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ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION at 30: Members Talk New Releases ‘Fujieda EP’ & ‘Skins,’ Making Music for a Fractured World, More
Billboard Japan spoke with the band about the making of Fujieda EP, the perspective behind "Skins" & their 30th-anniversary overseas shows.
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SpaceX Completes Mostly Successful Starship Rocket Flight
The 12th test flight of SpaceX’s gargantuan rocket launched on Friday evening and ended its journey in the Indian Ocean just over an hour later.
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Heist Comedy ‘Above the Line,’ Starring Sophia Ali and Cedric the Entertainer, Sets Release (Exclusive)
Quiver Distribution has acquired writer-director Jeffrey Scott Collins' feature that premiered at Sun Valley and also stars Reno Wilson, Jamie Lee and Dylan Playfair.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this reflects evolving audience tastes.
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Unannounced Apple headphones revealed in FCC documents
A new filing in the FCC database has revealed an unannounced Apple-made Bluetooth headphone. Here are the details. more…
Why it matters: Unannounced Apple headphones revealed in FCC documents could change how developers build software.
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The Bayeux Tapestry tells only the winner's story—but the other side can be found in old English texts
As the Bayeux Tapestry comes to London, the year 1066 and the Norman Conquest are in the spotlight. The tapestry—an embroidered cloth nearly 70 meters long, created soon after the events it depicts—tells the story of the Battle of Hastings in 1066 and William of Normandy's tri...
Phys.org reports: The Bayeux Tapestry tells only the winner's story—but... — this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
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Missing ‘Virgin River’ Actor Stewart McLean Found Dead
Canada's Integrated Homicide Investigation Team announced on Friday that McLean's remains were found in the Lions Bay area, per People.
Why it matters: Missing ‘Virgin River’ Actor Stewart McLean Found Dead may set a new benchmark for the genre.
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My Nintendo adds Super Mario – Yoshi Egg Zipper Pouch
The latest physical reward is now available on My Nintendo, which is the Super Mario – Yoshi Egg Zipper Pouch. The reward comes just ahead of the launch of Yoshi and the Mysterious Book. For those wondering, it measures 9.75″ x 4″. Here’s the official description from Nintendo...
Bottom line from Nintendo Everything: this may set a new standard for the genre.
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Zendaya Recalls Juggling ‘Euphoria’, ‘The Odyssey’ & ‘Dune: Part Three’ Filming: “I Was So Tired”
It’s a big year for Zendaya, with four movies and a long-anticipated third season of her hit show. The Golden Globe winner recently recalled juggling production on Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey, Denis Villeneuve’s Dune: Part Three and the third season of HBO’s Euphoria. “I r...
Why it matters: Zendaya Recalls Juggling ‘Euphoria’, ‘The Odyssey’ & ‘Dune:... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
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‘The Boroughs’ Creators Will Matthews And Jeffrey Addiss Unpack Finale & How They Wanted To “Crack The Door” For Future Seasons
SPOILER ALERT: This post spoils the entirety of the first season of The Boroughs now on Netflix. The tight-knit group of neighbors in the eponymous retirement community where The Boroughs takes place have mostly survived the show’s first season, but not completely unscathed. C...
The big picture: ‘The Boroughs’ Creators Will Matthews And Jeffrey Addiss... — is generating industry buzz.
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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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Wildfire risk is now spreading to cool climates like the Scottish Highlands and Irish uplands
The most destructive wildfire season on record in Europe was in 2025, with more than 1 million hectares burned and tens of thousands of people displaced by fires across the continent.
Bottom line from Phys.org: this opens new research frontiers.
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SpaceX just launched Starship V3 — its most powerful megarocket yet — into space for the 1st time in spectacular Flight 12 test (video)
SpaceX's Starship V3, the most powerful rocket ever built, just roared off its launch pad in a spectacular show of power and technology.
The big picture: SpaceX just launched Starship V3 — its most... — opens new research frontiers.
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Paul McCartney Explores His Ever-Present Past in ‘The Boys of Dungeon Lane,’ a Delightful Return to Wings-Era Form: Album Review
Paul McCartney is a master of the fake-out. The first feint around his new album, “The Boys of Dungeon Lane,” came when he released “Days We Left Behind” as the first single, an exceedingly gentle and wistful ballad that allowed for the possibility that the whole LP might be a...
Bottom line from Variety: this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
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Paramount Assembles Legal Team to Defend Warner Bros. Deal
Jeffrey Kessler will work alongside former federal prosecutors Makan Delrahim and David Gelfand. The big-name antitrust lawyer is known for taking on plaintiff-side antitrust work and won pivotal competition cases against the NCAA and Live Nation.
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Hamilton: Collector’s Edition Buying Guide
Hamilton: Collector's Edition (4K Blu-ray) $80 | Releases June 16 Preorder at Amazon View at other stores Preorder at Walmart Hamilton has...
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Secretlab Gaming Chairs And Desks Are Getting Big Memorial Day Discounts
Secretlab is responsible for many of our favorite gaming chairs--though their hefty prices can turn away frugal shoppers. But from now until June 2, the company is running a Memorial Day Sale that saves you $100 on select Titan Evo models. Beyond chairs, the popular Magnus Pro...
GameSpot reports: Secretlab Gaming Chairs And Desks Are Getting Big... — this may set a new standard for the genre.
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The space race to create gym equipment for future astronauts
Scientists are attempting to build exercise equipment to be used on future space flights.
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‘Bait’ Team on the Show’s James Bond Plotline and Depicting Inner Struggle: ‘Being Muslim in the West Feels Like You’re Stuck in a Spy Thriller’
The team behind Prime Video’s limited series “Bait” — which follows a British-Pakistani actor as he auditions for the role of James Bond and faces backlash from the public and his family —came together for a panel discussion at the Hammer Museum in Los Angeles to offer audienc...
Variety reports: ‘Bait’ Team on the Show’s James Bond Plotline... — this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
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CAA Expands Annual Emerging Filmmakers Showcase with Launch of Workshops and Networking Conversations
Creative Artists Agency’s 11th annual CAA Moebius showcase, a two-day screening series of undergraduate and graduate student filmmakers, will take place May 27 to May 28. Accompanying this year’s showcase is the launch of Moebius Labs, a series of workshops and moderated conve...
Bottom line from Variety: this is generating industry buzz.
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‘Obsession’ Star Megan Lawless Unpacks Sarah’s Big Scene: “I Knew It Would Stick With Audiences”
The actress also opens up about her character's unresolved feelings for Bear (Michael Johnston), Nikki (Inde Navarrette) transforming her appearance to look like Sarah in the film's final moments and the discourse surrounding the movie's true villain.
Why it matters: ‘Obsession’ Star Megan Lawless Unpacks Sarah’s Big Scene:... reflects evolving audience tastes.
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‘The Birthday Party’ Review: A Dazzlingly Melancholy Monica Bellucci Powers Léa Mysius’ Predictable but Superbly Directed Home Invasion Thriller
A birthday celebration turns into hell on Earth in this tensely crafted thriller where the production values elevate conventional material.
Why it matters: ‘The Birthday Party’ Review: A Dazzlingly Melancholy Monica... signals where Hollywood is headed.
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‘Stranger Things’ Duffer Brothers & Shawn Levy Donate Eleven’s Pink Dress To The Smithsonian
Stranger Things has marked a lot of firsts for Netflix: it became the first original series to become a global hit and cultural phenomenon, the first series owned by the streamer and the first title Netflix has been able to turn into a licensing bonanza with a slew of consumer...
Why it matters: ‘Stranger Things’ Duffer Brothers & Shawn Levy Donate... could reshape the box office conversation.
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Here’s What to Buy During the Massive Men’s Wearhouse Memorial Day Sale
From suits to summer shirts, the Men’s Wearhouse sale section is stacked with great deals right now
Rolling Stone reports: Here’s What to Buy During the Massive Men’s... — this shows where the music business is headed.
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Phil Collins Says He Declined to Perform at Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, but Would “Contemplate” Future Live Performances
The Oscar-winning musician shared a health update in a new interview: "I'm healthier now than I have been for quite a while."
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this signals where Hollywood is headed.
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Mena Suvari, Jean Evans, Steph Tolev to Star in Teen Body-Swap Comedy ‘The Incredible Edible’ (Exclusive)
Jake Picking and Rodney J. Hobbs also star in writer-director Jenna Milly's feature about a valedictorian whose last day before graduation does not goes as planned.
Why it matters: Mena Suvari, Jean Evans, Steph Tolev to Star... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
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My Arms are Longer Now announced for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch
Jackbox Games, along with Toot Games, today announced the upcoming title My Arms are Longer Now. The project is planned for both Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch with a 2026 release. Jackbox is known for the Jackbox Party Pack series, but is now giving the publishing route a shot....
The big picture: My Arms are Longer Now announced for Nintendo... — is generating hype in the community.
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Blue and fin whale sightings on the rise in the Southeast Atlantic
More than 40 years after the end of commercial whaling, new research reveals a recent increase in sightings of the world's two largest whale species in the southeastern Atlantic. The findings, published in the African Journal of Marine Science, compile more than 60 years of co...
Phys.org reports: Blue and fin whale sightings on the rise... — this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
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'Speed, money and compassion' - lessons from an Ebola survivor and other experts
Those caught up in West Africa's Ebola outbreak a decade ago on how best to tackle the current epidemic.
BBC World reports: 'Speed, money and compassion' - lessons from an... — this demands attention beyond borders.
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AI is being used to resurrect the voices of dead pilots
People used AI on a spectrogram image of cockpit recordings to reconstruct them, forcing the NTSB to temporarily block access to its docket system.
Bottom line from TechCrunch: this could change how developers build software.
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‘Is God Is’ Writer/Director Doesn’t Want To Be Seen As “Poor Man’s Tarantino”
As Aleshea Harris makes her feature directorial debut, she’s establishing her own cinematic style, which pulls from many influences. The Is God Is writer/director recently noted that despite several comparisons to Quentin Tarantino, she’s trying to do “my own thing” with the S...
Deadline reports: ‘Is God Is’ Writer/Director Doesn’t Want To Be... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
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Today’s Wordle answer and hints for #1799 on May 23
There's no need to lose your streak - here's the 'Wordle' answer for today The post Today’s Wordle answer and hints for #1799 on May 23 appeared first on NME.
Why it matters: Today’s Wordle answer and hints for #1799 on... reflects the changing sound of the industry.
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‘Connections’ answers and hints for today, May 23
Here are hints, groups and answers for 'Connections' #1077 The post ‘Connections’ answers and hints for today, May 23 appeared first on NME.
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‘Dutton Ranch’ Episode 3: Rip’s Cattle Might Be Ruined by Anti-Vaxxers and Carter Avoids Getting Murdered After Peeing on a Truck
SPOILER ALERT: This post contains spoilers from the third episode of “Dutton Ranch,” “Act of God Business,” which is now streaming on Paramount+. After last week’s pair of series premiere episodes, we’re deep into the thick of this season’s action. Rip (Cole Hauser) has alread...
Bottom line from Variety: this reflects evolving audience tastes.
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Google defends its Safari deal with Apple in antitrust ruling appeal
In a filing made today appealing the antitrust ruling against its search business, Google argues that its long-running deal with Apple reflects lawful competition, not anticompetitive exclusion. Here are the details. more…
Why it matters: Google defends its Safari deal with Apple in... is one to watch for the industry.
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Shock, tears, and relief: How Destiny 2's most popular creators reacted to the end of the legendary shooter
"I thought I would be ready to hear something like this, but I guess I'm just not," said popular streamer Datto.
Bottom line from PC Gamer: this may set a new standard for the genre.
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SpaceX launches Starship V3 for the first time, but loses booster on return
The company had a mostly successful first launch of its upgraded Starship V3, which it needs to power its many ambitious goals in the years to come.
TechCrunch reports: SpaceX launches Starship V3 for the first time,... — this is one to watch for the industry.
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Four Russian satellites are now within striking distance of an ICEYE radarsat
"This capability is not common for satellites conducting typical missions."
Why it matters: Four Russian satellites are now within striking distance... may redefine how we interact with devices.
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How ‘Epic Ride: The Story of Universal’s Theme Parks’ Docuseries Captures the Race to Meet Opening Day Deadline
Showrunner and director John Marks recalls the first time he set foot in Epic Universe. It was late October 2024, six months before the theme park opened to the public. “It was bewitching,” he says. That very feeling is what he wanted to capture for viewers when he was pitched...
Why it matters: How ‘Epic Ride: The Story of Universal’s Theme... signals where Hollywood is headed.
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Disney's 'Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu' tallies lowest Thursday preview sales in franchise history
Disney's "Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu" tallied $12 million in Thursday night previews, the lowest collection of advance tickets in franchise history.
Why it matters: Disney's 'Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu' tallies... may shift market dynamics.
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Last Flag studio lays off half its employees as it puts 'the future of the game in the hands of our players'
Night Street Games said earlier this month that it will not be pursuing future development of its CTF shooter.
PC Gamer reports: Last Flag studio lays off half its employees... — this may set a new standard for the genre.
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Imaging ellipsometry tracks MXene thin-film quality during fabrication without damage
A German–Israeli research team led by Dr. Andreas Furchner has demonstrated how imaging ellipsometry enables non-destructive characterization and quality control of microstructured MXene thin films during device fabrication. The authors used two complementary ellipsometry appr...
Why it matters: Imaging ellipsometry tracks MXene thin-film quality during fabrication... adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
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Julia Roberts To Star In And Produce Movie Version Of Katy Hays’ Novel ‘Home Economics’ As 3000 Pictures Lands Rights
EXCLUSIVE: Sony’s 3000 Pictures has acquired rights to Katy Hays’ forthcoming novel Home Economics, with Oscar winner Julia Roberts attached to star. Roberts will also produce along with partners Lisa Roberts Gillan and Marisa Yeres Gill through their Red Om Films label alongs...
Deadline reports: Julia Roberts To Star In And Produce Movie... — this signals where Hollywood is headed.
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Fatal Fury Is Getting The Definitive History Book Fans Have Waited Decades For
Fatal Fury: The Ultimate History $48 See at Bitmap Books Fatal Fury: The Ultimate History Collector's Edition $77 See at Bitmap Books Bitmap Books has unveile...
Bottom line from GameSpot: this signals what players want next.
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‘Star Wars: Mandalorian And Grogu’ Eyeing $90M 4-Day Opening Bounty – Friday Afternoon Box Office Update
FRIDAY AFTERNOON: Lucasfilm/Disney’s Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu is on a journey similar to the 2018 Memorial Day pic Solo: A Star Wars Story. Friday and previews is looking like $34M for the Jon Favreau-directed feature (Solo did $35.3M), which will translate to abou...
Deadline reports: ‘Star Wars: Mandalorian And Grogu’ Eyeing $90M 4-Day... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
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‘The Boys’ Star Erin Moriarty Thought She Was “Dying” While Filming Final Season Amid Graves Disease Symptoms: “Physical Hell”
With Starlight getting her happy ever after in The Boys finale, Erin Moriarty is opening up about the realities of being mortal. The actress, who shared her Graves’ disease diagnosis last year while filming the fifth and final season of the Prime Video series, detailed the “ph...
Deadline reports: ‘The Boys’ Star Erin Moriarty Thought She Was... — this is generating industry buzz.
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Gemini app for Mac adding ‘Spark’ agent and voice control this summer
At I/O 2026, Google previewed two major features for the Gemini app on macOS that are coming this summer. more…
Why it matters: Gemini app for Mac adding ‘Spark’ agent and... is one to watch for the industry.
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‘Survivor’ Boss Jeff Probst Says Kalshi and Polymarket Are ‘Incentivizing People to Lie, Cheat and Steal’; Kalshi Is Now Considering Measures to Prevent Spoilers (EXCLUSIVE)
Jeff Probst is slamming prediction market platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket for allowing users to make trades about who won “Survivor” Season 50, saying that the companies are “incentivizing people to lie, cheat and steal to get ahead.” “They have figured out a way to capit...
Why it matters: ‘Survivor’ Boss Jeff Probst Says Kalshi and Polymarket... signals where Hollywood is headed.
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Understanding the mechanisms of collective cell movement
Like schools of fish and flocks of birds, our cells can also migrate collectively in coordination with their neighbors. This harmonious movement of cells occurs during embryonic development, wound healing, and cancer metastasis. However, since individual cells can only sense l...
Why it matters: Understanding the mechanisms of collective cell movement could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
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Two top Walmart executives leave company under new CEO John Furner
Tom Ward, chief operating officer of Walmart's warehouse chain Sam's Club, is retiring, and Cedric Clark, Walmart's EVP of U.S. store operations, is leaving.
Bottom line from CNBC: this signals changing business strategies.
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Expedition 33’s Esquie Gets The Nendoroid Treatment
Clair Obscur - Expedition 33 Esquie Nendoroid Figure $46 | Releases April 1-June 30, 2027 Preorder at Good Smile Expedition 33 swept just about every award ceremony after catapulting its way to the top of so many Game of the Year...
Why it matters: Expedition 33’s Esquie Gets The Nendoroid Treatment is generating hype in the community.
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Gruv’s Latest Sale Is A Goldmine For 4K Blu-Ray And Steelbook Fans
Physical media has made a big comeback in recent years, and if you're looking to beef up your movie collection, you'll want to check out Gruv's massive new sale on Blu-rays. The extremely time-limited promotion is offering big discounts on all kinds of Blu-rays, but you only h...
Bottom line from GameSpot: this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
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This Xbox Series X Bundle Includes Forza Horizon 6 And A Controller For Free
We're living in a strange time where current-gen video game consoles have only gotten more expensive, not cheaper. Fortunately, the Xbox Series X Forza Horizon 6 Bundle from Best Buy is a good deal at $648. You get a powerful Xbox to enjoy one of this year's hottest racing gam...
The big picture: This Xbox Series X Bundle Includes Forza Horizon... — reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
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‘The Mandalorian & Grogu’ Won’t Lose Money. It May Not Rescue ‘Star Wars’ Either
Disney insiders break down how the feature will end up in the black. But if it can't also broaden out the audience, do the optics further hurt a franchise whose core fandom has become increasingly discontent?
Hollywood Reporter reports: ‘The Mandalorian & Grogu’ Won’t Lose Money. It... — this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
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WWE Superstar Alexa Bliss Signs With Prototype Talent Agency
EXCLUSIVE: WWE Superstar Alexa Bliss has signed with Prototype Talent Agency for representation in all areas. Born Lexi Kaufman, Bliss has reached the pinnacle of her wrestling as a 5-time WWE Women’s Champion as well as a two-time WWE Women’s Tag Team Champion. She can be see...
The big picture: WWE Superstar Alexa Bliss Signs With Prototype Talent... — is generating industry buzz.
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Just outside Jupiter, one region may have forged six meteorite parent bodies
When the solar system formed, a disk of gas and dust orbited the young sun. Over the course of millions of years, the dust gradually clumped together to form kilometer-sized chunks known as planetesimals. Some grew into planets, while the rest are considered to be the precurso...
Phys.org reports: Just outside Jupiter, one region may have forged... — this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
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Zach Braff on Keeping the ‘Scrubs’ Revival Grounded and Appealing to Its Passionate Fan Base: ‘There Was a Lot of Pressure’
Zach Braff remembers the moment that the original run of “Scrubs” might have veered too far in its flights of fancy. “There’s an episode where JD and Turk are pushed into a tree by ostriches who are guarding Jason Bateman’s house,” Braff recalls. “He has an ostrich farm and he...
Variety reports: Zach Braff on Keeping the ‘Scrubs’ Revival Grounded... — this could reshape the box office conversation.
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‘Once Upon a Time in Harlem’: Why William Greaves Didn’t Finish What He Considered His Most Important Film
Cannes: The groundbreaking director believed the 1972 Harlem Renaissance gathering was the best thing he’d ever shot, but his son David discusses finishing the film after he died.
IndieWire reports: ‘Once Upon a Time in Harlem’: Why William... — this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
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Stay productive all summer long and beyond with this $30 Microsoft Office license
Lock in major savings on a lifetime license for Microsoft Office Professional 2021 for Windows.
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Are AdultFriendFinder’s messaging tools actually safe for swapping nudes?
We took an honest look at AdultFriendFinder's pros and cons as a platform for exchanging nudes from a privacy perspective. Here's what you need to know:
Why it matters: Are AdultFriendFinder’s messaging tools actually safe for swapping... may redefine how we interact with devices.
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5 hookup apps and sites deemed legit by users
Here are five hookup sites and apps that are extremely popular among their own users, and what makes them so special.
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Nicolas Winding Refn Reviving ‘Maniac Cop’ As His Next Feature Post Cannes Premiere Of ‘Her Private Hell’; Mubi & Goodfellas Onboard
EXCLUSIVE, Updated with details: Hot off a 12-minute standing ovation earlier this week at Cannes with his first directorial in ten years, Nicolas Winding Refn, has already set sights on his next directing gig, his long-in-the-works Maniac Cop with Mubi and Goodfellas. Origina...
Why it matters: Nicolas Winding Refn Reviving ‘Maniac Cop’ As His... could reshape the box office conversation.
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Judge dismisses criminal case against Kilmar Abrego Garcia
A federal judge says the Maryland man who was wrongfully deported last year is being prosecuted for political reasons.
Why it matters: Judge dismisses criminal case against Kilmar Abrego Garcia demands attention beyond borders.
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Dick Parry Dies: Sax Player On Pink Floyd Classics ‘Dark Side of the Moon’ & ‘Wish You Were Here’ Was 83
Dick Parry, whose saxophone solos on Pink Floyd’s classic albums The Dark Side of the Moon and Wish You Were Here helped places such songs as “Money”, “Us and Them” and “Shine On You Crazy Diamond” in the classic rock firmament, died May 22. He was 83. His death was announced ...
Why it matters: Dick Parry Dies: Sax Player On Pink Floyd... could reshape the box office conversation.
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WhatsApp is working on a centralized interface showing which contacts are online
The latest WhatsApp beta for iPhone includes references to a new contacts hub that will make it easier to see who is online and who was active recently. Here are the details. more…
Bottom line from 9to5Mac: this reshapes the tech landscape.
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Where Did All The Fortnite Leaks Go?
Even though I pay attention to these things for a living, I almost didn't realize that Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 3 was coming up so quickly. It's just two weeks away now, with Season 3 slated to launch on June 6, and we really don't know anything about it. And that's because t...
GameSpot reports: Where Did All The Fortnite Leaks Go? — this could shake up the gaming landscape.
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We're 'green chemists'—why we think this emerging science can transform the way the world uses its resources
Society depends on chemistry far more than we consciously realize, from medicines to energy to electronics. However, chemistry is viewed with as much apprehension as gratitude, because of the pollution and health problems that some chemicals cause.
Phys.org reports: We're 'green chemists'—why we think this emerging science... — this opens new research frontiers.
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Why we live alone—and what it means for the climate and our sense of community
Solo living in your own home places a greater strain on the planet's resources than living with others, as everyone needs their own appliances—a toaster, a washing machine and so on. The Nordic countries stand out: Almost half of all households are solo-living households. Sust...
The big picture: Why we live alone—and what it means for... — could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
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Fallout lead Tim Cain argues games industry crisis hasn't reached the level of the 1983 crash: 'I don't think there's ever been a worse time in the games industry'
He doesn't want to diminish the current crisis, though.
PC Gamer reports: Fallout lead Tim Cain argues games industry crisis... — this could shake up the gaming landscape.
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Blue Origin cleared to fly New Glenn mega-rocket after April mishap
Jeff Bezos' rocket company confirmed an engine failure led to the loss of an AST SpaceMobile satellite last month, but offered little detail.
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Gradient Google icon redesign rolling out on Android, iOS, & web [U]
Following our report last month, Google is beginning to roll out its gradient icon redesign for Workspace apps. more…
9to5Google reports: Gradient Google icon redesign rolling out on Android,... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
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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.
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Everyone Online Is Convinced This Retired Admiral Just Wore A Mask On Live TV
Hey, what's up with that weird, dark spot that looks like a hole on Robert Harward's neck?
The big picture: Everyone Online Is Convinced This Retired Admiral Just... — reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
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HomeKit Weekly: Why the Aqara G5 Pro remains one of the best outdoor HomeKit cameras
The challenge with HomeKit Secure Video is that the manufacturer sees no option for recurring revenue, so I suspect that might be part of the holdup for many new cameras (on top of the lack of new features). When Aqara originally released the Aqara Camera Hub G5 Pro with HomeK...
Why it matters: HomeKit Weekly: Why the Aqara G5 Pro remains... may redefine how we interact with devices.
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Rugrats: Retro Rewind Collection launch trailer – new bundle of classics on Nintendo Switch
Coinciding with the launch of Rugrats: Retro Rewind Collection on Nintendo Switch today, we have the launch trailer. You’ll be getting six games (technically eight with different versions) here along with some modern features. Here’s the full lowdown: Hold onto your diapers! ...
Bottom line from Nintendo Everything: this may set a new standard for the genre.
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From decades to years - AI could speed search for brain drugs hiding in plain sight
Researchers hope the work will help identify affordable, effective drugs to treat conditions like MND.
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Netflix Nabs Spec Script for Nuclear Weapons Thriller ‘Run the Football’ From ‘The Batman’ Producer (Exclusive)
Josh and Spencer Marentette, who also have an action feature set up at Amazon, penned the screenplay.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this is generating industry buzz.
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AirPods Pro 3 Drop to $199 to Lead Best Memorial Day AirPods Sales
Save big on Apple's entire wireless audio lineup, from budget-friendly earbuds to premium over-ear headphones. AirPods Pro 3 Drop to $199 to Lead Best Memorial Day AirPods Sales Eddie Fu
The big picture: AirPods Pro 3 Drop to $199 to Lead... — is making waves across platforms.
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‘Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan: Ghost War’ Review: John Krasinski Reprises Role in Shrug-Worthy Prime Video Movie
Sienna Miller, Wendell Pierce and Michael Kelly also appear in the film follow-up to the hit action series.
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Stephen Colbert’s ‘The Late Show’ Finale Pulls Record-Setting 6.74 Million Viewers
It marks the show’s most-watched weeknight episode of all time
Rolling Stone reports: Stephen Colbert’s ‘The Late Show’ Finale Pulls Record-Setting... — this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
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Emmys: Outstanding Variety Series — The New Rules That Could Produce Four Winners and a Potential ‘SNL’ Snub
Variety Awards Circuit section is the home for all awards news and related content throughout the year, featuring the following: the official predictions for the upcoming Oscars, Emmys, Grammys and Tony Awards ceremonies, curated by Variety chief awards editor Clayton Davis. T...
Variety reports: Emmys: Outstanding Variety Series — The New Rules... — this signals where Hollywood is headed.
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Sony WH-1000XM5 Drops Below $250 to Lead the Best Memorial Day Headphone Sales
Bose headphones and Apple AirPods are also heavily discounted. Sony WH-1000XM5 Drops Below $250 to Lead the Best Memorial Day Headphone Sales Eddie Fu
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NCT’s TAEYONG on His Evolution & Letting Instinct Lead While Making ‘WYLD’: ‘I Just Do What I Want’
Following two years in the military, the leader of K-pop's experimental clan explains why his first studio album is symbolic of freedom and growth.
Billboard reports: NCT’s TAEYONG on His Evolution & Letting Instinct... — this taps into a cultural moment.
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Rob Base, ‘It Takes Two’ Rapper, Dies at 59
Rob Base, one-half of Rob Base & DJ E-Z Rock, who was best known for the hit “It Takes Two,” has died. He was 59. The rapper, who celebrated his 59th birthday just four days ago, died on May 22 while surrounded by family after a private battle with cancer. “Rob’s music, energy...
Why it matters: Rob Base, ‘It Takes Two’ Rapper, Dies at... signals where Hollywood is headed.
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Staff Picks: Best Songs of the Week May 16th – May 22nd
Great new tracks from Aja Monet, Eilish Constance, Liquid Mike, Swapmeet, Veeze, and more. Staff Picks: Best Songs of the Week May 16th – May 22nd Consequence Staff
Bottom line from Consequence of Sound: this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
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Making biomolecules glow: New dye solves imaging interference problem
Biomolecules, also known as organic molecules, include sugars, proteins and lipids and are the building blocks of all life. They play a role in the structure and metabolism of all living organisms. To make them visible under a microscope, researchers use special dyes to make t...
Phys.org reports: Making biomolecules glow: New dye solves imaging interference... — this opens new research frontiers.
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West Coast Get Down Jazz Trombonist & Kendrick Lamar Collaborator Ryan Porter Dead at 46
Bandmate Tony Austin said Porter was involved in a "severe car accident" in April.
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Trump FCC asks public to comment on whether ABC's The View is a news show
FCC seeks opinions on whether ABC show's decisions are "based on newsworthiness."
Ars Technica reports: Trump FCC asks public to comment on whether... — this may redefine how we interact with devices.
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Cannes Un Certain Regard Winners: Sandra Wollner’s ‘Everytime’ Takes Top Prize
Austrian filmmaker Sandra Wollner’s third feature Everytime has scooped the top Jury Prize in Cannes Un Certain Regard. The drama revolves around a family coming to terms with loss when the eldest daughter’s night of partying with her boyfriend takes a deadly turn on the eve o...
Bottom line from Deadline: this could reshape the box office conversation.
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Save on your favorite tech over the 2026 Memorial Day weekend — grab deals on GPUs, gaming laptops, OLED monitors, and more
Our favorite tech deals over the Memorial Day 2026 sales. PC components, Gaming PCs, Gaming Laptops, and Peripherals at discounted prices.
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Best Buy and Amazon just dropped prices on SSDs ahead of Memorial Day - I found the best deals
Retailers like Amazon and Best Buy are offering steep discounts on high-capacity SSDs ahead of Memorial Day.
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Trump skipping wedding of son Donald Jr. to Bettina Anderson
Donald Trump Jr. was previously married to Vanessa Trump, with whom he has five children. She disclosed this week that she has breast cancer.
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New lawsuits against Trump's DOJ 'lawfare' fund
President Trump droppped his $10 billion lawsuit against the IRS in exchange for the DOJ creating a $1.8 billion fund to compensate alleged "lawfare" victims.
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Novel porous gel changes color, shrinks and hardens when it detects target molecules
Researchers at Kyoto University and Tohoku University have developed a new porous polymer gel that selectively recognizes specific molecules (referred to as "guests" in the study) through coordination chemistry and converts these invisible molecular-scale interactions into str...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
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Why Director Boots Riley Embraced ‘Jankiness’ and an Indie Spirit to Make ‘I Love Boosters’
Writer and director Boots Riley tells IndieWire why "pulling a Peter Greenaway" is important to creating the visual stories he wants to tell.
IndieWire reports: Why Director Boots Riley Embraced ‘Jankiness’ and an... — this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
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How Grab’s CTO sees the superapp’s push into physical AI and automated driving—and why he uses his competitors’ robots in the office
“If you go to the Grab office now, you'll see robots from other companies as well. We use a 1+n strategy which keeps us on our toes.”
Fortune reports: How Grab’s CTO sees the superapp’s push into... — this reflects a broader economic trend.
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Carney says Alberta is 'essential' to Canada as province plans vote on separation
Alberta's decision to hold a referendum on separation has been widely criticised, including by separatists who say the question is not definitive enough.
Bottom line from BBC World: this could reshape the global order.
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Everything We Know About Christopher Nolan’s Next Film – ‘The Odyssey’: Release Date, Cast And More
Following his Oscar-winning feature film Oppenheimer (2024) which swept the Best Picture, Best Director, Best Lead Actor, Best Score and more categories at the 96th annual Academy Awards, Christopher Nolan’s next project is taking shape. Read on for everything we know about th...
Bottom line from Deadline: this reflects evolving audience tastes.
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Qualcomm's stock pop shows investors are 'waking up' to boom in AI devices
Qualcomm is on a big run, powered by investor bullishness that the company will be at the center of a boom in AI devices.
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Gaza flotilla activists allege abuse by Israeli forces while detained
The detainees say they were slapped, hit, humiliated and even subjected to sexual violence, but Israel's prison service says the allegations are false.
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These are the best early Memorial Day 2026 TV deals I've found so far
Save hundreds on some of our most highly reviewed TVs from Samsung, LG, and more ahead of Memorial Day.
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Christian Nodal Raises the White Flag on New Album, ‘Bandera Blanca’: All Tracks Ranked
From "Incompatibles" to "Una Mujer Como la Suya" and more, discover how we ranked the 13 songs on the LP — all the way to our very favorite.
Bottom line from Billboard: this is making waves across platforms.
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Apple shares iPhone and Mac post-quantum cryptography code on GitHub
Apple today published new corecrypto source code on GitHub, alongside a detailed technical post explaining the intricate work behind its post-quantum cryptography efforts across iPhone, Mac, and more. Here are the details. more…
Why it matters: Apple shares iPhone and Mac post-quantum cryptography code... may redefine how we interact with devices.
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Paul McCartney closes final-ever ‘Colbert’ episode with surprise ‘Hello, Goodbye’ performance
He also poignantly turned out the lights on the Ed Sullivan Theatre, 62 years after The Beatles' legendary appearance there The post Paul McCartney closes final-ever ‘Colbert’ episode with surprise ‘Hello, Goodbye’ performance appeared first on NME.
The big picture: Paul McCartney closes final-ever ‘Colbert’ episode with surprise... — shows where the music business is headed.
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Tech billionaires convinced Trump to back off an AI executive order. But much of MAGA favors AI regulation
Former AI czar David Sacks along with Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg swayed Trump against the executive order
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How VCs and founders use inflated ‘ARR’ to crown AI startups
Some AI startups are stretching traditional revenue metrics when talking about progress publicly. And their investors are fully aware.
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Nickelate reveals nodeless gap, providing key clue to high-temperature superconductivity
The mechanism of high-temperature (TC) superconductivity is a key challenge in condensed matter physics. Recently, Chinese scientists made significant progress in the study of high-TC nickelate superconductors.
Bottom line from Phys.org: this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
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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. Earlier on Friday, if you searched for the term "disregard," the AI Overview section would include a response like what you'd see from a more traditional AI chatbot instead of the typical AI summary, as s...
Bottom line from The Verge: this may redefine how we interact with devices.
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Judge tosses Kilmar Abrego Garcia charges, calls Trump administration prosecution 'vindictive'
A judge found Trump’s DOJ targeted Kilmar Abrego Garcia after he challenged his mistaken deportation to El Salvador.
The big picture: Judge tosses Kilmar Abrego Garcia charges, calls Trump... — signals changing business strategies.
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Kitty Bruce, Daughter of Comedian Lenny Bruce, Dies at 70
Kitty Bruce, the daughter of comedian Lenny Bruce and Harriett “Honey” Bruce, died May 13 in Pittston, Pennsylvania, following complications from a surgical procedure, her family confirmed to Variety. She was 70. “On November 7, 1955, Kitty was born into a life that was anyth...
Why it matters: Kitty Bruce, Daughter of Comedian Lenny Bruce, Dies... reflects evolving audience tastes.
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Tulsi Gabbard to resign as US director of national intelligence
Gabbard who has been largely out of public view during recent US operations says she is leaving due to her husband's illness.
BBC World reports: Tulsi Gabbard to resign as US director of... — this affects international relations.
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Some technologies use accelerated natural processes to capture carbon, but can they store it durably?
Natural geological processes have been regulating Earth's climate for millions of years. Accelerated versions of these processes are now being promoted as technologies to draw down carbon from the atmosphere—and some are rapidly moving from concept to real-world deployments.
The big picture: Some technologies use accelerated natural processes to capture... — advances our understanding of the world.
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Destiny 2 Is Ending Just As Its Story Started To Get Good
While Destiny 2 had a momentous finale for its Light and Darkness Saga in The Final Shape, which offered a clean opportunity to end its story there, the game’s development team at Bungie were narratively on a roll. The expansions that followed that quasi-climactic release, The...
GameSpot reports: Destiny 2 Is Ending Just As Its Story... — this could shake up the gaming landscape.
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Riot Says Its Valorant Anti-Cheat Update Can’t Brick PCs After A Joke Fuels Panic
'They can absolutely get f*cked. I'll be joining whatever class action comes from this,' one player wrote
Kotaku reports: Riot Says Its Valorant Anti-Cheat Update Can’t Brick... — this signals what players want next.
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Four years later, Microsoft finally finishes fighting over the Activision acquisition
A lawsuit suit, filed by Sjunde AP-Fonden, alleged that the buyout was rushed in order to protect Activision's then-CEO Bobby Kotick.
Bottom line from PC Gamer: this is generating hype in the community.
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EU Politician Muddies Waters On “Stop Killing Games” With Rant On Wokeness
The European Union parliament has taken up the debate about the Stop Killing Games movement and whether game publishers have the responsibility to keep their titles online after players have already purchased and played them for years. However, Slovakian politician Milan Uhrik...
GameSpot reports: EU Politician Muddies Waters On “Stop Killing Games”... — this may set a new standard for the genre.
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Dick Parry, Saxophonist on Pink Floyd Classics, Dead at 83
Longtime friend of David Gilmour played on band’s “Shine On You Crazy Diamond,” “Wish You Were Here,” “Us and Them,” and “Money,” and often joined the group on tour
Bottom line from Rolling Stone: this could define this era of music.
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Apple TV’s hit comedy lineup keeps growing, with big new series coming
Apple TV is a strong destination for comedies, headlined by hits like Ted Lasso and Shrinking. And recent announcements reveal a lot of similarly promising series in the pipeline. more…
Bottom line from 9to5Mac: this reshapes the tech landscape.
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T-Mobile Opens Beta for Network-Based Live Language Translation
The carrier's AI-based service for translating a conversation during a call is now available for testing. And you don't need the latest phone to use it.
CNET reports: T-Mobile Opens Beta for Network-Based Live Language Translation — this reshapes the tech landscape.
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Today's NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for May 23, #1077
Here are some hints and the answers for the NYT Connections puzzle for May 23, No. 1,077.
Why it matters: Today's NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for... may redefine how we interact with devices.
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Arctic thaw unleashes mining-like pollution across hundreds Arctic waterways
Thawing permafrost is rapidly transforming dozens of Arctic streams into acidic, metal-laden waterways, according to new research published in Science. The study shows how thawing permafrost exposes sulfide minerals that react with oxygen and water—a process similar to what oc...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this opens new research frontiers.
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'Once you try these, you won’t want anything else'— Our binoculars expert rated these as the best small binoculars they'd ever tested. Now at their best price of the year
Expert tester Jase Parnell-Brookes rated the Nikon 12x25 Binoculars with a flawless review and was impressed with the image stabilization, their small, lightweight and pocketable versatility that makes them perfect for on-the-go stargazing.
The big picture: 'Once you try these, you won’t want anything... — adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
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Lupita Nyong’o Reminds Racists that The Odyssey Is a “Mythological Story”
The Oscar winner's casting as Helen of Troy has received blowback from online blowhards. Lupita Nyong’o Reminds Racists that The Odyssey Is a “Mythological Story” Liz Shannon Miller
The big picture: Lupita Nyong’o Reminds Racists that The Odyssey Is... — shows where the music business is headed.
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Oleksandr Usyk vs. Rico Verhoeven Livestream: How to Watch the Pay-Per-View Boxing Event Online
Livestream the PPV heavyweight title bout live from the Pyramids of Giza in Egypt, on Saturday, May 23.
Billboard reports: Oleksandr Usyk vs. Rico Verhoeven Livestream: How to... — this could define this era of music.
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“Claypool Gold Tour” Kickoff Show Spotlights Primus, Claypool Lennon Delirium, and Frog Brigade: Video + Setlist
All three of the singer-bassist's bands get the spotlight on this unique outing. “Claypool Gold Tour” Kickoff Show Spotlights Primus, Claypool Lennon Delirium, and Frog Brigade: Video + Setlist Spencer Kaufman
Why it matters: “Claypool Gold Tour” Kickoff Show Spotlights Primus, Claypool... could define this era of music.
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I Have Scanned Thousands of Memorial Day Sales. These Are the Only Ones Worth Your Time
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.
Why it matters: I Have Scanned Thousands of Memorial Day Sales.... could change how developers build software.
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Everything We Know About Olivia Rodrigo’s New Album
Here's all the details for the highly anticipated You Seem Pretty Sad For a Girl So in Love
Rolling Stone reports: Everything We Know About Olivia Rodrigo’s New Album — this is making waves across platforms.
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