Cibo e viaggi / Food and travel notes by Livio Acerbo
As a retro gaming fan, I was thrilled when Apple opened its App Store to emulators in 2024, but I’ve yet to find a controller that makes me want to fully embrace retro gaming on my phone. Clamp-on controllers like the Backbone Pro are a […]
Android 16 Makes Split Screen Easier on Smaller Screens Multitasking on small smartphone screens just got a major upgrade with Android 16’s new 90:10 split-screen mode, allowing one app to claim 90% of the display while the secondary app squeezes into just 10%—perfect for quick […]
Middle East Tensions U.S. military buildup intensifies in the Middle East, with the USS Lincoln aircraft carrier and warships deployed toward the region, top U.S. Central Command General Brad Cooper arriving in Israel for high-level talks, and President Trump confirming a “massive armada” is moving […]
Key world news headlines as of January 25, 2026, include escalating US tensions with Iran, deadly immigration enforcement incidents, diplomatic spats involving Trump, and potential breakthroughs in Russia-Ukraine talks.[1][3][4] US Foreign and Domestic Developments The US is deploying aircraft carriers and fighter jets in preparation […]
As a retro gaming fan, I was thrilled when Apple opened its App Store to emulators in 2024, but I’ve yet to find a controller that makes me want to fully embrace retro gaming on my phone. Clamp-on controllers like the Backbone Pro are a […]
Americans do not like masked secret police. There is really no other way to put it. The reasons why are manifold: accountability, trust in law enforcement, and just plain overall vibes. More concretely, not being able to tell who’s a cop and who’s not is […]
Ros Atkins on… How Popular is President Trump? In the style of BBC’s Ros Atkins, this analysis dives into President Donald Trump’s approval ratings as he navigates the second year of his second term. Drawing on the latest polls from January 2026, Trump’s popularity is […]
Welcome, dear cinephiles, to another riveting dive into the world of films and series. Today, we’re delving into the realm of romantic thrillers that are about to get a fresh coat of blood-red paint, courtesy of Prime Video’s new offering, “56 Days.” But before we […]
This is The Stepback, a weekly newsletter breaking down one essential story from the tech world. For more on the e-bike movement, follow Andrew J. Hawkins. The Stepback arrives in our subscribers’ inboxes at 8AM ET. Opt in for The Stepback here. How it started […]
How two podcasters turned a Star Trek side project into a full-time career.