Snakes are seemingly simple in structure: a head attached to a long, unremarkable noodle. They do have some pretty cool features at the front end, with venomous fangs and the ability to stretch their mouths and swallow large prey whole, but their bodies are not just the simple...
Why it matters: Snakes aren't simple tubes. Their bodies have five... opens new research frontiers.
People involved with the London musical were given just hours to prepare their own statement following Grande's announcement, according to a source familiar with the matter.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this reflects evolving audience tastes.
Variety has announced Emmy-winning producer and actor Bill Hader; producer-director James Wan; producer-actor Nick Kroll; Nintendo of America president and COO Devon Pritchard, and Sony Pictures Television chairman Keith Le Goy as headlining speakers for its annual Entertainme...
Variety reports: Bill Hader, James Wan, Devon Pritchard, Nick Kroll... — this is generating industry buzz.
The pop star has begun to unveil tracks from her upcoming album, Fuertes Declaraciones.
Why it matters: After Nearly Five-Decade Career, Lucero Reinvents Herself Within... is making waves across platforms.
EXCLUSIVE: TriCoast Worldwide and Vitagraph Films have set a theatrical release for the Brad Wyman produced, Adam Rifkin directed western comedy Last Train to Fortune. Last Train to Fortune will pulled into New York on Sept. 18, followed by Dallas on Sept. 23, and Los Angeles...
Why it matters: TriCoast Worldwide & Vitagraph Set Fall Release For... could reshape the box office conversation.
From Live Nation to UMG to SiriusXM, a roundup of what the biggest publicly traded music companies have reported so far for the quarter ending June 30.
Bottom line from Billboard: this shows where the music business is headed.
The two musical revivals are approaching the ends of their runs, with 'Ragtime' ending Aug. 16 and 'Cats' Aug. 8.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this could reshape the box office conversation.
After tropical cyclones, communities are often left in upheaval. Those that had few resources to begin with tend to be especially vulnerable to external stresses, and people often experience homelessness, health problems and other forms of insecurity as a result. But once the ...
Phys.org reports: How does social vulnerability evolve after a tropical... — this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
Anthropic has been on a cloud partnership spree in recent months and its latest move is reportedly a $10 billion deal with AI cloud startup Volta.
Bottom line from TechCrunch: this signals a shift in how we use technology.
The government says all of the migrants, who were attempting to cross to the UK, will be returned to France.
Why it matters: More than 170 migrants rescued after boat catches... reflects broader geopolitical shifts.
Beast of Reincarnation’s Koo is just trying to be included and then he smoke-bombs your ass
Kotaku reports: I (18F) Have A Giant Wolf (???M) Following... — this signals what players want next.
TV audiences are still intrigued by the 2022 slayings of four college students at the University of Idaho. Netflix’s new three-part documentary series on the case, The Idaho Murders: College Nightmare, debuted atop the streamer’s English-language TV rankings last week with 18....
The big picture: Idaho College Murders Doc Series Grabs Attention On... — reflects evolving audience tastes.
It may not look like much now, but the CH Products FlightStick was a champion in its day.
PC Gamer reports: Sometimes you have to take a break from... — this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
A flowering plant has been confirmed as a new carnivorous lineage, according to research published in Nature Communications. The findings show that Saxifraga candelabrum can attract, trap, digest and absorb nitrogen from insects, supporting a prediction made by Charles Darwin ...
The big picture: Sticky alpine flower confirms Darwin's 150-year-old carnivorous plant... — opens new research frontiers.
Deeply rooted perennial plants may help build soil carbon (C) stocks, but most research has focused on shallow soils, resulting in gaps in our understanding of how the balance between decomposition and C inputs shifts and drives soil C accumulation with depth. To address this ...
Why it matters: Miscanthus roots reveal deeper soils may retain more... advances our understanding of the world.
The judge hearing the antitrust case seeking to block the Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery merger has issued a preliminary scheduling order, with a trial set to start in March 2027 — considerably later than Paramount was hoping for. Judge Araceli Martinez-Olguin on Tuesday iss...
The big picture: Judge Sets Paramount-Warner Bros. Antitrust Trial for March... — signals where Hollywood is headed.
Howard had claimed his interests in negotiations took a backseat to those of his agents, who packaged the deal with Fox, and the show’s producers, which CAA also represented.
Why it matters: CAA Beats Terrence Howard Lawsuit Over ‘Empire’ Salary is generating industry buzz.
Even a quarter-century later, David Koepp is still pretty much in awe of James Cameron’s audacity. While Koepp is the lone credited screenwriter of the first live-action Spider-Man movie from 2002, not every innovation and wrinkle in that landmark film came via the Jurassic Pa...
The big picture: Spider-Man: Brand New Day Reframes The Organic Web-Shooters... — signals changes in media consumption.
Wrinkles, available on both iOS and Android, essentially acts as an AI-powered audio tour guide that reveals hidden history and local stories.
Why it matters: Meet Wrinkles, an AI app that uncovers the... could change how developers build software.
Pavel Durov, Telegram’s CEO, has elaborated on what led to the app’s brief removal from the App Store last night. Here’s what he said.
Bottom line from 9to5Mac: this could change how developers build software.
A federal judge has set the Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery merger trial for next March. The date is much closer to the timeline sought by state attorneys general and the Writers Guild America, who sued to block the transaction. U.S. District Judge Araceli Martínez-Olguín wro...
Bottom line from Deadline: this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
About 70,000 of the 72,000 people who came to Ceuta illegally last week have been returned to Morocco, Spain says.
BBC World reports: EU commends Spain's 'swift response' to Ceuta migrant... — this affects international relations.
Freak Out!: 60th Anniversary will be released as a six disc version, five vinyl LP set and a colored double vinyl variant along with digital editions. 60th Anniversary Edition of Frank Zappa and The Mothers of Invention’s Freak Out! Will Feature 105 Tracks Travis Bland
Why it matters: 60th Anniversary Edition of Frank Zappa and The... taps into a cultural moment.
The two old friends take us inside the Amagansett episode, bloody oysters and all. And Whitford explains why he's about to shave his head.
Why it matters: How ‘The Diplomat’ Supporting Stars Allison Janney and... reflects evolving audience tastes.
WhatsApp is rolling out some new feature updates for group chats, including the ability to tag everyone in the chat with a single “@all” tag.
9to5Google reports: WhatsApp updates group chats with new features including... — this reshapes the tech landscape.
The week-old Open Secure AI Alliance, spearheaded by Nvidia and grown to over 120 companies, already has proposals out for defending against AI agents.
Bottom line from TechCrunch: this could change how developers build software.
Egyptian authorities say the alleged scam involved fabricated scenes in court as part of a plot to defraud people.
BBC World reports: Arrests in Egypt after people allegedly impersonate judges — this has global implications.
When academic research has explored the impact of school summer vacations, it has often focused on the costs to parents and children's learning and health.
Bottom line from Phys.org: this opens new research frontiers.
Some mosquitoes really are picky eaters. They will not just stick their proboscis into any old human. We know this anecdotally, with some people claiming they are always bitten while others are completely ignored, though we don't really know why.
Bottom line from Phys.org: this opens new research frontiers.
RevenueCat’s annual Shipaton mobile hackathon is officially back, running August 1-September 30 with major prizes available for winning apps. Here are the details.
Bottom line from 9to5Mac: this signals a shift in how we use technology.
DOJ extracts $3.2 million from OpenAI over hiring discrimination allegations.
Why it matters: DOJ extracts $3.2 million from OpenAI over hiring... signals a shift in how we use technology.
There are three wildfires in the Spokane area that have forced 60,000 to be evacuated from their homes.
BBC World reports: Arson arrest made over largest of Washington state's... — this has global implications.
Life is expensive these days. If you're looking to cut back on spending and want to do away with your PlayStation Plus membership, it's very easy to do so. There are plenty of reasons why you might want to cancel PlayStation Plus, just like there are numerous reasons for ca...
Why it matters: How To Cancel PlayStation Plus could shake up the gaming landscape.
During last week's Gen Con, Riftbound, the League of Legends trading card game (TCG), boasted a massive presence. Fans were able to enter two different booths to get their hands on cards and exclusive merchandise, as well as meet some of the talent behind the game's creation a...
The big picture: Turns Out, The Team Behind Riftbound Is Shockingly... — reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
The visual comes after the rapper made a surprise appearance at the group's festival set to perform the collab for the first time.
The big picture: aespa Unleashes ‘Switchblade’ Music Video With Ty Dolla... — reflects the changing sound of the industry.
Telegram CEO Pavel Durov blames an extortionist for planting child sexual abuse material (CSAM) in a public chat to get the app temporarily removed from Apple's App Store on Monday night. "Apple removed Telegram from the App Store before contacting us," Durov says in a post on...
Bottom line from The Verge: this signals a shift in how we use technology.
The space around Earth is becoming increasingly crowded, with thousands of satellites and pieces of debris now sharing low Earth orbit. Even above this region—at altitudes of several hundred kilometers—the extremely thin upper atmosphere can slow satellites, making accurate in...
Why it matters: Mapping the upper atmosphere with public Starlink satellite... opens new research frontiers.
An office full of people talking to their computers may seem weird today, but a growing number of companies and 'voice-pilled' devotees are betting it's the future.
Why it matters: OpenAI president Greg Brockman: We ‘contort’ ourselves around... could affect investors and consumers alike.
A video shows a Russian drone pursuing a street vendor in the Kherson region before exploding.
The big picture: Ukrainian vegetable seller targeted in 'human safari' drone... — reflects broader geopolitical shifts.
Apple recently raised prices across much of its product lineup, but even more increases are expected next month for iPhone and more.
9to5Mac reports: These Apple products are likely getting more expensive... — this may redefine how we interact with devices.
Fire Emblem fans had plenty of information to sink their teeth into during today's Fortune's Weave Direct presentation, with new characters, new settings, and a new "gun" showcased during the 22-minute livestream. However, the Direct also threw a wrench into the plans of those...
The big picture: PSA: A Big Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave Reveal... — could shake up the gaming landscape.
After launching in English late last year, Riftbound, Riot Games' League of Legends trading card game (TCG), has quickly grown into one of the most popular TCGs to date. The game had a big presence at this year's Gen Con, featuring not one but two large booths that fans could ...
Bottom line from GameSpot: this could shake up the gaming landscape.
The 'New Jersey' Housewife explained to The Hollywood Reporter why she let Bravo's cameras capture her most difficult years, which included her incarceration and the end of her marriage to Joe Giudice.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this reflects evolving audience tastes.
A new version of the XCSSET malware is targeting thousands of macOS users through compromised Xcode projects and GitHub repositories. [...]
BleepingComputer reports: New XCSSET variant targets macOS devs via compromised... — this exposes vulnerabilities that affect millions.
Cats: The Jellicle Ball posted its best box office numbers ever last week as the show enters its final life on Broadway. With its early closing date of August 8 fast approaching, the production was at standing room only for the week ending August 2, grossing $1,405,709. That’s...
Bottom line from Deadline: this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
The 2024 Borderlands movie had a cast full of big names, including multiple Oscar winners, and was based on a popular franchise with countless fans. But the film was a critical and commercial disaster. So what happened? Director Eli Roth told Variety said that the film, whi...
GameSpot reports: Borderlands Movie Director Discusses The Mega-Flop And What... — this may set a new standard for the genre.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent both announced talks had progressed to allow shipments to resume.
Why it matters: Oil prices fall on hopes Strait of Hormuz... could reshape the global order.
Our DNA is often pictured as a simple spiral, like a piece of rope held taut. But inside cells, it folds into a complex three-dimensional structure, with 2 meters (6.6 feet) of DNA scrunched like a headphone wire in a pocket. This bundled architecture plays a crucial role in h...
Phys.org reports: 3D DNA mapping in rare immune cells reveals... — this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
Researchers find that soil aging of polyethylene microplastics has only a limited effect on their interactions with organic contaminants. Scientists have long worried that aging microplastics in soil could become increasingly effective at interacting with organic contaminants.
Bottom line from Phys.org: this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
Financial planners weigh in on a recent trend on TikTok that has users sharing the items they swear are always worth the money.
Why it matters: TikTok users are sharing the items they say... could affect investors and consumers alike.
The Voice is rounding up a group of celebrities to star in the long-running NBC franchise for the first time and has tapped Joe Jonas to make his coaching debut. The network is currently in production on The Voice: Celebrity, which will see actors, musicians, influencers, athl...
Deadline reports: ‘The Voice’ Scores Celebrity Edition At NBC; Joe... — this could reshape the box office conversation.
“Can we play ‘Be Like a Woman’ in this beeyotch?” At a studio in Manhattan’s NoMad neighborhood, the speakers fill the room with an avant-pop track from 1979 — one that failed to find an audience upon its release, but leaped onto the Billboard Hot 100 this year after being dis...
Variety reports: Disney’s Next Big Thing: Malachi Barton on ‘Camp... — this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
It’s the most thankless job in Hollywood. Who else but assistants keep calendars from colliding, ensure the checks clear and fix the little mistakes before they become big ones? Being an assistant means making the impossible happen: securing the hardest dinner reservation in t...
Variety reports: Variety’s 10 Assistants to Watch in 2026 — this is generating industry buzz.
“The Voice” is plotting its first-ever celebrity edition. NBC announced Tuesday that it is starting production on “The Voice: Celebrity,” which will air sometime in 2027. Keke Palmer will host, while Joe Jonas, Queen Latifah and Riley Green are set to serve as the show’s coach...
The big picture: ‘The Voice’ Celebrity Edition to Air on NBC... — signals where Hollywood is headed.
Keke Palmer will host the new iteration of the singing competition, with Joe Jonas, Queen Latifah and Riley Green sitting in the coaches' chairs.
Why it matters: Celebrity ‘Voice’ Season Set for 2027 on NBC may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Plus, The Hollywood Reporter breaks down all the judges and mentors who will appear on the spinoff.
Hollywood Reporter reports: ‘Dancing With the Stars: The Next Pro’ Cast:... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
Ari Emanuel, TKO Group’s executive chairman and CEO, called the UFC Freedom 250 event at the White House “a roaring success.” But the company said it lost $30 million on the elaborately staged extravaganza, held June 14 on the grounds of the White House to coincide with Presid...
The big picture: UFC Lost $30 Million on White House Fight... — signals where Hollywood is headed.
The news arrives just days after the release of their latest album, 'Ever the Optimist', their first full-length release in a decade The post Trashcan Sinatras’ John Douglas dead at 63: “Talent, heart, kindness, he had it all” appeared first on NME.
NME reports: Trashcan Sinatras’ John Douglas dead at 63: “Talent,... — this taps into a cultural moment.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz would allow freedom of navigation.
Why it matters: Oil prices tumble after Bessent says Strait of... signals changing business strategies.
77 extensions on the Open VSX marketplace impersonated legitimate developer tools while transmitting information about the systems and development environments where they were installed. [...]
Why it matters: 77 Open VSX extensions found harvesting developer info underscores the cost of weak defenses.
Jeanine Pirro dropped cases against alleged vandals after realizing the evidence points to "contractor error." Trump isn't happy
Bottom line from Rolling Stone: this could define this era of music.
As layoff negotiations drag on, some workers are calling for a new strike
Kotaku reports: Star Wars Eclipse Maker Accused Of Dragging Out... — this is generating hype in the community.
The man who once shorted currencies is now propping them up. “He takes risks that other Treasury Secretaries over the past two generations wouldn't.”
Bottom line from Fortune: this signals changing business strategies.
CEO Chris Kempczinski is betting on Skye Anderson, the exec he's tapped for tough assignments before, to boost sales growth and improve its value push.
The big picture: McDonald’s CEO turns to a trusted lieutenant with... — signals changing business strategies.
In a new study by the Center for Advanced Bioenergy and Bioproducts Innovation (CABBI), researchers evaluated oil sorghum lines in Nebraska and Illinois over two years to quantify genotype-by-environment effects on agronomic performance and triacylglycerol accumulation. The r...
Why it matters: Field trials support oil-rich sorghum as a potential... opens new research frontiers.
Researchers at the 4th Physics Institute of the University of Stuttgart and the Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia (IIT) in Milan have demonstrated a new mechanism for directing light in a naturally hyperbolic van der Waals material without conventional nanofabricated waveguides....
Bottom line from Phys.org: this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
Cursor Research has open-sourced Mixture-of-Kittens (MoK), the MoE training megakernel behind its Composer models. MoK fuses all mixture-of-experts communication and computation into a single deterministic kernel, and runs up to 2.37x faster than the strongest public baseline ...
MarkTechPost reports: Cursor Open-Sources Mixture-of-Kittens (MoK): A Deterministic MoE Training... — this pushes the boundary of what machines can do.
NJ antitrust suit accuses Amazon of unlawfully wielding power over delivery contractors .
Why it matters: NJ antitrust suit accuses Amazon of unlawfully wielding... could change how developers build software.
Newly released texts and emails give us insight into how lawyers for two billion-dollar tech companies can’t figure out how to use their email.
CNET reports: OpenAI Hits Back at Apple, Calls Lawsuit ‘Careless,... — this reshapes the tech landscape.
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The attacks use diverse social engineering lures and rotating payloads to deliver ScreenConnect for persistent remote access to compromised networks.
Why it matters: Smoke#Screen RMM Takeover Gambit Exposes Threat Actor Playbook is a wake-up call for digital security.
Another Googlebook has surfaced online just a day after images of a separate PC maker’s version made an appearance. This is the Asus Googlebook CX9406.
The big picture: Here’s the first Asus Googlebook as the floodgates... — is one to watch for the industry.
Bowen Yang is trading Studio 8H for the Lyceum Theatre. The comedian and “Las Culturistas” co-host will make his Broadway debut as Mary Todd Lincoln in Cole Escola’s Tony-winning comedy “Oh, Mary!” beginning Sept. 15. Yang will play the role for a limited 12-week engagement th...
Bottom line from Variety: this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Here's how to beat March's competitive side and finally get onto his good side.
The big picture: March romance walkthrough: All the best gifts for... — may set a new standard for the genre.
The music giant is turning to a veteran company attorney to serve as its next general counsel and executive vp of business affairs.
The big picture: Sony Music Promotes Stephanie Yu to Top Legal... — shows where the music business is headed.
Apple has just released new beta firmware for AirPods Pro 3 and more models, with the update expected to launch to all users alongside iOS 27 next month.
9to5Mac reports: AirPods Pro 3 just got new firmware release... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
Chipotle has pulled the affected supply from restaurants and replaced them with peppers from different growers, according to the company.
CNBC reports: Chipotle stock falls on potential link to salmonella... — this hints at where the money is moving.
Ella Beatty stars as the series' first female lead, alongside Charlie Hunnam, who portrayed Ed Gein in the anthology's third season.
Hollywood Reporter reports: ‘Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story’ Unveils First Look,... — this signals where Hollywood is headed.
Not only did results outpace expectations on both the top and bottom lines, but we also got a boost to full-year guidance.
CNBC reports: An overlooked player in data center buildout delivers... — this reflects a broader economic trend.
The pared-down run will transform each stage into the Broken Bottle, the desert honky-tonk from the band's fictional universe. Lord Huron Announce “23 Nights at the Broken Bottle” Traveling Residency Tour Alex Krinsky
Why it matters: Lord Huron Announce “23 Nights at the Broken... could define this era of music.
For most of the year, the Barnes Ice Cap in the Canadian Arctic lies quiet under a blanket of snow. By summer, that snow melts back, and the ice cap transforms in texture, its bare ice dotted with turquoise ponds and its surface threaded with meltwater channels. In summer 2026...
Why it matters: Early snow loss exposes Barnes Ice Cap bare... advances our understanding of the world.
The stars of “New Girl” are set to reunite at the upcoming Chrysalis Butterfly Ball in Los Angeles. The cast, including Zooey Deschanel, Max Greenfield, Jake Johnson, Lamorne Morris, Hannah Simone and Damon Wayans Jr., will receive the Rising Phoenix Award at the Oct. 10 gala....
Why it matters: ‘New Girl’ Cast Reunion Set for Chrysalis Butterfly... could reshape the box office conversation.
The USB port in your car is likely not powerful enough to charge your laptop, but there are other options.
The big picture: Don't use your car's USB ports to charge... — reshapes the tech landscape.
One of my favorite iPhone cases is back with a new look. I have used the previous generations of BitmoLab’s GAMEBABY case and immediately loved it. It felt like an accessory purpose-built to tug at my nostalgia strings. The superpower of this case is that it is not a secondary...
Why it matters: Hands-on: GAMEBABY’s new translucent case turns your iPhone... could change how developers build software.
Apple Watch users in China can participate in the next National Fitness Day challenge this weekend to unlock virtual rewards.
The big picture: Apple Watch ‘National Fitness Day’ challenge returns this... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
"Our customers have declined to become vassal states of the language labs," Palantir's co-founder and CEO Alex Karp said after blowout second-quarter earnings.
Bottom line from CNBC: this signals changing business strategies.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the U.S. bought yen alongside Japan to curb currency volatility and reduce risks to Asian markets.
Why it matters: Bessent says U.S. backed Japan’s yen intervention to... hints at where the money is moving.
Author Hadley Freeman explains why the designer's comeback shouldn't be conflated with today's rise in antisemitism — and argues the industry has failed to tell the story of the immigrants, artisans and entrepreneurs who built the world of couture.
The big picture: Fashion Keeps Debating John Galliano. It’s Ignoring Its... — may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Apple is asking a judge to halt OpenAI’s use of alleged trade secrets and speed up discovery.
The big picture: OpenAI fires back at Apple, publishing private emails... — reflects a broader economic trend.
Adam "Ditch" Kurtz, who fronts a Buck Owens tribute band, is the latest musician to make a run for political office
The big picture: This Honky-Tonk Picker Is Running an Irreverent Long-Shot... — could define this era of music.
EXCLUSIVE: Erin Von Schonfeldt, a comedy executive bearing more than three decades of history with Levity Live’s Improv comedy clubs, has been promoted to the company’s Chief Programming Officer. Most recently Executive Vice President of Programming, Von Schonfeldt’s promotion...
The big picture: Levity Live Promotes Erin Von Schonfeldt To Chief... — signals where Hollywood is headed.
When Northeastern University industrial engineering student Sierre Ternoey started her research position in Aachen, Germany, she was challenged to fix an issue that frustrates chemical engineers worldwide.
The big picture: AI tool may fix chemical plants' blueprints — opens new research frontiers.
A diamond-based quantum sensor inserted into a living cell can provide previously unseen levels of detail about how life works and how diseases form. "Think of it as an EKG for a single cell—a way to capture everything happening inside at once, in real time," said University o...
The big picture: New method could sharpen diamond quantum sensors for... — challenges existing scientific assumptions.
Artists like Olivia Rodrigo and Raye are catching flak from collectors and fans for selling incomplete records
Why it matters: Physical Media Fans Are Sick Of Expensive Vinyl... may set a new standard for the genre.
Juggling multiple devices with Signal? The encrypted messaging service is making it easier to use the app across different iPhones and more.
Bottom line from 9to5Mac: this signals a shift in how we use technology.
The 64GB RAM recommendation turned out be a mistake, but the overall system requirements are still pretty messy.
Bottom line from PC Gamer: this is generating hype in the community.
Both Marshall and Sonos speakers play to their strengths, but the right one for you depends on more than their price tags.
The big picture: Marshall Stanmore IV vs. Sonos Era 300: I... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
I have learned something about myself today: I shouldn't be allowed near kitchen utensils. This is a problem because I am the cook of the house, and yet my time with the demo for 500 FINGER FILLET proves most unanimously that I am going to cut one, maybe more, of my fingers of...
The big picture: The demo for 500 FINGER FILLET taught me... — may set a new standard for the genre.
Google is rolling out the August 2026 security patch for Android 17 on the Pixel 8, 8 Pro, 8a, 9, 9 Pro, 9 Pro XL, 9 Pro Fold, 9a, Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel 10 Pro XL, Pixel 10 Pro Fold, and Pixel 10a.
Why it matters: Android 17 August update rolling out with three... is one to watch for the industry.
Superstar WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba and the Seattle Seahawks take center stage in this season of Hard Knocks.
Billboard reports: ‘Hard Knocks’ 2026: Here’s How to Watch ‘Training... — this could define this era of music.
We now have the venues and full timeline for the 79th annual WGA Awards next year. The Writers Guild of America said last month that its dual 2027 ceremonies would be held February 13, and Tuesday morning came word that they will be held at the Edison Ballroom in New York City...
Why it matters: Writers Guild Pencils In The Venues & Timeline... could reshape the box office conversation.
The Edge, Hozier, Imelda May, and many more gathered in Dublin today (August 4) to pay their respects to the late singer-songwriter The post Watch Bono, Eddie Vedder and Markéta Irglová sing at Glen Hansard’s funeral appeared first on NME.
Bottom line from NME: this shows where the music business is headed.
EXCLUSIVE: Olivia Taylor Dudley (Touch Me) and François Arnaud (Heated Rivalry) star in Godstar, a dark comedy-drama from director Oren Shai, which has wrapped production in Los Angeles. Co-starring Blu Hunt (The Dead Thing) and James Urbaniak (Oppenheimer), Godstar follows Ro...
Deadline reports: Olivia Taylor Dudley & François Arnaud To Topline... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
We rounded up all the best tech essentials for a college dorm you may need this back-to-school season, from smart speakers to wireless chargers.
ZDNet reports: 15+ gadgets that can upgrade your dorm room... — this is one to watch for the industry.
A team of scientists has announced the discovery of Erhaia dijiang, a species of eyeless freshwater cave snail.
Why it matters: Mythical mountain god inspires name for China's first... could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
If you're in an urban area with strong winds, chances are you are breathing in more than a little dust. You could be exposed to metals from cars, construction sites or pesticides used decades ago.
Phys.org reports: What's in the dust? Study finds hidden metals... — this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
The Jewish Film Institute unveiled on Tuesday both the recipients of its coveted 2026 grants as well as the winners of the 46th San Francisco Jewish Film Festival’s juried and audience awards. The grantees are: The 46th San Francisco Jewish Film Festival Award winners are: Rea...
Why it matters: Jewish Film Institute Reveals 2026 Grant Recipients &... could reshape the box office conversation.
EXCLUSIVE: 20th Century Studios has rounded out the cast of its sequel to cult classic comedy Romy and Michele’s High School Reunion with the addition of Anna Baryshnikov (Idiotka) and Sofia Wylie (The Map That Leads to You). Character details are being kept under wraps. Wylie...
Why it matters: Anna Baryshnikov & Sofia Wylie Round Out Cast... reflects evolving audience tastes.
Meet the citizen scientist initiative bringing you closer to totality.
The big picture: When a total solar eclipse darkens the sky... — challenges existing scientific assumptions.
Ebola has killed more than 1,700 people in eastern Congo in the fastest-growing outbreak of the disease, data showed.
Bottom line from Phys.org: this advances our understanding of the world.
Jamie Armitage’s immersive horror show “A Ghost in Your Ear” has set its New York premiere at Audible’s off-Broadway Minetta Lane Theatre following a sold-out London run earlier this year. The show will run Tuesday, Sept. 29 through Sunday, Nov. 15. “A Ghost in Your Ear” goes ...
Why it matters: Immersive Horror Play ‘A Ghost in Your Ear’... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Leonardo DiCaprio’s Re:wild and the Bezos Earth Fund have launched the Phoenix Species Project, an initiative dedicated to recovering endangered species. The project will provide support to recover 100 species facing imminent extinction, spanning mammals, amphibians, reptiles,...
Why it matters: Leonardo DiCaprio, Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez Bezos... signals where Hollywood is headed.
Spotify's Q2 results beat on subscriber growth, gross margin and operating income, while monthly active users grew by slightly less than expected.
Bottom line from Billboard: this taps into a cultural moment.
Marvel Rivals has consistently expanded its roster ever since it went live, and for Season 9.5: The Mystery of Thebes, a sinister underworld figure is being added to the live-service game. Voiced by WWE star Damian Priest--AKA Luis Berrios--The Hood is bringing some demonic en...
Bottom line from GameSpot: this may set a new standard for the genre.
Paulson said voting with the majority last week wasn't a tough decision.
Why it matters: Philadelphia Fed President Paulson content with rates at... could affect investors and consumers alike.
The unidentified producer says he created AI-generated vocals for several tracks and is seeking at least $220,000 for the alleged work
Why it matters: Kanye West ‘Refused to Compensate’ Producer for Work... reflects the changing sound of the industry.
The brand trip is a right of passage for influencers. It's a mark of legitimacy that a sponsor wants to invite them on an all-expenses-paid vacation, often with luxurious freebies and activities. Trips can also spur hard feelings from uninvited influencers, trigger criticism f...
The big picture: How an OpenAI influencer trip backfired — could change how developers build software.
Yogscast Games and It’s Happening have revealed a new “Heat” update in celebration of the game’s fourth anniversary. If you’re not seeing it on Nintendo Switch yet, that should be changing soon. The update includes ten new challenge levels with Heat cards and three stacking le...
Why it matters: PlateUp “Heat” update out now, patch notes may set a new standard for the genre.
I'll give you a hint: It rhymes with three pee yay.
Why it matters: Rockstar's great Midnight Club racing series was killed... is generating hype in the community.
Spotify has crossed 300 million paying subscribers, a major new milestone for the audio subscription service as it competes with Apple Music.
9to5Mac reports: Spotify reaches huge subscriber milestone as Apple Music... — this may redefine how we interact with devices.
Hank Green's AI apology has sparked a wider conversation, as creators discover that generative AI can be a risk to their reputation.
Mashable reports: For creators like Hank Green, AI is now... — this is one to watch for the industry.
University of British Columbia researchers have developed an edible, seaweed-derived coating that can keep strawberries fresh for at least four days at room temperature, outperforming uncoated berries stored in the refrigerator.
Bottom line from Phys.org: this advances our understanding of the world.
Artificial light at night (ALAN) can cause plants to open their buds and sprout leaves earlier in the spring. ALAN can also cause trees to delay changing the color of their leaves in the fall. These changes can ripple through ecosystems, affecting pollinators, herbivores and i...
Phys.org reports: Reducing night lights in cities has ecological effects — this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
Japanese technology supplier and distributor confirms that the Gigabyte graphics card will cost between 20% and 40% more due to a new price increase.
Bottom line from Tom's Hardware: this reshapes the tech landscape.
SpaceX launched 24 more of its Starlink internet satellites to low Earth orbit today (Aug. 4), on the 90th Falcon 9 rocket flight of 2026.
Space.com reports: SpaceX launches Starlink satellites on 90th Falcon 9... — this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
Memory and storage prices will be inflated for the foreseeable future, so we’re always happy to find a good deal on capable gaming hardware, like this discount on the Lenovo Legion Go S with a Z2 Go processor and SteamOS. Normally $1,137.41 (and selling for close to $1,000 at ...
The Verge reports: Lenovo’s Legion Go S with SteamOS is down... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
Hank Green, a popular YouTuber and science communicator, said he is stepping back from production amid intense criticism over his use of AI. Green described his AI usage as "not healthy," but stressed that he used it for finding research sources and not to write scripts. Much ...
The big picture: ‘Not healthy’ LLM use is more common than... — signals a shift in how we use technology.
“Making my first record seemed like the beginning of something that I’d imagined for a long time," Costello writes in the liner notes, 'before I had any sense of a potential audience"
The big picture: Elvis Costello to Celebrate 49th Anniversary of ‘My... — shows where the music business is headed.
Waymo has dropped the waitlist for its robotaxi service in Dallas, the latest step in the company's bid to scale its self-driving technology across the United States, U.K., and Europe.
The big picture: Waymo opens up robotaxi service in Dallas to... — signals a shift in how we use technology.
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