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‘Blue Eye Samurai’ Renewed For Third & Final Season At Netflix; Season 2 Gets Premiere Window — Watch The Teaser
Mizu’s journey for justice is coming to an end as Blue Eye Samurai is renewed for a third and final season. On Thursday, Netflix announced the animated action series is ending after three seasons, while sharing the teaser and an January 2027 launch date for Season 2, which has...
Why it matters: ‘Blue Eye Samurai’ Renewed For Third & Final... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
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Chinese humanoid robots' biggest obstacle: humans are still (mostly) better
Humanoid robots still struggle to perform as efficiently as humans in most labor scenarios.
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New Snake Species Named After Slash
The Guns N' Roses guitarist has been a long-time enthusiast of reptiles and supporter of conservation efforts. New Snake Species Named After Slash Travis Bland
Consequence of Sound reports: New Snake Species Named After Slash — this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
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Gracie Abrams Says ‘Hit the Wall’ Became the ‘North Star’ for Her ‘Daughter From Hell’ Album & Yet ‘I Don’t Remember Writing It’
"I just remember it being done," the singer/songwriter recalls of the lead single.
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Chris Hansen Says He Refused to Sign His Life Away to Preview Robert Pattinson’s ‘Primetime,’ So A24 Wouldn’t Screen It for Him
Chris Hansen didn’t get to take a seat for the new A24 movie “Primetime.” The 66-year-old veteran journalist went to the offices of indie distributor A24 to watch the Lance Oppenheim film, in which he is played by Robert Pattinson, before it bows at the Venice Film Festival. H...
Variety reports: Chris Hansen Says He Refused to Sign His... — this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
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Century-old physics idea explains why cubic fluid equations work
The Korea Institute of Civil Engineering and Building Technology (KICT) has developed a new cubic equation of state (EOS) that provides a physical justification for a mathematical structure that the chemical and petroleum industries have relied on for more than half a century ...
The big picture: Century-old physics idea explains why cubic fluid equations... — opens new research frontiers.
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Trouble In Paradise: John Ross Bowie & Brian Posehn On Who Ruined Utopia In ‘Stuart Fails’ E5
SPOILER ALERT: The story includes details about Episode 5 of HBO Max’s Stuart Fails To Save the Universe. In Episode 5 of Big Bang Theory spinoff Stuart Fails To Save the Universe, our quartet of inter-dimensional travelers Stuart Bloom (Kevin Sussman), Denise (Lauren Lapkus),...
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Udio and GRAI Adopt UMG and Liquidax-Backed AI Music Patents
The move gives UMG and its partners more control over how copyrights are used and compensated by participating AI models.
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Nintendo Music – list of all games included
For those looking for a complete list of all games included and supported in Nintendo Music, that’s where this post comes in. Nintendo Music only came with a few songs at launch. However, since then, a few more have been added. Nintendo has also indicated that additional music...
Bottom line from Nintendo Everything: this signals what players want next.
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‘The Dynasty: UConn Huskies’ now available to stream on Apple TV
Apple TV’s three-part docuseries about the University of Connecticut women’s basketball program is now available to stream. Watch the trailer below.
9to5Mac reports: ‘The Dynasty: UConn Huskies’ now available to stream... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
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Barbra Streisand Sends Rosie O’Donnell Sweet Message Amid ‘Kimmel’ Guest-Hosting Gig: ‘Welcome Home!’
"Be still my heart -- she is a class act -- what a way to finish my week on Kimmel," the comedian says of the singer's message.
Bottom line from Billboard: this taps into a cultural moment.
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Fender Gets in the Portable Audio Game With Bluetooth Headphones and Speakers
Fender Audio's over-ear headphones feature a modular design, including user-replaceable batteries
The big picture: Fender Gets in the Portable Audio Game With... — could define this era of music.
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Jon Landau Remembers ‘Generous Friend’ and Springsteen Biographer Dave Marsh
The prolific rock critic wrote for Rolling Stone and penned over 25 books
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CFTC’s Innovation Advisory Committee meeting addresses emerging prediction market risks
The CFTC's first Innovation Advisory Committee meeting discussed risks of mention markets, with members advocating for tighter consumer protection.
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Watch Sheryl Crow Surprise Fans With New ‘Cars’ Song ‘Built to Last’ Ahead of Spin-Off Disney Jr. Series
The Grammy-winning singer/songwriter contributed 10 additional songs to Cars: Lightning Racers, following her original 2006 Cars track "Real Gone."
Bottom line from Billboard: this reflects the changing sound of the industry.
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Tourist sign translations made more culturally fluent by AI system
A new artificial intelligence, or AI, translation model could improve the accuracy and cultural appropriateness of Chinese-English public signs at tourist attractions, according to research in the International Journal of Environmental Technology and Management. The approach t...
Phys.org reports: Tourist sign translations made more culturally fluent by... — this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
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El Niño set to be 'strongest in living memory', says Met Office
Scientists say the growing El Niño weather pattern is an "unprecedented event" and means 2027 is likely to be the world's hottest year on record.
The big picture: El Niño set to be 'strongest in living... — challenges existing scientific assumptions.
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Tesla, Uber, and Waymo all get the OK to operate thousands of robotaxis in Nevada
Together, these permits would allow up to 8,000 robotaxis to be deployed over the next 12 months.
TechCrunch reports: Tesla, Uber, and Waymo all get the OK... — this is one to watch for the industry.
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Japan headline inflation rate hits highest this year as energy prices bite
Core inflation — which strips out prices of fresh food but includes energy — was in line with expectations, coming in at 1.8%.
The big picture: Japan headline inflation rate hits highest this year... — could affect investors and consumers alike.
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Ariana Grande Slams Trump Admin After It Uses ‘We Can’t Be Friends’ in TikTok Video: ‘Your Truth is False’
The Grammy winner previously criticized the Trump administration after it used her song "Bye" in an ICE TikTok video
Rolling Stone reports: Ariana Grande Slams Trump Admin After It Uses... — this could define this era of music.
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SEVENTEEN’s Vernon Says ‘I’ll Be Back’ With New Single as He Enlists in South Korean Military
The rapper turns a track into a meaningful moment for fans, giving them something to revisit while he's away for mandatory military service.
The big picture: SEVENTEEN’s Vernon Says ‘I’ll Be Back’ With New... — reflects the changing sound of the industry.
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Rosie O’Donnell’s Jimmy Kimmel Live! Takeover Sets Summer Ratings High
Her Monday episode also out-rated The Tonight Show. Rosie O’Donnell’s Jimmy Kimmel Live! Takeover Sets Summer Ratings High Alex Krinsky
Consequence of Sound reports: Rosie O’Donnell’s Jimmy Kimmel Live! Takeover Sets Summer... — this shows where the music business is headed.
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Rain to stop in time for weekend as sun returns
The heavy downpours that have caused flash flooding will ease during Friday with sunshine returning for the weekend. But there are some chilly nights in store, as Ben Rich explains.
BBC Science reports: Rain to stop in time for weekend as... — this advances our understanding of the world.
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AI data startup Micro1 reaches $500M gross run rate amid AI training boom
Surging demand for AI training data is driving rapid growth for the startup and its rivals.
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Netflix Drops Trailers for ‘Blue Eye Samurai’ Season 2, Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 and More at Anime NYC 2026
You can see the latest trailers and art for seven titles, including Fool Night and The One Piece.
The big picture: Netflix Drops Trailers for ‘Blue Eye Samurai’ Season... — could change how developers build software.
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Occupational health challenges require more than individual support, new doctoral study shows
Mental health issues are now the most prevalent cause of sick leave in Finland. It is common for an employee's declining occupational well-being to result in a sick leave referral, while nothing changes at the workplace itself.
Why it matters: Occupational health challenges require more than individual support,... challenges existing scientific assumptions.
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Japan's historic yen intervention has ‘turbo-charged’ the carry trade
Japan's historic effort to prop up the yen may have had an unintended consequence: giving investors a better opportunity to put the carry trade back on.
Bottom line from CNBC: this may shift market dynamics.
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Explosive New Cyberpunk: Edgerunners Story Highlights Netflix’s Anime Release Calendar
“What kind of edgerunner are you?” That’s a question asked…nay, screamed midway through a brand new first look at the Cyberpunk: Edgerunners season 2 (styled Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2), the next standalone installment set in Netflix’s anime adaptation of the Cyberpunk 2077 univ...
Why it matters: Explosive New Cyberpunk: Edgerunners Story Highlights Netflix’s Anime... taps into what audiences want right now.
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Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 Finally Has A Release Date, And Netflix Has More Anime On The Way
Anime has become a key pillar of entertainment for several streaming services, and this is one genre where Netflix has made a concerted effort to lock in a few exclusive shows. The anime jewel in its crown is easily Cyberpunk: Edgerunners, the wildly popular prequel and spin-o...
GameSpot reports: Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 Finally Has A Release Date,... — this could shake up the gaming landscape.
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Jaafar Jackson: ‘Michael’ Sequel Will Give ‘More Insight’ Into Child Abuse Allegations and ‘Let His Voice Be Heard’
Now that the second “Michael” movie is closer to starting production, star Jaafar Jackson says it will indeed address the criticisms and child abuse allegations Michael Jackson faced in the ’90s. Michael Jackson’s nephew Jaafar Jackson says that while he doesn’t have much say...
Bottom line from Variety: this is generating industry buzz.
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NBA YoungBoy Is Giving Sobriety a Chance: ‘I’m Trying to See if I Really Can Make It to 6 Months’
The Louisiana rapper moved to South Korea and is trying to stay clean and out of trouble.
The big picture: NBA YoungBoy Is Giving Sobriety a Chance: ‘I’m... — reflects the changing sound of the industry.
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Ariana Grande Blasts Trump Administration for Using ‘We Can’t Be Friends’ in Social Post: ‘Your Truth Is False’
Ariana Grande has once again spoken out against the Trump administration for using one of her songs in a post on social media, this time for setting “We Can’t Be Friends (Wait For Your Love)” as the soundtrack for a post on the Team Trump TikTok account. Team Trump posted a vi...
Variety reports: Ariana Grande Blasts Trump Administration for Using ‘We... — this is generating industry buzz.
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Jay-Z’s Defamation Lawsuit Against Lawyer Who Filed Rape Case Faces Skeptical Appeals Court
One judge called the rapper's key evidence "highly suspicious" during oral arguments on Thursday (Aug. 20).
Billboard reports: Jay-Z’s Defamation Lawsuit Against Lawyer Who Filed Rape... — this shows where the music business is headed.
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Scarce emergence of new species drove the decline of African megaherbivores, study suggests
A study by the National Museum of Natural Sciences (MNCN-CSIC), the National Research Center on Human Evolution (CENIEH) and the University of Alcalá offers a new explanation for the decline of African megaherbivores. These animals, weighing more than a tonne (2,200 pounds) an...
Phys.org reports: Scarce emergence of new species drove the decline... — this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
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Ticketmaster Cancels Scalped Tickets to Olivia Rodrigo’s “The Unraveled Tour,” and Fans Can Get Them at Face Value
Fans of the mega pop star have until Friday, August 21st at 11:59 p.m. ET to request the tickets. Ticketmaster Cancels Scalped Tickets to Olivia Rodrigo’s “The Unraveled Tour,” and Fans Can Get Them at Face Value Travis Bland
Consequence of Sound reports: Ticketmaster Cancels Scalped Tickets to Olivia Rodrigo’s “The... — this could define this era of music.
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Learn what VCs actually want, from a founder who’s raised $1B
Investors want founders who understand the financial reality of their business. Messy data, misunderstood metrics, or waiting until you’re nearly out of cash to start fundraising can cost founders leverage, valuation, and even a term sheet. In this episode of Build Mode, host ...
TechCrunch reports: Learn what VCs actually want, from a founder... — this signals a shift in how we use technology.
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‘The Magic Faraway Tree’ Review: Claire Foy and Andrew Garfield in an Exhaustingly Cutesy Kid Flick
The visually colorful adaptation of Enid Blyton's beloved children's book also features Rebecca Ferguson, Nicola Coughlan and Jessica Gunning.
Why it matters: ‘The Magic Faraway Tree’ Review: Claire Foy and... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
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Why Nigeria's one-time political giant may face extinction
Once a giant of African politics, the PDP is in danger of being wiped out after January's elections.
BBC World reports: Why Nigeria's one-time political giant may face extinction — this could reshape the global order.
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Thinner lenses, brighter colors: Metalens research clears two hurdles for AR and VR glasses
AR and VR glasses once seen only in science fiction may soon be realized not as bulky stacks of lenses but as a single eyeglass-like optical element. That future is now closer to reality.
Why it matters: Thinner lenses, brighter colors: Metalens research clears two... opens new research frontiers.
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Cameron Diaz’s Netflix Action-Comedy ‘Bad Day’ Gets December Release and First Look
Ed O'Neill and Danielle Brooks also star in director Jake Szymanski's action-comedy.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this could reshape the box office conversation.
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Why the US economy is ringing alarm bells
The US hit a debt milestone this week, but just how worried should we be about the world's largest economy?
The big picture: Why the US economy is ringing alarm bells — could affect investors and consumers alike.
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Millennials are struggling to buy a home - but is it actually getting easier?
Twenty-somethings are much less likely to own a home than previous generations. But data suggests things may be turning a corner.
Why it matters: Millennials are struggling to buy a home -... may shift market dynamics.
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English Premier League 2026-27: Here’s Where to Watch Soccer Matches Live Online for Free
The 35th season of play starts Friday (Aug. 21) — watch matches online for free.
The big picture: English Premier League 2026-27: Here’s Where to Watch... — is making waves across platforms.
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Ariana Grande Slams Trump For Using Her Song In Anti-Trans TikTok: “Your Truth Is False”
As Ariana Grande winds down her Eternal Sunshine Tour, she’s the latest pop icon to call out Donald Trump for using her music. On Thursday, the three-time Grammy winner commented on a TikTok video posted by the Trump campaign, which used Grande’s 2024 single “We Can’t Be Frien...
Why it matters: Ariana Grande Slams Trump For Using Her Song... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
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Here’s Where You Can Still Find Austin City Limits Tickets
The festival returns to Zilker Park over two weekends in October, with some single-day tickets already selling out
Why it matters: Here’s Where You Can Still Find Austin City... is making waves across platforms.
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Mary J. Blige Opens Up About Choosing Not to Have Any Children: ‘I Saw a Lot of People Struggling’
"I see a lot, you know, my family members needing babysitters and them not having a choice, no freedom," she said.
Bottom line from Billboard: this is making waves across platforms.
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Today’s Wordle answer and hints for #1889 on August 21
There's no need to lose your streak - here's the 'Wordle' answer for today The post Today’s Wordle answer and hints for #1889 on August 21 appeared first on NME.
The big picture: Today’s Wordle answer and hints for #1889 on... — taps into a cultural moment.
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‘Connections’ answers and hints for today, August 21
Here are hints, groups and answers for 'Connections' #1167 The post ‘Connections’ answers and hints for today, August 21 appeared first on NME.
NME reports: ‘Connections’ answers and hints for today, August 21 — this could define this era of music.
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Globle answer today – here’s the answer and hints for August 21
Where in the world? The post Globle answer today – here’s the answer and hints for August 21 appeared first on NME.
The big picture: Globle answer today – here’s the answer and... — could define this era of music.
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Rising carbon dioxide is supercharging grass growth in African savannas, study finds
Rising atmospheric carbon dioxide is boosting grass growth in Africa's water-limited savannas, according to a new study led by the University of Sheffield.
Phys.org reports: Rising carbon dioxide is supercharging grass growth in... — this advances our understanding of the world.
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‘Lanterns’ EP Damon Lindelof Weighs In on 2026’s Adaptation Wars: “Shouldn’t We Be Beyond This by Now?”
From 'The Odyssey' to 'Resident Evil' and 'Lanterns,' creative license has fans up in arms. Lindelof isn't surprised.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this signals where Hollywood is headed.
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Stifling heat and broken toilets: TUI River Cruise passengers tell of their holiday hell
Holidaymakers tell the BBC they paid for luxury breaks but faulty air conditioning left them in sweltering heat.
Why it matters: Stifling heat and broken toilets: TUI River Cruise... may shift market dynamics.
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Neutrogena Admits It Made Hayden Panettiere Feel ‘Unsupported,’ Stops Short of Apologizing
In recent interview, Panettiere said that the global skincare brand ended their 10-year partnership after she opened up about postpartum depression
Bottom line from Rolling Stone: this taps into a cultural moment.
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Apple reportedly lays off 60 Vision employees amid shifting priorities
AppleInsider reports that Apple “has just laid off an entire team dedicated to VR development,” with at least 60 employees reportedly affected. Here are the details.
The big picture: Apple reportedly lays off 60 Vision employees amid... — signals a shift in how we use technology.
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Jailed Pakistan ex-PM Imran Khan taken to hospital for treatment
Khan was taken from Adiala jail and sent to Shifa International Hospital under heavy security, according to his party.
BBC World reports: Jailed Pakistan ex-PM Imran Khan taken to hospital... — this reflects broader geopolitical shifts.
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The Best ‘Widow’s Bay’ Merch, From Tourist Tees to Salty Whale Totes
Already missing New Martha’s Vineyard? We found the best candles, drinkware, gifts, and more to hold you over until the Apple TV series returns
Why it matters: The Best ‘Widow’s Bay’ Merch, From Tourist Tees... reflects the changing sound of the industry.
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L.A. Mayoral Candidate Nithya Raman Says Legality of Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger “Should Be Decided in Court”
As Mayor Karen Bass called for a quick resolution to the standoff, her rival in the 2026 elections, Nithya Raman, said the legal process should take its course.
Why it matters: L.A. Mayoral Candidate Nithya Raman Says Legality of... is generating industry buzz.
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Researchers build 'digital twin' to model Manhattan air quality
Cornell engineers have developed a "digital twin" framework that creates a real-time virtual representation of urban carbon dioxide conditions, providing a tool that could help city planners monitor emissions, identify hotspots and evaluate potential interventions before imple...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
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North Sea wind farm expansion may shift rain offshore, simulations suggest
Offshore wind farms are a key pillar of the energy transition. The European Union plans to expand offshore wind capacity in the North Sea by 2050. A new study by the Helmholtz-Zentrum Hereon indicates that a very extensive expansion could influence regional precipitation patte...
Phys.org reports: North Sea wind farm expansion may shift rain... — this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
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OpenAI is gaining on Anthropic with business users, new data indicates
Businesses are willing to flop back and forth as each lab releases new models, volatility that should give both companies' investors pause about how "sticky" enterprise AI spending really is.
TechCrunch reports: OpenAI is gaining on Anthropic with business users,... — this reshapes the tech landscape.
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‘Outer Banks’ Creators Break Down Season 5’s “Earned” Ending, Supernatural Lean & JJ’s Presence
SPOILER ALERT: The story includes details about Season 5 of Netflix’s Outer Banks. There were a lot of full-circle elements in the fifth and final season of Outer Banks. The series ended the way it started, with a hurricane. Sarah (Madelyn Cline) wore a version of her iconic M...
Bottom line from Deadline: this could reshape the box office conversation.
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How ‘Star Trek: Strange New Worlds’ Pulled Off That Madcap Puppet Episode
SPOILER ALERT: This article contains spoilers for “Star Trek: Strange New Worlds” Season 4 Episode 5, titled “Level Five Transporter Accident,” now streaming on Paramount+. At long last, the most anticipated event in recent “Star Trek” memory is here. No, not another movie or ...
The big picture: How ‘Star Trek: Strange New Worlds’ Pulled Off... — could reshape the box office conversation.
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Jaafar Jackson Says ‘Michael’ Sequel “Will Give Even More Insight” Into Child Abuse Allegations “From His Point Of View”
Jaafar Jackson will reprise his role as Michael Jackson in the Michael biopic sequel in the works at Lionsgate and the late singer’s estate. In a new interview, Jaafar Jackson said he would want his uncle’s point of view on all the child abuse allegations. “I think the second ...
Why it matters: Jaafar Jackson Says ‘Michael’ Sequel “Will Give Even... may set a new benchmark for the genre.
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Some New Samsung Device Owners Are Running Into RCS Messaging Issues
Some have shared creative workarounds for connecting to RCS messaging on newer Samsung phone models.
Why it matters: Some New Samsung Device Owners Are Running Into... signals a shift in how we use technology.
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GitHub says commits have doubled in the last four months
The new traffic peak caused "capacity failures" that led to the developer platform's recent outage.
The big picture: GitHub says commits have doubled in the last... — signals a shift in how we use technology.
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Meet S1-mini: Superwhisper’s 462 MB Open-Weights Text Normalizer That Turns Raw ASR Transcripts Into Clean Written Text
S1-mini is a 462 MB open-weights normalizer that sits after ASR, removing fillers and resolving self-corrections locally. The post Meet S1-mini: Superwhisper’s 462 MB Open-Weights Text Normalizer That Turns Raw ASR Transcripts Into Clean Written Text appeared first on MarkTech...
Why it matters: Meet S1-mini: Superwhisper’s 462 MB Open-Weights Text Normalizer... pushes the boundary of what machines can do.
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Darth Vader Wants Flock Surveillance Cameras In Cities To ‘Find The Rebel Scum’ And ‘Stalk My Ex-Girlfriend’
"We all know that the Flock cameras are not only following the license plate readers; they are following children"
Why it matters: Darth Vader Wants Flock Surveillance Cameras In Cities... reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
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Decode the chatter of birds with a neuroscientist
If you're not a bird person, you may not be able to distinguish between the different sounds birds make. Birdsong—the courting and territorial vocalization of songbirds—has been studied for decades, but less is understood about bird chatter, or the other chirps made by all flo...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this advances our understanding of the world.
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Fibrinogen discovery reshapes understanding of how wounds heal
Scientists have redefined how the key blood-clotting protein fibrinogen behaves when it contacts air, overturning two decades of scientific consensus on wound healing. It is the culmination of more than a decade of international collaboration by Dr. Richard Campbell of The Uni...
The big picture: Fibrinogen discovery reshapes understanding of how wounds heal — could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
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Prime Video Unveils Landmark $2 Billion-Plus Investment in Latin American Entertainment
Prime Video has unveiled a landmark $2 billion-plus investment plan in Latin American entertainment spanning 2027 to 2030 in a concerted bid to increase viewership and engagement. The move comes in what is considered the second fastest growing region for streaming in the world...
Bottom line from Variety: this is generating industry buzz.
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Trump vows tougher economic measures on Iran and supporting countries
It comes after a 60-day ceasefire expired on Monday, with no sign of a diplomatic or military off-ramp to the conflict.
The big picture: Trump vows tougher economic measures on Iran and... — signals changing business strategies.
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Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World details Thespidor, King Withers, and Scruffy, Taiboku and Lushland, Waterwing Can
Square Enix just issued another batch of details for Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World, covering characters Thespidor, King Withers, and Scruffy plus locations Taiboku and Lushland and the Watering Can, a special artifact that will become a valuable tool to players in ...
Bottom line from Nintendo Everything: this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
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‘Insidious: Out Of The Further’ To Scare Up $50M+ WW; ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ To Prevail With $85M+ WW In Fourth Frame – Box Office Preview
Dog days of August? What dog days of August do you speak of? Absolutely none here as Spider-Man: Brand New Day heads for a healthy fourth weekend of $35 million at this weekend’s domestic box office, and $85M worldwide. That 50% fourth-weekend decline is on par with Disney/Mar...
The big picture: ‘Insidious: Out Of The Further’ To Scare Up... — could reshape the box office conversation.
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Welcome to the jungle: Newly discovered snake named after Slash from Guns N' Roses
Slash, aka Saul Hudson, is probably best known as the guitarist for Guns N' Roses. But there's more to Slash than his music. He's also a lifelong reptile lover and an avid supporter of zoos and museums. And now, he's the namesake of the newly discovered Lielaphis slashi: Slash...
Why it matters: Welcome to the jungle: Newly discovered snake named... advances our understanding of the world.
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ChatGPT can now send texts for you with new Apple Messages plug-in
Ever wanted someone else to do your texting for you? ChatGPT is being offered up as an automated text scribe via a new Apple Messages integration.
Bottom line from TechCrunch: this may redefine how we interact with devices.
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Jason Flying A Plane In The New GTA 6 Leak Has Me More Excited Than Any Previous Trailer
And I'm not alone in my hype, as fans are also impressed by the footage of a plane flying over Vice City
The big picture: Jason Flying A Plane In The New GTA... — may set a new standard for the genre.
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Trump wants to be friends with Kim - but South Korea could pay the price
US military exercises with South Korea end early on Friday, at a time when the North is in a position of strength.
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US distributor of China’s most popular humanoid robots pivots after US ban
FCC ban on foreign-made robots accelerated RoboStore’s US manufacturing plans.
The big picture: US distributor of China’s most popular humanoid robots... — reshapes the tech landscape.
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Messy life-producing cellular process caught in action for first time
All living things have a fleet of tiny copy machines that turn instructions from DNA into RNA molecules responsible for helping build proteins that keep organisms alive. One of those nanoscale machines, called eukaryotic RNA polymerase II, performs a crucial early step require...
The big picture: Messy life-producing cellular process caught in action for... — challenges existing scientific assumptions.
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Small doses of caustic soda increase biogas production from banana waste
Low concentrations of caustic soda (sodium hydroxide, NaOH) are more efficient than high doses for preparing organic waste for biogas production. This finding increases methane production, reduces reagent consumption and, consequently, diminishes process costs and minimizes th...
The big picture: Small doses of caustic soda increase biogas production... — advances our understanding of the world.
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Dave Bautista Officially Set as Kratos in ‘God of War’ TV Series
Dave Bautista is officially taking up the mantle of the “God of War.” Variety has learned that the actor is now set to lead the Amazon Prime Video TV series based on the video game franchise in the role of Kratos. It was originally reported earlier this month that Bautista was...
Why it matters: Dave Bautista Officially Set as Kratos in ‘God... could reshape the box office conversation.
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Dave Bautista Set To Play Kratos In ‘God Of War’ As Amazon Series Recasts Lead
Dave Bautista has closed his deal to play Kratos in Prime Video’s God of War fantasy drama series. Series co-studios Amazon MGM Studios and Sony Pictures Television reached out to Bautista and initiated talks shortly after they had made a decision to recast the role following ...
Bottom line from Deadline: this may set a new benchmark for the genre.
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‘Spa Weekend’ Review: These Funny Women Deserve a Much Better Break
Leslie Mann, Isla Fisher, Michelle Buteau, and Anna Faris make for a spirited foursome in "The Hangover" writers and "Bad Moms" filmmakers Jon Lucas and Scott Moore's messy, unhinged, sometimes funny new film.
Bottom line from IndieWire: this could reshape the box office conversation.
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HP Introduces First HyperX Open-Back Headset, Lightweight Carbon Fiber Mouse and More
I got a glimpse at the latest HyperX gaming peripherals. Here’s what stood out, from new devices to tweaks to existing fan favorites.
Why it matters: HP Introduces First HyperX Open-Back Headset, Lightweight Carbon... is one to watch for the industry.
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Want smarter screen time? This documentary streaming service is now $130 for life.
Learn while you relax with this lifetime subscription to MagellanTV Documentary Streaming Service, now only $129.97.
Why it matters: Want smarter screen time? This documentary streaming service... is one to watch for the industry.
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Tupac Murder Trial: Jurors Hear ‘Secret’ Police Interview with Keffe D Admitting Role in Shooting
Duane “Keffe D” Davis now says he lied to investigators during the meeting to gain leverage while facing a potential life sentence on drug charges
Why it matters: Tupac Murder Trial: Jurors Hear ‘Secret’ Police Interview... is making waves across platforms.
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Hyundai considering U.S. production increase at new Georgia plant, CEO tells CNBC
The potential capacity increase would be part of Hyundai's plan to invest $26 billion in the U.S. through 2028, Hyundai CEO José Muñoz told CNBC.
The big picture: Hyundai considering U.S. production increase at new Georgia... — could affect investors and consumers alike.
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Mortal Shell 2's first balance patch makes its in-game economy a lot more lenient and nerfs some enemies and bosses for a smoother ride
Heavy is the burden of being a game developer, as even as a game launches, there is always still work to be done. Mortal Shell 2 is out today, and while it generally seems to be doing quite well for itself, a game of its ilk, i.e. a Soulslike, doesn't necessarily get everythin...
Bottom line from Rock Paper Shotgun: this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.
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Warsh faces Fed independence test as Bessent moves in on central bank's turf
Bessent’s effort to tamp down long-term Treasury yields could force Warsh to clarify how far the Fed should go in coordinating on bonds and the balance sheet.
The big picture: Warsh faces Fed independence test as Bessent moves... — signals changing business strategies.
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Google Home update lets you set light color temperature to your favorite kelvin using voice commands
Google Home is rolling out an update that addresses some of the most overlooked pain points for the voice assistant, like refined broadcast commands, better Spotify request recognition, and granular smart light color temperature control down to the kelvin. Don’t be shy; we all...
Why it matters: Google Home update lets you set light color... could change how developers build software.
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The Hollies Officially Call It Quits, as Last Two Members of Classic 1960s Lineup Retire After Being in Band for 63 Years
The Hollies have officially called it a day. And perhaps, like many, you didn’t even realize a version of that classic rock band was still performing. Yet the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame-inducted group had endured in some form and continued to tour since 1962 — including two me...
The big picture: The Hollies Officially Call It Quits, as Last... — may set a new benchmark for the genre.
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Google Discover is getting an AI chatbot-tuned feed
Google will soon allow you to customize your Discover feed by describing what you want to see. The new feature, rolling out to the Google app in the "coming days," will use AI to automatically tweak your feed and "remember" your preferences for future visits. You'll find the o...
Why it matters: Google Discover is getting an AI chatbot-tuned feed could change how developers build software.
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Intense light bent out of shape—ultrafast lenses made from gas
Researchers from the MPIK in Heidelberg used an atomic gas as a time-dependent lens to shape and spectrally manipulate intense high-frequency laser pulses. This gas-based optical element could pave the way toward better XUV- and X-ray pulse control for applications such as che...
Phys.org reports: Intense light bent out of shape—ultrafast lenses made... — this opens new research frontiers.
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Apple bucks downward trend as reports show global smartphone shipment and sales declines
Four Counterpoint Research reports published this week reveal drops in smartphone sales and shipments in India, Latin America, Europe, and China. Here are the reports.
9to5Mac reports: Apple bucks downward trend as reports show global... — this is one to watch for the industry.
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Sacramento’s Mad Legislative Dash To Fix Tax Credits SNAFU, Get Post-Production Incentive Passed, Or Not
EXCLUSIVE: With a very hard out of less than two weeks, state legislators in Sacramento are either going to be Scrooge or Santa with California’s film and TV tax incentives for the near-moribund L.A. industry. It’s a mixed result right now with a lot of good intentions, a lo...
Deadline reports: Sacramento’s Mad Legislative Dash To Fix Tax Credits... — this could reshape the box office conversation.
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Madonna Is Still Queen of the VMAs
She's defined (and redefined) the MTV awards show's standards for more than 40 years. With 11 nominations at this year's show, she still reigns supreme
Why it matters: Madonna Is Still Queen of the VMAs is making waves across platforms.
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Lawmakers Offer Film Industry a Fix on California Tax Credit Cap
Lawmakers in Sacramento introduced a budget fix on Thursday that helps film producers by adjusting a state cap on tax credits. The agreement, first reported by Variety on Tuesday, falls short of a full carveout for film and TV tax credits from a blanket $5 million annual cap, ...
The big picture: Lawmakers Offer Film Industry a Fix on California... — signals where Hollywood is headed.
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Natural forest regrowth offers a lower-cost path to climate and biodiversity goals
As nations race to restore ecosystems and curb climate change, research has shown that letting nature do the work is a cost-effective, viable solution. A study from the University of Queensland and the University of Newcastle found that natural forest regeneration delivered su...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
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How membraneless organelles assemble into organized protein hubs
Inside every cell, thousands of proteins must reach the right place at the right time. Helping coordinate this complex logistics network are centriolar satellites—tiny, membraneless organelles that play important roles in protein trafficking, cell division and the formation of...
Bottom line from Phys.org: this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
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Netflix Exec Andy Weil Jumping to Amazon as Head of Comedy
Comedy development exec Andy Weil is exiting Netflix after 11 years to join Amazon as its new head of comedy. The exec rejoins his former Netflix boss Peter Friedlander, now head of global TV at Amazon MGM Studios. Weil is a well-known comedy buff who has championed some of Ne...
Bottom line from Variety: this could reshape the box office conversation.
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Film Buyers Fume As Amazon Accidentally Leaks Jason Statham’s Big-Budget ‘Mutiny’ Ahead Of Cinema Release: “A Multimillion-Dollar Problem”
Amazon is in choppy waters after accidentally leaking Jason Statham’s latest big-budget action pic Mutiny on its Prime Video service days before the movie is released in theaters. Deadline understands that the movie was up for a matter of hours earlier this week after a mistak...
Deadline reports: Film Buyers Fume As Amazon Accidentally Leaks Jason... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
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From Vintage Levi’s To Playing Cards: ‘Hacks’ Costume Designer Kathleen Felix-Hager On Dressing Season 5
By the time Hacks reached its fifth and final season, Deborah Vance (Jean Smart) was still Deborah Vance — big earrings, bold looks and all. But for costume designer Kathleen Felix-Hager, it was Ava Daniels (Hannah Einbinder) whose wardrobe told the story of just how much the ...
Deadline reports: From Vintage Levi’s To Playing Cards: ‘Hacks’ Costume... — this could reshape the box office conversation.
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Magnetically levitated quantum bit could address design flaws
Researchers at the FAMU-FSU College of Engineering and the National High Magnetic Field Laboratory, headquartered at Florida State University, have designed a new quantum computing architecture that uses magnetic levitation to smooth over design flaws in the intricate componen...
Why it matters: Magnetically levitated quantum bit could address design flaws opens new research frontiers.
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A new role for nitrate reductase in regulating nitrogen-responsive nodulation
Certain plants, including legumes, form specialized organs called root nodules, where they establish symbiotic relationships with nitrogen-fixing bacteria. This root nodule symbiosis enables plants to use atmospheric nitrogen for growth, reducing their dependence on nitrogen f...
The big picture: A new role for nitrate reductase in regulating... — could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
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Diane Warren Adopts West Hollywood’s Runaway Pig: ‘Welcome Wilbur!’
The viral story of a runaway pig in West Hollywood turned out to have a Hollywood ending. This past weekend, a video showed a piglet running through the streets of West Hollywood. Jamaal Harrison, who filmed the video, is seen chasing the pig as he yells, “There’s a pig in Wes...
Variety reports: Diane Warren Adopts West Hollywood’s Runaway Pig: ‘Welcome... — this could reshape the box office conversation.
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Bessent's efforts in the Treasury market so far haven't worked. Here's what else he can try
Market experts showed skepticism at whether the push would succeed against a bevy of factors working against Treasurys.
CNBC reports: Bessent's efforts in the Treasury market so far... — this hints at where the money is moving.
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‘Lanterns’ Premiere Lights Up Strong Ratings on HBO, HBO Max
The DC series racks up more than 9 million viewers worldwide over its first three days.
Why it matters: ‘Lanterns’ Premiere Lights Up Strong Ratings on HBO,... is generating industry buzz.
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Hayden Panettiere’s Boyfriend Breaks Silence on Her Death
Brian Hickerson's attorney says police have found no signs of foul play as the investigation into the actress' death continues.
Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this signals where Hollywood is headed.
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Big Walk’s Ending Delivered A Gut Punch I Never Saw Coming
For about 15 hours and 57 minutes of our 16-hour playthrough of Big Walk, my kids and I laughed as we stumbled down cliffsides, put our heads together to solve dozens of inventive puzzles, and rejoiced whenever we'd finish a task and that small burst of confetti would shoot ou...
Why it matters: Big Walk’s Ending Delivered A Gut Punch I... could shake up the gaming landscape.
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AI boosts sensitivity to double-Higgs signatures occurring about once per trillion collisions
Is the universe as stable as we think it is? That's one of the big questions that particle physicists worldwide are preparing to answer with the Large Hadron Collider, or LHC—the world's most powerful particle accelerator—when its upgrade is completed in about four years. In t...
Why it matters: AI boosts sensitivity to double-Higgs signatures occurring about... could lead to real-world breakthroughs.
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The Enhanced Games — tech’s steroid extravaganza — didn’t pay off, as company posts $60 million loss
An effort to transform the world of sports through steroid use doesn't exactly seem to be bearing financial fruit.
Why it matters: The Enhanced Games — tech’s steroid extravaganza —... could change how developers build software.
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L.A. Mayor Karen Bass Throws Her Support Behind Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery Settlement
The mayor previously stated that she opposed the $111 billion merger deal unless jobs were preserved in the transaction.
Hollywood Reporter reports: L.A. Mayor Karen Bass Throws Her Support Behind... — this reflects evolving audience tastes.
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FBI arrests woman over alleged plot to bomb New York capitol building
Prosecutors say the Albany woman had pledged allegiance to the Islamic State group, and wanted to bomb the statehouse to kill lawmakers.
The big picture: FBI arrests woman over alleged plot to bomb... — could reshape the global order.
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Pixel 11 Gboard Writing tools offer ‘Personalized suggestions’ with Gemini Intelligence
On the Pixel 11 series, Google has updated Gboard’s Writing tools with Gemini Intelligence to offer “Personalized suggestions.”
The big picture: Pixel 11 Gboard Writing tools offer ‘Personalized suggestions’... — signals a shift in how we use technology.
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Peacock Plans Get Another Price Hike — Here Are the Best Subscription Deals and Free Trial Hacks
See how deal-savvy streamers can save on the NBCUniversal-owned service, including three little-known ways to get it for free.
The big picture: Peacock Plans Get Another Price Hike — Here... — may set a new benchmark for the genre.
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Pipistrello and the Cursed Yoyo – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition announced [update: trailer]
August 18: Pipistrello and the Cursed Yoyo is getting a Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, and it’s releasing this week. It’s slated for August 20, 2026. Pipistrello and the Cursed Yoyo will come with a number of technical upgrades. It will support 120 FPS gameplay in handheld mode at...
Why it matters: Pipistrello and the Cursed Yoyo – Nintendo Switch... may set a new standard for the genre.
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Japan to launch probe for Mars moons in October: Space agency
Japan's ambitious mission to collect and bring back samples from one of Mars' moons will lift off Oct. 20, the space agency announced Thursday.
The big picture: Japan to launch probe for Mars moons in... — adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.
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Dynamics of the Icelandic ice sheet altered North Atlantic seawater chemistry, environmental physicists reveal
Over the past 230,000 years, the growth and retreat of the Icelandic ice sheet have led to major changes in the seawater chemistry of the North Atlantic, caused by the interaction between volcanism and ice in Iceland. Scientists at the Institute of Environmental Physics at Hei...
Phys.org reports: Dynamics of the Icelandic ice sheet altered North... — this challenges existing scientific assumptions.
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Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma Celebrates the Problematic Pleasures of Trash Cinema
This article contains full spoilers for Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma. Trailers for Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma made clear that the film would celebrate ’80s slashers. What’s more surprising is the fact that Jane Schoenbrun‘s latest is also about junk food. Not...
Why it matters: Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma Celebrates... captures the public's attention.
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Here Are The Best (And Worst) Ways To Share Your Game Library With Friends And Family
Gaming has never been more expensive. We're here to investigate why, and help you play more while spending less. Welcome to GameSpot Cheap Week. Digital game libraries have made it easier than ever to build a huge collection without filling an entire shelf with physical...
Bottom line from GameSpot: this is generating hype in the community.
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Airwallex expands from cross-border payments to autonomous finance—though president Lucy Liu says it’s still ‘not the best time’ for an IPO
In late June, Airwallex raised $320 million in a Series H funding round led by Addition, which valued the cross-border payments platform at $11 billion
The big picture: Airwallex expands from cross-border payments to autonomous finance—though... — hints at where the money is moving.
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China's Chang'e 7 moon probe will launch this weekend on the most ambitious lunar mission in history
China aims to launch its Chang'e 7 moon mission on Aug. 24 to send a lander, a rover, a hopper and a wide range of science experiments to the lunar south pole.
Space.com reports: China's Chang'e 7 moon probe will launch this... — this opens new research frontiers.
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Yahya Abdul-Mateen II thinks Wonder Man "deserves" some "real, hard information" about why it got canceled
"If I’m a big business, if I’m Disney, if I’m Marvel, I don’t want to be attached to these optics," the Emmy-nominated actor said of the cancellation.
Why it matters: Yahya Abdul-Mateen II thinks Wonder Man "deserves" some... is generating buzz across social media.
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The Galaxy’s Fastest Star Could Reveal the Secrets of a Supermassive Black Hole
S301 passes close to Sagittarius A*—so close that its orbit could reveal how the black hole’s rotation warps the spacetime around it.
Why it matters: The Galaxy’s Fastest Star Could Reveal the Secrets... reshapes the tech landscape.
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WhatsApp is working on even more Liquid Glass interface changes on iOS
Following the initial rollout of Liquid Glass on iOS earlier this year, WhatsApp is now working to bring the design to more interface elements. Here are the details.
9to5Mac reports: WhatsApp is working on even more Liquid Glass... — this reshapes the tech landscape.
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