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Karts, cakes and karaoke: the eight best party games to play with family this Christmas

Artificial Intelligence, Christmas, Culture, Family, Games, Life and style, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox series S/X

Whether your household is in the mood for singing, driving, quizzing or shouting, here are our top choices for homely holiday funMultiplayer hand-to-hand combat games are ridiculously good fun and there are plenty to choose from, including the rather similar Gang Beasts and Party Animals. I’ve gone for this one, however, which lets everyone pick […]

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AI toys are suddenly everywhere – but I suggest you don’t give them to your children | Arwa Mahdawi

Artificial Intelligence, Artificial intelligence (AI), Children, Children's tech, Life and style, Technology, Toys

Earlier this year my four-year-old tried out an AI soft toy for a few days. New research indicates I was right to be creeped outIf you’re thinking about buying your kid a new-fangled AI-powered toy for the holidays, may I kindly suggest you don’t? I’m sure most Guardian readers would be horrified by the very

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From ‘glacier aesthetic’ to ‘poetcore’: Pinterest predicts the visual trends of 2026 based on its search data

Artificial Intelligence, Australia news, Fashion, Life and style, Pinterest, Social media

If search interest holds, glitchy glam, cool blue, aliencore and gummy bear aesthetics are among the vibes set to rock the creative world next yearNext year, we’ll mostly be indulging in maximalist circus decor, working on our poetcore, hunting for the ethereal or eating cabbage in a bid for “individuality and self-preservation”, according to Pinterest.The

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‘It has to be genuine’: older influencers drive growth on social media

Artificial Intelligence, Digital media, Fitness, Internet, Life and style, Middle age, Midlake, Social media, Society, YouTube

As midlife audiences turn to digital media, the 55 to 64 age bracket is an increasingly important demographicIn 2022, Caroline Idiens was on holiday halfway up an Italian mountain when her brother called to tell her to check her Instagram account. “I said, ‘I haven’t got any wifi. And he said: ‘Every time you refresh,

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YouTube says it will comply with Australia’s under-16s social media ban, with Lemon8 to also restrict access

Artificial Intelligence, Australia news, Australian politics, Labor party, Life and style, Parents and parenting, Social media, Social media ban, Technology, Young people

Australia’s under-16s social media ban might take weeks to work but all platforms are on notice, government saysFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastYouTube will comply with the federal government’s under-16s social media ban, but its parent company Google has warned the laws

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The 15 best tech gifts in the US for moms, as requested by moms

Apple, Artificial Intelligence, Gadgets, Gift ideas from the Filter US, Life and style, Parents and parenting, Technology

From TheraGuns to koala breathing lights, here are good gizmos for mom, whether your budget is $20 or $220The 163 best holiday gift ideas for 2025, vetted by the Guardian US staffSign up for the Filter US newsletter, your weekly guide to buying fewer, better thingsThe best gift you can give a mom this holiday

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The 110 very best Cyber Monday deals in the US, curated and vetted

Accessories, Artificial Intelligence, Fashion, Fitness, Food, Gadgets, Homes, Life and style, Shopping trips, Shops and shopping, Technology, Travel

Our experts found the best deals and sales that are actually worth your money. Here are our picks for pillows, bath towels, suitcases and more Snag these streaming, tech, travel, home and kitchen Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals Sign up for the Filter US newsletter, your weekly guide to buying fewer, better things The

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The 28 gifts and treats Filter US writers are loving this holiday season

Artificial Intelligence, Beauty, Fashion, Food, Gadgets, Headphones, Homes, Life and style, Men's shoes, Shopping trips, Shops and shopping, Skincare, Technology, Travel, Women's shoes

From durable Converse dupes to laundry detergent sheets, our product reviewers reveal what products earned spots in their daily lives The 163 best holiday gift ideas for 2025, vetted by the Guardian US staff Sign up for the Filter US newsletter, your weekly guide to buying fewer, better things At the Filter US, our writers

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Garmin Fenix 8 Pro review: built-in LTE and satellite for phone-free messaging

Artificial Intelligence, Garmin, Life and style, Running, Smartwatches, Technology

Top adventure watch upgraded with 4G calls, messages, live tracking, satellite texts and SOS for going off the grid The latest update to Garmin’s class-leading Fenix adventure watch adds something that could save your life: phone-free communications and emergency messaging on 4G or via satellite. The Fenix 8 Pro takes the already fantastic Fenix 8

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Oakley Meta Vanguard review: fantastic AI running glasses linked to Garmin

Artificial Intelligence, Gadgets, Garmin, Life and style, Meta, Running, Technology, Wearable technology

Camera-equipped sports shades have secure fit, open-ear speakers, mics and advanced Garmin and Strava integration The Oakley Meta Vanguard are new displayless AI glasses designed for running, cycling and action sports with deep Garmin and Strava integration, which may make them the first smart glasses for sport that actually work. They are a replacement for

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