India’s youth reacts to a Supreme Court judge’s ‘parasite’ comment by forming a satirical ‘Cockroach Janta Party,’ leading to a website takedown and widespread protests.
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Tim Dowling: the band shuns my new jokes. But telling the old ones proves even riskier
Comedian Tim Dowling reports his band refuses to accept his new jokes, preferring his tried-and-true stories, leading to tension and audience reactions.
Spanish Court Declines to Fine NordVPN over LaLiga Piracy Blocking Order
A Spanish court declined to impose fines on NordVPN for non-compliance with LaLiga’s piracy blocking order, citing technical disputes and overblocking concerns.
Roku is offering up to 90% off streaming subscriptions, but you only have until Sunday
Roku has launched a limited-time promotion called Streaming Day, offering up to 90% discounts on select streaming channels for new US subscribers, ending May 24.
First-generation Chromecast users stressed by devices suddenly failing
Many first-generation Chromecast users experienced sudden casting failures this week, but Google reports the issue has been fixed. Support changes also impact older models.
The Ahmadinejad Option
Reports suggest the US and Israel considered backing Ahmadinejad in a coup during Iran’s recent conflict, but his disillusionment complicates this plan.
US scrambles to stop Internet users re-creating dead pilots’ voices
The US NTSB has suspended access to its accident investigation database after individuals used AI to reconstruct cockpit voices from crash data, raising privacy concerns.
Google appeals search monopoly ruling, says it won business ‘fair and square’
Google has officially appealed a federal court decision ruling it a search monopolist, asserting it won business fairly and plans to contest the remedies imposed.
John Travolta Pulled Off a Beret. Could You?
John Travolta recently pulled off a beret in a public appearance. Experts analyze whether this style move is achievable for the average person.
Myanmar’s political transition needs press freedom benchmarks, says CPJ
The Committee to Protect Journalists calls for press freedom as a key measure in Myanmar’s ongoing political transition, emphasizing its importance for democracy.