A new variant of XCSSET, a powerful and highly destructive macOS malware family, has been detected by Microsoft. The variant, which was first reported in 2020, marked the first publicly known update to the malware since 2022. Microsoft said it has observed limited attacks so far, but warned that the malware poses significant security risks. … Read more
NetEase, the developer behind Marvel Rivals, has laid off an unspecified number of employees in its US operations. The news comes as a shock, given the game’s massive success, with 20 million players within days of its December 2024 launch. Several developers who were let go are sharing their experiences on LinkedIn, expressing disappointment and … Read more
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has questioned the need for European involvement in peace talks between Russia and the US over Ukraine. He suggested that if Europe’s participation is merely cosmetic, with its leaders intending to continue the war, then there’s no reason to invite them. This comes amid efforts by European leaders to secure … Read more
Muhsin Hendricks, a prominent figure in South African Muslim community, was shot and killed over the weekend, with authorities investigating whether the murder is a hate crime. Hendricks founded the Inner Circle, a safe haven for gay Muslims, after coming out as openly gay in 1996. Hendricks’ car was ambushed near Gqeberha in Eastern Cape … Read more
The US is experiencing its worst flu season since 2009, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The current 2024-25 influenza season has seen a significant increase in illnesses, hospitalizations, and deaths. As of February 8, 2025, the CDC reported 29 million illnesses, 370,000 hospitalizations, and 16,000 deaths due to the flu. … Read more
“Saturday Night Live” celebrated its 50th anniversary in style, featuring a star-studded cast and special guests. The primetime special, which aired live from Studio 8H, included live performances, sketches, and references to current events. Among the many memorable moments were several surprises that may have flown under the radar. Here are five details you might … Read more
A$AP Rocky has been acquitted of two felony assault charges related to an altercation with his former friend and fellow rapper A$AP Relli in 2021. The jury delivered its verdict on Tuesday, February 18, after deliberating for hours. The prosecution had argued that Rocky fired a semi-automatic handgun at Relli during the altercation, while the … Read more
Nvidia has quietly dropped support for 32-bit PhysX on its new RTX 50-series, affecting games that heavily rely on the physics engine. This change means some older titles will lose part of their dynamic effects, such as cloth textures and particle simulations. Nvidia staff confirmed the move, stating that 32-bit CUDA applications are deprecated on … Read more
Russian President Vladimir Putin sees an opportunity in Donald Trump’s administration to achieve his goal of resolving the conflict in Ukraine. Despite facing opposition from within Europe and without clear objectives, Putin views a potential deal with Trump as a way to weaken Ukrainian resolve and further Russia’s interests. Putin has not publicly stated what … Read more
The New Orleans Saints are nearing completion of a deal to appoint Doug Nussmeier as their new offensive coordinator. This marks Nussmeier’s first NFL coaching position, having previously held roles in college football at several top programs, including Florida, Michigan, and Alabama. He will join current coach Dennis Moore on the Saints’ staff, with whom … Read more