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The Cardigans announce first UK show since 2018 with exclusive summer 2026 London gig

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-01-24

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The Swedish band last played in the country on the 'Gran Turismo' 20th anniversary tour The post The Cardigans announce first UK show since 2018 with exclusive summer 2026 London gig appeared first on NME.

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The Swedish band last played in the country on the 'Gran Turismo' 20th anniversary tour The post The Cardigans announce first UK show…

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Google says it's working to fix Gmail issue that's led to flooded inboxes and increased spam warnings

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-01-24

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If your Gmail inbox is all out of whack today, you're not alone. Gmail users have been encountering issues with the automatic filters that keep their main inbox free from the clutter of promotional emails and non-urgent updates, and some have reported seeing notices that emails have not been scanned for spam. Google…

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If your Gmail inbox is all out of whack today, you're not alone. Gmail users have been encountering issues with the automatic filters that…

MicroSD Express cards and Anker’s travel adapter rule the deal roost this week

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-01-24

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Welcome to the weekend, friends! We’re still in a bit of a deals lull before the Presidents Day and V-Day sales begin, the bulk of which we anticipate kicking off the first week of February. However, for now, we’re still seeing some solid discounts on a few newer gadgets and some old, Verge-approved favorites. Anker’s…

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Welcome to the weekend, friends! We’re still in a bit of a deals lull before the Presidents Day and V-Day sales begin, the bulk of which we…

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Wolf Alice’s Ellie Rowsell credited on Harry Styles’ new single ‘Aperture’

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-01-24

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Wolf Alice supported Styles during a European tour in 2022, with Rowsell joining him for a duet of 'No Hard Feelings' on the last night The post Wolf Alice’s Ellie Rowsell credited on Harry Styles’ new single ‘Aperture’ appeared first on NME.

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Wolf Alice supported Styles during a European tour in 2022, with Rowsell joining him for a duet of 'No Hard Feelings' on the last night The…

Rod Stewart Slams ‘Draft Dodger’ Trump Over NATO Troops Remarks

Rollingstone.com rollingstone.com · 2026-01-24

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"We lost over 400 of our guys. Think of their parents, think about it, when Trump calls them almost like cowards," singer says

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"We lost over 400 of our guys. Think of their parents, think about it, when Trump calls them almost like cowards," singer says

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US Congress members call for 'thorough review' of EA's $55 billion sale

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-01-24

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Before Electronic Arts goes private in a groundbreaking sale, some US lawmakers are pleading for some federal oversight. Democratic members of the US Congress, as part of the Congressional Labor Caucus, penned a letter asking the Federal Trade Commission to "thoroughly review" the $55 billion acquisition of…

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Before Electronic Arts goes private in a groundbreaking sale, some US lawmakers are pleading for some federal oversight. Democratic members…

Gmail’s spam filter and automatic sorting are broken

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-01-24

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Some Gmail users have noticed that promotional emails that normally go to their own siloed tab have started flooding their inbox. Reports have been hitting the Google forums and Reddit that messages are bypassing the Updates and Promotional filters and going straight to Gmail inboxes. Some are also reporting seeing a…

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Some Gmail users have noticed that promotional emails that normally go to their own siloed tab have started flooding their inbox. Reports…

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Robert Pattinson talks his unreleased ambient music made while dressed as ‘Batman’

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-01-24

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"I’ve got my headphones over the bat ears and I’m making electronic music on MPC with my vape" The post Robert Pattinson talks his unreleased ambient music made while dressed as ‘Batman’ appeared first on NME.

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"I’ve got my headphones over the bat ears and I’m making electronic music on MPC with my vape" The post Robert Pattinson talks his…

Will Poulter and Adam Meeks Discovered Something About Addiction by Using Non-Actors in Sundance Drama ‘Union County’: “It Blew Me Away”

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-01-24

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The filmmaker and his star and producer joined The Hollywood Reporter for a joint conversation about addiction, authenticity and why they’re both so bad with compliments.

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The filmmaker and his star and producer joined The Hollywood Reporter for a joint conversation about addiction, authenticity and why…

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This Week: Xbox Developer Direct + MASSIVE Ubisoft Shake Up | Kurt & Lucy Gotcha Covered

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-01-24

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This week Kurt and Lucy gotcha covered on the big reveals from the Xbox Developer Direct, Ubisoft's many cancelations and delays, rumors of a Switch 2 price increase, and more. Email your letters to [email protected] Check out the audio version: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4S5mfmLES0ubhj5xcDZJni…

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This week Kurt and Lucy gotcha covered on the big reveals from the Xbox Developer Direct, Ubisoft's many cancelations and delays, rumors of…

ICE has killed another person in Minneapolis

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-01-24

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Federal agents in Minneapolis repeatedly punched a man, forced him to the ground, and then shot him multiple times. The man was later pronounced dead. This is just the latest incident of deadly violence involving ICE, which has grown increasingly frequent, especially on the streets of Minneapolis. It's been less than…

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Federal agents in Minneapolis repeatedly punched a man, forced him to the ground, and then shot him multiple times. The man was later…

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Chris McClure from cover of Arctic Monkeys’ ‘Whatever People Say I Am, That’s What I’m Not’ reflects on chaos of debut success – and if it could happen again

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-01-24

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The legendary album was released 20 years ago this week and is still the fastest-selling debut album by any band The post Chris McClure from cover of Arctic Monkeys’ ‘Whatever People Say I Am, That’s What I’m Not’ reflects on chaos of debut success – and if it could happen again…

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The legendary album was released 20 years ago this week and is still the fastest-selling debut album by any band The post Chris McClure…

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NTSB will investigate why Waymo's robotaxis are illegally passing school buses

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-01-24

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Waymo has caught the attention of the National Transportation Safety Board as the federal agency launched an official investigation into the company for its robotaxis improperly passing school buses in Austin, Texas. The NTSB said on X that it would "examine the interaction between Waymo vehicles and school buses…

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Waymo has caught the attention of the National Transportation Safety Board as the federal agency launched an official investigation into…

Gaming’s most fun sales data is full of old and obscure games

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-01-24

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Every month, Circana video game analyst Mat Piscatella posts fascinating data about video game sales on Bluesky, highlighting trends like November's historically bad month for game hardware and Battlefield 6's big launch in October. But he doesn't just share data about what is selling the most; as of late, he's also…

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Every month, Circana video game analyst Mat Piscatella posts fascinating data about video game sales on Bluesky, highlighting trends like…

Charli XCX Talks ‘The Moment’ and Acting Career at Film’s Sundance Premiere

Rollingstone.com rollingstone.com · 2026-01-24

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"Right now, I’m like — like me in the film — I’m really wanting Brat to stop," singer said during post-screening Q&A for new mockumentary

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"Right now, I’m like — like me in the film — I’m really wanting Brat to stop," singer said during post-screening Q&A for new…

Get ready for the AI ad-pocalypse

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-01-24

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I'll confess, with no shame whatsoever, that I really love ads. Artsy ones, funny ones, weird ones, emotional ones - TV commercials were my childhood TikTok before any of us were using terms like "short-form video." But like most creative things in my life, AI is sucking the joy out of it. And it's only […]

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I'll confess, with no shame whatsoever, that I really love ads. Artsy ones, funny ones, weird ones, emotional ones - TV commercials were my…

‘I Want Your Sex’ Review: Gregg Araki Is Back in Vintage Form, Throwing a Deliciously Paired Olivia Wilde and Cooper Hoffman Into Sub/Dom Jeopardy

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-01-24

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Mason Gooding, Chase Sui Wonders, Charli xcx and Daveed Diggs also star in this satire of intergenerational sexual politics, contemporary art and kink as a gateway to self-knowledge.

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Mason Gooding, Chase Sui Wonders, Charli xcx and Daveed Diggs also star in this satire of intergenerational sexual politics, contemporary…

The Neptunes’ Chad Hugo Sues Pharrell Williams Over Unpaid Royalties

Rollingstone.com rollingstone.com · 2026-01-24

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After claiming that Williams tried to gain sole control of Neptunes name in previous lawsuit, Hugo now says production partner owes him $1 million for N.E.R.D.'s No One Ever Really Dies

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After claiming that Williams tried to gain sole control of Neptunes name in previous lawsuit, Hugo now says production partner owes him $1…

This coming-of-age adventure game made me feel a little too seen

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-01-24

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There's a lot about Perfect Tides: Station to Station's Mara that I find relatable. Like me, she's recently moved to a place simply called "the City" from the middle of nowhere, and like me, she's an avid writer. But these biographical details aren't the important thing; it's the way she's painted by the game's…

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There's a lot about Perfect Tides: Station to Station's Mara that I find relatable. Like me, she's recently moved to a place simply called…

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How to use Google Photos' new Me Meme feature

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-01-24

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Google has started rolling out a new feature for its Photos app that can turn your images into memes. The feature, called Me Meme, uses Google Gemini to take meme templates and recreate them with the photo you use from within the app. It’s still in its experimental stages and will only be available for users in the US…

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Google has started rolling out a new feature for its Photos app that can turn your images into memes. The feature, called Me Meme, uses…

Gemini with Personal Intelligence is awfully familiar

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-01-24

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By lots of metrics, Gemini is winning. It has raced ahead of OpenAI, become scarily good at creating convincing imagery, and even won Apple's business. So last week's news that it was enabling something called Personal Intelligence felt like a victory lap. Personal Intelligence allows Gemini to reference past…

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By lots of metrics, Gemini is winning. It has raced ahead of OpenAI, become scarily good at creating convincing imagery, and even won…

Get stuff done by yelling at your phone

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-01-24

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Hi, friends! Welcome to Installer No. 113, your guide to the best and Verge-iest stuff in the world. (If you're new here, welcome, please send hot cocoa to my freezing-cold house, and also you can read all the old editions at the Installer homepage.) This week, I've been reading about private garbage collectors and…

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Hi, friends! Welcome to Installer No. 113, your guide to the best and Verge-iest stuff in the world. (If you're new here, welcome, please…

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How to use Workout Buddy with Apple Watch and iOS 26

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-01-24

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Apple’s iOS 26 and watchOS 26 introduced a new fitness companion called Workout Buddy. This feature uses Apple Intelligence to provide spoken feedback during workouts and give motivation based on your activity history. Workout Buddy analyzes your pace, heart rate, distance and other metrics to deliver real-time…

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Apple’s iOS 26 and watchOS 26 introduced a new fitness companion called Workout Buddy. This feature uses Apple Intelligence to provide…

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Engadget review recap: Valerion VisionMaster Max, Canon EOS R6 III and Samsung Bespoke Fridge

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-01-24

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Our reviews team is rested up after the CES grind and we’re back to business. This week we reviewed the latest devices from Valerion, Canon, Samsung and Sony, covering a wide range of product categories in the process. Grab yourself a beverage and cozy up with all the reviews you might’ve missed. Valerion…

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Our reviews team is rested up after the CES grind and we’re back to business. This week we reviewed the latest devices from Valerion,…

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More Cult of the Lamb, a World War II computer mystery and other new indie games worth checking out

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-01-24

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Welcome to our latest roundup of what's going on in the indie game space. It’s been a very busy week of fun game releases (next week will be too!), so let’s get into some of them after a quick reflection on gaming while traveling.I love my Steam Deck. I really truly do. It’s a fantastic machine. And yet when I brought…

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Welcome to our latest roundup of what's going on in the indie game space. It’s been a very busy week of fun game releases (next week will…

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Blink-182’s Mark Hoppus pays tribute to fellow punk bass hero Green Day’s Mike Dirnt: “A master craftsman and a great friend”

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-01-24

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He said the musician would forever be "the beating heart of the low end" The post Blink-182’s Mark Hoppus pays tribute to fellow punk bass hero Green Day’s Mike Dirnt: “A master craftsman and a great friend” appeared first on NME.

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He said the musician would forever be "the beating heart of the low end" The post Blink-182’s Mark Hoppus pays tribute to fellow punk…

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Slipknot drop cybersquatting lawsuit against Slipknot.com

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-01-24

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An anonymous individual has been using the domain since 2001 The post Slipknot drop cybersquatting lawsuit against Slipknot.com appeared first on NME.

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An anonymous individual has been using the domain since 2001 The post Slipknot drop cybersquatting lawsuit against Slipknot.com appeared…

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Rod Stewart attacks “draft dodger” Donald Trump over “unbearable” false claims about British troops in Afghanistan

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-01-24

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“I may just be a humble rock star, but I’m also a Knight of the realm, and I have my opinions" The post Rod Stewart attacks “draft dodger” Donald Trump over “unbearable” false claims about British troops in Afghanistan appeared first on NME.

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“I may just be a humble rock star, but I’m also a Knight of the realm, and I have my opinions" The post Rod Stewart attacks “draft…

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Death Cab For Cutie return to indie label after 21 years to kickstart “new chapter” by signing to the legendary ANTI Records

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-01-24

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The band also shared news of new dates across North America this summer, which will see them joined by Japanese Breakfast, Nation of Language, and Jay Som The post Death Cab For Cutie return to indie label after 21 years to kickstart “new chapter” by signing to the legendary ANTI Records appeared first on…

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The band also shared news of new dates across North America this summer, which will see them joined by Japanese Breakfast, Nation of…

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Steven Drozd explains exit from The Flaming Lips and “disagreement” with Wayne Coyne

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-01-24

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“Part of me hoped I could just be like a guy that doesn’t tour but is still in the band" The post Steven Drozd explains exit from The Flaming Lips and “disagreement” with Wayne Coyne appeared first on NME.

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“Part of me hoped I could just be like a guy that doesn’t tour but is still in the band" The post Steven Drozd explains exit from The…

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James Ford says some artists refused to be part of War Child’s ‘Help(2)’ album as “they saw it as too political”

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-01-24

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The decision to make the collaborative charity album came from the severity of the crises in Gaza, Sudan, Ukraine and Syria The post James Ford says some artists refused to be part of War Child’s ‘Help(2)’ album as “they saw it as too political” appeared first on NME.

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The decision to make the collaborative charity album came from the severity of the crises in Gaza, Sudan, Ukraine and Syria The post James…

‘The Moment’ Review: Charli xcx Comes to Bury ‘Brat,’ but Also to Praise It, in a Muddled Mockumentary That’s Mainly for the Fans

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-01-24

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Slated for a late January release by A24, Aidan Zamiri's satire of a cultural phenomenon also features Alexander Skarsgard, Rosanna Arquette, Kate Berlant and Hailey Benton Gates.

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Slated for a late January release by A24, Aidan Zamiri's satire of a cultural phenomenon also features Alexander Skarsgard, Rosanna…

The Loch Capsule dishwasher is small, fast, and efficient — it even sanitizes gadgets

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-01-24

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A dishwasher is a luxury item some people can't live without. It's one of the first major kitchen devices I bought just as soon as I could afford one, and the appliance I thought I'd miss most in my nomadic vanlife pursuits. Loch sent me its $459.99 / €459.99 countertop Capsule dishwasher to review in […]

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A dishwasher is a luxury item some people can't live without. It's one of the first major kitchen devices I bought just as soon as I could…

‘Public Access’ Review: A Messy, Occasionally Rich Documentary Trip Through the Chaotic World of New York Public Access Television

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-01-24

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From porn to LGBTQ visibility and various other empowered marginalized voices, David Shadrack Smith's Sundance entry covers a tumultuous chapter of media.

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From porn to LGBTQ visibility and various other empowered marginalized voices, David Shadrack Smith's Sundance entry covers a tumultuous…

‘American Doctor’ Review: An Unflinching Chronicle of Three Courageous U.S. Physicians Who Volunteered in Gaza

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-01-24

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Director Poh Si Teng followed a trio of doctors who performed surgeries at the Nasser Medical Complex while the war raged on, risking their lives to save others.

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Director Poh Si Teng followed a trio of doctors who performed surgeries at the Nasser Medical Complex while the war raged on, risking their…

‘Extra Geography’ Review: English Prep School Girls Come of Age, in Mostly Familiar Fashion

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-01-24

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BAFTA-winning TV director Molly Manners’ debut feature stars Galaxie Clear and Marni Duggan as teenage BFFs who give themselves the assignment of falling in love.

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BAFTA-winning TV director Molly Manners’ debut feature stars Galaxie Clear and Marni Duggan as teenage BFFs who give themselves the…

Yvonne Lime Fedderson, Actress in ‘I Was a Teenage Werewolf‘ and ‘The Rainmaker,’ Dies at 90

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-01-24

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She also starred in ‘Dragstrip Riot’ and ‘High School Hellcats’ before co-founding Childhelp, the nonprofit organization dedicated to helping abused, neglected and at-risk kids.

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She also starred in ‘Dragstrip Riot’ and ‘High School Hellcats’ before co-founding Childhelp, the nonprofit organization dedicated to…

Chromebooks train schoolkids to be loyal customers, internal Google document suggests

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-01-24

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Internal documents revealed as part of a child safety lawsuit hint at Google's plan to "onboard kids" into its ecosystem by investing in schools. In this November 2020 presentation, Google writes that getting kids into its ecosystem "leads to brand trust and loyalty over their lifetime," as reported earlier by NBC…

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Internal documents revealed as part of a child safety lawsuit hint at Google's plan to "onboard kids" into its ecosystem by investing in…

BTS Arirang World Tour Dream Setlist

Billboard.com billboard.com · 2026-01-24

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While we're expecting loads of new tracks from the group's upcoming ARIRANG album, these are the super hits we're hoping to hear when the guys hit stadiums around the globe.

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While we're expecting loads of new tracks from the group's upcoming ARIRANG album, these are the super hits we're hoping to hear when the…

Stephen Colbert, Jimmy Kimmel Take on FCC’s New Equal Time Guidance: “I’m Flattered You Think Appearing on My Show Has the Power to Affect Politics”

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-01-24

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The late night hosts suggested the move that appeared to be targeted at programs like 'The View,' 'Late Night With Seth Meyers,' 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' and 'The Late Show,' ending in four months, was less significant than it seemed in a fractured landscape and was more of an "attack on free speech."

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The late night hosts suggested the move that appeared to be targeted at programs like 'The View,' 'Late Night With Seth Meyers,' 'Jimmy…

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Check Out These Slick Chess Sets Based On Popular Video Games, Comics, And Movies

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-01-24

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Chess, one of the best tabletop games, has experienced a surge in popularity over the last couple of years. Fans of the game don't have to settle for a classically inspired chessboard either, as you can pick up several themed sets. The Noble Collection has made a name for itself in this space by producing several…

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Chess, one of the best tabletop games, has experienced a surge in popularity over the last couple of years. Fans of the game don't have to…

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The Future of Ubisoft Looks Bleak

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-01-23

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Ubisoft is making some sweeping changes, from cancelling games like the Prince of Persia: Sands of Time Remake to delaying others like the rumoured Assassin's Creed 4: Black Flag Remake, to sorting its developers into Creative Houses. Lucy and Tam discuss these huge changes.

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Ubisoft is making some sweeping changes, from cancelling games like the Prince of Persia: Sands of Time Remake to delaying others like the…

Laura Adler, Emmy-Nominated Casting Director, Dies at 65

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-01-23

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A daughter of the late actor Jerry Adler, she worked on shows including ‘Dream On’ and ‘Better Off Ted’ and served as a valued Casting Society administrator for a decade.

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A daughter of the late actor Jerry Adler, she worked on shows including ‘Dream On’ and ‘Better Off Ted’ and served as a valued Casting…

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Dead By Daylight Lets Fans Choose A Hero's Face And The Shape Of Evil

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-01-23

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For a decade, Dead by Daylight has let players into the world of the Entity as they faced original killers as well as some of the most evil monsters from film, TV shows, and video games. Now, Behaviour Interactive is calling on fans to help it complete a crowd-sourced Dead by Daylight chapter called The Grimoire.As…

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For a decade, Dead by Daylight has let players into the world of the Entity as they faced original killers as well as some of the most evil…

Slipknot Dismiss Suit Against Slipknot.com

Rollingstone.com rollingstone.com · 2026-01-23

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The band had accused the anonymous owner of the domain of "cybersquatting"

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The band had accused the anonymous owner of the domain of "cybersquatting"

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WoW's Pricey Transmog Overhaul Just Got Way Cheaper

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-01-23

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World of Warcraft transmog prices just got slashed, with Blizzard announcing a 50% cost reduction to outfit creation prices.The pre-patch for WoW's Midnight expansion arrived on January 20 and brought major system updates to Blizzard's MMORPG, including an overhaul of its transmog system. In theory, the update makes…

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World of Warcraft transmog prices just got slashed, with Blizzard announcing a 50% cost reduction to outfit creation prices.The pre-patch…

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Google Photos can now turn you into a meme

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-01-23

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In Big Tech's never-ending quest to increase AI adoption, Google has unveiled a meme generator. The new Google Photos feature, Me Meme, lets you create personalized memes starring a synthetic version of you.Google describes Me Meme as "a simple way to explore with your photos and create content that's ready to…

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In Big Tech's never-ending quest to increase AI adoption, Google has unveiled a meme generator. The new Google Photos feature, Me Meme,…

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Fortnite X South Park Quests: How To Ride 5 Rides At Cartmanland And Complete Every Quest

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-01-23

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During Fortnite Chapter 6, most every cosmetic you could unlock from a pass or for free was earned simply by gaining XP in any mode. But Epic has returned to the old ways in Chapter 7, with unlockable cosmetics that require completing specific quests. Case in point is the Born in Chaos mini pass for Fortnite's new…

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During Fortnite Chapter 6, most every cosmetic you could unlock from a pass or for free was earned simply by gaining XP in any mode. But…

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A rival smart glasses company is suing Meta over its Ray-Ban products

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-01-23

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Meta is being sued by Solos, a rival smart glasses maker, for infringing on its patents, Bloomberg reports. Solos is seeking "multiple billions of dollars" in damages and an injunction that could prevent Meta from selling its Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses as part of the lawsuit.Solos claims that Meta's Ray-Ban…

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Meta is being sued by Solos, a rival smart glasses maker, for infringing on its patents, Bloomberg reports. Solos is seeking "multiple…

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Major Video Game Union Comes Out Against EA Saudi Buyout

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-01-23

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Late last year, Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, Jared Kushner's Affinity Partners, and the private equity firm Silver Lake made a $55 billion deal to purchase Electronic Arts and take the video game publisher private. Now, the Communication Workers of America's United Video Games union has approached the US…

Why it matters

Late last year, Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, Jared Kushner's Affinity Partners, and the private equity firm Silver Lake made a…

Steven Drozd Breaks Silence on Flaming Lips Exit: ‘Moving On Felt Right’

Rollingstone.com rollingstone.com · 2026-01-23

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The multi-instrumentalist says he had originally hoped to remain a member of the group, but his bandmates didn’t see it that way

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The multi-instrumentalist says he had originally hoped to remain a member of the group, but his bandmates didn’t see it that way

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Retro handheld maker Anbernic has a new gamepad with a screen and heart rate sensor

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-01-23

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File this one under "Things that make you go, 'Hmmm…'" Retro handheld maker Anbernic is launching a new controller with a screen. But unlike Nintendo's Wii U controller, there's no second-screen gaming capability here. Instead, the display is designed to "make customization intuitive and…

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File this one under "Things that make you go, 'Hmmm…'" Retro handheld maker Anbernic is launching a new controller with a screen.…

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I Hope Double Fine Keeps Getting To Make Weird Games Forever

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-01-23

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Xbox delivered the first big showcase of the year with its Developer Direct, and amid rumors that the event would highlight three of its most-anticipated games, there was plenty of speculation that it would also show off a secret fourth game as well. That speculation proved correct, as the showcase offered the first…

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Xbox delivered the first big showcase of the year with its Developer Direct, and amid rumors that the event would highlight three of its…

How to Watch ‘Kingdom’ Online With Sling TV

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-01-23

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The new nature documentary TV series premieres on Saturday, Jan. 24.

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The new nature documentary TV series premieres on Saturday, Jan. 24.

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Every Game Delayed Right Now (2026 Edition)

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-01-23

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Games sure have been getting delayed a lot over the last several years, and that continues in 2026. The game you've been looking forward to playing might just not be ready by its initially announced launch date. To help keep everything organized, we've made a list of every game delayed right now, including those with…

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Games sure have been getting delayed a lot over the last several years, and that continues in 2026. The game you've been looking forward to…

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Highguard Devs Will Break Silence With Launch-Day Stream

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-01-23

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Geoff Keighley's The Game Awards wrapped up on December 11, 2025, with a strange "one more thing" announcement: Highguard, the free-to-play PvP raid shooter that launches in just a few days. It has been six weeks since then, though, and developer Wildlight Entertainment went radio silent ... until now. The studio…

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Geoff Keighley's The Game Awards wrapped up on December 11, 2025, with a strange "one more thing" announcement: Highguard, the free-to-play…

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Apple will begin showing more App Store ads starting in March

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-01-23

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More ads are coming to App Store search results starting in March, Apple shared on an advertising help page. The company first said that it would increase the number of App Store ads last month, and this new rollout of search ads will begin on Tuesday, March 3, according to a developer email viewed by…

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More ads are coming to App Store search results starting in March, Apple shared on an advertising help page. The company first said that it…

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TikTok finalizes deal for its US entity

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-01-23

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After years of uncertainty over TikTok's future in the United States, a deal for the app's US business has been finalized. The new US entity is called TikTok USDS Joint Venture. ByteDance has retained a 19.9 percent percent stake in the new business, with the rest controlled by a group of non-Chinese investors,…

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After years of uncertainty over TikTok's future in the United States, a deal for the app's US business has been finalized. The new US…

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Vimeo lays off most of its staff just months after being bought by private equity firm

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-01-23

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Vimeo just got hit by a brutal round of layoffs, according to a report by Business Insider. Staffers are posting on various social media sites that the layoffs have impacted most of the company, including the entire video team. Vimeo is a video-hosting platform, so that sounds bad. “Yesterday, following Vimeo’s recent…

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Vimeo just got hit by a brutal round of layoffs, according to a report by Business Insider. Staffers are posting on various social media…

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Tesla paywalls lane centering on new Model 3 and Model Y purchases

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-01-23

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Tesla just objectively decreased the value of the Model 3 and Model Y. On Thursday, the company said it’s paywalling its lane-centering feature, Autosteer, for new purchases of the two EVs in the US and Canada. This was previously a standard feature. Lane centering is now part of the Full Self-Driving Supervised (FSD)…

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Tesla just objectively decreased the value of the Model 3 and Model Y. On Thursday, the company said it’s paywalling its lane-centering…

Renée Fleming Is Latest Performer to Cancel Appearances at the Kennedy Center

Rollingstone.com rollingstone.com · 2026-01-23

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The Grammy-winning soprano singer has canceled two May sets, joining many musicians who have moved away from the performing arts institution

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The Grammy-winning soprano singer has canceled two May sets, joining many musicians who have moved away from the performing arts institution

Disney’s ‘Muppet Show’ Trailer Re-Lights the Lights

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-01-23

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Sabrina Carpenter, Seth Rogen and Maya Rudolph are the human guests on the Feb. 4 special.

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Sabrina Carpenter, Seth Rogen and Maya Rudolph are the human guests on the Feb. 4 special.

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Meta is temporarily pulling teens' access from its AI chatbot characters

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-01-23

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Meta will no longer allow teens to chat with its AI chatbot characters in their present form. The company announced Friday that it will be "temporarily pausing teens’ access to existing AI characters globally."The pause comes months after Meta had said it was working on chatbot-focused parental controls following…

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Meta will no longer allow teens to chat with its AI chatbot characters in their present form. The company announced Friday that it will be…

The Ultimate Guide to Every 2026 Grammy Party and Event

Rollingstone.com rollingstone.com · 2026-01-23

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Check out Rolling Stone’s guide to every Grammy Week party in the lead-up to Music's Biggest Night

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Check out Rolling Stone’s guide to every Grammy Week party in the lead-up to Music's Biggest Night

What We Know About All the ‘Yellowstone’ Spinoffs

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-01-23

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The flagship series may have ended, but Taylor Sheridan's franchise continues to expand.

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The flagship series may have ended, but Taylor Sheridan's franchise continues to expand.

Francis Buchholz, Scorpions’ Hurricane-Rocking Ex-Bassist, Dead at 71

Rollingstone.com rollingstone.com · 2026-01-23

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The musician, who’d exited the group after the success of “Wind of Change” in the Nineties, had been battling cancer

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The musician, who’d exited the group after the success of “Wind of Change” in the Nineties, had been battling cancer

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You can now create AI-generated coloring books in Microsoft Paint

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-01-23

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Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella recently went on record saying that AI still needs to prove its worth if society is to adopt it long-term, but he presumably thinks his company has cracked it with its latest innovation: AI coloring books. A new Microsoft Paint feature currently rolling out to Windows Insiders allows you to…

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Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella recently went on record saying that AI still needs to prove its worth if society is to adopt it long-term, but…

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NBA League Pass is up to 55 percent off

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-01-23

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Basketball fans can save on NBA League Pass right now, which lets you catch a bunch of out-of-market NBA games via streaming. The League Pass Premium subscription is on sale for $75, down from the usual $160, and League Pass Standard is marked down to $50 from $110. Considering we're almost halfway though the season,…

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Basketball fans can save on NBA League Pass right now, which lets you catch a bunch of out-of-market NBA games via streaming. The League…

Chaka Khan, St. Vincent, Haim, Chappell Roan Among Honorees for 2026 Resonator Awards

Rollingstone.com rollingstone.com · 2026-01-23

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The Grammy Week gala, hosted by female-led nonprofit We Are Moving the Needle, will also feature appearances by Olivia Rodrigo, Sia, Hayley Williams, and Addison Rae

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The Grammy Week gala, hosted by female-led nonprofit We Are Moving the Needle, will also feature appearances by Olivia Rodrigo, Sia, Hayley…

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Malaysia lifts ban on Grok after taking X at its word

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-01-23

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After being one of the first countries in the world to block Elon Musk’s Grok chatbot, Malaysia has now lifted its ban. Along with Indonesia, the country moved swiftly to temporarily halt access to X's frequently controversial AI chatbot earlier this month, after multiple reports emerged of it being used to generate…

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After being one of the first countries in the world to block Elon Musk’s Grok chatbot, Malaysia has now lifted its ban. Along with…

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Get the 512GB Samsung P9 microSD Express card for 33 percent off right now

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-01-23

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MicroSD Express cards are still a little hard to find, considering they're pretty new and only really started becoming popular last year once the Switch 2 came out. These upgraded versions of microSD cards are the only ones compatible with the Switch 2 for expanding its storage, so if you're already starting to feel…

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MicroSD Express cards are still a little hard to find, considering they're pretty new and only really started becoming popular last year…

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Samsung Bespoke Fridge with AI review: All the bells and whistles

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-01-23

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At their core, refrigerators are relatively simple devices. If you're the type of person to view every extra feature as a component that could potentially go wrong, basic iceboxes are probably the kind you go for. But for those on the other end of the spectrum, Samsung's latest Bespoke Refrigerators with AI inside…

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At their core, refrigerators are relatively simple devices. If you're the type of person to view every extra feature as a component that…

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Ring can now verify if a video has been altered

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-01-23

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Ring has launched a new tool that can tell you if a video clip captured by its camera has been altered or not. The company says that every video downloaded from Ring starting in December 2025 going forward will come with a digital security seal. “Think of it like the tamper-evident seal on a medicine bottle,” it…

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Ring has launched a new tool that can tell you if a video clip captured by its camera has been altered or not. The company says that every…

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TurboTax Deluxe is on sale for only $45 ahead of tax season

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-01-23

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With the spring approaching, it's time to start thinking about how you'll file your taxes. Unfortunately, with the recent demise of Direct File, there isn't a free, government-provided alternative to TurboTax in 2026, and you'll need to look to other federal programs, including IRS Free File, to file your paperwork.…

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With the spring approaching, it's time to start thinking about how you'll file your taxes. Unfortunately, with the recent demise of Direct…

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Apple's AirPods Pro 3 drop back down to a record-low price

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-01-23

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AirPods Pro 3 have returned to an all-time-low price. You can pick them up for $200 right now, which is $50 off and the best discount we've seen since the earbuds came out at the end of last year. We gave these AirPods a score of 90 out of 100 in our review and we consider them the best wireless earbuds for iPhone…

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AirPods Pro 3 have returned to an all-time-low price. You can pick them up for $200 right now, which is $50 off and the best discount we've…

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Engadget Podcast: Why would Apple want to make an AI pin?

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-01-23

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Apple is reportedly working on an AI pin of its very own to compete with OpenAI's non-existent pin. No, it doesn't really make much sense to us, either. In this episode, Devindra and Engadget Managing Editor Cherlynn Low discuss why Apple might be quick to jump on the AI pin trend, even before it jumps into smart…

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Apple is reportedly working on an AI pin of its very own to compete with OpenAI's non-existent pin. No, it doesn't really make much sense…

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The Morning After: Apple might be making its own AirTag-sized AI wearable

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-01-23

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It’s been a while since rumors and reports suggested Apple is exploring a new divisive product category, and it’s been several years since the Apple car. Unfortunately, the new challenger is a wearable AI pin with cameras, mics and… zero interest from me.According to a report from The Information, it’ll resemble a…

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It’s been a while since rumors and reports suggested Apple is exploring a new divisive product category, and it’s been several years since…

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Apple accuses Europe of 'delay tactics' following alternative app store collapse

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-01-23

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Following the shutdown of an alternative app store, Apple has accused the European Commission (EC) of using “political delay tactics” as an excuse to probe and fine the company, Bloomberg reported. Apple issued the statement preemptively as commission is reportedly preparing to blame Apple for the shutdown of…

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Following the shutdown of an alternative app store, Apple has accused the European Commission (EC) of using “political delay tactics” as an…

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The best GPS running watches for 2026

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-01-23

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Having the right GPS watch on your wrist whether you’re going for your first ever run or your umpteenth run can make all the difference. The best GPS running watches not only keep track of how far you’ve run, but they track pace and other real-time metrics, advanced training features to help you hit your goals and, of…

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Having the right GPS watch on your wrist whether you’re going for your first ever run or your umpteenth run can make all the difference.…

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Sennheiser introduces new TV headphones bundle with Auracast

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-01-22

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Sennheiser has unveiled its RS 275 TV Headphones, which are bundled with a BTA1 digital receiver. These headphones use Auracast technology to provide low-latency audio at a range of up to 50 meters, and can connect to other devices enabled with Auracast or Bluetooth Classic. For those unfamiliar, Auracast is broadcast…

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Sennheiser has unveiled its RS 275 TV Headphones, which are bundled with a BTA1 digital receiver. These headphones use Auracast technology…

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Darth Maul's standalone series premieres on Disney+ on April 6

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-01-22

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Darth Maul, the beloved, sometimes spider-legged former Sith Lord first introduced in Star Wars: Episode 1 — The Phantom Menace, is officially getting his own animated spin-off on April 6, 2026, based on a new teaser trailer published by Disney. Star Wars: Maul — Shadow Lord was originally announced at Star Wars…

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Darth Maul, the beloved, sometimes spider-legged former Sith Lord first introduced in Star Wars: Episode 1 — The Phantom Menace, is…

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JBL made a pair of AI-powered practice amps

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-01-22

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JBL is trying its hand at something new, with a pair of AI-powered practice amps. The BandBox Solo and BandBox Trio include an onboard Stem AI that purportedly lets you separate or remove vocals and instruments from any music streamed over Bluetooth. So, say you're a young guitarist learning “Stairway to Heaven” (as…

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JBL is trying its hand at something new, with a pair of AI-powered practice amps. The BandBox Solo and BandBox Trio include an onboard Stem…

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Telly has only delivered 35,000 of its free televisions with always-on ads

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-01-22

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Telly appeared on the home theater scene in 2023 with an unusual proposition. Its business model revolves around giving customers free dual-screen televisions where the lower screen shows non-stop advertisements. At the time, the start-up’s execs projected that Telly would ship its first 500,000 screens that summer.…

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Telly appeared on the home theater scene in 2023 with an unusual proposition. Its business model revolves around giving customers free…

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David Ellison extends deadline for Warner Bros. Discovery takeover offer

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-01-22

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Paramount Skydance CEO David Ellison is apparently still hopeful that investors will approve his $108.4 billion hostile takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery. Paramount Skydance announced Thursday that it's extending its all-cash offer to acquire the storied studio, and giving investors until February 20, 2026 to accept.…

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Paramount Skydance CEO David Ellison is apparently still hopeful that investors will approve his $108.4 billion hostile takeover of Warner…

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Fable will let you be a heartless landlord this fall

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-01-22

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After half a decade of waiting, Microsoft finally offered an extended preview of its long-awaited reboot of the beloved Fable RPG franchise on Thursday. During the company’s recent Developer Direct showcase, Playground Games, best known for its works on the Forza Horizon series, shared nearly 11 minutes of gameplay…

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After half a decade of waiting, Microsoft finally offered an extended preview of its long-awaited reboot of the beloved Fable RPG franchise…

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Double Fine announces delightful-looking multiplayer pottery game Kiln

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-01-22

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Double Fine has been on a tear with its smaller projects lately. The popular indie game developer is following up last year's atmospheric adventure game Keeper with a new title in a totally different direction. As its Double Fine founder Tim Schaefer attempted to say five times fast during today's Xbox Developer…

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Double Fine has been on a tear with its smaller projects lately. The popular indie game developer is following up last year's atmospheric…

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Substack now has a TV app

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-01-22

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It was only 16 months ago that Substack expanded into live video. Since then, it's become a widely adopted medium on the platform, including by its ever-growing list of cable news expats. Now, the company has decided it's ready for a bigger screen. Starting today, you can install a new Substack TV app on Apple TV and…

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It was only 16 months ago that Substack expanded into live video. Since then, it's become a widely adopted medium on the platform,…

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Elon Musk just told Davos that Tesla will sell humanoid robots next year, really, he swears

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-01-22

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Elon Musk just took the stage at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland and announced that Tesla's Optimus humanoid robot will be sold to the public by the end of next year. Musk is the master of unrealistic timetables, but this may be the nuttiest one yet. These are humanoid robots that are supposed to be…

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Elon Musk just took the stage at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland and announced that Tesla's Optimus humanoid robot will be…

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Mario Kart World adds a team option in Knockout Tour

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-01-22

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Mario Kart World received a free update today that brings a team option to its Knockout Tour mode. Initially, the Knockout races in this Nintendo Switch 2 launch title were only for solo drivers, challenging players to finish ahead of enough other competitors or get eliminated from the series. It was one of the…

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Mario Kart World received a free update today that brings a team option to its Knockout Tour mode. Initially, the Knockout races in this…

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New ‘Fable’ Open-World Video Game Sets Fall 2026 Release for Xbox, PlayStation; Gameplay Teaser Revealed

Other variety.com · 2026-01-22

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Xbox has set release windows for two of its most anticipated titles of 2026: Playground Games’ “Fable” reboot and the Japan-set “Forza Horizon 6.” “Fable,” now confirmed to be an open-world, action-RPG title, will debut in fall of 2026 with a specific launch date still to be…

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Xbox has set release windows for two of its most anticipated titles of 2026: Playground Games’ “Fable” reboot and the…

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Forza Horizon 6 will hit Xbox Series X/S and PC on May 19

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-01-22

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Forza Horizon 6 is taking the racing series to Japan for the first time, and now we know exactly when you’ll be able to hit the virtual streets of Tokyo. The game will arrive on Xbox Series X/S, PC and Xbox Cloud on May 19, with an early access period commencing on May 15. That lines up with earlier reports about the…

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Forza Horizon 6 is taking the racing series to Japan for the first time, and now we know exactly when you’ll be able to hit the virtual…

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An AI pin is beneath Apple

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-01-22

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So it's come to this: Apple is reportedly working on a wearable AI pin. According to The Information, it is going to be a small device with "multiple cameras, a speaker, microphones and wireless charging." It sounds like the perfect gadget to pair with the long-awaited AI-powered Siri update, which will also…

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So it's come to this: Apple is reportedly working on a wearable AI pin. According to The Information, it is going to be a small device with…

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Korg's new experimental synthesizer combines acoustic sounds with electronic control

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-01-22

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Korg just officially unveiled the Phase8 synthesizer, after years of tinkering by a team led by legendary engineer Tatsuya Takahashi. This is a highly experimental synthesizer, but it's not a concept unit. It'll be available for purchase in April. The Phase8 uses a new form of "acoustic synthesis" that…

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Korg just officially unveiled the Phase8 synthesizer, after years of tinkering by a team led by legendary engineer Tatsuya Takahashi. This…

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Grok generated an estimated 3 million sexualized images — including 23,000 of children — over 11 days

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-01-22

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We already knew xAI's Grok was barraging X with nonconsensual sexual images of real people. But now there are some numbers to put things in perspective. Over an 11-day period, Grok generated an estimated 3 million sexualized images — including an estimated 23,000 of children.Put another way, Grok generated an…

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We already knew xAI's Grok was barraging X with nonconsensual sexual images of real people. But now there are some numbers to put things in…

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How to watch the 2026 Super Bowl: TV channel, where to stream and more

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-01-22

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We might still be in the midst of the playoffs, but that doesn't mean we can't plan ahead for Super Bowl LX. For those of you who just can't with Roman numerals, thats Super Bowl 60, and it's taking place this year at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, CA, on February 8, starting at 6:30 p.m. ET.  Like all other…

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We might still be in the midst of the playoffs, but that doesn't mean we can't plan ahead for Super Bowl LX. For those of you who just…

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GeForce Now adds support for flight controllers

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-01-22

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It only seems right that cloud gaming should welcome virtual pilots, and that’s definitely now the case if GeForce Now is your streaming platform of choice. One of the most frequently requested features from its community according to NVIDIA, flight control support has now been added to its GeForce Now offering,…

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It only seems right that cloud gaming should welcome virtual pilots, and that’s definitely now the case if GeForce Now is your streaming…

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The best VPN deals: Up to 87 percent off ProtonVPN, Surfshark, ExpressVPN, NordVPN and more

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-01-22

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In a chaotic world, one thing you can count on is your own common-sense steps toward better cybersecurity. Most of the holiday deals are over by now, but plenty of services are still offering excellent prices. With access to a virtual private network (VPN), you can stream TV shows and events from all over the world,…

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In a chaotic world, one thing you can count on is your own common-sense steps toward better cybersecurity. Most of the holiday deals are…

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AMD's Ryzen 7 9850X3D CPU will arrive on January 29 and cost $499

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-01-22

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At CES earlier this month, AMD announced the Ryzen 7 9850X3D, a more wallet-friendly take on its $700 9950X3D. The company promised the new chip would be out sometime in the first three months of the year, and it's going to arrive a bit sooner than you might have expected. It can be all yours on January 29 for…

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At CES earlier this month, AMD announced the Ryzen 7 9850X3D, a more wallet-friendly take on its $700 9950X3D. The company promised the new…

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Netflix scores Oscar nominations for Frankenstein and KPop Demon Hunters

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-01-22

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The nominees for the 2026 Academy Awards were just announced and Ryan Coogler's vampire-adjacent period drama Sinners received a record-breaking 16 nominations. That's the highest number of Oscar nominations for a single film in the history of the awards, followed by Titanic, La La Land and All About Eve with 14 noms…

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The nominees for the 2026 Academy Awards were just announced and Ryan Coogler's vampire-adjacent period drama Sinners received a…

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Waymo is now available in Miami

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-01-22

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Waymo’s fully autonomous robotaxis are now accepting passengers in Miami. The city was one of five named in expansion plans last year, and joins the likes of Phoenix, Los Angeles and the San Francisco Bay Area on Waymo’s existing network. Waymo says that nearly 10,000 Miami residents have signed up so far, and that it…

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Waymo’s fully autonomous robotaxis are now accepting passengers in Miami. The city was one of five named in expansion plans last year, and…

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Xbox Developer Direct 2026: How to watch and what we expect to see from Fable, Forza Horizon 6 and Beast of Reincarnation

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-01-22

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Xbox is set to hold the fourth installment of its now-annual Developer Direct showcase on January 22. You’ll be able to watch the 2026 edition at 1PM ET on YouTube (including versions with audio descriptions and ASL), Twitch, Facebook and Steam. Xbox will stream the Developer Direct on its regional channels…

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Xbox is set to hold the fourth installment of its now-annual Developer Direct showcase on January 22. You’ll be able to watch the 2026…

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AI Mode in Google search can now pull context from your other apps

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-01-22

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After adding Personal Intelligence to Gemini as an opt-in experience, Google has announced that it’s also integrating the feature into AI Mode in Search. What Personal Intelligence does is pull information from your Google apps to tailor its responses based on your history and interests. For Search, in particular, you…

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After adding Personal Intelligence to Gemini as an opt-in experience, Google has announced that it’s also integrating the feature into AI…

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ExpressVPN two-year plans are up to 78 percent off right now

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-01-22

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ExpressVPN is back on sale again, and its two-year plans are up to 78 percent off right now. You can get the Advanced tier for $101 for 28 months. This is marked down from the $392 that this time frame normally costs. On a per-month basis, it works out to roughly $3.59 for the promo period. We’ve consistently liked…

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ExpressVPN is back on sale again, and its two-year plans are up to 78 percent off right now. You can get the Advanced tier for $101 for 28…

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‘The Walking Dead’ Sets Release Date for ‘World War Z’ Game Tie-In Featuring Andrew Lincoln, Norman Reedus (EXCLUSIVE)

Other variety.com · 2026-01-21

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The ultimate zombie-killing crossover is on the horizon as “World War Z” has announced the release date for its upcoming collaboration with AMC’s “The Walking Dead.” Based on Paramount’s “World War Z” film, the co-op zombie shooter video game will launch its…

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The ultimate zombie-killing crossover is on the horizon as “World War Z” has announced the release date for its upcoming…

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Ubisoft Shake-Up: Layoffs, Studio Closures Begin in Major Reorg; Six Games Canceled, Including ‘Prince of Persia’ Remake

Other variety.com · 2026-01-21

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After weeks of speculation following reported studio closures and rounds of layoffs, French video game publisher Ubisoft announced Wednesday it is launching a reorganization of the company that will see operations divided into five “Creative Houses,” each focused on a specific creative genre. As a result,…

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After weeks of speculation following reported studio closures and rounds of layoffs, French video game publisher Ubisoft announced…

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Jason Statham’s ‘Shelter’ Movie Launches Fortnite Game Ahead of Theatrical Release

Other variety.com · 2026-01-21

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Jason Statham’s upcoming action-thriller “Shelter” has launched a game experience in Fortnite ahead of the Ric Roman Waugh-directed film’s Jan. 30 theatrical release. The game is 1–4 player co-op roguelike experience that places players alongside Statham’s “Shelter” character,…

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Jason Statham’s upcoming action-thriller “Shelter” has launched a game experience in Fortnite ahead of the Ric Roman…

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New York Times Games Launches ‘Crossplay,’ Its First Two-Player Word Game

Other variety.com · 2026-01-21

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The New York Times is adding a new game to its wheelhouse: “Crossplay,” a two-player word game where participants can build words off one another, earn points and compete to win. The directions are simple. Players start with seven letters (hidden from their opponent, of course) they can play. The more rare…

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The New York Times is adding a new game to its wheelhouse: “Crossplay,” a two-player word game where participants can build…

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‘Life Is Strange: Reunion’ Revealed, March Release Date Set (Gaming News Roundup)

Other variety.com · 2026-01-20

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The long-awaited conclusion to Max and Chloe’s story arrives March 26 on Xbox Series X|S and PC. “Life is Strange: Reunion” marks the first time both iconic characters serve as co-leads, offering alternating perspectives as they investigate a mysterious fire threatening Caledon University.…

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The long-awaited conclusion to Max and Chloe’s story arrives March 26 on Xbox Series X|S and PC. “Life is Strange:…

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Cineverse Launches ‘Return to Silent Hill’ Alternate Reality Game Ahead of Film’s Release (EXCLUSIVE)

Other variety.com · 2026-01-16

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Ahead of the Jan. 23 release of “Return to Silent Hill,” distributor Cineverse is taking an unconventional approach to film marketing, launching an Alternate Reality Game (ARG) to catch fire with horror fans across social media. The campaign drops cryptic clues, exclusive clips and hidden lore across…

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Ahead of the Jan. 23 release of “Return to Silent Hill,” distributor Cineverse is taking an unconventional approach to film…

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‘Subway Surfers’ Sets Sequel Game, ‘Subway Surfers City,’ Releasing in February

Other variety.com · 2026-01-15

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Popular mobile game “Subway Surfers” has announced the upcoming launch of its sequel, “Subway Surfers City.” Debuting globally on Feb. 26, “Subway Surfers City” reimagines the original 2012 game’s train-track chase with an upgraded art style, new gameplay mechanics and modes,…

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Popular mobile game “Subway Surfers” has announced the upcoming launch of its sequel, “Subway Surfers City.”…

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2K’s ‘Civilization 7’ to Launch Across Apple Devices in February (Gaming News Roundup)

Other variety.com · 2026-01-14

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The Apple Arcade version of 2K Games’ “Sid Meier’s Civilization 7” is set to launch next month. The Firaxis Games-developed turn-based strategy game, which debuted to mixed reviews last February, will be available to play on iPhone, iPad and Mac as of Feb. 5 Per Apple’s description for the…

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The Apple Arcade version of 2K Games’ “Sid Meier’s Civilization 7” is set to launch next month. The Firaxis…

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Zohran Mamdani’s Head of NYC Media and Entertainment Office on Meeting With SAG-AFTRA, Bringing Projects Back From Europe: ‘We Are Prioritizing the Workers Who Run These Productions’

Other variety.com · 2026-01-14

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Zohran Mamdani’s newly appointed commissioner of the New York City Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment, Rafael Espinal, has already lined up a meeting with Gotham-based SAG-AFTRA leadership to find out what the department could be doing to better serve the actors’ union as it enters new…

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Zohran Mamdani’s newly appointed commissioner of the New York City Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment, Rafael Espinal,…