The UK's BBC is continuing to complain about the notification summaries created by Apple Intelligence, with iPhone users being misinformed by misinterpreted headlines.Examples of notification summaries on an iPhoneIn December, the BBC complained to Apple about the summarization features of Apple Intelligence. While meant to save time for users, the summaries sometimes get things quite wrong, as it did with news headlines from the UK broadcaster.In its new complaint on January 3, the BBC has been informed of summaries appearing on iPhones that were very inaccurate. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

An overreliance on modern BIM software and lack of in situ knowledge on the part of architects may be spurring declines in the deliverability of new structures, says a new post to LinkedIn from designer Igor Goriatchev. The "Speed vs. Quality" debate, rise of remote work, and related declines in in-person mentorships are all factors leading to the conclusion that "[c]omprehensive, integrated drawings have given way to incomplete, conflicting, and fragmented sets" which are in turn affecting construction timelines on new projects, the post states.This opinion relates to various topics within employment and professional practice that have been highlighted via our Forum threads for several years with the advent of new digital workflows and other realities for architects.Has this matched your experience with technical drawings for AEC clients in daily professional practice? You can share your thoughts in the comments below.

A new medical district designed by Renzo Piano Building Workshop (RPBW) has been announced for Sharjah, UAE.The forthcoming Jawaher Boston Medical District in Sharjah project, which follows a separate $750 million pursuit announced for the Stavros Niarchos Foundation (SNF) Health Initiative in Greece in 2022, will be developed alongside two medical service partners from Boston, Massachusetts. The vision includes a 266-bed hospital and will also be the firms first project in the MENA region.

Hideaki Itsuno, known for his work in leading the development behind critically-acclaimed titles like Devil May Cry 5 and Dragons Dogma 2, has taken to social media platform X to announce that work on his next project is already underway.Along with announcing that a new game is in development, Itsunos post also acts as a sort of recruitment post, with him outright saying that LightSpeed Studios is actively looking for new developers to work on the project.A new project has already started, posted Itsuno on X. We will do our best to announce it to everyone as soon as possible. We are also looking for people to join us in developing the game!Itsuno announced his departure from Capcom back in August 2024, revealing that he would be working on a new game in a new environment during the announcement. Itsuno spent more than 30 years at Capcom, having worked on major projects ranging from both Dragons Dogma titles, Devil May Cry 3: Dantes Awakening, and even classic fighting games like Rival Schools: United by Fate.He announced joining LightSpeed Japan Studio, a studio under Tencents umbrella, back in November. While work on the new project may have begun, Itsuno hasnt yet made any official announcement that would indicate any details about what the game would be.A new project has already started. We will do our best to announce it to everyone as soon as possible. We are also looking for people to join us in developing the game!#LightSpeedStudios #https://t.co/Xi5gKHSwTd pic.twitter.com/YHypnTxEP1 Hideaki Itsuno (@tomqe) December 31, 2024

A baby pygmy hippo was born at Virginia's Metro Richmond Zoo in December in another viral birth for the endangered species. Metro Richmond ZooThe world is getting another Moo Deng. On December 9, the Metro Richmond Zoo in Virginia welcomed a newborn female pygmy hippo (Choeropsis liberiensis). After some time being raised behind the scenes, the youngster made her public debut this week.Shes a curious and brave little pygmy hippo, Jan Lopez, lead zookeeper at the Metro Richmond Zoo, says to WAVYs Allison Williams. And already, the baby is showing her personality: She sometimes has her little zoomies, and shell hop around.Thailands own baby pygmy hippo named Moo Deng won hearts around the world last year. Videos of the hippos sassy personality and bouncy antics went viral in September, aided by her zookeeper at the Khao Kheow Open Zoo sharing daily footage of her on Instagram. Then, another newborn pygmy hippo named Haggis skyrocketed to fame at the Edinburgh Zoo in Scotland.As for the latest baby, I hope she becomes the next Moo Deng, Lopez tells Kyle Swenson of the Washington Post.Baby Pygmy Hippo Born Just Before ChristmasWatch on Theadorable pygmy hippo calf is the third one born to parents Iris and Corwin in the last four and a half years, according to a statement from the Metro Richmond Zoo. The delivery was distinctive, because it marked the first time that Iris, the pygmy hippos mother, gave birth in the enclosures pool. That was unique, Lopez says to the Washington Post. The species can give birth in water or on land. But the birth went very smoothly. They immediately started the bonding process.Many keepers were present, and a few zoo guests even witnessed the miraculous birth, according to the zoos statement. The babys natural instincts kicked in, and she started moving around in the water immediately.Five days after her birth, the zoo gave the baby hippo a health exam and determined she was female, weighing a healthy 15 pounds. Full-grown pygmy hippos can reach between 350 to 600 pounds. The young female hippo weighed 15 pounds at a health exam five days after her birth. Metro Richmond ZooWhile she doesnt yet have a name, the zoo has launched an online poll where voters worldwide can give their input on what the baby should be called. During the first round, voters could choose between four potential names: Poppy, Omi, Juniper and Hammie Mae. Since a clear winning name was not decided, the zoo opened a second round of voting. Now, its a run-off between Poppy and Hammie Mae. Poppy was chosen as an option because its a type of flower, like her mothers name, and Hammie Mae is a southern tie to Virginia ham. The final voting deadline is January 4 at 11:59 p.m. Eastern time, with the winning name to be announced on January 6.Pygmy hippos are listed as endangered by the International Union for Conservation of Nature, with less than 2,499 mature individuals left. They are found in forests, savannas and wetlands of West Africa. Habitat loss and hunting have decimated their population numbers. Although endangered, pygmy hippos breed well in captivity.The viral baby hippos lovable characteristics, such as their blushing cheeks and shiny skin, are caused by secretions called blood sweat. Blood sweat is a pink fluid that pygmy hippos ooze out to keep cool in humid climates and to protect their skin from sunburns. It also gives the hippos their slick appearance.Baby hippos are really the coolest things, Lopez tells the Washington Post.Get the latest stories in your inbox every weekday.Filed Under: Animals, Baby Animals, Conservation, Endangered Species, Internet, Mammals, Thailand, Trending Today, Weird Animals, Zoology

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Ford launched its Power Promise initiative in October that included a free home electric vehicle charger with installation for new EV buyers. The promotion was initially scheduled to end on January 2nd, but now Ford is extending it into the first few months of 2025.Starting today, Ford says its Power Promise promotion will run through March 31st, 2025, giving US customers who buy a new model year 2024 or 2025 Mustang Mach-E, F-150 Lightning, or E-Transit more time to take advantage of the perks. Those include the complementary home charger with standard installation, 24/7 customer support for charging questions, and complimentary roadside assistance.The Ford Power Promise extension comes following a best ever quarter for EV sales at the automaker, according to Ford spokesperson Susannah Evans.Ford Mustang Mach-E sales were up 27 percent to 51,745 units for 2024 compared to the previous year, while the F-150 Lightning was up 39 percent to 33,510, and the E-Transit was up 64 percent to 12,610. The Mustang Mach-E hit a record fourth quarter with 16,119 sold and is the second-best electric SUV in sales in the US after the Tesla Model Y, according to Ford. The company sold 97,865 pure electric vehicles in 2024 still short of GM, which delivered 114,400 for the year.Fords Model e retail director, Stacey Ferreira shared on LinkedIn that customers have reported high satisfaction in the program, which includes an 11-day average timeframe from quote to install. Ferreira says that approximately 85 percent of the complimentary home charger installations were considered standard installations, meaning no additional out-of-pocket costs were necessary.

If you bought a brand new TV over the holidays and you're looking for a good audio solution at an excellent price, then one of the best Black Friday deals is back. Walmart is currently offering the Bose Smart Soundbar 550 for just $199 with free shipping after a massive $300 off instant discount. At this price, it's certainly one of the best soundbars you can get, especially if you're looking for an affordable soundbar that supports Dolby Atmos.60% Off Bose Smart Soundbar 550Bose Smart Soundbar 550 with Dolby AtmosThe Bose Smart Soundbar 550 measures a relatively compact 27" long and is a great complement to any TV sized 32" and higher. It houses a total of five speakers including two upward-firing speakers for Dolby Atmos compatiblity. If your content doesn't support Atmos, Bose uses its proprietary TrueSpace technology to simulate spatial audio. Another nifty feature is Bose's A.I. Dialogue Mode, which does a great job detecting dialogue in video content and amplifying the voices.True to its namesake, the Smart Soundbar 550 is a smart-enabled speaker with both Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity. Pair with with the Bose app on your mobile device to sync and stream via Apple AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, and more. You can also pair it with Google Assistant or Amazon Alexa for voice control.This was one of the best and most popular soundbar deals on Black Friday, and it's good to see it return for 2025. If you're looking for more options, check out our best soundbar picks of 2025.Why Should You Trust IGN's Deals Team?IGN's deals team has a combined 30+ years of experience finding the best discounts in gaming, tech, and just about every other category. We don't try to trick our readers into buying things they don't need at prices that aren't worth buying something at. Our ultimate goal is to surface the best possible deals from brands we trust and our editorial team has personal experience with. You can check out our deals standards here for more information on our process, or keep up with the latest deals we find on IGN's Deals account on Twitter.Eric Song is the IGN commerce manager in charge of finding the best gaming and tech deals every day. When Eric isn't hunting for deals for other people at work, he's hunting for deals for himself during his free time.

Not only is it a new month for LEGO fans, its a whole new year. The block-building company has a ton of new sets for January 2025, including new entries in typical categories like Star Wars LEGO sets and Harry Potter LEGO sets, and a lot more than that. Lets dive in and see whats new this month for LEGO fans.LEGO Grogu and Hover Pram Is Now AvailableLEGO Star Wars: The Mandalorian Grogu with Hover Pram$99.99 at AmazonMy favorite new set for January 2025 is the long-named LEGO Star Wars The Mandalorian Grogu with Hover Pram. On a price-per-piece basis, its actually super reasonable for a licensed Disney/Star Wars set at $99.99. Its also super adorable, which you cant really put a price on, now can you? Check out our We Build LEGO Grogu for details on the build.More LEGO Star Wars Sets for January 2025Grogu with Hover Pram - $99.99ARC-170 Starfighter - $69.99Home One Starcruiser - $69.99Acclamator-Class Assault Ship - $49.99Ahsoka's Jedi Interceptor - $44.99Mando and Grogu's N-1 Starfighter - $29.99Baby Yoda isnt the only new Star Wars set this month. A number of other sets are also out, including my favorite, the Home One Starcruiser from Return of the Jedi.LEGO Minifigures Series 27 Are Now AvailableLEGO Minifigures Series 27 (Tu$29.94 at Amazon6-Pack - $29.94Individual - $4.99A new batch of LEGO minifigures is now available to purchase in their usual blind box format. This latest collection includes a total of 12 new minifigures that run the gamut in terms of theme and character. Theres a Steampunk Inventor, a Pterodactyl Costume Fan, a Jetpack Racer, and a Bogeyman, plus a lot more.LEGO Botanicals Pretty Pink Flower Bouquet Is AvailableLEGO Botanicals Pretty Pink Flower Bouquet$59.99 at AmazonLEGO flower sets are always popular, and this one has the potential to be among the most popular. Its the Pretty Pink Flower Bouquet, and its available in time for you to buy it for your significant other for Valentines Day, which will be here before you know it. Plus, you (or your plus one) dont have to water it.New LEGO Harry Potter SetsLEGO Harry Potter Diagon Alley Wizarding ShopsDiagon Alley Wizarding Shops - $199.99Malfoy Manor - $149.99Hogwarts Castle: Flying Lessons - $79.99Hagrid & Harry's Motorcycle Ride - $49.99Hogwarts Castle: Dueling Club - $24.99Hogwarts Castle: Charms Class - $19.99I just completed a Harry Potter full series re-watch with my son and it remains a phenomenal story, surely one of the best cinematic sagas of the millennium. Six new LEGO Harry Potter sets are now available, including the micro-sized (yet wonderfully detailed) depiction of the Diagon Alley Wizarding Shops.New LEGO Animal Crossing SetsLEGO Animal Crossing Able Sisters Clothing Shop$39.99 at AmazonAble Sisters Clothing Shop - $39.99Leif's Caravan & Garden Shop - $29.99Stargazing with Celeste - $9.99The LEGO/Nintendo partnership continues apace with a new batch of Animal Crossing sets. These are all modestly priced, which is good for the pocketbook of anyone who enjoys the chill vibes of New Horizons and other games in the series.LEGO The Lord of the Rings: Barad-dr Is Available at AmazonLEGO The Lord of the Rings: Barad-drOne of two major newer Lord of the Rings sets, Barad-dr is Saurons stronghold, and this set is appropriately menacing. Its a huge build thats fun to put together and is filled with Easter eggs from the movies and books. See our We Build LEGO Lord of the Rings Barad-dur feature for more details before dropping nearly $500 on the set.New LEGO DC SetsLEGO DC Batman Tumbler vs. Two-Face & The Joker$59.99 at AmazonA trio of new LEGO DC sets are now available, including LEGO Batman sets, plus Superman fighting most infamous enemy. I like the Batman Tumblers vs. Two-Face and Joker, but the others are pretty neat, too.LEGO Brickheadz Tom & Jerry Is AvailableLEGO Brickheadz Tom & Jerry$14.99 at LEGO StoreI dont have a whole lot to say about this one other than I love it. Im not even particularly a fan of Tom & Jerry, but they look great in the Brickheadz format. Plus, its only $15.New LEGO Creator 3-in-1 SetsLEGO Creator 3 in 1 Medieval Dragon$59.99 at AmazonMedieval Dragon - $59.99Wild Animals Panda Family - $39.99Typewriter with Flowers - $29.99Space Robot - $24.99Playful Cat - $24.99The 3-in-1 sets are some of my favorites, because they give you a great bang for your buck. Instead of putting a set together once, these can be disassembled and pieced together in two other configurations. New Gift with Purchase Sets at LEGO StoreTudor CornerComes with Lucky Knots (40756) and Corner Kiosk (40757) sets for free.$229.99 at LEGO StoreThe LEGO Store is running a couple of new promotions that get you free sets when your purchase meets certain guidelines. Here are the Gift with Purchase sets that are available while supplies last in January 2025:Lucky Knots ($29.99 value) - January 1-7 with $150 purchaseTropical Toucan ($4.99 value) - January 1-13 with $40 purchase in City, Creator, DREAMZzz, and/or FriendsYou can find more LEGO Store promotions here. The sets above only scratch the surface of whats new for January 2025. If you want to see the full list of new sets, check them out at Amazon and the LEGO Store.Chris Reed is a commerce editor and deals expert for IGN. He also runs IGN's board game and LEGO coverage. You can follow him on Bluesky.