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Ariana Grande Takes on Celine Dion, Jennifer Coolidge, Britney Spears, and Other Celebrities on SNL

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Ariana Grande proved her impressive vocal range and comedic chops as she took on hosting duties for "Saturday Night Live" on October 12th. The pop star didn't just rely on her own hits to entertain the audience, she also showcased her talents for impersonations. During the episode, Grande wowed viewers with spot-on impressions of some music industry heavyweights, including Celine Dion, Jennifer Coolidge, Britney Spears, Gwen Stefani, and Miley Cyrus. Fans couldn't believe how accurately Grande captured the essence of each of these iconic singers, from Dion's powerhouse ballads to Spears' signature breathy vocals. In addition to her incredib...... Read Full article on HadNews

Online rumors sparked by the Trump assassination attempt spread rapidly, on both ends of the political spectrum

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In the immediate hours after the assassination attempt on former president Donald Trump on July 13, 2024, social media users posted the same videos, images and eyewitness accounts but used them as evidence for different rumors or theories that aligned with their political preferences. Among the deluge of rumors, one TikTok creator narrated the instantly iconic photo of Trump raising his fist, ear bloodied as he emerged from the Secret Service scrum. “People are wondering if this photo is staged?” His answer: “Yes.” People across the political spectrum, including President Joe Biden, questioned why the Secret Service had failed to pr...... Read Full article on HadNews

Dubai Princess Announces Divorce from Husband in Scathing Instagram Post

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Dubai Princess Shaikha Mahra Mohammed Rashed Al Maktoum has shocked fans and followers with her recent announcement on social media. The princess took to Instagram to "declare" her divorce from husband Sheikh Mana bin Mohammed bin Rashid bin Mana Al Maktoum in a scathing post. The post has since garnered a lot of attention and has left many wondering about the details surrounding the split. Fans of the royal couple are left speculating about the reasons behind the divorce and what led to this public announcement. Princess Shaikha Mahra Mohammed Rashed Al Maktoum is known for her style, grace, and philanthropic work, so this news comes as a s...... Read Full article on HadNews

Loaded Totchos with a Disney World Twist

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In this recipe video, I'll show you how to make Disney World inspired Loaded Totchos - a fun twist on classic loaded nachos! Ingredients: - Tater tots - Shredded cheddar cheese - Cooked ground beef - Sliced jalapenos - Diced tomatoes - Sour cream - Guacamole - Sliced black olives - Chopped green onions Instructions: 1. Preheat your oven according to the instructions on the tater tot package. 2. Arrange tater tots in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake until crispy. 3. Remove tater tots from the oven and top with shredded cheddar cheese. 4. Add cooked ground beef, sliced jalapenos, diced tomatoes, sour cream, guacamole, sliced black o...... Read Full article on HadNews

Renad, the 10-Year-Old Chef Winning Hearts with Cooking Videos During Israel's Conflict with Gaza

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In the midst of Israel's ongoing war on Gaza, 10-year-old Renad Attallah has captured the hearts of many with her charming cooking videos on social media. Despite the constant fear and uncertainty surrounding her, Renad remains determined to spread joy and positivity through her culinary creations. Renad's Instagram success is a testament to her resilience and strength in the face of adversity. With the support of her family, she finds solace in cooking and sharing her recipes with the world, offering a glimmer of hope amidst the chaos of war. Al Jazeera had the privilege of visiting Renad in central Gaza as she prepared to film another vir...... Read Full article on HadNews

Majority of Americans think social media firms have too much power, finds survey

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Most Americans are wary of social media companies and their role in politics and the future of the country, according to a new survey of U.S. adults. The Pew Research Center has published findings from a study looking at social media’s impact on politics and the country, political censorship and bias, and the government regulation of technology companies. Since 2020, more Americans now believe social media companies wield too much political power, with Democrats heavily falling into the ‘too much’ category. “Roughly eight-in-ten Americans (78%) say these companies have too much power and influence in politics today,” according to the su...... Read Full article on HadNews

Unforgettable! 100 Hilarious Moments Captured on Camera! - Video

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Get ready to laugh out loud with 100 of the funniest moments caught on camera in this hilarious video titled "It is Impossible to Forget!" From gym fails to silly antics with technology, the heroes of this selection find themselves in the most ridiculous situations that will have you bursting with laughter. Watch as people struggle for a place in public transport, hose down TVs, and have battles with technology. From failed stunts to clumsy mishaps, each moment is more entertaining than the last. Witness the chaos unfold as people try to save the planet in stylish ways and comfort themselves in the most unusual situations. Whether it's a do...... Read Full article on HadNews

UK to criminalize creation of sexually explicit deepfakes

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The U.K.’s Ministry of Justice has announced that creating sexually explicit “deepfake” images will be made a criminal offense in England and Wales under a new law. Under the legislation, anyone making explicit images of an adult without their consent will face a criminal record and an unlimited fine. If the image is then shared more widely, the creator could then be sent to jail. The new law will mean creating sexually explicit deepfakes will be a criminal offense, even if there is no intention to distribute it. Simply creating such content with the aim of causing alarm, humiliation, or distress to the victim will constitute a crimina...... Read Full article on HadNews

Meta lowers WhatsApp's age limit in Europe, drawing critics' wrath

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Meta’s decision to lower the minimum age to use its WhatsApp messaging service is drawing fire from children’s advocates in the UK and EU. The move lowers ages from 16 to 13 in both territories; it went into effect as of April 11. Leading the charge on pushback against Meta, which is also the parent of Facebook and Instagram, is UK-based Smartphone Free Childhood. “WhatsApp are putting shareholder profits first and children’s safety second,” Daisy Greenwell, the group’s co-founder, said in a statement. Government officials also weighed in. Vicky Ford, a Conservative member of Parliament, told Sky News the age-limit reduction was “highl...... Read Full article on HadNews

Russia: Putin’s propaganda machine - Manipulating the people | DW Documentary

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Russia: Putin’s propaganda machine - Manipulating the people | DW Documentary On 24 February 2022, Russia invaded Ukraine. Many Russians supported the move at the time. Others silently rejected what was described as a "special operation”, which Putin claimed would "de-Nazify” a former sister nation. Years of indoctrination and propaganda, a single-party rule that muzzles the media - this film investigates how Russians under Putin have fallen silent, and why no one has pulled the political ripcord. Although the international community continues to be horrified by this brutal, anachronistic war in the heart of Europe, most Russians back Pu...... Read Full article on HadNews

Instagram will start blurring nude images sent to teens

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Instagram is taking significant steps to stop the receiving and sending of nude images to teens by announcing plans to automatically detect and blur explicit photos through its DM (direct messaging) service. The function is expected to be tested in the coming weeks to be rolled out across the globe in the next few months, reports the Wall Street Journal. It’s the latest move from parent company Meta to fight harmful content on its platforms directed at minors. In January the social media giant behind Facebook and Instagram, implemented DM restrictions to curtail adults being able to message under 18s. The latest plan aims to discourage ...... Read Full article on HadNews

Pag Pag: The Heartbreaking Street Food of the Philippines - Garbage Can Chicken - Video

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The Philippines Heartbreaking Street Food!! Garbage Can Chicken / Pag Pag!! video showcases the harsh reality of how some people are forced to live and eat in Manila. Hosted by Sonny Side and Chef Tatung, the video takes viewers on a food tour to explore the unique and controversial dishes being served in the streets of Tondo, Manila. One of the most shocking highlights of the video is the concept of "pagpag," which involves recycled fast food meat being washed, boiled, marinated, and fried before being served. This practice has garnered a lot of criticism for its unhygienic nature, but for many locals, it is a way to make ends meet in tough...... Read Full article on HadNews

'Slaughter High' Is the Greatest April Fool's Day Horror Movie Ever

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On Friday nights, IndieWire After Dark takes a feature-length beat to honor fringe cinema in the streaming age.  First, the spoiler-free pitch for one editor’s midnight movie pick — something weird and wonderful from any age of film that deserves our memorializing.  Then, the spoiler-filled aftermath as experienced by the unwitting editor attacked by this week’s recommendation. The Pitch: Fool Me Once, Shame on You. Fool Me Twice, I’ll Spend a Decade Plotting to Kill You and Everyone You Love Few holidays had their reputations altered more severely by the advent of the internet than April Fool’s Day. What was once a niche hol...... Read Full article on HadNews

Telegram will offer free Premium subscriptions - but there's a catch

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A new method to earn a free premium subscription to Telegram has been discovered, but it comes with the risk of providing your phone number to issue one-time passwords (OTP) to other users of the messaging service. If you are surprised at what you have just read then you’re not alone. Within the terms of service of the new peer-to-peer login (P2PL) functionality, if you opt in you must agree to let Telegram utilize your phone number to send up to 150 texts with OTPs to fellow users to log into their accounts. As long as your number is used to send a minimum number of OTPs each month, you will earn  gift code for a one-month premium s...... Read Full article on HadNews

Bill Clinton Was 'Snoring' During 'Emma' Premiere

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Gwyneth Paltrow‘s Jane Austen adaptation “Emma” wasn’t a snooze at the box office, but a certain politician couldn’t help but nod off during its screening. According to Paltrow, President Bill Clinton was sound asleep at the premiere — emphasis on the sound part. “He was snoring right in front of me,” Paltrow said during an appearance on First We Feast’s “Hot Ones” series. “I was like, ‘Wow, I guess this is going to be a real hit movie.’ But it was, so fuck you Bill Clinton.” This was 1996, when Clinton was still the president of the United States. (Our 42nd POTUS held the post from 1993-2001.) Romantic comedy “Emma,” based on A...... Read Full article on HadNews

5 best AI content detectors

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Besides all the benefits artificial intelligence offers the world – assisting with complicated tasks, streamlining work processes and helping with creative jobs – it also creates issues when people submit poorly written content using AI, and that’s where AI content detectors come in. AI detectors aim to help the public differentiate between content created by humans and a computer. As AI tools continue to get more advanced and more sophisticated, AI detectors need to do the same by ensuring they can accurately spot AI-generated content. What is an AI content detector? An AI content detector analyzes content to identify patterns in text,...... Read Full article on HadNews

Social media apps have billions of ‘active users’. But what does that really mean?

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Our digital world is bigger and more connected than ever. Social media isn’t just a daily habit – with more than 5 billion users globally, it’s woven into the very fabric of our existence. These platforms offer entertainment, connection, information and support, but they’re also battlegrounds for misinformation and online harassment. Platforms like Facebook, YouTube, Instagram and TikTok vie for our attention, each boasting user counts in the billions. But what do these numbers actually tell us, and should we care? What is an active user or a unique user? Behind the impressive statistics lies a complex reality. While global social ...... Read Full article on HadNews

The Most Incredible Real Life Moments Ever Captured on Camera

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The video titled “Most Unbelievable Real Life Moments Ever Caught On Camera | Best of Winter 2024” is a compilation of mind-boggling and jaw-dropping real-life moments captured on camera. From unexpected encounters like finding Naruto riding in a car to witnessing a moose being professionally tamed and saddled, this video is sure to make you say “no way” multiple times. The video showcases a range of unbelievable moments, including a spectacular electronic explosion, an unsuccessful attempt at a moose cavalry, and a surprising Formula 1-worthy overtake maneuver. From powerful storms to unexpected encounters with wildlife, this video ha...... Read Full article on HadNews

Elon Musk unhappy with Community Note placed on his own post

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The Community Notes – a fact-checking feature on X – has a new vocal critic, none other than CEO Elon Musk. The fact-checking feature allows users to shine a light on ‘potentially misleading posts’, however, X owner Musk was publicly pointing out its flaw on Sunday. Musk purchasing a new laptop seemed to start the ball rolling. As he took to X to complain about having to set up a Microsoft account in order to use his new laptop. Musk wrote on X: “Just bought a new PC laptop and it won’t let me use it unless I create a Microsoft account, which also means giving their AI access to my computer!” “This is messed up. There used to be an opt...... Read Full article on HadNews

Anthropic claim new Claude 3 AI chatbot outperforms ChatGPT and Gemini

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Amidst fierce competition from tech giants like OpenAI, Google, and Microsoft in the race to develop cutting-edge conversational artificial intelligence (AI), Anthropic’s launch of Claude 3 aims to disrupt the field. The AI research company has launched its new chatbot which it claims has reached “near-human” levels in some tests, whilst measuring favorably against ChatGPT and Google Gemini across several industry benchmarks. In an official blog released on Monday (Feb. 4). the details of the large language model (LLM) were disclosed striking a resemblance to Gemini with its own three model levels, Claude 3 Haiku, Claude 3 Sonnet, and ...... Read Full article on HadNews