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ClickFix attacks infecting PCs and Macs are going viral
Simplicity—combined with the difficulty of getting stuff done—makes ClickFix ideal.

I finally found a PC maintenance routine I can stick to. It takes 30 minutes
I have a PC cleanup routine that I’ve perfected over the years. With a mix of regular driver updates, old file and app cleanouts, and physical cleaning, the little-and-often approach means I don’t have to suffer a sluggish system every couple of years, nor do I have to troubleshoot driver problems...

The 27-year-old who warned that AI could ‘kill us all’ faces intense scrutiny
A warning from British safety researcher Jacob Coxon shocked the world into action this week. But the statement has raised questions about his motives.

I was an Nvidia DLSS 5 hater…until I used it myself
I don’t know about you, but I was pretty leery of Nvidia’s new DLSS 5 tech when we first started seeing samples of how it can change the appearance of games in real time. I didn’t like the idea of Nvidia algorithmically injecting new details into my games that change...

Revisit gaming’s lost art with this free archive of old manuals
Modern games teach you the basics as you play, but older games took a slightly different approach. They either gave you nothing at all or made you buy a thick booklet and expected you to read it before pressing Start. If you miss those manuals—or threw yours away years ago—Video...

Female DJs call out 'blatant misogyny' and harassment in nightlife scene
Female DJs describe their experiences of safety and the wider issue of sexism in the nightlife scene.

Student killed at Auckland train station named
"Vinnie Jr was a much-loved son, grandson, nephew, cousin and friend," a Givealittle page set up by his family said.

Oasis tease tour announcement with drone display
The band illuminated the sky over the Etihad's Joie Stadium, home to Manchester City Woman.

Why Nigel Benn can't walk away from Conor
Nigel Benn vowed to leave son Conor to plough his own path after he beat Chris Eubank Jr, but the retired world champion is back by his side this week as he prepares to face WBC welterweight champion Ryan Garcia.

James Bay performs with broken ankle at Bon Jovi gig
The Hitchin-born star is wheeled onto the stage with his leg in a cast for his set at Wembley.

Does this AI comic make you laugh?
Comedian Garrett Millerick has created an AI avatar based on his own material. Is it any good?

Don’t believe the bot: When AI confidently gets things wrong
AI might be clever, but it struggles when it comes to solving cryptic crossword clues.

Will Siri Recap make the Apple Watch creepy? Privacy experts weigh in
I’ve always thought of the Apple Watch as one of the friendliest and most helpful Apple devices, sitting on your wrist with a colorful watch face, telling the time, nudging you to get off your tush, gently tapping you (or not) with text alerts, and even sounding the alarm if...

How to Recover an Unsaved Word Document in 2026 (Free & Paid Methods)
This guide shows you how to recover a Word document after a crash using two effective methods. Is Your Unsaved Word Document Really Lost? EaseUS Facing a sudden crash or Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) right before a deadline? Don’t panic – your unsaved draft may still be recoverable. This guide shows you...

NATO Innovation Fund on liftoff: the first European private company reaching orbit

Anthropic disrupts bioweapons research efforts, Russian hacking, Chinese Claude misuse

Rabbitohs v Knights - NRL elimination final
Follow live coverage of the NRL elimination final between the Rabbitohs and Knights in Sydney.

Get a full Microsoft Office suite and Windows 11 Pro with one $33 purchase
TL;DR: Get lifetime access to Microsoft Office and Windows 11 Pro in one bundle for $32.97 through September 27 at 11:59 p.m. PT, down from the $418.99 MSRP. It’s a simple way to cover two essential PC upgrades without adding another annual subscription. If you’re still relying on an older Windows setup or paying...