Sofia Coppola and David Lynch films made the pop singer's list. Charli XCX Gives Her Top 5 Underrated Films Travis Bland
The big picture: Charli XCX Gives Her Top 5 Underrated Films — could define this era of music.
Golding was found dead on Tuesday in her Astoria, Queens, apartment, having suffered a stab wound on her back, an NYPD spokesperson told People.
Why it matters: Mary Kate Golding, ‘The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel’ Set... reflects evolving audience tastes.
Although the Duttons are still keeping things interesting on our screens, it’s a whole new behind-the-scenes family for the cast of Taylor Sheridan’s western TV franchise. Cole Hauser, who reprises his role as Rip Wheeler, recently opened up about the “challenges” of filming D...
The big picture: Cole Hauser On “Challenges” Of Making ‘Dutton Ranch’... — reflects evolving audience tastes.
Mark H. Rapaport’s new film “Godhead” is a master-class in ratcheting up tension. Shot in black-and-white with camerawork that makes the audience feel like a voyeur uncovering perverse secrets, the film blends faith, sex, lies and discomfort into an unknowable dance between it...
Why it matters: Creepy Twins, Religious Fanaticism and a Loaded Gun... is generating industry buzz.
The agency is considering whether compounding pharmacies should be allowed to produce BPC-157, TB-500 and other previously banned peptides.
NY Times Science reports: What to Know About Peptides the FDA Is... — this opens new research frontiers.
"There's an amazing story to be told about where Gladys comes from," the filmmaker told the Comic-Con crowd.
Why it matters: Zach Cregger Teases His ‘Weapons’ Prequel and Its... signals where Hollywood is headed.
SPOILER ALERT: The story includes a detail about the premiere episode of HBO Max’s Stuart Fails To Save the Universe. Each episode of The Big Bang Theory spinoff Stuart Fails To Save the Universe tells a story of its four protagonists, Stuart (Kevin Sussman), Denise (Lauren La...
Deadline reports: ‘Stuart Fails To Save The Universe’ EPs &... — this could reshape the box office conversation.
SPOILER ALERT: The story includes details about the premiere episode of HBO Max’s Stuart Fails To Save the Universe. The Big Bang Theory spinoff Stuart Fails To Save the Universe starts off with Stuart (Kevin Sussman) in a post-apocalyptic Pasadena getting a visit from an alte...
Why it matters: ‘Stuart Fails To Save The Universe’ Creators &... signals where Hollywood is headed.
This is the first rise in core inflation since March, and was in line with the1.6% growth expected by economists polled by Reuters.
Why it matters: Japan core inflation rate in June creeps up... may shift market dynamics.
The number of chicks in the Coulman Island emperor penguin colony decreased by about 69% in 2025 compared with 2024, according to research published in Communications Earth & Environment. The authors suggest that a large iceberg, which grounded off the island between July 2025...
Phys.org reports: How an iceberg may have stopped emperor penguins... — this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
The European Union adopted new legislation on plants obtained through certain new genomic techniques in June 2026. The new framework will apply after a two-year transition period. It distinguishes between two categories. Plants in Category 1 (NGT-1) have a limited number and t...
Phys.org reports: Plant scientist explains the impact of the EU's... — this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
Halo: Campaign Evolved is a faithful remake of the original 2001 shooter, but with a few added changes, including three brand new levels. One of the new additions is skulls. The original game didn't have them, and the Xbox 360 remaster had some, but this version has a whopping...
Bottom line from GameSpot: this could shake up the gaming landscape.
Xenoblade Chronicles 2 – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition just received an overview trailer, which shows off what to expect from the new version of Monolith Soft’s RPG. As was first announced in last month’s Nintendo Direct, Pyra and Mythra are both getting new outfits. We have a loo...
The big picture: Xenoblade Chronicles 2 – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition... — could shake up the gaming landscape.
As John Leguizamo joined the cast of Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey, he found himself immersed in the role in one major way. The Golden Globe nominee recalled that he “could not see” for up to 14 hours a day on the set of the blockbuster, which is now playing in theaters, due...
The big picture: John Leguizamo “Could Not See” For 12 To... — could reshape the box office conversation.
Apple TV subscribers can now watch ‘The Dink,’ the platform’s new star-studded sports comedy produced by Ben Stiller. Watch the trailer below.
Why it matters: Pickleball comedy ‘The Dink’ premieres on Apple TV reshapes the tech landscape.
Puerto Ricans share deep skepticism toward elected officials and a widespread sense of limited self-governance, according to a new study from the University of Michigan's Institute for Social Research and the University of Puerto Rico-Río Piedras.
Why it matters: Who holds power? Puerto Ricans' distrust runs deep challenges existing scientific assumptions.
SPOILER ALERT: This story contains spoilers from the series premiere of “Stuart Fails to Save the Universe,” now streaming on HBO Max. HBO Max’s “Stuart Fails to Save the Universe” opens in a post-apocalyptic Pasadena, an alternative world where zombie hands poke out of the gr...
Variety reports: ‘Stuart Fails to Save the Universe’ Co-Creator Bill... — this signals where Hollywood is headed.
Great comedies are in short supply these days, but “72 Hours” offers a reminder that a crime subplot can quickly ruin even a potentially average one. Directed by Tim Story (“Barbershop,” “Ride Along”) and written by Jon Hurwitz and Hayden Schlossberg (the “Harold & Kumar” tril...
Variety reports: ’72 Hours’ Review: Kevin Hart Tries to Be... — this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
A 40-year-old marketing exec spends time with a group of Gen Zers to get a handle on youth culture in Tim Story's raucous action-comedy, also featuring Teyana Taylor and Mason Gooding.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this is generating industry buzz.
We spoke with several cybersecurity researchers, who look for unknown vulnerabilities and develop tools to exploit them, about how OpenAI’s and Anthropic’s guardrails affect their work.
The big picture: How AI guardrails are impeding the work of... — signals a shift in how we use technology.
The singer is facing charges he murdered Celeste Rivas Hernandez to cover up his sexual abuse of the 14-year-old girl
Rolling Stone reports: D4vd’s DNA Allegedly Found on Trash Bag Linked... — this shows where the music business is headed.
SPOILER ALERT: This post contains details on Big Brother Season 28, Episode 8, which aired on Thursday, July 23. Julie Chen Moonves returned to host another live eviction of Big Brother, where a second housemate exited the house. With the Survivor alum Rick Devens in power as ...
Deadline reports: ‘Big Brother’ Season 28, Week 2 Eviction: Rick... — this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
“You can’t satirize, or whatever, what’s already like a parody," the Bright Eyes frontman said. Conor Oberst Says He’s Finding It “Almost Impossible” To Write About Trump Era Travis Bland
Bottom line from Consequence of Sound: this could define this era of music.
Microdrama viewership has grown 28-fold over the past two years, and it’s not just for women of a certain age anymore. More than two-thirds of users, male and female, watch romance-based series. And just like TV, microdrama viewership typically peaks on Sunday nights between 8...
Bottom line from Variety: this signals where Hollywood is headed.
The tariffs target around 60 trading partners over claims they failed to properly stop forced labour.
The big picture: US imposes tariffs on dozens of trade partners... — reflects broader geopolitical shifts.
Researchers at the University of Cologne have discovered a previously unknown mechanism that links two fundamental processes in mitochondria. The team, led by Julia Racho and Dylan Stobbe under the supervision of Professor Dr. Jan Riemer from the Institute of Biochemistry at t...
Phys.org reports: Mitochondrial mechanism links protein folding to heme production... — this advances our understanding of the world.
A recently enacted New York law mandates that companies disclose when an ad includes a "synthetic performer" in place of a human actor.
CNBC reports: Amazon cracks down on use of AI images... — this signals changing business strategies.
Apple’s trade secrets lawsuit against OpenAI has been reassigned to U.S. District Judge Edward Davila, replacing the magistrate judge initially assigned to the case. Here are the details.
The big picture: Apple’s trade secrets lawsuit against OpenAI reassigned to... — may redefine how we interact with devices.
EXCLUSIVE: Devon Allman is headed to Hollywood. The musician has been cast in AMC’s NASCAR drama series Thunder Road from creator John Fusco (Young Guns, The Highwaymen). He will star opposite Dennis Quaid, Chase Stokes, Michael Rooker, Matt Barr, Maggie Grace and West Duchovn...
Why it matters: Devon Allman Says “Hot Damn” To Landing First... signals where Hollywood is headed.
Eight years after the cast of The Big Bang Theory made their last Comic-Con appearance ahead of the hit CBS sitcom’s 12th and final season, several Big Bang actors were back at the comic book convention with spinoff Stuart Fails To Save the Universe. The single-camera offshoot...
Bottom line from Deadline: this is generating industry buzz.
Chiral molecules can exist in left- and right-handed forms. Although these mirror-image forms may look almost identical, they can behave very differently in chemical reactions, biological systems and advanced materials. Preparing one mirror-image form in high purity is therefo...
Why it matters: Recoverable molecular helper guides synthesis of highly pure... adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
The young mathematician won a prestigious Fields Medal for her work on the so-called Kakeya conjecture.
The big picture: Hong Wang Twirls in Fractal Dimensions of Three — opens new research frontiers.
Mary Kate Golding, a set decorator for shows including “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel,” “Goosebumps” and “Mr. and Mrs. Smith” died Tuesday in Queens, N.Y. after being stabbed. She was 34. Police were called to her apartment just after midnight. The NYPD said in a statement, “On Tu...
Variety reports: ‘Marvelous Mrs. Maisel’ Set Decorator Mary Kate Golding... — this could reshape the box office conversation.
Jackie found an online audience through a webcam pointed at her nest in California. She was rescued last week after a fight with other eagles, officials said.
Why it matters: Jackie, Bald Eagle and Webcam Star, Is Recovering... could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
Extreme heat can take a toll on mental health - and young people and women are among the groups most at risk, according to one study.
The big picture: Heatwave anxiety can make you feel 'incredibly helpless'... — adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
TechCrunch Startup Battlefield is coming to Australia — and we're partnering with Stripe to find the country's most exciting early-stage startups.
TechCrunch reports: Meet the judges who will crown Australia’s next... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
EXCLUSIVE: ABC is switching affiliations in the St. Louis market, with plans to move from the Sinclair-owned outlet to Gray Media, sources familiar with the plans confirmed on Thursday. The change will take place on Sept. 1. Gray will provide locally produced news at its stati...
Why it matters: ABC To Switch Affiliation In St. Louis, Moving... could reshape the box office conversation.
In an all-day hearing, the agency’s scientists argued against allowing broad access to unproven drugs that the agency had banned three years ago.
NY Times Science reports: FDA Panel Supports Lifting Restrictions on Four Peptides — this advances our understanding of the world.
Drug development is among the slowest, most failure-prone processes in modern science, with about 90% of drug candidates never reaching the market. Today, artificial intelligence methods have accelerated the first step—plucking promising molecules out of endless possibilities—...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
Maya Jama is the host of Love Island UK, which is wrapping up its summer season in the Mallorca villa. The UK’s ITV2 dating series streams on Hulu in the United States, and Jama’s profile continues to grow among American audiences. The Disney-owned streamer has plastered billb...
Why it matters: Maya Jama Teases “Shakeup” To ‘Love Island UK’... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Paramount Pictures has released the first trailer for “Ebenezer,” starring Johnny Depp in his first major Hollywood role since his 2022 trial against ex-wife Amber Heard. Directed by Ti West, the holiday film is described as a dark reimagining of the Charles Dickens’ classic, ...
Variety reports: ‘Ebenezer’ Trailer: Johnny Depp Transforms Into Grouchy, Snowball-Throwing... — this is generating industry buzz.
Disney has partnered with Starlight Children's Foundation to screen the box-office hit at 400 children's hospitals, and distributed themed toys and character-inspired hospital gowns to children and families across participating hospitals.
Why it matters: ‘Toy Story 5’ Has Given Away 18,000 Toys... reflects evolving audience tastes.
A scientific study has revealed the acoustic secret that connects all birdsong - and it is surprisingly simple
Bottom line from BBC Science: this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
It's hard not to be impressed by Tan, who, in a little more than a year, has transformed the company.
CNBC reports: Intel's turnaround under CEO Lip-Bu Tan gains steam... — this signals changing business strategies.
The Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra improves where it matters, but the new price might sting.
CNET reports: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra vs. Z... — this could change how developers build software.
Comic-Con got a double dose of three-time Oscar nominee Johnny Depp, who after showing up as Scrooge character on the streets of the Gaslamp district Thursday crashed Collider’s Directors on Directing panel in Hall H with the trailer for Ebenezer, the Ti West-directed holiday ...
Bottom line from Deadline: this reflects evolving audience tastes.
June 9: Bohemia Interactive is putting its popular game DayZ on Nintendo Switch 2 with a Cool Edition, according to the company’s Nintendo Direct announcement. This version is planned for 2026. DayZ is a survival-focused multiplayer sandbox game. It takes place in “a post-apoc...
Nintendo Everything reports: DayZ Cool Edition getting a Nintendo Switch 2... — this could shake up the gaming landscape.
Gas stoves are a source of indoor air pollution. New evidence shows how much they may affect people with respiratory issues.
CNET reports: A Study Found Asthma Improves After Switching From... — this is one to watch for the industry.
Outside experts—some with a vested interest in peptides—recommended adding a number of the amino acids to the FDA’s bulks list, including the “Wolverine stack” touted by Joe Rogan and other influencers.
Why it matters: An FDA Panel Just Endorsed These Unproven Peptides reshapes the tech landscape.
The CJP protest began with exam paper leaks. It became India's biggest student movement in years - why?
Why it matters: CJP protest: The youth movement India's Modi didn't... affects international relations.
Earlier toilet training and new recycling technologies are among expert-backed solutions to reduce the environmental impact of disposable diapers and other hygiene products, according to a new study led by UCL researchers.
Why it matters: Earlier toilet training could curb growing diaper waste... advances our understanding of the world.
Scuba diving is often presented as a success story for marine ecotourism.
Bottom line from Phys.org: this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
“Batman: Caped Crusader” has unmasked its Joker. “House of the Dragon” star Matthew Needham will voice the villain in Season 2 of the animated noir series after the Clown Prince of Crime was teased at the end of Season 1. (John DiMaggio, who voices Detective Harvey Bullock on ...
Variety reports: ‘Batman: Caped Crusader’ Season 2 Reveals Joker Voice... — this could reshape the box office conversation.
Matthew Needham is voicing The Joker in the upcoming second season of Prime Video’s Batman: Caped Crusader. The news was revealed at San Diego Comic-Con on Thursday that the House of the Dragon actor would be adding his name to the list of prolific actors who have lent their t...
The big picture: ‘Batman: Caped Crusader’ Season 2 Adds Matthew Needham... — is generating industry buzz.
The new season of Batman: The Caped Crusader kicks off on July 31, and anyone looking to join the world's greatest detective in solving some mysteries can also jump into a new game launching the same day. Amazon Luna and Warner Bros. have announced Batman: Caped Crusader - Chr...
Why it matters: Batman Is Finally Getting A New Game, Just... may set a new standard for the genre.
Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle for July 24, No. 669.
The big picture: Today’s NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers... — signals a shift in how we use technology.
Not one, but two new physical rewards were just added to My Nintendo in North America. First up is the Super Mario World desktop metal display. There’s a catch with this one: it’s available exclusively to paid Nintendo Switch Online members. Here’s what Nintendo is saying abou...
Nintendo Everything reports: My Nintendo adds Super Mario World desktop metal... — this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
The Canadian actor plays Jordie in the Prime Video romance series: “I poured a lot of myself into this role.”
The big picture: ‘Every Year After’ Star Joseph Chiu on Season... — signals where Hollywood is headed.
For more than 20 years, about 4,000 autonomous profiling floats have been drifting through the ocean. They form part of the international Argo program (Argo—global array of profiling floats). At regular intervals, they descend to a depth of 2,000 meters (6,600 feet) and, as th...
The big picture: AI unlocks Atlantic circulation insights from 20 years... — adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
In May 2026, OpenAI released a new math result that sent shock waves throughout the world of mathematical research. A major unsolved problem called the "unit distance conjecture" had just been resolved by generative AI.
Bottom line from Phys.org: this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
At least 12 babies have been trafficked from Indonesia to Singapore, but what will happen to them remains unclear.
The big picture: Indonesian babies were trafficked to Singapore. What happens... — demands attention beyond borders.
The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality slowed the awarding of new grants last year. Now it is stopping existing ones.
The big picture: Health Care Agency Discontinues Dozens of Active Research... — could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
Rebelle Media and MGM Television have acquired the rights to adapt Sarah Adams’ book series Rebel Moon for the small screen. Co-Founder of Rebelle Media Amanda Palley announced the news at San Diego Comic-Con in the “Romance on the Big Screen: Why It’s About Damn Time” panel T...
Why it matters: Rebelle Media & MGM Television Win Rights To... is generating industry buzz.
The crowd is going nuts, they want their Dee Bradley Baker, they're chanting Matt Lanter's name: "Lan-ter, Lan-ter, Lan-ter!"
Bottom line from PC Gamer: this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
The singer was charged with assault last year after allegedly striking an employee in the face at Dramma Night Club in Times Square
The big picture: Trey Songz Gets Zero Jail Time After Arrest... — could define this era of music.
It is the first major enforcement action against the tech giant under the EU's new digital rules.
BBC Tech reports: Google fined €890m by EU for favouring its... — this is one to watch for the industry.
A startling new study of a little-known, unpublished short story by Alan Turing challenges our understanding of the man who played a key role in cracking the Nazis' Enigma code, developed the theoretical underpinnings of the first computers and laid the groundwork for the deve...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
The third animated series in the "Avatar" franchise, taking place after an apocalyptic incident, will debut on Paramount+ this October
Why it matters: ‘Avatar: Seven Havens’ Releases First Trailer and Sets... could reshape the box office conversation.
Speaking at AMD Advanced AI conference, the chip giant's CEO weighed in on the open source debate—and showcased its latest hardware offerings.
Why it matters: AMD’s Lisa Su defends open-source AI following Hugging... signals changing business strategies.
The threat of attack has never been higher, the boss of Europe's biggest defence contractor has warned. Dr Charles Woodburn
BBC Business reports: UK complacent about war threat, warns defence boss — this signals changing business strategies.
The mother of four is staying positive and focusing on her music as she continues to work on an upcoming project.
Why it matters: Nivea Reveals Leukemia Diagnosis: ‘Very Grateful for Life’ taps into a cultural moment.
There's no need to lose your streak - here's the 'Wordle' answer for today The post Today’s Wordle answer and hints for #1861 on July 24 appeared first on NME.
Bottom line from NME: this taps into a cultural moment.
Hannah and Max continued to pool finances after Max was made redundant but took "drastic measures" to cut spending.
Bottom line from BBC Business: this could affect investors and consumers alike.
LG Electronics' latest pricey model of PC monitor has been automatically forcing ads for McAfee onto consumers' screens, among other things
Kotaku reports: LG Faces Swift Backlash Over Claims Its Gaming... — this may set a new standard for the genre.
Here are hints, groups and answers for 'Connections' #1139 The post ‘Connections’ answers and hints for today, July 24 appeared first on NME.
NME reports: ‘Connections’ answers and hints for today, July 24 — this is making waves across platforms.
Where in the world? The post Globle answer today – here’s the answer and hints for July 24 appeared first on NME.
NME reports: Globle answer today – here’s the answer and... — this could define this era of music.
You’ve been framed The post Framed answer today – here’s the solution for July 24 appeared first on NME.
Why it matters: Framed answer today – here’s the solution for... reflects the changing sound of the industry.
Astronomers searching for signs of extraterrestrial intelligence may have been missing alien signals in part of the radio spectrum that has not recently been explored.
The big picture: Could alien signals be hiding on a different... — adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
He'll voice the key character of Princess Donut, a talking cat.
The big picture: Peacock’s ‘Dungeon Crawler Carl’ Series Casts Audiobook Narrator... — signals where Hollywood is headed.
When an artist is as prolific — and as easily bored — as Charli xcx, “How much is too much?” becomes a significant question, and one she herself addressed in “The Moment,” the mock-umentary on her “Brat” era released earlier this year. That remarkably self-aware film, in which...
Why it matters: Charli xcx Cranks Up the Guitars and Launches... signals where Hollywood is headed.
In mammals, males are usually stronger and more competitive than females. Males also show greater inequality in reproductive success—the number of offspring they produce—than females. In spotted hyenas, the opposite is true: Reproductive inequality is greater among females tha...
Phys.org reports: When mothers make the winners: How alpha female... — this advances our understanding of the world.
It will also be "taking action" against the players who were involved.
Why it matters: Blizzard fires World of Warcraft game master who... reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
Richard Gadd, change your flight plans. The creator and star of HBO Max’s “Half Man” wound up with the series’ only Emmy nomination this year — via his supporting actor in a limited/anthology series or movie nod. But as of last week, that category will no longer be presented d...
Variety reports: Shaking Up the Emmys By Moving Five Categories... — this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
A favorite vacation option may be at risk because of rising temperatures. Even those sticking with their summer plans agree: More air conditioning would help.
NY Times Science reports: Should Travelers Give Up on Summer in Western... — this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
IBM's CEO highlighted growing mainframe hardware capacity, and said software should "catch back up" within a year.
Why it matters: IBM's Krishna tries to reassure investors that AI... could affect investors and consumers alike.
For the HBO limited series 'DTF St. Louis,' Harbour is nominated for his work as a producer (best limited series) and performer (best supporting actor in a limited or anthology series or movie).
The big picture: David Harbour on the End of ‘Stranger Things,’... — may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Fusion at high temperatures powers the sun and, if harnessed, could provide a potential source of energy here on Earth. But controlling fusion reactions has other benefits. The process also generates subatomic particles called neutrons that are used in a range of applications ...
Phys.org reports: Materials surrounding a fusion reaction can dramatically increase... — this advances our understanding of the world.
Snakes are everywhere in our legends and mythology. Yet for most of us, our blood runs cold whenever we encounter these strangely undulating, scaly tubes of muscle slithering through the leaf litter.
Phys.org reports: 80‑million‑year‑old snake fossil sheds light on why lizards... — this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
The breathalyzer identifies the amount of acetone in your breath to determine if your body is in ketosis.
Bottom line from Engadget: this may redefine how we interact with devices.
Attention, crawlers: Seth MacFarlane’s live-action “Dungeon Crawler Carl” TV series has found its Queen Anne Chonk. Jeff Hays, the narrator and producer behind all eight of the currently released “Dungeon Crawler Carl” books, has been cast as the voice of Princess Donut on the...
The big picture: ‘Dungeon Crawler Carl’ TV Series Casts Audiobook Star... — signals where Hollywood is headed.
Stop charging extra to play early if you can't guarantee it or provide make-goods when it fails
Why it matters: If You Lock Early Access Behind A Paywall,... may set a new standard for the genre.
Crop production faces threats from plant pathogens. Traditional disease-resistance breeding relies heavily on natural plant resistance genes that encode immune receptors adapted to particular pathogens. However, rapidly evolving pathogens frequently overcome these natural defe...
Phys.org reports: Programmable platform enables on-demand design of plant immune... — this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
Leiden environmental researchers have mapped the environmental footprint of different diets and revealed which population groups have the greatest impact through their food choices. Their findings show where efforts to make the food system more sustainable could make the great...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this opens new research frontiers.
It's been four years since the Supreme Court's decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization overturned Roe v. Wade, ending the federal constitutional right to abortion.
Bottom line from Phys.org: this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
Square Enix is sharing the latest details on Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World today, which cover the game’s battle system and Synthesis. We also have a look at characters, monsters and more. Here’s the full rundown: Team Up With Your Favorite Monsters and Lead Them In...
Bottom line from Nintendo Everything: this could shake up the gaming landscape.
Scott Winters alleges ChatGPT misdiagnosed him with dysautonomia. He later suffered a “massive pulmonary embolism,” according to the lawsuit.
CNET reports: Man Sues OpenAI, Alleging ChatGPT Gave Him ‘Dangerous... — this is one to watch for the industry.
The 30-year-old actor is looking forward to going back to his dancing roots: "One of my biggest regrets in my career is after I finished 'Billy Elliot,' I quit dancing."
Hollywood Reporter reports: Tom Holland Says Fred Astaire Biopic Is Next... — this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Plant diversity has long been regarded as key to stable and resilient ecosystems. However, until now, little has been understood about why it has different effects in agricultural areas than in grasslands or forests. An international research group, in which the Leibniz Instit...
Phys.org reports: Plant diversity boosts natural pest control in farms,... — this advances our understanding of the world.
The Mag7 had its worst day Thursday since the tariff-driven selloff last April.
The big picture: AI is forcing Big Tech to do something... — signals changing business strategies.
Primate Labs released Geekbench 7 today, promising benchmarks that more closely reflect how people use their devices across everyday tasks, gaming, and AI workloads. Here’s what’s new.
Bottom line from 9to5Mac: this may redefine how we interact with devices.
"Her voice, her songwriting, her honesty and her unique spirit remain as powerful today as ever," estate wrote in tribute Thursday
Bottom line from Rolling Stone: this is making waves across platforms.
"I'm really in awe that despite the scale she's at, there is still such a close attention to detail," Abrams gushed.
Bottom line from Billboard: this taps into a cultural moment.
Japan’s prime minister Sanae Takaichi says she survives on zero to three hours a night, and people are reacting.
Why it matters: Could you run a country on just three... affects international relations.
The Palworld 1.0 update has added a new boss named Kyogr–er, I mean, Panthalus–that some players are seemingly running into by mistake
The big picture: Palworld Players Fight Massive End Game Boss And... — is generating hype in the community.
New research from the University of St Andrews and Université de Neuchâtel has uncovered the mechanism that allows sperm whales to sleep in a unique vertical position just under the ocean surface.
The big picture: Sperm whales blow bubbles to achieve restful, vertical... — opens new research frontiers.
Anyone who has spent time on a college campus lately has probably heard laments from faculty about their students' reading habits, or rather, nonreading habits. Such complaints are more than unfounded nostalgia for a bygone age.
Bottom line from Phys.org: this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
The company connects hospitals’ electronic health records and insurance claims systems, positioning itself as the infrastructure layer beneath the healthcare AI boom.
Fortune reports: Innovaccer’s CEO walked away from Disney and NASA... — this signals changing business strategies.
Get a Curiosity Stream Standard Lifetime Subscription for $127.50 through July 26 with code STREAM15.
Why it matters: Watch something you’ll remember — a lifetime of... may redefine how we interact with devices.
Oracle will supply on-premises software to the U.S. Department of Defense.
The big picture: Oracle signs 10-year software contract with Pentagon worth... — could affect investors and consumers alike.
After launching in May with AI Ultra, Gemini Spark is now rolling out to Google AI Pro subscribers in the US. It will “soon” be available to AI Pro members in other countries.
Why it matters: Gemini Spark rolling out to Google AI Pro... may redefine how we interact with devices.
The “Everywhere” singer announced she was releasing new tickets to the tour waitlist, and fans can also check resale sites for available stubs
Bottom line from Rolling Stone: this shows where the music business is headed.
Google Cloud CEO Thomas Kurian told CNBC on Thursday that the company's existing customers are spending "roughly 50% more" than they've already committed.
CNBC reports: Google Cloud CEO Kurian says customers are spending... — this signals changing business strategies.
"A font isn't a brand," says Metaforce consultant Allen Adamson. Meanwhile, Gen Z is letting the memes fly.
Why it matters: Coke on its rebrand accidentally nailing Gen Z’s... signals changing business strategies.
Animals and electronic devices aren't the only things with memory. Materials can retain memories of past deformations in their microscopic structure. A common example is a crease in a sheet of paper that has been folded then unfolded. Understanding this type of memory could be...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
Sony worked with Grammy-winning engineers to fine-tune the audio on these headphones, which merge impeccable sound with a luxurious look
Rolling Stone reports: Sony’s ‘The Collexion’ Headphones Set New Standard for... — this shows where the music business is headed.
The exec is in his tenth year of running the exhibitor, which is hoping to capitalize on box office momentum this summer.
The big picture: AMC Theatres CEO Adam Aron Sees Pay Rise... — may set a new benchmark for the genre.
The Trump administration has ramped its tariff actions back up since the president's trade agenda suffered major legal setbacks earlier this year.
CNBC reports: Trump to slap 'sweeping' new tariffs on 60... — this signals changing business strategies.
The planned merger now can't close before August 18 at the earliest.
The big picture: Judge Extends Restraining Order on Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery... — may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Sustainable business practices are often seen as a luxury that only rich countries can afford. And these days, some of the biggest economies, including the U.S., are backtracking on those commitments.
The big picture: There's a business case for companies to embrace... — could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
A new study led by Japanese researchers from Tohoku University and the National Institute for Environmental Studies (NIES) reveals that some of the minerals most essential for green technologies may have a significant negative impact on biodiversity. Using remote sensing and m...
Why it matters: Global map reveals mining's uneven toll on forests... opens new research frontiers.
Available in a myriad of color options and sizes, these funny "world tour" graphic tees feature tour dates and location stops
Bottom line from Rolling Stone: this could define this era of music.
Fronted by Tate McRae, Emilia Mernes and Harper Murray, the new Adidas collection brings Superstar-inspired designs to a lineup of performance-ready womenswear essentials.
The big picture: Tate McRae Stars in Adidas’ New Originals Sport... — taps into a cultural moment.
The director of Weapons and Barbarian is doing his own thing with Resident Evil, and it looks horrific but darkly funny too.
The big picture: The full trailer for Zach Cregger's Resident Evil... — reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
Grim Dawn's Fangs of Asterkarn expansion pulled me in despite its old age.
PC Gamer reports: A new expansion and the ability to be... — this could shake up the gaming landscape.
Efficient heat management in solids is key to advancing the next generation of electronics. However, wave-like heat movement—known as phonon focusing—had been observed only at extremely low, or cryogenic, temperatures, limiting its study and practical use.
The big picture: Engineers observe quantum heat waves at room temperature — challenges existing scientific assumptions.
Tom Caswell, a fighting game novice, works with Ben Janca, an expert in the genre, to learn the fundamentals of Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game.
The big picture: Fighting Game Novice Tries To Master Avatar Legends — may set a new standard for the genre.
Google is looking at two fines from the European Union, which claims the company violated the Digital Markets Act with both Search and the Google Play Store.
Why it matters: EU fines Google $1 billion for ‘preferential treatment’... is one to watch for the industry.
A state-sponsored threat group, dubbed "Laundry Bear," sends "half-click" phishing emails that require a victim only to open or preview the message.
The big picture: Russian Hackers Exploit Zimbra Zero-Day Against US, Ukraine... — highlights growing cyber threats.
A new Dolphin X remote access trojan claims to use an AI-powered profiling feature to score and rank infected users, helping cybercriminals identify which victims should be targeted first. [...]
The big picture: New Dolphin X malware uses AI to rank... — underscores the cost of weak defenses.
Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game will be adding Tagah as free DLC, it’s been announced. The character will be available later this year. Tagah comes from Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender. For those that are unaware, he’s a new character introduced in the new film. Avatar Aang:...
Nintendo Everything reports: Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game announces Tagah as... — this signals what players want next.
From the moment they enter the world, human babies depend on others in a way that is unmatched across most species.
Why it matters: How babywearing helps establish parent‑child bonds adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
Today, people speak or sign around 7,500 languages. Yet this figure provides only a snapshot of a constantly changing history. How many languages existed before written records? Did agriculture reduce linguistic diversity by allowing expanding farming populations to replace sm...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
The subpoenas to New York Times reporters were issued by Manhattan U.S. Attorney Jay Clayton, whom Trump has nominated as director of national intelligence.
Why it matters: DOJ withdraws subpoenas to NY Times reporters in... signals changing business strategies.
Amazon is launching an update to its Alexa Plus assistant that will allow it to connect to smart home devices in new ways. With the update, which is currently in preview, Alexa Plus can link up with tech from Bosch, Delta, Ecovacs, iRobot, Yale Home, Whirlpool, Tapo, Eufy, and...
Why it matters: Alexa Plus is getting an AI update to... signals a shift in how we use technology.
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