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What Trump Just Ordered Doctors to Do to Your CHILDREN'S Vaccines

Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. (R) looks on as President Donald Trump speaks before signing an executive order calling for changes to the childhood immunization schedule in the Oval Office of the in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC, on August 10, 2026. Jim Watson/AFP via Getty Images President Trump signed an executive order to split the MMR vaccine into individual shots, despite opposition from medical experts. Major health organizations, su

Healthline·Politics·29d ago

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Apple and Epic's Battle Just Revealed How Much Your FREEDOM Costs

In a new filing in its long-running legal dispute with Epic Games, Apple has proposed a structure that would allow it to collect fees on digital purchases made via external links that don't use the company's in-app purchase system. Epic has already responded, saying that Apple's request is "far outside of the bounds" of the court's guidance. Right now, Apple cannot take a commission on external purchases after California district court judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers ruled in April 2025 that found

The Verge·Tech·29d ago

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What Flock Safety's Cameras Will Start Doing in JANUARY

Flock Safety's CEO says safeguards will be added to cameras in January  WRAL Flock boss admits surveillance firm took too long to act over police abuse  BBC Despite 'New' Updates, Flock's Creepy Cameras Remain Major Civil Liberties Threat  American Civil Liberties Union Flock unveils changes after Post report on police misuse of vast camera network  The Washington Post Flock Updates Privacy, Accountability, Security, and Transparency Safeguards  Flock Safety

Google News·Tech·29d ago

The Mystery Woman Influencing Anthropic That Even CLAUDE Doesn't Know

Even Claude Is in the Dark About Dario Amodei’s Wife—and Her Influence at Anthropic  WSJ The trillion-dollar IPO vibes continue  Financial Times Anthropic’s ‘First Lady’ Took a Winding Road to the Top  The Information Anthropic CFO Krishna Rao is leading early IPO meetings with investors and has not discussed valuation, sources say  CNBC Anthropic's IPO Could Arrive in September. This Warren Buffett Advice From 1996 Shows What to Do Next.  Yahoo Finance

Google News·Tech·29d ago

Help Build a Monument to That 'Sad Little BITCH' Elon Musk

“Build the perfect monument to force a moment of introspection upon the world’s richest, ugliest little bitch.” | Image: Brendan SMIALOWSKI / AFP via Getty Images Cards Against Humanity is gearing up to build "something that will annoy Elon Musk," and it's crowdfunding the project with its usual flavor of vulgarity. The company behind the card game announced plans to build "a grand monument" to Musk on the parcel of land it owns near Starbase, Texas, with the aim to "make him wonder, for a bri

The Verge·Tech·29d ago

The Ancient Philosophy That Could DESTROY Corporate AI

I have been writing for several months about what I see more and more as the central problem in enterprise AI. I’m seeing it not just from an academic perspective: Of course, I’m a university professor with more than 30 years of experience, but I’m also the director of innovation of an artificial intelligence startup, and that’s teaching me a whole lot of new skills. Traveling from theory to code and back, day in and day out, is proving to be an amazingly enriching journey.  First of all, we sho

Fast Company·Tech·29d ago

Why Apple Had to Build a SECRET AI Model Just for China

Apple has reportedly trained a custom AI model for the China market alongside domestic tech giant Alibaba, a rare cross-border partnership that cuts across growing tensions between Beijing and Washington. The China-focused large language model was developed in partnership with Alibaba and trained with the company's support, Reuters reports, citing three unnamed people familiar with the matter. Developing a custom model of its own marks a departure from Apple's previous strategy in the country a

The Verge·Tech·29d ago

How AI Became Both the CURE and the DISEASE in Cybersecurity

You might think that the information-security professionals who show up in August at the annual Black Hat conference in Las Vegas would know to bring their A game to that gathering. But every year, the administrators of the show’s Network Operations Center (NOC) see a different, messier reality play out over the conference Wi-Fi.  And at last week’s Black Hat, AI played an even larger part in that drama—as a tool and a threat. Agentic triage AI has delivered the biggest overall boost to NOC staf

Fast Company·Tech·29d ago

The Accessory That Tricks Your iPhone Into Thinking It's SOMETHING ELSE

Hello again and welcome back to Fast Company’s Plugged In. Most obsolete technologies are gone forever, and thankfully so. I will never again buy a new computer with a floppy disk drive, CRT display, or FireWire, and neither will anyone else. We’re all better off for it. But there’s something about tiny, plasticky, defiantly tactile keyboards that speaks to a dedicated minority of smartphone users. In theory, their countdown clock to irrelevance started the moment the iPhone arrived almost 20 y

Fast Company·Tech·29d ago

The Handheld That Could Replace Steam Deck — But I'm WALKING Away

The Claw EX. I rather like the purple. 3D-printed stand not included. As The Verge's resident handheld reviewer, I have nearly every portable gaming PC on a shelf in my house. The MSI Claw 8 EX AI Plus is now the first one I reach for. Thanks to a next-gen Intel chip and improved MSI design, the Claw EX is the most powerful handheld that truly feels portable. It's the handheld with the longest battery life, and the first Windows handheld I can trust to sleep and wake reliably. Like the Steam

The Verge·Tech·29d ago

The Tool That Heats to SOLDERING Temperature in Three Seconds

Hoto is introducing its first soldering iron through its modular Snapbloq collection that lets you assemble your own custom toolbox by stacking magnetic cases and tools together. The new I-A06 Cordless Soldering Iron can heat to just over 200 degrees Celsius in about three seconds and offers an adjustable temperature range from 100 to up to 450 degrees with customizable presets you can quickly jump to. The full kit version of the soldering iron is available starting today for $99.99 and includes

The Verge·Tech·29d ago

What AI Just EXPOSED About the Job Market Will Terrify You

Some of the first credible evidence of artificial intelligence’s impact on the labor market has just been published and, at first glance, it appears to tell a concerning story for women. Researchers at Stanford University’s Digital Economy Lab, analyzing payroll data from millions of American workers, found that employment growth has been weakest among early-career professionals in occupations with the greatest exposure to AI. Among those workers, young women are experiencing slower employment g

Fast Company·Tech·29d ago

The Budget Earbuds That Actually Don't Sound CHEAP

The Clip Pro are the first clip-style earbuds from CMF, Nothing’s budget sub-brand. Clip earbuds are an exercise in compromise. It's an inherent aspect of their design - and physics. They can be more comfortable for people that don't like something jammed in their ear, but sound response suffers. Ambient awareness is great because you can easily hear the sound around you, which means to hear your own music the buds need to be turned up and potentially leak sound out to your neighbors. For what

The Verge·Tech·29d ago

The S&P 500 Just Made a Move That's MINTING Reddit MILLIONAIRES

Shares in Reddit, Inc. (NYSE: RDDT) are surging in premarket trading this morning after S&P Dow Jones Indices announced that the social media platform will join its prestigious S&P 500 Index. Here’s what you need to know about Reddit’s ascension to the S&P, and why it’s giving RDDT shares a much-needed boost. What is the S&P 500? The S&P 500 (aka Standard and Poor’s 500) is one of the three major stock indices in the United States, the others being the Dow and the Nasdaq-100. Indices are disti

Fast Company·Tech·29d ago

How AI Agents Can TRANSFORM Your Solo Business

The word “agentic” is being pushed by every AI company right now, and—for the most part—it’s unclear what “agents” can do. I’ve seen ads for things like “sales agents” (automating outreach) or “coding agents” (deploying software bug fixes). To a solopreneur, that type of agentic work seems irrelevant. Part of the confusion is that many of the examples are targeted at enterprise companies. The messaging paints a picture of hundreds of autonomous agents working around the clock. But an agent can b

Fast Company·Tech·29d ago

Why Everyone HATES This Company—And Can't Stop Talking About It

The surveillance state has crept up around us, but in at least one instance, its integration into society has prompted a backlash. Flock Safety has managed to make automated license plate readers (ALPRs), cameras that record the license plate and other characteristics of every vehicle that passes them, a hot-button issue across the United States. More than 50 agencies or jurisdictions have canceled, suspended, or rejected Flock contracts, or deactivated its cameras, since the start of 2026. The

Fast Company·Tech·29d ago

What Zuckerberg's 'AI for EVERYONE' Claim Is Really HIDING

Meta released Glimmer this week, an open-weight AI model anyone can download and run on their own hardware — a contrast to Muse Spark, the company’s more powerful model that stays locked behind its own APIs. The release landed alongside a letter from Mark Zuckerberg arguing AI should be “for everyone” rather than controlled by a handful of labs, but as Equity’s […]

TechCrunch·Tech·29d ago

Google Just Changed How You Can Hide What Its AI ACTUALLY Creates

Google will now allow you to remove visible watermarks from the images, videos, and music made with AI tools. With the update, you can toggle off a new "Media watermark" setting in Gemini and Google's AI video generator, Flow. When toggled off, Google will remove the "sparkle" watermark that appears in the bottom-right corner of content generated with the company's Nano Banana and Omni models. Though visible watermarks are now optional, AI-generated content will have invisible SynthID watermarks

The Verge·Tech·29d ago

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Mark Zuckerberg Just Launched Something Called INSTAGZAM

Instagram's wordmark is iconic. Well, was iconic. Apparently Instagram thought it looked old, so the company rolled out a new one this week. It doesn't look like the old Instagram wordmark. It doesn't even look like it spells Instagram anymore. And we cannot figure out why Instagram decided to do this. On this episode of The Vergecast, David and Nilay start by discussing the new logo, the executive urge to redesign everything all the time, and whether new is always better. After that, they get i

The Verge·Tech·29d ago

Why Google's BEST Camera Feature Won't Work on Your Phone

Arguably the coolest new photo feature for the Pixel 11 lineup is Google's new Camera Looks, which process image data differently at the sensor level to produce photos that don't have that "smartphone" look. The result is new styles like "Digi," which mimics the style of photos taken by older digital cameras. But to use Camera Looks, at least initially, you'll need to have one of Google's Pixel 11 phones. "Our latest camera updates are only available on our latest devices," Google spokesperson A

The Verge·Tech·28d ago

The Laptop Shopping Mistake That Could Ruin Your SEMESTER

The MacBook Neo is an easy recommendation. | Photo by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge If you’re a student looking for an affordable laptop, I have bad news and I have good news. The bad news is that computer prices are out of whack due to the ongoing RAM and storage crunch, making some a little pricier than they used to be and others wildly more expensive. The good news? Despite that, there are still many great options, including the selection we’ve tested and highlighted below. Before you

The Verge·Tech·28d ago

This Company's $10 Plan to Make Elon Musk MISERABLE

Elon Musk does not shy away from bizarre conflict: He dared Mark Zuckerberg to a cage fight that never materialized, publicly feuded with President Trump after a monthslong public friendship, and even challenged Vladimir Putin to “single combat.” But Musk’s most recent opponent is neither a world leader nor a major tech figure. It’s the irreverent popular game Cards Against Humanity. The conflict surrounds South Texas’s newest city, Starbase, a town in the Rio Grande Valley built as a launchpad

Fast Company·Tech·28d ago
Breaking

Samsung's Secret New Headphones Are Coming — And They Look DIFFERENT

Strings of code in Samsung's Galaxy Wearable app hint at an upcoming pair of over-ear headphones that could compete with the AirPods Max, SamMobile reports. Samsung's reportedly referring to the headphones as the "Galaxy H1," and SamMobile says they could launch sometime in 2027. That would make these the company's first pair of over-ear headphones since the Level On in 2015, which was released well before Samsung acquired Harman and a number of other audio brands. Connection status icons in th

The Verge·Tech·28d ago
Breaking

The Flying Car BYD Built While Tesla Was Still TALKING

Elon Musk is reportedly going to launch a “flying car.” Not a flying taxi like those oversized drones that want to take rich people from Manhattan to JFK laughing at us peasants traveling in regular cabs. Not another old Tesla Roadster mounted atop a Falcon 9. No. This will be a next-generation Tesla Roadster that can fly on its own using cold gas thrusters developed by SpaceX. Like Nick Fury’s flying car. For the umpteenth time, Musk will try to overexcite fans and Tesla bulls with yet another

Fast Company·Tech·28d ago
Business

The ONE Skill Microsoft Says Will Survive AI's TAKEOVER

Algorithms can now write code, draft legal contracts, and generate entire marketing campaigns in seconds. As artificial intelligence automates increasingly complex work, it’s easy to assume technical expertise will become the defining trait of great leadership.   The evidence points in the opposite direction.  Recent data from Microsoft and LinkedIn reveals a fascinating reality. While AI is automating execution, leaders are aggressively prioritizing soft skills like emotional intelligence. As t

Fast Company·Business·29d ago

Why AI Layoffs Are DESTROYING Productivity Instead of Boosting It

Business leaders and investors face a deepening paradox: Companies are pouring more money into artificial intelligence than ever, but they’re not seeing the gains in productivity that they expect. Even CEOs are starting to admit this disconnect. One Atlanta Federal Reserve study found that about 90% of executives believe AI has not yet boosted productivity at their companies. Other evidence suggests that the broader increase in productivity seen since 2021 is more likely due to remote work or fa

Fast Company·Business·29d ago

Why Everyone's Secretly Preparing Their CAREER Escape Plan

In a world of increasing uncertainty, workplace loyalty has shifted dramatically as employees adopt strategies to protect their careers from sudden disruption. Developing backup plans and parallel skill sets has become a must-have rather than a nice-to-have. Below, experts examine why professionals are building safety nets and what it means for the future of employment relationships. Prove Relevance As Roles Evolve Career cushioning is gaining traction because what people are protecting against

Fast Company·Business·29d ago

Why Corporate TRUST Isn't Enough Anymore in the AI Age

In the current landscape of corporate reputation, the old playbooks are failing. After two decades of falling trust in institutions, government, and companies, AI has accelerated this trend and traditional measurement metrics like “trust” aren’t measuring the full impact. Bully Pulpit International’s second annual Reputation Resilience Index reveals a sobering reality. The onset of artificial intelligence is posing two threats to corporate reputation. As AI increases the prevalence of misinforma

Fast Company·Business·29d ago

Jack in the Box Just CLOSED 40 Stores—And More Are Coming

Jack in the Box is continuing to close stores this year as it reports another quarter of declining same-store sales.  Alongside the release of its third-quarter earnings report this week, the fast food burger chain shared that it has shuttered 40 restaurants so far in 2026, with another 10 to 20 set to close during its final quarter. Is Jack still on track? The update on restaurant closures comes over a year after the company announced “Jack on Track,” a financial plan that included closing 150

Fast Company·Business·29d ago
Breaking

The UNEXPECTED Economic Signal That Just Caught Wall Street OFF GUARD

US retail sales slump unexpectedly and sharply after a summer tax-refund boost fades  AP News Retail sales slump in July  Axios Frustrated US consumers cut their retail spending last month  cnn.com US retail sales weakest in over a year, consumer sentiment plunges  Yahoo Finance US retail sales post first decline in nine months in July  Reuters

Google News·Business·29d ago

The Creator Management Acquisition That's Reshaping Influencer POWER

Digital Brand Architects has snapped up creator management firm V1sion Ventures, which represents a range of digital stars including Keith Lee, Leigh Soriano, Joy Burnett, Chelsea Jordan, Rachel Wilson, Beyonce Janvier, Micah Hescott ad Zack Baun. V1sion Ventures founder and CEO Alina Benun will join DBA and work alongside senior talent managers Veronica Avalos and […]

Variety·Business·29d ago

Why Costco Is PAYING BACK Customers When Other Retailers Won't

Some five months after the Supreme Court struck down President Donald Trump’s tariffs, one question remains: How—and when—will the government return the refunds? With thousands of companies embroiled in complicated suits against the federal government, consumers are focused something far simpler: When will these companies return their refunds? Dating back to the White House’s self-proclaimed “Liberation Day” of 2025, consumers have paid higher prices on everything from furniture to flip flops. E

Fast Company·Business·29d ago

Why BEEF Is About to Become a LUXURY Only the Rich Can Afford

This week, Tyson Foods announced that it is restructuring its beef business, closing or selling three of its facilities as it deals with “one of the most historic cattle shortages the country has ever experienced.” U.S. cattle herd levels are among the lowest seen in 75 years, a shortage that has been exacerbated by a range of impacts. For instance, there’s been a screwworm outbreak, prompting a shutdown of cattle trade with Mexico. Rising operational costs and consolidation across the beef ind

Fast Company·Business·28d ago
Breaking

Why Paramount's California Escape Won't SAVE What They Think

Paramount is threatening to leave California if it cannot reach a deal with Attorney General Rob Bonta to allow it to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery. Puck reported the threat on Tuesday, following a similar report in Semafor last month, and adding that Paramount CEO David Ellison believes the move would save the company $500 million […]

Variety·Business·28d ago
Breaking

The NEW Way First-Time Buyers Could Find $35,000

Trump’s new savings accounts for kids just went live last month, but they’re not the only interesting investment change in the mix this year. With a new bipartisan bill known as the First-Time Homebuyer Empowerment Act, lawmakers want to empower first-time homebuyers to tap into a portion of their college savings accounts for a down payment. Colorado Democrat Michael Bennet and Ohio Republican Jon Husted introduced the bill in the Senate earlier this month. If passed, it could give some families

Fast Company·Business·28d ago

The Media MEGAMERGER With Only One Obstacle Left

Paramount announced Friday that it has won approval from Mexico’s competition authority for its merger with Warner Bros., leaving only 12 state attorneys general standing in the way of closing the deal. In a statement, Paramount said it has now won approval from regulators representing 68 countries, including the European Union, China, Canada, Brazil and […]

Variety·Business·28d ago

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The UNHINGED Résumés One Designer Is Sending to Employers

Between companies ghosting job applicants and companies advertising ghost jobs that don’t exist, it can feel harder than ever to find a job. And so job-seekers trying to land a new role will sometimes do just about anything to try and get an employer’s attention. But while some applicants might send in a curated portfolio of accomplishments, a personalized cover letter, or direct message to anyone who will listen via LinkedIn, one Melbourne-based designer, Felix Toohey, is taking a more dramatic

Fast Company·Business·28d ago

Why This Media CEO Just Cashed Out $27 MILLION Before the Big Merger

David Zaslav, president and CEO of Warner Bros. Discovery, has now sold roughly $200 million worth of stock since the media company clinched a deal to be acquired by David Ellison’s Paramount Skydance earlier this year. Zaslav’s latest sales were of 194,999 shares of WBD worth $5,464,567.73 on Aug. 14 and 773,173 shares with a […]

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Why Reddit Stock Is SOARING While Markets Slip

Stock Market Today: Dow, S&P 500 Slip; Reddit Stock Jumps — Live Updates  WSJ S&P 500 edges lower, but index heads for third straight winning week: Live updates  CNBC Consumer Warning Lights Flash, Oil and Treasury Yields Rise | Markets P.M. For August 14  WSJ S&P 500 falls from record high as investors weigh data, Middle East tensions  Reuters Stocks Churn as US Threats Against Iran Lift Crude: Markets Wrap  Bloomberg.com

Google News·Business·28d ago
Politics

Why Trump's Press Secretary Just WALKED AWAY From It All

We’re in the midst of a mass exodus of working mothers from the workforce. The latest to join is Karoline Leavitt, White House press secretary, who resigned from her post Wednesday. And it might have been because President Donald Trump had been calling her while she was away on maternity leave, reports suggest. According to sources familiar with the matter who spoke to CNN, the president called her frequently asking when she was going to come back. Fast Company reached out to the White House for

Fast Company·Politics·29d ago

What Trump's Name Will Now Appear On in WASHINGTON

Kennedy Center Board Decides to Inscribe Trump’s Name on Building  The New York Times Kennedy Center board votes to partially close arts center during renovations and add Trump’s name to the building again  NBC News Trump’s New Plan to Get His Name Back on the Kennedy Center  The Atlantic Trump’s Kennedy Center takeover pushes National Symphony Orchestra into crisis  washingtonpost.com Kennedy Center votes to put Trump’s name back on building and close for renovations  CNN

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What Democrats Just Discovered Aboard the USS Abraham LINCOLN

As poor conditions are reported on USS Abraham Lincoln, Democrats demand answers  washingtonpost.com Sailor went overboard from the USS Abraham Lincoln this month as conditions on the ship prompt lawmakers’ demand for answers  CNN Exclusive | U.S. Sending Fresh Aircraft Carrier to Middle East Amid Iran War Strain  WSJ In fiery meeting, military families confront acting Navy secretary over conditions on the USS Lincoln  MS NOW USS Abraham Lincoln sailors tried to jump overboard amid extended depl

Google News·Politics·29d ago

The Executive Order That Could REWRITE Childhood Medicine Forever

President Donald Trump in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC, on Thursday, Aug. 6, 2026. Schwartz/CNP/Bloomberg/Getty Images The Trump Administration is considering an executive order on vaccines and autism as early as next week.  The White House move contradicts a large body of evidence showing no link between vaccines and autism.  Experts reaffirm that vaccines are safe and effective, and encourage parents to speak with their pediatricians about childhood vaccination.  Th

Healthline·Politics·29d ago

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Why Trump Just Ordered the Navy to ABANDON Modern Technology

Exclusive | Trump Orders Navy to Restore Old Technology in Aircraft Carriers, Costing Billions  WSJ Trump orders the Navy to return to an older system of launching jets off aircraft carriers  AP News Trump allows Navy to build ships abroad, orders return to steam catapults on carriers  Reuters Trump orders Pentagon to scrap modern jet launching tech on new US aircraft carrier and revert to steam catapults – live  The Guardian Presidential Memo: Rebuilding the United States Navy and America's Shi

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The Industry Trump Just Hit With a CRUSHING 100 Percent Penalty

The United States has already banned future foreign drones from entering the United States unless their companies kiss the ring - as well as routers, robots, and Roombas. Now, President Donald Trump is targeting existing drone imports and parts, too. He's going to try to make them cost a lot more. In a presidential action, he's declared a whopping 100 percent tariff on imports of drones with thermal cameras, drones weighing over 25kg (57 pounds), and any kind of part for any kind of unmanned air

The Verge·Politics·29d ago

What the Kennedy Center Just Did With Trump's Name DEFIES a Judge

Kennedy Center board restores Trump's name, testing judge  Axios Kennedy Center Board Decides to Inscribe Trump’s Name on Building  The New York Times Kennedy Center Board votes again to shut main building down — and add Trump's name back  NPR Kennedy Center board votes to partially close arts center during renovations and add Trump’s name to the building again  NBC News Trump’s New Plan to Get His Name Back on the Kennedy Center  The Atlantic

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The Midnight Celebration That Marks a SEISMIC Shift in Gun Rights

A midnight party celebrates gun rights breakthrough  usatoday.com Justice Department’s last-minute decision not to defend gun law causes confusion among owners  CNN Trump Administration Lets Parts of the National Firearms Act Lapse  The New York Times Gun rights groups capitalize after judge reverses decades-old restrictions: 'Monumental'  Fox News Justice Dept. leaves in place ruling that deregulates silencers, shotguns and certain rifles  cbsnews.com

Google News·Politics·29d ago
Breaking

Where Trump's Name Will Now Be PERMANENTLY Displayed

Kennedy Center board votes to inscribe Trump’s name on building  The Washington Post Kennedy Center Board Decides to Inscribe Trump’s Name on Building  The New York Times Kennedy Center votes to restore Trump’s name and close for 2 years, challenging a judge’s order  WANE 15 Kennedy Center Board votes again to shut main building down — and add Trump's name back  NPR Kennedy Center board votes to partially close arts center during renovations and add Trump’s name to the building again  NBC News

Google News·Politics·29d ago

What Happened Yesterday That Hasn't Occurred in 16 YEARS

3 states carry out executions in a single day, first time since 2010  CBS News Tennessee executes death row inmate Darrell Hines for 1985 murder of Catherine Jenkins  WZTV Three men executed on same day in US for the first time in 15 years  The Guardian Three states prepare to execute killers Thursday in same-day event not seen since 2010  Fox News Doctor involved in past failed Tennessee execution participates in Anthony ‘Darrell’ Hines’ lethal injection  NBC News

Google News·Politics·29d ago

Who's Next After Karoline Leavitt's SHOCKING Exit From the White House

Who could replace Karoline Leavitt as White House press secretary?  CNN Karoline Leavitt, the Press Secretary Who Perfected the Art of Defending Trump  wsj.com TV Star Is Shock Frontrunner to Replace Karoline Leavitt  The Daily Beast Who will replace Leavitt? Top contenders emerge  The Hill Inside the search to replace Karoline Leavitt  Politico

Google News·Politics·29d ago

What Political Cartoonists Are Drawing That Politicians DON'T Want You to See

Every week political cartoonists throughout the country and across the political spectrum apply their ink-stained skills to capture the foibles, memes, hypocrisies and other head-slapping events in the world of politics. The fruits of these labors are hundreds of cartoons that entertain and enrage readers of all political stripes. Here's an offering of the best of this week's crop, picked fresh off the Toonosphere. Edited by Matt Wuerker.

Politico·Politics·29d ago

The CEO Shooter Is About to Make a SHOCKING Decision in Court

Luigi Mangione expected to plead guilty during Manhattan federal court hearing  NBC News Luigi Mangione could plead guilty in federal case as soon as Friday  cnn.com What to Know About Luigi Mangione’s Court Cases and Potential Plea Deal  The New York Times Mangione in Plea Talks to Resolve US Charges in Thompson Case  Bloomberg.com Luigi Mangione hearing fuels speculation of a guilty plea in federal case  The Guardian

Google News·Politics·29d ago

The White House Construction Plan Trump Just Begged SCOTUS to Save

Trump asks Supreme Court to allow White House ballroom construction to continue  NBC News Concerned about Trump’s ballroom project, Senate Democrats seek audit  The Washington Post A concrete frame and four towering walls: How Trump’s ballroom, blocked by appeals court, has taken shape  CNN Trump asks Supreme Court to intervene in fight over White House ballroom  WBAL-TV Trump asks Supreme Court to revive White House ballroom project  USA Today

Google News·Politics·29d ago

The GUILTY Plea That Just Changed Everything for America's Most INFAMOUS Suspect

Luigi Mangione is expected to plead guilty Friday to two federal stalking counts in connection with the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.

ABC News·Politics·29d ago

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The GUILTY Plea That Just Stunned America's Healthcare DEBATE

Mangione's lawyers are expected to argue his federal plea means he cannot be prosecuted in state court for Brian Thompson's slaying due to double jeopardy.

CNBC·Politics·29d ago

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The CONFESSION That Just Changed Everything About the CEO KILLING

Live updates: Luigi Mangione pleads guilty in federal case  CNN Read Mangione’s Motion Arguing Double Jeopardy in State Case  The New York Times Mangione pleads guilty in federal court, leaving fate of state trial uncertain  NPR Luigi Mangione reveals in court new details about his plans to kill United CEO Brian Thompson  NBC News Luigi Mangione expected to plead guilty at federal court hearing  NewsNation

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What He Said in Court That Made Everyone FREEZE

It marked the first time a court had heard Mangione describe how he committed a crime that garnered worldwide attention.

BBC News·Politics·28d ago

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Trump's Troubling Response to the USS Abraham Lincoln CRISIS

Trump shrugs off concerns about USS Abraham Lincoln  Axios Trump says USS Lincoln’s deployment was ‘not nearly long enough’  CNN Trump dismisses concerns from family members about grim conditions aboard USS Abraham Lincoln  NBC News Exclusive | U.S. Sending Fresh Aircraft Carrier to Middle East Amid Iran War Strain  WSJ Sen. Ruben Gallego on handling of USS Lincoln conditions: 'That's not proper leadership'  NPR

Google News·Politics·28d ago
Breaking

The CEO Killer Just Said THREE WORDS That Changed Everything

"I shot Mr Thompson in Manhattan and he died," the 28-year-old said after pleading guilty to charges of stalking resulting in death.

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DeSantis Just Turned His Back on This EMBATTLED Florida Congressman

DeSantis says he doesn’t support embattled Florida Rep. Cory Mills  Politico Endorsements: Ulrich, Dalton, Chalifoux, Razack, Pericola for Congress  Orlando Sentinel Trump reiterates endorsements for 16 Florida Republicans, omits Cory Mills amid investigations  Florida’s Voice Delegation for 8.14.26: Truth bomb — campaign support — back-to-school — Ecuador — Pope Leo  Florida Politics Gov. Ron DeSantis weighs in on Cory Mills, future in Daytona  Daytona Beach News-Journal

Google News·Politics·28d ago

What Trump's Border Work Is DESTROYING in Big Bend

‘Devastating’: bulldozers plough through Big Bend national park as Trump’s border work pushes ahead  The Guardian Bipartisan backlash grows as Trump administration begins to bulldoze Big Bend National Park for border wall  Yahoo New lawsuit seeks to stop Big Bend border wall construction  The Texas Tribune Bulldozing in Big Bend National Park Is Brazen, Even for Trump  Bloomberg.com At Big Bend National Park, bulldozers begin clearing pristine desert land for border barrier work  NPR

Google News·Politics·28d ago

What Trump Is Building BENEATH the White House That Has Everyone Talking

Trump officials ask Supreme Court to let ballroom construction continue  The Washington Post Trump asks Supreme Court to let him build ballroom, citing national security needs and architectural values  CNN Trump asks Supreme Court to allow White House ballroom construction to continue  Honolulu Star-Advertiser Trump Administration Asks Supreme Court to Greenlight White House Ballroom  The New York Times Trump brings ballroom dispute to the Supreme Court  SCOTUSblog

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After Trump’s plan to build a lavish ballroom next to the White House hit a major roadblock, the president is asking the highest court in the land to give his construction the green light once again. On Friday, the Trump administration sent an emergency filing to the Supreme Court claiming that a mandated freeze on the ballroom’s construction amounts to a national security threat. If the Supreme Court doesn’t intervene, August 21 is the last day that the project—very much underway in the chaos w

Fast Company·Politics·28d ago
Breaking

Why the CEO Killer Just ADMITTED Everything in Court

Luigi Mangione pleads guilty in federal case, admits shooting UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson  CBS News Luigi Mangione pleads guilty to federal stalking charges in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO  apnews.com Mangione Pleads Guilty in US Case, Tries to Stop Murder Trial  Bloomberg.com What to Know About Luigi Mangione’s Double Jeopardy Claims  WSJ Live Updates: Luigi Mangione Pleads Guilty in Federal Court, Admitting to Shooting UHC Executive  The New York Times

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Trump's Crime Strategy Revealed at NYC Police ACADEMY

Trump focuses on violent crime reduction as he boosts GOP candidates at New York police academy  apnews.com President Trump visits Nassau County, Long Island to support Bruce Blakeman, highlight crime drop  ABC7 New York Trump seeks to boost New York Republicans with tough-on-crime message  Politico Violent crime plummeted in 2025, with murder rate hitting 20-year low, FBI says  CBS News Street closures, heavy traffic expected for Nassau County due to Trump visit  NBC New York

Google News·Politics·28d ago
International

Hundreds VANISH as Colombia's Earthquake Rescue Turns DESPERATE

Hundreds still missing in Colombia as desperation grips earthquake rescue effort  Reuters Colombia says it will only accept rescue teams from four countries, as earthquake survival window closes  CNN Mexico says Colombia rejected its earthquake rescue team  aljazeera.com Topos Azteca, a Mexican Volunteer Rescue Group, Helps With Rescue Efforts After Colombia Earthquake  The New York Times A big earthquake reveals two very different Colombias  The Economist

Google News·International·29d ago

Putin's Island Visit Just Triggered Japan's WORST Nightmare

Putin Visits Islands Seized From Japan in World War II, Angering Tokyo  The New York Times ‘Absolutely unacceptable’: Japan condemns visit by Vladimir Putin to disputed Kuril Islands  The Guardian Japan PM Takaichi says Putin's visit to disputed Kuril islands 'absolutely unacceptable'  BBC Vladimir Putin's first visit to disputed Pacific islands draws Tokyo protest  NPR Putin pays his first visit to Pacific island chain claimed by Japan, drawing a protest from Tokyo  CNN

Google News·International·29d ago
Breaking

Nigel Farage's Political FATE Being Decided Right Now

Polls closing soon in Clacton by-election triggered by Nigel Farage  BBC Introducing Count Binface, Britain's Political Satirist Who Is Standing Against Nigel Farage  time.com Nigel Farage set for decisive but arguably empty victory in Clacton  The Guardian Beating ‘Binface’ may not save Trump ally Farage, as scandal mars populist’s image  washingtonpost.com Nigel Farage faces off against Count Binface in special election that's been denounced as a stunt  PBS

Google News·International·29d ago
Breaking

The CRUCIAL Gaza Talks Kushner Is Racing to Next Week

Kushner set to visit Israel, Egypt next week for Gaza talks  Axios Jared Kushner to visit Israel and Egypt next week with Board of Peace officials to talk Gaza  AP News Jared Kushner may visit Israel next week for talks on Gaza, source says  Reuters Kushner to Visit Israel Next Week for Talks on Gaza Peace Plan  Bloomberg.com Jared Kushner plans to visit Israel, Egypt next week for Gaza talks - report  The Jerusalem Post

Google News·International·29d ago
Breaking

Why Rescuers Are Demanding SILENCE Around Colombia's Earthquake Rubble

Rescuers call for silence around earthquake rubble as window for survival narrows in Colombia  AP News Colombia says it will only accept rescue teams from four countries, as earthquake survival window closes  CNN Israeli aid delegation departs for earthquake-hit Colombia  The Jerusalem Post Topos Azteca, a Mexican Volunteer Rescue Group, Helps With Rescue Efforts After Colombia Earthquake  The New York Times Pope Leo XIV offers prayers, financial assistance to disaster-stricken Colombia  OSV New

Google News·International·29d ago

Why Venezuela's Refugees Are Reliving Their WORST Nightmare

Colombia’s earthquake is déjà vu for Venezuelans. The government response is anything but  AP News Colombia says it will only accept rescue teams from four countries, as earthquake survival window closes  CNN A big earthquake reveals two very different Colombias  economist.com Topos Azteca, a Mexican Volunteer Rescue Group, Helps With Rescue Efforts After Colombia Earthquake  The New York Times Pope Leo XIV offers prayers, financial assistance to disaster-stricken Colombia  OSV News

Google News·International·29d ago

The UNPRECEDENTED Rain That Just Trapped Thousands at a Japanese Airport

Evacuation orders issued for 400,000 as torrential rains hit Chiba prefecture as flooding risks remain high despite rainfall easing At least four people died in eastern Japan after “unprecedented” heavy rain that left nearly 7,000 stranded at Tokyo’s Narita airport, and forced thousands to take refuge in government buildings. The torrential rains hit Chiba prefecture, east of Tokyo, on Thursday night, triggering landslide warnings and power outages. Evacuation orders were issued for more than 4

The Guardian·International·29d ago

The Wildfire Threat Now Facing Rescued ORANGUTANS in Indonesia

Blaze fuelled by hot, dry and windy conditions comes within metres of West Kalimantan rehabilitation centre Orangutans rescued from wildlife traffickers face a new threat from the record number of fires that have broken out in Indonesia in recent weeks. Flames have come within metres of an animal rehabilitation centre in West Kalimantan as hot, dry and windy conditions have been amplified by a powerful El Niño and the human-driven climate crisis. Continue reading...

The Guardian·International·29d ago

The Trump Ally Who Just Shocked Britain's Political ESTABLISHMENT

Farage stepped down last month to trigger the special vote amid controversy over his finances.

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The UNPRECEDENTED Storm That Just Stranded Thousands in Japan

‘Unprecedented’ rain kills four in Japan as thousands stranded at airport  The Guardian Japan: Record rains in Chiba kill four people as thousands stranded at Narita Airport  BBC Thousands stranded at Japan's Narita airport after record rain kills four  Reuters Torrential rain near Tokyo causes flooding and paralyzes traffic, killing 1  AP News Caution urged as 6 die in record rainfall in Chiba  nhk.or.jp

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Farage Just Won the Election HE Called—And Britain Will Never Be the Same

Nigel Farage, the leader of Reform U.K., won the Clacton by-election with 63 percent. Count Binface, his costumed main rival, came second with 27 percent, a personal best.

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The MASSIVE Drone Strike That Just Set Russia's Oil Lifeline ABLAZE

Ust-Luga Ablaze Again as 54 Ukrainian Drones Hit Russia’s Key Baltic Oil Port  Kyiv Post Russia’s Biggest Baltic Port Caught Fire After Drone Attack  Bloomberg.com Drones attack Moscow and Ust-Luga: fire breaks out at port  Українська правда Port infrastructure damaged in Ukrainian drone strike on Russia's Leningrad Oblast, governor says  The Kyiv Independent Russia reported an attack involving more than 550 drones. Fires broke out at the port of Ust-Luga and at a WB warehouse near Tver  LIGA.ne

Google News·International·29d ago

Europe's Extreme Heat Finally Has an END Date

Another Day of Extreme Heat Bakes Europe, but Relief Is on the Horizon  The New York Times Europe Is Once Again In the Grip of Extreme Heat  The New York Times Europe’s economy faces a one-two punch from extreme weather and war  CNN Britain and France swelter again as western Europe is hit by another heat wave  ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos Millions across Europe swelter under fresh wave of extreme heat  euronews.com

Google News·International·29d ago

The Embarrassing LOW-TECH Defense Russia's Using Against Ukrainian Drones

New satellite images reveal nets covering Russian submarines to protect them against Ukrainian drones. It’s a confirmation that no Moscow asset is free from Kiev’s attacks anymore, not even its prized nuclear ballistic missile submarine fleet. It is also yet another embarrassing moment for Russian President Vladimir Putin’s military forces and one more example of how, in the face of Ukrainian technological genius, the Russians need to resort to designing desperate measures as their last line of

Fast Company·International·29d ago

The Money Trail Behind Nigel Farage That Investigators Can't IGNORE

ITN Productions has set “Nigel Farage: Where Does the Money Come From?,” a one-hour documentary examining the Reform U.K. leader’s finances, to air on 5, part of the Paramount Skydance Corporation, on Aug. 22. The documentary comes amid continuing scrutiny of Farage’s finances, following the Parliamentary Standards Commissioner’s investigation into gifts made to him and […]

Variety·International·29d ago

Why Iran Just Became Vance's 'GOAL Number One'

Live Updates: UAE accuses Iran of attacks in Strait of Hormuz as Vance says cheap oil and gas are "goal number one"  CBS News 2 UAE tankers attacked while transiting Strait of Hormuz, and other news from the Middle East  AP News UAE says Iran attacked two ADNOC vessels in Strait of Hormuz; no injuries  Reuters Iran updates: New ship attacks in Strait of Hormuz  NewsNation Oil Rises After Tanker Attack in Hormuz  WSJ

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After Nine Months in Captivity, the American Missionary Is Finally FREE

Kevin Rideout, who was abducted by unknown assailants in Niamey, said to be in good health and in care of US officials An American missionary who was kidnapped in Niger in October has been released, his organisation has said According to a statement released on Friday by Serving in Mission International, Kevin Rideout “is in good health in the care of US officials” and would soon be reunited with his extended family. Continue reading...

The Guardian·International·29d ago

The Venezuela Oil Deal Linking BP to Trump's INNER Circle

Move will be one of first large-scale foreign investments in country since US ousted leader Nicolás Maduro in January BP has answered Donald Trump’s call for oil companies to help rebuild Venezuela’s fossil fuel industry with new plans to develop a large offshore gasfield. BP will partner with two oil firms with close links to the Trump administration to develop the second phase of the Loran gasfield, in one of the first large-scale foreign investments in Venezuela since the US ousted its leader

The Guardian·International·29d ago

Why Ukraine Just Targeted Russia's Answer to AMAZON

In recent weeks, Russia’s Wildberries has been in the news. Though little known in the West, Wildberries is the country’s largest e-commerce platform, with many likening it to Amazon. However, Wildberries is in the news for no reason a company wants to be: In recent weeks its warehouses have been heavily targeted by Ukraine in the ongoing conflict between the two countries. Here’s what you need to know about Wildberries and why its logistics facilities are being targeted. What is Wildberries? Wi

Fast Company·International·29d ago
Breaking

The Earthquake That Just SHATTERED an Entire Nation

Colombia grapples with rebuilding a shattered nation after a deadly earthquake  AP News A big earthquake reveals two very different Colombias  The Economist Topos Azteca, a Mexican Volunteer Rescue Group, Helps With Rescue Efforts After Colombia Earthquake  The New York Times Race to reach trapped survivors offers hope in Colombia quake zone  Reuters New Jersey mom dies trying to save daughter in Colombia earthquake: Mayor  NBC New York

Google News·International·28d ago

The Court Ruling That Could ERASE Toronto's Bike Lanes

Win is significant for region’s premier, Doug Ford, who blames protected zones as cause of city’s traffic ills The Ontario government is now free to rip out Toronto’s bike lanes on its busiest streets after the region’s top court ruled in favour of the province on Friday, overturning a lower court’s decision that decreed removing the lanes would violate constitutional rights. The win is significant for Ontario’s premier, Doug Ford, and his government, who have long railed against Toronto’s bike

The Guardian·International·28d ago
Breaking

Trump's SHOCKING Claim on a Waterway That Could Trigger CONFLICT

Trump threatens to declare strait of Hormuz ‘territory of the United States’  theguardian.com Trump says he will declare Strait of Hormuz a US territory  WFLA Iran war live: Trump says will declare Hormuz US territory ‘pretty soon’  Al Jazeera Tehran says Strait of Hormuz "under Iran's control" after Trump threatens U.S. might "keep it"  CBS News Live updates: Trump delivers remarks to law enforcement on Long Island  NBC News

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Trump's Plan to Claim a Foreign Waterway as U.S. TERRITORY

Trump says he will declare Strait of Hormuz a US ‘territory’ amid Iran war  Al Jazeera Trump says he will declare Strait of Hormuz a US territory  The Hill Iran war live: Trump says will declare Hormuz US territory ‘pretty soon’  Al Jazeera Live updates: Trump says he will declare Strait of Hormuz a U.S. territory after Iran war is over  NBC News Trump keeps saying the US controls the Strait of Hormuz. Does it?  CNN

Google News·International·28d ago
Science

The Job Your Kids Will Have That Doesn't Even EXIST Yet

Roman Chiporukha has long turned wild travel dreams into reality. Over two decades as co-owner of the luxury lifestyle firm Roman & Erica, he has orchestrated everything from the construction of a client’s superyacht to vacations in the Bahamas at a location so private that guests must sign an NDA.  The experiences earned him “the…

MIT Technology Review·Science·29d ago

5 Weird Tricks for Having a BRAIN

From the multibrained octopus to the bitty brain organoid, we’re all just inference engines making flawed bets on the future. Here are the five insights your brain will need to survive.

WIRED·Science·29d ago

The INVASION Happening Inside Your Aging Brain Right Now

Scientists have discovered that the aging human brain may be far less isolated from the rest of the body than once believed. Stanford researchers found that large numbers of immune cells from the blood begin entering the brain as early as middle age, where they can transform into microglia, the brain’s specialized immune cells. The finding overturns a long-standing assumption that these cells remain largely separate from the body’s immune system throughout life.

Science Daily·Science·29d ago

The GHOSTLY Signal Scientists Just Detected From Nuclear Reactors

Nuclear reactors may go dark, but their fuel continues producing a faint antineutrino “glow” long after shutdown. Researchers have now detected that residual signal for the first time, finding it closely matched predictions of radioactive decay inside the reactor and nearby spent-fuel pools. The breakthrough suggests antineutrino detectors could eventually monitor reactors even when they are offline.

Science Daily·Science·29d ago

The QUANTUM Breakthrough That Could Unlock Massive Computers

A tiny superconducting engine has successfully converted heat near absolute zero into useful work, demonstrating the first cyclic quantum heat engine of its kind. Future versions could operate autonomously inside quantum computers, potentially eliminating huge numbers of costly, noise-producing microwave cables.

Science Daily·Science·29d ago
Health

The SURPRISING Truth About Ozempic Before Surgery

New research shows that using a GLP-1 before bariatric surgery may not increase weight loss. coldsnowstorm · E+/Getty A new study found that using GLP-1 medications, such as Ozempic or Wegovy, before bariatric surgery was not associated with greater weight loss 12 months after the procedure. Researchers also found no significant differences in diabetes control, postoperative complications, length of hospital stay, or emergency department visits. Experts say GLP-1 medications may still provid

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The FLESH-EATING Threat Spreading Along Gulf Coast Beaches

Nearly two dozen cases of Vibrio vulnificus, known as a “flesh-eating” bacteria, have occurred in parts of Florida and Louisiana. Two people are dead. bactpadamkaz/E+/Getty Images At least 23 cases of a “flesh-eating” bacteria, Vibrio vulnificus, have been reported along the Gulf Coast in parts of Florida and Louisiana. A total of 7 people have died after developing the infection. While the illness is often mild, it can be fatal for people with a weakened immune system. The bacteria typicall

Healthline·Health·29d ago

The Grocery Store Staple That Could Be POISONING Your Family

Jalapeño peppers supplied by Taylor Farms and sold at major U.S. retailers like Whole Foods have been linked to Salmonella. anand purohit/Moment/Getty Images Several Taylor Farms products containing jalapeño peppers have been recalled due to concerns about Salmonella contamination. Whole Foods and other major U.S. retailers have issued recalls of the affected products. The recall affects prepared foods distributed across 26 states, and at least 345 cases and 36 hospitalizations have been rep

Healthline·Health·29d ago

FDA Just Approved Something That Could Change Flu Season FOREVER

The FDA approved a new mRNA flu vaccine for older adults ahead of the upcoming 2026–2027 flu season. fotostorm/E+/Getty Images The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a new mRNA flu vaccine for older adults. The new flu shot, called mFLUSIVA, was found to be effective in clinical trials in preventing serious illness in people ages 50 to 64. The vaccine was also given accelerated approval for people 65 years and older, although more research is being conducted on that age group. A

Healthline·Health·29d ago

Why Doctors Are ABANDONING BMI for This Heart Risk Predictor

Research shows that a person’s belly fat may be a better predictor of heart disease risk than BMI. ozgurcankaya/E+/Getty A new study reports that the amount of belly fat a person is carrying may be a better predictor of future heart disease risk than their body mass index (BMI).  An unhealthy waist circumference or waist-to-hip ratio may increase your risk of heart disease by up to 50%.  Speak with your healthcare professional about how to measure your waist circumference correctly and for h

Healthline·Health·29d ago

The Diabetes Connection Making Menopause UNBEARABLE for Millions

Women with type 2 diabetes or prediabetes report worse menopause symptoms, like hot flashes, a new study found. Justin Paget/DigitalVision/Getty Images Postmenopausal women with type 2 diabetes or prediabetes reported worse menopause symptoms than those without the conditions. Physical symptoms like hot flashes and joint pain were more intense among participants with diabetes or prediabetes. Mood symptoms, such as irritability, were about the same across the board. Menopause symptoms may be

Healthline·Health·29d ago

The SIMPLE Activity That Could Save AFib Patients From Stroke

Light physical activity should be integrated alongside treatment for atrial fibrillation (AFib) to improve cardiovascular health. MoMo Productions/DigitalVision/Getty Images Physical activity was associated with a lower risk of stroke and death among people with atrial fibrillation (AFib), according to new research. Even relatively low levels of exercise were linked to meaningful benefits compared with inactivity. Exercise should complement, not replace, standard AFib treatments, including m

Healthline·Health·29d ago

Doctors Said She Was TOO YOUNG—Then Came the Diagnosis at 32

After doctors initially told her she was too young to have colon cancer, Azucena Reyes (pictured above) was diagnosed with stage 3B at age 32. Photos courtesy of Azucena Reyes Colorectal cancer is rising fastest among Hispanic and Latino adults younger than 50, highlighting the importance of recognizing symptoms regardless of age. Azucena Reyes was diagnosed with stage 3B colon cancer at age 32 after doctors initially told her she was too young and did not fit the typical profile for the dis

Healthline·Health·29d ago

The PROTEIN Mistake That Could Be Stealing Years From Your Life

Recent research shows that eating less protein may slow the aging process. d3sign · Moment/Getty New research suggests reducing protein intake may support healthy aging and longevity. Protein restriction may improve metabolism, reduce inflammation, and reduce cellular damage. Protein needs vary by age, activity level, and overall health, so reducing protein intake may not be appropriate for everyone. New research suggests eating less protein — particularly certain amino acids — may support h

Healthline·Health·29d ago

The UNEXPECTED Way Ozempic Might Be Protecting Your BONES

GLP-1 medications may help lower fragility-related fracture risk in people with type 2 diabetes. OLEKSANDRA TROIAN · Moment/Getty A new study found that GLP-1 medications may help reduce the risk of fragility fractures in people with type 2 diabetes. The largest fracture reductions were seen in hip, femur, and spine fractures.  Because this is an observational study, it doesn’t prove that GLP-1 medications reduce fracture risk.  A new study reports that people with type 2 diabetes who take G

Healthline·Health·29d ago

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The UNEXPECTED Way Ozempic Is Changing People's MINDS

Studies show that GLP-1 medications may have positive effects on mental health. Image Credit: Delmaine Donson/Getty GLP-1 medications are associated with a lower risk of worsening anxiety and depression.  GLP-1 drugs may help reduce key symptoms of binge eating disorder and “food noise.”  Other surprising mental health benefits of GLP-1s include reduced impulsivity and violent behaviors.  Additionally, setting personal goals can help make GLP-1 medications more effective.  Researchers are in

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What Diabetes Patients Are Discovering About Mounjaro's HIDDEN Power

Recent research has found that the popular GLP-1 medication, Mounjaro, may help lower heart attack risk in people with type 2 diabetes. Galina Zhigalova · Moment/Getty New research suggests the GLP-1 medication Mounjaro may lower the risk of heart attack and other major cardiovascular events in people with type 2 diabetes and established heart disease. Researchers estimated that for every 70 people who started tirzepatide, one major cardiovascular event could be prevented. The findings sugge

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The DEADLY Mystery That Just Shut Down Canadian Blood Centers

Government launches investigation into potential unsafe practices at Spanish healthcare company Grifols A chain of private plasma donation clinics in Canada said Friday it is pausing collections after the deaths of two donors and a new government investigation into potential unsafe practices. Grifols, the Spanish healthcare company that runs 17 clinics across Canada and is the country’s only private clinic for plasma donation, said it informed Health Canada of its decision to temporarily pause

The Guardian·Health·29d ago
Breaking

The Common Blood Thinner That Might STOP Alzheimer's in Its Tracks

New research suggests that newer blood thinners may not only protect against strokes but also support brain health in people with Alzheimer’s. Tatiana Maksimova/Moment/Getty Images A study has found that blood thinners called NOACs may slow cognitive decline in those with Alzheimer’s. Alzheimer’s patients with AFib are prone to brain damage from “silent strokes.” However, blood thinners can help prevent the formation of the clots that cause these strokes. Experts say NOACs are safer and more

Healthline·Health·28d ago

The Simple Daily Activity That Could PREVENT Your Early Death

New research shows that choosing to take the stairs could help reduce your risk of heart disease and early death. baona · E+/Getty A major study has recently found that taking the stairs may help reduce the risk of dying from cardiovascular disease. The researchers also found that climbing stairs can reduce your risk of heart attack, stroke, and heart failure.  This adds to previous research showing that even short bursts of physical activity can have beneficial health impacts, and that just

Healthline·Health·28d ago
Sports

The Betting Cards Creating a NEW Generation of Gambling Addicts

Even before it became legal at the state level in 2018, the U.S. had the largest financial loss to sports betting in the world. Since then, Americans have wagered more than half a trillion dollars on athletics. Today, sports betting and prediction markets are ubiquitous. Point-of-sale gift cards at familiar retailers have made the habit even more accessible.  “It’s certainly concerning as an access point,” says Cait Huble, the director of public affairs at the National Council on Problem Gamblin

Fast Company·Sports·29d ago

The BILLIONAIRE Move That's Reshaping English FOOTBALL

It’s apparently a week for wealthy business moguls to buy sports clubs: Jeff Bezos, the Amazon founder who is among the richest people in the world, is acquiring a minority equity stake in Liverpool Football Club, a team in the English Premiere League. Fenway Sports Group, the majority owner of Liverpool FC, announced Friday that […]

Variety·Sports·28d ago

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The Football Season Deal DIRECTV Just Dropped to Under $50

Sports fans won’t have to rely on cable anymore to catch the big games and tournaments this fall, as streaming service DIRECTV launches a new promo for cord cutters looking to take in the action. DIRECTV has dropped the price of its MySports Genre Pack down to $49.99 for your first month of service (regularly […]

Variety·Sports·28d ago
Entertainment

What Perez Hilton Did on LIVESTREAM That Sent Him to Hospital

Perez Hilton at the inaugural Not Alone Awards at Wynn Las Vegas on November 11, 2025, in Las Vegas, NV. Denise Truscello/Getty Images for Inspiring Children Blogger Perez Hilton is under medical care after reportedly livestreaming a broadcast in which he was engaging in self-harm. Suicide prevention experts say people who are feeling emotionally overwhelmed can be more susceptible to suicidal thoughts. They say there are practical things people and those around them can do to lower the risk

Healthline·Entertainment·29d ago

The Challenge Winner's Death at 44 Leaves Fans STUNNED

Tyler Duckworth, who competed on six seasons of reality show “The Challenge” and also appeared on MTV’s “The Real World: Key West,” has died in North Dakota. He was 44. His mother, Joni, announced his death on Facebook Thursday, writing, “My son, Tyler, passed away earlier this week. Cause of death has yet to be […]

Variety·Entertainment·29d ago

The Unknown Actress Who Could STEAL the Oscar From Everyone

Variety Awards Circuit section is the home for all awards news and related content throughout the year, featuring the following: the official predictions for the upcoming Oscars, Emmys, Grammys and Tony Awards ceremonies, curated by Variety chief awards editor Clayton Davis. The prediction pages reflect the current standings in the race and do not reflect personal preferences for any individual […]

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Could Penélope Cruz Finally Win the Oscar She's Been DENIED?

Variety Awards Circuit section is the home for all awards news and related content throughout the year, featuring the following: the official predictions for the upcoming Oscars, Emmys, Grammys and Tony Awards ceremonies, curated by Variety chief awards editor Clayton Davis. The prediction pages reflect the current standings in the race and do not reflect personal preferences for any individual […]

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Troye Sivan Just Brought Nicole Kidman Somewhere UNEXPECTED

Troye Sivan has kicked off a new era with the release of his new single “She’s the Best” along with a music video co-starring Nicole Kidman. In the clip, directed by Gordon Von Steiner, Sivan holds the spotlight at a club filled with drag queens, including Sasha Colby. Kidman, a fellow Aussie, sips a drink […]

Variety·Entertainment·29d ago

The Bollywood Icon Who Just Made HISTORY Down Under

Bollywood star Rani Mukerji has been awarded an Honorary Doctor of Letters by Australia’s La Trobe University for three decades of work in Indian cinema and her contributions off screen, the university said. She is the second Indian film figure to receive the distinction, after superstar Shah Rukh Khan’s honor in 2019. “Receiving this honorary […]

Variety·Entertainment·29d ago

The Studio Launch That Could RESHAPE Global Entertainment Distribution

COL Group has launched COL AI Studios, a new entertainment vertical designed to help platforms, studios and brands develop, test and scale content beyond traditional licensing deals. The studio builds on a distribution network that now counts over 5,000 live-action titles, up from a base of just over 1,000 when the network first launched, with […]

Variety·Entertainment·29d ago

What Jimmy Fallon Just Said About the White House DEPARTURE Everyone's Talking About

Jimmy Fallon Reacts to Karoline Leavitt’s White House Exit  The New York Times Who Might Replace Karoline Leavitt as Press Secretary?  Time Magazine Karoline Leavitt, the Press Secretary Who Perfected the Art of Defending Trump  WSJ Who will be Trump's next press secretary? Expect a loyalist who will 'hit back hard'  WBFF TV Star Is Shock Frontrunner to Replace Karoline Leavitt  The Daily Beast

Google News·Entertainment·29d ago

The Asian Filmmakers Who Just Won BIG at Busan's Co-Production Fund

The Busan International Film Festival’s Asian Cinema Fund (ACF) has selected three international co-productions for its 2026 Co-Production Support Fund, backing films from directors Fukada Koji, Jakrawal Nilthamrong and Boo Junfeng with a combined KRW140 million ($100,000) in production funding. The three projects – “Grateful,” “Rhizome” and “Trinity” – were chosen from 15 submissions following […]

Variety·Entertainment·29d ago

Why Sheila Nevins Thanked Dr. Fauci at the TV Hall of Fame CEREMONY

Documentary icon Sheila Nevins — who holds the all-time record for most Emmy wins by an individual (31), thanks to her long run as president of HBO Documentary Films — had to skip Thursday night’s Television Academy Hall of Fame event, after being diagnosed with COVID and pneumonia. Instead, Nevins sent her acceptance speech via […]

Variety·Entertainment·29d ago

Why 'You Don't Belong Here' Falls Apart in Its FINAL Moments

Florin Şerban’s “You Don’t Belong Here” opens with great promise and finishes with a stupefyingly misguided coda: The lengthy minutes in between are rigorously filmed and sharply observed, but would have benefited enormously if the director wasn’t also the producer, writer and editor. Airless pauses between nearly every line of dialogue and a mostly fixed […]

Variety·Entertainment·29d ago

Why Tourists Are FLOODING Milan After This Movie Sequel

“The Devil Wears Prada 2” is making a heavenly impact on Milan. Just a few months after the theatrical release in May of the long-awaited sequel to “The Devil Wears Prada” – that was partly shot in Italy’s fashion capital that serves as a glitzy backdrop for the film’s third act – pedestrian traffic from […]

Variety·Entertainment·29d ago

San Sebastian Adds Jesse Eisenberg and More to COMPETITION Lineup

The San Sebastián Film Festival has added six films to its 2026 Official Selection, including new works from Jesse Eisenberg, Fred Cavayé, Amanda Kernell and Gabriel Martins, alongside feature debuts from Ah Biao and Tony Vahl. The titles join 10 previously announced contenders and will compete for the Golden Shell at the festival’s 74th edition. […]

Variety·Entertainment·29d ago

Golden Lion Winner Gives Voice to Pulse Nightclub SURVIVORS

It took over three decades for Macedonian filmmaker Milcho Manchevski — whose debut feature “Before the Rain” won the top award in Venice in 1994 and was Oscar nominated — to direct his first documentary. But when he first heard about the nightclub fire that took dozens of lives in North Macedonia in 2025, he […]

Variety·Entertainment·29d ago

Busan Film Festival to Honor Founder Kim Dong-ho With AWARD

Kim Dong-ho, founding festival director of the Busan International Film Festival, has been named the recipient of the 31st BIFF’s Korean Cinema Award. The honor goes to figures whose work has shaped Korean cinema and helped raise its profile abroad. Kim began his career at the Ministry of Culture and Information, now the Ministry of […]

Variety·Entertainment·29d ago

The Film That Just Got Snatched Before Festival Launch

Indie distributor Cinema Guild has acquired North American distribution rights for documentary “For The Moon” (“Car la Lune”), directed by Éric Baudelaire, that will premiere in the Currents section of the upcoming New York Film Festival. The film is a collaborative work created with five visually impaired students at the National Institute for the Young […]

Variety·Entertainment·29d ago

The Film That Makes EVERYTHING Look Erotic

“Objet a” was Lacan’s term for the lack, the absence, that sets our desires into motion; an object-cause rather than a physical object. If it were the latter, a more apt title for Ann Oren’s delicious new film would be “Object A to Z,” given the impressively vast range of things — everyday and obscure, […]

Variety·Entertainment·29d ago

The Lioness Season 3 Numbers That Just SHOCKED Paramount

The Season 3 premiere of “Lioness” hit 7.1 million viewers in its first seven days of streaming. That total, which comes from Paramount’s internal data, puts the Aug. 2 episode significantly above the audience Season 2 reached with its debut in 2024. According to preliminary data from Nielsen, “Lioness” Season 2 was the second-most-watched streaming […]

Variety·Entertainment·29d ago

Game of the Year Winner Drops to SHOCKING Price

For RPG fans who dig Persona-style turn-based action and who are pursuing games with original stories and fantastic tunes, look no further than Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. This praise might come off sounding weird, but I really like that Sandfall Interactive’s breakout hit isn’t overly long compared to RPGs it was inspired by. It’s worth buying while it’s $33.17 at Amazon (requires you to clip the coupon, originally $49.99). This is a rare opportunity to save quite a bit on one of 2025’s best

The Verge·Entertainment·29d ago

Disney+ Just Announced When You'll Finally See GROGU Return

A galaxy far, far away is about to get closer than ever. “The Mandalorian and Grogu” will be available to stream on Disney+ starting Sept. 2 after grossing $345 million worldwide in theaters this summer. That total made it the lowest grossing live-action “Star Wars” movie (below the $393 million haul of “Solo”). Directed by […]

Variety·Entertainment·29d ago

Could Nolan Pull Off the IMPOSSIBLE at the Oscars AGAIN?

Variety Awards Circuit section is the home for all awards news and related content throughout the year, featuring the following: the official predictions for the upcoming Oscars, Emmys, Grammys and Tony Awards ceremonies, curated by Variety chief awards editor Clayton Davis. The prediction pages reflect the current standings in the race and do not reflect personal preferences for any individual […]

Variety·Entertainment·29d ago

Why HBO's DC Drama Is Being OVERSHADOWED Before It Even AIRED

Of all the superheroes to give the gritty realism treatment, the Green Lantern is an odd choice. Tasked with enforcing intergalactic order with a magic ring bestowed by a group of blue aliens (before the Na’avi, there were the Guardians), the character occupies the opposite end of the tonal spectrum from Bruce Wayne stalking the […]

Variety·Entertainment·29d ago

The Gothic Romance That Just Got Horror's Biggest Names INVOLVED

In a competitive situation, Netflix has greenlit the YA romance series “Sid & Zoey.” The show hails from creator Jon Kasdan and writer John Shiban. Both also serve as executive producers and co-showrunners. Blumhouse Atomic Monster and Bad Robot also executive produce. Netflix has given the show an eight-episode order. The logline for the show […]

Variety·Entertainment·29d ago

'Yellowstone' Stars Reunite for Film That's Already Generating BUZZ

“Succession” star J. Smith-Cameron will star alongside “Yellowstone” actor Jefferson White in the upcoming independent feature film “In Our Own Sweet Way” from director, writer, and producer Jeff Rutherford.  The film recently wrapped and is being produced under Rutherford’s banner Fred Senior Films, in association with Stoner Ranch Productions, Echo & Add, and Fair Oaks […]

Variety·Entertainment·29d ago

The New Movie That Just Made $2.5 Million Before Anyone WATCHED It

Dinosaur fans are in luck because two prehistoric films, “The End of Oak Street” and “Paw Patrol: The Dino Movie,” are hitting theaters this weekend, but they’ll be no match for reigning box office champion “Spider-Man: Brand New Day.” Warner Bros.’ “The End of Oak Street,” starring Anne Hathaway and Ewan McGregor as suburbanites magically […]

Variety·Entertainment·29d ago

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The Spider-Verse Leak That Has Sony SCRAMBLING

“Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse” is the latest movie to get hit by an unauthorized leak. The trailer for the third “Spider-Verse” movie, which is scheduled to hit theaters on June 18, 2027, appeared to leak online on Twitter/X this week. Co-writer and producer Chris Miller disavowed the leak on Friday, writing “Not a fan of […]

Variety·Entertainment·29d ago

How Disney's Fan Event Became BIGGER Than Comic-Con ITSELF

D23, Disney’s official fan club, has been around for 17 years, and it’s stronger than ever. Here’s how the fan club works: It has two levels of membership. There’s the free option and there’s the gold level, which offers three plans—Essential ($49.99 per year), Choice ($119.99 per year), and Complete ($329.99)—each of which offers exclusive benefits and perks.  The fan club is also known for its biennial event, which in 2024 was renamed from D23 Expo to D23: The Ultimate Fan Event. It kicks off

Fast Company·Entertainment·29d ago

The Dim Sum WESTERN and Other Wild Films Coming to TIFF

Hong Kong film luminary Johnnie To’s “Two Gun Cohen,” based on an extraordinary true story, is among seven titles bowing in Frontières at TIFF: The Market, a standalone showcase aimed at co-producers, sales agents and buyers prospecting genre projects in Toronto this September. Frontières, the international co-production market organized by Montreal’s Fantasia Film Festival, announced […]

Variety·Entertainment·29d ago

The Movie Sequel That's Turning Viewers Into WITCHES

As “Practical Magic” fans gear up for the highly anticipated sequel reuniting Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman, Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products has unveiled the first official merchandise directly inspired by the films. Honoring both the 1998 classic and the upcoming sequel, the merchandise will include fashion, jewelry, home decor and more from partners […]

Variety·Entertainment·28d ago

The Chinese Film That Just Got Snatched Up Before Its Venice PREMIERE

Berlin-based world sales company M-Appeal has boarded “Zoom In, Zoom Out,” the debut feature from Chinese director Jie Dong, set to premiere in Venice Critics’ Week. The film follows Shi as he searches the city for his missing roommate Gao, a search that leads him to Gao’s girlfriend YY. Together, they begin piecing the fragments […]

Variety·Entertainment·29d ago

The Director Behind Your FAVORITE Tearjerker Just Passed at 97

Mark Rydell, who received a best director nomination for the Oscar-winning “On Golden Pond” and directed Bette Midler in “The Rose” and “For the Boys,” died Friday. He was 97. Midler posted about his death on her Instagram, writing, “Mark Rydell, the director or my first film, The Rose, died this morning. He was an […]

Variety·Entertainment·28d ago

Why Ken Burns Is WAITING to Tell Obama's Story

“You wake the dead.” Ken Burns offered that succinct description of his filmmaking at the Edinburgh Intl. Film Festival on Friday, where the veteran documentarian dug into the craft behind bringing history to life and made a claim for the ensemble assembled for his latest epic, “The American Revolution.” “I think this film is the […]

Variety·Entertainment·28d ago

The X-Files Movie That Was Too TERRIFYING to Make

The version of The X-Files: I Want to Believe that premiered in 2008 was not exactly the movie co-writer / director Chris Carter intended to make. Carter wanted to bring agents Mulder and Scully back to the big screen with a grisly story about faith and the supernatural. But executives at 20th Century Fox felt that Carter's ideas were too dark, and he was pushed to turn the project into a PG-13 feature. Now, almost two decades after I Want to Believe's theatrical debut, Carter is back with a new

The Verge·Entertainment·28d ago

Why This Emmy Nominee Felt Like an OSTRICH During Her Breakout Role

Kate O’Flynn found out she was an Emmy nominee and immediately went underground. “I felt like an ostrich,” she tells Variety over Zoom. “I got the news, and I was immediately overwhelmed and put my head in the sand, and then quaffed champagne. It was nuts in the best possible way.” The realization didn’t land […]

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The Spaceship From 'Project Hail Mary' You Can Now Build YOURSELF

Ryan Gosling’s interstellar ride is getting a brick-by-brick makeover. Lego has released a new “Project Hail Mary” collectible building set, turning the Hail Mary spacecraft from the sci-fi blockbuster into an 830-piece display model. The Lego Icons set is available now for $99.99 and is designed for builders ages 18 and up. Based on the […]

Variety·Entertainment·28d ago

HBO Max Just Saved the Show Everyone Thought Was DOOMED

The “Big Bang Theory” spinoff “Stuart Fails to Save the Universe” has been renewed for Season 2 at HBO Max. The news comes after the series has aired just four- episodes of its 10 episode first season. The series originally premiered at the streamer on July 23. “We’re delighted with how this hilarious, genre-bending show […]

Variety·Entertainment·28d ago

Director Reveals What Hollywood Gets WRONG About Sex Workers

We all have souls. That sentiment sits at the heart of “Pretty Babies,” Tyler-Marie Evans’ feature debut, which world premieres Friday in competition at the Edinburgh Intl. Film Festival. The project attracted Jordan Wagner from Wagner Entertainment and also independent film icon Christine Vachon’s Killer Films, who alongside star Ashley Benson took on producer roles.  […]

Variety·Entertainment·28d ago
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Amazon Is Making a Movie About THESE Stuffed Toys — And It's Real

Your moviegoing experience is about to get a lot plusher. Squishmallows, the popular collectible toys known for softness and irreverent personalities, will come to life in a new feature film. Variety can report that Amazon MGM is developing a tentpole family film around the brand, licensing rights and co-producing with creator Jazwares. The studio is […]

Variety·Entertainment·28d ago
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Hulu Just Canceled This Show After Only Two SEASONS

The comedy series “Deli Boys” has been canceled at Hulu after two seasons, Variety has confirmed. The series, which aired under Hulu’s Onyx Collective brand, starred Asif Ali, Saagar Shaikh, and Poorna Jagannathan. Fred Armisen joined the show in its second season along with Andrew Rannells, with Brian George once again appearing as Ahmad and […]

Variety·Entertainment·28d ago
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The YA Drama That DOMINATED Prime Video — What's Behind Its Success

If the YA drama “Sterling Point” has become your new hyper-fixation show, you’re not alone.Amazon reports that the coming-of-age series, from creator Megan Park, was the most-watched show on Prime Video worldwide since its Aug. 5 debut. “Sterling Point” centers on 17-year-old Annie Jacobson (Ella Rubin, best known for “The Idea of You”), who was […]

Variety·Entertainment·28d ago
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What Olivia Wilde Just Revealed at Locarno About Women in FILM

Unspooling over Aug. 5-15, this year’s Locarno Film Festival broke records for industry attendance and its temperatures, Switzerland enduring its hottest summer since records began in 1864. Led by an ebullient Olivia Wilde, charged by the breakout success of “The Invite,” Locarno Pro delivered a telling take on the world’s arthouse crunch with the sector […]

Variety·Entertainment·28d ago

Why BTS Just WALKED AWAY From the Grammys

Just two months after the Grammy Awards announced a new category for Asian pop — and just weeks after BTS announced they would not submit their music for the 2027 awards, in part because of what they feel are the limitations of this awards — the Recording Academy has signaled that it is at least rethinking the […]

Variety·Entertainment·28d ago

Why Frankie Valli Is DENYING His Own Brother's Statement

Frankie Valli is telling the world that he has not retired, contrary to reports over the last few days from multiple news outlet that took at face value a statement posted by his younger brother that his time in show business was indeed at a close. “He is not retired. This is false,” his longtime […]

Variety·Entertainment·28d ago

The UNEXPECTED Characters Coming to Disney Dreamlight Valley

Oogie Boogie, Lilo from “Lilo & Stitch”, Hannah Montana and Lizzie Maguire are all headed to “Disney Dreamlight Valley.” The Hannah Montana and Lizzie McGuire collection arrives in the cozy life-sim game Aug. 19. A brand-new Premium Shop collection inspired by Hannah Montana and Lizzie McGuire launches next week, giving players the chance style their […]

Variety·Entertainment·28d ago

How This Director Pushed George MacKay to the EDGE

For Scottish director Paul Wright, “Mission” began with a feeling. “For the first time with a film I’ve made, it was kind of tapping into a feeling,” he tells Variety. “More so than plot or story, it was just that feeling that some of us get sometimes of feeling maybe disconnected from the world and […]

Variety·Entertainment·28d ago

The Emmy Nominations That Made HISTORY for Women of Color

One of the most consequential storylines of this Emmy season involves the ones who say, “Action!” Black women hold five directing nominations across three categories this year, the most the Television Academy has ever recognized in a single cycle. Salli Richardson-Whitfield is nominated twice in drama directing, for HBO Max’s “The Gilded Age” and “Task,” […]

Variety·Entertainment·28d ago

How Top Chef's Kristen Kish Finally Found Her BEST Self

In another life, Kristen Kish might have been an astronaut. As a young child, she even went to space camp for a day. “I sat in the little simulator, and I touched all the buttons,” she recalls, her face lighting up. “I want to go to adult space camp,” she declares. And maybe, she’ll do […]

Variety·Entertainment·28d ago

Why Foo Fighters Fans Are Mourning the DEATH of Rock Music

“The radio doesn’t play songs for me anymore,” says Bob, 54, who is situated in a lawn chair, deciding between a drag from the Marlboro Red in his left hand and the Budweiser can in his right. He chooses the Bud first, a sensible move given the sun bouncing off the concrete of the endless […]

Variety·Entertainment·28d ago

Anne Hathaway's CONTROVERSIAL Demand About Dogs in Movies

Anne Hathaway told Complex during her press tour for “The End of Oak Street” that movies should be rated R if they feature dogs being killed. Moviegoers have wondered if “Oak Street” would feature dog violence ever since the film’s trailer revealed Starbuck, the trusted canine of the film’s central family (Hathaway plays matriarch Denise). […]

Variety·Entertainment·28d ago

Matthew McConaughey's Untold Story About Helping Police Catch a KILLER

Matthew McConaughey is officially back. On Friday afternoon, the revered actor descended upon Filmland, an annual film festival in Little Rock, Arkansas, to receive the Variety Legend & Groundbreaker Award as well as present a screening of his latest film, “The Rivals of Amziah King,” wherein he stars as a honey-maker who finds himself roped […]

Variety·Entertainment·28d ago

The ONE Trump Supporter Rosie O'Donnell Still Talks To

Rosie O’Donnell announced on “The Tangle” podcast (via EW) that country music singer Wynonna Judd is the only Trump supporter she speaks to these days. O’Donnell, who has been making the press rounds to support her one-woman Off Broadway show “Common Knowledge” and her upcoming guest hosting stint on “Jimmy Kimmel Live,” has been publicly […]

Variety·Entertainment·28d ago

Megan Thee Stallion Just Made a Move That Changes Her ENTIRE Career

Megan Thee Stallion has announced a new partnership with Interscope Records, which will handle the global distribution of her music, among other strategic support. As part of the newly inked deal, the rapper will continue on as an independent artist in complete control and ownership of her masters and publishing. Interscope will provide global distribution […]

Variety·Entertainment·28d ago
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The Editor Behind 'Field of Dreams' Has DIED at 82

Ian Crafford, who edited notable films including John Boorman’s “Hope and Glory” and “Field of Dreams,” died July 22 of cancer at his home in Brazil. He was 82. Born in Hemel Hempstead, U.K., Crafford started working at Elstree Studios at the age of 17 and enjoyed it so much he never returned to school, […]

Variety·Entertainment·28d ago
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Why the 'Beef' Creator ABANDONED His Tom Brady Heist Plot

Lee Sung Jin learned about “Beef’s” latest Emmy haul all at once. The second season of Netflix’s genre-bending anthology earned 16 nominations, the most of any limited or anthology series this year. The major recognition also made Lee the first Asian television creator to receive multiple nominations in writing, directing and producing for the same […]

Variety·Entertainment·28d ago
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Lindsay Clancy's Search History Just Revealed What Police FEARED Most

Lindsay Clancy murder trial hears testimony from Massachusetts State Police investigators about search history  CBS News Lindsay Clancy trial Day 13 recap: Jury hears computer searches, cellphone data  NBC Boston Lindsay Clancy searched 'can you treat a sociopath' prior to killing children: Investigator  ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos ‘I can’t do it’: Lindsay Clancy breaks down during autopsy testimony  Boston Herald Lindsay Clancy trial Day 13: Investigators detail text messag

Google News·Other·29d ago

The Storms BATTERING the Midwest Right Now Are Worse Than Expected

What We Know About the Storms Battering the Midwest  The New York Times Severe thunderstorm watch issued for parts of Chicago area as more storms loom  NBC 5 Chicago August 11, 2026: Derecho produces widespread wind damage and tornadoes across northern Illinois and northwest Indiana  National Weather Service (.gov) Thursday forecast: Another day of unsettled weather to bring next round of showers, thunderstorms to Chicagoland  WGN-TV Tornado damage Illinois: Cleanup continues amid power outages

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Why Your Brain Is Making WORSE Decisions Every Day

Over the years, I have taught a lot of classes on creativity, and I once had a student ask me whether it would benefit their creativity if they took a different route to work each day. While changing up your environment can create serendipitous engagements with things that might spur a new idea, changing up your daily commute would mostly make you spend time and effort thinking about how you get to work when that time could be better spent in other ways. More generally, you have a limited amount

Fast Company·Other·29d ago

Acer Promo Codes: 40% Off

From 40% off accessory bundles to verified student and military discounts, here's how to save on Predator, Nitro, and Swift laptops and monitors at Acer.com.

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Lawmakers and families raise concerns about conditions aboard USS Lincoln, as the U.S.-Iran war drags on, Iranians seek a break from the conflict, Russian-held Crimea faces Ukrainian drone campaign.

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The University Degree That Has Academia FURIOUS About the Future of Education

Ask a teen what they want to be when they grow up, and there’s a fair chance being an influencer is on their list. Digital media and the people who star in it have been cultural mainstays for teens’ entire lives, so creating social media, video or podcast content seems a natural, albeit nontraditional, career path. And now they can earn a college degree in that very field. Arizona State University recently launched a new bachelor’s degree in content creation, offered through its Walter Cronkite

Fast Company·Other·29d ago

Why Parents Could Soon Face JAIL TIME Over Their Kids' E-BIKES

As traumatic injuries and deaths surge among children involved in crashes on e-bikes and other electrified vehicles, one California prosecutor is cracking down by pursuing criminal charges against some of the young riders’ parents. It is just one way officials across the country are trying to tackle the growing issue, while families navigate a patchwork of local laws and guidance on what kind of souped-up cycles and scooters are safe or even legal for their kids to ride. New York City’s mayor re

Fast Company·Other·29d ago

The Bizarre History Behind Why We Measure Time the Way We DO

It flies. It heals all wounds. It can be of the essence, and it can be money. We thrill in the best of it, lament the worst. We’re warned not to waste it, since we can’t turn it back — even as we try to make up for when it’s lost. And probably more than anything when it comes to time, most of us try to manage it — in our everyday lives and on a global scale, from the biology of our circadian rhythms to what constitutes a work day. Clocks. Calendars. Pendulums. Hourglasses. Sundials. Time zones.

Fast Company·Other·29d ago

The WILDFIRE That's Now Threatening Over 500 Homes in Big Sur

Timber Fire passes 4,500 acres, threatens 503 structures in Big Sur as evacuations remain  KSBW Timber Fire Threatens California’s Big Sur Region: What to Know  The New York Times Relentless cycle of disaster has Big Sur in crisis again: ‘You really have to fight to be here’  Los Angeles Times Lightning forces firefighter retreat as wildfire threatens popular California camping destination  KTLA UPDATE: Big Sur Timber Fire grows, but containment up  The Mercury News

Google News·Other·29d ago

The Two Soldiers Killed in a Texas Crash Nobody Saw Coming

2 soldiers killed in Texas military helicopter crash identified  NBC News Fort Hood identifies soldiers killed in Salado Apache helicopter crash  KCENTV.com Army temporarily halts Apache helicopter training missions after Texas crash that killed 2  10TV Army temporarily grounds all Apache helicopter flights after fatal crash  ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos US Army grounds all Apache helicopter training missions after deadly crash in Texas  CNN

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