companions

There’s a lot to see in Baldur’s Gate 3, but you’re not going to get far without a few good companions by your side. Thankfully, you’ll stumble upon a wide assortment of NPCs that’d love nothing more than to accompany you on your journey. These friendly faces fill several different roles — from mages and healers to archers and warriors, there’s bound to be a companion that augments your playstyle. Many of these companions also come with their own series of quests and unlockable skills, turning them into more than…

These Electric Fish Detect Images of What Their Companions Are ‘Seeing’Schools of brainiac fish share “images” of nearby objects and use their extraordinary ability to see fartherBy Jack Tamisiea Peters’s elephantnose fish (Gnathonemus petersii). Credit: De Agostini Picture Library/Getty ImagesWith a trunk-like snout, an enormous brain and shimmying moves, freshwater elephantnose fish seem straight out of a science-fiction novel. But these oddballs’ most shocking trait is their ability to emit and sense electricity.…

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Credit: ThisIsEngineering from Pexels The United States is in the grips of a loneliness epidemic: Since 2018, about half the population has reported that it has experienced loneliness. Loneliness can be as dangerous to your health as smoking 15 cigarettes a day, according to a 2023 surgeon general's report. It is not just individual lives that are at…

If you feel that it can be hard to find a place to rent with your one pet, then 31 is definitely a challenge.This couple in Chile had to move for their work, which was located 800 km away. Knowing that they would never leave their four-legged family behind, they had to come up with an unusual solution to help them find a new place to stay. After days of unsuccessful searching for a suitable place, Guillermo came up with the idea to share a video explaining their situation. The video quickly gained traction, going viral,…

Love in the time of ChatGPTIt is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a computer must be in want of an AI girlfriend. Certainly a lot of enterprising individuals seem to think there’s a lucrative market for digital romance. OpenAI recently launched its GPT Store, where paid ChatGPT users can buy and sell customized chatbots (think Apple’s app store, but for chatbots) – and the offerings include a large selection of digital girlfriends.“AI girlfriend bots are already flooding OpenAI’s GPT…

June Wan/ZDNETDescribed by testers as adorable, nostalgic, and even what could become "the iPhone of AI," the Rabbit R1 debuted at CES 2024 as an AI-powered pocket companion that the company hopes will become your personal AI assistant. Garnering a lot of attention from both spectators and media, the Rabbit R1 launched for pre-orders with a $199 price tag, and it didn't disappoint: The company sold 10,000 units in a single day, effectively wiping out its first batch of devices.Also: CES 2024: What's Next in Tech"When…

Microwave ovens have revolutionised kitchen dynamics, making cooking faster, easier, and more enjoyable. In this context, IFB microwaves have emerged as a top choice for consumers seeking efficiency and quality. Known for their durability and innovative features, IFB microwaves are a perfect amalgamation of style and functionality. Whether it’s for reheating leftovers, defrosting frozen food, or cooking elaborate meals, these microwaves promise to make kitchen tasks a breeze. One of…

Quirks and Quarks54:01Cat facts — the latest science on our feline companionsCats have lived alongside humans for millennia, but there's still much we don't know about our companions. How do cats purr? Why do they look so annoyed all the time? And when and where did cats begin sharing homes with humans? Part of the issue with finding the answers to these questions is the notoriously secretive nature of domestic cats and their unwillingness to do what they're told — something that makes studying cats in a laboratory…

World of Warcraft: Dragonflight's next update, Seeds of Renewal, has been revealed, and in addition unlocking dragonriding across all of Azeroth, it will allow for players to run dungeons all on their own, albeit with a little help from some NPC followers.Dungeons in WoW typically require a five-person group, with one tank, one healer, and three DPS. The upcoming addition of Follower Dungeons, as they are called, puts a new spin on the formula. Follower Dungeons will let players put NPCs in roles usually…