Android May Soon Warn You About Fake Cell Towers

Plus: Iran-linked hackers threaten to release Trump campaign emails, Chinese hackers still in US telecoms networks, and an abusive deepfake website plans an expansion.

Sony WH-1000XM6 vs. Sony WH-1000XM5: Is it worth the upgrade?

Can you tell which is which? Credit: Bethany Allard / Mashable XM6 vs. XM5: Specs

At a glance, here are the spec differences between the two headphones:

Processor: Sony QN3

Microphones: 12

Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.3 (LDAC support)

Battery: 30 hours with ANC (40 hours without)

Quick charge: 3 hours in 3 minutes

Noise cancellation settings: Active noise cancellation, transparency mode, off

Spatial audio:...

NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for July 5, 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 —...

3% mortgage rates aren’t dead—housing market sees 127% increase in buyers taking over old loans

While most conventional loans aren’t assumable, loans backed by the FHA and VA are—if certain conditions are met.

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‘I am very motivated by frustration’: A Yale creativity expert on how to turn your ideas into action

Scientist Zorana Ivcevic Pringle has studied creativity for decades. Here’s her best advice for tapping into a creative mindset.

When scientist Zorana Ivcevic Pringle first started out in academia as an undergraduate student, she wanted “to study interesting people.” Unfortunately, that’s not a scientific term, and it carries with it a value judgement (also unscientific, as fun as it sounds). “I started being interested in describing what creative people are like, and...

39 Pieces Of Home Decor For Anyone With Expensive Taste But A Shrinking Bank Account

Mirrors, bedding, lighting, and all the inspiration you could want to revamp your space without spending *all* of your hard-earned dollars.

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Just 33 Products People Who Live In Hot-As-Heck Climates Love

Your sweaty pits and underboob will be thanking you for this cooling gel body wash.

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Watch A Bunch Of Horror Movies For A Day, And I'll Tell You Your Best Trait!

"We're gonna need a bigger boat!"

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36 Ridiculous Movie Things That Have Never Once Happened To Anyone In The History Of Humanity

"There’s no time to explain," says a character with plenty of time to explain.

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If Treating Your Dog Makes You Happy, Then You’ll Want To Look At These 25 Products

No, you don't understand: I would do anything for my dog.

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29 Smart Purchases That Won’t Make Your Wallet Shudder

In fact, your wallet my do a little happy dance.

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We Need To Know Your Thoughts On Every Season Of "Squid Game"

The Squid Game series has finally ended...

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Mother of 2 Rescued Campers in Texas Relays Their Story

Serena Hanor Aldrich said her daughters were trapped by floodwaters for a couple of hours at Camp Mystic, where as many as 25 girls are missing. She criticized camp officials.

In Texas Flooding, the Most Urgent Alerts Came in the Middle of the Night

The National Weather Service issued a series of upgraded warnings in quick succession as rivers across the region began to rise.

These 41 Products Are Super Affordable And Will Upgrade Your Routine Exponentially

If you're not watching Netflix in the shower, you're doing it wrong.

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NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for July 5, 2025

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...

13 Things From Prana That'll Help You Stay Effortlessly Cool, While Out In The Heat

Here comes the sun and the wardrobe to match.

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The Best Walking Shoes For Older Adults, According To Podiatrists

These comfy shoes keep older folks in mind with features like orthopedic support, roomy toe boxes and Velcro straps.

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How to watch Japan vs. Wales online for free

TL;DR: Watch Japan vs. Wales for free on BBC iPlayer. Access this free live stream from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

We know most of the attention from the world of rugby is pointed directly at the Lions right now, but there are a number of really interesting international games taking place this weekend. Japan vs. Wales is the first on the schedule. Things have been tough for Wales recently, but they'll be hoping for some positive results in this two-Test tour.

If you want to watch...

Hurdle hints and answers for July 5, 2025

If you like playing daily word games like Wordle, then Hurdle is a great game to add to your routine.

There are five rounds to the game. The first round sees you trying to guess the word, with correct, misplaced, and incorrect letters shown in each guess. If you guess the correct answer, it'll take you to the next hurdle, providing the answer to the last hurdle as your first guess. This can give you several clues or none, depending on the words. For the final hurdle, every correct answer...