For many, a total solar eclipse is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. But for a dedicated few, it's a deep passion.
BBC Science reports: What it's like to chase solar eclipses around... — this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
With their latest directorial outing, Jane Schoenbrun used subtle pieces of nostalgia to deconstruct the slasher genre. The Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma writer/director explained to Deadline that they wanted to create “a mindset where you can really enjoy something sca...
Why it matters: Jane Schoenbrun On Deconstructing The “Toxic Soup” Of... reflects evolving audience tastes.
If you’re wondering how The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion turned out on Nintendo Switch 2, you may want to check out some of the first gameplay that has just emerged. We’re still technically a few days out before the RPG hits Nintendo’s console. That said, it looks like physical c...
Bottom line from Nintendo Everything: this signals what players want next.
He was among the first to perform microscopic surgery in the 1970s and revolutionized techniques to treat traumatic injuries.
Why it matters: James R. Urbaniak, Master of Stitching Back Fingers,... advances our understanding of the world.
The show-stopping finale at Citi Field included tons of surprises, including guest appearances from 50 Cent, J Balvin, and more
The big picture: Fuerza Regida Ends Historic Stadium Tour With Star-Studded... — shows where the music business is headed.
The 16-date tour on the 20th anniversary of the band's seminal album hits New York, Washington D.C., Minneapolis, Phoenix, Los Angeles, and more. My Chemical Romance’s 2026 “The Black Parade Tour”: How to Get Last-Minute Tickets Travis Bland
Bottom line from Consequence of Sound: this is making waves across platforms.
Apple is set to announce the first-ever foldable iPhone next month. A new rumor today suggests that the iPhone Ultra might be available in two colors: silver and dark blue.
Why it matters: New leak may reveal the iPhone Ultra’s two... could change how developers build software.
For the opening night of the 24th annual Martha’s Vineyard African American Film Festival (MVAAFF), “Children of Blood and Bone” director Gina Prince-Bythewood and star Thuso Mbedu shared never-before-seen clips of the forthcoming African fantasy film and dished about making t...
Variety reports: Gina Prince-Bythewood Discusses the Worldbuilding of ‘Children of... — this could reshape the box office conversation.
Customers still having trouble with their service should restart their devices, the wireless carrier said. Verizon did not provide a reason for the outage.
The big picture: Verizon mobile service restored after outage for thousands... — signals changing business strategies.
"Go see the film," star Callum Turner tells those wondering about the rules of the rom-com's alternate reality outlawing premarital sex (apart from one 12-hour window). "You'll realize pretty quickly what the realm is that you're working within."
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this reflects evolving audience tastes.
It was announced Friday that Charlie Gillespie will portray Troy, a professional hockey player who is traded to the Ottawa Centaurs in Reid's source material, while Justice Smith was cast as Harris, the team’s social media manager.
Hollywood Reporter reports: ‘Heated Rivalry’ Author Rachel Reid Pushes Back Against... — this is generating industry buzz.
Although the live-action remake of Moana hasn’t quite been able to catch a wave at the box office, Dwayne Johnson is proud of what they made. The Golden Globe nominee said the Disney movie’s negative reviews, which currently sit at 32% on Rotten Tomatoes, are “just the way it ...
Deadline reports: Dwayne Johnson Reacts To Live-Action ‘Moana’s Negative Reviews:... — this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Ahead of tonight’s final “Cats: The Jellicle Ball” show, composer Andrew Lloyd Webber is speaking out about how producing on Broadway has become “unsustainable.” “I’m gutted that the wonderful Broadway production of ‘Cats: The Jellicle Ball’ is closing today,” Lloyd Webber wro...
Variety reports: Andrew Lloyd Webber Is ‘Gutted’ on ‘Cats: The... — this is generating industry buzz.
Warner Bros. has teamed with the AI dog podcast “DogPack” to promote its upcoming sci-fi action film “The End of Oak Street.” The 90-second podcast clip, hosted by an AI golden retriever named Goldie and an AI French bulldog named Frenchie, features an interview with Starbuck,...
Variety reports: Warner Bros. Uses AI Dog Podcast to Promote... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
Certain Mercedes AMG vehicles have a design defect where the raised metallic AMG logo is “reasonably expected to contact an occupant’s upper back, neck, or shoulder,” according to the suit.
The big picture: Drivers of Mercedes AMG cars file a class... — could affect investors and consumers alike.
No 10 says the prime minister's plans will "give people some room to breathe", but opposition figures accuse him of "hypocrisy".
BBC Business reports: Andy Burnham to embark on cost of living... — this could affect investors and consumers alike.
There's no need to lose your streak - here's the 'Wordle' answer for today The post Today’s Wordle answer and hints for #1877 on August 09 appeared first on NME.
Why it matters: Today’s Wordle answer and hints for #1877 on... could define this era of music.
The good news for the younger generations is that boomers are already showering some of their money on their heirs.
The big picture: Great disappointment will follow the Great Wealth Transfer... — could affect investors and consumers alike.
Here are hints, groups and answers for 'Connections' #1155 The post ‘Connections’ answers and hints for today, August 09 appeared first on NME.
The big picture: ‘Connections’ answers and hints for today, August 09 — taps into a cultural moment.
Where in the world? The post Globle answer today – here’s the answer and hints for August 09 appeared first on NME.
NME reports: Globle answer today – here’s the answer and... — this taps into a cultural moment.
While One Night Only is intended as a romantic-comedy, there are some obvious dystopian undertones that audiences can’t ignore. Director Will Gluck recently addressed online comparisons between the Purge franchise and his new Universal rom-com, which is now in theaters, about ...
The big picture: ‘One Night Only’ Director Understands The “Sex Purge”... — is generating industry buzz.
Perez Hilton’s family released a statement on Saturday updating fans about the blogger’s health after he appeared to commit self-harm during a TikTok livestream. “Perez’s condition remains serious but stable,” read the statement, which was released on Hilton’s website. “He exp...
Bottom line from Variety: this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
They may not be breaking Zeus’ law, but in The Samurai and the Prisoner, tensions rise as a well meaning lord betrays tradition, invoking curses from the gods
The big picture: Kiyoshi Kurosawa’s First Samurai Epic Offers Alternative Philosophy... — is generating hype in the community.
As “Abbott Elementary” gears up for Season 6 production in just a few short weeks, stars Sheryl Lee Ralph, Janelle James and Luke Tennie are reflecting on turbulent changes in the industry — from the pending Paramount-Warner Bros. merger to production struggling in Los Angeles...
Bottom line from Variety: this could reshape the box office conversation.
"He experienced significant blood loss and sustained additional injuries that will require surgery in the coming days," the celebrity gossip blogger's family shared in a statement on his website Saturday.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this could reshape the box office conversation.
The Bald Range wildfire in British Columbia, still considered "out of control", has spread to more than 36 sq miles (95 sq km).
The big picture: Fast-moving Canada wildfire doubles in size forcing thousands... — could reshape the global order.
Thanks to the director of Pokemon Pokopia, we now have some insight into why Ditto was chosen to star in the game. Ditto is popular in some ways, but it’s not on the same level of some other Pokemon. When some think of the franchise, they’d probably bring up the likes of Pikac...
Bottom line from Nintendo Everything: this is generating hype in the community.
Write, research, edit, and refine up to 300K words with YouBooks AI with this $37 YouBooks AI lifetime subscription.
Why it matters: Write your next 300K manuscript with AI for... could change how developers build software.
“Game Changer” author Rachel Reid is unbothered by the early critics of the “Heated Rivalry’s” upcoming second season. On Friday, it was revealed that Justice Smith and Charlie Gillespie are joining the Season 2 cast of “Heated Rivalry.” Then, later that same day, Reid took to...
Why it matters: ‘Heated Rivalry’ Author Brushes Off Negativity Surrounding Season... reflects evolving audience tastes.
Is there anything more fear-inducing in this world than a haircut? Whether it be the need to endure a cacophony of sensory nightmares, or the knowledge that a stylist who doesn't quite care enough could turn your split ends into the split end of your social life, the whole pro...
Why it matters: Come for Beastfolk Barber's cute, furry hairdressing, but... may set a new standard for the genre.
HBO’s new documentary series Monsters of God abounds with colorful creatures – and those are just the humans. The five-parter from Tiger King co-director Eric Goode features reptile dealers with a fondness for creepy crawlies and a loose connection to ethical and legal mores. ...
The big picture: ‘Monsters Of God’ Slithers Onto HBO: Reptilian Docuseries... — signals where Hollywood is headed.
aespa opened its fourth world tour at with 27 songs, an expanded universe and a show that brought the group's many sides into full view.
Bottom line from Billboard: this is making waves across platforms.
As the annual savings event enters its final hours, see the best-selling sale items to snag before it's too late — they may surprise you.
Why it matters: Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Ends Sunday Night: Here Are... could reshape the box office conversation.
The 2010 Disney sci-fi film contained the duo's first ever movie soundtrack The post Daft Punk’s Thomas Bangalter says writing the score for ‘Tron: Legacy’ was “depressing” and “limiting” appeared first on NME.
Why it matters: Daft Punk’s Thomas Bangalter says writing the score... reflects the changing sound of the industry.
As Heated Rivalry hits the ice for another season with some new teammates, there’s bound to be some opinions about the casting choices for the book series’ beloved characters. Following the news that Justice Smith and Charlie Gillespie have been cast in Season 2, author Rachel...
The big picture: ‘Heated Rivalry’ Author Appears To Dismiss Negative Reactions... — reflects evolving audience tastes.
It's all fun and games until someone loses a toe—or skins and mounts The Cat In The Hat, as the case may be.
Bottom line from AV Club: this taps into what audiences want right now.
As part of a planned Texas data center, Amazon is investing in an on-site power plant that could reportedly become the largest source of climate pollution in the United States.
Bottom line from TechCrunch: this may redefine how we interact with devices.
We’ve had iOS 27 in our hands for about two months now. Of course, it’s a beta – and the public release won’t be hitting for another 4-6 weeks. That said, despite the fact that I’ve been running a beta on my phone for the past two months, I can’t say I’ve really thought much a...
9to5Mac reports: iOS 27: The easiest beta to forget about — this reshapes the tech landscape.
Commemorating three decades of the transformative 3D shooter, id Software releases a surprise new expansion and limited merch collection with composer Trent Reznor
Why it matters: Just About Everything Other Than The Music Sells... could shake up the gaming landscape.
X is ending its controversial revenue-sharing program for content creators, which has seen numerous revisions under Elon Musk's reign. In its place, it's launching a new Original Content Rewards program on September 8th. To be eligible, creators must have at least 500 verified...
Bottom line from The Verge: this may redefine how we interact with devices.
The Supreme National Security Council said the Strait of Hormuz will not open until the United States "corrects its behavior."
The big picture: Iran issues long list of steep demands the... — reflects a broader economic trend.
Long agent runs accumulate state that no transcript records — edited files, a live dev server, installed packages, a warm prompt cache. When an agent misreads a traceback at step 10 and rewrites a correct file, patching forward burns tokens and restarting re-pays every call. R...
The big picture: Meet Shepherd: An Open-Source Python Substrate That Lets... — could accelerate the AI arms race.
A rare turtle is being flown home to the Caribbean Sea after being found washed up in Wales.
Why it matters: Rare turtle to be sent back home in... opens new research frontiers.
I think about Hamtaro: Ham-Ham Heartbreak, a GBA game that has never seen a release outside of that platform, probably more than I should. That's primarily because my experience of it is solely relegated to occasionally (very occasionally) playing a friend's copy on the way to...
Why it matters: Danchi Days, out this October, brings the Hamtaro:... could shake up the gaming landscape.
The 'One Night Only' star said the film has been described to her as "a madcap comedy" and "a horror story."
The big picture: Monica Barbaro Teases Luca Guadagnino’s OpenAI Film ‘Artificial,’... — signals where Hollywood is headed.
The team behind Yoshi and the Mysterious Book has discussed the game’s difficulty and revealed that during development, Yoshi was originally able to take damage. The news comes from the latest issue of Nintendo Dream as part of an interview with senior producer Etsunobu Ebisu...
The big picture: Yoshi and the Mysterious Book devs comment on... — reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
As Melissa Barrera enters the final stretch of her Broadway debut run in Titanique, she’s taking a few days off to get her voice and body back into performance shape. On Saturday, the actress who plays Rose DeWitt Bukater in the hit Titanic (1997) musical parody announced that...
Bottom line from Deadline: this is generating industry buzz.
But Iran's aggressive demands cool hopes that the strait will see traffic return to normal anytime soon or that the U.S. will stop applying economic pressure on Iran.
Bottom line from Fortune: this hints at where the money is moving.
<i>The Invite</i> director declared "It’s a bribe. They pay you more. Not the filmmaker, no; the financiers will get a lot more money to go to streaming."
The big picture: Olivia Wilde says studios try to "bribe" producers... — taps into what audiences want right now.
"I started having panic attacks and started having physical pain" The post Joe Jonas says he sought therapy for his low album sales appeared first on NME.
The big picture: Joe Jonas says he sought therapy for his... — reflects the changing sound of the industry.
Save Your Cinema campaign leader Ben Steinberg joins IndieWire's "Screen Talk" podcast to talk about the recently resurrected Cinerama Dome.
Bottom line from IndieWire: this signals where Hollywood is headed.
Madonna paid tribute to her late Ray of Light producer William Orbit, saying in an Instagram post that he gave her “a magic carpet to fly on.” “I had an epiphany when I met you and started working with you,” she writes today. “I realized that music did not have to fit into cat...
Bottom line from Deadline: this is generating industry buzz.
In a new Nature Physics study, researchers accelerated electrons to more than twice the energy predicted by the traditional dephasing limit for laser-plasma accelerators operating over the same distance. This was made possible by a specially engineered laser pulse called a fly...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
Morrissey has canceled his four-date Las Vegas residency at The Wynn just a week before showtime, Rolling Stone reports. The musician cited “unforeseen logistical issues” as the reason for the sudden cancellation. The former Smiths frontman was set to play four shows at The Wy...
The big picture: Morrissey Cancels Las Vegas Residency Days Before Showtime... — signals where Hollywood is headed.
A White House TikTok featuring “The Fate of Ophelia” has also been removed.
The big picture: Taylor Swift’s ‘August,’ ‘Father Figure’ & Other Songs... — shows where the music business is headed.
The inaugural LA Jazz Fest, set for Aug. 7 to 23 and promising major events including a two-day concert at Dockweiler Beach with stars like John Legend, Janelle Monáe, Parliament/Funkadelic and Raphael Saadiq — was canceled Thursday at the very last minute, and commenters onli...
Variety reports: L.A. Jazz Festival, Which Was Supposed to Feature... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
After Taylor Swift's team yanked her song's audio from one of the administration's TikTok videos, they fired back with some of the weakest song parodies you've ever seen.
The big picture: Trump and Taylor are tusslin' on TikTok — reflects shifting cultural trends.
A leaked document reveals the surveillance company planned to tap roughly 350,000 rideshare vehicles for data collection.
Bottom line from Mashable: this signals a shift in how we use technology.
Welcome to Indie App Spotlight. This is a weekly 9to5Mac series where we showcase the latest apps in the indie app world. If you’re a developer and would like your app featured, get in contact. If you’re an aspiring musician, Pocket Jam might be something you find useful. It ...
Why it matters: Indie App Spotlight: ‘Pocket Jam’ helps you learn... is one to watch for the industry.
"People always ask me where the tan suit came from. I think it’s time the truth finally came out," former president says of appearance on Life, Larry, and the Pursuit of Unhappiness
Rolling Stone reports: Barack Obama Pokes Fun at Tan Suit Controversy... — this taps into a cultural moment.
SpaceX launched another batch of its Starlink internet satellites to orbit today (Aug. 8) from California's scenic central coast.
Space.com reports: SpaceX launches 24 Starlink satellites to orbit from... — this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
Both sides suggest progress in talks to agree a new shipping route through the strait, but a breakthrough remains unclear.
Why it matters: Hormuz talks positive, Oman says, as Iran warns... could reshape the global order.
Like other Google apps, Messages for Android A/B tests many features. It can take the RCS/SMS client a rather long time to actually launch new functionality in stable. From various reports, Google announcements, and devices we’ve checked, this is the current state of Messages.
Bottom line from 9to5Google: this signals a shift in how we use technology.
Morrissey, the ex-Smiths frontman with a penchant for canceling shows, has added to his track record: All four performances of his planned August Las Vegas residency have been scrubbed. The four-show stand at the Wynn Las Vegas’ Encore Theater was set to begin August 14 and wr...
Why it matters: Morrissey Cancels This Month’s Four-Show Las Vegas Residency reflects evolving audience tastes.
Not a controversial opinion, by any means.
PC Gamer reports: id co-founder John Carmack revisits Doom at QuakeCon:... — this could shake up the gaming landscape.
Aimed at reining in China's control of critical minerals, the White House is restricting e-waste exiting the country, whether it's a bin of abandoned cables or a sought after CRT
The big picture: Trump’s New E-Waste Policy Has Vintage Tech Collectors... — is generating hype in the community.
The reality star chats with The Hollywood Reporter about her TV return on Hulu’s ‘House of Stassi,’ her shocking admission in the season finale and how she got Ariana Madix to film a cameo for the series.
The big picture: Katie Maloney Wasn’t Interested in Reality TV After... — is generating industry buzz.
The country is home to some of the world's most unique species - but it is losing them at an alarming rate.
Why it matters: Australia is the planet's extinction hotspot, but one... opens new research frontiers.
The Manchester indie band's debut album 'Something Real' is out later this month The post The Guest List tear apart “the monotony of the every day” on anthemic new single ‘Mundane’ appeared first on NME.
Why it matters: The Guest List tear apart “the monotony of... taps into a cultural moment.
The whole catalogue is discounted, but this one really stood out to me.
The big picture: Bethesda 40th anniversary sale knocks 50% off Doom:... — may set a new standard for the genre.
With no backup cameras and a vision built for the screen, Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl Halftime Show was a marvel even for the veteran director: “I don’t think I will do another show that is as important.”
Hollywood Reporter reports: Hamish Hamilton’s Best Halftime Show Ever Was Also... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
The project was never officially announced, but Cate Blanchett's appearance in the climax of the original series fuelled the rumours The post David Fincher’s ‘Squid Game’ sequel scrapped at Netflix appeared first on NME.
NME reports: David Fincher’s ‘Squid Game’ sequel scrapped at Netflix — this taps into a cultural moment.
Apple is set to unveil the iPhone 18 Pro next month. Should you buy an iPhone now or wait for the iPhone 18 Pro? This year, my advice is a bit different. Here’s why.
9to5Mac reports: Why you should buy iPhone 17 Pro now... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
“The Breakfast Club” star Anthony Michael Hall said during a recent appearance on “The Rich Eisen Show” that director John Hughes wanted a sequel in which the group of troubled teens reunites as adults. “It was something that was on his mind, the idea of bringing back the ‘Bre...
The big picture: Anthony Michael Hall Says John Hughes Wanted a... — is generating industry buzz.
Russia continued its overnight attacks after President Volodymyr Zelensky warned of Ukraine's dwindling supplies of missile interceptors.
The big picture: Child among three killed in Russian missile attacks... — affects international relations.
As a director, Alysa Nahmias thinks like a reality-show producer — she frames the movie as a contest, inviting us to chortle in admiration at what eager-beaver achievers all four girls are. "Cookie Queens" never deviates from that one note.
Why it matters: ‘Cookie Queens’ Review: A Doc About Girl Scout... could reshape the box office conversation.
How about we get in our digital grass touching for the day? Well, I suppose we can't just yet, as Polyzonia, an ecosystem sim set in the Amazon rainforest, isn't out just yet, but it has caught my eye at the very least. Read more
Why it matters: Polyzonia is an ecosystem sim about breathing life... reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
The science and technology explainers warned audiences in the past about the entropy AI will unleash upon the web and, after being forced to remove a video on microscopic superpredators, they're living through it
Why it matters: YouTube Mistakenly Penalizes Popular Science Channel Kurzgesagt For... reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
The Troma founder tells IndieWire about producing James Gunn's first screenplay and the satisfaction of realizing you made a cult movie with a life of its own.
The big picture: As ‘Tromeo & Juliet’ Turns 30, Lloyd Kaufman... — may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Lindsay Hubbard and executive producer Steven Weinstock open up about reshaping the Bravo hit in real time amid Amanda Batula’s divorce and her new relationship with West Wilson.
Hollywood Reporter reports: Inside the ‘Summer House’ Scandal That Turned Bravo’s... — this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
Abelardo de la Espriella used his maiden speech to promise an "all-out war" on what he calls "narco-terrorism".
Why it matters: US offers $1bn to Colombia on new right-wing... reflects broader geopolitical shifts.
To power its new West Texas data center, Amazon is investing in the construction of a new power plant that could be one of the largest single producers of greenhouse gases in the US, according to the New York Times. The new gas-burning plant in Pecos County, Texas has received...
Why it matters: An Amazon data center could have the worst... could change how developers build software.
Iran's military stressed that the crucial waterway would only be reopened when the U.S. accepts Iran's conditions.
Why it matters: Iran sets conditions for opening Strait of Hormuz... hints at where the money is moving.
Netflix's Ted Sarandos says the serial killer series' third season "got pushed off and pushed off" by Fincher's busy schedule.
The big picture: Netflix says it's ultimately David Fincher's fault we... — reflects shifting cultural trends.
A global analysis of range-shift records for 1,758 butterfly species—10% of known butterfly species—found that 80% had expanded their range and that 79% of all recorded range shifts were linked to climate change and extreme weather events. The new study, published in Nature Ec...
The big picture: Butterfly ranges shift worldwide amid climate change, with... — challenges existing scientific assumptions.
Composer Andrew Lloyd Webber is “gutted” that the Broadway production of his Cats: The Jellicle Ball is closing tonight at the Broadhurst Theatre, five months earlier than originally planned. In an emotional message posted on Instagram, Lloyd Webber says he hopes the show’s cl...
Why it matters: Andrew Lloyd Webber “Gutted” About Tonight’s Closing Of... signals where Hollywood is headed.
Mirror's Edge, Hot Lava, and surf map enjoyers may want to keep an eye on Vholume.
The big picture: The indie parkour game from one of the... — signals what players want next.
"The cancer has spread, is metastasized into his bones and further. It's very painful. It's very debilitating in many respects," Hunter Biden said.
Why it matters: Hunter Biden says Joe Biden’s cancer has spread... could affect investors and consumers alike.
The Queen of Pop worked with Orbit several times over the years, most notably on her genre-bending, Grammy Award-winning album Ray of Light.
BBC World reports: Madonna pays tribute to 'genius, otherworldly' producer William... — this reflects broader geopolitical shifts.
"We should not have to choose between putting a check on Putin's aggression and putting a check on this president's tariffs regime."
Why it matters: With broad bipartisan support, Congress is about to... hints at where the money is moving.
The festival returns to Douglass Park in Chicago from September 18 to 20 The post Riot Fest 2026 reveal stage times – with Morrissey opening for Tool appeared first on NME.
NME reports: Riot Fest 2026 reveal stage times – with... — this taps into a cultural moment.
We've all been there. You're out on a hike with some friends, solving some abstract puzzles for a purpose that's not immediately clear, when you get two feet away from your pals and they're as quiet as a dormouse. Or at least, that's been the case for a bunch of folks playing ...
Why it matters: Big Walk's voice chat volume issue has been... reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
Taiwanese ecommerce platform PChome24h is packaging RTX 5090 GPUs with a crazy number of motherboards, entry-to-mid-range GPUs, and several other components. While interesting, these combos are alarming as they show the direction that the PC building industry is headed.
Tom's Hardware reports: Nvidia RTX 5090 ships in bizarre 8-motherboard bundle... — this is one to watch for the industry.
Pokee AI released Pokee-Isaac 28B, a 28B text-only foundation model with a 10M-token context window built to run inside the customer boundary. It scores 93.3% on RULER at 10M tokens, where every baseline in its comparison panel returns 0.0 beyond 2M, and leads BFCL v4 at 70.94...
MarkTechPost reports: Pokee AI Releases Pokee-Isaac 28B: A 10M-Token Context... — this pushes the boundary of what machines can do.
Following the launch of Nintendo Switch 2, we’re putting together a complete list of Nintendo Switch 2 games with a game-key card release. This is a new approach to physical media, which has seen a mixed reaction. In a way, it’s a hybrid between a true physical release and a d...
Why it matters: List of all Nintendo Switch 2 games with... is generating hype in the community.
'Stand by Me,' the director’s adaptation of 'The Body,' earned rave reviews — and even the approval of the hard-to-please novelist.
Hollywood Reporter reports: 40 Years Ago, Rob Reiner Turned Stephen King’s... — this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
The Emmy-nominated host also shares why the show’s quieter moments are as revealing as its biggest betrayals.
Why it matters: Ariana Madix on Season Eight’s “Diabolical” Casa Amor... could reshape the box office conversation.
Curse of Ul'atek comes out next week, but how has Midnight's first season gone in the eyes of its devs?
PC Gamer reports: WoW developers reflect on Midnight's first season—a world... — this could shake up the gaming landscape.
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New extraction shooter, BR1 Infinite, is reportedly bringing new meaning to the term "pay to play" by paying players for each in-game kill. Read more
Eurogamer reports: Extraction shooter BR1 Infinite is paying players for... — this is generating hype in the community.
During a three-night stand at an Indiana venue, the bluegrass picker decided he needed some extra protection following the incident from night one. Billy Strings Wears a Helmet at Concert After Getting Hit With a Thrown Object Travis Bland
Bottom line from Consequence of Sound: this is making waves across platforms.
Olivia Wilde has revealed that she was “passionate” about getting a theatrical release for The Invite following the audience response to the comedy at Sundance. “I wanted to investigate this phenomenon that we found at Sundance when we felt the film have that chemical reaction...
Deadline reports: Olivia Wilde Talks Fight To Get ‘The Invite’... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
Every year, millions of migratory birds travel between different geographical regions on Earth to find food, escape cold weather or reach safe environments to raise chicks. To determine which direction to fly, these birds rely on various types of sensory cues and information, ...
Phys.org reports: Pulsed radiofrequency magnetic fields may disorient migratory birds,... — this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
X is winding down its existing Revenue Sharing program.
Why it matters: X replaces ‘misaligned’ revenue sharing program with Original... signals a shift in how we use technology.
It will explore the former Black Flag frontman's challenging childhood and discovery of punk rock The post Henry Rollins announces coming-of-age memoir, ‘Bait Dog Boy’ appeared first on NME.
NME reports: Henry Rollins announces coming-of-age memoir, ‘Bait Dog Boy’ — this could define this era of music.
There are advantages and disadvantages to both connection types. Here's how they compare and when you might choose one over the other.
Why it matters: Wired vs. wireless CarPlay: How are they different... reshapes the tech landscape.
“She came into Kaiser Permanente looking for answers, and she left with a diagnosis that did not belong to her."
The big picture: Meet a 43-year-old woman who had a hysterectomy... — may shift market dynamics.
X is shutting down Revenue Sharing and replacing it with an Original Content Rewards Program that pays based on impressions.
Mashable reports: X retires revenue sharing for new Original Content... — this may redefine how we interact with devices.
Fenix Flexin also joined the Aug. 7 concert, which marked the end of the This Is Our Dream Tour.
Billboard reports: Fuerza Regida Wraps Stadium Tour at New York’s... — this shows where the music business is headed.
"You pressed a magic button inside of me and I fell into a galaxy of unrealized dreams," singer writes of her longtime collaborator following his death at the age of 69
The big picture: Madonna Pays Tribute to Producer William Orbit: ‘You... — is making waves across platforms.
With just a few days left to go before Google’s Pixel 11 launch event, a hands-on leak has shown off the Pixel 11 Pro XL in real life.
The big picture: Pixel 11 Pro XL shows up in hands-on... — could change how developers build software.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation, the final chapter in the Remake trilogy, is set to feature in this year's Gamescom Opening Night Live. Read more
Bottom line from Eurogamer: this signals what players want next.
Two months ago, That's No Moon, a studio made up of former Naughty Dog and Infinity Ward devs, revealed Crossfire, a cinematic military shooter with a sci-fi flair. The team first formed around five years ago, but now it appears that there's layoffs before they've even managed...
Bottom line from Rock Paper Shotgun: this may set a new standard for the genre.
Madeleine Carlisle, the recently-ex 60 Minutes associate producer and daughter of Stephen Colbert, has landed a new job: Staff writer at The Atlantic. The magazine yesterday announced that Carlisle is one of two new staff writing hires, along with Danyel Smith, who for three y...
Deadline reports: Madeleine Carlisle, Former ’60 Minutes’ Associate Producer &... — this could reshape the box office conversation.
Italian PM Georgia Meloni’s office on Friday said Italian authorities “have no intention” of lifting border checks on people arriving from Spain.
The big picture: Southern Europe’s anti-immigrant attitude on display as Spain,... — could affect investors and consumers alike.
The iconic R&B acts didn’t let the rain stop their parade, as they delivered more than 50 songs and brought out some of New York’s favorite legends.
The big picture: Chris Brown & Usher’s Raymond & Brown Tour... — shows where the music business is headed.
Creator Andy Davidson hopes it gives the game "a new lease on life."
Why it matters: Forget Quake, Worms: The Director's Cut just got... may set a new standard for the genre.
While the device is pretty and lightweight, it’s not something the everyday person needs due to its hefty price tag and size.
TechCrunch reports: The Kindle Scribe Colorsoft is a lot of... — this reshapes the tech landscape.
It's rough, dated and still probably one of the better GoT games.
Bottom line from PC Gamer: this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
With many fan-favorite Autobots and Decepticons bumped off in the opening act, this was not the big-screen romp '80s kids were expecting.
The big picture: 'Transformers: The Movie' at 40: the cartoon spin-off... — challenges existing scientific assumptions.
Lawmakers and police officers had to intervene after Alliance party MP Time Kadrijaj hurled at least four eggs towards Kosovo's acting prime minister Albin Kurti.
Bottom line from BBC World: this could reshape the global order.
On Episode 222 of This Week In Space, Rod Pyle and Tariq Malik are joined by space writer Rich Edwards to discuss the best ways to repel space invaders.
Space.com reports: This Week In Space podcast: Episode 222 —... — this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
The vote cements Trump's former criminal defence lawyer as the nation's top law enforcement official despite a rare pushback from some Republicans.
Why it matters: Trump's ex-lawyer Todd Blanche narrowly confirmed as US... affects international relations.
Buc-ee's became something of a viral sensation during the World Cup, but it has a troubling history of suing small gas stations and convenience stores. On a recent episode of Last Week Tonight, John Oliver literally begged the company to sue him for selling merch featuring his...
The Verge reports: Buc-ee’s dodges John Oliver to sue another small... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
Otis positions itself as a long-term growth stock, but shares are down due to setbacks in its elevator service business and investors chasing the AI trade.
CNBC reports: Elevator giant Otis wants to be a defensive... — this hints at where the money is moving.
In a practical breakdown of how Claude and ChatGPT AI models differ, one tends to fall short when it comes to quality responses and overall user experience.
The big picture: Claude Vs ChatGPT: How These AI Assistants Differ — signals a shift in how we use technology.
Fire Point CEO Iryna Terekh says Ukraine has "learned the hard way" that military leverage is integral to to bringing diplomacy within reach.
CNBC reports: Inside the startup drone maker powering Ukraine's deep-strike... — this signals changing business strategies.
The Mauritian dodo—a global symbol of human-caused extinction and one of the world's largest pigeons—may not have deserved its reputation as a silly simpleton and may have been the only member of its group to live in the dark.
Why it matters: Dodo birds more clever than we thought advances our understanding of the world.
The much-beloved PZmap project suddenly disappeared on August 7, prompting Project Zomboid's team to officially apologize
The big picture: Project Zomboid Fans Create Petition After Devs Revoke... — signals what players want next.
The storm has cut power to at least 44,000 buildings and injured five people on the Japanese island.
The big picture: Typhoon Dolphin batters Japan's Okinawa before bearing down... — could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
The Apple TV streaming service launched a new commercial this week alongside the premiere of Ted Lasso season four. The clever new ‘Welcome Back’ commercial inserts coach Lasso into a bunch of other Apple TV shows, including hits like Severance, Silo, and The Morning Show. You...
Why it matters: Apple TV welcomes back Ted Lasso with a... could change how developers build software.
SATURDAY AM: For a film’s second weekend to gross over $100M, that’s quite a gift, not just for a studio, but the greater exhibition industry. Spider: Man: Brand New Day, with an eye on $143M this weekend is the eighth title to pull this off, and it’s the fifth Marvel title to...
Why it matters: ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ Eyes Third-Best U.S. 2nd... reflects evolving audience tastes.
Nancy Cartwright, voice of Bart Simpson, speculated on the Inside of You podcast that the long-running animated series will come to a close after its current renewal ends. Bart Simpson Actress Believes The Simpsons Will End Soon Travis Bland
Bottom line from Consequence of Sound: this is making waves across platforms.
Days after Trump-affiliated account once again antagonistically uses singer’s music, the Folklore track was stripped by “the copyright owner”
Bottom line from Rolling Stone: this could define this era of music.
Collateralized loan obligations may become the next big push in the exchange-traded fund industry.
Bottom line from CNBC: this reflects a broader economic trend.
Filmmaker Matt Johnson tells IndieWire the three ways he avoided the biopic trap with his new film about Anthony Bourdain.
Why it matters: Why Do Most Biopics Stink? ‘Tony’ and ‘BlackBerry’... signals where Hollywood is headed.
Tom Vek burst onto the scene in 2005 with his album We Have Sound, which garnered a solid 7.6 from the tastemakers of the day over at Pitchfork. His undeniably catchy brand of dancy indietronica landed him an appearance on The OC and placement on the Grand Theft Auto IV soundt...
The Verge reports: Musician and entrepreneur Tom Vek is building a... — this may redefine how we interact with devices.
Google recently changed how it refers and assigns names to hacking groups. TechCrunch spoke with one of the world’s foremost experts on tracking hackers to understand why companies give hackers codenames.
TechCrunch reports: Google’s top hacker hunter explains why hacking groups... — this may redefine how we interact with devices.
As is customary, we already know a ton about Google’s latest smartphone series before it officially launches. The last-minute leaks are seriously piling up for the Pixel 11 — here’s everything you need to know.
Bottom line from 9to5Google: this reshapes the tech landscape.
Starting August 14, Anthropic will make Auto Mode in Claude Code the default for Pro, Max, and Team plans. The company says it's safer. In tests, the classifier caught 89 percent of dangerous commands, while human reviewers caught only 13.6 percent. For the most widely used AI...
Why it matters: Anthropic sets Claude Code to Auto Mode by... could accelerate the AI arms race.
A rare meteorite that crashed through a New Jersey roof contains evidence of ancient salty fluids, organic compounds, and amino acids from a primitive asteroid. Its pristine chemistry could offer new clues about how space rocks helped supply early Earth with some of the ingred...
Why it matters: Meteorite that smashed through a New Jersey roof... adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
The Pixel Watch 5 looks mostly familiar in leaks thus far, but a new leak showcases a Stephen Curry edition, a style that first debuted on Fitbit Air.
Bottom line from 9to5Google: this signals a shift in how we use technology.
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