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Quarterback Daniel Jones is being let go by the Giants, formally capping a dismal stint in New York that saw them make just one postseason appearance in six seasons. According to the organization on Friday, the decision was made after Jones, who was demoted to the fourth string and officially benched this week, visited team authorities and requested the release. "Daniel has been a great representative of our organization, first class in every way," Giants president John Mara said on X. "The way things have turned out has disappointed us all. Daniel is well respected and greatly appreciated by us. We want the best for him in the future. For the first time since his benching was revealed, the quarterback spoke to the media Thursday. But this is football at the end of the day. We're in a busi...

I've used a Kindle ebook reader for more than five years, and I've used it on both my daily commute and several international excursions. It is small, has a bright light-sensitive e-ink display, and, best of all, has an amazing battery life. The Kindle Paperwhite can survive up to 12 weeks, whereas the Amazon Kindle can last up to 6 weeks. The statement that you can leave the Kindle in your backpack for weeks without having to worry about charging it is not hyperbole. Additionally, the 16GB storage allows them to hold thousands of books. The pricing of the Kindle and Kindle Paperwhite are currently the lowest they have ever been. Related select I tried the Kindle Scribe for two months here s my honest take on the nearly $350 e-reader Would you want more from NBC Select?...

Secret Santa and White Elephant gift exchanges are a common holiday custom, whether you like them or not. A White Elephant party typically involves everyone purchasing a gift within a specific budget, assembling all of the presents in a pile, and selecting a gift from the file by drawing numbers. Frequently, there are restrictions on whether guests may choose a freshly wrapped gift or one that has already been opened. Conversely, Secret Santa exchanges involve selecting a person's name from a bowl or hat and then purchasing a gift for them. In either scenario, it frequently entails finding a wonderful present for a someone you may not know well or at all. After all, these kinds of interactions frequently entail presenting a gift to a coworker you may not know, a friend of a friend, or even...

The University of Texas System said on Wednesday that it will extend its free tuition offer to all families earning $100,000 or less annually. The initiative, an extension of its Promise Plus program, received preliminary approval from the Board of Regents. Beginning in the fall of 2025, undergraduate students will be eligible for free tuition, which will cover both tuition and fees. The UT System stated in a press release that the action will position it as one of the few in the United States to provide such a comprehensive financial aid benefit. With more than 256,000 students enrolled, the school system—which consists of nine universities and five health facilities—is the biggest university system in the state and among the biggest public systems nationwide. The program's expansion foll...

Numerous well-known names can be found at the top of the college football rankings. Oregon. Ohio University. Texas. Penn State. They attract five-star recruits and are established powerhouses that regularly contend for conference and national titles. But you might give a double take at the following name on the list. Indiana. With five national titles, including three under the renowned coach Bob Knight, this team is arguably more well-known for its accomplishments on the basketball court than the football field. Indiana is in the running for the College Football Playoffs and is having its finest season ever. Perhaps the most important game in the Hoosiers' history will take place on Saturday at noon ET when they play No. 2-ranked Ohio State. You would be right if it seemed unlikely that...

There is a new late-night talker in Philadelphia, so move over Jimmy Kimmel. Jason Kelce, a former Philadelphia Eagles standout, revealed on Thursday's broadcast of ABC's "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" that he will be hosting "They Call It Late Night with Jason Kelce" on ESPN. The hour-long program will be filmed live from Union Transfer in Philadelphia, according to the Super Bowl champion. Starting on January 3, the last week of the NFL regular season and playoffs, it will be recorded every Friday night for five weeks in a row. According to ESPN, the final episode will air at 1:30 a.m. on February 1st, while the first four episodes will begin airing at 1:00 a.m. EST on January 4th. "I've always enjoyed watching late-night shows. On Kimmel's show, Kelce remarked, "I remember having sleepovers with ...

Even though Black Friday is just a week away, you should start shopping now. If you don't seize a fantastic deal as soon as you see it, it may sell out because many merchants are already advertising their best pricing of the season. I have five years of experience covering Cyber Monday and Black Friday at NBC Select, so I know how to spot deals that are truly worth checking out. The top early Black Friday offers of 2024 from some of our favorite stores, including Amazon, Target, Walmart, Home Depot, and REI, are compiled below. Every day before Black Friday, I'll update this list to include the best discounts, new bargains, and other promotions you won't want to pass up. GO Ahead and SkipWhy trust NBC Select? greatest early Black Friday deals|More early Black Friday sales|How I chose the g...

Streaming software and apps are integrated into the majority of the top TVs. Dedicated streaming devices are still very popular, though. According to our experts, this is partly because they can be quicker, more responsive, and simpler to use than the software on your TV. We talked to electronics professionals about the advantages and disadvantages of the major streaming companies, such as Roku, Amazon, Apple, and Google, in order to find out more about the finest streaming device. Since the majority of the NBC Select staff uses streaming devices, we chose the best products available by drawing on our own experiences with each brand. SKIP AHEAD Top streaming gadgets for staff in 2024 | Should I buy a streaming device? | Why should I trust NBC Select? Selected. Our top picks ...

Anthropic, an artificial intelligence business started by former OpenAI research officials, will get an additional $4 billion from Amazon, the company revealed Friday. According to Anthropic, the San Francisco-based business that created the Claude chatbot and AI model, the internet giant's total investment now stands at $8 billion, with Amazon continuing to hold a minority stake. According to a blog post, Amazon Web Services will also take over as Anthropic's main cloud and training partner. Anthropic will now train and implement its biggest AI models using AWS Trainium and Inferentia chips. Claude, a chatbot developed by Anthropic, has become quite popular, much like Google's Gemini and OpenAI's ChatGPT. Together with IT behemoths like Google, Amazon, Microsoft, and Meta, startups like A...

London One of the terminals at a major British airport was evacuated on Friday due to an unidentified "security incident." Later on, it was reopened. Passengers were instructed to evacuate a portion of London Gatwick's south terminal "as a precaution" while an investigation is conducted, the airport said. Officers were contacted to the airport around 8:20 a.m. (3:20 a.m. ET), according to a statement from Sussex Police, after a "suspected prohibited item" was found in a passenger's luggage. The airport announced that the situation was over at 2:44 p.m. (9:44 a.m. ET) and that travelers might expect some delays and cancellations until the terminal reopened. In response to a report of a suspicious package, police claimed they had "concluded their investigation into a report of a suspect pa...