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Trump's One-Word Response That Just Sent Oil Markets INTO CHAOS

Live updates: Trump calls Iranian response to US peace proposal ‘totally unacceptable’  CNN Live updates: Iran says it has responded to US proposal for ending war  CNN Trump rejects Iran's latest response to U.S. ceasefire proposal  NPR Trump Administration Live Updates: President Calls Iran’s Response to Peace Proposal ‘Unacceptable’  The New York Times Iran’s Lengthy Response to the U.S. Leaves Some Gaps  WSJ

Tech

Why AI Just Made Your Performance Reviews IRRELEVANT

For years, leaders advanced by outperforming others, knowing more, producing more, delivering more. Performance earned authority. That equation has changed. Artificial intelligence now generates ideas, analyses, and strategies in seconds. What once set strong performers apart, speed, output, and insight, is no longer a differentiator. As AI expands what leaders can produce, something else is becoming clear. The leaders who stand out are not the ones with the most information. They are the ones w

When Enterprise AI Finally Works, It Won't Look Like AI

In an article a couple of weeks ago, I argued that the failure of enterprise AI was not really about enthusiasm, adoption, or even model capability. It was architectural: large language models were never built to run a company. Companies run on memory, context, feedback, and constraints, while LLMs remain, at their core, systems for predicting text.  In a second one, I argued that the answer was not “better prompts,” but a deeper shift: from tools to systems, from answers to outcomes, from copil

The Tiny Mouse That Could Make Your Laptop Trackpad OBSOLETE

You might think this looks like a phone at first glance, but it isn’t — it’s a mouse that’s folded in half. | Images by Logitech / shared by WinFuture Logitech is reportedly developing a new wireless mouse that folds in half to make it easier to carry around in a bag or pocket. According to leaked marketing images shared by WinFuture, Logitech's foldable mouse caused "22 percent less muscle strain" compared to using a laptop trackpad, and can be used across "multiple operating systems." Logite

The Verge·Tech·2d ago

How Hackers Got the Year's Biggest Game BEFORE Anyone Else

The full version of Playground Games' upcoming Forza Horizon 6 has leaked online over the weekend and has already been cracked by pirates. The download appeared on file sharing sites after some Steam users were allegedly able to obtain access to an unencrypted preload version of the game. Forza Horizon 6 isn't supposed to launch until May 19th on Xbox Series S / X and PC, but cracks to bypass online checks in the game are already widely available. Reddit users first noticed that games files, tot

The Verge·Tech·2d ago

The Windows 11 Feature That Apple Wishes It Had FIRST

Microsoft is currently testing a new speed boost feature in Windows 11 that is designed to improve app launch times and make things like the Start menu feel more responsive. The feature, which is reportedly called "Low Latency Profile," will ramp up CPU frequency in short bursts to improve the speed of menus, flyouts, apps, and more - much like how macOS handles similar tasks. Windows 11 testers have been trying out the new unannounced feature over the past week, and noticing significant speed i

The Verge·Tech·2d ago

How AI Is Sabotaging the Courts With Something COMPLETELY Fake

AI use is becoming pervasive across the legal system, with both experienced staff and absolute novices turning to ChatGPT and other tools to try to make the most persuasive case possible when they arrive in court, even if some of those claims turn out to be literally too good to be true. Last month, top law firm Sullivan & Cromwell was forced to apologize for filing fictitious case names and fabricated quotes in a legal document submitted in a case, as well as citing incorrect statutes in the U.

Breaking

TikTok Just Launched Something That Could KILL Its Own Model

TikTok is preparing to roll out a paid, ad-free version of its app in the UK. The new subscription announced today will be available to users over 18 "over the coming months," according to TikTok's announcement and will cost £3.99 (about $5.40) per month. In exchange for that, TikTok will remove ads from the user's feed, and promises to not use their data for undefined "advertising purposes." This "pay or consent" model is likely in response to the UK's General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

The Verge·Tech·2d ago

Amazon Just Took on Streaming's MOST ANNOYING Problem

After elbowing its way into the fight for TV’s billions of advertising dollars, Amazon now wants to battle one of the most dire threats to commercials. One of the biggest problems consumers have with ads in the streaming era isn’t that they see too many, but rather the same ones multiple times. Approximately 68% of […]

Variety·Tech·2d ago

The Charging Revolution That Could End CABLES Forever

The changes may be less perceptible than in smartphones, tablets, or wearables, but chargers have also been quietly reinvented over the last decade. At one time a bulky mix of tangled cables and connectors, slow to perform and prone to overheating, they’re now smaller, safer, and faster, thanks to a slew of technological advances. These…

What Happened When a Human Lived With ROBOTS

My guest today is longtime friend of the show Joanna Stern. You all know Joanna: she is the former senior personal technology columnist for The Wall Street Journal, a former Decoder guest host, one of my cofounders here at The Verge, and also just one of my very closest friends. I mention that because Joanna just left that lofty perch at The Journal to start her own media company called New Things. She’s starting with her new book about AI, called I Am Not a Robot, which is out this week on May

The Verge·Tech·2d ago

The Engineering Approach That's Unlocking BREAKTHROUGH AI

Despite years of digitization, organizations capture less than one-third of the value expected from digital investments, according to McKinsey research. That’s because most big companies begin with technological capabilities and bolt applications onto them, rather than starting with customer needs and working backward to technology solutions. Not prioritizing the customer can create fragmented solutions; disjointed…

Your Smart Home Is About to Connect to Something MUCH Bigger

Smart energy management just took a step closer to becoming simpler. This week, the organizations behind Matter, the smart-home interoperability standard, and the OpenADR protocol, which sends signals between the grid and the home, announced an agreement to work together. This should make it easier for connected appliances to participate in demand response programs (DR) and, hopefully, save you money. In demand response programs, a customer agrees to reduce or shift their electrical usage in exc

The Verge·Tech·2d ago

GM Just Settled Over What It Was SECRETLY Selling About Your Driving

General Motors has agreed to pay $12.75 million to settle a California data privacy lawsuit that accused the automaker of selling driver location and driver data, as reported earlier by Reuters. In a proposed settlement filed on Friday, GM agreed to stop selling customer information to data brokers for five years and must give California drivers the ability to stop its OnStar service from collecting location data. GM became the subject of several lawsuits after a 2024 report by The New York Time

The Verge·Tech·2d ago
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Inside the Courtroom BATTLE That Could Decide Who CONTROLS the Future of AI

Sam Altman and Elon Musk are facing off in a high-stakes trial that could alter the future of OpenAI and its most well-known product, ChatGPT. In 2024, Musk filed a lawsuit accusing OpenAI of abandoning its founding mission of developing AI to benefit humanity and shifting focus to boosting profits instead. Elon Musk, his financial manager and Neuralink CEO, Jared Birchall, and OpenAI cofounder Greg Brockman have already testified before the jury. Shivon Zilis, a former OpenAI board member who

The Verge·Tech·2d ago

The AI-Powered ATTACK Google Just Stopped Before It Was Too Late

For the first time, Google says it has spotted and stopped a zero-day exploit developed with AI. According to a report from Google Threat Intelligence Group (GTIG), "prominent cyber crime threat actors" were planning to use the vulnerability for a "mass exploitation event" that would have allowed them to bypass two-factor authentication on an unnamed "open-source, web-based system administration tool." Google's researchers found hints in the Python script used for the exploit that indicated hel

The Verge·Tech·2d ago
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Why the Nintendo Switch 2 Price Is About to SKYROCKET

Starting on Friday, June 5, the Nintendo Switch 2 is getting a $50 price increase. The jump comes ahead of the busy summer season, so it’s best to get the gaming console now before the price goes up. Right now, you can get the Nintendo Switch 2 for $449 at Walmart. However, come June 5, […]

Variety·Tech·2d ago
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A MILLION Baby Monitors Were Streaming to Strangers — And Parents Had NO Idea

If your baby monitor looks something like this, it’s probably a Meari. | Image: Meari A baby's eyes peer directly into the camera lens. A kid with a striped shirt looks up, then away. A boy in a policeman's costume, a gold star on his chest. A messy bedroom that reminds me of my own daughters, with an unmade bunk bed, a little girl's hat and headband, and Hello Kitty plastered on the wall. One thought repeats in my mind: I shouldn't be seeing this. No stranger should. But bad actors could've

The Verge·Tech·2d ago
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The iPhone Feature That Could Finally END the Android Divide

Apple now lets you have encrypted RCS conversations with Android users through the Messages app on iOS. As part of iOS 26.5, which was released on Monday, Apple added support for end-to-end encrypted RCS messaging in beta, meaning that Apple and Google can't see your messages while they're sent. With iOS 26.5, you'll see a lock icon and a small "Encrypted" message at the top of the chat to note when you're having an encrypted conversation with an Android user and are on a carrier that supports

The Verge·Tech·2d ago
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The Three AI Trends a Nobel Winner Says You MUST Watch

This story originally appeared in The Algorithm, our weekly newsletter on AI. To get stories like this in your inbox first, sign up here. A few months before he was awarded the Nobel Prize in economics in 2024, Daron Acemoglu published a paper that earned him few fans in Silicon Valley. Contrary to what Big Tech…

What Texas Just Discovered Netflix Is REALLY Doing While You Watch

Netflix is in the crosshairs of Ken Paxton, the Republican attorney general of Texas, who filed a lawsuit against the streaming giant, alleging violations of the Texas Deceptive Trade Practices Act. According to Paxton’s office, Netflix has been “spying on Texans, including children, and collecting users’ data without their knowledge or consent.” In addition, the […]

Variety·Tech·2d ago

The Jacket That Reveals Who REALLY Believes in Palantir

In late April, Palantir - the software company that, in recent years, has perhaps become best known for its defense industry contracts and work with Immigration and Customs Enforcement - announced that it would be adding new products to its merch store. The latest offering was a cotton chore coat. At $239 and in bright blue and black options, the jacket looks like a standard offering that has, by way of photographer Bill Cunningham, trickled down into mainstream menswear for years. This jacket

The Verge·Tech·2d ago
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Govee's Portable Smart Lamp Just Went on SALE for the First Time

If you’ve always liked the idea of the Philips Hue Go portable lamp but couldn’t justify the $100+ price tag, Govee recently released a much cheaper alternative, the Govee Table Lamp Classic, and it’s already receiving its first discount. Right now, you can pick the rechargeable smart lamp up at Amazon for $63.99 ($16 off), which makes it less than half the price of Philips’ portable smart lamp. Govee Table Lamp Classic Where to Buy: $79.99 at Amazon The cordless lamp features a built-in 4,8

The Verge·Tech·2d ago
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Why This Robot Lawn Mower Had an INTENTIONAL Backdoor

The company behind the robot lawn mower that ran me over has changed its tune. Yarbo now plans to completely remove the remote backdoor access that could have let bad actors reprogram the robot over the internet. Yarbo customers will be able to decide whether that feature even gets installed in the first place, co-founder Kenneth Kohlmann pledges to The Verge. Yarbo had already promised on Friday that it would tackle many security issues head-on, closing the holes that let security researcher An

The Verge·Tech·1d ago
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What Mira Murati's SECRET AI Company Is Actually Building

Thinking Machines, the AI company founded by former OpenAI CTO Mira Murati, announced Monday that it's working on something called "interaction models." The idea behind interaction models, according to Thinking Machines, is that they will let people "collaborate with AI the way we naturally collaborate with each other - they continuously take in audio, video, and text, and think, respond, and act in real time." As explained by Thinking Machines: Today's models experience reality in a single thre

The Verge·Tech·1d ago

OpenAI's ANSWER to the AI Model Everyone's Been Talking About

OpenAI is launching Daybreak, an AI initiative focused on detecting and patching vulnerabilities before attackers find them. Daybreak uses the Codex Security AI agent that launched in March to create a threat model based on an organization's code and focus on possible attack paths, validate likely vulnerabilities, and then automate the detection of the higher risk ones. Its launch comes just over a month after rival Anthropic announced Claude Mythos, a security-focused AI model it claimed was to

The Verge·Tech·1d ago

The Swedish Cafe Where NO Humans Work—Here's What's Happening

The coffee might be poured by a human hand, but behind the counter, something far less traditional is calling the shots at an experimental cafe in Stockholm. San Francisco-based startup Andon Labs has put an artificial intelligence agent nicknamed “Mona” in charge at the eponymous Andon Café in the Swedish capital. While human baristas still brew the coffee and serve the orders, the AI agent — powered by Google’s Gemini — oversees almost every other aspect of the business, from hiring staff to m

Business

Why Saudi Arabia Just Shifted ALL Its Oil Away From One Place

Saudi oil giant Aramco sees 25% jump in Q1 profit after shifting exports from Strait of Hormuz  AP News Saudi Aramco Q1 profit jumps 26% as key pipeline reaches capacity amid Iran war  CNBC Saudi Aramco profits jump despite conflict in Middle East  The Guardian Aramco CEO warns 1 billion barrels lost will slow oil market recovery  Reuters Aramco CEO Warns of Long Oil Market Disruption as Profit Jumps  Bloomberg.com

How Saudi Aramco Is PROFITING From Middle East Conflict

Saudi Aramco profits jump despite conflict in Middle East  The Guardian Saudi oil giant Aramco sees 25% jump in Q1 profit after shifting exports from Strait of Hormuz  AP News Saudi Aramco Q1 profit jumps 26% as key pipeline reaches capacity amid Iran war  CNBC Aramco CEO warns 1 billion barrels lost will slow oil market recovery  Reuters Aramco CEO Warns of Long Oil Market Disruption as Profit Jumps  Bloomberg.com

Tesla's Former HR Chief Reveals What Class of 2026 MUST Do to SURVIVE

A few weeks ago, I stood on a stage at California State University, San Bernardino (CSUSB), looking out at the Class of 2026. The air was thick with a very modern kind of tension. While previous generations might have experienced the standard “graduation jitters,” what I saw was something far more intense: a profound sense of confusion and chaos. I was there to help them decode it. For the past four years, these students have been caught in a crossfire of conflicting narratives. On one side is t

The 90-Day Plan That Stops AI STRATEGY From Dying in Your Company

AI is transforming the world of work—and many people are unhappy about that fact. KPMG’s 2025 American Worker Survey found that 52% of workers worry that AI will take their jobs, with that figure rising to 60% for Gen Z. A recent report by the AI firm Writer found that almost a third of employees report sabotaging their company’s efforts towards AI transformation. There are few, if any, parallels for this level of resistance to the adoption of a technology in the modern workplace. Yet most busin

The Perfume Revolution That DITCHED Fossil Fuels

The top note in a new perfume called Miami Split comes from an unexpected place: a banana processing plant in Ecuador. The fragrance is extracted from banana-scented water, a byproduct of washing fruit, that was previously thrown away. It’s one of the unusual ingredients sourced by Abel Fragrance, a company that avoids using any fossil fuels in its products. Instead, it is looking to biotech to make natural fragrances. Right now, petrochemicals are the status quo in the industry. “Almost all fra

How to Stop Your Brain From SABOTAGING Your Leadership

Rumination is one of the most overlooked risks to effective leadership. It’s also one of the most common and most contagious. When leaders engage in rumination, it quietly erodes their well-being, judgment, and the psychological climate of their teams. In psychology, rumination refers to repetitive, unwanted, past-centered, and intrusive negative thinking. Unlike self-reflection, which is purposeful and forward-looking, rumination can become a vicious cycle that loops leaders into “What if?” or

Why Fox Corp's Profit Just Took a Hit Without the SUPER BOWL

Fox Corp. said the absence of a Super Bowl broadcast in its third fiscal quarter led to a downturn in profit and revenue, even as its cable operations showed increases in key areas. The owner of Fox News Channel and the Fox broadcast network said revenue fell to $3.99 billion during the period, compared to […]

Variety·Business·2d ago

How AI Is Quietly REWRITING the Rules of Finance

In finance departments that have long been defined by precision and control, AI has arrived less as a neatly managed upgrade than as a quiet insurgency. Employees are already using it while leadership races to impose structure, governance, and strategy after the fact. The result is a paradox: one of the most tightly regulated functions…

The BIG Shift in How Companies Measure Marketing That Changes EVERYTHING

In our 2026 Performance Marketing survey with Harris Poll, we asked more than 300 marketing decision-makers about the trends and investments they predicted for 2026. The biggest takeaway—75% report increased expectations for accountability. And nearly two-thirds say leaders now evaluate them based on pipeline contribution rather than traditional top-of-funnel metrics like lead volume. For years, marketers have argued for a more meaningful seat at the revenue table, one that is measured on busine

Why the Wall Street Journal Just Hired a Company Called TORTOISES

A visit to a passel of slow-moving, decades-old tortoises shows The Wall Street Journal eager to accelerate its video ambitions. Gunjan Banerji, a reporter for the News Corp-backed outlet, recently traveled to interview hedge-fund manager Bill Perkins, and was able to feed one of the reptiles, which he keeps on his estate. She hosts “The […]

Variety·Business·2d ago
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What Texas Just Accused Netflix of SPYING On

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a lawsuit against Netflix, accusing the company of "spying on Texans, including children, and collecting users' data without their knowledge or consent. " The lawsuit, filed on Monday, also claims Netflix designed its platform to be addictive, and with features to "manipulate" users. "Netflix has built a surveillance program designed to illegally collect and profit from Texans' personal data without their consent, and my office will do everything in ou

Breaking

Should Your Religious Beliefs Come to WORK With You?

In the United States, we recognize a separation between church and state, but does that delineation apply to work, too? That’s an earnest question from a self-identifying choirboy—literally, I grew up in church and I direct the choir—who has been asked throughout my career to leave religion out of my work. Do we need the Jesus reference in the deck? Do I have to use Bible scripture in that essay? Is the religious example in the class lecture necessary? It’s almost always polite but definitely un

The Media Empire That Just Changed Hands for PENNIES on the Dollar

TV and media entrepreneur Byron Allen is acquiring a majority stake in BuzzFeed — investing $120 million in the digital media company — and will become CEO. BuzzFeed announced it has entered into a transaction agreement with Allen Family Digital, an affiliate of Byron Allen’s family office, under which BuzzFeed will accept the majority investment. […]

Variety·Business·1d ago
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The Erewhon Competitor That Opened With ZERO Marketing—And It's GENIUS

A $20 smoothie and a $19 single strawberry could only belong in one place: Erewhon, the luxury grocery chain and celebrity hotspot in Los Angeles. But as of last week, it’s not the only so-called hypebeast grocer in West Hollywood. Just a few blocks away from one of Erewhon’s various locations, Laurel Supply, a giant market filled with natural light and timber interiors, looks unmistakably like an Erewhon to those passing by. The team behind the venture are the owners of neighboring restaurant

Breaking

Why Home Sales Just FLATLINED Again This Spring

Sales of previously occupied U.S. homes were essentially flat in April, another lackluster showing for the housing market during what’s traditionally its busiest time of the year. Existing home sales edged up 0.2% last month from March to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.02 million units, the National Association of Realtors said Monday. Sales were unchanged compared to April last year. The latest sales figure fell short of the roughly 4.12 million pace economists were expecting, according

Breaking

The Group Falling Behind at Work That No One's TALKING About

It has become clear that women—and working mothers, in particular—are up against all kinds of challenges that threaten their foothold in the labor force. But one trend that may be less evident is that men are also dropping out of the workforce, albeit for different reasons.  The jobs report last week offered a more sunny outlook than expected, with an uptick of 115,000 jobs in April; the unemployment rate also held steady at 4.3%. The data also, however, points to a more nuanced story about a br

Politics

Why Virginia Democrats Are Fighting Over CHAIRS—And What It Means for 2026

‘No Seat for Me’: Virginia Democrats Are Forced to Play Musical Chairs  The New York Times After Virginia Redistricting Map Is Tossed, Democrats Search Desperately for a Response  The New York Times Brooks and Marcus on Virginia’s major shakeup in the national redistricting battle  PBS JONATHAN TURLEY: Angry Left plots to purge Virginia's  Fox News Transcript: Rep. Ted Lieu on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 10, 2026  CBS News

The Dance Moves That Signal a NEW Era for Hungary

Rhythm nation: politician’s viral dance moves mark new, optimistic era for Hungary  The Guardian Peter Magyar Takes Over as Hungary’s Leader From Viktor Orban  The New York Times Hungary’s New PM Magyar Demands President Quit in Showdown  Bloomberg.com Péter Magyar Led Hungarians out of Autocracy. Where Will He Take Them Now?  The New Yorker In Hungary, jubilation marks Péter Magyar's inauguration as prime minister  Le Monde.fr

Why Pete Hegseth Says Mark Kelly May Have VIOLATED His Oath

Pete Hegseth Declares Mark Kelly Will Face Legal Review for ‘Babbling’ About Classified Briefing: ‘Did He Violate His Oath… Again?’  Mediaite Hegseth calls for Sen. Mark Kelly to be investigated by Pentagon for second time  CNN Opinion | Hegseth Is Sending Us a Warning  The New York Times Hegseth says Pentagon will review Mark Kelly's public statements about classified briefing amid ongoing feud  Fox News Kelly’s profile rises as he heads toward another likely victory over Hegseth  Politico

Why California Democrats Are TERRIFIED of Their Own Primary

‘Extremely scary’: Specter of an all-GOP governor’s race spurs push to remake open primary  Los Angeles Times Fearing an All-Republican Governor’s Race, Democrats Push for New Primary Rules in California  The New York Times ‘People are not passive’: Newsom and top California Democrats move behind the scenes in governor’s race  CNN California dysfunction puts backlash on the ballot  Axios How California’s top-two primary could reshape the governor’s race  ABC10

Why Hegseth Wants THIS Senator Investigated — AGAIN

Hegseth calls for Sen. Mark Kelly to be investigated by Pentagon for second time  CNN Opinion | Hegseth Is Sending Us a Warning  The New York Times Hegseth says Pentagon will review Mark Kelly's public statements about classified briefing amid ongoing feud  Fox News Kelly’s profile rises as he heads toward another likely victory over Hegseth  Politico Judges seem skeptical of Pentagon arguments in case brought by Sen. Mark Kelly  The Hill

Breaking

Trump's Three Words That Could Send Oil Prices SPIRALING

Trump to Axios: "I don't like" Iran's peace plan response  Axios Iran says it will 'never bow' as Trump rejects peace counteroffer, prolonging Middle East conflict  CNBC Iran war day 73: Trump and Tehran clash over latest peace proposals  Al Jazeera Live updates: Iran counterproposal includes recognition of sovereignty over Hormuz, state media says  CNN Iran War Live News Updates: Trump Calls Iran Response to U.S. Proposal 'Totally Unacceptable'  WSJ

Breaking

Why Trump's Latest Move Just Sent Oil Prices SOARING Past $103

Oil prices jump after Trump dismisses Iran proposal to end war  BBC Iran says it will 'never bow' as Trump rejects peace counteroffer, prolonging Middle East conflict  CNBC Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera  Al Jazeera Live updates: Iran counterproposal includes recognition of sovereignty over Hormuz, state media says  CNN Iran War Live News Updates: Trump Calls Iran Response to U.S. Proposal 'Totally Unacceptable'  WSJ

The Alberta Breach That Could Destroy Canada's Electoral INTEGRITY

Debates over secession overshadowed by revelations separatist-linked group gained access to list of electors The illegal use of voter information by rightwing separatists in the province of Alberta has raised fresh fears over Canada’s electoral integrity by making valuable and “incredibly confidential” personal data easily accessible to malicious actors, security experts have warned. The data breach, one of the largest in Canadian history, has prompted warnings of a “truly terrifying” new battle

Why California Democrats Want to Blow Up Their Own PRIMARY System

Democratic Angst Could Lead California to Change Its Primary Rules  The New York Times How California’s Governor’s Race Became Such an Unholy Mess  New York Magazine ‘Extremely scary’: Specter of an all-GOP governor’s race spurs push to remake open primary  Los Angeles Times ‘People are not passive’: Newsom and top California Democrats move behind the scenes in governor’s race  CNN How California’s top-two primary could reshape the governor’s race  ABC10

What Trump's Secret Mission to China Could Mean for EVERYTHING

Long before this week’s trip to China, President Donald Trump was already predicting on social media that his Chinese counterpart, Xi Jinping, would “give me a big, fat hug when I get there.” But Beijing’s deep economic ties to Iran, as well as trade tensions over tariff threats stretching back to Trump’s first term, could crimp the good feelings when Trump flies to Beijing this week — even though the Republican president has for years effusively praised Xi, making it clear he sees China’s leade

The Trump Administration's Move Against Disney That's Being Called WEAPONIZATION

FCC Commissioner Anna Gomez applauded Disney for fighting against what she characterized as the Trump administration’s efforts to “punish and intimidate” the company and ABC through “the weaponization of the FCC’s authority as a federal regulator.” Gomez, the only Democrat among the FCC’s three current commissioners, made the comments in a letter dated May 11 […]

Variety·Politics·2d ago
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The $1 BILLION Proposal That Could Fund Trump's Personal BALLROOM

Republicans returning to Washington on Monday are facing questions about a $1 billion Senate security proposal that could help pay for President Donald Trump’s ballroom as Democrats say they will try to defeat it. Senate Republicans added the money for White House security to a spending bill that would restore funding for immigration enforcement agencies that Democrats have blocked since February. The steep security proposal was put forward after a man was charged with trying to assassinate Trum

Breaking

Why the Supreme Court Just FAST-TRACKED Alabama's Map

Supreme Court grants Alabama request to speed up adoption of new congressional map  NBC News Supreme Court allows Alabama to eliminate congressional district held by a Black Democrat  CNN Supreme Court revives Alabama's congressional map fight  Axios SCOTUS greenlights 11th-hour Alabama redistricting plan for 2026 election  Democracy Docket Supreme Court lifts block on Alabama Republicans’ map  The Hill

International

The Training Exercise in Morocco That Ended in TRAGEDY

Body of soldier who went missing in Morocco during training exercise recovered, U.S. Army says  CBS News Body of missing US soldier recovered off coast of Morocco  The Guardian Press Release - US Army recovers, identifies one Soldier near Cap Draa, Morocco; search co  europeafrica.army.mil Remains of US soldier who went missing during military exercises in Morocco have been recovered  AP News Body of US soldier who went missing in Morocco found  BBC

What SMALLER Nations Fear About the Trump-Xi Summit — And Why You Should TOO

Asian nations worry that the president might trade security commitments for better economic terms with China during his planned meeting with Xi Jinping this week.

Thailand Just Freed Its Most CONTROVERSIAL Political Figure

Thailand's former PM Thaksin Shinawatra released from prison  Reuters Thaksin Shinawatra: Thailand's ex-PM is out of jail, but is his era over?  BBC Thailand’s Thaksin released from prison after serving 8 months for abuse of power  AP News Ex-Thai PM Thaksin Paroled to Cheers From Red Shirt Backers  Bloomberg.com Thailand’s Thaksin Shinawatra Is Out of Prison. What Will He Do Now?  The New York Times

The Drone Strikes That Just Threatened Europe's Most FRAGILE Peace

Russia and Ukraine trade blame as fragile ceasefire rocked by deadly drone strikes  The Independent Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, May 10, 2026  Institute for the Study of War Russia kills three Ukrainians in 24 hours, accuses Kyiv of violating truce  Al Jazeera Ukraine, Russia trade accusations of violating US-backed ceasefire  Reuters Russia and Ukraine accuse each other of violating US-brokered 3-day truce  AP News

What Thailand's Most CONTROVERSIAL Figure Will Do Next

Thailand’s Thaksin Shinawatra Is Out of Prison. What Will He Do Now?  The New York Times Thailand's divisive ex-PM is out of jail, but is the Thaksin era over?  BBC Thailand's former PM Thaksin freed from prison  Reuters Ex-Thai PM Thaksin Leaves Jail to Calls for Return to Politics  Bloomberg.com Thailand's ex-PM Thaksin released from prison  CNA

The Deadly Weather EXTREMES Hitting Two Continents at Once

Temperatures soar in California and Arizona, while deluge continues across Western and Northern Cape Heat is expected to intensify across western parts of the US and Mexico this week as a ridge of high pressure pushes temperatures well above the seasonal norm. Daytime highs are forecast to reach 10-15C above average in some areas. The US National Weather Service has issued heat advisories for parts of California and Arizona, with extreme heat warnings in force on Monday and Tuesday in places suc

The ALARMING Pattern Behind Mexico's Disappearances That Implicates the State

Exclusive: Human rights group warns of ‘deep collusion’ between criminals and officials in some parts of country State actors are involved in disappearances in Mexico at an “alarming” rate, according to a report from the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights (IACHR). The sweeping investigation, to which the Guardian was given exclusive access, presents a dire picture of the crisis of disappearances in Mexico, where more than 130,000 people have gone missing, mostly in the last 20 years since

China's Marriage Crisis Just Hit a CATASTROPHIC New Low

China’s marriage numbers plunge to Covid-era low as population woes deepen  South China Morning Post China’s First-Quarter Marriage Registrations Fall to Lowest Ever  Bloomberg China's marriages drop to decade low, deepening demographic concerns  Yahoo China builds 1,330 outdoor marriage certificate issuance sites in one year after enacting revised marriage registration regulations  Global Times Chinese couples rush to say ‘I do’ on ‘I love you’ day  Asia News Network

What's Making Canadians AVOID America in Shocking Numbers

Data from University of Toronto suggests Canadians are avoiding US cities during the second Trump administration A new research tool that tracks cell phone activity has found a 42% drop in visitors from Canada to big metropolitan areas in the US that is much higher than official border-crossing data, suggesting Canadians during the second Trump administration are avoiding US cities in particular. Researchers from the University of Toronto said the tool showed a “year-over-year median decline of

The Presidential Candidate Impeached TWICE — And Still Running

Vice-president is accused of misusing public funds and threatening the lives of President Marcos Jr and his wife The Philippine vice-president, Sara Duterte, has been impeached over allegations she misused public funds, amassed unexplained wealth and threatened the lives of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr and his wife, in a case that could complicate her presidential ambitions. Duterte, the daughter of the detained former president Rodrigo Duterte, was impeached by an overwhelming majority of lawm

The Nobel Peace Prize Winner Iran Just Rushed to the HOSPITAL

Jailed Iranian Nobel Peace Prize Winner Is Transferred to Tehran Hospital  The New York Times Nobel laureate Narges Mohammadi is transferred to a Tehran hospital, her foundation says  Boston Herald Narges Mohammadi: Ailing Iran Nobel laureate given bail and hospital transfer  BBC ‘Blindfolded, I sat down slowly. Then the interrogation began’: Iranian Nobel laureate Narges Mohammadi on the torture of solitary confinement  The Guardian Iranian Nobel winner Mohammadi moved to Tehran hospital  DW.co

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Iran's Demands That Trump Called UNACCEPTABLE

Iran War Live Updates: Iran Lists Demands That Trump Deemed ‘Unacceptable’  The New York Times Live updates: Iran claims its counterproposal to end war is ‘reasonable’ after Trump’s rejection  CNN Trump weighs military action against Iran with ceasefire "on life support"  Axios Iran War Live News Updates: Iran Dismisses Trump’s Criticism of Latest Peace Proposal  WSJ Iran says it will 'never bow' as Trump rejects peace counteroffer, prolonging Middle East conflict  CNBC

Why Hundreds of Indigenous Families Are FLEEING Mexico Right Now

Violence in Guerrero state has driven as many as 1,000 households from their homes, rights group says Hundreds of Indigenous families have been forced to flee their homes in the mountains of central Mexico by intense attacks from a local criminal group, including drone bombings, an Indigenous rights organisation said on Monday. A gang known as Los Ardillos has been carrying out attacks in Guerrero state for years, but they started to intensify last week. Villages were subjected to eight hours of

Iran's Vow to Fight as Trump Declares Ceasefire on Life SUPPORT

Live Updates: Iran vows to fight on as Trump says ceasefire is "on life support"  CBS News Live updates: Trump says ceasefire with Iran on ‘massive life support’ after he rejects Tehran’s proposal  CNN Trump says Iran ceasefire is on 'massive life support'  BBC Iran War Live Updates: Trump Says Cease-Fire Is on 'Life Support’  The New York Times Iran’s Lengthy Response to the U.S. Leaves Some Gaps  WSJ

Why UK Ministers Are Demanding Starmer RESIGN Immediately

Cabinet split as Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood among ministers calling for Starmer to set out timetable for resignation  BBC How Might a Leadership Challenge Against Keir Starmer Play Out?  The New York Times Pressure on Starmer mounts as more than 70 Labour MPs call for him to quit  The Guardian UK PM Starmer battles for political survival amid leadership challenge as gilt yields rise  CNBC Keir Starmer's party lost big in U.K. local elections. Here’s what comes next  NPR

What Trump and Xi Will Decide That Could Change EVERYTHING

Taiwan, tariffs and the strait of Hormuz are on the meeting’s agenda for Beijing – but will the US president be forced to ask for help in ending his war with Iran? On 20 February, a White House official confirmed that US president Donald Trump would be travelling to Beijing the following month to meet with Chinese leader Xi Jinping. Top of the agenda: the US-China trade war. One week later, Trump approved joint strikes with Israel against Iran, starting a new war in the Middle East. Its ramifica

Science

The 'Forever Chemicals' That Are Finally DISAPPEARING — Here's Why

Levels of Pfas in northern gannet eggs in Canada fell up to 74% over 55-year period of study Levels of some of the most dangerous Pfas compounds have dramatically fallen in Canadian seabird eggs, which the authors of a new peer-reviewed study say illustrates how regulations are effective. Researchers looked at Pfas levels in the eggs of northern gannets in the St Lawrence Seaway basin over a 55-year period. Pfas levels shot up from the 1960s through the peak of the chemicals’ use in the late 199

This Sweetener You Use Every Day Is REWIRING Your Metabolism

Researchers say fructose is not just “empty calories” — it may actively push the body toward fat storage and metabolic disease. A new review found that fructose affects the body differently from glucose, disrupting normal energy regulation and promoting processes linked to obesity, insulin resistance, and cardiovascular problems.

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What Just 10 Minutes of AI Does to Your BRAIN

Critics of AI caution that as a relatively new technology, its long-term effects on the human brain are still unknown. But a new study shows that AI could be just as dangerous in the short-term, with sessions of AI use only 10 minutes long leading to impaired brain performance. The study, conducted by researchers at Carnegie Mellon, Oxford, MIT, and UCLA, challenged participants to complete a set of fraction-based math problems. Half the group was tasked to solve the problems on their own, while

We Can Now Choose Our Baby's Genes—But SHOULD We?

First you choose a partner, then you choose a genome? For this episode of FC Explains, Fast Company Senior Writer Ainsley Harris digs into the rapidly growing world of embryo genetic screening, including IVF startups like Orchid and Nucleus that offer parents the ability to select embryos based on genome sequencing. Proponents say this kind of genetic testing helps optimize health outcomes and prevent hereditary disease. Parents say it’s giving their kids the best shot at life. On this episode o

Health

The Cruise Ship Outbreak That Has WHO Sounding the ALARM

Three passengers have died and several others have fallen ill aboard a cruise ship in a deadly hantavirus outbreak. AFP via Getty Images A cluster of three deaths among passengers aboard a cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean has been linked to a deadly hantavirus outbreak. Human-to-human transmission of hantavirus is rare, but it appears to have spread among passengers, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). A suspected total of 7 cases has been identified, and investigators are wor

What the FDA Is HIDING About Vaccine Safety—And Why Scientists Are Terrified

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

The PILL That Could Make Daily Injections OBSOLETE for Millions

Ozempic is now available as a reformulated oral tablet for people with type 2 diabetes. Image courtesy of Novo Nordisk The GLP-1 medication Ozempic is now available in pill form for people with type 2 diabetes. The oral tablet is a reformulated version of the current Rybelsus pill but comes in smaller doses. Experts say the pill may be a better alternative for people who don’t want to administer weekly injections of Ozempic. A pill form of the widely prescribed GLP-1 medication Ozempic is no

Why This New Weight Loss Drug Just Made Zepbound Look OUTDATED

A new GLP-1 drug shows promise for improving metabolic health and treating obesity-related diseases like liver disease. camacho9999/Getty Images A new weight loss drug called survodutide has shown promising results in a phase 3 clinical trial. The drug, which stimulates GLP-1 and glucagon receptors, led to a 16.6% drop in body weight. Survodutide also reduced waist circumference, an indicator of metabolic health. Experts hope the drug will be useful for both obesity and liver disease; howeve

The Foods in Your Pantry That Are Quietly DESTROYING Your Heart

European scientists are advocating for more education on the health harms of ultra-processed foods. Trinette Reed/Stocksy European scientists say ultra-processed foods increase the risks of a variety of health ailments, particularly heart disease. They recommend that medical professionals discuss the health dangers of ultra-processed foods with their patients. Experts agree that doctors should advise their patients on how to identify ultra-processed foods and reduce them in their daily diets

The Breast Density Treatment That Could Change EVERYTHING About Cancer Risk

New research found that the drug endoxifen reduced mammographic breast density with fewer side effects. praetorianphoto/Getty Images A study has found promising results with the breast cancer prevention drug (Z)-endoxifen. The drug reduced breast density safely and with fewer side effects than tamoxifen. It also had fewer troublesome side effects than this standard preventive treatment. Experts say that if further research confirms these findings, the endoxifen could help increase compliance

The Hidden Connection Between Your Heart and Cancer That Doctors Just DISCOVERED

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

Why Male Infertility Could Be a WARNING Sign of Something Far Worse

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

She Got the Diagnosis in 1996 That Was Supposed to Be a DEATH Sentence

Barbara Roberts has lived with HIV for 30 years. Now, a new FDA-approved medication is changing how she manages it at the age of 74. Barbara Roberts (pictured above) was diagnosed with HIV at the age of 44. Today, at 74, she continues thriving with the help of a new FDA-approved medication. In 1996, Barbara Roberts thought she had a bad case of the flu that wouldn’t go away. After several days of experiencing a high fever and sweating, she decided to go to the emergency room, where she wa

Why Your Office Air Could Be SABOTAGING Your Appearance

A new viral theory circulating on social media platforms claims ‘office air’ can negatively affect the health and appearance of your skin and hair. Mihajlo Ckovric/Stocksy “Office Air Theory” is trending on social media, with claims that office environments can negatively impact skin and hair throughout the day. Experts say there is some truth to the trend, as low humidity and dry indoor air can dehydrate skin. Stress, screen time, hormones, and hygiene habits can also play a role. Staying h

Why This Couple Said 'I Do' in the Most UNLIKELY Place Imaginable

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 Type of Dreams That Could Be RUINING Your Entire Day

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

The Exercise Hack That Builds MORE Muscle With LESS Work

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

Gen Z's Brains Are DETERIORATING Earlier Than Ever—Here's What's CAUSING It

“Challenges with memory and thinking have emerged as a leading health issue reported by U.S. adults,” associate professor of neurology Adam de Havenon of the Yale School of Medicine has reported.  A 2025 Yale Study, authored by de Havenon, found an alarming increase in self-reported cognitive disability, particularly among adults ages 18 to 34. The younger cohort rate nearly doubled over a decade—from 5.1% in 2013 to 9.7% in 2023—driving most of the overall increase.  By comparison, the rate amo

The SHOCKING Reason Surgeons Are Losing Patients to a Pill

The number of people getting bariatric surgery for weight loss has declined, partly due to the rise of GLP-1 medications. KARRASTOCK/Getty Images A new study has found a decline in the number of people getting bariatric surgery for weight loss. The widespread availability of GLP-1 medications and weight management programs is likely contributing to this trend. Experts say that bariatric surgery has been shown to be an effective long-term strategy for weight loss. Bariatric surgery also has q

The Two Words Women Say That Could Trigger a HEALTH Crisis

“I’m fine”—a vast majority of women utter those two words reflexively in various scenarios, when they’re not, in fact, fine. Now, Megababe is tackling this so-called ‘comfort tax’ with an ad campaign designed to encourage women to better advocate for themselves. On Monday, the personal care brand unveiled a series of bright orange-and-white ads across New York City that underscore how women have normalized discomfort. The campaign marks Megababe’s first foray into social-first messaging. It come

Why Your Allergies Are UNBEARABLE This Year — and It's Only Getting Worse

Climate change is making your allergies worse, in part by creating longer and more intense pollen seasons, according to a growing body of research from a number of scientists and physicians. “We know that climate change is leading to greater amounts of pollen in the atmosphere,” says Paul Beggs, an environmental health scientist and professor at Macquarie University in Sydney, Australia, who published a 2024 paper on the link between climate change and asthma. “It’s changing the seasonality of t

Sports

How to Watch the PGA Championship's Early Morning TEE TIMES

Golf fans are eagerly awaiting the start of the 2026 PGA Championship, which kicks off this week. From May 14 to the 17th, the biggest 156 names in golf will compete to earn the coveted Wanamaker trophy.  Last year’s winner Scottie Scheffler, 29, who took home the trophy for the first time, will return as the defending champion. Other big names will include Rory McIlroy, who is coming off of two consecutive Masters titles and is trying for his third PGA win and seventh major title. Other star pl

The Success Myth Naomi Osaka FINALLY Stopped Believing

Naomi Osaka once believed that winning meant saying yes to everything. Over the years of her successful tennis career, though, the four-time Grand Slam champion says that doesn’t ring true anymore. As the new ambassador for vitamin and supplement company Olly’s Mental Health Awareness Month campaign, Osaka got candid about setting boundaries, pushing through fatigue and the success myth she used to believe. “I used to think success meant saying yes to everything that came with it,” Osaka wrote i

Entertainment

The 'Star Wars' Actor Whose Death Just Ended an ERA

Michael Pennington, a celebrated Shakespearean actor who also appeared in “Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi,” has died, according to The Telegraph. He was 82. In “Return of the Jedi,” Pennington appeared as Moff Tiaan Jerjerrod, an Empire admiral responsible for overseeing the construction of the second Death Star. Pennington also appeared […]

The 'Little Bad News' Dolly Parton Just Shared About Her HEALTH

NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE – JUNE 06: Dolly Parton speaks onstage during Kicking Off CMA Fest: A Special Conversation With Dolly Parton Hosted By Rachel Smith at Music City Center on June 06, 2024 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Terry Wyatt/WireImage) Dolly Parton shared a new health update with fans in an Instagram video. Though she didn’t specify exactly what health issues she’s facing, Parton noted previous challenges with her kidney health as well as weakened immune and digestive systems. T

Why Nicole Kidman Is Training for a Job Most People Can't Even IMAGINE

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

Tom Brady Just EXPOSED Kevin Hart's Affair on Live TV

Tom Brady, who was the victim of Netflix’s last celebrity roast in 2024, made a surprise appearance at Kevin Hart’s roast Sunday to launch a few jokes at the comedian before the night got underway.  “All right, this won’t take long, because, as you guys know, I’m a busy man,” Brady quipped onstage. “But I […]

Did 'Euphoria' Just Kill Off a Character Everyone Thought Was SAFE?

SPOILER ALERT: This story contains spoilers for “This Little Piggy,” Season 3 Episode 5 of “Euphoria,” now streaming on HBO Max. Thus far, the third season of HBO’s “Euphoria” more closely resembles “Traffic” spliced with a telenovela than Sam Levinson’s original creation. Gone are the Labrinth needle-drops and kinetic camerawork — whip-pans and dolly zooms […]

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What Kevin Hart Said That Finally ENDED His Feud With Katt Williams

Katt Williams was a surprise guest at Netflix’s roast of Kevin Hart, and the two comedians ended their years-long public feud — after Williams launched several jokes at Hart’s expense. “I’m surprised they invited me,” Williams said after Regina Hall introduced him to the stage at Los Angeles’ Kia Forum. “That’s how little star power […]

What The Rock Just Said About Kevin Hart's WIFE

Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and Kevin Hart reunited at Hart’s Netflix roast before his “Jumanji” co-star launched into a lengthy, R-rated set that largely centered on Hart’s wife, Eniko.  Following a dramatic entrance to the stage — complete with a special effects and Queen’s “We Will Rock You” serving as the soundtrack — Johnson wasted […]

Why 'The Comeback' Didn't Get the Ending It DESERVED

SPOILER ALERT: The following piece contains plot details from the series finale of “The Comeback,” now streaming on HBO Max. Five minutes before the credits roll, “The Comeback” is set to end on a grim note. Valerie Cherish, the sitcom actor and pioneering reality star played with insistent cheer by comedic master Lisa Kudrow, is […]

The Busan Winner That Just Got Bollywood's Biggest NAMES on Board

Tribeny Rai’s debut feature “Shape of Momo,” an award-winner at the Busan International Film Festival, will open across India and Nepal on May 29, released by Rana Daggubati’s Spirit Media with Payal Kapadia, Zoya Akhtar and Reema Kagti serving as executive producers. Set in a Himalayan village in Sikkim, the film traces the lives of […]

The Horror Film That Just Assembled the Philippines' BIGGEST Stars

Julia Barretto, Charo Santos-Concio, Christopher de Leon, and Tony Labrusca have been set to star in “Knock Three Times,” the upcoming Philippine horror feature from director Jerrold Tarog, CreaZion Studios has revealed ahead of the Cannes Film Market. The film follows a young woman returning from rehab who discovers her mother has fallen under the […]

Why China's Box Office Just Crowned an UNEXPECTED Winner

Jinant Film & TV’s family drama “Dear You” ascended to the top spot at the China box office during the May 8–10 weekend, earning RMB62.6 million ($9.2 million), according to data from Artisan Gateway. Released on April 30 as part of the May Day holiday slate, the film has now reached a cumulative total of […]

Melissa Leo's CHILLING New Serial Killer Procedural

Melissa Leo, the Oscar-winning star of “The Fighter,” will appear in “The Mannequin,” a serial killer procedural from Sean Byrne, the twisted auteur behind “Dangerous Animals.” Studiocanal’s new genre label Sixth Dimension is backing the film and will launch worldwide sales at Cannes. It will release the picture in the U.K., France, Germany, Benelux, Poland, […]

What 'Bloody Tennis' Reveals About Society's DARK Side

At the Cannes Market on Wednesday, sales agency The Playmaker we will be hosting a private screening of Nikias Chryssos’ horror film “Bloody Tennis.” Variety spoke to the German director about his debut English-language movie, which stars Sandra Guldberg Kampp (“Foundation”), seen in the first-look image from the film, above, and Golden Globe nominee Helena […]

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Why Miami Police Are SUING Ben Affleck and Matt Damon

Two law enforcement officers in the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office, Jason Smith and Jonathan Santana, have filed a lawsuit against Ben Affleck and Matt Damon’s production company Artists Equity over “The Rip,” the Netflix crime drama directed by Joe Carnahan that launched on the streamer in January. As reported by Entertainment Weekly: “Smith and Santana allege […]

The Devil Wears Prada 2 Ascends to No. 1 in KOREA

In a shift at the top of the South Korean box office, the high-fashion sequel “The Devil Wears Prada 2” claimed the No. 1 spot during the weekend of May 8–10. According to data from KOBIS, the tracking service operated by the Korean Film Council, the film earned $1.3 million from 195,513 admissions, narrowly surpassing […]

The Producer Behind Cannes' Hottest Film Just Made a MAJOR Move

Italian producer Lorenzo Gangarossa, whose credits include Pawel Pawlikowski’s upcoming Cannes competition title “Fatherland,” is set to join Lucky Red as head of international projects of the Rome-based indie that was recently acquired by France’s Canal+ Group. The move signals the intent on the part of Lucky Red, a leading Italian indie film distributor that […]

FKA Twigs to Become Josephine Baker in FALL Biopic

FKA Twigs will star as Jazz Age icon Josephine Baker in a new movie biopic from “Cuties” filmmaker Maimouna Doucouré, which begins filming this fall. Variety previously reported that the Grammy-winning artist was in negotiations to portray the trailblazing American-born French dancer, singer, actor and civil rights activist in the film, which is financed and […]

The Mobile Game Empire About to Invade Your TOY Store

“Clash of Clans,” “Clash Royale” and “Brawl Stars” maker Supercell has set a multiyear licensing deal with toy company Spin Master Corp for a new collection of products and collector items inspired by the mobile gaming company’s popular titles. Under the pact, Spin Master will create a product line that brings the iconic characters, battles […]

Russell Tovey and Olivia Colman in McQueen-Blow SHORT

The relationship between Alexander McQueen and Isabella Blow — famed enfants terribles of the early 90s fashion world — is set to be brought to the screen in a new short film starring Russell Tovey and Olivia Colman. “Wild Bird” is being directed by acclaimed Brit filmmaker Andrew Haigh (“All of Us Strangers,” “Lean on Pete,” “45 […]

Madrid Film Event Builds Festival Track RECORD

Spain’s ECAM Forum, the fast-building Madrid industry event which in just two editions has positioned itself as one of the country’s key launchpads for auteur cinema and international co-production, has unveiled the first major project lineup for its third edition, running June 9-11, 2026, at Madrid’s Matadero. Organized by Madrid’s prestigious ECAM film school, the […]

What Alec Guinness Told Ian McKellen That He IGNORED for Decades

Ian McKellen revealed in a recent interview with The Guardian that Obi-Wan Kenobi actor Alec Guinness once advised him not to go public when it came to advocating for gay rights. Guinness allegedly told McKellen to “withdraw” his support for the U.K. gay rights lobby group Stonewall, which at the time was fighting for government […]

The Vietnamese Horror Film Making Waves at CANNES

Vietnam-based Skyline Media has acquired worldwide sales rights to “The 10th House,” a folk horror feature from ProductionQ, with the title set to be introduced to buyers at the Cannes Film Market. The pre-production project is the latest from director-producer duo Tran Huu Tan and Hoang Quan. Drawing on a little-explored strand of Vietnamese folk […]

Conecta Fiction Heads to Mallorca With AI and Microdrama in FOCUS

Conecta Fiction & Entertainment is taking its 10th edition to Magaluf-Mallorca, marking both an anniversary for the international content forum and its first landing in Spain’s Balearic Islands. Unveiled last week at a press conference in Calvià, Mallorca, the 2026 edition — rebranded this year as Conecta Magaluf-Mallorca — will run May 25-28 at the […]

Hong Sangsoo's Latest Film Finds Global Distribution at FINECUT

Leading Korean sales outfit Finecut has closed deals across seven territories for Hong Sangsoo’s “The Day She Returns,” the Korean auteur’s 34th feature, which had its world premiere in the Panorama strand of the Berlinale. The Berlin appearance marked Hong’s seventh consecutive year with a film invited to the festival. Buyers include The Cinema Guild […]

Sony Just Spent Over $1 Billion on Songs You Know by HEART

As expected, Sony Music Publishing has announced an agreement to acquire the complete music rights portfolio of Recognition Music Group from funds managed by Blackstone, subject to customary closing conditions. Terms of the deal were not announced, but sources and Billboard have valued the catalog in the $2 billion range, although estimates vary widely. The […]

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The Game You Play Every Morning Is About to Be on PRIMETIME

Wordle could be the next great game show. NBC has greenlit a game show version of The New York Times' popular puzzle game, and it's set to debut in 2027 with Savannah Guthrie as the host. The show will be produced by Universal Television Alternative Studio "in partnership with" Jimmy Fallon's production company and the NYT, according to a press release. Here's an overview of how the new "fast-paced format" will work in game show form, from the NYT: The series will feature teams of players compet

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NBC's Fall Lineup Just Changed — And One Show Is MISSING

NBC has unveiled its fall schedule for the 2026-2027 broadcast season, which includes the new broadcast edition of “The Traitors.” As previously announced, the NBC version of the hit competition series will feature non-celebrity contestants and Emmy-winning host Alan Cumming as the Faithful seek to oust the Traitors to claim the show’s $250,000 cash prize. […]

Liam Neeson and John Cleese Just Signed On for Something SPLENDID

Matthew Modine is set to direct himself alongside Liam Neeson and John Cleese in upcoming feature “The Splendid Thing,” described as blending romantic comedy, drama and fantasy. Hyde Park Intl. is launching the project at the Cannes market, with more stars currently in discussion to join. “The Splendid Thing” will see Modine play Declan King, […]

Why This Legendary Director Says the Oscars FAILED

Pedro Almodóvar recently spoke to the Los Angeles Times ahead of his latest movie, “Bitter Christmas,” competing at the Cannes Film Festival and called out the Oscars for being blatantly apolitical this year. “You know, I’m not really blaming anyone in particular, but it was quite notable watching the Oscar telecast where there were not many protests […]

Fox Just KILLED the Show Millions Thought Would Return

So you think you can dance? You won’t be doing it on Fox any time soon. Fox Television Network president Rob Wade confirmed Sunday that the long-running dance competition show, which hasn’t aired since May 2024, isn’t expected to return. “Obviously, a really important show in the history of Fox, and right now, there’s no […]

Bravo's Radical Experiment That Could Change REALITY TV

How to pull Bravo fans deeper into the Peacock app? NBCUniversal has a new short answer: It’s gearing up to launch the very first Bravo “unscripted microdramas,” hoping to latch on to the vertical video trend that’s ricocheting around social media. This summer, Peacock will debut two Bravo original unscripted microdramas: “Salon Confessionals With Madison […]

The Beatles Museum Opening Where History Was MADE

3 Savile Row in London’s Mayfair district is one of the most iconic locations in Beatles history: It was the legendary offices of the group’s company and record label Apple, songs from the “Let It Be” album were recorded in its basement, and its rooftop was the setting for the group’s final public performance in […]

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Fox's Fall Schedule Reveals What NOBODY Expected

Fox has revealed a fall schedule with just two nights of series that aren’t sports or reality TV and no new shows — once again saving the lion’s share of its scripted programming for midseason. That means new freshman entries — including the long-awaited return of “Baywatch,” as well as crime thriller (“The Interrogator”) from […]

Gracie Abrams' A24 Project Just Got Its LEADING Man

Tom Burke has joined the cast of “Please,” the next feature from “Babygirl” writer/director Halina Reijn and A24. The British star of “Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga” and “The Souvenir” joins Gracie Abrams in the feature, with the Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter set to make her acting debut. Plot details are being kept under wraps for now, […]

The Sundance Doc That Just Got SNATCHED Up

Kino Lorber has acquired the Sundance documentary “Soul Patrol.“ The documentary which premiered earlier this year during the film festival, is based on the bestselling memoir by Ed Emanuel. Directed by J.M Harper, the film was an official selection at the True/False Film Festival, Full Frame Documentary Film Festival, DC/DOX, and was recently awarded the top documentary […]

The Coming-of-Age Drama That Just Got Snatched Up by a MAJOR Studio

Independent Film Company and Sapan Studio have acquired U.S. and Canadian rights to “Mouse,” the latest feature from Kelly O’Sullivan and Alex Thompson, the filmmaking duo behind “Ghostlight” and “Saint Frances.” The coming-of-age drama had its world premiere out of this year’s Berlin International Film Festival, where it scored glowing reviews with Variety’s Peter Debruge […]

Florence Pugh to Star in Long-Awaited 'Midnight Library' Adaptation

Florence Pugh is to star in and produce “The Midnight Library,” the long-awaited film adaptation of Matt Haig’s bestselling novel. Studiocanal and Blueprint Pictures — who first optioned the book in 2020 — have also attached Garth Davis (“Lion”) to direct the feature, from a screenplay by Olivier-winning Laura Wade (“Rivals,” “The Riot Club”) and Olivier and […]

Grant Hill Boards Documentary About Legendary Artist Romare Bearden

NBA Hall of Famer Grant Hill and veteran industry executive Kimberly Evans Paige boarded the forthcoming feature documentary “Romare Bearden: A Life in Collage” as executive producers. The documentary offers a definitive, cinematic portrait of one of America’s most influential visual artists, Romare Bearden, and a cut of the film will screen at Cannes’ Marché […]

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Why Cannes Has FEWER Stars This Year—And What It Means for Hollywood

Cannes. The word alone instantly conjures visions of cinema gods and goddesses, decked out in haute couture, ascending the red-carpeted steps of the Palais amidst a flurry of flashbulbs and thousands of screaming fans. But as the festival enters its 79th year, Cannes is looking less star-studded than usual, with the major studios sitting this […]

The EXPLOSIVE Franchise Coming to Your TV Screen

UPDATED: A “Fast & Furious” TV series is officially in the works at Peacock. The announcement was made onstage by franchise star Vin Diesel at the NBCUniversal upfront presentation in New York on Monday alongside “Tonight Show” host Jimmy Fallon. “For the last decade, we have realized that the fans have wanted more,” Diesel said. […]

The Viral Creator's New Podcast That's Landing MAJOR Stars

Dhar Mann Studios is expanding its content slate with the launch of its first original podcast, “What Happens Next,” hosted by Dhar Mann. Premiering May 18, the weekly series marks a significant push into audio for the company founded by one of the world’s most-watched digital storytellers. The podcast builds on the success of Mann’s […]

The Reality Show Getting ANOTHER Season Despite the Drama

OWN is doubling down on one of its signature franchises. The network has renewed “Love & Marriage: Huntsville” for a 12th season and ordered 30 additional episodes, Variety has learned exclusively. The expanded pickup will roll out across 2026 and 2027, reinforcing the series’ place as a cornerstone of OWN’s Saturday night lineup. The show […]

The YA Romance That's PERFECTLY Predictable—and We Love It

Based on Elle Kennedy’s bestselling book series of the same name and adapted for television by Louisa Levy, “Off Campus” is a YA romance drama revolving around a popular jock and a quirky music student who inadvertently cross paths and fall in love. Set at the fictional Northeastern Briar University, Season 1 focuses on the […]

The Award Show REVIVAL That's Making a Comeback

The People’s Choice Awards are making a comeback — again. The kudocast, which hasn’t held a ceremomy since February 2024, will come back to life in 2027 on E!, the cabler announced Monday. The news came as part of E! parent Versant’s upfronts presentation — held inside the NBCUniversal upfronts at Radio City Music Hall. […]

What Cannes Just Said About Hollywood's NEW Oscar Rules

Quizzed about the Academy’s new rules on AI, festival boss Thierry Fremaux called them “obvious” as he spoke nostalgically about the celluloid film era. He argued that Francis Ford Coppola’s “Apocalypse Now” was an emblem of that authentic age and “the last organic film” he saw. “The helicopters in the Valkyrie scene were the helicopters […]

The 18 BRUTAL Jokes They Cut From Kevin Hart's Roast

On Sunday night, TV viewers could opt for the latest distressing episode of HBO’s “Euphoria,” or a lighter affair on Netflix in “The Roast of Kevin Hart,” wherein a motley crew of celebs punched down — literally — at the diminutive star live from the Kia Forum in Los Angeles. With roastmaster Shane Gillis presiding […]

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How Disney Plans to DOMINATE the Super Bowl, Grammys and Oscars

On today’s special Upfronts-themed episode, Rita Ferro, Disney’s president of global advertising, offers a preview of the Mouse House’s May 12 presentation to advertisers in New York. Ferro details Disney’s plan to link the live spectacle of the Grammys, the Super Bowl and the Oscars for big brands. She gives her perspective on the state […]

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Gracie Abrams Announces 'Daughter From HELL' Album This Summer

Gracie Abrams has announced her third album “Daughter From Hell,” releasing on July 17 via Interscope Records. The singer-songwriter revealed the title of the project on social media on Monday morning. “Whoa whoa whoa,” she wrote in a caption. “Freaking out. I am so ready for it to be years.” In the lead-up to the […]

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Isabelle Huppert Stars in Hot Cannes Thriller 'LINEAGE'

French screen legend Isabelle Huppert is set to star in her first British film, “Lineage,” the hot new feature from acclaimed filmmaker Yann Demange (“Top Boy,” “71”). She’ll star opposite Dali Benssalah, Adam Bessa and award-winning global recording artist Raye in a breakout screen role. The high-profile crime drama is set to launch international sales […]

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What Seth Meyers Just Said About CBS Paying TRUMP

Seth Meyers closed the NBCUniversal upfront at Radio City Music Hall on Monday morning with plenty of jabs at his bosses. But perhaps his most cutting jokes were reserved for rival CBS and its Paramount Skydance owners. “CBS did not hold an upfront presentation this year because at CBS, upfront just describes how they paid […]

The Rookie Spinoff That Just Got the GREEN LIGHT

“The Rookie” spinoff “The Rookie: North” has been ordered to series at ABC. Per the official logline, the series stars Jay Ellis as Alex Holland, who “believed his mid-life wasn’t worthy of a crisis. But after a violent home invasion ignites a dormant purpose, Alex battles a lifetime of failed commitments by joining the Pierce […]

Why Abbott Elementary's Creator Feels INVINCIBLE

As Quinta Brunson builds her own TV production company, she knows what she doesn’t want to make: “Slop.” In this age of AI, “slop” has become a term to describe the kind of mindless fare that has started to clog social media and other platforms — projects created without much soul or originality at the […]

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The Reality Show Where Disgraced Stars Face ACCOUNTABILITY

Amazon Prime Video has greenlit “Reality Retreat” (working title), a new series that stars major characters from other reality TV franchises as they attend “a high-stakes wellness retreat designed to challenge their identities, relationships, and personal growth.” The cast includes “Real Housewives” alumni Kenya Moore, Margaret Josephs and Kim Zolciak; former “Selling Sunset” star Christine […]

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The Amazon Show That Just Got ANOTHER Season

“Reacher” has been renewed for Season 5 ahead of its fourth season premiere. The action series starring Alan Ritchson is one of the most popular programs on Amazon Prime Video, where Season 3 captured 54.6 million viewers globally on Prime Video in its first 19 days, according to the streamer. Under that metric, “Reacher” earned […]

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The Surprise Guest Who Just Shocked NBC's BIGGEST Event

The Peacock network opened its 2026 upfront presentation to advertisers Monday at Radio City MusicaHall with a laser light show that included all the colors of NBC’s logo rainbow, followed by a monologue and musical number from “Las Culturistas” hosts Bowen Yang and Matt Rogers. Set to the tune of Bruno Mars and Rosé’s “APT,” […]

Variety Dominates With 100 SoCal Journalism Award NOMINATIONS

Variety has received 100 nominations during the 2025 calendar year for the Los Angeles Press Club’s annual SoCal Journalism Awards. Four journalists were finalists for Journalist of the Year, including Daniel D’Addario for journalist of the year, print (over 50,000 circulation); Brian Steinberg for online journalist of the year; and Brent Lang and Chris Willman, […]

Anna Sawai Just Landed a Role That Has Nothing to Do With ACTING

Anna Sawai has been announced as the first-ever global ambassador for Hibiki, the renowned expression from legendary Japanese whisky makers, The House of Suntory. Sawai stars in Hibiki Whisky’s first global campaign, dubbed “The Masterpiece of Japanese Artistry,” with the Emmy-winning “Shogun” star photographed in a traditional Japanese kimono while holding a bottle of Hibiki […]

The Bizarre Reason Dua Lipa Is Demanding $15 Million From SAMSUNG

British pop star Dua Lipa is suing Samsung Electronics for at least $15 million in damages alleging the South Korean electronics company illegally used a copyrighted image of her without permission. The legal complaint filed Friday in the United States District Court for the Central District of California alleges Samsung used an image of Lipa for some of its television cardboard boxes in circulation last year. According to the lawsuit, Lipa accuses Samsung of violating her “right of publicity” a

'Lord of the Flies' Casting Directors on Finding the Perfect Piggy

“Adolescence” co-creator Jack Thorne’s adaptation of “Lord of the Flies” remains largely faithful to William Golding’s 1954 novel. The series, a co-production between Sony Pictures Television’s Eleven Films (which makes it eligible for the Primetime Emmys) and the BBC, follows a group of boys who become stranded on an island in the early 1950s following a […]

The Breaking Bad Star Who Just Joined FALLOUT's Wasteland

Aaron Paul has joined the cast of “Fallout” Season 3. Details about his role are kept under wraps, while Annabel O’Hagan and Dave Register have been promoted to series regulars on the Amazon Prime Video sci-fi drama. The casting marks a reunion between Paul and executive producers Jonathan Nolan and Lisa Joy, who cast the […]

The WESTWORLD Reboot That Could Erase Everything You Remember

David Koepp is returning to the world of twisted amusement parks. The screenwriter, best known for adapting the hit novel “Jurassic Park” for the big screen, has been hired to pen a reboot of the 1973 sci-fi Western “Westworld.” Warner Bros. is developing the reboot, which does not have a director attached. The company is […]

Hannah Waddingham's New Show That Could DETHRONE Ted Lasso

Octavia Spencer and Hannah Waddingham will kick off their “Ride or Die” adventure on July 15, Prime Video announced Monday. The action comedy received a premiere date — and revealed some first-look images — as Amazon prepared for its upfront presentation in New York. “Ride or Die,” which comes from Paramount Television Studios, will debut […]

The Soap Opera Star Whose Death Just SHOCKED Hollywood

Jennifer Harmon, the lead actress of the NBC soap opera “How to Survive a Marriage,” who also appeared on “One Live to Live,” died May 9 in New York City. She was 82. Harmon originally began her career onstage with the Broadway production of “You Can’t Take It With You” in 1965, and later landed […]

The Military Fabric Secret Behind The Testaments' TERRIFYING Costumes

Hulu’s “The Handmaid’s Tale” first introduced the Plums into its dystopian world in Season 5. When Luke (O-T Fagbenle) and June (Elisabeth Moss) search for their daughter Hannah, they first learn about the premarital training school. Hannah is now older and named Agnes (Chase Infiniti) and attends Aunt Lydia’s (Ann Dowd) elite prep school, where […]

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The Mind-Blowing Wordle Numbers Behind NBC's SHOCKING New TV Show

Your family group chat’s favorite daily word game is about to get an adaptation for the screen. In a series of press releases published this morning, The New York Times and NBC announced a new joint venture: a game show series based on Wordle, The Times’ fan-favorite word-guessing game. The show will be produced by Universal Television Alternative Studio in partnership with Electric Hot Dog (Jimmy Fallon’s production company) and The Times. Wordle’s popularity is part of a broader, successful Ga

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Amazon's STEAMY New Series Based on Romance Novels Gets the Greenlight

Amazon Prime Video has ordered a series version of Elsie Silver’s “Rose Hill” romance novels. The announcement was made as part of Amazon’s upfront presentation to advertisers in New York on Monday. Variety exclusively reported the project was in development at Prime Video in June 2025. The logline for the show states that it “follows […]

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IATSE Secures Deal for 'Beast Games' Season 3

The International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE) has reached an agreement with the producers of “Beast Games” Season 3. The new contract will cover more than 500 crew members working on the production, which is based in Greenville, N.C. Members working on the production will receive back pay and benefits for pre-production work that has […]

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'Sex Criminals' Gets Amazon Series With Director Behind MAJOR Hit

Nia DaCosta will direct the first two episodes of the upcoming Amazon Prime Video series “Sex Criminals.” She will also serve as an executive producer on the project. Based on Matt Fraction and Chip Zdarsky’s comic book series of the same name, published by Image Comics, the series stars Imogen Poots as Suze, who is […]

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When 'Rings of Power' Season 3 Finally RETURNS

Amazon Prime Video has set a release date for the next installation of “The Rings of Power.” The third season of the “Lord of the Rings” prequel series will debut on November 11. The news was announced ahead of Amazon’s presentation to advertisers at upfronts in New York City, where the company also released a […]

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Composer Mark Smythe Dies on Hiking Trail at 53

Mark Smythe, a New Zealand-born and L.A.-based composer, died Saturday after a medical emergency on the Mount Wilson hiking trail near Los Angeles. He was 53. The L.A. Coroner’s office reported that the cause of death was cardiovascular disease. The rescue team said in a statement, “Sierra Madre Search and Rescue extends our condolences to […]

Amazon Just Ordered the TV Series EVERY Fantasy Fan Is Waiting For

Get ready, riders: The long-gestating “Fourth Wing” TV adaptation has been ordered to series at Amazon’s Prime Video. Based on the best-selling “The Empyrean” romantasy book series from author Rebecca Yarros, “Fourth Wing” is set inside the brutal world of Basgiath War College, where there is only one rule: graduate or die. Twenty-year-old Violet Sorrengail […]

The Reality Show That FOOLED America Is Coming Back

Ronald Gladden and Anthony Norman may soon have some company. The two unwitting stars of Prime Video’s “Jury Duty” franchise will now get to watch while someone else experiences what they went through, as the streamer has ordered a third season of the ambitious docu-hoax comedy. “Jury Duty” centers on a civilian mark who has […]

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The GRIM Discovery Inside a Cargo Train at the Border

Multiple bodies found in Union Pacific cargo train at Laredo railyard  WOAI 6 Bodies Found in a Boxcar in Texas, Officials Say  The New York Times Six people found dead in boxcar in Laredo, Texas, police say  Yahoo 6 found dead inside railroad boxcar, Laredo police say  KSAT Dead bodies found on Union Pacific train near mile marker 13 of I-35  Laredo Morning Times

The Man Who Changed How America Fights HATE Just Died

Abraham Foxman, influential leader of Anti-Defamation League, dies at 86  The Washington Post Abraham Foxman, Warrior Against Antisemitism, Dies at 86  The New York Times US Jewish leader, Israel advocate Abe Foxman dies at 86  Al Jazeera Abe Foxman, advocate for American Jews as longtime head of Anti-Defamation League, dies at 86  CNN Remembering Abe Foxman, the longtime ADL leader known as the ‘Jewish pope,’ who always answered my calls  The Forward

The Grim Discovery Inside a Texas BOXCAR

6 Bodies Found in a Boxcar in Texas, Officials Say  The New York Times Union Pacific cargo train: 6 people found dead in a boxcar in Texas as temperatures soared, police say  CNN Six people confirmed dead in Union Pacific cargo train at Laredo railyard  WOAI 6 found dead inside railroad boxcar, Laredo police say  KSAT 6 people found dead inside cargo train boxcar in Texas  NBC News

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The Storm System Tearing Through Austin RIGHT NOW

Severe thunderstorms moving through Austin area  KXAN Austin Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued for South Central Texas  KSAT Dallas weather: Severe storms bring threat of large hail and 75 mph winds  FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth Gov. Abbott activates state emergency resources ahead of severe storm threat  Yahoo SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING through 11 p.m.  WOAI

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The Horrifying Discovery Inside a Texas Cargo TRAIN

6 people found dead inside cargo train boxcar in Texas  NBC News Union Pacific cargo train: 6 people found dead in a boxcar in Texas as temperatures soared, police say  CNN 6 Bodies Found in a Boxcar in Texas, Officials Say  The New York Times 6 found dead inside railroad boxcar, Laredo police say  KSAT Six people confirmed dead in Union Pacific cargo train at Laredo railyard  WOAI

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Why Design's New Era Feels Like a BATTLEGROUND

It was the shock that the design world didn’t see coming, but should have. In mid-April, Anthropic, the maker of Claude, launched a stand-alone design tool called Claude Design. No matter that Google had already tried the same thing with its platform Stitch, and there were also plenty of perfectly good vibe coding tools on the market. The possibility that Anthropic—the same AI company known for upending product development by rapidly commoditizing code—was coming for design next introduced a sud

The Lamps That Broke Every RULE of Design

Designers love to experiment, but there’s one particular object where they tend to get especially creative and even weird: lighting. Picture a ceramic lamp sculpted into a car, a fixture and shade cast in metal swirls, and something that looks like a cork UFO. These out-of-the-box designs are part of a new exhibition during New York’s Design Week showing the unusual territory where designers are taking lighting. From left: Hawa Al-Najjar, Mazhariyya Lamp, 2025. Suna Bonometti, Solid Lace, 2026.

What Global City Mayors Know About Leadership That You DON'T

Hello and welcome to Modern CEO! I’m Stephanie Mehta, CEO and chief content officer of Mansueto Ventures. Each week this newsletter explores inclusive approaches to leadership drawn from conversations with executives and entrepreneurs, and from the pages of Inc. and Fast Company. If you received this newsletter from a friend, you can sign up to get it yourself every Monday morning.  A year ago, amid a wave of DOGE cuts to federal agencies, Modern CEO highlighted the things government gets right,

The HORRIFYING Discovery Inside a Train Car at the BORDER

Discovery was made by Union Pacific employee inspecting stopped train at the yard in Laredo before it continued its journey north Sign up for the Breaking News US newsletter email Rail workers in Texas found six people dead inside a boxcar at a yard close to the Mexican border on Sunday afternoon, officials said. The discovery was made by a Union Pacific employee inspecting the stopped train at the yard in Laredo before it continued its journey north, a spokesperson for the Laredo police depar

The Teen Who Fought ICE for Her Parents Just Lost Her FINAL Battle

Kevin González, 18-year-old who had terminal colon cancer, died shortly after reuniting with his parents in Mexico A Chicago-born teen who advocated for his parents’ release from US immigration authorities’ custody while fighting terminal cancer has died shortly after reuniting with them in Mexico, his family has told media outlets. The parents of 18-year-old Kevin González had been taken into Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody in Arizona in mid-April after they crossed the US bor

The Amazon Pet Deals That Are Actually WORTH Your Money

The Little Green carpet cleaner can do more than just suck up unmentionable pet-created disasters. It’s great for getting out coffee stains, too. | Image: Bissell A big part of my job here at The Verge is to find deals on tech that readers will like. But in my personal life, I’m not spending anywhere near as much money on tech as I am on food, litter, and other supplies for our two cats. Sad, but true. If your life is also ruled by furry (or feathered, scaled, shelled) friends, perhaps your in

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5,000 Acres of the Everglades Are BURNING Right Now

After weeks of extreme drought across Florida, a wildfire has broken out in the Everglades, burning more than 5,000 acres.  The fire, called the Max Road Miramar Fire, is located outside of Miami, and was first reported on Sunday.  By Monday around 11 a.m., it had burned at least 5,600 acres, according to the Florida Forest Service, and was only 30% contained. In images and videos of the Max Road Miramar Fire, massive plumes of black smoke fill the sky; the smoke has caused low visibility o

The Cambridge Shooting That Just Triggered MASSIVE Police Response

Cambridge shooting on Memorial Drive draws large police response  CBS News Shots fired on Memorial Drive in Cambridge, suspect in custody, officials say  The Boston Globe LIVE COVERAGE: Cambridge mayor's office aware of Memorial Drive police shooting  NBC Boston Gunfire erupts in officer-involved shooting in Cambridge  Boston Herald 7NEWS Sources: 2 people shot on Memorial Drive in Cambridge  WHDH