Which Countries Have Been Banned From Buying The F-35 Lightning II By The US?

Which Countries Have Been Banned From Buying The F-35 Lightning II By The US? In October 2020,Reuters reportedthat cash-flush Qatar submitted a formal request to purchase F-35 Lightning II jets from America. In response, Eli Cohen — Israel’s Intelligence Minister at the time — firmly stated thatIsrael would oppose any proposed saleto maintain its military superiority in the region. The deal, if pursued, would have likely strained America’s relationships with not only Israel, but also other Middle East allies like Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates....

July 18, 2025 · 4 min · 803 words · Veronica Deleon

Why Was The RAM 1500 EcoDiesel Discontinued?

Why Was The RAM 1500 EcoDiesel Discontinued? For fans of raw towing power, the news that Ram and Jeep were no longer going to offer the 3.0-liter EcoDiesel engine beyond 2023 was somber. According to Netherlands-based Stellantis, which owns Ram, the decision was part of the company’s new focus on electric vehicles. However, another reason for the discontinuation is likely the mounting emissions fines Stellantis faces, which number in the millions....

July 18, 2025 · 3 min · 556 words · Tom Ayala

‘MyVolume’ Allows You to Fine Tune Your iPhone’s Volume Controls

If you’re serious about customizing your iPhone’s sound, there’s likely no better candidate to meet your needs thanMyVolume. This is ajailbreaktweakfor serious customizers only; casuals need not apply. That’s because MyVolume allows you to modify nearly every function of your iPhone’s volume controls, almost to a fanatic level… It’s funny because you don’t really realize how tight Apple’s controls are, until a tweak like this comes around and opens a whole new realm of possibilities....

July 18, 2025 · 2 min · 228 words · Kristen Frazier

'Beekeeper 2' Director Reveals Production Is Underway With Sequel Following Jason Statham as an Aged Action Hero

The Beekeeperproved to be one of the most popular action thrillers inJason Statham’s arsenal. And now, directorTimo Tjahjantohas offered the update fans have been waiting for. Speaking exclusively with MovieWeb’s George Edelman, the filmmaker behind such action movie delights asThe Night Comes for UsandThe Shadow Strayshas revealed that production is well underway and teased what’s to come in the highly anticipated sequel. “I was, literally two days ago, I was in London scouting for locations [for Beekeeper 2], and now I’m here in LA, but I love…I can’t wait, to be honest, because, you know, Beekeeper is obviously one of those movies where it sort of walked the fine line … something absurd about it in a great way, right?...

July 17, 2025 · 3 min · 477 words · Angela Luna

11 Car Features Modern Tech Made Obsolete

11 Car Features Modern Tech Made Obsolete Look from afar, and modern cars don’t differ much from their predecessors. They still have four wheels, engine compartments, and metal bodies with windows. Peek inside, and it’s the same story. Every car has a steering wheel, a dashboard with instruments, and at least a seat for the driver. Most cars always had trunks, too. Dig deeper, though, and you’ll find that modern tech has made many older car features obsolete....

July 17, 2025 · 14 min · 2876 words · Danielle Butler

2023's Best Games So Far, Ranked

2023’s Best Games So Far, Ranked We’re only halfway through the year, but 2023 has already given us some incredible games to sink our teeth into. From epic sequels to revamped classics, this year’s gaming lineup has been a real treat. No matter which platform you prefer, there’s a wide range of genres and gameplay styles from 2023’s best games that cater to every taste. The beauty of video games is that they are able to speak a universal language that brings people together regardless of age, gender, or background....

July 17, 2025 · 16 min · 3387 words · Ronald Lynch

6 Alternative Uses For The Sewing Awl On Your Swiss Army Knife

6 Alternative Uses For The Sewing Awl On Your Swiss Army Knife We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Despite its military origin, the Swiss Army Knife (SAK) has gained renown for its practicality that even civilians can enjoy — it also continues to be one of themost recognizable multi-toolsin the world. However, with so many versions of it available on the market, each one can surprise you with tools you’ve never used before, like the sewing awl....

July 17, 2025 · 7 min · 1428 words · Perry Moody

All 8 Major Houses In House Of The Dragon Explained

Summary The are many noble houses at play inHouse of the Dragon, and it can be hard to keep track of everyone’s motivations. HBO’s fantasy universe is based on theA Song of Ice & Firebook series by George R.R. Martin, which is well-known for its complex political world-building, with a feudal system ruled by a monarch and specific regions delegated to vassal lords.Game of Thronescovered a lot of ground in introducing TV audiences to most of the prominent noble families in Westeros, but the landscape is different inHouse of the Dragon’stimeline, 200 years earlier....

July 17, 2025 · 9 min · 1780 words · Charles Gray

All Scorestreaks in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6

Quick Links Call of Duty: Black Ops 6has many scorestreaks at your disposal. From the SAM Turret to the classic Care Package, there are many to choose from for your loadout. Here’s a breakout of each of them. All Scorestreaks There are a total of 18 Scorestreaks in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6. They include the following: If you’re relatively decent atCall of Duty: Black Ops 6,one of the best setups for the game is a Scout Pulse, RC-XD, and a Care Package....

July 17, 2025 · 2 min · 423 words · David Porter

An email from Steve Jobs reveals Apple was working on an ‘iPhone nano’ at one point

There isn’t an “iPhone nano” in today’s lineup of smartphones from Apple. But apparently there might be an alternative timeline where there is. Because in this one, it turns out Apple was at one point considering making one of these phones, but it wasn’t meant to be for us. Way back in 2011, when theiPhone 4was the mainline iPhone, Apple was considering launching a smaller version of the handset and with a cheaper price tag....

July 17, 2025 · 3 min · 449 words · Derek Rivera

Apple AirTag review: I once was lost, but now am found

How often do you lose things? If the answer is a lot, thenAppleis hoping its latest accessory, AirTag, will be your saviour. But can a small device the size of a bottle top be the answer? We’ve been getting lost and then found again with the new AirTag, Apple’s interwoven ecosystem alternative solution toTile. For many it’ll be the insurance needed when it comes to their bags, keys, and other items....

July 17, 2025 · 11 min · 2227 words · Stacy Schmidt

Apple could have wireless Lightning adapter in the works

Apple’s new, miniaturized dock connector that debuted on theiPhone 5under theLightningmoniker so far proved an annoyance as customers with legacy 30-pin dock accessories are required to purchase Apple’s pricey adapter. Worse, as Apple’s cablehas an authentication chip, it has been concluded thatthird-party alternativesoffered by places like Alibaba.com won’t work. But as a patent filing indicates, Apple is researching an interesting solution that could help ease Lightning woes with a universal adapter for iOS devices which facilitates, as Apple wrote,“the transmission of wireless data to any accessory”…...

July 17, 2025 · 2 min · 374 words · Jennifer Adams

Apple Intelligence isn't coming to Europe at launch

People in the European Union won’t initially get access toiPhone mirroring, SharePlay screen sharing, orApple IntelligencewheniOS 18, iPadOS 18, and macOS Sequoia launch this fall, Apple tells theFinancial Times. The company blames “regulatory uncertainties brought about by the Digital Markets Act,” referring to a law designed to encourage competition in the EU. It didn’t say what portions of the DMA might be involved, but the law covers “gatekeeper” companies, specifically aspects like data collection and any favoritism with first-party services, such as the pre-installation of some apps....

July 17, 2025 · 3 min · 471 words · Julie Anderson