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Max severity Cisco Secure Workload flaw gives Site Admin privileges
Cisco has released security updates to address a maximum-severity vulnerability in Secure Workload that allows attackers to gain Site Admin privileges. [...]
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Cannes 2026 Movies Sold So Far: Louis Clichy’s Hand-Painted ‘Iron Boy’ Goes to Sony Pictures Classics
An animator on "Up" and "WALL-E" made his solo directing debut with this film that premiered Tuesday in Un Certain Regard.
Bottom line from IndieWire: this is generating industry buzz.
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Next year’s iPhone Pro models to get radical new design, per leaker
Next year is the iPhone’s 20th anniversary, and new leaks corroborate a prior report that Apple’s iPhone 19 Pro models will both feature a radical new design. more…
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Sony Classics Buys North America & Multiple International Markets On Cannes Animated Film ‘Iron Boy’
Sony Pictures Classics has acquired all rights in North and Latin America, India and Southeast Asian TV to Iron Boy, Louis Clichy’s hand-painted animated feature. Premiering in the Un Certain Regard section at this year’s Cannes Film Festival, the childhood drama has drawn som...
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The White House hits back after The Chicks’ Natalie Maines calls Donald Trump a “fugly slut”
Maines insulted Trump over the newly created Anti-Weaponisation Fund, which will cost taxpayers $1.8billion (£1.3billion) The post The White House hits back after The Chicks’ Natalie Maines calls Donald Trump a “fugly slut” appeared first on NME.
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SpaceX insiders will get to sell shares earlier than usual after the IPO
SpaceX is taking an unusual approach that could allow pre-IPO investors to sell sooner.
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Does the new ‘LEGO Batman’ game have multiplayer?
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Film AlUla Bolsters Role as Movie Industry Driver as Saudi Kingdom Raises Its Film Production Rebate to 60 Percent
Saudi Arabia’s Film AlUla – the film commission for the swathe of northwest Saudi Arabia – is bolstering its role as a cornerstone of the kingdom’s ongoing effort to build a film industry ecosystem thanks to its recent partnership with global studios giant MBS Group and its on...
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As ‘The Late Show’ Comes to an End, Stephen Colbert’s Sincerity Will Be Missed Most of All
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Stellantis unveils $70 billion turnaround plan, targets positive cash flow by 2028
Stellantis CEO Antonio Filosa unveiled a new five-year strategic plan Thursday worth 60 billion euros (US$69.7 billion).
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Bruce Springsteen Jabs Donald Trump And The Ellisons As He Performs On Stephen Colbert’s Second-To-Last Show
Bruce Springsteen made a few jabs at Donald Trump and David and Larry Ellison before he performed on Stephen Colbert’s second-to-last The Late Show on CBS. “I’m here in support tonight for Stephen, because you’re the first guy in America who has lost his show because we got a ...
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Eli Lilly says next-generation weight loss drug clears crucial obesity trial
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Jimmy Kimmel Urges Viewers to “Never Watch CBS Again” After Colbert Finale
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Is listening to music while studying a helpful habit or hidden distraction?
New research from Edith Cowan University (ECU) has shed light on why so many students listen to background music while studying, and whether it helps or hinders their focus.
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With aluminum prices up 20%, recycling startups bet on AI to cash in
Recycling startups are using AI to improve the recovery of critical minerals like aluminum, aiming to build a massive source of the metal.
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"Honestly difficult to imagine a path forward with it" - licensed Paranormal Activity horror game "technically done for good", says Mortuary Assistant creator
The solo developer of horror hit The Mortuary Assistant has told Eurogamer that his officially licensed Paranormal Activity game, Paranormal Activity: Threshold, "is technically done for good". Read more
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Cheaper theme park tickets and children's meals as VAT to be cut for some attractions this summer
Chancellor Rachel Reeves made a series of announcements aimed at relieving cost-of-living pressures.
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Anthropic is paying $15 billion a year for access to Elon Musk’s data centers
Earlier this month, SpaceX and Anthropic announced a new compute partnership that provides access to the rocket company's Colossus data centers in Memphis, TN. Now, with the release of SpaceX's IPO filing, we have more details about that deal, including how much Anthropic is p...
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NYC and LA Are Teaming Up to Fight for EVs
After the Trump administration turned away from electrification, two of the nation’s biggest governments will advocate for more electric vans, police cars, and eventually, snowplows.
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Childhood junk food may rewire the brain for life
Eating too much junk food early in life may rewire the brain in ways that last into adulthood, even after switching to a healthier diet. Scientists found that high-fat, high-sugar diets changed feeding behavior and disrupted appetite-control regions in the brain. Excitingly, c...
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Tesla says its Full Self-Driving package is now available in China
Tesla has brought its Full Self-Driving suite of driver assistance features to China.
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Bubsy 4D review for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch
System: Switch 2 / Switch (reviewed) Release date: May 22, 2026 Developer: Fabraz Publisher: Atari I don’t need to talk about Bubsy’s standing in the wider gaming community; everyone knows about the bobcats much-maligned original releases during the big platformer mascot boom ...
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Paid Leave Is a Lifeline. Every American Deserves It
The United States is one of the only countries in the world to not guarantee any form of paid leave. It's time for that to change
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Netflix’s next great sci-fi show is set in a retirement community
Four decades on, '80s-style science fiction adventures continue to exert their influence on modern film and TV. The idea of a group of kids teaming up to face an otherworldly threat has become a trope at this point, seen in everything from Super 8 to Stranger Things. So on one...
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Rami Malek Nearly Passed on AIDS-Era ‘The Man I Love’ Fearing Freddie Mercury Comparisons
Malek almost passed on Ira Sachs’ AIDS-era Cannes drama 'The Man I Love,' fearing comparisons to his Oscar-winning turn as Freddie Mercury in 'Bohemian Rhapsody.'
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If your Oura smart ring detects sleep apnea, it can refer you to doctors
Wearables like the Apple Watch and Oura Smart Ring often have substantial positive impacts on the health and fitness of their wearers thanks to providing detailed information and encouraging healthy activity. One dangerous condition they’re often able to detect is obstructi...
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‘Clarissa’ Review: Sophie Okonedo Illuminates a Quietly Dazzling Nigerian Reinterpretation of “Mrs Dalloway”
Virginia Woolf’s interior epic “Mrs Dalloway” survives — and thrives — following a surprisingly successful transplantation from London to Lagos in brothers Arie and Chuko Esiri’s vivid and velvety “Clarissa,” which places a superb Sophie Okonedo, radiant with melancholy, at th...
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Dozens of vehicles burnt as Mali jihadists enforce blockade ahead of Eid holiday
The blockade has led to shortages of fuel and food ahead of next week's Muslim holiday of Eid.
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Netflix Turns To Daily Live Video With Deal For Charlamagne Tha God’s ‘The Breakfast Club’ Podcast
Netflix will start its first daily live program next month when it streams the video podcast The Breakfast Club with Charlamagne Tha God, DJ Envy and Jess Hilarious. The daily show will debut on Netflix on June 1, and will simulcast on iHeartMedia, which entered into a partner...
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Is Google's AI Ultra plan worth $100/month? I compared it to Plus and Pro tiers
The new AI Ultra plan runs $100 a month, while the top-tier Ultra subscription has been cut from $250 to $200. But the AI Plus and Pro plans also get benefits.
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Director Lukas Dhont on Queer World War I Romance ‘Courage’: ‘It’s a Part of History I Hadn’t Seen Portrayed’
Lukas Dhont was inspired to make “Coward,” a gay love story set in the trenches of World War I, after he came across a series of black-and-white photographs of soldiers staging shows for their fellow troops. As part of the performances, some of the men would crossdress in orde...
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Glacial cycles shape evolution of many species of Antarctic sea slug
Marine scientists have discovered that what was once thought to be a single sea slug species is actually at least 75 distinct species that were shaped over millions of years by repeated Antarctic glacial cycles.
Bottom line from Phys.org: this advances our understanding of the world.
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Ice core discovery finds volcanic eruptions could cause greater global disruption than previously thought
New research from the University of St Andrews has precisely dated an eruption from Newberry Volcano and discovered that its ash spread more than 5,000 km across the globe, far further than previously thought for an eruption of its size.
Why it matters: Ice core discovery finds volcanic eruptions could cause... advances our understanding of the world.
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A Powerful El Niño Is Forming. If History Is a Guide, It Could Hit Hard.
The biggest episodes of the past have altered the course of human events, according to researchers. An emerging one is drawing historic comparisons.
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The new Flipper One is a pocket-sized Linux computer
It's been nearly six years since Flipper Devices introduced the Zero, its popular but controversial wireless hacking multi-tool. The company's latest creation (following a slight departure with a device that lets co-workers know when you're too busy to chat) is the new Flipper...
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Oil prices jump more than 3% after Iran supreme leader says uranium must remain in country
Iran's position on its enriched uranium will likely complicate peace talks with the U.S.
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Esports World Cup to Move From Saudi Arabia to France in 2026 (Gaming News Roundup)
The 2026 Esports World Cup will be held outside Saudi Arabia for the first time in the event’s history, taking place in Paris, France, from July 6 through August 23. The Esports Foundation made the announcement, stating that “following an extended evaluation process, and in li...
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Allbirds’ 600% stock surge says a lot about how ‘AI washing’ became the new ‘greenwashing’
In the early 2000s, corporate sustainability faced a similar credibility crisis — every company measured sustainability differently.
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How the wealthiest families invest: CNBC and Addepar launch Family Office Portfolio Tracker
Public stocks are the fastest-growing asset class for family offices, while their real estate assets are shrinking, per the CNBC Family Office Portfolio Tracker.
Bottom line from CNBC: this signals changing business strategies.
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Nintendo Download – May 21, 2026 (North America) – Bubsy 4D, Tales of Arise, Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, more
It’s time for the newest North American Nintendo Download Switch report for the week of May 21, 2026. The latest releases on the Nintendo eShop include Bubsy 4D, Tales of Arise, Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, and more. Here’s the full roundup: Switch 2 Retail Bubsy 4D – $19.99...
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Police seize “First VPN” service used in ransomware, data theft attacks
A virtual private network service called 'First VPN,' used in ransomware and data theft attacks, has been taken offline in a joint international law enforcement operation. [...]
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Gaza flotilla activists set for deportation from Israel as backlash over treatment grows
Activists have begun to leave Israel after international outrage over their treatment in detention.
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Why Rock In Rio Lisbon is a music festival like no other
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Air France and Airbus found guilty of manslaughter over 2009 plane crash
The companies were found guilty by a French court over an air disaster which killed 228 people.
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Dexys Midnight Runners announce new album ‘Love’ with wistful single ‘My Life In England Pt. 1’ and more UK and European tour dates
"It’s all memories of my own experiences," said Kevin Rowland of the track The post Dexys Midnight Runners announce new album ‘Love’ with wistful single ‘My Life In England Pt. 1’ and more UK and European tour dates appeared first on NME.
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Bloc Party Announce North American Headlining Tour Dates
The UK alt-rockers will play a string of headlining dates in addition to supporting Muse. Bloc Party Announce North American Headlining Tour Dates Chris Coplan
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Content Delivery Exploit Opens Websites to Brand Hijacking
The Underminr domain-fronting attack allows threat actors to modify Web requests and leverage trusted websites to cloak malicious activity.
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Rami Malek Hesitated to Star in Ira Sachs’ Gay Drama ‘The Man I Love’ After Playing Freddie Mercury: ‘I Had to Address the Fear’
Rami Malek had been itching to work with Ira Sachs for some time — going as far as to ask his representatives to get him a meeting with the filmmaker. But when he got the script for Sachs’ next movie, “The Man I Love” — about a New York theater performer navigating life, love ...
Bottom line from Variety: this could reshape the box office conversation.
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New Federal Music Law Would Let Indie Artists Team Up Against AI & Streaming: ‘Level The Playing Field’
The Protect Working Musicians Act would give small musicians a free pass to collective negotiate with tech giants to win better pay.
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Popular GLP-1 weight-loss drugs like Ozempic slash heart attack and stroke risk
A huge international review found that GLP-1 weight-loss drugs significantly reduce the risk of heart attacks, strokes, heart failure, and premature death over the long term. Researchers say these medications could become a major weapon against cardiovascular disease — not jus...
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Taiwan raids 12 locations in its first formal crackdown on Nvidia AI chip smuggling — hunts three fugitives for document forgery, fraudulent declarations in Super Micro smuggling case
Getting banned Hopper or Blackwell chips into mainland data centers just became exponentially more fraught as Taiwan begins to crack down on smugglers.
Why it matters: Taiwan raids 12 locations in its first formal... signals a shift in how we use technology.
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Ex-TikTok Exec Stuart Flint To Advise Caspar Lee & Ben Jeffries’ Influencer
EXCLUSIVE: Former TikTok exec Stuart Flint has joined the advisory board of Influencer, the global creator marketing biz founded by Caspar Lee and Ben Jeffries. Flint was TikTok’s VP, Sales in Europe, leading the social media app on commercial operations in the continent and i...
Bottom line from Deadline: this reflects evolving audience tastes.
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I tested Motorola's $1,500 Razr Ultra, and it's so close to being my dream flip phone
The 2026 Razr Ultra delivers major hardware upgrades while maintaining the same stylish design it's known for. Too bad it's overpriced.
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42 of the Best Movies on Netflix You Should Stream Now
Check out some great, newly arrived films, including Nope, Black Phone 2 and Mrs. Harris Goes To Paris, on Netflix now.
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The personal stories behind Pedro Pascal’s impeccable band t-shirt collection
There’s musical meaning to the Hollywood star’s cool-as-fuck wardrobe The post The personal stories behind Pedro Pascal’s impeccable band t-shirt collection appeared first on NME.
Why it matters: The personal stories behind Pedro Pascal’s impeccable band... taps into a cultural moment.
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I review robot vacuums for a living, ask me anything!
Welcome! I'm The Verge's smart home reviewer, and I'm hosting an exclusive subscriber AMA today at 10 AM PT / 1 PM ET. I test a lot of connected gadgets for my job, but the dominant device in my home - by both number and square footage covered - is the robot vacuum. At any […]
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These clever active beam headlights are finally coming to America
The 2027 Audi Q9's digital matrix lights satisfy new NHTSA rules on minimizing glare.
Ars Technica reports: These clever active beam headlights are finally coming... — this could change how developers build software.
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Trump to Ease Restrictions on Climate ‘Super Pollutants’
The administration will delay a phase out of hydrofluorocarbons, potent planet-warming chemicals used in air-conditioning and refrigeration.
NY Times Science reports: Trump to Ease Restrictions on Climate ‘Super Pollutants’ — this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
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MC Jin, Pacific Music Group Launch Family Style Records Imprint (EXCLUSIVE)
Pacific Music Group has launched Family Style Records, a new Hip-Hop imprint led by MC Jin, debuting alongside Jin’s new single, “Humble Flex,” in celebration of AAPI Heritage Month. The label launches with a four-act roster: MC Jin alongside Korean sibling duo Lil Cherry and ...
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Broadway Publicity Firm BBB Announces New Ownership, Rebrands as Aperture Public Relations
BBB, one of the leading publicity firms that covers Broadway, has been acquired by veteran press agents and longtime employees Heath Schwartz and Michelle Farabaugh. The company will be rebranded as Aperture Public Relations, effective June 1. Boneau/Bryan-Brown, formed in 199...
Variety reports: Broadway Publicity Firm BBB Announces New Ownership, Rebrands... — this signals where Hollywood is headed.
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Longtime Broadway Press Agency Boneau/Bryan-Brown Gets New Principal Owners, Name Change
Boneau/Bryan-Brown, for more than 30 years one of Broadway’s busiest preeminent press agencies representing hundreds of shows with campaigns garnering 254 Tony Awards, is soon to have new principal ownership and a name change to Aperture Public Relations. Formed in 1991 by pre...
Why it matters: Longtime Broadway Press Agency Boneau/Bryan-Brown Gets New Principal... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
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‘Passenger’ Review: André Øvredal Shatters the Fantasy of Van Life in a Brutal and Ghostly Road Trip
Jacob Scipio and Lou Llobell star as doomed lovers taking a supernatural thrill ride that's packed with nerve-shredding jump scares, but could use some more emotional fuel.
The big picture: ‘Passenger’ Review: André Øvredal Shatters the Fantasy of... — reflects evolving audience tastes.
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How One Man Is Turning the Knicks’ Wins and Losses Into Hilarious Music
Talking with Duglust (and his number one fan, Ben Stiller) about his popular cover-song recaps
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The Boroughs Ending Explained: Sam, Mother, and That Final Moment
This article contains spoilers for The Boroughs, including the finale. There’s a new Duffer Brothers-produced show in town, and it’s a rather more wholesome affair than the last horrifying Netflix show they oversaw, Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen. Instead, The Boroughs ...
Bottom line from Den of Geek: this signals changes in media consumption.
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I can’t believe how fast Google vibe coded my first Android app
Yesterday, I built my first Android app. Then, I made two more - three in one afternoon. For one, I literally typed 148 words into my web browser and walked away. Ten minutes later, I had an entire new app on my actual Android phone. I did have to prep that phone by enabling a...
The Verge reports: I can’t believe how fast Google vibe coded... — this may redefine how we interact with devices.
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Are you really going to talk to Gemini like that?
Google's new AI features capitalize on the popularity of voice dictation, and a desire to leave the thinking to AI.
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Best Home Security Cameras Without Subscriptions in 2026
Smart security cameras don't have to come with fees: These models give a lot while saving your budget.
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Razr 2026 Review: The Most Affordable US Foldable Is Still Solid, Just Pricier
Like other new phones in 2026, the standard Razr got a $100 price hike, it's still a reliable folding phone.
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Get up to 25% off Herman Miller gaming chairs and desks in this Memorial Day Sale — save hundreds on premium office hardware
You can save up to 25% off on Herman Miller gear in the Memorial Day sale.
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Strava adds dedicated strength training support for sets, reps, weight, and muscle groups
Strava is completely overhauling its strength training experience, with a new workout log, automatic muscle maps, new sharing tools, and expanded integrations with apps and devices. Here are the details. more…
The big picture: Strava adds dedicated strength training support for sets,... — reshapes the tech landscape.
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Love in the Time of Microdrama: The Sexy Mini-Movies Taking Over Hollywood
The indie film scene isn’t dead — it’s just creating low-budget bodice rippers for the TikTok era. THR embeds with the buzzy production company that’s putting the steam into streaming.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this signals where Hollywood is headed.
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Jelly Roll Urges NHL Stars to ‘Rise Up’ With 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs Anthem: ‘This Is Their Song’
The Amazon Music Original song will be featured in game broadcasts, in-arena integrations and across social media and NHL digital channels.
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Squabble over Disco Elysium's legacy continues as Hopetown studio recruit another ex-ZA/UM dev while dropping a new trailer on Zero Parades' release day
Today, May 21st, marks the release of ZA/UM's Zero Parades, the studio's Disco Elysium follow-up arriving following years of drama and turmoil surrounding the original game and the people who made it. So, naturally, one of numerous Disco-like games which have sprung up over th...
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How one disappointing night changed the way I plan my astrotourism adventures
With May's new moon fading and summer twilight looming, now is the time to plan a dark-sky escape — where location, timing and weather all collide.
Bottom line from Space.com: this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
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Avatar: The Last Airbender Season 2 trailer reminds us that there is no war in Ba Sing Se
"Avatar: The Last Airbender" Season 2 premieres June 25 on Netflix.
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If you want a Motorola foldable, its the Razr Ultra or bust
Motorola's new flagship foldable flip phone is a powerhouse with a beautiful design. We put the cameras, processor, and display to the test.
Mashable reports: If you want a Motorola foldable, its the... — this reshapes the tech landscape.
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Stephen Colbert Finally Takes the Colbert Questionert
The outgoing Late Show host is finally known. Stephen Colbert Finally Takes the Colbert Questionert Alex Young
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US is taking equity stakes in IBM and other quantum computing companies
The US government has taken $2 billion worth of equity stakes in quantum computing companies, including one linked to the Trump family.
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Mick Jagger to Co-Star in ‘Three Incestuous Sisters’ Movie Alongside Dakota Johnson, Josh O’Connor, Jessie Buckley
The adaptation of author Audrey Niffenegger's gothic drama novel will also feature Saoirse Ronan and Isabella Rossellini.
Bottom line from Billboard: this could define this era of music.
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The custom AI ASIC state of play (May 2026) — Broadcom deals, Google TPUs, Meta MTIA & beyond
ASIC-based AI server shipments are projected to reach 27.8% of the market in 2026, the highest share since 2023, and custom ASIC shipments will grow 44.6% year-over-year.
The big picture: The custom AI ASIC state of play (May... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
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Netflix Launches First Live Daily Video Podcast: Charlamagne tha God’s ‘Breakfast Club’
The streaming platform will compete with wake up shows starting with the 6 a.m. hour on the weekdays.
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Government pledges £120m to support ceramics firms
Rob Flello, boss of Ceramics UK, says the support recognises the importance of the industry.
BBC Business reports: Government pledges £120m to support ceramics firms — this signals changing business strategies.
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‘We do not want humans to have the same fate as dinosaurs’: SpaceX IPO reads like Hollywood fantasy version of the future
Musk’s compensation will be granted only if he maintains “a permanent human colony on Mars with at least one million inhabitants.”
Fortune reports: ‘We do not want humans to have the... — this hints at where the money is moving.
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Nvidia says it has ‘largely conceded’ China’s AI chip market to Huawei
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang said the company has "largely conceded" China's advanced artificial intelligence chip market to Huawei.
Why it matters: Nvidia says it has ‘largely conceded’ China’s AI... could affect investors and consumers alike.
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Oil market could enter ‘red zone’ by July as stocks dwindle ahead of summer travel season, IEA chief says
IEA Executive Director Fatih Birol said the single most important solution to the Iran war energy shock is the unconditional reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
Why it matters: Oil market could enter ‘red zone’ by July... could affect investors and consumers alike.
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Brye song that hit 100M streams was produced in GarageBand on school iPad
Indie singer-songwriter Brye has shared a TikTok video revealing that her song Lemons – that notched up 100M streams – was produced in GarageBand on a school iPad with a cheap plug-in mic. The pop singer, whose full name is Bryanna Noelle Sebring, says her experience demons...
9to5Mac reports: Brye song that hit 100M streams was produced... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
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Bloom Energy rises 2% after partnering with European AI infrastructure upstart in $2.6 billion deal
Nebius said Wednesday that it would deploy Bloom's fuel-cell technology to generate electricity faster and more quickly at its data centers in Europe.
Why it matters: Bloom Energy rises 2% after partnering with European... hints at where the money is moving.
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15 Movies That Were Way Too Adult to Be Marketed to Kids
Movies aimed at kids should be made with care and attention, something that rarely happens due to the constant cash grabs Hollywood loves to make. However, that care and attention needs to also be aimed at the theming of the film, since the audience’s young age means not all t...
Den of Geek reports: 15 Movies That Were Way Too Adult to... — this captures the public's attention.
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Google TV hits 300 million active devices as growth stalls
Google TV growth appears to be slowing down, with a new update on the number of active devices only growing by about 11% over the past year and a half. more…
Why it matters: Google TV hits 300 million active devices as... is one to watch for the industry.
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Common pesticide linked to hidden brain damage, scientists warn
Scientists have uncovered alarming new evidence that a common insecticide may leave lasting marks on the developing brain before a child is even born. Researchers studying New York City children found that prenatal exposure to chlorpyrifos — a pesticide once widely used indoor...
Why it matters: Common pesticide linked to hidden brain damage, scientists... could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
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James Murdoch vows ‘ambitious journalism and agenda-setting conversations’ as he takes over New York, Vox brands
The deal with Vox, widely seen as liberal-leaning, represents a major move toward his own media empire for the 53-year-old younger son of Rupert Murdoch.
Bottom line from Fortune: this signals changing business strategies.
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SpaceX to Attempt Its 12th Test Flight of Starship
The giant rocket is scheduled to lift off on Thursday after a seven-month pause and a month before SpaceX’s planned public offering.
NY Times Science reports: SpaceX to Attempt Its 12th Test Flight of... — this opens new research frontiers.
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Union Blasts Quantic Dream Leadership Over Live-Service Failure And The Potential For Up To 95 Layoffs: ‘Incompetence Led Us Here’
Spellcasters Chronicles has already been removed from Steam in under three months
Kotaku reports: Union Blasts Quantic Dream Leadership Over Live-Service Failure... — this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
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Yoshi and the Mysterious Book launch trailer – new Nintendo Switch 2 platformer arrives
Yoshi and the Mysterious Book comes to Switch 2 today, and along with that, Nintendo has sent out the launch trailer. Fans can get one last look at Good-Feel’s platformer. Catch up on everything you need to know with the following overview: Join Yoshi for a new adventure in Yo...
Nintendo Everything reports: Yoshi and the Mysterious Book launch trailer –... — this is generating hype in the community.
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Iran reviews U.S. peace proposal as Trump says he’s willing to wait 'a few days'
It comes after President Donald Trump said he was prepared to wait a few more days to "get the right answers" from Tehran.
Bottom line from CNBC: this may shift market dynamics.
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NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani is launching a Twitch series
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is launching a streaming series on Twitch, in which he'll respond to questions the public have submitted via the chat, Polygon reports. The series is aptly titled "Talk with the People," and kicks off later today at 4PM ET. "With the launch o...
The Verge reports: NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani is launching a Twitch... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
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Stephen Colbert faces quickfire questions from 15 celebrity guest hosts
With "The Late Show" ending, Stephen Colbert has finally taken the "Colbert Questionert" himself.
Why it matters: Stephen Colbert faces quickfire questions from 15 celebrity... could change how developers build software.
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‘Victorian Psycho’: Maika Monroe Is A Crazed Governess In First Trailer For Cannes Horror
Here’s your first teaser trailer for Maika Monroe horror Victorian Psycho, which debuts today in Cannes’ UCR section. Based on the novel by Virginia Feito, the synopsis reads: “When eccentric governess Winifred (Monroe) arrives at a remote gothic manor in Victorian England, he...
Why it matters: ‘Victorian Psycho’: Maika Monroe Is A Crazed Governess... could reshape the box office conversation.
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Retail investors get direct access to SpaceX IPO through major brokerage platforms
SpaceX's blockbuster public offering is giving everyday traders access that has traditionally been reserved for Wall Street's biggest clients.
Bottom line from CNBC: this hints at where the money is moving.
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Ranking the Top 10 Screams in Horror Movie History
Nothing makes a horror movie like an iconic scream. Whether delivered by final girls, terrified victims, or characters facing unimaginable horror, these screams helped create some of the most memorable moments the genre has ever produced. The post Ranking the Top 10 Screams in...
The big picture: Ranking the Top 10 Screams in Horror Movie... — reflects shifting cultural trends.
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The Pokémon Company In Japan Fights Scalpers By Demanding Government ID Checks To Buy Cards
For some reason the same restrictions will also be in place for entering Japanese Pokémon tournaments
Bottom line from Kotaku: this could shake up the gaming landscape.
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AMD begins production ramp of 256-core EPYC Venice — first 2nm HPC chip claims 70% performance leap
AMD has announced that its 6th Gen EPYC processor, codenamed Venice, has entered production ramp on TSMC's N2 process in Taiwan.
Tom's Hardware reports: AMD begins production ramp of 256-core EPYC Venice... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
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I've played 1000s of hours of Overwatch but it wasn't until its new Anniversary game mode that I discovered I have no clue what the hell I'm doing
That there Dragonblade is tricky.
Why it matters: I've played 1000s of hours of Overwatch but... could shake up the gaming landscape.
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‘Far Cry 7’ is happening but you might be waiting a while
Ubisoft has also promised a new 'Assassin’s Creed' game by 2029 The post ‘Far Cry 7’ is happening but you might be waiting a while appeared first on NME.
The big picture: ‘Far Cry 7’ is happening but you might... — could define this era of music.
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11 Best Meal Delivery Services, Tested by an Ex-Restaurant Critic
Here are the best meal kits in 2026, including Martha Stewart’s delivery box, a GLP-1–supportive plan, and a budget-friendly option.
Bottom line from Wired: this may redefine how we interact with devices.
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‘Victorian Psycho’ Teaser: Maika Monroe Is a Disturbed Governess in a Gothic Horror Tale
The film premieres in the Un Certain Regard category at the Cannes Film Festival, ahead of its fall theatrical release.
IndieWire reports: ‘Victorian Psycho’ Teaser: Maika Monroe Is a Disturbed... — this is generating industry buzz.
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I'm a Pro Photographer, and Oppo's Find X9 Ultra Is a Stunning Camera Phone
It's one of the best camera phones around, but I still think there's one that beats it.
CNET reports: I'm a Pro Photographer, and Oppo's Find X9... — this is one to watch for the industry.
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Unrailed 2 shares Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch release date, new trailer
Indoor Astronaut confirmed the release date for Unrailed 2: Back on Track today. On both Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch, the game is planned for June 11, 2026. Unrailed 2 was previously announced during an Indie World Showcase this year. The last entry in the series hit Nintendo...
The big picture: Unrailed 2 shares Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch... — is generating hype in the community.
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New eruption discovered in the Bismarck Sea
It's a truism among oceanographers that there is more accurate mapping of the surface of the moon and Mars than of the deep-ocean floor. That's especially true for the Bismarck Sea, a relatively deep body of water north of Papua New Guinea. It's an ocean basin with a geologica...
Phys.org reports: New eruption discovered in the Bismarck Sea — this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
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15 ‘Fun’ Fictional Worlds You Don’t Actually Want to Live In
We all yearn for an escape of the mundane, where instead of getting up every morning for work, we travel to fantastical lands and save entire realms. Well, while there are plenty of stories that offer that kind of escapism, there is an inescapable reality: you don’t want to li...
Den of Geek reports: 15 ‘Fun’ Fictional Worlds You Don’t Actually Want... — this signals changes in media consumption.
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MSI MPG 322UR QD-OLED X24 4K 240 Hz gaming monitor review: Blistering performance with pro-level color
MSI delivers blistering performance and pro-level color accuracy from its MPG 322UR QD-OLED X24 gaming monitor. It’s a 32-inch 4K QD-OLED panel with 240 Hz, Adaptive-Sync, DisplayHDR 400 True Black, and accurate color to rival any pro display.
Tom's Hardware reports: MSI MPG 322UR QD-OLED X24 4K 240 Hz... — this could change how developers build software.
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Mixed Martial Arts Pioneer Scott Coker Plans 2027 Launch of New Global MMA League With $60M in Financing, Including From Tony Hawk
The ex-Bellator boss and Strikeforce founder sees "incredible demand for a fresh, new global brand in MMA" focused on "the integrity of competition, respect for the athletes and sharing their remarkable journeys."
Why it matters: Mixed Martial Arts Pioneer Scott Coker Plans 2027... signals where Hollywood is headed.
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Maika Monroe’s Wayward Governess Is Bloodthirsty in Gory Teaser Trailer for ‘Victorian Psycho’
The horror film gets its world premiere in Cannes' Un Certain Regard on Thursday, after giving The Hollywood Reporter an exclusive first look.
The big picture: Maika Monroe’s Wayward Governess Is Bloodthirsty in Gory... — signals where Hollywood is headed.
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NASA exoplanet-hunting spacecraft TESS reveals its most complete look at the night sky yet
TESS has released its most complete view of the sky over Earth, revealing the location of 6,000 potential worlds beyond the solar system.
The big picture: NASA exoplanet-hunting spacecraft TESS reveals its most complete... — could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
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Lenovo G02 retro handheld allegedly comes preloaded with thousands of copyrighted games, including Nintendo ROMs — company confirms that it’s an officially white-labeled device meant for the Chinese market
Lenovo confirms that it partnered with a third-party manufacturer to build, sell, and market the G02 retro gaming handheld in China. However, it allegedly contained thousands of gaming ROMs, many from Nintendo, right out of the box, raising questions about the validity of the ...
Why it matters: Lenovo G02 retro handheld allegedly comes preloaded with... may redefine how we interact with devices.
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Rami Malek Says “There Was A Certain Sense Of Fear” In Taking On ‘The Man I Love’ After Playing Freddie Mercury In ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ – Cannes
Before taking on a performing artist who is battling AIDs in 1980s New York in Ira Sachs’ latest Cannes feature The Man I Love, star Rami Malek said, “I can’t do this, there’s too many similarities.” Similarities to his Oscar winning Best Actor role of Freddie Mercury in Bohem...
Bottom line from Deadline: this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
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Miles Teller won’t do profile interviews again because Esquire called him “kind of a dick” in 2015
The star called the interview "so mishandled" The post Miles Teller won’t do profile interviews again because Esquire called him “kind of a dick” in 2015 appeared first on NME.
NME reports: Miles Teller won’t do profile interviews again because... — this is making waves across platforms.
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Billionaire families bet on semiconductor and energy stocks in first quarter during Iran war
Private investment firms of David Tepper and other billionaires doubled down on chipmakers despite the Iran war pressuring data center economics.
Why it matters: Billionaire families bet on semiconductor and energy stocks... could affect investors and consumers alike.
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Netflix Announces Three-Part ‘Michael Jackson: The Verdict’ Docuseries Chronicling Pop Star’s 2005 Child Molestation Trial
The series will look at the arguments that led to Jackson's acquittal on all charges.
Billboard reports: Netflix Announces Three-Part ‘Michael Jackson: The Verdict’ Docuseries... — this shows where the music business is headed.
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