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Canvas, the cloud-based learning management system used by more than 8,000 colleges and universities, including all top ten colleges in the U.S., is being held for ransom. A group called Shinyhunters has claimed responsibility for the hack and has given Canvas' parent company, Instructure, until May 12 to reach a settlement, or else "everything is leaked."Canvas outages have been reported nationwideThere's no word on how many schools have been affected, but reports of students being unable to access Canvas are coming in from universities and colleges all over the country. Over the last half an hour, complaints of Canvas being down have gone from nearly none to over 8,000 on Down Detector. ...

Despite expert advice against relying on chatbots for mental health questions and concerns, people are turning to AI programs like ChatGPT for help. The company has faced criticism for how its products have handled certain mental health issues—including episodes where users died by suicide following conversations with ChatGPT. As part of a campaign to address these problems, OpenAI is now rolling out a voluntary safety check system for users who might be concerned about their thoughts.As reported by Mashable, OpenAI just launched "Trusted Contact," a new feature that lets you choose a trusted person in your life to connect to your ChatGPT account. The idea isn't to share your conversations or collaborate on projects within ChatGPT; rather, if the chatbot thinks your personal chats are veer...

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. A discounted tablet from a couple of years ago usually comes down to one thing: how much performance you actually need. The 2022 Apple iPad is currently on sale for $239.99 in Grade-A refurbished condition on StackSocial—the 10th-generation model with 64GB of storage and wifi. Since it’s a 2022 release, it doesn’t have the latest hardware or the longest update runway ahead, but for basic, predictable use, the lower price can outweigh those trade-offs.In regular use, this iPad feels familiar in a way that works to its advantage, with apps opening quickly, streaming staying smooth, and video calls running without friction. Its A14 Bion...

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. Samsung’s flagship soundbars have reached the point where the yearly upgrades are more about refinement than reinvention, and that is pretty much the story with the Samsung HW-Q990H. Right now, this 2026 model is down to $1,299.99 on Woot, which is its lowest price yet, according to price trackers. The same system is listed for nearly $2,000 on Amazon, so the discount itself is substantial. Samsung kept the same 11.1.4-channel setup from the older HW-Q990F, including the soundbar, wireless subwoofer, and two rear speakers, but leaned harder into software this time around—features like the SpaceFit Sound Pro automatically adjust the s...

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Credit: Warner Bros. A lot about 2026 has been depressing, infuriating, or worse, but at least the TV has been pretty good—there are future classics streaming across the genre spectrum, from the medical realism of The Pitt, to the endless mystery of FROM, to the over-the-top comedy of Big Mistakes. Below are the ten most-streamed series across all streaming services for April, and there's almost definitely something here you'll dig. The Pitt The Pitt continues to dominate the streaming charts. HBO's gritty, hyper-realistic medical drama has earned acclaim from critics and audiences for its relentless pace, as each episode follows one sli...

We may earn a commission from links on this page. This past weekend I ran a 10K while wearing both the Garmin Forerunner 970 and the Forerunner 165 Music, and while I'll be doing a full comparison soon, the experience made one thing immediately clear: Sometimes it's worth it to have a premium running watch. While both watches have excellent running features, the 970 has a few that the 165 lacks—and after putting them to use on race day, I can say that two of them in particular made a real difference. Master your "race pace" with Garmin's PacePro featureI'd never tested Garmin's PacePro in real race-day conditions before this weekend. The selling point of this feature is that it analyzes the elevation profile of your course and generates "dynamic pace guidance" based o...

We may earn a commission from links on this page. April's 10 most-streamed movies offer a diverse collection of styles and genres, so there is, as they say, something for everyone. If you like stylistic horror, don't miss Dust Bunny. If you're into stripped down thrillers, Apex is for you. If you like sports movies, there's Marty Supreme—or you could just re-watch The Devil Wears Prada before you head out to the theater for the sequel. The Housemaid (2025) Director Paul Fieg...

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. Portable projectors provide a big screen for cozy movie nights without committing to a full home theater setup, and they’ve come a long way in the past few years. Still, many force you to choose between design and function. The LG CineBeam Q portable projector blends a sleek look with true 4K laser projection, making it perfect for flexible viewing—and right now, it’s $200 off at $799.99 (originally $999.99). This 4K mini projector provides a sharp, detailed picture up to approximately 120 inches, which is unusual at this size. It also has a wide color gamut (up to 154% DCI-P3) and high contrast for a more vibrant image. It uses an R...

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. You can get thousands of free e-books over the course of 2026 if you know where—and when—to look. All year long, Amazon is offering free Kindle e-books to readers, with new opportunities popping up every month. In May, Prime members can get two free Kindle e-books from Amazon's First Reads program, one of them being this month's bonus short read.What is Amazon's First Reads?Amazon First Reads is a program aimed at Prime members that offers early access to new e-books across many genres, as curated by First Reads editors (one of many Prime Member benefits). Prime members can choose to download one free e-book every month from a rotati...

If you're in the Google ecosystem or use Google Workspace at work, Google Chat is a popular choice for messaging and collaboration. The app replaced Hangouts in Gmail (RIP), originally launching for business before rolling out to everyone. Regardless of the context for using Google Chat, there are a handful of hacks to maximize its features. Add Chat to Gmail to keep everything in one tabIf you already have too many tabs open—and one of them is Gmail—you don't actually need another one for Google Chat. Instead, you can add Chat to your Gmail taskbar and toggle between your inbox and chat interface in the same tab (as long as they are under the same Google Account). Hit the Settings gear at the top of your Gmail window and tap See all settings. Select the Chat and Meet tab and hit the radio...