Rather be in Dubai: Gym boss flees Londons petty crime, says UAE safer despite missile threats
Rory McEntee, a Dubai-based businessman stranded in the UK during Middle East flight disruptions, said he was desperate to return, arguing the UAE felt safer than London despite missile threats. He criticised the UK government for offering zero help and pointed to constant petty crime in London, calling the situation no way to live and reinforcing his long-running safety concerns.
$36,000 a year? Is Mamdani forcing NYC parents to pay sky-high private preschool fees?
New York Citys push to expand free childcare under Zohran Mamdani and Kathy Hochul is colliding with rising private preschool costs, as providers hike fees amid wage pressures and competition for staff. While public programmes aim to ease affordability, families outside the system face escalating expenses in an already costly and unequal childcare market.
Oupes Mega 1 review: I finally found a portable power station I can store in my truck
It's rare that I feature a power station not made by one of the big names, but the Oupes Mega 1 makes the cut, even receiving a ZDNET Lab Award for its efficiency.
Bluetti AC240 review: One of the most durable power stations I've tested
The Bluetti AC240 is water and dust-resistant, allowing it to withstand the worst Mother Nature can throw at it. It also earns a ZDNET Lab Award for its efficiency.
EndeavorOS Titan stands out among Arch-based Linux distros - here's why
EndeavorOS Titan is the latest release in this Arch-based distribution, and it is well worth the update, especially if you depend on a GPU with the proper drivers.
Amazon launches 1-hour delivery - what it costs and where it's available
You can order household essentials to your door in an hour, but delivery might cost as much as the item does.
How Ukraine trip unravelled Banksy's 'true identity'
For decades, the art world pondered the identity of Banksy, the anonymous street artist. Patient reporting, tracing clues from Bristol to Ukraine and a New York police file, revealed Robin Gunningham as the likely individual behind the iconic stencils. This discovery, while dismantling a myth, underscores the power of anonymity in art.
Alkmaar, Netherlands, revives a centuries-old cheese trading ritual every summer Friday. Dressed in white, guild members perform a synchronized trot, transporting heavy cheese wheels. This historic market, dating back to 1365, showcases traditional hand-clap bargaining and weighing, offering a vibrant glimpse into the nation's rich dairy heritage and past commercial prowess.
Lenovo is selling a $99 Android tablet that I can actually recommend
The Lenovo Tab One is an entry-level tablet that can handle most everyday tasks. And I highly recommend it at its discounted price.
I found 4 tech gadgets that actually helped me sleep better (and ditch the alarm)
I regularly clock seven hours a night, and I wake up without an alarm. Here's why my sleep is so good.
This HP Omen 17 is a powerhouse laptop that's $1,100 off on Best Buy for a limited time
The continued rise of RAM and GPU prices has made it hard to find good gaming laptop deals. But this one made the cut.
How to enable Google's free VPN on your Pixel phone - it's easy
Pixel phones include a free VPN that's buried in Settings. Here's how to find it and why you should use it.
UK man went to the gym after killing wife and blamed mysterious voices for the murder
A UK man allegedly murdered his estranged wife, Paria Veisi, after she visited his home. He then reportedly went to a leisure centre to shower and later claimed voices ordered the killing. The victim's body was found buried in a makeshift grave in the garden, with her phone used to send messages suggesting she had left the country.
