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Apple's 15-inch MacBook Air M4 with 512GB SSD plunges to $1,079
Save $320 on Apple's last-gen MacBook Air M4, as Amazon clears out inventory this weekend.
How Sports Are Helping Peacock Originals Fly Higher
Turns out hosting the two biggest sporting events of the year can be a real boon for your streaming service. It’s perhaps unsurprising that NBCUniversal’s Peacock racked up major wins in the month it carried both the Super Bowl and the most-watched Winter Olympic Games in over a decade, not to mention a massively watched NBA All-Star […]
Parallels Desktop creators say MacBook Neo does indeed have enough muscle to run Windows apps
The company’s virtualization software is functional on Apple’s cheapest laptop.
M5 MacBook Air review: Still the best MacBook for almost everybody
The M5 MacBook Air is a minor upgrade, but minor upgrades add up over time.
Mac Trade-Ins Surge Amid MacBook Neo Launch
Apple this week saw an unusual surge of Mac trade-ins amid the launch of the MacBook Neo. A reliable source speaking to MacRumors revealed that the quantity of Macs traded in at Apple retail stores this week increased over 100% compared to previous weeks, likely driven by demand for the MacBook Neo and M5 MacBook Air.
Xbox Ally X handhelds will soon get a performance boost
Microsoft has announced that ROG Xbox Ally X handhelds will get a performance boost in April, thanks to Automatic Super Resolution.
PENN Entertainment Hotel Expansion Tests Value Of Brick And Mortar Investments
PENN Entertainment (NasdaqGS:PENN) plans a major expansion at Hollywood Casino Columbus with a new 203 room hotel tower. The upscale hotel is scheduled to open in June 2026 as part of a broader upgrade to the property. The project includes an expanded high limit table games room and is expected to create new local jobs. PENN Entertainment, which runs casinos, retail sportsbooks and online gaming platforms, is adding more hospitality capacity at one of its key Ohio properties. For investors...
Apple Clears Out M5 MacBook Pro at an All-Time Low After Its New Laptop Launch, Featuring 14.2-inch Liquid Retina XDR Display
Upgrading to a powerful MacBook has never been easier.
Parallels Confirms MacBook Neo Can Run Windows in a Virtual Machine
Parallels Desktop virtualization software is compatible with the new MacBook Neo, according to an update from the company – but Windows VM performance will depend on your intended use case. From Parallels' updated knowledge base article: Parallels Desktop runs on MacBook Neo in basic usability testing. The Parallels Engineering team has completed initial testing and confirmed that Parallels Desktop installs and virtual machines operate stably on MacBook Neo.
Book review: Hands, Wrists, Fingers: Creative Health for Musicians
Philippa Bunting reads Pedro de Alcantara's volume on boosting health for the curious musician, including some novel arm, wrist, hand and finger exercises for string players
Elon Musk says Tesla will increase headcount as AI boosts productivity
Tesla CEO Elon Musk said he expects to hire more workers and that output per Tesla employee will get "nutty high."
Mahjong might be the most fun way to boost your brain
It blends strategy, social time and mental agility.
New York City’s $30 Minimum-Wage Proposal Rattles Small Businesses
The move to raise the city’s minimum wage follows a host of other cities boosting pay in recent years.
Former Microsoft lead reviews the MacBook Neo
Steven Sinofsky published an interesting review of the MacBook Neo, where he also explores what went wrong with Microsoft’s similar idea.
Google just gave Gemini the power to control apps on the Galaxy S26 — and it's pretty wild
The new feature lets Gemini order food, book rides, and navigate apps for you.
MOSI exhibition 'Dreaming in Bamboo' highlights blend of science and art
Artist Alexander Nixon knew that the Museum of Science and Innovation (MOSI) was the perfect home for his collection "Dreaming in Bamboo."
M5 MacBook Air Review: A Laptop With Real Middle Child Energy
Apple's thinnest laptop is powerful for most tasks. Still, there may be better options above and below it.
First MacBook Neo teardown praises 'absolutely amazing' repairability
"No sticky tape, no tricky adhesives, modular parts... it's just super straightforward, elegant design."
Business of golf betting is booming – and a Tiger Woods Masters showing could cause an explosion
The business of golf is booming, and there is a white whale that could force an explosion.
New M5 MacBook Air and MacBook Pro Are Already on Sale at Amazon a Day After Release
You can already save $49 on a brand-new 2026 MacBook Air with M5 chip, or a MacBook Pro with M5 Pro or M5 Max.
Amazon fire sale slashes $320 off this M4 MacBook Air
The 15-inch MacBook Air with 16GB memory and 512GB storage is on sale for $1,079 right now.
New Qualcomm exploit chain brings bootloader unlocking freedom to Android flagships
A new exploit, dubbed "Qualcomm GBL exploit," is being chained with other exploits to bring bootloader unlocking to several flagship phones.
Keyboard Much Easier to Replace on MacBook Neo Than Apple's Other Laptops
You no longer have to swap out the entire top half of the laptop's case just to fix the keys.
More modular design makes MacBook Neo easier to fix than other Apple laptops
Neo is the first MacBook in a long time with an easily replaceable keyboard.
MacBook Neo faces stiff competition this week — this Windows laptop with more RAM and storage is now $450 off if you're looking for better specs
The Acer Aspire 14 AI Laptop is a potent mid-range laptop fit for productivity tasks, and it's enjoying a rare 43% this week at Best Buy
Parallels shares update on MacBook Neo and running a Windows virtual machine
Last week, Parallels cautioned that its Parallels Desktop for Mac software was not yet tested for MacBook Neo. Following the...
MacBook Neo Teardown: Modular Ports, Glue-Less Battery, Zero Tape
A teardown of the new MacBook Neo by Australian YouTube repair channel Tech Re-Nu reveals what may be the most modular and repair-friendly Mac laptop in recent times. The Neo is shown being taken apart in just six minutes, suggesting Apple has prioritized simplicity across the board, using standard Torx screws (T3, T5, and T8) and a clean cable routing design. To open the aluminum body, eight screws on the bottom are loosened, similar to the MacBook Air and MacBook Pro.
An NIH whistleblower warning
The doctors behind the telehealth GLP-1 boom, a men's health office moment, and other health news
The MacBook Pro M5 Max Is So Fast, It's Hard to Know How to Test It
A more exciting MacBook Pro is waiting in the wings, but the M5 Max shows the continued success of Apple Silicon.
How to Supercharge Sports’ $300B Opportunity in the Latino Market
The Latino sports fan is not niche. The brands that figured that out first are pulling ahead, and the playbook is there for everyone to use.
Morris Katz backed Cuomo, criticized Sanders before political career
The 26-year-old “mastermind” who orchestrated Zohran Mamdani’s mayoral victory once boosted Mamdani's foes and chided his allies before making a career of politics.
Blue Owl is doubling down on AI infrastructure investments
Blue Owl has become one of Wall Street's most prolific investors in data centers. Now it's growing its book of loans tied to the sector.
Meta’s Moltbook gamble looks a lot like bubble behavior
Meta, the company that changed its entire brand identity five years ago on the promise of a technology it turned out no one wanted, just spent an undisclosed sum to acquire Moltbook, a “social network” built for “AI agents.”
‘Boom Boom’ US propaganda vs. the emerging Iran war reality
The US government doesn’t simply want Americans to support the war it launched with Israel on Iran; it wants to pump people up.
Bookman: Has the Kemp model fallen out of fashion in Georgia politics?
Brian Kemp, in his eighth and final year as governor, still enjoys significant popularity. In an Emerson poll conducted last weekend, only 24.5% of Georgians said they disapprove of his job performance, which in this divisive era is remarkable. You might think that kind of long-running success would make Kemp a model to be emulated […]
'One of Us' is a British political drama based on the Boris Johnson era
In today’s episode, Elizabeth Day describes the protagonist in her new novel One of Us as the “quintessential outsider.” Martin Gilmour came from a difficult background, but won a scholarship to an elite boarding school in England. There, he befriends an aristocratic boy named Ben who will later ask Martin to keep an important secret. One of Us follows the implosion of their friendship – and Martin’s discretion – as Ben strives for political power. In today’s episode, Day and NPR’s Scott Simon discuss the novel’s central rivalry and Day’s interest in the Boris Johnson era of British politics.To listen to Book of the Day sponsor-free and support NPR's book coverage, sign up for Book of the Day+ at plus.npr.org/bookoftheday
How well does the new MacBook Neo handle gaming? Andrew Tsai tested 10 games to find out
From AAA games to Windows to Switch emulated games, Andrew Tsai set out to find whether the MacBook Neo can actually run games well.
Depression may start with an energy problem in brain cells
Researchers have discovered a surprising change in how cells produce energy in people with depression. Brain and blood cells in young adults with major depressive disorder produced more energy molecules at rest but had trouble increasing energy production when needed. Scientists believe this imbalance may contribute to symptoms such as fatigue and low motivation. The finding could help pave the way for earlier diagnosis and more personalized treatments.
Watching Your Wallet: Navigating inflation as a small business
As inflation drives up the costs of goods and services, new research shows it's forcing small businesses to boost efficiency.
MacBook Air With OLED Display is Still Years Away
Apple is planning to launch a MacBook Air with an OLED display, but it won't come for several years after the MacBook Pro is updated with OLED screen technology. We're not going to see an OLED MacBook Air until at least 2028, according to Bloomberg. Large, high-quality OLED displays are expensive, and it will take some time for the technology to come down in price enough that it can be used in Apple's midrange devices.
‘Train Dreams’: Novella that inspired Oscar-nominated film is haunting
Written by the late Denis Johnson, who lived part of his life in the PNW, the book that inspired the Oscar-nominated film is a moving read.
All Booked | Dragons, Shadow Daddies, and the Politics of Escapism
Ella Heydenfeldt delves into the world of today’s hottest fantasy series — and why they’re more relevant than you may be inclined to believe.
Intel shores up its desktop CPU lineup with boosted Core Ultra 200S Plus chips
New CPUs are a bit faster and a bit cheaper than the ones they replace.
Microsoft says you should build next-gen Xbox games by building them for PC.
We’re in line for Microsoft’s keynote, but look what we spotted at its booth at GDC! “Cross-platform is the future of the Xbox ecosystem,” it writes. “Build for Xbox on PC.” Again, the future of Xbox is W. [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/03/20260311_085610.jpg?quality=90&strip=all] [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/03/slack-upload-1773247555310.jpeg?quality=90&strip=all] [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/03/slack-upload-1773247563110.jpeg?quality=90&strip=all]
Pokémon Pokopia is such a "viral hit" that it's making Nintendo's share price surge (after months of going down)
Pokémon Pokopia is huge and a viral hit already. Moreover, it's boosted Nintendo's share price and Switch 2 sales following a few slower months.
MacBook Pro to Receive 'Major Upgrade' by Early Next Year
Apple supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo today said the MacBook Pro will receive a "major upgrade" with an OLED display by early next year. In a blog post, Kuo said the new MacBook Pro will be released between late 2026 and early 2027. With an OLED display, the MacBook Pro would have better image quality compared to the current models with LCD displays and mini-LED backlighting.
Rabbit's Cyberdeck is a modern take on a netbook
Rabbit gave Engadget an exclusive first look at the upcoming PC.
Save up to $320 on M4, M5 MacBook Air laptops with March savings
Brand-new M5 and closeout M4 models are discounted today at Amazon and B&H, as the Apple retailers compete for your business with midweek deals.
Best Bookkeeping Software for Small Business (2026): Sage Awarded for Streamlined Recordkeeping by Better Business Advice
Better Business Advice has recognized Sage in its 2026 assessment of the best bookkeeping software for small business, highlighting the platform's structured approach to digital recordkeeping, automation, and financial visibility.
USA TODAY Sports Network 2026 All-ACC men's basketball awards, player of the year
Cameron Boozer and Duke basketball took home major honors in the USA TODAY Sports Network's All-ACC awards. Check out the full selections.
USA TODAY Sports Network 2026 All-ACC men's basketball awards, player of the year
Cameron Boozer and Duke basketball took home major honors in the USA TODAY Sports Network's All-ACC awards. Check out the full selections.
'It's nature calling to humans, and humans deciding whether or not to reply': Why we need to start paying attention to our mutually beneficial relationships with other species
Live Science spoke with Rob Dunn, an applied ecologist and author of the book "The Call of the Honeyguide," about "mutualism" — how different species team up for their mutual benefit — and how humans can feel more connected to nature.
After using MacBook Neo, it's clear Windows needs to rethink its PC strategy (and fast)
Apple's new $599 laptop will force Windows PCs and Chromebooks to respond in turn. That's a good thing.
Kuo shares MacBook Neo shipment and touchscreen updates, OLED MacBook Air timing
MacBook Neo launch day has arrived, and supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has some interesting insights around Apple’s first $599...
Protalix BioTherapeutics to Announce Fiscal Year 2025 Financial Results and Business Update on March 18, 2026
/PRNewswire/ -- Protalix BioTherapeutics, Inc. (NYSE American: PLX), a biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery, development, production and...
Sports gambling could be boosting binge drinking in young men
Men aged 35 or younger who already drink heavily may be even more likely to binge alcohol because of legal online sports betting, a new study has found
Japan Lobby to Steer Banks on Tackling Booming LBO Business
Japan’s main banking lobby plans to establish risk management guidelines for lenders offering leveraged loans to finance mergers and acquisitions deals as transactions soar in the country, according to people familiar with the matter.
How Steve Jobs' intense meetings shaped Apple's culture
David Pogue's new book on Apple reveals how Steve Jobs' meeting strategy and leadership style cultivated the tech giant's collaborative culture.
Primary Care Is in Trouble. So Doctors Band Together To Boost Their Market Power.
Thousands of primary care practices are fighting to remain financially viable and independent. Many are banding together to form Independent Physician Associations, or IPAs, to increase their market power.
Northwestern alumni turn passion into full-time antique jewelry business
When Kasia Bogdanowicz (Weinberg ’89) retired from her career as a corporate lawyer, she turned to her passion for antique jewelry by founding Blu Dog World, a business specializing in vintage fine jewelry. Now, her company, which sells jewelry at booths and online and competes in international antique and trunk shows, is opening an independent...
Is gambling hurting the integrity of sports? Here’s what Missouri and Kansas experts say
Since the U.S. Supreme Court legalized sports betting in 2018, nearly 40 states have legalized the practice, including Kansas and Missouri. As professional sports teams partner with sportsbooks and gambling scandals continue to affect leagues, how much is the integrity of sports at risk?
Georgia Independent Wrestling’s Empire of Entertainment
“I remember just standing there that night, and I could feel this connection between the fans and the performers in a way that I hadn’t really ever felt before, which makes sense now that I know more about wrestling, because fans really have agency over the action in the ring. The louder they cheer, the more the wrestler is going to labor to his feet. Wrestling doesn’t really work without an audience,” says Athens journalist Alison Lyn Miller, who published the nonfiction book Rough House: A Father, a Son, and the Pursuit of Pro Wrestling Glory earlier this year. Miller wasn’t a wrestling fan when she attended the now-defunct Southern Violence And Wrestling match back in 2019, but her passion […]
Photographer tests the MacBook Neo with pro workflows
Watch as Tyler Stalman realizes halfway through the video that the MacBook Neo can handle more demanding workflows than he initially thought.
New book finds light in ‘Darkness’ of eco-terror, ski-town politics and 90s newspaper intrigue
“We Bring you an Hour of Darkness” by Michael Bourne is a fun, fast-paced thriller for fans of the mystery genre, especially readers who enjoy ski-town tales of enviro-terror, corporate corruption, shady land deals and...
'Stealth hit' Pokemon game sends Nintendo shares soaring
Fan buzz around life-simulation game "Pokemon Pokopia" sent Nintendo shares soaring on Wednesday, with some hailing the new title as a welcome antidote to global conflicts.Nintendo shares were up nine percent in mid-morning trade on Wednesday, also likely boosted by the release of the final trailer for the star-studded upcoming "Super Mario" movie sequel.
M5 Max with inconsistent performance and throttling issues - Apple MacBook Pro 14 Review
Notebookcheck Review of the Apple MacBook Pro 14 M5 Max with 128 GB RAM, 8 TB SSD, Nano texture Mini-LED panel, Wi-Fi 7 and PCIe 5.0.
MacBook Neo, iPhone 17e, iPad Air with M4, MacBook Air with M5, MacBook Pro with M5 Pro and M5 Max, and a new Studio Display family are available today
Customers can now shop for MacBook Neo, iPhone 17e, MacBook Air with M5, MacBook Pro with M5 Pro and M5 Max, iPad Air with M4, and two new displays.
Smart Plants in a Changing World Science
The Salk Institute is teaming up with the Del Mar Foundation for a three-part webinar series to highlight Salk's foundational research in brain health, cancer, and agriculture. Join us on Wednesday, March 11, at 10 a.m. to learn directly from Salk scientist Lucia Strader about how plants sense and respond to their environments, and how understanding these natural survival strategies can help us develop crops that thrive in a changing world. The Del Mar Foundation is offering a 1:1 Challenge Match through June. Gifts made during the webinar series will be matched dollar-for-dollar, doubling your impact on critical research. Donors who give $1,000 or more to an area of greatest need will also join the Discovery Society, with special access to Salk news and events. Salk Institute on Facebook / Instagram
Apple reveals MacBook Neo battery cycle limit
Apple has updated its support documentation to confirm the maximum battery cycle count for the new MacBook Neo. Here are the details.
War with Iran fuels Russian oil boom — and trouble for Ukraine
War with Iran drives oil prices higher, boosting Russian energy revenues and shifting global attention from Ukraine as Moscow gains economic leverage.
Asus releases new 14-inch gaming laptop in the US with AMD Strix Halo
Asus has finally started selling its first AMD Strix Halo gaming laptop in the US. Equipped with a 165 Hz display, the new laptop also features a 73 Wh battery with 100 W charging via USB Type-C. Unfortunately, Asus has decided against offering a 64 GB RAM variant in the US, which would have allowed the TUF Gaming A14 FA401EA to assign up to 48 GB VRAM to its Radeon 8060S iGPU.
Nicole Kidman and Jamie Lee Curtis adapt ‘Scarpetta’ book series for TV
Nicole Kidman and Jamie Lee Curtis met at the Oscars in 2021.
Little Rock bookstore grows with events, partnerships, and e-commerce
WoodsWorth focused on growing its online shop, adding more in-store events, and building partnerships. The bookstore has grown 7% a year since 2022.
Apple's New MacBooks Have a Keyboard Change You Might Have Missed
The new MacBook Air and MacBook Pro models feature a keyboard change that was easy to miss during Apple's announcements last week. The new U.S. English keyboard layout On the U.S. English version of the new MacBook Air and MacBook Pro keyboards, the tab, caps lock, shift, return, and delete keycaps now have glyphs on them. On previous-generation models, these keys are labeled with text instead. This change was spotted by "Mr. Macintosh" last week, and it extends to the MacBook Neo.
What’s Your Chronotype? How Brain Science Can Boost Performance
A collaboration between Wharton and Slalom explores how aligning work with individuals’ biological rhythms can help teams perform their best.
Burnham Says His Bond Market Remarks Were ‘Twisted for Political Reasons’
Andy Burnham, the mayor of Greater Manchester and potential leadership challenger to Prime Minister Keir Starmer, said his comments last year that Britain was “in hock” to the bond markets had been “twisted for political reasons,” and blamed successive Westminster governments for failing to boost growth.
Bay City Fireworks Festival responds to concerns about band performance
The organizers of the Bay City Fireworks Festival are responding to concerns about one of the bands booked to play at this year’s festival.
Yoshi and the Mysterious Book is coming to the Switch 2 later this Spring, features bubble-blowing freaky fellas you can eat
Nintendo has released a gameplay trailer for Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, with the game launching on the 21st May.
Medtronic to acquire medtech company Scientia Vascular for $550M
Scientia Vascular, a Salt Lake City-based medtech company focused on developing new vascular devices, was founded in 2007 and has more than 300 employees.
Apple’s new MacBooks have keyboard change you might notice instantly
Apple’s newest MacBooks all change the keyboard to remove several former text labels in favor of glyphs. Here are the details.
Robots Provide Entertainment on This Cruise Ship
Roller coasters, bumper cars, musicals, or ziplines: Cruise ships offer plenty to entertain passengers. One cruise line is now testing the entertainment of the future–with robots on cruise ships. TRAV...
Apple’s 'game changer' MacBook Neo gets rave reviews on pricing and design
Apple's (AAPL) new $599 MacBook Neo, which will be available in stores from Wednesday, saw positive reviews on pricing, design, and performance.
I reviewed the MacBook Neo, ask me anything
I’ll be here to answer subscriber questions about Apple’s new $599 laptop today at 11AM PT / 2PM ET.
Yoshi and the Mysterious Book reveals Nintendo Switch 2 release date, new trailer
Yoshi and the Mysterious Book just received its release date. In celebration of MAR10 Day, Nintendo has announced that the game is coming to Switch 2 on May 21, 2026. A new trailer just debuted on the Nintendo Today app. It goes over the game in general, and also gives a tease of Bowser Jr. at the end. Here’s a...
A Seat at the Table: The Big Business—and Muddy History—of the Boutique Mah-Jongg Boom
A century-plus-old game has gotten a modern makeover and new burst of popularity, but is the future of American mah-jongg coming at the expense of its past?
Apple creates adorable little Finder guy to promote its adorable little Mac
Apple is pitching the MacBook Neo at people who’ve never owned a Mac before, and it’s reaching out to them...
Daily Multivitamins Slow Aging, Clinical Trial Finds
By Dennis Thompson HealthDay ReporterTUESDAY, March 10, 2026 (HealthDay News) — The health boost from daily multivitamins might actually extend to how quickly a person ages, a new study says. Researchers found slower “wear and tear” biological aging among seniors after two years on a multivitamin,
Kings Island to host online auction for pieces from beloved ride
Kings Island said it will host an online auction starting Monday, March 16 through Friday, March 27.
The New Brand Playbook for Unpredictable Times
Multi-brand upheaval and geopolitical uncertainty are impacting business in 2026. Here’s how independent labels are buckling down accordingly.
Pickleball boom continues in North Texas as Texas Open draws 20,000+ fans to McKinney
Hidden Path Entertainment Bolsters Their Defenses With Defense Grid 2: Aftermath DLC
'Aftermath' DLC helps boost our chances to defeating our enemies, boredom and ...more boredom.
MacBook Neo Availability Continues to Tighten Ahead of Launch
If you want a MacBook Neo for delivery on Wednesday, March 11 launch day, but have yet to place an order, you might be out of luck. MacBook Neo pre-orders began March 4, and the initial delivery date was March 11. But now, Apple's online store in the U.S. shows that MacBook Neo orders placed today are estimated to be delivered between March 17 and March 31. Here are the estimated delivery dates for each configuration as of 5:45 p.m.
Here’s how much a MacBook Neo repair will cost you
If you’re considering buying the new MacBook Neo, whether for yourself or a family member, it may be helpful to know how much repairs will cost.
MacBook Pro with M5 Pro and M5 Max reviews: Incredibly fast
Apple’s new MacBook Pros with M5 Pro and M5 Max chips arrive this Wednesday, and reviews for the latest models have just arrived.
Apple’s M5 Max has small improvements that add up
The new high-end M5 chip delivers improvements, none more noticeable than the huge SSD read/write speed boost.
Testing Apple's 2026 16-inch MacBook Pro, M5 Max, and its new "performance" cores
M5 Pro Max's "performance" CPU cores definitely aren't just rebranded E-cores.
'Apple: The First 50 Years' Book Available Tomorrow
Tech columnist David Pogue's new book Apple: The First 50 Years will be available in hardcover and digital formats starting this Tuesday, March 10. In time for Apple's 50th anniversary on April 1, the 608-page book explores the first five decades of the company's history. Pogue interviewed 150 key people who shaped Apple into what it is today, including the company's co-founder Steve Wozniak, former CEO John Sculley, former design chief Jony Ive, and others.
Apple iPhone Fold part of 'high-end' Ultra line, report says
The touchscreen MacBook and new AirPods with AI cameras could be on the way. Will you get sticker shock?