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Lea Thompson on working with her daughters Maddie and Zoey Deutch

Lea Thompson on working with her daughters Maddie and Zoey Deutch

Madelyn Deutch, Lea Thompson and Zoey Deutch. Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images

Out of Back to the future To Changed at birth, Leah Thompson‘s prolific career spans decades and genres. However, the actress’ proudest career moment was working with her daughters. Maddie And Zoey German.

“The proudest moment of my career was showing my daughters Madelyn Deutch and Zoey Deutch The year of the spectacular menthe film I made with them,” Thompson, 63, reveals exclusively in the latest issue of Us weeklynow at the kiosk. “My daughters Maddie and Zoey produced it and starred in it with me, and Maddie wrote it, composed the music and wrote and sang the songs. Being able to create something that I admire and love with my two daughters was my proudest moment.”

The 2017 film was a complete family affair, with Thompson’s husband, Howard Germanalso works as a producer. The film is Thompson’s feature directorial debut and follows Maddie as Izzy Klein and Zoey as her sister Sabrina as they navigate young adulthood. Thompson also plays the mother of her daughters in the film.

As Maddie and Zoey have built their respective careers, they can rely on Thompson for advice on navigating Hollywood — and, of course, vintage clothing.

“I collect a lot of things, but my favorite collection is vintage clothing because I can use them in different movies and my kids can rent them,” Thompson said Us.

Keep scrolling to see more funny anecdotes from Thompson, who is currently starring on Hallmark+ The chicken sisters:

New episodes of The chicken sisters can be streamed every Thursday on Hallmark+.

1. My favorite vacation spot is my double-wide in Montana.

Lea Thompson on working with her daughters Maddie and Zoey Deutch My Proudest Moment

Lea Thompson attends the Los Angeles premiere of “The Substance” at the Directors Guild Of America on September 16, 2024. Jon Kopaloff/Getty Images

2. I refer to mine chicken sisters Character, Nancy, because she’s such a family man. She will do anything to keep her family together. I’m different because I swear a lot.

3. I kept both pink date night outfits Kind of wonderful.

4. I have ambidextrous eyebrows. I can lift one eyebrow at a time, which is especially important when you’re an aging actress, which means I don’t have Botox in my eyebrows.

5. My favorite childhood memory is swimming all day in the lake with my brothers and sisters in Minnesota.

6. My first car was a white AMC Gremlin. It was a very strange car. The car cost $999 new and it was such a terrible car that it was stolen – and returned – twice. Nobody wanted it!

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“Great Scott!” “Back to the Future” was released in cinemas in July 1985 – and has been an integral part of pop culture ever since. Michael J. Fox plays teenager Marty McFly, who is married to eccentric scientist Dr. Emmett Brown (Christopher Lloyd) travels back in time from 1985 to 1955 and meets his parents in high school […]

7. My favorite item in my closet is my mother’s painting jacket, which has paint all over it. She died so I put it on to get a hug from her every day.

8. If I wasn’t an actor, I would probably be what I was originally: a dance teacher or choreographer because I was a ballet dancer. My first job was with a ballet company, the Minnesota Dance Theater. I was paid $63 a week.

9. My favorite movie is one that I have loved since I was a little girl growing up in Minnesota: Harold and Maude. The soundtrack is by Cat Stevens, who was also one of my favorite songwriters.

10. The actress I looked up to as a child was Audrey Hepburn. I just thought she was everything.

11. My favorite song to sing at karaoke is “Something to Talk About” by Bonnie Raitt.

12. The proudest moment of my career was showing my daughters Madelyn Deutch and Zoey Deutch The year of the spectacular menthe film I made with them. My daughters Maddie and Zoey produced it and starred in it with me, and Maddie wrote it, composed the music, and wrote and sang the songs. Being able to create something that I admire and love with my two daughters was my proudest moment.

Lea Thompson on working with her daughters Maddie and Zoey Deutch My Proudest Moment

Madelyn Deutch, Lea Thompson and Zoey Deutch in “The Year of the Spectacular Men.” MarVista Entertainment

13. My favorite thing to cook is my mother’s spaghetti, which is whatever is in the fridge and minced meat.

14. I’m really into Chinese food. My favorite takeout order is chicken, vegetables, and fried rice.

15. Growing up, I had crushes on celebrities Michael Jackson. The big thing was Donnie Osmond or Michael Jackson, and I was in the Michael Jackson group.

16. My favorite book is Sapiens: A Brief History of Humanity from Yuval Noah Harari. I love the science of being human because I feel like it helps me become a better actor and director. It’s a fascinating book, I just love it. I read it three times because I want to remember everything in it.

17. The movie I starred in that I always watch when it’s on TV is Back to the future because it’s on TV a lot.

Lea Thompson on working with her daughters Maddie and Zoey Deutch My Proudest Moment

Lea Thompson in Back to the Future, 1985. Cover images

18. My most impressed moment was when I met Sally Ridethe first woman to ever be in space when I was filming SpaceCamp. I was so speechless and stunned. I’ve always been a space junkie, I just love space and science fiction.

19. I can’t live without a bath, this is how I relax.

20. I collect many things, but my favorite collection is vintage clothing because I can use them in different movies and my children can borrow them.

21. My secret talent is making amazing Halloween costumes.

22. The most famous person in my phone book is Michael J Fox. He was mine [onscreen] son for [almost] 40 years!

23. One thing I learned from playing Amanda Jones Somehow wonderful was that I really shouldn’t wear a miniskirt and cowboy boots. Things don’t look good for me.

24. The song that brings back the best memories is “Don’t Stop Believin'” by Journey, because that was a hit when I started acting and I was getting role after role.

25. My favorite moment from Caroline in the city was in the episode “Caroline and the Taxi Driver”. I couldn’t stop laughing Saverio Guerrawho played the taxi driver.

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How to install and uninstall Microsoft Edge

How to install and uninstall Microsoft Edge


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Microsoft Edge is a controversial browser that is the default internet access tool on the Windows operating system. While many users might be fine using Edge as a primary web browser on Windows, countless others take issue with many aspects of the browser, including bloatware features and privacy concerns, among others.

With Microsoft investing in AI features such as Copilot, Microsoft Edge has become even more of an integral part of Windows. Microsoft is making the program harder for users to remove from its native operating system. Edge is also available for other device ecosystems, such as Apple and Chromebook, for those interested in a different experience.

Here’s a rundown on how to install and delete the Microsoft Edge browser on different desktops.

Microsoft Edge logo.

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How to install Microsoft Edge for Windows

Step 1: Open another browser, such as Chrome, Firefox, Opera, or Safari. Head to the official Microsoft Edge download page.

Step 2: Accept the Microsoft software license agreement, choose the language from the drop-down menu, select Accept, and download.

Step 3: The Microsoft Edge .exe download file will complete. Open the file to continue with the installation wizard.

Step 4: Once the download is complete, the Microsoft Edge browser will automatically pop up, ready for use.

Alternatively, you can access the Microsoft Edge browser from the Microsoft Store.

Step 5: Open the Microsoft Store from the Windows logo.

Step 6: Search for Microsoft Edge in the search bar.

Step 7: Select Microsoft Edge among the search results.

Step 8: Select the Install button and the app will begin to install.

Microsoft Edge download page.

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How to install Microsoft Edge for Mac

Step 1: Open a browser and head to the official download page for Microsoft Edge on macOS.

Step 2: Accept the Microsoft software license agreement, select Accept and download.

Step 3: The Microsoft Edge .dmg file will complete. Open the file to continue with the installation wizard.

Step 4: Enter your password when prompted and wait for the installation to complete.

Step 5: When you see the prompt asking if you want to delete the installer files, you can select Empty bin.

Step 6: To find the newly installed Microsoft Edge browser, select Launchpad on the dock and look for the Edge icon.

Step 7: Select Microsoft Edge to open the browser and it is ready for use.

Step 8: To uninstall Microsoft Edge on macOS, find and remove it in your Applications folder.

Installing Microsoft Edge on Chromebook.

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How to install Microsoft Edge for Chromebook

Step 1: Open the Google Play Store.

Step 2: Search “Microsoft Edge.”

Step 3: Select Install. The app will install.

Step 4: Select Open. The app will ask if you want to make it your default browser.

Step 5: Make your choice. Then log into your Microsoft account if you choose and begin browsing.

Step 6: During the first browsing experience, you will see an option allowing you to choose between phone, tablet, and sizable screen configurations. Change the screen to sizable if you’re on a desktop. This will allow you to maximize your screen.

Step 7: Similar to macOS, you can uninstall Microsoft Edge, just like any other app in ChromeOS.

Microsoft Edge uninstall grayed out in Windows settings.

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How to uninstall Microsoft Edge on Windows

Uninstalling Microsoft Edge from Windows is a challenge because the app is a default app on Windows OS and is also the system’s default browser. In prior years, Microsoft allowed for a simple uninstall process through its settings; however, the uninstall option is now grayed out if you attempt to remove the app from your system. This restriction also varies depending on where in the world you live. If you live in the EU, you can uninstall Microsoft Edge in the traditional way via settings, but if you’re in the U.S. or U.K., this function is not available. You should check to ensure that the ability to uninstall the browser is available in your region.

There are roundabout methods for uninstalling Microsoft Edge, such as using uninstaller apps or Command Prompts. However, these options can break various functions on your computer system, including the new Copilot AI tool and features in the Microsoft App Store that are also default aspects of Windows. Attempting to uninstall the app could also leave your desktop in a loading loop and in need of additional troubleshooting. Over time, Microsoft has sent out updates that override the effectiveness of these methods as well. It is also possible for Microsoft to reinstall Edge in a future update, leaving you stuck with the browser once again.

Microsoft recommends not attempting to uninstall the Edge browser, but here are some of the safest methods available for removing the app from your desktop.

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Ignore Microsoft Edge

The safest option is to ignore Microsoft Edge and use a different browser option, such as Chrome, Firefox, Opera, or any other of your preference. You can remove the browser visually from your desktop, start menu, and taskbar by right-clicking the icon and selecting delete or un-pin. However, Microsoft Edge will still live on your desktop in the background.

To ensure your system favors the browser of your choice over Microsoft Edge, you can set it as your default browser. Go to Settings > Default Apps > Search or Scroll Through Set Defaults for Applications to find your choice browser. Select the browser, then select Default. It will become the main browser that your desktop responds to, overriding Microsoft Edge.

Registry editor method to uninstall Microsoft Edge.

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Registry editor uninstall on Windows

The Registry Editor option essentially enables the uninstall ability in Microsoft Settings so you can proceed to uninstall Microsoft Edge as you would normally. This method will highlight the uninstall option in Settings once more, in theory allowing you to uninstall Microsoft Edge. However, some who have attempted to use this method claim it does not remove the browser; it just opens the uninstall option. It also seems to work for some users and not for others. So proceed with caution when using this method.

Step 1: To open the Windows Registry Editor, go to the Start search box, type “regedit,” and select Registry Editor. Select Yes in the pop-up window asking if you can make changes to your Windows system.

Step 2: The Windows Registry Editor is a large folder that serves as a tool for editing the Windows operating system and its applications.

Step 3: Double-click through the following sequence of folders to find the option you need to select:

Computer\HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\WOW6432Node\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Uninstall\Microsoft Edge

Step 4: Once in the Microsoft Edge folder, options will appear on the right. Double-click the NoRemove option and set the value to 0.

Step 5: Restart your computer.

Step 6: Back in Windows, open the Settings app and follow this path: Apps > Installed Apps > Microsoft Edge.

Step 7: Click the three-dot drop-down menu and the Uninstall option should be highlighted. Select it to begin the uninstall process.

Step 8: You should receive a pop-up confirming that you want to make changes to your device, Select OK. If the deletion process completes, Microsoft Edge will disappear from the settings list.

PowerShell command method to uninstall Microsoft Edge.

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Microsoft Edge PowerShell command uninstall

The PowerShell Command allows you to make changes to the Windows operating system at the administrator level. This is what allows you to make edits to programs like Microsoft Edge because, as an administrator, PowerShell Command has deeper access than a standard user. However, this is an older workaround method, and some users have also reported it may not work as well as it has in the past. So proceed with caution when using this method.

Step 1: Access the Windows File Explorer by selecting the icon or pressing Win+E.

Step 2: Type or paste the following into the address bar of your Windows File Explorer and press Enter.

C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft\Edge\Application

Step 3: Open the folder with a numbered name and the most recently modified date. Its name should have a sequence like this: 128.0.2729.76.

Step 4: Find the Installer folder, then right-click and select Copy as path.

Step 5: Open Terminal as an administrator (search Terminal in Start search, right-click, and select Run as Administrator) to open Windows PowerShell.

Step 6: Type cd, then paste the path you copied from the previous folder. If done correctly, it should resemble the following command.

“C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft\Edge\Application\128.0.2729.76\Installer”

Step 7: Press Enter and PowerShell will begin to run the command that will modify the Installer folder.

Step 8: Copy and paste the following command into PowerShell and press Enter.

  • .\setup.exe -uninstall -system-level -verbose-logging -force-uninstall*

Step 9: Once the command process is complete, Microsoft Edge should be removed from your desktop.

Another PowerShell command method to uninstall Microsoft Edge.

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Microsoft Edge PowerShell Command uninstall, second option

This PowerShell Command is an alternate that you can try if the first option does not work. Similarly, both function by working through Microsoft’s administrator level. This method attempts to remove components of Microsoft Edge at the compressed package level. Meanwhile, the first method changes the browser installer functions, creating a force-uninstall. This second option is also an older workaround that may not work or could result in Edge returning in a future update. You should also proceed with caution when using this method.

Step 1: Open Terminal as an administrator (search Terminal in Start search, right-click, and select Run as Administrator)

Step 2: Type or paste the following command into PowerShell and press Enter to begin the process.

*get-appxpackage *edge**

Step 3: Find the option PackageFullName on the left side list and highlight the accompanying data on the right. It should look similar to the command below.

Microsoft.MicrosoftEdge.Stable_126.0.2641.99_neutral__8wekyb3d8bbwe

Step 4: Copy the text using Ctrl+C on your keyboard.

Step 5: Type “remove-appxpackage” at the bottom of the PowerShell window, then paste the command right after that text. It should resemble the following.

Remove-appxpackage Microsoft.MicrosoftEdge.Stable_126.0.2641.99_neutral__8wekyb3d8bbwe

Step 6: Press Enter and allow the command to run. Once complete, Microsoft Edge should be removed from your desktop.

Wise program method to uninstall Microsoft Edge.

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Wise program uninstaller for Microsoft Edge

The Wise uninstaller option is one many people have been using to remove Microsoft Edge on Windows as other options either stop working or begin to cause problems on desktops. This method is also one that creates a force uninstall for Microsoft Edge. The meticulousness of trying to find and manually select the additional Edge-related files to delete increases the chance of causing a boot loop error if Microsoft attempts to reinstall the browser onto your desktop. However, removing all of the extra features doesn’t seem to be necessary. Overall, proceed with caution when using this method.

Step 1: Head to the Wise Program Uninstaller and select Free Download.

Step 2: Accept the terms and the download package will begin.

Step 3: The installer will pop up. Uncheck the first box and press Finish.

Step 4: The Wise Uninstaller program will open. You should see Microsoft Edge in the list of programs.

Step 5: Highlight Microsoft Edge and click Force uninstall. Be sure to create restore points before making any major change to your system.

Step 6: Click Select all in the next pop-up and then Remove to delete additional files.

Step 7: Highlight the Edge icon under browser extensions on the left and uninstall the files listed.

Step 8: Go through all of the tabs and find all of the Microsoft Edge-associated files and uninstall them.

Step 9: Restart your desktop and all Microsoft Edge icons should be removed, indicating that the program is uninstalled.

How to make sure Microsoft Edge doesn’t install itself again

There is a second step you can take to ensure that Microsoft Edge does not reinstall onto your desktop after you have uninstalled the browser. This method utilizes the Registry Editor from a previous uninstall method, with different steps to ensure that the already uninstalled program won’t return.

Step 1: To open the Windows Registry Editor, go to the Start search box, type “regedit,” and select Registry Editor. Select Yes in the pop-up window asking if you can make changes to your Windows system.

Step 2: Double-click through the following sequence of folders to find the option you need to select:

Computer\HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft

Step 3: Once at the Microsoft folder, right-click the folder and select New>Key.

Step 4: This will create a new folder. Name the folder “EdgeUpdate.” It will be at the end of the list in the Microsoft folder.

Step 5: Now, right-click inside the EdgeUpdate folder on the right and select New>Key.

Step 6: This will create another new file. Name the file “DoNotUpdateToEdgeWithChromium.”

Step 7: Double-click the option you just created. This will bring up a pop-up that you must edit. Change the value from 1 to 0 and then press OK.

Step 8: Restart your desktop. This process should prevent Microsoft Edge from reinstalling on your desktop again.






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The University of Wisconsin fires the porn industry’s former chancellor, who wanted to stay on as a professor

The University of Wisconsin fires the porn industry’s former chancellor, who wanted to stay on as a professor

The University of Wisconsin Board of Regents voted unanimously Friday to fire a communications professor who wanted to keep his job after he was fired as chancellor of one of the system’s campuses for producing pornographic films. Joe Gow, who had served as UW-La Crosse’s chancellor for nearly 17 years, argued last week that he should be retained in a teaching position on campus. But the university’s lawyers argued that he behaved unethically, violated the terms of his employment contract, damaged the university’s reputation and compromised its mission. The regents met in closed session Friday morning before publicly voting to fire Gow. There was no public discussion before the board vote. Gow said he is considering filing a lawsuit to keep his teaching job. He did not immediately respond to a message Friday morning. Gow has been on paid leave from his faculty position since the regents fired him as chancellor in 2023, shortly after university leaders became aware of the videos posted on pornographic websites. The case has drawn national attention both for the salaciousness of a high-ranking university official making pornographic films and speaking publicly about them and for the questions it raises about free speech rights. Gow argued that his videos and two e-books he and his wife Carmen have published about their experiences in adult films are protected by the First Amendment. The university’s attorney argued that Gow’s videos themselves were legal, but that they were not protected by his employment contract. Zach Greenberg, an attorney at the free speech advocacy group Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression, called the regents’ decision “a major blow to…” academic freedom and the right to free speech.” “FIRE has said time and time again: Public universities cannot sacrifice the First Amendment to protect their reputation,” Greenberg said. “We are disappointed that the UW has caved to donors and politicians by alienating a tenured professor.” Republican lawmakers already view the Wisconsin university system as a liberal incubator. Last year they forced the company to scale back its diversity initiatives. System President Jay Rothman has tried to avoid further angering conservatives as he seeks approval for an $855 million increase in the next state budget. Gow’s hope of teaching in the classroom again was rejected by his department head, Linda Dickmeyer. She said because Gow hasn’t taught in 20 years, he will be assigned general education courses, but she refuses to allow him to return to teaching in any role. Gow was criticized in 2018 for inviting porn actress Nina Hartley to give a talk on campus. She received $5,000 from tuition fees for her performance. He came up with the idea of ​​bringing her to campus after filming a pornographic video with her, the university said. Gow and his wife’s e-books were written under the pseudonyms “Monogamy with Benefits: How Porn Enhances Our Relationships” and “Married with Benefits.” Our real-life adventures in the adult industry.” But they also star in a YouTube channel called “Sexy Healthy Cooking,” in which the couple cooks meals with porn actors.

The University of Wisconsin Board of Regents voted unanimously Friday to fire a communications professor who wanted to keep his job after he was fired as chancellor of one of the system’s campuses for producing pornographic films.

Joe Gow, who served as UW-La Crosse’s chancellor for nearly 17 years, argued last week that he should retain a teaching position on campus. But the university’s lawyers argued that he behaved unethically, violated the terms of his employment contract, damaged the university’s reputation and compromised its mission.

The regents met in closed session Friday morning before publicly voting to fire Gow. There was no public discussion before the board vote.

Gow said he is considering filing a lawsuit to keep his teaching job. He did not immediately respond to a message Friday morning.

Gow has been on paid leave from his faculty position since the regents fired him as chancellor in 2023, shortly after university leadership became aware of the videos posted on pornographic websites.

The case has drawn national attention both for the salaciousness of a high-ranking university official making and speaking publicly about pornographic films and for the questions it raises about free speech rights.

Gow argued that his videos and two e-books that he and his wife Carmen published about their experiences in adult films were protected by the First Amendment. The university’s attorney argued that Gow’s videos themselves were legal, but that they were not protected by his employment contract.

Zach Greenberg, an attorney with the free speech advocacy group Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression, called the regents’ decision “a major blow to academic freedom and the right to free expression.”

“FIRE has said time and time again: Public universities cannot sacrifice the First Amendment to protect their reputations,” Greenberg said. “We are disappointed that the UW has caved to donors and politicians by alienating a tenured professor.”

Republican lawmakers already view Wisconsin’s university system as a liberal incubator. Last year they forced the company to scale back its diversity initiatives. System President Jay Rothman has tried to avoid further angering conservatives as he seeks approval for an $855 million increase in the next state budget.

Gow’s hope of teaching in the classroom again was rejected by his department head, Linda Dickmeyer. She said that because Gow had not taught in 20 years, he would be assigned general education courses, but she declined to allow him to return to teaching in any capacity.

Gow was criticized in 2018 for inviting porn actress Nina Hartley to speak on campus. She received $5,000 from tuition fees for her performance. The university said he came up with the idea of ​​bringing her to campus after filming a pornographic video with her.

Gow and his wife’s e-books were written under the pseudonyms “Monogamy with Benefits: How Porn Enhances Our Relationships” and “Married with Benefits – Our Real Adventures in the Adult Industry.” But they also star in a YouTube channel called “Sexy Healthy Cooking,” in which the couple cooks meals with porn actors.

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Is it worth going global?

Is it worth going global?

Global Entry is a Trusted Traveler program offered by U.S. Customs and Border Protection. As a full-time digital nomad, I can’t recommend anything more than Global Entry. I’ve been traveling internationally for years and have been saved by Global Entry on more than one occasion, especially when it came to making a good connection. Here you can find out whether Global Entry is worth it for you.

A person using a global access kiosk.

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Benefits of Global Entry

The main benefit of Global Entry is expedited entry into the United States from abroad. If you are landing in the US after an international flight, you can use a dedicated Global Entry lane to get to a Global Entry kiosk. Most of the time, you don’t need to scan your passport – biometric information is used to clear you at immigration. Once the kiosk tells you you can proceed, you will go to an immigration officer who will welcome you back into the country.

In theory, that sounds a bit unnecessary. In practice, it’s one of my favorite and most valuable travel benefits. Queues at entry can be long. Therefore, avoiding this queue can be the difference between connecting or missing your flight. You don’t have to deal with any processing lines or paperwork.

Global Entry also includes TSA PreCheck benefits, so you don’t need to apply for these programs separately. With TSA PreCheck, you can pass through a special security checkpoint without having to remove your shoes or belt or take liquids and large electronic devices from your luggage. With TSA PreCheck, you can get through security significantly faster, so you can arrive at the airport later than usual and easily pass through security before boarding your flight.

Details about costs and application process

The only downside to Global Entry is the lengthy registration process, but it is still quite straightforward. You can create a Trusted Traveler Programs account, complete the application, and pay the $100 non-refundable fee. Customs and Border Protection will then review your application and notify you whether your application has been conditionally approved or denied. About 80 percent of applications receive notification within two weeks, but the other 20 percent can take a year or longer.

After you receive conditional approval, you can schedule an interview at a Global Entry Enrollment Center. This is the most difficult part of the registration process. As the program becomes increasingly popular, available appointments fill up very quickly. So keep an eye out for vacancies. There are fewer Global Entry Enrollment Centers than TSA PreCheck locations, so you may have to travel to your appointment.

When I enrolled in 2019, I scheduled my appointment while traveling to Miami because my home airport was not an enrollment center. Bring your passport and another form of identification, such as a driver’s license or ID card, to your appointment.

After the interview, you will receive your card in the mail and can use the benefits immediately. You don’t have to bring your Global Entry card to the airport to use the program, but it can’t hurt.

A person using a Global Entry kiosk.

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Why global market entry is worthwhile

Global Entry is worthwhile for anyone who travels internationally at least somewhat regularly. The cost of re-enrolling is only slightly higher than re-enrolling in TSA PreCheck and the validity period is the same. You can spend a little more on your application and get all the great TSA PreCheck benefits and expedited entry into the US

If you plan to travel abroad even once a year, Global Entry is worth it. If not, it may be easier to apply for TSA PreCheck, but it just can’t hurt to sign up for Global Entry even if you don’t have any international travel planned. Make sure you already have a valid passport before submitting the application.

Tips for free worldwide entry

The best way to get Global Entry for free is to take advantage of credit card statement credits. Several credit cards offer this benefit, from Capital One’s Venture Rewards Card with a $95 annual fee to the AmEx Platinum Card with a $695 annual fee. Unfortunately, there are no other ways to get Global Entry for free other than credit cards.

Credit cards with an annual fee under $100:

These cards include:

  • Aeroplan® Credit Card: $95
  • Arvest Visa Signature® Credit Card: $0
  • Bank of America Premium Rewards Credit Card: $95
  • Capital One Venture Card: $95
  • Choice Privileges Select Mastercard®: $95
  • IHG One Rewards Premier Credit Card: $99
  • Navy Federal Credit Union Visa Signature® Flagship Rewards Card: $49
  • PenFed Pathfinder Rewards Visa Signature Card: $95, discounted for existing PenFed Honors Advantage members
  • Provident World+ Travel Visa Signature Card: $0 annual introductory fee for the first year, then $45
  • United Explorer Card: $0 introductory fee for the first year, $95 thereafter
  • USAA Eagle Navigator Visa Signature Credit Card: $95
  • US Bank Altitude Connect Visa Signature Card: $0
  • US Bank FlexPerks Gold American Express Card: $85

Premium credit cards:

  • Capital One Venture X Card: $395
  • Chase Sapphire Reserve® Credit Card: $550
  • Citi/AAdvantage Executive World Elite MasterCard: $595
  • Delta SkyMiles Platinum American Express Card: $350
  • Delta SkyMiles Reserve American Express Card: $650
  • HSBC Elite World Elite Mastercard: $395 for qualified HSBC Bank customers
  • Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant American Express Card: $650
  • MasterCard Black Card: $495
  • MasterCard Gold card: $995
  • The Platinum Card® from American Express: $695
  • SKYPASS Select Visa Signature Card: $450
  • Truist Enjoy Beyond Credit Card: $195
  • UBS Visa Infinite Credit Card: $495
  • United Club Infinite card: $525
  • United Quest Card: $250
  • US Bank Altitude Reserve Visa Infinite Card: $400

Business credit cards:

  • Capital One® Venture X® Business Card: $395
  • IHG One Rewards Premier Business Credit Card: $99
  • Southwest Rapid Rewards® Performance Business Credit Card: $199
  • The Business Platinum Card® from American Express: $695
  • Capital One Spark Miles for Business: $0 annual introductory fee for the first year, then $95

For most travelers, having a credit card that allows them to earn valuable points on travel purchases and reimburse the Global Entry registration fee is more than worthwhile. However, if you don’t want to apply for a new credit card, paying just $100 for five years of Global Entry and TSA PreCheck benefits is perfectly reasonable.

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Welcome to Meta’s future, where everyone carries cameras

Welcome to Meta’s future, where everyone carries cameras

Cameras stared at me all over Meta’s Menlo Park campus. I’m not talking about security cameras or my fellow reporters’ DSLRs. I’m not even talking about smartphones. I mean the Ray-Ban and Meta smart glasses that Meta hopes we will all wear – in some form one day.

I visited Meta for this year’s Connect conference, where almost every hardware product included cameras. These are the Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses, which have received a software update, the new Quest 3S virtual reality headset and Meta’s prototype Orion AR glasses. Orion is what Meta calls a “time machine”: a working example of what full-fledged AR could look like, years before it will be consumer-ready.

But at least on Meta’s campus, the Ray-Bans were already everywhere. It was a different kind of time machine: a glimpse into CEO Mark Zuckerberg’s future world, where glasses are the new phones.

I’m conflicted about this.

The Ray-Ban Meta data glasses.
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Meta really wants to point cameras in your face. The glasses that follow 2021’s Ray-Ban Stories are apparently on the rise in this regard, as Zuckerberg said The edge Sales are going “very well”. They are not full-fledged AR glasses as they do not have a screen to display information, although they are becoming more powerful with AI features. But they’re perfect for what the entire meta-empire is built on: encouraging people to share their lives online.

The glasses come in a variety of classic Ray-Ban styles, but right now it’s obvious that users don’t just wear glasses. As I strolled around campus, I spotted the telltale signs on person after person: two prominent circular cutouts on the edges of their lenses, one for a 12-megapixel ultrawide camera and the other for an indicator light.

This light flashes when a user takes photos and videos and is also generally visible in sunlight. In theory, this should have reassured me: when the lights weren’t on, I could trust that no one was taking pictures of me eating lunch before my meetings.

But when I talked to people on campus, I was always a little nervous. I was very aware of these circles and checked to see if anyone was filming me when I wasn’t paying attention. The sheer potential of a recording would distract me from conversation and create a quiet, anxious hum in the background.

When I put a pair on myself, the situation changed

When I put a pair on myself, the situation suddenly changed. I had been hesitant as a potential target for recording, fearing that I might be photographed or filmed as a byproduct of polite eye contact. However, with the glasses on my own face, I felt like I should record more. There’s something truly fascinating about the experience of a camera right at eye level. By simply pressing a button on the glasses, I could take a photo or video of anything I saw, at the exact angle I saw it. No fumbling around pulling out my phone and hoping the moment lasts. There may be no better way to share my reality with other people.

Metas smart glasses have been around for a few years now, and I’m hardly the first – or even the first – to offer them The edge – to be impressed by them. But this was the first time I saw these glasses not as early adopter technology, but as a ubiquitous product like a phone or a smartwatch. I’ve gotten a glimpse of how this seamless capture would work on a large scale, and the prospect is both exciting and terrifying.

The camera phone was a revolution in itself and we are still grappling with its social impact. Now almost anyone can document police brutality or capture a fleeting, funny moment, but also take creep photos and post them online or (a far lesser offense, to be clear) antagonize people at concerts. What happens when even the minimal friction of pulling out a phone is eliminated and billions of people can instantly snap a photo of everything they see?

Personally, I can see how this would be incredibly useful for taking candid photos of my new baby, who is already starting to recognize when a phone takes a photo of her. However, it’s not hard to imagine far more malicious uses. Sure, you might think that we’ve all gotten used to everyone pointing their phone cameras at everything, but I’m not entirely sure that’s a good thing; I don’t like that there’s a chance I’ll end up on someone’s TikTok just because I left the house. (The rise of sophisticated facial recognition makes the risks even greater.) With glasses cameras ubiquitous, I feel like there’s an even greater chance that my face will show up somewhere on the Internet without my permission.

The integration of cameras into a visual aid that is essential for many people also carries clear risks. If you already wear glasses and switch to prescription smart glasses, you will either have to carry a low-tech replacement pair or accept that they will be used in potentially very inconvenient places, such as: B. a public toilet, remains attached. The current Ray-Ban Meta glasses are mostly sunglasses, which is why they are probably not the first choice for most people. But you can get them with clear and transition lenses, and I bet Meta would rather market them as everyday glasses.

Of course, there’s no guarantee that most people will buy them. The Ray-Ban Meta glasses are pretty good gadgets now, but I was on the Meta campus meeting Meta staff to see the Meta hardware for a Meta event. Unsurprisingly, Meta’s latest hardware has been commonplace, and it doesn’t necessarily tell us much about what people outside of this world want.

Camera glasses have been around for years. Remember how magical it is to photograph what’s right in front of your eyes? My former colleague Sean O’Kane reported almost exactly the same experience with Snap Spectacles back in 2016.

But Meta is the first company to make a credible effort to achieve mainstream acceptance. They’re a lot of fun – and that’s what scares me a little.

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Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Speedrunner wasted absolutely no time breaking Echoes of Wisdom into little pieces

Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Speedrunner wasted absolutely no time breaking Echoes of Wisdom into little pieces

A The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom speedrun streamer has gotten their hands on Echoes of Wisdom, and unsurprisingly, they’re tearing it apart with their speedrun brains.

SmallAnt is a streamer known for his antics in Mario, Pokemon, and Minecraft, but he has also been known to extend these escapades to games like Tears of the Kingdom, where he was only the second person to 100 the game % played through. After SmallAnt also tries to defeat Tears of the Kingdom without using any key items and collects every stone in Hyrule, it seems like he’s finally running out of things to do – just in time for Echoes of Wisdom appears.

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Is it worth going global?

Is it worth going global?

Global Entry is a Trusted Traveler program offered by U.S. Customs and Border Protection. As a full-time digital nomad, I can’t recommend anything more than Global Entry. I’ve been traveling internationally for years and have been saved by Global Entry on more than one occasion, especially when it came to making a good connection. Here you can find out whether Global Entry is worth it for you.

A person using a global access kiosk.

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Benefits of Global Entry

The main benefit of Global Entry is expedited entry into the United States from abroad. If you are landing in the US after an international flight, you can use a dedicated Global Entry lane to get to a Global Entry kiosk. Most of the time, you don’t need to scan your passport – biometric information is used to clear you at immigration. Once the kiosk tells you you can proceed, you will go to an immigration officer who will welcome you back into the country.

In theory, that sounds a bit unnecessary. In practice, it’s one of my favorite and most valuable travel benefits. Queues at entry can be long. Therefore, avoiding this queue can be the difference between connecting or missing your flight. You don’t have to deal with any processing lines or paperwork.

Global Entry also includes TSA PreCheck benefits, so you don’t need to apply for these programs separately. With TSA PreCheck, you can pass through a special security checkpoint without having to remove your shoes or belt or take liquids and large electronic devices from your luggage. With TSA PreCheck, you can get through security significantly faster, so you can arrive at the airport later than usual and easily pass through security before boarding your flight.

Details about costs and application process

The only downside to Global Entry is the lengthy registration process, but it is still quite straightforward. You can create a Trusted Traveler Programs account, complete the application, and pay the $100 non-refundable fee. Customs and Border Protection will then review your application and notify you whether your application has been conditionally approved or denied. About 80 percent of applications receive notification within two weeks, but the other 20 percent can take a year or longer.

After you receive conditional approval, you can schedule an interview at a Global Entry Enrollment Center. This is the most difficult part of the registration process. As the program becomes increasingly popular, available appointments fill up very quickly. So keep an eye out for vacancies. There are fewer Global Entry Enrollment Centers than TSA PreCheck locations, so you may have to travel to your appointment.

When I enrolled in 2019, I scheduled my appointment while traveling to Miami because my home airport was not an enrollment center. Bring your passport and another form of identification, such as a driver’s license or ID card, to your appointment.

After the interview, you will receive your card in the mail and can use the benefits immediately. You don’t have to bring your Global Entry card to the airport to use the program, but it can’t hurt.

A person using a Global Entry kiosk.

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Why global market entry is worthwhile

Global Entry is worthwhile for anyone who travels internationally at least somewhat regularly. The cost of re-enrolling is only slightly higher than re-enrolling in TSA PreCheck and the validity period is the same. You can spend a little more on your application and get all the great TSA PreCheck benefits and expedited entry into the US

If you plan to travel abroad even once a year, Global Entry is worth it. If not, it may be easier to apply for TSA PreCheck, but it just can’t hurt to sign up for Global Entry even if you don’t have any international travel planned. Make sure you already have a valid passport before submitting the application.

Tips for free worldwide entry

The best way to get Global Entry for free is to take advantage of credit card statement credits. Several credit cards offer this benefit, from Capital One’s Venture Rewards Card with a $95 annual fee to the AmEx Platinum Card with a $695 annual fee. Unfortunately, there are no other ways to get Global Entry for free other than credit cards.

Credit cards with an annual fee under $100:

These cards include:

  • Aeroplan® Credit Card: $95
  • Arvest Visa Signature® Credit Card: $0
  • Bank of America Premium Rewards Credit Card: $95
  • Capital One Venture Card: $95
  • Choice Privileges Select Mastercard®: $95
  • IHG One Rewards Premier Credit Card: $99
  • Navy Federal Credit Union Visa Signature® Flagship Rewards Card: $49
  • PenFed Pathfinder Rewards Visa Signature Card: $95, discounted for existing PenFed Honors Advantage members
  • Provident World+ Travel Visa Signature Card: $0 annual introductory fee for the first year, then $45
  • United Explorer Card: $0 introductory fee for the first year, $95 thereafter
  • USAA Eagle Navigator Visa Signature Credit Card: $95
  • US Bank Altitude Connect Visa Signature Card: $0
  • US Bank FlexPerks Gold American Express Card: $85

Premium credit cards:

  • Capital One Venture X Card: $395
  • Chase Sapphire Reserve® Credit Card: $550
  • Citi/AAdvantage Executive World Elite MasterCard: $595
  • Delta SkyMiles Platinum American Express Card: $350
  • Delta SkyMiles Reserve American Express Card: $650
  • HSBC Elite World Elite Mastercard: $395 for qualified HSBC Bank customers
  • Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant American Express Card: $650
  • MasterCard Black Card: $495
  • MasterCard Gold card: $995
  • The Platinum Card® from American Express: $695
  • SKYPASS Select Visa Signature Card: $450
  • Truist Enjoy Beyond Credit Card: $195
  • UBS Visa Infinite Credit Card: $495
  • United Club Infinite card: $525
  • United Quest Card: $250
  • US Bank Altitude Reserve Visa Infinite Card: $400

Business credit cards:

  • Capital One® Venture X® Business Card: $395
  • IHG One Rewards Premier Business Credit Card: $99
  • Southwest Rapid Rewards® Performance Business Credit Card: $199
  • The Business Platinum Card® from American Express: $695
  • Capital One Spark Miles for Business: $0 annual introductory fee for the first year, then $95

For most travelers, having a credit card that allows them to earn valuable points on travel purchases and reimburse the Global Entry registration fee is more than worthwhile. However, if you don’t want to apply for a new credit card, paying just $100 for five years of Global Entry and TSA PreCheck benefits is perfectly reasonable.

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Here’s how to watch Kansas vs. TCU Horned college football on ESPN+

Here’s how to watch Kansas vs. TCU Horned college football on ESPN+

The Kansas Jayhawks welcome the TCU Horned Frogs to Kansas City – their temporary home while the school’s stadium is renovated – for a matchup between two Big 12 teams, and if you want to watch the game on TV or via live stream, we have what you are looking for.

The Jayhawks lost their conference opener to the West Virginia Mountaineers last weekend and have otherwise struggled to a 1-3 start. The only win came in the season opener against the Lindenwood Lions.

The Horned Frogs didn’t fare much better, entering the weekend with a 2-2 mark after losing their last two – including their Big 12 opener against the UCF Knights at home in Week 3.

Watch Jayhawks vs. Horned Frogs on ESPN+

Information about the Kansas vs. TCU Week 5 college football game

Here’s everything you need to watch the Jayhawks vs. the Horned Frogs.

  • When: Saturday September 28th
  • Where: Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City, Missouri
  • TV channels: ESPN+
  • Live stream: ESPN+

Even though these two teams are off to a slow start, there’s nothing better than a good conference rivalry game on a Saturday afternoon. This could easily become a fun matchup, so be sure to tune in!

When is Kansas vs. TCU?

The Jayhawks take on the Horned Frogs at 3:30 p.m. ET Saturday September 28th.

Watch Kansas vs. TCU with ESPN+

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How to Watch UFC Fight Night Paris Online for Free: Live Stream MMA

How to Watch UFC Fight Night Paris Online for Free: Live Stream MMA

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The UFC is back in Paris, France this weekend for a huge Fight Night 243 event. Lightweight stars Renato Moicano and Benoit Saint Denis are at the top of the list, and the winner could have a shot at his first title fight.

At a glance: How to watch UFC Fight Night Paris online

At the time of writing, Saint Denis is the favorite to win at the Accor Arena, with just two defeats on his 16-fight record. Moicano is seven years older (35 compared to Saint Denis’ 28) but more experienced with 25 fights and 19 wins.

Want to watch UFC Fight Night Paris this Saturday? Read on. Below is a quick guide to live streaming UFC Fight Night Paris online, including a way to stream UFC Fight Night for free.

How to watch UFC Fight Night Paris online

Like all UFC Fight Night events, Fight Night 243 will stream exclusively on ESPN+. Unlike numbered events, there is no PPV fee, but you will need an ESPN+ subscription to watch UFC Fight Night Paris live.

Don’t have ESPN+? There are several ways to use the streaming service, described here:

Cheapest

The cheapest way to get ESPN+ is alone. You can pay $10.99 per month or save about 15% by paying $109.99 per year for the annual plan.

How to Watch UFC Fight Night Paris Online for Free: Live Stream MMA

You can also get ESPN+ through the Disney Bundle Trio, which includes ESPN+, Disney+, and Hulu (on-demand). The Disney Bundle Trio starts at $14.99 per month but increases to $16.99 per month on October 17th.

How to Watch UFC Fight Night Paris Online for Free: Live Stream MMA

free trial

With Hulu + Live TV you get ESPN+ plus access to over 95 live TV channels and Disney+. It’s a lot more expensive than the ones above at $76.99 per month, but you get a three-day free trial to start.

Stream UFC Fight Night Paris for free

Want to watch UFC Fight Night Paris for free? Be sure to take advantage of the Hulu + Live TV free trial. ESPN+ doesn’t offer a free trial per se, but you can get free ESPN+ live streams of UFC Fight Night with the three-day trial of Hulu + Live TV. Remember to cancel before it expires to avoid fees.

UFC Fight Night Paris date, start time, location

UFC Fight Night 243 takes place today, Saturday, September 28th at the Accor Arena in Paris, France. Main card action begins at 3:00 p.m. ET/12:00 p.m. PT and prelims begin at 12:00 p.m. ET/9:00 a.m. PT.

UFC Fight Night Paris odds, fight card

Vegas has Benoit Saint Denis as the favorite to win tonight, giving the Frenchman a moneyline of -290 to Renato Moicano’s +215. Saint Denis is coming off a knockout loss to Dustin Poirier in the co-main event of UFC 299 in March. Moicano, on the other hand, has won his last three fights – most recently against Jalin Turner at UFC 300.

Here’s the full main card for tonight:

Renato Moicano vs. Benoit Saint Denis – Lightweight
Nassourdine Imavov vs. Brendan Allen – Middleweight
William Gomis vs. Joanderson Brito – Featherweight
Kevin Jousset vs. Bryan Battle – Welterweight
Morgan Charriere vs. Gabriel Miranda – Featherweight
Farès Ziam vs. Matt Frevola – Lightweight

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The Detroit Tigers’ epic run into the AL playoffs is unique

The Detroit Tigers’ epic run into the AL playoffs is unique

The Detroit Tigers were sellers at the trade deadline, parting ways with veterans Jack Flaherty, Andrew Chafin and Mark Canha. After August 10, the Tigers were eight games under .500 and ten games back in the wild card race, with a 0.2% chance of making the playoffs.

Less than 50 days later, the Tigers punched their ticket to the postseason for the first time since 2014.

“We never stopped believing,” Riley Greene said.

The Tigers needed a three-game win against the Chicago White Sox to clinch a wild-card spot in the American League. They wasted no time winning the series opener 4-1 on Friday to advance through the regular season, which ends Sunday.