The Wireless Power Consortium (WPC) has announced that more Android devices will use the MagSafe-based Qi2 charging standard in 2025, as part of a broader update to the Qi v2.1 specification. While not all devices will require magnets, some phones may need cases with embedded magnets for magnetic alignment, earning them the “Qi2 Ready” certification. … Read more
The Triangle is experiencing peak respiratory illness season, with hospitals seeing a significant increase in cases of COVID-19, RSV, and the flu. According to Dr. David Weber at UNC Health, “all three are up compared to a few weeks ago,” with influenza and RSV being more prominent than COVID. Hospitals have reported an uptick in … Read more
Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels exited yesterday’s game due to leg soreness, but coach Dan Quinn is not concerned about his availability for Sunday’s wild card game against Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Despite the issue, Quinn feels good about the team’s health and is confident that Daniels will be able to participate in the playoff matchup. … Read more
MIT Researchers Find Prochlorococcus Releases DNA Building Blocks into Ocean Water MIT researchers have made a groundbreaking discovery about the role of Prochlorococcus, a type of ocean microbe. They found that Prochlorococcus releases DNA building blocks into the water, which are then shared with other ocean microbes. These compounds act as nutrients or help regulate … Read more
Alabama native Abbie Stockard has been crowned Miss America 2025 at the annual beauty pageant in Orlando, Fla. She becomes the fourth Miss Alabama to hold the title. The 22-year-old nursing student expressed her gratitude and surprise in a video shared on Instagram Stories. Abbie’s partner, NBA player Walker Kessler of the Utah Jazz, congratulated … Read more
The Illinois Coalition for Community Services (ICCS) will host its second annual fundraiser, “Lights on Kankakee Part Two,” in March at Rigo’s Place in Kankakee. The event aims to highlight the city’s positive relationships and resources that make it a great place to live. ICCS Fundraising Director Rhonda Currie says the organization is working to … Read more
Google has implemented a measure to prevent abuse of its services by blocking IP addresses that make an excessive number of requests within a short period. The new policy aims to curb malicious activities and protect the platform from being overwhelmed. The 429 Too Many Requests error message is typically displayed when an application or … Read more
European leaders are pushing back against Tesla CEO Elon Musk after he suggested Britain’s prime minister should be imprisoned and questioned whether the U.S. should “liberate” its ally. Musk has been a vocal supporter of MAGA movement and has attacked world leaders on social media, including Labour Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Reform Party leader … Read more
Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels was replaced for part of Sunday’s win over the Dallas Cowboys due to mild leg soreness. However, coach Dan Quinn is not concerned about how this will affect Daniels in the playoffs. In an NFC wild-card playoff game against Tampa Bay on Sunday night, Daniels has been the presumptive favorite … Read more
McDonald’s is ending some of its diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) practices, citing the Supreme Court’s recent ruling on affirmative action. The fast-food giant has become the latest major corporation to scale back on its “woke” policies amid activist pressure. In an open letter, McDonald’s announced it is scrapping its “aspirational representation goals,” removing its … Read more