John Romero and John Carmack, the founders of id Software, have come together once again to celebrate the 30th anniversary of Doom. Their professional relationship faced a setback during the development of Quake, but any past animosity between them has since faded. This is evident from Carmack’s praises in Romero’s new autobiography. Contrary to popular belief, the two Johns have maintained a close and extensive communication while working on the book, dispelling rumors of their adversarial relationship. Romero admits that in the early days of id Software, communication did break down, but he firmly believes that they could have resolved…
Author: Robert Gill
Illinois basketball’s stars fell short in their second top-20 matchup of the week against the Tennessee Vols. Both Terrence Shannon and Marcus Domask struggled with their shooting, combining for just 28 points on a disappointing 7-for-27 shooting. Meanwhile, Tennessee’s Dalton Knecht led the Vols to victory with a game-high 21 points. One of the few bright spots for Illinois was the performance of Quincy Guerrier, who scored a season-high 22 points. Guerrier’s impressive offensive showing helped fill the void left by Shannon and Domask’s struggles. However, it was clear that Illinois had difficulty finding its rhythm on offense, shooting just…
LeBron James to Skip Lakers Game for Son Bronny’s USC Debut Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James has announced that he will be skipping a game to witness his son, Bronny James, make his collegiate debut for the USC Trojans. This news has sent shockwaves through the basketball community, as the Lakers’ game schedule coincides with Bronny’s highly anticipated game against Long Beach State. The USC Trojans’ home game against Long Beach State has become the hottest ticket in town, with ticket prices reaching astronomical heights. The most expensive seats are being sold for an eye-watering $16,899 each. USC has…
Title: Apple Shuts Down Beeper Mini, Blocking iMessage Access for Android Users In recent news, tech giant Apple has closed a major loophole that allowed Android users to access iMessage on their devices. The closure comes after the introduction of Beeper Mini, an innovative app that promised Android users the capability to send iMessages to iPhone users, bridging the gap between the two platforms. Beeper Mini managed to achieve this feat through reverse engineering iMessage protocols and encryption, cleverly exploiting Apple’s own iMessage servers. By doing so, the app provided Android users with access to all iMessage features, including read…
Efforts to reauthorize the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) have come to a standstill as Republicans and Democrats remain divided over funding for abortion providers overseas. The divide between the two parties has left the program in limbo, with Chair of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, Michael McCaul, failing to broker a deal. Discussions in the Senate have also collapsed, with no plans to introduce a reauthorization bill this year. The best chance for renewing the program lies in the government spending process, but delays and divisions have plagued this avenue as well. One proposal put forth by…
NASA Celebrates 25th Anniversary of International Space Station Today marks a significant milestone in space exploration as NASA celebrates the 25th anniversary of the International Space Station (ISS). The groundbreaking program has successfully brought together international flight crews, multiple launch vehicles, and the international scientific research community. The ISS journey began on December 6, 1998, when the first two modules of the station, Zarya and Unity, were joined during the STS-88 mission of the space shuttle Endeavour. In a remarkable feat, the Canadarm robotic arm of the shuttle grabbed Zarya, which had been in orbit for just over two weeks,…
The highly anticipated iOS 17.2 update for iPhone 13 and iPhone 14 users is set to bring an exciting new feature – Qi2 wireless charging support. Apple has recently released the iOS 17.2 release candidate in beta testing mode for developers, giving users a glimpse into the new features and bug fixes that will soon be available. Qi2 wireless charging is an improved version of the original Qi wireless charging technology. It offers faster charging speeds of 15W, compared to the previous iterations. The iPhone 15 was the first to introduce Qi2 wireless charging, and now older models such as…
Carol Massar and Tim Stenovec are the dynamic duo behind the anchor desk of Bloomberg Businessweek, a popular news program that covers a wide range of topics including business, finance, technology, politics, and economics. With their finger on the pulse of the global business world, Massar and Stenovec bring their audience the latest and most relevant news stories. What sets Bloomberg Businessweek apart from other news programs is its reliance on Bloomberg Businessweek reporters and editors for their news stories. This ensures that viewers are getting accurate and up-to-date information from trusted sources. Massar and Stenovec understand the importance of…
Headline: Evidence Suggests Hamas-Linked Investors Profited from Bets on Israeli Securities prior to Attacks Subtitle: Law professors uncover suspicious trading activity in a report titled “Trading on Terror?” Researchers have discovered compelling evidence indicating that investors with links to Hamas experienced significant financial gains after placing bets on Israeli securities in the weeks leading up to the Oct. 7 attacks on Israel. Law professors from prestigious institutions such as New York University and Columbia University have published a detailed report titled “Trading on Terror?” which sheds light on this suspicious trading activity. The report draws attention to the actions of…
EyePoint Pharmaceuticals, a leading company specializing in therapeutics for retinal diseases, has recently unveiled promising results from its Phase 2 DAVIO 2 trial of EYP-1901, an innovative treatment targeting wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD). The trial, specifically designed to test the drug’s efficacy and safety, successfully achieved its primary endpoint by demonstrating that both doses of EYP-1901 led to statistically significant improvements in best corrected visual acuity (BCVA) compared to the control drug aflibercept. Not only did EYP-1901 showcase its potential as a formidable competitor to existing treatments, it also exhibited a favorable safety profile. Throughout the trial, no serious…