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Alan Ritchson Just Posted an Incredible 'Reacher' Season 4 Update

Alan Ritchson, star of Reacher, dropped hints about the progress of Reacher Season 4 during a visit to the set of the spinoff Neagley, posting updates on Instagram.
Ritchson shared photos with Maria Sten and Lee Child, teasing that Season 4 will be exceptionally physical and possibly the best yet.
Although Reacher Season 4's release date is unknown, it is anticipated that Jack Reacher will feature in episodes of Neagley before the new season premieres.
Ritchson and Sten expressed their desires for different Lee Child books to be adapted in Reacher Season 4 in an interview earlier this year.

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Amazon CEO Andy Jassy Says Tariffs Have Not Affected Sales

Amazon CEO Andy Jassy stated that tariffs imposed on imported goods have not affected sales.
Jassy mentioned that there have been no significant average selling price increases observed.
Amazon has confirmed no plans to reduce its AI investments amidst earlier reports suggesting the opposite.
During a recent meeting, Amazon shareholders vetoed all eight shareholder proposals, which included requests for reports on various issues like advertising practices, climate-related risks, and working conditions.

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Amazon rolls out short-form AI-powered audio product summaries for select items

Amazon is testing short-form AI-powered audio product summaries on select product pages. The summaries are voiced by AI-powered shopping experts and provide key product features, customer reviews, and information from across the web.
Customers can access these AI product summaries by tapping the 'Hear the highlights' button in the Amazon Shopping app. Amazon plans to roll out this feature to more products and additional U.S. customers in the coming months.
The audio summaries aim to help customers save time while shopping by offering important information in a conversational, discussion-style format. Amazon uses large language models to generate scripts by pulling from customer reviews and web data.
Amazon's AI product summaries join the company's suite of AI-powered shopping features, including Rufus, a generative AI shopping assistant, and Interests, an AI feature that monitors new products matching user interests. Google also leveraged short-form AI-powered audio with its NotebookLM last year.

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Amazon Now Delivers With Drones In These Areas

Amazon expands its Prime Air drone delivery service to Arizona and Texas, offering delivery within 60 minutes.
Over 60,000 items, including Apple products, Samsung devices, Ring doorbells, and more, are now eligible for drone delivery.
Customers in supported locations can receive deliveries in as quick as 15-30 minutes, with plans for expansion to more cities and countries.
Amazon's MK30 drones use advanced technology to ensure safe and efficient delivery, with drone deliveries available during daylight hours and good weather conditions.

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Lost Ark’s Abyssal Assault update is live with the new mystical Rimeria content region

Amazon's Lost Ark has released the Abyssal Assault patch featuring the new continent Rimeria, including quests for players over 1640 IL.
Rimeria is described as a land of illusion, whimsy, and ancient secrets, where players continue the main story quest against Kazeros' dark influence and join forces to defend the realm.
In addition to adding Rimeria, the update includes reopening of the Arkesia Grand Prix event, introduction of the Drextalas guardian raid, and various honing improvements.
Upcoming content includes the Kazeros Raid: Act 3, an eight-person raid with normal and hard difficulties opening on June 4th.

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Amazon's No. 1 Bestselling Raised Garden Beds Are 43% Off Right Now, and Shoppers Say They're 'Surprisingly Strong'

The Land Guard Galvanized Raised Garden Bed, a bestselling item on Amazon, is currently 43% off for Prime members, priced at $30.
The raised garden bed has received nearly 7,000 five-star ratings and is favored for its strength, lightweight design, and ease of assembly.
It features an open bottom for extended root growth, rounded tops to prevent cuts, and rust-resistant galvanized metal.
Shoppers have praised it as a perfect option for solo gardeners and beginners due to its affordability, sturdiness, and ease of movement.

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Amazon is sending customers refunds for some really, really old returns

Amazon is issuing refunds to customers for some really old returns that were unresolved, dating back to as far as 2018.
The company identified a small subset of returns that were not resolved due to the inability to verify the correct item was sent back, leading to customer refunds now.
During its recent earnings call, Amazon hinted at refunds, and CFO Brian Olsavsky confirmed a one-time charge of $1.1 billion, including costs related to historical customer returns.
Amazon customers have reported receiving belated refunds, with some getting money for products they never returned, prompting a potential class action lawsuit against the company.

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I left Big Tech years ago, but I still get cold reach-outs from recruiters at companies like Meta and OpenAI. Here's how.

Daliana Liu, a former data scientist at Amazon and startups, left to start her own business as a coach for data scientists.
Despite leaving Big Tech, Liu still receives cold messages from recruiters at companies like Meta and OpenAI due to her online presence.
After earning her Master's degree in Statistics, Liu worked at a startup before joining Amazon as a business intelligence engineer.
She started at Amazon in Seattle, where she worked on an A/B testing platform and created engaging statistical analyses.
Liu gained popularity through writing on Medium and LinkedIn, attracting nearly 300,000 followers on the latter platform.
She launched a podcast interviewing data scientists and later moved to a startup after being offered a job by a podcast guest.
Liu was able to monetize her podcast through sponsorships and events and eventually left Big Tech to focus on her own business.
Now running a career accelerator course, Liu teaches data scientists communication skills, promotion strategies, and personal branding.
Her thought leadership and content creation have attracted job opportunities from top companies, even post-Big Tech departure.
Liu values the freedom of entrepreneurship and aims to continue building her community and brand while pursuing personal passions.

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DeWalt's Adjustable Sawhorse Is Nearly 40% Off on Amazon, and Even the Pros Admit They're Absolutely 'Solid'

DeWalt's Adjustable Metal Legs Sawhorse is currently on sale on Amazon for just $50, which is a 39% discount from its original price of $82.
With 120 five-star ratings, the sawhorse is praised for being well-made, heavy-duty, and solid by satisfied shoppers.
The sawhorse can withstand up to 2,500 pounds on a single pair of legs, is made of steel and rigid plastic, and features adjustable legs for taller users and uneven ground.
Shoppers have noted the sawhorse's compact design, stability, and load-bearing capacity, making it a popular choice for various tasks, with many recommending it for its strength and durability.

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Amazon's No. 1 Bestselling Bug Control Spray With Over 40,000+ Sold Last Month Is 60% Off Right Now

Amazon is offering a 60% discount on Cutter's popular Backyard Bug Control Spray, which has been purchased over 40,000 times in the past month.
The Cutter Backyard Bug Control Spray is Amazon’s top-selling insect and pest repellent with nearly 26,000 five-star ratings.
The spray is easy to use - no mixing required, simply attach the garden hose and spray. It can cover up to 5,000 square feet and provides protection against mosquitoes, fleas, ticks, ants, and more for up to 3 months.
Customers have reported significant reduction in bugs after using the spray, with one reviewer mentioning it removed 95% of bugs immediately. It is safe for flowers, pollinators, pets, and kids.

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Amazon Is Selling a 'Lightweight' $130 Bluetooth Headset for $23, and Shoppers Say Its Audio Is 'Phenomenal'

The Cotoe Wireless Bluetooth Headset is on sale for just $23 on Amazon, marked down from its original price of $130.
This Bluetooth headset has received over 350 five-star ratings, with customers praising its comfort and sound quality.
It offers 120 hours of standby time, noise cancellation mic that eliminates up to 99.98% of ambient noise, mute button, LED display for battery level, and a rotating mic.
Customers have complimented the headset for its comfort, secure fit, crystal clear audio quality, and effective noise cancellation during calls.

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At Least A Few Stores Will Have Switch 2 In Stock The Day Of Launch For Fans Without Pre-Orders

Some stores like GameStop, Best Buy, and Target will have limited quantities of Switch 2 available for in-person purchase on the launch day, June 5.
Best Buy is offering limited Switch 2 inventory for day-one sales, including systems, games, accessories, and free Nintendo collectibles for customers showing up at 12:01 a.m. ET on June 5.
Target stores are reported to have 30 to 100 Switch 2 consoles available for first-come customers without pre-orders, with details about pre-order pickups still unclear.
GameStop will have additional Switch 2 units available in-store and online for its midnight launch party, with the event starting at 3:00 p.m. local time and pre-order pickups beginning at midnight.

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Amazon Can Now Deliver Your Next iPhone With a Drone

Amazon has received approval from the U.S. FAA to offer drone delivery for Apple products like iPhones, AirPods, and AirTags.
The Prime Air drone delivery service promises drop-offs in less than an hour but is currently limited to parts of Phoenix and College Station in the U.S.
Deliveries are restricted to daylight hours, favorable weather, and single items weighing up to five pounds, with clear and reachable delivery locations.
Amazon plans to expand drone delivery to more cities in the U.S. and launch the service in the UK and Italy pending regulatory approval.

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iPhones are on the menu for Amazon drone delivery

Amazon's Prime Air drones have been approved by the FAA to deliver products like iPhones with lithium ion batteries in eligible areas in Arizona and Texas.
Customers can now receive deliveries within 60 minutes with a streamlined process that provides a designated delivery spot and eliminates the need for QR codes on the ground.
Deliveries are made by Amazon's new MK30 drones, capable of delivering packages up to 5 pounds and flying farther distances, even in light rain.
Drone deliveries are currently available in College Station, Texas, and the West Valley part of Phoenix, Arizona, dependent on favorable weather conditions.

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New World’s Mahantaram boss is rampaging through the open world for the next week

Amazon has launched New World's Season 8: Season of the Divide with specific open-world content, starting with the release of three dungeon bosses in the open world.
The first boss, Mahantaram from the Savage Divide, is available for level 65+ players to fight until May 26th, followed by two other bosses in June and July.
Players can trigger the encounters by attacking enemies at specific locations, and the bosses have been rebalanced with new mechanics and loot.
The open-world bosses are meant to provide a PvE treat in a season mostly focused on PvP, allowing all players to participate and creating shared moments of emergent gameplay.

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