What makes for a believable texting – or sexting – exchange? And why has this suddenly become so crucial for a character’s credibility? We meet the teams who agonise over writing lines that only appear on screen for seconds In the final episode of Ted Lasso’s second season, Ted sends a text to his ex-wife …
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According to novelist Elif Shafak, the platform insisted she keep her talk snappy because viewers can’t focus for 19 minutes. Now … where was I? Name: Ted Talks Age: Ted started in 1984. Continue reading… According to novelist Elif Shafak, the platform insisted she keep her talk snappy because viewers can’t focus for 19 minutes. …
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A YouTube video feed of eagles Jackie and Shadow and their two children has given me hope the internet isn’t all bad Tell us: how has your sex life changed after 60? The internet is an unpleasant place, full of grim headlines, misinformation and social media content designed to make you feel ugly and unsuccessful. …
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Lifesize interactive pets touring libraries in Blue Mountains are also touted as being able to comfort people living with anxiety or dementia Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast At Springwood library in the Blue Mountains, a librarian appears with a cat carrier in each hand. About 30 children gather around …
Once unshakable, Apple is showing rare signs of strain. Meanwhile, OpenAI bets billions on its next act, and Trump’s crypto fans lose millions Hello, and welcome to TechScape. This week in tech: Apple struggles on multiple fronts, OpenAI grows increasingly ambitious, and Trump helps some of his fans lose money on cryptocurrency. Continue reading… Once …
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European Commission alleges the verification systems are ineffective to prevent under-18s from watching The EU executive has launched an investigation into four pornographic websites over alleged failure to prevent children from seeing adult content. After analysis of company policies, the European Commission accused Pornhub, Stripchat, XNXX and XVideos of failing to have effective age verification …
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Council in Adelaide censors strong language in some of the nearly 1,000 submissions that called for proposal to be struck down Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Elon Musk’s so-called “brand destruction” is in full flight in Adelaide, where residents have voted overwhelmingly to reject plans for a Tesla factory. …
Anyone can buy a tiny spy camera and hide it in a mirror, fake smoke alarm or public toilet. But why would they? As cases of voyeurism against women soar in the UK, victims say it’s too easy for men to get away with it The first time Heidi Marney took a bath in her …
Online safety regulator seeks heavy penalty for Anthony Rotondo, saying it reflects harm caused and will deter others from making explicit deepfakes Australia news live: latest politics updates Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast The online safety regulator wants a $450,000 maximum penalty imposed on a man who posted deepfake …
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The president’s billionaire backer was ever-present at the start of Trump’s term but is now pulling back from politics – and Republicans want to keep it that way The Oval Office was crowded, with reporters cautioned not to collide with the Resolute Desk. Standing beside them, dressed in black, was Elon Musk, billionaire ally of …
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