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Paramount is threatening to leave California if it cannot reach a deal with Attorney General Rob Bonta to allow it to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery. Puck reported the threat on Tuesday, following a similar report in Semafor last month, and adding that Paramount CEO David Elli...
The big picture: If Paramount Leaves California, It Might Cut Costs... — may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Thimbleweed Park 2 is being made thanks to one very rich fan of point-and-click adventure games
Kotaku reports: Monkey Island Creator’s Next Game Is Funded By... — this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
The Miami-Dade County Sheriff’s Office police report has provided new details about the blogger's self-harm incident, which Hilton livestreamed on TikTok
Why it matters: Perez Hilton Underwent Treatment for Overdose After Self-Harm... taps into a cultural moment.
Mangione's lawyers argue his federal plea bars his prosecution for murder in state court for Brian Thompson's slaying due to New York's double jeopardy law
Why it matters: Luigi Mangione pleads guilty in federal case related... could affect investors and consumers alike.
Tim Cook has entered his final weeks as Apple CEO, with John Ternus set to take over on September 1. In an interview with CBS News this week, Cook reflected on his “legacy” as Apple CEO.
The big picture: Tim Cook on his Apple legacy: ‘I hope... — signals a shift in how we use technology.
Which new Latin music release is your favorite? Vote below!
Billboard reports: Trueno & Maria Becerra’s ’90s’ and More: Vote... — this could define this era of music.
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New genetic analyses of ancient human skeletons from western Remote Oceania are shedding light on the complex history of settlement in this vast Pacific region over the past 3,000 years. With island nations such as Vanuatu, Fiji and Tonga, the region is home to societies with ...
Phys.org reports: Early settlement dynamics in the Pacific revealed through... — this opens new research frontiers.
Past Halloween favorites have sold out, but "Pumpkin Carving" and more viral scents are now on sale as Halloween takes over pop culture.
The big picture: Bath & Body Works’ Halloween Fragrances Are Back,... — reflects the changing sound of the industry.
The comedy series “Deli Boys” has been canceled at Hulu after two seasons, Variety has confirmed. The series, which aired under Hulu’s Onyx Collective brand, starred Asif Ali, Saagar Shaikh, and Poorna Jagannathan. Fred Armisen joined the show in its second season along with A...
The big picture: ‘Deli Boys’ Canceled After Two Seasons at Hulu,... — may set a new benchmark for the genre.
iPhone 18 Pro will be unveiled soon, and rumors indicate the Pro Max model could have unique advantages this year in a key area or two. Here’s what to expect.
9to5Mac reports: iPhone 18 Pro Max vs Pro: Here’s how... — this could change how developers build software.
After Saber Interactive unveiled its upcoming title Rideshare Stimulater, former lead writer Stella Sacco came forward and said that she had been replaced by ChatGPT during development. Saber CEO Matthew Karch denied Sacco's allegation that she had been replaced by AI, but the...
The big picture: Rideshare Stimulator Outlines AI Usage After Contentious Exchange... — reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
The AI opportunity is huge but "it would also be a grave error in our minds to let excitement weaken our investment discipline," Kushner warns in his first-ever investment letter.
TechCrunch reports: Thrive’s Joshua Kushner chides Silicon Valley VCs over... — this is one to watch for the industry.
The 'Big Bang Theory' spinoff follows Kevin Sussman's comic shop owner through a multiverse of problems.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this signals where Hollywood is headed.
Creator Lee Sung Jin discusses how he dealt with the high expectations for the second season of the anthology series, now nominated for 16 Emmys.
The big picture: How Oscar Isaac and Carey Mulligan Brought Their... — may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Director Randall Einhorn tells IndieWire about taking the show out to a ballgame and the happy accidents that make the series so special.
Why it matters: ‘Abbott Elementary’ Is Always in the Right Ballpark... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Apple has replaced a billboard in Milan that showed a toddler holding an iPhone, as part of its newest “Relax, it’s iPhone” campaign. Here are the details.
The big picture: Apple takes down billboard after accusations of normalizing... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
If the YA drama “Sterling Point” has become your new hyper-fixation show, you’re not alone.Amazon reports that the coming-of-age series, from creator Megan Park, was the most-watched show on Prime Video worldwide since its Aug. 5 debut. “Sterling Point” centers on 17-year-old ...
Why it matters: After the YA Drama ‘Sterling Point’ Topped the... is generating industry buzz.
"It simply is this easy to say no to funding transphobia" The post ‘Black Mirror’ director turns down offer to work on ‘Harry Potter’ series: “Absolutely fucking not” appeared first on NME.
The big picture: ‘Black Mirror’ director turns down offer to work... — is making waves across platforms.
She started out at Gulf + Western in New York in 1984 and served as vice president of residuals for 30 years.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this reflects evolving audience tastes.
Unspooling over Aug. 5-15, this year’s Locarno Film Festival broke records for industry attendance and its temperatures, Switzerland enduring its hottest summer since records began in 1864. Led by an ebullient Olivia Wilde, charged by the breakout success of “The Invite,” Loca...
The big picture: Locarno Takeaways: A Charming Olivia Wilde, Navigating an... — reflects evolving audience tastes.
In this video interview, Standard Chartered's group CISO shares insights on transitioning from technical roles to strategic leadership, the importance of business-savvy security executives, and how AI is reshaping both defensive capabilities and adversarial tactics in banking.
Dark Reading reports: Mission-Driven Security: Inside a Global Bank's Defense — this should prompt a review of your own security.
Your moviegoing experience is about to get a lot plusher. Squishmallows, the popular collectible toys known for softness and irreverent personalities, will come to life in a new feature film. Variety can report that Amazon MGM is developing a tentpole family film around the br...
Variety reports: Squishmallows Movie in the Works at Amazon MGM... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
The CFTC is reviewing prediction betting platforms' so-called mention markets, people familiar with the matter confirmed to CNBC.
Why it matters: Regulators and banks step up scrutiny of prediction... could affect investors and consumers alike.
The message "TOKYO 2027" was displayed in a video shown on the big screen at this year’s event. Radiohead Teased for Tokyo’s Summer Sonic Festival 2027 Eddie Fu
Bottom line from Consequence of Sound: this shows where the music business is headed.
For astronauts in space, constipation is a well-known problem. But why this happens has long been unclear. Now, a new study from the University of Copenhagen in collaboration with NASA provides an idea of what happens in the stomach without the influence of gravity.
The big picture: Constipation is common in astronauts—blood tests provide new... — could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
The Englishman worked on Cheech & Chong and Monty Python movies and with directors including Carol Reed, John Boorman and Irvin Kershner.
The big picture: Ian Crafford, Film Editor on ‘Hope and Glory’... — may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Strings of code in Samsung's Galaxy Wearable app hint at an upcoming pair of over-ear headphones that could compete with the AirPods Max, SamMobile reports. Samsung's reportedly referring to the headphones as the "Galaxy H1," and SamMobile says they could launch sometime in 20...
Why it matters: Samsung has new Galaxy headphones in the works is one to watch for the industry.
Single-use grills pose a "significant risk to the public" in current drought and heatwave conditions, the government warns.
The big picture: Temporary ban on sale of disposable BBQs over... — hints at where the money is moving.
President Donald Trump tore down the White House East Wing to make way for the ballroom project.
The big picture: Trump asks Supreme Court to let White House... — reflects a broader economic trend.
Roblox says it "looks forward to sharing the facts" with the investigative committee.
PC Gamer reports: US Senate launches investigation into Roblox: 'Children on... — this could shake up the gaming landscape.
OpenAI's C-suite turnover gives investors another reason for concern as the company pushes toward a mammoth IPO.
Why it matters: OpenAI talent exodus raises 'huge red flag' ahead... hints at where the money is moving.
Friday afternoon’s lineup of the best Android game and app deals is now ready to roll, including titles like RPG Dragon Prana, RPG Ruinverse, RPG Infinite Links, Legend of The Moon2, RPG Soul Historica, TLOTS: Gold Edition, Conquistadorio, and more. Be sure to dive into the be...
The big picture: Friday’s best Android app deals and freebies: Dragon... — could change how developers build software.
Forcing the US president to go "hat-in-hand to Congress" for permission would be "dangerous", the administration says.
BBC World reports: Trump asks Supreme Court to allow ballroom work... — this affects international relations.
The actor who plays the high schooler at the center of Ryan Murphy's FX adaptation of Ellis' classic book speaks with The Hollywood Reporter about the show everyone is talking about.
Why it matters: ‘The Shards’ Star Igby Rigney on His Bret... could reshape the box office conversation.
Over the last couple of weeks, hackers have targeted and broken into the systems of several water plants in the United States. Here’s what we know and don’t know about this wave of attacks allegedly carried out by the Iranian government.
TechCrunch reports: What we know about the alleged Iranian hacks... — this reshapes the tech landscape.
The LEGO building kit commemorates the group's hit single, 'Dynamite,' which gave the group their first Hot 100 chart topper.
Billboard reports: This BTS Lego Set Commemorates a Song on... — this could define this era of music.
More Star Wars news is likely on the way as Disney kicks off its D23 fan celebration event.
Why it matters: ‘The Mandalorian and Grogu’ Gets Disney Plus Streaming... is one to watch for the industry.
A new Arcade Archives sale is here on Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch, with games at new low prices, including Ridge Racer. There’s actually a specific theme here. All of the discounts are for titles originally made by Namco. One of these is Libble Rabble, which was conceived by ...
Why it matters: Arcade Archives Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch sale... may set a new standard for the genre.
Adjusting to a new time zone or work schedule can leave the body's internal clock out of sync for days, contributing to sleep disruption, metabolic changes and other health consequences. Researchers at Rice University and Northwestern University have developed an implantable c...
The big picture: A new way to beat jet lag? Engineered... — adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
The hair and makeup heads of the Emmy-nominated show also discuss adorning Nick Offerman’s body with unique tattoos.
Hollywood Reporter reports: ‘Margo’s Got Money Troubles’ HMU Team Used Over... — this signals where Hollywood is headed.
New president Juan Devis seeks change at the 45-year-old non-profit. Now, he has the extra funding to execute it.
Why it matters: Film Independent Scores Its Biggest Grant Ever —... reflects evolving audience tastes.
More than a decade later, Kristen Stewart is treating fans to another stoner comedy with her role in The Wrong Girls, now in theaters. While discussing the Dylan Meyer-written/directed film, she acknowledged some similarities between one of the dual roles she plays in the movi...
Bottom line from Deadline: this could reshape the box office conversation.
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Bottom line from TechCrunch: this reshapes the tech landscape.
Amplified has promoted assistants Kris Chesnokova and Christina Wachter to manager. Born in Uzbekistan, Chesnokova immigrated to the United States at the age of four. She began her career at Riot Games before making the transition into talent management at Amplified. As a Tale...
Deadline reports: Amplified Ups Kris Chesnokova & Christina Wachter To... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
AB 1720, also known as the California Fans First Act, would have capped concert tickets resale prices to no more than 10 percent of face value
The big picture: California Bill Aiming to Cap Concert Ticket Resale... — taps into a cultural moment.
"There are some artists in this space who feel that this category isn’t representing the music they work so hard to create," Harvey Mason, Jr. said in a statement.
The big picture: Recording Academy May Revamp New Asian Pop Category... — shows where the music business is headed.
Tornadoes are among the most destructive weather phenomena on Earth. Their small scale, short life cycle and sudden onset make them extremely difficult to predict. This challenge is amplified for weak tornadoes embedded within midlatitude westerly flows, which often hide in pl...
Phys.org reports: X-band radar data sharpen simulation of westerly weak... — this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
Langley’s Dandelion is the first set in more than a decade to join an exclusive club stretching back to 1992.
The big picture: From Wynonna to Ella Langley: Albums With 3... — taps into a cultural moment.
Leaked footage of Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse has made its way online and co-writer Chris Miller is putting them on blast. A trailer for the third installment of the animated movie starring Miles Morales, which is set to hit theaters on June 18, 2027, was leaked on soc...
Deadline reports: ‘Spider-Man: Beyond The Spider-Verse’ Trailer Leaks Online, Co-Writer... — this signals where Hollywood is headed.
Directed by Pablo Rochat and Chris Maggio, the visual takes on the perspective of a fly buzzing around Los Angeles. You’re a Fly on the Wall in Phoebe Bridgers’ New Video for “I Can’t Wait”: Watch Paolo Ragusa
Consequence of Sound reports: You’re a Fly on the Wall in Phoebe... — this taps into a cultural moment.
The U.S. is looking to scale defense manufacturing and chip away at China's drone dominance.
The big picture: Drone stocks rally after Trump orders tariffs on... — reflects a broader economic trend.
We all have souls. That sentiment sits at the heart of “Pretty Babies,” Tyler-Marie Evans’ feature debut, which world premieres Friday in competition at the Edinburgh Intl. Film Festival. The project attracted Jordan Wagner from Wagner Entertainment and also independent film i...
The big picture: ‘Pretty Babies’ Director Tyler-Marie Evans on Sex Work,... — reflects evolving audience tastes.
"This one’s for the grafters, the dreamers and the everyday people who taught us everything we know" The post The Reytons score Number One album “without a single play on mainstream radio” appeared first on NME.
The big picture: The Reytons score Number One album “without a... — reflects the changing sound of the industry.
A new pathway has opened for controlling the rotation direction of light simply by changing how molecules are arranged, without having to synthesize complex new materials. Circularly polarized light is a special form of light that travels while rotating like a pinwheel to the ...
Phys.org reports: Controlling the rotation direction of light without complex... — this advances our understanding of the world.
On a summer day in Michigan, a tiny Poweshiek skipperling butterfly—smaller than a quarter—takes flight over a restored prairie.
Bottom line from Phys.org: this advances our understanding of the world.
Sports fans won’t have to rely on cable anymore to catch the big games and tournaments this fall, as streaming service DIRECTV launches a new promo for cord cutters looking to take in the action. DIRECTV has dropped the price of its MySports Genre Pack down to $49.99 for your ...
Variety reports: DIRECTV Drops Price of Sports Genre Pack to... — this could reshape the box office conversation.
Every weekday, the Investing Club releases the Homestretch; an actionable afternoon update just in time for the last hour of trading.
CNBC reports: What flash memory maker SanDisk told investors this... — this hints at where the money is moving.
If you’re a student looking for an affordable laptop, I have bad news and I have good news. The bad news is that computer prices are out of whack due to the ongoing RAM and storage crunch, making some a little pricier than they used to be and others wildly more expensive. The ...
The big picture: A RAMageddon guide to back-to-school laptop shopping — could change how developers build software.
Screen-sharing bug lets remote hackers log in without a password.
Ars Technica reports: Vulnerability giving attackers full control of Macs is... — this reshapes the tech landscape.
"I’m excited for this next chapter of growth and the expansion of my Hot Girl Productions empire," Megan said in a statement.
The big picture: Megan Thee Stallion Signs Distribution Partnership With Interscope... — could define this era of music.
Jonathan Tropper also shares his thoughts on why season two received nominations while season one did not.
Why it matters: ‘Your Friends and Neighbors’ Showrunner Is Surprised Jon... reflects evolving audience tastes.
The festival head previews upcoming films on the latest episode of "Screen Talk," and we discuss Warnermount, the summer box office, and thoughts on "Tony."
Why it matters: TIFF CEO Cameron Bailey Teases Toronto 2026 and... is generating industry buzz.
The onetime soap star on 'As the World Turns' also helmed 'Cinderella Liberty,' 'The Rose' and John Wayne's 'The Cowboys.'
Hollywood Reporter reports: Mark Rydell, Oscar-Nominated Director of ‘On Golden Pond,’... — this is generating industry buzz.
Apple TV just added a bunch of classic movies for subscribers, and the move comes just ahead of an especially film-heavy fall lineup for the streamer.
Why it matters: Apple TV has 15+ new movies and it’s... is one to watch for the industry.
Women across the country speak of public floggings, losing their jobs, and barriers to healthcare that endanger lives.
The big picture: Afghan women tell the BBC their lives are... — affects international relations.
Call of Duty players can expect a brand-new Warzone Resurgence map for Modern Warfare 4, and Infinity Ward has teased a first look at the upcoming location. Players will also be able to go hands-on with the Zodiac map ahead of launch. As shown in the image below, Zodiac is ...
The big picture: Here’s A First Look At CoD: Warzone’s New... — is generating hype in the community.
Kate O’Flynn found out she was an Emmy nominee and immediately went underground. “I felt like an ostrich,” she tells Variety over Zoom. “I got the news, and I was immediately overwhelmed and put my head in the sand, and then quaffed champagne. It was nuts in the best possible ...
Variety reports: Kate O’Flynn on Her ‘Widow’s Bay’ Breakout, Mike... — this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
The moves come after the latest retail sales figures missed expectations and the U.S. said its naval blockade of Iranian ports could continue "indefinitely."
The big picture: 10-year Treasury yield inches higher as traders digest... — hints at where the money is moving.
A bill to subsidize post-production in California cleared a hurdle in the state Senate on Thursday, while a separate measure to fund commercial production died. The post-production bill, AB 2319, would create a new 35%-50% refundable tax credit for film and TV editing and VFX ...
Bottom line from Variety: this signals where Hollywood is headed.
Astronomers have proposed a new explanation for the mysterious Cygnus Bubble, a vast cloud of ultra-high-energy gamma rays stretching thousands of light-years across the sky. While the bubble has generally been linked to the Cygnus X star-forming region, the new study argues t...
Phys.org reports: Mysterious Cygnus Bubble may trace back to microquasar,... — this opens new research frontiers.
Chalk streams are among the world's rarest river habitats. Fewer than 300 exist globally, and most are found in England. They support rich wildlife and have been described as England's 'Great Barrier Reef' due to their biodiversity. But they face pressure from climate change a...
Why it matters: Q&A: What are chalk streams and why are... could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
Ayra Starr, Masicka, Jorja Smith and Morgan Freeman also dropped fresh projects.
Why it matters: From KATSEYE to Phoebe Bridgers & More, Which... taps into a cultural moment.
The Pixel 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro XL, and 11 Pro Fold pre-order deals are still flying but many of our favorite case makers are now ready to wrap your new device up in style and protection for delivery day. While we are already tracking solid 20% discounts on the new official Googl...
Why it matters: Best Pixel 11 cases: Pixelsnap-ready, metal, protective, customizable,... signals a shift in how we use technology.
A year after the Kim Snyder-directed documentary premiered at Sundance, book-banning remains a resonant topic in the U.S. as related bills make their way through Congress.
The big picture: The War on Literature Depicted in ’The Librarians’... — could reshape the box office conversation.
The ideal command center for your smart home is simple: take an old iPad, mount it somewhere central, and give it one job. Dashboard for your home is the really great Apple Home app that solves this problem. Cameras, thermostats, lights, local weather, and your calendar all on...
Bottom line from 9to5Mac: this could change how developers build software.
Four cybercriminals were arrested in Brazil, and three others were charged in Europe over allegations that they exploited a vulnerability at a service provider, allowing them to withdraw funds from Commerzbank customers' bank accounts. [...]
Bottom line from BleepingComputer: this highlights growing cyber threats.
The human body is teeming with more than 35 trillion bacteria, coexisting in microbiomes inside the gut, mouth, lungs, skin and urogenital tract. While it's now clear these microbes are associated with health and disease, scientists have only begun to uncover the full scale of...
The big picture: New findings overturn 100-year-old assumption about common bacteria... — challenges existing scientific assumptions.
Lamborghini's Revuelto SV is a limited-edition V12 hybrid with over 1,050 horsepower, a 2.4-second 0-to-100 kph time and a $741,172 starting price.
Why it matters: Lamborghini unveils Revuelto SV, its most powerful production... reflects a broader economic trend.
How prequels combat Canon Events is also how sequels can help established characters grow.
Why it matters: Why the Podracing Sequence in ‘The Phantom Menace’... signals where Hollywood is headed.
EXCLUSIVE: 20th has rounded out the cast of its sequel to cult classic comedy Romy and Michele’s High School Reunion with the addition of St. Denis Medical‘s Wendi McLendon-Covey. Character details are being kept under wraps, as is the plot of the sequel, which began shooting ...
Bottom line from Deadline: this signals where Hollywood is headed.
After six long years, the singer-songwriter’s new album Lost Weekend is out now
Rolling Stone reports: Phoebe Bridgers Drops Video for Cameron Winter Duet... — this taps into a cultural moment.
A lot of automakers talk about wanting to minimize or eliminate driver distractions so as to make the experience of driving more rewarding and safer overall. Lamborghini has a different strategy; it wants the driver to become one with their vehicle. This helps explain the stor...
Why it matters: Lamborghini’s flagship Revuelto levels up with SV trim may redefine how we interact with devices.
The version of The X-Files: I Want to Believe that premiered in 2008 was not exactly the movie co-writer / director Chris Carter intended to make. Carter wanted to bring agents Mulder and Scully back to the big screen with a grisly story about faith and the supernatural. But e...
The big picture: The X-Files creator Chris Carter wanted to make... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
Claude Code auto mode has become the default permission setting for users starting today. Sessions for Pro, Max, and Team users now use it unless a user or administrator has pinned another setting.
Why it matters: PSA: Claude Code now enables auto mode as... is one to watch for the industry.
We need rules to prevent space companies from dumping their old rockets onto the moon's surface in the future, experts say.
The big picture: Will the new moon race turn Earth's nearest... — advances our understanding of the world.
Guns N’ Roses guitarist joins Tony-winning vampire musical he co-produced for a one-off performance of “Have to Have You”
Rolling Stone reports: Slash Talks Shredding With Broadway’s Vampires in ‘The... — this taps into a cultural moment.
This week's column also includes hires, promotions and other executive moves at Virgin Music Group, Version III, Tape Room Music and Hey Now Records.
Bottom line from Billboard: this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
The guilds recently sent a letter to David Ellison and California AG Rob Bonta that included terms about theatrical, filming in the U.S., and remaining in Los Angeles.
Why it matters: Are the DGA and IATSE’s Conditions for a... is generating industry buzz.
The 95-year-old Star Trek actor will be perform with his backing band The *uckers. William Shatner Announces First-Ever Metal Show as Warm-Up for Riot Fest Spencer Kaufman
Why it matters: William Shatner Announces First-Ever Metal Show as Warm-Up... reflects the changing sound of the industry.
Snider responded to Kelly's lengthy posts by saying that while Black Sabbath "changed my life," as a songwriter he gets a bit "touchy" about credits.
Billboard reports: Kelly Osbourne Bashes ‘Spectacularly Classless’ Dee Snider For... — this is making waves across platforms.
Some pressing personal context: I live in a very small flat with huge windows and curtains that only ever seem to cover about 80% of the view, no matter how ingeniously I yank them around. Every laundry day, I have to decide between letting the sunlight in, and hiding my dryin...
The big picture: The Watcher is a creepy surveillance thriller with... — signals what players want next.
Sugars, or glycans, play a crucial role in biology—from cell signaling and recognition to interactions with pathogens. Changes in glycosylation are also associated with diseases including cancer. But studying glycans poses a major challenge: because many glycans are highly wat...
The big picture: Scientists develop method to deliver sugars directly into... — opens new research frontiers.
The band debuted the song live last week, alongside a second unreleased track titled 'Six Shot Morning' The post Fontaines D.C. preview new single ‘Marianne’ and confirm fifth album is incoming appeared first on NME.
The big picture: Fontaines D.C. preview new single ‘Marianne’ and confirm... — taps into a cultural moment.
The Chihuahua-born group shared the new visual amid their North American tour supporting Empire of the Sun and Polo & Pan. Mexican Disco-Funk Band Midnight Generation Channel Daft Punk in “Almost My Own” Video: Watch Pedro Camacho
The big picture: Mexican Disco-Funk Band Midnight Generation Channel Daft Punk... — is making waves across platforms.
Nintendo has just announced a physical collectible card set based on the digital rewards for the DK Challenge. Only players who are able to complete every mission in the DK Challenge before the end of the event will be able to receive it. There are a total of 39 cards to be pr...
The big picture: Nintendo reveals physical reward for completing the DK... — signals what players want next.
The 28-year-old entered the plea at a hastily scheduled hearing, setting off a legal fight over whether he can still be tried on murder charges.
The big picture: Luigi Mangione pleads guilty in killing of UnitedHeathcare... — hints at where the money is moving.
Arguably the coolest new photo feature for the Pixel 11 lineup is Google's new Camera Looks, which process image data differently at the sensor level to produce photos that don't have that "smartphone" look. The result is new styles like "Digi," which mimics the style of photo...
Bottom line from The Verge: this signals a shift in how we use technology.
Driven by AI-augmented research and scanning, vulnerability volumes continue to surge, driving the National Institute of Standards and Technology to ask whether AI could be the answer.
Why it matters: Amid AI-Driven Bug-Hunt Tsunami, NIST Looks to …... exposes vulnerabilities that affect millions.
Poh Si Teng's remarkable film spotlights the best and most capable among us as part of a uniquely effective call to action.
IndieWire reports: ‘American Doctor’ Review: Three Doctors Travel to Gaza... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
“Mercenary spyware” isn’t targeted at everybody, but don’t skip the notification if you see it.
CNET reports: Apple’s Warnings About Spyware Are Real, Don’t Ignore... — this could change how developers build software.
Spotify-owned The Ringer is livestreaming Wise Guys on Twitch as both companies expand further into video podcasts.
Mashable reports: Spotify is bringing a Ringer video podcast to... — this reshapes the tech landscape.
Judge warns pro se litigants are using chatbots wrong and getting desperate.
The big picture: Suspecting court of using AI, man injected prompts... — is one to watch for the industry.
On their new album Living Proof, the group F.K.A. Mike and the Moonpies prove they’re far more than just twang
The big picture: Silverada, a Honky-Tonk Band, Did the Unthinkable: Trading... — reflects the changing sound of the industry.
Halo: Campaign Evolved is set to receive its first major patch next week, one that will give players more control over the game's visuals as well as make improvements to Jackals and Sgt. Johnson. As outlined by the Halo Support X account, a patch coming sometime next week w...
The big picture: Halo: Campaign Evolved Will Look Way Better Soon — signals what players want next.
A research team led by Director Kim V. Narry at the Center for RNA Research within the Institute for Basic Science (IBS) has discovered compact viral RNA elements that can make mRNA more stable and increase protein production. These elements could provide a simple way to devel...
Why it matters: Stable RNA elements open new possibilities for mRNA... advances our understanding of the world.
Earlier this year, I replaced my battery-powered push mower with an iPhone-controlled robot lawn mower. That machine creates a virtual map by letting you manually steer it around the perimeter of your yard. Once everything is configured, it takes over mowing duties on a schedu...
Why it matters: Review: TerraMow V1000 is the easiest iPhone-controlled robot... is one to watch for the industry.
Kalshi ordered to stop offering bets in Washington, must implement geofencing.
Ars Technica reports: State judge orders Kalshi to stop offering sports... — this is one to watch for the industry.
The former Take That member also spoke about dealing with ADHD and "intrusive thoughts" during a Q&A for the the fall/winter launch of his clothing brand. Robbie Williams Reveals He Has “A Bit” of Autism: “Get-Out-of-Jail-Free Card” Eddie Fu
The big picture: Robbie Williams Reveals He Has “A Bit” of... — is making waves across platforms.
Google came back onto the foldable scene with splash in the Pixel 9 Pro Fold, but a couple of years later, the Pixel 11 Pro Fold is launching in a totally different market. There are several welcome improvements on this device that make it a foldable I actually want to carry, ...
Bottom line from 9to5Google: this is one to watch for the industry.
The singer-songwriter transformed Morissette’s 1998 single into a cathartic rock cleanse during her recent Newport Folk Festival performance
Rolling Stone reports: Brandi Carlile’s Raging Cover of Alanis Morissette’s ‘Uninvited’... — this taps into a cultural moment.
"We don't have access to the data on the hardware/servers," Iron Mountain told Ars.
Ars Technica reports: PBS station fears losing 50TB of data after... — this is one to watch for the industry.
Two families have been trapped in their homes in the occupied West Bank for several days.
Why it matters: Activists try to deliver aid to Palestinians in... has global implications.
Alibaba's AI team Qwen has released new open model weights under the Apache 2.0 license with Qwen 3.8. The dense 27-billion-parameter model is designed to outperform the larger Qwen 3.7 Plus in coding and office tasks and natively processes up to 262,000 tokens of context. Wit...
The Decoder reports: Alibaba's Qwen team releases Qwen 3.8 models with... — this highlights the rapid pace of AI adoption.
Fireshine Games and Weird Beluga have issued a launch trailer for Duskfade, their new 3D platformer. The title just released on Nintendo Switch 2. Find some information about this one in the following rundown: When the world is plunged into an eternal night and his sister is t...
The big picture: Duskfade launch trailer – Nintendo Switch 2 gets... — may set a new standard for the genre.
Civil servants are entitled to extra money for working in difficult or dangerous cities around the world.
The big picture: UK diplomats no longer get hardship bonus for... — demands attention beyond borders.
The country legend spoke to fans in a video message Friday morning, sharing that dehydration kept her from the opening of a Dollywood theme park ride in person
Why it matters: Dolly Parton Gives Health Update at New Roller... taps into a cultural moment.
Here's what to stream the weekend of August 14th. Stream On This Week: John Oliver Does Days, Ralph Fiennes Sings, and One of the Best X-Files Episodes Ever Liz Shannon Miller
Consequence of Sound reports: Stream On This Week: John Oliver Does Days,... — this is making waves across platforms.
According to a new study led by researchers from Brazil and Germany, the main system that transports heat from one end of the Atlantic Ocean to the other may undergo sudden changes in intensity driven by climate change similar to what we are experiencing now, even when it is a...
Why it matters: Sediments off Brazil's northeast coast reveal sudden changes... adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
In which we try to convince you (a) to watch it if you have not, (b) it’s at least in the ballpark of almost being as good as “Airplane!,” and (c) it might even have a couple of bigger laughs than the original.
The big picture: Of Course ‘Airplane II: The Sequel’ Isn’t Better... — could reshape the box office conversation.
For Taylor Dearden and Tal Anderson, playing twins Mel and Becca King on The Pitt has become a true collaboration. The two first-time Emmy-nominated actors have developed an easy rapport that allows them to dig into the complicated bond between sisters who have spent most of t...
Deadline reports: The Partnership: ‘The Pitt’s Taylor Dearden & Tal... — this could reshape the box office conversation.
Madelyn Keys, Cale Ambrozic and Olly Atkins will be reprising their roles for new twists and turns on and off the ice in Season 2 of Finding Her Edge, which starts production at the end of the month. The YA figure skating series’ first season arrived in January of this year. B...
Why it matters: ‘Finding Her Edge’ Season 2 To Get Back... signals where Hollywood is headed.
Netflix revealed its latest YA acquisition, Sunshine Girls, a coming-of-age series from Brat TV, today, setting the premiere window for December 2026. Starring Alma Marian as Olivia, Isabella Fowler as Taylor and Erin Rose Park as Riley, the show is set in Valley Hills, a “per...
Why it matters: Netflix Acquires Digital YA Series ‘Sunshine Girls’; Sets... signals where Hollywood is headed.
EXCLUSIVE: Barry Keoghan, the Oscar-nominated actor set to play Ringo Starr in Sam Mendes’ The Beatles – A Four-Film Cinematic Event, has signed with CAA. Keoghan is currently in production on the biopics, where he stars opposite Paul Mescal as Paul McCartney, Joseph Quinn as ...
Bottom line from Deadline: this signals where Hollywood is headed.
Geddy Lee, Alex Lifeson, and new drummer Anika Nilles tell all about rock’s biggest and most unlikely tour: “I’m this age now. Can I still do it?”
Bottom line from Rolling Stone: this shows where the music business is headed.
The U.S. Space Force has awarded Rocket Lab $397 million to manufacture a new fleet of "Flatellites" designed to detect and track airborne threats from space.
Why it matters: US Space Force gives Rocket Lab $397 million... opens new research frontiers.
Even Realities CEO, Will Wang, joins Overtime to talk about his history with Apple, why Silicon Valley is no longer the place for hardware innovations, insights into the Apple supply chain and China, the Even Realities G2, privacy challenges, and why smart glasses are the futu...
9to5Mac reports: 9to5Mac Overtime 077: Smart glasses are the future — this reshapes the tech landscape.
Despite first hitting storefronts a decade ago, Stardew Valley still remains king of the farming simulators. Solo developer Eric “ConcernedApe” Barone struck gold when he took the formula established by games like Harvest Moon and improved on just about every facet, weaving ch...
Why it matters: Want More Story In Your Stardew? Fields Of... reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
Google's Gemini-driven meeting software can now save a transcript, send it to Google Drive, and email you a copy.
The big picture: Google Meet can take notes for your in-person... — is one to watch for the industry.
"Hefty chunk of non-Iranian crude still getting out, unlike the Iranian crude that isn’t."
The big picture: Iran says the Strait of Hormuz is shut... — reflects a broader economic trend.
Instagram's wordmark is iconic. Well, was iconic. Apparently Instagram thought it looked old, so the company rolled out a new one this week. It doesn't look like the old Instagram wordmark. It doesn't even look like it spells Instagram anymore. And we cannot figure out why Ins...
The Verge reports: Mark Zuckerberg has an Instagzam — this reshapes the tech landscape.
OpenAI's Computer History records clicks, keystrokes, and app switches on Mac and turns them into a searchable timeline for ChatGPT and Codex. The data is stored locally as unencrypted Markdown files. OpenAI says it's not used for AI training, but memories that feed into chats...
Bottom line from The Decoder: this raises questions about AI's role.
Apple has notified users in more than 100 countries that they may be targets of mercenary spyware attacks. Here's what you need to know.
Why it matters: Apple sent alerts warning iPhone users of spyware:... could change how developers build software.
The Nathusius' pipistrelle is believed to be the first confirmed discovery of its kind in the area.
The big picture: Rare breeding bat found roosting near reservoir — adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
From vinyl and graphic tees to drinks and candy, Target's exclusive Katseye merch is flying off the shelves (before it even hits them)
Rolling Stone reports: New Target-Exclusive Katseye ‘Wild’ Collectibles Are Selling Fast... — this could define this era of music.
The group that includes Jeff Bezos has an option to become the majority shareholder within the next year.
CNBC reports: Group including Jeff Bezos buys minority stake in... — this may shift market dynamics.
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