Astronomers have only previously found atmospheres around exoplanets that are very large or incredibly hot – but now they have found one adorning a world that may well be right for life
Why it matters: We’ve found a rocky, temperate planet’s atmosphere for... advances our understanding of the world.
Today, the European Union ordered Google to give its AI rivals greater access to Android, the open-source operating system that powers billions of devices worldwide. The demand is hardly surprising. It may look like a defeat on paper for Google, which has spent years resisting...
The big picture: Google is better at playing this game — could change how developers build software.
Bill Lawrence, W. Kamau Bell, Karamo Brown and Baron Davis also join the lineup for the July 22 event, where Gilead Sciences Inc. will be honored for “Excellence in Corporate Philanthropy.”
Hollywood Reporter reports: Sepideh Moafi, Harrison Ford, Niecy Nash-Betts, Laverne Cox... — this could reshape the box office conversation.
A new lawsuit targets the 2024 track "Where They At," which starts with a clip from Kanye's iconic 2013 clash with photographers outside of an L.A. restaurant.
Why it matters: Ye & French Montana Sued Over Sample of... could define this era of music.
Neural Atom Quantum Computing is a rapidly accelerating part of the Quantum puzzle. Featuring software-defined configurable arrays, qubits can be physically moved mid-computation, and this roadmap highlights three leading companies, QuEra, Atom Computing, and Pasqal, who opera...
Why it matters: Neural atom quantum computing roadmap — how laser-cooled... could change how developers build software.
Mindy Kaling, Chloe Fineman, Paula Abdul and Heather Graham were among the stars who attended the day of beauty conversations, which accompanied THR's "The New Face of Hollywood" issue.
Hollywood Reporter reports: Hollywood’s Top Docs Reveal Their Cosmetic Secrets at... — this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
The distributor has announced a NY release date of August 28 and has released a first trailer.
Why it matters: Sundance 2026 Movies Sold: Doc ‘Hanging By a... signals where Hollywood is headed.
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The big picture: Clave Especial sobre la importancia de su canción... — could define this era of music.
AMD's newest CPU, the Ryzen 7 7700X3D, costs $329 and is available exclusively at Newegg in Canada and the United States till the end of Q3 2026. It's a great gaming performer but there are better options if you want a good all-rounder chip for professional tasks as well.
Why it matters: AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D is exclusive to Newegg... signals a shift in how we use technology.
The deluge prompted evacuations and water rescues in the same region where 25 children and two counsellors at Camp Mystic died in flooding in 2025.
Bottom line from BBC Science: this opens new research frontiers.
Roblox is about to let people make games with AI right inside its mobile app, which could make a platform that's already filled with content of questionable quality feel even more overloaded. The company has embraced AI with open arms, including a preview of an ambitious take ...
Why it matters: Roblox will let people use AI to make... reshapes the tech landscape.
Rose Byrne and Jenna Ortega will star in Mary Bronstein’s “Nasty.” The project, which will be released by Warner Bros.’ new indie label Clockwork, is a sports drama. If follows an athlete who is battling for a spot on the Olympic gymnastics team and who recognizes that her gr...
Why it matters: Rose Byrne and Jenna Ortega Starring in Mary... could reshape the box office conversation.
There’s a new group of Mouseketeers. “The Mickey Mouse Club” is eyeing a revival, as Disney+ has ordered a pilot for a reboot of the classic kids program. Originally launched in 1955 before undergoing several iterations, the show is responsible for discovering and launching yo...
The big picture: ‘Mickey Mouse Club’ Returns: Disney Orders Pilot for... — signals where Hollywood is headed.
"The Real Deal" could break the all-time women's knockout record against Argentinian contender Lucrecia Manzur.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this could reshape the box office conversation.
About 185 million SpaceX shares are now sold short, representing roughly 29% of the company's publicly tradable float, according to S3.
Why it matters: Short sellers load up against SpaceX as stock... signals changing business strategies.
The series is based on the popular Carley Fortune novel of the same name and is set on Prince Edward Island.
Hollywood Reporter reports: ‘Yellowjackets’ Star Sophie Nélisse to Lead Netflix Adaptation... — this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
"Without free and fair elections, you don't have a country," Trump said this week when asked to preview the speech.
Why it matters: Trump is set to deliver an election-focused national... hints at where the money is moving.
X will use Grok AI to better detect stolen content, redirect payouts to original creators, and crack down on engagement bait.
The big picture: X cracks down on creators who steal content — could change how developers build software.
They are the cell's "gatekeepers": specialized proteins, known as transporters, selectively control which substances enter a cell and which do not. Researchers at the University of Münster and the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens have investigated these transport...
The big picture: Cellular transporter protein essential for nutrient absorption in... — could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
EXCLUSIVE: French Canadian actress Sophie Nélisse (Heated Rivalry, Yellowjackets) has booked the first major role in the upcoming book-to-TV adaptation of the Carley Fortune novel for Netflix, This Summer Will Be Different. Production will take place in Prince Edward Island an...
Deadline reports: ‘Heated Rivalry’s Sophie Nélisse To Star In Netflix’s... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
Starz dropped a teaser (above) and new photos of Power: Origins stars Spence Moore as Ghost, Charlie Mann as Tommy, and MeKai Curtis reprising the role of Kanan Stark from his hit series Power Book III: Raising Kanan. The original Ghost and Tommy were played by Omari Hardwick ...
Why it matters: ‘Power: Origins’ Season 1 Teaser & Photos Reveal... could reshape the box office conversation.
New York City Police apprehended a stranger inside 30 Rockefeller Center who had got past security and onto the set of the morning show where they reportedly lunged at anchor Craig Melvin.
The big picture: NBC ‘Today’ Show Security Breach by “Disorderly” Intruder... — is generating industry buzz.
In 1982, she led the research team that figured out how to genetically alter plants, a discovery that would eventually transform global agriculture.
NY Times Science reports: Mary-Dell Chilton Dies at 87; Helped Create First... — this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
Sen. Elizabeth Warren says the Trump administration's rollback of CFPB rules and enforcement has cost Americans up to $26.5 billion so far.
CNBC reports: Sen. Warren says Trump's CFPB overhaul has cost... — this signals changing business strategies.
A rift between Fedorov and Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi was apparently at the heart of Zelensky's decision.
BBC World reports: Zelensky's removal of popular defence minister sparks protests... — this affects international relations.
The Israeli rapper and singer and her partner Ori Rousso grapple with war, social pressure, and the personal cost of staying visible in the new documentary, Noga
Bottom line from Rolling Stone: this taps into a cultural moment.
Arion Kurtaj, a member of the Lapsus$ hacking group, was behind a 2022 hack of Rockstar that revealed GTA 6 to the world more than a year before it was announced.
The big picture: Grand Theft Auto 6 leaker who was given... — reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
Playing board games can be fun, challenging, infuriating and a great way to pass the time. They can also help scientists understand how we solve new problems.
Phys.org reports: Scientists invent new board games to reveal how... — this advances our understanding of the world.
Superconducting technologies have the potential to supercharge the decarbonization of transport, saving gigatonnes of emissions in the future, a landmark new paper suggests.
Bottom line from Phys.org: this advances our understanding of the world.
EXCLUSIVE: Julie Taylor and Matt Saracen are reuniting in Los Angeles next week. Friday Night Lights alum Aimee Teegarden and Zach Gilford are set to join their former co-star Adrianne Palicki for the SoCal stop on the series’ 20th anniversary roadshow hosted by Plex and ATX T...
The big picture: ‘Friday Night Lights’: Aimee Teegarden & Zach Gilford... — reflects evolving audience tastes.
OnePlus promises to continue supporting the phones it's already released.
Ars Technica reports: OnePlus ends phone releases in US and Europe,... — this reshapes the tech landscape.
You can now make playlists, design flyers and compile shopping lists using AI in Search.
Why it matters: Google AI Mode now integrates with Canva, YouTube... is one to watch for the industry.
Street Fighter has remained a hot property when it comes to merchandising, and over the decades, just about every character on the roster has gotten an action figure replica or two. Those toys have only gotten more impressive over the years, and one studio isn't content with j...
The big picture: This $1,000 Street Fighter Cammy Figure Is Impressive,... — could shake up the gaming landscape.
Netflix has announced its latest video game, and it brings together a number of the streaming giant's popular franchises into a crossover minigolf experience. Netflix Minigolf, as it's called, is a couch co-op party game releasing on July 28 for all subscribers. The game co...
The big picture: New Netflix Game Brings Together The Streamer’s Most... — reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
The government of Pakistan says it has "no connection whatsoever" with the case of Shabir Ahmed.
Why it matters: Pakistan resisting UK attempts to deport grooming gang... could reshape the global order.
I'm not ready to be put out to pasture just yet.
The big picture: Arc Raiders is fixing a bug that would... — could shake up the gaming landscape.
'We make decisions primarily based on technical merit. Not fear of new tools.'
Bottom line from PC Gamer: this could shake up the gaming landscape.
Call of Duty's latest "From The Ward" video gives players a behind-the-scenes look at how Infinity Ward crafted the weapons for Modern Warfare 4, and some players are already worried about the game's visual recoil and effects. During this documentary, the developer shows o...
Why it matters: CoD: Modern Warfare 4 Receives Backlash On Recent... may set a new standard for the genre.
A deep dive into "Dai Dai" and its international streaming, country by country.
Billboard reports: Shakira & Burna Boy’s World Cup Anthem Is... — this could define this era of music.
Graphene has long been regarded as one of the most promising materials for future electronics, but its relatively weak electron interactions have limited its potential for applications such as high-temperature superconductivity. Now, researchers from Tohoku University have ove...
Phys.org reports: Scientists create stable 'boron graphene' and uncover quantum... — this opens new research frontiers.
A tiny Asian-origin beetle that has devastated ash forests in North America has been detected in the European Union for the first time, in Hungary and Slovakia, authorities said.
Phys.org reports: Devastating Asian beetle detected in EU for first... — this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
The Roborock Qrevo Curv 2 robot vacuum and mop is on sale for $799.99, down from the list price of $999.99. That's a 20% discount.
Bottom line from Mashable: this may redefine how we interact with devices.
"We will likely have similar concerns and discussions when China fields its Starlink-like constellation."
Ars Technica reports: Could China and Russia really destroy Starlink? Only... — this reshapes the tech landscape.
Warner Bros.' Clockwork banner is producing the film, based on a Black List script by Isabella Jarosz.
Why it matters: Rose Byrne Reunites with ‘If I Had Legs... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
No game is safe from the physical game supporters in PlayStation's YouTube comments section
Kotaku reports: One Trailer Has Comments Turned Off As PlayStation’s... — this signals what players want next.
Following Now Playing’s split-view redesign earlier this year, YouTube Music is testing fullscreen cover art.
The big picture: YouTube Music testing fullscreen cover art for Now... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
It’s Dan Reeder, the oddball folkie who’s quietly become a highly influential songwriter on today’s hitmakers
Bottom line from Rolling Stone: this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
Ahead of the upcoming “Power Book III: Raising Kanan” series finale, “Power: Origins” has released first look images with the actors portraying young Ghost and young Tommy. Spence Moore (“Creed III,” “All American”) will play Ghost, while Charlie Mann (“Primate,” “The Watchers...
Why it matters: ‘Power: Origins’ Drops First Look at Young Ghost... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
EXCLUSIVE: WME has signed Sarah Sherman — comedian, actress, writer and current SNL cast member — with an eye toward helping her expand her footprint across film, television, and beyond, as she continues developing her own original projects. Sherman performs cult-favorite live...
Why it matters: ‘SNL’s Sarah Sherman Signs With WME could reshape the box office conversation.
Eleven people have died and 19 other have suffered injuries in the overnight fire, the authorities say.
The big picture: Children among dead at Algeria foster care home... — has global implications.
The latest KPop Demon Hunters merch drop turns the Saja Boy Demon and Derpy Tiger into the furry interactive toys.
Why it matters: ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Gets the Furby Treatment With... is making waves across platforms.
German media regulators say Google's AI Overviews are Google's own content, not neutral search results, and that they crowd out regular links. The regulators have issued their first rulings against Google and Perplexity under the country's State Media Treaty. Both companies ha...
Bottom line from The Decoder: this highlights the rapid pace of AI adoption.
Investors will be looking for updates on Netflix's ad-supported business, engagement metrics and how the streaming giant continues to consider potential M&A.
Why it matters: Here's what to expect when Netflix reports earnings... could affect investors and consumers alike.
Five years after it was first announced, Sir You Are Being Hunted has finally arrived on Nintendo Switch. Publisher Ocean Media, in collaboration with developer Big Robot, has announced that the game is available on the console starting today, 13 years after its original PC re...
Nintendo Everything reports: Sir You Are Being Hunted now available on... — this could shake up the gaming landscape.
In two hours of testimony, actor told grand jury in February he worried for his wife Melissa Gilbert’s career and maintained his innocence
Why it matters: Timothy Busfield Told Grand Jury He Was ‘Canceled’... reflects the changing sound of the industry.
The new path to a viral hit? For songs new and old, it's landing a placement on one of TV's current soapy sensations.
Why it matters: Why Songs On Shows Like ‘Off-Campus’ Are Streaming... is making waves across platforms.
This Vintage Pop Stardom episode of 'Greatest Pop Stars' flashes 30 years back to the year of 'The Score,' which made stars out of the three Fugees but never got a proper follow-up.
Billboard reports: The Fugees’ 1996: Does It Get Remembered as... — this taps into a cultural moment.
The Disney-owned publisher is also getting a new editor in chief as 100 employees are being asked to relocate to Burbank by next July.
Why it matters: Marvel Comics to Leave New York and Move... is generating industry buzz.
Travel agency Fora announced a $60 million Series D round led by Forerunner and Tactile Ventures, valuing the company at $1 billion.
The big picture: AI-powered travel agency Fora hits unicorn status, raises... — reshapes the tech landscape.
Nvidia announces new AI model, Cosmos 3 Edge, and expansion of its physical AI ecosystems in Japan.
CNBC reports: Nvidia unveils new AI model and expands Japan’s... — this signals changing business strategies.
As strange as it might sound, there truly might be no better piece of writing to turn into an anime girl roguelike than Dante Alighieri's Divine Comedy. It's the original self-insert fic after all (arguably, anyway), so why shouldn't Hell Maiden put its own little spin on it? ...
Rock Paper Shotgun reports: Roguelike bullet heaven Divine Comedy but with anime... — this signals what players want next.
Google announced today that NotebookLM is now called “Gemini Notebook” and previewed upcoming features that users can soon expect.
The big picture: NotebookLM is now Gemini Notebook, with 3.5 +... — reshapes the tech landscape.
UPDATE, with NYPD statement: The NYPD has confirmed that officers responding to reports of a “disorderly person” inside 30 Rockefeller Center took a man into custody this morning around 9:19 a.m. ET. “There were no injuries reported,” the NYPD statement reads. “The investigati...
Why it matters: Police Confirm Rockefeller Center Intruder In Custody After... is generating industry buzz.
Hungary’s government said on Thursday that it has lifted a pause on applications to the country’s 30% production tax incentive scheme introduced last year under Viktor Orbán’s government. “Today, we have opened a new chapter in our cooperation with the film industry by liftin...
Deadline reports: Hungary’s Production Incentive Program Reopens After Orbán-Era Pause — this signals where Hollywood is headed.
Warner Bros. Clockwork is rolling cameras this fall on Nasty starring Jenna Ortega and Oscar nominee Rose Bryne. The project from filmmaker Mary Bronstein reteams her with Byrne, who received her first Best Actress Oscar nomination for the director’s If I Had Legs I’d Kick You...
The big picture: Jenna Ortega & Rose Byrne Are Getting ‘Nasty’... — is generating industry buzz.
Everything we've heard about what the new Pixel 11 phones look like, new prices and more storage than last year.
CNET reports: Google Pixel 11 Rumor Roundup: New Colors, Higher... — this is one to watch for the industry.
A new study published in Nature Communications reveals a hidden source of antibiotic resistance, providing an early warning sign for researchers and public health officials.
Bottom line from Phys.org: this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
Director David Alvarado and playwright Luis Valdez tell IndieWire about turning Valdez's story as the godfather of Chicano theater into a documentary — and how Alvarado had to make late-breaking cuts amid accusations against activist Cesar Chavez.
Why it matters: ‘American Pachuco’ Reveals the Life and Legacy of... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
EXCLUSIVE: The Palila bird only measures about six inches and weighs less than 2 ounces, but it’s not to be underestimated. The yellow-crowned and breasted avian creature sued the state of Hawaii in 1979 to prevent its own extinction. The documentary A Paradise Lost, directed ...
Bottom line from Deadline: this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
With this new update, Google is expanding AI Mode beyond answering questions and into completing tasks across the apps they use regularly.
Why it matters: Google’s AI Mode now lets you link and... signals a shift in how we use technology.
Google said users can soon access their notebooks through AI Mode in Search.
The big picture: Google continues its renaming streak by turning NotebookLM... — is one to watch for the industry.
Google is giving its AI note-taking app a new name. The company announced on Thursday that NotebookLM is becoming Gemini Notebook, but will remain a standalone app even as it integrates more deeply across Gemini and Google Search. Google first revealed Gemini Notebook - then c...
Why it matters: Google is renaming NotebookLM to Gemini Notebook could change how developers build software.
Google is updating AI Mode with support for more first and third-party apps, just like the Gemini app.
9to5Google reports: Google AI Mode adds more Connected Apps, including... — this is one to watch for the industry.
"Hawking's laws of black hole mechanics provided a satisfying connection between extreme and ordinary physics and have been the paradigm for 50 years, but they have a serious limitation."
The big picture: Stephen Hawking's famous 'leaky' black hole theory gets... — challenges existing scientific assumptions.
“We're not going to achieve these levels of investments,” EY-Parthenon partner Mats Persson told Fortune.
Why it matters: Trump has tried to decouple from China, but... signals changing business strategies.
Google's Pixel 10 Pro has one of the best camera systems for an Android today. Grab it for $699 right now, one of the best prices we've seen.
The big picture: Amazon just cut $300 off the Google Pixel... — reshapes the tech landscape.
New data shows sales declining, and the trend is forcing grocers and brands to compete harder on price and value.
Why it matters: U.S. grocery slowdown deepens as shoppers buy fewer... hints at where the money is moving.
Regional listening trends become the soundtrack for movement in a new Billboard and Planet Fitness editorial series celebrating music, motivation and community
Why it matters: Billboard and Planet Fitness Celebrate the Power of... shows where the music business is headed.
Apple TV announced today that its Peabody and Emmy Award-winning mindfulness series Stillwater will return next month for a new season. Here are the details.
Why it matters: Apple TV sets release date for Stillwater’s fifth... could change how developers build software.
Zoe Saldaña is ready to take on the enemy in the Season 3 trailer for Taylor Sheridan’s espionage thriller series Lioness. “I’m a soldier. And a soldier’s job is to fight,” Saldaña’s Joe tells her kids before she embarks on her most dangerous mission yet. Footage then reveals ...
Bottom line from Deadline: this is generating industry buzz.
Occidental Studios, which bills itself as the longest continuous operating studio lot in Los Angeles, is back on the market with a reworked listing.
The big picture: Century-Old Hollywood Soundstage Complex Cuts Listing Price From... — could reshape the box office conversation.
Roadmap Writers is partnering with Longevity Pictures for The Dark Roads Horror & Thriller Feature Competition. The competition aims to discover the next generation of horror and thriller feature writers with the winning screenplay receiving a $2,500 option agreement with Long...
Why it matters: Roadmap Writers Sets ‘The Dark Roads Horror &... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
A widespread outage on July 15 has broken device sync for “all” Google Health users.
Why it matters: Google Health has fixed the outage that broke... reshapes the tech landscape.
The halftime show will feature artists coming together following the country’s devastating earthquakes.
The big picture: Gustavo Dudamel, NY Philharmonic & Simón Bolívar Symphony... — is making waves across platforms.
Their longtime manager said that the move will allow them to “pursue, facilitate, and finance our many plans and dreams quicker than we ever hoped” The post Iron Maiden have sold half of the rights to their likenesses and their music to Pophouse appeared first on NME.
The big picture: Iron Maiden have sold half of the rights... — shows where the music business is headed.
A stretch of sand dunes will receive the highest statutory protections as a national nature reserve.
The big picture: Nature reserve declared to coincide with King's visit — challenges existing scientific assumptions.
Dung beetles are quietly performing a vital climate change mitigation service for Australia's livestock sector, slashing methane emissions from cattle manure by 85%, a new Southern Cross University study has found.
The big picture: Small but mighty dung beetles take a big... — advances our understanding of the world.
It sounds as though EA's being careful, for now, about which brands can advertise in its games. Read more
The big picture: "It has to make sense for the game"... — is generating hype in the community.
Fellow 120 Minutes hosts Matt Pinfield and Jim Shearer remember the VJ who brought alternative music to MTV
Rolling Stone reports: Dave Kendall, Creator and Host of MTV’s ‘120... — this could define this era of music.
Valko fans are showing their support around the world by organizing a boycott, buying billboard ads, and donating to charitable causes in his name
The big picture: Fans Are Keeping The Dream Of Love And... — may set a new standard for the genre.
LeBron James brings more than on-court success with every team he joins, he also brings millions in economic impact.
Why it matters: The $500 million LeBron James sweepstakes: 5 cities... could affect investors and consumers alike.
The box office finally feels like its old self again. Years after the pandemic brought the film industry to its knees, moviegoing is back thanks to sleeper hits like “Obsession” and “Backrooms” and successful sequels like “The Super Mario Galaxy Movie,” “Toy Story 5” and “The ...
Why it matters: From ‘Michael’ to ‘The Bride’: The Good, the... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
EXCLUSIVE: Helium Comedy, one of the United States’ premier independent comedy club operators, is getting into original content with the launch of a new division overseen by Maureen Taran. Conceived as a development platform for creators, comedians, producers and strategic par...
Deadline reports: Helium Comedy Gets Into Original Content With New... — this is generating industry buzz.
The pop rock singer-songwriter is embarking on his first arena tour. Learn how to get tickets, deals, and everything else to know. Sombr’s “You Are the Reason Tour”: How to Get Last-Minute Tickets Travis Bland
The big picture: Sombr’s “You Are the Reason Tour”: How to... — taps into a cultural moment.
It's part of a wider crackdown from the consumer regulator into potentially unfair practices by private parking operators.
Why it matters: Investigation into parking tickets for drivers queuing at... reflects a broader economic trend.
Splatoon Raiders’ July 23rd launch day is almost here, so your window to preorder the physical version at a $10 discount is about to close. The digital version is $49.99, and so is the game on cartridge if you preorder at Walmart. Amazon previously honored the preorder discoun...
The Verge reports: Time’s running out to save $10 on Splatoon... — this reshapes the tech landscape.
These kitchen gadgets won't break the bank, but will seriously upgrade your cooking.
Why it matters: 6 cheap kitchen gadgets that will make your... signals a shift in how we use technology.
Publisher Kwalee and developer Flash Cat Games have announced that the deck-building roguelike adventure Talespinner is coming to Nintendo Switch on August 6. In the game, players will enter a captivating world inspired by the exotic and bizarre tapestry of Japanese mythology....
Why it matters: Talespinner announced for Nintendo Switch may set a new standard for the genre.
Alongside the rare discount on the Google Pixel Flex Dual Port 67W USB-C Fast Charger, today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by the most affordable Pixel 10 unlocked up to $308 off via Best Buy (open-box), these Pro models up to $414 off, and a huge deal that drops the lat...
9to5Google reports: Deals: Base Pixel 10 up to $308 off,... — this reshapes the tech landscape.
A lot of this week’s trouble starts with something that looks close enough. A familiar repo. A useful installer. A harmless sync setting. Then the handoff goes bad, the box starts talking to someone else, and the damage moves faster than the explanation. Old bugs are back, w...
Bottom line from The Hacker News: this is a wake-up call for digital security.
The Tesla driver who fatally struck a woman after crashing into her home "manually overrode" the vehicle's Full Self-Driving (FSD) technology by pressing the gas pedal to 100 percent, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) confirmed in a preliminary report on Wednesda...
The Verge reports: Tesla driver in fatal Texas crash overrode FSD... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
Researchers from the University of Basel have published details of how electrons within a cluster of molecules interact with one another and can be controlled. Their findings pave the way for new approaches to developing quantum components and electronic circuits on the nanome...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
Scientists have long thought humans have a uniquely difficult birth compared with other primates. And it's true that, from an evolutionary perspective, we face an obstetrical dilemma. As we evolved to walk on two feet, our pelvis changed shape and size, and our birth canal bec...
The big picture: Why some primates have even tougher births than... — challenges existing scientific assumptions.
Tower Semiconductor has announced a dual-track expansion of its 300mm silicon photonics, silicon germanium, and advanced packaging operations in Japan
Bottom line from Tom's Hardware: this is one to watch for the industry.
DoorDash is opening a limited beta of dd-cli, a command-line tool that lets developers and AI agents search stores, build carts, and place orders from the terminal, marking another step toward software designed for AI agents instead of just humans.
Why it matters: Yes, you can now order DoorDash from the... signals a shift in how we use technology.
World Cup star Lamine Yamal was raised by immigrant parents in Spain—now, he is earning $21.5 million from his day job alone.
The big picture: Lamine Yamal is the third-youngest World Cup finalist—and... — hints at where the money is moving.
Owen Flowers and Thalha Jubair, two members of the prolific Scattered Spider hacking group, pleaded guilty and were sentenced to five years and six months in jail for hacking London’s metropolitan transit system.
TechCrunch reports: UK cops say arrest of two young hackers... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
Swatch’s latest MoonSwatch is the Mission to the Moon 1969, a limited-edition model with components crafted from Omega’s 18K Moonshine Gold. To get one, you'll have to join a lottery.
Bottom line from Wired: this could change how developers build software.
At the launch party for his new web series, the Academy Award-winning musician, filmmaker, and producer built on a long-running social experiment: bringing strangers together over a shared game and seeing what happens next
Rolling Stone reports: Questlove Brings His VIP Game Nights to the... — this is making waves across platforms.
One period tracker app tested by Mozilla was 'squeaky clean,' while another app was seen sharing users' health data with an analytics company, underscoring vast differences in user privacy among these apps.
TechCrunch reports: Period tracker Stardust shares users’ health data with... — this is one to watch for the industry.
"Play is humanity's oldest technology for connection and learning," Roblox's CEO yells at me through my monitor. "Before agriculture, before commerce, before civilization, we played together." Right, so, where's this going? Oh. They're rolling out a tool on their mobile app wh...
The big picture: Roblox announce plans to let people AI generate... — could shake up the gaming landscape.
You may have heard that OpenAI released its first piece of hardware this week. You may not have heard about the ChatGPT basketball.
TechCrunch reports: Why is OpenAI selling a ChatGPT basketball? — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
Trump warned that the U.S. will target Iranian infrastructure next week if negotiations do not resume.
The big picture: Iran warns U.S. of Hormuz ‘red line,’ says... — signals changing business strategies.
A team of international scientists sets sail Thursday from Britain for Greenland to study its rapidly melting ice using drones, mini-submarines and autonomous swimming robots.
The big picture: UK launches hi-tech mission to study Greenland ice... — adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
Bacteria can defend themselves against antibiotics with the help of an enzyme released by dying cells, according to a study by a team from the Institute for Biological Physics at the University of Cologne and Wageningen University & Research published in the Proceedings of the...
Why it matters: How bacteria sacrifice themselves to render antibiotics ineffective advances our understanding of the world.
A new kind of antibody drug that more efficiently enters the brain could slow the progression of Alzheimer's disease with a much lower risk of dangerous side effects than existing therapies
Why it matters: Next-generation Alzheimer’s drug reduces risk of serious brain... advances our understanding of the world.
The Samsung 77-inch S85F OLED 4K TV has dropped to a new record-low price of $1,299.99 at Amazon, Best Buy, and Samsung.
The big picture: This 77-inch Samsung OLED TV is $1,700 cheaper... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by the ongoing $50 price drop on AirPods Pro 3, but we also have AirPods 4 with ANC hitting best price in months at Amazon today, as well as a chance to land a set Apple Watch Series 11 lineup and a rare Amazon low on Hyper’s latest 12...
The big picture: Deals: AirPods with ANC from $119, AirPods Pro... — signals a shift in how we use technology.
Amelia Dimoldenberg is taking another lap with “Passenger Princess.” The “Chicken Shop Date” host’s Formula 1 series, in which she interviews some of the sport’s biggest stars while also learning to drive, is set to return to YouTube this month for a new batch of episodes. Thi...
Variety reports: Amelia Dimoldenberg’s F1 Series ‘Passenger Princess’ Returning for... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
These 11 U.S. states excel when it comes to the education level of their workforce, migration patterns, and workforce development programs.
Bottom line from CNBC: this may shift market dynamics.
The Lenovo Legion R9000P is the first laptop to be equipped with an IJP OLED from TCL CSOT. This display promises a 240 Hz refresh rate and 99% DCI-P3 coverage for a fraction of the price of traditionally manufactured OLEDs.
Tom's Hardware reports: Lenovo announces world's first laptop with inkjet-printed OLED... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
When it comes to statistics, we usually expect to be informed about what happens "on average." But sometimes the key information lies in deviations from that mean: how likely is heavy rain, and how likely is it to remain dry? So-called distributional regression describes not o...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
Elite athletes competing in the Tour de France could gain more than eight seconds in the individual time trial depending solely on the type of team car following them, a new study has revealed.
Phys.org reports: Study finds choice of team car could decide... — this opens new research frontiers.
Péter Magyar’s new Hungarian government has reaffirmed its support for the film production sector in the country, which is Europe’s second biggest hub for production, and has hosted Hollywood films like “F1: The Movie,” the “Dune” films, “The Brutalist” and “Poor Things,” and ...
Variety reports: Hungary, Location for ‘F1: The Movie,’ ‘Dune,’ ‘The... — this is generating industry buzz.
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