For many teens and young adults, it was a familiar sight: waking up in the morning and spending the first few minutes of their day scrolling through the short, often funny, videos on TikTok. However, due to recent news, TikTok’s days in the city of New York are officially over. Recently, New York City has… Continue reading New York City bans TikTok on government-issued devices
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Revolution Sparks
Tlotlo Tsamaase’s dystopian novel Womb City offers unique insight into a society struggling to break away from tradition and reassess previously set societies standards. The book follows protagonist Otsile *Khethilang, a woman born from the technology of a Womb City, and the journey she takes to ignite a revolution from beyond the grave. Womb City… Continue reading Revolution Sparks
The Walking Dead: Dead City Will Quadruple-Down on Maggie-Negan Drama
The Walking Dead: Dead City will be a new series in the popular AMC zombie universe that is set to release in late 2021. The show has been described as a “quadruple-down” on Maggie-Negan drama, meaning that it will focus on the drama between these two characters in a much more intense way than ever… Continue reading The Walking Dead: Dead City Will Quadruple-Down on Maggie-Negan Drama
Cruise recalls 300 robotaxis, issues software update after crashing into city bus
Recently, Cruise, the San Francisco-based autonomous car startup, has had to recall 300 of its self-driving robotaxis after one of its vehicles had crashed into a city bus. The incident, which occurred in December, came after a Cruise car was operating in San Francisco’s Marina neighborhood. According to reports, the car crashed into the side… Continue reading Cruise recalls 300 robotaxis, issues software update after crashing into city bus
Au Revoir, Electric Scooters: Paris Votes to Ban E-Scooter Rentals
Paris is saying a bittersweet goodbye to the electric scooters that were once a common sight in the City of Light. In a major change of policy, Paris has voted to ban companies from renting out electric scooters within the city limits. In the last few years, electric scooters had become a popular mode of… Continue reading Au Revoir, Electric Scooters: Paris Votes to Ban E-Scooter Rentals
Hear why so many cybersecurity companies call Boston home
In recent years, the city of Boston has become a popular spot for cybersecurity companies to call home. From its high concentration of universities and research institutions to the high caliber of its talent pool, there are several reasons why so many cybersecurity companies choose to base themselves in Boston. One of the most attractive… Continue reading Hear why so many cybersecurity companies call Boston home
TwitchCon 2023 says goodbye to San Diego
TwitchCon 2023 has officially said goodbye to San Diego and hello to the city of Chicago. The organizers of the two-day event, which is slated to take place in October of this year, made the announcement earlier today. According to the TwitchCon organization, the reasoning behind the change of venue is due to an increase… Continue reading TwitchCon 2023 says goodbye to San Diego
Oakland Has Declared a State of Emergency After a Ransomware Attack
On November 23rd, Oakland, California declared a state of emergency after the city fell victim to a ransomware attack. This marks the second ransomware attack that Oakland has experienced in the last six months, with the first strike occurring in May. The attack in May was perpetrated by a relatively new form of ransomware. It… Continue reading Oakland Has Declared a State of Emergency After a Ransomware Attack
Cities, cycles and San Francisco’s ‘return’
In recent years, cities across the world have rediscovered the benefits that cycling can bring to urban areas. For San Francisco, the return to two-wheeled transportation has been particularly pronounced. After many decades of declines, the city has seen a resurgence in biking, both recreational and commuter, alongside new opportunities for the city’s economy. At… Continue reading Cities, cycles and San Francisco’s ‘return’
Super Bowl LVII: how to watch the Kansas City Chiefs play the Philadelphia Eagles
As football fans everywhere count down the days until Super Bowl LVII, the world’s biggest sports event of the year, anticipation is building for the showdown between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles. For those looking to take in the action, there are a few different ways to watch. The best way to… Continue reading Super Bowl LVII: how to watch the Kansas City Chiefs play the Philadelphia Eagles