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Chip Giant Intel's Surprising Q3 Results: A Turning Point?

November 1, 2024

Intel, a major player in the tech world, had a quarter that surprised everyone. Their shares jumped 9% after hours on Thursday due to better-than-expected revenue. Pat Gelsinger, Intel's CEO, has been facing a tough time with the company's performance, but the latest numbers brought some relief. The

technology

AMD's New Ryzen 7: Faster, Cooler, and Ready for Overclocking

November 1, 2024

AMD has just released the Ryzen 7 9800X3D, the next big thing in processors. This new chip comes from the Zen 5 architecture and uses AMD's second-gen 3D V-Cache technology. The company has moved the cache memory below the processor, making it closer to the cooling solution. This helps keep the core

business

Meta's Profits Jump 35% Thanks to Ads and AI

October 31, 2024

Meta, the company behind Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, reported a 35% increase in quarterly profits. This boost is mainly due to strong advertising revenue and their push into artificial intelligence (AI). However, they warned about big spending on infrastructure for AI next year. Meta makes m

crime

The Mysterious Life of Elizabeth Báthory: A Different Perspective

October 30, 2024

More than four centuries after her death, the tale of Elizabeth Báthory, often dubbed the “Blood Countess, ” remains shrouded in mystery. From her castle in Čachtice, Slovakia, rumors spun around Báthory's cruelty, claiming she killed hundreds of young women and bathed in their blood. But did she re

technology

Tesla's Affordable Electric Car: When and What?

October 29, 2024

Electric vehicles (EVs), especially those from Tesla, often come with a hefty price tag. But Tesla has been promising a more affordable option for years. In their recent quarterly report, they reiterated that plans are in motion to launch such a vehicle in the first half of 2025. This comes after di

entertainment

The Marvel Movie Miss: Venom’s Last Dance Stumbles, Other Films Shine

October 28, 2024

"Venom: The Last Dance, " the final installment in the Marvel trilogy starring Tom Hardy, fell short of expectations at the box office. While it grossed around $175 million worldwide, its $51 million domestic haul was a significant drop from previous entries. Industry experts predicted an opening ar

politics

Suspected Chinese Hackers Target Trump, Vance, and Harris' Camps

October 27, 2024

Did you know that federal authorities believe Chinese hackers might have gotten access to phones or networks used by big politicians like Donald Trump, Senator JD Vance, and even members of Vice President Kamala Harris's presidential campaign team? It's crazy, right? They think the hackers first inf

technology

TSMC's Arizona Chip Plant Beats Taiwan's in Quality

October 26, 2024

TSMC, the world's leading chipmaker, is set to start mass production at its newest facility in Arizona. This plant, top-notch and built in partnership with the US government, is showing impressive results. TSMC's US president, Rick Cassidy, shared in a webinar that the yields—a key measure of chip q

politics

Gaza Hospital Takes Fire Instead of Aid

October 25, 2024

In northern Gaza, the Kamal Adwan Hospital is facing a tough situation. Instead of getting much-needed supplies, it's been hit by Israeli forces. The hospital, which is running low on essentials, has been receiving injured people from nearby areas. The director, Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya, said tanks and

education

UCLA Astrophysics Lecturer Goes Public About Low Pay and Homelessness

October 25, 2024

Dr. Daniel McKeown, an astrophysics lecturer at UCLA, has been placed on leave after speaking out about his low pay and housing issues. McKeown, who earns $70, 000 a year, says he can't afford the $2, 500 monthly rent in Los Angeles and has had to move his belongings into storage. He first shared hi