In the sci-fi video game Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector, dice rolls take center stage, subverting the medium’s conventions. By placing randomness at the forefront, the game creates a unique narrative experience that supports player choice and drama. The game drops players into a cyberpunk future where they must navigate the hardscrabble living of mercenaries, … Read more
A recent outbreak of H5N9 bird flu in Merced, California, has raised concerns about the potential for two strains of avian influenza to spread among humans. The US has struggled to control the spread of H5N1, another strain that has been spreading among birds for years. The H5N1 strain has already appeared in other animals … Read more
Dick Button, the iconic American figure skater who won Olympic gold in 1948 and 1952, has passed away at the age of 95. As a pioneering superstar, innovator, businessperson, and television personality, he revolutionized the sport of figure skating, bringing it to the masses through his work on ABC Sports. Button’s expertise and charismatic on-air … Read more
Taylor Swift is bringing her fandom to the big game, and DraftKings Sportsbook has got you covered. Ahead of Super Bowl LIX on February 9, the sportsbook released over two dozen “Swiftie Specials” that tie into Swift songs or albums, as well as her boyfriend Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce. DraftKings offers odds for several … Read more
A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launched the SpainSat NG-1 satellite into geostationary orbit from Kennedy Space Center’s Pad 39A on Wednesday night, marking a significant milestone for the Spanish telecommunications company Hisdesat. The launch, which took place at 8:34 p.m., was carried out with precision and went smoothly. The second-stage booster broke away 31 minutes … Read more
Artificial intelligence company DeepSeek AI has gained popularity globally, challenging the US control over the AI industry. Founder Elon Musk has questioned its microchip claims, saying it’s “obviously” that 50,000 specialized chips are needed to train DeepSeek’s model. DeepSeek AI, powered by open-source models, requires fewer chips than leading models, with only 2,000 specialized chips … Read more
Apple’s recent partnership with Globalstar to enable iPhone users to access its satellite services has sent shockwaves through the satellite industry, with shares in rival companies plummeting. On January 29, Globalstar’s stock closed nearly 18% down after Apple announced its ability to join beta tests for SpaceX’s Starlink service in the United States. This move … Read more
Game studio Midnight Society has announced its closure and cancellation of the highly anticipated NFT-backed shooter, DEADROP. The decision affects over 55 developers who worked on the project. In a statement, Midnight Society expressed gratitude to its community and apologized for not reaching its ultimate goal. Founded by Robert Bowling and content creator Dr Disrespect, … Read more
No Doubt performed at the Kia Forum in Los Angeles as part of the FireAid concert series on Thursday night. The band, led by Gwen Stefani, opened with a playful rendition of their 1995 hit “Just a Girl” before delivering an emotional performance of “Don’t Speak.” They also played their traditional set closer “Spiderwebs.” The … Read more
Sean “Diddy” Combs, 55, faces increased charges in his sex trafficking case, which is set for trial on May 5. The updated indictment adds four years to the alleged racketeering conspiracy, spanning from around 2004 to 2024. Combs has pleaded not guilty and remains incarcerated without bail. Prosecutors allege that Combs used his power and … Read more