A rare celestial event is happening Friday night, where seven planets – Saturn, Mercury, Neptune, Venus, Uranus, Jupiter, and Mars – will appear together in the sky. This alignment occurs when planets are close to each other, making it visible with the naked eye from a dark location with a clear view of the horizon. … Read more
OpenAI has released its newest AI model, GPT-4.5, which promises improved performance but comes at a significant cost. The new model is 30 times more expensive for input and 15 times more expensive for output compared to its predecessor, GPT-4o. While it provides marginally better results, experts are questioning the value of this investment. Gary … Read more
China has sent a task force to the Tasman Sea, sparking concerns among Australian and New Zealand officials. The three Chinese warships have entered Australia’s Exclusive Economic Zone, forcing commercial flights to alter their routes. Analysts believe that the Chinese flotilla may be backed by a nuclear-powered submarine. The HMNZS Te Kaha and HMNZS Aotearoa … Read more
Former college stars Shedeur Sanders and Cam Ward are confidently expecting to become among the league’s best passers, signaling they’re both sure things for the 2025 NFL draft. As top contenders for the first passer selected during the three-day draft (April 24-26), both quarterbacks attribute their success to hard work and dedication. Sanders, a former … Read more
Capcom’s new Monster Hunter Wilds game has been released on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S, but some players have discovered a frustrating twist. The ability to edit the physical features of player characters and Palicos is locked behind microtransactions. For those who want more significant changes, like altering face shape or hair color, they … Read more
Pope Francis, 88, has had a “peaceful night” after an isolated breathing crisis in hospital, according to the Vatican. The pontiff was admitted to Rome’s Gemelli Hospital on February 14th due to breathing difficulties and pneumonia. The Pope received gas through a face mask to help him breathe following a coughing episode that caused bronchospasm. … Read more
Microsoft’s acquisition of Skype 21 years ago marked a pivotal moment in its history, but it appears that one of the most widely used online calling services is set to come to an end. Users are expressing disappointment over Microsoft’s handling of the platform, citing a lack of investment and innovation following the acquisition. Once … Read more
US stocks surged sharply on Friday, closing out a rough February as investors reassessed recent inflation data. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 601.41 points, or 1.4%, to close at 43,840.91. The S&P 500 gained 92.93 points, or 1.6%, finishing at 5,954.50. Investors evaluated the latest personal-consumption expenditures price index, which matched expectations. However, US … Read more
Researchers at Ohio State University have developed a device that allows people to taste flavors remotely using virtual reality goggles. The device uses microfluidics and miniature pumps to transmit the taste of foods and drinks from a distance. The device was tested with volunteers who were able to accurately identify flavors such as coffee, fried … Read more
SpaceX plans to launch its eighth full-scale test flight of the Starship rocket, following regulatory approval from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The test flight will be similar to the previous attempt in January, which ended in failure due to a rocket breakup and debris shower over the Atlantic Ocean. The new test aims to … Read more