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      Dwayne Johnson displays his affection as father to daughters

      Dwayne Johnson displays his affection as father to daughters

      Jun 21, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
      Dwayne Johnson, known for his action-hero persona, is equally celebrated for his role as a devoted father to Simone, Jasmine, and Tiana. This article explores his journey as a 'girl dad,' highlighting tender moments, parenting philosophy, and the profound impact fatherhood has had on his life.
      G7 calls for joint action on North Korean crypto theft, cybercrime

      G7 calls for joint action on North Korean crypto theft, cybercrime

      Jun 20, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
      G7 leaders have renewed their call for joint action against North Korean cryptocurrency thefts and wider cybercrime. The statement, adopted at the 2026 summit in France, expresses deep concern over DPRK's nuclear and missile programs funded by crypto thefts. Researchers link North Korean hackers to at least $2 billion stolen in 2025 alone, with total attributed exceeding $6.75 billion.
      YouTube adds new podcast features, including an AI recommendation tool and ‘Auto speed’

      YouTube adds new podcast features, including an AI recommendation tool and ‘Auto speed’

      May 31, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
      YouTube announced new podcast features for Premium users, including an AI recommendation tool that suggests podcasts based on mood and genres, and an 'Auto speed' feature that adjusts playback speed intelligently. The updates also include an on-the-go listening mode with quick controls. These features aim to enhance the podcast experience on YouTube, which saw over 800 million hours of podcast consumption in April 2026.
      The damning Amber Heard evidence the jury never saw

      The damning Amber Heard evidence the jury never saw

      May 31, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
      As Johnny Depp celebrates his defamation win, newly revealed evidence that jurors never saw casts further doubt on Amber Heard's allegations. The excluded materials include audio from Australia, texts to Heard's mother, and a friend's letter. These pieces, ruled inadmissible for legal reasons, undermine key parts of Heard's testimony. Explore the full story of what the jury missed and its implications.
      Paul Mescal on the "privilege" and "responsibility" of bringing LGBTQ+ stories to film

      Paul Mescal on the "privilege" and "responsibility" of bringing LGBTQ+ stories to film

      May 31, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
      Paul Mescal has reflected on the responsibility that comes with telling queer stories in film. In an interview with OUT while promoting his new film 'History of Sound' with Josh O'Connor, Mescal emphasized the difficulty of getting these stories made. He described it as a remarkable privilege and a significant responsibility given the current polarized society.
      Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai Cast Fees: Varun Dhawan Takes Home Rs 30 Crore, How Much Did Mrunal, Pooja Earn?

      Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai Cast Fees: Varun Dhawan Takes Home Rs 30 Crore, How Much Did Mrunal, Pooja Earn?

      May 31, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
      The romantic comedy Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai, starring Varun Dhawan, Mrunal Thakur, and Pooja Hegde, releases on June 5. Reports reveal Varun earned a whopping Rs 30 crore, while Mrunal and Pooja took home Rs 5 crore and Rs 4 crore respectively. Also in the cast are Mouni Roy, Chunky Panday, and Rakesh Bedi. Directed by David Dhawan, the film is made on a budget of Rs 55 crore.
      Billie Eilish Doesn't Know if There Will Ever Be Another Billie Eilish

      Billie Eilish Doesn't Know if There Will Ever Be Another Billie Eilish

      May 31, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
      Nearly a decade after 'Ocean Eyes' launched her career, Billie Eilish reflects on the changing music landscape. She doubts another artist can follow the same path due to algorithm saturation and AI-generated content, yet remains optimistic about human-made art and live experiences. Her new concert film with James Cameron underscores the value of IRL connection.
      How AI is changing open source

      How AI is changing open source

      May 30, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
      The open source landscape is undergoing a profound transformation as artificial intelligence workloads demand robust, standardized infrastructure. Rather than fading away, open source projects like Kubernetes, Cilium, and OpenTelemetry are becoming the critical control plane for AI operations. Major technology companies are pouring resources into these projects, not out of altruism, but to shape the standards that underpin AI deployment. This shift marks a move from romanticized community efforts to strategic corporate investments that determine how AI systems are built and governed.
      AI optimization: How we cut energy costs in social media recommendation systems

      AI optimization: How we cut energy costs in social media recommendation systems

      May 30, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
      This article details how a software engineer at Meta and Google optimized the data pipeline for Instagram Reels recommendations. By implementing lazy logging, batched storage schemas, and feature auditing, the team achieved megawatt-scale energy savings and reduced annual operating expenses by eight figures. The techniques focus on rethinking the 'plumbing' behind AI models.
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