A high-risk vulnerability in popular file transfer technology is being actively exploited by hackers to launch mass hacks. The CVE-2024-50623 flaw, found in software developed by Illinois-based enterprise company Cleo, affects its LexiCom, VLTransfer, and Harmony tools. Cleo initially warned of the issue on October 30 and released a patch, but Huntress security researchers have … Read more
Indian classical music icon Zakir Hussain has died at the age of 73 due to idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. A four-time Grammy award winner and recipient of India’s second-highest civilian award, Padma Vibhushan, Hussain transformed the tabla into a globally loved solo instrument. Tributes have poured in from artists and world leaders, praising his groundbreaking work … Read more
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) has confirmed that its first advanced U.S. chip plant is nearing completion, despite initial delays and rising costs. The $20 billion facility in Arizona will supply chips to Apple, among other major customers. The 2 million square-foot plant, which broke ground in 2021, has faced numerous challenges, including labor shortages … Read more
The Bishop of Townsville has received an emotional message from Scott Rush’s father after his release from Indonesian prison, bringing back a sense of hope for the entire family. The group of five, including Michael Czugaj, Matthew Norman, Si-Yi Chen, and Martin Stephens, has returned to Australia after serving 19 years in prison on humanitarian … Read more
The New York Knicks bounced back from their previous night’s loss against the Atlanta Hawks with a 100-91 win over the Orlando Magic. Jalen Brunson led the team with 31 points, including eight fourth-quarter points that helped secure the win. Karl-Anthony Towns added a strong performance with 22 points and 22 rebounds, his eighth double-double … Read more
Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen continued his stellar season by leading the team to a 48-42 victory over the Detroit Lions on Sunday. The win improved Buffalo’s record to 11-3, keeping their bid for the No. 1 seed alive. Allen had an impressive game, completing 23 of 34 passes (67.6%) for 362 yards and two … Read more
Apple is planning to launch thinner and foldable iPhones by 2026, as the company aims to boost sales and growth in a stagnant smartphone market. The new devices are expected to feature improved displays and processing capabilities, while also being more environmentally friendly. According to industry reports, Apple’s goal for 2026 is to capture a … Read more
Seven people, including four Australian women, were hospitalised in Fiji after drinking cocktails at a resort popular with tourists. The incident occurred on Saturday at the Warwick Resort on Fiji’s Coral Coast, where guests consumed pina coladas before falling ill. According to reports, the patients suffered nausea, vomiting, and “neurological symptoms”. Two Australian women, Tanya … Read more
Scientists have made a breakthrough in understanding the history of human evolution by pinpointing when humans and Neanderthals mixed and mingled. The research, published in journals Science and Nature, suggests that this event occurred around 45,000 years ago. Researchers analyzed ancient genes from human remains found in Europe to reconstruct the timeline. They focused on … Read more
A powerful cyclone has struck the French Indian Ocean archipelago of Mayotte, killing hundreds and destroying homes and infrastructure. The storm, which made landfall on Saturday, brought winds of over 200km/h (124mph) that damaged housing, government buildings, and a hospital. The exact death toll is unknown, but local officials estimate it could be in the … Read more