The future of Halo is being built with Unreal Engine 5

Master Chief in Unreal Engine 5. | Image: Halo Studios

Microsoft is moving its Halo development to Unreal Engine 5, after more than a year of rumors of an engine switch following a leadership overhaul at 343 Industries, layoffs, and other changes. 343 Industries is now becoming Halo Studios as part of this engine change announcement, hoping to mark a new chapter in the history of Halo.

Halo moving to Unreal Engine 5 is being positioned as the first step of a transformation for Halo...

NYT's The Mini crossword answers for October 7, 2024

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 —...

Mini crossword answers for October 7

The Daily Mini Crossword is one of the many popular daily word games available on Mashable. Powered by Arkadium, the mini crossword offers a speed round of puzzle fun with clues that are sure to challenge experienced crossword enthusiasts.

But there's no need to let the challenge get in the way of your enjoyment! If moments are turning to minutes after getting stuck on a clue, find the answers you need to progress right here.

And when you're done, check out the many other word games you can...

One of Garmin’s newest Forerunner watches is at its lowest-ever price at Amazon

SAVE $100: As of Oct. 7, the Garmin Forerunner 965 is on sale for $499.99 at Amazon. That's a saving of 17% on list price.

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"I Panicked And Started To Struggle" — 21 Completely Chilling Stories Of People Getting The "Gut Feeling" That Something Was Terribly Wrong

"Something was just making my intuition GO OFF loudly in the back of my mind...I'm so glad I trusted my gut."

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This Homemade AI Drone Software Finds People When Search and Rescue Teams Can’t

British Mountain Rescue workers have developed an automated drone system that can scour a landscape far quicker and more thoroughly than human eyes.

How to prevent everything from feeling like an emergency at work

Everything at work shouldn’t feel like a crisis. Here’s how to avoid feeling so stressed.

There are days at work when there is an all-hands-on-deck, this-is-not-a-drill, drop-whatever-you’re-doing-and-help emergency. And on those days, you find a way to be useful to address the crisis at hand before you return to your regularly scheduled to-do list.

What would a second Trump administration look like for workers’ rights?

From underfunding agencies to challenging the constitutionality of the National Labor Relations Board, a second Trump term could create a seismic change in how the government protects workers.

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30 Handy Walmart Kitchen Products Every Parent Should Have In Their Cabinet

From a popcorn machine to a Bluey cookbook, we've got you (and your dinner table) covered with good vibes and good food.

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Dak's late TD gives Cowboys 'one to remember'

Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott threw the winning touchdown pass with 20 seconds left Sunday night in a crucial victory against the Steelers.

If you're going on a three-day trip, how many pairs of underwear do you pack? (There's only one right answer.)

The extra undies are for....well....emergencies!

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9 of the best ChatGPT courses you can take online for free

TL;DR: A wide range of ChatGPT courses are available to take for free on edX.

edX hosts a huge bank of online courses, including a bunch of ChatGPT courses you can take for free. This could be your chance to learn how to make this popular chatbot work for you, without spending anything.

We've checked out everything on offer from edX and lined up a selection of standout ChatGPT courses to get you started. These are the best online ChatGPT courses you can take for free this month on edX:

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Lifetime passes to Microsoft Office for Windows are on sale for £30.46

TL;DR: Through 27 October, get a lifetime device license to Microsoft Office Professional 2021 for Windows at just £30.46 (reg. £167.66).

Though much divides students, working professionals, and business owners, they do share one thing in common: reliance on Microsoft Office tools. Whether it’s typing an essay in Word, organising budgets in Excel, or keeping up with emails through Outlook, these apps are staples for everyday tasks and larger work projects.

We’d like to put you onto a...

Creating and maintaining strong passwords just got easier

NIST’s new password guidelines will help you pick passwords that are stronger—yet also simpler to manage.

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) recently released updated password guidelines that might surprise you in that they’ve made the dark art of keeping yourself secure slightly less cumbersome than before.

NYT Strands hints, answers for October 7

If you're reading this, you're looking for a little help playing Strands, the New York Times' elevated word-search game.

Strands requires the player to perform a twist on the classic word search. Words can be made from linked letters — up, down, left, right, or diagonal, but words can also change direction, resulting in quirky shapes and patterns. Every single letter in the grid will be part of an answer. There's always a theme linking every solution, along with the "spangram," a special,...

How Charlie Health wants to tackle the loneliness epidemic

Company founder Carter Barnhart talks mental health and startup culture on the latest episode of the ‘Rapid Response’ podcast.

Loneliness is reaching epidemic levels, driving up cases of anxiety, depression, and contributing to record-high suicide rates. Carter Barnhart, founder of the virtual mental health platform Charlie Health, says the issue goes beyond simple explanations like social media overuse. Rather, she points to our collective inability to connect. Barnhart seeks to build...

If You're Looking To Replace Your Old Sofa Or Couch, These 30 Wayfair Options Won't Break The Bank

Because couches are the centerpiece of every living, but they shouldn't cost your life's savings.

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The War That Won’t End: How Oct. 7 Sparked a Year of Conflict

As war in the Middle East spreads, the original conflict between Israel and Hamas has persisted. This is why.

30 Autumnal Pieces Of Clothing And Accessories You're Sure To ~Fall~ In Love With

While the leaves are falling, your wardrobe will be rising to new heights.

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Pro Housecleaners Are Sharing The Everyday "Need-To-Clean" Things That Most People Entirely Forget About, And I'm Low-Key Horrified

"I've never seen anyone with one that wasn't horrific looking."

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