Welcome to another unfun grief-addled post here at Anna’s New Rome!Setting: I just returned from Jeff’s storage unit in Virginia.Warning: Strong language, marital issues.Okay folks in the SCA, 501st, cosplay, military, and everything in between: We need to have a Very Serious Chat. I am putting on no airs here: I own a lot of stuff, but I’ve also made a conscious effort to cull this stuff significantly in the last few years when I realized it was not sustainable anymore. Us who craft, especially in any form of reenactment or living history, have to juggle owning things for multiple people...…Welcome to another unfun grief-addled post here at Anna’s New Rome!Setting: I just returned from Jeff’s storage unit in Virginia.Warning: Strong language, marital issues.Okay folks in the SCA, 501st, cosplay, military, and everything in between: We need to have a Very Serious Chat. I am putting on no airs here: I own a lot of stuff, but I’ve also made a conscious effort to cull this stuff significantly in the last few years when I realized it was not sustainable anymore. Us who craft, especially in any form of reenactment or living history, have to juggle owning things for multiple people...WW…

Samsung is reportedly abandoning its plans for a revolutionary leaf-structured battery in the upcoming Galaxy S25 Ultra, opting instead to continue with existing technologies, potentially disappointing users looking forward to significant advancements in battery life.Rumors previously circulated about the introduction of a new leaf-structured battery technology in the Galaxy S24 Ultra, but this failed to materialize for undisclosed reasons. According to insider Sawyer Galox, Samsung has decided to drop this innovation for the Galaxy S25 Ultra as a cost-saving measure. Another industry...…Samsung is reportedly abandoning its plans for a revolutionary leaf-structured battery in the upcoming Galaxy S25 Ultra, opting instead to continue with existing technologies, potentially disappointing users looking forward to significant advancements in battery life.Rumors previously circulated about the introduction of a new leaf-structured battery technology in the Galaxy S24 Ultra, but this failed to materialize for undisclosed reasons. According to insider Sawyer Galox, Samsung has decided to drop this innovation for the Galaxy S25 Ultra as a cost-saving measure. Another industry...WW…

Apple is intensively growing its global artificial intelligence (AI) team by employing a variety of strategies, including recruiting experts from Google and establishing a secretive laboratory in Zurich, as reported by Financial Times.The tech giant, which has seen its valuation soar to $2.7 trillion, has been on a recruitment drive to bolster its AI and machine learning teams around the world. Since 2018, following the appointment of John Giannandrea as the head of the AI department, Apple has successfully lured at least 36 specialists from Google. The Financial Times discovered this after...…Apple is intensively growing its global artificial intelligence (AI) team by employing a variety of strategies, including recruiting experts from Google and establishing a secretive laboratory in Zurich, as reported by Financial Times.The tech giant, which has seen its valuation soar to $2.7 trillion, has been on a recruitment drive to bolster its AI and machine learning teams around the world. Since 2018, following the appointment of John Giannandrea as the head of the AI department, Apple has successfully lured at least 36 specialists from Google. The Financial Times discovered this after...WW…

NVIDIA has officially announced its acquisition of the Israeli startup Run:ai, which specializes in developing software for optimizing artificial intelligence (AI) applications and workloads on graphics processing units (GPUs). The transaction is reportedly valued at approximately $700 million, although figures as high as $1 billion were previously mentioned. This acquisition aligns with NVIDIA's strategy to expand its presence in the AI ecosystem.Run:ai's technology is based on Kubernetes, which helps enterprises efficiently manage computing infrastructure for AI tasks both in the cloud...…NVIDIA has officially announced its acquisition of the Israeli startup Run:ai, which specializes in developing software for optimizing artificial intelligence (AI) applications and workloads on graphics processing units (GPUs). The transaction is reportedly valued at approximately $700 million, although figures as high as $1 billion were previously mentioned. This acquisition aligns with NVIDIA's strategy to expand its presence in the AI ecosystem.Run:ai's technology is based on Kubernetes, which helps enterprises efficiently manage computing infrastructure for AI tasks both in the cloud...WW…

In a decisive move to combat the effects of screen technology on the youth, a French expert panel, established by President Emmanuel Macron, has proposed a ban on smartphone usage for children under 13 and the regulation of their social media access until the age of 18. The recommendations come after a comprehensive three-month study on how digital interfaces affect children and teenagers.The findings and recommendations were detailed in a 142-page report titled "Children and Screens: In Search of Lost Time," unveiled on Tuesday. This significant report emphasizes the urgent need to...…In a decisive move to combat the effects of screen technology on the youth, a French expert panel, established by President Emmanuel Macron, has proposed a ban on smartphone usage for children under 13 and the regulation of their social media access until the age of 18. The recommendations come after a comprehensive three-month study on how digital interfaces affect children and teenagers.The findings and recommendations were detailed in a 142-page report titled "Children and Screens: In Search of Lost Time," unveiled on Tuesday. This significant report emphasizes the urgent need to...WW…

Microsoft has rolled out a critical update for its Edge browser, addressing the previously unconsented installation of its Copilot software on Windows 11 PCs. The issue, which drew considerable user backlash, involved Copilot being automatically added to certain computers without the owners' permission.Until recently, this AI assistant was being "deployed" to some machines stealthily, sparking concerns among its unwitting new hosts. Over the past month, a number of Windows 11 users reported that Microsoft had autonomously installed the Copilot program on their PCs. This unexpected addition...…Microsoft has rolled out a critical update for its Edge browser, addressing the previously unconsented installation of its Copilot software on Windows 11 PCs. The issue, which drew considerable user backlash, involved Copilot being automatically added to certain computers without the owners' permission.Until recently, this AI assistant was being "deployed" to some machines stealthily, sparking concerns among its unwitting new hosts. Over the past month, a number of Windows 11 users reported that Microsoft had autonomously installed the Copilot program on their PCs. This unexpected addition...WW…

This creamy Italian dressing is an easy-to-make condiment packed with herbs and spices for the perfect addition to any salad. You only need a few household ingredients and 5 minutes to make it. I guarantee it will taste better than any store-bought dressing! If homemade dressings are for you, try my recipes for Southwest dressing, ranch dressing, and blue cheese dressing. Jump to: Classic Italian dressing is always a household staple, as it pairs well with many types of salad. However, sometimes, I'm in the mood for a dressing that boasts all the same flavors but is creamier than a...…This creamy Italian dressing is an easy-to-make condiment packed with herbs and spices for the perfect addition to any salad. You only need a few household ingredients and 5 minutes to make it. I guarantee it will taste better than any store-bought dressing! If homemade dressings are for you, try my recipes for Southwest dressing, ranch dressing, and blue cheese dressing. Jump to: Classic Italian dressing is always a household staple, as it pairs well with many types of salad. However, sometimes, I'm in the mood for a dressing that boasts all the same flavors but is creamier than a...WW…

Skip to contentI make money on some of the products I mention on ThinkOutsideTheCubicleNow.com through affiliate relationships. I never endorse a product or service unless I fully believe it will be of value to my readers.Sharing is Caring!Whether you’re captivated by the allure of twinkling lights, the comforting aroma of hot cocoa, or the prospect of snowy adventures, winter presents a prime opportunity to explore creative avenues that can fill your pockets with extra money.Luckily, there are a lot of ways to make extra money during the colder months. This guide is designed to inspire and...…Skip to contentI make money on some of the products I mention on ThinkOutsideTheCubicleNow.com through affiliate relationships. I never endorse a product or service unless I fully believe it will be of value to my readers.Sharing is Caring!Whether you’re captivated by the allure of twinkling lights, the comforting aroma of hot cocoa, or the prospect of snowy adventures, winter presents a prime opportunity to explore creative avenues that can fill your pockets with extra money.Luckily, there are a lot of ways to make extra money during the colder months. This guide is designed to inspire and...WW…

Skip to contentI make money on some of the products I mention on ThinkOutsideTheCubicleNow.com through affiliate relationships. I never endorse a product or service unless I fully believe it will be of value to my readers.Sharing is Caring!If you’ve ever dreamt of launching an innovative and hassle-free business, starting a vending machine venture might be the perfect avenue. Not only can it be a relatively low-cost business to start, but it’s also one you can customize to fit your schedule and location.Vending machines have come a long way from simply dispensing snacks and beverages; they...…Skip to contentI make money on some of the products I mention on ThinkOutsideTheCubicleNow.com through affiliate relationships. I never endorse a product or service unless I fully believe it will be of value to my readers.Sharing is Caring!If you’ve ever dreamt of launching an innovative and hassle-free business, starting a vending machine venture might be the perfect avenue. Not only can it be a relatively low-cost business to start, but it’s also one you can customize to fit your schedule and location.Vending machines have come a long way from simply dispensing snacks and beverages; they...WW…

Or are we gonna to continue to ignore the elephant in the room like y’all ignored the glaring, “Hey this is white supremacist” content in my viral blog post about crown tournament variances last month?There is a reason _WHY_ I called out the issues of glaring white supremacy. Even if you, reading this, good person, are not bigoted, or racist, you benefit from a society that has it ingrained in its core. Read Gianna/Gigi’s post here: https://fleurtyherald.wordpress.com/2022/12/23/equity-inclusion-and-the-sca/ If you don’t want to read them, or go, “I don’t care.” That’s on you, boo, but I...…Or are we gonna to continue to ignore the elephant in the room like y’all ignored the glaring, “Hey this is white supremacist” content in my viral blog post about crown tournament variances last month?There is a reason _WHY_ I called out the issues of glaring white supremacy. Even if you, reading this, good person, are not bigoted, or racist, you benefit from a society that has it ingrained in its core. Read Gianna/Gigi’s post here: https://fleurtyherald.wordpress.com/2022/12/23/equity-inclusion-and-the-sca/ If you don’t want to read them, or go, “I don’t care.” That’s on you, boo, but I...WW…