Rediscovering and dismantling a long-forgotten video game console has unearthed an intriguing piece of tech history. The device, known as Video Volley, appears to be an early home video game system capable of playing tennis, hockey, and handball—though it was never widely produced or distributed. Its design resembles a homebrew project or prototype, with a case and wiring that look handcrafted. Interestingly, while most similar systems relied on General Instrument chips, this one houses a rare National Semiconductor pong chip. The controllers are rudimentary, consisting of sliding potentiometers and a switch, adding to the mystery of how many units were made and sold. South Korea shifts focus to unmanned naval power, stepping back from its F-35 program and scrapping plans for a light aircraft carrier. The Navy will now prioritize developing a multi-role unmanned command ship designed to deploy a variety of military drones, reflecting a strategic pivot influenced by modern warfare trends and insights gained from the war in Ukraine. Susan Collins Yet to Announce Reelection Plans: As Democrats search for a strong challenger to GOP Senator Susan Collins in Maine, their hopes may hinge on whether the veteran senator decides to retire. Collins, the only Republican senator from New England and a powerful figure after 28 years in office, has not yet confirmed if she will seek a sixth term. Her decision looms large, with prominent Democrats like Governor Janet Mills and Representative Jared Golden considering their options in anticipation of what is expected to be a fiercely contested race. Judges rule pizza deliveries were intended as acts of intimidation, following hundreds of unsolicited orders sent to jurists’ homes across at least seven states since February. The pattern has primarily targeted judges overseeing lawsuits against Trump administration policies, raising serious security concerns and prompting a Senate leader to call for a Justice Department investigation. Browns QB Dillon Gabriel Shares Confident Message About Shedeur Sanders
Cleveland Browns rookie quarterback Dillon Gabriel welcomed the team's selection of fellow rookie QB Shedeur Sanders, saying confidently, "I love it." Gabriel, a standout from Oregon, and Sanders, who dropped to the fifth round despite first-round projections, have already begun competing during rookie minicamp. While Sanders appeared sharper on the opening day, both quarterbacks are vying to prove themselves amid a crowded QB room that includes veterans Joe Flacco and Kenny Pickett. Neither rookie is guaranteed a roster spot, but their preseason battle could determine the Browns' future under center. Minority voter support for Trump declines as recent polling shows slipping approval among key demographic groups that had backed him in the 2024 election. Although Donald Trump made notable gains with Latino voters, younger men, non-White individuals without a college degree, and Black men, new surveys reveal waning enthusiasm just 100 days into his second term. His overall job approval has dropped below his 2024 vote share, with particularly low ratings on economic issues like inflation, signaling that earlier predictions of a lasting political realignment may have been premature. President Trump is quietly reducing government operations by withholding approval for key funding across federal agencies. This unofficial freeze has effectively paralyzed numerous divisions, leaving them unable to function despite remaining officially in place, according to the Washington Post. China is actively promoting its J-10 fighter jet as a formidable alternative to the U.S.-made F-16, positioning it as a cornerstone of its expanding defense exports. The J-10, a modern fourth-generation multirole aircraft, is designed for advanced system-wide integration—a contrast to the Cold War-era F-16, long emblematic of American military influence across numerous allied air forces.