OTR Backup 06/25/2025

• Trump leaves his base dazed and confused

• Your Android phone just got a major Gemini upgrade for music fans - and it's free | ZDNET

• How to turn on Android's Private DNS mode - and why it's an absolute must for security | ZDNET

• Canada's 1st beach cleaning robot is coming to Ontario's parks

  The BeBot began its litter-cleaning work on the shores of Lake Simcoe at Sibbald Point Provincial Park this week.

• Canadians are getting real about why they'd hate to live in Toronto and it's kinda brutal - Narcity

  Like any major city, living in Toronto comes with its fair share of pros and cons. There's no denying the upsides—an exciting social scene, endless events, and summers that can be downright beautiful. But there are drawbacks too, like traffic jams and the nonstop crowds.

• Dumpster-diver stunned after checking trash during college move-out: 'Why... would anyone throw this away?'

  One Reddit user's photo of their campus dumpster-diving haul raised questions about food waste.

• Mom has great advice on how to stop an uncomfortable conversation - Upworthy

  You don't need to let someone make you uncomfortable.

• Why Do So Many Deadly Animals Live in Australia? - discoverwildscience

  Discover why Australia is home to so many deadly animals, from venomous snakes to fierce predators and learn how they thrive.

• 11 Reasons Secretly Brilliant People Usually Struggle To Fall Asleep | YourTango

  Because of the way their minds work and the level of stress they put on themselves, here are 11 reasons secretly brilliant people usually struggle to fall asleep.

• Samsung confirms July 9 Unpacked for new foldables, watches, and more

  Samsung has confirmed the July 9 date for its next Unpacked event. Reservations are now open for the new Galaxy devices.

• Problems with the touchpad on your Windows laptop? Here's how to fix them | ZDNET

• The $14 Billion AI Google Killer

  Why Meta and Apple want Perplexity AI, even if it's just a glorified chatbot.

• The iPad Is About to Become a Much Better Video Editor | PetaPixel

  iPadOS 26 has many exciting features, but background tasks may be the most compelling for professional iPad users, especially video editors.

• https://www.cbc.ca/news/world/iran-u-s-regime-change-1953-1.7568828?cmp=rss

  https://www.cbc.ca/news/world/iran-u-s-regime-change-1953-1.7568828?cmp=rss

• What the hell is going on with Apple's ads department? | Creative Bloq

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