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The Most American Episode of The Daily, Ever.

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Audio is not supported in your browser In celebration of the United States of America’s 250th birthday, we posed a simple question to some of our favorite critics, columnists and editors across the New York Times newsroom, people who write about books, movies, TV shows, science, sports, wellness and food. We asked: What’s the most American thing on your beat? On today’s episode, we present their answers. Happy Birthday, America!   On Today’s Episode Joshua Barone, culture editor, on “Rodeo,” composed by Aaron Copland Vanessa Friedman, chief fashion critic, on workout gear Erik Piepenburg, culture writer, on the movie “Get Out” Kevin Roose, technology columnist, on Amazon Prime Mekado Murphy, culture editor, on the roller coaster The Beast James Poniewozik, chief television critic, on “Survivor” Jancee Dunn, wellness writer, on productivity and sleep Elena Bergeron, culture editor, on U.S. hockey Jennifer Szalai, nonfiction book critic at the Book Review, on “Paved Parad...
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These Cordless Power Tools Are up to 55% Off for Home Depot’s 4th of July Sale

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We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. Fourth of July weekend brings many traditions in the U.S., but my favorite is using the extra time to tackle DIY home improvement projects I’ve been putting off. There are often great sales on power tools and home improvement supplies, with retailers banking on the holiday to draw in DIY enthusiasts who have hosting and entertaining top of mind. It's one of the best times to look for deals on quality tools, and this year, the Fourth of July sale at Home Depot includes some big discounts on cordless power tools and batteries, up to 55% off. Take advantage of these Home Depot sale on cordless power tool sets If you’re just starting your DIY tool set or looking to upgrade old or damaged tools, investing in a combo set can save you money when you're just starting out. Choose a tool set with a wide variety of tools compatible with its batteries; that way,...
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The Most Versatile DeWalt Cordless Tool I Use Is 55% Off for Lowe’s 4th of July Sale

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We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. If you have DIY projects to tackle, choosing quality tools that will last a long time is a good way to save money over time. DeWalt is one of my favorite brands for cordless power tools: Their tools tend to be durable, their batteries hold up over time, and you can find them on lots of professional job sites. DeWalt has been producing power tools for over a hundred years and began their line of cordless tools in 1994, building a reputation for durability and good battery life. You can find over 300 tools compatible with DeWalt’s 20-volt system, so the batteries are a practical choice if you want to expand your set over time without investing in multiple battery systems. I use their tools at my professional shop for woodworking and installation projects, and they’ve stood up to daily use for more than ten years. My first cordless tool was a DeWalt dri...
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10 Hacks Every MacBook Pro User Should Know

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We may earn a commission from links on this page. Apple has a MacBook for everyone. The Neo is a great value for anyone who wants a laptop for light tasks, while the Air is the next step up for tackling a wider range of computing needs. The Pro , on the other hand, is Apple's "premium" machine—or at least, its most capable. It comes with fans for active cooling, extra ports like HDMI and an SD card slot, and a mini-LED display with a high refresh rate. It's really the best choice for professionals who need extra processing power, or for users who want the Mac with the most features possible. While Apple's latest MacBook Pros work great out of the box, you're leaving a ton of potential untapped by sticking with the default settings. If you have a MacBook Pro, consider these 10 hacks, tips, and tricks to help you use your laptop to its fullest. (I'd also encourage you to scan my list of hacks for MacBook Air users , as most of those hacks apply here as w...
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10 Hacks Every Apple Home User Should Know

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Smart home platforms have plenty of powerful features for automating every device in your home, but you have to do some upfront work to make it happen. You also have to know what you're looking for. Here are the hidden tips and tricks to maximize everything connected via Apple Home. Enable Critical Alerts to break through your Do Not Disturb modes Apple's critical alerts feature allows a limited number of emergency notifications to break through Silent and Do Not Disturb modes so you know immediately if there's a safety or security risk threatening life or property. Specific sensors can trigger these alerts, such as smoke, carbon monoxide, and leak detectors and security system devices that have a "panic" mode. When enabled, these alerts will appear on your lock screen and play a sound even if your device is on silent. Go to Settings > Notifications > Home and ensure the Critical Alerts toggle is on. You may need to configure critical alert permissions i...
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‘Lowkenuinely,’ ‘Bruzz,’ and Other Gen Z and Gen Alpha Slang You Might Need Help Decoding

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If constantly being mogged by sigmas has you feeling like a fuhuhluhtoogan, and you have no idea what any of that means, you've come to the right place. This glossary aims to define and explain popular slang words and phrases of Generation Z (usually defined as people born between 1997 and 2012) and Generation A (anyone born between 2012 and now) so you'll know what the hell people are talking about. A word of warning: If you aren't of those generations, and/or you need an online list to know what slang words mean, you should not say them aloud, unless you're trying to be embarrassing. New entries D1 Crashout: An epic, elite level, extreme crashout. (See "crashout.) Dah Bih Gah : "That bitch good," ie: "I like that thing." Usually used to describe food. Dah Bih Tah : "That bitch tough," ie: "I like that thing." Usually used to describe food. Hiplet : Derogatory slang for a woman who has "hip dips," i.e. inward c...
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Update Your iPhone Now to Patch These 29 Security Flaws

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We may earn a commission from links on this page. While the tech world's collective attention is currently fixed on iOS 27 , Apple is still churning out updates to iOS 26. While we're not likely to get another feature-filled release in the "26" era, there will always be bugs and security flaws to squash whenever Apple or third-party researchers discover them. Case in point: On Monday, Apple dropped iOS 26.5.2 , which comes with fixes for 29 security vulnerabilities. First, the good news: None of these vulnerabilities appears to be a "zero-day." A zero-day is a security flaw that is publicly disclosed or actively exploited before the software developer has a chance to issue a patch. They're especially dangerous, since it gives hackers the advantage: They can attempt to find an exploit—or, worse, take advantage of that exploit—for as long as it takes the developer to issue an update, and for its user base to install it. Luckily, none of these flaws appea...
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