Geddy Lee, Alex Lifeson, and new drummer Anika Nilles tell all about rock’s biggest and most unlikely tour: “I’m this age now. Can I still do it?”
Bottom line from Rolling Stone: this shows where the music business is headed.
Even Realities CEO, Will Wang, joins Overtime to talk about his history with Apple, why Silicon Valley is no longer the place for hardware innovations, insights into the Apple supply chain and China, the Even Realities G2, privacy challenges, and why smart glasses are the futu...
9to5Mac reports: 9to5Mac Overtime 077: Smart glasses are the future — this reshapes the tech landscape.
A Canadian, she also appeared in ‘Goldenrod,’ ‘Two Solitudes,’ the biblical miniseries ‘Joseph’ and ‘General Hospital.’
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Google's Gemini-driven meeting software can now save a transcript, send it to Google Drive, and email you a copy.
The big picture: Google Meet can take notes for your in-person... — is one to watch for the industry.
Instagram's wordmark is iconic. Well, was iconic. Apparently Instagram thought it looked old, so the company rolled out a new one this week. It doesn't look like the old Instagram wordmark. It doesn't even look like it spells Instagram anymore. And we cannot figure out why Ins...
The Verge reports: Mark Zuckerberg has an Instagzam — this reshapes the tech landscape.
Single-use grills pose a "significant risk to the public" in current drought and heatwave conditions, the government warns.
The big picture: Temporary ban on sale of disposable BBQs over... — hints at where the money is moving.
Disney has suddenly expanded 'Doomsday' tickets beyond just premium format theaters.
Hollywood Reporter reports: ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ Tickets Put On Sale For All... — this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
"One In a Million wasn’t just an album; it was art [and] a masterpiece," the rapper wrote.
Why it matters: Missy Elliott Celebrates 30 Years of Aaliyah’s ‘Futuristic... reflects the changing sound of the industry.
OpenAI's Computer History records clicks, keystrokes, and app switches on Mac and turns them into a searchable timeline for ChatGPT and Codex. The data is stored locally as unencrypted Markdown files. OpenAI says it's not used for AI training, but memories that feed into chats...
Bottom line from The Decoder: this raises questions about AI's role.
The Nathusius' pipistrelle is believed to be the first confirmed discovery of its kind in the area.
The big picture: Rare breeding bat found roosting near reservoir — adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
The ‘Babygirl’ star gets her dance moves on in a drag club as a muse for Sivan, a ‘Boy Erased’ co-star.
Why it matters: Nicole Kidman Grooves With Troye Sivan in Glam... could reshape the box office conversation.
From vinyl and graphic tees to drinks and candy, Target's exclusive Katseye merch is flying off the shelves (before it even hits them)
Rolling Stone reports: New Target-Exclusive Katseye ‘Wild’ Collectibles Are Selling Fast... — this could define this era of music.
Singer Rivers Cuomo told a 2025 Coachella crowd that the band was shooting the film in Los Angeles before their gig.
The big picture: Weezer Guitarist Brian Bell Confirms Band’s 2027 Movie... — shows where the music business is headed.
With songs like "Choosin' Texas" and "Spend Dat" blasting everywhere, DJs have their own ideas about what rules the season
The big picture: The Charts and the Clubs Have Different Definitions... — could define this era of music.
The group that includes Jeff Bezos has an option to become the majority shareholder within the next year.
CNBC reports: Group including Jeff Bezos buys minority stake in... — this may shift market dynamics.
A host that sheds an abundance of parasites might seem like an obvious disease-spreading threat. But new research suggests that shedding large volumes of parasites does not dictate transmission efficiency—and "super-shedders" may not be the superspreaders of infectious disease...
Phys.org reports: Quality vs. quantity: Why 'super-shedders' may not be... — this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
Google will now allow you to remove visible watermarks from the images, videos, and music made with AI tools. With the update, you can toggle off a new "Media watermark" setting in Gemini and Google's AI video generator, Flow. When toggled off, Google will remove the "sparkle"...
The big picture: You can now turn off Google Gemini’s visible... — could change how developers build software.
The U.S. is looking to scale defense manufacturing and chip away at China's drone dominance.
The big picture: Drone stocks rally after Trump orders tariffs on... — reflects a broader economic trend.
Disney has set a Sept. 2 global streaming date for Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu on Disney+. That reps a long 103 day window between theatrical and streaming for the Jon Favreau directed movie. The movie led the Memorial Day box office with a $167M global start, but wou...
Bottom line from Deadline: this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
The collaboration appears on the rapper’s latest album, TURR4ZO, a “love letter to Argentina” built around the country’s musical history. Argentine Rap Star Trueno Teams Up with Maria Becerra for Nostalgic “90s” Video: Watch Pedro Camacho
The big picture: Argentine Rap Star Trueno Teams Up with Maria... — is making waves across platforms.
Robb Moss' third entry in his decades-spanning documentary series about his college friends illustrates how age can mellow us without altering what counts.
Why it matters: ‘The Bend in the River’ Review: A Group... could reshape the box office conversation.
The actress plays a musical prodigy in the Disney movie: "It kind of just felt like we were just making a movie with a bunch of our friends — like we were at summer camp."
Hollywood Reporter reports: ‘Camp Rock 3’ Breakout Lumi Pollack on Learning... — this could reshape the box office conversation.
The electoral commission said violence had "resulted in the theft of marked ballot papers".
Why it matters: Zambia vote counting resumes after pause over alleged... has global implications.
New CEO Josh D'Amaro has said his strategy for continued growth at Disney is centered around storytelling, intellectual property and technology.
The big picture: Disney CEO Josh D'Amaro tells CNBC parks were... — reflects a broader economic trend.
And I don't know where we go from here. Any positive thoughts welcome.
Why it matters: We've been tracking graphics card prices for exactly... may set a new standard for the genre.
A U.S. appeals court has ruled in favor of Gilead Sciences against companies known as alternative funding programs that import medicines from overseas.
CNBC reports: Court rules companies can't import Gilead medications from... — this reflects a broader economic trend.
Unforgetful, the latest app from longtime indie developer Marco Arment, is designed to make reminders harder to ignore — or accidentally dismiss.
The big picture: Unforgetful is a new reminders app for people... — is one to watch for the industry.
After Ally Pankiw shared her response to the inquiry, fellow director Kate Herron also revealed she'd turned down the gig based on J.K. Rowling's books
Bottom line from Kotaku: this may set a new standard for the genre.
With the launch of the Pixel 11, Google is rolling out a handful of updates to the Journal app that are already appearing on older devices.
9to5Google reports: Pixel Journal update brings cloud-based Private AI Compute,... — this may redefine how we interact with devices.
Madison researchers recognize a new species of baobab tree, Adansonia bozy, unique to Madagascar, according to a study published in the journal Taxon. Previously, members of A. bozy were classified within a different species of Malagasy baobab, Adansonia za.
Why it matters: Genetic analysis reveals new species of endangered baobab... advances our understanding of the world.
The songs skew from the political in "Katy Bar the Door" to the emotional in "Living Undercover." Rise Against Unveil Two New Singles Ahead of Fall Tour with Alkaline Trio Langdon Hickman
The big picture: Rise Against Unveil Two New Singles Ahead of... — taps into a cultural moment.
Argentina’s beloved provocateur enlists St. Vincent, Amyl and the Sniffers, Viagra Boys, Miranda! and more to indulge in the corrosive side of fame
Rolling Stone reports: Dillom Gives Into Sex, Drugs, and Rock &... — this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
UPDATE, August 14, 9.17 a.m. PT: Liverpool have confirmed Jeff Bezos and Eduardo Saverin are among a group that has acquired a minority stake in the English football giants. The club’s owner, Fenway Sports Group, said it has sold a shareholding to 1892 Holdings, a consortium l...
Why it matters: English Football Giants Liverpool Confirm Sale Of Stake... signals where Hollywood is headed.
Most apps make our personal lives easier. This one helps the oppressed communicate by turning your phone into a Tor proxy. No technical knowledge needed.
Why it matters: I tested an Android app that lets anyone... may redefine how we interact with devices.
AT&T’s CMO says customers who love the brand are three times less likely to leave, 50% more likely to buy a second product, and cheaper to acquire.
Why it matters: AT&T’s CMO tied ‘brand love’ to the numbers... reflects a broader economic trend.
EXCLUSIVE: HBO is betting on Advantage Player, landing a gambling-themed drama starring and executive produced by Riley Keough in a competitive situation, Deadline has learned. The project, inspired by real-life advantage player Gina Fiore, comes from Michael Ellenberg’s Media...
Deadline reports: Riley Keough To Star In ‘Advantage Player’ Casino... — this could reshape the box office conversation.
The actor is famous for playing intense and deeply conflicted people. But his grueling performance in HBO’s hit just might win him an Emmy.
The big picture: ‘Task’ Star Tom Pelphrey: The One Thing That... — could reshape the box office conversation.
OpenAI's C-suite turnover gives investors another reason for concern as the company pushes toward a mammoth IPO.
Why it matters: OpenAI talent exodus raises 'huge red flag' ahead... hints at where the money is moving.
Less is more when it comes to how I use the Apple Watch. The best experience, for me, requires few notifications and intentional focus on what I want out of the device. This approach applies to Apple Watch faces too. While there are no new watch faces in watchOS 27 yet, I’ve b...
Bottom line from 9to5Mac: this may redefine how we interact with devices.
Turning off this setting won't affect invisible benchmarks used to identify an AI generated file.
Why it matters: Google will now allow users to remove visible... reshapes the tech landscape.
“Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse” is the latest movie to get hit by an unauthorized leak. The trailer for the third “Spider-Verse” movie, which is scheduled to hit theaters on June 18, 2027, appeared to leak online on Twitter/X this week. Co-writer and producer Chris Mille...
Variety reports: ‘Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse’ Trailer Leaks Online, Prompting... — this signals where Hollywood is headed.
EXCLUSIVE: Final Destination Bloodlines star Kaitlyn Santa Juana, Maclean Fish (Little House On The Prairie) and Nikki Roumel (Ginny & Georgia) are leading road-trip dramedy, The Jam Van. Madison MacIsaac (My Secret Santa), Cassandra Potenza (Clown in a Cornfield) and Dom Berg...
Why it matters: ‘Final Destination’ Star Kaitlyn Santa Juana, Maclean Fish... is generating industry buzz.
New spyware attacks are aimed at journalists, activists, politicians, diplomats, and others. Here's how Apple is notifying them and what they should do - after turning on Lockdown Mode.
ZDNet reports: Apple is warning users of new spyware attacks... — this may redefine how we interact with devices.
The K-pop act marks its latest EP release with a Kuromi collection featuring apparel, collectibles, drinkware and more.
Bottom line from Billboard: this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
AI agents using Claude Opus 4.8 and GPT-5.6 Sol were given six days, $3,000 in API credits, and GPU access to independently write AI research papers. The original authors of unpublished NeurIPS papers rated the results as "Reject." According to the study, conducted with Prince...
Why it matters: Study contradicts Anthropic and OpenAI claims that autonomous... raises questions about AI's role.
Variety Awards Circuit section is the home for all awards news and related content throughout the year, featuring the following: the official predictions for the upcoming Oscars, Emmys, Grammys and Tony Awards ceremonies, curated by Variety chief awards editor Clayton Davis. T...
The big picture: Oscar Predictions: Best Director — Could Christopher Nolan... — could reshape the box office conversation.
The shut down of Pokémon Bank is affecting a lot of little things across the old games
Why it matters: With The Shutdown Of Pokémon Bank, Some Cool... may set a new standard for the genre.
The Jersey rapper decided to go back to basics and dropped a sequel to 'Finesse the World' last month. Check out our conversation.
The big picture: RetcH Talks ‘Point Guard’ Video, ‘FTW 2’ &... — taps into a cultural moment.
The Green Lantern drama, premiering August 16th, stars Kyle Chandler and Aaron Pierre as warring space cops. Lanterns Review: A Fantastic Cast Grapples with a Very HBO Take on DC Comics Liz Shannon Miller
Why it matters: Lanterns Review: A Fantastic Cast Grapples with a... could define this era of music.
A more practical take on the intergalactic peacekeepers The post ‘Lanterns’ review: buddy-cop drama is worlds away from Ryan Reynolds’ comic book disaster appeared first on NME.
The big picture: ‘Lanterns’ review: buddy-cop drama is worlds away from... — is making waves across platforms.
Rolling out to ChatGPT's Mac app, Computer History creates a timeline from your activities across the apps and websites you use on your Mac. Is that a privacy risk?
Why it matters: ChatGPT's new Computer History tracks your Mac activity... could change how developers build software.
A medieval monastery complex, long believed to be lost, has now been identified using ground-penetrating radar (GPR) in Roskilde, Denmark. The investigations have uncovered extensive and well-preserved remains of the St Clare's Convent from the 13th century, approximately 1 me...
Phys.org reports: Long-lost convent rediscovered under a soccer field in... — this advances our understanding of the world.
Of all the superheroes to give the gritty realism treatment, the Green Lantern is an odd choice. Tasked with enforcing intergalactic order with a magic ring bestowed by a group of blue aliens (before the Na’avi, there were the Guardians), the character occupies the opposite en...
Variety reports: Kyle Chandler and Aaron Pierre Are Great ‘Lanterns’,... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
XPRIZE announced the judges for its sci-fi film competition, which aims to inspire optimistic adaptations of a technology-enabled future. Neil deGrasse Tyson, Neal Stephenson, Mira Lane and Rod Roddenberry will preside over the competition. The panel will help select the grand...
Bottom line from Variety: this could reshape the box office conversation.
Co-created by Chris Mundy, Damon Lindelof, and Tom King, the new superhero series stars Aaron Pierre and Kyle Chandler as intergalactic peacekeepers investigating a shooting in America's heartland.
Bottom line from IndieWire: this is generating industry buzz.
Two legacy DC comics characters get to play green and gritty in HBO's buddy-cop TV procedural that's still heavy on the IP
Bottom line from Rolling Stone: this taps into a cultural moment.
With three native Southern Californians at the helm, The Wrong Girls was always meant to be set in the unique weed culture of Los Angeles. Ahead of the release of the stoner comedy, which premieres Friday in theaters, writer-director Dylan Meyer and stars Kristen Stewart and A...
Why it matters: ‘The Wrong Girls’ Writer/Director & Cast On Stoner... could reshape the box office conversation.
“I’ve always wanted to create music on my terms while building a legacy that extends beyond the industry,” the "Savage" rapper said of her new partnership on Friday.
Why it matters: Megan Thee Stallion Signs Distribution Partnership With Interscope,... signals where Hollywood is headed.
The star will be recognized for his work in raising awareness of separated and re-unified immigrant families at the Aug. 29 event.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this signals where Hollywood is headed.
Chris Mundy, Damon Lindelof and Tom King created the series, in which Hal Jordan and John Stewart bicker more than they kick intergalactic butt.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this is generating industry buzz.
Based on Shuang Xuetao's acclaimed novella, the film co-stars rising actor Jiang Qiming and tells the story of a man's multi-decade dream of taking flight with a homemade jetpack.
The big picture: Chinese Drama ‘Take Off’ Set for U.S. Release... — could reshape the box office conversation.
As Venus gets close to its greatest brilliancy in the evening sky, it’s a good time to test one of astronomy’s less believable claims.
Space.com reports: Can Venus cast a shadow? Here's how to... — this advances our understanding of the world.
HBO's "Lanterns" introduces Hal Jordan (Kyle Chandler) and John Stewart (Aaron Pierre) to the DCU, and the result is a blast.
Mashable reports: Lanterns review: Kyle Chandler and Aaron Pierre shine... — this may redefine how we interact with devices.
One Caledonian government agency reported a breach, thanks to a third party that may have serviced other agencies as well.
Dark Reading reports: Scottish Govt Suffers Potentially Widening Data Breach at... — this underscores the cost of weak defenses.
The government says it is considering cutting the new electric car sales target from 80% to 50% by 2030.
The big picture: Electric vehicle sales targets could be cut after... — challenges existing scientific assumptions.
Olivier Derivière’s original score is coming ahead of the game’s release at the end of the month The post ‘Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy’ soundtrack is coming to streaming next week appeared first on NME.
Why it matters: ‘Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy’ soundtrack is coming... could define this era of music.
United Airlines’ 58-year-old CEO shares the first mantra he learned while training as a pilot—and one that was recently publicly put to the test.
The big picture: United CEO Scott Kirby tells Gen Z interns... — hints at where the money is moving.
In a competitive situation, Netflix has greenlit the YA romance series “Sid & Zoey.” The show hails from creator Jon Kasdan and writer John Shiban. Both also serve as executive producers and co-showrunners. Blumhouse Atomic Monster and Bad Robot also executive produce. Netflix...
Variety reports: Netflix Orders YA Gothic Romance ‘Sid & Zoey,’... — this is generating industry buzz.
The tour celebrates the 25th anniversary of classic album ‘Bleed American’, and features support from Rise Against, Jay Som and The Get Up Kids The post Jimmy Eat World at Crystal Palace Bowl: check out the stage times appeared first on NME.
Bottom line from NME: this could define this era of music.
From the team that brought you almost every Pokémon game comes a predictable post-apocalyptic adventure The post ‘Beast Of Reincarnation’ review: the most forgettable game of 2026 appeared first on NME.
Bottom line from NME: this taps into a cultural moment.
Traditional living is drawing younger consumers and becoming big business as creators turn old-fashioned skills into modern commerce.
The big picture: Meet a 29-year-old influencer who calls herself a... — may shift market dynamics.
Deborah Ann Woll plays Faye in the upcoming PS5 game God of War Laufey, and she had quite a memorable first day on set. At San Diego Comic-Con recently, she shared a story about how, on her very first day, she broke a famous prop from The Last of Us due to her strength and ten...
GameSpot reports: Watch God Of War Laufey Star Smash The... — this is generating hype in the community.
The deal comes after a judge ordered a trial over accusations Live Nation failed to stop a fight that saw a concertgoer “violently beaten into unconsciousness.”
Billboard reports: Live Nation Settles Lawsuit Over Luke Bryan Concert... — this shows where the music business is headed.
'Roblox appears to prioritize revenue and engagement metrics over the safety and well-being of our children'
Why it matters: Roblox Is Now Under Investigation By The U.S.... reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
FRIDAY AM: Warner Bros/Bad Robot’s PG-13 The End of Oak Street came in at $2.5M for Thursday night U.S. previews. The running global tally is $6.5M with key openings in Italy and France. Global outlook is still $38M WW-$48M WW with the foreign haul likely outweighing domestic....
Why it matters: ‘The End Of Oak Street’ Stomping To $38M-$48M... is generating industry buzz.
Prospectors are eyeing mineral deposits within the former boundaries of the Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monuments in Utah.
NY Times Science reports: Mining Claims Staked on Land Cut From Bears... — this advances our understanding of the world.
Third-party app stores are about to become more visible in Google Play.
The big picture: Judge gives Google one week to fix "anticompetitive"... — signals a shift in how we use technology.
Google Health 5.06 is rolling out on Android and iOS to let you control what Health Coach guidance appears in the Today tab.
The big picture: Google Health 5.06 rolling out to control the... — is one to watch for the industry.
“Succession” star J. Smith-Cameron will star alongside “Yellowstone” actor Jefferson White in the upcoming independent feature film “In Our Own Sweet Way” from director, writer, and producer Jeff Rutherford. The film recently wrapped and is being produced under Rutherford’s b...
Why it matters: J. Smith-Cameron and Jefferson White Cast in Jeff... signals where Hollywood is headed.
Meta released Glimmer this week, an open-weight AI model anyone can download and run on their own hardware — a contrast to Muse Spark, the company’s more powerful model that stays locked behind its own APIs. The release landed alongside a letter from Mark Zuckerberg arguing AI...
TechCrunch reports: Does Mark Zuckerberg really believe AI is ‘for... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
We are getting set to head into the weekend with the ongoing 25% price drop on AirPods Pro 3 and a solid $100 off AirPods Max 2, but today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by the most affordable 13-inch M5 MacBook Air back at $1,099 in 3 colors via official Apple refurb sto...
9to5Mac reports: Deals: M5 MacBook Air from $1,099 ($200 off),... — this may redefine how we interact with devices.
Dinosaur fans are in luck because two prehistoric films, “The End of Oak Street” and “Paw Patrol: The Dino Movie,” are hitting theaters this weekend, but they’ll be no match for reigning box office champion “Spider-Man: Brand New Day.” Warner Bros.’ “The End of Oak Street,” st...
Variety reports: Box Office: ‘End of Oak Street’ Makes $2.5... — this signals where Hollywood is headed.
During a podcast interview, the Secretary of State said he doesn't listen to country music because "most of the songs are about, like, somebody whose wife and dog left them"
Bottom line from Rolling Stone: this is making waves across platforms.
The United States could exhaust its domestic phosphorus supply within 40 years. Europe, Latin America and Southeast Asia already depend on imports from China and Morocco to meet their needs. Without phosphorus, crops cannot grow—and without a reliable supply of the mineral, th...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
Looking for the week’s best new music? Check out our Songs You Need to Know playlist
Why it matters: Phoebe Bridgers, Becky G, Benny Blanco, And All... taps into a cultural moment.
Streamer and specialty film distributor Cineverse has revealed that layoffs have hit its workforce of 300 employees. In its report of fiscal first-quarter earnings on Thursday, the company said it completed a “reduction in force” after the June 30 end of the quarter. The move ...
Why it matters: Streamer And Specialty Distributor Cineverse Reveals Layoffs is generating industry buzz.
The New York post-hardcore band and the Canadian hardcore-punk act are teaming up for a 10-date outing. Quicksand and Fucked Up Announce Fall 2026 Canadian Tour Spencer Kaufman
Why it matters: Quicksand and Fucked Up Announce Fall 2026 Canadian... shows where the music business is headed.
The moves come after the latest retail sales figures missed expectations and the U.S. said its naval blockade of Iranian ports could continue "indefinitely."
The big picture: 10-year Treasury yield inches higher as traders digest... — hints at where the money is moving.
Samsung apparently wanted to reintroduce variable aperture to the Galaxy S27 camera, but that may not happen now.
Why it matters: Samsung reportedly set to ditch this potential Galaxy... could change how developers build software.
Elon Musk earned $158.3 billion in compensation last year, receiving the median Tesla worker's pay in just 4.23 seconds.
Why it matters: Elon Musk’s $158 billion Tesla pay was 2.5... hints at where the money is moving.
Austria has selected Berlin Film Festival winner Rose, which stars Sandra Hüller, as its International Oscar hopeful. Markus Schleinzer’s black-and-white period critical hit had its world premiere in competition at the Berlinale and won Hüller the festival’s Silver Bear for be...
Why it matters: Austria Selects Sandra Hüller Drama ‘Rose’ For International... is generating industry buzz.
“For years, the great transshipment scam has let communist China launder its exports,” Navarro said.
Bottom line from Fortune: this reflects a broader economic trend.
September brings Apple’s big iPhone launch event, where new Apple Watch models will be introduced too. Here’s what to expect from Apple Watch Ultra 4 and Apple Watch Series 12.
The big picture: New Apple Watch models launch next month, here’s... — signals a shift in how we use technology.
When Gemini 3.7 Flash launched yesterday morning, Google said it was just powering the Spark agent in the Gemini app. The updated model is now available for chats.
Why it matters: Gemini app gets 3.7 Flash & setting to... is one to watch for the industry.
In an Instagram post, they simply wrote, "5." Fontaines D.C. Tease Fifth Album Is on the Way Eddie Fu
Why it matters: Fontaines D.C. Tease Fifth Album Is on the... shows where the music business is headed.
Following a highly competitive development deal, Netflix has ordered Sid & Zoey, an eight-episode supernatural mystery romance YA series, from Jon Kasdan (The First Time, Willow), John Shiban (Ozark), Blumhouse Atomic Monster and Bad Robot. The series was revealed Friday as pa...
Bottom line from Deadline: this signals where Hollywood is headed.
Laptop batteries don't last forever, but there are some things that you can do today that may affect the lifespan of your MacBook's battery.
Why it matters: Get the best battery life for your MacBook... is one to watch for the industry.
One of my favorite things about the first few generations of Pixel were Google’s official cases, but that’s not been true in recent years. This year brings Google’s best official Pixel case in years (and it’s worst), but I just can’t stop yearning for what was lost.
Bottom line from 9to5Google: this could change how developers build software.
G.Skill's Trident Z5 NeoX is the brand's latest series with the AMD EXPO ULL feature, but can the DDR5-6000 C30 prove to be the fastest memory kit for AMD?
Bottom line from Tom's Hardware: this signals a shift in how we use technology.
As of Aug. 14, save $4 on the Pokemon TCG: Mega Evolutions Perfect Order 3-pack and take 13% off its $29.99 list price.
Why it matters: Rare Pokémon TCG deal: Get Perfect Order booster... may redefine how we interact with devices.
Saber Interactive have belatedly updated the Steam page for Unigine's chatty gig-work game Rideshare Stimulator with a disclosure about generative AI usage, following a withering back-and-forth between the game's former writer Stella Sacco and Saber CEO Matthew Karch. To catch...
Bottom line from Rock Paper Shotgun: this is generating hype in the community.
The 28-year-old will be sentenced on two federal counts of stalking resulting in death — which carry maximum penalties of life in prison without parole — in December
Why it matters: Luigi Mangione Pleads Guilty in Killing of UnitedHealthcare... taps into a cultural moment.
New CNBC Generation Lab poll shows almost half of 18- to 34-year-olds see democratic socialism positively and nearly 80% see the U.S. economy negatively.
CNBC reports: New CNBC Generation Lab poll shows almost half... — this hints at where the money is moving.
The Pixel 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro XL, and 11 Pro Fold pre-order deals continue as we approach the weekend, but only can you score a Pixel 11 Pro XL using code PIXEL11 at checkout. This straight up cash deal stacks with the $200 gift card and enhanced trade-in values as well. Alongs...
Why it matters: Deals: Pixel 11 Pro XL extra $150 off... may redefine how we interact with devices.
When it comes to compounding natural hazards like landslides, wildfires, flooding and extreme heat, where you live makes all the difference. New research from Portland State University underscores this disproportionate reality, finding that in Portland, the areas most vulnerab...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
Respiratory infectious diseases and air pollution remain persistent global health challenges. Yet the tools used to monitor airborne threats are often expensive, power-hungry and difficult to deploy outside laboratories.
Why it matters: Butterfly-inspired technology could change the way we monitor... opens new research frontiers.
Chris Carter chats with Ars about the film he originally wanted to make—and why it's more relevant than ever.
Bottom line from Ars Technica: this signals a shift in how we use technology.
July 30: Activision and Infinity Ward today unveiled a special pre-order bonus for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, which provides early access to the single-player campaign. The announcement we received mentions that it applies to all platforms, so that should include Nintendo...
The big picture: Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 pre-orders come... — signals what players want next.
President Donald Trump tore down the White House East Wing to make way for the ballroom project.
The big picture: Trump asks Supreme Court to let White House... — reflects a broader economic trend.
Forcing the US president to go "hat-in-hand to Congress" for permission would be "dangerous", the administration says.
BBC World reports: Trump asks Supreme Court to allow ballroom work... — this affects international relations.
EXCLUSIVE: BAFTA nominee Thora Birch (American Beauty), Oscar nominee Barbara Hershey (Black Swan), Jeff Perry (Scandal), Alysia Reiner (Orange Is the New Black), Abigail Rose Solomon (Mouse) and Morgan Saylor (Homeland) are starring in indie feature The Last Seder. Production...
Why it matters: Thora Birch, Barbara Hershey, Jeff Perry & Morgan... is generating industry buzz.
A galaxy far, far away is about to get closer than ever. “The Mandalorian and Grogu” will be available to stream on Disney+ starting Sept. 2 after grossing $345 million worldwide in theaters this summer. That total made it the lowest grossing live-action “Star Wars” movie (bel...
The big picture: ‘The Mandalorian and Grogu’ Sets Disney+ Release Date... — may set a new benchmark for the genre.
The stock has hit a rough patch since reporting a noisy quarter back in June, as is typical of companies that were spun out.
CNBC reports: We're buying more shares of a recent spin-off... — this may shift market dynamics.
The Eurovision Song Contest is planning to change the rules to stop tactical voting, according to several reports. The news comes soon after Eurovision announced a series of changes for the 2027 edition of the competition, which has become an increasingly hot political potato ...
Bottom line from Deadline: this reflects evolving audience tastes.
We were built for ripping the doors off the hinges, in a moment when everybody in the world still sang together
Why it matters: In Praise of Peter Katsis, the Firm, and... is making waves across platforms.
Shop the best TV deals this weekend, which include the Hisense U6 Pro Mini LED, the LG C6 OLED, and Samsung S90H OLED models.
Mashable reports: The best TV deals this weekend: Shop our... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
The founding member of the "Unbelievable" dance-pop group was 55.
Billboard reports: EMF Announces Death of Founding Keyboardist Derry Brownson:... — this shows where the music business is headed.
The whole planet is warming, but changes in weather patterns could help explain why the continent is suffering so many bouts of severe heat.
Why it matters: Why Europe Keeps Being Pummeled by Heat Waves challenges existing scientific assumptions.
Mortgage rates hit a recent low at the end of February but rose sharply at the start of the war with Iran. They are now at their highest level in over a year.
The big picture: Housing investors say this is their worst market... — may shift market dynamics.
Laser Guided Games is bringing Fractured Worlds to Nintendo Switch, the studio confirmed today. It’s release is scheduled for August 26, 2026. Fractured Worlds is an old-school dark fantasy action RPG from industry veteran Matt Oelfke (Gears of War, Unreal Tournament). Players...
Nintendo Everything reports: Fractured Worlds announced for Nintendo Switch — this could shake up the gaming landscape.
Iron is essential. Our cells need it to produce energy, carry oxygen throughout the body and power countless chemical reactions that sustain life. But this metal has a dark side. When too much of it is left free inside cells, it can trigger destructive reactions that break dow...
Why it matters: Cells use a little-known molecule to protect themselves... challenges existing scientific assumptions.
A tiny UK-developed satellite, roughly the size of a small carry-on suitcase, could help answer one of the biggest questions in cosmology: What happened during the roughly 150 million years of the cosmic dark ages, before the universe's first stars appeared?
Why it matters: Tiny satellite will use the dark side of... advances our understanding of the world.
The Season 3 premiere of “Lioness” hit 7.1 million viewers in its first seven days of streaming. That total, which comes from Paramount’s internal data, puts the Aug. 2 episode significantly above the audience Season 2 reached with its debut in 2024. According to preliminary d...
Variety reports: ‘Lioness’ Season 3 Opens With 7.1 Million Viewers... — this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
CNN’s library alone encompasses more than 45 years of broadcast coverage of global news, wars, elections, and major political events.
Bottom line from IndieWire: this reflects evolving audience tastes.
“But I wanted to be the sea hag!” We’re at the Deadline shoot for Widow’s Bay in a New York studio. The cast are clustered around a table of props and despite her disappointment at the lack of hag wigs, Dale Dickey is flapping a fishing net like a seafaring matador. Then she f...
Bottom line from Deadline: this signals where Hollywood is headed.
Water and cosmic dust can survive in the harsh environment near Sagittarius A*, new observations reveal.
The big picture: Water can survive surprisingly close to the Milky... — adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
The Netherlands' National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) is warning that hackers are actively exploiting a macOS authentication bypass vulnerability after public exploit code emerged. [...]
The big picture: Hackers exploit macOS Screen Sharing flaw to deploy... — should prompt a review of your own security.
Go get your gloves and winter hats.
Bottom line from PC Gamer: this could shake up the gaming landscape.
“I do not take freedom lightly because our freedom has been paid for in the lives of others throughout history,” she says of the Jesse Welles-assisted song
Why it matters: Sheryl Crow Launches New Album With “Freedom Bus” could define this era of music.
Tracks from Bonnie Tyler, Pink Floyd and more saw a spike across the UK on Wednesday August 12 The post These were Spotify’s most-played songs during the solar eclipse appeared first on NME.
The big picture: These were Spotify’s most-played songs during the solar... — is making waves across platforms.
Apple is asking a federal judge to allow it to charge commissions of up to 15% on purchases made through external links in iOS apps.
Bottom line from TechCrunch: this may redefine how we interact with devices.
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