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Joel Khalili

After a Violent Kidnapping, Crypto Elites Hire Bodyguards

A spate of abductions has sent crypto executives and wealthy investors in search of ways to protect themselves.

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Aarian Marshall

Ads Popped Up on Drivers' Screens. There May Be More on the Way

When Jeep owners complained ads were appearing while driving, the carmaker said it was a glitch. But as auto makers consider connected car opportunities, in-vehicle selling might be too tempting to ignore.

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Experts Say This Is The Best App To Download If You're Worried About Privacy In This Trump Era

This secure messaging app is becoming more popular with federal employees — and there might be a case for everyone else to use it, too.

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Kris Willis

Your daily MLB trivia game, Tuesday edition

Think you can figure out what MLB player we’re talking about? You’ll get five clues to figure him out.

We’re back for another day of the SB Nation MLB in-5 daily trivia game. Game instructions are at the bottom if you’re new to the game! Feel free to share your results in the comments and feedback in this Google Form.

Today’s SB Nation MLB in-5 game

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David Fucillo

Can you guess this NFL quarterback in today’s in-5 trivia game?

Think you can figure out what NFL player we’re talking about? You’ll get five clues to figure him out.

We’re back for another day of the SB Nation in-5 daily trivia game. Game instructions are at the bottom if you’re new to the game! Feel free to share your results in the comments and feedback in this Google Form.

See SB Nation in-5 game instructions below the game.

Today’s SB Nation in-5 game

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Mark Schofield

F1 pre-season testing 2025: Driver schedules for each team

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Here is the driver schedule for F1 pre-season testing

The next step on the march to the beginning of the 2025 Formula 1 season is here.

This week all ten team, and all 20 drivers, will be in action for pre-season testing at Bahrain International Circuit. Starting Wednesday morning and running for three days, the ten F1 teams will put their new challengers — and in some cases their new drivers — through the paces.

This is the last...

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Matt Yan

Government Workers Who Have Lost Their Jobs Worry About Their Housing

The abrupt firings have left federal workers and contractors throughout the country in flux, with many distressed over how they will pay the mortgage or rent.

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Tracy Mumford, Will Jarvis, Ian Stewart, Jessica Metzger and Constant Méheut

A Showdown on Ukraine, and a Judge Says DOGE Might Be Unconstitutional

Plus, Roberta Flack remembered.

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Constant Méheut

Facing Trump’s Hostility, Ukraine Weighs Its Options. But They Are Few.

There is a broad reckoning in Ukraine: Washington can no longer be relied upon as a supporter. But Kyiv still has agency on the battlefield and can seek increased support from Europe.

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Chris Buckley and Amy Chang Chien

Taiwan Watches Trump Undercut Ukraine, Hoping It Won’t Be Next

As President Trump turns toward Russia, Taiwan grapples with its reliance on U.S. support in the face of conflict with China.

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Noah Shachtman

This Russian Tech Bro Helped Steal $93 Million and Landed in US Prison. Then Putin Called

In the epic US-Russian prisoner swap last summer, Vladimir Putin brought home an assassin, spies, and another prized ally: the man behind one of the biggest insider trading cases of all time.

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Reece Rogers

‘OpenAI’ Job Scam Targeted International Workers Through Telegram

An alleged job scam, led by “Aiden” from “OpenAI,” recruited workers in Bangladesh for months before disappearing overnight, according to FTC complaints obtained by WIRED.

Mashable

NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for February 25

Connections: Sports Edition is a new version of the popular New York Times word game that seeks to test the knowledge of sports fans.

Like the original Connections, the game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle, Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over the hurdle.

If you just want to be told today's puzzle, you can jump to the end of this article for...

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NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for February 25, 2025

The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times' revered daily crossword. While the crossword is a lengthier experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, The Mini is an entirely different vibe.

With only a handful of clues to answer, the daily puzzle doubles as a speed-running test for many who play it.

So, when a tricky clue disrupts a player's flow, it can be frustrating! If you find yourself stumped playing The Mini — much like with Wordle and Connections —...

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I never see Pokémon TCG Obsidian Flames in stock, but Best Buy has them right now

AVAILABLE TODAY: As of Feb. 25, Pokémon TCG: Scarlet & Violet — Obsidian Flames six-pack booster bundle is available for $26.94 at Best Buy. This set includes some of the most sought-after Charizard ex cards, and it’s typically hard to find in stock.

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Always losing your keys? This Samsung Galaxy SmartTag2 is under $16 right now.

SAVE OVER $14: As of Feb. 25, the Samsung Galaxy SmartTag2 is on sale for $15.96 at Amazon, down from $29.99. If you’re always misplacing your keys, wallet, or luggage, this tiny Bluetooth tracker will save you some serious stress.

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This 4-pack of Tile Mate trackers is 30% off

SAVE $24: As of Feb. 25, the Tile Mate Bluetooth Tracker four-pack is on sale for $55.99 at Amazon, down from $79.99. If you are always misplacing your keys, bags, or even your phone, this deal will save you some serious frustration.

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How trans people use technology to fight back against aggression

"Technology is anything that extends your agency," posits Allucquére Rosanne "Sandy" Stone, a foundational trans studies pioneer and digital performance artist included in Trans Technologies, a new book from MIT Press written by trans academic Oliver Haimson. Technology, then, is a near boundless way to intervene in the challenges of every day life, to make it better. But what happens when those in power try to dictate those terms, and attempt to use technology to strip individual agency?

As...

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This $50 tablet is a solid find for kids and teens

TL;DR: Get a Lenovo 10E Chromebook Tablet on sale for $49.99 (reg. $199). 

Tablets are great for kids who are old enough to use them, but do you remember how you treated your toys when you were a kid? How long until that expensive iPad gets used as a pickleball paddle? No, of course, the tablet had gum in the charging port when you gave it to them. 

When you're giving kids technology like tablets, it's nice to start off with something cheap enough to replace but powerful enough to enjoy....

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Three of these universal power banks are on sale for $65

TL;DR: Recharge on the go with a three-pack of Snap-N-Charge 10W Universal Power Banks, on sale for $64.99 (reg. $89). 

A dead battery at the wrong time can ruin your day. If you have a cable with you, you might be able to track down an outlet, but then you have to park there until you have enough power to leave. A simpler alternative is to get a portable power bank that works with all of your devices. 

The Snap-N-Charge is a 3,000mAh 10W universal power bank that can connect with almost any...

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