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China's Moonshot AI stole from Anthropic, Trump tech adviser says
The allegations come as Chinese AI companies are facing increased US government scrutiny.
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Kevin Feige Wants To Add Miles Morales’ Spider-Man To MCU After ‘Spider-Verse’ Films End: “We Definitely Have Plans”
After the MCU expanded on Peter Parker’s Spider-Verse, Kevin Feige hopes to have fan-favorite Miles Morales swing by the franchise. The Marvel Studios boss recently teased plans for Spider-Man’s Black alter ego make a live-action appearance in a future movie, once he’s done sa...
Bottom line from Deadline: this is generating industry buzz.
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Alphabet and Tesla test Wall Street's patience as AI spending overshadows growth
Shares of Alphabet and Tesla dipped after the companies reported massive spending increases in their quarterly earnings reports.
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Oil prices climb after tanker struck off Saudi Arabia, Trump escalates Iran threats
Oil prices rose after U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to bomb Iranian infrastructure in response to any attacks on ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz.
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Spencer Pratt Tears Into Gavin Newsom, Rob Bonta Over Paramount Lawsuit in Lengthy Video Rant
The former mayoral candidate and reality TV villain accuses California's governor and attorney general of "crippling" Hollywood over politics.
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Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream 1.0.4 update out now, patch notes
Nintendo just put out the latest update for Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, and with it, players can get their hands on version 1.0.4. The past few patches have centered around bug fixes. No surprises here, as that’s the primary purpose of the latest update. The full notice ...
Nintendo Everything reports: Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream 1.0.4 update out... — this may set a new standard for the genre.
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Nintendo Switch Online adds Splatoon Raiders icons
Going along with the launch of Splatoon Raiders, new icons have just been added to Nintendo Switch Online. You probably know the drill by now: icons are available for characters, backgrounds, and frames. For characters, you’ll need to spend 10 Platinum Points on My Nintendo. B...
Bottom line from Nintendo Everything: this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
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Where to Find a Commonwealth Games 2026 Livestream in the U.S. to Watch the Event for Free
Some of the best summer athletes in the world are heading to Scotland for the 2026 Commonwealth Games. A quadrennial event dating back to 1930, the Commonwealth Games unites thousands of athletes from more than 70 nations across the British Commonwealth — I.e. countries that a...
Variety reports: Where to Find a Commonwealth Games 2026 Livestream... — this could reshape the box office conversation.
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Rhythm Heaven Groove icons added to Nintendo Switch Online
July 1: Rhythm Heaven Groove fans can now celebrate the game’s release with new icons on Nintendo Switch Online. They’re available now for both Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch. You can claim designs for characters, backgrounds, and frames. If you’re going for a character, it’ll c...
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Nintendo Music – list of all games included
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Bottom line from Nintendo Everything: this signals what players want next.
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Ransomware Attack Puts a Chill On Japanese Frozen-Food Chain
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Why it matters: Ransomware Attack Puts a Chill On Japanese Frozen-Food... should prompt a review of your own security.
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Why we're sticking with Alphabet despite an imperfect quarter and more AI spending
The market isn't in a forgiving mood, but we're not in a hurry to leave this stock behind.
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MacBook Neo 2: Here’s everything we know so far
Apple released the all-new MacBook Neo earlier this year, and it’s been a resounding success by all indications. Here’s everything we know so far about what’s next for Apple’s most affordable laptop …
Why it matters: MacBook Neo 2: Here’s everything we know so... may redefine how we interact with devices.
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‘Stuart Fails to Save the Universe’ Creator Says ‘Big Bang’ Character Was “Worst Choice” To Lead Spin-Off, “Which Made Him The Perfect Choice”
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Bottom line from Deadline: this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
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Travis Scott Says He Was “Nervous as F” About Acting in Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’
The rapper also recorded the original song "When I’m Home" for the closing credits.
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Lego’s Donkey Kong arcade machine lets Mario jump endless barrels — Miyamoto is reportedly happy
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Bottom line from The Verge: this signals a shift in how we use technology.
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US signs landmark nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia
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Bottom line from BBC World: this affects international relations.
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Extreme heat wave grips Tunisia as wide power cuts fuel frustration
In Tunisia, long power outages across the country have added to the strain of an intense heat wave, with temperatures as high as 49°C (120°F), leaving many fearing for their livelihoods.
Bottom line from Phys.org: this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
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Watch Guitarricadelafuente’s Dreamy Television Debut on ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’
The Spanish singer-songwriter played a celestial version of his song "BABIECA!"
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D4vd Murder Case: A Timeline of the Investigation & Charges Over Celeste Rivas Hernandez’s Death
Billboard is tracking developments in the singer's criminal case for allegedly killing the 14-year-old and dismembering her body.
The big picture: D4vd Murder Case: A Timeline of the Investigation... — is making waves across platforms.
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Canada's 'powerful' dairy sector is in Trump's trade crosshairs
Canada's dairy supply management system is in the spotlight after the US president singled it out as one of three main irritants used to justify new tariffs.
Bottom line from BBC World: this demands attention beyond borders.
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Hasbro reveals The Legend of Zelda: Heroes of Hyrule toys [update: pre-orders live]
Original: The wait is over, as Hasbro has officially revealed the first images of its new The Legend of Zelda action figure line, known as Heroes of Hyrule. The collectibles are based on The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, rather than the upcoming live-action movie as s...
Bottom line from Nintendo Everything: this is generating hype in the community.
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Watch Kacey Musgraves Serve Sultry & Sweet in ‘Mexico Honey’ Music Video
Filmed in Mexico, the romantic visual doubles as a love letter to the country that inspired the track.
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D4vd Made Millions From His Interscope Record Deal Before Murder Investigation, Court Hears
Prosecutors are trying to prove that the singer killed Celeste Rivas Hernandez to protect his lucrative music career.
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Gustavo Dudamel Takes You Inside How He Created His World Cup Halftime Show | All Access
Gustavo Dudamel shows you how he created his segment in the World Cup Halftime show. From working with Chris Martin to BTS, keep watching to see how it all came to life! Tetris Kelly: Gustavo Dudamel brought huge energy and surprises to the first ever World Cup halftime show, ...
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Paramount Seeks Three-Day Evidentiary Hearing As Judge Considers Preliminary Injunction To Halt Warner Bros. Discovery Merger
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The big picture: Paramount Seeks Three-Day Evidentiary Hearing As Judge Considers... — signals where Hollywood is headed.
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After shocking quarter, IBM insists that AI isn’t killing the mainframe
After IBM's stock crashed last week on warnings of poor mainframe sales, the CEO explained that AI wrecked corporate hardware budget, temporarily.
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The new Warhammer Blood Bowl published by Slitherine will be out in fall, and I'm looking forward to it because I enjoy pain I guess
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Genome tool places large genetic sequences precisely in rice and tobacco without DNA breaks
Researchers at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) have developed a new way to add large pieces of genetic information to plants, overcoming a challenge that has limited plant biotechnology for decades. The advance could help scientists build more comple...
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‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Expand Funko Collab With Saja Boys Blind Box and Worldwide Chase
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Southwest Airlines' third-quarter forecast falls short as fuel bill climbs
Southwest Airlines reported a more than 9% increase in second-quarter profit as higher fares are increasingly helping the airline cover its fuel tab.
Bottom line from CNBC: this hints at where the money is moving.
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Anthropic and SpaceX just handed Google the biggest profit quarter in company history—on paper
A $99 billion markup on stakes in Anthropic and SpaceX delivered more than two-thirds of Alphabet's stunning $112 billion profit.
Fortune reports: Anthropic and SpaceX just handed Google the biggest... — this signals changing business strategies.
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Even camels can't cope: Africa's ships of the desert hit by rising temperatures
Herders and experts tell the BBC how Africa's camels are suffering because of extreme heat.
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A longer, hotter reality surrounds marine heat waves, research reveals
Anyone who has boiled a pot of water understands that it takes both time and energy to raise the temperature, so it may come as a surprise to learn that scientists have long treated marine heat waves (MHWs) as isolated events. New research led by William & Mary's VIMS & Batten...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
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Vivid Seats Offering 10% Off Discount for Military, First Responders, Teachers, Nurses, and Students
A deal for people who serve the community. Vivid Seats Offering 10% Off Discount for Military, First Responders, Teachers, Nurses, and Students Consequence Staff
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Google Wallet rolls out built-in order tracking with Gmail on Android
Google Wallet for Android users in the US can now access a new order tracking experience powered by Gmail.
The big picture: Google Wallet rolls out built-in order tracking with... — could change how developers build software.
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Russia's businesses under strain from Ukraine's attacks on Wildberries
Ukrainian drones have hit several retail warehouses belonging to Russia's biggest online retailer Wildberries in a matter of days.
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Today’s Wordle answer and hints for #1860 on July 23
There's no need to lose your streak - here's the 'Wordle' answer for today The post Today’s Wordle answer and hints for #1860 on July 23 appeared first on NME.
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Globle answer today – here’s the answer and hints for July 23
Where in the world? The post Globle answer today – here’s the answer and hints for July 23 appeared first on NME.
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Marine animals first colonized empty seashells about 470 million years ago
An international study led by researchers from the University of Tartu shows that approximately 470 million years ago, a significant ecological change took place in the world's oceans: For the first time, the interiors of empty mollusk shells began to be used as habitats. This...
Why it matters: Marine animals first colonized empty seashells about 470... advances our understanding of the world.
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Netflix Reteams With Yeon Sang-ho for ‘Parasyte: Tamiya’ Series
The 'Parasyte: The Grey' follow-up will star Japanese actress Shioli Kutsuna as the original manga's fan-favorite parasite Ryoko Tamiya — a human, a monster and something in between.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this signals where Hollywood is headed.
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Yeon Sang-ho Returns to ‘Parasyte’ Universe With ‘Tamiya,’ Starring Shioli Kutsuna, at Netflix
Yeon Sang-ho is returning to the “Parasyte” universe with “Parasyte: Tamiya,” a new live-action series starring Shioli Kutsuna for Netflix, set to stream in 2027. The series marks another collaboration between Netflix and Yeon (“Hellbound,” “Parasyte: The Grey”), who developed...
Why it matters: Yeon Sang-ho Returns to ‘Parasyte’ Universe With ‘Tamiya,’... could reshape the box office conversation.
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Street Fighter 6 Yasmine High Level Gameplay (CPU Level 7)
Yasmine is a mixup monster. Yasmine excels in the mid and close range, rushing down her opponents with multi hitting attacks and tricky air mobility. And once Yasmine has the advantage, she can further lockdown her foe with an offensive boomerang special, providing an oppor...
GameSpot reports: Street Fighter 6 Yasmine High Level Gameplay (CPU... — this signals what players want next.
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ServiceNow CEO defends the company's relevancy, touting a kill switch for rogue AI agents
ServiceNow CEO Bill McDermott said the company is becoming increasingly important as businesses deploy more autonomous AI agents.
Bottom line from CNBC: this hints at where the money is moving.
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Watch: What we know about the US-Saudi nuclear deal
The BBC's Sarah Smith explains the implications of the landmark cooperation agreement between both countries.
Why it matters: Watch: What we know about the US-Saudi nuclear... could reshape the global order.
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Tom Holland Shares Fred Astaire Biopic Update, Wants To Film Dance Scenes As Oners: “How He Would Have Done It”
With a big summer that includes promoting The Odyssey and Spider-Man: Brand New Day, Tom Holland is ready to strap into his dancing shoes for his next role. Nearly five years after he revealed he’d be leading a Fred Astaire biopic, the actor recently shared an update on the Pa...
Bottom line from Deadline: this is generating industry buzz.
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I regret to report that the AIs are weebs, too
An April 2026 study indicates LLMs display a "disproportionate prominence of Japan" when asked questions about culture.
PC Gamer reports: I regret to report that the AIs are... — this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
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Darren Aronofsky’s AI Firm Primordial Soup Looking To Raise $15M
Darren Aronofsky’s company Primordial Soup plans to raise $15 million to further its ambitions in AI. The fundraising goal was disclosed last week in an SEC filing. Primordial Soup, which launched in 2025, has been fairly prolific during its short existence. It partnered last ...
Deadline reports: Darren Aronofsky’s AI Firm Primordial Soup Looking To... — this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
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Apple updates macOS 28 guidance with direct encrypted HFS+ to APFS conversion
Users who rely on encrypted HFS+ drives will no longer need to decrypt them before converting them to APFS for macOS 28 compatibility. Here’s what that means.
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Quantum internet leaves the lab with first real-world entanglement over busy telecom fiber
Quantum information is notoriously fragile. Internet traffic is anything but. Yet Northwestern University scientists have demonstrated they can peacefully coexist inside the same fiber-optic cable.
The big picture: Quantum internet leaves the lab with first real-world... — advances our understanding of the world.
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Cursor Releases Cursor Router: A Request-Level Classifier Delivering Frontier Coding Quality at 30–50% Lower Cost
Cursor has made Cursor Router generally available for Teams and Enterprise plans. The system classifies each request on query, context, task complexity and domain, then routes it to the most suitable model. Cursor reports frontier-quality output at 60% savings in online A/B te...
Why it matters: Cursor Releases Cursor Router: A Request-Level Classifier Delivering... raises questions about AI's role.
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Belmont University to House Johnny Cash’s Personal Archives
The archives will be part of the new Johnny Cash Learning Center at Belmont University's Mike Curb College of Entertainment & Music Business.
Why it matters: Belmont University to House Johnny Cash’s Personal Archives reflects the changing sound of the industry.
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Tesla misses on earnings, as free cash flow turns negative and margins slide
Tesla's earnings report lands in the midst of a slide in the company's stock price even as its core auto business is rebounding.
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Shaken, Soaked and Seasick: What It’s Like to Survive ‘The Odyssey’ in 4DX
There’s no question that seeing Christopher Nolan’s epic “The Odyssey” in 70mm and Imax – or both – is an expansive and breathtaking experience. But for cinephiles who have already checked off those formats on their list, what’s it like to watch the Matt Damon-starring, three-...
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Light-driven chemistry method could create antiviral compound libraries 10 to 100 times larger within weeks
As the world faces new and often untreatable viral threats, Simon Fraser University researchers have found a way to cut years off the time it takes to discover antiviral drugs. The new research enables scientists to quickly create large libraries of nucleoside analogs (NAs), c...
Why it matters: Light-driven chemistry method could create antiviral compound libraries... opens new research frontiers.
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Trump threatens to target Iran's bridges and power plants if Hormuz attacks persist
Donald Trump says the US will respond any time Iranian forces shoot at a ship in the Strait of Hormuz.
The big picture: Trump threatens to target Iran's bridges and power... — reflects broader geopolitical shifts.
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Jimothy, the Viral Raccoon, Scurries Across Your Screen in Google Animation
The short-spined critter also has a bobblehead, art contest, police sketch and recently won a race at a Seattle Mariners game.
CNET reports: Jimothy, the Viral Raccoon, Scurries Across Your Screen... — this is one to watch for the industry.
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Indian police cracked down on 'cockroach' protesters. They went home and made memes about it
For 'cockroach' protesters, reels and memes became a way of documenting fear, making sense of violence and refusing to let it have the last word.
The big picture: Indian police cracked down on 'cockroach' protesters. They... — could reshape the global order.
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‘Doctor Strange’ Director Says Elon Musk ‘Doesn’t Know S— About Cinema’ After Musk Vows to Make AI ‘Odyssey’: ‘His Opinions on Art Are Worthless’
Elon Musk’s crusade against Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey” has raised eyebrows in Hollywood after the newly minted trillionaire vowed that before the end of the year, his AI tool Grok “will make a full-length movie of The Odyssey that is historically accurate and true to th...
The big picture: ‘Doctor Strange’ Director Says Elon Musk ‘Doesn’t Know... — reflects evolving audience tastes.
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‘Star Trek: Strange New Worlds’ Cast, Co-Showrunner Talk Playing With Genres in Season 4, ‘Joyful Curiosity,’ and That Puppet Episode
The team behind “Star Trek: Strange New Worlds” took the stage at 92NY in New York on Tuesday to delve into what fans can expect from Season 4 of the Paramount+ series. Series stars Anson Mount (Capt. Pike), Celia Rose Gooding (Ensign Uhura), Melissa Navia (Lt. Ortegas), and C...
The big picture: ‘Star Trek: Strange New Worlds’ Cast, Co-Showrunner Talk... — is generating industry buzz.
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John Paulson says we are in the early stages of a long-term bull market for gold
He said demand for bullion continues to broaden, led by central banks that have been adding to their reserves alongside growing private-sector interest.
The big picture: John Paulson says we are in the early... — signals changing business strategies.
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A year after deadly jet crash at Bangladesh school, families demand answers
This week marks one year since a military jet struck a school in Dhaka, killing 36, most of them children.
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Meta won’t have to face the next planned social media addiction trial
Less than a week before Meta's lawyers were set to return to a Los Angeles courtroom, the plaintiff accusing the platform of inflicting harm dropped the case. Brought by 15-year-old Florida plaintiff going by initials R.K.C., the case was set to be the second in a set of bellw...
Why it matters: Meta won’t have to face the next planned... is one to watch for the industry.
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Blocked by censors, China's animal lovers take fight against abuse offline and overseas
The killing of a dog and her puppies in Guangdong has sparked outrage inside and outside the country.
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Google justifies its massive AI spending with a booming cloud business
Google's cloud business is thriving, as companies adopting its AI and AI infrastructure services help the tech giant to report record profits.
TechCrunch reports: Google justifies its massive AI spending with a... — this is one to watch for the industry.
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Ex-Assassin’s Creed Hexe Director Explains Why Trying To Get Things Done With 1,000-Person Teams Felt Like ‘Pissing Upstream’
Clint Hocking, the first Assassin's Creed Hexe director to exit the project this year, recounted the 'disconnected' process of developing Ubisoft's Watch Dogs: Legion
Why it matters: Ex-Assassin’s Creed Hexe Director Explains Why Trying To... could shake up the gaming landscape.
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Water-surface vortices drive tiny rotors without electricity, magnets or chemicals
Reliably generating controlled miniature rotations has long been a challenge: Chemical propulsion systems wear out, and methods that use electric or magnetic fields require complex setups. A team from KIT's Institute of Microstructure Technology (IMT) and the Suzhou Institute ...
The big picture: Water-surface vortices drive tiny rotors without electricity, magnets... — challenges existing scientific assumptions.
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‘Someone’s Daughter’ Review: François Arnaud Nauseates in Striking Rape-Revenge Thriller
Wiebke von Carolsfeld casts the "Heated Rivalry" actor and co-star Pascale Bussières as an accused rapist and his defense attorney, stranded in the wilderness by a man they once faced in court.
Why it matters: ‘Someone’s Daughter’ Review: François Arnaud Nauseates in Striking... reflects evolving audience tastes.
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Netflix just dropped its wildest true crime doc in years
An Anaheim love triangle is way more twisted that you could predict in Netflix's latest true crime doc, "A Toxic Love Story."
The big picture: Netflix just dropped its wildest true crime doc... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
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The smartest language lessons still start with human experts
Get Babbel Lifetime for $159 through July 31 and learn all 14 available languages with one purchase.
Why it matters: The smartest language lessons still start with human... may redefine how we interact with devices.
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U.S. signs nuclear power agreement with Saudi Arabia
The agreement will provide U.S. companies with access to Saudi Arabia's nuclear energy program, the Department of Energy said.
The big picture: U.S. signs nuclear power agreement with Saudi Arabia — may shift market dynamics.
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Neill Blomkamp irks fans with his new AI-short film
Neill Blomkamp's AI-generated short film, Nightborne, is facing backlash for being derivative and boring.
Mashable reports: Neill Blomkamp irks fans with his new AI-short... — this reshapes the tech landscape.
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Research-Grade EdgeBench Analysis: AI Agent Benchmarking, Leaderboard Analytics, Scaling Laws, and Evaluation Metrics
In this tutorial, we explore EdgeBench as a practical benchmark for evaluating advanced AI agents across diverse task categories, runtime environments, and interaction-time budgets. We begin by downloading the dataset snapshot from Hugging Face, parsing the released task speci...
Why it matters: Research-Grade EdgeBench Analysis: AI Agent Benchmarking, Leaderboard Analytics,... highlights the rapid pace of AI adoption.
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Noah Kahan, Aimee Mann, Dropkick Murphys Push for Ticket Price Caps on Resale in Massachusetts
"Our art is not a commodity to be bought and resold at extreme markups against our wishes," the artists wrote in a letter published Wednesday.
Hollywood Reporter reports: Noah Kahan, Aimee Mann, Dropkick Murphys Push for... — this signals where Hollywood is headed.
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Hello Sunshine’s Head of TV and Film on 10 Years of Reese Witherspoon’s Production Company, ‘Big Little Lies’ Season 3, Apple’s ‘Lucky’ and More ‘Elle’
Lauren Neustadter and Reese Witherspoon are having a big summer, with back-to-back high-profile releases: July’s debuts of “Legally Blonde” prequel series “Elle” on Amazon’s Prime Video and the Anya Taylor-Joy-led action miniseries “Lucky” at Apple TV. Premiering just two week...
Why it matters: Hello Sunshine’s Head of TV and Film on... signals where Hollywood is headed.
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Pixel Watch 5 specs leak with no chip upgrade, but more RAM
The Pixel Watch 5 is expected to look identical to last year’s model, but the similarities might also extend to the specs and chip.
9to5Google reports: Pixel Watch 5 specs leak with no chip... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
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Upbound says hack caused $13 million in fraudulent Acima leases
The Upbound Group fintech company disclosed that threat actors who stole data from its systems leveraged it to create $13 million in Acima leases. [...]
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Miyamoto says Nintendo receives global support because it thinks of fun and its fans first instead of what’s trending, not interested in terms like ‘recouping costs’
Nintendo has had massive staying power, and you could argue that the company is more popular than ever. Nintendo Switch has ended up as one of the best-selling consoles of all time while Switch 2 is off to a strong start as well. Then you obviously have franchises to think abo...
The big picture: Miyamoto says Nintendo receives global support because it... — signals what players want next.
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MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls Official Blade Character Gameplay Guide
Learn how Blade turns every fight into a hunt. From Heartstopper pins and instant gap-closers to Muramasa’s red-hot power, discover the tools, pressure, and precision that make him a deadly threat. MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls is coming to PS5 and PC on August 6th, 2026 PT!
GameSpot reports: MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls Official Blade Character Gameplay... — this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
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Why Lettuce Is Always Making People Sick
The cyclospora diarrhea outbreak isn’t an isolated incident. It’s part of a pattern of leafy greens wreaking digestive havoc.
The big picture: Why Lettuce Is Always Making People Sick — signals a shift in how we use technology.
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Even a slight overproduction of tubulin can tip the balance of cellular health, study shows
For cells to function properly, they must produce the right amount of each protein. It is a delicate balance: Both too little and too much can compromise essential cellular functions. A team from the University of Geneva (UNIGE) has now shown that even a modest excess of tubul...
Phys.org reports: Even a slight overproduction of tubulin can tip... — this advances our understanding of the world.
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Analysis: Iran war energy shock hits the U.S. economy as gas and diesel prices climb
A new asymmetry in the market means fuel prices won't fall quickly even if the shooting in the Iran war and Strait of Hormuz stops.
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Plaintiffs Object To Nexstar Executives Serving On Tegna Board, Claiming Potential Violation Of Judge’s Injunction In Antitrust Case
A federal judge is being asked to clarify that Nexstar is prohibited from having its executives serve on the board of Tegna, as plaintiffs claim that it potentially violates an injunction that has put a pause on the merger of the two broadcast station groups. A coalition of st...
Deadline reports: Plaintiffs Object To Nexstar Executives Serving On Tegna... — this is generating industry buzz.
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Rosalind Eleazar Is a Hollywood Actress Fighting to Rebuild Her Life in Chris Rock’s ‘Misty Green’ Trailer
The comedian’s latest feature as a writer-director will star Rosalind Eleazar alongside Adam Driver, Daniel Kaluuya, Anna Kendrick, and Topher Grace
Rolling Stone reports: Rosalind Eleazar Is a Hollywood Actress Fighting to... — this could define this era of music.
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Count Binface threatens to nationalize Sega if it doesn't come across with a Shenmue 4 update
The UK's most famous novelty politician took time out from his campaign against Nigel Farage to address a real national problem.
PC Gamer reports: Count Binface threatens to nationalize Sega if it... — this could shake up the gaming landscape.
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Indie Specialized Box Office Chart: ‘American Pachuco: The Legend of Luis Valdez’ Has Impressive Film Forum Launch for a Doc
The self-released film brought in roughly $7,500 from its single screen opening in New York City.
Bottom line from IndieWire: this signals where Hollywood is headed.
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Attackers Are Learning to Live Off the AI Toolchain
Sandworm_Mode is an early example of malware that exploits trusted AI tools and workflows to make malicious activity virtually indistinguishable from normal activity.
Bottom line from Dark Reading: this highlights growing cyber threats.
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Christopher Nolan Compares AI To A “Glass Trojan Horse”: “Everybody Knows The Greeks Are Inside”
While Elon Musk attempts to rival The Odyssey with an AI-generated take, Christopher Nolan sees how the historical epic serves as a metaphor for the public’s distrust in the tech. The 2x Oscar winning director recently agreed with a comparison of artificial intelligence to a T...
Deadline reports: Christopher Nolan Compares AI To A “Glass Trojan... — this is generating industry buzz.
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Apple prepares new MacBook Neo with more RAM and color options, report says
New Macs and MacBooks are on the way in a major refresh to nearly every line of Apple computers.
Mashable reports: Apple prepares new MacBook Neo with more RAM... — this may redefine how we interact with devices.
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Reusable magnetic invention removes microplastics plus some PFAS from water
Microplastics are an increasing global concern, with growing evidence of their presence in water systems. RMIT University researchers have developed a water treatment material that rapidly removes micro- and nanoplastics and some PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances), bri...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
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Darren Aronofsky’s AI Studio Primordial Soup Raising $15 Million
Darren Aronofsky has showcased the work his new AI-forward studio Primordial Soup can do. Now he wants more money to do it. The company disclosed in a Securities and Exchange Commission filing last week that it was seeking to raise $15 million in cash in exchange for equity in...
Bottom line from Variety: this reflects evolving audience tastes.
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Union claims Bethesda developers 'received termination letters' the day Xbox announced new Fallouts—after being told they would still have jobs until September
The OneBGS union says it's filed new legal action over the dismissal.
The big picture: Union claims Bethesda developers 'received termination letters' the... — is generating hype in the community.
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Ben Folds to Congress on Trump’s Kennedy Center Takeover: “When You Politicize Art, You’ve Got Propaganda”
Trump turned the Kennedy Center into a "hyper-politicized environment," the former artistic advisor to the National Symphony Orchestra testified. Ben Folds to Congress on Trump’s Kennedy Center Takeover: “When You Politicize Art, You’ve Got Propaganda” Kiana Fitzgerald
Why it matters: Ben Folds to Congress on Trump’s Kennedy Center... shows where the music business is headed.
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‘The Odyssey’ Screenplay Is Now Available to Buy Online
Christopher Nolan fans can now bring the filmmaker’s latest epic home — no 70mm projector required. Nolan’s complete script for the blockbuster mythological adventure is listed on Amazon, where it’s already a No. 1 bestseller. Published by Faber & Faber, the 240-page paperback...
Variety reports: ‘The Odyssey’ Screenplay Is Now Available to Buy... — this could reshape the box office conversation.
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Senate panel advances China auto bill that could bar Mercedes-Benz from U.S.
Mercedes-Benz’s largest individual shareholder is Chinese state-owned BAIC. Cruz warned the bill could hurt Mercedes and accused GM of backing it.
Bottom line from CNBC: this hints at where the money is moving.
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Returning to Spira: Should Nintendo Switch 2 owners double-dip on Final Fantasy 10 / 10-2?
Twenty-five years later, Final Fantasy 10 remains one of the greatest RPGs ever made. Its unforgettable cast, emotional story, and groundbreaking turn-based combat have earned it a place among the genre’s all-time classics. Seeing it arrive on the Nintendo Switch 2 should have...
Nintendo Everything reports: Returning to Spira: Should Nintendo Switch 2 owners... — this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
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LISTEN: Reba McEntire Revels in 50 Years of Making Music and Season 3 of NBC’s ‘Happy’s Place’
On today’s episode of “Daily Variety” podcast, country music superstar Reba McEntire discusses celebrating her golden anniversary in music this year with a series of EP releases that pair a newly recorded song with several vintage tunes. McEntire also weighs in on how she’s na...
Why it matters: LISTEN: Reba McEntire Revels in 50 Years of... is generating industry buzz.
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Olivia Wilde Slams Elon Musk as a ‘Creature’ and Says ‘I Deeply Resent Him Now,’ Years After Meeting at SpaceX Headquarters
Olivia Wilde recently appeared on “The Louis Theroux Podcast” and slammed Elon Musk while also speaking out against misogynistic incel culture at large. “The Invite” director and star revealed she once toured Musk’s SpaceX headquarters and met the business tycoon long “before ...
Bottom line from Variety: this is generating industry buzz.
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Zara Larsson Brings Her Y2K Closet to Life With New Baby Tees, Low-Rise Jeans and Merch
After her early-aughts wardrobe became an instant hit on Depop, the Swedish pop powerhouse is letting fans shop the same Y2K aesthetic through her latest merch collections.
Billboard reports: Zara Larsson Brings Her Y2K Closet to Life... — this could define this era of music.
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Someone Uncovered An Internal Pokémon Diamond And Pearl Documentary That Shows Tons Of Adorable Scrapped Pokémon Designs
THERE'S A DELIBIRD EVOLUTION
Why it matters: Someone Uncovered An Internal Pokémon Diamond And Pearl... is generating hype in the community.
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Shifting weather patterns drive 55% of Europe's summer drought trend, study finds
In a new study, researchers at Leipzig University have identified a major cause of the unusually severe summer soil drying and rising temperatures across Europe. They found that much of the trend can be attributed to changes in atmospheric circulation patterns—that is, shifts ...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
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Plasma design rules show how to preserve attosecond flashes for observing electrons
Researchers at Skoltech, together with a colleague from the Shanghai Institute of Optics and Fine Mechanics of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, working within the joint SIOM–Skoltech laboratory, have determined how to select the thickness and density of a plasma target so that...
Phys.org reports: Plasma design rules show how to preserve attosecond... — this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
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The White House Is Trying to Figure Out What to Do About Chinese AI
There’s a debate going on in the Trump administration over how to handle increasingly powerful Chinese AI models.
Wired reports: The White House Is Trying to Figure Out... — this reshapes the tech landscape.
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China's record-breaking Gravity-1 rocket launches 9 satellites from a ship at sea (video)
Orienspace's Gravity-1, the world's most powerful solid rocket, aced its third-ever mission on Tuesday (July 21), launching nine satellites to orbit from a ship at sea.
Why it matters: China's record-breaking Gravity-1 rocket launches 9 satellites from... advances our understanding of the world.
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House advances bill barring sitting Congress members from buying stocks
The House on Wednesday advanced a bill that would bar members of Congress from purchasing additional stocks while in office.
The big picture: House advances bill barring sitting Congress members from... — signals changing business strategies.
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Apple Store app may soon get an AI-powered shopping assistant
Apple has updated the Apple Store app’s privacy policy, adding terms regarding a yet-to-be-released virtual shopping assistant. Here are the details.
The big picture: Apple Store app may soon get an AI-powered... — signals a shift in how we use technology.
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Fire kills 10 members of same family in Peru, police say
Authorities are investigating the cause of the blaze in Lima as local media report it may have been arson.
BBC World reports: Fire kills 10 members of same family in... — this demands attention beyond borders.
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Reddit stock sinks on report it may not renew Google AI content deal
Google's AI summaries have reduced traffic to websites from the search results page and Reddit is reconsidering the benefits of the deal, the Journal said.
CNBC reports: Reddit stock sinks on report it may not... — this reflects a broader economic trend.
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Framework nearly doubles memory pricing for 32GB, 64GB Laptop 13 Pro overnight — CEO says absorbing LPCAMM2 supplier hikes would put 'our ability to operate at real financial risk'
The company is making adjustments to some existing pre-orders.
Why it matters: Framework nearly doubles memory pricing for 32GB, 64GB... signals a shift in how we use technology.
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Darren Aronofsky Raising Cash For His AI Film Studio (Exclusive)
Primordial Soup, which launched last year, quietly filed with the SEC for a $15 million raise.
Hollywood Reporter reports: Darren Aronofsky Raising Cash For His AI Film... — this could reshape the box office conversation.
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Trump admin deferring $1 billion-plus Medicaid payments to California and Minnesota amid ‘suspected fraud’
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says the deferrals are part of a strategy to 'stop the fraud before it happens'.
The big picture: Trump admin deferring $1 billion-plus Medicaid payments to... — could affect investors and consumers alike.
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Treasury threatens sanctions after White House claims Moonshot distilled Anthropic’s Fable
The episode has also intensified a broader debate in Washington over the influx of Chinese open models.
Bottom line from TechCrunch: this signals a shift in how we use technology.
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Blizzard is investigating a World of Warcraft cheating scandal after game master 'death-touched' bosses for friends without realizing it was being recorded
One of the players then went on a Twitch stream to spill the beans.
PC Gamer reports: Blizzard is investigating a World of Warcraft cheating... — this signals what players want next.
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‘It’s called StreetEasy, not StreetHard’: Mamdani cracks down on scourge of ‘housefishing’ and ‘real estate slop’
The New York mayor's proposal would require landlords, brokers and listing platforms to disclose AI-generated or digitally altered rental photos.
The big picture: ‘It’s called StreetEasy, not StreetHard’: Mamdani cracks down... — signals changing business strategies.
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As Washington panics about Chinese AI, Jensen Huang says open-source models like Kimi are ‘excellent’ and should be embraced, not banned
The Nvidia CEO said open source AI models could fuel more demand for chips and data centers.
The big picture: As Washington panics about Chinese AI, Jensen Huang... — may shift market dynamics.
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Tesla spending skyrockets as Cybercab, Semi, Megapack production timeline slips
Tesla's 26% boost in revenue wasn't enough to offset rising operating expenses and capital expenditures as it pushes to launch a new generation of products.
TechCrunch reports: Tesla spending skyrockets as Cybercab, Semi, Megapack production... — this could change how developers build software.
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Senate crypto bill would ban federal officials — including presidents — from issuing digital assets
A new version of the Clarity Act would impose the first limits on federal officials sponsoring or issuing cryptocurrency.
Why it matters: Senate crypto bill would ban federal officials —... reflects a broader economic trend.
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Here’s everything new for CarPlay in iOS 27
iOS 27 is launching this fall, and it brings a handful of improvements for CarPlay. Here’s everything new for CarPlay in iOS 27.
The big picture: Here’s everything new for CarPlay in iOS 27 — signals a shift in how we use technology.
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Top Red-Light Therapy Deals at Nordstrom’s Anniversary Sale (2026)
Save on WIRED-tested LED therapy devices from TheraFace, HigherDose, and more.
Wired reports: Top Red-Light Therapy Deals at Nordstrom’s Anniversary Sale... — this is one to watch for the industry.
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Neural networks unlock larger quantum simulations with lower computational costs
In recent years, research using artificial intelligence to predict material properties has advanced rapidly. Neural network quantum Monte Carlo methods have attracted attention as highly accurate simulation techniques. However, their extremely high computational cost has limit...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
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Detecting the body's magnetic fields with a low-power Ramsey-based magnetometer
Our bodies generate extremely weak magnetic fields as electric currents flow through the heart, brain and other tissues. These signals are used in magnetocardiography and magnetoencephalography to assess heart function and brain activity, respectively. These fields can be dete...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
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