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Agentic AI could help electron microscopes plan, adapt and analyze experiments
Scientific discovery is often portrayed as the result of long hours alone in a lab, but true science is inherently collaborative. The most robust experimental processes are developed through partnerships across multiple areas of research.
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Better protecting consumers against fake reviews with a new training method
Online reviews play an important role in consumers' purchasing decisions. Yet many consumers struggle to recognize fake reviews, even though these are specifically designed to influence opinions and buying behavior. In her Ph.D. research at the University of Twente, Michelle W...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
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Shakeup at JPL? Control over iconic NASA center could change for 1st time in nearly 100 years
This is part of an even-larger "restructuring" at NASA.
The big picture: Shakeup at JPL? Control over iconic NASA center... — adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
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FCC Opens Up Public Comment On Whether ABC’s ‘The View’ Is A News Show And Exempt From Equal Time Requirements
The FCC is now taking public comment on whether ABC’s The View should qualify as a “bona fide news program,” and therefore be exempt from the agency’s equal time requirements. FCC Chairman Brendan Carr announced the public comment period on Friday, with filings due by June 22 ...
The big picture: FCC Opens Up Public Comment On Whether ABC’s... — reflects evolving audience tastes.
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OpenAI Appshots turn any Mac window into context for Codex
With the new Codex feature Appshots, Mac users can send the contents of any app window to OpenAI's coding assistant Codex at the press of a button, giving it the context it needs for a task. The article OpenAI Appshots turn any Mac window into context for Codex appeared first ...
The big picture: OpenAI Appshots turn any Mac window into context... — pushes the boundary of what machines can do.
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Trump said he'd 'remember' companies that didn't apply for tariff refunds. Many of them are anyway
Walmart confirmed to CNBC it has sought a tariff refund and plans to use any money it receives back to invest in lower prices for shoppers.
The big picture: Trump said he'd 'remember' companies that didn't apply... — signals changing business strategies.
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Doug Liman’s AI-Enabled Crypto Movie ‘Bitcoin’ To Feature Bezos, Zuckerberg, Putin, Eric Trump & More As Characters
EXCLUSIVE: Hold onto your crypto. This could get interesting. It turns out Doug Liman’s much-discussed AI-enabled satire Bitcoin, starring Casey Affleck, Pete Davidson, Gal Gadot and Isla Fisher, will also have some well known supporting characters. Versions of Jeff Bezos, Mar...
Why it matters: Doug Liman’s AI-Enabled Crypto Movie ‘Bitcoin’ To Feature... is generating industry buzz.
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‘Spider-Noir’ review: Nicolas Cage’s big, campy swing for the superhero crowd
Detective Webhead's on the case in this TV spin-off The post ‘Spider-Noir’ review: Nicolas Cage’s big, campy swing for the superhero crowd appeared first on NME.
NME reports: ‘Spider-Noir’ review: Nicolas Cage’s big, campy swing for... — this shows where the music business is headed.
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Nicki Minaj Attends Failed SpaceX Launch & Praises Elon Musk ‘for Everything That You’re Doing for Humanity’
Perhaps starships weren't meant to fly, as the launch was postponed due to technical issues.
Bottom line from Billboard: this could define this era of music.
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Jesse Welles Announces New Album Masks Off, Shares Title Track: Stream
Acclaimed folk artist doesn't hold back against MAGA, incels, Daily Wire readers, and Trump. Jesse Welles Announces New Album Masks Off, Shares Title Track: Stream Ben Kaye
The big picture: Jesse Welles Announces New Album Masks Off, Shares... — shows where the music business is headed.
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‘Passenger’ Review: Melissa Leo in a Ho-Hum Highway Horror
A nomadic couple periodically encounter a malevolent supernatural force while on the road in André Ovredal's film.
Hollywood Reporter reports: ‘Passenger’ Review: Melissa Leo in a Ho-Hum Highway... — this signals where Hollywood is headed.
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The best Memorial Day sales you can shop this weekend
Memorial Day is nearly here, meaning the seasonal sales are in full swing. If your weekend plans involve pool parties or barbecues, now is a great time to pick up a portable speaker or set of solar lights, as many of our favorite models are currently on sale. You can also find...
Why it matters: The best Memorial Day sales you can shop... signals a shift in how we use technology.
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Mark Ruffalo, Javier Bardem, Ken Loach Sign Letter Protesting French Right-Wing Media Mogul
International filmmakers have joined a petition opposing Canal+ shareholder Vincent Bolloré and his expanding French media empire.
The big picture: Mark Ruffalo, Javier Bardem, Ken Loach Sign Letter... — is generating industry buzz.
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Chris Stapleton to Kick Off 2026 “All-American Road Show” Tour
Stapleton will travel across the US and Canada for stadium, arena, and amphitheater shows this summer and fall. Chris Stapleton to Kick Off 2026 “All-American Road Show” Tour Paolo Ragusa
Consequence of Sound reports: Chris Stapleton to Kick Off 2026 “All-American Road... — this shows where the music business is headed.
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UK sees hottest day of year as bank holiday travellers face queues
Temperatures hit 28.4C in parts of England on Friday, while delays have been reported at the Port of Dover and Birmingham Airport ahead of the bank holiday weekend.
The big picture: UK sees hottest day of year as bank... — signals changing business strategies.
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Yanic Truesdale Signs With Mainstay Entertainment
EXCLUSIVE: Canadian actor Yanic Truesdale has signed with Mainstay Entertainment for management. Best known for his role in the critically acclaimed series Gilmore Girls from Amy Sherman-Palladino, Truesdale recently wrapped a role in her Netflix feature adaptation of the belo...
Deadline reports: Yanic Truesdale Signs With Mainstay Entertainment — this signals where Hollywood is headed.
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iPhone 18 Pro leak reveals brand new colors that could be coming
Rumors about iPhone 18 Pro colors have been growing, but thanks to a new leak, we might have our first glimpse at the new color lineup via alleged camera components. more…
The big picture: iPhone 18 Pro leak reveals brand new colors... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
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Bank boss sorry after describing workers as 'lower value human capital'
The Standard Chartered boss said he values all colleagues and is committed to helping them cope with change.
Bottom line from BBC Business: this could affect investors and consumers alike.
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Using pulsars as ultra-precise gravitational probes to 'weigh' neighboring galaxies
Researchers at The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH), a part of The University of Alabama System, have identified a promising new method for measuring the mass of galaxies orbiting the Milky Way by using pulsars, some of the universe's most precise natural clocks, to d...
The big picture: Using pulsars as ultra-precise gravitational probes to 'weigh'... — challenges existing scientific assumptions.
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‘Coward’ Review: Lukas Dhont’s Study of the Gay Yearning Between Beautiful WWI Soldiers Is His Best Film Yet
"Coward' is yet another story of queer repression and suffering from the director of "Girl" and "Close," and it's often breathtaking, whether in battle or the bedroom, even if too decorous to really steal your heart away.
Bottom line from IndieWire: this is generating industry buzz.
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‘Maverick — The Epic Adventures of David Lean’ Review: How the Director of ‘Lawrence of Arabia’ Expressed His Turbulent Life in His Grand Visions
"Maverick," which is full of singular stories, stunning films clips, and extraordinary insights from a panoply of film directors (Francis Ford Coppola and Alfonso Cuarón to Paul Greengrass and Celine Song, Wes Anderson and Nia DaCosta to Denis Villeneuve and Brady Corbet), is ...
The big picture: ‘Maverick — The Epic Adventures of David Lean’... — could reshape the box office conversation.
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We've Trawled Through Thousands of Memorial Day Sales and Handpicked the Very Best Deals
Memorial Day weekend is a great time to shop for those big-ticket items you've been putting off buying. From TVs to grills, we've got you covered.
The big picture: We've Trawled Through Thousands of Memorial Day Sales... — signals a shift in how we use technology.
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Lawmakers Demand Answers as CISA Tries to Contain Data Leak
Lawmakers in both houses of Congress are demanding answers from the U.S. Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) after KrebsOnSecurity reported this week that a CISA contractor intentionally published AWS GovCloud keys and a vast trove of other agency secrets on ...
Krebs on Security reports: Lawmakers Demand Answers as CISA Tries to Contain... — this exposes vulnerabilities that affect millions.
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Missing TV Actor Stewart McLean Case Now Murder Investigation, Says RCMP
The ‘Virgin River’ and ‘Arrow’ actor was reported missing on May 18 and is now assumed to be “the victim of a homicide.”
The big picture: Missing TV Actor Stewart McLean Case Now Murder... — could reshape the box office conversation.
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Willow Shields, Nikki Roumel, Cathy Moriarty, Martin Kove & More Set For Thriller ‘Boot Lake’ From Christian Del Grosso
EXCLUSIVE: Digital creator and filmmaker Christian Del Grosso has wrapped on Boot Lake, an indie thriller marking his feature directorial debut. The cast includes Willow Shields (Hunger Games franchise), Nikki Roumel (Ginny & Georgia), Sebastian Amoruso (Avatar: The Last Airbe...
The big picture: Willow Shields, Nikki Roumel, Cathy Moriarty, Martin Kove... — reflects evolving audience tastes.
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We're Finally Testing the Trump Mobile Phone. Follow Along (Live Updates)
The golden Trump phone is here, and we're putting it through its paces to see how it matches up with other foreign-made phones on the market.
Bottom line from CNET: this may redefine how we interact with devices.
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You May Be Able to Claim Part of Apple's $250 Million AI iPhone Settlement. Here's How
Apple will start paying iPhone owners to settle a lawsuit over delayed and missing AI features.
The big picture: You May Be Able to Claim Part of... — is one to watch for the industry.
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Magnifica Humanitas Will Be the Pope's Bid for Human Dignity in the Age of AI
Guest column: Joanna Shields, a member of the UK's House of Lords, reflects on her audience with the pope and the role of faith leaders in building a moral framework for AI.
CNET reports: Magnifica Humanitas Will Be the Pope's Bid for... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
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Ubisoft announces Monopoly: Star Wars Heroes vs. Villains for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch [update: delayed]
March 17: Ubisoft has announced a new version of the classic Monopoly game, and this one is set to catch the attention of fans of one of the biggest franchises around. Titled Monopoly: Star Wars Heroes vs. Villains, the release is planned for both the Nintendo Switch and Ninte...
The big picture: Ubisoft announces Monopoly: Star Wars Heroes vs. Villains... — could shake up the gaming landscape.
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Class-action price-fixing lawsuit targets hard drive component makers as costs skyrocket — 13-year scheme allegedly drove up prices for major HDD brands
Class-action lawsuit filed against HDD suspension assembly makers
Why it matters: Class-action price-fixing lawsuit targets hard drive component makers... may redefine how we interact with devices.
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Best Supporting: Meet the 22 Actors Behind Emmy Season’s Most Talked-About Shows
Stars Ben Kingsley, Charles Melton and Naomi Watts, plus breakouts like Luke Tennie and Karolina Wydra, reveal the best Hollywood survival tips they’ve ever received.
Hollywood Reporter reports: Best Supporting: Meet the 22 Actors Behind Emmy... — this is generating industry buzz.
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‘How We Grieve’ Trailer: PBS Doc Series Produced by Rachel Bloom Preps Us for Our Turn in the Urn
Exclusive: Filmmakers and siblings Meghan and Justin Ross' latest project explores how people process their fear of the end and why we avoid talking about it — particularly in an Arab family like theirs.
Bottom line from IndieWire: this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
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Xavier Becerra Calls for Hollywood Jobs Summit: ‘Our Workers Should Not Fight Alone’
Xavier Becerra, the leading Democrat in the race for California governor, called on Friday for a summit of studio, labor and tech leaders to address the sharp drop in Hollywood jobs. Becerra becomes the latest candidate to offer a proposal to revive the entertainment industry,...
The big picture: Xavier Becerra Calls for Hollywood Jobs Summit: ‘Our... — could reshape the box office conversation.
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Govee’s colorful, JBL-tuned Lamp Pro 2 is matching its best price to date
They say that Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of summer. I have my doubts given the less-than-balmy weather in many parts of the US this weekend, though that doesn’t mean it’s not an appropriate time to pick up some summer essentials — including a portable speaker / sm...
The big picture: Govee’s colorful, JBL-tuned Lamp Pro 2 is matching... — signals a shift in how we use technology.
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'The Mandalorian and Grogu' is better viewed as a 'Star Wars' origin story for Rotta the Hutt
Forget Baby Yoda, we want to see more big buff slug adventures in our Star Wars.
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Google appeals search monopoly ruling, says it won business ‘fair and square’
Google officially filed its appeal of the federal ruling deeming it an illegal search monopolist, arguing the decision "crashed" through legal guardrails. "Google just prevailed in the marketplace fair and square," it writes in its legal filing. Google had already said it woul...
The big picture: Google appeals search monopoly ruling, says it won... — could change how developers build software.
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Kash Patel’s clothing brand website shut down after reports it was hacked
According to users on X, the website was hijacked by hackers in an attempt to trick visitors into installing malware.
Why it matters: Kash Patel’s clothing brand website shut down after... may redefine how we interact with devices.
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Apple says Epic lawsuit shouldn’t reshape App Store rules for all developers
Apple is asking the Supreme Court to narrow the App Store injunction won by Epic Games and overturn the court’s contempt ruling over external payment fees.
Why it matters: Apple says Epic lawsuit shouldn’t reshape App Store... is one to watch for the industry.
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Wall Street thinks IMAX is ripe for a sale. Here's who could buy it
A source told CNBC that IMAX has held "preliminary talks" through intermediaries, but no official pitches have been made by the company.
CNBC reports: Wall Street thinks IMAX is ripe for a... — this could affect investors and consumers alike.
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Trump Mobile has exposed customers' personal data, including home addresses and phone numbers
Trump Mobile admitted to the leak after people started finding that their information was publicly accessible.
Why it matters: Trump Mobile has exposed customers' personal data, including... reshapes the tech landscape.
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Stephen Colbert Jokes ‘I Hope This Doesn’t Cost CBS Any Money’ After Playing ‘Peanuts’ Theme Song on Final ‘Late Show’
The owner of the Charlie Brown and gang theme filed four copyright lawsuits over alleged unauthorized uses of Vince Guaraldi's iconic jazz scores earlier this week.
Bottom line from Billboard: this shows where the music business is headed.
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‘The Dreamed Adventure’ Review: Valeska Grisebach’s Second Slow Western Gradually Ebbs Away
Cannes: A bereft Bulgarian bordertown make for an atmospheric location despite the underwhelming story
The big picture: ‘The Dreamed Adventure’ Review: Valeska Grisebach’s Second Slow... — is generating industry buzz.
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Kevin Warsh's real Fed 'regime change' may happen deep inside Wall Street's plumbing
Warsh could guide to a smaller role in day-to-day markets, while also setting clearer rules for how and when it should intervene.
The big picture: Kevin Warsh's real Fed 'regime change' may happen... — signals changing business strategies.
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Phil Collins Won’t Perform at Rock Hall Induction But Doesn’t Rule Out Playing Live Again
The music icon says that while his health has improved he won't be ready to perform at the November ceremony. Phil Collins Won’t Perform at Rock Hall Induction But Doesn’t Rule Out Playing Live Again Spencer Kaufman
Why it matters: Phil Collins Won’t Perform at Rock Hall Induction... could define this era of music.
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Half-Life: Alyx is convincing me I don't have the knees for VR gaming, or perhaps I should stop cowering behind cars quite so often
I know I don't have the best knees. My body informed me of this during a drunken dance-off in a Leeds night club when one of them popped out of place and tore a line through the back of my knee cap. It told me again a year later when I did the same thing playing frisbee. And a...
The big picture: Half-Life: Alyx is convincing me I don't have... — reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
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5 iPad accessories I'll never regret buying (including a $35 Apple Pencil alternative)
I've been using an iPad Air M2 for over two years, and these are my go-to essentials to get the most out of the tablet.
ZDNet reports: 5 iPad accessories I'll never regret buying (including... — this is one to watch for the industry.
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AI will not take your job, it can transform it—but only if you trust it, says researcher
The rise of generative AI has sparked widespread concern about job security and the future of human work. In his doctoral dissertation at the University of Vaasa, Finland, Zhe Zhu reveals that when employees trust the system and see it as a helpful partner rather than a threat...
The big picture: AI will not take your job, it can... — adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
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Coral refuges in Western Australia resist 2025 bleaching through record marine heat
The team of scientists from James Cook University, University of Western Australia and Edith Cowan University surveyed coral reefs in the West Australian Houtman Abrolhos group of islands (HAI), publishing their findings on the extraordinary heat resilience of its corals in th...
Why it matters: Coral refuges in Western Australia resist 2025 bleaching... challenges existing scientific assumptions.
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‘Landman’s Guy Burnet Signs With Paradigm
EXCLUSIVE: Guy Burnet, the British actor who has recently broken out with the role of Charlie Newsom in Taylor Sheridan’s hit series Landman, has signed with Paradigm for U.S. representation. Landman is Paramount+’s drama following fixer Tommy Norris (Billy Bob Thornton) as he...
Why it matters: ‘Landman’s Guy Burnet Signs With Paradigm could reshape the box office conversation.
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Sony Pictures Lands Four-Quadrant Family Pitch ‘Holiday Inn’ From Ben Zazove And Evan Turner
EXCLUSIVE: In a highly competitive situation, Sony Pictures has landed a feature pitch titled Holiday Inn from writers Ben Zazove and Evan Turner. Plot details are being kept under wraps, but the project is described as a four-quadrant family movie. No word yet on who will be ...
Bottom line from Deadline: this is generating industry buzz.
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Watch: CNETs Patrick Holland tests the Trump Phone and answers your questions live
CNET’s Patrick Holland tests Trump Mobile’s flagship phone and answers audience questions during a live Q&A session.
Bottom line from Mashable: this reshapes the tech landscape.
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It's Lenovo a-go-go as the company is responsible for nearly 1 in 4 of all PCs shipped worldwide
I don't often apologise for a headline, but in this case I feel like I should.
PC Gamer reports: It's Lenovo a-go-go as the company is responsible... — this could shake up the gaming landscape.
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Spotify’s AI bet: more of everything, less of what you want
Spotify has released a bunch of AI-powered tools that nudge users to create more content. It can be a bit much.
TechCrunch reports: Spotify’s AI bet: more of everything, less of... — this could change how developers build software.
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Waymo suspends freeway driving amid safety concerns
On Thursday, Waymo customers opened up the app and noticed something unusual: no more freeway service. Trips that would normally take a few minutes on the freeway were suddenly projected to last much longer via local roads. The company later confirmed that it had suspended fre...
Bottom line from The Verge: this signals a shift in how we use technology.
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Musk may already be a trillionaire while these SpaceX employees and investors will hit multibillion-dollar jackpots after blockbuster IPO
If SpaceX surpasses $1.7 trillion after going public, it would confirm Musk’s $1 trillion net worth.
Why it matters: Musk may already be a trillionaire while these... signals changing business strategies.
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You can no longer Google the word ‘disregard’
After Google Search's AI update, the word "disregard" now effectively breaks the search interface.
TechCrunch reports: You can no longer Google the word ‘disregard’ — this may redefine how we interact with devices.
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Live Nation Asks Judge to Overturn Monopoly Verdict for Lack of Evidence: ‘Legally Indefensible’
Jurors said Live Nation and Ticketmaster are an illegal monopoly. Now the companies say the jury got it wrong.
The big picture: Live Nation Asks Judge to Overturn Monopoly Verdict... — could define this era of music.
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Pearl Jam Will Unveil New Drummer in September: ‘It’s Our Mystery Wrapped in an Enigma’
“There’s not enough mystery in the world,” Pearl Jam guitarist Stone Gossard says in a new interview on SiriusXM’s Pearl Jam Radio
The big picture: Pearl Jam Will Unveil New Drummer in September:... — shows where the music business is headed.
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Consumer sentiment hits fresh record low in May as Iran war fuels inflation worries
Consumer sentiment has tumbled to a fresh record low in May as fears of higher prices grow due to the U.S.-Iran war and elevated oil prices.
Why it matters: Consumer sentiment hits fresh record low in May... may shift market dynamics.
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Harry Styles Credits Radiohead for Inspiring His Songwriting and First Sexual Act
Styles revealed he lost his virginity to "Talk Show Host" while inducting Thom Yorke into the Ivors Academy. Harry Styles Credits Radiohead for Inspiring His Songwriting and First Sexual Act Eddie Fu
Why it matters: Harry Styles Credits Radiohead for Inspiring His Songwriting... reflects the changing sound of the industry.
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Nate Bargatze Laughs His Way Back to No. 1 for April’s Comedy Boxscore Recap
Here's a detailed breakdown of the biggest touring comedians of the month.
Billboard reports: Nate Bargatze Laughs His Way Back to No.... — this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
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Waymo pauses robotaxis in five US cities after cars drive into flooded roads
A Waymo spokesperson said it had expanded the temporary pause "out of an abundance of caution".
BBC Tech reports: Waymo pauses robotaxis in five US cities after... — this may redefine how we interact with devices.
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Jayro Bustamante To Direct ‘República Luminosa’ For ‘Paper Tiger’ Production House RT Features
EXCLUSIVE: Guatemalan director Jayro Bustamante (Ixcanul, La Llorona) is set to direct thriller República Luminosa in which a remote island town is terrorized by 32 feral children who emerge out of the surrounding jungle. Rodrigo Teixeira’s RT Features, which is in Cannes this...
The big picture: Jayro Bustamante To Direct ‘República Luminosa’ For ‘Paper... — signals where Hollywood is headed.
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Peter Bart: Hollywood’s Dearth Of A Salesman Has Directors Struggling To Fill A Summertime Void
Hollywood will need some zealous promotion to sell its franchise-heavy summer movie season but also some hard work from taciturn filmmakers. The popcorn season was once a fever dream for studios who could call upon Bogart, Wayne, Elizabeth Taylor and Bette Davis to decorate th...
Deadline reports: Peter Bart: Hollywood’s Dearth Of A Salesman Has... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
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Valeska Grisebach’s ‘The Dreamed Adventure’ Lands Five-Minute Ovation Following Cannes Premiere
German filmmaker Valeska Grisebach has returned to feature filmmaking with The Dreamed Adventure, which debuted in the Grand Théâtre Lumière this afternoon in Cannes to a five-minute ovation. Set in a border town in southeastern Bulgaria, the film follows a woman who becomes ...
Why it matters: Valeska Grisebach’s ‘The Dreamed Adventure’ Lands Five-Minute Ovation... is generating industry buzz.
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PlayStation Plus Prices Are Increasing for New Subscribers Starting May 20
The "ongoing market conditions" are making gaming a very expensive hobby.
The big picture: PlayStation Plus Prices Are Increasing for New Subscribers... — signals a shift in how we use technology.
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watchOS 27’s rumored new Apple Watch face has me very intrigued
watchOS 27’s big reveal is just a few weeks away, and one rumor indicates it could add a new Apple Watch face that’s inspired by my all-time favorite option. Here’s why the rumor is especially intriguing. more…
The big picture: watchOS 27’s rumored new Apple Watch face has... — reshapes the tech landscape.
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Muck spreading ban to protect rivers doesn't work, new minister says
The regulations were championed by river campaigners but angered many farmers across Wales.
Why it matters: Muck spreading ban to protect rivers doesn't work,... could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
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Hollywood Climate Summit Sets Honorees For First Leadership Recognition Ceremony
Hollywood Climate Summit will honor model, actress, and environmental activist Quannah ChasingHorse, scientist and writer Dr. Ayana Elizabeth Johnson, Meredith Shea of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, and Universal Entertainment’s GreenerLight Program at its in...
Bottom line from Deadline: this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
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Google’s AI search is so broken it can ‘disregard’ what you’re looking for
Google's AI Overviews are running into an interesting problem right now. As of this writing, if you search for the term "disregard," instead of showing the usual AI-generated summary of search results, the AI Overview section instead includes a response like what you'd see fro...
Bottom line from The Verge: this may redefine how we interact with devices.
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AT&T will give you the new Razr+ flip phone for under $5 a month - no trade-in required
With this Memorial Day deal, AT&T is offering new and existing customers the 2026 Razr+ flip phone for just $4.43 per month. Here's what to know.
Why it matters: AT&T will give you the new Razr+ flip... could change how developers build software.
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Worst People Imaginable Freak Out Over Racist Plantation Game As Valve Watches From The Sidelines
Steam guidelines claim to ban 'content that is patently offensive or intended to shock or disgust viewers'
Bottom line from Kotaku: this signals what players want next.
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Chimpanzees' unusually protracted and vulnerable adolescences
For all the diversity of the human condition, one experience is almost universally painful: adolescence. It's also unusual. Most other species pass from puberty to adulthood quickly, but humans linger for years in a transitional state, not quite children but not quite adults, ...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this opens new research frontiers.
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Hidden for 100 years, bright pink shrub identified as new Australian species
Botanists at the University of New England (UNE) have formally described a new plant species endemic to northeastern New South Wales (NSW), ending more than a century of scientific misidentification. The research has been published in Telopea.
Phys.org reports: Hidden for 100 years, bright pink shrub identified... — this advances our understanding of the world.
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At 24, John Singleton Became the Youngest Director to Be Nominated for an Oscar — and He Only Got Better
A new Criterion boxed set collects three of Singleton's best features, reminding us of what we lost when the writer/director passed away at 51.
IndieWire reports: At 24, John Singleton Became the Youngest Director... — this is generating industry buzz.
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Mandalorian and Grogu: Star Wars Forgot Why the Cantina Scene Matters
This article contains minor spoilers for The Mandalorian and Grogu. At the climax of The Mandalorian and Grogu‘s first act, the odds stack up against Din Djarin. A horde of monsters floods into the gladiatorial arena to which he’s been sent, forcing Mando and Rotta the Hutt, t...
The big picture: Mandalorian and Grogu: Star Wars Forgot Why the... — signals changes in media consumption.
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20 Questions with Black Flag’s Edward Kenway
We sat down with Matt Ryan, who plays Edward Kenway in Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, to answer questions about the game, returning to the role 13 years later, and general pirate inquiries.
GameSpot reports: 20 Questions with Black Flag’s Edward Kenway — this is generating hype in the community.
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Pixel 10 Pro Fold long-term review: The even trickier second sequel [Video]
Another year, another spin at a foldable from Google, but as the Pixel 10 Pro Fold reaches six months on the market, just what is going well, and where could we get some improvements? more…
The big picture: Pixel 10 Pro Fold long-term review: The even... — signals a shift in how we use technology.
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Electric Mayhem Talk Taking Over the Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster With Kelly Clarkson, Jennifer Hudson & More at Disney World | Billboard News
Janice and Floyd Pepper from the Electric Mayhem talk about taking over the Rock n’ Roller Coaster starring the Muppets at Disney World, working with Kelly Clarkson and Jennifer Hudson on some of the songs, whether they were scared of the ride, their favorite Disney World snac...
Why it matters: Electric Mayhem Talk Taking Over the Rock ‘n’... taps into a cultural moment.
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How to watch the F1 Canadian Grand Prix
After a three-week break, Formula 1 racing is back this weekend with the peak of motorsport landing in Montreal, Canada. In the United States, Apple has exclusive streaming rights for all of F1 so you normally need an Apple TV subscription to watch. However, this weekend is...
9to5Mac reports: How to watch the F1 Canadian Grand Prix — this may redefine how we interact with devices.
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How to stop menu bar items being hidden behind the MacBook Pro notch
I am sometimes astonished that a company built on the notion of prioritizing the user experience is still capable of allowing some absurd UI oversights to remain unfixed through countless macOS generations. One of the most absurd examples to me is the fact that menu bar ite...
9to5Mac reports: How to stop menu bar items being hidden... — this reshapes the tech landscape.
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An ancient solar storm left clues in tree rings and a famous poet's diary: 'Red lights in the northern sky'
A Japanese poet wrote in his diary that "red lights" appeared in the sky over Kyoto. An analysis of tree rings suggests a powerful solar storm created the sight.
Space.com reports: An ancient solar storm left clues in tree... — this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
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Egg prices are plunging due to oversupply — and producers say margins are taking a hit as costs rise
Egg prices are plunging from oversupply after avian flu shortages, but producers say persistent feed, fuel and labor costs are squeezing margins.
Why it matters: Egg prices are plunging due to oversupply —... may shift market dynamics.
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Ed Sheeran Parts With Longtime Label Warner: ‘This Isn’t a Disgruntled Artist Situation’
“My life is hugely different now to what it was when I was a teenager, and I’ve been feeling in my gut for a long time that a lot of things in my professional life need to change,” he says
Bottom line from Rolling Stone: this could define this era of music.
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Lucian Grainge Chats New Spotify Partnership, AI & Likeness Rights at Greater Together LA Keynote
During Grainge’s keynote, he delved into details about UMG’s newly announced partnership with Spotify to allow for AI covers and remixes.
Why it matters: Lucian Grainge Chats New Spotify Partnership, AI &... is making waves across platforms.
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Tom Hardy Leaving ‘MobLand’ After Season 2 As Paramount+ Drama Eyes Season 3 Renewal
A Season 3 writers room is already underway on MobLand ahead of Paramount+’ drama’s Season 2 premiere, Deadline has learned. But if/when the series is renewed for a third season, it will be without one of its stars, Tom Hardy, who will not be returning, Deadline has confirmed....
Why it matters: Tom Hardy Leaving ‘MobLand’ After Season 2 As... signals where Hollywood is headed.
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‘The Testaments’ Star on That Violent Penultimate Episode: “She Spirals. I Didn’t Even Recognize Her”
Mattea Conforti talks to The Hollywood Reporter about Becca's bloody actions being driven by her love for Chase Infiniti's Agnes, and the questions she has after the season finale now that the 'Handmaid's Tale' sequel series has been renewed for season two.
Hollywood Reporter reports: ‘The Testaments’ Star on That Violent Penultimate Episode:... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
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‘The Dreamed Adventure’ Review: Valeska Grisebach’s Gangster Drama Is A Brutal Deep Dive Into Bulgaria’s Dark Past – Cannes Film Festival
German director Valeska Grisebach comes to Cannes in competition this year, nearly a decade after her Un Certain Regard entry Western, and the step up is well earned; The Dreamed Adventure — a title that doesn’t at all reflect the content — is a remarkable piece of work, a rea...
The big picture: ‘The Dreamed Adventure’ Review: Valeska Grisebach’s Gangster Drama... — may set a new benchmark for the genre.
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Where to find the Hakone Nanamagari touge race in Forza Horizon 6, and my tips to win it
Tune up your Toyota GR86 for the winding roads.
The big picture: Where to find the Hakone Nanamagari touge race... — reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
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‘The Dreamed Adventure’ Review: Valeska Grisebach’s Wildly Audacious Small-Town-Gangster Epic Harvests Genre From the Drama of Real Life
Sometimes, a movie sneaks up on you, sidling in like a lamb and striding out like a lion, revealing its brilliance only after you’ve brushed away the sand and grit of first impressions. Much more rarely — in fact, corresponding exactly to the release rate of movies by visionar...
The big picture: ‘The Dreamed Adventure’ Review: Valeska Grisebach’s Wildly Audacious... — signals where Hollywood is headed.
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After Collabs With Beyoncé and Advice From Quincy Jones, Leven Kali Wants to Inspire You
After a six-year break from solo work, the multi-instrumentalist and singer-songwriter renews his sound on his third LP LK99
Bottom line from Rolling Stone: this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
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‘Victorian Psycho’ Review: Maika Monroe Turns Freaky on Jason Isaacs and Ruth Wilson in a Grand Guignol Bloodbath That’s Unsure if It’s Horror or Comedy
Thomasin McKenzie also stars in Zachary Wigon’s tale of a governess serving carnage to the entire household of a Gothic manor, adapted from Virginia Feito’s novel.
The big picture: ‘Victorian Psycho’ Review: Maika Monroe Turns Freaky on... — is generating industry buzz.
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Chinese memory maker CXMT enters the mainstream consumer memory with Corsair Vengeance DDR5 kit — Chinese-made DRAM emerges as an antidote for crushing shortages
Is the answer to the RAM crisis Chinese-made DRAM that's much cheaper to source since those companies aren't tied up in AI data center contracts? It's too early to say yet, but when a manufacturer as big as Corsair starts using DDR5 modules from ChangXing Memory Technologies (...
Why it matters: Chinese memory maker CXMT enters the mainstream consumer... could change how developers build software.
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Deals: Best Buy updated Memorial day sale, Galaxy Fold 7 $800+ off, Surface Laptop 7 $500+ off, more
The 2026 Best Buy Memorial Day sale has now been updated, so has the Amazon event, and today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is ready to roll. You can score unlocked Galaxy Fold 7 units at up to $819 off at Best Buy again and we have clearance pricing landing on Microsoft’s Surface Lap...
Why it matters: Deals: Best Buy updated Memorial day sale, Galaxy... signals a shift in how we use technology.
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Indeed chief economist says we’re entering an era of ‘great mismatch’ thanks to a generational imbalance of workers
Svenja Gudell, chief economist at Indeed, says baby boomers are retiring at a speed and magnitude that young generations can’t replace.
Bottom line from Fortune: this could affect investors and consumers alike.
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Akamai Joins Growing Chorus of Vendors Betting Big on Secure Enterprise Browsers
When Akamai announced its LayerX acquisition, the company joined a growing list of vendors adding secure enterprise browsers to their product portfolios.
Why it matters: Akamai Joins Growing Chorus of Vendors Betting Big... highlights growing cyber threats.
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Former Prince Andrew Investigation Expands to Sexual Misconduct Allegations
“Misconduct in public office is a crime that can take different forms, making this a complex investigation,” police say in new update following Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s arrest
Why it matters: Former Prince Andrew Investigation Expands to Sexual Misconduct... could define this era of music.
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Hundreds of readers preordered the Fitbit Air with this deal - here's why
Our readers are loving this Fitbit Air preorder deal. We break down the details - and where you can grab the best offers.
The big picture: Hundreds of readers preordered the Fitbit Air with... — is one to watch for the industry.
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Hi-res microscopes give biologists petabytes of data. Scientists are creating an AI assistant to make sense of it
In a cramped, windowless room on the University of California, Berkeley, campus, two bespoke microscopes—each a Swiss Army knife for high-resolution imaging—operate around the clock gathering data that will help train a game-changing technology for the field of biology: AI.
The big picture: Hi-res microscopes give biologists petabytes of data. Scientists... — challenges existing scientific assumptions.
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Q&A: What can plant evolution teach people about breeding better crops?
Today (May 22) is United Nations International Day for Biological Diversity, drawing attention to a critical resource for developing crops that are resilient or resistant to extreme weather and other threats to their health, according to Jesse Lasky, associate professor of bio...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
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Google Pixel adds ‘Disco’ custom icons, and it’s a whole vibe [Gallery]
Google Pixel phones have custom icon packs now and, in the latest update, Google is adding a new “Disco” pack that’s… a choice. more…
The big picture: Google Pixel adds ‘Disco’ custom icons, and it’s... — reshapes the tech landscape.
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Ed Sheeran Exits Warner Music Group After 15 Years: ‘I Leave With So Much Love & Gratitude’
In a letter emailed to fans on Friday (May 22), Ed Sheeran detailed his reasons for leaving his record label.
Billboard reports: Ed Sheeran Exits Warner Music Group After 15... — this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
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Microsoft’s GitHub was positioned to win the AI coding race. Outages got in the way
GitHub's user base has swelled under Microsoft's ownership, but the software repository has fallen behind newer rivals in the world of vibe coding.
The big picture: Microsoft’s GitHub was positioned to win the AI... — may shift market dynamics.
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We tried Google’s AI glasses and they’re almost there
Google demoed prototype Android XR glasses that overlay Gemini-powered translation, navigation, and other information directly into your field of view.
Bottom line from TechCrunch: this may redefine how we interact with devices.
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Toad voice actor teases third Super Mario movie for 2029
It doesn’t take a genius to know that there’ll be a third movie for Super Mario at some point, but the voice of Toad has now indicated that another film will drop in 2029. Keegan-Michael Key, who voices Toad in The Super Mario Bros. Movie as well as The Super Mario Galaxy Movi...
Nintendo Everything reports: Toad voice actor teases third Super Mario movie... — this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
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Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth Director Promises More ‘Enjoyable’ Trophies In Part 3 And I Have Just One Request
Naoki Hamaguchi says his biggest regret in the last game was the overbearing trophy requirements
The big picture: Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth Director Promises More ‘Enjoyable’... — reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
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Isaiah Rashad on Choosing Radical Acceptance With New Album ‘It’s Been Awful’: ‘S—t Happens to Everybody’
The acclaimed TDE rapper has an open conversation with Billboard about his first LP in five years, and about his embrace of emotional transparency in the interim.
Why it matters: Isaiah Rashad on Choosing Radical Acceptance With New... shows where the music business is headed.
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Former US execs plead guilty to aiding tech support scammers
Two former executives of a call-tracking and analytics company pleaded guilty to concealing a years-long tech support fraud scheme that victimized individuals worldwide. [...]
Bottom line from BleepingComputer: this highlights growing cyber threats.
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Deals: AirPods Pro 3 Memorial Day deal back at $199, M5 MacBook Air Amazon low $199 off, iPad Air $400 off, Series 11, more
The AirPods Pro 3 at one of the best prices yet. Equally as notable, we also have the base 16GB/512GB 15-inch M5 MacBook Air hitting the Amazon all-time low at nearly $200 off, just after the 13-inch models returned to all-time lows at $150 off. The 46mm Apple Watch Series 11 ...
9to5Mac reports: Deals: AirPods Pro 3 Memorial Day deal back... — this could change how developers build software.
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Go Behind the Scenes of LE SSERAFIM’s ‘BOOMPALA’ Video Shoot
Check out some exclusive behind-the-scenes pics from the video shoot for LE SSERAFIM's "BOOMPALA" music video.
Why it matters: Go Behind the Scenes of LE SSERAFIM’s ‘BOOMPALA’... is making waves across platforms.
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Blake Lively Attends Fendi Party in New York City, RuPaul Premieres ‘Stop! That! Train!’ in L.A. and More Celeb Red Carpet Photos: May 2026
May started off hot as all the stars headed south to enjoy what Miami had to offer while the F1 Grand Prix was in town. Attention quickly turned to New York City, where the Met Gala took place on the first Monday in May. Co-chaired by Beyoncé, Nicole Kidman, Venus Williams and...
Variety reports: Blake Lively Attends Fendi Party in New York... — this is generating industry buzz.
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‘Reggie Dinkins’: How Tracy Morgan and His ‘30 Rock’ Pals Scored Another Touchdown
The team behind NBC hit sitcom talk about courting Daniel Radcliffe, getting a make-or-break buy-in from the NFL and the recurring gag straight from Tina Fey herself.
Hollywood Reporter reports: ‘Reggie Dinkins’: How Tracy Morgan and His ‘30... — this is generating industry buzz.
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Miley Cyrus Reveals Favorite ‘Hannah Montana’ Episode, Her Dream Cover Song and Advice for Younger Self: ‘Be Present Enough to Remember’
Hollywood is giving Miley Cyrus her flowers. On May 22, the Grammy winner and former Disney icon will receive a star on the Walk of Fame. The honor comes a couple months after the “Hannah Montana” 20th anniversary special, in which Cyrus suited up once again as the fictional p...
Why it matters: Miley Cyrus Reveals Favorite ‘Hannah Montana’ Episode, Her... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
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Google Wallet redesign launches as Google Pay lets you verify desktop purchases on Android
At I/O 2026, Google Wallet quietly announced and completed its big Android redesign. There are also new features for Google Pay and Wallet developers that end users will soon encounter. more…
9to5Google reports: Google Wallet redesign launches as Google Pay lets... — this may redefine how we interact with devices.
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Which company will the U.S. government take a stake in next? Here’s what traders think
After new stakes in quantum companies were revealed, traders on prediction market platform Kalshi think IonQ, Micron and Anduril could be next.
CNBC reports: Which company will the U.S. government take a... — this could affect investors and consumers alike.
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‘Saccharine’ Review: Natalie Erika James’ Gross-Out Body Horror Is Stuffed with Great Effects and Way Too Many Ideas
Midori Francis stars in the "Relic" filmmaker's latest, which trusts the actress to go to great, gory extremes.
Bottom line from IndieWire: this is generating industry buzz.
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Rumor: Sonic Frontiers: Definitive Edition Nintendo Switch 2 release date leaked
SEGA has yet to officially announce Sonic Frontiers: Definitive Edition, but the game’s release date has apparently been leaked. billbil-kun reports that the game will launch on June 23, 2026. We’re also hearing that it will cost $50 and a physical release is confirmed. Howeve...
Why it matters: Rumor: Sonic Frontiers: Definitive Edition Nintendo Switch 2... is generating hype in the community.
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Iran war leaves U.S. gas prices at highest levels in nearly four years ahead of Memorial Day
Global oil inventories are declining fast with just four to six weeks until gasoline, diesel and jet fuel prices shoot higher, analysts said.
Bottom line from CNBC: this could affect investors and consumers alike.
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We know precious little about Final Fantasy 7 Remake Part 3, but the trilogy lead just confirmed one of the series' most controversial characters is coming back
We don't even have an official name for the third entry in the Final Fantasy 7 Remake series yet, but already trilogy lead Naoki Hamaguchi is starting to tease what we're going to see in the game when it finally gets revealed. Read more
Eurogamer reports: We know precious little about Final Fantasy 7... — this signals what players want next.
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Amazon just slashed the price of Meta Ray-Ban smart glasses - up to 25% off
These Memorial Day deals on Meta smart glasses include the second-gen Ray-Bans and the Oakley HSTN models at some of the lowest prices we've seen.
Bottom line from ZDNet: this is one to watch for the industry.
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'What we’re building is grounded in consent, credit, and compensation for the artists and songwriters that take part': Planned Spotify AI tool can generate remixes and covers
I'm not really feeling this beat.
Bottom line from PC Gamer: this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
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Apple TV’s new Matthew McConaughey comedy series coming this fall
Apple TV has its best summer lineup ever kicking off soon, but now we know of a notable fall premiere too: a new Matthew McConaughey comedy series called Brothers. more…
Bottom line from 9to5Mac: this may redefine how we interact with devices.
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‘The Mandalorian and Grogu’ Munches on $12 Million in Thursday Previews
The Jon Favreau-directed feature is the first Star Wars title to play in theaters in seven years, and is already earning high audience scores after getting mostly dissed by critics.
The big picture: ‘The Mandalorian and Grogu’ Munches on $12 Million... — reflects evolving audience tastes.
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3 years on from laying off over 1,000 people, Hasbro and Wizards of the Coast are sending daily emails and physical letters encouraging the survivors to not unionise
Hey, at least the Pinkertons aren't involved yet.
The big picture: 3 years on from laying off over 1,000... — is generating hype in the community.
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Waymo reportedly pauses robotaxi service in 4 cities as cars drive into floods
Waymo has suspended service in a few cities down south because the cars don't know what to do about floods.
Why it matters: Waymo reportedly pauses robotaxi service in 4 cities... is one to watch for the industry.
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Rice feeds billions of people—but its role in fueling climate change is growing
Rice feeds more than half the world. From terraced paddies in Southeast Asia to irrigated fields in China and India, it underpins daily meals for billions of people.
The big picture: Rice feeds billions of people—but its role in... — advances our understanding of the world.
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Surge in 'risk-free' treasury yields sends bond investors in search of better opportunities
Treasury yield surge shows bond market is not 'risk free' after all, but there's opportunity for fixed-income investors in intermediates, BBBs and high yield.
The big picture: Surge in 'risk-free' treasury yields sends bond investors... — could affect investors and consumers alike.
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Rubio tries to reassure Nato allies over US troop deployments
President Donald Trump says he wants to send more troops to Poland, a week after his officials cancelled a similar deployment.
The big picture: Rubio tries to reassure Nato allies over US... — reflects broader geopolitical shifts.
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Stray Kids to Play Special Concert Series STRAYCITY in Latin America: Here Are the Dates
The September shows will coincide with the group's historic headlining set at Brazil's Rock in Rio.
Why it matters: Stray Kids to Play Special Concert Series STRAYCITY... could define this era of music.
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Thom Yorke Tells Music Executives to “Pull Your Finger Out” and Invest in New Artists: “Without Us, You Ain’t Shit!”
The Radiohead frontman took the industry to task during an acceptance speech at the 2026 Ivor Novello Awards. Thom Yorke Tells Music Executives to “Pull Your Finger Out” and Invest in New Artists: “Without Us, You Ain’t Shit!” Ben Kaye
The big picture: Thom Yorke Tells Music Executives to “Pull Your... — shows where the music business is headed.
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Mika Abdalla on Allie’s Season 1 Journey and Sweet Interactions With ‘Off Campus’ Fans
The 26-year-old unpacks all things season one, from Allie realizing what she wants as a character to getting to showcase a lot more of the cast than expected.
Hollywood Reporter reports: Mika Abdalla on Allie’s Season 1 Journey and... — this signals where Hollywood is headed.
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