Fingerprint Unlock Added to Pixel Phones in Android 16 DP2

Google is introducing a new feature to its Pixel phones with the release of Android 16 DP2. The “Screen-off fingerprint unlock” option allows users to access their phone’s fingerprint sensor even when the screen is completely turned off. This feature appears to be exclusive to the Pixel 9 series, as it was not found in … Read more

Squid Game Creator Speaks Out After Exhausting First Season

Squid Game season 2 is set to release on December 26, but creator Hwang Dong-hyuk seems worn out by the success of the show. In an interview with Variety, he expressed his exhaustion and fatigue from working non-stop for three years to produce the second season. Originally intended as a one-off series after a decade … Read more

Raiders Snap 10-Game Skid with Thrilling 19-14 Win Over Jaguars

The Las Vegas Raiders ended a 10-game losing streak with a thrilling 19-14 victory over the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday. Aidan O’Connell passed for 257 yards and led the team to their first win in nearly three months. The Raiders moved ahead of the league-worst New York Giants, improving their chances of securing the No. … Read more

Thousands Protest in Serbia Over Train Station Accident

Serbia’s capital Belgrade was gripped by protests on Sunday as tens of thousands of Serbians gathered to demand action over a deadly train station accident that killed 15 people. The protesters, led by university students and farmer unions, blame the government and President Aleksandar Vucic for the accident. The rally, one of the largest in … Read more

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When visiting this website, users are presented with a cookie notice that provides essential information about the types of cookies used and how they will be used. The notice outlines two options for users: “Accept All Cookies” or “Reject All”. Clicking on “Accept All Cookies” allows the website to store cookies on user devices to … Read more

Two Southern California Men Charged with $22 Million Crypto Scam

Two men, Gabriel Hay and Gavin Mayo, are facing charges for allegedly defrauding investors of over $22 million in cryptocurrency through fraudulent NFT schemes. According to the indictment, they conducted a series of “rugpulls,” soliciting funds for abandoned projects that left investors with significant financial losses. Hay and Mayo allegedly misled investors with false claims … Read more

Cyclone Chido Brings Devastation to Mozambique and Mayotte

A powerful cyclone, named Chido, has struck Mozambique, killing 94 people and injuring over 768 others since it made landfall last week. The storm caused widespread damage and affected more than 622,000 people in some capacity. Chido hit the eastern African country on December 15 with winds of 260 km/h (160mph) and heavy rainfall, before … Read more

Rams Win Thrilling Game Against Jets, Clinch Division Title Bid

The Los Angeles Rams continued their winning streak on Sunday, defeating the New York Jets 19-9 at MetLife Stadium. The victory marked their eighth win in the last 10 games and solidified their control of the NFC West. With only two games left in the regular season, the Rams are now well-positioned to secure a … Read more

SpaceX Launches 21 Starlink Satellites Successfully

SpaceX launched 21 Starlink internet satellites into orbit from Florida’s Space Coast early Monday morning (Dec. 23) and landed the returning rocket successfully. The Falcon 9 rocket lifted off from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center at 12:35 a.m. EDT, carrying the Starlink spacecraft with 13 of its units capable of providing direct cell phone connectivity. The … Read more

US Stocks Rise as Tech Sector Drives Gains

The US stock market closed higher today, with gains driven primarily by the tech sector. This news comes as investors continue to monitor the industry’s performance and its potential impact on the overall economy. For more in-depth analysis and insights from top financial journalists, consider subscribing to the Financial Times for access to quality journalism … Read more