EU to Target Meta, Google, Twitter Over Deepfakes, Report Says

Companies that fail to adhere to the updated regulation could reportedly face hefty fines. The voluntary code was first introduced in 2018, but will become a co-regulation scheme, according to Reuters. Both regulators and signatories will reportedly share responsibility. Companies that break the code could reportedly face fines of up to 6% of their global revenue. Jourova added that Russian propaganda following thewar in Ukraineshaped the updated anti-disinformation code. Meta, Google, Twitter, TikTok and the European Commission didn’t immediately respond to requests for comment....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 122 words · Jamie Chambers

Euro 2020: England loses to Italy, but it's memes and jokes for the win

It’s notcoming home. As Italian fans danced and celebrated, English fans had to go back to dreaming. Those fans included Prince William, wife Kate and son, George. Even Italian player Leonardo Bonucci got in the “coming to Rome” taunt. FOOTBALL ITS COMING TO ROME!!! And don’t think non-fans didn’t remind them. “You’re still going to dress as a pizza, right?” joked one Twitter user. “What do you mean? We talked about this weeks ago!...

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 120 words · James Butler

Europe's Devastating Heat Wave Shows Keeping Calm and Carrying On Is Not an Option

Far below, the burning fires left dusty streaks across the landscape. If it sounds apocalyptic, that’s because it was. London’s fire brigade hadits busiest day since the Second World War. Climate scientists and meteorologists were unequivocal in their analysis of the heat wave. Others resorted to discrediting and insulting the scientists and activists sounding the alarm. OneConservative politicianopenly called those linking the heat to the climate crisis “cowards” and “snowflakes.”...

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 105 words · Priscilla Rangel

Even in Net litigation, it's all about location

The Web site DontDateHimGirl.com allows women to make anonymous postings about specific men. So it was that adefamation lawsuit got filedwith respect to statements made on the site about one particular man. Let’s take a closer look at the facts of the case. On May 24, 2006, a profile of the plaintiff appeared on theDontDateHimGirlsite. Additional postings about the man appeared later. The court then embarked on an analysis of those contacts in this case....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 115 words · Blake Frey

Even My Teenager Thinks This Lego Minecraft Set Is Cool and It's Down to Just $45 Right Now

Not only do kids get to build with it, it also becomes an entire Minecraft playset. It has 584 pieces and includes everything you oughta make a Minecraft ancient city biome. Hey, did you know?CNET Deals texts are free, easy and save you money. There are hidden gems to unearth like a chest that holds a bone and potions. And there are two characters: the Arbalest knight and the Netherite knight Minecraft figures....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 109 words · Danny Johnson

Ever Forward, Sister of the Stuck Suez Ship, Runs Aground in Chesapeake Bay

The vessel has a length of over 1,095 feet (334 meters), or roughly three football fields. Unlike its sister ship, the vessel doesn’t appear to be blocking shipping traffic in the waterway. Instead it seems to have diverged from the main channel and grounded in shallower waters. The below video from the Annapolis School of Seamanship and Chesapeake Bay Media shows the stuck ship. In the clip, Capt. Matt Benehoff indicates the Ever Forward is outside the designated channel....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 105 words · Veronica Brown

Everybody's Playing Fallout -- Here's How to Get Fallout 76 for Free

Right now, on theSteam charts,Fallout 76 is the second most-played game after Helldivers 2. All you have to do ishead to the Prime Gaming websiteto get the ball rolling. Just be sure to grab it now before these freebies are gone for good. For example, did you know it’s possible for you to get discounts on groceries from Whole Foods? Sign up for theCNET Deals Textto get daily deals sent straight to your phone....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 104 words · David Smith

Everything coming to Disney Plus in August 2021

After an absolutely barnstorming start to 2021, August feels like a relatively slow month forDisney Plus. There’s no more Loki, no big blockbuster movie releases. The Bad Batch continues, but that’s pretty niche at this point. Fit For ServiceCesar Millan: Better Human Better Dog (S1) Ep. DoubtfireGordon Ramsay: Uncharted (S3) Ep. Finland’s Midnight Sun August 11 What If…? Front Of The PackCesar Millan: Better Human Better Dog (S1) Ep. Sharks Gone Rogue...

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 102 words · Michael Johnson

Ewan McGregor Defends 'Obi-Wan' Co-Star Moses Ingram After Racist Attacks

The newObi-Wanshow is a hit. After landing on Friday, its first two episodesbroke Disney Plus viewership recordsand were received well by critics. “There are hundreds of those,” Ingram said to the camera in a followupInstagramStory post. There’s nothing anybody can do to stop this hate." I heard some of them this morning, and it just broke my heart," he said. And if you send her bullying messages, you’re no Star Wars fan in my mind....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 111 words · Barry Snow

Exercise in Style With 30% Off at Ellie Today Only

Searching for the perfect workout clothes isn’t always easy. Sometimes comfort, functionality and style don’t always happen at once. But this one-day sale at Ellie is all about getting you functional, comfortable and fashionable active wear. Right now it’s possible for you to get active wear for30% offwith the offer codeFALLFLASH30at checkout. Unlike other, bigger retailers with active wear in stock, Ellie is actually an outfit subscription service. Plus, you’re free to even mix and match sizes....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 105 words · Deborah Castillo

Expecto Pawtronus! Order the Limited Edition Harry Potter BarkBox

Send your pup to Hogwarts with BarkBox’s limited edition Harry Potter Super Chewer Box. Super Chewer items are designed for dogs that are a bit more rough with their toys. Treats and chews are also included in the box. BarkBox is a subscription box service designed to let you spoil your pet every month. With BarkBox’s classic assortment, you get two toys, two treats, and one chew each month. Get more treats, more toys or just more of everything....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 117 words · Mark Smith

ExpressVPN Clears 2 New Privacy and Cybersecurity Audits

Both audits are publicly available. “We are pleased that our systems and core server technologies were examined by KPMG and Cure53. Engel also said ExpressVPN would be publishing even more audits this year. Cure53’s audit covered not only the TrustedServer tech, but the VPN’s Lightway protocol. Cure53 found 29 security-relevant discoveries, only four of which were actual vulnerabilities. “In other word, mostly general weaknesses and minor flaws were spotted. Further, most of them can be evaluated as trivial to fix and resolve....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 109 words · Kristen Gonzalez

ExpressVPN Rolls Out More Data Protections With Identity Defender

The tool scans the internet for your personal information and submits removal requests to data brokers on your behalf. It then continuously monitors the sites to confirm that your personal information has been removed and doesn’t reappear. The service is administered by Assurant and covers up to $1 million per year. Identity Defender features are currently available only to US-based ExpressVPN users on iOS and Android devices. The base monthly plan stays static at $13 per month and includes the ID Alerts feature....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 102 words · Matthew Morris