Trump, seated next to first lady Melania Trump, was quickly surrounded by Secret Service members, while many attendees ducked under their tables.
Why it matters: Trump to hold press conference after shooting at... hints at where the money is moving.
UPDATE: The 2026 White House Correspondents Dinner has been canceled after a shooting tonight. Despite posting earlier that he wanted the event to “go on,” Donald Trump has consented to the wishes of the Secret Service and is exiting the Washington Hilton now. POTUS intends to...
Deadline reports: WHCD Canceled Tonight After Shooting, Trump To Speak... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
Some in the crowd reported hearing what they believed to be five to eight shots fired.
The big picture: Trump uninjured and other top officials evacuated after... — reflects a broader economic trend.
The attempted shooter had been apprehended and no injuries have been reported
Why it matters: Donald and Melania Trump Evacuated From White House... shows where the music business is headed.
The commander-in-chief confirmed that he and Melania Trump were safe following the evacuation, and that a suspect is in custody.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this is generating industry buzz.
Sony's headphones and earbuds are full of software features, but finding the tips that work for you can be daunting. These reminders can help.
The big picture: I've tested Sony headphones for years, and these... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
We have another simple question for you this week: How long have you been subscribed to Nintendo Switch Online? The service started in 2018, a little more than a year after the original Nintendo Switch launched. PlayStation and Xbox had long had their own subscriptions, and th...
Why it matters: [Let’s Talk] How long have you been subscribed... could shake up the gaming landscape.
The shooter is reportedly in custody. Trump Evacuated from White House Correspondents’ Dinner After Secret Service Engages with Shooter Scoop Harrison
Why it matters: Trump Evacuated from White House Correspondents’ Dinner After... shows where the music business is headed.
The White House Correspondents’ Association dinner was halted Saturday night as President Trump and first lady Melania Trump were evacuated by the Secret Service after gunshots were fired in the ballroom at the Washington Hilton. President Trump and first lady Melania Trump an...
Bottom line from Variety: this could reshape the box office conversation.
The Prime Video live-action series based on the 'Spider-Man Noir' comic has Cage as a 1930s-era web slinger.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Nicolas Cage’s Spider-Man Noir has stepped out of the shadows in a sneak peek at Sony Pictures Television’s Spider-Noir. On Saturday, MGM+ and Prime Video debuted the first trailer for Spider-Noir at CCXPMX26 in Mexico City, where stars Lamorne Morris, Li Jun Li, Jack Huston a...
Bottom line from Deadline: this is generating industry buzz.
The director of The Devil Wears Prada 2 admits that he did want to sprinkle a little Nate into the much-anticipated sequel. David Frankel told Entertainment Weekly that he considered “sneaking” Adrian Grenier in for a surprise cameo. Unfortunately for Nate fans, “it was just t...
The big picture: ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ Director Considered An... — may set a new benchmark for the genre.
(Updating …) Donald Trump and other dignitaries have been hustled out of the White House Correspondents Dinner after shots were apparently fired. As guests at the event leapt under tables under orders from the Secret Service, POTUS, along with the First Lady, the Vice Presiden...
Deadline reports: Shots Fired At White House Correspondents Dinner, Trump... — this is generating industry buzz.
The world can’t have enough Ted content, as far as Seth MacFarlane is concerned. The uber-producer revealed at Saturday’s Ted panel at Deadline Contenders TV that he has flirted with the idea of making a Ted movie for Peacock, in addition to wanting to make a third season of t...
Bottom line from Deadline: this signals where Hollywood is headed.
The filmmaker, who becomes the studio's youngest feature director, took to CCXP Mexico to tease his horror movie that hits theaters next month and stars Chiwetel Ejiofor and Renate Reinsve.
The big picture: ‘Backrooms’: How Kane Parsons Turned YouTube Project Into... — may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Why is it that nearly every fictional movie that is about music, or set in a musical milieu, has to feel as phony as a $2 resale ticket? Biopics like “Michael,” “Back to Black” and “Bohemian Rhapsody” are their own unbelievable animals. But I’m talking about the wave of promis...
Why it matters: With ‘Mother Mary’ as Hollywood’s Latest Implausible Pop... could reshape the box office conversation.
If there’s one thing for certain about the world of Prime Video’s Fallout, it’s that there is no shortage of complicated characters. “I think coming out of Season 1, we were so excited to see what would happen when Lucy, the most moral character in our show, and the Ghoul, the...
Bottom line from Deadline: this reflects evolving audience tastes.
The new Disney+ eight-part series Wonder Man, starring Yahya Abdul-Mateen II and Sir Ben Kingsley, all started as a joke. During a Deadline Contenders TV panel Executive Producer Destin Daniel Cretton got quite candid with how it all came to be. “The genesis of the idea actual...
Why it matters: ‘Wonder Man’ For Disney+ Began As A Joke... signals where Hollywood is headed.
The Bridgerton star has a funny run-in with the Foo Fighters frontman as Fallon encourages her to make the most of hosting live TV.
Bottom line from Billboard: this could define this era of music.
A statement from Mexico’s Ministry of Security said one U.S. agent entered Mexico as a visitor while the other entered with a diplomatic passport.
Fortune reports: CIA agents who died in a car crash... — this signals changing business strategies.
(Updated with White House video) In case anyone thought Donald Trump was going to be nice to the media before hitting his first White House Correspondents’ Dinner as POTUS tonight, well they’re going to lose big on that Polymarket prediction. Flying back to DC from Florida Sat...
Why it matters: Trump Rips “Failing” New York Times Just Hours... is generating industry buzz.
The 'Entourage' star previously said it was a "disappointment" not to return for the highly anticipated sequel starring Anne Hathaway, Meryl Streep, Stanley Tucci and Emily Blunt, which releases May 1.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this could reshape the box office conversation.
After dealing with hearing loss, I spoke with two audiologists to learn whether earbuds are safe for our ears or if they're harming our hearing health.
Why it matters: Warning Signs That Your Earbuds Are Actually Hurting... could change how developers build software.
Oscar- and Emmy-winning actor, writer and producer Riz Ahmed knew he had to lay it all out there for his Prime Video series Bait. “We’re all performing this public version of ourselves,” he said during Deadline’s Contenders TV panel. A revelation that was compounded when he wa...
Bottom line from Deadline: this is generating industry buzz.
BYD may be known for its affordable all-electric cars, but that doesn't mean it won't dabble in the occasional hypercar under one of its subsidiary brands. Through its Denza subbrand, BYD unveiled the Denza Z, a hypercar that can push out more than 1,000 horsepower with an all...
Why it matters: BYD's next all-electric hypercar is a convertible that's... signals a shift in how we use technology.
"And a sloppy peace is basically a bunch of half solutions on all the big issues."
Bottom line from Fortune: this could affect investors and consumers alike.
Financial bonuses are often used to motivate employees to meet targets and boost productivity. But do they actually work? New research from Tilburg University suggests these incentives can sometimes have the opposite effect. Employees who set their own goals often perform bett...
Phys.org reports: Bonuses can lower self-set goals and reduce performance,... — this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
When it came to finding the right tone for MGM+ and Prime Video’s Spider-Noir, executive producers Phil Lord and Chris Miller immediately signed on to star Nicolas Cage’s novel inspiration: 70% Humphrey Bogart and 30% Bugs Bunny. “One of the things that you don’t think about w...
The big picture: ‘Spider-Noir’s Lord & Miller Were Sold On Nicolas... — may set a new benchmark for the genre.
“Star Trek: Strange New Worlds” Season 4 officially has a premiere date at Paramount+. The fourth season of the sci-fi show will premiere on July 23, with new episodes dropping weekly thereafter through the finale in Sept. 24. A new teaser for the season has also been released...
Why it matters: ‘Star Trek: Strange New Worlds’ Sets Season 4... is generating industry buzz.
It’s official: Star Trek: Strange New Worlds will return for season 4 this July, and all signs point to an outing that will probably be a bit less…well, strange than last time around. The premiere date was announced as part of Paramount+’s presentation at this year’s CCXP Mexi...
Den of Geek reports: Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 4 Boldly... — this reflects shifting cultural trends.
Rebecca Romijn, Ethan Peck, Celia Rose Gooding and Paul Wesley took the stage at CCXP Mexico to tease the Paramount+ series' new adventures.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this is generating industry buzz.
After nearly 60 years of marriage, Pam wanted to honour her husband Bill with a hologram at his funeral.
The big picture: I brought my husband back for his funeral... — is one to watch for the industry.
The astrolabe - or astronomical computer - is possibly the largest in existence and has never been exhibited before.
Bottom line from BBC Science: this opens new research frontiers.
There's no need to lose your streak - here's the 'Wordle' answer for today The post Today’s Wordle answer and hints for #1772 on April 26 appeared first on NME.
NME reports: Today’s Wordle answer and hints for #1772 on... — this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
Here are hints, groups and answers for 'Connections' #1050 The post ‘Connections’ answers and hints for today, April 26 appeared first on NME.
Bottom line from NME: this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
Where in the world? The post Globle answer today – here’s the answer and hints for April 26 appeared first on NME.
NME reports: Globle answer today – here’s the answer and... — this could define this era of music.
Ania Magliano and Paddy Young, the hosts of Weekend Update on “SNL U.K.,” enlisted Jimmy Fallon in this week’s episode to roast Jeffrey Epstein, Benson Boone and Lily Allen, among others, “to boost our ratings,” they joked. After Magliano remarked, “It may seem like Britain an...
Why it matters: ‘SNL U.K.’ Weekend Update Enlists Jimmy Fallon to... could reshape the box office conversation.
You’ve been framed The post Framed answer today – here’s the solution for April 26 appeared first on NME.
NME reports: Framed answer today – here’s the solution for... — this shows where the music business is headed.
Glen Powell had to face his fears about the face of Hulu’s Chad Powers as co-creator, executive producer and star, even if that face typically is literally buried under layers of prosthetics. “I think it’s always good to go into work scared,” Powell, who recently completed fil...
Bottom line from Deadline: this could reshape the box office conversation.
Researchers from Brown University and their collaborators have developed a new way to measure the properties of cells—an important development, they say, because accurate measurements of changes in cell elasticity can be used to better understand diseases, diagnose patient sym...
The big picture: Microfluidic device tracks cell 'squishiness' faster and more... — opens new research frontiers.
The bromance is back! Scrubs’ stars J.D. Turk, and Elliot: Zack Braff, Donald Faison and Sarah Chalke, took the stage at Deadline’s Contender TV panel Saturday to laugh, reminisce and make one thing clear- they want Hulu to pick up a second season of the revival series as much...
The big picture: ‘Scrubs’ Star Sarah Chalke Has Strong Opinions On... — is generating industry buzz.
The new flagship voice model outperforms Gemini, GPT Realtime, and its own predecessor across retail, airline, and telecom workflows The post xAI Launches grok-voice-think-fast-1.0: Topping τ-voice Bench at 67.3%, Outperforming Gemini, GPT Realtime, and More appeared first on ...
The big picture: xAI Launches grok-voice-think-fast-1.0: Topping τ-voice Bench at 67.3%,... — highlights the rapid pace of AI adoption.
Got a mouse in your house? That thought alone may terrify you. Now imagine if mice were scampering through your house, rummaging in your pantry or even running across your face at night.
The big picture: Australian farmers are battling another potential mouse plague—what... — adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
“AI in our company is being used to get people to do things that they've always wanted to do but haven't been able to, and to make that experience as seamless and humanlike as possible."
Fortune reports: A Mark Cuban-backed AI startup is helping families... — this hints at where the money is moving.
Two months following the deadly shooting in Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, OpenAI's Sam Altman has formally apologized for not informing police of the alarming ChatGPT conversations seen with the suspect's account. Before the incident, OpenAI banned the account belonging to ...
Bottom line from Engadget: this reshapes the tech landscape.
During the Japanese premiere of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie this week, Shigeru Miyamoto revealed that there’s just one voice for Yoshi. That, of course, is Donald Glover. When it comes to just about every character in the movie, different actors are involved. For example, Chr...
Bottom line from Nintendo Everything: this signals what players want next.
There is a Titanfall-shaped hole in this world that could be filled by Respawn, yet won't be, for silly reasons like money. I hate money! It is a scourge we must do away with. Until that point, we could of course moan and lament the absence of a Titanfall 3. That sounds quite ...
The big picture: ShatterRush is obviously an indie take on Titanfall,... — reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
The film underwent 22 days of reshoots to reshape the third act due to a legal settlement the estate had overlooked preventing an accuser from being depicted onscreen.
Why it matters: ‘Michael’ Director, Producer Paid Millions More After Reshoots... could reshape the box office conversation.
The companies will be tasked with demonstrating a capability for space-based interceptors by 2028.
Fortune reports: SpaceX, Anduril among companies to win Golden Dome... — this signals changing business strategies.
In a recent experiment, Anthropic created a classified marketplace where AI agents represented both buyers and sellers, striking real deals for real goods and real money.
Bottom line from TechCrunch: this reshapes the tech landscape.
During her opening monologue on “Saturday Night Live U.K.,” host Nicola Coughlan got a little assistance from “SNL” legend Jimmy Fallon, who joined the “Bridgerton” star for a chaotic studio tour and an explicit rap about her new family film “The Magic Faraway Tree.” Coughlan ...
Why it matters: Jimmy Fallon Joins ‘SNL U.K.’ Host Nicola Coughlan... is generating industry buzz.
The Iran war wasn't the only focus. Corporate earnings and a split between hardware and software stocks caught our attention as well.
The big picture: 3 forces that drove another historic – yet... — reflects a broader economic trend.
The Kent singer/producer has called the song "care free, fun and more like me" The post Venbee returns with the Lewis Capaldi-approved ‘Not My Day’ appeared first on NME.
Bottom line from NME: this could define this era of music.
Iran had earlier said there were no plans for a direct meeting with a US delegation led by Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner.
BBC World reports: Trump cancels US envoys' trip to Pakistan for... — this has global implications.
Crimson Desert takes the throne as the best K-game (Kliff game) of all time.
PC Gamer reports: South Korean prime minister celebrates Crimson Desert: 'K-games... — this may set a new standard for the genre.
In this tutorial, we explore kvcached, a dynamic KV-cache implementation on top of vLLM, to understand how dynamic KV-cache allocation transforms GPU memory usage for large language models. We begin by setting up the environment and deploying lightweight Qwen2.5 models through...
The big picture: A Coding Implementation on kvcached for Elastic KV... — could accelerate the AI arms race.
In the novel "When There Are Wolves Again" by E.J. Swift, the Chernobyl disaster and its legacy is extrapolated to a near future where natural habitats are depleted and precarious.
Why it matters: Forty years on from the disaster, why there... could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
The planned F-35 purchases would be good news for Lockheed, with the total number of F-35s requested up to 85 jets from the 47 Congress approved for this year.
Fortune reports: U.S. Air Force, Navy plan to boost F-35... — this could affect investors and consumers alike.
The rapper has parted ways with the Dallas Mavericks player, whom she began dating in summer 2025.
Billboard reports: Megan Thee Stallion and Klay Thompson Split — this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
The adult-animated musical comedy series created by Vivienne Medrano stars Erika Henningsen, Stephanie Beatriz, Blake Roman and Amir Talai and Alex Brightman.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this could reshape the box office conversation.
The fifth episode of “Saturday Night Live U.K.” opened with a sketch mocking Keir Starmer’s choice of Peter Mandelson as British ambassador to the U.S. The sketch featured Al Nash as Jeremy Clarkson – a.k.a. “fake farmer and real asshole” – as the host of “Who Wants to Remain ...
Why it matters: ‘SNL U.K.’ Cold Open: ‘Fake Farmer and Real... reflects evolving audience tastes.
Witnesses report clashes in the centre and north, in what has been described as the largest jihadist attack in years.
The big picture: Explosions and gunfire as armed groups launch co-ordinated... — reflects broader geopolitical shifts.
Cody Johnson talks about his journey from small-town Texas to breaking attendance records at Houston Rodeo and making his main stage debut at Stagecoach 2026.
Why it matters: Cody Johnson Gets Real About His Stagecoach Main... could define this era of music.
A once-robust H.I.V. treatment and prevention system, credited with saving hundreds of thousands of lives, has begun to crumble.
Why it matters: AIDS Creeps Back in Parts of Zambia, a... advances our understanding of the world.
According to Fantasy 14 director and producer Naoki ‘Yoshi-P’ Yoshida, Square Enix has thought about making a single-player game set in the same world. Yoshida made the remarks during a press event. He was asked about the possibility of creating a different type of game that w...
Why it matters: Square Enix has thought about making a single-player... is generating hype in the community.
Scientists at EPFL have developed CenSpark, a fluorescent probe that makes centrioles and cilia visible inside living cells, helping researchers study cell division, development, and immunity like never before.
Why it matters: Fluorescent probe lights up centrioles and cilia in... adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
L.D. 307 would have imposed the country’s first statewide moratorium on new data centers — lasting, in this case, until November 1, 2027.
The big picture: Maine’s governor vetoes data center moratorium — is one to watch for the industry.
The original voice of Venom in Insomniac Games' Spider-Man series was the late Tony Todd
The big picture: Spider-Man: Miles Morales Actor Talks About That Missing... — reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
I do not know if FuRyu make games that one can easily jump to calling "good" but they are regularly putting out mid-budget (I assume) games that make me go "oh, there's certainly some sauce here." That's certainly how I felt about the Kingdom Heartsian Reynatis (I will defend ...
Why it matters: Crymelight is a Hades-esque roguelike that sends the... is generating hype in the community.
You might know the short-tailed shearwater and sable shearwater by the common name "muttonbirds." These two species of seabird breed on islands off southeastern Australia. Both undertake a breathtaking two-week, non-stop flight across the Pacific to the Bering Sea, more than 1...
The big picture: More shearwaters are washing up dead on Australian... — could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
A deal, which is still in the early stages, would bring together the largest satellite radio and traditional radio networks. SiriusXM and iHeartMedia Exploring Merger: Report Travis Bland
Consequence of Sound reports: SiriusXM and iHeartMedia Exploring Merger: Report — this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
“Wicked” star Marissa Bode posted a video on TikTok on Thursday claiming she was recently barred from a Southern Airways flight because of her wheelchair. “I was denied boarding a flight because I’m disabled,” Bode said. “I wish that were clickbait. I wish that were false, but...
The big picture: ‘Wicked’ Star Marissa Bode Says She Was ‘Denied... — may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Following the initial launch in two countries, Google Wallet for Android now supports three more passport IDs. more…
Bottom line from 9to5Google: this is one to watch for the industry.
This will mark the psych rock bands 28th studio album. King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard Tease New Techno Album Travis Bland
Consequence of Sound reports: King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard Tease New... — this is making waves across platforms.
Who you callin' Poindexter?
PC Gamer reports: A minor Fallout: New Vegas quest got its... — this may set a new standard for the genre.
"If you (the government) do not urgently adopt financial, economic and other measures, by autumn a repeat of what happened in 1917 awaits us."
Why it matters: Russia’s economy minister admits ‘reserves have largely been... signals changing business strategies.
The Samsung Messages app is being deactivated in July. Here's how to save all your messages.
CNET reports: Samsung Messages is Shutting Down: Here's How to... — this is one to watch for the industry.
Pokemon Champions producer Masaaki Hoshino has spoken about the game’s graphics as part of an interview. In recent years, there have been various discussions around the visuals of the series’ different titles. Pokemon Scarlet and Violet really jumpstarted things due to things ...
Why it matters: Pokemon Champions producer comments on the game’s graphics is generating hype in the community.
Cyndi Lauper didn’t hold back when a heckler interrupted her opening night in Las Vegas, firing back mid-show with an expletive-laced response that quickly drew cheers from the crowd. The moment unfolded Friday at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace, where Lauper launched “Cyndi L...
The big picture: Cyndi Lauper Claps Back at Heckler During Vegas... — signals where Hollywood is headed.
The King of Pop movie tracking toward $100 million domestically and $200 million worldwide despite the controversy around the film
The big picture: ‘Michael’ on Pace to Break Record for Highest-Grossing... — shows where the music business is headed.
The band's former bassist joined them for a version of 'Rated R' track 'Auto Pilot' in Joshua Tree, California The post Watch Queens Of The Stone Age play with Nick Oliveri for first time since 2014 appeared first on NME.
Why it matters: Watch Queens Of The Stone Age play with... taps into a cultural moment.
You don't need to spend upwards of $1,500 to build and RTX 5070 system anymore as Skytech has two great prebuilts ready for you. Whether you're rocking a stealthy black setup or a minimal white one, the Shadow 5 and Archangel 5 are both ready to level it up.
Tom's Hardware reports: Score an RTX 5070 prebuilt with a Ryzen... — this is one to watch for the industry.
Like other Google apps, Messages for Android A/B tests many features. It can take the RCS/SMS client a rather long time to actually launch new functionality in stable. From various reports, Google announcements, and devices we’ve checked, this is the current state of Messages....
Bottom line from 9to5Google: this could change how developers build software.
U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner had been expected to arrive in Islamabad on Saturday.
CNBC reports: Trump cancels U.S. envoy trip to Pakistan for... — this may shift market dynamics.
Venice has coexisted with the sea throughout its 1,500-year history, perhaps better than any other city on Earth. Yet over the past century it has flooded increasingly often, as the sea rises and the city itself sinks under its own weight.
Bottom line from Phys.org: this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
Welcome to Indie App Spotlight. This is a weekly 9to5Mac series where we showcase the latest apps in the indie app world. If you’re a developer and would like your app featured, get in contact. Mood tracking apps can be really important and useful, whether you want to be mo...
Why it matters: Indie App Spotlight: ‘InnerPulse’ is an in depth,... may redefine how we interact with devices.
The outgoing prime minister will not take up his seat after leading his party back into opposition.
The big picture: Orbán steps down from Hungarian parliament after landslide... — demands attention beyond borders.
Multiple sources are reporting that the Trump administration has dismissed the entire National Science Board (NSB). The NSB advises the president and Congress on the National Science Foundation (NSF), which has already been funding research at historically low levels and has s...
Why it matters: Trump fires the entire National Science Board may redefine how we interact with devices.
The Grammy-nominated pop star dazzled in her sold-out NYC show.
The big picture: Demi Lovato Delights in Madison Square Garden Headlining... — is making waves across platforms.
We all make mistakes sometimes, which is exactly what someone did today on the Steam page for Star Wars: Galactic Racer. Video games' own eye in the sky Wario64 shared word of said mistake, which is that the release date for the game was accidentally shared wholesale, alongsid...
Bottom line from Rock Paper Shotgun: this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
On a sweltering August afternoon or in the teeth of a winter storm, New York City subway riders make a quiet calculation: Is the trip worth it? A new study published in npj Sustainable Mobility and Transport takes a detailed look at how those decisions show up in ridership pat...
The big picture: When the rain comes, some NYC subway riders... — challenges existing scientific assumptions.
Peter Capaldi, who starred as the Twelfth Doctor in “Doctor Who” from 2013 to 2017, recently told The Times of London that he doesn’t understand why some people take the show “so seriously” when asked about the backlash to the castings of Jodie Whittaker and Ncuti Gatwa. Whitt...
Bottom line from Variety: this reflects evolving audience tastes.
A port of Final Fantasy XIV for Nintendo Switch 2 was announced just yesterday during a keynote at the Anaheim Fan Festival. Afterwards the director of the game Naoki Yoshida, also known as Yoshi-P, held a press conference mentioning the game’s performance on Nintendo Switch 2...
Nintendo Everything reports: Final Fantasy XIV on Nintendo Switch 2 has... — this is generating hype in the community.
The grassroots fund has been collected from voluntary ticket contributions from a range of big stadium and arena shows The post First 26 artists and 211 tour dates benefit from FAC’s £125k fund to get musicians back on the road appeared first on NME.
NME reports: First 26 artists and 211 tour dates benefit... — this shows where the music business is headed.
Catalysis—the reduction of activation energy in a chemical reaction by a catalyst—plays a key role in the chemical industry, as well as in the development of sustainable technologies essential for achieving a low-carbon economy. However, the search for high-performance and sus...
Phys.org reports: Catalysis App: Structured research data for developing sustainable... — this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
Even though The Doormaker is apparently the easiest Act 3 boss in Slay the Spire 2, Mega Crit still want to make sure the fight isn't "too abrasive against certain playstyles"
Why it matters: A Controversial Boss That Led To Slay The... signals what players want next.
Part of what has held back electric cars has been the cost. But an influx of used vehicles over the next three years could bring prices down dramatically. In 2025, just 123,000 leases on EVs expired. That is expected to more than double to 300,000 in 2026, and double again to ...
The big picture: An influx of used EVs could drive down... — could change how developers build software.
The costumes and landmarks of the iconic London Marathon are back on Sunday for the race’s 46th running. Here’s where to stream it from anywhere
The big picture: How to Watch the 2026 London Marathon Online... — is making waves across platforms.
Mammals and dinosaurs coexisted on Earth until a catastrophic event 66 million years ago killed 75% of life on the planet. Despite the devastation, some animals survived, including rodent-like mammals in the Cimolodon genus. These creatures are part of the multituberculates, a...
Why it matters: Before dinosaurs vanished, a hamster-sized mammal was already... adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
The verdict on “Michael” is in, and it is blunt. A 38% Rotten Tomatoes score has landed with a familiar critique: The film avoids the most controversial chapters of Michael Jackson’s life. But with a projected $85 million or more global opening, the film has secured its place ...
Why it matters: Do Biopics Have a Double Standard? How ‘Michael’... reflects evolving audience tastes.
Apple Vision Pro has been one of the most perplexing Apple product launches in recent history. It’s meant to serve as the beginning of an all new product category for Apple – and more importantly – the next generation of computing. And yet, it feels like a complete afterthough...
Bottom line from 9to5Mac: this may redefine how we interact with devices.
The two Americans who reportedly worked for the CIA died in a car crash after a Mexican-led operation to destroy a drug lab.
Bottom line from BBC World: this could reshape the global order.
More than 500 political prisoners are thought to still be in jail, despite the releases since the amnesty law was brought in.
The big picture: Rights groups critical as Venezuela prisoner release scheme... — reflects broader geopolitical shifts.
"I’m still not even sure why there was a real controversy," says the Oscar-winning filmmaker about the project involving four friends who seek justice after suffering abuse as teens at a boys home.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
The GSI Helmholtzzentrum für Schwerionenforschung and the international accelerator facility FAIR have made an important contribution to the success of the Artemis II moon mission. A camera specially developed for use in space was successfully tested in advance under realistic...
Phys.org reports: Contribution to Artemis II Moon mission sees successful... — this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
The Tottenham MC has not released a full-length record since 2019's 'Ignorance Is Bliss' The post Skepta releases new EP ‘Más Tiempo Vol. 2’, says he’s “adding the finishing touches” to “celebratory” new album ‘Fork And Knife’ appeared first on NME.
Bottom line from NME: this shows where the music business is headed.
In a letter to the residents of Tumbler Ridge, Canada, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said he is “deeply sorry” that his company failed to alert law enforcement about the suspect in a recent mass shooting.
Bottom line from TechCrunch: this signals a shift in how we use technology.
A hardware reviewer accidentally made their review video go live on YouTube before the embargo date, revealing the pricing for the Steam Controller.
Tom's Hardware reports: Steam Controller leaked review points to $99 MSRP... — this may redefine how we interact with devices.
President Trump withdrew from the Obama-era nuclear accord in 2018, saying it was the worst deal ever. But Iran responded with an enrichment spree that haunts the negotiations to this day.
NY Times Science reports: Trump Seeks to Abolish Iran’s Nuclear Stockpile, a... — this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
Microsoft says it's rolling out a revamped Windows Insider Program experience as part of the broader plans to address performance and reliability concerns affecting Windows 11. [...]
The big picture: Microsoft rolls out revamped Windows Insider Program — highlights growing cyber threats.
Ella Langley easily commanded the stage during her set on the Mane Stage at Stagecoach.
Why it matters: Ella Langley Goes Deep on ‘Dandelion,’ Welcomes Theo... shows where the music business is headed.
Welp, the game Assassin's Creed Hexe may have been a few months ago probably won't be the game it will be. Back in February, the still quite mysterious Hexe lost its creative director, Clint Hocking. Now it appears that the game has also lost its game director, Benoit Richer. ...
Rock Paper Shotgun reports: After losing its creative director, it looks like... — this is generating hype in the community.
Local elections have been held in the occupied West Bank and in one Gazan city, though Hamas and other groups are not taking part.
Bottom line from BBC World: this demands attention beyond borders.
Akatsuki Games, Aniplex, and Blast Edge Games announced a free content update for their title Hyke: Northern Lights. The A Witch’s Chill Time update will launch for Nintendo Switch on June 30, 2026. Here’s an overview from Aniplex, translated by Gematsu. Please keep in mind th...
Nintendo Everything reports: A Witch’s Chill Time update announced for Hyke:... — this may set a new standard for the genre.
For some time, researchers have assumed that solid materials could gain more useful properties by making their microscopic components more active. Now, a team led by Jack Binysh at the University of Amsterdam has found that this idea doesn't always hold.
Phys.org reports: More activity means less response in active materials — this opens new research frontiers.
The organization behind the San Francisco International Film Festival is awarding prizes totaling $115,000 to science-leaning films.
Why it matters: ‘Silent Friend’ Director Ildikó Enyedi Leads Sloan Science... could reshape the box office conversation.
President Trump is expected to be in attendance tonight after boycotting the WHCD during his first administration and last year
Rolling Stone reports: Where to Watch the 2026 White House Correspondents... — this could define this era of music.
GPT-5.5 pushes OpenAI back to the top of the AI benchmarks. The price went up, but it still looks like the best bang for your buck among proprietary models. The article GPT-5.5 tops benchmarks but still hallucinates frequently and costs 20 percent more over the API appeared fi...
Why it matters: GPT-5.5 tops benchmarks but still hallucinates frequently and... highlights the rapid pace of AI adoption.
"You’re producing films and TV for hundreds of millions of dollars, and losing eyeballs every day to things that are free," the <i>Alien: Earth</i> creator noted.
Why it matters: Noah Hawley says Hollywood's true enemy is YouTube is generating buzz across social media.
'The Boys' is also set to wrap next month at the conclusion of its fifth season The post ‘The Boys’ spinoff series ‘Gen V’ cancelled after two seasons appeared first on NME.
Bottom line from NME: this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
Nuclear startup X-energy went public, geothermal startup Fervo is about to. Could this be the moment that climate tech investors have been waiting for?
The big picture: The climate tech IPO window could finally be... — is one to watch for the industry.
Estimates keep getting revised upwards for Lionsgate's record-smashing biopic as moviegoers bestow the film with near-perfect exit scores, sending far-from-thrilled critics packing.
The big picture: Box Office Stunner: ‘Michael’ Rocketing to Other-Worldly $95M-$100M... — reflects evolving audience tastes.
Thousands of games are currently available on Nintendo Switch, and there are a ton of demos out there for many of them. Not just Nintendo, but also third-parties are offering demos. We’ve now put together a comprehensive list of what’s out there. Since our reader base is Engli...
Nintendo Everything reports: List of all Nintendo Switch demos — this is generating hype in the community.
At some highly selective colleges and universities, cohorts of mostly white, wealthy applicants have three to eight times greater odds of admission than other similarly qualified applicants. These beneficiaries are legacy applicants, those who receive an admissions bonus for h...
Why it matters: Legacy preference bans may not increase college diversity,... adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
Beneath East Africa’s Turkana Rift, scientists have found the crust is thinning to a critical point, suggesting the continent is gradually breaking apart. This “necking” process marks an advanced stage of rifting that could eventually lead to a new ocean forming millions of ye...
ScienceDaily reports: Scientists just discovered Africa is closer to breaking... — this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
Backstage at Madison Square Garden, the star also shared their favorite "pop girlies" with Billboard.
Bottom line from Billboard: this is making waves across platforms.
James Murphy and co. will play 15 shows across the continent in August and September The post LCD Soundsystem announce North American tour for summer 2026 appeared first on NME.
Why it matters: LCD Soundsystem announce North American tour for summer... is making waves across platforms.
Noah Hawley explains why he's not using Far Cry's video game storylines
Kotaku reports: Far Cry Showrunner Sounds Like He Doesn’t Understand... — this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
Scientists have mapped in unprecedented detail the structure of Vibrio bacteria, which can cause life-threatening infections linked to antibiotic resistance. The King's College London team behind the study, published in Nature Communications, say the finding could provide new ...
The big picture: This life‑threatening bacterium's hidden motor just gave medicine... — opens new research frontiers.
The name of Final Fantasy XIV's next expansion has officially been revealed. Announced during the Final Fantasy XIV North American Fan Festival's opening showcase, the next chapter in the game's Godless Realms Saga is titled Evercold, and will follow the player's Warrior of Li...
Why it matters: Final Fantasy XIV's Biggest Expansions Almost Had Very... reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
Final Fantasy XIV's North American Fan Festival is currently underway in Anaheim, California, and with it has come some huge announcements about the MMORPG's future. During the festival's two-hour-long opening showcase, game director Naoki Yoshida (referred to as Yoshi-P by th...
Why it matters: A Single-Player Final Fantasy 14 Could Happen If... reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
Canadian AI startup Cohere is taking over Germany-based Aleph Alpha with support from Lidl’s owner, Schwarz Group. With the blessing of their governments, the companies intend to offer a sovereign alternative to enterprises in an AI landscape dominated by American players.
Bottom line from TechCrunch: this could change how developers build software.
Now that Artemis II is all wrapped up, NASA has begun its post-game performance analyses of all the systems that worked together to get four astronauts safely to the moon and back earlier this month. In addition to taking humans farther than ever before, Artemis II served as a...
Bottom line from Engadget: this could change how developers build software.
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