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- We Are The World: ‘Michael’ With $888M WW Dances Past ‘Hunger Games’ & ‘Twilight’ Sequels To Become Lionsgate’s Biggest Pic Ever – UpdateDeadline
- ‘The Super Mario Galaxy Movie’ Becomes First Movie to Cross $1B in 2026Hollywood Reporter
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The developer of the Silent Hill 2 remake is releasing a Star Trek horror game
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Surprise! Cult hit Vampire Survivors is getting a new name, Vampire Survivors - First Survivaton, plus a new free expansion pack
Award-winning Vampire Survivors has announced a new expansion pack and a new name: Vampire Survivors - First Survivaton. Read more
Eurogamer reports: Surprise! Cult hit Vampire Survivors is getting a... — this is generating hype in the community.
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Watch Bruce Springsteen joined by Bon Jovi, Public Enemy and others at star-studded New Jersey show
The event marked the opening of the new Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music in West Long Branch, NJ The post Watch Bruce Springsteen joined by Bon Jovi, Public Enemy and others at star-studded New Jersey show appeared first on NME.
NME reports: Watch Bruce Springsteen joined by Bon Jovi, Public... — this could define this era of music.
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Fill out a quick PC Gaming Show survey for a chance to win this sweet 'sleeper' gaming PC
Tell us what you thought of the show, and you could win a PC that's retro on the outside with an Asus GeForce RTX 5080 on the inside.
PC Gamer reports: Fill out a quick PC Gaming Show survey... — this could shake up the gaming landscape.
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Israel strikes Beirut suburb days after US-brokered truce
Israel says the attacks on the Lebanese capital were ordered "in response to Hezbollah's firing at Israeli territory".
BBC World reports: Israel strikes Beirut suburb days after US-brokered truce — this reflects broader geopolitical shifts.
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Xbox Games Showcase 2026: All the news and trailers
The console industry is in a weird place, and both Xbox and PlayStation have a chance to change the narrative a bit with their showcases at Summer Game Fest. Sony did that by focusing on the single-player titles it’s known for, and now it’s Microsoft’s turn. The Xbox Games Sho...
The Verge reports: Xbox Games Showcase 2026: All the news and... — this may redefine how we interact with devices.
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We Are The World: ‘Michael’ With $888M WW Dances Past ‘Hunger Games’ & ‘Twilight’ Sequels To Become Lionsgate’s Biggest Pic Ever – Update
SUNDAY AM UPDATE: Before the Michael Jackson biopic conquers Japan next weekend, global box office numbers this morning show that Lionsgate’s highest grossing movie ever stands at $888M after a $23.1M global seventh weekend. Divided that’s $7.7M domestic, -35%, and $15.4M abro...
The big picture: We Are The World: ‘Michael’ With $888M WW... — reflects evolving audience tastes.
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‘The Super Mario Galaxy Movie’ Becomes First Movie to Cross $1B in 2026
The first ‘Mario’ animated film earned $1.36 billion at the global box office in 2023.
Why it matters: ‘The Super Mario Galaxy Movie’ Becomes First Movie... could reshape the box office conversation.
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‘Carolina Caroline’ Review: Classic Lovers-on-the-Run Thriller Shows Why Samara Weaving and Kyle Gallner Should Be Bigger Stars
With nothing holding her down but a dead-end job and an aging dad, a small-town Texan girl is swiftly bedazzled by a smooth criminal drifter, and hops into his car to pursue a life less ordinary. The premise of “Carolina Caroline” could be copy-pasted from innumerable American...
The big picture: ‘Carolina Caroline’ Review: Classic Lovers-on-the-Run Thriller Shows Why... — is generating industry buzz.
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Demi and the Fractured Dream delayed to 2027, new trailer
Annapurna Interactive, along with Yarn Owl, today announced that Demi and the Fractured Dream has now been delayed. Instead of this year, it’s coming in 2027. Demi and the Fractured Dream is an action adventure game. As demi, you’ll venture through the world of Somnus “to slay...
Why it matters: Demi and the Fractured Dream delayed to 2027,... is generating hype in the community.
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Donald Trump Storms Out of ‘Meet the Press’ Interview: ‘You’re Either Crooked or You’re Stupid’
President Donald Trump stormed out of his interview with “Meet the Press” after getting into a verbal sparring match with Kristen Welker over claims of election fraud. Tensions began rising when Welker pressed Trump on if, in the face of bipartisan resistance, he planned to pu...
Why it matters: Donald Trump Storms Out of ‘Meet the Press’... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
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The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has now made over $1 billion, Mario films now the ninth biggest animated franchise
We have another update on The Super Mario Galaxy Movie’s performance at the box office – specifically that it has now made over $1 billion. Between the original film and its sequel, the franchise itself has now generated over $2 billion. That’s the ninth biggest animated franc...
Why it matters: The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has now made... signals what players want next.
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Trump Storms Out of ‘Meet the Press’ Interview After Being Grilled on Claims of Rigged Election
When Kristen Welker asked him for evidence, the president replied: "Listen to me: There's tremendous evidence. There's nothing but evidence. The election was rigged. It was a dirty election, and it's happening again right now in California."
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this could reshape the box office conversation.
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OpenAI readies ‘superapp’ pivot ahead of planned IPO, FT reports
The strategy is being driven by the conviction that the future of AI belongs to autonomous agents capable of executing complex, multi-step tasks.
Bottom line from Fortune: this hints at where the money is moving.
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Aion 2 producer says it's good to have 'friendly competition' with Guild Wars 3 'during this period where MMOs are struggling'
Guild Wars 3 isn't the only NCSoft-published MMO on the horizon, with Aion 2 gearing up for global release.
PC Gamer reports: Aion 2 producer says it's good to have... — this signals what players want next.
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Jafar Panahi’s One-Year Prison Sentence Upheld By Iranian Judge
Following a retrial for his “propaganda activity against the regime,” Tehran Revolutionary Court has upheld Jafar Panahi’s one-year prison sentence. On Sunday, the It Was Just An Accident writer/director’s attorney Mostafa Nili announced that Judge Iman Afshari rejected their ...
Why it matters: Jafar Panahi’s One-Year Prison Sentence Upheld By Iranian... signals where Hollywood is headed.
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Obsessed Around The Globe: Curry Barker’s ‘Obsession’ Is Focus Features’ Highest Grossing Movie Ever With $224M+ WW
Focus Features’ Obsession is officially their highest grossing movie ever with the Curry Barker directed horror romance crossing $224.7M worldwide. The pic already became Focus’ highest grossing movie at the domestic box office back on May 31. Obsession beats Focus’ previous b...
Bottom line from Deadline: this reflects evolving audience tastes.
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The Studio Behind Silent Hill 2 Remake Is Taking Star Trek Somewhere Unexpected
Silent Hill 2 remake developer Bloober Team is boldly going where it has never gone before, as the studio has revealed Star Trek: Shadow Frontier, its next project. Set on a mysterious, uncharted planet, the game is described as a sci-fi psychological thriller set in the final...
GameSpot reports: The Studio Behind Silent Hill 2 Remake Is... — this could shake up the gaming landscape.
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Dogpile announced for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch
Wings, Studio Folly, Toot Games, and Foot today shared the news that they’re bringing Dogpile to Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch. Versions for these platforms will be out soon. Dogpile is a roguelite deckbuilder that first debuted at the end of last year. The game is getting a ne...
Why it matters: Dogpile announced for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch may set a new standard for the genre.
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Forever Ago sets release date on Nintendo Switch 2, new trailer
Today, publisher Annapurna Interactive and developer Third Shift announced the release date for Forever Ago. Nintendo Switch 2 owners can pick it up on October 8, 2026. We previously posted on the road trip adventure title back in March. Last we heard, it was slated for the fa...
Bottom line from Nintendo Everything: this is generating hype in the community.
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Trump stunned as stocks fall on great jobs report. Barclays explains why ‘we are entering the warning zone’
“With a great Jobs Report, like just announced, stocks should go up, not down," Trump posted. "That's the way it was for 200 years. Growth does not mean inflation!”
Bottom line from Fortune: this hints at where the money is moving.
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Deepseek topped Ramp's trending software vendors in June 2026 as US companies chase cheaper AI
Deepseek topped Ramp's trending software vendors in June 2026 as a paid service that US companies send data to directly. Ramp chief economist Ara Kharazian points to growing cost awareness as a driver but warns about security risks of using Chinese models. The article Deepseek...
The big picture: Deepseek topped Ramp's trending software vendors in June... — highlights the rapid pace of AI adoption.
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‘Obsession’ Crosses $200M Globally to Become Focus’ Top Movie of All Time
Curry Barker's horror hit has legs like only the rarest of movies, declining just 7 percent in its fourth weekend.
Hollywood Reporter reports: ‘Obsession’ Crosses $200M Globally to Become Focus’ Top... — this signals where Hollywood is headed.
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TechCrunch Mobility: Inside GM’s $900M EV battery gamble
Welcome back to TechCrunch Mobility — your central hub for news and insights on the future of transportation.
The big picture: TechCrunch Mobility: Inside GM’s $900M EV battery gamble — is one to watch for the industry.
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Here’s how Apple Watch Series 11 stacks up against Oura, Fitbit, and Whoop, per WSJ
Apple Watch performs favorably in The Wall Street Journal’s health and fitness tracker showdown today. Here’s how Apple Watch Series 11 stacks up against the Oura smart ring and fitness bands from Fitbit and Whoop. more…
9to5Mac reports: Here’s how Apple Watch Series 11 stacks up... — this reshapes the tech landscape.
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Zelensky criticises 'vile' Chornobyl drone strike ahead of London talks
Ukrainian officials say a Russian drone hit a storage facility for spent nuclear fuel near the Chornobyl nuclear plant.
Bottom line from BBC World: this demands attention beyond borders.
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Watch Fontaines D.C.’s Grian Chatten join Kneecap on stage and rock out to The Cure at Primavera Sound 2026
Chatten and Kneecap performed their 2023 collaboration 'Better Way To Live' The post Watch Fontaines D.C.’s Grian Chatten join Kneecap on stage and rock out to The Cure at Primavera Sound 2026 appeared first on NME.
Why it matters: Watch Fontaines D.C.’s Grian Chatten join Kneecap on... could define this era of music.
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Disgust may contribute to improper waste disposal
A common explanation for why waste management sometimes fails is that carelessness breeds more carelessness. Now, research from the University of Gothenburg shows that dirty waste disposal rooms can evoke feelings of disgust that increase the risk of people disposing of their ...
Why it matters: Disgust may contribute to improper waste disposal adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
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‘Spider-Noir’ VFX Supervisor Explains the ‘Dogmatic’ Approach That Kept the Show’s Most Intricate Sequences Together
During IndieWire's Craft Roundtables, Hnedel Maximore explained why a show like "Spider-Noir" could only come together if every department was on the same page.
The big picture: ‘Spider-Noir’ VFX Supervisor Explains the ‘Dogmatic’ Approach That... — signals where Hollywood is headed.
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Govee’s all-weather smart lamp post is under $200 for the first time
If you have an outdoor space that needs some extra lighting, either for fun or security reasons (or a mix of the two), the Govee outdoor lamp post light is a good pick that’s 23 percent off its regular price right now. Typically retailing for $260, the Govee outdoor lamp post ...
The big picture: Govee’s all-weather smart lamp post is under $200... — signals a shift in how we use technology.
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Seriously, how do we not have more Android phones with Qi2 yet?
Ever since the Pixel 10 was released last year, Qi2 magnets have been a love-hate relationship – I love using them, but I hate that, somehow, the Pixel 10 is the only Android phone that has them. It’s crazy to me that no other Android brand has taken this feature seriously, an...
Why it matters: Seriously, how do we not have more Android... could change how developers build software.
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Here are the 6 big things we're watching in the stock market this week
Earnings season for Club names has come to an end, but that doesn't mean the excitement has.
The big picture: Here are the 6 big things we're watching... — could affect investors and consumers alike.
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Box Office: ‘The Super Mario Galaxy Movie’ Becomes First 2026 Release to Cross $1 Billion
“The Super Mario Galaxy Movie” has crossed the $1 billion mark. It’s the first film of 2026 to hit that milestone. The animated adaptation of the hit video game was produced by Universal and Illumination in collaboration with Nintendo. “The Super Mario Galaxy Movie” cost $110 ...
Why it matters: Box Office: ‘The Super Mario Galaxy Movie’ Becomes... signals where Hollywood is headed.
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Madden 27 Kicks Years Of Muscle Memory To The Curb
On the field, it's getting harder to complain about Madden as a series. A lot of the old, reliable criticisms don't really stand up to reality anymore, as the game has been solid or better for several years now. Introducing big changes for the better has been the recent MO for...
Bottom line from GameSpot: this signals what players want next.
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Tony Awards 2026: Here’s Where to Watch the 79th Awards Ceremony Live Online
Hosted by P!nk, you can livestream the ceremony, with performances from Queen Latifah, Leslie Odom, Jr. and others on June 7.
Bottom line from Billboard: this taps into a cultural moment.
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AI’s mega stock deals raise specter of more shares than buyers
“This is something that we haven’t seen in such a scale and in such a short time. It’s a huge supply event.”
The big picture: AI’s mega stock deals raise specter of more... — may shift market dynamics.
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Naomi Bulochnikov-Paul Celebrated for Grace and Resilience at Race to Erase MS Gala: ‘I Live It Openly’
Disney executive Naomi Bulochnikov-Paul opened up Friday night about her extraordinary journey of coming to grips with multiple sclerosis as she was honored Friday at the annual Race to Erase MS gala. Bulochnikov-Paul spoke from the heart as she described the surprise of recei...
The big picture: Naomi Bulochnikov-Paul Celebrated for Grace and Resilience at... — may set a new benchmark for the genre.
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Tribeca Slams Palestinian “Dog Rape” Joke Made By ‘The Wedding Entertainer’ Star: “Offensive And Unacceptable”
Tribeca Film Festival has responded after an offensive Palestine joke made by The Wedding Entertainer star Elon Gold at the movie’s Thursday premiere. In a statement, a festival spokesperson condemned the “offensive and unacceptable” joke Gold made to a red carpet influencer a...
The big picture: Tribeca Slams Palestinian “Dog Rape” Joke Made By... — could reshape the box office conversation.
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The Alters: Last Variable DLC pack introduces 20 hours of new content, including an "entirely new progression loop"
The Alters: Last Variable is a new DLC coming for 11 Bit Studios' survival game, The Alters, on 13th July. Read more
Why it matters: The Alters: Last Variable DLC pack introduces 20... may set a new standard for the genre.
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Gold nanoparticles unlock vibrant structural colors across the visible spectrum
Colloidal photonic glasses offer an appealing way to produce vivid colors without any chemical dyes—but so far, a stubborn optical effect has long prevented them from generating a true red color. Now, Yuwon Jeon and colleagues at KU-KIST in Seoul have developed a new approach ...
Why it matters: Gold nanoparticles unlock vibrant structural colors across the... opens new research frontiers.
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‘Super Mario Galaxy Movie’ Passes $1B WW, The First Pic To Do So In 2026
Illumination, Nintendo and Universal’s Super Mario Galaxy Movie is the first movie to cross $1 billion at the 2026 box office, the pic doing so in its tenth weekend of release. With the latest hit, The Super Mario franchise now crosses $2B, becoming the No. 9 biggest animated ...
The big picture: ‘Super Mario Galaxy Movie’ Passes $1B WW, The... — could reshape the box office conversation.
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Banks lay groundwork for mass workforce cuts as AI takes hold
Banks are cutting junior analyst classes by as much as two-thirds while sourcing roughly 62% of their AI talent from those same cohorts.
Bottom line from Fortune: this could affect investors and consumers alike.
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Final Fantasy 7 Revelation Director Shares His Favorite Thing To Remake
Square Enix's Final Fantasy 7 remake trilogy will reach its climax next year with Final Fantasy 7 Revelation. As with its two predecessors, the third game pays tribute to the original Final Fantasy 7. However, the game's director Naoki Hamaguchi, has a surprising choice for hi...
Why it matters: Final Fantasy 7 Revelation Director Shares His Favorite... signals what players want next.
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‘Interview With the Vampire’ Transforms Into ‘The Vampire Lestat’ for a Gloriously Glam Season 3: TV Review
Throughout the third season of AMC’s “Interview With the Vampire,” characters speak with equal parts dread, anticipation and awe of something called the “Great Transformation.” The phrase has its own meaning within Anne Rice’s lush, grandiose world of bloodsuckers and spell-ca...
Why it matters: ‘Interview With the Vampire’ Transforms Into ‘The Vampire... is generating industry buzz.
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J. Rey, Guapdad 4000, H3Rizon Headline 4th Annual ‘Filipino Forces’ Event in Los Angeles: ‘Heritage in High Definition’
Powerhouses across industries gathered in Los Angeles to celebrate the Filipinos opening doors and shaping culture today
Rolling Stone reports: J. Rey, Guapdad 4000, H3Rizon Headline 4th Annual... — this is making waves across platforms.
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Trump Administration Lawsuit Against Kennedy Center Christmas Jazz Musician Dismissed
Judge withdraws $1 million breach of contract lawsuit against Chuck Redd, citing Washington, D.C.'s anti-SLAPP protections
Why it matters: Trump Administration Lawsuit Against Kennedy Center Christmas Jazz... could define this era of music.
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See the Setlist for Ariana Grande’s “The Eternal Sunshine Tour” Kick-Off
The setlist at Oakland Arena leaned on songs from her last studio album punctuated by hits across her career. See the Setlist for Ariana Grande’s “The Eternal Sunshine Tour” Kick-Off Travis Bland
Bottom line from Consequence of Sound: this could define this era of music.
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Box Office: ‘Scary Movie’ Stuns With $55M, ‘Masters of the Universe’ Lands at $29.3M
'Backrooms’, now A24’s top-grossing title of all time, and Focus stand-out ’Obsession’ take the No. 3 and No. 4 slots with $25.9 million and $25.6 million, respectively.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
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U.S. floats steering frozen Iran assets to Gulf allies for repairs
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has directed his team to assess conditions among US allies in the region and request comprehensive estimates.
The big picture: U.S. floats steering frozen Iran assets to Gulf... — may shift market dynamics.
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Donald Trump Loses It On ‘Meet The Press’ Moderator Kristen Welker, Cuts Interview Off As She Fact Checks Rigged Election Claims
Donald Trump cut an interview off with Meet the Press moderator Kristen Welker, amid a verbal back-and-forth as she challenged him for evidence of claims that the 2020 election was rigged and that there are vote-counting shenanigans now occurring in California. “You’re a one-s...
Bottom line from Deadline: this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
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Star Wars Zero Company, the XCOM-like strategy game, gets a release date
EA has dropped a cinematic teaser for its upcoming Star Wars game, Star Wars Zero Company, and confirmed a release date: 27th August, 2026. Read more
Why it matters: Star Wars Zero Company, the XCOM-like strategy game,... is generating hype in the community.
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Ro Laren Stars In Star Trek Horror Game From Silent Hill Remake Makers
Shortly after debuting their Saw adaptation, the Polish horror studio announced they will be putting a hot-headed Bajoran through the wringer as well
Bottom line from Kotaku: this may set a new standard for the genre.
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Repair Cafes, the Buy Nothing Project and tool libraries are part of an anticonsumerism trend rejecting mass-produced disposable goods
“Even if Repair Cafes can’t solve the problem alone, then still they are a very clear sign that change is needed on a much higher level.”
Fortune reports: Repair Cafes, the Buy Nothing Project and tool... — this signals changing business strategies.
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Sony Will Pay Out $7.85M in PlayStation Store Credit as Part of Game Voucher Settlement
The allocated payment will go to your PlayStation Network wallet after the final approval hearing.
CNET reports: Sony Will Pay Out $7.85M in PlayStation Store... — this may redefine how we interact with devices.
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List of all Nintendo Switch 2 games with a game-key card release
Following the launch of Nintendo Switch 2, we’re putting together a complete list of Nintendo Switch 2 games with a game-key card release. This is a new approach to physical media, which has seen a mixed reaction. In a way, it’s a hybrid between a true physical release and a d...
Why it matters: List of all Nintendo Switch 2 games with... is generating hype in the community.
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‘The Vampire Lestat’ Review: Sam Reid Reigns Over a Berserko Camp Remix of ‘Interview with a Vampire’
The third season of Rolin Jones' Anne Rice adaptation — retitled to reflect its significant shift in POV — passes Lestat (Sam Reid) the mic, so the licentious drama queen can respond to the book about him — and rock the f*ck out.
The big picture: ‘The Vampire Lestat’ Review: Sam Reid Reigns Over... — reflects evolving audience tastes.
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Japanese Gothic is a gorgeously grotesque ghost story
I'll give the usual caveat: The horror novel Japanese Gothic is best experienced going in with as little information as possible. Content warnings for graphic gore, scenes of domestic violence, self-harm, and mental illness. If you're okay with that, then consider pausing here...
Bottom line from The Verge: this could change how developers build software.
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Iran Court Upholds Prison Sentence, Travel Ban for Jafar Panahi
An Iranian court upheld its original verdict against the Oscar-nominated director of 'It Was Just an Accident,' finding him guilty of “propaganda against the regime.”
The big picture: Iran Court Upholds Prison Sentence, Travel Ban for... — is generating industry buzz.
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Box Office: ‘Scary Movie’ Scores Franchise-Best $55 Million Opening, ‘Masters of the Universe’ Stumbles With $29.3 Million
It’s a horror trifecta. Paramount’s “Scary Movie” ruled at box office with $55 million in its opening weekend, extending an unexpected streak for, well, scary movies in the height of summer movie season. The R-rated parody was joined at the top of North American charts by “Bac...
Variety reports: Box Office: ‘Scary Movie’ Scores Franchise-Best $55 Million... — this could reshape the box office conversation.
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‘Scary Movie’ Roars Around The Globe With Franchise Best $105M WW Opening; ‘Masters Of The Universe’ No Muscle With $54M WW – Global Box Office
REFRESH FOR UPDATES….Paramount and Miramax brought big screens comedies back this weekend as Scary Movie hit a franchise best opening at $105.5M around the globe. Divided up that was a $55M domestic best star for the Wayans brothers starring and written film and another $50.5M...
Deadline reports: ‘Scary Movie’ Roars Around The Globe With Franchise... — this signals where Hollywood is headed.
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Morgan Wallen Snatches Security Guard’s Phone and Chucks It Into Crowd
At the Pittsburgh concert he *didn't* cancel. Morgan Wallen Snatches Security Guard’s Phone and Chucks It Into Crowd Alex Young
Bottom line from Consequence of Sound: this is making waves across platforms.
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Scott Pelley Opens Up on ‘60 Minutes’ Firing, Calls for Bari Weiss’ Removal: “CBS News Is on Fire”
"We need adult supervision and at the moment we don’t have it," he told The New York Times in his first interview since his dismissal.
Hollywood Reporter reports: Scott Pelley Opens Up on ‘60 Minutes’ Firing,... — this is generating industry buzz.
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Paramounts Warner Bros. acquisition to face lawsuit from US States
California, New York, and more are preparing legal action against the Paramount Skydance/Warner Bros. acquisition.
The big picture: Paramounts Warner Bros. acquisition to face lawsuit from... — signals a shift in how we use technology.
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Watch Olivia Rodrigo Debut a New Song With the Cure’s Robert Smith
The duo performed “What’s Wrong With Me” at Rodrigo’s surprise Primavera Sound set last night
Pitchfork reports: Watch Olivia Rodrigo Debut a New Song With... — this taps into a cultural moment.
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Gas over $4 looks like tipping point as Walmart customers don’t fill tanks, fast food loses cheapest diners
“Gas is a kind of catalyst. It trickles down into the entire budget. We’re trying to keep everything as normal as possible.”
Fortune reports: Gas over $4 looks like tipping point as... — this could affect investors and consumers alike.
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Study explains why shoppers avoid plant-based proteins
Incorporating more plant-based proteins could help people save on their grocery bill, but new research has found that it's not so simple when it comes to choices at the supermarket. Simon Fraser University researchers peeked into more than 87,000 grocery carts in Canada and Fi...
The big picture: Study explains why shoppers avoid plant-based proteins — challenges existing scientific assumptions.
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Scott Pelley, In First Interview Since ’60 Minutes’ Firing, Accuses CBS News Brass Of “Subtle Political Bias,” Says They “Don’t Know What They’re Doing”
In his first interview since his firing from 60 Minutes, Scott Pelley said that CBS News editor in chief Bari Weiss and the network’s leadership are engaged in “subtle political bias” to influence the show, while he said that the brass “don’t know what they’re doing.” In an in...
The big picture: Scott Pelley, In First Interview Since ’60 Minutes’... — may set a new benchmark for the genre.
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Anycubic Photon Mono 4 dips below $190 saving you 21% off its retail price — Amazon deal saves $50 on this entry-level resin 3D printer
The Anycubic Photon Mono 4 is on-sale at $189.99, giving you a $50 discount and saving you 21% off its retail price.
Why it matters: Anycubic Photon Mono 4 dips below $190 saving... could change how developers build software.
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Zohran on Trump becoming first sitting president at the NBA Finals: ‘We’re excited to welcome anyone and everyone who’s rooting for the Knicks’
Trump is making a rare trip back to New York City as president to cheer for them in Game 3 of the NBA Finals against the San Antonio Spurs on Monday night.
Fortune reports: Zohran on Trump becoming first sitting president at... — this could affect investors and consumers alike.
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MSI, Gigabyte debut new 5K 27-inch Mini-LED monitors with 2,304 dimming zones and glossy panel — both models double the native 180 Hz refresh rate to 330 Hz at 1440p
New Mini-LED monitors from MSI and Gigabyte featuring 5K panels with 2,304 dimming zones and glossy coatings have just been announced. These feature dual- and even triple-mode support, along with full-fat DP 2.1 80 Gbps ports and high peak brightness numbers for HDR. They're a...
Bottom line from Tom's Hardware: this signals a shift in how we use technology.
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C0XMO botnet spreads via DD-WRT router flaw, kills rival malware
A new variant of the Gafgyt botnet called C0XMO is targeting DD-WRT router firmware and can move to other device types with various CPU architectures. [...]
Why it matters: C0XMO botnet spreads via DD-WRT router flaw, kills... highlights growing cyber threats.
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The Virtual OS Museum lets you relive over 600 operating systems right on your desktop
The Virtual OS Museum isn't a physical place, it's a collection of over 1,700 distinct installations of over 600 operating systems for over 250 platforms that you can download and run via emulation right on your computer. It's largely the work of one man, Andrew Warkentin, a d...
Why it matters: The Virtual OS Museum lets you relive over... reshapes the tech landscape.
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The Best Stardew Valley-Like Is Finally Hitting 1.0 With A Big Update
Since Stardew Valley came along to reinvigorate the cozy farm sim, many games have tried to emulate the formula and add their own twists with varying degrees of success. In all that time none have come as close to matching or exceeding Stardew as Fields of Mistria, and it's co...
Why it matters: The Best Stardew Valley-Like Is Finally Hitting 1.0... may set a new standard for the genre.
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Silent Ransom Group targets law firms with fake IT support calls
The Silent Ransom Group extortion gang is actively targeting U.S. law firms and professional services organizations in social engineering attacks that often lead to data theft within hours of initial contact, according to a new report by cybersecurity firm Mandiant. [...]
BleepingComputer reports: Silent Ransom Group targets law firms with fake... — this exposes vulnerabilities that affect millions.
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Tribeca 2026 After Hours: A Guide to the Fest’s Best After Parties and Events
As New York City braces for a stretch of 80-degree days this week, Tribeca’s 25th anniversary edition is also bringing some serious heat to New York’s after-hours circuit. Running June 3-14, this year’s festival opened with Questlove’s new Earth, Wind & Fire documentary and a ...
Variety reports: Tribeca 2026 After Hours: A Guide to the... — this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
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See Olivia Rodrigo Reunite With the Cure’s Robert Smith for New Song ‘What’s Wrong With Me’
Singer debuts her latest You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love track during surprise set at Primavera Sound
The big picture: See Olivia Rodrigo Reunite With the Cure’s Robert... — reflects the changing sound of the industry.
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Judge Tosses Trump Team’s Suit Against Drummer for Canceling Kennedy Center Concert
Drummer Chuck Redd had backed out of the show after Trump's name was added to the Kennedy Center. Judge Tosses Trump Team’s Suit Against Drummer for Canceling Kennedy Center Concert Travis Bland
Why it matters: Judge Tosses Trump Team’s Suit Against Drummer for... shows where the music business is headed.
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Hundreds of captives freed from Boko Haram mountain hideout
The group includes many women and children who were abducted in March from an area close to Cameroon.
Why it matters: Hundreds of captives freed from Boko Haram mountain... could reshape the global order.
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‘Long Story Short’ Creator Raphael Bob-Waksberg Knows It’s Best to ‘Find Meaning in the Work Itself’
IndieWire Honors: While accepting the Spark Award, the creator of the Netflix animated series discussed failure and what it's like for your passion project to be killed by "a man in a room whose boss is a spreadsheet."
Bottom line from IndieWire: this signals where Hollywood is headed.
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Dell’s new XPS 14 is better in almost every way
The 2026 XPS 14 is the best premium laptop we've seen from Dell in a while, with incredible build quality in a thin machine and good performance thanks to Intel's Core Ultra Series 3 "Panther Lake" chips. A bonus: Dell killed its lame "Premium Plus" naming scheme. XPS is so ba...
The big picture: Dell’s new XPS 14 is better in almost... — could change how developers build software.
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Hacked, leaked, and held for ransom: the worst breaches of 2026 so far
From a massive DOGE data breach and the hacking of critical energy and water systems to the hack of an FBI surveillance system, here are the most damaging security incidents and data breaches of 2026.
The big picture: Hacked, leaked, and held for ransom: the worst... — reshapes the tech landscape.
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The Delivery You Didn't Order: Breaking Down the 'Free Phone' Scam
If a phone you didn't order arrives on your doorstep, there's a good chance someone's trying to scam you. Here's how to recognize this scam and make sure you don't get tricked.
The big picture: The Delivery You Didn't Order: Breaking Down the... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
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Helldivers 2 will evolve major orders into galactic war campaigns later this month, with huge changes to mission distribution and Super Destroyers also in the works
Better ship customisation is also coming to Arrowhead's sci-fi shooter.
The big picture: Helldivers 2 will evolve major orders into galactic... — could shake up the gaming landscape.
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Trouble near the Milky Way: The Large Magellanic Cloud is ripping its smaller neighbor galaxy apart
The Magellanic Clouds are a pair of dwarf galaxies passing the Milky Way probably for the first time, but as they move they have been interacting with each other for billions of years.
Space.com reports: Trouble near the Milky Way: The Large Magellanic... — this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
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Inflation inside the electronics you buy may soon become a bit more sticky
Most consumers are not familiar with the role resin plays inside electronics like smartphones. A current shortage of the materials may push up prices.
Why it matters: Inflation inside the electronics you buy may soon... signals changing business strategies.
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Ukraine’s birds adapt to battlefield environment, weaving optical fiber nests for warmth — canny feathered friends repurpose scraps of this spun off insulator material
Birds in Donbas have been discovered feathering their nests with optical fiber.
Tom's Hardware reports: Ukraine’s birds adapt to battlefield environment, weaving optical... — this is one to watch for the industry.
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Gen Zers are arriving to college unable to even read a sentence—professors warn it could lead to a generation of anxious and lonely graduates
With Gen Z students struggling to read, academics have been forced to adapt—a move critics describe as “coddling” the next generation of workers.
Why it matters: Gen Zers are arriving to college unable to... reflects a broader economic trend.
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Gorillaz Introduced by Palestinian Activist at Primavera Sound
Aarab Barghouti, a Palestinian activist and son of imprisoned Palestinian political leader Marwan Barghouti, spoke prior to the band's performance. Gorillaz Introduced by Palestinian Activist at Primavera Sound Alex Young
Why it matters: Gorillaz Introduced by Palestinian Activist at Primavera Sound taps into a cultural moment.
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Terahertz biophotonics: Understanding the path towards practical applications for biological imaging
Biophotonics is a multidisciplinary field that involves the development and application of light-based technologies to study, monitor and treat biological systems. The ability to directly image cells and molecules has led to many fundamental discoveries in the past century. Mo...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
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Women often outlive men. Here's how they should approach their long-term care needs
In addition to typically living longer than their husbands, women also are more likely to need long-term care, which can be costly.
Bottom line from CNBC: this signals changing business strategies.
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How to get your money's worth from YouTube Premium
If you're going to spend about $20 a month anyway, here's how to make sure you're doing more than just avoiding ads.
Why it matters: How to get your money's worth from YouTube... reshapes the tech landscape.
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AMD's RDNA 5 gaming GPUs are coming late next year, according to AIBs at Computex — manufacturers expect new Team Red cards in the second half of 2027 alongside Nvidia
AIB partners for AMD at the Computex 2026 show floor have said they expect next-gen RDNA 5 gaming GPUs to land sometime in the second half of 2027, or maybe even in early 2028. That launch schedule lines up closely with Nvidia's RTX 60 series, which is also expected in late 20...
Why it matters: AMD's RDNA 5 gaming GPUs are coming late... could change how developers build software.
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New dummy units give our closest look yet at the iPhone Fold
We don’t know yet whether Apple will call it the iPhone Fold, iPhone Ultra, or something else — but everyone expects the company to announce its first foldable phone later this year. Via Sonny Dickson, these dummy unit photos give us our closest look yet at what we expect the ...
Why it matters: New dummy units give our closest look yet... signals a shift in how we use technology.
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Iran's World Cup team lands in Mexico amid US visa row
All of Iran's group games are in the US, but players and support staff will have to fly in and out of the country on match day.
BBC World reports: Iran's World Cup team lands in Mexico amid... — this has global implications.
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NYT Pips hints, answers for June 7, 2026
The New York Times' latest game, Pips, brings domino fun to your desktop. How to play Pips as well as hints in case you get stuck.
The big picture: NYT Pips hints, answers for June 7, 2026 — reshapes the tech landscape.
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ASML becomes Europe's most valuable company ever as analysts bet on higher EUV output — its market cap hit $674 billion this week
ASML closed Wednesday, June 3rd, as the most valuable company in European history, reaching a market cap of $668 billion.
The big picture: ASML becomes Europe's most valuable company ever as... — could change how developers build software.
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Ariana Grande Isn’t Concerned With Making Up for Lost Time at ‘Eternal Sunshine’ Tour Opener
During her first headlining concert performance since 2019, the pop veteran ditched the greatest hits format for a pointed setlist that creates an essential conversation between herself and her fans
Bottom line from Rolling Stone: this shows where the music business is headed.
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Use Android Auto? Don't make these 5 common mistakes that can hinder your ride
There's a good chance you're missing out on some cool Android Auto features by making these all-too-common mistakes.
Why it matters: Use Android Auto? Don't make these 5 common... is one to watch for the industry.
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Quantum circuits help AI overcome memory limitations with minimal new parameters
For millions of people, chatbots powered by large language models (LLMs) are now a key feature of everyday life. These AI systems are growing at a rapid pace, but scaling them up is becoming increasingly costly and resource-intensive.
Why it matters: Quantum circuits help AI overcome memory limitations with... opens new research frontiers.
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Kaouther Ben Hania on Funding Paradoxes and How “Every Movie Is Political”
The Oscar-nominated Tunisian director behind 'The Voice of Hind Rajab,' during a SXSW London appearance, also discussed the Western thirst for Global South trauma.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this signals where Hollywood is headed.
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Paul Anthony Kelly and Patrick Ball on Surviving ‘The Pitt’ Panic Attacks, Going Left-Handed to Become JFK Jr. and Playing Emotional TV Heartthrobs
This interview is part of Variety and CNN’s Actors on Actors series. Watch the full video interview now at CNN.com/Watch (or on the CNN app) and on Variety’s YouTube channel starting at 11:59 pm ET. Paul Anthony Kelly plays his first-ever professional acting role in “Love Stor...
Variety reports: Paul Anthony Kelly and Patrick Ball on Surviving... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
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Kill some time with these much needed distractions
Constantly being plugged into the news grind is mentally exhausting. Sometimes we just need to take a break, unwind, and do something fun. That’s why we’ve built up a collection of distracting time-wasters for when we need a break from being obsessively online. We figured you ...
The Verge reports: Kill some time with these much needed distractions — this may redefine how we interact with devices.
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Cities Can't Figure Out How to Turn Off Flock Cameras, So They're Using Trash Bags
After Dayton discovered its Flock cameras were sharing data with federal immigration enforcement, city workers reached for the only tool they could use: trash bags.
Why it matters: Cities Can't Figure Out How to Turn Off... is one to watch for the industry.
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CD Projekt Red's mysterious Project Hadar will be an 'emotional, open-world experience' similar to The Witcher 3 and Cyberpunk
A job posting reveals a few more details about CDPR's unannounced game.
Bottom line from PC Gamer: this may set a new standard for the genre.
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Tata Steel says new £1.25bn furnace may be delayed due to electrical issue
Plans for £1.25bn steel-making furnace may be delayed by electrical connectivity problem, Tata says.
BBC Business reports: Tata Steel says new £1.25bn furnace may be... — this signals changing business strategies.
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Google signs $920M monthly compute deal with SpaceX — company’s projected annual data center revenue to exceed its combined proceeds from Starlink, launch services, and AI in 2025
Google's $920-million-a-month deal with SpaceX will let it secure 110,000 Nvidia GPUs starting October 2026. This is the second data center deal that SpaceX has secured in a matter of weeks, especially as it's quickly approaching its IPO on June 12, 2026.
The big picture: Google signs $920M monthly compute deal with SpaceX... — could change how developers build software.
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Top Wall Street analysts recommend these 3 dividend stocks for solid returns
Investors seeking steady income can bolster their portfolios by adding dividend stocks with attractive yields.
The big picture: Top Wall Street analysts recommend these 3 dividend... — reflects a broader economic trend.
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RetroPad is a ‘full-feature-parity version of Notepad from XP’ in just 2,749 bytes — x86 assembly coded apps comes from Windows legend Dave W Plummer
A 'full-feature-parity version of Notepad' has been written in x86 assembly and it weighs in at under 3KB.
Bottom line from Tom's Hardware: this could change how developers build software.
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Tons of new Final Fantasy 7 Revelation details
A truckload of Final Fantasy 7 Revelation details have come in following this week’s announcement. After two entries in the Final Fantasy 7 remake series, Square Enix will finally end the trilogy next year. Denfaminico Gamer caught up with Naoki Hamaguchi after the reveal at S...
Bottom line from Nintendo Everything: this could shake up the gaming landscape.
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Tribeca Festival Condemns Palestinian ‘Dog Rape’ Joke Made on ‘The Wedding Entertainer’ Red Carpet: ‘Human Suffering Should Never Be Mocked’
The Tribeca Festival has condemned the jokes made on the red carpet of “The Wedding Entertainer (The Tale of Moishe Badhan)” by comedian Elon Gold and influencer Lizzy Savetsky about the rape of Palestinians, calling them “offensive and unacceptable.” In a clip that was widely...
Bottom line from Variety: this could reshape the box office conversation.
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iPhone 18: What We Know About Apple's Next Flagship Lineup
The iPhone 18 rumor mill is pointing toward Apple's foldable debut, a bigger battery, a variable-aperture camera and a split 2026-27 release schedule. Plus, there might be new dark cherry and light blue colors.
Why it matters: iPhone 18: What We Know About Apple's Next... could change how developers build software.
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What e-reader tablets do published authors use? My survey found results beyond the Kindle
Authors share their top picks of the best e-readers for reading novels, magazines, comics, and more - with some surprise picks.
The big picture: What e-reader tablets do published authors use? My... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
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Harry's and Coterie owner Mammoth Brands has ambitions to be the next CPG giant
Mammoth's direct-to-consumer brands have helped upend the razor, diaper and deodorant categories.
Why it matters: Harry's and Coterie owner Mammoth Brands has ambitions... hints at where the money is moving.
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Xbox Games Showcase 2026: Start Time, How To Watch, And What To Expect
You've sat through numerous video game livestreams this week, but at long last, the finish is in sight--the very green finish line that is, as the Xbox Game Showcase is capping off the first week of Not-E3 season with a deep dive into games from across its portfolio of first-p...
The big picture: Xbox Games Showcase 2026: Start Time, How To... — could shake up the gaming landscape.
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AI ‘content creators’ are getting harder to spot
This is The Stepback, a weekly newsletter breaking down one essential story from the tech world. For more on AI confusion, follow Robert Hart. The Stepback arrives in our subscribers' inboxes at 8AM ET. Opt in for The Stepback here. How it started At first, AI influencers were...
Bottom line from The Verge: this could change how developers build software.
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Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, Season 4 adds a mode that removes OmniMovement and a gun that aims for you—perfect for players who can't be bothered to play anymore
Black Ops classic offers "streamlined" loadouts and a "throwback" map roster.
The big picture: Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, Season 4... — could shake up the gaming landscape.
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Russia’s new ‘Starlink‑Style’ Rassvet fleet loses its first satellite after weeks — Object 4 drops out of orbit but 15 others remain
Object 4, one of 16 satellites in the first operational batch of Russia's Rassvet broadband network, re-entered Earth's atmosphere on approximately June 6th.
Bottom line from Tom's Hardware: this could change how developers build software.
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'Rick and Morty' creators on their inspirations as season 9 tackles the multiverse, evolution, and a kung-fu fight in a Trader Joe's parking lot (interview)
'This season in a lot of ways is a celebration and I think you can feel it in everything'
Space.com reports: 'Rick and Morty' creators on their inspirations as... — this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
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The feature Apple needs to make HomePod stand out isn't audio-related
Few smart speakers have assistants with as much potential as Siri. A meaningful upgrade would make the HomePod my first choice.
Bottom line from ZDNet: this could change how developers build software.
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Developer gets Half-Life running at 30 FPS on a Nokia N95 — proves 2007 phones can just about match 1998 PCs
Argentine developer Dante Leoncini has gotten the original Half-Life running at 30 FPS on a Nokia N95, the Symbian slider phone that launched in 2007.
The big picture: Developer gets Half-Life running at 30 FPS on... — could change how developers build software.
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OpenAI says "chat is dead" and plans to rebuild ChatGPT as a full-blown agent app
OpenAI is planning the biggest overhaul of ChatGPT since its launch. The chatbot will become a "superapp" bundling coding tools, AI agents, and partner apps like Canva and Booking.com. "Chat is dead," the company says internally. The future supposedly belongs to agents that ha...
Why it matters: OpenAI says "chat is dead" and plans to... marks a new chapter in AI development.
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MacBook Neo vs. Dell XPS 13 (2026): I've used both budget laptops - this one wins for now
Dell's new 13-inch XPS starts at just $599 with student pricing, making it a direct competitor to the Neo. But is it any better?
The big picture: MacBook Neo vs. Dell XPS 13 (2026): I've... — could change how developers build software.
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Autonomous AI screening flags unreliable Lyme test results, boosting sensitivity to 95.7%
Computational point-of-care sensors can significantly improve access to diagnostics by enabling rapid patient testing outside centralized medical facilities. These tests rely on machine learning models to make diagnostic predictions, but such inference models are susceptible t...
Phys.org reports: Autonomous AI screening flags unreliable Lyme test results,... — this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
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You May Not Need a Giant Chef’s Knife When a Midsize Knife Does the Trick
These 5- to 6-inch blades are the secret workhorses of the kitchen, whether you’re a smaller person, have smaller hands, or just desire a smaller but still high-functioning knife.
Why it matters: You May Not Need a Giant Chef’s Knife... reshapes the tech landscape.
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Satisfactory's first major update in a year brings back rain, adds fuel trucks and overhauls vehicle pathfinding, but Steam Deck players should approach with caution
Rain check.
PC Gamer reports: Satisfactory's first major update in a year brings... — this could shake up the gaming landscape.
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Elegoo Jupiter 2 Resin 3D Printer review: The giant returns for round two
Elegoo’s Jupiter 2 is a resin powerhouse with a large print area and 16K high-quality 3D printing at a reasonable price.
Bottom line from Tom's Hardware: this is one to watch for the industry.
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AMD reaches almost 45% CPU share in the latest Steam Hardware Survey for Windows gaming PCs — Ryzen is steadily gaining ground against Intel's legacy domination
The latest Steam Hardware Survey is out and it's showing positive signs of growth for AMD, while Intel is unfortunately on a decline. The Red Team posted its best-ever CPU market share numbers in May 2026 with 45% of all CPUs on Windows being from AMD, while Intel is down to 5...
Why it matters: AMD reaches almost 45% CPU share in the... signals a shift in how we use technology.
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Ludicrous overclock slams 1.7 volts into 6700K in an attempt to stop CPU from bottlenecking an RTX 3080 — 5.2 GHz on aging four-core pushes GPU utilization from 60% to 74%
YouTuber challenges himself to alleviate a CPU bottleneck with a Core i7-6700K paired with an RTX 3080 through overclocking.
The big picture: Ludicrous overclock slams 1.7 volts into 6700K in... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
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Watch Shania Twain play intimate, 200-capacity show at The Shacklewell Arms in London
It comes ahead of her opening for Harry Styles on his record-breaking 12-night run at Wembley Stadium next week The post Watch Shania Twain play intimate, 200-capacity show at The Shacklewell Arms in London appeared first on NME.
Bottom line from NME: this could define this era of music.
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First nonrepeating biological clock discovered in C. elegans guides growth
Imagine a train parked at the station. Passengers climb aboard and find their seats. Conductors move up and down the aisles, checking tickets. But there's a problem—the engineer's watch is broken. As a result, the doors never close, the whistle never sounds, and the train neve...
Why it matters: First nonrepeating biological clock discovered in C. elegans... opens new research frontiers.
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Xbox Games Showcase 2026 live report - all the news and announcements as Asha Sharma presents for the first time
The Xbox Games Showcase is today, Sunday 7th June, at 6pm BST (7pm CEST / 1pm EDT / 10am PDT), and we're covering all the news and announcements from live, right here, in this article. Read more
Eurogamer reports: Xbox Games Showcase 2026 live report - all... — this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
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Hegseth attacks Europe over migration with beach 'invasion' D-Day speech
The US defence secretary was speaking in Normandy, 82 years after allied forces launched their operation to liberate Nazi-occupied north-western Europe.
The big picture: Hegseth attacks Europe over migration with beach 'invasion'... — reflects broader geopolitical shifts.
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