NYT Strands hints, answers for September 3, 2025
Every hint, nudge and outright answer you need to complete today’s NYT Strands puzzle. 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, […]
‘Alien: Earth’ episode 5: What do the letters that Morrow reads on the ship say?
Heartbreaking. As well as being an impressively tense mini-Alien movie, episode 5 of Alien: Earth also sheds some light on one of the show’s most mysterious characters: Morrow (Babou Ceesay), the head of security (and sole survivor) of Weyland-Yutani’s downed Maginot ship. One interesting scene from this flashback episode …
‘Alien: Earth’ episode 5’s twisty ending, explained
So what’s the deal with Morrow in that final scene? Alien: Earth episode 5 is like a miniature, contained Alien movie, taking us back aboard Weyland-Yutani’s doomed Maginot spaceship and showing us exactly what went wrong in the build-up to the crash. All of which is simple enough, but what about that slightly jarring ending […]
‘Alien: Earth’s eyeball scares me way more than the Xenomorph
After episode 5 of “Alien: Earth,” I’m that freaky eyeball’s biggest fan. Xenomorphs, I love you. However, after watching you in action in seven Alien films (plus two Alien vs. Predator films), I’m not terrified of you anymore. Don’t worry, I’ll never get tired of your facehugging and chestbursting and all-around murder sprees. Whenever you’re […]
Did ‘Alien: Earth’ episode 5 freak you out? Us too.
More like USCSS Magi-NO. Alien: Earth‘s fifth episode may be called “In Space, No One…,” but a more apt title might be “The USCSS Maginot and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day.” That’s because everything that can go wrong does go wrong in this episode, which reveals …
The best JBL speakers, tested for sound, portability, waterproofing, and fun
We tested JBL’s most popular speakers to determine the best pick for you. Very few tech brands have a stronghold on a product category. Apple dominates the smartphone and tablet markets with the iPhone and iPad. Sony has headphones and earbuds on lock. When it comes to portable Bluetooth speakers, JBL …
Google can keep Chrome and Android, judge rules in antitrust case
The search giant can no longer engage in exclusive deals like the one with Apple, however. Google is breathing a big sigh of relief today. Why? A judge has ruled that the company will not be forced to sell Chrome or Android, two suggestions that were being pushed by the U.S. Department of Justice as […]
In the can: JBL unveils all-new Grip Bluetooth speaker with IP68 and ‘drop-proof’ build
JBL’s Grip is inspired by the dimensions of a seltzer can (for the uninitiated, think energy drink – but the one named after a male cow in a primary color).
OpenAI announces new parental controls for teen ChatGPT users
The company discusses healthy guidelines for the first generation of “AI natives.” OpenAI is appealing directly to concerned parents as the AI giant announces plans for a new suite of parental oversight features. The company explained in a new blog post that it is moving ahead with more robust tools for parents who hope to […]
One subwoofer, two subwoofers,16 subwoofers: What are the advantages of multiple subwoofers?
Subwoofers provide the foundation for home theater audio, and adding more than one to your room can result in smoother and better integrated bass.
