Found footage may be a fairly stale gimmick in horror these days, but the low-budget British indie “Snapshot” finds a way to freshen up the idea — and if that largely amounts to layering another technical gimmick over it, the results are nonetheless striking. Emulating the loo...
Bottom line from Variety: this could reshape the box office conversation.
Shipping traffic in the Strait of Hormuz sank to a new low as a ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran is set to expire on Monday with no deal in sight.
CNBC reports: Strait of Hormuz shipping grinds to a halt... — this signals changing business strategies.
A 14-year-old child was among four others injured, the acting governor of Russia's Belgorod region says.
The big picture: Ukrainian strikes kill six in Russia, acting governor... — demands attention beyond borders.
The beach shrinks every year in Ayetoro, in southern Nigeria, and what is left is peppered with the remains of homes swallowed by the ocean—some years ago, some just months prior.
Why it matters: The Nigerian fishing community being eaten up by... challenges existing scientific assumptions.
The data is reinforcing concerns about the health of the world's second-largest economy, which has grappled with a deepening supply-demand imbalance.
The big picture: China's economy slows further in July as retail... — signals changing business strategies.
Clean-up efforts were underway Sunday as Hurricane Lala, which was downgraded to a tropical storm, rolled past Hawaii's Big Island and dumped heavy rain across the U.S. Pacific state.
Why it matters: Hawaii recovery efforts begin as Lala is downgraded,... advances our understanding of the world.
Mexico’s Madrefoca Cine has boarded “Isabel Hernández,” Italian filmmaker Giorgio Giampà’s feature debut, joining Zoe Films, LaDoc and Fiasco on the Italy-Mexico co-production. The project is among the 15 titles selected for the 2026 Europe-Latin America Co-Production Forum at...
The big picture: Mexico’s Madrefoca Boards ‘Isabel Hernández’ as Zoe Films... — may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Actor-director Kenneth Branagh arrived in Edinburgh to accept the festival’s inaugural Outstanding Contribution to Cinema award from festival director Paul Ridd and immediately joked that he would break it up into little pieces. “Actually, I wouldn’t,” he told the audience, “b...
The big picture: Kenneth Branagh On Moving From Shakespeare To Action-Comedy... — signals where Hollywood is headed.
The rules will come into force on Monday along with other changes to planning policy.
BBC Business reports: Changing pubs into homes to be made harder... — this hints at where the money is moving.
“We'll have a moon base, people living and working on the moon,” says billionaire Voyager Technologies founder Dylan Taylor.
Bottom line from Fortune: this could affect investors and consumers alike.
It's just a hook, sewn into a bag, but I really, really like it. Peak Design is so proud of its clever integration that the San Francisco-based maker of camera gear gave it a name: BagLev, for its ability to keep its new City Line of bags levitated above the dirty ground. How ...
Bottom line from The Verge: this signals a shift in how we use technology.
Attackers with no technical skills can now use AI models to find and exploit loopholes quickly and they can deploy them on a massive scale, raising fears that organisations without large budgets for cyber defence will be much more vulnerable
Bottom line from New Scientist: this advances our understanding of the world.
“The Odyssey” ruled the South Korean box office during the weekend of Aug. 14–16. According to data from KOBIS, the tracking service operated by the Korean Film Council, the Christopher Nolan-directed tentpole generated $13.2 million from 1,691,744 admissions over the three-da...
The big picture: Korea Box Office: Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’ Outpaces... — could reshape the box office conversation.
Former Costa Rican Film Commissioner Marysela Zamora, who was instrumental in reviving the Costa Rica Media Market (CRMM) these past two years, will continue to serve on the Board of Directors of the Ibero-American Network of Film Commissions (Iberofic), where she will spearhe...
Why it matters: Former Costa Rican Film Commissioner Marysela Zamora: ‘I... is generating industry buzz.
The auction of the Luce comes nearly three months after Ferrari unveiled its first fully electric car, which was priced at 550,000 euros (roughly $640,000).
Bottom line from CNBC: this reflects a broader economic trend.
According to Bloomberg, Stripe is acquiring the AI startup OpenRouter for more than $7 billion, up from a latest valuation of $1.3 billion. OpenRouter offers access to over 400 AI models, has eight million users, and its CEO had described the company as "Stripe for AI." Now th...
The Decoder reports: Stripe is reportedly acquiring AI startup OpenRouter for... — this pushes the boundary of what machines can do.
"She was an incredible light and a force of nature who brought immeasurable love and joy to all who knew her" The post Hayden Panettiere, ‘Heroes’ and ‘Scream’ star, has died aged 36 appeared first on NME.
Why it matters: Hayden Panettiere, ‘Heroes’ and ‘Scream’ star, has died... shows where the music business is headed.
The Wicked co-stars also sang a medley of “Get Happy" and "Happy Days Are Here Again" during Grande's show at the O2
Bottom line from Rolling Stone: this is making waves across platforms.
Dirty Monkeys’ war comedy-drama “Once Upon a Time in the Middle East” took command of the mainland China box office during the Aug. 14–16 weekend, grossing RMB477.9 million ($70.3 million) over the three-day frame, according to data from Artisan Gateway. Following its Tuesday,...
The big picture: China Box Office: ‘Once Upon a Time in... — may set a new benchmark for the genre.
EXCLUSIVE: Babita Singh Reporting, Prime Video’s next pic out of India, will launch globally on August 28. Directed by Ambiecka Pandit and written by Amita Vyas, the investigative drama features stars Nimisha Sajayan, Barun Sobti, and Anshumaan Pushkar. Saurabh Malhotra, Manuj...
The big picture: Prime Video Sets Global Launch Date For Indian... — is generating industry buzz.
Trump cites his "very good relationship" with North Korea's leader in deciding to downsize the exercises.
The big picture: Trump says US to reduce military drills with... — has global implications.
On the face of it, Finlay Pretsell’s first feature, Time Trial (2017), seemed like any other underdog sports movie, chronicling the last hurrah of disgraced Scottish cyclist David Millar in his last year as a professional rider at the Tour De France. Others might have taken th...
The big picture: ‘Douglas Gordon By Douglas Gordon’ Director Finlay Pretsell... — signals where Hollywood is headed.
I was hoping for "Dominion" but I'm OK with this.
The big picture: The Elder Scrolls 6 is probably subtitled Sentinel,... — signals what players want next.
Hayden Panettiere, the former child actress who grew up onscreen before our very eyes, passed away Sunday at the age of 36. She died five days before her 37th birthday. “It is with profound sadness that we share the tragic passing of our beloved Hayden,” her father Alan said i...
The big picture: Hollywood Failed Hayden Panettiere — is generating industry buzz.
A fourth party is pursuing legal action against xAI, alleging that Grok was used to create CSAM based on her childhood photos.
The big picture: Another woman joins lawsuit accusing Grok of generating... — signals a shift in how we use technology.
The Sydney Swans confirmed an incident had occurred in the hours after the team's win on Sunday.
The big picture: Aussie rules footy players under investigation as police... — could reshape the global order.
US states are suing the social media giant to force an overhaul of its platforms for young users.
The big picture: Instagram and Facebook could change forever if Meta... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
US President Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner is expected to meet Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu later on Monday.
The big picture: Trump envoy Kushner arrives in Israel after rare... — demands attention beyond borders.
The outbreak was already the fastest growing on record, caused by a rare species of Ebola called Bundibugyo.
Why it matters: Ebola outbreak in DR Congo becomes deadliest in... reflects broader geopolitical shifts.
The shows follow the release of the group's tenth studio album, SHISH, out last November.
Billboard reports: Portugal. The Man Announces 2026 Australian East Coast... — this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
It comes as large swathes of East and South East Asia have been pummelled by dats of heavy rain.
BBC World reports: Record rains drench South Korean city as landslide... — this demands attention beyond borders.
Here are hints and the answers for today’s NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle for Aug. 17, 2026.
Why it matters: Today’s NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers... signals a shift in how we use technology.
The actor was known across TV, movies, and game roles in Until Dawn and Kingdom Hearts
Why it matters: Until Dawn And Kingdom Hearts Star Hayden Panettiere... signals what players want next.
The late actress revealed her struggles in her memoir, This Is Me: A Reckoning, which has returned to number one on the charts following her passing
Why it matters: Hayden Panettiere Once Compared Herself to ‘Finding Nemo’s’... reflects the changing sound of the industry.
See the Moon phase expected for August 17, 2026 as well as when the next Full Moon is expected.
The big picture: Moon phase today: What the Moon will look... — could change how developers build software.
The former Disney boss was honored alongside Anne Hathaway, Dwayne Johnson, Lin-Manuel Miranda and Jerry Bruckheimer at the D23 event.
Why it matters: Bob Iger Takes Victory Lap As He’s Named... reflects evolving audience tastes.
On Sunday night, the summer’s hottest soap opera star, John Oliver, opened the latest edition of his Emmy-winning HBO series “Last Week Tonight” by addressing Trump’s controversial airplane switcheroo incident whilst leaving a NATO summit in Turkey. “The Iran War dragged on wi...
The big picture: John Oliver Brutally Mocks Trump for Sacrificing Staff... — may set a new benchmark for the genre.
The New York Times' latest game, Pips, brings domino fun to your desktop. How to play Pips as well as hints in case you get stuck.
Mashable reports: NYT Pips hints, answers for August 17, 2026 — this may redefine how we interact with devices.
Panettiere was better known for her starring roles on the NBC superhero series Heroes and ABC music drama Nashville. Hayden Panettiere Dead at 36 Alex Young
The big picture: Hayden Panettiere Dead at 36 — could define this era of music.
Hayden Panettiere, known for her roles on “Heroes,” “Nashville” and in “Scream 4” and “Scream VI,” died on Sunday. Her rep confirmed her death to ABC News. A cause of death was not immediately known. “It is with profound sadness that we share the tragic passing of our beloved ...
The big picture: Hayden Panettiere, ‘Heroes’ and ‘Scream’ Star, Dies at... — signals where Hollywood is headed.
"It is with profound sadness that we share the tragic passing of our beloved Hayden," her father said in a statement.
The big picture: Hayden Panettiere, Actress on ‘Heroes’ and ‘Nashville,’ Dies... — reflects evolving audience tastes.
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is one of the most legendary games of all time. It’s highly acclaimed by critics and adored by fans. The good thing is that it’s been available on many different Nintendo systems over the years. Obviously we initially saw Zelda: Ocarina of ...
Nintendo Everything reports: [Let’s Talk] Your experience with Zelda: Ocarina of... — this could shake up the gaming landscape.
The Luce's launch drew backlash from some commentators who said it broke from the brand's signature dramatic styling.
The big picture: Ferrari's first ever electric car sold for record... — demands attention beyond borders.
On an annualized basis, Japan saw growth of 1.1%, against estimates of 2%.
Why it matters: Japan second-quarter GDP grows 1.1% on an annualized... signals changing business strategies.
SPOILER ALERT! This post contains details from the premiere of HBO’s Lanterns. All is not what it seems in HBO’s Lanterns. The series premiered Sunday night, introducing audiences to Kyle Chandler as the legendary Lantern Hal Jordan and his trainee John Stewart (played by Aaro...
Deadline reports: ‘Lanterns’ Star Kyle Chandler Weighs In On Premiere... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
This article contains spoilers for Lanterns season 1 episode 1. At the start of the pilot episode of Lanterns, a young John Stewart watches a television interview with Hal Jordan, the first human member of the Green Lantern Corps. Jordan talks a little about being a space cop,...
Den of Geek reports: Lanterns: Guardians of the Universe, Abin Sur, and... — this reflects shifting cultural trends.
This article contains spoilers for Lanterns season 1 episode 1. John Stewart spends most of the premiere episode Lanterns living in the shadow of his mentor, Hal Jordan. And it’s an unpleasant place to be. Hal never misses an opportunity to needle the young hopeful, whether it...
Bottom line from Den of Geek: this signals changes in media consumption.
SPOILER ALERT: This article contains spoilers for the Season 1 premiere of “Lanterns,” now streaming on HBO Max. What kind of superhero show has the guts to kill off its lead character in the first episode? Of course, just because Hal Jordan (Kyle Chandler) is found dead in th...
Bottom line from Variety: this is generating industry buzz.
Warning: This podcast and write-up has spoilers about the ending of tonight’s first episode of HBO/DC’s Lanterns We can’t even say it in a blunt, straight sentence. But, first episode in, something crazy happened to Kyle Chandler’s O.G. Green Lantern, Hal Jordan, in a time jum...
Why it matters: ‘Lanterns’ Creators On That OMG First Episode Ending... is generating industry buzz.
The premiere of HBO's gritty "Green Lantern" series serves as a rollicking introduction despite overloading on information and ending on a big ol' downer.
IndieWire reports: ‘Lanterns’ Review: Episode 1 Lights Up Small-Town America... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
This article contains spoilers for Lanterns season 1 episode 1. The first episode of Lanterns begins the way any show with knotty lore should: with a flashback to 1996, where a young John Stewart watches the Green Lantern interviewed on 60 Minutes. Through the interview, we le...
Why it matters: Lanterns Episode 1 Review: Hued Detective reflects shifting cultural trends.
Here's the answer for "Wordle" #1885 on August 17 as well as a few hints, tips, and clues to help you solve it yourself.
Mashable reports: Wordle today: Answer, hints for August 17, 2026 — this could change how developers build software.
The first episode of "Lanterns" ends with the reveal that Hal Jordan (Kyle Chandler) is dead. Where does the show go from here?
Mashable reports: Lets talk about Lanterns shocking episode 1 death — this could change how developers build software.
Ahead of the Googlebook launch this fall, we now have a full look at the Desktop Camera application.
The big picture: Final UI for Googlebook ‘Desktop Camera’ app revealed... — could change how developers build software.
“My name is Noah Kahan and I am here to make you fucking miserable!” the biggest male rock star on the charts right now announced almost at the outset of his sold-out show Saturday night at Pasadena’s Rose Bowl Stadium. In this, he was unsuccessful, but to Kahan’s credit, he d...
Variety reports: Noah Kahan Turns His ‘Miserable’ Material Into Manic... — this signals where Hollywood is headed.
We heard about a Maleficent coaster, a Tomorrowland revamp, a Monsters, Inc. octopus sushi chef animatronic, the new Cars rides and more.
CNET reports: D23: All the New Lands and Rides Revealed... — this may redefine how we interact with devices.
When it was time to decide the fate of the galaxy, did you pick red, blue, green, or other?
Why it matters: Request for comment: Which way did you go... reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
South America was a frightening place during the Miocene. More than 10 million years ago, a vast lake covered much of the continent, home to giant turtles and crocodylians.
Bottom line from Phys.org: this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
It’s been quite a week for Bob Iger. First, the former Disney CEO managed to buy one of America’s most-coveted sports franchises — which wasn’t even officially for sale — and today he became a Disney Legend. For those unfamiliar with the honor, it is given to those who have “m...
The big picture: Harrison Ford, Robert Downey Jr. & Ellen Pompeo... — reflects evolving audience tastes.
Islands are widely recognized as natural laboratories of evolution. The ocean restricts movement among islands, allowing isolated populations to adapt to different environments and, at times, diverge into new species. However, on large islands, geographic distance may restrict...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
A bunch of new sales are up and running on the North American Nintendo Switch eShop. These include the lowest prices ever for the Front Mission remakes, New Super Lucky’s Tale, and more. Here’s the full roundup: – A Memoir Blue – $2.79 (was $7.99) – AEW: Fight Forever – $15.99...
Bottom line from Nintendo Everything: this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
Cryptocurrency hardware wallet provider SafePal is warning of a data breach affecting about 39,798 customers after a flaw was exploited to steal customer order information, and a threat actor is now claiming to be selling the stolen data. [...]
BleepingComputer reports: SafePal data breach impacts 39,798 customers, stolen info... — this is a wake-up call for digital security.
“Now, that’s different than whether the president is extraordinarily frustrated at what happened in that case. And I don’t in any way fault him for that.”
Bottom line from Fortune: this hints at where the money is moving.
The BBC's Shaimaa Khalil sat down with Mopreme Shakur ahead of the trial for his brother and late rapper's 1996 murder.
The big picture: 'I want my brother back' - Tupac’s brother... — reflects broader geopolitical shifts.
New research suggests staying put is costing British savers billions in missed interest every year.
The big picture: How switching your bank account could earn you... — could affect investors and consumers alike.
Hal Jordan and John Stewart don the classic green in this new hardboiled space cop mystery
The big picture: How to watch 'Lanterns' — HBO's gritty new... — advances our understanding of the world.
There's no need to lose your streak - here's the 'Wordle' answer for today The post Today’s Wordle answer and hints for #1885 on August 17 appeared first on NME.
Why it matters: Today’s Wordle answer and hints for #1885 on... is making waves across platforms.
Here are hints, groups and answers for 'Connections' #1163 The post ‘Connections’ answers and hints for today, August 17 appeared first on NME.
The big picture: ‘Connections’ answers and hints for today, August 17 — taps into a cultural moment.
Where in the world? The post Globle answer today – here’s the answer and hints for August 17 appeared first on NME.
Why it matters: Globle answer today – here’s the answer and... shows where the music business is headed.
Following several turbulent months and the forthcoming end of her beverage brand, Alex Cooper is embracing change — at least when it comes to her representation. The Call Her Daddy host is in serious talks with CAA, Deadline can confirm. Nothing is signed, sealed and delivered...
Why it matters: Call Her Moving: Alex Cooper In Talks With... reflects evolving audience tastes.
Prosecutors and the SEC are looking into whether Walter or the businesses he controls committed fraud by concealing financial connections while borrowing billions from the insurers.
Fortune reports: US probe on Mark Walter focused on four... — this signals changing business strategies.
Beef sales volumes in the 13 weeks ending in mid-July, a crucial stretch encompassing both Memorial Day and July Fourth, fell 0.3% from a year earlier.
Fortune reports: Skyrocketing beef prices finally have Americans reaching their... — this signals changing business strategies.
You may have heard the phrase "we are made of star-stuff." This statement by the astronomer Carl Sagan refers to the fact that elements heavier than hydrogen and helium were forged in the centers of the first stars. But how does this star-stuff evolve into the chemistry of roc...
Why it matters: Radio telescopes help scientists map molecules in space... opens new research frontiers.
After 18 seasons on the air, RuPaul’s Drag Race has received a total of 88 Emmy nominations with 29 wins. To celebrate its most recent slew of Emmy nominations, executive producer Natalia James, co-executive producer John Polly, production designer Jen Chu, choreographer Jamal...
Bottom line from Deadline: this reflects evolving audience tastes.
Dimon said higher taxes often drive away jobs, citing a decline in finance jobs in New York that he blamed in part on the city’s tax burden.
Bottom line from Fortune: this reflects a broader economic trend.
Claude is experiencing a major outage, with users reporting login problems and degraded performance across several Anthropic services. [...]
BleepingComputer reports: Anthropic confirms Claude is down in major outage... — this is a wake-up call for digital security.
The deal comes just months after OpenRouter raised money at a reported $1.3 billion valuation.
The big picture: Stripe clinches over $7 billion deal to buy... — hints at where the money is moving.
The allegations center on the way a 2024 documentary edited a speech Trump gave on Jan. 6, 2021, before protesters attacked the Capitol in Washington.
The big picture: BBC asks U.S. court to help get testimony... — hints at where the money is moving.
Recent shootings have highlighted the country's troubled relationship with guns, with laws doing little to curb the violence.
The big picture: Thailand has a gun problem - 10 million... — reflects broader geopolitical shifts.
A day earlier, Trump posted a photo of himself standing next to North Korea’s Kim Jong Un, writing that the two leaders get along great.
Bottom line from Fortune: this may shift market dynamics.
Save on Microsoft Visual Studio Professional 2026 for $29.97 and get AI-assisted coding, cross-platform development and real-time collaboration tools.
Mashable reports: Code faster with Microsoft Visual Studio 2026 for... — this could change how developers build software.
The campaign seeks to raise $2 million for Michael and Paula Musgrove as they support their daughter who’s accused of killing her three children
Why it matters: A GoFundMe for Lindsay Clancy’s Parents Raises Over... shows where the music business is headed.
They’re already shooting Season 4, but the Shrinking cast — co-creator/co-writer Jason Segel, Harrison Ford, Jessica Williams and Michael Urie — took a break to chat about their Emmy-nominated third season at Deadline’s Contenders Television: The Nominees Studio. Segel, who st...
Why it matters: Jason Segel Says ‘Shrinking’ Season 4 Will Move... could reshape the box office conversation.
According to the Financial Times, OpenAI disbanded its preparedness team at the end of last month. The job of the preparedness team was to assess if models posed serious risks and develop ways to mitigate those risks. (You know, like the possibility that it could go rogue and ...
Bottom line from The Verge: this reshapes the tech landscape.
Here is what's so amazing: These four unbelievably performing stocks remain the most hated and feared on Wall Street.
CNBC reports: Believe the unbelievable in this market — things... — this may shift market dynamics.
"I think by far the most accurate criticism of AI companies including Anthropic is that we haven’t yet delivered on our big promises to benefit the world."
Why it matters: Dario Amodei admits AI suffers from a crisis... hints at where the money is moving.
After an initial digital launch earlier in the year, a physical release is happening for Human Fall Flat – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition. It’ll be out on October 23, 2026. The full game will be available on the cartridge. Also, from what we’re seeing, the physical version will be ...
Nintendo Everything reports: Human Fall Flat – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition... — this could shake up the gaming landscape.
Indie films helped drive a terrific box office weekend with Jane Schoenbrun’s Teenage Sex And Death At Camp Miasma from Mubi a standout. The edgy director with a dedicated fan base of her own tapped the youthful audience that flocked to Obsession and Backrooms as well as fans ...
Bottom line from Deadline: this signals where Hollywood is headed.
The Los Angeles emo band promised to deliver the track as soon as Wednesday's 'Bleeds' album was released last year The post Townies share new song ‘Wednesday’ in response to Wednesday’s ‘Townies’ appeared first on NME.
The big picture: Townies share new song ‘Wednesday’ in response to... — could define this era of music.
Day two delivered delightful covers of Justin Timberlake, One Direction, BLACKPINK and ATEEZ songs as ZEROBASEONE headlined the concert.
Billboard reports: The Best Moments From KCON LA 2026 (So... — this is making waves across platforms.
Adm Cooper acknowledges service at sea for long periods is "uniquely challenging", after visiting the warship.
Why it matters: US commander says mental health a 'priority' on... demands attention beyond borders.
In the early 2000s, players got to scurry and discover the network of caverns in the engrossing Knytt, celebrating a big birthday with a port for modern hardware
Kotaku reports: Foundational Freeware Indie Metroidvania Knytt Remade For Its... — this could shake up the gaming landscape.
The temporary tattoos apply easily to the skin with water and wash off with soap or rubbing alcohol.
The big picture: These ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Temporary Tattoos Let You... — taps into a cultural moment.
A brief chat about firearm safety can sharply increase willingness among gun owners to consider temporarily storing their firearms outside the home during times of crisis, a step that could help reduce suicide risk, according to a Rutgers-led study.
Phys.org reports: Brief firearm safety talks more than double openness... — this advances our understanding of the world.
Octavia Spencer has been following true crime stories since she was just 11 years old. Speaking at Deadline’s Contenders: The Nominees Studio, Spencer said, “I think there are a lot of people who are very new to the true crime genre. I’m not, I’ve been studying it. I read a ho...
Why it matters: Octavia Spencer “Felt It Was Incumbent On Me... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
On the latest episode of Equity podcast, we discuss why not everyone is buying Zuckerberg’s vision.
The big picture: Why people aren’t buying Mark Zuckerberg’s AI future — is one to watch for the industry.
"Breakups are… tough." It's the opening lines of an interlude towards the end of DOOMED! Called "It Happens in Every Universe." It's also basically the thesis of the entire record. It's no grand revelation, but it's a well-trodden subject that Open Mike Eagle manages to mine f...
Bottom line from The Verge: this signals a shift in how we use technology.
A classic conundrum of 'why would I buy something you didn’t make,' platforms like CGTrader has shelves of AI made models collecting dust
Kotaku reports: 3D Model Markets Are Being Flooded With AI... — this could shake up the gaming landscape.
The microtonal guitarist has rejected the idea that music knowledge can restrict creativity The post Angine De Poitrine’s Khn on the importance of music theory: “Value terminology. Worship terminology. Or be a monkey” appeared first on NME.
The big picture: Angine De Poitrine’s Khn on the importance of... — shows where the music business is headed.
Hundreds of firefighters are trying to contain the flames consuming the major park.
The big picture: Belgian wildfire doubles in size on third day... — could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
You probably don't need antivirus software on your Android phone, but there are some exceptions.
Engadget reports: Do you really need an antivirus app on... — this could change how developers build software.
About 200 firefighters worked to keep the fires from converging on Salamina, with one now under control.
BBC World reports: Two dead and hundreds evacuated after twin fires... — this could reshape the global order.
The four actors are portraying Paul McCartney, George Harrison, Ringo Starr and John Lennon, respectively, for Sam Mendes's four-part Beatles biopic.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this signals where Hollywood is headed.
The pair performed the song as cameras rolled for its official music video.
Billboard reports: Karol G Brings Out Bruno Mars for Surprise... — this is making waves across platforms.
“Without giving too much attention to any kind of one situation, not having the legal ability to play music with other people was definitely difficult,” drummer says
Why it matters: Jay Weinberg Reveals He Didn’t Have ‘Legal Ability’... reflects the changing sound of the industry.
Hurricane Lala was pulling away from Hawaii's Big Island early Sunday as heavy rain and strong winds struck the U.S. Pacific state and officials warned of potentially dangerous flooding.
Phys.org reports: Hurricane Lala pulls away from Hawaii's Big Island — this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
Nina Jacobson and Brad Simpson reveal how leaked photos sparked a social media firestorm — and how the FX limited series ultimately won over skeptics with seven Emmy nominations.
The big picture: ‘Love Story’ Producers Didn’t Expect Carolyn Bessette’s TikTok... — is generating industry buzz.
BTS was the first K-pop act to top the all-genre chart; BLACKPINK was the first female K-pop act to do so.
The big picture: Stray Kids’ Latest Becomes Milestone 25th K-pop Album... — is making waves across platforms.
The Colombian singer-songwriter performed her hit album 'Tropicoqueta' as well as several songs from her just-released album 'No Me Arrepiento de Sentir Tanto' to a sold-out crowd for her first of three nights at Inglewood’s SoFi Stadium.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this could reshape the box office conversation.
Water-bombing aircraft and farmers' tractors joined forces Sunday to help firefighters tame Belgium's largest modern-day wildfire, which has scorched vast swaths of a hard-to-reach nature reserve near the German border.
The big picture: Belgium races to tame huge wildfire creeping toward... — advances our understanding of the world.
The studio’s marketing director blows off some steam on the sudden surge of scrutiny, believing this kind of culture can’t possibly be good for anyone’s mental health
The big picture: Insomniac Staff Blame Social Media Feedback Loops For... — is generating hype in the community.
Japanese scientists are readying a mission to Mars' moons to retrieve samples that may unlock the origins of the solar system and life on Earth, although a rival Chinese mission aims to make it back first.
Why it matters: Japan aims for the moons of Mars adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
Warren Ellis, who first watched them play over 40 years ago, said he wants to see them "again and again and again" The post See Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds enjoying The Cure at Way Out West appeared first on NME.
Why it matters: See Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds enjoying... taps into a cultural moment.
The attack left five injured outside a halls of residence, and the suspect was not a student there, say police.
BBC World reports: Teen suspect in Virginia campus shooting found hiding... — this reflects broader geopolitical shifts.
“My appetite to continue to make television is really it now because of the length of the engagement,” Conrad tells THR.
Hollywood Reporter reports: ‘DTF St. Louis’ Creator Steven Conrad Has No... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
"My time in the Moanaverse is done, but I can't wait to see how far she'll go." Lin-Manuel Miranda Not Returning for Moana 3 Alex Young
Consequence of Sound reports: Lin-Manuel Miranda Not Returning for Moana 3 — this could define this era of music.
Director Talemwa Pius, who pitched his project at Locarno Open Doors, where it won one of the main awards, asks: "What really changed after colonialism, and what didn’t."
Hollywood Reporter reports: In ‘A Vineyard for A Lobster,’ Snowfall in... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
Researchers at Rice University have found that gently squeezing a crystal of iron sulfide can change two of its unusual properties at the same time: its tiny magnetic signal and the way electricity moves through it. The result gives scientists a clearer picture of how a newly ...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
The latest TV show in the DC Cinematic Universe makes its series premiere on Aug. 16.
The big picture: ‘Lanterns’: Here’s Where to Watch the New DC... — could define this era of music.
Below are the latest Nintendo products that can be currently pre-ordered at retailers for the week of August 16, 2026: United States Switch 2 Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 – August 27 – Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop Brigandine Abyss – August 27 – Amazon, Best Buy, Ga...
The big picture: Nintendo pre-order updates – August 16, 2026 –... — could shake up the gaming landscape.
Gemmill also teases season three, er, a tiny bit.
The big picture: ‘The Pitt’ Showrunner Admits Season One’s Notoriety Amped... — reflects evolving audience tastes.
A Super Nintendo or PlayStation looked better on retro TVs than today's ultra-sharp displays, but why is there such a difference?
Why it matters: Here's why retro games look better on old... signals a shift in how we use technology.
Humans love dogs, but petting them can leave some people sneezing and wheezing. About 15% of the world's population lives with a dog allergy, which can increase the risk of hay fever and asthma. The main culprit is Can f 1, a protein found mainly in dog saliva. Right now, stay...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
A new book tells the story — and revels in the lavish work — of couturier Jean Louis, the Da Vinci of Va Va Voom, who shaped some of the most memorable silhouettes in cinema
The big picture: The French Designer Behind the Sexiest Moments of... — is generating industry buzz.
Star Wars Zero Company takes place right at the end of The Clone Wars, my favorite period in Star Wars' huge timeline. That conflict begins with the Battle of Geonosis in Attack of the Clones and concludes with the deaths of the Separatist leaders in Revenge of the Sith, but a...
GameSpot reports: You Have Some Homework To Do To Make... — this signals what players want next.
2026's D23 was full of huge announcements, including "X-Men" casting, teases of Pixar sequels, a "Zootopia 3" announcement and more.
The big picture: D23 2026: Every movie and series announced and... — is one to watch for the industry.
Back when the game was seemingly 6v6, Sion had a beard, and the story revolved around "an antichrist of sorts."
PC Gamer reports: League of Legends YouTuber unearths the original investor... — this may set a new standard for the genre.
On Friday, Amazon customers received an email alerting them to an update to the site's terms and conditions. Most notably, it stated that disputes would now be resolved through arbitration and said users agree to a class action waiver. Amazon framed this as a "fast and efficie...
Why it matters: Amazon is trying to crush class-action suits before... signals a shift in how we use technology.
Amid the row between Saber Interactive CEO Matthew Karch and former writer Stella Sacco after he said he'd have "been happy to replace" her with AI, the studio has finally added the AI disclaimer to Rideshare Stimulator's Steam page that had been conspicuously missing since t...
Bottom line from Eurogamer: this may set a new standard for the genre.
Over the years, Apple has only added more and more customization to iOS. First, we got all of the lock screen personalization back with iOS 16. That was followed up with icon color tinting in iOS 18, clear icons in iOS 26, and a full-on Liquid Glass slider in iOS 27. The iPhon...
9to5Mac reports: It’s time for iOS to have its own... — this may redefine how we interact with devices.
In a statement, Springsteen called the former Creem editor “soulful, intelligent, heartfelt, opinionated, bruising and often fantastically argumentative”
Why it matters: Dave Marsh, Veteran Rock Critic and Bruce Springsteen... reflects the changing sound of the industry.
The differences between the iPhone and Android show up when you connect them to your car, as well.
Engadget reports: Android Auto vs Apple CarPlay: What features set... — this may redefine how we interact with devices.
Multiple distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks targeted the Threema secure messaging service earlier this week, causing severe disruptions to communications. [...]
Bottom line from BleepingComputer: this should prompt a review of your own security.
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