Category: Mashable
The UK is piloting a four-day work week
The prospect of a four-day working week sounds like the stuff of fantasy. But, a new pilot of a four-day working week is launching in the UK for six months with no loss of pay for participating employees. Taking place from June to December 2022, the trial is being run by researchers at Cambridge Un…
Google Easter egg pays tribute to the late Betty White
Betty White, the legendary Golden Girls actor and comedian, passed away on New Year’s Eve at the age of 99. Today, Jan. 17, would have marked her 100th birthday. Marking the date, fans took to social media to pay tribute to White, sharing messages and images and taking part in the #BettyWhiteChallen…
The best Valentine’s Day gift ideas for your husband
Love or hate it, Valentine’s Day is the ideal time to put right the gift-giving wrongs of Christmas. Hey, we’ve all faltered over the festive season. Were you sure your husband would love that faux-vintage, Bluetooth-compatible turntable, only to find out later that what he really wanted was a Leg…
‘Sekiro’ speedrunner finishes the game in 2 hours while blindfolded
Speedrunning is one hell of an artform, but one gamer just took their skills to a new level. On Sunday, during this year’s Awesome Games Done Quick, the gaming speedrunning event that raises money for charity, speedrunner Mr. Game completed the notoriously difficult Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice in just…
Get this massage gun on sale for $129 off
TL;DR: As of Jan. 17, you can take 36% off the O’Yeet NEX Pro Massage Gun and get it for $229.99 instead of $359. If your resolution for 2022 is to rev up your workout routine, you’re probably going to have some sore days ahead of you. Instead of working out through the pain or taking a break right…
Add some magic to your space with cube lamp
TL;DR: The LampDepot Magic Cube Lamp is on sale for $101.14 with code JAN15 as of Jan. 17, which is 21% off its regular price of $129. The idea of staying home more often left many scrambling during the beginning of the pandemic. Why? Because many people haven’t truly given thought to their space…
Get your cat to drink more water with this whisker-friendly bowl on sale
TL;DR: As of Jan. 17, you can take 25% off a KittySpring Water Fountain for Cats with the code KITTY10 and get it for $29 instead of $39. Just like with humans, cats need adequate water intake to stay healthy and happy. But they often don’t drink as much water as they should, which can lead to de…
Apple CarKey is reportedly coming to more cars soon
In 2020, Apple launched CarKey, a feature that lets you add a digital key for your car to your iPhone or Apple Watch. The feature, however, was only made available to owners of new BMWs. According to a new report, this should change fairly soon. In the latest edition of his Power On newsletter, Blo…
Kickstart a career in IT with this discounted CompTIA certification course bundle
TL;DR: The Complete 2022 CompTIA Certification Course Super Bundle is on sale for £57.47, saving you 98% on list price. If the only thing standing between you and a lucrative IT career are some certifications, check out this Complete CompTIA Certification Course Super Bundle. It’s packed with 15…
Enjoy a lifetime of learning with this discounted Rosetta Stone bundle
TL;DR: The Unlimited Lifetime Learning Subscription Bundle is on sale for £144.82, saving you 88% on list price. Never being bored again isn’t about planning more vacations, or going out to dinner more. It’s about learning how to feed and entertain your mind, so you don’t waste your downtime doom…