Minecraft is getting a major graphical update, titled “Vibrant Visuals,” which will be released for compatible devices first. The upgrade includes improved visuals such as directional lighting, volumetric fog, and pixelated shadows. This update makes no changes to gameplay. Players can toggle between the new visuals and classic Minecraft look with a button press. The … Read more
Scientists are gaining insight into dark energy, a mysterious force making up nearly 70% of the universe. It’s pushing stars and galaxies away from each other at an ever faster rate. Recent findings suggest that dark energy may be weakening, which could have significant implications for our understanding of the universe. The Dark Energy Spectroscopic … Read more
Heathrow airport defended its decision to shut down operations at Europe’s busiest airport last Friday after questions mounted over how such a critical part of Britain’s infrastructure could fail. The 18-hour closure, which cost airlines tens of millions of pounds and stranded thousands of passengers, was attributed to the failure of a transformer. National Grid … Read more
Isar Aerospace, a European startup, has canceled its attempt to launch the first test flight of its orbital rocket from Norway due to unfavorable winds. The Spectrum rocket, designed for small and medium-sized satellites, was meant to be launched from the island of Andøya in northern Norway. However, Isar Aerospace has not ruled out rescheduling … Read more
Venezuela has agreed to resume flights for its nationals deported by the US, after a deal was reached with the Trump administration. The agreement allows for the return of Venezuelan migrants who were initially halted in March due to a dispute over human rights. The White House and US State Department declined to comment on … Read more
The upcoming survival horror game Silent Hill f has been banned in Australia due to its “Refused Classification” rating, meaning the game will not be released without changes to its content. The reason for this decision is unclear, as the Australian government website typically provides a detailed explanation for such classifications. However, the game’s Steam … Read more
Tesla owners across the US are being warned by law enforcement agencies following a surge in vandalism incidents targeting the electric vehicle brand. In at least nine states, including Texas and Houston, reports of attacks on Teslas have increased significantly, with some perpetrators targeting owners due to CEO Elon Musk’s involvement in cryptocurrency and politics. … Read more
Arc System Works has announced new content for Guilty Gear Strive just ahead of the game’s top 8 players at the Arc World Tour Finals 2024. The update includes a debut trailer for Venom, a new character set to release on March 24. Venom will bring his infamous Ball Set special move back to the … Read more
Australian-listed building materials company James Hardie has agreed to buy US-based decking and siding manufacturer Azek Co. in an $8.8 billion cash-and-stock deal. The acquisition, valued at $8.75 billion, includes assumed debt and will make each Azek share worth $56.88, a 26% premium to its recent average price. Source: https://www.marketwatch.com/story/siding-and-decking-coming-together-in-8-8-billion-cash-and-stock-deal-e756ef77
Minecraft is getting a major visual overhaul as part of its upcoming update called Vibrant Visuals. The sandbox game, which has been the best-selling game of all time for almost 14 years, will now feature improved lighting with volumetric effects. In the new update, sunlight will shine more naturally across different surfaces, including through windows, … Read more