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It’s Monday, September 2 — here’s what you’ll find in today’s newsletter:

• The new thriller movie “AfrAId”

• TikTok star Alix Earle’s controversial posts

• 4 quick hits of news from the last 24 hours

“AfrAId”

“AfrAId” is a thriller about a smart home device gone rogue. NBC says the film's AI-driven plot is topical: The movie mirrors real-life tech fears.

Free Press Journal thinks “AfrAId” doesn't live up to its promising premise, though: The movie's silly plot twists just don't land.

IGN was a harsher critic: “AfrAId” operates on cheap and absurd thrills. It's just not a good AI horror flick.

RogerEbert called the movie a “complete bust”: It's a horror movie that lacks tension and any sense of coherence. It's not worth watching.

Alix Earle’s controversial posts

TikTok star Alix Earle apologized for using a racial slur in social media posts. NBC explains that 10-year-old posts -- made when Alix was 13 -- have made the rounds on social media.

Read the posts here for yourself. Allegedly, Alix used the n-word slur in response to questions.

The LA Times says people weren't impressed with her apology: Critics thought it was too little, too late.

And this TikToker thinks Alix’s old posts are inexcusable: This is why we need diverse creators in the social media influencing space.

On the other hand, this Redditor believes people can grow from past mistakes -- hopefully, Alix can learn from this and change her behavior.

1) Scottie Scheffler ends historic season with a $25M win, matching Tiger Woods' record and celebrating personal milestones.

2) In France, a shocking trial begins as 51 men face charges over the drugging and rape of a woman by her husband.

3) Ukraine's significant drone strikes hit deep inside Russia, targeting key infrastructure without causing casualties.

4) Israel faces a nationwide strike and protests demanding action from Netanyahu after the killing of six hostages by Hamas.