WhatsApp has been teasing the introduction of chat themes in the messaging app, allowing users to customize the colour of chat bubbles and background. Users will have the option to select preset themes or choose their own colours and wallpapers to personalize their chats. The upcoming feature is expected to bring a fresh look to
U.S. President Joe Biden recently spoke with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to announce a new military aid package ahead of Ukraine’s Independence Day. This aid package, worth $125 million, includes air-defense missiles, counter-drone equipment, anti-armor missiles, and ammunition. The White House described Washington’s support for Ukraine as “unwavering” in their statement. Zelenskyy expressed the critical
The Big 12 Conference is currently in discussions with the University of Connecticut (UConn) about the potential of joining the league in all sports. While sources have confirmed that talks have been taking place, it is important to note that no official vote has been cast regarding UConn’s membership, and there seems to be hesitancy
After centuries of speculation and unanswered questions, a team of scholars has finally uncovered the true identities of four men buried in the church graveyard of Jamestown, Virginia, in 1610 CE. Through a combination of DNA analysis and archaeological research, it has been revealed that two of the individuals are none other than Sir Ferdinando
A disability rights organization has taken a stand against the recent ban on wearing masks in public in suburban New York, except for health and religious reasons. Disability Rights of New York has filed a federal class action lawsuit on behalf of individuals with disabilities, arguing that the ban is unconstitutional and discriminates against people
Financial challenges are looming large for pensioners such as Roy William Roots, who at 90-years-old, is deeply concerned about how he will survive the forthcoming winter season amidst rising energy prices. The decision to cut the winter fuel payment of £200 or £300, which now only goes to those who receive pension credit or other
The Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey is set to deliver a speech at the U.S. Federal Reserve’s central bank symposium in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. In his speech, Bailey will acknowledge the progress made in dampening inflation in the U.K. However, he will also highlight the need for continued restrictive monetary policy due to ongoing
The upcoming film adaptation of Kazuo Ishiguro’s debut novel, A Pale View of Hills, is set to be distributed by GAGA Corporation and produced by Japan’s Bunbuku and the U.K.’s Number 9 Films. The movie, already in production and expected to hit Japanese theaters in the summer of 2025, is helmed by director Kei Ishikawa,
Chinese electric vehicle manufacturers have been finding ways to expand their market reach beyond their homeland. Mexico has become a prime target for Chinese EVs, with affordable price tags winning over even skeptical customers. For instance, Tesla rival BYD sells its Dolphin Mini in Mexico for around $21,300, a much lower price compared to the
The highly anticipated action-RPG, Avowed, developed by Obsidian Entertainment, was recently delayed and is now scheduled for release on February 18, 2025, for PC and current-gen Xbox consoles. One of the latest revelations about the game is that it will run at 30fps on both Xbox Series X and Series S. This decision was discussed