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Artist’s impression of a hot Jupiter orbiting close to a star.University of Warwick/Mark Garlick Astronomers have located a planet similar to Jupiter that orbits its host star so closely that its year lasts just 18 hours. Planet NGTS-10b is 27 times closer to its star than Mercury is to the sun, and according to the researchers who discovered it, it is “perilously close” to being torn apart. Located 1,000 light-years away from Earth, this is the shortest-ever orbital period discovered for this type of planet, called ahot Jupiter....

Apple’s M2 Mac minibrings a long-awaited update to one of thebest desktop computersyou can buy. Although it’s an impressive machine overall, you have to pay close attention when configuring one. Choosing the wrong parts can result in a Mac mini that’s much slower than it should be. We’re here to help you choose the ideal configuration for your budget, as well as steer you away from some performance pitfalls with cheaper models....

When Apple’s revampedMac Prolaunched in 2019, the company also brought out an all-new high-end monitor called the Pro Display XDR — you might remember it for its much-derided $999 stand. Well, one prominent leaker has claimed Apple is working on a new version, which might suggest an updated Mac Pro is also almost ready for prime time. The news comes from Twitter leaker Dylandkt, whoposted a threadoutlining new information they claim to have access to....

Astronomers recently observed the largest cosmic explosion ever seen, far brighter than a supernova and lasting for much longer too. They believe that the outpouring of light is due to a supermassive black hole devouring a large cloud of gas. Some of the brightest events seen in the sky aresupernovae, which are huge explosions that occur when a massive star comes to the end of its life. But the recently observed event, called AT2021lwx, was 10 times brighter than any known supernova....

Now is a great time to look at purchasing a new MacBook, asCyber Monday dealsare seeing a lot of discounts coming from Apple. In fact, some of the bestCyber Monday Apple dealsincludeCyber Monday iPad dealsandCyber Monday iPhone deals. Here, however, we’re focused on Apple’s laptop lineup and all of the Cyber Monday MacBook deals available. We’re seeing discounts on pretty much every model of the MacBook, from older MacBook Airs to newer MacBook Pros....

Black Ops 6 beta already invaded by cheaters as players blame crossplay Call of Duty’s Black Ops 6 beta has been live for less than 24 hours and cheaters have already swarmed lobbies. Black Ops 6’searly access open betakicked off on August 30 for players who pre-ordered any version of the game. This was the first time that Activision released a CoD beta across all available platforms simultaneously. However, just hours after starting, players were spotted using cheats in the beta....

Chaos returns to the kitchen in the firstteaser trailerfor season 3 of FX’s award-winning dramedyThe Bear. After a soft opening for friends and family inseason 2, The Bear is now open, and the kitchen remains a battlefield. Carmy (Jeremy Allen White), Sydney (Ayo Edebiri), and Richie (Ebon Moss-Bachrach) struggle to coexist in the kitchen. From a sparring match between the cousins to a fire on the stove, tensions inside the restaurant are at an all-time high....

CS2 skin worth around $1 million finally discovered after 10 years: AK-47 Blue Gem An ultra-rare, never-before-seen AK-47 Case Hardened skin in Counter-Strike has finally been discovered, after over 10 years of never being in existence. The exact skin is a one-of-one, and is estimated to be worth around $1 million, if put up for sale. Skins in CS2come in countless variations, based on the weapon type, pattern, float (wear) and more....

Judging by David Harbour’s comments, fans will need tissues when watching theStranger Thingsseason 5finale. On Thursday, Harbour appeared at theHappy Sad Confusedpodcast’s 10th anniversary celebration at New York Comic Con. Harbour gave the live crowd a little treat by teasing what they can expect forStranger Thingsseason 5. Harbour and his castmates have read the series finale, which he called “the best episode they’ve ever done.” The finale was so good that it moved people to tears....

Does Assassin’s Creed Mirage have multiplayer or co-op? There have been some great Assassin’s Creed multiplayer modes over the years but does Assassin’s Creed Mirage has multiplayer or co-op features? Here’s everything you need to know about whether or not you’re able to play the game with friends. The latest entry in the Assassin’s Creed franchise isAssassin’s Creed Mirage. Rather than the massive open-world entries that have been a staple of the franchise for a few years now, thisgamereturns to the series’ roots and is much more reminiscent of Assassin’s Creed 2 than Origins or Odyssey....

Expert issues warning over TikTok’s viral car de-icing hack A viral TikTok de-icing hack has gone viral as a quick solution for defrosting car windows, but experts are now warning drivers about it. The viral hack involves using a plastic bag filled with warm water to quickly clear an icy windscreen. For many drivers, dealing with a frozen windscreen on a cold morning is a frustrating task, so this simple trick has gained significant traction onTikTok....

Every great story has to come to an end eventually. Ford’s class win at the 201624 Hours of Le Manswith its GT supercar was worthy ofa Hollywood blockbuster, but Ford is now ready to retire from the legendary French race. The 2019 24 Hours of Le Mans will be the last for the GT, the automaker confirmed. The Ford GT was developed with one goal: To win the GTE Pro class at the 24 Hours of Le Mans on the 50th anniversary of Ford’s 1966 overall victory over Ferrari — one of the greatest upsets in racing history....

There are very few foods and meals that aren’t made better with a bit of cheese. If you’re a cheese enthusiast who can spend hours in the cheese aisle picking out your favorites, thenFromaggiojust might be the tool that you need in your kitchen. It’s a smart, automated cheesemaker launching on Kickstarter that will fit right on your kitchen counter and allow you to produce your favorite types of cheeses in a healthy, natural, and affordable way....