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  1. On Juneteenth, John Legend & L.A. Times Short Docs Release ‘I Got My Brother’ About Foster Care Reform Advocate Jarrett HarperDeadline
  2. NetJets' first fatal crash kills influential Texas VC founderCNBC
  3. Every fusion startup that has raised over $100MTechCrunch
  4. Cannes Lions CEO Reveals What Keeps Him Up at NightHollywood Reporter
  5. ‘Industry’ Finally Has Emmy Heat — and Myha’la Is at the Center of ItHollywood Reporter
  6. ‘Citizen Vigilante’ Review: Uwe Boll Does Armie Hammer No Favors With This Morally Bankrupt ThrillerVariety
  7. Justin Cary, Sixpence None the Richer’s Bassist, Dead at 50Rolling Stone
  8. Doom composer Bobby Prince has diedEngadget
  9. Microbial partners may help maize and sorghum respond to higher temperaturesPhys.org
  10. If you like puzzle platformers, multi-dimensional traversal, and ducks—I have the game for youPC Gamer

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On Juneteenth, John Legend & L.A. Times Short Docs Release ‘I Got My Brother’ About Foster Care Reform Advocate Jarrett Harper

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‘Citizen Vigilante’ Review: Uwe Boll Does Armie Hammer No Favors With This Morally Bankrupt Thriller

Variety · 2026-06-19 16:44
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Doom composer Bobby Prince has died

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Microbial partners may help maize and sorghum respond to higher temperatures

Phys.org · 2026-06-19 16:40
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If you like puzzle platformers, multi-dimensional traversal, and ducks—I have the game for you

PC Gamer · 2026-06-19 16:38
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Sony deletes mention of PC from annual strategy report in favour of a gushing about AI

PC Gamer · 2026-06-19 16:37
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The Best Thunderbolt and USB-C Docks in 2026 — up to 140W Power Delivery, 10 GbE, and even internal M.2 SSD slots

Tom's Hardware · 2026-06-19 16:31
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The new Epic Games Launcher might not suck so much thanks to 'ground-up' rebuild with 5–6.5x improved performance—still a long way to catch up with Steam

PC Gamer · 2026-06-19 16:27

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On Juneteenth, John Legend & L.A. Times Short Docs Release ‘I Got My Brother’ About Foster Care Reform Advocate Jarrett Harper

EXCLUSIVE: EGOT-winner John Legend and L.A. Times Short Docs are partnering to release the documentary I Got My Brother today, on Juneteenth, a film about the bond between siblings Jarrett and Baylon Harper. The SXSW-winning short directed by Victor Gabriel is now streaming on...

The big picture: On Juneteenth, John Legend & L.A. Times Short... — could reshape the box office conversation.

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NetJets' first fatal crash kills influential Texas VC founder

NetJets is not speculating on what caused one of its planes to crash onto a highway in Laredo, Texas late Tuesday, killing a prominent tech entrepreneur.

The big picture: NetJets' first fatal crash kills influential Texas VC... — may shift market dynamics.

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Every fusion startup that has raised over $100M

Fusion startups have raised $7.1 billion to date, with the majority of it going to a handful of companies.

Why it matters: Every fusion startup that has raised over $100M may redefine how we interact with devices.

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Cannes Lions CEO Reveals What Keeps Him Up at Night

Festival boss Simon Cook talks A.I., the creator economy and the pleasures and perils of running the biggest marketing meetup in the world.

The big picture: Cannes Lions CEO Reveals What Keeps Him Up... — signals where Hollywood is headed.

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‘Citizen Vigilante’ Review: Uwe Boll Does Armie Hammer No Favors With This Morally Bankrupt Thriller

After decades of cinema chronicling men taking the law into their own hands when “the system” fails them, a thoughtful reckoning is warranted — if not necessary — about the costs, and complex morality, of vigilantism. A handful of films have tried, but when one of the world’s ...

The big picture: ‘Citizen Vigilante’ Review: Uwe Boll Does Armie Hammer... — reflects evolving audience tastes.

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Doom composer Bobby Prince has died

Bobby Prince, composer for Doom and other classic shooters, has died.

Engadget reports: Doom composer Bobby Prince has died — this is one to watch for the industry.

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19 Black Characters Who Changed TV and Film Forever

From Mookie in 'Do the Right Thing' to Issa in 'Insecure' to Carlton in 'Fresh Prince of Bel-Air,' The Hollywood Reporter takes a look at some of the most impactful characters to grace screens both big and small.

Why it matters: 19 Black Characters Who Changed TV and Film... is generating industry buzz.

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Excessive Instagram use could erode our sense of self, altering the perception of our bodies

Instagram use could influence not only how we see our bodies, but also how our brain perceives the bodies we inhabit as "ours." In short, it could erode our sense of self to the point of no longer recognizing ourselves in our own bodies, or feeling "at home" within them.

The big picture: Excessive Instagram use could erode our sense of... — adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.

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Japan Hits Record 25 Annecy 2026 Selections, Unifies MIFA Booths in Show of Force

Japan’s presence at the 2026 Annecy Animation Festival marks a recent high-water mark, with 25 Japanese films selected across the festival’s competitive and non-competitive sections – up from 18 last year – as the country’s industry bodies simultaneously consolidate their MIFA...

Variety reports: Japan Hits Record 25 Annecy 2026 Selections, Unifies... — this signals where Hollywood is headed.

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‘It’s a Fantastic Time for Animation’: UTA Partner Jason Burns Praises Original Ideas, Animation Directors Ahead of Annecy Film Festival

In 2025, animation features ruled the box-office, from long-awaited sequels (“Zootopia 2”) to original streaming megahits (“KPop Demon Hunters”). Behind the scenes, the success of these seasoned directors and newfound talents reveals an ongoing audience appetite for bold artis...

The big picture: ‘It’s a Fantastic Time for Animation’: UTA Partner... — signals where Hollywood is headed.

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Texas govt data breach exposes over 3 million driver’s licenses

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) disclosed a data breach at its license system vendor that exposed personal information for more than three million individuals. [...]

BleepingComputer reports: Texas govt data breach exposes over 3 million... — this underscores the cost of weak defenses.

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Most portable air conditioners suck – but there's an easy fix

Efficiency ratings on portable air conditioners don’t give consumers the full picture, and one type of aircon unit is so inefficient that it should be banned, says Michael Le Page

Why it matters: Most portable air conditioners suck – but there's... opens new research frontiers.

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Is the US government’s Anthropic ban accidentally helping the brand?

Just as last week was ending, the US government forced Anthropic to pull its two newest models, Fable 5 and Mythos 5, citing national security concerns after Amazon researchers allegedly found a way to bypass Fable 5’s guardrails.  Cybersecurity researchers have since signed a...

TechCrunch reports: Is the US government’s Anthropic ban accidentally helping... — this reshapes the tech landscape.

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The Outer Worlds 2 studio Obsidian accused of "violating state wage and hour laws" for profit in California lawsuit

Obsidian Entertainment, developers of The Outer Worlds 2 and Avowed, have been sued in California for allegedly engaging "in a systematic pattern of wage and hour violations". The case was initially filed in the Superior Court of Orange County by plaintiff Victoria Turner in t...

Bottom line from Rock Paper Shotgun: this signals what players want next.

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Memory, Freedom and Music Among Themes as Five Documentaries Chase Golden Goblet Glory at Shanghai

Five documentary films are competing for the Golden Goblet Award in the Documentary category at the 28th Shanghai International Film Festival, with the creative teams behind all five nominees gathering for a press meeting. The five contenders – Spain’s “Benigno,” Chinese produ...

Why it matters: Memory, Freedom and Music Among Themes as Five... signals where Hollywood is headed.

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Q&A: Biological plastic recycling—from waste to raw material

In the future, microorganisms could help return hard-to-recycle plastics to the recycling loop. Nick Wierckx, a molecular biologist at Jülich, explains the opportunities offered by biological recycling processes and the challenges of a truly circular economy.

Bottom line from Phys.org: this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.

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All The Songs In ‘Voicemails For Isabelle’: Robyn, Taylor Swift & More

From Leah McKendrick (Scrambled) comes a new rom-com starring heavy hitters in the genre, Nick Robinson (Love, Simon) and Zoey Deutch (Set It Up, Something From Tiffany’s) as well as Nick Offerman, Lukas Gage, Harry Shum Jr., Ciara Bravo, Megan Danso, Toby Sandeman, Spencer Lo...

Deadline reports: All The Songs In ‘Voicemails For Isabelle’: Robyn,... — this may set a new benchmark for the genre.

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How Netflix’s ‘Little House on the Prairie’ Brings Its Pioneering Black Doctor to the Screen (Exclusive)

In this first-look, star Jocko Sims, showrunner Rebecca Sonnenshine and costume designer Mitchell Travers reveal how they used Laura Ingalls Wilder’s 1935 novel, history and some creative liberty to tell the story of Dr. George Tann, the eclectic physician who saved the Ingall...

The big picture: How Netflix’s ‘Little House on the Prairie’ Brings... — could reshape the box office conversation.

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The Oura Ring 5 is the ultra-smart wearable you won’t know you’re wearing

I’m a well-known grump when it comes to subscription apps, so when you find me endorsing a relatively expensive piece of hardware that requires an annual subscription for full functionality, then you know it has to be good. 2024 was a bit of an eventful year for me on the wear...

The big picture: The Oura Ring 5 is the ultra-smart wearable... — is one to watch for the industry.

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9to5Mac Daily: June 19, 2026 – Apple confirms looming price increases

Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Sponsored by Backblaze: Backup you can rely on....

9to5Mac reports: 9to5Mac Daily: June 19, 2026 – Apple confirms... — this could change how developers build software.

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‘Slow Horses’ Star Christopher Chung on Balancing Ego and Empathy as Fan-Favorite Roddy Ho: ‘You Never Play It for the Joke, Everything Is Just Genuine’

“Slow Horses” may be headed by Gary Oldman’s dishevelled MI5 agent Jackson Lamb but it was Roddy Ho, played by Christopher Chung, who took the reins in Season 5. The clueless computer nerd with an outsized attitude finally got a storyline matching his main character energy whe...

Why it matters: ‘Slow Horses’ Star Christopher Chung on Balancing Ego... may set a new benchmark for the genre.

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Amazon workers who testified against AI data centers say they were intimidated by the company, monitored at work — employees face possible termination for violating company policy, speaking as representatives

The three Amazon workers claim that they've been intimidated during the Zoom meetings and were being monitored while at work.

Tom's Hardware reports: Amazon workers who testified against AI data centers... — this reshapes the tech landscape.

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The riskiest SpaceX stock trade of all had a big first week

SpaceX's IPO did not just mint the biggest debut in market history and a trillionaire, but it also triggered a historic land grab in risky leveraged ETFs.

CNBC reports: The riskiest SpaceX stock trade of all had... — this reflects a broader economic trend.

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Is Climate Change Supercharging El Niño?

As a new, potentially record-breaking El Niño begins, researchers are vigorously debating whether climate change is driving the phenomenon’s intensity.

Bottom line from NY Times Science: this challenges existing scientific assumptions.

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Deals: TCL NXTPAPER Android tablet Amazon lows, Google Pixel Watch 4, new Lenovo Yoga 7a 2-in-1 $400 off, Amazon Echo, more

Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by early Prime Day TCL NXTPAPER Android tablet deals up to 36% off with prices from $150. And now joining pre-orders on the new Google Home Speaker, Amazon has dropped this Obsidian Google Pixel Watch 4 to one of its best prices alongs...

9to5Google reports: Deals: TCL NXTPAPER Android tablet Amazon lows, Google... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.

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When Your Dad Is Bono — and Your Audience Is Obama

'Disclosure Day' star Eve Hewson on growing up in Dublin, crashing Hollywood auditions and getting the call from Spielberg — again.

Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this reflects evolving audience tastes.

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Slay the Spire 2 gets a patch for broken RNG after player turns in gruelling eight hour video exposé

Slay the Spire 2 has received a major update that adds Steam Workshop support for mods alongside a proper monster bestiary for the Compendium. It also introduces a new boss, Aeonglass, in place of the much-berated Doormaker. These are pretty juicy changes, and yet, the most in...

The big picture: Slay the Spire 2 gets a patch for... — signals what players want next.

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The Rolling Stones announce new official podcast ‘Speaking In Tongues’ featuring The Cure’s Robert Smith, Andrew Watt and more

It comes ahead of the release of their new album ‘Foreign Tongues‘ on July 10 The post The Rolling Stones announce new official podcast ‘Speaking In Tongues’ featuring The Cure’s Robert Smith, Andrew Watt and more appeared first on NME.

The big picture: The Rolling Stones announce new official podcast ‘Speaking... — taps into a cultural moment.

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Judith Sheldon, Daughter Of Director William Wyler, Found Dead With Husband In Running Car On California Highway Roadside

Judith Sheldon, daughter of the legendary Hollywood director William Wyler, was found dead along with her husband Wylie Sheldon in a parked and still-running car on the side of Interstate 5, north of Redding, California, on Monday, June 15. According to media reports, the coup...

Bottom line from Deadline: this reflects evolving audience tastes.

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Stark Picture Emerges of Paramount-Warner Bros. Job Loss Risk In L.A. County

A new estimate by local officials who are in the process of assessing the impact of David Ellison's $111 billion merger places 2,500 jobs "at potential risk" in the area and 6,000 more globally.

Hollywood Reporter reports: Stark Picture Emerges of Paramount-Warner Bros. Job Loss... — this could reshape the box office conversation.

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How the electronic World Cup ball is already impacting games

Adidas’ 2026 World Cup ball Trionda has a built-in motion sensor that tracks touch data in real time and helps officials review close calls.

The big picture: How the electronic World Cup ball is already... — could change how developers build software.

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Sam Register On How Webtoon Partnership Will Fuel Warner Bros. Animation’s Push For YA Streaming Hits

Warner Bros. Animation President Sam Register says partnering with Webtoon Entertainment will power up its push into streamer-friendly YA animation. Register and Webtoon Entertainment’s CFO David J. Lee spoke to Deadline at the recent Vancouver Web Summit and as they unveiled ...

Deadline reports: Sam Register On How Webtoon Partnership Will Fuel... — this signals where Hollywood is headed.

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Logitech G305 X Superlight review

A solid and fairly plain upgrade on the original, but not wholly better either.

PC Gamer reports: Logitech G305 X Superlight review — this signals what players want next.

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Shanghai Film Festival’s Mobile Filmmaking Camp Wraps With 10 iPhone-Shot Short Films

The 28th Shanghai International Film Festival’s SIFF ING section wrapped its new Mobile Filmmaking Camp, with 10 short films shot entirely on iPhone by emerging Chinese directors screened both on-site in Shanghai and online. Launched as a new featured initiative within the 202...

Bottom line from Variety: this may set a new benchmark for the genre.

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AutoJack Attack Lets One Web Page Hijack AI Agent for Host Code Execution

Microsoft researchers have detailed an exploit chain, named AutoJack, that turns an AI browsing agent into a delivery vehicle for remote code execution. Steer the agent to load an attacker's web page, and that page's JavaScript can reach a privileged local service on the same...

Bottom line from The Hacker News: this highlights growing cyber threats.

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Deals: iPhone 17 Pro/Max up to $290 off, AirPods $99, Apple Watch price drops, M5 Pro MacBook Pro $200 off, more

Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by iPhone 17 Pro Max at up to $250 off and 17 Pro up to $290 off. But we also have Apple’s most affordable current-gen iPad back in stock down at $299 with Father’s Day delivery as well as a chance to land Dad a pair of current-gen Air...

9to5Mac reports: Deals: iPhone 17 Pro/Max up to $290 off,... — this is one to watch for the industry.

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Younger adults overlook nearby biodiversity as species names fade from memory

Many young adults are familiar with common species such as dandelions or sparrows. In contrast, plants and birds typical of fields, meadows and other agricultural habitats are significantly less well known. This is shown by a new study from the Leibniz Centre for Agricultural ...

The big picture: Younger adults overlook nearby biodiversity as species names... — adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.

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H.E.R., Bini, Lea Salonga, Katseye’s Sophia Laforteza Lead Dreamworks Animation’s ‘Forgotten Island’ Soundtrack (EXCLUSIVE)

H.E.R., Bini, Lea Salonga and Katseye’s Sophia Laforteza are among the artists leading the soundtrack on Dreamworks Animation’s “Forgotten Island.” The film, which is set to preview at next week’s Annecy Animation Film Festival, will open in theaters later this year. It follow...

Bottom line from Variety: this may set a new benchmark for the genre.

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Netflix Swoops For Latest Ricky Gervais Stand-Up Special

Netflix is staying in business with Ricky Gervais. The streamer has acquired the rights to Legend, which will be recorded during Gervais’ new global stand-up tour, embarking in the UK from September. Netflix has streamed four of Gervais’ previous stand-up specials, including H...

Bottom line from Deadline: this may set a new benchmark for the genre.

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‘Ponderosa’ Review: The Great Bill Camp Gives Weight to a Slippery, Nightmarish Black Comedy

One of the great secret weapons of American film and TV in recent years, solid-gold supporting actor Bill Camp gets a rare and fascinating leading showcase in “Ponderosa” — though in committing to Rob Rice’s quietly sinister and wildly peculiar black comedy, no one could accus...

Bottom line from Variety: this may set a new benchmark for the genre.

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Two Point Museum gains Dave the Diver collaboration with 10.0 update, full details

Two Point Studios today unveiled a new version 10.0 update for Two Point Museum, which adds a Dave the Diver collaboration to the game. The developer says the patch is live on all platforms, so that should include Nintendo Switch 2. It’s now possible to explore the world of Da...

Why it matters: Two Point Museum gains Dave the Diver collaboration... reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.

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Alfonso Ribeiro on Social Media Fueling ‘Dancing With the Stars’ Success and Urging Contestants to Ignore the Trolls: ‘Why Are We So Mean to One Another?

“Dancing With the Stars” is not like any other reality show. It’s real. That’s the message winner-turned-host Alfonso Ribeiro sends when discussing the competition series. “We’re creating a safe space — a space where we’re allowing our celebrities to share their true heart,” s...

Why it matters: Alfonso Ribeiro on Social Media Fueling ‘Dancing With... signals where Hollywood is headed.

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PUBG now has genAI team mates capable of "intelligent decision-making", and I must remind you that Krafton are working on bots for the military

PUBG: Battlegrounds – aka Plunkbat – is getting generative AI team mates in the shape of PUBG Ally Duo, which is available now in beta. The new functionality uses Nvidia tech to simulate "autonomous game characters that use AI to perceive, plan, and take action within their en...

Why it matters: PUBG now has genAI team mates capable of... reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.

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Winners & Losers: Netflix Knifes the Duffer Brothers, ‘Supergirl’ Wows Influencers

'Supergirl' gets buzz from the usual suspects. Netflix flips off The Duffers and Paramount at the same time. The battle between franchises vs. originals takes a turn. Christopher Nolan begins to count his 'Odyssey' money.

Hollywood Reporter reports: Winners & Losers: Netflix Knifes the Duffer Brothers,... — this is generating industry buzz.

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Two Point Hospital: Full Health Collection announced for Nintendo Switch 2

SEGA and Two Point Studios are planning Two Point Hospital: Full Health Collection for Nintendo Switch 2, they’ve just announced. Release timing will be provided at a later date – stay tuned for that information. Two Point Hospital: Full Health Collection includes the base gam...

Bottom line from Nintendo Everything: this signals what players want next.

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Control Resonant Rethinks What’s Possible for Remedy’s Acclaimed Franchise

It’s been seven years since the acclaimed 2019 sci-fi game Control and Remedy Entertainment is back with the bold sequel Control Resonant. The sequel follows Dylan Faden, brother of the first game’s protagonist Jesse, who discovers an extradimensional entity has escaped from t...

Den of Geek reports: Control Resonant Rethinks What’s Possible for Remedy’s Acclaimed... — this taps into what audiences want right now.

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Operation Endgame Disrupts SocGholish Servers, Cleans 14,971 WordPress Sites

Dutch law enforcement authorities, along with counterparts from Canada , Germany, and the U.S., have disrupted malicious infrastructure associated with SocGholish and cleaned up nearly 15,000 infected WordPress websites. "With these actions we deprive cybercriminals of ac...

The big picture: Operation Endgame Disrupts SocGholish Servers, Cleans 14,971 WordPress... — highlights growing cyber threats.

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Struggling to find a job? Try looking in Nevada

The sparsely populated state known for its world-class casinos and dry climate has been a hiring hot spot.

CNBC reports: Struggling to find a job? Try looking in... — this may shift market dynamics.

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Goose Love Geese

"I think they're great," Rick Mitarotonda tells Consequence. "I'd love to meet Cameron." Goose Love Geese Wren Graves

Why it matters: Goose Love Geese taps into a cultural moment.

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Apple just said the thing about Siri that we’ve long wanted to hear

Siri AI is a major overhaul for Apple’s assistant, and so far in the iOS 27 beta, it’s very good. One upgrade I’m especially excited about is that it’s the same Siri everywhere, regardless of what device you use—which Apple explains in a new interview was a very intentional goal.

9to5Mac reports: Apple just said the thing about Siri that... — this is one to watch for the industry.

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Shining light into unhatched eggs could allow for chicken 'gender reveals'

Scientists have demonstrated a noninvasive technique that uses light to reveal the hidden contents of chicken eggs, potentially helping to curb the meat industry's practice of killing billions of male chicks at birth. The study, published in Newton, found that when light enter...

Bottom line from Phys.org: this challenges existing scientific assumptions.

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Blink49’s Brand Studio Plans First Vertical Video, ‘Murder at the Mansion’ (EXCLUSIVE)

Blink49’s branded entertainment division, Brand Studio, recently launched a vertical video division — and it has just announced its first project in the space. “Murder at the Mansion,” described as an “original vertical micro-drama designed for mobile-first audiences,” is set ...

Why it matters: Blink49’s Brand Studio Plans First Vertical Video, ‘Murder... signals where Hollywood is headed.

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Flight Risk: Rory Kennedy’s ‘Freefall: A Reckoning For Boeing’ Argues Aircraft Maker Hasn’t Corrected Alarming Safety Problems – DC/DOX

Oscar-nominated filmmaker Rory Kennedy follows a self-imposed rule when she travels by air. “I don’t fly on the 737 Maxes,” she says of Boeing aircraft. “And I don’t fly on the Dreamliners.” Anyone who has seen her documentary Downfall: The Case Against Boeing will understand ...

The big picture: Flight Risk: Rory Kennedy’s ‘Freefall: A Reckoning For... — could reshape the box office conversation.

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These are my favorite MagSafe accessories for iPhone

There’s a robust ecosystem of MagSafe accessories for iPhone on the market, and these are some of my favorites.

The big picture: These are my favorite MagSafe accessories for iPhone — could change how developers build software.

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The NTS Radio Player brings the best of internet radio to your hi-fi

NTS Radio and Swedish audio company Atonemo have teamed up on a dedicated player that brings NTS's genre-defying mixes and streaming stations to almost any stereo or speaker setup. And, like Atonemo's existing Streamplayer, you can also listen to your favorite streaming servic...

Why it matters: The NTS Radio Player brings the best of... reshapes the tech landscape.

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Bernie Sanders files bill proposing 50% public ownership of US AI firms and giving out $1,000 dividends — VP Vance says Trump supports giving the American people a stake in AI companies, prefers ‘pre-distribution’ over giving away cash

U.S. politicians are thinking about how they can ensure that the American people can benefit from AI.

Why it matters: Bernie Sanders files bill proposing 50% public ownership... reshapes the tech landscape.

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‘Toy Story 5’ Previews Ring Up $17.5M; Best For Franchise, 2026 YTD & 2nd Best For Animated Pic

UPDATED AFTER EXCLUSIVE: Toy Story 5 previews are at $17.5 million, not only the best for the franchise but also the second best ever for Pixar as well as any animated movie, and the best 2026 year-to-date. The Rotten Tomatoes audience score is at a very healthy 93%, just unde...

Deadline reports: ‘Toy Story 5’ Previews Ring Up $17.5M; Best... — this signals where Hollywood is headed.

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Hayley Kiyoko Is Happy to “Break the Glass Ceiling” With Her Directorial Debut ‘Girls Like Girls’

The 35-year-old has already established herself as a queer music icon, but now she's making her grand entrance into Hollywood, helming her first feature film centered on a story that she holds near and dear to her heart.

Hollywood Reporter reports: Hayley Kiyoko Is Happy to “Break the Glass... — this is generating industry buzz.

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Bambie Thug pulls out of Bludfest and announces break from touring to “prioritise mental and physical health”

"I promise when I return to performing it will be worth the wait" The post Bambie Thug pulls out of Bludfest and announces break from touring to “prioritise mental and physical health” appeared first on NME.

NME reports: Bambie Thug pulls out of Bludfest and announces... — this shows where the music business is headed.

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More people get news from AI chatbots, but trust remains low

According to the Reuters Institute's Digital News Report 2026, 10 percent of people worldwide now use AI chatbots for news every week, up from 7 percent a year ago. Only 4 percent regularly click through to the original source. The article More people get news from AI chatbots...

The Decoder reports: More people get news from AI chatbots, but... — this pushes the boundary of what machines can do.

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Take-Two's ex-AI boss says the generative AI hype is "poisoning the well" and could ward off all use of traditional AI in the future

The usage of generative AI and LLMs is among the most controversial - and polarising - topics in game development today. Players and critics are becoming more alert to the use of such tools in games, scouring the Steam store pages of each newly-announced game to see if the tec...

The big picture: Take-Two's ex-AI boss says the generative AI hype... — reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.

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I Hope GTA 6 Will Let Me Trip Balls Again And Be An Alligator

Since the dawn of time, humanity has yearned for one thing: to trip balls and return to nature. While you're not legally allowed to do that in most territories, the next best thing is a digital tour of the wild side in the few games brave enough to offer your in-game character...

Why it matters: I Hope GTA 6 Will Let Me Trip... may set a new standard for the genre.

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Messi or Ronaldo? Your political ideology may play a part

Whether someone prefers Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo—arguably two of the world's greatest footballers today—may be associated with their political outlook, according to the results of an international survey led by Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore).

The big picture: Messi or Ronaldo? Your political ideology may play... — could lead to real-world breakthroughs.

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Bullet Cluster observations reopen dark matter debate with MOND-compatible explanation

The Bullet Cluster has so far been considered evidence of the existence of dark matter. An international team of researchers has now analyzed new data and current images from the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST). According to the team, the observations are also consistent wit...

The big picture: Bullet Cluster observations reopen dark matter debate with... — challenges existing scientific assumptions.

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iPhone 18 Pro: Six new features are coming this fall

This fall’s iPhone 18 lineup will bring a brand new ‘iPhone Ultra’ foldable, but the most popular models will no doubt be the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max. Here are six new features rumored for iPhone 18 Pro.

Why it matters: iPhone 18 Pro: Six new features are coming... reshapes the tech landscape.

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The film about Sam Altman has been dropped by Amazon MGM

Luca Guadagnino's film about OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, Artificial, has reportedly been dropped by Amazon MGM. The film, which stars Andrew Garfield and covers the rollercoaster five days in 2023 spanning Altman's termination and reinstatement as CEO, had been in the works for abo...

The Verge reports: The film about Sam Altman has been dropped... — this could change how developers build software.

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Hands-on with Denon Home 200: Strong HomePod alternative with Siri integrations

Apple’s HomePod has only been updated once since its original debut back in 2018, and even the 2023 revamp was nothing to write home about. For as good a speaker as the HomePod is, it feels like one of Apple’s more neglected products. You would think that with the massive push...

The big picture: Hands-on with Denon Home 200: Strong HomePod alternative... — could change how developers build software.

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Microplastics in over 75% of pet food, study finds

Researchers say certain brands and kinds of cat and dog food have more microplastics than others.

Why it matters: Microplastics in over 75% of pet food, study... adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.

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Who had the best World Cup advert?

BBC Sport looks at the numbers behind both Nike and Adidas' World Cup adverts.

The big picture: Who had the best World Cup advert? — hints at where the money is moving.

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Thinking of giving a DNA kit for Father's Day? Psychology researcher warns of 'unexpected outcomes'

DNA testing kits are often gifted for Father's Day, Christmas and special occasions. The idea of learning more about yourself and unearthing some long-forgotten family history is certainly appealing to many, but a psychologist has warned that these presents can come with profo...

Phys.org reports: Thinking of giving a DNA kit for Father's... — this challenges existing scientific assumptions.

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Out of nowhere, excellent tactics game Battle Brothers gets a pile of dreadful swords - its first proper patch in a year

As you lean back in your chair with a sigh and count the hours left in the working day, a hideously hairy stranger appears in the door. His eyes are yellow and bulging, his beard rank with ale and bogwater, his helm battered and hung with viscera. He opens his stinking yap and...

The big picture: Out of nowhere, excellent tactics game Battle Brothers... — signals what players want next.

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Neal Francis Turned Live at Lagunitas into Boogieland: Photos + Recap

With support from Parlor Greens, the sold-out show featured plenty of dancing, cold beers, and big ol' smiles, all in support of the San Francisco Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Neal Francis Turned Live at Lagunitas into Boogieland: Photos + Recap Jonah Krueger

Consequence of Sound reports: Neal Francis Turned Live at Lagunitas into Boogieland:... — this could define this era of music.

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30 Years After ‘Naked Acts’, Bridgett M. Davis Returns To Filmmaking With Crowdfunded Project ‘Helga’

The debate about young people’s social media use has hit a peak in recent months, with Australia introducing legislation to ban social media for under-16s. The EU and the United Kingdom have followed the Aussies with their own prohibitive laws. The debate is valid but nuanced....

Why it matters: 30 Years After ‘Naked Acts’, Bridgett M. Davis... is generating industry buzz.

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CISA Warns Fortinet Customers as FortiBleed Hits 86,644 FortiGate Devices

The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) on Thursday urged Fortinet customers with FortiGate appliances to take steps to secure against ongoing malicious activity aimed at thousands of internet-accessible devices. The sweeping campaign, believed to be ...

The big picture: CISA Warns Fortinet Customers as FortiBleed Hits 86,644... — exposes vulnerabilities that affect millions.

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How animals communicate to work together across species boundaries

An international team of researchers have published a new review in Animal Behavior revealing how communication enables cooperation between different animal species. The review, titled "The ecology and evolution of cues and signals in animal interspecies cooperation," highligh...

Phys.org reports: How animals communicate to work together across species... — this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.

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Annecy Fest Boss Talks 2026 Edition With Strong U.S. Studio & Asia Presence Ahead Of ‘Minions & Monsters’ Opening: “More & More Studios Are Coming”

France’s Annecy International Animation Film Festival gets underway this weekend with Illumination’s Minions & Monsters, the latest movie devoted to the mischievous army of yellow underlings first introduced in 2010 breakout Despicable Me. This third spin-off prequel – which h...

Why it matters: Annecy Fest Boss Talks 2026 Edition With Strong... may set a new benchmark for the genre.

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‘Unidentified’ Director Haifaa Al Mansour On A New Era In Saudi Arabian Filmmaking, Especially For Women

When acclaimed Saudi director Haifaa Al Mansour made her debut film, Wadjda, she was the trailblazing first female from the Kingdom to helm a feature — and she had to communicate with cast and crew via walkie-talkies. “The country was segregated, so I wasn’t able to be with th...

The big picture: ‘Unidentified’ Director Haifaa Al Mansour On A New... — is generating industry buzz.

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Our long national sunscreen nightmare is almost over

This is Optimizer, a weekly newsletter sent from Verge senior reviewer Victoria Song that dissects and discusses the latest gizmos and potions that swear they're going to change your life. Opt in for Optimizer here. On TikTok, the tanned youths are explaining why they no longe...

The big picture: Our long national sunscreen nightmare is almost over — signals a shift in how we use technology.

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Remaining Games Of 2026 We’re Most Excited For

Grand Theft Auto VI, Marvel’s Wolverine, Legend Of Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Remake. These games are just the tip of the iceberg of titles that are slated to come out in the second half of 2026. September alone has dozens of exciting releases that we’re eager to try out. You your...

GameSpot reports: Remaining Games Of 2026 We’re Most Excited For — this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.

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Epic Games unveils Launcher V2 in re-attempt to topple Steam, says redesigned storefront is up to 6.5x faster — promises player profiles, user reviews, universal controller support, and much more

Epic Games has just shown off a new year-long roadmap for its launcher, promising to bring community-requested features and a faster overall platform in the next 12 months.

Bottom line from Tom's Hardware: this could change how developers build software.

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Think you're eating healthy? You may be missing this heart-protecting nutrient

Eating five servings of fruits and vegetables may not be enough if you're missing foods rich in flavanols, a group of compounds linked to better heart health. Researchers found that choices like blackberries, plums, apples, broad beans, cherries, and green tea can dramatically...

Why it matters: Think you're eating healthy? You may be missing... adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.

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How To Get That Ridiculous Crimson Desert Bomb Backpack

There are a lot of fun gadgets and items in Crimson Desert, but we've just found one of the more ridiculous ones. The Bleed Bandits' Alchemy Explosive Pack generates bombs when you take damage. Normally it is a durability-based item, however, you can also trigger it to generat...

Why it matters: How To Get That Ridiculous Crimson Desert Bomb... reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.

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Pokemon Pokopia Wish Upon a Jirachi Event And All Rewards

Another special event arrives to Pokopia this month, allowing you to meet a new Pokemon in the world and earn limited-time cosmetics. Pokopia's latest event is themed around the wish Pokemon known as Jirachi, and this guide will explain how to participate in the Wish Upon a Ji...

Why it matters: Pokemon Pokopia Wish Upon a Jirachi Event And... reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.

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New benchmark exposes how badly AI struggles with real knowledge work

Even the best AI model fails at realistic knowledge work, fully solving just 3 percent of tasks. The article New benchmark exposes how badly AI struggles with real knowledge work appeared first on The Decoder.

The big picture: New benchmark exposes how badly AI struggles with... — marks a new chapter in AI development.

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Joanna Stern spent one week with new Siri AI, and it’s very good

Joanna Stern, formerly of The Wall Street Journal, spent a week testing iOS 27’s new Siri in a variety of ways. Her new video offers a great overview of the strengths and shortcomings of Siri AI in the current beta.

Why it matters: Joanna Stern spent one week with new Siri... could change how developers build software.

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