Fallout 4 Gameplay Showcases Exploration

Bethesda has released the gameplay video demonstrated during the Xbox E3 Briefing, which showcases some early exploration outside of Vault 111. It includes introductions to characters like Codsworth, Preston Garvey, and Dogmeat. Additionally, it gives us a glimpse of some V.A.T.S. gameplay in action, and reveals how the Power Armor changes your experience, and much more.

As the sole survivor of Vault 111, you enter a world destroyed by nuclear war. Every second is a fight for survival, and every choice is yours. Only you can rebuild and determine the fate of the Wasteland. Welcome home.

“We know what this game means to everyone,” said Game Director, Todd Howard. “The time and technology have allowed us to be more ambitious than ever. We’ve never been more excited about a game, and we can’t wait to share it.”

In an interview with Game Informer, Fallout 4 director Todd Howard, explains that Skyrim’s popularity and the sheer volume of player data in the game created challenges to troubleshooting bugs in the open world. In a recent interview with DigitalSpy, Howard talked about the size of Fallout 4 and loading screens for the new title, more of which can be found here.

Fallout 4 will be released on PC, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One on November 10, 2015. We will bring you any new information as soon as it becomes available.

How to Stop Stressing Over Your Family Vacation Destination

So you are packed and ready to go on your family vacation destination, but for some reason, you just can't seem to relax.

Do not waste what little time you have by letting yourself worry and get caught up with things going on at home, at work or trying to make sure that everyone is having a good time on the trip. If you are stressed out, other people will notice and it could affect them as well.

Here are some things that you can do to help chill out:

The first thing you need to do is disconnect! It seems at times that we cannot function without our handheld devices. But it's hard to sit back and enjoy your vacation when you are constantly checking and re-checking your phone for new calls, texts and emails. And don't let yourself get caught up on social media sites. If you spend too much time looking at what everyone else is doing, you could miss out on what's happening right in front of your eyes. So have your entire family unplug from technology, at least for a day.

While you are on vacation, allow yourself to sleep in! The kids are out of school and you don't have to go to work, so try not to set an alarm clock and watch those dark circles under your eyes - disappear. Aside from the physical side effects, you will find that with an extra hour or two of sleep, you will be less cranky throughout the day. So draw the shades and turn the clock so that you can't see the time - if you start your day in a rush, then you'll see to be in a hurry for the rest of the day.

Do less work! Find out if there is a company that will deliver groceries to your vacation home. If there is, then let them do the shopping for you. If that service is not available, then plan ahead and budget to eat out at various restaurants so that you are not spending majority of your time preparing meals for everyone.

Allow yourself to splurge and be pampered while on vacation. Spa treatments, like massage, are one of the best ways to relax. Experienced massage therapists are able to work on your tension spots and help release your stress. There are several massage companies who are willing to schedule an in-room session, so you can enjoy your treatment in privacy. If you are traveling with your significant other, try a couples massage.

Lastly, throw away the itinerary. Instead of treating each day of your vacation like a to-do list of activities and places to be, simply kick back and relax. Spend your time taking in the beautiful scenery or watch a movie on the couch with the family. Whatever you choose, remember that your only responsibility for the day is to have fun and not stress about anything.

This Marijuana Bill Introduced in the Senate Could Solve a Big Problem

Colorado Senators Michael Bennet (D-Colo.) and Cory Gardner (R-Colo.), and Oregon Senators Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.) and Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) introduced a bipartisan bill in the U.S. Senate that would essentially decriminalize the act of providing banking services to legal marijuana businesses and would protect banks from being penalized by the federal government.

Removing this major roadblock would certainly make like easier for existing marijuana businesses as it would broaden the transaction process (credit cards would likely be accepted at nearly all legal marijuana shops), and it would open up the field for existing marijuana business owners and prospective owners to get into the business by securing loans. Being able to draw down a line of credit could be important for growers, processors, and retailers when it comes to buying product ahead of time or expanding existing facilities (with state permission).It's also a boon for banks. After all, they would benefit from the interest on outstanding loans to the marijuana industry, which I would presume would come with a much higher lending rate than to traditional businesses due to the risk associated with it.

La creatura più brutta del mondo

E' il Blobfish, o pesce blob, o psychrolutes marcidus, l'animale più brutto del mondo. È stato eletto al festival della scienza di Newcastle. La campagna è stata lanciata per alzare l'attenzione sugli animali in via di estinzione e più brutti. Con 200 specie che vengono uccise ogni giorno, gli animali più brutti devono avere maggiore protezione. Dall'aspetto gelatinoso e lo sguardo burbero, vive nei mari più profondi ma non viene avvistato e rischia di essere trascinato da imbarcazioni. 
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Security forces in Saudi Arabia arrests suspected members of the Islamic State militant group

They are accused of plotting suicide attacks on security forces and mosques in various parts of the country.

Most of the suspects are Saudi citizens, but they also include people from six nationalities, including Yemen and Syria, the interior ministry said.

Saudi Arabia is part of a US-led coalition carrying out air strikes against IS militants in Syria and Iraq.

In its statement, the interior ministry said the suspects were planning suicide operations targeting mosques "on every Friday timed with assassinations of security men" in the east.

"Terrorist plots to target a diplomatic mission, security and government facilities" the southern province of Sharurah were also thwarted, the ministry added.

In April, Saudi authorities said they had arrested 93 IS suspects and foiled planned attacks on targets including the US embassy in Riyadh.

6 Pool Safety Questions You Need Answered Before You Dive In

What's Swimmer's Ear Anyway?

This condition can refer to inflammation or infection of either the outer ear or the outer ear canal  most often, it is simply an infection caused by swimming in contaminated water. Many bacteria, such as pseudomonas, can lead to an ear infection and are prevalent in water.As with any bacterial infection, oral antibiotics are the most common form of treatment. If the swimmer's ear is an inflammation or irritation rather than an infection, corticosteroids are the most common treatment, according to the NLM. Aside from steering clear of polluted water, you can avoid swimmer's ear by using earplugs, thoroughly drying your ears after a swim or even applying an alcohol-vinegar solution to the ears after a swim to prevent bacterial growth.

•  Will I Really Cramp After Eating?
• However, according to a 2011 study in the journal Medicine, Science and the Law, those who swim on a full stomach really do have a higher drowning risk. Researcher's from Tokyo Women's Medical University looked at data from 536 autopsies between April 2000 and December 2007. They split the autopsies into two categories: those in which solid food was visible in the stomach (a sign that a person had eaten recently) and those without any solid food. Among the 34 cases in which the deceased showed signs of having eaten recently, 79 percent had died of accidental drowning. What's more, it went both ways: nearly 80 percent of those who drowned accidentally had visible food residues in the stomach.These researchers theorized that the blood flow to the stomach following eating, in combination with the swim, caused light-headedness that made some people lose consciousness.
•  Is It That Bad To Pee In The Pool?
• Yes. While holding it until you find a toilet seems like a pretty basic courtesy, surveys consistently show that more of us are relieving ourselves in the pool. How can you tell if urine is present? You don't need a special forensics team. According to Hlavsa, if the pool has a strong chemical smell, that's chloramine -- not chlorine. "A healthy pool doesn't smell," she said.
• Why Are My Eyes Irritated?
• If you're in a pool, you may be having a bout of "chemical conjunctivitis" -- a type of irritation caused by the chemicals used in many pools to keep things sanitized. You may be grateful for the dose of chlorine in the local watering hole (see previous slide), but it can also lead to irritation if administered with a heavy hand.
• Can I Get Burned If I'm Underwater?
• You absolutely can. "Sun rays penetrate the water surface, so it's really important to wear a long-lasting waterproof sunblock
• What Do I Watch Out For?
• 1. Look at the water before you jump in. Pool water should be clear, not cloudy or foamy which are signs of potentially unhealthy bacteria.
  2. Stay Squeaky Clean. Always shower and wash your hands before and after going in the pool. This prevents you from contaminating the water and from getting any unwanted diseases. Keep your mouth closed as well, so you do not swallow water by accident.
  3. Check Chlorine Levels. Follow the CDC's chlorinating guidelines to make sure that the pH level is adequate. pH level should be tested once a day in your own pool and at least once every three hours in public pools.

Mini Ice Age to hit Earth by 2030

Scientists say Earth may plunge into a “mini ice age” in 15 years or so because of irregularities in the sun’s “11-year heartbeat.” 

A new model of the Sun’s solar cycle that is behind the prediction is extremely accurate, according to the report published in Science Daily.

The model shows solar activity “will fall by 60 percent during the 2030s,” creating freezing conditions not seen since 1645.

The scientists warning about the mini ice age say their methodology, which uses mathematical models to predict solar activity, has resulted in “an accuracy of 97 percent” in past predictions.

This latest warning is not entirely new.