Apple is reportedly planning to overhaul its operating system naming convention, switching from the traditional iOS 19, macOS 15 pattern to a new system where each major version will be named after the release year. If this change happens, we can expect to see iOS 26, iPadOS 26, and macOS 27 in the near future. … Read more
The US nuclear power industry appears to be dead in the water, with no new reactors scheduled for construction and no approved designs being used. However, the Trump administration has issued executive orders aimed at reviving the industry. The plans include streamlining the reactor approval process and boosting experimental reactor construction by the Department of … Read more
Electronic Arts has canceled its highly anticipated Black Panther game and shut down Cliffhanger Games, a newly formed studio with former Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor developers. The move comes as part of the company’s efforts to “sharpen our focus” and allocate creative energy to high-growth opportunities. In an email sent to staff, EA Entertainment president … Read more
Ford Motor Company has issued a massive recall for over 1 million vehicles due to a freezing rearview camera issue that could lead to crashes. The recall affects multiple models, including the F-150, Edge, Transit, Bronco, and more. A software error may cause the rearview camera image to delay, freeze, or not display when the … Read more
Israel has secretly deployed a new laser interception system during its conflict with Hezbollah last year, successfully downing dozens of explosive-laden drones over northern Israel. The compact version of Rafael’s “Iron Beam” system was rapidly deployed amidst a wave of over 300 drone attacks. According to the Defense Ministry, the system achieved “particularly high interception … Read more
Toyota is expanding its electrified lineup with plug-in hybrid (PHEV), hybrid, and electric vehicle (EV) models. The company aims to capitalize on growing demand for cleaner options. The Japanese automaker already offers 32 electrified vehicles in the US, accounting for nearly 50% of sales. Over the next few years, Toyota expects a significant increase in … Read more
A new study suggests that a population of asteroids near Venus could pose a threat to Earth. The research, led by Valerio Carruba at the University of São Paulo, reveals that these “Venus co-orbitals” share a similar path with the planet but are not harmless. Currently, there are only 20 known co-orbital asteroids of Venus, … Read more
A new study published in Earth and Planetary Science Letters has challenged the long-held notion that megalodon, the massive prehistoric shark, primarily fed on large marine mammals such as whales. Researchers found that megalodon’s diet was more diverse and flexible than previously thought, with some species sharing its top spot as opportunistic supercarnivores. The study … Read more
Israel launched airstrikes on Sana’a International Airport in Yemen’s capital, targeting the central airport and an aircraft belonging to the Houthi terrorist organization. The attack came after the group, backed by Iran, had been launching drones and missiles towards Israel since a surprise attack on October 7, 2023. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned of further … Read more
Scientists have made the clearest observation yet of the Sun’s outer atmosphere, known as the corona. A new adaptive optics system, dubbed “Cona,” has allowed researchers to study the corona in unprecedented detail. The system uses advanced technology to correct for distortions caused by the Earth’s atmosphere, producing remarkably sharp images. The Cona system, installed … Read more