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DNC Members Elect New Slate of DNC Officers – Democrats.org DNC Members Elect New Slate of DNC Officers – Democrats.org DNC Members Elect New Slate of DNC Officers Democrats.orgDemocrats Choose a Political Operator From Minnesota as Their New Leader The New York TimesDemocrats elect new chair who branded Trump a ‘traitor’ as party aims to rebound from disastrous 2024 election Fox NewsDemocratic National Committee Votes on New Leadership C-SPAN Source link #DNC #Members #Elect #Slate #DNC #Officers #Democrats.org Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Dollar General Just Announced a Big Grocery Change That Will Impact Shoppers Dollar General Just Announced a Big Grocery Change That Will Impact Shoppers Credit: William A. Morgan/Shutterstock Credit: William A. Morgan/Shutterstock This article may contain affiliate links that Yahoo and/or the publisher may receive a commission from if you buy a product or service through those links. If you’re a regular at Dollar General, you’ll want to pay attention because your next trip could be more exciting. Over the next few months, the store will start adding hundreds of new grocery items to its shelves. Dollar General — known for its affordable home cleaning supplies, kitchen gems, adorable trinkets, and over-the-counter medications — has long offered a limited selection of food like grains, vinegar, and nuts. Now, the discount retailer is expanding its Clover Valley brand to offer an even wider range of options, making it a stronger contender in the grocery market. Dollar General announced this update in a press release on January 23, 2025. The company revealed that shoppers can look forward to a variety of new grocery items, including blue cheese, honey mustard salad dressing, apple cinnamon fruit and grain bars, caramel and vanilla coffee syrups, 100% white grape peach juice, sugar-free breakfast syrup, cinnamon rolls, biscuits, and eight different flavors of ice cream. Although Dollar General offers over 2,000 products priced at $1, the retailer has long adopted a multi-price point strategy to provide shoppers with a wider variety of products. “Our customers can’t afford to make a mistake when shopping,” Angela Martin, the vice president of consumer insights and branding at Dollar Tree, said in a press release. “They need the value that our private brands offer, but with the assurance that the products will meet or exceed their quality expectation. Customers don’t want to feel like they are settling.” Shopper demand was a key factor behind Dollar General’s decision to expand its grocery offerings. “With more than half of our customers’ baskets having at least one private brand item, we are proud to make significant investments in our private brands, bringing even more on-trend products and pantry staples to shelves,” Emily Taylor, the executive vice president and chief merchandising officer at Dollar General, said in a press release. Dollar General says these new food items will begin appearing on shelves in the first quarter of 2025, so you can expect to see a lot more grocery items in its stores over the next few months. The One Cookware Brand That Gordon Ramsay Can’t Stop Talking About Do Water Filters Really Work — And Which Ones Are the Best? Tuscan Chicken Is the “Most Delicious” Dinner of All Time, Says Everyone Who’s Tried It Sign up for The Kitchn’s Daily newsletter to receive our best recipes, posts, and shopping tips in your inbox. Source link #Dollar #General #Announced #Big #Grocery #Change #Impact #Shoppers Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Benavidez outslugs Morrell, adds secondary title – ESPN Benavidez outslugs Morrell, adds secondary title – ESPN Benavidez outslugs Morrell, adds secondary title ESPNDavid Benavidez overcomes late knockdown to beat David Morrell in early Fight of the Year contender Yahoo SportsDavid Benavidez Vs. David Morrell Results: Winner And Reaction ForbesWho is on David Benavidez vs David Morrell fight card? Full undercard including Isaac Cruz TennesseanDavid Benavidez vs. David Morrell Jr. fight prediction, odds, undercard, start time, preview, where to watch CBS Sports Source link #Benavidez #outslugs #Morrell #adds #secondary #title #ESPN Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Mary Fowler double in vain as Man City lose to Arsenal Mary Fowler double in vain as Man City lose to Arsenal Mary Fowler’s brilliant run of form has continued for Manchester City with another two goals – but her double still proved in vain as they succumbed 4-3 at home to Arsenal in the Women’s Super League. In a match where Arsenal’s own two Matildas, Kyra Cooney-Cross and Steph Catley, were also in the thick of all the drama, their Australia teammate Fowler made it five goals and three assists in her last five WSL games on Sunday. She twice dragged her side back into a thrilling contest at City’s Academy Stadium, but eventually her 20th minute header and coolly taken second-half penalty weren’t enough as the home defence let them down in a battle between two of league leaders Chelsea’s closest pursuers. A chaotic contest began crazily when Arsenal went ahead through Mariona Caldentey in just 42 seconds after Laia Aleixandri got calamitously caught in possession just outside her own box. Then Cooney-Cross, Arsenal’s *********** midfield creator, curled in a delicious free-kick that Lotte Wubben-Moy headed home to put the visitors two up after just eight minutes. Fowler struck with a rare headed goal in the far post, expertly nodding home Aoba Fujino’s cross from the right, before Arsenal’s former striker Vivianne Miedema drew City level minutes into the second half. A minute later, Arsenal were back in front through Frida Maanum but their joy was short-lived when Matildas’ captain Catley was adjudged to have brought down Fujino in the penalty box. Catley protested – correctly – that the foul had occurred outside the area, but it was a gift for Fowler, who then comfortably handled the pressure of the 55th minute spot kick as she slotted home the equaliser. City brought on star striker Khadija Shaw, seeking a winner, but Arsenal finished the stronger, with Swedish international Stina Blackstenius latching on to Beth Mead’s low cross to seal a deserved win for the visitors. Source link #Mary #Fowler #double #vain #Man #City #lose #Arsenal Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Syria’s interim president lands in Saudi Arabia on first trip abroad, likely a signal to Iran Syria’s interim president lands in Saudi Arabia on first trip abroad, likely a signal to Iran DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Syria’s interim president made his first trip abroad Sunday, traveling to Saudi Arabia in a move likely trying to signal Damascus’ shift away from Iran as its main regional ally. Ahmad al-Sharaa, who was once aligned with al-Qaida, landed in Riyadh alongside his government’s foreign minister, Asaad al-Shaibani. The two men traveled on a Saudi jet, with a Saudi flag visible on the table behind them. Saudi state television trumpeted the fact that al-Sharaa, first known internationally by the nom de guerre Abu Mohammed al-Golani, made Riyadh his first destination. Trusted news and daily delights, right in your inbox See for yourself — The Yodel is the go-to source for daily news, entertainment and feel-good stories. Syria’s new three-star, tricolor flag flew next to Saudi Arabia’s own at the airport as al-Sharaa in a suit and tie walked off the plane. He later met with a smiling Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, the kingdom’s de facto ruler, at al-Yamamah Palace in Riyadh. Neither nation offered an immediate readout of their conversation. Saudi Arabia had been among the Arab nations that poured money into insurgent groups that tried to topple President Bashar Assad after Syria’s 2011 Arab Spring protests turned into a bloody crackdown. However, its groups found themselves beaten back as Assad, supported by Iran and Russia, fought the war into a stalemate in Syria. That changed with the December lightning offensive led by al-Sharaa’s Hayat Tahrir al-Sham. The group was once affiliated with al-Qaida but has since denounced its former ties. Al-Sharaa and HTS have carefully managed their public image in the time since, with the interim president favoring an olive-colored military look similar to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, appointing women to roles and trying to maintain ties to Syria’s Christian and Shiite Alawite populations. That also includes keeping both Iran and Russia largely at arms’ length as well. Iran has yet to reopen its embassy in Damascus, which had been a key node in running operations through its self-described “Axis of Resistance,” including Assad’s Syria, Lebanon’s Hezbollah militia and other partners. Iranian state media noted the trip to Saudi Arabia, a longtime regional rival with which it struck a ********-mediated détente in 2023, without acknowledging its own challenges in Syria. Russia, meanwhile, would like to maintain access to air and sea bases it has in Syria, but took in Assad when he fled Syria during the advance. Those moves appear aimed at reassuring the West and trying to get crippling sanctions lifted on Syria. Rebuilding the country after over a decade of war will likely cost hundreds of billions of dollars, not to mention the cost of covering the needs of Syria’s people, millions of whom remain impoverished. Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan visited Damascus in January and said Riyadh has been “actively engaging in dialogue” to lift sanctions on Syria. Saudi Arabia, unlike Al-Sharaa’s key allies in Turkey and Qatar, restored ties with Assad in 2023 alongside most of the Arab world. Getting sanctions lifted could go a long way in cementing their relationship. Before al-Sharaa’s trip, he hosted Qatar’s ruling emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, in Damascus as his first foreign head of state. Meanwhile, Syria’s interim government still faces challenges from the Islamic State group and other militants in the country. On Saturday, a car bomb exploded in Manbij, a city in Syria’s Aleppo governorate, killing four civilians and wounding nine, SANA reported, citing civil defense officials. Turkish-backed Syrian rebels had seized Manbij in December, part of a push by Ankara to secure Syrian territory close to its border for a buffer zone. —— Associated Press writer Kareem Chehayeb in Beirut contributed to this report. Source link #Syrias #interim #president #lands #Saudi #Arabia #trip #signal #Iran Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

Gurman: Apple launching new iCloud service as soon as this week, codenamed "Confetti" – 9to5Mac Gurman: Apple launching new iCloud service as soon as this week, codenamed "Confetti" – 9to5Mac Gurman: Apple launching new iCloud service as soon as this week, codenamed “Confetti” 9to5MacApple prepares to launch Confetti calendar invite system at employees for testing AppleInsiderApple reportedly launching new iCloud service as soon as this week, codenamed “Confetti” The Apple PostApple’s iCloud-based event planning service could launch this week Cult of MacApple May Launch New iCloud Feature Codenamed ‘Confetti’ This Week MacRumors Source link #Gurman #Apple #launching #iCloud #service #week #codenamed #quotConfettiquot #9to5Mac Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Pokemon TCG Pocket’s Trading feature is changing after fan backlash Pokemon TCG Pocket’s Trading feature is changing after fan backlash Pokemon TCG Pocket’s controversial trading feature is changing following fan backlash. This week, Pokemon TCG Pocket added trading, allowing players to swap cards. In order to trade cards, players need two new items: trade tokens and trade hourglasses. They can only trade cards with a rarity of 1-4 diamonds or 1 star, and trades have to be the same rarity. However, these restrictions have been met with criticism from some fans, who argue that the limitations on trading are confusing and require too much effort to trade cards. Now, in a statement, publisher Creatures Inc has said that following fan feedback, the system will be changed. “Since releasing the first iteration of the trading feature a few days ago, we have received a large number of comments. Thank you all for sharing your feedback. “The item requirements and restrictions implemented for the trading feature were designed to prevent abuse from bots and other prohibited actions using multiple accounts. Our goal was to balance the game while preserving the fun of collecting cards that are core to the Pokemon TCG pocket experience. “However, thanks to your feedback, we understand some of the restrictions put in place are preventing players from being able to casually enjoy the feature as intended. We are actively investigating ways to improve the feature to address these concerns. Going forward, we also plan to offer multiple ways to obtain trade tokens including through event distributions.” Players who log in to the game currently will receive enough trade tokens for a free trade of the highest tier of card. It’s unclear how the system will change. Pokémon TCG Pocket was released in late October 2024 and got off to an impressive start, reportedly passing $120 million dollars in earnings in its first two weeks. The mobile game, which was developed by The Pokemon Company and DENA, allows players to virtually collect Pokémon cards, as well as battle them against other players. Source link #Pokemon #TCG #Pockets #Trading #feature #changing #fan #backlash Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

L.A. wildfire victims face financial anxiety amid recovery L.A. wildfire victims face financial anxiety amid recovery Homes burn above Pacific Coast Highway during the Palisades Fire on Jan. 8, 2025, in Pacific Palisades, Calif. Photo by Jeff Gritchen/MediaNews Group/Orange County Register via Getty Images Alicia Kalvin awoke the morning of Jan. 7 to an urgent text from a friend: “There’s a fire on your street.” She hurried outside, alarmed to see red skies and low-flying planes dumping water. “I have to get out of here,” thought Kalvin, 53, who lives in the Pacific Palisades of Los Angeles. Back inside, she glanced out the bathroom window and saw a hellish scene unfolding. It was a neighbor’s house engulfed in flames, embers spewing into her own yard. Kalvin frantically threw on clothing. She grabbed her purse, her dog, a can of dog food and her mother’s ashes before fleeing her childhood home. She didn’t get an evacuation warning. Flames licked the hills of the Los Angeles enclave as Kalvin drove away. She says she’s had nightmares ever since. Three days later, she returned to the area with a police *******. “I promised myself I wouldn’t look, but of course I looked,” said Kalvin. “It looks like 10 nuclear bombs went off. The whole neighborhood was just leveled — markets, churches, schools. It looked like a war zone.” A mobile home park is destroyed during the Palisades Fire on Jan. 8, 2025. Jeff Gritchen/MediaNews Group/Orange County Register via Getty Images In one sense, Kalvin is lucky because her home, somehow, is still standing. But questions about her financial future abound — as they do for thousands of L.A. residents whose lives were upended by the recent wildfires. There’s significant damage to Kalvin’s home. Some sections of the exterior, including the roof, are scorched; the landscaping and artificial lawn are destroyed; the interior smells of smoke; and ash, blown in through broken windows, blankets the hallways, Kalvin said. She’s trying to untangle what her home insurance policy — the California FAIR plan, the state’s insurer of last resort, which steps in when residents can’t obtain coverage elsewhere — might cover. “I’m very concerned at how much I’m going to have to spend if and when I fix up this house,” said Kalvin, who is single and doesn’t have kids. “Because insurance won’t cover everything.” Even before the Palisades Fire, Kalvin faced financial challenges. Work has dried up in Hollywood in recent years; Kalvin — an educator hired to teach child actors on television, movie and commercial sets — has had trouble finding gigs. She collects unemployment some weeks and funds income shortfalls with savings originally earmarked for retirement. “My future is very up in the air,” she said. “And the uncertainty is very unsettling.” ‘There are no answers right now’ Patrick O’Neal sifts through the remains of his home after it was destroyed by the Palisades wildfire, in Malibu, California, Jan. 13, 2025. Brandon Bell | Getty Images The recent wildfires that erupted in Greater Los Angeles — fueled by hurricane-force winds and exceptionally dry conditions, exacerbated by climate change — are estimated to be among the costliest in U.S. history. They’ve killed at least 29 people. AccuWeather estimates the blazes caused more than $250 billion in total damage and economic loss. S&P Global Ratings projects the L.A. fires will cause roughly $40 billion of insured losses. That sum would exceed the roughly $13 billion of the Camp Fire in Paradise, Calif., in 2018, which was the costliest blaze in U.S. history. “There are all sorts of costs associated with a disaster,” said Andrew Rumbach, a senior fellow at the Urban Institute who studies household risk to natural hazards and climate change. “They pile up, and many Americans don’t have a [financial] cushion to rely on,” Rumbach said. “Our main way of dealing with that as an economy is going into debt. That lingers for a long time.” The fires, largely contained, were still burning as of Thursday. The blazes — the largest being the Palisades and Eaton Fires — have scorched more than 50,000 acres, an area exceeding the size of San Francisco, and destroyed more than 16,000 structures. Most of those structures have been residential houses, S&P Global Ratings analysts wrote in a recent note. The disaster pushed thousands of L.A. residents into one of the nation’s most expensive housing markets overnight. They were left with countless financial questions, compounding deep emotional scars: Considerations like where to live, how to clean up, whether to rebuild — and how to afford it all. “Individuals are dealing with insurance, mortgages, the replacement cost of belongings, temporary housing,” said Sam Bakhshandehpour, 49, who’s lived in the Pacific Palisades for 13 years. “There are lots of near- and long-term variables and frankly there are no answers right now.” I’m very concerned at how much I’m going to have to spend if and when I fix up this house. Because insurance won’t cover everything. Alicia Kalvin Pacific Palisades resident Bakhshandehpour, an investment banker turned restaurateur, said the extent of damage to his home is unclear. He wants to continue living in the Palisades, which he calls an “oasis” in L.A. — but acknowledges cleanup of debris and toxic materials and repair to local infrastructure “could be years.” Indeed, the recovery ******* for L.A. residents could be two to five years or longer, Rumbach estimates. Some residents may never be able to move back. “Even if there is a desire on the part of the homeowners [to rebuild], it is unclear as to whether the land will be re-zoned such that it can no longer be developed,” according to S&P Global Ratings. A ‘massive’ financial drain Bakhshandehpour was able to find an unfurnished apartment in the interim. But furnishing a home from scratch has been a “massive” financial drain, he said. There are some financial backstops that can help allay such displacement costs. For example, victims may qualify for FEMA assistance. Applicants can get up to $770 upfront for basic needs like food and shelter while the government vets their application for more aid, potentially worth tens of thousands of dollars. During a state of emergency, California law also requires home insurers to issue a cash advance worth at least 30% of a policyholder’s “dwelling” insurance limit, up to $250,000, without filing an itemized claim. They must also advance at least four months of coverage for living expenses. “There is no comparison to the dollars you get from a home insurance policy,” said Amy Bach, executive director of United Policyholders, a nonprofit consumer advocacy group. “It has long been the most important source of funds to repair and rebuild, much more than any government program, for the vast majority of people.” Some insurers are paying policyholders even more than the law demands, Ricardo Lara, the California insurance commissioner, said Jan. 23. However, others “are not adhering” to those consumer protections, Lara said. Only a ‘ghost town hellscape’ remains Melted lawn chairs are seen near the remains of a burnt home after the Palisades Fire. Agustin Paullier | Afp | Getty Images The rules on advance insurance payments only apply for policyholders with a “total loss.” But Julia Pollak’s home is considered a “partial” loss. Her insurer, State Farm, paid a $15,000 advance on the home’s contents and also authorized coverage for two months of living expenses. Both amounts are less than guarantees for those with a total loss. Her house, in the Marquez Knolls part of the Pacific Palisades, is damaged but still standing — a white home now surrounded by “wasteland,” she said. “There’s a row of seven houses standing. All the rest are gone,” said Pollak, a labor economist. “My house now looks out on a ghost town hellscape.” She and her family — a husband and four kids, including a newborn — are in limbo in many respects. For one, the insurance proceeds they’ve received so far aren’t enough to commit to a long-term lease, Pollak said. “I looked into liquidating my 401(k) for emergency purposes, but the tax consequences are not very nice,” Pollak said. “So, I’m going to try not to do it.” Thus far, the family has hopped from AirBnb to AirBnb. They don’t know where they’ll live after Feb. 5, when their current rental expires on a two-bedroom in Santa Monica. More from Personal Finance: How climate change is reshaping home insurance in the U.S. 7 steps homeowners and renters should take after a wildfire Wildfire victims may receive a one-time $770 payment State Farm urged Pollak to use its third-party vendor to find future temporary housing — a cost the insurer would pay for directly, rather than via reimbursement. As of Thursday, Pollak was awaiting approval for certain properties she’d identified. She worries they’ll be snapped up in the interim. “As Feb. 5 approaches, I am getting pretty nervous,” she said. Then, there are longer-term questions. The back side of their home is scorched. Everything inside reeks of smoke; various consultants have warned the smell won’t disappear unless insulation and ducting is replaced. Contractors have recommended a “full gut” and a replacement of all porous, hard-to-clean items like carpets, couches and upholstered beds, Pollak said. They must wait for the insurer’s determination. To stay or to go? There’s an additional tension here: It may be difficult to stay in the Palisades, but it’s also financially difficult to leave. Pollak and others she knows whose homes are still standing worry insurers will deem their homes livable in a few months. She wonders, would they be residing in a construction zone for five years with no neighbors, businesses or schools nearby? Emergency vehicles are on the side of the road as flames from the Hughes Fire race up the hill in Castaic, a northwestern neighborhood of Los Angeles, California, on January 22, 2025. Frederic J. Brown | Afp | Getty Images Pollak and her husband bought their home in 2019 for about $2.75 million. Its value had grown to about $3.8 million before the wildfires, according to a Redfin estimate — the family’s biggest financial asset. Now, they likely can’t sell or rent it for anything close to pre-fire value, Pollak said. “Ideally, we’d keep it and enjoy it in five to 10 years when it blossoms again,” Pollak said. “But the carrying costs are so high that we can’t pay the mortgage without living there and also pay for comparable accommodation elsewhere.” An uncertain future Search and rescue members work with firefighters through residential damage from the Eaton Fire as wildfires cause damage and loss through LA region on Jan. 14, 2025 in Altadena, California. Benjamin Fanjoy | Getty Images For all she and her family have endured, Pollak considers herself lucky: At least they have insurance. Many insurers have stopped writing policies in California or limited their exposure due to wildfire risk. Homeowners who lost coverage may not have renewed it, while others may have foregone insurance altogether in the face of higher premiums — and those rates will likely increase in the future after the L.A. fires, said S&P Global. Two-thirds or more of L.A. fire victims will find they were underinsured, said Bach of United Policyholders. That means their insurance policy won’t cover the full cost of rebuilding or repairing property. For example, 36% of victims who filed insurance claims after the 2021 Marshall Fire in Boulder County, Colorado, were “severely” underinsured, according to a recent study by researchers at the University of Colorado Boulder and University of Wisconsin-Madison. Their coverage was less than 75% of the actual cost to fix their home, the study found. That means policyholders rebuilding a $1 million home would need an extra $250,000 or more out of pocket, Tony Cookson, finance professor at the University of Colorado Boulder and a co-author of the study, said in a statement. My house now looks out on a ghost town hellscape. Julia Pollak Pacific Palisades resident State Farm, the state’s largest insurer, dropped Kalvin, the L.A. resident and teacher, in July 2024. She switched to the California FAIR Plan. The policy has more meager coverage than her former policy, Kalvin said. She’s filed an insurance claim but hasn’t yet received any funds. As of Thursday, an insurance adjuster hadn’t yet been assigned to her case. For now, her basic needs are being met. Kalvin is staying with a friend in Santa Monica and doesn’t have a mortgage on her Palisades home. While her bills are limited — largely for groceries, and health and auto insurance — she feels stretched given it’s been hard to get more than two days of work per week. She doesn’t know what her future holds — and whether it will be in the Palisades. “I probably would continue living there, because I have such love for the Palisades,” she said. “It’s home. But it’s so changed now. And I don’t know how I would feel.” Source link #L.A #wildfire #victims #face #financial #anxiety #recovery Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

Extremist group marches near Herriman City Hall to protest ‘invaders’ Extremist group marches near Herriman City Hall to protest ‘invaders’ HERRIMAN, Utah (ABC4) — On Saturday, Feb. 1, members of an extremist group gathered near Herriman City Hall to protest “invaders,” according to signs held at the demonstration. In video captured by an ABC4 viewer, protesters can be seen walking with a banner and several flags, including the Utah state flag, the Betsy Ross flag, and flags that appear to have the logo of the white supremacist group Patriot Front. The group took credit for the demonstration online, saying on its website that the gathering was a “demonstration against cartel violence in Utah” and that Herriman has been affected by “cartel violence pouring over the southern border.” LIST: Are you in the top 1% of earners in Utah? Photos shared on the group’s website show that the banner held by demonstrators read “Deport Invaders” and “Keep America American.” Herriman City officials were made aware of the demonstration on Saturday, according to a spokesperson. “To our knowledge, it remained peaceful and no ******** activity occurred,” Jon LaFollette with Herriman City told ABC4.com. Background According to the Anti-Defamation League (ADL), Patriot Front was first formed in 2017 after splintering from another extremist group that is now “largely defunct.” “Patriot Front’s logo is an image of a fasces (a bundle of sticks with an axe and the original symbol of fascism), encircled by 13 stars, which they consider a symbol of America’s ‘revolutionary tradition,’” the ADL explains. That logo can be seen on flags carried during Saturday’s demonstration. The ADL explained that the group has a history of antisemitic, anti-LGBTQ+, pro-life, and anti-immigration actions. Additionally, the group was responsible for the distribution of about 60% of white supremacist propaganda throughout the United States in 2023, the ADL said. The group reportedly requires its members to participate in spreading its messages or face expulsion. Saturday’s demonstration was likely what the ADL calls a “flash demonstration,” as many people online said the group left the area fairly quickly. “These flash demonstrations are mainly orchestrated for a quick photo and video opportunity that is then turned into online content,” the ADL explains. Connor Comeau contributed to this report. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to ABC4 Utah. Source link #Extremist #group #marches #Herriman #City #Hall #protest #invaders Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

I won’t be upgrading to Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — here’s why – Tom's Guide I won’t be upgrading to Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — here’s why – Tom's Guide I won’t be upgrading to Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — here’s why Tom’s GuideThe Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra isn’t so ‘ultra’ anymore The VergeForget About the iPhone 16 Pro, the Galaxy S25 Ultra Is 3x Cheaper at Launch GizmodoI shot over 200 photos with the Galaxy S25 Ultra vs Galaxy S24 Ultra — here’s the winner Tom’s GuideFeast Your Eyes on What the Galaxy S25 and S25 Plus Cameras Can Do CNET Source link #wont #upgrading #Samsung #Galaxy #S25 #Ultra #heres #Tom039s #Guide Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

‘There’s a feeling of almost helplessness’ ‘There’s a feeling of almost helplessness’ A historic drought in the Mississippi River Valley is a crucial factor putting thousands of people in southeast Louisiana on edge as officials seek a solution to their water supply woes. What’s happening? As detailed by the Mississippi Free Press, saltwater from the Gulf of Mexico has intermixed with freshwater from the Mississippi River for the third year in a row, threatening the water supply for cities as far as 100 miles from the river’s southern endpoint. In 2023, the saltwater intrusion disrupted the Plaquemines Parish for months. According to the report, tap water was too salty for residents to drink, so they had to buy bottled water. Moreover, the salinity damaged in-house appliances and raised fears of pipe damage — which could have released lead and other toxins into the drinking water. “It was bad. Our residents were suffering because of it,” parish president Keith Hinkley said per the Mississippi Free Press, while Paul Miller — a Louisiana State University assistant professor of coastal meteorology — added, “There’s a feeling of almost helplessness.” Why is this important? The Mississippi River is the primary water source for millions of Americans, and it is not the only U.S. water supply in jeopardy. For instance, rising sea levels have caused saltwater intrusion in the Delaware River, which serves major cities like Philadelphia. In the case of the Mississippi, even though some saltwater intrusion in the river is to be expected, as New Orleans Public Radio explained, the occurrence is becoming more frequent and unusual. Typically, the intrusion happens once every 10 years rather than back-to-back. Watch now: This ‘win-win-win’ app offers up to 50% savings on food Experts believe a historic drought is one of the key factors to blame. When the river is full, its freshwater exerts enough power to keep the saltwater at its mouth at bay. However, when its rate of flow drops below 300,000 cubic feet per second — as it has during the drought — the river is too weak to keep the salt water from creeping in, per the Mississippi Free Press. Changing weather patterns are another element at play. As global temperatures have warmed because of human activities, like the burning of dirty fuels, extreme weather events have become more intense. So even though powerful storms have dumped vast quantities of rain in Louisiana, the effect on the river isn’t the same. “When you get these big rain events, the soil can only absorb so much at one time, so you get a lot more runoff. The rivers get higher faster, but they don’t stay high — their base flow isn’t lifted,” National Weather Service hydrologist Matthew Wilson told the Free Press. How often do you worry about the quality of your drinking water? Never Sometimes Often Always Click your choice to see results and speak your mind. What can be done to protect Louisiana’s drinking water? The Army Corps of Engineers funds and maintains a saltwater sill, monitoring weather forecasts to determine when to install and remove the temporary structure each year, per the Free Press. However, the sill isn’t feasible in the long term. In part, that’s because it’s expensive to build. In 2023, the Army Corps spent more than $20 million on the structure. Another solution could be to fill in river crevasses during periods of low flow. Ehab Meselhe, a professor of River-Coastal Science at Tulane University, explained to the Free Press that doing so should improve the river’s momentum. A reverse osmosis filtration system could be a more long-lasting solution, though treatment facilities would require upgrades. In the meantime, per New Orleans Public Radio, officials say residents should not panic but prepare for saltwater intrusion. They encouraged people to forgo single-use plastic water bottles and instead fill reusable containers with tap water before an event occurs. Join our free newsletter for good news and useful tips, and don’t miss this cool list of easy ways to help yourself while helping the planet. Source link #feeling #helplessness Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

What to know about polio vaccines, in 4 charts – CNN What to know about polio vaccines, in 4 charts – CNN What to know about polio vaccines, in 4 charts CNNHere’s How Quickly Polio Could Return to the U.S. without Vaccines Scientific American‘Polio is still out there’: Survivor stresses importance of getting vaccinated WPRI.com Source link #polio #vaccines #charts #CNN Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Ford tells LCBO to pull U.S. booze from shelves Ford tells LCBO to pull U.S. booze from shelves Descrease article font size Increase article font size The LCBO will pull U.S. booze from its shelves after President Donald Trump announced sweeping tariffs on Canada, Ontario Premier Doug Ford said. Ford announced the details of the plan on Sunday, 12 hours after Prime Minister Justin Trudeau hit back against Trump’s tariffs with counter-tariffs worth $155 billion. “Every year, LCBO sells nearly $1 billion worth of American wine, beer, spirits and seltzers. Not anymore,” Ford said in a statement. “Starting Tuesday, we’re removing American products from LCBO shelves. As the only wholesaler of alcohol in the province, LCBO will also remove American products from its catalogue so other Ontario-based restaurants and retailers can’t order or restock U.S. products. Get daily National news Get the day’s top news, political, economic, and current affairs headlines, delivered to your inbox once a day. “There’s never been a better time to choose an amazing Ontario-made or *********-made product. As always, please drink responsibly.” Story continues below advertisement The LCBO is one of the biggest purchasers of alcohol in the world. Ford signalled his intention to yank U.S. products off shelves two weeks ago, while addressing the crowd at the Rural Ontario Municipal Association’s annual general meeting and conference in Toronto – the same day as Trump’s inauguration as the 47th president of the United States. It comes as other ********* provinces issue similar directives in the wake of Trudeau’s retaliatory tariff announcement. Trending Now Read the transcript of Trudeau’s response to U.S. tariffs on Canada American killer and fugitive lived for 50 years under a new name in an Alberta town Trudeau said on Saturday in an address to the nation that Canada’s retaliatory measures will include immediate tariffs on $30 billion worth of goods as of Tuesday, followed by further tariffs on $125 billion worth of American products in 21 days’ time to “allow ********* companies and supply chains to seek to find alternatives.” Soon after, Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston said he had directed the Nova Scotia Liquor Corporation to remove all alcohol from the United States from their shelves as of Tuesday. British Columbia Premier David Eby said Saturday: “Effective today, I have directed BC Liquor stores to stop buying American liquor.” For a closer look at how prices on key everyday items could feel the effects of tariffs, read more here. More on Lifestyle More videos &copy 2025 Global News, a division of Corus Entertainment Inc. Source link #Ford #tells #LCBO #pull #U.S #booze #shelves Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

‘We will greatly contribute to improving the stability’ ‘We will greatly contribute to improving the stability’ Scientists in South Korea have addressed a major, yet heretofore overlooked concern of offshore wind turbines — positive lightning strikes. Their first-of-its-kind solution could offer new resilience for turbines and even be used outside of the energy industry. Interesting Engineering shared a news release detailing the Korea Electrotechnology Research Institute team’s achievements, which were published in the Results in Engineering journal. The key problem the team looked to address is positive lightning, which commonly occurs during winter months when clouds’ altitudes are lower. Positive lightning happens when those clouds have a positive charge while the ground has a negative charge. It is rarer than the inverse phenomenon of negative lightning, which accounts for 90% of lightning strikes. Positive strikes are more powerful and intense than negative ones and can cause greater damage. A KERI team attacking this subject isn’t coincidental — South Korea is experiencing a ***** in offshore wind energy demand designed for low wind-speed environments. However, offshore turbines are particularly exposed to lightning strikes, given their height and isolation from other tall buildings. Blade damage can lead to costly repairs and shutdowns. Current turbines feature protections against negative lightning strikes with an air-termination system that effectively attracts negative strikes away from the blades but isn’t effective for positive strikes. Positive lightning’s “highly irregular pattern” and “much higher current” require a higher-tech solution, per IE. The KERI team created a scaled-down model to learn more about positive lightning and develop new defenses. They found that because of its positive charge, the positive lightning strikes the side edges of the blade and evades the conventional air-termination system. After running numerous artificial lightning tests, the team landed on a new edge receptor. The receptor puts air termination on the side edges of the blade, effectively minimizing the damage from positive lightning. Watch now: CEO reveals form of energy that has ‘polled across political lines’ for over a decade “KERI is the only institution in the world that has designed countermeasures against positive polarity lightning for wind turbine blades and successfully conducted experimental verification,” said lead researcher Dr. Woo Jeong-min. “We will greatly contribute to improving the stability and efficiency of wind turbines, promoting the expansion of renewable energy, and ultimately have a positive impact on reducing electricity bills for consumers.” Offshore wind energy is growing as a way to take up less real estate on land as well as capitalize on high-wind environments. Being able to withstand challenging conditions like lightning or typhoons is critical to making its energy more reliable and efficient. On the positive front, Mingyang’s OceanX withstood Super Typhoon Yagi’s 139 mph winds. Extra weather resiliency is a major positive in clean energy’s path to ascendancy over dirty energy sources that heat the planet with alarming results. The KERI team intends to bring the tech to full-scale turbine blades and do more experimental data, per the release. Additionally, the scientists are looking to file patents and explore technology transfer to businesses. They also see their tech assisting tall buildings and communication towers in lightning-prone areas and are looking to expand their research’s scope. Join our free newsletter for weekly updates on the latest innovations improving our lives and shaping our future, and don’t miss this cool list of easy ways to help yourself while helping the planet. Source link #greatly #contribute #improving #stability Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

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‘This raises concerns about the long-term impact’ ‘This raises concerns about the long-term impact’ Researchers in New Zealand have made a shocking discovery regarding microplastics in the organic waste commonly used in fertilizers and soil conditioning. What’s happening? According to Phys.org, scientists in New Zealand studying organic waste and compost found “alarming levels” of microplastics in the samples they tested. They focused specifically on waste used in fertilizers and soil conditioning, which included “biosolids (sewage sludge), vermicompost (worm composting), bulk compost (from curbside collections, large-scale industrial facilities, and small-scale decentralized facilities), and bagged composts from garden centers across New Zealand.” They found between 1,100 and 2,700 microplastic particles per kilogram (about 2.2 pounds) of waste studied. What’s worse, biodegradable plastics didn’t seem to be breaking down at the projected rate. “Even biodegradable plastics are not breaking down as expected, leading to their accumulation in soils,” University of Canterbury Ph.D. candidate Helena Ruffell told Phys.org. “This raises concerns about the long-term impact of microplastics on soil health and productivity.” Why are microplastics in waste important? The research findings underscore the widespread problem of plastic pollution. Since the waste studied was organic and included human waste in the form of sewage sludge, finding significant amounts of microplastics means that we have higher-than-expected levels of microplastics in our bodies. Watch now: This ‘win-win-win’ app offers up to 50% savings on food While we don’t fully know the impact of microplastics on the human body, we know that they can cause serious problems and are found in places they shouldn’t be, like inside our brains. They’ve been linked to an increase in susceptibility to respiratory issues, as well. But it’s not just the levels of microplastics in our bodies that are concerning. Finding them in soil treatments and fertilizers could have a profound impact on our ability to grow crops. Studies have shown that they cause crops to grow more slowly when they’re found in soil. “Organic wastes are a valuable source of carbon and nutrients for our soils, and diverting these wastes from landfill by applying them onto land is a crucial measure to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote the circular economy,” Ruffell told Phys.org. What’s being done about microplastics? Scientists have been researching methods to remove microplastics from the environment. They’ve found potential solutions to help remove these tiny plastic pieces from the soil with the use of organic materials, such as biochar. Tap filters are helping to keep microplastics out of water that goes down drains. Researchers have also been trying to find ways to break down plastic before it breaks down into microplastics. New research findings offer potential breakthroughs in recycling one of the most common types of plastic we see. Join our free newsletter for weekly updates on the latest innovations improving our lives and shaping our future, and don’t miss this cool list of easy ways to help yourself while helping the planet. Source link #raises #concerns #longterm #impact Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

More than 700 killed as DR Congo military fights M23 rebels – Al Jazeera English More than 700 killed as DR Congo military fights M23 rebels – Al Jazeera English More than 700 killed as DR Congo military fights M23 rebels Al Jazeera EnglishUN says more than 700 killed in just five days of fighting in DR Congo CNNCongo health ministry says 773 bodies in Goma hospital morgues Reuters Source link #killed #Congo #military #fights #M23 #rebels #Jazeera #English Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Trump has confused the C-suite Trump has confused the C-suite This is The Takeaway from today’s Morning Brief, which you can sign up to receive in your inbox every morning along with: Talk about not showing your full Trump financial model to investors. Earnings season is well underway and, by and large, things are going pretty well. About 81% of S&P 500 companies have beaten analyst earnings estimates, according to data from MacroMicro. The biggest beats relative to consensus are coming from the materials, real estate, financials, and tech sectors. So far the energy and healthcare sectors have left much to be desired. “Magnificent Seven” components have shown good results, headlined by Meta (META) and, to a lesser extent, Microsoft (MSFT). Stocks are continuing to chug along this earnings season, notwithstanding the recent one-day DeepSeek-fueled clobbering (which Snowflake’s CEO Sridhar Ramaswamy told me on Yahoo Finance’s Opening Bid podcast was justified). This embedded content is not available in your region. But I have to say, I’m not really digging the commentary on earnings calls regarding future policies from the Trump administration. And I’m really not liking what top leaders are telling me on and off the record. While there is optimism around regulations and taxes, it’s as if Trump has frozen the action-oriented public company C-suite. Execs are tepid about taking bold risks until they gain more clarity on taxes and tariffs. In turn, execs aren’t sharing worst-case scenario guidance ranges out of the block in 2025, which would be helpful to investors (although I get why they aren’t releasing this stuff — it could be an ugly headline and draw ire from the president). This has all the makings of investors being let down on corporate profits this year, among other disappointments. “I would tell you, stabilization right now is prudent,” veteran IBM CFO Jim Kavanaugh told me. “There will be a lot of change, which is happening, and you’re seeing that come out. In the last couple of weeks since the inauguration, we’ve obviously been doing our work around scenario modeling and planning tariffs. You have to differentiate what is a company-specific, industry-specific, or just general enterprise business-specific implication of each of these.” IBM still came out with above-consensus guidance this week, owing to momentum in software and AI bookings. But can it deliver if there are major changes to tariffs and immigration policies (which could weigh on performance in the consulting business)? Not sure, though it’s a key risk to keep in mind. Story Continues Watch: What Snowflake’s CEO thinks about AI governance The air of uncertainty on policy was similar at General Motors (GM). “We’ve done a lot of scenario planning and we know the levers that we can pull to minimize any impact [of tariffs],” GM chair and CEO Mary Barra told me (video above). “But having the opportunity to talk to the president, I really believe he wants a strong manufacturing sector because it’s good for the economy.” GM said it assumes a “stable” policy environment, which may have unnerved investors witnessing anything but stable from the new Trump administration. Moreover, GM’s full-year 2025 EPS guidance of $11 to $12 was ahead of consensus forecasts for $10.75 but doesn’t assume any impact of additional tariffs. In other words, GM didn’t offer investors kitchen-sink guidance. And the stock had a tough week as a result. Barra added, “Well, I think [President Trump] very much understands exactly what the ramifications will be [of tariffs]. And I think they’ve been very clear that they want to make sure there’s the right and balanced relationships with many of the different countries that they’re talking about to accomplish the goals of his administration. So I do think he has a very good understanding of the implications of tariffs or changing IRA or the stringency from [an emissions] standards perspective.” If this sounds like a stable backdrop for investors, then I have a bridge to nowhere to sell you. StockStory aims to help individual investors beat the market. Brian Sozzi is Yahoo Finance’s Executive Editor. Follow Sozzi on X @BrianSozzi, Instagram, and LinkedIn. Tips on stories? Email *****@*****.tld. Click here for the latest stock market news and in-depth analysis, including events that move stocks Read the latest financial and business news from Yahoo Finance Source link #Trump #confused #Csuite Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Exclusive: SEC's Republican-led commission tightens oversight of probes, sources say – Reuters Exclusive: SEC's Republican-led commission tightens oversight of probes, sources say – Reuters Exclusive: SEC’s Republican-led commission tightens oversight of probes, sources say ReutersView Full Coverage on Google News Source link #Exclusive #SEC039s #Republicanled #commission #tightens #oversight #probes #sources #Reuters Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

A doctor who researches healthy aging takes 4 supplements daily A doctor who researches healthy aging takes 4 supplements daily Dr. Eric Verdin studies the biology of aging and how to get and stay healthy. He believes lifestyle factors play the biggest role in how long we live, and supplements could help too. Verdin explained why he takes vitamin D, vitamin B12, creatine, and omega3 fatty acids. A doctor who researches longevity shared the four supplements he takes daily for healthy aging. Dr. Eric Verdin, the CEO and president of the Buck Institute for Research on Aging near San Francisco, told Business Insider it studies how to extend “healthspan,” or quality of life, by maintaining faculties that tend to decline with age, such as cognitive ability and mobility. Verdin said while genes play a role, he believes diet, physical activity, sleep, stress management, and social relationships are the five pillars of longevity and what will determine if we live to 65 to or 85. If a person has those under control and wants to take their health from good to great, evidence suggests certain supplements could help, he said. Vitamin D Verdin takes vitamin D and believes most people should too. About 35% of US adults have vitamin D deficiency, according to the Cleveland Clinic, so Verdin recommends people get a blood test to see if they’re getting enough. Vitamin D is both a nutrient that we eat and a hormone the body produces. It’s important for bone health as it helps the body absorb their building blocks: calcium and phosphorus. Studying the possible role of vitamin D in disease prevention is a large research area, but there’s not enough consistent evidence to prove any link. Some foods contain vitamin D, but sunlight is the primary natural source, which is why many people who live in colder climates have insufficient levels. “Supplementing this is very cheap, it’s very safe, and in my opinion is important,” Verdin said. The *** government recommends everyone to take a daily vitamin D supplement during the autumn and winter. Those who have darker skin may also struggle to get enough vitamin D from sunlight. Vitamin B12 Verdin takes vitamin B12 and advises people to have their levels measured as it’s common to be deficient, particularly if you’re older. Around 3.6% of all adults over 19 are deficient, according to an analysis of data collected by the CDC between 2007 to 2018. Vitamin B12 is found in animal sources like dairy, meat, and eggs. It’s needed to form red blood cells and DNA and is also key for the functioning and development of brain and nerve cells. It’s crucial for many cellular processes including repair and generating energy, Verdin said. Evidence shows that deficiency leads to problems such as fatigue, nerve damage, and memory loss. Omega three fatty acids Verdin takes an omega three fatty acids supplement for his heart and brain health. Omega three fatty acids are found in fatty fish such as salmon and anchovies, walnuts, and chia and flax seeds. “Some countries have very high levels of omega acids such as Japan where they eat a lot of fish. But for most of us in the Western world, we don’t have enough,” Verdin said. Studies suggest that these healthy fats reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease by helping the heart beat at a steady rate, lowering blood pressure and heart rate, and improving blood vessel function, according to Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health’s The Nutrition Score. However, it’s unclear if supplementing omega three fatty acids is as beneficial as eating fish. Creatine Creatine, a compound the body naturally makes and we also get from protein-rich food, is popular among athletes and gym goers who want to build muscle. But, there’s some evidence that it supports cognitive function too, Verdin said. He takes creatine supplements because the compound plays a critical role in cell functioning and energy, he said. Sports nutritionists generally consider creatine safe and effective as there’s a lot of research behind the cognitive and physical performance-enhancing benefits. Read the original article on Business Insider Source link #doctor #researches #healthy #aging #takes #supplements #daily Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Corporate America’s diversity wars are just getting started – The Economist Corporate America’s diversity wars are just getting started – The Economist Corporate America’s diversity wars are just getting started The EconomistTrump’s DEI purge targets federal workers who did not work in DEI The Washington Post Source link #Corporate #Americas #diversity #wars #started #Economist Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

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Unitree’s G1 Humanoid Robots Shown Running in New Video Unitree’s G1 Humanoid Robots Shown Running in New Video Unitree, a ******** robotics company competing with outfits like Boston Dynamics, Tesla, Agility Robotics and others, has unveiled a new video of its humanoid G1 and H1 robots, showing off some new moves. The smaller, more affordable G1 robot is shown running, navigating uneven terrain and walking in a more natural way. Unitree told us that because the robots were operating in environments it hadn’t mapped with LIDAR, these demos were remote controlled. Unitree G1 humanoid robot shown running in new video. Unitree’s taller H1 humanoid robot also showed off some new moves at a Spring Festival Gala. The robots performed a preset routine learned from data produced by human dancers. The company says “whole body AI motion control” kept the robots in sync and allowed the robots to respond to any unplanned changes or events. Unitree’s H1 humanoid robots were shown dancing at a Spring Festival Gala. For a full breakdown of these new videos, and to see these robots in action, check out the video at the top of this article. You can also watch our hands-on demo of the Unitree G1 down below. Source link #Unitrees #Humanoid #Robots #Shown #Running #Video Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Starfield Going to PlayStation Is a Win for Ending Exclusivity, But Bethesda Should Hold Off for Now Starfield Going to PlayStation Is a Win for Ending Exclusivity, But Bethesda Should Hold Off for Now In the last couple of years, we’ve seen Microsoft moving away from exclusive titles and committing to a a multi-platform launch strategy. However, many thought that Microsoft would still retain some Xbox exclusives, such as Halo and Starfield. Starfield is one of Bethesda’s biggest failures. (Image via Bethesda Game Studios) However, that’s not the case. Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer has suggested that Bethesda’s Starfield might be released on PlayStation 5 down the line. While that might be exciting news, the space sci-fi is still not ready to be ported to other consoles. Starfield still needs some serious fixing before PS5 port There’s no denying the fact that the idea of Starfield being available to experience on PlayStation sounds incredible. It’s going to attract tons of players and bring even more money to Microsoft. However, when you take a look at the current state of the Bethesda title, you’ll instantly realize that the port will harm the game and weaken the Xbox brand. When one talks about Bethesda games, there’s one thing that instantly comes to mind: bugs. Thanks to Bethesda still using the cranky-old Creation Engine, all of its games are plagued with glitches and bugs. Seriously, players couldn’t go more than 30 seconds at Skyrim’s release without being launched into the stratosphere. You’d think that Bethesda would’ve fixed the bugs in Starfield and brought a smooth release. However, that’s not the case, as the game is still dealing with glitches and bugs despite Todd Howard and his team constantly bringing patches and updates. That’s not the only issue with Starfield right now; the title still feels lifeless due to clunky UI, pointless exploration, and the worst, loading screens. There’s absolutely no immersion when it comes to space travel, and combat feels like it has been ported right out of previous Bethesda games without innovation. At the game’s release, Bethesda promised a vast universe that would transform the RPG industry. However, the game still has a long way to go. Starfield desperately needs Bethesda’s full attention to fix its issues. Microsoft diverting resources to make a PlayStation version would take attention away from current problems and delay what gamers have been asking for. Ex-Starfield developer opens up on loading screens Starfield has way too many loading screens. (Image via Bethesda Game Studios) As we’ve said before, Starfield has tons of issues, but nothing comes close to the nightmare of loading screens. Frequent loading screens end up breaking the immersion aspect of the game. However, they weren’t a big issue while developing the game. In an interview with VideoGamer, former Starfield developer Nate Purkeypile, who was involved with the project until 2021, stated that the game had fewer loading screens during his time at Bethesda. The most visible locations where it’s an issue were in the game’s cities, like Neon, where Purkeypile has worked. According to the developer, the game could’ve worked out without the addition of these annoying loading screens. could have existed without those [loading zones]. Like, some of those were not there when I had been working on it and so it was a surprise to me that there were as many as there were. Unfortunately, he wasn’t able to tell us why Todd Howard added these loading screens to the final build of the game, but his comments suggest it’s all about performance. Purkeypile explained that the heavy segmentation of areas is all because of the Creation Engine and its gating areas to improve performance. We only hope that the upcoming Elder Scrolls 6 doesn’t have as many loading screens as Starfield. With that said, do you think Starfield deserves a PS5 port? Let us know in the comments below. Source link #Starfield #PlayStation #Win #Exclusivity #Bethesda #Hold Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

Jack Bech, whose brother died in the New Orleans terror attack, wins Senior Bowl MVP – NBC Sports Jack Bech, whose brother died in the New Orleans terror attack, wins Senior Bowl MVP – NBC Sports Jack Bech, whose brother died in the New Orleans terror attack, wins Senior Bowl MVP NBC SportsBech Senior Bowl MVP month after brother’s death ESPN2025 Senior Bowl takeaways: TCU WR Jack Bech honors late brother, wins MVP after game-winning catch NFL.comHistoric Senior Bowl finish for TCU wide receiver Fox 10 News’His wings were on my side’: Jack Bech, brother of N.O. attack victim, shines in Senior Bowl NOLA.com Source link #Jack #Bech #brother #died #Orleans #terror #attack #wins #Senior #Bowl #MVP #NBC #Sports Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]