Monday, May 4, 2026

The ChatGPT Trick That Could HALVE Your Daily Busywork

If you’re still copy-pasting the same formatting requests or resorting to “write this like a professional” prompts every single time you open ChatGPT, you’re working too hard. There’s an essential feature buried in the Settings menu called Custom Instructions. In short, it lets you set permanent preferences so you don’t repeat prompts. Think of it as a set of persistent filters. Instead of reminding ChatGPT that you hate long-winded intros or that you need everything delivered in a clean table,

Why Millions Are Now Trusting AI With Their DEEPEST Mental Health Secrets

People are using AI for mental health advice. Most do so impulsively. Latest trend is to also schedule AI appointments. An AI Insider analysis and scoop.

America's Satellite Revolution Is Just BEGINNING

A new generation of satellite startups in San Francisco is racing to capitalize on recent technological breakthroughs in space-based data collection and communications.

Why This AI Pioneer Is Betting on the BORING Stuff

The portfolio he has assembled since 2019 is dotted with technologies that have become more widely interesting to VCs over the last year:

The Technology That Could REPLACE Your Phone's Camera

A sensor that can simultaneously capture depth and image data has long been a "holy grail," Ouster CEO Angus Pacala told TechCrunch.

The AI Chipmaker Betting $3.5 Billion It Can DISRUPT the Market

The share sale could give the company a valuation of up to $24.5 billion, compared with $23 billion as of February.

The Gaming Giant's Next BOLD Move in an Industry in Flux

Consolidation is all the rage in the video game world these days. In the past year, Ubisoft created a new gaming subsidiary with Chinese tech giant Tencent, while Electronic Arts announced a $55 billion deal led by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund that will take the company private. An industry that, just a decade ago, included more than a dozen publicly traded game makers now has only a handful left. Take-Two Interactive Software has managed to remain independent while rivals, including Ac

How NYC's Subway Chaos Just Became UNEXPECTED Art

New York City is notoriously loud. Cabs honking everywhere, thousands of people flocking to the streets at all hours, and cars blasting music for all to hear. But while some of us hear only noise, others hear music. Joshua Wolk is one of those people. The designer is the creative mind behind Train Jazz, which turns the rhythm of NYC’s subway into an interactive musical website. Train Jazz started when Wolk came across New York City’s open repository of transit data. He first created a soundles

Meta Faces BILLION-DOLLAR Consequences in Unexpected Public Nuisance Case

Meta is back in a Santa Fe courthouse in a child safety case that could determine whether the company is a public nuisance.

AI Is WIPING OUT Entry-Level Jobs—But There's a Way to Survive It

Not long ago, I was speaking at an event when a recent college graduate approached me. He’d studied neuroscience and, like a lot of STEM generalists, had set his sights on consulting—firms, like Deloitte or Accenture, that have long hired armies of junior associates for data gathering and analysis. He’d earned top grades at a great school. But all of his outreach—his informational interviews, his applications and follow-ups—had come to nothing. His story is not unusual. If entry-level consulting

How Whatnot Goes Beyond the Basics to Build TRUE Consumer Focus

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.  On any given workday, you might find Whatnot employees hawking trading cards, apparel, or other items on the digit

Toyota's $10 Billion Private UTOPIA: Inside the Mystery

Woven City is a privacy nightmare but could be helpful to an OEM desperate to be more.

DoorDash Just Automated Something Restaurants Dreaded DOING

DoorDash on Monday added new AI-powered tools that let merchants speed up onboarding, edit photos to make dishes look better, and create new websites from existing content.

Homebridge 2.0 Just Spoke the Language Your Smart Home NEEDED

Homebridge, the popular software solution that allows you to integrate non-HomeKit devices like Ring cameras into Apple Home, is adding support for the Matter smart home standard. Today, May 4th, Homebridge 2.0, which has been in beta for over three years, officially launches. Along with other improvements, the update brings the "initial groundwork for Matter support," according to a post on the r/homebridge subreddit from NorthernMan5, one of the GitHub core maintainers. The update enables Home

This Plastic Crystal Could REVOLUTIONIZE How You Eat

Barocal might have discovered a cheap, nonpolluting material that could dethrone today's refrigeration technology.

Hisense Just Slashed Prices on Its Premium TV—Here's WHY

Hisense didn’t wait to reduce the UR9’s price by over 40 percent. | Photo: John Higgins / The Verge The Hisense UR9 - the first RGB LED TV to be released this year - is now available for much less than originally revealed. The 65-inch UR9 is now $1,999, while the 75-inch model is $2,999 and the 85-inch is $3,999. (There's no updated price yet for the 100-inch.) That's between $1,500 and $2,000 off, depending on size. When I reviewed the UR9, my biggest issue was its price. At $3,500 for a 65-i

The Text Message That Could REWRITE Silicon Valley's Biggest Legal Battle

Elon Musk co-founded OpenAI in 2015 and sued the company, President Greg Brockman and CEO Sam Altman in 2024.

EA Sports Just Landed a MASSIVE Deal That Changes Gaming Rewards Forever

Video game publishing giant Electronic Arts has set a multiyear deal with Visa for in-game rewards and experiences and real-life activations for its “EA Sports FC” and “EA Sports College Football” franchises. “EA Sports” will develop tailored content and immersive experiences for the partnership, which EA and Visa says will “feel organic, premium and contextually […]

The Technology That Could Make Your Face ID COMPLETELY INVISIBLE

Metalenz’s Polar ID face-scanning technology works even when the camera is hidden under the display.

TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 Passes: 50% OFF Second Ticket This Week Only

The BOGO offer is live. For a limited time, buy one pass to TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 and get 50% off a second of the same ticket type. Offer ends this Friday, May 8. Save here.

Uber's CEO Reveals the UNCOMFORTABLE Truth About AI and Jobs

Today, I’m talking with Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi. It’s become something of an annual tradition to have Dara join us in the studio when he comes to New York for Uber’s big GO-GET event every year, and it’s always a lot of fun. The big news this year is that Dara is really starting to think about Uber as a much larger platform for travel — starting with the ability to book hotels in the Uber app, thanks to a partnership with Expedia. There’s also new services, like being able to have coffee and

Healthcare Websites Were Secretly Selling Your PERSONAL Data to Ad Companies

Virginia and Washington D.C. paused the data collection and sharing, after Bloomberg's investigation found their health insurance marketplaces were sharing users' information with advertisers.

Apple's Latest Move Hints at a MASSIVE AI Acquisition Coming Soon

With Apple officially retiring its net-cash-neutral target, some suspect the company will look to conduct more transformative M&A, beyond the smaller deals it made in the past.

Amazon Just OPENED Its Logistics Network to Everyone — Here's Why That MATTERS

The new service, called Amazon Supply Chain Services, pits the e-commerce giant directly against UPS and FedEx.

Tesla Crossed the Line. Now Comes the HARD Part

Tesla has reached the threshold Musk once said would be required to achieve “safe unsupervised self-driving,” but the company still faces various hurdles.

As X Crumbles, New Platform Emerges to Give Creators BACK Control

Acorn lets organizations build and run their own online communities using decentralized tech, with custom feeds, moderation, and analytics tools.

Amazon's Secret Weapon: Turning Shipping Into the Next AWS EMPIRE

Amazon might have a part in delivering all kinds of stuff to your door soon, as its massive shipping network opens up to other companies outside its marketplace, more directly competing with giants like DHL, UPS, and FedEx. The new Amazon Supply Chain Services (ASCS) will offer freight, distribution, fulfillment, and parcel shipping to businesses "of all types and sizes," including Protcor & Gamble, 3M, Lands' End, and American Eagle Outfitters. With ASCS, Amazon is betting that other companies

Musk's Explosive Words From Past Lawsuit Now HAUNT Him Again

OpenAI accuses Musk of trying to "coerce" a settlement days before trial started.

Apple's Mac Mini Just Got PRICIER—And Harder to Find

Chip shortages and demand from AI enthusiasts are both playing a part.

Two AI Giants Just Made a SHOCKING Move That Changes Everything

Both Anthropic and OpenAI have partnered with asset managers to more aggressively market their enterprise AI products.

The Texts That Reveal What Happened Between Musk and OpenAI's FOUNDERS

Musk texted OpenAI's president and co-founder saying that he and CEO Sam Altman "will be the most hated men in America."

Chinese Humanoids Are Now OUTPACING American Robots in This Critical Race

In December 2025, the biggest battery maker in the world, CATL, started what it calls the world’s first large-scale deployment of robots in its Luoyang, China factory. Last week, the State Grid Corporation of China began its $1 billion 2026 plan to deploy a humanoid army to maintain its grid autonomously. And just a few days ago, at the other side of the East China Sea, Japan Airlines announced the beginning of a test program of humanoids to carry luggage at airports. While we listen to Elon Mus

Why Musk's Own Expert Just Warned About an AI ARMS RACE

Stuart Russell is a long-time AI researcher who thinks governments need to restrain frontier labs.

Google's Next Flagship Phone Faces CRITICAL Supply Chain Crisis

Google's next round of Pixel phones could be a downgrade compared to the Pixel 10 lineup due to the ongoing RAM shortage. Leaked specs for the Pixel 11 lineup shared by MysticLeaks include a possible starting configuration with only 8GB of RAM, rather than the current 12GB, as Android Headlines reports. According to MysticLeaks, Google may also add a second configuration for the Pixel 11 Pro, Pro XL, and Pro Fold with 12GB of RAM, down from the current 16GB in each model. There will be 16GB con

Roomba's Creator Unveils Furry Robot That Could CHANGE Everything

The first “Familiar” from Colin Angle’s new startup, Familiar Machines & Magic, is a robot that is designed to live in your home and interact autonomously with family members. | Image: Familiar Machines and Magic Colin Angle, the maker of the Roomba and the man who helped put 50 million household robots into people's homes, is back with a new robot. But this one is designed as a companion, not a cleaner. The first robot from Angle's new company, Familiar Machines & Magic, is a dog-sized roboti

AMD's Linux Update Could Resurrect the Steam MACHINE

Fixed Rate Link being added now; Display Stream Compression coming soon.

Wall Street's Biggest Names Just Bet $1.5B on AI's FUTURE

The move marks Anthropic's latest effort to deepen its lead in the market for enterprise AI as competition intensifies with rivals including OpenAI

Thousands of Websites Still VULNERABLE to Ongoing Hacker Campaign

Days after the disclosure of a critical vulnerability in popular web hosting software cPanel and WHM, hackers keep targeting and hacking websites.

Why AI Songwriting Alone Will Never Make You a STAR

The music industry has seen disruption before. Vinyl gave way to cassettes, CDs to Napster, downloads to streaming. Each shift rewired how the music industry distributes and monetizes songs but did not change what music fundamentally is or the fact that humans have always created it. Artificial intelligence doesn’t just change how music moves. It challenges who owns it and who gets paid for it.  The real threat of AI isn’t that it can make songs. It’s that it reveals how fragile the music indust

Crypto Stocks SURGE on Stablecoin Rule BREAKTHROUGH

Crypto-related stocks surged on Monday after news of a deal on a key stablecoin provision in the CLARITY Act, a U.S. crypto bill which has been stalled in Congress for months. The bill establishes a regulatory framework for digital commodities—”defined by the bill as digital assets that rely upon a blockchain for their value”—and would enable the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission to regulate cryptocurrencies. The Senate is planning a crypto mar

This AI Bottleneck Could Make One Company INVALUABLE

GlobalFoundries just introduced a new technology to boost the use of co-packaged optics in AI data centers.

SwitchBot's Smart Button Pusher Gets DEEP Discount

SwitchBot’s Bot Rechargeable can be attached to pretty much anything with a button, including monitors. | Image: SwitchBot If you want to give mom something that helps lighten the load, the SwitchBot Bot Rechargeable makes for a great, inexpensive gift. And now through May 10th, you can buy it for around $26.99 ($7 off) from Amazon and SwitchBot (with code FORHER20) as a part of its ongoing Mother’s Day sale, which drops the gadget to its best price to date. The original, battery-powered Switc

White House Wants to CONTROL What A.I. Companies Release to the Public

The Trump administration, which took a noninterventionist approach to artificial intelligence, is now discussing imposing oversight on A.I. models before they are made publicly available.

Katie Haun Just Raised $1B for Venture Funds — Here's Why It MATTERS

Katie Haun announced on Monday that $1 billion has been raised across new funds to continue the firm’s thesis of backing crypto and blockchain startups.

The White House Wants to VET Every A.I. Model Before Launch

White House Considers Vetting A.I. Models Before They Are Released  The New York Times White House May Review New AI Models Before Public Release, Report Says  Forbes White House Eyes Vetting AI Models Before Release, NY Times Says  Bloomberg.com What Happens if Trump Seizes AI Companies  The Atlantic A.I. Is a National Security Risk. We Aren’t Doing Nearly Enough.  The Foundation for American Innovation

Image A.I. Is Now DOMINATING App Growth Over ChatGPT

Appfigures finds visual model launches generate 6.5x more downloads — but most don’t convert that spike into revenue.

The Best Smart Locks of 2026 for Every Entry Point

Upgrade your locks with fingerprint-scanning or a keypad, whether it’s at the front door or a sliding glass entryway.

What Palantir Just Revealed About AI's REAL Future

Palantir earnings beat expectations on the heels of explosive demand in the company’s core U.S. market.

Elon Musk's Long Legal Battle With SEC Finally ENDS—Here's the Deal

The SEC and Elon Musk agreed to settle a lawsuit filed by the regulator last year against the world's richest person.

How Elon Musk Got Away With a TINY Settlement in Major Legal Battle

A proposed settlement with U.S. regulators would have Musk pay just $1.5 million. He was accused of cheating investors out of $150 million.

Sony's $7.85 Million PlayStation SETTLEMENT: What Players Need to Know

Are you eligible for a payout? Probably, but it might take a while and will likely be pretty small.

AMD Stock Surges, But One Analyst Sees a HIDDEN Problem Emerging

AMD may not be able to sufficiently capture CPU upside because it doesn’t manufacture its own chips, an analyst says.

Skylight's Smart Calendar Just Hit Its LOWEST Price Ever

Skylight’s color-coded smart calendar supports two-way syncing with Google Calendar, Microsoft Outlook, and Apple’s iCloud calendar, among others. | Image: Skylight When you’re juggling more than just your own calendar, staying organized can be overwhelming. Fortunately, the Skylight Calendar 2 can help simplify things by syncing multiple calendars in a single spot. And right now, it’s on sale for a new low of $249.99 ($50 off) at both Amazon and Walmart, which is actually $10 less than the sa

Why Musk's Federal Lawsuit Settlement Amount Will SHOCK You

Last year, the SEC sued Elon Musk over the way his acquisition of Twitter (now X, and a part of SpaceX) started, and today it announced a settlement that looks like a massive bargain, while Musk's own lawsuit against Sam . A week before the Trump administration took over, the department alleged that by not disclosing he'd purchased more than $500 million in Twitter stock on time, Musk underpaid by at least $150 million, and cost other investors money. Now, as reported by Reuters, the SEC has add

OpenAI's Secret Weapon Is About to Go PUBLIC in Massive Way

AI chip maker Cerebras is heading for a blockbuster IPO that could value it at $26.6 billion or more. It's relationship with OpenAI is deep and rich.

OpenAI's Sales Leader Just Left for a Role That SIGNALS Major Shifts

James Dyett joined OpenAI in 2023, shortly after the company underwent a period of explosive growth with the launch of its ChatGPT chatbot.

A Severe Linux Bug Just Put Millions of Servers at RISK

U.S. cybersecurity agency CISA says the CopyFail bug is being actively used in hacking campaigns, and poses a major risk to servers and data centers that rely on Linux.

Why One OpenAI Executive Is Defending a $30B FORTUNE He Built

OpenAI’s cofounder and president revealed in federal court on Monday that he’s one of the largest individual stakeholders in the AI lab.

GameStop Eyes MASSIVE Acquisition to Reclaim Market Dominance

GameStop is reportedly interesting in buying eBay, which has done a better job of adapting to changing consumer preferences.

Berkshire's New Leader Signals CONTINUITY After Buffett Era

New CEO Greg Abel did most of the talking at his first Berkshire Hathaway shareholders meeting, but Warren Buffett was still a major presence.

Jet Fuel Crisis Could DEVASTATE Your Summer Travel Plans

What impact might shortages have on our summer holidays - and what could be done about it?

Social Security's STAGGERING Underperformance Exposed in New Analysis

“I do better than many citizens because I’ve contributed at the highest level.”

South Korean Stocks Hit RECORD High in Historic April Rally

Asia markets were set to open mixed Monday as investors assess news of President Donald Trump's plan to "free" ships stranded in the Strait of Hormuz.

Gas Prices SURGE Over 30 Cents—How Much Higher Will They Go?

U.S. gas prices were nearly $3 an average prior to the start of the war in Iran.

GameStop's Stunning $55.5B Bid Could RESHAPE E-Commerce

GameStop's boss Ryan Cohen says he sees potential to make eBay a much bigger rival to Amazon.

Oil Prices Edge Down While Stock Futures Inch Up

Oil prices fell and futures on the S&P 500 rose slightly on Sunday as investors reacted to continued uncertainty about the war in Iran.

GameStop's Shocking $56 Billion Gambit Could UPEND E-Commerce

GameStop made a takeover bid for eBay, offering $125 per share in a cash-and-stock deal that values the e-commerce platform at roughly $55.5 billion.

TikToker's Unlikely Crusade to RESURRECT Collapsed Spirit Airlines

Within hours he'd thrown up a website — a janky, one-hour job, by his own admission — and by Sunday, 36,000 "founding patrons" had pledged nearly $23 million, crashing his servers in the process.

An Empty Car Park Reveals Britain's Hidden DEBT Crisis

The BBC has been speaking to people living in one of England's poorest communities.

GameStop Just Made a SHOCKING $56 Billion Move Against eBay

Meme Stock GameStop Pitches $56 Billion Takeover of eBay  Bloomberg.com Meme stock GameStop makes $56 billion bid for eBay in bid to rival Amazon  CNBC GameStop makes $55.5bn takeover offer for eBay  BBC GameStop's CEO unleashed a flood of good memes with his eBay offer  Business Insider GameStop Offers to Buy eBay for $56 Billion  WSJ

Trump's Auto Tariffs Just UPENDED European Market Opening

European markets are expected to start the new trading week in negative territory, as investors watched Middle East developments.

India's Energy Crisis Forces DESPERATE Coal Expansion Amid Regional Tensions

India, the world's third-largest emitter of carbon dioxide, is burning more coal as demand for power rises, most of which is coal-fired.

When Your Company Outgrows YOU—Here's What to Do

Most founders believe their job is to stay deeply involved as their company grows. But that instinct often becomes the very thing that holds the business back.  As companies scale, what once made them successful—founder-led decision-making, strong creative direction, tight control—can start to create bottlenecks. Teams can’t become truly autonomous, leadership layers struggle to emerge and the organization remains tied to the founder’s perspective instead of evolving beyond it. I saw this firsth

Trump's BOLD Move Could Reshape Global Oil Markets Overnight

The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations agency said Monday that a tanker was hit by projectiles north of the city of of Fujairah in the United Arab Emirates.

Why Corporate America Just Hit PAUSE on Investing

Berkshire Hathaway has added to a giant pile of cash, and sending a message for investors to be patient.

The Loophole Letting Billionaires DODGE California's Wealth Tax

California’s billionaire tax has sparked an exodus of some of the state’s wealthiest residents. But for those who remain, there is one loophole that could help them to save millions.

Why This 54-Year Worker REJECTED Waiting for Social Security

The Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget published a paper suggesting capping Social Security at $100,000 for a married couple.

Why Imposter Syndrome Might Be HOLDING You Back

Bozoma Saint John shares her approach to leadership, emphasizing curiosity as a driving force behind growth, confidence, and long-term success

Why Millions Still REFUSE to Listen to Podcasts

Although podcasting has experienced rapid growth in the last five years, there are still holdouts to the podcasting experience. Here are five reasons why.

How World Cup Marketing Just SHIFTED $10.5 Billion in Brand Strategy

World Cup beverage marketing is reshaping how brands reach fans, drive ROI and turn the 2026 FIFA World Cup into a $10.5 Billion global growth opportunity.

Why Wall Street Is Suddenly Questioning the Fed's Independence

Fed chair nominee Kevin Warsh is putting his own spin on the independence of monetary policy. Many former Fed officials aren't sold.

The Career Advice Mark Cuban Considers 'CRUCIAL' for His Daughter

In a recent episode of the Big Technology Podcast, Mark Cuban shared what he would do if he was a soon-to-be college grad on the job hunt in the current turbulent market. Cuban said young professionals shouldn’t look to big companies—which have already put a pause on hiring entry-level roles, especially for software engineers and programmers. Instead, he said, they should shift their focus to outsourcing their AI skills to smaller-scale companies. “If I was graduating today, or if I was a 16-yea

Markets Signal STAGFLATION Is Coming—Here's What Happens Next

Citi’s team of quantitative analysts have studied the market and say, it’s beginning to smell like stagflation.

Spirit Airlines' Final GOODBYE: What Went Wrong

Spirit Airlines ceased operations overnight after a failed government bailout.

Student Loan Market EXPANDS With New Federal Changes

After new federal student loan limits go into effect in July, more borrowers will turn to private lenders. Consumer advocates say that comes with risks.

Buffett's Successor Just Proved He's Ready for the JOB

Many in the investment community were reassured by Abel's firm grasp over Berkshire's sprawling enterprise.

GameStop Just Made a SHOCKING Move Against eBay

GameStop makes $55.5bn takeover offer for eBay  The Guardian GameStop Offers to Buy eBay for $56 Billion  WSJ Shares of eBay take off on a $56 billion buyout bid from GameStop's Ryan Cohen  NBC News EBay soars as Ryan Cohen says GameStop could issue stock to pay for takeover of much bigger retailer  CNBC GameStop stock falls after company proposes $56 billion deal for eBay  Yahoo Finance

Spirit Airlines Just Left Thousands of Passengers With This CHOICE

After months of uncertainty, the long-struggling Spirit Airlines has permanently ceased operations. Now the low-cost U.S. carrier will begin liquidating its assets to repay its creditors as much as possible—a process that is expected to take months. However, its customers have more immediate issues: figuring out what to do now if they had upcoming Spirit flights booked or had other ongoing dealings with the airline. Here’s what they need to know. What’s happened? On Saturday, May 2, Spirit Avia

Bitcoin Just Shattered a Barrier — But Can It SURVIVE What Comes Next?

Analysts say bitcoin needs to hold on to at least $79,500 to drive a meaningful push higher.

The World's BIGGEST Industry Is Facing an Existential Crisis — Here's Why

This week’s Current Climate newsletter also looks at mining copper with AI-powered robots and using weed-killing lasers instead of chemicals for healthier farming

GameStop Just Made a SHOCKING $56 Billion Play That Could Reshape E-Commerce

GameStop has made an offer to acquire eBay for $56 billion, which comes as part of GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen's plan to transform the online marketplace into a "legit competitor to Amazon," he tells The Wall Street Journal. In an announcement on Monday, eBay says it will "carefully review" the unsolicited proposal, adding that it had "no discussions with or outreach from GameStop" before receiving the bid. GameStop says it will fund the acquisition using $9.4 billion on the company's balance sheet

The AI Boom is SOARING — But One Crack Could Trigger a Market COLLAPSE

Earnings have dazzled in Q1, but continued upward revisions to 2026 outlooks have been highly concentrated.

EV Drivers Are Celebrating While Gas Prices Hit a PAINFUL $4 Per Gallon

Electric-vehicle drivers are taking a victory lap as the war in Iran has slowed global oil supplies and pushed up the cost of gasoline.

The One CRITICAL Mistake That Just Destroyed Spirit Airlines

Spirit has canceled all future flights and is immediately shutting down.

GameStop Just Made a SHOCKING $56 Billion Move That Nobody Saw Coming

Shares of online retail giant eBay were up more than 4% Monday after GameStop, the video-game and fandom-culture retailer, launched an unsolicited $56 billion takeover bid. On Sunday, GameStop announced that it submitted a nonbinding proposal to acquire 100% of eBay for $125.00 per share (comprising 50% cash and 50% GameStop common stock) — valuing […]

New Grads Are About to Get a BRUTAL Reality Check on Salaries

Amid a challenging labor market for those just starting out, new job seekers will likely have to recalibrate their earnings potential.

This One Simple Habit Could ADD $500K to Your Retirement

The S&P 500 just banked its best month since 2020 — but to keep those gains, stop celebrating and focus long-term.

Bret Taylor's AI Startup Just Raised a STAGGERING Sum

Sierra's $950 million Series E funding round was led by Tiger and Google's GV, with participation from Benchmark, Sequoia, Greenoaks and others.

Crypto's Biggest Win: Why This Stablecoin Just SURGED 16%

Lawmakers over the weekend reached a compromise on the market structure bill known as the CLARITY Act that keeps stablecoin reward programs intact.

2026 Media Forecast: Which Brands Have the Strongest MOAT?

At Possible 2026, I heard a handful of recurring themes about how to build, sustain – and explain – how to deepen and widen your media and marketing business moat.

Trump's Crypto Firm Just Escalated Its Battle in a STUNNING Way

The Trump family's cryptocurrency venture, World Liberty Financial, has filed a defamation suit against Chinese crypto mogul Justin Sun, escalating an ongoing feud.

These 2 Stocks Could DOMINATE the AI Data Center Boom, Cramer Says

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

Spirit Airlines' Collapse Will RESHAPE the Airline Industry Forever

Spirit Airlines' collapse will give some carriers more pricing power as they race to capture Spirit's customers.

These Investors Just Chose Affordable Housing Over PROFITS

Local governments are trying to create housing that is permanently affordable by investing directly in construction. They are rewriting how housing programs have traditionally operated.

Amazon's Bold Move Just DEVASTATED Shipping Giant Stocks

UPS and FedEx stocks sank Monday after Amazon announced it was opening up its supply chain network to outside companies.

How Micron Climbed Into America's Elite Corporate RANKS

At the start of last year, Micron wasn’t even among the top 100 U.S. companies. Its fortunes have changed dramatically since then.

The RETIREMENT Shock Nobody's Talking About

America’s older population is expected to expand in the coming years. That will change how we work, save and live.

Critical Strait Standoff Has Shipping Companies SCRAMBLING for Answers

The U.S. vowed to help tankers navigate the perilous conditions that have kept them stranded in the Persian Gulf, but it remained unclear if companies would try to get out.

Before You Touch Your 401(k), Know These CRITICAL Questions

Money coaches tell you how to move past the stigma and decide if tapping your retirement fund is rational or reactive.

Your Manager's REAL Job Has Nothing to Do With Yoga

You might remember ZenBooths—Amazon’s contribution to corporate well-being. These were booths installed in the middle of warehouses, equipped with a fan, a potted plant, and a monitor playing meditation videos. The company called them mindful practice rooms. Employees called them despair chambers. The internet called them coffins for workers—workers who, incidentally, didn’t even have time to use the bathroom because of crushing productivity demands. ZenBooths are, I think, a fitting metaphor fo

Fed Rate Hikes Could SHOCK Markets Before Year's End

The U.S. bond market is increasingly concerned that accelerating inflation could pressure the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates to try and tamp down price pressures — even as U.S. stocks continued to trade near record highs on Monday.

Novo Nordisk's Pill Strategy THREATENS Eli Lilly's GLP-1 Dominance

Early signs from the launch of Novo Nordisk's Wegovy pill and Eli Lilly & Co.'s Foundayo are making investors rethink the opportunity for GLP-1 pills.

Options Trade UNDERPINS GameStop's Audacious eBay Takeover Bid

GameStop’s activist bid for eBay pairs a takeover with an options trade that could work whether or not the deal goes through.

GameStop's AUDACIOUS $56B eBay play has Wall Street asking one question

While eBay shares are rising, Wall Street is questioning the financial engineering that would be required for GameStop to acquire a company nearly three times its size.

Chinese Carmaker Geely Is Quietly INFILTRATING the American Market

Chinese company Zhejiang Geely Holding Group has big investments in three automakers already doing business in the U.S.

Spirit Airlines Rewards Are Evaporating — Here's Where to Transfer Yours

Loyal customers who amassed thousands of points through flight purchases and credit-card swipes might not see a penny in compensation for their accumulated rewards.

Home Depot's New Ad Platform Could TRANSFORM How Retailers Target Shoppers

Orange Apron Media, The Home Depot’s retail media network, announced new partnerships, product innovations and advertiser education opportunities at it annual InFront meeting.

This Data Company's Growth Rate Just OBLITERATED Wall Street Expectations

Palantir reported better-than-expected revenue and profit, driven by growth in sales to U.S. government agencies.

Beef Prices Hit Record Levels—The DOJ Wants to Know WHY

The summer grilling season, smaller cattle herds, droughts, wildfires, processing-plant closures and other supply disruptions have helped push meat prices to record highs this year. Now, the U.S. government is investigating whether corporate consolidation is also at play.

Wall Street Doubts Cohen's GameStop Can Pull Off MASSIVE eBay Acquisition

Traders on Kalshi and Polymarket give the company just a 25% and 15% chance, respectively, of successfully buying the online marketplace.

A Viral Influencer Wants to Buy Spirit Airlines and Transform It COMPLETELY

Since he was seven years old, voice actor and influencer Hunter Peterson has told people that his biggest dream was to start and run an airline. In the wake of Spirit Airlines’ recent shutdown, he believes his golden opportunity has arrived at last—and the internet appears to agree. On May 2, Spirit Aviation Holdings, Inc., the company that owns Spirit Airlines, announced what it called “an orderly wind-down of operations,” effective immediately—in other words, Spirit is going out of business. T

How Paramount's Streaming Bet Finally PAID OFF Despite TV's Collapse

Paramount Skydance said it added streaming subscribers during the first quarter even as it instituted its first price hike since 2024.

Pinterest Stock EXPLODES After Investors Discover This Hidden STRENGTH

Pinterest cut nearly 15% of the company's workforce and reduced office space in January as it pushes more resources into AI.

Spirit Airlines' CEO Reveals the BRUTAL Truth Behind Its COLLAPSE

Spirit Airlines shut down before dawn on Saturday ending its run as the most famous U.S. discount airline.

Spirit Airlines Is Gone, But Cheap Flights Are HERE to Stay

There’s still a place for low-cost carriers, even if it’s getting tougher for them to compete.

Why This 'Teflon MARKET' Keeps Defying Every Prediction

One Wall Street veteran believes fundamentals remain strong, which should help keep stock prices elevated

New York Times WINS Three Pulitzer Prizes in Journalism Showcase

New York Times Wins 3 Pulitzer Prizes  The New York Times AP, Washington Post, Reuters and Minnesota Star Tribune among Pulitzer winners for 2025 work  AP News Washington Post wins public service Pulitzer for DOGE, federal workforce coverage  The Washington Post Reuters wins two Pulitzer Prizes for national and beat reporting  Reuters Here are the winners of the 2026 Pulitzer Prizes  Poynter

The Hidden Tax Draining Your Wallet Could Soon EXPLODE

As fertilizer costs hit 2026 highs and U.S. farmers cut planting, investors are looking to these stocks to hedge against food scarcity.

This Market Timing Signal Just REVERSED—What It Means Next

There were enough net decliners on the NYSE for Tom McClellan, editor of the McClellan Market Report, to flip to bearish from bullish.

Fast Food Giant's Silent REMOVAL Could Change Everything

The glory days of self-serve fountain drinks at McDonald’s are almost over, and people are not happy. Self-serve soda fountains have been a staple of fast food restaurants like McDonald’s for decades, allowing visiting customers to self-pour, refill, and even customize their order by mixing all available soda options. But as fast food chains look to optimize their operations, not all beloved features are making the cut, and fountains are quietly disappearing. In September 2023, McDonald’s announ

Amazon's Bold Move Against Shipping Giants Could DISRUPT Your Deliveries

FedEx and UPS shares are falling, but one analyst isn’t sure that Amazon’s new service will have a significantly disruptive effect.

One Airline's Collapse Just UPENDED the Travel Industry's Balance

The news isn’t good.

The Woman Behind Gap's EMPIRE Just Passed Away at 94

Doris Fisher, who co-founded the iconic clothing chain The Gap Inc. in 1969 with her late husband Don, has died

Former Trump Ally Rushed to Hospital in CRITICAL Condition

A spokesman for the former mayor of New York City said Mr. Giuliani was critical but stable.

Trump Administration Greenlights Psychedelic BREAKTHROUGH for Veterans

The Trump administration has directed the FDA to fast-track psychedelic therapies like ibogaine to treat PTSD and other mental health disorders. farmer images/Getty Images A sweeping executive order aims to fast-track psychedelic therapies, putting drugs like ibogaine in the national spotlight. The policy expands research funding, accelerates FDA review pathways, and opens access routes for patients with serious mental illness. The executive order explicitly calls out ibogaine therapy, despi

New Evidence Reveals CRITICAL Details About White House Attack

A Times analysis of footage released by the F.B.I. on Thursday night appears to show the assailant shot at a Secret Service officer, who then returned fire.

What Just Happened to Trump's Longtime Ally in a Florida Hospital

Former New York City mayor has been hospitalized in "critical but stable" condition, his spokesman said on Sunday.

Trump's Bold Move to RESHAPE Middle East Shipping Faces Investor Doubt

President Trump offered few details on how the new program, which he called Project Freedom, would work, but said interference would be dealt with “forcefully.”

Trump Reclassifies Medical Cannabis—But Here's the CATCH

Flowers, also known as buds, grow at the top of a mature marijuana plant on a farm owned and operated by Qualla Enterprises, LLC in Cherokee, NC. Image credit: Charlotte Observer/Getty Images An executive order signed by the Trump administration reclassifies medical cannabis as a less dangerous drug. Although this does not legalize cannabis under federal law, it marks a significant shift in policy. The change will provide significant tax breaks for businesses that sell cannabis and ease barr

New Trump Attack Evidence Emerges as Ally Removed From Precautions

Until U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro's comments, prosecutors had not disclosed whose bullet hit the agent.

Trump's Bold Move to REOPEN a Chokepoint That Controls Global Oil

Live updates: Trump says US will start guiding ships through Strait of Hormuz  CNN Oil prices rise in choppy trade as Trump plans to 'free' ships stranded due to Mideast conflict  CNBC U.S. Military Supports Launch of Project Freedom in Strait of Hormuz > U.S. Central Command > Press Release View  centcom.mil Trump skeptical after Iran proposes 14-point peace agreement  Fox News Trump says U.S. Navy will escort ships out of the Strait of Hormuz from Monday  Axios

Trump's Former Lawyer Now in CRITICAL Condition

The long-time champion of Trump and former New York mayor is in hospital, according to his spokesman.

This Week's Elections Will Test Everything—Here's Why

The scale of these elections looks set to vividly expose the breadth of Labour's vulnerabilities, Chris Mason writes.

Man Arrested at Trump's Miami Club for DISORDERLY Conduct

Man arrested at Trump's Miami golf club for disorderly conduct, Secret Service says  CBS News Secret Service arrests man after disturbance at Trump National Doral  KOMO Unruly man nabbed by Secret Service at Trump's Florida golf course a week after WHCD shooting  New York Post Travel Chaos Looms as United Cuts 100+ Flights at Major Airport  The Daily Beast Man arrested at Trump National Doral Golf Club after allegedly making physical contact with Secret Service  Fox News

Trump's Bold Plan to REOPEN a Chokepoint That Could Reshape Global Trade

The United States will launch an effort on Monday to "guide" stranded ships from the Iran-gripped Strait of Hormuz, President Donald Trump said, as two ships around the strait reported attacks.

Trump's Former Lawyer Rushed to Hospital in CRITICAL Condition

President Donald Trump called Rudy Giuliani a "True Warrior, and the Best Mayor in the History of New York City, BY FAR," in a Truth Social post.

Japan's Largest Protest Signals DEEP Resistance to Constitutional OVERHAUL

Japanese leader Sanae Takaichi has called for discussions to revise the constitution, saying it should ‘reflect the demands of the times’ Japan’s prime minister, Sanae Takaichi, has called for “advanced discussions” on revising the pacifist constitution, as large demonstrations were held nationwide to oppose any changes to the country’s supreme law. Speaking during an official visit to Vietnam, Takaichi said the constitution, which was written by US occupation forces after the second world war,

Rudy Giuliani Hospitalized in CRITICAL Condition

The former New York mayor appeared on his online show on Friday and mentioned that his voice was “a little under the weather,” as he was heard coughing several times.

Former NYC Mayor Rudy Giuliani in CRITICAL Condition

Rudy Giuliani in critical condition in hospital  BBC Rudy Giuliani hospitalized, former New York City mayor in critical condition, spokesman says  ABC7 New York Rudy Giuliani hospitalized in critical condition, his spokesman says  Dallas News Former New York Mayor Rudy Giuliani in hospital in critical condition, spokesperson says  CNN Rudy Giuliani hospitalized in critical condition, spokesperson says  6abc Philadelphia

Election Deniers Are Now Running to CONTROL Your Vote

In 23 states, including five presidential swing states, candidates who've denied election results are running for offices that have a direct role in certifying future elections, a new report finds.

Why Wildfire Season Could Turn CATASTROPHIC This Year

Many of the nation's overgrown forests are at high risk of burning. Under the Trump administration, work to reduce flammable vegetation fell by more than a million acres compared to previous years.

How 'Claim Sharks' Exploited Disabled Vets—And What's Changing

The bipartisan bill would block companies from using auto-dialers to harvest private information about disabled veterans. The firms charge vets for a service lawmakers say is supposed to be free.

What Trump's 'Project Freedom' Could TRIGGER in the Middle East

Live updates: Iran warns American forces in Strait of Hormuz will be attacked if US guides ships  CNN US-led task force tells ships to reroute on first day of new effort to reopen Strait of Hormuz  10TV Iran war live: Tehran issues warning after Trump offers US help to ships in Hormuz strait  Reuters Stock Market Today: Oil Rises as Questions Hang Over Plan to Unblock Hormuz  WSJ Iran threatens to attack US ships on Strait of Hormuz escort mission  The Telegraph

How One GOP Lawmaker's Immigration Stand BACKFIRED on Her Family

The situation cost Idaho state Sen. Glenneda Zuiderveld and her husband most of their income and highlights an escalating split in the party.

Why Trump's Homeless Plan Is COLLIDING With Reality in Utah

State lawmakers declined to back a Trump-inspired plan to move 1,300 homeless people to a campus on the edge of Salt Lake City, but supporters are trying to keep the plan’s spirit alive.

How Trump's Plan Could DISPLACE Centuries of Wildlife

The Trump administration is evicting bison herds from federal grasslands in Montana, siding with ranchers and Republican leaders over environmentalists and tribal leaders.

The Vatican Standoff That Just Sent Rubio to Rome

Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s trip will come after President Trump criticized Pope Leo XIV and then turned on Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni for defending the pontiff.

The Federal Worker Fired for DOGE Footage Now Running for Congress

Alexis Goldstein, a former Consumer Financial Protection Bureau employee, was fired this year for recording DOGE’s incursion into the agency.

The Court Ruling That Just Reshaped America's Abortion LANDSCAPE

Plus, the complicated legacy of Spirit Airlines.

Rubio's Rome Visit Signals Attempt to REPAIR Trump's Fractured Vatican Relations

Rubio to Visit Rome, Officials Say, After Trump’s Feud With Pope and Meloni  The New York Times Rubio expected to meet with Pope Leo amid Trump’s clash with pontiff on Iran  washingtonpost.com Marco Rubio to visit Rome, reportedly to ‘thaw’ US relations with Pope and Meloni  The Guardian Rubio Plans Italy Visit After Trump’s Clashes With Meloni, Pope  Bloomberg.com Panicking Trump Flies in Top Goon After Sparking Crisis  The Daily Beast

Reform Party's CONTROVERSIAL Plan to Relocate Migrant Centers

The Green Party has accused Reform of "making abhorrent announcements in attempts to distract voters".

Trump's Plans to Remake Washington Go Far DEEPER Than You Think

Many of the changes Trump wants to make to the White House and the city are facing legal challenges. Some are reversible, while others could reshape the nation's capital for generations to come.

Trump's Secret Plan to Control One of the World's Most DANGEROUS Waterways

What does the operation entail and could it lead to a resumption of hostilities?

Trump Administration Quietly BLOCKS 165 Wind Farms in National Security Standoff

Onshore wind development in the United States is being brought to a standstill.

Trump Says $465K in Savings is RICH — But Experts Disagree

President Donald Trump said savers who build a $465,000 nest egg would be "rich." Whether that's true or not depends on one's perception of wealth.

Trump's Crypto Venture Just Sued a Billionaire for DEFAMATION

The lawsuit comes after Sun sued World Liberty Financial last month.

The Pill That Just DEFIED the Supreme Court's Order

A lower-court ruling had reinstated a Food and Drug Administration requirement that patients visit a health care provider in person to obtain mifepristone.

DHS Secretly Demanded Google Hand Over a Canadian's ENTIRE Digital Life

Using a 1930s trade law, Homeland Security targeted the man—who hasn't entered the US in more than a decade—following posts on X condemning the killings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti.

Court Just Reversed a Pill Ban That Could RESHAPE Abortion Access

Two drugmakers, Danco Laboratories and GenBioPro, over the weekend asked the Supreme Court to restore the ability to order Mifepristone through the mail.

The Supreme Court Just Handed Abortion Pill Access a TEMPORARY Victory

The Supreme Court on Monday issued an administrative stay of a lower court order that had rolled back access to mifepristone nationwide.

The White House Just Posted This Star Wars Tribute to Trump

Is this the way? The White House posted a meme Monday showing President Donald Trump depicted as the hero of Disney’s “The Mandalorian” and the upcoming movie “The Mandalorian and Grogu” — timed, of course, for May the 4th (aka “Star Wars Day”). Trump’s Mandalorian is accompanied by alien child and Jedi trainee Grogu, aka […]

Supreme Court Just Gave Abortion Pill Mifepristone a TEMPORARY Reprieve

The Supreme Court says rules that allow patients to get the abortion pill mifepristone through the mail can stay the same for at least a week.

Rudy Giuliani Fighting for Life in CRITICAL Condition

The former New York mayor, 81, initially was placed on a ventilator but now is breathing on his own, his spokesman said.

The Abortion Pill Returns to SCOTUS in Pivotal Rematch

The Louisiana lawsuit, which seeks to block telehealth prescribing and mailing of the abortion pill mifepristone, has major implications for abortion access nationwide.

Is the Government RAIDING Your Social Security? Here's What You Need to Know

There are many suggestions floating around Washington D.C. on how to fix the program’s imminent funding issues.

Trump Assassination Plot Suspect Told FBI He Wouldn't SURVIVE

Man charged in Trump assassination plot told FBI he didn't think he'd survive, feds say  NBC News Trump attack defendant Cole Allen under harsher jail conditions than Jan. 6 defendants: judge  CNBC Judge Questions Jail’s Treatment of Suspect in Press Gala Shooting  The New York Times Judge compares jail treatment of press dinner gunman to Jan. 6 rioters  CNN Magistrate judge says alleged WHCD attacker being mistreated by DC jail  Politico

Obama Speaks Out on Trump and That RACIST AI Video

In a recent interview with the New Yorker, Barack Obama explained his reaction after an AI video was posted to Donald Trump‘s Truth Social account in February that depicted the former president and first lady, Michelle Obama, as apes. “I don’t take it personally,” Obama said. “I mean, I’m always offended when my wife and kids get dragged into […]

Pirro Moves to Drop Her Fed Powell INVESTIGATION

The U.S. attorney shifted legal strategies in her investigation of Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell just ahead of a deadline.

Why Republicans Are LOSING the Youth Vote Battle

A new national poll of 1,000 young Americans finds deep discontent over the economy and signs of a base problem for Republicans.

Judge Questions Why Correspondents' Dinner Suspect Was on Suicide WATCH

A federal magistrate ordered that the D.C. Department of Corrections explain why it had placed Cole Tomas Allen in especially restrictive conditions.

Canada's New Leader Just Made a BOLD Move Against Trump's Pressure

At a summit of European leaders, the Canadian prime minister was a special guest offering deals and friendship to jittery allies.

Trump Attack Defendant Faces HARSHER Conditions Than January 6 Rioters

Cole Allen is charged with trying to assassinate President Donald Trump at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner at the Washington Hilton Hotel.

After Supreme Court Ruling, New York Democrats Launch AGGRESSIVE Redistricting Push

Democrats are vowing to fight back after the Supreme Court eliminated a majority-Black Louisiana House district, as more states look to redraw maps.

The White House May Soon REGULATE AI Before It Reaches You

A possible executive order may increase oversight of the emerging technology.

Trump Signals Caution on Iran Ceasefire: 'Not Heavy FIRING'

Trump told ABC News Iran "better hope" the ceasefire holds.

Shots Fired Near Washington Monument—Secret Service RESPONDS

Law enforcement shot a person near Washington Monument, Secret Service says  PBS White House briefly locked down after shooting nearby, officials say  The Washington Post 1 shot, bystander grazed in Secret Service police shooting near National Mall  NBC4 Washington 1 shot by law enforcement near White House, nearby DC roads closed  WTOP Police activity in Northwest DC  WJLA

Cornell President Claims He's the REAL Victim in Protest Incident

Cornell president accused of backing car into protester says he was victim of 'harassment'  NBC News Cornell president accused of hitting students with his car  WSYR Kotlikoff Drives Into Student and Recent Grad Following ‘Harassment’  The Cornell Daily Sun Car Driven by Cornell’s President Bumps Into Students After Confrontation Over Gaza  The New York Times Video shows Cornell University president’s car backing into student during protest  Democrat and Chronicle

Secret Service Officers Engaged in Gunfire Near the White House

A plainclothes Secret Service officer observed a "suspicious individual that appeared to have a firearm," USSS Deputy Director Matt Quinn said during a press briefing.

A Judge Just Accused the Trump Administration of a SERIOUS Legal Violation

The Department of Homeland Security criticized a judge for releasing a man accused of murder overseas, but did not inform her of the accusation. The judge said she would consider imposing sanctions.

Why Potholes Are Becoming a MAJOR Election Issue

The state of the roads will be at the top of many voters' agenda at this week's local elections in England.

Secret Service Police Opened Fire Near National Mall—Here's What TRIGGERED It

1 shot, bystander grazed in Secret Service police shooting near National Mall  NBC4 Washington Gunman Exchanges Fire With Secret Service Near Washington Monument  The New York Times Gunfire between Secret Service and armed person briefly locks down White House  The Washington Post Secret Service officers exchange gunfire with armed suspect near White House, juvenile bystander injured: USSS  ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos Secret Service says one person shot by law enforcement in

UK Prepares Historic SHIFT in European Financial Ties

Sir Keir Starmer will meet leaders at the European Political Community summit in Armenia on Monday.

Amsterdam Takes RADICAL Stand Against Meat and Fossil Fuels

Local politicians say the move is in line with the Dutch capital's environmental targets.

UK Faces MOUNTING Pressures on Defense and Living Costs

A lack of defence funding and surging costs of a pint of beer are prominent stories on Monday's papers.

European Leaders Converge on Armenia as Russia WATCHES Closely

Two European summits are being held in a country long considered Russia's closest ally in the region.

BBC Exposes ELABORATE Dog Donation Scam Targeting Animal Lovers Worldwide

Unwitting donors hand over money to save suffering animals but Ugandan con artists pocket the cash.

How Ukraine Found a CHEAP Way to Stop Russian Drones

A Japanese drone maker is turning Ukraine’s battlefield lessons into business.

Iran's Regime Is More ENTRENCHED Than Ever—And Seeking Revenge

Ordinary Iranians tell of worry about increased repression by authorities after the war is over.

What Trump's Plan to 'Free' the Strait Could UNRAVEL for Global Oil Markets

President Donald Trump said he ordered U.S. forces to guide ships and crews from countries that are not involved with the Iran war out of Strait of Hormuz.

The Unexpected Recruits Fueling Russia's War Machine in UKRAINE

A growing number of men across the continent say they are being promised jobs in Russia, only to be forced into the war. Some go as mercenaries, but many more are drawn unwittingly.

Two US Service Members VANISH During Morocco Military Exercises

Two U.S. service members are missing in southwestern Morocco after taking part in annual multinational military exercises in the North African country, the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM) said.

African Fighters Reveal Why They're RISKING Lives in Ukraine

Some see a clear explanation: Russia needs more troops, and young men in Africa desperately need jobs.

America's Pacific Allies Unite In HISTORIC Military Exercise Against China

America’s Pacific Allies Train to Face Down China Together  WSJ Balikatan 2026: U.S., Philippine special operations forces prepare for MARSTRIKE-N [Image 5 of 12]  DVIDS Green Berets Deploy Ship-Killing Drone in Luzon Strait Maritime Strike Exercise  USNI News US Army tests fresh drones, 3D printers at ‘Balikatan’ drill in the Philippines  Defense News US Army, Pacific allies execute HIMARS fire in Philippine coastal defense drill  army.mil

What the U.S. Navy's HORMUZ Move Could Trigger With Iran

Trump says U.S. Navy will escort ships out of the Strait of Hormuz from Monday  Axios Live updates: Iran war, Trump says US to start guiding ships through Strait of Hormuz  CNN Iran war: What’s happening on day 66 as Trump announces Hormuz mission?  Al Jazeera Oil prices mixed in choppy trade as Trump plans to 'free' ships stranded due to Mideast conflict  CNBC U.S. Military Supports Launch of Project Freedom in Strait of Hormuz > U.S. Central Command > Press Release View  centcom.mil

Why Moscow's Victory Day Celebration Just Got INTERRUPTED

Air defenses in the Russian capital were breached as Ukraine expands long-range strikes.

The Toxic Rain Falling Over Russia That Changes Everything About This Conflict

Poisonous black rain falls in Russia as Ukraine strikes oil facilities  washingtonpost.com Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, May 3, 2026  Institute for the Study of War Ukrainian drones hit Russia's Primorsk port, oil tankers and military ships  Reuters Ukraine war briefing: Strikes on Russia’s Primorsk oil port and ships  The Guardian Ukrainian strikes hit key Russian oil infrastructure, including "shadow fleet" tankers  CBS News

Austria Expels Russian Diplomats Over COVERT Surveillance Operation in Vienna

Austria has expelled three Russian Embassy employees suspected of espionage using antennas on diplomatic buildings

Oil Markets SURGE After Iran's Alleged Strike on U.S. Navy

Oil is off to a volatile start to the week on a disputed report of a strike on a U.S. Navy ship in the Strait of Hormuz.

Ceasefire CRUMBLES as Israeli Attacks Kill Dozens in Lebanon Within Days

The health ministry says 77 people have been killed in Israeli strikes on southern Lebanon since Thursday.

Europe is Building Its Own DARPA to Counter the Growing Drone THREAT

Germany’s SPRIND, the Federal Agency for Disruptive Innovation, and Sweden’s Vinnova, the country’s innovation agency, are two bodies that traditionally haven’t worked hand in hand. But the challenges the world currently faces have brought the two public innovation agencies together to back teams from across Europe building systems that can defend airports, nuclear plants, and civilian sites from hostile drones. One team, led by Martin Saska, a robotics professor at Czech Technical University in

China's Quiet Strategy Could RESHAPE the Middle East Crisis

With President Trump’s visit to Beijing looming, China is pushing Iran to negotiate even as its companies export material that could be used by Iran’s military.

UAE's Bold Move Signals What Happens When Middle East TENSIONS Escalate

Arson Attack on Holocaust Memorial Sparks URGENT Investigation

A memorial wall was damaged by fire on 27 April in north London, with counter-terror police involved in the investigation.

What Just Happened in the Strait of Hormuz Could RESHAPE Global Energy

Live Updates: Iran targets UAE tanker in Strait of Hormuz as U.S. begins Project Freedom to guide vessels  CBS NewsView Full Coverage on Google News

Car Plows Into CROWD in German City, Multiple Casualties Reported

Mayor Burkhard Jung said a suspect was detained and the motive was unclear.

Europe Braces for a MORE DANGEROUS World Amid Economic Crisis

A stalwart on defense spending, Poland is training its citizens in civil defense while balancing their jobs and families.

Vehicle Plows Into Crowd in German City, Multiple INJURED

Police say a driver has plowed into a group of people in the center of the German city of Leipzig and several were injured

Car Plows Into Crowd in Leipzig, Multiple CASUALTIES Reported

Two killed after car hits bystanders in Leipzig, Germany, driver arrested  Reuters Two dead after car strikes crowd in German city, police say  CNN Leipzig, Germany incident news: Driver plows into people, killing 2, roughly 20 affected, officials say  ABC7 Los Angeles Two killed and several hurt after car ploughs into crowds in German city of Leipzig  The Guardian Car runs into crowd in Leipzig, Germany, injuring several people  NBC News

Iran's SURPRISE Attack on UAE Escalates as U.S. Intervenes in Strait

A large fire has broken out at the key Emirati oil port of Fujairah, which lies beyond the largely-blocked Strait of Hormuz.

Car Plows Into CROWD in Leipzig, Killing Two in Shocking Attack

Leipzig: 2 killed after car drives into crowd  DW.com Two dead after car strikes crowd in German city, police say  CNN Two killed, multiple injuries after car hits bystanders in Leipzig  Yahoo Two killed and many injured after car driven into crowd in German city of Leipzig  BBC 2 Dead After Car Hits Crowd in Germany  The New York Times

Ukraine's Drones Reach Moscow, Threatening Putin's Victory Day CELEBRATION

As Ukrainian drones push toward Moscow, Victory Day risks becoming less a show of strength than a test of Russia’s defenses.

Modi's Party Just Seized Control of India's KEY State in Historic UPSET

The outcome is expected to strengthen Modi's political position midway through his third term.

What Just Happened in the Strait of Hormuz Could RESHAPE Global Oil Markets

Live Updates: U.S. sinks 7 small Iranian boats as Iran launches attacks on UAE and ships in Strait of Hormuz  CBS News Trump has a new Strait of Hormuz plan. The market isn’t buying it  CNN Attacks Threaten to Reignite Iran Conflict  The New York Times US sinks Iranian small boats, shoots down missiles, drones as it opens Strait  Reuters Attacks in Strait of Hormuz, Gulf region imperil fragile U.S.-Iran ceasefire  The Washington Post

Water Shortage Emerges as HIDDEN Energy Threat

Water scarcity is emerging as a critical constraint on global energy production, shaping shale, power generation, hydrogen, and data center growth.

Rare Celestial Visitor Won't Return for 170,000 YEARS—Here's When to Look

Over the next two weeks stargazers have a chance to spot the blue-green orb and smudgy tail of comet known as C/2025 R3 PanSTARRS A comet formed on the edges of the solar system will grace southern skies over the next fortnight, giving viewers a rare chance to glimpse it before it disappears from view for another 170,000 years. The comet – known as C/2025 R3 PanSTARRS – had been travelling through the northern hemisphere but has “swung around the sun” and is now visible in the south, said Josh

Scientists Discover Evolution's HIDDEN Blueprint Spanning 120 Million Years

Evolution seems to follow a script more often than expected. Researchers found that distantly related butterflies and moths have reused the same pair of genes for over 120 million years to produce strikingly similar warning colors. Rather than altering the genes themselves, evolution modifies how they’re switched on and off. This discovery hints that life may evolve in more predictable ways than previously believed.

Europe's Nuclear GAMBLE Could Be The Answer To Its Energy Crisis

The effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a vital shipping route, has exposed which nations are most exposed to disrupted energy imports.

What the Army Is Testing in the Frozen Arctic That Could CHANGE Everything

How would soldiers from places like Florida, Texas and Georgia fight and persevere in temperatures as low as minus 40 degrees?

Why Millions of Women Believe 'Subliminals' Can Transform Their LOOKS

As young men pursue radical methods of “looksmaxxing,” young women are discovering a world of YouTube and TikTok videos that promise glow-ups through ASMR affirmations.

Paul Allen's Bioscience Institute Gets a Surprisingly PLAYFUL Brand Refresh

To rebrand the Allen Institute, designers thought horizontally instead of vertically. The nonprofit bioscience research institute, founded by Microsoft cofounder Paul Allen to map the human brain, had a perfectly sufficient logo that designer Neville Brody says was “at the heart of everything.” But Brody, a legend in the industry who has designed for Coca-Cola, Nike, and Channel 4, reimagined the Allen Institute’s new identity so “the brand is a platform” for a company’s activities. Of the eleme

Do Lightsaber Blades Actually Have MASS? Science Weighs In

On Star Wars Day, we put to rest a question that has bedeviled sci-fi nerds for years.

How AI Is QUIETLY Transforming Healthcare in Ways You Haven't Noticed

The AI market is full of big promises of grand transformation. Health care is a prime target for those promises, beset as it is by financial pressures, labor shortages, and the growing burden of caring for an aging population. AI developers are targeting functions that vary widely, from curing cancer and performing surgery to streamlining…

Scientists Just Transformed Plastic Waste Into CLEAN Energy Using Only Sunlight

Scientists are using sunlight to turn plastic waste into clean fuels like hydrogen, offering a breakthrough solution to both pollution and energy challenges. While still in development, the approach could transform trash into a valuable resource for a low-carbon future.

MIT Scientists Finally UNLOCK the Secret Structure of a Mysterious Material

For decades, relaxor ferroelectrics have powered everything from medical ultrasounds to sonar systems, yet their inner atomic structure remained a mystery—until now. Researchers have finally mapped their three-dimensional structure in unprecedented detail, uncovering hidden patterns in how electric charges are arranged at the nanoscale. The breakthrough not only challenges long-standing assumptions about how these materials behave but also allows scientists to refine the models used to design th

MIT's Virtual Violin Offers Luthiers a REVOLUTIONARY Design Tool

Computational model lets users tweak parameters to hear effect on the sound in early design process.

Advanced Nuclear Reactors: Are They Really the SOLUTION We Need?

New concepts for advanced reactors are thriving, and boosted by new government funding, but there are serious detriments to commercial success.

Pentagon's Wind Turbine Delays STALL Over 150 Clean Energy Projects

The delays, which companies say have worsened significantly in recent weeks, are the latest step in the Trump administration’s efforts to block wind power.

School Cellphone Bans Don't HURT Academic Performance, Study Shows

Educators favor cellphone bans, but research shows that while new rules have reduced phone usage in schools, there has been little academic change.

Deadly Virus STRIKES Cruise Ship—What Passengers Need to Know

Hantaviruses are usually spread by exposure to urine, saliva or feces from infected rodents, such as rats or mice. Hantavirus infections are rare but can cause deadly respiratory infections.

This Hidden Syndrome Could TRIPLE Your Cancer Risk

New research indicates that cancer prevention should be part of the treatment protocol for people with CKM syndrome. Sean Locke/Stocksy Researchers say people with cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic (CKM) syndrome have a higher risk of developing cancer. They note that the cancer risk rises as the severity of CKM syndrome increases, ranging from a 3% higher risk at stage 1 to a 30% higher risk at stage 4. Experts say people can lower their cancer risk by maintaining a healthy diet, getting regu

New Weight-Loss Drug Destroys Fat FASTER Than Competitors

Research shows that Ozempic may preserve lean body mass better than Mounjaro. Image Credit: Iuliia Burmistrova/Getty Images A recent study found that semaglutide medications, such as Ozempic, may better preserve lean body mass than tirzepatide medications, such as Mounjaro.  This may be due in part to tirzepatide leading to more significant weight loss.  The findings show that maintaining a strength-training routine may help reduce muscle loss when using GLP-1s.  GLP-1 drugs have exploded in

This Exercise Hack Builds Muscle With MINIMAL Effort

Eccentric exercise may help build muscle strength with less strain on the body, which may benefit older individuals. DragonImages/Getty Images A lesser-known type of exercise can build strength and improve fitness while remaining accessible to less active individuals. Eccentric exercises like lowering weights or walking downhill can generate more force with less energy while supporting muscle, heart, and even brain health. Whether you’re an advanced athlete or just beginning, eccentric exerc

Your Morning Coffee Could REWIRE Your Stress Response

Coffee, even without caffeine, can reduce stress, improve learning, and boost mood by influencing your gut-brain axis. Oleg Breslavtsev/Getty Images New research suggests both caffeinated and decaffeinated coffee can improve mood and reduce stress by influencing the gut–brain axis. Coffee may alter the gut microbiome, increasing bacteria linked to digestion, immunity, and emotional regulation. Decaf coffee was associated with improved learning and memory, while caffeinated coffee enhanced at

NHS Cancer Vaccine Could REVOLUTIONIZE Patient Hospital Time

Thousands of patients will be offered a new injectable form of an immunotherapy drug that takes minutes.

Couple Says 'I Do' in ICU Despite Heart Failure DIAGNOSIS

Daniel Phan was in heart failure and days from undergoing lifesaving surgery when he and his girlfriend, Julia, decided to get married — in the ICU. Daniel and Julia Phan on their wedding day in the ICU. Daniel Phan Daniel and Julia Phan met when they were kids after Daniel’s parents hired Julia’s mom to work at their nail salon. “We were the same age. I went to her house when I was, like, eight years old, not knowing she was going to be my future wife,” Daniel told Healthline. While the t

Your Dreams Could PREDICT Your Next Day's Mood

Research shows that your dreams may affect your morning mood. Image Credit: Studio Firma/Stocksy A recent study has found that your dreams can affect your mood in the morning.  The study showed that those who experienced fear in their dreams were more likely to have a low mood upon waking.  The researchers suggest that dreams may help you process emotions.  Sleep is an important part of overall health, but the impacts of your dreams are less well understood. A study recently published in Sle

FDA Recalls Popular Anxiety Drug Over EFFECTIVENESS Concerns

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Deadly Virus SPREADS Aboard Cruise Ship—What We Know

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Olympic Champion Reveals the SECRET to RECOVERY Success

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Deadly Virus Outbreak on Cruise Ship Raises ALARM for Travelers

While rare, the disease can be transmitted to humans through inhalation of airborne particles from dried rodent droppings.

Three Dead From Suspected Hantavirus on Cruise Ship—WHO CONFIRMS

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Ozempic Users Report UNEXPECTED Mental Health Breakthrough

GLP-1 drugs like semaglutide—best known for treating diabetes and driving weight loss under the brand names Ozempic and Wegovy—may also deliver a surprising mental health boost. In a massive study tracking nearly 100,000 people over more than a decade, researchers found that these medications were linked to significantly fewer psychiatric hospital visits and sick days.

Kenya's AI Health System Backfires on POOREST Citizens

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The Dutch-flagged cruise ship is now sitting off the coast of the West African island nation of Cape Verde, while the situation is being monitored by the World Health Organization.

Alzheimer's Wonder Drugs May BACKFIRE With Serious Brain Risks

Drugs designed to clear amyloid beta from the brain—once seen as a promising path to slowing Alzheimer’s—may not actually help patients in any meaningful way, according to a major review of over 20,000 participants. Even more concerning, they may increase the risk of brain swelling and bleeding, sometimes without obvious symptoms.

Can You Really SUE Drug Companies for Slow Innovation?

This week, the California Supreme Court is set to hear a case that could have far-reaching consequences for medical science.

The Outbreak Nobody Expected on a Cruise Ship RIGHT NOW

The World Health Organization said one case of hantavirus infection had been confirmed, with five more suspected cases under investigation.

Scientists Just Discovered Coffee Does MORE for You Than You THOUGHT

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How Weight Loss Drugs Created a Dangerous BUBBLE in Pharma

Obesity assets represent about 25% of total forecast sales of the late-stage pipeline, while oncology's share has slipped to 20%, Deloitte found.

The Single-Drug Abortion Method That Remains FULLY Available Despite Restrictions

A federal appeals court ruling restricts telemedicine access to the abortion drug mifepristone for the whole country, at least temporarily. But another drug that remains available is safe and effective at ending early pregnancy.

Cruise Ship BLOCKED After Suspected Hantavirus Outbreak

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A Cruise Ship Just Got Trapped by a DANGEROUS Outbreak

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Deadly Hantavirus Outbreak Suspected Aboard CRUISE SHIP

A rare rodent-borne disease is suspected to have caused an outbreak aboard a cruise ship, leading to three deaths and several illnesses.

One Amino Acid Could Rewrite What We Know About ALZHEIMER'S

A new study suggests a surprisingly simple compound could help fight Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers found that arginine—an inexpensive amino acid already considered safe—can reduce the buildup of toxic amyloid proteins in the brain, a hallmark of the disease. In animal models, oral arginine not only lowered harmful protein deposits but also improved behavior and reduced brain inflammation.

Your Hospital Bill Might Be HIGHER Because of Fax Machines

In the age of AI, there’s no reason the U.S. health system should be stuck in the analog era.

Six Passengers May Have Contracted a DEADLY Virus at Sea

A rare form of the hantavirus can be spread from person to person, raising concern that the current outbreak concerns the Andes virus.

This New Weight-Loss Drug OUTPERFORMS the Market Leader

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Suspected Hantavirus Outbreak TRAPS 150 on Ship Off Cape Verde

Evacuations planned as suspected hantavirus outbreak traps 150 on ship off Cape Verde  Reuters Three cruise ship passengers dead, others ill after suspected hantavirus outbreak. Here’s what we know  CNN See how hantavirus spreads after suspected cruise outbreak kills 3  USA Today What to know about hantavirus after 3 died in suspected cruise ship outbreak  The Washington Post ‘If all six have hantavirus, that’s very worrisome’: This is what we know about the cruise-ship outbreak.  MarketWatch

A Deadly HANTAVIRUS Outbreak Just Struck a Cruise Ship—What We Know

Deadly hantavirus outbreak suspected aboard a cruise ship  ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos 3 Dead in Hantavirus Outbreak Aboard Cruise Ship, W.H.O. Says  The New York Times What to know about hantavirus after 3 died in suspected cruise ship outbreak  The Washington Post Evacuations planned as suspected hantavirus outbreak traps 150 on ship off Cape Verde  Reuters What is hantavirus and how does it spread?  CNN

Why Cancer Patients Are Forced to WAIT Hours for Critical Scans

“This letter is in memory of all the patients who died waiting for their medical appointments to begin.”

Hantavirus OUTBREAK Suspected on Cruise Ship: Here's What You Need to Know

What to know about hantavirus, the illness suspected in a cruise ship outbreak  AP News British cruise ship passenger in intensive care after three die in suspected hantavirus outbreak  BBC Evacuations planned as suspected hantavirus outbreak traps 150 on ship off Cape Verde  Reuters What to know about hantavirus after 3 died in suspected cruise ship outbreak  The Washington Post Cruise ship with suspected deadly hantavirus outbreak refused permission to dock  NBC 6 South Florida

Cruise Ship Outbreak Claims Lives—Here's What Authorities AREN'T Saying

At Least 3 Dead After Suspected Rat-Borne Virus Outbreak On Cruise Ship  Forbes 3 Dead in Hantavirus Outbreak Aboard Cruise Ship, W.H.O. Says  The New York Times Evacuations planned as suspected hantavirus outbreak traps 150 on ship off Cape Verde  Reuters What to know about hantavirus after 3 died in suspected cruise ship outbreak  The Washington Post Cruise ship with suspected deadly hantavirus outbreak refused permission to dock  NBC 6 South Florida

Toxic Metals Found at D.C. Golf Course Raise SERIOUS Health Questions

The National Park Service said the dump of debris, between the fourth and ninth holes, does not exceed environmental limits. Opponents disagree.

A Cruise Ship Just Became the Site of a DANGEROUS Health Crisis

Health Officials Work to Contain Hantavirus Outbreak on Cruise Ship  WSJ Cruise ship passenger describes uncertainty after 3 deaths amid hantavirus probe  Fox News 3 Dead in Hantavirus Outbreak Aboard Cruise Ship, W.H.O. Says  The New York Times Evacuations planned as suspected hantavirus outbreak traps 150 on ship off Cape Verde  Reuters Here’s what we know about hantavirus and its transmission  Dallas News

Kentucky Derby Shatters Records as Female Trainer Makes HISTORY

The annual Run for the Roses on Saturday was a historic moment for women in horse racing as Cherie DeVaux became the first female trainer to win the Kentucky Derby. DeVaux’s story plus other firsts that were poised to be achieved by jockeys, trainers and horses at this year’s derby drove the live audience on […]

Anthony Edwards' Return Timeline UPDATED—What's Next?

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FIFA's World Cup Prize Pool Explodes to NEARLY $900 Million

FIFA's upcoming World Cup is set to be the most lucrative on-record, with a 'record breaking' prize pool on offer, as FIFA shrugs off other controversies.

Why NCAA Tournament Expansion Favors MAJOR Conferences

The NCAA men’s and women’s basketball tournament fields could expand from 68 to 76 teams starting next season, according to a recent ESPN report.

What a MLB Star Just Said About His Dad's SHOCKING New Role

The Philadelphia Phillies GM explained the benefits of his father, Don Mattingly, taking over after the team fired its manager.

What One Runner Packed to Cross 80 Miles of Italian WILDERNESS

Here's everything you need to survive while running many mountain miles. It all fits into a 10-lb pack.

YouTube Golf Created an UNEXPECTED Path Back to the PGA Tour

A creator-led qualifier gave a 28-year-old a nontraditional entry into a PGA Tour event, highlighting how digital platforms are reshaping opportunity in golf.

Indian Tycoons Just Paid $1.65 BILLION for Rajasthan Royals Cricket Team

Steel tycoon Laksmi Mittal and Adar Poonawalla, son of vaccine billionaire Cyrus Poonawala, will join other high-profile Indian cricket team owners, including Asia’s richest man, Mukesh Ambani.

Sinner and Djokovic Set for EPIC Italian Open Showdown

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Golf's HIDDEN Crisis: Why Elite Athletes Are Battling Chronic Back Pain

Lower back injuries are increasingly common in golf. Discover the science behind fascia, why it matters, and how it may improve recovery and performance.

Blue Jays' New Catcher Fires Back With BRUTAL Assessment of His Punishment

The Toronto Blue Jays’ backup backstop spoke out about John Schneider after being pulled from a game.

Katherine Legge Returns to Watkins Glen Ready to REWRITE History

After flashes of speed and a disappointing finish last year, Katherine Legge begins her 2026 NASCAR Cup campaign at a track that suits her skill set and maybe just owes her.

The World Cup's HIDDEN Price Tag Host Cities Won't Admit

Cities take on financial risk while FIFA retains all the financial upside.

What Jonathan Gannon's Hiring Means for the Packers' FUTURE

New Green Bay Packers defensive coordinator Jonathan Gannon went just 15-36 during three years as Arizona's head coach.

World Cup Hotels Face a Crisis That NO ONE Predicted

Nearly 80% of hotels surveyed by a body representing the industry reported bookings were running below projections — a worrisome sign with only weeks to go before the World Cup.

Wu Claims World Title in Thrilling Decider

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IndyCar and Indianapolis Motor Speedway Just Made an UNEXPECTED Partnership Move

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Eva Longoria Reveals Secrets Behind Beloved Novel's STUNNING Adaptation

There was both magic and realism involved for the Chilean creatives Francisca Alegría and Fernanda Urrejola, who brought Isabel Allende’s beloved novel “The House of the Spirits” to the screen as a limited series for Amazon Prime Video. Alegría and Urrejola and “House of the Spirits” executive producer Eva Longoria detailed the backstory of the […]

Kenneth Branagh Hints at RETURNING to Marvel's Thor Universe

Kenneth Branagh, the director behind the 2011 Marvel film “Thor,” says he’d be open to returning to the world of superheroes. Branagh told Business Insider, “Part of me would love to finish my relationship with that character. I’d always wanted to do more and indeed had a couple of ideas, more in the territory of […]

May's Streaming Guide: What's WORTH Your Time This Month

Netflix’s ‘Lord of the Flies,’ Apple’s ‘Star City’ and the return of Hulu’s ‘Deli Boys’ are among the highlights of the coming month

Beloved TV Producer Behind Classic Shows DIES at 68

"Boy Meets World" stars Rider Strong, Will Friedle and Danielle Fishel are mourning the loss of the sitcom's longtime producer David Kendall.

Nicole Kidman Pursues UNEXPECTED Career After Mother's Death

Nicole Kidman’s recent announcement that she’s training to become a death doula is increasing visibility for the profession and the need to improve how end-of-life care is approached. Gilbert Flores/Variety via Getty Images Nicole Kidman says she’s training to become a death doula following her mother’s death in 2024. Death doulas provide non-medical support to people nearing the end of life, focusing on emotional, practical, and spiritual care. Experts say growing awareness is helping spark

Young New Yorkers Are Flocking to Churches—Here's Why

Young New Yorkers Have a New Hot Spot: Sunday Mass  WSJ

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Detained Musicians Get UNEXPECTED Second Act After ICE Release

The teenagers, who had faced deportation after a high-profile detention, took the stage on Sunday thanks to an invitation from one of country music’s biggest stars.

'Euphoria' Season 3 Delivers SHOCKING Plot Twists in Latest Episode

SPOILER ALERT: This story contains spoilers for “Kitty Likes to Dance,” Season 3 Episode 4 of “Euphoria,” now streaming on HBO Max. Three episodes in, and this season of “Euphoria” has already been a doozy. Just last week, Cassie (Sydney Sweeney) and Nate (Jacob Elordi) had their wedding, which ended in the groom violently losing a […]

Zendaya's Box Office SMASH Hits Streaming This Week

"The Drama," starring Zendaya and Robert Pattinson, is coming to digital streaming this week after the indie film hit cracked a box office milestone for its studio, A24.

Bestselling Author Gets DIGITAL Twin Through AI Innovation

India’s Collective Artists Network has built an AI-powered avatar of Amish Tripathi – one of the country’s bestselling authors – to anchor a new short-form content channel covering history, mythology and philosophy, with a digital rollout beginning this month. The channel is being developed through the company’s Historyverse creative unit, which is shaping the editorial […]

Cannes-Bound Film From 'Il Futuro' Director Explores UNEXPECTED Territory

Berlin-based Pluto Film has pounced on worldwide sales rights to Chilean psychological thriller “Summer War” (“Guerra de Verano”) ahead of its market debut at Cannes’ Marché du Film and its world premiere at the 25th Tribeca Film Festival in June. The fifth feature by acclaimed director Alicia Scherson (“Play”), “Summer War” is her second adaptation […]

How a Marathi Film Just SHATTERED Box Office Records

Jio Studios and Mumbai Film Company’s “Raja Shivaji” has delivered the biggest opening weekend in Marathi-language cinema history, grossing INR43.66 crore ($4.6 million) across its first three days in India. Directed by Riteish Deshmukh, the historical epic’s opening weekend surpasses all previous Marathi cinema records. “Sairat” (2016), the highest-grossing Marathi film of all time at […]

Which Blockbuster DOMINATED Korea's Weekend Box Office

The South Korean box office saw a surge in activity during the weekend of May 1–3, as high-profile international sequels drove audience turnout. According to data from KOBIS, the tracking service operated by the Korean Film Council, “The Super Mario Galaxy Movie” claimed the top spot in its opening weekend, earning $3.8 million from 575,467 […]

Princess Eugenie Expecting Her THIRD Child

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Kylie Jenner Just SLASHED Her Mansion Price by Millions

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Inside the Met Gala 2026: Tickets, Theme, and EVERYTHING Else

Beyoncé, who last attended the Met Gala in 2016, is returning as a co-chair of fashion's biggest night.

The Ultimate Star Wars Gift Guide for Every Fan

These are the best Star Wars gifts in the galaxy for everyone, from Padawan fans to Jedi masters.

Why the Met Gala Just Became DEEPLY Controversial

Protesters have found a perfect foil in Amazon’s founder, the gala’s lead sponsor this year.

This Couple's Quirky Tradition Just CAPTURED the Internet's Heart

Jon and Evie, two high school sweethearts from Virginia, celebrate their love each year with a scare from a lobster.

What This Year's Met Gala Reveals About Fashion's FUTURE

On the first Monday of every May, the rich, famous and well-dressed gather in New York City for the Met Gala fundraiser. Ivy Buck offers a lookahead - covering this year's theme, where to watch, who's coming, and more.

How 'Star Wars' Dominated 2025 in One STAGGERING Number

The Force is strong with this one. In honor of “Star Wars” Day, Nielsen has shared some insights into people’s viewing habits around the beloved franchise, which show that it remains incredibly popular nearly 50 years after it began. Per Nielsen data, U.S. viewers viewed 33 billion minutes (equivalent to 550 million hours) of “Star […]

Why Iranian Filmmakers Just Won a MAJOR Victory at the Oscars

The Iranian Independent Filmmakers Association (IIFMA) is hailing new rules announced on Friday by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences pertaining to the international feature category as a “major victory.” Going forward the Oscars are allowing submissions from individual directors, not just entries designated by selection committees in different countries. The new rules […]

RFK Jr.'s New Podcast Is Exactly as UNCONVENTIONAL as You'd Imagine

The first two episodes of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s new podcast feature him discoursing on food with a reality-TV chef and, for some reason, Mike Tyson. Vaccines are not on the agenda.

Listeners Share Their Best Mother's Day Gift IDEAS for the Impossible-to-Shop-For Mom

Mother's Day is Sunday, May 10. If you're stumped on what to get the moms in your life, get some inspiration from our audience. They share the best gifts they've ever received from their loved ones.

Beyonce Steals The Night At Met Gala 2026

The 2026 Met Gala, co-chaired by Beyonce, Nicole Kidman and Venus Williams, expected to bring out celebrities from sports, business and entertainment on Monday, May 4.

Yoshida Keisuke's Drama 'Mentor' Heads to GLOBAL Distribution

Japanese sales and distribution outfit Kino Films has taken on world sales rights for “mentor,” a film directed by Yoshida Keisuke. Two boys once triggered a catastrophe – a fireworks mishap that razed an apartment complex and claimed the wife and child of one of its residents, a man named Nomoto, who also suffered grievous […]

Why Lox Pratt Refuses to Play Villains ANYMORE

The TV world appears to have crowned its newest on-screen villain. This time, he’s just 14 years old. Thankfully, Lox Pratt says he’s nothing like Jack, the arrogant, privileged and cruel egomaniac he plays in the latest adaptation of William Golding’s “Lord of the Flies,” launching today on Netflix. Nor is he like Lucas Malfoy, […]

Grateful Dead's SHOCKING Chart Feat: Two Albums, One Impossible Record

Two new live sets by the Grateful Dead debuts on Billboard's Top Album Sales chart, helping the band further its lead over all other acts.

Inside Pennywise's 135-Piece Costume: The HIDDEN Details You Missed

“It: Welcome to Derry” costume designer Luis Sequeira had previously created the wet, bloody look for “Carrie,” so he already understood what it would take to recreate it for Stephen King’s killer demon clown. Or at least he thought he did. Having worked on the film “It: Chapter Two,” he was already familiar with the […]

Star Wars Day Reveals a SURPRISING Trend Among the Ultra-Wealthy

May the Fourth luxury gifts and collectibles, from Kia’s Star Wars EV9 dashboard and Citizen watch to Regal Robot furniture and a rare Empire poster auction.

Artist Betye Saar's REMARKABLE Legacy: A Century of Defiance and Innovation

On May 2nd, the Hammer Museum at UCLA welcomed cultural leaders, artists, collectors, and patrons of the arts at the 21st annual Gala in the Garden. During the evening, trailblazing artist Betye Saar was honored for her profound contributions to society through her work.

Why Fans Are DEMANDING Nate Jacobs Return for 'Euphoria' Season 3

Whoever is starring in Euphoria season 3, it's not Nate Jacobs, and this new character appears to have been shaped by Jacob Elordi himself.

Ariana Grande's 'Wicked' Album Hits ANOTHER Bestselling Milestone

Wicked: One Wonderful Night (Live) debuts on two Billboard charts, earning both Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo new hits on both rosters.

Dolly Parton's New Single Achieves an INCREDIBLE Chart Coincidence

"Son of Jolene" debuts on Billboard's Country Digital Song Sales chart, missing the top 10 as it launches at No. 11 — and tying the original "Jolene" in the process.

The 2026 Met Gala Stage is SET — Here's How to Watch

From beyond the museum walls Monday, works of art will move and take shape as the glitterati of guests from Beyoncé, Nicole Kidman to Venus Williams will fashionably ascend the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s steps and exhibit their creative interpretations of this year’s dress code, “Fashion is art.” The question of whether fashion is art has long been topic of conversation for fashion insiders, and this first Monday in May the dress code is leaving nothing up for debate. The dress code for the st

Madonna's Decades-Old Album Just UNEXPECTEDLY Charted With New Hit

Madonna's The Confessions Tour live set debuts on two Billboard charts after its re-release for Record Store Day as "I Feel So Free" becomes a fast top 10 hit.

A NEW World Record Roller Coaster Just Changed Everything About Speed

The United Arab Emirates has made a name for itself by setting Guinness world records so when it lost one of its most audacious accolades it didn’t take it lying down.

Peak TV's Golden Age Is Over—Here's What KILLED It

In July 2023, Disney CEO Bob Iger sat down with CNBC’s David Faber at the Allen & Co. conference in Sun Valley, Idaho. The Writers Guild of America had been on strike for two months, and SAG-AFTRA would join them that later that day. It was all quite baffling. “There’s a level of expectation that […]

AI Just Animated a Film From 'Paddington' Writers—And Hollywood Took NOTICE

Stuart Ford’s AGC Studios has come on board to handle worldwide sales on “Critterz,” an animated feature written by “Paddington in Peru” duo James Lamont and Jon Foster, and Tom Butterworth (“Birthday Girl,” “The Last Legion,” “Ashes to Ashes”). AGC Intl. will launch sales and screen first-look footage in Cannes. “Critterz” is the “first mainstream […]

Wayne Brady Stars in New Political Comedy That Could BREAK Ground

Emmy Award winner and Grammy Award nominee Wayne Brady will help kick off Vineyard Theatre’s 2026-2027 season by starring in “Ms. Blakk For President.” The show is described as “part campaign rally, part nightclub performance, part confessional—and all party,” and was co-written by Tina Landau and Tarell Alvin McCraney. Landau also directs. The official plot […]

The Eagles Just Extended Their Vegas Sphere Residency—Here's Why It MATTERS

The Eagles have extended their multi-year residency at the Las Vegas Sphere, announcing on Monday an additional six shows later this year: Friday, September 18, Saturday, September 19, Friday, November 13, Saturday, November 14, Friday, November 27 and Saturday, November 28. “Eagles: Live in Concert at Sphere” is the longest-running residency at the venue now […]

Olivia Wilde Claps Back at Viral Gollum Comparison With BRUTAL Honesty

Olivia Wilde confronted social media criticisms over her recent appearance San Francisco International Film Festival by laughing off the comments and telling her Instagram followers: “I’m not dead.” Wilde was interviewed on the festival’s red carpet by the San Francisco Chronicle ahead of a screening for her new movie, “The Invite.” Video of the red carpet […]

'The Walking Dead: Dead City' Season 3 to PREMIERE at Monte-Carlo Festival

The 65th edition of the Monte-Carlo Television Festival, which will take place from June 12 to 16, will open with the international premiere of the first two episodes of Season 3 of “The Walking Dead: Dead City,” in the presence of actors Jeffrey Dean Morgan and Lauren Cohan, alongside showrunner Seth Hoffman. Season 3 of […]

Nathan Lane Returns to Broadway in Bold REVIVAL of American Classic

Willy Loman — washed up, beaten down and trying to ride a little longer on a smile and a shoeshine before he’s kicked to the curb — has been a staple of Broadway since Arthur Miller’s “Death of a Salesman” first electrified audiences in 1949 with its searing portrait of uncaring capitalism. There have been […]

Netflix's 'Lord of the Flies' Remake: Why Young Cast Delivers HAUNTING Performance

“The Lord of the Flies” is the kind of show you praise by emphasizing how hard it is to watch. Adapted from William Golding’s classic 1954 novel by Jack Thorne (co-writer of “Adolescence”), directed by Marc Munden (“The Sympathizer”) and originally aired by the BBC before coming to Netflix in the U.S., the four-episode series […]

'The Bean' Artist Warns America's DANGEROUS Political Direction

Kapoor last year threatened to sue the Trump administration after a group of border patrol agents posed for a photo in front of his Chicago sculpture.

Netflix's Hit Show Is Ending Sooner Than ANYONE Expected

“The Night Agent” will end with its upcoming fourth season at Netflix. The streamer made the announcement Monday along with the news that Season 4 of the show is now in production in Los Angeles. “Ever since the initial success of ‘The Night Agent,’ I’ve been obsessed with eventually delivering a proper and thrilling conclusion […]

Park Chan-wook's Cannes Jury Adds POWERHOUSE Names for 2026

Demi Moore, Chloé Zhao and Stellan Skarsgård will sit on Park Chan-wook’s jury at this year’s Cannes Film Festival. The jury will be completed by Irish-Ethiopian actress and producer Ruth Negga, Belgian director and screenwriter Laura Wandel, Chinese director and screenwriter Chloé Zhao, Chilean filmmaker Diego Céspedes, IvorianAmerican actor Isaach De Bankolé and Scottish screenwriter […]

Star Wars Day Deals Are HERE and They're UNMISSABLE

May the Fourth be with us all on this Star Wars Day. While things have been relatively quiet with the multimedia gold mine that is Star Wars, with just some murmurs about upcoming movies (The Mandalorian and Grogu excluded), a lone live-action show on the horizon, and a long way to the release of the Fate of the Old Republic game, it’s nevertheless a day to celebrate the franchise. And by that, I mean it’s time to save money on some Star Wars goodies. Whether you celebrate Star Wars Day by hosti

The Met's Bold Statement: 9 New Mannequin Bodies CHANGE Everything

The latest Costume Institute exhibition expands its ideas of who, exactly, belongs in fashion. Will the gala follow suit?

Pop Icon's Legal RECKONING Avoids Prison Time

Britney Spears has pleaded guilty in her DUI case at an arraignment that took place on Monday morning. The pop singer entered her plea to a misdemeanor charge of driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol, meaning she will avoid jail time, reports the New York Times. Prosecutors charged Spears last week but did […]

Kid Cudi Removes Artist From Tour After Political OUTBURST

Kid Cudi has announced that he fired M.I.A. as one of the openers on his Rebel Ragers Tour. The move comes after a viral rant she made on May 2 at the Dallas date at the Dos Equis Pavilion, where she was booed during a rant which included lines like, “I’ve been canceled for many […]

Meryl Streep Proves She's Still Hollywood's ULTIMATE Crowd-Pleaser

Earlier this week, in one of her umpteen promotional interviews for “The Devil Wears Prada 2,” Meryl Streep deviated from the tried-and-true PR playbook to actually say something interesting. Asked on U.K. radio whether she felt she had softened the deliciously venomous character of Miranda Priestly for the sequel, she made a case for a […]

A-List Actor's Cannes Jury Role DERAILED by Unexpected Injury

Jacob Elordi won’t be jetting to the Cannes Film Festival. The actor was being courted for the official jury, but he had to drop out due to a foot injury, Variety has confirmed. Page Six Hollywood was first to report that Elordi would be replaced as a juror after he broke his foot. In addition […]

Britney Spears Admits Guilt in UNEXPECTED Legal Turn

The 44-year-old will avoid jail time after her arrest in California earlier this year.

Festival Lineup Just Got a MAJOR Upgrade With These Headliners

The All Things Go Festival 2026 has revealed the lineup of the 12th D.C.-area edition, with headliners including Hayley Williams, Brandi Carlile, Zara Larsson and ATG alumni, Mitski, Muna, Lola Young, and Ethel Cain. The three-day festival, which has sold out for five consecutive years, features such up-and-coming artists as Sienna Spiro, Slayyyter, the Beaches […]

Dolly Parton Cancels Vegas Residency, Says She Still Needs HEALING

Dolly Parton has canceled her Las Vegas residency, which had been rescheduled for September, citing her previously reported health issues, while adding that she’s been “responding really well to meds and treatments” and “improving every day,” although the treatments make her “a little swimmy headed.” Characteristically, she lightened the seriousness of the message with humor. […]

Star Wars Day Celebration Features 'The Mandalorian and Grogu'

May The 4th Be With You! The Mandalorian and Grogu celebrate Star Wars Day with new footage from the upcoming movie.

'Play Dead' Producers Launch NOCTURNAL Entertainment Studio

Nocturnal Entertainment, a film and television financier and production company, has officially launched following the sale of its first feature, “Play Dead,” to Netflix.  Nocturnal Entertainment was built to support filmmakers, providing them with a technology-enabled creative suite, engaging with them early on in the creative process and staying closely involved throughout. Led by producers […]

Katy Perry and Eminem Just Achieved Chart Milestones Nobody Expected

Katy Perry sees both a hit single and blockbuster album — "The One That Got Away" and Teenage Dream, respectively — climb to new chart peaks.

Music Industry's Biggest Marketing Tactics Are Quietly FAILING Artists

I asked music marketing executives the same question: what is one overrated rollout move the industry should leave behind? The answers were pointed, and they were consistent.

Director Alvaro Olmos Torrico Unveils AMBITIOUS New Film Project 'Chicha Fantasy'

Bolivia’s Alvaro Olmos Torrico, known for his award-winning “The Condor Daughter,” is prepping his third feature, “Chicha Fantasy” (“Fantasía Chicha”), tapping Peru’s Ayara Prods. to co-produce alongside his Bolivia-based Empatia Cinema. He’s also in co-production talks with Uruguayan and European companies. “The Condor Daughter” recently competed at the Alternativa Film Festival in Medellín, Colombia where […]

The New York Times Dominates PULITZER Season With Major Wins

The Washington Post won the award for public service, considered the most prestigious of the Pulitzers, for its coverage of the Trump administration’s overhaul of federal agencies.

'The Devil Wears Prada 2' Steps Lively and REPEATS Box Office Success

On today’s episode of “Daily Variety” podcast, in our Box Office segment, Variety’s Jack Dunn breaks down the eye-popping opening weekend for 20th Century’s “The Devil Wears Prada 2” and a strong week 2 hold for last week’s surprise hit, “Michael.” The triumphant return of Miranda Priestly and Co. adds momentum and diversity to what […]

Billionaires Prepare for Met Gala While Their Workers Face DIFFERENT Realities

Hours before Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez Bezos take their places as sponsors and honorary chairs of the Met Gala—fashion’s glittery annual fundraiser in support of the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute—a different kind of fashion event was unfolding across town. Ahead of the gala, hundreds of workers, organizers, and advocates gathered in the Meatpacking District in downtown New York for the Ball Without Billionaires, a worker-led fashion show designed to contrast the one at the m

Why 'The Devil Wears Prada 2' Just DOMINATED Box Offices Everywhere

Are movie theaters the new black? “The Devil Wears Prada 2” certainly made a compelling case that cinemas are once again en vogue after the long-anticipated sequel opened to $77 million in North America and $233 million globally over the weekend. Those ticket sales rank as the second-best worldwide start of the year, ahead of […]

Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni's 'It Ends With Us' FEUD Finally RESOLVED

It ends with a settlement. After a year and a half of bitter feuding in court and in the press, Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni have resolved their legal differences two weeks ahead of a federal trial. Lively had accused Baldoni of sexual harassment on set of their 2024 film, “It Ends With Us.” She […]

The 2026 Pulitzer Prizes Are Here—See Who Won BIG

Here is the full list of winners and finalists.

BTS Just Made K-Pop HISTORY With This Unprecedented ACHIEVEMENT

BTS pushes its current single "Swim" to a new high on Billboard's Adult Pop Airplay chart. "Swim" ties "Butter" for a historic record among K-pop acts.

Fox Just CANCELED This Show After Two Seasons—Here's Why

Fox has canceled the comedy series “Going Dutch,” Variety has learned. The series aired two seasons at the broadcaster, with the most recent season beginning in January 2026 and the now series finale airing on April 23. Denis Leary led the cast, which also included Taylor Misiak, Danny Pudi, Laci Mosely, Hal Cumpston, Joe Morton, […]

Mike Stenson, Jerry Bruckheimer Films President, DIES at 65

Mike Stenson, the long-standing president of Jerry Bruckheimer Films who developed and produced movies including “Top Gun: Maverick” and five “Pirates of the Caribbean” films, died April 26. He was 65.  “As early as high school, Mike loved movies and knew he wanted to make them,” said his younger brother Robert in a statement. “While […]

Hugh Jackman Just Revealed the PAINFUL Lesson Every Grad Needs to Hear

It’s been a busy month for Hugh Jackman. Between headlining New Born on Broadway and starring in an upcoming mystery-comedy called The Sheep Detectives, the X-Men actor stopped by Ball State University to deliver a commencement speech for the graduating class. “I’ve been asked [countless times] to give a speech like this over the years, and I have always said no, because the money just was never really good enough,” the actor joked. Jackman reportedly first visited Ball State University in Munci

Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni End Bitter LAWSUIT Over Controversial Film

The settlement comes just ahead of a trial slated to begin in May, where both stars were expected to testify.

Met Gala 2026: The Most DARING Red Carpet Moments You Need to See

See the arrivals on the cobblestone carpet.

Paramount Braces for DRAMATIC Box Office Decline Despite Ambitious Slate

Paramount Skydance has nearly doubled its theatrical-film slate in 2026 — but it will see “significantly” lower box office revenue overall from those movies, according to the company. David Ellison, Paramount Skydance’s chairman and chief executive officer, said the company is “firmly committed” to releasing 30 films theatrically per year once it merges with Warner […]

Marilyn Monroe's HANDWRITTEN Poems Head to Auction for Centennial

A trove of Marilyn Monroe memorabilia is going up for auction for the first time, to mark what would have been the Hollywood icon’s milestone 100th birthday. Heritage Auctions is releasing a collection of Monroe’s personal artifacts to the highest bidders, including handwritten letters, photographs, clothing, artwork and accessories that all belonged to the late actress. […]

Lionsgate Names New Worldwide Marketing CHIEF in Executive Shuffle

Lionsgate has appointed Amanda Kozlowski as president of worldwide marketing for the motion picture group. She will report to the motion picture group chair Adam Fogelson, with whom Kozlowski has worked closely over the past several years as executive strategist and interim head of marketing. During her tenure as interim marketing chief, Kozlowski led the […]

TV Executive's Stunning Return Could RESHAPE Entertainment Industry

Former NBC head honcho Robert Greenblatt is returning to Universal TV with a first-look deal, Variety has confirmed. Under the deal, Greenblatt and his production company, The Green Room, will develop and produce TV projects for UTV across all platforms. Jon Wu continues to serve as head of filmed content for The Green Room. Greenblatt […]

Why Dolly Parton Just ABANDONED Her Vegas Dreams

The 80-year-old country music star said it will take some time for her to be "stage-performance ready" again.

Met Gala 2026: The Looks That DOMINATED the Red Carpet

It’s one of fashion’s biggest nights as stars arrive for the 2026 Met Gala. This year’s theme is “Fashion is Art,” tied to the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Art exhibition. The theme allows for a vast range of interpretations, from Emma Chamberlain’s multi-hued. custom Mugler to Cara Delevingne’s sparkly black Ralph Lauren train. Beyoncé […]

Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni End Legal Battle—Settlement Details REVEALED

Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni have settled their lawsuit centered around their film "It Ends With Us."

The Night Fashion's Elite Made Statements That SURPRISED Everyone

Extravagantly dressed celebrities and designers made their way up the famous Met staircase Monday evening. The fundraiser is one of the fashion industry's biggest nights.

This Summer Blockbuster Just SHATTERED Box Office Expectations

Disney and 20th Century Studios' "The Devil Wears Prada 2" opened the summer movie season with $77 million in ticket sales.

How Filmmakers Created a MEMORABLE Opening Credits Sequence

Greetings from Variety Awards Headquarters! Today is May 4, 2026, which means it’s 3 days until the May 7 entry deadline for programs that identify as Primetime programming by virtue of genre and were originally presented June 1, 2025 – May 31, 2026. It’s also 38 days until nominations-round voting begins on June 11; 49 days until nominations-round voting ends on June 22 at 10 p.m.; and 67 days until Emmy […]

Heidi Klum Just Wore Something That SHOULDN'T Be Possible on a Red Carpet

Supermodel and television host Heidi Klum is one of many to pay homage to the art world at the 2026 MET Gala. Klum took to the steps on Monday night in a custom look by designer Mike Marino, inspired by classical works such as the “Veiled Christ” by Giuseppe Sammartino and the “Veiled Vestal” by […]

The Baldoni-Lively Legal Battle Just ENDED—And Here's What Changed

Lively settled her remaining claims against Baldoni’s production company weeks after a judge dismissed most of her lawsuit.

An Award-Winning Broadway Star Couldn't Get CAST—Here's Why

Broadway icon and Disney princess Lea Salonga has paved the way for Asian actors - but it hasn't been easy.

40-Year Marriage Raises TIMELESS Question About Money and Love

“We have all of our financial accounts joint except for our IRAs.”

Mental Health Struggles Led to VIOLENT Attack at Portland Athletic Club

Neighbors: Reported suspect in the Multnomah Athletic Club attack struggled with his mental health in recent years  Oregon Public Broadcasting - OPB Man drives car full of explosives into Oregon athletic club  Yahoo Sources: Suspect in crash, fire at Multnomah Athletic Club was former employee  KPTV UPDATE: PPB Provides Additional Information about Incident in Goose Hollow Neighborhood  City of Portland, Oregon (.gov) Source IDs alleged suspect who crashed SUV full of explosives into the MAC and

NYT Wordle Hints and Solutions for Today

Looking for help with today's New York Times Pips? We'll walk you through today's puzzle and help you match dominoes to tiles.

What Schools Learned When They Banned Cellphones—and It's COMPLICATED

Cellphone bans got devices out of students’ hands, according to the first large study. But behavior and academics have not improved, at least so far.

Heavy Police Presence After Shooting Near Lake Arcadia in EDMOND

Large police presence after shooting near Lake Arcadia in Edmond  KFOR.com At least 10 wounded in shooting at Oklahoma's Arcadia Lake following large party of young people  New York Post Shooting at lake near Oklahoma City injures at least 10  AP News Multiple people shot after Lake Arcadia event  News 9 Mass shooting occurs at campground in US Oklahoma, injuring at least 15: media  Global Times

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