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REVIEW
Death Stranding 2's delivery game world is even stranger than before. It almost works
Hideo Kojima's sequel, being released Thursday, can be a solemn, thought-provoking meditation on the nature of human connection. But its story puts overlong exposition and celebrity over substance, dragging it down under the oceans of tar that cover the post-apocalyptic setting.
As corporate sponsors walk away from Pride, some call for a return to its activist roots
Organizations across Canada are grappling with a chilled enthusiasm among sponsors and donors this year, forcing organizers to search for the delicate balance between growing its audience and staying true to its activist roots fighting for 2SLGBTQ+ rights.
Analysis
Nintendo's Switch 2 sets early sales records. Its future is less certain
Like a supercharged go-kart, Nintendo's newest gaming console flew out of the gates. But how will it fare in the Grand Prix ahead?
CBC Massey Lectures
This isn't human rights' finest hour, Massey Lecturer Alex Neve says — but it could be
To Alex Neve, the core promise behind human rights is that they are applied universally: to everyone, everywhere, at all times, without exception. But in this year's Massey Lectures, he argues that universality is dual-edged.
New AI tools promise real-time translation so you don't have to. But is that a good thing?
Some of the world’s biggest tech companies have live translation devices either in the works or already on the market. But tech watchers say these developments raise larger questions about how AI tools are changing language learning and translation.
Is Moose Jaw the next vacation hot spot? How Canadian tourism might benefit from Canada-U.S. rift
With fewer Canadians heading to the U.S., local tourism operators are hoping for a good summer. And the smaller cities and towns could see the greatest benefit.
'Vibe coding' makes designing apps easier than before — but it comes with risks
So-called vibe coding can turn anyone into a website creator by getting AI to do the work based on your instructions. But experts are warning about the risks.
GAME REVIEW
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 adds dazzling French flair to classic RPG formula
With Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Sandfall Interactive have blended classic RPG elements with a flair all its own to create something that stands out among the crowded role-playing video game genre.
Analysis
For Nintendo's Switch 2, Trump tariffs could be an unbeatable final boss
During a livestream promoting Nintendo's new Switch 2 and its upcoming games, viewers flooded the chat with "DROP THE PRICE."
We got our hands on Nintendo's Switch 2 — here's what you can expect from the new console
CBC News was among a small group of media invited to get hands-on experience with the Switch 2, as well as short previews of many of the new games in New York City on Wenesday.