Interest in brain-computer interfaces is rising as it promises to help people with compromised neural abilities.
CNBC reports: While Musk's Neuralink drills into skulls, China's BrainCo... — this may shift market dynamics.
McConnell is the longest-serving party leader in Senate history.
The big picture: McConnell provides health update after long unexplained absence;... — hints at where the money is moving.
The series adaptation of Elin Hiderbrand’s The Five-Star Weekend dropped on Peacock this week. Based on her 2023 novel, the series stars Jennifer Garner. Bekah Brunstetter (Maid, This Is Us) created and wrote the series adaptation. The first adaptation of her work, The Perfec...
Why it matters: Elin Hilderbrand On Writing For TV: “I Have... is generating industry buzz.
The couples heading into the hit Peacock show's finale were Trinity and Bryce, Aniya and Carl, Kayda and Zach, and Melanie and Sincere.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this is generating industry buzz.
Ariana Madix and Andy Cohen are both set to co-host the Love Island USA Season 8 reunion on Peacock. The streamer has set the premiere date for the reunion to Monday, August 31, at 9 p.m. ET and 6 p.m. PT. Madix and Cohen will reunite with the season’s winners, fan-favorite co...
Deadline reports: Peacock’s ‘Love Island USA’ Season 8 Reunion Sets... — this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Love Island USA spinoff Love Island: Beyond the Villa has been renewed for a third season on Peacock. The lifestyle series follows the Islanders from the dating series after they leave the Love Island USA villa, as they adapt to their newfound fame. The cast for the series wil...
Deadline reports: ‘Love Island: Beyond The Villa’ Renewed For Season... — this could reshape the box office conversation.
OpenAI is temporarily relaxing GPT-5.6 Sol usage after demand for the company's most powerful model surged over the past 48 hours. [...]
Bottom line from BleepingComputer: this underscores the cost of weak defenses.
NeuroVFM is a generalist neuroimaging foundation model from the University of Michigan, trained on 5.24M clinical MRI and CT volumes. Its Vol-JEPA base extends I-JEPA and V-JEPA to volumetric medical imaging, learning brain anatomy and pathology without radiology-report labels...
The big picture: Meet NeuroVFM: A New Neuroimaging Foundation Model Trained... — marks a new chapter in AI development.
David Ellison's confidants are said to be urging him to relocate his corporate headquarters out of the state.
Hollywood Reporter reports: Paramount Reportedly Considering Leaving California as State Readies... — this signals where Hollywood is headed.
Jeff and Fernando discuss the new Siri experience on Apple Watch, new Siri features on iOS 27, our Apple Watch feature wish list, enhancements to Messages on iPhone, and the state of social media in 2026. Sponsored by Bitwarden: Check out Bitwarden Password Manager, featuring...
9to5Mac reports: 9to5Mac Overtime 072: Apple Watch and the new... — this is one to watch for the industry.
India's new brainstem atlas offers scientists an unprecedented map of one of the brain's least known regions.
The big picture: How Indian scientists are mapping the brain's last... — affects international relations.
Michael Steranka, vice president at the mobile game's owner Scopely, says it has always been about bringing people together.
Why it matters: 10 years of Pokémon Go and the millions... could change how developers build software.
Cartel members and ex-colleagues describe how Zhang Zhidong allegedly linked Chinese chemicals to Mexican drug labs.
The big picture: The Chinese graduate accused of being Mexico's 'fentanyl... — demands attention beyond borders.
The party happened the night before Madonna officially topped the Billboard 200 with Confessions II.
Billboard reports: Madonna, Stuart Price & Honey Dijon Knock Out... — this taps into a cultural moment.
The condition that killed Senator Lindsey Graham is deadly, sudden and difficult to treat — “like a knife to the back,” one expert said.
NY Times Science reports: What Is an Aortic Dissection? — this opens new research frontiers.
The veteran Republican says he will not return to work "quite yet", in his first statement following weeks of speculation about his health.
BBC World reports: US Senator Mitch McConnell says absence due to... — this reflects broader geopolitical shifts.
A bunch of new sales are up and running on the North American Nintendo Switch eShop. These include the lowest prices ever for TMNT: Mutants Unleashed, BloodRayne Betrayal: Fresh Bites and BloodRayne: ReVamped, and more. Here’s the full roundup: – 1000xResist – $11.99 (was $19....
Nintendo Everything reports: Nintendo Switch eShop latest sales: lowest prices ever... — this is generating hype in the community.
It is hoped that free movement between the UK territory and Spain will provide an economic boost.
The big picture: New era for Gibraltar with removal of 118-year-old... — has global implications.
Changing your broadband or energy supplier, or even your bank, for a better deal is simpler than it used to be.
Why it matters: Why switching to save money is easier than... may shift market dynamics.
U.S. forces carried out five rounds of attacks in the past week and three over the last 24 hours, signaling that the operational tempo is quickening.
Bottom line from Fortune: this may shift market dynamics.
There's no need to lose your streak - here's the 'Wordle' answer for today The post Today’s Wordle answer and hints for #1850 on July 13 appeared first on NME.
The big picture: Today’s Wordle answer and hints for #1850 on... — could define this era of music.
Madonna’s CONFESSIONS II debuts at No. 1, joining Jackson’s chart-topping Thriller in the top 10.
Billboard reports: Madonna & Michael Jackson Are in the Billboard... — this shows where the music business is headed.
Here are hints, groups and answers for 'Connections' #1128 The post ‘Connections’ answers and hints for today, July 13 appeared first on NME.
The big picture: ‘Connections’ answers and hints for today, July 13 — shows where the music business is headed.
Where in the world? The post Globle answer today – here’s the answer and hints for July 13 appeared first on NME.
The big picture: Globle answer today – here’s the answer and... — could define this era of music.
It can be easy to get sucked into social media for hours on end. Funny, cartoony science videos may be especially interesting, but not to everyone, according to a recent study from the University of Georgia.
Phys.org reports: Jellyfish videos reveal why science content sparks curiosity... — this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
Efforts to plant more trees in cities could be boosted thanks to a new tool for planners and community groups, published by an international group of researchers. Residents, policymakers and tree officers in Cardiff, Milton Keynes, Edinburgh, York and Camden worked with academ...
The big picture: Trees for hotter cities: New approach can bolster... — opens new research frontiers.
After studying more than 200 parent-child relationships, parenting expert Reem Raouda shares the habits that help kids feel comfortable talking to their parents — from childhood through adulthood.
CNBC reports: I’ve studied more than 200 kids: Parents whose... — this reflects a broader economic trend.
The indie superstar breaks her hiatus with a RuneScape inspired single and a Subway Surfers style micro game
Kotaku reports: Phoebe Bridgers Launches Itch.io Page With An Infinite... — this is generating hype in the community.
Portable screen-printed carbon electrode (SPCE) biosensors offer a rapid, low-cost way to detect microcystin-lysine-arginine (MC-LR), an extremely potent toxin produced by cyanobacteria during harmful algal blooms in freshwater. Even at low concentrations, MC-LR can damage the...
Why it matters: Machine learning calibration of biosensors for microcystin toxin... advances our understanding of the world.
Iranian forces earlier said the Strait was closed and launched wide-ranging attacks at US allies and bases in the region.
The big picture: US insists Strait of Hormuz is open as... — affects international relations.
"I iz BACK! And if u iz at dis borin wimbledore final lookin 2 get grand slammed, I iz here wif de hookup," the actor's alter ego wrote on social media.
Hollywood Reporter reports: Sacha Baron Cohen’s Ali G Makes Surprise Appearance... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
A spokesman for the 71-year-old South Carolina senator says initial findings suggest Graham's cause of death was related to his heart.
Why it matters: US senator and close Trump ally Lindsey Graham... reflects broader geopolitical shifts.
From London to the Lone Star State, Cristó Fernández is experiencing a bit of life imitating art with his professional soccer debut. The Ted Lasso star, who signed with El Paso Locomotive FC in May, played his first game with the second division team on Saturday against New Me...
Why it matters: ‘Ted Lasso’s Cristó Fernández Makes U.S. Pro Soccer... could reshape the box office conversation.
A statement from Graham's office said the Medical Examiner of the District of Columbia’s preliminary findings are the senator died of aortic dissection due to arteriosclerotic cardiovascular disease.
Bottom line from Fortune: this could affect investors and consumers alike.
Sony's facing a challenge Steam is better poised to handle.
Bottom line from PC Gamer: this may set a new standard for the genre.
He explained the long silence about his condition by saying that “folks of my generation often hesitate to share the vulnerability that comes with growing older.”
Fortune reports: GOP Sen. Mitch McConnell ends frenzied speculation about... — this signals changing business strategies.
"But we don't care about football because we'd rather play a concert for you people." The post Watch the moment Pulp play ‘Common People’ at Mad Cool 2026 as England fans celebrate win against Norway appeared first on NME.
NME reports: Watch the moment Pulp play ‘Common People’ at... — this taps into a cultural moment.
The new spa draws inspiration from the resort's Sonoran Desert surroundings with four 'pathways' designed around focus areas of intention.
The big picture: Camelback Inn Resort Unveils $25 Million Spa Renovation... — may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Denshattack has been a fan favorite since its reveal last summer, and the game is now only a few days away. With the launch coming up, there’s no better time than now to speak with David Jaumandreu, studio and game director at Undercoders. We touched on a variety of topics dur...
Why it matters: Denshattack interview: dev talks influences, Nintendo Switch 2,... reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
For years, we've been told a familiar story: Social scientists such as economists, management scholars and sociologists talk, and the public shrugs. The claim goes that people don't find our work interesting, that our expertise is fuzzy compared with "hard" sciences, and that ...
The big picture: The public isn't bored with economists, management scholars... — opens new research frontiers.
SPOILER ALERT: This story contains major spoilers for “Evil Dead Burn,” now playing in theaters. “Evil Dead Burn” breaks one of the fundamental rules of cinema: Don’t kill the dog. “If you don’t do that in ‘Evil Dead,’ in which movie do you do that? These are the most insane, ...
Why it matters: ‘Evil Dead Burn’ Director Breaks Down His Brand... reflects evolving audience tastes.
Graham, a prominent Republican senator from South Carolina, had just returned from a trip to Ukraine.
CNBC reports: Sen. Lindsey Graham, influential lawmaker and Trump ally,... — this could affect investors and consumers alike.
While the industry crumbles around it, the leading PC gaming portal is seeing its highest gross revenues off surprise hits, new demographics and higher priced blockbusters
Bottom line from Kotaku: this may set a new standard for the genre.
“Moana” may be the No. 1 movie at the domestic box office, but it did not make a big splash in its first weekend in theaters.
Fortune reports: Disney bet big on one of its most... — this signals changing business strategies.
Materials with magnetic nanostructures have a wide range of potential applications. One area is so-called spintronics, with devices that encode information in magnetic domains. These magnetic bits can be written, read and erased in a more energy-efficient way than bits in curr...
Phys.org reports: Tiny magnetic 'flowers' could expand how researchers image... — this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
The Stones' new 14-track collection brought in more than 42% of the vote this week.
The big picture: Fans Choose The Rolling Stones’ ‘Foreign Tongues’ as... — taps into a cultural moment.
The new probe concerns claims that Fain sought a financial bonus for his fiancée and pushed for a worker’s compensation claim for her sister.
The big picture: DOJ investigating allegations against UAW President Shawn Fain — signals changing business strategies.
As the fandom around Off Campus continues to grow, apparently so does misinformation about what’s happening behind-the-scenes. Series creator Louisa Levy called out one podcaster’s figures for the Prime Video show’s star salaries as “far from correct,” noting that gender pay p...
Bottom line from Deadline: this reflects evolving audience tastes.
For longtime “Married at First Sight” viewers, Season 20 may feel a bit different. The new season, which debuts on July 12, is the first full season made for Peacock. The series, produced by Kinetic Content, aired Seasons 5-18 on Lifetime before moving to NBC’s streaming servi...
Why it matters: ‘Married at First Sight’ EP on Season 20’s... signals where Hollywood is headed.
Sam Altman insisted that Elon Musk was again obsessed with him because of an OpenAI model release earlier this week.
CNBC reports: Elon Musk and Sam Altman spar on X... — this hints at where the money is moving.
South Carolina GOP Rep. Nancy Mace and Gov. Henry McMaster are among the first to be floated for the Senate seat vacated by Lindsey Graham.
CNBC reports: Who will replace Lindsey Graham in the Senate? — this signals changing business strategies.
Singer scores her 10th chart-topping album, and becomes first artist of the 2020s to land Number Ones in four different decades
Rolling Stone reports: Madonna Returns to Number One on the Charts... — this is making waves across platforms.
The system is on pace to be the world’s second-largest retirement plan within the next decade.
Why it matters: Trump embraces Australian retirement system backed by Larry... hints at where the money is moving.
Unclear if they can hear themselves talk, the new internal report also cautions against game development cycles taking too long
Why it matters: Ubisoft Drops Claim That Monetization Makes Games ‘More... reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
Lorde was performing at the Real Cool Festival in Madrid on Thursday and took some time during her set to speak out against AI glasses. While she didn't specify any brands in particular, it's likely she was taking a shot at festival sponsor Ray-Ban, which has collaborated with...
The Verge reports: Lorde says Ray-Ban Meta AI glasses are ‘not... — this may redefine how we interact with devices.
I sure hope so.
Why it matters: Christopher Nolan celebrates Backrooms' success, believes younger generations... could shake up the gaming landscape.
Most people still use AI like a 2015 search box. You type, you read, you type again. A newer pattern replaces that manual back-and-forth with a loop. This guide explains loop engineering using two verified artifacts. The sources are Andrej Karpathy’s autoresearch repository an...
MarkTechPost reports: Guide to Loop Engineering: How ‘autoresearch’ and ‘Bilevel... — this raises questions about AI's role.
The intelligence report estimated that 10% of Russia's corporate loans may not be repaid, while 15% of retail loans at some top banks may be non-performing.
The big picture: Russia’s economy is an ‘illusion’ built on debt,... — hints at where the money is moving.
Microsoft PowerPoint has become the default tool for presenting learning materials in classrooms, universities, corporate training programs, webinars and remote learning environments. But is it being used effectively? This question arises because learners face a major challeng...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs) are used in everything from household lighting and mobile phones to large display screens. Improving their efficiency could reduce energy use and enhance performance across a wide range of technologies. A new study involving researchers from the Un...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
Catch up on the most interesting science news from the last week.
Why it matters: Pentagon releases new batch of UFO files, China's... reshapes the tech landscape.
In at least two places, Uber has pushed a policy that could give it an advantage over developers of self-driving cars. The company says it’s fighting monopolies.
Wired reports: Uber’s Autonomous Vehicle Strategy: Slow Their Adoption — this could change how developers build software.
Madonna’s “Confessions II,” her first new album in seven years, found an appreciative audience awaiting her return. The album bowed with 134,000 equivalent album units, more than enough to push her past the still highly successful Olivia Rodrigo record to land on top of the Bi...
The big picture: Madonna’s ‘Confessions II’ Debuts at No. 1 on... — could reshape the box office conversation.
The senator's career was marked by a willingness to adapt to America's dramatically changing political climate, writes the BBC's North America correspondent.
BBC World reports: Anthony Zurcher: From Trump critic to ally, Lindsey... — this demands attention beyond borders.
Matmos are an incredibly accomplished duo between their own solo records like the masterpiece A Chance to Cut Is a Chance to Cure and production classic Bjork records like Vespertine. But Drew Daniel, one half of Matmos, is fiendishly prolific. When he's not literally dreaming...
Bottom line from The Verge: this may redefine how we interact with devices.
Anthropic has just extended access to Claude Fable 5 for paid subscribers until July 19, giving you another week to keep using the most powerful model. [...]
The big picture: Claude Fable 5 stays free for paid users... — exposes vulnerabilities that affect millions.
Following a wave of price hikes, at-home pastimes like streaming movies or playing video games are pinching pocketbooks.
Why it matters: 'Funflation' hits home: Why staying in isn't the... may shift market dynamics.
"I'm indebted to Wes for having discovered this song and giving it this life," Browne said before playing "These Days," which was featured prominently in 'The Royal Tenenbaums.'
Why it matters: Jackson Browne, Beck Honor Wes Anderson Needle Drops... signals where Hollywood is headed.
Only four artists boasts double-digital totals on each of Billboard’s premier album and song charts.
The big picture: Madonna & the Elite Acts With 10 or... — taps into a cultural moment.
In drug discovery, building complex molecules quickly is the name of the game.
Phys.org reports: Textbook chemistry gains blue-light upgrade to build complex... — this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
Called "Muse Image," this proposed tool would have allowed users to use public-facing Instagram photos as references for generative AI.
Why it matters: Meta withdraws its controversial AI image feature signals a shift in how we use technology.
“I already know the boys will make England proud, it's coming home," she wrote ahead of the game between England and Norway in Miami
Why it matters: Ellie Goulding Performs ‘Lights’ at World Cup Quarterfinal... is making waves across platforms.
Tree swallows in the northern U.S. and Canada face the greatest risk from climate change despite responding to temperature the same way as tree swallows in the southern U.S., according to a new study led by Cornell researchers that analyzed nearly 95,000 nests across five deca...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
Three-time Oscar nominee Sacha Baron Cohen was at Wimbledon today, but so was his alter-ego, Ali G, as you can see from the social media posts below. We hear it’s really Ali G, and the news comes in the wake of a brand new Ali G movie being filmed sub rosa. While the man-on-th...
Why it matters: Sacha Baron Cohen’s Ali G Shows Up At... reflects evolving audience tastes.
South Africa is cracking down on undocumented migrants following widespread anti-immigration protests.
The big picture: South Africa says more than 53,000 foreigners deported... — demands attention beyond borders.
Microsoft reportedly assigned 12 lawyers to argue over $400 and some video games
The big picture: Brazilian Court Forces Xbox To Restore Hacked Account... — could shake up the gaming landscape.
Microsoft also has to pay roughly $400 in damages to the user.
Engadget reports: Xbox gamer wins lawsuit against Microsoft to restore... — this could change how developers build software.
Despite losing 2-1 to England, the star striker still led Norway to the country's best-ever World Cup result
Why it matters: Watch: Erling Haaland Dances to Flo Rida at... shows where the music business is headed.
Domestic and family violence is an epidemic. In 2024, the prime minister declared it a national crisis. Official statistics show time and again that this violence is overwhelmingly perpetrated by men. This is unlikely to be news to most of us—we see it play out in our communit...
Phys.org reports: We assessed dozens of programs for men who... — this advances our understanding of the world.
Vintage games can be hard to find, but Nintendo GameCube titles are exceptionally elusive.
Engadget reports: Why GameCube games are so expensive (and why... — this could change how developers build software.
Disney, have you learned your lesson yet? Following the watering down of the Marvel Cinematic Universe on Disney+ during Covid CEO Bob Chapek’s era, Bob Iger during his second regime promised a curated selection of big hits, quality over quantity. But with Lucasfilm’s Star War...
Deadline reports: ‘Moana’ Capsizes With $95M WW Opening; Dwayne Johnson... — this is generating industry buzz.
During this year’s banner 60th anniversary edition of the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival, Variety hosted a panel in collaboration with Allwyn to discuss the longstanding success of the European Film Promotion’s Future Frames program, which acts as a springboard for u...
Bottom line from Variety: this is generating industry buzz.
They also offer advice on how to correctly use a microcurrent device to achieve your desired results.
CNET reports: Do Microcurrent Devices Actually Work? We Asked Dermatologists — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
A24’s The Invite by Olivia Wilde expanded to a limited nationwide footprint of 1,610 locations in week 3 (up from 28 screens) grossing over $5.7 million for a $7.38 million cume and a no. 6 spot at the domestic box office. Wilde stars with Seth Rogen, Penélope Cruz and Edward ...
The big picture: ‘The Invite’ Dines Out At No. 6 For... — reflects evolving audience tastes.
With the launch event one month away, Pixel 11 leaks are picking up, and we now have a look at the “Pine” color for the 11 Pro Fold.
9to5Google reports: Pixel 11 Pro Fold in ‘Pine’ leaks &... — this is one to watch for the industry.
With Avengers: Doomsday approaching, MCU fans were treated to new character art this weekend, ahead of its Dec. 18 premiere. Andy Park, who was Marvel Studios’ director of visual development until a recent round of layoffs, shared his rendering of Doctor Doom, Steve Rogers, th...
Deadline reports: ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ Art Director Unveils Character Illustration: “A... — this is generating industry buzz.
The Disney live-action film cost a reported $250 million to produce.
Billboard reports: ‘Moana’ Makes Underwhelming Splash at Box Office With... — this could define this era of music.
Below are the latest Nintendo products that can be currently pre-ordered at retailers for the week of July 12, 2026: United States Switch 2 Splatoon Raiders – July 23 – Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition – July 30 – ...
The big picture: Nintendo pre-order updates – July 12, 2026 –... — signals what players want next.
To better assess the danger posed by volcanoes, researchers at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) have developed a new measurement system. Laser beams are sent through escaping gas clouds and reflected by drones. An algorithm uses the reflected signals to generate a map ...
Phys.org reports: Autonomous drones measure volcanic gas clouds, offering clearer... — this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
Yoshio Nishimura’s Veritas Tales: Witch of the Dark Castle is a delightfully quirky love letter to the likes of Grailquest and Deathtrap Dungeon
The big picture: Vanillaware Artist Moved Into The Mountains For Six... — may set a new standard for the genre.
Four couples remain in the Fiji villa going into the July 12 final episode.
Hollywood Reporter reports: ‘Love Island USA’ Season 8 Finale: When and... — this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
One of Wells’ close friends tells Rolling Stone he’s the person who can be heard shouting in the viral video circulating online
The big picture: What Really Happened in the Last Known Video... — reflects the changing sound of the industry.
"I have a feeling that this could go poop very fast, and that's the fear once you unleash the dogs of war."
The big picture: The ‘facade’ of the U.S.-Iran ceasefire crumbles after... — could affect investors and consumers alike.
Jay's second night at Yankee Stadium had its fair share of highs and surprises, thanks to Slick Rick, Eminem and Pharrell.
Bottom line from Billboard: this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
Apparently the call wasn’t out there at all for “Moana,” which brought in just $52 million in its international box office debut. Disney’s latest live-action remake struggled to make waves with $43 million domestically and $95 million worldwide, a catastrophic start given the ...
Variety reports: Box Office: ‘Moana’ Struggles With $52 Million Overseas,... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
In honors, Richard Gadd (“Half Man”) and Natasha Lyonne (“Poker Face,” “Russian Doll”) were among the big winners at this year’s Italian Global Series Festival, which wrapped July 11. The two received the Breakthrough Storyteller Award and the Maximo Excellence Award respectiv...
Bottom line from Variety: this is generating industry buzz.
SPOILER ALERT: This article contains spoilers for “Little House on the Prairie,” now streaming on Netflix. “Palm Royale” star Crosby Fitzgerald swears she “manifested” her role as Caroline “Ma” Ingalls on Netflix’s new “Little House on the Prairie” adaptation by watching a lot...
Bottom line from Variety: this could reshape the box office conversation.
Memphis-based guitarist Jad Tariq made his debut in Dylan's unit Friday in Cincinnati, filling in for fellow new addition Julian Lage
Rolling Stone reports: Bob Dylan’s Revolving Door of Touring Guitarists Welcomes... — this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
Business realities remain an existential threat to live service art
Bottom line from Kotaku: this is generating hype in the community.
The late South Carolina Republican often popped up on news shows commenting on foreign policy — and late-night shows as the subject of liberal comedic barbs
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
I am one of Hobart's many residents who traveled to a nearby beach to witness Neil the seal—an animal that has been receiving global attention for his wild personality and humorous antics.
Phys.org reports: Neil the seal is more than a viral... — this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
Long before scientists began studying them in the lab, mind-altering substances were already being gathered from plants, fungi and even animals for use in rituals, healing practices and mental health treatment. Researchers at the Weizmann Institute of Science have now managed ...
Phys.org reports: Scientists decipher how a psychedelic substance is created,... — this advances our understanding of the world.
"The conversation needs to shift to consumer rights and what a license should enable."
Why it matters: Analyst says Sony going all-in on digital is... may set a new standard for the genre.
The 29-year-old Vermont native made history on his Great Divide Tour as the only artist to sell out four nights at the historic ballpark.
Hollywood Reporter reports: Noah Kahan Cements His Hometown Hero Status With... — this could reshape the box office conversation.
One in four longer social media posts is entirely AI-generated, according to a Pangram analysis. LinkedIn leads with 41 percent of long-form posts flagged as AI-written. The platform made up only a third of all posts scanned but accounted for nearly two-thirds of all detected ...
The big picture: LinkedIn is the undisputed king of long-form AI... — could accelerate the AI arms race.
He took power in 1996 after staging a bloodless coup against his father, and went on to transform Qatar into the gas-rich power it is today.
The big picture: Former Emir of Qatar Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa... — could reshape the global order.
Rotaxanes are dumbbell-shaped mechanically interlocked molecules in which one or more ring-shaped molecules are threaded through a linear segment, known as the axle. To keep the ring from sliding off, two bulky groups, sometimes called stoppers, are added to the ends of the ax...
Why it matters: Self‑building molecular rings bring next‑generation drug delivery and... advances our understanding of the world.
Apple's self-driving car program never really got off the ground, but it may have been what made the company's chips the powerful AI performers they are. Early in the development of the self-driving platform, Apple realized that it would need powerful on-device AI processing. ...
The Verge reports: Apple’s failed self-driving car program left a legacy... — this is one to watch for the industry.
Summer Games Done Quick (SGDQ) 2026 has finished up raising another $2.4 million (£1.8m) for Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières. Read more
The big picture: Summer Games Done Quick 2026 raises another $2.4... — could shake up the gaming landscape.
Wai Ching Ho, the actress known for playing Madame Gao in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, has died. She was 82. The actress’ Daredevil co-star Peter Shinkoda was one of several to react to Wai’s passing on social media, after playing Gao’s The Hand supervillain organization co-...
Deadline reports: Wai Ching Ho Dead: ‘Daredevil’ & ‘Hustlers’ Actress... — this signals where Hollywood is headed.
The Miami rapper's and his fans the Bald Es set the record at BST Festival in London. Pitbull Sets Guinness World Record for Largest Gathering of People in Bald Caps Travis Bland
Why it matters: Pitbull Sets Guinness World Record for Largest Gathering... is making waves across platforms.
Like everything else in the tech industry, Google’s Pixel 11 series appears to be getting a price hike, but there are a few factors that make this one a bit harder to accept. This issue of 9to5Google Weekender is a part of our newsletter that highlights the biggest Google sto...
Bottom line from 9to5Google: this reshapes the tech landscape.
The first clear look at Robert Downey Jr.’s Doctor Doom mask has arrived, courtesy of some concept art posted by a Marvel Cinematic Universe icon. Former Marvel visual department director Andy Park took to X on July 11 to share an illustration from the upcoming blockbuster. “A...
Why it matters: ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ Concept Art Reveals First Look at... reflects evolving audience tastes.
An indie developer who says they have had to refund 55,000 sales allegedly due to Steam's two-hour refund policy said it "should not be possible" for players to be refunded for games they leave positive reviews for. Read more
The big picture: Steam's "no questions asked" refund policy makes it... — reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
Hillslopes in Arctic regions with frozen soils can host a suite of geometric patterns, from circles and stripes to polygonal patterned ground. They can also have solifluction patterns, or markings left behind when partially thawed permafrost slips and flows down a slope. Solif...
Phys.org reports: Patterned frozen soils get their shape from gravity... — this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
The designer of Esoteric Ebb guides us through the games on his PC.
PC Gamer reports: 2026's best RPG might look like Disco Elysium,... — this is generating hype in the community.
It's a blend of eras, but fan favorite builds are back.
Why it matters: League of Legends' 'classic' mode has a release... reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
Seattle’s reigning Super Bowl champs have found a new owner in a Vinod Khosla-led group. On Saturday, the group’s deal to purchase the Seahawks for a reported $9.612 billion was announced, a record-breaking price tag for an NFL franchise, which the current owners will have to ...
Bottom line from Deadline: this reflects evolving audience tastes.
Lenovo has added the RTX 5070 12GB GPU to its Legion 7a gaming laptop, allowing you finally configure it with something better than an RTX 5060. It's very expensive at $3,375 but you're getting a genuinely premium machine for that price and an upgraded RTX 5070 that's not limi...
Tom's Hardware reports: Lenovo's Legion 7a gaming laptop now comes with... — this could change how developers build software.
The return of My Adventures With Superman makes it clear that TV's Superman and Supergirl have their DC Universe counterparts beat.
The big picture: Superman and Supergirl are having some of their... — signals changes in media consumption.
"What people see is two seconds of insanity of me arching me to the lords," singer writes of standing through a moonroof on 101 Freeway
Rolling Stone reports: Britney Spears Dismisses Odd Behavior on L.A. Highway:... — this is making waves across platforms.
Lionsgate and Universal’s Michael has finally crossed $1 billion after 12 weekends in release, not only is that the second movie to do so in 2026 after Universal/Illumination/Nintendo’s Super Mario Galaxy, but it’s the first ever title for Lionsgate to clear that milestone. Th...
The big picture: ‘Michael’ Crosses $1B Worldwide, Lionsgate’s First Movie To... — signals where Hollywood is headed.
The BBC's Nick Beake sees homes razed to the ground and "a sea of black" in Bédar.
BBC World reports: 'This landscape is completely charred': Inside the village... — this demands attention beyond borders.
Far beneath the surface of the ocean lies the largest and least explored habitat on Earth. The deep sea is cold, dark, highly pressurized—and home to a huge amount of undiscovered life.
Phys.org reports: In deep oceans, evolution is supercharged. This diversity... — this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
The Chinese company is allowed to sell its impressive phones in the States, but it doesn't. Here's why.
The big picture: Why Xiaomi phones aren't banned, but are rarely... — is one to watch for the industry.
We may not know the precise release date of the upcoming God of War Laufey, but a new tweet suggests we'll get it before the end of 2027. Read more
The big picture: God of War Laufey studio hints at 2027... — may set a new standard for the genre.
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