SPOILER ALERT: This interview contains spoilers for Episode 4 of “Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness: An Almost History of America,” now streaming on HBO Max. Larry David weaponizes history to mock his former pal Robert F. Kennedy Jr. in his HBO sketch comedy show “Lif...
Variety reports: Larry David Mocks RFK Jr. by Saying ‘Drop... — this signals where Hollywood is headed.
Apple is citing a newly paused securities fraud lawsuit to support its request to pause further lower-court proceedings in its legal battle with Epic Games while the Supreme Court reviews part of the dispute. Here are the details.
Bottom line from 9to5Mac: this signals a shift in how we use technology.
Dom Taylor, the chef who won Netflix’s Five Star Chef, has died. He was 44. It was Taylor’s restaurant, The Good Front Room, that confirmed the “sudden passing” of the founder. “Dom was a visionary whose bold, joyful approach to celebrating the Caribbean cuisine of his childho...
Bottom line from Deadline: this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Canadian leader Mark Carney says both the US and Canada have an equal responsibility to fight climate change, which experts say are worsening wildfire conditions.
Bottom line from BBC Science: this opens new research frontiers.
Grande invited Ty to the stage during her Brooklyn residency on Thursday
Why it matters: Ariana Grande Surprises Fans as Ty Dolla $ign... taps into a cultural moment.
From Oscar, Emmy, and Tony winners to frequent collaborators of the director, first-timers and even a rapper, The Hollywood Reporter breaks down all the stars and the characters they play in his adaptation of Homer's ancient Greek poem.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this could reshape the box office conversation.
Painstakingly woven from the cocoons of silkworms, silk has been valued for more than 4,000 years as a luxury material. More than just beautiful, silk is also lightweight, strong and biocompatible, allowing it to be used for clothing, medical materials and more. However, conve...
Why it matters: Researchers create strong 'super silk' that maintains shape... adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
The US command says it is conducting more strikes to degrade Iran's armed forces, as Iran reports explosions near the Strait of Hormuz.
BBC World reports: US strikes hit Iran for seventh consecutive night — this could reshape the global order.
Forecasts suggest the weather could turn more changeable during late July and August but the risk of heatwaves remains.
BBC Science reports: Second half of summer to bring chances for... — this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
It's the latest AI model from China to close the performance gap with leading U.S. AI labs.
The big picture: Chinese AI has leveled up, and brought renewed... — could affect investors and consumers alike.
Knightsbridge Circle, a global private membership-based concierge service, confirmed it has clients that purchased six tickets for $4 million, a package that also includes access to the field and trophy ceremony.
Why it matters: World Cup Final Frenzy: $4M Ticket Package Sold reflects evolving audience tastes.
A study conducted at Koç University School of Nursing examined university students' perceived self-efficacy in using artificial intelligence technologies. Led by Associate Professor Remziye Semerci Şahin and Assistant Professor Seda Güney, the researchers adapted the Artificia...
The big picture: Scale can measure university students' confidence in using... — advances our understanding of the world.
“The Odyssey” is one hell of a journey. Once again, director Christopher Nolan enlists a cast of A-list actors and jumbles timelines to tell his ambitious version of Odysseus’ journey from Homer’s “The Odyssey.” Set after the conclusion of the 10-year Trojan War, the story fol...
Why it matters: Confused by ‘The Odyssey’? All the Timelines, Monsters... is generating industry buzz.
Lorde is calling out Spotify over a new feature that uses AI to give context to the song playing on the streaming service. The “About the Song” feature, which is currently in beta, was released earlier this year and gathers information from third-party sources to give details ...
Deadline reports: Lorde Calls Out Spotify Over AI “About The... — this signals where Hollywood is headed.
The DGA, the WGA and SAG-AFTRA have come together to push back on the decision to cut five categories — two acting, two directing and one directing — from the main 2026 Emmy telecast Sept. 14 on NBC. “The Emmys exist to celebrate the best of television and the artists who are ...
Why it matters: DGA, WGA & SAG-AFTRA Protest Emmys’ Decision To... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Emmy winner and Oscar nominee Colman Domingo and “Slave Play” director Robert O’Hara are in talks to write a live-action film about Princess Tiana from Disney’s “The Princess and the Frog.” The project, which is in very early stages at the studio, is an original idea inspired ...
The big picture: Colman Domingo and Robert O’Hara in Talks to... — reflects evolving audience tastes.
Maricopa County in Arizona has some of the hottest temperatures, but it has reduced the number of heat-related deaths.
The big picture: What this desert city can teach the world... — challenges existing scientific assumptions.
In a significant move that has been tried before, the Television Academy’s Board of Governors voted to drop several categories from the 2026 Primetime Emmy show, set for NBC on Monday, September 14, and move them to the Creative Arts ceremonies held on the previous weekend of ...
Bottom line from Deadline: this is generating industry buzz.
Nintendo fans can now get their hands on a bunch of new ornaments, with Mario, Zelda, and more represented. Christmas might be a few months away, but it’s never too early to think about tree decorations. And for those that want to give the holiday spirit a Nintendo flare, Hall...
Nintendo Everything reports: New 2026 Nintendo ornaments revealed, buy them here — this is generating hype in the community.
If you missed the sold-out "Hailey Jean" drop, these denim dupes recreate the celebrity-loved baggy jean look.
Why it matters: Hailey Bieber’s Sold-Out Gap Jeans Have Affordable $15... taps into a cultural moment.
From mega-hit franchises to a destructive drug addict to a cowgirl whose husband is hiding a secret love affair, Anne Hathaway has been one of Hollywood’s most versatile leading women for more than 25 years. With the Oscar winner reuniting with Christopher Nolan as Penelope in...
Variety reports: Anne Hathaway’s 13 Best Performances: From ‘The Devil... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
Researchers have found that people with Laron syndrome have a lower incidence of cancer than the wider population.
BBC World reports: How these twins' rare growth disorder could provide... — this demands attention beyond borders.
Mosquitoes are widely known for transmitting diseases such as malaria and dengue fever to humans, but less is known about the diseases they can transmit to wild birds. The Plasmodium parasite that causes avian malaria is common in wild birds around the world, including in the ...
The big picture: Researcher finds several UK mosquito species are potential... — could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
The high price for the garment is a sign that collectors are looking to bid on artifacts and collectibles from the artificial intelligence boom.
Bottom line from CNBC: this signals changing business strategies.
The Trump administration is taking steps to control who gets access to the latest frontier models, people familiar with the matter told CNBC.
CNBC reports: The White House is dictating access to frontier... — this may shift market dynamics.
The smoke coming from active wildfires in Canada has led to unhealthy air quality in swaths of the U.S., which could affect the World Cup final in New Jersey.
CNBC reports: Trump rips Canada as wildfire smoke spreads, says... — this reflects a broader economic trend.
The window is almost shut. On August 19, eight startups will take the stage at Stripe Tour Sydney in front of investors, global press, and the Australian tech community. One startup walks away with automatic entry into TechCrunch Disrupt in San Francisco — no application, no f...
Why it matters: Applications close in 48 hours — here’s everything... signals a shift in how we use technology.
As the World Cup final approaches, take a moment to appreciate the beautiful symmetries of humanity’s favorite truncated icosahedron.
NY Times Science reports: A Mathematical Tribute to the Soccer Ball — this advances our understanding of the world.
Olivia Dean skipped a grade, as far as the touring circuit goes. Soon after taking the stage at L.A.’s Crypto.com Arena for a two-night stand this week, the singer said, “The last time we played in L.A., we played two shows at the Fonda, I think a year ago. Was anybody at thos...
Why it matters: Olivia Dean’s First U.S. Arena Tour Is Off... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
There's no need to lose your streak - here's the 'Wordle' answer for today The post Today’s Wordle answer and hints for #1855 on July 18 appeared first on NME.
Bottom line from NME: this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
The Miami rapper was asked about his relationship with his former collaborator when he stopped by The Joe Budden Podcast.
The big picture: Rick Ross Tells Joe Budden Relationship With Drake... — is making waves across platforms.
Here are hints, groups and answers for 'Connections' #1133 The post ‘Connections’ answers and hints for today, July 18 appeared first on NME.
The big picture: ‘Connections’ answers and hints for today, July 18 — reflects the changing sound of the industry.
We're giving away $500 in Amazon gift cards every month, so send in your best gaming clips for a chance to win.
Why it matters: We just awarded $500 to the PC gamer... could shake up the gaming landscape.
From AI workflows to battery life and security, here's what it's really like to live with Vertu's luxury foldable every day.
Why it matters: Vertu wants executives to pay $6,880 for an... is one to watch for the industry.
Apple is raising prices for its music streaming service, Apple Music, for subscribers in the U.S. and other countries. The individual plan for Apple Music will now cost $11.99 a month, up from $10.99. “As a result of rising licensing costs, Apple Music is increasing its subscr...
The big picture: Apple Increases Prices For Apple Music & Apple... — is generating industry buzz.
Matt Damon has cemented himself as one of the defining actors of his generation, building a career that balances blockbuster stardom with acclaimed dramatic work. To celebrate the actor, Variety is ranking his 12 best film performances. After getting his start with small roles...
Variety reports: Matt Damon’s 13 Best Performances: From Math Genius... — this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Livestream Spain vs. Argentina for the international fútbol tournament final in Spanish for free without cable.
Billboard reports: Spain vs. Argentina 2026: Here’s How to Watch... — this is making waves across platforms.
The film about Larry Lamb, Rupert Murdoch, and the birth of The Sun tabloid is the opening night film at the Biennale.
Why it matters: Danny Boyle’s ‘Ink’ Sells to Netflix in First... could reshape the box office conversation.
A new study by a University of Florida sport management professor and colleagues challenges long-held assumptions about how young athletes should train and suggests that Major League Baseball teams might be missing players with a competitive edge.
Why it matters: Study finds high school track experience gives baseball... opens new research frontiers.
The conclusion to the Hearstopper TV universe is here in the form of a film, Netflix’s Heartstopper Forever, based on Alice Oseman’s sixth graphic novel in the series of the same name as well as her Nick and Charlie novella written back in 2015. Following three seasons of the ...
Deadline reports: All The Songs In ‘Heartstopper Forever’ From Royel... — this signals where Hollywood is headed.
Science has discovered around 6,000 planets, and this is the first one, other than Earth, that is rocky and has an atmosphere.
The big picture: Astronomers Found the First Atmosphere on a Planet... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
Sundance double prize-winning documentary American Pachuco: The Legend of Luis Valdez, the story of the groundbreaking Chicano activist and director, opens at Film Forum in NYC. Friday night’s screening — with Valdez, director David Alvarado and Lou Diamond Phillips — is sold ...
Why it matters: Sundance Award Winning Doc ‘American Pachuco: The Legend... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Taco Bell, which the CDC linked to the cyclosporiasis outbreak, will likely recover soon from the health safety scare, according to analysts.
The big picture: Taco Bell says it has removed lettuce linked... — could affect investors and consumers alike.
Defectors tell the BBC that despite restrictions, K-pop has cut through in the stifling dictatorship.
Why it matters: Kim Jong Un was meant to be their... affects international relations.
Introduction This tutorial starts where most agent demos stop: giving the agent persistent memory, operational context, and a place to write back what happened. An event operator does not just need an agent that can summarize a weather report or generate a generic plan. The op...
MarkTechPost reports: Build an Agentic Event Venue Operator with MongoDB... — this pushes the boundary of what machines can do.
Databricks has remade its image into an AI company and has published research on the cost savings of open weight AI models for coding.
Bottom line from TechCrunch: this may redefine how we interact with devices.
The comments could further fuel the row over the incident, which has seen Downing Street back calls for Fifa to investigate.
BBC World reports: White House defends Argentina team over Falklands banner — this has global implications.
Food producer Taylor Farms released a statement on the Cyclospora outbreak Friday, confirming that it's "voluntarily removing all iceberg lettuce sourced from central Mexico from the US market." Reuters reports that, according to a source, Taylor Farms told customers like Yum ...
Bottom line from The Verge: this may redefine how we interact with devices.
Confirming an estimate reported last March, Netflix said Friday it paid $587 million to acquire Ben Affleck’s AI firm InterPositive. At the time of the surprise deal announcement, Bloomberg reported the streaming giant was paying around $600 million in the transaction. Netflix...
The big picture: Netflix Says It Paid $587 Million For Ben... — is generating industry buzz.
Unherd columnist Valerie Stivers suggests Cusk's ‘Life of M’ mines the Oscar-winning actor's life for a thinly-veiled portrait of the Hollywood star.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
The hidden gem on Disney+ is a gorgeously made horror comedy that mixes 'Evil Dead' with 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' for an all-ages fright fest that's still a little spooky.
The big picture: ‘The Doomies’ Could Be the Spiritual Successor to... — signals where Hollywood is headed.
High school can't last forever, but "Heartstopper" will in spirit, with the beloved teen Netflix series taking a victory lap. Review.
Why it matters: Heartstopper Forever means everything to me reshapes the tech landscape.
So much more than the earwormiest theme song in the galaxy.
Space.com reports: Remembering 'Ulysses 31', the '80s cartoon that transported... — this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
Up to 32 people will be put out of work.
PC Gamer reports: 2 months after releasing Zero Parades, Studio ZA/UM... — this could shake up the gaming landscape.
It’s been over two years since Dark Matter fans were left in superposition, that quantum state of Schrödinger’s cat who is both alive and dead inside the box, except the limbo state for viewers was the fate of Jason Dessen and his family. Were they safe at the end of season on...
Bottom line from Den of Geek: this reflects shifting cultural trends.
Not all 4K TVs are made equally. There are plenty of 4K TVs that are colorful, large and sharp, but not all of them have the same features and settings or have the same picture and audio quality. With so many to pick, it may be tough to find the best one for your home […]
Why it matters: The Best 4K TVs to Turn Your Home... signals where Hollywood is headed.
This is the "Panda" rapper's second arrest on domestic violence charges this year.
Why it matters: Desiigner Arrested on Domestic Violence Charge in South... shows where the music business is headed.
An investigation by 9to5Mac reveals dozens of apps that disguise gambling platforms as simple games and utilities. Here are the details.
9to5Mac reports: Investigation reveals dozens of disguised gambling apps on... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
The Television Academy will hand out awards in 121 categories (!) across three nights.
The big picture: Here’s When the 2026 Primetime Emmys in Music... — is making waves across platforms.
When researchers screen potential tuberculosis drugs, they often end up with too many options. Some look promising but later prove to be costly dead ends. "We might get thousands of compounds from a screen and then have to decide which one are we going to work on?" said James ...
The big picture: Tuberculosis drug discovery gets smarter with AI — could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
Netflix paid $587 million in cash when it purchased Ben Affleck’s AI startup InterPositive, the company disclosed in a federal filing. As part of the company’s Form 10-Q report with the Securities and Exchange Commission, Netflix confirmed that it completed an acquisition in M...
Why it matters: Netflix Paid $587 Million for Ben Affleck’s AI... reflects evolving audience tastes.
In a post on social media, ZA/UM wrote that it would lay off 32 developers two months after releasing Zero Parades: For Dead Spies
The big picture: Disco Elysium Studio Says Game About People Forced... — signals what players want next.
Zyphra released ZUNA1.1 on July 16, 2026, under the Apache 2.0 license. The 380M masked diffusion autoencoder reconstructs, denoises, and upsamples scalp-EEG across arbitrary channel layouts. It accepts variable-length inputs from 0.5 to 30 seconds, against ZUNA1's fixed five ...
The big picture: Zyphra Releases ZUNA1.1: An Apache 2.0 EEG Foundation... — marks a new chapter in AI development.
Snipperclips developer SFB Games shared a launch trailer for its latest game, The Mermaid Mask. The detective mystery title, which is a follow-up to Tangle Tower, is out on Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch. If you’re interested in learning more, check out the following details: Un...
Nintendo Everything reports: The Mermaid Mask launch trailer – Tangle Tower... — this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
The celeb-loved multivitamin seems to be everywhere, but does it really do anything? I took it for a month to find out
Bottom line from Rolling Stone: this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
Having just been announced as the Venice Film Festival curtain raiser, Danny Boyle’s “Ink” has found a new nome. Netflix has acquired the U.S. and Latin American rights to the film — about the early years of Rupert Murdoch’s media empire as he planted a flag in the U.K. and st...
Variety reports: Netflix Buys Danny Boyle’s Rupert Murdoch Movie and... — this is generating industry buzz.
Shane Gillis has made comedy history. With 76,212 tickets sold for his July 17 show at Lincoln Financial Field, the stadium home of the Philadelphia Eagles, Gillis has broken the Guinness World Record for most tickets sold for a comedy show by a solo comedian. Guinness World R...
The big picture: Shane Gillis Breaks Guinness World Record for Most... — may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Ahead of its September 2 world premiere as the opening-night film for the 83rd Venice Film Festival, Oscar winner Danny Boyle’s new thriller Ink has been acquired by Netflix for U.S. and Latin American distribution. Based on the Tony-nominated play by multi-Olivier Award-winni...
Deadline reports: Netflix Snaps Up Rupert Murdoch Thriller ‘Ink’ From... — this signals where Hollywood is headed.
With The Odyssey out in theaters, let’s look back at Nolan’s nearly 30 years as a director
The big picture: The Odyssey And Every Other Christopher Nolan Movie,... — is generating hype in the community.
About 1,645 people in five states were infected by the parasite after having Taco Bell, according to US health officials.
The big picture: Taco Bell removes lettuce from menu in US... — affects international relations.
Trump’s tariff program has gone from generating billions to forcing billions in refunds thanks to February's Supreme Court ruling.
The big picture: After the Supreme Court killed his first tariffs,... — reflects a broader economic trend.
If every meeting, watercooler conversation, and date gets transcribed and summarized, who's actually reading any of it?
Why it matters: The Zoom hack that says, ‘Don’t record me’ signals a shift in how we use technology.
An anonymous HTTP request can run code on a WordPress site. The bug is in core, so a bare install with zero plugins is exploitable. Every 6.9 and 7.0 site was in range until Friday, when WordPress shipped 6.9.5 and 7.0.2 and enabled what it calls forced updates through its au...
The Hacker News reports: New wp2shell WordPress Core Flaw Lets Unauthenticated Attackers... — this highlights growing cyber threats.
In the months since the successes of ‘Backrooms' and ‘Obsession’, young filmmakers, memes and viral shorts have been the subject of multi-studio bidding wars.
The big picture: Kane Parsons, Curry Barker and the Multi-Million Dollar... — reflects evolving audience tastes.
The long-rumored director's cut of the much-maligned second X-Files film is no conspiracy theory. It's coming to Hulu on August 14.
AV Club reports: Believers rejoice! A new cut of The X-Files:... — this signals changes in media consumption.
Obsession and F1 were front and center as lawyers representing Paramount on one side, and a dozen State Attorneys General on the other, clashed at a Friday hearing over what determines a blockbuster, and how quickly the AGs’ antitrust challenge to Paramount’s merger with Warne...
Bottom line from Deadline: this signals where Hollywood is headed.
Meta is reportedly in talks with Anthropic to rent out compute capacity from its data centers. The article Zuckerberg's plan to sell excess AI compute could finds its first big customer in Anthropic appeared first on The Decoder.
The big picture: Zuckerberg's plan to sell excess AI compute could... — raises questions about AI's role.
He received a 1992 Nobel Prize for developing a theory that explained fundamental processes behind photosynthesis, respiration, oxidation and even how fireflies produce light.
Why it matters: Rudolph Marcus, Who Illuminated Electrochemical Processes, Dies at... opens new research frontiers.
Let’s hope the writers and producers of HBO Max’s upcoming Big Bang Theory spinoff Stuart Fails To Save the Universe are not paid by the minute for what they have made. Not shackled by broadcast schedules where half-hour comedies need to be exactly 22 minutes to fit into a 30-...
Deadline reports: ‘Stuart Fails To Save The Universe’: Here Is... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
Prefer full-size headphones to earbuds? These are the best over-ear headphones you can buy, according to CNET's headphones expert.
CNET reports: Best Over-Ear Headphones We've Tested — this may redefine how we interact with devices.
New images from the European Space Agency's Mars Express orbiter have captured strange-looking waves on the Red Planet.
The big picture: These 'metallic' dunes on Mars look like sci-fi.... — advances our understanding of the world.
Ozzy Day on July 22 will celebrate “the life, legacy and Birmingham roots of the Prince of Darkness,” city council says
Bottom line from Rolling Stone: this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
"Talking about this stuff helps people" The post Lauren Laverne reveals blood and bone marrow disorder diagnosis appeared first on NME.
The big picture: Lauren Laverne reveals blood and bone marrow disorder... — is making waves across platforms.
It would open up a completely new business for the Facebook and Instagram maker.
Why it matters: Meta is reportedly considering a multibillion-dollar data center... could change how developers build software.
Tickets to the legendary rock band's Vegas concerts aren't easy to find, but these sites still have stubs on sale
Rolling Stone reports: Where to Buy Tickets to the Eagles’ Sphere... — this is making waves across platforms.
Abbott Laboratories is investigating two separate cybersecurity incidents after confirming unauthorized access to internal legacy Exact Sciences systems in its Cancer Diagnostics business, while also investigating a separate claim that attackers breached its LabCentral portal ...
The big picture: Abbott probes two cyber incidents amid extortion claims — exposes vulnerabilities that affect millions.
There are also new releases from Buju Banton, Carly Rae Jepsen, Syd and others.
The big picture: Gracie Abrams, Rick Ross, Steve Lacy & More:... — shows where the music business is headed.
Valve's mythical flat corporate structure might be somewhat less than 100% self-directed.
Why it matters: Retiring Valve programmer says 'at least one' of... signals what players want next.
Medicinal plants have long been a cornerstone of Philippine traditional medicine, dating back generations. Tawa-tawa, a low-growing herb that thrives in open grasslands, is a valued supplementary treatment for dengue; the gel of the succulent aloe vera can help soothe a scrape...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
Apple has raised iPhone prices in Japan by up to 11% today. The changes affect the iPhone 17 lineup, iPhone Air, and iPhone 16e. Here are the exact increases and the likely explanation.
Why it matters: Apple increases iPhone prices in Japan by up... is one to watch for the industry.
Say the line, Todd!
Why it matters: Todd Howard checks his calendar, sighs quietly, and... may set a new standard for the genre.
Apple's MacBook lineup includes three tiers: Neo, Air and Pro. See our favorites and find the best MacBook for your laptop budget and needs.
CNET reports: Best MacBooks We’ve Tested (July 2026) — this reshapes the tech landscape.
SpaceX's stock plunged further on Friday, a day after it aborted a test flight for its Starship rocket at the last second.
CNBC reports: SpaceX stock has cratered nearly 23% since the... — this could affect investors and consumers alike.
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi is visiting the U.S. this week. He met with President Donald Trump at the White House on Tuesday.
Bottom line from CNBC: this could affect investors and consumers alike.
Of the game industry’s many problems, one of the most depressing is how quickly generative AI has wormed its way into development. According to GDC’s 2025 State of the Game Industry report, more than 50% of surveyed devs work at companies that use AI tools (a figure that has a...
GameSpot reports: In An Era Of AI Slop, Meccha Chameleon... — this is generating hype in the community.
Here's what was happening in PC gaming in July 1996, 2006 and 2016.
PC Gamer reports: How much RAM do you need for an... — this is generating hype in the community.
Eleven bytes will make an unpatched OpenSSL server set aside up to 131 KB of memory for a message that never arrives. On the glibc systems Okta tested, that memory is gone until the process restarts. OpenSSL shipped the HollowByte fix in June with no CVE, no advisory, and no ...
The Hacker News reports: OpenSSL HollowByte Flaw Could Freeze Server Memory with... — this is a wake-up call for digital security.
The streaming service confirmed its first price hike since 2022, with standard subscriptions now going for $11.99 per month.
The big picture: Apple Music Raises Subscription Prices — signals where Hollywood is headed.
Portable fans are one of the easiest ways to stay cool during the summer, and you don’t have to spend much to find a decent one. If you’re looking for something more versatile, though, Shark’s ChillPill Personal Fan and Cooling System combines a rechargeable fan with a dry-tou...
The big picture: Shark’s versatile ChillPill cooling system is back to... — signals a shift in how we use technology.
NYC isn't just the setting for many of Marvel's comics, it's a central part of comic book history
Why it matters: Marvel’s Move To L.A. After 87 Years Means... could shake up the gaming landscape.
Rapper, who has a cameo role in Christopher Nolan’s epic, previously contributed end credits track to the director’s Tenet
The big picture: Travis Scott Teams With James Blake, Ludwig Goransson... — is making waves across platforms.
India's smartphone slowdown highlights how the AI boom is reshaping consumer electronics, from pricing and demand to corporate strategy.
TechCrunch reports: AI-driven memory crunch jolts India’s smartphone market — this may redefine how we interact with devices.
A lack of sirens and flood forecasting systems made the state’s Hill Country vulnerable to deadly floods last summer. That has changed.
The big picture: The Latest Texas Floods Tested Warning Systems. This... — advances our understanding of the world.
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 richest man in the world is suing his own users for taking advantage of his no-holds-barred, admittedly "spicy" generative AI app Grok.
AV Club reports: Elon Musk's xAI sues users for creating deepfake... — this reflects shifting cultural trends.
A new campaign by National Rail is encouraging music fans to step outside their comfort zone The post 41 per cent of people in the UK haven’t listened to a full album in a year, poll shows appeared first on NME.
Bottom line from NME: this is making waves across platforms.
When chained together, the two vulnerabilities allow threat actors to gain root-level capabilities on SonicWall's mobile access appliances.
Dark Reading reports: Inc Ransomware Exploits SonicWall SMA Zero-Days — this highlights growing cyber threats.
While Boris Nadezhdin is barred from running for parliament, blogger Ilya Remeslo is remanded in custody.
BBC World reports: One anti-war critic fined, another held as Russia... — this affects international relations.
Google didn't launch Gemini 3.5 Pro at Google I/O. Now, the company has blown past its promised launch date.
The big picture: Where is Gemini 3.5 Pro? The AI model... — signals a shift in how we use technology.
The "GasLand" and "Awake: A Dream from Standing Rock" filmmaker shares his life-changing experience crafting “The Welcome Table,” which follows climate migrants around the world.
The big picture: Filmmaker Josh Fox Knows All About the ‘Unfolding... — could reshape the box office conversation.
The talks come weeks after Anthropic announced a similar deal with Elon Musk's SpaceX to use the computing capacity at its Colossus 1 data center
Bottom line from CNBC: this could affect investors and consumers alike.
"Todd Blanche treated the meeting as a mere 'check-the-box' exercise intended to secure votes for his confirmation," said Epstein survivor Dani Bensky.
CNBC reports: Epstein victims blast Trump attorney general nominee Todd... — this hints at where the money is moving.
An error with the cloud computing giant’s billing operation caused some customers’ monthly bills to rise from a few cents to billions of dollars.
Why it matters: AWS Billing Glitch Hits Customers With Billion-Dollar Fees could change how developers build software.
Anyone can make a better Steam machine, and that's how Valve likes it.
PC Gamer reports: 'We're interested in having the whole PC catalog... — this could shake up the gaming landscape.
The FireSat program can spot wildfires that other satellites miss.
The big picture: Google-backed satellites for wildfire detection launch as smoke... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
In letters sent to Apple and Google, San Francisco City Attorney David Chiu said that both companies have long been aware that they are hosting apps in violation of state law.
Why it matters: Apple and Google ordered to purge ‘nudify’ apps... signals a shift in how we use technology.
The public is as depressed about the economy as it has been since the years just after the pandemic, according to the All-America Economic Survey.
CNBC reports: Economic outlook is worsening and Trump is getting... — this may shift market dynamics.
The collapse of a landmark Amazon soy pact will drive at least 1.4 million hectares (3.5 million acres) of extra deforestation in Brazil over the next decade, releasing carbon emissions equal to Canada's annual output, according to an analysis published Thursday.
Bottom line from Phys.org: this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
OpenAI's GPT-5.6 has accidentally wiped users' entire home directories in several cases, mostly in the unprotected "Full Access Mode." The model overwrites a temporary directory variable and carries out destructive actions on its own instead of asking for confirmation. OpenAI ...
The big picture: GPT-5.6 is deleting user files when given full... — marks a new chapter in AI development.
The singer-songwriter — and longtime friend of Snider, who died last year — champions those who perpetually have the deck stacked against them on an inspiring new album
Rolling Stone reports: Aaron Lee Tasjan Listens to the Spirit of... — this is making waves across platforms.
TikTok is starting to test an opt-in tool that scans for AI likenesses and lets creators report them to the company, as spotted by social media consultant Matt Navarra. The tool is initially being tested with "some" US creators, TikTok US spokesperson Zachary Kizer tells The V...
The Verge reports: TikTok is testing an AI likeness detection tool — this reshapes the tech landscape.
Marathon game director Joe Ziegler has announced that he's leaving Bungie for a new job, and his departure comes at a tumultuous time for the studio. Ziegler said in a note that taking over for him as game director on Marathon will be Del Chafe III, who was previously the a...
Bottom line from GameSpot: this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
The Season of Death Awakening might actually be saved.
Bottom line from PC Gamer: this is generating hype in the community.
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