The move comes days after the removal of popular Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov.
BBC World reports: Zelensky sacks Ukraine's top army commander after days... — this has global implications.
Call of Duty Season 5 arrives in Black Ops 7 and Warzone on July 23, and Activision has revealed the full contents of the season's new battle pass. The Season 5 battle pass includes over a hundred items to earn across free and premium tiers. This content introduces two new gun...
GameSpot reports: Call of Duty Season 5 Battle Pass Adds... — this may set a new standard for the genre.
Rare earth elements like lanthanum, neodymium and dysprosium are used to build the electric motor in your car, the LED lights in your house and the MRI machine at your doctor's office. But first, they have to be mined and separated from each other. Historically, that purificat...
The big picture: Atomic channels can separate rare earth elements from... — challenges existing scientific assumptions.
Biomedical engineers at Brown University have developed a fully automated workflow that simplifies and accelerates the preparation of bacterial samples for genetic sequencing. The method, dubbed Pathogen2Read, streamlines a critical bottleneck in the genetic sequencing process...
Phys.org reports: Researchers develop automated system to accelerate outbreak detection... — this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
The Britpop anthem found a new generation of fans during the World Cup. After World Cup, Oasis’ “Wonderwall” Returns to Hot 100 for First Time in Nearly 30 Years Alex Krinsky
Consequence of Sound reports: After World Cup, Oasis’ “Wonderwall” Returns to Hot... — this could define this era of music.
Apple’s new flagship iPhone 18 Pro and companion models are expected to be unveiled this fall, following the same pattern the company has kept for years. Here’s when to expect the iPhone 18 Pro announcement and release date, plus details on the lineup.
The big picture: iPhone 18 Pro release date: Here’s when Apple’s... — reshapes the tech landscape.
Buzz is a group chat platform for the workplace that puts humans and their AI agents in the same conversation.
Why it matters: Jack Dorsey is taking on Slack with Buzz,... is one to watch for the industry.
Goldman Sachs is launching a new alternative investments platform aimed at giving wealthy clients and family offices direct stakes in private companies.
CNBC reports: Goldman Sachs creates private markets platform as rich... — this could affect investors and consumers alike.
Starting on July 24, the Colombian singer/songwriter hits the road with tour dates across the United States.
The big picture: Karol G 2026: Here’s Where to Get Last-Minute... — is making waves across platforms.
In the first trailer for “The Real Housewives of New York City” Season 16, Carole Radziwill is confronted about her name appearing in the Epstein files. During the preview, which teases Radziwill’s return to the show after last appearing on Season 10 — as Variety exclusively r...
Variety reports: Carole Radziwill Confronted About Jeffrey Epstein Connection in... — this could reshape the box office conversation.
Jared Palmer had joined Xbox from Microsoft's CoreAI division
Why it matters: New Xbox VP Helping CEO With ‘Our Most... is generating hype in the community.
Iñaki Intxaurbe, a researcher at the EHU-University of the Basque Country, analyzed the distribution of images in nine caves in the Basque Country using network-based analysis and statistical techniques.
Why it matters: Animals in prehistoric paintings reveal hidden pattern across... adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
Children involved in private family law proceedings in England can experience serious harm to their mental and physical health because their voices are too often ignored or dismissed, according to new research led by the University of Manchester in partnership with SHERA Resea...
Phys.org reports: Family courts must do more to hear children's... — this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
Over the past decade, streaming platforms competed by dominating individual formats like music, video, podcasts, or audiobooks. Now, as AI makes it easier to create, organize, and recommend content, those distinctions are fading, pushing companies like Spotify, Netflix, YouTub...
The big picture: AI and the rise of the universal entertainment... — signals a shift in how we use technology.
Get ready to go back to summer camp! The new trailer for “Camp Rock 3” invites audiences back into the world of the beloved Disney franchise 18 years after the previous installment. Premiering Aug. 13 on Disney Channel, followed by its Disney+ debut the following day, “Camp Ro...
Variety reports: ‘Camp Rock 3’ Trailer: The Jonas Brothers Search... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
Sila's fresh $300 million round will help it make enough of its silicon-carbon anode material to power more than 100,000 EVs.
TechCrunch reports: Bucking EV slowdown, Sila raises $300M to expand... — this reshapes the tech landscape.
EXCLUSIVE: National Geographic was hit by this morning’s latest round of Disney layoffs and one of its longest serving executives was one of those affected. Charlie Parsons, SVP, Development at the factual brand, is exiting as part of the cuts. Parsons has been with the broadc...
Deadline reports: Nat Geo’s Charlie Parsons Exits After Over 15... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
Cameron Hamilton defended the agency last year when President Trump talked about eliminating it. Emergency managers hope for more stability if he’s confirmed as administrator.
Why it matters: Cameron Hamilton Poised to Lead FEMA Once More advances our understanding of the world.
The great French actor endures a brutal day on set in the latest visual for Charli’s Music, Fashion, Film
Why it matters: Charli XCX Keeps the ‘Camera’ Rolling on Vincent... is making waves across platforms.
After years of gaming on PC, these are the five accessories I keep coming back to for their comfort, performance, and reliability.
ZDNet reports: 5 gaming accessories I refuse to play without — this reshapes the tech landscape.
“We’re picking away at that as a script right now” The post ‘Rick And Morty’ film in the pipeline, creator confirms appeared first on NME.
The big picture: ‘Rick And Morty’ film in the pipeline, creator... — shows where the music business is headed.
These are the wearables, scales, and apps I found most useful. While my iPhone and Apple Watch were core to everything, I also have Android recommendations.
Why it matters: I lost over 100 pounds for an 80-mile... is one to watch for the industry.
Scientists studying space weather are turning to human volunteers rather than artificial intelligence to help sort through hundreds of thousands of images of the Arctic sky. The Clear Skies—Kiruna project is asking members of the public to look at pictures of the sky above Kir...
Why it matters: Human eyes needed, not AI, to study the... challenges existing scientific assumptions.
EXCLUSIVE: Sony Pictures has boarded the adaptation of Alex Michaelides’ New York Times bestselling first novel The Silent Patient. The studio joins Annapurna and Plan B, who are set to produce. Sources tell Deadline that project is being fast-tracked, with hopes to add a writ...
Why it matters: Sony, Annapurna And Plan B Team On Feature... is generating industry buzz.
Step through the Dark Portal with Magik’s Character Guide!Bring Limbo into the fight by dominating the art of Dark Portals and the Soulsword! Master her up-close and personal fight style filled with risks and high rewards for those who are brave enough to embrace it. MAR...
The big picture: MARVEL Tokon: Fighting Souls – Official Magik Character... — reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
This week's Five Burning Questions looks at the initial returns for the rap superstar's feature-less latest LP.
Bottom line from Billboard: this is making waves across platforms.
Substack will now help users determine whether what they're reading may have been written by AI. A new tool coming to the platform can scan posts, notes, replies, and comments to provide an estimate of how much text could be AI-generated or written with AI assistance, accordin...
Why it matters: Substack adds an AI detector to help spot... may redefine how we interact with devices.
In only his second major TV series role after his Emmy-nominated turn on HBO’s Westworld, Ed Harris stars alongside Annette Bening and opposite Yellowstone alums Kelly Reilly and Cole Hauser in Dutton Ranch, Paramount+’s offshoot from Taylor Sheridan’s hugely popular neo-Weste...
Why it matters: Ed Harris Returning To ‘Dutton Ranch’ For Season... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Every weekday, the Investing Club releases the Homestretch; an actionable afternoon update just in time for the last hour of trading.
CNBC reports: Apple prepares a new way to buy iPhones.... — this signals changing business strategies.
African sleeping sickness and related diseases can be treated only with toxic and sometimes ineffective drugs. Now, University of Connecticut researchers show in Nucleic Acids Research that a crucial enzyme could be the key to safer, more effective medicines.
The big picture: Sleeping sickness parasite reveals enzyme weak spot that... — adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
Recent U.S. Supreme Court terms have seen justices openly accuse one another of rewriting statutes, ignoring precedent and substituting policy preferences for law. Whether in disputes over presidential immunity, administrative power, nationwide injunctions or transgender right...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this opens new research frontiers.
The coalition of companies aims to address a growing labor shortage by promoting careers in the skilled trades, the firms said.
Bottom line from CNBC: this could affect investors and consumers alike.
The upcoming “Monarch: Legacy of Monsters” prequel at Apple TV has added three new cast members. Variety has confirmed that Corey Stoll (“Imperfect Women,” “Appropriate,” “Billions”), Ralph Inneson (“The Witch,” “The Fantastic Four: First Steps”), and Nyasha Hatendi (“Agatha C...
Bottom line from Variety: this is generating industry buzz.
The two stars reprised their roles as Red, daughter of the Queen of Hearts, and Chloe, daughter of Cinderella, for the fifth movie in the franchise.
Why it matters: ‘Descendants: Wicked Wonderland’ Stars Malia Baker, Kylie Cantrall... signals where Hollywood is headed.
Today Bloomberg reported that Apple is about to launch a new ‘Apple Upgrade’ leasing program for hardware. It will let you buy new Apple products on a monthly subscription, but there’s one reported limitation that I hope doesn’t come to fruition.
9to5Mac reports: Apple’s new hardware subscription sounds great, except for... — this is one to watch for the industry.
The grants go toward researching new fabrics including bacteria-grown fiber, spider-silk substitutes, and gene-edited cotton.
Fortune reports: Lauren Sánchez Bezos put $34 million behind reinventing... — this could affect investors and consumers alike.
A field experiment with 1,559 Pakistani judges found that the AI assistant JudgeGPT boosted case resolution by 6.3 percent. The catch: only judges who got hands-on training saw gains. Without it, the effect mostly disappeared. The researchers estimate a return of up to $38.50 ...
The big picture: An AI system helped Pakistani judges clear massive... — pushes the boundary of what machines can do.
Richard M. Rawlings Jr, a second-generation cinematographer with four career Emmy noms whose credits range from the original Charlie’s Angels to L.A. Law, Gilmore Girls and Desperate Housewives, has died. He was 82. The American Society of Cinematographers confirmed the news b...
Why it matters: Richard M. Rawlings Dies: ‘Charlie’s Angels’ & ‘Desperate... reflects evolving audience tastes.
Little House on the Prairie has been finding more viewers on Netflix after its modest launch. The frontier drama series, based on Laura Ingalls Wilder’s book series, leapt to No. 1 in Netflix’s English-language television ratings in its second week with 9.8 million views. This...
Why it matters: Netflix’s ‘Little House On The Prairie’ Gathers Steam... reflects evolving audience tastes.
The company donated more than $3.6 million to conservative groups between 2020 and 2025, including $1 million to the MAGA Inc. super PAC.
Bottom line from Wired: this signals a shift in how we use technology.
Dogs are humans' best friends in many places across the globe. But does a dog in New York City respond in the same way as a dog in Kyoto or Buenos Aires?
Phys.org reports: Understudied dogs may reshape what science knows about... — this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
In much of Asia, the effects of climate change are felt through an increased frequency of extreme weather events, especially water-related ones. Droughts are becoming more common in mainland Southeast Asia, while periods with unusually large amounts of rainfall are increasing ...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
Rolling Stone obtained meeting notes highlighting how Jay Bhattacharya created a crisis trying to appease the White House
Bottom line from Rolling Stone: this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
Games like Stardew Valley have fully taken root on PC, so now we're thoroughly spoiled for choice on new games to plant parsnips in.
The big picture: The best farm sims and games like Stardew... — is generating hype in the community.
Nintendo says Switch buyers got what they paid for, urges court to dismiss lawsuit.
Ars Technica reports: Nintendo customers have no legal right to tariff... — this is one to watch for the industry.
The move strips public visibility into gender and racial makeup at large U.S. companies by getting rid of a data tool used since 1966.
Fortune reports: Federal civil rights agency votes to scrap 60-year-old... — this could affect investors and consumers alike.
The notorious New Jersey deli fraud case led to losses of more than $5 million for victims that included two U.S. universities.
Why it matters: $100M New Jersey deli fraudster James Patten sentenced... hints at where the money is moving.
Things are sounding bad over at Splitgate developer 1047 Games once again. After launching Empulse last month, a wall-running, quite Titanfall-esque FPS with mechs game that James had some fun with, it appears that layoffs have taken place at the studio, marking the third roun...
Rock Paper Shotgun reports: Less than a month after launching Empulse, it... — this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
Pat Gelsinger wants to pave the way to ever more powerful artificial intelligence using tiny beams of light.
The big picture: This Former Intel CEO Wants to Jumpstart Moore’s... — signals a shift in how we use technology.
The flagship index for bond investors has some idiosyncracies bond investors should be aware of, experts say.
Bottom line from CNBC: this could affect investors and consumers alike.
Cheap Trick have expanded their 2026 "All Washed Up" Tour with 10 newly announced US dates. Cheap Trick Add Fall 2026 Dates to “All Washed Up” Tour Alex Krinsky
Why it matters: Cheap Trick Add Fall 2026 Dates to “All... could define this era of music.
Seventeen years after his breakout on the TV competition, the singer reflects on fronting Queen, returning to the stage and his new album 'Adam.'
Hollywood Reporter reports: How Adam Lambert Outlasted ‘American Idol’ — this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Following its release on the platform in the spring, Netflix’s original animated feature film Swapped, featuring the voices of Michael B. Jordan and Juno Temple, has cracked the top 10 of the streamer’s most popular movie list. The film comes in at No. 10 for the week with 139...
Deadline reports: Michael B. Jordan Animated Pic ‘Swapped’ Breaks Into... — this could reshape the box office conversation.
From Universal Pictures and Blumhouse Atomic Monster, the film is set to release in theaters Oct. 9.
Why it matters: ‘Other Mommy’ Trailer: Jessica Chastain Returns to Horror... signals where Hollywood is headed.
U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer telegraphed that the Trump administration could impose new tariffs just as other duties are set to expire.
Why it matters: White House teases new trade action 'soon' as... hints at where the money is moving.
More than '50% of traffic on the Internet is now non-human,' according to Cloudflare's report, which also highlights Google's 'unique role' in AI-sloppifying cyberspace
Kotaku reports: Google AI Is Killing The Human Internet, According... — this signals what players want next.
A new study from The University of Manchester has offered the most comprehensive look to date at how the U.K. coordinates its response to economic crime, identifying the structural challenges that make this difficult to do well. The study examines the tensions that make these ...
Why it matters: Fragmented system hampering UK response to economic crime,... could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
Controlling interactions between molecules and their functions from the molecular level to the macroscopic scale is challenging in supramolecular and materials chemistry. To this end, a research team led by associate professor Yosuke Tani from WPI-ITbM at Nagoya University and...
The big picture: Vapor-controlled supramolecules can switch color, glow and phase — opens new research frontiers.
I’ve been buying Samsung foldables for years now, but the Galaxy Z Fold 7 is the first one that, as a reviewer, I’ve actually managed to keep in my pocket all year long. And, after all of that time, I’ve got a lot of thoughts on where Samsung fell short, what it got right, and...
The big picture: Review: After a year with Galaxy Z Fold... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
The Space Development Agency announced partnerships with two companies worth up to $1.75 billion total, to develop 36 satellites for the Trump administration’s Golden Dome missile-defense initiative.
Space.com reports: Space Force orders 36 more Golden Dome missile-tracking... — this opens new research frontiers.
The Los Angeles-based, Canadian dancer elaborates on her full World Cup experience alongside Shakira.
Billboard reports: Viral Dancer Enola Bedard on Joining Shakira at... — this shows where the music business is headed.
Elle Fanning, Jamie Bell, Callum Turner, Lukas Gage, Riley Keough, and Tracy Letts are all excellent in Karim Aïnouz's stilted domestic satire, but that's not enough to make it really prick.
The big picture: ‘Rosebush Pruning’ Review: This Ravishing Yet Perverse Family... — signals where Hollywood is headed.
Red Hook Studios surprised Darkest Dungeon fans by announcing new DLC for the first game years after a sequel was already released. It's titled The Fire's Edge and will be out in August. Darkest Dungeon exited early access in 2016 and last received DLC in May 2020. In the s...
The big picture: Darkest Dungeon Is Getting New DLC, Even Though... — reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
A new nonprofit wants to streamline gene therapy for diseases often avoided by pharmaceutical companies — making treatment more like a routine procedure than a bespoke drug.
Why it matters: ‘Too Rare to Care’? A New Center for... could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
Apple reportedly fixed the Hide My Email vulnerability that left iCloud+ users' emails not especially hidden.
The big picture: Apple has reportedly fixed its Hide My Email... — is one to watch for the industry.
The Anubis ransomware gang has claimed responsibility for the cyberattack on Coca-Cola's Fairlife dairy subsidiary, threatening to publish allegedly stolen corporate data unless the company pays a ransom. [...]
The big picture: Anubis ransomware claims Coca-Cola Fairlife attack, threatens data... — highlights growing cyber threats.
Andy Cohen will host the revealing interviews with Amanda Batula, Kyle Cooke, Lindsay Hubbard and the rest of season one's cast.
The big picture: ‘In the City’ Concludes With Two-Part Reunion: Where... — is generating industry buzz.
After defeating Mary Bono’s effort to stop paying her royalties, Cher is now stuck with a hefty legal bill it took to win the case.
Why it matters: Cher Spent $1M in Legal Bills Fighting Sonny... reflects the changing sound of the industry.
The acquisition — Einride's first as a publicly traded company — will expand its EV-charging ecosystem as it works to scale its electric trucking business.
TechCrunch reports: Einride bets $38M on EV charging as it... — this could change how developers build software.
The new facility will be constructed on the Upper West Side, where Ackman has just purchased two buildings for a planned 700,000 square foot institute.
Fortune reports: A family crisis inspired Bill Ackman to spend... — this could affect investors and consumers alike.
'Cats' saw a $60,000 increase in grosses after announcing its August closing.
The big picture: Broadway Box Office: ‘Proof’ Plays Final Performance, ‘Cats’... — could reshape the box office conversation.
EXCLUSIVE: Will Smith looks to have found the first co-star for his next film, as sources tell Deadline that I Play Rocky star AnnaSophia Robb is set to join Smith in the Amazon MGM Studios and Miramax thriller Supermax. David Gordon Green is directing the pic. Deadline report...
The big picture: ‘I Play Rocky’ Actor AnnaSophia Robb To Co-Star... — may set a new benchmark for the genre.
The essence of Spider-Man can be boiled down to one phrase, and it was written down at the end of his first appearance in 1962’s Amazing Fantasy #15 (albeit in a slightly, wordier form): With Great Power, Comes Great Responsibility. That statement means that Spider-Man must al...
Why it matters: Final Spider-Man: Brand New Day Trailer Confirms Peter... taps into what audiences want right now.
Macron wants the movie active by September, but it faces a constitutional review and thorny questions over age verification and existing accounts.
Bottom line from Fortune: this signals changing business strategies.
The latest song from the King Ultramega collective's ongoing tribute to the late Soundgarden frontman. Chris Cornell Tribute Project Unveils “Birth Ritual” Featuring Lzzy Hale and Matt Cameron: Stream Langdon Hickman
Bottom line from Consequence of Sound: this shows where the music business is headed.
Plus, Future reaches a milestone 50 top 10s on Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs.
The big picture: Future Ties Drake & The Temptations’ No. 1... — reflects the changing sound of the industry.
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on Tuesday said that the ongoing outbreak of cyclosporiasis is "under control" despite criticism.
CNBC reports: RFK Jr. says cyclospora outbreak is 'under control' — this signals changing business strategies.
Prosecutors began to lay out the evidence against the 21-year-old singer, who's accused of murdering and dismembering the 14-year-old girl
Why it matters: Celeste Rivas Hernandez Was ‘Unrecognizable,’ Cop Who Saw... is making waves across platforms.
The sand used to build cities, roads and other infrastructure is being removed from many rivers faster than nature can replace it, according to a global review led by researchers from Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore).
Bottom line from Phys.org: this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
Stars and galaxies make up much of the universe's ordinary, observable matter. But for decades, scientists have wrestled with a cosmic conflict: There should be much more.
Bottom line from Phys.org: this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
"Connect ALL the engines!" exclaims Epic CEO Tim Sweeney.
PC Gamer reports: For the first time, Unity demonstrates 'an Unreal... — this signals what players want next.
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A Russian-speaking actor, "Trim," dismantled publicly available frontier models and integrated them with offensive security tools.
Bottom line from Dark Reading: this highlights growing cyber threats.
Nick Offerman is sitting in what looks like a large closet. We’re on Zoom to discuss his two Emmy nominations — for his role of Vice President Chester A. Arthur in Netflix limited series Death by Lightning; and for Apple TV’s comedy series Margo’s Got Money Troubles, in which ...
Bottom line from Deadline: this is generating industry buzz.
This new $200 X-Files Lego set includes perhaps the weirdest minifig character I've seen in a long time...
The big picture: Excuse Me, Wait, We’re Getting A Flukeman From... — is generating hype in the community.
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Why it matters: Palworld players have harnessed the power of selective... could shake up the gaming landscape.
St. Lucia, Porto Santo, Praslin and Syros are the among the top island escapes to travel to this year, according to Expedia’s 2026 Island Hot List, an annual ranking of the most popular island destinations based on searches and bookings. Released July 21, this year’s Island Ho...
The big picture: Expedia Reveals 2026 ‘Island Hot List,’ With St.... — may set a new benchmark for the genre.
After using CarPlay for years and testing dozens of apps, we've narrowed down the list of CarPlay apps you really need.
Why it matters: We tested dozens of free CarPlay apps, here... may redefine how we interact with devices.
A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket carrying 24 Starlink satellites launched from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California on Tuesday (July 21), a day after aborting its first liftoff attempt.
Space.com reports: SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket sends Starlink satellites to... — this advances our understanding of the world.
The EGOT winner praised Bang & Olufsen as one of his favorite audio brands: “As a longtime owner of their products, I've always been drawn to the way they combine beautiful sound with timeless design.”
Why it matters: John Legend Inks Two-Year Deal to Join Bang... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Sometimes a small change can make a big impact. That’s especially true for Apple’s latest TestFlight update for users with a lot of pre-release software.
9to5Mac reports: Apple just improved TestFlight for users with a... — this is one to watch for the industry.
“Even in the hands of an established director, AI slop looks indistinguishable from everyone else’s AI slop” The post ‘District 9’ director Neill Blomkamp criticised over AI zombie movie appeared first on NME.
Why it matters: ‘District 9’ director Neill Blomkamp criticised over AI... reflects the changing sound of the industry.
The annual Whitefish, Montana, gathering expertly blended country with Americana artists on a ranch in view of the northern Rockies
Bottom line from Rolling Stone: this could define this era of music.
The Odyssey is the fifth consecutive film that Göransson has scored that has become a certified blockbuster.
Bottom line from Billboard: this shows where the music business is headed.
Shares of Elon Musk's electric vehicle company are expected to see a sharp swing after Tesla rolls out its quarterly report.
Why it matters: Tesla shares poised for biggest earnings move in... could affect investors and consumers alike.
Add a little "Touch of Grey" to your cart with this limited-edition drop of deadhead selects
Why it matters: Still ‘Truckin’: Vineyard Vines Just Dropped Its Second... taps into a cultural moment.
Ubisoft has confirmed that it will share what's next for Ghost Recon when it celebrates the series' 25th anniversary on August 6. This comes after several reports and rumors about upcoming Ghost Recon games emerged over the past month. On July 20, Insider Gaming reported on...
The big picture: Ubisoft Reacts To Ghost Recon Leaks, Promises News... — may set a new standard for the genre.
Bisignano denied allegations The Wall Street Journal reported that he surveilled his colleagues while working at JPMorgan more than a decade ago.
Bottom line from CNBC: this could affect investors and consumers alike.
Feeding a growing global population is no longer enough. Scientists say the next generation of crops must also deliver better nutrition while withstanding the increasing impacts of climate change.
Phys.org reports: Researchers call for a shift in crop development... — this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announced the reclassification of the Aʻeo, or Hawaiian stilt (Himantopus mexicanus knudseni), from endangered to threatened under the Endangered Species Act, a rare and hopeful milestone for a native Hawaiian species. The change, published i...
Why it matters: Hawaiian stilt reclassified from endangered to threatened after... opens new research frontiers.
The new leasing program is a big change for the hardware company, and comes as it looks to raise prices on many of its products.
The big picture: Apple teams up with Klarna to launch a... — is one to watch for the industry.
NatGeo's Pompeii: Out of Time fuses historical fact and imagination to bring city's last 24 hours to life.
Why it matters: Let Tom Hiddleston be your guide to Pompeii's... may redefine how we interact with devices.
The JPMorgan CEO says leaders get into trouble when their insecurity discourages employees from delivering bad news.
The big picture: Jamie Dimon says insecurity, not ego, is what... — could affect investors and consumers alike.
The three-hour epic and Nolan’s $6 billion personal box office record show how the director is his own franchise and a counter to the AI age.
The big picture: ‘He’s an analog man in a digital AI... — hints at where the money is moving.
Multiple employees say they've been let go in a new round of cuts.
PC Gamer reports: Splitgate studio 1047 Games is laying off more... — this signals what players want next.
I am a very clumsy man. So clumsy, that I have AirTags hanging off practically every camera I own. Have I left my camera in an Uber? Yes. Have I left it on an airplane? Also yes. For me, finder tags are essential for my cameras. The problem is, strapping a finder tag to a […]
Bottom line from The Verge: this may redefine how we interact with devices.
Scientists at the Peter MacCallum Cancer Center have uncovered new insights into how cells regulate DNA methylation, a fundamental process that helps keep potentially harmful viral elements in our genome under control.
Phys.org reports: New insights into how DNA, the body's instruction... — this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
The self-regulatory body for financial brokerages has been plagued by concerns about conflict of interest, raising questions about whether it's the right model for AI.
Why it matters: A FINRA for AI? The idea from Google... may shift market dynamics.
Broadway box office slumped a bit last week with a slightly thinner roster and some of the longer-running productions taking their hits and ever-popular Oh, Mary! showing the strain of new star Meg Stalter missing some performances and Every Brilliant Thing‘s recent arrival Tr...
Deadline reports: ‘Oh, Mary!’ Dips During Meg Stalter Absence; ‘Every... — this signals where Hollywood is headed.
A US-brokered agreement should see Israeli troops pulling out of a small part of Lebanon occupied during their conflict with Hezbollah.
Why it matters: Lebanese army says troops deploying in 'pilot zone'... could reshape the global order.
The Dink is a new film premiering on Apple TV later this week from producer Ben Stiller, and the first reviews have just arrived. Here’s what reviewers are saying.
Why it matters: Apple TV’s new comedy from Ben Stiller is... signals a shift in how we use technology.
New data centers built through 2033 could consume as much electricity as India uses today.
The big picture: Data centers expected to use 4x more electricity... — signals a shift in how we use technology.
Harry Styles has been forced to cancel his third performance on his Together, Together tour in São Paulo, due to an unspecified “tour illness,” Live Nation Brazil said in a statement on social media. “We deeply regret to share that the Harry Styles show on Tuesday, July 21, 20...
Why it matters: Harry Styles Cancels São Paulo Concert Due To... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
The company didn't say how many are in each city and has taken a far more cautious approach to scaling the network than CEO Elon Musk had promised.
Why it matters: Tesla spins up robotaxi pilots in Orlando and... reshapes the tech landscape.
The Trump administration is undoing fuel-saving efforts even as war in Iran, data centers and heat waves are pushing up gasoline and electricity costs.
Why it matters: The U.S. Is Pulling Back on Energy Efficiency advances our understanding of the world.
The Mary Morello Memorial Project supports a variety of social justice causes. Tom Morello Launches Mary Morello Memorial Project in Honor of His Late Mother Langdon Hickman
Why it matters: Tom Morello Launches Mary Morello Memorial Project in... is making waves across platforms.
Paramount Skydance's plan to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery has hit yet another snag, as a judge has issued a two-week pause on its planned acquisition. After a coalition of 12 state attorneys--led by California Attorney General Rob Bonta--argued that the merger would violate ...
Why it matters: Warner Bros. Acquisition Is Stuck In Legal Limbo... signals what players want next.
A team of NASA-sponsored scientists and engineers has developed a novel approach to observing high-energy particles in the near-Earth space environment, incorporating miniaturized sensors into a compact, multiview particle-detection instrument unlike any before it.
Why it matters: A new compact instrument enables high-fidelity measurements of... adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
Researchers have developed a new type of optical fiber by freezing a glass capillary filled with liquid. It guides light and sound waves simultaneously and enables highly efficient coupling between them. The high coupling strength lowers the energy consumption of photonic neur...
The big picture: Frozen fiber couples light and sound 1,000 times... — challenges existing scientific assumptions.
The Comedy Central brand will soon be releasing a vertical spoofing both the state of U.S. politics and the soapy, uber-dramatic microdrama format.
Why it matters: ‘The Daily Show’s First Microdrama Will Feature a... signals where Hollywood is headed.
The season 16 trailer, which dropped Tuesday, also sees Radziwill questioned about her past ties to Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this signals where Hollywood is headed.
Jason Patric tells IndieWire about his work with director James Foley on the now classic film noir, which will screen via Patric's personal print at the Roxy.
Why it matters: Critics Called ‘After Dark, My Sweet’ One of... signals where Hollywood is headed.
A story billions of miles and thousands of years in the making.
Space.com reports: Billions of miles and thousands of years in... — this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
Peacock’s exclusivity rules can affect Love Island USA contestants’ brand deals and outside television appearances
Why it matters: Love Island stars cant accept every post-villa offer.... may redefine how we interact with devices.
Our geometric intuition, long considered something that sets us apart, seems to be shared with other primates.
NY Times Science reports: Monkeys Understand Shapes in Almost the Same Way... — this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
EXCLUSIVE: A24 has Will Forte in talks to star in the David Mikalson-directed film Goblin. Forte joins Skyler Gisondo and Kenneth Branagh, the latter of whom will provide the voice of the title character in the outrageous comedy. Production is set for the fall as Mikalson clos...
The big picture: Will Forte Joins Skyler Gisondo & Kenneth Branagh... — reflects evolving audience tastes.
Christopher Nolan’s film adaptation of “The Odyssey” is a bona fide cultural phenomenon (sorry, trolls!), shattering box office projections with a $264.1 million worldwide gross its opening weekend, earning rave reviews from critics, unleashing a tidal wave of Oscar buzz and c...
Why it matters: Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’ Movie Is Making Gen... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Ezra Carlisle and Maria Bakalova co-star in Rebekah Fortune's whimsy-laced film, which recently premiered at Karlovy Vary.
The big picture: ‘Learning to Breathe Under Water’ Review: Rory Kinnear... — is generating industry buzz.
OpenAI has announced a new initiative called the ChatGPT for small business program. Meanwhile, the company touts reaching 10M ChatGPT Work and Codex users.
9to5Mac reports: OpenAI launches small business program as it touts... — this could change how developers build software.
New research from Washington State University could help grape growers improve nutrient use efficiency and develop a more accurate fertilizer budget, helping ensure high fruit quality, vineyard productivity and long-term economic and environmental sustainability.
Phys.org reports: Study shows nutrient loss in vineyards can be... — this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
Best Buy is having its second big summer sale. During Black Friday in July, save on unlocked iPhones, QLED TVs, headphones, and more.
Bottom line from Mashable: this could change how developers build software.
Inspired by Charli's recent foray into acting, the song finds Charli reveling in the vulnerability of being on camera. Charli XCX Breaks Down Her Pivot to Film in New Song “Camera”: Stream Paolo Ragusa
The big picture: Charli XCX Breaks Down Her Pivot to Film... — shows where the music business is headed.
DLSS 5 gets a second showing with Nvidia opening up the upscaler to object-level tweaking for developers with three different models.
The big picture: Nvidia shows off DLSS 5 with three AI... — is one to watch for the industry.
THR sent its only contributor who moonlights as a pickleball instructor to assess the film's depiction of America's favorite low-pressure racket sport — and the actors' real-life skills.
Why it matters: How Real Is the Pickleball in ‘The Dink’?... is generating industry buzz.
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