Utah has reported its first verified case of measles, with a resident from Utah County identified as the infected individual. The person, who is unvaccinated, had no out-of-state exposures and contracted the illness within Utah. State epidemiologist Dr. Leisha Nolen stated that officials have not yet identified the source of the infection but suspect there … Read more
Intel-based systems running Ubuntu may see a significant boost in graphics performance after the Linux distribution disables security mitigations for Spectre attacks. Spectre, a class of attacks that came into public notice in 2018, exploits architectural flaws in modern CPUs to extract confidential data. The mitigation measures implemented to address this issue have degraded graphics … Read more
Cookies on our website play a crucial role in its functionality, security, and user experience. We use cookies that cannot be switched off by users, which are set in response to actions like setting your privacy preferences or logging in. These essential cookies help us count visits and traffic sources, allowing us to measure performance … Read more
Hideo Kojima, the acclaimed game director, expressed his frustration that players are enjoying Death Stranding 2: On the Beach. However, after playing the game, it appears that his concerns were misplaced. The sequel has maintained its unique blend of gameplay and atmosphere, making it a compelling experience for fans. Kojima’s dissatisfaction stems from the overwhelmingly … Read more
Financial regulators have proposed relaxing rules on bank investments, a move that could benefit big banks and those who favor easing regulations. The proposal, supported by the Federal Reserve, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, and the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, aims to reduce the requirement for banks to hold against their assets. … Read more
An American Airlines flight, American 1665, operated on an Airbus A321, made an unexpected return to Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas on Wednesday morning. The aircraft was heading to Charlotte Douglas International Airport at 8:20 a.m. local time when it reported “smoke coming from the left engine.” No injuries were reported, according to … Read more
The US government has declared a power emergency in the southeastern states due to a severe heat wave. A heat wave is causing a surge in electricity demand as people rely heavily on air conditioning, straining the country’s grids. In response, the Energy Department has allowed Duke Energy Corp. to exceed certain pollution limits and … Read more
A professor of neurology has outlined six easy ways to support brain health and lower the risk of dementia. According to Jonathan Schott, professor of neurology at UCL and chief medical officer at Alzheimer’s Research UK, incorporating these habits into daily life can have a significant impact. Firstly, learn a new skill that brings you … Read more
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is sending over $126 million in refunds to Fortnite players who were charged for unwanted purchases while playing the game. The FTC has also reopened its claims process, allowing eligible consumers to submit compensation claims until July 9, 2025. As part of a settlement with Epic Games, the developer of … Read more
The US intelligence community has revealed that Iran’s nuclear programme has been severely damaged, according to a statement from the CIA director. This comes as tensions between Iran and Israel continue to simmer, despite a ceasefire agreement. The Trump administration had previously claimed the strikes set back the programme by “only a few months”. However, … Read more