I hadn't heard the term "cupcaked" until today, and I wish I still didn't know about it.

Buzzfeed

These 14 Facebook Moms Take Toxicity, Ignorance, And Inappropriateness To The Next Level - BuzzFeed

You're running out of time to buy a gift and have it arrive before Christmas. Physical stores are likely to be packed to the brim or shut soon as well. But with a handy Amazon feature and a massive s… [+5092 chars]

Don't settle for a coal-powered PC. Grab the Snapdragon X Elite Surface Laptop 7 for just $699.99 while it can still ship before the 25th.

Windows Central

The Surface Laptop 7 is $699.99 [Deal Over] - Windows Central

Gamingbible.com

PlayStation Releases Ghost Of Yotei Free Downloads, All Yours - GAMINGbible

Bazzite is a Linux distro similar to Valve’s SteamOS, explicitly built for gaming through the Steam storefront and designed to offer a more console-like experience than traditional desktop operating … [+2671 chars]

Bazzite’s steady growth highlights a growing appetite for simpler, console-like PC gaming experiences built around Steam.

Bazzite explodes in usage — here’s why gamers are switching from Windows - Windows Central

While technically not fully USB-powered  they simply charge via USB electric screwdrivers are another excellent tool to have near your desk for various DIY projects. The HOTO 25-in-1 mini electric sc… [+963 chars]

Your PCs USB ports can do more than support a keyboard, mouse, or portable drive. A monitor light bar, foot pedal, or mug warmer are some of the other options.

5 Cool New Gadgets That Use Your PC's Extra USB Ports - bgr.com

Far from rotting our brains, video games may improve our cognition. But how we play them matters when it comes to the benefits they provide.
By playing video games, people are practicing complex ski… [+248 chars]

However, the type of game and how often you play it matters, with experts recommending moderation.

The Washington Post

Video games may be a surprisingly good way to get a cognitive boost - The Washington Post

Venuums limited-run tuning package turns the Rolls-Royce Dawn convertible into a rolling spectacle of plastic panels and orange leather 
<ul><li>Venuum’s widebody kit for the Rolls-Royce Dawn is now… [+2813 chars]

Venuum’s limited-run tuning package turns the Rolls-Royce Dawn convertible into a rolling spectacle of plastic panels and orange leather

CarScoops

Only 25 People Can Own This Rolls-Royce, And That’s Probably Enough - Carscoops

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The follow-up to Nintendos hybrid console hasnt disappointed.
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The Nintendo Switch 2 lets me play many older games at higher frame rates and resolutions, and it has a growing library of first and third-party exclusive titles.

The Verge

The best thing I bought this year: The Nintendo Switch 2 - The Verge

Digital Storm says its next flagship desktop is moving into production ahead of CES 2026. The company describes it as the next generation of Aventum, with an updated chassis and thermal design aimed … [+1076 chars]

New Aventum launching at CES 2026 Digital Storm says its next flagship desktop is moving into production ahead of CES 2026. The company describes it as

Videocardz.com

Digital Storm hints at a next-gen Aventum system for CES 2026 - VideoCardz.com

It's actually not all that difficult to put a display on its side, into vertical mode. Most after-market monitor arms that clamp to your desk feature a fully swiveling attachment arm that will let yo… [+1196 chars]

If you use a dual-monitor setup, chances are you might not be making the most of it. Placing the second monitor vertically can maximize productivity.

You're Using Your Second Monitor Wrong - Here's How - bgr.com

Looking at the Bimota KB1, we won't blame you for thinking it's a much newer bike. But no, the Italian manufacturer launched this stunner in 1978, just five years after launching its first motorcycle… [+1380 chars]

From sleek cafe racers to powerful superbikes, the fastest motorcyles of the 1970s left a lasting mark on performance and biking culture.

Jalopnik

These Are The 10 Fastest Motorcycles Of The 1970s - Jalopnik

Pokémon GOs December 22 to December 28 week has us settled into the the new season of Precious Paths! Enjoy a holiday themed week with the Winter Holiday Part 1, Winter Holiday Part 2 and the Winter … [+4666 chars]

Pokémon GO’s December 22 to December 28 week has us settled into the the new season of Precious Paths! Enjoy a holiday themed week with the Winter Holiday Part 1, Winter Holiday Part 2 and the Winter Weekend! Plus the weekly rotating Spotlight and Raid Hours,…

Pokemon GO Hub

Pokémon GO Events This Week: December 22 to December 28, 2025 - Pokémon GO Hub

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In this weeks Installer: All the things we loved to watch, read, play, build, and goof around with this year.
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From Claude Code to the Switch 2, from Puzzmo to Good Hang, here are our favorite things from 2025.

Our favorite stuff of 2025 - The Verge

20 People Who Woke Up One Morning And Proceeded To Have A Very, Very, Very, Very, Very, Very, Very Bad Week - BuzzFeed

The look has an almost 70s energy: bold, sculptural, warm-toned gold that feels intentional and slightly retro, without slipping into costume.
Sculptural bands and modernist forms
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Remember when Carrie Bradshaw recoiled at a pear-shaped diamond on a yellow gold band? Today, that exact softened silhouette and warm tone is not only acceptable but aspirational, says Malaika Crawford, as she breaks down the key engagement ring trends for 20…

Vogue

The Engagement Rings You’ll See on the Chicest Brides-to-Be in 2026 - Vogue

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In 1939, upon arriving late to his statistics course at UC Berkeley, George Dantziga first-year graduate studentcopied two problems off t… [+4524 chars]

The leading approach to the simplex method, a widely used technique for balancing complex logistical constraints, can’t get any better.

Wired

Research Reveals the Optimal Way to Optimize - WIRED

It's not often getting to talk about hard drives on Phoronix these days, but there's an important fix merged to the Linux 6.19 kernel today ahead of Linux 6.19-rc2. If you happen to be using a Seagat… [+1365 chars]

It's not often getting to talk about hard drives on Phoronix these days, but there's an important fix merged to the Linux 6.19 kernel today ahead of Linux 6.19-rc2

Phoronix

Linux 6.19 Lands Fix For Seagate Barracuda HDD Taking Down The SATA Bus - Phoronix

Florida startup Max Space announced its plans to launch a prototype of its commercial space station by 2027, testing its expandable habitat technology that aims to reduce the number of trips needed t… [+2537 chars]

A prototype of Max Space's Thunderbird could launch as early as 2027.

Gizmodo.com

Proposed Space Station Could Be Deployed in a Single Launch - Gizmodo

Stop waiting an hour for a potato. The traditional oven method is a massive waste of time that you should have retired years ago. These days, if you want that perfect steakhouse-ready pillowy, fluffy… [+1854 chars]

Yes, you can have a fluffy baked potato faster than you can open your presents.

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