19 hours agoNew York StateComments Off on Life Comes Full Circle: Blade Runner 2049, a Movie Warning us About the Dangers of Technology, Involved in Elon Musk AI Lawsuit
When Ryan Gosling swam into view in Denis Villeneuve’s muted blue-and-grey-hued frames of Blade Runner 2049, fans of the sci-fi genre already discerned a classic in the making. Not only did Villeneuve respect Ridley Scott’s original vision but he committed it to a higher standard, elevating the story to a refined and finely-tuned cinematic tale […]
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19 hours agoNew York StateComments Off on Why Venom 1 + 2 Worked: Revisiting Sony’s Only Successful Spider-Man Spinoffs
Venom: The Last Dance is hitting theaters soon and it’s still kind of boggling to me that this franchise made it to three movies. Venom as a character is intrinsically linked to Spider-Man, but the two characters aren’t connected at all in the films. Plus, Sony’s other spinoff movies include the critically reviled Madame Web […]
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19 hours agoNew York StateComments Off on Adam Silver Announces 1st Pick of 2025 NBA Draft: Kai Cenat Shows up Like a Mafia Boss and Got What He Desperately Wanted at Knicks vs Celtics
It’s an incredibly beautiful sight to see pioneers of the entertainment world unite with sports associations and athletes to put smiles across everybody’s faces. Kai Cenat recently earned an opportunity to do exactly that and he stole the spotlight during the NBA 2024-25 Season tipoff game between the Boston Celtics and New York Knicks. While […]
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19 hours agoNew York StateComments Off on Drivers risk $3,500 repair bills if they fail to do crucial check before cold weather – use 50/50 rule to avoid damage
DRIVERS have been urged to make sure their car is in top shape before cold weather rolls in by doing crucial checks that could save thousands of dollars.
An auto expert shared the most important car parts to inspect – and neglecting one area during the winter could leave drivers with repair bills up to $3,500.
Drivers should check their coolant levels before the cold months (stock image)[/caption]
It’s also important for drivers to check their tire pressure (stock image[/caption]
Ron Krauch is an automotive writer with four decades of experience working with cars.
His love for cars started as a child as he grew up around an auto shop in Baltimore where his dad worked.
He went on to attend racing schools and work for industry giants like Pontiac, Ford, and CarMax.
Krauch offered advice to drivers about which parts of their cars to check ahead of the winter in an interview with The U.S. Sun.
The auto expert, who writes for CarsAndConvos.com, said that it’s imperative for drivers to top off or replace fluids before the winter.
Drivers should ensure their car’s coolant or antifreeze is properly mixed and at the correct level to prevent freezing.
The 50/50 rule, half antifreeze and half water, is usually the standard for properly mixing the liquid.
Antifreeze lowers the freezing point of water in your car engine’s cooling system to prevent it from turning to ice and expanding in cold temperatures.
If coolant is used properly, the water could freeze and expand – cracking your engine block.
Fixing a cracked engine block isn’t typically cheap, as CarBrain estimates the damage typically costs at least $3,500 to repair.
The auto company says that it’s often better to just sell a car with a cracked engine block rather than try to replace it as it could take long hours to fix and cost $1,500 for just the parts alone.
CHECK YOUR FLUIDS
Coolant isn’t the only fluid you should check, as Krauch recommends getting an oil change before the cold.
“Use the correct oil for winter, as some oils thicken in cold temperatures, making it harder for the engine to start,” the expert told The U.S. Sun.
He also recommended taking care of your windshield wiper fluid and making sure your wiper blades are in good condition.
More winter car advice from AAA
The American Automobile Association shared advice on preparing your car for the winter months.
AAA gave the following tips for drivers getting ready for cold weather:
Get your brakes checked
Check tire pressure
Test your car’s battery
Apply water repellent to your windshield
Check antifreeze levels
Clean your headlights
Have emergency tools available like jumper cables, salt, and an ice scraper
“Use winter washer fluid that won’t freeze and fill up the reservoir,” Krauch said.
TREADING LIGHTLY
Krauch also said it’s important for drivers to check their tires and tire pressure before winter.
“Cold weather causes tire pressure to drop, so check and inflate them to the recommended level. Under-inflated tires can reduce traction,” he explained.
The expert recommends drivers in snowy areas switch to winter tires as they have a better grip on snow and ice.
Drivers should also make sure their tires have sufficient tread before hitting wet or icy roads – which you can check using a coin.
TEST YOUR BATTERY
Finally, Krauch says drivers should inspect their car batteries because “cold temperatures reduce battery performance.”
You should have your battery tested, especially if it’s more than three years old.
Drivers should also check that their battery terminals are clean and corrosion-free to maintain a good connection.
If you’re taking your car to the shop for any of these crucial checks, Krauch previously warned against three services offered by dealerships that could waste your time and money.
Sasha Maria Figueiredo shared the video on social media[/caption]
She has over 60k followers on Instagram[/caption]
She has her own OnlyFans page[/caption]
A video was shared on social media showing the shocking moment.
The clip started with the camera facing the match before turning to the women who were jumping up and down.
While they cheered, they moved their clothing to show their breasts despite being in the stands with many fans.
Sasha Maria Figueiredo has claimed to be one of the women on social media.
She shared the video on her official X account with the caption “at the game tonight”.
She has a large set of fans on the platform, and 39.3k people follow her account.
Her account also has a link to an OnlyFans page and a Telegram account.
Sasha also has an Instagram page on which she has a further 65k followers.
On the platform, she regularly uploads raunchy content of herself wearing lingerie.
Her followers often swoon in the comment section, with many calling her “unreal” and “sensational”.
In terms of the action on the field, the Dodgers won the play-off clash 2-0 and the division series 3-2.
There was more fan drama as the match was delayed for 10 minutes.
This was down to supporters throwing baseballs and beer at Padres’ Jurickson Profar.
Jurickson Profar was subject to baseballs being thrown at him from the crowd[/caption]
The LA Dodgers won the match and the series[/caption]
19 hours agoNew York StateComments Off on Brits can get iPhone’s huge AI upgrade in days just by changing a setting including trick to remove people from selfies
BRITS will be getting a major (and free) iPhone upgrade in days – and there’s a trick to make it even better.
It’s the next big iPhone update – iOS 18.1 – that will write text for you, let you remove objects from photos, and summarise your notifications instantly.
And due to the slow roll-out of the AI-powered Apple Intelligence, the launch is a little confusing.
Some of the best new AI features are (for now) locked to devices using U.S. English.
So by changing your phone’s language, you can access some of the new tricks here in Britain.
But you’ll get them eventually if you’re willing to wait.
19 hours agoNew York StateComments Off on I’ve tried the new iPad Mini and it’s great for Netflix – but its tiny size has an even bigger perk
THE iPad Mini is back to the delight of its adoring fans – and I’ve been trying out the revamped (and ultra-portable) tablet.
Apple released a new version of the iPad Mini just last week, three years after the previous model.
The new iPad Mini has a more powerful processor that can support the AI Apple Intelligence features[/caption]
The model is at the cheaper end of Apple’s tablet line-up at £499 / $499.
It’s still pricier than the regular iPad (£329 / $349), but costs less than the iPad Air and iPad Pro.
The main perk of the iPad Mini is its smaller size, owing to the shrunken 8.3-inch Liquid Retina screen.
For contrast, the new iPhone 16 Pro Max screen size measures 6.9 inches from corner to corner.
And the regular iPad comes in at just shy of 11 inches.
The point of the iPad Mini is to give you roughly the experience of owning a normal iPad, but in a far more portable way.
Some people simply don’t like lugging around an iPad, or even holding one up.
The iPad Mini is far neater, fits easily in a coat pocket or handbag, and is a bit easier to whip out on a packed train or cramped flight.
It’s got a sharp enough display with great colour accuracy and enough brightness to work by the pool.
And it looks great too: I really like the purple model I’ve been trying out, but it also comes in similarly slick blue, space grey, and starlight options.
The gadget is powered by the A17 Pro chip. Apple fans will know that’s the same processor in last year’s top-end iPhone 15 Pro Max.
It powers some Apple Intelligence AI features like a more natural Siri, Writing Tools for proof-reading, and Clean Up to remove unwanted objects from pictures.
Several Apple Intelligence features will be available at launch in the United States, but Brits will need to wait for a December update.
Battery life is promised at “all-day”, and that feels about right.
It comes in a spiffing new purple colour option[/caption]
I tried using it as my main leisure device, so playing some games (including the always-addictive League of Legends spin-off Wild Rift), watching a bit of TV and YouTube, and browsing the web.
And I struggled to wear it down in a day. It’ll get on just fine on a long flight.
It comes with 128GB of storage as standard, which isn’t enormous but will suit most users just fine.
Power users who need more can upgrade it to 256GB or 512GB storage for a fee.
League of Legends: Wild Rift is one of the best games to play on iPad – and the iPad Mini is the perfect size for it[/caption]
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Image Playground allows users to create playful images in moments.
Image Wand is a new tool in the Apple Pencil tool palette that can transform a rough sketch into a polished image.
Emoji will be taken to an entirely new level with the ability to create original Genmoji by simply typing a description, or by selecting a photo of a friend or family member.
Siri will be able to draw on a user’s personal context to deliver intelligence that is tailored to them. It will also gain onscreen awareness to understand and take action with users’ content, as well as take hundreds of new actions in and across Apple and third-party apps.
With ChatGPT integrated into experiences within iPadOS 18, users have the option to access itsexpertise, as well as its image- and document-understanding capabilities, within Siri and Writing Tools without needing to jump between tools. And privacy protections are built in so a user’s IP address is obscured, and OpenAI won’t store requests. Users can access ChatGPT for free without creating an account, and ChatGPT’s data-use policies apply for those who choose to connect their account.
What you need to think about before buying an iPad Mini is whether you want this as a work device.
Honestly, if you’re doing proper work, you probably want to consider a bigger iPad.
Full-size iPads can reasonably replace a laptop due to their screen size.
You can sketch on it fine with an Apple Pencil, but you’d benefit from the larger canvas of an iPad proper.
There are four colours to choose from[/caption]
And doing any serious typing, creating presentations, or photo-editing is better off done with a larger display.
I think the iPad Mini is much better suited as a leisure device: it’s easy to move around, looks great, and handles Netflix shows and games perfectly.
Its also a great size for gaming specifically: with Wild Rift, I am able to enjoy the benefits of having a bigger screen than an iPhone, but it’s not as unwieldy as a giant iPad in terms of control.
It might be the best size format if you’re gaming with the touchscreen itself.
There’s a USB-C port on the bottom and a Touch ID fingerprint scanner at the top[/caption]
If that’s your thing, this is the device for you.
And it’s fine as a secondary device to your main work machine, if that’s what you need.
It’s got a USB-C port so it’s very compatible with newer iPhones, Macs, AirPods, and so on.
And you can buy accessories for it like Apple’s fairly popular Smart Folio case (which comes in matching colours). Accessorise!
You can bag yourself a Smart Folio case in a matching colour[/caption]
The Sun says:The iPad Mini is the perfect portable size for a casual Netflix and gaming machine. It’s a great leisure tablet, or as an add-on to your work set-up – but power-users might want to upgrade to the bigger iPad Air.
All prices in this article were correct at the time of writing, but may have since changed.
Always do your own research before making any purchase.
19 hours agoNew York StateComments Off on ‘I’m not a Man City, I’m not a Liverpool – but I am a cold night away in Stoke’ says viral boxer in threat to opponent
BOXER Johnny Fisher described himself as a cold night away in Stoke – in a warning to whoever shares the ring with him.
But already talk has turned to a future battle of the British unbeatens against 10-0 Moses Itauma.
And Fisher responded with: “I will fight anyone. Anyone out there I will fight.
“What they’ve got to realise is my value I bring to the table but listen, I’m not a Man City, I’m not an AC Milan, I’m not a Liverpool but I am cold night away in Stoke.
“And to beat me you’ve got to pull your socks up and put your on to beat me.
“But listen, Moses Itauma, a great talent I’ve got so much respect for him and that is a massive fight for the British public down the line and I think that can happen.”
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The pair have sparred in the past and even agreed to go out for Fisher’s trademark Chinese takeaway after.
And Itauma added: “Me and Johnny have had a few conversations.
“I don’t hate the man but listen I feel like the fight will there on the table if we want it.
19 hours agoNew York StateComments Off on Aaron Rodgers update as New York Jets make Week 8 starting decision following new injury problems
AARON RODGERS has suffered a new injury to add to the New York Jets woes.
The star quarterback has been fighting a number of issues in the 2024-25 NFL season.
Aaron Rodgers has suffered a fresh injury while playing for the New York Jets[/caption]
Rodgers missed the whole of the 2023-24 season with a ruptured Achilles[/caption]
He has had problems with his knee and ankle in recent weeks, in a tough return to action.
But the Week 8 injury report has revealed a new issue, with his hamstring now wounded.
And it is feared the 40-year-old’s mobility could have been effected in their 37-15 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 7.
“It’s new,” confirmed Jets interim head coach Jeff Ulbrich.
“Something that kinda flared up this past game.
“They’re gonna assess it all week long.
“He’s gonna treat his butt off like he always does.
“I don’t anticipate this affecting him in playing.”
Rodgers is understood to have suffered a hamstring issue a few weeks ago.
But it was never reported by the Jets on the official NFL injury report.
The New York-based team take on their old rivals the New England Patriots this weekend.
And Rodgers is still set to start in the quarterback position.
He missed the whole of last season after rupturing his Achilles just four plays into Week 1.
The Jets have had a dreadful season so far, going 2-5 on the year.
19 hours agoNew York StateComments Off on Brock Purdy tipped for shock San Francisco 49ers trade exit as NFL exec claims he’s not a ‘dude’ after Chiefs loss
THE San Francisco 49ers are not having the year they imagined in 2024, and it might drastically change soon.
After a loss to the Kansas City Chiefs, the 49ers are 3-4 on the season and falling out of playoff contention.
Brock Purdy and the 49ers are having a rough start to the season[/caption]
Some NFL executives think Purdy could be traded[/caption]
Things don’t look like they are going to improve anytime soon either.
The 49ers just lost star wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk to a torn ACL, Christian McCaffrey hasn’t played a single snap all season, and Deebo Samuel is suddenly out with an illness.
Athletic writer Mike Ando addressed these struggles in a weekly column by talking to NFL executives around the league.
All of those executives obviously had concerns about the 49ers, but one took it to the extreme.
The executive targeted quarterback Brock Purdy in his analysis of improving the 49ers.
Purdy is one of the great stories in the NFL, going from the last player in the draft to a top quarterback in the league.
However, Purdy will be due a massive contract extension soon, and the executive wasn’t sure if he should be the long-term option for the 49ers.
“They need to make a decision about whether they should just be moving on from this older core and building around Purdy, or do they trade Purdy, get stuff for him and go with a cheaper option at quarterback?” the executive told Sando.
Purdy is having a fine start to the season, but he certainly isn’t elevating the 49ers to a high level.
Through seven games he has 1,841 passing yards with nine touchdowns and seven interceptions.
While he is second in the league in passing yards, he is second in interceptions and 11th in touchdowns.
The executive gave a simple explanation for Purdy’s performance, saying he isn’t the guy.
“It’s about being a guy being a dude, and Purdy is not in that ‘dude’ category,” he said.
While the 49ers might benefit from having an elite-level quarterback like Patrick Mahomes or Lamar Jackson, this scenario seems more likely to play out in a video game than in real life.
Most of the time, if teams have a quarterback-head coach combo that works, they try not to mess with it.
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“A lot of people would trade their situations with San Francisco,” the executive told Sando.
“They just aren’t as deep as they typically have been.”
The 49ers have one more game on Sunday before they head into their bye week.
If they lose on Sunday against the Dallas Cowboys, they could become sellers and look to compete next year.
However, if they win and move to 4-4, expect the 49ers to compete by the end of the season with Purdy at quarterback.
Purdy has nine touchdowns and seven interceptions this season[/caption]