D7VK 1.7 Brings More Improvements For Legacy Direct3D On Vulkan
The open‑source D7VK project released version 1.7, extending its support for legacy Direct3D 3, 5, 6, and 7 APIs on Vulkan. The update refines vertex transformation, clipping, and lighting handling, and adds workarounds that enable more classic Windows games to run on Linux. It also backports DXVK‑Sarek changes, allowing GPUs limited to Vulkan 1.1 to use D7VK without newer driver versions. The release is available on GitHub with full notes.
10 Great Xbox 360 Games That Are Fun From the Onset
The article lists ten Xbox 360 games that hook players instantly, ranging from narrative‑driven hits like BioShock and Halo: Reach to multiplayer staples such as Castle Crashers and Trials Evolution. Each entry includes release data, genre, and key features that make...
NatWest and Sainsbury’s Expand Partnership to Launch Embedded Financial Products
NatWest and Sainsbury’s have signed an expanded agreement to embed a suite of financial products—savings, loans and a Nectar‑linked credit card—into the grocery retailer’s digital channels, with rollout slated for the second half of 2026. The deal builds on NatWest’s...
Why the Cease-Fire With Iran Will Hold
On April 7 the United States and Iran agreed to a two‑week cease‑fire, framing the conflict as a draw rather than a decisive victory. Both sides entered the truce exhausted, having realized that continued escalation would cost more than any strategic...
Iranian Media Says Negotiations with US Have Begun in Pakistan
Iranian news agencies reported that negotiations between Iran and the United States to end the Middle East war have begun in Islamabad, Pakistan. The talks were said to follow preliminary discussions and a recent decline in Israeli attacks on southern...
Trilateral US-Iran Talks Begin
Senior Iranian officials and senior U.S. representatives convened in Islamabad on Saturday, marking the first trilateral talks aimed at ending the Middle East war that has disrupted global markets. The Iranian delegation, led by parliamentary speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, met...
Govt Hikes Export Duty on Diesel to ₹55.5/litre; ATF to ₹42/Litre From Today — Check Details
On 11 April 2026 the Indian government raised the windfall export duty on diesel to ₹55.5 per litre (about $0.67) and on aviation turbine fuel (ATF) to ₹42 per litre (about $0.51), effective immediately. The hike follows an earlier increase in...
3 More Cable TV Networks Are Shutting Down, Roku’s New Home Screen Beta Is Rolling Out, & More – The...
The cord‑cutting wave accelerated this week as FanDuel Sports Network announced it will shut down in April 2026, ending regional broadcasts for 13 NBA and seven NHL teams. QVC Group warned of a going‑concern status for its QVC and HSN...
“There Is a 50-50 Chance Iran Will Detonate a Nuclear Weapon Within the Next Three Years”
U.S. Vice President JD Vance arrived in Islamabad to begin talks with Iran, where both sides appear to hold starkly different leverage. Iran threatens to impose a $2 million toll per crude carrier through the Strait of Hormuz and retains deep‑underground...
Serbia Faces Growing Concerns over Shrinking Civic Space and Press Freedom
The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk, warned that Serbia’s civic space is eroding as pressure on journalists, NGOs and dissent becomes increasingly systematic. Independent monitors document a sharp rise in intimidation, physical attacks, surveillance claims and strategic lawsuits...
Microplastics in India’s Agriculture: A Growing Problem Demanding Urgent Action
India generates roughly 26 million tons of plastic waste annually, with about 9.3 million tons leaking into the environment and eventually fragmenting into microplastics that infiltrate agricultural soils. A National Academy of Agricultural Sciences study finds 20‑300 microplastic particles per kilogram in...
Novorossiysk Restarts Oil Loadings At Reduced Capacity After Drone Strike
Russia’s Black Sea hub at Novorossiysk has resumed oil loadings but only on a single berth after a Ukrainian drone strike forced a full shutdown earlier this week. The Sheskharis terminal is handling roughly 80,000 tons of cargo, a fraction...
American Heart Association Issues New Guidelines Urging Shift to Plant‑Based Protein
The American Heart Association released its five‑year dietary update on March 31, urging Americans to replace animal protein with plant‑based sources and cut ultra‑processed foods. The move intensifies a clash with the U.S. federal dietary guidelines, which still endorse moderate animal‑protein...
Texas Children’s Hospital Gets $5 Million Legacy Gift to Expand Pediatric Behavioral Health
Texas Children’s Hospital announced a $5 million estate gift from the late Barbara LeGrange, earmarked for its Behavioral Health Initiative. The donation provides $1 million in immediate support and an endowment to expand pediatric mental‑health services across Greater Houston and Austin, addressing...
Scotland’s Luxury Wilderness Retreats Blend Opulence with Remote Nature
A recent Times feature showcases Scotland’s most luxurious wilderness retreats, highlighting Aldurie Castle’s 500‑acre Wildland estate, Glenmorangie House’s LVMH‑backed whisky haven, and Crossbasket Castle’s 2025‑opened 40‑room complex. The piece examines how historic estates are being repurposed for high‑end outdoor experiences.
Hyundai Unveils IONIQ Premium EV Sub‑Brand in China with VENUS and EARTH Concepts
Hyundai Motor Company launched its all‑electric IONIQ brand in China, unveiling the VENUS sedan and EARTH SUV concepts at a Beijing event ahead of Auto China 2026. The move signals a focused push into the world's largest luxury car market...
BTS Launches First World Tour in Four Years, Igniting Global K‑Pop Frenzy
South Korean boy band BTS launched its first world tour in four years on April 10, 2026, drawing intense fan enthusiasm worldwide. The tour marks a pivotal moment for K‑pop’s presence in the global live‑music market.
Another Giant Leap Reminds Us How Small We Are
NASA’s Artemis II mission concluded on Friday with a clean splashdown in the Pacific after a ten‑day lunar orbit. The four‑person crew gathered scientific data, photographed the Moon and tested life‑support systems, marking a critical step toward sustained lunar exploration. Beyond...
Home Depot’s Spring Appliance Event Slashes Prices on Smart Fridges and Washers
Home Depot has launched a nationwide spring appliance event that drops prices on high‑tech refrigerators, washers and ranges while offering a price‑match guarantee. The promotion highlights GE’s Profile smart fridge and Samsung’s Bespoke line, positioning the retailer as the go‑to...
Noma Projects Opens First Permanent Pop‑Up in LA’s Silver Lake Amid Protests
Noma Projects, the retail arm of the world‑renowned Copenhagen restaurant, opened a permanent‑duration pop‑up shop in Silver Lake, Los Angeles, on Thursday. The launch arrives amid weeks of protests over abuse allegations linked to co‑founder René Redzepi, raising questions about the...
Study Finds Intermittent Fasting Cuts Testosterone in PCOS Women via Weight Loss
A randomized controlled trial of 76 premenopausal women with polycystic ovary syndrome published in Nature Medicine found that six months of intermittent fasting lowered testosterone levels and the free androgen index, but only because participants shed at least 5% of...
42 Jewish Authors Accuse Jewish Book Council of Pro‑Zionist Bias
Forty‑two Jewish authors released an open letter on Thursday accusing the Jewish Book Council of privileging Israeli and Zionist authors. The writers demand a broader platform for anti‑Zionist and non‑Zionist Jewish voices, warning that the council’s current focus misrepresents Jewish...
Navy’s Legacy Fuels Artemis II Astronaut Recovery
Wings of gold. It's always been the Navy's job to get those astronauts, a legacy that lives on with Artemis II. Proud to have been part of the story of how the Navy prepared for this moment. 🦅🇺🇸🦅🇺🇸⚓️⚓️
Choosing Iran’s Strategic Control Risks Legal, Supply Chain Fallout
Giving Iran control of the Strat vs international law. Versus being able to claim victory. Enriching Iran. Power shift. And supply chains?
FAA Rolls Out Gamer‑Focused Campaign to Fill Air Traffic Controller Shortage
The Federal Aviation Administration unveiled a new recruiting video that uses popular video‑game footage to attract young gamers to become air traffic controllers. With a staffing shortfall of roughly 4,000 controllers against a target of 14,500, the agency hopes the...
U.S.-Iran Ceasefire Leaves Chaos and Contradiction
What Does This Ceasefire Actually Mean? Once again, we've found ourselves in a chaotic and contradictory situation. The U.S.-Iran ceasefire is shaping up to be one big cluster. #iranwar #geopolitics
Stroke Research Stuck: Preclinical Successes Fail Clinically
Translational Block in Stroke: A Constructive and “Out-of-the-Box” Reappraisal 👉"The literature is saturated by >1000 effective preclinical studies in acute stroke research... yet almost none are successfully transferred to the acute clinical routine. This is the well-known translational failure or block...
Portland’s Stroudwater Commons Adds 130 Units with $5,000 Buyer Incentives
Developer GreenMars has broken ground on Stroudwater Commons, a 130‑unit mixed‑use project in Portland that will feature 26 accessory dwelling units and early‑buyer perks, including a $5,000 Pottery Barn or West Elm gift card for the first 40 purchasers. The development...
Supply Chains Face New Test: Hormuz Free Passage or Toll?
Dating back to the pandemic, the world is again learning of supply chains. But the lessons/takeaways if and when the Strait of Hormuz is opened? As free passage or a toll for Iran.
USS Michael Murphy Detected Near Persian Gulf, Confirmation Sought
Did the USS Michael Murphy (DDG-112) sail into the Persian Gulf as she showed up on AIS four hours ago? @CENTCOM @US5thFleet @SecWar https://t.co/1sMOpp2WpI
Wendy’s Brings Back Popular Burger
Wendy’s announced the comeback of its Pretzel Bacon Pub Burger, a fan‑fav item that left the menu in 2022. The burger won a social‑media “Bring it Back” bracket, promising a quarter‑pound beef patty with bacon, pretzel bun and beer‑cheese sauce....
Dutch Bros Cuts Build Cost to $1.3M, Fuels Aggressive Store Expansion
Dutch Bros reduced average capital expenditures per new shop to about $1.3 million, down from $1.8 million a year earlier. The cost cut helped the chain add 16% more stores in 2025, lift revenue 29% and raise same‑store sales 5.6% for the...
YouTube Premium Hikes to $15.99 for Individuals, $26.99 for Families in June 2026
Google is raising U.S. YouTube Premium fees in June 2026, with the individual plan climbing to $15.99 from $13.99 and the family plan to $26.99 from $22.99. The move, framed as needed to improve service and support creators, is the...
Oaklins Reports 44 Mid‑Market M&A Deals in Q1 2026, Cross‑Border Activity Surges
Oaklins released its Q1 2026 mid‑market M&A report, revealing 44 transactions across 22 sell‑side mandates and 13 buy‑side acquisitions. More than half involved cross‑border partners and the technology, media and telecom (TMT) sector led with 11 deals, underscoring robust deal...
SoundHound AI Teams with Associated Carrier Group to Bring Agentic AI to Tier‑2/3 Telecom Operators
SoundHound AI has signed a partnership with Associated Carrier Group (ACG) to provide its agentic AI platform to ACG’s Tier 2 and Tier 3 telecom members. The deal gives smaller carriers access to autonomous AI agents that can resolve customer issues end‑to‑end,...
HR Consultancy & Employment Law: Expert Guidance for Surrey & London Businesses
The article spotlights a surge in demand for HR consultancy and employment‑law expertise among Surrey and London businesses, highlighting the comprehensive services offered by firms such as The HR Surgery. It outlines core offerings—compliance audits, recruitment support, employee‑relations handling, policy...
Iridium Communications Posts 10% EBITDA Rise and Consistent Revenue Gains Through Q3 2025
Iridium Communications (IRDM) posted a 10% jump in operational EBITDA to $136.6 million in its Q3 2025 earnings call, while service revenue climbed 4% to $138.3 million. The company’s consistent quarterly improvements from Q4 2024 through Q3 2025 underscore a resilient satellite‑services business and a...
Roku Pushes Global Monetization, Targets ARPU Surge with New Ad and Subscription Rollouts
Roku is accelerating its international expansion by deploying advertising platforms and premium subscriptions in markets such as Brazil, Mexico and Canada. The company aims to lift average revenue per user (ARPU) as its global streaming household base is projected to...
Historic Drought Threatens Myrrh Supply, Risking Luxury Perfume Chains
Researchers warned that an unprecedented drought in Ethiopia's Somali region is slashing myrrh resin output, a raw material that fuels luxury perfumes priced up to $500 a bottle. The shortfall threatens both global fragrance brands and the fragile economies of...
Kuehne+Nagel, Casaideas Expand Logistics Partnership in Chile
Kuehne+Nagel and Casaideas have expanded their Chilean logistics partnership with a 30,000 m² semi‑automated distribution center dedicated to the retailer. Since its 2025 launch, the hub has processed 34.8 million inbound units and shipped 24.7 million products to more than 40 stores across...
Costco to Launch Large‑Format Standalone Gas Stations, Starting in California
Costco announced a new standalone gas‑station concept, beginning with a 40‑pump site in Mission Viejo, California. The fuel‑only format separates traffic from its warehouses, promises faster service and leverages Kirkland Signature gasoline to attract price‑sensitive members.
CDC Acting Director Delays Release of Study Showing Covid Vaccines Cut Severe Illness by 50%
Acting CDC director Dr. Jay Bhattacharya postponed the March 19 release of a Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report showing that the 2025‑26 Covid‑19 vaccine reduced severe disease risk by roughly 50% among adults. The delay, justified by methodological concerns, has...
Ohtani's $125M Sponsorships Eclipse Salary, Join Legends
I wrote about Shohei Ohtani's sponsorship deals. Recently went to Tokyo and couldn't walk a block without seeing his face. In 2026, he'll make $125m on sponsorships (vs. $2m salary), reaching endorsement heights only seen by Tiger, Roger and MJ: ...
Oracle’s AI Push Triggers Record Credit Risk and 30,000 Job Cuts
Oracle announced a reduction of 30,000 jobs while its credit default swap spread hit a record 198 basis points, reflecting investor alarm over $124.7 B of non‑current debt tied to aggressive AI spending. The company must convert a $553 B backlog into...
FX, Hulu Extend ‘Welcome to Wrexham’ Through 2029 with Three‑Season Renewal
FX and Hulu have committed to three additional seasons of the docuseries “Welcome to Wrexham,” taking the show through its eighth season in 2029. Season 5 launches on May 14, 2026, and will follow Wrexham AFC’s push for a first‑ever Premier League...
NLIGHT Secures $50 Million Missile Contract as Laser Sensing Drives Growth
nLIGHT announced a new $50 million contract for a long‑running missile program and started low‑rate initial production on a classified laser‑sensing project. The moves underscore laser sensing as a primary revenue engine for the company and intensify competition with Coherent and...
Formator Institute Rolls Out Nationwide Private‑Childcare Consulting and Certification
The Formator Institute announced a nationwide expansion of its private‑childcare consulting and Certified Formator™ credential, targeting the 900,000 in‑home caregivers lacking a unified credentialing system. The move adds assessment, six‑week training and ongoing management services for families across the United...
Chinese Researcher Sentenced for Smuggling E. Coli DNA as Gene‑Editing Trial Shows New Promise
Youhuang Xiang, a former post‑doctoral researcher at Indiana University, was sentenced to more than four months in prison and a $500 fine for illegally bringing E. coli DNA into the United States. The case arrives as a Chinese‑led collaboration reports a...
Cheng-Xi Meeting Seen as Beijing Signal to Trump on Taiwan: Scholars
KMT Chair Cheng Li-wun met Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing, a move scholars interpret as Beijing’s signal to President Trump ahead of his postponed China visit. The meeting reaffirmed the 1992 consensus and opposition to Taiwan independence, indicating tighter...
AMD Gains Ground on Intel as CPU and GPU Revenues Diverge, While Intel Leans Into AI Partnerships
AMD is expanding its share of the CPU and GPU market, bolstered by a $60 billion AI chip agreement with Meta, while Intel's revenue stalls despite a surge in its stock price above $60 as it pivots to AI‑focused foundry work...