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Read update Threadsdebuted in early July as Meta’s competitor to X, the app formerly known as Twitter. Since its release, Threads has slowly been picking up new features to try and compete with X. Last week, Meta finally debuted a website version of its new short-form social media platform, and now, the service is bringing out a function that many thought should have been standard. Mark Zuckerberg, the CEO of Meta,has announcedthat Threads now has a keyword search function....

Quick Links If you are having a roughConnectionsday, you can make it better with afew nudges, hints, and more if you need them. No one wants to feel like they are struggling too much, and sometimes you need that extra push. With our help, you can finish today’s puzzle and feel like a rockstar as you continue going about your day. If you want more word-related fun, theNYT’sMini Crosswordis a great bite-sized puzzle for a nice five-minute break....

Many people share the equivalent of shelves stacked high with photo albums and piles of notepads filled with information on Facebook, but what happens to all those memories when you die? They don’t disappear, but accessing them and keeping them safe might prove difficult. It can be challenging to update and share news on a personal Facebook account for a friend or family member who has passed. Let’s explore how memorialization works, what to do before the need arises, and how others can proceed if you didn’t plan in advance....

What Is Zero-Knowledge Encryption and Why Should You Use It? Data breaches are becoming more and more common, so it’s essential you know about the different ways you can protect your valuable information. Zero-knowledge encryption is one such method that offers superior privacy and data protection. But what exactly is zero-knowledge encryption? How is it different from end-to-end encryption? And what are its pros and cons? What Is Encryption? Encryption is a crucial tool to protect informationfrom prying eyes....

Joining a WhatsApp community comes with a lot of benefits, like the ability to chat with workmates or like-minded people. However, once you join a community, your phone number is put out for everyone to see, even if all you do is react to a message. It has made users feel like there should be some kind of privacy option — luckily, WhatsApp seems to be providing one. According toWABetaInfo, WhatsApp is rolling out a new feature that will give users more control over their phone number’s visibility in communities....

Which Apple Music Plan Is Best for You? Apple Music is one of the best music streaming platforms available. It offers a variety of streaming plans, so if you’re thinking of switching to Apple Music, you need to ensure that you go for what suits your needs. Sign up forfree Forgot your password? Create an account *Required: 8 chars, 1 capital letter, 1 number By continuing, you agree to thePrivacy PolicyandTerms of Use....

With a decade gone since the show first ended,Nurse Jackiestar Edie Falco addresses why now is a good time for the sequel show. Running for seven seasons across six years from 2009-2015, the series told the story of Falco’s Jackie Peyton, an emergency department nurse caught between her complicated relationships and addictions. With mostly positive praise across its original run,aNurse Jackiesequel showseries that Falco will lead and produce was confirmed to be in development in 2023....

Quick Links Canva is undoubtedly one of the most popular design tools available today. However, it lacks several key features that I consider essential, so I prefer to use an alternative tool that offers better functionality; Figma. Let’s explore these features that keep me from making the switch to Canva. 1The Canva User Interface Is Too Cluttered Figma has been my go-to design toolfor quite some time. Opening it feels like unveiling a fresh canvas, with all the art supplies neatly arranged and ready to use—accessible whenever needed, yet tucked away to keep distractions away....

Summary Wolverine’s helmet has never appeared in a live-actionMarvelmovie, which has been a bone of contention among many fans, but it may finally show up inDeadpool & Wolverine. The movie brings Ryan Reynolds' Deadpool and Hugh Jackman’s Logan to the MCU for the first time alongside severalother characters from Fox’s X-Men Universe. IfDeadpool & Wolverine’s record-breaking trailer viewing figures and projected box office are anything to go by, it is safe to say that the movie has drawn an incredible amount of hype....

Every phone has its strengths and weaknesses. Instead of putting up with one device’s flaws, why not carry two that complement each other? An iPhone and an Android phone together offer advantages that make carrying both worth it. 1One Phone for Privacy, One for Flexibility Privacy and flexibility don’t always go hand in hand. iPhones are well known for their strong privacy protections, while Android phones offer unmatched customization and versatility....

Fandom generates an absolute mountain of online content, but what happens when enthusiasm gets the better of some fans, and they start pushing things too far? On YouTube, channels that closely mimic the appearance of established ones have proliferated, blurring lines between adoration and outright impersonation. In an attempt to draw a boundary, YouTube is implementing stricter policies that mandate fan channels clearly indicate their unofficial status. Starting August 21, YouTube fan channels that don’t make it explicitly clear they are not representing the original creator, artist, or entitymay face termination(via9to5Google)....

Summary Warning! This article contains spoilers for The Bear season 3. The Fak family is rapidly becoming one of the most endearing supporting characters in Hulu’sThe Bear.With Theodore “Teddy” Fak (Ricky Staffieri) returning to season 3 after his three-episode stint in season 2, the Faks are bringing the comedy and winning over my heart. Teaming up with his brother, Neil, who’s become a mainstay in the series,the Faks' authentic sibling dynamic and comic relief provide a perfect balance to the show’s culinary dramas, making them an irreplaceable part of the series....

Spoilers are ahead for House of the Dragon season 2, episode 5, “Regent.” Summary AsHouse of the Dragonnears its sophomore outing’s finale, viewers are putting forth theories about how, exactly, the devastating war of succession will unfold. Although theGame of Thronesprequel series isbased on George R. R. Martin’sFire & Blood, a pseudo-historical account of the so-called “Dance of the Dragons,“the future of House Targaryen isn’t set in stone. After all,House of the Dragonhas already differed from the book, suggesting that almost anything could happen before Rhaenyra Targaryen (Emma D’Arcy) or her half-brother, Aegon II Targaryen (Tom Glynn-Carney), claim the Iron Throne....