Bollywood's long-rumored ties to the mafia have been thrust into the spotlight, revealing a "toxic and deadly affair" that has persisted for decades, according to Sky News. This symbiotic relationship, where stars, directors, and producers flaunted their associations with crime bosses, is one of the industry's worst-kept secrets.
The intimate connection between Bollywood and the mafia has been a subject of speculation for years. Sky News reported that this connection was a one-sided affair, with only one winner. The article did not specify the nature of the mafia's involvement, but it did emphasize the detrimental impact on the industry.
Meanwhile, in other news, tech companies are facing pressure to censor content at the behest of government officials. According to Ars Technica, platforms are being asked to shield users from unlawful government requests, which advocates say makes it harder to share information about Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) online. Early lawsuits show that platforms have caved, even though experts say they could refuse these demands without a court order.
In a different vein, the world of technology and heists was explored by MIT Technology Review. The publication noted that the reality of heists often differs greatly from their portrayal in movies. Director Steven Soderbergh, known for the "Ocean's" franchise, once said that making a movie is a lot like pulling off a heist. However, the article pointed out that high-tech gadgets and countermeasures are rarely the primary factors in real-life heists. The main barrier is often a literal one, like a physical barrier to entry.
Finally, a Hacker News article discussed the Maya civilization, challenging long-held beliefs about its collapse. The prevailing debate about the Maya civilization has shifted from why it collapsed to how it survived. Francisco Estrada-Belli, who was mesmerized by the Maya ruins as a child, decided to dedicate his life to answering questions about them.
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