Japanese AI-linked stocks tumbled as a fresh rout in U.S. semiconductor shares spread across Asia after Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing's outlook failed to reassure investors.
The big picture: SoftBank sinks 8% as Asia chip stocks track... — reflects a broader economic trend.
Oil prices rose Friday as investors weighed escalating threats between the United States and Iran.
Why it matters: Oil rises as Iran threatens retaliation if Trump... reflects a broader economic trend.
Donald Trump lashed out at ABC and NBC, the two networks that chose not to carry his speech live on their broadcast platforms, as he delivered a 25-minute long speech full of claims that included China obtaining voter registration data and the “deep state” withholding that int...
Bottom line from Deadline: this is generating industry buzz.
The eight-episode drama from creator Chloe Stearns — set amid the glamour of a luxury ski town — stars Rufus Sewell, Frances O'Connor, Alycia Debnam-Carey and Te Kohe Tuhaka.
Why it matters: Netflix Unveils ‘Queenstown,’ Its First New Zealand Series could reshape the box office conversation.
Attribution science is advancing quickly, researchers said. That could support lawsuits seeking damages for severe events worsened by global warming.
Why it matters: National Academies Report Backs Climate Change Attribution Science could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
A new United Nations report co-authored by researchers at the University of Portsmouth provides governments with a practical roadmap for building sustainable blue economies, as pollution, climate change and biodiversity loss place growing pressure on the marine and freshwater ...
Phys.org reports: UN report offers roadmap for sustainable blue economies — this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
The 1975 frontman is due to be married to model and musician Gabbriette The post Watch Matty Healy sing with The 1975 tribute band on his Malibu stag do appeared first on NME.
Why it matters: Watch Matty Healy sing with The 1975 tribute... shows where the music business is headed.
The famed photographer is suing the media outlet for up to $150,000 per "unauthorized" use
The big picture: Annie Leibovitz Sues Observer Over Justin and Hailey... — shows where the music business is headed.
"Without free and fair elections, you don't have a country," Trump said this week when asked to preview the speech.
Why it matters: Trump is set to deliver an election-focused national... hints at where the money is moving.
Kalshi retained most of the profits, which were more than $90,000, from the trades made on public statements by President Trump.
The big picture: Trump suspends teleprompter operator over Kalshi bets allegations,... — signals changing business strategies.
“K3 stands as Moonshot AI's most powerful open-source coding model to date,” Moonshot AI wrote in a press release.
Why it matters: Moonshot’s Kimi K3 pushes Chinese AI into Fable-level... may shift market dynamics.
The streaming platform said that certain scene in some titles wouldn't have been possible without GenAI. Netflix Used Generative AI in Almost 300 Titles Travis Bland
The big picture: Netflix Used Generative AI in Almost 300 Titles — reflects the changing sound of the industry.
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.
Thousands of the world's languages remain largely invisible to modern translation technology, but researchers and students at Brigham Young University are working to change that. Through a project called Pathsay, students in the BYU MATRIX lab are partnering with international...
Phys.org reports: PathSay Project uses AI to cross language barriers — this advances our understanding of the world.
War and Treaty, John Mellencamp, and Mavis Staples were also among the growing list of artists either cancelling or postponing shows as the air quality hits dangerous levels
Rolling Stone reports: Wildfire Smoke Forces the Black Keys, Creed, and... — this is making waves across platforms.
Salad greens could be a source of the growing cyclospora outbreak, but officials haven't identified a specific product, grower or supplier.
CNET reports: A Diarrhea-Causing Parasite Is Spreading. Should You Stop... — this reshapes the tech landscape.
Data center-related policy proposals, protests and litigation are underway across the country citing Colossus and Memphis as a cautionary tale.
Bottom line from CNBC: this may shift market dynamics.
The streaming company touted the efficiencies of AI in its Q2 earnings, while stressing that movies will still be 'made by people who make movies.'
Bottom line from Fortune: this could affect investors and consumers alike.
The defense secretary’s idea of administering testosterone therapy to members of the US Armed Forces reveals little understanding of the complexity of hormones.
Why it matters: Pete Hegseth’s Plan for ‘High T’ Troops Is... could change how developers build software.
Austria suggests that water plays a much more complex and profound role in older women's lives than previously recognized.
The big picture: For older women, water offers more than just... — could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
Elon Musk said it would make another attempt "hopefully in a few days." SpaceX completed the maiden test flight of its Starship V3 rocket in May.
Bottom line from CNBC: this hints at where the money is moving.
A handful of Paramount+ subscribers failed to win an order blocking the merger with Warner Bros. Discovery on Thursday, but a coalition of states will give it another try on Friday. The plaintiffs sued in April, alleging that they had faced price hikes and risked losing viewin...
The big picture: Paramount+ Subscribers Fail to Block Warner Bros. Merger... — reflects evolving audience tastes.
Variety Awards Circuit section is the home for all awards news and related content throughout the year, featuring the following: the official predictions for the upcoming Oscars, Emmys, Grammys and Tony Awards ceremonies, curated by Variety chief awards editor Clayton Davis. T...
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When University of Rhode Island researchers slipped beneath the surface of the Moosup River recently, they did not expect to find a living freshwater mussel community. The discovery marked the first documented record of freshwater mussels in the river in more than three decade...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this opens new research frontiers.
Flock is setting up surveillance cams and drones in cities nationwide. Citizens are fighting back. Here's everything you should know.
Bottom line from CNET: this could change how developers build software.
The 33 engines of the rocket’s booster stage had begun to ignite during Thursday’s launch attempt, but were then shut down. SpaceX will try again on another day.
The big picture: Will SpaceX’s 13th Test Flight of Starship Be... — advances our understanding of the world.
In Thursday's earnings call, the streamer's Co-CEOs addressed a litany of reports and rumors that have emerged over the last few weeks.
Bottom line from IndieWire: this could reshape the box office conversation.
WIRED "published the Article with knowledge of its falsity or with reckless disregard for the truth,” the New York arena said in a complaint. Madison Square Garden Sues WIRED for Defamation After Article About Tracking Gay Celebrities Travis Bland
Why it matters: Madison Square Garden Sues WIRED for Defamation After... is making waves across platforms.
Darth Vader teamed up with Tom Brady and Roger Goodell to kick off the launch at Fanatics Fest Thursday.
Why it matters: Disney’s Next Big Product Line Sees Its Star... is generating industry buzz.
ESPN chairman Jimmy Pitaro confirmed the Disney division will bid on World Cup rights for the 2030 tournament. “We had the World Cup for two decades and it was a big part of ESPN’s identity and DNA,” the exec said during a CNBC-hosted conference Thursday at Fanatics Fest in Ne...
The big picture: ESPN Chairman Jimmy Pitaro Confirms Interest In Bidding... — is generating industry buzz.
Microsoft enjoys close ties to Anthropic, but it's also working to help companies refine models that keep their data private.
The big picture: Microsoft's Nadella criticizes Anthropic's Fable for being 'editorially... — could affect investors and consumers alike.
Invitees of the award-winning event could hardly contain themselves as the Toronto rapper delivered his words of encouragement.
Bottom line from Billboard: this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
Apple will reportedly launch its next-generation Apple Silicon chip, the M6, later this year. Here’s everything we know so far, including why this generation will be unprecedented in the Apple Silicon era.
The big picture: Apple’s M6 chip is coming soon, here’s everything... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
Christopher Nolan’s adaptation of Homer’s Greek epic “The Odyssey” is, well, epic. Releasing in theaters July 17, Nolan’s latest film reimagines the famous Greek tale of Odysseus, starring Matt Damon as the king of Ithaca. After teaching the Trojans that maybe you should look ...
Variety reports: ‘The Odyssey’ Cast Guide: All the Heroes, Gods... — this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
All UK nations have experienced recent heatwave conditions but in southern England, the heatwave has now continued for 13 days. Sarah Keith-Lucas looks at how unusual this spell of heat is, and when we might see it easing.
Why it matters: UK heatwave approaches two-week mark opens new research frontiers.
In the wake of a massive hours-long gridlock event, San Francisco mayor Daniel Lurie has told state regulators it's time to put more requirements on robotaxi operators like Waymo.
Why it matters: San Francisco mayor pushes for tougher rules after... signals a shift in how we use technology.
Netflix launched a number of new reality series in the first half of the year and it turns out viewers were most turned on by its age-shifting dating escapades. Age of Attraction, from Velvet Hammer Media, was the streamer’s top-performing new unscripted series over the first ...
The big picture: ‘Age Of Attraction’ Is Netflix’s Top New Reality... — may set a new benchmark for the genre.
"Not only is this inaccurate (not the song i did that in) but reducing a song to an ai generated meaning right at the source feels like it limits free interpretation imo," she said.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this is generating industry buzz.
Big bucks are being made from the 2026 tournament off the field, but who is raking in the most?
Why it matters: The financial winners and losers from the World... signals changing business strategies.
Sarah and her husband have shared one account for 25 years, but she says managing it falls to her.
The big picture: I wouldn't marry him until he paid off... — may shift market dynamics.
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver said that the league does not want to schedule next season's games until it knows where the (now former) Lakers star lands.
Why it matters: The NBA Wants to Set Next Season’s TV... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
SpaceX aborted Flight 13 of its giant Starship rocket at the last second on Thursday (July 16). It's unclear when the company will try again.
The big picture: SpaceX's Starship Flight 13 test launch aborts at... — advances our understanding of the world.
UFC averaged 6.5 million viewers on Paramount+ across the U.S. and Latin America for the July 11 main card featuring Conor McGregor and Max Holloway. Per Paramount Skydance, the telecast peaked with 8.3M concurrent streams, which the company says is more than any other “exclus...
The big picture: UFC’s McGregor-Holloway Rematch Muscles Up 6.5M Viewers Across... — signals where Hollywood is headed.
The rocker's North American run of shows kicked off in July, with performances at smaller indoor venues
Rolling Stone reports: Here’s Where You Can Find Tickets to Jack... — this taps into a cultural moment.
The Grammy-winning artist slammed the streaming behemoth over its "About the Song" feature and accused it of sharing inaccurate information
Bottom line from Rolling Stone: this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
There's no need to lose your streak - here's the 'Wordle' answer for today The post Today’s Wordle answer and hints for #1854 on July 17 appeared first on NME.
The big picture: Today’s Wordle answer and hints for #1854 on... — taps into a cultural moment.
The company didn't immediately say what went wrong. SpaceX's stock plunged more than 4% in after-hours trading before paring losses.
Why it matters: SpaceX suddenly aborts second Starship V3 launch after... is one to watch for the industry.
Here are hints, groups and answers for 'Connections' #1132 The post ‘Connections’ answers and hints for today, July 17 appeared first on NME.
Why it matters: ‘Connections’ answers and hints for today, July 17 taps into a cultural moment.
Where in the world? The post Globle answer today – here’s the answer and hints for July 17 appeared first on NME.
The big picture: Globle answer today – here’s the answer and... — shows where the music business is headed.
Wildlife protection frameworks in both the EU and the UK need stronger and more consistent implementation—and must recognize animals as "individuals capable of experiencing suffering," rather than mere ecological assets.
Bottom line from Phys.org: this advances our understanding of the world.
The singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist makes sincerity and absurdity sound like neighboring impulses on his restless, intimate new album
Why it matters: Steve Lacy Proves He’s One of His Era’s... could define this era of music.
Itch.io hit Type Help is now Steam hit The Incident at Galley House.
Bottom line from PC Gamer: this signals what players want next.
A major flaw in Apple's Hide My Email feature exposes users' real email addresses to anyone who can look them up online.
Why it matters: New Lawsuit Filed Against Apple for 'Hide My... may redefine how we interact with devices.
Meg Stalter made her Broadway debut with Oh, Mary! last week but has been absent during recent performances. Addressing rumors on social media, Stalter opened up about the reason she has not been on stage. “I’m so sad to have missed @ohmaryplay shows this week as I’m very very...
The big picture: Meg Stalter Addresses ‘Oh, Mary!’ Absence A Week... — may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Apple released the iOS 27 public beta this week, with a ton of new Siri and Apple Intelligence features. One of the biggest changes here is the addition of an all-new Siri app. This marks the first time that Siri has been pre-installed as a standalone app for iPhone users …
The big picture: iOS 27 adds an all-new app to your... — reshapes the tech landscape.
Streaming giant Netflix anticipates content spending (of about $20 billion) will be up around 10% in 2026, accelerating from 8% increases over the last five years but below the 14% the company averaged over the past decade. Live, now a focus, will be about 5% of total. The hig...
Bottom line from Deadline: this could reshape the box office conversation.
Canceled Netflix drama The Boroughs got a consolation prize — it was the most recent ongoing scripted series release to make the Top 40 of Netflix’s semi-annual “What We Watched” viewership report released Thursday that spans January-June 2026. The supernatural series, executi...
Deadline reports: ‘The Boroughs’ Wraps Run As Newest Series Release... — this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
UPDATED with CNN plans, 3:34 PM: ABC News and NBC News said Thursday afternoon that they will carry Donald Trump’s primetime address tonight only on their respective streaming sites, ABC News Live and NBC News Now, and not their broadcast networks. CBS News has yet to reveal i...
Deadline reports: ABC, NBC And CNN Won’t Carry Donald Trump’s... — this could reshape the box office conversation.
In a competitive situation, FX has secured the rights to develop a series based on the New Yorker article “The Call of the Wild” by Paige Williams, Variety has learned exclusively from sources. Also published online in January 2026 under the title “The Backcountry Rescue Squad...
Variety reports: FX, Color Force to Develop Series Based on... — this is generating industry buzz.
Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh was on Capitol Hill for two days of testimony this week.
CNBC reports: Banking Committee's Sen. Rounds liked Warsh's 'tone' in... — this could affect investors and consumers alike.
Instead of semiannual reports, the streamer will move to an annual release of viewing data next year.
Hollywood Reporter reports: Netflix Reports Steady Viewing Time Growth But Scales... — this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
After four years of biannual viewership reports, Netflix is pulling back a bit on the transparency front. The streamer revealed Thursday that, beginning in Q1 2027, it will only release one engagement report each year. In its earnings report, the company says this is part of i...
Why it matters: Netflix To Stop Biannual Viewership Reports, Opting For... reflects evolving audience tastes.
A foodborne illness that stems from fecal matter on produce is adding a new, gross layer to an already rough season in Trump's America
The big picture: This Summer Was Shitty Enough But Now We... — taps into a cultural moment.
Expelled Congressman and former politician George Santos is defending himself and his Special Forces co-stars from all the criticism following their casting announcement. Santos took to social media to address the hate he and co-stars Brandi Glanville and Candace Cameron Bure ...
The big picture: ‘Special Forces’ Star & Expelled Congressman George Santos... — signals where Hollywood is headed.
Why hunger strikes still shape Indian politics, from Gandhi to Sonam Wangchuk.
The big picture: One man's hunger strike changed India's map. Can... — demands attention beyond borders.
Rowers on the River Po in Turin are battling vast blooms of algae, as high temperatures in northwest Italy and runoff from farms create ideal conditions for rampant plant growth.
Why it matters: Algae fed by farm waste carpet Italy's warm... advances our understanding of the world.
On today’s Uncanny Valley, we unpack OpenAI’s ongoing drama, both legal and reputational, and whether these developments could further hurt the company—particularly in its fight against Anthropic.
Bottom line from Wired: this is one to watch for the industry.
The same area devastated by floods last year's floods, which caused more than 130 deaths, is once again being hit.
BBC Science reports: At least one dead in Texas floods ravaging... — this opens new research frontiers.
Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky appears to have been the target of a cyberattack, sources tell Fortune.
Bottom line from Fortune: this hints at where the money is moving.
Netflix co-CEOs Ted Sarandos and Greg Peters used the company’s second-quarter earnings interview to try to clear the air regarding prospects for M&A, strategic partnerships and FAST channels. Responding to a question about Lionsgate or NBCUniversal, both considered prime susp...
The big picture: Netflix Co-CEOs Respond To Swirl Of M&A Rumors,... — reflects evolving audience tastes.
According to an announcement from RedOctane Games, Stage Tour is set to appear on Nintendo Switch 2. The title is slated for later in 2026. Stage Tour comes from a new studio formed of rhythm game veterans. The music title “promises to be fun and accessible to anyone new to th...
Bottom line from Nintendo Everything: this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
The streaming company says it's mostly used in post-production on shows like The American Experiment
Why it matters: Netflix Brags That AI Tools Were Used In... reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
Posty appears to be returning to his rap roots following a country pivot.
Billboard reports: Post Malone Teases Return to Hip-Hop: ‘That One... — this could define this era of music.
Athipat Wichan tells BBC Thai he regrets bringing his girlfriend Nahathai into his indie band Thotsakan.
BBC World reports: I thought we'd grow old together, says band... — this reflects broader geopolitical shifts.
Google Health 5.04 is rolling out today with a focus on nutrition updates — a big complaint of the initial redesign — and other bug fixes.
Bottom line from 9to5Google: this is one to watch for the industry.
The tournament ends with Spain vs. Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on Sunday (July 19) — buy match tickets here.
Why it matters: Here’s Where to Get 2026 FIFA World Cup... reflects the changing sound of the industry.
Netflix is all in on live programming. After a number of its big-ticket live stunts such as The Roast of Kevin Hart, BTS: The Comeback Live – Arirang and Skyscraper Live performed well over the first six months of the year, the streamer said that it was doubling down on the na...
Bottom line from Deadline: this reflects evolving audience tastes.
Commentary: Beyond proving the ChatGPT maker didn't steal Apple's trade secrets, OpenAI needs to prove to everyone else that AI devices are a good idea.
CNET reports: OpenAI's Hardware Plans Have a Bigger Problem Than... — this is one to watch for the industry.
The streaming giant said it would cut back on the frequency of its "What We Watched" reports, which provide a picture of engagement.
The big picture: Netflix stock falls as earnings forecast disappoints, company... — reflects a broader economic trend.
The idea of another person controlling every action my body takes is one that keeps me awake at night more often than I like to acknowledge to myself. So how about a game all about that! It's called Remote Control, and in it you most titularly remote control human proxies to e...
Rock Paper Shotgun reports: Control a human proxy on an abandoned spaceship... — this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
A new update from Bungie provides a closer look at what's coming in the new Vault Breaker mode.
Why it matters: Marathon's 'experimental' PvE mode will only be playable... signals what players want next.
A new macOS information-stealing malware dubbed ClickLock terminates all visible processes to force users into entering their system login password. [...]
BleepingComputer reports: New ClickLock macOS malware traps users into revealing... — this highlights growing cyber threats.
Ted Sarandos said the docuseries "The American Experiment" contains 17 minutes of AI-enhanced footage.
Why it matters: Netflix Co-CEO Explains How Gen-AI Was Used in... is generating industry buzz.
Devolver Digital and Le Cartel have one final promotion ready for Heave Ho 2 with the launch trailer. Starting today, the party title can be accessed on Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch. Information about this one can be found in the following rundown: The bedlam is back, and now ...
Why it matters: Heave Ho 2 launch trailer – Nintendo Switch... reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
In a single experiment, physicists have measured the "excess" emission of high-energy gamma rays from more than a dozen heavy, unstable atomic nuclei. Mapping the gamma-ray emissions of so many isotopes produced in nuclear fission marks an important step toward a better unders...
Why it matters: Single fission experiment maps excess gamma rays from... adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
"Free is something that we're going to continue to consider, but we have no near-term plans to launch something," said Netflix Co-CEO Greg Peters.
Why it matters: Netflix Is Not Launching a FAST Offering …... signals where Hollywood is headed.
Get ready for more AI characters in Fortnite. Developer Epic Games is going to let Fortnite creators publish experiences featuring characters with AI-powered voices starting on July 30th, and ahead of that launch, it's created 36 characters with "consistent voices and personas...
Bottom line from The Verge: this signals a shift in how we use technology.
The $399 Signal Ring by Vital Signals claims to deliver cuffless, calibration-free blood pressure readings from the finger.
Why it matters: New Smart Ring Says It Can Deliver Accurate... may redefine how we interact with devices.
Grinding Gear Games wants to find ways to get new players into the old action RPG.
Why it matters: After 13 years, Path of Exile's devs are... could shake up the gaming landscape.
Coca Cola said dairy production at its Fairlife unit will "remain suspended" in the United States following a hack.
TechCrunch reports: Coca-Cola suspended production at its Fairlife dairy after... — this could change how developers build software.
The US vice president says he thinks some Israeli politicians are trying to detail efforts to end the conflict.
BBC World reports: JD Vance accuses Israel of 'manipulating' US public... — this reflects broader geopolitical shifts.
This two-part documentary premieres July 16 and July 17 — here's where to watch it live without paying for a cable subscription
Bottom line from Rolling Stone: this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
Roblox is bringing Build, a set of AI tools, to its app in order to help users create games on the platform.
Mashable reports: Roblox announces Build, AI tools that let anyone... — this could change how developers build software.
The Coca-Cola Company disclosed today that a ransomware attack impacting its Fairlife dairy subsidiary has disrupted operations, temporarily suspending production of Fairlife products across the United States. [...]
BleepingComputer reports: Coca-Cola says Fairlife ransomware attack halts US dairy... — this is a wake-up call for digital security.
Just a day after Fox Sports’ coverage of the FIFA World Cup 2026 semifinals broke records, they did it again. Wednesday’s nailbiter between Argentina and England averaged 15.063 million viewers on Fox, making it the most-watched FIFA Men’s World Cup semifinals match in English...
The big picture: Argentina’s World Cup Victory Over England Scores 15.1... — signals where Hollywood is headed.
On today’s episode of “Daily Variety” podcast, in our Cover Story segment, Variety’s Brent Lang details the comprehensive report that he delivered with Rebecca Rubin on the summer box office rebound, and what Hollywood and exhibitors must do to keep it going. Lang, who is Vari...
Why it matters: LISTEN: What’s Fueling the Box Office Rebound and... is generating industry buzz.
Foot traffic to leafy green chains is falling, data shows. Still, a few brave souls who spoke to WIRED were determined to get their fix. “I honestly didn’t even think about” the risk of explosive diarrhea, one says.
Why it matters: Salad Chains Are Seeing Foot Traffic Drop Over... may redefine how we interact with devices.
Iconoclast, Anthem and Crescendo are among the music rights catalog companies in the final stages of sales.
Why it matters: As the Music Catalog Investment Market Hits a... is making waves across platforms.
The broadcasters will stream the address and break in if needed, with other networks still scrambling to determine their plans for the speech. CBS, however, will air a special report at 9 p.m.
The big picture: NBC, ABC and CNN Won’t Carry Trump Primetime... — could reshape the box office conversation.
Not everyone gets a front-row seat to history. This weekend, Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey” arrives in theaters nationwide. The sprawling adaptation of Homer’s epic is the first-ever movie shot entirely on Imax film cameras. And over the past month, everyone from Matt Damon...
Why it matters: Why Aren’t There More Imax 70mm Screens for... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
It is no surprise that there are political disagreements over climate protection measures. Parties differ in their assessments of which measures they consider effective, fair or economically acceptable. However, the question of whether climate change is mainly human-caused is ...
The big picture: Political representatives found more polarized on climate change... — opens new research frontiers.
Among his demands are eight pallets of Faygo, an intro video created by GWAR, and an assortment of adoptable puppies. William Shatner’s Riot Fest Rider Demands Are Out of This World Spencer Kaufman
Why it matters: William Shatner’s Riot Fest Rider Demands Are Out... is making waves across platforms.
Forget about attackers. Agentic artificial intelligence is creating enough risks for organizations and demands a security reframe.
Bottom line from Dark Reading: this exposes vulnerabilities that affect millions.
The 'Dry Spell' singer's collaboration with Stanley includes three drinkware items for humans and one for pets.
Bottom line from Billboard: this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
The pop singer-songwriter sat backstage with Billboard at her intimate Bowery Ballroom concert.
Bottom line from Billboard: this could define this era of music.
Ne-Yo builds upon his previous country collaborations on his new country-inspired album.
Billboard reports: Ne-Yo Takes a Country Road With ‘Highway 79’:... — this could define this era of music.
T-Mobile to restore free lines lost during plan migration, but price hikes remain.
Why it matters: T-Mobile bungled forced plan migration, canceling some users'... is one to watch for the industry.
Samsung’s Frame is different from your average 4K TV. Its biggest selling point involves what it does when you aren’t actively using it. It can display art, turning your living room into a gallery. The Frame has bezels that make it look like — you guessed it — framed art, and ...
Why it matters: Samsung’s 55-inch Frame art TV is $200 cheaper... is one to watch for the industry.
Deceive Inc. was great, and now it'll live on.
Why it matters: Closed game studio returns to un-live service its... is generating hype in the community.
Google searches in Spain for Adidas’ Taekwondo Mei jumped 252% over the last month, as balletcore-inspired footwear gains momentum.
Bottom line from Billboard: this shows where the music business is headed.
Latin hitmaker Edgar Barrera and Nir Seroussi, president of Interscope Capitol Miami, attended the ceremony.
Billboard reports: Intocable Receive Star on the Hollywood Walk of... — this is making waves across platforms.
Benjamin and Chance talk about their latest experiences with iOS 27 and Siri AI, with Apple releasing the public betas this week so anyone in the whole world can give the new software a go. The company also sued OpenAI this week in a high-profile case over alleged trade secret...
9to5Mac reports: iOS 27 public betas are out, Siri AI... — this may redefine how we interact with devices.
O'Donnell shared failed attempts to reconnect with Trachtenberg before her death. Rosie O’Donnell Remembers Michelle Trachtenberg: “I Wish I Could Have Done More” Kiana Fitzgerald
Consequence of Sound reports: Rosie O’Donnell Remembers Michelle Trachtenberg: “I Wish I... — this taps into a cultural moment.
Pollen, wildfires and other airborne particles can turn summer into a respiratory nightmare. We tested 15 top units using a custom smoke bomb test. These are the best air purifiers for removing smoke, allergens and more from your home's air.
The big picture: Best Air Purifiers for 2026: Lab-Tested Picks for... — could change how developers build software.
As wildfire smoke threatens air quality and safety for millions, here’s your playbook to keep your family safe from the damaging effects of smoke.
Bottom line from Wired: this is one to watch for the industry.
Madonna, Justin Bieber, Shakira and BTS are all set to feature in the show The post The Cure’s Robert Smith is not looking forward to Chris Martin’s World Cup halftime show appeared first on NME.
Bottom line from NME: this is making waves across platforms.
The iPhone's virtual assistant got a glow-up with iOS 27 and finally lives up to Apple's 2011 promise. In my early testing, Siri is just here to get things done.
Why it matters: Siri AI Helped Me Avoid Eating Diarrhea Lettuce is one to watch for the industry.
I've never been a football person, so this whole Global Mug thing that's going on at the moment is as important to me as eyelids for a fish. What I have always been is someone who likes platformers, however, even when they're all about that thing they call the beautiful game. ...
Bottom line from Rock Paper Shotgun: this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
Sen. Thom Tillis, R-N.C., wants Todd Blanche to meet with victims of sex offender Jeffrey Epstein before committing his support for the nomination.
Bottom line from CNBC: this signals changing business strategies.
In November 2025, writer-director Josh Penn Soskin began production on his debut feature, “The Rooster Prince,” based on his relationship with his late brother, David, a renowned psychiatrist who suffered from bipolar disorder. He cast Shia LaBeouf to play Eli, the character b...
Why it matters: Watching Shia LaBeouf Unravel: ‘He Was Exploding on... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
A Fortnite skin based Damon's character in The Odyssey seems to be the actor's first official videogame likeness.
The big picture: I love that Matt Damon once turned down... — signals what players want next.
Netflix says roughly 300 titles on its platform used generative AI, most of which occurred in post-production. The streaming service revealed the news in its second-quarter earnings report released on Thursday, saying it's "increasingly leveraging these tools to deliver higher...
Why it matters: Netflix says around 300 titles used generative AI is one to watch for the industry.
Public demonstrations have kicked off in Barcelona, Edinburgh, Maryland and beyond bringing global attention to the video game industry labor crisis
Why it matters: Video Game Companies Can No Longer Do Layoffs... signals what players want next.
Roughly 300 Netflix programs across the streamer’s library have used generative AI across their production process so far this year, the company revealed in its second-quarter earnings report on Thursday. Netflix told shareholders in a letter that the technology’s usage expand...
Bottom line from Variety: this is generating industry buzz.
Elon Musk's xAI files first lawsuit against Grok user accused of making child sex images.
Why it matters: xAI can’t deny Grok makes CSAM anymore. So... could change how developers build software.
Netflix is discontinuing its biannual viewership data dump in favor of one annual report beginning in 2027. The latest version of Netflix’s “What We Watched” report, which covered subscribers’ viewership habits from January-June 2026, was released Thursday along with the strea...
Why it matters: Netflix to Stop Releasing Viewership Data Every 6... is generating industry buzz.
Oscar-nominated actor stars as a legendary leader in Paul Greengrass’ 14th-century historical drama
The big picture: Andrew Garfield Leads a Revolution Against the Crown... — taps into a cultural moment.
It is only the fifth new African monkey identified as a new species in the past 75 years.
Why it matters: Meet Earth’s Newest Monkey. (And Check Out Its... advances our understanding of the world.
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