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I tried Blizzard's Queue beta last night for close to an hour. First impressions: The framerate was very steady, and I'm in no danger from harming my mouse or my hand from excessive clicking. But of course things might have been different if I ever got into the game. It seems weird to intentionally limit access to the Diablo IV beta. I would think Blizzard would be eager to take advantage of player interest to actually stress-test the game's ability to withstand a rush of new players when it launches. But I guess that's not a concern, and there will be absolutely no congestion related issues when the game officially launches.

Obituary: Intel co-founder, philanthropist Gordon Moore dies at 94.

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Thanks Ant and Neutronbeam.

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Why thousands of volunteers are transcribing the notebooks of the scientist who inspired Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein. Thanks Acleacius.

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Bernie Taupin Tells Elton John True Inspiration Behind “Rocket Man”: “I Never Knew That.” Thanks Acleacius.

Inside a $218 million private island in Palm Beach, Florida.

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Thanks Max.

Danbo: New solution capable of accelerating Danish cheese production. Always good to cut the cheese. Processing time. Thanks RedEye9.

Social animals should limit individuality to conform with the behavior of the group, says study.

A Single Enzyme Could Be Behind Some People's Depression, Scientists Say.

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Bob Odenkirk Has a Fire in His Belly While Eating Spicy Wings - Hot Ones.

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I made a room for the cat.

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Health officials consider another round of bivalent boosters for the most vulnerable Americans. Thanks Acleacius.

Finland will pick 10 people for a free happiness masterclass. Thanks RedEye9.

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Out of the Blue
[Mar 25, 2023, 12:13 pm ET] – 20 Comments