Volcano Princess has finally received a Nintendo Switch release date, almost 3 years after it was originally announced to be coming to the platform. We’ll be seeing this title finally make it to the eShop on July 30, 2026. Volcano Princess is an RPG-parenting sim in which deci...
The big picture: Volcano Princess coming to Nintendo Switch later this... — signals what players want next.
The singer-songwriter formally released the acoustic version of her Lost Weekend single
Why it matters: Phoebe Bridgers Returns to ‘Fallon,’ This Time for... reflects the changing sound of the industry.
Hal Williams, the TV veteran who appeared in American sitcom staples like “227” and “Sanford and Son,” had died, according to his manager. He was 91. “227” ran from 1985 to 1990, and followed a group of middle-aged tenants living together in an apartment building. Williams sta...
Why it matters: Hal Williams, ‘227’ Star and ‘Sanford and Son’... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
A growing Cyclospora outbreak has sickened more than 400 people in four states, and investigators are still searching for the contaminated food responsible. The CDC warns the actual number of cases is likely much higher and urges anyone with symptoms to seek medical care.
Bottom line from ScienceDaily: this advances our understanding of the world.
Flyhigh Works has just announced that they’ll be bringing over Neko Odyssey to Nintendo Switch. The game is set to release later this month on July 30, 2026. Neko Odyssey is a casual adventure game revolving around the photographing of various cats. The title originally launch...
The big picture: Cat photography game Neko Odyssey coming to Nintendo... — reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
A new review highlights exciting progress in atomically thin quantum materials where light and magnetism work together in ways never before possible. In these materials, light-generated excitons can interact directly with magnetic behavior, creating opportunities to control ma...
ScienceDaily reports: Quantum breakthrough links light and magnetism in atomically... — this opens new research frontiers.
US President Donald Trump says he is yet to decide whether or not he will "finish off" Iran.
Why it matters: US launches fresh strikes on Iran as Trump... demands attention beyond borders.
Syntetica, a French startup that has developed a novel approach to recycling nylon, has already obtained big-name partners and investors.
Why it matters: Lululemon backs nylon recycling startup Syntetica in $30M... signals a shift in how we use technology.
Applied Computing has raised a $20M Series A to build a foundation AI model for the oil, gas and petrochemical industry.
TechCrunch reports: Applied Computing wants to give oil and gas... — this reshapes the tech landscape.
Veteran actor Hal Williams, who is probably best known for playing Officer “Smitty” Smith on Sanford and Son, died this morning at his home in Rancho Mirage, according to his representative. He was 91. As Smitty, Williams was one half of a crimefighting duo who appeared on 22 ...
The big picture: Hal Williams Dies: Beloved ‘Sanford And Son’ Actor... — signals where Hollywood is headed.
Walmart’s Onn 4K Pro box with Google TV has proven rather elusive, but a relatively big restock has just landed for the $59 streamer.
9to5Google reports: Walmart just restocked the Onn 4K Pro Google... — this may redefine how we interact with devices.
Fireshine Games and Undercodes put out a launch trailer for Denshattack with the release happening today. The off-the-rails extreme action-adventure platformer is now available on Nintendo Switch 2. All you need to know about the title can be found in the following overview: D...
Why it matters: Denshattack launch trailer – off-the-rails extreme action-adventure platformer... reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
When I tell people that I am a proud Boarisch-Schwob—Bavarian-Swabian—Indigenous person, I am often met with disbelief. I am white. I am European. I come from Bavaria, one of Europe's wealthiest regions. For some people, those facts settle the question before I have explained ...
Why it matters: Understanding Bavaria's Indigeneity could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope has revealed new details about the blistering lava planet 55 Cancri e, where temperatures are high enough to melt rock. The data indicate the planet likely has a hydrogen-rich atmosphere shaped by gases escaping from its molten interior, with ...
The big picture: NASA's James Webb Space Telescope reveals a strange... — challenges existing scientific assumptions.
The technological rivalry between China and the U.S. has intensified, as they race for AI dominance.
Why it matters: Alibaba and Baidu shares jump in Hong Kong... hints at where the money is moving.
When the Marshall Fire tore through suburban Colorado in late 2021, residents had only hours to decide where to go. Some fled to nearby towns. Others stayed farther away for weeks or months. Now, a recent study published in Humanities and Social Sciences Communications suggest...
Why it matters: When disaster strikes, people often flee to places... advances our understanding of the world.
Hegseth says he is authorising hormone screening to ensure US troops "operate at your absolute best".
Why it matters: US military to start screening for testosterone deficiency,... demands attention beyond borders.
The singer said the secondary LP was "compiled by as many people as I could find to help me gather my thoughts about how much was changing"
Bottom line from Rolling Stone: this is making waves across platforms.
Despite their depiction as massive monsters that simply suck in everything, including light, astronomers know black holes actually spin. And they spin really, really quickly. Determining just how quickly is key to understanding how they affect their immediate vicinity and the ...
The big picture: To measure a black hole's ultimate spin, we... — opens new research frontiers.
At times, "Motor City" is like a silent movie directed by Scorsese. It draws us in because it’s got a glittering underworld-opera surface, but also because the audience needs to use its noodle a bit to participate in the film’s telling.
Bottom line from Variety: this signals where Hollywood is headed.
The 25 basis point hike by the Bank of Korea was in line with a survey of economists polled by Reuters.
CNBC reports: Bank of Korea raises rates to 2.75% in... — this could affect investors and consumers alike.
May 14: Publisher Nicalis has announced their title Ira for Nintendo Switch 2. The title is planned for a digital launch sometime this summer. Ira is an action roguelike shoot ’em up with procedurally generated levels. You’ll be playing as a young girl searching through a city...
The big picture: Roguelike shoot ’em up Ira announced for Nintendo... — reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
The New York Times' latest game, Pips, brings domino fun to your desktop. How to play Pips as well as hints in case you get stuck.
The big picture: NYT Pips hints, answers for July 16, 2026 — signals a shift in how we use technology.
Here's the answer for "Wordle" #1853 on July 16 as well as a few hints, tips, and clues to help you solve it yourself.
The big picture: Wordle today: Answer, hints for July 16, 2026 — could change how developers build software.
Square Enix is keeping the hype going for Final Fantasy Resonance with another look at the game. A second trailer just dropped showing more of the HD-2D RPG. Those that missed the original announcement can check out the following details: Return to the pixel‑art world of Final...
Nintendo Everything reports: Final Fantasy Resonance reveals new trailer — this signals what players want next.
Asian semiconductor stocks tumbled on Thursday as a selloff in U.S. chipmakers spilled into the region.
The big picture: SK Hynix shares plunge 11% as Asia sees... — signals changing business strategies.
The case marks one of the most prominent U.S. prosecutions alleging Chinese intelligence targeting of U.S. institutions, as Trump intensifies its pursuit of foreign economic espionage.
CNBC reports: Ex-Fed advisor gets over three years in prison... — this reflects a broader economic trend.
Researchers from Trinity's School of Engineering have successfully demonstrated the geopolymer, showcasing its potential as a scalable option for circular construction.
Bottom line from Phys.org: this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
On July 14, 2026, "Gus," one of the most complete specimens of Tyrannosaurus rex, went to an as-yet-unidentified buyer for $50.1 million. This auction at Sotheby's set a record for the most valuable fossil ever sold. Another dinosaur has entered the luxury collectibles market,...
Why it matters: What science loses when T. rex becomes a... could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
As part of the antitrust settlement between Google and Epic Games, third-party app developers will have access to the Google Play Store beginning next week.
The big picture: Google Play Opens the Door to Third-Party App... — signals a shift in how we use technology.
A major update for Mario Tennis Fever has just come out with version 1.1.0. Nintendo Switch 2 owners can access it now. New content is included such as the Galaxy Court and Black Hole Racket. Tons of balance adjustments are also here. The full rundown is as follows: Mario Tenn...
Bottom line from Nintendo Everything: this could shake up the gaming landscape.
Yet another Square Enix game has just appeared out of nowhere with a Nintendo Switch 2 version – this time it’s Star Ocean: The Second Story R. It is available now on the Nintendo eShop. Star Ocean: The Second Story R previously appeared on Nintendo Switch. The store descripti...
Bottom line from Nintendo Everything: this could shake up the gaming landscape.
An existing constipation drug may have an unexpected new use: helping clear the "brain fog" that often lingers after depression. In a small clinical trial, people with a history of depression who took the medication prucalopride for about a week performed better on tests of me...
ScienceDaily reports: Common constipation drug may help clear depression brain... — this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
The star told Daiky Gamboa she was “moving” her tour to join the hit dating show: “It would take my career to the next level.”
The big picture: Karol G Hilariously Pranks Best Friend by Claiming... — could define this era of music.
Fabrics are made by repeatedly intertwining yarns into characteristic patterns. Many of their properties, such as stretchiness, arise not only from the material itself but also from how the yarns are arranged and entangled. Such properties illustrate how topology—the underlyin...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
Michael Strassner and Joey Bicicchi have also been cast in writer-director Casey Twenter's feature that co-stars William H. Macy.
The big picture: Lamorne Morris, Abby Elliott Join Heidi Gardner in... — could reshape the box office conversation.
There are currently 838 wildfires actively burning across the country, according to the Canadian Interagency Forest Fire Centre.
Why it matters: Orange haze from Canada wildfires seen in Ontario... affects international relations.
Temperatures are set to fall by several degrees in some areas, including parts of Scotland, Northern Ireland and northern England.
Bottom line from BBC Science: this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
UPDATE with Paramount statement: Paramount is pushing back on a recently filed shareholder lawsuit, saying it “recycles allegations that have already been reported and already addressed.” “As we’ve said consistently: no commitments from either David or Larry Ellison have been ...
Bottom line from Deadline: this could reshape the box office conversation.
The disgraced R&B singer was convicted of racketeering and sex trafficking
Rolling Stone reports: R. Kelly Asks Trump to Commute 30-Year Prison... — this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
If Quentin Tarantino remains committed to retiring from filmmaking after his 10th feature film, then whatever movie the Oscar winner decides to make next will be his swan song from the big screen. Christopher Nolan is disappointed. “I think it’s dangerous to look at it that sp...
Why it matters: Quentin Tarantino Plans to Retire After His Next... is generating industry buzz.
By keeping the number of investments to about 25 per fund, Greylock aims to remain what it calls "the most important partner" to its founders.
Bottom line from TechCrunch: this signals a shift in how we use technology.
One of the most intractable, contentious and niche issues in U.S. politics has come back into the spotlight. This week, the U.S. House of Representatives voted to make daylight saving time permanent in the United States.
Why it matters: Trump wants to make daylight saving time permanent—but... challenges existing scientific assumptions.
While it was overshadowed by the iOS 27 public beta, Apple also released a new public beta firmware for AirPods this week. The update brings a long-requested feature to supported AirPods models: custom EQ.
9to5Mac reports: AirPods just got a long-requested feature in new... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
The next leg of the band's residency kicks off with shows in July and August. Here's where you can still find tickets
Why it matters: Backstreet Boys’ Las Vegas Sphere Residency: How to... shows where the music business is headed.
Studio head Jo Burba is among the layoffs
Kotaku reports: Elder Scrolls Online Studio Leadership Revealed To Be... — this may set a new standard for the genre.
The Iranian Palme d'Or winner also edited writer-director Nader Saeivar's film, which premiered at Karlovy Vary and features a striking cameo from Nastassja Kinski.
Hollywood Reporter reports: ‘Hijamat’ Review: A Gay Muslim and His Family... — this could reshape the box office conversation.
Latest leaked images suggest Samsung is sticking with a familiar look, but the biggest changes could be hiding inside.
The big picture: Rumored Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 Might Fix Samsung's... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
Burglars target empty homes, and insurers deny frozen-pipe claims. Here's the tech that solves these issues and others before you leave.
ZDNet reports: I never leave for vacation without doing these... — this reshapes the tech landscape.
BlazBlue Entropy Effect X is making the jump to Nintendo Switch 2, Astrolabe Games and 91Act announced today. This version is planned for AUgust 13, 2026. On Nintendo Switch 2, BlazBlue Entropy Effect X will feature enhanced visuals, an improved frame rate, GameShare support, ...
Bottom line from Nintendo Everything: this could shake up the gaming landscape.
A lot of Resident Evil, Mortal Kombat, and Star Wars games are on sale for less than $20
Kotaku reports: PlayStation’s Summer Sale Includes A Ton Of PS5... — this may set a new standard for the genre.
Skullcandy announced a new version of its Crusher wireless headphones today featuring a few of Bose's audio technologies including its QuietControl ANC and head-tracking spatial audio. The Crusher headphone line differentiates itself from the competition through the use of bot...
The Verge reports: Skullcandy’s bass-boosting Crusher headphones now come with Bose’s... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
Skullcandy’s audio products aren’t exactly known for their stellar audio quality or noise cancellation, but its latest headphones are getting an assist from Bose to turn things around.
Why it matters: Can Bose Help Skullcandy Shake Its Bargain-Bin Reputation? is one to watch for the industry.
Skullcandy's new flagship Crusher 1080 headphones blend Bose audio and big bass.
Engadget reports: Skullcandy Crusher 1080 review: Haptic bass meets whisper-quiet... — this is one to watch for the industry.
Microsoft is looking to sell its in-house AI models as more efficient and cost-effective than its competitors' models.
Bottom line from TechCrunch: this signals a shift in how we use technology.
James Patten is the person to be sentenced for a scheme that sent the market capitalization of a company that owned just a small New Jersey deli soaring.
CNBC reports: $100M New Jersey deli fraud defendant Patten wants... — this may shift market dynamics.
Now available in "Woodsboro Bloodbath" red. Celebrate Scream’s 30th Anniversary with Marco Beltrami’s Original Score on Vinyl Liz Shannon Miller
Bottom line from Consequence of Sound: this could define this era of music.
The final major championship of the 2026 golf season is here as the world’s best players head to Royal Birkdale in Southport, England, for the 154th playing of The Open Championship. Golf’s oldest major returns to one of its most historic venues, where players will compete for...
Bottom line from Variety: this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
The State of California et al v. Paramount Skydance Corporation et al has been reassigned to Judge Araceli Martinez-Olguin, and it appears that an initial hearing to consider a temporary restraining order on the Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery merger is still set for this Fri...
Deadline reports: Paramount Gets New Judge In State AGs Antitrust... — this could reshape the box office conversation.
Thinking Machines Lab released Inkling on July 15, 2026, its first model trained from scratch. The full weights ship under Apache 2.0. It is a 975B-parameter Mixture-of-Experts transformer with 41B active parameters, a 1M-token context window, and native text, image, and audio...
Bottom line from MarkTechPost: this raises questions about AI's role.
Cue the “Victory March” theme from Star Wars. Earlier today, George Lucas, Jodie Foster, Sigourney Weaver, Illumination founder and CEO Chris Meledandri and French filmmaker Claude Lelouch (A Man and a Woman) were awarded the Legion of Honor at the Élysée Palace in Paris by Pr...
Why it matters: George Lucas, Jodie Foster, Sigourney Weaver, Chris Meledandri... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
As homelessness increases around the world, more unhoused people are turning to parks and other urban green spaces to seek shelter. However, these places are also home to animals that live in and around urban areas.
Bottom line from Phys.org: this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
The British Open returns Thursday, July 16. We've rounded up the best hacks to stream every round live without paying for cable
Why it matters: Where to Watch The Open Championship 2026 Online... shows where the music business is headed.
A former Canadian government nuclear bomb shelter in rural Nova Scotia may soon be home to the country’s first large-scale luxury survival shelter.
Bottom line from BBC World: this could reshape the global order.
The Batman Part II has been delayed until 2028, but Matt Reeves on Wednesday shared a teaser of the upcoming film. In a post on social media, the director shared a video of Robert Pattinson suited up as the Caped Crusader. The short clip features dramatic music with Batman’s b...
Bottom line from Deadline: this could reshape the box office conversation.
A son of ‘Guiding Light’ star Ed Bryce, he also played the husband of Nancy McKeon on ‘The Facts of Life’ and Faith Ford on ‘Murphy Brown.’
Why it matters: Scott Bryce, Actor on ‘As the World Turns’... signals where Hollywood is headed.
The final sticking point in the long-running Google vs Epic Games lawsuit is coming to an end, as Google is opening the door to third-party app stores on Android starting on July 22.
The big picture: Google is opening the floodgates to third-party app... — could change how developers build software.
id Software's seminal 1993 shooter takes its place alongside The Federalist Papers, Moby Dick, Robert Johnson's deal with the devil, and Lemonade.
PC Gamer reports: The Washington Post selects Doom as one of... — this is generating hype in the community.
There's nothing like watching sports on the best big screen TVs that let you keep up on the action in stunning, stutter-free 4K Ultra HD picture quality.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this is generating industry buzz.
Roughly 100 fires are raging out of control in Ontario, sending smoke streaming 1,000 miles to the south and east.
The big picture: Smoke From Canada's Wildfires Turns Skies Sickly Orange... — could change how developers build software.
I played it for two hours and 53 minutes, same as the running time of Christopher Nolan's new film. Here's how it went.
Why it matters: If The Odyssey film is anything like The... may set a new standard for the genre.
Cesar Conde, chairman of NBCUniversal News Group, says soccer has indisputably reached “critical mass” in the United States. One sign, he said, is how many non-Spanish speakers have “woken up” to NBCU’s coverage on Telemundo and Peacock. Speaking at Telemundo’s Playmakers even...
Why it matters: Telemundo World Cup Viewing By Non-Spanish Speakers Proves... could reshape the box office conversation.
Scientists describe "amazing feeling" to look into the face of an animal that so few people knew existed.
The big picture: New monkey species with orange lips found 'hiding'... — advances our understanding of the world.
A large section of the giant Morandi motorway bridge crumbled and collapsed on to the railway tracks below.
Why it matters: Families of 43 victims await verdict in Genoa... reflects broader geopolitical shifts.
There's no need to lose your streak - here's the 'Wordle' answer for today The post Today’s Wordle answer and hints for #1853 on July 16 appeared first on NME.
Why it matters: Today’s Wordle answer and hints for #1853 on... shows where the music business is headed.
The chief executive of Wild reveals what happens behind the scenes of social media posts.
The big picture: Celebrity influencers paid up to £1m to advertise... — may shift market dynamics.
Here are hints, groups and answers for 'Connections' #1131 The post ‘Connections’ answers and hints for today, July 16 appeared first on NME.
NME reports: ‘Connections’ answers and hints for today, July 16 — this could define this era of music.
Where in the world? The post Globle answer today – here’s the answer and hints for July 16 appeared first on NME.
Why it matters: Globle answer today – here’s the answer and... could define this era of music.
Hotels have long encouraged guests to reuse towels, limit linen changes and conserve energy. Yet tourism remains a significant source of carbon emissions, and voluntary sustainability programs often struggle to achieve lasting behavior change. New research suggests a different...
Why it matters: Study finds carbon-based pricing encourages greener tourist intentions adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
The British VJ helped boost indie and alt rock on the video network from 1989 to 1992.
Billboard reports: Dave Kendall, Former Creator/Host of MTV’s Alternative Music... — this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
CNBC's Jim Cramer said he’s looking for companies to start showing measurable financial returns from their AI investments.
CNBC reports: Jim Cramer says he needs 'cold hard' proof... — this hints at where the money is moving.
Cameras for The Valley have picked up following recent events unfolding in the friend group, Deadline has learned. Sources close to production tell us that filming for The Valley Season 3 has resumed to capture Brittany Cartwright’s reaction to her estranged husband, Jax Taylo...
Deadline reports: Bravo’s ‘The Valley’ Season 3 Resumes Filming After... — this signals where Hollywood is headed.
Argentina face the prospect of disciplinary action from Fifa after their players celebrate the World Cup semi-final win against England with a banner in support of their country's claims to the Falkland Islands.
Bottom line from BBC World: this has global implications.
Kevin Warsh said Wednesday that he speaks with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent frequently outside their regular weekly meetings.
Why it matters: Fed Chairman Warsh says he meets 'often' with... could affect investors and consumers alike.
With storage and memory prices still at an all-time high, we’re happy to tell you about a solid deal on a good laptop when we find one, rare as they are. Best Buy is selling the HP OmniBook X Flip 2 in 1 for $999.99 (usually $1,649.99) with an Intel Core 7 Ultra CPU, 16GB […]
The Verge reports: HP’s OLED-equipped 2-in-1 laptop is a solid back-to-school... — this reshapes the tech landscape.
You'll no longer be able to finance unlocked iPhones from these carriers until they complete important steps.
The big picture: Apple Closes Loophole Letting Buyers Pick Unlocked iPhones... — reshapes the tech landscape.
EXCLUSIVE: Jimmy Tatro will officially bring to life DC’s Gorilla Grodd in the upcoming Superman spinoff series from HBO Max centering on Jimmy Olsen, sources tell Deadline. While the casting will add to the buzz around the project, HBO has yet to officially greenlight the ser...
Bottom line from Deadline: this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Cleaning up pollution around the world could bring significantly more rainfall to India's monsoon than regional action alone, research from the University of Reading shows and highlights the value of international cooperation on air quality.
Bottom line from Phys.org: this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
An AppleCare Plus subscription for a Mac or iPad will cost more soon, with prices going up by $0.50 per month or $5 per year for new sign-ups while remaining the same for existing subscribers, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. Gurman says that under the new AppleCare Plus ...
Bottom line from The Verge: this reshapes the tech landscape.
Dean's two-night arena stand reflects just how fast the British singer has gone from promising rising act to bona fide superstar.
The big picture: Olivia Dean Brings Old-School Star Power to Los... — is generating industry buzz.
Union wants to halt a "perpetual cycle" of layoffs, get back to contract bargaining.
Why it matters: Hundreds rally at Bethesda HQ to protest Xbox... could change how developers build software.
Order these official team kits online and have them delivered or ready for pickup before Sunday's World Cup final match.
The big picture: Extra Time: These Spain and Argentina World Cup... — shows where the music business is headed.
The Shel Talmy Recordings gathers material the late singer, then going by Davie Jones, made with the titular producer in 1965
Bottom line from Pitchfork: this could define this era of music.
Thanks to Spry Fox, we have the launch trailer for Cozy Grove: Camp Spirit. The sequel to the original Cozy Grove came to both Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch today. Tons of details can be found in the following overview: Help cute, ghostly bears find peace in this relaxing seque...
Bottom line from Nintendo Everything: this is generating hype in the community.
Officials in Santa Clara County began knocking on doors on Monday to collect potentially infested plants sold at some Costco stores.
Bottom line from NY Times Science: this opens new research frontiers.
Amrit Kaur Purba and colleagues argue that social media restrictions operate within a wider system of adolescents, families, schools, governments and commercial actors—and therefore should be treated as complex systems interventions rather than isolated behavioral policies.
Why it matters: Adolescent social media restrictions may reduce some harms... challenges existing scientific assumptions.
SPOILER ALERT: This story contains spoilers for “Queens,” the Season 1 finale of “Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed,” now streaming on Apple TV. At the moment we think that Paula Saunders has finally gotten her life together, things get sent reeling once more. Over the course of the...
Variety reports: ‘Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed’ Creator on the Finale’s Cliffhanger,... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
The RESALE Act would cap resale prices, ban speculative ticketing, require ticket resellers to acquire licenses and more.
Why it matters: D.C. Cracks Down on Ticket Resellers: Council Passes... reflects the changing sound of the industry.
The last major carrier to turn off its 2G connectivity is offering free 5G-capable phones to customers still holding onto their old handsets.
Why it matters: T-Mobile Is Finally Retiring Its 2G Network and... may redefine how we interact with devices.
The billionaire investor's firm has stopped giving donations to the Microsoft co-founder's charity.
BBC Business reports: Buffett calls Bill Gates relationship with Epstein 'distasteful' — this reflects a broader economic trend.
As the Colombian star plots her Viajando Por El Mundo tour, fans are wondering if she's gearing up for a new musical chapter
Rolling Stone reports: Is Karol G Hinting at a Brand New... — this shows where the music business is headed.
Peak star formation took place during cosmic noon, between 2–3 billion years after the Big Bang. The star formation rate (SFR) back then was up to 100 times greater than it is today. For the SFR to be so high, gas had to move through galaxies efficiently.
Why it matters: Spiral arms and bars are galactic fuel pumps... adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
Valve has been incredibly friendly to customers who need repairs - which is why it was so surprising to hear that Valve was already discontinuing the battery for the Steam Deck LCD handheld. It would have meant you could no longer just buy a battery from iFixit and install it ...
Why it matters: Valve says iFixit will keep selling Steam Deck... could change how developers build software.
'You get this anxiety anytime you post anything,' said one dev who claims people used AI tools to quickly copy her in-development game
Why it matters: AI Is Already Generating A Flood Of Indie... reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
The seven-time F1 World Champion teamed up with Lululemon for a series called "Rest Day With Lewis Hamilton," stepping outside his comfort zone by learning new disciplines from elite athletes
Why it matters: How Lewis Hamilton Unwinds? By Hitting the Links,... could define this era of music.
Authorities in Indian-administered Kashmir have asked educational institutions to review every book on their premises.
BBC World reports: Crackdown on 'objectionable' books in Indian-administered Kashmir sparks... — this affects international relations.
As part of congressionally mandated Capitol Hill appearances for the central bank leader, Warsh spoke Tuesday to the House financial services committee.
Why it matters: Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh's testimony to Senate banking... may shift market dynamics.
Just as this country celebrated its 250th birthday, some geneticists were celebrating America, too. At the end of June, the National Institutes of Health announced its "All of Us" Research Program had become the world's largest database of integrated health and genomic informa...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
The upcoming Netflix drama “The Roman” has added five new cast members, Variety has learned. The show, which is set in the world of Las Vegas casinos, has cast Vincent D’Onofrio (“Daredevil: Born Again,” “The Beauty”) and Kate Mara (“A Teacher,” “Imperfect Women”) in series re...
The big picture: Vincent D’Onofrio, Kate Mara, Clancy Brown Among Five... — could reshape the box office conversation.
Vincent D’Onofrio (Daredevil: Born Again), Kate Mara (A Teacher), Clancy Brown (I Will Find You), Thomas Sadoski (The Newsroom) and Jason Schwartzman (Mountainhead) have signed on for roles in The Roman, Netflix’s Vegas drama series exec produced by and starring Oscar Isaac. T...
The big picture: Netflix’s Vegas Drama ‘The Roman’ Casts Vincent D’Onofrio,... — is generating industry buzz.
NASA is busy preparing for Artemis III, the next crewed mission of its moon program launching on the massive SLS rocket next year. Hardware is coming together and agency personnel have begun launch scenario sims inside mission control.
The big picture: 'Full steam ahead': NASA ramps up prep for... — advances our understanding of the world.
The Dutch Police announced the arrest of multiple individuals suspected of being part of an international investment fraud scheme estimated to have tens of thousands of victims. [...]
BleepingComputer reports: Dutch police bust investment fraud ring stealing over... — this is a wake-up call for digital security.
Vinyl may still dominate the conversation, but CDs are making the biggest gains. CD Sales Growth Outpaced Vinyl in the First Half of 2026 Alex Krinsky
Consequence of Sound reports: CD Sales Growth Outpaced Vinyl in the First... — this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
The latest edition of the Fed's Beige Book indicated that the soccer tournament wasn't necessarily translating to broader economic growth.
The big picture: World Cup gave bars and restaurants a needed... — signals changing business strategies.
The superstar says a judge overlooked a fatal flaw in the massive lawsuit before he allowed it to move ahead toward a jury trial.
Billboard reports: Bad Bunny Moves to Overturn Ruling in Reggaeton... — this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
The end of the FIFA Men’s World Cup is nigh. Here’s how to watch the final games and the first ever World Cup halftime show.
Wired reports: How To Watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup... — this reshapes the tech landscape.
Kevin Sussman’s kind-hearted Stuart was a perfect supporting character on The Big Bang Theory. Introduced in Season 2, he quickly became a fan favorite and stayed on throughout the CBS sitcom’s run, initially as a recurring before becoming a series regular for Seasons 8-12 as ...
Why it matters: ‘Stuart Fails To Save The Universe’ Stars Kevin... is generating industry buzz.
Descendants: Wicked Wonderland cast members Brandy, Rita Ora and Leonardo Nam discuss how their characters have evolved in this fifth installment to the Descendants film franchise, how being parents has influenced how they see their characters and predict the film’s viral mome...
Billboard reports: Brandy, Rita Ora & Leonardo Nam Talk About... — this taps into a cultural moment.
Magic: The Gathering's new set, Marvel Super Heroes, has around 600 cards. Here's how they chose which heroes made the cut.
Bottom line from CNET: this could change how developers build software.
Atlantic tarpon are famous for their long-distance migrations, traveling hundreds or even thousands of miles (hundreds to thousands of kilometers) along the Gulf and Atlantic coasts. But where they feed along those journeys has remained largely unknown until now.
Phys.org reports: Hidden feeding grounds that fuel one of the... — this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
Tom Holland and SPIDER-MAN: BRAND NEW DAY spin a web across the cover of Den of Geek’s 10th printed issue coming to San Diego Comic-Con, which includes a deep dive inside look at the superhero epic with the Web-Head himself, plus exclusive interviews with Zendaya, Jon Bernthal...
The big picture: Den of Geek Swings into SDCC with Spider-Man:... — signals changes in media consumption.
The Elon Musk-owned xAI is suing a South Carolina man who allegedly used the company's Grok AI chatbot to generate child sexual abuse material (CSAM). In a lawsuit reported earlier by Reuters, xAI claims Terry Wayne Harwood "knowingly and intentionally used Grok to circumvent ...
Bottom line from The Verge: this reshapes the tech landscape.
The Federal Communications Commission will vote next month on whether a single company can own broadcast stations that reach more than 39 percent of US TV households. In a Breitbart op-ed on Wednesday, Republican Chair Brendan Carr announced an August 6th vote to end the natio...
Bottom line from The Verge: this is one to watch for the industry.
Following the last release two weeks ago, Android 17 QPR1 Beta 7 is rolling out today for Pixel devices.
9to5Google reports: Android 17 QPR1 Beta 7 rolling out for... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
Disinformation researchers praise ruling blocking Trump visa denials and deportations.
The big picture: Judge: Trump can’t deport researchers just for working... — signals a shift in how we use technology.
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