Cozy gaming is often associated with relaxation and comfort, but some titles subvert this expectation by incorporating dark or unsettling elements. From farm simulators to life simulation games, these 10 games offer a unique blend of cozy atmosphere and hidden secrets. The genre has gained popularity in recent years, with many players seeking out games … Read more
US President Donald Trump has threatened a 200% tariff on European wine, champagne, and spirits, sparking uncertainty among small businesses. The proposed tariff is a response to the European Union’s planned 50% tariff on American whiskey. The US currently has tariffs in place on goods from Mexico and Canada, with a 25% rate on most … Read more
Balcan Plastics, a Quebec-based manufacturer of flexible packaging and technical films, plans to expand its facility in Pleasant Prairie’s LakeView Corporate Park. The company is seeking approval to construct a 15,250-square-foot addition at its existing site. The expansion would allow Balcan Plastics to add additional printing equipment lines, according to documents submitted to the Pleasant … Read more
A boycott movement led by Canadians is having a significant impact on Vermont businesses, particularly those involved in the production and sale of goods. The boycott, which began in February as tensions rose between the US and Canada, has resulted in a 30% decline in business for Skida, a Burlington-based company that sells hats and … Read more
A team of scientists is proposing a new approach to searching for signs of alien life using the James Webb Space Telescope. They aim to detect methyl halides, gases produced by bacteria, algae, fungi, and plants on Earth, in the atmospheres of exoplanets. Methyl halides are particularly interesting because they can be detected in infrared … Read more
Quantum computing, fueled by recent market surges, may be overhyped for many investors. Despite shares of top players IonQ and Rigetti Computing more than tripling in the past six months, these companies remain unprofitable with limited revenue streams. The sector’s massive market moves can be attributed to news from Alphabet (Google), Nvidia, and Microsoft. The … Read more
A new spy drama, Black Bag, is making a rare appearance in theaters despite the shift towards streaming releases. Directed by Steven Soderbergh, the film boasts an impressive cast, including Cate Blanchett and Michael Fassbender. With a 97% critic score on Rotten Tomatoes from 148 reviews, it’s clear that Black Bag has received widespread acclaim. … Read more
A man threw flaming beer bottles at Tesla chargers in a parking lot in North Charleston, South Carolina, and then set himself on fire. The incident occurred on March 7, according to WCSC reports. Eyewitnesses said the man ignited the chargers using Molotov cocktails before throwing beer bottles at them, with one of the bottles … Read more
Florida businesses are facing uncertainty due to the ongoing trade war between the US and other countries. The tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump have led to a rise in costs for some companies, making it challenging for them to compete in the global market. In an interview with “This Week,” business leaders in Florida … Read more
The captain of a cargo ship that collided with an oil tanker in the North Sea has appeared in court charged with gross negligence manslaughter over the death of a crew member. Vladimir Motin, 59, of Russia, is accused of failing to take adequate safety measures during the collision on Monday. Pernia, 38, from the … Read more