Articles by John Lopez
People are Turning to Tabletop Games as Therapy; Is it Effective?
Mental health professionals are starting to recognize the therapeutic value of tabletop role-playing games (TTRPGs) in providing a safe space for clients to discuss sensitive topics.
Near-extinct Siberian Tiger Tracks Found in China, Suggests Successful Recovery Efforts
Wildlife conservation efforts in China appear to have paid off because of the recent discovery of nearly extinct Siberian tiger footprints in Heilongjiang province, where the big cats once roamed.
How is this Company Jacking Up Rent Prices Artificially? Through Software Algorithm Says Antitrust Lawsuit
A cartel of big lessors could be conspiring to inflate the cost of rent in the US. As per CNBC, rent prices jumped by a double-digit proportion during the first half of 2022, reaching a national average of $2,495.
Elon Musk's Plan to Sack 75% of Twitter's Workforce May Jeopardize Data Security, Content Moderation
Tesla CEO Elon Musk is reportedly planning to lay off nearly 75% of Twitter's workforce once the billionaire finalizes the contentious deal with the bird app company.
Flash Sale: This Unlocked OnePlus 9 5G Is Now Priced at Only $299 (Discount Coupons Now Available)
This non-Pro unlocked OnePlus 9 with 5G is now available for $349 ($299 with Discount Coupon) on the OnePlus official store.
City Hall Takes Down Karen-themed Halloween Display After Local Leader Cried Foul
Prosser city officials have taken down a Halloween contest display from City Hall that some residents deemed offensive.
Verizon Introduces New Prepaid Plans, Inclusions, Price Cuts
Verizon is now offering three options, as well as a new Unlimited Plus tier that takes into account premium perks, such as a six-month subscription to Disney Plus.
The Apple Watch Series 8 Is Now Available with Lowest-Ever Prices on Amazon
Amazon now offers several cellular stainless sheets of steel Apple Watch Series 8 models at a reduced price.
German Chancellor Expresses 'Worldwide Renaissance' for Coal Woes
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz told the parliament that the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine must not result in a "worldwide renaissance" of coal energy plants.
The World's Biggest Digital Camera to Capture Record-Resolution Images of the Distant Universe Soon
Rubin Observatory's LSST Camera, which is rumored to be the world's largest digital camera in the works, can image far-off celestial bodies with a 3.2 gigapixel resolution.
Climate Activists in Germany Glued Themselves to the Volkswagen Showroom Floor
Climate protesters glued themselves to the Porsche pavilion floor at Volkswagen's Autostadt, joined by concerned researchers and environmental activists from Scientist Rebellion, to lobby their calls to decarbonize the German transportation sector.
Oppo Comes Roaring with Reno8 Pro 5G House of the Dragon Limited Edition Set
Oppo has just released the Reno8 Pro 5G, part of a limited-edition House of the Dragon set. Get a unit in time for 'House of the Dragon' Episode 10, 'The Black Queen.'
Iran Government Censors Protests with Internet Outages
The government has implemented strict internet controls, blocking access to social media and messaging services.
TSMC Eyes Japan Expansion as US-China Chip Tensions Continue
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. is reportedly looking to expand its market to its Japanese neighbor. As the United States continues to impose a chip supply curtailment against China.
Experts Worry Russian Invasion Caused Massive Ecological Damage, Ukraine to Roll Out Green Recovery Plan
Since February, the war in Ukraine has presented the environment with unprecedented and long-term challenges. Scientists are growing increasingly concerned about the ecological implications of Ukraine's turmoil.
Tesla Is Securing Lease of a Massive Building in Illinois, Job Listings Suggest New Key Distribution Center
Tesla is looking to open a new factory in Pontoon Beach, Illinois, near St. Louis. Tesla, one of the world's fastest-growing vehicle manufacturers, has been seen building gigafactories around the world to meet the growing demand for self-driving electric vehicles.
Philippines Inks Anti-Text Scam SIM Card Registration Law, Critics Fear State Surveillance
Philippine President Bongbong Marcos signed into law the contentious SIM Card Registration Act. Lawmakers claim it will be a major leap toward combating the country's rampant text scams.
Virgin Media Now Offers Interesting Deals for Stream Customers (Save Up to $35)
Virgin Media is giving its Stream customers even more value, with up to £31 ($35) per month savings on popular subscriptions such as BT Sport, Sky Sports, and Sky Cinema when compared to Sky's new streaming service.
Sims 4 Is Now Free to Download; Here's How to Add the Game
EA's "The Sims 4" Base Game is now completely free to download. The developers stated that the change is intended to encourage more players to share their stories through the game.
Honda Unveils Business Jet Capable of Auto Landing and Record Air Miles
Honda Aircraft revealed on Monday, Oct. 17 that the HondaJet Elite II will have a maximum range of 2,865 kilometers, increasing the distance by 204 kilometers. The new luxurious aircraft can fly farther than past iterations.
UK Competition Watchdog Orders Meta to Sell GIPHY
The United Kingdom's Competition and Markets Authority orders Meta to sell the gif database GIPHY following antitrust consultations. The UK watchdog concludes in a recently released document that Meta's acquisition of Giphy would disrupt the online advertising market.
'Resident Evil 8' Latest Patch Triggers Save File Bug
"Resident Evil Village" players recently reported black screens appearing unexpectedly, along with an error message stating that their data is "incompatible." Developers assured affected players that a fix is on its way.
Google's Project Starline Lets Employees Chat with Realistic Hologram Versions of Coworkers, Friends, Family
Google plans to expand testing of its in-house Project Starline, video call booths where users can chat with hologram versions of their friends, coworkers, and family.
One Billion Snow Crabs Disappear in Alaska; Scientists Point Out Climate Change and Overfishing
Alaskan officials are now investigating the disappearance of nearly one billion snow crabs in the Bering Sea.
Tesla Upgrades Semi Truck Megacharger with New Charger Cooling System Patent
Tesla has already begun production of the Semi Truck and is now focused on improving its corresponding Megacharger.
Minecraft Live 2022: New Mobs, Blocks, Features Coming to 'Minecraft'
Minecraft Live 2022 has just concluded, and new Minecraft features are to be added to the game. Minecraft Live 2022 has just concluded, and it is safe to say that Mojang delivered these new Minecraft features to be added to the game.
Wisk's 6 Gen Autonomous Electric Aircraft Can Take off and Land Vertically, To Take the Skies Soon
This fully autonomous aerial vehicle is Wisk's sixth-generation aircraft which can take off and land vertically. The aircraft is said to land on strips called Verti ports.
Chinese University Study Reveals 2 Million People in Hong Kong Suffered from Long COVID
A study from HK's Chinese University advised that up to two million people in Hong Kong may have endured long-term COVID or post-COVID conditions.
Level Up Your Gaming with the Low-Latency Innodude Gaming Wireless Earphone (Available for a 10% Discount)
The Innodude Gaming Wireless Earphones can assist true gamers in detecting small details such as footsteps or an enemy reloading right around the corner.
Konami Enters the Metaverse with Spotted Web3 Jobs Listing, Hints About New NFT Trading Game
Japanese video game and entertainment company Konami intends to join the metaverse after recently posting job listings for Web3-related positions.
