It comes less than a week after an undocumented migrant was fatally shot in Houston by an immigration agent.
Why it matters: Colombian national killed by ICE agent during operation... could reshape the global order.
The US Google Store has curiously discounted a specific Pixel 10 Pro model by $300 in the deepest official sale to date.
Why it matters: Google Store discounts Pixel 10 Pro by $300,... may redefine how we interact with devices.
Oil prices rose on Tuesday after U.S. President Donald Trump announced plans to impose shipping fees in the Strait of Hormuz.
CNBC reports: Oil gains over 2% as Mideast tensions and... — this may shift market dynamics.
EXCLUSIVE: Vietnamese comedy drama Mr. Hero, produced by three Vietnamese production outfits and Fremantle’s Singapore-based Beach House Pictures, is set for a wide international rollout following its premiere yesterday at New York Asian Film Festival. Directed by Vo Thach Th...
Deadline reports: Vietnam’s Skyline Media Schedules North America, International Rollout... — this could reshape the box office conversation.
After a typhoon surprised a research cruise, scientists took advantage of the unique sampling opportunity to reveal rapid changes in bacterioplankton communities and biogeochemical cycling.
Phys.org reports: Typhoons mix up bacteria and biochemistry — this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
Polycast Labs is putting its new game Bobo and the Chest of Nightmares on Nintendo Switch, the developer has announced. It will release on October 30, 2026. Bobo and the Chest of Nightmares is a 90s-inspired platformer collectathon. After opening the legendary Nightmare Chest ...
Why it matters: Bobo and the Chest of Nightmares, 90s-inspired platformer... reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
Friends, politicians and fellow film stars remember Neill following his "sudden and unexpected" death.
The big picture: 'Hero, legend, sweetheart': Tributes to Jurassic Park actor... — reflects broader geopolitical shifts.
Paramount CEO David Ellison was meeting on Monday with members of the House Ways & Means Committee to promote a federal film tax incentive, sources said. Ellison and Chief Legal Officer Makan Delrahim were among those meeting with the lawmakers. The idea of establishing a more...
Deadline reports: Paramount’s David Ellison Meets With House Members On... — this could reshape the box office conversation.
Clarkson has been a double nominee in the two talk show categories for all seven seasons of her eponymous show.
Billboard reports: ‘The Kelly Clarkson Show,’ ‘The View’ Score in... — this taps into a cultural moment.
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.
The Hisense A10 has a removable magnetic color screen on the back that lets you swap between E Ink and color.
CNET reports: I'm a Big E Ink Fan, So This... — this reshapes the tech landscape.
Anthropic's Claude Sonnet 5 narrows the gap to Opus 4.8 on agentic coding, at cheaper Sonnet token pricing. The post Anthropic Claude Sonnet 5 vs Sonnet 4.6 vs Opus 4.8: Agentic Coding Benchmarks, API Pricing, and Cost-Performance Tradeoffs Compared appeared first on MarkTechP...
Why it matters: Anthropic Claude Sonnet 5 vs Sonnet 4.6 vs... marks a new chapter in AI development.
The Film Workshop co-founder helped shape a glorious 1980s boom before producing the 2002 classic cop thriller that Martin Scorsese would remake as the Oscar-winning 'The Departed.'
Why it matters: Nansun Shi, ‘Infernal Affairs’ Producer and Pioneer of... signals where Hollywood is headed.
The Super Mario 40th anniversary festivities continue, and now fans have an opportunity to get their hands on a new pin set. Right now GameStop is providing the pin set when you spend $100 on Mario games. It looks like the offer is only available in store – you can’t get it on...
Bottom line from Nintendo Everything: this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
Uber Chief Product Officer Sachin Kansal walks TechCrunch through the company's financial-services ambitions, its increasingly complicated relationship with Waymo, its new AV Labs data operation, and how AI is starting to show up in ways riders and drivers will actually notice.
TechCrunch reports: Uber’s product chief on hotels, robotaxis, and why... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
Paramount Skydance CEO David Ellison has been quietly backing a bill to launch a federal film tax incentive, with lawmaker support on both sides of the aisle, multiple sources told Variety. Ellison has spent at least six months in exploratory meetings for the proposed legislat...
Variety reports: Paramount CEO David Ellison Backing Bipartisan Federal Film... — this could reshape the box office conversation.
It wouldn't make much sense to prohibit people from shooting a threatened woodpecker while allowing its forest to be cut down, or to bar killing endangered salmon while allowing a dam to dry out their habitat.
Phys.org reports: How redefining one word strips the Endangered Species... — this opens new research frontiers.
Despite the property making a splash with its 2024 animated sequel, this weekend's weak launch fuels questions about the studio's strategy for live-action remakes: "Who knows where Disney goes from here?"
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this is generating industry buzz.
Shenzhen-based LimX Dynamics is the latest humanoid company in China to raise capital in recent weeks as investors eye IPO exits.
CNBC reports: 'Listing is a must': Chinese humanoid startups are... — this signals changing business strategies.
EXCLUSIVE: The Beauty is on pause at FX. The options on the cast of Ryan Murphy and Matthew Hodgson’s series, based on a comic book series by Jeremy Haun and Jason A. Hurley, have lapsed, and the actors are moving onto other projects. That includes leads Evan Peters, who is fi...
Deadline reports: ‘The Beauty’ Cast Released; Future Of FX Series... — this could reshape the box office conversation.
Legendary Entertainment’s first theme park attraction, “Kong x Godzilla” at Lotte World in Seoul, opens July 24, marking the studio’s entry into location-based entertainment after several years of development on the project. “It was a big priority for me when I joined Legendar...
Variety reports: ‘Kong x Godzilla’ Ride Set to Open at... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
The iOS 27 public beta is now available, and it’s full of major new features. Should you install it on your iPhone? Here’s everything you need to know.
Why it matters: iOS 27 public beta: Should you install it... is one to watch for the industry.
The growth figure was higher than the 5.5% expected, but lower than the revised 6.3% in the first quarter.
The big picture: Singapore's economy expands 5.7% in the second quarter,... — may shift market dynamics.
For now, a single satellite has been cleared for a test demonstration, but the company making it hopes to eventually launch 50,000 of them into orbit.
Why it matters: Space Mirror: The FCC Just Approved a Sun-Reflecting... could change how developers build software.
The sit-down, brokered by Channel 5's Andrew Callaghan, reportedly grew heated before cooler heads prevailed.
The big picture: Hunter Biden, Nick Fuentes Interview Nearly Turns Physical,... — is generating industry buzz.
The film about forbidden love took home Karlovy Vary's top prize after its recent premiere at the fest.
The big picture: ‘Fruit Gathering’ Review: A Factory Worker Falls for... — may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Researchers at the University of Warwick and the University of Colorado Boulder have directly observed, for the first time, four white dwarfs in binary star systems in our nearby region of space. These stellar binaries are all within 65 light-years of Earth, and one contains t...
Phys.org reports: Dead stars in our cosmic backyard: Astronomers spot... — this opens new research frontiers.
With the cash, the company aims to expand its world model offering and reach customers across geographies.
Why it matters: Video-generation startup PixVerse raises $439M, valuation soars past... may redefine how we interact with devices.
The social media site says it will amplify posts made by users' mutual followers' to give the feed more of a communal feel.
Why it matters: X just tweaked its algorithm to make it... signals a shift in how we use technology.
While Apple did its best to insulate Jony Ive in its lawsuit against OpenAI, the company may not be able to keep its former design chief out of the fight. Here’s why.
9to5Mac reports: OpenAI could force Apple into an awkward fight... — this is one to watch for the industry.
Warner Bros Discovery CEO David Zaslav is selling about $59.5 million in company stock, his latest move to cash in on the company’s stock rebound. The sale of the nearly 2.2 million shares was revealed in an SEC filing on Monday, hours after 12 states filed an antitrust lawsui...
Why it matters: David Zaslav Selling $59.5 Million In WBD Shares signals where Hollywood is headed.
Mouse: P.I. For Hire has officially surpassed over one million copies sold across all platforms, PlaySide Studios and Fumi Games announced today. The feat was accomplished less than three months after its global digital launch on April 16, 2026. We’re hearing that console unit...
Bottom line from Nintendo Everything: this may set a new standard for the genre.
The third consecutive night of US strikes on Iran came as Trump announced a 20% charge as part of a new blockade on the strait.
The big picture: UAE condemns Iran's 'brazen' attack on tankers as... — affects international relations.
Native American tribes and environmental groups are expected to challenge the move to shrink the Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monuments.
NY Times Science reports: Trump Sharply Cuts the Size of Two National... — this opens new research frontiers.
The company is raising at least $75 million, led by Robot Ventures, with significant participation from USV and other prominent investors.
The big picture: Hermes agent maker Nous Research in talks for... — could change how developers build software.
Forget any bad buzz that there’s a funk at the box office, because it always boils down to product, as well as time and space. As we told you throughout the weekend, the live-action Moana was too close to Thanksgiving 2024’s Moana 2 on the calendar. Had it gone in place of Moa...
The big picture: ‘Moana’ Doesn’t Sing With $95M+ WW Opening; Stephen... — signals where Hollywood is headed.
Former child actor Blake Garrett, known best for his role as Plug in the family comedy How To Eat Fried Worms, died from a fentanyl overdose, TMZ reported, citing a summary report from the Oklahoma Office of the Chief Medical Examiner. According to the report, Garrett’s cause ...
Bottom line from Deadline: this is generating industry buzz.
A fan claims that Eric Baker's involvement with a reselling fund, while disclosed in a regulatory filing, was not publicized to consumers.
The big picture: StubHub Hit With Customer Class Action Fraud Lawsuit... — reflects the changing sound of the industry.
JGBs have been selling off amid policy normalization and concerns over Tokyo's spending plans, but experts say that they deserve another look from investors.
CNBC reports: Japan’s bond market is back in play after... — this signals changing business strategies.
The state, where the both studios have headquarters, has joined 11 others to halt the deal.
Why it matters: California leads lawsuit to block Paramount Warner Bros... hints at where the money is moving.
“POTUS is absolutely right. Whoever provides secure and safe passage of commercial vessels through the Strait of Hormuz should be compensated for this service.”
The big picture: U.S. launches new strikes on Iran while Tehran... — hints at where the money is moving.
EXCLUSIVE: After Siren Head sold to Warner Bros in a massive bidding war, another viral internet sensation from Trevor Henderson has found a home. In a pre-emptive deal, Sony’s TriStar Pictures has swooped in to acquire feature film rights to Henderson’s Cartoon Cat following....
The big picture: TriStar Pictures Lands Feature Rights To Trevor Henderson’s... — reflects evolving audience tastes.
Collecting money for a joint present might overcome the competitive gift-giving, but it can still cause friction.
BBC Business reports: 'I don't want to seem tight': How much... — this reflects a broader economic trend.
There's no need to lose your streak - here's the 'Wordle' answer for today The post Today’s Wordle answer and hints for #1851 on July 14 appeared first on NME.
The big picture: Today’s Wordle answer and hints for #1851 on... — shows where the music business is headed.
Hieroglyphs on the wall of a Maya building record calculations concerning the orbits of Earth, Mars and Venus, as well as the name of a mathematician who wrote the text around 1200 years ago
The big picture: Maya mathematician’s name decoded alongside astronomical formula — could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
Here are hints, groups and answers for 'Connections' #1129 The post ‘Connections’ answers and hints for today, July 14 appeared first on NME.
The big picture: ‘Connections’ answers and hints for today, July 14 — could define this era of music.
Researchers have reconstructed and transcribed a mathematical formula from the site of Xultun, Guatemala, revealing the name of a Maya astronomer for the first time. During the Classic period (250–900 CE), mathematics and astronomy were a key part of Maya society, with complex...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this advances our understanding of the world.
The coastal Chinese city of Shenzhen has become a hub for tech hardware that U.S. firms can't ignore.
The big picture: CNBC's The China Connection newsletter: Betting on Shenzhen... — may shift market dynamics.
The 53rd annual Daytime Emmy nominations announcement is underway. Among early nominees: Recently ended talkers “The Kelly Clarkson Show” (recognized for talk series and talk host) and “Sherri” (with a nod for talk host). The Daytime Emmys, administered by the New York-based N...
Bottom line from Variety: this reflects evolving audience tastes.
Adding to an earlier report from Counterpoint Research that showed Apple posting its strongest-ever second quarter for iPhone shipments, Omdia has now published its own figures pointing to the same record performance. Here are the details.
9to5Mac reports: Second report says Apple posted its strongest-ever Q2... — this could change how developers build software.
Just in time for the Peacock debut of Curry Barker's 'Obsession,' here's how deal-savvy streamers can save on the NBCUniversal-owned service, including three little-known ways to get it for free.
Why it matters: The Best Peacock Subscription Deals and Free Trial... is generating industry buzz.
Trump's lawsuit against the IRS was settled by the Justice Department with an agreement to create a $1.8 billion "lawfare" fund that has since been scrapped.
Why it matters: Judge says Trump sued IRS for 'improper purpose';... signals changing business strategies.
Ashley Nicole Black is set to host the Sept. 9 ceremony honoring film and TV writers across 10 categories.
Bottom line from Billboard: this shows where the music business is headed.
The world’s largest independent production group has been created. Its next challenge is finding growth beyond the traditional commissioning model.
Why it matters: Banijay-All3Media: Is This the Last Great Super-Indie? may set a new benchmark for the genre.
The macOS 27 Golden Gate pubic beta has been released. See which Mac devices will support updates to Liquid Glass, Apple Intelligence, and the new Siri AI.
The big picture: Every MacBook getting macOS 27: How to try... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
MORPHEUS from Skyfall AI is a persistent enterprise simulation platform for continual reinforcement learning. It runs worlds that never reset, using parameterisable regime shifts and a six-metric evaluation protocol. Across the platform, PPO, HER, EWC, and LCM all remain far b...
The big picture: Skyfall AI Releases MORPHEUS: A Persistent Enterprise Simulation... — marks a new chapter in AI development.
The Trump administration has asked Congress for an additional $350 billion in defense funds amid the reignited Iran war.
The big picture: McConnell’s absence could jeopardize Republicans’ defense spending agenda... — could affect investors and consumers alike.
Drake, who previously covered up his LeBron James tattoo with ink of SGA's Oklahoma City Thunder jersey, is close friends with the NBA player.
The big picture: Watch Drake Freestyle at NBA Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s... — shows where the music business is headed.
The developer of Aerial Knight's Dropshot and We Never Yield is back with a new game about a lady and her unique hobby
The big picture: Aerial Knight’s MrFreezy Turns Chopping Off Heads Into... — may set a new standard for the genre.
The pioneering metal musician most recently played in Nocturnus AD. Drummer-Vocalist Mike Browning (Morbid Angel, Nocturnus) Dead at 62 Spencer Kaufman
Bottom line from Consequence of Sound: this is making waves across platforms.
'Avengers: Doomsday' tickets are going on sale early for premium format screens — and it has an epic runtime (though it's not final).
Why it matters: ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ Tickets to Go On Sale Next... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
The actor, who died at age 78 on Monday, embodied a passionate approach to research and positive masculinity in his role as paleontologist Alan Grant in the 1993 blockbuster Jurassic Park.
Wired reports: Sam Neill Inspired a Generation of Scientists — this is one to watch for the industry.
The Strait of Hormuz is a major oil shipping route and the epicenter of the U.S. and Israel's ongoing war with Iran.
CNBC reports: Trump proposes 20% toll on cargo through Strait... — this hints at where the money is moving.
Three sold-out shows, two landmark albums, and one spectacular finale reaffirmed JAY-Z's place atop New York hip-hop. JAY-Z’s Triumphant Yankee Stadium Homecoming Was a Victory Lap with Eyes on the Future Eddie Fu
The big picture: JAY-Z’s Triumphant Yankee Stadium Homecoming Was a Victory... — is making waves across platforms.
Canadian companies that disclose their climate-related risks and impacts have a considerable advantage over those that don't when it comes to attracting financing from European institutional investors, according to our recent report for the Institute for Sustainable Finance at...
Phys.org reports: Climate disclosure gives Canadian companies an edge with... — this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
“Heated Rivalry” star Hudson Williams told off a group of autograph hounds who followed him to a private residence in Paris for his signature. The confrontation was captured in a now viral video shared on social media on Monday. As Williams stepped out of a car, someone handed...
Variety reports: Hudson Williams Confronts Autograph Hounds Who Followed Him... — this signals where Hollywood is headed.
As its new redesign rolls out, Samsung Health is also forcing users into a choice – let their data be used for AI training, or make it effectively unusable in the long term.
Why it matters: Samsung Health will delete your data unless you... reshapes the tech landscape.
If you missed your chance to buy tickets for BTS's East Rutherford shows, fret not: there are still a few ways to get in before they hit the stage. BTS at MetLife Stadium: How to Get Tickets for Sold-Out NY Shows Consequence Staff
Consequence of Sound reports: BTS at MetLife Stadium: How to Get Tickets... — this taps into a cultural moment.
Trump said he will make a "Speech to the Nation on Thursday evening, at 9 P.M. Eastern," without providing further details.
Bottom line from CNBC: this could affect investors and consumers alike.
The environmental activist has been sitting on a hunger strike for 16 days and is getting visibly weaker.
BBC World reports: Indian activist on hunger strike at 'cockroach' protest... — this has global implications.
Linda Cardellini plays Pamela Voorhees in the 'Friday the 13th' prequel series
Hollywood Reporter reports: Peacock Promises a Terrible Time at Camp With... — this signals where Hollywood is headed.
The update also expands Gemini-powered voice search and reporting -- though a new motorcycle mode skips the US for now.
CNET reports: Waze Gets a 'Less Chatty' Update, Personalized Routes — this could change how developers build software.
Ulvaeus, the opening keynote speaker at the UN's AI for Good Global Summit in Geneva, started his speech with a simple question: "Good for whom?"
Billboard reports: ABBA’s Björn Ulvaeus Talks AI Training at United... — this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
The risk of students using AI to cheat tends to get a lot of attention—with good reason.
Bottom line from Phys.org: this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
The reimagined revival of the Andrew Lloyd Webber musical opened on Broadway in April.
The big picture: ‘Cats: The Jellicle Ball’ Will End Its Broadway... — may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Save 72% on a refurbished Dell Precision workstation with 32GB of RAM, dedicated NVIDIA graphics, and Windows 11 Pro.
Why it matters: A Dell laptop with 32GB of RAM and... is one to watch for the industry.
One of the biggest surprises of WWDC 2026 involved which iPhones will support iOS 27. See the full list.
Mashable reports: These 29 iPhones support iOS 27 and the... — this may redefine how we interact with devices.
On today’s episode of “Daily Variety” podcast, in our weekly Box Office segment, Variety‘s Rebecca Rubin unpacks what went wrong with Disney’s “Moana” live-action remake. And Jon Erwin, the filmmaker behind “Young Washington,” explains how his Wonder Project banner is making i...
Why it matters: LISTEN: Why ‘Moana’ Marks a Disney Misstep; ‘Young... reflects evolving audience tastes.
The horror film's digital rollout began just six weeks after its record-breaking theatrical release.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this signals where Hollywood is headed.
Microsoft is testing a cleaner version of the Windows 11 search menu that strips it of recommended content and ads. In a blog post on Monday, Microsoft announced that it's rolling out the decluttered Search Box to Windows Insiders in the Experimental channel as the company loo...
The big picture: Microsoft tests Windows Search without all the ads... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
OnePlus and its parent company, Oppo, plan to announce in the coming days that OnePlus brand will be leaving the US and European markets, according to a machine translation of a WinFuture report. Should the exit actually happen, it will mark a conclusion to months of rumors ab...
Why it matters: OnePlus is reportedly bailing on the US could change how developers build software.
“Top Chef” winner Rhoda Magbitang has signed with Buchwald and Leigh Taylor Public Relations+ Talent Management for representation. Magbitang is best known for winning Season 23 of Bravo’s “Top Chef.” She’s currently completing her culinary residency at Mauna Lani following he...
Variety reports: ‘Top Chef’ Winner Rhoda Magbitang Signs With Buchwald... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
Google is beginning to roll out the first big update to Snapseed since the May redesign with version 4.1 for Android.
Why it matters: Snapseed 4.1 for Android rolling out with ‘massively... could change how developers build software.
The Linda Lindas have announced a 35-date North American tour in support of their upcoming album, Gotta Get Out. The fall run kicks off in September and stretches through early November. The Linda Lindas Announce 2026 North American Tour Alex Krinsky
Consequence of Sound reports: The Linda Lindas Announce 2026 North American Tour — this could define this era of music.
Apple’s revamped Siri is more than a voice assistant; it’s now the backbone of the iPhone user experience. You can try it now through the iOS 27 public beta.
Bottom line from Wired: this could change how developers build software.
Developers and public beta testers can try an early version of the software now before Apple releases it to the general public this fall.
The big picture: The First iOS 27 Public Beta Is Out,... — signals a shift in how we use technology.
A fifth “Hotel Transylvania” film, titled “The Haunting of Hotel Transylvania”, is coming to theaters on Oct. 8. Sony Pictures is set to distribute the film in North America, while Amazon MGM Studios will oversee international distribution. Jennifer Kluska and Alan Hawkins are...
Variety reports: ‘Hotel Transylvania 5’ Sets October 2027 Release Date — this could reshape the box office conversation.
The South Carolina governor chose the senator's little sister to serve out the rest of his term after Graham's death on Saturday.
Bottom line from BBC World: this demands attention beyond borders.
Cyclospora, a parasitic infection that can cause weeks of severe diarrhea, is spreading in the U.S. Here's what to know about the disease, and how to stay safe.
Why it matters: 3 things you need to know about cyclospora hints at where the money is moving.
Mamdani was not in attendance for any of Hov's three shows in the Bronx.
Billboard reports: NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani Reveals Jay-Z’s ‘The Blueprint’... — this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
The memory shortage is likely to lead to fewer budget devices and more refurbished models, a report says, as Apple and Samsung gain market share.
CNET reports: Smartphone Shipments Crash to 13-Year Low Due to... — this could change how developers build software.
The ‘Black Parade’ singer played the original, but hasn’t played Larian’s award-winning RPG yet
The big picture: My Chemical Romance Fans Ask Gerard Way If... — could shake up the gaming landscape.
We’re getting a first look at Peacock’s Friday the 13th sequel series Crystal Lake, which arrives Oct. 15 on the streamer. From A24 and creator Brad Caleb Kane, Crystal Lake stars Linda Cardellini as Pam Voorhees, a single mother who has been unable to shake her grief after he...
Why it matters: Peacock Unveils Teaser Trailer & First-Look Photos For... signals where Hollywood is headed.
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.
9to5Google reports: What’s new in Android’s July 2026 Google System... — this could change how developers build software.
In a first, the UK and the EU jointly impose sanctions on Russian individuals and entities for cyberattacks and disinformation campaigns in the region.
Dark Reading reports: Weak Security Continues to Fuel Russian Cyberattacks — this should prompt a review of your own security.
In a new report from ZDNET Korea, the outlet claims that Nintendo is considering an OLED screen revision for Switch 2. That may seem like a surprising rumor given the state of the industry and the cost for component prices currently. ZDNET Korea says Nintendo has been looking ...
Nintendo Everything reports: Rumor: Nintendo considering releasing Switch 2 OLED model — this may set a new standard for the genre.
Apple just launched public betas for its next big round of software revisions. Here's how to try iOS 27 and macOS 27 Golden Gate.
The big picture: Public betas of iOS 27, macOS 27 Golden... — is one to watch for the industry.
SpaceX is progressing toward Starship's next big test launch.
Why it matters: SpaceX Starship Flight 13 launch updates: SpaceX sets... advances our understanding of the world.
According to a report, the company plans to skip higher-performance versions of some of its processors along the way.
CNET reports: Apple Is Reportedly Accelerating Chip Releases Due to... — this is one to watch for the industry.
EXCLUSIVE: Sony Pictures Animation and Amazon MGM Studios are coming back together for a fifth Hotel Transylvania movie, The Haunting of Hotel Transylvania, set for theatrical release on October 8, 2027. While Hotel Transylvania was born as a Sony property, when theaters were ...
The big picture: Sony Animation & Amazon MGM Studios Team For... — reflects evolving audience tastes.
Smartphones these days have incredible cameras that are capable of taking smooth, sharp video, but the microphones are often lacking, to say the least. A wireless lavalier microphone can dramatically improve the audio quality of your videos, whether you’re the only one talking...
The big picture: A two-pack of DJI’s most capable wireless mics... — reshapes the tech landscape.
The death of Sen. Lindsey Graham ignited a scramble among South Carolina Republicans to prepare for a special primary election to replace him on the GOP ticket.
CNBC reports: South Carolina governor taps Lindsey Graham's sister to... — this reflects a broader economic trend.
With residential proxies all the rage, CISA urges router users to be vigilant.
The big picture: The US government warns that Russia state hackers... — reshapes the tech landscape.
The $43 million domestic opening for the live-action "Moana" is just a notch above last year's "Snow White," well below industry expectations.
Why it matters: Have Disney’s Live-Action Remakes Run Their Course? signals where Hollywood is headed.
NASA astronaut Anil Menon and two cosmonauts will launch toward the International Space Station atop a Russian rocket on Tuesday (July 14), and you can watch it live.
The big picture: Russia's launching a NASA astronaut and 2 cosmonauts... — adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
Sub-Neptune exoplanets could have atmospheres so dense and crushing that rock is vaporized to form clouds that trap heat at the surface of the planet.
Bottom line from Space.com: this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Sponsored by Backblaze: Backup you can rely on....
Bottom line from 9to5Mac: this signals a shift in how we use technology.
The follow-up to 2025’s Art Pop * Pop Art is out this month
Why it matters: zayALLCAPS Announces New Album My Uncle Told Me... shows where the music business is headed.
Apple has just released tvOS 27 in public beta, so any Apple TV 4K user can install the software in advance of its fall launch. HomePod 27 is available in public beta too. Here’s what’s new.
Bottom line from 9to5Mac: this could change how developers build software.
Of all the debates raging about the potential downsides of AI, there is one worry causing the most hand-wringing among AI enthusiasts in Silicon Valley — that the giant AI labs that sell proprietary models are somehow acting like Trojan horses.
TechCrunch reports: Satya Nadella has issued a shocking warning to... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
Noise-canceling earbuds are great for flights and focusing, but they're not always ideal for outdoor workouts. The last-gen Shokz OpenRun Pro's open-ear design lets you enjoy music while staying aware of approaching cars, cyclists, and other potential hazards, and right now th...
The big picture: The Shokz OpenRun Pro are the cheapest they’ve... — is one to watch for the industry.
EXCLUSIVE: Cindy Busby (When Hope Calls, There’s No Place Like Christmas) is set to star in the Great American Media holiday film Christmas Wrapped in Love, which just began production. The film will have its world premiere across Great American Pure Flix, Great American Famil...
Deadline reports: Cindy Busby To Star In Great American Media... — this signals where Hollywood is headed.
In addition to releasing the first wave of public betas for iPadOS 27 and macOS 27 Golden Gate, Apple also rolled out revised versions of these developer betas with new build numbers. Here are the details.
Bottom line from 9to5Mac: this could change how developers build software.
This year's Google Pixel 11 lineup might come in a bunch of funky colors. A series of now-deleted Amazon listings spotted by 9to5Google show what appear to be placeholders for Google's upcoming Pixel 11 in hot pink Fuchsia (Hibiscus), vibrant green Moss (Pistachio), and Midnig...
Why it matters: The Pixel colors might rule this year is one to watch for the industry.
These artists stand at the pinnacle of chart success with both albums and songs.
Bottom line from Billboard: this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
As Paramount Skydance’s deal to take over Warner Bros. Discovery is still pending, WBD CEO David Zaslav is continuing to cash out his stock in the company he is set to depart in the coming months. Zaslav filed to sell about 2.18 million shares of Warner Bros. Discovery stock, ...
Bottom line from Variety: this reflects evolving audience tastes.
Daughter Amy Helm claims “disturbing circumstances” led to her ouster from Levon Helm Studio after her stepmother, Sandra, backed a leadership change
Bottom line from Rolling Stone: this is making waves across platforms.
From Sony to LG, Shop Billboard rounded up the best 4K TVs for watching live music performances and live sports.
The big picture: The Best 4K RGB LED TVs to Buy... — shows where the music business is headed.
California will offer state-wide instant rebates on electric vehicle purchases as part of its 2026-2027 budget.
Mashable reports: Newsom launches new electric vehicle rebate amid energy... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is expressing solidarity with New York Attorney General Letitia James and 11 other state attorneys general suing to stop the Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery merger. In a statement posted to social media after 12 state AGs filed an antitrust ...
Bottom line from Deadline: this reflects evolving audience tastes.
“The Last of Us” voice actor Ashley Johnson got her start in Hollywood as a child actor, playing the role of Chrissy Seaver on the final two seasons of ABC’s sitcom “Growing Pains” from 1990 to 1992. On a recent episode of her “Weird Kids” podcast, Johnson revealed she was onc...
Variety reports: ‘Growing Pains’ Star Ashley Johnson Was Nearly Abducted... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
The 2011 detective game LA Noire, which was published by GTA company Rockstar Games, starred Mad Men actor Aaron Staton as the lead character, Cole Phelps. A writer on the game has now revealed that a different Mad Men actor, Jon Hamm, was considered for the role as well. Stat...
The big picture: LA Noire Could Have Featured A Different, Very... — could shake up the gaming landscape.
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Apple has just released public betas for iOS 27 and other major OS updates that are set to publicly launch this fall. The big new feature this year is Siri AI, the delayed AI-powered revamp to Siri. It actually works - which is big praise! - though it keeps things brief. Other...
Why it matters: Apple’s public betas for iOS 27 and more... reshapes the tech landscape.
After three rounds of developer betas, Apple is now rolling out the first public beta of macOS 27. Here’s how to install it.
9to5Mac reports: macOS 27 public beta now available, here’s how... — this may redefine how we interact with devices.
Elon Musk labelled the director an "anti-white racist" for casting Lupita Nyong'o as Helen of Troy The post Christopher Nolan responds to “irrelevant” backlash over ‘The Odyssey’ casting appeared first on NME.
The big picture: Christopher Nolan responds to “irrelevant” backlash over ‘The... — is making waves across platforms.
The watchOS 27 public beta is now available for Apple Watch. It gives users an early look at the software update coming to everyone this fall. watchOS 27 includes one potentially transformative addition: Siri AI on your wrist. Apple also added a dynamic app grid, a one-handed ...
9to5Mac reports: watchOS 27 public beta is here with Siri... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
The first iOS 27 public beta is now available for iPhone. It gives users an early chance to try Apple’s biggest software update of the year. Siri AI is the headline feature. The release also includes a redesigned Screen Time experience, Liquid Glass refinements, performance up...
The big picture: iOS 27 public beta is here with Siri... — reshapes the tech landscape.
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