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EU confirms it cannot stop Sony from ending physical game discs

EU confirms it cannot stop Sony from ending physical game discs

The European Commission has stated that Sony's transition to a digital-only model is a matter of commercial freedom, raising concerns regarding game preservation.

Technology ·11 Jul 2026, 20:33 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Petri dishes transformed microbiology research and modern medical science

Petri dishes transformed microbiology research and modern medical science

The development of the Petri dish transitioned laboratory science from unpredictable liquid cultures to precise, observable experiments. This vessel remains a cornerstone of modern medical research and global food safety protocols.

Science ·11 Jul 2026, 19:35 ·Niko Vale 4 min read
Enceladus ocean contains life-sparking energy and essential molecules

Enceladus ocean contains life-sparking energy and essential molecules

New research indicates Enceladus possesses a high-energy chemical environment and hydrothermal activity, suggesting its ocean could support biological life.

Science ·11 Jul 2026, 17:05 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Frankie Seaman transitions from professional skating to fostering kittens

Frankie Seaman transitions from professional skating to fostering kittens

Frankie and David Seaman have dedicated their time to nursing and socializing newborn kittens through their work with the charity Cats Protection.

Technology ·11 Jul 2026, 16:08 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Tokyo Metropolitan University researchers use bubbles to improve inkjet printing

Tokyo Metropolitan University researchers use bubbles to improve inkjet printing

By dispersing ultra-fine bubbles into ink, researchers can control the drying behavior of droplets to mitigate the coffee ring effect without chemical additives.

Technology ·11 Jul 2026, 09:02 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
OpenAI to shut down Atlas browser and move features to ChatGPT products

OpenAI to shut down Atlas browser and move features to ChatGPT products

OpenAI will shutter its standalone Atlas browser, migrating core features like web navigation and agentic tasks into its desktop app, Work tool, and extensions.

Technology ·11 Jul 2026, 05:05 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
id Software staff cut by half as Microsoft initiates massive Xbox layoffs

id Software staff cut by half as Microsoft initiates massive Xbox layoffs

Microsoft has initiated a reduction of 3,200 roles across its gaming division, including significant staff cuts at the development studio id Software. Despite these changes, the studio states it retains the capacity to develop games and maintain the id Tech engine.

Technology ·11 Jul 2026, 04:04 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced sells 2 million copies in one day

Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced sells 2 million copies in one day

Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced sold 2 million copies on its first day, setting a new franchise record for peak concurrent players on Steam.

Technology ·11 Jul 2026, 01:01 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
iPhone 18 Pro Max rumors point to heaviest model in years due to battery

iPhone 18 Pro Max rumors point to heaviest model in years due to battery

Reports suggest the iPhone 18 Pro Max will become one of Apple's heaviest handsets to accommodate a larger battery and new cooling system. The device is also expected to feature a 2nm A20 Pro chip and a variable aperture main camera.

Technology ·10 Jul 2026, 17:03 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
GTA Online Kortz Center Heist launches July 14 as major content update

GTA Online Kortz Center Heist launches July 14 as major content update

Rockstar Games is set to launch The Kortz Center Heist, a substantial new mission for GTA Online that features stealth mechanics and high-stakes art theft. This update serves as the game's final major content release before the arrival of Grand Theft Auto 6.

Technology ·10 Jul 2026, 16:02 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Spriggina fossils provide earliest evidence of behavioral handedness

Spriggina fossils provide earliest evidence of behavioral handedness

Researchers found evidence of behavioral handedness in Spriggina fossils, suggesting these early animals possessed an evolutionary preference for the right side.

Science ·10 Jul 2026, 16:01 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
North Pacific storm tracks shifting northward faster than climate models predict

North Pacific storm tracks shifting northward faster than climate models predict

New research indicates that North Pacific storm tracks are shifting northward faster than existing models project, contributing to environmental instability.

Science ·10 Jul 2026, 13:35 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Northwestern study links cellular aging to transcriptional machinery decay

Northwestern study links cellular aging to transcriptional machinery decay

A Northwestern Medicine study reveals that aging cells experience a length-biased reduction in gene expression due to failing transcriptional machinery. These findings may inform future anti-aging strategies targeting RNA polymerase II and elongation factors.

Science ·10 Jul 2026, 11:35 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Researchers observe ambipolar diffusion in prestellar core to map star birth

Researchers observe ambipolar diffusion in prestellar core to map star birth

Scientists identified a velocity drift between ionized gas and neutral particles in a prestellar core, revealing how gravity overcomes magnetic resistance.

Science ·10 Jul 2026, 10:31 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Researchers capture first-ever footage of rare barreleye fish in Atlantic

Researchers capture first-ever footage of rare barreleye fish in Atlantic

Researchers have documented the rare barreleye fish in its natural deep-sea habitat for the first time, providing insight into its unique anatomy. The expedition also identified previously unknown hydrothermal fields and deep-sea ecosystems within the Atlantic.

Science ·10 Jul 2026, 09:31 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
ASUS Republic of Gamers Announces Raikiri II Pro PC Controller

ASUS Republic of Gamers Announces Raikiri II Pro PC Controller

ASUS Republic of Gamers Announces Raikiri II Pro PC Controller

Technology ·10 Jul 2026, 08:34 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Google Chrome 150 for Android adds dedicated back button and menu redesign

Google Chrome 150 for Android adds dedicated back button and menu redesign

Google is rolling out a redesigned menu for Chrome on Android that includes a new dedicated back button and reconfigured interface shortcuts. These updates aim to improve navigation, particularly for users with large-screen devices like tablets and foldables.

Technology ·10 Jul 2026, 06:36 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Frog gut bacterium Ewingella americana eliminates tumors in mice

Frog gut bacterium Ewingella americana eliminates tumors in mice

A study published in Gut Microbes details how the bacterium Ewingella americana, isolated from Japanese tree frogs, achieved 100% tumor clearance in mice.

Science ·10 Jul 2026, 06:34 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Hummingbirds accelerated bromeliad evolution over 20 million years

Hummingbirds accelerated bromeliad evolution over 20 million years

A study reveals that hummingbirds have significantly accelerated the diversification of the bromeliad plant family, driving new species creation at twice the rate of other pollinators.

Science ·10 Jul 2026, 04:37 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Physicists prove quantum mechanics functions using only real numbers

Physicists prove quantum mechanics functions using only real numbers

Researchers have demonstrated that the imaginary unit 'i' is a mathematical convenience rather than a fundamental requirement of quantum mechanics. The findings could potentially assist in efforts to reconcile quantum mechanics with gravity.

Science ·10 Jul 2026, 03:37 ·Niko Vale 3 min read