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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The article explains how to reduce water usage for lawns by up to 50% with smart irrigation techniques. It includes strategies like using smart controllers, raising mowing height, and optimizing irrigation schedules to maintain green lawns while saving water and reducing costs.
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Lawns often waste 30%-50% of water due to poor irrigation timing and runoff.
Smart irrigation controllers adjust watering based on weather and soil conditions, saving up to 15,000 gallons of water each year.
Raising lawn mowing height by 0.5-1 inch in summer can reduce water needs and strengthen grass roots.
Proper irrigation zoning ensures shaded and sunny areas receive the correct amount of water.
Drought-tolerant grasses, like tall fescue and Bermuda grass, require less water than regular grass types.
Installing soil moisture sensors helps determine when different lawn sections need watering.
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) claims smart irrigation systems could save $2.5 billion in water costs across the U.S.
Smart irrigation devices cost between $150 and $250, based on features and customization options.
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The city of Milpitas in Silicon Valley will give residents free wireless doorbells with cameras to help police collect video evidence for crime prevention. Residents can share footage voluntarily with the police, and the city chose cameras similar to Amazon Ring but without direct police integration or subscription fees.
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Milpitas city council approved $60,000 to provide one camera-equipped doorbell per household on a first-come, first-served basis.
The goal is to help prevent crime and improve public safety by working with the police department.
Residents can voluntarily upload video footage to the police through a shared link.
The city considered Amazon Ring cameras but decided to use similar cameras without direct police system integration.
Milpitas police emphasized that footage is only accessed if residents choose to share it.
Ring cameras require subscription fees to store footage, which the city wanted to avoid for residents.
Similar programs using Ring cameras exist in other U.S. cities like New York, Philadelphia, and Cleveland.
Privacy concerns exist about doorbell cameras, especially related to police surveillance and use of AI technology.
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Disney+ is releasing many new shows and movies in April 2026. Key releases include "Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord" and "Daredevil: Born Again" Season 2. The schedule also features episodes of "American Idol" and various other programs.
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"Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord," an animated series, starts on April 6, 2026, with new episodes until May 4.
Sam Witwer returns to voice the character Maul in the new Star Wars series.
"Daredevil: Born Again" Season 2 continues throughout April, with new episodes released weekly.
Charlie Cox stars as Daredevil, with Vincent D'Onofrio as Kingpin.
"American Idol" Season 9, also known as the 24th season overall, releases episodes throughout April.
Other shows releasing episodes in April include "Perfect Crown" and "Project Runway All Stars."
Disney+ will introduce a variety of other new content like "Locker Diaries: ZOMBIES: Shorts" and "Donna Hay Coastal Celebrations."
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A list of new movies and TV shows coming to Netflix in April 2026 has been announced. It includes new seasons of popular series like "XO, Kitty" and "Temptation Island," as well as new content like "Stranger Things: Tales From '85."
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Netflix will release a new season of "XO, Kitty" and a spin-off series called "Stranger Things: Tales From '85" in April 2026.
"Temptation Island" Season 10 will be available from April 10, 2026.
"Beef" Season 2 is set to release on April 16, 2026, three years after the first season.
Classic movies like "Atonement," "Bohemian Rhapsody," and "Casino" will also be available starting April 1, 2026.
New original movies such as "Eat Pray Bark" and "It Takes a Village" will be released on Netflix this April.
Various other series and seasonal releases are scheduled throughout the month, including "The Ramparts of Ice" and "Bloodhounds" Season 2.
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Oracle, a major technology company, has laid off a significant number of employees as it invests heavily in artificial intelligence (AI). The job cuts involve roles like senior engineers and program managers and are not based on employee performance. Oracle is using AI tools to improve efficiency, allowing fewer employees to do more work.
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Oracle has made significant job cuts, affecting roles such as senior engineers and program managers.
The layoffs are linked to Oracle's increased investment in AI technology.
The company declined to comment on the specific reasons for the layoffs.
Oracle is one of the largest tech companies, focused on software and cloud computing.
Larry Ellison, a co-founder of Oracle, is a prominent figure in the company.
Oracle's internal use of AI tools aims to boost efficiency and productivity.
The Stargate initiative, a $500 billion project, involves increasing U.S. data center capacity for AI processing.
Oracle plans to invest at least $50 billion in AI infrastructure this year.
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Spoilers for the 1179th chapter of "One Piece," a popular manga series, reveal details about a mysterious character named Imu. The character's appearance and identity are coming to light as the series approaches its potential conclusion. The chapter is anticipated by fans and will be officially released by VIZ this Sunday.
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"One Piece" is a long-running manga series that began in July 1997.
The series is nearing its conclusion, expected in spring 2026.
Imu, considered a potential final villain, will be revealed in the 1179th chapter.
Imu is described as having male features, with black clouds, horns, tattoos, and a tail.
The chapter's spoilers were leaked by "pewpiece" on social media.
The new chapter will be officially available worldwide on Sunday through VIZ.
Fans have been speculating about Imu's identity since being introduced in 2018.
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Peacock is adding over 60 movies and shows to its streaming service in April 2026. Notable new arrivals include movies like "Pulp Fiction," "Interstellar," and exclusive premieres such as "Five Nights at Freddy's 2."
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Over 60 movies and shows are coming to Peacock in April 2026.
Available films include "Pulp Fiction," "Interstellar," and "Transformers."
"Five Nights at Freddy's 2" will premiere exclusively on Peacock on April 3.
Other new exclusive releases include "Strays" on April 6 and "Nosferatu" on April 21.
TV shows like "The Valley" Season 3 and "The Real Housewives of Rhode Island" Season 1 will have premieres.
Updates to classic library content such as "Jeopardy!" and "Wheel of Fortune" will also be available.
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The "Tech Life" episode discusses how technology can help communities sue companies causing pollution. It also looks at the rise of electronic waste due to the growth of artificial intelligence (AI) and features a NASA space robot with a mission.
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The episode is part of a series on technology topics.
Climate change is leading to more extreme weather events.
Communities might use science and technology to take polluters to court.
The growth of AI may lead to more electronic waste.
Astronauts are planning to return to the Moon.
A NASA space robot has a new mission related to this lunar return.
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Two famous arcade games, Tetris and Space Invaders, are teaming up for a special event starting April 1. This collaboration will feature new gameplay experiences and activities throughout April, with special events planned to celebrate the partnership.
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Tetris and Space Invaders are joining together for a limited-time event starting April 1.
The event will take place through the Tetris mobile app.
It includes three main parts: Days of Invaders, Earth Protection Events, and Invaders Showdown Tournament.
Days of Invaders (April 1-12) is a 12-day activity where players can earn special rewards.
Earth Protection Events (April 13-23) involve a partnership with Dots.Eco to support wildlife, with Tetris making donations for completed levels.
Invaders Showdown Tournament (April 24-30) is a competitive mode where players can earn high scores for exclusive prizes.
Tetris became popular in the late 1980s and is one of the best-selling games ever.
Space Invaders introduced an endless gameplay loop and is a classic arcade game.
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Researchers at Google have linked suspected North Korean hackers to a security breach involving the popular open-source software package Axios. These hackers inserted harmful software that could steal sensitive information into the Axios package, which is used in millions of downloads weekly. Though the harmful software versions were quickly removed, the incident highlights potential risks due to Axios's wide usage.
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Google researchers suspect North Korean hackers compromised the Axios package.
Axios is a JavaScript library used to make HTTP requests.
The hackers inserted malware into Axios that could steal credentials, or login info.
The malicious versions affected systems like macOS, Windows, and Linux.
The malicious versions were removed within about three hours of publication.
Axios is downloaded around 100 million times per week and is widely present in many software environments.
The incident is separate from another npm supply chain attack recently disclosed.
It is unclear how the hackers accessed the maintainer's GitHub account.
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The article discusses the global race to adopt artificial intelligence (AI) and argues that success depends on how well countries manage risks related to AI. These risks include job disruption, fraud, and environmental costs. Without proper risk management, public backlash could slow down AI deployment.
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The global AI race is often seen as a competition between the U.S. and China.
Key risks of AI include job loss, synthetic voice scams, and environmental impacts.
Public backlash can slow down AI deployment if risks are not managed.
Specific examples include Indonesia temporarily blocking AI content and Germany's protests regarding AI training with voice recordings.
The EU AI Act restricts certain AI uses in public for law enforcement with strict conditions.
Data centers in the U.S. face political issues due to energy demands.
The AI precariat class involves workers facing job insecurity due to AI changes.
An AI Anxiety Index is being developed to measure public concerns about AI.
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NASA has created a new toilet system called the 'Universal Waste Management System' for astronauts in space. It cost over $23 million and works for both men and women. This system will be used in the Artemis II mission, which is set to launch on April 1.
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NASA spent more than $23 million on developing a new space toilet.
The toilet is named the 'Universal Waste Management System.'
It is designed to handle both solid and liquid waste.
The system works for both male and female astronauts.
Artemis II is scheduled to launch on April 1.
Artemis II will be the first mission to fly around the moon in over 50 years.
The Artemis mission is a step towards NASA's goal of reaching Mars in the 2030s.
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