Plus, everything to know about cardmember perks, sign-up bonuses and the top trending styles across fashion, beauty and home.
The big picture: Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2026: The Top 25 Deals... — is generating industry buzz.
“Tu Recuerdo” gives the singer a fifth champ on the tropical radio ranking.
Billboard reports: Maluma’s ‘Loco X Volver’ Spins Off a Second... — this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
The notorious New Jersey deli fraud case led to losses of more than $5 million for victims that included two U.S. universities.
Why it matters: $100M New Jersey deli fraudster James Patten sentenced... hints at where the money is moving.
According to current understanding, the universe is expanding—and is doing so at an accelerating rate. This is believed to be caused by something called the cosmological constant, which was first proposed by Albert Einstein in his theory of general relativity. In recent decade...
Phys.org reports: Does dark energy really exist? Our work identifies... — this opens new research frontiers.
Apple has shared a first look at Nido de Villanas, a tongue-in-cheek Mexican microdrama shot entirely on an iPhone 17 Pro, which is now available as 14 Shorts on YouTube.
9to5Mac reports: Apple promotes ‘Nido de Villanas,’ a Mexican microdrama... — this could change how developers build software.
"You're gonna need about 15 more apologies to any mom in the entire world," Lindsay Hubbard said to Whitney Fransway in the 'Summer House' spinoff's first-ever reunion — part one.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Macy's "Black Friday in July" sale knocks up to 60% off top brands like Nike, Tommy Hilfiger and Calvin Klein at discounted prices.
Billboard reports: Black Friday in July? Macy’s Drops Dozens of... — this could define this era of music.
For most adults, a daily caffeine habit may be safer for the heart than many people assume. A new American Heart Association review found that up to 400 milligrams of caffeine a day, roughly three to five cups of regular black coffee, is generally safe and may even be linked t...
Why it matters: Coffee may protect your heart but energy drinks... opens new research frontiers.
The four-year-old firm's latest fund is 60% larger than its second vehicle announced 18 months ago.
Bottom line from TechCrunch: this reshapes the tech landscape.
Israel's prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, is the target of an arrest warrant issued by the International Criminal Court related to the war on Gaza.
Why it matters: Mamdani says New York lacks authority to arrest... reflects a broader economic trend.
Avoiding guilt is a powerful motivator for charitable giving, according to a study in PNAS Nexus. Masahiko Haruno and colleagues ran two experiments to determine the most effective psychological framing to encourage donations to WaterAid, an NGO working to provide clean water ...
Phys.org reports: Leveraging social expectation for charitable donations — this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
July 16: Today, Hasbro announced a new licensing partnership with Nintendo for toys based on The Legend of Zelda. The collaboration begins in 2027. We should be getting our first look at what’s planned very soon. At San Diego Comic Con, three 6″ scale figures will be revealed....
Bottom line from Nintendo Everything: this may set a new standard for the genre.
The home appliance giant LG Electronics USA said this week it plans to suspend any apps built for its smart TVs that turn one's television into an always-on residential proxy node. The move comes less than a month after researchers found that more than 42 percent of games and ...
Bottom line from Krebs on Security: this exposes vulnerabilities that affect millions.
“Lead Me On” was named BMI’s gospel song of the year, while Capitol CMG Publishing received publisher of the year.
The big picture: Kierra Sheard Receives BMI Impact Award at 2026... — taps into a cultural moment.
Scientists have known for years that birds like geese and ibises gain an aerodynamic advantage from flying in a "V" formation. Now, researchers from Brown University have provided new insights into the nature of that advantage.
Why it matters: Birds flying in 'V' formation save energy with... could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
A pioneering study has revealed that by the turn of the next century, at least half a million more people in the UK will be at risk of coastal flooding—a 25% increase compared with now. The research, led by the Met Office and the University of Bristol, quantifies for the first...
Why it matters: Urgent cuts to global greenhouse gas emissions needed... could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
The nonprofit organization Games for Change announced the winners of the 2026 Games for Change Awards at the G4C Awards Ceremony. The ceremony was held during the annual Games for Change Festival in New York, hosted by actors Anjali Bhimani (“Overwatch,” “Ms. Marvel”) and Osri...
Bottom line from Variety: this signals where Hollywood is headed.
Samsung's next Galaxy Unpacked event is just around the corner, and the company is expected to take the wraps off a bunch of new devices. Based on the rumors and leaks we've seen so far, Samsung's next generation of foldables will likely be the stars of the show. Samsung is ex...
Why it matters: Samsung Galaxy Unpacked July 2026: How to watch may redefine how we interact with devices.
The K-pop girl group marks four years since its debut with a new anniversary film starring Minji, Hanni, Haerin & Hyein.
The big picture: NewJeans Celebrate Fourth Anniversary With New Special Film... — is making waves across platforms.
Sony Music Entertainment has once again sued the AI music generator Udio, alleging the startup illegally copied more than 30,000 songs from the likes of Beyoncé, Harry Styles and Elvis Presley to train its models. Sony first brought lawsuits against Udio and its competitor Sun...
Why it matters: Sony Music Files Another Lawsuit Against Udio, Alleges... is generating industry buzz.
Claude Code’s Mac app now lets users test iOS apps in an interactive simulator pane, provided they have Xcode with the iOS platform installed. Here are the details.
The big picture: Claude Code brings live iOS app testing into... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
The lead actor talks about his immortal diva's biggest breakdown yet.
The big picture: Sam Reid on ‘The Vampire Lestat’ Finale &... — shows where the music business is headed.
Jacob Elordi had a gruesome death on the final season of Euphoria and is giving insight into how that scene was shot. While making an appearance on ABC’s Jimmy Kimmel Live!, Elordi had a mini Euphoria reunion with co-star Colman Domingo, who is guest-hosting the late-night tal...
Bottom line from Deadline: this signals where Hollywood is headed.
A study by Pompeu Fabra University (UPF) analyzes Instagram discourse that associates the ideal of being a good mother with exclusive breastfeeding and fosters guilt among women who cannot or do not wish to breastfeed, often because of the difficulty of balancing it with other...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
From clothes and shoes, to skincare and accessories, these designer brands get a rare discount of up to 70% off online
Rolling Stone reports: From Armani to Zegna, These Are the Designer... — this is making waves across platforms.
Exports climbed 19.3%, while imports spiked 25.4% compared to June last year.
Why it matters: Japan exports and imports grow at fastest pace... signals changing business strategies.
In 2013, Sony tweaked Xbox by showing how easy it was to share a PlayStation disc. Now, gamers say Sony has become exactly what it mocked.
The big picture: Sony’s 'ironic' PlayStation disc decision upends gamer conventions... — could affect investors and consumers alike.
Jennifer Garner and Judy Greer were spotted on set of Netflix’s “13 Going on 30,” filming a scene with Emily Bader, who stars in the new reimagining with Logan Lerman. Garner — who played Jenna Rink, the awkward teenager magically transported into her 30-year-old life as a hig...
Why it matters: Jennifer Garner and Judy Greer to Appear in... is generating industry buzz.
The artwork fixes the dance pose the 'Project Hail Mary' actor has joked has haunted him for years, just in time for Damien Chazelle's Oscar-winning film to return to theaters starting Aug. 16.
Why it matters: ‘La La Land’ 10th Anniversary Poster Finally Corrects... signals where Hollywood is headed.
The starry film gave the acclaimed filmmaker his best-ever global launch, thanks to IMAX demand, trust for Nolan and Gen Z appeal: "There are tons of content creators breaking down his storytelling."
The big picture: How Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’ Conquered the Box... — reflects evolving audience tastes.
A new method at the University of Missouri could transform how Rocky Mountain spotted fever is diagnosed. The method detects the deadly tick-borne disease in just 40 minutes—a leap that could help patients get lifesaving treatment sooner. The study, "A rapid isothermal RPA–CRI...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
Global biotech firms are increasingly being drawn to Hong Kong for its growing investor base and proximity to Chinese pharmaceutical partners.
Why it matters: Wall Street can wait: Why one U.S. biotech... signals changing business strategies.
The Universal Pictures film will be directed by Craig Brewer, with Outer Banks star Jonathan Daviss playing the rap legend.
The big picture: Snoop Dogg Biopic Sets Release Date — shows where the music business is headed.
The star is known for his frequent collaborations with Guillermo Del Toro and his work on 'Sons of Anarchy,' among many roles.
Hollywood Reporter reports: ‘Hellboy’ Actor Ron Perlman Signs With Independent Artist... — this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
The star also revealed an unexpected relationship with one photographer who has followed her for 20 years and the "odd respect" they have for each other.
Hollywood Reporter reports: Jennifer Garner Opens Up About “Totally Ludicrous” Way... — this is generating industry buzz.
Poolside has released Laguna S 2.1, a 118B open-weight Mixture-of-Experts coding model with 8B active parameters per token and a 1M-token context. It matches or beats models several times its size on agentic coding benchmarks, ships under OpenMDW-1.1, and runs on a single NVID...
The big picture: Poolside Releases Laguna S 2.1, an Open-Weight Agentic... — could accelerate the AI arms race.
On the new Billboard Pop Shop Podcast, Katie & Keith are talking about what worked (and what got weird) at Sunday's jam-packed FIFA halftime.
Billboard reports: Did Shakira, BTS, Madonna & Justin Bieber Achieve... — this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
Global hunger declined for a third consecutive year in 2025, demonstrating that progress is possible. However, the improvements remain fragile, unevenly distributed and insufficient to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals by 2030, according to The State of Food Security a...
Why it matters: UN report: Global hunger levels ease for third... challenges existing scientific assumptions.
Nike is streamlining its online business in China as the company looks to stabilize pricing and branding and get back to growth.
The big picture: Nike to cut off thousands of online distributors... — hints at where the money is moving.
Oleksandr Syrskyi is dismissed after backlash over the removal of popular Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov.
BBC World reports: Zelensky sacks Ukraine's top army commander after days... — this has global implications.
On the heels of its weeks-long World Cup promotion, the delivery platform is dropping a one-day-only deal on orders at Sephora.
Why it matters: DoorDash Pushes Past Food Delivery, Offering Nearly Half... signals where Hollywood is headed.
The union president is getting involved in advocating for California’s AB 2319 at an “all-hands-on-deck moment for our industry.”
Hollywood Reporter reports: SAG-AFTRA Chief Sean Astin Pushes Gavin Newsom to... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
As Andy Burnham promises “breathing space” for households, millions are unable to buy items such as clothing, heating and food.
Why it matters: 'I can't afford to turn the oven on':... signals changing business strategies.
At last, a tech company has found a way to outsource humanity's oldest pastime: using our imaginations.
TechCrunch reports: Meta is testing an AI bedtime story app... — this could change how developers build software.
The Australian band trade loyalty for ultimate bragging rights on Hot Ones Versus while eating scorching wings & asking brutally honest questions.
Bottom line from Billboard: this could define this era of music.
Nintendo argues in a court filing that customers willingly paid the higher prices for consoles and accessories, and aren’t owed any money back.
Bottom line from CNET: this reshapes the tech landscape.
Mike Preston, known for playing settler leader Pappagallo in “Mad Max 2: The Road Warrior” and Detective Bob Delaney in the Australian series “Homicide,” died June 8 in Florida. He was 93. Preston’s death was confirmed to Variety by his wife, Josie Preston. Preston, who was bo...
Variety reports: Mike Preston, ‘Mad Max 2: The Road Warrior’... — this is generating industry buzz.
The Odyssey is on its way to a $20M Tuesday, we understand, and if it gets past $20.86M today, it will become Christopher Nolan’s best Tuesday ever at the domestic B.O., ahead of 2008’s The Dark Knight. Currently, among all Tuesdays this year, the pic starring Matt Damon, Anne...
The big picture: ‘The Odyssey’ Posts Powerful $20M Tuesday; 2nd U.S.... — reflects evolving audience tastes.
A 2-year-old is lying on the floor yelling, with their socks pulled off after spending 15 minutes trying to get them on in the first place. A caregiver might take a deep breath and think, "Here we go again—another 'terrible twos' tantrum."
The big picture: Not so terrible, after all: Two‑year‑olds just want... — could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
For decades, water utilities have relied on giant tanks filled with ion-exchange resin beads to remove perchlorate, a harmful industrial pollutant, from drinking water. The system works by attracting negatively charged perchlorate ions to positively charged resin beads, allowi...
Phys.org reports: Ruthenium nanoparticles convert captured perchlorate into harmless chloride... — this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
The North American leg of Doja's trek kicks off Oct. 1 in Detroit.
The big picture: Doja Cat & Latto Team Up for Sexy... — taps into a cultural moment.
He also worked for the animation studio UPA, CBS and United Artists Television, and his clients included Bob Hope, Jackie Gleason and The Jackson 5.
The big picture: Dixon Q. Dern, Entertainment Lawyer Who Represented Desilu... — could reshape the box office conversation.
Spain’s victory over Argentina in the World Cup final was watched by 62.8 million people in the U.S., breaking ratings records for both Fox and Telemundo. Fox averaged 38.9M viewers for Sunday’s final, and NBCUniversal’s Spanish-language broadcaster Telemundo brought in an add...
The big picture: World Cup Final Scores Nearly 63M Viewers Across... — is generating industry buzz.
Investors want to know when Capital One will begin to see more tangible benefits from its Discover and Brex deals.
CNBC reports: Capital One earnings were good enough but didn't... — this signals changing business strategies.
A literal minion army.
The big picture: Path of Exile 2 players broke the game... — reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
Scatena & Rosner Films has acquired distribution rights for North America, Australia and New Zealand for the LGBTQ indie dramedy “Actual Nobodies,” written and directed by Alex Wyse. S&R picked the film up at this year’s Cannes Market. Germany’s Media Luna New Films has secure...
The big picture: Indie LGBTQ Dramedy ‘Actual Nobodies’ Acquired by Scatena... — could reshape the box office conversation.
Despite her victory in a legal feud over royalties with Mary Bono last year, Cher must pay the eye-watering legal fees she racked up
Rolling Stone reports: Cher Must Pay Own $1 Million Legal Tab... — this is making waves across platforms.
Farlands recently made it to Nintendo Switch, and we’ve got the launch trailer. This new farming sim comes from JanduSoft. A bunch of information can be found in the following description: Seeking a change in your life, you saw an offer you couldn’t refuse; an entire planet a...
Nintendo Everything reports: Farlands launch trailer – new farming sim for... — this may set a new standard for the genre.
Personal and professional conversations about triumph and disappointment happen every day, but what is the most appropriate way to react when others share their news with us? New research by Bayes Business School (City St George's, University of London) reveals that a common r...
Phys.org reports: Research explains psychology of helping others feel better... — this opens new research frontiers.
Researchers from the Max Planck Institute for Intelligent Systems (MPI-IS), the Tübingen AI Center and Ellis Institute Tübingen have conducted a study that uncovers a mathematical strategy explaining how digital labor platforms can systematically suppress wages. The research, ...
The big picture: Gig platforms can simply 'wait out' workers to... — challenges existing scientific assumptions.
A select committee says it has heard "overwhelming evidence" that rising employment costs are reducing training and job vacancies.
Why it matters: Boost youth jobs by cutting employers' national insurance,... could affect investors and consumers alike.
Physical touch may be an important evolutionary tool to help manage social tension and keep the peace. That is according to a new study led by Durham University in the UK, analyzing behaviors of our closest ape relatives, bonobos and chimpanzees.
Phys.org reports: New study into humans' closest ape relatives suggests... — this opens new research frontiers.
Greek mythology is riddled with humans who become immortal, many as punishment for tangling with the gods. But not Christopher Nolan, the toast of the mortal world’s Mount Olympus — Hollywood. The opening-weekend success of his Imax epic “The Odyssey” cements Nolan as his own ...
The big picture: ‘The Odyssey’ Anoints Christopher Nolan as Hollywood’s Most... — is generating industry buzz.
Authorities in Germany and the U.S. dismantled the central infrastructure of Kratos, a phishing-as-a-service (PhaaS) platform with global reach, and its developer was arrested in Indonesia. [...]
Why it matters: Police dismantle Kratos phishing platform, arrest developer exposes vulnerabilities that affect millions.
Artificial Intelligence companies make vast claims about their tools replacing human labour - our charts show what's happening.
BBC Tech reports: Will AI help you do your job or... — this is one to watch for the industry.
Spain’s victory over Argentina at Sunday’s FIFA World Cup 2026 final broke the record books in the United States — averaging 38,937,000 viewers watch on Fox, making it the most-watched soccer telecast in U.S. TV history and most-watched FIFA World Cup final ever in the U.S., a...
Variety reports: Spain’s World Cup Win Breaks Ratings Records, Scores... — this could reshape the box office conversation.
There's no need to lose your streak - here's the 'Wordle' answer for today The post Today’s Wordle answer and hints for #1859 on July 22 appeared first on NME.
NME reports: Today’s Wordle answer and hints for #1859 on... — this shows where the music business is headed.
The Range Rover GT will debut as an EV with a hybrid version to follow.
Ars Technica reports: Range Rover answers the question: "What if we... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
It’s “the most car-like Range Rover ever created,” but will this all-electric grand tourer spoil Jaguar’s Type 01 party?
Wired reports: Is the All-New Range Rover GT Stepping on... — this could change how developers build software.
Here are hints, groups and answers for 'Connections' #1137 The post ‘Connections’ answers and hints for today, July 22 appeared first on NME.
The big picture: ‘Connections’ answers and hints for today, July 22 — reflects the changing sound of the industry.
Where in the world? The post Globle answer today – here’s the answer and hints for July 22 appeared first on NME.
NME reports: Globle answer today – here’s the answer and... — this taps into a cultural moment.
Mysterious high-speed "bullets"—clumps of possibly oxygen-rich gas traveling at up to 20 million miles per hour—have been discovered shooting out of the rarest stellar explosion in our galaxy.
Phys.org reports: Mysterious gas 'bullets' race from Milky Way's only... — this opens new research frontiers.
As legalized sports betting becomes increasingly accessible through mobile apps such as DraftKings and FanDuel, a new study by BYU finance professors finds that people are saving less to fuel gambling habits.
Phys.org reports: Legalization of sports betting has led to households... — this advances our understanding of the world.
If you’re in the market for an office chair, the SIHOO Doro C300 Pro V2 comes packed with personalization and comfort-focused features that deserve your attention.
The big picture: This ergonomic office chair packs premium comfort features... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
Ryan Gosling can sleep easier now knowing that the La La Land poster has been fixed from his “La La Hand.” To celebrate the 10th anniversary of the release of the Oscar-winning film, Lionsgate unveiled a new poster that modified Gosling’s hand position. Over the years, Gosling...
Bottom line from Deadline: this reflects evolving audience tastes.
Homeland Security's plans for an AI-powered border security system are still moving forward, according to a recent budget assessment.
Bottom line from Mashable: this signals a shift in how we use technology.
The cybersecurity-focused models, including GPT-5.6 Sol, broke out of a testing sandbox, exploited a zero-day, and gained access to the open internet to pull off the attack.
Wired reports: OpenAI Models Escaped Containment and Hacked Hugging Face — this may redefine how we interact with devices.
JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon warned this week long-term treasuries are not a good buy, even if stocks fall. Many investors already acted on that message this year.
CNBC reports: JPMorgan's Jamie Dimon made bearish call on treasury... — this hints at where the money is moving.
The singer joined legal experts to discuss reproductive freedom, mifepristone, and the future of abortion access in the US Olivia Rodrigo: Abortion Bans Are “Pro-Control, Not Pro-Life” Alex Krinsky
Why it matters: Olivia Rodrigo: Abortion Bans Are “Pro-Control, Not Pro-Life” shows where the music business is headed.
The Grammy winner also gave an update on her forthcoming Sister Rosetta Tharpe biopic.
Bottom line from Billboard: this is making waves across platforms.
Jared Palmer, who was picked to work directly with CEO Asha Sharma on the division's "most complex" problems, has taken a role at AI company Cognition.
PC Gamer reports: Xbox's new VP of engineering quits just 2... — this signals what players want next.
Spain's victory caps the most watched tournament ever in this country for both English- and Spanish-language broadcasts.
Hollywood Reporter reports: TV Ratings: World Cup Final Scores 63 Million... — this is generating industry buzz.
The mountain jewelflower inhabits a wide swath of California and Oregon, from summer-scorched foothills to high mountains where snow falls during winter. But it is already suffering from climate change, with plants in the mountains struggling to survive both summers and winter...
The big picture: A native California wildflower isn't keeping up with... — could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
Sustained supershear earthquake ruptures produce distinct ground-motion characteristics compared with subshear earthquakes, according to a study published in the Bulletin of the Seismological Society of America, with potential implications for current building codes and ground...
Phys.org reports: Simulations show distinct ground motion signatures of supershear... — this opens new research frontiers.
Sony Pictures is in early talks to lease and operate the legendary Cinerama Dome theater in Hollywood, Variety has confirmed. Sony has been actively moving into the exhibition business in the past few years, acquiring the Alamo Drafthouse chain in 2024 for its Sony Pictures Ex...
Why it matters: Sony Pictures Mulls Deal for Hollywood’s Cinerama Dome,... could reshape the box office conversation.
Kalshi and groups representing the casino and gaming industry and online sports betting apps, all have boosted their lobbying spending in 2026.
The big picture: Prediction markets and their opponents are spending more... — hints at where the money is moving.
The central bank didn't have access to Claude Mythos Preview as of mid-July, even as other institutions were racing to patch their vulnerabilities.
CNBC reports: The Fed rang the alarm about Anthropic's Mythos... — this may shift market dynamics.
A large-scale operation dubbed 'FakeGit' is pushing SmartLoader and StealC malware through 7,600 malicious GitHub repositories that accumulated more than 14 million downloads. [...]
The big picture: FakeGit campaign uses 7,600 GitHub repos to push... — exposes vulnerabilities that affect millions.
The System76 Thelio Mira Custom is a whisper-quiet 'boutique" Linux workstation that actually feels practical.
The big picture: I tested the System76 Thelio Mira: it's the... — could change how developers build software.
The iPhone maker is partnering with Klarna to 'help' people afford upgrades
Why it matters: Things Are So Bad Even Apple Is Implementing... reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
Scientists at the University of California, Riverside, have developed a new way to help gravitational-wave observatories see farther into the universe by solving one of their biggest challenges: tiny heat-induced distortions in the massive mirrors at the heart of the detectors.
Phys.org reports: New technique enables LIGO to peer farther into... — this opens new research frontiers.
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government wants workers to ditch the suit and tie for t-shirts, trainers - and shorts.
Bottom line from BBC Science: this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
The 31-date "Tour Ma Vie World Tour" launches in October. Latto Joins Doja Cat’s North American Tour As Special Guest Alex Young
Bottom line from Consequence of Sound: this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
By examining 200 years of demographic data from 237 countries and territories, Kenji Itao, of the RIKEN Center for Brain Science in Japan, discovered that universal mathematical laws describe how fertility declines as societies develop, providing a new framework for understand...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this opens new research frontiers.
A black hole may be stirring a "pot" of gas containing a neighboring galaxy in the early universe, according to a new study published in Astronomy & Astrophysics that used observations from NASA's Chandra X-ray Observatory. The galaxy slowly being "cooked" is named MQN01 J0041...
The big picture: Black hole jet may be stirring gas cloud... — could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
Apple’s requests to overturn a $634 million patent verdict and secure a new trial in its long-running legal battle with Masimo were denied. Here are the details.
Why it matters: Apple loses bid to overturn $634 million Masimo... could change how developers build software.
Many server makers are seeing faster growth as companies race to deploy artificial intelligence servers.
Why it matters: Super Micro surges 15% on new order and... reflects a broader economic trend.
Some 400 years ago, a member of the Indigenous Potano-Timucua tribe scooped up some clay and carefully molded it into a modest vessel, small enough to rest in the palm of their hand. You can imagine their fingers pressing a tight crease around the pot's simple rim and smoothin...
Why it matters: Students unearth rare, centuries-old pot at Florida Spanish... challenges existing scientific assumptions.
On Monday, District 9 and Gran Turismo director Neill Blomkamp unveiled his latest project: a 13-minute sci-fi short titled Nightborne that's loosely based on Peter Watts' 2014 novel Echopraxia. The short comes from Blomkamp's new AI startup / production company, Barley Studio...
Why it matters: Neill Blomkamp’s new zombie AI ‘film’ is just... may redefine how we interact with devices.
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on Tuesday said that the ongoing outbreak of cyclosporiasis is "under control."
CNBC reports: RFK Jr. says cyclospora outbreak is 'under control' — this signals changing business strategies.
Dixon Q. Dern, a longtime Hollywood attorney who helped shape modern entertainment law through many innovative business deals, died July 19. He was 97. Born in Colorado Springs, Colorado, Dern earned undergraduate and law degrees from Stanford University. He came to Los Angele...
Variety reports: Dixon Dern, Influential Entertainment Lawyer, Dies at 97 — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
Find out how to watch Steven Spielberg's 'Disclosure Day' at home, including when and where it will be streaming.
Mashable reports: Disclosure Day is now available to watch on... — this is one to watch for the industry.
New video evidence has revealed whale sharks, the largest fish in the sea, are serial snackers, feeding on large amounts of small prey at all ocean depths, according to research led by the Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS) and Murdoch University.
Bottom line from Phys.org: this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
An international research team led by the Medical University of Vienna has investigated a new peptide derived from cone snail venom that significantly reduced inflammation-induced pain in an animal model. Crucially, its effect takes hold immediately after subcutaneous injectio...
Why it matters: Cone snail venom peptide could enable injectable non-opioid... could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
A whole lotta people were curious about the whereabouts of the Avengers. The first trailer for “Avengers: Doomsday” has been viewed a staggering 503 million times over 24 hours. That ranks as the second-biggest movie trailer launch of all time, behind Sony’s upcoming Marvel ad...
Variety reports: ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ Trailer Hits 503 Million Views in... — this signals where Hollywood is headed.
Ian Faria's feature debut turns a slasher premise into unexpectedly compassionate showbiz satire.
The big picture: ‘Big Break’ Review: Sketch Comedy Group Simple Town... — may set a new benchmark for the genre.
"Somewhere, Karl Marx is smiling," the media company founder wrote in an op-ed, calling current markets a "smoke-filled backroom."
Why it matters: Billionaire Mike Bloomberg warns Trump’s AI ownership plan... reflects a broader economic trend.
In addition to 3.6 Flash, Google today is also updating Gemini for macOS with the Neural Expressive redesign.
The big picture: Gemini for macOS gets Neural Expressive, AI Mode... — reshapes the tech landscape.
Occasionally I will see a game that opts for an artstyle so complex and involved that will clearly take years to make, leaving me with an unbridled fear of the gamey part being not very good. I'm talking about games like Harold Halibut, where the entire thing is stop-motion. D...
Bottom line from Rock Paper Shotgun: this could shake up the gaming landscape.
As of July 20, the public can access data from the two powerful radar instruments aboard the NISAR (NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar) satellite. Teams in the United States and India will release files processed from the satellite's L-band and S-band radars on an ongoing basi...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
Deep learning approaches have transformed how scientists predict the activity and function of DNA sequences in the genome. A new AI tool called Corgi (Context-aware Regulatory Genomics Inference), developed by Martin Vingron's bioinformatics group at the Max Planck Institute f...
The big picture: AI tool predicts how DNA sequences switch on... — adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
OpenAI says its AI models mistakenly breached open-source AI platform Hugging Face during internal testing. In a blog post on Tuesday, OpenAI writes that GPT-5.6 Sol and "an even more capable pre-release model" discovered vulnerabilities within their sandboxed testing environm...
Why it matters: OpenAI says it accidentally hacked Hugging Face with... signals a shift in how we use technology.
The coalition of companies aims to address a growing labor shortage by promoting careers in the skilled trades, the firms said.
Bottom line from CNBC: this could affect investors and consumers alike.
Researchers pointed to fragmentation of the ransomware ecosystem, the emergence of new attackers, and expansion of attacks on less defended organizations.
Bottom line from Dark Reading: this is a wake-up call for digital security.
The Splatoon franchise has historically focused on chaotic multiplayer mayhem that pits teams against each other to see who can emerge from the paint victorious. While the games have featured campaigns, these supplementary modes have largely felt more like training grounds tha...
Why it matters: How Long Is Splatoon Raiders is generating hype in the community.
EXCLUSIVE: Woody Harrelson is among the producers on a new documentary about one of Austin’s legendary music venues, Armadillo World Headquarters. The feature-length doc, currently in development, is set to chronicle the rise, cultural impact and enduring legacy of the venue t...
Deadline reports: Woody Harrelson To Produce Documentary On Legendary Austin... — this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
A research team consisting of researcher Somi Joo, Professor Changjun Lee and Professor Daeho Lee from the Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU) Department of Artificial Intelligence Convergence have published a study comprehensively analyzing the opportunities and risks of using gen...
The big picture: Uncovering multidimensional effects of generative AI on learning — advances our understanding of the world.
A team of international scientists led by Dr. Ariel Malinsky-Buller, together with Ph.D. students David Nora, Ioannis Oikonomou and Dominik Rogall from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, has uncovered new insights into the strategic decision-making and survival techniques of ...
Phys.org reports: Ancient stone tools reveal complex nomadic lifestyles in... — this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
With the Halo: Campaign Evolved release date looming, it's not too late to get early access to play the reboot of the first game in the Halo franchise before most other people. While Campaign Evolved will be on Game Pass from day one, there are a few extra steps you'll nee...
The big picture: How To Get Halo: Campaign Evolved Early Access — may set a new standard for the genre.
The Halo: Campaign Evolved release date is right around the corner, and it's coming even sooner for those that have early access. Campaign Evolved takes players back to the first game in the series, adding new missions and overhauling the graphics. In a teaser posted to the...
GameSpot reports: Is Halo: Campaign Evolved Steam Deck Verified? — this may set a new standard for the genre.
EXCLUSIVE: Veteran talent agent Josiah Akinyele is leaving Innovative Artists after 17 years to transition to management. He has joined ColorCreative, the management and production company co-founded by Issa Rae, Deniese Davis, and Talitha Watkins, as a manager. Akinyele will ...
Bottom line from Deadline: this could reshape the box office conversation.
Choosing the right hiring platforms for your small business can help you compete with bigger corporations — here's everything you need to know to find employees with the right skills
Bottom line from Rolling Stone: this could define this era of music.
Universal Pictures is releasing the Snoop Dogg biopic, Snoop, on August 6, 2027. The movie takes the place of the Untitled Universal Event Film. Universal has had a great streak with musical biopics, taking Lionsgate’s Michael Jackson movie Michael past $1 billion global, havi...
Deadline reports: Snoop Dogg Biopic From Universal Hits Theaters Next... — this signals where Hollywood is headed.
The critically endangered sand tiger shark (Carcharias taurus) appears to have found a refuge off the northern coast of the state of São Paulo, Brazil, for mating and reproduction. This was revealed in a study conducted by scientists and divers in the Alcatrazes Archipelago, a...
Why it matters: São Paulo archipelago serves as a breeding ground... adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
Penn Engineers have developed PeptiVerse, an AI-powered platform that predicts key chemical and biological properties of peptides, strings of amino acids whose medical potential has been demonstrated by the success of GLP-1 drugs, widely used weight-loss treatments.
Phys.org reports: Open-source AI predicts key peptide traits before costly... — this opens new research frontiers.
Though the Television Academy announced plans to cut five categories from the 2026 Primetime Emmys, the decision is likely not set in stone.
The big picture: Will the Emmys Bring Back Cut Categories? History... — reflects evolving audience tastes.
Kartemquin Films has always been guided by the motto “Democracy through Documentary,” as author Patricia Aufderheide notes in her book Kartemquin Films: Documentaries on the Frontlines of Democracy. For generations, the Chicago-based institution has been producing some of the ...
Bottom line from Deadline: this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Black Bear Releasing has hired Bianca Parkes as their new Head of Marketing and Heather Phillips as their new Head of Publicity. Parkes joins from Neon where she led creative campaigns for Best Picture winners and hit genre films. Phillips is longtime publicity vet having work...
Bottom line from Deadline: this is generating industry buzz.
Anthea Hartig rejected a White House report accusing the Smithsonian of “ideological capture” and anti‑American bias.
Why it matters: Smithsonian director derides a White House report branding... reflects a broader economic trend.
The latest large language models have high false-positive rates and fail to take into account the context of scans, leading to more work for AppSec professionals.
The big picture: Using LLMs to Find and Prioritize Vulnerabilities Is... — highlights growing cyber threats.
From time to time, Apple shares real-life stories of users who received potentially life-saving help from the Apple Watch’s safety features. Today, the company published a new video recounting how Fall Detection and Emergency SOS helped rescue an injured cyclist. You can watch...
Why it matters: Apple shares true story video on how Apple... is one to watch for the industry.
Ready to become the Master of Magnetism? Welcome to the Magneto Character Guide! Master all his moves, learn how the debris can boost your moves, and how to turn them into deadly projectiles to spice up your combos! MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls is coming to PS5 and PC on...
Bottom line from GameSpot: this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
The insurer is the first sponsor in league history to secure both jersey patch placements on a WNBA uniform.
The big picture: Cleveland’s WNBA team doesn’t play until 2028 but... — could affect investors and consumers alike.
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