Hasbro, the company behind brands like Peppa Pig and Transformers, experienced a cyber-attack that affected its network. The attack led to some website issues and could delay product deliveries. Hasbro has taken actions to protect its systems and continue operations.
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Hasbro owns popular brands such as Peppa Pig, Transformers, and Monopoly.
The company reported unauthorized access to its network.
Website errors appeared as a result of the attack.
The breach was discovered on March 28.
It's unclear if the attackers are still present or if customer data is compromised.
Hasbro stated it has taken measures to protect systems and continue shipping orders, although delays may occur.
Other brands owned by Hasbro include Play-Doh, Power Rangers, Nerf, and Dungeons & Dragons.
Hasbro has been in business for 103 years.
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Palantir's UK leader, Louis Mosley, stated that militaries are responsible for how AI is used in warfare. The company’s AI platform, Maven Smart System, aids military targeting decisions but leaves final decisions to human personnel. Experts are concerned that this technology could lead to errors without proper oversight.
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Palantir's AI system, Maven, helps the military make targeting decisions during wartime.
The system combines various sources of data, like satellite images, to recommend targets.
Palantir’s UK head, Mosley, emphasized that a human always makes the final decision.
There is concern that the use of AI speeds up decision-making but may reduce verification time.
The Pentagon plans to phase out certain AI systems that power Maven over ethical concerns.
The U.S. has reportedly used Maven in over 11,000 strikes against Iran since February.
Experts worry that rapid AI-driven decisions could mistakenly target civilians.
Palantir insists that military organizations decide on policy and decision-making use of AI.
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The U.S. has introduced a new, low-cost attack drone called LUCAS, modeled after Iran's Shahed drones. These drones have been deployed in combat for the first time by U.S. forces, offering a cheaper alternative to traditional missiles in military operations.
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The U.S. Central Command has used a new drone called LUCAS in combat.
LUCAS is a cheaper alternative to precision missiles and costs around $35,000.
The drone has a range of about 650 kilometers (400 miles).
LUCAS carries up to 18 kilograms of explosives, detonating on impact.
This drone mirrors the design of Iran's Shahed-136 drones.
The U.S. introduces LUCAS as part of a new task force, Scorpion Strike, focusing on unmanned systems.
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A study from Harvard Medical School shows that meditation can change brain activity in just two to three minutes, even for beginners. The research used special brain scans to observe changes in brain waves, highlighting benefits such as reduced stress and increased focus.
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Meditation can alter brain activity in just two to three minutes.
The study was conducted by scientists from Harvard Medical School.
Researchers used high-density electroencephalography (HD-EEG) to track brainwaves.
Participants included beginners, novices, and advanced meditators.
Brain changes during meditation included shifts in theta and alpha waves, which were linked to relaxation.
Positive effects peaked at seven minutes into the meditation session.
Meditation from the Isha Yoga tradition, focusing on breath, was used in the study.
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A job applicant shared that a manager used a chatbot, ChatGPT, to decide if their haircut met health-code rules. The manager sent the applicant's photo to the AI, which judged the haircut unacceptable for food handling. The applicant’s request to wear a hairnet was denied by the restaurant, leading to their application being rejected.
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A manager used ChatGPT to check if an applicant's haircut followed health-code rules.
Screenshots showed the manager asked for a photo to send to the AI.
The AI said the applicant's hair was not properly restrained for food handling.
The restaurant's policy does not allow hairnets, leading to the application being declined.
The situation sparked online criticism about relying on AI for such decisions.
Commenters suggested that companies should have policies for AI use.
The applicant shared frustration over the AI evaluation without their consent.
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NASA is preparing for the Artemis II mission, which aims to send astronauts around the Moon, marking the first time since the Apollo missions. The mission involves a rocket at the Kennedy Space Center, which will carry three American astronauts and one Canadian astronaut. It is a key step toward future lunar exploration, including plans for a Moon landing with Artemis IV in 2028.
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Artemis II will send astronauts around the Moon for the first time since the Apollo era.
The mission involves a 322-foot-tall rocket at Kennedy Space Center in Florida.
The crew consists of three Americans and one Canadian.
Victor Glover and Christina Koch will be the first person of color and the first woman beyond low Earth orbit, respectively.
Jeremy Hansen from Canada will be the first non-American to go beyond low Earth orbit.
The launch window opens at 6:24 p.m. ET on Wednesday, with a backup opportunity on Thursday.
The mission will use NASA's Space Launch System (SLS) rocket and Orion spacecraft.
NASA targets a Moon landing for Artemis IV in 2028 after testing lunar landers with Artemis III.
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NASA is preparing to launch the Artemis II mission, which will send four astronauts around the moon. They began fueling the Space Launch System rocket at Cape Canaveral, aiming for an evening launch.
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NASA is launching a lunar mission called Artemis II.
The mission involves four astronauts orbiting the moon.
Fueling of the rocket began at Cape Canaveral, Florida.
The Space Launch System rocket requires more than 700,000 gallons of fuel.
The launch is scheduled for the evening, with live coverage starting at 12:50 p.m. EDT.
A previous countdown test was delayed due to hydrogen fuel leaks.
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Hulu is adding over 40 new titles in April 2026. Notable additions include popular movies and new series like "The Devil Wears Prada," "Malcolm in the Middle: Life's Still Unfair," and the entire "The Hunger Games" movie series.
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Hulu will add more than 40 new titles starting April 1, 2026.
"The Devil Wears Prada" and its sequel will be available on the platform.
"Malcolm in the Middle: Life's Still Unfair" debuts as a new series on April 10.
All five "The Hunger Games" movies will be added on April 14.
"The Testaments," a new series, will premiere its first three episodes on April 8.
Other popular movies being added include "Shrek," "21 Jump Street," and "Napoleon Dynamite."
Shows like "MasterChef" and "Forged in Fire" will also return with new seasons during the month.
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Starting today, major changes to the H-1B visa process will affect how applications are filed and chosen. The new system focuses on wages, giving priority to higher-paying jobs, and requires employers to detail job requirements when applying.
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Immigration authorities changed the H-1B visa process to focus more on wages.
Employers must use a new Form I-129 for H-1B applications, or the application will be rejected.
The new system involves a wage-weighted lottery, where higher-paying jobs have better chances.
Employers need to specify job-related wage details, like education and experience, on the application.
Wage levels for jobs are based on the job requirements, not the person applying.
Most H-1B jobs fall into Job Zone 4, which includes positions like software developers and engineers.
All documents in the application process must now be consistent in detailing the job role.
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Prime Video will release various new shows and movies in April 2026, including the debut of season 1 of "Nippon Sangoku" and season 5 of "The Boys," which concludes the series. New films and series, like "BALLS UP" and "American Gladiators," will also appear on the streaming service throughout the month.
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"Nippon Sangoku: The Three Nations of the Crimson Sun" (Season 1) starts on April 5.
"The Boys" (Season 5), the final season, arrives on April 8.
"BALLS UP," a new comedy film starring Mark Wahlberg, releases on April 15.
"Absolute Value of Romance" and "American Gladiators" debut on April 17.
The animated series "Kevin" premieres on April 20.
April 24 sees new seasons of "Cangaço Novo" and "Naughty Business."
"The House of the Spirits" (Season 1) joins on April 29.
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Researchers at Rutgers University have developed a new security system called VitalID, which uses skull vibrations from breathing and heartbeats to log users into virtual and augmented reality (XR) platforms. This technology eliminates the need for traditional passwords, offering a more secure and effortless way to access sensitive data in extended reality environments.
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VitalID uses skull vibrations for user authentication instead of passwords.
It was developed by researchers at Rutgers University.
The vibrations come from vital signs such as breathing and heartbeats.
The system works on XR devices, like virtual and augmented reality headsets.
Tests showed over 95% accuracy in recognizing authorized users.
It also had a nearly 98% success rate in blocking unauthorized users.
The technology needs no extra hardware, making it easy to use.
This security system could be used in fields like finance, medicine, and education.
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Claude Code, an AI tool from Anthropic that helps people write computer code, is facing issues with users reaching their usage limits faster than expected. Users buy tokens to use the service, but the token usage for tasks isn't always clear. Anthropic is working to fix this issue, which has caused confusion and disruption for some users.
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Claude Code is an AI tool used for helping write computer code.
Users are experiencing faster-than-expected usage of their token limits.
Tokens are like credits that users purchase to access the service.
Anthropic announced on Reddit that fixing this usage issue is their top priority.
Users on Reddit highlighted disparities in usage between free and paid accounts.
Peak-hour throttling was introduced, leading to quicker token consumption during high demand.
An accidental release of part of Claude Code's source code occurred but didn't expose sensitive data.
Anthropic is in a legal dispute with the US government about the use of its tools by the Department of Defense.
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The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, a sequel to the 2023 Super Mario Brothers Movie, is now in theaters. While some critics appreciate its creativity, others find it lacks impact compared to the first film. The movie follows Mario and Luigi on a space adventure with new characters.
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The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is a sequel to the 2023 Super Mario Brothers Movie.
It features characters like Mario, Luigi, Bowser, Yoshi, and Rosalina.
The movie's story continues from the first film, with Bowser escaping from being imprisoned.
Some critics feel the film is imaginative and fast-paced, while others think it is less impressive than the first movie.
Rotten Tomatoes rated the first Mario movie 59% based on 288 reviews.
The soundtrack in the Galaxy movie allows composer Brian Tyler's music to be more prominent.
Nintendo plans to release a film based on the Legend of Zelda next year.
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A malfunction in Baidu's Apollo Go robotaxi service caused over a hundred driverless cars to stop in the middle of Wuhan. This incident reignited discussions about the safety of driverless cars, though no injuries were reported. Baidu is still investigating the cause.
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Over a hundred self-driving robotaxis stopped mid-traffic in Wuhan, China.
The stoppage was due to a system malfunction, according to local police.
Videos on social media showed the halted cars and a related highway collision, but no injuries occurred.
The issue is under investigation, and Baidu has not commented yet.
Apollo Go, Baidu's robotaxi service, operates in many cities worldwide, mostly in China.
Uber and Lyft plan to test Baidu's Apollo Go cars in the UK, pending approval.
This incident adds to past technical challenges faced by self-driving taxis, including outages and accidents.
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Students in China are using smart glasses to cheat on tests by scanning and searching for answers online. The smart glasses, powered by AI, can display answers directly on the lens in real-time, making it hard for teachers to detect the cheating. This growing use of smart glasses raises concerns about students' learning and tech dependence.
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Students use smart glasses to cheat by scanning and searching for answers online.
Smart glasses can display answers directly on the lens in real-time.
Popular models include AI-enabled glasses from companies like Ray-Ban and Rokid.
These glasses are part of a multibillion-dollar industry.
Common issues with the technology include short battery life and discomfort.
The use of these glasses for cheating is raising concerns about the overall learning experience for students.
Cheating with AI glasses means students might graduate without actually acquiring knowledge.
Major tech companies continue to invest in improving smart glasses technology.
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The article discusses the rapid rise of artificial intelligence (AI) in the U.S., with a significant increase in adoption by large firms and individuals. It highlights concerns over AI's impact on jobs, suggesting that current tax policies favor automation over human labor, which may lead to more job displacement. The authors propose adjusting tax structures to encourage using AI alongside human workers rather than replacing them.
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As of December 2025, 32% of large U.S. firms use AI in key workflows.
Private use of AI in the U.S. reached 48.7% in late 2025, a 35% growth from before.
AI adoption is linked to reports of job layoffs and economic disruption.
A study found 93% of jobs are exposed to some AI-related automation.
The article suggests current tax policies favor automation, which could lead to more job displacement.
Adjusting tax policies could make it more appealing to use AI to support, rather than replace, human jobs.
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Oracle informed thousands of employees via email that their jobs were terminated immediately as part of a larger company restructuring. These layoffs are considered one of the biggest in Oracle's history, affecting up to 10,000 workers.
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Oracle sent early morning emails to staff notifying them of job cuts.
The layoffs are part of a wider organizational change at Oracle.
The email stated that the affected employees' last working day was the day they received the email.
Approximately 10,000 employees are reportedly affected by these layoffs.
Affected roles include engineers, architects, and operations leaders, indicating a wide impact on skilled positions.
Oracle thanked the departing employees for their service and provided information about severance packages.
The company's Senior Operations Manager remarked on the high quality of the talent now available in the job market.
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NASA is getting ready to launch Artemis II, a mission that will take four astronauts around the moon and back. This mission marks the first crewed lunar trip since 1972 and is a key step in NASA's larger plan to return humans to the moon and eventually send them to Mars. The launch is planned for Wednesday, with a favorable weather forecast, and a backup window continues until early April.
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Artemis II will send four astronauts on a lunar flyby, meaning they will circle the moon and come back without landing.
The launch is set for Wednesday from Kennedy Space Center in Florida, with a high chance of good weather.
NASA had to delay Artemis II twice due to technical problems, including a hydrogen leak and a helium flow issue.
The Artemis program aims to return humans to the moon, establish a base there, and eventually enable missions to Mars.
Artemis I was an uncrewed mission that tested the same spacecraft, Orion, which will be used in Artemis II.
Artemis II will be the first human space mission beyond low Earth orbit since 1972.
The mission will test critical systems needed for future missions deeper into space.
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A survey by Lean In shows that women are less likely than men to use AI at work and receive less recognition when they do. This difference could widen existing pay and promotion gaps between genders, according to Sheryl Sandberg. The survey suggests that biases in recognizing efforts are present in new technology fields like AI.
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A Lean In survey found that 78% of men used AI at work, compared to 73% of women.
27% of men received praise for using AI, while only 18% of women did.
37% of men were encouraged by managers to use AI, compared to 30% of women.
The results reflect broader workplace biases where men often receive more recognition.
Sheryl Sandberg notes that this pattern, if unaddressed, could worsen gender pay and promotion gaps.
Prior studies also show women using AI or working in tech often receive less positive feedback.
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Apple is testing a new iPhone update, iOS 26.5, which includes system improvements and bug fixes. The update may introduce ads in Apple Maps, allowing businesses to pay for better search result positions, although ads are not visible yet. Users have expressed negative reactions to the potential changes.
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Apple released the iOS 26.5 beta to developers, focusing on system improvements.
The update might add search ads in Apple Maps, letting businesses have sponsored placements.
Ads would be marked to ensure users know they are advertisements.
Apple Maps is a widely used navigation tool on iPhones.
The 26.5 update is still being tested, and features could change before public release.
Apple has not confirmed when or if ads will officially appear in Apple Maps.
Users have criticized the potential addition of ads in Apple Maps.
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