2K and Firaxis Games are revamping the classic strategy game Civilization VII for virtual reality (VR) with the announcement of Civilization VII VR. Players will build cities on a massive circular surface called the Command Table, positioned above the playing area. The new experience supports both single-player and online multiplayer modes, with limitations on online … Read more
A teddy bear, once belonging to the family’s deceased daughter, has become a source of comfort for Gillian Brisley as she watched her son-in-law Eli Sharabi being released from captivity on Saturday. The bear was a tangible link between the Brisleys and events in the Middle East, serving as a reminder of everything they’ve suffered … Read more
Boeing has informed employees working on the Space Launch System program that up to 400 jobs could be at risk due to potential revisions to the Artemis program and cost expectations. The company has announced preparations for cutting these positions, citing “revisions” as the reason. According to a Boeing spokesperson, the potential job cuts would … Read more
A recent study by the Turner twins, identical twins who have conducted numerous experiments on health and fitness, aimed to compare the effects of high-carb and high-fat diets. The 36-year-old twins spent three months following different diet plans, with one twin consuming a high-carb diet while the other followed a high-fat diet. The study revealed … Read more
This year’s Super Bowl is more than just a football game – it’s also a national food holiday. According to Google, different states have unique favorite chicken wing flavors and styles. In six states, Buffalo wings reign supreme, while in another state, cauliflower version takes the top spot. Air-fried wings dominate in six states, with … Read more
Graphene, a monolayer carbon structure, has long been touted for its promising features, including superconductivity under specific conditions. Researchers at Northeaster and Harvard have teamed up to unravel the mystery of graphene’s superconducting properties. Recent experiments with very cold stacks of graphene have shown that it can superconductor when placed at precise angles. However, the … Read more
The deadly trend of “subway surfing” has claimed over a dozen lives in New York City in recent years, with many young boys succumbing to the allure of climbing onto moving trains. Authorities have tried various measures, including public awareness campaigns and drone patrols, but experts say a more fundamental solution is needed. The subway … Read more
Iowa State ended its three-game losing streak with an 82-52 win over TCU on Saturday. Curtis Jones led the way with 24 points, while Milan Momcilovic returned from injury to add 14 points. Dishon Jackson contributed 14 points as well, and Joshua Jefferson had a double-double with 13 points and 10 rebounds. Momcilovic, who missed … Read more
A groundbreaking medical breakthrough has given a 66-year-old man with end-stage kidney disease a second chance at life. Tim Andrews, from Massachusetts, underwent an experimental transplant using a genetically modified pig kidney. The procedure, facilitated by the US Food and Drug Administration’s Expanded Access pathway, marks a significant milestone in the field of xenotransplantation. Andrews … Read more
Researchers have uncovered remnants of an ancient glacier, possibly over a million years old, buried within the permafrost of a remote island in the Canadian Arctic. The frozen relic, which dates back to around 770,000 years ago, could provide valuable insights into Earth’s climatic history and how glaciers formed, evolved, and survived through past ice … Read more