Shimano has updated its iconic two-bolt SPD cleat system for the first time in “nearly 30 years”, enabling riders to clip in to SPD pedals from multiple angles. Built around the same two-bolt design as Shimano’s existing SH51 SPD cleats (which launched in 1995), the new CL-MT001 cleats feature a modified leading edge. This is claimed to enable riders to …
Read More »The Assassin’s Creed fanbase may be waiting for the first DLC for Assassin’s Creed Shadows, but Ubisoft instead confirmed new content for its previous title, Assassin’s Creed Mirage. The studio announced on the official Assassin’s Creed X account that there will be a new story chapter and missions for protagonist Basim, who will venture into ninth-century alUla. More importantly, the …
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An epic 13-minute gameplay demo for Crimson Desert has been released, following the game’s delay into 2026 recently. While the setback may be disappointing, this new PS5 footage should help ease the wait. It’s clear that Korean developer Pearl Abyss has got something special cooking here. Watch on YouTube Subscribe to Push Square on YouTube160k Just to be clear, this …
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An unusual about-face that played out at the Food and Drug Administration over the last week illustrated the power of the “Make America Healthy Again” movement, particularly with its focus on “natural” drugs. Last Thursday, the agency published a statement saying it had concerns about the safety and effectiveness of unapproved thyroid medications made from animal tissue after it received …
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“Kodak is confident it will be able to pay off a significant portion of its term loan well before it becomes due, and amend, extend or refinance our remaining debt and/or preferred stock obligations. To fund the repayment, we plan to draw on the approximately $300 million in cash we expect to receive from the reversion and settlement of our …
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The crypto market this week cheered as President Donald Trump signed an executive order meant to open retirement plans to alternative assets including cryptocurrencies. The move from the White House has the potential to be a game changer for the adoption of digital assets. It could help turn them into mainstays of the U.S. financial market by expanding access and …
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Evidence is mounting that Google’s Pixel 10 series will support Qi2 wireless charging, including built-in magnets, finally offering a mainstream Android alternative to Apple’s MagSafe. The latest sign is a leaked image of the Pixel 10 with what appears to be a magnetic wireless charging puck attached to the back. The leaked image comes from the reliable leaker Evan Blass, …
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IN A NUTSHELL 🚀 The L7 humanoid robot by Chinese startup Robotera is the fastest of its kind, reaching speeds of up to 9 mph. 💪 With 55 degrees of freedom, the L7 showcases remarkable dexterity and strength, capable of lifting 44 pounds. 🏭 Designed for industrial tasks, the L7 can handle both delicate and torque-sensitive operations with ease. 🌟 …
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How to Do It is Slate’s sex advice column. Have a question? Send it to Jessica and Rich here. It’s anonymous! Dear How to Do It, I am a voracious reader of your column. I love the content, advice, and inspiration it provides me. I am writing in for help with a problem I am having. My rational side knows the answer, but …
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Slate Plus members get more Care and Feeding every week. Have a question about kids, parenting, or family life? Submit it here! Dear Care and Feeding, A little over two years ago, I took a work trip overseas, leaving my kids, then 12 and 13, in the care of my partner, their stepfather (who loves them and is a stable, responsible person who had …
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