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Police arrest 20-year-old after a Molotov cocktail was thrown at Sam Altman's $27 million home

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Police arrest 20-year-old after a Molotov cocktail was thrown at Sam Altman's $27 million home

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Officers arrested a 20-year-old man suspected of throwing a Molotov cocktail at OpenAI CEO Sam Altman’s San Francisco home on Friday, and police said threats were made at the company’s headquarters.
OpenAI confirmed the residence belongs to Altman, reported no injuries, and said it is cooperating with law enforcement in the probe.
The incident underscores heightened security concerns around OpenAI’s offices amid threats and protests in recent months.

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YouTube Premium is increasing US prices for the first time since 2023

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YouTube Premium is increasing US prices for the first time since 2023

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YouTube Premium price increases confirmed for 2026 affect new and existing subscribers across all major plans, with updated monthly rates.
Individual YouTube Premium rises to $15.99 per month, with Music at $11.99 and Premium Lite at $8.99 after $1–$2 increases.
Pricing alignment notes that Music and Premium Lite also rise by $1, standardizing the tier increases across the service.

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Amazon Luna Removing Paid Games And Offering No Refunds

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Amazon Luna Removing Paid Games And Offering No Refunds

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Amazon Luna will limit players to games in the Luna library, ending third-party purchases and access outside Luna stores.
Luna will stop supporting third-party storefronts from EA, Ubisoft, and GOG and will cancel active Luna-purchased subscriptions at the end of the billing cycle.
The Verge reports Luna will remove previously purchased games on June 10, 2026, with no refunds for third-party purchases.

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Crimson Desert Dev Confirms Boss Rematches, Hard Difficulty, Enemy Territory Recapture, and a Whole Lot More Is Coming Soon

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Crimson Desert Dev Confirms Boss Rematches, Hard Difficulty, Enemy Territory Recapture, and a Whole Lot More Is Coming Soon

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Officials emphasize that rematches against bosses are part of the ongoing roadmap, offering new challenges post-launch.
The update adds skills for secondary playable characters, broadening playstyle options beyond Kliff and boosting open-world viability.
The update expands private storage to accommodate players juggling items and enhancements, aligning with prior roadmap expectations.

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Online Dating Was Hell. Then I Tried 1 Thing That Turned Out To Be A Total Game Changer.

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Online Dating Was Hell. Then I Tried 1 Thing That Turned Out To Be A Total Game Changer.

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A HuffPost profile highlights Jennie Young's Burned Haystack method, turning personal dating experiments into a grassroots movement.
The group uses a 'block to burn' rule to avoid recycled matches and push for new, better options.
Members report a shift toward more respectful, relationship-minded dates since adopting the method.
The Burned Haystack project integrates experts from psychology, data science, and law to improve dating outcomes.
Founder Jennie Young sees the method as a feminist, practical response to dating app chaos.
Young notes the movement aims to help anyone seeking a partner, regardless of age, gender, or orientation.
Young frames the method as a corrective to the dating app mess with a focus on mindfulness and kindness.
Young’s group grew from a personal project to a global network of women over 40.
The piece highlights humor and sisterhood as core elements of the Burned Haystack community.

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Nevada ranks third in cyber crime reports and losses per capita

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Nevada ranks third in cyber crime reports and losses per capita

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Victims in Nevada lost more than $302 million in 2025, according to the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center.
The state ranks 18th in the nation for total dollar loss but third when adjusted for population — more than $9.2 million lost for every 100,000 Nevadans.
Nevada also ranks third in the country for how often people report being targeted, with around 407 complaints for every 100,000 residents.

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How AI is pushing NFL draft prep to 'a different level'

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How AI is pushing NFL draft prep to 'a different level'

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NFL teams are embracing AI to evaluate draft prospects, supplementing traditional scouting with data-driven insights.
Caleb Downs’ speed is being evaluated with AI to project his NFL measurables after skipping the 40-yard dash at the combine.
Experts say AI can analyze game film through computer vision to provide speed ratings and other metrics.
AI is described as an 'assistant lieutenant' that helps humans be better at evaluating players.
Executives caution that AI is in early stages and must be trained to fit team schemes and coaching needs.
AI data can differentiate players by traits like speed, athleticism, and coverage ability for draft planning.
Executives expect AI insights to grow as NFL video data becomes more available.
Rams general manager Les Snead joked about turning AI tools over to Claude, illustrating a light view of future tech use.
Teams are cautious to rely on AI alone and will maintain human scouts in the decision process.
The article highlights specific players (Downs, Reese, Bain, Bailey) as case studies for AI-assisted evaluation.

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Watch SpaceX launch big 'Cygnus XL' cargo spacecraft toward the ISS today

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Watch SpaceX launch big 'Cygnus XL' cargo spacecraft toward the ISS today

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SpaceX launched Northrop Grumman's Cygnus XL (S.S. Steven R. Nagel) atop a Falcon 9 from Cape Canaveral, delivering about 11,000 pounds of science and supplies to the ISS as part of CRS-24.
The Cygnus XL cargo craft lifted off at 7:41 a.m. EDT on April 11, 2026, from Cape Canaveral Space Launch Complex 40, marking a continued SpaceX-NASA resupply collaboration.
Cygnus XL is designed for larger payloads, delivering roughly 11,000 pounds (4,990 kg) of science equipment and supplies to the ISS, expanding research and operations.
Cygnus XL is scheduled to be captured by Canadarm2 and installed on the Unity module, enabling cargo unloading and ISS utilization during Expedition 74/75.
This CRS-24 mission marks Northrop Grumman's 24th ISS resupply flight under NASA's CRS program, continuing the commercial partnership for on-orbit science and logistics.
Cygnus XL carries dozens of research experiments, including a module to advance quantum science and hardware to boost stem cell production for medical research.
NASA and SpaceX continue their collaboration to sustain ISS operations through regular cargo flights, enabling ongoing experiments and station life support.
Cygnus XL is one of four robotic cargo spacecraft serving the ISS, alongside HTV-X, Progress, and Dragon, highlighting a diversified resupply fleet.
NASA+, Amazon Prime, and YouTube will host live arrival coverage, with NASA astronauts Hathaway and Williams operating the Canadarm2 during installation.
Cygnus XL is expected to stay attached to the ISS through October, then depart and dispose of trash via atmospheric re-entry, burning up safely.

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Graveyard Keeper devs respond as players make AI accusations: 'You may not believe me, but we're not using the AI in Graveyard Keeper 2'

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Graveyard Keeper devs respond as players make AI accusations: 'You may not believe me, but we're not using the AI in Graveyard Keeper 2'

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Graveyard Keeper 2 AI accusations prompt a response from Lazy Bear Games, with the team denying use of AI for the game's assets.
Slava Cherkasov, Lazy Bear CTO, says he experiments with AI models but clarifies the studio does not produce Graveyard Keeper 2 art with AI.
Reddit reactions to the trailer art are mixed, with fans debating AI influence and art style.
Industry commentators note ongoing AI debates in game development and related responses from developers and publishers.
The article notes that the original Graveyard Keeper is available free on Steam if fans act quickly, tying into the broader AI discourse.
PC Gamer frames the discussion as part of a larger trend of AI usage claims in gaming and related art direction.
The piece includes quotes from the developer discussing experimentation with AI tools, while denying wholesale AI-generated art.
The article highlights the tension between AI experimentation and the perception of AI-generated game art.
Player commentary reflects concern about AI influence on the look and feel of upcoming titles.
The report captures the broader industry dialogue about responsible AI use in art and game development.

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New Proton Experimental build fixes up a bunch of old Capcom games for Steam Deck and Linux

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New Proton Experimental build fixes up a bunch of old Capcom games for Steam Deck and Linux

Pcgamer.com

Proton Experimental patch promotes Capcom classics to playable status on Steam Deck.
Titles affected include Resident Evil (1996) and 1998’s Resident Evil 2 along with Dino Crisis games.
Activation depends on enabling Proton Experimental and non-verified status may affect experience.
Dino Crisis 2’s FMV cutscenes may still need community fixes for best results.
The update comes as Steam Deck support for retro Capcom games expands this year.
Players should expect imperfect results and potential tweaks from community fixes.
The Proton patch supports a broader set of Capcom games beyond the most recent releases.
The article highlights that old Capcom games can be played on portable hardware with caveats.
PC Gamer frames the patch as a positive development for retro-capability on Steam.
The article notes ongoing interest from fans for classic Capcom titles on portable devices.

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