Author: Political X Patriot
Xbox data indicates that many players of “Indiana Jones and the Great Circle,” released on December 9, 2024, are missing out on several easy achievements. Despite the game’s accessible nature, achievement unlock rates on Xbox are significantly lower than on Steam, where players engage more deeply. Basic achievements, such as consuming food items like the “Little Horn” cornetto in Vatican City, have only a 34% unlock rate on Xbox, compared to 54% on Steam. This trend continues with other consumables in different levels; “Bread is Life” and “Celestial Delight” have even lower unlock rates. The findings point to the possibility…
New research supports the idea that El Niño played a significant role in the Permian-Triassic extinction event, which occurred about 250 million years ago and resulted in the loss of approximately 90% of species on Earth. Previously attributed mainly to volcanic eruptions in Siberia, this extinction’s causes are more complex. The study suggests that during this period, El Niño events became stronger and extended, lasting nearly a decade due to rising greenhouse gas concentrations from volcanic activity. These prolonged “Mega El Niño” events led to intense heat, drought, and ecological devastation, further exacerbating the extinction rates. This research underscores the…
Microsoft is prompting millions of Windows 10 users to upgrade, as the deadline for end of support approaches. Out of the 850 million Windows 10 users, about 400 million may face issues due to hardware limitations that prevent them from upgrading to Windows 11. Microsoft plans to force-install the new Outlook client and new Windows 11 updates on Windows 10 devices shortly. The company has indicated that updates are vital for security, and users will receive notifications regarding their support status. As of October, support for Microsoft 365 apps will also end, complicating upgrade decisions for many. Users may have…
A remarkable event unfolded in Spain when a comet fragment, initially mistaken for a meteorite, lit up the night sky. Discovered by the European Space Agency (ESA) using powerful cameras, the object traveled at an incredible speed of 45,000 meters per second and burned up at an altitude of 57.28 miles without leaving debris. Scientists from ESA and Spain’s CSIC determined its cometary nature based on its flight path and distinctive blue color. Labeled as a “super warhead” due to its brightness, this incident underlines the challenges of tracking fast-moving cosmic objects and serves as a reminder of the need…
Sony has recently canceled several live service games, including Bluepoint’s God of War multiplayer game and Bend’s Unknown Live Game, due to concerns stemming from the failure of Concord, which has been labeled the biggest flop in video game history. The company had initially planned to release 12 live titles within a couple of years but has only had significant success with one, Helldivers 2. Concord’s poor performance has led Sony to reconsider its Games-as-Service projects, prompting cancellations and a reevaluation of ongoing developments. Previous attempts at creating multiplayer aspects for popular franchises, like The Last of Us Online and…
In episode 144 of “This Week In Space,” hosts Rod Pyle and Tariq Malik discuss the recent launch of two private lunar missions by Firefly Aerospace and iSpace, marking 2025 as a pivotal year for lunar exploration. The “Lunar Fleet” will include a variety of orbiters, landers, and probes. They also cover the recent Starship 7 flight that resulted in the loss of the upper stage and the maiden flight of Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket, which successfully launched but failed to land on its recovery ship. Additionally, they mention the impact of Los Angeles fires on NASA’s Jet Propulsion…
Google has begun requiring users to enable JavaScript for Google Search, claiming it will improve security against bots and enhance search quality. While only a small percentage of searches today are conducted without JavaScript, this change impacts millions of users, as Google processes around 8.5 billion searches daily. Critics argue this move is a way to limit third-party tools analyzing search trends and traffic, effectively making Google Search function more like an app rather than a traditional website. The article expresses concern over Google’s shift from being an open web company to one that controls access to its services, asserting…
Scientists are uncovering evidence that ancient marine reptiles in what is now central Colombia were more formidable predators than modern killer whales, occupying unexpectedly high levels in the food chain. Research conducted by McGill University, led by doctoral student Darlie Cortes, indicates that these giant reptiles could exceed 10 meters in length and dominated the seventh trophic level, compared to modern apex predators like killer whales and great white sharks that peak at the sixth level. The study analyzed fossil evidence from the Paja Formation, revealing a complex food web where large predators thrived in a warm Cretaceous climate, leading…
On January 16, 2025, Ukraine’s elite special forces launched a critical counterattack near Kurglenkoe in the Kursk region, targeting depleted North Korean troops. Utilizing superior technology and equipment, they aimed to neutralize remaining enemy forces and regain strategic positions, preventing North Korea from consolidating its control. The Ukrainian operation capitalized on vulnerabilities within North Korean ranks, which had suffered significant casualties—around 4,000—due to poor coordination and lack of Russian support. Rapid and precise attacks, aided by advanced fire support and reconnaissance capabilities, positioned Ukraine advantageously despite challenges posed by the forested terrain, where North Korean forces had taken cover. The…
More than 400 endangered sea turtles have washed up along the east coast of India, near Chennai, marking the highest number of turtle deaths in over 20 years. Factors contributing to this phenomenon include a decline in nesting beaches and mass mortality from fishing nets. Normally, 100 to 200 turtle deaths are recorded annually, but this year has seen 200 fatalities in just two weeks. Conservationists are concerned about the low number of nesting sites, with only four nests found so far. Efforts are being made to raise awareness among fishermen and enforce regulations against harmful fishing practices. The brown…