ZDNet

My 5 favorite Linux distros that are ready to use out of the box (no setup required)

These Linux distros require no post-install effort. Each of these options is usable out of the box. You won't need to install software or tweak the desktop. Every ...
ZDNet

I tried a Claude Code rival that's local, open source, and completely free - how it went

Free AI tools Goose and Qwen3-coder may replace a pricey Claude Code plan. Setup is straightforward but requires a powerful local machine. Early tests show promise, though issues remain with accuracy ...
New Scientist

How to live a meaningful life, according to science

A Dalai Lama once said that our prime purpose in this life is to help others – and he may have been right. Scientists have found that having a positive impact on other people seems to be a key element ...
Game Rant

How To Block In Half Sword (& Other Hidden Mechanics)

Joe Grantham is a contributor from the UK with a degree in Classical Studies. His love for gaming is only rivaled by a deep passion for medieval history, which often seeps into his articles. With over ...
Game Rant

How to Get and Use Essence of Life in Hytale

Hamza is a gaming enthusiast and a Writing Specialist from Pakistan. A firm believer in Keyboard/Mouse supremacy, he will play Tekken with WASD if you let him. He has been writing about games since ...
CNBC

Amazon could invest up to $50 billion in OpenAI in coming weeks, source says

Amazon is in talks to invest up to $50 billion in OpenAI, CNBC confirmed. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and Amazon CEO Andy Jassy have been engaging in the discussions directly, according to a source familiar ...
STAT

Genes influence human lifespan far more than thought, new study suggests

Andrew Joseph covers health, medicine, and the biopharma industry in Europe. You can reach Andrew on Signal at drewqjoseph.71. For researchers studying aging — and thinking about how to extend our ...
Mashable

OpenClaw is the viral AI assistant formerly known as Clawdbot: What it is, how to try it

Interest in Clawdbot, an open-source AI personal assistant, has been building from a simmer to a roar. Over the weekend, online chatter about the tool reached viral status — at least, as viral as an ...
Reuters

SoftBank in talks to invest up to $30 billion more in OpenAI, source says

Jan 27 (Reuters) - SoftBank Group Corp (9984.T), opens new tab is in talks to invest as much as an additional $30 billion in OpenAI, a person familiar with ‌the matter said on Tuesday, as the Japanese ...
Runner's World

Runners Love the Half Marathon—and It’s Backed Up by Data. Here’s How You Can Conquer the Distance.

Curious how your running distances—and preferences—compare to your peers? You’re not alone. Our latest story dissecting the data behind the average mileage run by age group has caught the attention of ...
Kotaku

UGREEN’s 6-in-1 Steam Deck Dock Is Now the Cheapest Way to Upgrade Your Handheld Setup After a Deep Discount (Works With ROG Ally X, Legion Go, MacBook, and More)

This article is part of Kotaku Deals, produced separately from the editorial team. We may earn a commission when you buy through links on the site. If you use a Steam Deck or another handheld PC for ...