Author: Nicole Roney

Nintendo fans around the world are eagerly anticipating the next-generation console from the gaming giant, as confirmed by president Shuntaro Furukawa. Set to be released by the end of March 2025, the new console is said to be an evolution of the popular Switch rather than a total design overhaul. Rumors suggest that the new console will continue the hybrid system trend, allowing players to seamlessly switch between playing on their TV and on the go. One interesting feature that may be introduced is larger Joy-Con controllers that use magnetic suction to connect to the console, providing a more secure…

In a fascinating discovery, the Dark Energy Camera (DECam) has captured an image of an eerie structure in the Milky Way galaxy known as God’s Hand. This intriguing formation is actually a cometary globule named CG 4, located 1,300 light-years from Earth in the constellation Puppis. Cometary globules are dense clouds of gas and dust with tail-like structures that resemble comets. The cause of these structures, including CG 4, remains somewhat of a mystery, with scientists hypothesizing that they could be shaped by stellar winds or supernovas. The DECam images of God’s Hand reveal a distinctive tail of gas and…

SpaceX is gearing up for its next private astronaut launch this summer with the highly anticipated Polaris Dawn mission. This mission is set to make history as it will involve the first extravehicular activity (EVA) tasks conducted by private astronauts. In preparation for the mission, SpaceX recently unveiled a new EVA spacesuit design on their website and social media channels. The spacesuit is specifically designed to protect astronauts in the vacuum of space while also improving mobility. It features thermal material and technology that is used in SpaceX’s Falcon and Dragon spacecrafts. Additionally, the suit includes a heads-up display in…

Microsoft Ventures into the World of Large-Scale AI with New Model MAI-1 Tech giant Microsoft is making waves in the world of artificial intelligence with the development of a new large-scale AI language model called MAI-1. With approximately 500 billion parameters, MAI-1 has the potential to rival state-of-the-art models from competitors like Google, Anthropic, and OpenAI. This marks the first time Microsoft has ventured into developing an in-house AI model of this magnitude since its investment in OpenAI. The project is being led by former Google AI leader Mustafa Suleyman, who recently joined Microsoft after the acquisition of Inflection. MAI-1…

Georgian Security Forces Clash with Protesters Over Controversial Bill In a tense confrontation outside parliament, Georgian security forces used water cannon, tear gas, and stun grenades against protesters as lawmakers debated a controversial “foreign agents” bill. The bill, which requires organizations receiving more than 20% of their funding from abroad to register as “foreign agents,” has drawn criticism from the opposition and Western nations. Since the bill was approved in April, thousands of anti-government demonstrators have been protesting in Tbilisi. The peaceful rally turned violent when masked riot police violently dispersed the crowd, beating and arresting protesters, including journalists. Georgian…

The US government has announced new regulations that will require automatic emergency braking on all new passenger vehicles in an effort to save lives and prevent injuries on the road. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) aims to reduce the staggering number of 40,000 traffic deaths that occur annually in the country. The standard, which will take effect in five years, will give automakers time to make the necessary software updates and possible hardware adjustments to comply with the regulations. However, this additional engineering work is estimated to increase prices by around $82 per vehicle. According to the NHTSA,…

T-Mobile Reports High Customer Loyalty and Record Earnings In a recent report, T-Mobile revealed that they have achieved high customer loyalty, which they attribute to the quality of their network. This comes as no surprise as the telecommunications company has been investing heavily in improving their infrastructure to provide better service to their customers. AT&T, another major player in the telecommunications industry, also reported record low churn rates. However, they saw a drop in revenue from phone purchases. Despite this, T-Mobile’s earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization increased by 8% compared to last year. Analysts predict that T-Mobile may…

South Africa Marks 30 Years Since End of Apartheid with Growing Discontent Towards Government South Africa recently commemorated 30 years since the end of apartheid and the birth of its democracy with a ceremony in the capital that included a 21-gun salute and the waving of the country’s flag. The anniversary, however, was coupled with growing discontent towards the current government, led by President Cyril Ramaphosa. The African National Congress (ANC), the party credited with liberating South Africa’s black majority from apartheid, is now facing waning popularity and may even lose its parliamentary majority in the upcoming election. Despite the…

Apple is in talks with OpenAI and Google to power AI features in its upcoming iOS 18 software, according to sources familiar with the matter. The discussions are reportedly focused on a “chatbot/search component” for the operating system. The tech giant has been considering using technology from both OpenAI, the company behind the popular ChatGPT technology, and Google, which offers Gemini, its AI-powered chatbot. However, Apple has not made a final decision on which company’s technology to use, leaving the possibility open for licensing tech from both companies or none at all. Apple has been relatively quiet about its AI…

Apple fans have reason to celebrate as the tech giant announced its upcoming “Let Loose” event, promising exciting reveals and surprises. In addition to this event, Apple enthusiasts can also take advantage of some amazing deals on MacBook Air and MacBook Pro models. The M3-powered 13-inch MacBook Air lineup has received a significant discount, making it even more appealing for those in need of a reliable and powerful laptop. Meanwhile, the 16-inch MacBook Pro with the M2 Pro chip is currently available at an all-time low price, making it a great option for professionals and creatives. For those in the…