Mojang, the studio behind Minecraft, has announced its highly anticipated Vibrant Visuals update. The update brings significant graphical improvements to the 15-year-old game, including enhanced textures and lighting effects. The new update is available on PC (Bedrock and Java), PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and some iOS and Android devices. The update’s lead designer, Maddie … Read more
The FBI has issued a warning about “smishing” text scams, which have become increasingly common in recent months. These scams use fake text messages to trick people into downloading malware, sharing sensitive information, or sending money to cybercriminals. Smishing combines “SMS” and “phishing,” referring to attacks on the internet, email, or websites. Spoofing is another … Read more
Alex Palou dominated the competition, winning back-to-back races at the Thermal Club INDYCAR Grand Prix on March 23, 2025. Pato O’Ward and Christian Lundgaard were left to ponder how they could have stopped him. Palou’s victory was a thrilling one, with the Spanish driver taking the lead early in the race and never looking back. … Read more
The US Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has issued a recall for approximately 14 tons of Chomps ready-to-eat beef sticks due to possible contamination with metal foreign materials. The affected products, manufactured by Idaho Smokehouse Partners, were produced between January 13-15, 2025, and have an expiration date of February 10, 2026. … Read more
The concept of American exceptionalism, which refers to the idea that the United States is inherently special and has a unique role in global affairs, has been subject to scrutiny. While former US President Donald Trump’s presidency was marked by controversy, it is not the sole reason for questioning this notion. The Financial Times, a … Read more
The highly anticipated second installment of Hilary Mantel’s trilogy, “The Mirror and the Light,” premieres on PBS’s Masterpiece this Sunday. The six-part series is a direct continuation of the previous show, which aired in 2015, and explores Thomas Cromwell’s rise to power and subsequent downfall. Mark Rylance reprises his role as the cunning Thomas Cromwell, … Read more
Carnie Wilson, star of the 1990s girl group Wilson Phillips, has been joined by her daughter Lola and sister Wendy for a new take on their classic hit “Hold On” in the upcoming American Idol auditions. The 19-year-old Lola gets her chance to shine solo, showcasing her harmonies alongside her famous mom and aunt. The … Read more
Sudan has been embroiled in a devastating civil war for almost two years, leaving millions affected and the country on the brink of collapse. The conflict between the army and a rival paramilitary force has claimed over 150,000 lives and displaced more than 12 million people. A further 30 million are in need of humanitarian … Read more
The gaming industry is bracing itself for a potential delay of Grand Theft Auto 6, which could have far-reaching consequences for game developers and publishers. According to Ben Porter, director of consulting at games industry intelligence firm Newzoo, some companies risk “tanking” if they make the wrong guess about GTA 6’s release date. If GTA … Read more
The Israeli-Lebanese border has seen its heaviest exchange of attacks since a four-month ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah. The violence comes as Israel vows to intensify its offensive in Gaza until Hamas releases the remaining Israeli hostages. According to Associated Press, the situation is complex, and it appears to be a one-off incident on the … Read more