Author: Nicole Roney

Apple’s latest version of iOS, 17.2, is packed with exciting features for users of the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max. One standout feature is the ability to record spatial videos with 3D depth, allowing for a more immersive and lifelike viewing experience. To activate the spatial video feature, users can head over to the Settings app and navigate to Camera → Formats. Once enabled, a new button will appear in the Video section of the Camera app for easy recording. These spatial videos are captured in 1080p at 30 fps, so users can expect high-quality content. For…

Title: WWE’s Vince McMahon Plans to Sell Bulk of His Stake as TKO Stock Takes a Hit Vince McMahon, the executive chairman of TKO, the parent company of WWE, has announced his intention to sell a significant portion of his stake in the company. The news came through a press release issued by TKO and has caused a stir in the market. After the announcement, TKO’s stock experienced a 5% decrease following the closing bell on Thursday. The stock closed at $84.90 during regular trading, showing the impact of McMahon’s decision on investor confidence. McMahon’s plan involves selling 8.4 million…

Title: Multiple Ransomware Groups Exploit Critical Vulnerabilities in Atlassian Confluence and Apache ActiveMQ In a concerning development, multiple ransomware groups have seized the opportunity to exploit recently disclosed vulnerabilities in the popular collaboration tool Atlassian Confluence and messaging software Apache ActiveMQ. Cybersecurity firm Rapid7 has uncovered attacks exploiting these vulnerabilities, which have resulted in the deployment of the notorious Cerber ransomware. The vulnerabilities in question, identified as CVE-2023-22518 and CVE-2023-22515, are deemed critical as they enable threat actors to create unauthorized Confluence administrator accounts and compromise confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Recognizing the severity of the situation, Atlassian, the developer of…

Children and adolescents who survive firearm injuries face a multitude of challenges in the year following the incident, including increased pain, psychiatric disorders, and substance use disorders. This is according to a new study published in Health Affairs by researchers from Harvard University and Massachusetts General Hospital. The study analyzed 15 years of data from employer-sponsored health insurance plans and compared the claims of 2,052 gun injury survivors to nearly 10,000 matched controls. The findings revealed alarming statistics: children and teens with firearm injuries experienced a 117% increase in pain disorders, a 68% increase in psychiatric disorders, and a 144%…

NASA Prepares Moon Rocket for Artemis 2 Launch NASA is making steady progress in constructing a moon rocket for astronauts as part of its Artemis program. The highly anticipated launch of Artemis 2 is scheduled for 2024, and NASA is leaving no stone unturned in ensuring its success. The key components of the rocket boosters, weighing a staggering 1.6 million pounds each, have arrived at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center after being manufactured by Northrop Grumman in Utah. Teams at the center are now hard at work assembling the boosters’ aft assembly, which will control their steering during launch. Handling these…

Beloved “Friends” actor Matthew Perry tragically passed away on October 28, 2022, at the age of 54. Perry’s cause of death was listed as an apparent drowning in a hot tub at his home in Los Angeles. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner-Coroner is currently conducting an investigation to determine the exact circumstances surrounding Perry’s death. Perry skyrocketed to fame through his iconic role as Chandler Bing on the hit television show “Friends,” which aired from 1994 to 2004. His undeniable talent and comedic timing helped cement “Friends” as one of the most beloved sitcoms of all time. In fact,…

Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History Unveils Sample from Potentially Dangerous Asteroid Bennu The Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History has made an exciting new addition to its collection – the first public display of a sample collected from the potentially hazardous asteroid Bennu. This significant milestone in space exploration was made possible by the OSIRIS-REx spacecraft, which successfully returned to Earth with the sample on October 11. The sample, weighing between 3.5 to 8.8 ounces, is believed to contain some of the earliest precursors to life. NASA scientists revealed the sample, which had been traveling at speeds of up…

Title: USDA’s Annual Campaign curbing Raccoon Rabies Spread in Eastern U.S. In a relentless effort to combat the spread of rabies, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has been executing an annual campaign since 1995 that targets raccoons, the primary carriers of the deadly disease. The USDA’s comprehensive strategy involves dropping millions of oral rabies vaccines across fourteen states, mainly along the eastern seaboard. To ensure an effective coverage, officials strategically distribute the vaccines in a two-pronged approach. In urban and suburban areas, they drive around and deposit bait in locations where raccoons are likely to find and consume it.…

Former UFC champion Jon Jones recently commended Francis Ngannou for his impressive performance in his boxing match against Tyson Fury. The highly anticipated matchup saw Ngannou exceed expectations as he dropped Fury with a powerful left hook and managed to hold his own for a full 10 rounds. Speaking about the bout, Jones expressed his satisfaction with the competitive nature of the fight and emphasized the doors it opens up for the future. This praise from Jones is particularly noteworthy considering the history between him and Ngannou. The two fighters have had a tense relationship ever since Ngannou left the…

Title: NASA’s Ingenuity Helicopter Successfully Takes Flight on Mars, Led by Indian Scientist In an exhilarating moment for space exploration, NASA’s space agency has achieved a monumental feat by successfully flying a helicopter named Ingenuity on the planet Mars. Part of the Perseverance rover mission launched in 2020, Ingenuity, lovingly nicknamed “Ginny,” has soared through the Martian atmosphere, pushing the boundaries of what was previously thought possible. The pioneering design of Ingenuity was led by Dr. J Bob Balaram, an accomplished Indian citizen working at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory. Made primarily of ultra-lightweight carbon fiber, this remarkable helicopter weighs a…