Resident Evil 6 didn't go over very well with players when it was released in 2012, but director Zach Cregger and production designer Tom Hammock apparently saw something in the game worth revisiting while creating the upcoming Resident Evil reboot film.During a set visit atte...
GameSpot reports: The New Resident Evil Movie Takes A Page... — this could shake up the gaming landscape.
L.A. Mayor Karen Bass is the latest politician to back an unlimited state tax incentive for film and TV production, following a similar move by her rival, Councilwoman Nithya Raman, last week. Bass is facing a tough fight for reelection on June 2, and the dramatic downturn in ...
Bottom line from Variety: this reflects evolving audience tastes.
Matt Dinerstein, a veteran unit still photographer who worked on The Bear, TV’s Chicago shows and other films and TV series, died May 1 of cancer in Chicago. He was 69. He had battled brain cancer for 16 years, his brother, Oscar-winning Summer of Soul producer David Dinerstei...
The big picture: Matt Dinerstein Dies: Set Photographer For ‘The Bear’,... — could reshape the box office conversation.
How rude! Jodie Sweetin’s latest residual check from Full House sure isn’t buying her a San Francisco townhouse anytime soon. The actress recently revealed that she “got a one-cent check the other day” for residuals from her 1987-’95 run as Stephanie Tanner on the ABC sitcom, ...
The big picture: Jodie Sweetin Received One-Cent Residual Check For ‘Full... — reflects evolving audience tastes.
BTF and Blue Backpack are here with a launch trailer for Constance. Starting today, Nintendo Switch owners can grab the hand-drawn action adventure game. Everything you need to know can be found in the following overview: Constance is a 2D hand-drawn action adventure featuring...
The big picture: Constance launch trailer – hand-drawn action adventure game... — may set a new standard for the genre.
Throughout the month of May, all four 'Hunger Games' films are available at no cost — no subscription required.
Hollywood Reporter reports: Free Streaming Hack: Philo Now Offers a Rotating... — this signals where Hollywood is headed.
The president writes that hostilities "have terminated" because of the ceasefire, arguing he does not need congressional authorisation.
BBC World reports: Trump tells Congress ceasefire means he does not... — this could reshape the global order.
Millions of people watched the historic launch of Artemis II and were captivated by the mission's 10-day journey around the moon as NASA astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, and Christina Koch, and CSA (Canadian Space Agency) astronaut Jeremy Hansen ventured farther into sp...
Phys.org reports: NASA Laser Terminal enhances views during Artemis II... — this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
The title is the debut volume of CHOPPER's, a spinoff project centered on the character Chopper from Eiichiro Oda's ONE PIECE.
Billboard reports: ‘ONE PIECE CHOPPER’s Vol. 1’ Debuts at No.... — this taps into a cultural moment.
What travelers who are ticketed on Spirit Airlines need to know if the carrier shuts down.
CNBC reports: Spirit Airlines could shut down overnight. Here's what... — this may shift market dynamics.
The bilingual project demonstrates the singer and actress' artistic and personal evolution.
Billboard reports: Leslie Grace Releases Her First Album in Over... — this taps into a cultural moment.
Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle for May 2 No. 585.
CNET reports: Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers... — this is one to watch for the industry.
Microsoft has confirmed that Windows 11 is getting a new modern Run dialog with dark mode support and faster performance in a new preview build. [...]
Bottom line from BleepingComputer: this highlights growing cyber threats.
Bard College's long-time leader Leon Botstein has faced pressure since the DOJ released documents about his communications with Jeffrey Epstein.
Bottom line from CNBC: this signals changing business strategies.
The pop star is the latest artist to partner with FC Barcelona and Spotify for a new version of the Blaugrana jersey ahead of the iconic match against Real Madrid.
Billboard reports: Olivia Rodrigo Drops El Clásico Jersey Ahead of... — this shows where the music business is headed.
Look, it’s Friday. OpenAI updated Codex. It has Tamagotchi-style pets. You can make your own. Lil Finder Guy is hovering over my Dock. more…
The big picture: I think I just vibe coded Lil Finder... — could change how developers build software.
Instructure, the company behind the widely used Canvas learning platform, has disclosed that it recently suffered a cybersecurity incident and is now investigating its impact. [...]
Why it matters: Edu tech firm Instructure discloses cyber incident, probes... exposes vulnerabilities that affect millions.
Talks with bondholders for a government bailout this week failed to yield a deal.
The big picture: Spirit Airlines prepares to shut down after failing... — hints at where the money is moving.
Also up north this week: TALK signs with Big Loud Rock and the Canadian Musical Reproduction Rights Agency reveals its 2025 royalty distribution total.
Billboard reports: In Canada: The Tragically Hip, Feist & More... — this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
Apple has accused the Competition Commission of India (CCI) of overstepping its judicial authority in a new court filing tied to an ongoing antitrust case in the country. Here are the details. more…
Why it matters: Apple escalates fight with India antitrust watchdog over... reshapes the tech landscape.
NBC has made its first cancellation decisions for the 2026-27 season, opting not to renew sophomore medical drama Brilliant Minds, starring Zachary Quinto, and freshman cheerleading comedy Stumble, headlined by Jenn Lyon. That leaves two returning scripted series on the bubble...
Bottom line from Deadline: this is generating industry buzz.
The court decision curbs access to the drug used in medication abortions, which is currently the most common method for the procedure in the US.
Bottom line from BBC World: this affects international relations.
"I never had any contact with this guy," Celeste's dad, Jesus Rivas, says in a new statement provided by the family's lawyer, Patrick Steinfeld
Rolling Stone reports: Celeste Rivas Family in ‘Indescribable Pain’ as They... — this shows where the music business is headed.
Adult Lego fans have no shortage of ways to indulge in nostalgia in recent years. Besides making plenty of game-themed sets based on Super Mario, Sonic the Hedgehog, and Minecraft, Lego has also seen fit to give nostalgic Gen-Xers and Millenials (and retro-interested young fol...
Bottom line from GameSpot: this may set a new standard for the genre.
With a curated gifting experience and growing list of retail partners, the delivery platform is now offering far more than just food.
The big picture: DoorDash Doubles as Online Gifting Destination With Dedicated... — signals where Hollywood is headed.
Five new state attorneys general – some of them Republican – have joined an antitrust lawsuit seeking to block the $6.2 billion merger of local TV station owners Nexstar and Tegna. The transaction, which technically closed March 19 after the FCC and the U.S. Department of Just...
Deadline reports: More State Attorneys General, Including Some Republicans, Join... — this could reshape the box office conversation.
In this tutorial, we explore how we can decode linguistic features directly from brain signals using a modern neuroAI pipeline. We work with MEG data and build an end-to-end system that transforms raw neural activity into meaningful predictions, in this case, estimating word l...
MarkTechPost reports: A Coding Implementation of End-to-End Brain Decoding from... — this marks a new chapter in AI development.
EXCLUSIVE: Liongate’s Michael is crossing $300M today around the globe which will unseat Warner Bros’ 8x Oscar nominated Elvis ($288.6M) as the No. 2 musical biopic ever, just behind Bohemian Rhapsody ($911M), which was also produced by Michael producer Graham King. After open...
Bottom line from Deadline: this is generating industry buzz.
At TechCrunch's sold-out StrictlyVC event in San Francisco on Thursday night, we covered a lot of ground in a short time, beginning with the question everyone in the industry is asking right now: in a world where rival Cursor is reportedly in talks to be acquired by SpaceX for...
Bottom line from TechCrunch: this could change how developers build software.
EXCLUSIVE: CBS’ fall 2026 schedule is status quo on Fridays. As the network’s Entertainment President Amy Reisenbach said at the schedule reveal earlier this month, “The CBS Friday night entertainment lineup has been No. 1 for an incredible 16 straight seasons, so we’re sticki...
Bottom line from Deadline: this reflects evolving audience tastes.
Changes to Canadian citizenship rules have led to thousands of new applications - many coming from the US.
The big picture: Thousands of 'lost Canadians' have applied for dual... — could reshape the global order.
There's no need to lose your streak - here's the 'Wordle' answer for today The post Today’s Wordle answer and hints for #1778 on May 02 appeared first on NME.
The big picture: Today’s Wordle answer and hints for #1778 on... — is making waves across platforms.
In a bit of a random move from Nintendo, Super Mario Galaxy 2 received an update on Switch and Switch 2 this week that added an all-new epilogue chapter to the storybook. Many were afraid that it would tie into The Super Mario Galaxy Movie and its new story additions, but that...
Bottom line from Nintendo Everything: this is generating hype in the community.
Here are hints, groups and answers for 'Connections' #1056 The post ‘Connections’ answers and hints for today, May 02 appeared first on NME.
NME reports: ‘Connections’ answers and hints for today, May 02 — this taps into a cultural moment.
You’ve been framed The post Framed answer today – here’s the solution for May 02 appeared first on NME.
Why it matters: Framed answer today – here’s the solution for... reflects the changing sound of the industry.
And it brought out a who's who of horror players, among them 'Final Destination: Bloodlines' filmmakers (and 'Gremlins 3' writers) Adam B. Stein and Zach Lipovsky, Drew Hancock ('Companion'), Rob Savage ('The Boogeyman'), Brian Duffield ('Whalefall'), and Akela Cooper ('M3GAN').
Why it matters: Secret Screening of ‘Gremlins’ Reveals Assembly Cut of... is generating industry buzz.
If Greta Gerwig’s “Narnia” is a critical and commercial success upon its IMAX release, all recent history indicates Oscar nominations are bound to follow, regardless of what month the film comes out.
The big picture: Greta Gerwig’s ‘Narnia’ Is Aiming for More Than... — reflects evolving audience tastes.
Merz said the U.S. was being “humiliated” by the Iranian leadership and criticized Washington’s lack of strategy in the war.
Why it matters: U.S. to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany as... reflects a broader economic trend.
Streep returns to one of her most complicated characters in The Devil Wears Prada 2, now in theaters. Meryl Streep Says Movies Have Gotten Boring Because They’ve Been “Marvel-ize”d Liz Shannon Miller
Bottom line from Consequence of Sound: this taps into a cultural moment.
Gavin Newsom is preparing to step up to the political heavyweight league with an almost certain 2028 White House campaign, and to make a bigger name for himself the California Governor is aiming to sock “little guy” Joe Rogan right in the kisser. Mere hours before going on HBO...
Bottom line from Deadline: this signals where Hollywood is headed.
As WhatsApp continues its glacially-paced rollout of the Liquid Glass look to the main Chats screen, Meta is also working to add the revamped look to the in-chat interface. Here are the details. more…
Why it matters: WhatsApp working to bring Liquid Glass to the... is one to watch for the industry.
You might use a VPN yourself, but have you considered giving one to your AI agent? It might be more important than you think.
CNET reports: Does Your AI Agent Need a VPN? The... — this may redefine how we interact with devices.
As Meryl Streep revisits Miranda Priestley 20 years later in The Devil Wears Prada 2, she brought a friend along for the ride. Following news of Lady Gaga’s cameo in the sequel, which is now playing in theaters, the 3x Oscar winner revealed that she was responsible for the May...
Deadline reports: Meryl Streep Takes Credit For Lady Gaga’s ‘Devil... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
The DTC skin, hair, and menopause care brand will use the non-dilutive capital to super-charge customer acquisition.
Bottom line from TechCrunch: this could change how developers build software.
Livestream the pay-per-view cruiserweight title bout live from Las Vegas on Saturday, May 2.
The big picture: David Benavidez vs. Zurdo Ramirez Livestream: How to... — is making waves across platforms.
GameStop, led by e-commerce entrepreneur Ryan Cohen, has been building a position in the online auctioneer and plans to make an offer for the business this month.
Bottom line from Fortune: this could affect investors and consumers alike.
Some of India's biggest producers are eyeing investments in micro-dramas, which are now hugely popular.
The big picture: Love, lies, angry ghosts: Indians are bingeing on... — reflects broader geopolitical shifts.
The decision to reduce the US deployment to Germany comes amid a row between the two allies over Iran.
BBC World reports: US to cut troop levels in Germany by... — this reflects broader geopolitical shifts.
CNBC's Jim Cramer looks to the jam-packed earnings week ahead and explains what he's looking for.
Bottom line from CNBC: this could affect investors and consumers alike.
Nintendo recently announced a new pricing policy, which knocks $10 off the cost of digital versions of future first-party titles exclusive to the Nintendo Switch 2. Splatoon Raiders, for instance, is available for preorder ahead of its July 23rd release for $49.99 digitally or...
The big picture: Splatoon Raiders preorders for the Switch 2 are... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
Even before I began playing Magic The Gathering, I had heard of Jace Beleren. Though the mono-blue spellslinger hasn't taken center stage in any of the game's ongoing stories for a few years, his reputation and past actions loom over nearly every expansion and solidify him as ...
Bottom line from GameSpot: this could shake up the gaming landscape.
As adult riders report new age-verification checks, the self-driving car company says it’s continuing to “refine” its system in places where kids aren’t allowed to ride alone.
Wired reports: Waymo Is Trying to Crack Down on Solo... — this reshapes the tech landscape.
Meta Introduces Autodata: An Agentic Framework That Turns AI Models into Autonomous Data Scientists for High-Quality Training Data Creation The post Meta Introduces Autodata: An Agentic Framework That Turns AI Models into Autonomous Data Scientists for High-Quality Training Da...
Why it matters: Meta Introduces Autodata: An Agentic Framework That Turns... pushes the boundary of what machines can do.
Last Flag won't be shut down, but don't expect much support or new content as the team admits player count is low
The big picture: Online Shooter From Imagine Dragons’ Lead Singer Is... — reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
Overtuning can cause models to "prioritize user satisfaction over truthfulness.”
The big picture: Study: AI models that consider user's feeling are... — could change how developers build software.
The Mexican-American band's new EP features Fuerza Regida, Los Gemelos de Sinaloa, Chino Pacas, and Chuyin
Bottom line from Rolling Stone: this shows where the music business is headed.
Greg Abel made a point of stopping by every booth in the hall, greeting employees and shaking hands with shareholders.
Why it matters: Berkshire Hathaway’s shopping extravaganza draws lighter crowds as... reflects a broader economic trend.
Summer House has been in the spotlight lately following the scandal on the Hamptons-based show, and there are rumors the series could be expanding. The Bravo show has been spun off into Winter House for multiple seasons and took it to Martha’s Vineyard as well. There have been...
Why it matters: ‘Summer House’ EP Addresses Potential Ozarks Spinoff &... could reshape the box office conversation.
The collaboration between the pop-punk veterans is Yellowcard’s second No. 1 and Good Charlotte’s record-setting first.
Billboard reports: Yellowcard & Good Charlotte Top Alternative Airplay Chart... — this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
The former NBC talent assistant revisits allegations against the star anchor and "superstar harasser” culture she says enabled him.
Hollywood Reporter reports: “We Have to Do Better”: Matt Lauer’s Rape... — this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Meta bought humanoid startup Assured Robot Intelligence to beef up its AI models for robots, the company said.
Why it matters: Meta buys robotics startup to bolster its humanoid... is one to watch for the industry.
May 4 is just around the corner, which is as good an excuse as any to celebrate being a Star Wars fan by buying all the new things (unless you're saving your pennies for that Jedi Master badge for Celebration, that is). If fandom-themed bags are your jam, you might be interest...
Why it matters: Loungefly's New Star Wars Bags Feature Grogu, Leia,... reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
"Pure stupidity" is how Hill recently described his comedy feature that also stars Kristen Wiig, Nathan Lane and Bette Midler.
The big picture: Jonah Hill’s ‘Cut Off’ Loses July Release Date... — reflects evolving audience tastes.
Moroney’s “Beautiful Things” hits the top 10 and Langley & Wallen’s new duet debuts.
The big picture: Megan Moroney, Ella Langley & Morgan Wallen Highlight... — reflects the changing sound of the industry.
Great new picks from Citizen, Chanel Beads, Isaiah Rashad & SZA, and more. Staff Picks: Best Songs of the Week April 25th – May 1st Consequence Staff
Bottom line from Consequence of Sound: this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
Anne Hathaway and Emily Blunt have spoken about another sequel The post Will there be a ‘Devil Wears Prada 3’? appeared first on NME.
NME reports: Will there be a ‘Devil Wears Prada 3’? — this could define this era of music.
Microsoft is testing its much-needed refresh for the Windows 11 Run menu, offering a modern interface that the company says is faster and comes with support for dark mode. The redesign is rolling out now to Windows 11 Insiders in the new Experimental Channel. In a blog post ex...
The big picture: Microsoft tests redesigned Windows 11 Run menu with... — is one to watch for the industry.
Op-ed: Valve has made a dent in Windows' gaming share, but can it keep going?
The big picture: The RAMpocalypse has bought Microsoft valuable time in... — is one to watch for the industry.
Having wrapped up his run on “Andor,” Diego Luna is moving from one part of the Disney empire to another. The “Star Wars” actor will appear in the the studio’s live action adaptation of “Tangled” alongside Teagan Croft (“Titans”), Milo Manheim (“Zombies”) and Kathryn Hahn (“Th...
Why it matters: ‘Tangled’: ‘Andor’ Star Diego Luna Joins Disney Live... is generating industry buzz.
They didn't get a parade, but they're certainly being paraded on the big networks.
Space.com reports: Artemis 2 astronauts get the star treatment after... — this opens new research frontiers.
Is Prime Video rebooting The Apprentice? Amazon’s Head of Unscripted and Documentary Television Jenn Levy remained quite coy while answering this question at Deadline’s Reality TV Summit on Friday, opting only to confirm that the series “is not in active development” at the mo...
Deadline reports: ‘The Apprentice’ Reboot “Not In Active Development” At... — this signals where Hollywood is headed.
Meryl Streep is weighing in on the state of modern filmmaking, arguing that the dominance of superhero storytelling has led to less nuanced character work across the industry. As Miranda Priestly puts it in the “Devil Wears Prada” sequel, there’s a shortage of “visionaries” in...
The big picture: Meryl Streep Says ‘We Tend to Marvel-ize the... — could reshape the box office conversation.
A judge says Tony Brown cannot put out music from his new project God Aura until a $2 million lawsuit is decided.
Why it matters: Maverick City Music Co-Founder Barred from Releasing Competing... reflects the changing sound of the industry.
Apple's Mac Mini now starts at $799 after the company pulled the $599 option with 256GB of storage from its online store, as spotted earlier by MacRumors. The model's discontinuation comes just one day after Apple CEO Tim Cook said during an earnings call that a chip shortage ...
Bottom line from The Verge: this may redefine how we interact with devices.
As the 2026 F1 season lands in Miami for the first of three U.S. races for the year, Apple SVP of Services and Health Eddy Cue spoke to the press about the company’s growing involvement in the sport, including John Ternus’s passion for racing. Here are the details. more…
The big picture: Miami GP: Cue talks F1 movie sequel, streaming... — is one to watch for the industry.
The Supreme Court struck down Trump's "reciprocal" tariffs earlier this year, and Europe warned that its trade deal with Washington could be in jeopardy.
CNBC reports: Trump says he's raising EU auto tariffs to... — this reflects a broader economic trend.
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ChatGPT’s new privacy policy states how the company uses cookies for tracking, to turn free users into paying subscribers.
Bottom line from Wired: this may redefine how we interact with devices.
Will Taylor Frankie Paul’s season of The Bachelorette ever see the light of day? That is, of course, the question du jour after Season 22 of the long-running dating series was pulled just days before premiere following a video that depicted a 2023 domestic violence incident be...
Bottom line from Deadline: this is generating industry buzz.
Court papers do not explicitly accuse the suspect of shooting the officer, even as officials say it was not "friendly fire".
BBC World reports: Who shot a Secret Service officer at the... — this has global implications.
Made from the company's new Aerominium material, the 2026 models feature the latest Intel and AMD processors and weigh 3 pounds or less.
The big picture: LG's New Ultralight Gram Laptops Just Dropped, With... — signals a shift in how we use technology.
The mood in the air was cautiously optimistic as new and returning investors weighed the company's direction under a new chief executive.
Bottom line from CNBC: this hints at where the money is moving.
One of the phones, the Aurora Nex, has modular hardware that lets owners reconfigure it to their preferences.
CNET reports: Steve Wozniak Shows Off Dreame's Modular and Luxury... — this may redefine how we interact with devices.
After starring in multiple Star Wars projects, including Disney+ and Lucasfilm’s lauded recent series Andor, Diego Luna is expanding his relationship with Disney as one of the stars of the live-action Tangled movie, based on the studio’s Academy Award-nominated 2010 animated f...
Bottom line from Deadline: this reflects evolving audience tastes.
Writer and director Joseph Sperber’s political murder mystery film “Behind Closed Doors” has announced its cast as it begins production in Los Angeles. Elijah Reed (“Doom Patrol”), Nick Samson (“Poser”), Melissa Alce (“Matlock”), Christian Haines (“Law & Order”) and Charrell M...
Bottom line from Variety: this signals where Hollywood is headed.
With a name like that, it was bound to happen at some point.
PC Gamer reports: Blizzard decides 'Limitless Rage' barbarian items should actually... — this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
The Bank of England's latest report reveals some interesting details on how our finances will be affected due to the Iran war.
The big picture: Mortgages, jobs and energy bills - how the... — may shift market dynamics.
The summer movie season kicks off in theaters this month with major Hollywood studio fare such as “The Devil Wears Prada 2” and “The Mandalorian and Grogu,” but it’s also kicking off on streaming as some of the buzziest movies of 2026 start arriving on SVOD platforms. Emerald ...
The big picture: 22 Best New Movies to Streaming in May:... — may set a new benchmark for the genre.
The US military has agreed eight new contracts with big tech firms as it expands its artificial intelligence capabilities.
The big picture: Pentagon says US military to be an 'AI-first'... — could change how developers build software.
Trump said there "is tremendous discord" among Iran's leaders, which has complicated efforts to end the war that the United States began in late February.
CNBC reports: Trump tells Congress hostilities in Iran 'have terminated'... — this hints at where the money is moving.
The spy project comes with big-name producers, among them Shawn Levy's 21 Laps and Ryan Reynolds' Maximum Effort.
Why it matters: Kevin Hart, McG Team for High-Concept Action Comedy... signals where Hollywood is headed.
Doctors suspect three factors, each unremarkable on its own, contributed to his fate.
Why it matters: Man dies covered in necrotic lesions after amoebas... may redefine how we interact with devices.
You almost never see a first-party Nintendo game on sale before release, but that’s exactly what’s happened with a couple of upcoming Switch 2 titles as Splatoon Raiders and Yoshi and the Mysterious Book have been discounted. Both games are currently $10 off. Splatoon Raiders ...
Why it matters: You can now save $10 on physical Splatoon... could shake up the gaming landscape.
PETA has debuted a new “The Devil Wears Prada”-inspired ad calling for a ban on all animal skins in fashion. The spot, which will run for two weeks before showings of “The Devil Wears Prada 2” in 100 theaters throughout the U.S., features a playful nod to the first “Prada.” As...
Bottom line from Variety: this signals where Hollywood is headed.
Magic: The Gathering maker Wizards of the Coast unveiled multiple new card sets during its first day of MagicCon 2026 in Las Vegas Friday, including collaborations with Marvel and J.R.R. Tolkien’s “The Hobbit.” The Magic: The Gathering-Marvel Super Heroes set (the latest addit...
Variety reports: Magic: The Gathering Unveils First Look at New... — this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
The Lord of the Rings will always hold a place of honor in Magic: The Gathering. At a time when Universes Beyond crossover cards were confined to limited Secret Lair drops like The Walking Dead, or preconstructed Commander decks like Warhammer 40K, The Lord of the Rings introd...
GameSpot reports: With The Hobbit, Magic: The Gathering Hopes Lightning... — this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
Ask any Magic: The Gathering player what the most disappointing set of the past 12-18 months has been, and the Spider-Man set from September 2025 will often be the first or second choice. A mishmash of popular and obscure characters (Spider-UK? Huh?), inconsistent mechanics, a...
GameSpot reports: Magic: The Gathering's Marvel Super Heroes Expansion Has... — this could shake up the gaming landscape.
Exxon and Chevron are maintaining a wait-and-see approach to Venezuela, but they're taking diverging paths in the booming Permian Basin.
Fortune reports: Exxon Mobil CEO sees ‘more to come’ on... — this hints at where the money is moving.
Star Wars is composed of dozens of different stories, many of which have been told outside of the mainline movies. One of the most prominent sources since the franchise's creation has been video games, with studios reimagining Star Wars' existing stories and characters or crea...
Why it matters: The Best Star Wars Games Of All Time signals what players want next.
Including songs by Charli XCX and INXS The post Every song on Netflix’s ‘Man On Fire’ soundtrack appeared first on NME.
NME reports: Every song on Netflix’s ‘Man On Fire’ soundtrack — this is making waves across platforms.
In this tutorial, we walk through a complete, hands-on journey of post-training large language models using the powerful TRL (Transformer Reinforcement Learning) library ecosystem. We start from a lightweight base model and progressively apply four key techniques: Supervised F...
MarkTechPost reports: A Coding Guide on LLM Post Training with... — this pushes the boundary of what machines can do.
Industria 2 is not off to a great start
The big picture: Dev Behind Creepy Shooter With A Brilliant Trailer... — could shake up the gaming landscape.
Broadnax’s longstanding murder case had become a cause célèbre in ongoing debates over the use of rap lyrics in court
Why it matters: James Broadnax Executed After Failed Petitions From Travis... shows where the music business is headed.
"Narnia: The Magician's Nephew" opens February 12, 2027 and will be on Netflix on April 2, 2027.
Why it matters: Greta Gerwig’s ‘Narnia’ Film at Netflix Moves Into... is generating industry buzz.
Apple gave Perplexity a shoutout during its Q2 2026 earnings call yesterday, and now the company is offering more details on why it is building its Mac-first Personal Computer platform. Here are the details. more…
Why it matters: Following Apple shoutout, Perplexity elaborates on Mac-native ‘Personal... is one to watch for the industry.
North Korean threat actors are pulling off historic cryptocurrency heists on a yearly, sometimes weekly basis now. AI might be helping them.
The big picture: 76% of All Crypto Stolen in 2026 Is... — should prompt a review of your own security.
Actors can now be nominated multiple times in the same category, per an update from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. Oscars Change Rules to Keep AI Out of the Acting and Writing Categories Liz Shannon Miller
The big picture: Oscars Change Rules to Keep AI Out of... — is making waves across platforms.
If you're a T-Mobile customer on an Experience Beyond or Go5G Next plan, Hulu and Netflix (both with ads) are now included with your service.
The big picture: T-Mobile is giving 5G customers Hulu and Netflix... — reshapes the tech landscape.
The exploit, dubbed CopyFail and tracked as CVE-2026-31431, allows hackers to take over PCs and data center servers. The Linux vulnerabilities have been patched—but many machines remain at risk.
Why it matters: Dangerous New Linux Exploit Gives Attackers Root Access... is one to watch for the industry.
Tim Cook’s Apple may have passed on buying Tesla, but the company sure has an interesting list of smaller companies it bought during the outgoing CEO’s tenure. Let’s stroll down Mergers and Acquisitions memory lane and revisit some of the top company takeovers during Tim Co...
Why it matters: Tim Cook’s top Apple acquisitions mix hardware, software,... reshapes the tech landscape.
Welcome to episode 98 of Pixelated, a podcast by 9to5Google. This week, Abner, Damien, and Will all sorts of recent exclusive reporting. From Google’s upcoming app icon redesigns for Workspace — and, if Pixel is any indication, far beyond — to the upcoming Fitbit Air fitness b...
The big picture: Pixelated 098: An iconic glow-up — reshapes the tech landscape.
Build American AI, a nonprofit linked to a super PAC bankrolled by executives at OpenAI and Andreessen Horowitz, is funding a campaign to spread pro-AI messaging and stoke fears about China.
The big picture: A Dark-Money Campaign Is Paying Influencers to Frame... — could change how developers build software.
The streamer will release the adaptation of the C.S. Lewis classic 'The Magician's Nephew' in Imax and in theaters globally.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this could reshape the box office conversation.
The cover sees the band transform the pop classic into their atmospheric, textural style as part of the ongoing Musora series. Prog Band The Dear Hunter Cover Hall & Oates’ “Maneater” on the Spot: Watch Langdon Hickman
The big picture: Prog Band The Dear Hunter Cover Hall &... — is making waves across platforms.
On its quarterly earnings call, Apple said revenue growth in the current quarter would be between 14% and 17%, well above analysts' estimates.
The big picture: Apple's stock gains as company execs cite iPhone,... — may shift market dynamics.
Only roles "demonstrably performed by humans with their consent" will be eligible for awards.
The big picture: The Oscars bans generative AI in acting and... — reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
When IO Interactive and Sony announced a 007 First Light PS5 controller inspired by the game, people quickly pointed out that the controller's design looked like it was meant to evoke James Bond's trademark barrel logo. Except it didn't really, and it turns out that was by des...
Bottom line from GameSpot: this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
Roblox is facing over 140 federal lawsuits accusing it of failing to prevent child exploitation, and last month settled with Alabama and West Virginia.
CNBC reports: Roblox shares plummet 18% as child safety measures... — this reflects a broader economic trend.
And you can listen to part of the soundtrack now, too!
Why it matters: Celeste Co-Creator Is Making A Gorgeous New Game... may set a new standard for the genre.
United's newest addition to its in-flight library features shows like The Traitors, but not everything on NBC's streaming service.
Bottom line from CNET: this could change how developers build software.
SPOILER WARNING: This story discusses plot details for “The Devil Wears Prada 2,” in theaters now. Last fall, Lady Gaga’s fans worked themselves into a frenzy when they spotted her in Milan amid her sold-out Mayhem World Tour. Her presence was conspicuous since she was in betw...
Bottom line from Variety: this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Drone-mounted radar flown over glaciers on Earth show how the technology can map buried ice in detail, helping future Mars spacecraft choose exactly where to drill.
The big picture: Drone radar could help spacecraft pinpoint where to... — adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
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