Starting next month, Google will require apps on the Play Store to provide a “stable, engaging, responsive user experience.” If they don’t, the company plans to eventually remove those apps from the store. This policy is part of Google’s latest spam policy update and is designed to...

Google is getting ready to remove lots of Android apps from the Play Store

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Herbie J Pilato

It's been eight years since former TV child star Sawyer Sweeten, best known from Everybody Loves Raymond, died tragically by suicide at only 19 years old. Sawyer Sweeten, his twin brother Sullivan Sweeten, and their older sister Madylin, played Ray Romano's TV children on Everybody Loves Raymond, the Emmy-winning sitcom that originally aired on CBS 1996 to 2005.

The Tragic Suicide of Former TV Child Star Sawyer Sweeten ('Everybody Loves Raymond'): 9 Years Later

A couple of Rockstar Games insiders claim the next GTA 6 trailer is on the way and shared a big update on when fans can expect to see more of Vice City. The first GTA 6 trailer was released back in December of 2023 and broke records as it amassed millions of views, but since then, we haven’t seen anything new.

Rockstar insiders leak update on GTA 6’s long-awaited second trailer

Stephen King’s “terrific” horror movie recommendation debuted with a perfect score of 100% on Rotten Tomatoes, making it a must-watch for fans of the genre. 2024’s horror movie landscape has been a bit of a mixed bag, ranging from hyped-up works like Longlegs to somewhat bloody disappointments like Abigail.

Stephen King’s “terrific” horror recommendation debuts with perfect Rotten Tomatoes score

After 250 hours, many of which were spent in a state of disassociation and delirium for streamer Norme, YouTube stepped in and took his stream down. However, he has kept the stream going on other platforms. He was going for the goal of 265 hours, claiming that the Guinness-recognized record...

YouTube & Kick shut down Norme’s no sleep stream after over 250 hours

A man went viral after revealing a surprising hack that allows you to grab lunch for two at Panera Bread, costing only a total of $6.99 and people were amazed. The TikToker, who goes by the name Coupon Daddy, has accumulated over 247,200 followers on the platform. “Did you know...

Viral $6.99 two person lunch hack at Panera Bread is a must-try

There’s a new McDonald’s menu in town for September, and it sees the return of 4 classic items, as well as some new treats to delve into. The trouble is, they might not be so easy to get. We’ve witnessed a bunch of new menu reveals this August,...

McDonald’s menu leak reveals fan-favorite items return & Monopoly

While Baldur’s Gate 3 is often hailed for its story and romantic plotlines, the community thinks Larian shouldn’t change their writing for the sake of pleasing players moving forward. Baldur’s Gate 3 was in early access for about three years before fully launching in 2023. During that period,...

Baldur’s Gate 3 players beg Larian to stop “softening characters for fan service”

Pokemon has always been a game for people of all ages, and that includes the young and the old. Pokemon Go especially is very accessible on almost any mobile device, so it has a wide audience of older gamers. The fact it can be combined with healthy exercise is also a bonus.

70-year-old Pokemon Go Mom starts “beef” after dominating local Gyms

After a stellar first season, X-Men ’97 has fans on tenterhooks for Season 2, though one costume update revealed at D23 is getting negative reactions already. X-Men ’97 picked-up where the classic ’90s animated series abruptly ended, and managed to successfully pull off the nostalgia-laden, action-packed comeback it was hoping to achieve.

X-Men ’97 Season 2’s huge costume switch-up is already getting backlash

Betraying Baldur’s Gate 3 NPCs in an evil run can be hard, but according to some players, this can be equivalent to doing them a “favor.”. One of the challenges of doing an evil run in Baldur’s Gate 3 is betraying and slaughtering characters that you’d normally help in a good playthrough. Hence, it’s not for the faint of heart, as there are just so many vile choices you can make throughout the game.

Baldur’s Gate 3 players explain why betraying NPCs early is a morally better choice

Kick staff have fired back at the notion the platform is going “woke” after implementing new moderation features to block certain lines of conversation in chat. Since the streaming platform opened its doors in 2023, Kick has garnered a reputation for its edgier content. Be it Vitaly catching alleged child predators, N3on getting into all sorts of drama, and Adin Ross calling it home after being permanently banned on Twitch, Kick is often in headlines for its controversies.

Kick staff deny platform is going “woke” with new AI moderation tools

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Core Keeper will arrive on the service on August 27th.

Xbox Game Pass Reveals New Day One Release for August

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A lady is cautioning others about purchasing budget earrings from Amazon, Shein, and H&M, after she experienced keloid formations on her earlobes due to wearing them. On a TikTok post that has garnered more than 334,000 likes, Sailor Rozema (@sailor.rozema), a content creator, shares a warning with her community of "dangly earring girls": the inexpensive jewelry found in fast fashion can have negative impacts on your well-being.

‘I’ll never be wearing earrings for the rest of my life’: Customer warns against buying from Shein

Google has a post up on its security blog that is half advertisement and half PSA-style announcement for Android users: go into your settings and turn off the "Allow 2G" toggle. This option, added in Android 12 back in 2021, does exactly what it sounds like: it turns off support for 2G cellular networking. Why would you want to do that? Because attackers are using the insecure 2G protocol to spoof phone numbers and send SMS spam.

Google Sounds Urgent Warning To Kill This Setting On Your Android Phone

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CYBERSECURITY experts have uncovered a mobile spyware application targeting Android smartphones. The malware hides itself on the home screen and operates stealthily in the background, managing to “steal” confidential data and monitor user activity. The rise of smartphones has also led to a rise in hackers, who, in turn, create apps designed to steal sensitive […]

Terrifying Android ‘spy app’ hides itself on your phone and records screen as experts reveal list of rules to stay safe

This week's Microsoft Edge Dev update is finally here under version 129.0.2752.4. As usual, the latest preview update delivers various browser improvements and small enhancements. Also, Browser Essentials can now track extensions uninstalls, and the browser no longer crashes when turning off Gamer Mode. Here is the complete changelog for...

Microsoft Edge 129 is out in Dev Channel with Browser Essentials and Gamer Mode improvements

Link to Windows is one aspect of Android that is surprisingly still something of a hidden gem — it's shocking how few people I've met know about it. Ever since I came across the convenience of having my Android device connected to my Windows laptop, I genuinely never looked back.

One UI 6.1.1 Will Make Using Apps Via Link To Windows Easier

Orea and Coca-Cola are launching the ultimate besties duo; An Oreo-flavored Coca-Cola Zero soda, and a Coca-Cola-flavored Oreo sandwich cookie. Get ready for these snacks to become your favorite combo, but be warned, they’ll only be available for a limited time, so don’t get too attached. Two major...

Oreo and Coca-Cola team up for ultimate cookie and soda collab

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Hey, NBC. Real Angelinos can tell Long Beach and Venice Beach are apart. Even though Los Angeles’ hosting of the 2028 Olympics was established in 2017 , news networks and media outlets proved yesterday that they still can’t tell the difference between two notable seaside cities in Los Angeles.

Five Ways L.A. Locals Knew Right Away That the Olympics Closing Ceremony Was Filmed in Long Beach, Not Venice

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How to watch Pokemon World Championship 2024: Dates, games, location

The 2024 Pokemon World Championship is upon us, so here’s everything you need to know about how to watch the annual event, including the dates and...

How to watch Pokemon World Championship 2024: Dates, games, location

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