Up until two years ago, using large language models was still considered a special skill that everyone was encouraged to learn. Now, it is ubiquitous, especially in writing research papers that eventually become part of the scientific knowledge we build around a subject.
Phys.org reports: Marker words suggest sharp rise in AI-assisted biomedical... — this opens new research frontiers.
Every so often, a headline declares that women make better leaders. A widely cited 2019 Harvard Business Review analysis, for instance, found women outscored men on most leadership competencies.
The big picture: Women and racialized CEOs may outperform their peers... — advances our understanding of the world.
Trump’s stock trading could face heightened congressional scrutiny if Democrats retake either chamber in the midterms.
The big picture: Trump’s oil and gas stocks gained up to... — signals changing business strategies.
Bitcoin and crypto stocks extended their rally after the flagship cryptocurrency broke out of its trading range.
The big picture: Crypto extends gains after biggest 3-day rally since... — could affect investors and consumers alike.
The label claims the grocery chain used music by Beyoncé, Billy Joel, Michael Jackson and Outkast in social media advertisements — the latest in a flood of such cases.
The big picture: Sony Music Sues Kroger in Latest Lawsuit Over... — shows where the music business is headed.
Weeks after OpenAI disclosed that one of its cybersecurity models had gone rogue and hacked AI dataset company Hugging Face, Alabama’s Attorney General announced an investigation into the incident.
Bottom line from TechCrunch: this may redefine how we interact with devices.
Comedy Bang! Bang! has also apparently cut Watts' longtime theme song. Reggie Watts Dropped From Festivals Following Rolling Stone Investigation Into Ex-Girlfriend’s Death Alex Krinsky
Bottom line from Consequence of Sound: this could define this era of music.
As the memory shortage continues to cause trouble for hardware makers, Amazon says it is now being forced to pass on the costs to its consumers.
TechCrunch reports: Amazon hikes hardware prices by 60 percent, blaming... — this could change how developers build software.
At TechCrunch Disrupt 2026, Replit CEO Amjad Masad will share his perspective on the future of programming and Replit's role in developing it.
Bottom line from TechCrunch: this is one to watch for the industry.
Paramount Pictures is in early development on a sequel to How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days, the beloved rom-com starring Kate Hudson and Matthew McConaughey, a source close to the project confirms to Deadline. While Hudson is set to produce alongside Stacey Sher, whether she and/o...
Why it matters: Paramount Developing ‘How To Lose A Guy In... reflects evolving audience tastes.
We see a flashing yellow light into Nvidia's earnings report Wednesday night.
CNBC reports: Here's what the charts say about Nvidia's stock... — this could affect investors and consumers alike.
There is something slightly ridiculous about using a kitchen blender to make graphene. This is, after all, the "wonder material" associated with futuristic technologies. You might reasonably expect its production to involve equally futuristic equipment. Often, it does.
Phys.org reports: The 'wonder material' graphene can be made using... — this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
The creator of the world's first 3D-printed gun claims he's developed a way to thwart government-mandated software meant to block 3D printers from making firearms. It's an opening volley in what's shaping up to be an evolving battle between regulators trying to stem the tide o...
Why it matters: The cat-and-mouse game over 3D-printed guns has begun reshapes the tech landscape.
Epic says Apple is making overly broad requests to seal information it says is central to determining what the company can charge developers for linked-out purchases. Here are the details.
Why it matters: Epic fights Apple’s bid to seal key data... is one to watch for the industry.
Originally released in 2015, these sneakers celebrate Kobe Bryant's legacy on the basketball court
The big picture: Nike Drops New Kobe 10 Protro ‘Halo’ Sneakers... — could define this era of music.
Sophia stepped back for a break months after Manon Bannerman went on hiatus.
The big picture: KATSEYE’s Sophia Laforteza Is ‘Literally Doing Everything to... — taps into a cultural moment.
The label also announced it will be the exclusive music partner for series The Chosen.
Bottom line from Billboard: this is making waves across platforms.
“The Traitors” has won more Emmys in three years than “Survivor” has won in 25. It’s not close, either. Since arriving on Peacock, Alan Cumming’s Scottish castle whodunit has banked eight total Emmys — a casting win before it ever cracked the marquee race, back-to-back reality...
Variety reports: ‘Survivor’ vs. ‘The Traitors’: Will Emmy Voters Finally... — this signals where Hollywood is headed.
This week, “Big Brother” will make history by being the first primetime show to hit 1,000 episodes. And in true “Big Brother” fashion, the show is celebrating that milestone with a twisty, one-of-a-kind 90-minute episode that will air Thursday, Aug. 27. “It’s been really inter...
Bottom line from Variety: this could reshape the box office conversation.
Understanding how bacteria influence one another is essential for understanding how microbial communities are formed and maintained. Researchers at Umeå University have now systematically mapped interactions between common gut bacteria, creating one of the most comprehensive d...
The big picture: Gut bacteria mostly compete—but cooperation finds a way — adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
Recent Gen Z-led uprisings have reshaped political narratives across Asia, raising a pointed question: Can street-level youth outrage be transformed into governing power and lasting institutional change? Or does it burn out once the protests end?
Phys.org reports: What Gen Z‑led uprisings across Asia reveal about... — this advances our understanding of the world.
A “How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days” sequel is in the works at Paramount, with original star Kate Hudson attached to produce the project, Variety can report exclusively. Development on the sequel is in early stages, with the cast and several key creative roles yet to be selected, ...
Why it matters: ‘How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days’... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
From awesome Tarstones to exceptional weapons, there are a lot of really good items to find in Mortal Shell 2. While you can miss them if you're not doing your due diligence while exploring, there's an early-game item that you really don't want to miss because of how it trivia...
Why it matters: I Can’t Believe I Missed Mortal Shell 2’s... is generating hype in the community.
The 'Game Of Thrones' star has already played the character in an Audible audio version The post Kit Harington replaces Nicholas Hoult as Gilderoy Lockhart in new ‘Harry Potter’ series appeared first on NME.
Why it matters: Kit Harington replaces Nicholas Hoult as Gilderoy Lockhart... shows where the music business is headed.
The 15-screen theater, which includes an IMAX screen, will close by the end of the year.
Why it matters: New York City’s East Side Will Lose Yet... signals where Hollywood is headed.
EXCLUSIVE: Tom Selleck (Blue Bloods, Friends) has joined the guest-starring cast of Apple TV’s upcoming comedy series led by Elizabeth Banks. Details regarding who Selleck will portray are under wraps. From creators Liz Heldens and Matt Ward, the as-yet-untitled series follows...
Why it matters: Tom Selleck To Guest Star In Apple TV... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Hackers are attempting to exploit two critical authentication bypass vulnerabilities in the miniOrange SAML 2.0 Single Sign On plugin for WordPress that can be used to forge SAML responses and log in as administrators. [...]
Why it matters: Hackers target WordPress sites in miniOrange auth bypass... exposes vulnerabilities that affect millions.
iOS 27 is packed with new features across Messages, Notes, Apple Wallet, CarPlay, and more. Here are three of my favorite new iOS 27 features so far.
Bottom line from 9to5Mac: this may redefine how we interact with devices.
Only 15% of US-based organizations have reached scaled, orchestrated, multi-agent adoption, according to the latest Deloitte research.
The big picture: Businesses must reinvent their processes and workforce to... — is one to watch for the industry.
Believe it or not, Lefty's interpolation of Kahan's "Stick Season" was unintentional. Stella Lefty Explains Noah Kahan Songwriting Credit on Hit Song “Boston” Paolo Ragusa
Why it matters: Stella Lefty Explains Noah Kahan Songwriting Credit on... shows where the music business is headed.
Some users are worried about how broad Take-Two's data request is
Why it matters: Discord Says It Hasn’t Been Served With A... is generating hype in the community.
What happens during a wildfire? The short answer is: much more than we know. As wildfires burn through trees, grasses and other vegetation, heat from the flames sets off thousands of chemical reactions at once. Molecules break apart, recombine and transform into new compounds,...
Phys.org reports: What happens inside a wildfire? A Ph.D. student... — this advances our understanding of the world.
Dung beetles could provide scientists with a new way to uncover the animals living in Singapore's forests, including elusive species that are difficult to spot with conventional wildlife surveys. NTU researchers found that DNA preserved in the insects' guts can reveal the mamm...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
The superstar headed back to Puerto Rico and gave his island unexpected guests, longtime hits, and messages from the heart
The big picture: Bad Bunny Closes Historic Tour With Emotional Surprise... — shows where the music business is headed.
Warner Chappell Music, the publishing arm of Warner Music Group, has announced the promotion of Gabz Landman to executive vice president of A&R. Based at the company’s Los Angeles headquarters, she will continue to report to Ryan Press, President of A&R for North America. Land...
The big picture: Warner Chappell Music Promotes Gabz Landman to Executive... — signals where Hollywood is headed.
Commodore and Antstream today unveiled Alien Breed 35th Anniversary Collection, and it’s heading to Nintendo Switch. You won’t have to wait long to play it as this one is scheduled for September. Alien Breed 35th Anniversary Collection features six classic games. Interactive a...
Nintendo Everything reports: Alien Breed 35th Anniversary Collection announced for Nintendo... — this is generating hype in the community.
Apple TV kicks off fall with several high-profile premieres in September, including a Ryan Reynolds film, the return of Slow Horses, a Matthew McConaughey comedy series, and more. Here’s what’s new on Apple TV this September.
The big picture: Here’s everything new Apple TV has coming in... — reshapes the tech landscape.
Scott Bessent says the US will sever all economic ties with the country and that any nation partnering with Iran financially will also be isolated.
BBC World reports: Iran faces 'greatest financial offensive ever', says US... — this affects international relations.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 is nearing 400,000 copies sold on Steam already, and that's well ahead of where last year's Black Ops 7 stood at launch on Valve's platform. This is according to Rhys Elliott of Alinea Analytics, who added that pre-sales on Steam alone work out t...
Bottom line from GameSpot: this is generating hype in the community.
J.Crew is giving one of its most recognizable ’80s staples a Gen Z-sized makeover. The retailer has tapped Emma Chamberlain to front the launch of its new Tiny Rollneck, a shrunken, fitted take on the cotton sweater that has been a brand staple since 1988. The new silhouette o...
Why it matters: Emma Chamberlain Brings a Gen Z Twist to... is generating industry buzz.
It's been a busy few weeks for Rockstar and Take-Two following a series of leaked GTA 6 gameplay videos and images. Beginning in mid-August 2026, an anonymous individual or group calling itself CyberLeek began publishing unreleased Grand Theft Auto 6 material. The first wave ...
The big picture: GTA 6 Leaks: A Timeline Of The Events... — may set a new standard for the genre.
From Olivia Rodrigo and Charli xcx to newcomers like Malcolm Todd and Sienna Spiro. The Most Anticipated Pop Tours of Fall 2026 Paolo Ragusa
The big picture: The Most Anticipated Pop Tours of Fall 2026 — could define this era of music.
When a 10,000-year-old prairie is plowed up to plant corn or a savanna is consumed by a strip mall, these once-grassy expanses, if left to regrow, can eventually look vaguely like they did before. But a growing body of research suggests that what comes back isn't the same as w...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
For decades, wildlife traffickers have illegally captured and sold hundreds of thousands of wild parrots native to Mexico. Despite changes to international wildlife laws, the conservation status of these birds has continued to deteriorate over the past 30 years. One of the pri...
Phys.org reports: Mapping the 'hidden highways' of Mexico's illegal wildlife... — this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
The weather files engineers use to design buildings are built from decades of historical measurements. The data can be more than 30 years old. But a building designed today is expected to perform well in 2080, and ideally beyond. Researchers from Norway and Portugal have now r...
Phys.org reports: Europe's buildings are designed for a climate that... — this advances our understanding of the world.
Weir will executive produce "Exoplanet," a new Audible sci-fi drama coming this fall.
Bottom line from Space.com: this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
Apple’s first foldable iPhone will reportedly be announced in just over two weeks. Despite potentially being branded as the “iPhone Ultra” and priced at over $2,000, it will have several big limitations.
The big picture: iPhone Ultra is coming, but it might not... — is one to watch for the industry.
Luckily, there was enough Chanel to go around for both women.
The big picture: Cardi B Shows Off All the Luxury Bags... — reflects the changing sound of the industry.
As revealed by Ziggurat Interactive and QUByte today, Sanitarium Enhanced is in development for Nintendo Switch. The game will release by the end of 2026. Sanitarium Enhanced is an updated version of the 1998 psychological horror adventure game. It’ll feature full controller s...
Nintendo Everything reports: Sanitarium Enhanced announced for Nintendo Switch, return of... — this is generating hype in the community.
As all AMC moviegoers know, “heartbreak feels good in a place like this.” But for New Yorkers, this heartbreak is hitting close to home. Variety can report that the AMC Kips Bay 15, the movie theater chain’s second-largest multiplex in Manhattan, will close at the end of the y...
Bottom line from Variety: this signals where Hollywood is headed.
Oliver argued the show's bigger problem isn't its low viewership, but the lingering ethical questions surrounding its production. John Oliver Clowns Sean Duffy’s “God-Awful” Reality Show Alex Krinsky
Consequence of Sound reports: John Oliver Clowns Sean Duffy’s “God-Awful” Reality Show — this could define this era of music.
Ahead of Opening Night Live at Gamescom, rumors have began swirling regarding a potentially surprising sequel announcement for a Microsoft series, with indications that this could be for a new entry in the Ori series. According to its creator, however, that might not be the ca...
The big picture: A Third Ori Game Could Be Coming, But... — is generating hype in the community.
“Mr. Banks had nothing to do with it. He was not there," rapper's defense lawyer said in her opening statement
Why it matters: Lil Durk Trial Openings: Defense Claims Rapper Unfairly... could define this era of music.
“You” fans rejoice – the author of the bestselling novels and creator of the fan-favorite serial killer Joe Goldberg is set for an ambitious new series project. Caroline Kepnes, whose first “You” book was just named one of the best thrillers of the 21st century by the New York...
The big picture: ‘You’ Author Caroline Kepnes Sets Series Directorial Debut... — reflects evolving audience tastes.
Labor Day is just around the corner, and there are already some great deals available at Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart, and more.
The big picture: The best early Labor Day deals to shop... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
Twenty minutes after the market opened Monday, someone sold almost 116,000 420-strike calls in the SPDR Gold Shares ETF (GLD) expiring Sept. 18.
The big picture: A massive trade just happened in gold. The... — signals changing business strategies.
Speculators still see yields hitting new highs in 2026 and ending the year at levels elevated from where they're currently trading.
CNBC reports: Prediction market traders doubtful Bessent’s bond interventions will... — this could affect investors and consumers alike.
For decades, physicists have used a technique called Mössbauer spectroscopy to peer inside solid materials, revealing fine details of their surroundings by studying how their atomic nuclei absorb and re-emit gamma rays.
Bottom line from Phys.org: this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
My students and I encountered a mystery. We were partnering with the Missouri Department of Conservation to monitor for fish presence and abundance in the Missouri Ozarks. We visited half a dozen rivers and streams across the region and collected a few cups of water from each.
Why it matters: Fish DNA in Ozark streams reveals region's complex... opens new research frontiers.
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Why it matters: 9to5Mac Daily: August 24, 2026 – Walmart Apple... is one to watch for the industry.
Acclaim, along with Fer Factor, today confirmed that Tossdown will be releasing on Nintendo Switch. For now there’s no word on launch timing. Tossdown, which is inspired by the Dreamcast era, “challenges players to deliver packages in a world where everything’s out to kill you...
Why it matters: Tossdown coming to Nintendo Switch could shake up the gaming landscape.
Apple's rumored AI-powered Home lineup: a HomePod with a screen, a tabletop robot, new HomePods, and more.
The big picture: New Apple HomePods with AI are coming. Everything... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
At long last, Metal Gear Solid fans can soon get their hands on the one piece of merchandise that truly matters: themed boxes for their cats. Konami has announced an official line of Metal Gear Solid cat merchandise that'll be available exclusively at CatCon 2026, to mark the ...
Why it matters: My Cat Doesn’t Care About The Metal Gear... may set a new standard for the genre.
"Hellbent started as a joke but the more we thought about it, the more we realized there was a real opportunity," said Green of the line which launches with Spicy Rita, Dirty Shirley and Corpse Reviver.
Hollywood Reporter reports: Seth Green and Matt Senreich Turn Failed ‘Robot... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
The Trump administration unveiled a plan to isolate Iran's economy by threatening to impose secondary sanctions on the Islamic Republic's "enablers."
CNBC reports: Trump admin unveils anti-Iran global sanctions plan, signals... — this hints at where the money is moving.
This isn't your run-of-the-mill GameCube, and its value has skyrocketed over the years. Here's what it did and how to identify it.
The big picture: The only GameCube that could play CDs and... — is one to watch for the industry.
The former couple welcomed their first child together in 2025.
Billboard reports: Serayah Ends Engagement to Joey Bada$$: ‘If Your... — this shows where the music business is headed.
Durk's attorney countered that he had "nothing to do with” the shooting and said another man was the true mastermind.
Billboard reports: Lil Durk Put a Bounty on Quando Rondo... — this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
He also said he did not want his Ash character to be "compromised by declining skills" The post Bruce Campbell quits ‘Evil Dead’ franchise: “As a borderline Geezer, my interests have diverged” appeared first on NME.
The big picture: Bruce Campbell quits ‘Evil Dead’ franchise: “As a... — shows where the music business is headed.
Treasury yields fell Monday as investors await Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh's keynote speech at Jackson Hole later this week.
The big picture: Yields decline on CNBC report Treasury could use... — could affect investors and consumers alike.
The classic real-time strategy game Carrier Command 2 will be appearing on Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch, Atari has announced. Carrier Command 2 is a real-time strategy game in which it’s possible to compete against AI or others. In it, players are in command of a futuristic ca...
Bottom line from Nintendo Everything: this could shake up the gaming landscape.
The Pew Research Center analyzed nearly half a million English-language web pages for AI-generated content. More than a third of pages published since ChatGPT's launch show signs of machine-written text, and commercial .com sites are ten times more likely to contain AI content...
Why it matters: Pew study confirms sharp rise of AI-written text... highlights the rapid pace of AI adoption.
Apple will launch the iPhone 18 Pro soon, and a new report indicates its price might not be as high as several analysts have suggested. Here are the details.
The big picture: iPhone 18 Pro’s new price might be better... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
“STRANGE” first made its live debut on Aug. 1 during XIN LIU’s XANADU 2.0 Tour in Shenzhen.
Why it matters: XIN LIU Releases New Single ‘STRANGE’ Ahead of... reflects the changing sound of the industry.
Disney is taking fantasy football a little more literally. The entertainment giant has teamed with the NFL, Champion and Fanatics on a new apparel collection pairing every one of the league’s 32 teams with a character from across Disney, Pixar, Marvel and “Star Wars” — from Da...
Why it matters: Disney and NFL Team Up on Apparel Collection,... is generating industry buzz.
A mule has helped researchers build the most complete reference genomes to date for horses and donkeys, giving scientists access to complex regions of DNA that earlier versions could not fully capture.
Bottom line from Phys.org: this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
A new study from the Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IITGN) and the Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research (UFZ) has shown that redesigning India's cereal cultivation patterns around nitrogen management could significantly reduce environmental damage while mai...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
My biggest issue when I go back and forth between a MagSafe wallet and a traditional wallet is that a lot of MagSafe wallets are really just card slots. I still carry cash and like my driver’s license to be in a clear window. The TUCCH PU Leather Mag Wallet does something diff...
9to5Mac reports: MagSafe Monday: The TUCCH Mag Wallet feels like... — this reshapes the tech landscape.
Things seemed a little awkward between Trump, his wife, and his deeply devoted personal aide during Sunday's IndyCar Freedom250 Grand Prix
Bottom line from Rolling Stone: this shows where the music business is headed.
Today, Clear River Games and City Connection announced Ninja Jajamaru: Yokai Night Parade for Nintendo Switch 2. Right now it’s planned to debut in April 2027. Ninja Jajamaru: Yokai Night Parade is a new hack ‘n’ slash action RPG in which you’ll be tasked with saving the princ...
Why it matters: Ninja Jajamaru: Yokai Night Parade announced for Nintendo... reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
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Plus, HUGEL, Imael Angel & Ultra Naté’s “Movin’ to the Sun” hits the Global Excl. U.S. top 10.
Billboard reports: Shakira & Burna Boy’s ‘Dai Dai’ Rolls On... — this taps into a cultural moment.
When OpenAI’s agents went rogue in July, they demonstrated ingenuity and drive beyond what many experts imagined — a dangerous harbinger of what such bots could do in the future.
NY Times Science reports: Anatomy of an Autonomous Attack: 5 Alarming A.I.... — this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
Trump Media interim CEO Kevin McGurn defended his company offering faster access to President Donald Trump's Truth Social posts.
Bottom line from CNBC: this reflects a broader economic trend.
It comes ahead of the pop star's Daisy Chain Fields festival in Irvine, Calif.
The big picture: Olivia Rodrigo’s ‘Handmaid’s Tale’-Inspired Song ‘Serena Joy’ Is... — is making waves across platforms.
Saudi Arabia has pledged six billion euros ($7 billion) in investment for the creation of three mega theme parks on the outskirts of the French capital of Paris. The deal was announced by French President Emmanuel Macron on social media following the signing of memorandum of u...
Why it matters: Saudi Arabia To Invest $7 Billion In Three... could reshape the box office conversation.
More than 30 artists participated in “Colombia: Voces por la Vida,” which drew over 32,500 people in Bogotá. Colombia Earthquake Benefit Concert Raises Over $3 Million, Karol G Alone Accounts for $1 Million Pedro Camacho
Why it matters: Colombia Earthquake Benefit Concert Raises Over $3 Million,... reflects the changing sound of the industry.
Terranigma is making a surprise comeback on Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch, Clear River Games and Square Enix just announced. A release is planned for 2027. Terranigma, an action RPG made by Quintet, went on to become a beloved Japanese action RPG after its launch. It actually n...
The big picture: Terranigma coming to Nintendo Switch 2, Switch — may set a new standard for the genre.
Red Dead Redemption 2 never received official story DLC, but one modder is doing the work developer Rockstar never did with an ambitious Mexico mod that will further connect the prequel to the events of the original Red Dead Redemption. It's called Nuevo Paraiso--The Forgot...
Bottom line from GameSpot: this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
EXCLUSIVE: Sam Waterston (Law & Order, Grace and Frankie), Campbell Scott (Furious, Royal Pains) and Chris Chalk (It: Welcome to Derry, Feud: Capote vs. the Swans) will guest star in the upcoming NBC drama series Line of Fire. The series follows a family of law enforcement age...
The big picture: NBC’s ‘Line Of Fire’ Adds Sam Waterston, Campbell... — is generating industry buzz.
Early testers are raving about what Instinct can do, but some say the AI assistant’s sweeping access, broad terms and ability to act on users’ behalf come with uncomfortable trade-offs
TechCrunch reports: Instinct’s powerful AI assistant is raising privacy and... — this is one to watch for the industry.
Former Gotham co-stars and real-life husband-and-wife Ben McKenzie and Morena Baccarin will reunite on-screen in the Season 2 premiere of Baccarin’s Sheriff Country, their first appearance together on the CBS series. See photos above and below, as well as Baccarin’s Instagram ...
Why it matters: Ben McKenzie Joins Wife Morena Baccarin On ‘Sheriff... reflects evolving audience tastes.
Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse is shaping up to be a good-looking entry in the franchise after a long hiatus, and by the sound of things, it has a pretty stacked voice cast as well. Konami has revealed the roster of actors bringing various characters to life in the Evil Empire-d...
Bottom line from GameSpot: this signals what players want next.
Here’s everything you need to know about scoring the best seats for his Madison Square Garden shows (plus tickets for other cities)
The big picture: How to Buy Harry Styles ‘Together, Together’ MSG... — taps into a cultural moment.
The hire follows studio founder Chris Ferguson signing a first-look deal with Warner Bros. Picture Group after the breakout box office success of Kane Parsons' horror pic for A24.
Hollywood Reporter reports: Brian Kavanaugh-Jones Joins ‘Backrooms’ Producer Oddfellows as Partner,... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
You may have once tried taking a close-up picture of a computer screen and noticed a wavy, rippling effect. This optical effect occurs whenever two fine, repeating grids overlap and slightly misalign, such as when the pixel grid of your camera's sensor overlaps with the pixel ...
The big picture: A 2-degree twist creates a nanoscale grid that... — adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
Research in the International Journal of Arts and Technology monitored electrical brain activity and heart rates in people watching patriotically themed Chinese films. The researchers found that the main incidental music in such films can increase positive emotional responses ...
Phys.org reports: Study uses the internet of bodies to gauge... — this opens new research frontiers.
Aliyah's Interlude also stars in director Jem Garrard's Tubi Originals feature about an imperiled group of sorority sisters.
Why it matters: ‘Buzzkill’: Horror-Comedy Starring Siena Agudong, Brec Bassinger Sets... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Wonder Project’s Tristen Tuckfield is joining UTA’s Independent Film Group as an agent, and will focus on packaging, financing and sales strategies for indie feature and TV projects. At Wonder Project, Tuckfield served as Chief Commercial Officer and Head of Content Acquisitio...
Bottom line from Deadline: this could reshape the box office conversation.
EXCLUSIVE: Maximo Salas, Annie Mumolo and Rory Scovel have been upped to series regulars for Season 2 of HBO’s comedy Rooster. Salas (The Runaways) plays Tommy, who viewers learned is Cristle’s (Mumolo) son, after he and Greg (Steve Carell) forge a bond over writing in the cla...
Why it matters: ‘Rooster’ Ups Maximo Salas, Annie Mumolo & Rory... reflects evolving audience tastes.
From its day/night cycle that forces players to pick and choose how to spend their time to its different take on action RPG combat, here’s everything to know about The Blood of Dawnwalker.
GameSpot reports: The Blood of Dawnwalker – Everything To Know — this could shake up the gaming landscape.
SpaceX plans to retire its workhorse Falcon 9 once it gets the next-gen Starship megarocket online. But what will removing one of the most-flown rockets in history do to the current launch market?
Space.com reports: Goodbye, Falcon 9: SpaceX planning to retire workhorse... — this advances our understanding of the world.
The Blink Outdoor 2K+ security camera and Blink Battery Doorbell 2K+ are on sale in this bundle deal, but not for long.
The big picture: This Blink security camera can last up to... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
The U.S. Department of Justice announced a $400 million settlement with TikTok, ByteDance, and affiliated companies over allegations that they violated the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). [...]
The big picture: TikTok reaches $400M settlement with US over COPPA... — should prompt a review of your own security.
The problem, per SK, is that HBM cubes are capped at a total thickness of 775 microns, the standard thickness of a 300mm logic wafer.
Tom's Hardware reports: Hot Chips 2026: SK hynix pushes hybrid bonding... — this may redefine how we interact with devices.
James Turner is now with The Pokemon Company, it’s been confirmed. He shared the news over on social media. For those that are unaware, Turner most recently co-directed the Nintendo Switch game The Plucky Squire at All Possible Futures. He co-founded the studio after leaving G...
Bottom line from Nintendo Everything: this could shake up the gaming landscape.
GTA 6 fans are cooking up conspiracy theories claiming Rockstar Games make actually be behind the Cyberleek leaks.
Bottom line from Mashable: this may redefine how we interact with devices.
The Sony-Marvel blockbuster is on the verge of taking out James Cameron's classic epic.
Hollywood Reporter reports: ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ Box Office Set to... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
An anonymous leaker calling themselves Cyberleek has been posting daily gameplay videos of the unreleased 'Grand Theft Auto VI.'
Why it matters: GTA 6 Cyberleek update: Everything leaked so far,... signals a shift in how we use technology.
"Choosin' Texas" spends its 19th week at Number One, tying the reign of country tracks "Old Town Road" and "A Bar Song (Tipsy)"
Bottom line from Rolling Stone: this shows where the music business is headed.
There's something about September when it comes to Nintendo Direct events. The company behind Mario, Link, and Donkey Kong has held special livestreams during that month in nine out of the past 10 years. The only exception is 2024, but even then, there was a Nintendo Direct on...
Why it matters: Why A Nintendo Direct Is Likely To Happen... could shake up the gaming landscape.
A recent GTA 6 leak featuring nudists includes a message asking people to visit Rockstar North's office
Kotaku reports: GTA 6 Leaker Now Asking People To Antagonize... — this is generating hype in the community.
IBM is vastly expanding softwarte support on its mainframes with its first dual-ISA CPU core that natively supports z/Architecture and ARM instructions.
The big picture: Hot Chips 2026: IBM's first dual-ISA core natively... — could change how developers build software.
The Irish actress, whose husband Jack Lowden is rumored to be up for 007, said it would be interesting "for girls and women, to see someone who can just take all that pent-up anger and direct it somewhere."
Hollywood Reporter reports: Saoirse Ronan Is “Dead Serious” About Playing a... — this is generating industry buzz.
Your Monday afternoon lineup of the best Android game and app deals is now ready to roll, including titles like Foretales, Parabellum: Siege of Legends, Mindcop, MEGA MAN X, Afterplace, Beholder: Conductor, ScourgeBringer, Mystic Pillars X Kantara, and more. On your way down, ...
The big picture: Monday’s Android app deals and freebies: Parabellum, Mindcop,... — signals a shift in how we use technology.
Temperatures have been off the charts this year in Europe, the continent warming faster than any other continent. Here are five reasons why Europe's summer of 2026 will go down in the history of climate change:
Why it matters: Five ways Europe's heat-wave summer is hot, hot,... could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
In the physical sense, glass is not limited to familiar window glass; it forms whenever a liquid is cooled so quickly that it cannot crystallize. As a result, glass has an amorphous structure—that is, its "building blocks" are not arranged regularly as in crystals. At the same...
Phys.org reports: One step closer to the ideal glass—simulations reveal... — this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
Disney is offering longtime executives early retirement packages amid larger cost-cutting efforts and ongoing layoffs. The offer, announced in a memo to staff sent by Senior EVP and Chief People Officer Sonia Coleman on Monday, the time-limited, company-sponsored Voluntary Ear...
Variety reports: Disney Offers Executives Voluntary Early Retirement Packages Amid... — this is generating industry buzz.
"What a pleasant surprise. I thought you retired 15 years ago... just kidding" The post The Strokes play ‘Going To Babble On’ live for first time at Just Like Heaven 2026 as Julian Casablancas calls LCD Soundsystem’s James Murphy the “Brett Favre of indie rock” appeared first ...
Why it matters: The Strokes play ‘Going To Babble On’ live... taps into a cultural moment.
David Ellison’s Paramount is publicly denying that it leaked details of upcoming talks with Rob Bonta’s office on its Warner Bros. Discovery deal after the California attorney general canceled a scheduled Monday meeting, accusing the company of “playing games.” “We share AG Bo...
Why it matters: Paramount Denies Leaking Details Of Talks With CA... signals where Hollywood is headed.
"And any nation that serves as a financial artery of a withering regime should expect to share in its isolation."
The big picture: Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent becomes the tip of... — could affect investors and consumers alike.
Apple is rolling out beta 7 today for iPadOS 27, watchOS 27, and more forthcoming software updates. Here’s what to expect.
9to5Mac reports: Apple releases beta 7 for iPadOS 27, watchOS... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
Apple is rolling out second release candidates for macOS Tahoe 26.7 and macOS Sequoia 15.8, one week after the first RC for macOS 26.7 revealed several details about upcoming products.
Bottom line from 9to5Mac: this may redefine how we interact with devices.
Developers can now install macOS 27 Golden Gate beta 7, just a week after the rollout of beta 6. Here are the details.
9to5Mac reports: macOS 27 Golden Gate developer beta 7 now... — this reshapes the tech landscape.
When will my scientific fugitive return from the war?
Why it matters: It’s Now Day 4 Without Lifeweaver Overwatch And... may set a new standard for the genre.
EXCLUSIVE: Big move in the L.A. film producing scene as vet filmmaker Brian Kavanaugh-Jones is ending his run at Range as partner and co-president of Film & Production to join Chris Ferguson at his Vancouver-based banner Oddfellows. In some ways it’s a continuation for Kavanau...
Deadline reports: Brian Kavanaugh-Jones Exiting Range To Become Partner &... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
Plants might seem helpless when it comes to insect attacks, but they are known to employ various techniques to deter pests. One of these techniques involves sending out signals to recruit parasitoid wasps, and a new study, published in Cell Reports, has found that at least one...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this advances our understanding of the world.
It comes after Moscow warned of "consequences" over the reported use of British drones by Ukraine.
Why it matters: UK PM Burnham vows support for Ukraine despite... reflects broader geopolitical shifts.
The 29-song album was performed in full at the Ryman Auditorium alongside special guests Lucinda Williams, Gillian Welch, Iris DeMent, and more
Pitchfork reports: Big Thief Debut New Triple Album, Horsepower, Live... — this is making waves across platforms.
Apple has released the seventh iOS 27 beta for developer testing. iOS 27 beta 7 continues Apple’s summer beta cycle ahead of a public release in September. We’ll update our devices and share what we discover.
Bottom line from 9to5Mac: this signals a shift in how we use technology.
The soundtrack to 2 Big To Rig, Ghost's upcoming live concert film, will be out August 27th. Ghost Announce 2 Big To Rig Soundtrack Album, Unleash “Umbra”: Stream Langdon Hickman
Why it matters: Ghost Announce 2 Big To Rig Soundtrack Album,... reflects the changing sound of the industry.
Raquel Lee, who appeared on “The Amanda Show” and “The Proud Family” as a child star, has sued Disney, alleging that an ex-employee raped her when she was 14 while working on the 2001 movie “The Poof Point.” In a lawsuit filed Friday, Lee accused Disney of negligence and claim...
Bottom line from Variety: this reflects evolving audience tastes.
California AG Rob Bonta was scheduled to meet with Paramount representatives on Monday, he said, but canceled the meeting.
Bottom line from CNBC: this may shift market dynamics.
The UltraGear 25G590B is the first 1,000 Hz gaming monitor with a native 1080p resolution
The big picture: LG's native 1,000 Hz 1080p gaming monitor has... — reshapes the tech landscape.
South Africa can produce enough food for its population, according to official statistics. But millions face hunger, partly because food is lost and wasted in the value chain. An estimated 10.3 million metric tons of food is wasted annually in the country, 19% of it fresh prod...
Why it matters: South Africa produces enough food, yet millions face... adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
Cells in our bodies squeeze through dense tissue channels, thread past neighboring cells and navigate every nook and cranny within the extracellular matrix—the mesh-like network that surrounds and supports cells. How well they do this can shape a wide range of physiological pr...
The big picture: Mechanical memory helps explain how cells adapt their... — adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
Nvidia's race to manufacture Groq chips and make them available to customers highlight the growing importance in AI of low-latency inference.
Bottom line from CNBC: this could affect investors and consumers alike.
Fairphone is finally selling its latest model in the US. The $649 handset has 11 swappable parts, and a replacement battery is only $40.
ZDNet reports: The $649 Fairphone 6+ is the Goldilocks of... — this may redefine how we interact with devices.
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