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The SUDDEN Death That Just Changed the Senate FOREVER

WASHINGTON, DC – APRIL 27: U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) speaks during a press conference at the U.S. Capitol on April 27, 2026, in Washington, DC. Republican senators gathered to introduce legislation to fund construction of a White House ballroom as a secure alternative event space following the shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner in Washington, DC Saturday night. (Photo by Heather Diehl/Getty Images) Sen. Lindsey Graham died Saturday at age 71 after a “brief a

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Why Silicon Valley's Obsession With 'High Agency' Is TOXIC

There’s an old joke I used to hear in Poland. A manager wants to hire a new employee and asks his assistant to collect résumés. A week later, she proudly carries a stack of résumés into his office and hands them to him. He takes half and throws them in the trash and says, “We don’t want people who are unlucky!” In an oddly similar vein, Silicon Valley pundits are obsessed with the concept of “high agency,” popularized by Eric Weinstein, who described it this way: “When you’re told that something

Fast Company·Tech·15d ago

The AI Features Coming to Waze That Could Change Your COMMUTE

Waze is getting an AI makeover. Google is integrating its flagship AI assistant, Gemini, into the driving app with the goal of letting users personalize their trips a little more. Of the four new updates, only two are being described as involving Gemini. Waze says its updating its conversation reporting feature, first introduced in 2024, to allow drivers to use conversational voice commands to report traffic incidents and suggest map updated, like a road closure or outdated house number. In add

The Verge·Tech·15d ago
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What European Teens Are About to LOSE Access To

The European Union is weighing sweeping new restrictions on children's and teenagers' access to social media, including age limits, an outright ban, and phased access. Social media platforms could also be forced to prove their services are not harmful before young people are allowed to use them. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said the bloc's executive arm could propose new legislation within months, after reviewing recommendations from a panel of experts released today. "This

The Verge·Tech·15d ago
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The AI That Just Learned to THINK in a Completely Different WAY

For almost a decade, AI researchers have been obsessed with one kind of artificial intelligence—large language models (LLMs), which they train to write, talk, and reason using words. The tech industry is making an enormous bet that making such models bigger and smarter is the path to superintelligence.  But in 2026 some very high-profile AI researchers doubt that this word-centric approach is the whole answer. Among them is Andrew Dai, a veteran AI researcher who left Google DeepMind to build mo

Fast Company·Tech·15d ago
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How AI Volunteers Are FIXING What Your City Won't

I’m on a tree-lined street in Lincoln Park, a city in Metro Detroit, studying a curb ramp—the part of the sidewalk that slopes down to meet the street at an intersection so that someone using a wheelchair can safely cross. I mark the ramp “good” and move on. Psych! I’m not in Lincoln Park. I’m labeling and rating sidewalks from the comfort of my own couch in Los Angeles using Project Sidewalk, an online crowdsourcing platform dedicated to improving sidewalk accessibility. Part immersive video ga

Fast Company·Tech·15d ago
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The Free Tool That Exposes What Your USB Cables Are REALLY Capable Of

WhatCable. | Photo by Sean Hollister / The Verge Nearly three years ago, I showed you an awesome $8 cable tester that quickly tells you if your USB-C cable is likely fast, slow, powerful, or weak. Sadly, that gadget got discontinued, and I've never found anything as intuitive or inexpensive since. But if you've got a Mac with Apple Silicon chips, you can simply download an even more impressive tester for free. It's called WhatCable, and it works by reading the data your Mac already collects a

The Verge·Tech·15d ago
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How to ESCAPE Spotify's Algorithm and Find Music You'll Actually LOVE

If there’s one thing that gets me as giddy as gadgets, it’s music. Tech and music have always been my two biggest passions. And lately, as I’ve been reconnecting with some of my old (heavy emphasis on the word old) college friends, many of whom are professional musicians, I’ve been thinking more and more about the way I discover new music now compared to (cough, cough) 20-some-odd years ago. In short: Nowadays, I don’t really discover new music. I mostly just listen to either specific albums or

Fast Company·Tech·15d ago
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The FUNDAMENTAL Problem That's Holding AI Back From True INTELLIGENCE

March 2026 was a rocky month for big tech. On March 18, Meta decided to wind down support for Horizon Worlds, the last bastion of its five-year, $70 billion-plus virtual reality bet and the flagship project of its rebrand from Facebook. Eight days later, OpenAI announced it was shuttering Sora, its AI video platform, at a much smaller loss (most estimates put it at a mere $1 billion). Between the two announcements, Meta and Alphabet were found culpable for teen addiction related to the design of

Fast Company·Tech·15d ago
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What 34 CEOs Really Think About the AI That's TAKING OVER

When businesses leaders think about AI right now, they’re thinking about how agentic tools will change the very nature of their work. “We’ve crossed a line,” says Varun Krishna, CEO of the fintech giant Rocket Companies. “AI is no longer just creating. It is thinking, deciding and acting. That changes everything, from client interaction to security.”  As agentic tools get more sophisticated, they “expose how many organizations are still constrained by siloed data, fragmented ownership, and legac

Fast Company·Tech·15d ago

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The Technology Overhaul About to Transform America's Biggest CITY

New York City may soon undergo a major technological revamp. Earlier today, the mayor’s office announced it had begun hiring for a new group that will travel across city agencies and deploy technologists to transform often wonky and confusing digital interfaces for constituent services within a matter of months. The goal: make dealing with the city government a far more pleasant experience.  Leading the effort is Lisa Gelobter, the city’s new chief technology officer and the commissioner of the

Fast Company·Tech·15d ago

How to Use AI Without Making Yourself OBSOLETE

The rise of AI tools has created a sea of uncertainty about which skills will remain valuable and which will become obsolete. Which raises a question: How can professionals use artificial intelligence tools without becoming easily replaceable? According to experts in the field, professionals who treat AI as a replacement for thinking risk making themselves redundant, while those who use it strategically can amplify their value. What follows is seven practical approaches to working alongside AI w

Fast Company·Tech·15d ago

Why AI's Biggest Chip Winner Just Lost BILLIONS in Value

SK Hynix Stock Drops as AI Fears Resurface  Barron's SK Hynix stock drops, chip sector declines as AI trade angst returns  Yahoo Finance SK Hynix stock falls record 15% after Nasdaq debut  Yahoo Finance SK Hynix Shares Drop in Seoul After Much-Hyped US Trading Debut  Bloomberg.com Chipmakers drag stock futures lower; SK Hynix sinks 10% premarket: Live updates  CNBC

Google News·Tech·15d ago
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The Viral Challenger Who Just EXPOSED OpenAI's Latest Model's Fatal FLAW

ChatGPT just launched a new voice model, and above all else, its conversations are meant to feel natural. Seriously—the word natural appears no less than 13 times in OpenAI’s announcement of GPT-Live. Where previous voice models relied on turn-based conversations, GPT-Live aims to actively listen to users and continuously react, even interjecting with acknowledgments like “mmhmm” and “got it” to prove it’s paying attention. The “new generation of voice models” launched on July 8 with two version

Fast Company·Tech·15d ago

Why Europe Wants to BAN Kids Under 13 From Social Media

A top European Union official on Monday called for limits to be placed on children using social media as a special EU panel looking into the challenge recommended forbidding access for those under 13 until tech companies can prove their platforms are safe. Growing awareness of the dangers social media poses for young, developing brains has shown up in a wave of new restrictions globally. Australia, the U.K., Turkey, Indonesia and others have passed bans on kids under 16 or 15 from using platform

Fast Company·Tech·15d ago

The Gaming Tablet With MORE RAM Than Your Entire Computer

Almost all gaming laptops have gone up in price over the past year. Curiously, the surprisingly fast Asus ROG Flow Z13 gaming laptop/tablet combo has not. It’s actually gotten quite a bit cheaper recently. Best Buy has the lowest price on the configuration that includes the AMD Ryzen AI Max Plus 395 “Strix Halo” chipset, a whopping 64GB of RAM, and a 1TB SSD. Originally $2,999.99, it’s down to $2,099.99. Amazon has a version with half the RAM selling for $100 less, but the 64GB model is, obvious

The Verge·Tech·15d ago

Even Nvidia's OWN Executives Can't Get Enough of THIS

Today, I’m talking with Xinzhou Wu, who is the head of automotive at Nvidia.  Nvidia is obviously in the news constantly because of the AI boom — it’s one of the most valuable companies in the world, because the AI industry can’t get enough of the company’s GPUs. But Nvidia is also a key supplier to the auto industry. It’s had chips in cars for years now, and Xinzhou has been instrumental in building a complete autonomous driving system that automakers can just use. It’s already in newer Mercede

The Verge·Tech·15d ago

The RADICAL Proposal About AI Companies That Most Americans Actually SUPPORT

Companies that build AI are changing the way Americans live, and most Americans want to share in the wealth. According to a new national survey of 1,690 adults from research firm Verasight, 69% said they support “forcing” AI firms to transfer half their stock to a public sovereign wealth fund that would, in theory, pour AI profits back into the economy and even provide direct payments to Americans.  The poll comes after Elon Musk’s space and AI company, SpaceX, just pulled off the largest-ever i

Fast Company·Tech·15d ago
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The 6 SHOCKING Things Apple Just Accused OpenAI of Doing

When Apple employees interviewed for jobs at OpenAI, the AI startup's hardware head allegedly asked them to show up with something unusual: components they were working on and unreleased product samples. That's according to a blockbuster lawsuit filed by Apple, which accuses OpenAI of stealing confidential documents, spying on hardware prototypes, and tricking one of its trusted partners into performing a proprietary product design technique. The lawsuit primarily revolves around the alleged act

The Verge·Tech·15d ago

Why AI Is Making Your Laptop MORE Expensive and Your Electric Bill HIGHER

American consumers — and the Federal Reserve — are being hit with another high-cost headache. The gusher of investment in data centers — likely topping $700 billion this year — to power artificial intelligence has made memory chips, computer processors and other equipment, as well as electricity, more expensive. Economists expect it will continue to push up inflation at least through the end of this year. While it won’t be as large a spike as occurred in 2021-2023, when inflation peaked at 9.1%,

Fast Company·Tech·15d ago

Why AI Can't SEE Your Brand Anymore

At 21st Century Brand we have spent the last 18 months asking a deceptively simple question: When someone asks an AI system to recommend a brand in your category, how does it choose that brand? The answer has very little to do with who spends the most on marketing. It has everything to do with the quality, consistency, and credibility of the signals a brand leaves across the open web, and whether those signals add up to something a machine can interpret with confidence. Think about it this way.

Fast Company·Tech·15d ago
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The iPhone Feature That's Making Me Forget My OLD Habits

Siri AI in iOS 27. iOS 27 escaped the developer world today with the launch of the first public beta. I've been testing the new operating system since early June, looking for quirks and seeing if it can live up to the hype Apple promised in the keynote. This year's iOS upgrades are what one might call a Snow Leopard update. That means it's light on new features and instead focused on fixing things that were broken and speeding up processes across the OS. App launches, Photos search results, an

The Verge·Tech·15d ago
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DJI's Best Wireless Mics Just Hit Their LOWEST Price Ever

The full DJI Mic 3 kit in its charging case. Smartphones these days have incredible cameras that are capable of taking smooth, sharp video, but the microphones are often lacking, to say the least. A wireless lavalier microphone can dramatically improve the audio quality of your videos, whether you’re the only one talking, or if you’re getting audio from multiple people. The DJI Mic 3 is one of the best options, and it’s currently discounted to $219 (usually $259) at several retailers, includi

The Verge·Tech·15d ago
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These Premium Bone-Conduction Headphones Are at Their CHEAPEST Since January

The Shokz OpenRun Pro are great for outdoor workouts. | Image: Shokz Noise-canceling earbuds are great for flights and focusing, but they're not always ideal for outdoor workouts. The last-gen Shokz OpenRun Pro's open-ear design lets you enjoy music while staying aware of approaching cars, cyclists, and other potential hazards, and right now they're on sale for $109 ($50 off) at Amazon, Walmart, and B&H Photo. That matches their all-time low price, which we haven't seen since January. Shokz Op

The Verge·Tech·15d ago
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The Pixel Colors That Might Make You FORGET About iPhone

The purported Pixel 11 in Fuchsia (Hibiscus). | Image: 9to5Google This year's Google Pixel 11 lineup might come in a bunch of funky colors. A series of now-deleted Amazon listings spotted by 9to5Google show what appear to be placeholders for Google's upcoming Pixel 11 in hot pink Fuchsia (Hibiscus), vibrant green Moss (Pistachio), and Midnight (Obsidian) black. We've seen two sets of names for the Pixel 11's rumored colorways so far, and, confusingly, both variations are included in the early

The Verge·Tech·15d ago
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Apple Just Released Something That Could Transform Your PHONE Forever

Apple has just released public betas for iOS 27 and other major OS updates that are set to publicly launch this fall. The big new feature this year is Siri AI, the delayed AI-powered revamp to Siri. It actually works - which is big praise! - though it keeps things brief. Other betas available now include iPadOS 27, watchOS 27, and macOS 27 Golden Gate. If you want to test out Apple's upcoming updates, fair warning that you may run into issues like unexpected glitches or a battery that drains fas

The Verge·Tech·15d ago
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What Microsoft Just Removed From Windows Search That You'll ACTUALLY Want

Microsoft is testing a cleaner version of the Windows 11 search menu that strips it of recommended content and ads. In a blog post on Monday, Microsoft announced that it's rolling out the decluttered Search Box to Windows Insiders in the Experimental channel as the company looks to regain trust with users and fix Windows. One of the biggest changes is a revamped search homescreen that displays only your recent searches. Currently, when you open the search menu, it shows your recent searches alon

The Verge·Tech·14d ago
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Why OnePlus Is Reportedly Walking Away From American CUSTOMERS

OnePlus and its parent company, Oppo, plan to announce in the coming days that OnePlus brand will be leaving the US and European markets, according to a machine translation of a WinFuture report. Should the exit actually happen, it will mark a conclusion to months of rumors about the future of OnePlus. Android Headlines said in January that OnePlus was being "dismantled," though OnePlus, in a statement at the time, said that "OnePlus North America continues to operate, with full guarantee of us

The Verge·Tech·14d ago
Business

The Federal Investigation That Could TOPPLE a Union President

DOJ Investigating Allegations Against UAW President Fain  Bloomberg.com UAW President Fain faces DOJ probe of possible favor for fiancee  Detroit Free Press Justice Department Investigating Allegation Against UAW President Shawn Fain  WSJ U.A.W. President Says He’s the Victim of ‘Bogus Allegations’  The New York Times Federal monitor says UAW head Shawn Fain abused authority; Fain denies findings  CNBC

The 3 HIDDEN Reasons Leaders Sabotage Their Own Success

With the pace of change accelerating, it’s clear that organizations need leaders who can do more than execute well. They need leaders who can navigate ambiguity, mobilize people through uncertainty, and adapt faster than conditions are changing. But many leaders are struggling to make that leap. Harvard Business Impact’s 2025 Global Leadership Development Study found that 71% of organizations now say the ability to lead through constant change is critical, up from 58% in 2024. Yet the global lea

How Amazon Secretly Became the World's Crisis RESPONDER

Tens of thousands of Venezuelans remain missing after two deadly earthquakes. Bettina Stix, global director for community impact at Amazon, takes us inside the disaster relief operation she built from scratch, deployed across more than 200 global crises from the L.A. wildfires to the Caribbean. She explains what Amazon Prime’s obsession with speed and logistics has to do with getting aid to people who need it most, and why delivering what hasn’t been asked for can make a disaster worse.  This is

The RADICAL Plan to Fix NYC's Sweltering Subway Hell

On a hot summer day in New York City, walking into a subway station can feel like descending into a sauna, improbably even hotter and muggier than the air outside. Unlike more modern subway stations around the world, New York’s century-old stations lack air conditioning—with staircases open to the outside air, AC would be inefficient and ineffective. And while you can blissfully cool off on the air-conditioned trains, they’re also making the problem worse: Cooling the cars means constantly pumpi

What an ER Doctor Learned About Uncertainty That Changed How They Run a COMPANY

Hello and welcome to Modern CEO! I’m Stephanie Mehta, CEO and chief content officer of Mansueto Ventures. Each week this newsletter explores inclusive approaches to leadership drawn from conversations with executives and entrepreneurs, and from the pages of Inc. and Fast Company. If you received this newsletter from a friend, you can sign up to get it yourself every Monday morning. When John D’Angelo became president and CEO of Northwell Health in October, he inherited a nonprofit health system

The Key Truth About Performance That Leadership Still REFUSES To Accept

This month marks the 15th anniversary of the publication of my book Lead From The Heart. While years have passed since then, I’m very much aware that the book’s central premise is one many leaders and organizations have yet to fully embrace—or perhaps don’t yet believe. In 2011, I argued that the most effective way to improve workplace performance isn’t to focus first on performance itself. It is to focus on employees’ emotional experience at work and specifically on how people feel. At the time

The ONE Thing Missing from Your Networking That Changes EVERYTHING

The greatest missed opportunity at most conferences is not a keynote session, a panel, or a workshop. It is the conversations that never happen. Every year, professionals attend conferences hoping to build relationships, discover new opportunities, and create momentum for their careers or businesses. Yet many leave with little more than a collection of business cards and LinkedIn connections that never turn into anything meaningful. The problem is that most people have never learned to articulat

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Another Pizza Chain VANISHES From American Streets

It’s no secret that pizza chains are struggling. Over the last several months alone, Pizza Hut and Papa Johns announced hundreds of closures. That pizzapocalypse trend continues this month, with the owner of the popular U.S. pizza chain Papa Murphy’s announcing it will close up to 50 locations. Here’s what you need to know. What’s happened? Last week, the Canadian fast-casual and quick-service dining conglomerate MTY Food Group announced its earnings for the second quarter of 2026. The earnings

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The Tiny Home Company Now Building What EVERYONE Actually Wants

Samara, the prefabricated homebuilder that was created to chip away at California’s housing shortage with well-designed accessory dwelling units (ADUs), is sizing up. But not too much. The company has just unveiled Locale by Samara, an expansion into single family homebuilding. But these aren’t the typical single family homes, which now average nearly 2,200 square feet (204 square meters) in size in the U.S. Instead, the company is developing significantly smaller homes, ranging between 1,000 an

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The Hyped Tech Stock That Just CRASHED After Its US DEBUT

SK Hynix Shares Drop in Seoul After Much-Hyped US Trading Debut  Bloomberg.com Stock futures slide as chipmakers fall; SK Hynix sinks 8%: Live updates  CNBC Stock Market Today: AI Jitters Weigh on Nasdaq Futures, SK Hynix Stock Slumps — Live Updates  WSJ Intel, AMD, Sandisk, and More Stocks That Explain Today’s Market  Barron's SK Hynix plunges after Nasdaq debut amid diminishing earnings optimism  Reuters

Why MrBeast and Disney Are Both Betting BIG on This Tiny MARKET

Revitalized last year as an offshoot of the Central America and Caribbean Audiovisual Market, the Costa Rica Media Market (CRMM) promises a packed two-day conference over July 14-15, followed by fam tours for most of its participants. Organized by Costa Rica’s Film Commission, its Trade and Investment Promotion Agency (Promocomer), and tourism agency Essential Costa […]

Variety·Business·15d ago
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Why States Are DEFYING Federal Orders to Stop This Media MEGAMERGER

A coalition of 12 states filed an antitrust lawsuit on Monday to block the merger of Paramount Skydance and Warner Bros., defying the Department of Justice, which approved the deal last month. The coalition, led by California Attorney General Rob Bonta, alleges that the $111 billion transaction violates the Clayton Act by lessening competition in […]

Variety·Business·15d ago

How Tom Holland's Beer Brand Is Cashing In on the SOBER Revolution

At a restaurant in lower Manhattan in mid-June, actor Tom Holland holds court with influencers and publicists. But the sheer number of beverage industry insiders means that he isn’t here to promote his upcoming return to the big screen as Spiderman. He’s talking up Bero—the nonalcholic beer brand he started in 2024, two years after the actor’s successful dry January sparked an interest in a sober lifestyle. Holland isn’t the only one opting for nonalcoholic options: approximately 30% of American

Why High Gas Prices Are SAVING the EV Market Right Now

As the US war on Iran sent gas prices soaring, American car buyers flocked to electric vehicles - and in particular hybrids. After a sluggish winter and fall, EV sales rebounded in the second quarter of 2026, with automakers posting some of their best numbers since the elimination of the federal EV tax credit last year, according to a Q2 analysis from Cox Automotive. I wouldn't go so far as to say EVs are back to their pandemic-era numbers, but there are some promising signs that we may be thro

Why Gen Z Is 'Job SCROLLING' at Work — And What It Reveals About Your OFFICE

As job creation and hiring continues to slow down during the summer months—the economy added only 57,000 new jobs in June—a new workplace trend called “job scrolling” is emerging. Here’s what to know. What is job scrolling? Careerminds, a global outplacement and executive coaching platform, looked at hundreds of comments on Reddit threads such as r/recruitinghell, r/cscareerquestions and r/jobs, only to find younger employees are browsing LinkedIn and Indeed on company time—not to apply for ne

Why Memory Chip Stocks Are TUMBLING After SK Hynix's Record IPO

Shares in memory chip companies slumped across U.S. markets Monday, in a further sign of investor concerns over how much road is left for the AI stock market boom. SK Hynix’s American depository shares were down 8.9% by midday Monday, just days after its blockbuster stock market debut last week, the largest ever U.S. IPO by a foreign company. The chip giant was also the biggest faller in South Korea, plunging a record 15%, while tech giant Samsung also dropped 10.5%. The two firms dominate the c

The Blueprint for How America BUILDS Again

For anyone in manufacturing or fulfillment, the current topic of conversation is Factory 5.0, also called Industry 5.0. While Factory 4.0 focused on how technology and data can make factories more efficient, Factory 5.0 focuses on collaboration between people and advanced technologies like AI, robotics and advanced automations. Factory 5.0 asks: How can technology make our factories more human, sustainable and resilient? Factory 5.0 is a manufacturing paradigm that places human well-being, envir

Why Your Water Bill Might Soon ECLIPSE Your Electric Bill

Brace yourself for higher water bills—and soon. Within a decade, millions of Americans could face monthly water bills so high that they’ll become unaffordable. Water rates have already been rising three times faster than inflation, but hotter and drier conditions could exacerbate current strains on aging infrastructures that could see more than one-third of U.S. households grappling with unaffordable water bills, according to a study published earlier this month led by a team of researchers at S

The Four Traits Chipotle's COO Looks for Before PROMOTING Anyone

Last year, 23,000 Chipotle employees were promoted to various leadership roles. The company, which has over 130,000 employees globally, has a tendency to look towards its own staff when it comes to filling those positions. Of those employees promoted, 83% of field leaders, around 90% of restaurant management roles and all regional vice presidents were internal promotions instead of external hires. Chipotle’ chief operating officer Jason Kidd is very involved in the company’s internal promotion s

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Warner Bros. Discovery CEO Is Dumping $59 Million MORE in Stock

As Paramount Skydance’s deal to take over Warner Bros. Discovery is still pending, WBD CEO David Zaslav is continuing to cash out his stock in the company he is set to depart in the coming months. Zaslav filed to sell about 2.18 million shares of Warner Bros. Discovery stock, valued at $59.47 million, according to […]

Variety·Business·15d ago

The AI Panic That Just CRUSHED the Nasdaq This Morning

Stock Market Today: AI Jitters Weigh on Nasdaq, SK Hynix Stock Slumps — Live Updates  WSJ Stock futures are little changed as Middle East tensions escalate; traders await earnings and inflation data: Live updates  CNBC U.S. Stocks Fall as AI Selloff, Oil Jump Rattle Markets  WSJ Wall Street ends lower as Iran tensions dampen risk appetite; chipmakers drop  Reuters Stock market today: Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq fall as chip stocks tumble, oil surges on US-Iran tensions  Yahoo Finance

Politics
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What McConnell FINALLY Revealed After Weeks of SILENCE

The Republican senator denied that he had suffered a heart attack and said he had left the hospital and moved to a physical rehabilitation center. He did not give a timetable for returning to Capitol Hill.

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What Mitch McConnell Just Revealed About His HEALTH

'Still have unfinished business to complete': Sen. Mitch McConnell gives update on health, says he is out of the hospital  WLWT Mitch McConnell reveals fall led to hospitalization after weeks of silence  The Guardian Mitch McConnell Breaks Silence With Statement and Photo Amid Questions About Health Status  Time Magazine US Senator Mitch McConnell says absence due to fall and pneumonia  BBC Mitch McConnell assures Kentuckians of ongoing Senate work during recovery from fall, pneumonia  WHAS11

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Where Trump Quietly MOVED His Crypto Fortune — And Why

Trump invested crypto gains in stocks and bonds, filings show  Reuters The Unprecedented Personal Profits of Trump’s Presidency  The New York Times Did Trump get $1.4B illegally or by being great at business? | Letters  Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Master of coin: Trump made a fortune on his crypto business — thousands of investors lost their shirts  The Independent Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand Wants to Save Crypto — But Trump Windfall Is a Political Obstacle  The Intercept

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The ICE Operation That Just Turned DEADLY in Maine

Officials: Person killed in shooting involving ICE in Biddeford  WMTW One person killed in Maine in second fatal ICE-involved shooting in less than a week  CNN Fatal shooting in Biddeford, Maine, involved ICE, state House speaker says  Boston.com Federal immigration authorities involved in shooting in Maine  ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos 1 dead after ICE-involved shooting in Maine  WSYR

Why Mitch McConnell's 'Proof of Life' Photo Is Raising MORE Questions

Jimmy Kimmel is currently on summer break from hosting his ABC late night talk show, but that’s not stopping him from continuing to take aim at the Republican party. Kimmel’s latest target is Sen. Mitch McConnell, who posted a photo of himself on social media as proof of life amid questions over the 84-year-old politician’s […]

Variety·Politics·15d ago
International
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The INFERNO That Trapped Dozens in Bangkok's Nightlife District

The fire is one of the deadliest such incidents in the popular tourist destination in ⁠recent years A fire at a popular pub in Thailand’s ⁠capital, Bangkok, has killed 27 ⁠people, with another 22 ​in critical condition, officials said on Monday, in one of the deadliest such incidents in the tourism hub in recent years. The prime minister, Anutin Charnvirakul, ‌who visited the site of the fire in the early hours of Monday, told reporters that based on survivor accounts, the pub rapidly filled wit

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Why Iran Just Declared the World's Most CRITICAL Waterway CLOSED

Iran Live Updates: After Intense U.S. Strikes, Iran Targets Gulf States and Claims Strait is Closed  The New York Times Live updates: US launches second night of strikes on Iran  CNN US launches new strikes on Iran as Strait of Hormuz tensions escalate  USA Today Iran war live: US bombs Iranian cities again as Hormuz standoff intensifies  Al Jazeera US launches new wave of strikes against Iran as Tehran says diplomacy has proven ‘futile’  The Guardian

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The Strikes That Just Pushed Oil Markets Into CHAOS

Iran launches retaliatory attacks after fresh US strikes – as it happened  The Guardian Iran war live: Iran escalates attacks across the Gulf after more US strikes  Reuters U.S. and Iran trade airstrikes again amid conflicting claims over Strait of Hormuz  CNBC Iran launches missiles and drones at Gulf states after US strikes  Al Jazeera Iran launches attacks on Gulf states amid heaviest U.S. strikes in months  The Washington Post

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The Royal DEATH That Just Changed Middle East POWER

Qatar’s former ruler Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani has died at 74  AP News Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa, Ruler Who Transformed Qatar, Dies at 74  The New York Times How former Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani built Qatar’s economy  Al Jazeera Former Qatar ruler Sheikh Hamad, a moderniser who seized power, has died  Reuters Sheikh Hamad, Leader Who Made Qatar a Rich Nation, Dies  Bloomberg.com

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The Strait That Could Send Oil Prices SOARING

Oil prices jump as US and Iran trade attacks over Strait of Hormuz  Al Jazeera Oil Prices Surge After Iran and U.S. Trade Strikes  The New York Times Oil jumps 4% as new military strikes threaten Hormuz shipments  Reuters Oil Climbs, US Futures Dip on Fresh Iran Strikes: Markets Wrap  Bloomberg.com Oil prices rise 4% as U.S. and Iran fight for control of Strait of Hormuz  CNBC

The Ukrainian Drone Strikes That Just SUSPENDED Russian Shipping

Ukrainian drone strikes force Russia to suspend shipping in Sea of Azov  The Guardian Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, July 11, 2026  Institute for the Study of War Russia says Ukraine struck tanker in Sea of Azov  Reuters Ukrainian attacks on Russia kill 1 as Kyiv continues to target oil tankers and refineries  ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos Russia Says Ukraine Attacked Four Vessels in Azov Sea Overnight  Bloomberg.com

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The Bangkok Night That Ended in UNTHINKABLE Tragedy

Fire breaks out at a pub in Bangkok, killing at least 27 people  AP News At least 27 killed, 22 critically injured in Bangkok bar fire  BBC Dozens killed, scores injured in Bangkok's deadly pub fire  Yahoo List of some significant fatal fires in Thailand  Reuters Fire breaks out at a pub in Bangkok, killing at least 27 people, officials say  CNN

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The Hospital Rising From Ukraine's RUINS

A pediatric hospital has just opened in Ukraine that could reinvent the country’s approach to providing healthcare. With a design informed by the trauma of war and a construction method optimized for a pressing need, Project Horizon is a modular, 15-bed pediatric hospital wing. It is located in Brody, a city of 150,000 people 50 miles from the border with Poland. Brody is far from the war zone in eastern Ukraine, but is nonetheless touched by the conflict, with an influx of internal migrants com

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Ukraine's Bold Strike That Just Crippled Russia's Trade LIFELINE

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Kyiv bombs 15 more Russian ships on key trade route  The Independent Ukrainian drone strikes force Russia to suspend shipping in Sea of Azov  The Guardian Ukrainian Security Service drones hit Russian patrol boats, ferries, warehouses and oil tanks overnight, causing fires – photo, videos  Українська правда Ukraine strikes Russian ships near Crimea, escalating attacks on fuel supplies  BBC Ukrainian attacks on Russia kill 1 as Kyiv continues to target oil tankers and r

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The CEASEFIRE That's Slipping Away—And What It Means for EVERYONE

The U.S. and Iran exchanged fire over the weekend amid tensions over the Strait of Hormuz. And, Congress returns from recess facing tight deadlines.

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Why Killings CONTINUE at Kenya Farm Despite New Security

Exclusive: Three men killed in incidents over past year allegedly involving G4S guards, who replaced in-house team after previous deaths Bereaved families and politicians have raised alarm about continued killings on Del Monte’s pineapple farm in Kenya despite the company hiring G4S to replace its in-house security team after previous deaths were exposed by the Guardian. Del Monte appointed G4S to guard the farm, which is estimated to cover at least 40 sq km, the area of a small city, after the

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The BLOCKADE That Could Send Oil Prices Into CHAOS

Trump says US will blockade Iran in the Strait of Hormuz and will charge ships for safe passage  AP News Live updates: Ceasefire disintegrates as Trump says US will reinstate blockade of Iranian ships in Strait of Hormuz  CNN Trump reimposes blockade on Strait of Hormuz, declares 20 percent US toll on shipping  The Hill Iran War Live Updates: Trump and Iran Ramp Up Competing Claims Over Strait of Hormuz as Strikes Continue  The New York Times US to take over Strait of Hormuz, charge 20 percent f

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The Exits That May Have TRAPPED 27 People in Bangkok Inferno

Fire at Bangkok bar kills 27; exits may have been blocked, officials say  The Washington Post Fire breaks out at a pub in Bangkok, killing at least 27 people  CNN People killed in Bangkok music bar fire were found trapped in windowless bathrooms  AP News At least 27 killed, 22 critically injured in Bangkok bar fire  Yahoo News Canada Investigators probe a fire at a music bar in Bangkok that killed at least 27 people  NPR

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Trump's BLOCKADE Threat That Could Trigger a Global CRISIS

Trump says US will reinstate Strait of Hormuz blockade and impose 20% charge on cargo  BBC Live updates: Ceasefire disintegrates as Trump says US will reinstate blockade of Iranian ships in Strait of Hormuz  CNN Trump says the U.S. will reinstate its blockade on Iran and charge a toll on ships  NPR Trump proposes 20% toll on cargo through Strait of Hormuz; restarts Iran blockade  CNBC Trump says U.S. military will reimpose blockade on Iranian ports  The Washington Post

The 9-Nation Coalition Ukraine Just Formed to Stop BALLISTIC MISSILES

Ukraine, 9 nations form ballistic missile defense coalition  dw.com Leaders give press conference after ‘coalition of the willing’ meeting in Paris – Europe live  The Guardian Ukraine and 9 other countries announce a coalition to protect Europe from ballistic missiles  AP News Ukraine and allies set up coalition to tackle Russia ballistic missile threat  NBC News Ukraine to produce French missiles, orders war planes, Macron says  Reuters

Science

How Future Moon Landings Could ERASE Clues to Life's ORIGINS

A new study suggests spacecraft exhaust could quickly contaminate the moon's most scientifically valuable regions, potentially masking ancient clues about how life began on Earth. Researchers say future lunar missions should consider new ways to reduce and monitor this pollution before it becomes widespread.

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Why France's Rivers Are Now Too HOT for Nuclear Power

High temperatures and below average rainfall put pressure on waterways used to cool reactors Above average temperatures combined with below average rainfall across much of western and central Europe during June and the first half of July have placed increasing pressure on rivers, ecosystems and energy infrastructure. Persistent high pressure brought prolonged sunshine, suppressed rainfall and enhanced evaporation, causing river levels to fall and water temperatures to increase. These unusually w

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The Twice-Monthly Shot That Could REPLACE Your Daily Diabetes Routine

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

Healthline·Health·15d ago

Why Your 30-Year-Old Body Is AGING Like You're 50

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

Healthline·Health·15d ago

The SHOCKING Truth About Weight-Loss Drugs Nobody Tells You

A new study found that while several newer weight loss medications can help with significant weight loss, they do not improve quality of life or boost long-term heart health. Getty Images A new study found that several newer medications can aid in significant weight loss. However, the most effective drugs produced more side effects, often leading people to quit. Experts say the lesson here is to look beyond weight loss. Patients need effective strategies for managing side effects. In recent

Healthline·Health·15d ago

The 78 Minutes That Could Be Making You GAIN 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

Healthline·Health·15d ago

The Upper Body Secret That Slashes Heart Attack Risk by 31%

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

Healthline·Health·15d ago

Why Your Morning Coffee Habit Might Be SAVING Your Liver

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

Healthline·Health·15d ago

The 'EXPLOSIVE' Parasite Now Spreading Across 17 States

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

Healthline·Health·15d ago

The Louisiana Man Who Just Became IMPOSSIBLE to Cure

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

Healthline·Health·15d ago

Why Doctors Missed This Celebrity's Disease for YEARS

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

Healthline·Health·15d ago

The Skin Cancer Warning Signs Hiding in PLAIN Sight

Many early signs of skin cancer can be easily overlooked. Image Credit: MoMo Productions/Getty Changes in moles aren’t the only early warning signs of skin cancer. Persistent sores, scaly patches, and other subtle skin changes can also be signs of the disease. Skin cancer is highly treatable when detected early, making it important to recognize overlooked warning signs and seek medical evaluation for concerning changes. Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States, accounting

Healthline·Health·15d ago

The CHOCOLATE Trick That Could Transform Your Workout

Smelling dark chocolate before and during workouts may help you perform more repetitions and reduce hunger after exercise, new research finds. Getty Images Smelling dark chocolate before and during a leg workout helped participants perform more repetitions. Though the exact mechanism remains unclear, researchers suspect that certain scents trigger physiological changes that may affect physical performance. Other scents, including peppermint and citrus, have also been shown to affect exercise

Healthline·Health·15d ago

The Pregnancy Drug Worry That Science Just Put to REST

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

Healthline·Health·15d ago

The 10 Medications That Could Make Summer DEADLY for You

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

Healthline·Health·15d ago

The Generic Drug That Could DESTROY the GLP-1 Market

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

Healthline·Health·15d ago

The HIDDEN Link Between Your Gums and Your HEART

Researchers found that bacteria linked to gum disease may help drive the development of calcific aortic valve stenosis by triggering inflammation and calcium buildup in the heart valve. The early findings suggest that keeping gums healthy could play a role in reducing the risk of this serious heart condition.

Why Health Equity Is Actually a SOCIAL JUSTICE Issue

Health equity can sometimes be discussed in terms of access, but at its core, it is a social justice issue. It reflects who has been systematically excluded from the conditions that make health possible: safe housing, stable income, reliable employment, clean environments, and freedom from targeted harm. These inequities are not accidental. They are the result of decades of policy decisions. They come from economic structures and corporate practices that have shaped who gets access and who doesn

The 14 Choices That Could STEAL Your Memory Before You Know It

Experts say addressing modifiable risk factors may help lower your risk of dementia. Getty Images Millions of people around the world are living with cognitive impairment associated with dementia. However, nearly half of dementia cases could potentially be prevented by addressing 14 risk factors. Experts say it’s important to address all these factors, as they work together to influence risk. The World Health Organization (WHO) explains that as of 2021, 57 million people worldwide were livi

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The REAL Fire and Brutality Behind 'Evil Dead Burn'

SPOILER ALERT: This story contains major spoilers for “Evil Dead Burn,” now playing in theaters. “Evil Dead Burn” breaks one of the fundamental rules of cinema: Don’t kill the dog. “If you don’t do that in ‘Evil Dead,’ in which movie do you do that? These are the most insane, wild and basically evil movies,” director […]

The MAJOR Overhaul Coming to 'Married at First Sight'

For longtime “Married at First Sight” viewers, Season 20 may feel a bit different. The new season, which debuts on July 12, is the first full season made for Peacock. The series, produced by Kinetic Content, aired Seasons 5-18 on Lifetime before moving to NBC’s streaming service in 19 — but that deal wasn’t completed […]

The Love Island USA Couple That Just Won EVERYTHING

SPOILER ALERT: This article contains spoilers for the Season 8 finale of “Love Island USA.” The public’s final vote for “Love Island USA” Season 8 decided on Bryce and Trinity as the winners of the reality dating series. Bryce and Trinity were joined in the final four by Kayda and Zach, Melanie and Sincere, and Aniya […]

The New YouTube Channel That Could DISRUPT Indian Cinema

Indian auteurs Anurag Kashyap and Vikramaditya Motwane have joined forces again to spotlight writer-director Ravi Muppa’s short film “Incognito,” the debut release on shorts-only YouTube channel titled Oh Flip Shorts that is launching July 15. The channel arrives courtesy of producer Ranjan Singh, with Kashyap serving as curator. The plan calls for a fresh short […]

The Security BREACH That Brought Jay-Z's Stadium Show to a Halt

Jay-Z’s third and most hotly anticipated concert at Yankee Stadium on Sunday night was plagued by a nearly four-hour delay, apparently due to fans rushing the venue’s gates, starting four hours after the scheduled set time. “I appreciate your patience. We gonna have a good time. I got some shit for you, I promise you,” […]

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The Violent Film Heading to Locarno's Main COMPETITION

Heretic has acquired world sales rights to “Nobody’s Violence,” the 17th feature from prolific Canadian auteur Denis Côté which world premieres in main competition at the Locarno Film Festival. The director’s latest sees him reuniting with actor Larissa Corriveau, the star of previous features including “Social Hygiene,” “That Kind of Summer” and the 2023 Locarno premiere “Mademoiselle […]

The Movie That Just Made $73 Million in ONE Weekend

Shenzhen Film Studio’s sports comedy “Kung Fu Soccer” dominated the mainland China box office during the July 10–12 weekend, scoring a massive opening of RMB500.3 million ($73.6 million) in just two days of release, according to data from Artisan Gateway. Written and directed by Stephen Chow, the film marks his return to the sports comedy […]

The Film About Abuse That Everyone Will Be TALKING About

Costa Rica’s Hilda Hidalgo, best known for her lauded adaptation of Gabriel Garcia Marquez’s novel “Of Love and Other Demons” and drama “Violeta at Last” is plunging back into fiction filmmaking with “Cousins” (“Primas”), where she teams up once again with “Violeta at Last” producer Emi Kodo, DP Nicolás Wong, a Costa Rican Variety Below-The-Line […]

The Mythical Fortune Teller Film Getting International BACKING

Natalia Solórzano Vásquez’s upcoming “Spells to Revive a Witch” has found new partners in Spain’s Testaferro and Uruguay’s Guay Films. The hybrid documentary, headed to the Costa Rica Media Market, is produced by Costa Rica’s Sputnik Films. Mariana Murillo’s label has previously produced Sofía Quirós Ubeda’s Cannes-selected “Land of Ashes,” and it’s currently in post-production […]

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The Jurassic Park Star Who Just Left Us With One Final MYSTERY

In 2023, Neill disclosed he had been diagnosed with angioimmunoblastic T-cell lymphoma, a rare type of non-Hodgkin lymphoma. Neill died on Monday in Sydney, according to a statement posted to the actor's social media page.

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Why 'Moana' Just Conquered the Korean Box OFFICE

Disney’s live-action reimagining “Moana” sailed straight to the top of the South Korean box office during the weekend of Jul. 10–12. According to data from KOBIS, the tracking service operated by the Korean Film Council, the film generated $3 million from 403,931 admissions over the three-day frame, securing a 36.53% share of the weekend market. […]

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The Hollywood Icon Whose STRENGTH We'll Never Forget

“Jurassic World Dominion” director Colin Trevorrow led tributes to Sam Neill following the news that the “Jurassic Park” and “Peaky Blinders” star died on Monday at age 78. “Sam Neill was a deeply soulful and beautiful man,” Trevorrow wrote on Instagram. “He was a friend and collaborator at a challenging time, and his strength gave […]

The Yankee Stadium Night When EVERYONE Showed Up for Jay-Z

“We’re going to go until like 5 a.m., so don’t be scared,” said Jay-Z not long after he started the third and final show of his Yankee Stadium residency on Sunday night, the concluding chapter to a weekend that paid homage to the 25th and 30th anniversaries of his seminal albums “The Blueprint” and “Reasonable […]

What Ali G Was Really Doing on Wimbledon's CENTER Court

Ali G was among the surprise special guests at the Wimbledon men’s final on Sunday — and got straight to work trying to sell drugs from his seat on centre court. While Sacha Baron Cohen’s comedy creation may have been kitted out in classic whites for the occasion, his Wimbledon-themed jacket did feature a large […]

The 8,800-Pound Trojan Horse Universal Built for ONE Night

With almost the full cast in attendance, last week’s “The Odyssey” world premiere in London offered more star power than any other event seen in Leicester Square this year. And yet on the night, the likes of Christopher Nolan, Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway, Zendaya, Tom Holland, Robert Pattinson, Charlize Theron and many others were somewhat […]

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The Directors Who Will Decide Venice's FUTURE

La Biennale di Venezia has named the international juries for the Horizons section and the Luigi De Laurentiis Venice award for a debut film at the 83rd Venice Film Festival. French director, actor and screenwriter Valérie Donzelli will chair the Horizons jury. She will be joined by American film distributor Peter Becker, Hong Kong-American director […]

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The Punjabi Film Deal That's Reshaping BOLLYWOOD

India’s Panorama Studios has acquired the worldwide theatrical distribution rights to three Punjabi-language films set for release in 2026: “Argentina,” starring Ammy Virk and Sargun Mehta; “Thaapi,” starring Neeru Bajwa and Sunny Singh; and “Ranjheya,” featuring Harrdy Sandhu, Simrat Kaur and Angad Bedi. The deal builds on the momentum of “Ishqan De Lekhe,” one of […]

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The Film Everyone's Talking About at CANNES

Four years after Ariel Escalante’s “Domingo and the Mist” premiered to acclaim at the Cannes Film Festival, Costa Rica’s flourishing Incendio Cine label continues to strike key co-production deals in the Central American country. Panama’s Expansive Cine and Peru’s Cine Infinito have just joined Felipe Zúñiga’s solo directorial debut “We Won’t Let the Goat Die,” […]

The NYC Artist Who Got RICH Selling Taylor Swift's Wedding Night TRASH

Swifties will buy anything related to Taylor Swift: a CD or a vinyl—even if they listen on Spotify anyway—a cardigan or scarf inspired by her songs, and yes, even garbage. Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce tied the knot on July 3 at New York City’s Madison Square Garden (MSG), gathering A-list celebrities from across industries. But as fans flocked to the venue for a chance to peek inside the secretive event, at least one person turned his attention to the floor—picking up trash to package and sell

The DRAMA Returns: When London's Poshest Housewives Come Back

“The Real Housewives of London” is coming back for a second round this fall. Season 2 of the reality series will premiere Sept. 7 on U.K. streamer Hayu, with new episodes dropping weekly. Juliet Angus, Amanda Cronin, Karen Loderick-Peace, Juliet Mayhew, Panthea Parker and Nessie Welschinger are all returning, with a new cast photo of […]

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Tom Cruise's BIZARRE New Role Has Hollywood STUNNED

Tom Cruise had to dig deep for his latest starring role — pun intended. “I have never had something that could challenge me in this way, and neither has Alejandro,” Cruise said, about starring in “Digger,” the black comedy from two-time Academy Award-winning director Alejandro González Iñárritu. Described as “a comedy of catastrophic proportions,” the […]

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Why De Niro Is Returning to Rome After 50 YEARS

Robert De Niro is jetting into Rome to be on hand Monday to introduce the restored version of Bernardo Bertolucci’s “Novecento,” marking the 50th anniversary of the historical epic shot in 1976. Besides De Niro, the film’s stellar cast also comprised Gérard Depardieu, Burt Lancaster, Dominique Sanda and Donald Sutherland. The special two-part screening, being […]

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Broadway's Rising Star GONE at 44—What We're Only Now LEARNING

Josh Grisetti, who appeared in the Broadway musical “Something Rotten” and Prime Video’s “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel,” died July 10. He was 44. Broadway actor Rob McClure, who starred in “Something Rotten” with Grisetti, announced his friend’s death on Instagram Sunday night. “It is with a shattered heart that I share that the brilliant Josh […]

The Asian Streaming Platform That Just EXPLODED With 130% Growth

iQIYI International’s global viewership rose 130% year-on-year in the first half of 2026, the streaming platform said in a report, crediting a dual-engine strategy that pairs premium Chinese dramas with fast-paced microdramas. All 10 titles on iQIYI International’s top Chinese drama chart for the period were produced in-house, spanning historical epics, contemporary romance and coming-of-age […]

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Why Spielberg Is Saying Goodbye to His JURASSIC PARK Star

Steven Spielberg has paid tribute to his “Jurassic Park” star Sam Neill, who died on Monday at the age of 78. In a statement to Variety, the director said he was “saddened” by the news of Neill’s death. “I owe a debt of gratitude to Roger Donaldson, Gilliam Armstrong, Graham Baker and Phillip Noyce for […]

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Why Hollywood Is Mourning the Man Who Made DINOSAURS Feel Real

Laura Dern has penned an emotional tribute to her “Jurassic Park” and “Jurassic World Dominion” co-star Sam Neill, saying: “I will love you forever, Dr. Alan Grant.” The news broke on Monday that Neill had died at the age of 78. He was diagnosed with a form of blood cancer in 2022, but revealed earlier […]

Why Andy Serkis Says Americans Are OUTRAGED Over His New Movie

Andy Serkis is currently in New Zealand taking on orcs, wizards, elves and boney-fingered ring fanciers in one of the highest profile films now in production: “The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum.” Serkis’ grand return to the franchise — due for release by Warner Bros. at the end of 2027, just shy of […]

Marc Maron and Ilana Glazer Are Coming to New York — Here's When

The New York Comedy Festival has announced the headliners for its 2026 edition, taking place Nov. 6 through Nov. 15 across all five boroughs. Marc Maron, Ilana Glazer, Sarah Sherman, Adam Friedland, Ms. Pat, Daniel Sloss, Ziwe, Patti Harrison and more are set to perform at the annual fest. Headliners also include Jordan Jensen, Jordan […]

The Angelina Jolie Film Starring Salma Hayek That Nobody Knew Was Coming

The Angelina Jolie-directed “Without Blood” has been acquired by Brainstorm Media. With a screenplay by Jolie and Alessandro Baricco, “Without Blood” is based on Baricco’s novel of the same name. Starring Salma Hayek Pinault and Demián Bichir with Juan Minujín, the film is set in the aftermath of an unnamed conflict, exploring universal truths about war, trauma, memory and healing. The […]

The Stephen King Classic Getting a TERRIFYING New Makeover

Amazon Prime Video has revealed a first-look at “Carrie,” Mike Flanagan’s TV adaptation of the iconic Stephen King novel. The show was first reported to be in the works in October 2024, with Amazon officially greenlighting it for eight episodes in April 2025. Check out the first look images below. The series is described as […]

The Film Scene EVERYONE Overlooked Is About to Break Out

“Victoria in the Clouds,” starring Berlin best actress winner Paulina García, and “Quemada,” from the producer of 2026 Cannes winner “Forever Your Maternal Animal,” both feature at the 2026 Costa Rica Media Market’s Desde el Centro, a projects showcase that highlights key upcoming titles and on-the-rise companies and the ambitions of one of the youngest […]

The Mother-Daughter Duo Making Their First Film TOGETHER

Renowned Costa Rican actor, playwright and poet Ana Istarú will appear alongside daughter Ardélia Istarú in the latter’s next directorial outing, “Quemada.” Valentina Maurel’s production company Tres Tigres will produce alongside France’s Geko Films and Panama’s Mansa Productora. The project is part of the Desde el Centro showcase at the upcoming Costa Rica Media Market, […]

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Why Allison Russell's New Album Is a JUBILEE Unto Itself

She’s a rainbow… and with a slew of carefully chosen guest artists on her new album, she might also count as a rainbow farmer. The acclaimed singer-songwriter Allison Russell is back with her third solo album, “In the Hour of Chaos,” featuring her Rainbow Coalition band and leading off with a song titled “Rainbows,” reflecting […]

Rhett & Link's Mythical Promotes Jacob Moncrief to President

Mythical, the entertainment company founded by top YouTube creators and talk-show hosts Rhett McLaughlin and Link Neal, promoted Jacob Moncrief to president, overseeing all aspects of the business. Moncrief, who most recently served as chief operating officer, will lead the Mythical business as the company continues to expand across content, commerce, partnerships and distribution. He […]

Billie Joe Armstrong Just Launched the Amp That Could Revive DOOKIE Era

Billie Joe Armstrong is turning one of punk rock’s most recognizable guitar sounds into a signature Marshall amplifier. Marshall has unveiled the 1959BJA Artist Signature, a handwired, 100-watt amp developed with the Green Day frontman and modeled in part on the guitar tone heard during the band’s “Dookie” era. The release marks Marshall’s first artist-signature […]

NowThis Names Georgie Guinane to Lead Its L.A. STUDIO

NowThis, the digital-first and social news outlet that targets Gen Z audiences, has hired producer Georgie Guinane as head of studio, L.A. In the new role, Guinane will lead NowThis’ Los Angeles studio, in charge of the company’s slate of original digital series. She reports directly to editor in chief Michael Vito Valentino. Guinane joins […]

The 'Dance Moms' Parody Musical Adding a TITANÍQUE Mastermind

Tye Blue, director and co-creator of the Tony-winning “Titaníque,” has joined the creative team of “The Pyramid: An Unauthorized ‘Dance Moms’ Musical”, a new parody written by longtime “Dance Moms” fans James Stryska, Isabel Grace, Erica Molfetto and Molly Russo. The original musical is being led by lead producer Logan Clark, whose career spans more […]

Why Al Pacino Just Agreed to Judge This Film Festival

Al Pacino is returning to the Lee Strasberg Theatre & Film Institute as the lead juror for the Lee Strasberg Film Festival (LSFF) this November. Pacino, who studied method acting under Strasberg, will lead a jury of actors and filmmakers, evaluating independent films and performances for the 10th edition of the festival. Also serving on […]

Netflix's New Competition Show With a $2 MILLION Prize Revealed

“Monopoly” is about to get a lot more realistic. Netflix announced it is now casting for the new competition series based on the world of “Monopoly,” where contestants have the chance to win $2 million. Competing on a life-sized Monopoly Town Square, 12 players will use strategy, alliance and dealmaking to take home the prize. […]

The Hong Kong Producer Behind 'Infernal Affairs' Who Just Passed at 75

Shi Nansun, the Hong Kong producer and executive who co-founded Film Workshop and helped establish international distribution networks for Chinese-language cinema, died Monday at Hong Kong Sanatorium & Hospital. She was 75. In a statement, Film Workshop said Shi had been in declining health since 2022 due to complications affecting her immune system, and that […]

The 'My So-Called Life' Creator About to Be HONORED at the Humanitas Prizes

“My So-Called Life” creator and “Wicked” writer Winnie Holzman has been tapped to receive Humanitas’s Kieser Award, while writer/comedian Ashley Nicole Black has been named host of this year’s Humanitas Prizes Award Show & Toast, the org announced Monday. Also on Monday, Humanitas announced the nominees for this year’s ten Humanitas Prizes, and revealed that […]

The Collectible Singing Dolls From 'KPop Demon Hunters' You Can Buy NOW

Mattel has launched a wave of new “Kpop Demon Hunters” merch after being announced as the franchise’s official toy licensee, alongside Hasbro, earlier this year. The new launch includes seven collectible figures of the the film’s Huntr/x members, including singing dolls of Mira, Zoey and Rumi that play “Golden.” The other figures in the lineup […]

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The KIDNAPPER Who Nearly Snatched a Child Star From Set

“The Last of Us” voice actor Ashley Johnson got her start in Hollywood as a child actor, playing the role of Chrissy Seaver on the final two seasons of ABC’s sitcom “Growing Pains” from 1990 to 1992. On a recent episode of her “Weird Kids” podcast, Johnson revealed she was once nearly abducted by a […]

Why 'Moana' Marks a Disney MISSTEP According to Industry Insiders

On today’s episode of “Daily Variety” podcast, in our weekly Box Office segment, Variety‘s Rebecca Rubin unpacks what went wrong with Disney’s “Moana” live-action remake. And Jon Erwin, the filmmaker behind “Young Washington,” explains how his Wonder Project banner is making indie theatrical films work as a business. The box office dynamic around “Moana” seems to […]

'Top Chef' Winner Rhoda Magbitang Signs With Buchwald and LTPR+

“Top Chef” winner Rhoda Magbitang has signed with Buchwald and Leigh Taylor Public Relations+ Talent Management for representation. Magbitang is best known for winning Season 23 of Bravo’s “Top Chef.” She’s currently completing her culinary residency at Mauna Lani following her win, which features a series of intimate dinners hosted by Magbitang from June through […]

'Hotel Transylvania 5' Sets October 2027 Release Date

A fifth “Hotel Transylvania” film, titled “The Haunting of Hotel Transylvania”, is coming to theaters on Oct. 8. Sony Pictures is set to distribute the film in North America, while Amazon MGM Studios will oversee international distribution. Jennifer Kluska and Alan Hawkins are on board to direct the fifth film with Lawrence Jonas producing, and […]

Why Broadway's Wildest Show Is ENDING This August

Rave reviews, decent ticket sales and some Tony Awards love aren’t enough to keep “Cats: The Jellicle Ball” from ending its Broadway run early. The musical revival of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s “Cats,” will play its final show at the Broadhurst Theatre on Saturday evening, Aug. 8. It began preview performances roughly five months ago on […]

Hudson Williams Just CONFRONTED Fans Who Followed Him Home

“Heated Rivalry” star Hudson Williams told off a group of fans who followed him to a private residence in Paris for an autograph. The confrontation was captured in a now viral video shared on social media on Monday. As Williams stepped out of a car, someone handed him pictures and asked for his signature. Williams, […]

The Daytime Emmy Nominations That Could SHAKE Television

The 53rd annual Daytime Emmy nominations announcement is underway. Among early nominees: Recently ended talkers “The Kelly Clarkson Show” (recognized for talk series and talk host) and “Sherri” (with a nod for talk host). The Daytime Emmys, administered by the New York-based National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences, recognize daytime dramas, talk series, entertainment […]

The Jurassic Park Star Who INSPIRED a Generation Won't See Tomorrow

SITGES, SPAIN – OCTOBER 11: Actor Sam Neill attends a press conference during day 9 of the 52nd edition of the Sitges Fantastic Film Festival on October 11, 2019 in Sitges, Spain. (Photo by Borja B. Hojas/Getty Images) Actor Sam O’Neill has died suddenly and unexpectedly at the age of 78, his family announced. O’Neill has been treated for the past 4 years for angioimmunoblastic T-cell lymphoma, a rare fast-growing type of blood cancer. No cause of death has been released, but O’Neill’s famil

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The Yellowstone Encounter That Launched a Tourist 8 Feet in the AIR

Bull bison tosses Yellowstone tourist 8ft in air, with run-in caught on video  The Guardian In Terrifying Seconds, a Bison Charges Campers at Yellowstone  The New York Times Tourist Seriously Injured After Yellowstone Bison Launches Man 8 Feet In The Air  Cowboy State Daily Grandfather hospitalized after bison charge sends him flying 8 feet at Yellowstone  NBC News VIDEO: Grandfather seriously injured after being tossed 8 feet in the air by Yellowstone bull bison  Cap City News

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The TERRIFYING Seconds Before a Bison Turned on Yellowstone CAMPERS

In Terrifying Seconds, a Bison Charges Campers at Yellowstone  The New York Times Bull bison tosses Yellowstone tourist 8ft in air, with run-in caught on video  The Guardian Behind the viral video: Photographer describes Yellowstone bison attack  KTVQ Tourist Seriously Injured After Yellowstone Bison Launches Man 8 Feet In The Air  Cowboy State Daily Grandfather hospitalized after bison charge sends him flying 8 feet at Yellowstone  NBC News

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The Family TRAGEDY That Left Five Dead in Southern Illinois

Shooting in Southern Illinois Leaves 5 Family Members Dead  The New York Times Family targeted in East St. Louis mass shooting – 5 dead, 2 wounded  FOX 2 Five family members killed in East St. Louis in 'targeted mass shooting'  STLtoday.com 5 dead, 2 injured in 'targeted' family shooting in East St. Louis  KSDK 5 killed in mass shooting in East St. Louis, 2 critically injured  KY3

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The 125 Objects That Shaped EVERYTHING You See Around You

From the pillow that determines whether a night is restful or not, to the mug that keeps the coffee from burning your hands, the streets and transit systems that get you to work, and the city you inhabit—everything is design. And no one understands that more than the Cooper Hewitt. As the only American museum devoted exclusively to historical and contemporary design, the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum has collected more than 200,000 designs spanning from physical objects and prototypes