Why Your MPG May Drop After A Battery Change (And Whether It Should Worry You)

Why Your MPG May Drop After A Battery Change (And Whether It Should Worry You) There are many thingswhich can lower your mpgwhen driving, such as tire pressure, engine health, and carrying excess weight — but is it possible that battery health, and more specifically, installing a new battery, could also be costing you at the pump? The truth is that yes, a new battery can cause your car’s fuel efficiency to dip, and throughout this article we will cover how long this dip lasts for, what you’re able to do about it, and whether it should worry you or not....

August 17, 2025 · 3 min · 615 words · Rachel Lopez

Xiaomi Smart Band 8 hands-on: Comprehensive fitness tracking on a budget

Xiaomi has been in thefitness band gamefor a long time. It launched its first band - then called Mi Band - way back in 2014 before Apple had even launched its first smartwatch. Since then it’s built its reputation on delivering really affordable bands with basic fitness tracking to keep you active. Things have changed a lot since the beginning, with the addition of bigger AMOLED screens, more powerful processing, and more advanced fitness measurements, but the latest generation still holds true to that accessible price tag....

August 17, 2025 · 4 min · 750 words · Allen Anderson

Yamaha Used To Make F1 Engines's Why It Stopped

Yamaha Used To Make F1 Engines - Here’s Why It Stopped When you think of Yamaha, the last thing that comes to mind isFormula 1 engines. The motorcycle manufacturer ranked impressively high on ourworst-to-best motorcycle brand list, which was to be expected, given that it is responsible for marvels such asthe beastly YZF-R1and reliable motors like the TW200 Engine. Yamaha has explored various segments of the vehicle industry over the years, with one of its most underrated contributions being the development of F1 engines....

August 17, 2025 · 4 min · 703 words · Tyler Jackson

“They never call me again”: Carrie-Anne Moss Became Keanu Reeves’ Love Interest Because Another Star Was Too Lazy For ‘The Matrix’

Follow us on Google News Get the latest updates directly in your Google News feed 1999’sThe Matrixwas a much-lauded endeavor of that time, starring talents such as Keanu Reeves, Carrie-Anne Moss, Laurence Fishburne, and others. Even today, cinephiles are highly appreciative of the film’s timeless and ephemeral narrative.The Wachowskis-directed movie offered the world an intriguing premise with some of the most iconic characters in fictional history. One such notable character happens to be Trinity, portrayed by Carrie-Anne Moss....

August 17, 2025 · 5 min · 1005 words · Victoria Torres

10 Captivating Movies About Crimes Gone Wrong

Most criminals dream of theMoney Heisttype of scenario where they execute the perfectcrimeand walk away into the sunset. However, things rarely play out this way, at least not in Hollywood. Over the years, audiences have been treated to hundreds of movies about sinister characters making plans to do something illegal only for things to go wrong. Among these numerous big-screen offerings, a few are more likely to stick to the mind of the ticket buyer or streamer because they offer more than just the usual storylines that involve the criminals committing the crime, trying to flee, and then getting stopped....

August 16, 2025 · 8 min · 1511 words · Cody Butler

2 of Clint Eastwood’s Most Famous Oscar-Winning Films Were Turned Down By Major Studios in Favor of Over-Cooked Formulaic Blockbusters

Follow us on Google News Get the latest updates directly in your Google News feed Clint Eastwood has proven time and time again throughout his almost seven-decade-old and counting career that he is not just an incredible actor, but one of the most exceptionally remarkable filmmakers as well. His big-screen works likeDirty HarryandGran Torinoare the living proof of his legendary legacy that he is currently carrying forward. But the true potential of his spectacular works wasn’t always visible to the production companies and studios, a major reason behind this was the‘over-cooked formulaic’blockbusters that most of the major studios were in favor of....

August 16, 2025 · 5 min · 901 words · Nicholas Leonard

3 ways Swann has made home security easy and affordable

Until recently, home security was viewed as a privilege for rich, affluent homeowners. Most traditional home security systems need complex reconstruction and hardwiring, making them instantly inaccessible to renters or those who move around frequently. And most home security systems also charge exorbitant rates - not just for the devices but also for cloud storage and other storage methods. Some smart security systems also charge a monthly subscription to access exclusive or premium features....

August 16, 2025 · 5 min · 910 words · Kristine Hernandez

9 tech gifts for dad, starting at $24 (Father's Day 2024 edition)

Throw the ties out the window. Well, not really, but buying a dad a tie for Father’s Day is such an old school and, quite frankly, impersonal gift that there’s almost no way he’ll actually be happy about it. If you want a gift that is going to make the dad in your life happy, whether it’s your father, father-in-law, stepfather, or husband, you want to give them something they’ll actually use....

August 16, 2025 · 6 min · 1142 words · Jake Sexton

A Plague Tale: Requiem Review – Sequel to indie classic falls prey to sophomoric slump

There’s finally another chapter to the saga of the De Rune family. Though their home was decimated by the end of Innocence, the beginning ofA Plague Tale: Requiemshows a bond between characters that is stronger than ever. Six months have passed since the end of Innocence, and life has improved for the De Rune family. Now accompanied by Beatrice’s assistant, Lucas, the family is headed toward the Order hoping to find a cure for the Prima Macula within Hugo’s blood that summons large swaths of plague-carrying rats....

August 16, 2025 · 4 min · 842 words · Joshua Hampton

Action Hero Liam Neeson Is Deadly Serious About Saving Comedy in New PSA

Liam Neesonis putting his skills to good use this summer, as not only is he busting bad guys as Frank Drebin Jr. inThe Naked Gun, he is also delivering a PSA that wants to save comedy from extinction. What a guy! When mentioning the name Liam Neeson, many moviegoers immediately begin thinking about broken bones, broken noses, broken windshields, and plenty of other broken things covered in blood while a bereaved or aggrieved character played by the iconic Irish actor stands over a scene of utter carnage....

August 16, 2025 · 3 min · 574 words · Karina Turner

All Nahantu Tenets of Akarat Locations in Diablo 4 Vessel of Hatred

The Vessel of Hatred expansion forDiablo 4adds a whole new region to Sanctuary with new Strongholds, towns, and statues to unlock. The latter are a bit different than from the original game, so here are all Nahantu Tenets of Akarat locations in Diablo 4 Vessel of Hatred. How to Activate Nahantu Tenets of Akarat in Diablo 4 While Tenets of Akarat are similar to the oldAltars of Lilithby being placed randomly across the map, the new structures are activated by statues with different methods....

August 16, 2025 · 2 min · 326 words · Jacqueline Vega

All Possible Wild Encounters in Pokemon GO’s Twinkling Fantasy Event

The Twinkling Fantasy event for Pokemon GO has just released and is expected to run until Monday January 16, 10:00 PM local time. During this event, you’ll be able to get double XP and additional Candy for catching Pokemon with nice, great, and excellent throws. And if you happen to be above level 31, there’s even a boosted chance that you’ll get an XL Candy. But Twinkling Fantasy for Pokemon GO will also be releasing new wild encounters....

August 16, 2025 · 2 min · 356 words · Wanda Zimmerman

Amazon US & International Kindle Debuts (But It's Not Perfect)

Amazon US & International Kindle Debuts (But It’s Not Perfect) We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Amazon havefinally announcedan international launch for theirKindleebook reader. Thenew versiongains both US and international 3G capabilities – though still no WiFi – and will ship both domestically in the US and to 100 different countries worldwide. Priced at $279 and shipping October 19th, the International Wireless Kindle is now $20 more expensive than the original US-only Kindle, which has been discounted to $259; otherwise the two devices are identical....

August 16, 2025 · 6 min · 1206 words · Melissa Massey