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Mozilla tests integration of Perplexity AI as optional search engine in Firefox
Mozilla is experimenting with adding Perplexity AI as an alternative search engine in Firefox. Users in the U.S., U.K., and Germany may see this option in their browser. Perplexity will then become one of the choices when switching between search engines. Mozilla says it is conducting an experiment to integrate Perplexity as an alternative search engine, starting with Firefox 139 and currently targeting a subset of users in the U.S., U.K., and Germany. Additionally, Mozilla highlights the option to use Perplexity via the search bar. This feature, available in Firefox since May, allows users to search specific websites in the address bar, and then, instead of pressing enter, click " Search with Perplexity. " The option to add...
Fake RTX 4090 scam dupes buyer with modded 30 series
A customer sent four broken graphics cards to a Chinese repair shop after spending thousands of dollars. The technician discovered three fake RTX 4090 cards that sellers had made from older RTX 3090 and RTX 3080 models. Scammers often modify old computer parts and sell them as expensive new equipment. The fake cards cost around $1,400 each from overseas sellers. Regular buyers cannot easily spot these modified graphics cards without technical knowledge. Expert technicians can identify fake cards through small details on the circuit boards. One fake card showed a capacitor sticking out from the top right corner. Another sample had a QR code placed higher than normal on the bottom section. The third fake card used completely wrong...
Spokane daughters crusade made Fathers Day global
Father's Day happens every third Sunday during June across America and many other countries. Sonora Smart Dodd created the holiday back during 1910 after hearing a Mother's Day sermon the year before. Her father William Jackson Smart raised six children alone after his wife died during 1898. The Civil War veteran inspired his daughter to start a special day honoring fathers everywhere. She worked with churches and community groups around Spokane to make the first celebration happen. The holiday took more than 60 years to become official across the entire United States. President Richard Nixon signed the law making Father's Day a national holiday during 1972. Sonora was 90 years old when her dream finally came true for the whole...
Hammers celebrate epic father son football bloodlines
Father's Day falls on June 15 across many countries around the world. The third Sunday brings celebrations from Africa to Asia and Europe to the Americas. Football clubs connect generations of families through decades of support and tradition. West Ham United has welcomed fathers and sons onto its famous pitch for over 125 years. Many family pairs have worn the claret and blue jersey together. Jim Barrett Senior and Junior became the first father-son duo at West Ham before World War Two. Big Jim played 553 matches between 1925 and 1945 before joining the coaching staff. His son Jim Junior scored 26 goals during 91 appearances starting from 1950. The Barretts actually played one reserve match together before Senior retired from active...
Biggest Club Showdown Ever as Giants Chase Billions
FIFA launches its most ambitious soccer tournament as 32 teams compete across American cities for one month. The expanded Club World Cup runs from June 14 through July 13 with matches at venues from Miami to Los Angeles. European powerhouses like Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain face clubs from South America and other continents. Tournament organizers promise $1 billion total prize money with the champion earning up to $125 million. DAZN broadcasts all 63 games for free after paying FIFA around $1 billion for rights. Ticket sales appear slow with many seats still available just days before kickoff. Dynamic pricing has reduced costs significantly from original prices across multiple venues. The cheapest Inter Miami opening match...
Angola thrash Bafana for back to back COSAFA glory
Angola beat South Africa 3-0 during the COSAFA Cup final Sunday. Bafana Bafana made one roster change from their semifinal win against Comoros. Coach Hugo Broos brought Vuyo Letlapa into the starting lineup for Mduduzi Shabalala. The teams created few scoring chances during the opening minutes. South Africa showed some attacking threat through Gape Moralo and Kamogelo Sebelebile. Ime Okon nearly scored for Bafana when his header hit the crossbar just before halftime. Angola took the lead right before the break when Laurindo Aurelio headed home a free kick. The striker found space near the goal and directed his shot into the bottom corner past goalkeeper Thakasani Mbanjwa. South Africa tried to respond early during the second half...
Fierce storm rips Guo leaves 21 families destitute
A fierce storm hit the Guo Electoral Area Friday afternoon and damaged 21 homes across the community. Three houses suffered major destruction from the powerful winds and rain. Assembly Member Kenneth Bombieh Tengfaah said one mother with three children lost her entire home. The woman and her family must find new shelter after the disaster struck. Several other families also lost their belongings during the storm. High-tension electricity poles crashed down and cut power to parts of the community. Residents must live without lights as they clean up the damage. The Church of Pentecost building suffered harm from the strong winds. A retired Police Chief Inspector also saw his house damaged during the weather event. People cannot use many...
Anyako Youth spark academic revival with quiz and BECE awards
The Anyako Youth Association started new programs to help local schools perform better. Students at three basic schools compete against each other during quiz contests every year. RC Basic School won the 2025 competition with EP Basic School and AA Fia Basic School finishing second and third. The group also gives awards to top students who take important exams. Master Destiny Afetormashie earned the best male student prize from EP Basic School. Perfect Dzakah-Zah won the female award from AA Fia Basic School after strong test results. Winners receive school bags, books, pens and money to continue their education. The Madam Jewel Akusika Sedziafa Foundation pays for the quiz competition each year. Mr Mathew Godoga sponsors the student...
Muslim youth warn land grabbers hands off Eid grounds
The Kete Muslim Youth Association warns against illegal sales of their sacred prayer ground. Community leaders held a press conference about people trying to sell the Eid prayer site. The land serves as the official worship area for Muslims since they moved after Akosombo Dam construction. Families have used the space for religious ceremonies since 1961 when lake waters covered their original homes. Leaders say the property represents their spiritual heritage and community identity. Some people attempt to claim the land near Kete Senior High Technical School and SDA School. The Muslim community states they will resist any unauthorized development or ownership claims. Leaders prepared to take legal action against those involved with the...
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