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The best VPS hosting services for 2026: Expert tested and reviewed

The best VPS hosting services for 2026: Expert tested and reviewed

Published by skeptic

If your online project, business, or service has outgrown dedicated hosting, your next port of call should be a virtual private server (VPS) hosting provider. A VPS hosting service offers far more power, flexibility, and scalability than shared hosting platforms can. If you are experiencing high traffic volumes and your infrastructure is creaking under the load, you will need a VPS service to maintain uptime and grow your business. VPS hosting plans also have less downtime and no restrictions or limits associated with sharing computing resources as a single customer in a pool of users. The services we recommend offer varied pricing, customizable resources, reliable security, and scalability to suit your needs.  Also: Best email hosting services and best virtual private networks  In ZDNET’s March update, we refreshed our 2026 guide, examining recent customer reviews and updating our recommendations with the latest news in the VPS hosting space.  Get more in-depth ZDNET tech coverage: Add us as a preferred Google source on Chrome and Chromium browsers. Best web hosting deals of the week Deals are selected by the CNET …

10 easy Easter home decor ideas for hosting springtime social events

10 easy Easter home decor ideas for hosting springtime social events

Published by Daniella Wilson

Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Marking spring’s arrival and fresh beginnings, the Easter holidays are a truly joyous time for social gatherings. With an array of charming adornments – from ornamental eggs and wreaths to playful bunnies – there’s abundant scope for crafting beautifully themed tablescapes, complete with all the special touches. Here’s how to pull it all together with some decorative must-haves… 1. Yellow & Green Easter East Wreath, £45, Floralsilk open image in gallery Yellow & Green Easter East Wreath, Floralsilk This celebratory Easter egg wreath speaks of promise – and sets the scene for egg hunts and a flavour of what’s to come. For added interest, tie a lilac ribbon on the top. 2. Daffodil Blooms Washable Runner, £78.99, (65 x 150cm); Daffodil Blooms Washable Doormat, …

Viewers ‘beyond thrilled’ with Richard Osman’s BBC replacement after 9 years hosting House of Games

Viewers ‘beyond thrilled’ with Richard Osman’s BBC replacement after 9 years hosting House of Games

Published by Daniella Wilson

Attention all House of Games fans! Welsh actor Michael Sheen has been announced as Richard Osman’s replacement for the hit BBC gameshow after nine years as host – and viewers are “beyond thrilled” with the decision. The shock news that Richard would be stepping down from the gameshow after nine years at the helm came on 3 March, when he shared that he would be passing the baton to someone new. On Instagram, Richard shared: “It has been such a great pleasure, and honour, to present House Of Games for the last nine years, with the absolute best team in television. But it’s time to let someone else have a go, and I’m very excited to hand over the House keys to the lucky new host!’ Watch this space…” Michael, 57, is a beloved actor best known for his roles in the Twilight franchise, Masters of Sex, A Very Royal Scandal and the sitcom Staged, in which he appeared alongside David Tennant. His new appointment marks his debut as a TV quiz show host, and he …

Google-Linked AI Site Hosting Epstein Island Roleplays, Ghislaine Maxwell Bots

Google-Linked AI Site Hosting Epstein Island Roleplays, Ghislaine Maxwell Bots

Published by José Betancourt

Sign up to see the future, today Can’t-miss innovations from the bleeding edge of science and tech Even as scrutiny of the Epstein files reaches a fever pitch, the controversial AI platform Character.AI is hosting chatbots based on the prolific sex criminal, as well as his accomplice Ghislaine Maxwell and “Epstein Island” roleplays. The accounts aren’t hidden. Simple keyword searches for “Epstein” and “Ghislaine Maxwell” revealed more than a dozen different bots dedicated to the late sex trafficker, his accomplice, and the island Epstein owned where many of his crimes against girls and women occurred. And this isn’t the first time journalists have flagged the problem: the Bureau of Investigative Journalism first reported on the existence of Epstein bots on the site back in October 2025. The content exists in the form of the site’s “characters” — the companion-like AI bots the site is known for — as well as its newer “scenes” feature. Announced in October 2025, scenes are described as “short, character-driven roleplay moments that turn simple chats into immersive story-driven worlds.” In other …

Best email hosting services 2026: Expert tested and reviewed

Best email hosting services 2026: Expert tested and reviewed

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Not all inboxes are created equal. While free email platforms offer the basics, dedicated email services generally look more professional, inspire trust, and offer customization options that help you promote your brand. The best hosts will provide streamlined inboxes, productivity tools, AI assistance, storage options, and a variety of security features to keep accounts and businesses safe from phishing and intrusion attempts.  I’ve found the best email hosting services for individuals, small businesses, and large organizations. Whether you need secure email, a custom email address, scalable infrastructure, or a security focus, my recommendations will meet your needs.  Also: The best web hosting services: Expert tested In ZDNET’s March update, we made editorial updates, refreshed our FAQs, and updated our guide with the latest news in the email hosting space.  Get more in-depth ZDNET tech coverage: Add us as a preferred Google source on Chrome and Chromium browsers. Best personal data removal service deals of the week Deals are selected by the CNET Group commerce team, and may be unrelated to this article. What is the best …

Vanity Fair Oscar Party: When does the red-carpet livestream start and who’s hosting?

Vanity Fair Oscar Party: When does the red-carpet livestream start and who’s hosting?

Published by Daniella Wilson

Get the latest entertainment news, reviews and star-studded interviews with our Independent Culture email Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter Vanity Fair is preparing to celebrate Hollywood’s biggest night of the year — the 2026 Oscars — and will take viewers along for the ride. On Sunday, March 15, stars will descend on the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles to honor the best films of the past year. Immediately after the ceremony, attendees will make their way to the Los Angeles County Museum of Art to drink and dance the night away at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party. Other stars who did not attend the Oscars have also been known to join the festivities. This year’s event will mark the magazine’s 32nd Oscar Party. Past parties were held at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts in Beverly Hills, California. While the afterparty is closed to anyone not on the guest list, fans will still be able to catch celebrity arrivals …

Russia Warns ‘Vulnerable’ Finland As It Moves To Lift Ban On Hosting NATO Nukes

Russia Warns ‘Vulnerable’ Finland As It Moves To Lift Ban On Hosting NATO Nukes

Published by Jenni Sidey

The last thing the world needs at this moment of raging war in Iran and the Persian Gulf region is another round of nuclear saber-rattling related to that other raging hotspot – the Ukraine conflict, but that’s precisely what is happening again this week. The Kremlin is warning that Russia could respond if Finland moves forward with plans to scrap its longstanding ban on the transit and storage of nuclear weapons, framing the proposal as a direct security threat on its border. The alleged nuclear discussions come after reports that NATO could look for alternatives to Washington providing Europe with NATO’s ‘nuclear shield’ – as has always been the case since the Cold War. Finland is a new NATO member, having only just formally joined the alliance, abandoning historic neutrality, in April of 2023. On Thursday, the Finnish government confirmed it will seek amendments to the country’s Nuclear Energy Act and Criminal Code, removing legal barriers that currently prevent the import or hosting of nuclear weapons for defense purposes. Source: Yle Officials suggest the legislative …

Jake Shane Plans to Let Loose After Hosting Vanity Fair’s Oscar Party Livestream

Jake Shane Plans to Let Loose After Hosting Vanity Fair’s Oscar Party Livestream

Published by Sam Flores

Jake Shane doesn’t know what he’s wearing on Oscar Sunday. “That is a daily conversation,” he tells me. It’s an important consideration: The podcaster and comedian will be cohosting the Vanity Fair Oscar Party livestream that night with fellow viral sensations Quenlin Blackwell and Brittany Broski. Today he’s wearing a Gracie Abrams sweatshirt as we chat over Zoom about the upcoming gig. Although he frequently talks to stars like Hilary Duff, Glen Powell, and Kerry Washington on his podcast, Therapuss, Shane knows that this will be a different beast. “I don’t think I’ve ever done something live like this,” he says—then checks with his publicist to make sure that’s true. (It is.) “So I’m very anxious, but I’m very excited about it.” Luckily, he’s been flexing his live-comedy chops. Shane made his Broadway debut last month in All Out: Comedy About Ambition, joining the show alongside Jenny Slate, Ray Romano, and Nicholas Braun. “It’s amazing. I’m having a great time,” he says. “I feel like I’m learning a lot. The director, Alex Timbers, is amazing. …

Finland to Lift Full Ban on Hosting Nuclear Arms, Government Says

Finland to Lift Full Ban on Hosting Nuclear Arms, Government Says

Published by Sam Flores

HELSINKI, March 5 (Reuters) – Finland plans to lift ⁠a ⁠long-standing ban on having nuclear ⁠arms on its territory, the government said on Thursday, aligning ​with Nordic neighbours in a move that could open the door to deploying atomic bombs ‌on Finnish soil during times ‌of war. Finland’s Nuclear Energy Act, passed in 1987, prohibits the import, manufacture, possession ⁠and detonation ⁠of nuclear explosives on its soil, seen by some Finns as ​a clause that would benefit only Russia if there ever was a war. While Finland maintained neutrality during the Cold War era, the country in 2023 joined the NATO military alliance ​in response to nuclear-armed Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine the preceding year. “The amendment ⁠is necessary ⁠to enable Finland’s military ⁠defense as ​part of the alliance and to take full advantage of NATO’s deterrence and collective ​defence,” Finnish Defence Minister ⁠Antti Hakkanen told a press conference. The proposed change will next go to parliament where the right-wing coalition government holds a majority. Neighbours Sweden, Denmark and Norway have long-standing policies against nuclear …

Denmark in Talks With Ukrainian Drone Maker Skyfall on Hosting Production

Denmark in Talks With Ukrainian Drone Maker Skyfall on Hosting Production

Published by Sam Flores

STOCKHOLM, Feb 24 (Reuters) – Ukrainian ⁠drone ⁠maker Skyfall ⁠is in talks with Denmark ​about becoming the second defence firm ‌from the war-torn country ‌to establish production on ⁠Danish ⁠soil, the Nordic country’s defence ministry said on ​Tuesday. Skyfall develops unmanned aerial systems (UAS) including attack drones and drone interceptors, the ​firm said on its website. “Skyfall is ⁠a company ⁠with an impressive ⁠product ​portfolio that can provide strategically important production ​and supply ⁠on Danish soil – both for Ukraine and Denmark,” the defence ministry said in a statement. Copenhagen ⁠last year announced that Ukraine’s Fire Point will begin ⁠production of fuel for long-range missiles in Denmark, marking the first expansion abroad by a Ukrainian defence company. Russia’s foreign ministry in December said the production of fuel for Ukrainian missiles in ⁠Denmark posed a risk of escalation. Ukraine in December signed an agreement with the Netherlands for joint drone ​production. (Reporting by Anna Ringstrom, editing ​by Terje Solsvik) Copyright 2026 Thomson Reuters. Photos You Should See – Feb. 2026 Source link