These technical problems affected not only the Facebook application, but all Meta services, including WhatsApp Messenger, Threads, Meta Quest headsets and Instagram.
The hashtag #FacebookDown was causing a buzz on alternative social networks, allowing users to express their displeasure… or joy at Meta’s setback.
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Meta had not yet given a full explanation at the time of publishing.
No assurances on account security have been given, generating speculation among users.
Following its huge popularity on the big screen, Taylor Swift ‘s concert film The Eras Tour (Taylor’s Version) will soon be available on the Disney+ streaming platform!
And it wasn’t just the Eras Tour that went viral, but also this film-concert, which became the most lucrative theatrical project of all time, grossing over $260 million at the worldwide box office.
Now’s your chance to watch the concert from the comfort of your own home…
According to critics everywhere, Villeneuve has now established himself as one of the world’s elite directors – something we already knew, let’s face it.
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Dune: Part Two should take advantage of spring breaks around north america to extend its cinematic reign!
This financial success will also give a boost to the 2024 box office, which got off to a slow start, with receipts 13.5% lower than last year, despite a greater number of releases.
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Have you seen or will you be seeing Dune 2 in cinemas?
On Monday, the U.S. Supreme Court handed a significant victory to former President Donald Trump by reinstating his presidential candidacy. This crucial decision nullifies efforts by some states, such as Colorado, Illinois and Maine, to exclude Donald Trump’s name from the ballot due to his involvement in the January 6 Capitol Hill riots perpetrated by his supporters.
At the heart of this legal dispute lies the interpretation of the insurrectionary clause of the 14th Amendment, this constitutional change, adopted following the Civil War, outlaws the eligibility of individuals involved in rebellion. The Colorado Court previously ruled that Trump had encouraged his supporters to attack the Capitol, thus applying the 14th Amendment to prevent a presidential candidate from appearing on the ballot for the first time in history.
The Supreme Court’s unanimous decision emphasized that states cannot use the Insurrection Clause against presidential candidates without direct Congressional approval.
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This means that the decision will have implications for similar cases in the future.
The Court was divided on the scope of the decision. A majority of five out of nine justices held that the rule applies across the board, asserting that no state can exclude a candidate for federal office from the ballot. However, four justices felt that the scope of the decision should be limited to the specific case addressed by the Court, rather than applying broadly to all similar cases.
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The Supreme Court’s decision comes at a defining moment in the contest for the nomination in several states, where Donald Trump is widely regarded as the leading favorite.
Red Bull Racing team principal Christian Horner is facing widespread criticism following allegations of misconduct. A total of 79 emails, including screenshots of alleged WhatsApp conversations between Horner, Liberty Media and an unknown party, have been leaked.
The group includes F1 team officials and media.
BREAKING: F1 champion Max Verstappen wins season-opening Bahrain Grand Prix amid turmoil surrounding his Red Bull team principal Christian Horner. https://t.co/rRMsQmvZX3
The documents reportedly contain explicit material, such as nude photos of an unidentified man, suggestive texts and photos of Horner wearing various outfits. Some of the messages refer to a person called Geri, allegedly an allusion to Horner’s wife Geri Halliwell, who was a member of the Spice Girls.
Horner continues to maintain his innocence, however. He said through a spokeswoman that he respected the integrity and conclusions of an independent investigation, which dismissed all accusations.
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Jos Verstappen, Max’s father, publicly called on Horner to resign, saying the controversy could destabilize Red Bull’s environment and its championship wins. The Daily Mail’s publication of his disapproval adds a new layer to the internal dynamics within the organization, as tensions appear to be spreading.
The announcement comes after an internal Red Bull statement exonerating Horner of any misconduct following allegations of inappropriate behavior by an employee. Red Bull Racing has stated publicly that it is confident of the impartiality, fairness and thoroughness of the investigation.
Red Bull team principal Christian Horner dismissed “anonymous speculation” after alleged evidence in his misconduct investigation was widely distributed Thursday. https://t.co/vHkW9Vs5rc
The insistence of Toto Wolff, head of rival team Mercedes F1, which has seen its dominance of the sport diminish due to Red Bull’s recent successes, is another element stirring the pot.
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According to rumors, Wolff is even taking advantage of the situation to try and lure Max Verstappen to Mercedes, having lost Lewis Hamilton to Ferrari for next year.
The good news so far is that Geri Horner has publicly declared her support for her husband, and Red Bull’s majority shareholder has also reiterated his allegiance.
Elon Musk, in a move that highlights the tensions between big tech and AI ethics, has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI and Sam Altman, its CEO, over the ChatGPT platform.
In this complaint, OpenAI is accused of having strayed from its initial ideals and of having favored profits over its primary mission: to create artificial intelligence for humanity.
Its argument rests on the idea that OpenAI, at the outset, was a non-profit entity which, according to the complaint, had promised to make open source contributions to AI.
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In the lawsuit, Altman and co-founder Greg Brockman are accused of breaching their founding agreement after OpenAI began moving toward a more profit-oriented structure.
In particular, the lawsuit highlights Microsoft’s significant financial ties. Musk believes that Microsoft’s investment in OpenAI and its new “capped-profit” business model, adopted to attract funding, was the catalyst for this change.
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The move also revives an old debate about the ethics of AI and the responsibility of technology companies to ensure ethical conduct in AI development. Mr. Musk has expressed his concerns about AI, which he sees as a “double-edged sword”.
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This could be a turning point in the evolution and alignment of AI companies with broader societal goals.
Kansas City Chiefs fan Xavier Babudar, better known as “ChiefsAholic”, pleaded guilty to bank robbery and money laundering recently.
Remember that this over-the-top fanatic, who wears a werewolf disguise with a Chiefs jersey, caused a furor on social media last year due to a months-long manhunt (following robberies he committed).
According to the Department of Justice report, the 29-year-old pleaded guilty to two counts of money laundering and multi-state transportation of stolen property.
During his plea, Babudar indicated that he had carried out no less than nine bank robberies in 2022, as well as two other hold-ups while running away from the police last year.
He subsequently laundered the money he stole with the help of local casinos and online gambling.
To right the wrongs he caused, Babudar will have to pay $532,675 in restitution to the banks he robbed, and property related to his money-laundering activities will be confiscated, including a painting autographed by Patrick Mahomes, his idol and quarterback of the Kansas City Chiefs!
Babudar will be sentenced on July 10, and faces a maximum sentence of 50 years in prison without the possibility of parole…
Families in Glasgow, Scotland, were left disappointed when the Willy Wonka-themed event they had been looking forward to failed to live up to the expectations they had placed in it.
The event, aptly named Willy’s Chocolate Experience, failed to live up to its magical promise and triggered widespread frustration, even scaring the children.
The police were called to the scene, while the story spread like wildfire on the Internet.
By Saturday afternoon, the Willy Wonka-themed experience had been canceled and local police confirmed to NBC News that they were called to the scene after attendees who felt conned began demanding refunds. https://t.co/AzO0gdPY6D
Magical promises turned to disaster when ticket holders who had paid $44 each found themselves in a sterile warehouse, instead of the promised “optical wonders” and “extraordinary objects”.
Social media users were quick to share photos of the sparsely decorated, gloomy facility. This was in stark contrast to the advertised fantasy.
Organizers had promised guests “whimsical performances” as well as a wide variety of treats as they immersed themselves in “a world of pure imagination”. Families received meager portions of sweets and left disappointed and deceived.
Organizers were unprepared, as guests and performers reported. Actors were given scripts just before the event and had to improvise in the chaos.
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On a Facebook group created by disillusioned attendees, they voiced their complaints.
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They recounted how their children had been given jelly beans and others had run away from the supposedly enchanting, but not scary, characters.
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The organization apologized after the negative reactions. It admitted that the event had gone badly, and acknowledged the frustrations of not being able to deliver the enchanting experience promised.
Bradley Cooper and Gigi Hadid form a captivating Hollywood duo. Their relationship, which began last autumn, is the subject of widespread fascination. Recently, significant progress has been noted, with the couple openly discussing their future, suggesting that their bond runs deeper than mere fleeting flings.
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The actor’s recent purchase of a home has fueled speculation of a deeper engagement with Gigi… given its proximity to the model’s home!
According to a source reported by Closer magazine, Bradley Cooper is about to pop the big question (!), reflecting his love and belief that he’s hit the jackpot.
The couple reportedly share common interests and enjoy discussing friends, family, parenthood, and life. According to one source, their strong connection is based on open and honest communication. The lovers have also reportedly won the approval of their families, strengthening their relationship.
When things are going well…
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Despite busy careers, the couple reportedly spend a lot of time together, often spotted on walks around New York. Their outings lead to romantic scenes around town…
WeightWatchers International has been rocked by unexpected news: one of its most influential board members, Oprah Winfrey, has announced that she will not be standing for election next May.
This statement was confirmed by the company, sending shockwaves through the organization.
Oprah’s departure coincides with a financial crisis for WW. In 2023, its losses doubled to $88 million.
It seems that the company is suffering the repercussions of the rise in popularity of Ozempic-type weight-loss drugs, which are in high demand worldwide.
Ironically, it seems to be precisely for this reason that Oprah would slam the door on WeightWatchers, she who admitted to using a weight-loss drug, without naming Ozempic, a reference that everyone was quick to understand, however.
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Winfrey’s decision had a significant impact on the market, causing WeightWatchers shares to drop by more than 27% following the announcement.
Over the past few months, the celebrity has proudly flaunted a slimmer figure, attributing the change to medical treatment. Winfrey reportedly took the decision to leave the WeightWatchers board to avoid any perceived conflict of interest in relation to her use of personal weight-loss drugs.
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WeightWatchers finds itself at a crucial point in its future, facing the rise of the medical weight-loss industry, rightly or wrongly.
