Thursday, May 28, 2026

This Google Employee's $1.2M Bet Landed Them in FEDERAL Custody

It's the second known case of the federal government filing criminal charges against someone who allegedly used insider information to make a large profit on a prediction market site.

Illinois Just Passed an AI Law That Has Silicon Valley TERRIFIED

The bill requires companies like OpenAI, Anthropic, and Google to have third parties confirm they’re following safety standards. Illinois Governor JB Pritzker says he’ll sign.

Zuckerberg Just Hinted at Meta's Next BILLION-Dollar Business Move

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg said his company could enter the cloud computing market if it overspends on data centers and has excess capacity.

The Altman-Backed Startup That Just Broke the Sound BARRIER

Hermeus aims to make planes for the U.S. military that travel over five times the speed of sound—and maybe even introduce the world to hypersonic commercial air travel.

The Ex-CIA Chief Who Says Drone Swarms Are Your Next NIGHTMARE

Unmanned systems will be one of the biggest security threats and structural growth opportunities in defense over the next decade: David Petraeus

Why Google's AI Can't Even Spell Its OWN Name

Google is embarrassing itself, again.

The Google Engineer Who Turned a Search Query Into a MILLION-DOLLAR Crime

The complaint from the Southern District of New York comes just over a month after another insider trading case on Polymarket.

Why Handheld Gaming's Golden Era Just ENDED

For a few glorious years, a $399 portable gadget could run almost anything you'd want to play. In 2022, the Steam Deck finally made PC gaming portable and affordable. I played through the vast majority of Elden Ring on a Steam Deck, agape that such a rich world could comfortably fit between my two hands. Today, that Steam Deck experience starts at $789 - nearly double the price. Similarly, a Nintendo Switch cost $299 at launch - but after Nintendo's Switch 2 upgrades and "changes in market co

The $6,880 Phone That Wants to Replace Your ENTIRE Team

The beleaguered luxury phone maker is pushing the AlphaFold, which has decent specs and comes with Vertu’s new Hermes Agent on board, to wealthy would-be buyers.

The AI Chatbot Illegally Prescribing MEDICINE to Thousands

Pennsylvania has sought a court injunction to stop an AI chatbot from claiming it is a psychiatrist. Lots of thorny issues arise. An AI Insider analysis and scoop.

The $6,880 Phone That Claims to Run Your ENTIRE Company

Built on top of the open-source Hermes project, Vertu's new foldable combines AI-agent workflows, enterprise integrations, and ultra-premium luxury finishes.

YouTube's AI Will Now BUILD Your Feed For You

You can enter your own prompt, or select from the suggested options provided by YouTube. | Image: YouTube YouTube is launching a new AI feature that creates a personalized video feed based on descriptions of what you want to watch. In its announcement, YouTube says custom content feeds can be built around your specific interests, moods, or favorite topics, which you can then pin to the top of your YouTube homepage - making it easy to jump back into the feed. This feature is currently rolling o

Why This AI Giant Is Designing Its OWN Chips

Mistral's semiconductor ambitions underscore the French startup's bid to control more of its infrastructure as it competes with OpenAI and Anthropic.

The GENIUS Behind Apple's Innovation Nobody Talks About

Below, David Pogue shares five key insights from his new book, Apple: The First 50 Years. Pogue is a seven-time Emmy Award winner for his stories on CBS Sunday Morning, a five-time TED speaker, host of 20 NOVA specials on PBS, and a New York Times bestselling author. He has written about Apple for his entire career, including 13 years as a Macworld columnist, 13 more as a tech columnist for The New York Times, and 20 years as the No. 1 bestselling author of books about Macs and iPhones. What’s t

Why Your College Degree Suddenly Can't Get You HIRED — The AI Connection

Analysts disagree about whether AI is a factor in the hiring crunch.

Why This AI Stock Is SURGING After an Ex-OpenAI Insider Made a Move

Dutch cloud provider Nebius popped in premarket trading after an ex-OpenAI employee's fund took a sizeable stake in the firm,

Amazon Just Solved the Problem That Was CHOKING Data Centers

The tech giant says a breakthrough in data-center networking has dramatically accelerated the flow of information through its massive cloud infrastructure.

How Hackers Are Using Your REAL Hotel Booking to Rob You

Customer data from more than 350 hotels around the world may have been accessed as part of realistic reservation-hijacking scams.

The AI Breakthrough That Just REWROTE Weather Prediction

Last October, days before Hurricane Melissa slammed into Jamaica, it wasn’t obvious how quickly the storm would intensify or the path it would take. But inside Google, an experimental AI model was spinning through dozens of scenarios, including the possibility that it might be the strongest hurricane on record to hit the island. Five days before the storm made landfall—while traditional weather models were undecided on whether it would weaken and turn in another direction—the AI model, called We

The Book That Teaches You to 3D Print ITSELF

It’s an advancement in publishing that Johannes Gutenberg could hardly have fathomed. Manual is a 26-page, 3D-printed book made of thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) from Hyperpress, a research initiative exploring 3D-printed graphic design and publishing by Darius Ou and Benson Chong. All that’s written inside the replicable book is a selection of its own G-code, or the code used to 3D print it. A 3D-printed book about how to print a 3D-printed book. How meta. [Photo: Jonathan Tan/courtesy Hyperp

Why New Mothers Are Returning to Tech Jobs They Barely RECOGNIZE

New mothers working in software development are staring down an AI-pilled workplace they barely recognize.

How AI Could Make Economic Downturns EXTINCT

AI could allow the economy to keep growing even as fewer workers benefit from it, raising new questions about GDP and how recessions are defined.

Canon's New Camera Just Made Serious Photographers RECONSIDER Everything

With sharper resolution and lightning-fast performance, Canon’s latest full-frame mirrorless punches well above its class.

The Trump App That Just Changed How MONEY Works in America

Families can now download a Trump Accounts app to track the new investment accounts, which offer a $1,000 pilot program contribution for eligible children.

The Map Revealing Where 4,000 AI Data Centers Will RESHAPE America

Environmental activist Erin Brockovich has launched a crowdsourced map that tracks more than 4,000 major AI data centers across the United States. The Brockovich AI Data Center Reporting website aims to give the public “a platform to speak up and voice concerns about AI data centers in their communities” by naming where they are “already operating, under construction, rumored or proposed projects . . . focusing on locations where communities are actively voicing concerns.” “The RACE to build AI

Your Google Home Cameras Just Learned to DO This on Their Own

Your security cameras will watch for specific events and then trigger whatever actions you need automatically. | Image: Google Google Home is rolling out a new Gemini-powered automation feature that can trigger smart home routines based on what your security cameras can see. This is one of several updates announced yesterday for Gemini for Home, including enhanced voice command support and general stability improvements, following its early access launch in October. "We are introducing a brand

Why Everyone's Talking About This TINY Ring on Your Finger

The ring is 40% smaller than its predecessor, and comes with more accurate sensing, enhanced battery life, and more.

The Fatal Flaw in Kia's Most EXPENSIVE Electric Car

I first realized there was an issue with Kia's flagship EV9 when I tried to unlock my car last year. The hulking three-row SUV was sitting on my driveway completely dead. The key didn't work, the app connection to the car was gone, and I was already late to an appointment. Luckily, I had prepared for such a scenario, after reading about widespread 12-volt battery issues with the EV9. I managed to open the car with the manual key that Kia supplies and access the frunk to reach the 12V battery an

The Wearable That Just Shrunk by 40% — But Can Still Track EVERYTHING

Oura, the smart ring maker, is set to launch what it says will be the smallest smart ring available in the growing wearables market.

The AI Chip Maker That Could Be the NEXT Cerebras

General Compute is betting SambaNova will be the next breakout chipmaker.

Qualcomm Just Made Premium Laptops AFFORDABLE for Everyone

They started at $1,000. Then $700. Then $600 budget machines. Now, Qualcomm says the price of its Arm-based Windows laptops will hit $300 this year. Even though RAMageddon has yet to subside and PC prices keep climbing, the company says it's built a new budget laptop platform called Snapdragon C - "C" as in "Compute" - to keep entry-level laptops affordable. "With Snapdragon C, we are raising the bar for what budget-conscious laptop buyers should expect," Qualcomm senior director of product man

Intel's Handheld Gaming Chip: The Device That Could DESTROY Steam Deck

There’s a brand-new Intel chip underneath this render. | Image: Acer Intel is barely in the handheld gaming PC space - but that might be about to change. After the embarrassment that was the first MSI Claw and the excellent MSI Claw 8 AI Plus that followed it, Intel announced it would create custom handheld gaming chips. Today, it's formally announcing them as the Arc G3 and Arc G3 Extreme. There's a lot we don't know about the chips, which are rumored to have two fewer CPU cores than Intel's

Xiaomi Just Shattered Every Battery Record You THOUGHT Was Possible

The 17T (left) and 17T Pro (right) are both bigger than the regular Xiaomi 17. Xiaomi has announced the 17T and 17T Pro, two cheaper spins on its 17 series flagships. As is usual for the T-series, the focus is more on performance than photography, with the biggest batteries Xiaomi has included on any of its phones outside China yet. The 17T includes a 6,500mAh silicon-carbon battery, while the 17T Pro goes even bigger with 7,000mAh, which I found to be enough to keep the phone running for up t

Why This Media Giant Just Declared WAR on Silicon Valley's Newest Darling

CNN has sued Perplexity, alleging the AI company infringed the news network’s copyrights and trademarks by illegally copying and distributing content without its consent. The lawsuit, filed Thursday in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York, accused Perplexity of scraping more than 17,000 CNN stories, photos, videos and other content and […]

How AI's Insatiable Appetite Is Creating a NEW Gold Rush

The market hasn’t fully priced the next logical step for the AI buildout: Big Tech acquiring regulated utilities outright,

Inside the Manhattan Lab Where AI Is INVENTING the Future

Inside a lab in midtown Manhattan, a robotic arm lifts small glass bottles and carefully mixes and weighs pellets of iron and other elements. Nearby, another machine melts the material into an alloy; other machines analyze the composition and structure and test it for hardness and how well it resists oxygen and heat. It’s the type of work that materials scientists would do, but the experiment was designed by AI, and the “self-driving” lab is running nearly autonomously. Near the ceiling, a track

Why This News Giant Is Going to WAR With Silicon Valley's Hottest AI

CNN has filed a lawsuit against Perplexity, claiming that the startup's AI tools generate "verbatim" copies of its work, as reported earlier by CNN. The lawsuit, filed in a New York court on Thursday, also alleges that Perplexity provides users with information locked behind CNN's subscription. Perplexity, which offers an AI "answer" engine along with the AI browser Comet, is accused of ignoring CNN's efforts "to recognize or block Perplexity's unidentified crawlers" from scraping its content. "

The Technology Forcing This Tech Giant to Fire THOUSANDS

Israel-based web development company Wix is slashing roughly 20% of its workforce, CEO Avishai Abrahami announced in a post on X early Thursday morning.

Why Hollywood's Biggest Power Player Just Bet MILLIONS on This Startup

Existing generative AI models are built on batch processing: You give the system instructions; it runs computations; then spits back the results. Now comes a Silicon Valley startup that says it can produce gen-AI video (and other outputs) in real time — a potentially groundbreaking advance: San Francisco-based Reactor, co-founded by Alberto Taiuti and Bryce […]

The Payment Revolution That Could Make Your Wallet OBSOLETE

Visa said that over 1,000 employees has been using Replit for prototyping and development

Why This Auto Executive Thinks Your Car's Buttons Should DISAPPEAR

Today, I’m talking with Wassym Bensaid, the chief software officer at Rivian, and the co-CEO of Rivian’s platform joint venture with Volkswagen, which everyone just calls RV Tech. That joint venture kicked off about a year and a half ago with a nearly $6 billion investment from Volkswagen. It effectively puts Wassym in charge of the operating system and electrical architecture for every future EV from Volkswagen and its associated brands, including familiar names like Audi, but also new companie

The Switch 2 Accessories You NEED Before Launch Day

The Nintendo Switch 2 can be enjoyed right out of the box, but it’s even better with the right accessories. Some of these add-ons are more crucial than others, especially if you’re deciding what to buy early on. For example, a case and a screen protector can keep your console safe from scuffs, scratches, and drops, so both are what I’d consider to be essential. If you’re not a fan of how the Joy-Con 2 feel to use, a cheap but good wireless controller wouldn’t hurt, either. On the other hand, a m

The Ticket Deal That EXPIRES in 48 Hours

Savings of up to $410 on TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 tickets end tomorrow, May 29, 11:59 p.m. PT. Register now to save and join 10,000+ tech leaders on October 13-15 in San Francisco.

The Siri REDESIGN That Could Finally Make You Use It

Apple's long-awaited Siri overhaul, expected to arrive in iOS 27, might look a lot like ChatGPT with a splash of Liquid Glass. Renders from Bloomberg offer a preview of iOS 27, including the new app and chat interface for Siri. The renders are "based on information viewed by Bloomberg and people with knowledge of [Apple's] plans," and could differ from Apple's final designs, which Bloomberg's Mark Gurman says Apple will reveal at WWDC in June. The images show a new pill-shaped Siri chat bubble

The New AI Buzzword That's Just as CONFUSING as the Last One

A new crop of AI labs are focused on recursive self-improvement — but the goal is proving elusive.

What KILLS Enterprise AI Deals Before They Even Start

Enterprise AI is entering a different phase now, one where enterprises are no longer evaluating whether AI is exciting. They are evaluating whether it is safe to deploy broadly.

The AI Tool That Knows What Podcast You Want Before YOU Do

The update signals YouTube's ongoing efforts to compete with other platforms for podcast audiences.

The Startup Competition So Popular They Had to EXTEND the Deadline

After overwhelming demand from founders around the world, TechCrunch has extended the Startup Battlefield 200 application deadline to June 8. Nominate a standout startup or apply yours today.

Why Real Life Will NEVER Be a Use Case

Walk into any furniture showroom and you will see the same thing: sofas and chairs arranged to photograph beautifully, low and deep and cushioned into something approaching a cloud. They look considered, and for the 30 seconds you spend sitting in one while a salesperson hovers nearby, they often seem comfortable. What you are not doing in that moment is what you will actually do with the piece every day: getting up from it when your back is stiff in the morning, sitting down while carrying some

Why Waymo's New Robotaxi Could Change EVERYTHING About Self-Driving

Alphabet's Waymo is adding new vehicles to its fleet of public robotaxis and is opening up its roomier Ojai vehicles to some riders.

The SECRET Siri App That Apple Doesn't Want You to See YET

New renders offer a closer look at Apple’s planned AI overhaul for iOS 27, including a redesigned Siri experience powered and standalone Siri app.

The Rivian Defect That Could Leave Drivers STRANDED

At least two owners have lost control of their vehicles after a critical suspension component broke. In both cases, the vehicles had been previously serviced.

The Sound Card That Could Give Gamers an UNFAIR Advantage

Fosi Audio announced a new sound card today with a unique feature designed to give FPS players an advantage. The C3 Gaming Sound Card, which sits outside your PC or laptop and connects with a USB-C cable, includes the company's StepSense "audio enhancement technology" powered by a model that was "trained on extensive FPS audio data." With StepSense turned on, sounds that offer positional cues for opponents, such as footsteps or vaulting noises, are boosted so they're not drowned out by the game'

The Anthropic-SpaceX Lease Agreement That Nobody Can AGREE On

Elon Musk is publicly reframing xAI’s massive Anthropic compute deal as short-term and cancellable, despite SpaceX’s own S-1 filing describing payments through May 2029.

Oculus Founders Just Launched an AI That Talks Back — And It's Already on Your iPhone

Sesame’s new iOS app brings its conversational AI agents to the public, offering more natural back-and-forth interactions designed to feel less like traditional chatbots and more like talking to a person.

The $20,000 EV That Could Make Tesla Look OVERPRICED

The Bezos-backed EV startup has yet to announce final pricing for its vehicle, which is supposed to start shipping by the end of this year.

Why Roku's Biggest Advantage Is That Nobody Thinks It's COOL

This is Lowpass by Janko Roettgers, a newsletter on the ever-evolving intersection of tech and entertainment, syndicated just for The Verge subscribers once a week. Roughly 10 years ago, someone told me that Roku was making "cheap hardware to sell to Walmart customers in flyover states." The remark was meant to be an insult, belittling a company that seemed to care more about hardware profit margins than design and innovation. Still, I've been thinking about it a lot over the years. And as Roku

The AI Deal Worth BILLIONS That Might Be Over Before It Started

SpaceX CEO Elon Musk said his firm requested a “short term” deal with Anthropic, despite touting plans that it could last for years.

Why YouTube Is Finally Taking Podcasts SERIOUSLY

New features coming to YouTube could make it better for listening to podcasts, rolling out to Premium subscribers starting today on Android and coming later to iOS. A new "on-the-go mode" shifts YouTube into an audio-first layout, with larger, simplified playback buttons, a still image in place of the video, and a timeline showing video chapters. YouTube says you can turn on this new mode in a video's settings - a pop up will also appear if YouTube detects you're moving around while watching a

What Microsoft Is Planning for the Future of SURFACE

Nearly 10 years ago I reviewed my favorite Surface device. Microsoft hand-delivered its Surface Studio all-in-one PC to me, and I was hooked from the moment I switched it on. It had a beautiful floating touchscreen that you could push all the way down into a drawing board mode, making it unlike anything I had seen in the PC market. But like many other Surface devices, it no longer exists. Over the past few years, Microsoft has been steadily walking back from the experimental ethos that built the

The Ad Industry's SECRET That Just Put U.S. Troops in DANGER

One leading privacy lawmaker said it was time to "start treating the adtech industry as a national security threat."

The Ring That Knows More About Your Body Than YOU Do

If you’ve been waiting for a smaller version of the Oura Ring, the company’s latest wearable is now available for preorder ahead of its June 4th release from Oura and various third-party retailers, including both Amazon and Walmart. The Oura Ring 5, which starts at $399, is 40 percent smaller than its predecessor, thanks to a design that’s both slimmer and lighter. Oura also promises improved accuracy and battery life, letting you get up to nine days of use on a single charge. In addition to the

Why Millions of Gamers Are About to Lose Their FAVORITE Game

Activision is planning to drop support for PS4 and Xbox One consoles in Call of Duty: Warzone later this year. Players will need to upgrade to a PS5 or Xbox Series S / X console to continue playing Call of Duty: Warzone once season 6 of Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 finishes later this year. Call of Duty: Warzone will be removed from PS4 and Xbox One storefronts on June 4th and will no longer be available to download. Activision will then remove the in-game store in Warzone on PS4 and Xbox One on Ju

The Viral Police Photo That Fooled EVERYONE — Including the Media

Picture was created by administrator in charge of station’s Facebook account who wanted to create ‘friendlier image’ It was an arresting image and an irresistible story. A group of tough Thai police officers – five men and one woman – all wearing elaborate festival-style dresses, surrounding a drug dealer they had caught while undercover. The image, released by local police, was so compelling that it found its way on to the front page of the UK’s Daily Star, as well as in picture stories in the

The Betting Apps That Are Turning TEENAGERS Into Gamblers

When Rory McIlroy won the Masters for the second year in a row, Kalshi shared a photo of him on Instagram with the words, “Wait he’s goated.” When a video of NBA player Damian Lillard recovering from an injury circulated online, Kalshi’s main competitor Polymarket posted, “The league is cooked.” If you don’t know what either of those phrases mean, it’s because you may not be the target audience. The posts and hundreds of others like it are exposing younger people to prediction market platforms,

The AI That Finally Admits When It's LYING to You

The new Opus model comes with a tool called Dynamic Workflows, for coordinating swarms of subagents.

The Pentagon KNEW Enemies Were Tracking Troops' Phones — And Did NOTHING

The US military has long known that cheap fixes could stop location data from exposing its troops. It adopted almost none—and now says adversaries are using the data to target soldiers during a war.

The CHINESE Robotaxi Now Picking Up Americans on U.S. Streets

The launch of the Ojai minivan robotaxi comes after years of development and testing, but arrives amid a challenging time for Waymo.

Do These Sleek Wearables Actually Keep You HEALTHY?

Americans are sharing data from watches, bands and rings with AI platforms, ordering tests through the companies that sell these products, and paying hundreds of dollars in subscription fees.

The European City Challenging Silicon Valley's AI DOMINANCE

Europe’s startup ecosystem has matured significantly; its founders are increasingly willing to scale companies domestically instead of immediately looking to relocate to the U.S.

Why This Animator Compares Using AI to CHILDBIRTH

Writer and director Jorge R. Gutierrez is best known for creating the 2014 animated film The Book of Life. A labor of love and a tribute to Mexican folk art, the movie took Gutierrez 14 years to make, and it paid off: The Book of Life’s beautiful handcrafted 3D animation was near universally lauded. But Gutierrez’s next project is taking a different approach. It won’t take him 14 years—in fact, his upcoming animated series Punky Duck was greenlit just two months after he pitched it to Amazon MGM

StrictlyVC Comes to Los Angeles in Three WEEKS

StrictlyVC Los Angeles is on June 18. Join for meaningful networking and fireside chats with leaders from Mach Industries, Shinkei Systems, and more. Register here.

The AI Startup That Just DETHRONED OpenAI's Empire

Anthropic raised $65 billion in new fund-raising that put its value at $900 billion, ahead of OpenAI’s last valuation of $730 billion, as the companies duel for A.I. dominance.

The Cyberattack That Changed IBM's ENTIRE Strategy

IBM has signed Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, JP Morgan and Bank of America onto its open-source cybersecurity effort called Project Lightwell.

The Prison Phone Company That Just EXPOSED 300K Licenses

Pay Tel secured the publicly exposed data after security researchers discovered the leak containing callers' sensitive ID documents and inmate communications.

Why Wix Just Eliminated 20% of Its WORKFORCE

Israel-based Wix joins a growing list of companies announcing layoffs citing “the fast evolution” of AI. (That list includes Meta, Cisco, Groupon, and Intuit, in just the last few weeks.) It also said a weak dollar, creating a poor exchange rate with the Israeli shekel, was to blame. Wix, a website builder, said Thursday that it’s laying off roughly 20% of its workforce, in a post from CEO Avishai Abrahami on X and LinkedIn. (That’s about 1,000 people, according to CNBC, which reported that Wix

The AI Commodity Market That's About to Change EVERYTHING

Large exchanges are designing derivative products around AI tokens, which are increasingly being considered less a computational output and more a raw material input, like electricity or bandwidth.

The Flagship Phone Now Selling for HALF Its Price

Motorola’s latest Razr Ultra proves that its flip foldable format has evolved to become more than just a nostalgic gimmick. I’d understand if you’re not interested in shelling out $1,499.99 for the 2026 model, but the similar 2025 Motorola Razr Ultra with 512GB of storage is a much more palatable $699.99 unlocked at Best Buy (was $1,299.99) in all colors, while just the green color is available at this price at Amazon. Those may not feel as luxurious in the hand as the 2026 model’s Alcantara fin

The AI Startup That Just ECLIPSED OpenAI's Entire EMPIRE

Anthropic is now the most valuable AI company in Silicon Valley after a new $65 billion funding round.

The Phishing Attack Targeting Your Most PRIVATE Messages Right Now

A new hacking campaign is trying to trick Signal users to give up their secret recovery key, which can be used to access online backups containing past messages.

Meta's Latest Move Proves Snapchat Still Has Something WORTH Stealing

Meta’s upcoming Instagram Plus and Facebook Plus subscriptions are the latest example of the company seeing what works elsewhere and mimicking it.

The Feature Bluesky Just Copied to CRUSH Elon's X

In its latest update, Bluesky is getting into long-form content.

The $6 Billion Chinese Startup Building HANDS for Every Robot

LinkerBot makes dexterous robotic hands for as little as $600. It wants to become the standard for humanoids and automated factories—and eventually replace human labor altogether.

CNN Just Accused This AI Company of STEALING 17,000+ Articles — Without Permission

CNN has sued Perplexity, accusing the AI company of unlawfully using the news network’s copyrighted content without permission.  The lawsuit, filed on Thursday, claims that Perplexity copied over 17,000 of CNN’s stories, videos, images and more to support its products and tools.  “[Perplexity], a company valued at tens of billions of dollars, should not be able to steal from entities that create the original content Perplexity exploits,” said a CNN spokesperson in a statement. “The public rely o

Microsoft Just Made Copilot FASTER — But There's a Catch You Need to Know

Microsoft is launching a revamped version of Microsoft 365 Copilot, offering a cleaner design that the company claims loads twice as fast. As part of this update, Copilot will provide more reliable and structured responses that are easier to scan, according to Microsoft. The redesign, which is rolling out across desktop and mobile devices, comes with a feature Microsoft calls "progressive disclosure." That means Copilot will present you with tools and controls based on your prompt, instead of sh

Asana's Surprise Acquisition Could Change How You BUILD AI Agents Forever

Asana will incorporate Stack AI into its growing suite of AI workflow tools.

The 'Agentic AI' Demand That Just Sent Okta's Earnings SOARING

CEO Todd McKinnon said Okta is "playing a long game" on AI and is allocating more resources to agentic tools.

Nintendo Just Turned WarioWare Into a SMARTPHONE App — And It's Gloriously Weird

A decade ago, Nintendo made a big splash into the world of mobile gaming with a new Super Mario platformer directed by none other than Shigeru Miyamoto. But even though the game proved popular, it wasn't the success the company had hoped for. Over the ensuing years Nintendo has slowly retreated from smartphone gaming, with the exception of a handful of apps and some legacy games. Which is what made it so surprising this week when Nintendo launched Pictonico. It's a bizarre and playful mobile gam

Amazon's Last-Gen Paperwhite Is Now CHEAPER Than the Entry-Level Kindle — Here's Why

The 2021 Kindle Paperwhite has never been cheaper. | Photo: Chaim Gartenberg / The Verge If you like to read by the pool or at the beach, the 2021 Kindle Paperwhite remains one of the best e-readers available despite its age. That’s because, unlike Amazon’s latest entry-level Kindle, the last-gen Paperwhite is waterproof. And now through June 14th (or while supplies last), it’s on sale at Woot with ads, 16GB of storage, and a 90-day Woot warranty for $99.99, which is $40 off its original price

Slate Auto's EV Pricing Reveal Is 27 Days AWAY

The Bezos-backed EV startup has yet to announce final pricing for its vehicle, which is supposed to start shipping by the end of this year.

I Let AI Sell My House—Here's What HAPPENED

Over five frantic days, I gambled my family’s life savings on a hunch that A.I. could outperform a real estate agent.

Why AI Believes LIES Even After You Tell It the Truth

Fine-tuning tests show "bias ... toward confidently representing the claims as true."

The Internet Is Being REBUILT — And It's Not for You

As AI agents move from experiments to production, AWS, Cloudflare, and others are redesigning cloud infrastructure for a future dominated by machine-generated internet traffic instead of human users.

The Developer Who Hid a Data-NUKING Bomb in AI-Generated Code

Undisclosed addition in jqwik instructed AI coding agents to delete app output.

Your Last Chance to Enter Startup Battlefield Before June 8 DEADLINE

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

The Performance Hybrid That Lives TWO Completely Different Lives

Audi has developed an entirely new electric torque-vectoring rear differential.

The Tesla Fleet That's Barely ONE-TENTH What Elon Promised

Tesla has registered 42 automated vehicles in its driverless Robotaxi service in Texas, putting it far behind Waymo in the state.

Why This CEO Says NOW Is the GREATEST Time Ever for Chips

Applied Materials CEO Gary Dickerson said the semiconductor industry is experiencing its strongest period ever.

The Fed Official Who Just Said Your Job Matters LESS Than You Think

The Financial App That Lets You Manage Trump's Money Launches TOMORROW

The new app, created by financial technology company Robinhood and bank BNY Mellon, will be available to download from Apple and Google app stores.

Why Snowflake's Stock Is EXPLODING While Other Software Companies Collapse

Snowflake’s stock soars toward a record gain after an earnings beat, a raised outlook and a $6 billion commitment to expand its collaboration with Amazon’s AWS.

Salesforce Beat Expectations — So Why Are Investors FLEEING?

Salesforce is doing everything it can to signal to the market that this year's sell-off is unwarranted.

This Space Company's Stock Just TRIPLED in 48 Hours

Momentus investors continue to cheer as the space firm secures more cash through a private placement of stock.

Should Your Friend Take Social Security NOW or Wait? The Answer Is COMPLICATED

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

The AI DISRUPTION That's Making Investors Panic About SALESFORCE

While the company’s Agentforce offering is picking up steam, Salesforce didn’t deliver the top-line growth investors wanted to see

Why Investors Are DUMPING This Chip Stock Despite EXCEPTIONAL AI Demand

The custom-chip maker says revenue growth is expected “to continue accelerating each quarter” for the rest of the fiscal year.

The Leadership Shake-Up at HYBE's Digital Empire

HYBE announced that Zooil Yang will become the new President of Weverse Company, the company behind the global superfan platform, Weverse, on June 1.

Why Americans Are Draining Their EMERGENCY Savings at the Pump

Most people think of emergencies as job loss or a hospital bill. For many today, it’s soaring energy costs.

Why This Chinese EV Maker Just SURGED 9% Overnight

Chinese electric car company Nio has launched two lower-priced brands in the last two years to broaden its customer base in a sluggish Chinese consumer market.

Why the Fed Just Admitted Inflation Is MORE STUBBORN Than They Thought

While oil prices have recently fallen on news that a peace deal between the U.S. and Iran could come, prices are still significantly higher than before the war.

Asia Markets Tumble as Iran Crisis THREATENS Global Stability

Asia-Pacific markets opened lower on Thursday as investors parse the ongoing Iran-U.S. negotiations

The Troubling Reason 401(k) MILLIONAIRES Just Disappeared — Despite Record Savings

Fidelity’s first-quarter data shows 401(k) balances dipping — but it’s not all bad news.

The Battery Deal That Just Made This Stock SURGE 16%

The deal comes as the South Korean battery company expands its energy storage systems business in the U.S.

Why Ferrari's EV DISASTER Might Actually Be GENIUS

Ferrari has endured a firestorm of criticism following the launch of its first fully electric vehicle.

The SLUMP in Silver That Could Get Much WORSE

Silver's rally of over 140% last year is deterring buyers in various industries and its elevated price levels are beginning to weigh on demand, UBS said.

Tory Burch's Audacious Plan to Add $1 BILLION to the Economy

In 2004, the designer Tory Burch launched her first store specializing in women’s apparel in Manhattan. She and her ex-husband, the retailer and investor Christopher Burch, funded it by pooling $2 million of their own money. Later, Christopher helped her raise another $10 million. Today, her Reva ballet flats and handbags are so popular, they’ve become closet staples. The eponymous brand has over 370 stores across the globe and generates about $1.8 billion in revenue, and Burch is a billionaire.

The 'King of Cashmere' CEO's Secret to THRIVING in a Luxury Slowdown

Brunello Cucinelli's success is tied to its ethos of choosing long-term integrity over short-term margin chasing, CEO Riccardo Stefanelli told CNBC.

Why European Markets Are Bracing for an Iran PEACE Deal

European stocks are expected to open in negative territory on Thursday as investors assess the prospects of a peace deal to end the Iran war.

The Résumé Trend That's Making Workers Lie About Their SKILLS

Many people, Gen Zers in particular, have embraced the practice of “manifesting”: essentially, believing that positive thoughts lead to positive things happening in life. Now, it seems some job seekers are applying the same principle to their CVs—listing skills that they may not have right now but they plan to “manifest” later. A Resume Genius survey of 1,000 U.S. job seekers found that 53% have either considered listing skills they lack on their résumé before learning them, or have actually don

The BP Chairman's Explosive Defense After Being OUSTED

Why Your Morning Coffee Now Costs £5 — The REAL Story

Coffees at some city centre outlets now cost £5. It's a story of tariffs, the climate, Gen Z cultural tastes, and savvy coffee farmers playing the market, writes Faisal Islam

The Problem You're Solving Is Probably the WRONG One

I cut my teeth getting grounded in principles of design thinking when I launched a strategic design MBA during my university teaching years. Design thinking is essentially a problem-solving process that is 50% qualitative research and 50% the application of design principles such as visualizing data and prototyping. In the design thinking world, we are well aware that 80% of the problem-solving process is grounded in making sure you even ask the right question . . . before you go running down th

Why Gold Just COLLAPSED to Its Lowest Point in Months

Spot gold prices were trading at their lowest level since late March.

The LIES That Just Cost BP's Chairman Everything

Albert Manifold said no-one should be "allowed to hide behind anonymity" when commenting on his time at BP.

Why Investors Are ABANDONING Gold and Bitcoin Right Now

The so-called debasement trade has fallen out of favor as both a discussion point and an investment concept.

My Father Left Us CDs Before Hospice—Can We Cash Out NOW?

“His banker suggested that it might be easier after my father’s passing if we liquidate all of the CDs.”

The Golf Buddy Who DROPPED Me When I Refused His Pitch

“Friendliness alone is not a sufficient reason to trust someone with your finances.”

Why Climate Tech Companies Are Suddenly Going PUBLIC

This year, there’s been a wave of notable energy companies going public via IPO in the US. The solar and battery company Solv Energy went public in February, to the tune of $6 billion. X-energy, which is building small modular nuclear reactors, did the same in April, and its stocks surged on its first day…

Why Wall Street Is TERRIFIED of the Chip Stock Rally

The rally in semiconductor stocks is so incredible, traders can't help but bet against it.

Best Buy's Numbers Just Revealed Something UNEXPECTED About Retail

Best Buy reported better-than-expected earnings on Thursday as the company works toward turning around its sales slump.

How a Billionaire Got Fooled by Bankman-Fried and Profited From MUSK

Dan Loeb, the hedge-fund veteran famed for boardroom fights and valuing investing, admits Sam Bankman-Fried fooled him.

Why Millions Are Now Desperate Enough to Rob Their OWN Future

Retirement account balances sank at the start of 2026 amid market swings, according to Fidelity. At the same time, more savers tapped their accounts for cash.

The Grandmother's Gift That Could Destroy Her ENTIRE Family

“The contributions are invested in mutual funds tracking the S&P 500, small-cap stocks and international equities.”

Why Wells Fargo Says SELL the Rally Everyone Else Is Buying

The Russell 2000 is beating the S&P 500 this year, but that outperformance is masking a disturbing trend of falling earnings estimates

The Shopping App That Just Got Hit With a $230 MILLION Penalty

Temu has been fined €200 million (about $232 million) by the European Commission after it found that consumers are "very likely to encounter illegal items" on the popular Chinese e-commerce platform. According to the commission, Temu breached Digital Service Act (DSA) rules by failing to identify and assess the systemic risks of illegal products being offered on its platform and the resulting harmful impact on its customers. The EU launched its formal DSA investigation against Temu in October 20

How Close American Families Are to Financial COLLAPSE

In 2024, nearly half of U.S. households did not earn enough to cover their necessities.

Why Your Next Car Payment Could Be More Than Your MORTGAGE

The top five models for the $1,000-plus payments were popular pickup trucks including the Ford F-150, Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and Ram 1500.

The Struggling Retailer That Just Made Investors RICH

Kohl's reported its best comparable sales growth in four years on Thursday even as it saw revenue decline.

Why Ferrari's First Electric Car Costs More Than Your HOUSE

Ferrari CEO Benedetto Vigna on Thursday said the cost of the manufacturer's new Luce model was a fair price to pay for innovation.

The Truth Behind America's Oil Reserve COLLAPSE

Stocks in the nation’s Strategic Petroleum Reserve are near their lowest in more than 40 years — but it may not matter

Which Generation Is Raising Kids Who Are TERRIBLE With Money

Gen Alpha kids raised by Gen X parents carry average savings balances that are 30% higher than their peers raised by millennials.

Why Chip Stocks Could Enter a SUPERCYCLE Like Never Before

Ned Davis Research says the bubble argument for chips has some grounding, but that sector may also be looking at the start of a new supercycle.

What Dollar Tree Discovered About Desperate SHOPPERS

Dollar Tree’s stock soars after earnings beat expectations and the full-year profit outlook was raised.

Why Beauty Companies Are the Hottest TAKEOVER Targets Right Now

Beauty M&A is booming as Unilever, L’Oréal and PE firms acquire high-growth beauty and wellness-led brands, driven by loyalty, scalability and cultural relevance.

The Number That Could DERAIL Every American's Financial Plans

The PCE price index for April was expected to show an annual inflation rate of 3.8% for all items and 3.3% for core.

Where Billionaires Are FLEEING — And Why America Is No Longer Safe

Over a quarter of UBS family offices surveyed for an annual report said they have minimized or plan to cut their holdings in dollar assets.

The Secret Way to Own SpaceX BEFORE Elon Takes It Public

The hype surrounding SpaceX and the scale of its ambitions will surely drive short-term demand for shares in the IPO.

The Iran Conflict Just Triggered an Economic ALARM America Hasn't Seen Since 2023

Officials at the central bank have embraced the possibility of higher interest rates to get resurgent price pressures under control.

Why Strong Consumer Spending Is Actually BAD News for Americans

Americans get less bang for their bucks

The Investment Mistake That Could Cost You THOUSANDS

Inflation-protected funds don’t always protect against inflation. As consumer-price inflation hits a three-year high due to the Iran war, the premise in their names is being tested.

The Secret Formula Behind the Beauty Box EXPLOSION

Best of The Summer Beauty Edits & the psychology of why we buy them. Beauty boxes from Sephora, Cult Beauty and Boots are booming as shoppers chase luxury beauty bargains, curated discovery and the psychology of smart spending.

Why This Software Stock Just Had Its BEST Day in HISTORY

The Snowflake rally also lifted shares of ServiceNow, Oracle and Palantir, while Salesforce bucked the trend.

The Afternoon Shift That's SAVING Starbucks

Starbucks says afternoon traffic is surging, led by menu innovation, as CEO Brian Niccol pushes to turn the chain into an all-day destination.

The $18 BILLION Bet That Could Transform Las Vegas

The holding company of Tilman Fertitta, who owns the NBA’s Houston Rockets and Golden Nugget casinos, is buying Caesars Entertainment in a deal valued at nearly $18 billion.

Why Young People Are Sending Out 400+ Applications and Getting NOWHERE

The BBC has been hearing from young people who are struggling to find work about how they are tackling the challenge.

The $1 Billion Problem States Didn't See COMING

Bill Miller, American Gaming Association president and CEO, added that prediction market platforms in his view amount to "backdoor sports betting."

Why Half of CEOs Are About to RETRAIN Their Entire Workforce

Despite uncertainty around its value creation, companies are still spending big on AI.  CEOs from around the world say that artificial intelligence is changing everything from customer service and core operations to decision-making and product innovation. Now, a new EY-Parthenon survey of 1,200 CEOs of large companies across 21 countries shows that 80% have accelerated AI investment this year compared with 2025. Nearly all CEOs (99%) expect that AI will change their workforce strategy over the n

Why the Pentagon Suddenly Wants to OWN Drone Companies

Drone stocks surged Thursday on a report the Trump administration is in talks to fund several firms, including one in which Donald Trump Jr. is a shareholder.

The Number That Just Made Every American's Wallet LIGHTER

Inflation rose for the second consecutive month as the Iran war drove up gas prices.

Mike Khouw Admits He Was WRONG About Zscaler — Here's His Fix

Khouw's thesis this week for a bearish-to-bullish reversal rested on the idea that ZS had been unfairly punished.

Why MILLIONS of Americans Are Owed Money They Don't Know About

Time’s running out to file for a pandemic-era refund that could get you thousands of dollars back

Why a Federal Agency Is Making a VERY UNUSUAL Move on Crypto

The Rate Increase That Just Made Homebuying Even MORE IMPOSSIBLE

U.S. home-loan rates increased on Thursday but are still lower than a year ago.

This Startup Just TRIPLED Its Value in Three WEEKS

Insurance tech Corgi announced today an $106 million Series B1 raise, valuing the company at $2.6 billion, just three weeks after announcing a $160 million Series B.

The Google Engineer Who Made $1.2M Betting on SECRETS

Prediction markets have an insider-trading problem that one-off cases might not solve.

Why Americans Feel BROKE Even Though the Economy Is BOOMING

Consumer sentiment hit a record low, but jobs and income data suggest spending holds. Oil prices pose the real risk worth watching

How Long It Takes YOU to Earn What Your CEO Makes ANNUALLY

The looming SpaceX IPO has drawn renewed attention to the astronomical pay that Elon Musk has secured through his companies.  Last year, Tesla shareholders approved a compensation package for Musk that could eventually be worth $1 trillion, if the company reaches certain milestones over the next decade; in 2025, his pay was valued at over $158 billion. Another lavish pay package at SpaceX could reportedly be worth about $760 billion, assuming Musk can achieve some extraordinarily lofty goals. Mu

Why Wall Street Is Clinging to HOPE Today

Stock Market Today: Dow Slips, Oil Pares Gains as Investors Cling to Hope of Mideast Deal — Live Updates  WSJ S&P 500 rises on report negotiators have reached deal to extend Iran ceasefire, but traders wary: Live updates  CNBC US Stocks Reverse Losses on Iran Deal Report as Oil Pares Gains  Bloomberg.com Stock market today: S&P 500 and Nasdaq rise, oil pares gains on report of US-Iran breakthrough  Yahoo Finance Stock Market Today: Dow slips, S&P 500 and Nasdaq trade in record territory after a

The Financial Trend That Shows Americans Are Running OUT

As inflation starts outpacing wages again, Americans have less money to put aside for emergencies and other savings goals.

The Desperate Plan to Save Kohl's From EXTINCTION

The department-store chain’s stock is soaring after sales beat expectations — but it’s still trading at a fraction of its record high.

How AI Just Made Silicon Valley Housing UNAFFORDABLE Again

The AI boom has become a boon to the Bay Area’s luxury home market as homebuyers are able to bring more cash to closing than a few years ago, according to a new report from Realtor.com. Buyers made a median down payment of 35% of the purchase price for a luxury home in the greater San Francisco area in 2025, up 6.6 percentage points from a few years ago, the Austin-based real estate site reported on Thursday. That means buyers are bringing about $198,000 extra to closing for a $3 million entry-l

How Greenpeace's Pipeline Battle Just Got STRANGER

This month, a North Dakota court barred Greenpeace from saying what it wanted in a European court, an unusual move. The environmental group says it is forging ahead.

The Workplace Void That Mom Influencers Are FILLING

It’s become an unfortunate yet well-documented truth that having a baby can impact a woman’s career. A 2025 survey found that 87% of working mothers say they’ve missed promotions or opportunities due to becoming a mom, while 90% of mothers said they had to adjust their career path because of parenthood with 59% changing industries altogether.  Enter: family influencing, an immersive and sometimes lucrative career path that is surging in popularity among women post-baby. According to a 2025 revie

Why CVS Just Bet $40M on This UNKNOWN Startup

CEO Ariel Katz argues that while AI can replicate workflow SaaS, it can't copy H1’s unique doctor data.

Netflix Animators Just Won Something HISTORIC

Netflix Animation Studios feature production workers have officially voted to ratify their first Union contract with The Animation Guild (IATSE Local 839), with an overwhelming 89% in favor of ratification. The first contract with the guild establishes wage minimums, dismissal pay, and workplace protections for production workers, representing a major moment in animation. The organizing […]

CNBC Names Ken Brown Managing Editor of Digital and Editorial Strategy

Ken Brown, one of the most durable journalists in financial journalism in recent years, is moving to CNBC, where he will oversee the business-news outlet’s digital editorial operations and play a role in devising overall strategy. He will report to David Cho, CNBC’s editor in chief, and start June 8. Brown will “help accelerate our […]

How Automation Changed EVERYTHING at These 24 Companies

Automation and AI aren’t synonymous, but there is a relationship. As AI capabilities have improved, more companies are using it to automate parts of the business that previously were human-touch only. Deciding what to automate and how to use technology for the greatest impact, is something our Fast Company Impact Council members think about daily. Here’s what 24 members said about how they incorporate automation, and how that has changed over time. 1. SCALE CONSISTENCY AND FAIRNESS Automation an

The Secret to Building Trust When Cultures CLASH in Business

Building trust in international business requires reciprocity. Learn how authentic community participation and cultural respect can make a difference—one that’s sometimes life-saving.

Why the WEALTHIEST Investors Are Abandoning the Dollar Right NOW

Fears of an AI bubble, tariffs, a falling dollar, volatile economic policies and rising debt have caused many family offices to dial back their U.S. exposure

Why Costco's CEO Refuses to Let AI Make DECISIONS for the Company

There is undeniable tension between employees who fear AI will take their jobs and CEOs who are wildly optimistic that AI will change their businesses for good. As executives name AI as one of many reasons for mass layoffs, Costco’s CEO Ron Vachris views AI as a supplement to human value. Two weeks ago, Vachris spoke at the Economic Club of Chicago, spoke about how AI is—and isn’t—changing Costco’s workforce of 341,000.  Costco has used AI in many parts of the business, and has seen an increase

Why History Won't Remember the SpaceX IPO VALUATION

Exploring how SpaceX and the emerging space economy signal a new industrial era defined by private capital, national strategy, and rapid technological convergence.

The Two Papers Named 'STAR' Battling to Replace The Washington Post

First, The Star was born. Now, The Washington Star is reborn. Both are hoping to win readers ceded by recent layoffs at The Washington Post.

The Watchdog That Wants to REVERSE Its Own Victory Against the Winklevoss Twins

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission filed jointly with a company run by the Winklevoss twins to overturn their settlement.

What This Doctor Learned About Money From MEDICINE

The financial services industry would be dramatically better if it borrowed one of medicine’s most important concepts: the standard of care

Dell's Stock Just SURGED 19% — Here's the Growth Number Wall Street Didn't See Coming

Dell has gone from being a sleepy legacy tech company to a high-growth AI story, assembling servers packed with graphics processing units.

Why ABC Just Called This FCC Order 'UNLAWFUL' — And Filed Anyway

Disney’s ABC has submitted its license renewal applications to the FCC as ordered by the agency — but it is doing so “under protest.” The FCC’s Media Bureau last month issued an unprecedented order forcing ABC to reapply for spectrum licenses for its eight owned-and-operated stations on an accelerated schedule. The move came after President […]

Why Sydney Sweeney's Ads Can't Save American Eagle — But Aerie Is BOOMING

American Eagle beat Wall Street's expectations but sales at its namesake banner fell short of estimates after its latest Sydney Sweeney campaign.

Gap Shares PLUNGE 13%—What Old Navy Just Did Wrong

Gap issued mixed results as sales at its largest brand, Old Navy, fell short of estimates.

Why Gas Prices Are Driving Everyone to THIS Membership Retailer

Costco’s same-store sales rose 9.8% during its third quarter, well above Wall Street’s estimates, as gasoline sales provided a nice bump.

The Gas Price Surge That's Driving RECORD Crowds to Costco

Costco saw "recording-breaking volumes" of gas sales and said rising fuel prices drove first-time members to its stations.

Why Disney Is Renewing Its Broadcast License 'Under PROTEST'

Disney said it filed renewals for eight broadcast station licenses "under protest," after the FCC launched an early review years ahead of schedule.

The AI Sector That's Breaking Out While Chip Stocks STALL

The transportation sector has benefited from hopes of a Iran peace deal, but also from the build out of data centers needed to power AI.

The Overvalued Market That Just Flashed a RARE Buy Signal

Market-timers ran for the exits at a near-unprecedented pace, giving contrarian-minded bulls an opportunity.

The 7 Stocks About to Unleash EXPLOSIVE Volatility Next Week

The S&P 500 is flashing a green light to investors.

The Tax Loophole Secret the IRS Doesn't Want You to KNOW

This article discusses IRC Section 168(k).

Why Teen Summer Jobs Just Hit HISTORIC Lows—And What It Means

ABC News' Elizabeth Schulze explains why teen summer jobs are harder to find, while MIT grad and creator Gohar Khan shares resume, interview and AI job search advice.

Trump Just Threatened a Key Ally — Then Said Something BIZARRE

President Trump said there would be serious repercussions if Iran and Oman move forward with a deal to open the Strait of Hormuz.

Former Judges Say Trump's IRS Case Reeks of FRAUD — Demand Reopening

Reopening the Trump-IRS case "will allow the Court to commence an inquiry into whether the Court was deceived," the ex-judges wrote.

We Analyzed Thousands of Trump Posts — What We Found Will SHOCK You

The BBC's Ros Atkins and BBC Verify sifted through thousands of the president's posts.

The Secret Meeting Between Thune and Paxton That Nobody Saw COMING

John Thune breaks the ice with Ken Paxton  Axios Cornyn’s Defeat Fuels Tensions With President Trump in Senate G.O.P.  The New York Times Live updates: Trump talks Iran and touts Republican primary wins at 11th public Cabinet meeting  NBC News Breaking down Democrats’ chances to beat Ken Paxton in Texas  CNN GOP Senate Leader Backs the Texas Candidate He Didn’t Want  WSJ

The CRIMINAL Investigation That Just Targeted Trump's Most Famous ACCUSER

The investigation is said to center on whether Ms. Carroll committed perjury in civil lawsuits against Donald J. Trump, whom she accused of sexual assault.

What Jill Biden Thought Was Happening During THAT Debate Moment

The former US first lady told CBS News that she was frightened by Joe Biden's performance against Donald Trump.

The PROFANE Attack Democrats Just Posted About Stephen MILLER

The post was made in response to Deputy White House Chief of Staff Stephen Miller, who said Texas Democratic Senate candidate Rep. James Talarico was transgender.

The Criminal Investigation That Could Turn Trump's BIGGEST Accuser Into a Defendant

The Department of Justice has launched a criminal investigation into E. Jean Carroll, the former Elle magazine columnist who accused Trump of sexual assault.

What Jill Biden Thought Was Happening When Joe FROZE on Stage

Jill Biden says she was "frightened" by Joe Biden's 2024 debate performance, thought he was having a stroke  CBS News Jill Biden’s Reaction to Biden’s 2024 Debate: ‘He’s Having a Stroke’  The New York Times Jill Biden says she worried Joe Biden was having a stroke during 2024 debate  CNN Joe Biden’s disastrous debate with Trump ‘frightened’ Jill Biden  Politico Jill Biden says she thought husband was 'having a stroke' during 2024 debate  BBC

The SPICY Secrets Shared on This Costa Rica Fishing Trip

The two Republican critics of President Trump – Thomas Massie, who lost his House primary last week, and Marjorie Taylor Greene, who resigned from Congress – met up in the tropics.

The CIA Officer Whose Entire Career Was a LIE

The former government officer, David Rush, has been charged with theft of public money, according to a complaint filed in the Eastern District of Virginia.

The Ex-Government Official Arrested With $40 MILLION in Gold Bars at Home

David Rush: ex-US government official arrested after $40 million in gold bars found in home  BBC F.B.I. Arrests C.I.A. Official With $40 Million in Gold Bars in His Home  The New York Times Former CIA officer accused of stealing 300 gold bars, sources say  NBC News Prosecutors say ex-CIA official stole $40 million in gold bars from agency  The Washington Post Feds seize $40M in gold bars, cash, Rolexes from former CIA official who faked being a Navy pilot  Fox News

The Tapes Biden Is SUING His Own Government to Keep Hidden

The former president argued that the Justice Department has a responsibility to protect the privacy of conversations he had with a former ghostwriter.

The Candidate Who Just Pulled Ahead in California's GOVERNOR Race

Poll shows Becerra opening lead in California governor’s race  Politico California governor race shifting fast: What voters should know  The Desert Sun Get up to speed fast on the California election with our guide for the undecided  CalMatters California Dems aren’t stressing about gubernatorial race  Punchbowl News California governor candidates make stops in the Bay Area as election nears  NBC Bay Area

The Democrat Who Just Declared WAR on Ken Paxton

Personal attacks and a packed campaign rally set the tone for what is likely to be a rancorous contest for U.S. Senate between James Talarico and Ken Paxton in Texas.

The Ex-CIA Official Who Couldn't Resist MILLIONS in Gold

A former senior CIA official with top secret-level clearance is accused of stealing hundreds of gold bars worth more than $40 million from the federal government and stashing them in his home.

Why Trump's $83M Accuser Is Now Facing CRIMINAL Charges

The Justice Department’s probe comes at a time when it faces growing scrutiny over its attempts to go after the president’s critics and political foes.

Ballots Are Vanishing Across America — And NO ONE Knows What Happens NEXT

So far this year, authorities have seized or demanded ballots from elections in four states. Experts fear the trend could throw the midterms into chaos unless courts draw a line.

Trump's Gas Tax Plan Won't Fix the REAL Crisis Coming for Your WALLET

Suspending the federal gasoline tax could save drivers up to 18.4 cents per gallon. But it would drain the fund meant to cover roadbuilding and repairs — a fund that's already in trouble.

Trump Promised Housing for 6,000 Homeless Vets — His Budget Funds ZERO

Veteran groups hoped a Trump executive order would supercharge housing for homeless vets. That hasn't happened, and veterans' advocates want to know why.

Why Gas Prices Are Suddenly EVERYTHING in 2026 Politics

As part of NPR's Swing Shift project checking in with swing voters, these Americans are split on who is to blame for high gas prices but they all agree it has an impact on their personal finances.

The Voter Group Democrats Think They Can STEAL From Trump

Many Gen Z men who voted for the president are dismayed by his time in office. But they are not hearing an appealing pitch from Democrats, either: “Both parties kind of get it wrong.”

What Trump's Investigators Are Finding at Harvard Will SURPRISE You

Trump officials have focused on episodes during protests over the war in Gaza at Harvard and other schools. Jews on campus describe a changed atmosphere.

Why Trump's Accuser Just Became a CRIMINAL Target

The case centres on whether the former columnist lied about the funding she received for her civil lawsuit against the US president.

Why Texas Students Are Being TACKLED by Police in Classrooms

Plus, inside the hunt for cheap gas.

The Pastor-Turned-Lawmaker Who Wants to REWRITE School Curriculum

The bill says it would permit the teaching of the positive impact of Judeo-Christian values in U.S. history. Opponents say it offers a skewed view of history.

Inside Trump's Justice Department: The List Nobody Wanted PUBLISHED

When he returned to office, President Trump vowed revenge against those he said had challenged or defied him. Here’s an incomplete list of the people his Justice Department has targeted.

The Congressman Taking His Message on Tour—And Eyeing the WHITE HOUSE

Rep. Ro Khanna wasn't in the Rust Belt to campaign. But he could be soon.

The Trump Voting Order That a Judge Just Refused to STOP

A federal judge in Washington, D.C., has declined to temporarily block President Trump's executive order that calls for restricting mail-in voting. Another judge may rule on the order soon.

The Trump Voting Order That a Judge Just REFUSED to Stop

A federal judge in D.C. declines to block Trump's executive order on voting by mail  NPR Democrats Lose Court Bid to Block Trump’s Mail-In Ballot Limits  Bloomberg Trump Judge Gives Shock Green Light to His Voting Power Grab  The Daily Beast What to Know About the Citizenship Lists Trump Wants to Create  The New York Times US judge allows Trump to implement mail-in voting executive order in loss for Dems  USA Today

Why Trump's Own Party Just Turned Their BACKS on Him

Trump had a 39% approval rating in the latest Emerson College survey released Thursday.

The Tax That Will Make Manhattan's Richest PAY Millions

Citadel CEO Ken Griffin became the face of the tax after New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani posted a video in front of Griffin's penthouse apartment.

The Trump Order That Could Change How MILLIONS Vote

The ruling allowed the Trump administration to continue to pursue changes that include enlisting the Postal Service in checking voters against a national database.

Why Trump Wants to Ground Flights to SANCTUARY Cities

Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin said the Trump administration is considering pulling international flight processing in "sanctuary cities."

Trump's REVISED Legal Attack on a Major News Publisher — What Changed

Trump Files Revised Defamation Lawsuit Against WSJ Publisher Dow Jones  WSJ Trump refiles $10 billion lawsuit over Wall Street Journal report on Epstein birthday letter  CNN Trump refiles $10bn defamation suit against WSJ over report on Epstein ties – US politics live  The Guardian Trump Picks Fresh Fight With Murdoch Paper After Embarrassing Defeat  The Daily Beast Trump Files Fresh $10 Billion Suit Over WSJ’s Epstein Story  Bloomberg.com

Why This Rising Democratic Star Just Said NO to the White House

Ms. Whitmer had been viewed as part of a field of possible Democratic candidates. She has been governor for two terms, and is barred from running again.

The Reality Star Whose Campaign Is Making Democrats PANIC

Spencer Pratt is polling around 22%, just behind Democratic Mayor Karen Bass, in the Los Angeles mayoral primary, raising the odds of a November runoff.

The State That Just Stripped Trump of His AI POWER

Here’s why Anthropic and OpenAI are on board with Illinois safety testing.

Trump's $10 BILLION Grudge Against One Newspaper

An earlier version of the defamation suit, which focused on an article about a birthday note to Jeffrey Epstein, was dismissed by a judge.

What the Supreme Court Just Ruled About RACE and the Death Penalty

Supreme Court sides with Mississippi man on death row in racial bias case  The Washington Post Supreme Court sides with Black death row inmate who alleged racial discrimination in jury selection  CBS News The Supreme Court Just Got a Race-Based Ruling Right  Bloomberg.com Supreme Court sides with Mississippi death row inmate who alleged racial bias in jury selection  nbcnews.com Supreme Court rules for Black death row prisoner from Mississippi over racial bias in makeup of jury  PBS

The $269 Billion Budget That Will RESHAPE New York

Gov. Kathy Hochul used the state budget as a vehicle for policy initiatives, including a new second-home tax and a push to make the state less hospitable to immigration agents.

The $9.7 Billion Contract That Could Fill Trump's POCKETS

The president’s family says his stock purchases are automatically timed, but recent acquisitions of the computer company’s shares raise questions.

What the FBI Found Hidden in a Senior CIA Officer's HOME

David Rush, a former senior CIA officer, is accused of theft and making false statements. The trove of gold and cash went missing from his CIA storage space — but it was found in his Virginia home.

Why the CFTC Just Sued an Entire STATE Over Prediction Markets

It marks the seventh state the commission has sued in a dispute over who has the right to regulate event contract platforms.

Why Even Reagan's Own Institute Calls This Budget Claim BALONEY

This may be the single most important issue facing U.S. democracy today.

Whose Face Will Replace Benjamin Franklin on the $250 BILL?

Printing currency with a living person’s face on it is not currently authorized by U.S. law and must be approved by Congress.

The HIDDEN War Costs the Pentagon Won't Admit — And Why Your Credit Card Is Paying for It

Washington’s ‘fuzzy math’ impacts inflation and your wallet.

The Trump BANKNOTE Coming Soon — And It Might Be Worth $250

If there’s anything Trump loves, it’s slapping his face and name on things: vodka, steaks, passports, and even monuments to other people. Now he wants to emblazon his likeness on paper currency. According to The Washington Post, Trump appointees are pushing the Bureau of Engraving and Printing, the agency tasked with printing the nation’s money, to prepare a banknote with the president’s face on it. They want the value to be $250—a nod to the country’s 250th anniversary this year. If this initia

Memphis Residents Are SUING Federal Agents Over These Arrest Tactics — Here's Why

A federal task force in the city has been targeting crime and undocumented immigrants since October. Observers say they have faced retaliation for trying to track the agents’ work.

The Face That's About to Appear on Your $250 BILL

Congress needs to pass legislation in order for the bill's printing

The 2028 Presidential Candidate Who Just Said NO

Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer Will Not Run for President in 2028  The New York Times Whitmer says she won’t run for president in 2028  The Hill Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer of Michigan says she won't run for president in 2028  ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos Top Democrat shuts down 2028 White House speculation: ‘I will not be one of them’  Fox News Gretchen Whitmer says she won’t run for president in 2028  Politico

Hochul Calls Trump's Fund a SLUSH Fund—Here's Why

Why Alito's Son Working at Treasury Is Suddenly DEFENDED by Bessent

A spokesperson for the court told NOTUS the justice’s son was not involved with the Trump administration’s tariffs case.

The $250 Bill That Will Put Trump's Face in Your WALLET

Treasury Secretary Bessent backed the idea, which would require legislation allowing a living person to appear on currency.

Why GOP Senators Are Swallowing Their DOUBTS About Paxton

After attacking the Texas attorney general, who won the G.O.P. nomination, Senate Republicans are pivoting sharply to support him in what is now a competitive race.

What 67 Million Kids Are MISSING by Not Signing Up for Trump Accounts

Nearly 6 million American children have been signed up for “Trump accounts,” but millions more are eligible — and they could be leaving free money on the table.

The AIPAC Question One Democrat Won't Answer—And What It Reveals

A key moment at a Senate primary debate in Michigan showed how pro-Israel Democrats are approaching the issue with caution.

Why the Bidens Won't Let 2024 GO — And Democrats Are FURIOUS

Jill Biden has a new memoir. Joe Biden is suing the DOJ over his audio interviews. And Hunter Biden is making headlines again.

The Secret Money Trail Behind E. Jean Carroll's VICTORY Over Trump

DOJ probes Democratic-allied nonprofit that helped pay E. Jean Carroll’s legal bills  The Washington Post Exclusive: Justice Department launches a criminal investigation into Trump accuser E. Jean Carroll  CNN Why Trump is investigating E. Jean Carroll  vox.com Live updates: DOJ opens criminal probe related to E. Jean Carroll’s case against Trump  NBC News The Trump DOJ Takes a Newly Brazen Step  The Atlantic

Why ABC Just Accused the Government of THREATENING Its Very EXISTENCE

The TV network on Thursday slammed the Federal Communications Commission, saying it was targeting its station licenses in a campaign of “unconstitutional retaliation.”

Why the GOP's Attacks on This Texas Lawmaker Sound Like INCEL Rhetoric

Claims about low testosterone and false accusations of veganism might play well to the online far-right, but will they win an election?

The U.S. Just Struck Iran AGAIN — What Happens Next Could Change EVERYTHING

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

The UK Migrant Detention Plan That's Now Facing a LEGAL Battle

The Home Office says the UK won’t pay France if the site doesn’t open, under a deal to curb migrant crossings.

Why Russia's New Drone Killer Is Already FAILING

The Yolka interceptor offers some protection to Russian soldiers. However, its kinetic-kill design and low production quantities limits its operational value.

Why Oil Prices Just SPIKED After America's Latest Move in IRAN

Oil prices rose on Thursday after fresh U.S. strikes in Iran renewed concerns over disruptions to commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.

Why the US Just Launched ANOTHER Strike on Iranian Soil

The US military said it targeted a military site in Bandar Abbas - a strategic port city - and shot down four Iranian attack drones.

Why Kuwait Just Activated Its AIR DEFENSES as U.S. Strikes ESCALATE

This comes as tensions in the Middle East escalated once again, with the U.S. military carrying out new strikes overnight in Iran.

Why Five European Capitals Say the Heat 'ISN'T Stopping'

‘It’s getting hotter and it’s not stopping’: dealing with the heat in five of Europe’s capitals  The Guardian Western Europe is roasting in unprecedented spring heat – and it’s not alone  Yale Climate Connections Buckled jet stream is driving Europe’s record heat. It’s causing turbulent weather in California, too  San Francisco Chronicle A Spring Heat Wave Is Breaking Records in the U.K., Spain and France  The New York Times An exceptionally early heat wave shatters records and brings deaths in

The EVACUATION Order That Just Emptied Southern Lebanon

The military says areas south of the Zahrani River are now "combat zones" as it threatens Hezbollah with fresh strikes.

Why Chinese Office Workers Are ABANDONING Cities to Become Shepherds

When an Inner Mongolia farmer sought two herders to tend his 3,000 sheep, he was swamped with applicants including graduates, factory labourers and white-collar workers A Chinese farm owner’s recruitment drive for shepherds has ended in success after his job advert seeking people to work on his Inner Mongolia ranch went viral, drawing the attention of city dwellers struggling to find work and highlighting growing strains in China’s labour market. Zuo Xiaoyong posted an advert on Chinese social m

Iranians Just Got Back Online After a MONTH — But There's a CATCH

Iranians began to regain internet access after authorities ended a monthslong shutdown. Users said service was slow and spotty in some areas, with apps like YouTube and Instagram heavily restricted.

Israel Just Told Thousands to Leave Their Homes IMMEDIATELY

Israel issues evacuation order for swathes of southern Lebanon  BBC Lebanese Resigned to a Long War, Even if U.S. and Iran Make a Deal  The New York Times Israeli strikes follow displacement order for Lebanese city of Tyre  Al Jazeera Lebanon ceasefire falters as Trump pushes for Iran deal  The Washington Post Israel declares new swathe of Lebanon 'a combat zone,' warns residents to leave  Reuters

Uganda Seals Border as Ebola Threat ESCALATES

Uganda Closes Border With Congo as Ebola Fears Rise  The New York Times Ebola outbreak: What travel restrictions have countries imposed?  Al Jazeera Uganda closes its border with Congo, where suspected cases of rare Ebola type are surging  PBS Ebola: Uganda closes border with DR Congo as virus spreads  DW.com DR Congo’s neighbors impose Covid-style measures in push to limit Ebola’s spread  NBC News

The School Fire That Just Killed SIXTEEN Children

Search-and-rescue operations are ongoing, with the number of casualties yet to be confirmed.

The RETALIATION Strike That Just Pushed U.S. and Iran to the BRINK

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps did not say which base it had targeted early Thursday, after U.S. strikes in the country’s south. The exchanges threaten a fragile cease-fire.

The Unprecedented Alliance That Will Hunt Drug Cartels TOGETHER

The deal is part of a broader effort by the Trump administration to press Latin American countries to agree to joint operations inside their borders.

Why the Middle East Is BAFFLED by Trump's Latest Peace Push

The president said more countries should be required to recognize Israel as part of a deal to end the war with Iran. Analysts say the chances of that happening are close to zero.

What Happened Inside the Kenyan School Dormitory Last Night

Parents face anxious wait for updates after blaze tears through Utumishi girls academy in Gilgil, Nakuru county A fire that ripped through a dormitory at a girls’ school in Kenya overnight has killed at least 15 students, according to police, while dozens more were injured. Gilgil police station said at least 15 girls died at Utumishi girls academy in Gilgil, Nakuru county, about 76 miles north-east of Nairobi, according to a police report seen by Reuters. Continue reading...

What Happened Inside the Girls School Before 16 Students DIED

At least 16 students died in an overnight fire at a boarding school for girls in central Kenya, the government's education minister said Thursday.

Why This British Family Says Their Government ABANDONED Them

Pathologist found Andrew Frederick’s death was a homicide but UK authorities refused specialist help The grieving family of a British man found dead in his home on the Caribbean island of Grenada have accused UK authorities of failing to support their fight for justice. The family of Andrew Frederick, 47, whose body was discovered on 4 January, are calling for an urgent review of the policies governing UK assistance to the loved ones of Brits killed abroad. Continue reading...

The Racist Incidents That Just SHATTERED Argentina's Self-Image

Case involving seven-year-old boy is latest flashpoint in debate over race relations in Latin America ‘Argentina needs to end its fantasy of being a European country’: Lucrecia Martel on the story of a killing A woman celebrating her 32nd birthday on a train journey in the Brazilian state of Minas Gerais was horrified when a fellow passenger alerted her that an unknown man had been secretly filming her seven-year-old son. When confronted, the man – an Argentinian tourist – initially refused to s

Why Another U.S. Navy Carrier Is Suddenly Heading HOME

The USS Iwo Jima has been at sea for nearly 10 months, and after returning to Norfolk, she could be sidelined for two years.

Police Just Seized the FORTUNE of a Legendary Mafia Boss

"Vast fortune" belonging to legendary Mafia boss seized by police in Italy  CBS NewsSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News

The One Decision That Could Stop a US-Iran WAR or Start One

Neither side seems interested in a return to all-out conflict, despite the latest exchange of strikes.

Starmer Fires Back at Blair Over the Decisions That Are Dividing LABOUR

Former Labour PM Sir Tony Blair has accused the government of having "no coherent plan" for the country.

The Australian Woman Who Allegedly Joined the World's Most FEARED Terrorist Group

The arrest came eight months after she returned to Australia with her children from Lebanon.

Why the EU Is Preparing to BLOCK Chinese Goods Like Never Before

Concerns among commissioners in bloc that surge in imports could lead to decline similar to that of US rust belt towns EU commissioners will meet on Friday for crunch talks aimed at imposing new restrictions on imports from China amid growing concern that Beijing is fuelling conditions for US-style rust belt towns in Europe. The surge in imports of everything from electric cars to key components in machines, medical devices and food stuffs has been dubbed China Shock 2.0, potentially mirroring t

The Exam Jewish Women Were FORBIDDEN to Take — Until Now

Until now, only Orthodox Jewish men in Israel have been allowed to take exams to become rabbis. After a long campaign, women can now also take the test - but still can't become rabbis

The Betrayal That DECEIVED Scotland's Former Leader

The former first minister said she was "coming to terms with being married to someone she did not know" after Peter Murrell's guilty plea.

The Record Europe Just SHATTERED as Temperatures Soar

French students are taking their exams in baking schools, while red alerts are issued in Italy.

Why Canada's Leader Just Offered to Help Make America GREAT

Canada prime minister urges greater economic cooperation between the two countries in speech delivered in New York Canada’s prime minister, Mark Carney has called for a new relationship with the United States to “help make America great again”. In a speech delivered in New York on Thursday, Carney said that there should be a “true partnership” that re-imagines cooperation in specific sectors challenged by global competition. Continue reading...

The Tentative Deal That Could End Months of UNCERTAINTY in the Middle East

The framework, which has reportedly yet to be approved by the leaders of the US and Iran, would extend the fragile ceasefire and launch nuclear programme talks.

The TENTATIVE Deal That Could End Decades of US-Iran HOSTILITY

U.S. and Iranian negotiators reached a tentative agreement Thursday to extend the ceasefire in the 3-month-old war by 60 days and launch talks on Iran’s nuclear program, according to a U.S. official familiar with the matter. Iran did not immediately confirm any deal, and the official noted that President Donald Trump has yet to sign off on it. The emerging memorandum of understanding came as the fragile ceasefire in the war between the U.S. and Iran appeared to be wavering. The latest flare-up i

At Least 52 DEAD After Armed Groups Clash in Colombia

Rival groups are vying for territorial control of strategic cocaine production and trafficking region At least 52 guerrilla fighters have been killed in clashes between two rival armed groups vying for territorial control of a strategic cocaine production and trafficking region in south-east Colombia, a faction of the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (Farc) involved in the fighting has said. The clashes, the most violent in recent months, took place in the jungles of the department of Guav

Why Canada's Leader Just Told New York That Distancing from the U.S. Is GOOD for America

Speaking in New York, the Canadian prime minister called for a new relationship between Canada and United States.

Iran Just Launched Missiles—But Trump's Secret TWO-MONTH Deal Could Change Everything

The latest military and economic actions come as President Trump insists he feels no pressure to make a deal with Iran before November's midterm elections.

Guatemala Just Asked the US Military For Help With THIS Problem

Central American country says its president spoke with Pete Hegseth to confirm terms of cooperation Sign up for the Breaking News US newsletter email Guatemala has requested US military cooperation spanning access to equipment, training and experts to assist Guatemalan operations against drug trafficking, the country’s president, Bernardo Arévalo, said on Thursday. The joint plans stopped short of US military operations on Guatemalan soil and fall within existing bilateral agreements, the gove

Inside Ukraine's Drone War on Russia's REAR Lines

On the ground with Ukraine's drone forces targeting Russia's battlefield rear  Reuters Ukraine is turning the tables  Financial Times Western arms makers are lining up to test their weapons on Ukraine's battlefields  Business Insider How the War in Iran Helped Ukraine Go From Problem to Solution  WSJ How New Interceptors Are Transforming Drone Warfare in Ukraine  The Dispatch

Why Depression Treatment Just Abandoned the BRAIN Entirely

A surprising new approach to depression treatment is showing early promise — not by targeting brain chemicals, but by calming the immune system. In a small clinical trial, researchers found that an anti-inflammatory drug normally used for rheumatoid arthritis appeared to ease symptoms in people with hard-to-treat depression, while also reducing fatigue and anxiety and improving quality of life.

The Hidden Circuit That FORCES You to Crave Protein

When the body runs low on protein, the gut sends powerful signals to the brain that reshape cravings and push animals to seek essential amino acids instead of sugar. Researchers say this newly discovered gut-brain network could transform our understanding of appetite, nutrition, and obesity.

The Elephant Who Proved Animals Are SELF-AWARE Just Died

Happy, a Bronx Zoo elephant who gave researchers new insight into the animal's behavior and became the crux of a closely watched animal rights case, has been euthanized at age 55.

Scientists Just Stopped Parkinson's From Spreading in the BRAIN

A newly identified protein called GPNMB may play a major role in helping Parkinson’s disease spread through the brain. Researchers discovered that immune cells release the protein in response to damaged neurons, creating a vicious cycle that speeds up brain cell degeneration. In early experiments, antibodies that blocked GPNMB stopped the toxic process from spreading between cells.

The Problem-Solving Method NASA Uses That You DON'T

Below, Lindy Elkins-Tanton shares five key insights from her new book, Mission Ready: How to Build Teams That Perform Under Pressure. Lindy is a professor at the University of California, Berkeley, director of the Berkeley Space Sciences Laboratory, and leader of the billion-dollar NASA Psyche mission, a robotic space probe bound for a metallic asteroid, for which she won NASA’s Outstanding Public Leadership Medal. She is the author of A Portrait of the Scientist as a Young Woman. What’s the big

The Ebola Scientists TRAPPED by Trump's Funding Freeze

The Centers for Research in Emerging Infectious Diseases were launched during the Covid-19 pandemic. The group lost its funding under Trump in part due to conspiracy theories.

Why Forecasters Say This Hurricane Season Won't Be WHAT You Expect

Forecasters say expected El Niño should temper hurricanes in Atlantic, urge preparedness.

The First Woman to Command a Shuttle Reveals How She BROKE Through

The first time a 17-year-old Eileen Collins drove solo after getting her driver’s license was to follow the ambulance carrying her mother after a suicide attempt. After two decades raising four children on welfare and fending off an abusive, alcoholic husband, her mother was done. It was Collins who found her in time and called the police. After such a traumatizing childhood, had Collins simply gone on to make a stable life, she would have beaten the odds. But she exceeded that, and in spectacul

What Neuroscience Just Revealed About Why Change DRAINS You

Organizations today are running what amounts to a continuous stress experiment on their people. Restructuring, digital transformation, remote and hybrid transitions, supply chain reorganisation and the rapid arrival of AI—change has become the permanent condition of working life. Leaders are puzzled or irritated when people resist, disengage or seem unable to get on board. Looking at the neuroscience of what’s happening in the mind and body offers an explanation strategy decks rarely acknowledge

The Caribbean Paradise About to BETRAY Its Climate Promises

With early tests suggesting the presence of crude oil, the Caribbean island has begun to debate whether it could justify becoming a producer Jamaica is closer than ever to drilling for oil. Tests on samples from the seabed off the Caribbean island’s south coast earlier this year identified hydrocarbons, which suggest the presence of crude oil below ground. Jamaica imports all its fuel, which costs about $1.5-2bn (£1.1bn-1.5bn) annually, depending on global oil prices. It is a persistent drag on

The Climate Projections That Will Make Today Feel COLD

In the next five years, the Earth is overwhelmingly likely to surge again and again past the international climate threshold set as safe and shatter its hottest-year record along the way, according to new United Nations climate projections. The World Meteorological Organization also forecasts an overheating Arctic that warms nearly 3 degrees Fahrenheit (1.66 degrees Celsius) between now and 2030 and a dangerous drought with potential wildfires for the Amazon, a crucial part of Earth’s natural de

The DNA Discovery That Solved a 250-Year-Old MYSTERY

Scientists have solved the mystery of the Seychelles’ vanished crocodiles using DNA from historic museum specimens. The reptiles were not a unique species after all, but an isolated population of saltwater crocodiles that likely drifted thousands of kilometers across the Indian Ocean.

The Extraction Breakthrough That Could UNLOCK Global Lithium

Researchers say they’ve found a new way to extract lithium, a crucial metal used in the lithium-ion batteries that power electric vehicles and energy storage arrays. This new technique could be more environmentally friendly and cheaper than existing ones.  The research was published today in Science, and a startup called Rock Zero is working to…

The New Weight Loss Drug That Makes Surgery Look OBSOLETE

A new experimental weight loss drug from Eli Lilly shows dramatic results that rival current GLP-1 drugs and bariatric surgery. Image Credit: Scott Olson/Getty Images Eli Lilly recently announced phase 3 trial results for a promising new weight loss drug retatrutide.  The dramatic results from the TRIUMPH-1 trial represent the greatest weight loss observed in a medication trial, rivaling current GLP-1 drugs and bariatric surgery. Retatrutide is a triple hormone receptor agonist that activate

Why MILLIONS Can't Stop Thinking About Food — Until They Take THIS

GLP-1 drugs may help reduce food cravings, leading to healthier eating habits that contribute to weight loss. Image Credit: Juan Moyano/Stocksy A recent study found that using GLP-1 drugs, such as Ozempic and Mounjaro, can help reduce food cravings. The researchers found that GLP-1 medications can reduce “food noise” better than behavioral therapy alone.  Food noise refers to persistent and intrusive thoughts about food that make healthy eating habits difficult.  The concept of “food noise”

The 'Silent Symptoms' That Killed NASCAR Star Kyle Busch — Do You Have THEM?

NASCAR driver Kyle Busch recently died from sepsis, a deadly condition that may begin with “silent symptoms.” Image credit: Sean Gardner/Getty Images NASCAR driver Kyle Busch died on May 21, 2026, from a severe case of pneumonia that progressed to sepsis.  Sepsis is the body’s extreme and potentially life threatening response to an infection.  Sepsis is both common and unpredictable, meaning it can be easily missed.  Knowing the “silent signs” of sepsis can lead to earlier intervention that

The New Screening Method That Could Replace Your DREADED Colonoscopy

New colorectal cancer screening guidelines include blood-based and at-home stool tests. Jacob Wackerhausen/Getty Images The American Cancer Society (ACS) has updated its colorectal cancer screening recommendations to include new blood and stool-based tests. The new guidelines reflect the availability of new disease detection technology and the need to expand access to screenings. The ACS states that screenings are vital as colorectal cancer rates continue to rise in adults under 50. The Amer

The Exact Sleep Duration That Could Add YEARS to Your Life

Recent research has found an association between sleep duration and biological aging. Image Credit: ArtistGNDphotography/Getty Images A recent study found that too little or too much sleep may speed aging in the brain and other organs.  The study used aging clocks to examine associations between sleep and various mental health and medical conditions.  The researchers also found a direct link between sleep and late-life depression. Sleep is an important aspect of overall health and emotional

Why Pregnant Women Can FINALLY Stop Worrying About Antidepressants

A large study found no link between SSRI use before or during pregnancy and neurodevelopmental disorders in children. Ekaterina Goncharova/Getty Images A comprehensive review found no causal link between antidepressant use before or during pregnancy and ADHD or autism. Any association of neurodevelopmental disorders appears to be linked to genetic or environmental factors. While antidepressants do have potential risks, it’s important to weigh them against the benefits. Untreated depression i

The Summer Fruit That Could Save Your HEART

Watermelon contains powerful nutrients that may offer protection against cardiovascular disease. Image Credit: J. Anthony/Stocksy Research shows that watermelon may help improve heart health and lower your risk of heart disease.  It also shows that this fruit may aid in overall nutrient intake for both adults and children.  Individuals who consume more watermelon may have a greater intake of essential nutrients, including fiber, potassium, and vitamin C. Watermelon may also help improve hydr

She Was Told It Was Lyme Disease for YEARS — The Truth Was Far Worse

When dairy farmer Brie Hyde began experiencing chronic fatigue and joint pain, doctors treated her for Lyme disease. After years of worsening symptoms, she was diagnosed with Lupus. Photography courtesy of Brie Hyde As a child, Brie Hyde dreamed of being a veterinarian. “I’ve always been an outdoorsy person, very animal fascinated,” she told Healthline. While attending the University of Vermont, she fell in love with dairy farming and started her own farm in Connecticut in 2004. “I was a f

The Life Stage When Women Should PANIC About Heart Disease

Research shows that perimenopause may be the ideal time to adopt lifestyle changes to help lower cardiovascular risks. Image Credit: Aleksandar Nakic/Getty Images A recent study suggests that perimenopause offers a “window of opportunity” for females to reassess cardiovascular risk and prompt lifestyle changes.  The findings show that perimenopausal females may be two times more likely to have lower cardiovascular health scores. According to the study authors, lower cardiovascular health sco

The Diet Change That Makes Menopause Weight Gain DISAPPEAR

Eating more plants and fewer processed foods can help with weight management during menopause. Viktoriya Skorikova/Getty Images A new study found that diets rich in plant foods and low in processed meats and salt may help with menopause weight gain. Plant foods have nutrients linked with better metabolic health and a healthy gut microbiome. Experts recommend starting a plant-forward diet with foods you already enjoy. Weight gain is common during menopause, a life stage accompanied by signifi

Why This Housewife Says Cancer Made Her STRONGER Than Ever

Real Housewives of Miami star Guerdy Abraira says her breast cancer journey has given her a “different type of strength and confidence.” Real Housewives of Miami star Guerdy Abraira. Photos courtesy of Guerdy Abraira\ In March 2023, Real Housewives of Miami star Guerdy Abraira planned to undergo breast augmentation surgery. “My breast was very dense to the point where [my doctor said], ‘We’re not touching anything until you get a mammogram,’” she told Healthline. The mammogram led to a dia

The Unexpected MIGRAINE Cure Hidden in This Weight Loss DRUG

A new study found that women using semaglutide had a reduction in their use of triptans, a drug commonly prescribed for migraine. Victor Bordera/Stocksy A study has found that treatment with semaglutide led to reduced triptan usage in women. However, no significant effect was observed in men with overweight or obesity. Experts say reductions in inflammation or intracranial pressure could play a role. Sex-related differences in how the body handles semaglutide also appear to be important. Mor

The EXACT Amount of Exercise Your Heart Actually Needs

Researchers say current aerobic exercise recommendations may not be sufficient to reduce cardiovascular risk. MoMo Productions/Getty Images Researchers say adults may need to quadruple the current weekly exercise recommendations to achieve substantial heart health benefits. Those with lower levels of fitness may need as much as 600 minutes of weekly aerobic activity to lower the risks of heart attack and stroke. Experts say the current recommendation of 150 minutes of exercise per week is a

Why Your Next Hospital Stay Might Be in Your LIVING ROOM

Studies have indicated that at-home hospital services have lower mortality rates and costs.

Cancer Treatment Already Costs a FORTUNE — Wait Until You See What's Coming

Someone who survived brain cancer in the 1990s explains how the Affordable Care Act could have helped.

The At-Home Devices Transforming Pediatric EMERGENCIES

Nearly 4 million children across the United States do not have regular access to a pediatrician.

Why Millions Taking Ozempic-Type Drugs Just Got UNEXPECTED Cancer News

A recent study shows that GLP-1 drugs may help improve survival rates in people with breast cancer, obesity, and diabetes. Image Credit: Tatsiana Volkava/Getty Images A recent study found that GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy may improve breast cancer survival and recurrence in those with obesity and related health conditions. The findings suggest that GLP-1 medications were associated with a lower risk of mortality in those with type 2 diabetes than insulin or metformin alone.  Experts s

What Brain Scans Just Revealed About Long COVID — And Why Scientists Were WRONG

A new brain imaging study has found no evidence of widespread brain inflammation in patients suffering from prolonged symptoms after COVID-19 infection. Instead, the most severe long COVID symptoms were associated with increased brain activity in regions involved in mood and emotion.

Why Only a FEW THOUSAND Men Will Get This Life-Saving Screening

Only men with a dangerous genetic variant and a family history of cancer should be offered screening, say UK advisors.

Why More Americans Are Rushing to ERs for Something They NEVER Expected

CDC data show that more people are seeking emergency room treatment for tick bites, which can lead to Lyme disease. Image Credit: Iryna Shepetko/Stocksy Data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shows that a rise in tick bites is causing higher-than-usual emergency room (ER) visits.  Tick bites can lead to Lyme disease, a bacterial infection that can be difficult to diagnose and treat.  Climate change may be partially responsible for the higher tick populations in many r

The Disease Everyone Thought Was GONE Just Made a Terrifying Return

Officials are battling local violence, misinformation, distrust of authority and attacks on health facilities while fighting the Ebola outbreak in Congo.

How Disney Is Turning TERRIFYING Medical Scans Into Magic

Disney has collaborated with Dutch health-tech multinational Philips to create themed MRI scanners for children undergoing imaging procedures. The scanners, which launched this week in the U.S. and U.K. among a handful of other countries, will see Disney stories and characters integrated into Philips Ambient Experience for MRI to create an immersive environment resulting in […]

The Ebola Outbreak Doctors Say Is Spiraling OUT OF CONTROL

Doctors at the epicenter of the Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo told ABC News that the deadly virus is still spreading at an alarming rate.

Why the Elite Are Abandoning Evian for THIS Water

For years, branding for high-end bottled water tried to sell consumers on the ineffable characteristics gained by dint of its origins: the purity of an Icelandic glacier, or the exoticness and vibrancy of an aquifer from a remote Pacific island. Now, a new generation of water brands are looking to rebrand wellness, health, and luxury as drinking a product that lacks a certain invisible mystery—namely microplastics and PFAS, the “forever chemicals.” With increasing evidence showing that bottled w

US Healthcare Costs Are STUPIDLY High—And the Outcomes Are Pathetic

There are strategies to improve healthcare, but US isn't trying them.

The EXPERIMENTAL Treatment Being Rushed to EU Hantavirus Patients Right Now

Several patients are being treated for a deadly and rare strain of hantavirus after they were sickened on a cruise ship.

Why Two States Are Investigating FIFA as World Cup Tickets Hit INSANE Prices

FIFA is under fresh scrutiny for sky-high World Cup ticket prices and sales tactics that fans say left them with worse deals than they wanted

Mookie Betts Just Said Something That Has Dodgers Fans WORRIED

The Los Angeles Dodgers’ superstar shortstop called out the team’s fans for their negativity as he works through a slump.

The World Series Coach Who Just Lost His Battle at 64

The San Francisco Giants received news that a former catcher who ended his career with the organization has died.

The Cinderella Run That Just ENDED for Eastern Michigan

Eastern Michigan women’s golf stuns the college golf world with a Cinderella run to the NCAA Final Four, upsetting powerhouse Texas before falling to Stanford.

How Tampa Bay's 2025 Acquisitions Are Actually PERFORMING in 2026

Nick Martinez was signed as a free agent and is the Rays' highest-paid player. He has delivered exceptional results in his first 10 starts with the team.

How MJF Just Celebrated His Title Win on AEW DYNAMITE

AEW Dynamite featured the follow-up from a packed Double or Nothing pay-per-view. What transpired from Philadelphia?

French Open Players Are MELTING — And Their Solutions Are Getting CREATIVE

Meet the wet bulb globe temperature, the ominous measure that shows when it's too hot to go outside.

The Humiliating Soccer Move That Became a Global OBSESSION

Nutmeg commonly spices up a holiday season eggnog. It's also one of the most sought-after trick moves in soccer.

Why a Yankees Star Will 'Suffer' for His Trump DECISION

The New York Yankees figure anticipates “consequences” for a star player’s polarizing decision regarding the president.

Why Serena Williams Might Be Planning the UNTHINKABLE

Serena Williams is in discussions about a potential return to competitive tennis at Queen's Club next month.

The NBA Honor That Just Reignited the League's Most CONTROVERSIAL Rule

The NBA announced its All-NBA teams over the most recent weekend, and two honorees re-opened discussions about the 65-game rule.

What T-Mobile Is Doing INSIDE Golf That Nobody Expected

A new USGA partnership aims to speed up officiating decisions while improving ticketing and media workflows at golf’s biggest championships

The City That Just Changed Baseball's FUTURE Forever

Sacramento has officially unveiled its sweeping plans for funding an MLB expansion ballpark and funding. Here's the details.

The Sudden Exit That Just Blew Roland Garros WIDE Open

Jannik Sinner’s Sudden Exit Means Roland Garros Is Wide Open

How USA Fencing Plans to Make the Sport HOLLYWOOD Cool

En garde! Fencing is having a moment in America, and USA Fencing is looking to ride that momentum into the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles. Leaders of USA Fencing, the governing body for fencing in the U.S. and part of the U.S. Olympic Committee, have been making the rounds in Hollywood of late as […]

The World Cup Ticket Scandal Now Under INVESTIGATION

FIFA has always had a peculiar way to sell tickets to the World Cup. It never faced any major issues — until prices soared for the 2026 tournament.

The Transfer That Could Send This Star to BARCELONA

Anthony Gordon is poised to join Barcelona from Newcastle United following a challenging 2025/26 campaign at club level.

The Indianapolis 500 Numbers That Just Shocked FOX Executives

This year's Indianapolis 500 telecast on FOX continued the trend of a big rating, falling just short of last year's viewership. The story behind the big number.

Why the Richest College Athletes Just Got BAD News From Congress

The Protect College Sports Act bill could ‘materially harm the earnings potential of top college athletes,’ one sports attorney says.

Russia's Skating Ban Could Be LIFTED—Here's When

After FISU eased restrictions on Russian and Belarusian athletes, the International Skating Union could join the growing wave of sport federations lifting national bans.

The $245 Million Salary Cap That Could Trigger a Baseball SHUTDOWN

The Major League Baseball Players Association called out "billionaire owners" and suggested games could be missed next season.

The World Cup Documentary That's Really a COMING OF AGE Story

On today’s episode of “Daily Variety” podcast, Rand Getlin, director-executive producer of the HBO documentary “U.S. Against the World: Four Years With the Men’s National Soccer Team,” discusses the road to the World Cup and the rising popularity of men’s and women’s soccer in America. Getlin spent more than four years documenting the road to the […]

Spielberg's New Film Is Being Called His BEST in Two Decades

Steven Spielberg’s “Disclosure Day” has been unveiled to members of the film press ahead of its June 12 release date, and first reactions are calling the sci-fi UFO-focused movie “Spielberg’s best film in 20 years,” with high praise for star Emily Blunt. Gizmodo senior entertainment reporter Germain Lussier took to X to share his reaction, […]

Why Olivia Rodrigo Says Her Dress Choice Exposes America's DARKEST Problem

Olivia Rodrigo has spoken about the online controversy surrounding her recent choice to wear a babydoll dress, stating that the logic behind the criticism showed how “we really normalize pedophilia in our culture” and that she was actually inspired by music icons like Kathleen Hanna and Courtney Love to wear them. Rodrigo recently donned the […]

How My Liberal Actor Brother Became a Manosphere MESSIAH

The sister of Mexican influencer El Temach tells the BBC she does not recognise him any more.

Kimmel Calls Carolla His 'Life Partner' — Then Says Something SHOCKING

Jimmy Kimmel got teary-eyed while honoring podcaster-comedian Adam Carolla, his longtime friend and former colleague, at his Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony on Wednesday.  Kimmel began his speech by remembering his first introduction to Carolla, which came in 1994 when the late-night star was working on “Kevin and Bean,” a Los Angeles radio show. Then […]

Why Morris Day Just REFUSED to Play This Controversial D.C. Festival

Singer Morris Day has denied what he is calling “rumors” that he and the Time are set to play a “Freedom 250” concert on the National Mall next month, even though organizers announced him as headlining a show June 27 as part of a controversial 16-day fair in Washington, D.C. “Contrary to rumors,” Day announced […]

The 1702 Flashback That Reveals Widow's Bay's EVIL Origins

SPOILER ALERT: This post contains spoilers from “Our History” and “Seasickness,” the sixth and seventh episodes of “Widow’s Bay,” now streaming on Apple TV. Betty Gilpin felt like she was haunting the cast of “Widow’s Bay.” Apple TV’s horror-comedy from creator Katie Dippold had already shot its first season when Gilpin arrived on set to […]

Paul Mescal Knew McCartney's Song Better Than MCCARTNEY Himself

The music legend on delivering "memory songs" for his 20th solo album, The Boys of Dungeon Lane - and why he's intrigued by the new Beatles biopics.

Insiders Expose the TOXIC Culture Behind Married at First Sight UK

Fresh revelations come after two women told the BBC they had been raped on the Channel 4 reality show.

Where Steven Spielberg Says AI Should NEVER Be Allowed

Steven Spielberg spoke out against AI in filmmaking during a recent appearance on Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson’s “IMO” podcast. While the legendary director said he thinks AI can be useful to “find solutions to medical issues,” he doesn’t want it taking over the creative process in Hollywood. “Where I don’t love AI is where […]

The Award Winner Who Just DESTROYED CBS on Live TV

Student journalist Santiago Campos, a senior from Washington, D.C.’s District of Columbia International School, wowed the News Emmys crowd on Wednesday night by taking on CBS News as he accepted this year’s Mike Wallace Memorial Scholarship — named after the legendary CBS journo. As former CBS Evening News anchor Scott Pelley — who presented the […]

The Two Networks That Just DOMINATED the News Emmys

ABC News led the 47th annual News Emmys with eight wins, including the top prize for outstanding live news program — repeating last year’s victory for “ABC World News Tonight With David Muir.” But coming on strong was a Disney sibling: Nat Geo, which won seven News Emmys thanks to “Trafficked With Mariana van Zeller,” […]

The Dark Price Chris Hansen Paid for CATCHING Predators on TV

'Primetime' exposes the dark true story of Chris Hansen’s Dateline era. Pattinson stars in this thriller about media paranoia, vigilante justice and hunting for ratings.

Why This Hit Show's Second Season Is Breaking Your HEART

Netflix’s “The Four Seasons,” an adaptation of Alan Alda’s 1981 film of the same name, has returned for a second season, and this time, grief, mid-life crises, babies and depression are on the menu. Created by Tina Fey, Lang Fisher and Tracey Wigfield, the first season followed three couples, all-decades-long friends, who vacation together throughout […]

Why Music Legends Are FLEEING This July 4th Festival

On the very day the “Freedom 250” concert series was announced, rapper Young MC became the second artist to publicly back out of the government-sponsored festival taking place on the National Lawn in Washington, D.C.. His exit following Morris Day’s statement earlier Wednesday that he and the Time would have nothing to do with the […]

The Film Opening Shanghai Festival That EVERYONE's Watching

“Afterpiece,” a Hong Kong drama produced by Derek Yee and directed by debut filmmaker Keane T.K. Wong, will world premiere as the opening film of the 28th Shanghai International Film Festival, which runs June 12-21. The film centers on Owen, a once-celebrated stage director who has spent more than a decade in creative paralysis. When […]

How TikTok Is FORCING Hollywood to Film Vertically

TikTok's first Indian microdrama deal and AI films at Cannes signal vertical drama's move from app-store novelty toward mainstream distribution.

Hunting Wives Star Lists Hollywood Hills Retreat for $3 MILLION

Canadian actress Malin Akerman and her husband, Jack Donnelly, have brought their longtime L.A. hideaway to the market for $2.99 million—more than 15 years after purchasing the “idyllic” abode.

Why Sherlock's Greatest Enemy Is Getting His Own SERIES

Sherlock Holmes remains a prime source of inspiration for TV execs so what to do when series about the iconic private detective have become almost ubiquitous? Elementary, my dear reader; turn to his arch nemesis, Professor James Moriarty. The criminal mastermind, created by author Arthur Conan Doyle to torment his famously observant protagonist, is set […]

The Nonfiction Books EVERYONE Will Be Talking About This Summer

Memoirs, histories, true crime, investigations and much more.

Why 'House of the Dragon' Stars Are Heading to ITALY

The Italian premiere of the first episode of HBO’s “House of the Dragon” Season 3 has been set as opener of Italy’s upcoming Taormina Film Festival that will run June 10-14 in the Sicilian sea resort. “House of the Dragon” stars Steve Toussaint (Lord Corlys Velaryon), Harry Collett (Jacaerys Velaryon), Bethany Antonia (Baela Targaryen) and […]

The Cannes Winners Making Their Way to INDIA

India’s Impact Films has pulled off a rare double at Cannes, with both the Palme d’Or winner and the Grand Prix winner – Cristian Mungiu’s “Fjord” and Andrei Zvyagintsev’s “Minotaur” – having been acquired for South Asian distribution before the festival opened. “Fjord,” acquired from Goodfellas, is Mungiu’s first film shot outside Romania and follows […]

Sting's Musical Returns to London—But Something's DIFFERENT

Sting will star in a newly adapted production of his musical “The Last Ship” at Theatre Royal Drury Lane in London from Sept. 22 to Oct. 3, produced by Karl Sydow, with Barney Norris contributing a new book. Leo Warner directs, with 59 – a Journey studio – handling set and video design. The production […]

The Game That Could Decide Who Becomes the Next James BOND

Yesterday James Bond video game 007 First Light was released by IO Interactive. In light of the media coverage, you could be forgiven for thinking it was a new movie.

Why Cynthia Erivo Says the Red Carpet Incident Was About RACE

Wicked co-star said reactions to the incident, which included suggestions she was Grande’s ‘bodyguard’, reflect an insidious view of Black women Wicked star Cynthia Erivo has said that reactions to the incident at the Singapore premiere of Wicked: For Good, in which she stepped in to fend off a red-carpet invader who grabbed co-star Ariana Grande, revealed “the insidious nature of how we view Black women” and put her off campaigning for Oscars. In an interview with Variety, Erivo said that she a

How Disney's Attraction Refresh Strategy Is PRINTING Money

Disney consistently maintains over 100 attractions and 29,000 hotel rooms across its roughly 43 square mile resort property.

Why Harry Styles Just Staged a SHOCKING Chart Comeback

Three of the four albums Harry Styles has released on his own — Fine Line, Harry's House and his latest — return to the charts in the U.K.

Toronto's New Genre Showcase: What It Means for INDEPENDENT Filmmakers

Genre is in ascension, and Fantasia’s Frontières and the Toronto Festival’s TIFF: The Market are making sure Canadian filmmakers can reach for the top this fall. Frontières, the international genre co-production market organized by Montreal’s Fantasia Film Festival, is teaming up with TIFF: The Market to crack open a new genre market showcase at the […]

The SNL U.K. Star Who Wants to Be the NEXT Tina Fey

Ania Magliano isn’t afraid of a risky joke.  The 28-year-old British comedian — who has become a breakout star of “Saturday Night Live U.K.” — came out swinging in the premiere episode in March with an impressive takedown of former Prince Andrew, who had just been arrested and ordered to leave his royal home. “Andrew’s […]

Why Disney and Sony's Top Executives Just Joined This POWERFUL Board

Walt Disney Co. CEO Josh D’Amaro, Sony Group Corp. president/CEO Hiroki Totoki and Liberty Media president/CEO Derek Chang are among new executives joining the Paley Center for Media’s board of trustees, while new names to the Paley Los Angeles Board of Governors include Imagine Entertainment co-founder and chairman Brian Grazer. The new appointees were announced […]

Variety's First U.K. Women's Impact Report: The Names You NEED to Know

Variety’s first-ever Women’s Impact Report U.K. showcases the executives and talent that led from across the pond, driving top features and television series, winning awards and leading companies to greater things.

Why a Former ABC News Anchor Just Launched a CONTROVERSIAL New Platform

Terry Moran is accustomed to reporting from across the nation. Getting all that journalism served up? That’s where he’s had to learn a few things. “Logistics, equipment…all that stuff is ‘old dog, new tricks,'” quips Moran during a recent interview. Moran used to report for traditional TV outlets, most recently ABC News. For nearly a […]

Sandra Hüller's Post-War Road Trip: The Cannes Film Everyone's TALKING About

Mubi has released the official trailer and artwork for Paweł Pawlikowski’s “Fatherland” following its world premiere at the Cannes Film Festival. The historical drama was among the festival’s standout titles this year, eliciting plenty of critical praise and being tipped as an awards season contender. “Fatherland,” which in Cannes won the best director award in a […]

Ella Langley's Own Hit Is BLOCKING Her From No. 1

Ella Langley's "Be Her" nearly becomes the bestselling track in the country as it lifts to a new high of No. 2 on the Digital Song Sales chart, blocked by "Choosin' Texas."

Michael Jackson's THIRD Top 10 Hit This Month: How Is This Possible?

Decades after it was pushed as a single, Michael Jackson's "P.Y.T. (Pretty Young Thing)" climbs into the top 10 on Billboard's Dance Digital Song Sales chart.

Maika Monroe's Nightmare Nanny Role: The Horror Comedy That's DIVIDING Critics

The governess is thoroughly ungoverned in “Victorian Psycho,” a grisly ostensible horror comedy from director Zachary Wigon that’s neither frightening nor funny enough to pass muster — and not quite outrageous enough to garner the kind of notoriety it’s aiming for, either. A shot of lurid genre energy that at least provided some tonal contrast […]

Why This Influencer Is Embracing the Stereotype Everyone MOCKS

Olivia Ponton is launching a new era for her book podcast — and as part of that, the influencer and model is looking to recast the blonde stereotype to show that someone can be both obsessed with fashion and beauty as well as intellectually curious. Ponton is renaming the show from “Booked & Busy” to […]

The Movie Empire Everyone Wants But Nobody Can EXPLAIN Why

Imax has been in an enviable position since the great box office reset. It’s no secret that movie theater attendance has languished in post-pandemic years. But when audiences have opted to go to cinemas, they’ve gravitated toward premium moviegoing options like Imax to distinguish the big screen experience from watching a film at home. To […]

The Rock Legends Uniting for a Festival That Could CHANGE Everything

Rage Against the Machine co-founder and longtime activist Tom Morello has announced the “Power to the People” festival — described as a “non-partisan celebration of peace, justice, solidarity, music, and community action” — taking place Saturday, October 3, 2026 at Merriweather Post Pavilion in Columbia, MD, near Washington D.C. The concert will feature Foo Fighters, […]

Disney's $100M Promise That Could Transform Childhood ILLNESS

Disney is teaming up with Philips on a new initiative to help reduce anxiety and avoid sedation during children’s MRIs.

The Deep Spinoff Pitch That Could CHANGE The Boys Forever

The Deep could have had his own spinoff from The Boys, which sounds like a great idea, given what Chace Crawford has revealed about it.

What Really Happened Between The Pitt's Biggest STARS

The Pitt has been the subject of wild fan fiction about the relationships between his actors, and now one is challenging that notion.

The Call of Duty Storyline That Takes War to KOREA

Lock and load: “Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4” has been unveiled as the next mainline game in the Microsoft-owned Activision’s massive war-game franchise. Per the official description for the game, “Set against a rapidly escalating global conflict centered on the Korean Peninsula, ‘Modern Warfare 4’ pushes the series into darker and more dangerous territory […]

Why This Festival Director Opened Screenings During AIR Strikes

Hania Mroue, founder and director of Beirut’s beloved Metropolis Cinema — Lebanon’s only arthouse movie theater — is planning to host the second edition of the South Screens (Écrans du Sud) Film Festival on Thursday evening, just as Israel is stepping up air strikes in Lebanon. Mroue is forging head despite an airstrike Thursday afternoon […]

Guy Fieri's New Show That Nobody SAW Coming

Guy Fieri has another Food Network show in the works — but this one has a digital twist. Titled “Guy’s Feast Club,” the talk-show style food program will debut Thursday, June 11 at 7 p.m. ET exclusively on Food Network’s YouTube channel. Per the description for the show, “From local joints to home-cooked spreads, Fieri […]

What Really Happens Inside Hollywood's WRITERS' Rooms

Variety’s annual A Night in the Writers’ Room event took place on May 7 in Los Angeles with intimate conversations and behind-the-scenes insights of some of the biggest shows on television. See the portraits below.

The International Talent Kristen Stewart Just Assembled for THIS

Biarritz Film Festival – Nouvelles Vagues has assembled an eclectic international lineup of rising actors, filmmakers and auteurs for the jury of its fourth edition which will be presided over by Kristen Stewart. Stewart, whose directorial debut “The Chronology of Water” premiered at the Cannes Film Festival in 2025, will be joined on the jury […]

How Robert Pattinson Became Suki Waterhouse's Secret MUSE

Suki Waterhouse is feeling nostalgic. On a gloomy spring afternoon, the 34-year-old meets me at a cozy Notting Hill pub across the street from the flat where she lived for most of her 20s. Her manager booked a table under a pseudonym, but at 2:30 p.m., the establishment is empty except for a few old […]