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The Xteink X4 E-Reader Is Under $60 on Amazon for the Next Few Hours

26Apr

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The Xteink X4 E-Reader Is Under $60 on Amazon for the Next Few Hours

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. I've been covering e-readers and e-ink tablets for Lifehacker for a few years now, and I haven't ever encountered a product with as many enthusiastic fans as the Xteink X4, a teeny tiny, bare bones e-reader from China that has replaced my beloved phone-shaped Boox Palma 2 as my distraction-free reading device of choice—not the least because it's a heck of a lot cheaper, around $70 to the Palma 2's $250. And if you act fast, right now you can score an X4 for less than $60 during an Amazon flash sale. As I explain in my review, the X4 is a little fiddily, a little janky, and not for everyone—but it has a huge cult following of tinkerer...

25Apr

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USA approves first gene therapy for rare form of hearing loss

US health officials on Thursday greenlit a first-of-its-kind gene therapy to treat a rare form of hereditary hearing loss, a breakthrough which could pave the way for other such hearing impairment treatments. Two to three of every 1,000 children in the United States are born with a hearing impairment, and it is estimated that more than half of these cases of early-onset hearing loss are caused by genetic mutations. Developed by the American biotechnology company Regeneron, the treatment known as Otarmeni targets a rare form of hearing loss which affects around 50 newborns a year in the US. It will be available for children and adults with severe-to-profound hearing loss caused by certain mutations in the OTOF gene, which encodes a protein critical for transmitting auditory signals from ...

Rob Reiner’s son Jake writes essay on parents’ deaths: ‘My living nightmare’ – National

25Apr

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Rob Reiner’s son Jake writes essay on parents’ deaths: ‘My living nightmare’ – National

Jake Reiner, the son of the late director Rob Reiner and his wife Michele Singer Reiner, is speaking out about the deaths of his parents in a personal essay titled “Mom and Dad.” Two months after his brother Nick Reiner pleaded not guilty to two counts of first-degree murder with the special circumstance of multiple murders in the deaths of his parents, Jake, 34, shared details on Substack of the “living nightmare” he’s experienced since learning what happened to them.Jake shared that on the afternoon of Dec. 14, he was at a celebration of life for one of his best friends — who died in October — when he received the news of his parents’ deaths. 0:29 Nick Reiner pleads not guilty to murder of pa...

10 Hacks Every YouTube Music User Should Know

25Apr

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10 Hacks Every YouTube Music User Should Know

YouTube Music isn't the most feature-rich of all the music streaming services, but it is a great option for those who love music videos, user-generated content, and the YouTube ecosystem overall. If you have YouTube Music, or are considering switching from another platform, these are the best tips and tricks to get the most out of your listening experience. If you're moving to YouTube Music from another app, you don't have to start from scratch. YouTube has a direct integration with Apple Music for playlist transfers. For other streaming services like Spotify, you can import using third-party apps like TuneMyMusic or Soundiiz for a fee (for a one-time transfer, you only need to subscribe for a month). To move data from Apple Music to YouTube Music, sign in to Apple Music and choose Request...

Despite flaws, Nagabhushana-starrer offers an engaging narrative with a fresh superpower

25Apr

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Despite flaws, Nagabhushana-starrer offers an engaging narrative with a fresh superpower

After his film Blink (2024), Srinidhi Bengaluru returns with yet another novel concept—this time in a mini-series format. Titled Jerax (an accented take on “Xerox”), the web series presents a quirky spin on a sci-fi idea. Set in the fictional small town of Rayadurga, the story revolves around Prakasha (Nagabhushana), an orphan who runs his uncle’s photocopy shop. The store houses a single, barely functional machine. However, one night—owing to a peculiar planetary alignment and Prakasha’s childhood connection—the machine begins to do more than just copy documents. It gains the ability to create real-life duplicates of people whose photographs are placed inside it. Source link

High ultraviolet radiation recorded in Kerala; public advised to take precaution

25Apr

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High ultraviolet radiation recorded in Kerala; public advised to take precaution

High levels of ultraviolet radiation have been recorded across Kerala over the past 24 hours, the KSDMA said on Friday. As per data shared by the authority, UV levels above eight, warranting an orange alert, were reported at Konni in Pathanamthitta, Chengannur in Alappuzha, Changanassery in Kottayam and Munnar in Idukki. In addition, UV levels between six and seven, corresponding to a yellow alert, were recorded at 10 locations across the state. Prolonged exposure to UV rays can cause sunburn, skin diseases, eye problems and other health issues, the authority said. According to the advisory by Kerala State Disaster Management Authority, peak UV levels are usually recorded between 10 am and 3 pm, and people are urged to avoid direct sunlight exposure during these hours as much as possib...

Cher’s conservatorship request over son Elijah Blue Allman denied: report – National

25Apr

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Cher’s conservatorship request over son Elijah Blue Allman denied: report – National

Cher’s request for conservatorship over her adult son Elijah Blue Allman has been denied. A Los Angeles judge rejected the 79-year-old singer’s request to appoint a conservator of Allman’s estate at a hearing on Friday without prejudice, meaning that she can file again, People reports.A conservatorship, known in some states as a guardianship, is an involuntary status usually reserved for older or very ill people who are suffering from dementia or are otherwise incapacitated and unable to make decisions for themselves. 0:49 ‘Free Britney’ bill unveiled by lawmakers in the U.S. House of Representatives The judge said she did not see “sufficient ...

24Apr

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Sucheta Pal embarks on `Rani Tour`, a fitness and wellness festival for mothers

At a time when post-baby bodies are still judged by how quickly they “bounce back”, Sucheta Pal, an advocate for women`s health, aims to have a conversation about health and fitness. Following the success of her pioneering Mom.Bod.Strong programme, Pal has now embarked on The Mom.Bod.Strong Festival titled Rani Tour, which is said to be India`s first pan-city fitness and wellness experience built exclusively for active mothers. Designed for mothers balancing ambition, family, health, and self, the festival tour brings a curated two-hour movement experience to five major Indian cities: Hyderabad, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Delhi, and Ahmedabad. In India, structured maternal fitness and recovery frameworks are still largely overlooked, with most women navigating physical and hormonal changes w...

The Xteink S4 Might Be the Pocket E-Reader of My Dreams

24Apr

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The Xteink S4 Might Be the Pocket E-Reader of My Dreams

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Though I've spent years evangelizing for the Boox Palma 2, a phone-sized Chinese e-reader with an open Android operating system, my allegiances have shifted in recent months. I'm now obsessed with the tiny, slightly janky, minimalist devices put out by Xteink, another Chinese tech company. And I'm far from the only one—the Xteink subreddit is a busy place.The $69 Xteink X4 has a 4.3-inch screen and native software that's so bad, it wasn't really worth recommending until fans of the device cobbled together their own crowdsourced alternative. The $79 X3 (which is currently only available in the U.S. direct from Xteink) is largely the same device, but even smaller—about the size of a credit card. Either one is a great cho...

24Apr

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Centre advises ZEE5 to not release it

Citing law and order concern, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) has advised OTT platform ZEE5 not to release a controversial documentary linked to gangster activities, citing serious concerns over public order and the potential glorification of crime. The docuseries is based on the life of imprisoned gangster Lawrence Bishnoi. Why Centre has advised against releasing the docuseries? The directive comes in connection with an ongoing Public Interest Litigation (CWP-PIL-107-2026) filed before the Punjab and Haryana High Court in the case of Amarinder Singh Raja Warring vs Union of India and others. In an official communication dated April 24, 2026, the Ministry referred to its earlier advisory issued on October 27, 2025, which urged OTT platforms to exercise caution while pu...