The Hollywood Creative Alliance has named this year’s best in television with the 6th Astra TV Awards. On Saturday, host Lisa Ann Walter presided over the awards show at the InterContinental in Los Angeles, where HBO’s The Pitt was the big winner of the evening with seven trop...
Bottom line from Deadline: this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
A representative survey by Epoch AI found that 20 percent of employed Americans hand off at least one task to AI that a human used to do. Generally, they accept AI output with little to no editing. The article One in five US workers now delegates tasks to AI instead of colleag...
The Decoder reports: One in five US workers now delegates tasks... — this raises questions about AI's role.
Thomas Mazloum spoke to THR in connection with the D23 fan event in Anaheim this weekend.
Why it matters: Disney’s Experiences Chief Talks Figment, the Tomorrowland Refresh... reflects evolving audience tastes.
Nintendo’s new Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake for Switch 2 hasn’t had a very good track record with leaks. Everything about it has leaked – the existence of the game itself was outed and hinted at months before its official announcement, and more recently new Zelda-th...
Bottom line from Nintendo Everything: this signals what players want next.
Officials say a rapid assessment into the impact of the earthquake that destroyed hundreds of buildings and killed 47 is under way.
Bottom line from BBC World: this affects international relations.
THe’Monsters, Inc.’ themed land, Monstropolis is set to open at Disney’s Hollywood Studios at Disney World in 2027. The news was announced Saturday at D23. Vice President Creative, Walt Disney World Portfolio at Walt Disney Imagineering, Michael Hundgen told Variety, “We’re so...
Bottom line from Variety: this is generating industry buzz.
“Is Nintendo losing its soul?” This is a question that pops up every few years as Nintendo releases new hardware and new games. And it kind of makes sense, when you think about it – most of our most cherished gaming memories are from when we were younger, and newly-announced a...
Bottom line from Nintendo Everything: this may set a new standard for the genre.
Watch live football for free. How to watch Liverpool vs. Como in a 2026 pre-season friendly for free.
The big picture: How to watch Liverpool vs. Como online for... — could change how developers build software.
Watch live football for free. How to watch Schalke 04 vs. Real Madrid in a 2026 pre-season friendly for free.
The big picture: How to watch Schalke 04 vs. Real Madrid... — could change how developers build software.
See the Moon phase expected for August 16, 2026 as well as when the next Full Moon is expected.
Why it matters: Moon phase today: What the Moon will look... signals a shift in how we use technology.
Stuff Your Kindle is live on Aug. 15-16. Fantasy and Sci-Fi Worlds, hosted by Book Below, is offering free sci-fi and fantasy books.
Mashable reports: Free Kindle books alert: Load your Kindle with... — this may redefine how we interact with devices.
In a worst-case scenario, category one Lala could dump up to 25in (63cm) of rain on Big Island.
BBC Science reports: Hawaii braces for potential first direct hit by... — this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
From 18th century Scotland to the fictional Kingdom of Corona, Disney’s live-action Tangled has found its Queen Arianna. While Outlander star Caitríona Balfe was not featured in the footage teased Friday at D23, Disney has announced the 5x Golden Globe nominee will play Rapunz...
Why it matters: ‘Outlander’s Caitríona Balfe Joins Live-Action ‘Tangled’ As Queen... is generating industry buzz.
"Banks understands editorial discretion. She created, hosted, and executive produced 24 seasons of ANTM, making the same kinds of editorial decisions she now attacks — what footage to include, what to omit, and how to present competing narratives," the motion reads.
Why it matters: Netflix Fires Back Against Tyra Banks’ ‘America’s Next... reflects evolving audience tastes.
Smartphone cameras are convenient, but they lack the charm of analog instant cameras. If you’re trying to relive the nostalgia of waiting for an instant photo to develop, Amazon is selling the second-generation Polaroid Go instant camera with a 16-photo film pack for $71.99 (u...
The big picture: Polaroid’s tiny instant camera is $72 and includes... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
SpaceX launched two of its Falcon 9 rockets just 38 minutes apart on Saturday evening (Aug. 15), setting a new spaceflight record.
Why it matters: New record! SpaceX launches 2 Falcon 9 rockets... could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
Here's the answer for "Wordle" #1884 on August 16 as well as a few hints, tips, and clues to help you solve it yourself.
Mashable reports: Wordle today: Answer, hints for August 16, 2026 — this could change how developers build software.
The morning after an intoxicating D23 Friday night, which included a dancing spirit squad, Adam Driver and Inde Navarrette X-Men surprises, Josh Gad crooning, Ryan Gosling, Anne Hathaway and confetti raining, it became really clear — Disney is going to have a killer 2028 at th...
Why it matters: Disney D23 Takeaway: With ‘X-Men’, ‘Tangled’, ‘Incredibles 3’... signals where Hollywood is headed.
Vincent Bohanan & SOV won three awards, all for their album Live in New York.
Billboard reports: Lisa Knowles-Smith, Darrel Walls & More Win Big... — this could define this era of music.
This year's festival officially opened Friday (Aug. 14) at the Los Angeles Convention Center and Crypto.com Arena.
Billboard reports: The Best Moments From KCON LA 2026 (So... — this is making waves across platforms.
Kingdom Hearts 4 fans can rest easy knowing that the game won’t be delayed – at least if new comments from the team are anything to go by. Yesterday, we heard that the game will finally launch in late 2027. Some fans immediately went with the idea that there’ll eventually be d...
Nintendo Everything reports: Square Enix talks Kingdom Hearts 4 launch timing,... — this may set a new standard for the genre.
We got an extended look at the trailer revealed at D23 that showcases more gameplay than the Coco reveal trailer. Get a glimpse of some gameplay featuring Mickey, Donald, Goofy and more.
Bottom line from GameSpot: this signals what players want next.
A spokesperson for Trump's legal team responded to the request accusing the broadcaster of "seeking to harass" the president's family.
Why it matters: BBC seeks to subpoena family members in Panorama... affects international relations.
A new custom island in Fortnite is connected with the Star Wars ride at Disneyland and Disney World.
Why it matters: Disney’s Millennium Falcon Ride Activates Fortnite In-Game Rewards signals a shift in how we use technology.
Tiny viruses that infect bacteria could one day help us tackle infections that antibiotics can no longer treat. But first, scientists need to understand how these viruses work, and artificial intelligence could provide them with a powerful way to do that.
Bottom line from Phys.org: this advances our understanding of the world.
Shantay you stay! “RuPaul’s Drag Race,” “All Stars” and “Untucked” have all been renewed for new seasons at MTV and Paramount+. The franchise’s main show, “RuPaul’s Drag Race” will return to MTV for its 19th season. This follows a successful season 18 which delivered double-di...
Variety reports: ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race,’ ‘All Stars’ and ‘Untucked’ Renewed... — this is generating industry buzz.
An extended four-minute Kingdom Hearts 4 trailer has dropped, which shows even more of the title, including Riku as well as gameplay featuring Mickey, Donald, and Goofy. This was shown during a D23 panel for the series. This is a much bigger look at the game than what many of...
The big picture: Kingdom Hearts 4 releases extended 4-minute trailer, shows... — is generating hype in the community.
Hopefully putting a fork in this embarrassing stitch, Matt Karch delivered a private apology to the lead Rideshare "Simulator" writer subjected to his stinky, snarky rant
Bottom line from Kotaku: this signals what players want next.
Mobile game No 10: Full Confidence recently ranked above Minecraft on the UK App Store paid games chart
BBC Tech reports: I survived two years as prime minister in... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
EXCLUSIVE: Former Saturday Night Live writer/performer John Higgins, member of the Please Don’t Destroy comedy group, has joined the cast of ABC’s Scrubs for a major recurring role in the upcoming second season of the revival, Deadline has learned. He will play Grant, the new ...
Why it matters: ‘SNL’ Alum John Higgins Joins ‘Scrubs’ For Major... signals where Hollywood is headed.
Her legal team is filing a motion to dismiss recent claims against Gomez involving Wondermind, the star's mental health startup.
Why it matters: Selena Gomez’s Attorney Calls Investor Fraud Lawsuit Allegations... taps into a cultural moment.
Amid a torrent of fan-friendly news about Disney projects across the media spectrum, Disney leadership took time on the first day of the three-day D23 fan fest weekend in Anaheim for panels that offered a behind the scenes look at the Mouse House’s business strategies and visi...
Why it matters: Disney Leaders Talk Streaming Strategy and Growth Drivers:... signals where Hollywood is headed.
Visitors to the 'Millennium Falcon: Smuggler's Run' attraction in Orlando or Anaheim can accept a mission that will earn rewards in the 'Fortnite' extension of the ride.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
If you’re starting college this fall or you’re currently a student, here are some expert recommendations.
Why it matters: Seven ways college students can manage their finances... reflects a broader economic trend.
Tayane Dalazen was on a shark-diving trip in Brazil when she was attacked.
BBC Science reports: The influencers getting bitten while chasing the perfect... — this advances our understanding of the world.
Nearly a year after they first appeared onscreen together in Regretting You, Mason Thames and McKenna Grace are playing romantic opposites again. Following Colleen Hoover romance’s premiere last October, Thames recently revealed he had already worked with Grace on the Green Da...
The big picture: Mason Thames Reveals He & McKenna Grace Filmed... — is generating industry buzz.
There's no need to lose your streak - here's the 'Wordle' answer for today The post Today’s Wordle answer and hints for #1884 on August 16 appeared first on NME.
Bottom line from NME: this taps into a cultural moment.
Where in the world? The post Globle answer today – here’s the answer and hints for August 16 appeared first on NME.
Why it matters: Globle answer today – here’s the answer and... taps into a cultural moment.
You’ve been framed The post Framed answer today – here’s the solution for August 16 appeared first on NME.
NME reports: Framed answer today – here’s the solution for... — this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
Others that have profited include the University of California’s investment arm as well as the University of North Carolina and Washington University in St. Louis.
Bottom line from Fortune: this signals changing business strategies.
"We will vigorously defend these false allegations and indeed are filing a motion to dismiss the baseless claims against her," the singer-actress' attorney said in a statement to People.
The big picture: Selena Gomez’s Attorney Fires Back at Wondermind Lawsuit:... — reflects evolving audience tastes.
Qwen, Alibaba’s family of AI models, has open-sourced more than 460 models and its ecosystem has spawned 300,000-plus derivatives.
Why it matters: Alibaba AI models hit 3 billion downloads, passing... could affect investors and consumers alike.
Why are you making me write this stuff?
PC Gamer reports: Saber's AI Rideshare Stimulator controversy almost closes on... — this could shake up the gaming landscape.
"Now traders are watching the 'yen carry trade,' where cheap yen borrowing funds bets on higher-yielding assets worldwide, and wondering if it’s about to blow up."
The big picture: Scott Bessent fired a currency bazooka, but global... — reflects a broader economic trend.
Rob Rausch, a handsome snake-wrangler from Alabama, was standing a few feet away from Maura Higgins, the former Love Islander, next to the Traitors’ roundtable. Showing little emotion, he finally revealed that he had double-crossed her to win more than $220,000. “I was so fool...
Bottom line from Deadline: this signals where Hollywood is headed.
Orbitals game director Jakob Lundgren has spoken about the decision to focus on multiplayer only and forgo single-player entirely. Interestingly, there was one point very early on in development in which single-player was supported. However, that was ultimately scrapped. Lundg...
Nintendo Everything reports: Orbitals dev explains why the team ditched single-player... — this may set a new standard for the genre.
Paul Wright's subversive drama "Mission" sees "Rose of Nevada" star George MacKay pushed to his limit. Review.
Bottom line from Mashable: this may redefine how we interact with devices.
At D23, when asked about the potential for a sequel to the cult classic The Simpsons: Hit & Run game, Matt Groening replied, "I think the original game is coming back in some form," before current showrunner Matt Selman added, "or not." The tone in both of their voices and the...
Why it matters: Matt Groening lets slip that Simpsons: Hit &... is one to watch for the industry.
I think it would be a tad fair if you heard that Thimbleweed Park 2 is in the works and thought, "who funded that?" Not because it doesn't deserve funding, but because adventure games aren't exactly in vogue (even though it's not as dead a genre as many think), and also there'...
Rock Paper Shotgun reports: Ron Gilbert talks the untraditional way he got... — this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
The female ex-ABC News staffer also alleges the network denied her medical accommodations.
The big picture: CBS News Chief Correspondent Matt Gutman Accused of... — signals where Hollywood is headed.
New South Wales, where the attack took place, will offer gun owners cash to give up their firearms.
The big picture: Australian state to launch gun buyback after Bondi... — has global implications.
Slipknot is officially parting ways with Sid Wilson, who had been part of the group for nearly 30 years. “Effective immediately, Slipknot will no longer be associated with Sid Wilson,” the band posted on its Instagram account in a post that has since been taken down. “We wish ...
The big picture: Slipknot Confirms Sid Wilson’s Sudden Exit: ‘We Wish... — could reshape the box office conversation.
The first standalone 'X-Men' film in the MCU will arrive in May 2028 The post Marvel reveal new ‘X-Men’ cast, including Adam Driver as Mister Sinister appeared first on NME.
Bottom line from NME: this shows where the music business is headed.
The singer, her mother Mandy Teefey, and their former business partner were sued by investors who claim they were misled by Gomez’s involvement
Rolling Stone reports: Selena Gomez’s Lawyer Calls Wondermind Suit ‘Meritless,’ Will... — this shows where the music business is headed.
EXCLUSIVE: Cue the “Nobody cares, Sean” memes — Scott Foley is coming back to Scrubs. He will reprise his fan-favorite character Sean Kelly on the upcoming second season of the ABC revival. Foley’s return is being announced today at D23’s “Scrubs: Scrubbing Back” panel moderat...
Deadline reports: Scott Foley Returning To ‘Scrubs’ As Sean Kelly... — this is generating industry buzz.
Lindsay Hubbard, one of the stars of Bravo’s Summer House, was doing an on-camera interview for a different reality show when shocking news broke that two of her Summer House castmates had gotten together. At the end of March, Amanda Batula, who was still married to Kyle Cooke...
Deadline reports: ‘Summer House’ Enters A “New Chapter” After Landing... — this is generating industry buzz.
Everyone grab your webshooters because it’s undoubtedly Spidey season. During a Saturday panel at D23 expo, a group of presenters that include Marvel studio’s president Kevin Feige, Spider-Man: Brand New Day actor Jacob Batalon and Disney+’s Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-...
Bottom line from Deadline: this could reshape the box office conversation.
The new LP is titled Perfecth, while the release date is suspect. Queens of the Stone Age Reveal New Album Title in Bloody Teaser Video: Watch Spencer Kaufman
Bottom line from Consequence of Sound: this taps into a cultural moment.
Also: Ahsoka S2 teaser, Doomsday trailer, news about MCU's X-Men and Star Wars: Starfighter
Ars Technica reports: VisionQuest trailer kicks off Disney's D23 fan event — this could change how developers build software.
Iran claims they have been held since Qatar downed two fighter jets at the start of the US-Iran war.
BBC World reports: Qatar denies capturing three Iranian pilots after downing... — this has global implications.
A brand-new adventure awaits as the world of Disney and Pixar's Coco joins KINGDOM HEARTS IV.
The big picture: KINGDOM HEARTS 4 – COCO Reveal and Release... — is generating hype in the community.
After defending her undisputed women’s heavyweight title against Franchon Crews-Dezurn back in February, American boxer Claressa Shields drops in weight class to middleweight to challenge WBA and WBC champion Australian Kaye Scott. The bout is scheduled for 10 rounds. On Satur...
Bottom line from Variety: this signals where Hollywood is headed.
Security had been stepped up amid suggestions on social media of a second mass crossing on Saturday.
Why it matters: Morocco detains dozens of migrants trying to cross... affects international relations.
The Acer Nitro 85 gaming desktop is currently on sale for $1,499, which is $600 off its regular price for a PC that would otherwise cost you $2,000 to spec out yourself.
Tom's Hardware reports: Grab this RTX 5070 gaming PC for just... — this may redefine how we interact with devices.
For “Sacred Creatures” director Frieda Luk, belief can be comforting, ridiculous, exhilarating and hard to explain. “I’m really fascinated by when people believe in something,” she tells Variety. “One person believes in something, and then a group of people, and then it slowly...
Why it matters: Director Frieda Luk on Olivia Luccardi’s ‘Sacred Creatures’... is generating industry buzz.
Survivor executive producer Matt Van Wagenen, casting director Jesse Tannenbaum, editor Brian Barefoot and returning cast member Tiffany Nicole Ervin dished on the CBS reality series’ “incredible” Season 50 and looked ahead at the upcoming Season 51 during an appearance at Dea...
Deadline reports: ‘Survivor’ Cast & Creatives Look Back On Epic... — this is generating industry buzz.
Your AI Slop Bores Me is brilliant in its simplicity. There are two tabs: human and LARP as an AI. On one side you enter a request. On the other, you submit an answer. But the important thing is that there's a human on both sides of the equation. Prompts can request a response...
The big picture: Have a laugh at AI’s expense by roleplaying... — is one to watch for the industry.
When a dairy cow miscarries, a farmer loses far more than an unborn calf. Feed has been grown, land and water have been used, and greenhouse gases have been released during the cow's pregnancy, but milk production, a future animal and income are lost.
Why it matters: How healthier farm animals can cut greenhouse gas... opens new research frontiers.
Iran's deputy foreign minister says Hormuz "will remain Iranian" after Trump's claim that the waterway would soon become U.S. territory.
Bottom line from CNBC: this reflects a broader economic trend.
Do you remember, or do you even know, about the Game Boy Camera? It's exactly as it sounds, a little camera attached to an original Game Boy cartridge that you could plug in and take photos with. You could even get a printer! The aesthetic therewithin is a particular one, util...
Why it matters: O EMPIRE! WARD OFF THY ROT puts you... could shake up the gaming landscape.
Yuji Horii, the creator of Dragon Quest 9, recently reflected on the decision to make the game exclusive to Nintendo DS. Before that RPG, new mainline entries were known for debuting on home consoles. On top of that, Square Enix was coming off of Dragon Quest 8 on PlayStation ...
The big picture: Dragon Quest creator comments on why DQ9 was... — reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
As part of James Gunn and Peter Safran’s newly expanded DCU, a more grounded take on the “Green Lantern” comics may surprise audiences who associate the character with the Ryan Reynolds film that received poor reviews back in 2011. But for co-creators Chris Mundy, Damon Lindel...
Why it matters: ‘Lanterns’ Bosses and Stars on How the Show’s... could reshape the box office conversation.
Israel's military said it had struck "Hezbollah terror infrastructure" in response to what it described as earlier action against its soldiers.
BBC World reports: Eleven killed in Israeli strikes on southern Lebanon,... — this affects international relations.
The solicitor general called it an "integrated military complex, including a totally secure ballroom space, at the East Wing of the White House, which is vitally required by national security."
The big picture: Trump administration tells Supreme Court that ballroom construction... — signals changing business strategies.
Oliver Tompsett and Samantha Barks lead the cast of the stage adaptation of the hit 2017 film.
Why it matters: ‘The Greatest Showman’ Musical Sets London’s West End... shows where the music business is headed.
Many fascinating phases in quantum materials emerge when electrons, atoms and other microscopic components begin to act collectively. But these phases do not necessarily appear out of nowhere when a material crosses a transition temperature. Before long-range order develops, m...
Phys.org reports: Ultrafast core-level spectroscopy reveals elusive precursors of exciton... — this opens new research frontiers.
“Maybe some people tuned in extra because of it. It’s hard to tell,” says Howard Gordon.
Hollywood Reporter reports: ‘The Beast in Me’ Showrunner Knows That the... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
Replacing the battery on your Apple Watch can extend its life, but you'll have to determine whether it's worthwhile for your model.
The big picture: Apple Watch battery replacement: How much does it... — could change how developers build software.
Would “Trainspotting” get financed today? Could Lynne Ramsay survive the jump from shorts to a first feature? And might “The Wicker Man,” once treated as a problem child, now look like exactly the kind of genre package buyers chase? That was the conceit of a lively session hos...
Variety reports: ‘How the F— Would You Get This Movie... — this is generating industry buzz.
Pedro Pascal did a great job, but you can see it, right?
PC Gamer reports: Matthew McConaughey could have played Joel in The... — this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
He was rushed to hospital shortly before a concert with Lionel Richie earlier this month The post Earth, Wind & Fire drummer John Paris in induced coma after medical emergency before San Francisco show appeared first on NME.
Why it matters: Earth, Wind & Fire drummer John Paris in... is making waves across platforms.
The declaration was made on the national day of the central European country, which has a population of just 44,000.
The big picture: Liechtenstein changes succession rule to allow women to... — reflects broader geopolitical shifts.
Trump acknowledged that he's used the U.S. military “a little bit more than I wanted to," while asserting anew that the U.S. operation against Iran is going well.
Why it matters: ‘I’ll never apologize’ — Trump brushes off Iran... may shift market dynamics.
The Trump administration delayed a rule last year that could have sped up the effort to pinpoint the source of the contamination. Critics charge that food safety oversight has eroded overall.
Why it matters: How Cyclospora Evaded the U.S. Food Safety System... opens new research frontiers.
O.P. Neon Games has set a release date for version 1.0 of TCG Card Shop Simulator. With that, we now know that the game is heading to Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch on September 15, 2026. The 1.0 update will let players battle with the cards they collect. Also planned is a Tourn...
The big picture: TCG Card Shop Simulator gets Nintendo Switch 2... — reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
Police responded to reports of a shooting outside a residence halls at about 01:28 local time (05:28 GMT) on Saturday.
Why it matters: Multiple suspects at large after five shot at... has global implications.
Director Jane Schoenbrun continues their odyssey into childhood fixations, this time with a painterly but often obnoxious unraveling of gloriously problematic VHS horror
Why it matters: Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma Wants... reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
“Every little, tiny breadcrumb-y feminist thing that I put in there…everyone picked up on it,” says the writer and creator of the Peacock series.
The big picture: The TikTok Comment That Let Megan Gallagher Know... — may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Welcome to Indie App Spotlight. This is a weekly 9to5Mac series where we showcase the latest apps in the indie app world. If you’re a developer and would like your app featured, get in contact. Writing a little bit of code shouldn’t be a hassle. Typically you have to set up a...
9to5Mac reports: Indie App Spotlight: ‘Notepad.exe’ is an ultra-fast, lightweight... — this may redefine how we interact with devices.
The 92-year-old singer took to social media to clarify his status after his brother said Frankie “will now retire”
The big picture: Frankie Valli Says ‘I Am Not Retired,’ His... — could define this era of music.
"The bottom line is that the US economy continues to be supported by a growing set of tailwinds."
Why it matters: Tariff refunds are juicing corporate profits and GDP... signals changing business strategies.
Wood is also joining Bridgers on the UK and European leg of her 'Lost Tour' later this year The post Listen to Phoebe Bridgers’ hidden ‘Lost Weekend’ track ‘Best Dressed’, featuring former Black Country, New Road singer Isaac Wood appeared first on NME.
Bottom line from NME: this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
The modestly budgeted 1981 comedy about an alcoholic playboy who falls for a Liza Minnelli’s working-class gal became a surprise summer hit with the fourth largest box office haul of the year.
Hollywood Reporter reports: Hollywood Flashback: When Dudley Moore Intoxicated Audiences in... — this is generating industry buzz.
The event takes place on Saturday, Aug. 15, at the Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia. Here's how to watch online, including for free.
Why it matters: Where to Stream UFC 330: Makhachev vs. Machado... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
How will the watermarking actually work? Can it be hidden with editing? And how does this affect code?
Why it matters: Anthropic shares more details about how Claude’s new... signals a shift in how we use technology.
Starting September 2nd, The Mandalorian and Grogu are getting the Lego treatment.
The big picture: Lego Star Wars: The Mandalorian Is Packed With... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
Selena Gomez and her legal team have released a fiery statement after the “Only Murders in the Building” star was accused of defrauding investors in her mental health startup, Wondermind, in a federal lawsuit filed Thursday. “The allegations that Selena Gomez engaged in any wa...
Variety reports: Selena Gomez Slams ‘Completely Meritless’ Wondermind Lawsuit, Will... — this could reshape the box office conversation.
Dek: Zootopia 3, Coco 2, Percy Jackson season 3, Ice Age 6, live-action Rapunzel, Bluey and a Kingdom Hearts series were some of the major announcements out of Disney’s big event.
CNET reports: Disney D23 Movies and Streaming Lineup: Biggest Surprises... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
The weather being what it is in Yorkshire, a sunroof is not a top priority for most car buyers in that English county — but the tired hatchback driven by young slacker Frankie (Samuel Bottomley) has one. That’s the first of a few improbabilities in “The State of Us,” an occasi...
Bottom line from Variety: this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
The third installment in Disney’s hit franchise will hit theaters in November 2027.
Billboard reports: ‘Frozen 3’ Stars Kristen Bell, Idina Menzel &... — this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
Pioneering Creem and Rolling Stone journalist wrote essential biographies on the Who and Bruce Springsteen
Why it matters: Dave Marsh, Legendary Rock Biographer and Critic, Dead... shows where the music business is headed.
Computer Space is often regarded as the first commercially distributed arcade machine, and David Perry’s personal two-player unit of this historical artifact is now up for grabs
Bottom line from Kotaku: this signals what players want next.
Gone are the days where a developer could give an NPC maybe two lines of dialogue and call it a day. The steady shift to realism essentially enforces the idea that characters must behave realistically, which is why whenever some kind of glitch or bug makes an NPC move about in...
The big picture: "For a few weeks, women were just dropping... — signals what players want next.
The BBC’s Katy Watson explains why triple-murder Erin Patterson is back in court this week trying to overturn her conviction.
Why it matters: Why is Australia's mushroom killer back in court... could reshape the global order.
NASA is planning to send three small rovers to the moon with a single instruction: Work out among yourselves how to explore a patch of ground.
Bottom line from Phys.org: this advances our understanding of the world.
While there have been many twists and turns in the company's evolution, it remains one of the biggest names in the telecommunications industry.
Why it matters: What the world's oldest telecommunications company looks like... is one to watch for the industry.
The interactive show will include photographs and messages from fans on the giant Outernet screens The post Immersive exhibition to celebrate Madonna’s birthday in London this weekend appeared first on NME.
The big picture: Immersive exhibition to celebrate Madonna’s birthday in London... — reflects the changing sound of the industry.
The fire burning through the major park was described as the country's worst in recent years.
Why it matters: Firefighters battle wildfire tearing through Belgian nature reserve challenges existing scientific assumptions.
Canine sarcoptic mange (scabies) is a skin condition in which microscopic mites (Sarcoptes scabiei) infest dogs' skin. The condition is contagious and zoonotic and can be difficult to detect. If left untreated, it can cause bleeding sores, malnutrition, emaciation and secondar...
Phys.org reports: Topical clove oil for canine sarcoptic mange promises... — this advances our understanding of the world.
With November's midterms fast approaching, cannabis reform is an issue. It's popular with voters, but its power to tilt elections remains uncertain.
CNBC reports: Marijuana reform is emerging as a midterm elections... — this may shift market dynamics.
The head of the Iran-China Joint Chamber of Commerce said "the consequences of the blockade far outweigh those of a direct war."
The big picture: Iran business leader admits U.S. blockade will inflict... — signals changing business strategies.
A patent filing details ways that Meta could use facial recognition with its smart glasses to create media files, such as videos.
Why it matters: Patent Filing Suggests Meta’s Facial Recognition Glasses Are... is one to watch for the industry.
"I admired Dave as a man of conscience and commitment. He lived and stuck by his values come hell or high water," Bruce Springsteen wrote.
Why it matters: Dave Marsh, Influential Critic, Activist, Broadcaster & Biographer... reflects the changing sound of the industry.
Slay the Spire 2 has been moving at a solid pace since it launched into early access back in March, but back in May developer Mega Crit shared that updates would be switching to once every two weeks as opposed to the previously promised weekly updates. Now, as outlined in the ...
Bottom line from Rock Paper Shotgun: this is generating hype in the community.
"Today, if you said 'give me a Witcher 3 village that has eight houses', I could give you that in two hours."
The big picture: Witcher 3 designer says it wasn't easy to... — reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
The band had only previously played the 'Reality Awaits' highlight in jam form on stage The post Watch The Strokes play ‘Lonely In The Future’ in full live for the first time in Tokyo appeared first on NME.
The big picture: Watch The Strokes play ‘Lonely In The Future’... — shows where the music business is headed.
Jacob Navok says that a world without physical media will put major publishers in constant competition with each other, though how that would drive costs down is just a theory
Bottom line from Kotaku: this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
When I'm asked what to buy if you want to get into making electronic music, I often recommend Elektron's budget-minded Model:Samples and Model:Cycles grooveboxes. They don't grab headlines the way Teenage Engineering's gear or the Telepathic Instruments Orchid do, and even com...
Bottom line from The Verge: this is one to watch for the industry.
Simpsons creator Matt Groening may have just let slip that a Hit & Run comeback is on the way. Read more
Why it matters: Simpsons creator Matt Groening seemingly lets slip that... signals what players want next.
Disney Imagineers put in way more work than you might think to update Smuggler’s Run in Disneyland.
Why it matters: Disney Snuck In and Overhauled the Millennium Falcon... signals a shift in how we use technology.
The British singer-songwriter turned The Art of Loving into gospel with an astoundingly present performance for her first of four sold-out nights at the iconic venue
Rolling Stone reports: Olivia Dean Delivers Lessons in Love and One... — this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
A new paper published in Physical Review Letters reveals that a leading dark matter candidate—the hypothetical "dark photon"—would not have heated the early universe as previously thought. The finding opens a vast region for experimental searches and could change the hunt for ...
Phys.org reports: Early-universe plasma may have stopped dark photons from... — this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
Time, Dr Freeman?
Bottom line from PC Gamer: this could shake up the gaming landscape.
Hayden Christensen is back, and Ryan Gosling is ready for his Starfighter role.
The big picture: Starfighter Trailer, Ahsoka and Anakin: Biggest Star Wars... — signals a shift in how we use technology.
A former Square Enix exec believes that PS Store prices could actually come down as a result of Sony's decision to end all physical media on PlayStation. Read more
Bottom line from Eurogamer: this could shake up the gaming landscape.
James Spader is back as the genocidal AI in Paul Bettany's Disney+ series
Why it matters: Marvel unveils first VisionQuest trailer, reveals Ultrons return... signals a shift in how we use technology.
The MC said he took the image to "gas up" fans before his first ever show in Tel Aviv in 2007 The post Skepta responds to old photo of himself posing with Israeli flag: “I was young and naive” appeared first on NME.
Bottom line from NME: this is making waves across platforms.
Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl's big 2.0 update is right around the corner, and developer GSC Game World have shared a plethora of details of what you can expect from it. For starters, the shooter is getting a visual upgrade, with a particular emphasis on lighting adjustments. ...
The big picture: Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl's meaty 2.0 update... — is generating hype in the community.
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