LinkedPrime
Jobs

News from November 4, 2025

553 articles found

British MPs are comparing one another to Cliff Bleszinski's dead live-service FPS LawBreakers to score points as videogame debate comes to UK Parliament
Technology

British MPs are comparing one another to Cliff Bleszinski's dead live-service FPS LawBreakers to score points as videogame debate comes to UK Parliament

Remember LawBreakers? I have to be honest: I didn't. Or rather, I didn't until the game was suddenly resurrected in—of all places—the UK Parliament. If you suffer from the same defect of memory I do: LawBreakers was Cliff Bleszinski's ill-fated competitive FPS from 2017—the first game the developer made at his studio Boss Key Productions after he departed Epic. It was actually quite good, but that didn't stop it from meeting its final death just a year after it released. Now it's been summoned again, in the same part of the UK Parliament that once played host to the trials of Saint Thomas More and King Charles I, and I can only imagine their spirits are humbled to share the venue with such august company. UK Members of Parliament took to Westminster Hall to have a natter about a petition to "Prohibit publishers irrevocably disabling videogames they have already sold." In other words, the goals of the Stop Killing Games campaign. Ben Goldsborough, MP for South Norfolk, outed himself as a Victoria 2, Cities: Skylines, and Oddworld fan. Lib Dem MP Tom Gordon professed his Sims love. But the most baffling videogame cameo in the debate was, surely, LawBreakers, which was brought up by Labour's Mark Sewards—ostensibly to highlight a point about access to a game going away, but more realistically just so he could squeeze in a sick burn on his political opponents. "Another example [of games being killed], which Ross [Scott, Stop Killing Games founder] gave me is LawBreakers—a game that I imagine would have been popular with certain Members of the previous Parliament." Do you hear that? That's the critical hit klaxon going off. Civil wars have been started in this country for less. By the time this article has gone live I'll likely have been conscripted to fight in The Anarchy 2. Appropriately enough, Sewards' little aside garnered a few chortles from the assorted politicos, and he seemed very pleased with himself for the dig. It may have been lost on some of Parliament's older members, mind you. Which specific examples of, ah, untoward behaviour Sewards is referencing by the UK's previous Conservative government aren't made clear, but it's likely he had in mind events like the 'Partygate' scandal that helped topple Boris Johnson as PM, or the failure of then-Chancellor Jeremy Hunt to declare luxury flats purchases to Companies House. Sewards didn't just namecheck LawBreakers—though that's the only game he weaponised—he also referenced Babylon's Fall and Anthem as examples of games that went the way of the dodo and left players in the lurch. Referencing the government's statement that it has no plans to intervene in the UK videogame market, Sewards said that he "cannot help but observe that what is happening in this space could be perceived as a breach of consumer protection under unfair trading regulations. Those regulations prohibit traders from hiding information that consumers need in order to make an informed choice, yet when consumers buy a game today, they are almost never told how long it will remain functional. Consumers are sold a one-time purchase, but the publisher reserves the right to terminate it at any time for any reason."

Joshua Wolens
Virginia 2025 election results: Spanberger, Earle-Sears face off in governor's race
Technology

Virginia 2025 election results: Spanberger, Earle-Sears face off in governor's race

Virginia, one of only two states holding gubernatorial races this November, is hosting a face-off between Republican Lt. Governor Winsome Earle-Sears and Democratic former U.S. Rep. Abigail Spanberger. The winner is set to be Virginia's first female governor. Republicans have hoped to keep the governorship -- currently held by term-limited Gov. Glenn Youngkin -- in their hands, while Democrats hope to capitalize on backlash to federal government layoffs, which have been deeply felt in Virginia. Both candidates have discussed issues such as energy, education, and immigration enforcement on the trail and during their debate in October. Down the ballot, Republican candidate and radio host John Reid is facing Democratic candidate state Sen. Ghazala Hashmi in the race for lieutenant governor, which is voted on separately from governor. In the race for attorney general, Jason Miyares, the Republican incumbent, is facing off against Democratic candidate and former House of Delegates member Jay Jones. Jones faced calls from Republicans to drop out of the race in October after Jones' recent texting scandal, in which he was revealed to have called for violence against a Republican lawmaker. Jones has apologized for the texts and said he will be "accountable for my mistakes."

Oren Oppenheim
Steelers And Ravens AFC North Battle Predicted After Week 9
Technology

Steelers And Ravens AFC North Battle Predicted After Week 9

Week 13 isn’t as fortunate for the Steelers, who will be hosting the Buffalo Bills. The Pittsburgh defense has fallen off a cliff after an elite 2024-25 season and ranks well below the Bills. The offenses are also incomparable; this loss drops the home team to 7-5. Steelers And Ravens Week 14 The Steelers will be on the road to challenge the Ravens in Week 14. It’s an important game, not just because it’s in the division, but more specifically, for tie-breakers at the end of the year. The defenses on both sides are equally pugent, but Baltimore’s elite offense gives them a huge advantage over Pittsburgh’s mediocre one. This important swing-game improves the home team to 8-5, and their opponent drops to 7-6. Steelers And Ravens Week 15 The Ravens are on the road against the Bengals in Week 15. There’s no reason to rush Burrow back this season, and even if they were still in the hunt, it’d be unlikely to see him by this point. Baltimore should keep the winning streak alive and improve to 9-5. The Steelers will look forward to hosting the Miami Dolphins after a haul of stiff competition in Week 15. The Dolphins are falling apart and are overdue for an overhaul. Pittsburgh should improve to 8-6. Steelers And Ravens Week 16 The New England Patriots will be in Baltimore for Week 16. The Patriots will present the toughest competition for the Ravens in weeks. The defensive edge easily belongs to New England, while the offensive matchup requires more projection. Baltimore currently ranks lower on the season, but is certainly the better team with Jackson at the helm. It’s a stiff test, but they would improve to 10-5. The Steelers’ tougher schedule continues in Week 16, when they go on the road to face the Detroit Lions. It’s a matchup nightmare for Pittsburgh, going up against a top-ten offense and defense. This loss puts them at 8-7. Steelers And Ravens Week 17 The Ravens’ winning streak has to come to an end at some point, and their trip to challenge the Green Bay Packers in Week 17 raises those concerns. This marks the first playoff team of yesteryear since Week Ten. The top-ten offense and defense will be matchup hell for Baltimore, who would then drop to 10-6.

Howe Fresh,Stadium Rant
“I’ve been influenced”: Hobby Lobby’s viral minimalist pot sparks shopping frenzy for holiday decorations
Technology

“I’ve been influenced”: Hobby Lobby’s viral minimalist pot sparks shopping frenzy for holiday decorations

TikTokers have sold out a viral Hobby Lobby Christmas tree and matching pot weeks before the holiday season, and those lucky enough to find one are showing off how they style it. What is the viral Hobby Lobby pot? A ceramic pot from Hobby Lobby has gone viral after TikTokers shared their holiday decorations. Many style it by placing a small Christmas tree inside and tying a black or red ribbon around the neck of the vase. The result is a minimalist and classy Christmas decoration. The beige ceramic vase costs $27.99 and is sold out online at the time of publication, according to Hobby Lobby’s website. @evelynramoz93 I’ve been influenced 🫠@Hobby Lobby #hobbylobby #hobbylobbyfinds #christmas #christmasdecor ♬ original sound – Evelyn Many shoppers say they’ve had trouble finding the viral item in stores. One TikToker filmed herself searching every aisle of her local Hobby Lobby before leaving empty-handed. Despite the shortage, others have managed to snag the pot in stores that still have limited stock. What do shoppers think of the viral holiday decoration? In the comments of several TikToks, Hobby Lobby shoppers shared their own “hunt” stories. “My husband surprised me with a night out tonight, and I scored all of this at Hobby Lobby tonight! The vase was the last one! And the tree was a little harder to hunt down, but I finally found it on a top shelf!” one wrote. “I used velvet navy blue ribbon, LOOKS FABULOUS. I used the stems to have them droop. Looks so good,” said another. Others said they found partial success. “Just got my trees and ribbon yesterday, but didn’t find the vases,” another commented. Shoppers who aren’t able to find the pot in stores share alternatives they found to achieve the same look in TikTok comments. “I found my white pot at T.J. Maxx. I bet at home has some great options too,” one says. “I bought the red glass container, in the same section as the trees, for my container. I took the berries off the twine ‘ribbon’ and will leave it out year-round,” another writes. “Home Depot has a lot of different vases and colors. Little pricey but will have anything you are looking for,” a third suggests. The internet is chaotic—but we’ll break it down for you in one daily email. Sign up for the Daily Dot’s newsletter here.

Rebekah Harding
Civilization 7's latest update brings a sweeping balance pass and a broadside of naval mechanics, while Firaxis offers Blackbeard for free as a 'special thanks' to players
Technology

Civilization 7's latest update brings a sweeping balance pass and a broadside of naval mechanics, while Firaxis offers Blackbeard for free as a 'special thanks' to players

Firaxis' attempt to right the ailing vessel that is Civilization VII continues, with its latest update bringing a major balance pass for all civs, plus a bunch of new systems designed to enhance oceanic play. And if you've already picked up Firaxis' latest and most divisive entry in the series, you have the opportunity to pick up history's most notorious pirate entirely for free. Creative director Ed Beach provided an overview of update 1.3.0 in a developer video, starting with that civ-focussed balance pass. Exactly one dozen civilizations are getting a rework, namely Aksum, Chola, Egypt, Great Britain, Hawaii, Maya, Mississippian, Prussia, Qing, Songhai, Spain, and finally, Persia, which has been renamed slightly to differentiate it from a new DLC Civ. While the changes vary slightly between civs, the general thrust is the same. "The majority of these adjustments are significant buffs aimed at strengthening these fan-favourite Civs," Beach explains. "We're also introducing more specific bonuses to help each Civ lean into a unique playstyle." One example is that Egypt now receives "tailored" bonuses for building settlements and districts alongside river tiles. In other words, Civ 7 is officially less in de-Nile about Egyptian history. As for those naval improvements, update 1.3.0 introduces a new building called the harbour, which according to Beach has "a base production yield and gives additional production on fishing boats" alongside forming the new spawn point for all naval units. Meanwhile, players who reach the exploration age can recruit a new seaborne unit—the Privateer. Described as the "ultimate naval raider" by Beach, Privateers aren't bound by the conventional rules of diplomacy, able to freely cross borders, pillage trade routes and attack rival military units regardless of your current affiliation. More broadly, naval combat has been overhauled. Where sea-battles were exclusively melee affairs before, with ships essentially jostling each other like wooden sumo wrestlers, the update splits naval units into melee and ranged types to make combat more strategically interesting. The oceans have also been made livelier too, scattered with shallow atolls that will bring any ship passing through them to a grinding halt, and populated with crabs and turtles that you can harvest. All these nautical changes coincide neatly with the release of Civ 7's latest civilization collection, Tides of Power. The first part of this releases today and adds two new civs, namely Tonga and the Republic of Pirates, as well as Edward Teach (aka Edward Thatch [aka Blackbeard]) as a leader. The second part will land next January, bringing Iceland and the Ottomans into the game, and Sayyida Al Hurra as a leader. Normally, these collections must be paid for. But as a "special thank you gift" for Civ 7 owners, this one can be claimed for free from today until January 5 next year. That seems like a pretty sweet deal, though I am slightly suspicious about allowing Blackbeard into my game so easily. It sounds like the kind of ruse the dastardly pirate himself would pull, and only too late do you discover that he's sailed back into the uncharted waters of the Internet with your credit card number. In any case, update 1.3.0 provides a welcome array of additions. I think it's unlikely the update will make a huge difference to the sequel's general perception, but bigger changes are afoot. In the coming months, Firaxis plans to add a more traditional alternative to its controversial age transition mechanic, one that will let players guide one civilization from the start of a game to its end and stands a better chance of salvaging the strategy game's rep.

Rick Lane
Alien Invasion Imminent? 3I/ATLAS Shows 'Engine Driven Propulsion System' Signs
Technology

Alien Invasion Imminent? 3I/ATLAS Shows 'Engine Driven Propulsion System' Signs

Astronomers are baffled by 3I/ATLAS, a newly discovered interstellar object that appears to be defying the basic laws of celestial motion. Instead of drifting naturally through space, the mysterious body is exhibiting non-gravitational acceleration — behaviour some researchers suggest could indicate an engine-driven propulsion system. The visitor has reignited debate over whether such anomalies might point to artificial or alien origin, echoing the controversy that once surrounded ʻOumuamua. While most experts insist there's no evidence of extraterrestrial intent, the object's unexplained speed and trajectory are forcing scientists to reconsider what might truly be moving between the stars. A Rare Interstellar Discovery The ATLAS telescope network confirmed detection of the object, officially named C/2025 N1 (ATLAS), on 1 July 2025 from its observatory in Rio Hurtado, Chile. Astronomers quickly classified it as the third confirmed interstellar body, following ʻOumuamua in 2017 and 2I/Borisov in 2019. Unlike a typical comet or asteroid, 3I/ATLAS follows a hyperbolic, unbound trajectory, meaning it originated beyond the Solar System and will never return once it exits. Its peculiar retrograde orbit, nearly aligned with the ecliptic plane, also caught the attention of researchers. Loeb's Hypothesis: Signs of Engine-Like Propulsion A yet-to-be-reviewed paper led by Harvard astrophysicist Avi Loeb proposes that the object's sudden brightening and acceleration might not stem from natural outgassing. The paper contends that 3I/ATLAS follows a hyperbolic (unbound) orbit, consistent with an interstellar trajectory. Loeb's team suggests that it could involve an active propulsion mechanism—possibly evidence of artificial design. Their analysis shows that 3I/ATLAS's speed increased, despite no visible gas or dust tail, which strengthens the argument for an engine-driven system rather than solar heating. Loeb's team further noted that the object's retrograde orbit, inclined only a few degrees from the ecliptic plane, would be statistically improbable for a random natural body, according to their arXiv preprint. Adding intrigue, the object reportedly displayed non-gravitational acceleration and a sudden brightening near perihelion, which the team suggested might be caused by an engine-like propulsion system, not by normal cometary outgassing, according to the New York Post. In a particularly striking observation, Loeb's co-authors said that if 3I/ATLAS approaches the Sun without forming a large gas cloud, the case for a propelled object would strengthen. What Mainstream Scientists Say Despite the attention-grabbing headlines, most astronomers urge caution. A report from Live Science described Loeb's claims as 'controversial,' noting that while 3I/ATLAS exhibits strange characteristics, no evidence confirms it is an alien craft. Similarly, The Economic Times reported that there is 'no imminent threat' of alien invasion, quoting scientists who said there is no sign of any deliberate extraterrestrial activity. In short, the consensus in the scientific community remains that 3I/ATLAS is most likely a natural interstellar comet, albeit one that challenges existing models. Could This Mean An Invasion Is Coming? For those asking whether this could herald an alien approach, experts say the evidence does not support that conclusion. Observations indicate that the object will not pass near Earth, with its closest approach estimated at 1.8 astronomical units, ensuring it remains safely distant from our planet, according to The Economic Times. Moreover, no radio signals, controlled movements or propulsion signatures have been independently confirmed. The Harvard paper remains a hypothesis, not a peer-reviewed finding, according to a report by The New York Post. Even if 3I/ATLAS were somehow artificial, Loeb's own references to the 'dark forest hypothesis'--the idea that alien civilisations might conceal themselves or act defensively--remain purely speculative, according to arXiv. Next Steps For Researchers and Public Astronomers plan to continue observing 3I/ATLAS's coma composition, dust tail and trajectory as it exits the solar system. Instruments aboard solar-orbiting spacecraft may also capture additional data, according to updates on arXiv. For science communicators, the case of 3I/ATLAS underscores the challenge of striking a balance between evidence and imagination. Reporting responsibly means acknowledging both the excitement of discovery and the limits of current data. A Public Fascination with the Unknown Despite scientific caution, the object has captured global imagination. Amateur astronomers, researchers, and students are tracking its path using public telescope data from Chile, Hawaii, and the Canary Islands. NASA and ESA will continue to study its dust tail, spectral composition, and motion as it exits the Solar System. For many, 3I/ATLAS symbolises humanity's enduring curiosity — a reminder that the boundary between science and wonder often blurs when the cosmos delivers something truly mysterious. Originally published on IBTimes UK

The New York
Coca-Cola slammed for ‘disgusting’ AI Christmas advert - ‘supposed to have heart’
Technology

Coca-Cola slammed for ‘disgusting’ AI Christmas advert - ‘supposed to have heart’

Coca-Cola has used AI for its Xmas ad again. The Holidays are Coming clip was made with Generative AI. But viewers are not happy with Coca-Cola’s decision. For the second year running, Coca-Cola has given its iconic ‘Holidays Are Coming’ advert an AI twist. The advert first debuted back in 1995 and has been used plenty of times in the decades since. Having fallen out of use in the early part of the 21st century, it was revived in 2007. Last year, Coca-Cola gave the iconic advert a generative AI make-over and despite backlash has used it again for the 2025 commercial. The Verge reports that the soft-drink giant is doubling down this year, having teamed up with Silverside and Secret Level for the advert. Sign up for our daily national newsletter - in your inbox Mon-Fri The company’s Chief Marketing Officer, Manolo Arroyo, told The Wall Street Journal that its new Christmas campaign was cheaper and speedier to make. Claiming it can be done “in a around a month”. Running for around a minute, the advert features the iconic red trucks on a globe-trotting journey in a surreal world of anthropomorphic animals. Bunny rabbits in bobble hats floating in a boat down a river, meerkats drinking from bottles of coke. Reacting to the advert on social media, people have slammed Coca-Cola for the AI advert. One wrote: “And surprise surprise it still looks horrendous. A company that earn 47 billion in revenue in 2024 can't be a**** to pay a few million to a team of talented artists? It's not 'pushing the envelope', it's greed.” Another wrote: “This is disgusting. you’re a multiBILLION dollar company. Pay REAL animators.” One echoed: “Embarrassing, Christmas ads are supposed to have heart and personality and make you feel things.” A person said: “I feel like the essence of Christmas is not there.” One added: “It amazes me how they try to recapture the magic of their iconic commercial from the past & instead rehash it so poorly.” Speaking about the advert, Pratik Thakar, global vp and head of generative AI at Coca-Cola, told The Hollywood Reporter: “Last year people criticized the craftsmanship. But this year the craftsmanship is ten times better.” He continued: “There will be people who criticize — we cannot keep everyone 100 percent happy. But if the majority of consumers see it in a positive way it’s worth going forward.” Thakar concluded: “A lot of the people complaining last year were from the creative industry who were just afraid — afraid for their jobs, afraid for what it did. But I think the spot tested really well and average people really enjoyed it.” John Lewis has released its own Christmas advert for 2025 - and it had viewers ‘bawling their eyes out’ over breakfast. See how it compares to all of their previous efforts from 2007 to now.

Matthew Mohan,Matthew Mohan-Hickson
I'm sure there are worse ways to die, but being stung to death by a swarm of hornets while ziplining in Laos has to be up there at the top [Scary]
Technology

I'm sure there are worse ways to die, but being stung to death by a swarm of hornets while ziplining in Laos has to be up there at the top [Scary]

Skip to content Do you have adblock enabled? Try Ads-Free Fark It's Not News, It's Fark How To FarkLog In | Sign Up » Forgot password? Turn on javascript (or enable it for Fark) for a better user experience. If you can read this, either the style sheet didn't load or you have an older browser that doesn't support style sheets. Try clearing your browser cache and refreshing the page. Discussion Entertainment I'm sure there are worse ways to die, but being stung to death by a swarm of hornets while ziplining in Laos has to be up there at the top (people.com) More: Scary 325 clicks;posted toMain »on 04 Nov 2025 at 10:50 AM(28 minutes ago) | Favorite | Watch | share: Copy Link 22 Comments Enable JavaScript for Fark in order to vote for entries. Log in (at the top of the page) to enable voting. View Voting Results:SmartestandFunniest vudukungfu (0) Funniest I have those on my property. We coexist until they sting an employee then they have to die. They are not easy to track to down, plus. They are a 25/7 operation. I use the barn lights inside to attract them. And sweep up the dead in the morning. Jake Havechek (2) Funniest (0) Funniest 45 minutes ago Somehow this popped up this morning on my Facebook feed. I blame AI. HugeMistake (1) Funniest 44 minutes ago CSB: my cousin was killed by a sting from a single bee, the natural enemy of the tightrope walker. Jake Havechek (6) Funniest 33 minutes ago Bees only attack to protect their queen or the hive, hornets and wasps are just assholes that want us all dead. However killer bees are a whole different story. (5) Funniest 24 minutes ago HugeMistake: CSB: my cousin was killed by a sting from a single bee, the natural enemy of the tightrope walker. He needed his glasses. He couldn't see without his glasses. (0) Funniest 24 minutes ago Google "Asian giant hornet stings" if you're brave. Looks like you've been shot by bullets. Now imagine over 100 of those stings. You'll look like Swiss cheese. Eightballjacket (0) Funniest 24 minutes ago Did they hit that fresh nar nar? HighZoolander (0) Funniest 23 minutes ago Palined Parenthood (0) Funniest 23 minutes ago There once was a man from St. Bees who was stung in the arm by a wasp when asked "does it hurt?" he replied "no, it doesn't; I'm so glad it wasn't a hornet!" Zombies ate my neighbors (0) Funniest 22 minutes ago This truly requires an old school Colbert Report Threatdown. That's the best method for reporting this kind of news. mcreadyblue (0) Funniest 21 minutes ago And that 14 year old kid was going to live forever otherwise. (0) Funniest 18 minutes ago My local paper once ran an obit for an area woman who died while dancing the tango in Buenos Aires. Yeah, hornets would be worse. (0) Funniest 15 minutes ago That's too much adventure. Way more than they expected. (0) Funniest 15 minutes ago Thosw: HugeMistake: CSB: my cousin was killed by a sting from a single bee, the natural enemy of the tightrope walker. He needed his glasses. He couldn't see without his glasses. (0) Funniest 14 minutes ago Don't set up ziplines through hornets nests. They hate that. (1) Funniest 12 minutes ago I dunno, subby. Falling afoul of misadventure while on an exotic vacation sounds like a good way to die to me. I think getting stung by a swarm of Asian hornets and surviving the experience might be worse. Also, "Owen and Cooper were stung by hundreds of what appeared to be Asian giant hornets as they were descending from a tree with their guide at the adventure resort" - why do the hornets have an adventure resort guide to lead them down from the trees? Evil Mackerel (2) Funniest 10 minutes ago That is a very bad way to go, those things are huge. Farming MONSTER Murder Hornets bucket_pup (0) Funniest 9 minutes ago mcreadyblue: [people.com image 750x500] And that 14 year old kid was going to live forever otherwise. Dude..... that's dark even for Fark. Jake Havechek (0) Funniest 9 minutes ago The zipline episode is one of my favorite South Parks. Sir_Farkalot (1) Funniest 5 minutes ago Laos-y way to die was RIGHT THERE. (2) Funniest 3 minutes ago Fark you. Nuke it from orbit, etc. Displayed 22 of 22 comments Enable JavaScript for Fark in order to vote for entries. Log in (at the top of the page) to enable voting. View Voting Results:SmartestandFunniest Redisplay/refresh comments If you're having problems voting, quoting, or posting comments, try disabling any browser add-ons that might disable Javascript (NoScript, AdBlock, etc).See our FAQ. Forgot password? Create an account to make comments Remember me Rich Text Editor, wysiwyg_editor Editor toolbarssource Raw HTMLBasic Styles Bold Keyboard shortcut Ctrl+B Italic Keyboard shortcut Ctrl+I Underline Keyboard shortcut Ctrl+U Strikethroughotherstyles Superscript Subscript BIG small CODEParagraph CenterLinks Link Keyboard shortcut Ctrl+K Unlink Imageyoutube Embed YouTube VideoTips Tips & Tricks If you can see this, something's wrong with your browser's CSS support. (Or you're a spambot.) If you are using the NoScript browser extension, you may have problems posting comments, especially if they contain images.For a fix, see this FAQ entry.If you still have problems, contact Farkback. Before adding a comment, please take a minute to review our posting rules and our legal/privacy policy. By commenting, you agree to these terms. You might also want to take a look at our FAQ. If you like these links, you'll love Come for the Total, stay for the Farking. learn more | sign up Support Fark Sign up for the Fark NotNewsletter! Headlines of the Month Fark NotNewsletter TotalFark signup BareFark signup Purchase FarkUnits Purchase Badges Top Comments Top Submitters Top Smart Comments Top Sources/Topics Top Funny Comments Press/Publicity Link Voting Sports Forum Fandom Forum Entertainment Forum Politics Forum Fark Parties Fark Party Forum PS/Photo Browser Photoshop Forum Farktography Forum Discussion/TF Live Forum Top Commented Top Commented ▼ Top Commented Top Clicked My Recent Commented Recent Mentions Dick goes limp Wait 'til Trump's cultists see how much their Thanksgiving turkey is going to cost this year Day 1,350 of WW3. The "anti-war protesters" outside the Ukrainian Embassy in Warsaw were paid roughly $40 each to "protest". The Belgian military gets approval to shoot down unknown drones near military bases. This is your Tuesday Ukraine War thread This is fine. I SAID THIS IS FINE UK to ban choking chicks when choking the chicken Yeah, because it's not like people need to eat every day, or even every week JD Vance and Erika Kirk share an embrace that has social media screaming 'girl, run' and Mike Johnson screaming 'unclean' We don't need to worry if we're too immature for Teen Vogue anymore. Everyone check your "canary" bingo card Faux Newz idiot - "Why didn't Obummer stump for the Black Republican? I'm so confused" Since legions of Republican voters are about to be totally screwed on their healthcare, has the GOP just handed the Democrats the winning 2026 campaign theme? Links are submitted by members of the Fark community. When community members submit a link, they also write a custom headline for the story. Other Farkers comment on the links. This is the number of comments. Click here to read them. You need to create an account to submit links or post comments. Click here to submit a link. Marketplace Beats Solo 4 Wireless Bluetooth On-Ear Headphones Apple AirPods Pro 2 Wireless Earbuds Sell your gear & get listed here! These for sale listings + ads are from the Sellwild Marketplace.Sell your own items (free to list) and see them featured on FARK & other top sites with millions of daily users! Also on Fark Whilst subby considers the man to be an absolute stain on the UK and humanity in general, it's strangely reassuring that the Courts have criticised police for Tommy Robinson's arbitrary arrest and demand to search his phone ( bbc.co.uk ) » (4 comments) Are you tired of the same old radio drivel? It's time for your weekly 2-hour dose of new & recent alternative and indie music you won't hear on commercial radio, on pastFORWARD presents: Nearview Mirror #004. Starts @ 9:00am ET, LGT streaming options ( kuci.org ) » (34 comments) Like a missed kick the ESPN NFL Week 10 Power Rankings are here. At the halfway point of the season the magic 8-ball appears stuck on Ask again later so chaos still reigns while yet again that team still ranked way too high ( espn.com ) » (2 comments) Norway doesn't want to have anything to do with Elon Musk and his $1 trillion Tesla pay package ( cnbc.com ) » (3 comments) Anchors, how do they work¯\_(ツ)_/¯? ( youtube.com ) » (2 comments) Entertainment Get ready for endless Yahoo Serious and Crocodile Dundee remakes ( deadline.com ) » (9 comments) Not to make you feel old, but "Totally Spies" debuted 24 years ago today on ABC Family ( cinephilemagazine.com ) » (15 comments) Paddington Bear goes viral for the right reasons ( deadline.com ) » (3 comments) Creamed corn and turkey & stuffing Oreo? Somewhere, a chef just cried into their Michelin Star ( geeksaresexy.net ) » (3 comments) I have nipples Greg, could you Tariff me? ( newsweek.com ) » (31 comments) Fark :: Main | Discussion | Sports | Business | STEM | Entertainment | Fandom | D'awww | Food | Politics Total Fark :: TotalFark | TF Live | TF Advice | TF Discussion | Commented | Top Voted | Greenlit FArQ :: About Us | Quick Answers | Posting Rules | Farkisms Contests :: Photoshop | Farktography | Caption Buy Fark :: Fark Book | Fark Store Submit a Link » Copyright © 1999 - 2025 Fark, Inc | Last updated: Nov 04 2025 11:18:23 Contact Us via Farkback | Report a bug/error msg | Terms of service/legal/privacy policy | Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information Runtime: 0.243 sec (243 ms) Keep Watching

Unknown
Erika Kirk reveals Sinclair reached out to broker personal apology from Jimmy Kimmel
Technology

Erika Kirk reveals Sinclair reached out to broker personal apology from Jimmy Kimmel

Erika Kirk, the widow of Charlie Kirk, has revealed that representatives from Sinclair Broadcasting Group offered her a personal apology from Jimmy Kimmel after the late-night host’s show was suspended over his comments about Charlie’s assassination. Kirk, 36, said Sinclair TV executives asked how they could make it right after Kimmel’s remarks on his ABC show drew widespread criticism. “Jimmy Kimmel lied about your husband’s murder and didn’t really apologize, what would you say to Jimmy Kimmel?” Fox News host Jesse Watters asked Kirk in an excerpt of an interview released Tuesday. “Same thing I told Sinclair,” Kirk replied. “They asked, I haven’t really told anybody this, so they asked, ‘do you want Jimmy to give you an apology? Do you want to be on a show? How can we make it right?’” “Through our team, I responded, I said, tell them thank you, we received their note. This is not our issue, not our mess. If you want to say I’m sorry to someone who’s grieving, go right ahead. But if that’s not in your heart, don’t do it. I don’t want it. I don’t need it.” Watters’ full interview with Kirk, who is now head of conservative organization Turning Point USA following her husband’s death, is set to air Wednesday on Jesse Watters Primetime. Charlie, a podcaster known for his right-wing beliefs, was shot and killed while speaking during a Turning Point USA event at Utah Valley University on September 10. He was 31. Kimmel was suspended by ABC in September after he criticized President Donald Trump and his supporters for their response to Charlie’s killing. His suspension sparked outrage throughout the country and fears over censorship. ABC affiliate owners Nexstar and Sinclair, which operates 38 local ABC affiliates and has a reputation for broadcasting conservative viewpoints, made public statements slamming Kimmel’s comments and vowed to get the show off the air. At the time, Sinclair also called for Kimmel to apologize to Charlie’s family and make a “meaningful personal donation” to Turning Point USA. Sinclair didn’t immediately return The Independent’s request for comment. A week after the show was cancelled, Kimmel returned to air and addressed the suspension as well as his original comments. "I posted a message on Instagram on the day he was killed, sending love to his family and asking for compassion,” Kimmel said on his first episode back, which was watched by 6.3 million viewers. “And I meant it. I still do. Nor was it my intention to blame any specific group for the actions of what, it was obviously a deeply disturbed individual. That was really the opposite of the point I was trying to make. “But I understand that to some that felt either ill-timed or unclear or maybe both. And for those who think I did, point a finger, I get why you’re upset. If the situation was reversed, there’s a good chance I’d have felt the same way.”

Carsen Holaday
Ali v Manchester United prihaja konkurent Benjaminu Šešku? Tarča je mladi Brazilec, ki je že bil član evropskega velikana!
Sports

Ali v Manchester United prihaja konkurent Benjaminu Šešku? Tarča je mladi Brazilec, ki je že bil član evropskega velikana!

SLO | SRB | ENG Seznam strelcev Evropske lige Italijanska Evropski pokali Liga prvakov Liga Europa Konferenčna liga Reprezentanca Rezultati in lestvice Slovenska liga Angleška liga Španska liga Italijanska liga Nemška liga Francoska liga Liga prvakov Nogomania PLUS Nogomanijak News in English Postani del skupnosti Nogomania.com! registriranih članov Komentiranje novic Dodajanje priljubljenih novic Z registracijo dobite dostop do komentiranja vsebin na spletnem mestu Nogomania.com, pridobite pa tudi možnost izbiranja priljubljenih novic, s čimer si lahko omogočite enostaven in hiter dostop do želenih vsebin ter spremljate diskusije v prispevkih, v katerih aktivno sodelujete s komentarji. Uporabniško ime * Zapomni si me Pozabljeno geslo Še niste registrirani? Registracija Premier League Ali v Manchester United prihaja konkurent Benjaminu Šešku? Tarča je mladi Brazilec, ki je že bil član evropskega velikana! Uredništvo 4. november 2025 Vitor Roque (foto: Getty Images) Manchester United pripravlja 50 milijonov evrov za Vitorja Roqueja, Barcelona pa bi ob prestopu prejela 20 odstotkov zneska kot del prejšnjega dogovora. Vitor Roque bi lahko znova spakiral kovčke in se vrnil v Evropo – tokrat ne v Španijo, kjer je njegov kratek staž pri Barceloni in Betisu minil brez večjega vtisa, temveč v Anglijo, kjer ga želi Manchester United. Po poročanju Sports Illustrateda so rdeči vragi pripravljeni ponuditi 50 milijonov evrov za brazilskega napadalca, ki je v domovini znova v izjemni formi – v dresu Palmeirasa je v tej sezoni v brazilskem prvenstvu dosegel 13 golov in tri asistence. Njegove predstave so pritegnile pozornost številnih evropskih klubov, med njimi tudi Chelseaja in West Hama. Če bi prestop postal uraden, bi Barcelona, ki si je ob njegovem odhodu zagotovila 20 odstotkov vrednosti prihodnje prodaje, prejela 10 milijonov evrov. Roquejev zastopnik André Cury ne skriva zanimanja evropskih klubov: “Te dni prejemamo poplavo klicev iz Evrope, predvsem iz Premier League in italijanskih klubov. Sprašujejo o ceni in pogojih, vendar smo še vedno sredi sezone,” je dejal za Globoesporte. Cury je razkril tudi, da je napadalec že zavrnil bogate ponudbe iz Savdske Arabije: “Imeli smo ponudbo iz arabskega sveta v višini 35 milijonov evrov, vendar nas ni zanimala. Zdaj pričakujemo ponudbo okoli 50 milijonov iz Premier League,” je dodal. Več o:Vitor RoquePremier LeagueManchester United Mednarodni n... Infarktno srečanje dveh Slovencev v Premier League! Pavlinov Forest namučil Šeškov United Mednarodni n... Ruben Amorim že pogleduje proti zimski tržnici: 'Nekateri igralci bodo januarja želeli oditi' Mednarodni n... 'Kot da sanjam!' Benjamin Šeško je našel in osrečil navijača, ki je bil del zgodovinskega prizora na Old Traffordu Mednarodni n... Ideja za Rubena Amorima: 'Vezist Tottenhama bi bil odličen pri Manchester Unitedu' Ta novica še nima komentarjev. ODGOVORI NA KOMENTAR UREDI KOMENTAR Zadnji komentarji Kekov seznam za odločilni tekmi s Kosovom in Švedsko: Nobenih novosti, Kek je vrnil Mlakarja in Šporarja 4.11.2025, 15:38 Strašna okrepitev in osvežitev, Kek ni ti pomoči. Bessone je že v ritmu Simaa in Van der Looija: Ali sploh še obstaja trener, ki lahko ustavi pad Olimpije? 4.11.2025, 12:04 Oooo je le prilezel eden izmed Dzurc & CO izpod kamna:) Res je izpadli smo iz obeh tekmovanj. Če te to tolaži, potem pa OK. Če nimaš drugih argumentov oz pametnega odgovora na to kaj sem napisal, se pa prosim spet skrij pod kamen. Bralci nogomaniije ti bomo hvaležni, hvala VIDEO: Viralen avtogol Slovenca v hrvaški ligi! Soigralci niso mogli verjeti, kaj je storil 4.11.2025, 10:01 Enkrat napadalec, vedno napadalec. Krasen gol. Igralec za odločanje tekem! Luka Topalović je v igro vstopil pri izidu 1:1, nato pa pokazal, zakaj je tako velik talent 4.11.2025, 9:47 Gola, drugi je bil lep iz razdalje: https://youtu.be/KD8QtjVAXBM?t=190 Najbolj komentirano Bessone je že v ritmu Simaa in Van der Looija: Ali sploh še obstaja trener, ki lahko ustavi pad Olimpije? 3.11.2025, 10:41 Feđa Dudić je danes zmagal, a se spet pritoževal, tokrat nad Slovenijo: 'Maribor pride v Ljubljano in je tam 300 ljudi, to je sramota' 1.11.2025, 19:45 Green Dragons v odzivu na tragedijo v Novem mestu: 'Podprli smo družino umrlega, policija ne opravlja svojega dela, novi zakoni so histerija!' 3.11.2025, 9:06 Infarktno srečanje dveh Slovencev v Premier League! Pavlinov Forest namučil Šeškov United 1.11.2025, 17:31 Izpostavljeno To je zadnja postava Brazilije v letu 2025, vrača se mladi up, nad katerim je Barcelona dvignila roke Mednarodni n... Igralec, ki ga je Arsenal prodal za 38 milijonov evrov, že več mesecev nima kluba Premier Leag... Celjski stadion je razprodan, a to ne pomeni, da se obeta ponovitev spektakla proti Fiorentini Konferenčna ... Muamer Vugdalić je izbral najboljše kadete v Sloveniji, čaka jih tekma proti aktualnim evropskim prvakom Mednarodni n... Mura je moj klub in vedno bo! Kadar dobiš klic iz svojega kluba, vedno prisluhneš. Tudi jaz sem, pogovoril sem se z Robertom Kuzmičem razmišljal sem, ampak se nisem odločil. Saj kot trener ne moreš vedeti, če se odločiš pravilno. Muro spremljam, navijam zanjo in ji želim vse najboljše. Mitja Mörec Presrečen sem, ker bom del Crvene zvezde tudi v bodoče, upam, da me čaka še veliko zmag in lovorik. Hvala ljudem v klubu, da so mi izkazali zaupanje in v podpis dali novo pogodbo. V Crveni zvezdi se počutim kot doma, moja družina je srečna, upam, da bo tako tudi v bodoče. Timi Max Elšnik Da bi se vrnil v Maribor? Skoraj zagotovo ne! V Mariboru sem naredil vse. Ko sem odhajal, sem gospodom rekel, da je zdaj oder njihov in pripeljalo je, kamor je pripeljalo. Lastnika kluba moramo razumeti. Kdo je za njega Zlatko Zahović? Nihče! On odloča, on daje denar. Če bo treba, bo na klopi nekdo, ki ga želi on. To je meni popolnoma jasno. Zlatko Zahović Podpirate odločitev selektorja Slovenije Matjaža Keka, da v strokovni štab vključi kar svojega sina Matjaža Keka mlajšega? Vseeno mi je Vseh glasov: 4222 Rezultati in lestvice Nogomania.com Vse ostalo je nepomembno. Portal www.nogomania.com je eden najbolj obiskanih spletnih portalov s športno vsebino pri nas. Podaja dnevno sveže vsebine s sveta nogometa in je na spletu prisoten že od leta 2000. NAVIGACIJA PODJETJA Oglaševanje SPLOŠNI POGOJI Pravni pouk Pogoji uporabe Nogomanija d.o.o. © 2000 - 2025 Vse pravice pridržane. Mobilna stran Prvenstva in ekipe Rezultati in lestvica Premier League Rezultati in lestvica Rezultati in lestvica Rezultati in lestvica Rezultati in lestvica Rezultati in lestvica Liga prvakov Liga Europa Slovenska reprezentanca Premier League Liga prvakov Video novice Foto novice Nogomania plus Nogomanijak Arhiv anket Navigacija podjetja Oglaševanje Splošni pogoji Pravni pouk Pogoji uporabe

Uredništvo
World Cup playoffs: Gabon set to announce squad for Super Eagles clash
Technology

World Cup playoffs: Gabon set to announce squad for Super Eagles clash

Gabon coach to name squad for Super Eagles clash on Thursday Gabon's national team coach, Thierry Mouyouma, is set to reveal his 25-man squad this Thursday for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup playoff clash against Nigeria's Super Eagles. According to reports from the Gabonese Press Agency (AGP), the list is expected to feature key players who have been central to their campaign. Team captain Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, along with Mario Lemina and Denis Bouanga, are all anticipated to be named in the squad. Bouanga has been a standout performer for The Panthers, leading their scoring chart in the qualifiers with an impressive eight goals. Aubameyang has also been a significant contributor, finding the net seven times. The crucial semi-final match against the Super Eagles is scheduled for Thursday, November 13, at the El Barid Stadium in Rabat, Morocco. The other semi-final will see Cameroon's Indomitable Lions face off against the Leopards of the Democratic Republic of Congo. The winner of this four-team playoff tournament will advance to the intercontinental playoffs, which are slated to take place in Mexico in March 2026, for a final chance to secure a spot in the World Cup.

Unknown
'The world became stupider' when Internet Archive's Open Library was hit by a lawsuit: 'We survived, but it wiped out the library'
Technology

'The world became stupider' when Internet Archive's Open Library was hit by a lawsuit: 'We survived, but it wiped out the library'

Internet Archive, a non-profit library dedicated to archived websites, music, books, apps, and all kinds of information on the internet, has been subjected to multiple lawsuits since its foundation in 1996. And one aimed at its library has reportedly had a major effect, according to what its founder told Ars Technica. Internet Archive might be most well known for its website archiver, The Wayback Machine, but, in 2020, its Open Library was sued by four major book publishers. Effectively, the Open Library is a digital library, where the Internet Archive would 'loan' digital versions of physical books it owns, to emulate a library. These books would be lent at a 1-1 rate with what it owned. At the start of the Covid-19 pandemic, it created the National Emergency Library in response to libraries shutting down, which removed its prior lending restrictions. In June last year, Hatchet, HarperCollins, Wiley, and Penguin Random House won their suit against Internet Archive's Open Library, taking out 500,000 books from the library. The Internet Archive lost its appeal just a few months later, in September 2024. "We survived… but it wiped out the library," Internet Archive founder Brewster Kahle told Ars, also noting, "the world became stupider" in the wake of this decision and they have some choice words for "massive multibillion-dollar media conglomerates" that have succeeded at making "sure that Wikipedia readers don't get access to books." The archiving of books is a lifelong goal for many, and the Internet Archive website says its mission is to "provide universal access to all knowledge." Earlier this year, the Internet Archive settled a lawsuit for an undisclosed amount due to it providing archives of 78 rpm shellac records. Kahle tells Ars Technica, “The idea that somebody’s going to stream a 78 of an Elvis song instead of firing it up on their $10-a-month Spotify subscription is silly, right?” Kahle tells the Examiner, "One hundred years ago in the United States, the legislatures and judiciary were very pro-libraries. Now we have licensing issues. We have the corporations, we’ve got book bans, we’ve got defundings, we’ve got criminalization of librarianship. It’s a challenging time in the United States and actually in many countries around the world, as we’re going through some political swings." Kahle also reveals to the Examiner the ways he works with and around AI. Public domain works are crawled by AI, but everything else archived is not, "because there's not regulatory clarity". When asked what they may try to archive next, Kahle explains, "3D environments, games, the human experience. And the digital-built experience—how do we go and learn from that? Boy, we really don’t know."

James Bentley
Where to find mushrooms in Arc Raiders
Technology

Where to find mushrooms in Arc Raiders

Mushrooms are oddly one of the trickiest foods to find in Arc Raiders, but what Scrappy wants, Scrappy gets. By this point, you'll have already been sent to track down everything from lemons and apricots to prickly pears, olives, and a cat bed, yet somehow mushrooms—fungi you'd have thought would overrun old buildings in the post-apocalypse—are among the most annoying to find. Don't worry, though, your search for random food is almost over, and once you know where to look, mushrooms aren't too bad to collect. You'll likely just need to do a few repetitive runs to farm them up. Where to find mushrooms in Arc Raiders The best places you can find mushrooms are: Inside Hydroponic Dome Complex and on the surrounding trees on the Dam Battlegrounds map.On trees south of Little Hangar in the north of the Spaceport map, just outside the East Container Yard. Generally, mushrooms are located on trees or in dank areas in Nature locations. This is why you'll find multiple spawns inside Hydroponic Dome Complex (often in the little planters) and on the trees surrounding this location and the nearby river on Dam Battlegrounds. It's a large area, so expect quite a bit of wandering area the woods, but you should be able to get a good handful and safely extract at the nearby lift. However, I've also found the pipes on the top floor of Water Treatment Control to be worth checking. It's a small area, so much less walking around, though there's no guarantee that they'll spawn, at least in great numbers. Keep in mind that both locations are pretty dangerous areas and mushrooms are hard to spot, so don't get caught out while scavenging. As mentioned, another possible location is a bunch of trees between Little Hanger and East Container Yard on Spaceport. This isn't marked as a Nature area, but they're a very common spawn here. Mushrooms are, unsurprisingly, a Nature item, so you'll have a better chance of finding them during the Lush Blooms modifier when it's active.

Rory Norris
Technology

How far does your pet’s carbon pawprint actually reach?

Just like people, pets have an impact on the planet, taking on a whole new meaning to the “pets are family members” sentiment. Recent data has shown that purchasing pet food resembling their own diet with “fresh” and “human-grade” food that needs to be refrigerated comes with a price beyond the pet food budget. With pets needing to eat every day, feeding your furry friend becomes a climate-intensive decision. Most pets eat meat and the environmental impact of that includes the land the animal lived on, the food it ate, the waste it generated and other factors. “What else do pets do? We have to feed them. I think that that’s why it’s number one,” said Allison Reser, director of sustainability and innovation at the Pet Sustainability Coalition. But just like people, a pet's impact on the planet can vary greatly depending on its diet. The marketing of higher-quality pet food suggests that it's healthier. But there isn't much evidence to suggest refrigerated, fresh or human-grade food leads to better pet health outcomes, according to Alison Manchester, assistant clinical sciences professor at Cornell University’s College of Veterinary Medicine. “I think a lot of it is playing on marketing and treating pets as members of the family,” said Manchester. She said traditional kibble and wet food can also provide a perfectly balanced pet diet, and it often makes use of animal parts that aren't palatable to humans and otherwise might have been wasted. Billy Nicholles, pet food researcher with Bryant Research, said the trend of using human-grade meat in pet food increases its climate impact because pets aren't just eating animal parts that would have otherwise gone unused. “We definitely can’t dismiss these impacts altogether by just saying these are the offcuts, these are environmentally negligible,” he said. In the U.S., feeding dogs and cats accounts for more than a quarter of the environmental impact from meat consumption. The pollution created from the meat that dogs and cats consume in the U.S. is equivalent to the pollution created from driving 13.6 million cars for a year, according to a UCLA study. One common and easily solved problem is giving less food to overweight pets. “Not only does (overfeeding) mean that the dog’s going to have a poorer quality of health,” Nicholles said. “It also means that we’re increasing to those environmental impacts as well.” The American Kennel Club said diet makes up the majority of a dog's weight problem, so fixing it relies mostly on making sure it's eating the right number of calories (treats included). Protein should make up roughly 18% of an adult dog's diet and roughly 26% of an adult cat's diet, according to the Association of American Feed Control Officials. Manchester said it’s possible for dogs to be healthy on a vegan diet. “Dogs can get plenty of protein and the right balance of protein without actually ingesting any meat,” Manchester said. Cats rely more on animal products. Manchester said she doesn’t know of a balanced, commercially available vegan cat food. That means minimizing their impact comes from choosing less pollutive meat options when possible. Beef is the most pollutive protein. Chicken and fish are lower-impact, and plant-based options pollute the least. Manchester also recommends buying pet food instead of making it at home or feeding pets table scraps. She said that there's “a lot of room for error” with balancing the nutrients in homemade pet food that can lead to nutrient deficiencies, bone or heart problems and other health issues. For those looking to avoid human-grade dog food, Reser said to check the label and avoid ingredients that sound appetizing to humans, such as high-quality chicken breast meat. Ingredients such as organ meats or crickets indicate that the protein is coming from byproducts or more sustainable sources. These steps can be done when shopping at grocery stores or large pet supply stores. But for those who want to go further, some of the most sustainable brands might cost more, or require more research because they aren't available in physical stores or on major websites. Some may require a vet's prescription. The brands that focus on sustainability might have labels that show they are climate neutral certified, that they're regenerative organic certified or that they're a certified B Corp. Diet isn't the only factor to consider. The type of pet, its breed and where it came from all affect its impact. For example, buying a dog from a breeder creates demand for that breeder to make more dogs. Nicholles said a dog in a shelter already has a “priced-in” carbon impact. “If there are dogs in the world that already exist that need homes, that seems to be a more responsible decision for the planet than going through a breeder,” said Reser. Nicholles says, generally, the smaller the pet, the smaller the carbon footprint. For some pets, size just doesn’t change much. Most cat breeds fall into a narrow size range. But dogs can vary greatly in size, and thus climate impact. Smaller dogs not only eat less, but create less waste and use crates and other accessories that require less material to make. “It matters a lot, for the slightly obvious reason that a larger dog is going to be eating many, many more calories,” said Nicholles. Reser said accessories that come from regenerative, durable or recyclable materials can often have a lower impact and need less frequent replacement. Or, for a cat like Reser’s that gets bored of toys quickly, try a completely different tact. “I make her toys out of trash, honestly,” she said. “Like a piece of newspaper or a receipt, she loves.”

Caleigh Wells
Railways to cut costs, improve connectivity, says Hanif Abbasi
Technology

Railways to cut costs, improve connectivity, says Hanif Abbasi

Advertisement - LAHORE, Nov 04 (APP):Minister for Railways Hanif Abbasi said on Tuesday that Pakistan Railways would reduce costs and improve connectivity to ensure more facilitation for the business community at large. He was talking. to business ment here at Lahore Chamber of Commerce & Industry (LCCI) where LCCI President Faheem-ur-Rehman Saigol, Senior Vice President Tanveer Ahmed Sheikh, Vice President Khurram Lodhi, SAARC Chamber’s Vice President Mian Anjum Nisar, and Executive Committee members were also present. Abbasi said that Pakistan has regained its reputation as a responsible and peace-loving country at the global level. “We are not terrorists but ambassadors of peace.” Since May 10, Pakistan’s international image has improved. Due to Pakistan’s successful foreign policy, the Middle East, China, and the United States are now looking at Pakistan from the same perspective, boosting Pakistan’s respect in the world, he said. He said that now it is the best time and opportunity to improve Pakistan’s economy so the business community should have confidence, asserting that when investment comes, industries will run and the country will progress. Hanif Abbasi said that national security ensures national development. “We were once on the ventilator, but not anymore.” The railways minister said that cooperation between Railways and the Punjab government is increasing, and the prime minister has given a special task for railway reforms. He said Chambers represent the business community, and people who call taxpayers thieves are themselves thieves. Stakeholders must be taken on board, and extra burden on taxpayers is unacceptable. LCCI President Faheem-ur-Rehman Saigol said that upgrading railway lines is a welcome and critically important step for economic improvement. He said state-owned enterprises have massive potential but weak governance has caused annual losses up to Rs 900 billion. Pakistan’s economy had derailed and the direction was not right. In such conditions, it is essential to strengthen the transport sector because transport is the oxygen of any economy. He noted that 60 percent of Pakistan’s goods move to up-country, but due to an ineffective railway freight system, industries remain under pressure. Industrial zones must be connected with the railway network to reduce logistics costs and make exports competitive. He said that in Bangladesh, exports are given “ambulance-track” priority, but in Pakistan exporters do not receive such facilities, leading to a rising trade deficit. He appreciated the reopening of Badami Bagh warehouses as a business-friendly decision and said that improving facilities at railway stations is good, but the real benefit will only come when operations and service delivery match global standards. SAARC Chamber Vice President Mian Anjum Nisar said that the world has made major advancements in railways, Pakistan government also needs to formulate viable policies for the private sector. Industry does not get support when facing losses — it must run profitably, otherwise it shuts down. Private sector participation and supportive policies are needed. Responding to business community concerns and suggestions, Hanif Abbasi said that railway stations and the entire network are being upgraded. A total of 400 kilometers of new track is being laid and 484 kilometers is being uplifted. Two billion rupees have been allocated for upgrading the Lahore–Rawalpindi single track, with plans to reduce travel time between both cities to 2.5 hours. Development works are underway at major stations including Lahore, Karachi, Faisalabad, Rawalpindi, and Rohri. Approval for the Rohri–Karachi upgrade worth Rs 2 billion will be granted in July. The Narowal section and Lodhran station are also being uplifted, while plantation from Shahdara to Raiwind will help improve the environment. He said Pakistan is the only country where passenger revenue is higher than freight revenue, and this imbalance is being corrected. Railway hospitals and schools are being outsourced. The private sector will be allowed to run its own locomotives with track access. Coal trains are being added while railway will ensure efficient transportation of industrial materials including Reko Diq production. For the uplift of Balochistan railways, Rs 3.5 billion have been provided. Jaffar Express continues to serve the nation despite terrorism threats. Railway revenues are continuously increasing and will keep rising. Hanif Abbasi said that electricity and taxes are the highest in the region and measures are being taken to reduce them. When factories run, the country will run — the economy will recover fast, and important industrial and economic reforms will be introduced soon. Such steps have never been taken before. The business community should trust in the railways and increase investment to support the government in the journey of development, he concluded.

Kamran Muraad
As if being a gas station attendant in Roadside Research wasn't stressful enough, I'm also an alien who has to research humans while trying not to poop goop everywhere
Technology

As if being a gas station attendant in Roadside Research wasn't stressful enough, I'm also an alien who has to research humans while trying not to poop goop everywhere

If there was an award for grossest sounds per minute, I'm positive that the Roadside Research demo would take it. It's like any other shop/restaurant/venue simulator on the surface: buy goods, sell goods, make customers happy, make a profit. Except every step I take causes an unsettling squelching noise to ricochet through my ears, and every now and then I appear to shit green goo. That's because I'm actually an alien running a gas station in an attempt to blend in with humans while simultaneously figuring out on the sly what makes 'em tick. Why aliens would descend on Earth and decide that filling up tanks and selling overpriced snacks would be the best course of action is beyond me but hey, it makes for an awfully compelling gameplay loop. Roadside Research starts me off with one gas tank, one shelf, and a handful of cash to get things chugging along. There are four different fuel types to keep in good supply, and an ever-increasing number of chips, drinks, and random utilitarian doo-dads I can eventually unlock through an upgrade tree to sell onto customers for a tidy profit. I played alone (though you can play with up to three friends, which feels preferable with all the plates I ended up spinning) which meant I was regularly dashing between the cashier desk and the fuel pump to make money, all while random bits of trash and dirt began to stink up the whole gaff. The trash comes in handy, though—it's the kickstart to researching humans, and so I scurry around in between customers collecting cans and wadded-up tissues to throw in my alien scanner and gain research points. Maintaining a low profile is paramount though, and getting up to too many suspicious activities makes my human customers suspicious. They don't seem too fazed by my incessant litter-picking—it's part of the job, after all—but after collecting a good chunk of research points I nab myself a camera. I'm tasked with taking pictures of humans with certain features, like someone with blue hair or somebody wearing a white shirt. I make the mistake of chasing a man as he enters the bathroom, my alien eye peering through the lens ready to shoot. He turns around and spots me, and is immediately suspicious. This might be tougher than I thought. Do too many un-humanlike things, and agents will rock up to determine if you're really a human or actually a slimy otherworldly creature with a doodled-on piece of paper strapped to your face. Breathe like a human, serve like a human, and the agents eventually leave. Cock things up though, and it's game over. Balancing human research with running a tight ship at the gas station keeps things constantly moving each day, with two separate upgrade trees to focus on that meant I was rarely ever standing still waiting for something to happen. I did manage to find a little bit of time to throw up some decorations around my humble rest stop though, things to really make me fit in among the humans—discount signs, a boombox, an American flag to show off my patriotism, all the regular stuff. It really is good fun, and my two hours spent in the demo went by dizzyingly fast. I'm already getting ready to convince my pals to pick it up and give Roadside Research a whirl with me. Even if that's only partly because I'm desperate for extra helping hands to be on goop duty when I accidentally defecate all over a customer's shoes. It's tough doing it all by yourself.

Mollie Taylor
Razer's knocked $900 off the price of the glorious Blade 14 gaming laptop, cementing its place as the object of my technological desires
Technology

Razer's knocked $900 off the price of the glorious Blade 14 gaming laptop, cementing its place as the object of my technological desires

If I wasn't already lucky enough to have my hands on the 2025 version of the Razer Blade 14, this would absolutely be my one object of technical desire this Black Friday season. As soon as I checked out the updated Blade 16 and its new svelte chassis, I desperately wanted to know what the company had done to its 14-inch device. After all, Asus' competing Zephyrus G14 had taken the compact laptop crown of the previous generation. And, basically, Razer has smashed it. The Blade 14 is a gorgeous, impressively powerful little gaming laptop that can be your office companion as well as your Battlefield 6 system. As always, however, it's an expensive thing. Though far less so now that Razer has slashed the price by a staggering $900, knocking it down to just $1,800 at Amazon... and Best Buy, and at Razer itself. That's the same price for either the standard Black design I have or the even more gaming MacBook-style Mercury colorway. Join us on WhatsApp for daily deals, direct to your phone. That's for the RTX 5070-powered version, which is the one I am using as my standard gaming and working laptop right now. It's a great combination of a solid RTX Blackwell GPU with access to all the DLSS 4 fun stuff, and still being low power enough that you can genuinely play away from the plug for a good while, too. And, because it's sporting a modern AMD Ryzen APU, you're getting a decently powerful 1080p integrated GPU as part of the picture as well. That can save you a good bit of battery life on the go if you don't need all the processing grunt of the RTX 5070 GPU itself. Then there's the glorious 120 Hz 14-inch OLED display the Blade 14 is sporting. Ah, it's a beautiful thing, and worthy of drooling over all by itself. Pair it up with the slight chassis, smart design, and excellent cooling, and the new little Razer absolutely is the only gaming laptop that I'd want to buy right now. But what of that competing Asus ROG Zephyrus G14? The latest version is still a great little gaming laptop, but Razer's new design is just that little bit more stylish and doesn't have the horribly pitchy tone of the Asus' cooling fans. The Zephyrus G14 is also a lot more expensive right now, with the RTX 5070 version being $2,100 at Best Buy. So yes, it's a double win for Razer and the Blade 14. And now at a great price for such a stylish compact gaming laptop. Check out Amazon's gaming laptop deals

Dave James
Previous 7 8 9 10 11 Next