NASA is partnering with SpaceX to outfit the Artemis III Orion spacecraft with Starlink laser communications terminals to assist with high-definition video transmissions and data-heavy mission downlinks.
The big picture: Artemis III astronauts will beam 4k video from... — adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
Each HUNTR/X member gets her own ramen flavor as part of the Nongshim collaboration.
The big picture: Rumi Ramen? ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Cook Up Instant... — shows where the music business is headed.
The fully-rehabbed 1972 Jensen Interceptor III — which the Led Zeppelin drummer may have crashed in 1977 — will hit the block on July 25
Rolling Stone reports: A Car John Bonham Probably Drove Into a... — this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
TUESDAY AM UPDATE AFTER EXCLUSIVE: The Odyssey came in much higher in its Monday with a reported $18.67M, which is still the best Monday 2026 has seen, beating Toy Story 5‘s $17.3M as well as Christopher Nolan’s previous hit, Oppenheimer, which did $12.67M. Among Universal’s b...
Deadline reports: ‘The Odyssey’ Doesn’t Stop: Epic Scores Best Monday... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
On today’s episode of “Daily Variety” podcast, “Scary Movie” director Michael Tiddes explains how he came to be trusted with the revival of Shawn and Marlon Wayans’ beloved horror comedy franchise. And Tiddes details the extras in the extended director’s cut of the Paramount a...
Bottom line from Variety: this reflects evolving audience tastes.
I'm sure there's plenty enough of you that moved on from the first Darkest Dungeon onto the second one when that launched in 2023, but guess what! You'll have an opportunity to revisit the original turn-based dungeon crawler next month, as developer Red Hook Studios have annou...
Bottom line from Rock Paper Shotgun: this signals what players want next.
From ensuring that food remains fresh longer to extending its shelf life for future consumption, food packaging plays an indispensable role in modern society. Conventional food packaging plastics are sturdy and highly effective at keeping out oxygen, one of the main drivers of...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this opens new research frontiers.
A federal judge has signed off on Anthropic's $1.5 billion class action settlement with authors who accused the company of training its AI models on copyrighted books, as reported earlier by Reuters. In an order on Monday, Judge Araceli Martínez-Olguín writes that the settleme...
Why it matters: Anthropic’s $1.5 billion book piracy settlement approved by... could change how developers build software.
EXCLUSIVE: Academy Award nominee June Squibb (Eleanor the Great) is set to star opposite Emmy winner Alex Borstein in Turn the Lights Back On, an indie dramedy that we announced in June. Based on true events and inspired by experiences many families faced during the Covid era,...
The big picture: June Squibb Joins Alex Borstein In Indie Dramedy... — signals where Hollywood is headed.
Google is shipping three new Flash models in the Gemini series, including the more efficient 3.6 Flash, which uses up to 65 percent fewer tokens, and a cybersecurity model available only to governments and select partners. But the anticipated flagship, Gemini 3.5 Pro, is still...
Why it matters: Google ships three new Gemini Flash models but... marks a new chapter in AI development.
Google is expanding Gemini with cheaper, more efficient models and a new cybersecurity offering as it tries to close product gaps and compete on cost.
Bottom line from CNBC: this signals changing business strategies.
The special, which honored Bill Maher, streamed on Netflix — but a joke Cummings made about the President was cut by the Kennedy Center.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
The new prime minister chaired his first cabinet after announcing a cut to VAT on household electricity.
The big picture: Burnham tells cabinet to tackle living costs at... — reflects a broader economic trend.
On Aug. 5, 2026, an abandoned piece of space junk is predicted to crash into the moon near a spot called Einstein Crater. Astronomers will be watching because the collision and aftermath may be visible from Earth.
The big picture: When a SpaceX rocket crashes into the moon,... — adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
The cinematic LP, out July 31, also features Kehlani, Orville Peck, Leon Bridges, and Jamie Foxx
Rolling Stone reports: Shaboozey Recruits Gunna, Teyana Taylor, and…Sam Elliott for... — this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
Billboard Japan spoke with her0ism, who shared his perspective on the current state and future of the industry.
Bottom line from Billboard: this shows where the music business is headed.
The Investing Club holds its "Morning Meeting" every weekday at 10:20 a.m. ET.
The big picture: Jim Cramer says he's standing by Eli Lilly... — hints at where the money is moving.
EXCLUSIVE: Kat Bird has signed with UTA for representation. A Los Angeles native, Kat Bird is a comedian, actress, and host of the Kat Bird Pod. Her debut Don’t Tell Comedy set, released just five months ago, has already surpassed 350,000 views, introducing her to a growing au...
The big picture: UTA Signs Comedian Kat Bird — is generating industry buzz.
The blaze close to the parking lots at Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport is said to have originated from a brush fire.
Why it matters: Two French firefighters die tackling blaze near Bordeaux... demands attention beyond borders.
Veteran and former journalists are renewing their calls on the White House Correspondents’ Association to speak out on the Trump administration’s attacks on reporters and press freedom when he attends its rescheduled dinner on Friday. A letter to the WHCA, organized by former ...
Why it matters: Journalists Call On WHCA To “Forcefully Stand Up... could reshape the box office conversation.
Hackers are exploiting the "wp2shell" critical vulnerability suite (CVE-2026-63030 and CVE-2026-60137) affecting WordPress Core to deploy persistent webshells and install malicious plugins on affected servers. [...]
Why it matters: Critical wp2shell WordPress flaws exploited to install webshells underscores the cost of weak defenses.
A handful of filmmakers have begun testing the waters of AI-generated movies, and this week, Gran Turismo director Neill Blomkamp showed off a 14-minute short that was made entirely with the technology. Could the famed director of cult-classic movies like District 9 and Elysiu...
Bottom line from GameSpot: this is generating hype in the community.
Bisignano denied allegations The Wall Street Journal reported that he surveilled his colleagues while working at JPMorgan more than a decade ago.
CNBC reports: IRS chief Frank Bisignano laughs off JPMorgan spying... — this could affect investors and consumers alike.
Publisher Akupara Games and developer Moonlight Kids have announced that Echo Weaver is coming to Nintendo Switch 2. The metroidvania will launch for the console on October 8. The game is described as a “metroidBRAINia,” where time is your currency and secrets are your only up...
Nintendo Everything reports: Echo Weaver announced for Nintendo Switch 2 — this signals what players want next.
Researchers at the University of Vienna have discovered a key mechanism that enables sea anemones to regenerate into fully developed organisms from disorganized clusters of cells. The study, published in Nature Communications, shows that the so-called Notch signaling pathway c...
The big picture: How sea anemone cells reform into an organism — challenges existing scientific assumptions.
The actor says he felt "misled" about the extent of his role in the 'Yellowstone' spinoff and tried to get out off the show, at one point saying, "I'm voiding my contract."
Hollywood Reporter reports: Ed Harris Slams His ‘Dutton Ranch’ Role: “Get... — this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
In the United States, Google's, now Alphabet's, Debug initiative has asked the federal government for permission to release up to 32 million sterilized male mosquitoes in California and Florida.
Why it matters: Google wants to release 16 million sterile mosquitoes:... advances our understanding of the world.
Chris Berend, after leaving NBCUniversal News Group, is joining Hearst Magazines as chief content and experience officer. In the newly created role, Berend will be responsible for leading Hearst Magazines’ editorial strategy, content creation and programming across all platfor...
The big picture: After Leaving NBC News, Chris Berend Is Joining... — could reshape the box office conversation.
A new Deadpool looks to be in the works at Marvel Studios with franchise star Ryan Reynolds on board to return. The actor confirmed the news during a recent appearance at Fanatics Fest 2026. Sources say the film is currently in early development with no writer or director atta...
Why it matters: Ryan Reynolds Confirms New ‘Deadpool’ Movie In The... signals where Hollywood is headed.
The star was scheduled to perform four nights in the city, and Live Nation Brazil said Friday’s show in São Paulo will proceed as normal
Why it matters: Harry Styles Cancels Brazil Show Over ‘Health Issue’ shows where the music business is headed.
High box office numbers and user reviews are all fake according to angry people online
Why it matters: The Odyssey’s Critical And Box Office Success Has... signals what players want next.
Kaylee Hottle, the young actor remembered for her roles in the films Godzilla vs. Kong and Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire, died today, July 21, in a car accident in Frederick, Maryland. She was 18. Her death was announced by her father Joshua Hottle in a Facebook livestream u...
The big picture: Kaylee Hottle Dies: ‘Godzilla Vs. Kong’ & “Godzilla... — reflects evolving audience tastes.
As of July 21, we rounded up the best deals on Apple products. We found all the best savings on iPads, iPhones, MacBooks, and more.
The big picture: The best Apple deals this week include up... — reshapes the tech landscape.
Ticket holders for Tuesday's show will get a refund as well as an exclusive discount to purchase tickets for Friday's concert.
Hollywood Reporter reports: Harry Styles Cancels São Paulo Concert Over “Tour... — this could reshape the box office conversation.
The two AI developers spent a combined $3.17 million in the second quarter, up 23% from the first three months of 2026.
CNBC reports: OpenAI, Anthropic boost lobbying as legacy tech and... — this hints at where the money is moving.
EXCLUSIVE: Courtney Grace has signed with Gersh for representation in all areas. Grace, a former TV news reporter, producer, and anchor, recently made headlines of her own following her breakout role in Steven Spielberg’s UAP-themed Disclosure Day, where she delivered the emot...
The big picture: Gersh Signs ‘Disclosure Day’ Standout Courtney Grace — could reshape the box office conversation.
EXCLUSIVE: Four new actors have joined the growing cast of the MGM+ series The Magnificent Seven as series regulars: Joshua Close (Wayward, Fargo), Ken Yamamura (The Wolverine, Tetris), Michael Rubenfeld (Lucky Number Slevin) and Joel Nankervis (Your Fault: London). Production...
Deadline reports: MGM+’s ‘The Magnificent Seven’ Adds 4 To Series... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
The first Japanese scientist to win the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine, he went on to discover how memories are stored, advancing understanding of how the brain works.
The big picture: Susumu Tonegawa Dies at 86; Nobel Laureate Showed... — challenges existing scientific assumptions.
In this tutorial, we explore NVIDIA’s srt-slurm framework and learn how we use srtctl to convert declarative YAML configurations into reproducible SLURM benchmark workflows for distributed LLM serving. We set up the project in Google Colab, inspect its internal architecture, d...
The big picture: Validating Distributed LLM Serving Benchmarks with NVIDIA srt-slurm,... — pushes the boundary of what machines can do.
The singer shut down speculation that the flake that fell onto his microphone was drug-related.
Billboard reports: Robbie Williams Explains the White Substance on His... — this taps into a cultural moment.
The Trump administration is undoing fuel-saving efforts even as war in Iran, data centers and heat waves are pushing up gasoline and electricity costs.
Why it matters: The U.S. Is Pulling Back on Energy Efficiency advances our understanding of the world.
Elsa Zylberstein, one of France’s most popular actors, is set to make her directorial debut with “My Best Life.” The film is a comedy-drama inspired by “Mytho du soir,” the viral series of sketches she posted on social media while on lockdown during the pandemic. Rather than d...
Variety reports: France’s Elsa Zylberstein Draws on Viral Lockdown Sketches... — this could reshape the box office conversation.
After an unusual first quarter, big albums by Drake and Noah Kahan have REPUBLIC rising in current market share, while Interscope and Atlantic are up.
Why it matters: 2026 Midyear Record Label Market Share: REPUBLIC, Interscope... taps into a cultural moment.
Media layoffs across the entertainment industry are hitting hard after the past two years’ avalanche of job cuts. The unfortunate trend can still be felt following the Covid-19 pandemic, dual Hollywood strikes and — the latest event to hit Los Angeles hard: a series of wildfir...
Bottom line from Deadline: this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Coming to both Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal Orlando Resort, the newest installment in New Line Cinema’s ongoing franchise hit theaters this month.
The big picture: ‘Evil Dead Burn’ House Set to Conjure a... — reflects evolving audience tastes.
It's 5 a.m. when we crawl out of our tents. The catbirds are calling and the night sky is fading to dawn as we prepare to head into the wilderness. We're surrounded by the towering eucalypts of southeast Queensland in search of a small, native mouse called the pookila.
The big picture: Over 10,000 traps reveal only 1 pookila in... — challenges existing scientific assumptions.
For more than 25 years, Liopleurodon has been one of the world's most recognizable prehistoric marine predators. Immortalized in the BBC's landmark Walking with Dinosaurs series as a colossal 25-meter (82-foot) marine hunter, it captured the imagination of millions and became ...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
Anyone who knows me knows that the one frustration I come back to in games, above all else, more than yellow paint, quest markers and horrendously written dialogue, is that there just isn't enough cow breeding. Where is it? The video game industry is sorely lacking in that dep...
The big picture: Manor Lords' next beta update adds what all... — reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
Backups are said to be on the way.
The big picture: A hacker has reportedly wiped out parts of... — is generating hype in the community.
Anthropic's Levant Alpöge, a former Harvard valedictorian, used Claude's Fable 5 to find something that mathematicians have failed to since 1939.
Why it matters: Mathematicians grapple with a ‘very rapid and very... could affect investors and consumers alike.
There's a symbiotic - and sometimes frustrating - relationship between social media sites and the creators that depend on them. Platforms need influencers' and creators' content to keep consumers on their apps; the creators, in turn, need to be able to reach those audiences to...
The big picture: Instagram will let users endlessly swap the audio... — could change how developers build software.
With the new "Replace Audio" tool, users can update the music on their post at any time while keeping the post's existing likes, comments, shares, and reach intact.
The big picture: Instagram now lets you swap out the music... — is one to watch for the industry.
Darkest Dungeon 2 landed well enough and received generally positive reviews, but it's never been universally accepted in the same way the original game was, as Steam user reviews of Darkest Dungeon 2 highlight. Now, developer Red Hook Studios is surprising fans with a return ...
Why it matters: Darkest Dungeon is getting its first dollop of... may set a new standard for the genre.
Tasha Cobbs Leonard and Pastor Mike Jr. are set to receive honorary awards.
The big picture: Kirk Franklin to Host 2026 Stellar Gospel Music... — reflects the changing sound of the industry.
It must be earnings day, because Tesla is making a Robotaxi announcement. The company said in a post on X that it was launching its Robotaxi service in Orlando and Tampa, attaching a pair of maps that show each city's service area. No word on fleet size or whether interested c...
Why it matters: Tesla Robotaxis go to Florida is one to watch for the industry.
The government has announced it will cut VAT on domestic electricity to zero but Britons still pay more for power than many other European nations.
BBC Business reports: Three reasons why UK electricity prices are so... — this hints at where the money is moving.
Jagex CEO Jon Bellamy has shared his lofty aspiration for RuneScape to be the biggest MMO in the world in the next five years. That, for those unaware, would mean toppling World of Warcraft from the top spot. Read more
Why it matters: Jagex wants classic British point-and-click MMO RuneScape to... could shake up the gaming landscape.
Xbox Game Pass is teaming up with another subscription service this week, albeit one that appeals to a niche section of gamers. Facebook parent group Meta and Xbox have announced that a starter edition of Xbox Game Pass is now available to Meta Horizon+ subscribers, giving the...
Bottom line from GameSpot: this could shake up the gaming landscape.
A new type of malware can worm deep into AI coding systems to steal data and logins—and can flip a “death switch” to destroy files and keep out real users.
Why it matters: A Sneaky Hacking Tool Targeting AI Infrastructure Is... is one to watch for the industry.
Sony Pictures has released the third trailer for “Spider-Man: Brand New Day,” swiftly shifting Tom Holland’s epic of a summer from the ancient shores of Ithaca to the glass skyscrapers of New York. The Sony and Marvel film — which sees the British star having ditched Telemachu...
Variety reports: ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ Final Trailer Unveils Action-Packed... — this could reshape the box office conversation.
Hidden text on a web page was enough to make Kiro, AWS's agentic coding IDE, rewrite its own configuration file and run an attacker's code on a developer's machine, with no approval step able to stop it. Intezer, in research with Kodem Security, found that a request as ordina...
Why it matters: AWS Kiro Flaw Let a Poisoned Web Page... is a wake-up call for digital security.
Ugandan filmmaker and journalist Moses Bwayo will direct the first film under the partnership between Thomas Pierce's Pierce Capital Entertainment and Kevin and Toby Schmutzler's FilmCrew.
Why it matters: ‘The Brutalist’ EP, ‘Nawi’ Makers Strike Three-Film Co-Pro... could reshape the box office conversation.
China's Ministry of Commerce (MofCom) considers to restrict exports of advanced AI models, training data, and overseas acquisitions of strategically important technology companies; prohibit usage of foreign semiconductor manufacturing services.
Why it matters: China is considering export controls on AI technologies,... could change how developers build software.
A US-brokered agreement should see Israeli troops pulling out of a small part of Lebanon occupied during their conflict with Hezbollah.
Why it matters: Lebanese army says troops deploying in 'pilot zone'... could reshape the global order.
The late artist's daughter confirmed his death in a post to social media on July 20.
The big picture: Rapper Alley Boy Dead at 42 Following Battle... — is making waves across platforms.
In this week's Legal Beat newsletter, Billboard names music's top attorneys, X settles with publishers, Bad Bunny fights a reggaeton ruling, and much more.
Why it matters: Top Lawyers List, X Music Settlement, Bad Bunny... reflects the changing sound of the industry.
Nintendo is just one of many companies that has been claiming refunds on the tariffs it was forced to pay on goods entering the United States from August 2025, but says it doesn't have to, and won't, pass these onto customers. In August 2025, Nintendo increased the price of...
Bottom line from GameSpot: this is generating hype in the community.
The follow-up to 2022's ‘The Runner soundtrack' arrives in September, and explores themes of heartbreak, loss and survival The post Boy Harsher announce new album ‘Get Mean’ with intoxicating single ‘Hard Beat’ appeared first on NME.
Why it matters: Boy Harsher announce new album ‘Get Mean’ with... could define this era of music.
Dreams of finding a sort of Earth 2.0 motivate much of the thinking around the search for exoplanets. But there is more to exoplanet science than searching for potentially habitable worlds. Scientists need a deeper understanding of the overall exoplanet population to understan...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
A remarkable discovery has been made at the Givati Parking Lot excavations in the City of David, within Jerusalem Walls National Park. Excavations led by the Israel Antiquities Authority and Tel Aviv University uncovered massive wooden beams that collapsed and burned during th...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this opens new research frontiers.
The "New Girl" star pairs up with Mary Steenburgen and Ed Harris for a classic "save the farm" comedy.
IndieWire reports: ‘The Dink’ Review: Jake Johnson Discovers the Joys... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
“Evil Dead Burn” is headed to Universal’s Halloween Horror Nights as a haunted house experience. The latest film from New Line Cinema takes shape as the newest Halloween Horror Nights haunted house, beginning Aug. 28 at Universal Orlando Resort and Sept 3 at Universal Studios ...
Why it matters: ‘Evil Dead Burn’ Haunted House Experience Is Headed... reflects evolving audience tastes.
Amazon Prime Video has officially picked up a series version of “Robocop,” Variety has learned. Prime Video has given the show an eight-episode order. The project has been in development since Amazon acquired MGM in 2022, with Amazon looking to capitalize on their access to MG...
Bottom line from Variety: this could reshape the box office conversation.
Mary Steenburgen, Ed Harris, Patton Oswalt and Ben Stiller also star in the underdog flick directed by Josh Greenbaum ('Barb and Star Go to Vista del Mar,' 'Will & Harper').
Why it matters: ‘The Dink’ Review: Jake Johnson’s Failed Tennis Prodigy... is generating industry buzz.
The eight-episode series will seek to capture the anti-corporate vibe of the 1987 cult classic.
Hollywood Reporter reports: ‘Robocop’ TV Series Officially a Go for Prime... — this signals where Hollywood is headed.
EXCLUSIVE: Film Finances, part of the STX Entertainment family, and Media Guarantors are merging, creating a leading global completion bond firm for independent film, a unique space with only a few key players. Specifically, STX Entertainment sister company Film Services Inter...
Why it matters: Film Finances And Media Guarantors Merging In Major... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
After a lengthy development process, Amazon MGM Studios has greenlighted Robocop, a series based on the MGM movie franchise, from showrunner Peter Ocko and Blumhouse Atomic Monster. In Robocop, a giant tech conglomerate convinces the city to place a powerful robot on its polic...
Why it matters: ‘Robocop’ Series Ordered By Amazon From Blumhouse Atomic... reflects evolving audience tastes.
Panelists set to appear include Nora Felder (Stranger Things), Kris Bowers (Spider-Noir) and Carlos Rafael Rivera (Hacks).
Bottom line from Billboard: this is making waves across platforms.
With the new tools, parents and guardians will be able to view their teen's time spent on Threads, set daily time limits, adjust sleep mode, and manage their privacy settings.
TechCrunch reports: Threads rolls out parental supervision tools — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
Jake Johnson and Mary Steenburgen star in the new comedy from "Barb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar" director.
The big picture: The Dink review: Apples pickleball movie is a... — reshapes the tech landscape.
The company announces a 10 - 15% price increase, but isn't keen to emulate the memory industry's runaway pricing.
Why it matters: TSMC admits it's 'jealous' of memory chipmakers' margins,... may set a new standard for the genre.
The Apollo 13 star voiced his displeasure with the Taylor Sheridan-produced Paramount+ series. Ed Harris Says “Fuck You, People” After Dutton Ranch Singing Scene Was Cut Liz Shannon Miller
Why it matters: Ed Harris Says “Fuck You, People” After Dutton... shows where the music business is headed.
The amount of land burned in the world's largest rainforest was the smallest since MapBiomas records began in 1985.
Why it matters: Brazil's Amazon sees sharp decline in size of... advances our understanding of the world.
Alibaba's Qwen team has introduced Qwen-Image-3.0, an image generator that accepts prompts up to 4,500 tokens, renders legible text as small as ten pixels, and supports twelve languages natively. It can create complex layouts such as infographics, LaTeX papers, and newspaper p...
Why it matters: Alibaba's Qwen-Image-3.0 renders full infographic grids and readable... marks a new chapter in AI development.
Apple will reportedly launch a new “Apple Upgrade” leasing program next week. As part of that, the company is reportedly planning to wind down its existing iPhone Upgrade Program.
9to5Mac reports: Apple winding down iPhone Upgrade Program: report — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
Writer-director Hideo Kojima, famous for creating Metal Gear Solid and Death Stranding, has commented on how he would like to die. During a recent event, Kojima said he would like to die in a movie theater, and he even knows when, exactly, he'd like to pass away. "I like th...
The big picture: Hideo Kojima Reveals How He Wants To Die — signals what players want next.
SpaceX stock has been trending down for seven days now. What does this mean for the Elon Musk's space and AI company, and the market at large?
Why it matters: SpaceX stock slides for a week straight. What... could change how developers build software.
Check out to the lead single "Indu." Greg Freeman Announces New Album All Set The Bone, 2026 Tour Dates Travis Bland
Why it matters: Greg Freeman Announces New Album All Set The... shows where the music business is headed.
Firas al-Masri, his wife and their four children died in one attack, which the Israeli military says targeted a Hamas operative.
The big picture: Israeli strikes in Gaza kill 12, including family... — affects international relations.
Chinese open-weight models are gaining steam against leading offerings from American companies like OpenAI and Anthropic.
Why it matters: Bessent says U.S. could sanction China over AI... may shift market dynamics.
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Bottom line from 9to5Mac: this is one to watch for the industry.
The FBI has arrested a 21-year-old Florida man alleged to have stolen roughly $220,000 of crypto currency using malware installed alongside games. And while the PC platform used to nab this catch isn't explicitly specified, the infested games listed by the FBI were present on ...
Why it matters: The FBI has arrested a 21-year-old alleged to... signals what players want next.
The Amazon site has suffered multiple hits since the start of the U.S. bombing campaign in Iran. The IRGC claims to have 'destroyed' AWB Bahrain, but the company has moved operations off the facility since early April.
Tom's Hardware reports: Amazon data center in Bahrain struck and destroyed... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
Look at the nice fellow in the featured image of this article. Look into his eyes. Look at the slightly awkward grin plastered across his face at the moment in a YouTube video on his channel that I've chosen to pause and take a screenshot. This is a man who wants you to feel "...
Rock Paper Shotgun reports: Reported lead of Obsidian's new Fallout game wants... — this is generating hype in the community.
Today is your last chance to secure your FREE credit ahead of tomorrow’s official Galaxy Z Fold 8 series and Watch 9 launch, but we also have a deep $280 price drop hits Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic LTE (over 50% off). You also have a chance to land Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold ...
9to5Google reports: Deals: Galaxy Watch 8 Classic $280 off, Pixel... — this could change how developers build software.
The ‘Hot Fuzz’ star broke out a special DJ set, and the choir delivered a cover of Nirvana’s ‘Smells Like Teen Spirit’ The post Watch Fatboy Slim welcome Simon Pegg and Brighton Gay Men’s Chorus to Big Beach Boutique 7 appeared first on NME.
Why it matters: Watch Fatboy Slim welcome Simon Pegg and Brighton... reflects the changing sound of the industry.
The first Lego X-Files set costs $200 and will be available in August.
Why it matters: Lego just unveiled a 1,500-piece X-Files set, complete... could change how developers build software.
Artificial intelligence is being adopted rapidly across industries, workplaces and personal use, with an estimated 1 in 4 Americans using it regularly, but there is a knowledge gap.
Why it matters: AI awareness in Nebraska differs by age, education,... could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
The first-ever image of a black hole—a glowing, ring-like structure at the heart of galaxy M87—was unveiled to the world in a landmark moment in 2019. Now, researchers have taken the next big step—moving beyond capturing a picture of the black hole to understanding its physics...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
Pixar Animation Studios, despite riding high on the success of summer blockbuster “Toy Story 5,” was hit particularly hard in a wave of companywide layoffs Tuesday at Disney. A Disney spokesperson confirmed that the media conglomerate is cutting several hundred jobs across cer...
Why it matters: Pixar Bears Brunt of Disney Studio Layoffs as... is generating industry buzz.
The Swiss chocolate maker adjusts its strategy in response to weaker demand after its price rises.
BBC Business reports: Lindt's Easter chocolate sales fall after price hike — this reflects a broader economic trend.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the U.S. could sanction Chinese open AI models over alleged IP theft, expanding the Trump administration's campaign to slow China's AI advances.
Why it matters: US threatens sanctions against Chinese AI models over... may redefine how we interact with devices.
SpaceX's stock gained on Tuesday and looked to snap a seven-day losing streak after announcing Aug. 4 as its maiden earnings report
The big picture: SpaceX sets earnings date, triggering first lock-up expiration... — reflects a broader economic trend.
We already knew the date for 2027 DGA Awards ceremony, but today the Directors Guild of America pulled back the curtain on the full timeline including nominations and voting periods. In the lead-up to the 79th annual DGA Awards on Saturday, January 30, at the Beverly Hilton, t...
Bottom line from Deadline: this reflects evolving audience tastes.
As of July 21, get the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic for 51% off at Woot.
Mashable reports: Time for a new smartwatch? Snag the Samsung... — this is one to watch for the industry.
Last month, Slay the Spire 2's Act 3 boss Doormaker - the third in a series of late-game reworks - was removed and replaced by Aeonglass. Now, developer Mega Crit has revealed how its fun visual design came to be. Read more
Bottom line from Eurogamer: this is generating hype in the community.
Kaylee Hottle, an actress known for her roles in “Godzilla vs. Kong” and “Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire,” died on Monday in a car accident, according to The New York Times. She was 18. Her father, Joshua Hottle, announced the news in a Facebook livestream using American Sign...
Bottom line from Variety: this is generating industry buzz.
Matt Damon, Tom Holland and Anne Hathaway lead the most loaded movie cast of the year The post Every actor in ‘The Odyssey’ and who they’re playing appeared first on NME.
NME reports: Every actor in ‘The Odyssey’ and who they’re... — this shows where the music business is headed.
Joining the ongoing summer price drops on AirPods Pro 3 and AirPods Max 2 at $100 off, we are also featuring the return of Prime Day all-time low pricing on AirTag 2. But today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by M5 MacBook Pro with the upgraded 24GB of RAM and 96W charger ...
Why it matters: Deals: AirTag 2, M5 MacBook Pro $320 off,... could change how developers build software.
For two weeks, attackers had access to a third-party support ticket system containing customer tax information.
Why it matters: Ernst & Young breach exposes client tax data... may redefine how we interact with devices.
Over five countries and 91 days, Christopher Nolan and the cast and crew of “The Odyssey” were driven to their breaking point as they labored to bring Homer’s epic to the screen. They shot on the ocean, in craggy mountain passes, across dense forests and sandy beaches, battlin...
Why it matters: Christopher Nolan and ‘The Odyssey’ Cast Break Down... signals where Hollywood is headed.
As the Fox comedy struggled through a rocky third season, Prince’s surprise cameo arrived with rewrites, on-set panic and just enough magic to turn one post-Super Bowl episode into an instant classic.
Why it matters: How Prince Saved ‘New Girl’: Inside the Show’s... could reshape the box office conversation.
A day will dawn when the premise "what if Darkest Dungeon but also XYZ" will lose its crablike stranglehold on my fancy, but that day is not this day, for today we Dive or Die. Not that the two activities are mutually exclusive. In this 2D roguelite scuba sim from Drop Rate S...
Why it matters: Out today, Die or Dive is a promising... is generating hype in the community.
Apple will launch a new “Apple Upgrade” leasing program later this month in the US, according to a new report from Bloomberg. It marks “one of the biggest-ever changes to how the company sells devices,” the report says. Here’s how it will work.
The big picture: Apple debuting new ‘Apple Upgrade’ leasing program next... — reshapes the tech landscape.
Canada's relationship with the U.S. has frayed amid Trump's tariff-heavy agenda and vocal displeasure with the nations' trilateral trade pact with Mexico.
CNBC reports: Trump imposing 50% tariffs on certain Canadian goods... — this signals changing business strategies.
Meta has quietly released a new iPhone app that uses AI to create personalized children’s stories, complete with illustrations, narration, and original music.
Bottom line from 9to5Mac: this signals a shift in how we use technology.
Shipyard jobs can pay upwards of $100K without a college degree—and nearly a quarter of a million maritime workers are needed. But it comes with tradeoffs.
The big picture: Jamie Dimon says six-figure shipyard jobs are the... — could affect investors and consumers alike.
Whitney Cummings performed a comedy set at Bill Maher’s Mark Twain Prize ceremony, which took place on June 28 at the Kennedy Center. But according to the comic, her closing joke won’t be seen in the Netflix broadcast of the event, which streams on July 21. Cummings said earli...
Bottom line from Variety: this signals where Hollywood is headed.
The band's ninth album is due out November 6th via BLKIIBLK. Hatebreed Announce New Album Fatal Paradox, Unleash “Kill Count Increase”: Stream Langdon Hickman
Consequence of Sound reports: Hatebreed Announce New Album Fatal Paradox, Unleash “Kill... — this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
Tomorrow's foldable-centric Galaxy Unpacked event looks like it will be Samsung's biggest in years. The company is expected to launch new versions of its Fold and Flip phones while also introducing a brand new Fold form factor that's shorter and wider. It would be the second u...
The big picture: Samsung can’t afford to play it safe with... — could change how developers build software.
Novo Nordisk has launched legal action accusing Eli Lilly of creating "misleading" ads, a claim its rival denies.
Why it matters: Ozempic-maker accuses rival of false advertising reflects a broader economic trend.
When talking about Hawaiʻi's food security, the conversation often focuses on physical infrastructure—warehouses, cold storage and doubling crop production to reduce the need to import 90% of food. A new policy article by a University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa researcher contends th...
The big picture: Trust, connection are key ingredients for Hawaiʻi's food... — opens new research frontiers.
Nvidia gave Tom’s Hardware an exclusive look inside its previously undisclosed Engineering SuperLab near Nvidia HQ, where we saw Vera Rubin NVL72 in action.
The big picture: Behind the scenes at Nvidia's Engineering SuperLab —... — is one to watch for the industry.
The truth is made of tiny, interlocking bricks. LEGO Reveals The X-Files Set, Brings Back Gillian Anderson as Scully in New Ad: Watch Ben Kaye
Why it matters: LEGO Reveals The X-Files Set, Brings Back Gillian... shows where the music business is headed.
Theja Rio, Amanda Kernell, Ferit Karahan and Irene Dionisio will see their latest movies among 12 world premieres for international titles outside the Hollywood spotlight at TIFF.
The big picture: Toronto: Miwa Nishikawa’s ‘Children Untold’ to Open Platform... — signals where Hollywood is headed.
Pax Armata's relentless campaign for control of the Pacific has begun. As NATO's offshore military bases come under attack, the conflict expands across land, air, and sea in the next chapter of Battlefield 6. Battle across massive amphibious battlefields, command new vehicl...
The big picture: Battlefield 6 – Season 4 Intro Cinematic Trailer — signals what players want next.
Red Hook Studios just unveiled a brand new update for Darkest Dungeon known as “Fire’s Edge”. It will begin to reach players on August 18, 2026. This is the first major content update for Darkest Dungeon in six years, ten years following launch. Players can look forward to two...
Why it matters: Darkest Dungeon announces “Fire’s Edge” update, first new... is generating hype in the community.
Flock cameras are everywhere - even in my small town, quietly using AI to identify your car and surveil your movements. But did you consent? Probably not.
ZDNet reports: 90,000 Flock cameras have quietly gone up in... — this reshapes the tech landscape.
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