Author: Douglas E. Wiseman

Apple fans around the world are eagerly anticipating the special event scheduled for May 7, where the tech giant will unveil major changes to its iPad lineup. The event, set to take place at 7 a.m. PT/10 a.m. ET, will also have a companion event in London, which will be an invite-only affair and not open to the public. Apple is expected to launch new iPad Pro, iPad Air, Magic Keyboard, and Apple Pencil at the event, with the possibility of the Vision Pro making its debut outside the United States. The event will be live-streamed worldwide as a video,…

The New England Patriots made some surprising moves in the recent NFL draft, selecting two quarterbacks to add to their roster. University of Tennessee quarterback Joe Milton III was chosen in the sixth round, while North Carolina’s Drake Maye was drafted third overall, marking a double-dip at the quarterback position for the Patriots. Milton, standing at 6-foot-5 and weighing 246 pounds, expressed his surprise at being selected by the Patriots but called it a blessing. He confirmed that all conversations with the team have been focused on him playing quarterback, despite the Patriots already having five quarterbacks on their roster…

In a landmark decision, the Department of Justice has agreed to a $138.7 million settlement with victims of Larry Nassar for the FBI’s failure to investigate allegations of sexual abuse. The settlement will resolve 139 tort claims filed against the DOJ and FBI by athletes and patients who reported abuse by Nassar, a former USA Gymnastics team doctor. The FBI was heavily criticized for their inaction after being notified of Nassar’s behavior, with the investigation taking more than 14 months to even begin. This delay allowed Nassar to continue his abuse, affecting at least 40 more girls and women. Nassar…

The stock market is showing signs of positivity as Dow Jones futures, S&P 500 futures, and Nasdaq 100 futures were higher ahead of Tuesday’s opening. Nvidia is rebounding and investors are eagerly anticipating big earnings reports from major companies such as Microsoft, Boeing, Tesla, Meta Platforms, and Google parent Alphabet. However, not all companies are faring well as Cadence, Nucor, and Packaging Corporation of America reported earnings results that led to plunging stock prices. This comes as economic data for the week is set to be released, including the first-quarter GDP and the Personal Consumption Expenditures price index. The GDP…

The United States is currently experiencing the worst outbreak of bird flu in history, with the virus spreading beyond farms and affecting places and species it has never been before. Scientists are concerned about the rapid spread of the flu and the potential impacts it could have on both wildlife and agriculture. Emily Anthes, a science reporter for The Times, has been closely following the situation and providing valuable insights into the outbreak. She emphasizes the need for continued monitoring and research to better understand the virus and its potential impact on public health. Listeners who want to stay updated…

Ukrainian Servicemen Use Drones as US House Passes Aid Package Ukrainian servicemen are turning to drones to monitor the situation along the front in Kreminna, Ukraine as the Russia-Ukraine war rages on. This development comes as the US House of Representatives approved a $61 billion foreign aid package for Ukraine, which also includes aid for Israel and Taiwan. The bill is expected to be greenlit by the Senate and signed into law by President Joe Biden this week. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed his gratitude to US lawmakers for passing the bill, stressing that it will help prevent the war…

In a move that has been welcomed by Ukrainian and Western leaders, the U.S. House of Representatives has passed a $61 billion aid package, with $13.8 billion earmarked for Ukraine to purchase weapons to slow Russia’s advances in the ongoing war. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed his gratitude for the decision by U.S. lawmakers, stating that the aid package will send a powerful signal to the Kremlin. Ukrainian forces are now preparing for an expected full-scale offensive by focusing on acquiring long-range weapons and improving air defenses. The aid package has also been applauded by other Western leaders and NATO…

A recent near miss in Earth’s orbit between a dead Russian spy satellite and NASA’s TIMED craft has raised concerns about the growing issue of space debris. Initially estimated to pass within 65 feet of each other, further examination revealed that the two spacecraft were actually less than 10 meters apart during the encounter. NASA Deputy Administrator Pam Melroy described the incident as “shocking and concerning,” highlighting the potential risks of a collision between the two satellites. Such a collision could have generated significant debris, posing a threat to human lives and other spacecraft in orbit. The increasing number of…

Former President Donald Trump’s hush money trial is well underway, with a jury of 12 individuals being seated on Thursday. This marks a significant step towards opening statements and the revelation of potentially explosive testimony in the weeks to come. The prosecution is gearing up to present their case early next week, highlighting the diverse mix of professionals on the jury panel. Among them are lawyers, as well as a retired wealth manager from Manhattan, adding an intriguing element to the high-profile trial. The unprecedented nature of a former American president being tried during the race for the White House…

Apple’s recent decision to allow retro game emulators on the App Store has sparked controversy among users and developers alike. The most recent development in this ongoing saga is the removal of the iGBA Game Boy emulator, which was deemed to be too similar to another existing emulator. Riley Testut, the developer behind the popular GBA4iOS emulator, accused iGBA of being a knock-off of his own creation and criticized it for being packed with intrusive advertisements. In response to this controversy, Testut has released Delta, the successor to GBA4iOS, on the App Store for free. Delta boasts support for a…