Panettiere, who started working in Hollywood at a young age with roles in 'One Life to Live' and 'Remember the Titans,' among others, died last Sunday at age 36.
The big picture: Anna Paquin and Melissa Gilbert Call for Protection... — could reshape the box office conversation.
A24’s Tony landed at no. 7 in a big expansion to 1,642 runs (from just under 40). It’s cooking with a $5 million weekend and $6.6 million cume in week 3 for the Matt Johnson film starring Dominic Sessa as a young Anthony Bourdain and Antonio Banderas as an early mentor. The co...
Bottom line from Deadline: this reflects evolving audience tastes.
Katseye has scored their first No. 1 on the Billboard 200 as their latest project “Wild” debuts atop the list. “Wild,” the five-track offering led by the singles “Pinky Up” and “Hootie Frutti,” bows at the chart’s summit with 170,000 equivalent album units, marking their bigge...
Bottom line from Variety: this reflects evolving audience tastes.
After nearly three years in Hollywood distro purgatory, the stars of Coyote vs. Acme always had faith the movie would see the light of day. While discussing the Dave Green-helmed Looney Tunes movie, which premieres Aug. 28 in theaters via Ketchup Entertainment, Will Forte and ...
The big picture: Will Forte, Lana Condor “Had Hope” For ‘Coyote... — may set a new benchmark for the genre.
It’s been over a decade and two console generations since GTA V came out, and its sequel is still a work in progress. GTA VI has faced multiple delays, with developer Rockstar Games bumping back its predicted release date twice, first to May 26th, 2026, then again to November ...
The big picture: GTA VI: all the news on Rockstar’s next... — is one to watch for the industry.
Linkdaze's smart digital calendar stands out for not putting its features behind a paywall, including an AI meal planner tool.
The big picture: Linkdaze’s smart calendar is built to run a... — is one to watch for the industry.
Canada's PM said he was "reluctantly" announcing retaliatory tariffs and accused the US of starting a trade war.
BBC Business reports: Trump says Canada wants 'benefits' of being US... — this may shift market dynamics.
This summer, and this year, further shows the importance of protecting the theatrical window as the domestic annual box office has crossed the $7 billion mark according to Rentrak. Those are the best numbers we’ve seen post Covid, +20% above the same period a year ago (Jan. 1-...
The big picture: 2026 Domestic Box Office Soars Past $7 Billion,... — may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Below are the latest Nintendo products that can be currently pre-ordered at retailers for the week of August 23, 2026: United States Switch 2 Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 – August 27 – Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop Brigandine Abyss – August 27 – Amazon, Best Buy, Ga...
Nintendo Everything reports: Nintendo pre-order updates – August 23, 2026 –... — this signals what players want next.
Plus, Phoebe Bridgers earns her first solo top 10 with Lost Weekend bowing at No. 2.
The big picture: KATSEYE Achieves First No. 1 Album on Billboard... — shows where the music business is headed.
The closer two people grow, the more alike their brains work—or so the assumption goes. Two ETH Zurich studies challenge this idea by examining the brain activity of younger and older adults who drew together over several weeks. Despite growing closer, the similarity of their ...
The big picture: Collaborative drawing offers new insights into how strangers... — adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
From its aesthetic inspirations to how its co-op only gameplay differs from similar games that came before it, here’s everything to know about Orbitals.
GameSpot reports: Orbitals – Everything To Know — this is generating hype in the community.
The programme will span 10 locations with performances, workshops, open mics and panels The post BBC Introducing announce ‘LIVE’ events across the UK for young artists after being axed from Reading & Leeds appeared first on NME.
Why it matters: BBC Introducing announce ‘LIVE’ events across the UK... could define this era of music.
As creative industries remain divided on AI, Dr. Dre is full steam ahead on implementing the technology in his own work. The 8x Grammy winner recently admitted to using artificial intelligence in his music producing, explaining the he doesn’t see the technology “as a threat,” ...
Deadline reports: Dr. Dre Admits He Uses AI To Produce,... — this could reshape the box office conversation.
The 63-year-old Poison singer underwent surgery to remove a kidney stone and have a ureteral stent placed. Bret Michaels Cancels All Scheduled Tour Dates As He Recovers from Recent Surgeries Alex Young
The big picture: Bret Michaels Cancels All Scheduled Tour Dates As... — reflects the changing sound of the industry.
Here's what you need to know about streaming The Pitt, House of the Dragon, Euphoria, The Last of Us and other hit originals online for free.
Why it matters: A Step-by-Step Guide to HBO Max: Here’s What... could define this era of music.
How to watch La Liga for free. Live steam Elche vs. Barcelona in La Liga for free from anywhere in the world.
Why it matters: How to watch Elche vs. Barcelona online for... could change how developers build software.
Fresh creations like 'Among Us' and 'Haha, You Clowns' are getting snubbed for old snoozes. But there’s a way out — if the TV Academy will listen.
Hollywood Reporter reports: There Are Scores of Great New Animated Shows.... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
A guide to the confusing world of USB-C fast charging.
Engadget reports: Why are there so many fast charging standards,... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
The band also paid tribute to late drummer Taylor Hawkins in a short, effective set
The big picture: Deep Cuts, Hits, and a Choir: Foo Fighters’... — shows where the music business is headed.
Ridley Scott recently told The Times of London that he sees himself not as a “filmmaker,” but as an “influencer.” “Every time, you are vulnerable,” Scott said when asked to identify a through line in his work. “Also, I never want to repeat myself and all my films have been on ...
Variety reports: Ridley Scott Says ‘I’m Not a Filmmaker, I’m... — this signals where Hollywood is headed.
The president took a ceremonial lap of the track before the race, which is the culmination of a summer of events to mark the country's 250th birthday.
The big picture: Trump waves green flag kicking off high-speed IndyCar... — demands attention beyond borders.
With more competition than ever, the once immovable military shooter is going to have to earn its stripes, though some fans feel Infinity Ward's adjustments might be over-corrections
Bottom line from Kotaku: this may set a new standard for the genre.
"I may have just chosen to go sooner than I should have," singer writes after comeback show following kidney stone removal. "We will come back better than ever"
Rolling Stone reports: Bret Michaels Cancels All 2026 Tour Dates for... — this is making waves across platforms.
The three-time Emmy-nominated craftsman talks filming seaside meals, Renaissance palaces and hidden culinary gems while resisting the urge to make every frame too polished.
Why it matters: ‘Tucci in Italy’ Cinematographer Matt Ball on Making... is generating industry buzz.
“I planned to move most of it back after a month or two. No longer,” Burry said in a post on Substack.
Fortune reports: Burry says he sold Alibaba, calling it pricey... — this may shift market dynamics.
Democrats are currently favored to win a majority in the House of Representatives after November's elections.
The big picture: Democratic House leader Jeffries meets with Jared Kushner... — reflects a broader economic trend.
The hip-hop legend compared opposition to the technology with the early reaction to drum machines and synthesisers The post Dr. Dre says he is “embracing” AI in music: “It’s a new tool for creativity” appeared first on NME.
NME reports: Dr. Dre says he is “embracing” AI in... — this is making waves across platforms.
Harvey's first post-trained model nearly doubles LAB task completion, but only one benchmark number survives independent verification today The post Harvey Introduces Harvey Tenet: A Kimi K3 Base Post-Trained with Fireworks for Long-Horizon Legal Agent Work appeared first on M...
The big picture: Harvey Introduces Harvey Tenet: A Kimi K3 Base... — raises questions about AI's role.
The spoils in the U.S. are also the spoils abroad with the global box office in overdrive, much like the United States. Sony/Marvel Studio’s Spider-Man: Brand New Day continues to hulk out with a fourth global weekend of $109M (-43% from last weekend, ahead of the $85M that wa...
Bottom line from Deadline: this signals where Hollywood is headed.
A government minister says people have been taking risks by going into the water, with 301 deaths since 19 June.
BBC Science reports: France links sharp rise in drownings to heatwaves — this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
The class action suit claims that Amazon never obtained consent from Twitch streamers to be used to train its AI models.
The big picture: Twitch and Amazon hit with lawsuit for training... — reshapes the tech landscape.
Marijuana, mushrooms, ketamine, fentanyl, and MDMA were all seized as part of the stakeout. Hundreds of Pounds of Drugs Seized, Three More Arrested at Gathering of the Juggalos, Police Say Travis Bland
Bottom line from Consequence of Sound: this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
Paramount and the California A.G. office are set to meet Monday to discuss a settlement of the antitrust lawsuit over Paramount's Warner Bros. Discovery deal.
Bottom line from CNBC: this reflects a broader economic trend.
If you've ever wondered whether you can just charge your phone with the cable for your laptop, read on and find out how to tell.
The big picture: Is it safe to use a USB-C laptop... — could change how developers build software.
A month after undergoing kidney stone surgery, Bret Michaels is taking some time off from the road to recover. On Saturday, the Poison frontman canceled the remainder of the 2026 stops on his Live & Amplified Tour, following his doctors’ orders to take “a much-needed period of...
Bottom line from Deadline: this could reshape the box office conversation.
The 29-song set featured guest spots by Americana luminaries such as Gillian Welch, Lucinda Williams, and Iris DeMent. Big Thief Play Setlist Made Entirely of Upcoming Triple Album, Horsepower Travis Bland
Why it matters: Big Thief Play Setlist Made Entirely of Upcoming... taps into a cultural moment.
"If the market price of USTs is not 'allowed' to adjust down, the foreign exchange price of UST owned by foreign investors has to adjust via a weakening in the dollar."
Why it matters: The Treasury’s recent moves in the bond and... could affect investors and consumers alike.
Read Rosalía's explanation from her first of five nights at Mexico City's Palacio de los Deportes, where she welcomed Kenia Os into her "confessional."
Why it matters: Rosalía’s ‘La Perla’ ‘Wouldn’t Exist’ Without Paquita la... taps into a cultural moment.
Peppercorn-sized clumps of human brain cells grown in a lab for a record seven years aged similarly to those inside our heads, suggesting they "recorded the passage of time," scientists said Wednesday.
Phys.org reports: Oldest human brain cells grown in lab 'recorded... — this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
The one-off set was part of a celebration for the orchestra's outgoing music director Gustavo Dudamel The post Watch Foo Fighters play rarities with LA Philharmonic Orchestra at Hollywood Bowl appeared first on NME.
Bottom line from NME: this is making waves across platforms.
Nvidia reports earnings, and Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh is set to deliver his first Jackson Hole speech.
The big picture: Here are the 2 big things we're watching... — signals changing business strategies.
A Twitch streamer has filed a proposed class action against the platform and its parent company Amazon, claiming his broadcasts, and those of countless other creators, were fed into generative AI training with neither consent nor payment. Read more
The big picture: Twitch faces a class action lawsuit over using... — reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
GRAMADO, Brazil — “Our Secret” (“Nosso segredo”), the first feature from Grace Passô, nabbed the best feature film Kikito award at the Aug. 22 closing ceremony of the 54th Gramado Film Festival. The feature also scooped cinematography (Wilssa Esser) and art direction (Lucas Os...
Variety reports: Grace Passô’s ‘Our Secret’ Nabs the Best Film... — this signals where Hollywood is headed.
It feels rather inevitable that Google will give in to the whole “Ultra” smartwatch fad, and when something along the lines of a “Pixel Watch Ultra” does arrive, I really hope it pulls influence from Fitbit Air. This issue of 9to5Google Weekender is a part of our newsletter t...
The big picture: Google’s inevitable ‘Pixel Watch Ultra’ should copy the... — reshapes the tech landscape.
Paramount has already clapped back at the Marvel actor, calling his anti-merger comments "antisemitic."
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this could reshape the box office conversation.
The Bethesda Game Studios union continues to advocate for labor rights in the games industry.
The big picture: 'We didn't have layoffs before, and now all... — reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
Rudimentary animated feature Niu Lai bounces back from mockery, with this cow laughing all the way to the bank
Why it matters: Viral Chinese Cow Cartoon Becomes One Of The... may set a new standard for the genre.
The trio brought out guests like Iris DeMent, Gillian Welch, and Lucinda Williams to play their forthcoming LP, Horsepower, in its entirety at the Ryman Auditorium
Bottom line from Rolling Stone: this is making waves across platforms.
Martin Short is having quite a unique Emmy season, and he knows it. His name is all over this year’s nominations, via three very distinct projects: As an actor, he’s nominated for outstanding comedy lead via Hulu’s “Only Murders in the Building.” (He also has a comedy series n...
Why it matters: Martin Short Gets Honest: What It’s Like to... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Following the death of Hayden Panettiere, Melissa Gilbert is the latest to call for better protections for child actors. On Saturday, the Little House on the Prairie alum admitted she “did not know Hayden personally,” but explained that her death feels “so personal to me” as a...
Deadline reports: Melissa Gilbert Calls On Unions To Protect Child... — this could reshape the box office conversation.
The iconic hip-hop artist likened the technology to past innovations in music production. Dr. Dre Embraces AI to Create Music, Criticizes Those Who Don’t Travis Bland
Bottom line from Consequence of Sound: this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
While Epic has spent much of this year promising a launcher overhaul, including a faster, redesigned storefront with tailored recommendations and quicker ways to browse, one industry analyst has revealed that it might not be enough. Read more
Why it matters: Epic Games Store overhaul might be "too little,... could shake up the gaming landscape.
It was Timberlake's first performance since a tribute to Pharrell Williams in January The post Watch Don Toliver bring out Justin Timberlake for ‘Rock Your Body’ and ‘Body’ in Miami appeared first on NME.
Bottom line from NME: this is making waves across platforms.
Why the "would you date a bi man" debate resurfaces online every year, and what it actually costs bisexual men.
Why it matters: The internet has been sucked into bi dating... reshapes the tech landscape.
Tom Holland's superhero blockbuster topped the worldwide sum for 'Force Awakens' while up against the launches of 'Insidious: Out of the Further' and Jason Statham's 'Mutiny.'
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Welcome back to TechCrunch Mobility — your central hub for news and insights on the future of transportation.
Bottom line from TechCrunch: this could change how developers build software.
Nintendo has released its maintenance schedule for the week of August 23, 2026. As of now two sessions are currently planned. Both involve transferring data – moving user data and save data will both be impacted during the middle of the week. It’s possible that other sessions ...
The big picture: Nintendo maintenance schedule – August 23, 2026 –... — could shake up the gaming landscape.
Norwegian actors Anders Danielsen Lie and Anne Marie Ottersen were inducted into the Haugesund Walk of Fame.. The unveiling taking place during the first weekend of this year’s Norwegian Intl. Film Festival Haugesund, Danielsen Lie and Ottersen were recognized for contributin...
Bottom line from Variety: this could reshape the box office conversation.
From the latest and greatest indie games, to older titles, and even emulation, all can be played on hardware as cheap as $150 if you're willing to be a savvy shopper.
GameSpot reports: You’d Be Shocked What You Can Game On... — this could shake up the gaming landscape.
The voice of Noctis in Final Fantasy 15 takes us on a road-trip through his Steam library.
PC Gamer reports: Ray Chase, the voice of Cyclops in X-Men... — this is generating hype in the community.
"This film is a love letter to 'Star Trek'"
Why it matters: New 'Star Trek' documentary featuring William Shatner hits... challenges existing scientific assumptions.
In the town of Gary, where a third of residents live in poverty, people say they have been living in "survival mode".
BBC World reports: Thousands struggling without power in Indiana 12 days... — this has global implications.
The British conductor and keyboardist collaborated often with Oscar winner Hans Zimmer.
Hollywood Reporter reports: Nick Glennie-Smith, Composer on ‘The Rock,’ ‘The Man... — this signals where Hollywood is headed.
Long may Peter Parker reign! Sony’s Marvel adventure “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” continues to dominate at the box office, collecting $39 million in its fourth weekend of release. Despite a smattering of newcomers, Spidey remained at No. 1 ahead of another Sony release, “Insidi...
Why it matters: Box Office: ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ Triumphs Again... could reshape the box office conversation.
At a special 'Fury Road' screening, the star acknowledged how iconic her character has become, so much so that she now meets young children named Furiosa: "The weirdest thing ever."
Hollywood Reporter reports: Charlize Theron Reflects on ‘Mad Max: Fury Road’... — this could reshape the box office conversation.
“You guys are watching herstory being made,” Larsson told the crowd at All Points East in London
Pitchfork reports: Zara Larsson and PinkPantheress Finally Perform “Stateside” Live — this is making waves across platforms.
Beckham had performed with his band The Breakers earlier in the day The post Watch Cruz Beckham join The Kooks for ‘Jackie Big Tits’ at Rock N Roll Circus Norwich appeared first on NME.
The big picture: Watch Cruz Beckham join The Kooks for ‘Jackie... — could define this era of music.
A whole bunch of smart watches are getting phased out this year. Is your watch on the list?
Engadget reports: These modern smartwatches are in their last year... — this is one to watch for the industry.
SUNDAY AM WRITETHRU after Friday and Saturday updates: This weekend belongs to Sony, or at least the top two spots at the box office do, with Marvel Studios’ Spider-Man: Brand New Day‘s fourth frame of $39 million at 4,006 sites and Screen Gems/Blumhouse/Atomic Monster/Stage 6...
Bottom line from Deadline: this reflects evolving audience tastes.
After a two year hiatus, Apple is working on a new iMac with the M6 chipset and updated color options, per Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. It should release “before the end of the year.”
The big picture: Apple launching updated iMac with M6 chip and... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
Tree fossils that are 56 million years old are trying to tell us something about how long forests take to bounce back from extreme heat.
Fortune reports: Earth’s forests took 100,000 years to recover from... — this may shift market dynamics.
Researchers have uncovered a possible reason why the Alzheimer’s risk gene APOE4 can disrupt the brain long before memory problems begin. In mice, APOE4 increased a protein called Nell2, shrinking neurons and making memory circuits unusually active. That early hyperactivity pr...
ScienceDaily reports: A major Alzheimer’s risk gene may shrink brain... — this advances our understanding of the world.
An abandoned farm field became a flourishing wildflower meadow within little more than a decade, with plant diversity doubling and thousands of orchids appearing naturally. The discovery suggests that simply giving nature time to recover could be a powerful and inexpensive too...
The big picture: Scientists left this farm field alone. Thousands of... — advances our understanding of the world.
Of Jupiter's four Galilean moons, Callisto is the one that gets the least attention. Io is constantly being resurfaced by volcanoes. Europa has a giant liquid water ocean. And Ganymede has its own magnetic field that interacts with its parent planet in weird ways. Callisto, by...
Phys.org reports: JWST peeks at Callisto's ancient scars — this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
Blue morpho butterflies have captivated the human eye for centuries. We even have one as an emoji on our phones. In a recent experiment, researchers at the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute (STRI) documented for the first time that hot temperatures during development can...
Why it matters: Hot temperatures can dull blue morpho butterflies' iridescent... could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
Jane Schoenbrun's latest film, Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma, is making a splash in theaters right now. So it seems like the perfect time to revisit their first film, We're All Going to the World's Fair. I fell in love with this film when I first saw it at Sundance in 2...
Why it matters: We’re All Going to the World’s Fair is... signals a shift in how we use technology.
Most published authors have, without their knowledge or consent, contributed to the development of the same AI tools that threaten to undermine their livelihoods. That seems illegal, right?
Bottom line from TechCrunch: this could change how developers build software.
The Hawk Fire has already burned structures and forced 14,000 homes to evacuate, just weeks after fires north of Reno scorched 100,000 acres.
Bottom line from Fortune: this reflects a broader economic trend.
She also appeared in 'Three on a Couch,' 'For Love or Money' and 'Batman' before becoming a passionate antiwar activist and conservationist.
The big picture: Leslie Parrish, Actress in ‘Li’l Abner’ and ‘The... — signals where Hollywood is headed.
Taking the stage for first time in over a year, singer joins rapper for "Rock Your Body" and "Body"
Rolling Stone reports: See Justin Timberlake Make Surprise Appearance at Don... — this shows where the music business is headed.
Trump sued the BBC, and then a court tried to serve subpoenas on Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner. Secret Service agents turned them away.
Bottom line from Fortune: this could affect investors and consumers alike.
Nancy Kassebaum Baker, a governor's daughter who never wanted the spotlight, has died at 94 — still Kansas's most unlikely political icon.
Bottom line from Fortune: this could affect investors and consumers alike.
The Gibbon Conservation Center cares for some 40 gibbons today, whose singing can sometimes be heard a mile away in the outskirts of Santa Clarita.
Fortune reports: A California house painter taught himself about gibbons... — this could affect investors and consumers alike.
We’re just a few weeks away from the rumored launch of the foldable iPhone Ultra. As we’ve written before, excitement for the device is mounting. A new report from Bloomberg today outlines what people inside Apple who have used the iPhone Ultra love about it.
The big picture: Here’s what people who have used the iPhone... — signals a shift in how we use technology.
China said on Sunday it was postponing its planned ambitious Chang'e-7 lunar mission, which was set to carry out explorations including searching for water ice on the moon.
Why it matters: China abruptly postpones ambitious Chang'e-7 lunar mission launch opens new research frontiers.
Sanae Takaichi says she sleep 0-3 hours nightly. “I’ve never seen a ghost, but I have often screamed because of my encounters with cockroaches."
The big picture: Japan’s PM is barely sleeping and rarely leaving... — signals changing business strategies.
Researchers have found a way to slash the processing time for 3D-printed zirconia crowns from as much as 100 hours to under 30 minutes. The advance could eventually let dentists print strong, customized permanent crowns for patients within a single appointment.
Why it matters: The dental crown of the future could be... could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, Apple is preparing significant changes at its retail stores in preparation for upcoming Home product launches. At the very least, Apple should debut a refreshed HomePod mini and Apple TV 4K this fall, though the changes would suggest a thi...
The big picture: Apple Stores preparing ‘significant’ changes for new Home... — signals a shift in how we use technology.
Wi-Fi 6 Vs Wi-Fi 7: What's The Difference And Which Is Better For Home Internet?
Engadget reports: Wi-Fi 6 vs Wi-Fi 7: What's the difference... — this reshapes the tech landscape.
Help or hinder BG3's vampire elf as he tangles with a Bastellus in A Dream of Silence.
Why it matters: If you're desperate for more Baldur's Gate 3,... is generating hype in the community.
The ToxicPanda Android malware has evolved with new malicious functionality, expanding its targeting to 349 applications and adding support for 167 remote commands. [...]
Bottom line from BleepingComputer: this exposes vulnerabilities that affect millions.
Superconductors are materials that carry electrical current with zero resistance below a specific critical temperature. In conventional superconductors, the transition to superconductivity generally occurs at very low temperatures.
Why it matters: The superconducting gap of an ultrathin nickelate defies... challenges existing scientific assumptions.
The Asus Prime Radeon RX 9070 OC is available for just $629.99 on Amazon, delivering strong 1440p performance, 16GB of VRAM, a 2,610MHz boost clock, and a triple-fan cooling system at a $120 discount.
Why it matters: Grab the Asus Prime Radeon RX 9070 OC... is one to watch for the industry.
Connections: Sports Edition is a New York Times word game about finding common sports threads between words. How to solve the day's puzzle.
Mashable reports: NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers... — this could change how developers build software.
The woman reportedly told the Daily Mail reporter they had the wrong person before the tabloid published the photos anyway. The Daily Mail Followed and Photographed the Wrong Woman While Trying to Find Meg White Alex Krinsky
Why it matters: The Daily Mail Followed and Photographed the Wrong... shows where the music business is headed.
Customers say the disruption to virtually all UK CrossCountry services is the "worst case scenario".
BBC Business reports: CrossCountry cancels 'almost all' UK services after power... — this signals changing business strategies.
The 29-song album was performed in full at the Ryman Auditorium alongside special guests Lucinda Williams, Gillian Welch, Iris DeMent, and more
Pitchfork reports: Big Thief Debut New Triple Album, Horsepower, Live... — this is making waves across platforms.
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 August 23, 2026 — reshapes the tech landscape.
Nintendo has updated the Japanese Switch and Switch 2 release schedule on eShop for the week of August 27, 2026. Various new titles are on the way, highlighted by Elden Ring, Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2, and more. Here’s a look at the upcoming digital download s...
Bottom line from Nintendo Everything: this may set a new standard for the genre.
Nothing but scrap.
PC Gamer reports: Gunstoppable gives me the same head-empty unbridled joy... — this is generating hype in the community.
Taking measurements of the same CME from different vantage points in the solar system revealed the true extent of a solar eruption.
Why it matters: How a huge fleet of 17 spacecraft discovered... could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
The country music icon said her avatar performances are in the early stages of development. Dolly Parton Avatar Performances in Development Travis Bland
Why it matters: Dolly Parton Avatar Performances in Development could define this era of music.
China has delayed its ambitious ice-hunting Chang'e 7 mission to the moon's south pole due to a brewing storm near the launch site. A new target date has not been announced.
Bottom line from Space.com: this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
The blowout concert celebrated departing composer Gustavo Dudamel. Foo Fighters Play Rarities with Gustavo Dudamel and LA Philharmonic at One-Off Hollywood Bowl Show Alex Young
The big picture: Foo Fighters Play Rarities with Gustavo Dudamel and... — reflects the changing sound of the industry.
GRAMADO, Brazil — “Seduction” (“Sedução”), a feature set in the Amazon Rainforest region and helmed by Zelito Viana and Marcos Palmeira, will have its world premiere on Sept. 11 at the 30th edition of the Inffinito Brazilian Film Festival in Miami. H2O is also releasing in loc...
Why it matters: ‘Seduction,’ Helmed by Zelito Viana and Marcos Palmeira,... reflects evolving audience tastes.
Ethiopia's Yomif Kejelcha breaks the men's half marathon world record in a time of 56 minutes 51 seconds in a World Athletics road race in Buenos Aires.
BBC World reports: Kejelcha breaks men's half marathon world record by... — this reflects broader geopolitical shifts.
In our complete, 10,000-word cover-story interview, Lee and Lifeson go incredibly deep on what it took to bring Rush back to life
The big picture: Inside Rush’s Triumphant Return: Our Full Interview with... — is making waves across platforms.
If you're struggling to get Siri to work with your car's CarPlay system, there are some things you can check.
Engadget reports: The reasons Siri may not work on CarPlay — this could change how developers build software.
Dr. Dre, the legendary hip-hop producer and performer, sees AI as another tool in the music-tech toolbox akin to synthesizers — and asserted that only people “who have trouble creating” are afraid of AI. Dre, founder of the Aftermath record label and co-founder and CEO of Appl...
Bottom line from Variety: this could reshape the box office conversation.
The US Army tested an autonomous breaching vehicle with an onboard counter-UAS turret during a live-fire exercise at Fort Bragg on August 18.
Bottom line from Tom's Hardware: this may redefine how we interact with devices.
The increases will take effect on Grace Blackwell and Vera Rubin systems shipping early next year.
Why it matters: Nvidia reportedly warns biggest customers of 15% price... signals a shift in how we use technology.
"We’re all here for a celebration, you know what's going on. So we're gonna have a good time," Billy Gibbons told Austin crowd as band returned to stage following Beard's death earlier this week
Bottom line from Rolling Stone: this is making waves across platforms.
Researchers at CERN have created microscopic versions of the early Universe by colliding surprisingly small atomic nuclei at nearly the speed of light. The collisions produced quark-gluon plasma, the ultra-hot matter believed to have filled the cosmos shortly after the Big Ban...
ScienceDaily reports: Physicists create a tiny “Big Bang” with surprisingly... — this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
Electron microscopes are used wherever particularly small details need to be imaged. But from a strictly physical point of view, every electron in a conventional electron microscope represents a missed opportunity: If all you do is count electrons, any additional quantum infor...
The big picture: Quantum computer microscope is set to significantly improve... — challenges existing scientific assumptions.
Money is flooding into equal-weight stock market ETFs this year. Investing experts say it's not a fad.
The big picture: Equal-weight S&P 500 is leading the 2026 market... — may shift market dynamics.
You might not need to invest in a newer pair of earbuds to improve the sound quality. Here's how to upgrade your current pair for a better listening experience.
Why it matters: This affordable fix may be all you need... signals a shift in how we use technology.
The Asus PG27UCWM brings a new sub-pixel layout to the world of OLED gaming monitors, and in my testing, I appreciated the improvements it brings to the table.
Wired reports: Asus ROG Swift RGB Stripe OLED Review: Clarity... — this is one to watch for the industry.
Nvidia's most powerful desktop offering, the GB300 DGX Station, is available to buy starting from just $94,930 and you can spec it up to $108,350. It offers 748GB of unified memory shared across the 72-core Grace CPU and Blackwell Ultra GPU, and it can be yours in a pretty sta...
Why it matters: Nvidia’s GB300-powered DGX Station desktop tower listed for... could change how developers build software.
Mykhailo Fedorov has also called for wartime elections to be held in Ukraine.
The big picture: Zelensky should be asked what he knew about... — affects international relations.
How to watch F1 for free. Live stream the Dutch GP in the 2026 F1 season for free from anywhere in the world.
Mashable reports: Im watching the Dutch GP for free this... — this could change how developers build software.
The Apple AirPods Pro 3 is on sale at Amazon for $189.99, down from the list price of $249. That's a 24% discount.
The big picture: Apple AirPods Pro 3 are discounted by almost... — could change how developers build software.
The final film in the folk horror trilogy brings closure to the saga as well as its creator's family after more than 50 years.
Bottom line from BBC World: this demands attention beyond borders.
How to watch Premier League for free. Live stream Manchester City vs. Bournemouth in the Premier League for free from anywhere in the world.
Bottom line from Mashable: this could change how developers build software.
Lego is giving visitors a chance to build and take home a miniature model of the Human-Human Fruit from One Piece for free. These events are running on Aug. 23rd from 12-2 p.m. in the U.S. and Canada.
The big picture: Lego is giving away a free One Piece... — signals a shift in how we use technology.
The second-edition of the five-day competition kicked off in Beijing, China, on Saturday.
BBC World reports: Robot boxing, football and sprinting at World Humanoid... — this affects international relations.
The U.K. government says the incident did not pose a risk to the country's energy system, adding that it briefed CEOs of companies in the sector with advice.
CNBC reports: Small UK power generator shut down after cyberattack... — this may shift market dynamics.
A 113GB GTA VI ISO file is circulating on the internet, with its file name making it seem like it was the game build that Cyberleek is allegedly in possession of. But upon further investigation, it appears to just be a 50KB virus padded with zeroes to make it look like the rea...
Why it matters: Fake GTA VI ISO circulates on the internet... reshapes the tech landscape.
Andon Labs' AI agent Luna fired a human employee at a San Francisco store for the first time but needed a clear push from the operators to do it. When the scenario was replayed with seven models, more capable AIs recommended termination more consistently, while weaker ones hes...
Bottom line from The Decoder: this highlights the rapid pace of AI adoption.
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