Before stepping back from its involvement with the news industry, Meta's CEO, Mark Zuckerberg, considered deepening its ties to news outlets, including a potential acquisition of a news organization such as The Associated Press. Zuckerberg explored possibilities of subsidizing the AP, either through Facebook or his philanthropic endeavors, as...
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The highly anticipated sequel to Hades, Hades II, recently debuted in early access, and despite my struggle with self-control, I dove right into the incomplete version. This new installment introduces Melinoë, a lesser-known Greek goddess and Zagreus's sister, adding a fresh twist to the storyline. One standout feature is...
An Australian judge extended a ban on X, preventing the dissemination of videos showing the recent stabbing of a Sydney bishop. The government criticized X's free speech argument, prompting the extension. X Corp., led by Elon Musk, has been resistant to Australia's eSafety Commission's takedown notice, claiming censorship. Despite...
A former top executive of major Las Vegas casinos, Scott Sibella, pleaded guilty to allowing an illegal bookmaker to gamble millions at the MGM Grand, violating anti-money laundering laws. Sibella's lawyers sought probation as sentencing, following a related money laundering probe settlement. The bookmaker involved, Wayne Nix, used illicit...
Gearing Up for a Celestial Show: Your Guide to Catching the Eta Aquarid Meteor Shower Peak!
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The Eta Aquarid meteor shower, a yearly event in early May caused by Halley's comet debris, is expected to peak early Sunday with 10 to 30 meteors visible per hour in the Northern Hemisphere, providing a great opportunity for stargazers to witness this natural phenomenon without special equipment. For...
Microsoft Edge version 124.0.2478.80 introduces a new internet speed tool in the browser's toolbox, accessible by typing "Tools" in the search bar. This update includes various handy features like a calculator, unit converter, translation function, timer, and random number generator. With minor bug fixes and security updates, Edge's latest...
Small business owners are feeling the pinch of rising costs, with inflation and increased prices putting a strain on their operations. The current economic climate has led to a decrease in optimism among small businesses, as reported by the Small Business Optimism Index. Owners are finding it challenging to...
Elon Musk's surprise visit to China seems to have paid off as he met with Premier Li Qiang to discuss Tesla's Full Self-Driving technology in the country's auto market. Approval of this software could boost Tesla's sales in a competitive market. Partnering with Baidu for mapping and navigation functions...
Researchers have discovered that organ transplants can lead to unexpected changes in personality and sexual preferences, as seen in a study involving 47 participants where 89 percent reported such changes post-surgery. The University of Colorado's team found alterations in food, intimacy, and career choices, with some even claiming to...
The Labor Department's new rule, effective June 28, offers increased legal protections for temporary farmworkers under the H-2A program, addressing issues like employer retaliation, unsafe conditions, and illegal recruitment. Labor Secretary Julie Su hopes the rule will empower workers to advocate for themselves and combat labor law abuses. This...
A new study from the University of Minnesota Twin Cities reveals a connection between left-wing political beliefs, higher intelligence quotient scores, and genetic markers linked to intelligence. The research, published in the journal Intelligence, indicates that intelligence is associated with liberal political views and genetic factors, suggesting a complex...
Apple is in talks with OpenAI and Google about incorporating generative AI into iOS 18, the next iPhone operating system. While the iPhone 16 is expected to debut this fall with generative AI features, Apple is still deciding between ChatGPT, Gemini, or another third-party provider. CEO Tim Cook has...
