The spacecraft has been in LA since 2012, but now it's moving to a new permanent home at the California Science Center.
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Digital lifeforms are taking over Kuala Lumpur. “Algorithmic Organisms 2.0,” an AI-driven immersive audiovisual exhibition from Dutch artist Ray Tijssen, opened at The Grey Box, GMBB Kuala Lumpur, ahead of a public run through July 19. The show weaves together AI, generative i...
Variety reports: AI ‘Organisms’ Come Alive in Kuala Lumpur as... — this could reshape the box office conversation.
The Prince of Wales sadly won’t be attending Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding Friday in New York City, but the heir to the British throne nonetheless made sure to offer some royal prestige to events. In the hours before today’s festivities are set to start at Madison Sq...
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James Patten is the third person who will be sentenced in the stock manipulation scheme related to Hometown International, a company that owned just one deli.
Why it matters: Feds seek lower prison term for $100 million... hints at where the money is moving.
The highly anticipated World Cup last-16 match between England and Mexico at the Azteca Stadium in Mexico City on Sunday looks set to move kickoff time due to the threat of storms. The game had been scheduled for 6 p.m. local time Sunday, but the BBC is now reporting, followin...
The big picture: Mexico-England Crunch World Cup Match Set To Move... — could reshape the box office conversation.
Microsoft reportedly plans to merge its consumer and enterprise Copilot apps into a single app in August. Rarely used features like Copilot Podcasts are getting cut, and new AI agents called "AutoPilot" will handle tasks in the background for an extra fee. The article Microsof...
The Decoder reports: Microsoft follows Anthropic and OpenAI into the AI... — this could accelerate the AI arms race.
The chief of Malta’s film operations sits for an interview with THR to discuss the latest developments with a soundstage construction project and why he named his dog after Ridley Scott.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this reflects evolving audience tastes.
Kjell Nilsson, the Swedish bodybuilder and actor who played the masked bruiser Lord Humungus in George Miller’s 1982 classic “Mad Max 2: The Road Warrior,” died on July 2 after four years of kidney complications. He was 76. Nilsson’s passing was announced via a Facebook post f...
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Legendary American actor Dustin Hoffman recalled his decades-spanning career while accepting the Crystal Globe for Outstanding Artistic Contribution to World Cinema at the opening ceremony of the 60th Karlovy Vary International Film Festival. Visibly emotional after watching a...
Variety reports: Dustin Hoffman Emotionally Accepts Karlovy Vary Award, Says... — this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Prediction market traders are alleging foul play after Spotify removed half a million streams from a top charting song.
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How to watch World Cup for free. Live stream Argentina vs. Cape Verde in the 2026 FIFA World Cup for free from anywhere in the world.
Bottom line from Mashable: this could change how developers build software.
The firm, which acquires and manages rights across music publishing and recordings, announced Cory-Smith's unexpected passing on Friday (July 3).
Bottom line from Billboard: this could define this era of music.
Ali Khamenei's body will lie in state in Tehran's Grand Mosalla from Friday ahead of days-long funeral events.
BBC World reports: Iran begins public mourning for Ayatollah killed in... — this demands attention beyond borders.
According to Spike Chunsoft’s latest update at Anime Expo 2026, Danganronpa 2×2 has been delayed. The game will release in early 2027. Danganronpa 2×2 was originally planned for this year. However, for the most part, we haven’t heard much about it since its original reveal. Sp...
Why it matters: Danganronpa 2×2 has been delayed, statement shared is generating hype in the community.
The heat wave threatens to overwhelm U.S. grids and may force some to change their plans on one of the busiest travel weeks of the year.
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Why do people make the choices they do? Researchers from the Center Synergy of Systems (SynoSys) at TUD Dresden University of Technology, the Max Planck Institute for Human Development, and the University of Basel present their new approach to finding answers to that question....
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Cybersecurity researchers have discovered a previously undocumented modular malware framework codenamed Avalon that's distributed by means of a multi-stage phishing chain capable of bypassing traditional security controls. Avalon combines credential collection, lateral moveme...
The Hacker News reports: New Avalon Malware Framework Packs CrownX Ransomware Capabilities — this underscores the cost of weak defenses.
Jesse Eisenberg and Harvey Keitel were also among the stars walking the expanded red carpet of the Czech festival.
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We round up the best vinyl variants of the Queen of Pop's celebrated new release
The big picture: ‘Confessions II’ Vinyl Release: Where to Find Madonna’s... — shows where the music business is headed.
Yet another wrinkle has appeared in President Donald Trump’s plans to celebrate America’s 250th birthday. On Friday afternoon, the Great American State Fair was forced to temporarily shut down due to extreme heat in the D.C. area. “Due to the heat, and in coordination with pub...
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"We are committed to moving forward with love and respect as co-parents," they wrote in a statement.
Billboard reports: Jon Pardi and Wife Summer Divorcing After 5... — this shows where the music business is headed.
Aksys games has just announced that they’ll be bringing Bounty Sisters to Nintendo Switch in the west. The title is slated for Fall, with a physical release also being confirmed. Bounty Sisters actually released on Nintendo Switch last year in December, but only in Japan. The ...
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Jeffrey Epstein, Elon Musk, Bill Gates, Bill Clinton, and Steve Bannon also make appearances in a surreal and biting satire. DEVO’s Gerald Casale Will Excoriate Trump in July 4th Video for New Single “Just Do It!” Travis Bland
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We’ve compiled an overview of some of the top alternative browsers available today aiming to challenge Chrome and Safari.
TechCrunch reports: The browser wars aren’t about search anymore —... — this may redefine how we interact with devices.
The British royal discussed the World Cup, his love of soccer, and attending Taylor Swift's Eras Tour in 2024
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April 4: Wright Flyer Studios just set the release date for Another Eden Begins on Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch. Today, the company announced that the game is arriving for both systems on September 17, 2026. We just heard about Another Eden Begins as part of a Nintendo Direct ...
Nintendo Everything reports: Another Eden Begins gets Nintendo Switch 2 and... — this could shake up the gaming landscape.
As shared by Aksys Games and Idea Factory today, Olympia Soiree Catharsis is receiving a worldwide release on Nintendo Switch. The game will be available in English starting in 2027. Olympia Soiree Catharsis is an otome visual novel. Previously, it launched in Japan back in De...
Bottom line from Nintendo Everything: this signals what players want next.
Aksys Games, Broccoli, and Lictobits today shared the news that Illusion of Itehari: Trail is receiving a worldwide launch on Nintendo Switch. The title is planned for 2027. Illusion of Itehari: Trails is an otome visual novel. Originally, it hit Japan back in July 2025. Detai...
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July 4 weekend is a quiet one for new indie releases, leaving the field to Angel Studios’ PG-13 wide release Young Washington on 2,700 screens. From Angel and Wonder Project, the film, timed to the 250th anniversary of the founding of the U.S., stars British actor William Fran...
Bottom line from Deadline: this signals where Hollywood is headed.
And according to Sony Digital Audio Disc Corporation’s upper management, this shift in production had been planned for some time before Sony's announcement on July 1st
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In case you were wondering in which country you should buy a Pixel phone, you world traveler you.
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The gadget has three buttons, and it changes context based on what app you are looking at. For instance, in meeting apps and sites, it could be toggle mic, toggle video, and bring window to the front.
Bottom line from TechCrunch: this is one to watch for the industry.
The rapper called for "unity" after performing at the Trump-backed Freedom250 event. Flo Rida Shows Up to Great American State Fair, Draws a Very White Crowd Travis Bland
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October 2: Cthulu Mythos ADV Lunatic Whispers and Cthulu Mythos ADV The Isle of Ubohoth are both making their way to Nintendo Switch in a single collection. The double pack is set to release next week on October 9, 2025 in Japan. The Cthulu Mythos ADV games were both originall...
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Aksys has just announced that they’ll be releasing the title Undergrounded for Nintendo Switch. The game is scheduled to release sometime this fall, but no concrete release date has been confirmed. You can read an overview of the game below: THE STORY Scott, a young man from M...
Bottom line from Nintendo Everything: this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
The SpaceX stock purchases come as Elon Musk’s company deepens its role in federal contracting and remains closely tied to President Donald Trump’s Washington.
Why it matters: First known congressional SpaceX stock buys surface after... could affect investors and consumers alike.
"I’m blown away and overjoyed with that gratitude," country legend says of being one of the beneficiaries of couple's $26 million pre-wedding donation
Bottom line from Rolling Stone: this is making waves across platforms.
On the latest episode of Variety‘s “Strictly Business” podcast, top leaders from NBCUniversal, IBM, State Farm, Autodesk and Coinbase talk shop and compare notes on marketing, tech and consumer trends in conversations with Todd Spangler, Variety business editor. The conversati...
Why it matters: Strictly Business From Cannes Lions: NBCUniversal, IBM, State... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
SPOILER ALERT: The following story contains plot details from Season 8 of “The Chi,” now streaming on Paramount+ In the eighth and final season of Lena Waithe’s long-running drama, “The Chi,” legendary actress Lela Rochon steps onto the scene. The “Waiting to Exhale” alum firs...
The big picture: Lela Rochon on the Final Season of ‘The... — reflects evolving audience tastes.
The companies’ Fourth of July plans include celebrating new reactor designs coming online. But there’s still a long way to go before they deliver energy at a meaningful scale.
Bottom line from Wired: this could change how developers build software.
Credit card companies are increasingly offering access to lounges and perks at festivals and sporting events, often exclusively for premium cardholders.
Why it matters: American Express and Chase move luxury lounge wars... may shift market dynamics.
You can pick up a GoPro camera bundle for under $400 at Best Buy during the July 4th weekend.
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Scientists have grown wheat containing supersized starch granules—a leap forward in biological engineering with potential benefits for our daily diets and a raft of industrial applications.
Phys.org reports: Giant wheat starch granules—a leap forward in biological... — this opens new research frontiers.
A new ancient DNA study published in Science Advances provides evidence that political power among Scythian elites may have been inherited through family lineages that extended across multiple burial sites. By combining archaeology, anthropology and genetics, the new study off...
The big picture: Newfound family ties link Scythian elite burials across... — adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
Picture a mouse taking rapid, staccato sniffs of a crumb it's found while foraging for food. Now compare that with a human leaning in for a single, deep inhale to gauge whether a cantaloupe is ripe. New research from Northwestern University has found that, like humans, mice al...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
Tropical moist forests account for 70% of global living biomass. Deforestation and degradation—that is, the partial damage to tree stands—as well as the subsequent regeneration of forests therefore play a pivotal role in the global carbon cycle. While the effects of large-scal...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
SPOILER ALERT: This story contains major spoilers for “Minions and Monsters” out now in movie theaters. “Minions and Monsters” writer, director and voice actor Pierre Coffin is a huge fan of classic cinema, so it’s fitting that the latest installment of the franchise pays trib...
Why it matters: ‘Minions and Monsters’ Director Breaks Down the Film’s... reflects evolving audience tastes.
The Star Trek franchise’s fingerprints are all over basically every piece of contemporary science fiction. From an idea as large as an intergalactic government system to a design as commonplace as a spaceship that doesn’t just look like a saucer, Star Trek’s innovation is the ...
Why it matters: Why Star Trek’s Most Iconic Piece of Technology... signals changes in media consumption.
The Scroll of Taiwu joins the wave of Chinese-developed games taking over Steam.
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Could humans ever set foot on Titan, or will AI-powered humanoid robots make the voyage instead?
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It looks like we could be getting a supermassive reissue and maybe some special shows The post Muse’s Matt Bellamy talks plans to mark the 20th anniversary of ‘Black Holes & Revelations’ appeared first on NME.
The big picture: Muse’s Matt Bellamy talks plans to mark the... — taps into a cultural moment.
The Swedish actor, who last year received the Czech fest’s highest honor, features in the expanded “micro-story” unspooling for KVIFF’s double anniversary edition.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
A joint operation involving Google has disrupted NetNut, a residential proxy network that gave access to millions of compromised Android devices, including smart TVs and streaming boxes. [...]
Why it matters: NetNut proxy network disrupted, 2 million infected devices... highlights growing cyber threats.
President Donald Trump's controversial pick to lead the office of the Director of National Intelligence has begun firing intel officials, MS NOW reported.
CNBC reports: Acting DNI Pulte fires dozens of intelligence officials:... — this signals changing business strategies.
Kelce made a surprise appearance onstage at Swift's Wembley Stadium stop two year ago; the prince was featured as a guest on Friday's episode of the Kelce brothers' podcast.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this is generating industry buzz.
July 3 2025: Aksys Games plans to launch Tristia: Chronicles on Nintendo Switch, the company revealed today. A release is scheduled for Spring 2026. Tristia: Chronicles features Tristia: Legacy and Tristia: Restore, together in an updated package. Kogado Studio was behind the ...
Bottom line from Nintendo Everything: this is generating hype in the community.
"Rein Me In” by Sam Fender and Olivia Dean is now one of just two singles to log 15 or more weeks at No. 1 in the U.K. without making the top 10 on the Hot 100.
Why it matters: Every Song That Topped the U.K. Chart for... shows where the music business is headed.
After days of speculation, the Associated Press has confirmed that Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are getting married at New York’s Madison Square Garden on Friday. Police assigned to patrol the Madison Square Garden area have said they were briefed on a potential increase in c...
Why it matters: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Getting Married at... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
The Fire HD 8 that launched in 2024 was the last new addition to Amazon's budget-minded tablet lineup, but the company has quietly updated the Fire HD 10 that debuted the year before. In 2023 it was offered with multiple storage configurations that each came with 3GB of RAM, b...
The big picture: Amazon updated 2023’s Fire HD 10 tablet with... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
Everything must go in the new extended cut of Kane Parsons’ “Backrooms,” released in theaters on Friday. “Backrooms,” which followed furniture store owner Clark (Chiwetel Ejiofor) as he stumbles across the confusing and eerie web of mirror spaces, later joined by his therapist...
Bottom line from Variety: this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Cyberpunk 2077 has now sold more than 40 million copies, 'a testament to what CD Projekt does best'
Bottom line from PC Gamer: this is generating hype in the community.
The president guests on latest installment of Usha Vance's Storytime with the Second Lady. Donald Trump Attempts to Read a Book Written for Second Graders Alex Young
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The Southern Ocean has long stood out as an oddity in the global climate system. While most of the planet's surface oceans have warmed in response to rising greenhouse gases, waters circling Antarctica showed an unexpected tendency to cool during the late 20th and early 21st c...
Phys.org reports: Antarctic ozone loss drove unexpected Southern Ocean cooling,... — this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
But the satellite internet company has a long way to go to catch up to established rival Starlink.
Why it matters: Amazon Leo Is Ready to Begin Limited Internet... is one to watch for the industry.
You know, the familiar rhythms of contemporary life.
Bottom line from PC Gamer: this signals what players want next.
Anthropic is trying to block Chinese companies like ByteDance and Ant Financial from accessing Claude Code, but they're getting around the restrictions through VPNs and overseas subsidiaries. Alibaba, meanwhile, has banned its own employees from using the tool after hidden cod...
The Decoder reports: Claude Code's complicated China problem involves bans on... — this highlights the rapid pace of AI adoption.
Vocalist Saúl Hernández talks about the new direction his music is taking and the historic moment Mexico is experiencing.
Billboard reports: Caifanes Ignite Mexican Fans Ahead of World Cup... — this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
America’s 250th has unleashed flashbacks to the Bicentennial, a buildup to July 4, 1976, awash in corporate patriotic branding, a flood of variety specials and a very memorable version of Schoolhouse Rock. Less expected was the pop/folk song that became the soundtrack to that ...
Bottom line from Deadline: this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
"Seeing the opportunity to remind them the power of the people that they are attempting to silence, we had no choice but to take on this fight," rap duo said Friday
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Patients in hospitals generally trust the nursing staff. After all, they have undergone training and, in some cases, have several years of professional experience. In the case of carpenter ants, it is not nursing expertise that determines who cares for the patients.
Phys.org reports: Colony connections determine ant wound care: Transitional workers... — this opens new research frontiers.
December 31 is swapped for the third of July in a (likely) booze-filled TV event: 'Independence Eve Live With Anderson & Andy: Celebrating 250.'
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this reflects evolving audience tastes.
As America marks its 250th anniversary, there are a wide range of events, programming and unique celebrations planned by major entertainment entities. From theme park celebrations to live event coverage to TV specials, take a look at the list below for an updated sampling. CUR...
Bottom line from Deadline: this could reshape the box office conversation.
The song is now tied for the longest No. 1 by a British act in U.K. Chart history.
Why it matters: Sam Fender & Olivia Dean Close In on... shows where the music business is headed.
When God of War Laufey was unveiled a few weeks ago, the titular late wife of Kratos was supposed to be the star of the showcase. Things turned out differently, however, as much of the online discussion was centered around one of Laufey's sidekicks: a square of goo by the fanc...
Why it matters: Prime Slimes: A Guide To Gaming’s Greatest Goo-Getters reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
'Welcome to Earth… Now that's what I call a close encounter!'
Bottom line from Space.com: this advances our understanding of the world.
Everything you need to know to watch the FIFA World Cup on July 3, including the day's schedule, kickoff times, and livestream information.
Mashable reports: FIFA World Cup schedule today: Games, kickoff times,... — this reshapes the tech landscape.
Don't forget to check for pennies under the couch cushions.
Why it matters: Another player has swiped a colossal discount on... may set a new standard for the genre.
A refrigerator-size spacecraft will try to grab onto Swift and nudge it to a higher orbit, enabling it to continue observing powerful cosmic explosions.
NY Times Science reports: A Mission to Save NASA’s Swift Telescope Launches... — this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
Epoch AI reports a sharp rise in security vulnerability reports. In June 2026, 21 organizations reported about 1,500 high-severity and critical CVEs, more than 3.5 times the previous monthly record. The surge lines up with the launch of AI-powered bug-hunting programs. The art...
Bottom line from The Decoder: this marks a new chapter in AI development.
Swift has long wanted Gotham. It hasn’t necessarily been reciprocal.
Why it matters: Welcome to Indifference? The Very Unrequited Love of... could reshape the box office conversation.
The strikes, involving baggage screening staff, are set to begin on Monday with the Unite union warning of "significant delays".
Why it matters: Security staff to go on strike at Aberdeen... could affect investors and consumers alike.
Janelle Monáe, Kendrick Lamar, SZA, Dua Lipa and Alicia Keys all feature The post Every song on the ‘Survival Of The Thickest’ season three soundtrack appeared first on NME.
The big picture: Every song on the ‘Survival Of The Thickest’... — taps into a cultural moment.
May 15: Pit Panic is coming to Nintendo Switch 2 and other platforms, Flying Rat Studios shared today. The game is lined up for a July debut. Expect a final date soon. Pit Panic is a roguelike 2D platformer. As an archeologist, you’ll wield a hook, dig paths, jump and climb, h...
The big picture: Roguelike 2D platformer Pit Panic announced for Nintendo... — reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
Former President Zuma's trip to India reignites anger over a decade-old corruption scandal.
Why it matters: Zuma showing South Africa 'middle finger' by meeting... affects international relations.
Gabriel Garland, the Love Island UK Islander who was removed from the villa after being named in court documents in a stabbing incident, has broken his silence. In a video shared on Instagram, Garland explains that he has no criminal record and a judge found that there wsa no ...
Deadline reports: ‘Love Island UK’s Gabriel Garland Breaks Silence After... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
Lam Wing-kee, who defied China by selling material critical of Beijing, passed away after suffering from lung cancer.
BBC World reports: Dissident Hong Kong bookseller Lam Wing-kee dies aged... — this reflects broader geopolitical shifts.
Gilles Pélisson has been unanimously reelected as president of Unifrance for a second three-year term, extending his mandate at the helm of the French film and TV promotion body. The former TF1 Group chairman and CEO first took over the organization three years ago and has bee...
Why it matters: Unifrance Reelects Gilles Pélisson as President as French... could reshape the box office conversation.
You have until March 2027 to brush the dust off.
Why it matters: Remember your Paradox account? No? Well you might... could shake up the gaming landscape.
USA's 250th anniversary is providing even more 4th of July show streaming options than usual. Here's what to watch.
Mashable reports: July 4th fireworks livestreams: See the best Independence... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
The Chevy Silverado EV is a solid first draft of an EV pickup truck. Here's what could make it better.
TechCrunch reports: Chevy built an all-American EV truck — why... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
During negotiations on Wednesday, employees voiced frustrations with what they consider an unwillingness among executives to engage meaningfully with the prospect of unionization.
Why it matters: Google DeepMind Unionization Talks Are Off to a... may redefine how we interact with devices.
Back in 2019, experimental game developer and actual university professor Pippin Barr released a browser game consisting of eight, very silly variations on chess - a flagrant assault on the dignity of a strategy experience whose roots go back a thousand years, which Barr justi...
Rock Paper Shotgun reports: Well, Professor Pippin Barr, you've done it again:... — this signals what players want next.
Turtle Beach's KP7 keypad can be used with its KB7 keyboard or as a standalone macropad. And it's nice — but pricey.
Bottom line from Tom's Hardware: this could change how developers build software.
Most of us have attended sex ed classes in school. If we're lucky, we'll learn about consent and how to roll a condom onto a banana. But the classroom rarely goes into the specifics of sexual health and well-being—including what to do when a condom breaks.
Phys.org reports: If we force online platforms to control harmful... — this advances our understanding of the world.
In a study covering seven benchmarks, the UK's AI Security Institute shows that standard AI evaluations systematically underestimate agent capabilities by capping the compute budget. On software engineering tasks, success rates jumped about 25 percent when the token budget was...
Bottom line from The Decoder: this highlights the rapid pace of AI adoption.
Employers are being urged to use their "common sense" to allow staff to work flexibly where they can.
The big picture: 'Start work at 11' - but will other... — could affect investors and consumers alike.
Since getting fired from Jackass Forever in 2020, he's found sobriety and love — with a little help from psychedelics and skateboarding
Rolling Stone reports: How Bam Margera, ‘The Britney Spears of Jackass,’... — this is making waves across platforms.
Threat actors with ties to North Korea have been linked to a fresh set of malicious npm packages that masquerade as Rollup polyfill tooling to facilitate remote access and data theft. According to JFrog, the packages "rollup-packages-polyfill-core" and "rollup-runtime-polyfil...
Why it matters: North Korea-Linked npm Packages Mimic Rollup Polyfills to... exposes vulnerabilities that affect millions.
Commentary: Sugar is a sharply written tribute to classic movies, featuring lush visuals and a cool soundtrack. Now in its second season, Colin Farrell's stoic performance makes this series another win for Apple TV.
The big picture: A Private Eye With a Supernatural Secret? This... — could change how developers build software.
Werner Heisenberg's famous uncertainty principle describes one of the most intriguing features of quantum physics: certain pairs of physical quantities describing a particle, such as position and momentum, cannot simultaneously be determined with arbitrary precision—not becaus...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
A new study from the University of Eastern Finland shows that the transition toward a circular plastics economy is hindered by systemic interdependencies and internal contradictions within ecosystems.
Bottom line from Phys.org: this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
Cinematographer Celiana Cárdenas talks about changing lenses and aspect ratios to depict the feverish intensity of the Bowden family's bad trip.
Why it matters: Why the ‘Cape Fear’ Acid Freakout Demanded a... could reshape the box office conversation.
Me being me, one of the first things I wanted to do in my new home was set up the smart home technology. That’s now almost complete (I’m currently engaged in mortal battle with presence detectors) and I’ll have an update soon. But there was also the matter of the smart home te...
Bottom line from 9to5Mac: this could change how developers build software.
On paper, the upcoming Pixel 11 series looks like more of the same. For the modern smartphone enthusiast, “more of the same” usually triggers an immediate eye-roll. Are we setting ourselves up for disappointment by expecting the Pixel 11 to be something it was never meant to be?
9to5Google reports: Yes, the Pixel 11 will be more of... — this reshapes the tech landscape.
A U.S. Space Force mission pitting two satellites against each other has completed the organization's first tactical intercept of an orbital target.
Space.com reports: 1 private spacecraft intercepts another on Space Force's... — this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
Model rocket staple Estes has designed a limited edition model rocket decked out in red, white and blue for the 250th anniversary of Independence Day. Suitable for display or launch.
Why it matters: Celebrate 250 years of America with the Estes... advances our understanding of the world.
The Hisense Canvas Art TV is on sale for $350 off during July 4th weekend.
Why it matters: My canvas art TV gets endless compliments, and... may redefine how we interact with devices.
"This song is about feeling unfulfilled in spite of having achieved everything that you thought would make you happy" The post The Guest List tackle modern masculinity on sweeping single ‘If Ever Your Devil Is Kind’ appeared first on NME.
The big picture: The Guest List tackle modern masculinity on sweeping... — is making waves across platforms.
FRIDAY AM: Illumination/Universal’s Minions & Monsters has already scared up $62.6M at the global box office after two days of release in the U.S. and additional territories going Wednesday. Yesterday, in U.S. and Canada, Minions & Monsters grossed $10.8M following its Wednesd...
Deadline reports: ‘Minions & Monsters’ Taking On The World With... — this signals where Hollywood is headed.
Wall Street kicked off the third quarter with mixed results after a blockbuster first half for stocks.
CNBC reports: The hunt for AI's next winners defined the... — this signals changing business strategies.
Downton Abbey‘s Michelle Dockery is returning to the London stage after a seven-year absence to star in playwright Ava Pickett’s new Bloodsport: After Helen of Troy. The casting was announced today by London’s Stratford East theater, where the new play will have its world prem...
Deadline reports: Michelle Dockery Returns To London Stage With ‘Bloodsport:... — this could reshape the box office conversation.
Time to bust out the CD drive.
Why it matters: 'Your code is physically yours, forever. Until you... could shake up the gaming landscape.
Intel is apparently cooking up two new 22-core Nova Lake-S SKUs with up to 144MB of bLLC. One is a locked 65W variant and one is an unlocked 125W part, and both are said to be part of the Core Ultra 5 tier.
The big picture: Intel reportedly adding two new 22-core SKUs with... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
Whether mussels, crustaceans or fish, marine animals have been responding to environmental crises with a reduction in body size for hundreds of millions of years. A new study by Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU), in conjunction with the Universities of Wa...
The big picture: Paleontological study shows climate change makes marine animals... — opens new research frontiers.
New research has begun to lift the lid on the global online trade in land crabs, leading scientists to call for closer monitoring and regulation to better understand any effects it may be having on native populations and global biodiversity. The study, published in Oryx, highl...
Why it matters: First assessment of online global trade in brachyuran... challenges existing scientific assumptions.
SPOILER ALERT: This post contains details of the Season 1 finale of Paramount+’s Dutton Ranch. Taylor Sheridan shows love to kill off major characters and series regulars. Dutton Ranch is no different. The Yellowstone spinoff closed out its debut season with a firefight, carte...
Deadline reports: ‘Dutton Ranch’ Closes Out Season 1 With Death,... — this is generating industry buzz.
Score big Fourth of July savings on flagship smartphones from Samsung, Google, Apple, and more.
The big picture: I found the 20+ best 4th of July... — could change how developers build software.
An exquisite array of games of every type, packed with invention and originality
Why it matters: 10 Extraordinary New Indie Games To Wishlist This... reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
For Fox’s Mike Mulvihill, the 2026 FIFA World Cup has put a final exclamation mark on the answer to the decades-old question of whether soccer can ever become mainstream in the U.S. “It’s a settled issue,” said the exec, who is president of insights and analytics for Fox’s ent...
Bottom line from Deadline: this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Rulings coming home to roost.
The big picture: Google loses protracted antitrust fight and will have... — may set a new standard for the genre.
$500,000 will go to children whose education has been impacted by the recent earthquakes in Venezuela, the musician shared in a social media video
Why it matters: Shakira Is Raising Money for Venezuela Through FIFA... shows where the music business is headed.
Chinese goldsmiths working during the Ming Dynasty were masters of their craft, capable of creating intricate and elaborate jewelry pieces. The evidence is there in the abundance of finds in royal and noble tombs across Hubei province.
Bottom line from Phys.org: this advances our understanding of the world.
Businesses today face growing dual pressures to deliver strong financial performance while also demonstrating environmental and social responsibility. New research from Murdoch University published in Business Strategy & Development has found that companies that aggressively a...
Phys.org reports: Tax-avoiding firms more likely to greenwash, analysis of... — this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
There’s a bit of an obsession out there with resurrecting the BlackBerry-style physical QWERTY keyboard but, after trying a couple of the latest attempts, I still struggle to see the appeal in 2026, and I’m really not sure who’s buying these.
The big picture: Turns out I don’t want a physical QWERTY... — could change how developers build software.
Earth was once covered by a global magma ocean, which later cooled and crystallised – now traces of this primordial event have been found in magma from a young volcano in the Indian Ocean
Why it matters: A volcano has erupted remnants of Earth's primordial... could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
Slay the Spire 2 has received a bunch of potent new cards specifically for co-operative multiplayer. They span all five of the game's classes, from the aloof and stargazing Regent to the venomous and underhand Silent (Silent! My beloved, etc). The update in question is out now...
Bottom line from Rock Paper Shotgun: this is generating hype in the community.
The Big Pink's Robbie Furze and The Kills' Jamie Hince from the project – which also currently features Jamie T – tell NME how losing parents and a sense of brotherhood brought them together, and their epic hit list of future collaborators The post New indie supergroup M.O.T.H...
Bottom line from NME: this is making waves across platforms.
Planets beyond our solar system can have magnetic fields similar to those closer to home, astronomers said Tuesday after observing extreme winds on scorching worlds known as "hot Jupiters."
Bottom line from Phys.org: this advances our understanding of the world.
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