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Pro-Palestinian Messages Found at Burned Ballot Box Scenes

October 30, 2024

Recently, investigators found worrying notes at ballot box arson sites in Portland and Vancouver. These boxes, which store important election votes, were targeted by mysterious devices. The messages on these devices said "Free Gaza" and "Free Palestine. " However, law enforcement is still puzzled ab

technology

Stay Connected, No Matter What: Android's New Satellite Messaging Feature

October 27, 2024

Imagine you're in a place where there's no cell signal, and you really need to send a text. That's where Android's new satellite messaging feature comes in handy. This year, Google announced that Android users in the U. S. (except for a couple of states) can use their Pixel 9 phones to connect to sa

science

DNA Evidence Adds Weight to Norse Saga

October 26, 2024

Imagine a time when historical tales were passed down through generations, often written down long after the events occurred. This is the case with many Norse and Icelandic sagas, including the Sverris Saga. This saga describes the tumultuous reign of King Sverre Sigurdsson in the 12th century, fill

technology

Windows 11 on Old PCs: A Three-Year Experience

October 25, 2024

For over three years, I've been using Windows 11 on some pretty old machines that Microsoft officially doesn't support. As the deadline for Windows 10 support looms in 2025, I've been thinking: is this a good way to keep an older computer ticking over? Let's dive into my experience. I've tested Win

science

Ancient Man in Well Matches Old Norse Saga

October 25, 2024

Imagine discovering that a story from 800 years ago is actually true! This is what a team of archaeologists in Norway found out. They matched the DNA of a man thrown into a well during a raid in 1197 to the description in an old text called the Sverris Saga. This man, who was around 40 when he died,

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Unraveling Lance Armstrong's Doping Scandal: Sports Stories for the Future

October 25, 2024

Lance Armstrong, the pro cyclist from America, was once a hero. He won countless races, including seven Tour de France titles. But in 2012, his world came crashing down. The United States Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) found he had been using banned substances during his career. This wasn't just a small

technology

How High Can Military Drones Soar?

October 25, 2024

Military drones, or unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), have become crucial tools for modern armed forces. Unlike traditional jets, drones don't put pilots at risk. They serve various missions, from combat to reconnaissance. When choosing a drone, the military considers its speed and its maximum flying

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A Glimpse into the Making of the 2004 Red Sox Docuseries

October 25, 2024

Director Colin Barnicle, helming the Netflix docuseries on the 2004 Red Sox, shared insights into the candid interviews and storytelling process. He recalled Tom Werner's bold prediction after Game 3 of the 2004 ALCS, despite his internal doubts. Barnicle was impressed by the openness of players lik

politics

JD Vance: The Trump Whisperer

October 24, 2024

Imagine being JD Vance, the guy who has to make sense of Donald Trump's controversial comments. Vance, Trump's running mate, often finds himself in the spotlight, trying to explain or defend what Trump says. This isn't an official job, but it's become his role. Remember when Trump questioned Kamala

technology

Windows 11's New Trick: Faster Updates, Less CPU Strain

October 24, 2024

Are you fed up with Windows updates that drag on and slow down your computer? Microsoft has a new trick up its sleeve with Windows 11's latest update, 24H2. This update is designed to be faster and lighter on your CPU. Research showed that 24H2 was around 46% quicker and used about 15% less CPU time