The blockbuster veteran said last year he might not make another game.
Why it matters: Dead Space creator and Call of Duty veteran... signals what players want next.
In an innovative gas fermentation process, reducing the concentration of carbon dioxide was found to significantly improve microbial production of the biodegradable plastic poly[(R)-3-hydroxybutyrate]. Researchers found that hydrogen-oxidizing bacteria grown under safe, nonfla...
Phys.org reports: Low carbon dioxide levels improve microbial production of... — this advances our understanding of the world.
Nintendo just unveiled a new set of merchandise for the Pikmin series. As of today, a variety of items can be found at Hot Topic. The lineup includes hoodies, t-shirt, crossbody bag, and more. Note that everything here is exclusive to Hot Topic – these items will not be sold e...
Bottom line from Nintendo Everything: this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
Plus, everything to know about early access, cardmember perks and the top trending styles across fashion, beauty and home.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this signals where Hollywood is headed.
Fellow MTV alum and former 120 Minutes host Matt Pinfield shared news of Kendall’s passing on Tuesday. Dave Kendall, Creator and Host of MTV’s 120 Minutes, Has Died Alex Young
Why it matters: Dave Kendall, Creator and Host of MTV’s 120... reflects the changing sound of the industry.
SK Hynix led a broad rally in Asian technology shares on Wednesday, tracking a rebound in U.S. semiconductor shares after a sharp selloff earlier this week.
Why it matters: SK Hynix South Korean shares jump 11% as... could affect investors and consumers alike.
A new synthesis report, titled "Ecological Characterisation of Peatlands and Coastal Lagoons in Europe," has been published to support the assessment, monitoring and restoration of European wetlands under EU environmental legislation. The report was prepared in response to a p...
Phys.org reports: Report details ecological characterization of peatlands and coastal... — this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
Mitsubishi's biggest buy ever is a big best on global gas demand and the AI boom.
Why it matters: Mitsubishi takes over $7.5 billion in U.S. natural... could affect investors and consumers alike.
Konami and Evil Empire have now set the release date for Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse on Nintendo Switch. The game launches on October 15, 2026, they’ve announced. A lot of uncertainty was surrounding the Nintendo Switch version of Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse. Last month, Kon...
Bottom line from Nintendo Everything: this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
The first episodes of Lucky, Apple TV’s new limited series starring Anya Taylor-Joy (The Menu), are now streaming. Watch the trailer below.
Why it matters: Limited series ‘Lucky’, starring Anya Taylor-Joy, premieres on... may redefine how we interact with devices.
Annette Bening and Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor try to track down the savvy scammer in this seven-part thriller The post ‘Lucky’ review: Anya Taylor-Joy’s plucky con artist will keep you guessing until the final sting appeared first on NME.
Bottom line from NME: this is making waves across platforms.
Reese Witherspoon executive produced this seven-episode series, adapted by Jonathan Tropper and featuring Timothy Olyphant, Annette Bening and Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor.
The big picture: ‘Lucky’ Review: Anya Taylor-Joy Stars as an Identity-Swapping... — may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Based on Marissa Stapley’s 2021 novel of the same name and adapted for television by “Your Friends & Neighbors” creator Jonathan Tropper, Apple TV limited series “Lucky” is the captivating story of one young woman’s desperate attempt to break free of the dark and violent life ...
Bottom line from Variety: this signals where Hollywood is headed.
Anya Taylor-Joy stars in Apple TV's crime drama "Lucky," out July 15.
Mashable reports: Lucky review: Anya Taylor-Joys con woman drama is... — this reshapes the tech landscape.
Mike Zaimont was the subject of a 2021 lawsuit at former Skullgirls developer Lab Zero.
Bottom line from PC Gamer: this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
The iOS 27 public beta is here, and the headlining changes are Siri AI and the array of new Apple Intelligence features. However, the update also includes plenty of non-AI features. Here are a few of my favorite iOS 27 features (other than Siri and AI).
Why it matters: iOS 27: My favorite new iPhone features (other... could change how developers build software.
Astrobiology has long been split into two camps: a search for "biosignatures" and a search for "intelligence." These look for very different things, but they also leave a huge gap in between. It took 3.5 billion years for us to go from the first microbe to a civilization that ...
Why it matters: Are we missing the universe's 'noosignatures?' advances our understanding of the world.
The fictional pop star's first fragrance in years is finally here, complete with a collectible bottle and a budget-friendly price tag
Bottom line from Rolling Stone: this shows where the music business is headed.
It's all going down at Javits Center in NYC from July 16-19.
Billboard reports: Jay-Z, Drake, Justin Bieber & Don Toliver Soundtrack... — this taps into a cultural moment.
The funding discussions point to investor interest in applying AI to make breakthroughs in life sciences.
TechCrunch reports: OpenAI researcher Miles Wang in talks to launch... — this reshapes the tech landscape.
President Donald Trump has said the U.S.-Iran ceasefire is over following multiple flare-ups of hostilities in the region.
Why it matters: U.S. strikes Iran before Hormuz Strait blockade restarts reflects a broader economic trend.
Scott Bryce, who starred as Craig Montgomery on As the World Turns in the 1980s, returned to the CBS soap in ensuing years, was a regular on The WB dramedy Popular and guested on dozen of shows during a 35-year screen career, has died. He was 68. His son Jackson confirmed the ...
Why it matters: Scott Bryce Dies: ‘As The World Turns’ &... could reshape the box office conversation.
"I've kind of found my new self in this very joyful, delicate, interesting time in my life," she tells Billboard Pop Shop Podcast of her new album.
Bottom line from Billboard: this is making waves across platforms.
The current heatwave has been hot, dry and exceptionally sunny with some locations seeing double the number of sunshine hours usually recorded at this point in the month, as Darren Bett explains.
The big picture: UK heatwave delivers exceptional sunshine and persistent 30C... — adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
The pair front Shinola's latest campaign for a line of watches that pay tribute to SNL's Gilda Radner
Rolling Stone reports: Molly Shannon and Ashley Padilla Talk ‘SNL’ and... — this is making waves across platforms.
The mystery of why some amphibian populations recover following outbreaks of a deadly fungus has been solved in a new study led by University College London (UCL), ZSL and Imperial College London.
The big picture: Mystery of why some toads survive deadly fungus... — opens new research frontiers.
The singer-songwriter will celebrate the 25th anniversary of her career with collaborative EP Everywhere and Back Again, and a tour
Rolling Stone reports: Michelle Branch Recreated Her Old Hits — And... — this could define this era of music.
Sam Neill had been steadily working in the movies for nearly two decades before he became, at the age of 45, a star in the industry’s eyes. A sturdy, reliable everyman who radiated, depending on the role, a kind of quietly masculine decency or a steely chill, the New Zealander...
Bottom line from Variety: this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
The SEC has received more than 66,000 comment submissions on the controversial rule, and now, claims that there may have been a typo in the email address published in the Federal Register, could cause big headaches.
Fortune reports: An SEC email address mix-up is causing confusion... — this could affect investors and consumers alike.
Along with announcing a date in Seattle, Allen confirmed her Philadelphia, Chicago, L.A., San Francisco and Vancouver shows will now take place at theater-sized venues.
Why it matters: Lily Allen Downsizes Tour Dates From Arenas to... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
EXCLUSIVE: A year after selling out 70MM Imax showtimes, Universal’s second Christopher Nolan movie after his multi-Oscar-winning Oppenheimer, The Odyssey, finally arrives. While we had a puffy projection last week for Disney’s Moana of $130M in worldwide box office fueled by ...
Deadline reports: Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’ To Begin Epic Journey... — this signals where Hollywood is headed.
The device is expected to possess a "personality" that will serve as a "humanlike AI companion," Bloomberg reports.
The big picture: OpenAI's First Device Will Reportedly Be a Portable... — signals a shift in how we use technology.
Opera says its iOS browser saw monthly active users grow 93% in the UK and 50% in the US during Q2 2026 compared with the same period last year. Here are the details.
The big picture: Opera gains ground among iPhone users in the... — reshapes the tech landscape.
The Galaxy Z Fold 8 series will get a new foldable display architecture, Samsung admits, which will improve the phone’s resistance to developing an unsightly crease down the inner display.
Why it matters: Samsung says Galaxy Z Fold 8 crease is... is one to watch for the industry.
Last week, the U.S. software company Turnitin revealed 53.6% of Australian tertiary education submissions run through its system used some form of AI in the period from October 2025–April 2026. The company, whose plagiarism-detection technology is widely used in universities, ...
Phys.org reports: More than 50% of Australian university assignments used... — this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
The abrupt about-face from the US president was the latest twist in a conflict that has now lasted more than four months.
BBC World reports: Trump retreat over Hormuz tolls suggests he is... — this has global implications.
Teens will be able to opt out of the restrictions - campaigners have criticised them as being piecemeal.
Why it matters: Midnight social media curfew proposed for older UK... is one to watch for the industry.
"I’m here to make sure both sides have a fair trial," the judge says at a tense hearing
The big picture: Lil Durk Scores Major Win to Split Racketeering... — taps into a cultural moment.
The House of Representatives passed a Trump-backed bill that would end decades of Americans having to reset their clocks twice a year.
BBC World reports: US Congress takes next step to make daylight... — this could reshape the global order.
Ballas is now serving as a permanent role on the judging panel on ‘The Next Pro,’ the next ‘DWTS’ spinoff that challenges a group of dancers to compete for a spot on the main show’s recurring cast.
Hollywood Reporter reports: After Nearly Two Decades on ‘Dancing With the... — this is generating industry buzz.
As temperatures rise, scientists are investigating whether a changing Atlantic could bring more volatile weather to the UK
Bottom line from BBC Science: this advances our understanding of the world.
Consumers should be better protected as Buy Now Pay Later lenders now require authorisation to operate.
The big picture: Buy Now Pay Later rules to bring refunds... — hints at where the money is moving.
There's no need to lose your streak - here's the 'Wordle' answer for today The post Today’s Wordle answer and hints for #1852 on July 15 appeared first on NME.
Why it matters: Today’s Wordle answer and hints for #1852 on... is making waves across platforms.
I visited Samsung's secret display lab to see what our future smartphones could look like. It was the first time the press has been allowed in.
Bottom line from CNET: this is one to watch for the industry.
Here are hints, groups and answers for 'Connections' #1130 The post ‘Connections’ answers and hints for today, July 15 appeared first on NME.
Why it matters: ‘Connections’ answers and hints for today, July 15 shows where the music business is headed.
Scientists have unveiled a new fabrication technique for the ultra-clean manufacturing of 2D heterostructures—materials just a few atoms thick—that could be used in quantum technology and electronics. Experts from Southampton and Singapore say the method could be used to devel...
Why it matters: New technique for building ultra-thin material stacks promises... could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
Astronomers at Durham University have made a major advance in understanding how galaxies formed and evolved in the early universe. Using powerful new observations, the team discovered the most distant example ever found of a compact, star-forming structure at the heart of a ga...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this advances our understanding of the world.
Lithuania was famously the final pagan state in Europe. While the rest of the continent converted to Christianity, Lithuania remained officially pagan until Catholicism was adopted in AD 1387. Despite this, the extent to which Lithuania's population remained pagan or converted...
The big picture: Europe's last pagan state was already diverse: Medieval... — challenges existing scientific assumptions.
During a visit to South Korea, I was among the first people outside of Samsung to see how the company stress tests its foldable displays before they end up in your pocket.
Bottom line from CNET: this signals a shift in how we use technology.
Samsung revealed today that its "next-generation Galaxy foldable devices" will feature a new Flex Titanium display.
Why it matters: Samsung confirms new foldables will be revealed July... is one to watch for the industry.
Score one for Marvel’s real superhero. The Will Rogers Motion Picture Pioneers Foundation said Tuesday that longtime Marvel Studios President and Chief Creative Officer Kevin Feige will receive its highest honor: the Pioneer of the Year Award. The architect of the multibillion...
The big picture: Marvel Boss Kevin Feige Set For 2026 Pioneer... — signals where Hollywood is headed.
All four matches beat the previous English- and Spanish-language records for a game in that round of the tournament.
Why it matters: TV Ratings: World Cup Quarterfinals Smash Previous U.S.... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
PrismML just released Bonsai 27B. It is a low-bit representation of Qwen3.6-27B, not a new pretrain. The architecture is unchanged. Two variants ship under Apache 2.0. Ternary Bonsai 27B uses {−1, 0, +1} weights at a true 1.71 bits per weight. Its ideal size is 5.9GB. 1-bit Bo...
Bottom line from MarkTechPost: this marks a new chapter in AI development.
The rapper was arrested over the incident but did not face criminal charges.
Why it matters: Travis Scott Sued for Alleged Drunken Assault on... reflects the changing sound of the industry.
Google today announced a limited-time Pixel Care+ open enrollment period for existing Pixel 9 and 10 owners.
The big picture: Google temporarily offers open Pixel Care+ enrollment for... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
For much of her adult life, poet Mary Oliver pursued her métier in relative obscurity, publishing well respected if modestly selling volumes of her work. Then, in 1984, she won the Pulitzer Prize, and that changed everything. Oliver in her last three decades became a rare cele...
Bottom line from Deadline: this could reshape the box office conversation.
The sketch comedy star will co-write, direct and produce the feature.
Hollywood Reporter reports: Paramount Primal Taps Almost Friday’s Tyler Falbo for... — this is generating industry buzz.
The tripartite collab leads the Latin Airplay and Latin Rhythm Airplay charts.
Bottom line from Billboard: this is making waves across platforms.
Paramount’s new genre label, Paramount Primal, has picked up R-Rated comedy project, Boys for Life, after a competitive bidding war. An April 9, 2027 theatrical release has been set for the project which is already rolling cameras. The Tyler Falbo directed, produced movie whic...
Deadline reports: Paramount Primal Dates R-Rated Comedy ‘Boys For Life’... — this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Tyler Falbo, a writer, director and producer known for his shaping the viral comedy videos of sketch group Almost Friday, is helming an R-rated comedy movie for Paramount. Titled “Boys for Life,” the film will be released theatrically on April 9, 2027, under Paramount’s newly ...
The big picture: Almost Friday’s Tyler Falbo to Direct R-Rated Comedy... — could reshape the box office conversation.
I have learned about myself that I am Team Betz
Kotaku reports: Truth Scrapper Is A Cheerful, Messy, and Breezily... — this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
The song, which suffered various demo leaks, previews a 20th anniversary edition of B’Day.
Why it matters: Beyoncé’s Surprise ‘Morning Dew’ Drop Brings Her Back... reflects the changing sound of the industry.
Steve Allison launched Epic's storefront in 2018 and held the reins until earlier this month.
Why it matters: Epic Games Store boss quits after 8 years... is generating hype in the community.
In one of Zara's most nostalgic beauty drops yet, the retailer has bottled Hannah Montana's vibrant spirit with notes of red fruits, rose and vanilla.
Why it matters: Zara’s Floral & Fruity Hannah Montana Perfume Grants... could define this era of music.
While most fitness trackers are losing the screens to keep the price low, the CMF by Nothing Watch 3 Pro is a bit different. The budget-friendly smartwatch with a 1.43-inch OLED display is even cheaper than usual at Amazon, where it costs $69 in every color (the price fluctuat...
Bottom line from The Verge: this reshapes the tech landscape.
The device is weirdly described as involving "mechanical elements that can move on their own" and the Bloomberg report includes the detail that the device is designed to "feel like a companion and become a physical manifestation of OpenAI’s ChatGPT."
The big picture: OpenAI’s first hardware device is reportedly a screenless... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
Old and forgotten "shims" Microsoft failed to revoke have made Secure Boot bypasses simple.
The big picture: Microsoft’s Secure Boot has been broken for a... — is one to watch for the industry.
CNBC's Jim Cramer said today's stock market is far less concerning than it was during the dot-com bubble.
Why it matters: Jim Cramer says concerns about AI market froth... may shift market dynamics.
The actress, who voiced Lilo in the Disney hit 'Lilo & Stitch,' died in June of AIDS-related complications after years of homelessness and addiction.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this could reshape the box office conversation.
The free trade agreement between the world's fifth and sixth largest economies has come into effect - can it deliver?
Why it matters: From Wimbledon towels to Scotch: What India-UK trade... reflects broader geopolitical shifts.
Other recent artist signings include Ty Herndon, La Reezy, Restless Road and @.
Why it matters: Signed: Snow Patrol Runs to BMG; Morgan Wade... shows where the music business is headed.
EXCLUSIVE: Maggie Grace (Fear The Walking Dead, Taken) has joined the series regular cast of AMC’s Thunder Road, the NASCAR drama series from John Fusco. Grace joins the previously announced cast led by Dennis Quaid, Chase Stokes, Michael Rooker and Matt Barr. Thunder Road is ...
Deadline reports: Maggie Grace Joins Cast Of AMC’s NASCAR Drama... — this signals where Hollywood is headed.
Citizens must now spend 21 days in a third country before they are allowed to come home.
The big picture: Trump admin puts Americans in Congo on "do-not-board"... — signals a shift in how we use technology.
The site received nominations in the Directing and Editing categories for the Daytime Studio Non-Fiction Series.
Why it matters: IndieWire Earns Two Daytime Emmy Award Nominations for... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
The restrictions, which can be turned off, will include a crackdown on “addictive” app features and will be in addition to a total ban on children under 16 accessing platforms like TikTok and YouTube.
Why it matters: The UK Is Planning a Social Media Curfew... signals a shift in how we use technology.
The vibes were, as expected, incredibly wholesome at London's Cineworld theater, where the film's stars sat for a post-screening Q&A on closing out the beloved 'Heartstopper' franchise.
Hollywood Reporter reports: Kit Connor and Joe Locke Lead the Cast... — this could reshape the box office conversation.
EXCLUSIVE: The Purge architect James DeMonaco is set to direct Vigilant for Miramax. In the project, a pilot program transforms crime fighting into a cash game, rewarding ordinary citizens for capturing wanted criminals. But as the nation races toward a vote to take the progra...
Deadline reports: James DeMonaco Set To Direct Miramax’s ‘Vigilant’ — this is generating industry buzz.
With GameShare becoming an important part of Nintendo Switch 2, we’ve put together a complete list of games that support the feature. We’ll be updating this post over time as well. GameShare is brand new for Nintendo Switch 2. With the feature, select titles allow you to play ...
Nintendo Everything reports: List of all Nintendo Switch 2 games that... — this may set a new standard for the genre.
Burnham, who is expected to become the UK's next prime minister, has been handed a letter from the oil and gas industry calling for his support.
BBC Science reports: To drill or not to drill? Andy Burnham... — this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
There is an anxiety to deckbuilders that I don't find with many other games, in that I get incredibly stressed about which cards I should play. I feel this way about card games in real life too, for reasons I truly cannot understand. It's just a game! And yet I can't help but ...
Why it matters: Deckbuilder Grail quells the fear in my heart... signals what players want next.
When most people hear the phrase "ocean acidification," they think of coral reefs, shellfish or declining fisheries. Those concerns are real. But while working on our recent research, I found myself asking a different question: What if ocean acidification is telling us somethi...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
Man-made substances surround us everywhere in our daily lives. According to the current understanding of the "Planetary Boundaries" framework, the carrying capacity for so-called novel entities—which include chemicals, microplastics, and nanomaterials—is considered to have bee...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
Get a lifetime license to ArchiMaster 3D Kitchen & Bath for $19.99 (reg. $59.99) and visualize renovation ideas before construction begins.
Why it matters: See your kitchen or bathroom renovation in 3D... may redefine how we interact with devices.
SpaceX launched Starlink satellites on a pair of Falcon 9 rockets eight hours apart from opposite coasts on July 13-14, 2026. The second launch was the 600th use of a flight-proven booster.
Space.com reports: SpaceX launches flight-proven rocket for 600th time, sending... — this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
Three of the 622 CVEs for which Microsoft issued patches this week are zero-days; there are more than 60 critical vulnerabilities.
Why it matters: Records Are Made to Be Broken: Patch Tuesday... exposes vulnerabilities that affect millions.
A number of social media posts claim that GPT-5.6 Sol deleted files and data without warning. OpenAI had basically disclosed the problem in June.
The big picture: OpenAI’s new flagship model deletes files on its... — signals a shift in how we use technology.
It seems some people take issue with one billionaire family overseeing a third of the US' entertainment media.
The big picture: The WGA is also suing to block Paramount-Warner... — is one to watch for the industry.
Los Angeles is letting its contract with the controversial security company expire after a three-year partnership.
The big picture: LA and Other Cities Are Distancing Themselves From... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
President Trump issued proclamations to remove protections and roll back rules for conservation to open up property development in taxpayer-owned land
Fortune reports: Trump reduces size of two national monuments by... — this hints at where the money is moving.
Your Xbox controller can make or break your gaming experience. I’ve tested the best wired and wireless options available, and here are our top picks.
The big picture: Best Xbox Controller for 2026: Series X and... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
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.
A study on Biogen's diranersen found it slowed cognitive decline and has promise in treating Alzheimer's disease, researchers found.
Fortune reports: New experimental Alzheimer’s drug shows potential after study... — this hints at where the money is moving.
Blue and white stars shine brilliantly against a crimson background of glowing gas in this July 3, 2026, image of stellar nursery LH 95 from NASA's Hubble Space Telescope.
Phys.org reports: Photo: Hubble sees crimson cloud and stars — this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
The joint mission comes as broader cooperation stalls and Russia pivots toward China on future space projects.
The big picture: U.S.-Russia space crew arrives at the ISS despite... — could affect investors and consumers alike.
High temperatures are expected to continue for Canada, as well as for parts of the US Midwest and Northeast, into Wednesday.
Why it matters: Millions in Canada swelter as heatwave continues to... adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
Gov. Kathy Hochul signs an executive order to pause new construction, but it won't affect data centers that have already broken ground.
CNET reports: New York Is First State to Press Pause... — this may redefine how we interact with devices.
Real estate for new saves, hardwood farming, or a little bit of everything.
PC Gamer reports: The best Palworld 1.0 base locations for early... — this signals what players want next.
Microsoft just released a long list of improvements for Windows 11 as part of its bigger patch Tuesdays, and that includes the ability to pause updates indefinitely, as reported earlier by Windows Central. This option rolled out to Windows Insiders earlier this year, allowing ...
Bottom line from The Verge: this reshapes the tech landscape.
A group of 26 recently laid off Meta workers accuse the giant of using AI software to target specific categories of employees.
The big picture: Lawsuit claims Meta used AI to unfairly target... — could change how developers build software.
OpenAI's first device is set to be a smart speaker that lets you talk with ChatGPT, according to a report from Bloomberg. The device apparently won't have a screen, but will use a camera and additional sensors to "understand" your environment. The report comes just days after ...
Why it matters: OpenAI may announce a ChatGPT smart speaker this... is one to watch for the industry.
Anya Taylor-Joy has stepped into the shoes of one Lucky, the main character of Apple TV and Hello Sunshine’s television adaptation of Marissa Stapley’s novel. The series follows the titular heroine as she navigates a world of crime, adrenaline and high-octane chases after her ...
Why it matters: ‘Lucky’ Release Schedule: When Do New Episodes Come... could reshape the box office conversation.
S26 Ultra owners have claimed on Reddit that they've noticed discoloration.
CNET reports: Some Galaxy S26 Ultra Phone Displays Are Reportedly... — this could change how developers build software.
The streaming giant has rolled out three major doc series about the ills of the business. But the numbers say that liners are unsinkably popular.
Why it matters: Is Netflix Trying to Sink the Cruise Industry? signals where Hollywood is headed.
One of the best options for affordable flagship phones could stop selling its wares in the west as soon as this week.
Mashable reports: OnePlus smartphones could leave U.S. and Europe this... — this may redefine how we interact with devices.
SonicWall warns that threat actors have been exploiting two SMA1000 vulnerabilities, tracked as CVE-2026-15409 and CVE-2026-15410, in zero-day attacks and urges customers to install the newly released security updates. [...]
The big picture: SonicWall warns of SMA1000 flaws exploited in zero-day... — highlights growing cyber threats.
Despite Monday’s antitrust lawsuit by the attorneys general of California, New York and 10 other states, Paramount lawyer Jeffrey Kessler says the Warner Bros. Discovery merger can still close on time. “The plan is still to close this quarter before the end of September,” the ...
Bottom line from Deadline: this reflects evolving audience tastes.
It has been well-established that the developmental roots of racial prejudices emerge in early childhood, but scientists have a less clear understanding of how various influences affect these attitudes.
Why it matters: Television and movie content linked with racial bias... opens new research frontiers.
Ocean tides push upstream along coastal rivers, in some cases reaching hundreds of kilometers (hundreds of miles) inland. These inland stretches are known as tidal rivers, and they're the scene of complex interactions between the river current and tidal oscillations. When rive...
The big picture: How tides and river water combine to amplify... — advances our understanding of the world.
According to Bloomberg, OpenAI’s anticipated entry into the hardware market is slated to begin with a portable, screenless smart speaker. Here are the details.
The big picture: OpenAI’s first device will be a portable speaker... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
IBM CEO Arvind Krishna told CNBC's Sara Eisen that some major deals were put on hold toward the end of the quarter as businesses rethink spending.
The big picture: Cybersecurity stocks rally on AI spending change comments... — may shift market dynamics.
The BBC's Barbara Plett Usher examines the latest tensions over the key international shipping channel.
The big picture: Watch: The clash between US and Iran for... — has global implications.
The lawsuit filed by current and former Meta employees underscores rising concerns about AI's impact on jobs and people with disabilities in the workforce.
CNBC reports: Current and former employees sue Meta, alleging discrimination... — this may shift market dynamics.
George Lucas has a bone to pick with Hollywood when it comes to focus groups and test screenings. The “Star Wars” creator, who walked away from the franchise in 2012 after selling Lucasfilm to Disney in a $4 billion deal, recently told A Rabbit’s Foot (via IGN) that Hollywood’...
Why it matters: George Lucas Says AI Makes Filmmaking ‘Easier’ and... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Zipline is growing its drone delivery business in the U.S., and has hired former Tesla, Uber Eats and Waymo executives to help it scale up in new markets.
CNBC reports: Zipline adds ex-Tesla, Uber, Waymo execs to make... — this signals changing business strategies.
The consumer price index in June was expected to increase 3.8% from a year ago.
CNBC reports: Consumer prices rose 3.5% annually in June, less... — this signals changing business strategies.
Little House on the Prairie is off to a modest start after arriving on Netflix over the weekend. The streamer’s new adaptation of Laura Ingalls Wilder’s book series debuted at No. 3 on the English TV list for the week of July 6 with 6.4 million views. For context, Little House...
Deadline reports: ‘Little House On The Prairie’ Adaptation Arrives With... — this signals where Hollywood is headed.
Capcom's action-RPG is changing up how it bundles content
Kotaku reports: Monster Hunter Wilds Getting Permanent Price Cut Ahead... — this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
The CEO blamed the shortfall on weakness in the software and infrastructure business because clients shifted money toward hardware purchases.
Bottom line from CNBC: this reflects a broader economic trend.
New research by lunar scientists from Brown University provides critical new insights into the thickness of the moon's regolith, the layer of loose dust and rock that drapes the entire lunar surface.
Phys.org reports: With an eye toward exploration, researchers map moon's... — this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
How do journalists act as watchdogs of science? New qualitative research led by University of Amsterdam media scholar Alice Fleerackers sheds light on the labor-intensive nature of watchdog science journalism, a form of critical journalism that scrutinizes science. It shows th...
Phys.org reports: Watchdog science journalism: Crucial yet precarious work, according... — this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
As we head into the halfway point of the 2026 MLB season, teams like the Tampa Bay Rays and Los Angeles Dodgers are at the top of the league with impressive play, strong pitching and out-of-the-park hitting. But now, it’s the time of the season for a little bit of rest, relaxa...
Bottom line from Variety: this reflects evolving audience tastes.
Can the merger still close on time? Could it actually be completely blocked? And what about Paramount's threat to pick up and leave California?
IndieWire reports: 8 Big Questions to Make Sense of the... — this could reshape the box office conversation.
"Nearby isolated white dwarfs are usually easy to find, but we couldn't see these four stars directly."
Bottom line from Space.com: this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
See how Vibe, Claude Code, Cursor, and Codex compare on cost, open weights, self-hosting, and async agent surfaces. The post Mistral Vibe for Code vs Claude Code vs Cursor vs Codex: Four Agents Scored on One Scaffold-to-PR Task appeared first on MarkTechPost.
The big picture: Mistral Vibe for Code vs Claude Code vs... — could accelerate the AI arms race.
“It was maybe the fourth time we ever stopped a show,” the band’s former bassist says. “I look over at James, like, ‘Dude!’”
Rolling Stone reports: Jason Newsted on the Time Metallica Had Darts... — this is making waves across platforms.
In the wake of the news that Sony will end PlayStation disc production by 2028, a lot of folks are expressing their disgust at the idea of a digital-only game library. But players aren't the only ones sharing their frustration--today, GOG.com joined the conversation with a sho...
Bottom line from GameSpot: this signals what players want next.
Lily Allen’s “West End Girl” tour was one of the year’s most acclaimed pop outings when it played U.S. theaters earlier this year, but there was some question about whether the intimate and highly theatrical one-woman show would translate to huge venues, when the British singe...
Bottom line from Variety: this reflects evolving audience tastes.
A federal judge rejected prosecutors’ “obvious” strategy to delay the Chicago rapper’s trial and bolster the case with new charges.
Bottom line from Billboard: this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
RuneScape is having a bit of a home improvement moment, quite literally. An update went live yesterday that focused completely on player-owned housing, revamping how you both use and construct it, bringing it honestly quite close to The Sims in how it handles house building, a...
Why it matters: RuneScape revamps its housing customisation with a snazzy... is generating hype in the community.
Paramount CEO David Ellison and his family have deep ties to the Volunteer State and the mogul is now in a legal battle with California.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this reflects evolving audience tastes.
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Why it matters: Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen's new region and... may set a new standard for the genre.
Tony Gilroy’s musical drama about the world of Hollywood film scoring also stars Olivia Wilde, Eva Victor, and Will Arnett
Why it matters: Pedro Pascal Is a Tortured Cellist in the... could define this era of music.
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