Kevin Spacey went on Bill Maher’s Club Random podcast this week and Maher was characteristically blunt from the get-go. “I’m not going to lie to you, I go by numbers with scandals,” began Maher. “If it’s like one person, I’m always like, ‘I don’t know if I wasn’t in the room.’...
Deadline reports: Kevin Spacey On Being Gay & Closeted: “I... — this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
The actor starred opposite Drake Bell on the Nickelodeon sitcom from 2004 to 2007.
Hollywood Reporter reports: Josh Peck Reveals His ‘Drake & Josh’ Pay... — this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
The most-watched Indian film on IMDb heading into the year’s second half is Nitesh Tiwari’s epic adaptation “Ramayana Part 1,” which claimed the top position on the platform’s Most Anticipated Indian Movies list for July through December. The 20-title ranking was compiled from...
Why it matters: Ranbir Kapoor and Yash’s ‘Ramayana’ Tops IMDb’s Most... is generating industry buzz.
The New York Times' latest game, Pips, brings domino fun to your desktop. How to play Pips as well as hints in case you get stuck.
The big picture: NYT Pips hints, answers for June 30, 2026 — is one to watch for the industry.
In areas devastated by the twin earthquakes, people are using crowbars, pickaxes and their bare hands to try to reach survivors.
Bottom line from BBC World: this affects international relations.
Reese Witherspoon serves as executive producer on the series, which follows its title character during a difficult move in her teen years from sunny L.A. to rainy Seattle.
The big picture: ‘Elle’ Review: Amazon’s Cute-Enough ‘Legally Blonde’ Prequel Makes... — could reshape the box office conversation.
A new report finds "high-intensity AI adopters” saw headcount increase 10.2%. Among those companies, entry-level headcount rose by 12%, countering the rhetoric that AI kills junior jobs.
Why it matters: The AI jobs debate just got messier could change how developers build software.
The Japanese yen weakened to its lowest level against the U.S. dollar since 1986 on Tuesday, keeping investors on alert for possible intervention from Japanese authorities.
Bottom line from CNBC: this could affect investors and consumers alike.
NSE and Jio Platforms embody the sweeping changes in how India has consumed, invested and transacted over the past decade.
Why it matters: India's biggest share sales tell the story of... could affect investors and consumers alike.
April 23: New Tales, in collaboration with Red Raketa, today unveiled Kalanoro. The game arrives on Nintendo Switch this summer. Kalanoro is an action adventure game in which players will go on a journey to defeat the witch Raneny, who’s planning a concert in her honor. Along ...
Nintendo Everything reports: Action adventure game Kalanoro announced for Nintendo Switch... — this signals what players want next.
Wilde detailed the close call during the filming of the 2011 sci-fi western
Why it matters: Olivia Wilde Says Walton Goggins Saved Her From... taps into a cultural moment.
A new study by researchers at Kaunas University of Technology (KTU) in Lithuania has shown that a good idea alone is not enough for health startups to succeed. What matters most is access to data, health care institutions and funding.
Phys.org reports: A good idea is not enough: Experts explain... — this opens new research frontiers.
Deadline reported exclusively earlier this month that James Bond producers and director Denis Villeneuve have begun informing talent who have made the next round of auditions, which will occur later this summer. There is no confirmed list, but that hasn’t stopped fans and the ...
Why it matters: Onetime James Bond Casting Director Insists There’s One... signals where Hollywood is headed.
The bulk of the collection centers on Coldplay's "Blue Room" sessions at London's Orinoco Studios.
Billboard reports: Coldplay’s Early Studio Tapes, Unheard Chris Martin Bond... — this is making waves across platforms.
Generative artificial intelligence (AI), especially large language models deployed as chatbots and digital assistants, are now part of everyday digital life.
Why it matters: Could AI create a new form of inequality... could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
China's manufacturing engine held up this year as surging demand for artificial intelligence technology helped offset the drag from Middle East turmoil.
Bottom line from CNBC: this could affect investors and consumers alike.
Wix-owned vibe coding platform Base44 has started rolling out its own AI model — with hopes that it will eventually outperform frontier models.
Why it matters: Vibe coding platform Base44 launches own model as... signals a shift in how we use technology.
Artificial intelligence (AI) is profoundly reshaping education worldwide. While AI tools increasingly support students in brainstorming, drafting and problem-solving, assessment practices often remain narrowly focused on final outputs. This raises a critical question: How can ...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
A single entry visa will climb to 15,000 yen, from the 3,000 yen charged currently, while multiple entry visas will cost 30,000 yen, up from the 6,000 yen now.
The big picture: Japan is raising visa fees by up to... — could affect investors and consumers alike.
Artificial intelligence (AI) is continuing to have a disruptive impact on ever more parts of humanity. But what does it mean in the long run? A new paper, available as a preprint on arXiv from Austrian researcher Sergey Ivliev, extrapolates what the wide-scale adoption of AI m...
Why it matters: The rise of space AI might explain the... advances our understanding of the world.
Australia's competition regulator is taking Amazon to court, alleging its Prime contracts required subscribers to pay AU$2.99 to avoid advertising, with no option for refunds
The big picture: Australia's competition regulator takes Amazon to court over... — hints at where the money is moving.
A Los Angeles County medical report gave her cause of death, saying she died in the hospital. Daveigh Chase, Lilo & Stitch and The Ring Actress, Cause of Death Revealed Travis Bland
Why it matters: Daveigh Chase, Lilo & Stitch and The Ring... could define this era of music.
Europe's most severe heat wave on record set new temperature records in eastern parts of the continent on Monday and forced Ukraine to order power cuts to cope.
Bottom line from Phys.org: this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
EXCLUSIVE: Dances With Films: LA, the independent-focused film festival, has wrapped its 29th edition with the presentation of awards. Bandit, directed by Brian L. “BLT” Tan, won the Grand Jury Prize for Best Narrative Feature. Wafda Saifan Lubis, Roy Sungkono, T. Rifnu Wikana...
Bottom line from Deadline: this is generating industry buzz.
Talent behind Stranger Things, Sonic The Hedgehog and Star Trek: Picard are reportedly involved.
The big picture: Persona could be getting the Netflix live action... — signals what players want next.
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The big picture: 9to5Mac Daily: June 29, 2026 – Apple Silicon... — reshapes the tech landscape.
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), often referred to as "forever chemicals," are among the most persistent contaminants found in water systems worldwide. Their strong carbon-fluorine bonds make them highly resistant to degradation, allowing them to remain in the envir...
Phys.org reports: How PFAS chain length influences environmental fate and... — this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
Danny McBride, Rachel Bloom, Keke Palmer and MrBeast also provide voices for the Paramount sequel that hits theaters later this year.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Gabriel Garland entered the ITV dating show as a Casa Amor bombshell before he was pulled from the show.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this is generating industry buzz.
Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle for June 30, No. 645.
CNET reports: Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
Tom Ligon, a veteran actor in films, TV and on Broadway who also was a longtime member of SAG-AFTRA New York Local board, has died. He was 85. The actors union confirmed his death but did not provide a cause or other details. Born on September 10, 1940, in New Orleans, Ligon g...
Deadline reports: Tom Ligon Dies: Stage & Screen Actor Who... — this is generating industry buzz.
For those looking for a complete list of all games included and supported in Nintendo Music, that’s where this post comes in. Nintendo Music only came with a few songs at launch. However, since then, a few more have been added. Nintendo has also indicated that additional music...
Bottom line from Nintendo Everything: this signals what players want next.
Students whose performance at school declines relative to their peers are at a higher risk of contact with the criminal justice system, a new study by King's College London has found.
The big picture: School performance linked to youth criminal justice — could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
While the Google Pixel experience is easily one of the best you’ll find today, it’s no secret that other platforms often have features not available on a Pixel device. As Google prepares to fill yet another one of those gaps, what features do you think are still missing from P...
Why it matters: What features are Google Pixel phones still missing... is one to watch for the industry.
The rapper has expressed he wanted to stay away from politics in the past. 50 Cent to Headline Trump Jr’s Club on July 4th Eve: Report Travis Bland
Consequence of Sound reports: 50 Cent to Headline Trump Jr’s Club on... — this is making waves across platforms.
What if the mechanical properties of a cell could be programmed like the components of a machine? Researchers at the University of Tokyo have discovered that two fundamental modes of cellular deformation—stretching and bending—can be independently controlled using different mo...
The big picture: Lipids and DNA nanostructures independently control artificial cell... — challenges existing scientific assumptions.
While we’ve yet to get clean renders of the Galaxy Z Fold 8 series, a new leak shows off Samsung’s official cases and, in turn, some of the stunning colors coming with these new foldables.
Bottom line from 9to5Google: this may redefine how we interact with devices.
Writer-director Taylor Morden's movie focuses on a small town that is preparing to host a music festival while dealing with a zombie infestation.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
My life for shareholder value.
PC Gamer reports: Hearing about the future of PlayStation from its... — this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
Companies hoping to reduce the environmental impact of their purchasing should tailor relationships with suppliers to different types of products rather than relying on a single procurement strategy, according to research published in the International Journal of Procurement M...
Phys.org reports: Tailored supplier strategies could cut emissions better than... — this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
Cowboys & Aliens wasn’t a superhero movie, but it turns out there was a real-life superhero on set. “Walt Goggins saved my life on that movie,” said Olivia Wilde of the 2011 sci-fi western. “I had a very bad horse accident, and he saved me. It was me and Daniel Craig and Harri...
Bottom line from Deadline: this signals where Hollywood is headed.
Apple supplier Luxshare Precision Industry is seeking to raise as much as $24.27 billion Hong Kong dollars ($3.1 billion) through a Hong Kong share sale.
The big picture: Apple supplier Luxshare seeks up to $3.1 billion... — hints at where the money is moving.
Ben Waddell will not be returning to Summer House for Season 11 after one season, Deadline has confirmed. The model and television personality joined the Bravo reality series in Season 10, but he and his girlfriend, Sabrina Belle, won’t be coming back. “Ben and Sabrina had the...
Bottom line from Deadline: this could reshape the box office conversation.
Before the star was killed by a helicopter crash in Rio de Janeiro earlier in June, he sat down with Bobbi Althoff for an interview.
Bottom line from Billboard: this could define this era of music.
Researchers at IMDEA Materials Institute have developed an artificial intelligence (AI)-based strategy to predict and assess the fire resistance of epoxy resins, one of the most widely used polymers in industry.
Bottom line from Phys.org: this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
We’re officially in the second half of 2026, and what a year it has been so far. With dozens of great games having already been released, July is kicking things off with a selection of interesting indies, a Lovecraftian co-op game where you will get stabbed in the back, and mo...
Bottom line from GameSpot: this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
Amid reports that Microsoft is planning massive layoffs in its Xbox gaming division, first-party studios like Double Fine, Compulsion Games, and Ninja Theory have been rumored to be in talks to avoid total closure. Now, State of Decay developer Undead Labs is said to be facing...
GameSpot reports: State Of Decay Studio Undead Labs Reportedly At... — this could shake up the gaming landscape.
Following last year’s settings redesign of Android Backups, Google is now rolling out per-app backup controls.
Why it matters: Google rolling out per-app controls for Android Backups reshapes the tech landscape.
The new requirement is rolling out to Netflix profiles, and only Kids profiles are exempt.
CNET reports: Get Ready to Add an Email Address to... — this is one to watch for the industry.
OpenClaw's iOS and Android apps are companion nodes, not standalone chatbots. Each phone pairs to a self-hosted Gateway over WebSocket. This adds device hardware — camera, location, voice, and Canvas — to a local-first AI agent. Here is the architecture, the capabilities, and ...
MarkTechPost reports: OpenClaw Releases iOS and Android Companion Node Apps... — this highlights the rapid pace of AI adoption.
Giant mirrors in space have been a staple of science fiction for decades. But so far, there's been very little work looking at the actual physics behind the concept—possibly because we're still so far from making them ourselves. Still, they could potentially serve as a passive...
The big picture: Testing the orbital mechanics of giant mirrors — adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
Natural gas still plays an important role in many industrial sectors, but it is a climate-damaging fossil fuel. TU Wien and the University of Innsbruck have now discovered an unexpected reaction pathway that makes it possible to synthesize natural gas, or methane (CH4), using ...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this opens new research frontiers.
The court issued a sentence on the lower end of the sentencing guidelines after evidence of an untreated mental health condition emerged.
Hollywood Reporter reports: Director Carl Rinsch Sentenced to 30 Months Over... — this could reshape the box office conversation.
Bleek sat down with Boardroom to give fans insight of how Jay's mind works and explains why he loved the freestyle he rapped at the Roots Picnic.
Bottom line from Billboard: this could define this era of music.
The prolific hitmaker, who is famously honest in his rare interviews, gave a wide-ranging chat to Bill Simmons from his ranch in Wyoming.
Hollywood Reporter reports: Taylor Sheridan Gets Candid About Critics and Paramount... — this signals where Hollywood is headed.
Plutonium is one of the most complex elements in the periodic table. First synthesized and isolated in 1940 by scientists at the University of California, Berkeley, plutonium has been studied closely for more than eight decades. It's most often associated with its role in nucl...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
An issue with a Philips Hue Bridge Pro update seems to be completely breaking the hub for some users, leaving lights and other accessories unable to be controlled.
9to5Google reports: Philips Hue Bridge Pro update seems to be... — this may redefine how we interact with devices.
For Apple users, storage never feels finished. iPhone photo libraries keep growing, Macs fill up with large projects and downloads, and the monthly services meant to solve the problem can become another subscription to track. pCloud’s 4th of July promotion takes a different ap...
The big picture: Stop paying monthly for cloud storage with up... — reshapes the tech landscape.
Today’s iOS, iPadOS, and macOS 26.5.2 updates include security fixes that Apple had originally planned to release with version 26.6 of each operating system. Here’s why the company pushed them out early.
Bottom line from 9to5Mac: this reshapes the tech landscape.
Comcast’s plan to split from NBCUniversal isn’t expected to draw much in the way of antitrust scrutiny. After all, the companies are essentially de-consolidating. But after Monday’s news of the move, questions remain as to what the company will face, perhaps not so much for th...
Why it matters: What Comcast-NBCUniversal Split Faces On D.C.’s Trump-Influenced Regulatory... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Dronemaker AeroVironment's autonomous system revenue beat expectations by $90 million and its backlog continued to grow.
Why it matters: AeroVironment soars 19% on earnings beat, backlog grows... signals changing business strategies.
The Waymo self-driving cars deployed in Phoenix for the Uber pilot will remain in use and make autonomous deliveries with DoorDash.
CNBC reports: Waymo and Uber end robotaxi pilot in Phoenix — this signals changing business strategies.
Learn how family banking apps can teach kids and teens financial responsibility with spending controls, chores, savings goals, and more.
Why it matters: Financial literacy for kids and teens: Mobile apps... could change how developers build software.
A new Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) study based on data from NASA's New Horizons spacecraft has uncovered insights into why the solar wind gradually slows as it moves toward the edge of the solar system and the boundary with interstellar space. The study "The Gradual Slo...
Why it matters: New Horizons tracks solar wind slowdown as interstellar... adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
When bright green water appeared in the newly renovated Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, it drew national attention and sparked political finger-pointing. The culprit: cyanobacteria—sometimes called blue-green algae—a type of bacteria that can produce toxins harmful to people...
Why it matters: What DC's algal bloom reveals about a growing... advances our understanding of the world.
New Order announced Monday that Stephen Morris and Gillian Gilbert will not be joining their show at Primavera in Chile in November “due to personal health reasons.” “Circumstances make it impossible,” the band said in an Instagram post. That leaves frontman Bernard Sumner as ...
Bottom line from Variety: this could reshape the box office conversation.
Disney+ is heading into July with a packed lineup of premieres, returning favorites and major live sports. July kicks off with “Disney Celebrates America,” a 24-hour special in honor of the Fourth of July. ESPN broadcasts begin early, including Wimbledon games and, later in th...
Bottom line from Variety: this reflects evolving audience tastes.
The monthly “Google System Release Notes” primarily detail what’s new in Play services, Play Store, and Play system update across Android phones/tablets, Wear OS, Google/Android TV, Auto, and PC. Some features apply to end users, while others are aimed at developers.
Why it matters: What’s new in Android’s June 2026 Google System... could change how developers build software.
LG has announced the “StanbyME 2 Max,” a new 32-inch touchscreen display on wheels designed to let you bring media, phone mirroring, and more essentially anywhere.
Bottom line from 9to5Google: this could change how developers build software.
He also appeared in 'Paint Your Wagon,' 'The Young and the Restless' and 'Oz' and had three (very short) stays on Broadway.
Hollywood Reporter reports: Tom Ligon, Actor in ‘Bang the Drum Slowly,’... — this signals where Hollywood is headed.
Over 70 million people in the U.S. are impacted by hearing loss, and age-related hearing loss is the second most common health problem in older adults, according to the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health. However, scientists still do not fully understand how the coch...
Why it matters: Cochlea network model reveals how inner ear may... opens new research frontiers.
Rumors suggest Samsung will introduce a Galaxy S27 Pro, offering Ultra-level performance in a smaller form factor alongside new privacy features.
The big picture: Samsung to take on the iPhone Pro with... — reshapes the tech landscape.
Some of Apple's corporate secrets aren't so secret any more.
The big picture: Sensitive iPhone supplier details were part of last... — could change how developers build software.
A co-op Warhammer 40K RTS mode so ahead of its time, it's still easy to find a match 17 years later.
Bottom line from PC Gamer: this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
On today’s episode of “Daily Variety” podcast, in our Box Office segment, Variety’s Jack Dunn breaks down a rough weekend for “Supergirl” and a big frame for “Toy Story 5” and “Michael.” And Todd Spangler explains why Comcast is hauling out the corporate meat cleaver to separa...
Bottom line from Variety: this could reshape the box office conversation.
The Queens rapper shared what appears to be an AI-generated selfie with the Tesla CEO.
The big picture: Nicki Minaj Credits Elon Musk With ‘Saving Free... — shows where the music business is headed.
The Fire (Financially Independent, Retire Early) movement sees followers save as much as possible.
BBC Business reports: We had packed lunches every day for 10... — this could affect investors and consumers alike.
The writer, director, and actors screens the beloved film in Los Angeles, Chicago, New York, and more John Cameron Mitchell Screening Hedwig and the Angry Inch Across North America for 25th Anniversary Travis Bland
The big picture: John Cameron Mitchell Screening Hedwig and the Angry... — shows where the music business is headed.
There's no need to lose your streak - here's the 'Wordle' answer for today The post Today’s Wordle answer and hints for #1837 on June 30 appeared first on NME.
Why it matters: Today’s Wordle answer and hints for #1837 on... could define this era of music.
Learn how a VPN can help you access different regional libraries on streaming services like Netflix and Disney+ when you're traveling.
Why it matters: Unlock your streaming service’s full catalog signals a shift in how we use technology.
Where in the world? The post Globle answer today – here’s the answer and hints for June 30 appeared first on NME.
NME reports: Globle answer today – here’s the answer and... — this taps into a cultural moment.
When a high-intensity laser interacts with plasma, the charged particles typically oscillate back and forth like waves on the ocean. But what if the laser itself could twist like a whirlpool? Researchers have now demonstrated a rotating, spring-shaped laser pulse, opening new ...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this opens new research frontiers.
The global push for a transition to green energy has sparked demand for critical minerals such as lithium, vanadium, copper and cobalt. These are needed for electric vehicles, wind turbines and solar panels. Sub-Saharan Africa hosts about 30% of the world's mineral reserves, i...
Why it matters: The 20km ripple effect: How mines can trigger... challenges existing scientific assumptions.
U.S. and Chinese tech companies are increasingly pursuing opportunities outside their home markets, with government policy support.
Why it matters: CNBC's The China Connection newsletter: U.S.-China tech rivalry... hints at where the money is moving.
The 6-3 ruling slaps down law enforcement's wide-ranging "geofencing warrants" that pull phone data of anyone in an area.
CNET reports: Supreme Court Supports Privacy Protections for Cellphone Location... — this may redefine how we interact with devices.
Oil prices were higher after an agreement between the U.S. and Iran to halt recent hostilities in the Middle East.
Bottom line from CNBC: this hints at where the money is moving.
See how Intel's Arc G3 Extreme processor performs inside the MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ and what kind of gaming performance you can expect.
Why it matters: I tested the Arc G3 Extreme inside MSI’s... may redefine how we interact with devices.
Although modern crocodiles, alligators, caimans and gharials are restricted to the tropics, their fossil record tells a very different story. Ancient crocodylians once inhabited much of the globe and exhibited a remarkable diversity of skull shapes and ecological adaptations.
Phys.org reports: Deep inside crocodile skulls, 100 million years of... — this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
A judge says the copyright claims are barred by a basic legal defect.
Billboard reports: Beyoncé’s Parkwood Entertainment Wins Dismissal of ‘Alien Superstar’... — this is making waves across platforms.
AI agents are the latest “next big thing” for AI, but OpenClaw has been working at the idea for a while now. Today, OpenClaw is bringing a gateway app to Android (and iOS) to help bring agents on the go. It also looks… like that.
Bottom line from 9to5Google: this may redefine how we interact with devices.
The former City Girl has previously revealed that she tried to get him on her single "Take Me to Chanel" but was left on read.
Why it matters: Yung Miami Asks Drake to Get on ‘Spend... could define this era of music.
It was the fourth such deal struck by the administration to get companies to forfeit their offshore wind leases.
Bottom line from NY Times Science: this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
Disease management is a significant aspect of aquaculture, a vital industry and major food source. One of the most serious threats is a disease caused by the nervous necrosis virus (NNV), which can wipe out large populations of farmed fish and cause major economic losses in th...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this opens new research frontiers.
The ordinary graphite in pencil lead is proving to be surprisingly multifaceted at the microscale. In a study published in the journal Nature, MIT researchers report that a certain microscopic structure found in natural graphite can host multiple superconducting states. Superc...
The big picture: Graphene can hold multiple states of superconductivity, a... — challenges existing scientific assumptions.
The Supreme Court issued a pair of highly anticipated rulings on Monday that have far-reaching implications for household finances.
CNBC reports: Supreme Court rulings on Fed, FTC: What they... — this hints at where the money is moving.
Over 70 million Americans are expected to hit the roads and airports this holiday week. How to make the most of your Independence Day.
Bottom line from CNET: this reshapes the tech landscape.
Tying in with this week’s launch, we have a final trailer for Saeko: Giantess Dating Sim. The adventure game just debuted on Nintendo Switch. All of the important details can be found in the following overview: Saeko: Giantess Dating Sim is an adventure game set in 2000s Japan...
The big picture: Saeko: Giantess Dating Sim launch trailer – adventure... — is generating hype in the community.
Atlus's globally beloved Persona series is no stranger to mixed media: numerous games in the series have been adapted into anime, manga, novels and more. But, if a recent report is correct, the Persona franchise may find itself expanding to many more screens across the globe. ...
The big picture: Persona Netflix Adaptation Reportedly In The Works — reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
While she was initially stressed by the disappointing chart numbers, Lizzo says she came to terms with the reality of the industry and past allegations
The big picture: Lizzo Reflects on ‘Bitch’ Album Flop: ‘I Hurt... — shows where the music business is headed.
Scientists around the world have been searching food, water and other environmental media for microplastics and for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). But microfluoroplastics (MFPs), the intersection between these two fields, have received much less attention.
Why it matters: Faster tests reveal six fluoropolymer microplastics, including four... could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
Buying a new hard drive or solid-state storage solution is nearly out of the question. The cost of buying a physical drive has essentially doubled, so storing photos, files, and other important data is a little harder. An affordable alternative remains – secure cloud storage.
Bottom line from 9to5Google: this is one to watch for the industry.
In a 6-3 decision, the Supreme Court ruled that police conduct a Fourth Amendment search when they obtain a person’s detailed cellphone location history from a tech company, even when the data covers only a short period. Here’s what that means.
9to5Mac reports: SCOTUS says detailed cellphone location data is protected... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
A study by a team of researchers from the Gray Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences at Tel Aviv University offers new hope to millions of people with irreversible hearing loss. The researchers identified a unique biological mechanism that could, in the future, enable the reg...
The big picture: Rare inner ear cells point to regenerative hearing... — opens new research frontiers.
Picture a busy road running through a residential neighborhood. The noise, the fumes, the danger to cyclists and pedestrians—all familiar concerns. But here is one you might not have considered: Traffic may also be making your street more prone to vandalism, burglary and viole...
The big picture: Does traffic drive street crime? Our study investigated — opens new research frontiers.
EXCLUSIVE: Chase Yi (Mythic Quest) has landed a lead role in the new Paranormal Activity movie from Blumhouse Atomic Monster and Paramount Pictures, Deadline has learned. Plot and character details for the next installment in the found-footage franchise remain under wraps as t...
The big picture: Chase Yi Set For Lead Role In New... — signals where Hollywood is headed.
An international research team has demonstrated that the intrinsic disorder of the compound semiconductor CuInSnS₄ can be exploited to influence its optical properties. While the atomic vibrations also sense the local disorder, their response is averaged over many different lo...
Why it matters: Disorder creates direction-dependent optics in compound semiconductors challenges existing scientific assumptions.
Atlus fans, I'm so sorry this is happening to you
Kotaku reports: Netflix Reportedly Making Live-Action Persona Series Nobody Asked... — this could shake up the gaming landscape.
Danny Boyle's zombie masterpiece hits shelves on September 1st, 2026. 28 Days Later Getting the 4K Steelbook Release It Deserves Liz Shannon Miller
Why it matters: 28 Days Later Getting the 4K Steelbook Release... shows where the music business is headed.
Defense companies and their trade groups are pressing Congress not to require that the Pentagon approve stock buybacks.
Bottom line from CNBC: this hints at where the money is moving.
Operation by two Russia-state groups has been ongoing since at least March.
Why it matters: US offers $10 million for info on group... may redefine how we interact with devices.
If you're looking for an elevated sound experience, these are CNET's current picks, including a few budget options, for earbuds that deliver the best sound quality.
Why it matters: The Best-Sounding Wireless Earbuds I've Tested reshapes the tech landscape.
Roberto Serrano literally wrote the book on game theory, but he's befuddled: "Why are you at a university if you refuse to learn, you refuse to work hard?"
Bottom line from Fortune: this could affect investors and consumers alike.
A research team at the University of Turku in Finland has developed a reliable laboratory model to study BAP1-deficient melanomas, which are a rare type of melanoma that evade the immune system once they have metastasized and are universally resistant to current state-of-the-a...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
Algal blooms in the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in Washington, D.C., have long been a visible public nuisance. When the pool turned green again on June 15, less than two weeks after President Donald Trump's US$14 million renovation, it sparked outrage, a rush to use chemi...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this opens new research frontiers.
Stop battling PDFs with some help from this lifetime subscription to AcePDF Converter & Editor, now $23.99.
The big picture: Stop struggling with PDFs with some help from... — could change how developers build software.
How to watch World Cup for free. Live stream Netherlands vs. Morocco in the 2026 FIFA World Cup for free from anywhere in the world.
Mashable reports: How to watch Netherlands vs. Morocco online for... — this is one to watch for the industry.
California-based launch company Rocket Lab has inked a landmark $8 billion deal to acquire long-time satellite communications giant Iridium.
Why it matters: 'The start of a new era': Rocket Lab... opens new research frontiers.
A new AI-powered framework could transform how astronomers measure the expansion of the Universe. By analyzing images of Type Ia supernovae and modeling their environments in unprecedented detail, researchers can estimate cosmic distances with near-spectroscopic accuracy. The ...
ScienceDaily reports: Millions of exploding stars could soon reveal dark... — this advances our understanding of the world.
The band made their earliest recordings around Tull's kitchen table and released their best-known LP, Massachusetts, on Sub Pop in 1996
Rolling Stone reports: Bruce Tull, Guitarist for Alt-Country Favorites Scud Mountain... — this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
Eli Lilly and Regeneron are among the first seven companies the FDA has selected for its PreCheck Pilot Program, CNBC has learned.
Why it matters: Eli Lilly, Regeneron among first companies selected for... may shift market dynamics.
Carl Rinsch, the director of “47 Ronin,” was sentenced Monday to 30 months in federal prison, receiving half of the government’s recommended sentence after Judge Jed Rakoff considered evidence of his mental health struggles from Keanu Reeves and other character witnesses. In D...
Bottom line from Variety: this is generating industry buzz.
He's also stepping down from his role at Supermassive parent Nordisk, so he can spend the summer with his family.
Why it matters: After leading the studio through 2 rounds of... may set a new standard for the genre.
Marvel boss Kevin Feige once said back in 2017 at a Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 presser that when it came to the studio’s embrace of deeper character comic book stories like Black Panther and Ant-Man, “The biggest risk was not [in] doing them. The biggest risk would have be...
Bottom line from Deadline: this reflects evolving audience tastes.
Scientists discovered a protein secreted by a deep-sea extremophile—an organism adapted to extreme environmental conditions—that self-assembles into a biofilm and is highly stable, boosting its potential for biomedical applications.
Why it matters: Deep-sea extremophile yields protein that forms super stable... adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
Hundreds of contractors working on a project for Meta pretended to be kids in order to see how other chatbots like Gemini and ChatGPT would respond to high-risk subjects, WIRED found.
The big picture: Meta Contractors Posed as Teens to Prompt Rival... — reshapes the tech landscape.
Apple’s long-running patent dispute with Optis is set to enter a new chapter this week, as the case reaches the UK Supreme Court. Here are the details.
The big picture: Apple asks UK Supreme Court to overturn $502... — signals a shift in how we use technology.
The Chicago rapper is set to be sentenced in October.
Billboard reports: Twista Pleads Guilty to $440K in Tax Evasion... — this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
EXCLUSIVE: Flula Borg (Pitch Perfect franchise) and Academy Award winner Troy Kotsur (CODA) have wrapped on the Los Angeles shoot for The American Winner, a satirical horror film marking the debut feature of Iranian writer-director Farbod Ardebili. Hailing from Bad Grey and Pl...
Why it matters: Flula Borg & Troy Kotsur Wrap On Satirical... could reshape the box office conversation.
The official shirts replace "The Smiths" with his own name on artwork inspired by Meat Is Murder and The Queen Is Dead. Morrissey Selling Smiths Merch with His Name on It Instead Alex Krinsky
Bottom line from Consequence of Sound: this could define this era of music.
The world is urbanizing fast. In 1975, about 11% of the global population lived in cities with more than 1 million inhabitants. "Today, we estimate that share to be about 24%," says Andrea Musso, junior fellow at the Complexity Science Hub (CSH) and Ph.D. student at ETH Zurich.
Why it matters: Urban growth may slow by 2100, leaving big... could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
For NASA's next generation of deep-space exploration missions, spacecraft may need to refuel in Earth orbit before pushing farther into the solar system. Similar to how a gas pump needs a nozzle to fit your fuel tank, future spacecraft could require a special device in order t...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this advances our understanding of the world.
Parents, guardians and others who contribute to a Trump Account will not be required to file a gift tax return, the IRS and Treasury Department said Monday.
Why it matters: IRS says Trump Account contributions will not trigger... reflects a broader economic trend.
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