Wednesday, July 8, 2026

Why 90% Recovery Isn't ENOUGH After This Network's Catastrophic FAILURE

Acting communications minister warns ‘large number of mobile calls and connections’ affected. Follow today’s news live Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Telstra outage reported to be cause of Victoria train stoppage There is a long list of cancelled trains on the official V/line site, but the TL/DR is that Victoria’s regional train network has ground to a halt. Due to a radio network fault affecting the network, services are currently unable to operate … Passengers ar

Why Traders Think the Government WON'T Own a Piece of OpenAI

Traders on the prediction markets platform see a less than 30% likelihood the federal government will take a stake in AI companies Anthropic and OpenAI.

What Samsung's Market Reaction Reveals About AI's NEW Leaders

CNBC's Jim Cramer said Samsung's earnings sparked a sell-off in AI hardware stocks, while many tech names that have lagged this year rebounded.

The Startup Competition Deadline That Just Got EXTENDED Again

If you're building something ambitious, this is a fast track to the people who can move your startup forward.

What Meta's Glasses Will Do If You Try to DISABLE This Feature

Even so, the privacy LED light is still hard to see. It’s on in this photo. | Photo by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge Amid public backlash over its smart glasses, Meta announced that it will be updating its glasses with a new feature that will disable the camera when it detects that someone has tampered with or destroyed the glasses' privacy LED light. The update is meant to address modders who have taken actions such as physically drilling into the LED light. Meta has previously tried to

Why Congress Is PANICKING Over Chinese AI in American Companies

An ongoing House Committee investigation is probing the risks involved in the rise of AI built in China.

The Chip Decision That Could RESHAPE Apple's Future

The AI Chip Startup That Just Became Worth MORE Than Most Countries

AI chip maker SambaNova has raised at an $11B valuation months after Intel was rumored to be trying to buy it for about $1.6 billion.

The AI LOOPHOLE That Could Turn Your Smart Assistant Into a WEAPON

"HalluSquatting" weaponizes LLMs' inability to say "I don't know."

The $11 BILLION Bet That Could End Nvidia's DOMINANCE

SambaNova is valued at $11 billion after fresh financing led by General Atlantic, as AI chip startups look to challenge Nvidia.

The Samsung Device That Could Make Your Phone OBSOLETE by July 22nd

Samsung has announced that its next Galaxy Unpacked launch event will be held on July 22nd, with the tagline: "A new shape unfolds." It's long been rumored that Samsung is about to expand its foldable phone line to a third format, with a shorter and wider version of its big book-style foldables, to match Huawei's Pura X Max and Apple's expected foldable iPhone. Today's announcement adds to that impression, showing a tall ticket with the stub torn off, leaving it shorter than before. Alongside th

The FREE Tool That Just Made Every AI Chip FASTER

ZML, a hot French AI startup endorsed by Turing Award winner Yann LeCun, has now released ZML/LLMD, software that could make running AI less costly.

The PATCHWORK Problem That's Breaking AI Across AMERICA

State-level AI laws are being enacted at a rapid pace, but this is creating a Byzantine array of AI restrictions. AI makers struggle. An AI Insider analysis and scoop.

Why China Just Issued an URGENT Warning About This AI

China said specific versions of Claude Code posed back-door vulnerabilities that could send sensitive information to a remote server.

The Loophole Giving Californians FREE Waymo Rides

A key delay from a state agency means robotaxi rides in the company’s new Ojai vehicle might be free for a few more months.

The AI That Just Got Government APPROVAL to Change Everything

Why This DeepMind Insider Says the AI Race Ends in DISASTER

Verity Harding tells WIRED that the US government’s nationalistic attitude toward AI is evidence that a worst-case scenario is taking shape.

The Ransomware Attack No Human TOUCHED—Until It Was Too Late

Typically, when hackers attempt to break into a system, they have to retrace steps and make incremental changes time and again. A new campaign called JadePuffer, run entirely by AI, instead works autonomously, finding unexplored avenues on its own to continuously deploy brute-force tactics. It could increase the spread of the incursion exponentially. A recent report from cloud security firm Sysdig details the capabilities of JadePuffer, which it says is the first ransomware campaign run complete

Apple Just Bet $30 BILLION on Something You've Never Heard Of

Apple is expanding its Broadcom partnership in a $30 billion-plus chipmaking agreement, its largest American manufacturing commitment to date.

What Happened When Hackers Tried to POISON America's Water Supply

Burst water mains. Evacuated hospitals. In a closed-door simulation, insurers played out their response to a mass disruption by China’s Volt Typhoon hackers—and found a nightmare scenario.

The BIZARRE Way OnlyFans Models Are Erasing Hacked Government Sites

Scammers are hijacking government websites to upload ads for “leaked” OnlyFans content. Thousands of copyright complaints from adult creators are helping people avoid malicious links.

The SpaceXAI Logo Is So BAD Even Grok Hates It

Elon Musk’s latest brand is called SpaceXAI. It will be the face of all the AI services offered by SpaceX, from Grok to its AI server farms on Earth and in space. Its new Frankenlogo is about as visually convoluted as the company’s name suggests. It shows the iconic Space X wordmark with an illegible “xAI” appendage tacked onto the end of it. The SpaceXAI brand is the result of a confusing mashup of company interests. Musk founded xAI in 2023, in response to OpenAI and the other artificial inte

The Law That Could Make Tesla's Robotaxi ILLEGAL

For more than a decade, one question has loomed over the race to build autonomous vehicles: Are cameras alone enough to safely replace human drivers, or do truly driverless cars need additional, overlapping sensors like lidar and radar to navigate the world reliably? Tesla has bet billions of dollars that artificial intelligence and cameras are sufficient. Nearly every other major autonomous vehicle developer has gone the opposite direction. Until now, that argument has largely been left to exec

LG's Brilliant New Display That Costs a FORTUNE

It’s hard to say if the pricey LG Micro RGB Evo television is worth shelling out for compared to its cheaper competitors, but you’ll probably enjoy its color-popping display.

The Pickup Artist Who Fell in Love with an AI GIRLFRIEND

A new book claims that Mystery, who teaches awkward men how to hit on women, had sex and smoked weed with an AI chatbot named Miss Shira Always.

How to Tell Your Team You're Going AI-First WITHOUT Becoming a MEME

AI has become a trigger word for thousands of skilled professionals worldwide. From students booing commencement speeches celebrating AI as the next industrial revolution to thousands of laid-off employees, people are sick and tired of being reminded how replaceable they are. No one feels excitement at the prospect of being automated out of their job. No wonder that CEOs championing their AI initiatives and simultaneously laying off employees have been labeled tone-deaf, psychotic, apocalyptic,

The 9 Best Portable Power Stations Tested for CAPACITY and Size

Whether you’re going off-grid or safeguarding against blackouts, these beefy, WIRED-tested batteries can keep the lights on.

The MagSafe Power Banks You Should NEVER Buy for Your iPhone

Keep your iPhone or Qi2 Android phone topped up with one of the best portable chargers.

Where OpenAI's Former Executive Just Landed NEXT

Kevin Weil's new role at Stoke Space suggests reusable rockets are the next hot thing in Silicon Valley.

The Gaming Device That Finally Fits EVERYWHERE in Your Life

For the last couple weeks, I've been in an extremely lucky position: I've been spending a lot of time playing games on Valve's Steam Machine. We gave the Steam Machine a 6, and I don't disagree with my colleague Sean Hollister's review. But even though I already own a PS5 and an Xbox Series X, and even though I've experienced the Steam Machine's drawbacks for myself, I would spend the $1,049 to buy one right now. My PS5 and Xbox Series X can't play the hundreds of games in my growing Steam lib

The AI Model OpenAI Was FORBIDDEN to Release—Until Now

OpenAI's chief rival, Anthropic, recently restored access to its latest models following a weeks-long clash with the government.

Meta's NEW Feature Lets Strangers Do THIS With Your Photos

The tech giant said people can opt out - but privacy campaigners called it a "recipe for disaster".

The Venus Williams App That Won't Let You Use Your PHONE Until You Walk

With funding from tennis star and angel investor Venus Williams, the French app WeWard says that it increases walking time by almost 25%.

How Starlink Found My Dog When Every Other Tracker FAILED

Gus, the wirehaired pointing griffon, models the Fi Ultra while overlooking Charleston Harbor. Fi Ultra is the first Starlink-enabled pet tracker you can buy. It expands on GPS and LTE trackers, adding automatic failover to T-Mobile's T-Satellite-branded direct-to-cell service when venturing into cellular dead zones. That lets owners tap into SpaceX's constellation of low Earth orbit Starlink satellites to track their pets anywhere in the US. But it comes with a few tradeoffs based on our earl

The $60 Million AI That Wants to Build YOUR Personal Story Engine

Kaon AI, a start-up focused on building personalized story worlds powered by generative AI for its users through its products FlowGPT and Emochi, has raised $60 million in its most recent funding round at a valuation in the several hundreds of millions. Investors included B Capital, Redpoint Ace, Goodwater Capital and DCM. The Berkeley, California-based […]

Why Creativity Matters MORE Than Ever in the Age of AI

We are entering what the creativity strategist Natalie Nixon calls the Imagination Era, a moment when ideas, curiosity, and new ways of thinking matter more than ever. As artificial intelligence accelerates, leaders face a critical question: How can they treat AI as a creative partner rather than a replacement for human thinking?  In this Fast Company Live conversation, Natalie Nixon, PhD, founder of Figure 8 Thinking and creator of the WonderRigor™ method, joins Fast Company senior editor Jon G

Waymo Just Made a Move That Could TRANSFORM Four Cities

Waymo has a big lead in the nascent U.S. robotaxi market, and is opening up in more cities.

The $90M Bet on a Rocket Engine That Could CHANGE Everything

Build a new kind of rocket engine, and the world will beat a path to your door.

Why Apple Is Suddenly Making Chips in AMERICA

Apple has signed a $30 billion+ multiyear deal with Broadcom to design and produce more than 15 billion U.S.-made custom wireless connectivity chips for Apple products.

Why Google's Pixel Phones Are About to Get EXPENSIVE

The Google Pixel 10 lineup. | Photo: Allison Johnson / The Verge Google's upcoming Pixel lineup might cost more than last year's. A report from Dealabs spotted by 9to5Google suggests that Google could raise the starting price of its 41mm Pixel Watch 5 to $399, while adding LTE could bump the price to $499. That's a $50 jump from the base Pixel Watch 4, which starts at $349 for Wi-Fi and $449 for LTE. Meanwhile, the larger 45mm Pixel Watch 5 is rumored to cost $429 with Wi-Fi only, or $529 with

How the Supreme Court Just Unleashed the Data Center BOOM

How the Supreme Court cleared the way for the data center boom  Politico

The ONE Gaming Laptop Worth Buying Right Now

It’s not a great time to shop for a gaming laptop. The unprecedented rise in cost for RAM (and storage to a slightly lesser extent) has made laptops with low-to-midrange specs cost much more than they should. Recent deals on gaming laptops worth your attention have been uninspiring, but one recently caught my eye: MSI’s Katana laptop with a 15.6-inch 1440p display, Nvidia’s RTX 5060 GPU, a fast Intel Core i7 CPU, and the pairing of 16GB DDR5 RAM and a 1TB SSD costs $1,133.67 at Amazon. MSI Katan

This $800 Robot Dog Camera Made Me Feel Something I NEVER Expected

The Mondo Robotics Beni. | Photo by Sean Hollister / The Verge What if you had a drone that wasn't a buzzy, annoying fly people wanted to swat - but rather a cute dog that runs and jumps? What if it could do tricks on command, and film your tricks as well? What if it could get right back up after a nasty-looking crash, dozens of times in a row? The first time I saw Beni on Instagram, I immediately thought it was AI video slop. Surely consumer robots aren't that smart and agile in 2026? Then I

Solo GP Ashley Smith Announces Second $25M Fund to Back Startups in AI, Security and More

Vermilion Cliffs Ventures announced Wednesday the close of a $25 million Fund II.

The AI Startups Growing So Fast They're DEFYING Expectations

There are a lot of fast-growing AI startups, but some are growing even faster, they say.

The Data Breach That Just Exposed MILLIONS of Driver's Licenses

The cyberattack targeting a U.S. insurance giant is the largest known breach of driver's license numbers so far in 2026.

The $1.2 BILLION Bet Paradigm Just Made on Crypto's Future

Paradigm, the VC firm founded in 2018 to back crypto startups, raised a $1.2 billion Fund III.

The $130M Startup Helping Companies Build Their Own AI AGENTS

The round, led by Radical Ventures, values the two-year old startup at $1 billion.

Why ChatGPT's New Voice Finally Learned to SHUT UP

OpenAI is overhauling ChatGPT's voice mode with a new model that it says is more like "talking to another person." The new GPT-Live-1 is designed to interrupt you less and will also wait for you to continue speaking if you pause mid-conversation. During a press briefing, OpenAI researcher lead Kundan Kumar called GPT-Live-1 the company's "smartest voice model" yet. It will automatically pass your queries to its best text models, like GPT-5.5, when it needs to reason or search the web, allowing i

What Xbox Just Did That Left Its Workers DEVASTATED

Microsoft laid off 1,600 employees across its Xbox division this week, including hundreds of union video game workers represented by Communications Workers of America. The workforce reduction comes in addition to what new CEO Asha Sharma calls the “most significant restructure” in the Microsoft division’s history. Microsoft announced approximately 4,800 total job cuts across the […]

What MIT Just Revealed About AI's Next TRANSFORMATION

Why Meta's Plan to Make AI Glasses Less Creepy Will BACKFIRE

Meta is adding a new safeguard to stop people from secretly recording others with its AI glasses. But the update comes as the company continues to expand how much personal data its AI products collect and use.

The Company That Could Buy Xbox If Microsoft GIVES UP

This week, Microsoft took a huge ax to its Xbox business. The company announced that it would be laying off 1,600 workers now, 1,600 more over the next fiscal year, and that it would be shedding four studios. Xbox CEO Asha Sharma hasn't been shy about why she's making such dramatic cuts, saying in a memo that the business is "not healthy." Speaking to Fortune, she said that "we simply spread ourselves too thin." Given the scale of the changes and Xbox's currently vague strategy of focusing only

The Three Things Leaders Must Do Before AI TAKES OVER

When the leader of a legal-tech startup began using ChatGPT, he started by doing what most of us do – embracing the new technology’s ability to take over some of the smaller, more tedious parts of the job. But within a few months, the AI model had gone from an assistant that helped with emails to the highest source of authority in the company. The first sign that the train was running off the rails came when he instructed his staff that they were to consult the AI before every meeting to discuss

The Robot That Will Make Cockroaches FEAR You

A little robotic switch-flipper has become my sidekick in combating cockroaches. Before I got the SwitchBot Bot Rechargeable, I'd tiptoe through the dark every morning, hoping I wouldn't step on one of those terrible bugs scurrying around as I made my way to the light switch across the room. Now I'm ready for battle before I even enter the room because I can switch it on from afar, thanks to the $33.99 SwitchBot Bot Rechargeable. The small gadget attaches via adhesive near a switch or button an

The $40 Travel Gadget That Changes EVERYTHING

Twelve South’s AirFly Pro is just $5 more than the SE model. | Image: Twelve South If you’ve got a summer trip coming up, the last-gen Twelve South AirFly Pro is one of those gadgets that can make a long flight feel a little shorter. It lets you use your wireless headphones with in-flight entertainment systems, and right now it’s on sale for $39.99 ($15 off) at Amazon. That’s the best price we’ve seen all year and just $7 shy of the all-time low we last saw in January 2025. Twelve South AirFly

The $2,000 'EV' That's Smaller Than Your DESK

When searching for an affordable electric vehicle these days, there are always tradeoffs. How much range are you willing to sacrifice, how much leg room and storage space, how many features, in the pursuit of that magic sticker price that won't break the bank? The Fiat Topolino is basically the ultimate embodiment of those tradeoffs. For the dirt cheap price of $13,995, you get a top speed of 19mph, an all-electric range of 46 miles, and a wheelbase that's barely longer than one and a half king

Why This CEO Thinks Video Games Beat the ENTIRE Internet

When it comes to achieving artificial general intelligence (AGI), large language models just don’t have what it takes. Models like ChatGPT and Claude are great at text, but they’re less skilled at understanding how things actually move through space and time — an essential skill for producing intelligence that generalizes. That gap, it turns out, might be filled by gaming data. That’s the bet behind General Intuition, a […]

Google Photos' New AI Tool Lets You REMIX Videos—Here's What It Can Do

The feature can do things like apply cinematic relighting to brighten up a dark clip, swap out a plain background for something fun, or add artistic styles to videos.

Why Automattic's New Documentary Is a Battle Cry for the OPEN Internet

The free and open internet faces threats from companies propagating walled gardens designed to control your data and the rise of black-box AI systems. To preserve the vitality of the digital commons, individuals must take action to support the principles behind open-source code. That’s the message from “Code for the People,” a short documentary film […]

Why Australia Just Ordered Volunteers to DESTROY Thousands of Working Routers

But the devices could "easily be reflashed."

TikTok Users Think They Control Their Feed—Here's the TRUTH

The "not interested" feature is your friend, but users must intentionally and constantly curate their FYPs

Microsoft Just Made a SHOCKING Decision About Xbox's FUTURE

As part of Microsoft's big Xbox "reset," which includes layoffs affecting 3,200 staffers, jettisoning studios, and shifting investments to focus on "higher priority projects," Obsidian Entertainment is changing its plans. The studio, behind games like Grounded and The Outer Worlds, is starting work on a new Fallout title and has canceled "multiple projects," including a sequel to last year's Avowed, according to Bloomberg. Despite the success of the Fallout TV show, which is getting a third seas

Musk's NEW X Feature That Will NOTIFY You When Posts Are WRONG

X plans to send users direct messages when posts they’ve liked, replied to, or reposted receive Community Notes, an update aimed at addressing criticism that the platform’s crowdsourced fact-checking system often arrives too late to curb misinformation.

The Self-Driving Car That Just Called the COPS on Its Own PASSENGERS

If you think no one is paying attention inside your driverless taxi, think again. Two California teenagers were detained Monday after a Waymo detected suspicious behavior during their ride and alerted police in San Mateo. The teenagers were allegedly spotted drinking alcohol and shooting out Orbeez—small squishy beads that absorb water—from the windows with toy guns, leading Waymo to park in a nearby lot and lock the passengers inside until authorities showed up. A video posted to social media s

Elon Just Dropped Something He Claims Rivals the BEST AI Ever Made

Elon Musk's tech company released the newest version of Grok on Wednesday, promising a cheaper, more efficient alternative to other powerful AI models.

Why Meta Is Suddenly Building Its First MASSIVE Data Center in Canada

Meta is building its first big Canadian data center as AI expansion crosses the border.

Why This Startup Thinks Robots Are About to Have Their CHATGPT Moment

General Intuition is betting millions of hours of video game data can train the foundation models for physical AI, making it easier to build smarter robots with minimal real-world data.

The App That Forces You to Slow Down to PIGEON Speed

This developer didn't expect his side project to grow to 300,000 users, but people love Roost because it's an alternative to an always-on, fast-paced online culture.

The Drone Company About to Invade American SKIES

Manna is launching a U.S. operations and manufacturing facility in Tulsa, Oklahoma that will eventually employ 1,000 people.

The Samsung Deal That's Almost Too Good to IGNORE

Even though they haven’t been officially announced yet, Samsung is giving you a chance to save some cash when you preorder what we’re expecting to be the brand’s updated Galaxy Z Fold phones. The next Galaxy Unpacked event will take place on July 22nd, 2026, and features the tagline “A new shape unfolds.” In addition to seeing updated versions of the existing Flip and Fold form factors, we anticipate the debut of a new, wider foldable phone. If you register your interest ahead of time and end up

How Google's System Just Exposed a Viral McConnell Photo as FAKE

Earlier this week, a picture that seemed to show Kentucky Senator Mitch McConnell covered in tubes in a hospital bed in a state of extreme distress. It turned out to be an AI-generated fake.

Why the John Deere Settlement Just Changed EVERYTHING for Repair Rights

After more than a decade of pushback, farmers and repair advocates have won access to equipment and services John Deere had long kept under its control.

The EU-Backed Startup That Could REVOLUTIONIZE Chip Manufacturing

The race to produce more chips is on, and Europe is in. ASML, the Dutch company that has a near-monopoly on manufacturing the machines used for chipmaking, may soon no longer be an isolated success story. Like its U.S. counterpart, the European Chips Act aims to foster the semiconductor industry — in part thanks to […]

The Self-Improving AI I Built — And Why You Can TOO

Experiments in using AI to build AI show that the future doesn’t just belong to the frontier labs.

The AI Cheating Scandal That's RIPPING Apart an Ivy League Campus

AI cheating leads to "a failed society," professor says.

Why Self-Driving Cars Are Being Accused of BLOCKING Emergency Responders

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said emergency scenes are not "edge cases."

The Startup That Just DOUBLED Its Value to $13.2 BILLION

The $300 million round is expected to be led by Menlo Ventures, Sifted reported.

Meta's Smart Glasses Will Record EVERYTHING You Do

Meta might be the next company to make an always-on AI wearable. The company is working on prototype "super sensing" always-aware smart glasses that could continuously record audio and snap photos "every few seconds," according to the Financial Times. The wearer could then ask Meta AI about the captured audio and images. However, the images and audio might not be directly available to the user. Here's how the FT describes one way the glasses could use the data: In one proposed system, raw footag

Why Europeans Are Suddenly FLEEING to Dubai and Egypt

Family deals to many non-European destinations are cheaper this summer than last, as travel nerves have slowed bookings.

The Property Reform That Sounds EASIER Than It Actually Is

The government wants to abolish leasehold, but replacing it could prove far more complicated

The $2 BILLION Bidding War That Could Change How You Watch SOCCER

FIFA has alerted media companies that English- and Spanish-language U.S. rights are likely to be sold together for 2030 and 2034, likely driving up the price.

What Micron's Drop Reveals About the Memory Market's PEAK

“Most investor feedback continues to point to a skittish AI tape,” one analyst said.

Why Adobe's Stock Looks TEMPTING But Investors Are Still HESITATING

Adobe has become a polarizing stock in the face of questions about its AI future.

Why AI Debt Just TANKED as Amazon Borrows $25 BILLION More

Bonds financing the massive artificial-intelligence buildout were hit hard by selling on Tuesday, as Amazon.com set out to borrow another $25 billion in new debt.

The SpaceX Merger That Could Send Tesla Stock SOARING 20%

Some on Wall Street see an increasing likelihood that Elon Musk’s two biggest companies will combine.

The 10 Jobs Robots Can't AFFORD to Take From You

Maybe your job is safe from the robots just because you're cheap, and they're expensive. But maybe that won't last forever ...

What Rivian Just Did That Triggered Its Worst Stock COLLAPSE in Two Years

Rivian’s stock falls 18% as Wall Street frets about the EV maker’s cash troubles.

The SECRET Strategy Gen Z Is Using to Buy Homes Everyone Said They Couldn't Afford

Despite soaring housing costs, younger buyers are finding a way in.

The John Lewis Decision That Will ELIMINATE Hundreds of Jobs

No final decision has been made but the job cuts will happen in the autumn if the redundancy plans are approved.

The Chinese Self-Driving Firm Making Its Hong Kong Debut RIGHT Now

Chinese autonomous driving firm Momenta debuted on the Hong Kong stock exchange on Wednesday, rising 3%.

You Have 3 Days Left to Claim This REFUND — Here's How

The IRS has added an online filing option for some taxpayers seeking refunds tied to the recent Kwong court decision, but the window to act is short.

The One Word That Will Save You From USELESS Projects

Everyone I know these days is busy. They put in long hours at work running from one meeting to another, writing reports, engaging in internal and customer-facing work. There isn’t much downtime. Yet, all that busy-ness doesn’t necessarily equate to production. Often, you do the next thing in front of you without thinking about the costs associated with the work. Every time you engage in a task, it has a real cost to it. There is the amount of money that the company is paying for your time plus w

Why Oil Prices Just SPIKED and Your Wallet Will Feel It

Attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz sparked a new cycle of retaliation that could throttle the flow of energy from the region.

The £28M Fine Virgin Media Got for Making It IMPOSSIBLE to Leave

Millions of phone calls from customers were "likely mishandled" over nearly a three-year period, the regulator says.

Why Your Wandering ADHD Brain Is Your Secret WEAPON at Work

Some of the symptoms that create challenges for those with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may also contribute to a greater capacity for creativity under the right circumstances. Traits associated with the condition, such as distractibility, a lack of focus, and a propensity to daydream, can make it difficult to thrive in traditional academic and workplace environments. But recent studies suggest that a lack of focus may also generate more creative ideas.  According to a new rese

The Thinking Method Giving Leaders an EDGE in the AI Era

First principles thinking helps leaders solve the right problems. Insights from Walter Isaacson and four experts reveal what drives better decisions in the AI era.

Why This Samsung-Backed Chip Maker Is Racing Toward an IPO

Sunghyun Park, CEO of Rebellions, told CNBC that the company is leaning toward a listing on the KOSPI over the KOSDAQ.

Alibaba's Best Day in 10 Months Signals Something BIG

Alibaba on Wednesday saw its best single share-price gain in 10 months, as the broader Chinese tech sector revved higher after missing the rally propelling U.S., Korean and Taiwanese companies.

The World's Hottest Stock Market Just COLLAPSED

The cumulative impact of several different narratives – competition, sustainability, excessive leverage, international outflows- has sapped the Korean market of its upward mobility since clocking up a record high in June.

The Factory That Solved Its Worker Shortage With ONE Change

A GE Appliances plant in rural northwest Georgia was short hundreds of workers amid COVID-19. A flexible work option where some workers can sign up for shifts through an app has eased the pain.

How Chili's Became the Restaurant Everyone's OBSESSED With

TikTok trends, affordable meals, and Gen Z hype transformed an old-school chain into one of casual dining’s biggest comeback stories. Follow Fast Company‘s Gen Z reporter, Isa Luzarraga, as she dives into the business behind Chili’s viral comeback.

Luxury Retail's Summer Playbook Just Got REWRITTEN

Luxury’s biggest summer trend isn’t a pop-up. Destination Retail is turning beach clubs into immersive brand worlds where hospitality, shopping and social influence converge.

The Tax Loophole for 73-Year-Olds Still WORKING Full Time

“I’m actually earning more each week than I ever have before.”

The Secret Power Plant Being Built on New York's ROOFTOPS

At an aging seven-story apartment building in the South Bronx, the landlord recently faced an expensive problem: a leaking roof. The repairs were pricey enough, and installing solar panels wasn’t on the agenda. But a couple of months earlier, the building partnered with a startup that took care of both at no cost to the owner—financing roof remediation through a rooftop solar project that now sells power to the grid. It’s a model that the company, Fieldston Power, has replicated across more than

Why Abu Dhabi Wants to Become the Next Hub for FLYING Taxis

San Jose-based Archer Aviation expects to begin U.S. operations of its Midnight air taxi this year, following hundreds of test flights at its facility in Salinas, California. The company has signed deals with Nvidia for AI technology that can provide pilot assistance and, eventually, autonomous operation, and with SpaceX’s Starlink for satellite connectivity. In line with its California roots, Archer has also been selected as the official air taxi provider of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games,

Why This Wall Street Bull Says the Market CRASH Is Your OPPORTUNITY

Tom Lee of Fundstrat says he’s buying the dip, and not scared off by Samsung’s losses

Kevin Warsh's Plan That Could Trigger a WILD RIDE for Traders

James Bullard, a former president of the St. Louis Federal Reserve, said Fed Chair Kevin Warsh could decide on policy changes without signaling to the market first, sparking volatility

Why Mortgage Demand Just DROPPED Despite Stuck Interest Rates

Mortgage rates barely moved last week and haven't moved much in more than a month. That is resulting in lackluster mortgage demand.

Your Purpose Statement Is USELESS — Here's How to Fix It

Every leadership conference has them. The beautifully crafted purpose statement, unveiled with ceremony, celebrated internally—and then quietly forgotten as the urgency of quarterly targets reasserts itself. Purpose becomes wallpaper. It looks good. It signals good intent. And then it fades. This is not a marginal problem. Only one in three Fortune 500 companies has a genuine corporate purpose statement—and even among the world’s most purpose-committed organizations, a third have no metrics in p

The 5 Index Funds Every Beginner Should Know ABOUT

Ready to build long-term wealth without the stress of picking individual stocks? Explore this list of the best low-cost index funds built perfectly for beginner portfolios.

The Fed's Internal FIGHT That Could Decide Your Financial FUTURE

There have been few instances over the past 35 years or so when the Fed has only made one rate move, be it up or down.

The UNTOLD Story Behind Chili's Incredible COMEBACK

At first glance, the toile wallpaper is pure class: cream-colored and printed with intricate, brick-red drawings. But as I look more closely, I see . . . Wait. Is that a pair of chili peppers riding a Jet Ski? And is that other pepper, the one on a chaise longue, posing nude for a painting? The wallpaper is just one of many decorative flourishes competing for my attention as I sit at a Chili’s restaurant, already on my fourth free iced tea refill. Technicolor tiles blanket the tables and bar, pa

Why 95% of Americans Are FAILING This Simple Money Test

Financial literacy just hit a 10-year low — and it is devastating bank accounts.

What Bezos' Space Company Is Now WORTH Will Shock You

Bezos' Blue Origin is raising outside capital in a round valuing the rocket company at $130 billion, sources told CNBC's Andrew Ross Sorkin.

The $13,995 EV That's Too Good to Be TRUE

It’s hard to find someone who doesn’t think automobile prices are getting out of control. Ever since the pandemic, the prices of both new and used cars have been skyrocketing, with American consumers’ total auto debt surging to $1.68 trillion at the end of 2025—up 37% since 2018. According to Kelly Blue Book, the average price of a new car in May was just over $49,000. CarGuru’s data shows that the average price for a used car is now topping out at more than $29,000, as of July 6. But what if yo

What Delta Just STRIPPED From Business Class Travelers

Delta is launching basic business and other stripped-down premium classes that come with fewer perks.

The Hill Just Launched Something You'll Have to PAY For

Nexstar’s “The Hill” hopes to get a bump from offering a new tier of content to hard-core subscribers. The Washington, D.C. publication, which analyzes politics and policy for people focused on inside-the-Beltway going-ons, is on Wednesday launching “The Hill Insider,” a new subscription tier that features access to premium newsletters, live interactive video calls with […]

The 10 Things Jim Cramer Says You MUST Watch Today

Oil is surging, and Apple announces more investments into U.S. manufacturing.

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A good doctor doesn’t start with a scan. She starts with a conversation. What hurts, since when, does it get worse at night, has anything like this happened before, have other family members experienced something similar. This conversation has a name in medicine: anamnesis, from the Greek for “remembering” (the patient’s own account of their history and symptoms). Only once she has that story does she order tests. And only with that story in hand can she read the results correctly. A blood press

The ONE Ingredient Missing From Your American Dream

Only 35% of U.S. adults define the American Dream as being part of a community. But one cannot thrive without the people around them, say experts.

I'm 89 With $2 Million Left — Should I Be WORRIED?

Even if you’re not worried about your normal spending anymore, a long-term-care need is still a problem for any budget.

Why Health Insurance Giants Are TERRIFIED of Being Broken Up

UnitedHealth Group, CVS Health and Cigna are suing states over new laws targeting their pharmacy businesses.

The $47 Million 23andMe Now OWES Customers

The 23andMe hacking saga has a new development, courtesy of a multi-million dollar payout to its victims.  On Tuesday, July 7, a U.S. bankruptcy judge ordered 23andMe’s parent company, Chrome Holding, to pay $46.75 million in compensation for the 2023 hack. The number includes $14.29 million previously distributed, Reuters reports.  The genetic testing company, which once had a $6 billion valuation, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in early 2025.   The total sum will be paid to Kroll Restructurin

How Vincent Bolloré Just DODGED a Multi-Billion Buyout

Paris’s Court of Appeal handed Vincent Bolloré a major legal victory on Wednesday, ruling that the French billionaire and his holding company Bolloré SE did not control Vivendi at the time of the media conglomerate’s 2024 overhaul. The decision removes, for now, the threat of a mandatory buyout offer analysts had estimated could cost between […]

Should High Earners Like Me DELAY Social Security?

“In many states, Social Security benefits are exempt from state income tax.”

The Insurance Giant Replacing 1,800 Workers With MACHINES

Allianz Partners will axe between 1,500 and 1,800 roles from its workforce of close to 23,000

The IMF Warning That Should Worry EVERY Economy

The I.M.F. projected world output growth would fall to 3 percent for the year, a number pushed down by high commodity prices.

Why Used EVs Are Getting MORE Expensive While Everything Else CRASHES

The Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index for EVs — which tracks prices of used vehicles sold at its U.S. wholesale auctions — increased 12% compared to June 2025.

The Social Security Delay That Could TRIGGER a Bond Market COLLAPSE

Social Security's trust fund that helps pay retirement benefits is projected to run out in late 2032. New research finds that may pose serious economic risks.

The Market's Biggest LOSERS Might Be Your Only Defense This Summer

Low-volatility stocks are having a moment after a long stretch of underperformance.

Why We're DUMPING This AI Chipmaker After Massive GAINS

The sale will help us reduce overlapping exposure to the CPU renaissance.

Creating An Employee Value Proposition That Attracts A-Players

Building an employee value proposition that attracts and retains A-players in life sciences requires more than perks like gym memberships. Your culture is your greatest asset.

Why Rocket Lab's Stock Could SURGE 250% by Copying SpaceX

Morgan Stanley says the bull case for the rocket-launch stock is now much rosier as the company diversifies its business.

The BIZARRE New Currency San Francisco Home Sellers Are Demanding

Even before OpenAI and Anthropic go public, they are distorting home sales in the San Francisco Bay Area, as people race to buy and sellers ask for stock instead of cash.

How Polymarket Plans to Win Back America After 4 Years in EXILE

After four years in exile, the prediction market platform Polymarket has begun a well-funded campaign to sell a new version of itself to the American public. To do so, the company is trying to convince policymakers, regulators, the public and prospective customers that the business it is building onshore is a more disciplined operation than the freewheeling offshore exchange that has at times been the subject of unfavorable headlines. Polymarket has hired social media influencers to produce vira

Why Your Grocery Bill Just DOUBLED Overnight

Analysts warned the latest El Niño weather pattern has the potential to become the most powerful on record.

Why 50-Year-Olds Are CRUSHING 30-Year-Old Founders

Older workers are fighting ageism by starting their own businesses — and they’re outperforming younger entrepreneurs

The Entry-Level Job TRAP That's Destroying Young Careers

How to get experience if no one is willing to be your first employer.

Why One Trader Won't Quit Rivian Despite the COLLAPSE

Mike Khouw revisits his Rivian trade after the stock tanks on a share offering.

The Split Inside the Fed That Could Change Your WALLET

The Federal Reserve on Wednesday released minutes from its June 16-17 meeting.

Why Big Oil Might Be Your Retirement's BEST Friend

Energy exposure may help you sleep better at night.

The Fed Meeting That Revealed a Shocking SPLIT on Your Money's Future

A “few” Federal Reserve officials said there was a case for raising interest rates in June, according to minutes released Wednesday from the central bank’s meeting last month.

The Lawsuit That Could Change How Airlines Sell WINDOW Seats Forever

A federal judge in California this week tossed out a request by United Airlines to dismiss a class action lawsuit filed against the airline last year regarding its pricing of “windowless” window seats. It might seem silly, sure, but this lawsuit has put up for debate what customers can reasonably expect when paying extra to book a window seat. The Chicago-based airline had tried to argue that a window seat offered no promise of a window that offered an exterior view in a motion it filed late las

Why ESPN's Top Streaming Executive Is Walking Away in SEPTEMBER

John Lasker, who helped ESPN launch itself into the direct-to-consumer era, with oversight of an area that will likely grow in importance and more video consumers abandon cable for streaming, plans to leave the Disney sports-media giant in late September. The decision, according to a person familiar with the matter, is his. Lasker has worked […]

Why Someone Will Pay a FORTUNE for Jensen Huang's Leather Jacket

A leather jacket once worn by Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang just went on auction, and it’s already fetching its estimated bid with more than a week to go until closing. The “Jensen Jacket,” originally designed by Tom Ford, was put up for sale by Sotheby’s, which initially estimated the jacket’s worth to be between $40,000 and $60,000. Its current bid stands at $60,000. It’s being auctioned as a “philanthropic initiative” by the venture capital fund Long Journey Ventures to benefit the Edge Institute,

Bezos' Space Company Eyes Valuation That DWARFS Its Rival

Blue Origin is reportedly targeting a $130 billion private-market valuation, which would be just a fraction of SpaceX’s nearly $2 trillion market capitalization.

Why Micron Investors Are DEMANDING Proof the AI Boom Is REAL

Investors in memory stocks are looking for signs that elevated pricing can be sustained for years without demand suffering.

Why Financial Advisers Keep Offering Me FREE Steak DINNERS

“I get hungry for a meal at a good restaurant.”

Two-Thirds of Tech Stocks Just Fell 20% — What's KILLING the AI Trade?

Major semiconductor names have been falling hard as investors take profits following a blockbuster second quarter.

Michael Burry's SURPRISING New Bet on Sports Gambling

The investor believes regulators will eventually crack down on prediction markets after competition from the upstarts pressured the stocks of sportsbooks.

When Your Employees Start Working for the METRICS Instead of the Mission

Performance metrics are designed to improve results, but they often change employee behavior in unexpected ways. Learn how to measure what truly supports your mission.

Why SpaceX Investors Are PANICKING Right Now

SpaceX's record IPO raised a total of $85.7 billion after underwriters exercised the "greenshoe" overallotment.

What Microsoft Is Giving Laid-Off Workers Will SHOCK You

After announcing layoffs impacting 2.1% of its global workforce, Microsoft is offering most US employees up to 39 weeks of base pay, according to severance offers reviewed by Business Insider. The US severance package includes a minimum of 60 days of base pay and up to a maximum of 39 weeks of base pay for employees, based on seniority level and tenure at the company, Business Insider reported. Microsoft is also offering laid-off employees regular stock vesting for six to 12 months based on thei

Why Bank of America Says Nvidia Is Now a STEAL

An analyst recommends investors take advantage of the “enhanced” buying opportunity brought upon by sustained underperformance.

What's About to Happen to Stamp Prices This WEEKEND

The new rate will go into effect on July 12, and will be the eighth price increase over the last five calendar years

What Levi Strauss Just Did That Shocked WALL Street

Levi Strauss beat quarterly expectations on the top and bottom lines during its fiscal 2026 second quarter.

Investors Are More BULLISH On The Dollar Than Any Time In A Decade — Here's Why

A crowded bet on a stronger U.S. dollar may depend on whether Wednesday’s jump in oil prices proves lasting, as renewed Middle East tensions revive inflation concerns and bolster expectations that the Federal Reserve may need to keep policy tight.

The IRS Loophole That Could Save You From PENALTIES

It’s a ‘major taxpayer win,’ according to one advocate inside the IRS

Why Oregon's A.G. Says DOJ Approval Was CORRUPT in Massive Media Merger

The Oregon attorney general’s office has asked a judge to grant a 60-day delay on the closing of the Paramount-Warner Bros. merger, as it continues to investigate whether the deal violates antitrust law. Judge Eric Dahlin, of Multnomah County Superior Court, will hold a hearing on the motion on Monday. Lawyers for Paramount Skydance have […]

How Thailand's Richest Just Got $18 Billion RICHER This Year

The country’s three richest hold on to their ranks and a total of 33 tycoons get richer as economic growth remains consistent on uptick in exports and domestic consumption.

Why Starbucks Will Now PAY Baristas to Make TikToks

Starting this summer, the company says baristas can earn a direct cut of the ad revenue, as long as their videos are Starbucks approved. ABC News contributor Mike Muse discusses more.

The Judge Who RELUCTANTLY Let Musk Off the Hook

The saga of Musk's tussle with the SEC over how he disclosed his growing stake in Twitter (now called X) has come to an end.

The Hidden Risk Cramer Says Could KILL the Bull Market

CNBC's Jim Cramer said the growing wave of stock offerings and debt issuance is the next big threat to the bull market.

The Unexpected Strategy Making Levi's RELEVANT Again

Jeans maker raises its full-year outlook for the second straight time, but shares fall after hours

Why 'Retail Choice' Electricity Is Costing You MORE Money

Residential electricity customers in deregulated electricity markets are paying much more than similar customers in regulated markets.

Apple Distributor In Thailand Cashes In On Consumer-Spending Recovery

The uptick in Com7 shares gave cofounder Sura Khanittaweekul a nearly 40% boost to his wealth to $655 million.

Thai Renewable Energy Producer Profits From Powering Up Data Centers

Shares of Gunkul Engineering surged 160% in the past year, returning chairman Gunkul Dhumrongpiyawut to the list after a three-year hiatus.

Thailand's Red Bull Rival Carabao Combats Export Dip With Sales Push On Home Turf

While shares of Carabao Group are down 23% over the past year, the net worths of cofounders Sathien Sathientham and Nutchamai Thanombooncharoen are up, thanks to robust growth in their CJ Express supermarket chain.

Thai Tycoon Revamps Property Business To Unleash Growth

Panote Sirivadhanabhakdi, son of liquor tycoon Charoen Sirivadhanabhakdi, has been making moves to revamp the family’s real estate portfolio held by Singapore-listed Frasers Property.

The Senate Seat EVERYONE Wants Before the Current Guy Even LEAVES

Progressives and moderates are gearing up for a fight over an as-yet-undecided process in Maine to name a Senate nominee to replace Graham Platner after a rape accusation. He still wants a say, too.

Why NO ONE Will Challenge Farage in His Own BACKYARD

The Reform UK leader says he wants an "establishment versus the people by-election" but Labour calls it a "circus".

The Subpoena a Judge Just DESTROYED in Trump's 2020 Case

The ruling cast serious doubts on the department’s efforts to reinvestigate the race, finding that it was too late to bring criminal charges in the case.

The Senate Seat That's Tearing Democrats APART Before It's Even Empty

Mr. Platner has not yet withdrawn from the race after a rape allegation, but Democrats in the state and nationally are already exploring potential alternatives.

Why Harriet Tubman Just DISAPPEARED From Your Future $20 Bill

The Obama administration sought to replace Andrew Jackson on the front of the $20 bill with Harriet Tubman.

The Federal Threat That Just Landed on Election Officials' DESKS

The letters come amid President Trump’s effort to tighten election rules to prevent a problem that doesn’t exist: widespread noncitizen voting.

The Health Mystery Surrounding Mitch McConnell That GOP Leaders WON'T Discuss

Senate GOP leaders say they've spoken with Mitch McConnell as speculation about his health continues  CBS News McConnell Has Been Hospitalized for 3 Weeks, and Aides Won’t Say Why  The New York Times McConnell speaks to Republican leaders as speculation swirls about his health, remains hospitalized  Los Angeles Times Here’s what we know about Sen. Mitch McConnell’s health  The Washington Post Inside the McConnell health rumor mill  Axios

The Senate Seat That Has Democrats Tearing Each Other APART

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The Traffic Stop That Ended in a FATAL ICE Shooting

ICE officer fatally shoots Mexican man in Houston during traffic stop  The Washington Post ICE agents attempting to stop vehicle fatally shoot motorist in Houston  The Guardian Man shot and killed by ICE officer during 'targeted enforcement operation' in Houston's East End, federal officials say  KHOU ICE agent shoots, kills undocumented immigrant from Mexico during attempted arrest  Click2Houston Immigration agent fatally shoots Mexican man in Houston, authorities say  CNN

The Houston Shooting That Just Escalated Immigration Enforcement TENSIONS

ICE Officer Kills a Mexican Man in Houston  The New York Times ICE agent fatally shoots man in Houston during ‘targeted enforcement operation’  Houston Public Media ICE agents attempting to stop vehicle fatally shoot motorist in Houston  The Guardian Canal Street shooting: ICE, FBI agents at scene of deadly shooting in east Houston, HFD says  ABC13 Houston ICE agent shoots, kills undocumented immigrant from Mexico during attempted arrest  Click2Houston

The DISTURBING Allegation That Just Ended Graham Platner's Political FUTURE

The campaign for the Democratic Senate candidate in Maine called the allegation “categorically false and politically motivated.”

The FATAL Encounter That Has Immigration Officials SCRAMBLING

The agency said the man was an “illegal alien” who had tried to run over the agent, though no evidence was immediately offered.

Why Maine Democrats Are TERRIFIED of Repeating Their Biggest MISTAKE

Kamala Harris had under four months to campaign for president. Whoever replaces Graham Platner would have four months to beat Susan Collins.

The Michigan Senate Debate That Just Turned BRUTAL

At their first one-on-one debate in a top Senate race, Representative Haley Stevens accused her progressive rival, Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, of being too focused on publicity as he called her a tool of corporate interests.

The Rooftop Footage That Just Changed EVERYTHING About the Shooting

New footage shown at Charlie Kirk hearing shows man on rooftop near shooting scene  BBC Tyler Robinson Interacted With Members of Charlie Kirk's Group Before Assassination, Agent Says: Live Updates  The New York Times Charlie Kirk murder suspect ate at Chick-fil-A and changed clothes before shooting activist, agent says  CBS News Tyler Robinson case: Attorneys spar over DNA found on items near the crime scene  Fox News Defense objects to video appearing to show Charlie Kirk's alleged killer at s

Why a US Immigration Officer Just Shot and Killed Someone in TEXAS

US immigration officer shoots and kills man in Texas  Al Jazeera ICE agent fatally shoots man in Houston during ‘targeted enforcement operation’  Houston Public Media ICE agent fatally shoots motorist during traffic stop in Houston  The Guardian Man shot and killed by ICE officer during targeted operation in Houston's East End, federal officials say  KHOU ICE agent shoots, kills undocumented immigrant from Mexico during attempted arrest  Click2Houston

The UNUSUAL Menu Item Served at This Political Power Meeting

The Allegation That Could END a Senate Campaign

Ex-girlfriend of Graham Platner says he removed condoms without consent during sex  The Washington Post Former Graham Platner girlfriend describes alleged violence, which he denies  CNN Platner May Be Finished, but Voters' Hunger for Change and Willingness to Take Risks Will Remain  U.S. News & World Report These Maine Democrats Might Replace Graham Platner in the Senate Race  The New York Times Sanders remains quiet as pressure grows for Platner to quit amid rape claim  Fox News

Why This Convicted Politician Is REFUSING to Back Down

Far-right leader Marine Le Pen says she'll run for the French presidency next year despite being sentenced Tuesday to wear a court-ordered electronic monitor for embezzlement.

Trump Just Threatened to CUT OFF an Entire Country

U.S. President Donald Trump slammed Spain for not contributing enough to NATO, as he attended the defense alliance summit in Turkey.

The Obamacare Rate Hikes Coming That No One Saw COMING

Health insurers selling Obamacare are proposing another year of double-digit percentage premium increases for 2027, a new KFF analysis shows.

The GOP Redistricting Plan That Could Flip MEMPHIS

“This awoke a sleeping giant,” one organizer said of the church rallies and voter drives underway after GOP lawmakers redrew state election maps.

Trump's LAST-DITCH Move to Avoid Paying $5 Million

Trump has been found liable in two trials for defaming E. Jean Carroll when he denied her claim he sexually abused her in a New York department store.

The Arrest That Ended in FATAL Gunfire — And What ICE Isn't Saying

ICE agent shoot, kills undocumented immigrant from Mexico during attempted arrest  Click2Houston ICE agent fatally shoots motorist during traffic stop in Houston  The Guardian ICE agent fatally shoots man in Houston during ‘targeted enforcement operation’  Houston Public Media Man shot and killed by ICE officer during targeted operation in Houston's East End, federal officials say  KHOU ICE officer fatally shoots man while conducting traffic stop in Houston, agency says  CNN

The Albanian Island Behind Ivanka's Most Controversial FANTASY

A former military base in the Adriatic Sea, the island is in a beautiful setting but it is strewed with snakes, crumbling buildings and land mines.

Why Trump Just CANCELLED Millions in Teen Pregnancy Prevention GRANTS

Health departments, universities and nonprofit grantees had spent months adapting to President Trump's executive orders. They say the funding cut was completely unexpected.

Why Farage's By-Election Victory Is FAR From Certain

The Reform UK leader faces a challenge from Count Binface as the main parties rule out standing in Clacton.

The Campaign Accused of Manipulating Maine's Replacement PROCESS

The state Democratic Party accused Platner's campaign of trying to "put their thumb on the scale" of the process to replace him if he drops his bid for Senate. Platner's team has denied doing so.

The DNA Evidence That Could FREE or CONVICT Charlie Kirk's Alleged Assassin

Live updates: Defense disputes DNA evidence in Charlie Kirk assassination hearing  AP News Tyler Robinson's and Lance Twiggs' DNA both allegedly found on key evidence in Charlie Kirk's assassination  Fox News Suspect Interacted With Charlie Kirk’s Group Before Killing, Prosecutors Say  The New York Times Investigator details surveillance of Tyler Robinson on the day Charlie Kirk was shot  NPR Utah | KUER DNA evidence from Charlie Kirk assassination disputed by defendant's lawyers  Dallas News

Why McConnell's Silence Is TERRIFYING Kentucky's Governor

McConnell, the former longtime Senate leader who declined to seek an eighth term following a series of health scares, was admitted to a hospital on June 14.

Why Farage's Resignation Might Be the ULTIMATE Publicity Stunt

The Reform UK leader tells the BBC it is "only fair" that it is the electorate who judges him.

The New Voting Barrier That Could BLOCK You at the Polls

The rules of the midterms are being rewritten, from redistricting to campaign money. Mother Jones journalist Ari Berman explains why President Trump seems "obsessed with the mechanics of voting."

Why Ben Crump Just Took the Case of a Teen Found DEAD Off Mississippi

The body of 18-year-old Nolan Xavier Wells was found Monday off Horn Island, Mississippi. That's where he was last seen with friends Saturday. Crump says the family is seeking answers.

The Kennedy Center Just Dealt Trump Another CRUSHING Blow

The appeals court said Trump had failed to provide any evidence that the Kennedy Center's fundraising would be harmed if his name is not attached.

The Secret Origin Story Behind Trump's Controversial ARCH

The design process for new memorials shouldn't be fast-tracked or dictated by a select few, experts say. But a small group of people close to President Trump played an outsized role in the arch's quick approvals.

The Court Decision That Just Erased Trump's NAME

President Donald Trump’s name will not be returning to the Kennedy Center anytime soon. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit on Wednesday ruled against the arts institution’s motion to stay a lower court’s decision that Trump’s name be removed from the Kennedy Center pending its appeal. On May 29, 2026, a federal […]

Your Next Passport Could Have HIS Face on It

The passports feature an image of President Trump and are only available in person at the Washington Passport Agency — and only by appointment.

The SECRET Income Streams Supreme Court Justices Don't Want You to Know

The Supreme Court annual financial reports shed light on the justices' gifts, travel and personal lives.

The $5 Million Trump Must Pay—and Why It's Happening NOW

The U.S. Supreme Court last month declined to hear Trump's appeal of the case.

Why Platner's Campaign Is Secretly Testing REPLACEMENTS Behind Closed Doors

The poll tested head-to-head matchups between Republican Sen. Susan Collins and five possible Democratic replacements.

The Former Judge Who Obstructed Immigration Agents—and Avoided PRISON

U.S. District Judge Lynn Adelman imposed a $5,000 fine.

Family Demands Answers After ICE Agent's FATAL Shot—What Really Happened?

The man killed, Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, was mourned by his sons as a father, husband and business owner, and said he was shot inside his car. Details of the encounter remain unclear.

Trump Just Called Zelenskyy 'PUTIN' at Press Conference—Watch the Moment

Trump also referred to the “Islamic Republic of Iran” as the “Islamic Republic of Japan.”

Trump's RADICAL Idea That Could Replace Social SECURITY

The president said his administration was working on a plan based on the Austrialian system, days after the launch of “Trump accounts” for children.

Why Immigration Officers Are Now SHOOTING at Moving Vehicles

Federal agents have fired on at least 21 people, many in their cars, as part of President Trump’s deportation crackdown. At least five people were killed, including three U.S. citizens.

Why Hakeem Jeffries Isn't Worried About Losing His JOB

In a wide-ranging interview with The New York Times, Hakeem Jeffries, the House Democratic leader, said he didn’t consider the recent wave of anti-establishment victories “an overall critique of the party.”

The Jobs Numbers Trump Doesn't Want You to SEE

In recent appearances, President Trump has been dismissive of concerns over the Black unemployment rate, even suggesting at one point that there had been “huge drops” in unemployment for those workers.  “African American unemployment is now doing better than it’s ever done,” he said during an event in June. “And I don’t know where that stat came from, but I’ll take it.” In truth, Black unemployment isn’t even as low as it was during Trump’s first term. The unemployment rate crossed 8% last fall

What Trump Said at NATO That Has Allies FURIOUS (But He Claims They Love Him)

The meeting in Turkey featured President Trump at his most mercurial, veering from scorn to praise for European countries, including some whose patience with mollifying him has worn thin.

Trump Must Now Pay E Jean Carroll — Judge Just Ordered the MONEY Released

The Supreme Court declined to hear his appeal of the case, but Trump still sought to delay the payment.

Should You Sign Your Kids Up for Trump Accounts? Four Things You MUST Know

Families can still benefit even if their children aren't eligible for the free $1,000 contribution from the federal government.

Why Democrats Are FURIOUS At This Candidate Who Won't Drop Out

Two days after a woman accused Graham Platner of rape, he had not given up his nomination for Senate in Maine, raising worries about whether and how his party might find a replacement.

ICE Officer Shoots Father DEAD — Son Demands Answers About What Really Happened

Son demands independent probe after father shot and killed by ICE officer in Houston  AP News ICE officer fatally shoots Mexican man in Houston during traffic stop  The Washington Post Mexican president vows legal action against US after ICE’s shooting death of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo in Houston  Click2Houston ICE agent fatally shoots man in Houston during ‘targeted enforcement operation’  Houston Public Media Family of Man Fatally Shot by ICE Agent Calls for Independent Inquiry  The New York Tim

Is The American Dream DEAD? West Point Cadets Have A Surprising Answer

In the run-up to America’s 250th anniversary, political consultant Frank Luntz spoke with cadets at West Point about everything from patriotism to the Constitution.

The Last Rival Who Could Have Stopped Burnham Just QUIT

Carns's said a leadership contest was "not the best use of Labour's time" and "we need to get on board" with Burnham.

Trump's DESPERATE Supreme Court Move That Legal Experts Say Has No CHANCE

Trump already asked the Supreme Court to reconsider denying him an appeal of a verdict holding him liable for sexually abusing and defaming E. Jean Carroll.

The Senate Candidate Everyone's Waiting to Drop OUT

Here’s what we know about the uproar in the Democratic Party’s bid to unseat Senator Susan Collins.

What Vance Just Revealed About His TWIN Battles in Wisconsin

The vice president called Democrats “a party that is fighting for fraud,” even as he highlighted the case of a woman who was first indicted under the Biden administration.

How This Former Judge ESCAPED Prison After Obstructing ICE

Former Milwaukee Judge Hannah Dugan avoids prison in ICE obstruction case  WISN Former Wisconsin judge spared prison for obstructing ICE arrest of Mexican immigrant  CNN Former judge fined $5K, spared prison for helping immigrant avoid arrest  The Washington Post Former Wisconsin judge avoids prison in ICE obstruction case  Al Jazeera Former Wisconsin judge avoids prison time after being convicted of obstructing federal immigration agents  ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos

Trump's 'Freedom Fuel' Gas Station Just OPENED Near You

It is unclear who is behind the initiative and its sharply discounted gas prices.

The Disability Benefits Review That Has Everyone WORRIED

Sir Stephen Timms says personal independence payments (Pip) are not "fit for purpose" and need changing.

The Heatwave That Could RIVAL a 50-Year-Old RECORD

Temperatures are set to rise as high as 36C (97F) for parts of southern England this week.

Why Obama's Ambassador Just TURNED on Netanyahu

The former Chicago mayor, a Democrat exploring a 2028 presidential run, is in Tel Aviv calling for an end to unconditional U.S. support of Israel.

What Just Happened in the Strait of Hormuz That Made the U.S. Strike IRAN

Trump Live Updates: U.S. Strikes Iran After Vessels Were Hit in Strait of Hormuz  The New York Times Live updates: US strikes Iran and reimposes sanctions in retaliation for attacks on commercial shipping  CNN Oil jumps as U.S. strikes on Iran after Tehran targeted commercial ships risk fragile Mideast truce  CNBC US launches new strikes against Iran after three ships were hit in Strait of Hormuz  AP News U.S. launches new attacks on Iran in retaliation for attacks on commercial ships, U.S. mili

Why Britain's Most CONTROVERSIAL Politician Just Quit His Seat

Reform UK’s Farage says he’ll quit as lawmaker and seek reelection amid donation allegations  AP News Britain’s Nigel Farage Quits Parliament Amid Probe Into Finances but Vows Return  WSJ 'Let the people judge' and 'Farage gamble turns to farce'  BBC Farage Resigns and Says He Will Run Again in Special Election  The New York Times Nige throws the world’s biggest temper tantrum before grand byelection reveal  The Guardian

What Just Happened in the Strait That Could IGNITE the Middle East

Live updates: US strikes Iran and reimposes sanctions in retaliation for attacks on commercial shipping  CNN Oil jumps as U.S. strikes on Iran after Tehran targeted commercial ships risk fragile Mideast truce  CNBC US launches new strikes against Iran after three ships were hit in Strait of Hormuz  AP News US military launches strikes against Iran, Central Command says  Reuters Iran war live: US bombs Sirik, Qeshm, Bandar Abbas over Hormuz attacks  Al Jazeera

The Missile Test That Will RESHAPE Asia-Pacific Alliances Forever

China's rare launch of a ballistic missile launch into the Pacific will push regional powers to deepen their defense ties.

Why Nigel Farage Just QUIT — And What He's Planning NEXT

Farage Resigns and Says He Will Run Again in Special Election  The New York Times Nigel Farage resigns as MP for Clacton, triggering by-election which he says he will stand in  BBC Britain’s Nigel Farage Quits Parliament Amid Probe Into Finances but Vows Return  WSJ Nige throws the world’s biggest temper tantrum before grand byelection reveal  The Guardian Nigel Farage, U.K. far-right leader and former Trump ally, resigns amid finance scandal in high-risk gamble  CBS News

Why Marine Le Pen's Court Battle Reveals a GLOBAL War on Populists

The far-right leader’s battle with the French judiciary evokes standoffs across the populist world, including ones with President Trump and Nigel Farage.

The RETALIATION That Just Pushed the Middle East to the BRINK

The military operation came hours after the U.S. Treasury revoked a waiver allowing global sales of Iranian oil.

What Trump Just Did That Has NATO Allies SCRAMBLING

NATO allies temper expectations for summit after Trump’s angry entrance  Politico Fact check: Five false claims Trump made in one meeting with Erdogan  CNN Trump renews Greenland threats at NATO summit, says U.S. could remove troops from Europe  CNBC Gov. Jeff Landry shares his Greenland recommendations with President Trump. See them here  WDSU Trump reiterates at NATO summit that Greenland should be controlled by US, not Denmark  Reuters

What Russia Is Doing in Ukraine That Nobody's TALKING About

Dispatches from Ukraine. Day 1595.

The DRAMATIC Entrance That Has NATO Allies BRACING for Impact

The second President Trump landed in Turkey, the center of gravity shifted right to where he likes it best: himself.

Why Iran Just Attacked TWO U.S. Allies After MIDNIGHT

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

The $37 Billion Weapon System NATO Allies Just RUSHED to Fund

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer will convene around a dozen leaders to discuss the programme in Ankara.

Trump's Greenland Obsession Just Triggered an International CRISIS

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen delivered a rebuke to President Donald Trump's latest push for U.S. control of Greenland.

The STRIKE That Just Set the Persian Gulf ABLAZE

Kuwait accused Iran of fresh attacks after U.S. strikes hit Iranian targets, raising fears over the Strait of Hormuz and oil prices.

The WARNING NATO Just Sent to Trump's AMERICA

NATO chief Mark Rutte said Wednesday that the alliance was entering its "NATO 3.0" era.

Why Trump Just Declared the Iran CEASEFIRE Over

The president was asked about the ceasefire after an escalation of fighting in the Middle East.

The Meeting in Turkey That Could RESHAPE the War in Ukraine

The meeting comes as Ukraine faces an urgent ammunition shortfall.

The Political Comeback That's Tearing France's Far Right APART

For months, Jordan Bardella was set to be the French far-right’s candidate for the presidency — until his mentor, Marine Le Pen, nudged him aside this week. Their relationship could define the campaign.

Why Trump Just Declared the Iran Ceasefire OVER — And What Happens NEXT

Trump said that he believes the U.S.-Iran ceasefire is over, but hasn't ruled out talks. And, the International Olympic Committee paves the way for Russian athletes to compete in the 2028 games.

How Venezuelans Are Surviving Healthcare CHAOS After the Quakes

The economic collapse of Venezuela has pushed its healthcare system to the brink. The disaster is now adding to the stress.

The CEASEFIRE That Just COLLAPSED — What Trump's Declaration Means for Global Security

Live updates: Trump says ceasefire ‘over’ after US and Iran trade strikes  CNN Trump says Iran ceasefire is ‘over’ but talks can go on, Trump renews demands for Greenland control  AP News Oil Prices Jump and Stocks Drop After Trump Says Iran Deal Is ‘Over’  The New York Times U.S.-Iran Latest: Trump says ceasefire with Iran is over, calls it "a waste of time dealing with them"  CBS News Trump says Iran ceasefire is ‘over’ and the foodborne illness spreading throughout the U.S.: Morning Rundown  

The Arctic Territory Trump WANTS — And Why Denmark Just Said NEVER

U.S. President Donald Trump criticizes NATO allies at a summit, expressing frustration over their resistance to his Greenland ambitions and lack of support for his Iran campaign

What Trump Just Told Zelenskyy at NATO CHANGES Everything

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How MI5 TRAPPED a Neo-Nazi Before He Could Strike

Alfie Coleman, 22, is sentenced at the Old Bailey after being found guilty in April.

The German Doctor Who KILLED 15 of His Own Patients

German doctor jailed for killing 15 of his patients  BBC Doctor with "lust for murder" convicted in deaths of 15 patients in Germany, sentenced to life in prison  CBS News Berlin court sentences a doctor to life for murdering 15 patients under palliative care  AP News German 'serial killer' doctor gets life imprisonment for 15 murders  Yahoo Germany news: Verdict due in Berlin doctor murder trial  dw.com

The MASSIVE Turnout at Khamenei's Funeral That Stunned Observers

In the cities of Najaf and Karbala, home to two of Shiite Islam’s holiest sites, hundreds of thousands attended commemorations for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who extended Iran’s influence in Iraq.

Why the Last Woman HANGED in the UK Just Got Pardoned

Ruth Ellis was hanged at London's Holloway Prison in 1955 after being convicted of murdering her lover David Blakely.

The Trinidad Law That Could REDEFINE LGBTQ Rights

Activist is challenging ruling last year that restored colonial-era homophobic law against same-sex intimacy Some of the UK’s top judges are hearing arguments over whether a Trinidad and Tobago court had the legal right to overturn a 2018 ruling to remove colonial-era homophobic laws that criminalise anal sex between consenting men. The country’s “buggery law”, often referred to as its “sodomy” law, was created in 1925 and was written into Trinidad and Tobago’s 1986 Sexual Offences Act. In 2017

Why Every Party Is BOYCOTTING Farage's By-Election

Under investigation over an undisclosed gift, the right-wing leader Nigel Farage may end up in a special election against a candidate dressed as a trash can.

The Campaign Launch That Could RESHAPE French Politics FOREVER

The day after a court decided the far-right leader Marine Le Pen could run for office again, cheers and boos met her campaign kickoff in a rural stronghold.

Why Oil Just SPIKED After Trump's Latest Iran Announcement

Oil prices touched their highest levels in more than two weeks on Wednesday after President Donald Trump said he believed the cease-fire with Iran was over.

The Woman Abused by a Neo-Nazi MI5 Agent Just Got an OFFER

A secret inquiry by MI5's watchdog found the service knew an agent it defended in court was "obsessed" with violence, the BBC revealed on Tuesday.

The Law Change That Will Deport a Grooming Gang RINGLEADER

The home secretary is expected to set out on Monday how she plans to amend the 1971 Immigration Act.

What Trump Just Threatened Could Send Oil Prices SOARING Worldwide

Speaking at the NATO summit in Turkey, Trump said he considered the ceasefire with Iran over. His comments came after U.S. airstrikes overnight.

Why the Officer Who Shot Chris Kaba May ESCAPE Misconduct Charges

The police watchdog says it will decide soon if Sgt Martyn Blake will face a misconduct panel.

Trump Plans to Remove Syria From THIS Controversial LIST

Trump administration says it plans to revoke Syria’s label as state sponsor of terrorism  AP News In shift, Trump praises Zelensky, will let Ukraine build Patriot missiles  The Washington Post NATO summit live updates: Trump will allow Patriot air defense systems for Ukraine  AP News Trump says Ukraine will get licence to produce Patriot missiles  BBC Trump gives Ukraine OK to produce Patriot missiles as war with Russia drags on  ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos

The UNPALATABLE Choice Trump Now Faces as the Ceasefire CRUMBLES

The president appears to be confronting the consequences of a cease-fire deal cobbled together in haste, with little movement toward resolving the key issues driving the conflict.

Why Trump Just Launched NEW Strikes After Declaring the Ceasefire OVER

Centcom said it launched dozens of strikes on Iranian military infrastructure and small boats; Trump said the U.S. might take more military action "tonight."

The License That Could Finally Let Ukraine DEFEND Itself Against Russia

With Patriot interceptors in short supply, President Trump’s statement that he would allow Ukraine to build them is a boon to Kyiv as it fights off Russian missile attacks. But it is just the start.

The UK Heatwave That's Now Spreading to UNEXPECTED Places

This year's third heatwave is one of the longest lasting heatwaves since the infamous year of 1976.

The CEASE-FIRE That Just Collapsed — And What Trump Said Changed EVERYTHING

Iran Live Updates: Trump Suggests Cease-Fire Is 'Over' After Latest Strikes  The New York Times Live updates: US conducting new strikes in Iran after Trump said ceasefire is ‘over’  CNN Is Donald Trump serious in declaring the ceasefire with Iran over?  The Economist Trump says he's 'not sure' he wants Iran deal as Hormuz Strait strife deepens  CNBC Trump reopens the Iran war — and a political problem he can’t shake  The Washington Post

Why Turkey's President Just Gave Starmer a LOADED Gun

The weapon has not been brought back to the UK and has instead been left with British officials in Turkey.

The Quantum Discovery That Defies EVERYTHING We Know About Size

A centimeter-sized crystal has revealed clear signs of quantum entanglement, showing that large, everyday objects can display surprisingly deep quantum behavior. The discovery could help solve the mystery of strange metals while opening new possibilities for ultra-precise quantum sensors and other advanced technologies.

The Material That Just Made Heat PROGRAMMABLE

A newly developed material can control and "program" heat, allowing it to direct thermal radiation, switch modes, and remember its settings without continuous power. The innovation could lead to smarter infrared sensors, better energy technologies, and memory devices that use light and heat instead of electrical charges.

PBS and BBC Team Up to Trace Life's EPIC Journey

PBS science strand “Nova” is set to explore the “epic journey of life” in a new series about evolution. “Nova: Evolution” is a five-part series from the GBH documentary unit together with the BBC and BBC Studios, which will trace the development of life from a single ancient cell into the many species alive today. […]

Worms Fight Pollution and Geoengineering Faces REALITY

This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. Why worms (and microbes) are catching on as a manure pollution solution Anthony Agueda, a third-generation California dairy farmer, pulls a rake through a bed of dark, wet wood chips to…

The Hidden UNIVERSE Inside Your Body That Controls Everything

The human microbiome is essential to our health, but scientists have only begun to understand why. Two researchers set out to map this largely uncharted terrain.

The Radical Plan to DIM the Sun and Stop El Niño

As worries about a growing super El Niño mount, new findings suggest a radical solution to mitigating its impacts.

The DISGUSTING Parasite Silently Spreading Across 17 STATES Right Now

The CDC has reported a spread of a parasitic infection that causes diarrhea across 17 states, with a large cluster in Michigan. Image Credit: Catherine McQueen/Getty The CDC is raising concerns about the spread of a parasite that can cause explosive diarrhea.  Cyclosporiasis is typically spread through contaminated food or water.  The CDC reported 145 cases across 17 states between May 1 and June 16. The FDA is working with the CDC to identify the potential sources of the parasitic infection

The Generic Drug That Could DESTROY the Billion-Dollar Weight Loss EMPIRE

Federal regulators have agreed to review a Swiss pharmaceutical company’s applications for two cheaper generic versions of Zepbound and Mounjaro. MK Photo/Alamy Stock Photo Federal regulators have agreed to review the applications from Swiss pharmaceutical company Sandoz for two cheaper generic versions of the tirzepatide medications Zepbound and Mounjaro. Eli Lilly’s patents on those two brand-name drugs are valid in the United States until 2036, but they are expiring in other countries. Ex

Why Losing Just 78 Minutes Could Be SABOTAGING Your Weight

A new study found that adults who slept about 78 fewer minutes each night for six weeks gained nearly a pound and became more sedentary, highlighting the important role sleep plays in maintaining a healthy weight. A woman lying on a bed. A new study suggests not getting enough sleep each night may lead to weight gain. Those who lost an average of 78 minutes of sleep per night gained almost 1 pound over 6 weeks. People who were short on sleep were also found to be more sedentary. Sleep depriv

The Unexpected Muscle Group That Could SAVE Your Heart

Research shows that stronger, better quality back and chest muscles may reduce the risk of a heart attack. Image Credit: minamoto images/Stocksy A recent study found that people with strong back and chest muscles may have a lower risk of heart attack.  Researchers used artificial intelligence (AI) to analyze heart scans of study participants.  Muscle quality in these areas was also found to matter more than size for overall heart attack risk.  People with stronger back and chest muscles may

What 5 Cups of THIS Could Do to Your Cancer RISK

Recent research has found that drinking coffee may help reduce your risk of liver disease and cancer. Image Credit: GNDphotography/Getty A recent study has shown that drinking coffee may help reduce your risk of liver disease and cancer.  The researchers found that the more coffee you drink, the greater the potential protective effects.  Using sugars or sweeteners in your coffee can slightly reduce the protective effects.  It is still important to limit your intake of sugar, sweeteners, and

The 10 Common Pills That Could KILL You This Summer

Certain medications, like GLP-1s, antidepressants, and beta-blockers, can increase your risk for heat-related illnesses. Image Credit: Evgeniya Pavlova/Getty Images Certain types of medications can make people more prone to heat-related illness. These include antidepressants, GLP-1 medications, and beta-blockers.  They can cause dehydration, reduced sweating, and problems regulating temperature. It’s important to keep cool and drink plenty of water during hot weather, and if you experience s

Why Doctors Kept Missing What Was DESTROYING Her Body

Photo Courtesy of Carrie Ann Inaba Dancing with the Stars judge Carrie Ann Inaba is opening up about her journey living with Sjögren disease. Sjögren disease is an autoimmune disorder that affects the glands responsible for producing saliva and tears. Inaba lived with symptoms for years before receiving a diagnosis. Dancing with the Stars (DWTS) judge Carrie Ann Inaba began experiencing a variety of symptoms she couldn’t explain in her 20s. They included corneal damage to her eyes, dry mouth

The Louisiana Man Who Just Made Medical HISTORY

A Louisiana man has become the first in the Gulf South to be functionally cured of sickle cell disease using gene therapy. Image Credit: Marti Sans/Stocksy Daniel Cressy of Louisiana has become the first person in the Gulf South to be functionally cured of sickle cell disease. The milestone highlights the growing promise of gene-editing therapies for the blood disorder, which disproportionately affects Black people. Cost, insurance approval, and limited access remain barriers for many eligib

Why Your Body Might Be AGING Faster Than Your Parents Did

Young adults appear to be aging faster than the previous generation, which could explain the rising early onset cancer rates. ZeynepKaya/Getty Images Researchers say younger generations appear to be aging faster than previous generations. They say the phenomenon may explain why certain cancers are rising drastically in young adults. The reasons for faster biological aging aren’t clear, but unhealthy diets, sedentary lifestyles, and exposure to carcinogens are likely factors. Younger generati

The Simple Movement That Could REVERSE Your Sitting Damage

New research shows that prolonged periods of sitting or lying down could increase the risk of certain cancers. Image Credit: Justin Paget/Getty Images A new study found that prolonged sedentary behaviors can raise the risk of various cancers, including colorectal, pancreatic, and breast cancer.  Replacing just 1 hour of prolonged sedentary behavior per day with light physical activity reduced the risk of cancer death by 12%.  While the findings don’t establish causality, they can help guide

The Gym Supplement That Might CURE Depression

A large review suggests that creatine could help treat major depressive disorder (MDD), but evidence is mixed. ATHVisions/Getty Images A large review suggests that creatine could be an adjunct treatment for major depressive disorder (MDD). However, not all studies in the review found the same benefits for treating depression symptoms with creatine. Those with depression who would like to try creatine should continue with existing treatments, using it only as an add-on. Experts note that crea

The Sleep Hormone That Could END Your Chronic Pain

Melatonin alleviated chronic pain about as effectively as over-the-counter painkillers, a new study found. Grace Cary/Getty Images A new study found melatonin eased chronic musculoskeletal pain about as effectively as over-the-counter painkillers. The benefit was clearest for chronic pain, but results for post-surgical pain were less clear, the study found. The study reported that melatonin is safe in the short term at low doses, defined as less than 3 months and less than 5 milligrams. Expe

What Doctors Just Admitted About the Pills MILLIONS Take Daily

A large new study found that people taking statins are unlikely to develop serious muscle problems. Sol de Zuasnabar Brebbia/Getty Images New research reports that serious muscular disorders are rare for people who take statins to help lower cholesterol levels. Researchers say their findings are important because many people avoid taking statins out of fear of side effects like muscle aches. Experts say statins are an effective tool in lowering the risks of heart disease and stroke. The risk

The New Definition That Will TRANSFORM How Your Heart Is Treated

A new definition for heart failure emphasizes earlier detection to improve treatment outcomes and survival rates. Halfpoint Images/Getty Images Global health experts have updated the definition and guidelines for heart failure. The experts, including the American Heart Association and the American College of Cardiology, say the guidelines were spurred by the rising prevalence of heart failure. The guidelines include a standard definition of heart failure, emphasize early detection, and discu

The Foods That Could Make or BREAK Your Heatwave Survival

When turning on the oven is a no-no and you're bored of salads, these foods (and drinks) will help to beat the heat.

The Gym Supplement That Might Actually FIGHT Cancer

Scientists have discovered that creatine may strengthen one of the immune system's most important cancer-fighting pathways by energizing dendritic cells that activate killer T cells. The promising results could eventually help make immunotherapy more effective, but they have not yet been tested in human patients.

Why Intermittent Fasting Might Be EASIER Than You Think

Intermittent fasting helped people lose as much weight as calorie restriction, but without the same feeling of constantly controlling their food intake. Researchers say that difference could make fasting a more sustainable option for people who struggle with traditional diets.

How Weight-Loss Jabs Are Quietly Transforming What We BUY

The BBC looks at how spending habits have shifted as users report feeling less hungry.

The Weight Loss Shot You Only Need TWICE a Month

A new biweekly GLP-1 injection has been shown to significantly reduce blood sugar in a clinical trial. Image Credit: Hannes P Albert/picture alliance via Getty Images A new GLP-1 medication demonstrated efficacy in reducing blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes in a phase 2b clinical trial.  Bofanglutide is a biweekly (once every 2 weeks) injection compared to once-weekly shots like Ozempic and Wegovy.  The new biweekly GLP-1 also led to weight loss and improvement in cardiometabolic ri

Are Omega-3 Supplements Actually Good for Your Brain?

Researchers have been surprised by the study findings.

The Prenatal Drug Parents Feared For Years — Scientists Just Cleared Its Name

Research shows that there is no link between taking Tylenol during pregnancy and a higher risk of autism and ADHD. Image Credit: Getty Images In September 2025, the Trump administration suggested that taking Tylenol during pregnancy may raise the risk of autism in children. Many experts have spoken out against this statement.  Multiple studies published in 2026 confirmed that there is no evidence to show a link between Tylenol during pregnancy and increased risks of autism or ADHD, including

The Vaccine Men Thought Would Protect Them — Major Study Says It DOESN'T

The Meningitis B vaccine does not prevent gonorrhoea infections despite being offered to at-risk men, scientists say.

The New Organ Donation Proposal That Has Doctors DEEPLY Concerned

Should patients who choose euthanasia be able to die by having their vital organs removed for donation? The ethical concerns are substantial.

The EXTRAORDINARY Five-Set Epic That Proves Djokovic Still Has IT

Novak Djokovic beats Felix Auger-Aliassime in an epic five-setter to set up a blockbuster semi-final against defending champion Jannik Sinner.

The Shootout That Just CRUSHED Colombia's World Cup Dreams

Ruben Vargas converted his penalty and Switzerland advanced to the World Cup quarterfinals with a 4-3 penalty shootout win over Colombia after a scoreless draw

The Silver Slugger Who Almost Became a DODGER After $X Million Offer

The Toronto Blue Jays former MVP revealed that the Los Angeles Dodgers offered him “a nice chunk of change” before pivoting to a trade.

Why Messi Memorabilia Just FLOODED Online Before Quarterfinals

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is into the knockout rounds and all eyes will be on Lionel Messi, as the soccer legend leads Argentina onwards in their campaign to claim a second consecutive World Cup title. Argentina finished atop Group J with a perfect 3-0 record and defeated the tiny island nation Cape Verde in […]

How Djokovic Keeps Defying What Should Be IMPOSSIBLE

It is worth remembering that what you are watching is not normal - but Novak Djokovic is anything but ordinary in another thrilling Wimbledon match.

The Soccer Match That Just Broke EVERY American Record

The U.S. game against Belgium in the round of 16 at the World Cup set another record as the most-watched soccer telecast in U.S. history, Fox said after preliminary ratings came out Tuesday

The Rookie Mistake That Made Vladimir Guerrero Jr. STOP Everything

The Toronto Blue Jays’ franchise slugger sent a clear message to a breakout star who was having trouble with a change.

The Weird and Fascinating Stories Behind Your Team's Soccer KITS

Did you know that Brazil’s original jersey was deeply resented by its own fans after it lost to Uruguay in the 1950 World Cup final, leading to a redesign made by a teenager three years later? Neither did I, until I went digging. The stories behind the kits of legendary (and not-so-legendary) national teams is often weird, sometimes serendipitous, and occasionally built on legends that never quite happened the way everyone remembers. As the World Cup 2026 steadily advances to its inevitable conc

The Ex-Phillies Pitcher Who Quit After a Nightmarish 108.00 ERA

The Philadelphia Phillies two-year veteran has struggled since leaving the team and now his big-league career could be over.

The Yankees Veteran They Just Cut LOOSE Amid Struggles

The New York Yankees have parted ways with a 29-year-old MLB veteran shortly after praising his gifts.

The 4-Word Message Alex Cora Just Sent Willson Contreras

The Boston Red Sox’s fired skipper offered a response on the slugger, still referring to the roster as “my players.”

The Numbers Behind Sinner vs. Djokovic at WIMBLEDON

Djokovic is bidding for a record 25th major title and a win over Sinner would put him one victory from history.

Why MLB Is Suddenly Pushing for a SALARY CAP System

MLB is pushing for a salary cap for the first time since 1994. After decades of avoiding pushing for a cap, the question is, why now? Here's 10 reasons.

The World Series Champion the Cubs Just REUNITED With

The Chicago Cubs have brought back a five-year MLB veteran after a mysterious release raised some questions.

Egypt Demands Officials Be KICKED OUT of World Cup

The Egyptian FA lodges a complaint with Fifa and demands an investigation into "double standards" of officiating in the controversial defeat by Argentina.

How FOAM Changed Pickleball—And the Paddles That Dominate Now

New tech has changed the game with the latest generation of pickleball paddles. Here's what to know and what to buy.

Why Raisin Bran Is Suddenly at the Center of PICKLEBALL

The New Jersey Fives will play this coming weekend's Major League Pickleball mid-season tournament as the "Fibes" in a first-of-its-kind brand collaboration with Kellogg's Raisin Bran cereal to promote fiber and gut health initiatives.

The 2026 Scottish Open Field That Could SHOCK Everyone

Taking a look at the field, course, picks, and predictions for the upcoming 2026 Genesis Scottish Open in North Berwick, Scotland.

Why Russian Athletes Are Suddenly ALLOWED Back at the Olympics

The International Olympic Committee decision effectively overturns a decade-long ban on Russian athletes from international sport imposed due to a state-sponsored doping scandal and Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

The Wildcard Who Just SHOCKED Wimbledon

British wildcard Arthur Fery will play for a place in the Wimbledon final after extending his sensational run with a stunning victory over Flavio Cobolli.

The STAR-STUDDED Lineup Coming to the World Cup Final Halftime

Justin Bieber has been added as a performer to the FIFA World Cup Final Halftime Show, joining the lineup as a co-headliner alongside Madonna, Shakira and BTS. FIFA and Global Citizen are staging the first Halftime Show in FIFA World Cup history on July 19 at New York New Jersey Stadium. The 11-minute spectacle will […]

The Dodgers Prospect Chasing His SECOND All-Star MVP

Los Angeles Dodgers prospect Josue De Paula is seeking to go where no baseball player has gone before: winning a second MVP Award in the All-Stars Futures Game.

Why Tottenham Is Suddenly Spending MASSIVE Money in the Transfer Market

Sandro Tonali and Matheus Fernandes have joined Tottenham Hotspur amid a big spending drive by the North London club.

The Big Man Move the Indiana Pacers Just MADE

The Indiana Pacers and veteran big man Larry Nance Jr have agreed to terms on a contract worth about $4 million in total value.

The Former Cubs Star Who Died After a LEGENDARY Career

The Chicago Cubs received news that a former superstar pitcher who was also a championship-winning coach has died.

DoorDash's Summer Campaign Could Win You Tickets To The World Cup FINAL

DoorDash, an Official Tournament Supporter of the FIFA World Cup 2026™, kicked off its eight-week-long Summer DashPass campaign in June and has continued to be a staple through the tournament and summer season. The most exciting perk is the chance to win tickets to the Wold Cup Final, with the last day to enter on […]

Blue Jays Star Returns After Family Tragedy — 'HARDEST Days Of My Life'

A Toronto Blue Jays Rookie of the Year contender offered a heartfelt tribute to his father after he died unexpectedly at age 65.

Why Mo Salah's Investment Strategy DESTROYS Messi and Ronaldo's

Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo are betting on AI, health tech, and startups. Mohamed Salah is taking a more traditional route beyond football.

The Pacers Player Who Just Got CUT for Financial Reasons

The Indiana Pacers needed to free up some financial flexibility, so they are moving on from center Micah Potter.

The Role Anne Hathaway Prepared For That Nolan NEVER Intended

Anna Hathaway said on the “Happy Sad Confused” podcast that she spent a full week channeling Harley Quinn before meeting Christopher Nolan for “The Dark Knight Rises” because she was convinced he was courting her to play the Batman villain. It wasn’t until two hours into their meeting that Hathaway discovered it was a meeting […]

The Film That Just Won Europe's Most Prestigious Development AWARD

KVIFF Promises, part of the industry program of Karlovy Vary Intl. Film Festival, has unveiled the winners of the Eurimages Co-production Development Award, as well as other prizes. The Eurimages Co-production Development Award, with a 20,000 Euros ($22,800) cash prize, went to “Selamlik” (Sweden, Denmark), directed by Jerry Carlsson, written by Khaled Alesmael and produced […]

HYBE's New Platform to Find the Next GLOBAL Music Producers

You could be the NEXT NEW CREATOR to work with HYBE Corp, the people behind BTS, ENHYPEN, LE SSERAFIM, and more. They're looking for music producers for their program.

Why Daisy Duck Is Getting a LUXURY Fashion Makeover

Disney and Ganni are taking Daisy Duck to Paris. The Copenhagen fashion label has unveiled the third chapter of its ongoing Ganni x Disney collaboration, this time centered on Daisy Duck and Minnie Mouse as they embark on what the brand describes as the “ultimate girl’s trip” in Paris. The 12-piece special-edition collection leans into […]

The Migrant Story Lebanon Doesn't Want You to SEE

Lebanese director Karim Kassem remains one of the most prolific directors in the MENA region despite the sociopolitical instability of his home country of Lebanon. “Pipes,” having its world premiere as part of the Karlovy Vary Film Festival’s prestigious Crystal Globe Competition, is the director’s fifth film in five years, following highly praised works like […]

Why Dwayne Johnson Couldn't STOP Laughing at His Own Moana Wig

Dwayne Johnson went through 12 different Maui wigs before landing on the perfect one for the live-action “Moana,” and laughed “so fucking hard” when he saw the internet’s reaction to his flowing mane. “I went through 12 wigs,” Johnson told Variety‘s Marc Malkin on Tuesday night at the Los Angeles premiere of “Moana” at the […]

Tom Holland on Why This Is His LAST Chance to Play a Boy

The Spider-Man star is appearing in his first Christopher Nolan movie.

Why 'The Kitchen' Director Says We Need More TROJAN Horses in Film

His masterclass started an hour late after Colombia’s FIFA World Cup clash with Switzerland went to penalties, leaving the opening-day crowd at the Bogotá Audiovisual Market (BAM) visibly deflated over its eventual loss. Taking the stage before the subdued audience, Mexico’s Alonso Ruizpalacios acknowledged the collective disappointment by turning to Elizabeth Butcher’s poem One Art. […]

The Mexican Drama That's Both Gut-Wrenching Mystery and Coming-of-Age REVELATION

Netflix’s latest Spanish-language mini-series, “I’m Not Afraid,” is a harrowing tale about the cruelties of poverty and the loss of childhood innocence. The first television adaptation of Niccolò Ammaniti’s 2003 novel “I’m Not Scared” is told from the perspective of a 10-year-old Miguel (Aldo Emiliano Navarro). The series depicts the anguish of an interrupted boyhood […]

The Indian Film About GHOSTS That's Haunting Karlovy Vary

Yashasvi Juyal did not pitch his way into filmmaking. He shot his way in. “We never went through the route of pitching from development,” the Indian filmmaker says of “The Ink Stained Hand and the Missing Thumb,” his debut feature, which premieres in the Proxima Competition at Karlovy Vary. “We shot the film and then […]

Why This K-Pop Star Just WALKED AWAY From Everything

Chinese artist WINWIN has parted ways with SM Entertainment, terminating his exclusive contract after 10 years. He's currently focused on his acting activities in China.

Harry's War With the Press May Have Finally ENDED

The Duke of Sussex and six others have lost their High Court privacy case against the publisher of the Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday.

Why Dakota Johnson Just DUMPED Her $6 Million Home

“Fifty Shades” star Dakota Johnson has officially sold her stunning Los Angeles home for just a few dollars under her $6 million asking price—just days after putting it on the market.

Drew Barrymore Sold Her Mansion — Now She Lives in THIS

Drew Barrymore is going back to basics for her summer getaway this year—revealing that she is ready to take an adventure in an RV.

The Rom-Com That Signals Southeast Asia's GLOBAL Takeover

Romantic comedy “Finding Mojo” opens nationwide in Malaysia on July 23, with a Singapore release following on July 31 and an Indonesian bow in the works. Astro Shaw is distributing the film locally, while SC Films International handles sales in territories outside Southeast Asia. The release marks the first feature from Sympatico, the Malaysia-U.K. production […]

The Film That Will Open Sarajevo's 32nd Festival

“Fatherland,” the latest film by Oscar-winning Polish director Paweł Pawlikowski, will open the 32nd Sarajevo Film Festival. The director will attend the gala screening on Aug. 14. “Fatherland” had its world premiere at Cannes this year, earning Pawlikowski the best director award. The film centers on the relationship between the Nobel Prize-winning writer Thomas Mann […]

The Lost Documentary About Sofia Coppola That's Finally Being RELEASED

Mubi has acquired worldwide rights for “Making Marie Antoinette,” a behind-the-scenes look at Sofia Coppola’s Oscar-winning film “Marie Antoinette.” The documentary, which marks the 20th anniversary of “Marie Antoinette,” is built from roughly 80 hours of previously unseen footage shot by Eleanor Coppola on the set of her daughter’s third feature, which starred Kirsten Dunst […]

Why the 'Freakonomics' Creator Is Inviting Strangers Into His HOME

Stephen Dubner, the journalist, podcaster and bestselling author behind the Freakonomics franchise, is getting in front of the camera with a self-financed TV-style talk show. Dubner, host of the “Freakonomics Radio” podcast, is launching “Better in Person,” described as “an indie TV talk show that bets on depth at a time when most media is […]

The Family Turning Garden Hoses Into Unexpected ART

ABC News' Danny News talks to a family in Iowa who are using their garden hose to stay cool and create "water silhouettes."

The Multiple CAKES and Stolen Keepsakes at Taylor Swift's Wedding

The DJ shared details on his Wednesday morning show after flying to New York City for the wedding.

Emmy Nominations 2026 REVEALED — See Who Made the CUT

After months of FYC screenings, panels, billboards, pop-up events, podcasts and ads, the 78th Emmy nominations are finally here. Previous Emmy winners Liza Colón-Zayas (“The Bear”) and Jeff Hiller (“Somebody Somewhere”) were set to announce this year’s nominees on Wednesday morning, along with TV Academy chair Cris Abrego. The majority of the nominations were scheduled […]

David Beckham and U2 Team Up for World Cup CHARITY Film

Despite having retired from soccer years ago, David Beckham has noticeably been one of the most visible faces of this World Cup, fronting numerous commercials. That’s not set to change anytime soon, but his next corporate appearance during the tournament is a little different to promoting Lay’s, Home Depot or McDonald’s. “Street of Dreams” is […]

The SOPRANOS Creator's Next Project Could Take Italian Americans Back to ITALY

“The Sopranos” creator David Chase, speaking at the Karlovy Vary Film Festival on Wednesday, said he’s thinking of making a movie or TV show centered on Italian Americans moving to Italy. The seven-time Emmy winner, who was delivering an industry talk about the impact of his HBO drama about an Italian-American mafia boss in New […]

The British Critic Who Changed How the West Sees ASIAN Cinema

Tony Rayns, the British writer, festival programmer and screenwriter who spent decades introducing Western audiences to East Asian cinema, has died at 78. He was found deceased at his home on July 7 following an accidental fall down his stairs, according to his sister, Stephanie Gowman, in an email to Variety. Gowman said Rayns’ death […]

The Decades-Old Metallica Album That Just Became a TOP 10 Hit

Nearly three decades after its release, Metallica's Reload debuts on multiple charts in the U.K., earning the hard rockers another top 10 on several lists.

The BBC Comedy That's About to Make Care Work FUNNY

Vittorio Angelone and Hannah McClean are set to star in new comedy series “Rewarding” following the “messy lives” of support workers looking after disabled and neurodivergent clients. The six-part series was commissioned by BBC Northern Ireland and U.S. streamer Wonder Project from a pilot starring Angelone and Seána Kerslake. Angelone reprises the role of Francis […]

Why BBC's New Boss Just Called the License Fee OBSOLETE

Matt Brittin gives his views on the corporation's future, six weeks after taking over the BBC.

The Live-Action 'Moana' Premiere That Has Everyone TALKING

"GMA" catches up with the cast to discuss what makes the new live-action "Moana" so special ahead of its nationwide release.

Gaten Matarazzo Is Bringing 'Rent' Back — But Who's JOINING Him?

The “Rent” West End revival has unveiled the principal cast joining “Stranger Things” star Gaten Matarazzo, who will play Mark in Jonathan Larson’s beloved musical. The cast includes some of the West End’s best and brightest, including Travis Ross (“Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club,” “Cake: The Marie Antoinette Playlist”) as Roger; Bella Brown (“Into […]

Why Rosie O'Donnell Is 'HORRIFIED' by Trump's Latest AI Stunt

Donald Trump’s long-time nemesis, Rosie O’Donnell, can’t believe the crap he just pulled at the World Cup. For the blissfully unaware, Trump, who is president of one of the host nations at this year’s World Cup, personally lobbied FIFA President Gianni Infantino to rescind a red card for Folarin Balogun that would have kept America’s […]

The KPop EXODUS That's Reshaping the Industry in 2026

K-pop's inherently transient nature is especially on display this year with a series of significant idol departures, including multiple from NCT.

The IVF Scandal So Shocking Netflix Is Turning It Into a SERIES

Emmy-winning “Succession” director Andrij Parekh revealed he is set to direct two episodes of Netflix’s upcoming series “The Retrievals.” Written and executive produced by Molly Smith Metzler, the Emmy-nominated creator of “Sirens” and “Maid,” the series is adapted from the eponymous hit podcast by Susan Burton and chronicles one woman’s crusade against a fertility center […]

How Tina Turner Just Topped the Charts YEARS After Her Death

Tina Turner's Wildest Dreams returns to one chart in the U.K. and debuts on another decades after its initial release following an anniversary reissue.

The Emmy Nominations That Could Change Television FOREVER

The dramas "The Pitt," "Pluribus," "The Diplomat" and "Paradise," as well as the comedies "Hacks," "Widow’s Bay," "Abbott Elementary" and "Shrinking," are among the frontrunners in the nominations for the 2026 Primetime Emmy Awards, which will be announced Wednesday morning in Los Angeles.

Why 'M3GAN' Spinoff Just Got PULLED From Theaters

After being removed from Universal’s theatrical calendar late last year, the “M3GAN” AI robot spinoff “Soulm8te” is moving forward as a straight-to-digital release. It will be available to rent on digital platforms starting August 1 from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment.  The erotic thriller features a technological twist. According to the film’s synopsis, “Soulm8te” “follows a […]

How Michael Jackson Just Dominated MULTIPLE Charts Again

Michael Jackson commands multiple albums charts in the U.K. with two different projects, as both The Essential and the Michael soundtrack rule.

The Exclusive Lollapalooza Experience You Can't Get ANYWHERE Else

Airbnb is launching an exclusive Lollapalooza fan experience that will take guests behind the scenes of the Chicago music festival. The experience, announced by Airbnb Wednesday morning, will be led by longtime festival producer Tim Sweetwood and will give attendees access to parts of the festival that are usually closed to the public, including artist […]

Why This Turkish Star Says 'Prudes Make the Best PERVERTS'

Los Angeles-based Turkish actress Cemre Paksoy — who is known in her country for roles in hit series “The Affair” and Netflix’s “As the Crow Flies” — is breaking new ground by playing Eleni Sadik, the lead in erotic thriller “Night Nurse,” whom she calls “a strange woman with a tendency for perversion.” “Night Nurse,” […]

Why Bela Bajaria Just Received This PRESTIGIOUS Award

Bela Bajaria, chief content officer at Netflix, will receive the Variety Vanguard Award recognizing her contributions to the global content business during this year’s Mipcom conference in Cannes. Bajaria will receive the kudo from Variety and Mipcom on Oct. 12, the opening day of the four-day event that will be oriented this year toward studying […]

What Sam Raimi Reveals About the NEW 'Evil Dead' Success

"Evil Dead Burn" producers Sam Raimi and Rob Tapert discuss the continuation of their "Evil Dead" franchise and

Will Nolan's 'The Odyssey' FLOP? His Box Office History Says...

Christopher Nolan has become a serious box-office draw over the past two decades, and we only need to look to the past to see that.

What Happened to Katie Couric That Erased Her MEMORY

Katie Couric revealed this week that she experienced an episode of Transient Global Amnesia in June, which first prompted the prolific journalist’s family to believe she was having a stroke. “There was nothing all that unusual about that Saturday morning. John went to work out, so I walked into town from his parents’ condo in […]

Fathom Entertainment Names New CEO

Jason Brenek has been named as Fathom Entertainment’s new CEO following the previously announced retirement of Ray Nutt. Speaking on behalf of the Fathom Entertainment Board of Directors, Adam Rymer, Chief Commercial Officer at Regal Global Entertainment, said, “Jason is the right leader to build on Fathom’s remarkable foundation of success in theatrical distribution and […]

The Reason Disney's 'Moana' Could SINK at the Box Office

“Moana” might be heading for choppy waters at the box office. Some tracking services are estimating that Disney’s live-action version of the animated musical will debut to $60 million to $65 million from 3,875 North American theaters. Those ticket sales are just barely above the original 2016 adventure, which opened to $56 million, not adjusted […]

What Travis Kelce Just REVEALED About Proposing to Taylor Swift

Travis Kelce opened up on his proposal to Taylor Swift in the first "New Heights" episode released since their wedding.

Bone Thugs-n-Harmony Honored With Walk of Fame Star: 'Anybody Harmonizing, Rapping Fast, People Know Where That Came From'

Rap veterans Bone Thugs-n-Harmony are best known for “Tha Crossroads,” their 1996 tribute to late mentor and label head Eazy-E (Eric Wright), but it’s the gilded sidewalks of Hollywood where they’ll soon be immortalized in the annals of pop culture history. The Cleveland-based rap group will receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame […]

Pure Flix Founder Michael Scott Teams With 'Duck Dynasty' Stars Willie and Korie Robertson on Faith-Based Company EKKL Entertainment

Entertainment entrepreneur Michael Scott has partnered with “Duck Dynasty’s” Willie and Korie Robertson to launch EKKL Entertainment, a new faith-and-family entertainment platform. EKKL, pronounced EK-UHL, is named for the Greek word ekklesia, which the founders say means a gathering of people brought together around what matters most. The company’s goal is to curate films, series, […]

Academy Museum Unveils The Horror Show Exhibition Featuring 'Carrie' 50th Anniversary Screening, John Carpenter Retrospective

The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures will debut an extensive new exhibition called The Horror Show, devoted to the art and craft of horror movies. Film retrospectives tied to the exhibit include a 50th anniversary screening of “Carrie” with Sissy Spacek and the John Carpenter: Prince of Darkness series. The 10-month-long exhibit debuts Sept. 26 […]

The Emmy SHAKEUP That's Rewriting Television History

The 78th Emmy Awards ceremony is planned for Sept. 14. Check in here as the nominees are announced.

Why 'Evil Dead Burn' Ditched the COMEDY

The third movie in the series since its 2013 reboot (and the sixth entry in the franchise overall), it’s a stand-alone drama of family rancor and family demons — at times, it suggests a Eugene O’Neill play restaged by Herschell Gordon Lewis. But on those terms it’s an effective piece of gross-out guignol.

The Netflix Deal That Just Made a Food Creator FAMOUS

Meredith Hayden is cooking up her own show for Netflix, in another instance of the streamer turning to internet creators to produce original programming. Hayden is a former New York City private chef (and ex-Vogue staffer) who built a career as a popular food influencer, amassing large followings on TikTok and Instagram under her Wishbone […]

The 'Terrifier' Star Joining Horror's Most TWISTED Sequel

After breaking out in “Terrifier” as the horrifying harlequin Art the Clown, David Howard Thornton is joining the cast of “Behind the Mask II: The Return of Leslie Vernon” in a key role. The sequel to the cult favorite 2006 mockumentary, as Variety exclusively reported, will be set 20 years after the original film, reuniting […]

Michael Strahan's Next Move Into PODCASTING

SMAC Productions, the entertainment and content studio founded by “Good Morning America” co-anchor and NFL star Michael Strahan and his longtime business partner Constance Schwartz-Morini, is diving into the podcast biz. And the duo are getting behind the mic themselves as part of the company’s new initiative. SMAC’s new podcast network, dubbed The Intersection, is […]

Sundance Just Created a Jury for FIRST-TIME Directors

The International Federation of Film Critics (FIPRESCI) and the Sundance Film Festival are establishing a new jury that will assess the work of first-time international filmmakers. Dubbed the FIPRESCI jury, the collaboration will launch with next year’s edition of the festival. It also comes as Sundance is moving to Boulder, Colo. after spending most of […]

The Fashion Documentary Getting a Second LIFE

Janus Films has acquired North American rights to Douglas Keeve’s “Unzipped,” a groundbreaking documentary that follows Isaac Mizrahi as he launches a new fashion collection in 1994. The company will re-release the film in theaters this year. A 4K restoration of “Unzipped” will open in New York on Sept. 25 before expanding nationwide. Released to […]

The Shocking Shows That Just Dominated the 2026 Emmy NOMINATIONS

The HBO Max medical series earned 25 nominations in the drama category. And in comedy, the final season of “Hacks” set a record with 24 nominations.

The 'Moana' Score That's a DISASTER for Disney Right Now

The Moana live-action movie Rotten Tomatoes score is in, and it is absolutely not what Disney wants to see ahead of its opening weekend.

The Studio Turning Young CREATORS Into Content Powerhouses

Brent Montgomery’s media company Wheelhouse and kids and teens-friendly social media platform Zigazoo have teamed on a new studio that will develop projects based on content from Gen Alpha stars on the TikTok-style app. Named Zigazoo Studios, the joint venture will focus on developing content, live experiences, consumer products, brand partnerships and new business ventures […]

What Villeneuve Just UNLEASHED in the 'Dune 3' Trailer

Denis Villeneuve and Timothée Chalamet unveiled an action-packed new trailer for “Dune: Part Three,” marking the latest and most comprehensive look at the highly anticipated final chapter in his sci-fi trilogy. The Oscar-nominated filmmaker and his star unveiled the new footage before an audience full of “Dune” devotees and press in Los Angeles, while the […]

The Red Carpet Moment Everyone Is TALKING About

July started off strong. Following Taylor Swift’s star-studded wedding extravaganza in New York City, the cast of “The Odyssey” dazzled at the film’s premieres in London and Paris. First reactions are only upping the excitement, with audiences movie-goers eagerly awaiting the film to hit theaters. On July 7, Dwayne Johnson launched his live-action adaptation of […]

The BBC Boss Who Just Faced the GRILLING of His Life

The BBC’s vacant director-general job was described as a “poisoned chalice” with some of the U.K.’s top television contenders – including Apple’s creative director for Europe, Jay Hunt – reportedly turning it down. Eventually it was longtime Google exec and one-time Olympic rower Matt Brittin who was both experienced and brave enough to take the […]

The Andrew Scott Film That Could Dominate AWARDS Season

Focus Features has acquired “Elsinore,” the Ian Charleson biopic starring Andrew Scott and Oscar winner Olivia Colman, for the U.S. and multiple international territories, Variety has learned exclusively. The deal closes a competitive bidding war among several studios for the Simon Stone-directed drama and adds a prestige contender to the Focus slate. Eyeing a fall […]

The New CEO Taking Over Country Music's BIGGEST Organization

The Country Music Association announced Wednesday that Brittany Schaffer will be its next CEO. Schaffer, presently a dean at Belmont University and formerly a top exec in Spotify’s country operations, will succeed current CMA head Sarah Trahern as of Jan. 1, 2027. Trahern, who has led the organization for 13 years, announced her intention to […]

What Happened When Wes Anderson Got TRAPPED in an Elevator

After director Wes Anderson, star Luke Wilson and producer James L. Brooks took the stage for a Q&A at the Academy Museum for a screening of “Bottle Rocket” Monday evening, the reunion got even more intimate when the trio were stuck in an elevator at the museum for about a half an hour. The Los […]

The Pokémon Lego Sets That Will EMPTY Your Wallet

Pika Pika! The Lego Group has been on a roll with collaborations this summer, and the brand’s latest partnership has them teaming up with The Pokémon Company on five new additions to the pre-existing build-and-display Pokémon sets. Among the new collection are fan favorites Arcanine, Rayquaza and Munchlax. Also available for pre-order is the Up-Scaled […]

Why Independent Films Are Rising—Despite the Money DRYING Up

The producers recognized on Variety’s 10 Producers to Watch list offered a look at the changing film industry during a panel in partnership with the Bentonville Film Festival, where Variety’s Carole Horst led the discussion on the challenges of producing and how independent films are evolving. Producers don’t play just one role in the filmmaking […]

AGC Studios Shakes Up Leadership—Here's Who's Taking CONTROL

AGC International, the sales and distribution arm of AGC Studios, has named Diane Ferrandez and Nat McCormick to the newly created roles of co-heads of worldwide sales and distribution, effective immediately. Los Angeles-based McCormick and London-based Ferrandez will share management and film sales and distribution responsibilities for AGC International with Ferrandez also spearheading AGC’s fast-expanding […]