Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, a debut game by French developer Sandfall Interactive, has gained attention for its well-designed and complete project. What makes it impressive is that the small team of about 30 individuals behind this work drew inspiration from belle époque art and Japanese role-playing games like Dragon Quest and Persona. The game’s turn-based … Read more
Bethesda’s 2006 RPG, The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion, has left fans nostalgic for its engaging gameplay and memorable cast of characters. For those who played the game in their youth, it remains a cherished experience that sparked a lifelong passion for video games. For a newcomer like the author, playing Oblivion was an introduction to … Read more
Pedro Pascal, the actor behind Joel Miller in HBO’s ‘The Last of Us’, will not be returning for another season if his character dies. The show’s creator, Craig Mazin, confirmed that Joel’s death is a pivotal moment in the series and has been predestined since the first game. In an emotional scene, Abby Anderson (Kaitlyn … Read more
A rally outside City Hall on April 15 marked a turning point in the debate over the future of the Santa Monica Airport (SMO) as a potential site for affordable housing. The Human Rights Watch Student Task Force (HRWSTF) club at Samohi has expressed support for the Cloverfield Commons group’s plan to convert half of … Read more
Amazon is currently offering a 20% discount on the new Kindle Colorsoft Signature Edition, making it the best deal available for this e-reader. Normally priced at $279.99, the discounted price drops to its lowest point. The Kindle Colorsoft was released in October 2024 as a colorful alternative to the usual Kindles. It’s ideal for reading … Read more
Being polite to artificial intelligence has an unexpected cost – tens of millions of dollars for tech companies like OpenAI. CEO Sam Altman revealed that users’ good manners towards ChatGPT have resulted in significant electricity costs. OpenAI’s experience is not unique, as generative AI models are known to consume substantial energy, particularly during training. Microsoft’s … Read more
Southwest Airlines has pulled its full-year 2025 and 2026 EBIT guidance, citing “macroeconomic uncertainty” as the reason for the decision. The carrier plans to scale back its domestic schedule in the second half of the year, following Delta Air Lines and United Airlines. The airline expects unit revenue to be flat to down by up … Read more
A recent KFF poll reveals that many Americans are unsure about the truth behind measles vaccine claims. The poll found that parents who doubt the safety of vaccines are more likely to delay or skip recommended vaccinations for their children, putting them at risk of contracting diseases like measles. Source: https://www.washingtonpost.com/health/2025/04/23/measles-vaccine-misinformation-poll
US President Donald Trump’s sudden shift in rhetoric towards Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell reflected the private lobbying of his senior advisers, who urged him to back off his incendiary attacks on the central bank. The president’s change of heart came after several administration officials, including Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, … Read more
US President Donald Trump has announced plans to exempt carmakers from some of the country’s tariffs, a move aimed at boosting the automotive industry and mitigating the impact of a trade war. The decision comes as Trump continues to flex his muscles in international trade negotiations. The exemptions are expected to apply to certain imported … Read more