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Protest hits “Scream 7” premiere as AI robot monk debuts in Kyoto; Brazil floods kill; boxing’s Ruben Castillo dies; NANOG debates AS-SET/SLURM safeguards; Rod Stewart stays watchful post-cancer; Norris–Corceiro breakup buzz; Harry & Meghan meet Gaza evacuees in Jordan as US weighs passport services in West Bank settlements

Pro-Palestinian protest targets Paramount during “Scream 7” premiere

About 25 demonstrators rallied outside Paramount Pictures Studios in Los Angeles during the “Scream 7” world premiere, urging a boycott after actress Melissa Barrera was dismissed over Israel-Hamas war posts that the company said violated its zero-tolerance stance on antisemitism and hate. The protest, organized by Entertainment Labor for Palestine, CODEPINK LA, and Jewish Voice for Peace Los Angeles, accused the studio of blacklisting performers critical of Israel. Director Kevin Williamson said he supported the protesters’ right to demonstrate as the film moves forward after multiple high-profile departures.

Japan’s AI “robot monk” debuts at Kyoto temple

Japan is testing an AI robot monk called “Buddharoid” at a Kyoto temple, where it answers visitors’ personal questions and sparks debate over how technology should (or should not) fit into religious guidance and faith.

Boxing contender Ruben Castillo dies at 68

The World Boxing Council confirmed the death of Ruben Castillo, 68, a Texas-born contender from the late 1970s and early 1980s who compiled a 67-10-2 record and a 43-fight unbeaten run. He lost a WBC super featherweight title bid to Alexis Arguello in 1980, later challenged Salvador Sanchez, fought Julio Cesar Chavez, returned from retirements in 1989 and 1995, and worked as a broadcaster alongside Chick Hearn. WBC president Mauricio Sulaiman, family members, and fans paid tribute.

NANOG thread argues AS-SET data is shaky, SLURM can add safeguards

In a NANOG discussion posted Feb. 26, Saku Ytti describes three common uses of AS-SET data, generating prefix-lists, building AS-PATH filters, and filling RPKI coverage gaps with SLURM entries. The post argues validation is only as good as the underlying AS-SET data, described as poor, but it does not weaken checks for prefixes already covered by RPKI. The SLURM approach adds an extra safeguard by also verifying that a prefix’s origin matches the expected origin from routing registry data, not just that it arrived on the correct session.

Penny Lancaster says Rod Stewart stays vigilant after cancer diagnoses

Penny Lancaster said Rod Stewart closely monitors his health after thyroid cancer in 2000 and prostate cancer in 2017, and is now in remission. Speaking on “Loose Women,” she said he is proactive with check-ups and fitness, including gym training and underwater swimming to build lung capacity, and noted that a cancer diagnosis can leave a lasting psychological shadow even after recovery. Stewart continues touring despite recent health setbacks and surgeries.

Deadly flooding and landslides hit Brazil’s Minas Gerais

Minas Gerais state in Brazil is reeling after torrential rains triggered severe flooding and landslides that killed at least 46 people. Thousands have been displaced as mud and debris swept through towns, damaging homes and destroying local businesses.

Margarida Corceiro comments on Lando Norris post after breakup

Margarida Corceiro made her first public interaction with Lando Norris since their breakup by leaving a playful “Nice pjs, u welcome” comment on his Instagram post during the winter break. The split surfaced during pre-season testing in Bahrain when Norris told Carlos Sainz he was single, after an on-and-off relationship that began in 2023.

Prince Harry and Meghan visit Jordan meeting Gaza evacuees

Jordan welcomed Prince Harry and Meghan as they met patients evacuated from Gaza during a WHO-supported humanitarian visit focused on mental health, recovery, and health care.

US plans passport services in West Bank settlements

The United States plans to offer passport services for the first time in Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank, a move expected to draw criticism from foreign governments and human rights advocates.

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