Libraries across the East Riding of Yorkshire are opening their doors to young fans for a series of Harry Potter–inspired sessions. Although Harry Potter Book Day falls on 9 October, events are being held from Tuesday through 14 October at various local branches. Activities aimed at children aged seven to eleven will include themed games, story readings and hands-on fun. Councillor Nick...

Public hotspots lure users with free access, yet they serve as fertile ground for cyber predators. These networks, prevalent in cafes, airports, and parks, typically lack robust security protocols. Unencrypted connections allow criminals to harvest your data effortlessly. Critical dangers include: Rogue access points mimicking legitimate networks to trap unsuspecting victims. Interception...

German cinemas are in an uproar over Warner Bros.' stringent demands for screening "The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring," fearing a repeat of the difficulties experienced with "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone." Exhibitors particularly object to mandatory Christmas Eve and Christmas Day screenings, a period when German businesses traditionally shut down completely. The...

Path of Exile 2 is poised to be one of the most immersive, challenging, and rewarding action RPG experiences in gaming. Set in the dark and treacherous world of Wraeclast, the game offers a rich narrative, expansive skill trees, and a host of dangerous enemies that can easily overwhelm unprepared players. Whether you're a seasoned Path of Exile veteran or new to the series, surviving the myriad...

Visual Effects Industry Rebounds with Wave of New Projects The visual effects industry is experiencing a significant upswing following a challenging period of feast and famine. After a front-loaded first half of 2001 when studios rushed productions to beat potential guild strikes, VFX houses endured a difficult drought in the latter half of the year. However, contrary to pessimistic forecasts...

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On Sunday, March 3, 2024, at 12:30 p.m. PT, Las Vegas’ Michelob Ultra Arena at Mandalay Bay hosted a live-streamed exhibition event presented by MGM Resorts International and Netflix. The evening reunited two Spanish stars: 22-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal and world No. 2 Carlos Alcaraz, who described sharing the court with Nadal as a special moment and praised his...

The Internet of Things Security Takes Center Stage at Cybersecurity Summit Security experts gathered at the Moscone Center last week for the annual cybersecurity conference, where protecting connected devices emerged as this year's dominant theme. The event, which attracts the brightest minds in digital security, highlighted growing concerns about the vulnerability of Internet of Things (IoT)...

In a remarkable display of box office dominance, the magical world of Hogwarts has achieved unprecedented global success, breaking international weekend records previously held by the iconic maritime drama of 1997. The young wizard's cinematic adventure accumulated an estimated $60.9 million from 31 international markets during a single weekend, surpassing the previous record of $50.7 million...