Microsoft has released Windows 11 Build 22631.4825 (KB5050092) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel. This update includes several new features and improvements, which are categorized into gradual rollout and normal rollout sections. Gradual Rollout: – Taskbar: New previews for apps on the taskbar with improved animations. – Windows Studio Effects: An icon appears in … Read more
Houston Texans cornerback Kris Boyd said he was “too excited” and apologized for shoving special teams coordinator Frank Ross during the team’s loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. The incident occurred after a play, and cameras captured Boyd removing his helmet, which resulted in a 15-yard penalty. Boyd, who is in his second season with … Read more
Israel launched artillery and aircraft strikes in northern and central Gaza on Sunday morning, despite a ceasefire that was supposed to begin at 8:30 a.m. local time. The delay came after Hamas failed to provide the list of three hostages set to be released on Sunday, as agreed upon in a previous deal. Source: https://www.jpost.com/breaking-news/article-838174
Dave Chappelle took the stage at Studio 8H for Saturday Night Live’s new year’s episode, marking his fourth time hosting the show. In a emotional monologue, he expressed his concerns about being a voice of controversy and joked about the recent LA wildfires. Chappelle began by saying he was hesitant to host the show after … Read more
Israeli Nationalist Leader Ben-Gvir to Leave Coalition After Ceasefire Endorsement Ben Gvir, the leader of the far-right Religious Party in Israel’s coalition government, announced that he would be leaving the coalition after it endorsed a ceasefire deal with Gaza. The decision comes amid rising tensions between Israel and Hamas, the Palestinian militant group. The coalition … Read more
A Tampa resident is taking a unique approach to snagging discounted items during the post-holiday clearance sales. Melanie Diaz, who stocks up on bargain goods every day, says she often finds armloads of new merchandise in garbage containers behind big box stores. This thrifty shopper’s battle plan has become her go-to strategy for scoring deals … Read more
The 2025 Academy Awards will proceed as planned, but several awards season events have been impacted or delayed due to the ongoing Los Angeles wildfires. Renowned horror author Stephen King has called for the event to be cancelled, citing the devastating impact of the fires on the community. The Academy’s CEO and president have issued … Read more
Norovirus is currently circulating in the US, causing widespread illness. In Oregon, outbreaks are reported but individual cases aren’t tracked. As of December 2023, there were 29 norovirus outbreaks across the state. The virus is highly contagious but not spread through respiratory droplets like a cold or flu. It survives on surfaces and in vomit … Read more
The crypto industry gathered at the first-ever crypto inauguration ball, celebrating President-elect Donald Trump’s presidency and the promise of major changes in crypto policy. Executives from prominent crypto companies like Crypto.com, Kraken, and Exodus mingled with politicians and industry leaders, enjoying cocktails and dancing to rap music by Snoop Dogg. The event marked a significant … Read more
President Joe Biden is leaving office with dismal job ratings, as voters overwhelmingly criticize his economic policies. A recent Fox News survey shows that 52% of Americans believe the Biden administration has made the economy worse, while only 28% think it’s better. This sentiment is consistent across various demographic groups, including Democrats, independents, and Republicans. … Read more