All articles tagged with #overhaul
Originally Published 6 days ago — by ABC News
The FAA has selected RTX and Indra to replace 612 outdated radar systems across the U.S. by 2028, as part of a multibillion-dollar effort to modernize the air traffic control system, which is currently costly to maintain and prone to failures, with the goal of improving safety and efficiency.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by GAMINGbible
A new mod called Complete Weather Overhaul for Starfield enhances planet exploration by adding diverse weather effects, visual improvements, and environmental variety, making exploration more engaging and visually appealing.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Investing.com
Kevin Warsh, a potential Fed chair candidate, advocates for a major overhaul of the Federal Reserve, criticizing its current leadership and focus on diversity and inclusion, blaming it for inflation issues and calling for a return to a more credible and independent central bank.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by NPR
The U.S. Department of State is undergoing its largest overhaul in decades, cutting about 15% of its Washington-based staff, including layoffs and early retirements, under Secretary of State Marco Rubio's leadership, who aims to streamline bureaucracy. The move has faced criticism from Democrats and former diplomats, who warn it could weaken U.S. influence and long-term diplomatic capabilities, especially amid concerns over reduced expertise and global engagement.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by GAMINGbible
A StoryWealth is a popular free mod for Fallout 4 that overhauls the game with over 25 new quests, settlements, companions, weapons, and more, enhancing the experience while maintaining a vanilla-style gameplay, and has been downloaded over 700,000 times.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Rock Paper Shotgun
Helldivers 2's Major Orders reward system is being overhauled due to complaints about slow delivery of hard-earned medals, with Arrowhead's community manager acknowledging the issue and promising a proper rework. The backend overhaul aims to ensure that rewards for completing Major Orders show up on time, with the last remaining batch of medals set to roll out soon. Despite recent celebrations over apparent destruction of the game's Automaton faction, it was revealed that they had only terminated an advance faction, as the bots are currently mounting an invasion of Cyberstan and five other planets.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Gamesradar
Arrowhead Game Studios is addressing delayed and missing medal payouts in Helldivers 2 by overhauling the rewards system after reports of slow or inconsistent deliveries. Community manager Twinbeard acknowledged the issue and assured players that medals for major orders are being shipped, with an overhaul of the system handling these requests planned for the future. While the currency system itself won't change, the delivery system is being revamped to ensure players receive their medals in a timely manner. The update is expected before Thursday, and players are advised to wait for their rewards as the studio works on resolving the situation.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Defense News
Germany's defense minister announced a plan to reorganize the country's military command to make the armed forces "war-capable," including streamlining operations and expanding the cyber and information department. This comes as part of efforts to increase defense spending to reach the NATO target of 2% of GDP and modernize the Bundeswehr, following Chancellor Olaf Scholz's commitment after Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The overhaul aims to address the need for quick decisions and eliminate duplication within the military, with a focus on defending the country and the alliance.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Variety
To revitalize the Oscars and maintain relevance, suggestions include moving the ceremony to February, simulcasting on broadcast and streaming platforms, adding new and more inclusive categories, and streamlining the show by potentially moving certain categories off the main telecast and considering pre-telecast events.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Eurogamer.net
The Convergence mod for Elden Ring offers a comprehensive overhaul of the game, introducing 27 new classes, boss resurrection, teleportation system, crafting recipes, expanded dungeons, new bosses, equipment, and spells. The mod, available on NexusMods, provides a structured progression path for players and has been a significant undertaking, following the success of a similar mod for Dark Souls 3. This release should keep fans engaged until the anticipated Shadow of the Erdtree expansion, with potential updates hinting at an upcoming announcement.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by IGN
Square Enix is reportedly planning a major overhaul of its game development process following stagnant sales, with the new structure set to be announced by spring 2024. Despite the release of Final Fantasy 16, sales remained flat, prompting the company to address declining sales in its digital entertainment business. The move comes amid discussions about the performance of Final Fantasy 16, with the game's producer suggesting a potential shift in leadership for the franchise. The upcoming release of Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth is seen as crucial for the company's future success.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Push Square
Apex Legends Season 20: Breakout brings a dramatic overhaul to the game, introducing 120fps on PS5, a new Legend armour rating system, EVO leveling, and significant changes to ranked matchmaking. The update is set to mark the game's fifth anniversary and aims to shake up gameplay dynamics.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNN
CNN is overhauling its morning programming lineup under new CEO Mark Thompson in an effort to improve its ratings. The flagship morning show, "CNN This Morning," will be revamped and moved to Washington, DC, with anchor Kasie Hunt. The changes will impact roles in New York, and new programming will be added, including shows anchored by Jim Acosta and Pamela Brown. The overhaul comes as CNN's viewership has declined, partly due to programming choices made by former chief Chris Licht, and reflects the network's efforts to recalibrate its offerings in hopes of reclaiming its audience.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Forbes
The Russian navy's only aircraft carrier, the Admiral Kuznetsov, has been undergoing overhaul since 2017, leaving its MiG-29KR fighters stranded. Some of these fighters have reportedly been deployed to Crimea to hunt Ukrainian navy boats, equipped with modern air-to-air and air-to-ground weapons. The Ukrainian navy, lacking large armed warships, relies on missiles, drones, and fast small boats, often carrying shoulder-fired surface-to-air missiles. Despite the potential danger, more MiG-29KRs may be seen in the sky over Ukraine, as the carrier's overhaul may extend into 2025 or even result in its permanent decommissioning due to safety concerns.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The New York Times
The Biden administration is revamping the U.S. disaster assistance programs through FEMA, aiming to provide more comprehensive aid to survivors of climate-related disasters such as hurricanes and wildfires. The changes include easier access to immediate cash assistance, increased support for temporary housing, and streamlined processes for repairing and improving damaged homes, in response to criticism that the existing programs were insufficient and disproportionately benefited wealthier and white Americans.