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The best investment for your MacBook only costs $13 - here's why

My favorite MacBook accessory keeps my keys fingerprint-free, and it's worth every penny.

ZDNet 10 Feb 2026 2:36 am

The best Presidents' Day phone sales live now

For Presidents' Day, I've rounded up the best phone deals available now from Apple, Samsung, Motorola, and more.

ZDNet 10 Feb 2026 2:36 am

I compared the best XR display glasses right now - the winner was not the most expensive pair

When it comes to Viture, RayNeo, and Xreal, polished spatial tracking beats both raw brightness and future promises.

ZDNet 10 Feb 2026 1:52 am

A few minutes with this Apple Watch band was all it took to win me over - here's why

The Nomad Stratos Band might just be my favorite Apple Watch band ever. Here's why.

ZDNet 10 Feb 2026 1:49 am

Does a $250 alarm clock actually make you wake up better? My verdict after a week

Dreamie is the smart alarm clock newcomer that wants to get you off your phone and to sleep.

ZDNet 10 Feb 2026 1:33 am

I haven't packed bulky, over-ear headphones in a year thanks to these Pixel earbuds

Google's flagship noise-canceling earbuds have helped me save space while traveling, delivering great sound and ANC performance.

ZDNet 10 Feb 2026 1:10 am

ChatGPT ads start today: Here's what to expect - and which AIs don't have them

Wondering how ads will work in ChatGPT? Or which AIs are still ad-free? There aren't many. Here's a quick rundown.

ZDNet 10 Feb 2026 12:54 am

India-Pakistan to go ahead as government ends boycott request

Pakistan's fixture against rivals India at the T20 World Cup is set to go ahead as scheduled after the Pakistan government ends its order for a boycott.

BBC 10 Feb 2026 12:20 am

King Charles ready to support police in ex-prince Andrew misconduct probe related to Epstein files

The U.K. police said they were assessing the misconduct allegations arising from files related to the late American sex offender Epstein

The Hindu 10 Feb 2026 12:01 am

3 easy ways to upgrade your headphones today - for free

Are your headphones feeling old? Try these tips before upgrading.

ZDNet 9 Feb 2026 11:59 pm

This 11-in-1 docking station is the office productivity gadget I didn't know I needed

Need a lot of ports? This easy-to-use docking station from Baseus did the trick for me.

ZDNet 9 Feb 2026 11:22 pm

Want to self-host for free? This server OS makes it easy - here's how to get started

If you're looking to start self-hosting services so you can break free from the likes of Google, Apple, and Microsoft, you'll want to get to know Ubuntu Server.

ZDNet 9 Feb 2026 11:01 pm

4 Linux distros that make Hyprland easy to try - and one is truly glorious

Hyprland is a hot topic among Linux users and will only continue to grow in popularity. But which distributions make this new(ish) desktop viable for the average user?

ZDNet 9 Feb 2026 11:00 pm

A resilient press on Indonesias long road to 2045

National Press Day (HPN), marked every February 9 in Indonesia, sends a wave of reflection through editorial rooms ...

Antara News 9 Feb 2026 10:56 pm

The Segway Max G2 electric scooter is 50% off during this Presidents' Day deal

The Segway Max G2 is a great, eco-friendly way to run errands, joyride through the park, or commute to work and school this spring and summer. And right now, you can save $700 on one at Best Buy.

ZDNet 9 Feb 2026 10:34 pm

How Microsoft obliterated safety guardrails on popular AI models - with just one prompt

The founder of Microsoft's AI Red Team told ZDNET the research discoveries were 'astonishing.'

ZDNet 9 Feb 2026 10:30 pm

This simple YouTube TV trick can knock $80 off your bill - here's how

With a few clicks, you get a discount on your YouTube TV subscription for 4 months.

ZDNet 9 Feb 2026 10:20 pm

Ghislaine Maxwell declined to answer questions from a House committee, citing 5th Amendment rights

Lawmakers tried to interview Ghislaine Maxwell, but the former girlfriend and confidante of Jeffrey Epstein invoked her 5th Amendment rights to avoid answering questions that would be incriminating

The Hindu 9 Feb 2026 10:00 pm

In last major speeches, leaders of BNP, Jamaat claim legacies of Liberation war of 1971, uprising of 2024

In a detailed speech focused on development agenda, BNP chairman Tarique Rahman sought forgiveness for any mistakes that his party might have committed during its past governance stints

The Hindu 9 Feb 2026 9:57 pm

Indonesia revitalizes 152 cultural heritage sites, museums in 2025

The Ministry of Culture reported the revitalization of 152 cultural heritage sites and museums across Indonesia in ...

Antara News 9 Feb 2026 9:18 pm

5 Linux servers that let you ditch the public cloud and reclaim your privacy - for free

European Union countries are moving away from American tech giants to run their own clouds and servers to control their digital destiny. You can do this, too. Here's how.

ZDNet 9 Feb 2026 9:12 pm

My 3 biggest concerns about the Galaxy S26 Ultra - and the one reason why I'd upgrade

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra looks like another incremental upgrade, and some of the rumored features have me concerned. Here's why.

ZDNet 9 Feb 2026 8:58 pm

Levis Brand Debuts Behind Every Original Campaign With Super Bowl Film Highlighting Backstories and Backsides

-The Levisbrand today launched Behind Every Original, a bold new global campaign that ...

Antara News 9 Feb 2026 8:14 pm

Bangladesh polls will show red card to forces of hegemony, says Jamaat

Ameer of Jamaat-E-Islami Dr. Shafiqur Rahman accused the Bangladesh Nationalist Party as responsible for many challenges facing the country

The Hindu 9 Feb 2026 8:11 pm

This thumb-sized accessory gave my old PC an instant speed boost (and twice the storage)

The PNY M.2 storage drive gave my device a much-needed performance bump - at a fair price.

ZDNet 9 Feb 2026 8:06 pm

Starmer under growing pressure as another key staffer quits

Starmer is expected to meet with his colleagues at the weekly Parliamentary Labour Party meeting the night of February 9

The Hindu 9 Feb 2026 8:04 pm

Indonesia, Japan push research cooperation through BRIN partnership

Indonesias National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) has partnered with the Japan Society for the Promotion ...

Antara News 9 Feb 2026 8:02 pm

I ignored Apple's battery advice for 140 days - here's what happened to my iPhone

I did everything Apple tells you not to do with my iPhone 17 Pro Max, and waited.

ZDNet 9 Feb 2026 7:57 pm

Indonesia to use D-8 chairmanship to bolster Muslim economies

Indonesia will use its 2026 chairmanship of the Developing Eight (D-8) group to strengthen Muslim-majority economies ...

Antara News 9 Feb 2026 7:48 pm

I tried vibe coding for free to save $1,200 a year - and it was a total disaster

I really wanted to believe in this free AI coding tool could replace Claude Code. But it isn't ready for prime time unless you're willing to babysit.

ZDNet 9 Feb 2026 7:27 pm

Indonesia's BRIN leads wild banana breeding for food security

Indonesias National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) announced Monday that it is leading a joint research ...

Antara News 9 Feb 2026 7:02 pm

Death toll in Lebanon building collapse rises to 15

The six-story apartment building in the impoverished Bab Tabbaneh neighbourhood collapsed on Sunday (February 8, 2026) afternoon

The Hindu 9 Feb 2026 6:14 pm

Indonesian govt denies plan to place police under any ministry

The Indonesian government said on Monday there is no proposal to place the National Police (Polri) under any ...

Antara News 9 Feb 2026 6:11 pm

Indian-Canadian shot dead in Toronto parking lot

The victim, Nandakumar, originally from Karnataka, was an IT professional in Canada; the shooting marks Torontos third homicide of the year

The Hindu 9 Feb 2026 6:10 pm

Babies among 53 dead or missing after migrant boat sinks off Libya, U.N. says

Two Nigerian women survived the shipwreck and were rescued by Libyan authorities, says U.N.s IOM

The Hindu 9 Feb 2026 6:08 pm

I camera tested the latest Google, Samsung, and Honor phones while flying - this model won the most

Between the latest flagship Android phones, here's how they each fared in my adventurous gauntlet over the Grand Canyon.

ZDNet 9 Feb 2026 5:45 pm

Should you upgrade your Roku TV in 2026? Only if it's to these streaming stick models

The latest Roku Streaming Sticks bring a refreshed look while keeping the classic experience intact. Here's how they've been holding up in 2026.

ZDNet 9 Feb 2026 5:43 pm

How to clear your Roku TV cache (and why it makes such a big difference)

Too much cached data can cause your Roku system to stutter and freeze. Here's how to put a stop to it - easily.

ZDNet 9 Feb 2026 5:40 pm

File your taxes with H&R Block for 25% off right now with this Presidents' Day deal

File your own taxes with the assistance of H&R Block's popular tax prep program at a discount right now.

ZDNet 9 Feb 2026 5:31 pm

Use multiple monitors? Why I recommend this docking station for both Windows and Mac

The Anker Prime DL7400 docking station has a whopping 14 ports, triple-display support, SD and TF card slots, and plenty of power output.

ZDNet 9 Feb 2026 5:31 pm

The best project management software of 2026: Expert tested

I tested 15+ project management tools for remote and hybrid teams in 2026.

ZDNet 9 Feb 2026 5:30 pm

LG's decision to drop 8K TVs makes an uncomfortable point about TV tech

If more resolution isn't the answer, what advances can TV buyers expect? Here's my take, as someone who's watched from the sidelines.

ZDNet 9 Feb 2026 5:27 pm

AI is disrupting the career ladder - I learned 5 ways to get to leadership anyway

AI has changed all the rules. To get to the top, you'll have to prove you're ready for responsibility. Here's how.

ZDNet 9 Feb 2026 5:21 pm

National Press Day 2026: Journalism tested in a world on edge

National Press Day 2026 is observed on Monday, February 9, amid a global climate marked by uncertainty, as Indonesia ...

Antara News 9 Feb 2026 5:02 pm

Indonesia foils attempted smuggling of monitor lizard skins

Indonesia's customs and quarantine authorities intercepted 1,984 monitor lizard skins suspected of being smuggled ...

Antara News 9 Feb 2026 4:49 pm

Indonesia prepares sugar labeling policy, food safety task force

The Indonesian government is preparing a policy on sugar content labeling for food and beverages and plans to establish ...

Antara News 9 Feb 2026 4:30 pm

Indonesia pushes regional strategy to curb dengue across SE Asia

Indonesia is strengthening collaboration with the Joint Coalition Against Dengue (KOBAR) at a Southeast Asia regional ...

Antara News 9 Feb 2026 4:06 pm

Indonesia urges stronger ASEAN cooperation against dengue threat

Indonesia has called for deeper regional collaboration among ASEAN member states to tackle the rising number of dengue ...

Antara News 9 Feb 2026 3:37 pm

Govt to disburse Rp15 bln for health insurance temporary reactivation

Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa said the government is ready to disburse a Rp15 billion budget proposed by Health ...

Antara News 9 Feb 2026 3:23 pm

Indonesia to export premium rice for Hajj pilgrims in Saudi Arabia

The Indonesian government has announced plans to export 2,280 tons of premium rice to Saudi Arabia to meet the ...

Antara News 9 Feb 2026 3:14 pm

You can unlock this secure SSD with the touch of your smartphone

The Lexar TouchLock Portable SSD uses the magic of NFC to unlock.

ZDNet 9 Feb 2026 3:13 pm

Prabowo highlights security, geopolitics at TNI-Polri joint meeting

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto addressed a range of strategic issues, from national stability and security to ...

Antara News 9 Feb 2026 3:07 pm

Over 54 million poor Indonesians not covered by PBI JKN: Minister

The Ministry of Social Affairs has found that more than 54 million poor and vulnerable Indonesians are still not ...

Antara News 9 Feb 2026 2:49 pm

SJM Welcomes the Year of the Horse with Prosperity and Good Fortune

As the Year of the Horse approaches, the city is alive with the vibrant energy of the season. To celebrate Chinese New ...

Antara News 9 Feb 2026 2:46 pm

Prabowo hails press role in democracy on National Press Day

President Prabowo Subianto conveyed his greetings and appreciation to Indonesian journalists on National Press Day ...

Antara News 9 Feb 2026 2:33 pm

Indonesia bets on NTB garlic and corn to bolster food security

The Indonesian government is positioning West Nusa Tenggara (NTB) Province as a national hub for garlic and corn ...

Antara News 9 Feb 2026 2:04 pm

From plastic waste to fuel, Bali steps up sustainable energy efforts

On February 2, 2026, President Prabowo Subianto highlighted the waste problem in Bali, emphasizing the need for ...

Antara News 9 Feb 2026 12:39 pm

Are Bangladesh's youth turning against India?

Anti-Indianism is rising in Bangladesh as ties between the South Asian neighbours sink to a new low.

BBC 9 Feb 2026 12:30 pm

Indonesia to distribute 4 million FMD vaccine doses in 2026

Indonesias agriculture ministry aims to distribute four million doses of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) vaccine ...

Antara News 9 Feb 2026 12:26 pm

RI Govt urges critical thinking as AI reshapes campus life

Indonesias deputy minister for higher education on Monday urged university students to sharpen critical ...

Antara News 9 Feb 2026 12:19 pm

Health Minister proposes temporary JKN reactivation for 11 million

Health Minister Budi Gunadi Sadikin has proposed temporarily restoring National Health Insurance (JKN) coverage for ...

Antara News 9 Feb 2026 12:16 pm

Finance Minister asks careful PBI JKN updates to protect beneficiaries

Indonesias finance minister has urged the state health insurer BPJS Kesehatan to tighten and regularly update ...

Antara News 9 Feb 2026 11:58 am

Trusted with Strategic Energy Projects, WSBP Supplies 1.089 Spun Piles for the UCC Tangguh Project in West Papua

Jakarta (ANTARA)- PT Waskita Beton Precast Tbk (ticker code: WSBP) has been entrusted to be the supplier of ...

Antara News 9 Feb 2026 10:51 am

Apps to boycott US goods gained traction in crisis over Greenland

The makers of mobile apps designed to help shoppers identify and boycott U.S. goods say they saw a surge of interest in Denmark and beyond

The Hindu 9 Feb 2026 9:59 am

Indonesia hosts global scientists to boost banana breeding

Indonesias National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) on Monday gathered leading scientists from around ...

Antara News 9 Feb 2026 9:42 am

Bad Bunny celebrates Puerto Rico in joyous Super Bowl halftime show

Anticipation was high for the 31-year-olds set, amid rampant speculation about whether he would use his platform to renew his criticism of President Donald Trumps administration

The Hindu 9 Feb 2026 9:14 am

China and ASEAN Celebrate the Chinese Spring Festival Together

2026 marks the 35th anniversary of the establishment of dialogue relations between China and ASEAN and the 5th ...

Antara News 9 Feb 2026 8:28 am

U.S. Congress to depose Epstein accomplice Ghislaine Maxwell

Maxwell, currently serving 20 years in prison for trafficking girls to the disgraced financier Epstein, will face questions from prison via videolink, in a deposition by the House of Representatives' Oversight Committee

The Hindu 9 Feb 2026 8:13 am

Hong Kong tycoon Jimmy Lai sentenced to 20 years in national security trial

Jimmy Lais trial has been the financial hubs most high-profile national security case

The Hindu 9 Feb 2026 8:07 am

The 6 Linux distros I expect to rule 2026 - as someone who's tested hundreds (and for decades)

Which Linux distributions will rise above the competition in 2026 to dethrone the old guard? Here are my picks.

ZDNet 9 Feb 2026 8:02 am

Mexico sends two ships with humanitarian aid for Cuba

The shipment of 814 tons of aid comes as Mexico is mulling how to send oil to Cuba without being punished by U.S. President Donald Trump, who has vowed tariff punishment for any country that ships petroleum to Cuba

The Hindu 9 Feb 2026 7:59 am

Finally, a highly functional multitool for under $30 (and doesn't feel like a scam)

I typically go for higher-end multitools, but the NexTool E1 stood out for its durable design and surprisingly affordable price.

ZDNet 9 Feb 2026 7:58 am

My new favorite keychain holder is highly functional, fairly priced, and doubles as an AirTag

If you're always misplacing your keys as I do, this clever keyholder takes a completely fresh approach to staying organized.

ZDNet 9 Feb 2026 7:51 am

I stopped using ChatGPT for everything: These AI models beat it at research, coding, and more

ChatGPT isn't the best at everything, believe it or not. So I found the best AI models for any job.

ZDNet 9 Feb 2026 7:48 am

I tried a Claude Code rival that's local, open source, and completely free - how it went

I was curious if Block's Goose agent, paired with Ollama and the Qwen3-coder model, could really replace Claude Code. Here's how it worked.

ZDNet 9 Feb 2026 7:46 am

The $15 USB-C cable I always pack to avoid being hacked at public charging ports

If you frequently plug into public chargers, you're easily vulnerable to hackers. Either avoid them or use this accessory to avoid trouble.

ZDNet 9 Feb 2026 7:32 am

Thailand's Anutin readies for coalition talks after election win

Bhumjaithai was forecast by Channel 3 to have won almost 200 seats in Sunday's (February 8, 2026) vote

The Hindu 9 Feb 2026 7:00 am

President Mattarella declares Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics open

Italian President Sergio Mattarella declared the Milan-Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games open on Friday. For the ...

Antara News 9 Feb 2026 7:00 am

Israels security cabinet approves measures to strengthen control over West Bank

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas, in a statement, called the decision dangerous and an open Israeli attempt to legalise settlement expansion and land confiscation

The Hindu 9 Feb 2026 3:48 am

FBI concluded Jeffrey Epstein wasnt running sex trafficking ring for powerful men, files show

Investigators found ample proof of Epsteins sexual abuse of underage girls but little evidence of a sex trafficking ring for powerful men, according to an AP review of internal Justice Department records

The Hindu 9 Feb 2026 1:28 am

Partial shutdown in Balochistan, lukewarm response in other provinces to Opposition's protest in Pakistan

The complete shutter down and traffic strike call was given by Tehreek-e-Tahaffuz-e-Aain Pakistan (TTAP), a united front of all opposition political parties, including incarcerated former Prime Minister Imran Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI)

The Hindu 8 Feb 2026 11:15 pm

Takaichi on course for landslide win in Japan election

Leaders around the world, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, greeted Sanae Takaichi on her landmark victory in the House of Representatives elections; the huge jump from the pre-election share could allow Ms. Takaichi to make progress on a right-wing agenda that aims to boost Japans economy and military capabilities

The Hindu 8 Feb 2026 10:48 pm

Govt provides aid worth Rp351 million for Pacitan quake response

The Indonesian government has provided Rp351.8 million (approximately US$20,871) in logistics and emergency aid to ...

Antara News 8 Feb 2026 9:23 pm

Indonesia prepares emergency measures to save Mahakam dolphins

The Indonesian Ministry of Environment is currently preparing emergency measures to save the Mahakam dolphin (Orcaella ...

Antara News 8 Feb 2026 9:22 pm

Ethiopia demands Eritrea 'immediately withdraw' troops from its territory

Eritrea meanwhile accuses Ethiopia of seeking to seize its port at Assab as part of the landlocked country's efforts to gain sea access.

The Hindu 8 Feb 2026 9:04 pm

Aceh submits US$9.09 billion post-disaster recovery plan to BNPB

The Aceh Provincial Government has submitted the Post-Disaster Rehabilitation and Reconstruction Plan (R3P) document to ...

Antara News 8 Feb 2026 7:45 pm

Survey shows strong public support for Prabowo's free meal program

As one of President Prabowo Subiantos key national initiatives, the Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) program has ...

Antara News 8 Feb 2026 6:36 pm

Finally, I found a 4K projector worthy of replacing my TV - and it supports Dolby Vision

The Xgimi Horizon S Max stands out as one of the brightest yet portable projectors I've tested to date.

ZDNet 8 Feb 2026 6:00 pm

Indonesia eyes bid to host 2028 FIFA Futsal World Cup

The Indonesian government is aiming to host the 2028 FIFA Futsal World Cup following the successful hosting of the 2026 ...

Antara News 8 Feb 2026 6:00 pm

My favorite robot mower just got a worthy successor - no boundary wires required

Mammotion is launching a new robot mower lineup with easier setup and stronger navigation.

ZDNet 8 Feb 2026 5:30 pm