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Erin Doherty Boards Nancy Meyers Comedy at Warner Bros.

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-03-16

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The movie from the filmmaker behind 'Something’s Gotta Give' and 'The Holiday' is expected to be released on Christmas Day 2027.

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The movie from the filmmaker behind 'Something’s Gotta Give' and 'The Holiday' is expected to be released on Christmas Day 2027.

‘Pretty Lethal’ Review: Uma Thurman Is Underutilized in a Ballet-Themed Amazon Thriller That Falls Short of Its Potential

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-03-16

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Maddie Ziegler, Iris Apatow and Lana Condor also star in the 'John Wick'-esque actioner about five American dancers forced to fight off violent Hungarian gangsters.

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Maddie Ziegler, Iris Apatow and Lana Condor also star in the 'John Wick'-esque actioner about five American dancers forced to fight off…

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Apple acquires popular video editing software company MotionVFX

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-16

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Apple's latest acquisition could be a hint towards improvements for Final Cut Pro. The tech giant acquired MotionVFX, as seen on the company's website and first reported by MacRumors, which is known for providing plugins, templates, visual effects and more to video editors. MotionVFX currently offers its software for…

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Apple's latest acquisition could be a hint towards improvements for Final Cut Pro. The tech giant acquired MotionVFX, as seen on the…

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Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight's release date moves up a week

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-16

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Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight is a game that a whole bunch of people are looking forward to, and they might be pleased to learn Warner Bros. Games is making the wait a bit shorter. The publisher has moved up the game by a week from its previous release date of May 29, meaning it will land on PlayStation 5,…

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Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight is a game that a whole bunch of people are looking forward to, and they might be pleased to learn…

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After Nine Years, The Live-Action Hitman TV Show Is Dead

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-03-16

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Some nine years ago, it was reported that John Wick creator Derek Kolstad was making a live-action Hitman TV show for Hulu. But now, it's "dead in the water," according to Kolstad himself.He told The Direct that the project--for which he was going to be an executive producer and writer--is no longer going ahead. "It's…

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Some nine years ago, it was reported that John Wick creator Derek Kolstad was making a live-action Hitman TV show for Hulu. But now, it's…

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Melissa Auf der Maur and Billy Corgan on the inspiration of Courtney Love on Kurt Cobain – and how she made them “smarter”

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-03-16

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Addressing rumours that Cobain wrote a large portion of Hole’s ‘Live Through This’, the bassist said: “If anything, she inspired Kurt’s lyrics” The post Melissa Auf der Maur and Billy Corgan on the inspiration of Courtney Love on Kurt Cobain – and how she made them “smarter” appeared first on NME.

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Addressing rumours that Cobain wrote a large portion of Hole’s ‘Live Through This’, the bassist said: “If anything, she inspired Kurt’s…

‘Power Ballad’ Review: Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas Strike a Beautiful Chord in John Carney’s Crowd-Pleasing Musical Dramedy

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-03-16

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A chance encounter between a washed-up wedding singer and a former boy bander changes the course of both their lives in the new feature by 'Once' and 'Sing Street' filmmaker John Carney.

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A chance encounter between a washed-up wedding singer and a former boy bander changes the course of both their lives in the new feature by…

Encyclopedia Britannica is suing OpenAI for allegedly ‘memorizing’ its content with ChatGPT

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-03-16

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On Friday, Encyclopedia Britannica and dictionary publisher Merriam-Webster filed a lawsuit against OpenAI alleging that it used their copyrighted content to train its AI, then generated responses that were "substantially similar" to their content, as previously reported by Reuters. According to Britannica, OpenAI…

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On Friday, Encyclopedia Britannica and dictionary publisher Merriam-Webster filed a lawsuit against OpenAI alleging that it used their…

BTS Chose Gwanghwamun Square for a Reason — and It Goes Deeper Than Symbolism

Billboard.com billboard.com · 2026-03-16

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The Seoul plaza where protest, celebration and national identity collide becomes the stage for the group's first performance in nearly four years.

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The Seoul plaza where protest, celebration and national identity collide becomes the stage for the group's first performance in nearly four…

Amazon’s Fire TV Stick 4K Max and 4K Plus sticks are up to 50 percent off

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-03-16

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Since Amazon rolled out its redesigned Fire TV OS, Amazon’s latest streaming sticks are even better than ever. And right now, both the Fire TV Stick 4K Max and Fire TV Stick 4K Plus are back at their best prices yet during Amazon’s early Big Spring Sale event. You can buy the Fire TV Stick […]

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Since Amazon rolled out its redesigned Fire TV OS, Amazon’s latest streaming sticks are even better than ever. And right now, both the Fire…

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How To Complete Sparkling Skylands In Pokemon Pokopia

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-03-16

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If you've reached Sparkling Skylands, you're already a pro at exploring and building habitats in Pokemon Pokopia. However, the Pokemon are now asking you to help them restore the largest structure yet. In this guide, we'll walk you through all the tasks needed to "rebuild the huge building" in Sparkling Skylands,…

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If you've reached Sparkling Skylands, you're already a pro at exploring and building habitats in Pokemon Pokopia. However, the Pokemon are…

How Charli XCX’s Review Helped an Oscar-Winning Film Get Attention

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-03-16

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"It was perhaps the most magical part of this process," co-director Alexandre Singh said of the pop star posting to Letterboxd about 'Two People Exchanging Saliva.'

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"It was perhaps the most magical part of this process," co-director Alexandre Singh said of the pop star posting to Letterboxd about 'Two…

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How To Complete Rocky Ridges In Pokemon Pokopia - Time To Party Quest Walkthrough

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-03-16

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Pokemon Pokopia is all about discovering new Pokemon and helping them restore their homes. For the game's third map location, Rocky Ridges, the Pokemon need your help to rescue a chef and throw a really great party. In this guide, we'll walk you through all the objectives for Rocky Ridges, including cooking meals,…

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Pokemon Pokopia is all about discovering new Pokemon and helping them restore their homes. For the game's third map location, Rocky Ridges,…

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Pokemon Pokopia - How To Solve Mysterious Slate Puzzle And Unlock Mew

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-03-16

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The world of Pokemon Pokopia is filled with exploration and treasure. While helping your Pokemon friends, you might've found some Mysterious Slates as treasure or stumbled on a hidden puzzle wall. In this guide, we'll explain how to collect and use Mysterious Slates to solve a hidden puzzle wall that rewards you with…

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The world of Pokemon Pokopia is filled with exploration and treasure. While helping your Pokemon friends, you might've found some…

Ex-Kiss Guitarist Offers New Album for $2 Million or Songs Like ‘Heavy Metal Poontang’ for $200,000

Rollingstone.com rollingstone.com · 2026-03-16

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"The buyer can choose to release the entire album in any format they desire ... vinyl, CD, or any other configuration, in whole or in part, at their discretion," Vinnie Vincent says

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"The buyer can choose to release the entire album in any format they desire ... vinyl, CD, or any other configuration, in whole or in part,…

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Encyclopedia Britannica sues OpenAI for copyright and trademark infringement

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-16

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OpenAI has been hit with another lawsuit. This time, Encyclopedia Britannica took legal action against OpenAI, accusing the company of copyright and trademark infringements, as first reported by Reuters. More specifically, Britannica alleged that OpenAI illegally used its "copyrighted content at a massive scale" when…

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OpenAI has been hit with another lawsuit. This time, Encyclopedia Britannica took legal action against OpenAI, accusing the company of…

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Mckenna Grace May Have Been First Pokemon Player To Sneak Cards Into The Oscars

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-03-16

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During this year's Oscars, actress Mckenna Grace showed off her love for Pokemon. While appearing on the Oscars' red carpet coverage, Grace revealed that she used the pockets in her dress to smuggle in some Pokemon cards.While speaking with Entertainment Tonight, Grace indicated that she had already passed a pack of…

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During this year's Oscars, actress Mckenna Grace showed off her love for Pokemon. While appearing on the Oscars' red carpet coverage, Grace…

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PS5 Pro's Upgraded PSSR Is Rolling Out Today--Here Are The First Games Getting It

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-03-16

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An upgraded version of PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) has arrived for PS5 Pro console owners, and several game studios have revealed more details on how their titles will benefit from this update. Capcom was one of the first companies to show off how one of its games, Resident Evil Requiem, will benefit…

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An upgraded version of PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) has arrived for PS5 Pro console owners, and several game studios have…

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32 Best Strategy Games To Play Over And Over Again In 2026

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-03-16

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Some of the best strategy games in the storied genre helped shape the video game industry. There's a long and cherished history of strategy games in the industry dating back to the late 1900s with the creation of games such as Risk, Herzog Zwei, and others. Now, the strategy genre is jam-packed with dozens of…

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Some of the best strategy games in the storied genre helped shape the video game industry. There's a long and cherished history of strategy…

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Metric announce 2026 UK, European and Canadian tour with Broken Social Scene and Stars

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-03-16

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The shows come in support of their upcoming 10th album ‘Romanticize The Dive’ The post Metric announce 2026 UK, European and Canadian tour with Broken Social Scene and Stars appeared first on NME.

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The shows come in support of their upcoming 10th album ‘Romanticize The Dive’ The post Metric announce 2026 UK, European and Canadian tour…

Matt Clark, Character Actor in a Barnful of Movie Westerns, Dies at 89

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-03-16

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He appeared in ‘The Life and Times of Judge Roy Bean,’ ‘Pat Garrett and Billy the Kid,’ ‘The Outlaw Josey Wales,’ ‘Hearts of the West’ and so many other films in the genre.

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He appeared in ‘The Life and Times of Judge Roy Bean,’ ‘Pat Garrett and Billy the Kid,’ ‘The Outlaw Josey Wales,’ ‘Hearts of the West’ and…

Did Bruno Mars Throw Shade at Taylor Swift? An Investigation and Descent Into Madness

Rollingstone.com rollingstone.com · 2026-03-16

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Mars insists it’s “only love over here,” but crumbs scattered across the stan internet raise questions over an alleged like on a post calling Swift “talentless”

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Mars insists it’s “only love over here,” but crumbs scattered across the stan internet raise questions over an alleged like on a post…

Melissa Auf der Maur Compares Joining Hole to ‘Living Life on the Edge of Chaos’

Rollingstone.com rollingstone.com · 2026-03-16

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In an excerpt from her upcoming book Even the Good Girls Will Cry: A 90s Rock Memoir, the bassist recalls joining Hole during their darkest period

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In an excerpt from her upcoming book Even the Good Girls Will Cry: A 90s Rock Memoir, the bassist recalls joining Hole during their darkest…

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Jeff Kaplan On Gamers Who Criticize Games They Haven't Played: "Shut The F*** Up!"

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-03-16

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Over the weekend, former Blizzard VP and Overwatch game director Jeff Kaplan decided to show off his new game, The Legend of California, via a 10-hour livestream on Twitch. During the lengthy stream--which Kaplan admits was his first--he demonstrated various aspects of his upcoming game and shared some opinions on the…

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Over the weekend, former Blizzard VP and Overwatch game director Jeff Kaplan decided to show off his new game, The Legend of California,…

Amazon’s best Echo speakers and screens just got their biggest discounts

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-03-16

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While Amazon’s previous lineup of Echo speakers and smart displays was boring, frankly, its late 2025 hardware refresh brought better hardware, improved performance, and Alexa Plus to several models. If you feel like your room(s) could benefit from speakers to deliver tunes, audiobooks, or podcasts to more corners of…

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While Amazon’s previous lineup of Echo speakers and smart displays was boring, frankly, its late 2025 hardware refresh brought better…

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OpenAI's adult mode reportedly won't generate pornographic audio, images or video

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-16

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OpenAI's forthcoming "adult mode" will allow users to engage in lewd conversations with ChatGPT, but not use the chatbot to generate explicit images, audio or video. In response to reporting from The Wall Street Journal, an OpenAI spokesperson characterized the upcoming release as capable of producing smut rather than…

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OpenAI's forthcoming "adult mode" will allow users to engage in lewd conversations with ChatGPT, but not use the chatbot to generate…

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Government urges industry and Live Nation to “step up to help the next generation of talent” and pay into ticket levy

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-03-16

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Creative Industries Minister Ian Murray has said more needs to be done towards the game-changing arena and stadium levy, or else they'll be forced to take action and make it mandatory – with a June deadline fast approaching The post Government urges industry and Live Nation to “step up to help the next…

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Creative Industries Minister Ian Murray has said more needs to be done towards the game-changing arena and stadium levy, or else they'll be…

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How to find and cancel your unused subscriptions

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-16

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Subscriptions are out of control. I can remember a time when the monthly payouts were few: just Netflix, a couple of magazines and a mobile plan. Now we have subscriptions for music, security cameras, cloud gaming, AI chatbots, meal kits, LinkedIn, DoorDash, Uber, Photoshop — the list is long. Basically, if there’s an…

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Subscriptions are out of control. I can remember a time when the monthly payouts were few: just Netflix, a couple of magazines and a mobile…

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Marvel Rivals Wants Some Characters To Make You Say "Wait, Who?'"

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-03-16

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Since its launch, Marvel Rivals has greatly expanded its roster of characters. Heavyweights like Captain America and Spider-Man share the battlefield with dozens of characters who have gotten a bump in popularity thanks to their appearances in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, but lesser-known heroes and villains like…

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Since its launch, Marvel Rivals has greatly expanded its roster of characters. Heavyweights like Captain America and Spider-Man share the…

Yahoo CEO Jim Lanzone on reviving the web’s homepage

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-03-16

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Today, I’m talking with Jim Lanzone, who is the CEO of Yahoo. It’s basically impossible to sum up the Yahoo story, but the short version of it is that a long time ago Yahoo paid Google to run the search box on its website, and basically everything has gone sideways since. You’ll hear Jim refer […]

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Today, I’m talking with Jim Lanzone, who is the CEO of Yahoo. It’s basically impossible to sum up the Yahoo story, but the short version of…

This chair gives half-worn clothes a home

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-03-16

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Seating technology may have reached its peak for those of us who struggle to keep our lightly worn clothing piles away from furniture. The Laundry Chair - developed by YouTuber and viral inventor Simone Giertz - is now available to buy through a Kickstarter campaign, providing a storage solution that still functions…

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Seating technology may have reached its peak for those of us who struggle to keep our lightly worn clothing piles away from furniture. The…

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Anna Calvi shares epic Matt Berninger collab ‘Is This All There Is?’: “We’re both searching for answers”

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-03-16

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"He brings an intimacy to the song that I couldn’t have imagined" The post Anna Calvi shares epic Matt Berninger collab ‘Is This All There Is?’: “We’re both searching for answers” appeared first on NME.

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"He brings an intimacy to the song that I couldn’t have imagined" The post Anna Calvi shares epic Matt Berninger collab ‘Is This All…

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Tech companies are teaming up to combat scammers

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-16

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A coalition of Big Tech companies is working on a more comprehensive solution to combat online scams. As first reported by Axios, Google, Microsoft, LinkedIn, Meta, Amazon, OpenAI, Adobe and Match Group announced the signing of the Online Services Accord Against Scams. The new agreement is meant to put up a united…

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A coalition of Big Tech companies is working on a more comprehensive solution to combat online scams. As first reported by Axios, Google,…

Whitney Leavitt Is More Than Just a Mormon Wife

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-03-16

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The 'Chicago' lead is starring in the fourth season of everyone's favorite reality TV spectacle, and will star in her first feature this year. With Broadway, 'Mormon Wives' and acting aspirations aplenty, Leavitt isn't slowing down anytime soon: "This is just the beginning."

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The 'Chicago' lead is starring in the fourth season of everyone's favorite reality TV spectacle, and will star in her first feature this…

Oscars: Canadian Animators Win Big With ‘KPop Demon Hunters,’ ‘Girl Who Cried Pearls’

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-03-16

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Toronto's Maggie Kang earned the Academy Award for best animated feature, while Montreal artists Chris Lavis and Maciek Szczerbowski were second-time winners for best animated short.

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Toronto's Maggie Kang earned the Academy Award for best animated feature, while Montreal artists Chris Lavis and Maciek Szczerbowski were…

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Expedition 33 Sequel? Writer Staying Quiet On Franchise's Future

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-03-16

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Developer Sandfall Interactive's first game, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, was one of 2025's biggest breakout success stories, and everyone is wondering if and when a sequel is coming. That remains to be seen, and the game's lead writer, Jennifer Svedberg-Yen, is sworn to secrecy.She told GamesRadar, "I cannot tell you…

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Developer Sandfall Interactive's first game, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, was one of 2025's biggest breakout success stories, and everyone…

After the Oscars: What the Nominees Are Doing Next

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-03-16

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Leonardo DiCaprio is reteaming with Martin Scorsese, Benicio del Toro is starring opposite Cameron Diaz, Jacob Elordi returns to 'Euphoria' and Amy Madigan lines up a thriller.

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Leonardo DiCaprio is reteaming with Martin Scorsese, Benicio del Toro is starring opposite Cameron Diaz, Jacob Elordi returns to 'Euphoria'…

‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Songwriter Finishes Speech for Oscars Win Backstage After Abrupt Cut Off

Rollingstone.com rollingstone.com · 2026-03-16

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"Golden" is the first K-pop song to be awarded Best Original Song at the Academy Awards, but co-writer Yuhan was barely able to utter a thank you before being played off stage after EJAE spoke

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"Golden" is the first K-pop song to be awarded Best Original Song at the Academy Awards, but co-writer Yuhan was barely able to utter a…

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Sigur Rós announce final UK and European leg of orchestral tour

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-03-16

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"It is always very special to sit in the middle of an orchestra surrounded by all these fantastic players" The post Sigur Rós announce final UK and European leg of orchestral tour appeared first on NME.

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"It is always very special to sit in the middle of an orchestra surrounded by all these fantastic players" The post Sigur Rós announce…

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‘Resident Evil Requiem’ is the fastest-selling ‘Resi’ game ever

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-03-16

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It's shifted more than six million copies in two weeks The post ‘Resident Evil Requiem’ is the fastest-selling ‘Resi’ game ever appeared first on NME.

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It's shifted more than six million copies in two weeks The post ‘Resident Evil Requiem’ is the fastest-selling ‘Resi’ game ever appeared…

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Apple announces the AirPods Max 2 with improved noise cancelation and H2 chip

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-16

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The AirPods Max 2 are almost here. Apple announced this morning that the first true update to its over-hear phones are up for pre-order on March 25 and will be shipping in early April. They look identical to the predecessor, with large, colorful earcups and a matching headband. But inside is the H2 chip that Apple…

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The AirPods Max 2 are almost here. Apple announced this morning that the first true update to its over-hear phones are up for pre-order on…

Apple’s $549 AirPods Max 2 add better ANC and live translation

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-03-16

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Apple has just announced the AirPods Max 2 with better noise cancellation and sound quality. The second generation of Apple's over-ear headphones starts at $549 and comes equipped with an H2 chip that powers a bunch of new features, including AI-powered live translation, which translates speech to your preferred…

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Apple has just announced the AirPods Max 2 with better noise cancellation and sound quality. The second generation of Apple's over-ear…

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PSA: Pokemon Pokopia Has Mouse Controls, And They're Pretty Great

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-03-16

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Pokemon Pokopia is turning out to be something of a surprise system seller for Nintendo Switch 2, which also means that it's a good showpiece for some Switch 2 features. The increased horsepower means it's nice to look at without having to scale down on Switch 1, and its social features could be useful for GameChat.…

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Pokemon Pokopia is turning out to be something of a surprise system seller for Nintendo Switch 2, which also means that it's a good…

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World Of Tanks Is Crossing Over With Mafia For Some Reason

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-03-16

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2K Games and Wargaming are teaming up for an unexpected crossover event.From March 19-29, World of Tanks is adding Mafia-themed content with the Battle Pass Special: Mafia. "A renowned family of decent people has arrived in World of Tanks. These respectable gentlemen from the fine city of Lost Heaven provide valuable…

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2K Games and Wargaming are teaming up for an unexpected crossover event.From March 19-29, World of Tanks is adding Mafia-themed content…

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Resident Evil Requiem Is Selling Faster Than Any Game In The Series

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-03-16

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Just a few days after Capcom reported that Resident Evil Requiem had set a franchise best with 5 million sales in its launch week, the company has had to update those figures. The horror hit has increased its lifetime sales to 6 million units sold globally, which now makes it the fastest-selling Resident Evil game to…

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Just a few days after Capcom reported that Resident Evil Requiem had set a franchise best with 5 million sales in its launch week, the…

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Conan O’Brien’s joke about US not arresting pedophiles draws gasps from Oscars audience

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-03-16

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The comedian made the joke during his opening monologue The post Conan O’Brien’s joke about US not arresting pedophiles draws gasps from Oscars audience appeared first on NME.

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The comedian made the joke during his opening monologue The post Conan O’Brien’s joke about US not arresting pedophiles draws…

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Marvel Rivals' Staying Power Comes Down To One Key Strategy

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-03-16

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Launching a live-service game might be one of the toughest prospects in the video game industry currently, as several ambitious titles have sadly failed to find an audience and have folded shortly after launch. Marvel Rivals isn't one of those games, as the free-to-play action game has maintained its momentum with a…

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Launching a live-service game might be one of the toughest prospects in the video game industry currently, as several ambitious titles have…

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The Director Of The Next Resident Evil Movie Has Already Beaten Requiem Twice

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-03-16

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If you needed more proof that Weapons director Zach Cregger has the credentials to make a new Resident Evil film, look no further than his play history. According to a reporter, Cregger has already completed the latest game in the franchise twice.Deadline writer Destiny Jackson shared a photo of herself and Cregger on…

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If you needed more proof that Weapons director Zach Cregger has the credentials to make a new Resident Evil film, look no further than his…

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Watch Alex James deliver orchestral covers of Blur, Oasis, Pulp, Radiohead and Stone Roses as Britpop Classical tour kicks off

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-03-16

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Dates began at London’s Royal Albert Hall, and special guests included ‘Parklife’ icon Phil Daniels, Saffron of Republica and Gary Stringer of Reef The post Watch Alex James deliver orchestral covers of Blur, Oasis, Pulp, Radiohead and Stone Roses as Britpop Classical tour kicks off appeared first on NME.

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Dates began at London’s Royal Albert Hall, and special guests included ‘Parklife’ icon Phil Daniels, Saffron of Republica and Gary Stringer…

This is not a fly uploaded to a computer

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-03-16

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Last week, a few posts about a so-called virtual "embodied fly" tore through X, boosted by AI hype accounts and excited commenters who didn't seem to understand what it was they were excited about. The videos came from San Francisco-based Eon Systems, which says it's working toward "digital human intelligence" and…

Why it matters

Last week, a few posts about a so-called virtual "embodied fly" tore through X, boosted by AI hype accounts and excited commenters who…

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Firefly is getting rebooted as an animated series

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-16

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Firefly aired for just one season in 2002 before Fox canceled it. In the 24 years since, the sci-fi show has skyrocketed in popularity and now fans are finally getting more. Nathan Fillion has announced that an animated Firefly series is currently in advanced development, Deadline first reported.  Fillion shared…

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Firefly aired for just one season in 2002 before Fox canceled it. In the 24 years since, the sci-fi show has skyrocketed in popularity and…

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Rosalía apologises for Picasso comments: “I didn’t know there were real cases of abuse”

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-03-16

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She recently discussed the Spanish painter and spoke about “separating the artist from the work” The post Rosalía apologises for Picasso comments: “I didn’t know there were real cases of abuse” appeared first on NME.

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She recently discussed the Spanish painter and spoke about “separating the artist from the work” The post Rosalía apologises for Picasso…

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How and where to buy refurbished tech online

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-16

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In good news for our wallets and the environment at large, many electronic devices like phones and tablets last longer now than they once did. That means refurbished gadgets can have more life than ever before. There are no laws governing the terms, but refurbished or renewed devices tend to be a level above just…

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In good news for our wallets and the environment at large, many electronic devices like phones and tablets last longer now than they once…

The classic Apple Macintosh mouse inspired Spigen’s retro AirPods case

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-03-16

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If you've already given your iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max a retro '80s facelift with Spigen's Macintosh 128K and Apple Lisa-inspired Classic LS cases, you might as well make your wireless earbuds match. But instead of making the AirPods Pro 3 look like a decades-old desktop computer, Spigen's case turns them into a…

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If you've already given your iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max a retro '80s facelift with Spigen's Macintosh 128K and Apple Lisa-inspired Classic…

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MacBook Pro M5 Max 16-inch review: Still the pinnacle

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-16

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We've loved Apple's 2021-era MacBook Pro design from the start, and the M5 Max edition is once again the professional notebook to beat. But it's hard to deny that the star of Apple's recent laptop rollout wasn't its most powerful Pro systems — all eyes were on the $599 MacBook Neo. The MacBook Pro's next time to shine…

Why it matters

We've loved Apple's 2021-era MacBook Pro design from the start, and the M5 Max edition is once again the professional notebook to beat. But…

OpenAI’s adult mode will reportedly be smutty, not pornographic

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-03-16

Summary

OpenAI's delayed "adult mode" for ChatGPT is expected to support saucy text conversations at launch, but not the chatbot's ability to generate images, voice, or video. Speaking to The Wall Street Journal, an unnamed OpenAI spokesperson described content that will be provided by the upcoming feature as smut rather than…

Why it matters

OpenAI's delayed "adult mode" for ChatGPT is expected to support saucy text conversations at launch, but not the chatbot's ability to…

My fitness tracker is a secret weapon against my chronic illness

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-03-16

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One of the first major crashes I experienced as a chronically ill person happened on an unusually sunny January day in New York City. It was 2023, and I was riding my bike with a friend, flying high from the exercise. We'd covered just over 40 miles on mostly flat ground, a longish ride, but […]

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One of the first major crashes I experienced as a chronically ill person happened on an unusually sunny January day in New York City. It…

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Warner Bros. dominates Oscars with 11 wins ahead of its acquisition by Paramount

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-16

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Ahead of its acquisition by Paramount Skydance, Warner Bros. dominated the 2026 Oscars with 11 wins primarily for Ryan Coogler's Sinners and Paul Thomas Anderson's One Battle After Another. Netflix also put in a strong showing with seven Academy Awards, including two for KPop Demon Hunters and three for Guillermo Del…

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Ahead of its acquisition by Paramount Skydance, Warner Bros. dominated the 2026 Oscars with 11 wins primarily for Ryan Coogler's Sinners…

Critic’s Notebook: Conan O’Brien’s Deft Hosting and Several Sincere Moments Help Save Technically Sloppy Oscars Telecast

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-03-16

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O'Brien delivered his second consecutive strong hosting job, and there were stirring history-making wins — but glitchy sound, confusing cutaways and erratic direction marred the night.

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O'Brien delivered his second consecutive strong hosting job, and there were stirring history-making wins — but glitchy sound, confusing…

Oscars-Themed ‘Live With Kelly and Mark’ to Air Morning After Awards: How to Stream TV Special Online

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-03-16

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With a number of free streaming options, here's where to watch the duo break down Hollywood's biggest night in their Oscars-themed live event, which includes an interview with Conan O'Brien.

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With a number of free streaming options, here's where to watch the duo break down Hollywood's biggest night in their Oscars-themed live…

The Cliffhangers Keep Coming on ‘Dark Winds’

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-03-16

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Stars Deanna Allison, Kiowa Gordon and Jessica Matten dish on Chee’s ghost sickness, Emma’s insights and that extended ‘Twilight’ Wolf Pack reunion in episode five.

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Stars Deanna Allison, Kiowa Gordon and Jessica Matten dish on Chee’s ghost sickness, Emma’s insights and that extended ‘Twilight’ Wolf Pack…

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Playdate games to check out before the Catalog's 3-year anniversary sale ends

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-15

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If your Playdate wishlist is anything like mine (endless), here's a good excuse to actually go ahead and free some of those games from limbo: Panic is running a sale across the Playdate Catalog to celebrate its three-year anniversary. Sure, the majority of Playdate games are pretty cheap as is, but they can still add…

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If your Playdate wishlist is anything like mine (endless), here's a good excuse to actually go ahead and free some of those games from…

How to Watch the 2026 Oscars Red Carpet Livestream Online

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-03-15

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With a number of free streaming options, here's when and where to watch the 98th Academy Awards red carpet pre-shows online.

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With a number of free streaming options, here's when and where to watch the 98th Academy Awards red carpet pre-shows online.

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Arc Raiders replaced some of its AI-generated voice lines, using professional actors instead

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-15

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In an unexpected twist, humans have taken some jobs back from AI. Embark Studios' CEO Patrick Söderlund recently told GamesIndustry.biz that the studio "re-recorded" some of the AI-generated voice lines in Arc Raiders with human voices, only after its successful launch in October. "There is a quality difference,"…

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In an unexpected twist, humans have taken some jobs back from AI. Embark Studios' CEO Patrick Söderlund recently told GamesIndustry.biz…

Where to Watch the 2026 Oscars Online

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-03-15

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With a number of free streaming options, here's when and where to watch the 98th Academy Awards live online.

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With a number of free streaming options, here's when and where to watch the 98th Academy Awards live online.

Animated ‘Firefly’ Reboot in Development From Nathan Fillion, 20th TV Animation

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-03-15

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Original series creator Joss Whedon gave his blessing for the new iteration of the show that would be run by Tara Butters ('Agent Carter,' 'Dollhouse') and Marc Guggenheim ('Arrow,' 'Flash') and involves Oscar- and Emmy-winning animation studio ShadowMachine.

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Original series creator Joss Whedon gave his blessing for the new iteration of the show that would be run by Tara Butters ('Agent Carter,'…

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Anthropic is doubling Claude's usage limits during off-peak hours for the next two weeks

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-15

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To capitalize on Claude's recent spike in popularity, Anthropic is offering a limited-time promotion that doubles usage limits for anyone using its AI chatbot during off-peak hours. From March 13 to March 27, users on Free, Pro, Max, and Team plans will get double the usage limits in a five-hour window when using…

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To capitalize on Claude's recent spike in popularity, Anthropic is offering a limited-time promotion that doubles usage limits for anyone…

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ByteDance has reportedly suspended the global rollout of its new AI video generator

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-14

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A month after Seedance 2.0's launch in China sparked cease-and-desist letters from Disney and Paramount Skydance over its use of copyrighted materials, its developer ByteDance has reportedly hit pause on the release of the AI video tool in other regions. According to The Information, which spoke to two anonymous…

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A month after Seedance 2.0's launch in China sparked cease-and-desist letters from Disney and Paramount Skydance over its use of…

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Spotify’s new Taste Profile feature lets users fine-tune their algorithm’s recommendations

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-14

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You're responsible for your own Spotify algorithm now. On stage at SXSW, Spotify's co-CEO, Gustav Söderström, announced the Taste Profile feature, which allows users to personally customize exactly what they want to listen to, whether it's music, audiobooks or podcasts. This AI-powered feature is still in beta, and it…

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You're responsible for your own Spotify algorithm now. On stage at SXSW, Spotify's co-CEO, Gustav Söderström, announced the Taste Profile…

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Trump administration will reportedly get $10 billion for brokering the TikTok deal

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-14

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There may have been some extra incentive for the Trump administration to get the TikTok US deal done. According to a report from The Wall Street Journal, the Trump administration is set to receive a total of $10 billion in the deal that allowed TikTok to remain in the US. The new investors who acquired stakes in the…

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There may have been some extra incentive for the Trump administration to get the TikTok US deal done. According to a report from The Wall…

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What to read this weekend: Locked in with The Iron Garden Sutra

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-14

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Need something new for your reading list? This week, we recommend A.D. Sui's The Iron Garden Sutra, a meditative horror sci-fi/fantasy and murder mystery. I don't typically gravitate toward locked room mysteries, but the description of this book ticked all the right boxes to win me over: "a death monk and a team…

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Need something new for your reading list? This week, we recommend A.D. Sui's The Iron Garden Sutra, a meditative horror sci-fi/fantasy and…

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Meta is reportedly planning to cut up to 20 percent of its staff in upcoming layoffs

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-14

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Meta could be preparing for one of the largest layoffs in its history, according to a Reuters report. The tech giant is planning to cut about 20 percent of its workforce, according to the outlet's sources. According to the report, neither a date nor the exact number of layoffs has been finalized yet. However, Reuters…

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Meta could be preparing for one of the largest layoffs in its history, according to a Reuters report. The tech giant is planning to cut…

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Digg shuts down for a 'hard reset' because it was flooded with bots

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-14

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Digg has shut down, for now, just a few months after its open beta launched. Justin Mezzell, the company’s CEO, has explained on the home page that it noticed hours after the beta launched that it was already being targeted by SEO spammers. “The internet is now populated, in meaningful part, by sophisticated AI agents…

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Digg has shut down, for now, just a few months after its open beta launched. Justin Mezzell, the company’s CEO, has explained on the home…

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Ball x Pit on mobile, Piece by Piece x2 and other new indie games worth checking out

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-14

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Welcome to our latest roundup of what's going on in the indie game space. A bunch of intriguing games arrived this week, including a mobile port of one of the most absorbing things I’ve played in years and two completely different titles with the same name. Let’s get things started with a look at a few projects that…

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Welcome to our latest roundup of what's going on in the indie game space. A bunch of intriguing games arrived this week, including a mobile…

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OpenAI reportedly plans to add Sora video generation to ChatGPT

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-13

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OpenAI plans to add its Sora video generation model directly into ChatGPT, The Information reports . The standalone Sora app was seen as a smash hit when it launched alongside Sora 2 in September 2025, but interest in the video generation app has fallen in the time since as users ran into limits on the amount and…

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OpenAI plans to add its Sora video generation model directly into ChatGPT, The Information reports . The standalone Sora app was seen as a…

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Meta is bringing more international news to its AI

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-13

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Meta AI should soon be better at surfacing international news content thanks to a set of new deals with publishers. The company announced new agreements with international outlets and offered additional details on its recent deal with News Corp. The latest deals bring French newspaper Le Figaro, Spanish media…

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Meta AI should soon be better at surfacing international news content thanks to a set of new deals with publishers. The company announced…

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Adobe agrees to pay settlement for making its subscriptions hard to cancel

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-13

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Adobe has agreed to pay the US government $75 million to settle its lawsuit over the company's allegedly harmful approach to subscriptions. The suit started in 2024, when the US Department of Justice and the Federal Trade Commission filed a joint complaint alleging the company deliberately made it difficult to cancel…

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Adobe has agreed to pay the US government $75 million to settle its lawsuit over the company's allegedly harmful approach to subscriptions.…

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Nothing updates its AI app with semantic search and a new way to track events

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-13

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In the mad dash many companies have made to incorporate AI features into their phones, Nothing arrived at one of the better ideas with Essential Space on the Nothing Phone 3a in 2025. The AI-powered app turns screenshots and voice recordings into actionable to-do lists and transcriptions, and now Nothing is rolling…

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In the mad dash many companies have made to incorporate AI features into their phones, Nothing arrived at one of the better ideas with…

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The MacBook Neo is Apple's most repairable laptop

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-13

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Apple's cheapest laptop is also its most repairable. iFixit gave the new MacBook Neo a 6/10 repairability score. Although that number would only be mediocre for, say, a game review or final exam grade, it's the MacBook line's highest iFixit score in about 14 years.As always, iFixit goes into great detail about the…

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Apple's cheapest laptop is also its most repairable. iFixit gave the new MacBook Neo a 6/10 repairability score. Although that number would…

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Meta is killing end-to-end encryption in Instagram DMs

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-13

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Meta is killing end-to-end encryption in Instagram DMs. The feature will "no longer be supported after May 8, 2026," the company wrote in an update on its support page. Unlike WhatsApp, Meta never made encryption available to all Instagram users and it was never a default setting. Instead, users in "some areas" had…

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Meta is killing end-to-end encryption in Instagram DMs. The feature will "no longer be supported after May 8, 2026," the company wrote in…

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You'll now have to fork out for an additional subscription if you want to watch 4K content on Prime Video

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-13

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Amazon is raising the price of its ad-free Prime Video subscription and locking 4K UHD streaming behind this new tier. Starting April 10 for US customers, a rebranded Prime Video Ultra subscription will cost $5 per month, up from $3 per month. For that extra $2, you get a download capacity increase from 25 to 100, and…

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Amazon is raising the price of its ad-free Prime Video subscription and locking 4K UHD streaming behind this new tier. Starting April 10…

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Parallels Desktop creators say MacBook Neo does indeed have enough muscle to run Windows apps

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-13

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Parallels, the company best known for making the virtualization software that enables you to run Windows and other operating systems on a Mac, has confirmed that Parallels Desktop is compatible with the MacBook Neo. At launch it was unclear if Apple's new $600 laptop possessed the under-the-hood heft to run Windows…

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Parallels, the company best known for making the virtualization software that enables you to run Windows and other operating systems on a…

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X could be breaching US sanctions on Iran, watchdog warns

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-13

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The newly verified X account for Iran's supreme leader could be putting the company on the wrong side of US sanctions, according to a watchdog group. The Tech Transparency Project, which last month published a report on X granting premium perks to sanctioned officials in Iran, now says that the verified account for…

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The newly verified X account for Iran's supreme leader could be putting the company on the wrong side of US sanctions, according to a…

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ByteDance will reportedly buy NVIDIA's latest AI chips to use outside of China

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-13

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TikTok's Chinese parent company ByteDance has figured out a way to access NVIDIA's latest AI chips despite export restrictions, according to a report by The Wall Street Journal. The company is working with a firm called Aolani Cloud and building out Blackwell computing systems in Malaysia. This should give…

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TikTok's Chinese parent company ByteDance has figured out a way to access NVIDIA's latest AI chips despite export restrictions, according…

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How to clean and organize your Mac

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-13

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Inevitably, the more you use something — your Mac included — the more dirty and cluttered it’s likely to become. At that point, you can buy a new machine, but the more economical move is to make what you have already work better. To help your computer feel new, or at least a little cleaner and less chaotic, we put…

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Inevitably, the more you use something — your Mac included — the more dirty and cluttered it’s likely to become. At that point, you can buy…

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Samsung Galaxy S26 review: The smartphone status quo

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-13

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It's already smartphone season. Samsung's annual deluge encompasses three new phones for 2026: the frontier-pushing S26 Ultra ($1,300) with its innovative Privacy Screen, the S26 ($899) and the S26+ ($999). The smaller flagships, yet again, are iterative versions of what came before, with the major differences…

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It's already smartphone season. Samsung's annual deluge encompasses three new phones for 2026: the frontier-pushing S26 Ultra ($1,300) with…

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Engadget Podcast: Apple's $599 MacBook Neo is astounding

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-13

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Somehow, Apple made a $599 laptop that's actually a joy to use. In this episode, Devindra and Deputy Editor Nathan Ingraham chat about what makes the MacBook Neo so great. And they also dive into the new M4 iPad Air, M5 MacBook Air and M5 Pro/Max MacBook Pros. Also, Roberto Baldwin, SAE International's Sustainability…

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Somehow, Apple made a $599 laptop that's actually a joy to use. In this episode, Devindra and Deputy Editor Nathan Ingraham chat about what…

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Apple is reducing its App Store commission fees in China

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-13

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Apple is lowering its developer fees in China following discussions with the Chinese regulator. From March 15, the commission rate for standard in-app purchases (IAPs) will be reduced from 30 percent to 25 percent on its mainland China App Store storefront for both iOS and iPadOS. In a Developer blog, Apple also said…

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Apple is lowering its developer fees in China following discussions with the Chinese regulator. From March 15, the commission rate for…

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The Morning After: Our verdict on Apple’s $600 Macbook Neo

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-13

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Apple's new family of laptops might have a cringeworthy name, but don't let it fool you. Despite the MacBook Neo running on a built-for-iPhone A-series processor and being limited to 8GB of RAM, it delivers on what Macs do best. It has a capable screen, keyboardand trackpadand its overall build quality should…

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Apple's new family of laptops might have a cringeworthy name, but don't let it fool you. Despite the MacBook Neo running on a…

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The 5 best meditation apps for 2026

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-13

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Meditation is often touted as a mental cure-all, purported to help with stress, sleep, mood, focus and even certain medical conditions. I’ve been meditating most of my adult life. I’ve done silent retreats. I’ve been formally trained in various techniques. I’ve had someone in my contacts list who I referred to as a…

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Meditation is often touted as a mental cure-all, purported to help with stress, sleep, mood, focus and even certain medical conditions.…

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Uber robotaxi rides are now available for passengers in Las Vegas

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-13

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Uber’s and Motional's Hyundai Ioniq 5 autonomous EVs will start appearing as an option for riders in Las Vegas. Passengers requesting for an UberX, Uber Electric, Uber Comfort or Uber Comfort Electric ride may be matched with a Motional robotaxi. They will not be forced to take it, though, and will be notified and…

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Uber’s and Motional's Hyundai Ioniq 5 autonomous EVs will start appearing as an option for riders in Las Vegas. Passengers requesting for…

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MacBook Air M5 review: Same but faster

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-13

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It’s hard to believe that it’s been almost four years since Apple gave the MacBook Air a serious glow-up. The 2022 model was a total redesign that bumped its performance with the M2 chip and also improved a number of key components. It was also the first MacBook Air to drop the signature tapered design, and Apple…

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It’s hard to believe that it’s been almost four years since Apple gave the MacBook Air a serious glow-up. The 2022 model was a total…

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Apple says F1 streaming already exceeds everyone's expectations

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-13

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Apple's exclusive deal for US broadcast rights of Formula 1 was a big shift to streaming from ESPN's cable coverage of the past, but after the first race (the Australian Grand Prix), it seems to be going well. "The 2026 Formula 1 season on Apple TV is off to a strong start, with fans responding positively and…

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Apple's exclusive deal for US broadcast rights of Formula 1 was a big shift to streaming from ESPN's cable coverage of the past, but after…

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Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes arrives in April

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-13

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Bandai Namco has announced a new Little Nightmares game, this time for virtual reality. Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes is developed by Iconik and not by Tarsier Studios, but it’s still connected to the beloved titles Little Nightmares I and II. Remember Dark Six, the protagonist Six’s dark doppelganger from the…

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Bandai Namco has announced a new Little Nightmares game, this time for virtual reality. Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes is developed…

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This web app lets you 'channel surf' YouTube like a '90s kid watching cable

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-12

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Many of us remember the halcyon days of being a kid in the ‘90s, spending a weekend afternoon with remote control in hand and a seemingly endless well of stuff to watch on TV. Now you can relive the experience thanks to the appropriately named Channel Surfer web app. It's essentially a YouTube discovery tool that…

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Many of us remember the halcyon days of being a kid in the ‘90s, spending a weekend afternoon with remote control in hand and a seemingly…

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Teamsters urge DOJ to block Paramount's Warner Bros. merger

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-12

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The International Brotherhood of Teamsters, the union that covers warehouse workers, drivers and a diverse collection of other laborers, has come out against Paramount Skydance's merger with Warner Bros. Discovery. In a press release, the Teamsters announced that it has submitted a report to the US Department of…

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The International Brotherhood of Teamsters, the union that covers warehouse workers, drivers and a diverse collection of other laborers,…

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Adobe CEO Shantanu Narayen plans to step down after 18 years

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-12

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Adobe's long-time CEO has shared that he plans to step down. Shantanu Narayen has been the chief exec at the tech company for 18 years, a tenure where he led Adobe in the major shift to become a software-as-a-service provider. The exact timeline for his exit is still up in the air, as Narayen will depart when the…

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Adobe's long-time CEO has shared that he plans to step down. Shantanu Narayen has been the chief exec at the tech company for 18 years, a…

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NASA will try its Artemis II launch again in early April

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-12

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NASA will soon give it another go on April Fools' Day. On Thursday, NASA said it's targeting April 1 at 6:24 PM ET for the Artemis II mission's next launch attempt.In case that date doesn't pan out, NASA added April 2 at 7:22 PM as a secondary launch opportunity. If necessary, the agency foresees several more openings…

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NASA will soon give it another go on April Fools' Day. On Thursday, NASA said it's targeting April 1 at 6:24 PM ET for the Artemis II…

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RAMaggedon not expected to ease this year as IDC cuts 2026 PC market forecast again

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-12

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We've been seeing all sorts of warnings about how RAMaggedon is nigh. The latest horseman signalling a disaster is the International Data Corporation, which had already cautioned that things were looking bad at the end of 2025. Today, the organization further cut its forecasts for the PC market in 2026, anticipating…

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We've been seeing all sorts of warnings about how RAMaggedon is nigh. The latest horseman signalling a disaster is the International Data…

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KPop Demon Hunters is officially getting a sequel

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-12

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KPop Demon Hunters is getting a sequel, Netflix and Sony have announced. Sony Pictures Animation handed the rights to the film to Netflix in 2021 as part of a larger licensing deal, but neither company could have expected how much of a hit it would ultimately become. Besides being Netflix's "most-watched movie of all…

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KPop Demon Hunters is getting a sequel, Netflix and Sony have announced. Sony Pictures Animation handed the rights to the film to Netflix…

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Meta is testing clickable links in Instagram captions for verified subscribers

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-12

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Instagram has long limited users' ability to share links, restricting link-sharing to Stories, Reels and user profiles. But that might now be changing. The company has started to test clickable links inside of post captions for subscribers to Meta Verified. The new feature, which has been a long-requested update…

Why it matters

Instagram has long limited users' ability to share links, restricting link-sharing to Stories, Reels and user profiles. But that might now…

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PEGI ratings for game releases in Europe will be age-restricted if they contain loot boxes

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-12

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European regulators are continuing to crack down on loot boxes and gaming features it classifies as "interactive risk categories." The Pan-European Game Information, better known as PEGI, is rolling out new rules that will apply age ratings based on the presence of loot boxes and other in-game purchases or…

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European regulators are continuing to crack down on loot boxes and gaming features it classifies as "interactive risk…

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Bumble is the latest dating app to add an AI assistant

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-12

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Bumble is testing an AI dating assistant called "Bee" that it hopes will get users on dates without them having to swipe through profiles, Bloomberg writes. The company announced the AI assistant during its fourth quarter earnings, and intends to use the AI in a new experience it calls "Dates."When…

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Bumble is testing an AI dating assistant called "Bee" that it hopes will get users on dates without them having to swipe through…

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2026 G.A.N.G. Awards: ‘Death Stranding 2: On the Beach,’ ‘Hades II’ and ‘Clair Obscur: Expedition 33’ Lead Winners

Other variety.com · 2026-03-12

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“Death Stranding 2: On the Beach” and “Clair Obscur: Expedition 33” lead the 2026 Game Audio Network Guild (G.A.N.G.) Awards with eight and seven wins, respectively. Dedicated to celebrating achievements across the full spectrum of interactive audio, the 24th annual awards were presented during the GDC Festival of…

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“Death Stranding 2: On the Beach” and “Clair Obscur: Expedition 33” lead the 2026 Game Audio Network Guild (G.A.N.G.) Awards with eight and…

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Razer’s VP of Software Quyen Quach Unveils ‘Fully Agentic’ Version of AI Companion AVA, Which Runs on Cloud and Locally on PC (EXCLUSIVE)

Other variety.com · 2026-03-09

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Razer will unveil new features for its upcoming AI companion, Razer AVA, during the GDC Festival of Gaming Monday, including the ability for the product to be “fully agentic” running locally on PC and on the cloud. First revealed as a conceptual project last year and most recently promoted as a…

Why it matters

Razer will unveil new features for its upcoming AI companion, Razer AVA, during the GDC Festival of Gaming Monday, including the ability…

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‘Halo’ Actor Demands Trump’s White House Remove Master Chief’s Voice From ‘Disgusting and Juvenile War Porn’ Video: I Don’t ‘Endorse’ This ‘Propaganda’

Other variety.com · 2026-03-09

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Steve Downes, the voice of “Halo” protagonist Master Chief, is slamming Donald Trump’s White House for its “disgusting and juvenile war porn” video on social media, which included the Downes-voiced Master Chief in a montage alongside clips from “Iron Man,” “Top…

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Steve Downes, the voice of “Halo” protagonist Master Chief, is slamming Donald Trump’s White House for its…

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‘GTA’-Inspired ‘Grand Heist City’ Game to Launch on Fortnite From Typical Gamer’s JOGO Studios, KitBash3D (EXCLUSIVE)

Other variety.com · 2026-03-06

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Andre “Typical Gamer” Rebelo is bringing his love of “Grand Theft Auto” to Fortnite with the launch of his company’s new super-size map “Grand Heist City” later this month. Described as the Typical Gamer-founded JOGO Studios’ “most ambitious project” to date,…

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Andre “Typical Gamer” Rebelo is bringing his love of “Grand Theft Auto” to Fortnite with the launch of his…

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Range Media Partners Launches Game Publishing Division Led by Industry Veteran Ben Jones (EXCLUSIVE)

Other variety.com · 2026-03-05

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Gaming industry veteran Ben Jones has joined Range Media Partners to lead the management and talent representation firm’s newly created game publishing division. The move makes Range the first entertainment management firm to offer game development and publishing capabilities, according to the company. Range…

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Gaming industry veteran Ben Jones has joined Range Media Partners to lead the management and talent representation firm’s newly…

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‘Life Is Strange’ TV Series Casts Maisy Stella, Tatum Grace Hopkins as Chloe and Max (EXCLUSIVE)

Other variety.com · 2026-03-03

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The “Life Is Strange” series adaptation at Amazon Prime Video has found its two leads. Variety has learned exclusively that Maisy Stella and Tatum Grace Hopkins have been cast in the roles of Chloe and Max, respectively. The show was first reported to be set up at Prime Video in September 2025. Per the…

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The “Life Is Strange” series adaptation at Amazon Prime Video has found its two leads. Variety has learned exclusively that…

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Wildlight Entertainment’s ‘Highguard’ to Shut Down After Just Two Months (Gaming News Roundup)

Other variety.com · 2026-03-03

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“Highguard” will permanently shut down on March 12.  Created by Wildlight Entertainment, the news comes less than two months after the game first debuted earlier this year on Jan. 26.  “Since launch, more than 2 million players stepped into ‘Highguard’s’ world. You shared feedback, created…

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“Highguard” will permanently shut down on March 12.  Created by Wildlight Entertainment, the news comes less than two months after the…

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‘Resident Evil Requiem’ Star Angela Sant’Albano Talks Grace’s Twist Ending, Reuniting With [SPOILER] for Potential Future Games

Other variety.com · 2026-03-02

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SPOILER ALERT: This story contains major spoilers through the end of video game “Resident Evil Requiem,” released Feb. 27 from Capcom. Gamers who spent their weekends playing through the jump scares and zombie fights in “Resident Evil Requiem” know that the survival horror title amounted…

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SPOILER ALERT: This story contains major spoilers through the end of video game “Resident Evil Requiem,” released Feb. 27…

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‘Resident Evil Requiem’ Launches (Gaming News Roundup)

Other variety.com · 2026-02-27

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“Resident Evil Requiem” launched across multiple platforms Ffriday. The latest entry in the iconic survival horror franchise from developer Capcom brings players back to Racoon City with tense gameplay, immersive mysteries and the return of fan-favorite characters. The game follows FBI intelligence analyst…

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“Resident Evil Requiem” launched across multiple platforms Ffriday. The latest entry in the iconic survival horror franchise…

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‘Pokémon’ Reveals New Games, ‘Winds’ and ‘Waves,’ With 2027 Release Date and 10th Generation Starters

Other variety.com · 2026-02-27

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The next generation of “Pokémon” has finally been revealed. During its “Pokémon Presents” 30th anniversary livestream, the company unveiled the first look at the long-awaited 10th generation, “Winds” and “Waves.” The three starter Pokémon and a look at the…

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The next generation of “Pokémon” has finally been revealed. During its “Pokémon Presents” 30th…