OpenAI is rolling out ChatGPT Health to everyone in the US on Thursday, allowing more people to connect their medical records and health-tracking information to the chatbot. During a briefing, Ashley Alexander, OpenAI's vice president of health product, says the company's mode...
The Verge reports: OpenAI is making big claims as it rolls... — this may redefine how we interact with devices.
Songs honored during the evening include "Made For More," "Altar," and "Goodbye Yesterday."
Billboard reports: BMI 2026 Christian Awards Honors Genre’s Top Songs,... — this shows where the music business is headed.
After staying flat as the U.S.-Iran war heated up again, equities tumbled on Thursday after oil prices crossed $100 per barrel.
The big picture: Shortsighted stock market can no longer brush off... — may shift market dynamics.
Whatnot Games has announced that its retro-inspired racing game Star Racer is coming to Nintendo Switch. A release window has not yet been announced. Inspired by classic sci-fi racers like F-Zero on the SNES, Star Racer blends high-speed racing with combat in a retro-styled pa...
Nintendo Everything reports: Star Racer announced for Nintendo Switch — this is generating hype in the community.
The European Commission claims that Google boosted its own apps and products to the top of search rankings to the detriment of its competitors.
The big picture: The EU Fines Google $1 Billion for Prioritizing... — signals a shift in how we use technology.
'Up to two' minutes' worth of ads in exchange for an hour of gaming
Kotaku reports: Xbox Has Started Testing Free Cloud Gaming With... — this is generating hype in the community.
"I've been living my life. ... I've been having a ball," she said during a recent Spaces.
Billboard reports: Cardi B Has This Response to Fans Who... — this could define this era of music.
The Iran-backed group, which previously announced a "maritime embargo" against Saudi Arabia, also claims to have hit another vessel.
The big picture: Yemen's Houthis attack Saudi tanker as US launches... — affects international relations.
CISA is warning that the Russian state-sponsored hacking group Laundry Bear, also known as Void Blizzard, is targeting organizations using Zimbra Collaboration email servers by combining phishing attacks with the exploitation of a now-patched Zimbra vulnerability. [...]
Bottom line from BleepingComputer: this highlights growing cyber threats.
The record industry has proposed labels for fully and partially AI-generated tracks on streaming services, but the implementation could take a while.
Bottom line from Billboard: this taps into a cultural moment.
It may be one generation behind, but the LG C5 OLED TV still offers plenty of reasons to pick one up, especially at this price during the Black Friday in July sale.
ZDNet reports: Best Buy is selling the LG C5 OLED... — this may redefine how we interact with devices.
.jpg)
Most of those evacuated were tourists from campsites around Arcachon Bay in France's Gironde region.
BBC World reports: France evacuates 20,000 as wildfires spread in south-west — this reflects broader geopolitical shifts.
Linux may be the most secure OS available, but it can always use extra security. BastionGuard 2 promises some serious security.
Bottom line from ZDNet: this could change how developers build software.
Mike Love, the last remaining original Beach Boy still in the touring lineup, is 85 years old, and has been struggling with health issues this year
Bottom line from Rolling Stone: this could define this era of music.
Scientists at the University of Lincoln have discovered a promising new way to help protect crops from one of climate change's growing threats to global food production—increasing soil salinity.
Phys.org reports: Training microbes to prepare soils for the impacts... — this advances our understanding of the world.
A mother's everyday speech habits have little bearing on her child's academic success, according to new research led by the University of York.
Phys.org reports: How mothers speak has little impact on children's... — this opens new research frontiers.
The new strategy that Amazon gaming exec Jeff Gattis talked to The Verge about last month is getting clearer now that Prime Video has added a new Games tab on Fire TV devices. With Prime Gaming, Amazon Game Studios, and Luna now combined into one organization, it's aiming at t...
The big picture: Amazon puts Luna cloud-streamed games like Fallout 4... — is one to watch for the industry.
The Manifest Business Debit Mastercard combines banking, payments, and financial tools for creators juggling multiple income streams.
Mashable reports: Mastercard puts its cards on creators with a... — this reshapes the tech landscape.
The Rockstar Game Workers Union (RGWU), which was formed earlier this year in response to the Grand Theft Auto 6 developer's massively controversial job cuts, now has "more members than it ever had before". Read more
Eurogamer reports: As layoff controversy continues, Rockstar union has 'more... — this may set a new standard for the genre.
Is Peter's picture still in newspapers or yearbooks? Maybe? Probably not? Who knows!?
Why it matters: Even Spider-Man: Brand New Day’s Director Isn’t Sure... could shake up the gaming landscape.
A record-setting plunge got her on ‘You Bet Your Life’ with Groucho Marx, followed by work in ‘Boy on a Dolphin,’ ‘Underwater Warrior’ and ‘Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea.’
The big picture: Zale Parry, Pioneering Scuba Diver and ‘Sea Hunt’... — reflects evolving audience tastes.
The Brussel-based International Union of Cinemas (UNIC), representing exhibitors in 39 European territories, has said the European Commission’s conditions for its recent approval of Paramount’s takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery should have gone further. The body was reacting ...
Why it matters: Euro Cinema Body UNIC Says EU Paramount-Warner Bros.... is generating industry buzz.
Microsoft has rolled out a test for its free, ad-supported version of cloud gaming. Select members of the Xbox Insider program can start testing this out today. As announced by Microsoft, ads play before people get into a session. The ads do not interrupt the gameplay exper...
GameSpot reports: Free, Ad-Supported Gaming Is Now Available On Xbox... — this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
On his new album Christian Name, a record rooted in faith, the songwriter processes the grief of his stillborn son
Rolling Stone reports: Charles Wesley Godwin Addresses the Most Heartbreaking Loss... — this could define this era of music.
Colman Domingo slammed Elon Musk’s plan for an AI-generated version of “The Odyssey.” “By historically accurate, he means whiter than Christmas at Cracker Barrel,” Domingo joked during his stint as guest host on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” on Wednesday night. “Of course, this is all ...
Why it matters: Colman Domingo Rips Elon Musk’s Plan for AI... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Ukraine's CERT has uncovered attacks distributing an archive containing the legitimate Notepad++ application and a malicious utility called LunchPoke disguised as a plugin to establish persistence. [...]
Why it matters: Hackers abuse Notepad++ plugins to stealthily install malware is a wake-up call for digital security.
Debuting at No. 2 is the latest volume of the manga adaptation of the popular online novel Shangri-La Frontier.
Why it matters: ‘One-Punch Man’ Vol. 37 Rises to No. 1... is making waves across platforms.
The country singer's upcoming Indianapolis dates quickly got snapped up, and fans can sign up for the official waitlist or shop resale
The big picture: Here’s Where You Can Still Find Garth Brooks... — could define this era of music.
The concert series will hit 30 cities across the United States this November and December. “Love Actually Live in Concert” Orchestral Tour Announced for 2026 Eddie Fu
Why it matters: “Love Actually Live in Concert” Orchestral Tour Announced... is making waves across platforms.
EXCLUSIVE: Here is the official announcement that Bridget Jones’s Diary and Bridget Jones’s Baby director Sharon Maguire has found her cast for unconventional love triangle comedy The Joy Of Sex, about how the famous 1970s love-making manual came about. Maguire has been pullin...
Deadline reports: Sharon Maguire Directing Colin Firth, Julianne Moore, Laura... — this is generating industry buzz.
THR breaks down every must-see panel and event as Hollywood and legions of fans descend again on San Diego.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this reflects evolving audience tastes.
As the worlds of entertainment and sports continue to overlap, Variety held its inaugural Sports & Entertainment Studio in New York, featuring Super Bowl-winning quarterback Russell Wilson, NASCAR legend Jimmie Johnson and ESPN studio analyst Jay Williams, as well as top execu...
Variety reports: Athletes and Execs Join Forces at Variety’s Inaugural... — this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
“What was the song of the sirens like?” When it comes to Oscar voters, like Odysseus, the answer is: “All the things you wanted to be.” The Oscar race for 2027 seems to have found its center of gravity, and its front-runner that will be shepherded under the Universal banner. C...
Why it matters: Oscar Voters Rave Over Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’... reflects evolving audience tastes.
EXCLUSIVE: In the first development on FX’s Shōgun in months, we can tell you that Rick Kumazawa (Grey’s Anatomy, You) is set for a recurring role in the Emmy-winning drama’s second season. Kumazawa is playing Gaspar; no further character details have been disclosed. Other pre...
Deadline reports: Rick Kumazawa Joins ‘Shōgun’ Season 2 As Recurring — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
The headlining tour is set to follow her outing supporting All Them Witches. Emma Ruth Rundle Announces Fall 2026 US Tour, Unveils Single “Enough”: Stream Langdon Hickman
Bottom line from Consequence of Sound: this could define this era of music.
The number of paid robotaxi miles traveled fell 36% in the second quarter, despite expanding to new cities, according to Tesla's own figures.
Why it matters: Tesla’s robotaxis are moving in reverse may redefine how we interact with devices.
European regulators fined Google $1 billion, alleging the company gives preferential treatment to its own services.
CNBC reports: Google slapped with $1 billion fine under landmark... — this reflects a broader economic trend.
David Bowie's song "Five Years," which Meta used in a supposedly inspiring advertisement, is about humans learning that they have five years left to live before the apocalypse.
Bottom line from TechCrunch: this signals a shift in how we use technology.
Kingdom Hearts might be beloved by millions of players around the world, but it apparently didn't have a lasting impact on arguably one of the most important people involved in its creation: former Walt Disney CEO Michael Eisner has admitted he can't remember why he approved t...
Why it matters: Former Disney CEO Michael Eisner can't remember why... reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
Mamadou Djouma Bah, 17, was arrested and sentenced to prison for exam fraud earlier this month.
The big picture: Teen jailed for exam cheating in Guinea dies... — reflects broader geopolitical shifts.
On the heels of groups like the Golden Globes adding Podcasts to their growing list of annual honors traditionally only focused on movies and tv shows, the Critics Choice Association has decided to add a whole new awards show dedicated to the ever-increasing visibility of “cre...
Deadline reports: Critics Choice Association Jumps Into Digital Space With... — this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
The major brought more than 40 music and music business majors from universities around the world to its New York headquarters for a week of talks with recording engineers, lawyers and others.
Bottom line from Billboard: this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
A group including the former England footballer write to the new PM telling him "we can afford it".
The big picture: Gary Lineker among millionaires asking Andy Burnham to... — could affect investors and consumers alike.
Apprentices in private, independent companies are more likely to fail their final exams, change contracts and not complete their training than apprentices who have contracts through a training agency.
Bottom line from Phys.org: this opens new research frontiers.
Fish, shellfish, maize, manioc, rice and even chicken eggs. Molecular residues preserved in more than 180 ceramic vessels from southern Brazil have made it possible to reconstruct what different communities were cooking more than a century ago, showing that access to food vari...
Phys.org reports: Ceramic vessels reveal how social inequalities were also... — this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
UPDATED with new trailer: Ahead of a Comic-Con Hall H appearance today by Zach Cregger, Sony has dropped a new trailer for Resident Evil, the Weapons helmer’s take on the iconic video game and the six-film franchise that started back in 2002. This comes as the new movie, from ...
Why it matters: ‘Resident Evil’ Trailer: Zach Cregger’s Take On Iconic... signals where Hollywood is headed.
The Dell 14 Plus laptop (Intel Core Ultra 9, 32GB, 1TB) is on sale at Dell for $999.99, down from the normal price of $2,049.99. That's a 51% discount.
Mashable reports: The Dell 14 Plus laptop is currently on... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
The US president says the landmark agreement to help Saudis develop nuclear energy is dependent on it joining the Abraham Accords.
Why it matters: Saudis must recognise Israel for nuclear deal, says... reflects broader geopolitical shifts.
Apple just announced that one of Apple TV’s first ever original series, The Morning Show, will be ending after season 5. Here are the details on the final season of The Morning Show.
9to5Mac reports: Apple announces The Morning Show is ending after... — this reshapes the tech landscape.
The deeper DC universe continues to be mined with this fall’s Clayface which is making a big, though secret (shhhh) splash here at San Diego Comic-Con this morning in DC’s Jim Lee and Friends panel taking place at 11:30am at Room 6DE in the Convention Center. The jumping off p...
Why it matters: ‘Clayface’ Hits Comic-Con: Director James Watkins Says DC’s... is generating industry buzz.
Google Cloud CEO Thomas Kurian told CNBC on Thursday that the company's existing customers are spending "roughly 50% more" than they've already committed.
CNBC reports: Google Cloud CEO Kurian says customers are spending... — this signals changing business strategies.
Why make the game better to sell more copies when you can just fleece diehard fans instead?
Why it matters: EA Sports FC 27 Just Revealed An Even... could shake up the gaming landscape.
Amazon is bringing Luna to the Prime Video streaming service, while Microsoft will test an ad-supported streaming of titles that people own.
CNBC reports: Amazon and Microsoft pivot cloud gaming strategies to... — this could affect investors and consumers alike.
EA today officially announced EA Sports FC 27, which is planned for both Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch. The game arrives on September 25, 2026. Kylian Mbappé is the cover stars for EA Sports FC 27’s standard version and Ultimate Edition. Jude Bellingham will be on the cover of ...
The big picture: EA Sports FC 27 coming to Nintendo Switch... — reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
The $55 billion leveraged buyout which will see Saudi Arabia, Silver Lake and Jared Kushner-founded investment firm Affinity Partners become the new owners of EA has been given the thumbs up by the European Commission. The body have ruled that the acquisition's ok as far as th...
The big picture: Saudi Arabia's $55 billion EA buyout approved by... — signals what players want next.
Yacht Club Games’ Jake Kaufman and Yuzo Koshiro composed the chirpy score The post ‘Mina The Hollower’ soundtrack is coming to vinyl for the first time appeared first on NME.
The big picture: ‘Mina The Hollower’ soundtrack is coming to vinyl... — could define this era of music.
Okoth Obado was found guilty of killing Sharon Otieno with whom he had had an affair.
The big picture: Ex-governor convicted of murdering a pregnant student in... — reflects broader geopolitical shifts.
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 to the Z Flip 7 will largely come down to refinement and value for money.
Bottom line from ZDNet: this could change how developers build software.
House oversight Chair James Comer said Jes Staley defended Jeffrey Epstein and encouraged JPMorgan to retain him despite internal red flags.
CNBC reports: House lawmakers grill former JPMorgan executive Jes Staley... — this may shift market dynamics.
Alex Claridge, owner of The Wilderness in Birmingham, said the proposal did not go far enough.
BBC Business reports: Business rate cut not enough, says Michelin-star chef — this reflects a broader economic trend.
Apple Photos gets a variety of exciting upgrades in iOS 27, including a new feature that’s long been on my wishlist: the ability to save a video frame as a photo.
Bottom line from 9to5Mac: this could change how developers build software.
"But honestly sing from whatever place your mind takes you to," the musician also said.
Why it matters: Noah Kahan Clears Up Commonly Misheard Lyrics That... is making waves across platforms.
The tech giant says selfie videos give users more options to sign in if they're ever locked out or don't have access to their usual phone or computer.
The big picture: Google will now let you sign in to... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
The proposed sale of Electronic Arts to an investor consortium led by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF) has cleared a major hurdle in the closing process. The European Commission announced today, July 23, that it has approved the merger, saying the deal does not rais...
Why it matters: EA Sale To Saudi Arabia Clears A Major... signals what players want next.
Every year, billions of migratory birds connect the world's continents, oceans and ecosystems as they undertake epic journeys between their foraging habitats and breeding grounds.
Why it matters: More than half of Earth's migratory bird species... could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
Xbox is rolling out a test for ad-supported cloud gaming that will be available on a voluntary basis for members of its fan-feedback community, Xbox Insiders. Beginning Thursday, Xbox Insiders with an Xbox account will have the option to try out the free, ad-supported experien...
Bottom line from Variety: this could reshape the box office conversation.
Oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) is the most common form of head and neck cancer, and the number of new cases is predicted to rise by 30% in the next decade. Despite decades of cancer research, treating OSCC remains a challenge. The five-year survival rate is approximately ...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
The future of the midsize pickup truck had been in flux, and the automaker said there will be a temporary production stoppage for the truck
Why it matters: As Honda CR-V leads U.S. sales, automaker teases... signals changing business strategies.
Free is always good — but there are restrictions.
Hollywood Reporter reports: Xbox Is Testing Out an Ad-Supported Way to... — this could reshape the box office conversation.
The hit Apple drama starring Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon returns with its final season in 2027. "We were so fortunate to craft the conclusion with intentionality, and honor these characters the way they deserve," says Aniston.
Hollywood Reporter reports: ‘The Morning Show’ to End With Season 5 — this could reshape the box office conversation.
The event will honor creators in the digital space across podcasts, scripted and unscripted series, documentary and informational shows, lifestyle content, game shows and sports series.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this reflects evolving audience tastes.
The Critics Choice Awards are getting into the creator business. The organization announced it will hold the inaugural Critics Choice Creator Awards, honoring the finest creators in the digital space across podcasts, scripted, unscripted, documentary, informational, lifestyle,...
Variety reports: Critics Choice Association Launches Inaugural Creator Awards for... — this could reshape the box office conversation.
The Last Cowboy, the Taylor Sheridan-produced reality show, has aired six seasons on Paramount-owned cable network CMT. Each season culminates in The Run for a Million, an arena-based elite horsemanship event that has a $1M prize. The Run for a Million is now coming to CBS. Th...
The big picture: CBS To Air Taylor Sheridan’s Equine Competition Special... — is generating industry buzz.
EXCLUSIVE: Verve has signed Leanna Billings, founder and CEO of Billings Productions, for representation. Billings is an executive producer on Off Campus, Prime Video’s hit romantic drama based on the bestselling book series by Elle Kennedy. Premiering in May, the show drew in...
Bottom line from Deadline: this signals where Hollywood is headed.
Monkey D. Luffy stands triumphant on the cover of an OFFICIAL SPECIAL EDITION issue of Den of Geek magazine coming to San Diego Comic-Con and AnimeNYC, providing anime fans with a sneak peek inside Netflix’s THE ONE PIECE, a bold new adaptation of Eiichiro Oda’s legendary saga...
Bottom line from Den of Geek: this is generating buzz across social media.
Xbox Insiders can stream games from their libraries for free in ad-supported streaming sessions starting today. The free streaming sessions are limited to games you already own, and sessions are capped at one hour. However, ads will only play "before sessions begin." It's also...
Bottom line from The Verge: this signals a shift in how we use technology.
"We have to do what we can to ensure that the country makes it through the challenges that we're dealing with here, and that is the message that we're going to be taking to colleges and universities."
Bottom line from Space.com: this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
Kingdom Hearts is such a significant part of many people's lives, but for former Disney CEO Michael Eisner, greenlighting the iconic Square Enix franchise was just another Tuesday. Eisner must have taken a trip through Castle Oblivion, because he seems to have forgotten why he...
Bottom line from GameSpot: this signals what players want next.
Both Tesla and Alphabet signaled higher spending as they invest in artificial intelligence.
The big picture: Tesla falls 13%, Alphabet sinks 7% as AI... — signals changing business strategies.
GM CFO Paul Jacobson says that the company's costs are expected to increase by $1.5 to $2 billion, primarily due to increasing memory chip costs. The move comes as the RAM shortage is affecting the automotive industry, right as cars are requiring more memory and storage due to...
Bottom line from Tom's Hardware: this could change how developers build software.
The new Resident Evil movie from Weapons director Zach Cregger is almost here, and in a new trailer, it looks like this film will have plenty of Easter eggs for eagle-eyed fans to spot. Cregger--who is a huge fan of the Capcom survival-horror series--has previously spoken abou...
GameSpot reports: The New Resident Evil Movie Already Looks Like... — this could shake up the gaming landscape.
Last week, Trump Media & Technology Group — which operates Truth Social, the U.S. president’s preferred platform for digital communications — said it will provide “immediate, verified access” to “the highest-ranking” accounts on Truth Social. That would let, say, financial ins...
Bottom line from Variety: this reflects evolving audience tastes.
Meet Billboard's Latin Up-And-Comer Artist of the Month for July.
Billboard reports: How Aria Vega Created a ‘Costeñita Core’ Movement... — this taps into a cultural moment.
Apple's newest iOS 27 public beta doesn't bring anything massive to the table, but there are some fun things to try.
Why it matters: 3 iOS 27 public beta 2 upgrades you... may redefine how we interact with devices.
Universal Pictures Content Group and Bleecker Street’s event cinema division Crosswalk have acquired International and North American rights to George Michael: The Faith Tour concert film. Universal Pictures Content Group will release the film internationally, and Bleecker Str...
Why it matters: ‘George Michael: The Faith Tour’ Concert Film Acquired... is generating industry buzz.
“How do you get to a moment like this? That’s a long story,” Jarvis Cocker says in the clip. “I’ll tell you it, if you’ve got the time” The post Trailer and one-night-only cinema release date announced for Pulp’s new ‘What Do You Do For An Encore’ film appeared first on NME.
Why it matters: Trailer and one-night-only cinema release date announced for... taps into a cultural moment.
After 11 years without a new entry, the Rhythm Heaven series finally returned with Rhythm Heaven Groove, which launched for Nintendo Switch on July 2. The release also marked the return of Japanese musician, composer, and producer Tsunku, who worked with Nintendo once again af...
Bottom line from Nintendo Everything: this could shake up the gaming landscape.
U.S. Treasury yields climbed on Wednesday, following oil prices higher, as traders also reacted to a slump in weekly claims for unemployment insurance.
CNBC reports: 10-year Treasury yield rises to highest since January... — this could affect investors and consumers alike.
Did the Master Chief pinball around the inside of a shuttle and kill all his fellow marines?
The big picture: The Funniest Change In The Halo Remake Clears... — is generating hype in the community.
The representation deal comes on the heels of Alakai and Trinity Tatum's victorious run on season eight of the Peacock reality dating show.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this signals where Hollywood is headed.
The Amazon founder worth $267 billion may chip in for a minority purchase of the British soccer team, while a wave of U.S. billionaires buy up clubs abroad.
Why it matters: Amazon’s Jeff Bezos could be the latest American... could affect investors and consumers alike.
"We understand this is a change from how we’ve operated in the past, and we appreciate your flexibility as we implement these new measures," producers write in email to publicists
Why it matters: ‘Today’ Show Sets ‘Stricter Security Protocols’ After On-Set... is making waves across platforms.
The Galaxy Z Fold 8, Fold 8 Ultra, and Flip 8 pre-order deals roll on today and you’ll want to get in there while you can still score $100 cash discounts, plus up to $200 in FREE credit, or as much as $1,230 off with trade-ins. We have detailed how to score FREE $250 set of Ga...
Why it matters: Deals: Galaxy Fold 8/Ultra extra $100 off +... is one to watch for the industry.
Shares of Albertsons sank Thursday after the grocer reported softness in its core business and lowered its full-year outlook as a result.
Why it matters: Albertsons stock plunges as it says weaker grocery... hints at where the money is moving.
Some hospitality firms will get a discount from next April but hotels and restaurants won't get a cut.
BBC Business reports: Burnham says 20% business rates cut for English... — this could affect investors and consumers alike.
The movie hits cinemas and IMAX screens beginning August 26th. Ghost Unveil Trailer for New Big-Screen Film 2 Big To Rig Langdon Hickman
Bottom line from Consequence of Sound: this is making waves across platforms.
A heat wave lasting four months, followed by water shortages and crop failures. This is England in the 13th century, not the 21st. What is often called the Medieval Warm Period saw elevated temperatures in many parts of the world between the 10th and 13th centuries.
The big picture: Drought, water shortages and crop failures: How does... — opens new research frontiers.
Millions of people across the UK marveled at the spectacular northern lights that lit up the night sky in May 2024. But while the display captivated skywatchers, the geomagnetic storm behind it also served as the biggest test in a generation of the UK's preparedness for severe...
Why it matters: Most powerful Northern Lights in a generation expose... opens new research frontiers.
"In front of the stage a strange-looking woman in layers of black chiffon and velvet wound her arms about her," legendary music critic Jane Scott wrote in her review
The big picture: 50 Years Ago Today: Fleetwood Mac Set the... — could define this era of music.
Continued non-compliance could result in further penalties of 'up to 5% of [Google's] total worldwide turnover'.
PC Gamer reports: Google slapped with $1 billion fine for violating... — this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
Microsoft Teams and several Microsoft 365 services are experiencing an ongoing outage, with users reporting problems accessing Teams, SharePoint, Excel and the Microsoft 365 Admin Center. [...]
Bottom line from BleepingComputer: this exposes vulnerabilities that affect millions.
For the second time in a week, a long-standing conjecture has been disproved by artificial intelligence, highlighting the advanced mathematical capabilities of ChatGPT and its ilk
The big picture: Extremely basic AI prompt cracks decades-old maths problem — opens new research frontiers.
If you're among the millions whose Steam wishlists have been accumulating games for years, and you're too scared to venture in, Valve's latest Steam update should help. Read more
Eurogamer reports: Steam's latest update finally brings order to the... — this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
Nolan's "The Odyssey" is racking up box office dollars for IMAX and fueling investor confidence that the company will reach a record ticket sales in 2026.
Why it matters: 'The Odyssey' is cleaning up for IMAX. Expect... hints at where the money is moving.
The price of Brent crude rose more than 6% on Thursday as the war in the Middle East continues to escalate.
The big picture: Oil prices hit $100 for the first time... — hints at where the money is moving.
Create the Writers Room, a creative incubator for underrepresented storytellers, is expanding its ongoing partnership with the Roku Channel. Select films from CTWR’s “Five Film Fridays” are streaming the Roku Channel, giving the filmmakers and talent exposure to the platform’s...
Why it matters: The Roku Channel Expands Partnership With Create the... signals where Hollywood is headed.
With the launch of the Galaxy Z Fold 8, Samsung is also shipping the first phones with Gemini Intelligence. I managed to get it working briefly, but I can’t see why it solves for most people.
Bottom line from 9to5Google: this may redefine how we interact with devices.
EXCLUSIVE: TFC Management has signed Joel Church-Cooper following his two-season run as creator/showrunner of Going Dutch, Fox’s half-hour military comedy starring Denis Leary. A veteran comedy creator, showrunner and writer, Church-Cooper is otherwise best known as the co-cre...
The big picture: TFC Management Signs ‘Going Dutch’ Creator Joel Church-Cooper — could reshape the box office conversation.
Shares of Alphabet and Tesla dipped after the companies reported massive spending increases in their quarterly earnings reports.
CNBC reports: Alphabet and Tesla test Wall Street's patience as... — this signals changing business strategies.
The Black Friday in July Apple deals roll on with discounts on AirPods Pro 3 and $100 off AirPods Max 2, as well as the lowest price to date on the new AirTag 2 – we have collected everything for you right here. But 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by Apple’s most affordable ...
Bottom line from 9to5Mac: this may redefine how we interact with devices.
Five unearthed songs and several alternate versions comprise the LP, celebrating the 30th anniversary of Lost Dogs & Mixed Blessings
Bottom line from Pitchfork: this taps into a cultural moment.
American Airlines further cut its 2026 earnings outlook, citing higher fuel costs.
The big picture: American Airlines stock tumbles 8% as fuel spike... — signals changing business strategies.
Camilo Lara talks about the concert series promoting Ruido Tovar, the collaborative album honoring Mexican cumbia icon Rigo Tovar.
Why it matters: Mexican Institute of Sound & Meridian Brothers Are... taps into a cultural moment.
The Home Depot has 30% or more off cordless power tools from top brands like Milwaukee, DeWalt, and Ryobi. Here are our top picks.
Bottom line from Mashable: this is one to watch for the industry.
Sonam Wangchuk has been the main draw at the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protest in Delhi.
Why it matters: 'I am still alive': Indian activist on hunger... demands attention beyond borders.
At in his rally, Trump admitted "you may be paying a little bit more" and pleaded for more time, while saying the Iranians "break every deal they make."
Why it matters: Trump dismissed affordability as a word ‘made up... could affect investors and consumers alike.
Five minutes. That was the amount of time that Oso Grande strawberries remained in contact with the Ctx(Ile21)-Ha peptide—a molecule isolated from a frog native to the Brazilian Cerrado—in experiments conducted in Brazil by scientists at the Tupã campus of São Paulo State Univ...
Phys.org reports: Peptide isolated from a Cerrado frog increases strawberry... — this opens new research frontiers.
Subseasonal forecasting, or the ability to predict weather trends two weeks to two months in advance, is a capability highly sought after in various economic sectors, including energy, water management and agriculture. Reliable forecasts on this scale have thus far been largel...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
Technics has launched a limited-edition EAH-AZ100 earbuds collab with The Rolling Stones, tied to the band's new album "Foreign Tongues." Only 5,000 units exist,.
Bottom line from Mashable: this may redefine how we interact with devices.
The DJI Mini 4K drone combo is on sale at Amazon for $299, down from the list price of $389. That's a 23% discount.
The big picture: Amazon has the DJI Mini 4K drone combo... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
Billboard's Makin' Tracks column looks at the writing and recording behind Dylan Scott's "Dear Big City."
Billboard reports: Dylan Scott’s ‘Big City’ Conversation Captures a Life-Changing... — this shows where the music business is headed.
Shuri may have only recently taken up the mantle of Black Panther, but she's more than ready to defend Wakanda, and the world.Learn how in her Character Guide! Control the mid-range with the Spear of Bashenga, use Bast's Blessing to open up opponents from unexpected angles,...
Why it matters: MARVEL Tokon: Fighting Souls – Official Black Panther... is generating hype in the community.
We've got tips on dropping weapons, unlocking remix mode, when to play the bonus missions, and more
Kotaku reports: 12 Things To Know Before Playing Halo: Campaign... — this signals what players want next.
As workers push for better work-life balance and four-day workweeks, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is moving in the opposite direction.
Why it matters: Japan’s prime minister sleeps just ‘zero to three’... reflects a broader economic trend.
The awards are bestowed only once every four years to mathematicians under the age of 40.
The big picture: Four Young Mathematicians Receive Prestigious Fields Medals — advances our understanding of the world.
The flower crown is still a festival staple according to Olivia Rodrigo. The singer has launched a new collection of handmade merchandise for her inaugural Daisy Chains Music Festival, which is exclusively available on Etsy starting today. The Etsy shop features products desig...
The big picture: Olivia Rodrigo Teams With Etsy on Handmade Daisy... — is generating industry buzz.
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Sponsored by Backblaze: Backup you can rely on....
Why it matters: 9to5Mac Daily: July 23, 2026 – ‘Apple Upgrade’... could change how developers build software.
Square Enix put out a launch trailer for the new Nintendo Switch 2 version of Final Fantasy 10 / 10-2 HD Remaster. The pair of RPGs land on the console with some quality-of-life extras that weren’t in the original Nintendo Switch version. Here’s the official overview: Experien...
Nintendo Everything reports: Final Fantasy 10 / 10-2 HD Remaster Nintendo... — this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
Epic Games has confirmed that The Simpson family, and characters from the wider world of Springfield, are returning to Fortnite. In a social media post, the company said, "I miss my friends: Bart, Lisa, Krusty..." A full reveal for the "Reloaded" of the Fortnite x The S...
The big picture: Fortnite’s The Simpsons Crossover Is Coming Back — is generating hype in the community.
“Japan’s debt dynamics are fundamentally different from those of the United States…. Japan is the world’s largest creditor nation. The U.S. is the world’s largest debtor.”
Fortune reports: The $39 trillion U.S. national debt isn’t as... — this could affect investors and consumers alike.
The instrument keeps it simple with one pickup and two knobs for tone and volume, retailing for $649. Billie Joe Armstrong and Epiphone Unveil Les Paul Junior in Radiant Red Langdon Hickman
Bottom line from Consequence of Sound: this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
Shigeru Miyamoto had some choice words for businesses that put profits over people, essentially saying it's a shame that the priority always seems to be short-term profits over long-term playability. In a recent interview with Famitsu (that was machine translated by VGC), M...
The big picture: Mario Dad Miyamoto Says Companies Prioritizing Short-Term Profit... — could shake up the gaming landscape.
This article contains spoilers for Star Trek: Strange New Worlds season 4 episode 1 The mission of any ship in Starfleet involves boldly going and seeking out new life and new civilizations. That’s especially true of Strange New Worlds, where the mission statement is there in ...
Bottom line from Den of Geek: this signals changes in media consumption.
Get the top stories delivered to your inbox — free, no spam, unsubscribe anytime.