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Apple’s Mac Studio is an elegantly designed desktop PC that fits into tight spaces. It’s also one of the quietest desktops you’ll find, making it an unobtrusive choice, while also providing surprisingly fast performance. But while the Mac Studio offers decent connectivity, it’s also a sealed enclosure with zero expandability. What you order is what you’ll have forever, so choosing carefully when configuring your Mac Studio is vital. This guide will help you make the right decisions. Specs and configurations Dimensions (HxWxD) 3.7 x 7.7 x 7.7 inches CPU/GPU M2 Max 12-core CPU/30-core GPUM2 Max 12-core CPU/38-core GPUM2 Ultra 24-core…

Japan dropped its highest-level tsunami alert, issued following a series of major earthquakes on Monday, but told residents of coastal areas not to return to their homes as deadly waves could still come. The quakes, the largest of which had a magnitude of 7.6, started a fire and collapsed buildings on the west coast of Japan’s main island, Honshu. Media reports said two people were feared dead after the quake struck Ishikawa prefecture on the Sea of Japan side at 4.10pm (0710 GMT), according to the US Geological Survey (USGS). The Japan Meteorological Agency reported more than a dozen quakes.…

Connections is the latest puzzle game from the New York Times. The game tasks you with categorizing a pool of 16 words into four secret (for now) groups by figuring out how the words relate to each other. The puzzle resets every night at midnight and each new puzzle has a varying degree of difficulty. Just like Wordle, you can keep track of your winning streak and compare your scores with friends. Some days are trickier than others. If you’re having a little trouble solving today’s Connections puzzle, check out our tips and hints below. And if you still can’t get…

The Apple Watch Series 9 was released in September 2023 and received mostly positive reviews. It has several new features over its predecessor, the Apple Watch Series 8 — including a brighter display, a new S9 processor, carbon neutrality, and more. But you might ask yourself whether the wearable device has a charging block (power adapter) in the box. In a world where most smartphones don’t come with a charger, does the Apple Watch Series 9 come with one? Does the Apple Watch Series 9 come with a charger? The simple answer is “no.” None of the current models of Apple Watch…

As the festive cheer and New Year celebrations subside, parents in the UAE are gearing up for a different kind of excitement – the return of their children to school. After a three-week term break, students are set to resume their academic year on Tuesday, January 2. Private schools in the country shut for the winter holidays from December 11, 2023. Speaking to Khaleej Times, parents reiterated that a routine change is required now, which includes adjusting bedtime, making necessary school supplies available, getting winter clothing ready, and organising transportation. Waking up early French expat Christine Quartier La Tente, the…

Israel’s war in Gaza will continue throughout 2024, a military spokesman said in a new year’s message, insisting that tens of thousands of reservists would be needed for fighting. “The IDF (Israel Defense Forces) must plan ahead, understanding that we will be required for additional tasks and warfare throughout this year,” Daniel Hagari told reporters. “The objectives of the war require prolonged fighting and we are preparing accordingly.” The war between Israel and the Palestinian militant group Hamas, which rules the Gaza Strip, erupted after Hamas fighters carried out a deadly attack on southern Israel on October 7. The attack…

We have the solution to Wordle on January 1, as well as some helpful hints to help you figure out the answer yourself, right here. We’ve placed the answer at the bottom of the page, so we don’t ruin the surprise before you’ve had a chance to work through the clues. So let’s dive in, starting with a reminder of yesterday’s answer. Yesterday’s Wordle answer Let’s start by first reminding ourselves of yesterday’s Wordle answer for those new to the game or who don’t play it daily, which was “SMALL.” So we can say that the Wordle answer today definitely…

As the rest of Dubai celebrates the beginning of 2024 with a public holiday, unsung heroes can be seen on the streets, keeping their heads down and working hard to keep our city clean. Street cleaners from Dubai Municipality and private entities are among those that are responsible for the city’s reputation as one of the cleanest in the world. Although their efforts behind the scenes may often go unnoticed, they are the backbone of our city. One among these heroes is Ahmed Jamal, a Bangladeshi expat who has been cleaning the streets of Dubai for the last 20 years.…

The first tsunami reached South Korea’s east coast at 0921 GMT at a height of 45 cm (1.5 ft) in the wake of a massive earthquake that hit Japan on Monday, South Korea’s meteorological agency said. The tsunami can grow after the initial waves and may continue for more than 24 hours, the agency said in an advisory. South Korea’s Gangwon province warned residents to take precautions and evacuate to higher ground, according to the Ministry of Interior and Safety. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. South Korea’s meteorological agency earlier said sea…

The Porsche 718 Cayman is a no-brainer for someone who is about the badge and loves binging on sporty driving antics. This range-topping GT4 RS variant takes that recipe to exaggerated levels with its race-engineered bodywork and 500 horsepower flat-6 motor. We took it grocery shopping and highway hunting to see how we could justify its price and place in the market. Here’s what we found: Design & aesthetics The Cayman is made in the image of the legendary 911. Its sharp sloping nose and teardrop silhouette provide the ingredients for something good. But its destiny, playing second fiddle to…