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Emoji Kitchen lets you combine two emojis to generate a new mashup sticker. You can send them to your family and friends through chats from your phone, laptop, desktop PC, or budget Chromebook. It's easy to get so engrossed in creating ridiculously funny emojis that you might forget to send them. This guide explains what Emoji Kitchen is and how to use it to spice up your conversations.

What is Emoji Kitchen?

The Pixel 8 is a great phone, but it could be better. It has an impressive camera and a sleek design. But like with all Pixels sporting Google's custom Tensor chip, it has a few problems plaguing it. Thermals and battery life are not ideal; the phone comes with measly RAM and storage options, and that dang fingerprint scanner is the bane of my existence. I will upgrade to the Pixel 9 if Google can sort out these issues in its next phone. But if not, then I'll probably look elsewhere for my next phone.

6 things the Pixel 9 must have to make me upgrade

Google is hosting its annual Pixel event in just a few weeks, and the company has already given us a first look at the Pixel 9 series, which will be fully unveiled next month. Thanks to plenty of leaks and rumors over the past few weeks, we've learned a lot about the upcoming Pixel 9 and have a good idea of what the new Google flagship will offer. So here are my main reasons why I’m not interested in the next Pixel smartphone and why I’ll likely stick with my current phone when the Pixel 9 series launches.

6 reasons why I'm already disinterested in the Pixel 9

Apple Maps is now available on the web in beta after years of being limited to Apple devices. The web version currently offers walking and driving directions, but lacks transit and biking options. Apple's Street View-like Look Around feature and additional functionality are expected in the coming months. Google Maps...

Apple Maps is finally available on the web, but Android browsers still can't use it

Lancaster County, PA

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

New York City, NY

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Rite Aid is making headlines again, but unfortunately, not for the best reasons. The essential pharmacy chain is closing a staggering 400 stores, a major uptick from the 143 closures initially planned when it filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy last October.

A large retail chain is shutting down hundreds stores after going through Chapter 11 bankruptcy

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Do you know any self-righteous person who rarely apologizes? We all have different weaknesses and offend others once in a while. However, some zodiac signs’ pettiness and insecurity hinder them from seeking forgiveness when they cross someone’s path. Instead, they try to prove that they were right when they did something.

3 Zodiac Signs That Don’t Apologize

T-Mobile raised prices by $2 to $5 per line, angering customers who filed complaints with the FCC and the FTC. Customers are now suing T-Mobile for violating its promise not to raise prices on legacy plans. The lawsuit demands a jury trial to force T-Mobile to abandon recent price hikes.

T-Mobile is getting sued for hiking rates on Price Lock plans

Chicago, IL

Foodie in Chicago

Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Wyoming State

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The Wyoming Democratic Party is calling on U.S. Rep. Harriet Hageman to apologize for calling Vice President Kamala Harris a diversity, equity and inclusion hire. “It took only three days for Harriet Hageman to disgrace herself on national television by launching a reprehensible and racist attack on Vice President Kamala Harris,” the WDP wrote in a statement .

Wyoming Dems demand Hageman apologize for calling Harris a ‘DEI hire’

Fond Du Lac, WI

In a recent move that’s bound to shake things up, Mercury Marine has announced a series of partial layoffs affecting about 1,700 employees at their Fond du Lac headquarters. The company, grappling with a decline in sales, is implementing these layoffs throughout the rest of the year.

An engine manufacturer is laying off 1,700 workers due to drop in sales

Washington State

Mill Creek, WA

Timothy A Gruver

The Washington State Department of Labor & Industries reported on Wednesday that it fined four roofing contractors more than a million dollars for letting their workers perform on top of homes without fall protection gear, among other safety violations.

Roofing Companies Fined $1.27M for Endangering Workers

Samsung's Galaxy AI is mostly stuff we're used to by now, like AI-assisted live translation and writing help. One of Galaxy AI's more novel features, "sketch to image," lets you insert realistic AI-generated objects into existing photos by sketching over top of them. It's a fun enough gimmick, but it doesn't take many repetitions for putting AI-generated hats on people to lose its novelty.

I didn't care about Galaxy AI until it gave my dog a Pokémon bong

Missouri State

Fulton, MO

CJ Coombs

Updated on July 17, 2024, concerning two of the missing children listed below. Bringing them home: for 40 years, the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) has been helping to locate missing children.

Seven teenagers have been missing in Missouri since June 2024

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Chloe, a 9 to 10-week-old puppy, is the last of her litter and is eagerly looking for a forever home. Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a dedicated foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, recently shared Chloe's story and her endearing qualities.

Meet Chloe: The 10-Week-Old Puppy Who Is The Last Of Her Litter Looking For Love

Hammy and Cheyanne, two miniature poodles, are in search of their forever home. Weighing 6.3lb and 6.4lb respectively, these sweet pups are a bonded pair with a sad past. Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, shares their story, explaining that "Hammy & Cheyanne are cruelty case pups that are a bonded pair. They're from a rural area in Texas. These are a pair of sweet little pups that are in need of a fresh start together!"

Meet The Sweet Little Dogs Who Are Looking For Love

How do you make a great flip phone like the Galaxy Z Flip 6 exciting if the folding form factor isn’t enough, and you don’t want to revolutionize the front display experience? You turn to the capital of glitz and glamour and take a page out of the Las Vegas playbook. Neon is back, and this LED case is fun and just the right amount of special.

The Galaxy Z Flip 6 Flipsuit LED Case is silly and fun and I dig it

Kansas City, MO

Cats of Kansas City

One might be wise to wait until after Independence Day to adopt one of these cats. They just don't like the noise of fireworks, which, combined with the sudden, scary changes of a new home might not make for a great start. Come Friday, the 5th though, go and grab up one of these terrific cats, all available from local, Kansas City shelters.

Celebrate your 4th with one of these great cats

Samsung's new Galaxy Ring is the company's latest addition to its wearables. The device tracks your health statistics to provide details of your sleep quality, heart rate, and activity, making it a strong contender in the smart rings segment. It uses Galaxy AI to analyze your body's metrics and offer a clearer picture of your health. This guide shows you how to obtain more precise readings with your Galaxy Ring.

How to get the best health measurements with your Samsung Galaxy Ring

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Google will modify Chrome menus to prevent accidental password deletion

Beware, the default setting in Chrome for Android could delete all your credentials saved in Google Password Manager. Deleted passwords cannot be recovered, but one unfortunate...

Google will modify Chrome menus to prevent accidental password deletion

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