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The 10 Best Tech Deals This Week
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. Credit: Product image courtesy of Amazon. You’ve been hard at work all week, as have I—as Lifehacker’s tech deals writer, I’ve been hunting down the best deals on TVs, speakers, laptops, and other tech all week. Now sit back,…
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It’s been a bad week for ransomware operators
Hundreds of servers have been taken down as part of an international law enforcement operation against ransomware groups. Coordinated by Europol and Eurojust, the action saw key infrastructure dismantled over the last week, with 300 servers taken down, 650 domains neutralized, and nearly two dozen international arrest warrants issued. In a statement confirming the campaign, Europol revealed more than €3.5…
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Hackers give Abilene, TX one week to pay ransom after cyber attack
Ransomware gang Qilin over the weekend claimed responsibility for last month’s cyber attack on the city of Abilene, Texas. The city is still investigating an April 18, 2025 cyber incident that disrupted various city department networks and payment processing, according to an alert on Abilene’s official website. Qilin says it stole 477 GB of data from the city and demanded…
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Will Britain have a four-day week in five years?
Will a four-day workweek be the norm in Britain by the end of the decade? A majority of UK workers surveyed predict that could indeed be the case. Research by hybrid meeting company Owl Labs showed that 83% of those polled believe a four-day week will be more popular by 203, with nine out of ten younger workers agreeing –…
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My Cookbook of the Week: ‘Justice of the Pies’
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Welcome to “Cookbook of the Week.” This is a series where I highlight cookbooks that are unique, easy to use, or just special to me. While finding a particular recipe online serves a quick purpose, flipping through a truly excellent cookbook has a magic all its own. My sweet tooth…
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Cookbook of the Week: ‘Milk Street Backroads Italy’
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Welcome to “Cookbook of the Week.” This is a series where I highlight cookbooks that are unique, easy to use, or just special to me. While finding a particular recipe online serves a quick purpose, flipping through a truly excellent cookbook has a magic all its own. Another Italian cookbook—I…
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Pixel 9a Review: It’s Not Love at First Sight, But Give It a Week…
Truth be told, when I first came across the leaked renders of the Pixel 9a, I had a very negative reaction to it. Even compelled to make a story on how Google is deliberately botching their most beloved series. But after having the phone in hand and using it for a week, I think I have made a complete 360…
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What People Are Getting Wrong This Week: Fake News About Karoline Leavitt
There’s a new star in the firmament of fake new: White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt. Known for her combative press conferences, Leavitt is at the center of a tornado of misinformation that is being spread on both sides of the political spectrum. To set the record straight on two of the most viral fake Leavitt stories: She did not…
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Microsoft says workers should believe the hype with AI tools: Researchers found Copilot users saved three hours per week sifting through emails, gained more focus time, and completed collaborative tasks 20% faster
Generative AI tools are delivering marked benefits for users, according to research from Microsoft, with employees reporting significant productivity gains. In a paper published this month, the tech giant said the technology is rapidly changing work patterns as adoption rates continue to rise. The study saw 6,000 knowledge workers at more than 50 companies given access to the firm’s flagship…
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Why was Zoom knocked offline this week? There’s some finger-pointing – Computerworld
Asked for comment, Markmonitor’s parent company, Newfold Digital, which owns diverse providers offering web hosting, web design, and online marketing, sent this statement: “Markmonitor did include the client on our communications with GoDaddy Registry. That said, we believe there are opportunities to improve co-ordination and communication between GoDaddy Registry and Markmonitor, and we are committed to making that happen.” Computerworld…
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