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Apple MacBook Pro (M4, 2024): Specs, Features, Price, Release Date

The new 14- a16-inch laptops have some of the most powerful Apple silicon to date: the M4 Pro and M4 Max.

Tech - Wired - October 30

Apple MacBook Pro M4 review: faster, better and cheaper

Chip, memory, battery and power upgrades add to laptop’s appeal along with new webcam and Apple Intelligence. Apple’s upgraded MacBook Pro for 2024 gets a significant power boost with the M4 chip, ...

World - The Guardian - November 8

The M4 MacBook Pro Is So Much More Than a Spec Bump

It doesn’t look like much on paper, but this update is a big deal.

Business - Inc. - 2 days ago

Apple announces new iMac with M4 chip, starts at $1,299

Apple on Monday announced an updated iMac with the company's latest M4 chip.

Business - CNBC - October 28

With the New M4 Mac mini Apple Is Just Showing Off

Apple Silicon means the company controls its own destiny. That’s a bigger deal than you might think.

Business - Inc. - October 29

Apple Mac Mini (M4, 2024) Review: A Small Yet Powerful Desktop

Apple’s basic desktop computer is now a bit smaller and slightly more powerful, but it’s not for everyone.

Tech - Wired - November 7

The M4 Mac Mini Is Almost Perfect. There’s Just 1 Problem

Apple’s smallest computer is a delightful update, if you can overlook the steep upgrade pricing.

Business - Inc. - November 7

Apple iMac (M4, 2024) Review: Small but Worthwhile Upgrades

It’s round four for the iMac on Apple silicon. Turns out the first time was the charm, but this one’s great too.

Tech - Wired - November 7

You can now run the most powerful open source AI models locally on Mac M4 computers, thanks to Exo Labs

To further support adoption of local AI solutions, Exo Labs is preparing to launch a free benchmarking website next week.

Tech - VentureBeat - November 13

More councils hit by pro-Russia cyber attack

The unitary authority says its website is down due to a cyber attack affecting several councils.

In Pro Sports, as in the U.S., Political Support Is Divided

A pro-Harris video from LeBron James. A pro-Trump hat on Nick Bosa. With Election Day near, more have been showing their preference.

Business - The New York Times - November 2

Is Apple’s iPhone 16 Pro Good for Games?

Apple claims its newest line of phones will let you play everything from Apple Arcade indies to AAA titles. It does, but don't expect a console-level experience.

Tech - Wired - November 4

3 states uphold abortion restrictions, 7 others protect abortion access

Measures that would have protected abortion rights at the state level are projected to fail in Florida, Nebraska and South Dakota.

PS5 Pro Review - Powerful On Paper, Ordinary In Action

When the PlayStation 5 debuted in November 2020, Sony made a compelling case for picking one up. In addition to simply being a shiny new console, the value proposition it presented was largely in ...

Tech - GameSpot - November 6

Pro-Palestinian protesters detained at banned demonstration in Amsterdam

Police detained people in Amsterdam for taking part in a demonstration that was outlawed after violent clashes targeting fans of an Israeli soccer club.

Hisense PX3-Pro Review: A Giant TV Alternative

This Dolby Vision–enabled laser projector is a cinematic solution for stylish living rooms.

Tech - Wired - November 11

Pros and Cons: Should Mets sign Corbin Burnes?

Should the Mets sign free agent Corbin Burnes? Here are the pros and cons...

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 11

I wouldn't make it as a pro now - Cavendish

Mark Cavendish says that he would be unlikely to be a professional cyclist if he was starting his career now.

Pros and Cons: Should Mets sign Walker Buehler?

Should the Mets sign free agent pitcher Walker Buehler? Here are the pros and cons...

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 14

Argentina orders arrests of pro-Bolsonaro rioters

Many Bolsanaro supporters are believed to have fled to Argentina following prosecutions for the Brasilia riots

Pros and Cons: Should Yankees sign Christian Walker?

Christian Walker is exploring free agency for the first time after some incredible seasons in Arizona. Should the Yankees pursue him to replace Anthony Rizzo?

Sports - Yahoo Sports - 6 days ago

Hong Kong jails 45 pro-democracy campaigners for subversion

Benny Tai and Joshua Wong were among dozens sentenced in a controversial national security trial.

Pros and Cons: Should Yankees sign Alex Bregman?

The Yankees have a few holes in the infield. Would they consider bringing in Alex Bregman to play third base?

Sports - Yahoo Sports - 5 days ago

Palau’s pro-US president wins second term, defeating brother-in-law

Surangel Whipps Jr retains power in Palau, which is important to the US military amid tensions with China and is among a dozen diplomatic allies of Taiwan. Palau’s incumbent president Surangel ...

World - The Guardian - November 14

Georgia’s ruling party leading in pivotal election ahead of pro-EU opposition

Results with 70% of precincts counted give Georgian Dream majority in vote seen as crucial to possible EU membership. Georgia’s ruling party is leading in a pivotal parliamentary election widely ...

World - The Guardian - October 26

Georgia's pro-EU opposition says vote stolen as ruling party claims victory

The opposition disputes initial results giving the ruling party 54%, after exit polls tell a different story.

Georgia’s opposition calls for protests as election outcome is disputed

Pivotal election widely seen as a choice between a future in Europe and alignment with Moscow

Business - Financial Times - October 27

Georgia’s ruling pro-Russia party retains power in blow to EU aspirations

OSCE observers say election bore evidence of ‘democratic backsliding’ with reports of intimidation and coercion. Georgia’s ruling party has retained power in a contested parliamentary election in a ...

World - The Guardian - October 27

Georgia’s pro-EU opposition calls for protest over ‘rigged’ election result

Pro-western president Salome Zourabichvili claims country has fallen victim to ‘Russian special operation’. Georgia’s pro-western opposition has called on the country to protest on Monday against ...

World - The Guardian - October 27

Pro-Harris Super PAC Raises Concerns About Focusing on Trump and Fascism

The group, Future Forward, warned that attacking Donald J. Trump as a fascist or questioning his character or stamina are less effective than highlighting Kamala Harris’s proposals.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 27

Pro-Europe opposition groups call foul on Georgia election result

World - Yahoo News - October 28

Brown University suspends its chapter of pro-Palestinian student group

Brown University suspended the pro-Palestinian group after it protested the university's decision not to divest its endowment from companies that support Israel.

Brown University suspends pro-Palestinian group following protests

Brown University has suspended the school's chapter of Students for Justice in Palestine while it investigates allegations of violent threats made during a recent protest. WJAR's Erin Coogan reports.

Politics - NBC News - October 28

CNN bans pro-Trump commentator after offensive 'beeper' remark

Right-wing commentator Ryan Girdusky exited 'NewsNight with Abby Phillip' after telling Medhi Hasan, 'I hope your beeper doesn't go off,' a reference to Israel's conflict with Hezbollah.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - October 29

Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 360 Review: Too Buggy

This AI-infused 2-in-1 laptop has great performance and astounding battery life, but it’s buggy and sports a terrible keyboard.