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Dec 20 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Sonic 3's Big Preview Night, Mufasa's Decent Start

Last night, Sonic the Hedgehog 3 zoomed ahead with a impressive $6. 5 million in previews. Disney's Mufasa also did well, pulling in $3. 3 million. These numbers are the highest ever for a Sonic movie, beating the previous installment's $5 million Thursday night previews and overall $6. 25 million.

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Dec 20 2024BUSINESS

Yamaha's New Move in Silicon Valley: A $50M Investment in Music Tech

In 2025, Yamaha is making big waves in the world of music tech. They're setting up a new company in Silicon Valley called Yamaha Music Innovations LLC. This isn't just a office, it's a powerhouse designed to find and invest in the best music startups. Yamaha wants to get in on the ground floor of th

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Dec 20 2024TECHNOLOGY

Innovating Wisely: How Digital Leaders Can Succeed in 2025's Tech Boom

2025 is set to be a big year for tech. AI is evolving rapidly, with agentic AI ready to shake things up. Tech leaders also need to handle demands for automation, machine learning, and AR. So, how can digital leaders navigate these challenges? Four experts share their tips. First, think like a busin

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Dec 20 2024ENVIRONMENT

Oakland Airport Redevelopment Under Fire from Environmental Group

An environmental group called Communities for Better Environment has filed a lawsuit against the Port of Oakland. They say the Environmental Impact Report for the Oakland Airport's terminal redevelopment doesn't fully consider the harm it could cause to East Oakland communities. These communities ar

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Dec 20 2024CRIME

Two Decades Later: Mall Kidnapper Finally Brought to Justice

In an incredible turn of events, a jury convicted a 67-year-old man last week for a 1994 kidnapping at the Oakridge Mall, thanks to a cold-case investigation that relied on DNA evidence. Thomas John Loguidice was found guilty of felony kidnapping with the intent to rob, after he was linked to the cr

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Dec 20 2024CELEBRITIES

Missing Royals: Who Skipped the Annual Christmas Lunch?

King Charles III recently hosted his annual pre-Christmas lunch at Buckingham Palace, inviting about 70 family members. But not everyone showed up. Prince William, Kate Middleton, and their kids were among the missing faces. The king's brother, Prince Andrew, also decided to skip the event, and his

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Dec 20 2024TECHNOLOGY

Seeing AI's Thoughts: Google's New Approach

Ever wondered what it would be like to watch a machine work through problems, just like a friend would? Google's DeepMind has created a new AI, Gemini 2. 0 Flash Thinking, that lets you do just that. Although it doesn't think like humans, it can break down complex issues into smaller parts, similar

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Dec 20 2024HEALTH

Videogames on the Move: Do They Boost College Mental Health?

College life can be a mix of excitement and stress that directly impacts students' mental well-being. Amidst this complexity, active video games (AVGs) have become a popular pastime among college students, offering both entertainment and a potential tool to enhance mental health. The focus on AVGs h

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Dec 20 2024HEALTH

MGUS and High Calcium Levels: What You Need to Know

Imagine you've just found out you have MGUS, a blood condition where proteins aren't acting like they should. Oh, and your doctor says your calcium levels are high? Don't panic just yet. A big study from Iceland, called iStopMM, dug into this exact situation. Out of 2, 546 people with MGUS, 191 had

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Dec 20 2024HEALTH

Apps for Spinal Cord Injury Care: A Mobile Search

Mobile technology has been a game-changer in healthcare, especially for folks with long-term health issues. But when it comes to spinal cord injury (SCI), apps that offer self-management support haven't gotten much attention. We don't know much about what's out there and what's good. So, let's dive

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