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How Ray Tracing Changed the Game for DOOM: The Dark Ages

May 20, 2025

The latest DOOM game, The Dark Ages, hit the market last week. It is a huge leap from its predecessors. It is a massive game. The game's creators have been clear about one thing: ray tracing made it all possible. Ray tracing is a rendering technique. It simulates the way light interacts with ob

celebrities

The Unfolding Drama: Sean Combs' Legal Battle in NYC

May 20, 2025

It is the second week of the trial. Sean Combs is facing serious charges. He is accused of sex trafficking, transporting people for prostitution, and being part of a criminal group. These charges are part of a major federal case that started in September 2024. Since then, two more sets of charges ha

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The Dark Path of a Texas Killer

May 20, 2025

Matthew Johnson's name is known by many in Texas, and not for good reasons. In 2012, he committed a horrific crime that left a 76-year-old woman, Nancy Harris, fighting for her life. Johnson entered the Fina Whip-In convenience store in Garland, Texas, early in the morning. He was high on cocaine an

science

The Secret to Making More Citric Acid

May 20, 2025

Citric acid is a big deal in the food industry. It is used in everything from soft drinks to candies. It is produced by a fungus called Aspergillus niger. This fungus is the main player in making 90% of the world's citric acid. The process involves growing the fungus in a liquid mixture and letti

technology

Fortnite's Fight to Return to iPhones

May 19, 2025

The legal battle between Epic Games and Apple is far from over. Epic, the creator of Fortnite, is pushing hard to get its popular game back on iPhones in the US. This push comes after a recent court decision that allows apps to use payment systems outside of Apple's own. Epic's leader, Tim Sweeney,

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How Our Eyes Trick Us: The Müller-Lyer Illusion

May 19, 2025

Visual perception is a fascinating topic in psychology. It explores how our surroundings are interpreted by the brain. One well-known example is the Müller-Lyer illusion. This illusion shows two lines of the same length, but with arrowheads pointing in different directions. Most people see one line

politics

Self-Represented Litigants: The Early Courtroom Experience

May 19, 2025

In the Netherlands, there has been a noticeable shift in how people view the court system. This shift has sparked interest in understanding how individuals who represent themselves in small claims court perceive the fairness of the process. This is especially true in the early stages, where informat

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A New Way to Spot Hidden Dangers in Our Environment

May 19, 2025

TBBPA is a nasty chemical found in many places. It is toxic and can harm living things. So, scientists are always looking for better ways to find it. They want methods that are simple, cheap, and reliable. One new method uses a special kind of sensor. This sensor is made from a mix of copper and org

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Theater Drama: Shia LaBeouf's Wild Ride

May 19, 2025

Shia LaBeouf is known for his intense performances on screen, but his real-life drama is just as captivating. He started a theater workshop in South Los Angeles. It was a free weekly event that drew in a mix of people, mostly young fans eager to be part of anything he did. LaBeouf was between mov

politics

The Push for a Major Bill: House Republicans Aim to Pass Trump's Agenda

May 19, 2025

The House of Representatives is still aiming to pass a significant bill by the end of the week. This bill, known as the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act, " is a crucial part of President Donald Trump's agenda. The bill faced a setback on Friday when some Republicans, both hard-liners and moderates, oppos