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Doctor Who ‘Lucky Day’ review: Pete, I owe you an apology

Spoilers for “Lucky Day.”

When the writers for this season of Doctor Who were announced, one name in the roster put me instantly on edge. Pete McTighe may have a distinguished filmography but, in this house, he’s known as the person who wrote “Kerblam.” That’s the Chibnall-era episode summed up as “Space Amazon is great and the people protesting poor working conditions and mass-layoffs are the real villains.” Imagine then, my delighted surprise when “

2h | Engadget
How to watch NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang deliver the Computex 2025 keynote

Computex 2025 is approaching, and it’s sure to bring a ton of announcements about the latest chips, laptops, gaming devices and more from leading brands. The event in Taipei will kick off on Monday, May 19 with a keynote from NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang at the Taipei Music Center. There will be a livestream for anyone not attending in person, so you can watch along on the

2h | Engadget
Show HN: Pipask – safer pip without compromising convenience

Pipask is a drop-in replacement for pip that addresses a serious security flaw: standard pip executes arbitrary code from source distributions during dependency resolution, without warning or consent.

Pipask retrieves metadata through PyPI's JSON API first, then checks repository popularity, download counts, package age, and known vulnerabilities before allowing installation. It presents you with a pretty report and asks for you consent with installation, giving you control over what code

Show HN: Free, in-browser PDF editor

Add text, input boxes, pictures, signatures, delete pages, merge PDFs and password protect them. All happening in the browser, 100% free and no sign-up.


Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=43880962

Points: 126

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https://breezepdf.com

Kids under 13 will soon get supervised access to Google Gemini

Google Gemini is adding nannying to its chatbot skillset. According to a New York Times report, Google will make Gemini available to users under 13, so long as they’re under a parent-managed Google account using Family Link. In an email sent to parents, Google said that kids will get access to Gemini to “ask questions, get homework help and make up stories.” This ex

4h | Engadget
Half-Life 3 is reportedly playable in its entirety and could be announced this year

Cue a new batch of “Half-Life 3 confirmed” memes. The latest rumor surrounding Valve’s long-awaited next installment in the Half-Life series claims that the game is currently “playable, end-to-end” and could even be announced in the summer, followed by a release in winter of this year. The speculation comes from Tyler McVicker, who’s known for reporting on

4h | Engadget
 RIP the DJI Phantom, the drone that started it all – and got me into aerial photography

DJI has officially withdrawn support for the Phantom 4 Pro and Advanced, effectively retiring its venerable – and pioneering – Phantom range for good.

https://www.techradar.com/cameras/drones/rip-the-dji-phantom-the-drone-that-started-it-all-and-got-me-into-aerial-photography

Windows 7 took ages to load if you had a solid background. Now we know why
 Dynatron coolers support up to 660W for Intel Diamond Rapids and AMD Venice CPUs

Dynatron's CPU cooler listings indicate "Diamond Rapids" as the codename for Intel's upcoming Xeon CPUs and "SP7" as the socket for AMD's next-gen Venice CPUs.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/cpus/dynatron-coolers-support-up-to-660w-for-intel-diamond-rapids-and-amd-venice-cpus

 Minecraft runs on 8MB of VRAM using a 20-year-old GPU

Budget-Builds Official has successfully run a playable instance of Minecraft using 8MB of VRAM on a 20-year-old GPU.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/gpus/minecraft-runs-on-8mb-of-vram-using-a-20-year-old-gpu

You can’t sit with us — why luxury brands are so desperately bad at UX

Chanel, Hermés, Balenciaga: bad UX that gets the job done, and inaccessibility that makes the product coveted.

6h | UX Design
The Louvre will stop renting out Nintendo 3DS audio guides in September

In a few months, you'll no longer be able to rent a Nintendo 3DS to guide you around the Louvre and tell you about the pieces exhibited in it. The website Nintendo Everything has spotted a notice in

6h | Engadget
Bandai releases Tamagotchi Paradise comic for Free Comic Book Day, and it may hint at the next device

It’s the first Saturday of May, which means Free Comic Book Day is here, and this year, even Tamagotchi is getting in on the fun. Bandai has released a limited edition comic for the event, and it sports the new moniker that’s been fueling fan speculation for mon

6h | Engadget
Are Shokz' New OpenDots One Better Than Bose's Ultra Open Earbuds?

With the proliferation of clip-on earbuds, Shokz is getting in the game with its premium priced $200 OpenDots One buds. I went hands-on with them to see how they stack up against Bose's top-rated Ultra Open Earbuds. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/are-shokz-new-opendots-one-better-than-boses-ultra-open-earbuds/#ftag=CADf328eec

8h | cnet.com
 NYT Strands hints and answers for Sunday, May 4 (game #427)

Looking for NYT Strands answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, including the spangram.

https://www.techradar.com/computing/websites-apps/nyt-strands-today-answers-hints-4-may-2025

 NYT Connections hints and answers for Sunday, May 4 (game #693)

Looking for NYT Connections answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, plus my commentary on the puzzles.

https://www.techradar.com/gaming/nyt-connections-today-answers-hints-4-may-2025

 Are bigger gaming laptops really better? Here’s how an RTX 5080 beat an RTX 5090.

We’d naturally expect an Nvidia RTX 5090 GPU to consistently outperform an RTX 5080. That’s just how the CUDA cores crumble.

https://www.laptopmag.com/laptops/gaming-laptops-pcs/nvidia-rtx-5080-vs-rtx-5090-gaming-laptops

 "I do agree that Diablo 4 still has a lot of untapped potential," Diablo 4 developers discuss Season 8 themes, their evolving developer philosophy, and more

Diablo 4's Season 8 is here, and recently we caught up with lead Diablo 4 designers Colin Finer and Deric Nunez to learn about the near future of one of the world's most popular ARPGs.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/i-do-agree-that-diablo-4-still-has-a-lot-of-untapped-potential-interview

 My top gaming laptop of 2024 defended its crown with a redesign, but lost one of my favorite features

Lenovo redesigned its popular Legion Pro 7i gaming laptop alongside new Intel and NVIDIA hardware, and the result is a capable, immensely powerful machine.

https://www.windowscentral.com/hardware/lenovo/lenovo-legion-pro-7i-gen-10-review

 Montech Century II Gold 1050W ATX 3.1 power supply review

The Montech Century II Gold 1050W ATX 3.1 is a balanced power supply offering good performance and aesthetics at an exceptional price point.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/power-supplies/montech-century-ii-gold-1050w-atx-3-1-power-supply-review

Volkswagen recalls 5,700 ID.Buzz electric vans because their seats are too spacious

Volkswagen has recalled 2025 ID.Buzz electric vans, because their rear seats are only configured for two people but are wide enough to fit three. According to the NHTSA note (PDF) found by

9h | Engadget
How Zipline’s Keller Cliffton built the world’s largest drone delivery network

Zipline’s cofounder and CEO Keller Cliffton charts the company’s recent expansion from transporting blood for lifesaving transfusions in Rwanda to retail deliveries across eight countries—including high-profile partnerships with the likes of Walmart, Chipotle, Panera, and the Mayo Clinic. Zipline’s do-good health efforts and commercial deliveries are all part of Cliffton’s vision for a radical, new transportation network that meets consumers’ desire for accessibility and speed.

5 Renter-Friendly Hacks and DIYs That Won't Break Your Lease

Making your rental home reflect your style can be accomplished easily and inexpensively — but get your landlord's OK first. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/5-renter-friendly-hacks-and-diys-that-wont-break-your-lease/#ftag=CADf328eec

10h | cnet.com
Driveway Defense: How to Keep an Eye on Parked Cars

Worried about car mischief or catalytic converter theft? Here's how to watch your vehicle when it's parked at home. https://www.cnet.com/home/security/driveway-defense-how-to-keep-an-eye-on-parked-cars/#ftag=CADf328eec

10h | cnet.com
This Natural Sleep Aid Might Be the Best Way to Improve Sleep

Naturally found in certain foods, gamma-aminobutyric acid is a sleeping aid that might be better than melatonin supplements. https://www.cnet.com/health/sleep/this-natural-sleep-aid-might-be-the-best-solution-for-improving-sleep/#ftag=CADf328eec

10h | cnet.com
What is Wi-Fi 6E and Is It Worth Your Money?

Wi-Fi 6E isn't the latest or fastest Wi-Fi standard, but there are plenty of Wi-Fi 6E routers circulating the market. Should you buy them? https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/what-is-wi-fi-6e-and-is-it-worth-your-money/#ftag=CADf328eec

10h | cnet.com
Your Guide to Epic Universe, the New Universal Theme Park Opening This Month

Here's everything you'll find at Universal Orlando's Epic Universe, from dragon animatronics to Donkey Kong rides to the Ministry of Magic's Floo Network. https://www.cnet.com/tech/your-guide-to-epic-universe-the-new-universal-theme-park-opening-this-month/#ftag=CADf328eec

10h | cnet.com
How to Wipe Your Home Address Off the Internet with 9 Quick Tips

CNET experts share the best tips to erase your personal address online and keep it from strangers with a few simple practices. https://www.cnet.com/home/security/how-to-wipe-your-home-address-off-the-internet-quick-tips/#ftag=CADf328eec

10h | cnet.com
Mother’s Day Fitness Gift Guide: 10 Gift Ideas From a Mom and Fitness Expert

Whether their favorite hobby is hitting the gym, running or taking a yoga or Pilates class, we have rounded up some of our favorite fitness products that any active mom will love. https://www.cnet.com/health/fitness/mothers-day-fitness-gift-guide-gift-ideas-from-mom-fitness-expert/#ftag=CADf328eec

10h | cnet.com
USB flash drives are going extinct. Use these faster alternatives instead
10h | pcworld.com