Microsoft’s Forza franchise is expanding beyond its traditional Xbox territory with the debut of Forza Horizon 5 on PlayStation 5 this spring. This marks a significant shift away from Microsoft’s dedication to console exclusivity, and may pave the way for future cross-platform releases. Forza Horizon 5, developed by Playground Games, takes place in a vibrant, … Read more
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is set to embark on his first diplomatic mission abroad, visiting five countries in Central and South America. During the trip, he will reinforce the Trump administration’s immigration priorities with leaders in the region and address Beijing’s influence. This historic visit marks a realignment of American diplomatic priorities, with … Read more
Deckers Brands, a leading global footwear, apparel, and accessories maker, has reported significant growth in its third quarter (Q3) of fiscal 2025, with net sales increasing by 17.1% to $1.82bn compared to $1.56bn in the same period last year. The direct-to-consumer segment played a key role in this growth, with net sales rising 17.9% to … Read more
Belgian politicians have reached a breakthrough after months of negotiations, paving the way for Flemish nationalist Bart De Wever to become prime minister. The agreement brings together five parties and marks a significant step towards healing deep divisions within the country. According to Conner Rousseau, president of Vooruit, one of the parties in the new … Read more
Electronic Arts (EA) has significantly reduced its workforce at BioWare, a renowned video game developer, following the underwhelming sales of Dragon Age: The Veilguard. The studio’s headcount has dwindled to fewer than 100 employees. In a move that is more extensive than previously reported, EA has cut back on BioWare’s personnel in an attempt to … Read more
Norwegian police have seized a Russian-crewed ship, the Silver Dania, over suspicion of damaging a fiber cable in the Baltic Sea between Latvia and Sweden. The ship was found on Thursday evening by Troms Police after a request from Latvian authorities. It was brought into the port of Tromso on Friday morning. The investigation is … Read more
The Denver Nuggets are set to face off against the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday, looking to bounce back from their three-game losing streak. The 76ers will be missing several key players, including Joel Embiid and Paul George, due to injuries. However, backup center Andre Drummond’s potential return could prove significant for the 76ers. Despite their … Read more
Blake Lively’s lawyers have successfully blocked attorney Bryan Freedman from taking her deposition in a sexual harassment lawsuit against Justin Baldoni. The request came hours after the couple, along with their lawyer Ryan Reynolds, filed notice to dismiss Baldoni’s $400 million defamation and extortion suit. Freedman had previously made “extrajudicial statements” in the media about … Read more
Mastodon is a decentralized social network that allows users to stay updated on what’s happening. It offers a unique feature of following anyone across the fediverse, providing a chronological feed without algorithms or ads. This approach sets it apart from other social media platforms. Key benefits of Mastodon include its absence of algorithm-driven content curation, … Read more
A new study has shed light on the potential dangers of microplastics, finding that these tiny fragments can cause blockages in brain blood vessels. Researchers from the Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences tracked microplastics in mouse brains using high-resolution laser-based imaging techniques. The study revealed that microplastic-laden immune cells became lodged inside blood vessels … Read more