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Mark Zuckerberg and Priscilla Chan’s 10-year-old daughter vibe-codes several creations, including a messaging app, apps similar to GeoCities and a game inspired by FarmVille, with each project also featuring its own marketing and sales plan
Maxima Zuckerberg, daughter of Mark Zuckerberg and Priscilla Chan, is interested in artificial intelligence and software development. She is currently experimenting with vibe-coding, which uses natural language to create software with AI tools. While her parents support her enthusiasm, they have imposed restrictions on developing online projects. Priscilla Chan specifically did not allow Maxima to create a dating website due to safety concerns.
Before The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping releases, here's where to watch Jennifer Lawrence's The Hunger Games online
With The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping arriving in theatres on November 20, 2026, fans can revisit the franchise's five earlier films. Starring Jennifer Lawrence, the movies follow Katniss Everdeen's fight against the Capitol and explore Panem's history. All five films are available on Amazon Prime Video in India, with the 2023 prequel also available to rent.
Ramayana inspired The Odyssey? Nitesh Tiwari believes Homer may have borrowed from Indian epic; Ranbir Kapoor calls one scene a 'sweet coincidence'
Nitesh Tiwari believes Homer may have drawn inspiration from the Ramayana while writing The Odyssey, pointing to similarities between the two epics, particularly their bow-related challenges. Ranbir Kapoor, who plays Lord Rama in Ramayana, calls the resemblance a 'sweet coincidence' and recalls getting goosebumps while filming the iconic bow-lifting scene.
The Elder Scrolls: Shadows Of Oblivion: Release date, cost, pre-order, new items and features
The Elder Scrolls: Shadows Of Oblivion is launching on November 30 and acts as an expansion for The Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Era’s Heroes of Tamriel board game. The expansion is based around the Daedric princes. The game adds new enemies, skill and fatigue dice, and a hedonism system. It can be pre-ordered for £20.99 and can be played with 1 to 4 players.
Amid Ranbir Kapoor and Yash's Ramayana release, netizens share clips from Japanese filmmaker Yugo Sako's Ramayana: The Legend of Prince Rama. Where to watch the epic in India?
Ramayana: Part 1 made waves on November 5, 2026, debuting during the Diwali festival and featuring a talented ensemble cast. Its success has ignited interest in the animated gem Ramayana: The Legend of Prince Rama by Yugo Sako, which garnered a cult following despite its absence from Indian theaters in the 1990s. Fans are now looking back at this animation, drawing comparisons with newer renditions.
Ramayana box office collection day 2: Ranbir Kapoor, Yash-starrer beats Adipurush, enters Rs 200 crore club worldiwde
The highly anticipated film Ramayana, directed by Nitesh Tiwari, debuted globally on November 5, 2026. Following its opening day, earnings took a major hit with a 25.9% decrease on the second day. Despite this, the film has entered Rs 200 crore worldwide in just two days. Read on to know how much it earned on day 1.
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Purdue Basketball paid the Beacons $90,000 for a buy game, only to lose to them in double overtime and record the worst start in 50 years
Purdue Basketball kicked off the season with a rocky start, succumbing to defeat in their first two matches against Gonzaga (72-78) and the Beacons (80-83). This marks the team's worst start in five decades. The Beacons celebrated their first Big Ten victory since 2004 with a dramatic last-second shot, while Rakim Chaney and Daniel Jacobsen posted career-defining performances.
US stocks today: Nasdaq rebounds as chip stocks recover from steep losses, rate fears persist
US stocks rebound as chipmakers recover from Thursday's steep AI-led selloff, lifting the Nasdaq 1.73%. Nvidia, AMD, Intel and Micron lead the recovery, while stronger-than-expected October jobs data revive concerns over a December Fed rate hike. Airbnb rallies after raising its full-year revenue growth forecast, while Atlassian shares decline.
Tech layoffs were just the start: 1.6 million more US job cuts could push America toward recession
US technology layoffs have crossed 200,000 in 2026, with Google, Microsoft, Amazon and other major companies cutting jobs. But the bigger concern is whether the trend will spread to retail and financial services, where another 1.6 million job losses could push unemployment higher and raise fears of a US recession.
900-year-old book records Kashmir's kings and their wars, now earns UN recognisition along with Mahabharata and Chanakya's Arthashastra
UNESCO has added Kalhana's Rajatarangini, the Mahabharata and Kautilya's Arthashastra to its Memory of the World Regional Register for Asia and the Pacific. The decision was taken at the committee's 11th session in Jakarta, taking India's total regional inscriptions to six, following three recognitions in 2024.
Why Big Tech companies Microsoft, Google, Meta and others are opting for voluntary buyouts
In response to fluctuating market demands, Meta has rolled out voluntary exit packages in France aimed at workforce restructuring. This initiative is part of a broader trend as tech giants like Google and Microsoft implement similar measures globally to optimize costs. These packages offer employees the choice to depart with financial incentives and transition support, showcasing a more favorable approach compared to traditional layoffs amidst economic uncertainty.
Google Pixel 11 Pro XL review: Google's most complete Pixel yet, but can it win over iPhone users?
Google Pixel 11 Pro XL is Google's most complete flagship yet, with a premium design, excellent display, reliable battery life and improved cameras. While its Tensor G6 processor trails Apple's latest iPhone in raw performance, its smooth software, seven years of updates and better video recording make it a compelling Android alternative. Priced at ₹1,34,999, it is particularly appealing to iPhone users considering a switch.
After taking voluntary buyout offer in Google and returning laptop, she ran 7 miles home. Her 2027 prediction and unusual career journey is intriguing
Former Google employee Kristin Furdak Smart, after a fulfilling decade with the company, opted for a voluntary exit program. Joining in 2007 and returning in 2017, she played a key role in numerous employee training initiatives. Celebrating her departure with an energetic seven-mile run home, she whimsically hinted at a potential comeback in 2027, showcasing her playful spirit and dedication to an active lifestyle.
How to link Aadhaar with Voter ID: Steps to apply online, through mobile app and check status. Is it mandatory?
Eligible voters can conveniently link their Aadhaar card to their Voter ID either online or via a mobile application. By filling out Form 6B, which includes essential information such as your Aadhaar and EPIC numbers, voters can then track their application status through the ECI portal. It's important to note that linking Aadhaar is voluntary; failure to do so will not affect one's voter registration status.
Ramayana movie review: Big visuals, impressive performances and an epic saga
Ramayana movie review: The film brings Valmiki’s epic to the big screen with an ambitious visual spectacle, backed by impressive VFX and a strong ensemble cast. While Ranbir Kapoor and Sai Pallavi bring their own interpretations to Ram and Sita, Yash stands out as Ravana. Despite some issues with writing and pacing, Nitesh Tiwari’s film delivers several memorable moments. Scroll down and read the full review below:
Google voluntary buyouts: What's the exit package, which teams qualify and how many employees are eligible after Microsoft's similar offer?
Google Voluntary Exit Programme Details: Google has expanded its voluntary buyout programme to selected employees in five countries. The offer comes as Microsoft rolls out a similar voluntary exit scheme covering around 60,000 employees. Here's a look at Google's severance package, eligible teams and the number of employees who could opt for the offer.
Ramayana movie release to be Ranbir Kapoor's daughter Raha's official film debut? Actor reveals 'she has given a shot with...'
Ranbir Kapoor has revealed that his three-and-a-half-year-old daughter Raha has shot a scene with Sai Pallavi and Ravie Dubey for his new film Ramayana. The actor spoke about how Raha developed an interest in the epic through stories narrated by him and Alia Bhatt. His revelation comes as the film receives encouraging early reviews, with people calling it 'highly enjoyable' and praising its scale and storytelling.
Lenskart, Nykaa, PhysicsWallah see Q2 profits surge
New-age companies Nykaa, Lenskart, and PhysicsWallah reported strong numbers for the September quarter. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.
Google loses nearly half a trillion in market value: What went wrong with Alphabet?
Alphabet lost $482 billion in market value after its shares plunged nearly 13% following disappointing third-quarter results. Despite 103% growth in Google Cloud and more than 1 billion Gemini users, weaker search revenue and negative free cash flow raised fresh concerns about AI spending and Google’s advertising business.
No IIT, no NIT: Mahesh Babu invests in Mumbai's PC and console gaming company. Who are co-founders Jeet Chandan and Vidhit Mehta?
Mahesh Babu has joined Mumbai-based Shortgun Games as a strategic investor. Founded by Jeet Chandan and Vidhit Mehta, the studio is developing Project Takedown, an action-adventure game set in a futuristic Mumbai. The founders studied at Jain International Residential School and Anil Surendra Modi School of Commerce, respectively, and target a 2028 release.
Premji's deeptech bets; Razorpay gets IPO nod
Happy Thursday! Premji Invest is stepping up its bets on defence and aerospace manufacturing.This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.
World of Warcraft: Forever: How to preload, minimum and recommended PC system requirements and editions
World of Warcraft: Forever will launch globally on November 4, 2026 at 3PM PST. It will be released globally at the same time. At least 128GB of free space on SSD is required to play the game. Around 150GB can be left free for extra files and add ons of the game. Skyborne Heroic Pack, Skyborne Epic Pack and Warcraft Forever Collection are different editions of the game.
Tencent partners with Cyberlite India to support research programme on gaming career
"We are pleased to support Cyberlite India in leading this research. Local perspectives are important for understanding how information about video game careers can be made more useful to students, families and educators," Judy Wong, Country Manager (India), Tencent, said.
Mahesh Babu picks up stake in gaming startup Shortgun Games
The startup, founded by Jeet Chandan and Vidhit Mehta, is developing its flagship title, Project Takedown, a 10-15-hour action-adventure game set in a near-future Mumbai. The game, designed exclusively for PC and modern console platforms, including PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, is primarily targeted towards international audiences, including the US, Europe and Japan. The founders expect the game to launch by 2028-end.
Fortnite down as new mini-season with a One Piece collaboration is set to go live: Know what new skins and weapons are coming
Fortnite took a break on November 1, 2026, to launch its thrilling new mini-season titled 'Treasure Hunters'. Incorporating elements from the renowned anime One Piece, this update aims to elevate gameplay. Notably, the player lobby has been adjusted from 100 to 80 participants. Gamers will also gain access to innovative skins and weaponry, including the sought-after Gum-Gum Fruit.
Google Calendar crushed their first startup, so they sold it on eBay. Then they built Twitch
Justin Kan and Emmett Shear’s first startup, Kiko, struggled after Google launched its own calendar service. The founders sold Kiko on eBay for $258,100 in 2006 before moving into live streaming. Their next venture, Justin.tv, eventually gave rise to Twitch, which Amazon agreed to acquire for about $970 million in 2014.
Meet Lukas Biewald, who lost his CEO role at his first startup; how an unpaid internship at OpenAI helped him build an AI company behind a karate studio that sold for $1.7 billion
After reportedly leaving the CEO role, Lukas Biewald felt that he needed to strengthen his technical knowledge as deep learning advanced. He then spent time building robots, experimenting with TensorFlow in a Raspberry Pi and studying neural networks. He taught introductory deep-learning classes to thousands of engineers, which helped him understand the problems developers faced when building AI models.
In 2021, Epic Games co-founder Mark Rein donated 83 acres in North Carolina; how his gift helped create a 241-acre nature preserve
The donated 83 acres adjoined a 158-acre that the conservancy had purchased in 2018, according to reports. Combining the two parcels created a 241-acre property called the Horseshoes Road Nature Preserve. The conservancy planned to manage the combined land as a protected natural area and keep it permanently undeveloped. The donation expanded the organisation's existing conservation property rather than creating a preserve entirely from scratch.
Epic Games offers up to Rs 47 lakh for AI-powered games in four-day competition
Epic Games’ 2026 AI Mega Jam will run from November 12 to 15, offering cash prizes and continuation grants of up to $50,000 for developers building games with Unreal Engine or Unreal Editor for Fortnite. Participants can use AI tools and agents throughout development, while an in-person event in San Francisco will feature teams from major technology companies.
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