Celebrity chef and food expert Alton Brown has weighed in on the fast food scene, surprising fans by naming Arby’s as his go-to chain. Despite having cut down on fast food consumption, Brown admits he’d be drawn to Arby’s if his cravings ever return. Brown, known for his love of fried chicken, is a fan … Read more
Paralysed man Noland Arbaugh has made history by becoming the first person to use Elon Musk’s Neuralink chip. The 30-year-old quadriplegic, who was fitted with the device in January 2024, can now control a computer with his mind using a ‘brain computer interface’ (BCI) technology. The Neuralink chip detects electrical impulses generated when Noland thinks … Read more
South Korea’s Constitutional Court is poised to deliver rulings on at least two high-profile cases this week, which could reshape the nation’s political landscape. Prime Minister Han Duck-soo faces impeachment over allegations of rebellion and refusing to appoint Constitutional Court justices. The National Assembly voted 192-0 in favor of his impeachment, but the question remains … Read more
Arc System Works has released the Venom gameplay trailer for Guilty Gear Strive, a new character that will be playable on March 24, 2025. Initially delayed to ensure the best gaming experience, Venom’s release date marks an exciting development for fans. The new character features a unique set of abilities and animations, drawing inspiration from … Read more
DoorDash has announced a partnership with financial tech service Klarna to offer “buy now, pay later” loan options for customers to defer payments on orders such as food deliveries, electronics, and makeup. Customers can take out a loan for orders over $35, which can be repaid in four interest-free installments or at a later date. … Read more
The UK TV industry is facing a crisis, with directors and producers warning that public service broadcasters are struggling to afford high-end British dramas due to rising production costs. Wolf Hall director Peter Kosminsky argues that filming his drama was nearly cancelled weeks before it started due to budget pressures. Kosminsky claims that the BBC … Read more
US Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem is set to visit several countries in Central America next week, including El Salvador’s Terrorism Confinement Center. The trip aims to strengthen cooperation between the US and these countries to remove violent criminal aliens from the region. Noem will meet with Salvadoran officials, including President Nayib Bukele, to … Read more
The cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) took effect in January, raising the average monthly retirement benefit from $1,927 to $1,976 for Social Security recipients. This 2.5% increase aims to help beneficiaries keep up with inflation. Additionally, full retirement age has increased to 66 years and 10 months for those born in 1959. The repeal of Windfall Elimination … Read more
Noland Arbaugh, 30, has become the first person to receive a revolutionary mind-control chip from US neurotechnology firm Neuralink. The chip, which translates brain signals into computer commands, has restored some independence for the Arizona resident who was paralysed in a diving accident eight years ago. Arbaugh, who had feared losing all ability to study, … Read more
Nintendo is building on its successful multiplayer trend from the original Switch era, and it looks like this momentum will carry over to the new Switch 2. Former Nintendo president Satoru Iwata envisioned a device that would bring people together through gaming, and his ideas are starting to materialize. Iwata’s legacy can be seen in … Read more