Articles by John Lopez
NHTSA Concludes Probe into Tesla's 'Passenger Play' Feature, Ends Driver Distraction Concerns
The NHTSA recently announced that it is closing the investigation into more than 500,000 Tesla vehicles. The feature was disabled by Tesla while the cars are in motion.
Alarming Study Reveals Rapid Changes in Southern Ocean, Melting Ice Mass, Raising Concerns for Future
A recent study has revealed that changes in the circulation of the Southern Ocean are happening faster than expected, raising concerns about deep ocean currents and climate regulation.
WhatsApp Rolling Out 2 New Features: App Language Customization, Message Draft Filter
The first feature allows users to customize the language of the app independently of their device's default language, enhancing accessibility for a diverse user base. The second feature improves the message draft feature.
Cochlea-Inspired Sensor Enhances Sound Detection in Noisy Environments
Scientists from renowned institutions in Germany have developed a microelectromechanical sensor inspired by the cochlea, a bone in the inner ear, which has the potential to revolutionize sound detection in noisy environments.
French Medical Bodies Demand Punishment for Researcher's Controversial 'Unauthorized' Covid-19 Drug Trial
French researcher Didier Raoult is facing criticism from prominent medical organizations for conducting unauthorized drug trials, particularly involving hydroxychloroquine for COVID-19 treatment.
UK Consumers Fall Victim to Facebook, Instagram Online Shopping Scams Every 7 Minutes: Study
A recent study by Lloyds Banking Group revealed that Facebook and Instagram are major hubs for online shopping scams that affect UK consumers.
Australian Girl, 13, Falls Victim to Deadly 'Chroming' Social Media Trend
Australian girl, Esra, tragically lost her life at the age of 13 due to the dangerous trend of "chroming" - inhaling fumes from substances like aerosol cans and metallic paints.
Elon Musk Pops Twitter Storage Joke, Users Have Mixed Reactions
Elon Musk recently shared a meme on Twitter about the storage space consumed by the Twitter application on smartphones. Musk highlighted Twitter's 9.52 GB storage requirement, contrasting it with the smaller storage consumption of other popular apps like Pornhub.
Beijing Unveils Landmark Web3 White Paper to Boost Innovation, Development
The Beijing Municipal Science and Technology Commission released the "Web3 Innovation and Development White Paper" during the Zhongguancun Forum, highlighting the significance of Web3 technology for the future of the Internet industry.
China Eastern Airlines Launches Homegrown C919 Jet into Commercial Service
China Eastern Airlines Corp Ltd has achieved a significant milestone by introducing the domestically developed narrow-body C919 jet into passenger service.
New York Generates Record-Breaking 20% of Electricity from Solar Power
New York achieved a significant renewable energy milestone by generating a record-breaking 20% of its electricity from solar power.
Doctors Extract Massive Ball of Chewing Gum from Young Boy's Stomach
Cleveland Clinic doctors faced a strange and concerning situation when they had to remove a huge clump of chewing gum from a young boy's stomach.
China's Cyberspace Watchdog Purges 1.4 Million Social Media Posts - Why?
China's online watchdog, the Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC), has deleted 1.4 million social media posts and taken down 66,600 accounts in a two-month investigation targeting online violations.
Valorant Pro Player Receives Jail Term in Shocking Match-Fixing Scandal
In 2021, two Singaporean players in the game Valorant were banned and fined for plotting to throw a competitive match to bet against their own team. Now, the law has caught up with them.
New Research Reveals How Gulls Developed a Taste for Human-Touched Food
A new study challenges the perception of seagulls, particularly herring gulls, as coastal nuisances and reveals their surprising intelligence and social skills.
This Passenger Plane Aims to Shatter the Sound Barrier in Record Time
Texas-based company Venus Aerospace is pushing the boundaries of supersonic aviation with its groundbreaking project called the Stargazer.
MoviePass Makes a Comeback Along With New Subscription Plans
With revamped plans and a dedication to supporting the movie theater industry, MoviePass now offers subscribers up to 30 movies per month at over 4,000 theaters nationwide.
Maximize Your Apple AirPods' Battery Life With These Easy Steps
Do these steps and enhance your AirPods' battery performance while immersing yourself in your favorite music, calls, or podcasts.
Billionaire Mike Cannon-Brookes to Revive Sun Cable Project, Exporting Solar Power from Australia to Singapore
Billionaire Mike Cannon-Brookes, a co-founder of Atlassian Corp., is set to revive the Sun Cable project, aiming to export solar power from Australia to Singapore.
Pokémon Software Shipments Surpass 480 Million Units Thanks to 'Scarlet and Violet'
The Pokémon Company recently announced that the shipment of Pokémon software has reached an astonishing 480 million units as of March 2023, representing a surge of 40 million units compared to the previous year.
Microsoft Office, More Programs Hit by 'Document Not Saved' Error, Microsoft Confirms Glitch
Microsoft has confirmed the existence of the glitch, which displays a "Document not saved" error message and hinders users' ability to save files.
Fresh Apple Patent Hints at Future 'Find My Apple Pencil' Feature
Apple fans may soon have a new feature to help them locate their misplaced Apple Pencil, according to a recent patent application from Apple.
TikTok's 'Tako' AI Chatbot Runs Exclusive Tests in the Philippines
TikTok is currently testing a new chatbot feature called "Tako" in the Philippines. The chatbot aims to enhance the user experience by providing personalized recommendations and helping users discover entertaining content on the app.
MacPrime's Investigation Reveals Apple's Secretive Zurich Vision Lab Powering Apple Car, AR Headset, Siri Future
An exclusive four-year investigation by MacPrime unveils the secret research facility of Apple in Zurich, known as the Zurich Vision Lab.
Following Merge with Showtime, Paramount Plus Announce Price Hike for Subscribers Starting June 27
The essential plan will now cost $5.99 monthly, and the premium plan, including Showtime access, will be priced at $11.99 monthly.
Nvidia Shares Surge 25% Thanks to AI, Pushing Market Valuation Near $1 Trillion
Nvidia Corp's shares have surged by 25% due to the rapid growth and immense potential of artificial intelligence (AI) applications.
China Dismisses US Critical Infra Espionage Allegations as 'Collective Disinformation Campaign'
In response to allegations made by the United States and its allies regarding digital espionage and infiltration of Western infrastructure, the Chinese government has dismissed the claims as a "collective disinformation campaign."
Chinese Fraudster Exploits AI in Million-Yuan Swindle, Raises Concerns Over Rising Voice Scams
A Chinese fraudster successfully scammed a wealthy businessman out of millions of yuan using artificial intelligence (AI).
Amazon Prime Gaming Unveils Surprise 8 Free Indie Games Today
The initial lineup included popular games such as Star Wars: Rogue Squadron 3D, Planescape Torment: Enhanced Edition, and Lake. Star Wars fans are particularly excited about the inclusion of Rogue Squadron 3D.
Self-Propelled Microrobots Could be the Future of Medicine: Study
Researchers at the University of Colorado Boulder have achieved significant progress in developing self-propelled microrobots that could revolutionize healthcare.
