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A 3D-printed version of Super Monkey Ball’s AiAi completes this custom creation. | Photo: Tom Tilley / X Gamers could get an edge in Sega’s Super Monkey Ball with the help of a unique DIY controller: a literal monkey in a ball that can be physically rolled around instead of mashing a joystick on a gamepad. Super Monkey Ball requires players to tilt and roll a series of complex floating platforms to control the monkey’s movements, so Sega designed the original arcade versions of the game with an oversize trackball controller. That wasn’t carried over to the console versions of the game, and since arcade machines typically cost thousands of dollars, developer Tom Tilley decided to design and build a much cheaper solution made from recycled and 3D-printed materials. “I am a software developer, but I worked for about eight years as a fax and... Continue reading…

Hori’s design is a little funky, but those yellow and violet versions look fantastic. | Image: Hori Nearly five years after Valve discontinued its experimental Steam Controller, a new officially licensed gamepad for Steam is on the way. The new controller is made by Hori, and it’s only coming to Japan (at least for now). Dubbed the Wireless Horipad for Steam, the PC-centric controller matches the Steam Deck’s menu buttons and has similar touch sensors atop its sticks to activate gyro controls. It also supports Bluetooth wireless and USB-C wired connections as well as a whole bunch of custom programmability using Hori’s software. But while it shares a lot with the Steam Deck, it’s not a Steam Controller 2 — it lacks rumble, a matching set of four back buttons, and the handheld’s signature trackpads. The new controller is set to launch... Continue reading…

The spotlight has been on Rivian's long-term health for a bit now. With the company under financial pressure to get over the hump of moving from its R1 lineup into its R2 future, where the company is expected to experience its Tesla Model Y moment, there has been doubt thrown around about its ability to survive financially until then. Enter Volkswagen. In a blog post, Rivian announced that the two companies have entered into a joint venture where Volkswagen will utilize Rivian's software platform and electrical platform in its future electric vehicles. The company is going to pay Rivian $5 billion over the years as part of the partnership. Continue reading... The post Rivian’s VW deal could make it the Apple or Google of EV software appeared first on BGR. Today's Top Deals Best laptop deals for 2024 Today’s deals: $714 Apple Watch Ultra 2, $30 Thermacell mosquito repeller, $130 Instant Pot Duo Plus, more Today’s deals: $150 off GEEKOM mini PC, $21 TOZO earbuds, $90 Ninja Air Fryer Pro, $360 Galaxy A35, more Best deals: Tech, laptops, TVs, and more sales

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Shannen Doherty has endured a series of severe and heartbreaking challenges ranging from her breast cancer diagnosis in 2015 and her divorce shortly after. The actress has been bravely sharing updates about her chemotherapy sessions and surgery with her fans. Despite her efforts and the support of her loved ones, her health situation took a tragic turn last year when the actress revealed that her cancer had metastasized to her brain and bones. The actress recently took to her social media to share another heart-wrenching update, detailing the continuous and escalating challenges she faces as her cancer progresses and this has got her fans devastated, Shannen Doherty expresses uncertainty about her cancer battle Instagram In the latest episode of her Let’s Be Clear podcast, Doherty candidly shared her honest feelings and concerns, acknowledging that she doesn’t have a clear idea of what lies ahead for her health condition. RELATED: Shannen Doherty Is Glad She Didn’t Return For ‘Charmed’ Finale The 53-year-old revealed to her audience that she has just started a new treatment plan. While hopeful, she admitted that she is unsure whether this new approach will be beneficial for her condition or if there is a possibility that the treatment might need to be altered again, depending on how her body responds. LOS ANGELES – OCT 5: Shannen Doherty at the 9th Annual American Humane Hero Dog Awards at the Beverly Hilton Hotel on October 5, 2019 in Beverly Hills, CA Shannen Doherty says her condition has been worsened by a change of treatment and her divorce Doherty explained that since the change in her treatment plan, she has experienced a significant increase in anxiety. However, her new cancer treatment is not the only source of her worry. The Charmed actress revealed that her ongoing divorce battle with her ex-husband, Kurt Iswarienko, has also contributed to her distress. Instagram The couple, who separated in April 2023 after 11 years of marriage, are currently in the midst of a contentious divorce. Doherty described her current situation as feeling like she is “walking into the unknown,” highlighting the combined impact of her health challenges and personal turmoil. Click for next Article The post Shannen Doherty Shares Heartbreaking Update About Her Cancer Battle appeared first on DoYouRemember? - The Home of Nostalgia. Author, Peace A

Nearly two decades after Michael Jackson’s death, his former pet chimpanzee, Bubbles, has found a home at the Center for Great Apes in Wauchula, Florida. The 41-year-old chimp now enjoys freedom in the luxury sanctuary alongside fellow chimps Oopsie, Boma, Ripley, Kodua, and Stryker. According to center director Patti Ragan, Bubbles is quite a happy creature and loves tunnels, building nests under a tree, painting, and his midday naps. He is also friendly with other animals and visitors, including the vet and sanctuary staff that tend to him. Michael Jackson’s estate is in charge of Bubbles’ welfare Instagram Bubbles has had a history with the late Pop legend since he was purchased from a Texas research facility in the ‘80s. The 180-pound chimp reportedly incurs up to $27,000 in upkeep costs from Jackson’s estate every year, and the singer’s family endeavors to visit from time to time. He also enjoys preferential treatment from Jackson’s fans, who send in treats and blankets often. RELATED: Remembering The King Of Pop, Michael Jackson, 15 Years After His Death The sanctuary plays Jackson’s music and videos for Bubbles and his buddies. However, Bubbles is said to be unfazed by his former owner’s songs, leading to speculations that he may have forgotten older memories due to his old age, as he was only a toddler when MJ took him in. Instagram As Bubbles progressed into adulthood, Jackson had to give him away to a trainer in 2003 before he was transferred to the Center For Great Apes in 2005. The music legend died four years later from propofol overdose, with his 15th death anniversary taking place this week; however, the sanctuary revealed they have no plans to mark it. Instagram Bubbles and MJ had a close relationship, which was considered bizarre by the public at the time, as the singer would refer to him as his firstborn. They would eat together, go nearly everywhere, including Jackson’s recording studio, and even share a bed on several occasions. Interestingly, Bubbles even picked up his owner’s dance moves and appeared in some of his music videos. Click for next Article The post Michael Jackson’s Pet Chimp Nearing 50 Years Old As He Enjoys Sanctuary Life appeared first on DoYouRemember? - The Home of Nostalgia. Author, Peace A

After the hate and violence outside Congregation Adas Torah, a synagogue in the Pico Robertson Jewish community of Los Angeles went viral and became a national news story, the perpetrators and their political…

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