Summary Matt Smith reveals that he improvised a key moment inHouse of the Dragonseason 2. This is not the first time Smith has improvised in theGame of Thronesspinoff series, as he famously improvised the moment in season 1, episode 8, “Lord of the Tides,” in which thecrown falls off the ailing King Viserys Targaryen, and Daemon Targaryen (Smith) picks the crown up, helps him to the Iron Throne, and places the crown back on his brother’s head....

Migrate Your Home Assistant Server From microSD Card to SSD If you use the Raspberry Pi for a Home Assistant server installed on a microSD card, you may begin experiencing performance issues as you add more entities and install or run multiple add-ons, such as a Plex media server or Samba, or use it as an NVR (network video recorder). However, you can quickly migrate your existing Home Assistant server from the microSD card to a solid-state drive (SSD) and boot Home Assistant on your Raspberry Pi 3 or 4 from it....

Bound to the powerful Netherworld Lantern and granted the power to bridge worlds, players in this roguelike adventure venture into procedurally generated dungeon halls. They challenge former comrades to rid the land of demonic incursion, slaying, dying, and living again as they grow ever stronger with each attempt. Netherworld Covenantis perhaps the closest thing to a true soulslike roguelike game I’ve seen so far. While the progression system is strictly roguelike,Netherworld Covenantcaptures the feeling of aDark Soulsgame in both its grim worldbuilding and presentation, as well as its fast-paced, reflex-demanding combat mechanics....

Quick Links Most people don’t think twice about the type of audio file they use, but audio formats quietly shape how we experience sound. They play a bigger role in our daily lives than we realize, whether streaming music or saving recordings. Why Using the Right Audio File Type Matters Audio files play a massive role in our daily lives, whether streaming music, creating podcasts, or saving voice recordings. But how much do audio file types really matter?...

Our NYT Crossword Hints for July 08, 2025 puzzle will help you move through the grid if you’ve found yourself stuck on a clue. The NYT Crossword is a daily crossword that tests solvers’ knowledge and vocabulary. It’s one of the most popular crosswords in the world, known for its challenging clues and clever wordplay. The puzzle is published in the print edition of the paper and is also available online....

OnePlus 10 Pro owners can finally get their phones onto AT&T 5G TheOnePlus 10 Protook its time to launch in the US. The device was announced in January 2022 in China but made its way to the stateside four months later, in April. Despite the official launch, the phone was onlycertified to work on T-Mobile and Verizon’s 5G network. AT&T’s support was notably missing, but that’s changing nearly six months after the phone’s US launch....

Regulated vs. Unregulated Blockchains: What’s the Difference? No attribution -Unsplash The issue of regulation within the world of blockchain technology is unlikely to be resolved any time soon. Despite widespread cryptocurrency market downturns throughout 2022, $3 billion in crypto assets were stolen by hackers across the year, the highest total ever recorded for digital asset heists. This apparent lack of security has brought regulated and unregulated blockchains into the spotlight. So, what’s the difference?...

Summary The official cast of the first season ofRuPaul’s Drag Race Global All Starsis here, and it’s full of dynamic, legendary queens. The mainstay seriesRuPaul’s Drag Racedebuted in 2009, hosted by RuPaul Charles. Since its premiere, the franchise has grown larger. Theshow’s popularity led to several spin-offs, including the belovedRPDR All Stars,which features a slate of past franchise personalities competing for a second shot at the crown. Withnine seasons ofAll Starsunder the show’s belt, the franchise had to expand globally....

In Roblox Saber Battle Simulator, you’re on a quest to become a sword-wielding master! Swing your saber to build your power, then challenge and conquer powerful bosses to test your skills. Collect a variety of cool pets to fight alongside you and battle other players to climb the leaderboards. Can you hone your blade and become the ultimate saber hero? Codes forSaber Battle Simulatorcan net you free rewards, such as Power and Wins....

The newQi2 wireless charging standardhas been given the moniker MagSafe for Android, because the magnetic rings used are in the same array and general strength. It was announced at the beginning of 2023 and finalized that summer, and this new generation held the promise of bringing the wide, wonderfully flexible world of MagSafe accessories to non-Apple phones. As someone who’s beenrocking MagSafe cases on Android for a while, I was excited to finally use them without needing the middle man of a magnetic case — or enjoy Qi2’s magnetism even when wearing thin, non-magnetic cases....

Samsung may move away from more affordable phones due to inflation, analysts warn Samsung is expected to launch its latest set of flagship foldable smartphones this year, theGalaxy Z Fold4and theGalaxy Z Flip4. Theflagship phonesare expected to land on August 10, although there is no official confirmation yet. Industry insiders have now suggested that the company is planning toreduce sales for its Galaxy A and Galaxy S seriesto focus on its upcoming foldable phones instead (viaAndroid Headlines)....

Summary Depending on whenSouth Parkseason 27 arrives, the show may well end a 27-year streak with its next outing.South Parkis not the most consistent show on television. When the series began life in the late ‘90s,South Parkwas ribald, rude, and mostly interested in shocking audiences with gruesome violence, profuse obscenity, and gross-out jokes. As the series continued into its fourth season,South Parkbecame more focused on topical events and social commentary and, by its nineteenth season, the series was experimenting with serialized storytelling....

Summary As theSurreal Lifeseason 8 (Surreal Life: Villa Of Secrets)begins, Chet Hanks stands out as the most intriguing member of the star-studded cast. Chet was perceived as the bad boy of the group due to his tattoos and sharp, dry humor. However, Chet defied expectations by becoming the peacemaker. He defused an argument between castmates Macy Gray and Tyler Posey. Chet also exposed his vulnerability, opening up about his past and his upbringing....