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    Dont Click TwiceNew Chrome, Edge, Safari Hack Attack Warning
    Double-clickjack hack attacks strike.GettyUpdate, Jan. 5, 2025: This story, originally published Jan. 3, now includes an explanation of clickjacking as a threat surface along with additional information regarding the double-clickjacking hack itself and a warning from a security expert on how such attacks are evolving.Hundreds of millions of web users have been warned about a new and dangerous cyber attack that doesnt care what browser you useas long as you click twice. Heres everything you need to know about the double-clickjacking hack attack.Dont Click Twice Warning As New Hack Attack ConfirmedApplication security and client-side offensive exploit researcher Paulos Yibelo, with a long history of discovering vulnerabilities and novel security threats, has revealed what could be the new attack methodology with the biggest reach of them alleveryone using a web browser. In a blog post detailing what is referred to as double clickjacking, Yibelo describes in technical detail how hackers can compromise your credentials when you double-click in Chrome, Edge, Safari or just about any web browser client.This entirely new threat surface is exposed by the fact that hackers can trick the user of almost any website and almost any web browser into clicking something without even realizing they are doing it. Clickjacking became obsolete when browser developers built protections into their software to prevent just such an attack. Double clickjacking, however, gets around these protections by adding another layer of attack that relies upon mouse double-click timing to get the victim to validate a login or some other account authorization while thinking they are clicking something else, like a CAPTCHA, that is on the screen at the time. The TL;DR, in other words, is that a new window is opened, and the user is asked to double-click on a prompt while, in the blink of an eye, the hacker is switching context to a different window altogether.I have approached Apple, Google and Microsoft for a statement.What Is A Clickjack Hack Attack?A clickjacking hack attack, simply explained, is one that employs various methods to get users clicking on invisible or otherwise obfuscated, as in disguised as something else, web page elements. Such attacks were generally executed by using such an invisible HTML element, which could even be an entirely invisible web page itself, within something called an iframe. The whole point of an iframe is to display a web page within a web page, essentially. The point is that this element or page is displayed on top of another page, which the user sees, and so, while the user thinks they are clicking what they are looking at, they are actually clicking on an invisible element on top of it.Read More: Android Under AttackUsers Warned As FireScam Threat Evades DetectionA couple of different clickjacking variations seen over the years include, according to researchers at security firm Imperva, likejacking and cursorjacking. The first of these, likejacking, is when a like button is manipulated so as to trick a user into liking page without realizing they are doing so. The second, cursorjacking, is a user interface redressing method that changes the position of the cursor from where the victim thinks it is to somewhere else entirely. The dangers of this do not really need explaining. However, this is no longer an issue, as the various vulnerabilities that allowed it have long since been addressed. Indeed, as already mentioned, clickjacking itself has become all but obsolete thanks to protections applied by all the major browser client developers. There is, though, a test you can run to see if your site is vulnerable. This uses code that comes as part of the OWASP clickjacking defense sheet and looks like this:ImpervaWhy The Double Clickjack Hack Is So DangerousWhile it might sound like a small change, Yibelo said, double clickjacking opens the door to new UI manipulation attacks that bypass all known clickjacking protections, and seemingly affects almost every website, leading to account takeovers on many major platforms. Yibelo highlighted the following reasons why the hack attack is so dangerous:It can bypass existing clickjacking protections.It can impact more than just websites alone, with crypto wallets and smartphone attacks possible.Its an entirely new attack surface for hackers to exploit.All websites are, by default, vulnerable to this hack attack.It only requires the target to double-click, nothing else.Exploiting The Double Clickjacking Hack TechniqueIn the blog posting detailing the double clickjacking hack methodology, Yibelo provides two examples of how the technique can be exploited by attackers. The first is by way of OAuth and API permissions. Open authorization enables an application, or a website, to access resources hosted on a different site and related to a different user. OAuth is the industry standard secure way of doing this. Until it isnt. Attackers could trick targets into authorizing a malicious application with extensive privileges, Yibelo warned, this technique has unfortunately led to account takeovers in almost every site that supports OAuth - which is pretty much all major websites with an application programming interface support. Secondly, Yibelo said, there are the one-click account change attacks that are similar to clickjacking in that double clickjacking can be used to make the user click on account-setting changes, such as disabling security settings, deleting an account, authorizing access or money transfers, or confirming transactions, etc.DoubleClickjacking is a sleight of hand around on a well-known attack class, Yibelo said, by exploiting the event timing between clicks, attackers can seamlessly swap out benign UI elements for sensitive ones in the blink of an eye. This means that developers and security teams need to tighten their control over embedded or opener-based windows and be more vigilant about such things as multi-click patterns.Evolution Of Hack Attacks Create Additional Challenges For DefendersTotally unsurprisingly, reports of this double-clickjacking hack attack exploit have created great concern among users and cybersecurity professionals alike. The marginal decreases in ransomware and malware over the past year, Spencer Starkey, an executive vice president at content control and network security vendor SonicWall, said, should not fool people, hackers have just changed their tactics. There is no doubt that cyber attacks are constantly evolving, the proof is there in front of you in both articles that I write here at Forbes.com and the exploits that so many fall victim to. Due to the speed at which new attacks are being created, they are more adaptive and difficult to detect, Starkey said, which poses an additional challenge for cybersecurity professionals. From the high-level business perspective, this means looking to monitor their networks for suspicious activity constantly. The sooner teams can flag a potential issue, Starkey concluded, the lower the risk of an attack.When it comes to attack mitigation, Yibelo said, Ive reported this issue to some sites, the results have been mixed. Most have chosen to address it while some have chosen not to. As for end users, the advice for now has to be dont click twice if you want to be sure not to fall victim to this new hack attack until in-browser mitigations are available.
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    Android Under AttackUsers Warned As FireScam Threat Evades Detection
    Beware the FireScam Android threat.SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty ImagesA new information-stealing Android malware threat has been revealed by security researchers who have warned that it exfiltrates sensitive data, including your notifications, and employs clever obfuscation techniques to evade detection. Heres what you need to know about FireScam.What Android Users Need To Know About The FireScam ThreatA technical report disclosing the FireScam Android malware threat has been published by researchers from threat intelligence specialists Cyfirma, and it looks particularly dangerous for a number of reasons. The report explores the mechanics of FireScam, which is described as being a sophisticated Android malware masquerading as a Telegram Premium app. The malware app has been noted as being distributed by way of a GitHub.io-hosted phishing site pertaining to be the genuine RuStore App Store, popular within the Russian Federation, which it most certainly isnt. Which doesnt mean that the attackers wont move to other distribution channels and regions, so please do pay attention wherever you are based as Russian cyberattacks have a habit of spreading beyond the border. By exploiting the popularity of messaging apps and other widely used applications, the researchers said, FireScam poses a significant threat to individuals and organizations worldwide.Key Findings Of The FireScam Android Malware ReportLike so much malware today, FireScam employs a multi-stage technique starting with a dropper mechanism and ending up with data exfiltration and on-device surveillance. By capitalizing on the widespread usage of popular apps and legitimate services like Firebase, the threat intelligence report said, FireScam exemplifies the advanced tactics used by modern malware to evade detection, execute data theft, and maintain persistent control over compromised devices.Please do go and read the report itself for the complete technical analysis, but here are the key findings of interest to Android users:The fake phishing app store website delivers a dropper to install the FireScam malware disguised as a Telegram Premium application.The malware exfiltrates sensitive data, including notifications, messages, and other app data, to a Firebase real-time database endpoint.FireScam then monitors device activities, including screen state changes, e-commerce transactions, clipboard activity, and user engagement.Notifications are also captured across various apps, including system apps.I have reached out to Google for a statement.MORE FOR YOUSecurity Experts Warn Of FireScam Dangers To Android UsersThe FireScam malware campaign reveals a worrying development in the mobile threat landscape, according to Eric Schwake, director of cybersecurity strategy at Salt Security, who warned that malware targeting Android devices is becoming increasingly sophisticated. Although using phishing websites for malware distribution is not a new tactic, Schwake said, FireScam's specific methodssuch as masquerading as the Telegram Premium app and utilizing the RuStore app storeillustrate attackers' evolving techniques to mislead and compromise unsuspecting users.As threats like FireScam continue to evolve, it is crucial for organizations to implement robust cybersecurity measures and proactive defense strategies, Cyfirma said. It recommends users exercise caution when opening files from untrusted sources or clicking on unfamiliar links, use reputable antivirus software, keep all software up to date and stay vigilant against social engineering attacks.I would add that all Android users should read this discussion regarding the best phishing mitigationsyou can thank me later.
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    The iQoo 13 is a perfect teaser of what 2025 smartphones will be like
    Table of ContentsTable of ContentsPerformance without a taxWho needs a power bank?A sum total of terrific partsDear brands, please pay attention to this!The curtain was about to fall for 2024, but before the year wrapped up for good, we got a glimpse of what is to come in 2025 for smartphone enthusiasts. So far, things look good. Batteries are getting bigger, the performance bar keeps rising, and cameras are leaning more into pro-grade and artistic wizardry.Yet, the rising costs are also a lingering concern. Of course, barely any innovation comes sans a handsome price. However, some outliers are still carrying the mantle once championed by the likes of OnePlus.The Red Magic 10 Pro surprised me with an all-out power-packed approach to sway mobile gaming fans. Yet, it was not without its own set of compromises. Enter the iQoo 13 from the house of Chinas Vivo.RelatedRocking the same $650 sticker price as its predecessor, the latest iQoo phone boasts everything that will shine atop this years flagship phones. Its so good that the current-gen iPhones and Samsung Galaxy phones look like a bad deal.Nadeem Sarwar / Digital TrendsSoon after Qualcomm revealed the Snapdragon 8 Elite, we started hearing rumors of its successor and a slightly watered-down trim to offer a more affordable option to smartphone makers. The latter isnt an alien strategy for the chipmaker.The latest outing from Qualcomm was the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, which went for a less powerful core cluster, a slower cellular modem, and a few cuts in the camera capabilities.Geekbench 6 single-core and multi-core comparative test results. Nadeem Sarwar / Digital TrendsIt has allowed the likes of Motorola to make less expensive foldable phones, while Chinese smartphone labels have been able to deliver fantastic midrange phones. Some brands, however, duck that cost dilemma and go all-in.iQoo is one of the wallet breavehearts.The iQoo 13 is one of the first phones with the Snapdragon 8 Elite to hit the shelves. Its not a gaming phone, mind you. As such, my expectations were pretty modest, especially with thermal management and performance throttling.Comparative results on 3DMark stress tests. Nadeem Sarwar / Digital TrendsSurprisingly, this phone surpassed my expectations. Even under sustained load, the massive 7,000 square-millimeter vapor chamber did an admirable job of keeping the phone cool and running in the top brackets of its peak performance.Look at the throttling graph below after running the device at 40 threads. The phone only dropped to 85% of its peak processing power, but its the stability metrics that impress the most.Nadeem Sarwar / Digital TrendsFor comparison, the Samsung Galaxy S24 (which starts at $800) dipped as low as 60% of its peak performance, with a continued downhill trend. Also of note is that at no point did the iQoo 13 run hot enough that I would want to keep it aside.Seeing temperatures under the 50-degree Centigrade mark after running a 3DMark stress test is a rarity, but the iQoo 13 also managed to pull that off. As far as gaming goes, there are a handful of surprises in there, too.While I mostly killed time in Diablo Immortal and Devil May Cry at the best graphics settings they can offer, I also dipped into other titles. In Genshin Impact, Call of Duty: Mobile, Call of Duty: Warzone, and BattelGrounds Mobile India, I could easily play the games at peak graphics settings and revel in the glory of a smooth 60 frames per second (fps) experience.Nadeem Sarwar / Digital TrendsThis is also where Vivos custom Q2 chip comes into the mix. It performs an interpolation and upscaling trick to boost the resolution and frame rate of certain optimized games to 2K and 144 fps figures.There are only a few titles that can take advantage of the extra oomph at the moment, but when the Super Resolution and Frame Interpolation tools are enabled from the game center panel, you can clearly feel the added dash of fluidity and fidelity in the games. Even the likes of Apple or Samsung havent gone that far.Nadeem Sarwar / Digital TrendsOne of the best trends I saw in 2024 was the innovation in battery engineering. The development of semi-solid state batteries and those with silicon carbide anode has yielded benefits such as improved longevity, better heat management, enhanced safety, and most importantly, higher energy density.The net benefit for an average smartphone shopper is larger batteries in a smaller package, with faster charging being the optional perk. The iQoo 13 eagerly laps up all those benefits and serves them atop a platters worth 6,000 mAh capacity.For reference, the Galaxy S24 offers only a 4,000mAh battery and much slower charging. On the iQoo phone, you get support for blazing-fast 120-watt fast charging.A 120W charger comes bundled in the box.To give you an idea of just how fast this charger is, even against a massive 6,000mAh battery, it filled up an empty tank in just 36 minutes. That figure is still slow as trickle charging ensues in the latter phase.Nadeem Sarwar / Digital TrendsWhen you start, the rate is quicker. This battery can reach the halfway mark with just about 15 minutes of plugged-in time. Thats insanely fast and a lovely reassurance that even if youre in a rush, this phone can offer enough electrochemical mojo within a few minutes to last at least half a day.Of course, the per-change endurance is fittingly fantastic. I fall in the heavy user class. I juggle between Teams and Slack, almost all-day music listening over wired headphones, frequent texting, intermittent Instagram Reels bingeing, an hour or two of gaming, and loads of Gemini AI usage.Nadeem Sarwar / Digital TrendsThat should give you an idea about my questionably over-engaged phone habits. Thankfully, I havent had a single day where I felt the need to charge the iQoo midway.The only reason I ever carried a power bank was for the iPhone 16 Pro in my other pocket. I am desperately hoping the next wave of top-tier phones we get in 2025 at least make a respectable jump in battery capacity and top-up pace.Nadeem Sarwar / Digital TrendsAs I mentioned above, the iQoo 13 is quite a surprise firecracker of a phone. The looks arent exactly a head-turner, though the halo light around the camera module does deliver a functional side as a notifications blinker.What matters more here is the phones certified resilience. It comes with an IP68/IP69 dust and water resistance rating. Thats the best you can get in the smartphone industry right now.I spend an unhealthy amount of time digging into user reports on Reddit and official product forums. They are littered with tales of users running from pillar to post to get water damage and dust ingress fixed. Im looking at you, Nothing!Spillproof is not enough. Every time you see a brand making tall claims about liquid exposure resilience, reduce your real-life expectations by a whole notch.With IP68/IP69 ingress protection on the iQoo 13, you have the peace of mind that the phone can survive an accidental drop in the pool or a tumbled glass on your work table.Nadeem Sarwar / Digital TrendsI would take this structural tenacity over an extra camera or any other fancy trick that smartphone brands often spend waxing poetic about. Talking about cameras, though, iQoo isnt dealing with weak cards in the imaging department.You get three 50-megapixel cameras at the back, and they click nice shots with steady hands. Notably, the iQoo 13 has inherited the imaging engine and algorithm from Vivos impressive phone cameras, and it shows.The weaknesses are situational overprocessing, aggressive denoising in lowlight frames, and a modest zoom output. The latter isnt exactly garbage, as you can see from this 4x (digital zoom) shot of an eternally restless cat.Nadeem Sarwar / Digital TrendsAnd heres a macro shot, which is rich in surface details, but the exposure is slightly off the mark. On the positive side, it did better than the iPhone 16 Pro, which delivered a macro shot in which the white balance was noticeably haywire.Nadeem Sarwar / Digital TrendsThe iQoo 13 is yet another signal that phones with a sticker price of around $700 (hey, Apple) can and must offer a high-refresh-rate panel. If its an OLED screen, even better.What you get here is a 6.82-inch OLED panel with QHD resolution and a 144Hz refresh rate. The brightness figures are respectable, while the UI interactions feel silky smooth. It isnt going to set any vibrance records, but you can safely scroll webpages and social videos in daylight.Prakhar Khanna / Digital TrendsThe iQoo 13 is not without its weaknesses. But if you view them from a $650 spending lens, almost all of them appear reasonably redundant. The lack of wireless charging, limited optical zoom range, and UI bloatware issues are there, but they are not nuclear red flags.Four years of assured OS upgrades and an extra year for security maintenance arent the best available, but its not alarming either, especially when compared to the top-tier phones that big dogs like Apple and Samsung have to offer.But more than just being a fantastic phone, the iQoo 13 is a template of what is to come in 2025. Its just a surprise that a brand with barely any notable presence in the West has managed to outpace the upcoming shift.Lets just hope the top labels get the hint!Editors Recommendations
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    NFL Week 18 games today: schedule, channels, live streams for January 5
    Table of ContentsTable of ContentsCarolina Panthers at Atlanta Falcons start time, channel, and live streamWashington Commanders at Dallas Cowboys start time, channel, and live streamChicago Bears at Green Bay Packers start time, channel, and live streamJacksonville Jaguars at Indianapolis Colts start time, channel, and live streamBuffalo Bills at New England Patriots start time, channel, and live streamNew York Giants at Philadelphia Eagles start time, channel, and live streamNew Orleans Saints at Tampa Bay Buccaneers start time, channel, and live streamHouston Texans at Tennessee Titans start time, channel, and live streamSan Francisco 49ers at Arizona Cardinals start time, channel, and live streamKansas City Chiefs at Denver Broncos start time, channel, and live streamSeattle Seahawks at Los Angeles Rams start time, channel, and live streamLos Angeles Chargers at Las Vegas Raiders start time, channel, and live streamMiami Dolphins at New York Jets start time, channel, and live streamMinnesota Vikings at Detroit Lions start time, channel, and live streamAfter 17 weeks, the NFL regular season comes down to one final day. Its Week 18 of the NFL season, and most of the playoff teams have been finalized. There is one playoff spot up for grabs in both the AFC and the NFC. One wild card spot is available, while the NFC South division will be determined.14 NFL games will be played inWeek 18on January 5. The No. 1 seed in the NFC will be decided on Sunday night when the Vikings play the Lions. Today would be an ideal time to haveNFL Sunday Ticket on YouTube TV. Below, check out the NFL Week 18 schedule, with times, channels, and streaming information.Recommended VideosCarolina Panthers at Atlanta Falcons start time, channel, and live streamAll black for Week 18 pic.twitter.com/RFYs2ZIyxK Atlanta Falcons (@AtlantaFalcons) January 2, 2025Start Time: 1 p.m. ETChannel: CBSStream: NFL+, Paramount+, YouTube TV, Hulu with Live TV, Heading into Week 18, the Carolina Panthers (4-12) hold the No. 6 pick in the NFL Draft. Carolina would be better off losing this game to improve their draft position.RelatedBy losing in Week 17, the Atlanta Falcons (8-8) no longer control their own destiny. Atlanta can only qualify for the postseason with a win over Carolina and a loss by Tampa Bay.Washington Commanders at Dallas Cowboys start time, channel, and live streamAn NFL-record five games with a TD pass in the final 30 seconds@JayD__5 is always coming up clutch pic.twitter.com/Dhg1KU2T4h Washington Commanders (@Commanders) January 3, 2025Start Time: 1 p.m. ETChannel: FoxStream: NFL+, YouTube TV, Hulu with Live TV, , With a win over the Falcons in Week 17, the Washington Commanders (11-5) now have an opportunity to secure the No. 6 seed with a win over the Cowboys. If Washington loses and Green Bay wins, then the Commanders are the No. 7 seed.Will this be the final game for Mike McCarthy? The Dallas Cowboys (7-9) head coach will become a free agent this offseason. Will Jerry Jones re-sign McCarthy, or will he want to find a new head coach?Chicago Bears at Green Bay Packers start time, channel, and live streamCounting down 'til Sunday pic.twitter.com/HGDqXdqeWx Green Bay Packers (@packers) January 3, 2025Start Time: 1 p.m. ETChannel: FoxStream: NFL+, YouTube TV, Hulu with Live TV, , Its been a season to forget for the Chicago Bears (4-12). The Bears started with high expectations because of Caleb Williams and a good defense. However, Williams has been disappointing, and the team needs a new head coach.The Green Bay Packers (11-5) lost a hard-fought game to the Vikings in Week 17. Despite the loss, the Packers will either be the No. 6 or No. 7 seed depending on the days results.One more at home. pic.twitter.com/h7uycfhBY1 Indianapolis Colts (@Colts) January 2, 2025Start Time: 1 p.m. ETChannel: FoxStream: NFL+, YouTube TV, Hulu with Live TV, , After their win over the Titans, the Jacksonville Jaguars (4-12) moved to the No. 5 spot in the 2024 NFL Draft. With Trevor Lawrence on the roster, the Jaguars could take the best available player or trade back for a team that needs a quarterback.The Indianapolis Colts (7-9) needed to win in Week 17 to stay alive for the postseason. However, the Colts were a complete no-show last week.Start Time: 1 p.m. ETChannel: CBSStream: NFL+, Paramount+, YouTube TV, Hulu with Live TV, The Buffalo Bills (13-3) are locked into the AFCs No. 2 seed. Most of the Bills starters will not play on Sunday. However, Josh Allen will start the game and at least take one snap to keep his consecutive starts streak alive.This is arguably the most important game in the New England Patriots (3-13) history since Super Bowl LIII. If the Patriots lose on Sunday, they will secure the No. 1 pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.Joe Glorioso / All-Pro ReelsStart Time: 1 p.m. ETChannel: CBSStream: NFL+, Paramount+, YouTube TV, Hulu with Live TV, The New York Giants (3-13) held the No. 1 pick in the upcoming draft heading into Week 17. Then, the Giants played their best game of the season, beat the Colts, and moved back to No. 4. A win on Sunday would be the Giants worst-case scenario.The Philadelphia Eagles (12-3) will be the No. 2 seed in the NFC. Despite being 101 yards away from breaking Eric Dickersons single-season rushing record, Saquon Barkley will rest and not play in Week 18.One last time taking in the sights and sounds from Week 17 before moving on to the Saints #WeAreTheKrewe pic.twitter.com/dNYj7TcMZY Tampa Bay Buccaneers (@Buccaneers) January 3, 2025Start Time: 1 p.m. ETChannel: FoxStream: NFL+, YouTube TV, Hulu with Live TV, , The New Orleans Saints (5-11) did not qualify for playoffs in the NFC. All New Orleans can do is play spoiler and prevent the Bucs from making the postseason.With the Commanders win over the Falcons, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (9-7) now control the NFC South. If the Bucs beat the Saints, Tampa advances to the playoffs.2025 vibez pic.twitter.com/TD38hAzVIc Houston Texans (@HoustonTexans) January 2, 2025Start Time: 1 p.m. ETChannel: CBSStream: NFL+, Paramount+, YouTube TV, Hulu with Live TV, The Houston Texans (9-7) will be the No. 4 seed in the AFC playoffs. Therefore, Houston may rest some of their starters in Week 18. However, that will be a game-time decision from head coach DeMeco Ryans.Like many teams on Sunday, the Tennessee Titans (3-13) are better off losing this game. The Titans have the No. 2 spot in the NFL Draft. Lose, and the Titans will have a chance to select one of the top quarterbacks in this years class.Hobbytoy / FlickrStart Time: 4:25p.m. ETChannel: FoxStream: NFL+, YouTube TV, Hulu with Live TV, , The San Francisco 49ers (6-10) desperately want this season to end. After making the Super Bowl a season ago, San Francisco will not have a chance to defend its NFC crown.The Arizona Cardinals (7-9) cannot make the NFC postseason. The Cardinals will likely be selecting between No. 12-18 in the 2025 NFL Draft.Start Time: 4:25 p.m. ETChannel: CBSStream: NFL+, Paramount+, YouTube TV, Hulu with Live TV, The road to the Super Bowl in the AFC runs through Arrowhead. The Kansas City Chiefs (15-1) are the best team in the NFL and have secured the No. 1 seed in the AFC. The Chiefs have earned a first-round bye.Its do-or-die for the Denver Broncos (9-7). If the Broncos defeat the Chiefs, Denver will advance to the postseason. If the Broncos lose, Denver will only get in if the Dolphins and Bengals lose.Not done yet. pic.twitter.com/4xyg0hlsO8 Los Angeles Rams (@RamsNFL) December 30, 2024Start Time: 4:25p.m. ETChannel: FoxStream: NFL+, YouTube TV, Hulu with Live TV, , Despite winning in Week 17, the Seattle Seahawks (9-7) will not be headed to the postseason. The Seahawks have an interesting decision to make this offseason regarding quarterback Geno Smith.The Los Angeles Rams (10-6) started the season 1-4. However, the Rams won nine of their last 11 games to win the NFC West and will host a home game during the Wild Card Round.new yr same vibes pic.twitter.com/inDm6QAChU Los Angeles Chargers (@chargers) January 2, 2025Start Time: 4:25 p.m. ETChannel: CBSStream: NFL+, Paramount+, YouTube TV, Hulu with Live TV, After missing the postseason in 2023, the Los Angeles Chargers (10-6) are heading back to the postseason in 2024. The Chargers will be a wild-card team and hit the road in the opening round.The Las Vegas Raiders (4-12) have many difficult decisions this offseason. First, the Raiders must decide if they will keep head coach Antonio Pierce. Then, Las Vegas must find its quarterback of the future.Start Time: 4:25p.m. ETChannel: FoxStream: NFL+, YouTube TV, Hulu with Live TV, , The Miami Dolphins (8-8) still have a chance to qualify for the AFC playoffs. The Dolphins will secure a wild-card berth with a win over the Jets and a Chiefs win over the Broncos.The New York Jets (4-12) must be looking forward to the offseason after a disastrous season. With a new head coach and potential quarterback change, the Jets will look different in 2025.Start Time: 8:20 p.m. ETChannel: NBCStream: NFL+, , YouTube TV, Hulu with Live TV, , The best game of the day will be on Sunday Night Football, featuring a matchup between the Minnesota Vikings (14-2) and the Detroit Lions (14-2). The winner of the game secures the NFC North, the No. 1 seed, and a first-round bye. The loser drops to the No. 5 seed.Editors Recommendations
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    Taylor Swift's Golden Globes outfits, ranked from least to most daring
    Taylor Swift played it safe at a 2015 Golden Globes after-party.Jaime King, Lorde, and Taylor Swift attend a 2015 Golden Globes after-party. Jason Merritt/Getty Images She wore a yellow Jenny Packham gown with a strapless sweetheart neckline and a floor-length pleated skirt.Though the dress was vibrant, its silhouette was extremely simple. Swift paired it with an updo hairstyle and her signature red lipstick. Her red-and-black gown at the 2014 Golden Globes was a little more fun.Taylor Swift attends the 2014 Golden Globe Awards. Christopher Polk/Getty Images Carolina Herrera designed this strapless look, which had a black bodice and a dramatic, high-waisted red skirt.Though the dress wasn't daring, it did evoke an old-school Hollywood glamour vibe especially when paired with Swift's red lipstick and curly updo. Swift experimented with bold patterns at the 2020 awards show.Taylor Swift attends the 2020 Golden Globe Awards. Steve Granitz/Getty Images Her sleeveless, teal gown was custom-made by Etro. It had a low back, a triangle cutout above its skirt, and an all-over yellow flower print.The outfit was fresh and bright, and Swift perfected the look with Lorraine Schwartz jewelry and a wispy bun. The musician's first Golden Globes gown was one of her more daring looks.Taylor Swift attends the 2013 Golden Globe Awards. Christopher Polk/Getty Images Swift's plum-colored Donna Karan dress looked elegant from the front, with a square neckline, form-fitting bodice, and mermaid skirt that fanned out around her knees.But when she turned around, you could see that the dress also had a plunging back and nude-illusion side panels. Years before entering her "Reputation" era, Swift stunned in a netted black minidress.Taylor Swift attends a 2014 Golden Globes after-party. Gregg DeGuire/Getty Images She wore the Julien Macdonald design to attend a 2014 Golden Globes after-party.It was sheer with long sleeves, an above-the-knee skirt, and a knit design that showed some skin. Swift wore it with strappy sandals, silver earrings, and red lipstick. The musician made a bold, sparkling statement at the 2024 event.Taylor Swift attends the 2024 Golden Globe Awards. Amy Sussman/Monica Schipper/Getty Images Dressed by Gucci, Swift stepped onto the carpet wearing a metallic green gown with daring details.It had a form-fitting top with cutouts at each side of the chest, a floor-length skirt, and a deep back held together with thin straps.The outfit was eye-catching and accessorized to perfection. Swift wore it with green Louboutin heels and over $108,000In addition to being one of her most daring Golden Globes looks, the ensemble was one of the most expensive Swift wore in 2024. Swift wore her most daring Golden Globes look to an after-party in 2019.Taylor Swift attends a 2019 Golden Globes after-party. Gregg DeGuire/Getty Images Versace custom-made Swift's sparkling black gown. It had off-the-shoulder straps, a structured bodice with a deep plunge, and a floor-length skirt with a thigh-high slit.The outfit was bold in shape and fabric, as its mesh-like material was semi-sheer. Swift completed the look with black sandals and diamond earrings.
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    My teenagers still love to travel with me on family vacations. I hope they want to in the future.
    My twins are teenagers, and they still love going on family vacations.We recently went to Saint Martin, and they loved every moment of it.I hope they continue to love our family trips as they grow up.When I was pregnant with twins, people would say, "You're not going to be able to travel anymore." But I proved them all wrong.My twins are now 19 years old, and we have been going on yearly family vacations since they were born. When my younger daughter came along 16 years ago, we kept traveling.Most people assume that once your kids turn 18, they won't want to travel with you anymore, but that hasn't been the case with my children. I hope it stays that way.Our most recent summer adventure was to Saint MartinThis summer, we visited the Caribbean Island of Sint Maarten/Saint Martin. The reason there are two similar names listed with different spellings is that it's actually one island with two countries that have open borders. The Dutch side is called Sint Maarten, while the French side is Saint Martin.One of my kid's favorite aspects of our family vacation was that they had their own room. Every night, they bonded by watching YouTube videos everything from cats being groomed to gamers playing Observation Duty.While I didn't relate to their late-night entertainment choices, I loved hearing them recap the videos over breakfast each morning, laughing about the details. Even now, six months later, they still talk about how much fun they had watching YouTube videos together.One of our favorite activities during the trip was a nighttime swim in the hotel pool something we've done on other vacations, too. The pool, usually crowded during the day, was completely ours at night. Swimming after sunset meant that we didn't need to worry about sunscreen or sunburns. My daughter used to be on the swim team, but we all love our time in the pool. It's definitely a memorable bonding experience and a cherished family tradition.I try to include my teens in the planning processDuring our trips, I'm usually the one who plans and researches everything. But I always provide options or ask for feedback from my teens and husband.One experience in St. Maarten (the Dutch side) that kept popping up in my internet searches was a zipline course. I was hesitant to mention it due to safety concerns and the steep price, but when I did, my adventurous teens immediately wanted to go. They justified the cost by suggesting it could be an early Christmas present. Since it was hard to know what to buy them, and it did seem like a unique experience, I gave in and let them go.It turned out to be a highlight of the trip. My kids said it was one of the best experiences on any of our vacations.I hope that by including them in the planning of our family vacations, they will stay interested in traveling with me.We are already planning our next tripMy three teens loved Sint Maarten/Saint Martin and said it was the best family vacation and their favorite travel destination. Whether it's swimming under the stars, laughing over YouTube videos, or braving a zipline, it's the shared moments that matter most.My daughter plans to study abroad in Italy next year. We've already begun researching where we can stay when we visit her. I hope that even when they graduate from college, they will still want to travel with us.Who knows? Maybe one day, they'll invite me along when they have their own families. Of course, I'll join as long as they agree that I can have my own hotel room so I can watch weird YouTube videos, too. A mom can dream.
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    Italy's right-wing Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni makes surprise visit to Trump at Mar-a-Lago
    Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni made a surprise visit to Mar-a-Lago on Saturday.Meloni received a rapturous welcome to Trump's Florida resort, per videos circulating on social media.The pair reportedly discussed tariffs and the arrest of an Italian journalist in Iran.Italy's right-wing Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni made a surprise visit to President-elect Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort on Saturday, just days before she's scheduled to meet with President Joe Biden.Photos shared by the Italian government show Trump greeting Meloni and the pair posing at the entrance to the president-elect's Florida base.While no official details of the meeting have been shared, Meloni and Trump are said to have discussed tariffs and the arrest in Iran of Cecilia Sala, an Italian journalist, Bloomberg reported, citing an unnamed person familiar with the matter.The visit is also reported to have included a dinner and a screening of a new film called "The Eastman Dilemma: Lawfare or Justice.""This is very exciting, I'm here with a fantastic woman, the prime minister of Italy," Trump reportedly told the crowd at Mar-a-Lago. "She's really taken Europe by storm, and everyone else, and we're just having dinner tonight."It comes as Meloni who received a rapturous welcome to the Palm Beach estate, according to videos circulating on social media is set to welcome Biden to Rome for an official visit from January 9 to 12.Meloni has been calling on EU members to carve out a positive relationship with Trump ahead of his return to office.In a speech to the Italian parliament in December, Meloni said it was "essential to maintain a pragmatic, constructive and open approach with the new Trump administration, exploiting areas of potential and fruitful EU-U.S. cooperation and trying to prevent commercial disputes that would certainly not be good for anyone," per Politico.She has also forged a growing bond with Elon Musk, who is set to co-lead the Department of Government Efficiency under Trump's incoming administration.Following Trump's election win in November, Meloni took to X to announce that her "friend" Musk had been in touch."I am convinced that his commitment and vision will be an important resource for the United States and Italy, in a spirit of collaboration aimed at addressing future challenges," she wrote.In June 2023, Meloni hosted Musk at the Italian prime minister's official residence, the Palazzo Chigi.Meloni and the Tesla CEO reportedly discussed AI, birth rates, innovation, and European market rules.The prime minister called the meeting "fruitful" and a "moment of great cordiality" in a post on X.In December 2023, Musk was also the guest of honor at Meloni's "Atreju" political festival in Rome.The topic of birth rates was on the agenda again, as Musk urged Italians and other developed nations to have more children.For his part, Musk has called Meloni a "precious genius" who was "even more beautiful on the inside than she is on the outside."Since his election, Trump has also welcomed Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbn, Argentinian President Javier Milei, and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to Mar-a-Lago.Business Insider has contacted Meloni's office for comment.
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    The Onyx Boox Go 6 Did Not Free Me From the Kindle Stores Grip
    I really, really, wanted to like the Boox Go 6 e-reader. Most reviewers were enthusiastic about the Boox Palma, the e-ink replacement for smartphone doomscrolling, for its easy-to-read display and handiness. I thought that this small tablet-like reading device would have the same effect. Sadly, the Boox Go 6 e-ink reader failed to convert me to a full-time user. The Boox Go 6s e-ink screen isnt a problem for meI like the 6-inch display, which features an adjustable backlight and brightness. Text and details on the screen appear sharp and crisp even with the backlight turned off. But the displays slow refresh rate powered by a middling processor made my reading experience slower than a traditional, tangible book. It made me wait, and I hate waiting. No matter what I wanted to read, I had to wait for the screen to catch up to my fingerpress before the e-reader would load the desired content. It did this for ebooks I stored locally, books Id borrowed from Libby, and a few other apps I tried out over the excitement of having nearly unfettered access to the Google Play Store. One of the selling points of the Go 6 is that it runs Android, making it easier to load third-party apps and stores. But interacting with the Boox Go 6 can be so frustrating; it almost doesnt make the open nature of its software alluring, after all. Open Reading The 2021-era Kindle Paperwhite, the other e-reader in my stead, also has a comfortable display and slim profile. I hoped to swap it out for the Onyx Boox Go 6, which doesnt limit me to the Kindle library and its partners. I had long ago figured out how to upload DRM-free comics and graphic novels to a Kindle through Calibre, a Windows app, but Im still missing a couple of third-party libraries Id like to have on hand, like Google Play Books, which Ive been using for a long time on Android, and this one app I started using to grab Romanian ebooks. The Play Store also lets me read my newspapers through their mobile apps: the San Francisco Chronicle and the New York Times.The Go 6s Android software offersintegrated access to the Google Play Store without requiring a third-party solution. Setting up a Google account on the device is easy, and then you can access the Google Play Store and download apps. But its not a copy-and-paste Android experience. The version of Android 11 that runs on the Go 6 is not the user interface youre used to on a smartphone. For instance, there are two additional buttons in the navigation bar for refreshing the page and accessing the settingsyoull be using that refresh button quite a bit, depending on the content youre perusing. The notifications panel drops if you drag down from the upper left side of the screen. The quick settings are available on the upper right side. Its fluid if youve used Android on a tablet, though its often felt sluggish on the Go 6. While I got the San Francisco Chronicle loaded to read on the Onyx Boox Go 6, I havent been able to sync up the New York Timesarguably the subscription where Im trying to get my bang for the buck. There seems to be an authentication issue I havent been able to troubleshoot yet. (The browser times out when I try to log in.) At the very least, what Ive managed to experience reading the Chronicle app has been relatively pain-free, save for the times the Go 6 would crash on me mid-scroll. It helps that mobile news apps of this type are pretty rudimentary. Its just black text on a white background. Relatedly, the Go 6 has more difficulty scrolling if you go into dark mode. I tried perusing Reddit through the Chrome browser on the Go 6 that way, but the screen could not keep up with each page jump. Florence Ion / Gizmodo The one saving grace of the Go 6s frequent sluggishness is that the e-reader doesnt catch up on notifications for the Android apps you have installed. When the e-reader is off and turned on again, youre not immediately bombarded by useless notifications for stuff from days or weeks ago. You do get push notifications from news apps that support it, but its tempered. I noticed it pushes only the most recent alert since the screen has been on. Loading books on the Boox Go 6 otherwise is fast, though not as straightforward as dragging and dropping files from point A to point B using a computer. Instead, the Go 6 uses BooxDrop, which creates a little WiFi direct/FTP situation where you can drag and drop files through the browser. I loaded PDFs of vintage magazines from the late 90s and DRM-free comics I purchased from SilverSprocket. I also loaded up traditional CBR and EPUB files Ive collected over the years. The Go 6 comes with a default 32GB of onboard storage. Theres a microSD slot if you want to add more, which I found is the easiest method for onboarding a massive library of ebooks you might already have stored up. Florence Ion / Gizmodo Whats Inside The Go 6 is a lighter device than the Kindle Paperwhite by nearly two ounces. Its 6-inch E Ink HD Carta 1300 display has a 1,448 by 1,072 resolution. There are bezels on the device, which is fine because I like to have a bit of chassis to hold onto when lying on my back. Boox also sent over the magnetic cover case to protect it. I like how svelte the whole package is, and I loved the look and feel of the device alongside my other everyday carry.The Go 6 has a 2GHz octa-core processor powering it up, plus 2GB of RAM, which is why its not fast. Its a slower experience than any early-generation Android device youd use, though things run more smoothly if youre not jumping around between screens and apps. I found it best to navigate to the app or title I wanted to use and then keep it there. Anytime I tried to multitask, Id get a little flustered, remembering the whole point of this device is to slow down. I had to consistently remind myself that there was a 14GB difference in memory between this cute little e-reader and my Pixel 9 Pro smartphone and that I needed to act the part. Florence Ion / Gizmodo Should You Buy the Boox Go 6? You will find the Onyx Boox Go 6 at Target and Wal-Mart for $150, about as much as the latest Kindle Paperwhite on Amazon. The Go 6 is a decent alternative to a locked-in Kindle Paperwhite for the same price. But just because it runs Android doesnt mean it runs Android apps. The apps provide additional access outside an ecosystem of e-books over an otherwise plain e-reader. Still, I wouldnt suggest this device for someone new to e-books or digital reading.If you are looking for a platform-agnostic, non-OLED solution to reading at night, the Go 6 isnt a bad choice. Just temper your expectations. Remember that the e-ink screen is not the same as a smartphone. But the payoff is an incredible battery life for an e-readerup to five days consecutive days of reading off the charger in my testingand the ability to load up a digital library of books, comics, and magazines onto one dedicated device. At the very least, the Boox Go 6 reminds you to move slower than the pace of everything else these days, even if you are waiting a while for the page to load.
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    B09 Building Island / urbanmakers + Selva & Maugin Architectes
    B09 Building Island / urbanmakers + Selva & Maugin ArchitectesSave this picture!Residential ArchitectureBordeaux, FranceArchitects: Selva & Maugin Architectes, urbanmakersAreaArea of this architecture projectArea:3875 mYearCompletion year of this architecture project Year: 2024 Lead Architects: Antoine Motte More SpecsLess SpecsText description provided by the architects. Context - Facing Bordeaux's iconic 18th-century "stone city," the Bastide-Niel district introduces an unconventional urban form. Designed with heliotropic principles and narrow grids by urban planner MVRDV, the area extends Bordeaux's vibrant urban life to the Garonne River's right bank. Roofs define the district's identity, creating a striking silhouette of varied scales and sloping planes that shape its innovative fabric.Save this picture!Key Challenges - Located on Quai des Queyries beside the "Parc aux Angliques," the B09 building-island hosts 54 social rental units. The challenge lay in embracing a pre-defined volume while addressing residential requirements and ensuring continuity between walls and roofs to form a unified envelope.A Mineral Aesthetic Rooted in Tradition - The material palette reflects a classic mineral aesthetic, using warm sandy tones that recall Bordeaux's historic architecture. Blonde brick facades transition seamlessly into tiled roofing, unifying the structure. Despite its sculptural volume, the design emphasizes domesticity, with tactile materials that invite interaction. Openings and uses integrate the human scale, ensuring the building feels welcoming and familiar.Save this picture!Domestic Comfort & Functionality - The project prioritizes resident comfort through thoughtful details: carefully proportioned windows, railings, deep loggias, and subtle facade projections. Habitable rooftops, including tropziennes, add further living space. Opaque lower panels on windows and loggias ensure privacy, a key feature for dense urban environments. Integrated loggia storage cabinets enhance daily functionality.A Thoughtful Entry Sequence - At the heart of the project lies the "vestibule," a generous open passage that connects residents to their homes. This transitional space bridges public and private realms while fostering pedestrian-friendly access. To comply with floodplain regulations, the ground floor is elevated on a plinth, ensuring resilience against water risks.A Unified Vision - B09 combines aesthetic coherence with functional innovation, tackling contemporary urban challenges. By blending classic materials, human-centered design, and efficient spatial organization, it enhances Bastide-Niel's identity. The project sets a benchmark for sustainable, inclusive housing, harmoniously merging tradition and modernity.Project gallerySee allShow lessProject locationAddress:Bordeaux, FranceLocation to be used only as a reference. It could indicate city/country but not exact address.About this officeurbanmakersOfficeMaterialBrickMaterials and TagsPublished on January 05, 2025Cite: "B09 Building Island / urbanmakers + Selva & Maugin Architectes" 05 Jan 2025. ArchDaily. Accessed . <https://www.archdaily.com/1025306/b09-urbanmakers-plus-selva-and-maugin-architectes&gt ISSN 0719-8884Save!ArchDaily?You've started following your first account!Did you know?You'll now receive updates based on what you follow! Personalize your stream and start following your favorite authors, offices and users.Go to my stream
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