Friday, May 8, 2026

Why Your Job Might Not EXIST in Six Months

The tech sector is leading a rush of mass layoffs. Cloudflare, Upwork, Bill outlined big cuts on Thursday, following Coinbase’s announcement earlier in the week.

Cloudflare's SHOCKING Bet: Fire 20% to Win AI Race

The company’s stock falls as co-founders say the layoffs are “not a cost-cutting exercise.”

The Data Breach That Just Took Down HARVARD

Harvard Canvas Site Goes Down After University Listed in Instructure Breach  The Harvard Crimson Canvas hack strands university students during finals week  CNN Canvas Hacked: Bay Area Colleges Disrupted By Global Cyberattack on Learning Platform  KQED Millions of students’ personal data stolen in major education breach  Malwarebytes “PAY OR LEAK”: Hackers Target Big Higher Ed Vendor  Inside Higher Ed

The Nvidia Deal That Just Changed EVERYTHING for AI Infrastructure

Data center operator IREN announced a partnership with semiconductor giant Nvidia.

What Microsoft REALLY Thought About OpenAI's Secrets

Leaders at the tech giant were skeptical of OpenAI—but wary of pushing it into the arms of Amazon, according to emails dating back to 2018.

Instagram Just Turned Off the ONE Feature Protecting Your DMs

The platform said it would remove end-to-end encrypted messages, a major U‑turn by parent company Meta.

The FREE Apps That Could Replace Your Most EXPENSIVE Subscriptions

If you’re like me, your bank statement looks like a graveyard of monthly $9.99 charges for apps and web services that somehow add up to the price of a used Honda Civic every year. Somewhere over the last decade or two, software companies turned us from owners into renters. And quite frankly, the landlords are getting greedy. But here’s the good news: Whether you’re on a Mac or a PC, there are world-class alternatives that don’t require a monthly tribute to a corporate overlord. We’re talking pro

The Canvas Hack That Makes Every Other Ransomware Look TAME

Thousands of schools around the US were paralyzed on Thursday after education tech firm Instructure shut down access to its Canvas platform following a breach by hackers going by the name ShinyHunters.

Why Your BOSS Might Soon Be an AI

When communications worker Suzanne Selkow decided to open her own consulting practice, she realized that going solo meant fewer opportunities to “turn to a colleague for a gut check,” she says.  Knowing herself to get bogged down in “decision paralysis,” she figured she needed some kind of outside perspective as she launched her business. So she turned to a different kind of mentor—she created an AI career coach using Anthropic’s Claude. “I figured that was actually a practical use case for an L

Nintendo Just Made a Move That Could DOOM Switch 2 Sales

Nintendo said the price of the Switch 2 in the U.S. will rise from $449.99 to $499.99. In Japan, Nintendo will hike the price from 49,980 yen to 59,980 yen.

Are Lawyers Blaming AI for Their Own SLOPPY Work?

Lawyers are getting snagged by AI hallucinations in their filings. But maybe sometimes AI is a contrived excuse for what is actually lawyer slop. An AI Insider scoop.

Why Nintendo Just Made a Decision That Will COST You More

Nintendo is raising the price of its Switch 2 console globally, "in light of changes in market conditions," and is now forecasting a drop in sales over the next year. Starting September 1st, the Switch 2 will cost $499.99 in the US, up from its current $449.99 price. At the same time, prices will also increase by $50 in Canada ($679.99, up from $629.99) and €40 in Europe, bringing it to €499.99 (about $587). The price increases in Japan go into effect sooner, on May 25th, and impact a greater r

Russia's Secret Weapon That Could CHALLENGE Starlink

With the launch of the first 16 satellites, Russia begins construction of a network for satellite internet that aims to cover the entire country by 2030. But getting there won’t be easy.

Sony's AI Vision That Puts Human Creativity at RISK

Sony Group Corporation and its PlayStation division have outlined an AI strategy built on the principle that human creativity must anchor every application of the technology, with both companies’ chief executives pointing to proprietary tools and measurable commercial returns already reshaping their respective operations. Speaking at Sony’s corporate strategy and earnings presentation Friday, Sony Group […]

Nintendo Just Made a Move That's Going to Cost You FIFTY DOLLARS More

The Switch 2 price hike follows similar increases in the prices of other game consoles and consumer electronic devices in the past few months.

The ONE Threat That Could End the AI Race BEFORE It Even Finishes

Returns on investment are still attractive enough to suck capital into the AI infrastructure buildout, but many of the benefits are accruing to companies in Asia rather than the U.S.

Sony's Bold Profit Promise—Despite the PlayStation 5 COLLAPSE Nobody Saw Coming

While hardware sales took a hit in Sony's fourth-quarter, strong revenue from its image sensing and music businesses offset the dip.

The Modern Phone That Brings Back What BlackBerry LOVERS Lost

BlackBerry revivalist phones have been appearing in various forms over the last few years, but the Unihertz Titan 2 Elite is the most credible option yet. The small-scale Chinese boutique-of-sorts Unihertz has spent years refining its formula to balance modern Android capabilities with legacy tactile hardware. In 2026, it’s finally landed on a device that makes the most of its own identity. The naming convention here is admittedly a little confusing. Last year’s Titan 2 was a rugged, wide-format

What AI Toys Are REALLY Teaching Your Children

These cuddly, connected companions could disrupt everything from make-believe to bedtime stories. No wonder some lawmakers want them banned.

The CRISIS That's Making Sony's PlayStation Disappear From Shelves

Sony sold just 1.5 million PS5 consoles in its most recent fourth fiscal quarter, down 46 percent year over year. The slump in PS5 sales comes after Sony raised the price of its PS5 consoles twice over the past year, pushing the price of the regular PS5 from $499.99 all the way up to $649.99. Sony blamed "continued pressures in the global economic landscape," for the price hikes in March, amid an ongoing memory crisis and pressure from the war in Iran. Sony now forecasts that annual gaming reven

Google's Transformation Into Something You Might Not RECOGNIZE

Twenty years ago, if you asked the average person what Google was, they’d tell you it was a search engine. The company became synonymous with searching for information online, reaching a level of dominance no search engine had seen before, or has seen since. Ask the average person today and they’d probably tell you the same thing. Except Google isn’t just that anymore. It’s a far more complicated company, one trying to be all things to all people, and arguably succeeding at none of them. Google

Why Pinterest Is Telling You to DELETE the App and Go Party

Pinterest’s newest ad starts with two young women doomscrolling in the dark. It’s a familiar nightly ritual for millions. As one of them slumps on the bed in a Reels-induced semicoma, the other gets an idea and opens . . . you guessed it, Pinterest. Suddenly, an energetic dance track fills the room, and the two are inspired to get their best ’fits together for a night out. It ends with the tagline, “The best thing you can find online is a reason to go offline.” When the business model for

The Burger King Font Generator You Didn't Know You NEEDED

Burger King’s slogans have long emphasized personalization, like “Have It Your Way” and “Your Rule.” Now there’s a text generator that lets you personalize its logo, too. A new Burger King logo font generator lets users customize the red, rounded letters that sit between the logo’s burnt-orange-colored buns. It’s by Pixel Frame, a website that makes album cover and logo text generators for everything from Drake’s discography to Dragon Ball Z and Donkey Kong. Just a few words will render big and

Why AI's Image Problem Is Getting WORSE—Thanks to Its Own Leaders

Artificial intelligence—surely the most hyped technological development to seize the spotlight in a generation—does not appear to be very popular with the American public. A clear majority recognize AI is a big deal, but recent Pew Research Center polling found more concern than excitement, particularly in its impact on creativity and relationships. Quinnipiac surveys find opinions souring even as usage rises.  It’s associated with job losses, cheating, dubious advice, excessive energy consumpti

The Mobile Gaming Controllers That DESTROY the Competition in 2026

Your iPhone or Android phone can work overtime as a full-on gaming console with the help of these mobile controllers. Backbone makes my favorite.

Why Nintendo Just Made Your Switch 2 $100 MORE Expensive

Nintendo is hiking the price of its Switch 2 gaming console across territories, with plans to increase the cost to $499.99 in the U.S. beginning Sept. 1. Since the Switch 2’s release on June 5, 2025, the gaming hardware has been priced at $449.99. Nintendo’s $50 increase comes amid the increased memory and storage costs […]

The AI Tricks Your Boss Doesn't Want You to KNOW

Fast Company’s global tech editor Harry McCracken and tech writer Jared Newman cut through the AI hype to walk you through the tools and techniques that are making a difference in the way they work. In this conversation, they break down the trends behind 2026’s most forward-thinking organizations and share the practical, steal‑worthy strategies that leaders at all levels can apply right now. Whether you’re refining your road map or scanning the horizon for what’s next, their overview will provid

Apple Just Made It HARDER for Students to Get Their Discount

Watch models like the Apple Watch Series 11 (pictured) are also now available at discounted education rates for the first time. | Photo by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge Apple now requires proof of eligibility from US customers who purchase products online at discounted education rates, which also apply to the Apple Watch for the first time. According to a new pop-up message displayed on Apple's education webstore, Apple is directing students, parents, and teachers to verify their status v

The Search Engine That Could Have Been GOOGLE — and Why It FAILED

Hello again, and welcome back to Fast Company’s Plugged In. Upon hearing of a celebrity’s death, have you ever been startled to realize that they hadn’t left us long ago? That happened to me last weekend. Except the dearly departed in question wasn’t a person, but a company: Ask.com, the web property forever better known by its original brand, Ask Jeeves. For years, I wrote about Ask quite regularly. But when its owner, media conglomerate IAC (which is in the process of changing its own name to

Microsoft Just KILLED Copilot for Xbox—Here's What They're Not Telling You

New Xbox CEO Asha Sharma has confirmed that Microsoft has stopped development of Copilot on console and to begin “winding down” use of the AI service for mobile gaming. Sharma took to X to reveal that Microsoft will retire features “that don’t align with where we’re headed.” Gaming Copilot, which was still in the beta […]

Why 26 Tech Leaders Are Suddenly WORRIED About AI's Future

Artificial intelligence is constantly in the news, and it’s one of the most talked about topics among our Fast Company Impact Council members. Its use and acceptance levels are changing daily, with company direction on how to approach it changing alongside that. Boards, leadership, teams, and customers are also reassessing AI usage in the workplace and in the work product. We asked our Impact Council members what kinds of attitude changes toward AI they are seeing in their ecosystem. This questi

Why Nanoleaf Is Betting EVERYTHING on Robots and Red Light Therapy

Nanoleaf teased a trio of new products focused on embodied AI as it looks to move its brand beyond smart lighting. | Image: Nanoleaf Smart lighting company Nanoleaf has been unusually quiet recently. While competitors such as Govee and Philips Hue have been pumping out new products and innovative features at an impressive pace, Nanoleaf has launched just a handful of smart lighting products in the last two years. There's a reason for this lull - the company has been going through a "brand evol

Why Data Centers Don't Look Like CASTLES—And What That Reveals About Big Tech

As artificial intelligence use skyrockets, tech companies are racing to build data centers, the infrastructure needed to run and teach their models. There are roughly 4,000 data centers around the U.S., with reports suggesting 3,000 more are coming online soon. Just one problem: No one seems to want a data center in their backyard. Communities oppose them because they consume massive amounts of energy and water and pollute the environment. Another concern? Data centers are major eyesores. These

The AI Tool That Cybersecurity Experts Say Was ALREADY Hunting You

The arrival of Anthropic's Mythos jolted banks, software giants and governments into reckoning with a new era of cyber attacks. But the threat is already here.

The SHOCKING Percentage of Airbnb's Code Now Written by MACHINES

Airbnb also said its customer support AI bot now handles 40% of issues without escalating to a human agent.

The AI Power Demand That's About to CRIPPLE America's Grid

PJM Interconnection — which oversees the grid for some of the densest data center developments on Earth — wants to overhaul itself. Not everyone thinks it's up to the task.

The REAL Reason Tech Companies Are Suddenly Blaming AI for Layoffs

April was not a good month for the tech industry in terms of job losses. Last month, major firms—including Microsoft, Meta Platforms, and Snap—all announced significant workforce reductions. But now, May is not shaping up to be any better. This week alone, news emerged that several major tech companies, including Cloudflare, PayPal, and Coinbase, are set to cut thousands of positions. And yes, you can blame AI for the job cuts—or at least the bosses are. Cloudflare cuts more than 1,100 jobs Ye

The Cyberattack That Just Paralyzed Millions of STUDENTS

An alleged cyberattack involving “unauthorized activity” on Canvas caused the site to temporarily shut down on Thursday, officials said.

The 24-Hour Window That Could Save You THOUSANDS at Disrupt

Last day to buy one pass and get a second one at 50% off to TechCrunch Disrupt 2026. Bring a partner, co-founder, or colleague at half off. Register now.

The Two-Button Device That Changes How You READ Forever

Tappy connects to various devices over Bluetooth, not just Boox’s hardware. | Image: Boox Boox has announced its own alternative to the Kobo Remote that offers more functionality than just turning the page while reading on its tablets and e-readers. The Tappy can also be used to scroll vertical content in browsers or social media apps and skip to the next or previous track when listening to music or audiobooks. It's available now through Boox's online store and Amazon for $25.99, making it sli

Why Simple Fitness Bands Might Outlive the AI REVOLUTION

Fitness bands can’t be as simple as they once were before the AI health boom. | Photo by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge This is Optimizer, a weekly newsletter sent every Friday from Verge senior reviewer Victoria Song that dissects and discusses the latest gizmos and potions that swear they're going to change your life. Opt in for Optimizer here. A fitness band is for bettering yourself, but casually. It's lightweight, easy to wear, and not something you have to think too hard about. It's

The Cybertruck Defect That Could Leave You STRANDED

Tesla is recalling its RWD Cybertruck Long Range over faulty brake rotors that could cause the wheels to fall off, as spotted earlier by MotorTrend. In a notice on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's website, Tesla says "brake rotor stud holes may crack and allow the stud to separate from the wheel hub." The recall affects all 173 of the $70,000 Cybertrucks sold by Tesla, which come with 18-inch steel wheels. The company notes that it has identified three warranty claims potenti

The Battle for AI Supremacy That Nobody's Talking ABOUT

Sometimes, companies pick CEOs based on carefully laid succession plans designed to maximize investor confidence and future performance. Other times, apparently, companies pick CEOs based on a bunch of video calls while the current CEO is texting the former CEO about who the new CEO even is. Such was the story of The Blip, the days in 2024 when Sam Altman was ousted from OpenAI. We knew that situation was chaotic; the ongoing Musk v. Altman trial is showing just how chaotic it really was. Verge

Why Your Next Console Might Be Your LAST Console

It's been a real good news / bad news week for Nintendo. Out of nowhere on Wednesday, the company announced a lush remake of Star Fox 64, jolting the dormant franchise to life and helping to fill out a relatively sparse lineup for the Switch 2 for the rest of the year. But then on Friday, Nintendo announced news that had seemed inevitable, but is nonetheless significant: the Switch 2 is getting a price hike and will soon cost $50 more. Nintendo was the last holdout in a console space that has be

Govee's Solar-Powered String Lights Already on Sale for 20 PERCENT Off

I’m not sure if we’ve mentioned this yet, but Govee has been on a tear lately, having recently announced everything from rechargeable table lamps to multicolor, Matter-compatible ceiling lights that can display custom images with retro, pixelated flair. In April, the company also unveiled a 34-foot set of Outdoor Solar String Lights, which are now on sale at Amazon for $79.99 ($20 off) thanks to an on-page coupon. Govee Outdoor Solar String Lights Where to Buy: $99.99 $79.99 at Amazon (with o

Why Truecaller Just CUT 70 Jobs as Ad Revenue Collapses

Truecaller's ad revenue declined by 44%, leading to the layoffs.

Why Most Founders Are Already BEHIND on Raising a Series A

Learn what it takes to build a Series A in 2027 from top VCs at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026, taking place at San Francisco’s Moscone West on October 13-15. Register today to hear this session live on the Builders Stage.

The California Plan That Could PROTECT Workers From AI Takeover

California gubernatorial candidate Tom Steyer is proposing a new jobs guarantee for workers displaced by artificial intelligence.

The Philosopher's Radical Vision for Humanity's FINAL Chapter

The philosopher thinks humans should pursue advanced AI and the promise of a “solved world.”

Why Companies Are TERRIFIED to Use AI Voice Agents

Digital voice agents are not just a cost-reduction tool. They are a platform for redefining customer experience at scale.

Why FanDuel and Coinbase Trading Just STOPPED for Hours

The cloud platform says it is currently working to resolve the outage, caused by overheating at a data center in Northern Virginia.

Why Microsoft FEARED OpenAI Would Flee to Amazon

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and Microsoft CTO Kevin Scott. | Image: Getty Images When OpenAI was busy experimenting with AI-powered gaming bots, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman were in the early days of forming an AI partnership. Court documents from the ongoing Musk v. Altman trial have provided a rare look at the communications between Microsoft's top executives about investing in OpenAI and fears the AI startup could "storm off to Amazon" and "shit-talk" Microsoft. Just days

Why the AI Boom Is About to Make Your Switch 2 WAY More Expensive

If you’ve been debating whether or not to pick up a Nintendo Switch 2 then you’ll want to act soon.  Nintendo says it is raising the Switch 2’s price from $450 to $500 in the U.S. due to “changes in market conditions,” most notably the global shortage of random access memory (RAM). The change is set to go into effect on September 1.  Similar price increases will simultaneously occur in Canada ($630 CAD to $680 CAD) and Europe (€470 to €500). In Japan, the system’s MSRP (manufacturer’s suggested

The Music Tech GIANT Quietly Swallowing Native Instruments

Native Instruments' suite of music production software and gear, including Traktor and Kontakt, will soon live under the inMusic umbrella alongside other music tech brands like Akai Professional and Moog Music. As MusicRadar reports, Native Instruments CEO Nick Williams said the company was looking for a buyer in March, following news it had entered bankruptcy proceedings in Germany. In a blog post announcing the deal, Williams called the acquisition a "fresh start," meaning that for the company

Google's Fitbit Preorder Deal That's Too Good to IGNORE

The fog-colored Fitbit Air looks sharp, and it’s not available at Amazon. | Image: Google Google’s new Fitbit Air, the $99.99 screenless fitness tracker, comes out on May 26th. It’s the company’s first Fitbit release in four years, and you can use it on iOS or Android phones without a paid subscription if all you want to do is track activities, sleep, and basic health metrics (heart rate, breathing rate, etc.). However, for a monthly $9.99 fee, it can tap into Gemini AI-powered features that a

The iPad Keyboard Feature Everyone Should DEMAND From Apple

Logitech is introducing a new feature to its rugged iPad Combo 4 keyboard case that addresses an ongoing issue with the tablet as Apple continues to push it towards being a laptop alternative. The new Rugged Combo 4c and 4c Touch cases, compatible with the 10th and 11th-gen iPads, add a second USB-C port to accommodate accessories like wired mice, headphones, and external drives while the tablet is still plugged into power. Let's hope every iPad keyboard case maker copies Logitech. As with the o

Why OpenAI and Anthropic Just Met With RELIGIOUS Leaders

As concerns mount over artificial intelligence and its rapid integration into society, tech companies are increasingly turning to faith leaders for guidance on how to shape the technology — a surprising about-face on Silicon Valley’s longstanding skepticism of organized religion. Leaders from various religious groups met last week with representatives from companies including Anthropic and OpenAI for the inaugural “Faith-AI Covenant” roundtable in New York to discuss how best to infuse morality

The Defense Contractor Who SOLD Hacking Tools to Russia

Former cybersecurity executive Peter Williams stole several surveillance and hacking tools and sold them for $1.3 million to a Russian broker that works with Putin’s government.

Why PlayStation Just Called AI a POWERFUL Tool for Gaming

As part of an earnings presentation on Friday, Sony shared how it's thinking about AI at the company, including many details about how it's evaluating AI as part of making PlayStation games. Generative AI has recently been showing up in bigger games - though many indie developers still reject it - and while Sony calls AI a "powerful tool," it says that the "vision, the design, and the emotional impact of our games will always come from the talent of our studios and performers." and that "AI is m

Teenage Engineering's New Mixer With ADDICTIVE Performance Effects

The EP-136 KO Sidekick sandwiched between two KO-II samplers. | Image: Teenage Engineering The EP-136 KO Sidekick is Teenage Engineering's stylish new two-channel mixer, clearly designed to connect two of its KO-II samplers for live performances and DJ sets. Though, it can connect any two audio sources, not just TE gear. The mixer leaked a couple of times, but what those leaks didn't show was that it's also a robust effects processor that brings some of TE's beloved punch-in effects to any ins

The AI Startup SMOOTHING Complex Industrial Materials Sales

While many AI companies are betting their products can be useful to a broad segment of businesses, a startup called Emanate is taking the opposite approach, building highly targeted tools designed for complex sales transactions in the industrial materials sector.  Founder and CEO Kiara Nirghin says the somewhat esoteric market, which includes manufacturers, distributors, and service providers working with materials from steel building materials to metal piping, has intricate sales processes invo

Hackers Just Breached What You DRINK — And America Is Next

A report by Poland’s top intelligence agency accused Russia of sabotage and hacking activities against the country’s military and civilian infrastructure.

Apple's Shocking RETURN to the Chipmaker It Once Abandoned

Apple and Intel reached a "preliminary agreement" for Intel to make chips for Apple hardware, The Wall Street Journal reported Friday. Apple had famously moved on from Intel-powered computers with its highly successful transition to Apple Silicon, but now it appears the two companies will be working closely together again. Intel appointed Lip-Bu Tan as its new CEO in March 2025, and in August, the US government took a 10 percent stake in the company. The WSJ says that it's "still unclear" what

Steam's Controller Is BACK — Here's How to Reserve Yours

After quickly selling out of the Steam Controller on May 4th, Valve has launched a reservation system to ensure that you can get one without too much hassle. You may not get one as quickly as you'd like to, but at least you can now easily reserve the $99 controller. If your Steam account is in good standing, and you've purchased something on the account before April 27th of this year, you'll be able to reserve one. Essentially, this will hold your place in line for future restocks. Once a contro

Why Uber's Self-Driving Partner Is Under FEDERAL Investigation

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has opened an investigation into Avride after identifying more than a dozen crashes and one minor injury.

The Phone That Makes Trump's Device Look PATHETIC

These are just five of the 29 versions of the Aurora Lux that Dreame claims it will release. | Screenshot: Dreame Where's the Trump phone? We're going to keep talking about it every week. We've reached out, as usual, to ask about the Trump phone's whereabouts. This week, Trump Mobile has been trumped. It's been another long week without the Trump phone, but it's no longer the only nonexistent phone I have to worry about. Robot vacuum manufacturer Dreame has announced its own set of phones that

The Company REPLACING Humans With AI and Winning

If you’ve taken the New York City subway lately, you might’ve seen an ad that’s driving social media wild. The ad shows messages from two employees: Steve, who says he’s “not coming in today sry,” and an AI sales agent named Ava, who says she booked 12 meetings and researched 1,269 prospects. The ad’s header reads, “Fire Steve. Hire Ava.” In other words, fire humans and replace them with AI. goddamn this sucks pic.twitter.com/InMUGd0y1A — F♯A♯∞, fka ☕️ (@coopercooperco) May 7, 2026 The ad

The Cybertruck Defect That Could Leave You STRANDED

In what is the 11th Cybertruck recall, certain models of Elon Musk’s embattled pickup could experience a sudden, unexpected wheel separation, thanks to the wrong grease and loose nuts.

The Canvas Outage That Left Students in CHAOS

Some schools are warning users not to log back into Canvas yet, after a ransomware group claimed credit for a data breach. Half of North America's higher education institutions use the platform.

Cloudflare Just Made 1,100 Jobs VANISH—While Making RECORD Profits

CloudFlare announced its first large-scale layoff. CEO Matthew Prince says because of AI efficiency gains, the company doesn't need as many support roles.

Everything You Need to Know About AI DATA Centers

Massive new data centers are the physical foundation for tech companies’ hopes and dreams for AI. But the rush to expand warehouses full of energy-hungry servers has also kicked up fights across the world over their impact on power grids, utility bills, nearby communities, and the environment.  From audacious plans to launch data centers into space to the latest legal battles over pollution, The Verge has the biggest news and reporting surrounding data centers. 43 percent of Americans bl

The AI Power Shift That Just Made Nvidia Look VULNERABLE

Intel, AMD and Micron surged double digits this week as investors bet on CPU makers and memory companies powering the next stage of AI

What the Robot Mower Company PROMISES After Running Someone OVER

Yesterday, I told you how a hacker ran me over with a robot lawn mower. We explained how thousands of these bladed Chinese robots, made by Yarbo, could be hijacked with ease - exposing people's GPS coordinates, Wi-Fi passwords, email addresses, and more to any casual hacker who comes along. Today, Yarbo has issued a thorough 1,200-word response that you can read in full below. The company is confirming the security researcher's findings, apologizing, and providing a detailed plan to tackle many

Intel Stock Just Achieved What Wall Street Thought IMPOSSIBLE

Intel is in the midst of transforming its business, with shares rising 14% on Friday following news of a new Apple manufacturing partnership.

Amazon Just Copied TikTok in a Way NO ONE Expected

Amazon Prime Video is joining Netflix and Disney Plus in adding a vertical feed of videos to its streaming app. The new "Clips" feed will offer a stream of short-form videos from shows and movies, with options to jump into the full title, rent, or buy it. Prime Video previously offered a TikTok-style feed with NBA game highlights, but now you can see snippets from titles offered on the platform by scrolling down to the Clips carousel on the app's homepage. "Every time you visit the experience, y

Why Google Just Changed How AI Answers Your QUESTIONS

Google's AI search will start citing its sources in several new ways.

Why Every Streaming Giant Is Suddenly COPYING TikTok's Playbook

The Clips feed aims to enable discovery by offering users a scrollable feed with short snippets of shows and movies.

The Elgato Competitor That Could TRANSFORM Your Streaming Setup

Asus's latest gaming monitor is a little smaller than usual. The ROG Strix XG129C, announced on Friday, is a 12.3-inch touchscreen IPS display that's intended to be a sidekick for a larger main monitor, similar to the 14.1-inch secondary display in the 2020 Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo 15. It's a slightly smaller competitor to Corsair's Xeneon Edge, which has a 14.5-inch display, but the same 720p resolution. Asus says the XG129C covers 125 percent of the sRGB color gamut and 90 percent of the DCI-P3

The Apple Deal That Changes EVERYTHING for Intel

Samsung, Intel and TSMC are the only three companies in the world capable of manufacturing the most advanced chips needed for AI.

Why Sony's AI Tools Will FLOOD the Market With Games

But human artists still "must remain at the center," PlayStation maker says.

What Happened When Laid-Off Oracle Workers Tried to NEGOTIATE Their Exit

Some found out they didn't qualify for WARN Act protections like two-months notice because the company had classified them as remote workers.

How Taylor Swift and Matthew McConaughey Are Fighting AI With TRADEMARKS

Taylor Swift and Matthew McConaughey claim trademark rights in their voices and likenesses. Will this help them in a legal challenge against AI misuse?

The AI Giant's Numbers That Made Investors RUN for the Exit

CoreWeave has been raising debt to finance its data center buildout, and S&P has boosted the company's credit rating.

What Coinbase Just Lost That Has Crypto Holders WORRIED

Crypto trading platform Coinbase reported a surprise first-quarter loss and weaker-than-estimated revenue after the market close Thursday.

The Startup Worth MORE Than Most Countries After Just Six Months

The company is reportedly in talks to raise another $750 million at a pre-money valuation of more than $40 billion. It last raised in November at $32 billion.

The BIZARRE Reason Stocks Are Soaring While Oil Prices Explode

U.S. stocks were lower Thursday but still higher for the week, with the S&P 500 on the verge of breaking above 7,400 for the first time ever.

The UNEXPECTED Guests Driving Airbnb's Fastest Growth

The travel app has seen some demand disruptions from the Iran war, but is showing early success with its recent pivot into offering hotel bookings

The TWO Mystery Companies About to Sign Deals BIGGER Than Meta's

The investment story for Corning looks even sweeter in the wake of Jim Cramer's sit-down with CEO Wendell Weeks.

Why Jim Cramer Says AI Could Save the ENTIRE Economy

CNBC's Jim Cramer said he's confident in the power of the artificial intelligence boom to keep driving stocks higher, despite short pullbacks.

The NEW Fear Keeping Your Borrowing Costs SKY High

Oil, the Iran war and inflation risks are putting a new floor under longer-duration Treasury yields

Why Nvidia Just Bet BIG on This Unknown Company

Nvidia is taking a major stake in Iren to build out a 5-gigawatt global footprint for its AI factory ambitions

Why SoundHound's Acquisition Strategy Just BACKFIRED

The company said revenue would’ve grown more not counting its recent acquisitions, but analysts say they put SoundHound in a strong position.

The VFX Division SHUTDOWN That Just Crushed Sony's Bottom Line

Sony Pictures Entertainment revenue came in roughly flat for fiscal year 2025, as higher sales at its Crunchyroll anime streamer and the success of global blockbuster film “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle” were offset by overall lower revenue from theatrical releases. For the year ended March 31, 2026, Sony Pictures Entertainment had sales […]

The Price Surge That's Making Homeowners Rip Out Their HEATING Systems

Already having faced an energy crisis five years ago, more European consumers believe they are “one Trump-ignited war away” from crushing costs.

The Tariff Nightmare That Just Cost Toyota HALF Its Profit

The world's largest automaker by sales volume saw a 1.89% year-on-year rise in revenue during the fourth quarter ended March.

Why Parents Might Be Your Company's Most VALUABLE Employees

My hiring philosophy is quite simple: find people who raise the bar. In practice, many of those people turn out to be parents. That’s not a coincidence, but it does require a deliberate choice about what you’re actually optimizing for, because the default settings of most high-growth companies screen parents out before they ever get a chance to prove what they can do. AI changed what great performance looks like Being great at your job is no longer about who can put in the most hours. It’s about

Why Tech Stocks May Be the BARGAIN of the Decade Right Now

A succession of strong earnings seasons since then has allowed tech stocks to "grow into" their stock prices.

The Mother Who Says Social Security RUINED Her Retirement

“There’s no way my dad and my mom paid enough into Medicare to cover my dad’s six months in long-term critical care.”

Why Getting More Done at Work Is Making You MORE Stressed

New workplace tools raise expectations faster than people can sustain, creating pressure to keep up, borrowed confidence, and a new kind of stress at work.

The Market Reversal That Hasn't Happened in FIVE Years

There had been ample warnings that stocks with price momentum had shot up too quickly, and on Thursday gravity reasserted itself.

The Companies Making BILLIONS From Iran War Chaos

Through surging profits or soaring share prices, the war has been a boon for some firms.

The Tiny Airport That Lost EVERY Single Flight Overnight

Arnold Palmer Regional Airport in rural western Pennsylvania had only one commercial carrier. Spirit Airlines’ closure has left it scrambling to find a replacement.

The Jobs Report That Will Reveal What War Did to HIRING

The war continues to drive up gas prices, threatening a drag on the economy.

Why Americans Are Still Spending BIG on Mother's Day Despite Rising Prices

It's the biggest day for America's restaurants, and one of the biggest for flower sales. Despite anxieties over rising gas prices, people are ready to splurge to celebrate.

The Savings Account Paying 4.21% That NOBODY Is Talking About

We analyzed “best savings account” reviews from 8 financial sites to bring you the most-recommended savings accounts this month

How Getting FIRED Saved Me From Credit Card Slavery

The biggest promotion is often the one we can give ourselves by cutting back on our spending.

I'm 66 With $100K to Invest—Is NOW the Right Time?

“I own my home and I have no debt.”

The Retirement Dream That's FORCING Seniors Back to Work

People return to work for many reasons, but the biggest is financial need. As costs remain high, more retirees could be looking to re-enter the job market.

Americans Just Stopped SPENDING and Nobody Knows Why

Something funny just happened in the U.S. economy, according to Bank of America after the nation’s number-two bank looked at credit- and debit-card use by its customers.

Why Wall Street Insiders Are BUYING at All-Time Highs

If hostilities dissipate in the Persian Gulf then investors should be able to refocus their attention on the real drivers of the market: earnings and the AI boom

What Traders Are WATCHING That Could Change Everything Tomorrow

Stock futures are higher as traders monitor U.S.-Iran developments; April jobs report looms: Live updates  CNBC Stock market today: Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq slip as oil rises, AI trade takes a breather  Yahoo Finance Dow Jones Futures Rise As Trump Says U.S.-Iran Ceasefire Holds; Akamai, Cloudflare, IREN Are Big Earnings Movers  Investor's Business Daily Oil Prices Rise as U.S. and Iran Test Truce With Military Strikes  nytimes.com S&P 500 ends down as chip stocks give up gains  Reuters

The American Fuel That Could Save Europe From RUNNING DRY

The price of jet fuel most European airlines currently use has jumped by half since the start of the war.

The Cloud Stock That Just EXPLODED 25% in Hours

Cybersecurity and cloud computing firm Akamai reported first-quarter earnings on Thursday and saw its cloud infrastructure business grow 40% year-on-year.

The $22 Billion Problem That Could DESTROY Kalshi

Grant Mainland had a tough day at the office earlier this week. A lawyer representing the prediction markets platform Kalshi, Mainland appeared before the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court on May 4 with an unenviable task: persuading the justices that a company that has literally advertised itself as the “first app for legal sports betting in all 50 states” is not, technically speaking, offering people the opportunity to bet on sports. Mainland was hoping to get the court to overturn a lower

The S&P 500 Target That's TERRIFYING Wall Street Bears

Earnings and a supportive economic backdrop should help stocks, says RBC

Why AMC Just Took a $4 Million HIT

AMC Global Media (recently rebranded from AMC Networks) reported its first-quarter 2026 earnings Friday, showing streaming revenue rose even as overall paid subscribers ticked down. Per AMC, streaming subscribers were down 1% year-over-year to 10.1 million during the January-March quarter. AMC also reports that ad-support AMC+ hard-bundle agreements were up 200% year over year to 1.8 million, […]

The Tax Loophole for the RICH That States Are Finally SHUTTING DOWN

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act turbocharged the tax break on QSBS, but states including New York and Oregon have taken aim at the incentive.

The Financial Moves New Grads Are Making That Could Make Them MILLIONAIRES

Financial experts say building intentional saving and spending habits early can go a long way toward long-term financial success.

How Iran's War Just Cost Toyota £3 BILLION—And Your Car Could Be Next

Carmaker gives one of biggest warnings yet of conflict’s impact on businesses while Trump tariffs also take toll Toyota has reported a £3bn hit from costs from the war in Iran, as prices of parts and materials soared and sales dropped. The world’s biggest carmaker said profits declined in its financial year to March as it was “likely unable to absorb newly added impact from the Middle East”, in one of the largest warnings yet of the war’s impact on businesses. Continue reading...

Why Women's Confidence in Saving Could Actually Be COSTING Them Money

About half of women have most of their non-retirement savings either in low-yielding accounts or physical cash, neither of which keep up with inflation.

The Job Market Number That Just DEFIED Every Economist's Prediction

Nonfarm payrolls were expected to increase by 55,000 in April, according to the Dow Jones consensus.

Wall Street's New NACHO Bet: Why Traders Think Oil Chaos Is PERMANENT

Traders are embracing the “NACHO” trade, betting Hormuz disruptions and elevated oil prices will persist longer than expected.

Why Gen Z Is ABANDONING the Single Job—And What They're Doing Instead

The percentage of the workforce holding multiple jobs has been rising since 2020, reaching an all-time high last fall. “Income stacking” is popular with Gen Z.

The $225K Pension Dilemma: Why This Couple Refuses to Trust Their EMPLOYER

“Ideally, we are looking for a guaranteed return with minimal risk.”

The Uber-Backed Company That Just Made Its Billion-Dollar MOVE

After years of hints and preparation, Lime plans to enter the public markets.

The Mystery ETF That Just Sucked In $1 Billion in ONE Day

Roundhill Investment's Memory ETF (DRAM) tracking the red-hot memory sector has raised more than $5 billion since its April 2 launch.

The 7 Stocks About to Experience a Post-Earnings EXPLOSION

S&P 500 investors are charging ahead — and bullish market indicators blaze the trail.

The Tech Trade Everyone's Missing That's Crushing the NASDAQ

While Wall Street fixates on the “Magnificent Seven,” South Korea’s KOSPI has quietly delivered a staggering 75% gain since January.

The Fed Chair Who Won't Tell You How RICH He Really Is

The Fed chair nominee has filed 69 pages about his finances that mostly tell you what he won’t tell you. The Senate is ready to confirm him anyway.

The Dark Secret Behind Those 'Perfect' Retirement Communities

What to keep in mind before paying $400,000 to $1 million in entry fees to move into a continuing-care retirement community.

Why BuzzFeed Just Missed a Deadline That Could DESTROY the Company

The company was granted an extension until May 18 on a $5 million debt payment after issuing a going-concern warning earlier this year.

Americans Just Reached Their DARKEST Economic Outlook Ever Recorded

Surging gas prices due to the Iran war sent consumer sentiment to a new low in the early part of May.

How Two Brothers Became BILLIONAIRES Fueling China's Chip War

Shares of Hubei Dinglong more than doubled in the past year, making cofounder Zhu Shuangquan and his younger brother Shunquan the latest members of the billionaire club.

Why Gas Prices Are Making Americans Feel WORSE Than Ever

Consumer sentiment hit a record low in May, the University of Michigan said, and showed the lowest reading among Republicans since President Donald Trump’s 2024 election.

Jeffrey Gundlach's 'HERO' Trade If Treasury Does the Unthinkable

The ‘bond king’ put a bond-swap plan into action a couple of years ago as he sees the U.S. government’s funding woes worsening.

The Train Operator Being SEIZED by the Government in Months

GWR, which runs trains between London and South Wales, will come under government control.

Why Apple's Biggest Bull Just Predicted a 37% SURGE

Wedbush’s Daniel Ives thinks next month’s WWDC event will be a “major inflection point” for the stock.

The $3.15 Billion Valuation That Proves OnlyFans' DOMINANCE

The parent company of OnlyFans, the porn-friendly creator site that rakes in billions of dollars in annual revenue, has sold a 16% stake to Architect Capital for $535 million. The deal announced by U.K.-based Fenix International Ltd., owner and operator of OnlyFans, gives the company a $3.15 billion valuation. The deal comes after the death […]

The Financial Transition Every Parent MUST Prepare Their Child For

Also in Weekend Reads: A surprising stock market, jobs running counter to the AI trend, Micron’s cycle and advice from the Moneyist.

The Chipmaker Now Worth MORE Than America's Biggest Bank

Micron has added $200 billion in market capitalization over the past week.

Five Things Nvidia Won't Tell You Before EARNINGS Day

The chip maker’s stock has been a laggard — but Goldman Sachs sees five potential catalysts that could come out of its earnings call later this month.

Inside Primark's Massive New Manhattan FLAGSHIP Store

Fast fashion retailer Primark has opened its 40th U.S. store with the debut of its Herald Square flagship outlet in Manhattan's Penn District.

Why Michael Burry Sees 1999 BUBBLE Déjà Vu Right Now

"Stocks are not up or down because of jobs or consumer sentiment," Burry wrote. "Feeling like the last months of the 1999-2000 bubble."

Why This VC Firm Sees Moms as the ECONOMIC Engine

The VC firm, which focuses on mothers as consumers, raised a $10 million debut fund.

How Stock Pullbacks Could Make You RICHER Than Before

Following its Q1 2026 earnings release, Fluor is pulling back by 15%.

AI's Inflation Predictions Are EMBARRASSINGLY Wrong

A “low-tech” tool from the Cleveland Fed consistently outperforms generative AI, which has struggled to provide reliable forecasts.

Why Lime Is Rushing to IPO Before It's TOO LATE

Investors will soon be able to invest in an e-bike and e-scooter pure play again, following Bird’s turbulent prior run on the public market.

Porsche Just KILLED Three of Its Biggest Bets

More than 500 people will be affected by the closures.

The Launch Deal That Just Sent Rocket Lab SOARING 30%

Enthusiasm for space stocks has skyrocketed ahead of SpaceX's anticipated IPO.

Why Memory Chip Stocks Are Going PARABOLIC Right Now

Micron Technology shares caught fire this week amid a global shortage of memory chips. The stock is heading for its best week since 2008.

The FREE Money Nearly Half of Women Are IGNORING

This is almost a guaranteed way to end up with too little money in retirement.

How Planet Fitness Lost Its Way and CUSTOMERS Noticed

Planet Fitness acknowledged marketing missteps and showed slower growth in the crucial first few months of the year.

The Employer Trick That's ENRAGING Job Seekers on LinkedIn

An in-person remote position sounds like an oxymoron, but that’s exactly what athletic supplement company Inno Supps was advertising in a LinkedIn job posting that’s gone viral for all the wrong reasons. Though its listing for a senior copywriter was labeled as remote, job seekers were quick to call out the fine print at the top of the job description: “Please apply only if you are willing to eventually work onsite in Henderson, Nevada,” it read. “While this role is listed as ‘remote’ for visibi

Why the Fed May Be TRAPPED With No Way Out

Friday's jobs report provided evidence that the central bank's larger concern is a cost of living that is getting increasingly hard to bear.

The Job Numbers That Hide What's REALLY Happening to Workers

US economy posts second straight month of strong job gains, but strains remain  Reuters The Federal Reserve is quickly running out of reasons to cut interest rates  CNBC US economy added 115,000 jobs in April, beating expectations  Fox Business April hiring beat expectations, but economists warn the labor market is ‘frozen’  CNN The job market is healing for everyone—except in the office  Fortune

The 11 Seconds That Decide Whether You Get the JOB or Not

These four tips should make you stand out at a time when hiring managers barely scan a resume—or have AI do it for them.

The Coffee Giant Quietly Filing for an IPO That Could RESHAPE Fast Food

The restaurant company owns Dunkin', Arby's, Buffalo Wild Wings, Baskin Robbins, Sonic Drive-In and Jimmy John's.

Why This Fed Reform Proposal Could Be a TRAP for the Economy

Warsh’s belief that AI is a guaranteed disinflationary force could trigger premature rate cuts.

The LONG List of Wendy's Locations Shuttering in Turnaround Plan

Wendy’s shares rose on Friday after the fast-food giant reported stronger-than-expected quarterly earnings, beating analyst estimates despite poor U.S. store performance, with U.S. same-restaurant sales falling 7.8%. That slow but steady growth reflects the burger chain’s effort to turn around sales by shedding low-performing American restaurants and improving menu quality. The plan comes amid an overall decline in fast-food store traffic, as Americans consumers grapple with higher prices and th

The Market Just Did Something It Hasn't Done in MONTHS

Investors weighed data on the American jobs market and conflicting signals about status of the conflict in the Persian Gulf.

The $400K Life Insurance Decision That Could Haunt This 56-Year-Old

“The agent said he could not add my brother because he does not depend on my income, so has no insurable interest.”

The Union Move That Could Change Aviation FOREVER

ALPA leaders have approved dues reduction, while American Airlines pilot leaders will ask members to vote on a revised merger approval process.

The ONE Thing Chili's Did That Sparked Its MASSIVE Comeback

Chili’s has had a major comeback in recent years. The casual dining chain turned 50 last year, and recently reported 20 consecutive quarters of growth. Chili’s CEO Kevin Hochman told Business Insider that the success of the chain boils down to two things: marketing and operations.  “We have a saying here: marketing brings them in, and ops brings them back,” Hochman told BI. Hochman shared this sentiment with analysts and investors during an earnings call with investors last year. It’s clear the

The Corporate Bias Costing Shareholders BILLIONS Every Year

Discarding experienced workers isn’t a strategy — it’s short-sighted thinking that AI won’t fix.

The Chip Rally That's Making Investors RICH

There’s been a dramatic “return to AI data-center optimism,” one analyst notes.

The One Dollar That Could DESTROY Your Retirement

The new Roth reality: Stealth taxes and Medicare penalties make the stakes higher than ever.

Why Gold Just Crossed the Line That Signals MORE Gains

Gold broke above an important short-term technical level on Friday — a sign that the precious metal may be starting to regain momentum after a sluggish stretch since the start of the Iran conflict.

The Truth Social Numbers That Just EXPOSED Trump Media's Reality

Trump Media and Technology Group, operator of social-media platform Truth Social, reported a massive net loss for the first three months of 2026 and less than $1 million in total sales. For the first quarter, TMTG generated net sales of $871,200, up 6% year over year. The company reported a $405.9 million net loss and […]

What Just Happened to San Francisco's Housing Market Will SHOCK You

The invisible force behind all of this is no mystery to anyone paying attention to the city's tech economy. San Francisco is home to some of the most valuable private companies in the world, and their employees have been quietly accumulating — and, increasingly, cashing out — fortunes.

Dunkin's Stock Market Return Has a TWIST Nobody Expected

Inspire Brands — which owns Dunkin’, Arby’s and other chains — has confidentially filed for an IPO.

The Money Managers That Just SAVED This Woman's Relationship With Her Mom

An extra set of eyes on these kinds of tasks can help people remain independent longer

Why This Democrat Just Hinted He Might ABANDON His Party

In an opinion piece in The Washington Post, the Pennsylvania senator wrote that while he was “at odds” with the party’s approach to some issues, his values had not changed.

The Supreme Court Ruling That Could EXPOSE Your Political Donations

The high court recognized that government requests alone can chill support and trigger First Amendment concerns.

The Trump Health Deal COLLAPSING Over What's Buried Underground

The tussle put a spotlight on the administration’s attempt to replace the United States Agency for International Development with a new, “America First” alternative.

The Map That Could END Democratic Representation in Tennessee

After a Supreme Court ruling that weakened the Voting Rights Act of 1965, Republicans carved up a majority-Black Memphis seat as the national redistricting wars continue.

Why Trump Wants to Call This Group a Refugee EMERGENCY

The move would further solidify the U.S. refugee program as a pipeline for the white minority from South Africa.

What the FBI Just Revealed About the Austin SHOOTER

No evidence Austin shooter was "associated with a Foreign Terrorist Organization," FBI concludes

The RIGHT-WING Claims That Just Triggered a Federal Investigation of Mexico

The State Department said it would review all Mexican consulates in the United States, following claims in conservative media that the consulates interfere in politics.

Why Comey Is DESPERATE to Avoid This North Carolina Courtroom

Comey seeks to cancel upcoming court appearance in North Carolina in Trump threat case  Politico Judge conditionally agrees to cancel Comey appearance in Trump threat case  The Hill Acting attorney general says indictment against James Comey goes beyond seashell photo  NBC News Blanche Says Others Who Post ‘86 47’ Message Won’t Be Charged Like Comey  nytimes.com Comey’s lawyers want Greenville hearing on Trump threat charges cancelled  WITN

When Britain Will Finally Know Who WON

Millions have voted in parliamentary elections in Scotland and Wales, and local elections in England.

What the Former CIA Chief Just Revealed About the New POWER Struggle

The Map That Just ERASED a Democratic Seat From EXISTENCE

Tennessee lawmakers approve new House map to eliminate Democratic-held seat  The Washington Post Tennessee Republicans pass US House map carving up Memphis days after SCOTUS guts Voting Rights Act  Tennessee Lookout How GOP's Tennessee redistricting map impacts Nashville, Memphis elections  The Tennessean Brother of Rep. Justin Pearson among protesters reportedly detained during special session at TN Capitol  WSMV ‘Jim Crow on steroids’: Tennessee gerrymander included nixing rule that voters mus

The Court Ruling That Just CRUSHED Trump's Economic GAMBIT

Trade court rules against Trump’s global tariff  The Washington Post Trade Court Rules Trump’s 10% Global Tariff Is Illegal  nytimes.com Federal court rules against new global tariffs Trump imposed after loss at the Supreme Court  AP News What the latest ruling on Trump’s tariffs could mean for businesses  Yahoo Finance Liberty Justice Center Victorious in Lawsuit Challenging Trump’s Section 122 Tariffs  Liberty Justice Center

Six Things That Could CHANGE Scotland Forever Today

Results are expected to be announced across the country from early on Friday afternoon.

The MAPS That Show Why Britain's Political Landscape Just SHIFTED Forever

See which parties are winning - and losing – across the UK and who’s won in your area, using our interactive tool.

What Trump's NEW Deadline Could Mean for Your European VACATION

President Donald Trump said he will give the European Union until July 4 to ratify its trade agreement with the U.S.

The Election Results That Reveal Britain's Political FRACTURE

Reform are the winners so far, with more results still to be declared.

Bond Traders Are Circling the UK Like VULTURES—Here's Why Starmer Should Worry

The U.K. is counting votes after an election of local councilors and devolved governments on Thursday.

Why Thousands of Immigrants Are Suddenly ABANDONING Their Cases and Fleeing

People facing the prospect of prolonged ICE detention are increasingly abandoning their claims for humanitarian protection and agreeing to depart voluntarily.

What Trump's Truth Social Posts Reveal About His OBSESSIONS in the Oval Office

The bulk of the president's social media posts don't make news. But taken together they show what's on his mind as he leads the nation through war and domestic turmoil.

The Kash Patel Video That Put Him in HEADLINES This Week

Plus: The Met Gala, GameStop, Canada and Banksy (again!).

The Demographic COLLAPSE That's About to Reshape American Education

With fewer students, many public school districts are confronting unfilled classrooms, and hard choices about school closures.

The Democrat Who's Making Iowa Republicans PANIC

Rob Sand, Iowa’s auditor, is campaigning for governor with a pragmatic message that eschews strict partisanship.

The Map Redraw That Just ERASED Thousands of Votes

Anger mounts after Tennessee Republicans redraw maps – US politics live  The Guardian New map splits Memphis  USA Today Photos from the second day of the 2026 special session in Nashville  The Tennessean Brother of Rep. Justin Pearson among protesters reportedly detained during special session at TN Capitol  WSMV Tennessee Republicans pass US House map carving up Memphis days after SCOTUS guts Voting Rights Act  Tennessee Lookout

Trump's $1 Million 'Gold Card' FAILED—And the Reason Is EMBARRASSING

President Donald Trump's "Gold Card," which promised U.S. residency in "record time," has been dogged by delays and legal questions.

The Government's NEW UFO System That Just Went Live—And What It Means

Presidential Unsealing and Reporting System for UAP Encounters (PURSUE)  U.S. Department of War (.gov) Pentagon begins releasing new files on UFOs and says the public can draw its own conclusions  Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Trump drops hints of what's coming in new batch of UFO files set for release  PBS Trump admin releases highly anticipated files documenting UFOs, 'extraterrestrial life'  Fox News Trump to release UFO files featuring pilot encounters today, congressman says  The Independent

What Cartoonists Are Saying About This Week's Political CHAOS

Every week political cartoonists throughout the country and across the political spectrum apply their ink-stained skills to capture the foibles, memes, hypocrisies and other head-slapping events in the world of politics. The fruits of these labors are hundreds of cartoons that entertain and enrage readers of all political stripes. Here's an offering of the best of this week's crop, picked fresh off the Toonosphere. Edited by Matt Wuerker.

The Doctors Who Can Now Stay — and Everyone Else Left BEHIND

Libyan Dr. Faysal Alghoula must renew his green card to continue caring for roughly 1,000 patients in southwestern Indiana, but hasn’t been able to since the Trump administration stopped reviewing applications for people from several dozen countries it deemed high-risk. Alghoula’s current visa will expire in September if his application is denied. But last week, the administration quietly made an exemption for medical doctors with pending visa or green card applications, possibly allowing Alghou

The Court Decision That Just SHATTERED Democrats' Counter to Trump

In the ongoing redistricting wars, Virginia was seen as an opportunity for Democrats to pick up as many as four seats.

The MISLEADING Data the Supreme Court Used in Its Voting Rights Ruling

Supreme court’s Voting Rights Act ruling cited misleading data from DoJ  The Guardian The Supreme Court broke democracy by saying the quiet part out loud  vox.com Supreme Court just gave Black voters a shot at real power beyond safe seats  Fox News Federal appellate court scraps its ruling against Louisiana’s legislative boundaries  Louisiana Illuminator The Supreme Court had a chance to limit partisan gerrymandering but has instead turbocharged it  NBC News

Why This State Just DEFIED Federal Orders on Vaccines

As state leaders change laws to make vaccines more accessible, a coalition of doctors, public health advocates and everyday Coloradans is trying to start a public conversation about their importance.

The Former Diplomat Who Spied for Cuba and May LOSE Everything

The Justice Department is seeking to denaturalize a former diplomat who was caught spying for the Cuban government.

Why California Republicans Are Racing to the RIGHT in This Brutal Standoff

Forced to fight for political survival because of redistricting, Ken Calvert and Young Kim, both Republicans, are accusing each other of being insufficiently MAGA.

Why ABC Claims Trump's FCC Probe Could SILENCE Protected Speech Forever

Disney’s ABC is firing back at the FCC, accusing the agency of engaging in actions that “threaten to upend decades of settled law and practice and chill critical protected speech.” The issue involves an FCC investigation into whether talk-show “The View” qualifies for an exemption to the agency’s equal-time political rule but ABC argues that […]

The Court Ruling That Just CRUSHED Democrats' Redistricting Strategy

The decision is a major victory for Republicans, wiping away a measure approved by voters to allow Democrats to gain as many as four House seats in the midterms.

The Tariff Setback That Could DERAIL Trump's China Strategy

For the president, a major legal defeat could undercut his leverage as he prepares to head to Beijing next week for high-stakes trade negotiations.

The Government Action That Has ABC Crying FIRST AMENDMENT Violation

The network’s argument, made to the F.C.C., is the most aggressive posture taken yet by a television network toward the Trump administration.

What Trump Just Revealed About UFOs That Has EVERYONE Talking

The Pentagon released a trove of images and documents on its website, saying the files depict what it calls “unidentified anomalous phenomena.”

The $400M TikTok Deal That Has NOTHING to Do With Banning It

The administration is nearing a $400 million TikTok settlement over alleged children's privacy violations, which would fund D.C. "beautification" projects, sources say.

Why Rubio Says Trump's Verbal ATTACKS Will Continue Despite Rome Success

Rubio charms in Rome, but he says Trump’s verbal attacks may continue  The Washington Post Nato refusing US permission to use bases is ‘a problem’, says Rubio after Meloni meeting – as it happened  The Guardian Rubio backs NATO in Rome as US-Italy tensions simmer  politico.eu Italy-US ties strained as pope and Iran war dominate talks  Al Jazeera Rubio Signals Truce With Pope and Meloni After They Clashed With Trump  The New York Times

Five Election Moments the Media MISSED Completely

Campaigners have been fighting each other for votes, but there have also been heart-warming moments.

The Court Decision That Just ERASED Democrats' Voting Map

The Virginia Supreme Court on Friday overturned the state's redistricting ballot measure.

Why ABC and Disney Are Claiming Trump VIOLATED Their Rights

ABC is accusing the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of violating its First Amendment rights by making "major shifts in policy and practice" that the network claims will chill free speech. The network is asking the FCC to "affirm its long-standing approach to the bona fide news interview exemption" for daytime talk show The View, and the agency's support of "public interest services provided by broadcast stations." ABC says that a series of actions from the FCC "suggests that the Commissi

The 12 Americans Trump Is About to STRIP of Citizenship

The targeted Americans are accused of fraud or other misdeeds that can qualify them to lose citizenship, but denaturalization has rarely been invoked in the past.

The Trump Critic Who Might LOSE Everything in His Primary

On "Forbes Newsroom," Republican strategist Brittany Martinez responded to the victory of candidates backed by President Trump in the Indiana Republican primaries.

Why a Judge Just Called DOGE's ChatGPT Use ILLEGAL

The Department of Government Efficiency's cancellation of over $100 million in grants was unconstitutional, according to a ruling on Thursday. In the 143-page decision, US District Judge Colleen McMahon cites DOGE's process for eliminating grants, which involved using ChatGPT to determine if something is related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). The ruling, which stems from a 2025 lawsuit filed by humanities groups, says "it could not be more obvious that DOGE used the mere presence of

The No-Bid Deal Behind Washington's BLUE Pool Mystery

President Trump handpicked a firm he said had worked on his swimming pool to repair the iconic site near the Lincoln Memorial.

Why James Comey Is Going to Trial Over a SEASHELL

James Comey is tentatively set to stand trial on July 15 on charges that he allegedly threatened to kill President Trump by posting a photo of seashells on a beach.

The Court Decision That Just UPENDED Democrats' Midterm Strategy

Virginia Supreme Court blocks Democratic congressional map, boosting GOP midterm hopes  NBC News Virginia Court Strikes Down Redistricted Voting Map in a Huge Blow to Democrats  The New York Times Top House Democrat vows to go ‘all in’ on 2028 gerrymandering push after Virginia setback  CNN Virginia Supreme Court throws out redistricting referendum results  Axios Virginia Supreme Court rules on new congressional map  Fox News

The Virginia Decision That Could RESHAPE Political Maps Nationwide

The ruling was a major lift to the G.O.P. efforts to build a structural advantage through redistricting.

Thousands Could Lose Their Passports Under a Law Most Don't KNOW EXISTS

An aggressive new policy from the U.S. State Department that will force a group of Americans to give up their passports. On Thursday, the department announced that it would begin revoking passports for anyone who owes more than $2,500 in outstanding child support payments. The planned crackdown was first reported by the Associated Press in February, but made official on Thursday. “Under President Trump, the Department of State is using commonsense tools to support American families and strengthe

The Court Ruling That Just DEMOLISHED Democrats' Power in Virginia

Also, what health experts want you to know about hantavirus. Here’s the latest at the end of Friday.

Why ABC Just DEFIED the Trump Administration

FCC chair hasn't been able to bully ABC and owner Disney into submission.

Why NY Democrats Are About to PULL Their Punches

The Historic DEFEAT That Just Put Labour's Future in Jeopardy

Reform makes huge gains in England, as Labour loses power in Wales and the SNP becomes the largest party in Scotland.

What Trump Officials Are DENYING Tells You Everything About Their Next Move

Immigration hard-liners have grown frustrated with the level of deportations and the Department of Homeland Security’s attempts, under its new secretary, to stay under the radar.

The ICE Detention Ruling That Just Changed EVERYTHING for Lawmakers

A federal appeals court declined, for now, to halt an order requiring D.H.S. to permit unannounced visits to immigration detention centers by Democrats in Congress.

Alabama's DESPERATE Supreme Court Plea to Use Its Controversial Voting MAP

State officials urged the justices to allow them to jettison Alabama’s congressional district map, citing the Supreme Court’s recent decision that dealt a blow to the Voting Rights Act.

What Just Happened in the Strait of Hormuz Could Change EVERYTHING

CENTCOM's statement does not mention the status of the U.S.-Iran ceasefire, which has already been frayed by repeated claims that its terms are being breached.

The Pacific Nation That Just Lost Its Leader in DRAMATIC Fashion

Jeremiah Manele toppled after months of political upheaval in the nation seen as one of China’s closest partners in the Pacific Solomon Islands prime minister Jeremiah Manele lost power in a no-confidence vote in the South Pacific country’s parliament, ending months of political uncertainty. Parliament was adjourned to allow the governor general to make arrangements for the election of a new prime minister. Continue reading...

The HORRIFYING Charges Against Two Women Who Left Australia

A third woman who also returned to Australia from Syria was charged with joining a terrorist organisation.

The DISTURBING Threat Against Prince Andrew That Led to Charges

Alex Jenkinson, 39, of Stowmarket, Suffolk, has been remanded in custody ahead of a court appearance.

Why the Saudis Just BLOCKED America's Military Plan

Saudi Arabia’s refusal of support suggests that President Trump’s unpredictable approach to Iran has strained ties with one of his closest allies in the Middle East.

The Chinese Spy Scandal Rocking UK POLITICS

Several of the papers report that a Home Office official has been found guilty of working for Chinese intelligence.

Why Russia's Venice Biennale Presence Is So CONTROVERSIAL

Letter: Why Russia’s presence at Venice Biennale is so vexed  Financial Times Venice Biennale 'not a court', president says after readmitting Russia  Reuters Pussy Riot protest at Venice Biennale forces Russian pavilion to briefly close  The Guardian Russia, Israel, United States: 'Pariah' pavilions spark controversy at Venice Biennale  Le Monde.fr ‘Exclusion can only satisfy the ego’: Venice Biennale president hits out at critics amid Russia and Israel controversy  The Art Newspaper

Why U.S. Warships Just Opened FIRE on Iran

The U.S. conducted "self-defense" strikes against Iranian targets after Iran fired at U.S. destroyers in the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday, according to CENTCOM.

The English Election Results Coming In RIGHT Now

Elections 2026 live: Votes being counted in some English council elections with first results coming in  BBC Starmer Braces for Local Election Losses Amid New Era of UK Politics  nytimes.com London elections 2026: Counting under way for 10 boroughs  BBC British voters cast ballots in local elections seen as a verdict on Keir Starmer’s leadership  NBC News Live results map: Wales, Scotland and local elections  New Statesman

Why U.S. Warships Just Opened FIRE in the World's Most DANGEROUS Waterway

Iran accuses the US of violating the truce, alleging it targeted an oil tanker and carried out attacks on coastal areas.

The ISIS Women Facing SLAVERY Charges After Returning Home

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Why China Just SENTENCED Two of Its Most Powerful Military Leaders

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Why Russians Are REFUSING to Celebrate the Kremlin's Biggest DAY

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Why Trump's Ceasefire Claim Doesn't Match What Just Happened in HORMUZ

Trump says US-Iran ceasefire still in place after exchange of fire in Strait of Hormuz  BBC Live updates: Trump says ceasefire remains after US and Iran exchange fire  CNN US Fires at Iranian Targets as Trump Demands Tehran Accept Deal  Bloomberg.com Iran and U.S. exchange fire in Strait of Hormuz  Axios UAE countering Iranian air attack after Trump says ceasefire still in effect  Reuters

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What Three Australian Women Did in Syria That Led to SLAVERY Charges

3 Australian women back from Syria face slavery and terrorism charges over alleged IS links  AP NewsSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News

Why 10 Hikers Are Still MISSING After This Volcano Erupted

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Live Updates: U.S. launches "self-defense strikes" on Iran, says warships came under fire in Strait of Hormuz  CBS News Middle East crisis live: Trump insists ceasefire is intact after Iran and US exchange fire in Hormuz  The Guardian U.S. and Iran trade fire in Strait of Hormuz; each claims other shot first  CNBC U.S. military says it intercepted Iranian attacks on 3 Navy ships in Strait of Hormuz  NPR Day 69 of Middle East conflict — Trump warns Iran to sign a deal ‘fast’  CNN

The POWER SHIFT at NATO That Signals America's Retreat

President Trump's decision to leave NATO in the dark before launching strikes on Iran has inflamed tensions and is putting new urgency on rethinking the alliance.

The Chinese Spies in the UK That NOBODY Is Surprised About

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Why Iran's Missile Barrage Is Being Called a TRIFLE by the White House

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The Diplomatic Crisis Between Trump and the POPE

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The Victory Day Ceasefire That NOBODY Is Actually Honoring

The two sides report responding to hundreds of drone attacks, just hours into a truce to cover celebrations of the Soviet Union's victory over Nazi Germany.

The Ceasefire That Lasted Less Than 24 HOURS

The Iran war's shaky ceasefire was further strained on Friday as the United Arab Emirates responded to a missile and drone strikes.

The UK Election Results That Could RESHAPE Britain's Political Future

Reform UK has made gains at the expense of Labour and the Conservatives in early council election results overnight.

Why British Voters Just Delivered a BRUTAL Message to Their Leader

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The Iran Peace Deal Deadline That Could Change EVERYTHING Today

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Friday that the U.S. is expecting a response from Iran on Washington's proposal to end the war.

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The Two Oil Tankers the U.S. Just STRUCK — and What Iran Was Trying to Hide

The shaky U.S. ceasefire with Iran has been repeatedly undermined this week, even as President Donald Trump insists it remains in effect.

Why Zelenskyy Just WARNED Russia's Allies to Stay Away

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Why U.S. Forces Just Opened FIRE in the Gulf of Oman

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The THREE-DAY Window That Could Change the Course of the War

Trump announces three-day ceasefire in Russia-Ukraine war  Al Jazeera Live updates: Trump announces a 3-day Russia-Ukraine ceasefire  AP News Trump announces three-day ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia with prisoner swap  The Independent Ukraine's Zelenskiy confirms US announcement of ceasefire, prisoner exchange  Reuters Trump announces Russia-Ukraine three-day ceasefire from 9 May  The Guardian

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The Workout Hack That Builds MORE Muscle With LESS Sweat

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

The SHOCKING Cancer Risk Hiding in Male Infertility

Research shows a possible association between male infertility and the risk of certain cancers. Image Credit: Fiordaliso/Getty Images A recent study has found a possible association between severe male infertility and an increased risk of thyroid and colorectal cancers.  The study notes that this association may be due to genetic factors.  Certain lifestyle factors may also increase the risk of developing these cancers, such as obesity and diabetes.  Around 1 in 6 people will experience infe

What Coffee Does to Your Gut That Scientists NEVER Expected

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

The Fitness Secret After 40 That Adds YEARS to Your Life

A recent study found that your midlife fitness can affect your life span and health span. Image Credit: Emilija Manevska/Getty Images Recent research has shown that adults with higher levels of midlife cardiorespiratory fitness may live longer, healthier lives. The study found that people with higher fitness levels not only lived longer but also developed chronic conditions later than those with lower fitness levels.  Experts share tips to help improve your cardiorespiratory fitness. Regular

The Wedding Vows Exchanged in the Most UNTHINKABLE Place

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

The Cruise Ship Outbreak That Has WHO Racing Against TIME

A Dutch flight attendant and French national were among the latest to be tested in connection with a deadly outbreak on a cruise ship. But an analysis in South Africa showed no mutations in viral samples.

The REAL Reason Your Doctor Will Never Call You BACK

Like many AI companies automating work that humans currently do, Basata will eventually face a harder question about where the line is between augmenting workers and displacing them. For now, the founders say the administrative staff they work with aren't worried about that; they're more worried about drowning.

The CDC Just Issued a Level 3 Alert—And It Started on a CRUISE SHIP

The MV Hondius cruise ship, on which the hantavirus infection was identified, is making its way to the Canary Islands.

The Constipation Drug With an Unexpected Power to Save Your KIDNEYS

A common constipation drug may have unexpectedly unlocked a new way to slow chronic kidney disease — a condition that affects millions and often leads to dialysis. In a clinical trial involving 150 patients, researchers found that lubiprostone, a medication normally used to treat constipation, helped preserve kidney function in people with moderate CKD. Scientists traced the effect to changes in gut bacteria that boosted production of spermidine, a compound linked to healthier mitochondria and r

The Workplace Stress Headaches That Won't Quit—And 6 Ways to STOP Them

Many people finish the workday not just tired but wired. Their mind keeps racing, their body feels tense, and even in moments that should be restful they feel a lingering sense of urgency. Conversations replay in their mind, unfinished tasks resurface, and their nervous system seems unwilling to power down. You may recognize this experience. It has become so common that it is often accepted as the norm in modern professional life. Yet this persistent state of activation carries consequences for

The Vaccine Studies the FDA Doesn't Want You to READ

The FDA has blocked the publication of COVID-19 and shingles vaccine safety studies. What does this mean for public health? Image credit: Gerardo Vieyra/NurPhoto via Getty Images The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has blocked the publication of COVID-19 and shingles vaccine safety studies, citing concerns over their conclusions. Experts question the decision to withdraw the studies, since both vaccines have substantial evidence supporting their safety and effectiveness. Some experts say

Everything You Need to Know About WWE Backlash 2026

WWE Backlash 2026 hits Tampa on Saturday, May 9 at 7 p.m. ET. Roman Reigns vs. Jacob Fatu headlines the five-match card. Here's how to watch.

March Madness Just Got BIGGER — But Not Everyone's CELEBRATING

The NCAA will expand its March Madness tournaments by eight teams each next season. It will add more early-round games in the first week without altering the overall format.

WWE Saturday Night's Main Event XLIV: Date, Location, Time And How To Watch

WWE Saturday Night's Main Event XLIV streams live May 23, 2026 from Allen County War Memorial Coliseum in Fort Wayne at 8 p.m. ET on Peacock. Here's how to watch.

Why LeBron and Reaves Couldn't Save the Lakers Without LUKA

The Lakers don't have enough vs Thunder even if LeBron James gets more foul calls, Austin Reaves improves his play and Luka Doncic returns from injury

The Injury That Could DERAIL the Surging Cubs' Season

Due to a freak knee injury, the first place Chicago Cubs now have to replace lefty Matthew Boyd in the starting rotation for at least a month. Their offense must step up.

Why Global Investors Are Betting BILLIONS on This Cricket League

India is the world’s fastest-growing consumer market, and with cricket commanding near-religious devotion, investors are rushing to own IPL franchises.

The Yankees Star Who Just Made a SHOCKING Move to Baseball's Worst Team

The New York Yankees have now seen a once-notable prospect who spent three seasons in their bullpen join an AL foe.

The Young Pitchers You Need to Grab BEFORE Your Fantasy League Does

Jared Jones and Logan Henderson are among the top options to consider on the fantasy baseball waiver wire for Week 8.

Why a UFC Champion Just Fought at the WHITE HOUSE

Undefeated lightweight champion Ilia Tuporia says UFC Freedom 250 will be the "biggest event in sports history."

The NHL Playoff Mystery: Why Getting OUTSHOT Doesn't Matter

Surprising NHL playoff wins by Montreal and Utah spotlight extreme shot-differential games and what regular-season data says about win probability.

Why This Philly Man Spent $18,000 on Basketball Tickets for STRANGERS

Fans need a Philadelphia ZIP Code to buy tickets to the Sixers-Knicks playoff series in Philly this weekend. One man told MarketWatch he’s helping out-of-towners because “it’s part of being a fan.”

The MLB Home Run Bets Experts Say You NEED for May 8

Find out which two young hitters have the most alluring home run bets on Friday’s MLB slate, when factoring in their betting odds and likelihood of hitting a home run.

MLB Players Are Launching a Sci-Fi MANGA Series

MLB Players, Inc., OneTeam Partners, manga artist Acky Bright and Viz Media are launching “GalaXic Baseball League,” a science-fiction manga series built around real, active Major League Baseball players. Digital chapters will debut July 2 on the Viz Manga app in the U.S. and Canada, followed by a print volume in October. Billed by the […]

The Desperate Move 76ers Made to BLOCK Knicks Fans

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Why the Packers Just Released McManus and Bet on SMACK Instead

The Green Bay Packers released veteran kicker Brandon McManus Friday, meaning rookie Trey Smack will almost certainly be their kicker in 2026.

The Young Pitcher About to Become Miami's BIGGEST Weapon

Robby Snelling has gone from hitting hard to avoiding hard hits. The stocky left-hander and ex-linebacker will make his MLB mound debut for the Miami Marlins tonight.

Everything You Need to Watch the WNBA's Opening Weekend

The WNBA opens its thirtieth season with stars Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese, A’ja Wilson, and Paige Bueckers featured in nationally televised games across ABC and ION.

How to Watch the New WNBA Season LIVE—Including Free Options

There were moments leading up to the 30th WNBA season where it appeared as if it wasn’t going to happen. Thankfully, after a lengthy 17-month negotiation where both the players and owners were heard, that is not the case. The new season of women’s basketball kicks off tonight (Friday, May 8) with three exciting games. Here’s everything you need to know to tune in. Who is favored to win it all? Hot off their 2025 championship, the Las Vegas Aces want to continue their streak. The team has won t

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Amber Glenn Opens Up About Mental Health and Her FUTURE Plans

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Why Myrtle Beach's PGA Tour Event Goes ALL IN on Travel

A private aviation sponsor and tourism board turn a PGA Tour stop into a full-funnel marketing play for one of golf’s deepest public-course markets.

Why Jon Stewart and Seth Rogen Just Declared WAR on Kanye

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What Dolly Parton Just Revealed About Her Health Will SURPRISE You

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Why Concert Tickets Are DYING But Music Isn't

Can't see your favourite act in the flesh? There might be a solution - but not everyone's a fan.

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The key cast for drama series “Hamburg Days,” about The Beatles’ early days in the German city, has been revealed as the six-parter started filming in Hamburg, Munich and Liverpool. The series stars Rhys Mannion (“It Is in Us All,” “Freud’s Last Session”) as John Lennon, Liverpudlian singer/songwriter Ellis Murphy as Paul McCartney, newcomer Harvey […]

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Everything you need to know about the penultimate episode of 'Outlander' as Season 8 races to its conclusion.

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'Half Man' Star on Confronting Ruben's Mom: 'I Was HONESTLY Scared of Her'

SPOILER ALERT: This post contains spoilers from Episode 3 of “Half Man,” now streaming on HBO Max. “Half Man,” the new drama from “Baby Reindeer” creator Richard Gadd, has split viewers and critics alike thanks to its brutal depiction of misogyny, violence and toxic masculinity. Following the story of two teenage boys — Niall and Ruben — […]

Why Burt Reynolds THREW the Script That Changed Sally Field's Life

It was nearly 50 years ago, but Sally Field still remembers when she realized her relationship with Burt Reynolds was coming to a close. Field, who is starring in Netflix’s “Remarkably Bright Creatures,” discussed how the late “Cannonball Run” star became overly controlling when he didn’t approve of the subject matter of the drama “Norma […]

BTS Takes Over Las Vegas in UNPRECEDENTED City Takeover

On May 21, BTS THE CITY ARIRANG is taking over the city of Las Vegas with live events, landmark activations, an art museum, nightclubs, shopping, and more.

Why Owen and Teddy Are Finally LEAVING Grey's Anatomy After All These Years

SPOILER ALERT: This interview contains major spoilers from “Bridge Over Troubled Water,” the Season 22 finale of ABC’s “Grey’s Anatomy.” With the conclusion of Season 22 of “Grey’s Anatomy,” Grey Sloan Memorial Hospital is bidding adieu to two of its longest-standing attendings — trauma Surgeon Owen Hunt (Kevin McKidd) and “Cardio God” Teddy Altman (Kim Raver).  […]

The SHOCKING Twist That Changes Everything About Meredith Grey

SPOILER ALERT: This interview contains major spoilers from “Bridge Over Troubled Water,” the Season 22 finale of ABC’s “Grey’s Anatomy.” Doctors Owen Hunt (Kevin McKidd) and Teddy Altman (Kim Raver) have finally clocked out of Grey Sloan Memorial Hospital. In the Season 22 finale of the ABC medical drama, Owen survives a bridge collapse on […]

What Telemundo Just Bet Its ENTIRE Future On

The world's biggest sporting event takes center stage as hit returning franchises, new scripted series and the network's first original film round out a packed season.

Why Bonnie Tyler Is Fighting for Her LIFE Right Now

The Total Eclipse of the Heart singer was rushed to hospital for emergency surgery in Portugal on Wednesday.

Who Just Joined the SXSW London Speaker Lineup

Mel B, the former Spice Girl and a judge on “America’s Got Talent,” musician Jacob Collier, TV host Padma Lakshmi, actor Natalie Dormer, best known for “Game of Thrones,” U.K. TV hosts Ant and Dec, and Chelsea Clinton, vice chair of the Clinton Foundation, are among the latest star names to be added as speakers […]

The Alicia Vikander Thriller That Just Got PICKED UP

Paradise City Sales has boarded Andrea Pallaoro’s latest feature “The Echo Chamber” ahead of the Cannes Film Market, with UTA Independent Film Group co-repping the film for North America. Starring Alicia Vikander alongside Luca Marinelli and Susan Sarandon, the project was penned by Bernardo Bertolucci alongside Ilaria Bernardini and Ludovica Rampoldi (“Primavera”). Currently in post, […]

Jonathan Bailey and Natalie Portman's Next THRILLER Revealed

Hollywood’s latest leading man Jonathan Bailey has booked a new film. Fresh from being crowned 2025’s box office king thanks to “Jurassic World Rebirth” and “Wicked: For Good,” the actor is now teaming up with Oscar winner Natalie Portman (“May December,” “Black Swan”) for “Pumping Black,” a psychological thriller set in the competitive and cutthroat […]

David Attenborough Turns 100—And His LEGACY Is More Urgent Than Ever

He was born before the Great Depression, came of age in WWII, and is still making wildlife documentaries. Brits call David Attenborough a national hero, as he celebrates his 100th birthday.

Why Artists Just SHUT DOWN the World's Most Prestigious Art Show

The hottest exhibitions at the world’s major art exhibition were shuttered on Friday as part of a pro-Palestinian demonstration.

Why Billie Eilish Thinks She'll Be the LAST of Her Kind

In an interview with WIRED ahead of her new concert film Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour (Live in 3D), Billie Eilish talked about whether or not future artists will be able to leverage SoundCloud the way she did.

The Living Legend Who Just Reached an Age Most Never SEE

ABC News' Danny New celebrates the career of the legendary conservationist and broadcaster.

Is Charli XCX's New Video ROCK Music? Fans Have a Surprising Answer

Charli xcx has released her new single and video, “Rock Music,” and at two minutes, its brevity stands in stark contrast to the outsize amount of discussion it will spark about her new direction in the post-“Brat” era. Most crucially, fans now have a chance to decide whether she was being closer to the truth […]

Why 4,700 Filmmakers Are PANICKING Before Cannes Even Begins

Cannes-bound directors Pawel Pawlikowski (“Fatherland”), Lukas Dhont (“Coward”) and Rodrigo Sorogoyen (“The Beloved”) are among the more than 4,700 film personalities who have signed an open letter calling for the European Union to backpedal on its plans to make major changes to its Creative Europe funding program by combining its culture and media strands under […]

The Scottish Comedy That Just Landed at Edinburgh's BIGGEST Stage

“The Incomer,” Louis Paxton’s debut feature starring Domhnall Gleeson, has been picked up by Focus Features for international rights and is now also set to open this year’s Edinburgh Film Festival. The Scottish folk-comedy-drama, focussing on the clash between a pair of isolated siblings and a government worker on a remote, windswept island, premiered in […]

The Documentary That Just Made HISTORY With Film Critics

“Fiume o morte!,” directed by Igor Bezinović, was awarded the FIPRESCI Documentary Grand Prix Thursday during the opening ceremony of the 23rd Millennium Docs Against Gravity, the second-largest documentary film festival in Europe. The award honors the best documentary film of the past year, selected by a jury of members of FIPRESCI, the International Federation […]

Why Australia Just Bought the Rights to Rotterdam's Most CONTROVERSIAL Title

Screenxcope has acquired Australian and New Zealand rights to “Roid,” partnering with DeshiEvents for a theatrical release slated for early June across both territories. The Bangladeshi drama had its premiere as a Tiger Competition selection at International Film Festival Rotterdam’s 55th edition. “Roid” has also been selected for the Seattle International Film Festival. Directed by […]

Cannes' Genre Pavilion Expands Ambitions With Key AWARD

The Fantastic Pavilion is cementing its position as a leading global hub for genre cinema at Cannes’s Marché du Film, where it returns this year for its fourth edition with an expanded slate of industry initiatives, international partnerships and market-driven programming. Following its strongest edition to date in 2025 — which drew nearly 4,000 visitors […]

The Horror Label Launching at Cannes With 'Money Heist' STAR

New Spanish horror film production label Noir Hollow is making its international debut at the Cannes Film Market’s Fantastic Pavilion with the premiere of “The House of Monsters,” starring Jaime Lorente of “Elite” and “Money Heist” fame and veteran actor Antonio Resines (“The Dinner,” “The Delights of the Garden,” “Mikaela”). Noir Hollow is headed by […]

The 100-Year-Old Legend Who Just Received a ROYAL Tribute

The royal couple shared photographs of Sir David and wished him a very happy birthday.

Why Harry Potter's POWERBROKERS Just Backed the Paramount-WB Merger

Neil Blair, founder of literary and entertainment agency The Blair Partnership, has signaled his confidence in the Paramount–Warner Bros. merger, telling Variety he believes it will continue to “honor the legacy” of “Harry Potter.” “Harry Potter” creator J.K. Rowling, who is one The Blair Partnership’s best-known clients, has enjoyed a decades-long relationship with Warner Bros., […]

The Michael Jackson Chart TAKEOVER That Proves His Legacy Is UNTOUCHABLE

Michael Jackson fills six spaces inside the top 10 on the U.K.'s Official Hip Hop and R&B Singles chart, and 10 of 40 spaces in total.

The Israeli Thriller That Gets MORE Absurd—And Better—With Every Episode

Despite what the obligatory disclaimer before each episode may say, the Israeli thriller “Unconditional” — which aired on Keshet 12 in its country of origin last month before coming to Apple TV in the U.S. — is clearly inspired by real-life events. When 23-year-old Gali (Talia Lynne Ronn, in her on screen debut) is abruptly detained in […]

What Brendan Fraser Is Doing to His 57-Year-Old Body for MUMMY 4

“The Mummy” star Brendan Fraser was in his thirties when he first became an action star with his trio of adventure movies. Now, nearly 20 years after his last outing as archaeologist Rick O’Connell, the 57-year-old actor is getting back into shape for the long-awaited “Mummy 4.” Fraser joined Jimmy Fallon on “The Tonight Show” […]

Blue Heron Filmmaker Makes the Career Move That Changes EVERYTHING

Fusion Entertainment has signed Toronto-based filmmaker Sophy Romvari for management. Romvari is currently earning acclaim for her feature directorial debut, “Blue Heron,” which was released theatrically by Janus Films in the U.S. last month. The film is now rolling out to theaters across the country and Canada, with an international release to follow. “Blue Heron” […]

The ReelShort CEO Set to Reveal What's Next for VERTICAL Media

Joey Jia, founder and CEO of vertical content shop ReelShort, is set to speak next month at the Vertical Media Summit, hosted in Hollywood by media research firm Owl & Co. Jia will take part in a conversation on June 3 with Owl & Co. chief Hernan Lopez, the former Fox executive and founder of […]

Why This Gorgeous 'Amadeus' Remake Leaves You Feeling EMPTY

It is quite a bold thing to reimagine a film as widely beloved and praised as 1984’s Academy Award-winning “Amadeus.” Starz’s latest historical drama, “Amadeus,” is based on Peter Shaffer‘s 1979 play of the same name (which was inspired by Alexander Pushkin’s 1830 play “Mozart and Salieri”) and adapted to television by Joe Barton. The limited […]

Ten Attenborough Documentaries That Changed How We SEE Nature

From hanging out with primates to early climate warnings, here's a selection of his trailblazing programmes.

What Marilyn Monroe Said About Sex in Her FINAL Interview

Marilyn Monroe’s final interview with Life magazine editor Richard Meryman is set to be published for the first time in its entirety in the upcoming book “Marilyn: The Lost Photographs, The Last Interview,” which also includes never-before-seen images from her final photo shoot with photographer Allan Grant. The interview ran in print on Aug. 3, 1962. […]

The Film That Will Make You Never Look at TREES the Same Way

A new art-house drama tells three stories that span the century — and connect to one tree. Silent Friend will open your eyes to the beauty of the natural world.

The Box Office Battle That Started With $5.2 Million at MIDNIGHT

Fight! “Mortal Kombat II” is gearing up for a box office battle this weekend with last week’s champ, “The Devil Wears Prada 2.” The Warner Bros. and New Line action movie has made $5.2 million in Thursday previews. Based on the popular, violent video game franchise, “Mortal Kombat II” is expected to make $40 million […]

Why the Director Won't Rule Out a THIRD Devil Wears Prada

After 20 years and two blockbuster films, does “The Devil Wears Prada” director David Frankel really think “that’s all” for Miranda Priestly and her reign as the terrifying editor-in-chief of Runway magazine? “I said, ‘Never again,’ and here we are,” Frankel says with a laugh. “So, I certainly would never say, ‘Never again,’ again.” Not […]

Allison Russell's New Album Promises to Capture the CHAOS

Singer-songwriter and actress Allison Russell has announced the coming release of her third solo album, and her first in three years, “In the Hour of Chaos.” It arrives July 10 and is preceded today by a first single, “Cold April,” that features appearances from Kara Jackson, Denitia and a kids’ chorus, the Explore! Pop Choir. […]

Why Kristen Stewart Just Joined This MYSTERIOUS Film Project

Kristen Stewart has come on board Brydie O’Connor’s documentary “Barbara Forever” as an executive producer as Strand Releasing acquires all North American rights to the film, which had its world premiere at the Sundance Film Festival followed by its international premiere at the Berlin Film Festival. The film, which chronicles the life and career of […]

ABC Reveals When Your Favorite Game Shows RETURN This Summer

ABC has set its summer premiere dates, including the renewal announcements for a number of its unscripted shows. “Celebrity Family Feud” hosted by Steve Harvey, “Press Your Luck” with Elizabeth Banks, and “Who Wants to Be a Millionaire” hosted by Jimmy Kimmel will all be back this summer starting in July. They join previously announced […]

Inside the Real Lakeside Cottage From 'Heated RIVALRY'

When I land in Toronto on a recent Tuesday morning, I’m not exactly in the mood for a romantic retreat. If traveling alone isn’t enough, a fresh heartbreak makes the idea of a two-night stay at a luxe waterfront property — replete with “spectacular sunsets” and a massive ensuite primary bedroom — feel about as […]

Ariana Grande's 'FAVORITE Song' She'll Ever Write Drops This Month

Ariana Grande has announced the first single from “Petal,” her forthcoming eighth studio album: It’s called “Hate That I Made You Love Me,” it’s out on May 29 and she described the song in an Instagram post announcing it as “One of my favorite songs that I’ll ever write.” She added that it was “produced […]

Atsuko Okatsuka's Netflix Special Is Coming — And It's EXCLUSIVE

Atsuko Okatsuka is bringing her next comedy special to Netflix. The stand-up hour will debut on the streamer sometime in 2027. It’s her third special overall and first for Netflix. Produced by Rotten Science, the special is yet to be titled. Okatsuka has been on the road working out new material on “The Big Bowl […]

The New Writers Who Just Got Their BIG Break in Hollywood

The Coalition of Asian Pacifics in Entertainment has announced the emerging screenwriters selected for its 2026 News Writers Fellowship class. Now in its 14th year, the premiere professional development program is aimed at training emerging writers to succeed in Hollywood.  The 2026 class includes Haley Chung (mentored by “St. Denis Medical” executive producer Vicky Luu), […]

Why Oasis Fans Will See THIS in Theaters Before Anyone Else

Oasis’ reunion tour may have been arguably the must-attend cultural moment of 2025, but it’s now hoping to find a similar audience on the big screen. The documentary following the band — from magna studios and Sony Music Vision — has been picked up by Disney, with a limited theatrical release on IMAX screens and other cinemas […]

The Show ABC Just Renewed That Defied EVERYONE'S Expectations

ABC has renewed the freshman drama “RJ Decker for Season 2, Variety has learned. With the renewal, ABC has now picked up its entire existing primetime scripted lineup for the 2026-2027 broadcast season. The network previously renewed the dramas “9-1-1,” “9-1-1 Nashville,” “Grey’s Anatomy,” “High Potential,” and “Will Trent,” as well as the comedies “Scrubs,” […]

Why Lykke Li's New Album Is Being Called a REVENGE Masterpiece

As a Swedish pop auteur who rose to prominence in the late ‘00s, Lykke Li is probably sick to death of Robyn comparisons — but the only one worth making is to point out that by comparison, Li’s work has been dramatically underrated. She was working a similar musical vein at around the same time […]

The Crime Show With 100% on Rotten Tomatoes That DISAPPEARED Returns

Netflix has brought back a 100% scored crime show after a five year break, thanks to a new book that's being adapted.

Why Sabrina Carpenter's Old Albums Are DOMINATING Vinyl Sales Again

Two projects by Sabrina Carpenter — Short N' Sweet and Man's Best Friend — return to the U.K.'s Official Vinyl Albums chart together.

Who Cannes Just Chose to Lead Its Most PRESTIGIOUS Jury

Québécois actress, director, and screenwriter Monia Chokri will preside over the jury for the Cannes Film Festival‘s Caméra d’Or prize. The award is given to a first work across the official selection as well as in the Critics’ Week and Directors’ Fortnight sections. Chokri, who broke out as an actress in Canadian auteur Denys Arcand’s “The Age […]

Emmys Submission Deadline: Where PRETENDERS Become Contenders

Variety Awards Circuit section is the home for all awards news and related content throughout the year, featuring the following: the official predictions for the upcoming Oscars, Emmys, Grammys and Tony Awards ceremonies, curated by Variety chief awards editor Clayton Davis. The prediction pages reflect the current standings in the race and do not reflect personal preferences for any individual […]

'Best Medicine' and 'Ted' Teams on Adapting British Comedy's HIDDEN Message

The constantly adapting, yet evergreen, genre of comedy was spotlighted at the Variety FYC TV Fest on May 6. The creative teams behind Fox’s “Best Medicine,” which follows a surgeon who leaves his city life to become a practitioner in a quaint fishing town in Maine, and “Ted,” the chronicles of a sentient teddy bear, took […]

The Model Fighting Climate Change Through WHISKY Partnerships

Earlier this month, a group of entrepreneurs, investors, farmers, policymakers and creatives gathered at Daylesford Farm in the Cotswolds — one of the UK’s most iconic regenerative farming estates that this year hosted Landed, Founders Forum’s second annual forum on nature restoration.   Co-hosting the event was model-turned-climate-activist Arizona Muse, whose experience in the fashion industry informs her advocacy work. “I was totally floored when I realized that clothes were also […]

Noah Wyle's $36,000 Physical Exams at Netflix CHARITY Auction

How much would you pay for a check-up from Dr. Robby? At the Hollywood Bowl Thursday night, two fans donated $18,000 each for a “physical” in front of nearly 18,000 people from “The Pitt’s” favorite attending physician. Noah Wyle suited up as Dr. Robby — basically just a zip-up hoodie, stethoscope and latex gloves — […]

How 'The Miniature Wife' Created a Tiny World Through COSTUMES

For the series on Peacock, inspired by Manuel Gonzalez’s short story, costume designer Laura Montgomery plays with archetypes to create a small, fabulous world.

The True Story Behind the 'Deadpool Killer' in 'Worst Ex EVER'

Netflix’s “Worst Ex Ever” Season 2 revisits the disturbing crimes of Wade Wilson, the so-called “Deadpool Killer.” Here’s the true story behind his 2019 murder spree and his life today.

'Don't Forget to Dance' Wins BEST Film at Disability Challenge

“Don’t Forget to Dance,” “The Ticket” and more were among the winners of the 2026 Easterseals Disability Film Challenge. The winners were announced Thursday night at an awards ceremony at Sony Pictures Studios. For the 2026 challenge, the featured genre was Dramedy, and the challenge received a record 144 submissions this year. The Film Challenge […]

The Celebrity Marriage That Just ENDED After 22 Years

Former Strictly host Daly and Radio 2 presenter Kay jointly announced they are "to separate amicably".

The Price Is Right Win That SHATTERED 54 Years of Records

“Vanesa from Virginia” is likely pretty happy today that she came on down to “The Price is Right.” The contestant — last name not revealed — just won the largest prize in a single pricing game in the 54-year history of the CBS daytime game show. As revealed on Friday’s special Mother’s Day episode, Vanesa […]

Amazon's New Series Has a Title You WON'T Forget

Imogen Poots and John Reynolds are set for the lead role in the upcoming Amazon Prime Video series “Sex Criminals.” The series, which is based on the comic book of the same name, was originally announced in January with an eight-episode order. The official logline states, “Suze (Poots) is a normal girl with an extraordinary […]

NBC Just Greenlit Shows With Jamie Lee Curtis AND Jake Johnson

NBC has given series orders to two comedy pilots — a detective show starring Jake Johnson and a rom-com from Jamie Lee Curtis. An untitled therapist comedy starring Jane Lynch and Katey Segal is not moving forward at the network. Little is known about “Sunset P.I.” other than it stars Johnson as a private investigator. […]

The Strike That Just ENDED at Hollywood's Writers Guild

The Writers Guild of America West has reached a tentative deal with its staff union to end a lengthy strike, which became an unwanted distraction during negotiations with the major studios. “After nearly three months of strength, unity, and resolve, WGSU members were able to secure seniority provisions in layoffs and a no-strike clause that […]

How Cannes Marks a NEW ERA for Anonymous Content

The Cannes Film Festival is a big moment on the calendar for any film company fortunate enough to have a film in contention at the glitzy fest. For Anonymous Content, the arrival of Cannes marks the start of a new chapter for the company under president and CEO Darren Walker. Anonymous has three films getting […]