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3 Global Dividend Stocks To Consider With Up To 5.8% Yield 3 Global Dividend Stocks To Consider With Up To 5.8% Yield As global markets experience a rally fueled by the recent U.S.-China tariff suspension and cooling inflation, investors are keenly observing opportunities that align with these positive economic signals. In this context, dividend stocks present an attractive option for those seeking steady income and potential growth, particularly as they can offer resilience amid fluctuating market conditions. Name Dividend Yield Dividend Rating en-japan (TSE:4849) 4.35% ★★★★★★ Allianz (XTRA:ALV) 4.38% ★★★★★★ Daicel (TSE:4202) 5.08% ★★★★★★ CAC Holdings (TSE:4725) 4.95% ★★★★★★ GakkyushaLtd (TSE:9769) 4.13% ★★★★★★ Yamato Kogyo (TSE:5444) 4.72% ★★★★★★ E J Holdings (TSE:2153) 5.01% ★★★★★★ HUAYU Automotive Systems (SHSE:600741) 4.29% ★★★★★★ Japan Excellent (TSE:8987) 4.48% ★★★★★★ Banque Cantonale Vaudoise (SWX:BCVN) 4.51% ★★★★★★ Click here to see the full list of 1569 stocks from our Top Global Dividend Stocks screener. Let’s take a closer look at a couple of our picks from the screened companies. Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★★ Overview: Korean Reinsurance Company offers life and non-life reinsurance products both in Korea and internationally, with a market cap of ₩1.56 trillion. Operations: Korean Reinsurance Company’s revenue is derived entirely from its insurance – reinsurance segment, amounting to approximately ₩4.39 trillion. Dividend Yield: 5.8% Korean Reinsurance offers a compelling dividend profile with a 5.83% yield, ranking in the top 25% of KR market payers. The dividends are well-covered by earnings and cash flows, evidenced by low payout ratios of 33.1% and 7.9%, respectively. Over the past decade, dividends have been stable and growing consistently, supported by strong earnings growth—net income rose to ₩316.67 billion in 2024 from ₩283.87 billion in the previous year. KOSE:A003690 Dividend History as at May 2025 Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆ Overview: SNT Holdings CO., LTD operates in the auto parts and industrial facilities sectors with a market cap of ₩561.76 billion. Operations: SNT Holdings CO., LTD generates revenue primarily from its Vehicle Parts segment, amounting to ₩1.33 billion, and its Industrial Equipment segment, contributing ₩294.26 million. Dividend Yield: 4% SNT Holdings’ dividend yield of 4.02% places it in the top 25% of KR market payers, with dividends well-covered by earnings and cash flows, indicated by low payout ratios of 16.2% and 51.3%, respectively. Despite a recent increase in dividend payments, the company has an unstable track record over six years due to volatility exceeding annual drops of 20%. Earnings grew significantly last year, enhancing its ability to sustain dividends. Story Continues KOSE:A036530 Dividend History as at May 2025 Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆ Overview: Fujii Sangyo Corporation operates in Japan, selling electrical construction materials, electrical equipment, machine tools, information equipment, and civil engineering and construction machinery, with a market cap of ¥23.09 billion. Operations: Fujii Sangyo Corporation’s revenue is derived from the ***** of electrical construction materials, electrical equipment, machine tools, information equipment, and civil engineering and construction machinery in Japan. Dividend Yield: 3.6% Fujii Sangyo’s dividends have shown stability and growth over the past decade, supported by a low payout ratio of 24.2%, ensuring coverage by earnings and cash flows. The dividend yield of 3.61% is modest compared to top-tier Japanese payers but remains reliable. Trading significantly below estimated fair value, Fujii Sangyo presents a potentially attractive option for dividend-seeking investors as they await its fiscal year 2025 results on May 14, 2025. TSE:9906 Dividend History as at May 2025 This article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned. Companies discussed in this article include KOSE:A003690 KOSE:A036530 and TSE:9906. This article was originally published by Simply Wall St. Have feedback on this article? Concerned about the content? Get in touch with us directly. Alternatively, email *****@*****.tld Source link #Global #Dividend #Stocks #Yield Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Get A Behind The Scenes Look At Borderlands 4 In This New Art Book Get A Behind The Scenes Look At Borderlands 4 In This New Art Book The Borderlands series’ iconic cel-shaded visual style is one of its defining characteristics, perfectly matching the goofy humor and absurd violence the games are known for. The upcoming Borderlands 4 will introduce fans to an all-new side of this stylish sci-fi universe with its own unique locations, weapons, and characters. If you’re eager to see how the visuals of the fourth entry evolved during development, you’ll want to check out the upcoming The Art of Borderlands 4, releasing September 30. Preorders for the 224-page hardcover book are available for $54.41 at Amazon. The Art of Borderlands 4 is just one of many Borderlands books that are available now or up for preorder. Here’s a quick look at all of the Borderlands books you can buy or preorder now. Below the list, you can take an in-depth look at the upcoming Borderlands 4 art book, the new graphic novel, a prose novel by the writer behind Borderlands 2, and more. Borderlands 4 launches on PC and consoles on September 23, and while the game is not yet available to preorder, these new books and graphic novels should keep fans busy in the meantime. Borderlands books Artbooks and coloring books Novels and comics Cookbook $54.41 | Releases September 30 The Art of Borderlands 4 is an oversized vault of concept art, illustrations, and development materials alongside commentary from the creative team on the design of the game’s new Vault Hunters, weapons, and locations. Preorders are available at Amazon. In case you have a Borderlands-shaped gap in your collection, you can also check out the previously released Borderlands art books that are still in print. Borderlands art books $20 | Releases September 2 If you’re looking for more reading material celebrating Borderlands’ visual style and want to read a good story at the same time, fans can preorder an official new Borderlands graphic novel, Borderlands: Moxxi’s Mysterious Memento, for $20 at Amazon ahead of its September 2 release date. The 96-page graphic novel follows Siren Amara on a mission for Mad Moxxi. Previously released Borderlands graphic novel adventures are a little harder to come by, but you can pick up a graphic novel based on the Borderlands spin-off, Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands. Like the video game it’s based on, Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands: Land of the Giants is framed as a fictional fantasy tabletop roleplaying game DMed by Borderlands character Tiny Tina. If you’re looking to put your own colorful spin on Borderlands, there are official coloring books available. These give you all of the illustrations and plenty of space to put your own vibrant stamp on them, and there’s even an official Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands coloring book for anyone wanting to bring a fantasy realm to life. $16 (was $17) While most of the stuff listed above won’t be out for a short while, you can grab some other Borderlands books right now. Last year saw the release of the novel Borderlands: Debt or Alive, a new adventure starring Tales From the Borderlands’ Fiona and Sasha. What makes this one notable is that it’s written by Anthony Burch, the writer behind Borderlands 2. The first Borderlands sequel is still a beloved game in the series, and its storyline is widely regarded to be the best. You can also check out three books that were released shortly after Borderlands 2 launched. This three-book series focused on three of the Vault Hunters from the first Borderlands sequel–Roland, Brick, and Mordecai–and the adventures they got up to on the planet of Pandora. $20 (was $30) The World of Borderlands is the go-to guide for anyone planning to visit Pandora. Inside this 208-page tome you’ll find a comprehensive guide on everything you have to watch out for on that alien planet, like bloodthirsty beasts, rampaging bandits, and worst of all, out-of-control corporations. Here’s a quick look at all of the Borderlands books you can buy or preorder now. Below the list, you can take an in-depth look at the upcoming Borderlands 4 art book, the new graphic novel, a prose novel by the writer behind Borderlands 2, and more. Source link #Scenes #Borderlands #Art #Book Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Infinix Xpad GT With Snapdragon 888 SoC, 10,000mAh Battery Launched: Price, Specifications Infinix Xpad GT With Snapdragon 888 SoC, 10,000mAh Battery Launched: Price, Specifications Infinix Xpad GT has been launched in select global markets on Wednesday alongside the Infinix GT 30 Pro 5G smartphone. The new gaming-focused GT-branded tablet runs on a Snapdragon 888 chipset alongside 8GB RAM and 256GB storage. The Infinix Xpad GT boasts a 13-inch display with a 2.8K resolution and is backed by a 10,000mAh battery. The Infinix Xpad GT succeeds the Infinix Xpad, which was launched in India in September last year as the first tablet offering from Infinix. Infinix Xpad GT Price, Availability The Infinix Xpad GT is priced at RM 1,699 (roughly Rs. roughly Rs. 34,000) for the single 8GB RAM + 256GB storage model in Malaysia. It is available in a single Grey colour option. The tablet is currently up for pre-order in Malaysia through Lazada and TikTok.com. As a special launch offer, Infinix is providing a keyboard and stylus free of cost along with the tablet. Infinix Xpad GT Specifications The Infinix Xpad GT features a 13-inch 2.8K (1,840×2,800 pixels) display with up to 144Hz refresh rate, 89.3 percent screen-to-body ratio, and HDR10 support. The tablet is powered by an octa-core Snapdragon 888 chipset, paired with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of onboard storage. It offers Infinix’s AI tools and the AI-backed Folax voice assistant. At the rear, the Infinix Xpad GT has a 13-megapixel single camera. It has a 9-megapixel front camera and gets eight speakers with a 3D sound and DTS audio support. The tablet can be paired with a keyboard and stylus (sold separately). The gaming-focused tablet is claimed to deliver up to 120fps frame rate while playing Mobile Legends and 90FPS frame rate for PUBG. It has a vapour chamber-based cooling setup. The Infinix Xpad GT packs a 10,000mAh battery with support for 33W charging. It has a metal build and measures 6.5mm in thickness. For the latest tech news and reviews, follow Gadgets 360 on X, Facebook, WhatsApp, Threads and Google News. For the latest videos on gadgets and tech, subscribe to our YouTube channel. If you want to know everything about top influencers, follow our in-house Who’sThat360 on Instagram and YouTube. Senua’s Saga: Hellblade 2 Coming to PS5 This Summer With New Features Source link #Infinix #Xpad #Snapdragon #SoC #10000mAh #Battery #Launched #Price #Specifications Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

How ‘Daniel’ Led Our Reporters to An Assembly Line for Russian Spies How ‘Daniel’ Led Our Reporters to An Assembly Line for Russian Spies For years, Russia used Brazil as a launchpad for its most elite intelligence officers, known as illegals. They started businesses, made friends and had love affairs — events that, over many years, became the building blocks of entirely new identities. Jane Bradley and Michael Schwirtz, investigative reporters for The New York Times, discuss one case. Source link #Daniel #Led #Reporters #Assembly #Line #Russian #Spies Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

This Roblox Game Is Blowing Up In Popularity This Roblox Game Is Blowing Up In Popularity Last year at the Roblox Developers Conference, The Roblox Corporation laid out its grand plans for the platform and unveiled its revamped revenue-sharing plans for developers who make premium experiences using its game creation tools. One of those games, Grow a Garden, has broken from the pack and become such a monster hit that it’s drawing ******* numbers than most of the top games on Steam. Grow a Garden was released on March 25, and since that time it has had 1.9 billion visits, and over 1 million favorites. According to Kotaku, Grow a Garden’s concurrent player record is 5 million active users. At the time of writing, Grow a Garden is massively outperforming some of the biggest Roblox games of all time, including Dress to Impress, Blox Fruits, and Adopt Me, according to a Reddit post showing top concurrent players. The identity of Grow a Garden’s teenage creator has not been disclosed, but management of the game has been taken over by a studio called Splitting Point. Creating monstrous crops in Grow a Garden The gameplay is relatively simple, as players are able to purchase seeds for their farm and let them grow to ridiculous sizes before harvesting and selling them for profit. Even the game’s animals, or pets, can take on gigantic proportions, and come with unique abilities to buff the productivity of your garden. It’s easy to see why so many are hooked on the gameplay loop. Grow a Garden has already spawned a wiki on Fandom and users have shared numerous videos on YouTube and TikTok since it exploded in popularity. This game may not be a fully refined experience, but it’s outlandish touches and easy-to-pick-up gameplay have clearly struck a chord with a large number of players. One of Grow a Garden’s advantages is that is an all-ages title and suitable for everyone on Roblox. The platform recently put restrictions on kids in social hangouts. Earlier this year, the SEC confirmed that Roblox is part of “an active investigation,” but the agency declined to offer any details beyond that. Source link #Roblox #Game #Blowing #Popularity Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Hello, Cruel World! review: Parents shouldn’t miss this science-backed guide to raising kids Hello, Cruel World! review: Parents shouldn’t miss this science-backed guide to raising kids One of a child’s most important jobs is to make sense of the world Cavan Images/Alamy Hello, Cruel World! Melinda Wenner Moyer (Headline Home (***); G.P. Putnam’s Sons (US)) The unfortunate thing about parenting books is that, in my experience, once you become a parent you are too time-poor and exhausted to read them. As a result, my bedside table is stacked with parenting manuals of which I’ve read the first five pages a dozen times before passing out. If this sounds like you, the latest book by science journalist Melinda Wenner Moyer should be top of your pile. … Source link #Cruel #World #review #Parents #shouldnt #sciencebacked #guide #raising #kids Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

4 Summer Books We’re Looking Forward To 4 Summer Books We’re Looking Forward To Gilbert Cruz, the editor of The New York Times Book Review, previews four books we’re anticipating this summer. Source link #Summer #Books Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Water Police respond to capsized catamaran off the coast of Rockingham Water Police respond to capsized catamaran off the coast of Rockingham WA Police were deployed to the scene after reports of a vessel in distress on Thursday. Source link #Water #Police #respond #capsized #catamaran #coast #Rockingham Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Kraft Heinz looking at M&A opportunities; Berkshire Hathaway leaves board Kraft Heinz looking at M&A opportunities; Berkshire Hathaway leaves board (Reuters) -Kraft Heinz said it was looking at strategic transactions as demand for its pricey snacks and ready-to-eat meals weakens in an uncertain economic environment. The company also said Timothy Kenesey and Alicia Knapp, executives at Berkshire Hathaway-owned companies, were leaving its board of directors after Warren Buffett’s conglomerate said it would no longer hold board seats. Kraft Heinz has been looking for potential merger and acquisition opportunities “over the past several months”, chief executive officer Carlos Abrams-Rivera said in a statement. Consumers are turning to healthier processed food products amid a surge in the use of weight-loss drugs. Tariffs were also adding to Kraft’s woes as it lowered its annual organic sales and profit forecasts last month. Its hot dogs and cold cuts business, Oscar Mayer, was attracting interest from several buyers for a deal that could be worth $3 billion, Reuters reported in October last year. The company, which has a market capitalization of about $33 billion, declined to comment further on the nature of the strategic transactions. By exiting the Kraft Heinz board, Berkshire retains its 27.5% ownership but with no influence over its direction. This could allow Buffett, who has led Berkshire since 1965, or Greg Abel, who is expected to become chief executive on January 1, 2026, to either sell Berkshire’s stake or bid for brands that Kraft Heinz might want to sell. Kraft Heinz has been a challenging investment for Berkshire, with Buffett admitting in 2019 that they overpaid in the 2015 merger of Kraft Foods with H.J. Heinz. This came four days after the packaged food giant took a $15.4 billion writedown on its brands and assets, leading to a $3 billion writedown for Berkshire. Abel stepped down from Kraft Heinz’s board last year. Berkshire did not immediately respond to a request for comment. (Reporting by Juveria Tabassum in Bengaluru and Jonathan Stempel in New York; Editing by Vijay Kishore) Source link #Kraft #Heinz #opportunities #Berkshire #Hathaway #leaves #board Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

Which countries trade the most with Israel and what do they buy and sell? – Al Jazeera Which countries trade the most with Israel and what do they buy and sell? – Al Jazeera Which countries trade the most with Israel and what do they buy and sell? Al JazeeraBritain, France and Canada Condemn Israel’s Expansion of Gaza War The New York TimesU.S. Ambassador Huckabee is ‘outraged’ at European leaders for condemning Israel NPR’This must end now’ and ‘Rayner’s secret plan’ BBCLammy’s rebuke of Israel marks turning point after weeks of growing frustration The Guardian Source link #countries #trade #Israel #buy #sell #Jazeera Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Stock Markets Worry as Bonds Decline Stock Markets Worry as Bonds Decline Risk Disclosure: Trading in financial instruments and/or cryptocurrencies involves high risks including the risk of losing some, or all, of your investment amount, and may not be suitable for all investors. Prices of cryptocurrencies are extremely volatile and may be affected by external factors such as financial, regulatory or political events. Trading on margin increases the financial risks. Before deciding to trade in financial instrument or cryptocurrencies you should be fully informed of the risks and costs associated with trading the financial markets, carefully consider your investment objectives, level of experience, and risk appetite, and seek professional advice where needed. Fusion Media would like to remind you that the data contained in this website is not necessarily real-time nor accurate. The data and prices on the website are not necessarily provided by any market or exchange, but may be provided by market makers, and so prices may not be accurate and may differ from the actual price at any given market, meaning prices are indicative and not appropriate for trading purposes. Fusion Media and any provider of the data contained in this website will not accept liability for any loss or damage as a result of your trading, or your reliance on the information contained within this website. It is prohibited to use, store, reproduce, display, modify, transmit or distribute the data contained in this website without the explicit prior written permission of Fusion Media and/or the data provider. All intellectual property rights are reserved by the providers and/or the exchange providing the data contained in this website. Fusion Media may be compensated by the advertisers that appear on the website, based on your interaction with the advertisements or advertisers. © 2007-2025 – Fusion Media Limited. All Rights Reserved. Source link #Stock #Markets #Worry #Bonds #Decline Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

OnlyFans star Annie Knight reveals she was hospitalised after sleeping with 583 men OnlyFans star Annie Knight reveals she was hospitalised after sleeping with 583 men Followers of *********** OnlyFans star Annie Knight were given a scare this week as the adult content creator was sent to hospital following her viral challenge of sleeping with 583 men in six hours. Source link #OnlyFans #star #Annie #Knight #reveals #hospitalised #sleeping #men Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Rockford restaurant owner faces federal arson charges for fire that destroyed his business Rockford restaurant owner faces federal arson charges for fire that destroyed his business The owner of a popular burger stand that was destroyed by fire faces federal arson charges. On Tuesday, a federal grand jury returned an indictment charging that James Purifoy, 50, “maliciously damaged and destroyed, by means of fire and explosive materials, a building at 201 15th Ave. in Rockford, Illinois.” The building was known as 15th & Chris, a business Purifoy owned and operated from July 2014 until the night of the fire, Jan. 22, 2023. In the days following the fire, Purifoy — through his attorney Elder Granger II — claimed he was attacked by three men wearing hoodies who beat him and knocked him unconscious before they set his business on fire and left him for dead. More: Rockford restaurant 15th and Chris demolished a year after fire Purifoy escaped the fire, Granger said, and was attempting to drive home to check on his family when police found him passed out in his vehicle. Granger said Purifoy was badly injured, suffering third-degree burns on 25% of his body. Granger said Purifoy was being threatened by a ******** drug cartel and that in the weeks leading up to the fire, his client received emails and text messages demanding money. The fire was under investigation for more than two years by the Federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Rockford Fire Department and the Rockford Police Department. If convicted, Purifoy faces 5 to 20 years in federal prison. An arraignment is scheduled for 10 a.m. May 27 at the Stanley J. Roszkowski United States Courthouse in Rockford. More: Accessing local journalism is even easier with the Register Star app Corina Curry is the editor of the Rockford Register Star. She can be reached at *****@*****.tld. This article originally appeared on Rockford Register Star: Rockford restaurant owner faces arson charges in 2023 fire Source link #Rockford #restaurant #owner #faces #federal #arson #charges #fire #destroyed #business Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

South Africans React to Ramaphosa’s Meeting With Trump South Africans React to Ramaphosa’s Meeting With Trump new video loaded: South Africans React to Ramaphosa’s Meeting With Trump transcript Back transcript South Africans React to Ramaphosa’s Meeting With TrumpSome South Africans defended President Cyril Ramaphosa’s handling of President Trump’s false claims during a confrontational meeting in the Oval Office while others expressed dismay. I think it was a very much necessary meeting because there was a lot of fake information going out there. I think it’s something that needed to happen for the president to be able to explain to the U.S. president. People who do get killed, unfortunately, through criminal activity are not only white people, majority of them are ****** people. Ramaphosa or the team did not realize is that this is not the traditional diplomatic stage that they are used to. It’s a new type of diplomacy. And it’s a Trump show. Turn the lights down and just put this on. It’s right behind you. Trump was pretty much prepared for him. The president and his team did not have a comeback. Recent episodes in U.S. Show more videos from U.S. Source link #South #Africans #React #Ramaphosas #Meeting #Trump Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

LinkedIn Introduces AI-Powered Job Search Tool That Supports Natural Language Search Queries LinkedIn Introduces AI-Powered Job Search Tool That Supports Natural Language Search Queries LinkedIn is rolling out a new artificial intelligence (AI) feature that will let users look for ideal roles easily. The Sunnyvale, California-based professional networking platform released the AI job search tool in the US earlier this month. It is now expanding its access globally, including in India. The AI tool will let professionals type the desired role as a natural language query, and it will find and show relevant roles. Notably, the new AI feature will only be available to LinkedIn Premium subscribers. In a press release, the company announced the new AI feature and explained how it can help professionals. Citing a survey it conducted, LinkedIn said that 60 percent of professionals in Bengaluru struggle to find job titles and industries, even when they’re open to a new opportunity. The survey also highlighted that one of the top three ways professionals define career progress is by finding a role that fits their skillset and ambition. Noting this bottleneck, LinkedIn said it has developed a new AI-powered tool that makes it easy to search for the ideal job. With the new AI-powered job search experience, users will be able to type what they’re looking for in plain language. For instance, an early-career software engineer could type, “full-stack software developer jobs in Bengaluru that are hybrid or remote work,” and the AI tool will surface results that match all of these requirements. LinkedIn says the new job search experience eliminates the need for keyword searches that may not understand the full context of what the user is looking for, and shows a large number of irrelevant roles. It also removes the hassle of manual filtering and going through multiple pages to find a vacancy that they’d prefer. “AI-powered job search is designed to make job discovery more relevant, helping them make career moves with greater confidence,” the company added. Currently, the AI-powered job search tool is only available to LinkedIn Premium subscribers. The subscription plan costs Rs. 499 a month, and offers benefits such as AI tools for interview preparation, planning My Career journey, and more. Source link #LinkedIn #Introduces #AIPowered #Job #Search #Tool #Supports #Natural #Language #Search #Queries Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

Two Israeli Embassy staff shot and killed near Jewish museum in D.C. – The Washington Post Two Israeli Embassy staff shot and killed near Jewish museum in D.C. – The Washington Post Two Israeli Embassy staff shot and killed near Jewish museum in D.C. The Washington PostMoment Jewish Museum shooting suspect is detained BBC2 Israeli Embassy staff members killed in shooting near Jewish museum in DC, officials say 6abc PhiladelphiaTwo Israeli diplomats shot, killed during event at Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, DC Fox NewsHerzog urges end to ‘mudslinging’ after Israeli politicians blame each other for US shooting The Times of Israel Source link #Israeli #Embassy #staff #shot #killed #Jewish #museum #D.C #Washington #Post Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

The Playground Cannon Might Just Be the Fastest Way to Take Down a Leviathan in Helldivers 2 The Playground Cannon Might Just Be the Fastest Way to Take Down a Leviathan in Helldivers 2 The war for democracy is now the war for Super Earth in Helldivers 2. With the new Heart of Democracy update, the Illuminate started its invasion of Super Earth. And much like the other enemy factions, the aliens have brought new enemy types like the Leviathan. Helldiver forces have immediately faced trouble going up against the Leviathans. Rest assured, traditional methods like recoilless rifles and anti-tank emplacements can eventually bring them down. But they require precise aiming, coordination, and time. Luckily for the forces of Super Earth, some players have discovered a much faster (and flashier) alternative. Helldivers 2 players always find the most creative solutions First introduced in the new Heart of Democracy update, Leviathans are some of the toughest enemies we’ve ever seen in Helldivers 2. Armed with eight laser cannons and protected by tank-grade armor, these floating death machines appear only on higher difficulty levels. You’ll also find them regularly orbiting major points of interest on the map before attacking. Usually, to bring down big enemies, we attack their weak spots. But the Leviathan’s weak spot is on its underbelly, where there are three glowing weak points. Getting into position, though, is also a dangerous job. While Anti-Tank Emplacements and heavy support weapons can get the job done, fans have found a much cooler way to do it. In the last 24 hours, multiple Helldivers on Reddit have confirmed that the Playground Cannon is the best weapon to use against a Leviathan. One player shared that they spent over two minutes firing at the Leviathan with machine guns and recoilless rounds before realizing that a single cannon blast could have ended the threat instantly. The Illuminate have reached the Heart of Democracy. Our Mega Cities are under siege. Liberty now hangs in the balance. The Ministry of Defence has authorised arsenal upgrades and placed SEAF soldiers on active duty. Today, we fight for the future of Super Earth! pic.twitter.com/GxkrAQCmKD — HELLDIVERS 2 (@helldivers2) May 20, 2025 The Playground Cannon is a stationary, high-damage emplacement located in key mission zones, particularly in the Mega Cities, where the Leviathan tends to appear. While originally meant to take down the orbital motherships that hover in the distance, these cannons can be turned on nearly any airborne target. And yes, that includes the Leviathan. It’s not as straightforward as you think The invasion has been a blast to play so far. | Image Credit: Arrowhead Game Studios But here’s the catch: many players have reported that the Playground Cannon becomes unusable once the orbital ship has been destroyed. This means that if you’re facing a Leviathan during the mission, take it down first while the cannon is still operational. As one Helldiver said, “Can confirm this. If you have a Leviathan in the area giving you grief shoot that first.” Comment byu/Byrnesi_boi from discussion inHelldivers The Illuminate attack on Super Earth has been chaotic so far. But Helldivers around the world have come to defend the planet. The resurgence of Helldivers 2’s player base following the Heart of Democracy update has been nothing short of amazing. With over 160,000 players swarming the servers on Steam alone, Super Earth is being defended by its bravest and best. Super Earth’s survival is hanging by a thread and the Illuminate continue to lay siege on our cities. And in this fight against the Leviathans and other forces, we need every advantage we can get. So next time you’re staring down the flying enemy, don’t waste time. Head for the cannon and show the Leviathan what democracy’s firepower really looks like. Are you enjoying the latest Helldivers 2 update? Do you think Arrowhead did a good job? Let us know your thoughts! Source link #Playground #Cannon #Fastest #Leviathan #Helldivers Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Realme Neo 7 Turbo Launch Date Revealed; Colour Options, Chipset Details Teased Realme Neo 7 Turbo Launch Date Revealed; Colour Options, Chipset Details Teased Realme has disclosed the launch date of the Neo 7 Turbo in China. The ******** tech brand has also teased the design, colour options, and key specifications of the new Neo series smartphone. It is confirmed to ship in two colour options with MediaTek’s recently announced Dimensity 9400e chipset under the hood. The Realme Neo 7 Turbo will be offered in a semi-transparent design. The teaser image shows dual rear cameras for the Realme Neo 7 Turbo. Realme Neo 7 Turbo Launch Date, Specifications Teased The Realme Neo 7 Turbo will be introduced in China on May 29. The launch event will begin at 2:00pm local time (11:30pm IST). It will be one of the first smartphones to run on MediaTek’s latest Dimensity 9400e processor. This flagship chip is manufactured on TSMC’s 4nm process. It has a peak frequency of 3.4GHz. The posters shared by Realme on Weibo show the Neo 7 Turbo in a semi-transparent design language resembling the design elements of Nothing smartphones. It is confirmed to be available in Transparent ****** and Transparent Grey colour options. The phone appears to have a dual rear camera unit led by a 50-megapixel main sensor. It will also ship with Realme’s Dart charging technology. Realme is accepting pre-reservations for the Neo 7 Turbo through its official website in China. Customers pre-booking the phone will get benefits worth CNY 1,775 (roughly Rs. 21,000) over interest-free instalment offers, after-sales warranty offers and exchange discounts. The Realme Neo 7 Turbo is rumoured to feature a 1.5K display and a 7,000mAh battery with 100W fast charging support. It is speculated to pack up to 16GB RAM and 1TB storage. Realme’s Neo 7 series currently comprises three models: the Neo 7, Neo 7 SE, and Neo 7x. The vanilla Realme Neo 7 was launched in December 2024 with a MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ chipset. The Realme Neo 7 SE and Neo 7x were unveiled in February this year. For the latest tech news and reviews, follow Gadgets 360 on X, Facebook, WhatsApp, Threads and Google News. For the latest videos on gadgets and tech, subscribe to our YouTube channel. If you want to know everything about top influencers, follow our in-house Who’sThat360 on Instagram and YouTube. Xbox Handheld Gaming Console to Arrive With Custom AMD Processor, Tipster Claims Dyson PencilVac With Slim Design and Up to 30 Minutes Operation Time Announced Source link #Realme #Neo #Turbo #Launch #Date #Revealed #Colour #Options #Chipset #Details #Teased Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

City of South Perth councillor Mary Choy resigns effective immediately for ‘personal reasons’ City of South Perth councillor Mary Choy resigns effective immediately for ‘personal reasons’ Mary Choy has resigned from the City of South Perth council, effective immediately. She said her resignation was due to “personal reasons.” Ms Choy was first elected as a Mill Point ward representative in 2019 and unsuccessfully ran for mayor against Greg Milner in the 2023 elections. Mr Milner said Ms Choy had contributed years of dedicated service to the community. “Ms Choy has contributed to the city in numerous ways beyond her role as councillor, including serving on the audit, risk and governance committee, the CEO evaluation committee, and as a delegate to the community safety and crime prevention group,” he said. Camera IconMary Choy sat with Lynn O’Hara and Julie Gibbs in front of an exhibit from the City of South Perth Historical Society. Credit: Ross Swanborough “We wish Ms Choy all the very best for the future and sincerely thank her for her service to the City of South Perth.” PerthNow reached out to Ms Choy for further comment but did not receive a response. The vacant position will not require an extraordinary election; instead, the position will be filled in the upcoming October elections. Cr Nic Coveney is currently the only councillor to represent the Mill Point ward. Ms Choy was one of five councillors that a special electors meeting in 2022 voted confidence in had been “undermined” during debate over a proposed recreation and aquatic facility. During the saga, she proposed the city accept petitions only if they are “respectful, decorous and temperate.” The council eventually resolved to not progress with the facility due to a “significant capital funding shortfall.” Source link #City #South #Perth #councillor #Mary #Choy #resigns #effective #immediately #personal #reasons Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Philippine president calls for all Cabinet secretaries to resign after election setbacks Philippine president calls for all Cabinet secretaries to resign after election setbacks MANILA, Philippines (AP) — Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. asked all of his Cabinet secretaries to submit resignations on Thursday in a “bold reset” of his administration following last week’s mid-term elections, which saw more opposition candidates win crucial Senate seats. Marcos, the 67-year-old son of a late Philippine dictator overthrown in 1986, won the presidency in the deeply divided Southeast Asian country by a landslide in 2022 in a stunning political comeback as he made a steadfast call for national unity. But his equally popular vice-presidential running mate, Sara Duterte, later broke from him in a falling out that has sparked intense political discord. With support from treaty ally the United States and other friendly countries, Marcos emerged as the most vocal critic of China ’s growing aggression in the disputed South China Sea while contending with an array of longstanding domestic issues, including inflation — and delayed fulfillment of a campaign promise to bring down the price of rice — as well as many reports of kidnappings and other crimes. “This is not business as usual,” Marcos was cited as saying in a government statement. “The people have spoken and they expect results — not politics, not excuses. We hear them and we will act.” Marcos called for the “courtesy resignation of all Cabinet secretaries in a decisive move to recalibrate his administration following the results of the recent elections,” the government statement said. “The request for courtesy resignations is aimed at giving the president the elbow room to evaluate the performance of each department and determine who will continue to serve in line with his administration’s recalibrated priorities,” the government said. At least 21 Cabinet secretaries led by Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin either immediately submitted their resignations or expressed their readiness to do so. “This is not about personalities — it’s about performance, alignment and urgency,” Marcos said. “Those who have delivered and continue to deliver will be recognized. But we cannot afford to be complacent. The time for comfort zones is over.” Government services will remain uninterrupted during the transition, the government said, adding that “with this bold reset, the Marcos administration signals a new phase — sharper, faster and fully focused on the people’s most pressing needs.” Five out of the 12 Senate seats contested in the mid-term elections were won by allies of Sara Duterte or her father, former President Rodrigo Duterte, who has been arrested and detained by the International Criminal Court in The Hague in the Netherlands. The elder Duterte, a staunch critic of Marcos, was accused of committing crimes against humanity over a brutal anti-drugs crackdown he launched that left thousands of mostly poor suspects dead. Marcos-endorsed senatorial candidates won five Senate seats while two other seats were unexpectedly won by two liberal democrats associated with the late former President Benigno Aquino III, whose family has long been at odds with the Marcoses. Voting for half of the 24-member Senate is crucial because the government body will hold an impeachment trial for Sara Duterte in July over an array of criminal allegations, including corruption and a public threat to assassinate Marcos, his wife and House Speaker Martin Romualdez. She made those threats in an online news conference in November but later issued a vague denial that she wanted the president killed. Sara Duterte is facing a separate criminal complaint for her threats against the Marcoses and Romualdez. Most of the seats in the House were won by candidates allied with Marcos and his cousin, Romualdez, in the May 12 elections, which many saw as a preview to the presidential elections scheduled for 2028. Source link #Philippine #president #calls #Cabinet #secretaries #resign #election #setbacks Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Bitcoin Tops $110,000 for First Time as US Optimism Lifts Crypto – Bloomberg.com Bitcoin Tops $110,000 for First Time as US Optimism Lifts Crypto – Bloomberg.com Bitcoin Tops $110,000 for First Time as US Optimism Lifts Crypto Bloomberg.comBitcoin jumps to new all-time high, surpassing prior record from January CNBCAs King Dollar Falls, BTC Price Marches Toward Highs Against Gold, Silver CoinDeskBitcoin surges to all-time peak as crypto sentiment improves ReutersBitcoin tops $110,000: Why the milestones keep coming MarketWatch Source link #Bitcoin #Tops #Time #Optimism #Lifts #Crypto #Bloomberg.com Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

*********** firms ‘upbeat’ China can navigate trade war *********** firms ‘upbeat’ China can navigate trade war Australia should not “count China out” despite a tariff war, a Reserve Bank boss says, with demand for iron ore tipped to remain high. Reflecting on a visit to China in April, RBA deputy governor Andrew Hauser says he encountered positivity from *********** companies despite Donald Trump having a week earlier announced he would impose tariffs of 145 per cent on the Asian giant. In Shanghai, he attended a discussion across retail, agriculture, banking, finance, law, health care, manufacturing and commercial property sectors. “What really struck me about that session was how upbeat most, if not all, of the firms were about the outlook for their businesses,” Mr Hauser told the Lowy Institute in Sydney on Thursday night. “For anyone wanting to cut to the chase … I’ll put it more bluntly: don’t count China out.” The central bank delegation heard similar sentiments in separate discussions with companies active in steel and iron ore. “They saw few threats to the scale and cost advantages of *********** ore, relative to other producers in the near term,” he said. “Their central expectation was for ******** steel output to remain relatively robust, remaining at or near one billion tonnes a year in the near term.” Further ******** policy stimulus was expected to continue to involve steel-intensive infrastructure investment, despite the pivot to consumption, he said. China is by far Australia’s biggest iron ore market and yields about $32 billion in export revenue every three months, according to the Department of Industry. There was also a sense among *********** companies that recent developments in trade policy could enhance their competitive position in ******** markets, Mr Hauser said. The US tariffs on China were reduced to 30 per cent on May 12, but in forecasts released this week, RBA governor Michele Bullock noted the volatility meant there was an outside chance Australia could tip into a recession if the bank’s worst fears came to fruition. The RBA this week cut the cash rate by a quarter point to 3.85 per cent, easing pressure on mortgage holders grappling with living costs and interest repayments. Three other themes emerged from Mr Hauser’s visit, in which he joined an RBA team based at the *********** embassy in Beijing responsible for “taking the temperature” of the ******** economy. People felt the economy was finally turning a corner in early 2025, the scale, speed and scope of Mr Trump’s tariff announcements were a shock, and China felt it had a strong economic hand in responding to tariffs, he said. Source link #*********** #firms #upbeat #China #navigate #trade #war Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Google gets in gear with Volvo to drive connected vehicle AI Google gets in gear with Volvo to drive connected vehicle AI Among a plethora of artificial intelligence (AI) innovation demonstrated at its flagship I/O 2025 event, Google has announced it has extended its technology partnership with car giant Volvo, with the aim of delivering more rapidly the latest developments in the Android Automotive OS operating system to customers that own Volvo models with Google built-in. Founded in 1927, Volvo sells to customers in more than 100 countries, and has the ambition to become a fully electric carmaker as part of its commitment to an ongoing reduction of its carbon footprint, achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040. The extended partnership will see Volvo​ car​s serve as one of Google’s reference hardware platforms for future Android development in cars. Volvo models with Google technology built-in, in particular the Gemini AI platform, include the Volvo EX90, an all-electric Volvo EX90 sports utility vehicle (SUV). Volvo says that among the features of the seven-seat family vehicle is an “invisible shield” of safety enabled by sensing technology including cameras, radars and lidar. These are connected to the car’s high core computers running Volvo Cars’ in-house software to create a real-time, 360-degree view of the world. In addition, the core software system is powered by Nvidia Drive AI platforms Xavier and Orin, Snapdragon Cockpit Platforms from Qualcomm Technologies and in-house developed software by Volvo engineers. These run most of the core functions inside the car, from safety and infotainment to battery management. Future software will also include Google Gemini AI, and Volvo cars with Google built-in will be among the first to benefit from the latest conversational AI technology. Volvo believes that with Gemini in the car, drivers can better understand ​what they want through natural conversations​. They can talk naturally to craft messages, translate them into another language before sending, ask questions from the car’s user manual or learn specific details about a destination. Natural conversation is seen to help reduce drivers’ cognitive load so they can stay focused on driving, reducing distractions for everyone onboard. Gemini will replace the current Google Assistant in Volvo cars with Google built-in later in 2025, and Volvo​ car​s will now serve as one of Google’s reference hardware platforms for future Android development in cars. This means Google will use Volvo as a lead development partner for ​new ​features and updates, before adding them to the main Android codebase. Google is confident that the upshot of this is that it and Volvo Cars can “innovate together” on new connected experiences​, making sure Volvo drivers will be among the first to enjoy the latest Android features and performance enhancements. They also expect their partnership to ​accelerate advancements in the connected car space for the entire automotive industry and drivers around the world. Patrick Brady, vice-president of Android for Cars at Google, said: “For years, Google and Volvo Cars have collaborated closely to bring cutting-edge technology to connected cars. We’re excited to deepen this partnership, accelerating the pace of innovation that will not only improve the driving experience for Volvo customers, but also set new benchmarks for the automotive industry.” Alwin Bakkenes, head of global software engineering at Volvo Cars, added: “We strive to deliver human-centric technology, and a stunning customer experience is an essential part of this. Through this partnership with Google, we are able to bring the very latest features and capabilities from the leading consumer ecosystem into our products first. With our expanding partnership, we’re collaborating on cutting-edge solutions that shape the future of connected cars.” Source link #Google #gear #Volvo #drive #connected #vehicle Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

An Israeli politician made rare criticism of Israel’s conduct in Gaza and sparked an outcry An Israeli politician made rare criticism of Israel’s conduct in Gaza and sparked an outcry Killing babies “as a hobby.” “Expelling a population”. “Fighting against civilians.” It is some of the harshest language against Israel’s wartime conduct in Gaza – and it came this week from a prominent Israeli politician, sparking a domestic uproar as the country faces heavy international criticism. Source link #Israeli #politician #rare #criticism #Israels #conduct #Gaza #sparked #outcry Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

One of Henry Cavill’s Favorite Games Is 90% Off on Steam Till May 25 One of Henry Cavill’s Favorite Games Is 90% Off on Steam Till May 25 If you’ve ever wanted to experience the adventures of Geralt of Rivia, now’s your best chance. For less than $5, CD Projekt Red’s The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is currently on a 90% *****. This ***** is a chance for you to pick up a title that even Henry Cavill, the former on-screen Geralt himself, has passionately played multiple times. The Witcher 3 is a big enough game that most of us have probably heard about at some point, even if we haven’t played it. You’ll rarely find anyone who doesn’t compliment this game, and it is currently celebrating its 10th anniversary. But if you do want to play it, there’s never been a better time. The Witcher 3 is now 10 years old, and it’s mega cheap Originally released in 2015, The Witcher 3 remains one of the most critically acclaimed RPGs of all time. The game’s original price is $39.99, but you’ll almost always find it for cheaper. But for the current *****, though, the base game is now available for just $3.99 on Steam and Microsoft Store. Celebrate 10 years of killing monsters and forging unforgettable memories! It’s been a decade since you began the search for Ciri, discovering all the choices, adventures, and stories that followed. Thank you for walking this Path with us. #10YearsofTheWitcher3 pic.twitter.com/uG95yoYRcO — The Witcher (@thewitcher) May 19, 2025 The Complete Edition, which includes the Hearts of Stone and Blood and Wine expansions, is also heavily discounted. You can get them for just $10 on PC, or $12 on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S. And before you ask, yes, they’re well worth it. These DLCs are some of the most critically acclaimed to ever come out, with Blood and Wine having the second highest Metacritic score of all time among DLCs. There’s no shortage of praise for The Witcher 3, even ten years after its initial release. It is still a benchmark for a good open-world RPG game, and it deserves all the praise it gets. It’s hard to get complex side quests and characters right, but CDPR knocked it out of the park, and we’ve compared other games to it ever since. “The Witcher 3. I just replayed all the way through,” said Henry Cavill. “Love that game. Really good game.”#HenryCavil #GeraltofRivia #TheWitcher #Netflix pic.twitter.com/Gi5cUUsymY — Sergio (@sergioees) September 4, 2018 Steam’s CD Projekt Red ***** doesn’t stop at The Witcher 3. Players can pick up the entire trilogy for $15 or less. The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings is currently priced at $3, and the original Witcher is available for just $1.50. Henry Cavill is one of the biggest fans of the game There has never been a better match for Geralt. | Image Credit: Netflix We’ve seen many celebrities in the entertainment industry who are passionate about their hobbies outside the big screen. But few actors have been as publicly passionate about a game as Henry Cavill is about The Witcher 3. The actor has already portrayed Geralt of Rivia in Netflix’s live-action adaptation for three seasons and has been a vocal advocate for the franchise. In interviews, he’s shared that he played through The Witcher 3 multiple times and even contacted Netflix directly when he heard a show was in development—he was that eager to embody the monster-slaying protagonist. His love for the game started well before his involvement in the show, and he’s often described The Witcher 3 as one of his go-to escapes from the demands of Hollywood life. Even if you’re not a Cavill-level Witcher nerd, there’s never been a better time to dive into Geralt’s world. For less than the price of a movie ticket or a coffee, you’re getting dozens of hours of gameplay with stories that rival Hollywood screenwriting. In a time where even full-price games don’t always deliver the same quality, deals like this are our best bets. Source link #Henry #Cavills #Favorite #Games #Steam Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]