The New England Patriots made some surprising moves during the 2024 NFL draft, selecting quarterback Drake Maye from North Carolina with the third overall pick. In a move that raised eyebrows, they also picked Joe Milton III with the 193rd pick in the sixth round. Maye, who was expected to be the Patriots’ future franchise quarterback, took to social media to show his support for Milton despite his selection. Head coach Jerod Mayo explained that competition was a key factor in the decision to bring Milton on board. The Patriots had a total of eight draft selections, aiming to improve…
Author: Robert Gill
Rumors Swirl Around Nintendo Switch 2 Compatibility and Features Exciting news for Nintendo fans as rumors of a new Nintendo Switch 2 being in the works have surfaced, with the possibility of the console being compatible with existing Nintendo Switch Pro Controllers. A report from Spanish website Vandal, citing sources at a peripherals manufacturer, suggests that the new console may also have Joy-Cons that latch onto the console magnetically instead of clicking into place. While these rumors are thrilling for gamers, it is important to take them with a grain of salt until confirmed by Nintendo. However, it is worth…
In a brazen display of aggression, Yemen’s Houthi rebels targeted and damaged the British oil ship, MV Andromeda Star, in the Red Sea using naval missiles. The US military confirmed the attack, stating that there were no injuries or further damage caused by the assault. This incident marks the latest escalation of hostilities in the region, as the Houthi air defense forces also managed to shoot down a US MQ-9 Reaper drone. This marks the third US attack drone that has been taken down by the Houthis since the conflict began. The attacks on vessels by the Houthi rebels have…
New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft has compared the current wave of campus protests related to Israel’s campaign in Gaza to the lead-up to the Holocaust. Kraft, who created the Foundation to Combat Antisemitism in response to the Charlottesville protest, sees rising signs of hatred in the current protests. Jewish students at Columbia University are facing offensive rhetoric and fear on campus as tensions escalate. The U.S. Education Department is investigating alleged antisemitic and Islamophobic incidents at colleges and universities across the country. Kraft has praised the New York Police Department for arresting protesters and called for accountability. He recently…
Taylor Swift, one of the biggest names in music today, has been making headlines with her recent flurry of activity. In the past year alone, the pop star has released four new studio albums and rerecorded four of her previous albums, much to the delight of her dedicated fan base. In addition to her busy recording schedule, Swift embarked on a $1 billion world tour and released a concert movie for fans to enjoy from the comfort of their own homes. Her high-profile relationship with another celebrity also caught the attention of the media, especially during the Super Bowl. However,…
Starbucks and Workers United, the union representing its baristas, are set to resume contract negotiations following an extended stalemate. This decision comes after mediation discussions surrounding the union’s use of Starbucks’ branding. Roughly 500 company-owned Starbucks locations in the U.S. have voted to unionize under Workers United. The coffee giant had previously insisted on face-to-face negotiations, which the union accused Starbucks of using as a stalling tactic. However, labor laws require both sides to bargain in good faith, with workers having the ability to petition for decertification after a year. The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) currently has 19 pending…
The cryptocurrency market faced a slight setback last week as prices dipped due to leveraged long liquidations. Analysts believe that this pullback has actually benefited the market by clearing out some of the excess speculation and froth that had built up in recent weeks. The market is currently at a respectable level, with committed capital supporting the prices. Despite the temporary setback, experts remain optimistic about the long-term prospects of cryptocurrencies. The pullback in prices was primarily driven by leveraged long positions being liquidated, as investors took profits or cut their losses. This led to a brief period of increased…
A mistrial was declared in the case of an Arizona rancher accused of killing an unarmed migrant on his property near the U.S.-Mexico border. The incident took place on January 30, 2023, in Kino Springs, Arizona, and has generated heated debate over immigration. The judge announced the mistrial after jurors failed to reach a unanimous verdict following deliberations that began on Thursday. This decision has further fueled tensions in the already contentious national conversation surrounding immigration. According to the Arizona Superior Court in Santa Cruz County, a hearing has been scheduled for April 29 to determine the next steps in…
Meta, the parent company of Facebook, is making significant strides in its metaverse ambitions this spring with the launch of Horizon OS, a new virtual reality ecosystem. The company is shifting away from its previous closed-off approach and is now allowing other headset manufacturers to integrate their framework. Already, companies like Asus’ ROG and Lenovo are developing headsets with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 processors, set to work seamlessly with Horizon OS. Additionally, Meta and Xbox have teased a potential limited edition Xbox-themed Quest, aligning with the recent compatibility of Game Pass with Quest’s operating system. The CEO of Meta,…
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has recently made a significant move in the fight against the H5N1 bird flu pathogen by uploading 239 genetic sequences of the virus found in dairy cows. This data will allow scientists to track any potential mutations that may make the virus more transmissible among mammals, as well as monitor its spread from cow to cow and herd to herd. The genetic sequences do not only include viruses from dairy cows, but also from a variety of other animals such as cats, chickens, a skunk, raccoon, grackle, blackbird, and goose. This diverse range of data…