A Bulgarian shipping company has denied any intentional sabotage of an underwater fiber optic cable in the Baltic Sea, claiming weather conditions and technical issues were responsible. The Vezhen ship, carrying fertilizer to South America, was detained after authorities suspected sabotage following its latest inspection. CEO Alexander Kalchev stated that while the cable likely broke … Read more
** The U.S. is experiencing a “quad-demic,” with four viruses surging together—COVID-19, influenza, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), and norovirus. This wave follows a long period of stable activity since November, with rising test positivity rates for each virus. The CDC notes increased cases in all regions, especially winter months. The surge is expected to overwhelm … Read more
Blue Origin has announced a new suborbital spaceflight of its New Shepard rocket, set for no earlier than January 28 at 11 a.m. Eastern time from its test site in West Texas. This mission will deliver 30 payloads—none passengers—to explore lunar gravity simulation capabilities. Unlike previous flights, the New Shepard crew capsule will spin using … Read more
Neil Gaiman’s longtime publisher, Dark Horse Comics, has withdrawn its association with the fantasy author following multiple women coming forward with sexual assault claims. The publisher confirmed in a Jan. 24 post that it will no longer publish Gaiman’s works, including the eight-part *Anansi Boys* comic series, seven of which have already been released. Gaiman … Read more
New Zealand has relaxed its visa rules to allow remote workers to work while visiting. The move aims to stimulate the economy by boosting tourism as the country recovers from a recession. Targeting highly skilled individuals, particularly IT professionals from Southeast Asia and the US, the government seeks to attract more visitors who can support … Read more
Australia’s Indigenous community marks national day with “Invasion Day” rallies, honoring their cultural heritage and future leaders, while protests across capitals echo similar struggles to Palestinian communities. Indigenous Australians represent about 4% of the population, celebrating an event commemorating European arrival nearly 250 years ago. Source: https://uk.news.yahoo.com/suspects-explosives-break-museum-steal-140756185.html
** The *Orcs Must Die!* series has long been a budget-friendly alternative to more expansive games, offering consistent value. The latest installment, *Deathtrap*, introduces roguelike elements while maintaining its core appeal. While it adds new dimensions like random mods and challenging maps, some players find this repetitive. Yet, for those who enjoy the game’s charm, … Read more
** In the first phase of a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, eight of 43 captured or missing hostages were confirmed dead. The remaining 35, including seven who had previously been released, are alive, according to Israeli officials. Hamas has reportedly claimed responsibility for the victims’ deaths without comment on their cause of death. … Read more
Gaming enthusiasts, get ready to level up your collection! The Nintendo Switch Supercharge Sale is here for you, offering incredible deals on a wide variety of games until February 9. Don’t forget to use your My Nintendo Points* when making qualifying purchases to earn more points toward future buys, including DLCs and Nintendo Switch Online … Read more
European countries are expected to agree to ease sanctions on Syria as part of supporting its political transition and influencing new Islamist-led governments. Diplomats suggest gradually lifting sanctions, contingent on the new authorities respecting women’s rights and protecting ethnic and religious minorities, during upcoming EU meetings next week. This move aims to reduce Russia’s influence … Read more