The Trump administration is freezing over $2 billion in federal funding for Harvard University, citing concerns about antisemitism on campus. The move comes after the university rejected demands from the administration to address what it describes as “sick” ideologies. Harvard officials have countered that they will not compromise their independence or constitutional rights. President Trump … Read more
Nintendo has confirmed that its next direct showcase will be a relatively short and sweet 15-minute broadcast. The event is set to reveal more about the new Mario Kart game, titled Mario Kart World, which was teased in January during the first-look Switch 2 trailer. Mario Kart World is scheduled to launch on June 5, … Read more
Apple has made significant strides towards reducing its environmental impact, according to its latest report. The company’s greenhouse gas emissions have decreased by 60% over the past decade, with a notable drop of 5% last year compared to 2023. To achieve this progress, Apple has focused on three key areas: renewable energy, sustainable product design, … Read more
The Lyrid meteor shower is returning to the skies later this week, offering a spectacular display of bright, whizzing fireballs in the Northern Hemisphere. The shower, formed from leftover particles from comet Thatcher, becomes visible every April as our planet passes through its debris trail. When will it peak? The Lyrids will next peak between … Read more
The European Union has released a list of seven countries it deems “safe” for deportations, aiming to streamline migrant returns and tighten asylum rules. The list includes Bangladesh, Colombia, Egypt, India, Kosovo, Morocco, and Tunisia. Critics argue that this move undermines asylum safeguards, citing “documented rights abuses” in some of the featured countries. The EU’s … Read more
Tiny plastic particles, known as microplastics, are found in food, water, and air, and may be linked to chronic illnesses like high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, and strokes. According to a study at the American College of Cardiology conference, regions with high levels of microplastic pollution in lakes and rivers have higher rates of … Read more
Samsung offers an alternative to Android Auto, called “Samsung Auto,” specifically designed for its Galaxy phones sold in China. The app uses Bixby as a voice assistant and is said to be built on existing features. It supports connecting to vehicles via Baidu CarLife+ or ICCOA CarLink with wired and wireless connections. A dashboard-style display … Read more
NBCUniversal uses cookies on its websites and mobile apps to collect information about your interactions with the site, improve user experience, and deliver personalized ads. Here’s how you can control or disable cookies on each browser: – Google Chrome – Go to chrome://settings/cookies – Click “Clear browsing data” to delete cookies – Apple Safari – … Read more
A recent Twitter conversation between a Reddit user and an Xbox Support account has confirmed that Bethesda is indeed working on a remake of the classic RPG, The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion. While there was already speculation about the game’s existence due to leaked screenshots and reports, this latest confirmation brings us closer to an … Read more
The highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders have been indefinitely delayed in the US and Canada due to ongoing tariffs. Initially announced for April 9, 2025, Nintendo has postponed the launch date citing a need to assess the potential impact of tariffs on the market. However, despite the initial delay, rumors suggest that pre-orders could … Read more