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Monthly Archives: July 2022
Researchers have developed an octopus-inspired OctaGlove that can securely grip objects under water. Credit: Virginia Tech Any rescue diver or salvage worker knows it can be tricky to grab hold of slippery objects in a watery environment, particularly if a more delicate touch is required. That’s why scientists looked to the octopus for inspiration when…
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If you’re looking to score a price cut on Samsung’s fitness-inspired smartwatch, then you’ve come to the right place. We’re rounding up all the best Samsung Galaxy Watch Active deals so you can be sure to find the lowest price online. As the name implies, the Samsung Galaxy Watch Active is focused on fitness, and…
Chromecast prices are falling further than ever these days, now that some of the best models have spent some decent time on the shelves. Not only are these devices primed for discounts themselves, but the market for streaming devices has been flooded with budget alternatives since the Chromecast first appeared. That makes for some particularly…
In Minecraft, Allays can pick up and carry items. Mojang The Allay is a new Minecraft mob introduced in the Wild Update. When you give an Allay an item, it’ll start collecting more copies of that item. You can breed Allays by giving them amethyst shards while a jukebox is playing nearby. This year’s big…
Steve Bannon bemoaned publicity around House January 6 committee hearings as he tried to delay his trial. Tasos Katopodis/Getty Images Prosecutors made sure a judge knew about Steve Bannon’s daily press conferences during his trial. Bannon called the House January 6 hearings a “show trial” and said he stood with Donald Trump. The filing from…
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iStock / Getty Images Plus If your File Explorer is freezing in Windows 11, try to restart it in Task Manager, or restart your computer entirely. You can also clear the File Explorer cache and perform an SFC scan using the Command Prompt. Here are seven ways to fix File Explorer when it’s freezing or…
President Joe Biden speaks during a Fourth of July celebration for military families on the South Lawn of the White House on July 4, 2022. AP Photo/Evan Vucci A Politico report found the Education Department is prepared to carry out student-loan forgiveness. Within months of Biden’s announcement, they are reportedly prepared to forgive millions of…