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Russia blocks Roblox over "LGBT propaganda" and extremist material Russia’s communications regulator Roskomnadzor has blocked the popular gaming platform Roblox, accusing it of distributing extremist content and "LGBT propaganda." The agency said the platform contains material it deems harmful to children and cited the country’s laws that restrict such content. The move is part of a broader campaign targeting international apps and services that Russian authorities say promote ideas at odds with state policy. Earlier actions in the same vein included pressure on other apps to change content; the government recently pushed the language app Duolingo to delete references to what it calls "non-traditional sexual relations." Why Roblox was targeted Roskomnadzor alleged that some user-generated content on Roblox contained extremist materials and "LGBT propaganda." Russian authorities argue such content can…

Epic bans indie game 'Horses' 24 hours before launch; developer left with few storefront options Indie studio Santa Ragione says its latest horror game, Horses, has been removed from the Epic Games Store just 24 hours before the planned release — following an earlier ban from Steam. Epic reportedly cited violations of its inappropriate and hateful/abusive content policies; the studio says the game is a critique of violence and that the decision gives no specific examples. Horses is a short ($5) horror title about a college student working on a farm where the “horses” are actually adults wearing equine masks. Santa Ragione says nudity is pixelated and sexual scenes are brief and censored. Despite these defenses, Epic denied the studio’s appeal within twelve hours, leaving GOG and Itch.io as the…

Waymo expands robotaxi testing to four more US cities Waymo has started trials of its robotaxi service in Philadelphia and will soon begin supervised testing in Baltimore, St. Louis and Pittsburgh. Initial runs include human safety monitors in the vehicle as the company collects data and refines systems before rolling out fully driverless operation. The tests are part of a broader, staged expansion: Waymo currently accepts passengers in cities including Los Angeles, Phoenix, Atlanta, Austin and the San Francisco Bay Area, and has announced further launches such as San Diego, Las Vegas and Detroit. After supervised testing, the company plans to transition to fully autonomous service similar to deployments it has already performed in Miami. Regional and international plans New US trials: Philadelphia (already underway with safety monitors), Baltimore, St.…

Nikon ZR review: RED RAW, huge display and pro video features for $2,200 Nikon’s new ZR is a video‑first full‑frame mirrorless camera priced at $2,200 that packs features usually reserved for much pricier cinema rigs. It’s the first consumer model to record RED’s 12‑bit R3D RAW (R3D NE light) while keeping fast, reliable autofocus, a massive 4‑inch 1,000‑nit display and pro monitoring tools. The ZR handles native 6K up to 60 fps, 4K up to 120 fps and 1080p at 240 fps. It supports RED Log3G10, Nikon’s N‑RAW, ProRes/ProRes RAW and H.265, and can record 6K RAW continuously for long takes (Nikon reports up to 125 minutes without overheating). Audio-wise it offers 32‑bit float internal capture and decent directional mics for quick shoots. Design and handling Light but solid body…

OpenAI in 'crisis mode': focus shifts to ChatGPT improvements as ad plans pause OpenAI has reportedly moved into an internal "crisis mode," directing teams to prioritize improvements to ChatGPT over the coming weeks. According to reporting that cites an internal memo, the company is temporarily shelving plans around advertising and other initiatives while engineers focus on shoring up the model and product experience. The memo — said to reflect rising pressure from competitors (notably Google) and the need to address performance, safety or reliability concerns — signals a short‑term pivot toward product stabilization. OpenAI appears to be prioritizing engineering and quality work rather than new commercial rollouts. Key takeaways Priority shift: Teams will concentrate on ChatGPT improvements and fixes in the near term. Ad plans paused: Monetization efforts such as…

Uber adds robotaxis to Dallas via Avride — what to expect Uber has started offering autonomous vehicle rides in Dallas in partnership with Avride. The service appears as an option in the Uber app starting today; initially the AVs will operate with a human safety driver in the front seat, with fully driverless service planned in the future. Riders can increase their chances of being paired with a robotaxi by setting an AV preference in the app, and anyone assigned an AV will still have the option to switch to a traditional driver before the trip starts. Uber plans to begin with a small fleet of Avride’s Hyundai Ioniq 5 vehicles and expand to hundreds over time. Key details Launch city: Dallas (service available in the Uber app starting today)…

How to watch the 2025 Rockefeller Center tree lighting special The annual Christmas in Rockefeller Center tree lighting special airs tonight, Dec. 3, 2025. Coverage begins at 7:00 PM ET, with the main two-hour special running from 8:00–10:00 PM ET. You can watch the broadcast on NBC or stream it on Peacock. Reba McEntire hosts and performs during the show. The lineup includes performances from Marc Anthony, Halle Bailey, Michael Bublé, Kristin Chenoweth, Laufey, New Edition, Brad Paisley, Carly Pearce, Gwen Stefani and the Radio City Rockettes, who are celebrating their 100th anniversary this year. Schedule & where to watch Pre‑show coverage: 7:00 PM ET Main special: 8:00–10:00 PM ET Channel/stream: NBC (broadcast) and Peacock (streaming) How to watch without cable If you don’t have cable, you can stream the…

HBO Max launches Jan 13, 2026 in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Luxembourg and Liechtenstein Warner Bros. Discovery is bringing HBO Max to Germany and several neighboring countries on January 13, 2026. The rollout covers Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Luxembourg and Liechtenstein — a significant expansion of WBD’s streaming presence in Europe. The launch means viewers in these markets will gain access to HBO series, Max Originals, and Warner Bros. films under the HBO Max brand. Local availability, device support and exact catalogue mixes may vary by country and will be clarified as the service goes live. Key facts Launch date: January 13, 2026. Territories: Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Luxembourg, Liechtenstein. Content: HBO series, Max Originals and Warner Bros. films — plus regional programming depending on licensing. Pricing and plans: Media reports indicate pricing…

ONLYOFFICE 9.2 brings an integrated AI assistant to its free desktop suite ONLYOFFICE has released version 9.2 of its office suite for macOS, Windows and Linux. The desktop applications remain fully free to use, while the company continues to monetize via separately operated server editions designed for team collaboration and shared workspaces. The headline change in 9.2 is the tighter integration of an AI agent into the desktop apps. According to the release, the assistant helps with routine office tasks — answering questions, drafting and reformulating text, and assisting with formatting and document workflows — directly inside editors for documents, spreadsheets and presentations. What this means for users Free desktop access: individual users can continue to download and use ONLYOFFICE on their machines without cost. AI features on the desktop:…

Fubo blackout: NBC & NBCUniversal channels pulled — how to watch this week’s NBA Fubo and NBCUniversal are in a carriage dispute that has left NBC and many NBCU channels dark on Fubo since Nov. 21. That means viewers on Fubo currently can’t access NBC, USA, Bravo, Telemundo, NBC Sports channels, local NBC affiliates and related streaming feeds — with no public return date yet. Fubo told subscribers it’s contesting NBCU’s proposed pricing and packaging terms; NBCU says it offered the same terms it agreed with other distributors. While negotiations continue, Fubo has said it will apply a $15 credit to affected customers’ accounts if the blackout persists into the December billing cycle. Which channels are missing The blackout affects a wide slate of NBCUniversal properties, including national channels (NBC,…