Fifa's backing of president Gianni Infantino at a meeting on Wednesday "changes nothing", says European governing body Uefa.
Why it matters: Uefa says boycott may still go ahead as... has global implications.
The "Bad Reputation" singer is taking time off the road to "begin the necessary healing process"
Rolling Stone reports: Joan Jett Cancels Upcoming Shows After Surgery From... — this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
Joan Jett is taking a break from the road as she heals from a recent orthopedic surgery for a fractured vertebrae. On Wednesday, the Blackhearts frontwoman’s team announced that Jett will not be able to perform her upcoming September tour dates in Costa Mesa, California and Lo...
Deadline reports: Joan Jett Cancels Tour Dates While Recovering From... — this is generating industry buzz.
The conflict is broadening across the region, with Gulf energy infrastructure and key shipping chokepoints under renewed threat.
Why it matters: Iran's chief negotiator accuses Trump of 'theater diplomacy'... reflects a broader economic trend.
SPOILER ALERT: The story includes details about Episode 3 of HBO Max’s Stuart Fails To Save the Universe. Another episode of Stuart Fails To Save the Universe, another surprise — and dark — OG return. In Episode 3, it was Melissa Rauch reprising her role as Bernadette Rostenko...
Deadline reports: ‘Stuart Fails’ Creators On ‘Big Bang’ OG Return... — this is generating industry buzz.
SPOILER ALERT: The story includes details about Episode 3 of HBO Max’s Stuart Fails To Save the Universe. Three episodes in, Stuart Fails To Save the Universe has brought back seven actors from the original show in addition to the spinoff’s leading quartet of Stuart (Kevin Sus...
Why it matters: ‘Stuart’ Episode 3: Wil Wheaton, Brian Posehn &... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
SPOILER ALERT: This story contains spoilers from “Stuart Fails to Save the Universe” Season 1 Episode 3, now streaming on HBO Max. Things get witchy in Episode 3 of “Stuart Fails to Save the Universe,” and a scary, 60-foot Bernadette (Melissa Raush) makes a guest appearance. T...
Bottom line from Variety: this could reshape the box office conversation.
The R&B star is bringing her voice to the first CoComelon movie, with original music from Justin Tranter.
Bottom line from Billboard: this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
A judge in New Mexico ordered Meta to pay $567 million into an abatement fund after a jury ruled the company violated the state’s unfair practices act.
Why it matters: Meta ordered to pay $567 million into abatement... signals changing business strategies.
The French musician described artificial intelligence as taking away surprise and humanity in music. Daft Punk’s Thomas Bangalter Calls Out AI As a Shortcut In Creating Music Travis Bland
Consequence of Sound reports: Daft Punk’s Thomas Bangalter Calls Out AI As... — this taps into a cultural moment.
Adam Sandler has reunited with some old friends as production begins on Grown Ups 3, more than a decade later. On Thursday, the 3x Golden Globe nominee shared the first set photo with his co-stars from the comedy franchise, after Netflix announced in May that the upcoming thir...
Deadline reports: ‘Grown Ups 3’ Begins Production, Adam Sandler Reunites... — this could reshape the box office conversation.
Security researchers say that Kimi K3, an open-weight model from China, wandered off to the internet in an attempt to cheat on a test it was given.
Bottom line from Wired: this is one to watch for the industry.
For PC enthusiasts who’ve already lived through SSD price hikes and RAMageddon, there could be more bad news ahead.
CNET reports: Price Hikes May Be Coming for PC Motherboards... — this may redefine how we interact with devices.
The move aims to counter Chinese producers, which hold a monopoly in the global polysilicon production.
BBC Business reports: Trump imposes 15% tariff on key chip material... — this signals changing business strategies.
News of Iran's restrictive draft plan for the Strait of Hormuz sent oil prices higher, renewing concerns over supply disruptions.
Bottom line from CNBC: this may shift market dynamics.
He’s not quite The Marlboro Man, but the guy living in a billboard on Sunset Boulevard should still garner some attention. A man began living inside a furnished billboard above Sunset Boulevard today as part of a promotional campaign for Netflix’s upcoming film The Last House,...
Deadline reports: There’s A Man Living Inside A Billboard On... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
The drug targeted inflammation, and its shocking failure has experts questioning whether inflammation really does cause heart disease.
Bottom line from NY Times Science: this opens new research frontiers.
Murphy reveals he might revisit the scrapped role he had for the star at a later time.
Why it matters: Ryan Murphy Addresses Ariana Grande’s ‘American Horror Story’... is making waves across platforms.
In Mato Grosso, Brazil, capybaras wandered into the building, but they were polite during the incursion.
Bottom line from NY Times Science: this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
A New Mexico judge ordered the Instagram, Facebook and Whatsapp parent company to pay another $567m for the way it has harmed children.
BBC Tech reports: Meta fined $567m in largest child safety ruling... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
The cheekily-titled reality show follows five couples with age differences ranging from 19 to 41 years
The big picture: How to Watch ‘Age Inappropriate,’ the Age-Gap Reality... — is making waves across platforms.
Nintendo just issued a new update for Splatoon Raiders with version 1.1.1. This is the first post-launch patch for the game. A number of bugs have been fixed, which have been detailed in the official notes. Outside of that, Nintendo says that when releasing a tank’s limiter, ...
The big picture: Splatoon Raiders 1.1.1 update out now, patch notes — may set a new standard for the genre.
The ruling is in addition to the $375 million Meta was ordered to pay in the same lawsuit in March.
Why it matters: Meta Ordered to Pay $567M in New Mexico... may redefine how we interact with devices.
Scientists trained artificial intelligence on libraries of DNA and then asked the model to create recipes for viral genomes. Sixteen of them were viable, yielding new viruses.
Bottom line from NY Times Science: this advances our understanding of the world.
Babies born as a result of rape are often unable to get a birth certificate, meaning a life-time of problems.
BBC World reports: Sudan's invisible children - born in war with... — this could reshape the global order.
After conquering ratings, ranking as No. 1 on Prime Video since its July 15 release, and winning over critics with 98% on Rotten Tomatoes, Prime Video’s Ride or Die is setting sights on awards, starting with the upcoming guild races, the Golden Globes and Critics Choice Awards...
The big picture: Prime Video’s ‘Ride Or Die’ To Be Submitted... — could reshape the box office conversation.
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Bottom line from 9to5Mac: this may redefine how we interact with devices.
The Harlem rapper & media personality was asked to contribute to a remake of his hit song "What Means the World to You" that was released in 2000.
Bottom line from Billboard: this could define this era of music.
Caladrius 2: Dark Element is in development for Nintendo Switch, Moss just revealed. The project is planned for Winter 2026. Caladrius 2: Dark Element is a new bullet hell shooter that continues the legacy of the original. The previous entry in the series originally released t...
Why it matters: Caladrius 2: Dark Element announced for Nintendo Switch,... may set a new standard for the genre.
The Apple Health app on iPhone is a powerful way to track all facets of your health. Whether it’s recording data from your Apple Watch, importing records straight from your doctor, or integration with third-party apps, there’s something for everyone. Here’s how to get the most...
Bottom line from 9to5Mac: this is one to watch for the industry.
The two dance-pop megastars debuted the remix during a surprise performance at an Amsterdam party. Madonna and Kylie Minogue Release Remix of “Love Sensation”: Stream Travis Bland
The big picture: Madonna and Kylie Minogue Release Remix of “Love... — taps into a cultural moment.
It's nice to have, but it's more of the same.
The big picture: Following its excellent Lord of the Rings cards,... — may set a new standard for the genre.
The unprecedented U.S.-Japan intervention to support the yen may end up shaping market behavior.
The big picture: A 'weaponized' yen: How the U.S.-Japan intervention may... — signals changing business strategies.
IFPI and Music Canada are coordinating the action against the app, which unlawfully sources music from YouTube.
Billboard reports: Universal & Sony Music Take Legal Action in... — this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
Sabrina Carpenter: A Little Golden Book Biography highlights major milestones in the singer's career, including interactions with a few familiar musical faces.
The big picture: Here’s How Miley Cyrus & Taylor Swift Make... — could define this era of music.
A review of the body formerly charged with reducing government spending has found several issues with its calculations.
BBC World reports: Doge overstated claims to have saved Americans $110bn,... — this affects international relations.
South Korean babies are turning into mini shareholders, thanks to their parents' investment strategies.
Why it matters: From birth to brokerage: Why South Korea is... signals changing business strategies.
Nielsen is paying $2.15 billion to acquire DoubleVerify, a provider of software that measures advertising performance. The all-cash acquisition will deliver shareholders of DoubleVerify $13.60 per share. Shares in the publicly traded company jumped nearly 14% in after-hours tr...
Why it matters: Nielsen Set To Acquire Ad-Tech Firm DoubleVerify For... reflects evolving audience tastes.
Many parents have mixed feelings about the unrestricted use of artificial intelligence (AI) for schoolwork. They are concerned about the potential impact on their child's ability to learn but also don't want them to be left behind if other young people are using AI.
Phys.org reports: AI for homework—parents more willing to pay subscriptions... — this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
More than twenty years after co-writing a script everyone said was too subversive to be made, the filmmaker launches his genre-driven media company with that very movie (and no studio notes).
The big picture: Eli Roth Talks the Unrated Gamble of ‘Ice... — reflects evolving audience tastes.
The iPhone 18 Pro lineup is expected to be announced in a month, with new features including an upgraded camera system, the A20 Pro chip, and more. How much will the iPhone 18 Pro cost? Here’s everything we know so far.
9to5Mac reports: iPhone 18 Pro price: Here’s how much more... — this reshapes the tech landscape.
Dubbed "Summer Camp," the posh event took place at Auberge Collection's Wildflower Farms in New York. One creator called it "the dreamiest weekend" before deleting the clip once the backlash grew.
Why it matters: Creators Get Slammed for Taking OpenAI Luxury Trip,... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
The building kit comes on the heels of Hungry Rumi memes, depicting the KPop Demon Hunters character snacking on everything from kimbap to candy.
Bottom line from Billboard: this taps into a cultural moment.
Adapting Gary Myers' best-selling book, the project will examine Tom Brady and Peyton Manning's memorable match-ups that captivated football fans for years.
Why it matters: ‘Brady vs. Manning’: Documentary Film in the Works... is generating industry buzz.
Katsis died of complications from congestive heart failure, a representative said.
The big picture: Peter Katsis, Manager For Jane’s Addiction, Smashing Pumpkins... — reflects evolving audience tastes.
The longtime manager was a co-founder of Prospect Park Entertainment, the firm he started with Jeff Kwatinetz and Rich Frank in 2008.
The big picture: Peter Katsis, Veteran Music Manager Who Guided Backstreet... — is making waves across platforms.
Helmed by Stuart Price, the edit marks the first-ever collaboration from the pop superstars.
Why it matters: Madonna & Kylie Minogue Team Up for Steamy... taps into a cultural moment.
If you ask Vijay Parashar, associate professor of medical and molecular sciences (MMSC) at the University of Delaware College of Health Sciences, human bodies are bags of bacteria. "It sounds gross, but not all bacteria are bad; most of them are good. The trouble starts when t...
The big picture: Bacterial enzyme switch could weaken antibiotic defenses in... — advances our understanding of the world.
On today’s episode of “Daily Variety” podcast, Variety’s Corbin Bolies reports from Las Vegas where he is covering the AI4 conference with a slew of top leaders and true believers. The excitement around generative AI is still as hot as the temperature in Sin City, but the pola...
Why it matters: LISTEN: Fear, Loathing and Endless Potential: AI4 Conference... signals where Hollywood is headed.
Production on the follow-up film may begin as soon as the end of 2026. Sequel for Michael Jackson Biopic Targeting Late 2027 Release Travis Bland
The big picture: Sequel for Michael Jackson Biopic Targeting Late 2027... — shows where the music business is headed.
With 19 Emmy nominations under its belt for its first season, Betty Gilpin sees Widow’s Bay as a beacon of wholly original television. The 4x Emmy nominee, whose latest Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy series nod is for her performance as Sarah Warren in the Apple TV seri...
Why it matters: Betty Gilpin Calls ‘Widow’s Bay’ The “Ultimate F*ck... could reshape the box office conversation.
A South Korean lunar orbiter, Danuri, captured the SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket crash into the moon, when others failed to get the shot.
Mashable reports: One lucky orbiter caught the SpaceX rocket crash... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
The retailer has been around for 50 years but struggled to compete with newer rivals such as Amazon. Can its new owners turn it around?
The big picture: Argos is getting a makeover - but can... — could affect investors and consumers alike.
There's no need to lose your streak - here's the 'Wordle' answer for today The post Today’s Wordle answer and hints for #1875 on August 07 appeared first on NME.
Bottom line from NME: this is making waves across platforms.
Where in the world? The post Globle answer today – here’s the answer and hints for August 07 appeared first on NME.
The big picture: Globle answer today – here’s the answer and... — taps into a cultural moment.
Supercontinuum light sources—often called "white lasers" because they emit a broad, continuous rainbow of colors—are essential tools for everything from advanced medical imaging to environmental gas detection. However, researchers have historically faced a frustrating trade-of...
Why it matters: An elegant modification doubles the range of low-noise... could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
Last week, Apple reported a 5% year-over-year drop in iPad revenue for the June quarter. Now, a new report puts that decline into the context of the broader tablet market’s performance for Q2 2026. Here are the details.
9to5Mac reports: iPad shipments fell 8% in Q2 2026 amid... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
People in communities thousands of miles apart have described the same strange experience after eating a mysterious mushroom: vivid visions of tiny humans moving through and interacting with the physical world around them. Known as Lilliputian hallucinations—a reference to the...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
OpenAI is rolling out a more reliable version of ChatGPT GPT-5.6 Sol for Plus and Pro users, while Free users are getting unlimited text chats with GPT-5.6 Luna. [...]
Bottom line from BleepingComputer: this exposes vulnerabilities that affect millions.
Additional details about OpenAI's mysterious new AI device make it sound like a pricey smart speaker.
TechCrunch reports: OpenAI’s new AI smart speaker will reportedly sell... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
The Houthis say they launched missiles and drones at "Saudi military build-ups" in the central provinces of Marib and Hadramawt.
Why it matters: Houthi attacks reportedly kill at least 30 Yemeni... has global implications.
WeatherNext can deliver a 15-day forecast predicting storms' track and intensity.
Why it matters: Google open-sources an AI model it says can... is one to watch for the industry.
The cuts of meat in a supermarket case can look perfectly fresh even as bacteria are already multiplying inside the package. Is there a way to know before you open it?
Why it matters: How 'smart' hydrogel packaging tells you if your... challenges existing scientific assumptions.
India's top court has put the spotlight on unsafe footpaths and the country's forgotten pedestrians.
BBC World reports: India is a nation of walkers - but... — this demands attention beyond borders.
A Go-based malware delivered in ClickFix attacks targeting macOS users is stealing cryptocurrency assets, browser-stored passwords, Apple Keychain data, and cached credentials. [...]
Bottom line from BleepingComputer: this exposes vulnerabilities that affect millions.
A country music collaboration and rumored relationship sparked criticism around the Canadian pop star's politics. Here's what she's said so far
Rolling Stone reports: Why Is Everyone Convinced Tate McRae Is MAGA? — this could define this era of music.
Sony/Marvel Studios’ Spider-Man: Brand New Day continues to do whatever a Spider-Man movie does, and that’s breaking more box office records. Today, the Destin Daniel Cretton-directed movie is becoming the fastest to cross a half-billion at the domestic box office, pulling thi...
Deadline reports: ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ Becomes Fastest Pic To... — this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
As Matt Reeves is hard at work in Gotham City, James Gunn is quelling some overeager fans about the timeline of the Batman trilogy. In his latest Threads session, the DC Studios boss shot down rumors that The Batman: Part II will shoot back-to-back with The Batman: Part III as...
Bottom line from Deadline: this could reshape the box office conversation.
The bald eagle, who has gained worldwide fame as the protagonist of a nest live-stream in California, has been diagnosed with anemia.
Why it matters: Where is Jackie? Beloved live cam eagle in... could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
Lionsgate is working on the sequel to “Michael” and hopes to start rolling the cameras soon on the second biopic about Michael Jackson. The studio hopes to begin production in late 2026 or early 2027, Lionsgate’s motion picture chief Adam Fogelson said on Thursday’s earnings c...
Bottom line from Variety: this reflects evolving audience tastes.
The Sloan Digital Sky Survey V (SDSS-V) has announced its 20th public data release (DR20), delivering a dramatic expansion of the Milky Way Mapper (MWM) scientific survey—the most detailed spectroscopic map yet assembled of stars in and around our home galaxy.
Phys.org reports: Charting the galaxy: Milky Way Mapper survey releases... — this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
Jeremy Slater, the longtime genre writer behind 'Mortal Kombat II' and 'The Umbrella Academy,' is making his directorial debut with the feature.
Why it matters: Giorgia Whigham Joins Kevin Bacon in Amazon MGM... could reshape the box office conversation.
Grindr says AI is boosting engineering productivity, supporting a new $350-per-month premium tier and driving stronger subscriber growth and retention.
CNBC reports: Grindr's AI spend is paying off and its... — this signals changing business strategies.
Kicking off Locarno Pro 2026, film industry data analyst Stephen Follows raised eyebrows with data points and hard truths in a presentation entitled “Fear, Lies, and the Illusion of Control.”
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this could reshape the box office conversation.
The U.K.’s decision to clear Paramount Skydance’s $111 billion proposed acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery has been broadly welcomed by European industry players. U.K. exhibitors, media executives and analysts have argued the deal reflects a wider shift in regulatory think...
Why it matters: After U.K. Approval of Paramount-WBD Deal, European Media... is generating industry buzz.
Besides customizable Quick Settings, Android Canary 2608 reveals work on AI-generated lockscreen clocks for Pixel phones.
Bottom line from 9to5Google: this may redefine how we interact with devices.
The 24-year-old steps into her leading lady status in Megan Park’s new coming-of-age drama series.
Hollywood Reporter reports: How Ella Rubin Went From Being a Briefcase-Wielding... — this signals where Hollywood is headed.
CNBC’s Jim Cramer said earnings season reinforced five investing themes he thinks will produce the market's best buying opportunities.
CNBC reports: Jim Cramer highlights 5 investing themes — and... — this hints at where the money is moving.
The organization, Network for Hope, "strongly disagrees" with Trump admin's decision.
Why it matters: Organ donation group accused of trying to take... may redefine how we interact with devices.
Scientists have long known that ant colonies sometimes seem to move as one. A nest that appears quiet can suddenly erupt into activity, with workers throughout the colony springing into motion almost simultaneously before settling back into stillness.
Bottom line from Phys.org: this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
The nonpartisan watchdog found Elon Musk's DOGE didn't cut as much federal spending as it claimed and that it fell far short of its promised $2 trillion.
The big picture: GAO finds Elon Musk's DOGE inflated claims of... — may shift market dynamics.
Shamone! Record-breaking biopic “Michael” helped Lionsgate’s movie division turn in a profit of $105 million — its best-ever result for a June quarter. Lionsgate’s Motion Picture segment revenue of $587.3 million more than doubled from the prior-year quarter. The segment profi...
The big picture: ‘Michael’ Boosts Lionsgate Quarterly Results as Studio Narrows... — could reshape the box office conversation.
New levels from MachineGames and archival development material have been added to the id Software classic in a free update.
The big picture: 30 years after it 'ruined id Software,' Quake... — reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
It was the fifth such deal struck by the administration to get companies to drop offshore wind projects.
The big picture: Trump Administration to Pay RWE to Cancel Wind... — challenges existing scientific assumptions.
She also appeared (separately) with Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis in ‘Career’ and ‘Visit to a Small Planet’ and on TV’s ‘Peyton Place.’
The big picture: Joan Blackman, Elvis’ Love Interest in ‘Blue Hawaii’... — may set a new benchmark for the genre.
A new study by ancient DNA researchers at the University of California, Santa Cruz, used paleogenomics to create a genetic roadmap to help guide the restoration of another iconic species once on the brink of extinction: the North American bison.
The big picture: Decoding the North American bison's genome to better... — opens new research frontiers.
Devolver went public in 2021 and it's not working out.
PC Gamer reports: Devolver Digital wants to get off the stock... — this signals what players want next.
After sharing initial details about OpenAI’s plans for its first smart device, Bloomberg has published a new report with more information about its form factor and price. Here are the details.
9to5Mac reports: Report shares new pricing and design details about... — this reshapes the tech landscape.
Peter Katsis, a co-founder of the management companies the Firm and Prospect Park who over the course of a 35-year career managed an unusually wide wide variety of artists including Backstreet Boys, Korn, Limp Bizkit, Ice Cube, Jane’s Addiction Morrissey, Ministry and more, di...
Bottom line from Variety: this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Russian attack? Explosive drone targeted parked aircraft at Leipzig airport.
The big picture: Explosive drone found hovering near Ukrainian cargo aircraft... — could change how developers build software.
Airbnb said it's seeing strong demand "across all regions," contributing to the company's better-than-expected forecast.
The big picture: Airbnb stock soars 9% on earnings and revenue... — signals changing business strategies.
Nintendo released a new video today showcasing a few European digital game highlights from July 2026. Some of the highlighted titles include Splatoon Raiders, Rhythm Heaven Groove, and Xenoblade Chronicles 2 – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition. Here’s the new video: July 2026 Highligh...
Bottom line from Nintendo Everything: this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
Researchers have demonstrated a solid-state organic laser microcavity fabricated entirely by solution processing. The device operates in the strong light–matter coupling regime, where light and matter form hybrid states called polaritons. This makes the platform not only a new...
Phys.org reports: Researchers demonstrate first fully solution-processed solid-state polariton laser — this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
Hannah McMechan and Danya Jimenez are developing the show with FX Productions and Legendary.
Hollywood Reporter reports: ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Writers Land Drama ‘A Really... — this is generating industry buzz.
In their first stab at TV series development, K-Pop Demon Hunters co-writers Danya Jimenez and Hannah McMechan are writing A Really Bad Person, which is in the works at FX. The crime drama is a co-production between Legendary Entertainment and FX Productions. In A Really Bad P...
Why it matters: ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Co-Writers Danya Jimenez & Hannah... reflects evolving audience tastes.
Not everyone needs a keynote slot to make noise at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026. Sometimes the best way to meet investors, customers, and partners is by exhibiting directly on the Expo Hall floor at San Francisco’s Moscone West from October 13-15. That’s exactly what our Exhibit Pr...
TechCrunch reports: Your table awaits: Exhibit at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026... — this could change how developers build software.
Get The Award-Winning Luminar Neo Lifetime Bundle for $79.99 and own AI-powered photo editing software, creative tools, and training with a one-time purchase.
Bottom line from Mashable: this is one to watch for the industry.
Lionsgate CEO Jon Feltheimer went to bat Thursday for Paramount CEO David Ellison and the company’s hung-up merger with Warner Bros. Discovery. “Uncertainty is the worst thing for our business, and uncertainty and delay is not good for anybody,” the exec said in response to a ...
Deadline reports: Paramount-WBD Deal Endorsed By Lionsgate CEO Jon Feltheimer:... — this is generating industry buzz.
Murphy talks about getting the 'AHS' gang back together, reveals he's already working on season 14 and that his next (untitled) project shoots December in Europe: "I'm plotting out my next two years."
Hollywood Reporter reports: Ryan Murphy Spills on All-Star Season of ‘American... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
What do we want? The ability to be evil in video games! How do we want it? Designed in a way that's mechanically enriching! That's what I'm hoping Arise Dark Lord will be, anyway, a Frankensteinian mish mash of action, real-time strategy, tower defence and base building where ...
Rock Paper Shotgun reports: Arise Dark Lord is an action-RTS hybrid styled... — this may set a new standard for the genre.
Katsis also worked with Jane's Addiction, Korn, Audioslave, Ice Cube, and more top artists
Why it matters: Peter Katsis, Smashing Pumpkins and Backstreet Boys Manager,... could define this era of music.
Morgan Freeman recently told The New York Times that he’s okay signing on for a movie with a mediocre script as long as the pay is good enough. “If somebody offers you a job, it’s very nice if they’re offering you also an exciting script, but in reality, two or three things co...
Variety reports: Morgan Freeman Says You Can ‘Overlook’ a Mediocre... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
For the first time, scientists have observed a three-dimensional woven structure forming naturally inside a crystal, revealing a previously unknown way in which matter can organize itself.
Bottom line from Phys.org: this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
Astronauts Anil Menon and Jessica Meir ventured out to install a mounting hardware for the future addition of solar arrays to the space station.
Bottom line from BBC Science: this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
It would be an ambitiously high price for the AI-powered hardware pivot.
Why it matters: OpenAI's ring-shaped smart speaker will reportedly cost between... signals a shift in how we use technology.
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The fight against cybercrime continues because threat actors have adapted their strategies to avoid deterrents, but law enforcement still operates in silos.
Dark Reading reports: The Coordination Gap: How Attackers Are Outpacing Law... — this exposes vulnerabilities that affect millions.
Taalas' current chip runs a small version of Meta's Llama 3.1, though the company is working on chips for bigger and more advanced models.
The big picture: AMD buys chip startup that hardwires AI models... — hints at where the money is moving.
Amateur and professional astronomers pointed their telescopes at the impact site. Most did not detect anything.
The big picture: A Four-Ton SpaceX Rocket Stage Hit the Moon,... — could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
Agriculture covers more than 40% of Earth's habitable land and plays a central role in both climate change and biodiversity loss. Yet the impact of agriculture is far from evenly distributed across space.
Phys.org reports: One-third of agricultural land accounts for two-thirds of... — this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
When Pepper the social robot was given the chance to try its hand as a teaching assistant, it showed that it can be even better than a human teacher at motivating pupils and helping them learn.
Bottom line from Phys.org: this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
Security researchers tracked and eavesdropped on a WIRED reporter using vulnerabilities in a pink plastic smartwatch. It’s just one piece of a deeply insecure supply chain of GPS-enabled gadgets.
The big picture: Hackers Stalked Me by Hijacking a Smartwatch for... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
Optimized fares will be based on the best route from pickup to drop-off, with the full price shown before you book and no surprises if the robotaxi takes a longer way around.
Bottom line from CNET: this may redefine how we interact with devices.
Brussels-based Be For Films has acquired the international sales rights to “Sisters” (Hermanas), Spanish director Ione Hernández Sáenz’s debut feature film, ahead of the premiere at Toronto Film Festival in the Discovery Section. The film follows sisters Chelo and Marta, whose...
The big picture: Be For Films Acquires Ione Hernández Sáenz’s ‘Sisters’... — signals where Hollywood is headed.
Vogue World is coming to San Francisco next year — perhaps another indication that tech bros are now part of the fashion zeitgeist.
Bottom line from TechCrunch: this could change how developers build software.
The country superstar lent his powerful pipes to the classic Bob Dylan song. Guns N’ Roses Joined by Chris Stapleton for Rousing Rendition of “Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door”: Watch Spencer Kaufman
Bottom line from Consequence of Sound: this shows where the music business is headed.
A new study finds that people rated AI-generated stories higher than human-generated stories, especially when told that a human wrote the story.
Bottom line from CNET: this is one to watch for the industry.
A KAIST research team led by professor Mooseok Jang from the Department of Bio and Brain Engineering has developed a single-shot phase imaging technique that reconstructs a phase object—a transparent object such as glass, plastic film or a living cell, which produces almost no...
The big picture: Single-shot phase imaging technique can reconstruct transparent objects — opens new research frontiers.
Three years after a team of Caltech scientists showed that pairs of entangled photons could double the resolution of a light microscope, the same lab has figured out a way to double down on that improvement. They have now achieved a fourfold resolution boost compared to a clas...
Phys.org reports: New quantum microscopy trick quadruples microscope resolution — this advances our understanding of the world.
Starting today, you can take an additional $100 off your founder, investor, or attendee TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 pass, which is a nice bonus on top of our current discounted pricing.
The big picture: Get up to $400 off your TechCrunch Disrupt... — could change how developers build software.
Google is set to host its next live Made by Google hardware launch event on August 12th, and the company says in a new video that comedian Trevor Noah will be hosting the show. The video indicates that the event will feature other celebrities and influencers as well, including...
Bottom line from The Verge: this could change how developers build software.
Wilds didn't rank in Capcom's quarterly best sellers, but the company hopes to turn that around.
Bottom line from PC Gamer: this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
Counterpoint Research says Apple captured 65% of the premium smartphone market in the first half of 2026, as the segment grew to a record 29% of global smartphone sales. Here are the details.
Why it matters: Apple holds 65% of the premium smartphone market... may redefine how we interact with devices.
Habitats belonging to snakes and rare moths have been destroyed after the wildfires this summer.
BBC Science reports: Wildfire-ravaged habitats could take centuries to recover, environmentalists... — this opens new research frontiers.
Audience-measurement giant Nielsen said it would acquire the digital-media monitor DoubleVerify in an all-cash transaction that takes place as more media companies and advertisers are putting the company under new scrutiny as they seek to unify tabulation of linear and digital...
Bottom line from Variety: this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
The Aussie electronic group's fourth album is out on October 16th. The Avalanches Announce New Album No Bad Memories, Unveil “Can’t Get Over Losing You”: Stream Eddie Fu
Consequence of Sound reports: The Avalanches Announce New Album No Bad Memories,... — this is making waves across platforms.
Google today is rolling out Android Canary 2608 with the ability to customize the Quick Settings layout.
9to5Google reports: Android Canary 2608 lets you customize Quick Settings... — this could change how developers build software.
Can you win an Emmy by yourself? When the nominations for the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards landed July 8, most of the focus went to the giants — “The Pitt” and “Hacks,” which both led the field. But scattered across the acting categories is a quieter story with seven performers ...
Why it matters: Emmys Acting Solo Nominees: Can Steve Carell, Chase... reflects evolving audience tastes.
Dirge of Cerberus: Lost Episode was a fully voiced mobile game that shut down in 2018
The big picture: Preservationist Spent $900 And Strung Together 90 GPUs... — signals what players want next.
A team of astronomers using the Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array (ALMA) has captured a massive stream of gas—one trillion miles, or 0.2 light-years, long—feeding the young triple-star system GW Orionis. These new observations provide the clearest evidence yet for h...
Phys.org reports: Trillion-mile gas streamer may explain tilt of triple-star... — this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
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Bottom line from Phys.org: this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
Energy security and computing power are becoming highly interdependent. Asia's supply of both is more fragile than its ambitions assume.
Fortune reports: Asia needs deeper energy markets if it’s going... — this signals changing business strategies.
After testing started in January, Google Messages is expanding beta access to a redesign of the long-press menu that aids one-handed usage.
9to5Google reports: Google Messages rolling out long-press menu redesign with... — this is one to watch for the industry.
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