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This Week’s Reads Here are two recent releases to add to your reading list. Bora Chung — Midnight Timetable: A Novel in Ghost Stories Quick description: A linked collection of ghost stories set around a mysterious research center housing cursed objects. Bora Chung delivers eerie, allegorical vignettes that blend supernatural chills with social commentary. Publication info: Listed in retailer catalogs with recent release information (see links below). Buy: Search on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Midnight+Timetable+Bora+Chung&tag=f1rede-20 Mad Cave Studios — It Killed Everyone But Me Quick description: A 5-issue horror/slasher comic series about Jessica, a therapist and survivor of a brutal massacre who must confront new murders tied to her dark past. Release & buying: Issue #1 and a series bundle are available from Mad Cave Studios (digital and physical): Mad Cave product page.…

The California Department of Insurance (CDI) has issued enforcement actions against Tesla Insurance (which acts as an agent for State National Insurance Company) and State National itself, alleging widespread failures in claims handling that could lead to license suspension or revocation in California. Key points CDI reports a sharp rise in complaints and violations between 2022 and 2025, with hundreds to thousands of complaints and violations attributed to State National and Tesla Insurance in recent years. Accusations include egregious delays in processing claims, failure to conduct fair and objective investigations, and repeated violations of California insurance regulations. Specific counts cited by the CDI (covering 2022–2025): State National: from 97 complaints in 2022 (21 justified) to 1,095 complaints, 415 justified complaints between Jan 1, 2025 and Sep 22, 2025; CDI alleges…

Prime Day Kitchen Deals — Best Discounts on Air Fryers, Espresso Machines & More Amazon Prime Day extended deals include discounts on many of the kitchen appliances our editors recommend. Below are highlights (prices and discounts vary). Click a product link to search Amazon with our affiliate tag. Ninja Creami ice cream maker — Bundle with extra pints. Search: Ninja Creami on Amazon Ninja Dual Foodi Zone (DZ302) — Dual-zone air frying for cooking two items at once: Ninja Dual Foodi Zone on Amazon Ninja 5.5-qt Air Fryer (AF150AMZ) — Compact XL model: Ninja AF150AMZ on Amazon Instant Pot Vortex Plus / Vortex (4QT / 2QT) — Fast preheat air fryers with Clear Cook option: Instant Pot Vortex on Amazon Breville Bambino Plus — Compact espresso machine: Breville Bambino Plus…

Echo Spot (2024) — Prime Day deal: ~$45 (record low) Amazon's Echo Spot (updated 2024 model) is on sale for about $45 during Prime Day — a record-low price for the compact Alexa-powered bedside smart display. It’s pitched as a modern smart alarm clock with a sharper screen and improved speakers compared with earlier versions. Key points Price: ~ $45 (record low during Prime Day) Display: Sharper than previous model — shows time, weather, music info and artwork Sound: Improved speakers for better bedside audio Privacy: Reportedly lacks a camera, making it a good option for nightstand use Smart features: Alexa built-in for alarms, smart-home control, and media — but fewer features than larger Echo Show devices Prime Day timing Prime Day deals (including Echo discounts) are expected around October…

Best October Prime Day TV Deals — Early Discounts on TCL, Hisense, Samsung, Sony October Prime Day is live with early TV discounts across brands like Hisense, Samsung and Sony. Some deals may require an Amazon Prime subscription and prices could still fall closer to Black Friday. Below are our top picks and affiliate links to check current availability and prices. Hisense U8QG 65-inch Mini-LED TV — Great for bright rooms: mini‑LED, strong local dimming, high brightness and a fast refresh rate. Check on Amazon Samsung S90F 55-inch QD-OLED TV — Vivid colors from QD‑OLED, excellent contrast and fast refresh; note Dolby Vision is not supported on this model. Check on Amazon Sony Bravia 8 II 65-inch QD-OLED TV — Excellent image processing and accuracy; premium price but top-tier picture…

Best October Prime Day Laptop Deals October Prime Day has brought a range of laptop discounts for every need — whether you want a lightweight Mac for work, a powerful Windows machine for productivity or gaming, or an affordable Chromebook for everyday tasks. Here’s a concise roundup of the top deals and what to look for when shopping. Why these deals matter Laptop prices on Amazon fluctuate often, so Prime Day is a good chance to lock in savings. Prioritize reputable brands (Apple, Dell, Lenovo, HP, Acer), at least 16GB RAM and 256GB+ SSD for general use, and a dedicated GPU for gaming. Top MacBook deals Apple MacBook Air (15-inch, M4) — $1,078 (approx. 10% off) Apple MacBook Pro (14-inch, M4) — $1,399 (approx. 13% off) Apple MacBook Pro (16-inch,…

Ring Battery Doorbell Plus — 47% Off (Lowest Price) The Ring Battery Doorbell Plus is on sale for $80 (was $150), a 47% discount — the lowest price we've seen for this model, ahead of Prime Day (Oct 7–8). Key specs Video: 1536p high-resolution Field of view: 150° "head-to-toe" — captures packages at your doorstep Features: motion detection, privacy zones, color night vision, Live View with two-way talk Power: battery-powered (no hardwiring required); battery life varies from weeks to months depending on usage Subscription: Ring Protect required for advanced alerts (package alerts) and video storage — plans start at $5/month Buy on Amazon (search): Ring Battery Doorbell Plus on Amazon Note: This summary is based on current deal reporting and product specs. The original report appeared on Engadget; links to…

Best Amazon Prime Day Vacuum Deals (Updated) Robot vacuums and cordless sticks are on steep Prime Day discounts — now’s a great time to automate cleaning. Below is an updated list of notable deals and where to find them on Amazon. Dyson V15 Detect Plus — $570 (33% off)Top pick for cordless power and smart cleaning. Shop on Amazon Dyson Ball Animal Total Clean Upright — $410 (38% off)Excellent upright for deep-cleaning carpets and sealed suction. Shop on Amazon Shark AV2501AE AI Robot Vacuum — $459 (29% off)Good for larger homes; self-empty base lasts up to 60 days. Shop on Amazon Shark PowerDetect NeverTouch — $450 (55% off)Robotic mop/vac that self-cleans, refills and empties for long stretches. Shop on Amazon Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 — $300 (57% off, Prime exclusive)Robot…

Best Prime Day tech deals under $50Prime Day is a great time to snag inexpensive tech and accessories. Below are top deals under $50, short descriptions, and Amazon search links (affiliate tag included).Amazon Echo Pop Kids — $33Compact smart speaker for kids; includes 6 months of Amazon Kids. Buy on AmazonApple MagSafe Charger (25W, 2m) — $35Qi2.2-certified MagSafe puck with 2m cable for flexible charging. Buy on AmazonAmazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max — $404K HDR streaming, Dolby Vision & Wi‑Fi 6E. Buy on AmazonBlink Video Doorbell — $35Affordable video doorbell solution. Buy on AmazonRing Battery Doorbell — $49.99Wireless HD recording and vertical coverage. Buy on AmazonBlink Mini 2 (2‑pack) — $35 / (3‑pack) — $50Budget indoor cams; plug‑in design. Buy on AmazonAnker 622 5K Magnetic Power Bank w/ stand…

Microsoft Removes DLC Discounts for Xbox Game PassMicrosoft Removes DLC Discounts for Xbox Game Pass, Replaces With Rewards PointsMicrosoft has quietly removed direct DLC/add-on discounts for Xbox Game Pass subscribers and replaced them with Microsoft Rewards points. According to reports, the change applies broadly to all games and DLC purchases in the Game Pass library.Key detailsDirect DLC discounts removed and replaced by Rewards points.Game Pass Ultimate members receive 10% of qualifying purchases back in Microsoft Rewards points.Game Pass Premium (or similar lower tiers) receive 5% back in Rewards points.Change is not limited to a single franchise — it applies to all games/DLC purchases.Arrives shortly after Game Pass price increases, prompting subscriber concern.What this meansSubscribers lose the immediate price reduction they previously received when buying DLC. Rewards points can be redeemed…