Sometimes the difference between security and compromise comes down to a single click – and a healthy dose of suspicion. And it’s because scammers are getting increasingly sophisticated with their phishing attempts. It’s to the point where even following standard security best practices isn’t enough to protect you. Case in point: last week’s near-successful phishing…
Month: January 2025
Everyone Is Talking About DeepSeek AI, but Is It Really THAT Good? I Tested It Against GPT-o1 and Claude
The new DeepSeek R1 model from China launched last week. If you’re into AI or even into technology more broadly, it was hard to miss the news. Everyone was talking about it. But it’s not just that. It’s the way everyone was talking about it. I was left with the impression that DeepSeek is going…
“Eagles Soar, Chiefs Conquer: A Super Bowl Rematch for the Ages”
The stage is officially set for the 2025 Super Bowl, and it’s shaping up to be a thrilling rematch of a recent showdown on the grandest stage in football. Championship Sunday was packed with high-stakes action, starting in the NFC, where fierce divisional rivals went head-to-head. The Philadelphia Eagles hosted the Washington Commanders in an…
Super Bowl LIX Breakdown: Chiefs Look to Make History, Eagles Seek Redemption
Super Bowl LIX is shaping up to be an exciting rematch packed with star power and the chance for history. Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs are back in the big game, hoping to make history as the first team to win three consecutive Super Bowls. The Chiefs earned their spot by edging out…
Sinner’s Dream Run vs Zverev’s Never-Give-Up Spirit
The Australian Open 2025 men’s singles final between Jannik Sinner and Alexander Zverev is underway at Rod Laver Arena. Sinner has dominated the early exchanges, eyeing a break against Zverev. Sinner, the favorite to win, seeks his third Grand Slam title and second at the Australian Open after his triumph over Daniil Medvedev last year….
A New Era Begins for Silo in Season 3 – The Truth Will Shock You
Season 2 of Silo wrapped up with a surprising shift, leaving main character Juliette apart from the rest of the cast. Showrunner Graham Yost has confirmed that Season 3 will diverge even more from its predecessors. Key characters Daniel (Ashley Zukerman) and Helen (Jessica Henwick) will return as series regulars. A major chunk of Season…
What is Cryptocurrency?
A cryptocurrency is a type of virtual or digital currency that allows users to purchase goods and services without the need for physical coins or bills, as all transactions occur online. It relies on an online ledger secured by strong cryptography to ensure that these transactions are completely safe. In this overview, we will cover…
Are You Eligible? The IRS’s $1,400 Stimulus Checks Coming in 2025 Explained
To make sure that qualified taxpayers who were not able to get the third stimulus payment get their money back, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is acting proactively. Those who failed to claim their Recovery Rebate Credit on their 1040 tax form will receive $1,400 checks from the IRS in January 2025. This program provides…
Trump’s Controversial Orders Shock Nation
Trump was sworn in as president of the US and began signing executive orders related to immigration, drug cartels, and drug trafficking among other issues. He later expanded on these orders during a press conference. He and his team were adamant on dealing with the climate change issue as well. As many as 80 executive…
Kings’ Malik Monk’s Dunk Disaster: A Wild Moment Against the Warriors
Malik Monk, known for his athleticism and flair, just made a play he’ll likely never forget—though not for the reasons he’d want. Late in the second quarter of Wednesday night’s game against the Golden State Warriors, Monk had the perfect setup: a steal, a wide-open path to the hoop, and a chance to throw down…
Who is Mariann Edgar Budde, the Bishop Who Called for Compassion from Trump?
Episcopal Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde made headlines during Donald Trump’s inaugural prayer service at Washington National Cathedral. In a heartfelt plea, she urged the newly sworn-in president to show kindness and mercy toward those living in fear, particularly marginalized groups such as LGBTQ+ children and undocumented immigrants. “In the name of our God, I ask…
Google Says They Updated Their Site Reputation Abuse Policy…Nothing Actually Changed
This morning, I came across some interesting news about Google’s updated site reputation abuse policies. Apparently, they’ve revised their main guidelines with some fresh updates.
Unprecedented Snowfall Engulfs Florida in a Winter Storm
MIAMI – A ferocious and historic winter tempest unleashed unparalleled snowfall across the Florida Panhandle on Tuesday, leaving shattered records and astonished residents in its wake. This meteorological anomaly followed its trek from Louisiana, where New Orleans saw its all-time snowfall record obliterated by several inches. Some parishes even reported accumulations reaching double digits. A…