The First Descendant’s latest update has made a variety of changes to address concerns about the game’s icons, AFK players, and more. Hotfix 1.0.3, which released on July 18, 2024, makes some useful changes, particularly the option to turn off projectile explosion effects from other players to improve visibility and increasing the number of Void Shards you get from certain missions. The latter addresses a common complaint with the game’s “annoying” grind for these valuable resources.

The First Descendant July 18 patch notes: Icon changes, AFK report, bug fixes

Cornell researchers have refined the estimated sinking period of the Kyrenia shipwreck to between 286-272 BCE by overcoming dating challenges such as contaminant removal and revising the radiocarbon calibration curve, enhancing both historical understanding and broader scientific research. Historic shipwrecks often evoke dreams of sunken riches waiting on the bottom...

The Real Treasure Was Not Gold: Surprise Discovery Reveals Secrets of Ancient Greek Shipwreck

Influencer-turned-boxer Jake Paul has taken the combat sports world by storm, picking up numerous victories against former UFC legends such as Nate Diaz, Anderson Silva and Tyron Woodley. ‘The Problem Child’ was originally set to take on boxing icon Mike Tyson on Netflix, but the match was delayed to November...

Jake Paul has admitted that his July 20 boxing match against Mike Perry could put his next fight against Mike Tyson at risk.

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Archaeologists have just discovered evidence of a “previously unknown” ancient culture that had been lost to the sands of time.A team of experts discovered 30 rock art sites dating back thousands of years in Venezuela’s Canaima National Park. But the most exciting part of the find was realising that its creators belonged to a never-before-seen civilisation.The newfound art "represents a new culture previously unknown," the team’s lead José Miguel Pérez-Gómez, of Simón Bolívar University in Caracas, told Live Science.The pictograms and petroglyphs include simple depictions of leaves and stick figure drawings of people, as well as star-shaped patterns and other...

Archaeologists unearth 4,000-year-old art from never-before-seen culture

The legend of the Pied Piper of Hamelin, the colorful figure who seduces rats out of a town with his music, then the town’s children, is known to many around the world. Not many know, however, that the legend probably has a dark basis in reality. Below are some fascinating facts about the historic origins of that tale and other folklore and mythology from around the world.

Legend of the Pied Piper’s Dark Origins, and Other Historic Folklore

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The founders did virtually nothing to abolish slavery because, fearing for their lives, they put their own safety first.

What Made America's Founders Perpetuate Slavery

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Archaeologists conducting excavations at the site of a church have unearthed a marble shrine containing a relic that they believe may be tied to Moses receiving the Ten Commandments.

The shrine contained a 1,500-year-old ivory box adorned with Christian motifs, according to an Innsbruck University press release.

The item was discovered by archaeologists from Innsbruck University in southern Austria under an altar inside a chapel at the summit of Burgbichl, a small hill, in the municipality of Irschen.  

Since 2016, archaeologists from the University of Innsbruck have been carrying out excavations in Irschen, which is a part of the Carinthian Drava Valley.

‘City of the Dead’ archeologists have...

Archaeologists discover ancient relic believed to be tied to Moses and the Ten Commandments

Marvel and Deadpool fans can now celebrate the new Deadpool and Wolverine movie in style with a Deadpool Xbox controller. The upcoming Deadpool & Wolverine film hasn’t even been released in theatres. However, its marketing team has been hard at work creating some of the most bizarre and lewd tie-in merch imaginable.

Xbox reveals new Deadpool controller with a gigantic twist

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Archaeologists have discovered a collection of 500-year-old graves buried underneath the ruins of a 12th-century Benedictine monastery in Germany. Knewz.com has learned that recent excavations have unearthed “densely packed” burials of at least 15 people under the monastery ruins. Although archaeologists have been carrying out annual excavation projects at the monastery since 2017, they had […]

Archaeologists Discover 500-Year-Old Graves Beneath Monastery Ruins in Germany

Veteran Pokemon Go players are sharing screenshots of the “unmatched” Shiny ‘mon they’ve captured in-game over the years. Pokemon Go players can find Shiny Pokemon in a variety of ways, including in the wild, during Raid Bosses, through Research Task rewards, and so on. Some users...

Pokemon Go veterans share “unmatched” Shiny collections

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Did 17th-century immigrants to the 13 colonies have modern British accents? First, we need to figure out what a “British accent” is.

What Did the Original American Colonists Sound Like?

Ancient Egypt is a subject that fascinates many, so it's only natural that it is committed to film multiple times. Sadly, most films about Ancient Egypt have been really bad--horrible, even. In a sea of low-quality B-movies about one of humanity's oldest societies, it can be really hard to find a good movie about the topic, especially if you're craving something in that genre.

10 Must-Watch Movies for Fans of Ancient Egypt

In a remarkable discovery, archaeologists have identified a stone wall in an Italian forest, revealing a historical site where the legendary gladiator Spartacus clashed with the Roman army. This significant find was initially brought to attention by local environmentalists who stumbled upon the wall and promptly alerted the experts. Advanced...

Archaeologists Uncover Battle Site of Spartacus's Clash with Roman Army in Italian Forest

Archaeologists are back at the site of a Benedictine abbey in a bid to discover the position and layout of its buildings. Cerne Abbey in Dorset was demolished in 1539 during the Dissolution and, until excavations last year, had remained virtually untouched. During the first dig, researchers from the University...

Archaeologists return to site of medieval abbey

Doritos have been known to come up with some pretty weird and wacky releases in the past. In December 2023, they brought out a nacho cheese flavor liquor modeled after the classic flavor, ready for the gifting season. Now, just in time for summer, the brand has come up with...

Doritos have brought out a new flavor, and it’s a little on the strange side, being more suitable as a breakfast drink than a bag of chips.

The trophy for the winners of the Apex Legends Global Series South America Split 1 Playoffs in 2022, which was lost in customs, has resurfaced two years later after being purchased at an auction. A box was put up for action by the Federal Police and was purchased at random...

Apex Legends LAN trophy held for ransom after customs mishap

The original Xbox is somewhat unloved compared to its successors, but one YouTuber has turned an OG Xbox into a machine suitable for gaming in 2024. YouTuber and modder Modern Vintage Gamer sought to overcome the issues posed by aging electronics in retro hardware, like the OG Xbox, through clever application of mods that bring the retro console up to date and worthy of a spot in your living room.

YouTuber turns OG Xbox into powerful console using mods for Xbox Live & more

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The Animal Rescue of New England recently introduced Cagney and Lacey, two adorable German Shepherd puppies, who are now ready to find their forever home. These lively girls were saved from a shelter on the day they were due to be euthanized due to overcrowding. At approximately five months old, both puppies are brimming with energy and love.

Puppies Saved On The Day They Were To Be Euthanized Now Looking For Love

Two of the biggest pizza brands in the US have left customers feeling baffled, as in their newest campaign, Pizza Hut decided to troll Domino’s in a big way. Pizza Hut UK have engaged in an amusing new campaign alongside Iris Worldwide (a global marketing agency) to allude to one of its biggest competitors.

Pizza Hut trolls rival by becoming “Official Sponsor of Domino’s”

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Marriage is a significant life decision that requires extreme commitment, understanding, devotion and a heck of a lot of compromise. While many people dream of a lifelong partnership, others find the concept of marriage challenging. Astrology offers insights into personality traits and behaviors, suggesting that certain zodiac signs might face more difficulties in maintaining a traditional marital relationship. This article explores the five zodiac signs that are often considered less suited for marriage due to their unique characteristics and tendencies when it comes to lifelong commitment.

The 5 Zodiac Signs Not Meant for Matrimony

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Fans amazed The First Descendants patch is “actually listening to community feedback”

Nexon’s latest patch for The First Descendant delivers several game fixes that stunned and impressed the community, proving that developer Nexon is listening to players. When...

Fans amazed The First Descendants patch is “actually listening to community feedback”

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