ASIC stands for Application-Specific Integrated Circuit. These chips are customized for a particular use, unlike general-purpose chips. Examples include those found in digital voice recorders or high-efficiency video codecs. Application-specific standard product (ASSP) chips fall between ASICs and industry-standard integrated circuits. They implement specific functions popular with a broad market. Structured ASIC design is a newer trend where designs are more flexible, allowing variations in definition.

Jonathan Kuminga was born in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and began playing basketball at age two. He played high school basketball for Huntington Prep School in West Virginia and later transferred to The Patrick School in New Jersey. Kuminga joined the DR Congo men's national basketball team in 2022. During Game 7 of the Western Conference playoffs against the Rockets, Kuminga scored zero points (0-4 FG, 0-1 3Pt), had one rebound and one steal in seven minutes. He has struggled during the playoffs due to illness and a perceived lack of playing time from the coaching staff.

Julius Randle's rookie season was cut short due to a broken right leg. In his senior year of college, he averaged 32.5 points and 22.5 rebounds per game before being named the NBA Most Improved Player. In a recent playoff game against the Warriors, Randle scored 18 points, going 10 for 10 from the free throw line despite struggling with his shooting overall. He has consistently scored over 15 points in all six of his playoff games so far. Randle's nicknames include Beyblade, Orange Julius, Don Julio, Big Ju, King Julius, Black Panther, and The Sergeant.

The Minnesota Timberwolves hold a 5-5 record and average 105.6 points per game over their last ten matchups with the Golden State Warriors.

Former leg-spinner Stuart MacGill was found guilty of drug supply but acquitted of involvement in a large commercial drug operation. The jury determined that while MacGill knew about a cocaine deal between his regular dealer and brother-in-law, he was unaware that a kilogram of cocaine was being exchanged. Six days later, he denied involvement to police despite admitting to introducing one individual to the other party involved. MacGill's defense argued that the key witness, who implicated MacGill, was dishonest and seeking leniency for his own drug charges.

Quinten Post is a Dutch professional basketball player for the Golden State Warriors of the NBA. He was selected by the Warriors in the second round of the 2024 NBA draft with the 52nd overall pick. Post started and scored 18 points with 3 rebounds in his debut game against the Chicago Bulls. He was also selected for the preliminary roster of the Netherlands senior team ahead of EuroBasket 2022. In Game 2 against the Timberwolves, Post will start due to Stephen Curry's hamstring injury, allowing Draymond Green to move to power forward and Jimmy Butler to small forward. Post played only six minutes in Game 1 but is expected to be more involved in Game 2. He went from a second-round rookie on a two-way contract to a regular contributor on a standard deal this season with the Warriors.

The finalists for the 2025 Archibald prize have been revealed by the Art Gallery of NSW. The winner, to be announced on May 9th, will receive $100,000 for the best portrait of a distinguished person in art, letters, science, or politics painted by an Australian resident. The Archibald Prize, Wynne Prize (landscape painting or figure sculpture), and Sulman Prize (subject, genre, or mural) finalists will be on display at the AGNSW from May 10th to August 17th. Renowned artist Elizabeth Pulie will judge the Sulman Prize in 2025. Due to building works, the artwork size limit has been reduced to a maximum of 70,000 square cm (250 x 280 cm or 280 x 250 cm).

Dr. Katie Allen is an Australian politician and former medical researcher. She served in the House of Representatives from 2019 to 2022. Allen won preselection for the Division of Higgins in 2019, replacing retiring Liberal MP Kelly O'Dwyer. She lost the seat to Labor's Ananda-Rajah in the 2019 Federal Election, marking the first time the Liberal Party had lost Higgins since its creation in 1949. In November 2023, Allen was preselected as the Liberal candidate for Higgins for the 2025 Federal Election. Following the abolition of the Higgins electorate in 2024, she replaced Theo Zographos as the Liberal candidate for Chisholm.

The WHOOP 5.0 fitness tracker provides users with actionable advice on rest and recovery to manage aging by offering a "Whoop age" and integrating user data with weather, performance goals, and healthspan insights. The top-tier Whoop life subscription costs $359 per year and includes medical-grade insights like blood pressure monitoring.

Ed Husic unsuccessfully ran for the Greenway federal seat in 2004 representing the Labor Party. He served as Shadow Minister for the Digital Economy and Human Services until 2019 when he resigned to allow Kristina Keneally's appointment. After a shadow cabinet reshuffle, Husic became the Shadow Minister for Industry and Innovation in January 2021. Following Labor's victory in the 2022 Australian federal election, Husic was appointed Minister for Industry and Science. Kathryn Fagg AO has resigned as CSIRO Chair after over three years, with Deputy Chair Ming Long AM taking over the role.

The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Denver Nuggets 149-106, tying their Western Conference semifinal series at 1-1. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder with 34 points in three quarters. This game saw the Thunder set league and team records for scoring.

There are over 700 ant species in the U.S., with about 25 commonly infesting homes. Ants are social insects living in colonies with workers and a queen. They have three body regions (head, thorax, abdomen) and antennae, though their appearance varies. Professional pest control can identify ant species and recommend extermination methods. Online databases like AntWeb help track known and new species. Ants form symbiotic relationships with various organisms, including other ants, insects, plants, and fungi. Some termites even partner with ants for protection.

The Perth Bears, a professional rugby league football club, will join the National Rugby League (NRL) in 2027. An agreement between the NRL and the Government of Western Australia led to the club's admission. Perth's colors will be red, black, and white. The North Sydney Bears will continue to compete in the NSW Cup and serve as a feeder team for the Perth Bears.

Influencer Evan Johnson was arrested on charges of domestic assault and probation violation in Sumner County, Tennessee on April 7th. His ex-girlfriend Kayla Malec shared details about their abusive relationship on TikTok, including old videos of herself appearing injured.

Bad Bunny's "World's Hottest Tour" is causing a frenzy, with high demand for tickets leading to significant price increases on resale platforms. Some fans are paying thousands of dollars for access to the sold-out concerts. The tour features elaborate stage production and a diverse setlist spanning Bad Bunny's musical career.

Vivid Sydney is the largest arts festival in the Southern Hemisphere, known for illuminating iconic landmarks like the Sydney Opera House. The award-winning festival offers diverse experiences, including harbour cruises, intellectual discussions, and vibrant nightlife. Vivid Sydney 2025's theme is "Dream," inviting attendees to explore dreams through light, music, ideas, and food in Sydney.

Ben Brown has been omitted from North Melbourne's Round 9 clash against Adelaide due to a challenging period both on and off the field. Meanwhile, Kangaroos utility player, Majak Daw, will make his return to the field after an absence since Round 23, 2018. Collingwood's star midfielder, Steele Sidebottom, might even perform the coin toss for this weekend's match. Skipper Scott Pendlebury, who withdrew late last week, is sidelined for a month due to a quad injury.

Danny Frawley is one of only 16 players to play their first 90 games consecutively. In his first year in the 2000 season, Richmond under Frawley just missed out of the finals by finishing ninth. Midway through the season, Frawley announced that he would resign at the end of the 2004 season. Later, and until 2018, Frawley was a part-time specialist defence coach at the St Kilda Football Club. Frawley was married to Anita, who made regular appearances on the Fox Footy Channel program Living with Footballers. The Danny Frawley Centre is a state-of-the-art, Mental and Physical Fitness Facility co-located at the home of St. Kilda Football Club, RSEA Park in Moorabbin. It aims to create a place of belonging and an all-inclusive community that understands the importance of mental health and the skills required to be mentally fit, face life’s challenges and play life better.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 34 points in three quarters, leading the Oklahoma City Thunder to a record-breaking 149-106 victory over the Denver Nuggets. The win tied the Western Conference semifinal series at one game apiece.

Jacinta Nampijinpa Price, an Australian senator, was photographed wearing a "Make America Great Again" hat at a Christmas event with her family. The Coalition campaign spokesperson distanced himself from the comments while Liberal Senator James Paterson stated that it wasn't his style of politics but didn't criticize Price's sentiment. Price has Aboriginal and Anglo-Celtic heritage and is a NAIDOC Award-winning singer, songwriter, and recording artist. She was elected to the Senate in 2022 after serving as a councillor on the Alice Springs Town Council from 2015 to 2021.

The release of AFL 26 has been confirmed on social media and by Big Ant's Twitter account. Fans are eager to learn about new features and modifications, particularly regarding coach mode, which was the primary focus of one user. While Big Ant representatives cannot disclose unannounced information, there is anticipation for updates on major changes within the next few days or weeks.

Christopher Maurice Pyne (born August 13, 1967) is a retired Australian politician. He served as the Minister for Defence Industry and Education between February 2016 and March 2019. He was also a member of the Liberal Party and represented the electorate of Sturt in the House of Representatives from 1993 to 2019. Pyne's political career began as a research assistant to Senator Amanda Vanstone before becoming President of the South Australian Young Liberals. He is known for co-hosting the weekly television program "Pyne & Marles" on Sky News Live with Labor MP Richard Marles from 2016 to 2019. Pyne and his wife Carolyn have four children.

Sleep Token signed with Universal subsidiary Spinefarm Records in June 2019. A planned UK tour in early 2020 was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The band's members remain anonymous. Their music has been categorized as alternative metal, post-rock/metal, progressive metal, indie rock/pop, and djent.

Sam Kerr was traded to Sky Blue FC in 2014. She made nine appearances for Sky Blue in 2016 while preparing for the Rio Olympics. At the end of the 2019 season, Kerr considered moving to a European team after receiving multiple offers. During an Olympic match against Sweden, Kerr scored two goals but missed a penalty in a 4-2 loss. Kerr was also involved in an incident where she was elbowed in the face by Ugo Njoku, resulting in a three-game suspension for Njoku.

Lachie Schultz debuted for Fremantle in the 2019 AFL season opener. He achieved a notable victory, kicking the match-winning goal against St Kilda in round 6 of the 2020 season. Schultz consistently performed well, including two goals in round 17 against St Kilda at Marvel Stadium and four goals against the Swans in round 19 at Optus Stadium. He reached a career high by scoring five goals during the round 22 Western Derby.

Katrina Jane Allen is an Australian politician and former medical researcher. She was a member of the House of Representatives from 2019 until 2022, representing the Division of Higgins. In the 2019 Federal Election, she lost the seat to Labor's Ananda-Rajah. Allen has been preselected as the Liberal candidate for Chisholm in the 2025 Federal Election following the abolition of the Higgins electorate.

David Attenborough's new film "Ocean with David Attenborough" showcases the ocean's vital role in planetary stability. The film highlights the beauty and diversity of coral reefs, kelp forests, and open ocean environments through stunning visuals. Attenborough emphasizes the importance of a healthy ocean for global climate regulation and human well-being. He argues that immediate action on marine protection is crucial to reversing environmental damage and ensuring a sustainable future for all.

AFL stars Mason Cox and Jarryd Barca are criticizing the current score review system, calling it "soft" and demanding change. They believe the AFL should adopt technology similar to what's used in other sports to ensure accurate and reliable decisions.

Four people were charged with the murder of Cassius Turvey, an Aboriginal schoolboy. Jack Steven James Brearley, 24, and Brodie Lee Palmer, 29, were found guilty after a 12-week trial. Cassius was chased down by a vigilante gang and beaten while walking home from school with friends in Middle Swan, Western Australia on October 13, 2022. He died ten days later from his injuries. Brearley admitted to the attack and stated that Palmer threatened him into silence after the incident, claiming he would end up in a body bag if he spoke out.

Mark Dreyfus was born in Perth, Western Australia to George Dreyfus, a composer who emigrated from Nazi Germany. Dreyfus served as Chair of the House of Representatives Legal and Constitutional Affairs Committee after Labor's victory in the 2007 Australian federal election. He has been re-elected multiple times in subsequent elections. In 2022, he presented legislation to Parliament for a national anti-corruption commission, which was passed. Mark Dreyfus is also President of ECPI University, a higher education institution with campuses across several US states and online. He has held various executive positions at ECPI since 1982. The university is accredited to award associate, baccalaureate, and master's degrees. Dreyfus serves on numerous boards, including the Virginia Chamber of Commerce, Hampton Roads Workforce Council, and Eastern Virginia Medical School Foundation. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Economics from the University of Pennsylvania and an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business.

The application window for Agniveer (SSR & MR) entry into the Indian Navy has closed. Admit cards for eligible candidates will be uploaded on dashboards by early May 2025. On April 22, 1958, Vice Admiral Katari became the first Indian Chief of Staff of the Indian Navy. As of August 2015, the Indian Navy is classified as a Rank 3 navy (Power projection to regions adjacent to its own) on the Todd-Lindberg navy classification system. The Andaman and Nicobar Command is a unified command involving the Indian Navy, Army, Air Force, and Coast Guard based in Port Blair. The Indian Maritime Doctrine is a foundational document of the Indian Navy.

The Royal Docks Innovation and Enterprise Summer Festival will take place on June 4th with a focus on "Year of Health". The festival is free to attend, as are many activities. Registration is required. UEL has been promoting progress and innovation for nearly 20 years and remains dedicated to supporting the growth of companies, individuals, and students in this field.

Brisbane's weather today: Min 16 Max 23 degrees Celsius. Expect a few showers with possible rainfall of 0 to 4 mm. Chance of rain is 60%. Winds will be southerly at 15 to 20 km/h, shifting to southeasterly 20 to 30 km/h in the morning, and becoming light south to southeasterly in the evening.

With 80% of cardinals appointed by Pope Francis, the next pope selection will likely reflect a global perspective. Key figures in the potential papacy include: * Cardinal Peter Erdo: Played a prominent role in Pope Francis' Hungarian visits and was part of conclaves electing both Francis and Benedict XVI. * Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost: Appointed by Francis to replace Marc Ouellet as prefect of the Vatican's Dicastery for Bishops, tasked with selecting future bishops. Cardinal Joseph W. Tobin is known for his progressive views supporting women, LGBTQ+ individuals, and immigrants. Cardinal Jean-Marc Aveline, considered a progressive on immigration issues like Francis, may face challenges due to not speaking Italian. Regardless of leanings, cardinal electors will likely seek someone who can match Pope Francis' global influence.

While nobody won the $30 million Powerball jackpot on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, there were thousands of other winners throughout Ohio. The odds of hitting the jackpot are one in 292,201,338. There were no division two winners but 73 division three winners across the country, each winning $16,726.85. This was the second biggest jackpot this year and fourth highest prize pool in Oz Lotto's 31-year history. The next Powerball draw on April 24 is worth $10 million.

Robert Francis Cardinal Prevost was elected as the 267th Bishop of Rome and took the name Leo XIV. Cardinal Protodeacon Dominique Mamberti announced his election with "Habemus Papam". Pope Leo XIV chose this name in remembrance of Leo XII, whom he greatly respected. Pope Leo XIII welcomed Eugenio Pacelli, who later became Pope Pius XII, on his first day of service in the Vatican.