Console exclusives might be making a comeback
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The near future of game consoles could look a lot like the past. Once a hallmark of the industry, over the last few years console-exclusive games have steadily become rare, as the likes of Sony and Microsoft experimented with offering titles on multiple platf…
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PlayStation is reportedly moving away from PC ports
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It sounds like PlayStation is putting its focus back on console exclusives. According to a report in Bloomberg, Sony's gaming division is moving away from porting PS5 games to PC, which reportedly includes cancelling plans for a PC port of Ghost of Yōtei. It'…
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Marathon is in a sprint
The Verge
Marathon is weird as hell - and I mean that in the best possible way. The latest game from Destiny studio Bungie mixes the slick gunplay the developer is known for with a dark, and frankly bizarre, sci-fi universe. It's part of the burgeoning "extraction shoo…
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Live-service games are such a mess even Fortnite is struggling
The Verge
For years, major game publishers and developers have been chasing a particular north star: Fortnite. With its internet-shaking live events and copious celebrity cameos, Epic's battle royale shooter became the epitome of what a live-service game could be, one …
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Nintendo is weathering the storm
The Verge
Things aren't going so well in the video game industry. Consoles are getting more expensive, games are shutting down, layoffs are prevalent, the live-service space is a mess, major platforms are entering eras of uncertainty, and AI is infiltrating the medium …
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Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 leads Bafta Games Awards nominations
BBC News
The French-made role-playing game picks up 12 nominations at the ceremony celebrating video games.
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Journalists at Australia's national broadcaster to strike over pay and possible use of AI
BBC News
Staff at the Australian Broadcasting Corporation will strike for the first time in 20 years.
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Nvidia’s DLSS 5 is like motion smoothing for video games, but worse
The Verge
Yesterday Nvidia revealed its latest upscaling tech called DLSS 5, which it described as "the company's most significant breakthrough in computer graphics since the debut of real-time ray tracing in 2018." Sounds good, until you actually see it. According to …
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Starfield is coming to the PS5 and getting a pair of major updates in April
The Verge
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 Bethe…
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A Scavengers Reign artist explores contemplative sci-fi in new comics
The Verge
You may recognize Jonathan Djob Nkondo's work from animated projects like the surreal sci-fi series Scavengers Reign or the recent Gorillaz short film The Mountain, The Moon Cave and The Sad God. But before that the French artist and animator made self-publis…
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Xbox’s latest games showcase had Hades 2, The Expanse, and Bluey
The Verge
It's a weird time for Xbox, with a big leadership shakeup that has many wondering what the future of the platform looks like, and what exactly it stands for. In the meantime, though, Microsoft is forging ahead with announcements, and it just wrapped up its la…
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A bite-sized adventure that puts a wrench into the classic Zelda formula
The Verge
There are a lot of games that try to emulate The Legend of Zelda, but few that manage to capture that spirit in such a small, concise package as Ratcheteer DX. The postapocalyptic game only takes a few hours to complete, but over that span it nails the classi…
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Weird Nintendo never went away
The Verge
Nintendo has been playing it safe of late, whether it's the conservative nature of its Switch successor or the squeaky-clean image presented in its museum. As the company has expanded its ambitions, it's done so while largely trying to avoid risk, which can s…
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A classic Zelda-style adventure, but a lot more cozy
The Verge
The Legend of Zelda games are grand adventures, but they can also be very comforting, with quaint villages to explore and warm landscapes to take in. Under The Island takes that idea a step further. It still offers the sense of exploration and puzzle-solving …
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Live-service games are a mess
The Verge
This is The Stepback, a weekly newsletter breaking down one essential story from the tech world. For more on the slow-motion disaster of live-service games, follow Andrew Webster. The Stepback arrives in our subscribers' inboxes at 8AM ET. Opt in for The Step…
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Look at This Treasure Trove of Unseen Photos From the Filming of ‘Return of the Jedi’
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Behind-the-scenes 'Star Wars' photos taken by visual effects artist Stuart Ziff are going up for auction at Propstore.
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Why Project Hail Mary’s creators were ‘scared’ about making the sci-fi adaptation
The Verge
Project Hail Mary is a natural follow-up to The Martian. Both movies are based on sci-fi novels by Andy Weir, and both have bankable stars in the lead role (Matt Damon for The Martian, Ryan Gosling for Project Hail Mary) and accomplished directors at the helm…
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This Compact Bose Soundbar Is $80 Off
Wired
Bose might be known for its noise-canceling headphones, but the brand's soundbars are pretty solid too.
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Netflix is raising prices again
The Verge
Netflix's prices just went up, with its cheapest, ad-supported tier now reaching $8.99 / month, up from $7.99 / month, according to an updated support page spotted earlier by Android Authority. The standard and premium plans are also getting a hike, going fro…
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Amazon Prime Video’s ad-free plan is getting a price hike
The Verge
Amazon Prime Video is raising the price of its ad-free plan in the US and adding several new features. Starting April 10th, Prime Video's ad-free tier will cost $4.99 per month instead of $2.99, and include "exclusive" access to 4K/UHD streaming. The price in…
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A live-action Samurai Champloo is in the works
The Verge
Though the live-action Cowboy Bebop was a big disappointment, Shinichirō Watanabe is ready to give it another go with one of his other iconic pieces of IP. Variety reports that Watanabe has given his blessing and agreed to work on a new live-action Samurai Ch…
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Spotify adds ‘Exclusive Mode’ audiophile feature for Windows PCs
The Verge
Starting Tuesday, Spotify users will have access to "Exclusive Mode," a new feature in the streaming service's Windows app that can help maximize audio quality by giving the Spotify app full control over your device's audio processing. According to Spotify, "…
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150 million users later, Roblox competitor Rec Room is shutting down
The Verge
Rec Room, a Roblox-like social gaming platform that lets users create games and experiences for others to play, is shutting down on June 1st. Despite reaching more than 150 million players and creators and, at one point, being valued at $3.5 billion, the comp…
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Jason David Frank’s Final Movie Honors His ‘Power Rangers’ Legacy
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Frank's 'Legend of the White Dragon' movie will hit on National Power Rangers Day and has Ranger veterans among its cast.
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Live Nation settles government antitrust suit — that probably doesn’t include a breakup
The Verge
On Monday, Live Nation-Ticketmaster agreed to settle a federal antitrust lawsuit with the Department of Justice. Eight states so far have indicated they plan to join the settlement, a district attorney said in court, and four others remain unclear on their st…
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Kalshi Has Been Temporarily Banned in Nevada
Wired
A judge ordered Kalshi to immediately halt sports and election contracts in the state, intensifying a growing regulatory battle over prediction markets.
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‘She’s Never Going to Age’: Porn Stars Are Embracing AI Clones to Stay Forever Young
Wired
AI companion platforms like OhChat and SinfulX are offering adult creators digital twins, who are always at their peak and stay monetizing.
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Gas Prices Are Soaring. So Is the Demand for Used EVs
Wired
Dealerships say they’re getting busier as the Iran war and the shipping crisis at the Strait of Hormuz drag on.
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Highguard to Go Offline After Rapid Player Drop
CNET
Another live service game bites the dust.
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Seventeen brought their "NEW_" tour to Singapore's National Stadium, and lit that stage up.
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Yamaha launches Creator Pass for music makers and podcasters
The Verge
Yamaha is taking a big leap into subscription services with its new Creator Pass, which bundles a bunch of different services and apps focused on music and podcast production under a single umbrella. Yamaha doesn't actually make much software of its own, so i…
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Sotomayor’s Wabi Sabi is the funnest record of 2026
The Verge
Shout out to subscriber N_Gorski for today's pick. They popped into the comments on last week's recommendation to ask what I thought of the new Sotomayor record. Well, I hadn't actually heard it yet, but now I'm obsessed. The group consists of siblings Raul a…
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EA continues to ‘evolve’ The Sims 4 with new virtual currency and a ‘maker’ program
The Verge
EA is adding some big changes to The Sims 4: Later this month, it's introducing an in-game marketplace where users can buy creator-made items using a new in-game currency called "Moola." The announcements mark another big shift for the game, which went free t…
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Listen to the Live Nation CEO’s alleged threats to a concert venue
The Verge
Was it a threat or a reality check? That's a key question in the government's anti-monopoly case against Live Nation, which is currently in limbo after the Justice Department reached a settlement with the company and as dozens of states push ahead. The Verge …
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Tembo is a playful drum machine that thinks it’s a checkerboard
The Verge
Tembo looks like a toy, but one of those bougie wooden toys you get on Crate & Kids, not some cheap plastic garbage. Despite its appearance, it is a fully functional drum machine and sampler. Rather than a bunch of buttons and a screen, you build beats on Tem…
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The Big 12 basketball tournament is ditching slippery LED courts for hardwood
The Verge
They may be great for fan engagement and selling ads, but the Big 12 has decided to replace the innovative glass-covered LED floors at Kansas City's T-Mobile Center with a traditional hardwood finish. It will be used for the remainder of the tournament during…
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Peacock’s NBA streams are going vertical
The Verge
Peacock is rolling out a native vertical video format for live sports, allowing you to watch games without turning your phone sideways. The feature will roll out to NBA games first this spring and will use an algorithm to track players and zoom in on the acti…
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The messiah rises in Dune: Part Three’s new trailer
The Verge
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…
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Topical Dancer is propulsive, playful, and political
The Verge
Last week's recommendation, Sotomayor's Wabi Sabi, has a very particular vibe that you don't find in a lot of records. One of the few things it called to mind was 2022's Topical Dancer from Charlotte Adigery and Bolis Pupul, which I ended up revisiting this w…
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Nintendo Switch 2 update adds ‘Handheld Boost Mode’ for original Switch games
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Nintendo's latest update for the Switch 2 will upgrade the performance of original Switch games played in handheld mode, as reported earlier by IGN. When you turn on the new Handheld Boost Mode, the Switch 2 will force original Switch games to run as if the c…
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Peacock is adding an AI Andy Cohen to narrate an endless stream of Bravo clips
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When you open your Peacock mobile app this summer, you might see the AI likeness of TV host Andy Cohen pop up on your homepage. In an announcement on Friday, NBCUniversal said Cohen's avatar will serve as a guide through Peacock's "infinitely swipeable" feed …
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Cox Communications not liable for pirated music, Supreme Court rules
The Verge
The Supreme Court has issued its ruling in a lengthy copyright battle between Cox Communications and major record labels, determining that the cable and internet service provider isn't responsible for illegally downloaded music, as reported earlier by the Ass…
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Rosamund Pike Thinks the ‘Doom’ Movie Is So Bad It Nearly Killed Her Career
Gizmodo.com
A lot of video game movies haven't been good, but to Pike, 'Doom' was bad enough to jeopardize her entire acting future.
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Nevada Bans Kalshi for at Least the Next Two Weeks
Gizmodo.com
The ban comes at a time when regulators and lawmakers are on high alert over prediction markets.
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Jessica Jones Is Back in the MCU Because ‘Jessica Jones’ Was So Good
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Krysten Ritter returns as the hero in 'Daredevil: Born Again' season two, which begins on March 24.
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One of the Best Scenes in ‘Project Hail Mary’ Wasn’t in the Script
Gizmodo.com
Sandra Hüller's memorable moment on the mic was a last-minute addition.
VisitLive Nation reaches a settlement with DOJ in the midst of an antitrust trial
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The deal between Live Nation and the Department of Justice was announced on Monday after an antitrust trial opened in Manhattan last week.
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Highguard Shutting Down Less Than 50 Days After Launch
Kotaku
The free-to-play raid shooter will permanently close up on March 12
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Highguard Players Get Surprise Refunds On PS5 As Studio Shuts Its Doors For Good
Kotaku
Wildlight Entertainment appears to be no more
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Why OpenAI killed Sora
The Verge
On Tuesday morning, everything was business as usual at OpenAI. By the end of the day, the company had announced that it would scrap its video-generation app, Sora, and reverse plans for video generation inside ChatGPT; it would wind down a $1 billion Disney …
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Bespoke AI models are the next big thing in filmmaking
The Verge
Though many AI boosters have convinced themselves that the technology can spit out films and television series whole cloth, claims of Hollywood being cooked feel very premature when you see what people are making with the most popular image/video models on th…
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The last T20 World Cup semifinal has arrived. Learn how to watch India vs. England online.
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5 Companies Competing to Replace the International Space Station
Gizmodo.com
Each of these aerospace firms has a unique vision for the future of humanity's presence in low-Earth orbit.
VisitThe publisher behind a $25,000 book trilogy has filed for bankruptcy — and owes Bob Dylan $450,000
Business Insider
Callaway Arts & Entertainment filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. It owes unsecured creditors more than $4 million, including $450,000 to Bob Dylan.
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Live Nation Employees ‘Almost Feel Bad’ for Gouging Their Customers Who Are ‘So Stupid’
Gizmodo.com
In Slack messages presented during the DOJ's antitrust case against the concert ticketing giant, employees gleefully describe how they're fleecing fans.
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Epic Games Laying Off 1,000+ Employees, Swears AI Is Not to Blame
Gizmodo.com
The company behind Fortnite, the Epic Game Store, and the Unreal Engine is also implementing a $500 million cost savings plan.
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Tom Clancy Studio No Longer Making Games As It Lays Off 105 Developers
Kotaku
Its the latest cost-cutting move by Ubisoft following its massive Tencent bailout
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Minecraft World Is A New Theme Park With Its Own Roller Coaster Coming In 2027
Kotaku
The $70 million Minecraft World theme park will feature a world-first Minecraft roller coaster as well as "the game’s most iconic biomes, mobs and items"
VisitHow Netflix thinks AI can help it fight off rivals in the 'most competitive time in the history of media'
Business Insider
Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos said that "faster and cheaper" doesn't matter if AI isn't making films "better."
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Ask Hackaday: Using CoPilot? Are You Entertained?
Hackaday
There’s a great debate these days about what the current crop of AI chatbots should and shouldn’t do for you. We aren’t wise enough to know the answer, but we were interested in h…
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Listen to this: Mabe Fratti’s experimental cello pop
The Verge
The opening notes of "Kravitz", which kicks off Mabe Fratti's 2024 record Sentir Que No Sabes, are lodged in my brain permanently. It's not a showy album, by any means. But there's something about the buzzing of her cello, plucked as you might an upright bass…
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Webtoon is adding AI localization tools to its comics platform
The Verge
Canvas, Webtoon's platform for user-uploaded comics, is about to get a major overhaul that's designed to help creators make more money and share their art with a wider audience. Today, Webtoon announced its plans to roll out a number of new features for Canva…
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Valve’s huge SteamOS 3.8 update adds long-awaited features — and supports Steam Machine
The Verge
Valve has just released SteamOS 3.8.0 in preview, and it's a doozy. Not only is it the first release to support the upcoming Steam Machine living room gaming PC, it comes with long-awaited features for Valve's handhelds and more support for other companies' h…
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Microsoft’s next Xbox, Project Helix, won’t reach alpha until 2027
The Verge
We're here at the 2026 Game Developers Conference, where Microsoft "VP of Next Generation" Jason Ronald is talking about a topic near and dear to many gamers' hearts: the future of Xbox. Ronald says the next Xbox, codenamed Project Helix, will have a custom A…
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Valve says it will fight New York’s loot box lawsuit
The Verge
Valve wants players to know that it plans on fighting New York Attorney General Letitia James' lawsuit, which last month accused the company of promoting "illegal gambling" through its in-game loot boxes. In an email sent to Counter-Strike 2, Dota 2, and Team…
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Meta exec hopes VR teens will stick around
The Verge
This is Lowpass by Janko Roettgers, a newsletter on the ever-evolving intersection of tech and entertainment, syndicated just for The Verge subscribers once a week. "It is a pretty rough time for the game industry." Meta Reality Labs director of games Chris P…
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States’ anti-monopoly case against Live Nation continues Monday
The Verge
The Live Nation-Ticketmaster trial is back on. Dozens of states are expected to move forward with their claims against the company's alleged concert industry monopoly beginning on Monday, following a brief hearing on Friday. The Justice Department and a handf…
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Two of my favorite color e-book readers are the cheapest they’ve been in months
The Verge
Color isn’t essential in an e-reader, but let’s be honest, it’s a nice perk that can bring digital books, magazines, comics, cookbooks, and other publications to life. The catch is that color ebook readers tend to be substantially pricier, which makes today’s…
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AI companies want to harvest improv actors’ skills to train AI on human emotion
The Verge
If you've got strong creative instincts, the ability to authentically portray emotion, and are capable of staying true to a character's voice throughout a scene, there's a job listing calling for your experience. The catch: You won't be performing in a theate…
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Epic and Disney now let Fortnite creators make Star Wars games
The Verge
Epic Games and Disney are making a big announcement as part of their continually deepening relationship. In June, Epic announced that Fortnite creators would "soon" be able to make custom Star Wars-themed games and experiences, and starting Thursday that feat…
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Take-Two Boss Calls The Idea That AI Could Create Something Like GTA 6 ‘Laughable’
Kotaku
Strauss Zelnick does think AI can help speed up some parts of game development, but is skeptical it can do much more than that
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Hulu and Disney Plus for $5? Yes, This Deal Is Real
CNET
It's perfect timing to watch Zootopia 2, Paradise and Bluey episodes.
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Philo Shakes Up Its Plan Offerings With New Essential Tier
CNET
The subscription costs $8 less than Philo Core.
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'Verts on Disney Plus' want you swiping all day to find the next big thing to watch
Android Central
Disney Plus announced "Verts," its solution to driving more user engagement with short-form videos about shows and movies, with more to come.
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Hasbro’s CEO has an AI Peppa Pig help design toys
The Verge
Today, I’m talking with Chris Cocks, CEO of Hasbro. You know, Hasbro — the toy and game company that makes some of the most iconic products in the world, from toy lines like Transformers and My Little Pony to board and tabletop games like Monopoly, Magic: The…
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'The conflict which shows up F1's best and worst sides'
BBC News
The three most successful drivers in Formula 1 sum up the conflict and paradox at the heart of the sport's new look after a Chinese Grand Prix.
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We Met Disney’s Most Advanced Robot Yet: Olaf From ‘Frozen’
Gizmodo.com
The life-size, walking, talking robot will debut in parks later this month, representing huge leaps for Disney.
VisitFrom Madonna photo ops to bankruptcy: the publisher that owes Bob Dylan blames 'predatory' lenders
Business Insider
Book publisher Callaway Arts & Entertainment, which owes money to Bob Dylan, cited a pullback in traditional bank lending for its bankruptcy.
VisitThis company is turning YouTube videos into TV shows as streamers chase Gen Alpha
Business Insider
Pocket.watch, which works with channels like "Ryan's World," is launching 12 creator shows on Disney's Hulu and other platforms.
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The photo mode consultant helping you take better video game screenshots
The Verge
Three children stare at the dilapidated remains of a battlefield, with trees and man-made structures mostly razed to the ground, save for the sturdy frame of a lone trebuchet. It's a pensive snapshot of the bloodshed in A Plague Tale: Innocence by virtual pho…
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Space Marine 2 Messed Up Its Voice Pack DLC So Bad It’s Been Refunded And Made Free
Kotaku
The $5 pack's Steam rating sits on Overwhelmingly Negative three weeks after release
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Feds Sniffing Around Polymarket After Suspicious Bets
Gizmodo.com
Insider trading is a big problem. But how do you protect against it?
VisitTaylor Frankie Paul's 'Bachelorette' season is already mired in controversy. Here's what to know.
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Taylor Frankie Paul, star of "The Bachelorette" and "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives," is the subject of an investigation with ex Dakota Mortensen.
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Here's What's Inside The Gift Bag Given To Oscar Nominees That's So Big, It Comes In Multiple Suitcases
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"There's Just No Way To Mimic That": Pamela Anderson Is In Aerie's Latest AI-Free Ad Campaign
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"It was already disheartening at times to look at fashion magazines and see celebrities and models with retouching."View Entire Post ›
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Anne Hathaway Gave A Candid Behind-The-Scenes Look At Her Oscars Prep, Including Her One Big "Trick"
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"Show them our secret."View Entire Post ›
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"I Don't Feel Like I Have To Walk Around Pretending": Usha Vance Said She Feels "Comfortable" In The MAGA World
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"Everyone knows that I really care greatly about JD's success."View Entire Post ›
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After Sydney Sweeney Said She Was "Honored" To Be Playing Kim Novak In A Biopic, Kim Herself Weighed In — And Yikes
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"She was totally wrong to play me.”View Entire Post ›
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Jay-Z Defended Being A Billionaire Almost 3-Times Over
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"Your morality is not defined by a dollar amount."View Entire Post ›
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After Getting In Yet Another Car Crash, A Source Explained Why Tiger Woods Reportedly Refuses To Get A Driver
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This Friday marked Woods' fourth car crash over the years.View Entire Post ›
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