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‘Testament’ Revisited: THR’s ‘It Happened in Hollywood’ Podcast Returns With 1983’s Quietly Devastating Apocalypse Film

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-03-17

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Its Oscar-nominated star Jane Alexander and director Lynne Littman discuss the groundbreaker, which also features Kevin Costner in his first screen role.

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Its Oscar-nominated star Jane Alexander and director Lynne Littman discuss the groundbreaker, which also features Kevin Costner in his…

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GTA 6 "Leak" Turns Out To Be A Fake

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-03-17

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[UPDATE] It has now come to light that the "bridge" leak was indeed a fake. The creator of the clip apologized "for the chaos" and said the goal was to see if they could "create a believable-looking scene from GTA 6 by recreating everything from the ground up.""Honestly, the response was way bigger than I ever…

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[UPDATE] It has now come to light that the "bridge" leak was indeed a fake. The creator of the clip apologized "for the chaos" and said the…

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The Dune: Part Three trailer introduces Robert Pattinson's villainous new character

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-17

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It's only been two years since Dune: Part Two took over multiplexes, but we already have a trailer for the third installment. The appropriately-named Dune: Part Three is an adaptation of Frank Herbert's Dune Messiah book from 1969. Just like the book, the latest film takes place a number of years after Dune: Part Two.…

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It's only been two years since Dune: Part Two took over multiplexes, but we already have a trailer for the third installment. The…

Antigravity’s 360-degree drone is 20 percent off ahead of its next feature drop

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-03-17

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Insta360’s Antigravity A1 is one of the most interesting drones on the market thanks to its included Vision Goggles, which provide a 360-degree first-person view through the drone’s cameras (a screen on the outside of its lenses shows what the pilot is seeing). Its cameras can shoot 8K video at 30 frames per second,…

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Insta360’s Antigravity A1 is one of the most interesting drones on the market thanks to its included Vision Goggles, which provide a…

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Fallout 5 Could Be Made Outside Bethesda, Former Dev Says

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-03-17

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Bethesda said Fallout 5 was coming many years ago, but the company never specifically said it would make the game internally. According to former Fallout developer Jonah Lobe, he wouldn't be surprised if Bethesda outsourced Fallout 5 to a different developer.Speaking on the Kiwi Talkz YouTube channel, the former…

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Bethesda said Fallout 5 was coming many years ago, but the company never specifically said it would make the game internally. According to…

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GTA 6 Parent Company Boss Dismisses "Laughable" AI Uses Amid A Flood Of Countless Games

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-03-17

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Take-Two boss Strauss Zelnick has once again shared his thoughts on AI in gaming, saying it is "laughable" to believe people can use AI tools to simply "push a button" and make a high-quality, top-selling game."The notion that somehow new tools would allow an individual to push a button and generate a hit and bring it…

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Take-Two boss Strauss Zelnick has once again shared his thoughts on AI in gaming, saying it is "laughable" to believe people can use AI…

MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN 2026 Announce General Voting Categories & Co-Creation Awards

Billboard.com billboard.com · 2026-03-17

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The awards recognize outstanding works and artists shaping Japan's current music scene, with winners determined by votes from music industry professionals.

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The awards recognize outstanding works and artists shaping Japan's current music scene, with winners determined by votes from music…

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Arizona attorney general sues Kalshi on illegal gambling charges

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-17

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Kalshi has been sued by Arizona's attorney general for operating an illegal gambling business in the state and unlawfully ‌allowing people to place bets on elections. "Kalshi may brand itself as a 'prediction ⁠market,' but what it's actually doing is running an illegal gambling operation ​and taking bets on…

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Kalshi has been sued by Arizona's attorney general for operating an illegal gambling business in the state and unlawfully ‌allowing people…

‘Drag’ Review: Lizzy Caplan Headlines a Twisted, Tongue-in-Cheek Robbery Thriller That Overstays Its Welcome

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-03-17

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The first feature from Raviv Ullman and Greg Yagolnitzer follows two kvetching sisters who break into a stranger’s home and get way more than they bargained for.

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The first feature from Raviv Ullman and Greg Yagolnitzer follows two kvetching sisters who break into a stranger’s home and get way more…

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YouTube and FIFA partner up for the 2026 World Cup

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-17

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FIFA is turning to streaming platforms to maximize its return on the 2026 World Cup. Two months after announcing a "Preferred Platform" partnership with TikTok, the organization has now struck a similar deal with YouTube.Broadcasting rights are FIFA’s largest revenue stream for the tournament — and media…

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FIFA is turning to streaming platforms to maximize its return on the 2026 World Cup. Two months after announcing a "Preferred…

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Fortnite will return to Google's Play Store globally on March 19

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-17

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Now that Epic Games and Google have made up — or at least found a way to resolve their long-running disputes — everyone with a compatible Android device can get back to the business of playing Fortnite. The game will return to the Play Store globally on March 19, the same day that the next Fortnite season goes live.…

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Now that Epic Games and Google have made up — or at least found a way to resolve their long-running disputes — everyone with a compatible…

The messiah rises in Dune: Part Three’s new trailer

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-03-17

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First comes love, then comes marriage, then comes a portentous set of twin babies in the new trailer for Dune: Part Three. Warner Bros. has debuted its first full trailer for Denis Villeneuve's third Dune film. Thankfully, it doesn't give everything about the film away, but it does put a spotlight on a few of […]

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First comes love, then comes marriage, then comes a portentous set of twin babies in the new trailer for Dune: Part Three. Warner Bros. has…

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GPT-5.4 mini brings some of the smarts of OpenAI's latest model to ChatGPT Free and Go users

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-17

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When OpenAI released GPT-5.4 at the start of March, the company said the new model was designed primarily for professional work like programming and data analysis. Now OpenAI is launching GPT-5.4 mini and nano, and while it is once again highlighting the usefulness of these new systems for tasks like coding, one of…

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When OpenAI released GPT-5.4 at the start of March, the company said the new model was designed primarily for professional work like…

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Switch 2 software update adds 'Handheld Mode Boost' for your old games

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-17

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We might not have had a proper Nintendo Direct in 2026 yet, but there have been plenty of Switch and Switch 2-related announcements in the last few weeks, including a release date for the Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, a surprise port of Kena: Bridge of Spirits and the final trailer for the imminent The Super…

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We might not have had a proper Nintendo Direct in 2026 yet, but there have been plenty of Switch and Switch 2-related announcements in the…

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WhatsApp is now officially available on Garmin smartwatches

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-17

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There's an official WhatsApp app for select Garmin smartwatches. It's available for free right now in the Garmin Connect IQ Store. WhatsApp is primarily a chat platform, so this new app allows users to read and reply to messages, send emojis and peruse the chat history. The app also lets users accept or decline…

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There's an official WhatsApp app for select Garmin smartwatches. It's available for free right now in the Garmin Connect IQ Store. WhatsApp…

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Pond release intriguing new single ‘Terrestrials’ and announce new US live shows with Djo

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-03-17

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“This song is about the weirdest of all the terrestrials, people” The post Pond release intriguing new single ‘Terrestrials’ and announce new US live shows with Djo appeared first on NME.

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“This song is about the weirdest of all the terrestrials, people” The post Pond release intriguing new single ‘Terrestrials’ and announce…

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Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 2: Start Date, And All Leaks And Teases So Far

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-03-17

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The first season of Fortnite Chapter 7 is the game's longest in six years, but the end is finally in sight, and it promises to bring some big changes. And with just days left to go before we start Season 2, which has apparently been dubbed Showdown, Epic Games has begun dropping real teasers, and there are plenty of…

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The first season of Fortnite Chapter 7 is the game's longest in six years, but the end is finally in sight, and it promises to bring some…

Now everyone in the US is getting Google’s personalized Gemini AI

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-03-17

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Google announced on Tuesday that all users in the US will now have access to its Personal Intelligence feature, which lets you connect various Google apps to provide context for Gemini's responses and suggestions. Access was previously limited to Google AI Pro and AI Ultra subscribers. Now, free-tier users in the US…

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Google announced on Tuesday that all users in the US will now have access to its Personal Intelligence feature, which lets you connect…

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Starfield is coming to PS5 on April 7

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-17

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Starfield is officially coming to PS5, with a launch date set for April 7. Preorders are open right now for both the digital and physical versions. It's long been rumored that Bethesda's sci-fi RPG would be going multiplatform and, well, here we are. The PS5 version will tap into the DualSense controller's…

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Starfield is officially coming to PS5, with a launch date set for April 7. Preorders are open right now for both the digital and physical…

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Saudi Arabia’s Electronic Gaming Development Company Takes Stake in ‘Resident Evil Requiem’ Publisher Capcom (Report)

Other variety.com · 2026-03-17

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Saudi Arabia’s Electronic Gaming Development Company (EGDC) has reportedly acquired a 5.03% stake in “Resident Evil Requiem” publisher Capcom, raising the kingdom’s ownership in the leading Japanese video game developer to 10%. News of the acquisition is being reported by Japanese game industry website Gamebiz.jp,…

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Saudi Arabia’s Electronic Gaming Development Company (EGDC) has reportedly acquired a 5.03% stake in “Resident Evil Requiem” publisher…

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Cyberpunk TCG Launches Kickstarter Campaign, Raises Over $3 Million In Less Than An Hour

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-03-17

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The trading card game market is filling up fast, with tenured games like Magic: The Gathering and Pokemon Trading Card Game being joined by Disney Lorcana, One Piece Trading Card Game, and Riftbound: The League Of Legends Trading Card Game in recent years. Today, tabletop game company WeirdCo launched a Kickstarter…

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The trading card game market is filling up fast, with tenured games like Magic: The Gathering and Pokemon Trading Card Game being joined by…

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‘KPop Demon Hunters’ actor Kevin Woo on why Korean culture must “stay true to its roots”

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-03-17

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The California-born former-Seoul resident wants to "see more representation" across mediums The post ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ actor Kevin Woo on why Korean culture must “stay true to its roots” appeared first on NME.

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The California-born former-Seoul resident wants to "see more representation" across mediums The post ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ actor Kevin Woo…

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Nvidia's DLSS 5 Teases AI-Powered, Photo-Realistic Lighting--And The Backlash Is Strong

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-03-17

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Nvidia has announced its next addition to the growing suite of DLSS options, which already includes impressive upscaling, ray reconstruction for ray-traced workloads, and frame generation. DLSS 5 is being teased as the biggest leap forward yet, with Nvidia introducing an AI-powered model that changes lighting and…

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Nvidia has announced its next addition to the growing suite of DLSS options, which already includes impressive upscaling, ray…

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More Game Pass additions for March include Disco Elysium and Resident Evil 7

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-17

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Microsoft has revealed the second wave of Game Pass additions for March. Disco Elysium and Resident Evil 7: Biohazard headline the 12-title batch, and several games previously exclusive to the Ultimate tier are also expanding to Premium. DreamWorks Gabby's Dollhouse: Ready to Party kicks off the wave on March 17.…

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Microsoft has revealed the second wave of Game Pass additions for March. Disco Elysium and Resident Evil 7: Biohazard headline the 12-title…

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‘Undertale’ confirms 2026 orchestral world soundtrack tour

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-03-17

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The run of shows will hit the UK in September The post ‘Undertale’ confirms 2026 orchestral world soundtrack tour appeared first on NME.

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The run of shows will hit the UK in September The post ‘Undertale’ confirms 2026 orchestral world soundtrack tour appeared first on NME.

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Pragmata New Combat and Boss Gameplay

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-03-17

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We got our final preview in for Pragmata and we got to head into a new location as well as check out combat against new enemies and a new boss fight.

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We got our final preview in for Pragmata and we got to head into a new location as well as check out combat against new enemies and a new…

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Google makes Gemini personalization available to free users

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-17

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At the start of the year, Google introduced Personal Intelligence, a Gemini feature that allows the chatbot to pull information from the user's other Google apps and services to generate personalized responses. After making the feature first available to Google AI Pro and Ultra subscribers, the company is expanding…

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At the start of the year, Google introduced Personal Intelligence, a Gemini feature that allows the chatbot to pull information from the…

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Best Fantasy Games To Escape The World In 2026

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-03-17

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Fantasy games take you away from any semblance of the real world, instead trading in unique worlds and universes, often featuring magic, but sometimes lean into fantasy technology as well. These games are often in the RPG genre, and many of them feature open-worlds as well. The most important and defining aspect of…

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Fantasy games take you away from any semblance of the real world, instead trading in unique worlds and universes, often featuring magic,…

‘Family Movie’ Review: At Least Kevin Bacon and His Family Are Having Fun

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-03-17

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Kyra Sedgwick, Travis Bacon and Sosie Bacon also star in the comedy about a director father, his actor wife and their kids, who gather to make one last low-budget horror film together.

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Kyra Sedgwick, Travis Bacon and Sosie Bacon also star in the comedy about a director father, his actor wife and their kids, who gather to…

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Kid Bookie teams up with Corey Taylor for intense new single ‘Blame’: “This song is almost a therapy session for me”

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-03-17

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It follows on from the South-East London singer joining forces with Rose McGowan earlier this year The post Kid Bookie teams up with Corey Taylor for intense new single ‘Blame’: “This song is almost a therapy session for me” appeared first on NME.

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It follows on from the South-East London singer joining forces with Rose McGowan earlier this year The post Kid Bookie teams up with Corey…

The Age of Mistrust and AI in Copenhagen Doc Fest Panel Focus

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-03-17

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"There are much better forms of documentary and much better forms of cinema," offers writer, editor and creator Joe Bini.

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"There are much better forms of documentary and much better forms of cinema," offers writer, editor and creator Joe Bini.

Intel announces Core Ultra 200HX Plus CPUs for high-end gaming laptops

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-03-17

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Intel has a pair of new flagship CPUs coming to a variety of pricey gaming laptops: the Core Ultra 9 290 HX Plus and Core Ultra 7 270HX Plus. The Arrow Lake Refresh chips sport 24 cores / 24 threads and 20 cores / 20 threads, respectively. Like Intel's recently announced desktop CPUs, the new […]

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Intel has a pair of new flagship CPUs coming to a variety of pricey gaming laptops: the Core Ultra 9 290 HX Plus and Core Ultra 7 270HX…

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March Madness 2026: How to watch every game of the NCAA basketball tournaments

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-17

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It’s time to lock in those brackets. The 2026 NCAA basketball tournaments, affectionately known as March Madness, begin this week. In fact, some of the action on the men’s side starts tonight. Both the men’s and women’s tournaments are available to stream through various apps and services, but navigating the web of…

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It’s time to lock in those brackets. The 2026 NCAA basketball tournaments, affectionately known as March Madness, begin this week. In fact,…

‘Paradise’ Renewed for Third — and Likely Final — Season at Hulu

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-03-17

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The hit series from Dan Fogelman starring Sterling K. Brown is currently releasing season two — and the third season has been designed to be the last.

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The hit series from Dan Fogelman starring Sterling K. Brown is currently releasing season two — and the third season has been designed to…

Two more EVs for the trash heap: Volvo EX30 and Honda Prologue

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-03-17

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The steady stream of news about automakers cancelling or discontinuing electric vehicles continues apace. This week it's Volvo's small, quirky EX30 and Honda's solo electric offering in the US, the Prologue. Both are the latest victims of stagnating EV sales in the US thanks to the Trump administration's decision to…

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The steady stream of news about automakers cancelling or discontinuing electric vehicles continues apace. This week it's Volvo's small,…

Several Sonos audio products got their first 2026 discounts

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-03-17

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Amazon’s Big Spring Sale kicks off on March 25th, though some great tech sales are already available. Sonos is one of several companies that has switched on sales for its products, including some that haven’t previously been discounted this year. While the company is best known for its home theater gear, these…

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Amazon’s Big Spring Sale kicks off on March 25th, though some great tech sales are already available. Sonos is one of several companies…

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New Game Pass Games For March 2026: Resident Evil 7, Like A Dragon: Infinite Wealth, And More

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-03-17

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March has already been a very good month for Game Pass subscribers with the arrivals of titles like Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 and Cyberpunk 2077. That momentum will continue through the second half of March as some really terrific titles arrive, including Disco Elysium and Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth.The newest…

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March has already been a very good month for Game Pass subscribers with the arrivals of titles like Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 and…

Lucy Dacus Delivers Poignant Cover of Daniel Caesar’s ‘Who Knows’

Rollingstone.com rollingstone.com · 2026-03-17

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The singer-songwriter performed her rendition for Australian radio network Triple J’s series Like a Version

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The singer-songwriter performed her rendition for Australian radio network Triple J’s series Like a Version

Microsoft appoints a new Copilot boss after AI leadership shake-up

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-03-17

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Microsoft is doing another executive shuffle today to reorganize how it engineers its Copilot assistant. Different teams have been working on the consumer and commercial sides of Copilot for years, but Microsoft is about to unify parts of them in an effort to create a more cohesive Copilot for businesses and…

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Microsoft is doing another executive shuffle today to reorganize how it engineers its Copilot assistant. Different teams have been working…

The future of code is exciting and terrifying

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-03-17

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Suddenly it seems like everyone's a coder. Or, at the very least, like they play one in the Claude Code app. But even for the seasoned pros, the act of software development is changing fast - many people are writing less code themselves and instead spending their time managing agents and projects. So what does…

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Suddenly it seems like everyone's a coder. Or, at the very least, like they play one in the Claude Code app. But even for the seasoned…

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Amazon launches one- and three-hour delivery options in the US

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-17

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Amazon just launched one-hour and three-hour delivery options in many cities and towns throughout the US. As a matter of fact, the company says three-hour delivery windows are already available in over 2,000 locations, while one-hour windows have launched in "hundreds" of cities. You can check to see if your area is…

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Amazon just launched one-hour and three-hour delivery options in many cities and towns throughout the US. As a matter of fact, the company…

‘Harlan County, USA’ Director Barbara Kopple Isn’t Done With Labor Just Yet

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-03-17

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The two-time Oscar winner last tackled a union campaign with 1990’s ‘American Dream.’ Now she’s working on a new project, the details of which she shares with The Hollywood Reporter.

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The two-time Oscar winner last tackled a union campaign with 1990’s ‘American Dream.’ Now she’s working on a new project, the details of…

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Starfield Hits PS5 On April 7, Extensive New DLC Coming To All Platforms

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-03-17

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Starfield will release for PlayStation 5 on April 7, Bethesda has announced. It'll be out that day alongside the release of the "biggest update to the game since launch" for all platforms. None of this is surprising, as the release date and some early details have been leaking for a long time.The Terran Armada and…

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Starfield will release for PlayStation 5 on April 7, Bethesda has announced. It'll be out that day alongside the release of the "biggest…

Charli XCX, Lorde, Tate McRae Top Lollapalooza 2026 Lineup

Rollingstone.com rollingstone.com · 2026-03-17

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The Smashing Pumpkins, the XX, and Olivia Dean will also head to Chicago’s Grant Park this summer

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The Smashing Pumpkins, the XX, and Olivia Dean will also head to Chicago’s Grant Park this summer

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Gamers are right to be disgusted by NVIDIA's DLSS 5

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-17

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You can sum up the gamer response to NVIDIA's DLSS 5 announcement with the ever-relevant Fallout 4 meme: "Everyone disliked that." Across social media and Reddit last night, I couldn't find anyone who's genuinely positive about the potential for DLSS 5, which uses AI to add "photorealistic"…

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You can sum up the gamer response to NVIDIA's DLSS 5 announcement with the ever-relevant Fallout 4 meme: "Everyone disliked…

Starfield is coming to the PS5 and getting a pair of major updates in April

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-03-17

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After lots of rumors, it's now official: Bethesda's sci-fi epic Starfield is coming to the PS5. It'll launch on Sony's console on April 7th, and that day will also see the debut of two major updates for the game - one paid, one free - a combination that Bethesda describes as "the biggest update to […]

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After lots of rumors, it's now official: Bethesda's sci-fi epic Starfield is coming to the PS5. It'll launch on Sony's console on April…

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MUNA search for connection over validation on bold new single ‘So What’

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-03-17

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It is the latest preview of the LA trio’s fourth studio album, ‘Dancing On The Wall’ The post MUNA search for connection over validation on bold new single ‘So What’ appeared first on NME.

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It is the latest preview of the LA trio’s fourth studio album, ‘Dancing On The Wall’ The post MUNA search for connection over validation on…

Tumblr updated reblogs to function more like tweets and users hate it

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-03-17

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Tumblr has overhauled its reblogging feature to add new options for interacting with chained posts, and it hasn't gone down well with many of the platform's users. The update announced by Tumblr on Monday enables users to like, reblog, and reply to any post nestled within a reblog chain, with subsequent reblogs having…

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Tumblr has overhauled its reblogging feature to add new options for interacting with chained posts, and it hasn't gone down well with many…

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In-Game Ads For Full-Price Games "Would Seem Unfair," GTA 6 Parent Company Boss Says

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-03-17

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Putting in-game ads in full-priced games "would seem unfair," according to Strauss Zelnick, the head of GTA 6 parent company Take-Two.Speaking to The Game Business, Zelnick said in-game ads for free-to-play titles makes sense based on the business model, but not for $70 or $80 games."It's difficult for me to believe…

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Putting in-game ads in full-priced games "would seem unfair," according to Strauss Zelnick, the head of GTA 6 parent company…

Sarah Michelle Gellar Criticizes ‘Buffy’ Reboot Cancellation, but Sources Say Pilot Wasn’t Good

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-03-17

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The actress breaks her silence on Hulu's decision not to move forward with the 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' sequel, which sources say Disney TV Group president Craig Erwich scrapped.

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The actress breaks her silence on Hulu's decision not to move forward with the 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' sequel, which sources say Disney…

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Pragmata Final Preview - More Than A Throwback Shooter

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-03-17

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Although Pragmata's gameplay continues to be solid, its characterization looks to be surprisingly nuanced too.

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Although Pragmata's gameplay continues to be solid, its characterization looks to be surprisingly nuanced too.

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Pragmata Hands-On Preview: More Than A Throwback Shooter

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-03-17

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There's an iconic moment in Terminator 2: Judgement Day that, very unexpectedly, I was reminded of while playing Pragmata. In it, the T-800 attempts to mimic a human being's smile. It's a disarming scene that humanizes a character who has otherwise been depicted as a highly efficient and cold killing machine.The same…

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There's an iconic moment in Terminator 2: Judgement Day that, very unexpectedly, I was reminded of while playing Pragmata. In it, the T-800…

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21 Savage, Central Cee and Rema lead new additions for Rock In Rio Lisbon 2026 line-up

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-03-17

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The festival has revealed the acts for "the biggest rap-focused day in the history of the Lisbon edition" The post 21 Savage, Central Cee and Rema lead new additions for Rock In Rio Lisbon 2026 line-up appeared first on NME.

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The festival has revealed the acts for "the biggest rap-focused day in the history of the Lisbon edition" The post 21 Savage, Central Cee…

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Marathon Now Gives You A Chance For Success Even When You're Down

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-03-17

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Marathon developer Bungie recently announced that a duos mode test-run is going live later this week, but that's not all--a new patch has just gone live, implementing a number of balance changes and bug fixes, including one that gives Runners a chance to successfully exfiltrate, even if they're down."Players can now…

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Marathon developer Bungie recently announced that a duos mode test-run is going live later this week, but that's not all--a new patch has…

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After Waves Of Complaints, Limited Run Games Is Planning Big Changes

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-03-17

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The last couple of years have seen retro games publisher Limited Run Games come under fire, with the company being accused of cutting corners and releasing products that could potentially harm vintage hardware. Facing mounting criticism from retro enthusiasts, Limited Run Games has announced that sweeping changes are…

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The last couple of years have seen retro games publisher Limited Run Games come under fire, with the company being accused of cutting…

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Primus’ Les Claypool on being rejected by Metallica

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-03-17

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“I didn’t know how popular they were” The post Primus’ Les Claypool on being rejected by Metallica appeared first on NME.

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“I didn’t know how popular they were” The post Primus’ Les Claypool on being rejected by Metallica appeared first on NME.

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A PlayStation Portal update is adding a 1080p High Quality mode

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-17

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Sony is rolling out a firmware update for its PlayStation Portal handheld that introduces a new quality option for both Remote Play and Cloud Streaming. Choosing the 1080p High Quality mode means that you’ll be able to stream games at a higher bitrate compared with the 1080p Standard option. You can switch to…

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Sony is rolling out a firmware update for its PlayStation Portal handheld that introduces a new quality option for both Remote Play and…

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St. Vincent announces ‘Live In London!’ Royal Albert Hall BBC Proms album

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-03-17

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She has also expanded her North American orchestral tour for this year The post St. Vincent announces ‘Live In London!’ Royal Albert Hall BBC Proms album appeared first on NME.

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She has also expanded her North American orchestral tour for this year The post St. Vincent announces ‘Live In London!’ Royal…

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‘Life Is Strange’ unveils full ‘Reunion’ soundtrack with Holly Humberstone, Foals and more

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-03-17

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The conclusion of Max and Chloe’s story will feature new music and old favourites The post ‘Life Is Strange’ unveils full ‘Reunion’ soundtrack with Holly Humberstone, Foals and more appeared first on NME.

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The conclusion of Max and Chloe’s story will feature new music and old favourites The post ‘Life Is Strange’ unveils full ‘Reunion’…

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How ‘Life Is Strange’s main character became its charming indie rock soundtrack

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-03-17

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Music bosses Ben Sumner and Glenn Herweijer on the best music project in gaming The post How ‘Life Is Strange’s main character became its charming indie rock soundtrack appeared first on NME.

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Music bosses Ben Sumner and Glenn Herweijer on the best music project in gaming The post How ‘Life Is Strange’s main character became its…

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Apple and Nike team up for a new Powerbeats Pro 2 colorway

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-17

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Apple and Nike are at it again. But this time, their collaboration doesn't involve Apple Watch bands or a shoe-tracking iPod. Instead, the companies are launching a new color option for Beats' fitness-focused earphones. Meet the Powerbeats Pro 2 - Nike Special Edition."This isn't just a new colorway," Beats…

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Apple and Nike are at it again. But this time, their collaboration doesn't involve Apple Watch bands or a shoe-tracking iPod. Instead, the…

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Oppo’s Find N6 might be the foldable of your dreams

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-17

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Oppo is back with another high-spec foldable phone you may never see outside a tech journalist's hands. The Find N6 is its new, sub-9mm device that is headed to Asian markets and, for now, not many other places. That means no US or European availability. So why write about it? With its build quality, hardware specs…

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Oppo is back with another high-spec foldable phone you may never see outside a tech journalist's hands. The Find N6 is its new, sub-9mm…

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Dell XPS 16 (2026) review: Return of the king

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-17

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Last year, Dell came this close to abdicating its throne as the maker of the best premium Windows laptops when it announced it was killing off the XPS brand. Thankfully, the company regained its wits, admitted its mistake and doubled down on its flagship notebook line by revealing a full redesign for 2026 with super…

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Last year, Dell came this close to abdicating its throne as the maker of the best premium Windows laptops when it announced it was killing…

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Aqara's Matter-compatible camera promises easier smart home integration

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-17

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Smart home company Aqara has launched what it says is the first camera certified for Matter, the open source standard that enables interoperability across brands, like Google and Amazon. The Aqara G350 is an indoor security cam that also functions as a Zigbee and Matter hub in the Aqara Home app, which means the…

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Smart home company Aqara has launched what it says is the first camera certified for Matter, the open source standard that enables…

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How to make your smartphone last longer

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-17

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Replacing a smartphone every two years is partially why billions of phones go into landfills each year. If stacked flat atop one another, that many handsets would reach farther than the ISS. But we’ve become accustomed to that 24-month time frame because wireless carriers often push an upgrade on biennial contracts,…

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Replacing a smartphone every two years is partially why billions of phones go into landfills each year. If stacked flat atop one another,…

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Marshall adds a junior-sized party speaker to its lineup

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-17

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Marshall is launching a smaller companion for its highly rated Bromley 750 party speaker. The new Bromley 450 retains the larger model’s guitar-amp motif but comes in a petite, less expensive package.The Bromley 450 carries over its larger sibling’s 360-degree audio trickery. Like equivalents from other companies,…

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Marshall is launching a smaller companion for its highly rated Bromley 750 party speaker. The new Bromley 450 retains the larger model’s…

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Senators tell ByteDance to shut down Seedance 2.0 AI video app 'immediately'

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-17

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After ByteDance suspended the global rollout of its new Seedance 2.0 AI video generator on the weekend, US senators have now told the company to "immediately shut down" the app. "Seedance 2.0 poses a direct threat to the American intellectual property system and, more broadly, to the constitutional rights and economic…

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After ByteDance suspended the global rollout of its new Seedance 2.0 AI video generator on the weekend, US senators have now told the…

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The Morning After: Apple's surprise AirPods Max refresh

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-17

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You may have a little Apple fatigue after last week's barrage of Macs, iPhones and iPads. The company wasn't done, however. Surprise! Here is an updated pair of AirPods Max. It's a predictable surprise, perhaps, but one I wasn't expecting after so many other new devices. It's also the first true update. The AirPods…

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You may have a little Apple fatigue after last week's barrage of Macs, iPhones and iPads. The company wasn't done, however. Surprise! Here…

Poh Si Teng Talks Emptying Her Bank Account to Direct ‘American Doctor’: “A Year Into the Gaza Genocide, I Didn’t Have Any More Words”

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-03-17

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The filmmaker spoke during a morning session at the Copenhagen documentary festival's CPH:Conference about moving from producing to directing and her hopes for the project.

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The filmmaker spoke during a morning session at the Copenhagen documentary festival's CPH:Conference about moving from producing to…

How Mexican Rodeo Film ‘Jaripeo’ Visualizes the “Queer Subconscious” and “Hidden Desire”

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-03-17

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During a Q&A at CPH:DOX in Copenhagen, co-directors Efraín Mojica and Rebecca Zweig discussed the use of Super 8 footage and stylized, almost music video-ish, sequences.

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During a Q&A at CPH:DOX in Copenhagen, co-directors Efraín Mojica and Rebecca Zweig discussed the use of Super 8 footage and stylized,…

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Denon's DP-500BT turntable combines premium design with Bluetooth streaming for $899

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-17

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Denon is addressing an omission in its current turntable lineup: Bluetooth streaming. With the new DP-500BT, the company combines refined design, analog sound and high-resolution wireless connectivity. With its semi-automatic operation and switchable phono preamp, this model has the features to suit beginners and…

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Denon is addressing an omission in its current turntable lineup: Bluetooth streaming. With the new DP-500BT, the company combines refined…

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Boox's new Go E Ink tablet includes a 10-inch display and runs Android 15

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-17

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There are many E Ink tablets out there, but most of them are basically digital notebooks. They are great for reading and handwriting notes, but not so great for doing all of that regular tablet stuff like checking emails and doomscrolling. Boox, however, has released a number of E Ink tablets that can access the…

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There are many E Ink tablets out there, but most of them are basically digital notebooks. They are great for reading and handwriting notes,…

Patrick Dempsey Explains His Darker TV Return With ‘Memory of a Killer’: “I Don’t Get This Type of Character Offered Often”

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-03-17

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The star and executive producer dives into his role as a contracted killer battling early onset Alzheimer’s in the Fox psychological thriller series, while also paying tribute to his late 'Grey's Anatomy' co-star Eric Dane, who died Feb. 19 after battling ALS, and sharing why he has made peace with being forever known…

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The star and executive producer dives into his role as a contracted killer battling early onset Alzheimer’s in the Fox psychological…

NWSL Season 2026: Where to Watch Women’s Soccer Online

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-03-17

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A new season of the National Women's Soccer League is here — check out the best ways to livestream matches online for free.

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A new season of the National Women's Soccer League is here — check out the best ways to livestream matches online for free.

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Android tablets and foldables are getting a Chrome bookmark bar

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

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Sometimes, it's the little details in a software update that make the biggest improvements. Google is rolling out a new feature for Chrome that will add a bookmark bar to the browser on Android foldables and tablets. Spotted by 9to5Google, this move will make the browsing experience on larger mobile devices more akin…

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Sometimes, it's the little details in a software update that make the biggest improvements. Google is rolling out a new feature for Chrome…

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NVIDIA and Bolt team up for European robotaxis

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

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At GTC 2026, NVIDIA and Bolt announced what they hope will be a symbiotic partnership. Bolt gets NVIDIA technology that would be costly and impractical to build on its own. Meanwhile, NVIDIA not only gains a major customer but also access to the European rideshare company’s driving data.Bolt says its fleet data will…

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At GTC 2026, NVIDIA and Bolt announced what they hope will be a symbiotic partnership. Bolt gets NVIDIA technology that would be costly and…

All the Pop Queens Are in the Studio Right Now

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

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Olivia Rodrigo, Clairo, and Dua Lipa have shared pictures from the studio in the past few weeks, indicating new music is on the way

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Olivia Rodrigo, Clairo, and Dua Lipa have shared pictures from the studio in the past few weeks, indicating new music is on the way

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‘Sekiro: No Defeat’ Anime Trailer Revealed; Director Addresses Fans’ Concerns About Adapting Video Game Into Crunchyroll Series (EXCLUSIVE)

Other variety.com · 2026-03-16

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Crunchyroll dropped the trailer for its upcoming “Sekiro” anime adaptation Monday ahead of the show’s panel at the SXSW Festival in Austin. Based on FromSoftware’s critically acclaimed 2019 action-adventure game “Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice,” which follows shinobi warrior Wolf on his quest…

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Crunchyroll dropped the trailer for its upcoming “Sekiro” anime adaptation Monday ahead of the show’s panel at the SXSW…

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Sony's enhanced PSSR upscaling arrives on PS5 Pro today

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

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Sony's upgraded PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) tech is rolling out as part of the PlayStation 5 Pro system update that's available today. The company had teased last month that this update was in the works. These improvements should be a better reflection of why you might pay a premium price for the more…

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Sony's upgraded PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) tech is rolling out as part of the PlayStation 5 Pro system update that's…

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xAI is being sued by teens who say Grok created CSAM using their photos

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

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xAI, which is already facing multiple investigations around the world over widespread reports that Grok repeatedly created sexualized images of children, is now facing a class action lawsuit. Three teenagers, who allege that photos of them were used by Grok to generate child exploitation material, have filed a class…

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xAI, which is already facing multiple investigations around the world over widespread reports that Grok repeatedly created sexualized…

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NVIDIA claims DLSS 5 will deliver 'photoreal' image quality with AI this fall

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

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Just months after announcing DLSS 4.5 at CES, NVIDIA has unveiled its next major upscaling technology, DLSS 5. The company is doubling-down on AI for this next iteration, claiming DLSS 5 “infuses pixels with photoreal lighting and materials” using a real-time neural rendering model when it arrives this fall. So what…

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Just months after announcing DLSS 4.5 at CES, NVIDIA has unveiled its next major upscaling technology, DLSS 5. The company is doubling-down…

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Judge rules that Krafton must rehire fired Subnautica director

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

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A judge has ruled that publisher Krafton must reinstate Ted Gill as CEO of Unknown Worlds Entertainment, according to a report by Bloomberg. The company fired Gill and two other co-founders last year as part of a shakeup involving the long-anticipated sequel Subnautica 2. The Delaware judge said Krafton had violated…

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A judge has ruled that publisher Krafton must reinstate Ted Gill as CEO of Unknown Worlds Entertainment, according to a report by…

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Samsung ends Galaxy Z TriFold sales three months after launch

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

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Samsung will reportedly end Galaxy Z TriFold sales in South Korea on March 17, three months after the device went on sale, according to South Korean newspaper Dong-A Ilbo. Samsung has not yet confirmed the report, but Engadget has reached out for comment. In the US, where the TriFold arrived in January, the phone will…

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Samsung will reportedly end Galaxy Z TriFold sales in South Korea on March 17, three months after the device went on sale, according to…

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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…

Taylor Swift Helps U.S. Vinyl Sales Surpass $1 Billion for First Time Since 1983

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

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According to the RIAA’s year-end report, vinyl sales, in units, increased from 43.4 million in 2024 to 46.8 million in 2025

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According to the RIAA’s year-end report, vinyl sales, in units, increased from 43.4 million in 2024 to 46.8 million in 2025

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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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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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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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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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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,…

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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…

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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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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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

Summary

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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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…

Why it matters

“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…

Why it matters

“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…