Researchers have long observed the striking contrast between our rapid sensory input and slow decision-making processes. Studies suggest that even in high-stakes activities like competitive gaming or memorizing large amounts of information, our brains process data at a rate of around 10 bits per second. This speed limit is surprising given the vast amount of … Read more
Jules Feiffer, a celebrated cartoonist and illustrator, has passed away at the age of 95 due to congestive heart failure. Born in New York, Feiffer began his career as an assistant to Will Eisner in the 1940s and later helmed his own comic strip “Feiffer” with The Village Voice. Feiffer is best known for illustrating … Read more
Google has announced its first public beta build of Android 16, with a scheduled release date in January 2025. The upcoming update includes several minor fixes, including one that resolves an issue causing devices to restart when making phone calls. The latest Android 15 QPR2 Beta 3 version, which includes the January 2025 security patches, … Read more
Apple is expected to launch a brand-new iPhone model this year, dubbed the iPhone Air, which promises a sleek and slim design. The iPhone Air will be part of the iPhone 17 lineup, set to debut in fall 2024. According to rumors, the phone’s main selling point is its ultra-slim design, rumored to be as … Read more
Film director David Lynch was a true original, leaving an indelible mark on 20th-century cinema. His films, such as “Eraserhead,” “Mulholland Drive,” and “Inland Empire,” have become iconic and continue to influence artists today. A key element of his work was a genuine love for the quintessential American landscape: small-town America, complete with picket fences … Read more
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A Bangladeshi national, Shariful Islam Shehzad, allegedly broke into actor Saif Ali Khan’s home in Mumbai to commit robbery and stabbed him multiple times. The police have found that Shariful planned to travel to Bangladesh but was arrested from Thane after he couldn’t get a train ticket to Howrah. The investigation is ongoing, with the … Read more
Crypto executives are worried that investors will lash out against them due to their association with Donald Trump’s cryptocurrency projects. This concern has been triggered by recent news about memecoin NFTs linked to the former US president. The memecoin craze, which involves trading and collecting unique digital tokens tied to popular culture or memes, has … Read more
Samsung has officially launched its latest flagship device, the Galaxy S25 Ultra. The highly anticipated smartphone boasts premium features such as a 200MP camera and Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset. The Galaxy Unpacked 2025 event has come to an end, with Samsung showcasing its full lineup of devices, including the S25 Ultra, Plus, and standard model. … Read more
Netflix shares jumped in extended trading Tuesday after the streaming giant reported better-than-expected fourth-quarter results and lifted its 2025 revenue outlook. The stock soared 14% to nearly $995, gaining 80% over the past 12 months. The company added 19 million net new subscribers in the fourth quarter, taking its membership tally to over 300 million. … Read more