Mount & Blade 2: Bannerlord gets free patch alongside War Sails DLC that's so big, the 17,000 word update run more than twice the length of Age of Empires 2's 'legendarily long' patch notes
Also adds deserters, random events and "fast mode".
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New mapping tool could help preserve centuries-old forests in B.C.
A proactive new tool that can help preserve old forests in British Columbia has been developed by University of Alberta researchers.
Senators push Rubio to investigate Israel’s alleged violations in Gaza
Classified findings by the State Department’s inspector general say hundreds of potential human rights violations are awaiting the U.S. government’s review.
Enzyme discovered in cyanobacteria can add phosphate groups to therapeutic peptides
Researchers from CIIMAR and the University of Helsinki have discovered a new biochemical modification in natural cyanobacterial products, revealing an unprecedented tool with promising applications in biotechnology and drug development.
Remembering Todd Snider, East Nashville’s ‘Pied Piper’
Friends and collaborators Elizabeth Cook, Aaron Lee Tasjan, and Chuck Mead join Nashville Now podcast to share memories of the songwriter, who died this month
The Seven Sisters Get 3,000 New Siblings
New research into the Pleiades points to a crowded stellar nursery The post The Seven Sisters Get 3,000 New Siblings appeared first on Nautilus .
Here are 3 big ideas to combat climate change, with or without COP
As action from the U.N.’s huge COP30 international meeting falls short, smaller groups are banding together to find ways to fight climate change.
In a London increasingly dominated by rideshare services, some drivers are still...
In a London increasingly dominated by rideshare services, some drivers are still opting to study for years for The Knowledge , “the grueling examination that requires applicants to essentially memorize more than 100 square miles of city streets”. 💬 Join the discussion on
Apple Quietly Offloads AirPods 4 at 47% Off, Now Cheaper Than No-Name Budget Earbuds
Redesigned for comfort, packs H2 chip processing, tracks your head movements naturally. The post Apple Quietly Offloads AirPods 4 at 47% Off, Now Cheaper Than No-Name Budget Earbuds appeared first on Kotaku .
Amazon deploys 2,000 robots in UK's Bolton warehouse to meet Christmas demand
In the UK, Amazon's Bolton warehouse uses 2,000 robots to streamline parcel handling, especially during the holiday peak, ensuring timely deliveries.
Dispatch's Mr. Whiskey is a leftover from the game's Pokémon-style origins
AdHoc originally made Dispatch as a hero mentor game, with Mr Whiskey as a "starter Pokémon," but he didn't fit the game's feel-good vision over time
Dow jumps over 300 points — on pace for 4th straight day of gains as Santa visits NYSE
Investors parsed fresh economic data and doubled down on bets the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates in December.
Elizabeth Olsen's new afterlife rom-com Eternity has a strange scientific origin
Eternity director David Freyne answers the big questions about his Elizabeth Olsen rom-com: Why is Eternity so cruel, and who's making the rules?
JBL Xtreme 3 Falls Below Last Year’s Black Friday Price, Breaking Pricing Rules for Portable Speakers
Save over $130 on one of the top-rated portable Bluetooth speakers with huge sound and the ability to withstand a soaking. The post JBL Xtreme 3 Falls Below Last Year’s Black Friday Price, Breaking Pricing Rules for Portable Speakers appeared first on Kotaku .
Tara Reid ‘Willing to Prosecute’ After Alleged Drugging at Hotel Bar
Cops in Rosemont, Illinois are investigating the incident after the actress filed a police report
Richard Branson reveals wife Joan has died at 80: 'Suddenly, she was gone'
Richard Branson's wife was believed to be in good health when she celebrated her 80th birthday.
The ROG Xbox Ally now has tailored per-game profiles and I never thought I'd say it but as a SteamOS user I'm quite jealous
Dare I say I'm tentatively optimistic about a Microsoft feature?
Plants use engineering principles to push through hard soil
Across the globe, soil compaction is becoming an ever more serious challenge. Heavy vehicles and machinery in modern agriculture compress the soil to such an extent that crops struggle to grow. In many regions, the problem is aggravated by drought linked to climate change.
Mystery over flood disaster leader's missing hour in Spanish car park
The former leader of Valencia region, Carlos Mazón, comes under fresh scrutiny over his actions on the day of the flood.
Amazon Hits LEGO Hard on Star Wars Set, Darth Vader and Clone Troopers Sink to All-Time Bottom
Recreate A New Hope's opening with seven mini-figures (and Darth Vader). The post Amazon Hits LEGO Hard on Star Wars Set, Darth Vader and Clone Troopers Sink to All-Time Bottom appeared first on Kotaku .
Making LAZY plants stand up: Research reveals new pathway plants use to detect gravity
A study by researchers at the University of Wisconsin–Madison has revealed a previously unknown pathway plants use to detect gravity and orient the direction they grow in. Publishing in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, the study may one day open the door for
Shop-bought cable helps power two quantum networks
For decades, physicists have dreamed of a quantum internet: a planetary web of ultrasecure communications and super-powered computation built not from electrical signals, but from the ghostly connections between particles of light.
André Holland, Zazie Beetz, Kate Mara’s ‘The Dutchman’ Sets Early 2026 Release (Exclusive)
Director Andre Gaines' feature adaptation of the Obie Award-winning play will hit theaters from Rogue Pictures and Inaugural Entertainment after premiering at SXSW.
Kitchen Management Makes For The Perfect Chaotic Typing Game
How to make Diner Dash even more sweaty? Add typing The post Kitchen Management Makes For The Perfect Chaotic Typing Game appeared first on Kotaku .
The challenges facing waste collection
EU auditors say that many EU countries struggle to meet the targets for reusing and recycling municipal waste. Instead, it is said, they still rely too heavily on landfill because of financial constraints and weaknesses in their waste management plans. This is according to a
In ‘Terminal Classic,’ Timo Fahler Grapples with Dualities and Contradictions
Fahler's slouched "flag" is one of a number of recent stained glass sculptures on view in his solo exhibition at Sebastian Gladstone. Do stories and artists like this matter to you? Become a Colossal Member today and support independent arts publishing for as little as $7 per
How many calories are in the average Thanksgiving dinner?
According to the Calorie Control Council, many Americans eat around 3,150 calories at a feast.
I'm impatiently waiting for Fallout Season 2 by calculating the odds of my favorite New Vegas characters making an appearance
Place your bets.
Campbell’s says it doesn’t use ‘3-D printed chicken’ after shocking alleged remarks from exec in lawsuit
Campbell’s veep Martin Bally was caught describing the soup as "bioengineered meat" and saying, "I don’t wanna eat a piece of chicken that came from a 3-D printer," according to a suit a former employee filed last week in Michigan.
Georgia prosecutor drops 2020 election interference case against Trump
The state charges were part of the last remaining criminal case against the US president stemming from the 2020 election.
Mavi on ‘The Pilot,’ Sobriety and Becoming One of Rap’s Most Intentional Voices
The Charlotte rapper explains the making of The Pilot , his decision to quit drinking, the Afrofuturist vision of First In Flight and why Black community work drives his next era
Old air samples hint at effects of climate change
Through DNA analysis of old air samples collected by the Swedish Armed Forces, researchers at Lund University in Sweden can show that spore dispersal of northern mosses has shifted over the past 35 years. It now starts several weeks earlier, revealing how quickly nature's
Michelle Obama: East Wing demolition sparked feeling of 'loss for us as a nation'
Former first lady Michelle Obama said Tuesday she “felt a loss for us as a nation” when she saw the East Wing of the White House being demolished. In an interview on "The Jamie Kern Lima Show" podcast, Obama was asked what it felt like for her in her body when she saw the
Floods in Thailand, Malaysia kill over 30, displace thousands
Tens of thousands of people in Thailand and neighboring Malaysia were displaced by widespread flooding, with streets submerged, homes inundated and at least 34 dead, officials said Wednesday.
Box Office: ‘Zootopia 2’ Races to $10 Million in Previews, Second-Biggest Start for Disney Animation
“Zootopia 2” is off to the box office races. Disney’s animated sequel about anthropomorphic animals has earned $10.2 million in preview screenings on Tuesday. Those ticket sales are the second-highest ever preview start for Walt Disney Animation Studios, behind “Moana 2” ($13.8
Georgia Kills Historic Election-Meddling Case Against Trump and Allies
A Georgia prosecutor has officially dropped the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO) case against President Donald Trump and his allies for interfering in the 2020 election. The RICO charges—filed by Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis in 2023—were
Forget Mac Mini, Amazon Drops This 4.6-Star Intel i7 Gaming Mini PC to a Record Low as It Clears Out Stock (32GB RAM, 1TB SSD)
KAMRUI has reduced the price of its Hyper H2 mini gaming PC by over $300 for a limited time. The post Forget Mac Mini, Amazon Drops This 4.6-Star Intel i7 Gaming Mini PC to a Record Low as It Clears Out Stock (32GB RAM, 1TB SSD) appeared first on Kotaku .
FAA investigating Amazon after Texas drone mishap
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) said Wednesday it is investigating Amazon after one of its drones struck an internet cable in Texas last week. The drone, an MK30 delivery aircraft, struck a line in Waco, Texas, at roughly 12:45 p.m. local time last Tuesday, the FAA
What meadows reveal about the future: Spatial data can predict biodiversity loss before species disappear
Meadows once teeming with buzzing insects and colorful plants are quietly losing their diversity. But how fast is this change happening and can we detect it before species disappear? A German-Swiss research team led by Professor Dr. Lena Neuenkamp of Bielefeld University has
