Author: David Miller

Lincoln County, NM – The New Mexico Department of Health has confirmed the first death from the plague in three years, marking the first fatal case since 2020. The plague is a bacterial disease spread through infected flea bites and direct contact with infected animals. Symptoms of the plague include fever, chills, headache, weakness, and painful swelling of lymph nodes. The NMDOH is recommending that residents avoid sick rodents, prevent pets from roaming, use flea control products on pets, and clean up areas where rodents could live. In 2020, there were four human plague cases with one being fatal. The…

Celebrity Beauty Buzz: Microsoft CEO Testifies in Court Over Activision Deal Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella made headlines this week as he arrived in court in San Francisco to testify against the Federal Trade Commission’s efforts to block the $69 billion deal with Activision Blizzard. This high-profile case has captured the attention of gamers and tech enthusiasts alike. In a related development, a group of approximately 600 software testers at Activision has formed the largest union in the U.S. video game industry. The union, known as Activision Quality Assurance United-CWA, was established under a new labor agreement negotiated as part of…

Title: Tech Industry Faces Series of High-Profile Disputes and Acquisitions In recent news in the tech industry, various major players are facing disputes and significant changes. Roku, the popular streaming device, has required users to agree to new dispute resolution terms before using their devices. This move has raised concerns among consumers about their rights in potential disputes. A leak has revealed two-factor authentication codes for major tech giants online, sparking fears of security breaches. Elon Musk has sued OpenAI over an alleged betrayal of the nonprofit mission, leading to a high-profile legal battle. Apple has terminated Epic Games’ App…

New CDC Guidelines Recommend Stay-at-Home Policy for Those with Respiratory Infections In a recent update, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued new guidelines recommending that individuals with viral respiratory infections, including COVID-19, stay home until 24 hours after their fever has disappeared and other symptoms have lessened. The decision comes as a response to the toll that extended isolation can take on individuals and society, as well as data from countries and states that have implemented similar guidelines without seeing an increase in transmission rates. According to recent data, COVID-19 hospitalizations have decreased significantly in the Lehigh…

Exciting news has surfaced in the world of technology, as CAD files for the alleged iPhone 16 Pro have been leaked online. These files are giving fans a potential look at Apple’s highly anticipated flagship device, which is expected to be unveiled later this year. According to the leaked CAD files, the iPhone 16 Pro is rumored to be slightly larger than its predecessor, the iPhone 15 Pro. With dimensions of 149.6 x 71.4 x 8.4 mm and a 6.1-inch display, Apple seems to be continuing the trend of larger screens for their flagship smartphones. One of the most intriguing…

SpaceX is gearing up for its third Starship test mission, which is set to take place at the company’s Starbase site in South Texas. The upcoming mission, scheduled for a potential launch date of March 14, is said to have more ambitious goals and objectives than its predecessors. One of the main goals of this mission is to test various capabilities of Starship, including opening and closing the payload door, conducting a propellant transfer demonstration, and performing the first re-light of a Raptor engine in space. Additionally, the mission will focus on achieving a controlled reentry of Starship, showcasing the…

The highly-anticipated rematch between Marlon Vera and Sean O’Malley at UFC 299 in Miami is creating quite a buzz in the MMA world. Vera, who scored a first-round knockout against O’Malley at UFC 252 after O’Malley injured his leg, is ready to defend his title as bantamweight champion. In a recent interview, Vera discussed his upcoming fight with O’Malley, describing his opponent as a “weird guy” who tries to play mind games. When asked about O’Malley’s messages, Vera didn’t hold back, telling him to “suck my d***.” Vera made it clear that he is focused on the fight and plans…

In a surprising turn of events, Tropic Haze LLC, the company responsible for the popular Yuzu and Citra emulators, has shut down both projects and associated websites as part of a $2.4 million settlement with Nintendo. The lawsuit was filed by Nintendo against Tropic Haze LLC, claiming that the Yuzu emulator, used to play Nintendo Switch games on PC, required files extracted from a real Switch device, which is not a lawful way to use the emulator. As a result, Citra, a 3DS emulator also developed by Tropic Haze LLC, was shut down as well. While emulators themselves are legal,…

“First Case of Bubonic Plague Diagnosed in Oregon Since 2015, Likely Transferred from Pet Cat” Health officials in central Oregon are closely monitoring a pet owner who has been diagnosed with the bubonic plague, a rare and potentially fatal disease. The individual is believed to have caught the illness from their symptomatic pet cat, making it the first confirmed case of bubonic plague in the state since 2015. Authorities have taken swift action to prevent the spread of the disease, contacting all close contacts of the resident and their pet, and providing them with necessary medication to avoid illness. The…

Title: Kim Kardashian and Kanye West Make Separate Appearances After Friendly Outing at Son’s Game Kim Kardashian and Kanye West, the former power couple, were seen attending their son’s basketball game together in Los Angeles. Despite their separation, the two maintained a cordial atmosphere, although they chose to sit at least 10 seats apart during the event. During the game, Kim Kardashian sported a casual look, donning a black hoodie and a cozy sherpa-lined coat. On the other hand, Kanye West opted for a monochromatic all-black ensemble. Kim watched the game up-close from the sideline, showcasing her unconditional support with…