Galaxy S26 Ultra May Reintroduce Variable Aperture Camera Feature

Samsung may bring back a photography feature that was previously abandoned, the Galaxy S26 Ultra potentially offering variable aperture on its primary camera. This feature allows for switching between f/1.5 and f/2.4 settings, with the latter being ideal for daylight conditions and situations requiring more focus. Variable aperture was first introduced by Samsung with the … Read more

Bird Flu Kills 2 NYC Pet Cats Amid National Outbreak

Two pet cats in New York City have died from bird flu, officials said Friday. The virus, which has spread to birds, cattle, and other animals nationwide, poses a low risk to the general public, health authorities claim. The cats’ source of infection remains unknown, but possible routes include unpasteurized milk, infected food, or exposure … Read more

Loveland Tesla Dealership Vandalism: Second Arrest Made

A second arrest has been made in connection with vandalism and damage at the Loveland Tesla dealership. Cooper Jo Frederick, 24, of Fort Collins, was taken into custody on Thursday evening based on probable cause obtained through a continued investigation. According to police, an incendiary device was ignited and thrown at the Tesla building last … Read more

State Farm Executive Fired Over Comments on Premium Hikes After Wildfires

An executive for insurance giant State Farm was fired after he made comments about premium increases in response to Southern California wildfires. Haden Kirkpatrick, the company’s vice president for innovation and venture capital, was surreptitiously recorded on a video discussing how his team would adjust rates if they faced financial losses due to fires. Kirkpatrick … Read more

“Opus: A Satirical Look at Celebrity Culture”

The movie Opus shares eerie similarities with other arty horror films popularized by A24, such as Heretic and Ex Machina. It tells the story of eccentric musician Alfred Moretti, who invites a select few to his private compound for a lavish weekend listening party. However, this setup is actually a vehicle for exploring the world … Read more

Apple’s Siri Team Admits AI Delays Are Embarrassing

Apple’s top Siri executive, Robby Walker, has admitted that delays in key features have been “ugly and embarrassing” for the company. In an all-hands meeting with the Siri team, Walker expressed concerns about the current state of the technology, stating that the division is facing a difficult period. Walker also emphasized the importance of promoting … Read more

Medusa Ransomware Gang Attacks 300+ Organizations in Critical Infrastructure

The Medusa ransomware gang has infected over 300 organizations in critical infrastructure sectors such as healthcare, manufacturing, and technology. A joint cybersecurity advisory published by CISA, the FBI, and MS-ISAC noted that Medusa has been active since 2021 and uses a double extortion model, where it encrypts victim data and threatens to publicly release exfiltrated … Read more

Macron Welcomes Armenia-Azerbaijan Peace Deal

French President Emmanuel Macron has welcomed the agreement of peace treaty terms between Armenia and Azerbaijan, saying it should pave the way for a lasting peace in the region. Macron stated that there are no remaining obstacles to signing a peace treaty between the two countries, which could bring an end to decades of conflict … Read more

Samsung Postpones One UI 8.0 Release Amid Development Delays

Samsung has confirmed it is rushing to release the stable version of One UI 8.0, but a difficult choice lies ahead – either delay development of One UI 7.1 or jump directly to One UI 8. The company’s decision comes as it struggles with delays in releasing One UI 7.0 based on Android 16, which … Read more