The upcoming film is co-produced by the band & is inspired by its tour life adventures.
The big picture: Green Day-Inspired Comedy ‘NIMRODS’ to Hit Movie Theaters... — reflects the changing sound of the industry.
The U.S. chipmaker executive was not included in earlier lists of business leaders participating in President Donald Trump's trip to China this week.
Why it matters: Nvidia says CEO Jensen Huang is joining Trump's... hints at where the money is moving.
Scientists at UBC Okanagan have uncovered how plants produce mitraphylline, a rare natural compound with promising anti cancer potential. The team identified two enzymes that work together to build the molecule’s unusual twisted structure, solving a mystery that had puzzled re...
Bottom line from ScienceDaily: this advances our understanding of the world.
The reunited band, with Larry Mullen Jr. back on drums, shot the video on top of a school bus in Mexico City, and the song will appear on a currently-untitled LP later this year
Rolling Stone reports: Watch U2 Film a Video For Upcoming Single... — this shows where the music business is headed.
Michael Che is roasting the “Roast of Kevin Hart.” The comedian and “Saturday Night Live” star was originally slated to perform at the live Netflix event on Sunday, two sources involved in the production tell Variety, but he ended up pulling out due to scheduling difficulties ...
The big picture: Michael Che Pulled Out of Kevin Hart Roast... — may set a new benchmark for the genre.
WIRED reports that Foxconn acknowledged that some of its North American factories “suffered a cyberattack” in recent days, after the ransomware group Nitrogen claimed to have stolen 8TB of data from the company. Here are the details. more…
Bottom line from 9to5Mac: this is one to watch for the industry.
Scientists at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County, have uncovered a crucial trick used by enteroviruses—the group behind diseases like polio, myocarditis, encephalitis, and even the common cold—to reproduce inside human cells. The team captured, in unprecedented detai...
Bottom line from ScienceDaily: this opens new research frontiers.
The 'Landman' star also opens up about having a very restrictive diet due to his rare blood type.
The big picture: Why Billy Bob Thornton Doesn’t Discuss Politics: “I’m... — may set a new benchmark for the genre.
According to a new report, Samsung is set to bring its first pair of Android XR-powered glasses, “Galaxy Glasses,” and a new Galaxy Watch 9 to its July 22 event that will also launch the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and other foldables. more…
The big picture: Samsung reportedly bringing Galaxy Glasses, Galaxy Watch 9... — could change how developers build software.
Researchers found a new way to kill harmful “zombie” cells that linger after chemotherapy and help cancers become more aggressive. These senescent cells survive by relying on a protective protein called GPX4, even while sitting on the edge of a deadly iron-triggered collapse. ...
Why it matters: New drugs could wipe out the “zombie cells”... challenges existing scientific assumptions.
Iodine deficiency is often seen as a problem of the past, but this isn't entirely true. During the 20th century, the iodization of salt became one of the most effective public health interventions for preventing conditions caused by a lack of this mineral, including goiter (en...
Phys.org reports: Iodine deficiency is creeping back. Vegans, vegetarians and... — this opens new research frontiers.
Google is going all-in on its new product line while assuring users Chromebooks aren't being phased out.
ZDNet reports: Chromebook vs. Googlebook: How I'm deciding which laptop... — this may redefine how we interact with devices.
Heading into the summit, Beijing and Washington will likely reaffirm their shared intention to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and restore stability in the region.
The big picture: For Chinese exporters, Iran worries eclipse tariff woes... — reflects a broader economic trend.
The successful applicant will use AI tools like Midjourney and Stable Diffusion for "asset creation," post-processing, and training AI models for use in game library creation.
PC Gamer reports: Lies of P studio is hiring an 'AI... — this signals what players want next.
If you're looking for a user-friendly Linux distribution, your destination could depend on your starting point. Here's how two of your best options compare.
Bottom line from ZDNet: this could change how developers build software.
Bloomberg reports that iOS 27 will bring a more flexible Camera app, a chatbot-style Siri and design changes across Safari, Weather and more.
The big picture: iOS 27 Could Give Your iPhone a Custom... — is one to watch for the industry.
Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle for May 13, No. 597.
The big picture: Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers... — could change how developers build software.
Years of catastrophic bets on F2P mega hits may finally be subsiding.
Why it matters: Sega has canceled its live service 'Super Game'... may set a new standard for the genre.
The Tenda BE5100 mesh Wi-Fi system is an accessibly priced, high-speed, easy-to-use package that kills wireless dead spots.
Why it matters: I switched to a Wi-Fi 7 mesh router... reshapes the tech landscape.
This article contains spoilers for The Punisher: One Last Kill. It takes less than five minutes for The Punisher: One Last Kill to kill a puppy. The second scene follows an unhoused veteran (John Douglas Thompson) sitting down to enjoy a meal with his dog. That’s when a group ...
Den of Geek reports: The Punisher: One Last Kill Review – Marvel... — this is generating buzz across social media.
The Widgets feature can be annoying but it's also able to provide useful news and info. Here's how I tweak it to be less intrusive and more helpful.
ZDNet reports: How I made my Windows 11 widgets truly... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
Review: Jon Bernthal is excellent as always as The Punisher, but this story doesn't give us much.
The big picture: 'The Punisher: One Last Kill' Is Short, Bloody... — could change how developers build software.
“Punisher: One Last Kill” is anything but. To put it plainly, Jon Bernthal’s anti-hero Punisher does a lot of killing in his Marvel Special Presentation. A whole lot. But layered into the over-the-top violence is a powerful character study of a PTSD-addled veteran who has lost...
The big picture: ‘Punisher: One Last Kill’ Is a Brutal Study... — may set a new benchmark for the genre.
The action pic marks Ratner's first narrative feature since being cast out of Hollywood almost a decade ago and follows the release of his documentary about First Lady Melania Trump.
Hollywood Reporter reports: ‘Rush Hour 4’: Director Brett Ratner Hitches a... — this is generating industry buzz.
The 91-storey luxury hotel on the Gold Coast in Queensland was meant to be Australia's tallest building.
Bottom line from BBC Business: this reflects a broader economic trend.
Ganymede, Jupiter's largest moon, is also the solar system's largest satellite, even larger than the planet Mercury. It is also the only celestial body aside from Earth (and the gas giants) to have an intrinsic magnetic field. As if this didn't make the icy body interesting en...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
Gregg Araki’s “I Want Your Sex,” Hayley Kiyoko’s “Girls Like Girls” and Adrian Chiarella’s “Leviticus” are among the titles set to screen during the San Francisco International LGBTQ+ Film Festival (Frameline50), Frameline announced Tuesday. The festival will take place June 1...
Bottom line from Variety: this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
There is no governmental mechanism to pay for an AI agent that monitors a patient between visits, calls to check in, coordinates a housing referral, or makes sure someone picks up their medication. ACCESS creates that mechanism for the first time.
Why it matters: Medicare’s new payment model is built for AI,... may redefine how we interact with devices.
This is the first time the famed fragrance brand has partnered with the Star Wars franchise to launch a line of soaps, candles, and sanitizers
Rolling Stone reports: From Bounty Hunting to Body Care: ‘The Mandalorian... — this could define this era of music.
Musk’s lawyers questioned Altman over allegations of deception and his network of financial investments, but the OpenAI CEO painted a picture of Musk as obsessed with controlling the company.
Bottom line from Wired: this reshapes the tech landscape.
While the 86-show tour sold out near-instantly, here's where fans can still secure seats — and at a discount — with THR-exclusive promo codes.
Why it matters: How to Get Tickets to Olivia Rodrigo’s Sold-Out... reflects evolving audience tastes.
Noa and Niko are AI pets that react to gestures and voice commands while remembering everything they see.
CNET reports: SwitchBot's New AI Pets Respond to Your Behavior,... — this is one to watch for the industry.
The agency’s top food official will step in to the role after Dr. Makary privately said he opposed the administration decision to approve flavored vapes.
NY Times Science reports: Marty Makary, Trump’s F.D.A. Commissioner, Resigns After Weeks... — this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
Gravitational wave researchers working on the world's most sensitive scientific instruments have found a way to tune their detectors using a process akin to the pitch-correction used in music production.
The big picture: Gravitational wave detectors can now 'autotune' signals to... — opens new research frontiers.
The comedian looks to score a three-peat as host of the 99th Academy Awards
The big picture: Conan O’Brien to Bring His Irreverent Comedy to... — taps into a cultural moment.
That figure is significantly higher than the initial sum of $175bn (£129.25bn) that had been earmarked for the aerial defence project.
BBC World reports: Trump's 'Golden Dome' to cost $1.2 tn, watchdog... — this has global implications.
Cate Blanchett has co-founded a new non-profit company, RSL Media, which helps provide a human consent framework for AI’s use of creative work, name, image and likeness. Advocates and supporters include Javier Bardem, George Clooney, Viola Davis, Tom Hanks, Dame Helen Mirren,...
Why it matters: Cate Blanchett Co-Founds RSL Media, a Non-Profit to... signals where Hollywood is headed.
Harbor porpoises were once found across a much wider area of the Baltic Sea than they are today, including regions where they are now rare or absent. This is shown in a new study that uses centuries-old Swedish newspapers to reconstruct past distribution patterns.
Bottom line from Phys.org: this opens new research frontiers.
Five countries are boycotting over Israel. Counter-drones have been deployed. An FBI task force is patrolling the neighborhood. And the "no bags" policy has Reddit in revolt. Our man in Vienna reports.
The big picture: Welcome to Eurovision. The World’s Silliest Song Contest... — reflects evolving audience tastes.
As blood stem cells age, their lysosomes become overactive and damaged, triggering inflammation and weakening the body’s ability to regenerate healthy blood and immune cells. By calming this cellular “overdrive,” researchers restored the stem cells’ youthful function, dramatic...
Why it matters: Scientists make old blood stem cells young again... advances our understanding of the world.
The legendary songwriter & frontwoman also talks to the Billboard Pop Shop Podcast about reuniting with her '90s band for a new album.
Billboard reports: Linda Perry Talks ‘Let It Die Here’ Documentary... — this could define this era of music.
After two weeks of hearing from assorted witnesses that he was a lying snake, the jury finally heard from the lying snake himself: Sam Altman. At the end of the testimony, his lawyer William Savitt asked him how it felt to be accused of stealing a charity. "We created, through...
Bottom line from The Verge: this is one to watch for the industry.
The largest-ever survey of physicists from around the world—released today—shows a distinct lack of consensus across many of physics's most important questions, from the nature of black holes and dark matter, to the still-incomplete unification of Einstein's theory of gravity ...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
With plastic pollution at an all-time high, the need for biodegradable materials has never been higher. Most packaging is "single use" and is made from sources, like natural gas, that take hundreds of years to decompose in the environment. This is greatly contributing to the p...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
Eleven-year-old Jane and the pop star first met two years ago, as part of a Jimmy Kimmel Live! bit. Olivia Rodrigo Sings With Jimmy Kimmel’s Daughter at the 2026 Disney Upfronts Liz Shannon Miller
Why it matters: Olivia Rodrigo Sings With Jimmy Kimmel’s Daughter at... reflects the changing sound of the industry.
The Magic Pointer on Googlebook was built with Google DeepMind. The research team behind this underlying capability shared more about the premise of AI-enabled pointers. more…
Bottom line from 9to5Google: this is one to watch for the industry.
Chief negotiator Duncan Crabtree-Ireland and president Sean Astin are pleased with the contract’s AI and pension provisions. But they also want more compensation gains: "Being thoughtful does not mean being weak."
Why it matters: SAG-AFTRA Leaders On What They Did — And... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Beneath the tropical trees of southern Mexico, enormous shoals of sulfur mollies blanket the water surface of toxic sulfur springs, where survival depends on collective defense against relentless attacks from predatory birds. The tiny fish survive attacks of birds through crea...
The big picture: The shoal remembers: How signs of a collective... — could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
The U.S. House Committee on Homeland Security is calling on Instructure executives to testify about two cyberattacks by the ShinyHunters extortion group that targeted the company's Canvas platform, allowing threat actors to steal student data and disrupt schools during final e...
Why it matters: US govt seeks Instructure testimony on massive Canvas... is a wake-up call for digital security.
Watch newly released UAP videos shared by the U.S. Department of War and ODNI as part of a broader records review effort.
Why it matters: Every UAP video released by the U.S. Department... is one to watch for the industry.
There's no need to lose your streak - here's the 'Wordle' answer for today The post Today’s Wordle answer and hints for #1789 on May 13 appeared first on NME.
Bottom line from NME: this is making waves across platforms.
Here are hints, groups and answers for 'Connections' #1067 The post ‘Connections’ answers and hints for today, May 13 appeared first on NME.
Why it matters: ‘Connections’ answers and hints for today, May 13 could define this era of music.
Where in the world? The post Globle answer today – here’s the answer and hints for May 13 appeared first on NME.
Why it matters: Globle answer today – here’s the answer and... shows where the music business is headed.
You’ve been framed The post Framed answer today – here’s the solution for May 13 appeared first on NME.
Why it matters: Framed answer today – here’s the solution for... shows where the music business is headed.
China’s Unitree, famous for making low-cost dancing robots, will now sell you a giant, wall-smashing mecha.
Wired reports: The Unitree GD01 Is a Giant Mecha Robot... — this could change how developers build software.
Deputies Jonathan Santana and Jason Smith, who worked on a real 2016 Miami narcotics case, allege the Netflix thriller has caused "substantial harm" to their reputations.
The big picture: Matt Damon and Ben Affleck’s Production Company Facing... — is generating industry buzz.
Lawyers for Max’s “The Pitt” submitted a final briefing Monday in an attempt to defeat claims that the Emmy-winning show is a knockoff of “ER.” This marks the most recent development in a lawsuit brought by “ER” creator Michael Crichton’s estate against Warner Bros. in 2024. I...
The big picture: ‘The Pitt’ Seeks to Overturn ‘Baseless’ ‘ER’ Knock-Off... — could reshape the box office conversation.
With the iOS 26.5 update, Apple has added a new Pride Luminance wallpaper to your iPhone. The wallpaper features strips of colors that transition as you swipe up from the lock screen to the home screen. By default, the wallpaper uses a rich, vibrant color palette that celebrat...
The big picture: Your iPhone just got a brand new colorful... — signals a shift in how we use technology.
The UK rocker has shared that he's doing OK after the incident.
The big picture: Bring Me the Horizon Frontman Oliver Sykes Suffers... — shows where the music business is headed.
After agreeing to a $250 million settlement in the U.S. over claims that it misled customers about delayed Apple Intelligence and Siri features, Apple is now facing similar scrutiny in Brazil. Here are the details. more…
9to5Mac reports: Apple notified in Brazil over allegedly misleading Apple... — this reshapes the tech landscape.
SAG-AFTRA leaders are beginning the process of selling their new studio contract to the membership, amid lingering concerns about artificial intelligence and the merger of two pension funds. The deal, unveiled on Monday, allows studios to use synthetic performers only if they ...
Bottom line from Variety: this could reshape the box office conversation.
Technion researchers have developed, for the first time, a comprehensive physical model explaining how the properties of a radiating material, including absorption, emission, and quantum efficiency, affect the fundamental characteristics of the light it emits as a function of ...
Phys.org reports: How temperature changes light: New model could guide... — this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
Scientists have discovered that they can eavesdrop on the secret lives of birds using networks of inexpensive microphones, revealing complex behaviors across vast wilderness areas, according to research published in the journal Ecology. Previously, microphone technology that r...
The big picture: Study uses microphones to eavesdrop on the secret... — opens new research frontiers.
Japan gets 70% of its total imports of naphtha, a petroleum-based material used in printing inks, from the Middle East.
The big picture: Japanese snack giant resorts to black-and-white bags of... — could affect investors and consumers alike.
The Democratic gubernatorial candidate tells THR he would support a lawsuit from the Attorney General to stop David Ellison from owning CNN. He also believes tax credits are only part of the Hollywood solution.
Why it matters: Tom Steyer Believes Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger Amounts to... reflects evolving audience tastes.
Patrick told fans she's stepping away from the road this year, as she and husband Mitchell Tenpenny prepare to welcome a daughter.
Bottom line from Billboard: this is making waves across platforms.
The artist, now known as Ye, testified that he knowingly removed a sample from the song after a listening event because he lacked clearance
Bottom line from Rolling Stone: this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
SpaceX is officially targeting May 19 for the debut of Starship Version 3, an advanced new vehicle that could help humanity take its first steps on the moon and Mars.
The big picture: SpaceX's Starship V3 megarocket finally has a debut... — challenges existing scientific assumptions.
ConcernedApe also compares the sense of mystique that games offer to how “kids see gnomes"
Kotaku reports: Haunted Chocolatier Is Set To Be ‘Way Bigger... — this signals what players want next.
"When somebody step out of line and you gotta chastise them or give them a spanking, that's what you do," Rozay says of his feud with Drake.
The big picture: Rick Ross Says ‘Don’t Nobody Fear Drake’s Album... — reflects the changing sound of the industry.
The Canadian government is preparing new rules on how copyright holders should be compensated when their work is used by AI systems, as it also weighs age restrictions on social media and tighter regulation of AI chatbots. Evan Solomon, Canada’s Minister of Artificial Intellig...
The big picture: Canada Targets AI Copyright Rules While Weighing Social... — is generating industry buzz.
He’ll become the first person to host the Oscars three years in a row since Billy Crystal more than 30 years ago.
Why it matters: Conan O’Brien to Host Oscars for 3rd Consecutive... is making waves across platforms.
Different receptors respond to different neurotransmitters or hormones, such as adrenaline involved in the fight-or-flight response, or dopamine linked to reward and motivation. Both the receptors themselves and the substances they recognize are often very similar, but still m...
Phys.org reports: Swapping molecular building blocks one by one reveals... — this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
If you've ever taken an introductory astronomy class, you've probably seen the Hertzsprung-Russell (HR) diagram. This graph maps out the life cycle of stars by plotting their temperature against their luminosity, and has been a "cheat sheet" for stellar astrophysics for over a...
Why it matters: One graph attempts to connect every object in... opens new research frontiers.
Air India faces a leadership vacuum and mounting financial losses as it struggles to recover from the crash.
Why it matters: Air India crisis deepens ahead of final Ahmedabad... has global implications.
The lawsuit claims Meta is not doing enough to protect senior citizens and other vulnerable groups.
Why it matters: Meta is facing another lawsuit over scam ads... reshapes the tech landscape.
“VisionQuest,” Marvel’s long-awaited spinoff of “WandaVision,” will debut on Disney+ on October 14. It was previously known that the show was coming fall 2026. Disney revealed the release date at the Upfronts, where the company also announced a slew of other programming news. ...
The big picture: ‘VisionQuest’ Gets Fall Release Date on Disney+ — could reshape the box office conversation.
Bandai Namco just provided the latest on Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters, confirming the release date on Nintendo Switch 2 and offering up a new story trailer. The company is putting the game out on August 28, 2026. Those who pre-order will receive the 2026 Japan National Te...
Nintendo Everything reports: Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters shares Nintendo Switch... — this could shake up the gaming landscape.
"It is very possible that no employee in the history of any company has cost their employer more," the comedian said during the 2026 Disney Upfronts. Jimmy Kimmel Jokes that His Political Turmoil Cost Disney “Billions” This Year Liz Shannon Miller
The big picture: Jimmy Kimmel Jokes that His Political Turmoil Cost... — taps into a cultural moment.
Disney didn’t want to miss out on all the songs and dances at this year’s upfronts so it brought along the Savannah Bananas to kick things off with a slightly off-pitch opener to its presentation. It was apt given that the Bananas’ second baseman Jackson Olson is waltzing off ...
The big picture: Disney Upfront: Here’s What Happened At North Javits... — signals where Hollywood is headed.
Beijing is arguably the most powerful competitor the US has confronted in its history, one analyst says.
BBC World reports: A decade on, Trump returns to a stronger... — this demands attention beyond borders.
"Last night I was struggling a bit on stage afterwards because signing was putting a lot of pressure on the wound and making things feel a bit disorienting while performing," Oli Sykes said in an Instagram Story on Tuesday.
Why it matters: Bring Me the Horizon Singer Suffers Mild Concussion... reflects evolving audience tastes.
It’s been quite a year for Kimmel since the last time he met with advertisers on the Disney upfront stage. Most notably was last year’s Kimmel media firestorm, when Disney temporarily benched the late-night host in the wake of threats from the Trump administration. On Tuesday,...
Bottom line from Variety: this reflects evolving audience tastes.
Soils are home to some of the most diverse animal communities on Earth. These animals—including nematodes, springtails, mites, earthworms, spiders and other arthropods—drive decomposition, regulate microbial communities and contribute to nutrient cycling. However, little is kn...
Why it matters: Soil food webs grow more varied in farmland... could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
A new study shows that a single radioactive cloud was responsible for a large share of the nuclear fallout during the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear disaster on 11 March 2011. The work is published in the Journal of Hazardous Materials.
Why it matters: How a single radioactive cloud caused Fukushima particle... opens new research frontiers.
The Prime Video romance series, centered around a college hockey team, premieres May 13 and is set to drop its official soundtrack the same day.
Why it matters: Ella Bright’s Hannah, Josh Heuston’s Justin Perform Original... is generating industry buzz.
Get a lifetime subscription to SignIt’s e-signature platform for $79 (reg. $819) and send unlimited documents with AI-powered signing tools.
The big picture: Looking for a DocuSign alternative? This one is... — is one to watch for the industry.
Get lifetime access to Lyra Project Management for $99 and manage unlimited projects, sprint planning, analytics, and team collaboration for up to 10 users.
Bottom line from Mashable: this reshapes the tech landscape.
Your Rivian can now manage your calendar, warm your passengers' seats and text your ETA -- all without even looking at the screen.
The big picture: Rivian's New AI Assistant Knows What You Mean,... — reshapes the tech landscape.
It's time to take a closer look with stocks rallying into the third month of the U.S.-Iran conflict.
Why it matters: The stock market isn't ignoring Iran. It's rising... hints at where the money is moving.
In this tutorial, we begin by exploring the architecture behind a hybrid-memory autonomous agent. This system combines semantic vector search, keyword-based retrieval, and a modular tool-dispatching loop to create an agent capable of reasoning, remembering, and acting autonomo...
Bottom line from MarkTechPost: this raises questions about AI's role.
"Bigger," Gabe Newell chants incessantly at Steam's Valve UI and UX team at Valve. "Larger! More! Never stop making it bigger!" He screams. At least this is what I imagine has been happening over the past year, given the number of size related (mostly widening) changes that's ...
Why it matters: Valve's next Steam UI target is the Community... may set a new standard for the genre.
As spotted by Aaron Perris, Apple will soon start using AI-generated presenters in its Apple Sales Coach app. Here are the details. more…
Bottom line from 9to5Mac: this signals a shift in how we use technology.
Following up on the news that Dan Scharf is leaving as Head of Global Business Operations at Amazon MGM Studios, announced internally by the studio’s Head of Film Courtenay Valenti, Head of Global Television Peter Friedlander and Head of International Originals Nicole Clemens,...
Bottom line from Deadline: this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Famous for helping build Apple’s iPhones, Foxconn just suffered another cyberattack, highlighting the perils of warehousing some of the world’s most valuable data.
Bottom line from Wired: this may redefine how we interact with devices.
Disney’s annual upfront presentation to advertisers in New York on Tuesday kicked off with some high-energy antics (and singing) courtesy of the viral sensations the Savannah Bananas. Not long after, it was revealed that the team’s Banana Bowl will stream live on Disney+ in Oc...
Variety reports: Disney’s 2026 Upfront Goes All in on Savannah... — this could reshape the box office conversation.
"There is a very low probability of a good future if someone doesn't slow Demis down."
PC Gamer reports: Elon Musk, Sam Altman and the world's billionaires... — this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
Even by Jimmy Kimmel’s standards, it’s been quite the crazy ride for ABC’s late-night host since he was last on stage in New York for a Disney upfront presentation. “Have to admit, I’ve been through so much bullsh*t this year, it actually made me appreciate this bullsh*t,” the...
The big picture: Jimmy Kimmel Takes No Prisoners In Disney Upfront... — may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Artificial intelligence platforms may be just as susceptible to social engineering as human beings, but they are proving remarkably good at finding security vulnerabilities in human-made computer code. That reality is on full display this month with some of the more widely-use...
Why it matters: Patch Tuesday, May 2026 Edition should prompt a review of your own security.
Amazon Now launched Tuesday in dozens of cities including Seattle, Philadelphia, Dallas-Fort Worth and Atlanta.
The big picture: I Tried Amazon's New 30-Minute Delivery. Diet Cokes... — is one to watch for the industry.
Culver City has sweetened the pot. Six months after the the Culver City Council voted for a package of incentives to support film and TV production, the city has waived key fees and parking restrictions in an effort to attract more production activity in the area that was once...
Why it matters: Culver City Sweetens its Production Incentives Package to... is generating industry buzz.
Nagoshi Studio, founded in 2022 by Yakuza creator Toshihiro Nagoshi, just revealed its debut project at the 2025 Game Awards.
The big picture: Gang of Dragon studio website disappears without notice... — may set a new standard for the genre.
Last month, Google said it was redesigning the ‘Home & Nest Community’ and we now know what it looks like. more…
Why it matters: Google Home & Nest Community forum gets ‘snip... signals a shift in how we use technology.
Get ready to return to your Disney Channel roots, rockers, for the third Camp Rock film, starring the Jonas Brothers, will come out in August both on Disney+ and on Disney Channel. Disney Branded Television first confirmed that the threequel was greenlit in September of last y...
Deadline reports: ‘Camp Rock 3′ Sets Release Month On Disney+... — this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
President Donald Trump floated a federal gas tax suspension. If enacted, here's how that could impact consumers.
The big picture: Trump wants gas tax relief. But slim driver... — reflects a broader economic trend.
NASA's Perseverance Mars rover recently took a self-portrait against a sweeping backdrop of ancient Martian terrain at a location the science team calls Lac de Charmes. Assembled from 61 individual images, the selfie shows Perseverance training its mast on a rocky outcrop on w...
Phys.org reports: Perseverance rover snaps selfie in western frontier of... — this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
Oil and natural gas are vital constituents of our energy ecosystem that need to be transported across long distances. Although steel pipelines are the infrastructure used for this purpose, thereby serving as the lifeline for crucial energy distribution, they introduce the adde...
Why it matters: Novel technique measures polymer degradation during cathodic overprotection adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
Waymo issued a voluntary recall of about 3,800 of its robotaxis to fix software issues that could allow them to drive into flooded roadways.
Bottom line from CNBC: this may shift market dynamics.
Apple's next iOS update could include something phone photographers have been waiting for: a lot more control over the Camera app. According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, the Camera app will be "fully customizable" in iOS 27 and users will be able to "pick their own set of contr...
Why it matters: iOS 27 might add a lot more customization... signals a shift in how we use technology.
West was in attendance for The Roast of Kevin Hart. Pete Davidson Roasted Kayne West As He Sat in the Audience Travis Bland
Why it matters: Pete Davidson Roasted Kayne West As He Sat... reflects the changing sound of the industry.
Music streaming service Spotify confirmed on X that the app experienced an outage on Tuesday, May 12.
Why it matters: Spotify outage: Music streamer confirms outage on X... could change how developers build software.
The New York Times Games boss has promised the upcoming Wordle game show will stay true to the puzzle game and revealed it will be taped this summer. Jonathan Knight, Head of Games at The New York Times, gave his take on the upcoming Wordle show at Web Summit Vancouver. “Savan...
Why it matters: NYT Games Chief On Bringing ‘Wordle’ To NBC... is generating industry buzz.
ABC will air the Grammy Awards next year for the first time since the Nixon administration, and today we got the showdate. The 69th Grammys ceremony is set for Sunday, February 9, returning to Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. ABC is kicking off its 10-year deal with the Record...
Why it matters: Grammys 2027 Date Set As Music’s Biggest Night... reflects evolving audience tastes.
The Recording Academy’s marquee night will return to Los Angeles next February, but with a new TV network home in ABC
Why it matters: Grammys Reveal 2027 Show and Nominations Dates shows where the music business is headed.
Human childbirth is commonly viewed as uniquely difficult and dangerous. The reason: The combination of bipedalism and large brains creates a tight fit between the baby and the birth canal. Research at the University of Vienna has now shown that many other mammals—from domesti...
The big picture: Human childbirth is not uniquely difficult among mammals — advances our understanding of the world.
Sean Combs’ name may come up at the Primetime Emmys this year, though not in the manner he’d like. Almost 20 years after his nomination as part of the producing team on A Raisin in the Sun, a documentary series with his name in the title – Sean Combs: The Reckoning — is in con...
Deadline reports: Doc Talk Podcast: Director Alexandria Stapleton On Her... — this is generating industry buzz.
Android’s upcoming desktop OS experience is set to power “Googlebook” laptops in the not-too-distant future, and a 16-minute video has revealed some of the features found in this platform including its Android roots, some familiar ChromeOS features, and desktop-style features ...
Why it matters: Android’s desktop OS for ‘Googlebook’ leaks with basic... could change how developers build software.
Disney and the Country Music Association announced Tuesday that they have extended their agreement for the CMA Awards, as well as CMA broadcast specials CMA Fest and CMA Country Christmas through 2032. ABC and CMA’s agreement was set to expire this year. The six-year extension...
Bottom line from Deadline: this is generating industry buzz.
PoE 2 is certainly complicated, but it's much kinder to new players.
The big picture: Path of Exile's overwhelming complexity isn't the real... — is generating hype in the community.
The 2026 Cannes Film Festival is underway with French filmmaker Pierre Salvadori’s The Electric Kiss serving as the opening-night pic. Among the headline filmmakers debuting new works on the Croisette this year are previous Palme d’Or winners Cristian Mungiu and Hirokazu Kore-...
Deadline reports: Cannes Film Festival 2026: Read All Of Deadline’s... — this is generating industry buzz.
The California case involving a 19-year-old's death last year specifically calls for new safeguards around AI models' discussion of drug use.
Bottom line from CNET: this is one to watch for the industry.
MedAIBase has released AntAngelMed, a 103B-parameter open-source medical language model that uses a 1/32 activation-ratio Mixture-of-Experts (MoE) architecture to activate only 6.1B parameters at inference time, matching the performance of roughly 40B dense models while exceed...
Bottom line from MarkTechPost: this raises questions about AI's role.
Proteins do most of the work in our body's cells. But when a protein is too active or does not function properly, it can lead to disease or other health problems. Researchers from the University of Toronto have discovered a molecule, CLEO4-88, that acts as a "molecular glue," ...
Phys.org reports: Molecular glue could hijack cells' natural machinery to... — this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
Many creams and serums contain artificial ingredients that are harmful to the environment. Natural plant oils would be more sustainable but are difficult to process. ETH researcher Svitlana Mykolenko has developed a way of turning plant oils into stable gels without synthetic ...
Why it matters: Video: Gels for cosmetics made from natural plant... advances our understanding of the world.
Douglas also helmed records by Cheap Trick and the Patti Smith Group and worked with Lou Reed, Alice Cooper, the Who, and New York Dolls
Bottom line from Rolling Stone: this could define this era of music.
The Mexican musician gave a speech during a press conference alongside President Claudia Sheinbaum promoting México Canta singing competition
The big picture: Junior H Changes His Corridos Tune, Says Songs... — could define this era of music.
More than most companies at the upfronts, Disney linked arms with the NFL on Tuesday, issuing multiple announcements and literally cozying up to the league’s commissioner, Roger Goodell. Monday Night Football announcer Joe Buck joined Goodell onstage and gave him an exaggerate...
Bottom line from Deadline: this reflects evolving audience tastes.
The federal retaliation against corporate DEI efforts marches on.
Engadget reports: DOJ extracts $30m settlement from PayPal over minority-owned... — this reshapes the tech landscape.
The big marketplace update is live now in beta.
The big picture: Valve made more than 27 million unique images... — could shake up the gaming landscape.
What if fog isn't just misty air, but a living ecosystem? This question hung over cloud researcher Thi Thuong Thuong Cao. As a Ph.D. student at Arizona State University, her curiosity led her from knocking on the doors of microbiologists and chemists, to sampling fog before su...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this opens new research frontiers.
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