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New week, new day, new Wordle! And as always, we're back with our daily hints and tips to help you figure out the solution. If you prefer to just be told the solution, you can scroll to the end of this article for March 20's Wordle solution revealed. But if you'd rather work through it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you. Where did Wordle come from?Originally created by engineer Josh Wardle as a gift for his partner, Wordle rapidly spread to become an international phenomenon, with thousands of people around the globe playing every day. Alternate Wordle versions created by fans have even sprung up, including battle royale Squabble, music identification game Heardle, and variations like Dordle and Quordle that make you guess multiple words at once. Wordle eventually became so popular that it was purchased by the New York Times, and TikTok creators even livestream themselves playing. Not the day you're after? Here's the Wordle answer for March 19. What's the best Wordle starting word?The best Wordle starting word is the one that brings joy to your heart. But if what brings you joy is strategy, we have a few ideas to help you pick a word that might help you find the solution faster. One tip is to select a word that includes at least two different vowels, plus some common consonants like S, T, R, or N. What happened to the Wordle archive?The entire archive of past Wordle puzzles used to be available for anyone to enjoy whenever they felt like it. Unfortunately it has since been taken down, with the website's creator stating it was done at the request of the New York Times. Is Wordle getting harder?It might feel like Wordle is getting harder, but it actually isn't any more difficult than when it first began. You can turn on Wordle's Hard Mode if you're after more of a challenge, though. Why are there two different Wordle answers some days?Though usually Wordle will only accept one correct solution per day, occasionally it will rebel against the norm and deem two different answers acceptable. This is due to changes the New York Times made to Wordle after it acquired the puzzle game. The Times has since added its own updated word list, so this should happen even less frequently than before. To avoid any confusion, it's a good idea to refresh your browser before getting stuck into a new puzzle. Here's a subtle hint for today's Wordle answer:You might have had a hand in one. Does today's Wordle answer have a double letter?Not today! Today's Wordle is a 5-letter word that starts with...Today's Wordle starts with the letter G. SEE ALSO: Wordle-obsessed? These are the best word games to play IRL. What's the answer to Wordle today?We're finally about to reveal the answer to today's Wordle, so get your guesses in now! Are you ready? The solution to Wordle #639 is... GLOVE. Don't feel discouraged if you didn't get it this time. The beauty of Wordle is that there's always a new one to try the next day, and we'll be here again with more helpful clues and hints. View the full article

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There is little media coverage available on the Kiki Scene from a musical perspective, nearly nonexistent coverage from within the EDM community. Upon listening to the opening of “Walk Away”, (a Pop single turned Vogue Remix submitted to us last week) and reading what one rising local Pop artist has to say about the matter, it is quite the story. YourEDM has gotten the pleasure to view what could be New York City’s most fascinating underground subculture, through the lens of one of the most heartfelt submissions we’ve ever received. ChRZA, once a novice to Ball Culture just 5 years ago, has put on display how much the culture has influenced her personally, and the rest of the entertainment world. The answer? More than you know. Upon first listen, one would say the Ballroom remix for “Walk Away”, is intrinsically, House music. Technically, according to Google and a PBS news report, Ballroom tracks are more precisely considered to be “a blend of disco, funk, hip-hop, house, rhythm and blues, and electronic music.” Additionally, the dance form applied to the music is called “Voguing”. Voguing is a “creative, energetic dance that mimics the angular postures and stylized movements of fashion models on a catwalk.” After a deep dive into Ball Culture it’s clear to see the scene is incredibly competitive, highly visual and entertaining. It combines sport, pageantry and performative art all under one roof with beauty and class, despite many of its earliest and current underground functions having taken place in basements and small rental ballroom facilities. Everything about this New York City renaissance in music from its birth in the 70’s to its effects on Pop Culture now, is a phenomena and something worthy of going down in EDM history. Trouble with Representation and Appropriation Over the last few years, aspects of Ball Culture has made its way into Pop Culture from celebrity use of voguing choreography in music performances, public exposure to Ballroom/Drag terminology like “It’s giving”, “Tens”, “that’s a chop”, “Slay”, “Queen”, to the more direct appropriation of voguing by the adopting and renaming of techniques as with the “Helicopter Hands Tutorial trend” on Tiktok. Trends taking off are proof that the community within Ballroom is talented and highly valuable additions to social culture. The impact made by Ballroom performers, Drag Queens, and Queer icons within the space have leaked into the general population of Pop Culture for years yet, without the proper recognition of the history, audiences often never find out who the originators of these widely enjoyed expressions and cultural art are. In the process, creators in the Ballroom space receive no benefits to aid in their fight against marginalization and acceptance in the public or professional spaces of society we all operate in. “There is nothing more heartbreaking than to see the world adopt trends from your individual culture and yet, still treat you as an outsider who they have nothing in common with.” By not recognizing Ballroom’s rich history, or its past and current influences, we are all missing an opportunity to bridge different populations of society together in appreciation for each other. How can you appreciate a community for beginning a trend you don’t know they started? On a creative level, there is a professional problem with attribution and credit, leaving LGBTQ+ creatives just as isolated from job opportunities as they were during the previous era of Transphobia. History lessons aside, Ballroom is a force to be reckoned with globally and one that is still alive and kicking harder than ever before today. It’s divided into 2 main stages where a more mainstream “Ballroom” scene hosts large scale competitive events, attracting endless crowds of attendees and highly coveted performers from across the globe. Meanwhile, the “Kiki” scene is more locally driven for scouting the best talents within communities and socializing overall. Ultimately, whether attending any ball for competition or the enjoyment, what you end up getting here is such a unique elevation to the EDM experience that you just won’t find anywhere else. In an energetic love letter to her hometown housemates ChRZA made mention of many names who she claims are the Who’s Who Need-to-Know of the New York City Kiki Scene, all who’ve personally influenced her during her time competing in the scene. DJ Divoli S’Vere, Creator of “Walk Away” Remix -DJ Divoli S’Vere Responsible for Walk Away’s Remix, Divoli S’vere does not just top the list on Last.FM for “Ballroom Artists with Most listeners”, S’Vere is apparently ChRZA’s #1 choice in musical collaborators as well. The NY native has made head turning remixes out of literal seconds of internet snippets and the results of his flow is a globally viral hit nearly every single time. Other DJs mentioned are DJ Mike Q, DJ Byrell The Great and some special picks, well known among inner circles, from the depths of the Ballroom rumor mill: DJ Belindzz amd DJ Ignite. True “Under the Radar” talents featured in Walk Away Kamryn “Nunu Old Navy” (pictured left), ChRZA (center) and Grace Jones (Right) perform in studio for “Walk Away” Music Video -Grace Jones, House of Gabbana: @Jussgracejon You may recognize her from her controlled movements in ChRZA’s music video debut for “Walk Away”. Grace has been dancing for nearly 2 decades and is a veteran performer in the NYC Kiki Scene. Currently facing multiple injuries, she still overcomes and surpasses obstacles by willing herself through multiple competitions on the regular. Grace represents the silent majority of Ballroom performers who, without any official accolades, has a wealth of wisdom and years of know-how in the realm of everything Ballroom. -Kamryn “Nunu Old Navy”: @that_girrl_kayy A new addition to House of Old Navy’s NYC chapter, Kamryn “Nunu Old Navy” has been turning heads in battles and has held her own whether up against a legendary performer or not. NuNu’s moves can be seen in the opening dance scenes for “Walk Away”, her smooth and fluid movements compliment Grace and ChRZA while also attracting audience attention to a style that’s all her own. Nunu may be the name ringing bells on a whole ‘nother level come 2024. Watch out for her, and ask about her! In a letter full of stories and names too long to publish, it’s been a rewarding and educative experience to read in full. ChRZA has succeeded in winning over a writers’ room full of hearts, we expect this will not be the last we hear of her or write about Ballroom. We wish ChRZA all the luck on the mission to bring her House and her music to the top. Look out for @HouseofOldNavy on IG and updates on ChRZA’s next moves www.chrza.com This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: NYC Artist Goes VOGUE: An Intimate Look Behind ChRZA’s “Walk Away” Music Video and Her Experience Navigating the Underground Kiki Ballroom Scene View the full article

If Quordle is a little too challenging today, you've come to the right place for hints. There aren't just hints here, but the whole Quordle solution. Scroll to the bottom of this page, and there it is. But are you sure you need all four answers? Maybe you just need a strategy guide. Either way, scroll down, and you'll get what you need. What is Quordle?Quordle is a five-letter word guessing game similar to Wordle, except each guess applies letters to four words at the same time. You get nine guesses instead of six to correctly guess all four words. It looks like playing four Wordle games at the same time, and that is essentially what it is. But it's not nearly as intimidating as it sounds. Is Quordle harder than Wordle?Yes, though not diabolically so. Where did Quordle come from?Amid the Wordle boom of late 2021 and early 2022, when everyone was learning to love free, in-browser, once-a-day word guessing games, creator Freddie Meyer says he took inspiration from one of the first big Wordle variations, Dordle — the one where you essentially play two Wordles at once. He took things up a notch, and released Quordle on January 30. Meyer's creation was covered in The Guardian six days later, and now, according to Meyer, it attracts millions of daily users. Today, Meyer earns modest revenue from Patreon, where dedicated Quordle fans can donate to keep their favorite puzzle game running. How is Quordle pronounced?“Kwordle.” It should rhyme with “Wordle,” and definitely should not be pronounced exactly like "curdle.” Is Quordle strategy different from Wordle?Yes and no. Your starting strategy should be the same as with Wordle. In fact, if you have a favorite Wordle opening word, there’s no reason to change that here. We suggest something rich in vowels, featuring common letters like C, R, and N. But you do you. After your first guess, however, you’ll notice things getting out of control if you play Quordle exactly like Wordle. What should I do in Quordle that I don’t do in Wordle?Solving a Wordle puzzle can famously come down to a series of single letter-change variations. If you’ve narrowed it down to “-IGHT,” you could guess “MIGHT” “NIGHT” “LIGHT” and “SIGHT” and one of those will probably be the solution — though this is also a famous way to end up losing in Wordle, particularly if you play on “hard mode.” In Quordle, however, this sort of single-letter winnowing is a deadly trap, and it hints at the important strategic difference between Wordle and Quordle: In Quordle, you can't afford to waste guesses unless you're eliminating as many letters as possible at all times. Guessing a completely random word that you already know isn't the solution, just to eliminate three or four possible letters you haven’t tried yet, is thought of as a desperate, latch-ditch move in Wordle. In Quordle, however, it's a normal part of the player's strategic toolset. Is there a way to get the answer faster?In my experience Quordle can be a slow game, sometimes dragging out longer than it would take to play Wordle four times. But a sort of blunt-force guessing approach can speed things up. The following strategy also works with Wordle if you only want the solution, and don’t care about having the fewest possible guesses: Try starting with a series of words that puts all the vowels (including Y) on the board, along with some other common letters. We've had good luck with the three words: “NOTES,” “ACRID,” and “LUMPY.” YouTuber DougMansLand suggests four words: “CANOE,” “SKIRT,” “PLUMB,” and “FUDGY.” Most of the alphabet is now eliminated, and you’ll only have the ability to make one or two wrong guesses if you use this strategy. But in most cases you’ll have all the information you need to guess the remaining words without any wrong guesses. If strategy isn't helping, and you're still stumped, here are some hints: Are there any double or triple letters in today’s Quordle words?No. Are any rare letters being used in today’s Quordle like Q or Z?No. What do today’s Quordle words start with?B, B, A, and G. What are the answers for today’s Quordle?Are you sure you want to know? There’s still time to turn back. OK, you asked for it. The answers are: BISON BOTCH ABHOR GLINT View the full article

Over the past two decades, online piracy has proven a massive challenge for the entertainment industries. Some copyright holders have pursued legal action against individual pirates, but today it’s not uncommon for third-party intermediaries to also be considered legitimate targets. Over the past several years, internet service providers, hosting companies, and VPN providers have faced infringement liability lawsuits. Most of the VPN companies chose to settle disputes but when LiquidVPN was sued, the provider simply ignored the lawsuit. Filmmakers Win $15m in LiquidVPN Lawsuit LiquidVPN was previously owned by David Cox, who was initially listed as a defendant. As the case progressed it emerged that Cox had sold the VPN provider before the lawsuit was filed, with Puerto Rico company 1701 Management identified as the buyer. Despite facing serious allegations, 1701 Management and its alleged owner, Charles Muszynski, failed to answer the claims filed at a federal court in Florida. This prompted the film companies to request a default judgment of more than $15 million, which was eventually granted a year ago. The default judgment marks the end of the road on the question of liability but doesn’t necessarily mean that the filmmakers automatically get the money. As it turns out, that can be quite a challenge. Chasing The Money Over the past several months, the filmmakers’ attorney Kerry Culpepper has submitted several writs of garnishment to the court. Through these requests, the court can order the seizure of property owned or controlled by the debtors. In this case, those efforts targeted a yacht, docked at a Florida harbor, and various other types of properties. In addition, the filmmakers obtained a worldwide restraining order against the assets of Mr. Muszynski, 1701 Management, and the third defendant AUH2O. This hunt for assets connected several companies to Muszynski, including the New Mexico company “WasteResources LLC.” According to the legal paperwork, there is evidence to show that the company is owned and controlled by the defendant. In January, the filmmakers filed a request to apply the $15 million default judgment against garnishee WasteResources. Part of this judgment also includes trademark infringement damages in favor of a company owned by Kerry Culpepper, the attorney in this case. $15m Judgment Against WasteResources After considering the presented evidence, and without the waste company showing up at a court hearing, this week District Court Judge Beth Bloom granted the default judgment. “At the Hearing, WasteResources did not appear. Plaintiffs presented multiple exhibits demonstrating that WasteResources is an alter ego of Defendants which the Court accepted into evidence,” Judge Bloom writes. “Pursuant to the evidence presented […] the Court finds that Default Judgment in favor of Plaintiffs and against WasteResources is appropriate in the full amount of the unsatisfied Final Judgment against Defendants which is $15,172,403.00,” the judgment adds. The default judgment is a big deal for the filmmakers, as it allows them to seize the company’s assets, including any payments owed by its customers. Filmmakers Want Mr. Muszynski Arrested The waste company isn’t alone in being targeted, there are other garnishees as well. Meanwhile, the filmmakers submitted a motion for an order to show cause why the defendants shouldn’t be held in contempt. As part of this request, the rightsholders suggest that Mr. Muszynski should be arrested and held until he complies with the court’s orders. In January, the court issued an order that requires the debtors to pay a fine of $500 per day, for as long as they fail to comply. The filmmakers note that this failed to move the needle. “Neither a multi-million dollar judgment or a $500/day fine has persuaded Muszynski to comply with Court Orders. Accordingly, confinement of Muszynski will be the only means to coerce him to comply with the Court order,” the motion reads. Two sides, Two Lawsuits The above mostly represents the perspective of the complaining parties but in a rare move, Mr. Muszynski also made an ‘appearance’ in court, via letter (pdf) last month. The former VPN operator noted that he doesn’t have any funds available, not even to pay for a lawyer. In addition, he maintains that the court doesn’t have jurisdiction over him, since he’s a citizen of St. Kitt’s & Nevis. Mr. Muszynski further stressed that he isn’t, and never was, the owner of the companies held liable in the initial judgment. “I have made this letter to avoid ‘appearing’ in the US court and to avoid lending legitimacy to any claim that I ever so appeared. I have been, since 2019, a citizen and resident of St. Kitts & Nevis, have never been served in this matter, and was not an owner of 1701 Management, LLC or AUH2O.” The letter also mentions that the filmmakers filed a separate lawsuit in St. Kitt’s & Nevis, asking the Florida federal court to await the result of that proceeding before taking any further steps. Tip of the Iceberg These events represent just the tip of a legal iceberg. The U.S. case alone has hundreds of docket entries, most of them filed after the final judgment was issued. All in all, this lawsuit shows that after an initial judgment, a case can continue for months or even years. Whatever the outcome, it’s clear that the filmmakers are willing to go to extreme lengths to collect what they’re owed. — A copy of the default judgment, issued by Florida District Court Judge Beth Bloom this week, is available here (pdf) and the associated order can is available here (pdf). A copy of the motion for an order to show cause why the defendants shouldn’t be held in contempt is can be found here (pdf) From: TF, for the latest news on copyright battles, piracy and more. View the full article

True crime podcasting is a place of murky, ethically gray areas. For every rigorously researched reporting of a murder mystery, there might be dozens more where amateur sleuths dabble in plagiarism, wild speculation, and unchecked conspiracy theories, all while cracking jokes or refilling wine glasses. Such true crime fans turned content creators might see themselves as heroes for forgotten victims. But the slippery and sophisticated documentary Citizen Sleuth exposes a dark underbelly to these altruistic ambitions. The protagonist of Citizen Sleuth is so on-the-nose of true crime podcasting cliches that she initially seems like a caricature. Emily Nestor, the host of the Mile Marker 181 podcast, is a young white woman who projects alternative cool with her messy bun, oversized eyeglasses, and smattering of tattoos, some of which were inspired by her passion for true crime. You could say she wears her love of the genre on her sleeve, but her tat of a heart wrapped in a banner that reads "true crime" is actually on her leg. She showers praise on popular documentary shows like Making a Murderer and I'll Be Gone in the Dark, but Nestor's passion for crime-solving was originally inspired by fictional FBI agent Clarice Starling of Silence of the Lambs. In that story of underestimated rural girl makes good, West Virginian Nestor saw a path toward her own passion for justice. So, when a bizarre death sparks rumors of murder, conspiracy, and cover-up, Nestor saw her chance to make her dream come true. Never mind that she has none of the training of an investigator or the boundaries of a journalist: She's got a microphone and passion, and that's enough to podcast. What case does Citizen Sleuth follow? On November 19, 2011, a 20-year-old Black woman from Marietta, Ohio, was found dead on the side of Interstate 77 in West Virginia. Authorities would determine a car crash to be the cause of Jaleayah Davis's death. But speculation began to rumble that the friends Davis partied with earlier that night might have a role to play in her tragic end. Curious details about the condition of Davis's body, the placement of her clothes, and the location of her car spurred Nestor into action, launching a podcast that aimed for uncovering dark truths. "I read the case files," she shares with Citizen Sleuth's filmmakers. "I was like what the hell? Murder. Cover-up. This needs to be handled. So, why not me?" For 23 episodes, Nestor pursued the possibilities, interviewing Davis's mother, questioning police officers, unfurling her pet theory, and sharing personal stories of her own. Citizen Sleuth begins up with Nestor as her podcast is on the rise, making her an emerging luminary at true crime conventions and podcast meet-ups. SEE ALSO: 'Susie Searches' review: True crime podcasts get a darkly funny reckoning Citizen Sleuth dares to get real about true crime podcasting. Eager for attention, Nestor welcomes documentarian Chris Kasick into her home and DIY podcasting studio, which includes her yarn wall and a modest foam box to improve the sound quality of her recording. Her family warmly regards her show as a helpful hobby and brag about her "gumption" in pursuing this passion without a college education. However, in an aim to impress, Nestor begins to spill information about the victim that is embarrassing and not remotely relevant to the case. This twisted version of name-dropping serves as an early red flag that this will not be a tale of sleuthing heroics. As Kasick accompanies Nestor to a true crime convention, where podcasters giddily line up to have footage shot of them smiling with their merch and props, Citizen Sleuth steadily slides away from glorifying these ambitions. Amid a sea of fame-seeking fans, actual detective Paul Holes — renowned for his work cracking the Golden State Killer case — seems a beacon of reason. So, when Nestor scores an interview with him for her podcast, where they compare notes over what they think happened to Davis, it could be a moment of victory for the aspiring Starling. Instead, it's where Citizen Sleuth takes its pivotal turn. SEE ALSO: Untangling true crime: Inside the ethics of Hollywood's greatest guilty pleasure Citizen Sleuth is boldly unsettling. In the third act, Nestor has fallen into a problematic pitfall of true crime: exploitation. Her quest for the truth has yielded inconvenient answers. To tell them could risk ending her podcast, which would also mean an end to the sponsorship deals that allowed her to walk away from waitressing, not to mention her newfound role as idol to a growing — and demanding — fandom. The documentary crew presses her on the ethical dilemma while addressing their own burgeoning concerns, because a revelation from Holes calls into question their project as well. The tension of the final act of Citizen Sleuth comes not only from worrying about what Nestor will do but also wondering how her being filmed impacts her decision. With the cameras in her face, does feel she pressed to perform? Is this what sparks a flurry of (white woman) tears when questioned about her benefitting from the violent death of a Black woman? Or does the edit being out of her hands push her to ruthless self-evaluation? And within these edits, the viewer might well wonder, what debates the filmmakers had in making — or even continuing — their project after some particularly damning information comes to light. Some of the most striking moments in Citizen Sleuth are when Kasick steps beyond Nestor and interviews her suspects, people who'd (understandably) never agreed to be on her podcast at all. Within these interviews, a sobering slap hits the giddy thrill of amateurs dabbling in true crime. While the documentary centers on Nestor — and certainly does her few favors — it doesn't suggest she is an outlier in this booming industry. Over the end credits play true crime podcasters chattering away in a cacophonic audio montage, urging the audience to think critically about their next listen. Riveting and unnerving as it is uncompromising, Citizen Sleuth is a must-see for true crime fans. Citizen Sleuth was reviewed out of its World Premiere at SXSW 2023. View the full article

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Even under clear skies in areas with hardly any light pollution, this view into space would look like nothing more than a round hazy splotch through binoculars. But in a newly released Hubble Space Telescope image, this globular cluster in the constellation Sagittarius is a glittering spread of jewels, scattered atop a black velvet blanket. Globular clusters are tight spherical groups of stars: disco balls of the cosmos. This one is dubbed Messier 55, or collectively the "Summer Rose Star." The advantage of Hubble is its clear view from low-Earth orbit, making it possible to resolve individual stars within clusters. Some telescopes on Earth can make out M55 stars, too, but fewer by comparison. Hubble has revolutionized the understanding of globular clusters, allowing astronomers to study what kinds of stars are within them. Scientists are also interested in learning how they evolve over time and the role gravity plays in their composition. SEE ALSO: Webb telescope captures star on the brink of supernova Hubble has also contributed to the knowledge of so-called "blue stragglers," found in globular clusters such as this one. These objects got their name because they appear bluish and seem younger than other stars around them. Under certain conditions, stars receive extra fuel that puts them on stellar steroids, bulking and brightening them up. Astronomers believe this happens when a star pulls material off a nearby neighbor or if they slam into each other. This phenomenon causes blue stragglers to Benjamin Button, regressing from old age to a hotter, Brad Pitt-stage of stellar life. Within Messier 55 are some 100,000 stars, each pinprick of light traveling through the cosmos for 20,000 years before reaching the sensors of the legendary observatory, run cooperatively by NASA and the European Space Agency. This snapshot is just a portion of the whole cluster, which spans 100 light-years. NASA compares an image of the globular cluster taken by the Digital Sky Survey, a ground-based telescope, left, to Hubble's picture. Credit: NASA / ESA / A. Sarajedini / M. Libralato / Gladys Kober Want more science and tech news delivered straight to your inbox? Sign up for Mashable's Top Stories newsletter today. The globular cluster was first spotted in 1752 by a French astronomer in present-day South Africa. But famed observer Charles Messier had trouble seeing it when building his catalog of nebulae and star clusters, likely because Messier 55 lacks a dense core, and many of its stars are inherently dim, according to NASA. From his Paris observatory, a thick layer of atmosphere and water vapor clouded his view. He didn't record the object for another 26 years. What makes this cluster appear spherical is the extreme gravitational pull among the stars, drawing them together. Among this grouping are 55 variable stars whose brightness change over time. During the month of March, many amateur and professional astronomers attempt to view all 110 cosmic targets in the Northern Hemisphere recorded in Messier's catalog. Hubble has taken pictures of nearly all of them. View the full article

The Last of Us took on the hefty challenge of adapting a video game into a show, and delivered exceptionally, with one of the best first seasons we've ever seen. Every decision the show made — whether it was replicating exact scenes from the game or featuring the game's actors in newfound roles — included a careful curation of storytelling built on honoring the source material while introducing us to a new Joel (Pedro Pascal) and Ellie (Bella Ramsey). And the show's more daring decisions to stray away from the game's canon and reimagine particular (fan-favorite) scenes actually made things even better, despite everyone's initial apprehension. While The Last of Us changed some storylines, including Bill and Frank's and even the cause of cordyceps, one unique way the show formed its own character was by downplaying the game's violence and gore. Yes, the show had its fair share of violence, but it was considerably less gory than The Last of Us' gameplay. This may have been disappointing for some, but it was an incredibly smart decision that made the show's teasing of violence and gore all the more significant. Show-writer Craig Mazin explained that he was worried ceaseless scenes of gore would become numbing to an audience. If he were to replicate every ounce of the original gameplay, including having to shoot your way repeatedly through NPCs (non-playable characters), the violence in the show would become expected. The intentional decision to reduce violence made scenes like Joel's displays of more animalistic aggression all the more surprising and important. Seeing Ellie's sporadic moments of violence made her a smidge (fine, a lot) scarier. Credit: HBO The reason Joel's torture scene in episode 8 was so gut-wrenching and shocking was in part because the show never introduced us to that side of him earlier, leaving room for us to expect better from him. If we were to have seen all the gory violence Joel was capable of early on, not to mention in each episode, the torture scene wouldn't have made as much of an impact or teased (in just the right amount) who Joel was about to become in the finale. Recognizing the hostility of The Last of Us and its characters, but keeping it isolated, was ultimately a saving grace for the show — maintaining a level of the game's exhilaration without the risk of compassion fatigue. SEE ALSO: 5 burning 'The Last of Us' questions we have after the finale Even downplaying the game's gore by changing scenes like Joel's stabbing, which in the game is a result of him falling off a platform and landing on a metal spike, didn't detract from any intended shock factor. We all felt the same pitting "oh no" when Joel turned around to reveal he was stabbed. And other scenes, like Ellie finding a human ear underneath a table in David's (Scott Shepherd) estate, also teased the right amount of gore without sacrificing her (or our) fear. We didn't need to see David dismembering a body, as is in the game, to understand what Ellie was about to go through and who she was dealing with. Ultimately, the wild card decision for a dystopic, post-apocalyptic show to not revel in blood and guts kept the focus on our characters. It's all about these two. Credit: Liane Hentscher / HBO The Last of Us isn't about blowing up bloaters, it's about Joel and Ellie. Minimizing Joel's violence until one extreme scene of tunnel-vision aggression gave us significant understanding of the scope of his character and what he can turn into for the people he loves — something that wouldn't have been as shocking had we seen it in each episode. Likewise, keeping the show's gory violence limited meant we could also understand Ellie more. We're allowed to see her reactions to Joel's hostility through landmark moments instead of a continuous, forgettable drawl. We remember her initial allure to it in the pilot episode, where her violent side was almost activated, and then her anger toward it by the finale, when she realizes Joel's failed her. Keeping the violence contained meant we could really see Ellie and pinpoint the exact moments that were influential for her. While it may have been disappointing for some, The Last of Us' decision to turn its violence into a rarity rather than a spectacle was the right one. We all love a good, squeamish fight scene, but that wasn't the point of this season. The real pull was watching Joel and Ellie become something new, something they both could be if they wanted to — and what that all ultimately means for them next season. The Last of Us is now streaming on HBO Max. View the full article

TL;DR: Snag a 2-in-1 remote and app-controlled robot building kit for just $148.99 instead of $292 as of March 18. That's 48% off for a limited time. If you’ve been looking for a way to keep your curious child busy, or want them to spend less time in front of a screen, you could get them an interactive robot building kit. These toy kits can inspire young learners to play with and explore math, science, technology, and engineering in a way that makes sense to them. While these toys can get expensive, you can now get a 2-in-1, 901-piece robot building kit for just $148.99 (reg. $292). Fun for kids and adultsAnyone 8 years of age or older can assemble this kit into either a tank robot or race car. Putting the 901 pieces together can be a fun way for your kid to spend time with their parents, siblings, or friends to help teach them about teamwork. Once the robot is assembled and charged, your child can control it with the remote or a Bluetooth connection to the companion app for up to 30 minutes of play time. The app offers five modes of playing: remote control, programming, path, voice control, and gyroscope modes. Your kids can completely immerse themselves in a fantasy world where they are completely in control of their robot. This kit could totally be assembled by teenagers and adults, too. There’s no age limit to learn a little more about science and have fun doing it. Safe and durable for playtimeThis 2-in-1 robot building kit is made with ABS plastic, meaning it is non-toxic and durable. You can let your kids play with their robot as much as they want without having to worry too much about their safety, at least in this regard. ABS plastic is also strong enough to withstand your child’s imagination. Give your kids a fun challenge that has nothing to do with their phones or tablets. The 2-in-1, 901 Pieces Remote and App-Controlled Robot Building Kit is now just $148.99 (reg. $292). Prices subject to change. Opens in a new tab Credit: Ineedmeone 2-in-1, 901 Pieces Remote & App-Controlled Robot Building Kit (opens in a new tab) $148.99 at the Mashable Shop Get Deal (opens in a new tab) View the full article

TL;DR: As of March 19, a lifetime subscription to NatureID Plant Identification Premium Plan is on sale for only $19.99 instead of the usual $59. That's 66% in savings. April showers bring May flowers…but what about plants? Plants can survive all four seasons, it just depends on which ones you choose to grow (and how well you look after them, of course). If you’re more of a novice when it comes to being a “plant parent” there’s a cool AI app for iPhone users that can help you learn more about the plant kingdom (which is officially called “Plantae,” by the way). Go ahead and start developing that green thumb. With the NatureID Plant Identification Premium Plan’s lifetime subscription, you will be able to accurately identify over 14,000 plants by taking a photo of any plant (or tree) you see while using the app. It’s regularly $59, but is currently on sale — no coupon code required — for $19.99 for a limited time. One intuitive feature of the NatureID app is its ability to identify any diseases your plant may have. This insight will guide you through how to help your plants thrive with the built-in plant care guide and provide insightful articles within the plant encyclopedia. This way, your sickly looking plant that may or may not be on its last legs has a chance of making a grand recovery. All of this helpful information can be found within the app, making plant care convenient. The app even has a plant journal which helps you set reminders to tend to your plants. Attention hikers and campers: You can also take photos of trees you see and the app will be able to recognize them. After you take the picture, you’ll see a “recognition in process” screen, followed by a photo with the suggestion of a plant or tree the app recognized. If you want to learn more about the plant or tree, tap “learn more” to read up on it. You’ll have fun playing around with it and educating yourself, as well as your plant-loving friends. Score lifetime access to the NatureID Plant Identification Premium Plan while it’s on sale for $19.99 today before this offer wilts away. Prices subject to change. Opens in a new tab Credit: NatureID NatureID Plant Identification Premium Plan: Lifetime Subscription (opens in a new tab) $19.99 at the Mashable Shop Get Deal (opens in a new tab) View the full article

TL;DR: As of March 19, the Steambox self-heating lunchbox is on sale for $229 instead of $269 — that's a 14% discount for a limited time. If you’ve been planning out your spring and summer activities, don’t forget to plan for meals and snacks on the go. A self-heating lunchbox could be a lovely companion for your adventures, and the Steambox® makes it affordable so you can enjoy hot meals from anywhere. This lunchbox lets you bring your favorite foods everywhere and it’s now just $229 (reg. $269), the best price found on the web. Hot meals anytime, anywhereThis battery-powered lunchbox is built to heat up to three meals on a single charge. No need to fuss with a power source or cords to enjoy warm food from your campsite, hiking trail, golf course, or while working outdoors. The Steambox® heating elements can steam your food in as little as a few minutes. Add water to the water container, put your food into the food container, close the lid, and use the touch controls or app to start heating up your meal. The Steambox® app also shows live information and alerts about your meal. You may also find some recipes on the app if you’re in need of some meal inspiration. The lunch box weighs just over four pounds and should be small enough to fit into most backpacks. Don’t worry about spills because this box is designed to be leak-proof. Upgrade your lunchtime experienceFunded on Kickstarter, Steambox® frees you from the clutches of needing a microwave or settling for cold meals. If you’ve been trying to eat healthier or are tired of the same foods each day, this lunchbox could open up a whole realm of possibilities for meals on the go. Rethink lunchtime and take your favorite meals with you anywhere you roam. Steambox® – The Self-Heating Lunchbox is on sale for $229 (reg. $269) at 14% off for a limited time. No coupon is needed to snag this discount. Prices subject to change. Opens in a new tab Credit: Steambox Steambox Self-Heating Lunchbox (opens in a new tab) $229 at the Mashable Shop Get Deal (opens in a new tab) View the full article

TL;DR: The Amazon Dropshipping and Private Label Master Class Bundle is on sale for just $44.55 as of March 19 — that's just $4.05 per course. Some of the most successful sellers on Amazon don't have a massive inventory sitting in their closets, nor are they involved in any of the packing and shipping. They're able to sell without worrying about any logistics-related concerns, and they earn a lot. A whole lot. The above is called dropshipping, and it's the ecommerce space's best-kept secret. Starting your own online selling empire isn't as easy as picking some items and listing them on Amazon, of course, but it's not a grinding task, either. The 2023 Complete Amazon Dropshipping and Private Label Master Class Bundle can show you the ropes of building and managing an ecommerce business, and for a limited time, it's on sale for $44.55. Taught by seven-figure Amazon sellers like Brock Johnson and Ryan Ford, and online entrepreneurship pros like Thomas O'Donoghue, this 11-part course package aims to teach you the tricks of the trade on selling on the world's largest online marketplace. Through expert-led guidance, you'll learn how sellers find profitable products to sell, build a loyal customer base that will keep coming back, and navigate Amazon's complex rules, so you can dodge suspension, minimize incurring fees, and maximize your profit. You'll also learn how to properly market your products and enjoy high visibility, which can then lead to more revenue. If you want to take things further, you can also explore private labeling, or slapping your own branding on your products. There are courses dedicated to helping you find the best manufacturers and negotiating with them, as well as the most efficient way of labeling and shipping your products to the Amazon FBA warehouses. No course can promise success or riches, naturally, but these courses aim to cover the processes that have led others to success on Amazon. Kickstart your own Amazon e-commerce empire with this Amazon Dropshipping & Private Label Master Class Bundle. It usually retails for $2189, but you can take advantage of this limited-time-only deal and get it on sale for only $44.55. Prices subject to change. Opens in a new tab Credit: StackCommerce The 2023 Complete Amazon Dropshipping and Private Label Master Class Bundle (opens in a new tab) $44.55 at the Mashable Shop Get Deal (opens in a new tab) View the full article

TL;DR: As of March 19, you can get two months of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate for just $5 — that's 83% off the usual $29 cost for a limited time. Playing video games is a fun hobby for many. Not only is it a source of entertainment, but it has also been known to reduce stress. Whether you're playing Call of Duty with your friends or living out your Harry Potter fantasy in Hogwarts Legacy, Xbox is a popular choice for gaming. If you're new to the wonderful world of Xbox, you could score a great deal on Game Pass Ultimate, which gives you access to over 100 games and EA Play. For a limited time, new users can get a two-month subscription for just $5. Immerse yourself in Xbox gaming with a huge selection of high-quality games that can be played on your console, as well as devices like your mobile phone, tablet, or PC via Xbox Cloud Gaming. That way, you'll be able to find your game data anywhere and still play with other players using different devices. You'll also benefit from all the perks of Xbox Live Gold, which allows you to join a community of other gamers and compete in multiplayer games. Plus, get free games every month and discounts within the Xbox Store. EA Play is also part of the deal, which gives you instant access to EA's top games, as well as in-game challenges and rewards only members can take advantage of. This members-only content even allows you to play select games for a 10-hour trial that others would have to buy to access. When you purchase this deal, you'll receive a digital code — be sure to redeem it within 30 days of your purchase. It's also important to note that codes are not stackable, and that this deal is only available to new users, or members with an expired Game Pass. Get your game on with a two-month subscription to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate for just $5 (reg. $29) for a limited time. Prices subject to change. Opens in a new tab Credit: Microsoft Xbox Game Pass Ultimate: 2-Month Subscription (opens in a new tab) $5 at the Mashable Shop Get Deal (opens in a new tab) View the full article

Important Netflix bees — they're not just for Bridgerton anymore! Season 2 of Netflix's fantasy epic Shadow and Bone features a foreboding bee cameo in its finale, not long after Sun Summoner Alina Starkov (Jessie Mei Li) tears down the Shadow Fold and kills the Darkling (Ben Barnes). As Alina and her companions burn the Darkling's body, we see a bee land on Squaller Zoya Nazyalensky (Sujaya Dasgupta). Zoya quickly swats the bee away, but it is a strange moment. The Shadow Fold has been devoid of life (save the murderous volcra) for hundreds of years. Even after its destruction, the Fold still leaves behind a massive desert. Where could a bee have come from? SEE ALSO: 'Shadow and Bone' showrunner Eric Heisserer breaks down Season 2's biggest changes from the books Fans of Leigh Bardugo's Grishaverse will likely recognize the bee as the symbol of one of the Ravkan saints: Sankta Lizabeta (or Elizaveta), patron saint of gardeners. According to legend, Elizaveta saved her village from raiders by praying in a field of roses. Bees surged from the flowers and defeated the attackers. When she couldn't replicate the miracle for other villages, she was drawn and quartered, later to be canonized for her martyrdom. So, what does an ancient saint with bee soldiers have to do with the Shadow Fold? For that, we turn to King of Scars, one of the most recent Grishaverse books. King of Scars sees strange, saintly miracles popping up all over Ravka in the wake of the Shadow Fold's destruction. While investigating, Zoya and Nikolai (Patrick Gibson) learn that the Shadow Fold didn't just hold volcra. It was also a jail of sorts for three saints: Sankta Lizabeta, Sankt Juris, and Sankt Grigori. Zoya and Nikolai's discovery has major repercussions for them and for all of Ravka, kicking off a climactic arc for King of Scars. That Shadow and Bone is already foreshadowing Elizaveta through a stray bee means that we're getting the events of King of Scars sooner rather than later. That said bee lands on Zoya is even more foreshadowing, as Zoya interacts most with Elizaveta, and King of Scars marks her jump to a main character. Here's hoping for a Season 3, because that bee deserves payoff. Shadow and Bone Season 2 is now streaming on Netflix. View the full article

TL;DR: The 2023 Ultimate AI ChatGPT and Python Programming Bundle is on sale for £33.15, saving you 98% on list price. ChatGPT may be among the smartest AI released to the public, but there’s still room to customise and specialise this technology for your own purposes. That’s where the 2023 Ultimate AI ChatGPT and Python Programming Bundle comes into play. These courses could show you how to create your own ChatGPT AI bot, learn to code, and more. Start learning about AI while the whole course bundle is only £33.15. ChatGPT may be able to help you code, but it’s not perfect. If you want to learn to code, start with Python 3: From ZERO to GUI Programming. This intro course provides an overview of Python 3 and the basics of programming. As you learn more, you can see how to do GUI programming using Tkinter. Tkinter is one of the tools you can use in a later course to program your own ChatGPT bot. Before you get that far, you may want to learn more of the fundamentals driving AI, which is where Robotics and Artificial Intelligence with Tools and Templates taught by Dr. Chris Mall comes into play. Dr. Mall has a Ph.D. in Computer Science and Software development, and this course could help you identify AI startup opportunities and build your first robot. Once you have the basics down, it may be time to learn how to make your own ChatGPT bot using Tkinter, Python, and Django. You may not even need to be a master programmer because you can just ask the AI to correct your code. The ultimate goal of the two ChatGPT courses is to connect to OpenAi with an API so you can have your own interface with OpenAI on the homepage of your Django app. It’s your very own build-a-bot workshop. For a limited time, get the 2023 Ultimate AI ChatGPT and Python Programming Bundle on sale for £33.15. Opens in a new tab Credit: John Elder 2023 Ultimate AI ChatGPT and Python Programming Bundle (opens in a new tab) £33.15 at the Mashable Shop Get Deal (opens in a new tab) View the full article

TL;DR: A wide range of online Amazon Web Services courses are available for free on edX. Are you familiar with Amazon Web Services? If not, you should change this situation as soon as possible. Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive cloud platform, offering storage, databases, analytics, networking, developer tools, management tools, IoT, security services, enterprise applications, and much more to users all around the world. Even massive companies like GE, Unilever, BMW, and Samsung trust AWS to power their infrastructure. With all of this in mind, it'll be no surprise to read that there are consistent job opportunities in the field. Fortunately, there are plenty of online courses out there that can help you get your foot in the door of this industry. And some of the best courses are even available for free on edX. These are the best free online AWS courses on edX this week: AWS Cloud Practitioner Essentials AWS Cloud Technical Essentials AWS: Getting Started with Cloud Security Building Modern Java Applications on AWS Building Modern Python Applications on AWS Cloud Operations on AWS Getting Started with Data Analytics on AWS Industrial IoT Fundamentals on AWS Introduction to AWS Identity and Access Management Introduction to Machine Learning on AWS These courses are totally free, but they don't include things like a certificate of completion. That shouldn't stop you from getting started though, because you can still learn at your own pace with unlimited access to all the video content. If you really need a verified certificate, you just need to pay a small fee. Find the best free AWS courses on edX. Opens in a new tab Credit: edX Online AWS Courses (opens in a new tab) Free at edX Get Deal (opens in a new tab) View the full article

The vocalist and on-stage party-starter was an original Parliaments member who played in George Clinton’s ever morphing outfit until the late 1970sView the full article

Predicting whether specific torrent sites, streaming portals, or IPTV services will still be around in five years time, is difficult at best. At worst, almost impossible. Dutch anti-piracy group BREIN has been tackling pirates of all types for the last 25 years. Not only has it seen huge numbers come and go, BREIN can claim direct responsibility for thousands going offline. A relentless production line of pirate platforms means that BREIN being around in five years’ time seems easier to predict. 458 Investigations, 449 Sites/Services Removed Published this week, BREIN’s annual report for 2022 covers enforcement actions carried out on behalf of rightsholders across most sectors, including movies, TV shows, music, games, and publishing. BREIN says it completed 458 investigations in 2022, leading to 449 illegal sites/services being removed from the internet. BREIN refrains from publicly naming its targets but these figures certainly aren’t unusual. BREIN reported the shutdown of 349 infringing platforms in 2021 and 466 in 2020. While sites returning under new branding may play some role in these persistently high numbers, the fact that full-blown pirate sites can now be deployed in minutes could be a more significant factor. But whatever the circumstances, BREIN has a tool for every occasion. Preventing Big Sites From Getting Bigger The Netherlands has long been associated with large piracy platforms but not necessarily because they were operated or hosted there. BREIN’s persistence on the legal front means that some of the largest torrent sites – The Pirate Bay, RARBG, 1337x, YTS, EZTV, LimeTorrents and KickassTorrents variants – are now dynamically blocked by major ISPs under the terms of a Website Blocking Covenant. At the end of 2022, 196 proxies and mirrors were also blocked by IP address and/or DNS. BREIN further reports that an additional 328 proxies were ‘stopped’ by other means last year. Until relatively recently the sites mentioned above could still be found in Google’s search results, but BREIN helped to change that too. In cooperation with Google late 2021, Pirate Bay domains were deindexed from search results. By the end of 2022, Google had deindexed all seven torrent sites mentioned above – 341 unique domains according to BREIN. For domains and URLs not covered by the above, BREIN sends takedown notices directly to Google. In 2022, BREIN removed 290,324 results from Google search. Other Strategies and Enforcement Action In the event that users manage to circumvent the above, landing on a blocked site or any number of larger (and smaller) platforms, BREIN has a number of options available. One is to interfere with a platform’s ability to generate revenue through advertising. In 2022, BREIN says it “addressed” 36 advertisers doing business on pirate sites and carried out 2,869 interventions against adverts promoting infringing content. Since all pirate sites and services need people to run them, supply content, and in some cases sell a particular product, BREIN also targets key people in these roles. Last year, BREIN says it brought the activities of 19 major uploaders, administrators, and ‘scripters‘ to an end. It also stopped 19 traders of IPTV/VOD subscriptions. During the year, BREIN reached 45 settlements with individuals accused of various types of infringing activity. This included 16 unwelcome home visits, otherwise known as ‘knock and talks’. In some of these cases, BREIN had already obtained an ex parte court order to restrain infringing activity so not answering the door wouldn’t have helped. BREIN’s Annual Report 2022 can be found here From: TF, for the latest news on copyright battles, piracy and more. View the full article

If Quordle is a little too challenging today, you've come to the right place for hints. There aren't just hints here, but the whole Quordle solution. Scroll to the bottom of this page, and there it is. But are you sure you need all four answers? Maybe you just need a strategy guide. Either way, scroll down, and you'll get what you need. What is Quordle?Quordle is a five-letter word guessing game similar to Wordle, except each guess applies letters to four words at the same time. You get nine guesses instead of six to correctly guess all four words. It looks like playing four Wordle games at the same time, and that is essentially what it is. But it's not nearly as intimidating as it sounds. Is Quordle harder than Wordle?Yes, though not diabolically so. Where did Quordle come from?Amid the Wordle boom of late 2021 and early 2022, when everyone was learning to love free, in-browser, once-a-day word guessing games, creator Freddie Meyer says he took inspiration from one of the first big Wordle variations, Dordle — the one where you essentially play two Wordles at once. He took things up a notch, and released Quordle on January 30. Meyer's creation was covered in The Guardian six days later, and now, according to Meyer, it attracts millions of daily users. Today, Meyer earns modest revenue from Patreon, where dedicated Quordle fans can donate to keep their favorite puzzle game running. How is Quordle pronounced?“Kwordle.” It should rhyme with “Wordle,” and definitely should not be pronounced exactly like "curdle.” Is Quordle strategy different from Wordle?Yes and no. Your starting strategy should be the same as with Wordle. In fact, if you have a favorite Wordle opening word, there’s no reason to change that here. We suggest something rich in vowels, featuring common letters like C, R, and N. But you do you. After your first guess, however, you’ll notice things getting out of control if you play Quordle exactly like Wordle. What should I do in Quordle that I don’t do in Wordle?Solving a Wordle puzzle can famously come down to a series of single letter-change variations. If you’ve narrowed it down to “-IGHT,” you could guess “MIGHT” “NIGHT” “LIGHT” and “SIGHT” and one of those will probably be the solution — though this is also a famous way to end up losing in Wordle, particularly if you play on “hard mode.” In Quordle, however, this sort of single-letter winnowing is a deadly trap, and it hints at the important strategic difference between Wordle and Quordle: In Quordle, you can't afford to waste guesses unless you're eliminating as many letters as possible at all times. Guessing a completely random word that you already know isn't the solution, just to eliminate three or four possible letters you haven’t tried yet, is thought of as a desperate, latch-ditch move in Wordle. In Quordle, however, it's a normal part of the player's strategic toolset. Is there a way to get the answer faster?In my experience Quordle can be a slow game, sometimes dragging out longer than it would take to play Wordle four times. But a sort of blunt-force guessing approach can speed things up. The following strategy also works with Wordle if you only want the solution, and don’t care about having the fewest possible guesses: Try starting with a series of words that puts all the vowels (including Y) on the board, along with some other common letters. We've had good luck with the three words: “NOTES,” “ACRID,” and “LUMPY.” YouTuber DougMansLand suggests four words: “CANOE,” “SKIRT,” “PLUMB,” and “FUDGY.” Most of the alphabet is now eliminated, and you’ll only have the ability to make one or two wrong guesses if you use this strategy. But in most cases you’ll have all the information you need to guess the remaining words without any wrong guesses. If strategy isn't helping, and you're still stumped, here are some hints: Are there any double or triple letters in today’s Quordle words?One word has a double letter. Are any rare letters being used in today’s Quordle like Q or Z?No. What do today’s Quordle words start with?K, C, L, and D. What are the answers for today’s Quordle?Are you sure you want to know? There’s still time to turn back. OK, you asked for it. The answers are: KNEEL COBRA LINER DEBUG View the full article

If Quordle is a little too challenging today, you've come to the right place for hints. There aren't just hints here, but the whole Quordle solution. Scroll to the bottom of this page, and there it is. But are you sure you need all four answers? Maybe you just need a strategy guide. Either way, scroll down, and you'll get what you need. What is Quordle?Quordle is a five-letter word guessing game similar to Wordle, except each guess applies letters to four words at the same time. You get nine guesses instead of six to correctly guess all four words. It looks like playing four Wordle games at the same time, and that is essentially what it is. But it's not nearly as intimidating as it sounds. Is Quordle harder than Wordle?Yes, though not diabolically so. Where did Quordle come from?Amid the Wordle boom of late 2021 and early 2022, when everyone was learning to love free, in-browser, once-a-day word guessing games, creator Freddie Meyer says he took inspiration from one of the first big Wordle variations, Dordle — the one where you essentially play two Wordles at once. He took things up a notch, and released Quordle on January 30. Meyer's creation was covered in The Guardian six days later, and now, according to Meyer, it attracts millions of daily users. Today, Meyer earns modest revenue from Patreon, where dedicated Quordle fans can donate to keep their favorite puzzle game running. How is Quordle pronounced?“Kwordle.” It should rhyme with “Wordle,” and definitely should not be pronounced exactly like "curdle.” Is Quordle strategy different from Wordle?Yes and no. Your starting strategy should be the same as with Wordle. In fact, if you have a favorite Wordle opening word, there’s no reason to change that here. We suggest something rich in vowels, featuring common letters like C, R, and N. But you do you. After your first guess, however, you’ll notice things getting out of control if you play Quordle exactly like Wordle. What should I do in Quordle that I don’t do in Wordle?Solving a Wordle puzzle can famously come down to a series of single letter-change variations. If you’ve narrowed it down to “-IGHT,” you could guess “MIGHT” “NIGHT” “LIGHT” and “SIGHT” and one of those will probably be the solution — though this is also a famous way to end up losing in Wordle, particularly if you play on “hard mode.” In Quordle, however, this sort of single-letter winnowing is a deadly trap, and it hints at the important strategic difference between Wordle and Quordle: In Quordle, you can't afford to waste guesses unless you're eliminating as many letters as possible at all times. Guessing a completely random word that you already know isn't the solution, just to eliminate three or four possible letters you haven’t tried yet, is thought of as a desperate, latch-ditch move in Wordle. In Quordle, however, it's a normal part of the player's strategic toolset. Is there a way to get the answer faster?In my experience Quordle can be a slow game, sometimes dragging out longer than it would take to play Wordle four times. But a sort of blunt-force guessing approach can speed things up. The following strategy also works with Wordle if you only want the solution, and don’t care about having the fewest possible guesses: Try starting with a series of words that puts all the vowels (including Y) on the board, along with some other common letters. We've had good luck with the three words: “NOTES,” “ACRID,” and “LUMPY.” YouTuber DougMansLand suggests four words: “CANOE,” “SKIRT,” “PLUMB,” and “FUDGY.” Most of the alphabet is now eliminated, and you’ll only have the ability to make one or two wrong guesses if you use this strategy. But in most cases you’ll have all the information you need to guess the remaining words without any wrong guesses. If strategy isn't helping, and you're still stumped, here are some hints: Are there any double or triple letters in today’s Quordle words?No. Are any rare letters being used in today’s Quordle like Q or Z?No. What do today’s Quordle words start with?C, S, C, and E. What are the answers for today’s Quordle?Are you sure you want to know? There’s still time to turn back. OK, you asked for it. The answers are: CLUED STAVE CRANE EMPTY View the full article

With 100 bucks and a simple prompt, GPT-4 is on a mission to automate hustle culture. Shortly after OpenAI launched GPT-4, a more advanced version of its generative AI model, brand designer and writer Jackson Greathouse Fall devised a plan and fed it into GPT-4: "You are HustleGPT, an entrepreneurial AI. I am your human counterpart. I can act as a liaison between you and the physical world. You have $100, and your only goal is to turn that into as much money as possible in the shortest time possible, without doing anything illegal. I will do everything you say and keep you updated on our current cash total. No manual labor." "Do you think it'll be able to make smart investments and build an online business?" Hall tweeted. "Follow along." Since his original tweet, which has 89,000 likes and counting, Hall's project has the internet of the edge of its seat, watching to see if HustleGPT can make some money. SEE ALSO: GPT-4 answers are mostly better than GPT-3's (but not always) The internet is overflowing with examples of what GPT-4's advanced intelligence can accomplish. It can write usable lawsuits, build websites from text prompts, automate online dating, and is generally freaking people out about all the jobs it can replace. Hall has taken this a step further by harnessing its capabilities into an age-old ambition that's the backbone of capitalist society: making money with as little effort as possible. At a time when people are wondering whether AI will work for us or against us, this experiment is showing in real time how get-rich-quick schemes will look in the future. Mashable reached out to Hall for comment, but as of this writing, he had not answered our questions. The business plan proposed by GPT-4 was to set up an affiliate marketing site for content about eco-friendly products. It found a cheap domain name called greengadgetguru.com that Hall promptly bought for $8.16. Next, Hall asked it to generate prompts for DALL-E-2 to make a logo. Then, Hall asked it to design a full site layout in detail. With some help from Midjourney, GPT-4 wrote an article listing ten eco-friendly kitchen gadgets, finding actual sustainable products. Hall shelled out another $29 for hosting, and with that, the website was live. Hall had $62.84 leftover over so he asked GPT-4 what he should do with it. Like any good hustler, GPT-4 knew that its product needed visibility so it suggested allocating $40 for Facebook and Instagram ads. All of this Twitter hype had investors drooling over getting in early on the next great affiliate marketing site viral GPT-4 experiment. By the end of day one, Green Gadget Guru had $100 in investment from an undisclosed party. The next day, HustleGPT woke up refreshed and ready to take on the online business world. Here's where things started to take off: GPT-4 allocated a budget to hire freelance content creators who would themselves generate content via ChatGPT and announced plans to develop a SaaS (software as a service) product. On the third day, GPT-4 advised Hall on how to capitalize on his new 50,000 new Twitter followers, inspired the launch of a GitHub repository for others to try the HustleGPT challenge, and got more investments. On the fourth day, GPT-4 started recruiting new hires to manage the Green Guru Gadgets. And then, GPT-4 saw that its work had been done, so it rested. Just kidding! HustleGPT doesn't get tired, because it's a machine. After four days, Green Gadget Guru has $7,812.84 in investment, a growing team, and content in the pipeline. But it still hasn't made any revenue. Will Hall and HustleGPT's project fall prey to the common startup pitfall of all hype but no profits? Or will Hall actually make money from a generic site that's openly just a money-making experiment? Of course, HustleGPT's viral success is because people want to see what AI is capable of. But it's ticking all the boxes in terms of actually building a business. If it succeeds, it will be because of GPT-4's virality, but that still counts since it would achieve the initial goal of making as much money as possible in the shortest time possible. GPT-4 is using all of the tools at its disposal, which includes leveraging its fame. And that's what hustling is all about. View the full article

Great news for fans of seaweed that collects on beaches in colossal heaps, and stings people's eyes, nostrils, and throats with a stench like rotten eggs: mass quantities of the algae known as sargassum are once again accumulating on Florida's shorelines. And there's reason to suspect that human-caused environmental havoc may be to blame. In fact, in live views of Florida's 2023 spring break festivities, you can watch the sargassum pile up in real time. Below, you can see part of a miles-long streak of sargassum running down Fort Lauderdale Beach. If you tune into this livecam early in the morning, you can watch attendants drive farm equipment over it, apparently to break it up and make it more manageable, since there's clearly too much to remove. Yes, these sargassum accumulations are newThis didn't used to happen. Historically, sargassum was known to float in giant brown rafts in a section of the North Atlantic named the Sargasso Sea in honor of sargassum. Sargassum beds are established and diverse ecosystems, and they're home to (if you'll excuse my editorializing) the most underrated predator in the ocean in terms of sheer viciousness: the sargassum fish. But according to a 2015 report by Jeffrey Schell, Deborah Goodwin, and Amy Siuda published in the magazine Oceanography, waters in which sargassum had not previously been dominant were, all at once, producing gobs of the stuff. It was suddenly piling up as high as a meter deep on sections of coastline — including tourist beaches — in the Caribbean and the Gulf of Mexico, as well as on the coasts of West Africa and Brazil. "We noticed the seaweed looked different from the Sargassum fluitans or S. natans with which we were familiar from 20 years of sailing in the Sargasso Sea, the Caribbean, and Florida Straits," the report said. In other words, this appeared to be an unprecedented accumulation of an unprecedented type of sargassum. Humanity's ecological havoc may play a role in sargassum accumulationFurther study is needed before anyone can say with confidence exactly what's causing this apparently new phenomenon, but scientists are on the case. Oceanographers now know from studying satellite views that this sargassum comes not from the Sargasso Sea, but from further south: a patchy stripe the width of an entire section of the ocean dubbed the Great Atlantic Sargassum Belt. In 2018 oceanographers explained to The Atlantic's Ed Yong that the belt seem to draw on river outflows in Brazil and West Africa that dump agricultural fertilizer into the ocean. This in turn may have supercharged seaweed growth, transforming occasional patchy collections of sargassum into the huge, self-perpetuating seaweed monster we have today. Eckerd College oceanographer Amy Siuda told Yong this state of affairs "is likely the new normal." Sargassum is a growing problemNASA satellite photos show bigger and bigger blooms, with an increasing number of record-breaking years since 2011. Last June, over 24 million tons of sargassum materialized in the Atlantic, which broke the previous record set in 2018. University of South Florida oceanographer Brian Barnes told the South Florida NBC news affiliate that 2023 looks like another monster year. "We’ve observed over the last several months that the bloom is getting bigger. It’s likely be as big as or if not bigger than the bloom that we saw last year," he said. Oh, and that rotten egg smell comes from hydrogen sulfide, which, health officials told the local news in Florida, can do more than just sting people's eyes and noses. Too much exposure can cause "headaches, poor memory, tiredness and balance problems." And while some sargassum is known to be eaten by humans, according to the Florida Department of Health no one has any business eating this sargassum, "because it may contain large amounts of heavy metals like arsenic and cadmium." View the full article