Fortnite players, listen up! You might be able to get some money back from unwanted purchases. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is sending out over $126 million in refunds. They are also reopening the claim process for those who missed the first round. Epic Games, the company behind Fortnite, had
South Korea has been grappling with high suicide rates for years. To tackle this, researchers have been studying ways to prevent suicides. They've looked at past trends and are now figuring out what needs to be done next. The focus has been on understanding why suicides happen and how to stop them.
The anime industry is always on the lookout for the next big thing. But how do producers know if a new show will be a hit or a miss? That's the million-dollar question. A recent study tried to find an answer using publicly available data and advanced technology. Researchers used a combination of te
In China's Guizhou province, a routine drive turned into a harrowing ordeal when a bridge collapsed under a truck. The incident, captured on video, showed the truck dangling precariously in mid-air after a landslide struck the Xiamen–Chengdu Expressway in Zunyi city. The driver, You Guochun, describ
In the U. S. , many tech brands are household names, but not all are American. Some are owned by Chinese companies, and this might surprise you. Think about the gadgets you use every day. Your phone, laptop, or even the games you play could be from a brand that's Chinese-owned. This isn't just abou
Sapporo, Japan, is set to keep its spot on the esports map. The city just signed a deal to host the Apex Legends Global Series (ALGS) Championship for two more years. This isn't just any event; it's a big deal for both the gaming world and Sapporo. The ALGS Championship is a major tournament for Ap
The crypto world is buzzing with new Special Purpose Acquisition Companies (SPACs), but investors are not as excited as they once were. Two recent examples are M-3 Brigade Acquisition V Corp. (MBAV) and Columbus Circle Capital I Corp. (CCCM). Both have seen their stock prices drop, raising questions
The real estate market is feeling the pinch. In May, sales of new single-family homes took a nosedive, plummeting by 13. 7% compared to April. This drop brought the sales figure down to 623, 000 units on a seasonally adjusted, annualized basis. To put that into perspective, it's not just lower than
Meningitis is a big problem for children around the world. It can be very serious and even deadly. It can also cause long-term health issues. A recent study looked at how big this problem is and how it has changed over time. The study found that meningitis is still a major concern. It affects many
The housing market is finally showing signs of slowing down. After a wild ride during the pandemic, prices are starting to cool off. In April, home prices only went up by 2. 7% compared to the same time last year. That's a big drop from the 3. 4% increase seen in March. It's the smallest gain in alm
