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Friday March 20th, 2026 day edition

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US age ratings body ESRB has said it won't follow PEGI's example in Europe and begin factoring in elements like paid random items when determining the age rating for a game.

Speaking to The Game Business, ESRB said that following PEGI's lead could be "confusing" for parents.

As such, there are currently no plans for ESRB to allow any factors outside of the content and context of a game to influence the age rating assignment.".

PEGI director general Dirk Bosmans, in response, said: "We're conscious of the concerns that ESRB voices.

But by integrating them both into an age rating, you have to be mindful that you may not be able to give all the levels of detail that you gave beforehand.

PEGI's changes come into effect in June, so only after that point will we see games rated under the new criteria.

Many previously released games will continue with their existing age rating, but PEGI has confirmed - if it needed confirming - that ongoing live service games will be reappraised. »

‘Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood’ Getting YouTube Channel For First Time

Authored by deadline.com

Fred Rogers Productions and Little Dot Studios have teamed to bring Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood to a dedicated YouTube channel – the first time the iconic children’s TV series has taken the route.

The channel will include full-length episodes and a collection of repurposed digital-first content, including clips, shorts and compilations.

“Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood continues to inspire viewers young and old across four generations,” said Paul Siefken, President and CEO of Fred Rogers Productions. »

Ohio firm must pay $22.5 million to mom whose baby died after she was denied work-from-home

Authored by nbcnews.com

“The evidence showed that Chelsea Walsh was following her doctors’ instructions for a high-risk pregnancy and simply asked to work from home.".

"The jury found that TQL’s denial of that reasonable request led to the death of her daughter,” he said.

"We are evaluating legal options and remain committed to supporting the health and well-being of our employees,” said Daugherty. »