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Written by Eupraxia on Aug 14, 2024
An 18-year-old individual stabbed at least five people near the Tepebaşı Mosque in Eskişehir, Turkey, on Monday. The incident was livestreamed on social media.
The attacker was wearing a mask, goggles, and a helmet resembling Nazi attire, along with a bulletproof vest displaying a symbol associated with extremist ideologies. A knife was used in the attack, and an axe was also found on the individual.
Local reports suggest the attacker may have been cosplaying a video game character. The motive for the attack remains under investigation.
Several victims sustained injuries requiring hospitalization, though none were life-threatening. The attacker was apprehended at the scene.
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Teen Dressed as Nazi Character Stabs Five People Near Turkish Mosque
- By Torontoball
- August 14, 2024 15:46 GMT
An 18-year-old individual stabbed at least five people near the Tepebaşı Mosque in Eskişehir, Turkey, on Monday. The incident was livestreamed on social media.
The attacker was wearing a mask, goggles, and a helmet resembling Nazi attire, along with a bulletproof vest displaying a symbol associated with extremist ideologies. A knife was used in the attack, and an axe was also found on the individual.
Local reports suggest the attacker may have been cosplaying a video game character. The motive for the attack remains under investigation.
Several victims sustained injuries requiring hospitalization, though none were life-threatening. The attacker was apprehended at the scene.
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Written by Eupraxia on Aug 10, 2024
Susan Wojcicki, a prominent figure in the technology industry and former CEO of YouTube, passed away on Friday at the age of 56. Her husband, Dennis Troper, announced that she had been battling non-small cell lung cancer for two years.
Wojcicki was one of the first employees at Google and held various leadership roles within the company, including as a senior vice president for ad products. She served as CEO of YouTube from 2014 to 2023.
Tributes poured in from colleagues and industry peers, recognizing her significant contributions to the development of Google and YouTube.
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Susan Wojcicki Dies at 56
- By Torontoball
- August 10, 2024 15:45 GMT
Susan Wojcicki, a prominent figure in the technology industry and former CEO of YouTube, passed away on Friday at the age of 56. Her husband, Dennis Troper, announced that she had been battling non-small cell lung cancer for two years.
Wojcicki was one of the first employees at Google and held various leadership roles within the company, including as a senior vice president for ad products. She served as CEO of YouTube from 2014 to 2023.
Tributes poured in from colleagues and industry peers, recognizing her significant contributions to the development of Google and YouTube.
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Written by Eupraxia on Aug 10, 2024
A passenger plane carrying 61 people crashed in a residential area in Brazil's Sao Paulo state on Friday. All individuals on board the aircraft perished in the incident.
The plane, an ATR 72 turboprop operated by Voepass Airlines, was en route to Sao Paulo's Guarulhos International Airport when it went down in Vinhedo. Authorities confirmed that no fatalities occurred on the ground.
Emergency responders, including firefighters, police, and civil defense personnel, were immediately dispatched. The plane's black box has been recovered.
An investigation into the cause of the crash is underway. While initial reports suggested potential icing conditions, authorities have emphasized the need for a thorough examination before determining the factors that contributed to the accident.
The incident prompted a three-day national mourning period declared by Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.
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Plane Crash Kills 61 in Brazil
- By Torontoball
- August 10, 2024 15:36 GMT
A passenger plane carrying 61 people crashed in a residential area in Brazil's Sao Paulo state on Friday. All individuals on board the aircraft perished in the incident.
The plane, an ATR 72 turboprop operated by Voepass Airlines, was en route to Sao Paulo's Guarulhos International Airport when it went down in Vinhedo. Authorities confirmed that no fatalities occurred on the ground.
Emergency responders, including firefighters, police, and civil defense personnel, were immediately dispatched. The plane's black box has been recovered.
An investigation into the cause of the crash is underway. While initial reports suggested potential icing conditions, authorities have emphasized the need for a thorough examination before determining the factors that contributed to the accident.
The incident prompted a three-day national mourning period declared by Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.
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Written by Eupraxia on Aug 8, 2024
Turkish authorities blocked access to the online gaming platform Roblox. The Information Technologies and Communication Authority (BTK) listed "detection of content that may lead to child abuse" as the reason for the ban.
Roblox is a popular platform where users can create and play games. According to Esports.net, Turkey has one of the largest Roblox player bases globally.
This action follows recent bans on other online platforms in Turkey. Last week, access to Instagram was blocked for alleged non-compliance with Turkish regulations. Prior to that, a court banned access to the story-sharing platform Wattpad.
The Roblox ban has drawn criticism from some in Turkey. Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu expressed concern about the decision's impact on the economy and technology sectors. Additionally, social media users highlighted the potential impact on Turkish game developers who rely on the platform for income.
The extent of communication and coordination between different government entities regarding the ban remains unclear.
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Turkiye blocks access to Roblox
- By Torontoball
- August 7, 2024 23:24 GMT
Turkish authorities blocked access to the online gaming platform Roblox. The Information Technologies and Communication Authority (BTK) listed "detection of content that may lead to child abuse" as the reason for the ban.
Roblox is a popular platform where users can create and play games. According to Esports.net, Turkey has one of the largest Roblox player bases globally.
This action follows recent bans on other online platforms in Turkey. Last week, access to Instagram was blocked for alleged non-compliance with Turkish regulations. Prior to that, a court banned access to the story-sharing platform Wattpad.
The Roblox ban has drawn criticism from some in Turkey. Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu expressed concern about the decision's impact on the economy and technology sectors. Additionally, social media users highlighted the potential impact on Turkish game developers who rely on the platform for income.
The extent of communication and coordination between different government entities regarding the ban remains unclear.
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Written by Eupraxia on Aug 5, 2024
The Prime Minister of Bangladesh Sheikh Hasina has resigned and fled the country amid widespread protests. The protests were sparked by a controversial government job quota system that favored the children of war veterans. This led to violent clashes between protesters, police, and pro-government groups, resulting in hundreds of deaths. The army chief has announced that an interim government will be formed, and has called on protesters to disperse. However, the student protest group leading the demonstrations has rejected military rule and demanded the release of all "innocent people" and "political prisoners". The situation remains fluid as the country navigates this political crisis.
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Bangladesh Prime Minister Resigns Amid Violent Protests Over Job Quotas
- By Torontoball
- August 5, 2024 12:17 GMT
The Prime Minister of Bangladesh Sheikh Hasina has resigned and fled the country amid widespread protests. The protests were sparked by a controversial government job quota system that favored the children of war veterans. This led to violent clashes between protesters, police, and pro-government groups, resulting in hundreds of deaths. The army chief has announced that an interim government will be formed, and has called on protesters to disperse. However, the student protest group leading the demonstrations has rejected military rule and demanded the release of all "innocent people" and "political prisoners". The situation remains fluid as the country navigates this political crisis.
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Written by Eupraxia on Jul 31, 2024
A former employee of an American YouTuber MrBeast has leveled serious allegations against the content creator. The individual, who goes by the username DogPack404, claims that MrBeast is accused of misleading viewers through alleged "illegal lotteries" and false promises about video participation.
The accuser alleges that MrBeast's videos often feature pre-selected participants, rather than randomly chosen viewers as portrayed. They also claim that certain contests may not adhere to lottery regulations. Additionally, the former employee disputes the authenticity of a lie detector test featured in one of MrBeast's videos.
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MrBeast Accused of Misleading Viewers
- By Torontoball
- July 31, 2024 12:54 GMT
A former employee of an American YouTuber MrBeast has leveled serious allegations against the content creator. The individual, who goes by the username DogPack404, claims that MrBeast is accused of misleading viewers through alleged "illegal lotteries" and false promises about video participation.
The accuser alleges that MrBeast's videos often feature pre-selected participants, rather than randomly chosen viewers as portrayed. They also claim that certain contests may not adhere to lottery regulations. Additionally, the former employee disputes the authenticity of a lie detector test featured in one of MrBeast's videos.
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Written by Eupraxia on Jul 31, 2024
Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh was killed in a predawn airstrike in Tehran, attributed to Israel. The incident could intensify regional conflicts, potentially leading to a confrontation between Iran and Israel if Iran retaliates. Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei declared that revenge was a duty and warned Israel of severe repercussions. The strike occurred after Haniyeh attended the inauguration of Iran's new president in Tehran and followed an Israeli attack on a Hezbollah commander in Beirut. The death could also impact negotiations for a cease-fire and hostage release deal in the Gaza conflict, where U.S. mediators noted progress. The strikes in Beirut and Tehran could undermine hopes for a Gaza cease-fire and risk broader regional conflict.
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Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh killed in Iran by suspected Israeli strike, raising concerns of escalation
Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh was killed in a predawn airstrike in Tehran, attributed to Israel. The incident could intensify regional conflicts, potentially leading to a confrontation between Iran and Israel if Iran retaliates. Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei declared that revenge was a duty and warned Israel of severe repercussions. The strike occurred after Haniyeh attended the inauguration of Iran's new president in Tehran and followed an Israeli attack on a Hezbollah commander in Beirut. The death could also impact negotiations for a cease-fire and hostage release deal in the Gaza conflict, where U.S. mediators noted progress. The strikes in Beirut and Tehran could undermine hopes for a Gaza cease-fire and risk broader regional conflict.
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Written by Eupraxia on Jul 27, 2024
The YouTube channel "countdown" has reached zero for the second time in its brief history. The channel, a simple countdown timer without explanation, had reached zero for the first time on April 1st, 2022, after counting down for 100 days.
During a recent live stream, viewers eagerly anticipated a big reveal as the number "0" was displayed on the screen. The live chat was filled with excitement, curiosity, and speculation, with messages from numerous users expressing their anticipation and engagement. The event attracted significant attention, as shown by the 7.9K live chat messages.
In a YouTube video, he revealed a countdown ending with a zoom-in on "0" and a message that there was nothing more to see. He teased viewers on what happened on July 27, including Bugs Bunny's first appearance in 1940, the signing of the Korean War Armistice in 1953, and the releases of "Mission: Impossible - Fallout" in 2018, AC/DC's "Highway to Hell" in 1979, and Rick Astley's "Never Gonna Give You Up" in 1987. The video concluded with Rick Astley's "Never Gonna Give You Up" music video for one second and a playful "Happy Anniversary" message.
We will continue to update breaking news as it becomes available.
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BREAKING: YouTube Channel 'countdown' Reaches Zero Again
The YouTube channel "countdown" has reached zero for the second time in its brief history. The channel, a simple countdown timer without explanation, had reached zero for the first time on April 1st, 2022, after counting down for 100 days.
During a recent live stream, viewers eagerly anticipated a big reveal as the number "0" was displayed on the screen. The live chat was filled with excitement, curiosity, and speculation, with messages from numerous users expressing their anticipation and engagement. The event attracted significant attention, as shown by the 7.9K live chat messages.
In a YouTube video, he revealed a countdown ending with a zoom-in on "0" and a message that there was nothing more to see. He teased viewers on what happened on July 27, including Bugs Bunny's first appearance in 1940, the signing of the Korean War Armistice in 1953, and the releases of "Mission: Impossible - Fallout" in 2018, AC/DC's "Highway to Hell" in 1979, and Rick Astley's "Never Gonna Give You Up" in 1987. The video concluded with Rick Astley's "Never Gonna Give You Up" music video for one second and a playful "Happy Anniversary" message.
We will continue to update breaking news as it becomes available.
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Written by Eupraxia on Jul 27, 2024
Popular YouTuber MrBeast has severed ties with long-time collaborator Ava Kris Tyson following allegations of inappropriate online conduct involving minors.
In a statement, MrBeast expressed his "disgust" at the accusations and confirmed that an independent investigation is underway. Tyson has also addressed the claims, denying any wrongdoing beyond "edgy bad jokes," and apologizing for past behavior.
The termination of Tyson's involvement with MrBeast’s team comes as the YouTuber faces increasing scrutiny over the situation. The case has drawn comparisons to other high-profile figures in the online community who have faced similar allegations.
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MrBeast Terminates Partnership with Ava Kris Tyson Amidst Investigation
Popular YouTuber MrBeast has severed ties with long-time collaborator Ava Kris Tyson following allegations of inappropriate online conduct involving minors.
In a statement, MrBeast expressed his "disgust" at the accusations and confirmed that an independent investigation is underway. Tyson has also addressed the claims, denying any wrongdoing beyond "edgy bad jokes," and apologizing for past behavior.
The termination of Tyson's involvement with MrBeast’s team comes as the YouTuber faces increasing scrutiny over the situation. The case has drawn comparisons to other high-profile figures in the online community who have faced similar allegations.
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Written by Eupraxia on Jul 22, 2024
Online game platform and game creation system Roblox has been experiencing issues with the chat filter, as almost all English words were potentially filtered. Some players in Roblox have discovered that we can mostly speak any language other than English.
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Roblox chat filter breaks as all English words were filtered
Online game platform and game creation system Roblox has been experiencing issues with the chat filter, as almost all English words were potentially filtered. Some players in Roblox have discovered that we can mostly speak any language other than English.
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Written by Eupraxia on Jul 13, 2024
CGR, an anti-GeoTuber server dedicated to doing anything in its power to stop GeoTubers, has been nuked and colonized by the First Triystzkan Empire and its forces at around 5 PM GMT.
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CGR Nuked by First Triystzkan Empire
CGR, an anti-GeoTuber server dedicated to doing anything in its power to stop GeoTubers, has been nuked and colonized by the First Triystzkan Empire and its forces at around 5 PM GMT.
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Written by Eupraxia on Jul 10, 2024
American YouTuber Jimmy Donaldson, also known online as MrBeast, has reached 300 million subscribers, making him the first YouTube channel and YouTuber to achieve the coveted milestone.
We will continue to update breaking news as it becomes available.
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BREAKING: MrBeast becomes the first YouTuber to hit 300 million subscribers
American YouTuber Jimmy Donaldson, also known online as MrBeast, has reached 300 million subscribers, making him the first YouTube channel and YouTuber to achieve the coveted milestone.
We will continue to update breaking news as it becomes available.
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Written by Eupraxia on Jun 21, 2024
Turkish-Dutch YouTuber Ömer Sastim, also known online as MasterOogway, has been terminated from YouTube for violating its Terms of Service. In a post on X (previously Twitter) and a video on his music channel named 'Yung Oogway' on YouTube, Ömer accuses his haters of spam-reporting his main channel.
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Turkish-Dutch YouTuber MasterOogway terminated from YouTube
Turkish-Dutch YouTuber Ömer Sastim, also known online as MasterOogway, has been terminated from YouTube for violating its Terms of Service. In a post on X (previously Twitter) and a video on his music channel named 'Yung Oogway' on YouTube, Ömer accuses his haters of spam-reporting his main channel.
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Written by Eupraxia on Jun 2, 2024
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Jimmy Donaldson, also known as MrBeast, has now become the most subscribed YouTube channel, surpassing T-Series. He announced the news on X (formerly Twitter), referencing a previous rivalry between PewDiePie and T-Series. Tesla CEO and X CEO Elon Musk congratulated MrBeast. He recently challenged T-Series' head to a boxing match on X.
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MrBeast finally surpasses T-Series for most YouTube subscribers
Jimmy Donaldson, also known as MrBeast, has now become the most subscribed YouTube channel, surpassing T-Series. He announced the news on X (formerly Twitter), referencing a previous rivalry between PewDiePie and T-Series. Tesla CEO and X CEO Elon Musk congratulated MrBeast. He recently challenged T-Series' head to a boxing match on X.
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Written by Eupraxia on May 25, 2024
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Kabosu, a Shiba Inu dog, passed away on May 24, 2024 at the estimated age of 18. She was the subject of a popular internet meme and the mascot for Dogecoin cryptocurrency. Kabosu's owner, Atsuko Sato, posted a picture of the dog online in 2010. The image gained popularity and became a meme featuring captions in broken English. The image was later sold as a digital artwork for $4 million and inspired the creation of Dogecoin, a cryptocurrency that is currently the eighth most valuable. Kabosu became ill in late 2022 and Sato credits support from fans for helping the dog through the illness. A statue of Kabosu was unveiled in a park in Japan in November 2023. Sato and Dogecoin organizations have also donated to charities.
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Shiba Inu Doge Meme Star Kabosu Passes Away at 18
Kabosu, a Shiba Inu dog, passed away on May 24, 2024 at the estimated age of 18. She was the subject of a popular internet meme and the mascot for Dogecoin cryptocurrency. Kabosu's owner, Atsuko Sato, posted a picture of the dog online in 2010. The image gained popularity and became a meme featuring captions in broken English. The image was later sold as a digital artwork for $4 million and inspired the creation of Dogecoin, a cryptocurrency that is currently the eighth most valuable. Kabosu became ill in late 2022 and Sato credits support from fans for helping the dog through the illness. A statue of Kabosu was unveiled in a park in Japan in November 2023. Sato and Dogecoin organizations have also donated to charities.
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Written by Eupraxia on May 20, 2024
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On May 19, 2024, Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi tragically died in a helicopter crash. The helicopter, which was carrying Raisi and several high-ranking officials, crashed in a mountainous area in northwestern Iran, close to the borders with Azerbaijan and Turkey. The president and all other passengers on board were killed, including Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, East Azerbaijan's Governor Malek Rahmati, and Ayatollah Mohammad Ali Ale-Hashem, the Supreme Leader's representative in East Azerbaijan province.
The crash occurred as President Raisi was returning from the inauguration of a dam on the Aras River, an event that was also attended by Azerbaijan's President Ilham Aliyev. The cause of the crash is under investigation, but initial reports indicate challenging weather conditions in the region.
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Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi Dies in Helicopter Crash Near Azerbaijan Border
On May 19, 2024, Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi tragically died in a helicopter crash. The helicopter, which was carrying Raisi and several high-ranking officials, crashed in a mountainous area in northwestern Iran, close to the borders with Azerbaijan and Turkey. The president and all other passengers on board were killed, including Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, East Azerbaijan's Governor Malek Rahmati, and Ayatollah Mohammad Ali Ale-Hashem, the Supreme Leader's representative in East Azerbaijan province.
The crash occurred as President Raisi was returning from the inauguration of a dam on the Aras River, an event that was also attended by Azerbaijan's President Ilham Aliyev. The cause of the crash is under investigation, but initial reports indicate challenging weather conditions in the region.
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Written by Eupraxia on May 12, 2024
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Switzerland's Nemo won the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest on Saturday night in Malmö, Sweden. The singer injured his thumb when he broke the glass trophy shaped like a microphone after his victory performance, which concluded the four-hour event.
At the press conference after the show, Nemo said, “I didn’t just break ‘The Code’ I also broke the trophy,” while holding a bandaged hand. “I broke my thumb as well. But I got a new [trophy] so I technically have two now.”
Nemo's Eurovision victory was Switzerland's third, and the first since Canadian artist Celine Dion triumphed singing for the Alpine country with "Ne Partez Pas Sans Moi."
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Switzerland wins Eurovision Song Contest 2024 with the song "The Code", injures his thumb after his trophy breaks
Switzerland's Nemo won the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest on Saturday night in Malmö, Sweden. The singer injured his thumb when he broke the glass trophy shaped like a microphone after his victory performance, which concluded the four-hour event.
At the press conference after the show, Nemo said, “I didn’t just break ‘The Code’ I also broke the trophy,” while holding a bandaged hand. “I broke my thumb as well. But I got a new [trophy] so I technically have two now.”
Nemo's Eurovision victory was Switzerland's third, and the first since Canadian artist Celine Dion triumphed singing for the Alpine country with "Ne Partez Pas Sans Moi."
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Written by Eupraxia on May 7, 2024
Windowsoft has announced the shutdown of his old server, and he will no longer give updates to admins or his server in general as of May 6, 2024 due to inactivity and mental health issues. Instead, he has his new server running.
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Windowsoft announces the closure of his old server
Windowsoft has announced the shutdown of his old server, and he will no longer give updates to admins or his server in general as of May 6, 2024 due to inactivity and mental health issues. Instead, he has his new server running.
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Written by Eupraxia on Apr 27, 2024
SVT, a Swedish national public television broadcaster, has revealed the stage design for the upcoming Eurovision Song Contest. The creative team, including lighting and screen content designer Fredrik Stormby and production designer Florian Wieder, has created a 360-degree experience for the live audience and viewers at home. The design features a cross-shaped stage with movable LED cubes, LED floors, and advanced lighting and video technology. A large-scale video and light installation forms the focal point, allowing the lighting design to adapt to each artist and their performance. Green Wall Designs, a company known for large-scale productions, aims to achieve lower energy consumption by utilizing LED and laser light sources exclusively. The 68th Eurovision Song Contest will culminate in the Grand Final on May 11th, 2024.
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Eurovision 2024 official stage design revealed
SVT, a Swedish national public television broadcaster, has revealed the stage design for the upcoming Eurovision Song Contest. The creative team, including lighting and screen content designer Fredrik Stormby and production designer Florian Wieder, has created a 360-degree experience for the live audience and viewers at home. The design features a cross-shaped stage with movable LED cubes, LED floors, and advanced lighting and video technology. A large-scale video and light installation forms the focal point, allowing the lighting design to adapt to each artist and their performance. Green Wall Designs, a company known for large-scale productions, aims to achieve lower energy consumption by utilizing LED and laser light sources exclusively. The 68th Eurovision Song Contest will culminate in the Grand Final on May 11th, 2024.
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Written by Eupraxia on Apr 24, 2024
Indonesia Majapahit NDPCA's server, also known as IndoMaja's Basement, has been nuked by two unverified bots named 'Drunk Memer' and 'Arcane' who were accidentally added to the server by a user named 'strapig' who hates him
Before the deletion of his old server, a user named @remixcrt.io said on the server that the bot might steal someone's password but nothing happened, and Torontoball advised someone not to panic and not to leave the server.
IndoMaja created his new server after the deletion of his old server, and has said that he thinks that these bots were "puppeting them". Also, RemixVR said that people sometimes can create bots to impersonate verified bots including Dyno, Wick, Carl-bot, and Dank Memer.
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IndoMaja's Basement nuked by an unverified bot named 'Drunk Memer'
Indonesia Majapahit NDPCA's server, also known as IndoMaja's Basement, has been nuked by two unverified bots named 'Drunk Memer' and 'Arcane' who were accidentally added to the server by a user named 'strapig' who hates him
Before the deletion of his old server, a user named @remixcrt.io said on the server that the bot might steal someone's password but nothing happened, and Torontoball advised someone not to panic and not to leave the server.
IndoMaja created his new server after the deletion of his old server, and has said that he thinks that these bots were "puppeting them". Also, RemixVR said that people sometimes can create bots to impersonate verified bots including Dyno, Wick, Carl-bot, and Dank Memer.
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Written by Eupraxia on Apr 22, 2024
A YouTuber named 'Nexus', who plays Geometry Dash, has been hacked by a crypto scam, resulting in his channel name being changed to 'MicroStrategy', his videos being either private or removed, and a live video broadcasting about crypto scams. 'Notmyfault', a Polish Geometry Dash YouTuber, has stated that we hope that all of the victims will recover their channels.
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Geometry Dash YouTuber named 'Nexus' hacked by crypto scams
A YouTuber named 'Nexus', who plays Geometry Dash, has been hacked by a crypto scam, resulting in his channel name being changed to 'MicroStrategy', his videos being either private or removed, and a live video broadcasting about crypto scams. 'Notmyfault', a Polish Geometry Dash YouTuber, has stated that we hope that all of the victims will recover their channels.
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Written by Eupraxia on Apr 19, 2024
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A website called Spy.pet claims to have amassed a massive database of public Discord messages. This data, containing billions of messages from nearly 620 million users, is now reportedly being sold for cryptocurrency.
The alarming part? Spy.pet doesn't just offer the messages. They compile detailed user profiles, linking Discord aliases to social media and Steam accounts. This creates a goldmine for potential surveillance and harassment.
Their audacity doesn't stop there. They advertise an "enterprise option" – a chilling suggestion for training AI on stolen data. The owner even mocks privacy concerns with a meme, further fueling the sense of violation.
Discord, understandably, is investigating Spy.pet for violating its terms of service. The legality of the site's actions is also in question, potentially breaching European data protection laws. While the US lacks similar regulations, the potential sale of children's data could still land them in hot water.
This incident serves as a stark reminder: treat Discord messages with caution. Public servers, even those invite-only with friends, aren't truly private. If complete privacy is your goal, consider another platform.
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Website called Spy.pet selling billions of scraped Discord messages raises privacy concerns
A website called Spy.pet claims to have amassed a massive database of public Discord messages. This data, containing billions of messages from nearly 620 million users, is now reportedly being sold for cryptocurrency.
The alarming part? Spy.pet doesn't just offer the messages. They compile detailed user profiles, linking Discord aliases to social media and Steam accounts. This creates a goldmine for potential surveillance and harassment.
Their audacity doesn't stop there. They advertise an "enterprise option" – a chilling suggestion for training AI on stolen data. The owner even mocks privacy concerns with a meme, further fueling the sense of violation.
Discord, understandably, is investigating Spy.pet for violating its terms of service. The legality of the site's actions is also in question, potentially breaching European data protection laws. While the US lacks similar regulations, the potential sale of children's data could still land them in hot water.
This incident serves as a stark reminder: treat Discord messages with caution. Public servers, even those invite-only with friends, aren't truly private. If complete privacy is your goal, consider another platform.
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Written by Eupraxia on Apr 9, 2024
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Adolf Ogi, an Albanian YouTuber and the leader of OGISM, who is known for anti-Geotubing, has been terminated due to copyright infringement. The OGISM member and anti-Geotubing YouTuber Artsakh Patriot has said that he and others will restore OGISM to its glory if Adolf Ogi quits YouTube and will not come back. Additionally, he hopes that Adolf Ogi will appeal his account to get reinstated or create his new channel, it is unsure whether Adolf Ogi will come back or not.
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Albanian Anti-Geotubing Troll YouTuber usernamed 'Adolf Ogi' terminated from YouTube
Adolf Ogi, an Albanian YouTuber and the leader of OGISM, who is known for anti-Geotubing, has been terminated due to copyright infringement. The OGISM member and anti-Geotubing YouTuber Artsakh Patriot has said that he and others will restore OGISM to its glory if Adolf Ogi quits YouTube and will not come back. Additionally, he hopes that Adolf Ogi will appeal his account to get reinstated or create his new channel, it is unsure whether Adolf Ogi will come back or not.
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Written by Eupraxia on Apr 9, 2024
North America experienced a rare total solar eclipse, the last to occur in the region in two decades. The event took place on Mexico's west coast, with tourists gathering on beaches. The eclipse path, which spanned from Mexico to Texas, was cancelled due to severe weather threats. Schools in several states also cancelled classes, allowing students to enjoy the event safely. In Washington D.C., the eclipse reached over 87% coverage, and golfers took a moment from practice to witness the celestial event. The eclipse caused a brief pause at the prestigious Masters Tournament in Georgia.
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North America witnesses rare total eclipse
North America experienced a rare total solar eclipse, the last to occur in the region in two decades. The event took place on Mexico's west coast, with tourists gathering on beaches. The eclipse path, which spanned from Mexico to Texas, was cancelled due to severe weather threats. Schools in several states also cancelled classes, allowing students to enjoy the event safely. In Washington D.C., the eclipse reached over 87% coverage, and golfers took a moment from practice to witness the celestial event. The eclipse caused a brief pause at the prestigious Masters Tournament in Georgia.
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Written by Eupraxia on Apr 4, 2024
A magnitude 7.4 earthquake that hit Hualien County in Taiwan on Wednesday morning at 07:58 local time (11:58 GMT), was felt across the whole territory of Taiwan, killing at least 4 persons and injuring more than 62.
The epicenter of the reported earthquake was located off the eastern coast of the island 25 kilometers southeast of Hualien City at a depth of 15.5 kilometers according to local seismologists.
While the tremors were also reported in China's eastern Fujian and Jiangsu provinces, twenty more aftershocks were reported to follow in the region at the issue.
Following an earthquake that hit southwest Japan, the Japanese meteorological issued a tsunami warning with waves reportedly reaching the height of three meters for the Japan's Okinawa Prefecture.
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Magnitude 7.7 hits Hualien County, killing 4 and injuring 62 in Taiwan
A magnitude 7.4 earthquake that hit Hualien County in Taiwan on Wednesday morning at 07:58 local time (11:58 GMT), was felt across the whole territory of Taiwan, killing at least 4 persons and injuring more than 62.
The epicenter of the reported earthquake was located off the eastern coast of the island 25 kilometers southeast of Hualien City at a depth of 15.5 kilometers according to local seismologists.
While the tremors were also reported in China's eastern Fujian and Jiangsu provinces, twenty more aftershocks were reported to follow in the region at the issue.
Following an earthquake that hit southwest Japan, the Japanese meteorological issued a tsunami warning with waves reportedly reaching the height of three meters for the Japan's Okinawa Prefecture.
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Written by Eupraxia on Mar 29, 2024
Countryball and EAS YouTuber Torontoball has announced that he will be shutting down his server on March 30, 2023, at 16:00 GMT due to many reasons that caused a downfall, which led to his mental health issues and an inability to make videos on YouTube.
In his announcement, he cites several reasons for the closure, including inactivity, toxicity, and negative impacts on mental health, and has said that he would be switching to making videos on YouTube instead of managing his server. Also, he has advised someone not to ask him for any invites to his server as they cannot socialize with someone on his server.
Torontoball encourages those who wish to chat with them to reach out via DMs using the handle @torontoball (Torontoball#4211).
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BREAKING: Torontoball announces his server closure
Countryball and EAS YouTuber Torontoball has announced that he will be shutting down his server on March 30, 2023, at 16:00 GMT due to many reasons that caused a downfall, which led to his mental health issues and an inability to make videos on YouTube.
In his announcement, he cites several reasons for the closure, including inactivity, toxicity, and negative impacts on mental health, and has said that he would be switching to making videos on YouTube instead of managing his server. Also, he has advised someone not to ask him for any invites to his server as they cannot socialize with someone on his server.
Torontoball encourages those who wish to chat with them to reach out via DMs using the handle @torontoball (Torontoball#4211).
We will continue to update breaking news as it becomes available.
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Written by Eupraxia on Mar 26, 2024
A major bridge in Baltimore, Maryland, partially collapsed early Tuesday morning after a cargo ship collided with it, sending multiple vehicles plunging into Patapsco River below.
Emergency responders are searching for at least seven people believed to be in the water. The incident occurred around 1:30 am EST (5:30 am GMT) when a vessel struck the Francis Scott Key Bridge, reportedly catching fire before sinking. Footage captured on a live stream aired by a channel named 'StreamTime Live' on YouTube appears to show a significant portion of the bridge giving way.
"Our focus right now is trying to rescue and recover these people," said Baltimore Fire Department communications director Kevin Cartwright. He described the situation as a "developing mass casualty event" and noted the presence of unstable debris from the bridge complicating rescue efforts.
Coast Guard officials confirmed receiving reports of the collision shortly after 1:27 am. The Singapore-flagged cargo ship involved, identified as the Dali, was reportedly departing Baltimore for Colombo, Sri Lanka.
Baltimore Mayor Brandon M. Scott and County Executive Johnny Olszewski Jr. assured the public that emergency personnel are at the scene and rescue efforts are ongoing.
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BREAKING: Bridge collapses in water after cargo ship collision
A major bridge in Baltimore, Maryland, partially collapsed early Tuesday morning after a cargo ship collided with it, sending multiple vehicles plunging into Patapsco River below.
Emergency responders are searching for at least seven people believed to be in the water. The incident occurred around 1:30 am EST (5:30 am GMT) when a vessel struck the Francis Scott Key Bridge, reportedly catching fire before sinking. Footage captured on a live stream aired by a channel named 'StreamTime Live' on YouTube appears to show a significant portion of the bridge giving way.
"Our focus right now is trying to rescue and recover these people," said Baltimore Fire Department communications director Kevin Cartwright. He described the situation as a "developing mass casualty event" and noted the presence of unstable debris from the bridge complicating rescue efforts.
Coast Guard officials confirmed receiving reports of the collision shortly after 1:27 am. The Singapore-flagged cargo ship involved, identified as the Dali, was reportedly departing Baltimore for Colombo, Sri Lanka.
Baltimore Mayor Brandon M. Scott and County Executive Johnny Olszewski Jr. assured the public that emergency personnel are at the scene and rescue efforts are ongoing.
We will continue to update breaking news as it becomes available.
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Written by Eupraxia on Mar 25, 2024
Asiana Airlines is set to retire its last Boeing 747-400 by the end of March, marking the end of an era for the South Korean carrier. The aircraft, HL7428, MSN28552, will operate on one flight daily between Seoul Incheon and Taipei until its retirement.
Between March 1st and 25th, the aircraft will operate flight OZ711/OZ712, which is currently operated by 777-200s, according to the airline's schedule. The 747 was delivered to Asiana in 1999 on lease from GECAS and took ownership in 2005. It is powered by four GE Aviation CF6 turbofans and seats 398 passengers in three classes.
The 747 was parked in Seoul during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 but briefly returned to service in the second half of the year. It was parked again in May 2022 but rejoined the operating fleet in July, operating flights to Changchun in northeastern China.
According to Cirium fleets data, Air China is the only remaining passenger -400 operator, with one example operating several domestic flights. Other operators, such as Air India, Qantas, and Thai Airways International, retired the type during the pandemic when passenger travel demand plummeted amid border closures. Asiana's compatriot Korean Air operates 747-8s.
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Asiana Says Goodbye to its Last Passenger Boeing 747
Asiana Airlines is set to retire its last Boeing 747-400 by the end of March, marking the end of an era for the South Korean carrier. The aircraft, HL7428, MSN28552, will operate on one flight daily between Seoul Incheon and Taipei until its retirement.
Between March 1st and 25th, the aircraft will operate flight OZ711/OZ712, which is currently operated by 777-200s, according to the airline's schedule. The 747 was delivered to Asiana in 1999 on lease from GECAS and took ownership in 2005. It is powered by four GE Aviation CF6 turbofans and seats 398 passengers in three classes.
The 747 was parked in Seoul during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 but briefly returned to service in the second half of the year. It was parked again in May 2022 but rejoined the operating fleet in July, operating flights to Changchun in northeastern China.
According to Cirium fleets data, Air China is the only remaining passenger -400 operator, with one example operating several domestic flights. Other operators, such as Air India, Qantas, and Thai Airways International, retired the type during the pandemic when passenger travel demand plummeted amid border closures. Asiana's compatriot Korean Air operates 747-8s.
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Written by Eupraxia on Mar 23, 2024
The Kremlin has said in a statement that 11 suspects, including 4 gunmen who were involved directly in the killings of over 100 people linked to the attack followed by a massive fire at the concert near Moscow, were arrested.
The Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) claimed responsibility for the deadliest attack in Russia in 20 years. However, despite a statement from Ukrainian presidential adviser Mykhailo Podolyak that Kyiv had nothing to do with it, there were indications that Russia was seeking a Ukrainian link.
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4 gunmen among 11 suspects arrested after attack on Moscow concert hall killing over 100 people; ISIS claims responsibility
The Kremlin has said in a statement that 11 suspects, including 4 gunmen who were involved directly in the killings of over 100 people linked to the attack followed by a massive fire at the concert near Moscow, were arrested.
The Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) claimed responsibility for the deadliest attack in Russia in 20 years. However, despite a statement from Ukrainian presidential adviser Mykhailo Podolyak that Kyiv had nothing to do with it, there were indications that Russia was seeking a Ukrainian link.
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Written by Eupraxia on Mar 22, 2024
After four years of dedicated involvement, Windowsoft has announced he decided to retire from Garry's Mod Trainbuild on March 11th, 2024 due to no longer being entertaining, lack of funny stuff, being very boring, lack of motivation, and barely any free time. Departing from Trainbuild, he will for now work with aviation content.
In a statement, Windowsoft revealed his intentions for a farewell event on October 7th, marking his final run on GMTB before bidding adieu to the Trainbuild community for good. Additionally, he disclosed plans to transform Windowsoft Railways into an airline venture, symbolizing a new chapter in his digital pursuits.
However, Windowsoft has scheduled significant milestones before his departure. On September 4th, he will host his last OPS session in GMTB, endeavoring to leave a lasting impression before his exit. Furthermore, he plans to craft his final locomotive on September 23rd, intending to distribute it amongst the GMTB community as a token of remembrance.
The impending departure also extends to other projects under Windowsoft's purview. Y&NW and PERR, two prominent ventures, are slated for closure on June 27th and August 12th, respectively. Windowsoft plans to liquidate his assets as part of his transition.
Explaining his decision to retire from Trainbuild, Windowsoft cited various factors, including a diminishing sense of entertainment, lack of humor, and waning motivation. With limited free time and a desire for new challenges, Windowsoft finds solace in exploring aviation content.
In his post-retirement, Windowsoft intends to focus primarily on aviation-related content creation. Additionally, he will undertake moderation duties on a separate server boasting a membership of 300 individuals, diversifying his digital engagement beyond the Trainbuild landscape.
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Windowsoft's Trainbuild Adventure Shuts Down After Four Years
After four years of dedicated involvement, Windowsoft has announced he decided to retire from Garry's Mod Trainbuild on March 11th, 2024 due to no longer being entertaining, lack of funny stuff, being very boring, lack of motivation, and barely any free time. Departing from Trainbuild, he will for now work with aviation content.
In a statement, Windowsoft revealed his intentions for a farewell event on October 7th, marking his final run on GMTB before bidding adieu to the Trainbuild community for good. Additionally, he disclosed plans to transform Windowsoft Railways into an airline venture, symbolizing a new chapter in his digital pursuits.
However, Windowsoft has scheduled significant milestones before his departure. On September 4th, he will host his last OPS session in GMTB, endeavoring to leave a lasting impression before his exit. Furthermore, he plans to craft his final locomotive on September 23rd, intending to distribute it amongst the GMTB community as a token of remembrance.
The impending departure also extends to other projects under Windowsoft's purview. Y&NW and PERR, two prominent ventures, are slated for closure on June 27th and August 12th, respectively. Windowsoft plans to liquidate his assets as part of his transition.
Explaining his decision to retire from Trainbuild, Windowsoft cited various factors, including a diminishing sense of entertainment, lack of humor, and waning motivation. With limited free time and a desire for new challenges, Windowsoft finds solace in exploring aviation content.
In his post-retirement, Windowsoft intends to focus primarily on aviation-related content creation. Additionally, he will undertake moderation duties on a separate server boasting a membership of 300 individuals, diversifying his digital engagement beyond the Trainbuild landscape.
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Written by Eupraxia on Mar 15, 2024
Paul Alexander, a 78-year-old man who defied limitations after contracting polio as a child, died at a Dallas hospital. He was confined to an iron lung for most of his life, but he achieved remarkable feats, earning a law degree, writing a book, and connecting with a global audience through social media. Alexander's resilience and positive outlook resonated with many, as evidenced by his millions of views on TikTok. His book, "Three Minutes for a Dog: My Life in an Iron Lung," reflects his determination to achieve his goal.
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Paul Alexander, Iron Lung Survivor for 70 Years, Passes Away
Paul Alexander, a 78-year-old man who defied limitations after contracting polio as a child, died at a Dallas hospital. He was confined to an iron lung for most of his life, but he achieved remarkable feats, earning a law degree, writing a book, and connecting with a global audience through social media. Alexander's resilience and positive outlook resonated with many, as evidenced by his millions of views on TikTok. His book, "Three Minutes for a Dog: My Life in an Iron Lung," reflects his determination to achieve his goal.
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Written by Eupraxia on Mar 15, 2024
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Thai Countryball YouTuber @ItzThaiAnimations has made his YouTube video exposing an Indonesian YouTuber Faqids, public again after claiming in his YouTube community post that Faqids deleted his apology post.
Following @ItzThaiAnimations, the Ukrainian-Canadian Countryball YouTuber Potoo has announced on his server named Balticsball Discord (formerly Estoniaball Fan Server) that he sent a screenshot claiming that he deleted his apology post in her DMs screenshoted by @yuqii (aka @perii).
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@ItzThaiAnimations made his exposure video public again after claiming that Faqids deleted his apology post
Thai Countryball YouTuber @ItzThaiAnimations has made his YouTube video exposing an Indonesian YouTuber Faqids, public again after claiming in his YouTube community post that Faqids deleted his apology post.
Following @ItzThaiAnimations, the Ukrainian-Canadian Countryball YouTuber Potoo has announced on his server named Balticsball Discord (formerly Estoniaball Fan Server) that he sent a screenshot claiming that he deleted his apology post in her DMs screenshoted by @yuqii (aka @perii).
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Written by Eupraxia on Mar 12, 2024
Thai Countryball YouTuber @ItzThaiAnimations has said in his community post that his exposure video was unlisted after the Indonesian Countryball YouTuber Faqids finally apologized to all the victims he had groomed or done inappropriate acts with. He also advised someone not to harass Faqids or anybody involved in this because the drama was over and apologized that he made his thumbnail saying that Faqids is a pedophile while Faqids is not because of his age.
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Faqids apologizes to all the victims he had groomed, @ItzThaiAnimations unlists his exposure video on him
Thai Countryball YouTuber @ItzThaiAnimations has said in his community post that his exposure video was unlisted after the Indonesian Countryball YouTuber Faqids finally apologized to all the victims he had groomed or done inappropriate acts with. He also advised someone not to harass Faqids or anybody involved in this because the drama was over and apologized that he made his thumbnail saying that Faqids is a pedophile while Faqids is not because of his age.
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Written by Eupraxia on Mar 11, 2024
Thai Countryball YouTuber @ItzThaiAnimations has exposed an Indonesian YouTuber Faqids for grooming a 14-year-old user named @yuqii (aka @perii) who announced that she is a victim of grooming after getting groomed by him. In the video he uploaded, @ItzThaiAnimation has said that @yuqii wants us to spread her message, he showed her message and claimed that Faqids has connected his YouTube channel to his Discord account named 'Twenty-Nien', made inappropriate art of the other victims, wanted to draw a German-Moroccan Countryball YouTuber 'sh4wt1ez' in an inappropriate way, and is 15 and @yuqii is 14. "Lets spread this together. Let he deserves the worse of all." @ItzThaiAnimation has also said.
Ukrainian-Canadian Countryball YouTuber Potooist Productions has also uploaded a video exposing Faqids following @ItzThaiAnimations
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Indonesian Countryball YouTuber Faqids exposed by @ItzThaiAnimations for grooming a 14-year-old
Thai Countryball YouTuber @ItzThaiAnimations has exposed an Indonesian YouTuber Faqids for grooming a 14-year-old user named @yuqii (aka @perii) who announced that she is a victim of grooming after getting groomed by him. In the video he uploaded, @ItzThaiAnimation has said that @yuqii wants us to spread her message, he showed her message and claimed that Faqids has connected his YouTube channel to his Discord account named 'Twenty-Nien', made inappropriate art of the other victims, wanted to draw a German-Moroccan Countryball YouTuber 'sh4wt1ez' in an inappropriate way, and is 15 and @yuqii is 14. "Lets spread this together. Let he deserves the worse of all." @ItzThaiAnimation has also said.
Ukrainian-Canadian Countryball YouTuber Potooist Productions has also uploaded a video exposing Faqids following @ItzThaiAnimations
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Written by Eupraxia on Mar 11, 2024
Nintendo and Illumination have announced a new Super Mario Bros. movie for 2026, set to release on April 3. The sequel will feature the original movie's directors, Aaron Horvath and Michael Jelenic, and will expand the Mushroom Kingdom with a "bright and fun story." The movie is expected to break box office records and surpass Marvel's cinematic dominance. Other Mario news includes release dates for Paper Mario remake and Luigi's Mansion 2 HD.
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Super Mario Bros. Movie 2 Set for April 2026 Release
Nintendo and Illumination have announced a new Super Mario Bros. movie for 2026, set to release on April 3. The sequel will feature the original movie's directors, Aaron Horvath and Michael Jelenic, and will expand the Mushroom Kingdom with a "bright and fun story." The movie is expected to break box office records and surpass Marvel's cinematic dominance. Other Mario news includes release dates for Paper Mario remake and Luigi's Mansion 2 HD.
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Written by Eupraxia on Mar 8, 2024
Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) has announced the closure of Rooster Teeth, a studio known for its "Red vs. Blue" series and fan-centric content. The studio, which grew from a comedic series using gameplay footage from "Halo" to gaming content, podcasts, and video series, faced internal struggles and a shrinking subscriber base. WBD is now exploring selling the rights to popular shows like "RWBY" and "Red vs. Blue," reflecting a trend of cost-cutting and streamlining content.
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Rooster Teeth Announces Shutdown After 21 Years
Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) has announced the closure of Rooster Teeth, a studio known for its "Red vs. Blue" series and fan-centric content. The studio, which grew from a comedic series using gameplay footage from "Halo" to gaming content, podcasts, and video series, faced internal struggles and a shrinking subscriber base. WBD is now exploring selling the rights to popular shows like "RWBY" and "Red vs. Blue," reflecting a trend of cost-cutting and streamlining content.
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Written by Eupraxia on Mar 8, 2024
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'Dragon Ball' popular manga series creator and legendary manga artist Akira Toriyama has passed away at the age of 68 due to a blood clot in his brain. Toriyama entered the manga industry through a Weekly Shonen Jump competition and later became an editor. His debut title, "Wonder Island," was followed by popular titles like "Dr. Slump." "Dragon Ball" became a global sensation, selling over 260 million copies worldwide. The series has spawned numerous merchandise and video games, solidifying its status as a mega-franchise. Toriyama's influence extends beyond his creations, inspiring renowned manga artists like Eiichiro Oda. His career has earned him numerous accolades, including the Shogakukan Manga Award and a French government decoration.
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Legendary manga artist and Dragon Ball creator Akira Toriyama passes away at 68
'Dragon Ball' popular manga series creator and legendary manga artist Akira Toriyama has passed away at the age of 68 due to a blood clot in his brain. Toriyama entered the manga industry through a Weekly Shonen Jump competition and later became an editor. His debut title, "Wonder Island," was followed by popular titles like "Dr. Slump." "Dragon Ball" became a global sensation, selling over 260 million copies worldwide. The series has spawned numerous merchandise and video games, solidifying its status as a mega-franchise. Toriyama's influence extends beyond his creations, inspiring renowned manga artists like Eiichiro Oda. His career has earned him numerous accolades, including the Shogakukan Manga Award and a French government decoration.
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Written by Eupraxia on Mar 3, 2024
YouTube is planning to roll out the PiP feature to all non-premium users globally soon. Since 2022, YouTube has been offering this in the U.S., but it appears that it recently released this feature to some non-premium users in Europe last week.
This experiment is debunked by recent comments made by YouTube's X/Twitter account, which claims that using PiP outside of the US requires a Premium subscription.
Several Reddit posts highlight users who discover picture-in-picture (PiP) features on non-Premium accounts. Two European users have reported encountering the same feature in a different conversation
To activate the picture-in-picture feature on YouTube, go to the profile icon in the lower-right corner of the screen, go to the Settings icon in the upper-right corner, select General, and turn on the feature. If Google has started offering PIP for free in Europe, the functionality may gradually be made available for free in other areas as well.
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YouTube's PiP feature may be available globally to all non-premium users soon
YouTube is planning to roll out the PiP feature to all non-premium users globally soon. Since 2022, YouTube has been offering this in the U.S., but it appears that it recently released this feature to some non-premium users in Europe last week.
This experiment is debunked by recent comments made by YouTube's X/Twitter account, which claims that using PiP outside of the US requires a Premium subscription.
Several Reddit posts highlight users who discover picture-in-picture (PiP) features on non-Premium accounts. Two European users have reported encountering the same feature in a different conversation
To activate the picture-in-picture feature on YouTube, go to the profile icon in the lower-right corner of the screen, go to the Settings icon in the upper-right corner, select General, and turn on the feature. If Google has started offering PIP for free in Europe, the functionality may gradually be made available for free in other areas as well.
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Written by Eupraxia on Feb 27, 2024
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Google's AI program, Gemini, has been criticized for generating images of various groups, including white people, African Americans, and women. Users have reported instances of the tool replacing white individuals with people of color, even in historical contexts. The tool has also been accused of inconsistently handling race requests, with some images featuring black individuals as Nazi soldiers. Experts, including Professor William A. Jacobson from Cornell University, have expressed concerns about unintended bias being built into systems and the potential impact on real-world applications relying on bias-free algorithms. The current status of Gemini is uncertain.
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Google Pauses Gemini Image Generation Over Race Representation Concerns
Google's AI program, Gemini, has been criticized for generating images of various groups, including white people, African Americans, and women. Users have reported instances of the tool replacing white individuals with people of color, even in historical contexts. The tool has also been accused of inconsistently handling race requests, with some images featuring black individuals as Nazi soldiers. Experts, including Professor William A. Jacobson from Cornell University, have expressed concerns about unintended bias being built into systems and the potential impact on real-world applications relying on bias-free algorithms. The current status of Gemini is uncertain.
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Written by Eupraxia on Feb 1, 2024
Italian GeoTuber THE ITALIAN BALL, who was hated by italiaball, Torontoball, Iranian Mapping, Adolf Ogi, and other haters, has quit YouTube due to gaining fewer views, likes, comments, and subs. He has also said in his YouTube community post that his channel is totally dead.
We will continue to update breaking news as it becomes available.
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BREAKING: THE ITALIAN BALL quits YouTube due to gaining less views, likes, comments, and subs
Italian GeoTuber THE ITALIAN BALL, who was hated by italiaball, Torontoball, Iranian Mapping, Adolf Ogi, and other haters, has quit YouTube due to gaining fewer views, likes, comments, and subs. He has also said in his YouTube community post that his channel is totally dead.
We will continue to update breaking news as it becomes available.
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Written by Eupraxia on Jan 23, 2024
Netflix has unveiled a new trailer for its live-action adaptation of the beloved animated series, Avatar: The Last Airbender. The eight-episode series, set to premiere globally on February 22nd, follows the journey of Aang, the young Avatar destined to master water, earth, fire, and air to restore balance to a world threatened by the Fire Nation.
The eight-episode series features newcomers Gordon Cormier, Kiawentiio Tarbell, Ian Ousley, Dallas Liu, and Ken Leung, as well as established actors Paul Sun-Hyung Lee and Daniel Dae Kim. Showrunner Albert Kim has acknowledged the challenge of continuing the story after the original creators, Bryan Konietzko and Michael Dante DiMartino, departed in 2020. He emphasized the importance of delivering a fresh take for a new generation and emphasized the importance of remixing certain storylines to create a serialized drama experience.
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Avatar: The Last Airbender Soars Back to Life in Epic New Netflix Trailer
Netflix has unveiled a new trailer for its live-action adaptation of the beloved animated series, Avatar: The Last Airbender. The eight-episode series, set to premiere globally on February 22nd, follows the journey of Aang, the young Avatar destined to master water, earth, fire, and air to restore balance to a world threatened by the Fire Nation.
The eight-episode series features newcomers Gordon Cormier, Kiawentiio Tarbell, Ian Ousley, Dallas Liu, and Ken Leung, as well as established actors Paul Sun-Hyung Lee and Daniel Dae Kim. Showrunner Albert Kim has acknowledged the challenge of continuing the story after the original creators, Bryan Konietzko and Michael Dante DiMartino, departed in 2020. He emphasized the importance of delivering a fresh take for a new generation and emphasized the importance of remixing certain storylines to create a serialized drama experience.
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Written by Eupraxia on Jan 21, 2024
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s decision to utilize a presidential helicopter to attend a Coldplay concert last Friday has sparked public debate in the Philippines. Videos of Mr. Marcos enjoying the show circulated widely on social media, igniting criticism among many Filipinos.
The main point of contention: the use of taxpayer-funded resources for a personal event amidst Manila's notorious traffic woes. Manila, a metropolis encompassing 16 cities and roughly 13 million residents, holds the dubious title of "worst traffic in the world" among 387 cities surveyed.
While the concert venue, located about 30 kilometers north of Manila, would have taken regular concertgoers at least three hours to reach by road, Mr. Marcos opted for the swiftness of the helicopter.
The Presidential Security Group defended the decision, citing "unforeseen traffic complications" alongside the large number of attendees (40,000) as posing a potential security threat to the president, who attended with his wife.
However, many residents remain unconvinced. Social media comments expressed both frustration over the city's traffic and concerns about the misuse of public funds. Some, like Facebook user James Patrick Aristorenas, highlighted the optics of using official resources for personal activities, potentially constituting an abuse of power. Others, like Arvine Concepcion, questioned the financial implications, from helicopter usage and fuel to potential security costs.
While the debate continues, one thing is clear: Mr. Marcos' decision to take the "chopper to Coldplay" has left a complex mark on public discourse, raising questions about transparency, resource allocation, and the president's priorities in the face of everyday struggles faced by citizens.
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Marcos faces criticism for chopper trip to Coldplay concert
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s decision to utilize a presidential helicopter to attend a Coldplay concert last Friday has sparked public debate in the Philippines. Videos of Mr. Marcos enjoying the show circulated widely on social media, igniting criticism among many Filipinos.
The main point of contention: the use of taxpayer-funded resources for a personal event amidst Manila's notorious traffic woes. Manila, a metropolis encompassing 16 cities and roughly 13 million residents, holds the dubious title of "worst traffic in the world" among 387 cities surveyed.
While the concert venue, located about 30 kilometers north of Manila, would have taken regular concertgoers at least three hours to reach by road, Mr. Marcos opted for the swiftness of the helicopter.
The Presidential Security Group defended the decision, citing "unforeseen traffic complications" alongside the large number of attendees (40,000) as posing a potential security threat to the president, who attended with his wife.
However, many residents remain unconvinced. Social media comments expressed both frustration over the city's traffic and concerns about the misuse of public funds. Some, like Facebook user James Patrick Aristorenas, highlighted the optics of using official resources for personal activities, potentially constituting an abuse of power. Others, like Arvine Concepcion, questioned the financial implications, from helicopter usage and fuel to potential security costs.
While the debate continues, one thing is clear: Mr. Marcos' decision to take the "chopper to Coldplay" has left a complex mark on public discourse, raising questions about transparency, resource allocation, and the president's priorities in the face of everyday struggles faced by citizens.
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Written by Eupraxia on Jan 19, 2024
Thai-Canadian Countryball YouTuber Damboy Productions has announced that his old server, owned by his real-life friend Blober, is "unofficial" due to poor moderation. He said that he is currently creating his new server which is owned by Damboy Productions, and advised his server members to leave his old server.
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Damboy Productions announces his server is "unofficial" due to poor moderation
Thai-Canadian Countryball YouTuber Damboy Productions has announced that his old server, owned by his real-life friend Blober, is "unofficial" due to poor moderation. He said that he is currently creating his new server which is owned by Damboy Productions, and advised his server members to leave his old server.
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Written by Eupraxia on Jan 19, 2024
Russian authorities are investigating the YouTube series "Skibidi Toilet," featuring human-headed toilets fighting against electronic-headed people in Garry's Mod chaos. The show, which has amassed a loyal following, has been criticized for its potential harmful effect on children. A Moscow resident alerted police after seeing his child watching, calling for the videos to be blocked and even investigating creator Andrei Gerasimov. The investigation is aimed at ensuring the safety of children and promoting responsible content consumption.
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Russian authorities investigate viral "Skibidi Toilet" YouTube series
Russian authorities are investigating the YouTube series "Skibidi Toilet," featuring human-headed toilets fighting against electronic-headed people in Garry's Mod chaos. The show, which has amassed a loyal following, has been criticized for its potential harmful effect on children. A Moscow resident alerted police after seeing his child watching, calling for the videos to be blocked and even investigating creator Andrei Gerasimov. The investigation is aimed at ensuring the safety of children and promoting responsible content consumption.
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Written by Eupraxia on Jan 16, 2024
Iran's IRGC launched a missile strike in northern Iraq, targeting espionage centers and anti-Iranian terrorist groups. The strike landed near the US Consulate in Erbil, Iraq, raising concerns about potential escalation. The attack is retaliation for recent terrorist attacks near the burial site of Iranian General Qassem Soleimani. The strike's proximity to the US Consulate underscores power balance and potential escalation.
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Missile Hits Near US Consulate in Erbil, Iraq as Iran Retaliates Against Attacks
Iran's IRGC launched a missile strike in northern Iraq, targeting espionage centers and anti-Iranian terrorist groups. The strike landed near the US Consulate in Erbil, Iraq, raising concerns about potential escalation. The attack is retaliation for recent terrorist attacks near the burial site of Iranian General Qassem Soleimani. The strike's proximity to the US Consulate underscores power balance and potential escalation.
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Written by Eupraxia on Jan 16, 2024
YouTube's performance issues have sparked speculation of YouTube throttling ad blocker users. Adblock Plus has acknowledged the problem and promised a fix in 3.22.1. uBlock Origin developer Raymond Hill confirmed the issue is limited to Adblock Plus and its derivatives, suggesting YouTube is not solely responsible.
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Adblock Plus Bug Disrupts YouTube Functionality for Some Users
YouTube's performance issues have sparked speculation of YouTube throttling ad blocker users. Adblock Plus has acknowledged the problem and promised a fix in 3.22.1. uBlock Origin developer Raymond Hill confirmed the issue is limited to Adblock Plus and its derivatives, suggesting YouTube is not solely responsible.
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Written by Eupraxia on Jan 10, 2024
YouTube's MatPat, Matthew Patrick, has announced his retirement from hosting the Game Theorists empire after 13 years of dissecting video game lore and crafting theories. The platform, which began in 2011, has grown to over 18 million subscribers and has spawned spin-off channels like Film Theorists, Food Theorists, and Style Theorists. MatPat's retirement is not a rejection of his creation but a step back to reclaim the magic of the platform. His legacy of sparking curiosity and imagination will continue to inspire theorists of all ages.
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Game Theory Creator MatPat Bids Farewell to YouTube
YouTube's MatPat, Matthew Patrick, has announced his retirement from hosting the Game Theorists empire after 13 years of dissecting video game lore and crafting theories. The platform, which began in 2011, has grown to over 18 million subscribers and has spawned spin-off channels like Film Theorists, Food Theorists, and Style Theorists. MatPat's retirement is not a rejection of his creation but a step back to reclaim the magic of the platform. His legacy of sparking curiosity and imagination will continue to inspire theorists of all ages.
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Written by Eupraxia on Jan 10, 2024
Ecuador faces a potential internal conflict after a masked gunman stormed a live TV studio, threatening a state of emergency. The attack on TC Television in Guayaquil is part of a series of alarming incidents since the disappearance of Los Choneros leader Adolfo Macías, alias "Fito." President Noboa has declared a state of emergency, allowing military intervention and suspending civilian rights. The disappearance of Macías remains shrouded in mystery, and his return to the streets could lead to an escalation of violence. The country's response to the crisis depends on its policies and the nation's willingness to confront the underlying corruption that empowers criminal empires.
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Armed men storm TV station during live broadcast in Ecuador as attacks terrorize nation
Ecuador faces a potential internal conflict after a masked gunman stormed a live TV studio, threatening a state of emergency. The attack on TC Television in Guayaquil is part of a series of alarming incidents since the disappearance of Los Choneros leader Adolfo Macías, alias "Fito." President Noboa has declared a state of emergency, allowing military intervention and suspending civilian rights. The disappearance of Macías remains shrouded in mystery, and his return to the streets could lead to an escalation of violence. The country's response to the crisis depends on its policies and the nation's willingness to confront the underlying corruption that empowers criminal empires.
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Written by Eupraxia on Jan 2, 2024
A series of devastating earthquakes in western Japan, including a 7.6 magnitude quake, brought a grim New Year's to the region. At least 48 people lost their lives, thousands of homes and businesses were ruined, and aftershocks continued to rattle nerves. Prime Minister Fumio Kishida declared "saving lives is our priority" and deployed 1,000 troops to rescue those trapped under debris. News footage showed collapsed houses, flattened structures, overturned cars, and half-sunken ships in tsunami-hit bays. Although tsunami warnings were lifted, relief remains far from sight, and more major quakes could hit in the coming days.
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Western Japan Devastated by Earthquake Series, 48 people were killed, Rescue Efforts Ongoing
A series of devastating earthquakes in western Japan, including a 7.6 magnitude quake, brought a grim New Year's to the region. At least 48 people lost their lives, thousands of homes and businesses were ruined, and aftershocks continued to rattle nerves. Prime Minister Fumio Kishida declared "saving lives is our priority" and deployed 1,000 troops to rescue those trapped under debris. News footage showed collapsed houses, flattened structures, overturned cars, and half-sunken ships in tsunami-hit bays. Although tsunami warnings were lifted, relief remains far from sight, and more major quakes could hit in the coming days.
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Written by Eupraxia on Jan 2, 2024
A Japan Airlines plane crashed with a Coast Guard aircraft at Tokyo's Haneda Airport, causing a fire that left all 379 passengers and crew unharmed. The collision occurred on the way to Niigata airport, Japan's west coast, to deliver aid to those affected by a powerful earthquake that killed at least 48 people. Live footage broadcasted on NHK captured the blaze, with the captain of the Bombardier-built Dash-8 maritime patrol plane sustaining injuries. NHK reported at least 17 injuries among those evacuated from the passenger plane. The airport was closed and efforts to resume operations are underway. Japan's Prime Minister Fumio Kishida directed agencies to assess the damage and provide information to the public.
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Japan Airlines Plane Engulfed in Flames After Collision, Dramatic Escape for All Onboard
A Japan Airlines plane crashed with a Coast Guard aircraft at Tokyo's Haneda Airport, causing a fire that left all 379 passengers and crew unharmed. The collision occurred on the way to Niigata airport, Japan's west coast, to deliver aid to those affected by a powerful earthquake that killed at least 48 people. Live footage broadcasted on NHK captured the blaze, with the captain of the Bombardier-built Dash-8 maritime patrol plane sustaining injuries. NHK reported at least 17 injuries among those evacuated from the passenger plane. The airport was closed and efforts to resume operations are underway. Japan's Prime Minister Fumio Kishida directed agencies to assess the damage and provide information to the public.
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