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Lox Pratt says Harry Potter series will focus on Draco Malfoy`s backstory
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Lox Pratt says Harry Potter series will focus on Draco Malfoy`s backstory

Fans of Slytherin can expect a more layered portrayal of Draco Malfoy in HBO`s upcoming Harry Potter series, according to actor Lox Pratt, who is stepping into the iconic role, according to E! News.The 14-year-old actor recently shared insights into how the new adaptation will expand on Draco`s character beyond what was seen in the original films and books."I think with this adaptation, you get to see so much more than the books," Pratt said in an interview. "The books are very much over Harry`s shoulder, which is great, and that`s how they played the film as well. And I think showrunners Francesca Gardiner and Mark Mylod have been audible about this in their interviews, there`s just so much more that you get to see," according to E! News.Pratt revealed that viewers will gain deeper insigh...
What to Do If (or When) Your Email Is Leaked to the Dark Web
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What to Do If (or When) Your Email Is Leaked to the Dark Web

The dark web has a bad reputation—one it has earned, at that. It's a complex subsection of the web, and it's not all bad by any means, but its nature does allow illicit and illegal activity to prosper anonymously. That's why hackers choose the dark web as their point of sale for stolen user data: If you're going to traffic digital contraband, you're going to do so as privately as possible. As such, you might be a bit stressed if you're told your email address was found on the dark web. Maybe you use an identity theft service, which discovered your information here. Perhaps you're noticing an uptick in spam, especially spam that seems targeted to you personally. In any case, it's understandable to be anxious. The good news is, this is more common than you think, and there are steps you can ...
Scientists find clue to human brain evolution in finger length: Study
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Scientists find clue to human brain evolution in finger length: Study

Human evolution has long been tied to growing brain size, and new research suggests prenatal hormones may have played a surprising role. By studying the relative lengths of the index and ring fingers, a marker of prenatal exposure to oestrogen and testosterone, researchers found that higher prenatal oestrogen exposure was associated with larger head size in newborn boys. Human evolution is closely tied to a steady increase in brain size. New research suggests that this expansion may be partly influenced by pre-birth oestrogen levels, with an unexpected indicator in the length of our fingers. Professor John Manning, part of Swansea`s Applied Sports, Technology, Exercise and Med-icine (A-STEM) research team, has spent years studying what is known as digit ratio. This measure compares the ...
Savannah Guthrie posts 2nd video pleading for mom’s return: ‘We will pay’ – National
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Savannah Guthrie posts 2nd video pleading for mom’s return: ‘We will pay’ – National

Today show host Savannah Guthrie pleaded with her mother’s alleged kidnapper again on Saturday, saying she and her siblings were willing to pay for Nancy Guthrie‘s return after receiving a message reportedly containing information about the 84-year-old. “We received your message and we understand,” she said in an Instagram post. “We beg you now to return our mother to us so that we can celebrate with her. This is the only way we will have peace.”“This is very valuable to us, and we will pay,” concluded an exhausted-looking Guthrie, who appeared sitting alongside her brother Camron and sister Annie. Story continues below advertisement Investigators, who say Guthrie was forcibly taken from her home in Tucson, Ariz., on Jan. 31, addressed the purported new messag...
Discord Might Force You to Prove Your Age to Avoid Losing Features
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Discord Might Force You to Prove Your Age to Avoid Losing Features

On Monday, Discord announced its plan to begin rolling out global mandatory age verification. Starting in March, new and existing accounts will start moving over to a "teen-by-default" setting, which will lock certain chats and features away until either the account's owner proves they're an adult or Discord's AI age prediction figures it out for them. Here's what you'll lose when age verification goes into effect, how to get it back—and, for good measure, a look at your other options.What you'll lose if Discord doesn't know your ageIn its announcement, Discord said the new age verification settings will start with a "phased global rollout" in March, so it may be some time until it hits you. However, once the changes make their way to your region, you'll lose access to the following featur...
Heated Rivalry to finally get an India release, read details here
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Heated Rivalry to finally get an India release, read details here

The Canadian series Heated Rivalry has built a strong fan base in India. While the show was released globally last year, it did not initially secure a streaming platform in the country. Fans have been eagerly waiting for an Indian platform to acquire the rights, and the wait is now almost over, with Lionsgate Play stepping in. The first season of Heated Rivalry which has six epsiodes will stream soon on the platform.  When and where to stream Heated Rivalry The series has been a massive global hit and is widely discussed on social media. It premiered on Crave in Canada and HBO Max in the USA in late 2025. However, licensing issues kept it away from Indian streaming platforms until now. According to a report by OTTPlat, the show`s India release has been locked for February 20 on Lionsgate...
You Can Opt Out of Ads on ChatGPT, but It Might Not Be Worth It
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You Can Opt Out of Ads on ChatGPT, but It Might Not Be Worth It

It finally happened. After months of speculation, ChatGPT officially has ads. OpenAI revealed the news on Monday, announcing that ads would roll out in testing for logged-in adult users on Free and Go subscriptions. If you or your organization pays for ChatGPT, such as with a Plus, Pro, Business, Enterprise, or Education account, you won't see ads with the bot.OpenAI says that ads do not have an impact on the answers ChatGPT generates, and that these posts are always clearly separated from ChatGPT's actual responses. In addition, ads are labeled as "Sponsored." That being said, it's not exactly a church-and-state situation here. OpenAI says that it decides which ads to show you based on your current and past chats, as well as your past interactions with ChatGPT ads. If you're asking for he...
Catherine O’Hara’s cause of death revealed
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Catherine O’Hara’s cause of death revealed

Catherine O’Hara’s cause of death has been released, one week after the Canadian comedic actor died at the age of 71. The Schitt’s Creek star died on Jan. 30 from a pulmonary embolism, with rectal cancer listed as an underlying cause, according to O’Hara’s death certificate, which was obtained by Rolling Stone and People on Monday afternoon.According to the death certificate released by the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s Office and viewed by Global News — first secured by TMZ — O’Hara died at a Santa Monica, Calif., hospital and her body was cremated. 2:31 Iconic Canadian actor, ‘Schitt’s Creek’ star Catherine O’Hara dead at 71 It’s unc...
Aditya Rawal reveals how a former addict shaped his performance in Daldal
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Aditya Rawal reveals how a former addict shaped his performance in Daldal

Aditya Rawal is earning unanimous praise for his chilling turn as Sajid, a drug-addicted serial killer, in Daldal. The Amazon Prime Video investigative thriller, created by Suresh Triveni and directed by Amrit Raj Gupta, also stars Bhumi Pednekar and Samara Tijori, and stands apart for probing the why behind serial killings rather than merely revealing the who. At the centre of this unsettling narrative is Rawal’s deeply internalised performance — raw, fractured, and disturbingly human. The actor admits that from the moment he came on board, he knew Sajid would demand extensive preparation and emotional responsibility. Understanding the mind of an addict Rawal reveals that even before he began his personal research, director Amrit Raj Gupta had already initiated discussions with a psych...
Why Side Hustles Often Fail at the Paperwork Stage
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Why Side Hustles Often Fail at the Paperwork Stage

The entrepreneurial dream is alive and well. Every year, millions of people launch side hustles, hoping to turn passion projects into profitable ventures. Yet a surprising number of these promising businesses never make it past the initial setup phase. The culprit? Not lack of demand, insufficient capital, or poor marketing—but something far more mundane: paperwork. The Documentation Disconnect Most aspiring entrepreneurs spend months perfecting their product or service. They research their market, build their brand, and dream about their first sale. But when it comes time to make their business official, many hit an unexpected wall. The excitement of creation collides with the reality of registration, and suddenly that brilliant side-hustle idea starts collecting dust. The statistics t...