Bumble is bringing Bantr dating app from ‘Ted Lasso’ to life – but only for a limited time

Bumble Bumble launched Bantr Live on Thursday and says it plans to host the weekly event until Dec. 31. The feature is based on the Bantr dating app from Apple TV+’s Ted Lasso starring Jason Sudeikis. Through the partnership, Bumble users will also be able to redeem a two-month Apple TV+ subscription. Bumble is teaming…

Arizona gubernatorial candidate Katie Hobbs defends her refusal to debate Trump-backed GOP rival Kari Lake, who she says is ‘only interested in creating a spectacle’

CNN’s Dana Bash interviews Katie Hobbs, the Democratic candidate for governor of Arizona, on Sunday, October 16, 2022. CNN Democratic Arizona governor candidate Katie Hobbs defended her refusal to debate opponent Kari Lake. On CNN, Hobbs said that Lake avoids “substantive, in-depth conversations” about Arizona issues. Hobbs’ refusal to debate has drawn criticism from Democrats,…

Dr. Anthony Fauci says he had a ‘bad feeling’ before the White House briefing where Trump floated using disinfectants to treat COVID-19

Director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases Dr. Anthony Fauci listens as President Donald Trump speaks during a coronavirus task force briefing at the White House on April 4, 2020. Associated Press/Patrick Semansky Fauci said he had a “bad feeling” ahead of Trump’s presser where he spoke of COVID-19 and disinfectants. “And…

Sony CRE-C10 self-fitting hearing aids improve over-the-counter accessibility options

Wear a more discreet hearing aid when it’s the Sony CRE-C10. These over-the-counter self-fitting hearing aids improve accessibility options by re-imagining hearing devices. Developed in partnership with WS Audiology—a leading innovator in hearing aid technology—they combine premium technology with ease of use. Not only that, but they also offer comfort and wearability. With a connected…

Russian authorities are grabbing men from homeless shelters, restaurants, and workplaces to fight in Ukraine: WaPo

Soldiers conduct military exercise in Moscow, Russia, on September 1, 2022. Russian Defense Ministry / Handout/Anadolu Agency via Getty Images Russian police and military officers are taking men and sending them to fight in Ukraine, per WaPo. Officials have seized men from restaurants, cafes, Metro stations, and workplaces, per the report. The Russian military has…

Iowa GOP Sen. Chuck Grassley, who’s seeking his eighth term in office, has a slim lead over Democratic challenger Mike Franken, poll says

Iowa Democratic Senate nominee Mike Franken, left, and Republican Sen. Chuck Grassley listen to a question during their debate in Des Moines on October 6, 2022. AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall Veteran GOP Sen. Chuck Grassley has a slim three-point lead over Democratic challenger Mike Franken. The Des Moines Register/Mediacom Iowa Poll showed Grassley leading Franken 46%-43%…

Arizona GOP gubernatorial candidate Kari Lake repeats claims about voter fraud as CNN’s Dana Bash pushes back: ‘There was no evidence of any of that’

CNN host Dana Bash questions Arizona Gov. candidate Kari Lake on Sunday, October 16, 2022. CNN A Trump-back candidate in Arizona continues to push debunked claims about the 2020 election. CNN host Dana Bash pushed back when Kari Lake claimed there was “evidence” of a rigged election. Trump maintains the 2020 election was stolen, but…

Apple Music’s spatial audio is coming to select Mercedes-Benz models

Image: Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz announced today that it’s bringing support for Apple’s Music’s spatial audio to certain vehicles. Apple Music launched spatial audio with Dolby Atmos last year on a range of devices, including the iPhone, Mac, HomePod, and Apple TV, but this is the first time it’ll be available natively in a car. As you…