The makers of Assassin’s Creed Shadows have confirmed leaked footage of the game is real, with Ubisoft working on patches to improve the game’s quality before its official release on 20 March. Set in Japan, the game features two playable protagonists – a female ninja and Yasuke, known as “the African samurai.” Ubisoft has faced challenges with recent game releases and is undergoing restructuring efforts to drive cost reductions and reshape the company.
Full Article
Diddy's trial faced interruptions this week due to a juror's illness and the Juneteenth holiday, but resumed with testimony from former assistant Brendan Paul, who detailed demanding work conditions and contradictions in sexual encounter claims. Text messages from Cassie Ventura highlighted allegations of abuse, while the defense aimed to frame encounters as consensual, setting the stage for closing arguments next week. Need More Context? 🔎
Read moreBitcoin is experiencing a significant surge, trading near record highs amidst optimism about political and regulatory support from the Trump administration, having risen over 50% since November. This resurgence marks a shift in investor sentiment towards cryptocurrencies, with growing acceptance among regulators and a notable increase in funds tracking digital assets, now totaling $176 billion. Need More Context? 🔎
Read moreCountries around the world, including the EU and the United States, are conducting large-scale evacuations of their citizens from the Middle East due to the escalating Israel-Iran conflict. These evacuations are being carried out using military and chartered flights, land convoys, and cruise ships. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Countries are helping their people leave a dangerous place because there is a big fight going on. Need More Context? 🔎
Read moreA suspect in a road rage incident involving Ohio Rep. Max Miller has turned himself in after Miller reported being threatened and run off the road by a man waving a Palestinian flag. The suspect, Feras Hamdan, faces charges including aggravated menacing, with the incident highlighting rising political violence amid recent threats against lawmakers. Need More Context? 🔎
Read moreA serious crash involving four cars on Auckland's Southern Motorway near the Highbrook offramp has caused significant traffic delays for northbound motorists. The collision occurred around 2:25 PM, resulting in two injuries—one moderate and one serious—as police urge drivers to be patient amid long queues at the scene. Need More Context? 🔎
Read moreMore than 200 gunmen attacked a Niger army base in Banibangou, resulting in at least 34 soldiers killed and 14 injured, according to the defense ministry. The junta, which has expelled Western forces and sought alliances with Russia and Turkey for security, is under scrutiny for its inability to combat ongoing jihadist violence in the region. Need More Context? 🔎
Read more
News Summarized. Time Saved. Bite-sized news briefs for busy people. No fluff, just facts.
