
Emily Long
Emily Long is a freelance writer based in Salt Lake City.
After graduating from Duke University, she spent several years reporting on the federal workforce for Government Executive, a publication of Atlantic Media Company, in Washington, D.C. She has nearly a decade of experience as a freelancer covering tech (including issues related to security, privacy, and streaming) as well as personal finance and travel.
In addition to Lifehacker, her work has been featured on Wirecutter, Tom’s Guide, and ZDNET. Emily has also worked as a travel guide around the U.S. and as a content editor. She has a masters in social work and is a licensed therapist in Utah.
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Today’s Wordle Hints (and Answer) for Tuesday, April 29, 2025
Here are some hints to help you win Wordle #1,410.


What's New on Prime Video in May 2025
Dark comedy "Another Simple Favor," thriller series "The Better Sister," and an octopus documentary.


This Tool Tells You How Much Energy Your AI Chatbot Uses
It's a lot more than a simple Google search.


Today’s Wordle Hints (and Answer) for Monday, April 28, 2025
Here are some hints to help you win Wordle #1,409.


Today’s Wordle Hints (and Answer) for Sunday, April 27, 2025
Here are some hints to help you win Wordle #1,408.


Today’s Wordle Hints (and Answer) for Saturday, April 26, 2025
Here are some hints to help you win Wordle #1,407.


This Cyber Attack Targets Microsoft 365 Accounts
Hackers are contacting victims via WhatsApp and Signal.


This Healthcare Data Breach Compromised 5.5 Million Patients' Information
Yale New Haven Health suffered an attack in March 2025.


Today’s Wordle Hints (and Answer) for Friday, April 25, 2025
Here are some hints to help you win Wordle #1,406.


What's New on Paramount+ With Showtime in May 2025
New seasons of "The Chi" and "SkyMed" along with the AMAs and a live show with David Beckham.


Today’s Wordle Hints (and Answer) for Thursday, April 24, 2025
Here are some hints to help you win Wordle #1,405.


A Complete Guide for Removing Malware From Your PC
You'll want to address any suspicious behavior as soon as you catch it.


How to Remove Malware From Your Mac
Your Mac isn't immune, and you'll want to address infections quickly to minimize the damage.


Blue Shield of California Exposed the Data of 4.7 Million People to Google
Protected health information was shared from Google Analytics to Google Ads.


What's New on Netflix in May 2025
Comedy series "The Four Seasons" and "Sirens" and the final season of "Big Mouth."


Max Has New 'Extra Member' Pricing Tiers
You'll have to pay to add family and friends outside your household.


Today’s Wordle Hints (and Answer) for Wednesday, April 23, 2025
Here are some hints to help you win Wordle #1,404.


You Can Now Make Google Messages Blur NSFW Images
Sensitive content warnings are rolling out for images with nudity.


Blue Check Verification Is Coming to Bluesky
Users will have to be approved by mods or a "Trusted Verifier."


Today’s Wordle Hints (and Answer) for Tuesday, April 22, 2025
Here are some hints to help you win Wordle #1,403.