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Amazon’s souped-up Fire TV Stick 4K Max has hit an all-time low of $34.99 for a limited time. | Image: Amazon If you’re looking to maximize your budget and score a bigger haul for your money during October’s Amazon Prime Day sale, you’ll be happy to know that there are many great deals you can find on tech and other gear for well under $100. Some of the inexpensive gadgets we like under that threshold are discounted even further, while others normally in the triple digits have snuck into double-digit territory, some for the first time. Right now, for example, you can find great prices on Amazon’s Fire TV Stick 4K Max, Philips Hue RGB smart bulbs, and Anker’s MagGo 3-in-1 charging stand. The Verge only highlights deals on products that we recommend or use, whether based on our testing for the site or our own everyday experiences. We’re keeping... Continue reading…

The Apple Intelligence platform offers several AI features. Even though they didn't land with iOS 18, iOS 18.1 will soon bring many of them to iPhone 15 Pro (or newer) users. If you're running the developer's or public betas, you can already take advantage of Writing Tools, one of the many functions available with Apple Intelligence. In this article, you'll learn what Writing Tools is all about, how to take the most out of it, and why you should be using it now. Work smarter, not harder, with Writing Tools Apple says Apple Intelligence powers new Writing Tools, which "help you find just the right words virtually everywhere you write." With enhanced language capabilities, you can summarize an entire lecture in seconds, get the short version of a long group thread, and minimize unnecessary distractions with prioritized notifications. Here's how to take advantage of it. How do you find Writing Tools in iOS 18? To start using iOS 18's Writing Tools, users need an iPhone 15 Pro or iPhone 16 model running iOS 18.1 (currently available in developer's beta and public beta). Their Siri needs to be set to American English. Here's how to activate Apple Intelligence on your device. Once you follow those steps, here is how you can use Writing Tools. Select a text; it can be something you've written, what someone sent you, or even something you're reading online Tap Writing Tools How to use iOS 18's Writing Tools for your writing Image source: José Adorno for BGR There are five different kinds of ways to master Writing Tools for your writing, including: Proofread: Apple Intelligence can correct your grammar Rewrite: Use Apple Intelligence to rewrite something you've written in three different ways: Friendly: Creates a friendly tone to a message you've written Professional: Creates a professional tone to a message you've written Concise: Makes your writing more concise How to use iOS 18's Writing Tools to summarize messages and more Image source: José Adorno for BGR iOS 18's Writing Tools can also be used to summarize messages, articles, and more. Following the same steps above, you can quickly read the most important points of a message with these possibilities: Summary Key Points Table List Wrap up Now you know how to use Writing Tools. BGR will update this article once this feature is available to all users. Don't Miss: How to use Apple Intelligence on your iPhone, iPad, and Mac The post How to use iOS 18’s AI-powered Writing Tools appeared first on BGR. Today's Top Deals Best Ring Video Doorbell deals for October Prime Day 2024 Best Apple deals for October Prime Day 2024 Amazon gift card deals, offers & coupons 2024: Get $425+ free Today’s deals: $60 Insignia smart TV, $735 black Apple Watch Ultra 2, $120 Ninja food processor, more

Archaeologists studying a ninth-century BC burial mound in the Siberian Republic of Tuva unearthed evidence of sacrificial rituals involving horses that have been linked to the horse-riding Scythian culture of the inner Asian steppes. These discoveries provide some fascinating data about the burial practices of the early Scythians, findings that were consistent with the practices of later Scythians. But they also reveal that the roots of this horse-obsessed culture can be found far to the east of the Pontic-Caspian steppes, which is generally recognized as the home territory of these peoples. In the early Scythian period, which dates to approximately the ninth through the seventh centuries BC, the culture constructed hundreds of large burial mounds in the Uyuk Valley in southern Siberia, in the geographical center of Asia. Excavations of these mounds have been revealing invaluable data about the funerary practices of the first Scythians, as they pertain to the burials of elites and the use of horses in various rituals and ceremonies associated with those burials. Read moreSection: NewsHistory & ArchaeologyAncient PlacesAsiaHistoryAncient TraditionsRead Later 

King Arthur is undoubtedly one of the most enduringly popular heroes to come out of the medieval era, and he has meant many things to many people for hundreds of years. Over time, the mythology of Arthur grew as new stories were added to the existing ones and his fame spread throughout Britain and beyond. As a result of his popularity through the ages, King Arthur has come to represent various political causes as a symbolic figurehead, earning him a reputation as a champion of causes. From medieval Welsh rebels to 20th century anti-Nazi campaigners, people have rallied behind Arthur’s war banner since before the idea of “Britain” was even created. But was Arthur more than just a hero to these people? Britain has had countless heroes throughout its history, but is Arthur’s enduring and overwhelming popularity a sign that he has become something closer to a Messiah? After the cruel Saxons decimated the British and took their land from them, the survivors rallied behind their champion and fought to reclaim their lands, culminating in victory at the Battle of Badon Hill. This idealized image of the defender and savior of the British people against the evil greed of the conquering Saxons gathered momentum in the Middle Ages, as other authors took up the tradition. The 9th century eclectic history known as the Historia Brittonum paints the “magnanimous” Arthur as leader of all the kings of Britain and their armed forces, famously listing the 12 battles against the Saxons in which he was chosen to be their commander. Read moreSection: NewsHistory & ArchaeologyMyths & LegendsEuropeHistoryAncient TraditionsPreviewRead Later 

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Kielbasa Corn Chowder is a creamy, flavorful, and comforting chowder featuring bacon, tender potatoes, smoked kielbasa and sweet corn! A HEARTY WARM SOUP RECIPE I love dinner soups. You can just whip it up and serve with some bread or a salad and it is a whole meal in one. I tend to pick up packages of kielbasa when they are on sale so I am always looking for ways to use it. This Kielbasa Corn Chowder was a HUGE hit! The corn adds just a small touch of sweetness to balance out the salty flavors of the kielbasa and bacon. It’s the ideal dish to whip up on those fall, chilly nights when you want a bowl of something cozy to fill your belly! FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:  What if I don’t want to use bacon? While the bacon is optional, it does bring tons of flavor and a nice texture added to the chowder. But you can use just kielbasa if needed, you will need about 2-3 Tablespoons of butter or oil to brown the kielbasa in and then you can follow the rest of the recipe. Is there a way to make this a bit lighter? Sure, instead of the heavy cream, try using half and half or milk to lighten it up a bit. Just know that it won’t be quite as thick since heavy cream is a thicker liquid. Help! My chowder got super thick while cooling, how do I thin it out a bit? This typically happens once the chowder cools down, just add a splash of chicken broth to the chowder (or if you are out of chicken broth, just use water) when you go to reheat it to help thin it out just a tad. What else can I use instead of kielbasa? So, any kind of smoked sausage should work with this recipe. Andouille sausage would be a great alternative. If you’re choosing a sausage that isn’t smoked, or isn’t already fully cooked, you’ll need to make sure to cook it beforehand. Bratwurst would be good in this chowder, but you’ll need to cook it first fully before adding it. Keep this in mind if you are choosing an uncooked option as this may change the required time needed for this entire recipe. What’s the best way to store leftovers? Once the chowder has cooled to room temperature, transfer any leftovers to an airtight container and keep them in the fridge for up to 3 days, or you can freeze leftovers for up to 3 months. INGREDIENTS NEEDED: (SEE RECIPE CARD BELOW FOR THE FULL RECIPE) thick cut bacon – it doesn’t necessarily have to be thick cut. You can use whatever bacon you have on hand. kielbasa – I just like a regular smoked kielbasa. You can use other flavors if you prefer. sweet onion garlic cloves – I always prefer fresh garlic – you get more bang for the buck but if all you have is the jarred stuff, you can use that instead. You may want to add a tad more though because the jarred stuff sometimes isn’t quite as strong as the fresh. I will leave that up to your taste buds. You can always try a little at first then taste and add more as desired. all-purpose flour  chicken broth  – if you need to cut down on the sodium, I would suggest a low or no sodium broth. Or if you really want to go all out, try making your own Homemade Chicken Broth. russet potatoes – you could use Yukon gold potatoes. I do find they don’t soak up the liquid quite as well as russet potatoes do so you can sometimes end up with a slightly more soupy consistency rather than chowder consistency. corn – you can use fresh or frozen corn kernels. heavy cream – I highly recommend the heavy cream. It adds thickness and creaminess. You could use milk (not skim milk) but just keep in mind, you will have a thinner chowder. HOW TO MAKE KIELBASA CORN CHOWDER In a large pot over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy (about 8-10 minutes) stirring occasionally. Note: I do like to season my bacon with a little salt and pepper but that is not absolutely necessary. Take the bacon out and place it on a paper towel lined plate. Don’t remove any bacon grease from the pot. Add the cut-up kielbasa and brown it in the bacon grease for about 2-4 minutes.  Remove the kielbasa and place it on a plate for later. Next, add the diced onions to the pot with the leftover bacon grease and cook until softened and translucent. Add the minced garlic to the pot and cook until fragrant (about 30 seconds.) Next, add the flour and stir as it absorbs the bacon grease.  While stirring constantly, slowly pour in the chicken broth. Scrape off all of the browned bits from the bottom of the pan (this will add flavor to the chowder. Add the diced potatoes and black pepper into the pot, stir, then bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Simmer until the potatoes are tender (about 10-15 minutes), stirring every few minutes to ensure they don’t stick to the bottom. Once the potatoes are fork-tender, add in the corn and kielbasa back to the pot and stir. Then stir in the heavy cream. Bring back to a simmer over medium heat to warm everything through.  Serve with the reserved bacon for topping.  CRAVING MORE RECIPES?  Crock Pot Ham and Potato Corn Chowder Clam Chowder Sausage Corn Chowder Crock Pot Turkey Corn Chowder Crock Pot Potato Soup Creamy Tortellini and Sausage Stew Kielbasa Sheet Pan Meal Print Kielbasa Corn Chowder A hearty, creamy soup with kielbasa, potatoes and corn! Course SoupCuisine American Prep Time 15 minutes minutesCook Time 35 minutes minutesTotal Time 50 minutes minutes Servings 8 Calories 524kcal Author Brandie @ The Country Cook Ingredients6 slices thick cut bacon chopped14 ounce package kielbasa cut into ¼ inch half moons1 small sweet onion finely diced2 cloves garlic minced4 Tablespoons all-purpose flour32 ounce container chicken broth4 medium russet potatoes peeled and cut into ½ inch cubes½ teaspoon black pepper4 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels¾ cup heavy cream InstructionsIn a large pot over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy (about 8-10 minutes) stirring occasionally. Note: I do like to season my bacon with a little salt and pepper while cooking but it is not absolutely necessary.Take the bacon out and place it on a paper towel lined plate. Don’t remove any bacon grease from the pot. Add the cut-up kielbasa and brown it in the bacon grease for about 2-4 minutes. Remove the kielbasa and place it on a plate for later.Next, add the diced onions to the pot with the leftover bacon grease and cook until softened and translucent. Add the minced garlic to the pot and cook until fragrant (about 30 seconds.)Next, add the flour and stir as it absorbs the bacon grease. While stirring constantly, slowly pour in the chicken broth. Scrape off all of the browned bits from the bottom of the pan (this will add flavor to the chowder.) Add the diced potatoes and black pepper into the pot, stir, then bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Simmer until the potatoes are tender (about 10-15 minutes), stirring every few minutes to ensure they don’t stick to the bottom. Once the potatoes are fork-tender, add in the corn and kielbasa back to the pot and stir. Then stir in the heavy cream. Bring back to a simmer over medium heat to warm everything through. Serve with the reserved bacon for topping. Notes Please refer to my FAQ’s (Frequently Asked Questions) and ingredient list above for other substitutions or for the answers to the most common questions. NutritionCalories: 524kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 34g | Sodium: 1217mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 8g