The US military has disputed Tehran's claim, as Iran said it closed the Strait over deadly Israeli attacks in Lebanon.
BBC World reports: US-Iran talks to begin in Switzerland as Tehran... — this could reshape the global order.
Nintendo ended its Direct last week with the announcement that it will release a remake for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time on Switch 2. Outside of a snippet of footage and a 2026 launch window, that’s all we have to go off of. With how little Nintendo showed of the game,...
Why it matters: [Let’s Talk] Hopes and dreams for Zelda: Ocarina... is generating hype in the community.
Guild Wars, the legendary MMO series from ArenaNet, somehow never expanded into the collectible card game (CCG) genre. This will soon change, however, as Mistbound: Guild Wars Card Game was just revealed. Read more
Eurogamer reports: Hot off the Guild Wars 3 reveal, the... — this signals what players want next.
Mistbound aims to give fans "a new way to play together."
Why it matters: Guild Wars 3 isn't the only new Guild... reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
Silver Lining Interactive and Frozen Way are teaming up to bring House Flipper Remastered Collection to Nintendo Switch 2, they’ve announced. The release is set for Q3 2026. A retail version is planned, but it’ll be a game-key card. House Flipper Remastered Collection is a sig...
Why it matters: House Flipper Remastered Collection coming to Nintendo Switch... may set a new standard for the genre.
The first feature from China's Zhong Kaifeng won over a jury led by Hong Kong icon Tony Leung Chiu-wai, which had set out in search of "surprises."
Why it matters: ‘Atlantic Rhapsody’ Takes Top Prize at Shanghai Film... is generating industry buzz.
As the line between film festival and tech expo continues to blur in China, SIFF ran filmmaking labs for work created by artificial intelligence, iPhone or virtual reality.
Hollywood Reporter reports: How the Shanghai Film Festival Is Embracing Cinema’s... — this signals where Hollywood is headed.
In Shanghai to head the Golden Goblet jury, the Hong Kong icon explains AI's threat to creativity, how to keep young audiences in movie theaters, and his late-career swerve into European arthouse cinema.
The big picture: Tony Leung Reflects on the Rise of AI... — signals where Hollywood is headed.
With the United States’ 250th birthday, the documentary filmmakers of Declarations: Black Americans and the Revolutionary War turned to modern technology to reclaim history. Director Stacey Holman and her co-writer/fellow director Maya Tepler explained why chose to use generat...
Bottom line from Deadline: this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
A study published by Food Research International analyzed the triple effect of climate change on soybean quality—increased carbon dioxide (CO₂), high temperatures and drought. Using predictive modeling powered by artificial intelligence (AI) and based on experimentally verifie...
The big picture: Climate change boosts soybean production but worsens bean... — could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
An AI company is sending free cleaners door-to-door in a bid to train the robots it hopes one day will replace them.
The big picture: Why an AI company cleaned my New York... — is one to watch for the industry.
If we are witnessing a profound shift in the online space, how will it reshape our relationship with it? Technology and AI editor Zoe Kleinman writes.
Bottom line from BBC Tech: this reshapes the tech landscape.
“I'm a curious citizen. I reached down to see what it felt like. It was very rubbery.”
Fortune reports: Trump tries explain why the Reflecting Pool is... — this may shift market dynamics.
Cisco Foundation AI has open-sourced FAPO (Fully Automated Prompt Optimization), a Claude Code-driven system that autonomously optimizes multi-step LLM pipelines from baseline prompts to target accuracy. FAPO evaluates a chain, attributes failures at the step level, proposes v...
Bottom line from MarkTechPost: this pushes the boundary of what machines can do.
There's no need to lose your streak - here's the 'Wordle' answer for today The post Today’s Wordle answer and hints for #1828 on June 21 appeared first on NME.
Bottom line from NME: this could define this era of music.
Here are hints, groups and answers for 'Connections' #1106 The post ‘Connections’ answers and hints for today, June 21 appeared first on NME.
Why it matters: ‘Connections’ answers and hints for today, June 21 shows where the music business is headed.
You’ve been framed The post Framed answer today – here’s the solution for June 21 appeared first on NME.
Why it matters: Framed answer today – here’s the solution for... shows where the music business is headed.
Iran's joint military command said the closure was in response to continued Israeli military operations in Lebanon.
The big picture: Iran reportedly closes Strait of Hormuz again as... — reflects a broader economic trend.
The announcements indicated a rough start to the technical-level talks that key mediator Pakistan said will begin Sunday, with Qatari mediators also participating.
Fortune reports: Vice President JD Vance heads to Switzerland for... — this may shift market dynamics.
Frightened bat rays produce a chemical cue to warn other rays of danger, a well-known anti-predator strategy for bony fish that has not been documented in cartilaginous fish until now. Oregon State University researchers found the behavior of bat rays changed when they receive...
Phys.org reports: Bat rays employ a chemical cue to warn... — this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
China's goods trade surplus with the EU hit 360.6 billion euros in 2025, up 15% from 2024. And in the first four months of this year, the gap has expanded by 10%.
The big picture: A new trade war may be brewing. This... — could affect investors and consumers alike.
Rideback, the production company behind the billion-dollar live-action "Lilo & Stitch" and "Aladdin" movies, brought it to the studio and will produce.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this reflects evolving audience tastes.
The Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery merger, if it goes through, would not only have a major impact on the future of the media business, but on our collective past. Skydance Media, through its acquisition of Paramount, already controls the CBS News archive. If Paramount succee...
The big picture: Archival Producer Rochelle Widdowson Sounds Alarm About Potential... — reflects evolving audience tastes.
Following criticism of Euphoria‘s final season and its depiction of OnlyFans creators, Sam Levinson has addressed the backlash. The creator of the HBO series admitted he took a “fairly critical look” at OnlyFans culture, explaining on Real Time with Bill Maher why he didn’t “a...
Why it matters: Sam Levinson Defends ‘Euphoria’s “Fairly Critical” Depiction Of... signals where Hollywood is headed.
Nintendo Switch Sports Resort, which was recent announced, has confirmed that 100 Pin Bowling will be included. Nintendo itself shared the news, posting a screenshot on its Japanese website. 100 Pin Bowling was a part of the original Wii Sports Resort. It’s still ultimately ab...
Bottom line from Nintendo Everything: this is generating hype in the community.
Many of you young'uns might hear the term Y2K and think of a vague, all encompassing descriptor of 2000s aesthetics, but us older folk think of it as this apocalyptic event that never came to be at the turn of the new millennium. Because the world didn't end, many thought that...
The big picture: MonCraft 199X is a creature collecting survival game... — is generating hype in the community.
The Israeli military accused Ahmed Wishah of being a "Hamas sniper operative", without providing evidence.
BBC World reports: Israeli strikes kill six people in Gaza including... — this has global implications.
Nous Research has added a Blank Slate setup mode to its open-source Hermes Agent. It starts an agent with everything off except provider, model, File Operations, and Terminal. You opt in to the rest. The post Nous Research Updates Hermes Agent With a Blank Slate Mode That Pins...
The big picture: Nous Research Updates Hermes Agent With a Blank... — highlights the rapid pace of AI adoption.
Another deluge of layoffs in a year full of them.
The big picture: The team behind bullet hell FPS Luna Abyss... — is generating hype in the community.
The follow-up to her 2022 debut 'Lucky Me' will be out in October The post Phoebe Green announces new album ‘Premature Nostalgia’ with dizzying single ‘There’s Always Someone Kicking The Seat’ appeared first on NME.
Bottom line from NME: this is making waves across platforms.
As humans, we live out our lives on a planet that is constantly sweeping through a cosmic ocean littered with ancient debris from the formation of the solar system. For the most part, our world glides silently through space, shielded by Earth's thin atmosphere.
Phys.org reports: Sonic booms from meteors can release the energy... — this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
Pierre Coffin thought he was done with the Minions. After nearly two decades inside the “Despicable Me” universe — the highest-grossing animated franchise of all time, with more than $5.5 billion worldwide across six films — the French animator had earned the right to feel wor...
Why it matters: ‘Minions & Monsters’ Director Pierre Coffin on His... signals where Hollywood is headed.
EXCLUSIVE: Lilly Wachoswki is setting a different kind of stage for her next project, hosting a live reading of her dystopian political thriller The Hunted, currently in late-stage development with a producing team that includes Natasha Lyonne. Co-written by Wachowski and Mick...
Bottom line from Deadline: this could reshape the box office conversation.
Animal pairs engage in mutual signaling by simultaneously performing a diverse repertoire of behaviors. A famous example is the sophisticated dance (mutual displays) performed by bird pairs.
Phys.org reports: Crane pair dances follow hidden rules, with performances... — this advances our understanding of the world.
In a title bout for the championship, Puerto Rican Oscar Collazo takes on Filipino boxer Joey Canoy in a 12-round match. What’s on the line? Collazo’s WBA and WBO strawweight title belts. At the end of the contest, one of these fighters will have the title — or it will end wit...
Variety reports: How to Watch Oscar Collazo vs. Joey Canoy... — this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
With the death of James Burrows, stars of the most beloved sitcoms are mourning the loss of the multi-cam medium’s most decorated director. Following Burrows’ death at age 85, Jennifer Aniston paid tribute to the “father figure” who directed 15 episodes of the hit NBC series i...
Deadline reports: Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox & ‘Friends’ Cast Remember... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
It's been a while since there's been a new Ultima! Just about eight years, in fact, and it wasn't even called Ultima (it was Underworld Ascendant, which we didn't review back in the day). Such is the case with many series' that are over 40 years old, they just don't have quite...
Rock Paper Shotgun reports: As EA appear to renew the trademark for... — this is generating hype in the community.
The eccentric Lord British wants to retake the RPG series that made him a fortune without spending one
Kotaku reports: Richard Garriott Wants To Take Ultima Back From... — this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
The NBC exec who first met Burrows in 1979 and presided over NBC Entertainment from 1991 through 1998 describes the legendary TV director, who died Friday, as "America’s greatest and most prolific exporter of the world of laughter and joy."
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this is generating industry buzz.
"Will the Iranian announcement be enough to deter them? Or will Iran need to resort to force and directly violate the MOU's terms?"
Fortune reports: Shipping companies will decide when the Strait of... — this reflects a broader economic trend.
Will we eventually see Diablo 4 on Nintendo Switch 2? Additional evidence has to come light that points in that direction. A Nintendo Switch 2 version of the game has been rated in Taiwan – specifically for Lord of Hatred, one of the game’s expansions. Technically it happened ...
Why it matters: New evidence emerges of Diablo 4 coming to... may set a new standard for the genre.
The country star's heartfelt message came during her June 18 concert in Oklahoma City.
Why it matters: Ella Langley Says God, Not Men or Drugs,... reflects the changing sound of the industry.
This is the sun's time to shine: Sunday is the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere.
Phys.org reports: Sunday is the longest day of the year... — this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
Iran’s joint military command said the strait was closed because of the U.S. “clear breach of its commitments” by failing to end the war.
Fortune reports: Trump threatens to charge U.S. tolls in Strait... — this reflects a broader economic trend.
The 'Star Wars' creator will lend his voice for a role in the upcoming animated feature from Illumination and Universal Pictures.
Why it matters: George Lucas Cast in ‘Minions & Monsters’ After... is generating industry buzz.
Jennifer Aniston posted a heartfelt tribute to her longtime “Friends” director James Burrows, who died on Friday at 85 years old. “Papa Burrows. The hardest thing about writing this is that you spent a lifetime making people feel loved, and now it feels impossible to put all o...
Bottom line from Variety: this is generating industry buzz.
The actor also dives into her guest spot on ‘The Studio’ — as a rare name not to play themselves.
Why it matters: Rebecca Hall on Finding a New Frequency with... could reshape the box office conversation.
Here are some hints and the answers for the NYT Connections puzzle for June 21 No. 1,106.
The big picture: Today's NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for... — is one to watch for the industry.
Genes are not passed on exclusively from parents to their offspring. Some are mobile and can also jump to other species, as researchers at the Max Planck Institute for Marine Microbiology in Bremen have now shown. The direct observation of a jumping gene provides the first evi...
Why it matters: Jumping gene caught moving between species in first... challenges existing scientific assumptions.
The anticipated follow-up from the Dread Delusion folks is filled with rot, rock and rule
Kotaku reports: Entropy Is An Upcoming Vagrant Story Inspired RPG... — this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
The former NME Cover stars released their debut album ‘Home’ earlier this month The post BOYNEXTDOOR announce first ever world tour, ‘Knock On Vol. 2’ appeared first on NME.
NME reports: BOYNEXTDOOR announce first ever world tour, ‘Knock On... — this could define this era of music.
Apple @ Work is exclusively brought to you by Mosyle, the only Apple Unified Platform. Mosyle is the only solution that integrates in a single professional grade platform all the solutions necessary to seamlessly and automatically deploy, manage, and protect Apple devices at w...
Why it matters: Apple @ Work: The era of legacy MDM... may redefine how we interact with devices.
An analysis of ancient teeth is giving scientists a rare peek into interactions between human relatives hundreds of thousands of years ago that have left a lasting imprint on our species.
Phys.org reports: Ancient enamel just exposed a hidden human family... — this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
The group leading the charge in the search for extraterrestrial life has given the all clear: An interstellar comet looks to be completely natural and free of any alien tech.
The big picture: Radio scans find no alien tech from the... — could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
Welcome to Indie App Spotlight. This is a weekly 9to5Mac series where we showcase the latest apps in the indie app world. If you’re a developer and would like your app featured, get in contact. If you’re looking to level up your podcast experience, check out Brink. It’s a wel...
The big picture: Indie App Spotlight: ‘Brink’ brings a feature-rich experience... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
While Kennedy Center officials consider the extent of planned renovations, the arts facility will remain open, at least for the time being. But don’t expect any new programming in the immediate future. In a Friday night court filing, Kennedy Center executive director Matt Floc...
The big picture: U.S. Rep Joyce Beatty Slams Kennedy Center Management... — could reshape the box office conversation.
Corporate bond issuance in the year through May totaled $1.23 trillion, up 21% from a year ago.
Bottom line from Fortune: this signals changing business strategies.
BLACKPINK, AC/DC and The Proclaimers are among the other big names being heard at the tournament The post Daft Punk’s ‘One More Time’ is France’s official 2026 World Cup goal music appeared first on NME.
Why it matters: Daft Punk’s ‘One More Time’ is France’s official... is making waves across platforms.
"Mr & Mrs," the pop superstar captioned a gallery from the couple's second wedding celebration.
The big picture: Dua Lipa and Callum Turner Share Stunning Wedding... — reflects the changing sound of the industry.
A researcher at Kyushu University and his collaborators have shown that continuous parameters in quantum gravity may not be freely adjustable "dials" from outside the theory, but rather arise from operators within the theory itself, supporting the century-old claim by Albert E...
Phys.org reports: Quantum gravity research links continuous parameters to local... — this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
Two active PlayStation Plus subscriptions will be required for local split-screen
The big picture: Halo: Campaign Evolved On PS5 Gets Called Out... — could shake up the gaming landscape.
I used to question whether meal kits were worth the cost, especially as someone with dietary restrictions. This one company made me a believer.
CNET reports: Yes, I Was Wrong About Meal Kits. This... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
Market analyst Michiel Buijsman reckons GTA 6 will be 2026's "defining commercial catalyst."
Why it matters: The videogame market is as big as ever,... reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
Atlantic reporter Alex Reisner recently uncovered four datasets of music being used to train AI models and made them fully searchable for the public. Two of the sets are absolutely enormous at 12 million and 9 million tracks. The other two are much smaller, but still represent...
The big picture: The Atlantic created a searchable database of the... — signals a shift in how we use technology.
When temperatures rise, sleep often suffers. Hot nights can make it harder to fall asleep, increase waking during the night and leave people feeling less rested the next day.
Phys.org reports: Eight ways to sleep well in hot weather — this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
Illumination founder Chris Meledandri recently told Collider that George Lucas voices a character in “Minions & Monsters,” which hits theaters on July 1. “I had this privilege of meeting George about two years ago, and what led to my meeting him is how much he loves Illuminati...
Bottom line from Variety: this is generating industry buzz.
Shinkei makes a refrigerator-sized robot called Poseidon to kill fish quickly and humanely.
The big picture: This startup built a fish-killing robot and chefs... — could change how developers build software.
"You think I’m going to ‘na, na, na’? What kind of person do you think I am?" The post Jimmy Kimmel calls out Larry David for not singing along to ‘Hey Jude’ at Paul McCartney concert appeared first on NME.
The big picture: Jimmy Kimmel calls out Larry David for not... — reflects the changing sound of the industry.
The expanded edition of the rapper’s 12th album includes two new tracks.
The big picture: Ye Drops ‘Bully’ Deluxe Edition Featuring New Don... — is making waves across platforms.
I think despite the mess that was the launch of Cyberpunk 2077, it wouldn't be right to say that CD Projekt Red's reputation was completely tarnished. It is still a game with a lot of cultural relevancy, and nobody can shut up about The Witcher 3 to such a degree that it's eve...
Rock Paper Shotgun reports: CD Projekt Red's CEO still thinks they need... — this could shake up the gaming landscape.
Researchers have developed a novel class of nanotube membranes that enable ultrafast ion transport. The findings open new pathways for high-efficiency clean energy generation, lithium recovery and molecular separation.
Why it matters: New nanotube membranes reveal unusually fast lithium-ion transport could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
Meet Hollywood’s 26 top marketing masterminds of 2026 — the stars, influencers and CMOs who turned viral moments into real-world sales and billion-dollar brands.
Why it matters: Sold Out in Seconds: How Kendall Jenner, Rosé... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Micro Center is now selling some of its bundles on Amazon, including this 9800X3D combo that gives you an excellent motherboard and fast RAM without breaking the bank.
Tom's Hardware reports: Get AMD's flagship Ryzen 7 9800X3D with 32GB... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
In addition to scoring Wolfenstein 3D and Duke Nukem 3D, Prince's Doom music was added to Library of Congress' National Recording Registry in May
Bottom line from Rolling Stone: this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
Microsoft is ending support for Office 2021 in October. Here's what that means, and what your options are.
Mashable reports: Microsoft to end support for Office 2021 this... — this is one to watch for the industry.
A new AP-NORC poll finds a nine-point gap between Republicans who back his presidency and those who back his economic stewardship.
Why it matters: Americans on Trump and Iran: 65% disapprove, just... hints at where the money is moving.
Steven Spielberg's 'Disclosure Day' is falling 69 percent, while sensation 'Obsession' will finally post a weekend smaller than its opening.
The big picture: ‘Toy Story 5’ Headed to $160M for Biggest... — reflects evolving audience tastes.
Mona Khalil, who had refused to leave the beach she had spent years protecting, died from her injuries after the Israeli strike.
Bottom line from BBC World: this affects international relations.
Olivia Wilde recently told the “Call Her Daddy” podcast that Pamela Anderson helped her through the release of her 2022 film “Don’t Worry Darling,” which was plagued with rumors of disarray in the director’s personal and professional life. “I actually learned this from — this ...
Why it matters: Olivia Wilde Says Pamela Anderson Helped Her Through... is generating industry buzz.
His work paved the way for the discovery of the Higgs boson, which explained how particles acquire mass, solving one of the deepest mysteries in physics.
The big picture: François Englert, Nobelist Who Helped Predict the ‘God... — advances our understanding of the world.
From Washington to New York to Seattle, DSA-aligned candidates are rebranding the left as the party of childcare and competent government.
Bottom line from Fortune: this could affect investors and consumers alike.
Many parents spend their days managing schedules, chores and responsibilities. This Father's Day, a parenting expert shares five "fun dad" habits that can increase joy and strengthen parent-child relationships.
Bottom line from CNBC: this signals changing business strategies.
Nearly 1,700 people were evacuated from the huge blaze at Viva Wyndham Dominicus Beach in Bayahibe, a popular resort town on the Caribbean coast.
BBC World reports: Tourist dies in Dominican Republic luxury resort fire — this affects international relations.
It’s an understatement to say that Disney/Pixar’s Toy Story 5 is off to a great global start at the box office. With $129.3M so far, the Andrew Stanton directed movie is bound to beat its worldwide opening forecast of $275M. Broken out that’s $71M domestic for Toy Story 5, whi...
Bottom line from Deadline: this signals where Hollywood is headed.
Gordon-Levitt says he has attended two conferences held by the Thiel-founded Dialog, but has never met the Palantir billionaire.
Bottom line from AV Club: this signals changes in media consumption.
The carrying capacity of the Baltic Sea could withstand a seal population twice its current size, but hunting quotas and Baltic herring mean weight greatly affect the future of the seals. A recent study provides a new estimate for the carrying capacity of the Baltic gray seal ...
Phys.org reports: Herring weight and seal hunting markedly affecting the... — this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
The prolific TV director and 11-time Emmy winner died Friday at the age of 85.
Hollywood Reporter reports: “We Lost a Giant”: James Burrows Mourned by... — this signals where Hollywood is headed.
Apple has fixed a frightening security flaw that would let hackers listen to conversations and discover call histories.
Bottom line from Mashable: this could change how developers build software.
Eurocommerce, the trade association behind Amazon, H&M, and IKEA, wants AI-generated ads exempt from the EU AI Act's transparency rules. The argument: an AI-generated living room image used to sell a sofa isn't a deepfake. Zalando alone says 90 percent of the marketing content...
The big picture: The EU doesn't really know what a deepfake... — highlights the rapid pace of AI adoption.
Part of the sales pitch for AI is that it can carve out tedious 'busy work.' Should it?
Bottom line from PC Gamer: this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
Elmo takes to social media to declare his support for Team USA, but he still has love for all the teams.
Why it matters: ‘Don’t make this a thing:’ Elmo picks Team... signals a shift in how we use technology.
Back in March, a report emerged claiming that Sony no longer had plans to release the likes of Ghost of Y&omacrtei and other such singleplayer-only games on PC. Sony are yet to explicitly confirm that this is the case, but it certainly seems like that is the case based on thei...
Why it matters: Sony say goodbye to PC and hello to... is generating hype in the community.
Forrest Frank spearheaded a show at Nashville's GEODIS Park on June 19.
Billboard reports: Forrest Frank Brings Plethora of Hits and a... — this taps into a cultural moment.
Star Wars creator George Lucas is coming out of his show biz retirement for a role a decidedly non-Star Wars project: He’ll lend his voice to a character in Illumination’s Minions & Monsters, arriving in theaters July 1. In an interview with Collider, Illumination founder and ...
Bottom line from Deadline: this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
NASA mission to save a falling space telescope is ready to launch.
The big picture: NASA's Swift Boost mission will launch later this... — signals a shift in how we use technology.
On the edge of the Mongolian steppe, overlooking where two rivers meet, lies an ancient cemetery. Buried within are two families, traced through ancient DNA across six generations, surrounded by dozens of "strangers." The obvious assumption is that this was a family cemetery. ...
The big picture: Ancient Mongolian cemetery reveals power and status mattered... — challenges existing scientific assumptions.
The Connecticut indie jam band have tipped their hat to the buzzy Brooklyn art rockers The post Goose share their love of Geese appeared first on NME.
The big picture: Goose share their love of Geese — reflects the changing sound of the industry.
The WD Black SN7100 stands out for its high-end performance, low operating temperatures, and impressive efficiency. It is one of the few PCIe 4.0 SSDs that can compete with flagship drives while consuming noticeably less power.
The big picture: WD's 2TB Black SSD price drops by nearly... — signals a shift in how we use technology.
From Commander Keen to Wolfenstein, many foundational PC games were brought to life with Prince’s soundscapes
Kotaku reports: Doom, Duke Nukem Composer And Overall MIDI Maestro... — this could shake up the gaming landscape.
“Bulk” and “Meg 2” director Ben Wheatley thinks “it’s a great time to be a young filmmaker,” pointing to break-out, box-office phenomena like “Backrooms” and “Obsession” as proof that emerging directors are trailblazing new pathways to success — and finding ways to reach new a...
Why it matters: Ben Wheatley on How Blockbuster Success of ‘Backrooms,’... signals where Hollywood is headed.
Ahead of Samsung’s July event, new leaks are revealing a few more details about Galaxy Watch 9 and Galaxy Watch Ultra 2.
The big picture: Galaxy Watch 9 and Ultra 2 leaks reveal... — could change how developers build software.
Researchers found that twisting layered sheets of hexagonal boron nitride can dramatically change the light produced by quantum emitters embedded within the material. The technique offers an unexpected new level of control over components that could power future quantum comput...
Bottom line from ScienceDaily: this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
Travelling with a humanitarian convoy, BBC's Hugo Bachega has been given rare access to a part of Lebanon under Israeli occupation.
The big picture: BBC sees destroyed villages in Israeli-occupied southern Lebanon — has global implications.
Ukraine's president said his country was open to "engagement" about "difficult and painful chapters of our shared past".
BBC World reports: Zelensky returns highest Polish honour after award stripped — this affects international relations.
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.
Most people suspect they own too many clothes, but they aren't sure exactly what the "right amount" is. Recent wardrobe studies, in which researchers literally peek inside people's closets, show the scale of the problem is far greater than most of us imagine.
Why it matters: How much clothing is too much? The math... challenges existing scientific assumptions.
Janie Sell, a Broadway actor who won a Tony Award for her joyful performance opposite the Andrews Sisters in 1974’s nostalgic musical Over Here!, died June 9 at Englewood Hospital in Englewood, New Jersey, following a brief illness. She was 86. Her death was announced by frien...
The big picture: Janie Sell Dies: Tony-Winning ‘Over Here!’ Broadway Actor... — may set a new benchmark for the genre.
SPOILER ALERT: This story contains spoilers for “Leviticus” and “Obsession,” both currently playing in theaters. Deep into the new horror movie “Leviticus,” there’s an interlude that’s stunning for how simple it is. Naim (Joe Bird) and Ryan (Stacy Clausen), two teenage boys, h...
The big picture: Why Horror Film ‘Leviticus’ Is Summer’s Most Surprising... — signals where Hollywood is headed.
If you wished for more pizazz at this year's Xbox Showcase, there's lots of it buried in an growing graveyard of cancelled Xbox games.
The big picture: 5 promising games recently cancelled by Microsoft — reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
Despite being a dad game, a pseudo-genre that has its fair share of problems in the way it depicts father-child relationships, Pragmata generally seemed to approach all of this fairly well. The consensus seems to be that space man Hugh was genuinely kind of a nice guy, and tha...
Bottom line from Rock Paper Shotgun: this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
It is Twigs' first new music since 2025's 'EUSEXUA' and 'EUSEXUA Afterglow' The post Check out FKA Twigs’ vibrant new single with Lil Yachty, ‘On Your Mind’ appeared first on NME.
The big picture: Check out FKA Twigs’ vibrant new single with... — could define this era of music.
Scoring over 50% off a solid pair of earbuds is rare, and it won’t last long. Down from $149 to $73, this is the kind of deal your ears will appreciate.
Bottom line from CNET: this signals a shift in how we use technology.
Co-creator of <i>Cheers</i> and director of dozens of successful network pilots, Burrows' impact on the world of TV comedy is difficult to overstate.
AV Club reports: R.I.P. James Burrows, Cheers co-creator and TV directing... — this taps into what audiences want right now.
Aptamers are short DNA or RNA strands that can recognize and bind to a specific target molecule with high precision. Similar to antibodies, they can be used to detect these molecules or modulate their activity. Unlike antibodies, they are much more stable, can be produced synt...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this advances our understanding of the world.
It's a 5-4 game in the bottom of the ninth inning in Pittsburgh, and it looks like the Pirates might drop one to the struggling Minnesota Twins. But Spencer Horwitz gets on base with a scrappy infield single. With one out, Bryan Reynolds steps up to the plate. On a 2-2 count, ...
GameSpot reports: My Favorite Baseball Team Can Make Me Love... — this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
Not the year of RedStar on the desktop.
Why it matters: I spent an entire day with a fan-mod... could shake up the gaming landscape.
The Memphis hitmaker produced Drake's chart-topping song "First Person Shooter."
Why it matters: Drake Pays Tribute to Tay Keith After Producer’s... could define this era of music.
The crash reportedly happened on an airstrip near the western coast of France on June 19.
Why it matters: Claude Guillemot, one of Ubisoft's co-founders, has died... reshapes the tech landscape.
Playtime is over. Or, actually, maybe it has just begun? Either way, “Toy Story 5” topped the box office charts on Friday. Disney and Pixar’s “Toy Story 5” easily claimed Friday’s box office crown with $71 million from 4,425 North American theaters. Most have the family film e...
Bottom line from Variety: this is generating industry buzz.
Compounds responsible for the aroma of cannabis and many other plants may offer a surprising new way to relieve chronic pain. Researchers found that several cannabis-derived terpenes significantly reduced pain in mouse models of fibromyalgia and post-surgical pain, with one te...
Why it matters: Scientists found a cannabis compound that relieves pain... could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
The US president earlier questioned Meloni's popularity after suggesting she "begged" for a photo at G7 summit
The big picture: Meloni tells Trump to 'focus on your own... — demands attention beyond borders.
On May 8, 2026, satellites detected signs of an unexpected submarine volcanic eruption in the Bismarck Sea near the islands of Papua New Guinea. Over the next several weeks, plumes of steam and ash streamed over the sea, and areas of discolored water surrounded the eruption si...
The big picture: Pumice rafts encroach on Admiralty Islands — could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
Asus' ROG GM700 is a great prebuilt, packing powerful components for a solid price without compromising on the details. It just happens to look nice, too, if you're into the gamer aesthetic.
Bottom line from Tom's Hardware: this may redefine how we interact with devices.
A new ransomware operation named 'Prinz Eugen' prioritizes recently modified files for encryption and leaves no ransom note on the system. [...]
BleepingComputer reports: New Prinz Eugen ransomware prioritizes recent files for... — this highlights growing cyber threats.
Stefan Paul Goetsch, better known as Hainbach, is a German experimental composer, artist, and YouTuber who is perhaps most famous for making music with laboratory equipment and scientific instruments. He describes it as being like the "Dark Souls of synthesis." Despite using "...
The big picture: Musician and YouTuber Hainbach on ‘Breath of the... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
Claude Guillemot, a co-founder of Assassin’s Creed maker Ubisoft alongside his four brothers, has died in a plane crash in France. French media reported that Guillemot died on Friday evening when the Cessna 421 twin engine plane he was piloting crashed close to the aerodrome o...
Deadline reports: Ubisoft Co-Founder Claude Guillemot Dies In Plane Crash — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
On Episode 215 of This Week In Space, Rod Pyle and guest co-host Susan Karlin talk with bestselling sci-fi/sci-fact author Dr. David Brin.
Why it matters: This Week In Space podcast: Episode 215 —... challenges existing scientific assumptions.
Apple is permanently closing three stores in the United States later today. The company first announced the closures in April, impacting locations in Connecticut, Maryland, and California. Here’s the full list.
Bottom line from 9to5Mac: this is one to watch for the industry.
This weekend sees the exits of several Broadway productions – The Balusters, Chess and Celebrity Autobiography – either due to the preplanned end of a limited run or, in a couple cases, some dwindling audience demands. Whatever the reasons, the departures signal the start of B...
Bottom line from Deadline: this could reshape the box office conversation.
GWAR have staged faux executions of presidents for four decades, but not until Trump took the Oval Office did they hear from the Secret Service. GWAR Say They Never Heard from Secret Service Until Trump Became President Alex Young
The big picture: GWAR Say They Never Heard from Secret Service... — could define this era of music.
SATURDAY AM: Disney/Pixar’s Toy Story 5 came from very close – very close – to toppling the Incredibles 2 box office record for best first day for an animated movie with $71M yesterday (including previews). That was spurred by big walk-up business according to Rentrak and Scre...
Why it matters: ‘Toy Story 5’ Has A Friend At The... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Spirit's bankruptcy as United and Delta fly high suggests there's more to success in airline industry than low fares, and failure isn't about jet fuel spikes.
The big picture: The budget airline model in the U.S. is... — reflects a broader economic trend.
Featuring a precision steel build plate, wireless printing support, and excellent print quality, the Anycubic Photon P1 is now available with a dual-color material kit at its lowest advertised price yet.
Bottom line from Tom's Hardware: this may redefine how we interact with devices.
I tested them against the Apple Watch and the Polar chest strap to find out whether you can trust them for your workouts.
CNET reports: AirPods Can Measure Your Heart Rate, but Are... — this reshapes the tech landscape.
Scientists predict that the next three to five decades provide a critical window to anticipate and plan for Antarctic ice loss and its contribution to sea level rise. Research published in Nature, led by Monash University researcher Dr. Felicity McCormack from Securing Antarct...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this advances our understanding of the world.
CoinDesk’s president of indices and data has a message for investors: Don’t count out bitcoin.
The big picture: Bitcoin's future as revolutionary as the smartphone, according... — signals changing business strategies.
The musical’s creator explains why she wrote an imagined friendship between Luigi Mangione, Sean “Diddy” Combs, and Sam Bankman-Fried
Why it matters: ‘Luigi: The Musical’ Uses Political Satire to Critique... shows where the music business is headed.
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