Electronic Arts (EA) and the team behind Battlefield 6 have outlined the key learnings and in-game changes following the open beta test. The results of the play sessions, which attracted tens of thousands of players, revealed several areas that needed improvement. According to DICE, the movement mechanics were a major point of contention among players. … Read more
Germany’s DHL has suspended shipment of standard parcels to the US, citing new customs duties on low-value packages. The move follows similar actions by European peers. US President Donald Trump’s administration will scrap the “de minimis” exemption for international shipments under $800, effective August 29. Private customers can still send gifts worth less than $100 … Read more
Google has made significant improvements to its latest wearable, the Pixel Watch 4, particularly in terms of repairability. The company has introduced design changes that allow customers to disassemble the watch using a screwdriver, reducing the complexity of repairs. This move is a notable step forward for smartwatch repairability and provides consumers with more flexibility. … Read more
In the vein of The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel and other popular “geezer” films, The Thursday Murder Club brings together a talented ensemble cast to solve a mystery. The movie follows a group of retirees who use their collective skills to tackle cold cases for fun. With a gentle tone reminiscent of Agatha Christie novels, … Read more
A recent study published in the peer-reviewed journal L’Anthropologie suggests that modern humans and Neanderthals interacted 100,000 years earlier than previously thought. The researchers used CT scans and 3D mapping to analyze the bones of a child believed to be a result of interbreeding between the two groups. The child, discovered in Skhul Cave in … Read more
The Times of Israel website has encountered a temporary issue, causing users to encounter an error message. According to the website, users need to enable JavaScript and cookies to access the site fully. While this is not a security breach, it appears to be a technical glitch. The situation is being monitored by the website’s … Read more
A recent study published in Science has found that interbreeding between ancient human species may have given a survival advantage to groups migrating to the Americas thousands of years ago. The study focused on a gene called MUC19, which is involved in producing proteins for saliva and mucus barriers. Researchers discovered that a variant of … Read more
Malik Beasley is no longer under investigation by the Eastern District of New York, according to his attorneys. The federal investigation was sparked by allegations that Beasley gambled on NBA games and prop bets during the 2023-24 season. However, after extensive conversations with investigators, Beasley’s lawyers say they have been determined not to be a … Read more
Antarctica, once seen as a remote and unchanging environment, is now experiencing rapid and alarming changes. Sea ice is shrinking at an unprecedented rate, glaciers are melting faster, and vital ocean currents are slowing down. This abrupt climate shift poses significant threats to wildlife, ecosystems, and human societies worldwide. Scientists define an abrupt change as … Read more
Katee Sackhoff, star of “The Mandalorian,” revealed that playing Bo-Katan Kryze dealt a significant blow to her confidence in an episode of her podcast. The actress admitted that she had always relied on her instincts while acting and never played a character before. She struggled to find work after the show’s third season in 2023, … Read more