American Idol alum Doug Kiker’s ex-fiancée Valerie Cook is sharing her side of the singer’s struggles with addiction in the month following his sudden death. The City and County of Denver Medical Examiner confirmed that Kiker died from an opioid overdose on March 10, but Cook reveals that he had a long history of drug … Read more
Nintendo has long maintained that most games will be compatible between the original and upgraded Switch consoles, but the exact details of this compatibility have been unclear. Recently, an FAQ from Marvelous, the developer of Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma, revealed some surprising information about the Switch 2’s cartridge compatibility with the original console. According … Read more
A recent surge in US tariffs has sent shockwaves through the global economy, leaving markets reeling and sparking concerns over slowing growth, higher inflation, and deteriorating economic conditions. US President Donald Trump’s announcement of sweeping tariffs on April 2 threw global trade turmoil into sharper relief, with the anticipated average effective US tariff rate reaching … Read more
The 2025 New York Auto Show delivered on its promise, with several major new-car debuts that showcased a mix of luxury, electric, and off-road capabilities. Here are some of the top highlights from the show. Genesis X Gran Equator Concept was unveiled, marking a new design direction for the luxury SUV brand. The 2026 Hyundai … Read more
The European Space Agency (ESA) and NASA are celebrating the 35th anniversary of the Hubble Space Telescope by releasing a stunning new image of the Eagle Nebula. This vast stellar nursery is home to a towering spire of cosmic gas and dust, revealed through improved data processing techniques. The pillar of cold gas and dust … Read more
The US auto industry is feeling the heat as a result of President Trump’s unpredictable tariffs on imported vehicles. With a 25% tariff in place, manufacturers are struggling to adapt, leading to immediate impacts such as Audi holding foreign-made vehicles at port and Jaguar Land Rover suspending all shipments to the US. As a result, … Read more
Texas’ growing power grid is facing an uncertain future as several bills aimed at regulating the energy market advance through the state legislature. The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) has warned that any significant changes to the state’s energy policy could undermine its ability to meet forecasted demand. State lawmakers are considering Senate Bills … Read more
Nikola Tesla’s concept of wireless electricity transmission is finally becoming a reality after over a century of development. In 1901, Tesla envisioned electricity flowing through homes without physical wires, a dream that was initially met with skepticism but laid the groundwork for modern wireless power transmission systems. Recent advancements in technology have revitalized interest in … Read more
Google has finally addressed a long-standing issue in its music service by introducing consistent volume to the YouTube Music app. The feature, which normalizes volume across tracks, aims to reduce grating vibe shifts and potential ear damage caused by sudden loud-soft changes. Users have been requesting this feature for ages, and it’s about time. With … Read more
Jake Paul has decided to face a former world champion when he steps into the ring with Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. on June 28 at Honda Center in Anaheim, California. This comes after failing to land blockbuster fights with Canelo Alvarez and Gervonta Davis. Chavez, 39, is a former WBC middleweight champion who has struggled … Read more