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April’s eclipse may cause 1,000+ car crash fatalities, study warns

Scientists have issued a warning that the April solar eclipse could lead to an increase in fatal automobile collisions. After analysing road traffic data about the 2017 solar eclipse, researchers from the University of Toronto determined that there were over a thousand additional road fatalities in the United States in the three days preceding and following the celestial event.

Lawyer warns ‘dodgy’ firestick users risk losing houses

Experts have cautioned that sports enthusiasts who "jailbreak" an Amazon Firestick to stream Premier League football matches or pay-per-view films unlawfully risk losing their homes in the event of a copyright infringement lawsuit. Dozens of Facebook users claim to provide Firestick login credentials and "unlimited live channels" for as little as £40 per month. In contrast, Sky and TNT sports channels, films and other features cost approximately £100 monthly.

IPTV ‘piracy shield’ may end illegal streaming in UK

Those who provide Internet Protocol television (IPTV), which is widely used to view live sports, films, and premium television, have lost billions of dollars in revenue. However, authorities' current use of new piracy weapons poses a threat to its very existence. Utilizing IPTV to stream free content from platforms like Sky Sports or Netflix, a practice that many engage in by exploiting hacking devices like the Amazon Fire TV Stick or Roku box, constitutes a heinous and direct infringement of copyright legislation.

Nvidia introduces AI-powering ‘superchips’

As a result of Nvidia's singular contribution to the AI revolution, which has engulfed the globe since the introduction of ChatGPT in late 2022, the occasion has earned the moniker "AI Woodstock" from Wedbush analyst Dan Ives. It has become an absolute must-attend for major technology companies.

Children first encounter ‘unavoidable’ violence in primary school

Members of parliament have cautioned that the complete impact of the Online Safety Act, which was enacted to enhance protections for minors, might not be apparent for a number of years. According to an Ofcom study, children first encounter violent online content in primary school and come to perceive it as "unavoidable."

Americans’ views on potential TikTok ban mixed

The American public is concerned that while prohibiting TikTok would be highly beneficial for their mental health and productivity, it could also deprive them of a valuable news source. This sentiment is prevalent among today's New Yorkers who are pondering the passage of a bill by Congress that will require the app's Chinese parent company to divest or face a prohibition in the US app salient.

Scientists recreated Earth’s earliest evolution in the lab

Generations of scientists have been devoted to unravelling the mysteries surrounding the origin of life on Earth, and a theory that was once considered fringe has recently garnered considerable traction. According to the 'RNA World' theory, the primordial water of early Earth was rich in the single-stranded sister RNA of DNA, which contains the vital instructions required to maintain life.

Space One rocket explodes after Japan lift-off

It was anticipated that SpaceOne's launch would establish the country as the inaugural private Japanese enterprise to successfully deploy a satellite into orbit, thereby contributing to Japan's advancement in the international space race. A rocket in Japan detonated mere seconds after takeoff, enveloping the explosion area in flames and smoke. After the detonation, charred fragments of the rocket littered the ground, among other debris that descended from the sky.

The REAL reason TikTok fans deleted the addictive app

TikTok may be entering its era of failure, as users have disclosed the motives for their departure from the highly addictive application that experienced a meteoric rise in popularity in recent years. Keilah Bruce, a former TikTok user who frequently neglected domestic responsibilities such as dishes and laundry, claimed that the app's unsettling algorithm began to "read her mind."

Expert decodes dog’s sighs, groans, barks, body language

According to survey results, most dog owners have expressed a desire to communicate with their companions at some stage. Harmony Diers, an authority on dogs, cannot accomplish that, but she can assist you in coming close. Diers, the Dog Ageing Project manager at Texas A&M University, possesses several methodologies for deciphering the messages conveyed by canines.

Meta cites ‘technical issue’ for widespread service outage

Meta disclosed that "technical issues" were to blame for the widespread disruption affecting Facebook, Instagram, and Messenger, but declined to provide further information regarding the nature of those "issues." On Tuesday night, the platforms owned by Mark Zuckerberg were unavailable for at least two and a half hours, leaving hundreds of thousands of users unable to access their accounts.

Nissan is allegedly abandoning its electric vehicle pioneers

Nissan Leaf electric vehicle owners have accused the automaker of "dumping its pioneers" following the announcement that its app would no longer function on older models. The company claims that the app, which enables remote control of functions like heating, is unavailable due to the deactivation of the United Kingdom's 2G network. However, consumers have expressed their discontent, stating that they had not anticipated its withdrawal.

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Acid reflux meds like TUMS, Prilosec up migraine risk 70%

According to one study, the use of common over-the-counter gastritis medications such as TUMS or Prilosec can increase the likelihood of developing migraines by as much as 70 percent.  A cohort of 11,800 individuals was analyzed by researchers from the University of Maryland, of which 2,100 were users of over-the-counter anti-heartburn medications.

Outrage about crowding Visitors to Venice start paying today

Venice becomes the first city globally to implement a payment system exclusively for visitors. To verify that individuals beyond entry points possess a QR code, officials conduct arbitrary inspections. Despite this, not all individuals are content. Visitors to Venice are now required to pay an entrance fee by a contentious scheme that went into effect today. The pilot program is intended to deter tourists and reduce the volume of visitors that congest the canals during the height of the holiday season, thereby making the city more habitable for locals, according to authorities.

Meadows, Giuliani indicted in Arizona election scheme

A grand jury in the state of Arizona has indicted sixteen individuals, including Mark Meadows, the chief of staff for Donald Trump, and Rudy Giuliani, an attorney, on charges related to their purported involvement in nullifying the former president's defeat in the 2020 election.  Eleven Republicans are charged in the indictment issued late Wednesday by the state attorney general. The document in question was erroneously submitted to Congress, wherein it claimed that Trump had secured the crucial state for 2020.

US Supreme Court considers sending Trump immunity claim back

On Thursday, the United States Supreme Court indicated its willingness to remand Donald Trump's criminal case concerning his endeavors to annul the 2020 election to a lower court. This remand would enable the court to determine whether specific elements of the indictment constituted "official acts" shielded by presidential immunity.