Are you looking forward to kicking back, relaxing, and diving into intellectually stimulating yet entertaining shows, movies, and sports events this weekend?
Well, you don’t have to look any further because we’re bringing you a selection of captivating dramas, spellbinding thrillers, thought-provoking podcasts, and much more to make your weekend a memorable one. Whether you are a fan of the horror genre or prefer streaming live sports during your downtime, our PureRecs has something for everyone.
Black Mirror (2011 – Present) – TV series
Award-winning British anthology series Black Mirror will take you on a wild ride with its mind-bending episodes, each painting a vivid yet eerie picture of a futuristic society experiencing the disturbing consequences of relying too heavily on modern technology. Created by Charlie Brooker, the sci-fi dystopian series premiered in 2011 and has six seasons so far, with the latest one heading to Netflix on June 15, 2023 – just in time for a weekend binge!
While not every episode of Black Mirror is dark and depressing, the series mostly explores the potential dangers of social media, surveillance, and artificial intelligence. Each episode features a different set of characters, which makes every story even more unique and interesting.
The show is available for streaming on Netflix. However, if you are having trouble accessing it from your region, this blog will help you out.
M3GAN (2022) – Movie
Make your weekend even more enjoyable with M3GAN – a sci-fi horror movie that flawlessly delivers a healthy dose of fear, drama, and emotions with a splash of comedy.
Released in 2022, it revolves around a roboticist, Gemma, who gets a life-like android doll powered by artificial intelligence to cheer up her eight-year-old niece, Cady, after she lost her parents in a car accident. Although the doll was supposed to act as the child’s companion, things suddenly take a sinister turn when M3GAN (Model 3 Generative Android) begins to get possessive of Cady and embarks on a mission to become her sole guardian.
A sequel to this hit thriller is already underway. However, if you haven’t watched the original movie yet, you can stream it on Peacock. If the streamer is not available in your region, here’s a comprehensive guide that will teach you how to access it.
The US Open (Golf) – Sports
The stage is set for the 2023 US Open, which will see some of the best golfers in the world competing for a highly coveted win at the prestigious Los Angeles Country Club in California. Since it is the third major championship of the season, the stakes are higher than ever.
While the tournament is anyone’s to claim, experts predict the four top professional golfers in the game – Brooks Koepka, Rory McIlroy, Jon Rahm, and Scottie Scheffler – are likely to shatter some records and make history with their incredible skills and unwavering determination. So, grab a comfy spot on your couch and get ready to watch the drama unfold as these athletes go toe-to-toe on the course.
If you are a fan of the sport, you can watch a live stream of the PGA US Open Championship between June 15 and 18, 2023.
Why it’s harder for AI to open doors than play chess – TEDx Talks – YouTube
Have you ever thought about why AI-powered systems can easily write complex codes and solve advanced mathematical problems in a matter of seconds but have a harder time replicating tasks that require physical intelligence, such as climbing stairs or opening a door?
Why it’s harder for AI to open doors than play chess is a captivating Ted Talk by Dr. Pulkit Agrawal – a Steven and Renee Finn Chair Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at MIT. In this discussion, the presenter talks about Moravec’s paradox, which essentially states that “humans find complex tasks simple for AI to learn.
If you want to learn why physical intelligence is hard to conquer by AI systems and how we can tackle this problem, tune into the Ted Talk by Dr. Agrawal on YouTube.
Her never-ending quest to make zero days hard – Darknet Diaries – Podcast
Are you a fan of podcasts? If so, you should consider checking out Her Never-ending Quest to Make Zero Days Hard on Darknet Diaries. The episode features the story of Maddie Stone, who is a Security Researcher for Project Zero at Google.
As the name suggests, the podcast delves deep into Maddie’s day job, which revolves around identifying and eliminating vulnerabilities that could cause massive financial and reputational damage to individuals, companies, and states. Maddie’s work also safeguards activists and journalists as she combs through line after line of complex codes to find any bugs lurking in the system.
Her Never-Ending Quest to Make Zero Days Hard is also available on YouTube, which means you can listen to it without any hassle while working out, cooking, or doing any other activity during the weekend.
Ghost In The Wires: My Adventures as the World’s Most Wanted Hacker – Book
Authored by Kevin Mitnick, one of the world’s most high-profile hackers, Ghost in the Wires: My Adventures as the World’s Most Wanted Hacker is an enthralling read for those interested in the realm of cybersecurity and all that it entails.
The memoir, published in 2011, takes the reader on a journey through Mitnick’s time as a hacker, during which he effortlessly eluded the law enforcement agencies trying to arrest him. He outmaneuvered the FBI quite a few times and successfully infiltrated some of the most renowned corporations before finally being caught in 1995.
His book is a testament to his incredible skill set and tells a compelling story of how one can not only exploit but also defend the system from potential vulnerabilities.
This brings us to the end of our recommendation list. Stay tuned for future editions of PureRecs to make your weekend even more spectacular!
Happy streaming.
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Adil Ahsan Ali
June 16, 2023
2 years ago
