Tuesday, May 26, 2026

Why the Pope Just Quoted GANDALF in a Warning About AI

In his letter, the first American pontiff called for putting care for humans at the heart of technological change.

Sennheiser's New Headphones Have One Feature You'll NEVER Need to Replace

Sennheiser is sticking with the redesign it introduced with the Momentum 4 Wireless. | Image: Sennheiser Nearly four years after the last version of Sennheiser's Momentum headphones debuted with a redesign that traded a retro aesthetic for a more contemporary and comfortable design, the company has announced its Momentum 5 Wireless headphones. They look very similar to their predecessors, the Momentum 4, with large ear cups and a design that doesn't quite stand out from the competition. But un

Why This Billionaire Says AI Is Still UNDERHYPED

Despite three years of nonstop AI hype, the 74-year-old Silicon Valley legend says the public still doesn't grasp how big this is.

Why Your Fear of AI Is Really About SOMETHING ELSE Entirely

As writer Ted Chiang has observed, “Most fears about A.I. are best understood as fears about capitalism.” When we imagine rogue AI systems optimizing the world to death, we’re actually describing what many corporations already do. If an organization’s ethos is misaligned, any technology platform it creates will amplify that misalignment. Take a moment to reflect on the organization you hold most dear: Does it have an ethos, or is it drifting without one? Does it fight for human flourishing or ag

The Math Problem AI Just Solved That Humans COULDN'T

OpenAI makes big splash with AI finding math problem breakthrough. Real lesson is to use AI to find counterexamples. An AI Insider analysis and scoop.

Why Your Company's AI Strategy Is Missing FIVE Critical Pieces

In 2024, Boston Consulting Group surveyed more than 1,000 C-suite executives and found that just 4% of companies were generating substantial value from artificial intelligence. A year later, that figure had risen to 5%. It is tempting to read this 25% year-on-year increase as the beginning of liftoff, the start of a series of compounding increases that will eventually drive AI-powered efficiency gains in every corner of the economy. But we should be wary of this tale, and not just because of the

What Your Therapist Is Recording About You Without ASKING

New companies are selling artificial intelligence assistance to mental health therapists. The AI tools can help with administration and recordkeeping, but some patients worry about their privacy.

The Battery-Powered Starlink That Could Take Internet ANYWHERE

This, but no cable. | Photo by Thomas Ricker / The Verge Code in recent Starlink firmware suggests that SpaceX might soon release a version of its smallest internet dish with an integrated battery. A battery-powered Starlink Mini would offer untethered portability for vanlifers, emergency responders, and anyone who wants fast, low-latency internet from almost anywhere on the planet. University researcher Jinwei Zhao spotted a number of strings hinting at the integrated battery in a May firmwar

The Hearing Aid Design That's Breaking the STIGMA

Cearvol’s Wave Lite hearing aids take on the stigma of aging with tech-inspired design, but they lack the nuance to be truly useful.

Why Law Enforcement Just Issued a WARNING About Tech Hatred

As Americans stew over the looming risk of job-stealing AI and data centers in their back yards, the feds are raising the alarm about a new category of threat, documents obtained by WIRED show.

The AI Job APOCALYPSE Might Be Completely Overblown

Haven’t you heard? White-collar jobs are going away, decimated by AI. Waves of layoffs in the tech sector (most recently at Coinbase and Meta and Cisco) are said to presage what will soon come for all of us knowledge workers. But before you quit your job as a software developer or financial analyst—or tech journalist—and…

The Laptop Sleeve That Finally Changed a Tech Writer's MIND

This sleeve works overtime to carry so much more than a spare laptop. With all the extra space and pockets, it's the best laptop companion I've ever used.

How AI Agents Just Turned Tech's Biggest Promise Into Its WORST Nightmare

The definitive story of how Claude Code and OpenClaw kicked off computing’s biggest transformation possibly ever.

The Man Sitting THREE SEATS Away Who's Really Shaping the Pope's AI Strategy

The co-founder of a prominent A.I. company was nearby as the pope implored A.I. leaders to slow down and consider the technology’s possible perils.

Why Uber's President Just Admitted AI Spending Is FAILING

Uber president Andrew Macdonald (pictured) says its “hard to draw a line” between AI spending and deliverable features. | Photo: Zed Jameson/Bloomberg via Getty Images After reportedly exhausting its annual AI budget just four months into 2026, Uber is now questioning whether it's actually seeing meaningful returns on its investments. In an interview with Rapid Response, Uber president and chief operating officer Andrew Macdonald said the company isn't seeing a connection between rising token

The AI Bots That Will Guide MILLIONS Through the World Cup

When soccer fans head to the FIFA World Cup starting in June, they’ll have a new option for finding things to do, places to stay, and ways to get around in various host cities: artificial intelligence.  Some visitors will likely turn to general-purpose AI tools like ChatGPT and Claude, with recent studies finding they’ve become popular travel-planning tools despite the risk they’ll present outdated or false information. But multiple host cities are also deploying specially developed AI assistant

Take This Quiz to Discover If AI Will DESTROY Your Career

Some jobs may be toast. Some will survive. Click your answers to learn your fate.

The Amazon RIVAL That Just Became Worth $3 Billion

Stord was founded in 2015 by then-college students CEO Sean Henry and CTO Jacob Boudreau while they were still at Georgia Tech.

The AI WARFARE Revolution That's Already Happening Around You

The Convention on Certain Conventional Weapons, an international forum that focuses on lethal autonomous systems, is hosted twice a year at the United Nations in Geneva. When Branka Marijan attended in November 2017, she thought the five-day sessions - which dealt largely in hypotheticals, speculating on a world where warfare was fought with killer robots - would be business as usual. After all, this was technology some thought might never be developed, and likely never deployed. That year, she

What Spotify Just Started READING to You Changes Everything

Would you listen to magazine articles on Spotify? The streaming platform certainly hopes so, as it's launching a new format for narrated long-form articles, alongside its usual array of music, podcasts, and audiobooks. Starting today, more than 650 articles from publications including Rolling Stone, The Atlantic, Vogue, Variety, Billboard, Vibe, GQ, Wired, Vanity Fair, and Pitchfork will be available in English in regions where Spotify's audiobooks are available. The narrated articles are all un

The Mystery Figure THREE Seats From the Pope Shaping AI's FUTURE

The co-founder of a prominent A.I. company was nearby as the pope implored A.I. leaders to slow down and consider the technology’s possible perils.

Why the AI Jobs PANIC Might Be Completely Wrong

This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. A reality check on the AI jobs hysteria Despite the growing hysteria over AI’s threat to white-collar jobs, there’s still scant evidence that the technology has had a large-scale impact on…

Why 185,000 People Just Had Their Data EXPOSED at 7-Eleven

The data breach included names, dates-of-birth, postal addresses, and Social Security numbers, according to a state government listing.

Google's New Fitbit Is So LIGHT You'll Forget It's There

Google’s latest Fitbit strips away the screen without sacrificing features, delivering the most approachable and affordable wearable yet.

Why Parents Are DEMANDING Schools Take Away These Devices

Just a few years ago, America’s public schools were rushing to get every child a laptop. Los Angeles middle school teacher Anna Soffer remembers it well: “The idea was that technology is the future, so we need to put tech in every child’s hands.” Now, the conversation has flipped. After pouring billions of dollars into laptops, tablets and learning apps, many schools are facing a digital reckoning. Classrooms have become saturated with screens, and a growing number of parents, teachers and schoo

The Embarrassing Reason People Won't Admit What They're LISTENING To

Do you even like art? | Image: Cath Virginia / The Verge, Getty Images There's this alarming trend in the Suno subreddit. People aren't just prompting AI songs; they're sitting around listening almost exclusively to their own slop. And in some cases, they proudly proclaim that they don't listen to music on traditional streaming platforms anymore - it's just AI all day. "Does anyone just listen to their own music now and not even music on Spotify anymore.?" "I definitely listen to my own music

After 19 Years, Dropbox's Founder Is Walking Away — Here's WHAT Changed

Dropbox CEO Drew Houston, who started the cloud storage company when he was 24, plans to step down and assume the role of executive chairman.

How AI Cloned Her Daughter's Voice and Stole $5,000 in MINUTES

Deborah Del Mastro alleges that scammers used artificial intelligence to mimic her daughter's voice

What Google's CEO Just Revealed About the WEB's Uncertain FUTURE

Today, I’m talking with Google and Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai, in a conversation we recorded just after the Google I/O developer conference. This is the fifth year Sundar and I have sat down after I/O, and it’s become one of my favorite Decoder traditions. There’s always a lot of news at I/O, and this year was no exception — Google has powerful new Gemini models, it’s putting AI agents in everything, and it’s making huge changes to Search on both the web and YouTube that will once again reshape

Nvidia Just KILLED the App Gamers Used for 20 YEARS

Nvidia announced more than two years ago that it was working to replace its Control Panel app on Windows with a new Nvidia app. After porting across various features to the Nvidia app, Nvidia is announcing today that it has officially retired the Control Panel app. "With the introduction of our most recent Nvidia App update, all actively supported Nvidia Control Panel features for GeForce users have been modernized and transitioned to the new client," says Nvidia. "After 20 years of dedicated se

How Short Videos Became the ONLY Way We Consume Content

Once upon a time, you could probably guess why most things appeared on your feed. Maybe you followed the creator who posted it; maybe you'd liked their stuff in the past; maybe all your friends were into them. That's not how it works anymore, though. The stuff you see on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube Shorts, and elsewhere has become much harder to trace - the feeds are run by algorithms with lots of conflicting incentives, and are being gamed by an army of internet users you might not even know exi

TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 Early Bird Rates End May 29

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The Simple Strategy That Could UNLOCK Predictive AI's Full Potential

A surprisingly easy way to multiply an AI model’s profit is to drive decisions via expected value instead of predictive scores. Here's how, illustrated with fraud detection.

The Billionaire Who Just Spoke About AI Alongside The POPE

On Monday, Pope Leo XIV made history by becoming the first pope to personally present an encyclical, a letter of great importance in which a pope explains his views on a major moral or social challenge facing the world, to his followers. The leader of the Catholic Church didn’t do so on his own, however. He had help in unveiling the encyclical, called “Magnifica humanitas: on safeguarding the human person in the time of artificial intelligence.”  Anthropic cofounder and self-proclaimed atheist C

Spotify Just Made Your Favorite MAGAZINES Talk to You

Spotify is adding narrated magazine articles to its app as it expands beyond music into audiobooks, podcasts, AI audio, and more.

The Deal That Could END Terrible Airplane Wi-Fi FOREVER

American Airlines said it will install SpaceX's Starlink for inflight Wi-Fi on more than 500 of its airplanes.

Why TikTok and Universal Just Teamed Up Against AI MUSIC

For years, UMG has pushed platforms, streaming services, and AI companies to implement stricter content moderation policies

The BIZARRE Round Screen That Changes How You Take Selfies

Oppo launched a new smartphone accessory that makes it easier to snap selfies using your smartphone's rear cameras that typically feature better sensors than front-facing cameras. The Bubble offers similar functionality to the recently announced Insta360 Snap with a screen providing live camera previews so you can properly frame shots, plus remote camera controls and a shutter button. What sets the Bubble apart is a thinner design, wireless capabilities up to nearly 33 feet away, and, unfortunat

The SHOCKING Book Image That Just Appeared on Govee's Website

The sort of light reading material you’d expect to find in a childs bedroom. | Image by Govee, compiled by The Verge Companies often include background props in their product imagery that serve as set dressing, but one of Govee's decorative choices is raising some eyebrows. An eagle-eyed Verge reader spotted that two copies of a book with "White Supremacy" plastered on the spine were included in a lifestyle image on Govee's website, in a scene that seemingly depicts a child's bedroom. You'd be

Why AI Agents Are About to RESHAPE How Companies Work

Amid rapidly growing adoption of enterprise-level AI agents, there’s a disconnect emerging between ambition and execution.  Although 85% of organizations say they want to be agentic within the next three years, 76% say their current operations and infrastructure can’t support that change. They cite a lack of readiness across people, processes, and workflows.  The sticky…

The Cybersecurity Mystery That NOBODY Can Solve

A shadowy group that stole and dumped the NSA’s most powerful hacking tools still has implications for how companies think about digital risk today.

The Gift Card Deal Making Switch 2 Savings EASIER

If you foresee a bunch of Nintendo purchases in your future, Newegg’s deal on Nintendo gift cards might just help save your wallet. The retailer is offering a deal that lets gamers get $200 worth of credit towards games, consoles, and accessories for just $170. Best of all, the gift cards can stack in your account, letting you accrue enough to buy a Nintendo Switch 2 at a sweet discount. Nintendo eShop gift cards Where to Buy: $200 $170 at Newegg ($200) $100 $89.99 at Costco ($100) You don’

The GHOST Hackers Who Paralyzed LA Transit for WEEKS

An Israeli cybersecurity firm said Iran’s government is behind Ababil of Minab, a fake hacktivist persona that has claimed a series of data breaches after the start of the war in Iran.

The Internet Connection That Could Make Flying TOLERABLE Again

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - MAY 12: American Airlines plane are takeoff and lands at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, California, United States on May 12, 2026. (Photo by Tayfun Coskun/Anadolu via Getty Images) | Anadolu via Getty Images American Airlines is planning to install SpaceX's Starlink Wi-Fi in hundreds of its airplanes, the airline announced today. American says the deployment will start in the first quarter of 2027, and will span more than 500 aircraft,

Why India's Gig Workers Are Teaching the World's ROBOTS

Human Archive, a startup founded by Berkeley and Stanford researchers, is paying gig workers in India to wear camera-equipped caps and sensor devices to collect the real-world physical training data that AI and robotics labs are racing to acquire.

Why AI Companies Are EMBEDDING Engineers Inside Your Company

The promise of frontier AI has always sounded like a utility: abundant intelligence, available on demand, as easy to access as electricity, water, or cloud computing. The metaphor is powerful, and for good reason. Utilities scale because they abstract complexity away. You don’t need an engineer from the power company sitting in your office every time you turn on the lights.  And yet, the most sophisticated AI companies in the world are increasingly doing something very different: they are sendin

The Synth That Recreates a LEGEND Without the Nightmare Price

The Memorymoog is legendary for being an absolutely massive-sounding synth and being incredibly unreliable. But now you can enjoy its classic Moog sound without the headaches or the sky-high vintage price, thanks to Arturia's Memory V emulator. The Memorymoog was only made between 1982 and 1985, and was the last polyphonic synth made by Moog before it declared bankruptcy in 1987. People loved its sound, which was described as being six Minimoogs in a box, and the Memorymoog+ was among the first

How the Attention Economy Is DESTROYING Your Brain

Conversations about youth mental health and addiction are often treated as separate issues—different experts, different headlines, different policy conversations. But for today’s young people, these challenges are deeply intertwined. The same forces driving rising levels of anxiety, stress, and social comparison are also shaping their risk for substance use.  In The Anxious Generation, social psychologist Jonathan Haidt argues that the rapid shift to phone-based childhood fundamentally changed t

The Security Cameras That Actually Caught What Others MISSED

These weatherproof outdoor security cams keep a watchful eye on your property while you get on with life. Our list includes battery-powered cameras that need no subscription.

Why the Pope and Wall Street Both Fear What AI Will REPLACE

The leader of the Catholic Church warned about artificial intelligence upending the labor market. Traders on Kalshi see unemployment jumping before 2030.

Why Variety Just Created a Beat Dedicated Entirely to AI

Variety has hired Corbin Bolies as a business reporter covering the intersection of AI and entertainment, with a focus on how the technology is affecting film, television, music and media. Bolies was previously a media reporter at TheWrap, where he covered the business of journalism and its intersection with politics and tech. Prior to that […]

Starlink Just Signed the Airline That Could Change FLYING Forever

American Airlines plans to install SpaceX’s Starlink satellite internet service on more than 500 planes, solidifying the Elon Musk company’s lead among U.S. air carriers.

How the FBI TRACKS Down Anyone Who Posts AI Porn

A creepy saved post on Instagram linked man to AI porn account, FBI says.

The 3D-Printed Robot Legs That Could Change EVERYTHING

Hugging Face debuts $2,500 bipedal robot project for builders and researchers.

The Airline Deal That Proves Starlink's IPO Is INEVITABLE

American Airlines said Tuesday it plans to install Starlink on more than 500 Airbus aircraft, the latest carrier win for IPO-bound SpaceX.

The AI Startup That Just DOUBLED Its Value in 12 Months

OpenRouter has raised a $113 million Series B led by CapitalG. Its 5x growth in usage over six months indicates the multi-AI-model future is here.

GE's Cult-Favorite Ice Maker Just Got SHOCKINGLY Cheap

GE’s nugget ice maker is simple to set up. | Photo by Jennifer Pattison Tuohy / The Verge If you’re looking for ways to make staying cool and hydrated easier this summer, Woot is currently selling a refurbished GE Profile Opal 2.0 Ultra Nugget Ice Maker for $264.99 through June 3rd. That’s $184 less than buying new at its full price, and comes with a 90-day warranty. If you want a brand new model, it’s also on sale for $359 ($90) at Best Buy, or $449 ($50 off) with a side tank included (Amazon

Google Just Replaced Your Fitbit App—And Users Are FURIOUS

The Fitbit app is no more. Along with the launch of the new Fitbit Air (which you can expect a full review of once we've spent more time with it), Google has officially replaced it with Google Health, as previously announced, and many of the responses we've seen so far are full of confusion, frustration, and requests to get the old app back. One post on Reddit calls out a common issue, saying, "I can't even completely fill up my home screen. They only have 2 large tiles available and I can't ju

What Silicon Valley REALLY Thinks About the Pope's AI Warning

Pope Leo XIV’s spiritual message on artificial intelligence arrived as Silicon Valley’s A.I. enthusiasts pursue their own spirituality through technology.

The Mom Who Won't Stop Fighting BIG TECH's Data Center

Kassi Solberg has concerns about a proposed complex the size of 3,800 football fields near her home. Trust us, the developer says.

Why Spotify's CEO Wants AI Music FLOODING Your Playlists

We’ve written a lot about how AI is coming for your job. Now AI is coming for your music, flooding streaming platforms with “AI music slop.” But instead of curbing it, Spotify’s CEO Alex Norström is doubling down and embracing AI-generated music—claiming it offers artists protection from piracy, and music-lovers more freedom to listen to and create more of the kind of music they want. Last week, Spotify and Universal Music Group (UMG) announced landmark licensing agreements, paving the way for S

What the Pope's FIRST Warning About AI Reveals About the FUTURE

In Magnifica Humanitas, the Pope decries the concentration of technological power in a few global players.

The Government Is Now TRACKING Critics of AI Across America

Being critical of AI is far from a fringe position in the United States. Recent polling shows that half of U.S. adults feel more concerned than excited about the increased use of AI in daily life, and among Gen Z specifically, excitement and hope around AI are falling while anger over the tech increases, with 42% of Gen Zers saying AI makes them anxious. But those increasingly common AI-critical sentiments are reportedly raising flags with the federal government. More than a thousand pages of un

Why Nvidia's CEO Just Called AI Layoffs a LAZY Excuse

Jensen Huang has some pointed words for leaders who blame company layoffs on AI. “I think the narrative that connects AI to job loss, for many of the CEOs that are doing it, is just too lazy,” the Nvidia cofounder and CEO said in an interview with Channel NewsAsia. “AI has just arrived. How is it possible they’re already losing jobs? How is it possible that AI became productive and useful only six months ago, and they were somehow laying people off two years ago because of AI?” “It doesn’t make

Why the Vatican Just Invited a Silicon Valley AI Company to Meet the POPE

Pope Leo’s first encyclical marks an unprecedented alliance between the Church and Silicon Valley.

Millions of AI Agents Just Became VULNERABLE — Here's the Flaw

"BadHost" was found in Starlette, a package with 325 million weekly downloads.

Spotify Just Added 650+ Narrated Articles — Including From Major PUBLISHERS

Spotify is bringing another format to listeners’ ears: narrated articles. Starting Tuesday, more than 650 long-form magazine articles will be available (in English) to Spotify users where audiobooks are available. The curated collection of narrated articles, produced the Spotify Audiobooks in-house team, the includes stories from publications including Rolling Stone, The Atlantic, Vogue, Billboard, Vibe, […]

The Pope's AI Warning That's DIVIDING the White House

Pope Leo XIV’s AI warning shows split among Trump officials as the White House resists new guardrails, upping stakes with Catholic voters and Silicon Valley allies.

Why Your Company's AI Strategy Might Be DOOMED

Most enterprise generative AI investments have yet to deliver the value companies envisioned, and every day, more leaders are recognizing that people lie at the heart of the struggle. In this year’s AI & Data Leadership Executive Benchmark Survey, 93% of executives leading AI and data efforts identified human issues around culture and change management as the primary obstacle to adoption. McKinsey Global Managing Partner Bob Sternfels put it plainly on HBR’s IdeaCast: “Half if not more of the se

Sam Altman Admits He Was WRONG About AI Destroying Jobs

Unlike some of his industry peers, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has been surprisingly skeptical of the notion that AI is displacing workers. In an interview a few months ago, he argued that AI was a convenient scapegoat for some companies, echoing what some economists and experts have expressed about the narrative that AI is driving layoffs across corporate America.  “I don’t know what the exact percentage is, but there’s some AI washing where people are blaming AI for layoffs that they would otherwise

Musk Just Revealed How the Military VIOLATED Starlink Rules

Musk says drones used Starlink instead of Starshield, blames military contractor.

Why Starship's REUSABILITY Dream Just Hit a Wall

SpaceX's recent IPO and Starship rocket test flight delivered two big data points that offer a realistic vision for the coming years — and one that may disappoint both the company's boosters and its critics.

Hundreds of UK Trains Are Getting Better WIFI — Finally

Campaigners welcome the move but say passengers are mostly worried about train fares and delays.

The EXODUS From Google That's Accelerating Faster Than Anyone Expected

Google overhauled Search at I/O 2026, replacing blue links with AI agents. The backlash has been swift. DuckDuckGo app installs spiked 30% as users seek a way out.

What TechCrunch Is Looking for in Startup Battlefield 2026

Startup Battlefield applications are due tomorrow, so now's the time to put the finishing touches on your submission!

Why the Pope Just Quoted TOLKIEN to Silicon Valley's BILLIONAIRES

The Holy Father referenced The Lord of the Rings in his encyclical about AI—an expert (if unintentional) troll of tech billionaires who keep misinterpreting the series.

Why Oil Just CRASHED After Trump's Cryptic Iran Statement

Oil prices were sharply lower and stock futures surged after weekend reports that the U.S. appears close to reaching an agreement that would end the war with Iran and reopen the strategic Strait of Hormuz.

The FERRARI That Jony Ive Secretly Helped Design

The Ferrari Luce will start at €550,000 in Italy, but US pricing hasn’t been announced. | Image: Ferrari After months of teasers, Ferrari is offering the first full view of its Luce electric vehicle. The Luce is notable not just for being Ferrari's first EV, but for being designed in collaboration with Jony Ive and Mark Newson at their collective LoveFrom. It's also going to be Ferrari's second four-door car and its first five-seat one. We already knew Ive and Newson were working on the Luce's

Why Entry-Level Jobs Are About to DISAPPEAR

Lord Wolfson tells the BBC Next now typically receives double the number of applicants for one role than it did two years ago.

China Tariffs Are Down — But TRUST Never Recovered

As the largest consumer market globally, the U.S. still remains a prized destination for Chinese companies that are finding ways to address local concerns.

Why South Korea's Stock Market Just Hit a RECORD High

Asia-Pacific markets were set to open broadly higher Tuesday, amid hopes for a breakthrough in the U.S.-Iran peace negotiations.

The Asian Streaming Giant Hitting 50 PLATFORMS

Singapore-based microdrama distributor RisingJoy has struck content licensing deals with more than 50 apps and platforms across 30-plus countries, the company said, as it positions itself for a broader role spanning original production and co-development. The expansion arrives as the microdrama market outside China is projected to reach $4.2 billion this year, according to Media […]

Why This Metal Producer Is About to GET RICHER

War in the Middle East has removed 9% of aluminum from the world market, driving the price higher with forecast that it will stay high for another one-to-two years

The Military Action That Just Changed Oil PRICES Overnight

Donald Trump also said negotiations with Iran were "proceeding nicely," but cautioned that the U.S. could resume military action if discussions were to collapse.

What Uber's Boss Sees From America's Driver's SEAT

Few companies are a stronger barometer of the American economy today than Uber, and few executives have a clearer view of what’s coming than its president and COO, Andrew Macdonald. He shares what Uber’s real-time data reveals about consumer behavior amid surging gas prices, and confronts the uncomfortable question at the heart of Uber’s autonomous vehicle push: What does the company actually owe its millions of drivers?  This is an abridged transcript of an interview from Rapid Response, hosted

The $640,000 Electric MASTERPIECE Designed by Apple's Legendary Creator

Ferrari Reveals $640,000 EV Co-Designed by Jony Ive  MacRumors Ferrari unveils Luce its first fully electric car  BBC Ferrari Launches $640,000, Jony Ive-Designed, Glass-Clad Electric Speedster  WSJ See the 2027 Ferrari Luce Exterior in Full Detail in This Gallery  Car and Driver Ferrari Rolls Out Five-Seat Fully Electric Car in Brand First  Bloomberg.com

Why Ferrari's Most ANTICIPATED Launch Just Terrified Investors

Shares of luxury carmaker Ferrari fell sharply on Tuesday morning, shortly after the company launched its first fully electric vehicle.

The Hidden System That Keeps 100,000 Bags From VANISHING Daily

On a busy day, Delta Air Lines handles more than 100,000 bags at its Atlanta hub. NPR got a rare look behind the scenes at how the airline is using AI to improve baggage-handling operations.

The $343 Million Property Deal That Just RESHAPED Europe

Billionaire Charoen Sirivadhanabhakdi's Frasers Property said the divestment of its European logistics properties was in line with the strategy to recycle capital as part of active portfolio management of stabilized and mature investment properties.

Why Companies Demanding Transparency Refuse to BE Transparent

Generation Z has reshaped workplace expectations. Valuing transparency, authenticity, and purpose-driven leadership, in some senses they have mobilized management to up their game. It could probably be said that these aspirations should have been prioritized all along, however, work simply has not always been this intentional.  As companies have returned to the office and established new norms, value-driven elements are no longer nice-to-have’s, they are baseline expectations. So, what happens w

The Secret Stockpile That's Keeping Oil Prices From EXPLODING Higher

There’s a high chance the Chinese government is injecting petroleum from a strategic supply into the market, Rory Johnston wrote in a recent Commodity Context newsletter.

How Regular Guys Are BEATING Wall Street at Its Own Game

How prediction-market ‘sharps’ have made millions wagering on everything from war to Rotten Tomatoes.

The Robotaxi Company Whose Revenue Just QUINTUPLED Overnight

Pony AI on Tuesday reported a quintupling of robotaxi revenue and increased sales targets as the Chinese vehicle company also saw widening losses.

The Social Security Decision Every Low Earner Gets WRONG

“I calculated her break-even point to be around age 78.”

The Leadership Resets Every Executive MUST Make Now

I used to be the executive leader who had it all. I achieved the extraordinary and was constantly delivering. I started chasing the next win the moment the last one landed. And I’d thought that relentless pace was just what I needed to do to perform at the top. So I kept going. Until my body stopped me. I was diagnosed with a rare, incurable autoimmune disease. I also had cancer twice and spent over a decade in medical waiting rooms. And when circumstances stripped me of every external marker of

The Chemical War Brewing in Your KITCHEN Right Now

There’s a new front in the war over the safety of chemicals used to make nonstick pans.

The One Trade That WINS No Matter What Bonds Do Next

JPMorgan says low-volatility stocks have underperformed this year, are ready to bust out no matter what the macro backdrop looks like.

The Eyewear Brand Betting America Will Finally EMBRACE Aging

In Japan, there is a national public holiday called Keiro no Hi—Respect for our Elders Day—dedicated to honoring the wisdom of the generations that have come before us. In Hindu tradition, the third stage of life, Vanaprastha, frames later years as a period of spiritual depth and accumulated authority. It is hard to picture an analogue in a country that produced “OK, boomer.” Here, the picture is grimmer. According to the World Health Organization, ageism in the form of negative age stereotypes

What BP's Chairman Did That Just ERASED Billions in Minutes

The board of British energy major BP on Tuesday announced it had unanimously decided to remove Chairman Albert Manifold with immediate effect.

Lilly's Billion-Dollar Bet on the Future of VACCINES

Exclusive | Lilly Agrees to Buys Trio of Vaccine Developers  WSJ Eli Lilly to buy three small vaccine developers  statnews.com Lilly to acquire three vaccine developers for nearly $4 billion  Yahoo Finance Lilly to Buy Three Vaccine Developers for Up to $3.8 Billion  Bloomberg.com Eli Lilly acquires three vaccine developers for $3.8 billion  qz.com

Why the Most GENEROUS Leave Policies Are Punishing Working Mothers

Mita Mallick was barely a month into her parental leave when she got a call from a friend. “I’m thinking she’s calling to check in on me, and we’re having a nice conversation,” Mallick recounts. Then she asked a question that took Mallick by surprise: So are you not going back to work? Her friend revealed that Mallick’s employer—a large, recognizable public company with a generous five-month leave policy—had posted her job. “I felt like the floor fell out from under me,” Mallick says. “I was jus

The $2 Trillion Number That Just Changed SpaceX's REALITY

SpaceX’s upcoming IPO promises to be not only a watershed for the space industry, but a landmark in financial markets. The company—which includes the world’s leading space-launch business, its largest satellite broadband provider, and a money-burning AI division—aims to raise about $75 billion, at an estimated valuation of $1.75 to $2 trillion.  Only a decade ago, “the concepts of reusable rockets and low-cost miniaturized satellites were perceived as a bit of a curiosity,” says James Bruegger,

Why Record PROFITS Won't Save You From What's Coming Next

Spiking S&P 500 profits often signal the final innings of a bull market. History says stocks are on thin ice.

The CEO Appointment That Signals TROUBLE for a Mega-Merger

The previous CEO of local TV station group Tegna, Mike Steib, stepped down in March when Nexstar announced it had closed its deal for the smaller rival. But with the Nexstar-Tegna merger currently tied up in an antitrust challenge from state attorneys general and DirecTV, Tegna is appointing a new CEO to run things for […]

Eli Lilly's $4 BILLION Vaccine Bet That Could Change EVERYTHING

The deals are part of Eli Lilly’s effort to expand into infectious disease research and development.

The Quantum Computing Stock That Could Debut at $13 BILLION

Quantinuum sets terms for its IPO, in which the quantum computing company looks to raise up to $1 billion.

How Your BABY Could Earn $5.7 Million by Age 60 (Legally)

One content creator says this 18-year savings plan will make her baby extremely wealthy. CPAs think it’s a great idea for certain families.

The Sky Zone Founder's Book Reveals What FAILURE Really Looks Like

“Off the Ground: From the Brink of Bankruptcy to the Billion-Dollar Sky Zone Empire” by Case Lawrence is released with Forbes Books.

Why BP Just REMOVED Its Chairman in a Move Nobody Saw Coming

Senior independent director Amanda Blanc says the board has been "surprised and disappointed" to learn of the issues.

Why Bond Traders Are Suddenly Betting on PEACE in Iran

The yield on the 10-year U.S. Treasury note — the key benchmark for U.S. government borrowing — fell more than 6 basis points to 4.510%.

Wells Fargo Just Made a Move That Could Change How HOMES Are Built

Wells Fargo will provide a 50 basis point lender credit to buyers of Icon homes using its mortgages.

The Bear Market WARNING Signal Wall Street Refuses to Acknowledge

Veteran trader Steve Burns prepares for a 50% decline and exposes the 3 “deadly stock-market sins” destroying portfolios.

The Ferrari That Jony Ive Helped CREATE—And Wall Street's Reaction

It’s an exciting week for Ferrari, but you wouldn’t know that by looking at its stock. On Monday, the Italian luxury carmaker unveiled the Luce, its first foray into electric cars and a moment five years in the making.  The Luce has four electric engines, a 122kWh battery, and takes about 2.5 seconds to reach 60 miles per hour. It’s also the company’s first five-seater car.  The Ferrari EV was designed by Jony Ive and Marc Newson at the creative collective LoveFrom. Ive was previously the chief

Why a Billionaire's Son Just STEPPED DOWN After His Father's Death

Andic was alone with his father on a hike in 2024 when the billionaire fell to his death.

Why Oil Traders Are Too AFRAID to Make a Move Right Now

Oil markets fear Iran may impose fees on ships crossing the Strait of Hormuz as part of any peace deal with the U.S.

What Just Made UK Bond Yields RETREAT From Dangerous Highs

As bond markets returned from a bank holiday on Tuesday morning, the yield on the benchmark 10-year bond stood at 4.85%.

Why We're TRIMMING This Stock Up 80% Since April

More broadly, we don't buy parabolic moves; we take profits.

The Chipotle Rival Closing Stores Across America — And Facing a LAWSUIT

Fans of the Mexican casual food chain Guzman y Gomez were surprised to learn last week that the Australia-based competitor to Chipotle Mexican Grill had abruptly closed all of its U.S. locations. And the chain’s customers weren’t the only ones surprised by the news. Now, some of its former employees are suing the company over the unexpected closures. Here’s what you need to know. What’s happened? On May 21, Guzman y Gomez, a chain of Mexican fast-casual restaurants based in Australia, abruptly a

Why INFLATION Matters More Than Growth for Your Portfolio

There have been five significant shifts in the market in the past decade, per strategists at Piper Sandler.

The CEO Who Never Heard of the Strait NAVIGATING an Oil Crisis

Medical supply company Gentell sources raw materials from around the world, and the crisis at the Strait of Hormuz is causing volatility for its business.

The Ferrari That Doesn't Look Like A FERRARI At All

The Ferrari Luce has a lot of glass, metallic finish, and rounded edges. In other words, it’s got Jony Ive all over it. | Image: Ferrari Ferrari makes some of the fastest cars on the planet, so it's anyone's guess how the Italian automaker ended up being so incredibly late to the EV party. Long after most automakers have drastically scaled back their EV ambitions, cancelled battery-powered models, or curtailed factory plans, Ferrari emerges from the shadows with a real weird one: the all-elect

The Chip Company That Just Joined Tech's TRILLION-Dollar Club

A global memory shortage driven by AI is spiking demand for chipmakers like Micron.

Ferrari's First ELECTRIC Car — And Why You'll NEVER Own One

The Ferrari Luce seems to be more aimed at regulatory compliance and China, putting a lot of pressure on the Jony Ive-designed EV.

Why Space Stocks Are EXPLODING After SpaceX's Latest Move

SpaceX, which is planning to go public soon, recently tested the latest version of its massive 407-foot rocket for the first time.

The US Company That Just Got BLOCKED by an Entire Country

The move to block the acquisition of the cloud company that hosts the Dutch digital ID service comes as Europe continues to reduce its reliance on U.S. technology.

The Roth Conversion Trick That Could Save You 35% in TAXES

The age-old rule applies: If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.

Why One Bank Just Set a Price Target NOBODY Saw Coming

Strong memory chip demand is leading to “enhanced” long term agreements that should benefit Micron’s stock and earnings power, UBS says.

The SHOCKING Reason BP Just Fired Its Chairman

BP ousts Chair Albert Manifold citing governance standards, oversight and conduct  Reuters BP Ousts Chairman, Citing ‘Serious Concerns’ Over Conduct  The New York Times BP board takes immediate action against top executive  KHOU BP shares fall after board removes chairman Albert Manifold over 'serious’ conduct concerns  CNBC BP Removes Manifold as Chair on Serious Governance Concerns  Bloomberg.com

The $300,000 Family Trust That Could Become a TAX Nightmare

“My thought is to distribute all of the income to my children each year so that the trust itself pays little to no tax.”

Why We're Selling This Stock After a 10% SURGE

The stock has made a nice move over the past week.

The Dropbox CEO Just Announced He's LEAVING—Here's What Happened to the Stock

Apple’s Tim Cook isn’t the only well-known tech CEO stepping away from the chief executive role this year. Now, Dropbox, Inc. (Nasdaq: DBX) founder and CEO Drew Houston has announced he, too, is departing the company he is synonymous with. Here’s what you need to know about Houston’s departure and how investors are reacting to the news. What happened? Today, Dropbox founder and CEO Drew Houston announced he will be retiring from the chief executive role at the company. Houston has been with the

The Cybersecurity Stocks That Are SURGING Right Now

Mike Khouw is long Zscaler into earnings after the close.

Cramer's Data Center Pick That Wall Street IGNORED

The Investing Club holds its "Morning Meeting" every weekday at 10:20 a.m. ET.

AutoZone's Stock Just Had Its Worst Day Since the PANDEMIC Crash

Concerns included international growth, margin compression as well as pressures from inflation, energy costs and potential supply chain disruptions.

What a DOG SHOW Reveals About Your Brand Strategy

We are living through a golden age of faking it: the AI stunt that earns a news cycle and dissolves the moment you press on it, the activation that is shared for five minutes and forgotten, and the commercial that’s more about the celebrity starring in it than the brand. Merriam-Webster named slop the word of 2025. It’s the equivalent of an artificial sweetener; surface-level buzz at best, no substance beneath. So, for the sake of timeline cleansing and inspiration, let’s talk about one of my fa

Why David Beckham Is About to Lecture the World's RICHEST CEOs

Sir David Beckham, Partner, Authentic and Co-Owner, Inter Miami CF, will be a featured keynote speaker at the 2026 Forbes Iconoclast Summit, to be held on June 3 in New York City and virtually.

What Your Company Should Actually DO During Pride Month

Each year, June marks Pride Month for the LGBTQ+ community and our allies. This is a time for both celebration and acknowledgment of the progress we have yet to make. In recent years, there has been significant attention on the role that businesses play during Pride Month. As the CEO of one of the largest LGBTQ+ organizations in the U.S., I’ve worked with numerous companies—across all industries, sizes, and locations—looking to support our community in meaningful ways. Here are a few insights to

Why Oil Prices Are About to Hit UNPRECEDENTED Highs

Prolonged closure of Strait of Hormuz could send crude oil prices to new highs this summer.

The Labor Victory That Could TRANSFORM the Gig Economy

Drivers for ride-hailing apps such as Uber and Lyft in Massachusetts became the first in the nation Tuesday to certify a union, marking a milestone in the growing effort to organize gig-economy workers amid ongoing concerns over pay, expenses, and working conditions. The victory could provide a model for similar campaigns gaining traction in states including California and Illinois, where labor organizers are increasingly targeting app-based industries as drivers also grapple with the rapid expa

Why Ferrari's First ELECTRIC Car Has Everyone LOSING It

Ferrari’s first-ever all-electric vehicle, the Ferrari Luce, was designed to look “entirely new,” the company says, and so far the reaction to the new EV has been polarized. Shares of the Italian luxury automaker fell in premarket trading Tuesday after Ferrari unveiled the car named after the Italian word for “light” on the anniversary of its first Rome Grand Prix victory. [Photo: Ferrari] The Luce, expected to sell for about $640,000, was designed by former Apple chief design officer Jony I

The BATTLE Brewing in Gold Markets—And Who Will WIN

Options volumes leaned bullish in both the SPDR Gold ETF (GLD) and VanEck Gold Miners ETF (GDX) on Tuesday.

Why Gulf Shrimpers Are BEGGING Congress for Help

The declining number of Gulf shrimpers who are still in business are now struggling as gas prices rise and competition with cheaper imports remains high.

OpenAI Is Eyeing an IPO — What You NEED to Know

Anticipation is building for a potential OpenAI IPO. Discover the latest valuation trends and risks before the ChatGPT maker hits the market.

Apple's Record Surge Faces a Test Next Month That Could CHANGE Everything

The iPhone maker's WWDC kicks off on June 8, offering Apple another chance to impress Wall Street on AI.

The Dow Just Turned 130 — But Is It Too OLD to Follow?

The Dow turns 130 years old, and despite its recent underperformance, it still remains relevant to most investors.

Why Musk's TWO Empires Might Soon Become ONE

With SpaceX headed for the public markets next month, industry experts and people close to Elon Musk are speculating about a potential tie-up with Tesla.

Where Smart Money Is HIDING After the Market Bloodbath

The bond market is tied up in knots about the Iran war and inflation, as well as what the Federal Reserve under new chair Kevin Warsh might do about it.

What Google's CEO Just Said About Being a CEO That Will SHOCK You

At Google, AI is reshaping employees’ titles and how they work. Last month, Google Cloud’s senior director and chief evangelist Richard Seroter told Fast Company that software engineers have turned into product engineers, or architects, as they move away from manual coding to directing teams of AI agents. It seems that AI also changed how Google’s CEO, Sundar Pichai, works, too.  “I just think the CEO job is not that complicated,” Pichai said when asked how close AI is to replacing him as a CEO

Why Wall Street Thinks the S&P 500 Could Hit 8,000 or BEYOND

The hottest thing in the U.S. this summer isn’t the weather — it’s the rip-roaring stock market.

Why Gen Z Is Making Walmart and Ross BILLIONS Right Now

As seemingly everything gets more expensive, younger consumers are increasingly driving growth for the nation’s biggest discount retailers.

SpaceX Just Landed a $2 BILLION Military Contract

The U.S. Space Force on Tuesday awarded SpaceX a new, pricy satellite contract, further tying the company to its biggest customer.

After Shein's SHOCK, Everlane's Founder Reveals His Next Move

Last weekend, when Puck announced that the sustainable fashion startup Everlane had been acquired by the Chinese ultra fast fashion retailer Shein, it sent shockwaves throughout the fashion world. Michael Preysman, who founded Everlane in 2011, was just as shocked. “I found out the same time as everyone else,” he said in a LinkedIn post a week ago. “I’m not involved with the company anymore, and like many, am still digesting the news.” Well, Preysman is done digesting. And it seems that he’s re

The Trump Decision That Just Saved Volvo's CONNECTED Cars

Volvo, which is majority owned by China's Geely Holdings, said it can now move forward with its expansion plans for its U.S. factory.

What Everlane's Founder Is Launching NEXT

After the sale of Everlane to Shein, a deal that shocked and outraged customers, Everlane’s founder announced he's launching a new brand designed to sustain its values.

Massie's Next Move After Defeat — But Which OFFICE?

Representative Thomas Massie of Kentucky, a critic of President Trump who lost his primary last week, filed papers for another candidacy but said he was not sure which office he might seek.

Why a Governor Is Demanding Access to This ICE FACILITY

Gov. Sherrill Demands Access to ICE Facility as Hunger Strike Widens  The New York Times A hunger strike at an ICE facility in New Jersey has spurred protests. Here’s what we know  CNN Davenport 'Deeply Troubled' by the 'Treatment of Protesters,' Denial of Gov. Sherrill  Insider NJ Protesters clash with ICE agents outside New Jersey detention center  The Guardian Protesters clash with ICE agents outside Delaney Hall amid hunger strike; Governor Sherrill denied entry  ABC7 New York

What Vance Is Planning With State PROSECUTORS

Vance to host state AGs at White House for fraud task force meeting  Politico Vance harps on fraud as Trump pledges $1.7B in public funds for allies  The Independent LePage Says Maine Fraud Problem Is “Even Worse Than I Thought” After JD Vance Visit  The Maine Wire Vice President Provides Anti-Fraud Task Force Update  The Presidential Prayer Team Vance gives update on fraud investigations, warns more people will be prosecuted  KATV

The Texas Senate Race That's Coming Down to ONE Final Day

Cornyn and Paxton flood Texas airwaves in final day of GOP Senate runoff  AP News Texas GOP runoff suddenly looks like a potential wipeout — according to prediction markets  MS NOW Cornyn tries to hold on to Texas Senate seat in runoff with Paxton, the latest test of Trump's power  AP News What to expect in the Texas US Senate Republican primary runoff  PBS Why Texas Republicans see Trump-backed Ken Paxton as a red flag  The Times

The Texas Race That Could REDEFINE the Republican Party

Controversial Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is challenging U.S. Sen. John Cornyn's reelection. The $100 million fight could have far-reaching implications for the GOP, and party control of the Senate.

The UNLIKELY Alliance Standing Between Trump and His WALL

An unusual coalition of people across the political spectrum have banded together to rally against a border wall in the Big Bend.

The New Deportation Tactic That's Changing EVERYTHING

The Justice Department is moving up the court hearings for hundreds of immigrants and scheduling them for mass hearings. If they don't show up, they could be ordered deported.

What Shapiro Just Said About 2028 Over a SLICE of Pizza

Why Federal Prosecutors Can't Get Grand Juries to COOPERATE Anymore

Judges and grand juries have increasingly lost faith in the Justice Department as the president uses it to reward his friends and go after his opponents.

The Election Denier Who's About to Become Georgia's NEXT Governor

Burt Jones, the leading G.O.P. candidate for governor, worked with Trump allies to try to overturn the election, and even talked to the president himself.

The White House Just Changed Green Cards FOREVER

Plus, will anyone want an electric Ferrari?

Why Carney Says Alberta's Exit Would Be a BREXIT-Level Disaster

The Canadian prime minister led the Bank of England when the U.K. left the European Union in 2020.

Why the PM Just Intervened in These Boys' RAPE Sentences

The sentences of boys spared custody over the rape of two girls in Hampshire will be referred to the Court of Appeal, the prime minister has said.

Why Bad Policies Always Brew the Most POISONOUS Politics

Extremism emerges when governments consistently flout public opinion and don’t deliver results.

Why Trump's Age and Security Threats Are Finally CATCHING Up

Trump’s advanced age and threats to his life serve as reminders of his own mortality  CNN Trump faces questions about age and health as he heads to Walter Reed  MS NOW Trump to get 'routine annual' medical exam 7 months after last visit to Walter Reed  NPR Trump faces his annual physical. Here’s what to know about his health  The Times Trump faces health questions ahead of another Walter Reed trip  Yahoo

What Sturgeon DIDN'T Ask About Her Party's Missing Money

The former SNP MP has called for an independent inquiry into how Peter Murrell was able to embezzle more than £400,000.

Why Alabama's Political Map Just Got REJECTED by the Courts

Alabama is likely to appeal the ruling, which stops an effort to use a new congressional map that would redraw one majority-Black district.

What Doctors Found During Trump's PHYSICAL Exam

President Trump, whose health has been a subject of public scrutiny, will turn 80 next month.

The Congressional MAP That Just Got BLOCKED — And What It Means for Power

A three-judge panel found that the 2023 congressional district maps adopted by Alabama intentionally discriminated against Black voters.

Why the FBI's Former Director Just Got More TIME — For a Seashell Trial

A judge has granted James Comey's request to delay until Oct. 21 the start of his trial for allegedly threatening to kill President Trump by posting a seashell photo.

The BALLROOM Fight That Has Trump FUMING at Congress

Trump fumes at Congress and courts for holding up his ballroom  The Washington Post Trump renews petition for White House ballroom, pointing to nearby shooting  Al Jazeera Attorney general files request to resume ballroom construction, citing latest White House shooting  CBS News DOJ filing invokes weekend White House shooting in ballroom case  ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos US Justice Department seeks to lift injunction on ballroom project after shooting  Yahoo

Are You Leaving $58 BILLION on the Table Without Knowing It?

Lack of awareness, social stigma, application struggles and eligibility concerns prevent people from getting benefits

What CNN's Doctor Just Said About the President's Daytime BEHAVIOR

Trump's visit to Walter Reed Tuesday for a physical exam raises questions about recent incidents where the president seemed to doze off in public.

The Congressman Trading Stocks While Missing for MONTHS

Kean has insisted he’s still running for re-election despite an undisclosed health condition that’s kept him absent from Washington.

Supreme Court Just Changed What Immigration Judges Can SAY

A group of immigration judges in 2020 challenged work-related restrictions on their public speaking engagements, saying they violated their free speech rights.

Trump's Endorsement Just Turned Texas Into a BATTLEFIELD

President Donald Trump last week endorsed Texas Attorney General over incumbent Sen. John Cornyn.

Why Dana White Held a UFC Fight While IRAN Burns

UFC president Dana White rebuffed critiques about holding a high-profile fight at the White House during a war, saying the UFC “can’t just bend and break and roll over for every bad thing that happens.”

The Biblical Verse Trump Uses to Justify INVASIONS

President Trump isn't much of a Bible-quoter, but some members of his administration are, and they have used Scripture to frame controversial policies as justified by the Good Book.

Why Democratic AGs Just REFUSED Vance's White House Meeting

Vice President JD Vance is leading an initiative by the Trump administration to reduce fraud in federally funded programs that are administered by states.

Why South Carolina Republicans Just DEFIED Trump's Direct ORDER

With early voting already underway, it became clear there was no longer enough support to use new lines before the November midterm elections.

Why Trump Is Taking His Cabinet AWAY From Washington This Week

Trump and his top officials will make the rare trip to the woodsy Maryland retreat to discuss issues both foreign and domestic, a White House official said.

The SILENCING Contract Trump Wants Every Federal Worker to Sign

Trump administration proposes NDAs for federal workers to crack down on leaks to journalists  Reuters Trump administration proposes government-wide NDAs  Politico Trump administration proposes having all federal workers sign NDAs  CNN Trump administration proposes non-disclosure agreements for federal employees to stop leaks  PBS OPM Plans New, Government-Wide Nondisclosure Agreement Form  FEDweek

The January 6th Evidence That Just VANISHED From Government Servers

The Trump Department of Justice purged government news releases with information about prosecutions of rioters who attacked the U.S. Capitol and assaulted law enforcement on Jan. 6, 2021.

Americans Say Life Is TERRIBLE — But One Side Says They're LYING

Are Americans really feeling worse than ever about their financial well-being? A long-running survey of consumers suggests the answer is yes, drawing a sharp rebuke President Trump’s right-hand man on the economy.

The Florida Map That Could Hand Republicans FOUR More Seats

The plaintiffs had argued that the map violated a state ban on partisan gerrymandering that the state’s voters passed in 2010.

Trump Wants Federal Workers to Sign Something They've NEVER Had to Before

The Trump administration has proposed creating a new government-wide nondisclosure agreement for new and existing federal employees.

Critics of Charlie Kirk Just Won $2 Million — Here's What HAPPENED

After the killing of Charlie Kirk, Vice President JD Vance called on employers to fire people who criticized him.

Why This Civil Rights Group Says the DOJ Is Coming After THEM

Defense lawyers are increasingly accusing the Justice Department under President Trump of using its powers to prioritize the president’s political imperatives above the pursuit of actual justice.

The Last-Minute Court Order That SAVED One Man's Life

An appeals court has granted pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil a temporary stay while he seeks to have his detention case reviewed by the Supreme Court.

The Housing REVOLUTION One Leader Just Promised

What Trump's 3-Hour Hospital Visit Just Revealed About His HEALTH

Trump wraps up 3-hour medical visit to Walter Reed and declares 'Everything checked out PERFECTLY'  AP News Trump Declares Himself in Good Health After Physical Exam at Walter Reed  The New York Times Is President Trump healthy? What we know about his recent medical exam  KMBC Trump’s advanced age and threats to his life serve as reminders of his own mortality  CNN Trump wraps up 3-hour medical visit and declares ‘Everything checked out PERFECTLY'  NBC4 Washington

Why Democrats Might Win Midterms By DEFAULT, Strategist Warns

The DNC released its highly-anticipated autopsy of the 2024 election last week.

Texas Redistricting Forces Democrats to Fight EACH OTHER

A Republican-led redistricting effort forced Representative Al Green, who has served 11 terms, and Christian Menefee, one of the newest members of Congress, into a battle for the same seat.

The Hidden Forces That Will Decide Who Controls CONGRESS

President Trump has sought revenge in G.O.P. primaries. Democrats have turned out to vote in large numbers. Republicans have gained a redistricting advantage.

Why Trump Wants Nuclear Startups to Use PLUTONIUM

The U.S. government is sitting on dozens of tons of weapons-grade plutonium. It's hoping startups can find a use for it.

The SILENCING Clause Trump Wants Every Federal Worker to Sign

Lawyers representing federal workers said the move is intended to chill speech and could be challenged on First Amendment grounds.

Where Trump Plans to Send Americans EXPOSED to Ebola

In past outbreaks, Americans exposed to the virus were sent home to be treated in state-of-the-art facilities. The Trump administration has already flown some U.S. citizens to Europe for treatment.

Netanyahu's Next Move Could RESHAPE the Middle East

After the prime minister made the announcement, the Israeli military said it had struck more than 70 Hezbollah sites in the past day.

Russia Just Told Foreign Nationals to LEAVE Kyiv Immediately

Russia threatens more Kyiv strikes and tells foreign nationals to leave  BBC Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, May 24, 2026  Institute for the Study of War Russia Tells US to Evacuate Its Diplomats and Citizens From Kyiv  Bloomberg.com Russia warns foreigners to leave Kyiv as it prepares ‘systematic strikes’  Al Jazeera Russia-Ukraine war: Large-scale Russian attack on Ukraine leaves four dead and dozens injured  BBC

The Child Abuse Crisis SHAKING Paris Schools

A school assistant goes on trial accused of sexual mistreatment of children in his care, in the latest case to rock the Paris school system.

Why the Pentagon Just Launched STRIKES on Iranian Soil—Again

The strikes on Iranian missile launch sites and boats were taken in "self-defence", US Central Command says.

Why Russia Just Told FOREIGNERS to Leave Kyiv Immediately

It comes after the Ukrainian capital suffered one of the biggest aerial assaults of the war overnight on Saturday.

Trump's PEACE Push Interrupted by Sudden Military ACTION in Iran

Targets included missile launch sites and Iranian boats attempting to emplace mines.

What Russia Just Demanded From the U.S. About KYIV

Ukraine war briefing: Russia pressures US to clear way for attacks on Kyiv  The Guardian Ukraine residents wander around a site of a Russian attack in Kyiv  Honolulu Star-Advertiser Russia warns foreigners to leave Kyiv as it prepares ‘systematic strikes’  Al Jazeera Russia Tells US to Evacuate Its Diplomats and Citizens From Kyiv  Bloomberg.com Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, May 24, 2026  Institute for the Study of War

Trump's Greenland Obsession Just Made This Country Reconsider EVERYTHING

Iceland has stood apart from the rest of Europe. But President Trump’s threats to Greenland have provoked a reconsideration.

Inside the Indian State Where VIOLENCE Is Now Just Daily Life

Three years after riots tore apart Manipur, the state remains in disarray. Barbed wire and armed checkpoints made it difficult for Times reporters to cross, even before the recent clashes.

Why the Pentagon Just Launched STRIKES Inside Iran—Again

President Donald Trump announced "major combat operations" against Iran on Feb. 28, with massive joint U.S.-Israeli strikes.

Why the Woman at the Center of France's BIGGEST Rape Trial Is Shocked Again

In an interview with BBC Breakfast, the French rape survivor praises the bravery of a young girl for coming forward following the incidents in Fordingbridge.

North Korea's Latest PROVOCATION Over International Waters

South Korea says North Korea has launched multiple close-range ballistic missiles toward the sea

The Strike That Just Made Your Gas Tank EXPONENTIALLY More Expensive

Optimism for a resolution to the conflict and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz was checked after the United States said it had carried out strikes on missile launch sites in Iran.

The Former Leader Whose Trial Is About to REVEAL Everything

Former DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson has pleaded not guilty to all 18 charges he faces, including one count of rape.

The Strike That Just Shattered a FRAGILE Peace Deal

U.S. renews strikes on Iran, citing threats posed to American troops  The Washington Post Iran War Live Updates: U.S. Strikes Iranian Targets in Fresh Bout of Fighting  WSJ US strikes Iran again: What we know, and is the ceasefire over?  Al Jazeera U.S. conducts 'self-defense strikes' in Iran as Trump pushes for peace deal  CNBC US military says it carried out ‘self-defense’ strikes in Iran, including on missile launch sites  AP News

Russia's Warning Just Put Every American in Kyiv on HIGH ALERT

Moscow said it would be launching “systematic and consistent strikes” on the city of Kyiv.

The Collision That Just Killed Four on Their Way to SCHOOL

Seven children, a chaperone and the minibus driver were on a level crossing when the accident happened, broadcaster VRT reported.

Why Three Teens Never Made It Out of the WATER

Three teenagers were found in water in separate incidents across England on Bank Holiday Monday.

The Escalation Netanyahu Just Promised That Changes EVERYTHING

The Israeli military hits targets in eastern Lebanon after the prime minister announces further strikes.

The Man Who Admitted His Role in FOUR Migrant Deaths

A man pleads guilty to endangering others after an incident off the coast of France.

The Village Strike That Just Killed ELEVEN in Lebanon

Israel says it struck 100 Hezbollah infrastructure sites and fighters in Lebanon, after PM Benjamin Netanyahu vows to "crush" Hezbollah.

What Russia's Latest THREATS Reveal About the War's Direction

Moscow's rhetoric may point to the Kremlin's nervousness over the war's direction, our defence correspondent writes from Kyiv.

Why Israel Just IGNORED America's Urgent Plea for PEACE

Hezbollah, the Iran-backed militant group, has also kept up rocket and drone attacks on Israeli troops, as the escalations threaten to complicate diplomatic efforts.

How One STORK Outsmarted a Russian Drone

A white stork, Ukraine's national bird, outmaneuvered a Russian interceptor, showing us both not only why birds have the edge but also what future drone might looks like.

America Put Humans on the MOON — So Why Can't It Do This for Iranians?

Jason Rezaian spent years reporting from Iran before being imprisoned by the regime. He says internet access is key to transforming the country—if only the US government would do something about it.

The Exam Leak That Just DESTROYED Thousands of Students' Futures

Those affected will have to resit, or will get a mark based on their performance in other assignments.

Why Nearly 1,000 People Just Risked EVERYTHING to Cross the Channel

A total of 989 people arrived in the UK in 14 boats between Friday and Monday.

The May Heatwave That's KILLING Europeans and Rewriting the Calendar

Temperature records are breaking and triggering government warnings, with London hitting 95 degrees the past two days. Experts say unpredictable and extreme weather is becoming more frequent.

The Spring Heat Wave That's SHATTERING Every Record Across EUROPE

Authorities in Britain and France warned that “unprecedented” temperatures — at a time when few expected them — could persist. Climate change has made heat waves more frequent and more intense.

Why Europe's Thermometers Are Breaking TWICE in 48 Hours

Temperatures soared to 35.1C in Kew Gardens, south-west London, according to provisional figures.

Iran Just Ended Its Internet BLACKOUT—Here's What That Really Means

Organizations that track online traffic confirmed an uptick in activity on Tuesday, as Iranians reconnected to the global internet after a government-imposed shutdown.

Why the Post Office Scandal Won't Be Solved for FIVE More Years

The commander leading the national police inquiry says the size of the investigation team would need to double in order to meet its current timeline

Israel's Strikes Just Killed ELEVEN in Lebanese Village

Eleven killed in Lebanon village as Israel intensifies strikes  BBC Israel pounds Lebanon with strikes, expands ground operations past security zone  Reuters Israel and Hezbollah clash along strategic river after overnight strikes across Lebanon  PBS Israeli strike on village in eastern Lebanon kills 12, as Israel calls up more troops there  NBC News Israel Steps Up Lebanon Offensive as U.S. Pushes for Iran Peace Deal  The New York Times

The Shocking Similarity Between Ukraine and Iran That Nobody's TALKING About

Aspects such as drone technology and diplomacy show how the wars intersect on the battlefield and in global alignments, providing a model for future conflicts.

Iran's EXPLOSIVE Accusation That Could Unravel Everything

Live Updates: Iran accuses U.S. of "grave violation" of ceasefire as Trump seeks "good deal or no deal"  CBS News Live updates: Iran war news; Iran’s IRGC threatens to retaliate after US strikes on launch sites and boats  CNN Amid fresh strikes, what does diplomacy between the U.S. and Iran entail?  NPR Iran War Live Updates: Trump Offers Conflicting Signals on Peace Talks as Iran Threatens Retaliation for U.S. Strikes  The New York Times Iran threatens retaliation after U.S. strikes in southern

Blair's BRUTAL Assessment of Labour's Vision

The ex-Labour PM says Sir Keir Starmer's government is in the "wrong position" ahead of the next election.

The Synagogue Attack That Just Led to an ARREST

The 49-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of offences "relating directly" to the October 2025 attack.

The UK Just Set a May Temperature Record That SHOULDN'T Exist

It comes after the UK recorded its warmest May night on Sunday when temperatures reached 19.4C.

England About to Break a Heat Record That Should TERRIFY You

It comes after the UK recorded its hottest May day on record as part of London reached 34.8C on Monday.

The Hidden Alzheimer's Trigger Scientists Just Found—and How to STOP It

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NASA Just Used Mars to Reach a World Made of METAL

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In the highly competitive and profitable world of professional sports, stadium building has become an arms race. With lucrative sponsorships and naming deals on the table, and the potential jackpot of hosting an event like the Super Bowl, sports teams are scrambling for the biggest buildings, the largest screens, the flashiest private suites, and the most tech-forward fan experiences. But newer isn’t always better. For a growing number of professional sports teams and stadium operators, it’s sta

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The Toronto Blue Jays skipper acknowledged some struggles for the team’s new $60 million star after a concerning slump.

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The Philadelphia Phillies have a surprising connection to San Diego Padres three-time All-Star Fernando Tatis Jr.

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Sports mad Philadelphia has played a clever game ahead of the World Cup and the city's retailers and restaurants stand to gain from a deliberately fan first approach.

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The 2026 Major League Pickleball season kicked off in Dallas with energy, upsets, and Ben Johns dominating as he led the Los Angeles Mad Drops to victory.

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Shares of MSG Sports have climbed 39% this year and are up 88% over the last 12 months. And that was before the Knicks made it to the NBA Finals.

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About halfway into “Forever Your Maternal Animal,” a striking confession appears almost out of nowhere. The two main characters in the film, sisters in their early twenties, are sitting in a mall restaurant when the younger one says she has sex with the spirits who visit her room at night. She’s so detailed in her […]

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For his first narrative feature, Mexican director Bruno Santamaría Razo — who’s previously made documentaries — chooses a personal memory piece. “Six Months in a Pink and Blue Building” draws from the filmmaker’s own life, and in particular from the time when he turned 11 and his father was diagnosed with HIV. A portrait of […]

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Nicolas Cage is still remembering that he might have blown a big chance when he turned down a role in Christopher Nolan’s “Insomnia.” The Oscar-winning actor covered numerous pivotal moments in his career in an antic, wide-ranging interview with the New York Times ahead of the premiere of his “Spider-Noir” series on MGM+, and recalled […]

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Lisa Rinna has starred in her own reality series and she has guested on many others, but she is no supporter of fellow reality star Spencer Pratt’s campaign to become the next mayor of Los Angeles. Rinna weighed in on L.A.’s fractured mayoral race as she stopped to speak with Variety on the red carpet […]

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The critical conversation around Curry Barker's debut feature has coalesced around three areas of agreement.

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Netflix has a new No. 1 show and it has a 95% Rotten Tomatoes score from critics, and it's certainly worth giving it a shot.

What Christopher Nolan Is Planning Before His ODYSSEY Launch

Christopher Nolan is set to be featured in a complete retro by the Toronto International Film Festival’s summer marquee series that will start ahead of the July 17 North-American theatrical premiere of “The Odyssey.” The series at TIFF Lightbox cinema, titled “Christopher Nolan: Grand Designs,” will run July 8–Aug. 20 and feature screenings of Nolan’s works […]

Julia Louis-Dreyfus Is Finally Doing What She's NEVER Done Before

Julia Louis-Dreyfus is heading to the Great White Way. The Emmy-winning actor is making her Broadway debut this fall in “Other Desert Cities” alongside Ed Harris, Allison Janney, Joe Keery and Lily Rabe. Keery, best known for “Stranger Things,” is also making is Broadway debut. Set in sunny Palm Springs, the story follows a wealthy, […]

Why These BTS Oreos Were Designed to NEVER Be Eaten

BTS has turned sold-out stadium tours, albums, and merch drops into global events. Now, the group is taking on another challenge: reinventing the Oreo cookie. Oreo is teaming up with the Korean supergroup on a limited-edition cookie that blends Korean street food inspiration with fan-focused collectible packaging and custom cookie designs. The new Limited Edition Oreo & BTS Cookies feature a hotteok-inspired creme flavor based on the sweet Korean brown sugar pancake commonly sold at street marke

Drake Just Did What Michael Jackson NEVER Could

Drake has broken the record previously held by Michael Jackson for most No. 1s on the Billboard Hot 100 by a solo male artist as “Janice STFU” bows atop the chart following the release of his trio of albums. With that accomplishment, Drake now ties Rihanna and Taylor Swift for most No. 1s across all […]

The Film Exploring Rwanda's Genocide Legacy Nobody Wants to FORGET

The first words spoken in Marie-Clémentine Dusabejambo’s “Ben’Imana,” are of forgiveness. But the body does not forget and the speaker’s defiant stare and tight, unyielding stance suggest she is trying, not wholly successfully, to discipline herself into feeling the words as well as just saying them. Dusejambo’s fraught yet forthright first film, which recently won […]

Why Woody Is Getting OLD and What That Means for Toy Story

SPOILER WARNING: This story discusses plot details for “Toy Story 5.” Pixar’s “Toy Story 5” doesn’t open until June 19, but fans are clamoring for every snippet released by the studio. Beloved toys Buzz Lightyear, Woody, Jessie, Rex, Forky and the rest of the gang are back in the franchise’s fifth installment. The story picks up […]

The Secret Way to Watch ESPN Unlimited Without PAYING

If you’re a sports fan, then ESPN is a must-watch for its around-the-clock sports news, analysis coverage and highlights. It’s also the home for pro sports, including NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, WNBA and other leagues. With the network, you can watch games and matches online with its official streaming platform, ESPN Unlimited. The app includes […]

The Searchlight Executive Who Just Made a STRATEGIC Move to JustWatch

Former Searchlight Pictures executive Terence Sheridan has joined JustWatch in its Los Angeles office, where he will serve as Senior VP of Media Strategy. With more than 15 years of experience in media, digital advertising and media strategy for major film releases, Sheridan will help bring JustWatch’s performance media, data and technology to a wider […]

What Sam Elliott Is Still CHASING After Decades in Hollywood

Sam Elliott is one of the most recognizable actors working today. Just don’t tell him that. “We went to this thing at the Directors Guild the other day, and it seemed, to me, so over the top that they were talking about me being iconic,” Elliott says. “What I feel like is that I’m just […]

Olivia Rodrigo's New Album Title Reveals What She Really THINKS

Olivia Rodrigo has announced the tracklist for her upcoming third album “You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love,” releasing on June 12 via Geffen Records. Among the songs on the tracklist are previously released singles “Drop Dead” and “The Cure.” The rest of the album appears to be divided into two sections, […]

The Documentary Festival Showcasing Stories Media Doesn't Want You to HEAR

CoPro 28, Israel’s leading documentary market, is set to take place next month in Tel Aviv in a hybrid online and in-person format. Participants can expect a breadth of projects, ranging from documentaries about Israel’s most famous OnlyFans creator (“The Fans Are Mine”) and the October 7-adjacent “I Am Eyes” to projects about Eurovision singer […]

The K-Pop Victory That Just Redefined American Music FOREVER

Global superstars BTS have just won the American Music Award's Best Male K-Pop Artist at this year’s event held at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas.

How Sony Just Made Its Spider-Man Universe Even More CONFUSING

After years of it seeming like the Spider-Man film rights might be better off in Marvel's hands alone, Into the Spider-Verse came along and proved that Sony was still capable of telling phenomenal stories featuring everyone's favorite webhead. Into the Spider-Verse's sumptuous visuals and focus on a different web-slinging New Yorker made it unlike any other Spider-Man adaptation. And it was genuinely shocking to see Sony follow the film up with a bigger, bolder, more imaginative sequel just a fe

The Management Shake-Up That Just Changed U2's FUTURE

United Talent Agency has signed Latin music star Jay Wheeler for global representation in all areas. UTA will work alongside Wheeler across live touring, media, brand partnerships, filmed entertainment, and additional strategic opportunities worldwide. The singer has scored three Latin Grammy nominations, most recently for Best Urban/Fusion Performance with “Roma” from his eighth studio album, […]

The Designer Behind Your Favorite Movie Looks Just DIED

Albert Wolsky, the two-time Oscar-winning costume designer behind films like “All That Jazz,” “Bugsy,” “Grease” and more, died May 23 in Los Angeles. He was 95.  Wolsky’s death was confirmed by several colleagues including fellow costume designer Christopher Lawrence in an Instagram post on Sunday.  “Albert Wolsky. A prince among men,” Lawrence wrote. “Such love […]

Kehlani's Tour Announcement That Fans Have Been WAITING For

Kehlani has announced the dates for her upcoming “The Kehlani World Tour: North America,” with 33 dates slated from August through the beginning of October. The R&B singer will be accompanied by special guests Durand Bernarr, Isaia Huron, TheARTI$t and Waseel for the trek, which kicks off at Minneapolis’ The Armory on August 6. For […]

Bright Eyes' Political Statement That SHOCKED the Hollywood Bowl

Conor Oberst was only on the third song of “I’m Wide Awake, It’s Morning” at the Hollywood Bowl on Saturday evening when he came to reflect on how the world has — or, more pointedly, hasn’t — changed in the 21 years since the album’s release. “It’s this much later and we’re in a war […]

The Spider-Noir Soundtrack Details That Just DROPPED

Prime Video’s “Spider-Noir”soundtrack will feature new music by composers Kris Bowers and Michael Dean Parsons. In addition to the score, actress Li Jun Li delivers a cover of “Dream a Little Dream of Me” and the original track, “The Devil You Know.” The live-action series, which premieres on May 27, is based on the Marvel […]

The Yellowstone Spinoff That Just SHATTERED Every Streaming Record

“Dutton Ranch” is off to the races at Paramount+, with the “Yellowstone” spinoff pulling in the biggest series launch in the streamer’s history. Per Paramount data, the first two episodes of the series reached 12.9 million views within seven days of their release, with both episodes dropping on May 15. That is well beyond the […]

Universal's Mysterious Campaign Taking Over LA STREETS

Greetings from Variety Awards Headquarters! Today is May 26, 2026, which means it’s 16 days until nominations-round voting begins on June 11; 27 days until nominations-round voting ends on June 22 at 10 p.m.; and 45 days until Emmy nominations are announced on July 10. And looking far ahead, it’s 111 days until the 78th Emmy Awards on Sept. 14 on NBC. Hope you all had a restful Memorial Day weekend — […]

The HBO Finale That's About to Make Everyone FURIOUS

Richard Gadd is fast establishing himself as the master of uncomfortable viewing. If “Baby Reindeer,” the super-viral 2024 Netflix series he wrote and starred in, raised difficult questions about masculinity, power and sexuality, his follow-up, “Half Man,” does the same — on steroids. The HBO/BBC co-prod, which ends its six-episode run on May 28, follows […]

How K-Pop Just DOMINATED American Award Shows

The 2026 American Music Awards showed the power of K-pop fandoms and K-culture with BTS, 'KPop Demon Hunters' and Yoonchae of KATSEYE representing Korean culture onstage.

The Amazon Show Everyone Is Watching—And You've Probably Never Heard Of

“Off Campus,” the new romantic drama series about college hockey players, is the third most-watched debut series in the history of Amazon Prime Video. Amazon says that the series reached 36 million viewers in its first 12 days of streaming. It’s important to note that the company does not publicly define what counts as a […]

The Comedian Who Wants to Be BOTH The Rock and Alexandra Daddario

I’m looking at Vic Michaelis sideways…Literally. It’s Friday afternoon, two days after Dropout held its first-ever Emmys FYC event at the Laugh Factory in Los Angeles, and Michaelis’s Zoom feed has rotated 90 degrees. In traditional Michaelis fashion, they are apologizing for it. “I’m sorry, I look insane,” they say, four clips in their hair, […]

The Sundance Drama That's Getting a Social Impact CAMPAIGN

Willa has acquired U.S. distribution rights to “Take Me Home,” the debut feature from writer-director Liz Sargent. “Take Me Home” premiered in the U.S. Dramatic Competition at the Sundance Film Festival and made its international premiere at the Berlinale in the Perspectives competition section this year. In “Take Me Home,” 38-year-old Korean adoptee Anna cares […]

Why One in Five Americans Is Now OBSESSED With Anime

New data shows massive growth in viewership for Japanese-produced animation across markets worldwide.

Tom Brady and Keegan-Michael Key Join Gronk's NEW Football Show

Tom Brady and Keegan-Michael Key are among the guests who have been tapped to appear on Tubi’s soccer-themed eight-episode talk show “The Other Football,” which is timed to the 2026 World Cup. Also set to appear are “Ted Lasso” star Brendan Hunt; Team USA and World Cup hopefuls Weston McKennie and Matt Turner; Sports Journalists […]

'House of the Dragon' Boss Calls Season 3 Battle the CRAZIEST Ever

Ahead of the highly anticipated release of “House of the Dragon” Season 3, showrunner and co-creator Ryan Condal is teasing an “all-out war” right from the get-go. In Entertainment Weekly’s cover story, Condal called the premiere of Season 3, which features the Battle of the Gullet, “arguably the craziest episode of television ever made.” Emma […]

CBS Evening News Just Crossed a Milestone It Hasn't Hit in WEEKS

Tony Dokoupil is pushing back. The “CBS Evening News” anchor, who has been under intense scrutiny since taking the role in early January, led the signature CBS newscast to an audience of a little more than 4 million during the five-day period ended May 22, according to Nielsen — the first time in weeks the […]

How to Stream the 'Summer House' Reunion Everyone's Been WAITING For

One of the most dramatic betrayals in reality TV (since Scandoval, of course) took place after, and potentially during, Season 10 of “Summer House.” Now, the show’s cast will finally speak to each other and the public for the first time in a reunion that airs Tuesday, May 26 at 8 p.m. ET on Bravo. […]

How 'Love Story' Built the Perfect '90s Soundtrack — From Pulp to LENNY Kravitz

Have people ever been more nostalgic for New York City in the ‘90s? Ryan Murphy’s FX series “Love Story,” which chronicles the tragic romance of JFK Jr. (Paul Anthony Kelly) and Carolyn Bessette (Sarah Pidgeon), has people riding bikes like Kennedy, dressing like Bessette, and repeatedly listening to the show’s beloved soundtrack, hand-picked by music […]

The Best Movies You Can Stream RIGHT Now This May

Bugonia, Good Boy, and Send Help are among the films deserving of your eyeballs this month.

The K-Pop Horror Film That Just Got the CRITERION Treatment

“KPop Demon Hunters” is getting the Criterion treatment. Netflix’s breakout musical fantasy film will get a special Blu-ray release from the prestige home entertainment label on Dec. 31, with pre-orders available now. Retail listings currently show the film available in Blu-ray and 4K UHD editions, priced at $39.95 and $49.95, respectively. Additional details about special […]

Billy Joel's MSG Concert Film Gets Blu-ray Release Date

Billy Joel’s Madison Square Garden concert special is getting a physical release. “Billy Joel: The 100th: Live at Madison Square Garden — The Complete Concert” is now available for pre-order on Blu-ray, with the release set for May 29. The one-disc release is listed at $24.98 on Amazon, with a DVD edition also available for […]

Mark Duplass SLAMS Rumor About 'Backrooms' Director Kane Parsons

“Backrooms” star Mark Duplass took to X on Tuesday to defend Kane Parsons from rumors that the 20-year-old filmmaker didn’t actually direct the upcoming horror film. Responding to an X user who claimed Parsons “absolutely didn’t direct” A24’s “Backrooms,” Duplass wrote, “Hmmm, with all due respect I don’t remember seeing you on set. When I […]

Why 'Critterz' Is the REAL Test of AI Filmmaking

Pixar's Toy Story took four years. Critterz aims to make an AI-assisted animated feature in one. Inside the production argument it took to Cannes.

Why 'Chess' Is CLOSING Early on Broadway

“Chess” will close early on Broadway, with the buzzy revival ending its run on June 21. Although Lea Michele was scheduled to depart the production in late June, the musical had intended to remain on Broadway with Joanna “JoJo” Levesque set to take over the lead role of Florence Vassy through at least September. Instead, […]

The Character MISSING From Sony's Latest Spider-Man Production

In a bid to beat super-hero fatigue following a deluge of films over decades, Sony Pictures Television is taking a distinctly different take on the Spider-Man franchise in its latest production.

What's Driving the Box Office: Mandalorian and a MAGNIFICENT Obsession

On today’s episode of “Daily Variety” podcast, in our box office segment, Variety‘s Rebecca Rubin carefully measures the turnout over the Memorial Day weekend holiday for Disney’s “The Mandalorian and Grogu.” It was a big test for Disney and Lucasfilm and the strength of the Star Wars franchise at the turnstiles. Meanwhile, Focus Features’ horror […]

The 8 Highlights From Day 2 of BTS's ARIRANG Concert

Highlights from Day 2 of BTS's Las Vegas ARIRANG concert at Allegiant Stadium. BTS continues their Las Vegas concerts on May 27 and May 28, at Allegiant Stadium.

The Cult Director Who Made Gore BEAUTIFUL Dies at 59

Yoshihiro Nishimura, the director behind films like “Tokyo Gore Police” and “Welcome to Japan,” died Monday in Tokyo following a nearly two-week hospital stay for liver disease. He was 59.  Nishimura’s career began in the early 2000s, during which he directed and created effects for a number of short films before directing “Tokyo Gore Police,” […]

The TOXIC Threat That Just Forced Trump to Act in California

Live Updates: Trump approves emergency declaration for California chemical leak in Orange County, Newsom says  CBS News Disneyland issues operations update on Garden Grove chemical threat  Orange County Register Threat of massive explosion in Garden Grove ‘eliminated’ but danger remains, officials say  Los Angeles Times Chemical tank in Southern California no longer under threat of catastrophic explosion, officials say  ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos San Diego volunteers help f

Britain's Protected Birds Are Being KILLED — And Nobody's Stopping It

The charity says more than half of attacks happened on or near land managed for game shooting.

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