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The season two premiere of The Last of Us, titled "Future Days," highlights the strained relationship between Joel and Ellie, played by Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey, who share minimal screen time. The episode resumes with Ellie accepting Joel's lies about the events of season one and explores Joel's therapy sessions, where he reflects on their distance and admits to having hurt Ellie, albeit claiming he saved her. Tensions escalate during a New Year’s Eve...

NASA astronaut Don Pettit has released a time-lapse video showcasing SpaceX’s Starlink satellites traversing space, captured from the International Space Station (ISS). The 18-second clip also features the illumination of city lights on Earth, situated 250 miles below, alongside the twinkling of distant stars. Pettit is known for his creative video work, which often highlights the intersection of technology and the beauty of space. Full Article

Bungie has unveiled its upcoming team-based extraction shooter, Marathon, revealing gameplay and a cinematic short during its recent showcase, with a release date set for September 23. Players will take on the role of a Runner, a cybernetic mercenary exploring the remnants of Tau Ceti IV in teams of three, battling rival teams and security forces for loot to keep for future runs. A Closed Alpha Test is scheduled from April 23 to May 4,...

In Montana, the only coal-fired power plant in the U.S. without modern pollution controls, Talen Energy Corp.'s Colstrip, has the highest emission rate of fine particulate matter, which poses serious health risks. Under the Trump administration, this and 46 other plants are granted two-year waivers from strict air pollution regulations to support the coal industry, citing the need for energy supply for emerging technologies like AI. The White House claims this initiative will allow for...

The tech industry may not be safe from new tariffs U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick indicated that the tech industry could face new tariffs despite the Trump administration's recent announcement to exempt consumer electronics like laptops and smartphones from earlier tariffs. Although Trump delayed several tariffs this week, he maintained a 10% tariff on certain goods. This situation reflects ongoing uncertainty regarding the impact of tariffs on the tech sector. Full Article

When using an AIO liquid cooler or a custom water cooling loop for a PC, it may seem logical to run the pump at full speed for optimal thermal performance, assuming that increased flow leads to better cooling. However, this isn't necessarily the case, as maximum pump speed may not always result in the best cooling efficiency. Adhering to specific guidelines can help achieve a balance between pump speed and cooling performance, ensuring an effective...