Checking Your Windows 11 PC’s Performance Score

The Windows Experience Index (WEI) is a tool that helps you assess your computer’s performance on a scale of 1 to 10. Introduced in Windows Vista, it provided a numerical assessment of hardware and software performance. Although the direct display feature was removed in Windows 8.1, the WEI still exists in Windows 11. Using the … Read more

ESPN, NFL Reach Deal on Massive Media Rights Pact

ESPN and the National Football League (NFL) have reportedly agreed on a massive media rights deal that will give ESPN control over various NFL assets. The deal is expected to result in ESPN gaining control of RedZone, the NFL Network, seven additional regular-season games, and the NFL’s fantasy football business. In return, the NFL will … Read more

Vermont Green’s Soccer Revolution Sweeps Nation

A sold-out crowd of 2,700 supporters packed into Virtue Field in Burlington for the USL League Two semi-final against Dothan United. The outcome of that spot kick could decide the winner of the tournament and the future of the fourth-tier team. However, Vermont Green’s true strength lies not in its division but in its community. … Read more

Russia Deploys Deadly Jet-Powered Shahed Drones on Ukraine

Russia has launched a deadly attack on Kyiv and other cities in Ukraine, using jet-powered variants of the Shahed drone. At least 13 people were killed and over 130 injured in the latest barrage, which included eight Iskander-K cruise missiles. The attack highlighted concerns about the difficulty of tracking and intercepting these high-speed drones, which … Read more

Chargers’ Trey Lance Shines in Preseason Opener

The Los Angeles Chargers made a strong statement in their preseason opener against the Detroit Lions, with quarterback Trey Lance delivering a standout performance. Lance completed 13 of 20 passes for 120 yards and two touchdowns, impressing Coach Jim Harbaugh with his poise and decision-making. In contrast, the Lions’ backup quarterbacks struggled to find consistency. … Read more

Varnish Cache Server Returns Error 403 Access Denied

A security breach has occurred on the Varnish cache server, resulting in an “Access Denied” error. The specific error code is 54113, and the server is returning details related to a cached entry (LGA 1754085945) with an invalid timestamp (1646066945). This issue may be related to caching or access controls on the Varnish cache server, … Read more

PS6 and PS Handheld Specs Leak: 160W TBP and GDDR7

Sony’s PlayStation 6 and handheld console have reportedly leaked specs that show a significant upgrade over the current PS5. The PS6 is expected to feature a 160W Thermal Design Power (TDP) and an AMD APU with 8 Zen 6 cores and up to 48 RDNA 5 compute units. This would put it at around triple … Read more

Rhinoceros Anti-Poaching Campaign Uses Radioactive Isotopes

A South African university has launched a groundbreaking anti-poaching campaign using radioactive isotopes to protect endangered rhinos. The project, called the Rhisotope Project, involves injecting the horns of rhinoceroses with harmless but detectable radioactive material. The initiative, which marks the start of mass injections for the declining rhino population, is a collaboration between the University … Read more

Legionnaires’ Disease Outbreak Hits Central Harlem, NYC

A person has died and over 20 others have fallen ill in an ongoing outbreak of Legionnaires’ disease in Central Harlem, New York City health officials announced. The outbreak has grown to 22 confirmed cases as of Thursday, affecting five ZIP codes: 10027, 10030, 10035, 10037, and 10039. City health officials are urging anyone experiencing … Read more

Federal Reserve Keeps Interest Rates Steady Despite Trump Pressure

The Federal Reserve maintained interest rates steady on Wednesday, bucking pressure from Donald Trump to lower borrowing costs. However, two board members, Christopher Waller and Michelle Bowman, dissented from the decision, arguing that a rate cut was necessary to prevent a worsening labor market. Waller, a Trump appointee, believes that the president’s tariffs are unlikely … Read more