NASA’s PUNCH mission has captured a striking image of the sun partially eclipsed with what appears to be a second moon. The photo was taken during the mission’s commissioning phase using its unique instruments and vantage point, not an actual extra celestial body. The dark circle in the image is caused by an instrument called … Read more
The gaming industry’s shift towards larger budgets and more elaborate productions has led to the decline of mid-budget games, commonly referred to as “AA” games. However, this trend may be reversing itself with two critically acclaimed titles, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Split Fiction, that are pushing the boundaries of what AA games can offer. … Read more
Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Mick Abel made his major league debut on Sunday, outdueling Paul Skenes in a 1-0 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates. The 23-year-old right-hander struck out nine batters over six innings, tying a franchise record for most strikeouts in a debut. Abel allowed just five hits and walked none, throwing 62 of 84 … Read more
When an application programming interface (API) request is sent to a server, it’s like sending a message in a crowded room. If too many people are already in the room, the server may become overwhelmed and unable to process new requests. This can happen when there are too many concurrent API calls being made within … Read more
Charter Communications, the US cable operator, is set to expand its network by acquiring smaller rival Cox Communications in a deal worth $35 billion. The merger includes net debt and will create the largest US cable provider with 38 million customer relationships. Under terms of the deal, Charter will pay $4 billion in cash and … Read more
A recent issue with the Volvo XC90 has raised concerns about safety and device compatibility. According to reports, the vehicle’s advanced sensors can interfere with smartphone cameras, potentially causing damage or rendering them inoperable. The problem is believed to be related to a sensor frequency range that overlaps with frequencies used by modern smartphones. This … Read more
Villarreal came from behind to shock Barcelona 3-2 at the Olympic Stadium, handing the LaLiga champions their first league defeat since December. The victory secured a spot in the Champions League next season for Villarreal. Barcelona took an early lead through Fermin Lopez’s goal before Ayoze Perez equalized in the fourth minute. Lamine Yamal levelled … Read more
Major tech company Microsoft has laid off 6,000 jobs in product management and software engineering, sparking concerns that the growing use of artificial intelligence is replacing human workers. Despite this, the tech industry is experiencing a boom, driven by AI-driven innovations. This trend highlights the challenges companies face as they navigate an economic uncertainty backdrop … Read more
Cloud Imperium Games, the developer behind Star Citizen, has reversed its policy on flight blades, a new in-game item that was met with intense backlash from players. The blades were initially made available for purchase with real-world cash before their release, but after vocal player distaste, the studio now plans to make them obtainable through … Read more
A recent study led by scientists at MIT’s McGovern Institute for Brain Research found that just 10-15 minutes of mindfulness practice per day significantly reduced stress and anxiety in autistic adults. The participants used a free smartphone app called Healthy Minds to guide their practice, allowing them to do so at their own pace. Mindfulness … Read more