GPGME Error no data when attempting to update

Thank you! Three other random issues. Not sure if this is the appropriate forum.

OS loading from boot menu breaks after an update. Usually two successive updates one day after the other. Always clear packages using "Stacer" after each update. Trying every Snap now does not work. Was able to use really old Snaps initially now those also do not work.

Installing Stacer after a full system install & update usually allows it to load in a few seconds; if it is installed after the additional packages it takes longer. (now also after just the system update seems to be an exploit; as it does not happen every time; more likely after successive system updates.)

VLC volume on tracks & videos resets after repeating erroneously. (seems to be a possible exploit; wifi 6 is turned off in bios & no internet or power.. connected when this happens) Audio also cuts out at certain points in the track as if the track has been manipulated yet it seems to be have been.

Much appreciated.