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Tehran targets US Gulf bases after American forces launch new strikes on Iran
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The space economy’s next frontier is in ground infrastructure, Northwood Space CEO says
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Tehran targets US Gulf bases after American forces launch new strikes on Iran
US Central Command said its latest airstrikes were responding to "unwarranted and continued aggression" from Iran.
BBC World reports: Tehran targets US Gulf bases after American forces... — this reflects broader geopolitical shifts.
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U.S. military completes strikes on 'multiple targets' in Iran launched at Trump's direction
President Donald Trump promised more attacks on Iran after strikes resumed this week. Earlier this week, he said a deal to end the war was near.
The big picture: U.S. military completes strikes on 'multiple targets' in... — may shift market dynamics.
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Preschoolers whose parents received coaching had fewer conduct problems, higher cognitive skills in middle school
Children of parents who received coaching and support materials in preschool had fewer conduct problems in middle school and higher levels of academic skills more than seven years later, according to a new study by an interdisciplinary team of Penn State researchers.
Bottom line from Phys.org: this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
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The space economy’s next frontier is in ground infrastructure, Northwood Space CEO says
At Fortune Brainstorm Tech conference, Bridgit Mendler emphasized how massive leaps in launch capacity and spacecraft manufacturing are supercharging the space economy.
Fortune reports: The space economy’s next frontier is in ground... — this hints at where the money is moving.
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Puzzle game Namco Legendary Mountains announced for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch [update: release date]
May 18: BeXide has announced Namco Legendary Mountains for the Nintendo Switch, and the Nintendo Switch 2. The title is planned for launch this summer, with an exact release date not yet provided. Namco Legendary Mountains is similar to titles like 2048 and Suika Game in which...
Bottom line from Nintendo Everything: this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
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Butter or margarine? A food scientist describes how subtle chemical deviations can affect your baked goods
My mother loves butter. It is the primary fat I ate growing up. She smeared it on any kind of bread, potatoes, nut rolls or coffeecake. She baked with it exclusively.
Why it matters: Butter or margarine? A food scientist describes how... opens new research frontiers.
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Taylor Swift & Haim Sisters Sit Courtside at NBA Finals Game 4 — And You Have to See Their Hilarious Homemade Knicks Shirts
Swift -- in town for Thursday night's Songwriters Hall of Fame ceremony -- sported a "Stevie Knicks" shirt at Madison Square Garden.
Why it matters: Taylor Swift & Haim Sisters Sit Courtside at... shows where the music business is headed.
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OmniOutliner 6.2 is now available in 11 languages
OmniGroup’s legendary outlining tool just got even more useful and accessible to users around the world, with expanded localization support across Mac, iPad, iPhone, and Apple Vision Pro. Here are the details. more…
Bottom line from 9to5Mac: this is one to watch for the industry.
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NBA Finals 2026: All the Celebrities Spotted at Knicks vs. Spurs Games
From regulars Timothée Chalamet, Spike Lee, Ben Stiller and Tracy Morgan to President Donald Trump and more, THR rounds up everyone — who was at least photographed — at this year's NBA Finals.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this is generating industry buzz.
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Knicks Fans Think Trump Cursed the Team. So They Burned Sage and Protested the Barricades Outside MSG
At 3 p.m. on Wednesday, just hours before Game 4 of the Knicks vs. Spurs NBA Finals, several New Yorkers were spotted outside Madison Square Garden cleansing the air with copal and sage to manifest better luck for their hometown team. “We’re saging the Madison!” said Deisy, a ...
Why it matters: Knicks Fans Think Trump Cursed the Team. So... signals where Hollywood is headed.
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Yoshi and the Mysterious Book icons added to Nintendo Switch Online
May 20: Yoshi and the Mysterious Book is here, and to celebrate, new icons are now available on Nintendo Switch Online. Icons will be rotated weekly over the next month or so. You can grab designs for characters, backgrounds, and frames. Characters cost 10 Platinum Points each...
The big picture: Yoshi and the Mysterious Book icons added to... — signals what players want next.
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New iron–scandium catalyst extends carbon nanotube growth at high temperatures
Carbon nanotubes (CNTs) are among the most promising nanomaterials for future technologies because of their exceptional mechanical strength, electrical conductivity and thermal performance. However, translating these remarkable properties into practical products depends on the...
The big picture: New iron–scandium catalyst extends carbon nanotube growth at... — adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
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Yamada Takayuki Stars in Australia–Japan Supernatural Romance ‘Tanabata: The Evening of the Seventh’ (EXCLUSIVE)
Australian production company Titantale Film is mid-shoot on “Tanabata: The Evening of the Seventh,” a supernatural romance drama starring Japanese actor Yamada Takayuki. The project, fully funded out of Australia with production service partners in Japan, spans three historic...
The big picture: Yamada Takayuki Stars in Australia–Japan Supernatural Romance ‘Tanabata:... — could reshape the box office conversation.
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Kwon Eunbi & Heo Yong Joon on the Long Game, Chapters Left Behind and the Beginning of Something Greater
A few days ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026, the singer and the footballer are each at a threshold — one opening a new label chapter, the other eyeing a move abroad.
Why it matters: Kwon Eunbi & Heo Yong Joon on the... shows where the music business is headed.
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Donna Summer Estate Partners With Primary Wave on Singer’s Music, NIL Rights
Primary Wave will work with the estate to expand the reach of Summer's music and brand.
The big picture: Donna Summer Estate Partners With Primary Wave on... — could define this era of music.
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Inside India newsletter: Hollywood is debating AI. India's filmmakers are embracing it
Even as Hollywood remains the world's most influential storyteller, experiments in AI filmmaking are increasingly happening in India.
Bottom line from CNBC: this may shift market dynamics.
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Gemini Is Down? 'Majority of Users' Should Be OK Now, Google Says
Many Google users are encountering "something went wrong" issues on Wednesday. Here are the latest updates.
CNET reports: Gemini Is Down? 'Majority of Users' Should Be... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
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Research examines how corporate workforce messaging shapes recruiting
When the Securities and Exchange Commission updated Regulation S-K in 2020 to require public companies to disclose more information about human capital in annual filings, the rule was designed primarily with investors in mind. New research from the University of Miami Patti an...
The big picture: Research examines how corporate workforce messaging shapes recruiting — challenges existing scientific assumptions.
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Taylor Swift Attends NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden to Support the Knicks
Following her surprise performance at last night’s “Toy Story 5” premiere in Los Angeles, Taylor Swift has made it all the way to Madison Square Garden in New York City on Wednesday in time to watch the New York Knicks face off against the San Antonio Spurs in Game 3 of the NB...
Variety reports: Taylor Swift Attends NBA Finals at Madison Square... — this could reshape the box office conversation.
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Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for June 11, #626
Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle No. 626 for Thursday, June 11.
CNET reports: Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers... — this may redefine how we interact with devices.
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JioHotstar’s Tadka Indian Microdrama Platform Reaches 100 Million Users
Tadka, the microdrama platform within leading Indian streamer JioHotstar, has crossed 100 million users, establishing premium short-form content as a mainstream entertainment category in India. Since launch, daily watch time per viewer on Tadka has grown fivefold, reflecting s...
The big picture: JioHotstar’s Tadka Indian Microdrama Platform Reaches 100 Million... — could reshape the box office conversation.
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Oil jumps as U.S. fresh strikes on Iran raise worries of extended disruption to energy flows
Oil prices jumped on Thursday after the United States launched a fresh round of military strikes against targets in Iran.
Why it matters: Oil jumps as U.S. fresh strikes on Iran... may shift market dynamics.
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Where humpbacks gather near Tokyo's remote islands could reshape whale watching and conservation
Humpback whales are one of the most popular species for whale watching. Since they are active close to the water's surface, groups of whale watchers can often see them breaching and diving during breeding periods. One popular whale watching destination is the Ogasawara Islands...
Phys.org reports: Where humpbacks gather near Tokyo's remote islands could... — this opens new research frontiers.
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Oracle beats on earnings, but stock drops on plans to raise another $20 billion
Oracle topped quarterly expectations, but free cash flow is negative, and the company plans to raise more capital for data center projects.
Why it matters: Oracle beats on earnings, but stock drops on... signals changing business strategies.
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Former Disney Star Bridgit Mendler Drops Surprise EP
Mendler, who now serves as the CEO of an aerospace communications startup, released six new songs.
Why it matters: Former Disney Star Bridgit Mendler Drops Surprise EP may set a new benchmark for the genre.
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Silver nanoparticles pave the way for precise DNA cutting and joining
DNA is composed of long chains that act as the blueprint for living organisms. In genetic engineering, scientists cut DNA at specific sites and join the resulting fragments to other DNA sequences, enabling applications such as advanced crop breeding, treatment of genetic disea...
Why it matters: Silver nanoparticles pave the way for precise DNA... opens new research frontiers.
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‘House Of The Dragon’ Preview Has Taormina Film Fest Audience Squealing, Cheering & Gasping In Seats
Steve Toussaint, Tom Glynn-Carney, Harry Collett, Bethany Antonia and Phoebe Campbell hit the Taormina Film Festival on Wednesday night for an atmospheric preview of the third season of HBO’s House of the Dragon in the town’s Ancient Greek amphitheater. Some 5,000 people, from...
The big picture: ‘House Of The Dragon’ Preview Has Taormina Film... — signals where Hollywood is headed.
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Anthropic CEO says AI growth is exponential. Anthropic research says otherwise.
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei claims in a new essay that AI growth remains "exponential." Claude Mythos tells us something different.
Mashable reports: Anthropic CEO says AI growth is exponential. Anthropic... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
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Bluesky is getting ‘communities’
Bluesky will be getting "communities," which will function as smaller spaces where you can "go deeper and hang out with people who care about the same stuff" sometime this year, according to head of product Alex Benzer. They will be built on the decentralized AT Protocol that ...
Bottom line from The Verge: this reshapes the tech landscape.
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Review: Comulytic Note Pro is now my official sidekick for any meeting
I spent the last month trying out the Comulytic Note Pro, a credit card-sized AI recording transcriber, summarizer, and all-around assistant. Here are my takeaways. more…
Why it matters: Review: Comulytic Note Pro is now my official... could change how developers build software.
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Chinese, N. Korean Threat Groups Build on Asia-Pacific Success
North Korea's gross domestic product (GDP) has grown, in part because of the cybercrime gains of groups linked to the nation, which target business and financial firms.
The big picture: Chinese, N. Korean Threat Groups Build on Asia-Pacific... — highlights growing cyber threats.
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Alpine Linux is a crazy-fast distro for your desktop - with just one caveat
Known primarily for containers and servers, Alpine Linux isn't always considered for traditional desktop use. I think this lightweight distro could be your daily driver. Here's why.
Bottom line from ZDNet: this is one to watch for the industry.
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Canada's 'AI for All' strategy has ambitious growth targets, but it falls short on workers and the environment
Prime Minister Mark Carney unveiled Canada's AI for All strategy on June 4, committing more than $2 billion in new spending and targeting $200 billion in additional GDP growth and 250,000 new jobs by 2031.
Why it matters: Canada's 'AI for All' strategy has ambitious growth... adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
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How an astrophysicist uses Codex to help simulate black holes
Discover how astrophysicist Chi-kwan Chan uses Codex to build black hole simulations, helping scientists study extreme physics and test Einstein’s theory of general relativity.
OpenAI Blog reports: How an astrophysicist uses Codex to help simulate... — this highlights the rapid pace of AI adoption.
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Kathy Bates Talks ‘Matlock’ Season 2 Finale, The Importance Of Seeing Seniors In Love On TV & Having The Time Of Her Life At 78
Kathy Bates is riding on a high following the Season 2 finale of the hit CBS series Matlock. The Wellbrexa case had a happy and unexpected conclusion, giving Madeline Kingston/Matty Matlock back a level of freedom she couldn’t have imagined. Leaving some of the heaviness of th...
Bottom line from Deadline: this reflects evolving audience tastes.
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Company moves from Singapore to cheaper, more spacious Malaysia show rising global mobility trend
Lower costs, tax incentives and access to a larger market have seen a raft of companies shift operations to Malaysia from Singapore.
Bottom line from CNBC: this may shift market dynamics.
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Arena One, AMC Theatres Lift the Curtain on ‘Next Chapter of Live Shows’ (UPDATED)
Bebe Rexha is the first artist confirmed for the new, interactive concert experience.
Billboard reports: Arena One, AMC Theatres Lift the Curtain on... — this is making waves across platforms.
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Watch: Historic US-Canada border library gets new Quebec-only entrance
The Trump administration in 2025 paused the use of the famous Haskell Library's main entrance on the US side, which had been used by both countries for decades.
Bottom line from BBC World: this has global implications.
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Windows 11 sucks slightly less now, thanks to a June update
The update brings a low-latency profile, speeds up search, and patches hundreds of flaws.
The big picture: Windows 11 sucks slightly less now, thanks to... — could change how developers build software.
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Microsoft doesn't know what to do about the memory pricing crisis Microsoft is causing
It's astonishing how much expectations are being lowered for the next Xbox.
PC Gamer reports: Microsoft doesn't know what to do about the... — this is generating hype in the community.
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Taylor Stitch’s Grateful Dead Collection Is a Throwback to the Band’s Formative Years
Dead Heads can shop vintage-inspired jackets, graphic tees, and more in the menswear brand's newest drop
Why it matters: Taylor Stitch’s Grateful Dead Collection Is a Throwback... reflects the changing sound of the industry.
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‘I Love Boosters’ Star Poppy Liu on Working With Boots Riley, Trojan Horsing Social Commentary Into Films and ‘Hacks’ Ending
The actress notes that Riley has the ability to get audiences thinking about issues while entertaining them: “There's people that have an immediate allergic reaction to social commentary.”
Why it matters: ‘I Love Boosters’ Star Poppy Liu on Working... could reshape the box office conversation.
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Annual global migration has nearly tripled since 2000, reshaping where and how people move
Global migration has risen sharply from approximately 13 million people per year in 2000 to around 35 million people per year in 2023. This is according to a new dataset on human migration published in Nature by researchers from the London School of Economics and Political Sci...
Phys.org reports: Annual global migration has nearly tripled since 2000,... — this advances our understanding of the world.
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NASA's CloudCube pioneers miniaturized radar to study clouds, precipitation
A compact, multifrequency radar built by a team at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory will make it easier to collect information about dynamic cloud systems. Called CloudCube, this new instrument simultaneously probes the atmosphere with three radar signals, spanning 36 to 240 G...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this advances our understanding of the world.
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Every song on the ‘Every Year After’ soundtrack
Including songs by Lana Del Rey and Mumford & Sons The post Every song on the ‘Every Year After’ soundtrack appeared first on NME.
NME reports: Every song on the ‘Every Year After’ soundtrack — this could define this era of music.
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‘Stop! That! Train!’ Review: RuPaul Presides Over an Irreverent, Appealing Disaster-Movie Parody
The tale of two heroic stewardesses who team up with RuPaul Charles, the President of the United States, to stop a train on a collision course with a once-a-century weather event, “Stop! That! Train!” is billed as a “true story” where every scene unfolds “exactly as it happene...
The big picture: ‘Stop! That! Train!’ Review: RuPaul Presides Over an... — may set a new benchmark for the genre.
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New York City Declares West 8th Street as “Jimi Hendrix Way”
The event doubled as the launch of a new music and education initiative. New York City Declares West 8th Street as “Jimi Hendrix Way” Chris Coplan
Bottom line from Consequence of Sound: this could define this era of music.
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List of all prices for Nintendo Switch 2 Upgrade Packs
Various store pages confirm pricing for all Nintendo Switch 2 Upgrade Packs that will be available. There are a variety of price points, with some costing as much as $20. On the other hand, many are free – those these are from third-parties. Here’s the full roundup: 4PGP – $4....
The big picture: List of all prices for Nintendo Switch 2... — signals what players want next.
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Global rice production has nearly doubled over 50 years despite climate change
Global rice production nearly doubled between the 1960s and the 2010s, despite the negative impacts of climate change, according to a new study from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. The study found that management decisions—including expanded irrigation and increas...
Why it matters: Global rice production has nearly doubled over 50... adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
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P53's five-hour rhythm may let resonance target gene networks on command
Can networks of genes be stimulated using resonance? Researchers at the Niels Bohr Institute are investigating whether the protein p53, which activates a range of different genes, can be induced to communicate with the body's cells "on command." Perhaps resonance is the key to...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
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Study shows gains in preschoolers' executive function with additional teacher training
Research shows that when preschool teachers participate in professional learning workshops and ongoing coaching with experienced early childhood educators, students improve their language and literacy skills, as well as their social-emotional development.
The big picture: Study shows gains in preschoolers' executive function with... — advances our understanding of the world.
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Want Free World Cup Tickets? Airbnb Is Giving Them Away With Select Bookings
Amid FIFA World Cup ticket troubles, the short-term rental company is offering fans free tickets with select bookings priced, on average, at $385 a night.
Why it matters: Want Free World Cup Tickets? Airbnb Is Giving... may redefine how we interact with devices.
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Framework delays its first Laptop 13 Pro shipments by a month
The Framework Laptop 13 Pro is delayed. The new 13-inch Framework flagship was set to launch in June, but shipments from the first batch are now expected in July - and there's still a chance some shipments could slip to early August. If you're not in the first batch, your Lapt...
Why it matters: Framework delays its first Laptop 13 Pro shipments... is one to watch for the industry.
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Why Hollywood’s Unions Didn’t Put Up a Fight With Studios This Year
After history-making strikes in 2023, a quiet negotiation cycle in 2026 yielded four-year labor contracts with all major unions as work becomes more difficult to find for members.
Hollywood Reporter reports: Why Hollywood’s Unions Didn’t Put Up a Fight... — this is generating industry buzz.
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Eufy Expands Face-Reading Smart Lock Line, Specializing in On-Device Processing
Eufy's FamiLock line is now larger, with more affordable models that limit AI processing to help protect your privacy. Here's how that works.
Bottom line from CNET: this could change how developers build software.
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The furious dispute over what caused Air India flight 171 to crash
The final conclusions of the investigation have yet to be published, although more could become apparent in the coming days.
Why it matters: The furious dispute over what caused Air India... reflects broader geopolitical shifts.
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New methods make tracking individual bird species during migration possible
Researchers at Cornell Lab of Ornithology, University of Massachusetts and University of Illinois have developed breakthrough methods to track the migration of individual bird species by combining participatory science data with weather radar technology. This advancement addre...
Phys.org reports: New methods make tracking individual bird species during... — this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
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Olivia Rodrigo sings about heartbreak but she's already chosen her wedding song
The pop star discusses the difficulty of writing happy songs, and her Glastonbury anxiety attack.
Why it matters: Olivia Rodrigo sings about heartbreak but she's already... has global implications.
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The New Lara Croft Looks Hot, And That’s Okay
The June 2026 State of Play showcase gave us a closer look at the upcoming Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis, which serves as a (second) remake of the original 1996 Tomb Raider. As I watched Lara Croft flip, grapple, and swing her way through the release date trailer, one though...
GameSpot reports: The New Lara Croft Looks Hot, And That’s... — this could shake up the gaming landscape.
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Yes, Resident Evil: Veronica Is A Third-Person Game
Just like (well, not just like) the original 2000 game, Resident Evil: Veronica will be played from a third-person perspective. The news was shared with GameSpot during a group Q&A session at Summer Game Fest, which is also where Capcom officially announced the game to the...
The big picture: Yes, Resident Evil: Veronica Is A Third-Person Game — could shake up the gaming landscape.
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Taylor Swift Surprises ‘Toy Story 5’ Premiere With Rare Performance & We Were Inside to Tell the Full Story
On the new Billboard Pop Shop Podcast, Katie tells Keith all about seeing the pop superstar perform live for the first time since 2024.
The big picture: Taylor Swift Surprises ‘Toy Story 5’ Premiere With... — is making waves across platforms.
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While you're waiting for Valheim 1.0, why not try this map that transforms it into a massive RPG?
Put down your hammer, Viking. Adventure Map has already been built.
PC Gamer reports: While you're waiting for Valheim 1.0, why not... — this may set a new standard for the genre.
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Steven Spielberg Says James Bond Movies ‘Constantly Turned Me Down’ and ‘If They Asked Me Now’ to Direct the Answer Would Be: ‘You Can’t Afford Me’
Steven Spielberg joined “The Rest Is Entertainment” podcast on his “Disclosure Day” press tour and opened up about his repeated failed attempts to direct a James Bond movie. The Oscar winner made a personal plea to franchise producer Cubby Broccoli after “Jaws” became a blockb...
Why it matters: Steven Spielberg Says James Bond Movies ‘Constantly Turned... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
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‘Happy Hours’ Review: Katie Holmes and Joshua Jackson Are Reunited in a Romcom Made for Nineties Nostalgists
The star pairing of “Happy Hours” isn’t just its selling point, but its audience filter. If the words “Katie Holmes and Joshua Jackson together again” make your heart go a little soft, then congratulations: This equally soft-hearted romantic comedy has been made directly for y...
Variety reports: ‘Happy Hours’ Review: Katie Holmes and Joshua Jackson... — this could reshape the box office conversation.
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'A little goes a long way': New York's candy stores sweeten economic gloom
While US consumer confidence is at an historic low the Big Apple's sweet shops are expanding.
The big picture: 'A little goes a long way': New York's... — signals changing business strategies.
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I'd have vetoed foreign sale of UK tech giant, says Business Secretary
Peter Kyle's comments come as the government sets out how it would back British technology companies.
BBC Business reports: I'd have vetoed foreign sale of UK tech... — this hints at where the money is moving.
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Today’s Wordle answer and hints for #1818 on June 11
There's no need to lose your streak - here's the 'Wordle' answer for today The post Today’s Wordle answer and hints for #1818 on June 11 appeared first on NME.
Why it matters: Today’s Wordle answer and hints for #1818 on... could define this era of music.
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Thom Yorke’s Shakespeare meets Radiohead ‘Hamlet Hail To The Thief’ play to launch in London
Yorke personally reworked songs from the 2003 album for the stage show, which premiered in Manchester last year The post Thom Yorke’s Shakespeare meets Radiohead ‘Hamlet Hail To The Thief’ play to launch in London appeared first on NME.
Bottom line from NME: this shows where the music business is headed.
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Radiohead’s ‘Hamlet Hail to the Thief’ Heads to London’s Barbican With ‘Alien: Earth’ Star Samuel Blenkin
Shakespeare’s most famous tragedy will collide with Radiohead’s 2003 album “Hail to the Thief” when “Hamlet Hail to the Thief” opens at London’s Barbican Theatre on Oct. 31, running through Jan. 23, 2027. The production marks the London premiere of the show, which played to so...
Bottom line from Variety: this could reshape the box office conversation.
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Globle answer today – here’s the answer and hints for June 11
Where in the world? The post Globle answer today – here’s the answer and hints for June 11 appeared first on NME.
NME reports: Globle answer today – here’s the answer and... — this could define this era of music.
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Wheat root compounds suppress soil microbes, helping retain nitrogen and cut emissions
On a quiet weekend morning in a greenhouse in Aarhus University Flakkebjerg, rows of wheat plants stand with their roots submerged in clear water. There is no soil, no buffer, no automation to take over the work. Every day, weekends and holidays included, postdoctoral research...
Why it matters: Wheat root compounds suppress soil microbes, helping retain... advances our understanding of the world.
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Cosmic acceleration holds up as new analysis rebuts slowdown claim
Our universe's expansion is still accelerating despite recent claims suggesting otherwise, an international team of astrophysicists says.
Bottom line from Phys.org: this opens new research frontiers.
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Jim Cramer says one of SpaceX's biggest risks is this group of investors
CNBC's Jim Cramer said one of the biggest risks facing the SpaceX IPO is speculators who may rush to sell shares shortly after the stock begins trading.
The big picture: Jim Cramer says one of SpaceX's biggest risks... — signals changing business strategies.
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Paramount+ Signs Matt Shakman to Direct Legal Thriller ‘Discretion’
He'll also be an executive producer of the A24 drama starring Elle Fanning and Nicole Kidman.
Hollywood Reporter reports: Paramount+ Signs Matt Shakman to Direct Legal Thriller... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
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AI Firm Utopai Studios To Co-Produce Silver Bear-Winning Filmmaker Hyo-Joo Yang’s Feature ‘Half Moon’
EXCLUSIVE: AI firm Utopai Studios will co-produce and invest in Half Moon, a feature film from South Korean filmmaker Hyo-joo Yang. Half Moon will be Yang’s debut feature. She is best known for the short Broken Night, which won the Silver Bear at Berlin in 2010. Half Moon wi...
Why it matters: AI Firm Utopai Studios To Co-Produce Silver Bear-Winning... could reshape the box office conversation.
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Matt Shakman To Direct & EP Paramount+ Series ‘Discretion’ Starring Nicole Kidman and Elle Fanning
Fantastic Four: First Steps helmer Matt Shakman has been tapped to direct the pilot and three additional episodes of Paramount+’s Discretion, starring and executive produced by Nicole Kidman and Elle Fanning. Shakman also will executive produce the legal thriller, from A24, wh...
Deadline reports: Matt Shakman To Direct & EP Paramount+ Series... — this is generating industry buzz.
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I've Used Insta360's Luna Ultra and DJI's Osmo Pocket 4. Here's How They Compare
With its detachable display, the Insta360 Luna Ultra is exciting for YouTubers. Here's how it compares to the Osmo Pocket 4.
Why it matters: I've Used Insta360's Luna Ultra and DJI's Osmo... could change how developers build software.
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Apple’s new Siri AI knows when to shut up
Apple's new Siri AI is finally here, and so far, it seems like it works. I have access and have been messing around with it, and my biggest impression so far is that Siri AI is quite curt - which I mean as a compliment. Many AI chatbots are cheery and wordy. While a more […]
Why it matters: Apple’s new Siri AI knows when to shut... may redefine how we interact with devices.
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Antibody-guided nanoparticles target blood cancer cells in bone marrow
New research co-led by Indiana University School of Medicine scientists presents a significant step toward more precise and effective cancer treatments by using a breakthrough method to deliver therapies directly to cancer cells. The study was recently published in ACS Nano.
The big picture: Antibody-guided nanoparticles target blood cancer cells in bone... — adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
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Taormina Film Festival Opens With ‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3 Screening in a Greek Theater Dating Back to the 3rd Century B.C.
Italy’s Taormina Film Festival kicked off with a double dose of ancient firepower on Wednesday evening as the first episode of HBO’s “House of the Dragon” Season 3 was unveiled on a gigantic outdoor screen to a cheering crowd of 5,000 spectators in the Sicilian resort’s Greek ...
Variety reports: Taormina Film Festival Opens With ‘House of the... — this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
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Where to Buy Last-Minute Tickets to Ariana Grande’s ‘Eternal Sunshine’ Tour
Ariana Grande is on the road for Eternal Sunshine, with dates in North America through August and London's O2 in the fall
Bottom line from Rolling Stone: this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
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NYC Street Named for Jimi Hendrix After 56-Year Petition
Jimi Hendrix Way sits just down the street from the guitarist’s legendary Electric Lady Studios
The big picture: NYC Street Named for Jimi Hendrix After 56-Year... — shows where the music business is headed.
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NASA Names Its Crew for Artemis III Moon Mission and Defends the Lack of Women
Two months after the rousing success of the Artemis II mission, NASA introduced four new astronauts -- all men.
CNET reports: NASA Names Its Crew for Artemis III Moon... — this may redefine how we interact with devices.
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Jeff Bergman & Carla Delaney Bergman On Adventures In The Voiceover Trade From ‘Looney Tunes’ To ‘Toy Story 5’ – Crew Call Podcast
On today’s Crew Call we speak with husband-and-wife voice-over performers Jeff Bergman and Carla Delaney Bergman, who share with us how they broke into the craft, their successes, and how to forge a path in the industry. Jeff Bergman’s window into voice-overs began when Looney...
Bottom line from Deadline: this signals where Hollywood is headed.
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Custom protein binders zero in on near-identical disease targets with unprecedented selectivity
In the human body, the boundary between health and severe illness can be microscopic. For decades, molecular scientists have grappled with a frustrating biological reality: The proteins driving devastating diseases often look nearly identical to the ones keeping us alive.
Phys.org reports: Custom protein binders zero in on near-identical disease... — this opens new research frontiers.
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Degradable sensors reveal hidden soil secrets after microbes nibble on them
New degradable sensors could reveal insights into the secret—yet essential—microscopic life in soil. The sensors, which are being developed by soil scientists at Lancaster University and researchers at the University of Colorado Boulder and the University of Manchester, track ...
Why it matters: Degradable sensors reveal hidden soil secrets after microbes... opens new research frontiers.
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Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave Is Getting A Collector’s Edition
Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Standard Edition $70-$80 | Releases September 17 Preorder at Amazon View at other stores Preorder at Walmart Preorder at ...
Why it matters: Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave Is Getting A Collector’s... reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
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Unique SpaceX IPO is hedging challenge for Wall Street: 'What are you going to do, short NASA?'
Millbank Dartmoor Portsmouth CIO Dennis Davitt says he hasn't seen anything like the SpaceX IPO since 2004. Investors are nervous about their positions.
CNBC reports: Unique SpaceX IPO is hedging challenge for Wall... — this could affect investors and consumers alike.
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xAI fired an engineer who raised alarms about Grok safety, new lawsuit claims
A former xAI engineer is suing the company and SpaceX, alleging he was fired for raising AI safety concerns about Grok days before SpaceX's historic IPO.
TechCrunch reports: xAI fired an engineer who raised alarms about... — this is one to watch for the industry.
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Here’s Why Everyone Is Talking About Hideo Kojima And Geoff Keighley’s “Divorce”
If there are two internet gaming celebrities folks love to be parasocial about, it's gotta be Hideo Kojima and Geoff Keighley. For decades, the two have publicly shared what many thought to be an unbreakable bond. Despite their different backgrounds, ages, and positions in the...
The big picture: Here’s Why Everyone Is Talking About Hideo Kojima... — signals what players want next.
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Joel Flatow To Start New Firm After More Than 30 Years At RIAA
Joel Flatow is departing the Recording Industry Association of America after more than 30 years and is forming his own strategic consulting firm. Flatow has served as senior vice president of artist and industry relations and chief of West Coast operations for the RIAA. The ne...
Bottom line from Deadline: this signals where Hollywood is headed.
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Lab-created 'moon' rock could help scientists interpret lunar data and explore how water might form on the moon
The moon may look unchanged from afar, but its surface is constantly reshaped by microscopic impacts and a steady stream of particles from the sun, a process known as space weathering. Now, Georgia Tech researchers have recreated one of those weathering sources, solar wind, in...
Why it matters: Lab-created 'moon' rock could help scientists interpret lunar... adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
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Cush Jumbo Talks ‘Criminal Record’ Season 2, June and Hegarty’s Odd Bond and [SPOILER’S] Shocking Death
SPOILER ALERT: The following story contains plot details from the Season 2 finale of “Criminal Record” now streaming on Apple TV. In the second season of Apple TV’s captivating crime drama, “Criminal Record,” Detective Sergeant June Lenker (Cush Jumbo) finds herself investigat...
The big picture: Cush Jumbo Talks ‘Criminal Record’ Season 2, June... — reflects evolving audience tastes.
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The perfect 27-in Mac-focused monitor for work and more [Video]
When you’re using Apple hardware, you just want things to work – to feel native and seamless – and that’s exactly what MSI had in mind with the PRO MAX 271UPXW12G monitor. Boasting a pixel-dense 4K resolution on a 27-in screen with a QD-OLED display, this MSI monitor is design...
Bottom line from 9to5Mac: this could change how developers build software.
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‘HeyPolo’ is a privacy-first family safety & location sharing app from the team behind Surfshark
Our smartphones can do a lot, but perhaps one of the most underrated things they can do is offer some serious peace of mind for families. That’s a big part of the reason that location sharing apps have been popular for years, but many of them can also be a privacy nightmare. T...
Why it matters: ‘HeyPolo’ is a privacy-first family safety & location... is one to watch for the industry.
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Canada announces bill banning social media for anyone under 16
The regulation also imposes new safety expectations on 'AI chatbot services.'
Engadget reports: Canada announces bill banning social media for anyone... — this could change how developers build software.
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This Cannot Continue
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma says the division must face harsh realities including massive revenue drops, component crises, and an overextended studio system, but doesn't specify who's actually staring them down
The big picture: This Cannot Continue — may set a new standard for the genre.
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Why Andrew Yang is building instead of waiting for Washington
Andrew Yang’s 2020 presidential campaign was based on a warning that automation and AI would hollow out the labor market and concentrate wealth in the hands of a few. At the time, ideas like Universal Basic Income felt fringe. Now Dario Amodei, Sam Altman, and Bernie Sanders a...
TechCrunch reports: Why Andrew Yang is building instead of waiting... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
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Fans Choose Shakira & Burna Boy’s ‘Dai Dai’ as Best World Cup Song of All Time: Full Results
Shakira's "Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)" finished a very close second.
Billboard reports: Fans Choose Shakira & Burna Boy’s ‘Dai Dai’... — this shows where the music business is headed.
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Low-copper paints matched high-copper rivals, while silicone performed best against fouling
When comparing different types of antifouling paints against fouling on leisure boats, the results were the opposite of what many would expect. Of the paints tested, the biocide-free silicone paint worked best, and the paint marketed as environmentally friendly turned out to b...
Phys.org reports: Low-copper paints matched high-copper rivals, while silicone performed... — this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
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Novel catalyst design boosts solar-driven ammonia production under mild conditions
Sunlight, water, air and metal-organic catalysts—that could be all it takes. TU Wien has shown how catalyst design can be advanced for solar-driven NH3 synthesis. Without this chemical technology, feeding the world as we know it would be nearly impossible. The Haber-Bosch proc...
Phys.org reports: Novel catalyst design boosts solar-driven ammonia production under... — this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
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Bisignano says Social Security Administration's phone helpline wait times have reached a record low
Long waits when calling the Social Security Administration's 800 number have been a legacy issue. Commissioner Frank Bisignano said he's changing that.
The big picture: Bisignano says Social Security Administration's phone helpline wait... — signals changing business strategies.
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’24 Jump Street’ in the Works With Jonah Hill, Channing Tatum, Ice Cube in Talks to Return
Rodney Rothman is set to helm the latest sequel for Sony, with previous directors Phil Lord and Chris Miller on board to produce.
The big picture: ’24 Jump Street’ in the Works With Jonah... — is generating industry buzz.
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An Everest guide's miraculous survival raises questions for tourism industry
Why was a cook leading clients up the world's highest peak? And why was he left to rescue himself?
Why it matters: An Everest guide's miraculous survival raises questions for... could reshape the global order.
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Diabetes org apologizes for ejecting scientists over criticism of Trump
For days after the stunning incident, the ADA had doubled-down on the choice.
The big picture: Diabetes org apologizes for ejecting scientists over criticism... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
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9to5Mac Daily: June 10, 2026 – CarPlay in iOS 27, watchOS 27 features
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Sponsored by CardPointers: The best way to m...
The big picture: 9to5Mac Daily: June 10, 2026 – CarPlay in... — signals a shift in how we use technology.
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Watch KATSEYE, LE SSERAFIM & ILLIT Join Forces to Thank Their Haters in ‘Iconic by Mistake’ Music Video
The visual arrives ahead of the song's official release on streaming services.
Billboard reports: Watch KATSEYE, LE SSERAFIM & ILLIT Join Forces... — this is making waves across platforms.
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Hurricane rainfall and landslide risk are on the rise in Southern California
Climate change could make historically rare tropical storms in Southern California produce significantly more precipitation in the next few decades, and when they strike, landslides are likely to become a bigger risk across the region, according to new research in Nature Clima...
The big picture: Hurricane rainfall and landslide risk are on the... — adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
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Global warming hit 1.37°C in 2025, with Earth accumulating heat at an accelerating rate
Strong and consistent evidence shows that the entire climate system is continuing to heat, driving rapid global warming. Human activities pushed global warming to 1.37°C in 2025, and its level is projected to surpass 1.5°C in about four years. Crucially, the rate at which heat...
Phys.org reports: Global warming hit 1.37°C in 2025, with Earth... — this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
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All Three Xenoblade Chronicles Switch 2 Editions Are Up For Preorder
Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition (Physical) $70 | Releases July 30 Preorder at Amazon View at other stores Preorder at Best Buy ...
GameSpot reports: All Three Xenoblade Chronicles Switch 2 Editions Are... — this may set a new standard for the genre.
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A Coding Implementation on Microsoft SkillOpt for Instrumented Prompt Optimization, Skill Evolution Analysis, and Baseline Comparison
We implement an instrumented workflow for Microsoft SkillOpt end to end. We set up the repository, connect OpenAI-compatible model access, and configure the optimizer and target models. We evaluate the original seed skill as a baseline, then run a real optimization loop with r...
Why it matters: A Coding Implementation on Microsoft SkillOpt for Instrumented... could accelerate the AI arms race.
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The Wall Street Journal Asks Judge To Toss Donald Trump’s Revised Lawsuit Over Story On Jeffrey Epstein Letter
UPDATED, with comment from Trump legal team: The Wall Street Journal is asking a judge to toss out Donald Trump’s revised defamation lawsuit, contending that the president’s new litigation is merely a “re-package” of claims already dismissed by the court. Trump’s new lawsuit, ...
Deadline reports: The Wall Street Journal Asks Judge To Toss... — this signals where Hollywood is headed.
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Mashable readers predicted some of WWDCs big moments. See how many guessed macOSs new name.
The results of Mashable's Big Guessing Game, Apple edition, are in. See how many readers predicted WWDC's biggest moments.
Why it matters: Mashable readers predicted some of WWDCs big moments.... reshapes the tech landscape.
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Visualizing band structures in nanostructures: Extending band theory to imperfect periodic and bent systems
An international collaborative research group has developed a new computational method to visualize the electronic states of aperiodic nanomaterials as band structures through first-principles calculations on finite-sized giant molecule models. The approach reformulates band u...
Phys.org reports: Visualizing band structures in nanostructures: Extending band theory... — this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
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Independent Film Is Winning with Performance Art
From a straight-to-VHS release to Criterion's six-hour lines and Portland's one-night-only cinema, audiences are discovering that what can't be streamed is more valuable than what can.
The big picture: Independent Film Is Winning with Performance Art — is generating industry buzz.
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Jamie Hector Reacts to Jay-Z’s Marlo References During Viral Roots Picnic Freestyle: ‘It Was a Great Feeling’
The Wire actor also talked about how his two children feel about his portrayal of the cold-blooded Baltimore hustler.
The big picture: Jamie Hector Reacts to Jay-Z’s Marlo References During... — is making waves across platforms.
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Stephen Lang Joins ‘Mercy Good’ Supernatural Horror From Director Kevin Lewis, Stoic Films
EXCLUSIVE: Stephen Lang has joined the cast of director Kevin Lewis’ upcoming supernatural horror film Mercy Good, from Stoic Films. Written by Michael Caissie (Hangman, Hunter’s Moon) and directed by Lewis (Willy’s Wonderland), Mercy Good follows a family that relocates to Sa...
The big picture: Stephen Lang Joins ‘Mercy Good’ Supernatural Horror From... — could reshape the box office conversation.
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USDA's Rollins called screwworm a 'little pest' amid U.S. spread. Last year, she called it 'terrifying'
The U.S. agriculture secretary is downplaying the threat posed by the spreading screwworm now compared with her more dire remarks last year.
CNBC reports: USDA's Rollins called screwworm a 'little pest' amid... — this may shift market dynamics.
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Jon Prosser seeks another shot to respond to Apple’s Liquid Glass leak lawsuit
Apple and Jon Prosser’s attorney have asked the court to set aside the default entered against him last October, which may give him another chance to formally respond to the complaint. Here are the details. more…
Bottom line from 9to5Mac: this signals a shift in how we use technology.
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Nearly a million passports and photo IDs were left unprotected on the public internet
Typing a few letters and numbers into my web browser, I find myself gaping at the identity documents of complete strangers. The passport of a young woman from Germany. The passport of a man from Spain with glasses resting on his head. The front and back of another man's driver...
The big picture: Nearly a million passports and photo IDs were... — is one to watch for the industry.
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Analysis: Trump said he loves inflation. Why that should be music to Kevin Warsh's ears
The president said Wednesday he is happy with inflation at 4.2%. That will be welcome news for new Fed Chair Kevin Warsh.
Why it matters: Trump said he loves inflation. Why that should... reflects a broader economic trend.
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Fireworks illuminate Barcelona's Sagrada Família during Pope visit
Pope Leo XIV says Barcelona's iconic Sagrada Família is a masterpiece of "stones, colours and light" during his visit to Spain.
The big picture: Fireworks illuminate Barcelona's Sagrada Família during Pope visit — affects international relations.
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Citigroup shares outperform down market after Trump endorsement
Jane Fraser-led Citi fell 1%, less than the rest of the market and some other major banks, after Trump lauded its turnaround in a social media post.
Bottom line from CNBC: this hints at where the money is moving.
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Coastal land shifts reveal faster local sea level rise than expected
For almost a century, researchers have known that vertical land motion—the lifting and sinking of the ground—affects sea level locally. As the ground sinks, the sea level rises relative to the land. Scientists also assumed this process generally occurred at a steady rate over ...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
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Lies of P: Complete Edition Switch 2 Preorders Include Some Cool Collectibles
Lies of P: Complete Edition for Switch 2 (Physical Edition) $70 | Releases October 2 Preorder at Amazon Preorder at Best Buy After launching on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC back in 2023, the acclaimed soulslike action RPG ...
GameSpot reports: Lies of P: Complete Edition Switch 2 Preorders... — this could shake up the gaming landscape.
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Once again players are right to suspect AI was used in a game, once again a dev apologizes for using AI in their game
1666: Amsterdam dropped a cool trailer at Summer Game Fest, and you know what happened next.
Why it matters: Once again players are right to suspect AI... is generating hype in the community.
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New combined spore trapping and DNA sequencing technology tracks fungicide resistance in grain crops
Researchers at the Center for Crop and Disease Management (CCDM) have developed a new system that combines spore trapping with advanced DNA sequencing to confirm fungicide resistance from air samples containing airborne spores.
The big picture: New combined spore trapping and DNA sequencing technology... — advances our understanding of the world.
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'Cold insurance' for crops: Researchers unlock 'on-demand' climate resilience
Rapidly intensifying global climate instability is causing increasingly erratic temperature fluctuations. When sudden cold snaps strike during a crop's critical flowering window, they trigger irreversible pollen abortion, slashing yields of staple crops by 20% to 60%. Passive ...
The big picture: 'Cold insurance' for crops: Researchers unlock 'on-demand' climate... — advances our understanding of the world.
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Tim Allen Says ‘Home Improvement’ Reboot Is “Stuck” Because Of Onscreen Sons’ “Personality Problems”
More than 25 years later, The Tool Man is attempting to make an onscreen Taylor family reunion happen. Tim Allen recently gave an update on a potential Home Improvement followup, noting that the actors who played his sons on the 1991-’99 ABC sitcom are too preoccupied dealing ...
Why it matters: Tim Allen Says ‘Home Improvement’ Reboot Is “Stuck”... could reshape the box office conversation.
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Cybercriminals claim breach of Oracle PeopleSoft servers at 100-plus organizations
The ShinyHunters hacking gang claims to have compromised the Oracle PeopleSoft servers of more than 100 organizations, including many universities.
Why it matters: Cybercriminals claim breach of Oracle PeopleSoft servers at... signals a shift in how we use technology.
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Man sues Florida cops over arrest spurred by "93% match" in facial recognition
Lawsuit: "Police let an error-prone AI system stand in for an investigation."
Ars Technica reports: Man sues Florida cops over arrest spurred by... — this is one to watch for the industry.
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Cells have a secret power line: How the nucleus gets its own private energy supply from mitochondria
For decades, biologists assumed a cell's energy simply diffused to wherever it was needed. It turns out the most important destination of all has a private delivery line.
Phys.org reports: Cells have a secret power line: How the... — this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
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Biopolymer beads extend fungus bioinsecticide shelf life and release
Researchers have used a biopolymer to encapsulate and extend the storage life and release rate of a bioinsecticidal fungus. The study is published in ACS Omega. The goal is to extend the shelf life of Beauveria bassiana, a fungus widely used as a bioinsecticide on various agri...
The big picture: Biopolymer beads extend fungus bioinsecticide shelf life and... — adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
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