"We promise transparency and honesty to our Slam Dunk community and will provide updates when it is appropriate to do so" The post Slam Dunk director to step down from festival operations amid allegations appeared first on NME.
Why it matters: Slam Dunk director to step down from festival... shows where the music business is headed.
The Bootleg Bazaar in Portofiro is a chimera of ex-Soviet bloc organisms that have nestled together in a robust show of scrappy, second-hand capitalism at its finest. It's an entity I have mostly understood from movies and television and books, and a fairly problematic Russian...
Why it matters: Disco Elysium dev's highly-anticipated follow-up, Zero Parades: For... reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
Local elections are held in the occupied West Bank and in one Gazan city, though Hamas and other groups are not taking part.
Bottom line from BBC World: this demands attention beyond borders.
"The team worked hard to preserve as much of the story as possible," she told fans The post Kat Graham says her scenes as Diana Ross in Michael Jackson biopic were cut due to legal issues appeared first on NME.
Bottom line from NME: this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
Third-party AMD developer and hardware leakers share details of the new AMD EXPO 1.2 technology arriving on AMD AM5 motherboards.
The big picture: AMD EXPO 1.2 is here, but you may... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
It marks her first new music of 2026 The post Lucy Dacus shares Record Store Day exclusive track ‘Planting Tomatoes’ on streaming services appeared first on NME.
NME reports: Lucy Dacus shares Record Store Day exclusive track... — this taps into a cultural moment.
Witnesses report explosions and sustained gunfire near a military base outside the capital, Bamako.
Why it matters: Mali army says armed groups launch coordinated attacks... affects international relations.
Plus: Spy firms tap into a global telecom weakness to track targets, 500,000 UK health records go up for sale on Alibaba, Apple patches a revealing notification bug, and more.
Bottom line from Wired: this reshapes the tech landscape.
A retro hardware enthusiast has demonstrated a fix that eliminates the washed-out appearance people witness when using 1990s graphics cards from S3.
Bottom line from Tom's Hardware: this is one to watch for the industry.
Anthropic let 69 AI agents trade on behalf of employees in an internal marketplace for a week. Stronger models scored better deals, and the people stuck with weaker agents never noticed. If AI models start handling real transactions for humans, these dynamics could deepen exis...
The Decoder reports: Anthropic says stronger AI models cut better deals,... — this pushes the boundary of what machines can do.
The grocery store coffee aisle has good coffee hiding if you know where to look. This former barista-turned-coffee writer put her senses (and coffee maker) to work to find the best supermarket beans for brewing.
Bottom line from CNET: this could change how developers build software.
You can't remove the design from your device, but Apple gives you options to darken some elements.
The big picture: How to Change Your iPhone's Liquid Glass Design... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
Today, developer Jett Williams announced his upcoming project Moonbrella for Nintendo Switch. The game is planned for a 2026 debut. Moonbrella is a physics-based 2D Metroidvania game which uses a variety of umbrella tricks to ascend to the moon. It focuses on speedrunning and ...
Nintendo Everything reports: Physics-based 2D Metroidvania Moonbrella announced for Nintendo Switch — this could shake up the gaming landscape.
Fans want to reclaim the music and myth of Michael Jackson in the new biopic while critics call for accountability. Who’s right?
Wired reports: The Online Civil War About ‘Michael’ Is a... — this may redefine how we interact with devices.
After Zorin OS 18.1 took my breath away, I wondered how well the latest Solus Linux would fare against it. My comparison proved very interesting indeed.
Bottom line from ZDNet: this signals a shift in how we use technology.
The LOCUST Laser Weapon System was tested aboard the USS George H.W. Bush and neutralized multiple target drones.
Bottom line from Tom's Hardware: this may redefine how we interact with devices.
Russia will launch its latest Progress cargo ship toward the International Space Station today (April 25), and you can watch the action live.
Why it matters: Watch Russia launch 3 tons of cargo to... opens new research frontiers.
"I could have dropped it anywhere but I wanted to go where the hottest action was" The post Madonna teams up with Grindr for exclusive vinyl of ‘Confessions II’ appeared first on NME.
NME reports: Madonna teams up with Grindr for exclusive vinyl... — this shows where the music business is headed.
“We are going to scream this so fucking loud that he hears it in fucking heaven,” he said in a moving tribute to Ozzy Osbourne, covering the Black Sabbath's The post Here’s what went down when Yungblud brought his ‘Idols’ world tour’ to London’s O2 appeared first on NME.
Bottom line from NME: this could define this era of music.
Ace can read the trajectory of a ball, adjust the racket angle, and respond with strokes that keep the exchange alive with real players.
The big picture: Ace the Ping-Pong Robot Can Whup Your Ass — reshapes the tech landscape.
Cybersecurity researchers have discovered a new Lua-based malware created years before the notorious Stuxnet worm that aimed to sabotage Iran's nuclear program by destroying uranium enrichment centrifuges. According to a new report published by SentinelOne, the previously undo...
The big picture: Researchers Uncover Pre-Stuxnet ‘fast16’ Malware Targeting Engineering Software — underscores the cost of weak defenses.
“How can you tell an authentic story about Michael Jackson without ever mentioning the fact that he was seriously accused of being a child molester?" The post ‘Leaving Neverland’ director says Michael Jackson was “worse than Jeffrey Epstein” appeared first on NME.
Bottom line from NME: this could define this era of music.
The United Arab Emirates plans to shift half of its government operations to autonomous AI systems within two years. The article The UAE wants half its government run by autonomous AI agents within two years appeared first on The Decoder.
Why it matters: The UAE wants half its government run by... raises questions about AI's role.
Tributes from across Australia’s music and media sectors continue to emerge following the death of James Valentine.
Why it matters: Jimmy Barnes, INXS Lead Tributes to James Valentine... shows where the music business is headed.
What's the best vacuum for pet parents? After home testing, I'd recommend these robot and cordless vacuums for pet hair, litter, and stains.
Mashable reports: My cats and I found the 8 best... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
His collaborations with Laufey, Damiano David, Kali Uchis and more have already been removed from online streaming platforms The post D4vd quietly dropped by record label while streaming sites face calls to remove his music appeared first on NME.
Bottom line from NME: this shows where the music business is headed.
The Cosori Iconic has a luxe stainless steel design that's free of forever chemicals, and it can cook almost anything. Our reviewer thinks it's worth the splurge.
Bottom line from Mashable: this reshapes the tech landscape.
President Trump withdrew from the Obama-era nuclear accord in 2018, saying it was the worst deal ever. But Iran responded with an enrichment spree that haunts the negotiations to this day.
NY Times Science reports: Trump Seeks to Abolish Iran’s Atomic Stockpile, a... — this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle for April 25, No. 579.
CNET reports: Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers... — this may redefine how we interact with devices.
A once-robust H.I.V. treatment and prevention system, credited with saving hundreds of thousands of lives, has begun to crumble.
Why it matters: AIDS Creeps Back in Parts of Zambia, a... advances our understanding of the world.
Bungie's first-person shooter Marathon (2026) is a worthy new entry in a franchise that goes back to 1994.
Why it matters: Review: Marathon is a rewarding, slow burn of... is one to watch for the industry.
NASA's Curiosity rover found complex organics in an ancient Mars rock, revealing long‑hidden clues to the planet's past chemistry.
Bottom line from Mashable: this is one to watch for the industry.
The DJI Mini 5 Pro Fly More Combo is on sale for $1,049 at Amazon, saving you over $500 on list price.
Why it matters: The DJI Mini 5 Pro drone is down... reshapes the tech landscape.
How to get free iPhone. Get the Apple iPhone 17 for free from T-Mobile when you trade in an eligible device and sign up for the Experience More plan.
Why it matters: T-Mobile is giving away the Apple iPhone 17... is one to watch for the industry.
Work smarter with AI, not harder, thanks to this lifetime subscription to 1min.AI's Advanced Business Plan.
The big picture: You’ve got 1 day to score this multi-tasking... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
How to watch NBA for free. Watch Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Denver Nuggets in the NBA Playoffs for free from anywhere in the world.
The big picture: How to watch Timberwolves vs. Nuggets in the... — is one to watch for the industry.
To help you navigate the world of hookup apps, we've put together this handy guide that breaks down each service's best features for free accounts.
Bottom line from Mashable: this could change how developers build software.
How to watch the Madrid Open for free. Live stream the 2026 Madrid Open for free from anywhere in the world.
Mashable reports: How to watch the 2026 Madrid Open online... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
Looking for the best sexting apps of 2026? We tested dozens of apps for privacy, safety, and features.
Mashable reports: The best sexting apps for more discreet chats... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
Here are over 20 inexpensive but thoughtful Mother's Day gift ideas under $50 that will make Mom feel special without breaking the bank.
The big picture: 20+ Mothers Day gifts under $50 that moms... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
The best gifts for moms, including non-cliché gift ideas she'll love for Mother's Day, Christmas, or her birthday.
Mashable reports: Best gifts for mom 2026: 60+ thoughtful gift... — this could change how developers build software.
Produced with Javier Ambrossi and Javier Calvo (“Veneno,” “La Mesías”), now Cannes Festival main competition contenders as directors of “La Bola Negra,” Movistar Plus+ Original “I Always Sometimes” begins with love at first lust. Laura (Ana Boga), a festival organizer in Berl...
Bottom line from Variety: this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are expected to arrive in Islamabad on Saturday.
CNBC reports: Iran says no meeting with U.S. negotiators planned... — this could affect investors and consumers alike.
Haitian filmmaker Samuel Suffren’s debut feature “Job 1:21,” unveiled in the Work-in-Progress section of Visions du Réel, Switzerland’s leading documentary film festival, is already gaining traction on the industry circuit, picking up one of the top prizes at the market forum....
Variety reports: Haitian Woman Judged by Bible Instead of Law... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
OpenAI has announced GPT-5.5, an agentic model designed to work through complex tasks autonomously by switching between multiple tools. The article OpenAI unveils GPT-5.5, claims a "new class of intelligence" at double the API price appeared first on The Decoder.
The big picture: OpenAI unveils GPT-5.5, claims a "new class of... — could accelerate the AI arms race.
Google is investing up to 40 billion dollars in Anthropic. Together with Amazon's pledge of 25 billion dollars, up to 65 billion dollars will flow into the AI company behind Claude in just a few weeks. The article Google pours up to $40 billion into ChatGPT rival Anthropic app...
Bottom line from The Decoder: this could accelerate the AI arms race.
Amazon, Microsoft, Google, and Meta are all expanding in the Duke service footprint.
Why it matters: Utility giant Duke Energy plans to spend industry... may shift market dynamics.
Ron Schneidermann, CEO of test prep company Acely, is urging Gen Z to do it differently.
Why it matters: This CEO lived on canned soup and took... reflects a broader economic trend.
According to Warren Buffett's math the stock market is officially in "playing with fire" territory.
Fortune reports: According to Warren Buffett’s math the stock market... — this may shift market dynamics.
It’s never too late to dream – at least according to the gospel of “Boho.” In the show, presented at Canneseries, Kima, her sister Nawal and their friend Alex navigate societal pressures. Kima’s family claims she should finally settle down. Instead, she rediscovers her love of...
Variety reports: ‘Boho’ Encourages Women of All Ages to Dream... — this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Having revealed that the band’s first manager had returned the 1969 recordings to the band, Sharon Osbourne said the next step was to "talk about what everybody wants to do it" The post Black Sabbath regain ownership of “historically important” early Earth demos after legal ba...
Bottom line from NME: this is making waves across platforms.
Record military spending and enormous order backlogs put contractors in the driving seat.
Bottom line from Fortune: this reflects a broader economic trend.
The latest Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of April 25, 2026 are now available. The list this time around is looking very similar to last week. Naturally, that means Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream is #1 again. The top three are actually the same as Super Mario Gala...
The big picture: Nintendo Switch eShop charts – April 25, 2026... — is generating hype in the community.
3OH!3 also performed at Diplo’s Honky Tonk and had the crowd singing along to their breakout hit "Don't Trust Me"
Bottom line from Rolling Stone: this shows where the music business is headed.
The Milburn star turned touring member of Monkeys – also credited on their last two albums – takes us inside the rock'n'roll world of 'Moses & The Drones', featuring a song made with Alex Turner The post Tom Rowley on how playing with Arctic Monkeys shaped his debut album: “Yo...
Bottom line from NME: this is making waves across platforms.
This weekend, the decorating begins. Yes, I have bitten off more than I can chew, but what is life if not enthusiastically inviting choking hazards? I'll be removing cabinets, sanding and priming carpentry, cleansing walls with sugar soap, and, if I've done everything, coverin...
Rock Paper Shotgun reports: What are we all playing this weekend? — this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
Hello and welcome back to our regular feature where we write a little about the games we've been playing. This week, Mat remembers when games were just games and not world-shaking conquerers; Marie is impatient for her vampires to get it on; Bertie discovers depth in ridiculou...
Eurogamer reports: What we've been playing - "Help me, someone,... — this could shake up the gaming landscape.
Jay and Silent Bob: Chronic Blunt Punch saw its launch this week, and going with that, we have a fresh launch trailer. The hand-drawn side-scrolling beat ’em up game has now appeared on Nintendo Switch. Everything you need to know can be found in the following overview: Brawl ...
Nintendo Everything reports: Jay and Silent Bob: Chronic Blunt Punch launch... — this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) on Friday added four vulnerabilities impacting SimpleHelp, Samsung MagicINFO 9 Server, and D-Link DIR-823X series routers to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, citing evidence of active exploitati...
Why it matters: CISA Adds 4 Exploited Flaws to KEV, Sets... underscores the cost of weak defenses.
Score big savings on Altra Running shoes with up to 50% off sale styles, 20% off select models, 10% off your first order when you sign up, plus free standard delivery on every purchase.
Why it matters: Altra Promo Codes: Get 20% Off Plus Free... may redefine how we interact with devices.
The artist brought non-stop fan favorites to the desert festival
Rolling Stone reports: BigXthaPlug Leads a Sing-a-Long to Ella Langley’s ‘Choosin’... — this taps into a cultural moment.
Another publisher sale popped up on the Nintendo eShop this week, and this time it’s Koei Tecmo’s turn. The company has a variety of titles on sale. Games in the Atelier series, along with Dynasty Warriors: Origins, Wild Hearts S, and other games, have reached new low prices. ...
Why it matters: Koei Tecmo hosting big Nintendo Switch 2 and... may set a new standard for the genre.
Many died due to conditions at a Florida warehouse where they'd been shipped, while others arrived from South America dead, authorities say.
Why it matters: 31 sloths die in Florida before opening of... has global implications.
Although Law & Order: Organized Crime is over, Stabler and Benson are still partners for life behind the scenes. Following the spin-off’s cancellation after five seasons, Detective Elliot Stabler star Christopher Meloni reunited with Law & Order: Special Victims Unit star Mari...
Deadline reports: Chris Meloni Has ‘Law & Order’ Reunion With... — this signals where Hollywood is headed.
Johnnie To's kung fu flick from 1993 is a fantasy-laden masterclass in midnight Hong Kong cinema.
Why it matters: Watch Michelle Yeoh, Maggie Cheung, and Anita Mui... signals where Hollywood is headed.
The singer-songwriter's father and brother joined her onstage for the reflective duet "On Our Way Along"
The big picture: Noah Cyrus Makes It a Family Affair at... — reflects the changing sound of the industry.
Anonymous CBS News journalists told The Times they were "taken aback" by the dinner, and worried it could send a message of "coziness" between the newsroom and the Trump administration.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this signals where Hollywood is headed.
This round, should it occur, would double the house-help startup's valuation in a matter of weeks.
TechCrunch reports: Lachy Groom to back India startup Pronto at... — this reshapes the tech landscape.
Langley appeared on the comedian's podcast earlier this month and brought him out to perform her hit single at the desert fest
Bottom line from Rolling Stone: this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
Brand new footage of Pokemon Z – which was never released – has now been shared. It goes without saying, but this was an extremely early development build. MDTravisYT posted about the discovery on social media. It’s noted that the source code has an “upper_fake” branch that c...
Bottom line from Nintendo Everything: this may set a new standard for the genre.
"Deep Water," which is very much a neo-'70s disaster film. should have been called "Airplane Crash into a Sea of Jaws." As it stands, the word in the film’s generic title that echoes that earlier Harlin movie is more than a little ironic, since "deep" is the exact word to desc...
Bottom line from Variety: this could reshape the box office conversation.
"If boost-phase intercept from space is not affordable and scalable, we will not produce it."
The big picture: This is who's developing Golden Dome's orbital interceptors—if... — signals a shift in how we use technology.
A THR critic reflects on his friendship with the Oscar-winning designer behind 'The Godfather' trilogy, 'Apocalypse Now' and 'Bonnie and Clyde,' who died April 23 at age 93.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this reflects evolving audience tastes.
In February, mining company Alcoa was hit with a $55 million penalty for illegally clearing about 2,000 hectares of WA's Northern Jarrah Forest. About $40 million was earmarked for so-called "permanent ecological offsets," for Alcoa to repair the damage in terms of ecology lost.
Phys.org reports: Can jarrah forests be recovered after bauxite mining? — this opens new research frontiers.
Fresh off hosting the last two Golden Globe Awards, the comedian didn't hold back at this year's event honoring the magazine's picks for the world's most influential people.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this reflects evolving audience tastes.
In the exotic world of particle physics, neutrinos may be the most mysterious members. They rarely interact with other matter, have almost no mass, and have no electrical charge. These characteristics make them extremely difficult to study. Even detecting them requires special...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this opens new research frontiers.
Emerald Fennell's feature adaptation of Emily Brontë's classic work hit theaters in February from Warner Bros.
Why it matters: Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi’s ‘Wuthering Heights’ Sets... is generating industry buzz.
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 April 25, 2026 — reshapes the tech landscape.
Here's the answer for "Wordle" #1771 on April 25 as well as a few hints, tips, and clues to help you solve it yourself.
Mashable reports: Wordle today: Answer, hints for April 25, 2026 — this is one to watch for the industry.
It’s been several years since Quartet was announced for Nintendo Switch, but the game is finally coming out next week. Something Classic Games set the console release date for April 30, 2026. For those that are unaware, Quartet comes from the same developer as Shadows of Adam,...
Bottom line from Nintendo Everything: this signals what players want next.
The inaugural top 20 is entirely made up of female authors, with Chloe Walsh appearing most frequently.
Why it matters: Heated Rivalry, The Housemaid and Fourth Wing: TikTok... could reshape the global order.
Tens of thousands of private security guards in California play a critical role in public safety, but poverty-level wages and poor training put both the guards and the public at risk, according to a new study by the UC Berkeley Labor Center.
Why it matters: Low wages, poor training put security guards—and the... advances our understanding of the world.
The boss of the controversial tech company with UK government contracts published a 22-point plan on the future of the West.
BBC Tech reports: The viral manifesto of 'anti-woke' tech boss with... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
Chase Infiniti has quite the last year. The 25-year-old actress spent most of it alongside Teyana Taylor, Leonardo DiCaprio and Benicio del Toro promoting the release of Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another” and campaigning for the film throughout awards season. Ea...
Variety reports: Chase Infiniti Says It Was ‘Totally Surreal’ to... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
The Michael Jackson biopic will easily boast the top start ever for a music biopic, among other milestones, after winning over audiences undeterred by far-from-thrilled critics.
Why it matters: Box Office Stunner: ‘Michael’ Now on Course to... could reshape the box office conversation.
The spouses of illegal immigrants facing deportation must choose between separation or moving to a new country.
The big picture: 'We cried together': Trump's deportation drive forces tough... — could reshape the global order.
Ray J’s breach of contract claims against Kardashian and her mom, Kris Jenner, now move to private arbitration
The big picture: Kim Kardashian Gets Trial Date for Defamation Lawsuit,... — is making waves across platforms.
Helena Bonham Carter is exiting the cast of “The White Lotus” Season 4, Variety has confirmed. “With filming just underway on season four of ‘The White Lotus,’ it had become apparent that the character which Mike White created for Helena Bonham Carter did not align once on set...
Why it matters: Helena Bonham Carter Exits ‘The White Lotus’ Season... reflects evolving audience tastes.
A major international study involving researchers from The University of Manchester has found that education is one of the strongest predictors of how long people live. Using a new statistical approach to overcome gaps in global data, the research shows that people with more e...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
Zelma Redding talks about her late husband’s belief in giving back — and lifting up.
Billboard reports: Otis Redding Center for the Arts Celebrates One-Year... — this could define this era of music.
EXCLUSIVE: Helena Bonham Carter will not be starring in Season 4 of HBO’s The White Lotus. The two-time Oscar-nominated actress has departed the upcoming France-set installment of Mike White’s popular murder mystery series. The news comes a little over a week after production ...
Deadline reports: Helena Bonham Carter Leaving ‘The White Lotus’ Season... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
Shares in iHeartMedia jumped more than 35% on Friday following a report from Bloomberg that said the radio giant has started early talks with satellite radio’s SiriusXM to combine. Bloomberg reported that the merger talks were in the preliminary stages and there is no certaint...
Bottom line from Deadline: this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
On Friday morning, souring relations between Europe and the United States reared its Medusa-like head again, writes the BBC's Europe editor.
BBC World reports: Katya Adler: Europe's Nato allies push back at... — this could reshape the global order.
"I can't find the actual verse I had that day." Born-Again Christian Russell Brand Struggles to Find Bible Passage Alex Young
Bottom line from Consequence of Sound: this is making waves across platforms.
While Law & Order: Special Victims Unit has had plenty of familiar guest stars, the latest was a surprise even for Mariska Hargitay. After appearing in the Season 27 episode ‘Gimmick’ as a professional fighter, Melissa McCarthy shared a behind-the-scenes video of herself dress...
The big picture: Melissa McCarthy Surprises Mariska Hargitay During ‘Law &... — reflects evolving audience tastes.
Less than 24 hours after the release of his highly anticipated fourth album, the folk-pop singer shared a new version featuring four more songs.
The big picture: Noah Kahan Surprise Drops ‘The Great Divide’ Extended... — is generating industry buzz.
Is this why we never got Alice 3? Probably not, but it's fun to think about.
Bottom line from PC Gamer: this signals what players want next.
Row, row, row your Stagecoach, gently down the livestream. Times have been announced for Amazon Music’s streaming this weekend of most of the sets at the 2026 country music festival. The Amazon streams will feature most, but not all, of the performers appearing Friday through ...
The big picture: Stagecoach Livestream Schedule: When and Where to Catch... — may set a new benchmark for the genre.
An errant message heard by some Google Home users seemed to imply that automations were going away – which would have been crazy. Thankfully, that’s not the case, but Google Home is doing away with its phone-related actions soon. more…
Bottom line from 9to5Google: this reshapes the tech landscape.
Steve Ballmer wrote a fiery letter in the sentencing of disgraced founder Joseph Sanberg documenting all the harm that's befalling him as an investor.
TechCrunch reports: Steve Ballmer blasts founder he backed who pleaded... — this reshapes the tech landscape.
The flood warning system at Imja glacial lake has not been maintained since 2016, fearful locals tell BBC.
Why it matters: Thousands at risk after multi-million dollar Everest flood... reflects broader geopolitical shifts.
EXCLUSIVE: In 2024, almost 80,000 people died of drug overdoses in the U.S., according to the CDC’s National Center for Health Statistics. North of the border, the situation is just as alarming. In Canada in the past decade, more than 50,000 people have died of overdoses – a s...
Deadline reports: ‘Searching For Drug Peace’ Trailer: Hot Docs Film... — this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
The Galaxy Z Fold 8 sounds pretty familiar based on initial leaks, but Samsung is apparently making a tweak to the selfie camera cutout that sounds interesting, but I’m curious if it’s something anyone really cares about. more…
The big picture: Galaxy Z Fold 8 to shrink the selfie... — could change how developers build software.
A study published this month in Reading Research Quarterly is challenging the long-held stereotype of the sedentary gamer. In their new paper, Dr. Fiona Scott, Dr. Liz Chesworth, Dr. Cath Bannister, Daniel Kuria, Shabana Roscoe and Yao Wang argue that instead of viewing digita...
Phys.org reports: New study reveals how video games support children's... — this opens new research frontiers.
President Donald Trump delivered remarks for about an hour at the dinner party David Ellison hosted in Washington, D.C., on Thursday evening “honoring” Trump — and intended to celebrate the First Amendment, sources told Variety. Ellison organized the event in Trump’s honor (as...
Why it matters: CBS News’ Bari Weiss, Norah O’Donnell Among Attendees... signals where Hollywood is headed.
Nikki Glaser further cemented her status as Hollywood’s go-to award show host at the Time100 Gala on Thursday night, taking playful jabs at a wide range of creatives being honored as some of the most influential people in the world. Glaser’s opening monologue took jabs at MrBe...
Bottom line from Variety: this is generating industry buzz.
Those who don't verify their age will lose access to voice chat, messaging and other social features.
Why it matters: Sony Begins Age Verification for PlayStation Users in... signals a shift in how we use technology.
Influencers promoting looksmaxxing and narrow male beauty standards are being called out by a new wave of men on social media.
BBC World reports: Meet the men calling out 'masculinity' trends — this reflects broader geopolitical shifts.
Several black Zambians tell the BBC they sometimes feel like they are second-class citizens in their own country.
BBC World reports: A nation built on pan-African principles faces questions... — this demands attention beyond borders.
Insiders say music industry mogul Irving Azoff and Apollo Global Management are consulting on the deal.
Hollywood Reporter reports: SiriusXM, iHeartMedia Eye Merger, With Irving Azoff and... — this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Spotify and Apple Music are facing pressure to remove the singer's music from its platforms after the "Romantic Homicide" singer was charged in the killing of Celeste Rivas Hernandez
The big picture: D4vd Quietly Dropped by Label and Song Collabs... — is making waves across platforms.
A Buckingham Palace source confirmed the Royals will not meet with survivors of sex offender Jeffrey Epstein during their state visit to the US.
Why it matters: Epstein survivor: Meeting the King would be a... has global implications.
SOEDESCO and Nukebox Studios have come through with a launch trailer for Food Truck Chef: Full Course Edition, their new Nintendo Switch release. It offers a look at the title’s dynamic cooking and management gameplay across different locations. All you need to know about the ...
Why it matters: Food Truck Chef: Full Course Edition launch trailer... reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
An internal Pentagon document reportedly raised the prospect of a change in position in retaliation for the UK not joining the Iran war.
Why it matters: No 10 says Falklands sovereignty rests with UK... has global implications.
Home security giant ADT has confirmed a data breach after the ShinyHunters extortion group threatened to leak stolen data unless a ransom is paid. [...]
BleepingComputer reports: ADT confirms data breach after ShinyHunters leak threat — this underscores the cost of weak defenses.
Sam Altman on Thursday wrote a brief letter of apology to the people of Tumbler Ridge, Canada in the wake of a January mass shooting.
BBC Tech reports: OpenAI boss 'deeply sorry' for not telling police... — this is one to watch for the industry.
Major Food Group CEO Mario Carbone said younger consumers are spending less on alcohol and more on experiences, which is playing into his company's strategy.
Why it matters: How the restaurant group behind NYC's Carbone is... signals changing business strategies.
IHeartMedia and SiriusXM are in early talks to join forces, with veteran music industry mogul Irving Azoff and Apollo Global Management offering to assist with and advise on any such deal, sources tell Variety. News of the potential merger was first reported by Bloomberg, howe...
Bottom line from Variety: this signals where Hollywood is headed.
Nvidia's stock closed at its first record since October, as a rally in Intel pushed chipmakers higher.
CNBC reports: Nvidia stock closes at record, pushing market cap... — this could affect investors and consumers alike.
April 26 marks the 40th anniversary of the explosion at Reactor 4 of the Chernobyl nuclear power plant in Ukraine. The accident caused the largest ever release of radioactive material into the environment, and at the time people predicted that the affected area would be render...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
Kyle Cooke is sharing his thoughts after audio of the Summer House Season 10 reunion leaked online hours after the cast filmed the special. In a series of posts on social media, Cooke said it was a “bummer” and “unfortunate” that a snippet of the reunion was shared online afte...
Bottom line from Deadline: this is generating industry buzz.
Comcast co-CEOs Brian Roberts and Mike Cavanagh had packages worth, respectively, $35.1 million and $71.8 million for 2025. Cavanagh, who was president of Comcast last year and rose to co-CEO in January, saw his package jump sharply from $28 million the year before on a big st...
Why it matters: Comcast Co-CEO Mike Cavanagh Lands $72 Million Pay... is generating industry buzz.
In the vein of the Paul Feig-directed adaptation of Frieda McFadden’s The Housemaid comes a new buzzy adaptation Count My Lies, based on the book by Sophie Stava. In television form, the story, starring Lindsay Lohan, Shailene Woodley, Kit Harrington, Katherine LaNasa and more...
The big picture: Everything We Know About The Hulu Adaptation of... — signals where Hollywood is headed.
Sgt. Gannon Ken Van Dyke was involved in planning the raid to capture Nicolás Maduro even as he allegedly made Polymarket bets that paid off from that raid.
Why it matters: Special Forces Sgt. in Polymarket Maduro raid bet... signals changing business strategies.
Some innovations in physics come from entirely new technologies, others from fresh theoretical insights. Others still take shape by bringing together existing tools in new ways, working out how to combine them to outperform other solutions. The branch of particle physics that ...
The big picture: Neutrinos caught on camera: Testing the first prototype... — advances our understanding of the world.
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