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Christina Malach Promoted To President Of Scripted Series At Media Res, Lindsey Springer Departs
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‘Survivor 50’s Jeff Probst Makes Critical Mistake During Live Finale & Reveals Loser Of Fire-Making Before Challenge Played Out
SPOILER ALERT: This post contains details about the Survivor Season 50 finale on CBS. Jeff Probst made a huge mistake during the live Survivor 50 finale, leaving the audience gasping. In a critical moment of the game, which would determine the last castaway to take part in the...
Bottom line from Deadline: this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
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Christina Malach Promoted To President Of Scripted Series At Media Res, Lindsey Springer Departs
EXCLUSIVE: Indie studio Media Res (The Morning Show, Pachinko) has promoted Christina Malach to President of Scripted Series. Reporting to CEO and founder Michael Ellenberg, she will oversee the studio’s current and upcoming slate. Malach replaces Lindsey Springer who is stepp...
Deadline reports: Christina Malach Promoted To President Of Scripted Series... — this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
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‘The White Lotus’ Cast: See Who’s Checking in for Season 4
With the upcoming installment of Mike White’s HBO drama set to take place in Château de la Messardière in Saint-Tropez, France, the confirmed list of people appearing in the upcoming season is coming together.
Hollywood Reporter reports: ‘The White Lotus’ Cast: See Who’s Checking in... — this could reshape the box office conversation.
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Study finds key traits of condom 'stealthers'
Men with a strong sense of entitlement are three times more likely to commit "stealthing" during sex, according to a new University of the Sunshine Coast study. Stealthing, which has been criminalized in most Australian states over the past five years, is a form of sexual viol...
Phys.org reports: Study finds key traits of condom 'stealthers' — this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
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SoftBank Group shares soar 20% as Nvidia earnings signal strong AI momentum
SoftBank Group is closely tied to the AI boom through its stake in Arm Holdings, whose chip designs are used in AI servers and data centers powered by Nvidia systems.
Bottom line from CNBC: this could affect investors and consumers alike.
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Stephen Colbert: From Interviewing John Lewis to Hosting at Home During COVID, These Six Moments Defined His ‘Late Show’ Tenure
When Stephen Colbert stepped behind the desk of CBS’ “The Late Show” on Sept. 8, 2015, viewers didn’t entirely know what to expect. Colbert had spent the previous 10 years playing a bombastic Bill O’Reilly-type commentator on Comedy Central’s “The Colbert Report.” With the mov...
Variety reports: Stephen Colbert: From Interviewing John Lewis to Hosting... — this signals where Hollywood is headed.
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Battle For L.A.: Incumbent Karen Bass On Trump Backing Pratt For Mayor, LAPD Control, ParaBros Deal & Protecting Hollywood Jobs For Angelenos
Editor’s note: In what could be one of the most consequential elections in Los Angeles’ history, the race this year for mayor sees two former allies in an increasingly sharp bid to take over City Hall. With many issues in the contest between incumbent Mayor Karen Bass, Council...
Why it matters: Battle For L.A.: Incumbent Karen Bass On Trump... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
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Samsung strike on hold - but the fight isn't over yet. Why?
The walkout, which was due to start on Thursday, has been suspended while union members vote on a tentative deal.
The big picture: Samsung strike on hold - but the fight... — affects international relations.
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UK agrees £3.7bn trade deal with six Gulf states
The deal will remove an estimated £580m worth of tariffs from British exports, but rights groups are critical
BBC Business reports: UK agrees £3.7bn trade deal with six Gulf... — this hints at where the money is moving.
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Chelsea Handler Slams ‘Bigots’ Shane Gillis and Tony Hinchcliffe for ‘Racist’ Roast Jokes: ‘I Wasn’t Fine With That’
“The Roast of Kevin Hart” is over, but Chelsea Handler is still going after a couple of the comics on the dais. More than a week after the live Netflix event, the former late-night host said she took issue with many of the jokes told by roast host Shane Gillis and performer To...
Variety reports: Chelsea Handler Slams ‘Bigots’ Shane Gillis and Tony... — this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
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‘Survivor’ on ‘The White Lotus’: Mike White Announces Which Season 50 Contestants Will Make Cameos
Mike White is continuing his tradition of inviting “Survivor” players to “The White Lotus.” Before White created his now-beloved HBO dramedy, he competed on “Survivor” Season 37. Then, right after Season 3 of “The White Lotus” was released, he headed back to Fiji to compete on...
Variety reports: ‘Survivor’ on ‘The White Lotus’: Mike White Announces... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
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Yoshi and the Mysterious Book icons added to Nintendo Switch Online
Yoshi and the Mysterious Book is here, and to celebrate, new icons are now available on Nintendo Switch Online. Icons will be rotated weekly over the next month or so. You can grab designs for characters, backgrounds, and frames. Characters cost 10 Platinum Points each on My N...
The big picture: Yoshi and the Mysterious Book icons added to... — signals what players want next.
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I replaced my Remarkable with this cheaper E Ink Android tablet - and it wasn't so bad
Boox's Gen-2 Go 10.3 tablet is made for power users seeking a customizable Android tablet with a backlight.
The big picture: I replaced my Remarkable with this cheaper E... — reshapes the tech landscape.
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Cannes Film Festival Red Carpet Photos
The Cannes Film Festival got off the ground in the French Riviera resort town on Tuesday, bringing the traditional mix of stars and international auteurs to the Croisette. This year will see fewer big American movies, but stars including Scarlett Johansson, Rami Malek, Javier ...
Why it matters: Cannes Film Festival Red Carpet Photos may set a new benchmark for the genre.
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ACSI: Samsung edges out Apple in cell phone satisfaction, while Apple Watch ties at the top
The American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI) has published this year’s Telecommunications, Cell Phone, and Smartwatch Study. Here’s how the iPhone and the Apple Watch did. more…
The big picture: ACSI: Samsung edges out Apple in cell phone... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
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Mike White Adds ‘Survivor 50’ Stars Charlie Davis & Kamilla Karthigesu To ‘The White Lotus’ Season 4 Cast
Mike White was part of the epic season of Survivor 50 and appeared via video call during the finale of the CBS competition. The Survivor contestant, who was eliminated fourth this season, is busy filming Season 4 of The White Lotus in France and made a surprise announcement. W...
The big picture: Mike White Adds ‘Survivor 50’ Stars Charlie Davis... — signals where Hollywood is headed.
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How well do you know Baldur's Gate 3's third act? See what you remember about the RPG's big finale with a quiz built for real Elder Brains
You feel compelled by an unseen force to accept this challenge.
The big picture: How well do you know Baldur's Gate 3's... — reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
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TikTok and YouTube 'not safe enough' for kids, says Ofcom
YouTube said it worked with experts to provide appropriate experiences. TikTok said it was disappointed Ofcom had not acknowledged its safety features.
Why it matters: TikTok and YouTube 'not safe enough' for kids,... is one to watch for the industry.
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Harry Styles Is Pleasing Fans Again… This Time With His First Loop Earplugs Collab
The Grammy winner’s lifestyle brand just teamed up with the hearing-protection company on a limited-edition line of earplugs that come in two Harry-coded colors
Bottom line from Rolling Stone: this shows where the music business is headed.
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SpaceX Listed Grok’s ‘Spicy’ Mode as a Risk in Its IPO Filing
The rocket company has set aside more than $500 million for potential litigation losses, in part to account for complaints alleging that Grok created sexualized images.
Bottom line from Wired: this signals a shift in how we use technology.
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Where to Find the Best Last-Minute Ticket Deals to the Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival
This year's lineup includes major acts like Noah Kahan, Kesha, The Strokes, and Role Model from June 11 to 14
Rolling Stone reports: Where to Find the Best Last-Minute Ticket Deals... — this shows where the music business is headed.
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Quantum sensors use atoms, electrons and light as ultra‑steady rulers
Quantum computers get a lot of attention, even though they are not ready for prime time, but quantum sensors are already doing useful work. These sensors measure fields, forces and motion so small that ordinary background noise can drown them out. Some sensors are already in d...
The big picture: Quantum sensors use atoms, electrons and light as... — advances our understanding of the world.
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Chelsea Handler Slams Shane Gillis and Tony Hinchcliffe’s “Racist” Jokes at Kevin Hart Roast: “There Was So Much Disgustingness”
In a statement shared with The Hollywood Reporter, Gillis said of Handler's comments, "This is a big moment for Chelsea. I am glad she’s capitalizing. Good for her. We’re all rooting for her."
The big picture: Chelsea Handler Slams Shane Gillis and Tony Hinchcliffe’s... — signals where Hollywood is headed.
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Adobe Photoshop update brings on-device AI processing, but there is a catch
Adobe released Photoshop version 27.7 today, and one of the most interesting additions is an on-device AI model for the Remove tool that, alas, comes with rather steep hardware requirements. Here are the details. more…
Bottom line from 9to5Mac: this is one to watch for the industry.
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Musk’s SpaceX Reveals Its Finances for the First Time as It Readies for IPO
Mr. Musk’s rocket and satellite maker disclosed its financial performance as it prepares to go public in what is set to be one of the largest offerings to date.
Why it matters: Musk’s SpaceX Reveals Its Finances for the First... opens new research frontiers.
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‘The Madison’ Star Michelle Pfeiffer Says There Was ‘No Bathroom,’ ‘No AC’ and ‘No Food’ on Set While Shooting Taylor Sheridan Series
Michelle Pfeiffer recently told the “In Conversation” podcast that there was “no bathroom,” “no food” and “no AC” on set with shooting Taylor Sheridan’s “The Madison.” “It was all a little bit rushed for everyone, and so there weren’t certain accommodations set up,” Pfeiffer s...
Variety reports: ‘The Madison’ Star Michelle Pfeiffer Says There Was... — this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
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Anthropic says it’s about to have its first profitable quarter
Anthropic has told its investors that it will more than double revenue to around $10.9 billion in its second quarter.
Bottom line from TechCrunch: this could change how developers build software.
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‘Diamond’ Review: Andy Garcia Directs and Stars in a Charming but Slight Neo-Noir About an Old-Movie Detective…in Contemporary L.A.
A lot of tender loving care, and Hollywood obsession, has been poured into it, and it’s amusing to see how the quality that’s always made Andy Garcia such an appealing actor — his way of being direct and holding something back at the same time — fits so snugly into an old-movi...
The big picture: ‘Diamond’ Review: Andy Garcia Directs and Stars in... — signals where Hollywood is headed.
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It's my own fault for thinking Warren Spector's new multiplayer stealth game adding singleplayer would make it the Thief successor I was hoping for
As a singleplayer experience, Thick as Thieves feels a bit thin.
The big picture: It's my own fault for thinking Warren Spector's... — could shake up the gaming landscape.
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Inside India newsletter: India’s investment appeal dims as firms and funds pivot to the U.S.
AI-driven growth and 'America-first' policies are pulling global capital to the U.S., challenging India's appeal as the fastest-growing economy.
Bottom line from CNBC: this reflects a broader economic trend.
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New research offers practical biosecurity tools to limit poultry disease spread
New research from a Texas A&M College of Agriculture and Life Sciences doctoral graduate could help producers better protect poultry flocks from disease outbreaks while reducing costs.
The big picture: New research offers practical biosecurity tools to limit... — challenges existing scientific assumptions.
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AMD Ryzen AI Max 400 ‘Gorgon Halo’ packs up to 192GB of unified memory — refreshed APU uses Zen 5 and RDNA 3.5, and can clock up to 5.2 GHz
AMD is refreshing its Ryzen AI Max chips with the new 400 series, known as Gorgon Halo, and they’ll show up in the Ryzen AI Halo development box. That box, with last-gen Strix Halo chips, is going up for pre-order in June, starting at $3,999.
Tom's Hardware reports: AMD Ryzen AI Max 400 ‘Gorgon Halo’ packs... — this is one to watch for the industry.
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Elon Musk’s proposed pay package in SpaceX’s IPO filing reveals what the company actually is: a $1 trillion monster built to colonize Mars
‘We do not want humans to have the same fate as dinosaurs,’ the prospectus reads.
The big picture: Elon Musk’s proposed pay package in SpaceX’s IPO... — reflects a broader economic trend.
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Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5x Review: Low-Cost Copilot Plus PC Has Appeal, Limits
For its portability and daily productivity, it's a winner. Potential Windows-on-Arm issues and modest graphics chops, however, keep it from being a true all-arounder.
Bottom line from CNET: this could change how developers build software.
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‘Fourth Wing’ Author Rebecca Yarros Announces New Romance Novel ‘Peculiar Stars’
Author Rebecca Yarros’ first novel was published in 2014, and she’s since cemented herself as a cornerstone of the romantasy genre through The Empyrean Series, which includes bestselling novels “Fourth Wing,” “Iron Flame,” and “Onyx Storm.” Expected to be a five-book series, Y...
Bottom line from Variety: this is generating industry buzz.
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Eddy Cue named 2026 Cannes Lions Entertainment Person of the Year
Apple SVP of Services and Health Eddy Cue has been chosen as this year’s recipient of the Entertainment Person of the Year Award, which will be presented next month at the Cannes Lions festival. Here are the details. more…
9to5Mac reports: Eddy Cue named 2026 Cannes Lions Entertainment Person... — this may redefine how we interact with devices.
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Ebola vaccine could take nine months as death toll rises further, WHO warns
In its latest update, the World Health Organization says there have now been 139 suspected deaths and 600 cases.
The big picture: Ebola vaccine could take nine months as death... — could reshape the global order.
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LACHSAPalooza Celebrates 40 Years of L.A.’s Star-Making Arts Program: “This School Is Special”
LACHSA, whose alumni include Anthony Anderson, Phoebe Bridgers and Josh Groban among many others, is looking to raise $2.5 million in fundraising through an upcoming concert at the Greek.
Why it matters: LACHSAPalooza Celebrates 40 Years of L.A.’s Star-Making Arts... could reshape the box office conversation.
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SpaceX Is Spending $2.8 Billion to Buy Gas Turbines for Its AI Data Centers
The investment comes as Elon Musk’s AI unit faces complaints about the carbon-emitting units and looks to become a big player in cloud computing.
Bottom line from Wired: this is one to watch for the industry.
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Watch Four of the Most Important Film Festival Directors Discuss the Future of the Circuit at Cannes
The leaders of the Sundance, Berlin, Telluride, and New York film festivals discussed the future of the industry at The American Pavilion at Cannes, presented by United for Business.
Bottom line from IndieWire: this reflects evolving audience tastes.
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Far-right Israeli minister condemned for taunting handcuffed Gaza flotilla activists
France and Italy are among the countries that have criticised a video showing Itamar Ben-Gvir taunting dozens of activists detained at an Israeli port.
BBC World reports: Far-right Israeli minister condemned for taunting handcuffed Gaza... — this demands attention beyond borders.
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Watch Kevin Morby and Carrie Brownstein Perform Sleater-Kinney’s “Modern Girl”
Brownstein joined Morby onstage at his show in Portland (naturally) to play the 2005 favorite
Pitchfork reports: Watch Kevin Morby and Carrie Brownstein Perform Sleater-Kinney’s... — this could define this era of music.
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Phone Carriers Offer eSIM Plans in the US for World Cup Travelers From Abroad
Family and friends from abroad coming to visit? These short-term prepaid mobile plans can keep them connected.
The big picture: Phone Carriers Offer eSIM Plans in the US... — could change how developers build software.
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Kansas City has bought more than 4,500 MacBook Neos for its students
The newly "all-Apple district" will replace 30,000 Windows and Chromebook devices across its public schools.
Why it matters: Kansas City has bought more than 4,500 MacBook... signals a shift in how we use technology.
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The fight against foreign developers buying Caribbean beaches
Campaigners in Barbuda, Grenada and Jamaica say they can no longer access their coastlines.
Why it matters: The fight against foreign developers buying Caribbean beaches could affect investors and consumers alike.
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Cannes Embraces Ira Sachs’ ‘The Man I Love’
The 80s-set drama, starring Rami Malek, was greeted with a stirring standing ovation at its competition premiere Wednesday night.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this could reshape the box office conversation.
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Seth Meyers On Upcoming Final Episode Of ‘The Late Show With Stephen Colbert’: “A Very Sad Week For Television In America”
EXCLUSIVE: On the eve of Stephen Colbert’s final Late Show broadcast, his late-night comedy compatriot Seth Meyers is weighing in on the historic moment. “I’m heartbroken,” the host of Late Night with Seth Meyers tells Deadline in an exclusive interview. “It’s very sad to lose...
Why it matters: Seth Meyers On Upcoming Final Episode Of ‘The... signals where Hollywood is headed.
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SpaceX files for IPO that could make Elon Musk a trillionaire
Musk's rocket-maker and satellite internet provider will trade under the ticker SPCX
BBC Tech reports: SpaceX files for IPO that could make Elon... — this may redefine how we interact with devices.
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‘Red Rocks’ Review: Bruno Dumont’s Beautifully Shot French Riviera Kids Flick Is a Minimalist Drama Mostly for Adults
The latest feature from the Cannes Grand Prix laureate stars a gang of little rascals acting out a romantic tragedy on the shores of the Mediterranean.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this signals where Hollywood is headed.
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Congress is best chance to stop Trump 'lawfare' fund, attorneys say
The Department of Justice has set up a $1.8 billion fund that will purportedly compensate victims of prosecutorial overreach under the Biden administration.
CNBC reports: Congress is best chance to stop Trump 'lawfare'... — this signals changing business strategies.
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Judges Consider Effort To Force FCC Action On News Distortion Policy
After a group of former FCC chairs and commissioners petitioned the agency to repeal its news distortion policy last November, the current chairman Brendan Carr never acted on it. Last month, they asked an appellate court to compel him to do so. On Wednesday, a three-judge pan...
Why it matters: Judges Consider Effort To Force FCC Action On... reflects evolving audience tastes.
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The SpaceX IPO filing is filled with AI bets, Starship dreams, and Elon Musk at the center
SpaceX has finally made the contents of its IPO filing public, weeks ahead of what is expected to be the largest IPO ever and one that will make Musk the CEO, CTO, and chairman of the board.
The big picture: The SpaceX IPO filing is filled with AI... — could change how developers build software.
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Today’s Wordle answer and hints for #1797 on May 21
There's no need to lose your streak - here's the 'Wordle' answer for today The post Today’s Wordle answer and hints for #1797 on May 21 appeared first on NME.
The big picture: Today’s Wordle answer and hints for #1797 on... — taps into a cultural moment.
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Bruno Mars Soars on Latin Charts With ‘Lo Arriesgo Todo,’ Spanish Rendition of ‘Risk It All’
The Spanish-language remake debuts on Hot Latin Songs, Hot Latin Pop Songs, Latin Pop Airplay & Latin Digital Songs Sales charts.
Bottom line from Billboard: this shows where the music business is headed.
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Pigeons and People Have Been Frenemies for Longer Than You Think
Bones discovered at an archaeological site in Cyprus suggest the birds have been strutting around human settlements since at least 1400 B.C.
The big picture: Pigeons and People Have Been Frenemies for Longer... — could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
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‘Connections’ answers and hints for today, May 21
Here are hints, groups and answers for 'Connections' #1075 The post ‘Connections’ answers and hints for today, May 21 appeared first on NME.
Why it matters: ‘Connections’ answers and hints for today, May 21 is making waves across platforms.
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Globle answer today – here’s the answer and hints for May 21
Where in the world? The post Globle answer today – here’s the answer and hints for May 21 appeared first on NME.
The big picture: Globle answer today – here’s the answer and... — taps into a cultural moment.
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Friend or foul? Exploring the ancient bond between pigeons and people
Examination of pigeon bones from Late Bronze Age Hala Sultan Tekke, Cyprus indicates they were already semi-domesticated as early as c. 1400 BCE, pushing back direct evidence for pigeon domestication almost 1,000 years and challenging perceptions of the birds as opportunistic ...
Why it matters: Friend or foul? Exploring the ancient bond between... could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
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Cannes Film Festival 2026: Read All Of Deadline’s Movie Reviews
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.
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The Hollywood Reporter Launches Australian Edition in Partnership With Raine Media
Veteran journalist Sean Sennett joins as editor-in-chief of the Sydney-based title, which will cover Australia's booming screen sector across digital, print and video.
Why it matters: The Hollywood Reporter Launches Australian Edition in Partnership... signals where Hollywood is headed.
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SpaceX is poised to be the biggest IPO ever. Here are the top U.S. deals to date
Before SpaceX's upcoming IPO sets an expected record, Alibaba, Facebook and Visa raised historic sums in the U.S.
Bottom line from CNBC: this hints at where the money is moving.
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Hayden Panettiere Reveals the ‘Most Gut-Wrenching Experience’ of Her Life in New Memoir
Plus: the actress says she was silently paying the price of fame, and how 'Finding Nemo' helped her reclaim her spark
Bottom line from Rolling Stone: this taps into a cultural moment.
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NO FAKES Act Reintroduced Again — This Time With Additional Support From Spotify and Getty
The bill, which is designed to protect artists against "digital replicas," was first proposed in 2024 and reintroduced once before in 2025.
Bottom line from Billboard: this could define this era of music.
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Jim Cramer says the world of tech investing has changed and it's not going back
CNBC's Jim Cramer said semiconductor and AI infrastructure stocks have replaced software as the market's technology leaders.
Bottom line from CNBC: this signals changing business strategies.
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US government is using AI more, but hiring gaps and risk culture still slow progress
As is every large organization, the U.S. government is assessing how to best integrate artificial intelligence into its procedures and workflows. While AI has undeniable risks, it also has the potential to make work significantly more efficient and effective in a broad range o...
The big picture: US government is using AI more, but hiring... — challenges existing scientific assumptions.
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Chance the Rapper Performs Stirring Muhammad Ali Tribute ‘I Was a Rock’ at Gordon Parks Foundation Annual Awards
Alicia Keys, Swizz Beatz, John Legend & Pharrell were also in attendance for the NYC dinner and auction honoring the late photojournalism icon.
Billboard reports: Chance the Rapper Performs Stirring Muhammad Ali Tribute... — this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
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Rami Malek Cries During 8-Minute Cannes Standing Ovation for Ira Sachs’ Gay Drama ‘The Man I Love’
Rami Malek shed a tear as he soaked up the love in the Palais for his deeply emotional turn in Ira Sachs’ “The Man I Love,” which earned an eight-minute standing ovation Wednesday in Cannes. The film is notably one of only two American features competing for the Palme d’Or at ...
The big picture: Rami Malek Cries During 8-Minute Cannes Standing Ovation... — is generating industry buzz.
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Intuit plans to cut workforce by about 17% as tax software maker reckons with slowing growth
Intuit's stock has been hammered this year as investors worry that generative artificial intelligence models could threaten software companies.
Why it matters: Intuit plans to cut workforce by about 17%... hints at where the money is moving.
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The Outsiders celebrates Apple Design Awards 2026 nomination with biggest update yet
Just days after being nominated for a 2026 Apple Design Award in the Interaction category, The Outsiders rolled out a major update with Home Screen widgets, expanded workout import options, new metrics, additional workout types, and more. Here are the details. more…
The big picture: The Outsiders celebrates Apple Design Awards 2026 nomination... — signals a shift in how we use technology.
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Ira Sachs’ ‘The Man I Love’ Gets 10-Minute Ovation At Its Cannes World Premiere
Ira Sachs’ drama The Man I Love starring Rami Malek had its world premiere Wednesday at the Cannes Film Festival, where it received a heartfelt 10-minute ovation following its screening at the Grand Théâtre Lumière. The film is the second American movie to screen in the festiv...
The big picture: Ira Sachs’ ‘The Man I Love’ Gets 10-Minute... — may set a new benchmark for the genre.
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Illinois Name-Checks ‘The Bear’ in Proclaiming Italian Beef as Official State Sandwich
Castmember and Chicago native Corey Hendrix attended the ceremony at the state capitol.
Why it matters: Illinois Name-Checks ‘The Bear’ in Proclaiming Italian Beef... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
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‘The Bear’ Honored as the Italian Beef Is Named Official State Sandwich of Illinois
“The Bear” might be ending soon, but the show’s landmark Italian Beef sandwich isn’t going anywhere: It was recognized as the official state sandwich of Illinois on Wednesday. Corey Hendrix, the Chicago native who plays Gary “Sweeps” Woods in “The Bear,” was present in Springf...
Variety reports: ‘The Bear’ Honored as the Italian Beef Is... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
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xAI burned $6.4B last year — SpaceX’s IPO filing shows why the spending is far from over
SpaceX's IPO filing reveals xAI lost $6.4 billion in 2025 while planning a massive Grok expansion — offering the first public look at Elon Musk's AI financials and more details about his ambitions.
Why it matters: xAI burned $6.4B last year — SpaceX’s IPO... reshapes the tech landscape.
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I read every document in the Musk vs Altman case and my takeaway is—'Heartbreaking: The Worst Person You Know Just Made a Great Point'
Musk lost his case against Sam Altman on a technicality.
PC Gamer reports: I read every document in the Musk vs... — this could shake up the gaming landscape.
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Google's In-Car Gemini Dimmed the Sunroof, Ordered Dinner and Became My Tour Guide
I got an early look at the new features arriving to Android Auto and vehicles with Google Built-in.
Why it matters: Google's In-Car Gemini Dimmed the Sunroof, Ordered Dinner... is one to watch for the industry.
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New RNA tool maps structure and motifs across organisms and viruses
Researchers at the University of Würzburg have unveiled a new tool for analyzing RNA molecules. It visualizes their structures as interactive maps and could help to improve our understanding of diseases.
Phys.org reports: New RNA tool maps structure and motifs across... — this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
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See Eric Dane Campaign for ALS Awareness in New Documentary Short
Ring Every Bell shows how the late actor visited Capitol Hill with the nonprofit group I Am ALS, which also released a new PSA featuring Dane and other celebrities
Bottom line from Rolling Stone: this is making waves across platforms.
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Michelle Pfeiffer Says ‘The Madison’ Set Had No Bathrooms Or AC: “All A Little Bit Rushed”
Although Montana proved to be a beautiful filming location for The Madison, Michelle Pfeiffer was far from paradise. The Golden Globe winner recently explained that it “took a while” for the cast to adjust to filming the Taylor Sheridan-created Paramount+ series on location, d...
Why it matters: Michelle Pfeiffer Says ‘The Madison’ Set Had No... is generating industry buzz.
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Which Drake Song From His Three New Albums Is Leading the Way on Streaming?
This week's Trending Up looks at the most likely breakout hit from the 6 God's trio of new releases, as well as new viral moments for Yung Miami, Noah Kahan and PinkPantheress.
The big picture: Which Drake Song From His Three New Albums... — reflects the changing sound of the industry.
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Space debris is forcing satellites to dodge more often — costing us vital science. 'Things will get worse before they get better'
Satellites forced to avoid space debris appear to have lost some of their data due to the movement. They've also lost precious fuel.
Space.com reports: Space debris is forcing satellites to dodge more... — this advances our understanding of the world.
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The Best Outdoor Deals From the REI Anniversary Sale 2026
It’s the best time of year to pick up all the outdoor gadgets, tents, sleeping bags, and other gear you’ll need for summer fun.
Wired reports: The Best Outdoor Deals From the REI Anniversary... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
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Tales of Arise: Beyond the Dawn Edition launch trailer – RPG incoming for Nintendo Switch 2
Tales of Arise: Beyond the Dawn Edition is launching imminently, and tying in with that, we’ve got the launch trailer. Bandai Namco’s RPG will be appearing on Nintendo Switch 2. As a reminder, here’s what to expect from the release: For 300 years, Rena has ruled over Dahna, pi...
Why it matters: Tales of Arise: Beyond the Dawn Edition launch... could shake up the gaming landscape.
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In the early 1990s, Doom was famously installed on more PCs than Windows itself—but how many was that, actually?
Re-examining an old quote from Valve's Gabe Newell reveals a big gap in what we know about Doom's popularity.
Why it matters: In the early 1990s, Doom was famously installed... reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
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A Forza Horizon 6 Sound Effect Might Just Trigger Some Awful Memories For You
Following a nearly five-year hiatus between titles, Forza Horizon 6 debuted this week. And while fans are diving into its open-world take on Japan, some have already discovered a sound effect in Forza Horizon 6 that may trigger anyone who has ever had to work in an office sett...
The big picture: A Forza Horizon 6 Sound Effect Might Just... — could shake up the gaming landscape.
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I Chatted With Google's Lifesize, Hyperreal AI Companion
The video agent demoed as part of Google Beam is an experiment, and it's shockingly realistic. Is this a helper, or a replacement for people?
Bottom line from CNET: this signals a shift in how we use technology.
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Nvidia posts another record quarter, reveals $43B of holdings in startups
Nvidia announced another record revenue figure after market close on Wednesday, but forecasted that revenue growth would slow in the following quarter.
Bottom line from TechCrunch: this signals a shift in how we use technology.
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‘The Man I Love’ Review: Rami Malek Is a Revelation in Ira Sachs’ Achingly Observed Portrait of Art, Love, Desire and Mortality in 1980s New York City
Tom Sturridge, Rebecca Hall, Ebon Moss-Bachrach and newcomer Luther Ford also star in this acutely felt memento mori set during the height of the AIDS crisis.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this reflects evolving audience tastes.
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AI tool fuses five satellite datasets to help track harmful algal blooms
NASA scientists have developed an artificial intelligence tool to take on a longstanding challenge in ocean waters. In a study recently published in the Earth and Space Science journal, researchers reported the tool was able to fuse data from multiple satellites and detect har...
The big picture: AI tool fuses five satellite datasets to help... — adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
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Disability inclusion in advertising can build stronger brand affinity
Adverts that feature people with a disability greatly enhance consumer attitudes towards brands and their products, according to new research co-authored by Bayes Business School that also shows the effectiveness of diversity regulations and the benefits of compliance. The pap...
Phys.org reports: Disability inclusion in advertising can build stronger brand... — this opens new research frontiers.
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‘The Man I Love’ Review: Rami Malek Is a Tortured Actor Dying of AIDS in Ira Sachs’ Minor-Key ’80s New York Love Triangle
Cannes: Malek and Tom Sturridge play partners whose already-strained relationship is tested by the arrival of a new and beguiling twink neighbor, played by Luther Ford, downstairs.
IndieWire reports: ‘The Man I Love’ Review: Rami Malek Is... — this is generating industry buzz.
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Hulu bundle subscribers can now access their watch history and recs in the Disney+ app
Even though Disney really wants you in its own app, it isn't killing off Hulu.
Why it matters: Hulu bundle subscribers can now access their watch... may redefine how we interact with devices.
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Blink-182, Brad Pitt, and George Russell Join Mercedes-AMG to Unveil a Fun-Forward EV
The automaker brought the Autobahn and the stars to LA’s iconic Sixth Street Bridge to show off its latest creation
The big picture: Blink-182, Brad Pitt, and George Russell Join Mercedes-AMG... — is making waves across platforms.
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Nearly a decade after its last update, Darksiders Warmastered Edition gets a photo mode and motion controls in a surprise new patch
Darksiders launched for the PS5 and Xbox Series X/S this week, and that's good news for us too.
Why it matters: Nearly a decade after its last update, Darksiders... signals what players want next.
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The 36 Most Powerful Real Estate Brokers in New York
The city’s top realtors keep luxury prices soaring in the Big Apply, as Zohran Mamdani watches closely.
Why it matters: The 36 Most Powerful Real Estate Brokers in... signals where Hollywood is headed.
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A Bipartisan Amendment Would End Police License Plate Tracking Nationwide
One line tucked into a federal highway bill would strip funds from cities and states unless they kill their automated plate tracking programs—effectively banning the tech for all but toll collection.
Why it matters: A Bipartisan Amendment Would End Police License Plate... reshapes the tech landscape.
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Trump admin didn't want Ebola-exposed Americans, sent them to Berlin, Prague
Officials denied refusing entry, but dodged questions on why Americans didn't return.
The big picture: Trump admin didn't want Ebola-exposed Americans, sent them... — signals a shift in how we use technology.
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Musk’s xAI is being sued over its data center generators — now it’s buying $2.8B more
Elon Musk's xAI said it will buy $2.8 billion worth of natural gas turbines over the next three years, according to SpaceX's IPO filing.
TechCrunch reports: Musk’s xAI is being sued over its data... — this could change how developers build software.
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SpaceX IPO targets $28.5 trillion total addressable market, mission to ‘make life multiplanetary’ and understand ‘true nature of the universe’
The long-awaited S-1 finally landed—and it shows Elon Musk's empire is far bigger, and more complex, than almost anyone knew.
The big picture: SpaceX IPO targets $28.5 trillion total addressable market,... — may shift market dynamics.
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Bezos defends billionaires, hypes AI, talks taxes and praises Trump in CNBC interview
Jeff Bezos rejected accusations that Amazon's decision to release a documentary on first lady Melania Trump was an effort to curry favor with the president.
CNBC reports: Bezos defends billionaires, hypes AI, talks taxes and... — this could affect investors and consumers alike.
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Sinkhole shuts runway at LaGuardia Airport, delaying flights, Port Authority warns
The Port Authority said travelers should expect delays and cancellations, with thunderstorms expected also expected to roll in Wednesday.
The big picture: Sinkhole shuts runway at LaGuardia Airport, delaying flights,... — signals changing business strategies.
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‘The Man I Love’ Review: Rami Malek Is Blazingly Alive In Ira Sachs’ Inspiring Movie Set Against AIDS Era And Downtown NYC’s Vibrant Artists Playground Of Late ’80s – Cannes Film Festival
Veteran filmmaker Ira Sachs returns to a place where his own creative spark was lit, the downtown New York City world where artists of all stripes (and sexualities) from experimental theater to painting to music to poetry and more could congregate and feed their need to create...
Deadline reports: ‘The Man I Love’ Review: Rami Malek Is... — this is generating industry buzz.
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‘The Man I Love’ Review: Rami Malek Has His Best Role Since ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ in Ira Sachs’ Delicate and Touching ’80s Character Study
Malek colors him in with shades of anger, tenderness, psychosis, and the sheer pesky individuality of Jimmy. He makes him a morosely charismatic flake — the kind of flamboyant narcissist who’s got a gift, but one he doesn’t quite know what to do with.
Bottom line from Variety: this could reshape the box office conversation.
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Snoop Dogg Says His Company Isn’t Liable in Drakeo the Ruler Concert Death Lawsuit
The star writes in new court filings that his LLC “had no role in management of the festival” where Drakeo was fatally stabbed.
Why it matters: Snoop Dogg Says His Company Isn’t Liable in... shows where the music business is headed.
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SpaceX IPO Filing Reveals Anthropic Is Paying $15 Billion a Year to Access Its Data Centers
The long-awaited documents SpaceX filed with US regulators Wednesday included details about a lucrative deal to lend GPUs to a major AI rival.
Bottom line from Wired: this may redefine how we interact with devices.
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Meet Turbovec: A Rust Vector Index with Python Bindings, and Built on Google’s TurboQuant Algorithm
turbovec brings Google Research's TurboQuant algorithm to vector search, offering 16x compression and zero codebook training for RAG pipelines. The post Meet Turbovec: A Rust Vector Index with Python Bindings, and Built on Google’s TurboQuant Algorithm appeared first on MarkTe...
The big picture: Meet Turbovec: A Rust Vector Index with Python... — highlights the rapid pace of AI adoption.
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Pixelated 101: Chatting with Google at I/O 2026
Welcome to episode 101 of Pixelated, a podcast by 9to5Google. This week, Abner and Damien are joined by Seang Chau and Dieter Bohn of Google to discuss the biggest announcements of I/O 2026. Sponsored by Proton Unlimited: Pixelated listeners can save 30% on an annual subscr...
The big picture: Pixelated 101: Chatting with Google at I/O 2026 — is one to watch for the industry.
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Better helium reporting to improve fission and fusion materials modeling
Standardizing calculations of the helium byproducts generated in advanced fission and fusion energy system materials can increase reactor safety and longevity, according to a study led by University of Michigan Engineering with collaborators at Oak Ridge National Laboratory an...
The big picture: Better helium reporting to improve fission and fusion... — opens new research frontiers.
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Young Fraser River Chinook salmon swimming in 'chemical soup,' study finds
Juvenile Chinook salmon in the Lower Fraser River estuary are feeding and growing in a slurry of contaminants from pharmaceuticals, personal care products to industrial chemicals, according to a new Simon Fraser University study.
Why it matters: Young Fraser River Chinook salmon swimming in 'chemical... advances our understanding of the world.
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Apple Music Claims AI-Generated Songs Make Up Less Than 1% of Plays on Platform
The streamer shared additional stats and broke down what it's doing to combat AI-generated music in a new memo sent to its partners.
Billboard reports: Apple Music Claims AI-Generated Songs Make Up Less... — this shows where the music business is headed.
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Oura Adds Clinical Care for Members Seeking Solutions to Chronic Sleep Problems
The popular smart ring is connecting doctors with members who need more assistance.
Why it matters: Oura Adds Clinical Care for Members Seeking Solutions... could change how developers build software.
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E.l.f. Beauty to walk back some tariff price increases amid high gas prices and consumer 'suffering'
E.l.f. Beauty raised prices by $1 last August to offset the impact of tariffs. It's now planning to walk back some of that amid a consumer pullback.
The big picture: E.l.f. Beauty to walk back some tariff price... — could affect investors and consumers alike.
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Ukraine identifies infostealer operator tied to 28,000 stolen accounts
The Ukrainian cyberpolice, working in conjunction with U.S. law enforcement, has identified an 18-year-old man from Odesa suspected of running an infostealer malware operation targeting users of an online store in California. [...]
BleepingComputer reports: Ukraine identifies infostealer operator tied to 28,000 stolen... — this exposes vulnerabilities that affect millions.
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Nvidia tells skeptical investors that AI is ready to go mainstream
The outlook let down investors who expect moonshot results from the chipmaker. But Nvidia announced a big boost to its dividend and $80 billion in stock buybacks.
Fortune reports: Nvidia tells skeptical investors that AI is ready... — this may shift market dynamics.
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Peso Pluma to Perform at Adidas 2026 World Cup Opening Watch Party at LA’s BMO Stadium
PinkPantheress & Larry June also set to perform alongside World Cup watch parties at New York's Brooklyn Bridge Park next month.
Bottom line from Billboard: this could define this era of music.
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Don Toliver’s 2026 Tour: How to Get Tickets
The Houston rapper is taking his first solo No. 1 LP to some of America's biggest arenas. Learn how to get tickets. Don Toliver’s 2026 Tour: How to Get Tickets Alex Krinsky
Why it matters: Don Toliver’s 2026 Tour: How to Get Tickets shows where the music business is headed.
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‘Obsession’s Inde Navarrette On Why It Was Important To “Humanize” Nikki: “Meant A Lot To Me”
While Inde Navarrette gives a chilling performance in Obsession, she’s responding to discourse over the character being both a villain and victim. The actress, who plays Nikki in the Curry Barker horror film, explained why she “wanted to humanize” the character after her best ...
Why it matters: ‘Obsession’s Inde Navarrette On Why It Was Important... is generating industry buzz.
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Watch the Team Behind ‘Undertone’ Explain Their $500K Indie Success Story
Daril Fannin of KINO and Chad Archibald of Black Fawn Films stopped by The American Pavilion to explain why they bet on a first time filmmaker's vision for an audio-driven horror movie — and why it paid off.
Bottom line from IndieWire: this could reshape the box office conversation.
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Anthropic will pay xAI $1.25B per month for compute
Elon Musk's xAI surprised the AI world when it made a deal to sell compute to Anthropic. Now we know how much it's worth.
The big picture: Anthropic will pay xAI $1.25B per month for... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
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SpaceX just filed for what could be the biggest IPO ever
Elon Musk's final frontier is officially open for business now that SpaceX has formally filed its S-1 prospectus with the SEC. That kicks off what could be the largest initial public offering ever when it lists on the Nasdaq stock exchange with the ticker SPCX. SpaceX generate...
The Verge reports: SpaceX just filed for what could be the... — this reshapes the tech landscape.
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SpaceX finally files IPO prospectus, reveals revenue is up–but losses are too
In a S-1 filing replete with glossy photos of rockets and space, SpaceX gave investors the first peek at its business financials and plans for a massive IPO.
Why it matters: SpaceX finally files IPO prospectus, reveals revenue is... may shift market dynamics.
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Sam Altman makes ‘mic drop’ offer to every Y Combinator startup
Altman offered to have OpenAI invest in every single startup in this Y Combinator class: tokens for equity.
Why it matters: Sam Altman makes ‘mic drop’ offer to every... is one to watch for the industry.
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You don’t need to be an AI startup to raise. Lucra has $20M to prove it.
Slapping “AI” on your startup’s pitch deck is basically table stakes right now. When a founder raised $20 million from Cathie Wood’s ARK Invest for an eSports gamification loyalty startup without those two letters in the spotlight, it got us wondering how the conversation even...
Bottom line from TechCrunch: this reshapes the tech landscape.
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Optoelectronic synapse shows exceptional photoresponse for neuromorphic vision
Like so much else in nature, the human visual system has both a complex structure and functional efficiency that is difficult for scientists to replicate. The system is both a sensor and a processor, with the eyes and the brain working together to resolve images with less ener...
The big picture: Optoelectronic synapse shows exceptional photoresponse for neuromorphic vision — advances our understanding of the world.
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How economic growth in low-income countries can also protect biodiversity
For decades, environmental debates have been framed around a stark trade-off: economic growth lifts people out of poverty but comes at the expense of forests, wildlife, and climate stability. More people and richer diets mean more farmland and less nature.
Phys.org reports: How economic growth in low-income countries can also... — this advances our understanding of the world.
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