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‘Once Upon a Time in Harlem’ Review: A Vital Celebration of the Harlem Renaissance, as Captured One Magical Evening in 1972

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-02-03

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Premiering at Sundance, the documentary is compiled from footage taken by director David Greaves and his late father, William Greaves, of a gathering of Black luminaries in Duke Ellington's home.

Why it matters

Premiering at Sundance, the documentary is compiled from footage taken by director David Greaves and his late father, William Greaves, of a…

Department of Justice appeals Google search monopoly ruling

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-02-03

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On Tuesday, the Department of Justice and the plaintiffs in the antitrust case against Google filed a cross-appeal, as the DOJ Antitrust Division announced in a post on X: "Today, the DOJ Antitrust Division filed notice that it will cross-appeal from the remedies decisions in its case against Google's unlawful…

Why it matters

On Tuesday, the Department of Justice and the plaintiffs in the antitrust case against Google filed a cross-appeal, as the DOJ Antitrust…

E-40 & Too Short to Perform at 2026 NFL Honors

Billboard.com billboard.com · 2026-02-03

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Presenters for the show include Druski, WWE superstar Seth Rollins, Tiffany Haddish, Tracy Morgan and Madelyn Cline.

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Presenters for the show include Druski, WWE superstar Seth Rollins, Tiffany Haddish, Tracy Morgan and Madelyn Cline.

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Take-Two hit pause on the Switch 2 port of Borderlands 4

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-03

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2K owner Take-Two has paused development on Borderlands 4 for the Nintendo Switch 2, the company shared during its Q3 2026 earnings presentation. The Switch 2 port was originally planned to be released on October 3, 2025, a few weeks after the game's September 12 launch on all other platforms, but was indefinitely…

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2K owner Take-Two has paused development on Borderlands 4 for the Nintendo Switch 2, the company shared during its Q3 2026 earnings…

Slopaganda goes West

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-02-03

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After right-wing YouTuber Nick Shirley's viral video alleging fraud at Minnesota daycares he said were operated by Somali residents, Donald Trump's administration responded by flooding the state with federal immigration agents and freezing funding for childcare services. (A judge ruled that the federal government must…

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After right-wing YouTuber Nick Shirley's viral video alleging fraud at Minnesota daycares he said were operated by Somali residents, Donald…

The Real Reason Timothée Chalamet Has Been Thanking Kylie Jenner

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-02-03

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Yes, he's been acknowledging his three-year partner, but it's recently been revealed that he's also utilizing these moments for another purpose.

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Yes, he's been acknowledging his three-year partner, but it's recently been revealed that he's also utilizing these moments for another…

Borderlands 4 for Switch 2 is on ‘pause’

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-02-03

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Development on the Nintendo Switch 2 version of Borderlands 4 is on "pause," according to a statement from a Take-Two spokesperson given to Variety. "We made the difficult decision to pause development on that SKU," Take-Two spokesperson Alan Lewis said in the statement published by Variety. "Our focus continues to be…

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Development on the Nintendo Switch 2 version of Borderlands 4 is on "pause," according to a statement from a Take-Two spokesperson given to…

Savannah Guthrie Pulls Out of NBC’s Winter Olympics Coverage as Mother Remains Missing

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-02-03

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The 'Today' co-host's mom, Nancy Guthrie, was reported missing on Sunday, with her disappearance now being treated as a possible kidnapping or abduction.

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The 'Today' co-host's mom, Nancy Guthrie, was reported missing on Sunday, with her disappearance now being treated as a possible kidnapping…

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David Byrne adds more UK and Ireland shows to summer 2026 ‘Who Is The Sky?’ world tour

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-02-03

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The former Talking Heads frontman has announced new shows in Dublin, Halifax, Edinburgh and Cardiff The post David Byrne adds more UK and Ireland shows to summer 2026 ‘Who Is The Sky?’ world tour appeared first on NME.

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The former Talking Heads frontman has announced new shows in Dublin, Halifax, Edinburgh and Cardiff The post David Byrne adds more UK and…

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Beloved Baldur's Gate 3 Characters Are Getting New Magic The Gathering Cards

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-02-03

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Another Magic: The Gathering Secret Lair Superdrop is on its way, two weeks after the Fallout TV show featured in a quartet of themed drops. This time, however, there are seven drops themed around Dungeons & Dragons, and two of them focus on fan-favorite heroes from Baldur's Gate 3.Shadowheart, Dark JusticiarFirst…

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Another Magic: The Gathering Secret Lair Superdrop is on its way, two weeks after the Fallout TV show featured in a quartet of themed…

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Generative AI Is Not Going To "Eat" The Games Industry, Expert Says

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-02-03

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Recently, popular video game stocks like GTA 6 owner Take-Two ($TTWO), game development engine Unity ($U), and sandbox game Roblox ($RBLX) saw huge sell-offs that hammered share prices in the wake of Google's announcement of a new generative AI tool called Project Genie.The product claims it can create worlds…

Why it matters

Recently, popular video game stocks like GTA 6 owner Take-Two ($TTWO), game development engine Unity ($U), and sandbox game Roblox ($RBLX)…

The four best Super Bowl TV deals we found

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-02-03

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The Super Bowl is not only one of the biggest sporting events in the world, it’s also one of the best times of year to find a deal on a big TV. For major events in particular, a large TV makes sense because it provides a more immersive experience and allows for groups of friends […]

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The Super Bowl is not only one of the biggest sporting events in the world, it’s also one of the best times of year to find a deal on a big…

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Take-Two Pauses ‘Borderlands 4’ Nintendo Switch 2 Release; CEO Addresses Pulling ‘GTA Online’ User-Created Charlie Kirk Mission

Variety.com variety.com · 2026-02-03

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Take-Two Interactive revealed it is pausing development on its Nintendo Switch 2 edition of “Borderlands 4” in its latest quarterly earnings results Tuesday. The title’s Switch 2 release was removed from Take-Two’s chart of upcoming games (where it was previously listed as having a…

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Take-Two Interactive revealed it is pausing development on its Nintendo Switch 2 edition of “Borderlands 4” in its latest…

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Top 10 Best-Selling Video Games Of All Time, Including New Heights For GTA 5

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-02-03

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These games have sold a few copies…With the rise in popularity and prominence of free-to-play games like Fortnite, CS: GO, PUBG, and others, games are reaching astounding player counts and tallying huge amounts of play time. But in terms of sales numbers for paid games, what are the best-selling games of all time?…

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These games have sold a few copies…With the rise in popularity and prominence of free-to-play games like Fortnite, CS: GO, PUBG, and…

Zara Larsson’s 2026 Chart Breakthrough Proves 2016 Is Truly Back

Billboard.com billboard.com · 2026-02-03

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Here's how Swedish pop powerhouse leveraged a dolphin meme, TikTok and Y2K aesthetics to a major Hot 100 comeback.

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Here's how Swedish pop powerhouse leveraged a dolphin meme, TikTok and Y2K aesthetics to a major Hot 100 comeback.

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GTA 6 Still On Track For November Release, Marketing Campaign Kicks Off This Summer

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-02-03

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As part of Take-Two's earnings announcement today, the company confirmed that Rockstar's Grand Theft Auto VI remains on track for release on November 19, 2026. There was no reason to believe it might be delayed again, but the company said today that it remains on track.GTA 6 was originally set to release in Fall 2025…

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As part of Take-Two's earnings announcement today, the company confirmed that Rockstar's Grand Theft Auto VI remains on track for release…

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‘Battlefield 6’ Launch Drives Record Sales for Electronic Arts in Latest Quarterly Earnings

Variety.com variety.com · 2026-02-03

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Electronic Arts had a notably good October-December quarter thanks to the hugely popular “Battlefield 6.” According to EA’s latest earnings results, released Tuesday, preliminary sales figures for the quarter reach $3 billion, a year-over-year increase of 38%. EA says the majority of those net…

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Electronic Arts had a notably good October-December quarter thanks to the hugely popular “Battlefield 6.” According to…

A Timeline of Cardi B & Stefon Diggs’ Relationship

Billboard.com billboard.com · 2026-02-03

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The NFL player & Grammy-winning rapper started dating after the latter's split from Offset.

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The NFL player & Grammy-winning rapper started dating after the latter's split from Offset.

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X's Paris HQ raided by French prosecutors

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-03

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Paris prosecutors announced that a search was underway at offices belong to Elon Musk’s X platform as part of an ongoing investigation first launched in January 2025. The raid is being conducted by Paris and national cybercrime units, with support from Interpol, according to post from Paris prosecutors on X. Officials…

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Paris prosecutors announced that a search was underway at offices belong to Elon Musk’s X platform as part of an ongoing investigation…

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ChatGPT is down for many users this afternoon

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-03

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If you've had trouble using ChatGPT today, you aren't alone. The AI chatbot is experiencing a partial outage for many users this afternoon. Down Detector reports of issues with the service leapt from almost nothing to more than 12,000 around 3PM ET. Down DetectorOpenAI issued a status update noting that…

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If you've had trouble using ChatGPT today, you aren't alone. The AI chatbot is experiencing a partial outage for many users this afternoon.…

Elon Musk is merging SpaceX and xAI to build data centers in space — or so he says

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-02-03

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On Monday, Elon Musk announced that he was merging two of his companies, SpaceX and xAI, in a deal said to be worth $1.25 trillion. The reason, Musk said in an announcement, was that in order for AI to grow, it needed to go to space. AI relies on "large terrestrial data centers" that run […]

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On Monday, Elon Musk announced that he was merging two of his companies, SpaceX and xAI, in a deal said to be worth $1.25 trillion. The…

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Take A Look At These Two Chappell Roan Fortnite Skins Coming This Week

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-02-03

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After a few weeks of rumors, Epic Games finally revealed that Chappell Roan will be the next Fortnite Festival headlining artist when the new music pass launches on Thursday, February 5. As is usually the case with these things, Roan will have a skin, the Pink Pony Club jam track, and other cosmetics on the new…

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After a few weeks of rumors, Epic Games finally revealed that Chappell Roan will be the next Fortnite Festival headlining artist when the…

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Alamo Drafthouse's Resident Evil-Inspired Menu Includes A Jill Sandwich

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-02-03

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Resident Evil Requiem is just a few weeks away, but Alamo Drafthouse is starting the party early with its Resident Evil-inspired menu for its upcoming free screenings. Jill Valentine may not be in Requiem, but the original RE heroine is finally getting Jill's Sandwich, which is a play on the infamous line in the first…

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Resident Evil Requiem is just a few weeks away, but Alamo Drafthouse is starting the party early with its Resident Evil-inspired menu for…

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Elvis Costello & The Imposters with Charlie Sexton add more UK and European dates to 2026 ‘Radio Soul’ early songs tour

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-02-03

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They play London's O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire on June 20 The post Elvis Costello & The Imposters with Charlie Sexton add more UK and European dates to 2026 ‘Radio Soul’ early songs tour appeared first on NME.

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They play London's O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire on June 20 The post Elvis Costello & The Imposters with Charlie Sexton add more UK and…

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Rainbow Six Siege Loses Creative Director, Replacement Revealed

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-02-03

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Rainbow Six Siege creative director Alexander Karpazis is stepping down from his role on the game. Ubisoft announced in a blog post that Karpazis is giving up the role he's held since January 2022, with Ubisoft veteran Joshua Mills taking over in that role.Karpazis had worked on Siege for eight years and was…

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Rainbow Six Siege creative director Alexander Karpazis is stepping down from his role on the game. Ubisoft announced in a blog post that…

The Guess Who’s Epic Tour War Is Back With Another Lawsuit

Other rollingstone.com · 2026-02-03

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As the classic rock band's singer and guitarist kick off their first tour in decades, the fractured group's drummer and bassist say they lost millions over the cancellation of their rival two years ago

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As the classic rock band's singer and guitarist kick off their first tour in decades, the fractured group's drummer and bassist say they…

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MLB The Show 26 Takes Players From College To The Hall Of Fame

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-02-03

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Getting into the Baseball Hall of Fame is an impossible dream for most professional players, but that journey will be part of a new addition to MLB The Show 26. This year, the game will let players track their character through college and into the Major Leagues. And if they finish Road To The Show: Road to…

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Getting into the Baseball Hall of Fame is an impossible dream for most professional players, but that journey will be part of a new…

‘Saccharine’ Review: Midori Francis Navigates the Hallucinatory Minefield Between Body Image and Body Horror in Messy Weight-Loss Freakout

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-02-03

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Australian writer-director Natalie Erika James hitches eating disorders and corporeal revulsion to the East Asian cultural concept of the Hungry Ghost.

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Australian writer-director Natalie Erika James hitches eating disorders and corporeal revulsion to the East Asian cultural concept of the…

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‘Fortnite Festival’ Sets Chappell Roan as Season 13 Icon

Variety.com variety.com · 2026-02-03

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Grammy-winning popstar Chappell Roan will join “Fortnite Festival” as the next “Icon,” “Fortnite” maker Epic Games announced Tuesday. The “Red Wine Supernova” singer will appear as the headliner in Season 13 of the in-game event, which will kick off on Feb. 5.  A self-professed “Fortnite”…

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Grammy-winning popstar Chappell Roan will join “Fortnite Festival” as the next “Icon,” “Fortnite” maker Epic Games…

Microsoft says it’s building an app store for AI content licensing

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-02-03

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Microsoft says it is working on the Publisher Content Marketplace (PCM), an AI licensing hub that shows usage terms set by publishers. That way, AI companies can easily shop the terms and set up deals to use online content for "grounding" their AI models, while the content owners get usage-based reporting to help set…

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Microsoft says it is working on the Publisher Content Marketplace (PCM), an AI licensing hub that shows usage terms set by publishers. That…

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Apple just made Xcode better for vibe coding

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-03

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Apple has just released Xcode 26.3, and it's a big step forward in terms of the company's support of coding agents. The new release expands on the AI features the company introduced with Xcode 26 at WWDC 2025 to give systems like Claude and ChatGPT more robust access to its in-house IDE. With the update, Apple…

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Apple has just released Xcode 26.3, and it's a big step forward in terms of the company's support of coding agents. The new release expands…

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Charli XCX on how ‘Brat’ brought a “new audience” that “didn’t really get me”

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-02-03

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"How much you’re under scrutiny is a really interesting thing" The post Charli XCX on how ‘Brat’ brought a “new audience” that “didn’t really get me” appeared first on NME.

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"How much you’re under scrutiny is a really interesting thing" The post Charli XCX on how ‘Brat’ brought a “new…

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Did Fallout Season 2 Episode 7 Hint That The Worst Fallout: New Vegas Ending Could Be Canon?

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-02-03

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With The Ghoul reactivating Mr. House, Lucy discovering the mainframe of her father’s devices, and Maximus having to protect Freeside, the penultimate episode of Fallout season two raised the stakes for an all-out finale in New Vegas. Yet for as much time as this episode dedicated to building up relationships and…

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With The Ghoul reactivating Mr. House, Lucy discovering the mainframe of her father’s devices, and Maximus having to protect Freeside, the…

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Obsidian has no plans to make The Outer Worlds 3, likely due to poor sales

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-03

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Developer Obsidian recently announced that it currently has no plans to make The Outer Worlds 3, according to a report by Bloomberg. Company head Fergus Urquhart didn't give a reason as to why Obsidian won't be working on a sequel, but he did note that the performance of The Outer Worlds 2 was…

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Developer Obsidian recently announced that it currently has no plans to make The Outer Worlds 3, according to a report by Bloomberg.…

‘A Man on the Inside’ Renewed for Third Season at Netflix

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-02-03

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The comedy from creator Mike Schur stars Ted Danson as a retired professor turned investigator.

Why it matters

The comedy from creator Mike Schur stars Ted Danson as a retired professor turned investigator.

Tom Hiddleston Breaks Down That Isolating ‘Night Manager’ Finale: “An Extraordinary Place to Leave Someone”

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-02-03

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The star of the BBC and Prime Video series talks to The Hollywood Reporter about how the devastating deaths in the season two ending sets up a likely final season.

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The star of the BBC and Prime Video series talks to The Hollywood Reporter about how the devastating deaths in the season two ending sets…

Apple’s Xcode adds OpenAI and Anthropic’s coding agents

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-02-03

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Apple is building OpenAI and Anthropic's AI-powered coding agents directly into Xcode. New integrations in Xcode 26.3 will give developers the ability to call upon Anthropic's Claude Agent and OpenAI's Codex to write and edit code, update project settings, search documentation, and more. Xcode is the software…

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Apple is building OpenAI and Anthropic's AI-powered coding agents directly into Xcode. New integrations in Xcode 26.3 will give developers…

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Inside Video Game Giant Electronic Arts’ Multi-Year Deal With Stability AI: ‘One of My Biggest Worries Is That We Become Observers’

Variety.com variety.com · 2026-02-03

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Following Electronic Arts’ big go-private deal announcement last fall, the video game publisher made another splashy move: revealing a multi-year partnership with the James Cameron-backed Stability AI. A few months into the teamup, which also included “The Sims,” “Battlefield 6” and…

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Following Electronic Arts’ big go-private deal announcement last fall, the video game publisher made another splashy move: revealing…

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Bon Iver’s Justin Vernon responds after Megyn Kelly mocks his anti-ICE whistle at Grammys

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-02-03

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He explained on the red carpet that he wore the whistle "to represent all the observers in Minneapolis" The post Bon Iver’s Justin Vernon responds after Megyn Kelly mocks his anti-ICE whistle at Grammys appeared first on NME.

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He explained on the red carpet that he wore the whistle "to represent all the observers in Minneapolis" The post Bon Iver’s Justin…

Christa Lang, Actress, Producer and Widow of Samuel Fuller, Dies at 82

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-02-03

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She appeared in French New Wave movies for Roger Vadim, Claude Chabrol and Jean-Luc Godard before marrying the iconic American filmmaker in 1967.

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She appeared in French New Wave movies for Roger Vadim, Claude Chabrol and Jean-Luc Godard before marrying the iconic American filmmaker in…

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Sony Files Patent For Generative-AI Podcast Starring Game Characters

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-02-03

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Putting AI elements in games has already become a bigger part of the industry, and now Sony wants AI to talk about games as well. Sony has filed a patent for a generative AI podcast that would be starring its video game characters.The complete patent listing for Sony's LLM-based generative podcast for gamers puts…

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Putting AI elements in games has already become a bigger part of the industry, and now Sony wants AI to talk about games as well. Sony has…

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Switch 2 Price Could Go Up By $50 Or $100, Expert Predicts

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-02-03

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The Switch 2 could get a price hike in 2026, but how much more should people prepare to pay? According to Niko Partners analyst Daniel Ahmad, Nintendo may opt to raise the price of the Switch 2 by $50 or $100. The Switch 2 currently sells for $450 on its own or $500 with Mario Kart World.He said this against the…

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The Switch 2 could get a price hike in 2026, but how much more should people prepare to pay? According to Niko Partners analyst Daniel…

Kong and Godzilla Unite to Fight Savage Titan X in ’Monarch: Legacy of Monsters’ Season 2 Trailer

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-02-03

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During a press event in Santa Monica, Apple TV dropped new footage and welcomed cast members for a panel chat about what to expect from the monster face-off this season courtesy of Legendary Television.

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During a press event in Santa Monica, Apple TV dropped new footage and welcomed cast members for a panel chat about what to expect from the…

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Netflix's Ancient PS3 App Is Going Offline Next Month

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-02-03

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Bad news for PlayStation 3 owners hoping to watch Love is Blind on their CRT: Netflix is discontinuing the streaming app from Sony's legacy console a month from now.A Reddit post from a CRT-enthusiast community shared the announcement seen on the PS3 Netflix app, which reads: "Unfortunately, Netflix will no longer be…

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Bad news for PlayStation 3 owners hoping to watch Love is Blind on their CRT: Netflix is discontinuing the streaming app from Sony's legacy…

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Fitbit founders launch Luffu, a way to integrate your family's health data

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-03

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Fitbit's founders have a new startup. Two years after leaving Google, James Park and Eric Friedman announced a new platform that shifts the focus from the individual to the family. They say the Luffu mobile app "uses AI quietly in the background" to collect and organize family health information."At…

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Fitbit's founders have a new startup. Two years after leaving Google, James Park and Eric Friedman announced a new platform that shifts the…

Oscars Sets Production Team for 98th Academy Awards

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-02-03

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This year’s ceremony will air live on Mar. 15 from the Dolby Theatre at Ovation Hollywood.

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This year’s ceremony will air live on Mar. 15 from the Dolby Theatre at Ovation Hollywood.

The best deals on MacBooks right now

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-02-03

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Apple currently sells MacBooks equipped with its own M-series processors in a wide range of sizes and price points, all of which run the company’s newest operating system, macOS 26. Purchasing a new MacBook can be complicated if you’re trying to figure out what specs you need, but finding a deal on a relatively speedy…

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Apple currently sells MacBooks equipped with its own M-series processors in a wide range of sizes and price points, all of which run the…

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Photographer responds to Amyl & The Sniffers’ Amy Taylor “exploitation” lawsuit with restraining order petition

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-02-03

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Jamie Nelson filed the suit on December 9 The post Photographer responds to Amyl & The Sniffers’ Amy Taylor “exploitation” lawsuit with restraining order petition appeared first on NME.

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Jamie Nelson filed the suit on December 9 The post Photographer responds to Amyl & The Sniffers’ Amy Taylor…

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Lenny Kravitz announces massive London Gunnersbury Park gig for summer 2026 with Leon Thomas and more

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-02-03

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Joss Stone, Brooke Combe and De'Wayne are also on the line-up for the August 15 show The post Lenny Kravitz announces massive London Gunnersbury Park gig for summer 2026 with Leon Thomas and more appeared first on NME.

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Joss Stone, Brooke Combe and De'Wayne are also on the line-up for the August 15 show The post Lenny Kravitz announces massive London…

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Sony's WH-1000XM6 headphones are down to a record-low price

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-03

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Sony's wireless WH-1000XM6 headphones are on sale for $398 via Amazon. This is a record-low price, as it drops $62 from the price tag. The sale applies to all three colorways. These easily topped our list of the best wireless headphones. They are, in a word, fantastic. The headphones are packed with premium features,…

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Sony's wireless WH-1000XM6 headphones are on sale for $398 via Amazon. This is a record-low price, as it drops $62 from the price tag. The…

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30 Upcoming Horror Games That Will Terrify You In 2026 And Beyond

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-02-03

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No other medium can make you wish you'd left your lights on quite like horror games. There's a unique fear these games can generate in you, thanks to their interactive, dynamic nature, and looking ahead, we're expecting our hearts to be subjected to several dangerously high jolts with all the creepy entertainment on…

Why it matters

No other medium can make you wish you'd left your lights on quite like horror games. There's a unique fear these games can generate in you,…

“The First Trip There Was Just Wild:” Sony Pictures Classics’ Tom Bernard Recalls Sundance in All Its Glory

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-02-03

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The exec, who has bought more than 140 titles at the festival, shares memories of Robert Redford’s once-scrappy festival that transformed the town of Park City: “Each year you came, more and more of the mountains had million-dollar mansions on them.”

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The exec, who has bought more than 140 titles at the festival, shares memories of Robert Redford’s once-scrappy festival that transformed…

David Letterman to Exec Produce Paul Shaffer Feature Documentary

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-02-03

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The former ‘Late Night’ and ‘Late Show’ host is backing ‘Say Hello to Our Good Friend Paul Shaffer,’ a film about Letterman’s longtime sidekick and bandleader.

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The former ‘Late Night’ and ‘Late Show’ host is backing ‘Say Hello to Our Good Friend Paul Shaffer,’ a film about Letterman’s longtime…

French police raid X’s Paris office as UK investigation continues

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-02-03

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A raid on X's Paris office was carried out by the Paris prosecutor's cybercrime unit on Tuesday with Europol and French police as part of an ongoing investigation that expanded in July to include Grok. As previously reported by Reuters, Elon Musk and former X CEO Linda Yaccarino were also summoned for hearings in…

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A raid on X's Paris office was carried out by the Paris prosecutor's cybercrime unit on Tuesday with Europol and French police as part of…

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The best gifts for coffee lovers in 2026

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-03

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When it comes to making a great cup at home, us coffee nerds are constantly learning and love to try new things. Whether the person you’re shopping for is a newly indoctrinated pour over lover or obsessive over every brewing parameter, we’ve compiled a list of the best gear for coffee geeks that you can get. Spanning…

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When it comes to making a great cup at home, us coffee nerds are constantly learning and love to try new things. Whether the person you’re…

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BRIT Awards 2026: Mark Ronson to be honoured for Outstanding Contribution to Music

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-02-03

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The songwriter and producer said it was “the most meaningful honour of my career” The post BRIT Awards 2026: Mark Ronson to be honoured for Outstanding Contribution to Music appeared first on NME.

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The songwriter and producer said it was “the most meaningful honour of my career” The post BRIT Awards 2026: Mark Ronson to be honoured for…

The Switch is Nintendo’s best-selling console — and its most transformative

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-02-03

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Nintendo has had plenty of highs over its few decades in the video game industry. Popularizing home consoles with the NES, introducing new audiences to games through the Wii's motion controls, and the touchscreen Trojan horse that was the Nintendo DS, to name a few. But often these successes were followed by missteps;…

Why it matters

Nintendo has had plenty of highs over its few decades in the video game industry. Popularizing home consoles with the NES, introducing new…

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How much do VPNs cost?

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-03

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So you've decided you need a virtual private network to hide your browsing activity from your ISP, change your virtual location, stay safe on public Wi-Fi and enjoy all the other benefits. The inevitable next question is: "Should I pay for one? If so, how much?"All the best VPNs cost money, but it can be…

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So you've decided you need a virtual private network to hide your browsing activity from your ISP, change your virtual location, stay safe…

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Peaches to headline Great Escape 2026 Spotlight Show with 130 new artists announced

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-02-03

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New additions include The Lottery Winners, Keo, and Villanelle The post Peaches to headline Great Escape 2026 Spotlight Show with 130 new artists announced appeared first on NME.

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New additions include The Lottery Winners, Keo, and Villanelle The post Peaches to headline Great Escape 2026 Spotlight Show with 130 new…

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Warcraft IP Is "Underutilized," Blizzard Boss Says

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-02-03

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Blizzard executive Holly Longdale has stated that the Warcraft IP is "underutilized," suggesting that the company might have new projects or in store to help beef it up and make the most of it.To be sure, Blizzard has already expanded the Warcraft franchise in a number of ways, including the 2016 movie and the digital…

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Blizzard executive Holly Longdale has stated that the Warcraft IP is "underutilized," suggesting that the company might have new projects…

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Free Fortnite Cosmetics Are Coming To Get You To Buy More Games On Epic's Store

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-02-03

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Epic plans to juice game sales on its PC storefront by bundling free Fortnite cosmetics with third-party titles. The first such instance of this new "official program" appears to be Resident Evil Requiem, as people who preorder the game on the Epic Games Store will receive a Grace Ashcroft skin in the battle-royale…

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Epic plans to juice game sales on its PC storefront by bundling free Fortnite cosmetics with third-party titles. The first such instance of…

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Disney announces Josh D’Amaro will be its new CEO after Iger departs

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-03

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Stop me if you've heard this one before. Disney has announced a successor to outgoing CEO Bob Iger, effective in March. Josh D’Amaro, current chairman of Disney Experiences, was tapped for the role in a unanimous vote by the company's board of directors. D’Amaro has been at Disney for 28 years, where he oversaw theme…

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Stop me if you've heard this one before. Disney has announced a successor to outgoing CEO Bob Iger, effective in March. Josh D’Amaro,…

Kendrick Lamar Is Rap’s Most Decorated Grammy Winner

Other rollingstone.com · 2026-02-03

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Now with 27 wins, the rapper has blown past previous record-holder Jay-Z’s 24 wins and Kanye West’s 23

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Now with 27 wins, the rapper has blown past previous record-holder Jay-Z’s 24 wins and Kanye West’s 23

Broken Social Scene Return With First Album Since 2017

Other rollingstone.com · 2026-02-03

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The Canadian indie-rock collective’s Remember the Humans is their first collaboration with producer David Newfeld in more than 20 years

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The Canadian indie-rock collective’s Remember the Humans is their first collaboration with producer David Newfeld in more than 20 years

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February’s Xbox Game Pass additions include High on Life 2, Madden NFL 26 and Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-03

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Microsoft has revealed the first wave of Xbox Game Pass additions for February, and it feels like there's a bit of something for everyone this time around. Two of the titles land on the service today across the Game Pass Ultimate, Premium and PC Game Pass tiers: Final Fantasy II (cloud, Xbox Series X/S and PC) and…

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Microsoft has revealed the first wave of Xbox Game Pass additions for February, and it feels like there's a bit of something for everyone…

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Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2026: Everything we're expecting from the S26 launch

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-03

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Samsung’s 2025 was filled with new foldables, an ultra-thin new form factor and the launch of Google's XR platform. After making some announcements at CES 2026, the company is expected to host its first Galaxy Unpacked of the year in February to introduce the Galaxy S26 lineup. Official invites have yet to be shared,…

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Samsung’s 2025 was filled with new foldables, an ultra-thin new form factor and the launch of Google's XR platform. After making some…

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The Dyson PencilVac is finally available and costs $600

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-03

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The Dyson PencilVac stick vacuum is finally available for purchase in the US after being revealed . It costs $600. The company says this is the "world's slimmest vacuum cleaner." We haven't broken out any rulers to confirm that statement, but it's certainly a ridiculously thin stick vac. It achieves this thinness by…

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The Dyson PencilVac stick vacuum is finally available for purchase in the US after being revealed . It costs $600. The company says this is…

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‘Tecmo Bowl’ Movie in the Works From Tongal Based on Iconic ’80s Football Video Game (EXCLUSIVE)

Variety.com variety.com · 2026-02-03

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Tongal, a creator-driven studio and platform that worked on Pharrell Williams’ “Piece by Piece” movie, is developing a feature film based on Koei Tecmo’s classic ’80s football video game “Tecmo Bowl.” The studio, which has developed content for Netflix, The Lego Group, Pokemon,…

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Tongal, a creator-driven studio and platform that worked on Pharrell Williams’ “Piece by Piece” movie, is developing a feature…

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MSI Prestige 14 Flip AI+ review: An ultraportable for Arc Raiders, thanks to Intel's Panther Lake

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-03

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MSI Prestige 14 Flip AI+ is a surprisingly powerful ultraportable held back by a clunky trackpad. It's a shame, really, because it's very well-designed and thanks to Intel’s Panther Lake CPU, it can even run games like Arc Raiders without breaking a sweat. It also has more ports than most thin and light machines, its…

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MSI Prestige 14 Flip AI+ is a surprisingly powerful ultraportable held back by a clunky trackpad. It's a shame, really, because it's very…

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The first BTS concert in over three years will stream live on Netflix in March

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-03

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Netflix is back with another livestream production guaranteed to excite K-POP fans worldwide. The streamer has announced that BTS will be performing live on Netflix. It marks the band's first performance after almost four years — the members took a hiatus to complete South Korea's mandatory military service.  The…

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Netflix is back with another livestream production guaranteed to excite K-POP fans worldwide. The streamer has announced that BTS will be…

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Mandy, Indiana drop intense new single ‘Sicko!’ featuring Billy Woods

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-02-03

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"We wanted to create something with an artist we love" The post Mandy, Indiana drop intense new single ‘Sicko!’ featuring Billy Woods appeared first on NME.

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"We wanted to create something with an artist we love" The post Mandy, Indiana drop intense new single ‘Sicko!’ featuring Billy…

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Timothée Chalamet spent “six figures” of own money on ‘Saturday Night Live’ Bob Dylan performance

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-02-03

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The actor returned to 'SNL' last year to play some Dylan deep cuts with a live band featuring James Blake The post Timothée Chalamet spent “six figures” of own money on ‘Saturday Night Live’ Bob Dylan performance appeared first on NME.

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The actor returned to 'SNL' last year to play some Dylan deep cuts with a live band featuring James Blake The post Timothée Chalamet spent…

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Notepad++ says it was hijacked by Chinese state-sponsored hackers

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-03

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Last year, the creator of Notepad++ rolled out an update for the text and source code editor after security experts reported that bad actors were hijacking its update mechanism to redirect traffic to malicious servers. It led to users downloading compromised executables that could infect their devices. Now, Don Ho has…

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Last year, the creator of Notepad++ rolled out an update for the text and source code editor after security experts reported that bad…

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Spain set to ban social media for children under 16

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-03

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Spain will join the growing list of countries banning access to social media for children, Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez announced Tuesday. The law will apply to users under 16 years of age amidst a broader push to hold social media companies accountable for hate speech, social division and illegal content. Speaking at…

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Spain will join the growing list of countries banning access to social media for children, Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez announced Tuesday.…

After Historic Grammys Win, ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Singers to Perform Debut at BAFTAs

Other rollingstone.com · 2026-02-03

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EJAE, Audrey Nuna, and Rei Ami will perform the movie’s headline track, “Golden,” marking their first time performing live outside of the United States

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EJAE, Audrey Nuna, and Rei Ami will perform the movie’s headline track, “Golden,” marking their first time performing live outside of the…

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Amazon's Echo Show 8 and 11 are down to new all-time lows

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-03

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Amazon is running a sale on two of its newest devices. First, there's the Echo Show 8, which is down to $150 from $180 — a 17 percent discount. Next up is the Echo Show 11, which is more or less the same device, just bigger. This model has dropped 18 percent to $180 from $220. Both deals bring the Echo Shows down to…

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Amazon is running a sale on two of its newest devices. First, there's the Echo Show 8, which is down to $150 from $180 — a 17 percent…

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Mario Tennis Fever preview: A racket-smashing blast

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-03

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New Mario sports games typically only come around once in a generation. So to get a fresh installment of tennis featuring a deep roster of characters this early in the Switch 2's lifecycle is rather exciting. And after getting a chance to play Mario Tennis Fever prior to its official release on February 12, the best…

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New Mario sports games typically only come around once in a generation. So to get a fresh installment of tennis featuring a deep roster of…

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The Switch 2's Virtual Boy is a tribute to Nintendo's wackiest console

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-03

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Even in 2026, VR still feels like tech that isn't quite ready for prime time. When Nintendo released the original Virtual Boy way back in 1995, it was hard for my 10-year-old brain to comprehend a 3D console with a bipod, a facemask and a monochrome red display. Then, when you factor in weak sales that led to the…

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Even in 2026, VR still feels like tech that isn't quite ready for prime time. When Nintendo released the original Virtual Boy way back in…

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NASA moves Artemis 2 launch to March after hydrogen leak during testing

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-03

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NASA started making the final preparations for the Artemis 2 mission in early January, with the hopes of opening its launch window as soon as February 6. After issues showed up during the mission’s wet dress rehearsal in the early hours of February 3, however, the agency had to push back its earliest launch…

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NASA started making the final preparations for the Artemis 2 mission in early January, with the hopes of opening its launch window as soon…

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TurboTax Deluxe is on sale for $45 before tax season

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-03

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Tax season is fast approaching, and unfortunately for 2026, Direct File isn't an option anymore. The free, government-provided service was shut down, so you'll need to look to other federal programs, including IRS Free File, to file your paperwork. If you don't qualify for Free File, TurboTax might be your best bet…

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Tax season is fast approaching, and unfortunately for 2026, Direct File isn't an option anymore. The free, government-provided service was…

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The 8BitDo Pro 3 Bluetooth Controller is down to a new all-time low

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-03

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If you've been inside all winter gaming then it might be time to upgrade your gear. Right now, the 8Bitdo Pro 3 Bluetooth Controller is available for just over $48, down from $70. The 31 percent discount is the lowest price we've seen yet for the controller. Notably, the sale is only available on the Gray model. The…

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If you've been inside all winter gaming then it might be time to upgrade your gear. Right now, the 8Bitdo Pro 3 Bluetooth Controller is…

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Nintendo Switch 2 Is Officially Company’s Best-Selling Console as Sales Top 17 Million Units

Variety.com variety.com · 2026-02-03

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Nintendo revealed its Nintendo Switch 2 console has sold more than 17 million units since release last June, and is on track to hit 19 million by the end of March. During that same period, the original Nintendo Switch has sold 3.25 million units, down 66% compared to the previous year. In its latest quarterly […]

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Nintendo revealed its Nintendo Switch 2 console has sold more than 17 million units since release last June, and is on track to hit 19…

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Save on the Disney+ and Hulu bundle: Get one month for only $10

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-03

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The peak time for deals on streaming services — the holiday shopping season — has come and gone, but Disney is back with a fresh offer for the new year. New and eligible returning subscribers can get one month of the ad-supported Disney+ Hulu bundle for just $10. That's $3 off the usual monthly rate for the bundle,…

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The peak time for deals on streaming services — the holiday shopping season — has come and gone, but Disney is back with a fresh offer for…

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Proton VPN two-year subscriptions are 70 percent off right now

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-03

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Proton VPN is running a solid deal right now, dropping its two-year Proton VPN Plus plan to $2.99 per month. That works out to $72 billed upfront for the first 24 months, which represents a 70 percent discount compared to its regular pricing. We’ve rated Proton VPN highly thanks to its strong privacy credentials,…

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Proton VPN is running a solid deal right now, dropping its two-year Proton VPN Plus plan to $2.99 per month. That works out to $72 billed…

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The Morning After: Elon Musk’s SpaceX is buying his AI company, xAI

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-03

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Like some sort of corporate Russian doll, SpaceX has announced its acquisition of xAI. The merger will “form the most ambitious, vertically integrated innovation engine on (and off) Earth,” according to, well, owner Elon Musk. The AI company, arguably best known for its ongoing CSAM-generating chatbot…

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Like some sort of corporate Russian doll, SpaceX has announced its acquisition of xAI. The merger will “form the most ambitious, vertically…

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The best iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Pro cases for 2026

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-03

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Finding the best iPhone 17 case or the best iPhone 17 Pro cases is about more than basic drop protection. The best iPhone cases add useful features like MagSafe compatibility, grippy finishes and protection for camera lenses, all without adding unnecessary bulk to your new iPhone.Whether you prefer slim, scratch…

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Finding the best iPhone 17 case or the best iPhone 17 Pro cases is about more than basic drop protection. The best iPhone cases add useful…

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The Switch just surpassed the DS as Nintendo's best-selling console ever

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-03

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The original Switch just became Nintendo’s best-selling console ever with 155.37 million units as of December 31, 2025, overtaking the DS which sold 154.02 million units from 2004-2011. It was part of a holiday surge that saw the company move 7.01 million Switch 2s (and 17.37 million through Q3 of its fiscal year),…

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The original Switch just became Nintendo’s best-selling console ever with 155.37 million units as of December 31, 2025, overtaking the DS…

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The best Bluetooth trackers for 2026

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-03

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Most people think of AirTags when they picture a Bluetooth tracker. And indeed, Apple’s little white discs were once the only capable option, relying on a vast finding network of nearby iPhones to pinpoint lost tags. But now Google has a finding network of its own, and third party brands like Chipolo, Hyper and…

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Most people think of AirTags when they picture a Bluetooth tracker. And indeed, Apple’s little white discs were once the only capable…

Chuck Negron, Three Dog Night Co-Founder Who Took Cover Songs to the Top, Dead at 83

Other rollingstone.com · 2026-02-03

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The singer, known for hits like “One” and “Joy to the World,” struggled with drug addiction at the height of his career before getting clean in 1991

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The singer, known for hits like “One” and “Joy to the World,” struggled with drug addiction at the height of his career before getting…

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Crunchyroll increases prices for all anime streaming plans

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-02

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Anime fans won't be getting any respite from the streaming service price hikes that now feel inevitable on every platform every couple of years. Crunchyroll announced today that it will be increasing the monthly costs for all its plans by $2. That means the Fan tier will now run you $10 a month, the Mega Fan Tier is…

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Anime fans won't be getting any respite from the streaming service price hikes that now feel inevitable on every platform every couple of…

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Moltbook, the AI social network, exposed human credentials due to vibe-coded security flaw

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-02

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Moltbook bills itself as a social network for AI agents. That's a wacky enough concept in the first place, but the site apparently exposed the credentials for thousands of its human users. The flaw was discovered by cybersecurity firm Wiz, and its team assisted Moltbook with addressing the vulnerability. The issue…

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Moltbook bills itself as a social network for AI agents. That's a wacky enough concept in the first place, but the site apparently exposed…

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Elon Musk's SpaceX has acquired his AI company, xAI

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-02

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Elon Musk’s SpaceX has acquired Musk’s xAI, the companies announced. The merger will “form the most ambitious, vertically-integrated innovation engine on (and off) Earth, with AI, rockets, space-based internet, direct-to-mobile device communications and the world’s foremost real-time information and free speech…

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Elon Musk’s SpaceX has acquired Musk’s xAI, the companies announced. The merger will “form the most ambitious, vertically-integrated…

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Ubisoft fires employee who publicly criticized its RTO plan

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-02

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Ubisoft continues to raise eyebrows around how it is treating employees as it attempts a business overhaul. David Michaud-Cromp, a level design team lead at Ubisoft Montreal, said last week that he was suspended for three days without pay after voicing opposition to the company's return to office mandate. Today,…

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Ubisoft continues to raise eyebrows around how it is treating employees as it attempts a business overhaul. David Michaud-Cromp, a level…

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France might seek restrictions on VPN use in campaign to keep minors off social media

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-02

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France may take additional steps to prevent minors from accessing social media platforms. As its government advances a proposed ban on social media use for anyone under age 15, some leaders are already looking to add further restrictions. During an appearance on public broadcast service Franceinfo, Minister Delegate…

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France may take additional steps to prevent minors from accessing social media platforms. As its government advances a proposed ban on…

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Firefox will soon offer a way to block all of its generative AI features

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-02

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Like practically every other tech company under the sun, Mozilla has been jamming generative AI features into its products. The organization has now acknowledged that not everyone wants things like plagiarism machines chatbots in the Firefox sidebar, so it’s giving you the option to turn off all of that. On…

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Like practically every other tech company under the sun, Mozilla has been jamming generative AI features into its products. The…

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Sony’s flagship WF-1000XM6 earbuds have been leaked on a retail site

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-02

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Sony's long-anticipated flagship WF-1000XM6 earbuds have leaked online, according to a report by The Walkman Blog and posts on Reddit. The retailer Power Buy posted a listing for the earbuds, complete with multiple photos and some specs. Let's get to the specs. We don't know a lot, but the listing does suggest the…

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Sony's long-anticipated flagship WF-1000XM6 earbuds have leaked online, according to a report by The Walkman Blog and posts on Reddit. The…

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Samsung Galaxy A17 5G review: A respectable and affordable Android option

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-02

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Buying a good budget phone can be a challenge. High-end handsets continue to get more features, but on the other end of the spectrum, there are only so many things you can skimp on before a device becomes too compromised. With the Galaxy A17, Samsung is trying to balance both sides of that equation with something that…

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Buying a good budget phone can be a challenge. High-end handsets continue to get more features, but on the other end of the spectrum, there…

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ASUS ROG made a gaming headset for audiophile nerds

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-02

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ASUS ROG just announced the Kithara gaming headset, which is a device intended to bring "audiophile-grade sound" to gaming. It was developed in conjunction with manufacturer HiFiMan, a company that specializes in high-end audio devices. The Kithara is the company's first open-back planar magnetic gaming…

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ASUS ROG just announced the Kithara gaming headset, which is a device intended to bring "audiophile-grade sound" to gaming. It…

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OpenAI brings its Codex coding app to Mac, with new multi-agent abilities included

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-02

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Since last spring, OpenAI has offered Codex. What started life as the company's response to Claude Code is becoming something more sophisticated with the release of a new dedicated macOS app. At its most basic form, Codex is a programming agent capable of writing code for users, but now it can also manage multiple AI…

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Since last spring, OpenAI has offered Codex. What started life as the company's response to Claude Code is becoming something more…

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A developer turned Wikipedia into a social media-style feed

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-02

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While it's important to stay informed about what's going on in the world, endlessly scrolling through your social media feeds and absorbing what's likely to be a largely negative influx of information can't be great for your mental wellbeing. Perhaps with an eye on stopping you from doomscrolling, developer Lyra…

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While it's important to stay informed about what's going on in the world, endlessly scrolling through your social media feeds and absorbing…

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Grok, which maybe stopped undressing women without their consent, still undresses men

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-02

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It looks like Grok is still being gross. Elon Musk says his chatbot stopped making sexualized images without a person's consent, but The Verge recently discovered this is not entirely true. It maybe (and I say maybe) stopped undressing women without their consent, but this doesn't seem to apply to men. A reporter with…

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It looks like Grok is still being gross. Elon Musk says his chatbot stopped making sexualized images without a person's consent, but The…

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The best board games to gift and play this year

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-02

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It's become cliche to say that we live in a golden age of board games, but to paraphrase the great stoic philosopher Andy Bernard, it's great to know you're in the good old days before you've left them. Great titles are still coming out by the thousands every year, from crowd-pleasing party games to genre-bending,…

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It's become cliche to say that we live in a golden age of board games, but to paraphrase the great stoic philosopher Andy Bernard, it's…

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How to watch the 2026 Super Bowl: Patriots vs. Seahawks channel, start time, where to stream and more

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-02

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The New England Patriots are headed to the 2026 Super Bowl. (Lauren Leigh Bacho via Getty Images) Lauren Leigh Bacho via Getty Images MVP candidate Drake Maye and the New England Patriots face Sam Darnold and the Seattle Seahawks at Super Bowl LX, which will be held at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, CA this…

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The New England Patriots are headed to the 2026 Super Bowl. (Lauren Leigh Bacho via Getty Images) Lauren Leigh Bacho via Getty…

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Blizzard's quality assurance workers finally have a union contract

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-02

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Almost three years after starting the bargaining process with Microsoft, quality assurance workers at two Blizzard locations have ratified a union contract. The agreement covers 60 workers at Blizzard Albany and Blizzard Austin.The agreement includes guaranteed pay increases across the three years of the contract,…

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Almost three years after starting the bargaining process with Microsoft, quality assurance workers at two Blizzard locations have ratified…

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ExpressVPN two-year plans are up to 81 percent off right now

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-02

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ExpressVPN is back on sale again, and its two-year plans are up to 81 percent off right now. You can get the Advanced tier for $88 for 28 months. This is marked down from the $392 that this time frame normally costs. On a per-month basis, it works out to roughly $3.14 for the promo period. We’ve consistently liked…

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ExpressVPN is back on sale again, and its two-year plans are up to 81 percent off right now. You can get the Advanced tier for $88 for 28…

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Super Bowl 2026 TV deals: The best sales this week on OLEDs and other smart TVs ahead of kickoff

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-02

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The big game is one of the few instances now in the US where most people gather around the TV to watch the live event together. While the teams playing in Super Bowl 2026 are the true stars of the show (and Bad Bunny, of course), your TV is a pretty important part of the puzzle of putting together an excellent Super…

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The big game is one of the few instances now in the US where most people gather around the TV to watch the live event together. While the…

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The Apple Watch Series 11 is back on sale for $299

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-02

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Whether you're one of the few people still keeping up with New Year's resolutions or just want an upgraded smartwatch, now is a good time to get an Apple Watch. Currently, the Apple Watch Series 11 is on sale for $299, down from $399. The 25 percent discount brings the 2025 model back down to its record-low price. We…

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Whether you're one of the few people still keeping up with New Year's resolutions or just want an upgraded smartwatch, now is a good time…

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Stranger Things: Tales From ‘85 hits Netflix on April 23

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-02

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While the main series might be over, Netflix is far from done with Stranger Things. The first spin-off to hit the streaming service will be Stranger Things: Tales From ‘85. The company had said that the animated show would arrive sometime this year and now, alongside a new trailer, it confirmed a release date of April…

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While the main series might be over, Netflix is far from done with Stranger Things. The first spin-off to hit the streaming service will be…

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The latest iPad mini is $100 off right now

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-02

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We've finally made it to February, but, with the ongoing long nights, you might want a pick-me-up to get you through the rest of winter. Take the Apple iPad mini with the A17 Pro chip, which is on sale for $400, down from $500. Its small size is perfect for cozying up on the couch or to use on your daily…

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We've finally made it to February, but, with the ongoing long nights, you might want a pick-me-up to get you through the rest of winter.…

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Get up to 20 percent off Sonos home theater gear before Super Bowl 2026

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-02-02

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It's big-game season, which means it's a good time to look for home theater gear on sale ahead of Super Bowl 2026. There are plenty of Super Bowl TV deals to consider, but if you have arguably the most important piece of the puzzle down, you may want to upgrade your sound system instead. Sonos' latest sale may have…

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It's big-game season, which means it's a good time to look for home theater gear on sale ahead of Super Bowl 2026. There are plenty of…

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Amazon Game Studios Chief Christoph Hartmann Exits Amid Strategy Shift

Variety.com variety.com · 2026-01-29

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Amazon Game Studios boss Christoph Hartmann is exiting his post as the tech giant shakes up its overall gaming strategy, Variety has learned. Hartmann, the co-founder of Take-Two Interactive publisher 2K Games, leaves amid Amazon’s choice to pivot away from its AAA PC and console game development and focus on…

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Amazon Game Studios boss Christoph Hartmann is exiting his post as the tech giant shakes up its overall gaming strategy, Variety has…

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One-Third of U.S. Video Game Industry Workers Were Laid Off Over the Last Two Years, GDC Study Reveals

Variety.com variety.com · 2026-01-29

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One-third of U.S. video game industry workers say they were laid off over the past two years, according to a new survey conducted by the organizers behind the newly revamped Game Developers Conference (GDC). Based on responses from more than 2,300 gaming industry professionals, with surveys “customized for each…

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One-third of U.S. video game industry workers say they were laid off over the past two years, according to a new survey conducted by the…

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Matthew Mercer and Brennan Lee Mulligan Interview Each Other on ‘Dimension 20,’ Critical Role and D&D’s Mainstream Rise: ‘Who F—ing Knew?’

Variety.com variety.com · 2026-01-29

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Critical Role game master Matthew Mercer and Dropout’s “Dimension 20” host Brennan Lee Mulligan are at the top of a media machine their 10-year-old selves never dreamed would exist: playing D&D. Sitting down to interview each other for Variety earlier this month at Critical Role’s studio in…

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Critical Role game master Matthew Mercer and Dropout’s “Dimension 20” host Brennan Lee Mulligan are at the top of a media…

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‘Disney Afternoon Collection’ ’90s Games to Launch on Nintendo Switch, Including ‘Bonkers’ and ‘Goof Troop’

Variety.com variety.com · 2026-01-29

Summary

Rejoice, Disney fans: the beloved ’90s classic “The Disney Afternoon Collection” will soon be available to play, Atari and Digital Eclipse announced Thursday. The updated edition will launch exclusively on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 on Feb. 26. In addition to timeless favorites like “DuckTales,” the…

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Rejoice, Disney fans: the beloved ’90s classic “The Disney Afternoon Collection” will soon be available to play, Atari and Digital…