Author: Max Smith

Paul Herr appears at the new Level Up Video Games store at 13 East Main Street in Kutztown. (Bill Uhrich – MediaNews Group) After years of collecting video games, systems, and various related items, Paul Herr has channeled his passion for all things video into his business. Level Up Video Games recently opened at 13 East Main Street in Kutztown, and with its nostalgia-filled windows displaying vintage gaming systems, Mario Brothers figurines, Nintendo posters, MAD magazines, Polaroid cameras, New Coke cans and a 1987 wall calendar, the store is easy to spot. “We worked really hard on those windows,” said…

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Memorial Day Flash Sale: 50% Off BENZINGA PRO Stand up today and respect your freedom. Secure the financial freedom you and your family deserve. Get exclusive market-moving news for just 50% off. Apply here for your 50% discount. Deepfake scams have become a major threat, with criminals using generative AI to manipulate videos, audio and images of real people, causing huge financial losses, and experts warn that the situation is likely to get worse as AI technology continues to evolve.what happenedThe rise of deepfake scams has caused businesses around the world to lose millions of dollars, and cybersecurity experts warn…

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Watson Farley & Williams (WFW) is pleased to announce that aviation and aerospace finance expert Randeep Bubbra has joined the firm as a Partner in London, having previously worked at Allen & Overy. Randeep is an asset finance and leasing expert with the majority of his practice focused in the aerospace industry. He has advised on some of the largest, most innovative and high profile asset finance and leasing transactions in the market and has advised arrangers, finance companies, export credit agencies, equity investors, lessors and operators on a full range of aircraft, satellite and other asset-based or accounts receivable-backed…

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[PA Media]Southampton manager Russell Martin deserves credit for adapting Southampton's playing style during their promotion-winning season, says BBC Radio Solent sports editor Adam Blackmore.Martin's first season in charge ended with the Saints returning to the Premier League at the first attempt, via the Championship play-offs.”He's adapted better than people think,” Blackmore said on BBC Radio 5 Live's Monday Nightclub when asked how Martin's possession-based style of play would work in the top flight.”We've seen him change his style of play over the past few months and he's certainly learned. Whether it's playing up top in a 4-3-3 formation using the…

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“They provide insight into the future of maritime warfare and the protection of the civilian and commercial maritime sector, and highlight the evolving nature of military strategy and its wider implications for maritime security,” DEAS said. The test was developed in real time and timed to allow cyber attacks to affect simulated physical processes, allowing the crew to evaluate how to penetrate defenses and the best response strategies in an integrated conflict situation. As with many military technologies, DEAS noted there will inevitably be scope for future use in the civilian domain, where maritime cyber attacks are on the rise.…

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Celtic are committed to signing 23-year-old Adam Idah on a permanent deal after he performed well on loan, but a move for the Republic of Ireland striker, who is valued by the Championship club at £6 million, could be complicated by Norwich City's search for a new manager following the sacking of David Wagner. (Daily Record)Atletico Madrid turned down the opportunity to sign Wilfred Ndidi when his contract with Leicester City expires, making Celtic's Matt O'Reilly and Feyenoord's Mats Wiever their priorities to strengthen their midfield. (Rudi Galetti, About X)Atletico Madrid are in talks to sign 23-year-old Matt O'Reilly from…

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Stock markets closed with mixed results last week as the debate over when or if the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates continued to top investors' minds.This week, the Nasdaq Composite Index (^IXIC) rose more than 1%, while the S&P 500 (^GSPC) was roughly flat. The Dow Jones Industrial Average (^DJI) fell more than 2%. All three indexes remain near all-time highs.After a quiet week on the economic data front, investors will be greeted next week with a key reading on the Fed's favorite inflation measure. A second update on first-quarter economic growth and data on consumer confidence are also…

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In “What I Learned Making Video Games,” Rachel Edelstein recounts her journey as a third-year engineering student recreating the classic arcade game Centipede. Despite limited programming experience, she navigates the complexities of coding and emphasizes the importance of breaking down tasks into smaller pieces, coding cleanly, and focusing on foundational concepts. Edelstein emphasizes the value of starting simple and exploring as needed through object-oriented programming and iterative learning. Her insights offer practical advice for tackling overwhelming projects and highlight the need for clear goals, methodical planning, and focus on fundamental principles for success. This article was originally published on Firstland…

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