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Photo: Drew Angerer / Getty Images Former pharmaceutical executive Martin Shkreli must turn over his copies of The Wu-Tang Clan’s Once Upon a Time in Shaolin album to comply with a preliminary injunction issued by federal Judge Pamela Chen in an ongoing lawsuit, ArtNet reported on Friday.
PleasrDAO, NFT collective and current owner of Shaolin claims in its lawsuit that he “improperly retained copies of data and files” from the album and plans to release them. Among other compla

It'd be pretty shocking to look up into the night sky and see a glowing visage of Steve Harvey. Yet that is apparently what happened for some folks in Atlanta. Obviously the internet, in turn, loved it. The whole thing started with a tweet from Andscape senior writer David Dennis Jr. "There’s a light projection of Steve Harvey over Atlanta right now and I have no clue why," Dennis Jr. tweeted, along with a photo that's now been viewed more than seven million times.Tweet may have been delet

TikTok's new hit song sounds like the Powerpuff Girls dipped into Scarface's powder, puffed a joint, then ripped a night out in the East Village....then wrote a hyperpop, bubblegum song about it. The song is called "10 Drunk Cigarettes" by Girly Girl Productions and it's a seemingly AI-assisted ditty about all the things a girl needs more than a man. You'd be forgiven that — barring the song title — it sounds like a godawful Katy Perry track. Instead, it's a pretty hilarious and raun

Adam Driver in Megalopolis. | Screenshot: YouTube So, all those faked review quotes from the Megalopolis trailer that got pulled last week were apparently AI, after all. Not only that, but the person who was in charge of the materials for the trailer, Eddie Egan, has been removed from the movie’s marketing team.
That’s all according to Deadline, which reported on Friday that the AI-ness of it all was confirmed in an investigation after the fact. Neither Egan nor Megalopolis studio Li

Have you ever had an eight-day road trip turn into an eight-month excursion? Nope? Well, consider yourself fortunate that you're not one of the astronauts currently stranded in space. The two astronauts, Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore, who blasted to the International Space Station (ISS) in a Boeing Starliner are now set to remain there until 2025 due to issues with Boeing's spacecraft. NASA made the long-awaited decision on Saturday, citing safety concerns. As Mashable's science and space repo

You can learn a lot about somebody just by learning about how they get things done. Are they the sort of person who might have a perfectly color-coded email inbox, a flawlessly organized to-do list, and what’s that, they just sent you a calendar invite for happy hour next week? Or are they more likely to have a giant pile of sticky notes they never look at, a computer desktop with so many files you can’t even see the wallpaper, and today’s main tasks written on their arm? Neit

The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times' revered daily crossword. While the crossword is a lengthier experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, The Mini is an entirely different vibe.With only a handful of clues to answer, the daily puzzle doubles as a speed-running test for many who play it.So, when a tricky clue disrupts a player's flow, it can be frustrating! If you find yourself stumped playing The Mini — much like with Wordle and Connections &mdas

Image: David Pierce / The Verge Hi, friends! Welcome to Installer No. 49, your guide to the best and Verge-iest stuff in the world. (If you’re new here, welcome, hope you like podcasts, and also you can read all the old editions at the Installer homepage.)This week, I’ve been reading about upstart baseball teams and canceled comics and Francis Ford Coppola, watching Logan Lucky, binging Teo Crawford’s camera videos,listening to The Mess Around and thus rewatching New Girl for t

TL;DR: Get wireless CarPlay and Android Auto in your car for just $89.97 until September 3 and enjoy safer, smarter drives.Long drives or quick commutes, your car is your mobile command center. But fumbling with cords or outdated tech can make even a short drive a hassle. What if you could ditch the cables and make your ride smoother and smarter?The Apple CarPlay and Android Auto wireless adapter is here to simplify your drive, turning your car into a tech-savvy hub without the headache —

TL;DR: Marked down 44% to $49.99, this open-box Ottocast U2-Air transforms your wired CarPlay into wireless for a hassle-free driving experience.If your car already has CarPlay but you’re still fumbling with cables every time you start the engine, it’s time for an upgrade. This Ottocast U2-Air Wireless CarPlay Adapter open-box model is here to turn your wired CarPlay into a wireless wonder, making your drives smoother and more convenient. And for a limited time, it's available at a $

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TL;DR: Get a refurbished MacBook Air for just $249.97 through September 3 and enjoy all the essentials in a thin, lightweight package.Opens in a new windowCredit: Apple13.3-inch Apple MacBook Air (8GB RAM, 128GB SSD)$249.97 at The Mashable Shop $999.00 Save $749.03RefurbishedGet DealBeen feeling like your laptop just isn’t cutting it anymore? Maybe it’s slowing down, getting bulky, or just doesn’t fit your on-the-go lifestyle. If you’re juggling work, personal projects, o

TL;DR: For $39.97 through September 3, this bundle dives deep into AI and ChatGPT, alongside 13 other must-have coding courses.Artificial intelligence is more than just a buzzword — it’s the future of tech, and now’s your chance to get ahead of the curve. This Learn to Code bundle puts a spotlight on AI, featuring essential courses that will immerse you in the world of AI development (and a ton more), including the powerful ChatGPT by OpenAI. Until September 3, it's on sale for

TL;DR: Learn how to use AI tools like ChatGPT, DALL-E, Midjourney, and more with this £22.70 online course bundle (reg. £115.06).Opens in a new windowCredit: Skill SuccessThe 2024 AI Super Skills Bundle£22.70 at the Mashable Shop £115.06 Save £92.36Get DealWe have a theory: Everyone who hates AI is secretly experiencing FOMO. If that’s you, droning on about how much you hate ChatGPT even though you’ve never used it, we’re gonna try to change your m

TL;DR: Watch Wolves vs. Chelsea in the Premier League with a free trial of Fubo. Sign up for a free trial of Fubo from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.The second round of Premier League fixtures has thrown together some really interesting matchups, and although both Wolves and Chelsea lost their first games of the season, this is still an intriguing prospect. Wolves put up a good fight against Arsenal in their first game, and Chelsea lost to the defending champions Manchester City. Chelsea

TL;DR: Live stream Tennessee Titans vs. New Orleans Saints for free on DAZN. Watch NFL preseason games for free from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.The New Orleans Saints host the Tennessee Titans this weekend as part of the final batch of the NFL preseason games. The Saints are 1-1 in preseason, while the Titans are on a 2-0 winning streak. OK, so it's only preseason — the results don't impact the real season's standings — but every team wants to hit the 2024 season with mome

TL;DR: Live stream New England Patriots vs. Washington Commanders for free on DAZN. Watch NFL preseason games for free from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.The Patriots are hosting not only the Commanders, but also the final game of the NFL preseason — the last taste of football action before the season begins on Sep. 6. New England may have lost their last game against the Philadelphia Eagles 14-13 but the positive news is that rookie quarterback Drake Maye had a good showing, linki

TL;DR: Watch Los Angeles Sparks vs. Dallas Wings in the WNBA with WNBA League Pass. Avoid blackouts and watch the WNBA from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.The WNBA season continues and next up it's Los Angeles Sparks vs. Dallas Wings. Both teams have had a strong season so far, so it's set to be an exciting match. If you want to watch Los Angeles Sparks vs. Dallas Wings in the WNBA from anywhere in the world, keep reading to find out all the information you need.When is Los Angeles Sparks

TL;DR: Watch Liverpool vs. Brentford in the Premier League with a free trial of Fubo. Sign up for a free trial of Fubo from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.The Premier League is a seriously difficult competition. Liverpool might have beaten Ipswitch in their first match, but they took their time. And Brentford won a tricky tie against Crystal Palace, but that game could have gone either way. Sure, three points is great, but all that matters is the next fixture, and both teams will be confi

TL;DR: Live stream Arizona Cardinals vs. Denver Broncos for free on DAZN. Watch NFL preseason games for free from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.The NFL preseason is a great chance to see the latest rookies in action for the first time, as drafted players look to impress coaches and fans and stake their claim as a season starter.With the Cardinals playing at the Broncos this weekend, the big talking point is the Broncos' rookie quarterback Bo Nix. A first round draft pick, Nix has impress

If you're reading this, you're looking for a little help playing Strands, the New York Times' elevated word-search game.By providing an opaque hint and not providing the word list, Strands creates a brain-teasing game that takes a little longer to play than its other games, like Wordle and Connections.SEE ALSO:Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable
If you're feeling stuck or just don't have 10 or more minutes to figure out today's puzzle, we've got all the NYT Strands

Connections is the latest New York Times word game that's captured the public's attention. The game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle, Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over the hurdle.If you just want to be told today's puzzle, you can jump to the end of this article for August 25's Connections solution. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, k

We got game emulators in the app store, as a treat. | Photo by Allison Johnson / The Verge Whining about stuff is a treasured American pastime, so allow me to indulge: the iPhone is more fun in Europe now, and it’s not fair.
They’re getting all kinds of stuff because they have cool regulators, not like, regular regulators. Third-party app stores, the ability for browsers to run their own engines, Fortnite, and now the ability to replace lots of default apps? I want it, too! Imagine i

Illustration by Alex Castro / The Verge Telegram CEO Pavel Durov is reportedly in custody after being arrested near Paris Saturday evening as he was departing his private jet. The billionaire was apprehended on a warrant related to a preliminary investigation, writes Reuters.
French authorities reportedly believe that the platform’s lack of moderation has “allowed criminal activity to go on undeterred on the messaging app.” Durov will go before a judge tonight and could be indi

Illustration by Alex Castro / The Verge Telegram CEO Pavel Durov is reportedly in custody after being arrested near Paris Saturday evening as he was departing his private jet. The billionaire was apprehended on a warrant related to a preliminary investigation, writes Reuters.
French authorities believe that the platform’s lack of moderation has “allowed criminal activity to go on undeterred on the messaging app.” Durov will go before a judge tonight and could be indicted as ear

Image: Canoo EV startup Canoo has lost co-founder and chief technology officer Sohel Merchant and is moving its operations out of Los Angeles, according to two reports from TechCrunch this week, citing unnamed sources.
Merchant took over the CTO position in 2021, when the company’s CTO left, along with two other co-founders. One of those who remained, chief designer Richard Kim, departed last year. With Merchant now reportedly gone, chief engineer Christoph Kuttner is the last founder stan