Harold Halibut, an upcoming handmade stop motion-inspired adventure game, is set to launch on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC via Steam on April 16. The game will also be available on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One at a later date, as well as through Xbox Game Pass. Developed by Slow Bros., Harold Halibut tells the story of life on a city-sized spaceship submerged in an alien ocean, 250 years after fleeing Earth. Players will step into the shoes of Harold, a young lab assistant, as they navigate a vibrant retro-future world and unravel the secrets of the ship. With…
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Leaders in Congress unveiled a $1.2 trillion government funding package early Thursday in order to prevent a partial government shutdown. The package, which spans over 1,000 pages and includes six bills funding various departments and operations, has been praised by House Speaker Mike Johnson for its conservative policy wins. One notable aspect of the package is a ban on direct U.S. funding for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees. Additionally, the proposed package includes increased funding for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Border Patrol agents. Negotiators struggled to reach a consensus earlier in the week…
In a recent escalation of violence in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Gaza, the Israeli military claims to have killed 90 gunmen and arrested 160 others in an attack on Al Shifa hospital, Gaza’s largest medical facility. The raid, which began on Monday night, resulted in the deaths of two Israeli soldiers. The Israeli military stated that they had received intelligence indicating that Hamas fighters were hiding inside the hospital. They claimed to have located weapons in the hospital area and were met with sniper fire from inside the building during the operation. Hamas, however, denies that their fighters…
Microsoft has made a significant move in the world of artificial intelligence by hiring Mustafa Suleyman, the co-founder of DeepMind, to lead its consumer AI products and research. Suleyman will be responsible for overseeing popular products such as Copilot, Bing, and Edge, and will report directly to Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella. This marks the first time that one leader will be in charge of Microsoft’s consumer AI products. The hiring of Suleyman is seen as a strategic effort by Microsoft to strengthen its position in the AI market, particularly outside of its ongoing partnership with OpenAI. Suleyman left Google in…
The 2024 NFL free agency period kicked off with a bang as marquee free agents found new homes with lucrative contracts. Up-and-coming players secured deals to become franchise cornerstones, while aging stars landed last chances at glory. In a whirlwind of activity, teams like the Atlanta Falcons, Philadelphia Eagles, and Houston Texans made bold moves by signing Kirk Cousins, Saquon Barkley, and Danielle Hunter, respectively. The New England Patriots and Washington Commanders also made waves with smart bargain deals, headscratchers, and gambles. Trades and signings reshaped rosters and raised eyebrows during the first week of free agency. Notable free agents…
Today’s horoscope for March 17, 2024, has been carefully analyzed by our expert astrologer to provide accurate predictions for the 12 zodiac signs – Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius, and Pisces. The predictions cover a wide range of aspects including health, career, investments, relationships, and more for each zodiac sign. Aries may encounter health issues and business losses, while Taurus can expect positive news in their profession. Gemini may feel a bit sluggish but will bounce back to work, and Cancer is advised to focus on academics. Leo might face obstacles at work, while…
Tech companies are pushing the boundaries of gaming with the use of generative AI technology to create interactive characters that respond to players in real time. Nvidia recently partnered with Convai to showcase this groundbreaking technology at the Game Developers Conference in San Francisco. While some developers believe that AI can enhance storytelling in video games by creating more dynamic characters, there is skepticism and hesitation within the industry. Many fear that the use of AI could lead to a loss of the human touch in storytelling, with concerns about job displacement for writers and ethical implications of AI-created games.…
Modders Save Star Wars: Battlefront Classic Collection After Disastrous Launch The recent release of Star Wars: Battlefront Classic Collection was met with much anticipation and excitement from fans of the beloved franchise. However, the game quickly faced backlash due to various issues, including matchmaking errors, crashes, and servers not appearing in the browser. One modder, iamashaymin, was shocked to discover that their work had been included in the game without credit. Aspyr, the company behind the collection, initially denied these claims but later issued a patch to replace the uncredited content. In response to the outcry from the modding community,…
Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis has been given the green light to continue prosecuting the Georgia 2020 election interference racketeering case against former President Donald Trump and 14 co-defendants, as long as she removes special prosecutor Nathan Wade from the case due to their romantic relationship. Judge Scott McAfee made the ruling after more than two months of court motions and hearings, criticizing Willis and Wade for their “bad choices” in maintaining a relationship while working together on such a high-profile case. While the ruling allows Willis to proceed with the prosecution, the personal revelations and criticisms from the…
Asia-Pacific markets experienced a mixed day of trading on Thursday, following a tech-driven rally on Wall Street. Investors were closely watching Japan’s spring wage negotiations and India’s wholesale inflation data for signs of economic growth. In Japan, the wage negotiations concluded with reports of major wage hikes from large firms. This news has sparked speculation that the Bank of Japan may begin to unwind its easy monetary policy if strong wage increases continue. The Nikkei 225 and Topix indexes saw gains, with defensive utilities stocks leading the way. South Korea’s Kospi index climbed, while the Kosdaq index slipped, reflecting a…