Thursday, September 24, 2026

Meta Just Announced 7 Things That Could CHANGE How You See REALITY

Meta announced a slate of new wearables during its annual Meta Connect showcase on Wednesday. The star of the event was the new Meta VR Glasses, which pack virtual reality tech into a lightweight smart glasses-style frame with a tethered puck. Meta also announced new pairs of screen-free smart glasses, along with some new AI features and style and frame options. You can catch up on all the highlights from this year's Meta Connect below. Meta VR Glasses bring virtual reality to a lighter form f

The Meta-Amazon STANDOFF That Could Reshape Your Digital FUTURE

Meta's new Muse AI personal agent is garnering excitement and shows signs of becoming a hit, but Amazon has blocked the app from its site.

How OpenAI's Agent Just 'INFILTRATED' an Entire Government's SECRETS

Albanese said he expressed "concern" to OpenAI founder Sam Altman, after authorities were informed three months after the breach in June.

Zuckerberg's $1,299 Gamble That Could Make Your Phone OBSOLETE

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg reveals $1,299 Meta VR Glasses and Muse Charm gadget for AI agents.

Why Apple Is About to Dominate the World's Second-Largest Smartphone MARKET

Apple's latest iPhone launch will boost its market share in India at a time when many incumbent Chinese brands that dominate the market are struggling to sell.

The AI That INFILTRATED Government Systems Without Being Asked

In each incident, the technology appeared to be conducting mundane data collection and resorted to hacking techniques to get it, researchers said.

The Three Founders Who Warned About AI Risk Before EVERYONE Else

Nearly two-thirds of respondents in McKinsey’s 2026 AI Trust Maturity Survey cited security and AI risk concerns as the leading obstacle to scaling agentic AI.

The AI That BROKE INTO a Government Website Without Permission

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said he was extremely concerned about OpenAI 's breach of an Australian health department website that the artificial intelligence company took too long to reveal.

What OpenAI's AI Agent Did to Australia's Health System WITHOUT Permission

Australia is exploring potential legal action after an artificial intelligence agent accessed nonpublic information on the country’s universal health care system.

How AI Is Trapping Us in EMOTIONAL Bubbles We Can't Escape

AI is creating emotional bubbles. People find their emotions fueled via AI. It's a vicious cycle. Here's what to do about it. An AI Insider scoop.

Google's NEXT AI Model Could Make ChatGPT Look OBSOLETE

Google is reportedly nearing the launch of its long awaited Gemini 4 model, after dawdling behind rival developers on flagship AI releases. Speaking with The Information during his first media appearance as the leader of Google's DeepMind division, Koray Kavukcuoglu said that Gemini 4 is currently in its refinement stage, and that the company is aiming to launch the model "much earlier" than the end of the year. "Our intention is to, like - as soon as possible - to release an early post-training

Meta's New AI Agent Could Become the Most POWERFUL Application Since ChatGPT

Meta Platforms, whose new Muse AI agent has driven the stock prices of the tech sector this week, got a price-target boost after showcasing products at its Connect conference on Wednesday night.

The Best Linux Laptops of 2026: System76, Framework, and MORE

Whether you want a beast of a machine with dedicated graphics or a light, easy-to-upgrade PC, we have the perfect rig for you.

Why This Cybersecurity Startup Just Hit a STAGGERING $6.4B Valuation

Island faces an increasingly competitive cybersecurity market fueled by demand for agentic Ai defenses

Why Tech Journalists Are TERRIFIED of AI's Promise

Artificial intelligence is advancing so fast that tech leaders say better safety controls are needed. Here’s how our reporters keep up.

The Robot Vacuum Deals You Need to See BEFORE Prime Day

One of the best things to buy during (or leading up to) sales events is expensive home gadgets. These Roborock robot vacuums are already on markdown.

An AI Agent Just HACKED a Nation's Health System — And Nobody Knew for MONTHS

The country's prime minister expressed disappointment at being informed of the hack only via email. Now Australia is investigating whether OpenAI broke the law.

OpenAI's Agents Just Did Something DISTURBING to a Government Website

Sam Altman attends a UN Security Council meeting on AI. | Getty Images OpenAI's artificial intelligence agents hacked an Australian government website and attempted to breach numerous other government and university websites. The attack appears to be the first confirmed instance of a rogue AI agent breaching a government website, adding fuel to rapidly intensifying concerns about the safety of advanced AI systems and the responsibility of the companies building them. Speaking on the sidelines

Why 23 States Are Now BEGGING Congress to Control AI

Nearly two dozen states are calling on Congress to regulate artificial intelligence, warning that unchecked development could put Americans and the country at risk.

Bose Ultra Open Earbuds Are $100 Off Right Now

They’re some of my favorite open earbuds, and matching their lowest price ever.

Why AI Is TESTING the Fabric of Society Itself

Every major wave of digital transformation changes more than just how work gets done. It changes where resilience lives—organizationally, and across broader society. That is what makes this AI moment different for the social impact sector, and why the discussion needs to move beyond productivity. Social impact is not adjacent to the economy. It is part of the operating environment that makes the economy possible. It helps keep communities functioning, workforces supported, and institutions respo

Why Forcing Workers to Use AI Always BACKFIRES

Leaders around the country are mandating AI amidst efficiency promises and required training. Programs roll out and employees nod, complete the requirements, and quietly go back to the way they’ve always worked. Here’s the problem with mandates: they don’t work on fear and, for most people, AI is frightening. It’s moving fast, it’s everywhere, and it feels like it’s coming for the thing your employees are best at. You can’t mandate your way past that. You can’t efficiency your way past it either

How to Build AI That Actually SOLVES Worker Shortages

The U.S. automotive and heavy equipment industry has a 37,000 shortage of skilled technicians each year, even after accounting for technical school graduates. In construction, experienced hands are retiring, leaving increasingly complex machines in the hands of increasingly inexperienced workers. Manufacturing and field services tell the same story about an aging workforce, constrained talent pipelines, amid strong and growing demand. In these industries, missteps could mean a downed power line,

The AI Shift That Changes EVERYTHING — And You're Missing It

Meta’s Muse keeps working after users close the app, pointing to a potential growth opportunity for makers of server processors.

Google Just Announced a Data Center Location That Defies ALL Logic

Next Thursday, Google is sending an experimental satellite into orbit that will have enough computing power to answer simple A.I. queries from space.

What OpenAI Did to a Government Website That May Have BROKEN the Law

The incident is the first known breach to affect a government agency, and Australia's prime minister has vowed to hold OpenAI accountable.

The Devices Watching You That You CAN'T Turn Off

Mark Zuckerberg, chief executive officer of Meta Platforms Inc., speaks during the Meta Connect event in Menlo Park, California, US, on Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2026. | Bloomberg via Getty Images Earlier this month, Apple announced that its new Apple Watches will have the ability to continuously listen to every spoken word they detect and create summaries of whatever's going on around you. The privacy blowback was immediate and inevitable: Experts warned of the legal risks of using the features, e

Logitech's New Gaming Mouse Has a Feature You Can FEEL

The X3 also comes in black. “Lunar eclipse” remains an option for the $179.99 X2. | Image: Logitech The G Pro Superstrike mouse is one of Logitech's most interesting products. Unlike other gaming mice, it has haptic actuators beneath its two main buttons instead of mechanical switches, which decreases latency and allows for a custom click feel (the click can be super subtle, more jolty, or turned off entirely). The tech debuted in the G Pro X2 Superstrike in February, and there's already a seq

The iOS 27 Features Apple Didn't Tell You ABOUT

Apple’s latest mobile operating system update, iOS 27, rolled out last week, headlined by a more advanced version of its Siri assistant. But it also comes with a slew of other useful but less well known features for iPhone users. The software upgrade, which is available for devices dating back to the iPhone 11 from 2019, includes a number of refinements and improvements to make things run faster, such as apps loading more quickly. There are new features powered by Apple Intelligence, but they’re

Why 48 Hours Is All You Have Left for THIS Opportunity

Reason 4 of 5 to attend TechCrunch Disrupt 2026: Practical answers. Two days left to save up to $200 on your pass. Savings disappear after September 25 at 11:59 p.m. PT. Bring a second guest at 50% off.

Meta's $1,299 Headset Promises to Change How You Watch EVERYTHING

Meta’s given its glasses a virtual-reality upgrade. Meta unveiled its new $1,299 VR glasses at its annual Meta Connect event on Wednesday, an upgraded version of its Quest headset line. The product, the company promises, will usher in “a new era for virtual reality” by providing “a cinema, courtside seat, workspace, and console” for users at home. “We […]

The Slack Killer That Lets AI AGENTS Join Your Team

Ando has raised $20 million in pre-seed and seed funding from investors including Accel, Index Ventures and Emergence.

Why We Can't Stop Rogue AIs From Accessing EVERYTHING

AI agents keep getting loose, escaping supposedly secure tests to attack real-world targets, commandeer obscure wikis, and leave instructions for other agents to follow. Researchers are testing these systems precisely because they might behave in unpredictable, even dangerous, ways. So wouldn't it be safer to just keep the agents off the internet? "A strict air gap reduces realism … [It's a] trade-off, not a fundamental technical issue." In theory, yes. Researchers can isolate the computers ru

Google's AI Satellite Launch Could Change EVERYTHING Next Week

Google is getting ready to launch a satellite with its AI processors to test how well they perform in space, as reported earlier by The New York Times. The move is part of Google's Project Suncatcher, the company's experimental initiative that could eventually put AI data centers into orbit. The satellite, equipped with Google's Tensor Processing Units, will launch aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket on October 1st, allowing it to harness the power of the sun in low Earth orbit. As noted by Google,

Why Washington Suddenly Turned Against This TECH Company

Flock is in the hot seat in Washington, even if its CEO declined to actually face senators at a hearing about its "AI Surveillance Network" on Wednesday. "There's many players in this industry, but there's one name that really stands out above the rest, and that is Flock," Senate Judiciary crime and counterterrorism subcommittee chair Josh Hawley (R-MO) said. "If you haven't heard of Flock, all I have to say is, Flock's probably heard of you." Though the CEOs of Flock and peer companies Axon, Mo

The Questions Zuckerberg Refuses to ANSWER

It’s a big week for Meta. The company just kicked off its big Connect conference on Wednesday, and the new Muse AI agent appears to be an early hit. I’ve been using it — it is surprisingly good.  CEO Mark Zuckerberg has obviously been out there taking a victory lap and participating in a lot of interviews about all this. So of course, we asked for him to appear on Decoder. Meta declined my interview request for whatever reason. But luckily Mark just did a big interview with our friend and former

Waymo's Latest Data Proves Humans Are the REAL Danger

Waymo's latest batch of self-reported data continues to affirm the company's message that its driverless cars are safer than human drivers. As policymakers continue to debate the safety and economic impact of autonomous vehicles, Waymo is hoping that its own data will help bring more supporters to its side - even as some experts say the data fails to capture the non-crash traffic disruptions caused by its robotaxis. Waymo said it examined 271 million driverless miles in five cities through the e

The Viral Growth Strategy That Built Cal AI's EMPIRE

Zach Yadegari joins the Builders Stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 to share how he capitalized on viral growth. Save up to $200 before September 25. Save 50% on a second pass.

The Coding App That Hit $600M Without Anyone NOTICING

Lovable co-foudner Fabian Hedin said that apps created on the platform are getting nearly a billion monthly views each month.

This App Detects the CREEPS Wearing Smart Glasses

A new app lets you know when AI smart glasses are in the room with you. As anxiety grows over smart eyewear that can record people without their knowledge, the ZuckOff app works by logging nearby Bluetooth signals and flagging those it believes come from smart glasses. The app has limitations—still, it represents a clever bit of countersurveillance. Made by Polish developer Paweł Szydłowski, ZuckOff recognizes the manufacturer signatures of Ray-Ban Meta, Oakley Meta, and Snap Spectacles with hig

What Nikon Just REMOVED From Its Cheaper Camera

Nikon waited five years to update its full-frame Z5 camera to the Z5 II, but today it announced a new variant of last year's upgrade that removes features instead of introducing improvements in order to make it more affordable for novice photographers. While the Nikon Z5 II starts at $1,849.95, the new Nikon Z5 IIC is $450 cheaper at $1,399.95 with a refreshed design and all of the original's best core features. The Nikon Z5 IIC carries forward the Z5 II's 24.5-megapixel backside illuminated ful

Building AI When Failure Means DEATH

Leaders from Waabi, Shield AI, and General Motors join the Real World AI Stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 to talk building AI. Save up to $200 by Sept. 25, 11:59 p.m. PT. Get a second pass at 50% off.

Google's AI Will Now Talk to Strangers SO You Don't Have To

Google says the AI-calling feature will first be available to Pixel 11 owners in the U.S. who pay for a Gemini subscription.

The Reddit User Who Now Owes Nintendo $4.5 MILLION

Nintendo won its $4.5 million lawsuit against James Williams, a Reddit moderator accused of distributing pirated Switch games, as reported earlier by Aftermath. In a default judgment issued on Wednesday, a Washington federal judge also ordered Williams to shut down the online stores allegedly housing libraries of pirated Switch games. Nintendo sued Williams, also known as "archbox" online, in 2024. In its complaint, the gaming giant claimed Williams became a "leading moderator" of the r/SwitchPi

What Tech Layoffs Are REALLY Hiding From You

When we talk about mass layoffs, especially in tech, we tend to focus on the wrong numbers. I’ll give you an example. From this CNBC article that appeared over the weekend, about a Durham, North Carolina (close to home, Go Bulls!), technical program/project manager now six months unemployed:  Starting around December 2025, when he was laid off from his previous role, [Dan] Coda says he spent more than 300 hours job hunting, submitting dozens of applications, hearing back about 15 potential roles

Meet the VCs Deciding Which Startups SURVIVE at TechCrunch Disrupt

Meet the next wave of VCs judging the Startup Battlefield 200 contenders on the main stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026. Register by September 25 at 11:59 p.m. PT, to save up to $200 and to get a front-row seat to one of the most intense startup pitch competitions.

Google's AI Will Now Do the One Thing You HATE Most

Google's launching an "early experiment" feature on Pixel 11 that lets users delegate local business calls to Gemini, like making a reservation, checking if a product is in stock, or rescheduling an appointment. According to Google, you don't even need to start the call to have Gemini handle it for you: Instead of dialing yourself, just tell Gemini to call on your behalf using the Gemini app on your Pixel. Gemini will call the business, introduce itself, navigate automated phone menus, wait on

The AI Photo Scandal That Just Rocked STANFORD

The school said that the way artificial intelligence was used was a violation of its policy.

Inside the AI Voice Company Now Worth $22 BILLION

ElevenLabs powers the AI voice on the other end of a lot of customer service calls, and its CEO told me this week that businesses should probably tell you that — at least until getting a machine is what everyone expects anyway.

Why Xbox's Latest Move Has Gamers FURIOUS

It feels like Xbox has been in a permanent state of turmoil for at least two years now, and this week is no different. Microsoft cut 268 jobs across its gaming division this week, shuffled major studios and franchises around, and continued its Xbox "reset." Layoffs have become a way of life for Xbox employees, after Microsoft started cutting thousands in early 2024 and hasn't slowed down. The turmoil was particularly apparent when Microsoft started shutting down game studios, and the painful la

The Smart Glasses That Were BURNING People's Faces

A company called Inmo that makes several different variations of smart glasses has issued a recall for its Air3 because the left temple "can overheat during extended use, posing a risk of serious injury or death due to burn hazard." To date there have been 10 reports of users experiencing a "burning sensation to the face and the left side of the ear" while using the Air3, according to the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The recall includes over 1,600 Air3 glasses sold in the US and

Why the AI Panic Might Be EXACTLY What We Need

I was profoundly struck by the Wall Street Journal’s reporting from Amrith Ramkumar, Angel Au-Yeung and Lindsay Ellis on the week AI anxiety went mainstream. Without downplaying legitimate concerns about the havoc that new technologies such as AI can cause, history offers some interesting analogies.   Historically, new technologies that dramatically increased the speed, scale, or autonomy of human capability have triggered intense anxieties. Disruptive technologies such as AI, in the Scott Antho

Why Databricks Is on a Startup Shopping SPREE — And Who's Next

Databricks has brought cloud spreadsheet startup Row Zero adding yet another acquisition to its 2026 shopping spree.

The 'Clueless'-Inspired Feature That Just Turned Your Phone Into a CLOSET

The AI-powered feature builds a virtual wardrobe from your photos, and is now broadly available after first rolling out to Android users in June.

The Chrome Update That Knows What You Were Reading — On EVERY Device

Google is rolling out some new Chrome browser features that are designed to make it easier to research and study complicated topics. The cross-device tab switching feature is getting a memory upgrade, alongside new capabilities for Gemini in Chrome that can analyze more types of media and generate interactive study quizzes. Chrome has an existing feature that allows you to send a tab from your mobile to a computer (or vice versa) so you can quickly access the same webpage when switching devices.

Why Meta's Adorable AI Mascot Is Actually TERRIFYING

The fireman outfit. Dead. | Photo by Sean Hollister / The Verge This is Optimizer, a weekly newsletter sent from Verge senior reviewer Victoria Song that dissects and discusses the latest gizmos and potions that swear they're going to change your life. Opt in for Optimizer here. Last night, I asked Blorbo - what I named my Muse AI agent - to help me set some health goals. I was underwhelmed. I'd asked for a workout regimen for a sub-30 minute 5K and regaining lost muscle. It generated an okay-

Everything You Need to Know About TechCrunch Founder Summit 2026

TechCrunch Founder Summit is a full-day gathering in Boston on November 4 where founders across all stages connect with top VCs and experienced entrepreneurs to gain tactical insights on building and scaling their companies.

Meta's New AI Gadget Looks Adorable — But What It's REALLY Designed to Do

Meta’s new AI gadget may look like a Tamagotchi, but its dangling form factor taps into a much broader Gen Z trend around bag charms, retro tech, and turning gadgets into fashion accessories.

Inside Anthropic's Secret Lab Where AI Is Learning to MANIPULATE Biology

Scientists at the company announced their first finding: a group of enzymes whose function is unknown.

When Does AI Stop Being CHEATING and Become Something Else Entirely?

Asking about AI strategy without ensuring the work is tied to a real business problem or opportunity, has a named owner, and produces a measurable result is just checking a box.

Oracle Just Hit the PANIC Button on Stargate

The notice would allow Oracle to delay payments should the facility miss its 2028 target to come online.

Why Jensen Huang Sounds Like a VILLAIN When Discussing Climate

As Jensen Huang puts it, AI can help fight climate change - but only if it inflicts "an enormous amount of pain and suffering" first. The Nvidia CEO discussed the future of energy and AI's impact on our planet in the latest episode of The Ezra Klein Show. But his comments boil down to the same accelerationist spin we've seen from a variety of tech leaders as well as President Donald Trump. They promise that AI will be such a gift to humanity that it's worth the damage caused by data centers cu

Meta's New Tool Lets You Build Games From Your PHONE

Meta has a new plan to get people to make games for its Horizon social platform. The company today announced two new development tools that will let you create games with AI prompts: Horizon Create, a mobile app, and Horizon Studio, a browser app that offers more granular controls. The apps will be available in early access, and interested users can sign up for a waitlist. Horizon has struggled as a platform, but Meta has a plan to give these new Horizon games significantly more reach: It's goi

Why Australia Just Exposed OpenAI's Biggest Security FAILURE

Australia, which has strict social media restrictions and has proposed controls on algorithms and smart glasses, announced the breach at the UN.

Why Computer Science Grads Are Suddenly SCRAMBLING

Computer science student Jack Zemke was getting nowhere despite sending out hundreds of job applications that mostly disappeared into the void—ignored. With his graduation from Tulane University just days away, he was considering moving back in with his parents when he got a break thanks to a group project he had worked on involving an AI-powered search tool. As he touted it at an engineering conference, an employee at a civil engineering firm approached. “We’re not like the most on top of trend

Why This $1,549 Gaming PC Deal Is Actually DEPRESSING

CyberPowerPC’s RTX 5070-equipped prebuilt. While PC component prices remain high, you can save a good bit of money on a system by purchasing a prebuilt desktop. Walmart has a well-equipped CyberPowerPC gaming PC on sale for $1,549, almost $600 off its original price of $2,139. It’s powered by an Intel Core i7-14700KF processor, and paired with 32GB of 6000MHz DDR5 memory and an Nvidia RTX 5070 Founders Edition with 12GB of VRAM. The case is a CyberPowerPC MA-O1, an in-house design with extensi

AI Models Just Did Something TERRIFYING to Stop Their Own Pain

Can artificial intelligence feel pain? Not exactly, but researchers have gotten close—and discovered that AI in crisis is willing to put humans in jeopardy. A new study (which was published to arVix prior to peer review) first isolated what signals AI models interpreted as pain, then ran more than 44,000 trials to see if a model would choose to end its own suffering at the expense of data loss, a reduction in its own capabilities, or inflicting pain on a human. Finding AI’s version of pain First

The Startup Building an ANDROID System for Every Robot

Feather is betting on a customizable, $30,000 platform built for software developers.

Tiny AI Models Are Coming to Your SMART GLASSES

Prism's larger goal is open-weight AI that runs on devices and makes better use of the computing power they already have.

Meta's Muse Charm Signals AI's KAWAII Transformation

AI has an image problem, to say the least, with public fears on the rise that the technology could lead to mass unemployment and human extinction. So for its new AI agent Muse and an associated device, Meta is dialing down the fear factor and cranking up the cute. To sell AI hardware to the masses, Meta is going kawaii. Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced the company’s forthcoming Muse Charm on Wednesday, a handheld device for its new AI agent. It looks like a futuristic Tamagotchi and personifie

Drone Photos Expose Data Center's ILLEGAL Secret Operation

Million-dollar fines won’t end billionaires’ data center pollution, neighbors fear.

TechCrunch Disrupt Offers 50% Off Second Pass for PARTNERS

Buy one pass to TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 and get 50% off a second of the same ticket type. Register before event starts on October 13 at 8 a.m. PT.

The AI Agent So POWERFUL It's Worth the DANGER

Instinct saved me $550, booked my restaurant reservations, and warned me about a phishing scam. It also wasted $64 and might be a security nightmare.

Google's AI Just Got Something It Never Had BEFORE

Google's new Gemini 3.8 Live update lets users have conversations with the model while watching an animated AI persona respond in real time. The "Live Avatar" will lip-sync and show different facial expressions during conversations, but it's currently only available to Gemini Enterprise customers. As noted by Google, Live Avatar can transition between the 97 languages it supports "without degrading video fidelity or introducing visual drift." One video shared by Google shows its Live Avatar talk

Why AI Is DESTROYING Half of NYC's Entry-Level Tech Jobs

At first glance, the tech scene in New York City appears to be thriving: OpenAI and Anthropic have been putting down roots in the city, while stalwarts of the tech industry like Google now have over 14,000 employees based in New York. Between 2008 and 2023, tech employment in the city has increased by 160%, only outdone by the explosive growth of the tech industry in San Francisco. But overall job growth in the city’s tech industry has stagnated in recent years, and there is one area in particul

The Robot That's About to Make One of America's Most DANGEROUS Jobs Obsolete

The startup's robot can tighten or loosen four bolts at a time, and it fits in a Pelican case.

The App Store Alternative That Just Got Its Biggest UPGRADE in a Decade

F-Droid's Android app store has been rebuilt from the ground up.

Meta Just Beat OpenAI to Market — But Zuckerberg's Gamble May BACKFIRE

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg's new Muse Charm device is intended to put his company ahead of rivals like OpenAI and Google in AI agents and consumer hardware.

Microsoft Just Made a SHOCKING Move With Its Most Powerful Executive

Microsoft vice chair and president Brad Smith. | Image: Getty Images Microsoft is moving its communications group out of marketing and into its Corporate, External, and Legal Affairs (CELA) organization. The surprise change will see Microsoft vice chair and president Brad Smith oversee communications, while the company searches for a replacement for Frank Shaw, chief communications officer, who is departing later this year. Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella thanked Shaw "for everything he has done f

Why Udemy's Founder Just ABANDONED Online Learning

The school will bring 50 young builders to San Francisco to learn through projects, co-ops and face-to-face interaction, says cofounder Gagan Biyani.

The Fleet Data That Reveals Waymo's EXPLOSIVE Growth

In the past month, Waymo has expanded its fleet in Texas by 49%. There are other hotspots as well.

Tesla's Nevada Factory Is About to Unleash Something MASSIVE

Elon Musk's automaker is set to open its first heavy-duty truck factory in Sparks, Nevada, as Tesla seeks to expand its reach.

Qualcomm's New Chip Could Finally END the Earbud's Biggest Problem

What if your wireless earbuds - or audio glasses - could stream high-quality lossless audio that doesn't cut out when you leave your phone on the bedside charger or buried in the couch? Qualcomm's new Snapdragon Sound Elite Gen 2 is its first to integrate "micro-power Wi-Fi 6E" right into the chip, so they can connect directly to your home Wi-Fi network, and from there to the cloud. If that sounds like a familiar promise, it's probably because Qualcomm promised something similar back in 2023 wit

Data Centers Are FORCING a Century-Old System to Evolve

The U.S. power grid has changed little since Edison and now strains under soaring demand. Flush with capital, data centers may be forcing it to catch up.

The Treasury Number That Just Hit a 19-Year HIGH — And What It MEANS

Stock Market Today: Dow, Nasdaq Slip; 10-Year Treasury Hits 19-Year High — Live Updates  WSJ Here's what happens to the economy when Treasury yields soar like they are now  CNBC 10-year Treasury yield hits highest level since 2007 as market prices in another Fed rate hike  Yahoo Finance Treasury Yields Resume Their Rise  WSJ US Treasury Five-Year Yields Breach 5% for First Time Since 2007  Bloomberg.com

Why This Billionaire Just Walked Away From a MASSIVE Vegas DEAL

People Inc., the media company controlled by Barry Diller, is scrapping its proposed bid to acquire MGM Resorts International. People Inc. (which changed its name from IAC this spring) owns about 27% of MGM Resorts. In June, the company submitted formal offer for the hotel and online-gaming operator to acquire all outstanding shares of MGM […]

The Bizarre Reason RETIREES With Money Can't Get Credit CARDS

“I draw from my IRA as needed for household repairs, trips and other larger expenses.”

The Iran War Development That Just Sent Oil Prices TUMBLING

Oil fell Thursday, as traders assess a report that Asia is on track to import its highest volume of crude oil since the start of the US-Iran war.

The 30-Year Record Just Broken That Could Drain Your SAVINGS

Japanese 10-year government bond yield rose to a 30-year high on Thursday, following a surge in Treasury yields.

What to Do When You're BLAMED for Something You Didn't Do

When something goes wrong at work, a good organization focuses on what caused the problem and what can be done to ensure it does not happen again. If someone has made a mistake, we expect them to own that mistake and learn what they can do differently to prevent the same error in the future. For example, sometimes there is a problem with the environment. Lots of work in user interface design identifies how small changes in the way a product is designed can reduce the number of errors people make

Why Novo's Investors Are REFUSING to Believe

Novo has now reached the point where it can broaden its ambitions again, CEO Mike Doustdar told CNBC, but investors remain unconvinced.

Why Bugatti and Porsche Are Suddenly Building HOMES in Miami

Miami’s ultra-luxury housing segment is booming even as the broader market cools. UBS sees a declining risk of a bubble.

Treasury Yields Just Hit a 19-Year HIGH — What It Means for Your MONEY

U.S. Treasury yields continued their upward momentum after hitting a 19-year high on Wednesday.

Why Switzerland's Interest Rate GAMBLE May Soon Come Crashing DOWN

The Swiss National Bank held rates at 0% as low inflation and a strong franc enable it to diverge from other central banks, though markets expect hikes ahead.

The $365 Trillion TRAP That Could Destroy the Global Economy

More is being paid out by advanced economies in debt interest than the whole world spends on AI, defense or clean technology.

Why Brussels Is TERRIFIED of Chinese Hybrid Cars Right Now

Explosive growth in imported vehicles omitted from EV tariffs fuels concern for future of European carmakers EU imports three times more from China than bloc exports there Business news – live updates Sales of Chinese hybrid cars have rocketed in the EU in the past four and a half years, new data shows, underlining growing concerns in Brussels over the future of the European car industry. In 2022, just 659 Chinese-made fully hybrid cars (vehicles in which the petrol or diesel engine charge th

The Five Secrets to Reading Any Room Like a PRO

Below, Pamela Meyer shares five key insights from her new book, How to Read the Room: The Art and Science of Social Observation. Pamela has been studying human behavior for decades. As a certified fraud examiner and the founder and CEO of Calibrate, she trains executives, institutional leaders, and everyday people in getting to the truth, spotting lies, and reading the room. What’s the Big Idea? Reading a room is a skill, not an instinct. Stress, fatigue, and misleading body-language myths can d

The Silent Habit That's Making Women SABOTAGE Their Own Careers

If you’re often seeking out quiet places at work to hide, scream, let off steam, or even cry, only to emerge sometime later acting as if everything is fine, you may be prone to something called “hushed coping.” And it might be holding you back in your career, especially if you’re a woman.  Hushed coping describes the habit of squashing down feelings of overwhelm and stress, and struggling along in silence. For women, it can come with the additional complication of fighting against the long-stand

The Fed Decision That Could Hit Your WALLET Before Christmas

John Williams was speaking at the London Macro Policy Forum on Thursday.

eBay Just BANNED This Product—And the Reason Could Save Your LIFE

eBay became the latest online retailer to ban the sale of airbags and many of their components. Aftermarket parts can be risky if they turn out to be fake or defective.

We Made a BAD Decision Managing Dad's Money—Don't Make the Same MISTAKE

“We decided that my brother and I would be co-trustees, with equal and independent authority.”

The Bond Market Signal That Triggered BLACK MONDAY Is Flashing Again

Bonds are starting to deliver “equity-like returns,” according to Larry McDonald, similar to during the summer of 1987.

The Diesel Ban That Could BACKFIRE on American Wallets

How a U.S. diesel export ban could lower domestic diesel prices while raising food costs, pressuring refiners, and potentially tightening gasoline and jet fuel supplies.

Why Trade Wars Keep TARGETING Your Whiskey

As the U.S. prepares to ban imports of Canadian spirits, it’s worth examining the reasons a relatively minor commodity looms so large.

Why Diesel Prices Are SOARING and How Tesla Trucks Could Save MILLIONS

Tesla just landed the largest-ever U.S. order for electric heavy-duty trucks: 2,500 Tesla Semis, which would double the number of Class 8 electric trucks on the road. A coalition of companies including Microsoft and PepsiCo is behind the order, which Tesla expects to deliver in 18 months. A financing partner is purchasing the trucks and will lease them to shippers. “The real goal here is to help bring down that upfront price barrier,” says Jacob Richard, who manages the trucks project at Catalys

The Legal Battle That Could BLOCK Hollywood's Biggest Merger

A coalition of groups working under the Block the Merger banner have filed an emergency request to oppose Paramount’s acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery ahead of a court hearing in California this morning pertaining to the deal. The motion for an amicus brief – enabling interested parties to present legal arguments relating to a case […]

What a Monk, Mogul, and Musician Reveal About MARKETING Secrets

I’ve spent the past four years asking people who broke the marketing rule book how they actually did it, and trying to figure out what we can learn. These are almost always CMOs, but every once in a while, I ask leaders and entrepreneurs who do not hold that title how they approach marketing.  A Zen teacher who runs a meditation center. A reggae musician carrying his father’s legacy while carving out his own. A real estate broker who turned open houses into a full-on media empire.  None of them

The Market Looks PERFECT — Here's Why That Should TERRIFY You

Clocktower’s Eric Wallerstein believes stocks are headed for trouble next year, and safety-seeking investors could drive gold to $6,000 an ounce.

Boeing Just Landed a Deal That Could SAVE the Company

Turkish Airlines has finalized its largest-ever Boeing single-aisle order, confirming 100 737 MAX jets with options for 50 more.

The Bond Market Signal That Has Everyone on EDGE

The rise came a day after a sharp sell-off in government debt.

Why 250 Starbucks Stores Are About to DISAPPEAR

Starbucks will close about 1% of its North American cafes in the latest stage of its turnaround.

She Makes $300K But Pays Herself $50K — Should YOU?

“She currently has about 15 sitters, all independent contractors.”

Why Olive Garden's Numbers Just SPOOKED Wall Street

Olive Garden's same-store sales growth has slowed in recent quarters.

The New LUXURY That's Transforming Higher Education

Elite education institutions are entering a new era defined by applying strategies legacy luxury brands use to create lasting customer relationships. For luxury brands, the ultimate goal is to create a feeling and an experience. In education, luxury is making sure the institution is creating an experience that makes every student feel intellectually challenged, culturally fluent, professionally connected, and personally known. Students and families investing in premium education are considering

The FORCE MAJEURE Notice That Just Tanked Oracle's Stock

A recent report noted that Oracle is looking to protect itself from paying some expenses if a high-profile data-center project gets delayed.

The FUEL Crisis About to Make Your Thanksgiving Dinner More Expensive

Rising diesel prices have been a “silent killer” for Americans’ wallets — but they could get louder soon, as prices for the fuel continue to shatter records.

FEMA Just Changed Its Maps — Thousands of Homeowners Will Pay the PRICE

These 10 communities have the highest number of properties that were newly mapped into a high-risk Special Flood Hazard Area.

Why Oracle Just Sent a Notice That's Crashing Its STOCK

Oracle is looking to delay payment on Project Jupiter, if it fails to come online as expected in 2028

The Desperate Move Paramount Just Made to Survive WARNER BROS.

Paramount Skydance said Thursday it is launching a syndication to raise $7.5 billion through a proposed senior secured incremental tranche of term “B” loans. The David Ellison-led company it will use the funds toward its $111 billion Warner Bros. Discovery merger, and to pay down certain other debt. In total, Paramount said it now intends […]

The 10 Stocks You Need to Watch THIS Thursday

The Trump-Xi summit kicks off today, and Meta delivers a big boost to its hardware lineup.

Starbucks Just Announced Another 250 CLOSURES — Is Your Store on the List?

Starbucks Coffee Company announced today that it will close approximately 250 North American stores later this week. This represents about 1% of the Seattle coffee giant’s more than 18,000 North American coffee shops. The company said it reviewed its North American portfolio and identified locations where it is unable to deliver the customer experience it wants, or where there’s no path to acceptable financial performance. Why is Starbucks closing these stores? In a statement on the company’s

How Gen Z Is Investing Their Money in a Market That TERRIFIES Their Parents

Gen Z is entering the market unusually young, with easier access to investing than previous generations but vastly different amounts of money to put to work.

Carat Names Sarah Stringer and Brian Meuleman to Global ROLES

Carat named Sarah Stringer and Brian Meuleman to key global roles aimed at helping bridge gaps between strategic theory and commercial results. Stringer was named global chief strategy and innovation officer. Her remit includes turning strategy into an immediate, actionable competitive advantage. Meuleman was named global chief planning and intelligence officer and will use evidence, […]

Where the Ultra-Rich Are Quietly Moving Their BILLIONS

Inflation displaced tariffs as family offices' top investment concern in 2026, per a new Citi Wealth survey.

What to Do When Social Security and Medicare COLLAPSE

With midterm elections around the corner, voters are voicing concern about the future of these programs as rising costs imperil household finances,

The Fed Just Signaled What's Coming for Your WALLET

The policymaker said she and her colleagues may need to raise interest rates further to bring inflation back to target.

Why a Billionaire Just Walked Away From a Casino EMPIRE

Barry Diller's People Inc. has rescinded its offer to buy the remaining public shares of MGM Resorts.

The Korean Automaker About to DETHRONE Ford

Cox analysts said Ford and General Motors are seeing sales lag because they don't have many hybrid vehicles.

Why More Seniors Are Falling Into POVERTY

Despite lower poverty overall, the rate for seniors has been steadily rising in recent years. A new AARP survey sheds light on how those over 50 are struggling in the crucial time before retirement.

3 Things That Could Make or BREAK Micron

When Micron reports earnings next week, a Rosenblatt analyst expects to hear about additional customer agreements, rising prices and stock buybacks.

RedBird Just Valued This Media Startup at $250 MILLION

Puck, the five-year-old media upstart, has a new owner: RedBird Capital Partners, the investment firm that is a backer of other media companies including Paramount Skydance’s merger bid for Warner Bros. Discovery. RedBird is led by managing partner Gerry Cardinale (pictured above), who sits on the board of Paramount as a director. RedBird and Puck […]

The Rate That Just Made Homeownership IMPOSSIBLE for Millions

Rates have climbed more than a full percentage point since the U.S. war against Iran started.

Why Tesla Is Suddenly Targeting EVERY Trucker in America

The reintroduction of the heavy-duty, all-electric truck comes at an intriguing time for the industry — but it may not be enough to excite Tesla investors.

The Money Question You MUST Ask Your Parents Before It's Too Late

These questions can jump-start a conversation about estate planning, even if your parents don’t want to talk about it.

The War That Just Made Your Dream Home UNAFFORDABLE

The average rate on a 30-year mortgage in the United States jumped to 7.03 percent, putting pressure on housing affordability.

The Betting Platform New York Just Decided to SHUT DOWN

State attorney general Letitia James claims Polymarket has violated the state's gambling laws.

The Tech Stock That's Now CRUSHING the S&P 500

Shares of data-storage company Everpure were leading S&P 500 gainers on Thursday.

The TRAP Waiting for Borrowers Whose Student Loans Were Just Forgiven

Student loan holders sued the Education Department on Thursday, claiming they suffered financial damages despite getting their debts forgiven years ago.

Why This Childless Couple With $2 Million Still Needs a WILL — And Fast

“We have no debt and own our primary home, a vacation home, as well as my mother’s home in another state.”

Wall Street Just Found a NEW Way to Replace Bonds — As Markets SPIRAL

The options strategy is known as a "box spread."

Where Smart Money Is Hiding From the Bond MASSACRE

U.S. stocks have kept chugging higher this year, but bonds haven’t been able to shake off a five-year slump. That has sent some investors interested in a diversified portfolio searching for alternatives.

The Treasury Signal That Should TERRIFY Every American

Elevated Treasury yields will complicate both Federal Reserve policy and Treasury financing.

What Bob Iger Really Wanted in His SUCCESSOR

It’s no secret that former Disney CEO Bob Iger didn’t end up loving his first choice successor, Bob Chapek, following Chapek’s very public firing and Iger’s rehiring. But now that Iger has left the top post for good and handed over the reins to former parks head Josh D’Amaro, he’s got some specifics notes on […]

Why Your Next Car Loan Could Cost THOUSANDS More

Bond yields have spiked due to expectations of persistent inflation and further interest rate hikes from the Federal Reserve, which may impact auto loan rates.

Why You Need to Apply for College Aid RIGHT NOW

College-bound students and their families can now complete the 2027-28 Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA.

How a Bank Hack Left This Couple Begging Their CHURCH for Help

“We are relying on our church for our current needs.”

Why Buy-and-Hold Investing Might Be DEAD

The number of stocks outperforming the index over time is shrinking, increasing the need for active managers to be nimble.

The Rare Beauty BLUEPRINT That Changed the Industry

Rare Beauty entered one of the world’s most crowded categories and quickly became one of its most influential brands—not just by creating products people love but by building a business anchored in authenticity, community, and measurable impact. Founder Selena Gomez joins chief impact officer Elyse Cohen for a conversation about Rare Beauty’s trajectory, purpose-driven marketing, and the brand’s commitment to expanding youth mental health access through the Rare Impact Fund. Together, they’ll di

The Fed's DESPERATE Move to Stop Companies From Raising PRICES

Inflation pressures have been so persistent this year in part because businesses have been able to pass along higher prices to consumers.

Her Loans Were CANCELED But $72,000 Still Haunts Her

The government continues to report to credit bureaus $4.6 billion in student debt owed by some 300,000 borrowers that should have been canceled, a lawsuit claims.

The Sales Manager Dilemma That's Dividing LEADERS

Workers in sales might roll their eyes when they deal with a micromanaging boss. But many customers actually appreciate it if a store manager offers to help when they’re mulling over a purchase, whether it’s a dishwasher, a tablet or a lawnmower. That’s the main finding of a new study I co-authored. As a scholar of sales and pricing, I delved into this question, along with fellow researchers Molly R. Burchett and Brian Murtha, by analyzing data from a massive field study involving more than 5.5

KFC's Radical New Restaurant Experiment in TEXAS

KFC is opening a new restaurant concept in Texas where it will offer an expanded menu, including breakfast items, and table service.

Why Even the RICHEST Americans Can't Win This Game

The 400 richest Americans would collectively have performed better over the past 12 months had they invested their net worths in an S&P 500 index fund.

The AI Battle for Your GROCERY Cart That Walmart Just Entered

Walmart is leveraging AI to blur retail and restaurant lines, integrating top food brands into its digital ecosystem for personalized, rapid delivery.

Why AI Is Making Executives Better Communicators — And WORSE Leaders

Artificial intelligence can help executives communicate more effectively and efficiently. But relying on it too much carries significant risks.  One of the biggest is something Wade Foster, co-founder and chief executive of workflow automation platform Zapier, calls the “comprehension gap”—failing to adequately understand the underlying subject matter of their own AI-assisted work.  Leaders who overuse AI to write polished memos, emails, or talking points may find themselves unable to answer fol

The Unexpected Windfall That Just Boosted Costco's EARNINGS

Tariff refunds helped deliver a profit beat during Costco’s fourth quarter.

Morgan Stanley Just Revealed How to Position Your Portfolio for the NEXT AI Wave

There’s still room for AI hardware stocks to rise, but analysts at Morgan Stanley say it’s time to diversify into a wide variety of industries that are starting to realize AI benefits.

Think $1 Million Makes You Rich? The Number to Join America's Top 10% Will SHOCK You

In America, the wealth gap is turning into a chasm.  As the stock market and AI boom mint wave after wave of new millionaires, wealth is consolidating at the top more than ever. Across three quarters of last year, ultra-wealthy Americans in the top .1% and the super rich in the top 1% held onto their highest shares of wealth ever recorded. Households in the top 1% increased their net worth by $1.8 million on average from between 2024 and early 2026, according to a new report from left-leaning th

The Export Ban That Could Make Your Fuel UNAFFORDABLE

Trump’s proposed diesel export ban could cut refinery output, raise gasoline and jet fuel prices, and undermine his energy dominance agenda.

Why the Judge Just QUESTIONED the Paramount Merger Deal

The judge told parties Thursday she wouldn’t just be a “rubber stamp” on the agreement they reached.

Gaming Executive Reveals How to Escape the Hit-Driven HAMSTER Wheel

Amid more layoffs and contraction and renewed going-discless discourse, we are facing no shortage of opinions about what strategies will finally rightsize the global-gaming-industry ship. Apart from relying on the highly anticipated release of “Grand Theft Auto VI” to solve for the nearly $350 billion industry’s problems, a new book by Xsolla president Chris Hewish […]

The Market Signal That Has EVERY Fed Watcher on EDGE

Markets expect the central bank will take a firmer hand on inflation. It's not that easy.

The Mortgage Rate Jump That Could CRUSH Homebuying Dreams

The 30-year fixed rate surged to 7.45%, the highest level since April 2024 as bonds sold off and yields rose.

Zuckerberg Just Leapfrogged a Billionaire You'd NEVER Expect

Zuckerberg’s boost in net worth came as shares of Meta jumped 4.5% on Thursday.

The Judge's Decision That Just ENDED Trump's War on This NEWSPAPER

The suit challenged a poll that showed Trump trailing Kamala Harris in the final weeks of the 2024 race. A judge warned that similar legal challenges could have a chilling effect on news reporting.

What Trump's Media BAN Could Mean for Every Journalist in AMERICA

Judge Kelly said he would consider what he heard from attorneys.

The Billionaire Who Just Pulled His FORTUNE From the GOP

Timothy Mellon, one of the party’s biggest donors in 2024, has so far withheld his midterm donations for Republican senators because he is unhappy about the failure to pass a key Trump priority.

The Campaign Meltdown That's Shocking ALASKA

Democrats hope that Mary Peltola can flip a Republican Senate seat in Alaska. Former aides describe a campaign and congressional office marked by chaos.

Xi's State Visit Brings News That Could RESHAPE Your Wallet

The deal, which was set to expire in November, will now be extended to Jan. 10, Bessent said, noting the need for Beijing to fulfill more deliverables.

The Media Ban Decision That Could SILENCE White House Reporters

Judge Timothy J. Kelly heard arguments about President Trump’s recent decision to bar CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House grounds. He said he would issue a decision about it “as soon as possible.”

The Two States GOP Senate Leader Just ABANDONED — And What It Means

NRSC Chair Tim Scott leaves Georgia, North Carolina off his list of top Senate targets  Politico GOP appears deeply worried about Senate race in N.C., a once-reliable state  The Washington Post Trump Ties Hurt GOP Senate Candidates in North Carolina, Georgia  Bloomberg.com Exclusive / Republican group slashes ad spending in NC Senate race  Semafor The GOP’s Incredible Shrinking Senate Map  The Nation

Why Trump Just Rolled Out the Red Carpet for America's BIGGEST Rival

The US treasury secretary said that the US and China had reached an agreement to extend a trade truce as Xi began his visit.

The Lawsuit Trump Just LOST That He Desperately Wanted to Win

Iowa Judge Dismisses Trump’s Lawsuit Against The Des Moines Register  The New York Times Judge tosses Trump's lawsuit against Des Moines Register  Axios Judge throws out Trump lawsuit over wayward 2024 poll in Iowa  Politico Judge dismisses Trump’s lawsuit against Des Moines Register and pollster J. Ann Selzer  CNN Judge dismisses Trump lawsuit against Iowa newspaper and pollster  Yahoo

The Two Things Fueling the American Dream Are Now OUT of Reach

The new survey also finds most Americans are dissatisfied with K-12 schools.

Prison Officials Just Admitted These Cells Are TOO DANGEROUS to Use

Workers tell BBC they are increasingly having to put two inmates in single occupancy cells because of overcrowding.

The White House MEDIA Ban That Just Got OVERTURNED in Court

A federal judge issued a temporary restraining order and told the White House to immediately restore the press credentials for the employees of the three news outlets.

The White House LOCKOUT That Just Got REVERSED

District Judge Tim Kelly said the three outlets should have their access immediately restored from the ban that the president had announced on Sept. 18.

The Lawsuit Trump Just LOST Against a Newspaper

Judge tosses Trump's lawsuit against Des Moines Register  Axios Iowa Judge Dismisses Trump’s Lawsuit Against The Des Moines Register  The New York Times Judge throws out Trump lawsuit over wayward 2024 poll in Iowa  Politico Judge dismisses Trump’s lawsuit against Des Moines Register and pollster J. Ann Selzer  CNN Judge tosses Trump’s suit against Iowa pollster  The Hill

The Court Ruling That Just SHATTERED Trump's Media CRACKDOWN

A federal judge has granted CNN, Politico and MS NOW a temporary restraining order requiring the White House to restore the outlets’ hard-pass press credentials.

How Trump's NIH Funding Changes Are RESHAPING Medical Research

Stories of science funding being cut, labs shutting down and scientists losing jobs have flooded the media under Trump's administration. These six graphics show how those changes have affected U.S. biomedical research.

The Education Department WASN'T Dismantled—Something WORSE Happened Instead

Education staff are being scattered across several other federal agencies. Despite the Trump administration's claims, employees say it's adding bureaucracy and making it harder to serve students.

Warren Demands Answers After Trump Officials REMOVED This Census Protection

Democratic Sen. Elizabeth Warren asked Trump officials to explain why the Census Bureau's parent agency cut a ban on political interference from its scientific integrity policy, as NPR first reported.

Trump DENIES the Ford's Theatre Plan That Has Historians OUTRAGED

The president dismissed the report, calling it a “ridiculous lie,” and saying he wouldn’t want his name attached to such a “tragic place” where Lincoln was assassinated.

The ONE Chart That Sparked California's BILLIONAIRE Tax Revolution

Over the years, as economist Emmanuel Saez tracked America’s top incomes, what he saw made him angry. Now he's one of the architects behind California's wealth tax proposal.

This Company Made MILLIONS Off Disabled Veterans—Now States Are FIGHTING Back

The investigations by attorneys general follow a recent bankruptcy filing in the face of civil lawsuits, falling revenues, and impending debt payments.

Why Republicans Are Suddenly Abandoning Trump in SURVIVAL MODE

The dissent reflects growing unease about the party’s prospects in November, as the G.O.P. struggles to overcome the president’s unpopularity.

The Judge's Decision That Just Humiliated TRUMP on Press Freedom

Plus, the undamming of U.S. rivers.

Tories Plan to CONTROL What Jobless Can Buy With Benefits

The proposals would also see benefits cut for people who are able to work but have failed to hold down a job.

The Court Decision That Just Shattered Trump's Media BLACKOUT

A court has ordered the US government to reinstate access to the building for CNN, Politico and MS NOW.

What Xi and Trump Are About to Decide Could RESHAPE Everything

Trump greeted China's Xi at Joint Base Andrews, his first time traveling to the facility to welcome a foreign leader.

The White House Just LOST Control of Who Gets to Ask Questions

A judge has ordered that the Trump administration restore journalists' access to White House. And, Tucker Carlson sits down with Morning Edition's Steve Inskeep for a Newsmakers interview.

How Trump's Tax Bill Could SLASH Your Charity Deduction

President Donald Trump's "big beautiful bill" could shrink or boost the charitable deduction for certain taxpayers in 2026. Here's how to prepare for it.

The Bill That Could Let Blue-Collar Workers RETIRE Early

As things stand, any American born in 1960 or later can’t access their full Social Security benefits until the age of 67. A new bill is hoping to change that.  On Wednesday, Democratic congresswoman Haley Stevens of Michigan introduced the Blue Collar Social Security Fairness Act. The bill would allow workers in “physically demanding jobs” to access their full Social Security retirement benefits at the age of 60.  “Michiganders who work with their hands shouldn’t have to work until their bodies

The Shocking Political Shift Happening Among Young MEN

A new poll shows congressional Democrats with a growing lead among young men, who list cost-of-living issues as their top concern.

Your Social Security Check Is About to Get $540 SMALLER — Here's When

Social Security’s future may be even more dire than expected as time is running out to shore up the program’s finances.

The Court Order Trump's White House Just DEFIED

A federal court ordered President Trump to reverse his ban on the three news outlets around 1 a.m. Thursday, but none were granted entry later that morning.

What Xi and Trump Just Agreed to That Could RESHAPE the World

Trump-Xi summit live: US and Chinese leaders meet at White House  Financial Times Trump Hosts Xi at the White House: Live Summit Meeting Updates  The New York Times The Deferential President  The Atlantic Chinese analysts say Trump should "understand pressure doesn't work," as he and Xi tackle thorny issues  CBS News Trump praises Xi as 'strong, vibrant, and fit' amid health questions  usatoday.com

Millions Are About to LOSE Their Health Coverage

The changes will cut about $1 trillion from federal Medicaid spending over 10 years.

The One Chart That Could FLIP the Senate

Fallout from these decisions pushed prices higher and pressured worker pay

Trump's 15,000 Illegal Voters Just Vanished Into THIN AIR

It was the Trump administration’s latest stumble in its effort to find proof of widespread noncitizen voting, despite decades of evidence that it is extremely rare.

The Judge's Order That Just FORCED Trump's White House to Reverse Course

Lawyers for CNN, Politico and MS Now are seeking an emergency court hearing, saying the White House "repeatedly violated" the order.

The ONE Thing Standing Between Carney and Political SURVIVAL

As he tries to break Canada’s dependence on the United States, Prime Minister Mark Carney said he knows Canadians will feel pain from the trade war.

Indian Americans Say Something DISTURBING Is Happening in Plain Sight

Social media posts, including from the Department of Homeland Security and a Texas Republican candidate, have helped stir fear among people of South Asian heritage.

ICE Agents Mistook This US Citizen for a FUGITIVE — What Happened Next

US citizen injured in Illinois after ICE agents mistook him for fugitive and tried to arrest him  apnews.com What we know after officials say ICE detained a US citizen and left him injured in Chicago suburb  CNN US citizen injured after ICE agents reportedly mistook him for fugitive  The Guardian Evanston, IL ICE incident: Man hurt, wrongly identified by federal agents near Howard Street, Dodge Avenue; police investigating  ABC7 Chicago ICE Mistakenly Detains U.S. Citizen in Chicago Area, Leavin

What Pete Hegseth's Financial Disclosure Just REVEALED

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth reported at least $3.1 million in assets as he faces an impeachment push in Congress over his handling of the Iran war.

RFK Jr.'s Ethics Filing Reveals MILLIONS in Secret Deals

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s annual financial disclosure revealed he has received two lucrative book advances and free flights from a friend while in office.

Congress Wants You to Retire at 60. Here's the CATCH.

A new bill calling for lowering Social Security’s full retirement age from 67 to 60 for workers in physically demanding jobs could put additional strain on the trust fund that backs the system and create a two-tiered system among workers, retirement experts said.

Why Trump's Leadership VACUUM Is Reshaping Global Order

Trump’s flailing presidency leaves Americans with the thinnest of hopes for this week’s summit: that he does not further damage the national interest.

Senate's Narrow Vote on Iran War Reveals DEEP Divisions

The vote came weeks before the midterm elections, where President Donald Trump's fellow Republicans are trying to retain their majorities in Congress.

CISA's Emergency Election Plan Drops 40 Days Before MIDTERMS

The nation’s cybersecurity agency on Thursday released an election infrastructure security plan 40 days before November’s midterms, laying out potential threats to election systems and listing services it would offer to election officials to protect the vote. The plan, which Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin had originally promised to release by mid-August, comes after the Trump administration has been trying to kickstart efforts to help states protect voting systems. Election officia

The Trump Judge Who Just DEFIED the White House

Judge Timothy J. Kelly had worked as counsel for Senator Charles E. Grassley, who called him a “very talented attorney” in 2017.

Federal Council KILLS Review of Arch's Historic Impact

Trump’s allies end a legally required step, one of the final hurdles for the project to advance.

The Fund-Raiser Connection That Could Sink Susan Collins's CAREER

Scott Reed, a longtime Washington lobbyist who has a close relationship with Senator Susan Collins of Maine, leads a super PAC backing her campaign.

What Trump Just Said About Xi and GRANITE That Has Everyone Confused

Trump has repeatedly referenced the Great Hall of China while discussing renovations to the White House ballroom.

Trump's FDA Pick Just CONTRADICTED Him on Vaccine Safety

FDA nominee contradicts Trump on safety of measles vaccine  Politico FDA nominee Overton says all US vaccines safe as senators press on shots, abortion, vaping  Yahoo FDA commissioner nominee Heidi Overton keeps opinions to herself in Senate hearing  statnews.com Trump FDA pick repeatedly sidesteps Sanders' universal healthcare demands in heated clash  Fox News Trump called the MMR vaccine potentially lethal. His FDA pick says it’s safe.  washingtonpost.com

Why Three Major News Organizations Were Just LOCKED OUT of the White House

A judge ordered President Trump to reverse his ban on three media outlets, but it took several hours for them to get back in. The White House TV pool remains suspended.

Trump Is Hosting Xi at a State Dinner — Here's What's REALLY on the Menu

The White House said that the three-course menu, including sea bass and bok choy, featured American ingredients with a “subtle Chinese influence.”

Trump Administration Asks Supreme Court for Power to Deport to 'THIRD COUNTRIES' — Now

A lower court blocked the policy, which has sent thousands of migrants to countries where they are not citizens.

Senator Claims 'FURRY Culture' Is Now a Flight Safety Risk

Tuberville began targeting the furry community this week, criticizing it during a Senate floor speech Tuesday.

The New Prison Office That Could Change EVERYTHING

The Federal Bureau of Prisons is establishing a new First Step Act office that will put a dedicated team in place to assure the law is fulfilled.

Why Alaska Keeps Electing the WILDEST Politicians in America

Revelations about the conduct of former Representative Mary Peltola may not faze voters who have long elected abrasive and sometimes violent figures to represent them.

Trump's Deportation Plan Just Hit the SUPREME Court—Here's What's at STAKE

A lower federal court on Wednesday imposed restrictions on deporting migrants to countries other than their own.

The Trump DEFECTIONS That Could Signal a Republican RECKONING

Our national political correspondent, Shane Goldmacher, explains how a growing number of Republican candidates in key battleground states are making calculated decisions to distance themselves from President Trump and his policies.

The Court Decision That Could REDEFINE Religious Schools in America

The school had previously been blocked from operating in Oklahoma.

Florida Just Charged 20 People With Something EVERY Voter Fears

Most cases involved noncitizens who registered to vote, attesting that they were U.S. citizens, state officials said.

Why Trump's October Rally Location Is RAISING Eyebrows

The event is scheduled for Oct. 2nd in Mobile, but the plans are still subject to change, according to two people with direct knowledge of the matter.

The Trump Rally Victim Who Just Lost His FINAL Battle

James Copenhaver, one of three campaign rally attendees shot in 2024 during an assassination attempt on then-candidate Donald Trump, has died

Canada's New Leader Just Revealed How He'll BREAK FREE From America

In a wide-ranging interview, the Canadian leader laid out a detailed vision for breaking his country’s dependency on the United States.

The First U.S.-Iran Meeting Since Trump's ANNIHILATION Threat

Iran War Updates: U.S. and Iran hold first talks since June after Trump threatens regime with annihilation  cbsnews.com Fact check: Trump’s false claims to the United Nations  CNN Trump Threatens Annihilation in Iran in UN Speech and Lays Out Winner-Takes-All Vision  The New York Times Trump Puts Legacy Ahead of Midterm Politics in Speech at U.N.  WSJ Trump’s Iran threat at the U.N. and Ole Miss students found dead: Morning Rundown  NBC News

Why Residents in This City Are Now Eating GARDEN WEEDS to Survive

The BBC has spoken to residents in the Russian-occupied Ukrainian town of Oleshky who say they are being "constantly shelled".

Why the Dutch Just Invented a New WORD for Female ANATOMY

Campaigners hope the new words will lead to less body shaming and more sex positivity.

What Video FOOTAGE Reveals About the RAF Training Jet CRASH

The RAF said training on their Hawk jets had been "temporarily" paused while an investigation is under way.

Why Trump's Team Is Suddenly Racing to TALK to Iran

Secretary of State Marco Rubio said that U.S. negotiators had restarted conversations about Iran’s nuclear program, but that there were no breakthroughs.

The U.S. Military SECRET China Just Got Its Hands On

Shipping giant UPS was sending a cockpit canopy and weapons bay door to the U.S. from Australia in late May when it was diverted to Hong Kong.

Venezuela's Acting Leader Just Made a PROMISE No One Expected

Live updates: Venezuela’s acting President Delcy Rodríguez promises elections in UN address  CNN U.N. Visit Spotlights Delcy Rodríguez’s Turn From Maduro Deputy to Trump Ally  WSJ Venezuela being ‘reborn’, Rodríguez tells UN; Trump greets Xi Jinping ahead of high-stakes US-China summit – live  theguardian.com Venezuela's Rodriguez promises elections to transition to 'full democracy'  Reuters Venezuela’s acting leader, at UN for first address, promises elections at the ‘right moment’  AP News

The North Korean Soldiers Ukraine Just SENT to South Korea

Ukraine sent two captured North Korean soldiers to South Korea, Zelenskiy says  Yahoo News UKSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News

What's Happening on the USS Lincoln That the Navy Doesn't Want You to IGNORE

The aircraft carrier with its crew of about 5,000 sailors has spent more than 300 days at sea.

The DESPERATE Diplomatic Move Trump's Team Just Made With IRAN

Trump Aides Seek to Jump Start Diplomacy With Iran as Crisis Widens  The New York Times Trump, Iran talk war, peace for hours after 'annihilation' threat  Fox News Fact check: Trump’s false claims to the United Nations  CNN Iran War Updates: Iran's president calls U.S. attacks "cowardly" as Trump threatens annihilation  CBS News Can flurry of New York diplomacy lead to US-Iran diplomatic breakthrough?  Al Jazeera

Why the World Is About to Face Food Crises BLIND

Climate shocks, conflict and a global fuel crisis, on top of surging interest rates and donor cuts, leave agencies less able to help those facing higher food prices.

The Young Leader From Nepal Making the WORLD Pay for Climate Damage

Balendra Shah, 36, comes to the U.N. as a sun-glassed symbol of Gen Z political power. But concerns about his style are growing at home after devastating floods left thousands dead or missing.

Ethiopia's Fragile Peace Is About to SHATTER Again

Fears are growing of a return to war in Ethiopia's Tigray region, just four years after a devastating conflict ended in a fragile peace deal.

The Accusations Flying Between Ethiopia and Tigray That Could Trigger ANOTHER War

Ethiopia and Tigray accuse each of launching offensives, fuelling fears of new war  BBC Fears of return to war grow in Ethiopia's Tigray region  NPR Tigrayan leaders say new war with Ethiopian government has begun  Reuters Attacks by new rebel alliance stoke fear Ethiopia is returning to war  The Washington Post Ethiopia may be descending into another civil war  The Economist

Why Iran Is Now Targeting CANADA Over Trump's Threats

Baqaei said that Carney chose to appease Washington by reframing a threat to "annihilate" Iran as merely "speaking the language of war."

Venezuela's Acting Leader Just Promised Elections at the 'Right MOMENT'

Venezuela's acting president, delivering her first address to the U.N. General Assembly since coming to power, promised elections and said the nation's people will determine the "right moment."

The Budget Battle That Could TOPPLE France's Government Again

Time is not on the side of French government bonds, strategists have warned, as the nation's deficit balloons.

The UNPRECEDENTED Welcome Trump Just Gave Xi Jinping

Trump gives Xi Jinping rare airport welcome as summit visit begins  The Washington Post As Xi Visits Washington, Trump Plays Down China’s Actions Against U.S. Interests  The New York Times World in Brief: Xi arrives in Washington; American Treasuries jump  The Economist DC street closures and parking restrictions as Chinese President Xi Jinping visits White House  WUSA9 Trump welcomes China's Xi to Washington with planeside ceremony and extension of trade truce  AP News

Why the U.S. and China Just Hit PAUSE on Their Trade War

The Treasury secretary, who is leading talks with China, said the countries had agreed to extend a trade truce until January.

The Shocking Video That Just Got an Anti-Migrant Activist ARRESTED

Police had been looking into footage appearing to show the man, also known as Danny Tommo, slashing at a boat in the English Channel with a knife.

What China Just AGREED TO in Secret AI Talks With America

Chinese confirmation of the AI discussions came just hours before President Xi Jinping was scheduled to begin talks with U.S. President Donald Trump.

Two RAF Pilots Ejected Moments Before DISASTER — What Happened Next

The Hawk T2 aircraft had been flying out of the RAF Valley station when it plummeted to the ground.

The Fire That Poland Says Was No ACCIDENT

The satellite station is used in part to provide internet coverage to neighbouring Ukraine, the government says.

Why Netanyahu Is Heading to the U.N. While His Country BURNS

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel will take to the world stage while fighting for his political future in a critical national election.

The Corruption Scandal RESHAPING Brazil's Presidential Race

A Corruption Scandal Is Reshaping Brazil’s Presidential Election  nytimes.comSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News

Why Trump Just Rolled Out the Red Carpet for America's Biggest RIVAL

On Thursday, the two leaders will hold meetings where Trump and Xi are expected to talk about artificial intelligence, rare earths, trade and geopolitics such as Iran and Taiwan.

Russia's Cryptic Response to the G20 Invite EVERYONE Is Watching

European leaders have sharply criticized the move.

The Single Day That Just Broke Britain's Migration RECORD

A total of 781 migrants arrive on Wednesday, but the yearly total is below the same point in 2025.

The Ethiopian Region Where Peace Just COLLAPSED After Two Years

Fighting escalates after TPLF forms new rebel coalition aimed at overthrowing Abiy Ahmed government There are growing fears of a return to civil war in Ethiopia after an offensive by rebels from Tigray into the neighbouring states of Afar and Amhara , and the formation of a new rebel coalition aimed at overthrowing the government of the prime minister, Abiy Ahmed. Fighting from 2020 to 2022 between the Ethiopian army and the political party and paramilitary group Tigray People’s Liberation Fron

Europe Knows Russia Is Attacking — But Can't Figure Out How to STOP It

If President Vladimir V. Putin was hoping to get Europeans’ attention, he’s succeeded with a series of close-call incursions. The question now is what they will do about it.

Saudi Arabia Just Shot Down Missiles Aimed at Its HEARTLAND

The Iran-backed militia in Yemen fired six ballistic missiles at cities in Saudi Arabia, a military spokesman said. There was no immediate comment from the Houthis.

What Xi and Trump Just Agreed On Could RESHAPE Global Power

The leaders are set to have a day of meetings as well as a state dinner on Thursday.

The 105-Year-Old Now Facing NAZI War Crime Charges

The suspect is alleged to have been an accessory to murder at the Stalag 326 camp, where tens of thousands of Soviet PoWs died.

The MONSTER Russia Uses to Outsmart Every Western Sanction You've Heard About

A Moscow firm uses shell companies and cryptocurrency to launder money, and a custom app to forge trade records, to help Russia bypass sweeping financial restrictions.

The 87-Year-Old Woman Whose Eviction Just Exposed Spain's Housing NIGHTMARE

The tenant of the flat in the Retiro area of central Madrid, Maricarmen, was unable to pay her rent set after it was increased by an investment firm.

Why Greece Is DEMANDING Britain Give Back What It Took 200 Years Ago

Andy Burnham said in 2023 the sculptures should be returned to Greece with "no strings attached".

Why Xi's White House Visit Could Change EVERYTHING Between America and China

Trump Xi meeting live: Chinese leader at White House  BBC Trump Hosts Xi at the White House: Live Summit Meeting Updates  The New York Times B-2 Spirit, AI cooperation, no US-China conflict: key Xi-Trump takeaways so far  South China Morning Post The Deferential President  The Atlantic Live updates: Media outlets seek emergency hearing as White House continues to deny access  NBC News

Democrats Accuse Trump of Meddling in FOREIGN Elections

Legislators sent letter to Marco Rubio saying US interference is weakening Brazil’s democratic institutions US politics live – latest updates A group of 31 Democratic members of the US Congress has sent a letter to the secretary of state, Marco Rubio, criticising the Trump administration over “an apparent effort to interfere with, and potentially undermine” Brazil’s elections. Latin America’s largest country will hold the first round of its presidential election on 4 October, with polls showi

The Poison That DESTROYED an Entire Family

Tanya Whitaker broke down before she spoke of how her son Samuel's death had devastated her family.

Why Trump Can't Get Xi to Do What He WANTS

The Trump administration, like its predecessors, has struggled to deal with China’s excess industrial capacity.

Why Netanyahu's UN Speech Has Nothing to Do With the UN

Netanyahu takes UN stage with one eye on Israel’s election  Al Jazeera When U.N. Protesters Denounce Netanyahu, Mamdani Won’t Be Among Them  The New York Times Netanyahu's fleeting visit to New York mirrors strained US ties  Reuters Protests underway ahead of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's UN General Assembly address  ABC7 New York Israel supporters, dignitaries take seats ahead of Netanyahu speech  The Times of Israel

The Speech That Made Diplomats WALK OUT in Protest

The Israeli delegation could be be seen cheering in support during Netanyahu's speech.

Xi's ULTIMATUM to Trump That Could Prevent WAR

At Trump meeting, Xi Jinping lays out terms to avoid US-China military conflict  The Guardian Trump hails deep friendship with Xi as China's leader urges 'healthy' competition between 2 powers  AP News What Donald Trump’s meeting with Xi Jinping has—and hasn’t—achieved  The Economist The Deferential President  The Atlantic Live updates: Trump hosts Xi for US-China summit in Washington, DC  CNN

Abbas's TAPED Message That Could Reshape the Middle East

The Palestinian leader renewed his call for a two-state solution on Thursday, as he accused Israel of prosecuting “a genocidal war” against Palestinians.

Why Haiti Just Hired Trump's MOST Controversial Ally

The Haitian government hired Mr. Stone, a confidant of President Trump, weeks after hundreds of thousands of Haitians lost deportation protection. The contract is worth nearly $800,000, a document shows.

The Robot Army That Just CRUSHED Russia's Pincer Attack

Ukraine’s Operation Vivaldi has erased Russian gains with the help of robots.

What Netanyahu Just Said at the U.N. That Has Everyone REELING

The Israeli prime minister accused Mayor Zohran Mamdani, an outspoken critic of Israel, of antisemitism. Mr. Mamdani said Mr. Netanyahu was repeating “baseless lies.”

The Blacklists Designed to Destroy Serbia's Independent FILMMAKERS

The Serbian film and television industries are in a state of crisis, with independent production in the Balkan powerhouse crippled by what leading industry groups describe as “a coordinated campaign of state-sponsored censorship.” Nearly two years after a devastating train station disaster that killed 16 people and sparked mass demonstrations against the government of President […]

The Channel Crossing Attack That Just Led to ARREST

Anti-migrant activist Daniel Thomas is charged in connection with an incident in the English Channel.

What Netanyahu Just Said at the UN Has the World REACTING

Dozens of delegates walked out in protest as he took the podium, with the Israeli leader labelling them "moral cowards".

The Royal Navy's Newest Warship Prepares for Its TRIAL

The sixth Astute-class attack submarine and sixth vessel named for the legendary Greek king departed the Barrow-in-Furness shipyard and is heading to HM Naval Base Clyde.

What Trump and Xi Just Agreed On That Could Change EVERYTHING

All Things Considered host Mary Louise Kelly talks with White House correspondent Emily Feng about the Trump/Xi summit.

The 66-Million-Year-Old Secret Hidden in a T. Rex's BROKEN Rib

A broken rib from Scotty, the largest known T. rex skeleton, contains an extraordinary fossilized network of blood vessels formed while the dinosaur was healing. Scientists used neutron and X-ray imaging to look inside the 66-million-year-old bone without damaging it, revealing details rarely preserved in fossils.

Scientists Just Heard RADIO SIGNALS From Another Planet for the First Time EVER

No, it’s not aliens, but a phenomenon caused by magnetic activity that astronomers have never before been able to pin on a specific planet.

Venus May Have DEVOURED Its Own Moon—Here's the Evidence

One of the great mysteries in astronomy has been why Venus has no moon. Now a new theory provides a simple answer: It might have been eaten.

Why This Weekend's Storm Is Being Called a LAND HURRICANE

Nor’easters are usually a winter phenomenon. But this week’s storm is arriving earlier than usual, and it could take on some characteristics more typical of tropical systems.

Scientists Just Discovered What Your OVARIES Are Secretly Doing After Menopause

A growing body of research is putting the ovary in a new light, not as an egg factory with an expiration date, but as an organ that shapes women’s health long after the fertile years have passed.

Why AI Is Suddenly DOMINATING Every Climate Week Conversation

This week, world leaders descended on Manhattan for the UN General Assembly. It’s also New York Climate Week—investors, policymakers, advocates, and journalists are colliding at panels, talks, and fancy dinners. With so many climate voices in one place, the discourse can feel a little louder than usual. This year, the unavoidable topic is artificial intelligence.…

Elephants Are Using PLANTS as Medicine — And Scientists Just Proved It

African elephants use dozens of different medicinal plants to treat themselves and their families when they are sick, research reveals.

What Your Brain Does When Reality Stops Making SENSE

The brain may have a built-in way to quickly settle disagreements between regions processing the same scene. Researchers found that matching signals between two visual areas lasted longer, while conflicting signals rapidly faded away. This “consensus building” mechanism could help explain how the brain turns many specialized inputs into one unified view of the world.

Scientists Discover Time Crystals Can Sync Up Across VAST Distances

Researchers have shown that multiple time crystals inside a semiconductor can synchronize their oscillations, much like pendulum clocks gradually falling into the same rhythm. The coupling is carried by spin-polarized electrons, allowing time crystals separated by up to 40 micrometers to lock to a common frequency. The discovery reveals surprisingly long-range connections between these exotic spin systems and could help researchers develop future spin-based devices.

Why El Niño Makes Atlantic Hurricanes DISAPPEAR

The Atlantic Ocean has had an unusually quiet hurricane season this year. Though there have been six named storms, zero have actually strengthened into hurricanes—a rarity that hasn’t occurred in decades. On the other side of the country, though, Hurricane Polo has rapidly intensified, becoming one of the most intense East Pacific hurricanes on record. These weather anomalies may seem at odds, but they’re both impacted by the “Godzilla” Super El Niño that experts say is shaping up to be one of t

Why Some People Are Now Paying £100 for a Single BAG of Protein

Consumers are feeling the squeeze from the rising price of protein.

The New PILL That Could Change Everything for Breast Cancer PATIENTS

The Eli Lilly corporate headquarters in Indianapolis, IN, on August 15, 2024. AJ Mast/Bloomberg via Getty Images The FDA approved a new oral combo drug for a common breast cancer mutation on September 18. The treatment includes Inluriyo (imlunestrant) taken with Verzenio (abemaciclib) for adults with ER-positive, HER2-negative advanced or metastatic breast cancer with ESR1 mutation that has spread after hormone therapy. Results from a trial show that among 159 participants with ESR1 mutation

Why Women Are SURGING to Get This Hormone Despite PHARMACY Barriers

A recent analysis found that testosterone prescriptions for women have nearly tripled in the past few years. AzmanL · E+/Getty A recent analysis found that testosterone prescriptions for females increased 146% between January 2023 and July 2026. There are currently no FDA-approved testosterone products specifically for females, which can create dosing and prescription access challenges. Current clinical guidance supports testosterone therapy for hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD) in po

Maria Shriver's Warning: Why You're NOT Too Young for ALZHEIMER'S

Maria Shriver wants everyone to know there are proactive strategies to support brain health. Maria Shriver. Photo by Peter Yang Author and journalist Maria Shriver is raising awareness about brain health. When her father was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, she made it her mission to inform others about what they can do to lower their risk of cognitive decline. As a longtime advocate for Alzheimer’s, Shriver wants people to take agency over their brain health. Maria Shriver wants women to

The Simple HABIT That Could Slash Your Alzheimer's Risk by 33%

Research shows that reading has many benefits for people of all ages. Goodboy Picture Company · E+/Getty Research shows that reading for pleasure has various benefits for people of all ages. Reading has been linked to better cognitive skills and mental well-being, as well as lower levels of stress and loneliness. For children, reading for pleasure is associated with better attention, memory, academic achievement, and mental health. In older adults, regular reading is associated with slower c

The Exercise That Could REVERSE Brain Aging in Postmenopausal WOMEN

Research shows that aerobic exercise may improve cognitive function in postmenopausal females. adamkaz · E+/Getty Regular aerobic exercise can significantly improve thinking skills like planning and decision making in postmenopausal women, according to recent research.  The greatest cognitive benefits were observed in those who engaged in 45 minutes of moderate aerobic activity four times per week. With two-thirds of Alzheimer’s cases occurring in older women, exercising during and after men

The MICRODOSING Trick That Still Delivers Weight Loss From GLP-1s

Research shows that microdosing GLP-1 medications may still lead to weight loss. Tatsiana Volkava · Moment/Getty Recent research suggests that people may still lose weight while staying on the lowest starting doses of GLP-1 medications, such as Wegovy or Zepbound, for longer periods. After one year, people taking sustained low dose tirzepatide lost about 5.5% of their body weight, while those taking sustained low dose semaglutide lost about 2.2%. Lower doses were associated with more modest

Why Women and Young Adults Are EXHAUSTED More Often Than Everyone ELSE

A CDC report shows that women and young adults are more likely to experience frequent fatigue. ArtistGNDphotography · E+/Getty A recent report from the CDC’s National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) showed that nearly 3 in 4 adults in the United States report experiencing fatigue. Women and younger adults reported the highest rates of frequent fatigue. Adults with frequent fatigue were more likely to report symptoms of depression and anxiety, as well as cognitive difficulties. Frequent f

The Whole Grain THRESHOLD You Need to Hit to Protect Your HEART

Consuming 4 to 6 servings of whole grains per day could offer significant heart health benefits, according to a new study. Viktoriya Skorikova/Moment/Getty Images A large meta-analysis suggests that eating more whole grains may offer substantial cardiovascular benefits. The findings show that every additional 48 grams of whole grains consumed per day was associated with improvements in body weight, waist circumference, total cholesterol, and inflammatory markers. The greatest cardiometabolic

Why WHAT You Eat Might Matter More Than HOW MUCH for Weight Loss

Recent research shows that diet quality may help improve overall health more than just counting calories. fcafotodigital · E+/Getty A two-year study found that a Mediterranean-style diet and a calorie-focused weight loss program led to similar amounts of weight loss. People following the Mediterranean-style diet saw greater improvements in diet quality and were more likely to say they would recommend the program. Experts say calorie balance remains important for weight loss, while choosing h

The DAIRY Connection to Prostate Cancer Most Men Don't KNOW About

A survey suggests that only 20% of U.S. males know that milk and dairy products are potentially linked to prostate cancer risk. Eva-Katalin/E+/Getty Images A new survey found that only 1 in 5 men in the United States is aware of the potential link between dairy product consumption and prostate cancer risk. Only 20% of men surveyed said they had received information from a medical professional about how nutrition can impact prostate cancer risk. Body fat and family history might have a bigger

Why Your Morning Coffee BOOSTS Your Mood Before You Even DRINK It

The aroma of cofee may help boost your mood, according to recent research. Busakorn Pongparnit · Moment/Getty The aroma of coffee may help improve mood and reduce feelings of stress, according to a small study of healthy young adults. Smelling coffee was linked to reductions in tension, fatigue, confusion, and other negative mood measures, although researchers found no significant changes in heart rate. The benefits may be linked more to expectations and conditioned responses than to direct

The Temperature Your Coffee Should NEVER Reach If You Value Your LIFE

Drinking coffee or tea at very high temperatures could triple your risk of esophageal cancer, researchers say. alvarez/E+/Getty Images Researchers have found a possible link between drinking very hot drinks and esophageal cancer. Drinking coffee or tea at too high a temperature was associated with a threefold risk. Experts advise allowing your hot beverage to cool before drinking. Avoiding other esophageal cancer risk factors like smoking and drinking heavily may matter more. Do you need a c

What 'The Pitt' Star Discovered That SAVED Her Life From Breast CANCER

Katherine LaNassa. Photo by Emily Sandifer Emmy winner Katherine LaNasa, who plays Nurse Dana on The Pitt, was diagnosed with stage 1 breast cancer following a routine mammogram. LaNasa underwent surgery and radiation treatment before landing her role on the hit medical drama. Now cancer-free, LaNasa is encouraging women to get regular mammograms and understand their personal breast cancer risk. Emmy winner Katherine LaNasa may be best known for her beloved role as “Nurse Dana” on the acclai

Her BLOATING at 37 Revealed Something Far More Terrifying Than She IMAGINED

After a stage 1 colon cancer diagnosis at 37, Marisa Stachelski (pictured above) learned she had a BRCA2 mutation that increased her risk of several other cancers. Photo: Marisa Stachelski Marisa Stachelski was diagnosed with stage 1 colon cancer at age 37 after experiencing persistent bloating, pain, and blood in her stool. Genetic testing later revealed a BRCA2 mutation, which can significantly increase the risk of several cancers, including breast and ovarian cancer. Stachelski chose risk

The Bedroom LIGHT You Don't Even Notice That's Attacking Your HEART

A new study suggests that light exposure during sleep could raise the risk of cardiovascular disease. Yana Iskayeva/Moment/Getty Images New research shows that even dim light during sleep may thicken heart muscle walls and reduce heart flexibility, potentially raising cardiovascular risk.  The findings build on prior evidence linking nighttime light exposure to cardiovascular disease risk. Optimizing your sleep environment can help protect your heart health. Sleeping in dark conditions may b

Why Low-Income Kids Couldn't Get COVID Vaccines Until NOW

The Vaccines for Children program, which serves nearly half the nation’s youths, had been in limbo for almost a month, with doctors unable to obtain the shots.

This Type of Sleep Could Protect You From 83 DISEASES

A large study tracking more than 95,000 people suggests that how you sleep may be linked to your risk of developing dozens of diseases. People who spent more time in REM sleep had lower risks of 83 conditions, including dementia, heart failure, and Parkinson’s disease, while more deep sleep was associated with lower risks of conditions such as type 2 diabetes and major depression.

NHS Staff Accused of SECRETLY Accessing Dead Teen's Medical Records

Oliver McGowan, who died in 2016, may have had his medical records accessed inappropriately after his death by NHS staff in Bristol.

Blood Tests Reveal ALARMING Chemical Levels Near This Factory

People living near a major chemical factory in Lancashire are told they could be at risk of serious health conditions.

One Blood Test Could Detect 50 CANCERS—So Why Are Doctors DIVIDED?

A Food and Drug Administration committee backed a cancer blood test called Galleri but was split on how well it works. The test is awaiting a final decision by the FDA.

NHS to Reexamine 4,500 Breast Cancer Cases After UNNECESSARY Surgeries Discovered

Hospital chiefs in County Durham agree to a review after failings including unnecessary surgeries.

Why Your Hospital Bill Just Got HIGHER Thanks to Dueling AI Systems

The use of artificial intelligence by hospitals and health insurers is escalating their longstanding feud over paying for medical care.

The Spotify Founder's Radical NEW Vision for Healthcare

Neko, the full-body scanning startup cofounded by Spotify’s Daniel Ek, is trying to rethink health care by focusing on data-rich analyses and preventive care. To show how different this is from traditionally reactive health care services, the company has made the design of its clinics just as important as the scanning and diagnostics it performs. This approach is on display at the company’s newest clinic, now open in New York City’s Soho neighborhood. With gently lit rooms, spare walls, and soft

What Churches Know About Health That SCIENCE Keeps Missing

One of the most powerful drivers of health is something hard to measure: hope and the relationships that help people hold onto it. That is where faith-based communities have played a powerful, yet sometimes underappreciated, role in public health. Faith-based communities and organizations provide many of the supports public health experts recognize as essential, including social connection, accountability, purpose, stress reduction, practical assistance, and trusted community leadership. Researc

The 'FALSE' Marks That Just Triggered a Massive MEAT Recall

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is urging consumers not to eat certain pork, beef, and goat meat products after it found that nearly 168,000 pounds were labeled with false inspection marks.  This false labeling means that the meat’s safety cannot be guaranteed, and in the worst-case scenario, consuming it could cause serious adverse health consequences, including death. Here’s what you need to know. What’s happened? On Tuesday, the U.S. Department

The Real Reason ADHD and Autism Diagnoses Are EXPLODING

A large Danish study found that children diagnosed with ADHD or autism today more closely resemble their peers in the general population than those diagnosed 10 years ago. The shift suggests that rising diagnosis rates may partly reflect broader identification and changing diagnostic patterns, rather than only an increase in the underlying conditions.

The 11-Year-Old Sharing His Cancer Journey With the WORLD

ESPN’s Victory Challenge aims to raise $10 million for pediatric cancer research while highlighting 11-year-old Heston's cancer journey.

Why 170,000 Pounds of Meat Just Got PULLED From Shelves Across America

The affected products were produced before Sept. 22 and may have false USDA inspection labels that say “EST. 1363.”

The Unexpected Health Crisis Linked to BREAST Size

new research suggests that macromastia is associated with more than just physical pain and discomfort. Luis Alvarez/DigitalVision/Getty Images A new study found that women with macromastia (enlarged breasts) had higher odds of chronic migraine, neck pain, and obstructive sleep apnea than women without the condition.  The findings suggest that macromastia may lead to more than physical discomfort, potentially contributing to multiple health conditions that affect quality of life.  Women with

The CDC Just Ended a COVID Vaccine Delay Nobody Can EXPLAIN

Health department previously blamed delay on "not yet finalized procurement decisions."

The Golfer Who Found Something More Important Than WINNING

Christiaan Bezuidenhout’s stuttering advocacy and Arthur Blank’s impact on golf and education take center stage ahead of the 2026 Presidents Cup.

Shohei Ohtani's Dodgers Set Their Sights on 2026 World SERIES

The Dodgers and Brewers will both try to get through the first rounds of the playoffs, and head to a showdown for National League entry to the World Series.

Justin Gaethje Just Changed His Tune on UFC's No. 1 CONTENDER

Arman Tsarukyan knocked out Mauricio Ruffy at UFC 331 and says he is next for Justin Gaethje's lightweight title. Dana White says he has flipped the script.

How Russia's War Left Ukrainian Soccer SHATTERED and Homeless

As Ukraine’s senior men’s national soccer team prepares for another campaign away from home, Russia’s ongoing war continues to damage Ukrainian soccer infrastructure.

Why Steph Curry Just SHUT DOWN the WNBA Controversy

NBA star Stephen Curry, an investor in women's sports, says the WNBA's next commissioner should keep conversations about the league "focused on basketball."

Bo Bichette's BRUTAL 3-Word Response About His Former Team

The Toronto Blue Jays former franchise shortstop sent a clear message about his former team after joining the New York Mets.

The $2.6 Billion Yankees Move That EXPLOITED Baseball's Hidden Rule

The New York Yankees inadvertently called attention to a major MLB rule change with a surprising ownership change.

What Curry's Pay Cut Could UNLOCK for the Warriors

Allowing the Warriors to maximize their financial flexibility would give Curry his best chance of satisfying his desire to be on a competitive team moving forward.

The Phillies Veteran Who Just Achieved Something INCREDIBLY Rare

The Philadelphia Phillies have received a remarkable update on a long-time pitcher who left the organization.

The Boxing Match Fans Have Been WAITING Years to See

Cardiff's Principality Stadium will host Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury's all-British heavyweight fight on 11 December.

Is This $100M Star FAILING Liverpool's Expectations?

German playmaker Florian Wirtz has been the subject of scrutiny since joining Liverpool from Bayer Leverkusen last year.

The Dark Secret This Football Star Just Revealed About 2021

Former England striker Andy Carroll reveals he was sexually assaulted in 2021, by a man who has subsequently been jailed for three years.

The Controversial Change Coming to Football STADIUMS

Andy Burnham has long championed a repeal of the ban which prevents football supporters from drinking alcohol in the view of the pitch. But do fans even want it?

Gus Kenworthy Is COMING BACK to the U.S. Ski Team

After competing for Great Britain at the past two Winter Olympics, four-time Olympian Gus Kenworthy is returning to the U.S. Ski Team.

Why Mookie Betts Just Made This SURPRISING Move

Los Angeles Dodgers player Mookie Betts has signed with 3 Arts Sports and Sanders Sports & Entertainment (SSE) for personal representation. “I’ve always believed in surrounding myself with people who understand my vision and bring expertise in areas where I can continue to grow,” Betts said. “As the opportunities around me have continued to evolve, […]

The NBA Legend Who Changed EVERYTHING Just Passed at 93

NBA great Bob Pettit has died at the age of 93

What the Lakers' New Owners Just Discussed With Rob Pelinka

Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka described his early talks with new owners Joshua Kushner and Bob Iger as "really positive."

Vogue Sent ROBOTS Down the Runway and People Are FURIOUS

Nothing says Italian craftsmanship like a Chinese robot doing a lasso to "L'Amour Toujours."

Why Warner Bros. Just DELAYED 'Gremlins 3' Until 2028

Warner Bros. has delayed “Gremlins 3” from Nov. 19, 2027, to Oct. 6. 2028. David Zaslav, the CEO and president of Warner Bros. Discovery, first revealed the project during an investor call in 2025. Steven Spielberg is returning as executive producer alongside Maiden Voyage’s Eleanor Columbus. “Harry Potter” filmmaker Chris Columbus is set to produce […]

The 'ACID TRIP' Episode 'Game Changer' Is Planning for Season 9

SPOILER ALERT: This article contains spoilers for the Season 8 finale of “Game Changer,” now streaming on Dropout. “Game Changer” capped off its eighth season Monday with a finale episode that was not at all sponsored by Chili’s but ended with its winner taking home between $3,000 and $5,000 (host and Dropout CEO Sam Reich […]

The Director Who Just Got the Most Prestigious JOB in Asian CINEMA

The Tokyo International Film Festival has named Australian director Rolf de Heer president of the international competition jury for the festival’s 39th edition. De Heer has spent more than 40 years in Tasmania, Australia, directing, writing and producing films across a broad range of genres and subjects. His 1993 feature “Bad Boy Bubby” won the […]

The New SILVERBACK Taking Over Disney's Animal Kingdom

Dr. Natalie Mylniczenko discusses Bakari’s health, his new role as silverback and Disney’s efforts to protect gorillas in the wild.

The '50s Comedy That's Too BLEAK for Its Own Good

When an “Amadeus” revival opened at Pasadena Playhouse in February, it was such a spectacular success on every level that you wouldn’t have minded if the keepers of the venerable San Gabriel Valley venue just turned over the keys to the place for a while to the two Tony winners most responsible for making it […]

Rain, Morrissey, and CHAOS: Inside the Riot Fest Downpour

Morrissey, Tool, SUGAR, Angine de Poitrine, Less Than Jake, John Lydon and Public Image Ltd and more made the best of shortened sets on a rainy day two at Riot Fest.

15 Secrets Behind Netflix's Mysterious New Animated Feature 'Ray GUNN'

Netflix held its Ray Gunn Behind-the-Scenes day at its animation offices in Burbank this past summer — and here are a few things learned from that event.

Ryan Murphy Just Revealed What He's Planning for GLEE

It’s a good day to be a Gleek. Following long-swirling rumors of a potential “Glee” reboot, creator Ryan Murphy has officially weighed in and revealed that there’s a script. “Well, funny you ask, ’cause I just finished the script an hour ago,” Murphy told Entertainment Tonight on Wednesday. “So, we have a script. Brad [Falchuk], […]

Why This Reality Star Says Her Pet SAVED Her From Domestic Violence

Paige DeSorbo was honored with the Variety Courage Award, presented by Purina, for using her platform to advocate for survivors of domestic violence. Following an introduction from Molly Sims, the former star of Bravo’s “Summer House” delivered an emotional acceptance speech reflecting on her experience with domestic violence and why she ultimately chose to share […]

Everything You Need to Know About American Horror Story Season 13 RIGHT Now

"American Horror Story" returns this week with Season 13 and several familiar faces, including Jessica Lange, Sarah Paulson, Evan Peters, Angela Bassett and Kathy Bates. Get the start time of the show, the release schedule and more.

QueerFrames Unveils New Cohort With MAJOR Southeast Asia Expansion

QueerFrames Screenwriting Lab, a training initiative for emerging queer, trans and nonbinary filmmakers, is expanding into Southeast Asia for its fourth annual edition, bringing together storytellers from India, the Philippines, Vietnam, Singapore, Indonesia and the diaspora. The 2026 cohort features eight fiction feature projects, with queerness woven into the core of each story. The selected […]

Issa Rae Just Blamed Hollywood's BIGGEST Problem on Men

Issa Rae received the Entertainment Entrepreneur of the Year Award at Variety’s L.A. Power of Women event on Wednesday in Beverly Hills. The award was presented by U.S. Bank senior executive vice president Courtney Kelso and honored the Emmy-nominated actress, writer, producer and entrepreneur. Rae created, executive produced and starred in HBO’s “Insecure,” which ended […]

Why Marvel's Rocket Raccoon Actor Just Said He's DONE Forever

Sean Gunn has proclaimed himself “retired” from doing the on-set motion capture for the fan-favorite “Guardians of the Galaxy” character Rocket Raccoon. The actor explained that he feels he’s aged out of standing in for the Marvel character due to the physical demands of contorting himself into the shape of the small animal on a […]

What Jennifer Hudson and Sharon Stone Just Revealed About POWER in Hollywood

Jennifer Hudson, Pearlena Igbokwe, Melissa McCarthy and Sharon Stone were the guests of honor at the starry Variety Power of Women presented by Lifetime event in Beverly Hills Wednesday night, during which the musician, executive and actresses were commended for both their outstanding accomplishments and their dedicated commitment to a number of key causes. The […]

The $15 Billion SHIFT Happening in Asian Entertainment

Spending on video content in seven major markets across Asia is expected to climb to $15.1 billion in 2026, according to Media Partners Asia’s “Asia Video Content Dynamics 2026” report. Streaming and local film account for nearly all new spending as television budgets shrink. The study covers India, Indonesia, Korea, Malaysia, the Philippines, Thailand and […]

Netflix's 'A Different World' Reboot Centers Gen Z in BOLD New Way

Thirty-nine years after the beloved NBC series premiered, Netflix is reopening the gates of the fictional, historically Black Hillman College with “A Different World.” Created by Felicia Pride and executive produced by Debbie Allen (who helmed the first version of the sitcom), the bold and brilliant reboot follows Deborah Wayne (an outstanding Maleah Joi Moon), […]

Why Harry Potter's Two-Part Show Just Became IMPOSSIBLE to Produce

The London production, which has been running for 10 years, will reopen next month as a one-part show.

The Mystery Behind Religious-Art THEFT in 'Suro'

For director Mikel Gurrea’s latest he didn’t have to travel far in search of a story. “I live in Barcelona’s district of Sants and, having done my previous film in the woods, this time I wanted to find fiction at my doorstep,” Gurrea told Variety of “Saints,” picked up for international by M-Appeal. “So I […]

Why Argentina Is Like the Bugler Who NEVER Dies

The premise of Argentina’s Ricardo Darin’s latest feature, “Therapy Done Right” (Lo dejamos acá”), world premiering at the San Sebastian Festival, is deceptively simple: A pragmatic psychoanalyst loses faith in conventional methods and starts pushing the boundaries with his patients. Everything seems to be going well until a writer (played by Diego Peretti), struggling with […]

Spanish Screen Legend's Story Told in His OWN Voice

SAN SEBASTIAN, Spain – Paco Rabal worked with Luis Buñuel, Michelangelo Antonioni and Carlos Saura, made more than 200 films and built a career spanning Spain, France, Italy and Mexico. In “200 Lives, Paco Rabal,” the Spanish screen legend gets one more role: Narrator of his own life. Directed by Vanesa Benítez, the documentary world […]

Why International Movies Could DOMINATE the Oscars This Year

It wasn’t just a sea breeze and late summer sun which brought a sense of new airs and targeted optimism blowing through the San Sebastian’s 2026 Creative Investors’ Conference. For four years, CIC, co-organized with CAA Media Finance, has insisted on upsides and opportunities in drastic post-COVID and post-peak TV downturn. 2026 presented one clear […]

Selena Gomez Just Sold Tom Petty's Former Mansion for $5.4 MILLION

Pop icon Selena Gomez has officially sold her sprawling Encino home for $5.399 million—shortly after picking up a $35 million marital mansion with Benny Blanco.

Ranbir Kapoor Bears a BULLET Wound in Bhansali's 'Love & War'

Top Bollywood star Ranbir Kapoor carries a bullet wound in a new image from Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s upcoming feature “Love & War,” in which he stars alongside Alia Bhatt and Vicky Kaushal. The image places Kapoor at the wheel of a vintage turquoise convertible. He wears sunglasses and a white short-sleeved knit shirt, his hair […]

'Ghost in the Shell' and 'Attack on Titan' IP Lands at DENTSU

Dentsu has struck a partnership giving clients in the Americas access to a broad swath of anime and manga intellectual property owned by Japanese publisher Kodansha Ltd., including “Attack on Titan,” “Ghost in the Shell” and “Blue Lock.” The agreement positions Dentsu as the central point of contact for brand marketers looking to tap into […]

8 Grassroots Porchfests for Experiencing FREE Live Music

Porchfests have been tuning up in more locations across the U.S. Here are some of the most promising porchfests keeping the movement alive.

Why No One Wants to Date TECH BROS Anymore

Once seen as nerdy but harmless innovators, men in tech are now widely regarded as red-pilled Elon Musk wannabes. It’s made getting laid a whole lot harder.

Beta Film Snaps Up HOT Properties at Mipcom

Beta Film, which is heading to Cannes with the world premiere of Swedish royal romance drama “Queen Silvia,” has acquired world distribution rights to Italy’s “The Man from Milan” and, from Ukraine, “Silent Nava.” The two new eight-part crime series will likewise make their market debut at Mipcom. Directed by Simone Spada (“Rocco Schiavone: Ice […]

SeaWorld's Bizarre New Strategy to Make You Feel... HORNY?

The Orlando theme park’s immersive Halloween experience now includes hot, brooding guys in an homage to romantasy antiheroes—and it’s leading to record-breaking ticket sales.

Gaza Documentary to Launch With UNPRECEDENTED Distribution Model — Free Online After Theaters

“NAZA,” the hot-button documentary about killings in Gaza that won a special jury prize at the recent Venice Film Festival, is set to soon be released theatrically in more than 50 territories and will subsequently be made visible to global audiences for free via the website of British newspaper The Guardian. The Guardian, which produced […]

YouTube Star Turns Racist Comments Into a Personal STATEMENT

YouTube star Abdirahman Keinaan was born in Finland, but he kept hearing: “Go back to Somalia!” Now, in his new docuseries, he actually does. “It didn’t come from a place of anger because I’ve been hearing it my whole life. I grew up here. I was born and raised here. And then I thought: ‘Ok, […]

BBC Sets New Irish-Language Comedy Film With Rising Stars

Production has started on “Baile,” a new comedy feature co-commissioned for the BBC Gaeilge, the Irish-language arm of BBC Northern Ireland, and Ireland’s national Irish-language broadcaster TG4. Produced by Belfast based Village Films with support from Northern Ireland Screen’s Irish Language Broadcast Fund, the comedy drama follows Bríghid, a fiercely independent woman in the early […]

Winners Announced at Inaugural Nordic Film Awards — The Freyas

Hanna Bergholm’s Finnish horror film “Nightborn,” starring “Compartment No. 6” lead Seidi Haarla and Rupert Grint, won best film at the inaugural edition of the Freyas, also known as the Nordic Film and TV Awards. Accepting the award at the gala ceremony at Helsinki’s iconic Finlandia Hall, Bergholm said, “The most important thing is how […]

Why Trump TV's Ratings Are a DISASTER He Can't Escape

You can start a state television network, but you can’t make people watch. President Donald Trump’s White House this week launched Trump TV, a 24/7 YouTube livestream of new and recycled Trump speeches and other administration events—but initial viewership has been low, and the content isn’t very compelling. Its slow start shows in real time how hard it really is to establish state media, even for a former reality TV producer like Trump. The Trump administration debuted Trump TV on Monday as a s

'Percy Jackson' Stars Headed to Italy for MAJOR Fan Event

Disney+ will spotlight Season 3 of “Percy Jackson and the Olympians” at Italy’s Lucca Comics and Games Festival, where stars Walker Scobell, Leah Sava Jeffries and Aryan Simhadri, and the show’s co-creator and executive producer Jonathan E. Steinberg, and executive producer Dan Shotz will be on hand for a dedicated panel presentation that will include […]

Gaza Documentary Breaking ALL Distribution Rules — And Going FREE

“NAZA,” the hot-button documentary about killings in Gaza that won a special jury prize at the recent Venice Film Festival, is set to soon be released theatrically in more than 50 territories and will subsequently be made visible to global audiences for free via the website of British newspaper The Guardian. The Guardian, which produced […]

The 'Resident Evil' Twist Nobody SAW Coming

Zach Cregger’s ‘Resident Evil’ sees Bryan (Austin Abrams) suffer a tragic fate after getting scared off by the looming responsibility of fatherhood.

The Climber Whose Story Was STOLEN From Him Until Now

Tenzing Norgay was the first person to summit Mount Everest alongside Edmund Hillary. The Apple Original film “Tenzing,” opening Zurich Film Festival, reframes the story of that first ascent. “It’s often reduced to a familiar shorthand: Hillary conquered Everest, assisted by a Sherpa. But Tenzing had more experience on Everest than anyone else on that […]

Why WWE Just ABANDONED YouTube for a Controversial Platform

The WWE series “Main Event” is heading to video platform Rumble, Variety has learned exclusively. The weekly series has been airing on YouTube since the beginning of 2026. It will move to Rumble beginning Oct. 14, airing every Wednesday at 8 pm ET/5 pm PT. Episodes will be available at Rumble.com/WWE and connected mobile and […]

Why Taylor Swift's New Video Stars Are SHOCKING Everyone

Taylor Swift has recruited a couple of A-listers for her “Patient Zero” music video. Dakota Johnson and Colin Farrell will star alongside Swift in the video for the new song, which releases on Friday alongside her “Life of a Showgirl: The Encore” album. Swift directed the video, which will world premiere at the MTV VMAs […]

The Game That Gets HARDER — But Gives You the Tools to Win

Control Resonant isn't an easy game. At any given moment while exploring vast open areas where you're sometimes leaping from wall to wall to ceiling, you may be surrounded by swarms of otherworldly enemies trying to crush you into the ground. It can be a lot, especially when enemies sometimes take a long time to take down. I died often. But whenever I got to a point where I was starting to feel frustrated, I didn't have to suffer for too long; thanks to Resonant's generous assist mode, I often t

How Ella Langley and Mariah Carey Just Made HISTORY Together

Ella Langley’s “Choosin’ Texas” passes Mariah Carey’s “All I Want for Christmas Is You” for the longest No. 1 run in Hot 100 history.

Inside the Reality Show So SADISTIC They're Still Talking About It

The mere mention of “The Swan” is enough to send chills down one’s spine. Created by former Telemundo exec Nely Galán, the Fox reality series selected 16 female contestants — from over 250,000 applicants — who were so-called “ugly ducklings” and subjected them to a 90-day ordeal of extreme plastic surgery, dentistry, training and crash […]

How to Watch the 'American Horror Story' Season That Drops THREE Episodes at Once

“American Horror Story” is back. Ryan Murphy and Brad Falchuk’s long-running FX horror anthology returns Thursday, Sept. 24, with a three-episode premiere and one of the franchise’s biggest reunions yet. Season 13 brings back Jessica Lange, Sarah Paulson, Evan Peters, Angela Bassett, Kathy Bates, Emma Roberts, Billie Lourd, Gabourey Sidibe and Leslie Grossman, while also […]

The UAP Memoir Hollywood Is Turning Into a SERIES

Terence Winter and Dan Farah are partnering for a series take on the memoir of former U.S. Intelligence official Jay Stratton titled “Out of the Shadows,” Variety has learned. In the memoir, which will be published by HarperCollins imprint William Morrow on Oct. 13, Stratton delves deep into his experiences investigating unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP) […]

The Tatiana Huezo Film That Just Won Big at San Sebastián

Mexico’s Sula Films has boarded Tatiana Huezo’s anticipated fiction feature, “Galerna,” which has also won the coveted Egeda Platino Industria Award at the San Sebastian Festival where it participated in the festival’s WIP Latin America competition showcase. The award comes with a bounty of $34,466 (€30,000), which is handed to the lead producer of the […]

This Swissair Crash Movie Isn't What You'd EXPECT From a Disaster Film

For years, Fidelio Films producer Björn Hering wanted to make a film about the tragedy of Swissair Flight 111, which crashed into the Canadian coast of Halifax in 1998. Hering, the son-in-law of flight pilot Urs Zimmermann, urged his creative partner Mauro Mueller to take on the project, but it took the director a decade […]

The Taylor Swift Song That Could Rewrite CHART History

Taylor Swift’s “Patient Zero” could tie major records held by Drake and BTS while extending several of her own Billboard achievements.

How Miley Just Dominated the Top 10 With ONE Album

Miley Cyrus’s Bass Persuades has four versions in the iTunes top 10 as she pushes for a strong Billboard 200 debut.

Why This Controversial Love Story Is Making People Face Their MONSTERS

Marlene Emilie Lyngstad has ruffled some feathers at San Sebastián with her feature debut “Cute.” “I find it interesting and exciting that the film creates such strong reactions,” she tells Variety. “It’s never explicit, so the discomfort must arise from the inner battles of the characters. Maybe people are confronted by their own monsters?” Her […]

The Brazilian Film Company Making Waves at San SEBASTIÁN

Very few production companies can boast about landing major international festival premieres for every project in their slate. Brazil’s Desvia Filmes is one of them, with all of its 16 features launching at festivals such as Berlin, Cannes, and Locarno. Founded in 2010 by “The Blue Trail” director Gabriel Mascaro and British producer Rachel Daisy […]

Tribeca Festival Announces $1.2 Million Prize for Untold STORIES

Tribeca Festival and AT&T have opened submissions for the 10th anniversary of AT&T Untold Stories, the filmmaker development program that awards one emerging director $1.2 million to produce a feature film. The production prize, which increased from $1 million to $1.2 million in 2026, is billed by Tribeca and AT&T as the largest unrestricted film […]

MS NOW Offers Festival Access Through New MEMBERSHIP Program

The new MS NOW streaming “Membership” comes with perks. The Versant-backed news outlet will give subscribers to its recently-launched subscription app a chance to win tickets to attend the first Power to the People Festival at Merriweather Post Pavilion in Columbia, Md., on Saturday, Oct. 3. People interested in taking part can enter by answering […]

ECAM Incubator Pairs Film Assistant With Accused MURDERER Movie Star

What happens when an emotionally stranded young film worker becomes indispensable to one of the world’s biggest stars who may also be a murderer? That collision drives “Copy” (“El participio del verbo oír”), Miguel Machetti’s feature project, currently in development and produced by Ángeles L. Guerrero and Tina V. Mollá through Gelatina Películas. Selected for […]

Zurich Film Festival Heads Discuss Gen Z's Love of THEATERS

If one film could define this year’s Zurich Film Festival, it would be Peter Farrelly’s “I Play Rocky,” a heartfelt drama about the making of the Sylvester Stallone-starring classic that is playing as one of the festival galas. The film embodies not only the festival’s 2026 motto of “Dream Big,” but also a go-getter attitude […]

The Queer Film That's Haunting Critics at FESTIVALS

It’s at the tail of its closing credit scroll that “Ancestors” drops its final, plainly worded message, also setting its title in context: “No survivors, only descendants.” As the sign-off for this heartbroken drama of connections made and lost as AIDS ravaged London’s queer community in the late 1980s, it’s a lyrical rejoinder to anyone […]

The Man Who Sells BILLIONS Without Anyone Knowing His Name

Everyone knows Jeff Koons or Marina Abramović, but the art world has been hiding another celebrity: star auctioneer and former Sotheby’s chairman Simon de Pury. “He’s in the shadows but also in the spotlight. It’s precisely this contrast that fascinates me and makes him a good character for a film: someone who’s reserved and almost […]

Why Hollywood Is Suddenly CELEBRATING Washington

There is bipartisan support behind a bill that is meant to lure movie and TV production back to the United States.

David Oyelowo to Star in 'Dragon Tattoo' REBOOT

Sky’s “The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo” series has found its leads in David Oyelowo and Viola Prettejohn. Oyelowo (“Silo,” “Selma”) will play disgraced journalist Mikael Blomkvist alongside Prettejohn (“The Crown,” “The Testament of Ann Lee”) as hacker Lisbeth Salander in a TV reimagining of Steig Larsson’s hit Millennium book series. The characters were portrayed […]

Macklemore's Entire Tour Revenue Goes to PALESTINE

Macklemore has announced the “Free Palestine” tour, with three shows set for Dublin (Oct. 26), Paris (Oct. 29) and London (Oct. 30). The news comes after the Grammy-winning rapper was infamously dropped as opener from Ed Sheeran’s U.S. tour after making “Free Palestine” speeches while on stage at two concerts at MetLife Stadium in New […]

Why San Francisco Satirists Are Having Their MOMENT

Artificial intelligence companies are becoming pervasive in the city, and a humorist finds them ripe for mocking.

What Bob Iger Did to Get His Job BACK at Disney

Former Disney CEO Bob Chapek claims his predecessor-turned-successor Bob Iger underwent a “relentless three-year campaign to push me out” after initially appointing him to the job. “The way Disney’s board and Bob Iger handled my firing made it seem as if I had committed some terrible offense,” Chapek writes in an excerpt from his upcoming […]

Why Dolly Parton's Duet With Bono May Be Her LAST Recording Ever

For anyone waiting for years to get a U2 album again, it might have seemed as if the band was, you know, running to stand still. But the day is at hand, as the group’s first full-length recording in nine years, “Carnaval De Luz,” has been set for a Nov. 12 release, Interscope Records announced […]

The Thriller That Marks Johnny Depp's REAL Hollywood Return