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US and China begin talks on easing trade war US and China begin talks on easing trade war Top US and ******** officials have opened trade negotiations in Geneva after weeks of growing tensions over President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs regime. Source link #China #talks #easing #trade #war Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

John Cena is fooled by fake ****** Orton and eats another RKO – Cageside Seats John Cena is fooled by fake ****** Orton and eats another RKO – Cageside Seats John Cena is fooled by fake ****** Orton and eats another RKO Cageside SeatsSmackDown results, May 9, 2025:****** Orton tricks John Cena into a pre-Backlash RKO WWEWWE SmackDown Results, Winners, Live Grades, Reaction, Highlights Before Backlash ’25 Bleacher ReportWWE SmackDown results, highlights (May 9): ****** Orton stands tall over John Cena before Backlash Yahoo SportsSmackDown recap & reactions: Outta nowhere Cageside Seats Source link #John #Cena #fooled #fake #****** #Orton #eats #RKO #Cageside #Seats Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

DMC Director Wants Oblivion Remaster Treatment for the First Game DMC Director Wants Oblivion Remaster Treatment for the First Game In a recent YouTube Q&A session, legendary game director Hideki Kamiya made a heartfelt plea to Capcom: let him remake the original ****** May Cry. The timing couldn’t be more perfect, as Bethesda’s surprise-released The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion remaster has been dominating sales charts since its April 22 launch, proving there’s a massive appetite for thoughtfully modernized classics. Kamiya, who directed the original DMC back in 2001, clearly sees the potential for giving Dante’s first adventure the same loving treatment that Bethesda gave to their beloved RPG. And honestly, who better to helm such a project than the man who created the stylish action series in the first place? When old games deserve new tricks Players and critics alike have fallen head over heels for the Oblivion remaster, which has already become the third best-selling game of 2025 despite being a nearly 20-year-old title. What makes this remaster special isn’t just the visual overhaul using Unreal Engine 5, but how it preserves the soul of the original while making smart quality-of-life improvements. In his latest YouTube video, Hideki Kamiya reflected on his own classic: As for a ****** May Cry remake—of course I’d love to do that! When was that? 2001? We made that 24 years ago. The director’s candid assessment of his own work shows both pride and a realistic understanding of how games evolve: I usually don’t replay my own games after release. ****** May Cry is no exception. But once in a while, I catch gameplay clips and think, ‘Yeah, this really does feel like a 24-year-old game design.’ This self-awareness is refreshing. While DMC remains a cult classic that pioneered the stylish action genre, its fixed camera angles, limited movement options, and somewhat rigid combat system feel decidedly vintage in 2025. A thoughtful remake could preserve its gothic atmosphere and challenging combat while implementing modern conveniences that players now expect. What’s particularly exciting is Kamiya’s vision for a potential remake: With today’s technology and game design approach, of course I’d want to remake it from the ground up. This suggests he’s not interested in a simple resolution bump and frame rate boost, but rather a comprehensive reimagining that honors the original’s spirit—exactly the approach that made the Oblivion remaster such a hit with both nostalgic fans and newcomers. A creator’s passion never fades Still SSS-rank after all these years. | Image Credit: YouTube/Hideki Kamiya Channel Kamiya’s enthusiasm for revisiting his past creations extends beyond just ****** May Cry. His direct appeal to Capcom—“Please leave it to me. Also, let me handle Viewtiful Joe too. Let’s do Viewtiful Joe!”—reveals a creator who remains deeply connected to his body of work, even decades later. This passion is perhaps most evident in his continued advocacy for Scalebound, the ambitious dragon-companion action RPG that was canceled by Microsoft in 2017. Despite the project’s demise, Kamiya has repeatedly expressed his desire to resurrect it, most recently in March 2025 when he was caught watching old Scalebound footage at his new studio Clovers Inc. The good news for Kamiya fans is that his relationship with Capcom appears to be on solid ground. Clovers Inc. is currently developing an Okami sequel in partnership with the publisher, which could potentially open the door for other collaborations—perhaps including that ****** May Cry remake. With Bethesda demonstrating how to successfully modernize a beloved classic with the Oblivion remaster, the blueprint exists for Capcom to give Kamiya the keys to his old franchise. The question is: will they listen to his plea? What do you think—should Capcom let Kamiya remake the original ****** May Cry? Would you prefer a faithful visual upgrade or a more comprehensive reimagining? Share your thoughts in the comments below! Source link #DMC #Director #Oblivion #Remaster #Treatment #Game Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Michael Mosley’s son Jack gives rare insight into his father almost one year since his tragic death in Greece Michael Mosley’s son Jack gives rare insight into his father almost one year since his tragic death in Greece The son of beloved British doctor-turned-broadcaster Michael Mosley has remembered him as a “fantastic family man” who made a difference to “millions of people’s lives” as it nears one year since he tragically died. Mosley went missing for four days during an ill-fated walk while on holidays to the Greek Island of Symi. An exhaustive search on air, land and sea soon followed. Tragically, his body was eventually found on a rocky slope, above a beach on the island. A post-mortem examination revealed he died of “natural causes” after suffering from heat exhaustion during an ill-fated walk. He was aged just 67. Camera IconJack Mosely appeared on Weekend Sunrise on Saturday, speaking about his father. Credit: Seven Prior to his death, Mosley gained the affections of millions of viewers for his intelligence and resolve to put his own body on the line for the sake of medical self-experimentation. On Saturday, Mosley’s son, Dr Jack Mosley, joined David Woiwod and Sally Bowrey on Weekend Sunrise, where he gave a personal update on himself and his family. “I’m holding-up ok, I think it’s been a really tough time for me and my family,” Mosley said, candidly. “He was a fantastic man. He was a maverick. He was a master self-experimenter. “I think he made such a difference to millions of people’s lives.” Giving rare insight into family life, Mosely praised his father. “He was he was a fantastic dad and a and a fantastic family man. “He’s really missed. I remember him as a very fun, caring dad who would always be there for you when you needed him. “I think he was so great at keeping the family together. “He would always make sure there was a date in the diary (for a catch up). “Even when we left home, so that we all got together. Camera IconMichael Mosley passed away a nearly ago, after suffering from heat exhaustion during an ill-fated walk. Credit: AAP “I think one thing that has happened is, in a way, his death has actually brought us closer together as a family. “And I think that’s something he would have been really happy with.” Now, Jack, a doctor himself trained in emergency medicine, has now released his debut book, Food Noise. The book is about our internal food monologue. He delves into weight loss medication like Ozempic, which has become wildly popular. “It feels incredible to be able to continue on some of his mission,” Jack said of honouring his father’s legacy. “Food noise, it’s that distracting inner voice that tells you to grab that chocolate slice or grab that packet of biscuits or that big bag of crisps, even if you’re not necessarily hungry. “The weight loss drugs are so effective at quietening this noise, I kind of like to think of them as these noise cancelling headphones you put on (to change your habits). “You go about your life, and you can block out that distracting voice that tells you to grab that processed junk food that you don’t always need. “But you know that food noise does come rushing back with a vengeance when you stop the weight loss medications.” Jack explained he doesn’t think weight loss medications are bad. Instead, he believes they aren’t the magic bullet they are being sold as to consumers. “I think a lot of people are using them like a sledgehammer,” he said. “People are being ramped-up to incredibly high doses of these medications. So, they may be getting more extreme side effects.” Jack said there’s four key problems with the drugs, in his opinion. “Firstly, people may not be getting the most out of them. “They may not be losing as much weight on them as we see in the studies. “Secondly, people might be getting some malnutrition. “So, we’ve seen in the ***, (pop singer) Robbie Williams developed scurvy on these medications. “I think thirdly, muscle loss, that was something that was something that my dad was concerned about because it’s so important for longevity, for your metabolism and for reducing fragility in later life. “Finally, when you stop these weight loss medications, unless you’ve got a plan and a nutritional strategy, then it’s likely you will put the weight back on. “We see people put on two thirds of the weight that they originally lost.” Source link #Michael #Mosleys #son #Jack #rare #insight #father #year #tragic #death #Greece Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

13 ‘Power’ Vegetables Health Experts Say You Should Eat More Of 13 ‘Power’ Vegetables Health Experts Say You Should Eat More Of We all know veggies are healthy, but which ones are the healthiest to include in your daily diet? The United States Department of Agriculture’s Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend eating about 2 to 3 cups of colorful vegetables per day, and you can optimize that veggie intake by picking vegetables with a top-notch nutrient profile—that is, vegetables packed with nutritious compounds such as vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and other phytonutrients. “All vegetables offer health-promoting properties and compounds that reduce the risk of disease,” says Lon Ben-Asher, a registered dietitian and licensed nutritionist at Pritikin Longevity Center in Miami. “However, some vegetables are more nutrient-dense and functional than others, and I encourage people to include [those] in their eating plan every day.” Vegetables high in dietary fiber and water content, for example, “promote our health and ward off disease,” and they can help keep us feel fuller longer, Ben-Asher says. Here are some of the healthiest vegetables to mix into your meals. Meet the Experts Mackenzie Burgess is a registered dietitian nutritionist and recipe developer at Cheerful Choices. Lisa Moskovitz is a registered dietitian and CEO of the nutrition counseling practice NY Nutrition Group in New York. Sarah Schlichter is a registered dietitian nutritionist and founder of Bucket List Tummy. Broccoli Jonathan Knowles/Getty Images Broccoli is one of the healthiest greens you can eat! “Broccoli contains a compound called sulforaphane, which has been known to be *******-fighting,” says Ben-Asher. “It also is a great source of vitamin C, which is important for our immune system, and potassium, which has been associated with promoting cardiovascular health and reducing blood pressure.” Cauliflower Gorchittza2012/Getty Images “Cauliflower contains compounds called glucosinolates and isothiocyanates, which have also been associated with *******-fighting,” says Ben-Asher. It’s also a great source of folate, vitamin C, and vitamin K. Try cauliflower roasted, grilled or turned into cauliflower rice—a popular grain substitute. Brussels Sprouts Olga Buntovskih/Getty Images “Brussels sprouts contain a compound called kaempferol, which is also associated with *******-fighting properties and is anti-inflammatory,” says Ben-Asher. “It’s known to support cardiovascular, gut, and metabolic health, and is a great source of folate, vitamins C and K, potassium, and magnesium.” Brussels sprouts are great as a salad or simply roasted in the oven. Spinach, Kale, and Swiss Chard Spinach, kale, Swiss chard, and other leafy greens should all be part of your typical diet. “These contain compounds that have been shown to reduce the risk of *******, and are a great source of lutein, zeaxanthin, and beta carotene, which supports cardiovascular and ocular health,” notes Ben-Asher. Try adding leafy green veggies to a smoothie, or stir a handful into stir fries, sauces, pasta, rice, or grains for an added boost. Beans Yevgen Romanenko/Getty Images “Beans and peas are high in plant-based protein without the saturated fats and dietary cholesterol found in most high-protein animal-based foods,” says Ben-Asher. “They’re also a great source of potassium, which supports cardiovascular health and reduces blood pressure, and contain a high amount of soluble fiber, which supports reducing cholesterol levels and metabolic health by the gelling effect in the gut. This slows the digestion of glucose, thus improving blood sugar control, promoting more beneficial bacteria in the gut microbiome, which is good news for our digestive health. They’re a tasty and filling addition to salads with couscous, soups, or as a main event, like aCuban ****** Beans and Rice dish. Lentils Whether you enjoy them in a kale and sausage soup or a superfood-packed salad, lentils are not only a leading source of plant protein and folate, they’re also a rich source of gut-friendly fiber and resistant starch, says Lisa Moskovitz, registered dietitian and CEO of the nutrition counseling practice NY Nutrition Group in New York City. “Resistant starch can slow digestion, so you feel fuller longer, and your blood sugar levels are more stable,” Moskovitz says. “And resistant starch feeds good bacteria in your gut so they can proliferate.” Sweet Potatoes Anna Shepulova/Getty Images “Sweet potatoes contain naturally occurring sugars, making them a great alternative to heavily sweetened foods with added sugars,” says Mackenzie Burgess, registered dietitian nutritionist and recipe developer at Cheerful Choices. “One medium sweet potato provides around 115 calories and 4 grams of blood-sugar-balancing fiber. Sweet potatoes are packed with beneficial nutrients like vitamin A, vitamin C, and manganese. Additionally, sweet potatoes are an excellent source of potassium, which can aid in lowering blood pressure.” Burgess recommends whole sweet potatoes as a healthier alternative to processed fries or chips. Mushrooms Tanja Ivanova/Getty Images “Fresh mushrooms are a nutritional powerhouse filled with immune-supporting nutrients like vitamin D, selenium, zinc, copper, and B vitamins,” says Burgess. “As an example, just four cremini mushrooms provide 44% of your recommended dietary allowance for copper, and 38% for selenium—two nutrients that help prevent cell damage and keep our immune system healthy.” Mushrooms are also the only food in the produce section that features vitamin D—especially important because 40% of U.S. adults have a vitamin D deficiency, adds Burgess, who recommends caramelizing mushrooms to pair with burgers or quinoa salads. Cabbage Richard T. Nowitz/Getty Images This surprisingly versatile vegetable can be eaten raw, braised, roasted, grilled, or pickled—in a ******* soup or a crunchy salad. “Cabbage earns its top place among the healthiest veggies because it’s rich in antioxidants and fiber, and it’s also a good source of inositol,” Moskovitz says. “Inositol is not well known, but it should be. It plays many roles in the body, including fighting against insulin resistance , metabolic syndrome, and high blood sugar. Studies indicate that it could help with depression and anxiety, too.” Related: How to Shred Cabbage for Slaws, Salads, Tacos, and More Watercress Nutrient-dense watercress was number one on a list of powerhouse fruits and vegetables published by the journal Prevention of Chronic Disease, published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. “Watercress is abundant in disease- and inflammation-fighting antioxidants and has been linked to improved heart and bone health,” says Moskovitz, who likes the leafy green in pesto, soups, salads, or simply sautéed with garlic and olive oil. Beets “Among the sweeter-tasting veggies, beets top the list for being ultra-nutritious,” Moskovitz says. “They’re packed with vitamins A, C, and K, as well as nitrates, which help improve athletic performance and lower blood pressure.” Grill them, roast them, sauté them, or enjoy them in soups, salads, and more. Carrots “Carrots are a great source of fiber, potassium, and vitamin B6,” says Sarah Schlichter, registered dietitian nutritionist and founder of the blog and wellness brand Bucket List Tummy. You can crunch them raw, of course, but to maximize carrots’ nutritional benefits (and natural **********), enjoy them cooked. Cooking makes beta-carotene more bioavailable; that is, more easily absorbed by the body, which converts beta-carotene to vitamin A. You can also whip up some carrot hummus for a quick snack. Tomatoes Yuliia Kokosha/Getty Images Ok, while not technically a vegetable, tomatoes are so healthy, we couldn’t leave them out. “Not only are they tasty, but they pack a big nutritional punch,” Schlichter says. Tomatoes offer vitamin C, potassium, folate, and several antioxidants, including lycopene, which may reduce the risk of *******. Sure, they’re great for tangy sauces and soups and a fresh addition to sandwiches—but they also make a healthy sidekick for chicken, fish, shrimp, steak, eggplant, chickpeas, and more. Read the original article on Real Simple Source link #Power #Vegetables #Health #Experts #Eat Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

India-Pakistan Conflict Escalates Sharply With Attacks on Military Bases – The New York Times India-Pakistan Conflict Escalates Sharply With Attacks on Military Bases – The New York Times India-Pakistan Conflict Escalates Sharply With Attacks on Military Bases The New York TimesPakistan launches fresh military action, claiming India hit its military bases CNNPakistan launches Operation Bunyan Marsoos: What we know so far Al JazeeraKashmir crisis live: Pakistan and India accuse each other of striking military bases in major escalation The GuardianIndia and Pakistan step up military strikes amid calls to de-escalate Reuters Source link #IndiaPakistan #Conflict #Escalates #Sharply #Attacks #Military #Bases #York #Times Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Inside the house that Asus built: New NUCs and powerful laptops Inside the house that Asus built: New NUCs and powerful laptops We visited the Asus HQ in Taipei for a technology briefing, to enjoy some NUC desktop and ROG laptop hands-on time, and to glean exclusive hardware design insights. Tom’s Hardware readers are probably going to be most enthralled by the details and images we have of the upcoming ROG NUC 2025 (a very close relation to the NUC 15 Performance). We also saw the complete Asus ROG 2025 laptop lineup with RTX 5080 and 5090 GPUs, as stripped down to the silicon for some PCB peeking. Asus’ open-book HQ Asus Headquarters Our visit to the Asus LiGong building was in mid-March, while several key components were still a secret. Two of the company’s business units welcomed us on the day: The Asus NUC team, and the Asus ROG gaming laptop technical marketing team. As you might expect, Asus has quite an impressive HQ, located in Taipei’s Beitou District. The LiGong building we visited is its newer HQ, styled in the form of an ‘open book’ (the logo you see is on the rear, the spine of the book). However, certain divisions like VGA and motherboards have remained at the longer-established Asus Li-De building, across the road. Image 1 of 3 (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) Inside Asus LiGong, there seemed little reason for employees to leave other than to go home to sleep. There was a whole floor dedicated to a modern glistening food court with a wide range of cuisines, a 7-11 convenience store, a juice bar, chains like Starbucks and MOS Burger, hang-out spaces, and I even noticed an on-site travel agent. After regular work hours people also stick around for the on-site gym, clubs, and social events — we noticed the Asus orchestra had started practicing as we left. It is also interesting to note that Asus manufacturing spinoff Pegatron remains in very close proximity. Even though it is now an independent company, Beitou remains a good site for the ODM firm’s HQ. Asus NUC What’s going on with NUC? Spending time with the NUC team, it was incredibly interesting to learn about how the different teams from Asus and Intel work together in 2025. We also got to analyze the latest product stack, and ponder the plans the team has going forward. The lead NUC executive we met was Mavila Wu, whose current full title is Deputy Division Director of Product Division, NUC Business Unit, at Asus. An Asus employee for approaching 20 years, Wu hosted the presentation, device showcase, and Q&As. However, other execs from Asus (including some ex-Intel NUC folks) were there to share insight and field questions. Get Tom’s Hardware’s best news and in-depth reviews, straight to your inbox. Image 1 of 3 (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) NUC team transition Our discussions began with talk about the NUC product transition from Intel to Asus, which officially began about 18 months ago. The change meant a big culture and technology transition. However, Asus has maintained the geographically broad based expertise from the merger – with teams still collaborating between offices in Oregon, Arizona, and Taipei. The transition ******* occurred during the NUC 12 to 13 era, with Asus firmly holding the reins on the recently announced NUC 14 line. Of course, the emerging NUC 15 Pro, NUC 15 Pro+, NUC 15 Performance, and the closely related ROG NUC 2025, are now well-established Asus products. The Expert Center (AMD powered) NUC-a-like products are maintained and benefit from similar thermal, power management, multiphase designs, and other advancements that we have seen come to the (Intel powered) NUC machines recently. Image 1 of 2 (Image credit: Asus) (Image credit: Asus) Asus NUC improvements – noise profile and thermals We asked the team to highlight some of the biggest differences a user might notice between an old Intel NUC and a contemporary Asus NUC. It turns out that some design targets were changed due to Asus’ influence. The NUC team pointed out that Asus is stricter about what is considered to be an acceptable level of device noise. We were told that an Intel NUC might have run at up to 45dB under load, but Asus makes sure the active cooling systems in new devices won’t exceed 38dB – a noticeably quieter profile. With the latest generation of NUCs we see they typically have their Lunar Lake or Arrow Lake processors running at TDPs configured from 25 to 40W. For a long time, these standard NUCs have been roughly 4×4-inch devices of varying heights. Image 1 of 2 (Image credit: Asus) (Image credit: Asus) Asus NUC 15 Pro+ During the visit we were pleased to see the new NUC 15 Pro+, which continues the 4×5-inch form factor that we saw debut with the NUC 14 Pro+. To be precise, these are 144 x 112 x 42mm (0.7 liter). Side by side, the Nuc 15 Pro+ body seemed negligibly bulkier than its standard compact NUC siblings (which start at 0.48 liters), but the benefits might be well worth it, if you want more processing power. The slightly larger chassis Asus uses for the Pro+ can be used to great effect. According to the technical team at the presentation, the new rectangular chassis enables the use of Intel’s new Arrow Lake H processors configured at up to 65W this generation. Remember, they still have to keep the noise levels below 38dB. (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) Opening up the Pro+, and comparing it with its brethren, shows the significantly reconfigured cooling in this model. Instead of all the cooling apparatus being mostly on one side of the PCB, the Pro+ features an array of heatpipes extending over the side of the PCB with the CPU, with the motherboard flanked by fin stacks connected to the heatpipes. Last but not least, we have what’s likely to be the largest fan you could fit (approx 90mm), attached to the hinged lid of the device, directing air over the left/right fin stacks. Asus ROG NUC 2025 and NUC 15 Performance Another highlight of the NUC team meeting was getting to check out a sample of the ROG NUC 2025. This 3 liter device packs a lot of CPU and GPU processing power, but the Asus team assured that it is very quiet, with its triple fan design, and what looked like more than half the volume of the chassis used by the dual vapor chamber enhanced cooling system. The ROG NUC 2025 system was powered up during the visit, but we didn’t run any programs on it. But, you wouldn’t know it was even on, if it were not for the ROG RGB lighting zones being lit. (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) Inside this high-performance yet compact machine is a potent mix of an Intel Core Ultra CPU (Arrow Lake HX) plus one of Nvidia’s new Blackwell architecture GeForce RTX 5070 Ti or 5080 laptop GPUs. We were told that the CPU was configured to run at 55W, and the GPU at up to 140W, by default. But power limits are dynamic, depending on system workloads, and the CPU could chew through significantly more than 55W if required, and the headroom was available. A sturdy 330W PSU keeps the power flowing to the ROG NUC’s laptop processors, and is sufficient enough for some USB ports to function as charging/power sources. Other attractions of the ROG NUC (2025) highlighted by the team were its support for up to five displays, its Intel Killer networking, and its onboard Thunderbolt 4 ports. Asus’s ROG NUC 2025 device will be available from H2 this year. Professionals who might need the same kind of power, without the RGB and ROG styling, should look at the near-identical NUC 15 Performance. The only thing it lacks is the typical ROG styling and RGB. A bonus for the pros is that there will be more configurations available, including a barebones option. More NUC conversation nuggets We talked about cooling NUCs, or rather, mini-PCs in general. Interestingly, the team at the meeting insisted that NUCs aren’t easier to cool or thermally manage than laptops. They might be thicker and deeper, but laptops have a large surface area for venting and heat convection, it was reasoned. Asus also wanted to highlight the quality and reliability of its NUC line. It was claimed that the Asus NUCs (and Expert Centers) went through far more rigorous heat, humidity, and endurance testing than the “industry standard.” Moreover, we were quoted a return rate of under 0.5% for NUCs. This compared well with the mini-PC average of over 3%, according to the Asus team. (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) NUC is crucial for Asus’ grand AI plans Going forward into 2026 and beyond, Asus sees AI as a driver for the NUC business unit. We’ve heard lots of this kind of thing before, but Asus isn’t talking about Microsoft’s lame Copilot. Instead, it has large customers who want to use Edge AI applications. We are talking about tasks like deepfake image protection, medical AI, customer service AI, and so on. With a quoted 80% of the unit’s business with SMBs, governments, education, and other large orgs – this shows AI isn’t just a tech talking point in this instance. Image 1 of 2 (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) Asus 2025 Laptops Asus’s high-end 2025 laptop range The range of Asus laptops available in 2025 is quite staggering, with the company developing products for many niches – with additional geographic and retail partner exclusive models. So, at Asus LiGong, it was a relief to focus solely on the latest ROG designs for 2025 featuring the newest mobile processors from AMD and Intel, as well as (of course) the brand-new Nvidia GeForce RTX 50 series GPUs. Specific Asus ROG devices we got a close look at, including a peek at the PCBs, were the ROG Flow Z13, ROG Strix Scar 16, ROG Strix Scar 18, ROG Zephyrus G14, the ROG Zephyrus G16, and the ROG XG Mobile GC34 – all 2025 models. For completeness, there are also non-Scar versions of the Strix models launching, the Strix G16 and Strix G18, which basically trim the “AniMe Vision” frills. Image 1 of 2 (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) How Asus designs its laptops Before looking at the shiny new 2025 hardware, it was interesting to hear about the process Asus goes through from concept to finished laptop. Sascha Krohn, the firm’s Director of Technical Marketing and a 10-year veteran at Asus, offered the most insight in this segment of our visit. We were told that every design would start with digital renders, which sounds logical. Once things were narrowed down on the digital side, the earliest prototypes would be made in the physical world. So, the earliest physical sample could be simply made from cardboard or foam, or increasingly nowadays, 3D printed. It would still be pretty quick and cheap to iterate at this stage. Asus ROG XG Mobile and ROG Flow Z13 (2025) Before the laptops, we got a chance to see these two very interesting devices in the flesh, and powered up. You’ve likely seen these devices in our news, but reviews may or may not have been published by the time you read this. Firstly, let’s look at Asus’ latest iteration of its ROG branded portable eGPU. The new ROG XG Mobile (2025) stands on the shoulders of its predecessor with two important new features: the upgrade to Nvidia GeForce RTX 50 series GPUs (laptop GPUs), and Thunderbolt 5 connectivity. Image 1 of 3 (Image credit: Sascha) (Image credit: Sascha) (Image credit: Sascha) Both while under load and while idle, this eGPU was pleasingly quiet, as it should be, and the solitary RGB area was a ROG logo case cutout. We had mixed feelings about the smoked semi-opaque case, as from a distance the unit just looked like it needed to be wiped clean of fingerprints, or something. The RTX 5090 laptop unit we had in hand (24GB) was also very compact and light. It measures 8.2 x 6.1 x 1.2 inches (208 x 155 x 29.6 mm) and weighs just 1.3kg. That figure is more impressive due to the fact that there’s a built-in 330W power-brick – so all you need is a standard IEC mains cable for power. There’s a kickstand, too, providing some more placement or mounting flexibility. Don’t forget, this is more than an eGPU, as it also bristles with fast ports and an SD Express card reader. Asus will also be making an RTX 5070 Ti laptop GPU (12GB) variant, too. (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) Though we didn’t have much time to play with the Asus ROG XG Mobile, we were pleased to see a rev2.0 PCB from the device. On this unpopulated sample, it is easy to see the various port connector pads to the right, and the large GPU area flanked by locations for up to eight GDDR7 ICs. To the far left are the locations for all the power stage components. Putting this PCB in context with the assembled device, it shows how compact the internal 330W PSU really is. We have reviewed earlier iterations of the ROG Flow Z13, and we will be deep diving into the 2025 edition, which beats a brand-new path with a Strix Halo APU at its heart, aka the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395. We met the Z13 product manager, Albert Lee, who said that the scale of demand for this gaming tablet had been a (pleasant) surprise. Image 1 of 3 (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) These tablet hybrid devices aren’t very affordable due to the complex and large (hence expensive) AMD chips, plus premium supporting components. However, markets like China, which had at first seemed reticent, suddenly became very keen for stock, according to Lee. The well publicized AI processing power of these Strix Halo platforms might have piqued the interest of ******** power users. This is good for Asus, and probably good for AMD’s plans to develop and sell similar – or even stronger – APUs. ROG Strix and Zephyrus (2025) gaming laptops We also saw and had some hands-on time with the Asus ROG Strix Scar 16, ROG Strix Scar 18, ROG Zephyrus G14, and ROG Zephyrus G16 – all 2025 models, of course. Across the board, these models feature the latest CPUs from AMD and Intel, as well as RTX 50 series graphics. The family will initially launch for those with the appetite and budget for higher-end devices. Thus, we will see RTX 5080 and RTX 5090 variants of these powerful laptops come first. For the best performance on the go, the thicker, heavier ROG Strix family is an easy choice. With one of these AniMe Matrix lid capped machines, you will enjoy CPUs up to 55W and GPUs with up to 175W TDPs. We were told that if a task required max CPU resources and wasn’t interested in GPU acceleration, the CPU would be able to run at a sustained 140W, with boosting up to 175W, too (manual mode). When gaming, users should expect the CPU to run at up to 80W, and the GPU at 175W, for a total platform max power of 255W. Image 1 of 5 (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) Our opened-up laptops and PCBs revealed some interesting features of the Strix laptops. These are really easy to get into, too, with a tool-less system reliant on a sliding latch which enables the bottom covers to be slid and popped off with very little effort. It was evident that the two different sized ROG Strix models shared the same PCB design, but they fit into the two different sized chassis thanks to the floating position of the I/O daughterboard on the left (looking down on an opened unit). The triple fan cooling system has the smallest fan approximately beneath the top of the trackpad/keyboard boundary to cool the chipset. To one side are the removable memory slots and an M.2 SSD slot, to the other another M.2 SSD slot (both are Q-latch). A sizable end-to-end vapor chamber unifies this cooling solution. Another interesting observation in the ROG laptops was the intrusion sensor design. With the easy detach bottom cover of the Strix Scar models, this might be a particularly good idea to prevent electronic damage through carelessness. In the images you can see a ****** foam ‘obelisk’ on the PCB, this is hollowed out and it encircles a light sensor. When the bottom cover is on, no light can get to the sensor, but when the cover is popped off and the sensor exposed it will initiate a system shutdown – if the user has forgotten to do this, or left the machine asleep, inadvertently. Image 1 of 3 (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) Moving along to the ROG Zephyrus refresh machines, and (as usual) these slim, attractive designs make a significant break from traditional gaming laptop aesthetics and builds. One could say they are more like a MacBook Pro or Dell XPS design, but they still offer gaming credentials – and this year’s Zephyrus machines pack in the latest and greatest silicon. Talking to Krohn about the new Zephyrus, it was highlighted that to deliver gaming laptops so sleek, compact, and light it was necessary to keep the number of watts the CPU and GPU can consume in check. This has always been the case for this line, and if purchasers aren’t happy with this compromise, they are directed to the ROG Strix line instead. Comparing the 16-inch Zephyrus and 16-inch Scar, for contrast, the Zephyrus is around one kilo (2.2 pounds) lighter, and less than half the volume of the Scar. Meanwhile, the Zephyrus G14 weighs about the same as an Apple MacBook Pro 14. Asus has a number of tricks up its sleeve that mean investing in higher spec GPU-equipped members of this gaming laptop family is still worthwhile. The new Zephyrus G14, equipped with an RTX 5080 (the highest spec at this size) makes use of liquid metal on the CPU and GPU for better thermals, though it still uses a heatpipe-based cooling system. The first new Zephyrus G16 machines with RTX 5080 or RTX 5090 laptop GPUs will feature a vapor chamber cooler. We aren’t sure whether the new RTX 5070 Ti machines will sit in the vapor chamber or heatpipe camp. Opening up these new Zephyrus units, we see a similar sight to the 2024 models. The G14 has a replaceable M.2 2280 SSD and Wi-Fi card, and the G16 improves on this with a welcome extra M.2 2280 slot for storage expansion. The design is very clean, making best use of the limited space in these slim devices. We asked about the specter of liquid metal run-off, or dry spots causing issues. The internet is full of discussions of this phenomenon. In answer, Krohn said that this was incredibly rare to see in RMA samples. Furthermore, we were told the appearance of tarnishing once the processor surfaces are exposed by a technician isn’t typically evidence of a dry spot, but a simple chemical reaction with some impurity that had found its way there. Asus insists it uses more than enough TIM to mean there will not be dry spots. Last but not least, those who think they have liquid metal-based issues are encouraged to contact Asus support, and not to loosen or remove the laptop’s heatsinks. Image 1 of 2 (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) Asus Q&A Asus ROG laptop executive Q&A Sascha Krohn, the Director of Technical Marketing at Asus, was happy to share some insight into his background, education, career – and more. Krohn was born in Germany, and you may be surprised to hear he didn’t study any computer technology related subject at university, concluding his studies after obtaining a joint degree in Biology and Spanish. Sensing his future was in tech, Krohn thought firing out emails at an assortment of computer companies was worth a shot. As luck would have it, AMD called back with an offer of a customer support role at its *** HQ. After his grounding at AMD, the young man returned to Germany to work for a memory firm, which became his springboard to a career and settled life in Taiwan. The current Technical Marketing head at Asus, moved to the sweet potato shaped silicon island in the mid-to-late 2000s to work for Foxconn and set up its Quantum Force components division. His fast-paced career path saw him then move between Lucid Logix, Cooler Master (3 years), and BitFenix (3 years). Thankfully, Krohn found an anchor at Asus, and has been there for over a decade. Now, he enjoys his position as Director of Technical Marketing, which is a rather wide-ranging position, as you might expect. (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) Krohn’s gaming PC’s of yore Krohn’s first remembered PC gaming experience was with a Compaq branded desktop upon which Prince of Persia was installed. The PC had a turbo button which doubled the digital clock speed readout, so we suspect it was an i486DX machine. However, the young Krohn preferred his ***** Master system for casual gaming. Later, PCs would become more attractive, and this was in the Pentium III era. Specifically, Krohn recalls purchasing a Pentium III 700e from MediaMarkt, which came with an ATI Rage graphics card of some kind. It wasn’t long before the young enthusiast overclocked this pre-built from 700 MHz to 1 GHz+, and upgraded to an Nvidia GPU, likely a TNT2 card. The first PC-DIY system that Krohn built himself from scratch was based on an AMD Athlon XP 1700+ processor, installed on an Epox motherboard. This system’s CPU could be overclocked from 1.5 to 2.3 GHz without huge effort or esoteric cooling. An Nvidia GeForce 4MX was also added for extra gaming horsepower. Krohn on the future of mobile computing It is always interesting to hear what a person in such a position at a major tech company identifies as future trends. Krohn wasn’t cagey about his predictions, and reckons that the coming year will see iGPUs get even more powerful – and these are increasingly popular in hot segment devices like the ROG Flow Z13 and ROG Ally. Source link #house #Asus #built #NUCs #powerful #laptops Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

West Coast defender Ryan Maric says young Eagles won’t be daunted by rare appearance at the MCG West Coast defender Ryan Maric says young Eagles won’t be daunted by rare appearance at the MCG West Coast defender Ryan Maric says the young Eagles won’t be daunted by the colosseum which is the MCG when they make a rare appearance at the iconic venue. Source link #West #Coast #defender #Ryan #Maric #young #Eagles #wont #daunted #rare #appearance #MCG Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Review – Memoriapolis (PC) | WayTooManyGames Review – Memoriapolis (PC) | WayTooManyGames WTMG’s Leo Faria: “I really tried to enjoy my time with Memoriapolis, especially with how good-looking it is, but constant soft locking scenarios and a lack of map variety resulted in me losing my interest with it fairly quickly. It’s out of Early Access now, so I truly expected it to have just a bit more content, maybe some randomly generated maps, and a less punishing lack of resources. I really love the premise, and wanted to witness the growth of tiny Roman village into an eighteenth century European powerhouse, but I guess it wasn’t meant to be. I’m hoping more content will be added further down the line, as there is potential for a good city builder to come out from here. As of now, however, I don’t think Memoriapolis is worth your time.” Source link #Review #Memoriapolis #WayTooManyGames Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene says she won't run for U.S. Senate – NBC News Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene says she won't run for U.S. Senate – NBC News Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene says she won’t run for U.S. Senate NBC NewsTrump ally Marjorie Taylor Greene says she won’t run for Senate while blasting Dems and fellow Republicans Fox NewsScoop: Kemp plans secret White House sortie for Georgia Senate pick AxiosTrump Tramples on MTG’s Dreams of a Senate Run The Daily BeastRepublicans fret about a possible Marjorie Taylor Greene run for Senate AJC.com Source link #Rep #Marjorie #Taylor #Greene #won039t #run #U.S #Senate #NBC #News Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Review – Spirit of the North 2 (PS5) | WayTooManyGames Review – Spirit of the North 2 (PS5) | WayTooManyGames WTMG’s Heidi Hawes: “I cannot stress enough just how much I enjoy Spirit of the North 2. It takes the all the strongest elements of the first game and builds upon them, while simultaneously eliminating the aspects that didn’t work as well before. It’s not without its share of flaws, but those are easily overlooked in favor the remarkable, wondrous adventure that lies before you. You don’t need to have played the first to enjoy Spirit of the North 2, so I would highly recommend this to anyone who is looking for their next mellow, exploration-based, puzzle game. Spirit of the North 2 is truly a diamond in the rough.” Source link #Review #Spirit #North #PS5 #WayTooManyGames Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Backstage News On Planned Main Event For Tonight's Episode Of WWE SmackDown – Wrestling Inc. Backstage News On Planned Main Event For Tonight's Episode Of WWE SmackDown – Wrestling Inc. Backstage News On Planned Main Event For Tonight’s Episode Of WWE SmackDown Wrestling Inc.SmackDown results, May 9, 2025:****** Orton tricks John Cena into a pre-Backlash RKO WWEWWE SmackDown Results, Winners, Live Grades, Reaction, Highlights Before Backlash ’25 Bleacher ReportWWE SmackDown results, highlights (May 9): ****** Orton stands tall over John Cena before Backlash Yahoo SportsWWE SmackDown Results 5/9 – Women’s Championship Number One Contenders Match, John Cena Appears Wrestling Inc. Source link #Backstage #News #Planned #Main #Event #Tonight039s #Episode #WWE #SmackDown #Wrestling Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Inside the salacious scandal that derailed Jeanine Pirro’s political career Inside the salacious scandal that derailed Jeanine Pirro’s political career Long before she was a Fox News host who pushed pro-Trump election conspiracy theories, Jeanine Pirro was an ambitious New York politician whose career stalled after she was recorded plotting to bug her then-husband’s boat to catch him in an affair. The revelation rocked Pirro’s campaign for New York attorney general nearly 20 years ago, resulting in days of front-page headlines in the city’s tabloids (“BUG THIS LOVE BOAT!” blared the Daily News cover). The conversation took place in 2005 between Pirro and the former commissioner of the New York Police Department, Bernard Kerik, a close ally of Rudy Giuliani’s. “What am I supposed to do, Bernie? Watch him f— her every night?” Pirro said, according to a transcript obtained by WNBC-TV’s Jonathan Dienst in 2006. “What am I supposed to do? I can go on the boat. I’ll put the f—–g thing on myself.” The incident is likely to receive renewed attention now that Pirro is President Donald Trump’s pick to be the interim U.S. attorney for Washington, D.C. Her selection came after the president withdrew the nomination of conservative activist Ed Martin, whose defense of Jan. 6 rioters was criticized by some Republican senators. In announcing Pirro as his choice for Martin’s replacement, Trump described her as “in a class by herself.” He’s right in one sense: No other U.S. attorney nominee is known to have come under federal investigation after being caught on tape scheming to catch a cheating spouse in the act. The U.S. attorney for the Southern District of New York confirmed the existence of an investigation into Pirro at the time, but no charges were brought. Pirro was the district attorney of Westchester County when she was caught on tape talking to Kerik, who was under investigation by the Bronx District Attorney’s Office. Suspicions of an affair According to WNBC, Pirro believed her then-husband, Albert Pirro, was using the family’s 26-foot boat — the Christie, named after the couple’s daughter — for ******* trysts with his then-mistress. Pirro appeared to grow frustrated that an employee of Kerik’s security firm was reluctant to plant a recording device on the vessel. “We can just simply say, if there is an issue, that I am redecorating it for our anniversary,” Pirro said, according to WNBC. “But Jeanine, I’m having the same problem with everybody,” Kerik allegedly replied. “Everybody is panic-stricken because it’s you. I’ve gone out on a limb. I had two other people looking at this. It’s a problem.” At a press conference after the WNBC report came out, an emotional Pirro insisted that no recording device was placed on the boat and blasted the federal probe as a “waste of taxpayer money.” “I said a lot of things, but what matters is what I did and didn’t do — and what I did was vent,” said Pirro, who was running for state attorney general at the time. Jeanine Pirro in New York City in 2006. (ZUMA Press, Inc. / Alamy) Two months after the revelation of the tapes, she lost the race for state Attorney General to future Gov. Andrew Cuomo in a landslide, marking the end of her political career. What happened over the next two decades is well known. Pirro became a TV star and one of Trump’s most ardent defenders. In 2020, she repeatedly pushed conspiracy theories on her Fox News show about Trump’s election loss. In the course of litigation filed by Dominion Voting Systems, it was revealed that Pirro’s executive producers sent a blunt assessment of one of her monologues to higher-ups: “This is completely crazy.” Pirro’s evolution from a once-lauded district attorney to an election-denying Trump booster mirrors the trajectory of other MAGA figures, most notably Giuliani. Douglas Muzzio, a retired Baruch College political science professor with extensive knowledge of New York politics, said he finds it “unfathomable” that Pirro is now on a path to helm one of the country’s most important federal prosecutor’s offices. “If you would have told me 20 years ago, or even 15 years ago, that she would be in the position she’s being put in now, I wouldn’t believe it,” Muzzio said. “There were many more people who I was familiar with by reputation who deserved the job more in terms of qualifications than Pirro.” Harrison Fields, a White House spokesperson, called Pirro a “highly respected and accomplished attorney and judge” who “is dedicated to President Trump’s agenda to restore safety and justice in our nation’s capital.” Attorney General Pam Bondi described Pirro as a “fearless advocate for the rule of law” and said she’s “thrilled to have her on our team at the Department of Justice as we make America safe again.” Kerik did not respond to a request for comment. Former NYPD Commissioner Bernard Kerik in New York City in 2024. (Steve Sanchez / Sipa USA via AP file) Rising GOP star A decade before the release of the tapes, Pirro was seen as a rising star in the Republican Party. She was the first woman to be elected as a judge, in 1990, and district attorney in Westchester County, in 1993. Her telegenic appearance and distinctive speaking voice made her a natural on TV. She developed a reputation as an aggressive prosecutor and twice won re-election. But she was dogged by reports of mob ties and forced to deal with a stream of scandals involving her former husband. Albert Pirro, a wealthy businessman and GOP fundraiser, was convicted of conspiracy and tax evasion charges in 2000 and sentenced to 29 months in federal prison. The trial shed light on the couple’s lavish lifestyle, the Daily News reported at the time, in which Albert Pirro “wrote off vacation home repairs, country club dues, paintings, luxury cars” — including two Ferraris — “and a fence for the family’s **** pot-bellied pigs.” Five years later, the Daily News published a report that a top lieutenant in the Gambino crime family was caught on an FBI wiretap claiming Albert Pirro had discussed one of his wife’s pending cases with a mob associate. Federal prosecutors in Manhattan investigated the claim, but no charges were brought. Albert Pirro denied that such a conversation ever took place, and Jeanine Pirro told the Daily News in May 2005: “I was surprised. It seemed incredible.” Three months later, in August 2005, Pirro announced that she would seek the Republican nomination for Senate, challenging then-Sen. Hillary Clinton. Days later, her fledgling campaign was dealt a blow when the Daily News reported that six donors with ties to organized crime had written nearly $12,000 in campaign checks to her since 2003. “We will take a look at the facts and make the appropriate decisions on a case-by-case basis,” her campaign spokesperson said at the time. But those scandals paled in comparison to the Kerik conversation tapes. Kerik’s phone was bugged as part of an investigation into accepting free renovations to his apartment from a contractor with alleged mob links while he was the commissioner of the New York City Corrections Department. He ultimately pleaded guilty to two misdemeanors. After the transcript of his phone call with Pirro was leaked, Kerik’s lawyer, Joseph Tacopina, told the Daily News: “Bernie spoke to a friend in distress regarding a domestic conflict. Nothing ******** was discussed and nothing ******** was done.” At the time, Pirro’s husband issued a statement through his attorney: “Al Pirro is outraged at the conduct of the U.S. attorney in launching a federal investigation into a private marital dispute.” Pirro separated from her husband in 2007. He was pardoned by Trump in 2021. Trump also pardoned Kerik after the former commissioner served three years in prison on federal charges of tax fraud and making false statements. In her conversation with Kerik, Pirro lamented how her then-husband was impacting her political career. Without him, she said, “I move into the governor’s mansion.” This article was originally published on NBCNews.com Source link #salacious #scandal #derailed #Jeanine #Pirros #political #career Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

Donovan Mitchell joins LeBron James in Cavaliers history after another masterful playoff performance – CBS Sports Donovan Mitchell joins LeBron James in Cavaliers history after another masterful playoff performance – CBS Sports Donovan Mitchell joins LeBron James in Cavaliers history after another masterful playoff performance CBS SportsBanged-up Cavs get tough, win ‘now or never’ G3 ESPNCavaliers vs. Pacers highlights: Donovan Mitchell leads Cavs to Game 3 win USA TodayCleveland Cavs score in NBA playoffs | Donovan Mitchell leads Cavaliers to Game 3 win Akron Beacon JournalDonovan Mitchell needed help. The Cavaliers got healthy and gave it to him. The Washington Post Source link #Donovan #Mitchell #joins #LeBron #James #Cavaliers #history #masterful #playoff #performance #CBS #Sports Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Cop killer dies after ‘botched’ firing squad execution; witness in the room reveals how it happened Cop killer dies after ‘botched’ firing squad execution; witness in the room reveals how it happened An inmate put to death last month in South Carolina’s second firing squad execution was conscious and likely in extreme pain for up to a minute after the bullets missed their target, attorneys allege. Dr. Jonathan Arden, a forensic pathologist hired by Mikal Mahdi’s attorneys, alleged that the execution on April 11 was a “massive botch” after he completed an analysis of the autopsy findings, according to the pathologist’s report, which was filed Thursday with a letter to the state Supreme Court. The lawsuit challenges the legal precedent set in Owens v. Stirling—that firing squads are humane if properly carried out—by alleging that Mahdi’s execution amounted to “cruel and unusual punishment” in violation of the Eighth Amendment. Mahdi, 42, was convicted in the 2004 killings of an off-duty police officer in Calhoun County, South Carolina, and a convenience store clerk in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. He was sentenced to death for the ******* of the officer and life in prison for the clerk’s *******. Mikal Mahdi, South Carolina Inmate Convicted In Two Seperate 2004 Murders, Executed By Firing Squad Mikal Mahdi, 41, was executed on April 11 at 6 p.m. at a prison in Columbia. Arden’s analysis alleged that only two bullets struck Mahdi, both low in the torso and well below the heart, contradicting protocol which requires three shots to the heart for rapid death. Read On The Fox News App “The shooters missed the intended target area and the evidence indicates that he was struck by only two bullets, not the prescribed three. Consequently, the nature of the internal injuries from the gunshot wounds resulted in a more prolonged death process,” Arden said. The partial damage to Mahdi’s heart allowed continued circulation, leading Arden to determine that Mahdi likely remained conscious for up to 60 seconds after being shot. Witnesses to the execution, according to The AP, heard Mahdi cry out as the shots were fired, groan again some 45 seconds later and let out one last low moan just before he appeared to draw his final breath at 75 seconds. Arden also criticized the autopsy for lacking essential documentation, such as x-rays, clothing examination and adequate photographs. Condemned Sc Man’s Case About ‘Appropriate Punishment’ As He Awaits ‘Inhumane’ Firing Squad Execution: Lawyer He said that Mahdi’s execution failed to meet medical and constitutional standards for a humane death. In contrast, the autopsy on Brad Sigmon, the first man killed by firing squad in the Palmetto State, showed three distinct bullet wounds and his heart was obliterated, Arden said. He added that the autopsy report in that case included X-rays, adequate photos and a cursory examination of his clothes. Prison officials have given no indication that there were problems with Mahdi’s execution. A shield law keeps many details private, including the training and methods used by the firing squad. This photo provided by the South Carolina Department of Corrections shows the state’s death chamber in Columbia, S.C., including the electric chair, right, and a firing squad chair, left. In the official autopsy report, pathologist Dr. Bradley Marcus wrote that the reason there were only two wounds is that one could have been caused by two bullets entering the body at the same spot. Marcus said he spoke to an unnamed prison official who reported that when the three volunteer firing squad members practice, sometimes their targets end up with just one or two holes from three live rounds. Second South Carolina Inmate Chooses Execution By Firing Squad Arden called that virtually unheard of in his 40 years of examining bodies and said Marcus told him in a conversation that the possibility was remote. The autopsy found damage in only one of the four chambers of Mahdi’s heart — the right ventricle. There was extensive damage to his liver and pancreas as the bullets continued down. “The entrance wounds were at the lowest area of the chest, just above the border with the abdomen, which is an area not largely overlying the heart,” Arden wrote. Orangeburg Department of Public Safety Capt. James Myers, 56, was violently murdered by Mikal Mahdi on July 18, 2004, at a shed on his property. Mahdi was sentenced to death in 2006 after he admitted to killing off-duty Orangeburg Department of Public Safety Capt. James Myers, 56, on his property on July 18, 2004. Myers had been shot at least eight times and his body was burned when his wife found him in their shed, which was near a gas station where Mahdi attempted to purchase gas with a stolen credit card. He left a vehicle he had carjacked in Columbia at the gas station and was later arrested in Florida while driving Myers’ unmarked police truck. Mahdi also admitted to murdering convenience clerk Christopher Boggs three days before he killed Myers. Boggs was shot in the head twice while checking Mahdi’s ID, according to The AP. The Associated Press contributed to this report. Original article source: Cop killer dies after ‘botched’ firing squad execution; witness in the room reveals how it happened Source link #Cop #killer #dies #botched #firing #squad #execution #witness #room #reveals #happened Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Pakistan launches missiles after saying India targeted bases – DW Pakistan launches missiles after saying India targeted bases – DW Pakistan launches missiles after saying India targeted bases DWPakistan launches fresh military action, claiming India hit its military bases CNNRafiqui, Murid, Rawalpindi: How India Chose Which Pak Airbases To Strike NDTVIndia-Pakistan Live: Pakistan launches Bunyan Marsoos; blasts in Kashmir Al JazeeraIndia and Pakistan step up military strikes amid calls to de-escalate Reuters Source link #Pakistan #launches #missiles #India #targeted #bases Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Metcalf sinks Dragons to put Warriors in NRL top two Metcalf sinks Dragons to put Warriors in NRL top two The Warriors are off to their best start to a season in more than 20 years, going second on the ladder after Luke Metcalf kicked them to a 15-14 NRL win over St George Illawarra. After the Warriors let a 14-0 early, they looked set to be the fourth team to fall victim to a comeback in two days on Saturday night in Wollongong. But while the Dragons got the score back level with 28 minutes left, Metcalf proved the difference as the 26-year-old’s breakthrough season continued. With 10 minutes to play, the half seemingly caught the Dragons unaware when he nailed a field goal from 25 metres out with no kick pressure to put the Warriors up. Valentine Holmes then had a shot to level it for the Dragons with five minutes to go from 30 metres out, but struck it poorly to the right of the posts. Holmes then had a chance to take another shot from long range, but instead ran the ball and grubber-kicked ahead but failed to regather. The Warriors’ win came despite the Dragons scoring more tries, with Metcalf’s kicking off the tee also proving the difference. Considered among the contenders for the wooden spoon before the season started, the Warriors are now clear in second spot ahead of Canberra. It marks the first time they have been in the NRL’s top two in round 10 or later since 2002, while their 7-2 start is also the equal best in the club’s history. And Metcalf has been behind much of that, leading the Warriors into life without retired halfback Shaun Johnson. The No.7 got the Warriors’ first try on Saturday, dummying his way through Luciano Leilua and Lyhkan King-Togia to score after impressive lead up play from Erin Clark. After the Dragons bombed a try from a Clint Gutherson break on the previous set, the Warriors made them pay when Taine Tauapiki scored off a Metcalf kick. The half also had a role in the Warriors’ next, when his cross-field kick was inch perfect and Taine Tuaupiki capitalised in the corner. And while the Dragons mounted a comeback, it was the Warriors’ game management under Metcalf that ultimately won out in the end. For the Dragons, it is a case of the same old story after three wins from their opening nine games. They did well to get back into the contest with a hot start to the second half, and looked like they had all the momentum when Corey Allan levelled the scores. But this is the third game this year the Dragons haven’t got it right at the death, despite axing Lachlan Ilias and bringing in Lyhkan King-Togia at No.7 a fortnight ago. It also marked the second time this year they have lost a game after failing to put pressure on a field goal kicker, after their round-two loss to South Sydney. Source link #Metcalf #sinks #Dragons #put #Warriors #NRL #top Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

India’s monsoon rains to arrive early, brightening outlook for crops India’s monsoon rains to arrive early, brightening outlook for crops By Mayank Bhardwaj NEW DELHI (Reuters) -Monsoon rains are expected to hit India’s southern coast on May 27, five days earlier than usual, marking the earliest arrival in at least five years, the weather office said, raising hopes for bumper harvests of crops such as rice, corn, and soybean. The monsoon, the lifeblood of the country’s $4 trillion economy, delivers nearly 70% of the rain that India needs to water farms and recharge aquifers and reservoirs. Nearly half of India’s farmland, without any irrigation cover, depends on the annual June-September rains to grow a number of crops. Forecasts of early and abundant monsoon rains are expected to alleviate concerns about potential risks to food supplies amid the current military conflict between India, the world’s most populous nation, and its neighbour Pakistan. Summer rains usually begin to lash the southernmost coasts of Kerala state around June 1 and spread across the whole country by mid-July, triggering the planting of crops such as rice, corn, cotton, soybeans, and sugarcane. The monsoon onset over Kerala is likely to be on May 27, with a model error of plus/minus four days, the India Meteorological Department said on Saturday. Last year, the monsoon reached the coast of Kerala on May 30, and overall summer rains were the highest since 2020, helping the country recover from a drought of 2023. The India Meteorological Department last month forecast above-average monsoon rains for the second straight year in 2025. The department defines average or normal rainfall as ranging between 96% and 104% of a 50-year average of 87 cm (35 inches) for the four-month season. Early monsoon rains will encourage farmers in India, the world’s largest rice exporter, to start planting earlier. Reuters reported last week that a bumper crop would limit any rebound in global rice prices this year. (Reporting by Mayank Bhardwaj; Editing by Muralikumar Anantharaman) Source link #Indias #monsoon #rains #arrive #early #brightening #outlook #crops Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Pakistan minister denies nuclear body meeting after offensive launched on India – CNBC Pakistan minister denies nuclear body meeting after offensive launched on India – CNBC Pakistan minister denies nuclear body meeting after offensive launched on India CNBCPakistan defence minister: no meeting of government top nuclear body is scheduled ReutersPakistan’s PM says its response to India ‘avenged the blood of innocent lives’ The Times of Israel‘We have avenged the blood of innocents,’ Pakistan’s PM says after striking India The TelegraphPakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif calls National Command Authority meeting, body that oversees nuclear arsenal Times of India Source link #Pakistan #minister #denies #nuclear #body #meeting #offensive #launched #India #CNBC Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Trump administration considering suspending habeas corpus – BBC Trump administration considering suspending habeas corpus – BBC Trump administration considering suspending habeas corpus BBCTop White House adviser Stephen Miller says ‘we’re actively looking at’ suspending due process for migrants NBC NewsTrump involved in discussions over suspending habeas corpus, sources say CNNTrump administration ‘looking at’ suspending habeas corpus for migrants, Stephen Miller says CNBCWATCH: Stephen Miller says Trump administration is ‘actively looking at’ suspending habeas corpus PBS Source link #Trump #administration #suspending #habeas #corpus #BBC Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

WAFL 2025: Wasteful East Fremantle dominate Perth to claim 50-point win WAFL 2025: Wasteful East Fremantle dominate Perth to claim 50-point win A wayward East Fremantle have kept the pressure on East Perth at the top of the WAFL ladder after a dominant 50-point victory over Perth at The Good Grocer Park. Source link #WAFL #Wasteful #East #Fremantle #dominate #Perth #claim #50point #win Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

We were probably just hit by an out-of-control spacecraft, experts say – The Independent We were probably just hit by an out-of-control spacecraft, experts say – The Independent We were probably just hit by an out-of-control spacecraft, experts say The IndependentFailed Soviet Venus probe Kosmos 482 is expected to fall to Earth tonight, but when and where? Here’s what we know SpaceSoviet Kosmos 482 spacecraft crashes into an unknown site on Earth NBC NewsTrack Soviet Spacecraft Cosmos 482 Reentry And Its Imminent ****** ForbesA half-ton Soviet-era spacecraft stuck in orbit for 53 years is expected to make an uncontrolled plunge back to Earth any day now. Yahoo Source link #hit #outofcontrol #spacecraft #experts #Independent Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Man charged with Manor House ******* and robbery of 87-year-old Man charged with Manor House ******* and robbery of 87-year-old A man has been charged with ******* and robbery after an 87-year-old died in north London. Emergency services were called to Goodchild Road in Manor House at about 18:00 BST on Tuesday, where the elderly man was found and taken to hospital with fatal injuries. Peter Augustine, 58, from Hornsey, was arrested on Thursday and remains in police custody. He is due to appear at Willesden Magistrates’ Court later. Source link #Man #charged #Manor #House #******* #robbery #87yearold Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Thunderbirds clip Firebirds' wings in Super showdown Thunderbirds clip Firebirds' wings in Super showdown Two-time champions Adelaide are back in the winner’s circle, running away with a 62-53 win over the Queensland Firebirds, who have now lost three straight. Source link #Thunderbirds #clip #Firebirds039 #wings #Super #showdown Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

China's factory-gate deflation deepens as trade war bites – Yahoo Finance China's factory-gate deflation deepens as trade war bites – Yahoo Finance China’s factory-gate deflation deepens as trade war bites Yahoo FinanceChina’s Consumer Deflation Extends as Tariffs Take Toll Bloomberg.comLong the ‘factory of the world,’ China is now experiencing its own ‘China shock’ The Christian Science MonitorThe Bubble Blasters and Other ******** Goods That Are Paralyzed by Trade Chaos WSJChina’s gig economy could help it survive the trade war The Economist Source link #China039s #factorygate #deflation #deepens #trade #war #bites #Yahoo #Finance Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]