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The Tiniest Black Hole In The Milky Way Was Right There All Along

April 14, 2021

Searching for black holes is one of the most difficult astronomical games a scientist can play. Emitting no light of their own, it’s only through their indirect effects that we can know of their existence. Some black holes act as gravitational lenses, distorting and magnifying the light emitted from background objects, revealing their existence. Ot...

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Singapore Superapp Grab To Go Public With $40 Billion Valuation In SPAC Deal

April 14, 2021

Grab Holdings said it has reached a deal to go public in the U.S. by merging with a special-purpose acquisition company (SPAC) that will value the nine-year-old company at about $39.6 billion. The ride-hailing and food delivery giant is raising more than $4 billion by combining itself with Altimeter Growth Corp. in what would be the la...

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When, Where And How To See This Week’s Eye-Catching Close Encounter Between Mars And A Crescent Moon

April 13, 2021

There are few more beautiful views than a waxing crescent Moon nestling up close to a bright planet, and that’s something you can see this weekend if you know when and where to look. Look to the southwest after dark on Saturday, April 17, 2021 and those in the northern hemisphere will see our satellite close to Mars. It’s the only planet visible ...

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Here’s What Scientists Know About Covid-19 Vaccine Blood Clots, And How The Risks Can Be Diminished

April 13, 2021

On Tuesday, the CDC and FDA recommended that states pause the administration of the Johnson & Johnson Covid-19 vaccine after six rare blood clots that were potentially linked to the vaccine were reported. Earlier this week, the European Medicines Association (EMA) reported it was investigating four cases of blood clots related to the Johnson &a...

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Microsoft's New Surface Laptop 4 Is Powered By Déjà Vu

April 13, 2021

The Surface Laptop range has quietly found its place in Microsoft’s hardware portfolio. The Surface Pro remains the foundation device and the standard bearer for the project, while the Surface Book pushes design and fashion into the high-end laptop space. As for the Surface Laptop, it sits in the consumer space as the all-rounder laptop, confident ...

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iOS 14.5 Public Beta 8 Released To Beta Users Ahead Of Next Week’s Release

April 13, 2021

Well it had to happen at some point. Apple finally announced their spring event for next Tuesday, April 20th, and with it we're getting one last beta release. iOS 14.5 Public Beta 8 was released to Beta Program participants earlier today.  Why am I so hopeful? Because the 4/20 event will bring with it a litany of new devices including new i...

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Physical Inactivity Linked To More Severe Covid-19 Infection And Death

April 13, 2021

As unappealing as exercising during this pandemic is – given the increased barriers and extra restrictions – it may be time to dust off those running shoes. According to a new study, physical inactivity is linked to more severe Covid-19 infections and a higher risk of dying from the virus. The study, published in the British Journal of Sports M...

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Starfinder Is More Than D&D In Space

April 13, 2021

When fantasy and science fiction are mixed together they are often set at odds with one another. Think of the cold technocratic Galactic Empire versus the Rebel alliance still seeking out the mystic Jedi Knights. Consider the loss of Essence in Shadowrun for anyone seeking to use magic. When Paizo decided to launch Pathfinder’s sister game Starfind...

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Make The Move From “Feudal” To “Federal” IT

April 13, 2021

Lessons learned from CIOs at some of Japan’s largest companies.Digital transformation promises a revolution, but as with any revolution, there will be growing pains.  Emerging technologies have created endless possibilities for modernizing the way we work. It’s all fun and games when you’re sitting in the executive suite, drawing up plans an...

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It’s Dave Bautista and pals vs. zombie horde in Army of the Dead

April 13, 2021

[embed]https://youtube.com/watch?v=tI1JGPhYBS8&start=0&wmode=transparent[/embed] Dave Bautista stars in the zombie heist film Army of the Dead, directed by Zack Snyder.Fresh off the successful release of Zack Snyder's Justice League, we'll soon be getting the director's latest project: Army of the Dead, about a group of mercenari...