Google discovered and disrupted the sprawling campaign, which stole RedCAP credentials to target numerous institutions and exfiltrate sensitive data.
Dark Reading reports: China-Nexus Actor Spy on US Researchers Undetected for... — this is a wake-up call for digital security.
The Arctic and northern high latitudes are warming about 2–4 times faster than the global average, allowing ancient permafrost to thaw and release stored carbon. These permafrost soils currently store roughly one-third of the world's organic soil carbon, much of which has rema...
Phys.org reports: Northern permafrost switches from carbon sink to carbon... — this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
iHeartMedia and Netflix today announced the next phase of their exclusive video podcast partnership with the addition of a new collection of iHeartPodcasts featuring Martha Stewart, Kate Hudson and Oliver Hudson, and Lele Pons. The podcasts will launch as video shows on the st...
Why it matters: Netflix & iHeartMedia Expand Video Partnership With New... signals where Hollywood is headed.
The tour kicks off on October 6th, and features Rain City Drive and Shyeye as support. Sleeping With Sirens Announce Fall 2026 North American Tour Langdon Hickman
Bottom line from Consequence of Sound: this taps into a cultural moment.
Don't scoff at the balloon strat, this game is more stressful than it looks.
PC Gamer reports: Meccha Chameleon lives up to the hype as... — this is generating hype in the community.
Peter Serafinowicz has been cast as Peeves the Poltergeist in HBO’s “Harry Potter” series. The character, a cheeky ghost known for causing trouble in the Hogwarts halls, is a fan-favorite who didn’t appear in any of the original “Harry Potter” movies. Serafinowicz, who is repp...
The big picture: ‘Harry Potter’ HBO Series Casts Peter Serafinowicz as... — is generating industry buzz.
Our weekly playlist highlights songs that our writers, editors, and contributors are listening to on repeat
Pitchfork reports: Widowspeak, Lambchop, and More: This Week’s Pitchfork Selects... — this could define this era of music.
At IndieWire and Disney's Pass the Remote screening, Kingsley joined "Wonder Man" co-creators Destin Daniel Cretton and Andrew Guest for a discussion about one of Marvel's most unique shows.
IndieWire reports: Watch Sir Ben Kingsley Explain the ‘Layers’ of... — this signals where Hollywood is headed.
Marvell shares its vision for optically connected data centers, connecting devices across hundreds of kilometers, and the company already has hardware to build them.
The big picture: Marvell details vision of optically-interconnected data centers spanning... — signals a shift in how we use technology.
Marlene Tsuchii from Creative Artists Agency accepts the Artist Advocate Award from Miyu at Billboard Global Power Players 2026.
The big picture: Marlene Tsuchii Accepts the Artist Advocate Award from... — taps into a cultural moment.
Netflix has found its “sex on ice” series. The streamer has ordered a series version of the Hannah Grace novel “Icebreaker, Variety has learned exclusively. Netflix exec Jinny Howe revealed the news onstage during a fireside chat with Variety‘s executive editor for TV, Michael...
Bottom line from Variety: this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Love Island USA is headed to theaters this summer with a screening of the Casa Amor fallout. Peacock is taking the villa to select theaters nationwide so fans can experience the jaw-dropping moments from Casa Amor and witness the bombshell twists, tests, and unforgettable reco...
The big picture: ‘Love Island USA’ Headed To Theaters For Casa... — reflects evolving audience tastes.
You can load up your Steam Deck or PC with hundreds of hours of RPG goodness and also FFX
Kotaku reports: All Of Final Fantasy Is On Sale On... — this is generating hype in the community.
"There is a hole in the world," writes Ursula K Le Guin in The Farthest Shore, "and the light is running out of it." Alas, The Farthest Shore contains no terrible mechanical instruments of hole-digging. For that, we must turn to MOLE, "a psychological horror experience with ta...
The big picture: Control a huge drilling vessel rife with bloody... — is generating hype in the community.
Tree died at the age of 32 in a helicopter crash in Rio de Janeiro.
Billboard reports: Melanie Martinez Mourns Ex-Boyfriend Oliver Tree: ‘I Know... — this is making waves across platforms.
Elon Musk's space and artificial intelligence company raised an initial $75 billion on Thursday.
Why it matters: SpaceX IPO raises total of $85.7 billion as... reflects a broader economic trend.
There are so many great Linux distributions that are perfectly suitable for new users, but RefreshOS is quickly rising to the top of my list.
ZDNet reports: RefreshOS is a top contender for new Linux... — this is one to watch for the industry.
The Danity Kane singer was one of Diddy’s many abuse accusers, but a judge now says she waited far too long to file her lawsuit.
Bottom line from Billboard: this is making waves across platforms.
Prime editing can potentially repair the vast majority of known disease-causing human mutations, but the technology, first developed in 2019, has not yet been widely used in the body, or in vivo, to treat genetic disease. The only clinical application of prime editing that has...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this advances our understanding of the world.
Growing up in Los Angeles, Sydney Scott was accustomed to Whole Foods and "organic" labels. Yet instead of simply filling her cart, she found herself asking why those labels were so compelling to many people.
Phys.org reports: How morals influence food, health decisions — this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
From Myke Towers to Young Miko and more, these are the artists who have performed alongside Benito at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano.
Billboard reports: All of Bad Bunny’s Surprise Guests at His... — this is making waves across platforms.
Plans to expand Google’s data center in Jackson County, Alabama, are underway with a $1.5 billion investment from the company. Google says energy costs will be covered by the company and operations powered by nuclear energy, eventually.
Why it matters: Google announces $1.5 billion Alabama data center expansion,... reshapes the tech landscape.
Airline stocks are rallying Monday and the U.S. Global Jets ETF (JETS) is on the verge of a new high for the year.
The big picture: Oil tumbles on US-Iran deal framework: How one... — may shift market dynamics.
The Federal Reserve's June meeting, the first helmed by new Fed Chair Kevin Warsh, may impact many consumer borrowing and savings rates down the road.
Bottom line from CNBC: this could affect investors and consumers alike.
Microsoft's next big game is Halo: Campaign Evolved, which launches at the end of July for Xbox, PlayStation, and PC. Ahead of that, Microsoft has published the official release times for the game, which begins with early access on July 23. Read on to find out exactly when ...
Bottom line from GameSpot: this may set a new standard for the genre.
The Council of Europe, the continent's oldest intergovernmental body, is probing claims of a data breach made by the ShinyHunters extortion group over the weekend. [...]
BleepingComputer reports: Council of Europe investigates ShinyHunters data breach claims — this is a wake-up call for digital security.
James Barker, an executive producer known for his work on “Love Island USA” and “Queer Eye,” died last week in Fiji, where “Love Island USA” was filming, after an unexpected medical emergency. He was 40. The news was confirmed to Variety by ITV America and Peacock; Barker will...
Bottom line from Variety: this could reshape the box office conversation.
EXCLUSIVE: Tech-driven production company Asteria has formed a strategic partnership with video generation model maker LTX with the goal of advancing cinematic AI storytelling. The goal of the team-up is to narrow the technical gap between AI video and professional-grade produ...
Why it matters: Asteria And LTX Form Strategic Partnership With Goal... is generating industry buzz.
Vance on CNBC's "Squawk Box" expressed confidence that America has "all the cards" in subsequent talks with Iran.
Why it matters: Vance says 'a lot' of Iran deal details... signals changing business strategies.
UFC boss Dana White spoken out against against Josh Hokit after the fighter made disparaging and false remarks about Michelle Obama during the White House’s UFC Freedom 250 event. “I understand that the Obamas are public figures but I’m completely against saying nasty and fals...
Bottom line from Variety: this is generating industry buzz.
Craig Duncan, the head of Xbox Game Studios, is leaving the company after 15 years at Microsoft, and so is his chief of staff. The changes come ahead of reported layoffs and possible studio closures at Xbox under the leadership of Xbox CEO Asha Sharma, who has vowed to "reset"...
Why it matters: Xbox Game Studios Boss Is Out Ahead Of... signals what players want next.
The sexiness of this subgenre goes beyond the fact that everyone's in shorts. Why Soccer Movies Are the Hottest Sports Movies Liz Shannon Miller
Consequence of Sound reports: Why Soccer Movies Are the Hottest Sports Movies — this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
Clive Standen has signed with Range Media Partners for representation, Variety has learned exclusively. He continues to be repped by Verve in the U.S., Independent Talent Group in the U.K., and Behr Abramson Levy Johnson, LLP. Standen is best known for his work onscreen in the...
Why it matters: ‘Vikings’ Star Clive Standen Signs With Range (EXCLUSIVE) may set a new benchmark for the genre.
We're halfway through 2026, and so far, Capcom is on a roll. Resident Evil: Requiem, Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection, and Pragmata have all been hit games, while other titles like Street Fighter 6 continue to do well with post-launch content. So what's Capcom's se...
GameSpot reports: Capcom Says Betting On Teams Instead Of Visionaries... — this is generating hype in the community.
The yield on the 10-year U.S. Treasury note — the key benchmark for U.S. government borrowing — fell almost 3 basis points to 4.457%.
Bottom line from CNBC: this signals changing business strategies.
Some of your favorite soundbar settings for music and movies aren't compatible with live sports broadcasts. Here's the fix.
ZDNet reports: I made 4 tweaks to my TV soundbar... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
Menudo is reuniting to celebrate its 50-year legacy with the Menudo 50th Anniversary Tour. Marking the first official reunion under the Menudo brand, former members René Farrait (1979–1982), Roy Rossello (1983–1986), Raymond Acevedo (1985–1988), Sergio Blass (1986–1990), Ralph...
Why it matters: Menudo Set 50th Anniversary Reunion Tour Kicking Off... could reshape the box office conversation.
While most businesses have introduced AI in the workplace to enhance employee productivity, an Auburn University information systems researcher cautions that under certain circumstances, AI deployment can inadvertently zap the motivation of its highest-performing workers, whic...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this advances our understanding of the world.
Trinity's Prof. Stefan Sint, along with collaborators from Germany, Spain and Italy, has published the most precise determination to date of the strong coupling constant. This parameter governs the interactions between quarks and gluons, the fundamental components of nuclear m...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
The farm was the site of recent violent protests after police had to use tear gas and pepper spray to repel a large group of animal welfare activists.
Why it matters: Beagle breeding farm to shutter for good after... could affect investors and consumers alike.
Assassin’s Creed Shadows has just announced its latest update, version 1.1.11, which is coming to Nintendo Switch 2 and other platforms. It will be out tomorrow, June 16. This is the last content drop for the game. Ubisoft is adding in a new free story quest, a new Animus acti...
The big picture: Assassin’s Creed Shadows 1.1.11 update announced, patch notes... — is generating hype in the community.
The streaming giant will debut the new podcast 'Suite 305 with Lele Pons' among others.
Hollywood Reporter reports: Netflix and iHeartMedia Expand Podcast Deal With Martha... — this is generating industry buzz.
The French studio had a stellar Cannes, inking a $30+ million deal with Paramount for the Florence Pugh-starring 'Midnight Library' and closing multiple territories on its festival slate.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this signals where Hollywood is headed.
The Sparta frontman looks back on his 2016 ouster from At the Drive-In in a new interview. Jim Ward Still Doesn’t “Speak to Omar and Cedric” After At the Drive-In Firing, But Would Give Either of Them a Kidney Langdon Hickman
Consequence of Sound reports: Jim Ward Still Doesn’t “Speak to Omar and... — this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
The U.S. and Iran have issued conflicting statements on how the Strait of Hormuz will be managed.
CNBC reports: Vance says U.S. expects Strait of Hormuz to... — this reflects a broader economic trend.
A new beta lets the OS run on Intel handhelds.
The big picture: It looks like more handhelds will soon be... — is generating hype in the community.
Nightdive Studios has been consistently knocking out impressive remasters of both beloved and niche oldies for a long time now, but the refresh of 1998's cult-classic first-person shooter SiN - originally announced in 2020 - was put on ice in 2023 in order to focus on other pr...
Why it matters: Nightdive's remaster of cult FPS SiN gets a... signals what players want next.
EXCLUSIVE: Witchcraft Motion Picture Company has set plans to adapt Alone Time, a viral short film by director Rod Blackhurst (Dolly), into a feature film. Originally directed and produced by Blackhurst and written by David Ebeltoft, Alone Time debuted online in 2012 and has ...
Deadline reports: Rod Blackhurst’s YouTube Film Short ‘Alone Time’ Set... — this is generating industry buzz.
The new Fed chair is on a political honeymoon with a U.S. president who has been the Fed's biggest opponent.
CNBC reports: Trump is giving Warsh room to reshape the... — this could affect investors and consumers alike.
Here's how I leverage my power station's capabilities when it's not during an emergency.
Why it matters: My power station always has these 3 devices... may redefine how we interact with devices.
Stocks rose after a preliminary U.S.-Iran agreement, but questions remain over Hormuz, Israel and what follows a potential signing in Geneva.
Why it matters: U.S.-Iran deal explained: What we know — and... signals changing business strategies.
From the positive vibes of Noah Kahan and Tedeschi Trucks Band to the all-or-nothing chaos of Turnstile and Amyl and the Sniffers
Why it matters: Bonnaroo 2026: The Best Things We Saw is making waves across platforms.
Chase announced new benefits for its Sapphire Preferred card today, including free Apple TV for a year or discounted Apple One. Here are the details.
9to5Mac reports: Chase adds free Apple TV, discounted Apple One... — this could change how developers build software.
Robert F. Smith, who has made a career in technology, said young people must be part of companies' workforces.
Bottom line from Fortune: this reflects a broader economic trend.
Pop Mart's Labubu just made history as the first Chinese IP at the World Cup. Here's where to buy the Monsters x FIFA collectibles before they sell out.
Mashable reports: Why a toothy monster named Labubu is taking... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
James Barker, a Love Island USA producer who had been working on the current season of the Peacock dating series, has died. He was 40. The executive producer died in Fiji last week after suffering an unexpected medical emergency, ITV America and Peacock confirmed. Barker start...
Why it matters: James Barker Dies: ‘Love Island USA’ Executive Producer... signals where Hollywood is headed.
Jordan remains a beloved location not only because of its awe-inspiring cultural and geological sites but also due to a dynamic film industry and highly skilled crews honed over decades of hosting international productions. The world heritage sites of Petra and the unique de...
Bottom line from Variety: this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
EXCLUSIVE: What do you do after winning five medals and becoming the face of your home Olympic Games? That’s the question we find Léon Marchand grappling with at the start of a three-part doc about the swimming prodigy. A generational talent, the young athlete seems lost as we...
Bottom line from Deadline: this could reshape the box office conversation.
Marius Borg Høiby, the 29-year-old son of Norway's Crown Princess Mette Marit, has been sentenced to four years in jail.
Why it matters: Norwegian crown princess's son found guilty of two... affects international relations.
Porpoises that strand in the Netherlands have, on average, a lower BMI than their counterparts in Scotland and elsewhere, according to an international study led by Utrecht University in collaboration with the Scottish Marine Animal Stranding Scheme (SMASS), based at the Unive...
Why it matters: International study reveals differences in the health of... challenges existing scientific assumptions.
The vaquita (Phocoena sinus), an elusive porpoise found only in the shallow waters of Mexico's northern Gulf of California, is one of the rarest and most endangered marine mammals on Earth. Measuring about 5 feet (1.5 meters) in length, it is the world's smallest cetacean—a gr...
Phys.org reports: Pixels preserve world's rarest porpoise to 3D digital... — this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
Yang, a C100 member since 1998, succeeds Gary Locke, the former governor of Washington state and former U.S. Ambassador to China, who led the organization for the last five years.
Hollywood Reporter reports: Janet Yang, Producer and Former Film Academy President,... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
Actor/rapper Travis Bennett and producer Steelo Brim have been tapped as new hosts of “The Shop,” taking over for LeBron James and Maverick Carter as the show returns for a new season of episodes starting Monday, June 22. The news was announced Monday by Fulwell Entertainment,...
Bottom line from Variety: this signals where Hollywood is headed.
Hulu is developing a series version of the Humanoids graphic novel “RetroActive” with Bruce Miller onboard as an executive producer, Variety has learned exclusively. “RetroActive” was written by Ibrahim Moustafa. Bobak Esfarjani is attached to write and executive produce the a...
Variety reports: Bruce Miller to Produce Series Version of ‘RetroActive’... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
Jason Bateman has two vastly diverse limited series in Emmy contention right now: HBO Max’s DTF St. Louis, in which he plays Clark, a guileless weatherman swept up in a murder mystery alongside David Harbour and Linda Cardellini; and Netflix’s Black Rabbit, where his facial-ha...
Why it matters: On My Screen: Jason Bateman’s Dream Role In... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
EXCLUSIVE: UTA has signed creator Achieng Agutu, one of the co-hosts of Prime Video’s Influenced. The agency has signed Agutu for global representation in all areas and will “work to secure opportunities across brand partnerships, digital content, strategic business ventures a...
The big picture: UTA Signs Creator & ‘Influenced’ Co-Host Achieng Agutu — signals where Hollywood is headed.
EXCLUSIVE: Simon & Schuster‘s extensive fiction and nonfiction backlist of 6,000 titles will now be searchable by film and TV industry figures on The Black List’s material database, opening up a new avenue for vetted professionals to explore published books for adaptation. Ava...
Deadline reports: Simon & Schuster Backlist Titles Made Available On... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
EXCLUSIVE: Sundance Institute has named the 10 emerging filmmakers selected for the latest edition of its yearlong Sundance Institute Ignite x Adobe Fellowship. Chosen from a pool of more than 1,100, they are Simisolaoluwa Akande, Aicha Cherif, Blake Knecht, Franciszek Korolcz...
The big picture: Sundance Institute Sets Ignite x Adobe Fellows For... — reflects evolving audience tastes.
IndieWire talks to Tanigaki and star Xie Miao about the year's most brutal action movie, hailing from Hong Kong.
The big picture: Inside ‘The Furious’: How Kenji Tanigaki Built an... — may set a new benchmark for the genre.
The death of Doctor Who has been greatly exaggerated. Yes, the show’s been put on a hiatus of indeterminate length, showrunner Russell T. Davies and his production company Bad Wolf have been removed (or stepped down, depending on how descriptively kind you’re feeling), and we ...
Why it matters: Doctor Who Will Survive its Return to the... captures the public's attention.
The auction kicks off on Tuesday, June 16.
Billboard reports: Zara Larsson’s Broken Heel, Miranda Lambert Cowboy Boots,... — this taps into a cultural moment.
The organization is also staging its own ‘America250’ observance during Black Music Month and announced the date for its sixth annual gala.
Why it matters: Sylvia Rhone BMAC’s ‘Celebration of an Icon’ Honoree... shows where the music business is headed.
NASA's Chandra X-ray spacecraft has detected the supernova wreckage of a dead star that erupted 1,700 years ago and ejected debris at 2 million miles per hour.
The big picture: NASA X-ray spacecraft discovers supernova wreckage at the... — opens new research frontiers.
With Glastonbury off in 2026, European festivals like Mad Cool are capitalising with massive lineups.
The big picture: Mad Cool Festival 2026: 10 Acts to Catch... — is making waves across platforms.
Just as there were multiple Bhaalspawn, there was never really just one Baldur's Gate 3.
Why it matters: BioWare's co-founder fought to make Baldur's Gate 3... is generating hype in the community.
Trump threatened 100% tariffs on French wine unless France drops its tech tax on U.S. companies, per a New York Post exclusive ahead of the G7.
The big picture: Trump threatens 100% tariffs on wine if France... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
Many in the LGTBQ community are fuming that the outdoor clothing brand is suing Pattie Gonia, a queer environmentalist. Patagonia says it had no choice.
Why it matters: Why Patagonia is risking its progressive brand image... could affect investors and consumers alike.
Roblox's vice president of safety product policy, Eliza Jacobs, told NBC News that Roblox is "optimistic" that its new facial age estimation tech will "continue to get better," saying, "Ticking a box to say you're 13 or older, it's not enough anymore." NBC invited a group of k...
The big picture: Roblox exec says ticking a box for age... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
Xbox Games Studios boss Craig Duncan and chief of staff Louise O'Connor have left Microsoft, according to reports, with all the studios under Duncan's watch now operating under Xbox chief content officer Matt Booty until a replacement is found. Read more
Bottom line from Rock Paper Shotgun: this may set a new standard for the genre.
One of them is "Hate That I Made You Love Me," the set's No. 1 hit lead single.
Bottom line from Billboard: this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
When Seth MacFarlane was brainstorming ideas for the second season of “Ted,” Bill Clinton came to mind. MacFarlane explains, “The show takes place in the ’90s, and we’re always looking for things that are quintessentially emblematic of that decade. Of course, one of those thin...
Bottom line from Variety: this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
EXCLUSIVE: Even with Dr Jill Biden’s recent best-selling memoir and Hunter Biden becoming the unvarnished sage of social media, it’s not quite a Bidenaissance until the former President of the United States himself gets out on the highway. That is in fact exactly what Joe Bide...
Deadline reports: Joe Biden & Jay Leno Put Pedal To... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
Watch that line go up, up up up up up.
Why it matters: As Xbox eyes layoffs, Microsoft's CEO says its... could shake up the gaming landscape.
Discussing his latest EP and the upcoming new take on The Exorcist from Mike Flanagan. John Gallagher Jr. on Almost Okay, Swept Away, and The Exorcist: Podcast Kyle Meredith
Consequence of Sound reports: John Gallagher Jr. on Almost Okay, Swept Away,... — this taps into a cultural moment.
Laverne Cox recently told The Guardian while promoting her new book “Transcendent: A Memoir” that 90% of her income has been lost over the last few years due to Donald Trump administration’s attacks on gender ideology and DEI. The “Orange Is the New Black” Emmy winner noted he...
Bottom line from Variety: this is generating industry buzz.
The Momax Q.Mag X is one of the more reliable wireless battery packs I've tried, thanks to its enhanced heat dissipation.
Why it matters: Solid-state vs. graphene heat dissipation: Why my portable... could change how developers build software.
The Aiper Scuba V3 robot pool cleaner is on sale at Amazon for $849.97, down from the normal price of $1,399.99. That's a 39% discount.
The big picture: Before Prime Day, the Aiper Scuba V3 robot... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
Nvidia wants to raise at least $20 billion through its first bond sale since 2021, Bloomberg reports, citing people with direct knowledge of the deal. The article Nvidia joins AI debt boom with $20 billion bond sale appeared first on The Decoder.
Why it matters: Nvidia joins AI debt boom with $20 billion... could accelerate the AI arms race.
"But even with aid, Tehran’s ability to manage its domestic woes will remain limited, and the internal pressures will build."
Why it matters: Iran emerges from war with its economy in... hints at where the money is moving.
CRTC chair Vicky Eatrides’ appearance in the Rocky Mountains follows losing in a bid to get foreign streamers and social platforms to finance local Canadian content, at least for now.
Hollywood Reporter reports: Canada’s TV Czar on Climbdown Over U.S. Streaming... — this signals where Hollywood is headed.
For more than a century, chemists have been building complex molecules step by step—bond by bond, atom by atom. But what if, instead of painstakingly reassembling molecules, they could be directly "rewritten"? This is exactly what a research team led by organic chemist Nuno Ma...
Why it matters: Chemists reveal one-step 'alkyl swap' that rewrites key... advances our understanding of the world.
In recent years, several populations of the deciduous tree Betula costata have been identified in central Japan. Since this species is morphologically similar to closely related taxa, particularly Betula ermanii, its presence remained unrecognized for a long time. Accordingly,...
Phys.org reports: Genetic analyses reveal the taxonomic identity and glacial... — this advances our understanding of the world.
Everything you need to know to watch the FIFA World Cup on June 15, including the day's schedule, kickoff times, and livestream information.
Why it matters: FIFA World Cup schedule today: Games, kickoff times,... is one to watch for the industry.
iOS 27 is packed with new features, but also key performance improvements that apply systemwide on your iPhone—including in Low Power Mode.
The big picture: iOS 27 makes Low Power Mode better on... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
When Ricardo Pepi stepped out for the US World Cup opener, it marked more than a debut, it was payoff for parents who raised him in a trailer on sacrifice.
Fortune reports: Team USA star Ricardo Pepi grew up in... — this signals changing business strategies.
Alongside a collection of deals for Grads and Dads gifting, today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by loads of early Prime Day deals now live on Nothing gear, including a new all-time low on Nothing Phone (4a) from $420, the 2026 Headphone (a) from $151 (up to 25% off), CMF...
Bottom line from 9to5Google: this may redefine how we interact with devices.
The U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) warned that criminals are using couriers to collect money from victims of cryptocurrency investment scams, also known as pig butchering or romance baiting. [...]
Why it matters: FBI: Fraudsters use couriers to steal money in... is a wake-up call for digital security.
Alongside the deals on gift ideas for Grads and Dads we have featured, we are still tracking the best price ever on AirPods Pro 3 at nearly 30% offand today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by a rare discount on Apple Watch Ultra 3. We are now tracking Series 11 models from...
The big picture: Deals: Rare Apple Watch Ultra 3 price drop... — reshapes the tech landscape.
Gay hockey dramas, YouTuber horror films, Trump’s annexation threats — Canada’s cushiest film fest has never had more on its plate.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this could reshape the box office conversation.
Hosting your own group chat could let you avoid a lot of drama.
The big picture: Open-source Discord alternatives: What Stoat and Element actually... — signals a shift in how we use technology.
A group made up of dozens of cybersecurity experts urged the White House to remove export control restrictions on Anthropic’s models Fable and Mythos, arguing that the order is going to limit the ability of cybersecurity defenders to secure their software and products.
Why it matters: Cybersecurity vets protest ‘dangerous’ US government ban on... signals a shift in how we use technology.
IShowSpeed was sitting right next to New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani at the World Cup. He had no clue.
Mashable reports: IShowSpeed had no idea he was sitting next... — this is one to watch for the industry.
Electronic Arts announced EA Advertising, a new way for brands to connect with fans through its portfolio of games, from stadium signs to custom content.
The big picture: Electronic Arts launches EA Advertising, a new way... — signals changing business strategies.
The latest UK software sales chart for the week ending June 13, 2026 is now available. Driven by the World Cup, EA Sports FC 26 has risen significantly to take the top spot. In terms of Nintendo exclusives though, Pokemon Pokopia leads and is now back in the top five. Here’s t...
Bottom line from Nintendo Everything: this could shake up the gaming landscape.
"I think we're gonna make hundreds of billions of dollars," Baron said Monday on CNBC's "Squawk Box."
The big picture: Ron Baron bought $1 billion of SpaceX shares... — could affect investors and consumers alike.
Ahead of Prime Day, Samsung's highly rated 27-inch Essential S3 curved monitor has dropped back down to the lowest price of the year.
Bottom line from ZDNet: this signals a shift in how we use technology.
New dates include gigs in Sheffield, Liverpool, Glasgow and more, and are announced after the band dropped a 2026 Scotland World Cup anthem The post Belle & Sebastian add massive run of UK and European dates to 2026 ‘Tigermilk’ and ‘If You’re Feeling Sinister’ 30th anniversary...
Bottom line from NME: this taps into a cultural moment.
June's Nintendo Direct presentation was reportedly this year's most-watched Summer Game Fest showcase. Read more
Why it matters: Nintendo's latest Direct was reportedly 2026's most-watched Summer... could shake up the gaming landscape.
While the new Xbox leadership team under CEO Asha Sharma has been on a charm offensive lately--while also promising a "reset" for the division that suggests layoffs are on the way--Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella got down to brass tacks recently. During a panel at the New York Tim...
The big picture: Microsoft Boss Wants Xbox to Start Pulling Its... — signals what players want next.
NBA Finals MVP Jalen Brunson led the Knicks to victory, scoring nearly half the points in the game. And he credited his drive to his father, Rick Brunson.
Fortune reports: Knicks superstar Jalen Brunson just led New York... — this reflects a broader economic trend.
Changes in wind patterns play the leading role in influencing often devastating tropical rainfall changes, rather than simply the warming atmosphere holding more moisture, according to new research.
Phys.org reports: Wind patterns play surprising role in tropical rainfall... — this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
Experts warn the impact of the war will continue to affect the global economy for months to come.
The big picture: How could the US-Iran deal affect oil prices... — reflects a broader economic trend.
Researchers at University of Tsukuba have developed a new palladium (Pd) precatalyst that combines exceptional stability with high catalytic performance. This precatalyst can be stored for extended periods under ambient conditions and suppresses undesirable side reactions duri...
Why it matters: Balancing stability and reactivity: A new palladium precatalyst... adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
If you're looking to get into developing for Linux, but you prefer using a Mac as your developer tool of choice, there's a new command-line tool that you should definitely look into.
ZDNet reports: Container made it easy to run Linux on... — this may redefine how we interact with devices.
When hundreds of Stanford graduates walked out on Google CEO Sundar Pichai, Vinod Khosla didn't hold back about the students at his alma mater.
Bottom line from Fortune: this may shift market dynamics.
A prolonged drought means the nation’s largest reservoirs are dwindling, and litigation over access to water could lie ahead.
The big picture: Tensions Are Rising Between States That Rely on... — challenges existing scientific assumptions.
The ASUS 34-inch ROG Strix Ultrawide OLED gaming monitor is on sale at Amazon for just $649 before Prime Day — its best price ever.
Bottom line from Mashable: this reshapes the tech landscape.
The Culture Club frontman is launching a new company that uses AI-assisted re-recordings to recreate classic hits, creating what he hopes will become an artist-owned alternative to the original masters.
The big picture: Boy George Wants to Use AI to Reclaim... — may set a new benchmark for the genre.
A single click on a trusted Microsoft link could have let an attacker pull emails, calendar details, and indexed files out of Microsoft 365 Copilot Enterprise Search. Researchers at Varonis Threat Labs chained three bugs into a one-click exfiltration path they call SearchLeak...
Bottom line from The Hacker News: this is a wake-up call for digital security.
I use iPhone Mirroring every day to quickly access my iPhone directly from my Mac, and it’s getting even better this year. iOS 27 and macOS 27 Golden Gate were announced last week, bringing three key updates to iPhone Mirroring. Here’s everything new.
Bottom line from 9to5Mac: this reshapes the tech landscape.
AI-native operating systems are shifting the responsibility to stay vigilant against social engineering cyberattacks from the user onto the system itself.
Bottom line from Dark Reading: this highlights growing cyber threats.
Craig Duncan has stepped down from his role as head of Xbox Game Studios after less than two years. He will be departing the company this week. Read more
Eurogamer reports: Microsoft's Xbox Game Studios boss steps down after... — this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
Businesses are accelerating their agentic offerings for enterprises as competition heats up.
The big picture: Salesforce to buy AI customer service platform Fin... — could affect investors and consumers alike.
The UK government have announced a ban on social media platforms for British people under the age of 16, encompassing Snapchat, TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, and X.com (known hereabouts as MechaHitler.com or Xitter, among other lousy putdowns). The ban is expected to c...
Rock Paper Shotgun reports: The UK's dramatic under-16 social media ban will... — this may set a new standard for the genre.
The 1996 indie classic about Andy Warhol's Factory in 1968 anticipated influencer culture, gender wars and America's obsession with gun violence and fame.
The big picture: How Mary Harron’s ‘I Shot Andy Warhol’ Predicted... — may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Capcom decided to drop an unannounced patch for Ultimate Marvel Vs. Capcom 3 on Steam today, and inadvertently broke the top-tier character Phoenix in the process
The big picture: Marvel Vs. Capcom 3 Gets A Surprise Update... — reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
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Why it matters: CNET's Shopping Experts Found the Best Deals of... is one to watch for the industry.
Thirty years on, the podcast Freedom Needs a Soundtrack revisits the star-studded benefit that brought Tibet’s struggle to a mass audience
The big picture: Before Activism Had a Playlist, There Was the... — shows where the music business is headed.
Electronic Arts has officially launched EA Advertising, a new platform that the company says will enable brands to more directly connect with players of its games - by integrating them "directly into gameplay". Read more
The big picture: EA launches new advertising platform enabling brands to... — signals what players want next.
AI agent traffic grew 7,851% in a single year. Now, for the first time, bots outnumber humans on the open web.
Why it matters: Bots Now Outnumber Humans on the Internet. Here's... could change how developers build software.
Anthropic received an export control directive that ordered the company to suspend access to its latest AI models by any foreign national.
CNBC reports: Anthropic to meet with Trump administration over Mythos... — this may shift market dynamics.
In the early universe, the first galaxies began to take shape roughly a million years after the Big Bang. Within these young systems, stars formed from vast reservoirs of cold gas, gradually building the structures we see in the cosmos today. Understanding this star-forming ga...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
Adobe is rolling out a broad set of Creative Cloud updates this week, introducing new AI-powered tools and workflow improvements across Photoshop, Lightroom, Premiere Pro, After Effects, and Illustrator. Here are the details.
The big picture: Adobe rolls out major Creative Cloud updates for... — is one to watch for the industry.
University of Melbourne researchers have uncovered several animal welfare issues in the United Kingdom's greyhound racing industry, reigniting public debate about whether the sport should be banned worldwide.
Why it matters: AI tool spotlights welfare concerns in greyhound racing... advances our understanding of the world.
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