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Brainworx HEARS Perfection hits Plugin Alliance, warps your mix
Brainworx launches HEARS Perfection software targeting individual hearing compensation rather than traditional room calibration methods. The application generates custom EQ adjustments through a brief five-minute listening assessment that detects frequency gaps in the mid and high ranges. Audio engineers can adjust the correction intensity while benefiting from minimal processor demands suitable for master bus integration. The program addresses natural hearing variations, aging effects, and listening fatigue that compromise accurate sound monitoring. Plugin Alliance distributes the software with compatibility across VST3, AU, and AAX formats for both macOS and Windows systems. Users access channel isolation features for left, right...
Harare pushes National Health Insurance Bill, Mombeshora vows surge
Zimbabwe advances healthcare system improvements while facing reduced international donor funding. Health Minister Douglas Mombeshora addressed development partners at a Harare coordination forum about financing reforms. The government plans to present National Health Insurance legislation to Parliament within weeks. This initiative aims to establish sustainable funding mechanisms through the pooling of resources and dedicated health taxes. Officials target better medical outcomes for all citizens through strategic resource allocation. UN Resident Coordinator Edward Kallon praised the ministry's insurance scheme development efforts. He emphasized the need for phased implementation with transparent governance and stakeholder engagement...
Selangor's Mohd Najwan Halimi was hit by AI porn blackmail, and demanded 420k
Selangor committee leader Mohd Najwan Halimi became the latest politician targeted by digital extortion schemes. Criminal groups sent artificial intelligence-manipulated footage featuring his likeness through anonymous electronic mail. The perpetrators demanded payment of four hundred twenty thousand ringgit to prevent the distribution of the fabricated material. Authorities received formal complaints from Najwan regarding the cyber harassment attempt. The politician filed documentation with communications regulators and plans to submit additional reports to law enforcement agencies. Similar attacks previously affected several other government officials through identical methods. Najwan identified connections between his case and...
The Order of Giants DLC flops in Rome, Indiana Jones fans fume
Critics praised Indiana Jones and the Great Circle as an exceptional adventure game that earned widespread acclaim. The reviewer awarded the base experience nine out of ten points for its compelling narrative and exploration mechanics. The Order of Giants downloadable content promised to expand the mysterious elements from the original story. Players anticipated learning more about the ancient cult and exploring Rome's historic landmarks. The expansion delivers complex puzzles and maintains the solid gameplay foundation from the main campaign. However, the narrative falls short of expectations with minimal story development and an abrupt conclusion. Most gameplay takes place within Rome's ancient sewer systems, rather than the promised...
Sibu trader bleeds RM135k in AAPL WhatsApp scam, Zulkipli Suhaili
A businessman fell victim to fraudulent investment promises after losing RM135,000 through digital channels. ACP Zulkipli Suhaili from Sibu district police confirmed the incident involved a male victim aged between 40 and 50 years. The scammer contacted him via WhatsApp on June 18, presenting herself as a Kuala Lumpur resident with access to AAPL investment opportunities. She guaranteed returns of RM4.20 per unit and potential earnings reaching RM42,000 after initial deposits. The perpetrator instructed the businessman to install a mobile application and participate in group conversations that displayed fabricated profit statements. Between September 4 and 9, he completed eighteen separate transactions totaling RM135,000 to a domestic...
Fahmi Fadzil hunts Gmail blackmailers after Rafizi porn video threat
Police investigate threats targeting multiple Members of Parliament after criminals sent pornographic blackmail videos through anonymous email accounts. Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil confirmed that authorities received complaints from several politicians who faced extortion attempts. The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission provides technical support while the police lead the investigation. Former Economy Minister Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli reported receiving demands for US$100,000 to prevent video distribution. Subang MP Wong Chen and Sungai Petani MP Mohammed Taufiq Johari faced similar attacks. Taufiq emphasized that artificial intelligence technology created fake videos to damage his reputation. Fahmi...
Uggah drags the Sarawak Ulu Pandan road saga, flood strangles Sebauh
Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas announced that Sarawak authorities will tackle obstacles affecting the Ulu Pandan Road Project Phase 2. Land disputes and technical problems require immediate attention to prevent construction delays. Officials must expedite solutions to maintain the current timeline. The deputy premier made these remarks after visiting the construction site. Government leaders prioritize infrastructure development for rural communities. Construction teams have completed 67.48 percent of the planned work. The project features an eight-kilometer paved highway meeting JKR R3 standards. Workers will build six kilometers of branch roads following JKR R1 specifications. Crews will repair eleven kilometers of...
MCMC prowls socials for Zara Qairina inquest slander, Kota Kinabalu
The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission plans to track social media posts containing false information about the Zara Qairina Mahathir death investigation. Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil emphasized that authorities will examine content that interferes with court proceedings. The Attorney General's Chambers recently warned one person who posted harmful comments about the case. Officials may pursue contempt charges against individuals who disrupt legal processes. The minister spoke during a program inspection at a local supermarket. Zara Qairina's mother asked supporters to stop holding public gatherings while the investigation continues. The family wants people to respect the legal process and avoid posting...
Kinarut dorm beating injures boy, lawyer Nurshalilah demands justice
A secondary school student suffered physical assault from an older pupil at a Kinarut educational institution after arriving late to residential quarters. The September 7 evening attack prompted the victim's parent to file complaints with Papar District Police on September 9 and later with Kota Kinabalu authorities. A Form Four student delivered kicks to the abdomen, facial slaps, and nose punches that caused visible harm to the younger student. The same evening brought additional harassment when a Form Three pupil demanded that the victim perform laundry duties. Legal representative Nurshalilah Fauzan Mailin voiced concerns about informal resolution attempts between families rather than pursuing formal charges against the aggressors.
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