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Why Trump Just Called Off a STRIKE and What Happens Monday

Tehran has not responded to the suggestion that new talks are imminent. Trump has previously said a negotiated end to the war is close, only for strikes to resume.

BBC News·Politics·40d ago
Tech

The AI Trick That Could UNLOCK Your Hidden Creative Genius

Most of work life doesn’t involve that much creativity. Instead, it involves experience. The more that you have seen before, the more likely it is that you will have a ready solution for something that comes up at work, because you have previous experience to draw on. That is effective, but it isn’t really that creative. Creative problem solving is needed when the situation doesn’t remind you of anything you have seen before that will provide you with a course of action. Of course, your first ap

Fast Company·Tech·40d ago

Why AI Agents Are Now DECEIVING Their Creators to Win

MIT Technology Review Explains: Let our writers untangle the complex, messy world of technology to help you understand what’s coming next. You can read more from the series here. When two OpenAI models hacked into the website Hugging Face in July, they weren’t trying to make money or commit sabotage—they were just looking for answers…

Google's Moonshot Factory Says Its Most AMBITIOUS Work Is Still Ahead

A couple of miles from Google headquarters, a rehabbed midcentury shopping mall is home to a company that might be even Googlier than Google. Known as Google X until 2015, when it became a self-contained arm of the new holding company called Alphabet, it’s now just X. For clarity’s sake, it’s fond of calling itself “X, the Moonshot Factory”—definitely not to be confused with X, the Elon Musk-owned social network. The moonshots in question are the often outrageous-sounding, potentially world-chan

Fast Company·Tech·40d ago

Amazon Just Locked Some Customers Out for a DISTURBING Reason

As Amazon tries to keep AI crawlers off its website, human customers are becoming collateral damage. Since late last year, some Amazon shoppers have only been able to read a small number of customer reviews for each product. When this happens, the customer must file an email appeal to Amazon and wait several business days for a response. An Amazon spokesperson confirmed that the company is trying to restrict unauthorized data scraping on its site, but it’s also mistakenly flagging legitimate cus

Fast Company·Tech·40d ago

Meet Buddy: The Viral Device Helping Kids With ROUTINES

It’s 7:40 a.m. My toddler is still in her pajamas, teeth unbrushed, melting down because I gave her vanilla yogurt instead of strawberry, and there is no way I will get her to daycare on time. Now it’s 9:30 p.m., and after an hour of trying to get her to wind down and get in bed, I doze off on her bedroom floor. And the whole thing is going to repeat itself tomorrow. Every parent has been here. Kids thrive on routines, but sticking to them can feel impossible. For decades, the go-to fix has been

Fast Company·Tech·40d ago

The AI Model That Could END America's Tech DOMINANCE

The Alibaba logo is displayed outside its headquarters in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China. | Image: NurPhoto via Getty Images Chinese tech giant Alibaba released what it says is its largest and "most capable AI model to date," claiming performance rivalling the best systems from US frontier labs Anthropic and OpenAI, as well as domestic rivals like Moonshot AI's Kimi K3. Alibaba said it was making the model, Qwen3.8-Max, widely available to users in a blog post published on Monday. The rel

The Verge·Tech·40d ago

What's Being Built Within a Mile of 1,900 SCHOOLS

Arnco-Sargent Elementary School sits in a wooded area on a two-lane road about 50 miles south of Atlanta. Across the street is a child care center. A Baptist church is less than a mile away.  But if developers get their way, the school’s newest neighbor could be a sprawling data center campus housing the networking infrastructure needed to help power Americans’ reliance on the internet and, increasingly, artificial intelligence. Families, some who have lived in the area for generations, are oppo

Fast Company·Tech·40d ago

Lenovo's Secret Laptop Project Just LEAKED Online

Leaked images of the laptop show Googlebook branding below the keyboard. | Image: Digital Citizen Lenovo is expected to release some of the first Googlebook models later this year, and leaked images have now given us a good idea of what they might look like. Leaked press images shared by Digital Citizen and Android Headlines include a laptop and a 2-in-1 tablet, all of which feature Googlebook branding on the keyboard. This is the best look we've had at Google's Chromebook successor since the

The Verge·Tech·40d ago

Samsung's 2TB SSD That's Actually AFFORDABLE for Once

Next to buying RAM, finding a fast, high-capacity NVMe SSD at a reasonable price has been a challenge during RAMageddon. I don’t want to say it’s getting easier, but one of Samsung’s latest SSDs is cheaper than it has sold for since February 2026. That’s something, right? Amazon has the heatsink-less version of the Samsung 9100 Pro with 2TB of storage for $302.99, which is about $100 less than the usual price. Granted, it sold for a low of $169.99 back in October 2025, but it’s a smart purchase

The Verge·Tech·40d ago

Bluesky's New Boss Has a RADICAL Vision That Could Change Social Media

Today, I’m talking with Toni Schneider, who is the brand new CEO of the social platform Bluesky — he formally took over after a short stint as interim CEO. This is one of my favorite kinds of interviews to do on Decoder, because a couple years ago, we had Bluesky’s prior CEO, Jay Graber, on the show — she’s now the company’s chief innovation officer, and all of that kind of shuffle is pure Decoder bait. And a new CEO often brings with them new priorities, which is perhaps the most Decoder subjec

The Verge·Tech·40d ago

Palworld Is Making a MASSIVE Move That Changes Everything

After its 1.0 launch last month, Palworld is coming to iOS and Android with a new open-world MMORPG launching later this year, Polygon reports. Garena, the developer behind the new game, says in its announcement that Palworld Online "reimagines the depth, freedom, and scale of the original PC survival creature-collecting title for mobile." The core features of the new mobile game sound a lot like the original Palworld, with crafting, creature collecting, and multiplayer options for co-op, PvP,

The Verge·Tech·40d ago

Microsoft Just Unlocked HUNDREDS of Xbox 360 Games for PC

Building on its recently-announced plans to bring original Xbox games to PC, Microsoft is also planning to let developers bring their Xbox 360 games to PC as well, according to a leaked document, seen by The Verge, that was sent to developers recently. Xbox 360 games will be able to run on the next-gen Project Helix console, "Xbox PCs," and handheld devices, the document says. Microsoft has already said that Helix will play PC games, so making these older Xbox titles available on PC helps build

The Verge·Tech·40d ago

The Kindle Scribe Deal That Makes Digital Notebooks AFFORDABLE

The Scribe comes with a Premium Pen, which includes a built-in eraser. | Photo by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge The Kindle Scribe is worth considering if you’re heading back to school, as its large 10.2-inch screen can display textbooks and ebooks, or let you jot down handwritten notes during class. Now through August 8th, the first-gen model (with a Premium Pen) is down to just $149.99 with 16GB of storage in refurbished condition at Woot when you apply the promo code KINDLE25 at checkou

The Verge·Tech·40d ago

Europe Just Forced AI Companies to Reveal What They've Been HIDING

The EU made some AI labels that companies can use instead of designing their own. | Image: The European Commission / The Verge The European Union has ushered in some additional rules that aim to make it easier for people to identify chatbots and AI deepfakes online. The new transparency obligations under the bloc's landmark AI Act came into effect on August 2nd, requiring companies to disclose when people are interacting with AI models, and if content has been generated or altered by them. The

The Verge·Tech·39d ago

Apple FINALLY Fixed Siri — So Why Does Nobody CARE?

Apple’s long-awaited AI overhaul finally makes Siri the assistant it was always supposed to be. But after years of delays, the launch lands in an AI landscape where chatbots have evolved into agents that can code, reason, create media, and complete complex tasks. Siri AI is genuinely useful, yet it arrives at a moment when simply being a capable AI assistant no longer feels revolutionary.

TechCrunch·Tech·39d ago

The Silicon Valley Media Story That's TOO WILD to Believe

Two guys in bespoke suits, Sports Center–style graphics, and 130,000 people watching live. TBPN started as just two Silicon Valley founders printing out social media posts and reading them out loud. A year later they were broadcasting from the New York Stock Exchange and then were acquired by OpenAI. On this episode of FC Explains, we take a look at the show’s secret sauce. John Coogan and Jordi Hayes aren’t journalists; they’re insiders, and that’s exactly what makes the show work. It’s fast,

Fast Company·Tech·39d ago

Trump's AI Crackdown Just Hit an Industry You Didn't See COMING

This story originally appeared in The Algorithm, our weekly newsletter on AI. To get stories like this in your inbox first, sign up here. Humanoid robots usually elicit more cringe than awe: They stumble, kick children, and despite advances are still worse at using their hands than my toddler. It’s a nascent industry, and such robots…

AI Just Learned to HACK — But Who Goes to Jail?

OpenAI and Anthropic admitted that their unreleased AI models escaped their sandboxes and hacked several companies in unprecedented cyberattacks. Who is legally to blame? Should prosecutors charge the two AI frontier labs? Can victims sue them? We spoke to lawyers who specialize in computer hacking laws to find out.

TechCrunch·Tech·39d ago

Why Hank Green's AI Move Just Sparked a CREATOR Revolt

The line between acceptable and reprimandable AI use is blurrier than ever, and popular science YouTuber Hank Green is trying to navigate it amid a groundswell of public scrutiny. But not even social media users know entirely where they stand. In a recent video posted to Complexly, the nonprofit behind Green’s popular shows like CrashCourse and SciShow, users noticed strange phrasing that led them to question if AI was used in the video’s production. The line was simple—”I appreciate the pushba

Fast Company·Tech·39d ago

The Fitbit-Apple Integration That Fitness Trackers Have Been WAITING For

Google is rolling out an update that will finally allow you to connect your Fitbit workouts, steps, vitals, and other data to Apple Health, as reported earlier by 9to5Mac. With Google Health's 5.05 update, you can now tap your profile icon, select "Partner apps," and choose Apple Health to link your data directly. Previously, you could only import your Apple Health data into Google Health, but not the other way around. That meant using third-party apps - like Power Sync for Fitbit or Fitbit to A

The Verge·Tech·39d ago

The Surprising Clue That Reveals If AI Wrote THAT Article

As AI-generated content takes over the internet, humans are becoming more and more vigilant about telling bot-written copy from genuine human writing. Last week, LinkedIn even became the first major platform to add a button that lets users report “AI slop.” But how can users be sure what they’re reading is actually the product of an LLM? While there are some widely regarded tells of AI writing, those stereotypes may not be as reliable as they seem. A new report by The Economist analyzed the stat

Fast Company·Tech·39d ago

Samsung's Smart Monitor Just Hit a Price You've NEVER Seen

Video chat with your friends or coworkers directly from the Samsung M80F. Samsung makes a variety of TVs and computer monitors, but if want both and you’re limited on space, you might want to consider the M80F. This capable 32-inch 4K panel combines features commonly found on both types of screens, and Amazon and B&H Photo both have it discounted to $349.99, where it’s usually $400 or much higher. In addition to acting as a standard 4K screen for your computer or console, the M80F has a full s

The Verge·Tech·39d ago
Business

Zee Raises $330M Just Before Regulator Drops the HAMMER

Shareholders of Indian media giant Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd. approved a promoter group fund infusion worth INR3143.5 crore ($330 million) and a new employee stock option plan at an extraordinary general meeting, a day before India’s securities regulator barred the company and two of its top executives from the market. The Mumbai-headquartered media and technology […]

Variety·Business·40d ago

AI Psychosis: The Leadership Blind Spot Nobody's TALKING About

Last year, a psychiatrist at the University of California, San Francisco, reported that he had hospitalized 12 people in a single year after they had “lost touch with reality because of AI.” He called it “AI psychosis.” It isn’t an official diagnosis, and cases that severe remain rare. But the mechanism behind it deserves every leader’s attention. Because what loosened those patients’ grip on reality was prolonged exposure to a voice that sounded informed and assured, and always felt supportive

How Alabama Quilters Just INSPIRED Ralph Lauren's Luxury Line

Deep in a curve of the Alabama River is the small rural community of Gee’s Bend. The site of a former cotton plantation where the residents trace their lineage to enslaved ancestors, it has recently become known for some of the most creative abstract art in America. The medium isn’t a canvas or sculpture: It’s the quilt. For centuries, the women of Gee’s Bend faced extreme poverty and isolation. They would save up whatever scraps were on hand—worn out denim workwear, faded rags, old feed sacks—s

The CEO Turning Athletes Into MILLIONAIRE Investors

Hello and welcome to Modern CEO! I’m Stephanie Mehta, CEO and chief content officer of Mansueto Ventures. Each week this newsletter explores inclusive approaches to leadership drawn from conversations with executives and entrepreneurs, and from the pages of Inc. and Fast Company. If you received this newsletter from a friend, you can sign up to get it yourself every Monday morning. These days, it isn’t unusual to see high-profile professional athletes touting their investments in private co

15 Leadership Lessons Leaders Wish They'd Learned BEFORE It Was Too Late

Leadership positions may be the stuff of envy. From the outside, it can look like the person in charge has it all figured out. But leaders are human, too. And that means bumping up against some harsh realities as they ascend to roles with increasing responsibility. Great leaders take the lessons they learn along the way and make it part of the way they do business. We asked members of the Fast Company Impact Council what’s one leadership lesson they learned the hard way? Fifteen of them shared t

Why Zuckerberg's Billion-Dollar School Experiment Just COLLAPSED

The Primary School, an educational facility started by Meta founder Mark Zuckerberg and his wife, Priscilla Chan, has shut its doors, becoming the latest in a series of failed attempts by billionaires and the ultra-wealthy to fix the education system. The school, which closed in June, opened in 2016 as a tuition-free private school designed to go beyond education by providing services such as free dental checkups and wellness coaching for parents. Roughly 540 children enrolled during its years o

Why the Dow Just SURGED 500 Points in a Single Day

Dow surges 500 points in broad rally as oil prices slide: Live updates  CNBC Stock Market Today: Dow Jumps 500 Points; Oil Prices Slide; U.S.-Japan Prop Up Yen — Live Updates  WSJ Stocks Join Bonds Higher as US-Iran Hopes Sink Oil: Markets Wrap  Bloomberg Wall St starts the month strong as Mideast deal hopes rise  Reuters Stock Market Today: Dow surges 600 points toward a record high, S&P 500 and Nasdaq also rise; oil prices, Treasury yields fall on signs of U.S.-Iran war de-escalation; Palantir

The New Hampshire Refinery That Could FREE America From China's Mineral GRIP

A giant American flag hanging on the wall of a warehouse in New Hampshire hints at the national importance of the elements bound inside the mining waste stored in 1-ton bags. The company uses electrolysis to separate the key critical elements President Donald Trump’s administration desperately wants to produce domestically from the powder left behind at traditional mines. The small Phoenix Tailings refinery tucked inside an office park in Exeter, New Hampshire, could play a key role in helping A

The Housing Market Signal Everyone's Been WAITING For

The summer housing market looks pretty normal right now, and that’s a good thing. The latest report from Realtor.com shows that the July housing market behaved mostly as expected, with signs of a seasonal home sales slowdown as buyers and sellers navigate the summer months. It’s too early to tell if this summer will dodge a repeat of some of the more troubling trends from a year ago that could mean another frustrating phase around the corner for people looking to buy a home.  “July’s data show a

SpaceX Stock Just Hit a Record Low and Investors Are PANICKING

Elon Musk’s SpaceX is gearing up for another milestone—its first-ever earnings report, which it is scheduled to deliver tomorrow, Tuesday, August 4 after the closing bell. Analysts and investors are highly anticipating the space and AI company’s second-quarter 2026 earnings results. They come less than two months after SpaceX’s much-hyped initial public offering (IPO) on June 12, which has so far delivered less-than-stellar returns. Since its first trade, SpaceX has lost over $500 billion in mar

The Career Advice PwC's CEO Gave His Kids That DEFIES Convention

PwC’s U.S. CEO and senior partner isn’t letting his kids feel deterred by the fact that his own firm plans to hire fewer consultants and accountants: In a recent interview with Business Insider, Paul Griggs shared that two of his college-aged children might pursue careers in accounting, and he’s supportive of their dreams. While PwC has leaned into hiring more data scientists, engineers and machine learning experts, Griggs said that the work central to accounting, consulting and finance hasn’t f

France's TF1 Explores Sale as Broadcaster Doubles Down on STREAMING

Just a year and a half after rebranding its production-distribution group into Studio TF1, France’s leading commercial network TF1 has quietly put it on the market, Variety has confirmed. The broadcasting group, which is presided over by former Netflix board member Rodolphe Belmer since 2023, has hired Rothschild to oversee an early-stage sale process, according […]

Variety·Business·39d ago
Politics
Breaking

Why This Congresswoman Is Now in the HOSPITAL After a Hit-and-Run

Ohio Rep. Marcy Kaptur hospitalized after hit-and-run accident  Politico Congresswoman Kaptur being treated for non-life-threatening injuries following crash in Toledo Sunday morning  wtol.com Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur hospitalized after hit-skip crash on her way to church service  WTVG Ohio Rep Marcy Kaptur hospitalized after car crash on way to church  Fox News U.S. Rep. Marcy Kaptur ‘active, alert’ after crash; person involved at large  Toledo Blade

California Democrats Just Endorsed a Tax That Targets BILLIONAIRES

California Democratic Party endorses billionaire tax  Politico Billionaire tax endorsed by California Democrats deepening party divisions over Prop. 40  Los Angeles Times California Democratic Party endorses billionaire wealth tax in narrow vote  Sacramento Bee Silicon Valley donors poured $194 million into California politics. Now comes the wealth tax fight  The Mercury News California Democrats defy Gavin Newsom and Xavier Becerra as they vote to back billionaires tax  New York Post

The Trailblazer Who Just Left a VOID in Texas Politics

Kay Granger, first Republican woman from Texas to serve in the House, has died at age 83  Politico Trailblazing former Republican Rep Kay Granger dies at 83: 'Broke barriers'  Fox News Former U.S. Rep. Kay Granger dies at 83, Speaker Johnson says  Dallas News Former Texas Rep. Kay Granger dies at 83  NBC News Other pols call themselves ‘fighters.’ Granger fought to get things done | Opinion  Fort Worth Star-Telegram

The $1.8 Billion Fund That Almost DIDN'T Happen

Acting AG Todd Blanche reaches deal with holdout senators to end $1.8B ‘anti-weaponization’ fund  NBC News Todd Blanche on track for confirmation after Cornyn strikes Trump settlement deal  Politico Blanche rescinds Trump’s ‘anti-weaponization’ fund, removing hurdle from AG pick’s confirmation  CNN Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche issues order rescinding "anti-weaponization fund"  CBS News Blanche formally rescinds plan for ‘weaponization’ fund, in deal to advance AG nomination  The Washingt

The SHUTDOWN That Won't Happen—Here's What Changed EVERYTHING

Senate appropriators reach funding deal to avoid shutdown  The Hill Senate leaders reach funding deal to avoid shutdown during campaign season  AP News Senate aims to block White House from gaining new power over science funding  The Washington Post Senate finalizes funding patch that would block Trump’s grant overhaul  Politico Negotiations on Senate stopgap spending bill drag  rollcall.com

Why This Congressman Is REFUSING to Step Down Despite the ALLEGATIONS

Rep. Max Miller not dropping out after domestic abuse allegations  Axios Ohio Senator Calls Former Son-in-Law Accused of Abuse Unfit for Office  The New York Times Sen. Bernie Moreno says Rep. Max Miller is ‘a danger,’ shouldn’t be in Congress  The Washington Post Family feud: House Republican denies abusing MAGA GOP senator’s daughter  MS NOW Domestic Abuse Allegations Shake Ohio Congressman’s Re-Election Bid  WSJ

The Car Crash That Left a U.S. Representative Fighting—And Someone on the RUN

U.S. Rep. Marcy Kaptur ‘active, alert’ after crash; person involved at large  Toledo Blade Congresswoman Kaptur and campaign manager recovering after "hit-skip" crash in Toledo Sunday morning  wtol.com Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur hospitalized after hit-skip crash on her way to church service  WTVG Ohio Rep Marcy Kaptur hospitalized after car crash on way to church  Fox News Ohio Rep. Marcy Kaptur hospitalized after hit-and-run accident  Politico

Why the White House Is OBSESSED With the Wrong AI Threat

Ask most people about the biggest concern in AI right now, and they’ll likely point to models from OpenAI and Anthropic breaking out of the boundaries of their tests and trying to access systems they shouldn’t. Following the brouhaha over an unreleased OpenAI model breaching the defenses of the AI model-hosting platform Hugging Face, Anthropic revealed on July 31 that two of its models had hacked into three organizations without permission. As Fast Company has reported, current and former techno

Breaking

The Internal Battle That Could Hand Conservatives a SHOCKING Victory

Kansas Democrats Are Split on How to Keep the Governor’s Office  The New York Times AP Decision Notes: What to Expect in the Kansas State Primary  U.S. News & World Report Live Updates: Kansas Democratic primary debate for governor  FOX4KC.com Governors, senators, reps and amendments: 5 things to know before the primary  State Affairs Candidates talk rural health, taxes and education at forum  The Fort Scott Tribune

Breaking

RFK Jr.'s Stunning Reversal on the Vaccine He Once OPPOSED

RFK Jr. pushes measles vaccine and blames Fauci's COVID-19 handling  USA Today RFK Jr tells US families to vaccinate children against measles amid outbreak  The Guardian RFK Jr Urges Parents To Vaccinate Children Against Measles  Channel 3000 RFK Jr. targets Fauci and pushes medical misinformation in fiery CNN interview  CNN A Doctor Fact Checks Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s CNN Interview  Forbes

The Justice Department Fund That Just Got ERASED by Trump's Acting AG

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche issues order rescinding "anti-weaponization fund"  CBS News Blanche Gives G.O.P. Senators Written Assurances on Trump’s I.R.S. Deal  The New York Times Blanche drops $1.8B anti-weaponization fund before vote  USA Today Live updates: Blanche rescinds fund for Trump allies after senators threaten to block his AG bid  AP News Cornyn reaches deal to scrap DOJ anti-weaponization fund, ending Blanche standoff  The Texas Tribune

The Trump Cuts That Could DESTROY America's Early Education Program

President Donald Trump’s administration is planning a dramatic overhaul of Head Start that would gut its quality standards, upending the hallmarks of the early education program for impoverished children, two people familiar with the deliberations said. Head Start, established in the 1960s to help fight poverty, has long been considered by experts to be a gold standard early learning program. Its regulations, which stretch more than 100 pages, outline requirements on everything from child-to-tea

What This Congressman Did That Could Get Him CENSURED

Ethics panel says Rep. Chuck Edwards violated ‘spirit’ of sexual harassment policies, recommends censure  The Hill GOP lawmaker's gifts, 'effusive affection' toward young staffers detailed in explosive ethics report  Fox News House Ethics Concludes Republican Rep. Persistently Harassed Women  The New Republic Rep. Edwards recommended for sanctions by Ethics committee for sexual harassment  Raleigh News & Observer Ethics panel urges censure of Rep. Chuck Edwards over sexual harassment violation  

The Reflecting Pool Case That Just Put a Trump Loyalist's JOB on the Line

President Donald Trump said Jeanine Pirro, the U.S. attorney for the District of Columbia, "choked" and "folded like an umbrella" in the Reflecting Pool case.

CNBC·Politics·39d ago

Every College in America Just Got a Deadline They Can't IGNORE

Trump administration asks colleges to commit to education overhaul  Politico After Colleges Reject ‘Compact,’ Trump Officials Try a Letter  The New York Times McMahon Asks US Colleges to Pledge Campus Reforms by End of 2026  Bloomberg Trump Administration Tries A New Reform Pitch To The Nation’s Universities  Forbes White House Tries New Tack to Sway US Universities  Newser

The Congressman Facing Censure Over What He Did Behind CLOSED Doors

Ethics panel urges censure of Rep. Chuck Edwards over sexual harassment violation  Axios Ethics panel finds GOP Rep. Chuck Edwards violated House sexual harassment rules and recommends censure  CNN Chuck Edwards recommended for censure by House Ethics Committee  Politico GOP lawmaker's gifts, 'effusive affection' toward young staffers detailed in explosive ethics report  Fox News Ethics panel recommends censure for GOP Rep. Chuck Edwards for ‘inappropriate conduct’  NBC News

International
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The Temperature Reading That Just Made South Korea Issue an UNPRECEDENTED Warning

Authorities issue alert saying indoor spaces without airconditioning are ‘dangerous’ as temperatures pass 40C for fifth straight day South Korea has registered its highest temperature since records began more than a century ago, as authorities warned people to “immediately” stop all outdoor activities in affected areas. The south-eastern city of Yangsan saw the temperature reach 42.5C on Sunday afternoon, the Korea Meteorological Administration (KMA) said, the highest temperature reported since

Ukrainian Drones Just Hit Eight TARGETS Deep Inside Russia

Ukrainian drones kill eight in Russia and strike Wildberries warehouse, governors say  Reuters They made a living on Russia’s Amazon. Ukrainian attacks have sent it up in flames.  NBC News Ukrainian drones kill 5 in Russia and set fire to Wildberries warehouse  Dallas News Ukraine hits targets deep inside Russia, killing eight  DW.com Fire reported at another Wildberries warehouse in Russia  Euronews.com

Malaysia's Social Media Hiking Craze Just Became a DEADLY Problem

Officials are banning some ‘compressed hikes’ which involve walkers tackling demanding routes in short timeframes Malaysia’s government is tightening hiking rules nationwide after a social media trend left increasing numbers of adventurers needing to be rescued when they became lost or stranded in remote locations. In the first five months of 2026, Malaysia saw 52 cases of lost hikers, an increase of nearly 30% compared with the same period the previous year, the Malaysian Fire and Rescue Depart

The Phone Call That Just STOPPED a Middle East WAR

The latest peace proposal calls for warring parties to return to negotiations and continue working out some of the thorny issues that derailed diplomatic efforts.

The Mid-Air Collision That Turned a Rescue Mission DEADLY

Two crew killed after firefighting helicopters collide in Greece, as British pilot survives  BBC Two firefighting helicopters collide west of Athens as Greece battles wildfires  NBC News Two helicopters collide outside Athens as Greece battles to control wildfires  The Guardian Choppers collide, killing 2, as fires and foreboding grip Greece  politico.eu Two die as firefighting helicopters collide in Greece, French blaze changes course  Reuters

The Hamas Deal Clause That Has Israel DEEPLY Worried

Israel says it has serious concerns with Hamas disarmament deal  AP News Trump and Netanyahu May Be at Odds Again Over Gaza Plan  The New York Times Why Trump’s new plan to disarm Hamas is unlikely to yield a quick win in Gaza  NBC News Trump brokers Hamas disarmament deal as Saudi Arabia plans Houthi offensive  Fox News In Trump Gaza deal, Hamas disarms, Israel withdraws. Neither wants to go first.  The Washington Post

The Language Law That Has New Zealand LAUGHING in Disbelief

Passing of bill gives English same status as Māori and sign language but, with it already spoken by 95% of country, critics call it ‘a pointless exercise’ Legislation recognising English as an official language of New Zealand has been passed by parliament, prompting derision from linguists and legal experts and a now-viral broadside from a Māori MP who called it “pathetic”. The English language bill became law on 30 July giving English, which is spoken by 95% of the country, the same official st

The MONDAY Deadline That Could End a Decades-Long STANDOFF

Trump says new Iran talks will start Monday after calling off attacks  NBC News Trump says Iran talks to take place on Monday, sets no deadline for deal  Reuters Iran war live: Trump says talks to resume; Tehran urges US to honour MoU  Al Jazeera Oil drops over 5% as Middle East tensions ebb on diplomatic efforts  CNBC Opinion | Trump’s Latest Iran ‘DEAL’  WSJ

The Pacific Island Nation That Just Erased Its COLONIAL Name

Pacific nation is latest country to signal a shift away from its colonial past with return to its traditional name The Pacific Island country of Nauru has changed its name to the Republic of Naoero, its president said, matching the spelling and pronunciation in the national language. The country’s international code will change from NRU to NRO and its people will be known as dei-Naoero instead of Nauruan. Commonly known abroad by the pronunciation of Now-roo, the new name is spoken as Now-ero.

Why Trump Just Called Off Strikes That Could Have Started a WAR

Trump says he canceled Iran strikes at request of Gulf allies, is pursuing talks  The Washington Post Iran war live: Iranian foreign ministry says no current talks with US  Al Jazeera Iran live updates: Trump says deal imminent, Iran-Oman Strait of Hormuz talks ongoing  ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos Iran's foreign ministry says no negotiations taking place with US  Euronews.com Why Iran Is in No Rush to Return to Talks With United States  The New York Times

Why Iran Just Contradicted Trump's Claim About NEGOTIATIONS Starting Today

Live Updates: Iran denies Trump's claim that U.S.-Iran negotiations to begin today after U.S. strikes called off  CBS News Iran war live: Tehran says no current talks with US; Oman meetings ongoing  Al Jazeera Iran says no talks are under way with United States after Trump calls off attacks  Reuters Iran live updates: Tehran says no US talks ongoing, Strait of Hormuz won't revert to prewar status  ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos Iran Says No Current Talks With U.S. After Trump C

The Border Crossing ATROCITY That Just Ignited Spain-Morocco Tensions

Juan Jesús Vivas says influx seen as ‘at least encouraged or permitted’ by Rabat, as Spain demands EU solidarity Explainer: why is Ceuta a migration flashpoint? A growing chorus of voices have accused Morocco of helping to fuel the crisis in Ceuta, with the leader of the Spanish enclave describing last week’s border crossings as an attack on Spain’s territorial integrity that was seen as being “if not orchestrated, at least encouraged or permitted by Morocco”. Spain’s interior ministry said la

The Migrant Crisis That Just Exposed Europe's Most DANGEROUS Division

Dozens of people died attempting to reach the Spanish enclave of Ceuta after an estimated 50,000 crossed from Morocco last week. The incident has led to a political crisis in Spain and criticism from EU countries. Lucy Hough speaks to the Guardian’s European community affairs correspondent, Ashifa Kassam – watch on YouTube Continue reading...

The Migration Crisis That's Forcing Europe to SEAL Its Borders

European Commission president says work needed in five areas of migration control including returning more people The president of the European Commission has called for action to strengthen Europe’s borders after tens of thousands of people arrived and quickly left the Spanish territory of Ceuta, triggering a furious row between Madrid and other European countries. In a letter to Spain’s prime minister, Pedro Sánchez, on Monday, Ursula von der Leyen said: “From this incident, it is clear that w

The Russian Warehouse Ukraine Just Struck FAR From the Front Lines

Ukraine hits Wildberries warehouse in latest infrastructure strike away from frontlines  bbc.com More than 10 killed as Russia and Ukraine trade heavy attacks  Al Jazeera Ukrainian strikes on holiday resort, Crimea kill 11  RTE.ie Seven dead after Ukrainian drone strikes popular Russian beach  The Independent At Least 11 Killed in Ukrainian Attacks in Southern Russia and Annexed Crimea  The Moscow Times

Why 60,000 People Just FLED Across One Border in Hours

Why Did 60,000 Migrants Cross from Morocco into Spain’s Ceuta? Moroccan Dutch Professor Explains  Democracy Now! Spain installs sea barrier on Ceuta's border with Morocco after frontier rush that killed 67  PBS Hundreds of migrant children are stranded in Spain’s Ceuta after mass crossing  AP News After Most Migrants Leave Ceuta, Exhausted Holdouts Find Shelter on Beach  The New York Times Why does Spain have ‘enclaves’ in North Africa?  Al Jazeera

Why Romania Is BLASTING Rock to Save Its Nuclear Reactor

Romania blasts rock to divert water from drought-hit Danube to nuclear reactor  theguardian.com Europe's mighty Danube is drying up. Its power plants are feeling it.  Fortune Hungary to shut sole nuclear plant for first time on Sunday  DW.com Hungary’s only nuclear plant on brink of shutdown as Europe heat wave threatens energy crisis  cnn.com Hungary's nuclear crisis tests new PM Magyar's leadership  Euronews.com

Science

The Fusion Startup That Just Raised $1 Billion for UNLIMITED Clean Energy

For decades, fusion energy has seemed just out of reach. The technology, which could provide cheap clean energy around the clock, still isn’t proven. But companies are now betting that it’s ready to finally leave the lab. CEO Bob Mumgaard [Photo: Commonwealth Fusion Systems] Last month, the MIT spinout Commonwealth Fusion Systems (CFS) raised another $1 billion to help it begin to build its first power plant in Virginia, set to come online in the 2030s. (The company has raised $4 billion to d

Ancient Carbon Is Flooding the Ocean, But Something UNEXPECTED Is Happening

Thawing Arctic permafrost is releasing ancient carbon into the ocean, raising fears that microbes could turn it into greenhouse gases and accelerate climate change. But sediment cores collected near Canada’s Herschel Island reveal a more reassuring twist: most of this land-based carbon becomes buried in the seafloor, while only about 10 percent is converted into gases.

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The Ocean Sanctuaries About to LOSE Protection

The largest conservation areas in the U.S. are in the Pacific Ocean, where tiny islands are epicenters of biodiversity. The Trump administration is now opening their waters to commercial fishing, sparking a battle over some of the country's most pristine ecosystems.

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Health

Scientists Just Put a HARD LIMIT on How Long You Can Live

A new study may help broaden understanding of the aspects of aging that may ultimately prove impossible to reverse. Maki Nakamura/DigitalVision/Getty Images A new study probes the upper boundaries of human life span, suggesting that even under the most favorable conditions, DNA mutations may still limit life to 146–194 years. The findings support growing evidence that aging is driven by multiple interacting biological processes rather than a single mechanism. The strongest evidence for livin

Healthline·Health·40d ago

The Bedroom Drug That Might Stop CANCER From Spreading

A recent study found that sildenafil, the active ingredient in Viagra, may stop cancer from metastasizing. BSIP/Getty Images Researchers report that the erectile dysfunction drug Viagra may help slow the spread of cancer. Sildenafil, the active ingredient in Viagra, appears to interfere with cancer cells’ ability to metastasize and travel to other parts of the body. More research is needed to determine if Viagra would be more effective against certain types of cancer and whether the drug can

Healthline·Health·40d ago

The FDA Just Approved Something That Could Make OPIOIDS Obsolete

A new fast-acting pain relief medication contains the active ingredients acetaminophen (Tylenol) and naproxen (Aleve). Photo courtesy of Kenvue Federal regulators have approved a new pain medication that combines the attributes of Tylenol and Aleve. The new product, Tylenol with Naproxen, is expected to be available soon as an over-the-counter medication in retail establishments across the United States. Advocates say the combination medication provides the fast-acting relief of Tylenol and

Healthline·Health·40d ago

The FIRST-IN-CLASS Drug That Just Changed ADHD Treatment Forever

SIMTRIYO is a newly approved central nervous system medication to help treat ADHD in children and adults. Tom Werner/DigitalVision/Getty Images Federal regulators have approved a new medication to help manage attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). SIMTRIYO is a daily tablet authorized for adults and children 6 years and older who weigh at least 44 pounds. Experts say the new medication could be an important additional asset in the treatment and management of ADHD. A new medication

Healthline·Health·40d ago

If You Take This THYROID Medication, Check Your Bottle Immediately

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a Class II nationwide recall of levothyroxine, a common thyroid medication. hudiemm/Getty Images A common thyroid medication is under a voluntary recall after testing found it was less potent than expected. The FDA classified a nationwide recall of levothyroxine sodium tablets as Class II on July 17 after testing found the pills were subpotent, according to the agency’s enforcement report. Those who have been prescribed the medication are encoura

Healthline·Health·40d ago

What Ozempic Does to Your Appetite for Over a YEAR Will Surprise You

Recent research has found that GLP-1s, like Ozempic and Wegovy, can help you maintain a lower calorie intake for more than a year. Image Credit: Jon Challicom/Getty A new study found that people taking semaglutide (Ozempic and Wegovy) maintained a significantly lower calorie intake after 60 weeks on the medication. Participants taking semaglutide consistently consumed 24% to 30% fewer calories than those receiving a placebo throughout the study. The findings suggest semaglutide may continue

Healthline·Health·40d ago

Why HALF of American Adults Just Became Eligible for This Drug

Three studies evaluated the potential impact of new cholesterol guidelines, which are expected to improve treatment outcomes. Getty Images The AHA, ACC, and other medical organizations released new cholesterol guidelines in 2026. Three studies evaluated the potential impact of the new guidelines and found that they could expand treatment options. With more than half of U.S. adults eligible for statin therapy under the new guidelines, experts say early intervention is key to cholesterol manag

Healthline·Health·40d ago

What Binge-Watching Does to Your BRAIN Will Make You Rethink Tonight

Recent research has found that people who watch a lot of TV in midlife showed reduced volume in certain brain regions. Image Credit: Digital Vision/Getty A recent study found that people who reported watching TV “very often” in midlife showed reduced volume in certain brain regions.  This included areas associated with memory and early signs of Alzheimer’s disease, smaller frontal and occipital lobes, and white-matter damage.  This damage may be associated with dementia, stroke risk, cogniti

Healthline·Health·40d ago

The Body Fat Discovery That's Changing What We Know About Male FERTILITY

Higher body fat percentages are associated with lower sperm counts and changes in male reproductive hormones, including testosterone. Kate/E+/Getty Images Researchers say body fat measurements are a better predictor of male reproductive health than body mass index readings. They report that men with higher body fat percentages have lower sperm counts than men with lower body fat measurements. Men can potentially improve their reproductive health by maintaining a healthy body weight, eating a

Healthline·Health·40d ago

Why Women Who Hit Menopause Early Face a HIDDEN Heart Risk

Premature menopause is associated with a greater risk of high blood pressure, especially among those ages 25 to 35. Maskot/Getty Images A study found that early menopause was associated with a greater risk of high blood pressure. The risk was highest when menopause occurred between the ages of 25 and 35. Experts say this occurs because estrogen plays several vital roles in the cardiovascular system. Hormone replacement therapy can help counteract these risks. Sleep, exercise, diet, taking pr

Healthline·Health·40d ago

The TRUTH About What's Really Inside Your Prebiotic Soda

New research shows that prebiotic sodas may contain higher sugar and lower fiber than claimed. Rapeepong Puttakumwong/Getty A new study found that prebiotic sodas may contain more sugar and less fiber than they claim.  The findings show that a majority of prebiotic sodas contain more sugar than diet sodas and flavored sparkling water. Researchers also report that not all prebiotic sodas provide the same amount of fiber.  Prebiotic sodas contain dietary fiber that may support gut health, but

Healthline·Health·40d ago

The Allergy Med COCKTAIL That Women Are Using for Menopause

Proponents of the “menopause cocktail” say that a combination of allergy and acid reflux medications helps alleviate menopause symptoms. Image Credit: Pekic/Getty The viral “menopause cocktail” involves a mix of allergy and acid-reducing medications to reportedly help manage menopause symptoms.  Experts caution that the trend reflects gaps in menopause care and lacks sufficient evidence around safety and effectiveness. Long-term use of the medications may carry risks, including masking under

Healthline·Health·40d ago

Why You Should IGNORE the Panic About This Food Outbreak

As federal health officials investigate possible sources of the cyclospora outbreak, experts say most fruits and vegetables remain safe to consume. Getty Images The FDA reports that no product samples have been confirmed as positive for cyclospora amid fears over consumption of lettuce, herbs, and other produce.  As health officials investigate possible sources of the multi-state outbreak that has sickened thousands, consumers should stay informed about product recalls and continue washing p

Healthline·Health·40d ago

How Remote Technology Just Saved LIVES Hours From the Nearest Hospital

After a heart attack left Angie Lindsey (right) with heart failure, a remote monitoring device helped her care team manage her condition from afar, making specialized care more accessible from her rural Missouri home. After surviving a heart attack, Angie Lindsey developed heart failure that required her to travel hours from her rural Missouri home for specialized care. An implanted remote heart-monitoring device now allows her care team to track changes in her heart health and adjust treatm

Healthline·Health·40d ago

The Ancient Eating Method That's Taking Over TIKTOK Right Now

“Biblical eating” is a social media trend that involves making food choices based on scripture. cihatatceken/Getty “Biblical eating” emphasizes foods mentioned in the Bible and has become a popular nutrition trend on social media. Experts say the diet includes many healthy foods, but there’s no evidence that it delivers all of the health benefits some influencers claim. Experts caution against versions of the diet that become overly restrictive or replace evidence-based nutrition advice with

Healthline·Health·40d ago

The Aluminum Slivers That Just Triggered a MASSIVE Grocery Recall

Ukrop Homestyle Foods, a Virginia-based food manufacturer that makes prepared comfort food and bakery items, just issued a voluntary recall of six of its products. According to the company, which made the announcement on July 30, the recall was triggered after a piece of aluminum—described as a “sliver” in the notice—was found in a baking pan used to prepare the products. A customer also reported finding a piece of aluminum in one of the products. However, no injuries have been reported. The Fo

The New Cholesterol Drugs That Could Make Statins OBSOLETE

With more than half of U.S. adults now eligible for statins, the face of cholesterol treatment may be changing with drugs like Lipfendra and Inclisiran. FatCamera · E+/Getty A new analysis found that the twice-yearly cholesterol medication inclisiran reduced LDL cholesterol by 49% more than placebo. The FDA approved Lipfendra, the first oral PCSK9 inhibitor for adults with high LDL cholesterol. Updated cholesterol guidelines suggest more than half of U.S. adults may now be eligible for stati

Healthline·Health·39d ago

The HIV Pill You Only Need to Take ONCE a Week — And It Actually Works

A once-weekly HIV pill combining the antiretroviral drugs islatravir and lenacapavir is as effective as a once-daily treatment. fotolgahan/E+/Getty Images A once-weekly oral HIV treatment is as effective as a widely used once-daily regimen, according to a large clinical trial. More than 93% of participants maintained viral suppression, and none experienced virological failure during the study. A weekly treatment could give people with HIV another option while potentially reducing “pill fatig

Healthline·Health·39d ago
Sports

Why UFC and WWE's Parent Company Just Raised Its Forecast AGAIN

TKO posted another strong quarter fueled by strong demand from fans and marketers for UFC and WWE events. The parent company of the two leagues surpassed the Street’s expectations on revenue and adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization with its second quarter results released Monday. TKO raised its full-year revenue guidance by another […]

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Entertainment

Phil Collins Reveals People Were Coming to Say GOODBYE in 2024

Phil Collins recently told The Times of London that he almost died in 2024 from health complications stemming from alcohol abuse. The Genesis frontman explained that he was initially admitted to a Swiss hospital for alcohol addiction in late 2023. He was discharged at first, but was brought back in shortly after and placed into […]

Christopher Nolan Just Called Out the FUNDAMENTAL FLAW in Film Criticism

Critics have said their piece about Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey,” and now he is saying his piece about them. While on “The Odyssey” press tour, the director spoke with podcaster Zhong Shu about “a fundamental flaw of film criticism” he sees with amateur critics. “The criticism that’s often leveled at movies in general is, ‘Oh, […]

The Wandering European Journey Chasing James Baldwin's GHOST

“If not me, who?” said actor Billy Porter in a 2024 Guardian interview, explaining the rationale for his plan to direct and star in a biopic of Black queer author and activist James Baldwin. “Who’s going to tell it better than the Black gay man who embodies that in today’s age?” Porter was right that […]

The Instrumental EPIC That Captures Desperate Longing

Two minutes and thirty seconds into the title track of Rachika Nayar's Heaven Come Crashing, an absolutely massive drum and bass beat drops. As a fan of Nayar's debut record Our Hands Against The Dusk, it caught me off guard. That album has no percussion on it at all. Heaven Comes Crashing is almost entirely drum-free, too. There are some rapid-fire mechanical hi-hats on the second track, "Tetramorph," and the back half of track six, "Gayatri," has what sounds like a snare buried deep in the mix

Why Singapore Just BANNED This Legendary Band

British band say they are ‘proud to have made this impromptu expression with our fans in Singapore’, where open display of all foreign flags is banned Massive Attack have called being banned from Singapore a “surreal experience” after displaying a Palestinian flag during their show. On Wednesday, the English trip-hop collective – whose current lineup includes Robert “3D” Del Naja and Grant “Daddy G” Marshall – played a show at the Star theatre. Continue reading...

The Coming-of-Age Film That Two Bollywood Legends Are Betting EVERYTHING On

Indian auteurs Imtiaz Ali and Anurag Kashyap have come together to present “Bobby Beauty Parlour,” a coming-of-age short film premiering during Friendship Week. Directed by Shashwat Dwivedi, “Bobby Beauty Parlour” follows childhood best friends Eelu and Manu, who spend their last hours together drinking, napping and bickering in a neighborhood beauty parlor, unwilling to let […]

The Superhero Film Breaking Records the Studios Didn't SEE Coming

Sony Pictures’ superhero spectacle “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” swung into the top spot at the mainland China box office during the July 31–Aug. 2 weekend, generating RMB463.5 million ($68.1 million over its three-day opening frame, according to Artisan Gateway. The tentpole project has grossed $121.3 million in the Middle Kingdom in its first five days […]

What Massive Attack Just Revealed About the Singapore Concert AFTERMATH

UPDATED: Massive Attack has addressed the aftermath of the Singapore concert in a statement posted to Instagram. The band said its members were “detained by the police, isolated and separately questioned” following the show, and described some members undergoing hotel room searches and temporary passport confiscation as part of the process. The band said the […]

The Superhero Film That Just Captured 81% of an ENTIRE Country's Box Office

Superhero blockbuster “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” has delivered a huge opening at the South Korean box office during the weekend of Jul. 31–Aug. 2. According to data from KOBIS, the tracking service operated by the Korean Film Council, the web-slinging sequel generated a colossal $16.9 million from 2,252,930 admissions over the three-day frame across 2,409 […]

Why Woody Harrelson Is Being HONORED at Sarajevo Film Festival

Woody Harrelson will be awarded the Honorary Heart of Sarajevo at the 32nd Sarajevo Film Festival in recognition of his “outstanding contribution to the film industry and an exceptional acting career,” the festival said Monday. The news follows announcements over the weekend that the festival would close with a newly restored version of Bosnian director […]

Why 'All Eyes Are on Norway' as This Film Opens Haugesund

After the World Cup where Norway made a splash with its wealth of soccer talent – led by Erling Haaland and Martin Ødegaard – the Nordic nation will be showcasing some of its biggest film talents at the 54th edition of the Norwegian International Film Festival in Haugesund, running Aug. 22-28.  Out of 84 feature length […]

The British TOY That's Getting the Hollywood Treatment

Action Man — the iconic British action figure that first launched in 1966 — is getting the movie treatment. Variety has confirmed that an Action Man film is being developed by U.K. powerhouse studio Working Title alongside Hasbro, who own the licence and whose own G.I. Joe toyline the original Action Man was based on. The script […]

How 'Peaky Blinders' Just Changed the U.K. Film Industry FOREVER

“Peaky Blinders” may have given closely clipped back and sides haircuts a new lease of life, but it’s now helped a region of the U.K. land official backing as a center for high-end productions. The British Film Commission has announced that the West Midlands, home to the city of Birmingham and where “Peaky Blinders” is […]

Why Ariana Grande Just Walked Away From Her BIGGEST Broadway Role

The London production of “Sunday in the Park With George” is set to go ahead as planned despite Ariana Grande exiting the show. The Stephen Sondheim revival, which also stars Grande’s “Wicked” co-star Jonathan Bailey, was scheduled to premiere at London’s Barbican next summer with producers set to launch ticket sales after Grande completed the […]

Henry Cavill Is Bringing WARHAMMER to Amazon — And Fans Are Losing It

A “Warhammer 40,000” animated event series is in development from Amazon MGM Studios, Blur Studios, and Games Workshop, Variety has learned exclusively. In addition, Henry Cavill — who is attached to lead a live-action “Warhammer 40,000” series currently in development at Amazon — will executive produce the animated series as well. It is being developed […]

Big Walk Is Like Co-Op Breath of the Wild — And It's COMING

Untitled Goose Game is a tough act to follow. It was a silly experience that captured what I imagine it would feel like to be a sentient goose: a lot of waddling, a lot of honking, and a lot of shenanigans. That's why Big Walk, the next game from Goose Game developer House House, feels like a radical and unexpected departure. Instead of playing as a goose terrorizing a small village, Big Walk is a co-op multiplayer game where you explore a large island and have to work together to solve puzzles.

Outplay Films Nabs Tom Tykwer's Locarno Competition TITLE

Isabelle Stever’s Locarno main competition title “I Rarely Wake Up Dreaming,” produced by Tom Tykwer, has been picked up for world sales by France’s Outplay Films. Produced by Tykwer and Uwe Schott at Berlin-based X Filme Creative Pool and written by Anna Melikova, the film follows Olya and Oleh, a young queer Ukrainian couple whose […]

Spider-Man Gets Imax Theaters After Christopher Nolan's Epic ENDS

“Spider-Man: Brand New Day” will (finally!) swing to Imax on Aug. 6. Sony and Marvel’s web-slinging adventure didn’t play on the company’s premium screens during its first few days in theaters because Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey” commanded the network’s entire domestic footprint for three weekends. Now that “The Odyssey’s” exclusive run is ending, Imax is […]

Two 60 Minutes Stars Are Leaving CBS for ACADEMIA

The stopwatch keeps ticking after “60 Minutes.” Sharyn Alfonsi and Scott Pelley were both named journalists-in-residence at Columbia University’s School of Journalism Monday, a position that will be in place for the 2026-2027 academic term. The two former “60 Minutes” correspondents will work with students through lectures, workshops and special events, and they will each […]

CNN Expands European Coverage With New Rome CORRESPONDENT

CNN has announced the appointment of award-winning Italian journalist Stefano Pozzebon as an international correspondent based in its Rome bureau. Pozzebon will be responsible for covering major news stories in Italy and across Europe for CNN’s linear and digital platforms. He will work alongside CNN Vatican Correspondent Christopher Lamb, who leads CNN’s coverage of the Vatican and the […]

The Box Office Record That Just Made EVERYONE Forget About the Avengers

Is Spider-Man more powerful than all of the Avengers combined? There’s certainly a case to be made after “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” captured a mind-boggling $360 million in its domestic debut, supplanting the all-time opening weekend record of 2019’s “Avengers: Endgame” with $357 million (not adjusted for inflation). The final tally for “Brand New Day” […]

Why Major Streamers REFUSED to Touch This Anti-Crypto Documentary

Ben McKenzie believes he knows why the major streaming services weren’t interested in licensing “Everyone Is Lying to You for Money.” His new documentary takes on the cryptocurrency industry, portraying the controversial digital currency as corrupt and in dire need of more regulations. But the film is being released as President Donald Trump has profited […]

The Locarno Thriller Celebrating Lisbon's Most VIBRANT District

Deep in the mazework neighborhood of Reboleira, Lisbon, someone is hiding €180,000 ($200,000), and Portuguese-Swiss writer-director Basil Da Cunha allows the characters of “O Jacaré” to use any and all means to find it in his new feature film competing at Locarno.  Produced by Thera Production (Switzerland) and co-produced by Continue Walking (Portugal) and RTS […]

Peter Alexander's 'State of Play' Launches August 10 on MS NOW

Peter Alexander carries his years of experience at NBC News over to MS NOW, where he lands next week. The veteran Washington correspondent and weekend “Today” host will launch a new 11 a.m. program on the Versant-backed network starting Monday, August 10. “State of Play” is billed as focusing on “authoritative and original reporting, thoughtful […]

The Smurfs Are INVADING Talking Tom's World in Surprise Crossover

“Talking Tom & Friends: World” has launched an in-game crossover with the iconic world of The Smurfs. In a partnership between “Talking Tom & Friends” owner Outfit7 (an Ekipa2 subsidiary) and Smurfs IP holder Peyo Company, the children’s mobile sandbox game “Talking Tom & Friends: World” has launched a dedicated in-game experience inspired by the […]

The One Segment CBS Thinks Will Finally WIN the Evening News War

Tony Dokoupil’s job hinges on breaking news. He has recently been taking precious seconds to try and knit some of it together. On a recent Friday night, the “CBS Evening News” anchor stopped the rat-a-tat-tat delivery of headlines for which his program and similar ones are known, just to reflect. He delivered a short monologue […]

The BookTok Hit That's Becoming Hollywood's Next Rom-Com OBSESSION

“Chilling Adventures of Sabrina” breakout and “Sex Lives of College Girls” star Gavin Leatherwood has joined the cast of romantic comedy “It Happened One Summer,” the adaptation of Tessa Bailey’s New York Tiles bestseller and viral BookTok hit. Production on the film is now underway in New York, with Leatherwood joining an ensemble that already […]

Why The CW Just Doubled Down on Game Shows and Police REALITY TV

The CW is renewing three of its unscripted series The one-hour gamers “Scrabble” and “Trivial Pursuit” have been given a Season 3 in advance of this fall’s Season 2 premieres, while the netlet has also greenlighted a Season 4 of its law enforcement follow-along show “Police 24/7.” “Scrabble” and “Trivial Pursuit” return to The CW […]

Netflix and Spain Team Up for the ETA Drama Everyone's Talking About

Spanish public broadcaster RTVE has boarded “Blanco,” a high-profile feature directed by Félix Viscarret (“Patria,” “Under the Stars”) about the 1997 kidnapping and murder of Basque politician Miguel Ángel Blanco by terrorist organization ETA. RTVE joins Netflix and Universal Pictures International Spain on the project, with Universal set to handle its theatrical distribution. The film […]

The 'Friends' Creator Just Sold an Improvised Sitcom to Amazon

Amazon has greenlit its first-ever multi-cam sitcom, which hails from none other than the legendary Marta Kauffman. Titled “DINKS” — which stands for “dual income, no kids” — the show will also be the first-ever improvised multi-cam comedy. Paul Scheer and June Diane Raphael, who are married in real life, will star in the show […]

Elizabeth Gillies Joins Indie Political Comedy Series

Elizabeth Gillies has joined the cast of Max Talisman’s independent half-hour political dramedy series “The Right Side,” which also stars Andie MacDowell and Peter Gallagher. In “The Right Side,” Gillies will play Jordan Silver, who is “the tastemaker of the Silver Family,” according to an official description. Jordan made a career critiquing her parents’ politics […]

The Roku City Secrets Finally REVEALED

It has a city hall and a city council. A vintage art deco theater, a harbor and a fair amount of traffic. And plenty of billboards, of course. But despite brownstones, diners, skyscrapers and bridges, this city is no recognizable metropolis — plus, it’s all bathed in a luminous purple glow. Welcome to Roku City, […]

Sarajevo Film Festival Announces Open Air Selection

The Sarajevo Film Festival has revealed the lineup of its Open Air section, which screens films outdoors in the festival’s largest venue, the Coca-Cola Open Air Cinema. The Open Air section includes films directed by or starring this year’s Sarajevo honorees, like Paweł Pawlikowski’s “Fatherland,” Diego Luna’s “Ashes” and “Welcome to Sarajevo,” starring Woody Harrelson. […]

Every Spider-Man Movie Ranked — The WORST Will Shock You

Throughout two decades of web-slinging, rebooting, reversals of fortune, immersions into the Marvel Cinematic Universe and sporadic reappearances by the Spidey-hating J. Jonah Jameson, the “Spider-Man” film franchise has been wildly inconsistent, yet remarkably indestructible. “Spider-Man: Brand New Day,” the latest film, broke box office records this weekend after it swung its way to a […]

How Bad Bunny's Residency Became an ECONOMIC Masterclass

Puerto Rico has faced population loss, economic turmoil, and the devastation of Hurricane Maria. Then Bad Bunny and Rimas Entertainment wrote a new chapter. His 2025 album became Spotify’s most streamed of the year and won album of the year at the Grammys, but it was only part of the plan.  On this episode of FC Explains, we look at how Rimas built a 31 show residency for Puerto Rico. Fans from more than 100 countries showed up, bringing an estimated $713 million in direct economic impact to an

The Late-Night Host Who's Suddenly the LAST One Standing

And then there was Fallon. NBC’s “Tonight Show” is the only late-night program to keep on keeping on as usual as the nation moves into late summer, a sign of how the wee-hours format continues to be winnowed down amid a continuing decline in the economics of midnight TV. NBC this week launched what is […]

Inside the Making of Spider-Man's MOST Controversial Era

Spider-Man is swinging from the big screen to the coffee table. A new hardcover book exploring the making of Tom Holland’s latest Marvel adventure is now available to pre-order on Amazon ahead of its Aug. 18 release. The 208-page book, written by Jess Harrold, takes readers behind the scenes of the superhero sequel’s visual development, […]

How Madonna INSPIRED the Look of This Year's Most Provocative Film

Olivia Wilde once called costume designer Arianne Phillips “one of the greatest costume designers in film history.” Phillips worked with Wilde on “Don’t Worry Darling,” and when it came to “The Invite,” the pair reunited again. When she got the call, Phillips immediately said yes to the film, which Wilde both directed and starred in. […]

The Man Who Helped Create Prince's LEGENDARY Sound Just Died

David “Z” Rivkin, the Grammy-winning producer and musician who helmed Prince’s early demo tapes and engineered several of his albums, helped create Lipps Inc.’s 1980 smash “Funky Town,” and later worked with such artists like Fine Young Cannibals, the Jets and Jonny Lang, has died, his brother Bobby “Z” Rivkin (longtime drummer for Prince & […]

What Marvel's Boss Just Revealed About Spider-Man's NEXT Chapter

Kevin Feige can’t stop breaking his own box office benchmarks. As the president of Marvel Studios and architect of the sprawling, ultra-successful Marvel Cinematic Universe, Feige is now responsible for the four biggest opening weekends in history. His latest record-setting blockbuster is “Spider-Man: Brand New Day,” which collected a dizzying $360 million in its domestic […]

Why Parents Still Fear Video Games After FIFTY Years

It’s been nearly six decades since the first mainstream video games came out and parents in 2026 are just as worried about the potential impact gaming is having on their children today as their counterparts were in the 70s, according to new research from the nonprofit Games for Change. In her paper “Raising Good Gamers: […]

The Musical About Miss Navajo That's About to Make HISTORY

“Frybread Face and Me” director Billy Luther is adapting his 2007 documentary “Miss Navajo” into a musical, which is currently in development. Now, 19 years after the world premiere at 2007’s Sundance Film Festival, Luther has teamed up with singer-songwriter Raye Zaragoza to bring the documentary to the stage. Luther said, “I am thrilled to […]

Why Movie Fans Are Paying INSANE Prices for Empty Popcorn Buckets

Did you think landing Imax 70mm tickets to “The Odyssey” was hard? Trying landing those tickets and snagging one of the limited-edition popcorn buckets tied to the recent release of Christopher Nolan’s epic, which included designs of the iconic Trojan Horse and a replica of the Imax camera (complete with a real viewfinder!) that the […]

The Devil Wears Prada Sequel Just Shattered EVERY Streaming Record

“The Devil Wears Prada 2” reached 15.2 million views globally in its first five days of streaming on Disney+ and Hulu. That total, calculated by dividing the total amount of time the film was streamed by its 119-minute runtime, makes the Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway-led sequel the Disney streamers’ biggest live-action movie debut since […]

Madonna and Kylie Minogue Perform at WorldPride in AMSTERDAM

Madonna kicked off August with another “Club Confessions” appearance – this time, it was a performance at WorldPride in Amsterdam featuring surprise guest Kylie Minogue. Speaking of surprises, Nicole Kidman and Sandra Bullock popped into the Hollywood Forever Cemetery to introduce the Cinespia screening of “Practical Magic” The appearance was nostalgic but also a nice […]

Why Anya Taylor-Joy Says Women NEVER Method Act on Set

Anya Taylor-Joy is known for giving full-bodied performances in the likes of “The Witch,” “The Queen’s Gambit,” “Furiosa” and more, but she’s never gone full Method on a set before nor does she have plans to in the future. The way Taylor-Joy sees it, women do not have the opportunity like men do when it […]

Dick Clark Productions Launches DCP Studios to EXPAND Content

Dick Clark Productions has launched DCP Studios, a unit designed to expand the company’s creative and production capabilities for awards shows including the Golden Globes, “Dick Clark’s New Years’ Rockin’ Eve,” Academy of Country Music Awards, American Music Awards and other programs. The division will be led by Yosef Johnson, who most recently served as […]

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The 70-Year-Old Woman Chasing Her BROADWAY Dream

CBS has given a pilot order to a comedy series titled “Hilda! (In Lights!)” about an elderly woman who moves to New York City to pursue her Broadway dreams. Three scripts for the single-camera project, from writer and executive producer Abbey Caldwell, were announced as being in development at the studio in April. The logline […]

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The MISTAKES That May Have Cost Nancy Guthrie Her Life

A new report from the Wall Street Journal, published Saturday night, brings to light several possible errors by the Pima County Sheriff’s Department during its search for Nancy Guthrie, which has seen little progress since it began in February. The WSJ, citing personal files and interviews with current and former federal officers and individuals close […]

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Washington's WORST Natural Disaster: What They're Not Telling You

Fast-moving wildfires in Washington destroy hundreds of homes: "Worst natural disaster our region has faced"  CBS News 'A tremendous tragedy': thousands evacuated, hundreds of structures destroyed in Spokane Area Fires  NonStop Local KHQ How to help Spokane residents during the wildfires  The Seattle Times Autumn Lane Fire burning near Nine Mile Falls continues to prompt Level 3 (Go Now!) evacuations  KREM Spokane Wildfires Destroy Hundreds of Buildings as Thousands Evacuate  The New York Times

Google News·Other·40d ago

What Residents Found When They Returned Home Will HAUNT Them Forever

Live updates: Residents return to find homes destroyed by fast-moving wildfires in Washington state  cnn.com 'A tremendous tragedy': thousands evacuated, hundreds of structures destroyed in Spokane Area Fires  NonStop Local KHQ How to help Spokane residents during the wildfires  The Seattle Times Evacuations remain for thousands in northwest Spokane as Old Trails Fire continues to burn  KREM Latest evacuation orders, and where you can go  KXLY.com

Google News·Other·40d ago
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What's VANISHING From Spokane as Thousands Flee Their Homes

Spokane Wildfires Destroy Hundreds of Buildings as Thousands Evacuate  The New York Times Evacuations remain for thousands in northwest Spokane as Old Trails Fire continues to burn  KREM Sunday evening update: Zero containment on Spokane Complex of fires  KXLY.com Spokane schools open free Shadle Park camp for wildfire families  NonStop Local KHQ About 60,000 ordered to evacuate from fires in Spokane, Washington  Reuters

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What Really Happened at the In-N-Out Where a GUNMAN Opened Fire

What we know about the victims, gunman in Idaho In-N-Out shooting  NewsNation Who is Chad Williams? What we know about suspected shooter at Twin Falls In-N-Out  KTVB Southern California woman survives In-N-Out shooting in Idaho; parents recall terrifying moments before learning she was safe  CBS News Armed bystander distracted gunman in fatal In-N-Out shooting  NBC News LATEST UPDATES: Police, bystanders praise first responders and 'hero' citizens who took action to stop In-N-Out gunman  East Id

Google News·Other·40d ago

Austria Shatters Records as Japan Prepares for TYPHOON Onslaught

Soaring temperatures continue to sweep parts of Europe, while Okinawa faces powerful winds and storm surges Europe live – latest updates Unbearable, record-breaking heat has dominated the summer of 2026 across much of Europe. New records were set in central Europe last week, with Wieselburg in Austria registering a new July peak of 40.3C (104.5F). This is particularly significant as it is just 0.2C behind the all-time high, set in the August of 2003. However, not all of the northern hemisphere

These Pendleton Blankets Reference the Brilliant Textiles of Alexander GIRARD

In the mid-1960s, Alexander Girard helped bring his vivid patterns to more people through the creation of the Girard throw blanket. Now, more than 60 years later, the furniture brand Herman Miller is releasing three new patterns of blanket: a multicolor stripe, a brown-and-yellow checkerboard, and a pink-and-green checkerboard. The motifs, designed by Girard himself, were found in the archives. [Photo: Herman Miller] Girard created his throw blankets in 1965 as part of an extensive brand identit

The Mass Shooting That Prepared This Man for the In-N-Out GUNFIGHT

Man who returned fire at In-N-Out gunman had done firearm training after 2021 mass shooting  The Guardian Gunman Acted Alone in Idaho In-N-Out Attack, Authorities Say  The New York Times When gunshots rang out at a Twin Falls In-N-Out, this Idaho man shot back  Idaho Statesman Dick’s Sporting Goods employee describes coming face to face with Twin Falls shooter  KMVT Armed bystander distracted gunman in fatal In-N-Out shooting  NBC News

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What's Forcing 65,000 Americans to ABANDON Their Homes Right Now

Live updates: Almost 65,000 people evacuated as Spokane County wildfires cause ‘heartbreaking’ devastation  CNN Evacuations remain for thousands in northwest Spokane as Old Trails Fire continues to burn  KREM Washington state wildfires force 60,000 people to evacuate homes  BBC Spokane Mayor: Could be 'days or weeks' before people get back to their homes after fires  KXLY.com Wildfire in Washington: Video Shows Fast Evacuation at Local Park  Yahoo

Google News·Other·39d ago