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Image: Cath Virginia / The Verge; Getty Images A new cell phone carrier is launching with an interesting pitch: it says it will offer secure cell service that limits how much personal data users give up, as reported earlier by 404 Media. The service, called Cape, is geared toward “high-risk” individuals like politicians, journalists, activists, and others. Cape is a mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) that uses UScellular’s network. But since it runs its mobile own core, Cape says it can control the technology powering the mobile network and “implement protections over what data enters and leaves your phone.” When signing up for the service, Cape says it will ask users for the “minimum amount of personal information” and will store it “for as little time as possible.” The carrier... Continue reading…

The Sonos Era 100, our go-to smart speaker, is down to an all-time low of $199 right now. | Photo by Chris Welch / The Verge Good news: Black Friday has come early for Sonos fans. Now through December 2nd, you can potentially save hundreds on a variety of Sonos products, including soundbars, smart speakers, and headphones. There are a lot of things on sale — and the Sonos app is in better shape than it was a few months ago, thankfully — which means now is a great time to buy if you’ve been looking to upgrade your home theater setup. First up is the Sonos Ace, the company’s first pair of wireless headphones. Right now, they’re down to a new low of $349 ($100 off) at Amazon, Best Buy, and Sonos’ online storefront. They’re comfortable and stylish, with stellar noise cancellation, an exceptionally natural-sounding transparency mode, and excellent sound. However,... Continue reading…

The new versions of the Kia EV6 and EV9 GT. | Image: Kia Kia came to the LA Auto Show with not one but two revamped electric vehicles, a sign that the South Korean automaker is still feeling bullish about its momentum in the plug-in car market. First off, the 2025 Kia EV9 GT is a performance version of its three-row SUV, which we first tested earlier this year. This one promises more power and a sportier feel than the version we drove, which bore the GT Line badge but wasn’t specifically tuned for performance. The new GT trim comes with over 500 horsepower (compared to 379hp in the 2024 model) and a zero to 60mph acceleration of 4.3 seconds. Kia is calling it the “most powerful” three-row SUV it’s ever created. The dual-motor EV9 GT will also be the first Kia... Continue reading…

The roots of alphabetic writing may stretch back much further than previously believed. Evidence unearthed at the ancient site of Umm el-Marra in northwestern Syria suggests that the alphabet's development might have begun around 2300 BC - 500 years earlier than current theories propose. This theory, led by Johns Hopkins archaeologist Glenn Schwartz, and presented at the annual meeting of the American Society of Overseas Research this week, has the potential to transform our understanding of how, when, and where the alphabet was invented. Prevailing Alphabet Origins Theory So far, most scholars have believed that the first alphabet originated around 1800 BC in Egypt, where Semitic-speaking populations adapted portions of the Egyptian hieroglyphic system. These early forms of writing would evolve into the systems used across the Middle East and, eventually, Western Europe. However, the small clay ‘cylinders’ discovered by Schwartz and his team challenge this timeline, raising questions about the alphabet's birthplace and initial purpose. The Armenian Alphabet, A Vision From God The A to Z of Alphabet Origins and the Most Ancient Written Languages Read moreSection: ArtifactsAncient WritingsNewsHistory & ArchaeologyAncient PlacesAsiaRead Later 

Matt Gaetz, the embattled former Florida congressman, withdrew his name from consideration for attorney general on Thursday, saying he was "unfairly becoming a distraction" to President-elect Donald Trump's transition. "While the momentum was strong, it is clear that my ...

DOGE's Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy are calling for an order for federal remote workers to return to the office, but unions are already gearing up to push back.

As backers of President-elect Donald Trump's agenda are urging Republican senators to get behind the nominees and at least bring them to committee, Defense Secretary nominee Pete Hegseth told Newsmax the process is "going great."

President-elect Donald Trump has announced that he plans to replace the Federal Reserve with a far more reliable and trustworthy source of economic guidance: the Magic 8 Ball. The recommendation comes from the trusted advisor and leader of the newly formed Department of Government Efficiency, Elon Musk. During a press conference, Trump explained that he had grown tired of the Federal Reserve’s constant indecision and inability to make clear, concise decisions. He argued that the Magic 8 Ball, with its simple answers and straightforward guidance, would be a far more effective tool for managing the nation’s economy.  He also said that he is considering replacing the costly Congress with automated tellers. “The Magic 8 Ball never fails to deliver a clear answer, whether it’s ‘Yes,’ ‘No,’ or ‘Ask again later,'” said Trump. “I believe that this simple approach to economics will be far more effective than the constant flip-flopping we’ve seen from the Federal Reserve.”  The reaction to Trump’s announcement has been mixed, with some expressing support for his decision to replace the Federal Reserve with a Magic 8 Ball, while others have laughed it off as yet another example of political grandstanding. Social media has been abuzz with memes and jokes mocking the president’s choice, with many users pointing out the irony of a leader who prides himself on his business acumen relying on a toy for economic guidance.  As the nation continues to grapple with this latest development, it remains to be seen how the Magic 8 Ball’s role in the U.S. economy will impact the financial landscape. One thing is certain, though: President Trump’s decision to replace the Federal Reserve with a Magic 8 Ball has quickly become the talk of the town, and not in a way they likely intended. The post BREAKING: Trump considering replacing Federal Reserve with much more reliable Magic 8 Ball appeared first on Genesius Times.