11 Movies and TV Series to Get You Drunk

Is there anything better than sitting back to watch your favorite movie or TV show with a cold glass of beer, oversized glass of wine, or tasty cocktail in your hand? Opinions differ. But what if you could be drinking those very shows or movies? This golden age of nerd entertainment has begat a golden age of nerd…

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Why Emerging Tech's Partly to Blame for a Record $2.1 Trillion Military Spending Last Year

When it comes to spending (or losing) obscene amounts of money, it’s never a good idea to bet against the military. While normal people struggled to make ends meet and adapt to stressful economic uncertainties presented by the pandemic’s lockdowns and restrictions worldwide, global militaries were making a killing.

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Group Sues White House Over Oil & Gas Report That Didn't Mention Climate Change

Environmental group Friends of the Earth filed a lawsuit against the White House this week after it did not respond to request for information about why the Department of Interior’s 2021 leasing program report downplayed climate urgency. The report failed to mention the environmental impacts of leasing public lands…

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Want to Order Food From a Minimally-Paid Call Center Employee from Central America? Visit a Freshii in Canada

If you didn’t think automation could get any more soul-crushing, a Canada-based health-food company is testing out if it can replace cashier workers with foreign call center employees, allowing them to pay them next to nothing in the process.

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Andrew Woolfolk, Longtime Earth, Wind & Fire Saxophonist, Dies At 71

The legendary musician had been battling an undisclosed illness for six years.

A New OnePlus Mid-Range Phone Is On The Horizon

An upcoming OnePlus smartphone model has appeared on a Chinese regulatory website, shedding light on some details about the potential “Lite” variant.

The Transformation Of Tesla From 2003 To 2022

Tesla revolutionized the world of electric vehicles, producing multiple top-selling models. Here how the company has transformed since its inception.

Heat Pump Heads Rejoice: Washington State Now Requires the More Efficient Systems

The prophecy is coming true. The moment is here. Heat pumps are taking over, at least in Washington State.

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The Gaming Shelf Spotlights Gauntlet Publishing, New Releases, and More

Another fortnight, another slew of new games and releases that have made their way onto my radar. In between PAX East, the Gayming Awards, and the first D&D Direct, a lot has happened. I’ve already covered Role’s new digital release Chromethe Spelljammer announcement, and the new Marvel Multiverse Role-Playing Game,

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Roku Partners With Lionsgate to Bring Movies To Ad-Supported Roku Channel

Roku doesn’t want you to forget about it for your streaming needs, so it’s been working on sweetening the deal. The company has announced that it recently closed a multi-year agreement with Lionsgate. If you have a Roku TV or set-top box, stock up on popcorn and snacks, because the movies are coming to you.

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