Debian 12 (Bookworm) approaching end of life
https://www.qubes-os.org/news/2026/05/06/debian-12-bookworm-approaching-end-of-life/

Debian 12 (Bookworm) is currently scheduled (https://www.debian.org/releases/) to reach end-of-life (EOL) on 2026-06-10 (approximately one month from the date of this announcement). Please upgrade all of your Debian templates and standalones by that date. For more information, see Upgrading to avoid EOL (https://doc.qubes-os.org/en/latest/user/how-to-guides/how-to-update.html#upgrading-to-avoid-eol).

There are two ways to upgrade a template to a new Debian release:



Recommended: Install a fresh template to replace the existing one. (https://doc.qubes-os.org/en/latest/user/templates/debian/debian.html#installing) This option is simpler for less experienced users, but it won’t preserve any modifications you’ve made to your template. After you install the new template, you’ll have to redo your desired template modifications (if any) and switch everything that was set to the old template to the new template (https://doc.qubes-os.org/en/latest/user/templates/templates.html#switching). If you choose to modify your template, you may wish to write those modifications down so that you remember what to redo on each fresh install. To see a log of package manager actions, see /var/log/dpkg.log and /var/log/apt/history.log in the old Debian template.


Advanced: Perform an in-place upgrade of an existing Debian template. (https://doc.qubes-os.org/en/latest/user/templates/debian/debian-upgrade.html) This option will preserve any modifications you’ve made to the template, but it may be more complicated for less experienced users.



Note on Debian LTS

Debian releases have two EOL dates: regular and long-term support (LTS) (https://www.debian.org/lts/). Qubes OS support for Debian templates ends at the regular EOL date, not the LTS EOL date.

Today's NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Thursday, May 7
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-mini-crossword-answers-for-thursday-may-7/

Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for May 7.

Qualcomm's New Midrange Chips Add Wi-Fi 7, Improve Gaming for Lower-Cost Phones
https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/qualcomms-new-midrange-chips-add-wi-fi-7-improve-gaming-for-lower-cost-phones/

The two new processors could bring several flagship-phone features down to more affordable devices.

Cisco to Participate in May & June Events with the Financial Community
https://newsroom.cisco.com/c/r/newsroom/en/us/a/y2026/m05/cisco-to-participate-in-may-june-events-with-the-financial-community.html?source=rss

Cisco (NASDAQ: CSCO) will participate in the following events with the financial community in May & June
More RSS Feeds: https://newsroom.cisco.com/c/r/newsroom/en/us/rss-feeds.html (https://newsroom.cisco.com/c/r/newsroom/en/us/rss-feeds.html?source=rss)

Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for May 7, #591
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-sports-edition-hints-and-answers-for-may-7-590/

Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle for May 7, No. 591.

Reddit Is Blocking Some Users From Its Mobile Website. Here's How to Get In
https://www.cnet.com/news/social-media/reddit-prompting-some-mobile-web-users-to-download-the-app/

The company says it's a limited test on a small set of users who frequently browse the site without logging in. There may be ways around it.

I Kept Accidentally Closing All My Browser Tabs. So I Changed My Keyboard to Stop It
https://www.cnet.com/tech/computing/i-kept-accidentally-closing-all-my-browser-tabs-so-i-changed-my-keyboard-to-stop-it/

I don't have to worry about this annoying keyboard shortcut now that I've remapped it.

What to Expect From Google I/O: Glasses, Glasses, Glasses video
https://www.cnet.com/videos/what-to-expect-from-google-io-glasses-glasses-glasses/

A whole bunch of Google glasses are on their way this year. And guess what? We're probably going to hear a lot more about them very soon. Let's break down what we know and what we think is coming.

You Can Now Stream 'Send Help' on Hulu. Here's What to Know About the Movie
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/send-help-movie-streaming-hulu/

Sam Raimi directed this ruthless thriller, blending comedy and viciousness.

Make Your Work Day More Joyful and Less Stressful With These AI Tips
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/make-your-work-day-more-joyful-and-less-stressful-with-these-ai-tips/

This guide could help you triumph over the drudgery of the day-to-day 9-to-5.

Tribit Stormbox Micro 3 Review: Shockingly Impressive Bluetooth Speaker for the Money
https://www.cnet.com/tech/home-entertainment/tribit-stormbox-micro-3-review/

As far as ultracompact Bluetooth speakers go, the $60 Stormbox Micro 3 measures up well to Bose's twice-as-expensive SoundLink Micro (2nd Gen) and earns CNET Editors' Choice honors.

Operation Fake Mustache: Kids Bypass UK's Digital Age Barriers
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/one-third-of-uk-children-successfully-circumvent-online-age-verification/

Kids used to draw on their faces for fun. Now, they're doing it so they can play Roblox.

Pennsylvania Sues Character.AI, Alleging Chatbots Posed as Doctors
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/pennsylvania-sues-character-ai-over-chatbots-posing-as-doctors/

The state says one chatbot even presented an invalid Pennsylvania medical license number.

Crunchyroll Streaming Deal: Get a Fan Subscription for $2 Per Month for 3 Months
https://www.cnet.com/deals/crunchyroll-streaming-deal-may-2026/

New and returning subscribers can snag the offer.

Europa League Soccer: Livestream Aston Villa vs. Nottingham Forest Today
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/europa-league-soccer-livestream-aston-villa-vs-nottingham-forest-today/

Can Unai Emery's men overturn a one-goal deficit at Villa Park and reach the final?

Are the $599 MacBook Neo's Days Numbered?
https://www.cnet.com/tech/computing/are-the-599-macbook-neos-days-numbered/

Apple could kill off the 256GB model amid climbing costs and short supplies.

Tech Companies Are Freaking Out About RAMageddon
https://www.cnet.com/tech/computing/tech-companies-are-freaking-out-about-ramageddon/

Memory and chip suppliers are the Roadrunner, we're Wile E. Coyote and shortages are the anvil. Poof.

Samsung's 2026 Monitors Arrive This Month. Here's How to Score Exclusive Savings on Them at Launch
https://www.cnet.com/deals/samsung-2026-monitor-reservation-deal/

We've got all the details on how you can upgrade your monitor without paying full price.

Half of US Adults Under 50 Get Health Advice From Influencers, Study Shows
https://www.cnet.com/health/medical/study-health-advice-influencers-not-healthcare-professionals/

Most health and wellness influencers aren't healthcare professionals, the survey found.