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Hamish Linklater On His “Little Haunted Island” Roles In ‘Midnight Mass’, ‘Widow’s Bay’: “You’ve Got To Defend Your Territory”
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The Season 1 finale of Hulu’s The Testaments dropped last night, and it was already clear that the Margaret Atwood-born, Bruce Miller-adapted Handmaid’s Tale sequel was a success after the streamer gave it a Season 2 renewal on May 20. Of course, its 45 million hours watched d...
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Last.fm goes independent after breaking up with Paramount Skydance
Last.fm is now an independent company, nearly two decades after it was acquired by CBS.
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Nio surges 9% after releasing first flagship EV in more than two years
Chinese electric car company Nio has launched two lower-priced brands in the last two years to broaden its customer base in a sluggish Chinese consumer market.
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‘Good Advice Cupcake’ Creator Slams BuzzFeed for Selling Character to Amazon’s AI Studio: “Disgusted”
"This is an assault on artists everywhere. I encourage you to boycott BuzzFeed and any AI-produced or adjacent animation," Loryn Brantz wrote on social media.
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Women’s College World Series 2026 Livestream: Here’s Where to Watch the NCAA Softball Tournament Online
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Kanye Label Boss Sues to Unmask Anonymous Figure Behind ‘Defamatory’ Websites
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US carries out new strikes on Iran military site
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George Clinton Must Face Trial in P-Funk Royalties Battle With Bernie Worrell Estate: Appeals Court
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Donkey Kong 64 joins Nintendo Switch Online next week
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Yoshi and the Mysterious Book icons added to Nintendo Switch Online
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Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for May 28, #612
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Google employee charged with $1M Polymarket insider trading bet on search term
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Joy Behar Taking Time Off ‘The View’ With Sheryl Underwood & Kara Swisher Set To Guest Co-Host
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Fed’s Kashkari says inflation fight takes priority as labor market is 'in decent shape'
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Google engineer charged with insider trading after making $1.2M on Polymarket
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Oil jumps after fresh U.S. strikes in Iran revive Strait of Hormuz disruption fears
Oil prices rose on Thursday after fresh U.S. strikes in Iran renewed concerns over disruptions to commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
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People Flock to Privacy-Focused DuckDuckGo as Google Leans Heavily Into AI
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I dug deeper into my Oura Ring data using this free app - here's what I found
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Jill Biden says she thought husband was 'having a stroke' during 2024 debate
The former US first lady told CBS News that she was frightened by Joe Biden's performance against Donald Trump.
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As Trump Dismantles the White House, U.S. to Celebrate 250th Birthday With Concert at National Mall
Martina McBride, Flo Rida, Vanilla Ice, and more are set to perform. Although listed in the lineup, Morris Day and the Time denied "rumors" that they would be at the event
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Joan Baez Calls Out Pop Stars Who Avoid Activism: “Take That Little Step”
"I sort of cock my head at these stadiums filled with brilliant young women songwriters, and why can't they just take that little step." Joan Baez Calls Out Pop Stars Who Avoid Activism: “Take That Little Step” Chris Coplan
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Mark Zuckerberg says a Meta cloud computing business 'definitely on the table'
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg said his company could enter the cloud computing market if it overspends on data centers and has excess capacity.
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Illinois Lawmakers Just Passed America’s Strongest AI Safety Bill
The bill requires companies like OpenAI, Anthropic, and Google to have third parties confirm they’re following safety standards. Illinois governor JB Pritzker says he’ll sign it.
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Listening to the sun reveals previously hidden changes to solar cycle
Internal changes due to the sun's "active biorhythm" have become increasingly "skin-deep" over the past four solar activity cycles, according to a new study.
Bottom line from Phys.org: this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
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Inside India newsletter: Iran war disruptions, Modi's appeal to boost India's hospitality sector
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's appeal to curb foreign travel is proving to be a boon to the local travel industry.
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Charles Schwab Challenge 2026: TV Schedule, How to Watch, Stream All the PGA Golf Action From Anywhere
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Ferrari's First EV Gets Pope Leo's Blessing, but Everyone Else Hates It
The public is polarized over Ferrari's first-ever electric vehicle, Luce, which got a design transformation with the help of Jony Ive.
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Morris Day Denies He’s Playing Controversial ‘Freedom 250’ Festival in D.C., After Fans Balk at His Advertised Participation: ‘It’s a No for Me’
Singer Morris Day has denied what he is calling “rumors” that he and the Time are set to play a “Freedom 250” concert on the National Mall next month, even though organizers announced him as headlining a show June 27 as part of a 16-day patriotic fair in Washington, D.C. that ...
The big picture: Morris Day Denies He’s Playing Controversial ‘Freedom 250’... — is generating industry buzz.
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Analysis: What Stephen Miller gets wrong about debt, deficits and immigration
The White House immigration hawk and deputy chief of staff is pointing the finger in the wrong direction when assigning blame for the federal budget deficit.
The big picture: What Stephen Miller gets wrong about debt, deficits... — signals changing business strategies.
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Charles Cioffi, Actor in ‘Shaft,’ ‘Get Christie Love!’ and ‘The X-Files,’ Dies at 90
He also played John Hancock on Broadway and Tom Cruise’s father in ‘All the Right Moves.’
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Taylor Swift’s Lawyer to Judge: ‘Life of a Showgirl’ Branding Is Protected by First Amendment
Swift's longtime attorney appeared in Los Angeles court on Wednesday (May 27) to fight a lawsuit over the title of her record-smashing latest album.
Why it matters: Taylor Swift’s Lawyer to Judge: ‘Life of a... could define this era of music.
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How the greenhouse effect governs temperature changes across Antarctica
A decade ago, Bradley Markle, an assistant professor at the Institute of Arctic and Alpine Research at the University of Colorado Boulder, noticed an odd pattern while sifting through temperature records from the end of the last ice age in Antarctica. The records seemed to def...
The big picture: How the greenhouse effect governs temperature changes across... — could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
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‘Disclosure Day’ First Reactions Laud Emily Blunt’s Performance, Declare It “Spielberg’s Best Film In 20 Years”
“First reactions” on social media are usually laudatory and vague, and those around Steven Spielberg’s upcoming Disclosure Day are no less so. But the specifics they do offer are intriguing and somewhat atypical, given that those posting call the film “funny,” the director’s “...
Bottom line from Deadline: this reflects evolving audience tastes.
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Jimmy Kimmel Cries and Calls Adam Carolla His ‘Life Partner’ at Hollywood Walk of Fame Ceremony: ‘If That Sounds Gay to You, It Was and It Is’
Jimmy Kimmel got teary-eyed while honoring podcaster-comedian Adam Carolla, his longtime friend and former colleague, at his Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony on Wednesday. Kimmel began his speech by remembering his first introduction to Carolla, which came in 1994 when the lat...
Why it matters: Jimmy Kimmel Cries and Calls Adam Carolla His... reflects evolving audience tastes.
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“Self Sabotage”: Keanu Reeves Urges Leniency For Director Who Scammed $11M From Netflix
Keanu Reeves admits he does “not know the details” of Carl Rinsch’s case and the millions of dollars the filmmaker has been found guilty of scamming from Netflix, but the John Wick star wants a federal judge to cut his 47 Ronin director some slack. “Based upon what I do know a...
The big picture: “Self Sabotage”: Keanu Reeves Urges Leniency For Director... — reflects evolving audience tastes.
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‘Backrooms’: What Critics Are Saying About A24’s Horror Film Directed by 20-Year-Old Kane Parsons
The movie, which hits theaters Friday, is also produced by genre leaders James Wan and Osgood Perkins, and stars Chiwetel Ejiofor, Renate Reinsve and Mark Duplass.
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Olivia Rodrigo Addresses Babydoll Dress Criticism: ‘It Shows How We Really Normalize Pedophilia in Our Culture’
Olivia Rodrigo has spoken about the online controversy surrounding her recent choice to wear a babydoll dress, stating that the logic behind the criticism showed how “we really normalize pedophilia in our culture” and that she was actually inspired by music icons like Kathleen...
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Bad Bunny’s Zara Collection Gets Quiet Restock Following Last Week’s Limited Launch
Given demand, the retailer is re-upping a number of sold-out pieces from the Benito Antonio clothing and accessories capsule.
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‘Disclosure Day’ First Reactions Call Steven Spielberg’s Sci-Fi Epic ‘His Best Film in 20 Years’ and Praise Emily Blunt’s ‘All-Time’ Performance
Steven Spielberg’s “Disclosure Day” has been unveiled to members of the film press ahead of its June 12 release date, and first reactions are calling the sci-fi UFO-focused movie “Spielberg’s best film in 20 years,” with high praise for star Emily Blunt. Gizmodo senior enterta...
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Joy Behar to Miss Upcoming ‘The View’ Episodes
In a conversation with producer Brian Teta on the 'Behind the Table' podcast, the co-host explained that she is traveling across the pond with her New York City play.
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Taylor Swift’s ‘The Life of a Showgirl’ Trademark War: Lawyers Clash Over ‘Reverse Confusion’
“This is the rare and special circumstance of an album — a classic expressive work,” Swift's lawyer argued
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Expanded susceptibility and transmission in circulating avian influenza viruses reshape wild bird mortality
Johanna Harvey, an assistant professor of wildlife disease ecology at the University of Rhode Island, has described bird flu in public presentations as a quiet virus with loud consequences. Now, she's published a new paper in Wildlife Monographs, describing how circulating avi...
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Temporary carbon removal could help support climate goals, if used correctly
Persistent methane emissions from sectors such as agriculture and growing debates over the credibility of carbon offsets are creating new challenges for governments and companies pursuing net-zero commitments. New research suggests that temporary carbon storage may have a scie...
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Box Office Stunner: ‘Obsession’ Makes History With Biggest Second-Weekend Spike in Modern Times Outside of Christmas
It's no wonder that every studio executive in Hollywood would kill to be in business with Curry Barker, the Gen Z auteur who first gained attention on YouTube. His horror film, costing $750,000 to make, has earned $60.7 million in its first 11 days at the domestic box office.
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Inside the ‘Widow’s Bay’ Flashback to 1702: How Betty Gilpin and Hamish Linklater Reveal the Town’s Evil Origins
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How my brother went from liberal Hollywood actor to manosphere 'messiah'
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Paul McCartney on playing guitar with Paul Mescal: 'He knew it better than I did!'
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Former CIA chief Petraeus says drone swarms are the next danger — and growth opportunity
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An unhealthy focus on sex - Married at First Sight UK insiders on show's 'toxic' culture
Fresh revelations come after two women told the BBC they had been raped on the Channel 4 reality show.
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UK's rudest chalk figure gets a glow-up to stop it fading in the rain
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Trump's IRS case should be reopened so court can probe possible 'fraud,' ex-judges argue
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Today’s Wordle answer and hints for #1804 on May 28
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‘Connections’ answers and hints for today, May 28
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Globle answer today – here’s the answer and hints for May 28
Where in the world? The post Globle answer today – here’s the answer and hints for May 28 appeared first on NME.
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Framed answer today – here’s the solution for May 28
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Newly discovered 'thunder' of Atlantic sturgeons inspires awe
When a team of researchers recorded a low thundering underneath the surface of the Hudson River, they thought they were hearing the muffled rumble of trains. A closer look and listen led to a much more interesting discovery: The thunder came from Atlantic sturgeon—an iconic an...
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Rentrak Is Back As PE Firm Buys Comscore Movies, Restores Former Name; Chris Aronson Joins Board
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FCC filing shows Amazon plans to acquire Apple’s 20% stake in Globalstar
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PS5’s Coolest DualSense Controllers Are Discounted For Days Of Play
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GameSpot reports: PS5’s Coolest DualSense Controllers Are Discounted For Days... — this signals what players want next.
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John McClain Dies: Michael Jackson Estate Co-Executor & Veteran Music Exec Was 71
John McClain, the veteran music executive who served as a co-executor for the Michael Jackson estate, has died. He was 71. The former A&M and Interscope Records exec reportedly died of complications from a fall on Tuesday in Los Angeles, according to People, as his co-executor...
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Monkey see, monkey do: Study sheds light on cooperative decision-making
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Scientists forecast milder Chesapeake Bay dead zone in 2026
Scientists at William & Mary's Batten School & VIMS, FlowWest and the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science recently announced that the Chesapeake Bay's annual "dead zone" is expected to be relatively mild this summer.
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‘The Testaments’ Finale: Elisabeth Moss, Creator on Agnes’ Huge Twist, Daisy Parentage Theories and What’s Planned for Season 2
SPOILER ALERT: This story contains spoilers for the Season 1 finale of “The Handmaid’s Tale” sequel series, “The Testaments,” now streaming on Hulu. The first season of “The Testaments” came to an end Wednesday with its Season 1 finale. And blessed be the fruit, because Variet...
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Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff outlines his plan to turn around his struggling stock
Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff said the company’s strategy during its stock slump is to continue delivering strong products for customers and buy back shares.
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Gayle King Says Oprah Refused to Shut Down Rumors They Were ‘Secretly Gay’ On Air: ‘It Used to Really Bother Me’
Gayle King is once again speaking out about the long-standing rumor that she was dating Oprah Winfrey, and explaining why the iconic host refused to publicly shut it down on “The Oprah Winfrey Show.” Speaking with Alex Cooper on her viral “Call Her Daddy” podcast, the CBS Morn...
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How Ali Louis Bourzgui Transforms Into a Vampire Rock Star in Broadway’s ‘The Lost Boys’
The Tony-nominated actor flies and draws on Bowie energy as he strives not to "make the vampire of it all cliché or cheesy."
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A Google employee allegedly used inside information to win $1.2 million on Polymarket
Federal prosecutors charged a Google employee with fraud after he allegedly made $1.2 million on Polymarket bets related to Search-related trends in 2025, as reported earlier by ABC News. In their now-unsealed complaint, prosecutors allege that Michele Spagnuolo "knew the outc...
The big picture: A Google employee allegedly used inside information to... — is one to watch for the industry.
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‘Strung’ Director Malcolm D. Lee Talks Changes Since the Last Time He Opened ABFF with ‘Girls Trip’
Director Malcolm D. Lee talks to IndieWire about his new Peacock thriller "Strung" produced by Tyler Perry and Jason Blum, his second film to open the American Black Film Festival, after "Girls Trip."
The big picture: ‘Strung’ Director Malcolm D. Lee Talks Changes Since... — reflects evolving audience tastes.
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Google Security Engineer Arrested in Million-Dollar Polymarket Trading Scheme
According to federal prosecutors, Michele Spagnuolo made more than $1 million on the prediction market platform using confidential information about Google Search traffic.
Bottom line from Wired: this could change how developers build software.
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Salesforce beats on earnings and revenue but full-year guidance comes in light
Salesforce has been hammered by investors on concern that artificial intelligence models and services will disrupt some traditional software products.
Why it matters: Salesforce beats on earnings and revenue but full-year... may shift market dynamics.
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DNA 'nicks' make for safer, more precise genetic analysis
Researchers at Cornell University have developed a safer and more precise way to study how genes function in living tissues by refining a recently developed CRISPR-based genetic technique in fruit flies, enabling researchers to better study how genes contribute to development ...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this opens new research frontiers.
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Traders are skeptical of Iran timeline for Strait of Hormuz reopening
Despite reports Iran could return the passageway to normal traffic flows within a month of a peace deal, Kalshi traders thought that was unlikely.
Why it matters: Traders are skeptical of Iran timeline for Strait... reflects a broader economic trend.
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Morris Day Has Already Pulled Out of Trump’s Great American State Fair
"It's A No For Me." Morris Day Has Already Pulled Out of Trump’s Great American State Fair Alex Young
The big picture: Morris Day Has Already Pulled Out of Trump’s... — shows where the music business is headed.
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Dave May, Grammy-Winning Producer and Music Executive, Dies at 68
He won his trophies for Alanis Morissette and Madonna video projects and worked for Warner Records and Rhino Entertainment.
Why it matters: Dave May, Grammy-Winning Producer and Music Executive, Dies... signals where Hollywood is headed.
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‘Obsession’ Filmmaker Curry Barker Gets 8-Figure Offer for His Next Movie. And He Hasn’t Even Pitched It Yet (Exclusive)
Studio execs are seeing what's happening with 'Obsession' and the upcoming 'Backrooms' — both from filmmakers who cut their teeth on YouTube — as a watershed moment in Hollywood.
The big picture: ‘Obsession’ Filmmaker Curry Barker Gets 8-Figure Offer for... — reflects evolving audience tastes.
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Poppy Liu On Fears Of Being “Blacklisted” In Hollywood, Refusing To “Sell Your Soul”
With free speech under threat in Hollywood, Poppy Liu refuses to separate her politics from her art. The I Love Boosters star, who has been a vocal supporter of Free Palestine, recently commented on potentially being “blacklisted” in the industry, explaining that being silent ...
Deadline reports: Poppy Liu On Fears Of Being “Blacklisted” In... — this is generating industry buzz.
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Prediction markets regulation proposal by CFTC eyed by White House
The CFTC has argued it has exclusive authority to regulate the growing prediction market sector rather than state-by-state regulation.
Why it matters: Prediction markets regulation proposal by CFTC eyed by... may shift market dynamics.
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What do you get with Meta and Instagrams new $3.99 subscription plan?
Meta is rolling out paid tiers across its apps, including Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp. Here's what's included.
Bottom line from Mashable: this may redefine how we interact with devices.
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Matthew Perry Death: ‘Friends’ Star’s Assistant Sentenced; Ken Iwamasa Injected Fatal Ketamine Shots
Matthew Perry’s live-in personal assistant was sentenced today to almost three and a half years behind bars for injecting the Friends star with the three ketamine doses that killed him on October 28, 2023. Also hit with a $10,000 fine Wednesday by U.S. District Judge Sherilyn ...
Bottom line from Deadline: this could reshape the box office conversation.
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‘Last Seen’ First Look: Patrick Brammall Stars as a Detective in Apple TV’s New Thriller (TV News Roundup)
Apple TV has revealed a first look at “Last Seen,” a new six-episode Australian thriller. The show will debut with the first two episodes on the platform on September 9, followed by a new episode every Wednesday. “Last Seen,” formerly known as “The Dispatcher,” follows police...
Bottom line from Variety: this could reshape the box office conversation.
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The world's carmakers are struggling to compete with China
The BBC visited China’s EV factories and found they are dominating the ecosystems shaping the global auto industry.
The big picture: The world's carmakers are struggling to compete with... — affects international relations.
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Hilary Duff Explains Why It’s Better to Focus on Being ‘Yourself’ Than Worry About ‘Becoming More Impressive’
"We’re always reaching for more but not reaching too far," the singer tells Billboard of her current philosophy.
Billboard reports: Hilary Duff Explains Why It’s Better to Focus... — this could define this era of music.
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Researchers push back fundamental limit on energy transfer between particles without 'spilling' radiation
Researchers at TU/e have demonstrated that energy transfer without loss via light or heat can occur over much greater distances than previously thought possible thanks to vibrations in microscopic gold rods. They succeeded in making energy jump from one particle to another ove...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this advances our understanding of the world.
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The Albums With the Most Top 10 Billboard Hot 100 Hits
Below, Billboard celebrates the roster of artists who cemented their pop dominance by landing five or more top 10 hits from a single album.
Bottom line from Billboard: this taps into a cultural moment.
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Backrooms Review: A24 Expansion of YouTube Series Goes in Circles
I never liked fluorescent lighting. Often aggressively bright, the hum of the once ubiquitous mercury-vapor tube always felt like threatened cheerfulness. It’s a forced smile stretched across a pained face. Wunderkind YouTuber and now bonafide big-screen director Kane Parsons ...
Bottom line from Den of Geek: this taps into what audiences want right now.
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Grab Physical PS5 Games For Up To 60% Off During PlayStation’s Days Of Play Sale
PlayStation's annual Days of Play sale kicked off May 27, and while you won't find discounts on consoles this year, you can save a ton of money on just about everything else, from the games themselves to controllers, headsets, and even the PSVR2. The sale runs through June 11 ...
The big picture: Grab Physical PS5 Games For Up To 60%... — is generating hype in the community.
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New report shows annual app subscribers rarely return after they cancel
RevenueCat has published part two of its State of Subscription Apps 2026 report, with new insights into how likely users are to cancel or renew their subscriptions, based on region, subscription plan, and the app’s overall pricing strategy. Here are the details. more…
The big picture: New report shows annual app subscribers rarely return... — is one to watch for the industry.
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Phoebe Bridgers Joins Robert Pattinson’s Surveillance Team in ‘Primetime’ Trailer
The A24 film stars Pattinson as To Catch a Predator host Chris Hansen alongside Merritt Wever, Skyler Gisondo, Matthew Maher, and Bokeem Woodbine
Bottom line from Rolling Stone: this shows where the music business is headed.
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Metamaterials enable control of heat transfer at nanoscale, potentially transforming energy and electronics
Heat behaves in predictable ways: a hot cup of coffee cools, a laptop warms your hands, the sun heats Earth. But at scales thousands of times smaller than a human hair, those rules begin to break down, and scientists are learning how to take advantage of that.
Bottom line from Phys.org: this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
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Where are all the intermediate mass black holes? Microlensing fast radio bursts might reveal them
Astrophysicists think that black hole masses are hierarchical. The largest are supermassive black holes (SMBH) like the one at the center of the Milky Way and other galaxies. Stellar mass black holes are born of collapsing stars, and are smaller. The smallest of all are the th...
Phys.org reports: Where are all the intermediate mass black holes?... — this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
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Diablo 4 Is Celebrating Its Birthday With Goblins, XP, And Free Cosmetics
Diablo 4 is celebrating three years of demon slaying with increased XP rewards, the return of the game's March of the Goblins event, and daily free cosmetics, but players won't have long to take advantage of them. From June 2-9, players will enjoy the Mother's Blessing XP b...
GameSpot reports: Diablo 4 Is Celebrating Its Birthday With Goblins,... — this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
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GPU mining malware spreads via SEO poisoning, AI chatbots
Threat actors are targeting systems with high-performance computers in an ongoing cryptojacking campaign spread through a coordinated SEO poisoning operation that also manipulated AI chatbot recommendations. [...]
The big picture: GPU mining malware spreads via SEO poisoning, AI... — highlights growing cyber threats.
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One in six young people will not be in work or training in five years without action, report warns
A major review examining the causes of rising youth unemployment says getting on the career ladder is now "out of reach" for many.
Why it matters: One in six young people will not be... could affect investors and consumers alike.
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No Man’s Sky’s Latest Threat Seems Like A Star Wars Homage
This week marks the 49th anniversary of the original Star Wars movie, and Hello Games appears to be paying homage to the seminal flick with its “mysterious Death Star-like construct” that will debut in No Man’s Sky’s latest update, The Swarm. https://www.youtube.com/watch?...
Bottom line from GameSpot: this could shake up the gaming landscape.
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Circle Jerks’ Keith Morris Blasts MAGA Supporter: ‘Stay the F–k Home’
When a concertgoer called the singer a "traitor," Morris was not having it: "Do you fucking understand our fucking lyrics?" he asked
The big picture: Circle Jerks’ Keith Morris Blasts MAGA Supporter: ‘Stay... — is making waves across platforms.
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Are the chemicals around you safe? Researchers are using AI to find out
People are exposed to thousands of chemicals every day—through the products they use, the food they eat and the environments they live in—but only a fraction of those chemicals have been fully tested for safety.
The big picture: Are the chemicals around you safe? Researchers are... — opens new research frontiers.
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Early childhood educators change how they speak to toddlers depending on gender, finds study
Early childhood educators speak differently to boys compared to girls in toddler classrooms, University of Queensland research has found.
Why it matters: Early childhood educators change how they speak to... advances our understanding of the world.
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On Horseback From His Estate in Medellín, Maluma Talks Mental Health, Yeison Jiménez, Family & More: Watch
"Life isn't just music," the Colombian star tells Billboard.
Billboard reports: On Horseback From His Estate in Medellín, Maluma... — this shows where the music business is headed.
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Wrensilva Unveils Studio, Its Most Compact and Affordable Record Console Yet
The San Diego company's latest piece of audio furniture bring is hi-fi in audio and design. Wrensilva Unveils Studio, Its Most Compact and Affordable Record Console Yet Ben Kaye
Consequence of Sound reports: Wrensilva Unveils Studio, Its Most Compact and Affordable... — this is making waves across platforms.
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Rivian will deliver the first R2 SUVs on June 9
The company has finally set a date for the first customer deliveries of what CEO RJ Scaringe has said is "maybe the most important thing we’ve launched to date."
The big picture: Rivian will deliver the first R2 SUVs on... — signals a shift in how we use technology.
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Steam Deck OLED gets huge price increase amid RAM shortage
Valve's excellent Steam Deck OLED handheld now costs nearly $1,000 in its highest-end configuration.
The big picture: Steam Deck OLED gets huge price increase amid... — is one to watch for the industry.
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Analysis of more than 10,000 cities reveals hidden details governments can use to better support their people
The world's urban population increased by 785 million people between 2000 and 2020, but that tells only part of the story. Now, a research team including an expert from the University of Michigan has dug into the demographics of more than 10,000 individual cities to obtain ins...
Phys.org reports: Analysis of more than 10,000 cities reveals hidden... — this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
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California defeats Tesla's attempt to throw out racial discrimination lawsuit
California civil rights agency hails win over Tesla, anticipates trial in July.
The big picture: California defeats Tesla's attempt to throw out racial... — could change how developers build software.
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Apple’s newest iPad Air is up to $100 off for the first time
If you want an iPad that’s more powerful than the entry-level model but less expensive than the iPad Pro, the latest iPad Air is the one to buy, and it’s down to one its best prices to date. The 11-inch Air with 128GB of storage and Wi-Fi connectivity is available at Amazon st...
Why it matters: Apple’s newest iPad Air is up to $100... is one to watch for the industry.
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CapCut Pad promises ‘desktop-level’ video editing for Android tablets
Android tablets are getting a new video editor, with the CapCut Pad app debuting with the promise of “desktop-level” video editing capabilities. more…
The big picture: CapCut Pad promises ‘desktop-level’ video editing for Android... — is one to watch for the industry.
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The Super Mario Galaxy Movie digital release reveals new Peach and Rosalina scene details
The digital version of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is now available to rent or purchase on select platforms, and with it comes a number of new behind-the-scenes details about the production thanks to the included bonus content. Graphic artists Millo Riccardi, David Pellé, Fra...
Bottom line from Nintendo Everything: this is generating hype in the community.
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NordVPN's New App Acts as an All-in-One Digital Privacy and Security Hub
A VPN is only one layer of privacy defense. Antivirus protection adds security from phishing, scams and account takeovers, too.
The big picture: NordVPN's New App Acts as an All-in-One Digital... — reshapes the tech landscape.
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Corn Belt groundwater and irrigation boost thunderstorm complexes by 24–35%, simulations show
An international team of scientists has demonstrated how powerful thunderstorm complexes over the U.S. Corn Belt are fueled by moisture rising from the region's fertile fields or just beneath them. The findings can lead to better and longer-term weather forecasts for this crit...
Phys.org reports: Corn Belt groundwater and irrigation boost thunderstorm complexes... — this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
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AI ads are almost indistinguishable from human-made work—they just don't perform as well
Ads generated by artificial intelligence are nearly indistinguishable from human-made ones, but new research shows they consistently underperform compared to human-made work when it comes to predicting short-term sales impact.
Phys.org reports: AI ads are almost indistinguishable from human-made work—they... — this advances our understanding of the world.
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What Film Production Advantages Can You Only Find in California?
IndieWire Editor-in-Chief Dana Harris-Bridson led a panel conversation on the benefits of shooting in California at The American Pavillion's California Day event at the Cannes Film Festival.
Bottom line from IndieWire: this is generating industry buzz.
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Paddington 4’s Writer Selection Hints at Political Satire for England’s Most Famous Bear
As the world heads toward unprecedented corruption, governmental collapse, and extreme polarization, at least we have Paddington, an adorable protagonist and a shining light of optimistic apolitical escapism to turn to. Even that, however, may be changing with the arrival of h...
Why it matters: Paddington 4’s Writer Selection Hints at Political Satire... captures the public's attention.
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Hands-on: GoPros new Mission 1 Pro bridges the gap between action and cinema cameras
Instead of a Hero14 Black, GoPro is offering an entirely new line of cameras — the Mission 1 Series. Are they worth the higher price tag?
Why it matters: Hands-on: GoPros new Mission 1 Pro bridges the... reshapes the tech landscape.
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Russian cosmonauts install sun-watching telescope on ISS during 6-hour spacewalk
Russian cosmonauts Sergey Kud-Sverchkov and Sergei Mikaev worked to install and retrieve science experiments while on a spacewalk outside the International Space Station on Wednesday, May 27, 2026.
The big picture: Russian cosmonauts install sun-watching telescope on ISS during... — advances our understanding of the world.
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Sony RGB TVs are finally here and skipping the preorder window. What to know about Bravia 7 II and 9 II.
Sony released its 2026 True RGB TVs on May 27. The Bravia 7 II starts at $2,099.99 and the Bravia 9 II starts at $3,599.99. Let's discuss.
The big picture: Sony RGB TVs are finally here and skipping... — could change how developers build software.
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AI costs begin to bite as agents may increase token demand by 24 times, says Goldman Sachs report — Uber and Microsoft among companies feeling the bite of tokenized billing
Major tech companies are considering refining their approaches to AI, as rising token costs and increased token demand from AI agents make the costs harder to justify, with limited return on the investment.
Bottom line from Tom's Hardware: this is one to watch for the industry.
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Ted Danson joins upcoming untitled Apple TV comedy series
Actor Ted Danson (Cheers, The Good Place) is the newest star to join an upcoming half-hour comedy series led and produced by Elizabeth Banks (The Hunger Games, Love & Mercy). Here are the details. more…
The big picture: Ted Danson joins upcoming untitled Apple TV comedy... — signals a shift in how we use technology.
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You Can Unlock Three 007 First Light Outfits For Free With Almost No Effort
Looking sharp is an important part of being a super-spy, and developer IO Interactive is giving players a free way to unlock some killer looks in 007 First Light with its now-live Twitch Drop campaign. Three free 007 First Light outfits are up for grabs, and they couldn't b...
The big picture: You Can Unlock Three 007 First Light Outfits... — is generating hype in the community.
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