without any rolling out or cutting. See the recipe. With this easy technique, you get tender carrots and crisp kale at the same time.Linda Xiao for The New York Times. Food Stylist: Yossy Arefi. “I loved this — it’s so simple, but so delicious. The carrots (even the thickest ones) were tender and sweet. The kale was soft with a few crispy edges and the two went beautifully together.” This simple, four-ingredient side dish from Yossy Arefi comes together on a single sheet pan so you can work something green and vegetal onto the table. See the recipe. Cornbread goes even more savory with the addition of roasted peppers and salty cheese.Armando Rafael for The New York Times. Food Stylist: Simon Andrews. “It was perfect. Soft, tender interior with just a little bit of **********. Happy to make this without pulling out a mixer!” Basic cornbread is great, but fold bits of roasted red pepper and feta crumbles into the batter, as Lidey Heuck does, for a real treat. The sour cream in the batter keeps the bread moist, which means it’s ideal for making ahead. See the recipe. This lovely fall dish would be just as tasty as a vegetarian main.David Malosh for The New York Times. Food Stylist: Simon Andrews. “Terrific, easy and clean method for roasting beets (very satisfying to hear the sizzle inside the bags when they get removed from the oven) and I can’t say enough good things about the bright, lemony flavor of the yogurt. Great contrasting textures and flavors — a big hit.” Beets are delicious, but cooking them can be a messy venture leading to pink fingertips for days. In this smart recipe from Vivian Chan-Tam, she calls for roast-steaming them in foil packets until the flesh is soft and the skin can be more easily removed. See the recipe. Here’s a dip for you cottage cheese lovers.Linda Xiao for The New York Times. Food Stylist: Yossy Arefi. “Loved it best with potato chips but great with crudités, pretzels, etc., too. And yay for featuring the eternally unsung cottage cheese!” Long considered a 1950s diet food, cottage cheese gets its star turn in this herb-packed dip from Yossy Arefi. For the best flavor, be sure to use the full-**** option. See the recipe. Cranberries give this pie a lovely ***** and beautiful hue.Linda Xiao for The New York Times. Food Stylist: Samantha Seneviratne. Prop Stylist: Paige Hicks. “I’ve never had cranberry-flavored meringue before and loved it. The citrus custard is a lovely balance of tangy and sweet.” Readers are already in love with this gorgeous pie from Vaughn Vreeland. Inspired by lemon meringue, the filling is a lemon-orange curd made even brighter with a pale pink, cranberry-infused topping. See the recipe. These biscuits taste great with savory dishes and as a sweet treat.Linda Xiao for The New York Times. Food Stylist: Yossy Arefi. “These are super simple to mix together by hand. The ‘somewhere between sweet and savory’ is spot on, and the honey butter is excellent with that little bit of salt that makes all the difference.” These pumpkin drop biscuits from Yossy Arefi are a great way to use up the last bit of pumpkin purée in the can, and the honey butter makes them sing. See the recipe. A fragrant spice rub seasons these juicy turkey legs.David Malosh for The New York Times. Food Stylist: Simon Andrews. “I was so impressed by what the air fryer could do in such a short amount of time. The drumsticks came out deeply ******** in some spots and with a nice char in others. Great, flavorful rub — a bit smoky and very savory.” Fans of dark meat and Renaissance fairs alike will love this easy and relatively fast recipe from Vivian Chan-Tam. In just 35 minutes, you’ll end up with perfectly cooked turkey legs that taste like they’ve been roasting for hours. See the recipe. This is delicious with meat, but also great with roasted vegetables.Armando Rafael for The New York Times. Food Stylist: Samantha Seneviratne. “Delicious gravy, perfect to serve alongside any roast, with the extra perk that it’s vegetarian and can be served alongside any vegan meal. It’s also handy if you are looking to make a do-ahead gravy.” Carolina Gelen combines caramelized shallots, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar and fresh herbs for a rounded and complex vegan gravy that will make everyone happy. See the recipe. Source link #Thanksgiving #Dishes #Recipe #Testers #Loved #Year Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Bitcoin rises to a new record as investors absorb increasing Ukraine-Russia tensions Bitcoin rises to a new record as investors absorb increasing Ukraine-Russia tensions Thomas Trutschel | Photothek | Getty Images Bitcoin moved higher Tuesday amid rising geopolitical tensions between Ukraine and Russia. The price of the flagship cryptocurrency was last higher by more than 2% at $93,803.51, according to Coin Metrics, topping its previous intraday record of $93,469.08, reached last week. Shares of MicroStrategy, which trade as a bitcoin proxy, rose nearly 10%. The move follows overnight to reports that Russian President Vladimir ****** warned the U.S. that the threshold for the use of nuclear weapons had come down in response to President Joe Biden allowing Ukraine to use U.S. missiles to strike military targets inside Russia. Initially, bitcoin moved higher while stocks sold off. In afternoon trading, however, bitcoin advanced further as the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite erased losses. Stock Chart IconStock chart icon Bitcoin rose slightly amid rising Ukraine-Russia tensions Bitcoin has benefited from recent enthusiasm for cryptocurrencies after the U.S. presidential election — it’s currently up 33% for the month. Like gold, crypto assets are also seen by many investors as a “non-confiscatable,” long-term hedge against geopolitical uncertainty. “The most significant long-term correlations for bitcoin are a negative correlation with the U.S. dollar and a positive correlation with money supply growth,” Matt Sigel, head of digital assets research at VanEck, said Oct. 28 on CNBC’s “Squawk Box.” “Bitcoin is a chameleon,” Sigel added. “Its correlations change over time; it’s hard to predict what it’s going to be correlated with over the short term.” Bitcoin has behaved as a safe haven before. It outperformed during the crisis in the regional banking system in early 2023, for example. But because bitcoin is also a risky asset without a long history, with extreme volatility that can benefit short-term traders, some have a hard time arguing that bitcoin is necessarily attractive forever. Citigroup, for example, in a note Monday reiterated the bank’s view that bitcoin doesn’t exhibit store-of-value properties. “Gold peaked by October-end, nearly a week prior to Election Day,” Citi’s Alex Saunders wrote. “And with risk-on (and idiosyncratic) sentiment supporting crypto, and FX/rates headwinds building for gold, the two are unlikely to be strongly correlated in the near-term.” Don’t miss these cryptocurrency insights from CNBC PRO: Source link #Bitcoin #rises #record #investors #absorb #increasing #UkraineRussia #tensions Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Starfield Has Surpassed 15 Million Players, Bethesda Reveals Starfield Has Surpassed 15 Million Players, Bethesda Reveals Bethesda Game Studios has revealed that little more than a year after the game was released worldwide, Starfield has hit 15 million players. It took the game almost a year to rack up two million players on top of the 13 million that was revealed in December 2023, following a remarkably successful launch window for the game. Is that performance lacking something? After all, Starfield is free on Game Pass on both PC and Xbox and just weeks ago, the game’s first major expansion was released – along with mods earlier this year. Sustainability In a post on the Bethesda Game Studios blog page, the team wrote: Thank you to the over 15 million players who are adventuring through the stars in Starfield! We’re thrilled that so many of you have embarked on this journey with us, and we appreciate your feedback. We are always looking for ways to improve your experience playing the game and wanted to give our community an update on the most recent adjustments we’ve made to Starfield. This month, Starfield will get ‘achievement-friendly’ Creations, countless quality-of-life improvements, and some new goodies for players to download and use, such as the ‘Deimog’ land vehicle: As a special gift to our players for our 15 million player landmark, get ready to conquer the terrain of unexplored planets with the all-new Deimog, the latest addition to Starfield’s lineup of high-performance land vehicles. Built for speed and endurance, the Deimog features a fully enclosed cabin to keep you protected as you race through rugged landscapes. Its exceptional handling allows you to navigate even the trickiest terrain with ease, while a powerful rocket launcher ensures you’re prepared for any threats—be it hostile wildlife or clusters of enemies. Starfield is in something of a downswing right now. It’s no big secret that it wasn’t the sustainable success story that Bethesda Game Studios was hoping for. On Steam, Starfield has slunk down to an all-time low 24-hour peak player count of just 5,300 users – that’s from an ATH of 330,597. On streaming and social channels, the game has dwindled to nothing. Take Twitch, for example – the game peaked at launch with 552,021 viewers, but at the time of writing, just 70 people are watching Starfield gameplay. Do you think Starfield bombed? Let us know on the Insider Gaming forum. For more Insider Gaming coverage, check out the news that EA is going **** with Battlefield 6 playtests Subscribe to our newsletter to receive the latest news and exclusive leaks every week! No Spam. Source link #Starfield #Surpassed #Million #Players #Bethesda #Reveals Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Prusa Announces New CORE One Flagship 3D Printer Prusa Announces New CORE One Flagship 3D Printer Prusa Research caught everyone off guard with the launch of its new Core XY 3D printer, the CORE One. The printer is on display today at FormNext, an industrial trade show taking place in Frankfurt, Germany from November 19 to 22, 2024. The fully assembled machine is available to pre-order for $1,199 and will start shipping in January 2025. This machine is not Prusa’s first Core XY 3D printer. In 2021, Prusa Research announced it was working on the Prusa Pro AFS, which stands for Automated Farm System. This machine consists of a bank of short Core XY 3D printers in a giant cabinet, complete with a robotic arm to remove prints. I saw two of the AFS machines in use at Prusa HQ when I toured the factory this summer. What I didn’t see was any trace of the CORE One in development – Prusa is very good at keeping secrets. A Prusa AFS taking up much of the Prusa Research Lab in Prague. (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) Prusa fans have long been demanding a Core XY to go head-to-head with one of the Best 3D Printers, the Bambu Lab’s X1 Carbon, citing the obvious existence of the Pro AFS. Instead, they got the rather expensive Prusa XL tool changer in 2023 and then the improved MK4 in 2024. Jo Prusa seems to be biding his time, waiting for the CORE One to be fully mature and ready to launch. In true Prusa style, the CORE One is not just a copy of other Core XY designs. Josef Prusa said in a blog post that the new machine has an innovative “exoskeleton” design made of steel that is assembled with screws. This allows the user to completely tear down the machine for maintenance and repairs with no more than a screwdriver. Every part is user-serviceable and backed by Prusa Research technical support. (Image credit: Prusa Research) The CORE One has a 250 x 220 x 270mm build volume, slightly taller than the MK4S bed slinger, but taking up 30% less shelf space due to its compact design. It has a heated chamber for printing technical filaments and boasts an advanced cooling system to not only remove fumes but also allow PLA and PETG to be printed with the door closed. This may seem like a small detail, but many enclosed machines have suffered clogs from printing low-melt PLA in an environment that is too warm. It’s designed to share parts with the MK4S and XL and uses the same electronics and Nextruder hotend. The CORE One and MK4S use the same heated bed and build plate. Though we have not received a CORE One for testing yet, we do have some interesting stats from Josef Prusa’s announcement blog post. The machine will be around 120% faster than the MK4S and up to 260% faster than the MK3S+. Its high-flow nozzle eliminates the need for “high-speed” filament. It has a side spool holder, an optional camera, and a ***** in the steel side panel for hanging magnetic tool organizers, shelves, or other personalizations. The clear panels are made of “virtually indestructible” high-end polymer – not glass – with a door hinge that can be moved to open to the left or right. Get Tom’s Hardware’s best news and in-depth reviews, straight to your inbox. If you’re suddenly feeling buyer’s remorse from recently purchasing a MK4S, don’t. Prusa will release an MK4S to CORE One conversion kit this spring. The conversion kit will be $449. (Image credit: Prusa Research) The CORE One is also compatible with the Prusa MMU3, making it truly competitive with Bambu Lab’s X1 Carbon Combo. A CORE One kit with an MMU3 would cost $1,308, which is $141 dollars cheaper than an X1C Combo at retail price. (Image credit: Prusa Research) Source link #Prusa #Announces #CORE #Flagship #Printer Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Stellantis delays Ram electric pickup trucks until 2025 Stellantis delays Ram electric pickup trucks until 2025 Stellantis’ Ram 1500 Revolution battery-electric concept pickup truck is introduced during a keynote address by Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavaras during CES 2023 at The Venetian Resort Las Vegas on January 05, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Ethan Miller | Getty Images DETROIT — Stellantis is delaying the launch of its Ram electric pickup trucks from this year until the first half of 2025, as the transatlantic automaker continues testing the vehicles. CEO Carlos Tavares on Tuesday declined to disclose details about what caused the delays or specific timing on the electric trucks, which include an all-electric “REV” model and an extended-range “Ramcharger” that’s equipped with an electric generator and a gas engine. “We are just facing a very significant amount of workload, and we want to be very prudent in the way we validate the products, so we take our time, and we make sure that we manage the peak,” Tavares said during an online media event. “We don’t want to rush. … It’s better to take a few weeks more to validate properly than to rush and then to make mistakes in terms of quality. That’s what we are doing now.” Tavares said work needs to be completed on the Dodge Charger Daytona and Jeep Wagoneer S EVs, which are expected to be released by the end of this year, before turning to the new trucks. Stellantis’ upcoming electric pickups are the first that will be built on the company’s new “STLA Frame platform” for its larger trucks and Jeep SUVs. It is expected to be a “multi-energy platform” that’s capable of internal combustion engines and hybrids, as well as electric models using batteries, fuel cells and range-extended electric propulsion systems. Stellantis has said the Ramcharger extended-range electric vehicle can operate as a zero-emissions EV until its battery ***** and an electric onboard generator — powered by a 27-gallon, 3.6-liter V6 engine — kicks on to power the vehicle. The automaker reconfirmed plans Tuesday for the REV to be capable of 500 miles on a single charge as well as the Ramcharger’s expected class-leading range of up to 690 miles. “We are managing the peak between the products that we have ahead of us,” Tavares said. “[There’s a] huge product blitz coming to the U.S. market in the next few months.” 2024 Dodge Charger Daytona ***** Pack EV Dodge Stellantis’ U.S. EV offensive is set to begin at an inopportune time for the automaker, as President-elect Donald Trump has vowed to lower or repeal many Biden administration goals and funding for all-electric vehicles. Last week it was reported that Trump’s transition team is planning to ***** the $7,500 consumer tax credit for EV purchases as part of broader tax-reform legislation. Doing so would deliver on Trump’s campaign comments about removing such incentives and EV initiatives. Tavares, who has criticized governments for EV regulations but also has touted the benefits of them, said the company “will adapt” to any changes made by the Trump administration. Source link #Stellantis #delays #Ram #electric #pickup #trucks Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Bloober Team is ‘working on’ Silent Hill 2 PS5 Pro graphical issues Bloober Team is ‘working on’ Silent Hill 2 PS5 Pro graphical issues Bloober Team has said it’s working to fix graphical issues Silent Hill 2 players have been encountering on PlayStation 5 Pro. “Is the team aware of some issues on PS5 Pro?” the studio was asked on X this week. “Game is phenomenal so far btw. Just spreading awareness of graphical issues on PS5 Pro.” “We’re working on it!” Bloober replied. According to Digital Foundry, Silent Hill 2’s PS5 Pro upgrade delivers a boost in frame-rate on both quality and performance modes, creating a more stable 30 and 60 frames per second. However, it also introduces “some glaring image stability issues not found on the standard PlayStation 5 – and this looks to be another game with a troubled PSSR upscaling implementation”. We’re working on it! — Bloober Team (@BlooberTeam) November 18, 2024 The game’s latest patch, version 1.05, reportedly introduces issues on PS5 Pro across both modes, but most notably in performance mode. “Compared to the base PS5’s upscaling method (TSR), there’s often a visible downgrade in image quality: more visual noise, flicker, and temporal instability in movement,” the site states. “Most notably, walking around Silent Hill‘s streets, PSSR breaks the stability of the game’s Lumen reflections and GI. “On the 60fps performance mode, world reflections in puddles now jitter from left to right, with no anti-aliasing to disguise their pixellation. Still shots don’t do it justice; they break up during movement itself. “The second problem is the presentation of Lumen GI on PS5 Pro,” Digital Foundry continues. “Across the game’s early woodland route, the use of Lumen to simulate indirect lighting and shadow is affected: there are shimmering artefacts on shadowed elements, whereas on base PS5 they appear entirely stable.” Electronic Arts has also said that it’s “aware of issues with Star Wars Jedi: Survivor on PlayStation 5 Pro” and is “actively investigating” the matter. Source link #Bloober #Team #working #Silent #Hill #PS5 #Pro #graphical #issues Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

From beauty model to tech role model – this year’s most influential woman in *** tech From beauty model to tech role model – this year’s most influential woman in *** tech “My husband has to sew my buttons on – I still can’t sew,” confesses co-CEO of technology education charity Tech She Can, Sheridan Ash. This year’s Computer Weekly most influential woman in *** technology has always had a sense of wanting to right the injustice inflicted on women by gender stereotyping. “At school, the ****** had to do sewing or needlework or typing, and the boys did metalwork and woodwork. So I went to the local newspaper. I set up a petition. I got other pupils to stand outside the school with placards. Anyway, I got it changed. Hence, I can’t sew or type, but I’m great at welding,” says Ash. Computer Weekly attended the launch of the first Tech She Can research eight years ago, when it was still a part of Ash’s work at PwC. Ash has since left the professional services firm to focus on the technology education charity full-time, but like many women in the tech sector, her journey has not been linear. Ash left school at 16 with no qualifications, which she puts down, in part, to undiagnosed dyslexia. Not knowing what to do, she accepted a modelling job she was offered when window shopping with her mother in London. While this sufficed for a while, in her early 20s, Ash needed a career change for various reasons. After getting help with her dyslexia, she returned to education to study psychological sciences, then worked in the pharmaceutical industry before returning to school again to gain a master’s in business administration. Eventually, Ash was offered a job at PwC to implement the firm’s health and technology practice. Pushing for equality Ash has always been passionate about equality – hence wanting to weld at school – and in her role at PwC, she started to notice the diversity gap in the technology sector. “What was going wrong? Why was it so predominantly male?” she found herself wondering at the time. After the firm selected its first technology leader to sit on the board, the work Ash had done to collect data around diversity, both within PwC and the wider sector, began to pay off in a big way. The Tech She Can team She explains: “I worked directly for that technology leader. I wrote the whole technology and innovation strategy for the firm, and at the heart of that, I embedded the piece around diversity.” It was when working with the board of PwC eight years ago that Ash was inspired to commission the first piece of research on diversity, which eventually evolved into the Tech She Can movement. Ash says while there had been research at the time about the lack of women in the sector and the reasons for that, there was not enough around why younger ****** were overlooking jobs in tech. After asking thousands of young people between the ages of 18 and 24, Ash explains: “They said, ‘We know who Sheryl Sandberg is, and Ada Lovelace, but one’s been ***** a long time and the other’s a COO’. What they were looking for is relatable role models, people [in roles] they could see a pathway to.” The research also found ****** were less likely than boys to have technology suggested to them as a career option by others in their lives, such as teachers, parents or career advisors. ****** were also more likely to say they wanted a career that has a positive impact on society, but Ash speculates the digital native generations don’t see how technology can achieve that because it’s so embedded in their lives. She explains: “They wanted to have a positive impact on themselves, the community, their family, the *** and the wider world, and they didn’t understand the relationship between technology and doing that.” Recognising that no single person or organisation will be able to shift the dial alone, Tech She Can is focused on acting as a “bridge” between government, schools and industry. “We’re quite good at bridging that demand and supply [gap], along with [addressing] what’s putting ****** off, the perception issues and all of those things,” Ash claims. “Often, you don’t get [to hear] teachers’, schools’ and children’s voices.” Changing perceptions Tech She Can was launched as a charter with 18 partner organisations to collaborate on improving the pipeline of women going into technology roles. As part of this, it has become focused on helping educate children about tech careers. A common barrier between young ****** and tech careers is a lack of understanding about what a tech career involves, what roles are available, how to go about pursuing a tech career, and the kinds of people who work in the industry. This goes hand in hand with a lack of visible and accessible role models, as young women are less likely to be drawn to a career if they don’t see anyone like them in such roles. Photographer: Elyse Marks “I want to persuade ****** they have a role to play in making sure that the world isn’t just developed by a lot of white tech bros, that they could be part of making sure the world is a fit place for everybody, and that it is somewhere women are treated equally in creating that world” Sheridan Ash, Tech She Can Ash urges: “We’ve got to start changing these perceptions and addressing the inspiration and aspiration gaps very early on, and children’s understanding of what technology is and what roles and careers there are out there. Nobody seems to be doing that.” Tech She Can regularly visits schools and provides online learning to prepare young people for technology careers, educating them about possible roles and how technology will play a role in their future careers. It also helps government and industry “connect” with schools with the aim of closing the technology skills and diversity gaps. “We don’t teach the coding. We teach the inspiration, the aspiration, and show them how the technology they can use [translates into] careers and jobs.” Last year, Ash left PwC to pursue Tech She Can full-time, launching the initiative as a charity in partnership with co-CEO Claire Thorne. The programme has gone from strength to strength. It now has 200 member organisations, 800 registered “champions”, and has reached more than 130,000 children. At a time when so many organisations are stepping back when it comes to implementing diversity and inclusion in their technology remit, how does Tech She Can make sure those involved are not using it as lip service? “What we concentrate on is what we call our ‘strategic partners’, which are the people who fund us, and across all our partners we train champions to go into schools, we package up all our live lessons in a way that the champions can take them out and deliver them in person. In primary schools, they often do it to a whole assembly, and in secondary schools, it’s usually to individual classes.” During these sessions, the champions explain technology concepts, how they apply in the real world and what tech jobs involve, which over time has changed the way children perceive technology, the subjects they choose to study and what careers they consider in the future. Underpinning it all is data. For example, the organisation uses social mobility data to ensure it offers its services to schools that have the greatest need for it. Being Wonder Woman Wearing other hats, Ash is a non-executive director for several other organisations, leaning into her life-long need to help women achieve equality. But she still has moments when she needs to perform a Wonder Woman-style power pose to amp herself up. Portfolio images of Sheridan Ash as a teen beauty model We often talk about technology role models, and in Ash’s childhood, she aspired to be Wonder Woman. “She kicked the **** of the baddies,” she says. “She wanted to have a positive impact. She did good *****. And that felt right from a young age, whether I was conscious or not about what I wanted in life.” There is plenty of research highlighting the importance of role models for young women, especially in the technology space. Ash is a role model herself. Ash says she wants every young woman to know that not only is technology a “joyful” career, but it is going to be “one of the most important factors of shaping her world”. She says: “I want to persuade ****** they have a role to play in making sure that the world isn’t just developed by a lot of white tech bros, that they could be part of making sure the world is a fit place for everybody, and that it is somewhere women are treated equally in creating that world.” Source link #beauty #model #tech #role #model #years #influential #woman #tech Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Current Seasonal Activity Makes Even the Most Diabolically Boring Nightmare Dungeons Look Interesting Current Seasonal Activity Makes Even the Most Diabolically Boring Nightmare Dungeons Look Interesting Diablo 4‘s Season of Hatred Rising promised to spice up our endgame routine with the introduction of Realmwalkers—mysterious entities that stalk across Sanctuary offering portals to greater challenges and rewards. At least, that was the plan. A Realmwalker in Diablo 4: Season of Hatred Rising. | Image Credit: Blizzard Entertainment As it turns out, these new activities have accomplished something that seemed impossible just months ago: they’ve made Nightmare Dungeons look like the life of the party. And when players are getting nostalgic about running the same corridors over and over, you know something’s gone terribly wrong. The situation has, in fact, become so dire that browsing the game’s subreddit feels like taking a guided tour through the nine circles of player disappointment. Blizzard might want to take notes—this probably isn’t the kind of ***** they were aiming for. Diablo 4‘s Latest Seasonal Letdown The concept seemed promising enough: mysterious Realmwalkers appearing across Sanctuary every 15 minutes (or hourly in Nahantu for those who splurged on the Vessel of Hatred DLC), offering portals to special realms filled with challenges and treasures. It’s like a demonic version of door-to-door sales, except instead of vacuum cleaners, they’re supposedly peddling valuable Seething Opals and seasonal rewards. Unfortunately, much like those door-to-door salespeople, these Realmwalkers are proving to be more of an annoyance than an opportunity in Diablo 4. One frustrated player recently shared their experience: You know something’s amiss when World Tier 4, supposedly the pinnacle of both challenge and reward, feels more like a waste of time than an achievement: Comment byu/plantsandinsects from discussion indiablo4 Even the Realmwalkers themselves seem to have missed the memo about being intimidating adversaries. Rather than feeling like fearsome entities, they’re more like lost tourists wandering around Sanctuary: Comment byu/plantsandinsects from discussion indiablo4 The seasonal rewards aren’t faring much better in players’ estimations: Comment byu/plantsandinsects from discussion indiablo4 When players are actively avoiding new content in favor of activities they previously complained about, it’s a pretty clear sign that something’s gone seriously wrong with the risk-reward balance. The Eternal Grind Gets Grindier What is the point of video games, again? | Image Credit: Blizzard Entertainment The current situation has created an amusing paradox: players must choose between optimal progression and actually having fun. It’s the kind of choice that makes you wonder if someone at Blizzard has a particularly twisted sense of humor: Comment byu/plantsandinsects from discussion indiablo4 While grinding has always been a cornerstone of the Diablo experience, there’s a fine line between satisfying progression and tedious repetition. The current seasonal activity hasn’t just crossed that line—it’s somehow managed to make previous grinds look entertaining by comparison. The irony of the situation is impossible to ignore: Nightmare Dungeons, once considered the very definition of repetitive gameplay, are now looking like the more entertaining option. It’s quite an achievement, though probably not the kind Blizzard was aiming for with this season’s content. What’s your take on Diablo 4‘s current seasonal content? Are you still chasing Realmwalkers around Sanctuary, or have you retreated to the familiar comfort of Nightmare Dungeons? Share your thoughts in the comments below! Source link #Current #Seasonal #Activity #Diabolically #Boring #Nightmare #Dungeons #Interesting Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Google might have a ******** plan to beat Apple’s iPad – turn ChromeOS into Android and take over the tablet world Google might have a ******** plan to beat Apple’s iPad – turn ChromeOS into Android and take over the tablet world Google is apparently planning to transform ChromeOS into Android This new OS could be the best of both worlds for tablets It could be the OS to power a rumored Pixelbook laptop Google could be planning to completely change ChromeOS and essentially turn it into Android, in an effort to build an operating system that’s better suited to tablets – and poaching iPad buyers from Apple. Android Authority claims to have a source (as ever, an anonymous one) who describes a fresh initiative underway at Google which is a multi-year project to effectively transform ChromeOS into Android. This would come with some obvious benefits – instead of working across two operating systems, desktop (well, laptop) and mobile, Google would just have to develop the one multi-platform OS. And it’d address a serious problem Google has faced: Android’s ********, as it stands, to capture enough tablet market share, and specifically premium tablets, where Apple’s iPad very much holds court. This is an area where hybrid 2-in-1 Chromebooks have ******* to make a meaningful impact, too. So, the idea would be to forge a new path forward, one that makes better use of the development resources at Google. It’s debatable exactly what the end result might look like, mainly because it’s still early days, and Google probably doesn’t know itself yet – assuming this rumor is true in the first place. Or it’s an idea that Google is currently kicking around, but will eventually boot out of play. As Android Authority expects it to happen, this is about migrating ChromeOS to the Android platform – while obviously keeping enough of the desktop flavor of the current incarnation of ChromeOS to make it suitable for laptops and tablets. Sign up to be the first to know about unmissable ****** Friday deals on top tech, plus get all your favorite TechRadar content. Analysis: An AI-infused Pixel laptop running Android? (Image credit: Future) Interestingly, we recently heard a separate rumor about Google mulling the resurrection of its Chromebook Pixel laptop range, which was canned a while ago now. So, the further theory is that this future laptop might run the new Android take on ChromeOS, when (or if, rather) it eventually arrives. How likely does this new rumor seem? It’s perhaps a firmer prospect than it would be otherwise simply due to the fact that Google is already moving in this direction. We saw evidence of this earlier in 2024 when the company merged parts of the Android OS with ChromeOS. So, the Android-ification of ChromeOS is already underway, in fact, and guess what one of the major drivers is here? If you said AI then award yourself with a pat on the back, because yes, what’s being ported over currently – which includes building the Android Linux kernel and Android frameworks into ChromeOS – is about ensuring AI features can benefit Chromebooks. More broadly, though, it’s easy to imagine this is leading down the very road this rumor pins down as Google’s ultimate destination. So, if we imagine a future Chromebook Pixel, or Pixelbook perhaps, it might run on what’s essentially a desktop-oriented flavor of Android, and it’ll likely bristle with AI features. With Google also getting the benefit of an OS that really fits a tablet – and doesn’t miss the mark in some respects, like Android for tablets, or Chromebook hybrid tablets (2-in-1 devices) on ChromeOS, neither of which are ideal for a slate. At that point, the battle to challenge the iPad could step up a gear. (Apple holds over half the tablet market, at around 55%, going by the latest global market figures from Statcounter – but the higher-end will be even more pronounced a win for Tim Cook’s firm). This seems to be the working theory for now at least, but it’s early days for these rumors – and even if Google is thinking along those lines, who knows where development of these projects might lead (if anywhere). You might also like Source link #Google #******** #plan #beat #Apples #iPad #turn #ChromeOS #Android #tablet #world Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

PA Supreme Court Orders Election Officials to Stop Counting ******** Ballots in Senate Dispute PA Supreme Court Orders Election Officials to Stop Counting ******** Ballots in Senate Dispute The Pennsylvania Supreme Court has ruled that election officials must stop counting invalidated ballots. The decision comes after the Bucks County Board of Elections voted 2-1 along party lines to include ballots that had been deemed ******** in the recount for the Pennsylvania Senate race. *********** Senator-elect David McCormick won 48.93% of the vote and Democratic incumbent Sen. Bob Casey captured 48.50%, triggering an automatic recount. Democratic commissioners Diane Marseglia and Robert J. Harvie, Jr., voted on November 12th, 2024 to include the ******** ballots, while ********* commissioner Gene DiGirolamo voted no. The two commissioners agreed to include ballots lacking proper signatures and ballots that were either undated or incorrectly dated for the Senate race. They reasoned that ballots with an incorrect date did not indicate the voter was ineligible nor that the vote was illegitimate, NBC News reports. Marseglia is recorded on video of the voting session saying, “I think we all know that precedent by a court doesn’t matter anymore in this country, and people violate laws anytime they want. So, for me, if I violate this law, it’s because I want a court to pay attention to it.” The Democrat Bucks County Commissioners just voted to count misdated and undated mail in ballots to try and help Bob Casey and one of them straight up says that she knows it’s ******** but simply does not care. Dems are trying to steal an election in PA.pic.twitter.com/7KP4Qoy31b — Greg Price (@greg_price11) November 14, 2024 The *********** National Committee (RNC) and the *********** Party of Pennsylvania brought a lawsuit against Bucks, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties’ election boards that had previously voted to tabulate ballots lacking correct dates. The Pennsylvania Supreme Court said all 67 county boards of elections in the state must adhere to a Nov. 1st ruling by the high court that stipulated mail-in ballots must be properly dated to count in the Nov. 5 election. Pennsylvania GOP celebrated the ruling, writing on X, “This is a victory for election integrity and the rule of law. We shall continue to work hard and be vigilant!” We won! The PA Supreme Court issued a ruling today ordering that all 67 PA County Boards Of Election shall comply with their earlier ruling and SHALL NOT COUNT misdated and undated ballots. This is a victory for election integrity and the rule of law. We shall continue to… pic.twitter.com/V7PktrddP9 — Bucks GOP (@BucksGOP) November 18, 2024 *********** National Committee Chairman Michael Whatley responded to the ruling saying, “protect the vote.” MCCORMICK/CASEY RECOUNT UPDATE: Following our latest RNC lawsuit, today the Pennsylvania Supreme Court ruled yet again that undated ballots CANNOT BE COUNTED. No more excuses. Election officials in Bucks, Montgomery, Philadelphia, and other counties have absolutely no choice… — Michael Whatley (@ChairmanWhatley) November 18, 2024 “No more excuses. Election officials in Bucks, Montgomery, Philadelphia, and other counties have absolutely no choice but to ******* ******** ballots. We will hold them to it,” he wrote. “Protect The Vote!” “No more excuses. Election officials in Bucks, Montgomery, Philadelphia, and other counties have absolutely no choice but to ******* ******** ballots. We will hold them to it,” he wrote. “Protect The Vote!” Pennsylvanians deserve to trust that when they cast a vote legally, it is counted. Regardless of the final result, I am committed to ensuring Pennsylvanians’ voices are heard. — Bob Casey Jr. (@Bob_Casey) November 18, 2024 “Pennsylvanians deserve to trust that when they cast a vote legally, it is counted,” the senator continued in the post. “Regardless of the final result, I am committed to ensuring Pennsylvanians’ voices are heard.” Pennsylvania law dictates that a recount begins on Nov. 20 and the results must be reported to the Secretary of the Commonwealth by Nov. 27. Meanwhile, a petition calls for the impeachment of Marseglia and Harvie claiming they “purposely” took “actions to disenfranchise the voters of Bucks County.” The change.org petition has more than 2,600 signatures. ***Please sign up for CBN Newsletters and download the CBN News app to ensure you keep receiving the latest news.*** Source link #Supreme #Court #Orders #Election #Officials #Stop #Counting #******** #Ballots #Senate #Dispute Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Arslan Kaya’s Lost Inscription Links to Materan, the Great Mother Goddess Arslan Kaya’s Lost Inscription Links to Materan, the Great Mother Goddess The legendary Arslan Kaya monument (i.e., lion rock), features a heavily damaged inscription that has been difficult to decipher for ages, and is 2,600 years old. Now, a professor and archaeologist from the USA claims to have deciphered it, saying it spells out ‘ Materan,’ referring to a Mother goddess of the Phyrgians, whose worship flourished in Turkey between 1200 and 600 BC. Apart from weathering and erosion, the monument is also heavily damaged from looters and raiders. Let There Be Light! Dated to the first half of the 6th century BC, the inscription could only be rescued through capturing it in very precise light during specific times of the day, which enhanced its legibility. The research, carried out by Professor Mark Munn, a specialist in ancient Greek history and archaeology at Pennsylvania State University, has been published in the journal Kadmos, a platform for pre-Greek and Greek epigraphy. A view of the Arslankaya inscription at the Monument in Afyon, Turkey. (Ingeborg Simon/CC BY-SA 3.0) “Much depends upon the favorability of the light when photographs are taken,” Munn wrote in his journal article, reporting that these favorable conditions were in existence on the morning of the 25th of April 2024. He then corroborated his images with previous images and records of the same. The Phyrgians knew her “simply as the Mother,” Professor Munn told Live Science via email. “The Greeks knew her as the Mother of the Gods,” while the Romans called her “Magna Mater,” or “Great Mother.” At the time the Arslan Kaya monument was built, a kingdom known as Lydia (an Iron Age kingdom in western Asia Minor that flourished between 1180-547 BC), also worshipping Materan, ruled the area where it is found. The larger inscription likely revealed who commissioned the inscription, and who Materan was to them, and there are many possible candidates since she was so highly regarded throughout the region. Phyrgians: From the Land of Midas The Arslan Kaya monument ***** on top of an imposing rock formation in the Phrygian highlands, modern-day western Turkey. The structure had been carved into a volcanic peak, 15 meters (377.2 ft) high. There is a sculpted façade containing geometric details, and a small niche holding what ******** of the figure of the Mother Goddess; at the base there ***** what ******** of the inscription. Arslankaya, Phrygian monument near Afyon, Türkiye (Ingeborg Simon/CC BY-SA 3.0) There are strong architectural and decorative similarities with monuments from the Midas region, where the Phrygians hail from. LBV Magazine reports that the relief is represented by depictions of sphinxes and lions who symbolize protection and power, typical of Phrygian religious representations. It is interesting to note that Materan was the protector and central deity in Phrygian cosmology, revealing her profound importance to these people. When William Ramsay uncovered the monument and presented his findings to the Western world for the first time in 1884, it was thought the inscription was comprised of random letters, and was therefore patternless. A few years later, Alfred Körte suggested that the letters were ‘ μ.τματεραν,, but was admittedly uncertain. His work would form the basis of research and documentation by later historians, until the 1980s. Dissatisfied with previous research, Munn found marks that supported Körte’s interpretation, as he had emphasized the dividing points between words – a central feature of Phyrgian inscriptions. Yet, there is one distinctive element – the Arslan Kaya inscription features tall and angular text, indicative that perhaps that the Lydian empire was at its peak of power and influence when the inscription was created. Historians recording this era support the idea that religious patronage and political power went hand-in-hand, which is a feature of modern-day societies and nations too. Prior to the spread of organized religion, particularly Christianity and Islam a millennium and a half later, religious groupings were organized around cults. The deity known as Materan was likely used to substantiate the political domination of Lydia and their relationship with the subject people of Phrygia, in a unified continuum at whose center the cult of the Mother Goddess lay. In a counter-argument, some historians have proposed that what Munn offers in terms of research and analysis is neither ******** nor new. In fact, what Munn proposes today was loosely understood in the 19th century itself, and it is likely that debate will continue before a more decisive consensus can be established. Top image: The Arslan Kaya inscription, very deteriorated under the figures of the pediment. Source: Ingeborg Simon/CC BY-SA 3.0 By Sahir Pandey Source link #Arslan #Kayas #Lost #Inscription #Links #Materan #Great #Mother #Goddess Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Alien: Rogue Incursion new story trailer, gameplay details Alien: Rogue Incursion new story trailer, gameplay details The best looking Alien game in forever and you can only play it with technology strapped to your face. Creative Assembly set the bar for systemic A.I. and sustained tension with their oft overlooked masterpiece Alien: Isolation, and although news of a sequel has mercifully been revealed, there is a lingering sense that Alien: Rogue Incursion should have at least afforded players the option to choose how best to enjoy it. Source link #Alien #Rogue #Incursion #story #trailer #gameplay #details Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Mullvad vs. Windscribe: the best VPN for monthly service Mullvad vs. Windscribe: the best VPN for monthly service Most virtual private network (VPN) services require an annual or longer subscription paid in advance to enjoy the lowest monthly cost. However, your needs may change over time and some VPNs like Mullvad and Windscribe offer more affordable prices with just a monthly commitment. Price isn’t the only detail that matters when shopping for the best VPN service. You want good performance, excellent privacy protection, and more. I’ve gone hands-on with both VPNs and found each offers quick, dependable download speeds at servers around the world. In this head-to-head comparison, I’ll explore the features, customer support, and security of Mullvad and Windscribe to help you decide which offers the best value. Specs Mullvad Windscribe Platforms Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android Devices 5 Unlimited Support Email Email, Chatbot Free version? No Yes Tiers and pricing Mullvad and Windscribe VPNs offer unique monthly pricing. Digital Trends Mullvad’s VPN pricing is remarkably simple. It costs 5 euros per month (about $5.31). The average subscription cost of most VPN services is double that amount, making Mullvad stand out from the crowd. While the leading VPNs offer good deals and provide great service, you’ll need to pay $40 to $100 upfront for a year of service. Most VPNs let you protect multiple devices, and Mullvad allows five simultaneous connections. That’s enough to run the VPN on your computer, phone, and tablet without toggling it on and off before switching devices. Despite the bargain price, Mullvad is a full-featured, fast VPN with apps for Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android. Windscribe also has cross-platform support and, within reason, allows you to connect unlimited devices. It offers several price tiers, including a more standard $9 monthly subscription and a $69 annual plan. The free version provides 2GB to 15GB of protected internet data each month. Besides the data restriction, the free plan can only connect to servers in 10 countries. The most interesting low-cost monthly option from Windscribe is the Build-A-Plan, which costs as little as $3 monthly. Subscribers can select three locations from a global list where they’ll get access to premium servers. More locations can be added for an additional $1 per month. That might sound ideal but there are some important considerations. Build-A-Plan doesn’t support port forwarding, which you might need if you host games, use VoIP applications, or do peer-to-peer downloading. Most notably, Windscribe’s standard Build-A-Plan has a data cap of 10GB per location. The minimum $3 plan provides 30GB per month. While you can combine this with the free plan to get up to 45GB, you’ll probably need more. Fortunately, you can switch to unlimited use for another $1 monthly. For $4 per month, you get full-time protection with Windscribe’s premium VPN servers in three countries and can add more as needed. Windscribe even lets you change the locations during the month and prorates your bill if you only use a partial month. Features I enjoyed good upload and download speeds on a nearby Mullvad VPN server. Digital Trends Low monthly fees are great but you probably don’t want to sacrifice access to fast servers in the locations you need. Mullvad and Windscribe are fast enough for global web browsing like I was a local and sufficient for high-quality streaming in most cases. Download speeds vary depending on the time of day, distance from the server, and load on the server. I tested each VPN for several days at varied times to get a sense of overall performance. Without a VPN, my Ethernet connection provides 900Mbps download and upload speed. Mullvad was generally faster, reaching up to 521Mbps down and 100Mbps up with a U.S. server. A closer ********* server measured only 149Mbps down and 39Mbps up. I measured the best Windscribe speed from a U.S. server. Digital Trends Windscribe’s best U.S. server scored 451Mbps down and 27Mbps up, nearly matching Mullvad for downloads but offering significantly slower uploads. For a nearby ********* server, Speedtest.net reported 157Mbps for downloads and 10Mbps. I tested the servers of both VPNs for locations in the U.K., France, Germany, and Australia. Mullvad did well in most overseas tests, supplying 264Mbps to 432Mbps downloads. Windscribe gave mixed results with 277Mbps downloads for France, but speeds in the mid-20s for the U.K. and Germany. Australia in very distant and I expected a slow connection. While Mullvad managed a respectable 24Mbps down, Windscribe surprised me by reaching 136Mbps. In summary, Mullvad seemed faster overall but it varies. Windscribe was sufficient in most locations but streaming could require buffering overseas. You’ll get more features with leading VPNs like Proton VPN or NordVPN. However, Mullvad and Windscribe also provide ad blocking, rudimentary malware protection, split-tunneling, and obfuscation. Support While Windscribe’s AI chatbot is quite helpful, human support is via email. Windscribe Customer service is always worth considering. I didn’t have any problems with Mullvad or Windscribe but I reached out to support to test how responsive it was. Mullvad’s help center has several articles covering common and esoteric topics. For account issues or other questions that require personal assistance, you can send an email. In my experience, support is relatively quick, taking eight hours to get a reply. Windscribe has a fairly intelligent chatbot to assist with issues and several support articles to look up an answer on your own. Windscribe mentions 24/7 support via chat, but I couldn’t reach a human agent online. After trying for a few minutes, I finally settled for email and the reply came a few hours later. I’d rate support roughly equally for Mullvad and Windscribe. Both were acceptable for inexpensive services. If you anticipate needing quicker help, Surfshark has fast, helpful live chat that’s available around the clock. Privacy and security Mullvad and Windscribe are open-source apps that anyone with coding experience and enough time can examine to ensure there aren’t any privacy or security loopholes in the software. However, we don’t have to rely on open-source policing. Independent audits have verified neither service keeps logs to track your online activity. Each company has a clean track record with no reported data breaches. Still, hackers are becoming more sophisticated. The best way to secure your data is to keep it offline. For absolute anonymity, Mullvad assigns a number when you create an account and you don’t have to provide your email address. Email is optional for Windscribe users also. If your VPN has no identifying data about you, there’s nothing to *****, steal, or provide to authorities making legal requests. Which VPN is right for you? Mullvad and Windscribe break the VPN mold with unique pricing and policies while offering enough features and global performance to be intriguing. If you want to break out of long-term VPN subscriptions or a constant hunt for the best VPN deal, both are worthwhile. Mullvad, a Swedish company, offers a full-service VPN in 47 countries for a little over $5 monthly, total anonymity, excellent privacy protection, and impressive server speeds worldwide. Windscribe matches Mullvad’s privacy policies and security despite its base in Canada, a Five Eyes country. With Build-A-Plan you can use a data-capped VPN with servers in three locations for just $3 monthly. A 30GB limit feels too restrictive for me, but you can upgrade to unlimited data for only $1 more. If you only want to access a few countries, Windscribe has the least-expensive monthly subscription plan. However, Mullvad has no limitations on its standard service. To unlock every feature and server for Windscribe, you’ll pay $9 monthly. That’s why Mullvad wins in this challenge to find the best VPN for monthly service. Source link #Mullvad #Windscribe #VPN #monthly #service Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]