AMD is reportedly set to release its Ryzen 9 9950X3D and 9900X3D processors on March 12, according to videoCardz and Golden Pig Upgrade. However, gamers may still be better off with the existing Ryzen 9800X3D, which was released last November. The 9950X3D is AMD’s flagship 16-core processor for gaming, while the 9900X3D is its lesser … Read more
An experimental trial of gene therapy has helped four toddlers born with severe forms of childhood blindness gain significant improvements in their sight. The rare genetic condition causes rapid vision deterioration from birth, leaving babies registered as legally blind and only able to distinguish between dark and light. The innovative procedure involves injecting healthy copies … Read more
Electric trucking startup Nikola is seeking to sell its remaining assets as early as April, according to lawyers for the company. At least three interested buyers have expressed interest in acquiring the entire business, with potential bids due by late March. If a buyer cannot be found, Nikola plans to auction off its assets, including … Read more
San Antonio Spurs coach Mitch Johnson has expressed confidence in Victor Wembanyama’s recovery, stating there are “no concerns for his long-term health personally or basketball activities.” The 20-year-old center has been shut down due to a blood clot in his shoulder, which he developed despite showing signs of fatigue before the All-Star break. Wembanyama joins … Read more
In the midst of a chaotic world, “Zero Day” brings an entertaining dose of escapism through its thrilling storyline and strong performances, particularly from an on-form Robert De Niro. The show revolves around former US President George Mullen, played by De Niro, who is pulled out of retirement to lead a commission investigating a cyber-attack … Read more
Scientists have uncovered a nearly complete skull of a previously unidentified species of hyaenodonta, an ancient carnivore that once dominated the food chain. The discovery in Egypt’s Western Desert provides new insights into this extinct group of animals and their evolutionary history. The fossil, dated to around 30 million years ago, belongs to the subfamily … Read more
The US Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) has denied plans to receive transferred employees from other agencies targeted by recent workforce cuts, amid concerns over potential agency consolidation. The OCC stated that some email lists for transferees from the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp (FDIC) and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) were … Read more
Singer-songwriter Grimes has taken to Elon Musk’s social media platform X to plead with her ex, who is the executive chairman of the platform, to respond to a urgent message about one of their children. Grimes claims that the child requires immediate medical attention and that she needs to discuss the situation with Musk. Grimes’ … Read more
Amazon has taken control of the James Bond franchise after purchasing MGM Studios for $8.5 billion in 2022. The deal marked a significant shift in creative control, with Amazon now having final say over the iconic character’s portrayal. Longtime producers Michael G. Wilson and Barbara Broccoli have stepped back from producing Bond films to focus … Read more
Three buses in Israel’s Bat Yam city exploded on Thursday night, sparking a security alert after Hamas released four Israeli hostages held in Gaza. No one was injured, but several bombs were discovered under other buses and explosive devices have been found at bus depots. Israeli officials ordered all public transportation halted while vehicles are … Read more