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On the Radar: Canvas Cyberattack, AI in Kids’ Toys and ‘Stressful’
Thousands of schools were affected by a cyberattack on Canvas. AI toys continue to flood the market. “Stressful” becomes America’s describer for 2026.
Introducing Plugged In’s New Technology Section!
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Do Parents Even Care Anymore? The Strange Case of Sex, Drugs and Rock ‘n’ Roll
The parental concerns of yesteryear are faded in today’s light, surpassed by a unified fear of screen time. Why is that?
Star Wars – The Empire Strikes Back | Plugged In Rewind (Video)
Plugged In does a deep dive into ‘The Empire Strikes Back.’ Is it better than the original? And how should Christians approach the Force?
Movie Monday: ‘Devil Wears Prada 2’ Knocks Around ‘Mortal Kombat II’
In a battle of sequels, ‘Mortal Kombat II’ fell short against the overpowering sense of fashion of ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2.’
On the Radar: Online Prediction Markets, Feelings-Focused AI Models and Dead Internet Theory
Online prediction markets move to block underage users. A new study shows that AI models that consider user feelings get facts wrong.
5 Lessons to Shear From ‘The Sheep Detectives’
The new movie ‘The Sheep Detectives’ made me smile, but it also made me think. I want to share five of those thoughts with you …
The Plight of Babes in AI Toyland
Artificial intelligence has become a part of the toys our children play with. But are there problems with putting our babes in AI Toyland?
Your Algorithm Is Fooling You
Study suggests that personalized algorithms can lead users to wrong conclusions and a false sense of understanding.
Star Wars – A New Hope | Plugged In Rewind (Video)
Plugged In rewatches ‘Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope’ and dives into its resonance, impact and, of course, the mysterious Force.
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