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Valorant’s ninth map, Lotus, is set in a lost city that offers a unique and challenging environment for players. It is the only map, other than Haven, to feature three spike sites, offering players ...

At first glance, Valorant’s ninth map Lotus does not look like it is the best map for Sova, largely because of its enclosed sites. However, there are still Sova lineups you can use to gain the upper ...

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You'll barely have to lift a finger. While you can sometimes get away with a quick vacuum, cleaning up big messes or spills can take more time (particularly if moisture is involved). Fortunately, ...

The best vacuum for carpet is one that has enough power to pull dirt and hair from deep in the fibers, but is designed in such a way that you can still push it along your floor without it getting ...

The White Lotus has officially booked a ticket back to HBO. It won't be long before the third season of Mike White's series premieres, and the new trailer, which you can view below, gives a ...

Here’s how it works. At TechRadar, we've been testing the best vacuum cleaners for nine years. During that time, we've reviewed nearly 200 different models. As the Homes Editor for floorcare ...

If convenience is what you value in your vacuuming, you should consider a handheld vacuum. While they don’t possess the suction power of an upright, canister, or stick vac, they’re perfect for ...

Using rice, sand and pet hair, we score each cordless vacuum on suction performance, ease of use, battery life, comfort/handling, standout features and value for the price. You'll find our picks ...

“The White Lotus” Season 4 has officially been greenlit by HBO, with production eyed for 2026. It is unclear where the fourth season will take place, or whether any cast members will retur ...

We’ve written about vacuum cleaners a lot. Take a peek at our archives and you’ll find buying guides for just about every type of vacuum — from the general to the granular, like robot ...