The Hefei-based company raised 57.92 billion yuan ($8.6 billion) after pricing its IPO at 8.66 yuan per share.
Why it matters: China memory chipmaker CXMT skyrockets 470% in Shanghai... reflects a broader economic trend.
The Argentine sporting legend says he's working on an 'F1 version of polo,' while testing pitches for a scripted series as well.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this signals where Hollywood is headed.
Typhoon Noul is the strongest to make landfall in China so far this year, according to state media.
The big picture: Watch: Scaffolding ripped from Hong Kong building as... — could reshape the global order.
Javier Milei made the comments while in Brazil at a rally to launch the campaign of right-wing presidential candidate Flávio Bolsonaro.
The big picture: Argentinian leader calls Brazilian president a 'thief' and... — reflects broader geopolitical shifts.
Update, 6:15 p.m PT: Apple says all the problems previously listed on its Developer website have been resolved. All of the outages listed on its consumer System Status page have also been fixed. Apple says that a number of its services are down this evening. This includes Ap...
Bottom line from 9to5Mac: this signals a shift in how we use technology.
Unlike most central banks, the MAS manages medium-term price stability by managing the Singapore dollar exchange rate against a trade-weighted basket of currencies.
The big picture: Singapore tightens monetary policy as rising oil prices... — reflects a broader economic trend.
After Season 4 of Ride debuted this month, Mary Beth Barone is explaining why she and Benito Skinner have tried to get out of their Dear Media podcast contract. The Galaxy Brain comedian explained that they “did try to get out of the contract” for their podcast that launched i...
Bottom line from Deadline: this is generating industry buzz.
A bunch of new sales are up and running on the North American Nintendo Switch eShop. These include the lowest prices ever for Astalon: Tears of the Earth, Project Highrise, Ruiner, and more. Here’s the full roundup: – 20XX – $2.69 (was $17.99) – 30XX – $8.99 (was $19.99) – Adv...
Nintendo Everything reports: Nintendo Switch eShop latest sales: lowest prices ever... — this is generating hype in the community.
The northern highlands of Ethiopia are among Africa's oldest agricultural landscapes. Some of the world's most important crops originated here, particularly pulses and grains, including teff. Yet another crop has a less well-known history in Ethiopia's Tigray region: the grape...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
Mamdani walked back his threat last week, acknowledging he lacked the legal power to arrest Netanyahu on a warrant issued by the International Criminal Court.
BBC World reports: Netanyahu accuses NYC Mayor Mamdani of 'fomenting hate'... — this could reshape the global order.
Iran and Oman are also in talks that center around having Iran run vessel transit through the Strait of Hormuz with fewer restrictions on ships.
Fortune reports: Kospi index and U.S. stock futures jump as... — this signals changing business strategies.
Oil prices fell after Iran reportedly said it would suspend attacks as long as a U.S. pause in hostilities remains in place.
The big picture: Oil slides 5% as Iran reportedly signals halt... — reflects a broader economic trend.
The iconic filmmaker jumps in front of the camera to star opposite his daughter in the five-episode branded series, which features cameos from Jason Biggs and Adrien Brody.
Why it matters: Martin Scorsese Stars in ‘Family Blend’ Directed by... signals where Hollywood is headed.
Apple will announce its next-generation Apple Watch lineup in September, including the Apple Watch Series 12 and Apple Watch Ultra 4. Here’s the latest on what to expect from this year’s updates.
9to5Mac reports: Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4: What... — this could change how developers build software.
For fans who haven’t yet seen Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey, don’t expect Odysseus to have a meet-cute with Penelope. While the 2x Oscar winner’s ancient epic adaptation has already crossed the $600M global mark, he confessed he’d be “terrified” to jump genres and take on a ...
The big picture: Christopher Nolan Would Be “Terrified” To Make A... — reflects evolving audience tastes.
The two rock bands will play a series of shows in Australia and New Zealand in early 2027. Faith No More Announce First Shows in More Than a Decade with System of a Down Alex Young
The big picture: Faith No More Announce First Shows in More... — is making waves across platforms.
The vast majority of people - particularly women - answer a survey saying they'd take the certainty over chance.
Why it matters: Would you choose £50,000 over the chance of... hints at where the money is moving.
There's no need to lose your streak - here's the 'Wordle' answer for today The post Today’s Wordle answer and hints for #1864 on July 27 appeared first on NME.
Why it matters: Today’s Wordle answer and hints for #1864 on... is making waves across platforms.
Here are hints, groups and answers for 'Connections' #1142 The post ‘Connections’ answers and hints for today, July 27 appeared first on NME.
Why it matters: ‘Connections’ answers and hints for today, July 27 taps into a cultural moment.
Where in the world? The post Globle answer today – here’s the answer and hints for July 27 appeared first on NME.
Why it matters: Globle answer today – here’s the answer and... taps into a cultural moment.
The Consumer Council for Northern Ireland says the price rise is in direct response to the US-Iran conflict.
Bottom line from BBC Business: this reflects a broader economic trend.
Imagine holding one of our most precise quantum devices at a fixed position outside a black hole. A Josephson junction—two superconductors separated by an ultrathin barrier—can turn a voltage into a quantum oscillation with extraordinary precision. Would intense gravity change...
Why it matters: Near a black hole, gravity changes a quantum... opens new research frontiers.
Tadej Pogacar is in rare company after winning a record-tying fifth Tour de France. Only four others are credited with the achievement: Belgian Eddy Merckx, Spaniard Miguel Indurain and Frenchmen Bernard Hinault and Jacques Anquetil. (American Lance Armstrong stood on the winn...
The big picture: Tour De France: Tadej Pogacar Dominates Race For... — is generating industry buzz.
I love checking in on a New Blood game and seeing it completely transform in early access.
The big picture: One of the best shooters around just got... — may set a new standard for the genre.
‘Project Anglerfish’ would have been the first new Myst entry in 20 years, which isn’t to say there won't be more journeys through the Ages
The big picture: Cyan Worlds Gives A Look At What Could... — reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
Edit, convert, sign, and summarize PDFs with AI using PDNob Pro PDF Editor. Get lifetime access for $34.99 with code SAVE15, down from $349.95.
The big picture: Edit, convert, and chat with PDFs for just... — signals a shift in how we use technology.
Marvel boss Kevin Feige recently told Empire how David Jonsson was cast as the next Black Panther. He explained that “The Long Walk” star met with “Black Panther” director Ryan Coogler in a “secret meeting,” and that the Oscar winner quickly identified Jonsson as his next lead...
Why it matters: Kevin Feige Says Ryan Coogler Met With David... signals where Hollywood is headed.
The ruling Saturday by judges of the 1st U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals rejected the Trump administration's effort to move forward with the mail-in voting restrictions.
Why it matters: U.S. appeals court upholds block on Trump’s order... could affect investors and consumers alike.
Pentagon press secretary Joel Valdez argued Thursday that the drop in casualty figures in the online system was not an effort to hide the growing human toll of the war.
Bottom line from Fortune: this hints at where the money is moving.
“It’s not quite nihilism, but there’s definitely a sense of: everyone’s a bit fucked” The post Snayx kick off new era with melancholic summer anthem ‘Nice Day 4 It’ appeared first on NME.
Why it matters: Snayx kick off new era with melancholic summer... could define this era of music.
With the release of Blue Reflection Quartet coming up on Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch, we wanted to give folks a heads up about a physical option. The game is fully digital in North America and Europe. However, a physical release is planned for Japan on Nintendo Switch, and it...
The big picture: Blue Reflection Quartet getting Nintendo Switch physical release... — signals what players want next.
There's something about a movie like The Room, Troll 2, or Fateful Findings that I find irresistible. These sorts of "so bad they're good" films are marvelous curiosities where ambition far outstrips resources, ability, and self-awareness to become something much greater than ...
Why it matters: Champagne and Bullets belongs on the Mount Rushmore... could change how developers build software.
The latest attacks come two days after a clash between settlers and Palestinians near the village of Tal, which left four Palestinians and two Israelis dead.
Bottom line from BBC World: this affects international relations.
Gaming trends have the Mario creator feeling that cutting edge graphics and performance are no longer the priority for customers, and the evidence seems to be on his side
Bottom line from Kotaku: this is generating hype in the community.
Gatwick Airport faced a day of disruptions with toilets and restaurants closed to passengers.
BBC Business reports: Water returns to Gatwick Airport after major outage — this could affect investors and consumers alike.
As Apple prepares to launch its first smart glasses, the company may also be wrestling with how to address consumer privacy concerns.
Why it matters: Can Apple make smart glasses that aren’t a... may redefine how we interact with devices.
The cult-favorite TV event returns for its 38th iteration, kicking off on July 26 with 'K-Pop Shark Heroes,' starring Ken Jeong and Rei Ami.
Hollywood Reporter reports: Where to Watch Shark Week 2026 Online: Schedule,... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
Northern Eurasia contains about 20% of the world's forests and plays a crucial role in mitigating climate change by absorbing atmospheric carbon dioxide, thereby acting as a major carbon sink. However, understanding the region's carbon sink is challenging because it is influen...
The big picture: Forest productivity, not rapid warming, shapes Northern Eurasia's... — could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
“The AI ecosystem in China is probably much better than people thought."
Fortune reports: China’s Moonshot, Z.AI, and DeepSeek are challenging U.S.... — this hints at where the money is moving.
So much remains unknown about the future of GTA 6's inevitable multiplayer offshoot
The big picture: What does GTA Online 2.0 even look like—and,... — is generating hype in the community.
"So we are starting to talk about the kind of no way out scenarios because of this new Red Sea unrest."
Fortune reports: Mideast oil may soon have no way out... — this hints at where the money is moving.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz condemns the attack as "heinous" after a suspect drove a car into a crowd near the Tiergarten park.
BBC World reports: What we know so far about the Berlin... — this could reshape the global order.
Emulator turducken.
Why it matters: The new 'backward compatible' Xbox games on PC... is generating hype in the community.
In a bid to counter Pokémon TCG scalping and 'prevent crime,' Pokémon card stores in Japan are introducing a new facial recognition system
Why it matters: Pokémon Company Strikes Blow Against Scalpers With Facial... could shake up the gaming landscape.
Their self-titled debut album is set to arrive in September The post Dhani Harrison and Radiohead producer Nigel Godrich unveil new band Dragonflies with hypnotic single ‘Slower’ appeared first on NME.
The big picture: Dhani Harrison and Radiohead producer Nigel Godrich unveil... — is making waves across platforms.
Courtney Shah, the seven time Jeopardy! winner who went on to compete in the show’s Tournament of Champions, died at home on Tuesday after a battle with brain cancer. That, according to local radio station, KLOG, which cited confirmation from the college where Shah taught. She...
Deadline reports: Seven-Time ‘Jeopardy!’ Champion Courtney Shah Dies At 52 — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
However, he's been "absolutely loving" his press tours for 'The Odyssey' and 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day.'
Hollywood Reporter reports: Tom Holland Says Some of His Movies Are... — this could reshape the box office conversation.
The "Ghost Rider" and "Black Panther 3" casting announcements out of San Diego Comic-Con suggest Marvel Studios may have finally remembered that movie stars are more exciting than sequels.
The big picture: Ryan Gosling and David Jonsson Are Superheroes Now.... — signals where Hollywood is headed.
A new report singles out potential manipulation in the 2026 World Cup involving prediction market Polymarket.
Why it matters: Potential World Cup manipulation on Polymarket flagged by... may redefine how we interact with devices.
Plus Mike Flanagan's Carrie teaser, trailers for Dark Matter S2 and Matchbox the Movie, and Marvel news.
Why it matters: First teaser for Apple TV's Neuromancer debuts at... reshapes the tech landscape.
The open beta for Marvel T&omacrkon: Fighting Souls is finally here, and it seems PC players are struggling with a host of issues unique to the PC port, prompting developer Arc System Works to issue an apology and troubleshooting guidelines over the weekend. Read more
Why it matters: Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls dev apologises for PC... may set a new standard for the genre.
According to Mark Gurman, Apple is planning to reveal its first smart glasses at WWDC next June, with an expectation that they'll launch by the end of 2027. Part of the hold-up may be around the company's efforts to get its privacy features and messaging in order. Smart glasse...
Why it matters: Apple is banking on privacy to set its... reshapes the tech landscape.
Maya Jama is a multifaceted personality as the host of Love Island UK and is set to star in Netflix’s The Gentleman Season 2. As Jama expands her talents into other areas, there have been rumors that she is looking to step away from the ITV2 dating series. “I never know,” Jama...
Why it matters: Maya Jama On Future As ‘Love Island UK’... reflects evolving audience tastes.
Gracie Abrams has earned her first No 1 on the Billboard 200 with her third album “Daughter From Hell,” bowing atop the chart with 124,000 equivalent album units. The singer-songwriter announced the album back in May, along with the release of its first single “Hit the Wall.” ...
Bottom line from Variety: this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Male solo artists dominate, though three female solo artists and two groups have also achieved the feat.
Bottom line from Billboard: this could define this era of music.
“I don’t think she want to be on the stage,” the R&B superstar said after noticing her reaction.
Why it matters: Usher Stops Steamy Onstage Encounter After Fan Appears... could define this era of music.
Diplo, Logan Paul, the late singer's parents and more remember Tree's legacy at Santa Cruz memorial
Why it matters: Watch Oliver Tree’s ‘Celebration of Life’ Memorial Service reflects the changing sound of the industry.
While most studios burn themselves on overly singular projects, Masachika Kawata says that the steady success of the Resident Evil series has enabled Capcom to explore new ideas
The big picture: Capcom Says The Goal Of A New Resident... — reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
Plus, BTS’ ARIRANG surges back into the top 10 after new vinyl release.
Billboard reports: Gracie Abrams Earns First No. 1 Album on... — this shows where the music business is headed.
Many molecules exist in two mirror-image forms—like left and right hands—that look identical but can behave very differently, especially in biological systems and pharmaceuticals. Distinguishing between these enantiomers (also called chiral molecules) is a longstanding challen...
Phys.org reports: Twisted laser light distinguishes mirror-image molecules by their... — this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
“This isn’t the damn gold medal karate match – this is a rock ‘n’ roll show” The post Watch Courtney LaPlante get “violent fucker” thrown out of Spiritbox show appeared first on NME.
Bottom line from NME: this is making waves across platforms.
Bleecker Street’s Hadestown: The Musical swept to the second biggest opening for a live show capture since Hamilton, pushing $9.7 million in a terrific debut on 1,949 screens. Due to “extraordinary response and demand,” the distributor said its new event cinema label Crosswalk...
Deadline reports: ‘Hadestown: The Musical’ Sings With $9.7M Debut, No.... — this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Apple’s long-awaited AI smart glasses, expected to launch late next year, finally have an expected reveal date.
The big picture: Apple’s AI glasses to be unveiled at WWDC27:... — is one to watch for the industry.
CME Group Inc. will launch single-stock futures Monday, allowing investors to hedge or speculate on more than 50 of the largest US companies.
The big picture: Traders are getting a new tool to wager... — reflects a broader economic trend.
The government is prosecuting US citizen Sam Tunick for allegedly providing authorities with a "duress password" that wiped his phone when they tried to seize it at Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson airport on January 24th, 2025. Federal agents detained Tunick at the airport, alleg...
Why it matters: The US is charging an American citizen for... reshapes the tech landscape.
More than 330,000 people have now been evacuated from wildfires across France and Spain.
BBC Science reports: Firefighters battle wildfire as tens of thousands evacuated... — this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
A roundup of the biggest Comic-Con 2026 reveals: Ryan Gosling's Ghost Rider, a new Black Panther, Rings of Power's War of Sauron, and more.
The big picture: Comic-Con 2026: All the movie and TV announcements... — signals a shift in how we use technology.
Skip the channel surfing — we'll show you the easiest ways to stream the annual TV event live without paying
Rolling Stone reports: How to Watch Shark Week 2026 Online for... — this shows where the music business is headed.
Earnings from Microsoft and Meta Platforms are due on Wednesday, followed by Apple and Amazon on Thursday.
The big picture: Big Tech earnings slam into a market in... — may shift market dynamics.
Below are the latest Nintendo products that can be currently pre-ordered at retailers for the week of July 26, 2026: United States Switch 2 Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition – July 30 – Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop Truxton Extreme Thunder Mast...
Nintendo Everything reports: Nintendo pre-order updates – July 26, 2026 –... — this is generating hype in the community.
If you don't mind using more data, make these changes to step up your listening experience in the YouTube Music app.
Why it matters: How to get YouTube Music's best audio quality is one to watch for the industry.
Following the Christopher Nolan-directed film's release on July 17, pirated films have been circulating across X.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this signals where Hollywood is headed.
Sony has reportedly issued its strictest-ever social media guidelines to staff at its first-party studios following the backlash to its physical media announcement. Read more
The big picture: "Sony had the strictest social media guidelines they've... — reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
Before the last three interceptions, Romanian jets shot down a drone in the sky above Estonia in May.
Bottom line from Fortune: this could affect investors and consumers alike.
Christopher Nolan has taken pains to urge fans to see The Odyssey in Imax if they want the best experience. After all, his film was shot entirely in that format to optimize the moviegoing experience. Imagine the director’s chagrin, then, when a high-quality version of the film...
Why it matters: Universal Responds To Online Leak Of ‘The Odyssey’... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Secret housing changes are afoot.
Why it matters: Final Fantasy 14 is planning 2 major overhauls... reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
In what OpenAI said was the first-ever incident of its kind, an advanced AI model escaped its “sandbox” to the internet and used stolen credentials to break into the servers of Hugging Face.
Fortune reports: James Cameron tried to warn us: ‘Skynet Day’... — this hints at where the money is moving.
When an adult refuses to let an injustice pass—stands up to a bully or asserts their rights—we call it principle. When a 15-year-old retaliates to an insult thrown in a school corridor, risking detention, we call it a failure to think ahead. It's easy to ascribe this to a not-...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
By analyzing the data from NASA's Fermi gamma-ray space telescope, Chinese astronomers have investigated a recently identified millisecond pulsar known as PSR J0435+3233. As a result, they found that the pulsar exhibits gamma-ray pulsations. The discovery was detailed in a pap...
Phys.org reports: Gamma-ray pulsations reveal extreme 3.2-millisecond pulsar 3,900 light-years... — this advances our understanding of the world.
Long before the Tesla revolution, Sony Pictures Classics' ‘Who Killed the Electric Car?’ investigated why GM discontinued the beloved EV1.
The big picture: 20 Years Ago, a Feature Documentary Announced the... — is generating industry buzz.
Tom Holland is having a great time doing the press circuit for both “The Odyssey” and “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” because he’s fond of the movies. That hasn’t always been the case. On the July 22 episode of Dish Podcast, Holland spoke with hosts Nick Grimshaw and Angela Hartne...
The big picture: Tom Holland: Some of My Movies Are ‘S–t’... — may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Black Forest Labs (BFL) has released FLUX 3, a multimodal foundation model that learns from images, videos and audio inside a single architecture. It is also the first FLUX model to ship video, audio and action prediction from one set of weights. The Black Forest Labs (BFL) re...
MarkTechPost reports: Black Forest Labs Releases FLUX 3: A Multimodal... — this pushes the boundary of what machines can do.
"In any case, what is clear is that Iran’s war is becoming increasingly intertwined with two other conflicts: the Saudi-Houthi confrontation and the Russia-Ukraine war."
The big picture: Ukraine’s attack on an Iranian ship in the... — signals changing business strategies.
The Apple team behind the upcoming smart glasses is reportedly exploring several tweaks related to user privacy.
The big picture: Apple's smart glasses delay reportedly stems in part... — is one to watch for the industry.
The track sees the trio embracing a more “playful” and “grown-up” side The post Tiny Habits face “the emotional aftermath of an intense breakup” on intimate new single ‘Belt Loop’ appeared first on NME.
NME reports: Tiny Habits face “the emotional aftermath of an... — this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
The 1986 animated Transformers: The Movie is getting a 4K theatrical re-release from Fathom Entertainment in partnership with Hasbro on Sept. 17. The Nelson Shin directed movie featured the voices of the late Orson Welles, Robert Stack, and Leonard Nimoy respectively in the ro...
Bottom line from Deadline: this signals where Hollywood is headed.
Fair is fair.
The big picture: J.K. Simmons hasn't played Baldur's Gate 3 or... — may set a new standard for the genre.
Saïd Boumazoughe gets a “created by” credit just below director Bob Colaers at the end of “Attack on Paradise,” amplifying the fact that this project is very much the Belgian-Moroccan star’s realized personal fantasy of an action vehicle. That translates into something a lot l...
The big picture: ‘Attack on Paradise’ Review: Under Siege From Both... — signals where Hollywood is headed.
Santa Monica Studio head of creative, Cory Barlog, has confirmed that the next mainline, Kratos-starring God of War will pick up after the events of God of War Laufey. Read more
Why it matters: The next Kratos God of War game will... could shake up the gaming landscape.
At San Diego Comic-Con this weekend, director Ryan Coogler took the stage to announce that not only will Black Panther 3 hit theaters on December 15, 2028, but David Jonsson will play T’Challa’s grown son who was introduced at the end of Wakanda Forever. Jonsson had a role in ...
Why it matters: ‘Black Panther’ Actor Winston Duke Reveals What He... signals where Hollywood is headed.
Daniel J. Kim (“Cobra Kai”) and Danielle Kennedy (“The ’Burbs”) have joined the cast of “Drive Thru Magic,” the upcoming scripted fiction podcast from actor, writer and director Briggon Snow (“The Bright Sessions”). The project is produced by Atypical Artists and executive pro...
Variety reports: Gay Romance Podcast ‘Drive Thru Magic’ Casts Daniel... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
The New York stars of Dominican descent performed at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano as part of their joint Mejor Tarde Que Nunca Tour 2026.
The big picture: ‘¡Que Viva la Bachata!’ Romeo Santos & Prince... — is making waves across platforms.
Critically-acclaimed exclusives are super discounted right now
The big picture: Big PlayStation Game Sale Is A Perfect Chance... — is generating hype in the community.
"Come out and just do what the f--- you do, which is pretty damn entertaining," Hagar said.
Billboard reports: Sammy Hagar Offers David Lee Roth a Spot... — this could define this era of music.
The latest attacks by Ukraine, combined with Saudi military strikes on Iran-backed Houthi targets in Yemen, represent a widening of the Middle East conflict.
Why it matters: Ukraine strikes Iranian vessels in Caspian Sea, Tehran... could affect investors and consumers alike.
The yearning separations of seafaring life have generated many a romantic ghost story, and while it largely takes place on terra firma, the Danish “No Rest for the Wicked” provides an honorable addition to that roster. Kaspar Kalle’s assured debut feature, drawn from an 1884 s...
The big picture: ‘No Rest for the Wicked’ Review: A Supernatural... — signals where Hollywood is headed.
In nature, the rarest ingredient can be the one that holds everything together. In a new article published in Trends in Ecology & Evolution, Dr. Erika C. Freeman of the Leibniz Institute of Freshwater Ecology and Inland Fisheries (IGB) in Berlin argues that a handful of scarce...
Phys.org reports: Trace molecules emerge as chemical 'keystones' that steer... — this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
“What does that even mean?” The post A 50 Cent collab and a ringtone album – AFI share terrible advice from record label appeared first on NME.
Why it matters: A 50 Cent collab and a ringtone album... shows where the music business is headed.
British indie director Rhys Frake-Waterfield gained a measure of notoriety for his 2023 film “Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey,” at best an amusing sketch idea that could hardly support a feature-length horror movie, let alone a very slapdash sequel. But it wasn’t memorably ba...
Why it matters: ‘Pinocchio: Unstrung’ Review: Killer Puppetry Is the Best... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Christopher Nolan’s star-studded adaptation of “The Odyssey” has surpassed $600 million globally after just two weekends of release. The big-budget take on Homer’s 3,000-year-old epic, led by Matt Damon as the Greek king Odysseus, has generated $639.6 million worldwide, includ...
The big picture: Box Office: ‘The Odyssey’ Soars to $639 Million... — reflects evolving audience tastes.
Apple will refresh its Series 12 and Ultra 4 watches with better specs, but not a design overhaul.
Engadget reports: A new look for the Apple Watch may... — this is one to watch for the industry.
Refresh for updates…Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey is just laying siege and holding the box office fort at the domestic box office, but worldwide. OMG, the second global weekend was $215.3M, a -18% dip from the Universal pic’s opening which was $263.7M WW. Of that global tota...
The big picture: ‘The Odyssey’ Holds Strong Worldwide, Cume Near $640M;... — may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Videogame piracy.
Why it matters: Ubisoft says the Black Flag remake has exceeded... could shake up the gaming landscape.
The company behind the Xtra Muse 2 Pro has cancelled preorders for the camera. Is an FCC investigation the reason why?
Why it matters: Xtra suddenly cancels preorders for its clone of... is one to watch for the industry.
Portal: Alive & Kicking had Valve’s blessing and even access to Portal 2’s source code, but that same arrangement now has the team sitting on their hands
Why it matters: Completed Fan-Made Portal Remake Stuck In Limbo As... reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
"The first autonomous agent cyberattack is an unprecedented event. It deserves an unprecedented response!"
Bottom line from TechCrunch: this signals a shift in how we use technology.
You might want to do a scan if you've played on any custom maps lately.
Why it matters: Fixes roll out after Meccha Chameleon servers infected... could shake up the gaming landscape.
Gigs in Chicago (the tour's opening night show), Boston, and Brooklyn removed from schedule after they were added to itinerary due to initial demand
Bottom line from Rolling Stone: this is making waves across platforms.
Even by the standards to which we’ve all, by now, become accustomed, President Donald Trump’s performance at Friday night’s White House Correspondents’ Dinner was bizarre. And the fact of it — from the style of his halting delivery to the substance of his vindictive message to...
Bottom line from Variety: this is generating industry buzz.
The laws of thermodynamics state that heat naturally flows from hotter systems or regions to colder systems or regions until a state of thermal equilibrium is reached. This simple principle underpins the operation of numerous technologies, ranging from refrigerators to power p...
The big picture: A quantum heat engine that simultaneously provides work... — adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
The affected shows include the 'Middle Of Nowhere' tour's original opening night in Chicago next month The post Kacey Musgraves cancels three US tour dates without explanation appeared first on NME.
NME reports: Kacey Musgraves cancels three US tour dates without... — this taps into a cultural moment.
Welcome back to TechCrunch Mobility, your hub for the future of transportation and now, more than ever, the role AI is playing in it.
Bottom line from TechCrunch: this may redefine how we interact with devices.
Nintendo has released its maintenance schedule for the week of July 26, 2026. The previously announced Nintendo Switch Online maintenance for next month is still on the docket. On top of that though, a new session has been added. Maintenance is kicking off in a few hours for a...
Why it matters: Nintendo maintenance schedule – July 26, 2026 –... could shake up the gaming landscape.
Lovecraftian misadventures, cat-breeding tactics games and, of course, Thief.
Bottom line from PC Gamer: this is generating hype in the community.
“The Odyssey” leaks have begun, as a high-quality bootleg of the film reached millions of people on X thanks to a viral tweet on July 25. At 2:25 p.m. PT, a post on X reading “Someone uploaded ‘The Odyssey’ full movie on X. Can you believe it?” amplified a message from a now-s...
The big picture: ‘The Odyssey’ Leaked on X: High-Quality Bootleg Seen... — may set a new benchmark for the genre.
007 First Light's first major post-launch update, Patch 1.1.0, is here, introducing "fixes and improvements for over 200 issues reported by the community and our internal playtesters". Read more
Eurogamer reports: 007 First Light's first major patch is here... — this could shake up the gaming landscape.
The person staring down the giant, silver-clad Laestrygonians isn't Matt Damon, but Devyn Dalton. Matt Damon’s 4′ 5″ Stunt Double Says She’s Prepared Her Entire Career for Role in The Odyssey Travis Bland
The big picture: Matt Damon’s 4′ 5″ Stunt Double Says She’s... — could define this era of music.
Mike Flanagan's latest Stephen King adaptation, Carrie (this will be his fourth), is slated to make its debut on Amazon Prime on October 7th. The new trailer dropped at Comic-Con 2026 and doesn't contain many surprises. If you're familiar with Carrie at all, it hits all the ex...
The Verge reports: Carrie is just trying to make a friend... — this could change how developers build software.
If you want to tweak your Android Auto settings, the software has a developer menu you can check out.
The big picture: Android Auto has a developer menu you can... — is one to watch for the industry.
Larry competed with his daughter Cazzie. Jon Hamm Lost Larry David His Game on Celebrity Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? Alex Young
Bottom line from Consequence of Sound: this is making waves across platforms.
The film boasts one of the best second weekend ever for an R-rated movie, behind only 'Deadpool & Wolverine.'
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
The criminal underbelly of William Gibson’s genre shaping Sprawl comes to you from Apple TV
The big picture: ‘Unfilmable’ Cyberpunk Classic Neuromancer Receives First Trailer — may set a new standard for the genre.
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