Thursday, June 25, 2026

Why Grand Theft Auto VI Will Cost MORE Than You've EVER Paid

GTA6 might be an outlier, though—at least for now.

The Military Space-LASER Project SpaceX Just REVEALED

Government documents show a lineup of defense contractors joining SpaceX to create a satellite network to track airborne threats.

How to Stop Google From TRAINING AI on YOUR Searches

Google’s Search history update stores media uploads from your interactions, like images used in reverse image searches, for training its AI models.

The Former Infosys Chief Building a RIVAL to the Entire IT World

Backed by Mayfield and Aramco Ventures, Vishal Sikka’s new venture brings together veterans from SAP, Infosys, and VianAI.

The Prime Day Tech Deals Worth Shopping RIGHT NOW

Welcome to day two of Amazon’s four-day Prime Day event, which, if we’re being honest, looks a lot like day one. That’s actually good news, though, because many of the best deals are still around, and some new ones have joined them. If you’ve got a Prime subscription, whether through a free trial or a discounted student membership, you’ll find our favorite deals below. Not every Prime Day deal deserves your attention, so we’ve filled this guide with products we know and genuinely like. Our team

Why Europe Just Said NO to Washington's Chip War Strategy

As ASML CEO Christophe Fouquet told TechCrunch in May, what China can currently buy are older-generation deep ultraviolet tools — gear first shipped about a decade ago — the same machines the MATCH Act would now put off limits.

How India Found Its Secret Weapon in the AI RACE

Several companies have cropped up in India providing video training data made by humans that is being used to teach robots in the U.S. and China.

The ONE Product This Tech Editor Can't Stop Recommending on PRIME DAY

The Skylight Calendar 2 and Calendar Max are both on sale for Prime Day if you've been dreaming of a digital calendar to manage your household.

The Company Spending MORE Than Tesla and Waymo Combined That Builds ZERO Cars

Uber is quietly writing $500 million checks to lock in robotaxis as Waymo threatens to leave it behind.

The Ex-Tencent AI Chief's Startup That's Betting BIG on World Models

Fresh off an $80 million round from investors including AMD and Hyundai Motor, Video Rebirth is competing shoulder-to-shoulder with tech giants atop a major AI video leaderboard. Now it’s building a world model that can create real-time interactive 3D environments on the fly.

Where Anthropic's Secret HIRING Spree Just Revealed Its Next Move

The AI lab is hiring for AI data center roles in Australia and Japan as it rushes to expand compute capacity overseas.

Why Trusting AI for Mental Health Could BACKFIRE Dangerously

The human-AI trust bond is vulnerable when people discuss mental health issues with AI. I tell how and why trust fluctuates, and what to do about it. An AI Insider scoop.

Getty Sued AI Companies—Now It's Doing the ONE THING Nobody Expected

Getty’s OpenAI deal shows how AI copyright battles are moving from lawsuits to licensing, as rights-cleared content becomes valuable inside ChatGPT.

Why Gen Z Is Abandoning LinkedIn for INSTAGRAM

When you’re bombarded with AI slop, humble bragging, and a general sense that everyone is achieving bigger and better things in their careers than you are, it’s easy to get the LinkedIn ick. So, many professionals looking to advance their careers—especially Gen Z—have started congregating elsewhere. A new survey from Zety, a résumé builder, found that YouTube and Instagram are now the top platforms where Gen Z workers seek career advice, cited by 80% and 73% of respondents respectively. LinkedIn

99 Prime Day Deals on Gear We Stand By, Up To 50% Off

We've gone from A to Z to find Amazon's best Prime Day deals on the gear worth owning.

Facebook Just RESURRECTED a Dead Platform as an AI Experiment

This is what the new Creator Studio app looks like, after the original service was shuttered in 2023. | Image: Meta Meta is bringing back the Facebook Creator Studio page manager, now "reimagined" as a standalone AI companion app. The new app aims to make it easier for creators to connect with their audiences, and show them "exactly how to grow on Facebook," according to Meta's announcement. Meta's AI Creator Assistant is a central focus of the newly reimagined app - users can ask the chatbot

Apple Devices Are 30% Off—But Only for the Next Few Hours

Apple deals abound for Amazon Prime Day. We've rounded up the best deals on Apple Watches, iPhones, MacBooks, iPads, and accessories.

The Company That Said It Cut Off Russia — But Russia Kept Using Its TOOLS

Security researchers found evidence that Russian authorities hacked the iPhone of a political opponent using a phone-unlocking device made by Cellebrite, even after the company said it would stop selling to Putin’s government.

The Crime-Prediction System British Police Can't TRUST Anymore

As UK police embrace the AI revolution, a WIRED investigation reveals the messy inside story of one region’s experiment with predictive analytics.

IBM Just Shattered the Physical LIMITS of What a Computer Chip Can Be

IBM’s nanostack transistors could boost chip performance or energy efficiency.

The Legal THREAT That Could Shut Down Data Centers Around the World

LSE analysis highlights litigation linked to energy sources, water consumption and air pollution The proliferation of datacentres and AI is increasingly at the forefront of environmental litigation around the world from Chile to Ireland, a report has found. In an analysis of about 3,600 climate-related lawsuits filed since 2015, the latest annual review of climate litigation by the London School of Economics (LSE) found a growing number of cases challenging the energy sources, water consumption

The Solar E-Bike That Could Either Save Commuting — Or Become EXPENSIVE Trash

Tempting, isn’t it? | Image: Phosgo I like the idea of a solar-powered electric bike, but I don't think anyone should buy the new Phosgo Go5 - not yet, anyway. This "world's first AI solar e-bike" promises to "eliminate range anxiety," and is sold by a new brand out of China hoping to make a big splash by selling direct-to-consumer through a global crowdfunding campaign. So many red flags here. According to a media kit the company sent me from a generic gmail.com address, Phosgo is a joint ven

The Prime Day Deals That Could Save You $280 — If You Act FAST

Don't pay full price—snag one of these tasty Prime Day tech deals on some of our favorite WIRED-tested gadgets.

How Two Apps Are DESTROYING Traditional Sports Broadcasting

Leagues, teams and media networks are increasingly meeting younger fans on social media as platforms like TikTok, Roblox and YouTube capture most of their time.

What Amazon Doesn't Want Casual Shoppers to KNOW

The third day of Amazon Prime Day is for the real heads, and so is our live blog. We'll bring you deals, trends, and commentary until Amazon's annual summer sale finally hangs up its cleats.

The AI Tools That Could Actually SAVE Democracy

When four-year-old Joca, a golden retriever with dark soulful eyes, died on a scorching Brazilian tarmac after an airline’s tragic mistake, the nation’s outrage could have remained just another trending hashtag. But Fernando, a young man in São Paulo, submitted an online legislative proposal for “Joca’s law.” Senators held a hearing, and eventually the Senate and the House passed legislation.  While most online engagement today amounts to clicking, liking, and sharing—what the late political the

The Best Headphone Deals We Found on Prime Day 2026

From AirPods to on-ears, we’ve tested hundreds of pairs of headphones. Here are the best deals from Amazon’s biggest sale event.

Amazon's $13B Bet on a Country Most Tech Giants Are ABANDONING

Amazon’s latest India investment comes as global tech companies race to expand AI infrastructure in the country.

Why Ford Had to UNDO Its Automation Revolution and Beg Engineers to RETURN

To celebrate its new status as No. 1 in JD Power's initial quality ranking among mainstream automakers, Ford is opening up about the challenges it has faced in recent years, especially around its reliance on automated systems in production and design. It turns out that those automated systems were not as robust as previously assumed, requiring Ford to hire experienced technicians - sometimes bringing back former employees - to correct errors made by the company's robots. In Ford's view, AI is b

Why the Hottest AI Investments Are Actually TERRIBLE Bets

Overhyped IPOs are usually terrible bets. That doesn’t mean the bull market is over.

The Prime Day Kindle Deals That Could Save You 36% TODAY

There’s no better time to get a Kindle than during Amazon's own sale event.

Why AI Might Be the ONLY Cofounder You'll Ever Need

If you look around your professional network today, you might notice a striking trend: More and more people seem to be starting their own businesses. According to recent LinkedIn data, the percentage of U.S. professionals adopting the “founder” title in 2025 surged by 69% over 2024, and increased 300% since 2022. This boom isn’t just about Silicon Valley or venture-backed tech startups. A movement is growing on Main Streets and at kitchen tables across the country. More early career professional

Why Your Next MacBook Will Cost MORE Than You Thought Possible

Tim Cook said last week that Apple would hike prices due to surging memory and storage costs.

The Moon Buggy-Inspired EV That Apple Designers Built in HIDING

The Amble One is a street-legal $25,000 electric buggy designed for luxury resorts—but a car is also coming.

The $6,690 Camera That Shoots 8K Video Like NOTHING Else

Unlike the Leica SL3 and SL3-S, the new SL3-P doesn’t include the brand’s recognizable red dot badge on the front. | Image: Leica Camera Following the launch of the SL3 in 2024 and last year's SL3-S that was optimized for speed and capturing fast moving subjects, Leica announced the new SL3-P today delivering some of the best features from both of its predecessors. Like Leica's previous "P" variants, the new SL3-P lacks the brand's iconic and recognizable red dot badge on the front but makes u

The 29 Gaming Deals That Make Prime Day Look OVERPRICED

There are some some sizable discounts on new and recent hits from the last few years for the Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, and the Xbox Series X / S for Prime Day. Most Amazon game deals are physical copies, but every so often there’s a better or equivalent price on digital versions, as well as some matched deals at Best Buy. In addition to game deals, we’re also on the hunt for discounted gaming accessories. This is usually a pretty good time to save what you can on things like gaming heads

The REAL Reason Everyone's Turning Against AI Data Centers

When I shared my predictions for AI in 2026 earlier this year, I snuck in a one-sentence nugget that turned out to be surprisingly prescient: “In 2026, I expect a populist backlash against the fact that data centers’ voracious energy demands are raising electricity rates for everyday people.” I was right to flag the problem. But even as an AI expert, I failed to predict its scope. People hate AI data centers. They’ve been blamed for high electric bills, but also air pollution, odd humming noi

Adobe's Acquisition That Could Change How You Edit EVERYTHING

Adobe said that it will integrate Topaz Labs' tools across its apps.

Samsung's New Budget Phone Costs MORE Despite Being WORSE

The US only gets it in black, but blue and pink models are launching elsewhere. | Image: Samsung The Galaxy A27 has been announced, and at $349.99 it's $50 more than last year's A26. That's understandable in the current economic climate, but a harder sell given that Samsung has also downgraded a few key specs. Compared to last year's phone, the A27 has lower resolution 12-megapixel selfie and 5-megapixel ultrawide cameras, worse IP64 waterproofing, and is very slightly thicker at 7.8mm. Other

The Best Prime Day Camera Deals From GoPro, Insta360, and DJI

Action cameras are perfect for capturing travel adventures, recording social media vlogs, and more. Make use of these great Prime Day deals.

2 Days Left to Save Up to $190 at TechCrunch Founder Summit

2 days left to lock in your spot at TechCrunch Founder Summit 2026 and save up to $190 before Early Bird rates expire on June 26 at 11:59 p.m. PT. Register here.

The Memory Crisis That's About to Make Your Next Apple Device UNAFFORDABLE

Apple increased prices on select MacBooks and iPads Thursday morning on the heels of a blowout Micron earnings report.

Why Apple Just Made Your Next Mac UNAFFORDABLE

Apple raises prices of MacBook Air and Pro along with iPad Air and Pro

Why Bungie Just Abandoned the Game That Made Them LEGENDARY

Now that Bungie has moved on from Destiny 2, the game studio is being hit with its latest round of layoffs. In a statement posted on X, the studio said that "we are announcing a reduction in force as we reorganize Bungie." No specific numbers were revealed. But in a separate statement, Hermen Hulst, CEO of Sony Interactive Entertainment's Studio Business Group, said that the layoffs would include "a significant number of employees, including most of the Destiny team and some Marathon team member

The $15M Startup That Just Convinced Andreessen to Bet on INFRASTRUCTURE

Netris provides software that runs on network switches, and offers a platform that helps neocloud operators reduce the time it takes to go live.

Adobe's Latest Acquisition Could Change How You Edit EVERYTHING

Adobe said on Thursday it has purchased Topaz Labs, an Emmy-winning AI company specializing in image and video enhancement. The company plans to integrate Topaz’s tools into its Firefly AI studio, enterprise products and the Adobe Creative Cloud suite, hoping to give creators using Firefly more control over the quality of their images and videos. […]

Amazon's Prime Day Gamble on AI: Is Anyone Actually BUYING It?

It’s a big moment for Amazon. The online retail giant’s misnamed Prime Day, which actually stretches across half a week and ends June 26, is in full swing, with blockbuster discounts on a vast swathe of products. But rather than leaving shoppers to click, compare, and hunt for deals on their own, Amazon is pushing its AI tools hard. Videos touting the ability to integrate Alexa, or Rufus, Amazon’s AI text chatbot, into the shopping experience are a new addition this year. An interesting Prime

The Robot That Could Make Lawn Mowing a Thing of the PAST

You don't need to cut your own grass anymore. Most of the best robot mowers I've tested are on sale for Prime Day.

Why Will.i.am Says AI Still Can't Do What HUMANS Do Best

Will.i.am, the Black Eyed Peas frontman and tech entrepreneur, said he’s more “worried about human greed” than about musicians being replaced by robots. “Right now is the time for the dreamer, not the regurgitator of yesterday’s imaginations — new imagination because AI is not doing imagination yet, and so we have the chance to dream […]

The AI Race America Might Already Be LOSING

Silicon Valley engineers recently flocked to new technology from a Chinese company, Z.ai, that is almost as good as its American competitors but much cheaper.

Google Just Launched a Finance App You DIDN'T Know You Needed

Users will be able to access their watchlists, real-time market data, live financial news, and Google's AI-powered "Key Moments" feature, which explains why stocks moved.

The Prime Day Fitness Deals Saving You UP TO $250

I've compiled a list of the best fitness tech deals this Amazon Prime Day, including smartwatches, walking pads, and recovery gear. You can thank me later.

The Writing Tool That Could END Your Distractions

Proof that I wrote this review on the BYOK. | Photo: Terrence O’Brien / The Verge I have long been on the hunt for the perfect distraction-free writing setup. The latest contender is BYOK, which stands for Bring Your Own Keyboard. It's a simple $199 black plastic rectangle with a low-resolution LCD screen that lets you edit text and does almost nothing else. I've tried dedicated apps. I've even converted an old laptop into a writerdeck. But neither solution really clicked. Last year, I paired

Oppo's Bubble Screen Has One MISSING Feature

The Bubble needs additional magnets to actually attach to a phone. The Oppo Bubble is a smart second screen for your phone, one that can be attached and detached at will, connects wirelessly, and serves as either a selfie screen or a wireless camera remote. It's the best version of this idea I've used yet, but also a frustrating reminder that it could be even better if only Oppo and other Android OEMs would get on board with Qi2. The Bubble is a bit like a smaller - much, much smaller - versio

The ULTRA-MINIMAL Electric Truck That Breaks All the Rules

Slate Auto is a new startup that emerged out of a secretive project called “Re:Car” within Re:Build Manufacturing, a domestic manufacturing project backed by Amazon founder Jeff Bezos. The company’s first electric vehicle is a barebones electric pickup that’s roughly a third of the size of your typical gas-powered truck. And the proposal is pretty radical: would you trade all the bells-and-whistles of a modern car for a more affordable price? The Slate Truck has unquestionably been one of the mo

How This Nonprofit Is Preparing Workers for the AI TAKEOVER

America has been rushing into an artificial intelligence future without much of a plan to stop what could be catastrophic job losses. Critics warn of doomsday scenarios out of a sci-fi thriller, while backers say AI will generate so much new wealth that no one should worry too much about millions of layoffs. A new bipartisan nonprofit hopes to ensure that America can realize the economic gains promised by AI without its workers suffering. RAISE US is starting with more than $500 million to deplo

The $2.3B Bet That VIDEO GAMES Will Train the Next Generation of AI

General Intuition has raised $320 million to scale AI trained on millions of hours of gameplay, betting action data can help AI develop something closer to human intuition.

Hackers Say They're DELETING Stolen Data — But Now Other Criminals Are Making Threats

Market research company Klue told customers that it believes the hacking group that stole their data is now deleting it. The company, however, warned about a second group of hackers wanting ransom.

Every Apple Product That Just Got More EXPENSIVE — The Full List

Following an interview with The Wall Street Journal earlier this month where Tim Cook hinted at upcoming price changes, Apple officially raised the prices on many of its hardware offerings today. They include iPads, Macs, smart speakers, and even the affordable MacBook Neo. While Cook said the company has tried to "shield" customers from price increases as the cost of memory and storage has recently surged thanks to AI companies stockpiling RAM and SSDs for data centers, Apple has finally joined

The Apple Watch Deal That Just Hit Its LOWEST Price Ever

We’ve seen a lot of great Prime Day deals on wearables this year, from the Fitbit Charge 6 to the latest Apple Watch SE. But if you’re looking for advanced health features, the Apple Watch Series 11 is the one to check out, and it’s now down to its best price ever: $279 ($120 off) at Amazon and Walmart for the 42mm model. If you want a larger watch, the 46mm option is also down to a new low price of $309 ($120 off) at Amazon and Walmart. Apple Watch Series 11 Where to Buy: $399 $279 at Amazon

Xbox Just Got $100 MORE Expensive — Here's Why

Microsoft is increasing the prices of Xbox consoles again. Starting August 1st, 512GB models will be $100 more expensive, while 1TB models will be $150 more expensive. This means that the Xbox Series S will start at $499.99, the Xbox Series X without a disc drive will start at $749.99, and the Series X with a disc drive will start at $799.99. Microsoft also says it will be "sunsetting" its 2TB Xbox Series X. Microsoft last raised prices in October by $20 to $70 and says it had hoped to avoid fur

The Prime Day Apple Deals That Are TOO GOOD to Ignore

The latest iPad Air is still available at its pre-price hike discount. | Photo by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge Amazon’s Prime Day is now in its third day, and whether you’re looking for a new pair of wireless earbuds or a smartwatch, there’s a good chance you’ll find a discount. The Apple Watch Series 11 has already dropped to a new low price, while the AirPods Pro 3 are discounted to $179. With Apple recently raising prices on several Macs and iPads, now may be one of the last chances t

The $2.3B Gamble That Video Games Can Train REAL-WORLD AI

General Intuition has raised $320 million to scale AI trained on millions of hours of gameplay, betting action data can help AI develop something closer to human intuition.

The Ex-Databricks Chief Who Claims He Can Slash AI Power Bills by 1,000X

Un0 is an image-generation system tool that shows for the first time how the company's technology can replicate conventional AI systems.

The $275 BILLION Mistake Apple Just Made in 24 HOURS

The cheapest MacBook Pro now starts at $2,000.

The ChatGPT RIVAL That's Quietly Stealing Its Paying Customers

Despite ChatGPT's commanding market lead, consumers who pay for AI have been increasingly choosing Anthropic's Claude, data shows.

Why Your Next Xbox Will Cost MORE Than You Expected

Microsoft said it's increasing the price of Xbox game consoles after Apple announced price hikes for MacBooks and iPads.

Prime Day Deals on Keyboards and Mice We Actually LIKE

You can get a great, color-accurate 5K monitor for half the price of an Apple Studio Display. | Photo by John Higgins / The Verge RAMageddon has come for computers. The price of memory chips, hard drives, and solid state storage has skyrocketed. That’s led to price increases on desktop and laptop RAM, SSDs, spinning hard drives, and pretty much everything that uses any of those things. Consoles are more expensive. Desktops are more expensive. Laptops are more expensive. Tablets and phones are

Why Your Next Apple Device Just Got SHOCKINGLY More Expensive

The tech giant cited the soaring costs of memory and storage chips as it increased prices more than $200 on some devices.

The Reason You Should PANIC If You Need a New Computer Right Now

It's not exactly surprising that RAMaggeddon is making new tech hardware really expensive. But if you've been in the market for things like a new computer or tablet, this week has been filled with sticker shock. Given how many companies announced price hikes related to component shortages, it seems unlikely things will get cheaper any time soon. Valve started the week off by finally revealing the price of the Steam Machine, its long-delayed, console-like PC that, in our tests, has performance on

The Fatal Tesla Crash That Could REDEFINE Liability Forever

Did Full Self-Driving (Supervised), Tesla’s driver assistance feature, play a role in a woman’s death?

The AI-Written Books That Are FLOODING Stores Right Now

Barnes & Noble’s CEO says AI-written books may already be on the shelves. HarperCollins and Harlequin have both signed AI deals. But with 53% of Americans worried that AI threatens human creativity, who is this actually for?

Xbox Just Made a Move That Could CHANGE Gaming Forever

Xbox is hiking the prices of its X and S gaming consoles by more than $100 across models, the Microsoft-owned company announced Thursday. This marks the second time Xbox has raised the prices of its consoles in less than year. The increase comes as the company is undergoing a significant round of layoffs under new […]

Why Tech's Biggest Players Are ABANDONING Chatbots

Computer scientist Louis Castricato was in his eighth year studying large language models — the artificial intelligence technology behind chatbots like ChatGPT and Claude — when he started to feel like he was hitting a dead end. “We basically have passed the point of doing real fundamental LLM research,” Castricato said. “Now it’s just applications.” The researcher quit his doctoral studies at Brown University and started a new company, called Overworld. Its ambition is in its name: AI that can

Prime Day's Robot Vacuum Deals Are Almost TOO Good

The Roborock S10 S5 Plus has dropped to a new low price. | Image: Roborock If you’ve been wanting to buy a robot vacuum but have been put off by how much it can cost to get a good one, now is not a bad time to start looking. We’re now on day three of Prime Day, and Amazon, along with retailers like Best Buy and Walmart, is offering discounts on several models we’ve tested from brands like Roborock, Dreame, and Shark. Whether you’re looking for a basic robot vacuum that can cut down on the amou

Notion Mail Just DIED — And the Reason Will Surprise You

Notion's email service is shutting down on September 22

Hackers Just Stole From Users of This Crypto PREDICTION Market

The prediction market giant Polymarket said it's refunding users who had funds stolen due to a third party breach.

This Startup Just Raised $50M to Build DIGITAL WORLDS That Break AI

Agent testing startup Patronus AI, founded by former Meta AI researchers, is experienced nearly insatiable demand, its investor says.

Instagram's New Strategy to TRAP Your Attention

This week, Instagram launched a series of new features for its smart TV app that are all designed to get people to spend more time on the platform through the biggest screens in their homes. In addition to vertical Reels, Instagram for TV - which is currently available for Amazon Fire TV, Google TV, and Samsung Smart TVs - users can now watch disappearing Stories and horizontal videos with aspect ratios similar to what you typically see on YouTube. And soon, Instagram will make a big push for lo

RAMageddon Just Got EXTREMELY Real

Even Tim Cook couldn’t supply chain his way out of the RAM crisis. | Photo: Allison Johnson / The Verge As far as prices go, Apple is kind of a reverse canary in the coal mine. With its famously generous margins and immense purchasing volume, it can afford to ride out price fluctuations in its supply chain in a way no other consumer tech company can. So when Apple raises prices across nearly all of its product lines, you know that shit is well and truly real. That's what happened earlier toda

Qualcomm's Audacious Plan to DETHRONE the AI King

Qualcomm is chasing a massive $40 billion transformation. Meta is already buying in.

Meta's Employee Revolt That Just REVERSED Everything

Meta is reversing its decision to reassign 7,000 employees to different AI-focused units, like the Applied AI (AAI) taskforce to help train the company’s models, one month after those plans were announced. According to an internal memo obtained by Business Insider, Meta explained that it would now “defer to each individual’s choice” about whether or not they want to join the taskforce. The email was sent to employees who had been “drafted” to the AAI taskforce, Business Insider reported. “As I e

The Price SHOCK That Just Hit Every Apple Customer's WALLET

Apple shares plunge after it hikes prices on iPads and laptops  NBC News Apple posts worst day in over a year after MacBook and iPad price hikes  CNBC Apple just raised its prices on iPads, MacBooks. Here's why  USA Today Apple Raises Prices on Macs and iPads Amid the A.I. Boom  The New York Times Apple raises prices of MacBooks, iPads as memory costs skyrocket  Reuters

The $7 BILLION Bet That Could Reshape the AI WARS

On Semiconductor said the deal bumps up its total addressable market by $30 billion to $243 billion by 2030.

California Just Launched a TRACKER for the Jobs AI Is STEALING

California governor Gavin Newsom just announced a statewide tracker that follows AI-related unemployment claims—and said it’s the first tool of its kind in the country. Created from a partnership between the governor’s office, the California Employment Development Department (EDD) and the University of California’s nonpartisan California Policy Lab (CPL), the California AI-Unemployment Tracker monitors AI-related job loss by using statewide data on unemployment insurance claims.  With planned mo

Framework's Latest Announcement Has Good News AND Bad NEWS

Thanks to the component crisis, it's a bad time to want a new computer. But if you are waiting on a preorder for the Framework Laptop 13 Pro - which Framework's CEO has called the "MacBook Pro for Linux users" - the company shared good news on Thursday that might mean yours will cost less than you expected. The company announced that it has secured cheaper new PCIe Gen 5 SSDs from its supplier, Adata, and if you had put in an order for a configuration with a 500GB SSD, you'll now get a 1TB SSD a

Why the Trump Administration Just STOPPED OpenAI's Next Move

The Trump administration, apprehensive of potential security issues, has reportedly asked OpenAI to stagger the release of its next big-ticket model, GPT-5.6. The Information reported that OpenAI CEO Sam Altman told employees Wednesday in a company Q&A that it would release GPT-5.6 in limited preview form - granting access only to a small group of enterprise customers - in compliance with a request from the federal government. During that preview period, the Trump administration itself would re

YouTube's Desperate Move to Stop TikTok From WINNING

YouTube is adding even more TikTok-like features to Shorts, including a new "clear screen" mode that removes the icons and text from the video you're watching. In a blog post on Thursday, YouTube says it's also replacing the "thumbs-up" button with a "heart" icon, and is introducing a new option that lets you watch Shorts at 2x speed. As noted by YouTube, you can speed up a video by holding down the edge of your screen and lifting your finger when you want it to return to normal speed. You can l

Android's Secret Weapon to Make Foldable Phones Actually USEFUL for Gaming

Android 17 is getting a dedicated gaming mode for foldables that will put a virtual gamepad with touch controls on half of your screen to theoretically make it easier to play games. With foldable gaming mode, which is set to launch in the coming months, the virtual controller emulates physical button presses at a system level and is designed to work "with any game that supports physical controllers," says Google's Mishaal Rahman on Reddit. For the actual inputs, the virtual controller will have

Why Amazon Just KILLED Its OpenAI Movie and What Meta's Leak Really Means

Amazon-owned MGM Studios’ decision to drop the OpenAI movie is just part of AI and film industries becoming increasingly intertwined. On Uncanny Valley, we take a look at where this is all headed.

Why the White House Just Told OpenAI to SLOW DOWN Its Most Powerful Model

penAI reportedly plans to share its newest model, GPT 5.6, with a select group of partners instead of to the broader public. The reason: the Trump administration told it to.

Why This Chip Stock Just QUADRUPLED Its Revenue OVERNIGHT

Micron's quarterly earnings report follows a 700% surge in the memory maker's stock price over the past year.

The BILLION-DOLLAR Gap Still Keeping Musk From TRILLIONAIRE Status

Right now he's merely a several-hundred-billionaire, according to Bloomberg's Billionaires Index.

Why Cerebras Stock Just PLUNGED After Its CEO Spoke

In its first earnings report since going public, the AI chipmaker forecast a narrower gross margin in its core business, scaring investors.

The Popeyes Locations That May CLOSE Near You

More Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen locations are likely to close soon, the latest dramatic development in ongoing bankruptcy proceedings involving a prominent franchisee for the fast-food chicken chain. The franchisee, Sailormen Inc. of Miami, has been trying to sell off its assets, which had included about 130 Popeyes restaurants at the time of its initial Chapter 11 petition in January.  But in an auction last week, as many as 52 of those locations failed to find a bidder, a shocking new court doc

Why South Korea's IPO Market Just COLLAPSED

South Korea's IPO activity has lagged that of its regional peers as the structure of the market and governance reforms collide.

Is a $25,000 Home Loan With a One-Year DEADLINE Fair?

“He also wants me to downsize and move.”

Why This Korean Chipmaker's NASDAQ Move Has Everyone on Wall Street Panicking

Shares of South Korean chip giant SK Hynix surged 11% on Thursday after the company said it is seeking to raise as much as $29.4 billion.

Wall Street Just Made a DANGEROUS Bet—And They Don't Even Know It

A strategy that feels like free money actually lags the stock market over the long term.

The Numbers That Just Made Qualcomm's Stock EXPLODE

Shares of Qualcomm soared on Wednesday after the company announced new revenue targets and a partership with Meta Platforms.

The Simple Tax Tricks Hollywood Doesn't Want You to KNOW

This article provides a short summary of tax saving options for people in Hollywood.

The Hidden Inflation Triggers That Could Force an EMERGENCY Rate Hike

The PCE inflation report will either calm Wall Street or ignite fears of a restrictive Fed.

Why Oil Prices Just COLLAPSED Despite a War in the Middle East

Oil prices fell as investors bet global crude supplies will improve, as tankers stranded in the Persian Gulf for months have begun leaving the Strait of Hormuz.

Why Investors Still Won't Trust AI With Their MONEY

Investors are still turning to the judgment of a professional adviser in their last investment decision, despite using AI tools, a HSBC survey found.

The Workplace Illusion That's FOOLING Every Leader

In 2025, Cambridge Dictionary added over 6,000 new words. One of them was “mouse jiggler”—a device or piece of software used to make it seem as though a computer mouse is moving so that it seems as though you are working when you are not. It’s a telling addition to the esteemed catalogue. Professionals are increasingly finding clever ways to seem busy when they are, in fact, not. Perhaps they’re grabbing a coffee or squeezing in a quick workout. Meanwhile, common productivity metrics can’t tell

The Tax Cut That Just Made Family Outings CHEAPER Across Britain

The government will reduce tax from 20% to 5% on a range of attractions as schools begin to break-up.

After 30 Years in Hiring, Here's What He Says You're Doing WRONG

The recruitment agency boss shares his tips on getting noticed in a tougher jobs market.

The Gold Empire That Paid Its Boss $180 a MONTH

Indian authorities have found accounting discrepancies in books of Indian gold company Rajesh Exports, and owner of Swiss refiner Valcambi.

Wall Street's Most BRUTAL Day of the Year Happens Friday

FTSE Russell is undertaking its semi-annual rebalancing — what the index provider calls its reconstitution — and the size of the undertaking could impact markets, say analysts.

Powerball Jackpot Nears $350 Million—Here's What the Winner Takes Home After TAXES

This is the third biggest lottery prize of the year so far and also the biggest Powerball jackpot of 2026.

Why Oil Markets Just IGNORED a Major War

Oil prices fell, moving closer to levels not seen since the war in Iran began in February.

The Media MERGER That Could Reshape British Television

Sky, the Comcast-owned U.K. pay-TV operator, has agreed on terms to buy British broadcaster ITV’s media and entertainment division, which is its network arm. Reuters reported the development on Thursday, citing two people familiar with the negotiations. As part of the £1.6 billion ($2.1 billion) deal, ITV Studios – the standalone production unit – would […]

Why Gold's HISTORIC Rally Just Hit a Wall

Gold is down almost 8% so far this year, while silver has shed more than 20%.

The Degrees That Will Make You RICH Over Your Lifetime

New data suggests which university degrees have the highest and lowest financial returns over a lifetime.

The Earnings Report That Just Made Investors 16% RICHER Overnight

The company's revenue more than quadrupled from $9.3 billion a year earlier to $41.46 billion, it reported on Wednesday

Amazon Just Committed $48 BILLION to This Country's Future

Amazon announces fresh investment of $13 billion to expand AI and cloud infrastructure in India, taking its total investment to $48 billion.

Germany's Shocking Reversal That's CRUSHING Defense Stocks Across Europe

Rheinmetall and other European defense stocks fell for a second day, after Germany scrapped the F126 naval program, raising procurement concerns.

China's Self-Reliance Gamble Just Created a New BILLIONAIRE

Wang Bing, chairman and CEO of semiconductor component maker Chongqing Genori Technology, has amassed a fortune of $4.7 billion as shares soared almost 1,200% after its Shanghai listing.

Why Farmers Are Still DESPERATE Despite the Iran Peace Deal

Fertilizer prices have gone down with the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and the prospect of a U.S.-Iran peace deal. But struggling American farmers won't likely see any relief for months.

What Chevron's CFO Just Promised After Trump's Big Oil PRESSURE

Her comments come shortly after President Donald Trump ordered an investigation into Big Oil, accusing them of "gouging" consumers.

The Inflation Problem That Won't Go AWAY No Matter What

The Federal Reserve’s new chairman has vowed to deliver price stability, but officials are at odds over whether that will require higher borrowing costs.

Why Wall Street Just Agreed on the SAME Number for the S&P 500

Wall Street, and Main Street, love their round numbers, as at least four strategists have the same 8,000 year-end target on the S&P 500.

The Sudden Shift in Retail Investing That Could DOOM Tech Stocks

JPMorgan’s research suggests retail investors are becoming more cautious about levrerage after the market’s recent rally and this may spell trouble for the tech sector in which they have mostly focused.

The CPA Who Tells Clients to Take Social Security EARLY — Is He Sabotaging Them?

“Only 8% to 10% of people wait until age 70 to claim.”

Why a Philippine Billionaire Just Bet BIG on Online Gaming

Online gaming exploded in the Philippines following the broad adoption of mobile Internet gambling during the pandemic. It rose 30% to 201 billion pesos ($3.3 billion) last year.

Why Annuities Are Showing Up in 401(k)s — But Almost NO ONE Is Using Them

Annuity options are gaining ground in 401(k)s, amid worker concerns about retirement income and longevity risks.

Disney Just Paid $50 Million for Something They'll Never ADMIT

The final settlement hearing will take place on January 14th, 2027. | Image: The Verge YouTube TV and DirecTV Stream customers may be eligible for a cash payout, after Disney agreed to pay $50 million to settle claims that it forced the services to increase their subscription prices. Anyone who was subscribed to YouTube TV or DirecTV Stream between April 1st, 2019, and March 31st, 2026 is eligible to claim under the proposed settlement agreement. All claims must be submitted to the online sett

The Earnings Report That Just Saved BIG Tech

Stock Market Today: Micron Earnings Spark Tech Rebound  WSJ Stock market today: Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq futures rise as Micron eases AI jitters ahead of PCE  Yahoo Finance Micron stock jumps over 16% in premarket trading after blockbuster earnings  CNBC Micron Delivers the AI Reassurance Wall Street Was Craving  Bloomberg Rebound in tech shares pushes Asian shares higher, while oil prices fall  AP News

Why Elite Teams CHOKE When It Matters Most

Across organizations, leaders are asking teams to move faster, adapt sooner, and make decisions with less certainty. Yet many are seeing the opposite: hesitation, silence, delayed decisions, and cautious compliance. This is the Big Freeze, a pattern that emerges when pressure rises faster than the conditions that people need to act with confidence. The Big Freeze is an environment problem When teams stop acting, it’s easy to blame mindset. Leaders may assume people are disengaged, resistant, or

The Troubling Sign Hiding in Olive Garden's NUMBERS

Same-store sales growth at Darden's fine-dining restaurants and Olive Garden fell short of expectations.

The Crypto Collapse That Erased BILLIONS in Hours

MemeCore’s M token dropped 72% on Wednesday night, weeks after a blockchain investigator posted warnings about the meme coin online

The Five Opportunities Wall Street IGNORED While Chasing One Trade

Citrini Research says the artificial intelligence trade is getting crowded and investors might start refocusing on some less popular sectors with promise.

Why This CEO Just Walked Away From $35 BILLION to Chase an IMPOSSIBLE Dream

Ryan Cohen has shared few details on how he'll move forward with his $56 billion offer for eBay since the company rejected the proposal in May.

The FAST FOOD Chain That Just Became Wall Street's Most OBSESSED Stock

The stock's advance appeared largely disconnected from company fundamentals and instead reflected a burst of social-media enthusiasm.

The Oil Cartel MELTDOWN That Could Change Gas Prices FOREVER

Reuters reported that though Iraq had considered leaving OPEC, the ​current plan is to remain a member of the group while seeking a higher output quota.

Why Traders Are Betting Bitcoin's Nightmare Year Is About to Get WORSE

Options traders are treating this break like it could be the tip of an iceberg.

The Stock Listing That Could DESTROY an American Chip Giant's Future

The South Korean memory company could give investors more opportunities beyond Micron, though it may also raise awareness of industry dynamics.

Why Getting KICKED OUT of the Dow Is the Best Thing That Could Happen

The “Dow curse” favors Verizon over Alphabet.

How Her Accountant's Betrayal Could Cost Her $330,000 She Never OWED

A bipartisan bill says this part of the tax code needs fixing

The Number That Just Made Every American's Wallet LIGHTER

The personal consumption expenditures price index was expected to show a 4.1% annual increase.

The POWER Shift at JPMorgan That Changes Wall Street FOREVER

Ryanair's RELUCTANT Decision That Parents Have Been Demanding for YEARS

The airline had typically charged adults a fee of £8 each way to sit with their young children.

Forbes Reveals the 14 CMOs Who Control What You BUY

Forbes today unveiled its 14th annual World’s Most Influential CMOs list, with Netflix’s Chief Marketing Officer Marian Lee claiming the top spot for the third year in a row.

The Inflation Number That Just Made EVERYTHING More Expensive Than Expected

The Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation gauge rose to a new three-year high in May as gas prices peaked, a sign rising costs could pose political problems for President Trump as midterm elections near

The Stock Market Outperforming EVERYONE—But Still Not Called 'Developed'

MSCI CEO Henry Fernandez said South Korea's stock market still falls short of developed market standards.

The 18 Walmart Deals That Beat Amazon at Its OWN Game

Welcome to Walmart deals for folks who’d rather not shop at Amazon. These are the best gadget deals at Walmart this Prime Day.

The S&P 500 Stocks Poised for a DOUBLE-DIGIT Comeback Nobody's Talking About

A list of 20 highly rated stocks favored by analysts for gains over the next year includes only one that has risen this year: Nvidia.

Why Americans Keep SPENDING—Even as Cheaper Gas Finally Arrives

Inflation is set to slow during the summer

The Retirement Age Change That Could Be Coming to AMERICA Next

Germany may gradually raise its retirement age to 70 by 2092 — but such a move would fix only part of Social Security’s funding gap.

The Financial Nightmare of Sharing Your Home With FAMILY

“One lawyer estimated that my brother and I would each walk away with a couple hundred thousand dollars.”

Who's Behind the $600 Billion Giving SURGE in America

The stock market rally turbocharged charitable giving in 2025, but primarily from wealthy donors.

Why Your Employees Have Lost ALL Confidence in You

In a year of a hiring recession and increasing anxiety about AI and return-to-office policies, employees are feeling less confidence in their employers than ever. Glassdoor, the online review platform for employees, recently revisited some workplace and job market trends it had predicted at the end of 2025. This week, its research team published a mid-year report that showed a significant disconnect between employees and senior leadership. Here are the key findings: Leaders are misaligned, disco

The 10 Things Every Investor Needs to Watch RIGHT Now

Another monster quarter from Micron has ignited a chip stock rally.

How This Forgotten Chipmaker Became One of the World's Most CRITICAL Stocks

“It is hard to overstate how significant last night’s earnings were,” a Mizuho managing director said.

Why the Ultra-Wealthy Are Spending Their Fortunes on EXPERIENCES Now

While luxury goods sales are expected to grow between 1% and 4%, experiences are on track for growth of between 3% and 7% this year, according to a new report.

She Dropped Out at 18. Now Her Startup Is DISRUPTING a Multibillion-Dollar Industry

Imagine walking into a professional event, feeling the sudden, unmistakable onset of your period, and realizing you’re unprepared. You rush to the restroom, only to find a rusted, coin-operated metal box demanding a quarter. In 2026, who even carries a quarter? For Claire Coder, this wasn’t just a moment of personal frustration—it was an epiphany that led to a massive business opportunity. “Toilet paper is offered for free,” Coder says. “Why aren’t period products?”  That question led Coder to d

The Supreme Court Decision That Just Made Monsanto UNTOUCHABLE

Glyphosate, used in Roundup weedkiller, is the most commonly used weedkiller in agriculture, and it has long been linked to cancer claims.

Why the GDP Boost Everyone's Celebrating Is Actually BAD News

The official scorecard of the U.S. economy was updated to show the economy grew at a 2.1% annual pace in the first three months of the year, faster than the previously reported 1.6%. Good news, right? Not really.

The Engine GM Just Brought Back That Everyone Thought Was DEAD

The new GMC Sierra trucks are crucial to GM's sales and earnings, especially highly profitable luxury Denali and off-road AT4 models.

Why Hiring From Within Could Be Your Company's BIGGEST Mistake

In the fall of 2024, two iconic American brands hit the wall in roughly the same quarter, and their boards reached in opposite directions. Nike turned inward, bringing back Elliott Hill, who had spent more than three decades inside the company before retiring. Starbucks went the other way and poached Brian Niccol from Chipotle, picking a leader who had never sold a single latte. Same crisis, opposite bets. It was part of a record wave: U.S. public companies announced more CEO changes in 2024 tha

The Roundup Ruling That Could Shield Companies From BILLIONS in Lawsuits

The court ruled that states cannot have differing labeling warning rules than federal law requires.

Why Bitcoin Just Hit Its LOWEST Point in Nearly Two Years

The world’s leading cryptocurrency has lost more than half its value since peaking last fall.

The Media MEGAMERGER That Could Reshape Your Streaming Options

With Paramount’s $111 billion takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery likely to soon get the go-ahead from the European Union, the next question will be whether the U.K.’s competition regulator, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), will follow suit. The prospects are that the U.K. won’t block the deal, but may throw in an extra hurdle, according to […]

The Tool That Reveals Which Employees Are WORTH Their AI Budget

"There were employees doing things like, 'Claude is so helpful for me — it analyzes my calendar and my email and puts together a plan for me,'" he says. "That person was spending at a run rate of $30,000 a year for this."

Why We're Selling This Health Stock NOW — Before It's Too Late

It's been a remarkable turnaround for a name we started to buy a little too high and a little too fast when the Iran war broke out.

The Midyear Money Move That Separates the RICH From Everyone Else

Financial advisers would tell you to rebalance your portfolio at a midyear check-in. Make these 4 money moves instead.

What Ranch Dressing Reveals About the FUTURE of Marketing and AI

From AI insights to IRL experiential marketing, the crosscurrents of discussion at Cannes Lions were reflected Tuesday by top movers and shakers in marketing and media who joined Variety in the C-Suite in collaboration with Canva at the Festival of Creativity. Leaders from a range of sectors braved the heat that has gripped Cannes this […]

The Estate Plan That Could Keep Your Ex From Getting EVERYTHING

“I would not like my money to fall into the hands of my former spouse.”

How Amateur Investors Are Rewriting the Stock Market RULES

The rise of the retail investor is making the market less efficient — and AI is compounding the problem, according to a quant at Goldman Sachs.

Why Wall Street's STRICTEST Banks Just Gave Up on Their Own Rules

Some of the biggest sticklers in the return-to-office movement have been big banks and investment firms, including Goldman Sachs and JPMorgan which have, in large measure, required employees to work from the office five days a week. But not this summer. Bucking the trend, those companies are now allowing workers to stay home for one surprising reason—the World Cup. Here’s why. Goldman Sachs and JPMorgan Chase reportedly told employees they can request to work remotely on game days in busy host c

What BlackRock Says Bond Investors Are SNIFFING Out Right Now

Bond investors are abandoning aggregate benchmarks in favor of a broad mix of fixed-income investments to maximize yield with the stock market on edge.

Digital Domain Names New Executive VP of OPERATIONS

Digital Domain has appointed Patrick Davenport as Executive Vice President of Operations. Davenport will lead the company’s global operations strategy and support its next phase of growth. His appointment underscores Digital Domain’s commitment to industry clients and innovation. With over three decades of experience in visual effects, post-production, and creative services, Davenport has a record […]

Why This Electric Car Brand Just Got CRUSHED Out of America

Polestar won't be allowed to sell its electric vehicles model year 2027 and beyond in the US after the federal government denied the company's request for authorization under a new rule banning vehicles with software from China. In a press release, the company says the decision to retreat from the US follows a recent decision by the Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security to not grant Polestar an authorization under the current Connected Vehicle Rule to sell vehicles from mode

The a16z Startup Offering CHEAP Electricity Where It's Needed Most

Base Power is skipping the PJM's troubled interconnection queue by placing its batteries at people's homes, offering backup services in exchange.

The Fed Official Who Just Called Inflation TOO HIGH — And Praised Trump's Pick

In a live CNBC interview from his home district, the policymaker declined to speculate on where he thinks interest rates are headed.

Why Space Investors Are Suddenly Running for the EXITS

Investors seem to be having second thoughts about the lofty valuations in the sector, an analyst said.

Apple's Price Hikes Reveal the Inflation Truth NO ONE Wants to Hear

Gas is getting cheaper, but Apple raising prices probably tells us more about the persistence of inflation.

Why This AI Darling Is Having Its WORST Month in Years

Down over 30% since the beginning of June, shares of Palantir just hit a new 52-week low

The AI Party Continues—But Why Aren't INVESTORS Celebrating?

A blowout quarter for the memory maker is only lifting certain parts of the data center buildout.

Why Japanese Stocks Are on FIRE Right Now

Japanese equities have hit all-time highs at a pace not seen since 1989.

Why NBC's Top Digital Executive Is Walking AWAY

Chris Berend a digital-media executives who has had a hand in helping to create new distribution platforms for NBC News journalism and properties including “Today,” is leaving the company after a seven-year tenure. In a memo sent to staffers Thursday, Berend said he would soon be “leaving NBCUniversal soon to pursue my passions outside of […]

The Microsoft Collapse That Has Wall Street TERRIFIED

Those who owned Microsoft’s stock for the free-cash-flow profile now “are being asked to underwrite a capital-intensity cycle,” says an analyst.

SpaceX's Secret Plan to SWALLOW a Telecom Giant

T-Mobile would be the “clear choice” for Elon Musk’s rocket maker’s expansion into wireless, one analyst said.

What Economists Are MISSING About AI and Your Job

Clifford Winston, a nonresident senior fellow at the Brookings Institution, joined "Forbes Newsroom" to discuss the economic impacts of AI.

The S&P 500 Just Hit a Point That Could Signal TROUBLE Ahead

The S&P 500 on Thursday finished right on the cusp of a critical support line that, if broken, could portend more losses for stocks in the coming days and weeks.

Why Oil Could Soon Cost LESS Than It Did in the 1990s

Iraq’s hint that it could exit OPEC is yet another source of potential tumult for the global oil market in 2026.

Why OpenAI Is Suddenly TERRIFIED to Go Public After SpaceX's Disaster

The trillion-dollar public debut had initially been planned for late 2026.

The CIVIL WAR Brewing Inside the Democratic PARTY

The primary victories of leftist Democratic congressional candidates in New York came as some leaders were urging the party to move to the center to broaden its appeal.

Why Ghislaine Maxwell Is Challenging Her Conviction RIGHT NOW

Ghislaine Maxwell argues in newly released filings that the release of Epstein files has exposed alleged violations that invalidate her 2021 sex-trafficking conviction.

The Eric Adams Associate Who Just Got ARRESTED

Frank Carone, Longtime Eric Adams Associate, Is Arrested in Bribery Scheme  The New York Times FBI, NYPD conduct searches across city in corruption investigation of police executives  ABC7 New York Who is Frank Carone, the former Eric Adams official who allegedly accepted $120K in bribes?  City & State New York N.Y.P.D., F.B.I. Search Homes of Police Officials in Corruption Inquiries  The New York Times Ex-NYPD spox's phone seized, 2 officials put on modified duty in criminal probe: Sources  NBC

How Trump Turned America's 250th Birthday Into a RALLY

Trump turns America 250 kickoff into a campaign-style rally on the National Mall  AP News Road closures in effect for Great American State Fair. Here's a map  NBC4 Washington Celebrating America’s birthday, Trump-style  NBC News Stealth bomber flyovers, military bands and a presidential speech: Trump turns America 250 kickoff into a campaign-style rally  PBS Trump set to mark nation's 250th birthday with campaign-style rally  Reuters

Why Gas Prices AREN'T Falling Fast Enough for Trump

President Trump is demanding the DOJ look into why gas prices aren’t falling faster at the pump. Here are four practical factors at play.

The New York Election Results That Reveal a SHOCKING Shift on Israel

If the shift in public opinion continues, it could reshape one of the United States’ closest alliances.

The Man Behind Eric Adams Just Got INDICTED—Here's What He Did

Top aide to former NYC mayor Eric Adams indicted on bribery charges  The Washington Post FBI, NYPD conduct searches across city in corruption investigation of police executives  ABC7 New York Feds indict former Mayor Adams adviser Frank Carone in migrant housing bribery scheme  Gothamist Former NYC Mayor Eric Adams’ chief of staff arrested in corruption probe  CNN Ex-NYPD spox's phone seized, 2 officials put on modified duty in criminal probe: Sources  NBC New York

Trump Wants These Alleged Vandals Jailed for a LONG Time

Trump has claimed, without evidence, the Reflecting Pool was cut with a knife or razor.

Why Trump Just Accused Big Oil of the One Thing They NEVER Expected

The president named Shell, ExxonMobil, BP and Chevron when talking to reporters about a probe into fuel prices.

The Senate Vote That Made Trump CANCEL Everything and Lash Out

Trump berates Senate Republicans over Iran war vote after calling off bill signing  AP News Trump has testy meeting with GOP senators, telling Cassidy at one point to sit down  CBS News Trump’s Capitol visit devolves into shouting match with GOP senator he helped oust in primary fight  CNN Inside the Trump-Senate meltdown  Axios In Heated Lunch, Trump Clashes With G.O.P. Senators Over Iran  The New York Times

How an OUTSIDER Just Dismantled New York's Political Machine

Democratic leaders found that their traditional tools, from rallies to phone banks to big-name campaign events, were no match for the left’s ground game and messaging.

What Trump Just Demanded From Congress That Could RESHAPE America's Future

Live Updates: Trump Pushes Congress to Pass SAVE Act; President Meets With NATO Leader Amid Iran War Tensions  The New York Times Trump’s Capitol visit devolves into shouting match with GOP senator he helped oust in primary fight  CNN Trump's showdown with Republican Sen. Cassidy: Inside the blow-up on Capitol Hill  WBAL-TV Trump has testy meeting with GOP senators, telling Cassidy at one point to sit down  CBS News Inside the Trump-Senate meltdown  Axios

The Bill Trump Was About to Sign — Until He WASN'T

Trump abruptly cancels signing of bipartisan bill on affordable housing  The Washington Post Trump cancels signing of landmark bill aimed at lowering housing costs  BBC Sen. Warnock blasts President Trump for blocking bipartisan housing reform, citing impact on metro Atlanta  CBS News Congress passes the largest housing affordability bill in decades — and Trump cancels the signing  NPR Trump refuses to sign bipartisan housing bill into law. What does that mean for homebuyers, renters?  AP News

The Reflecting Pool Repair That Has Lawmakers Demanding ANSWERS

Lawmakers demand answers as turmoil over Reflecting Pool repair continues  AP News Trump Says Vandals Sabotaged the Reflecting Pool. Internal Documents Raise Doubts.  The New York Times Why Trump’s algae problem is much bigger than the Reflecting Pool  The Washington Post House Republican: Let Reflecting Pool ‘go’ and ‘create an ecosystem’  The Hill City Wildlife addresses safety concerns for Reflecting Pool ducks  WUSA9

Why Trump's Capitol Hill Visit Just Turned Into a SHOUTING Match

Hours before visiting the Capitol, the president scrapped plans to sign a major housing bill, condemning “bad Republicans” for resisting his demands to ram through new voting restrictions.

The Senate Vote That Just Changed Trump's POWER Over War

Sen. Bill Cassidy voted with the majority of Republicans late Wednesday to block a resolution aimed at reining in the president's war powers.

The $120,000 Secret That Just Brought Down Adams' INNER Circle

Eric Adams confidant Frank Carone indicted in $120,000 bribery scheme  Politico FBI, NYPD conduct searches across city in corruption investigation of police executives  ABC7 New York Who is Frank Carone, the former Eric Adams official who allegedly accepted $120K in bribes?  City & State New York Frank Carone, Longtime Eric Adams Associate, Is Arrested in Bribery Scheme  The New York Times Ex-NYPD spox's phone seized, 2 officials put on modified duty in criminal probe: Sources  NBC New York

The SURPRISE Endorsement That Could Reshape British Politics

The chancellor throws her support behind the MP for Makerfield despite reports he could demote her if he becomes PM.

The Congressman Who VANISHED for Months Just Reappeared

The congressman, who has been absent from Washington since March, answered the door of his home on Wednesday evening. He was wearing a suit and tie.

Under Trump's Pressure, Senate Just REVERSED Course on Iran

Under pressure from Trump, Republican-led Senate reverses course on Iran  The Washington Post Senate walks back rebuke of Trump over Iran war  CNN After Trump’s Outburst, Senate G.O.P. Reverses Course on Iran  The New York Times Senate rejects measure to restrict Trump's Iran war powers as key Republicans shift votes  CBS News The 4 GOP senators who broke ranks and voted to block Trump from resuming Iran war  The Washington Post

The Senate Vote That Just STRIPPED Trump's War Powers

US Senate approves Iran war powers resolution: What that means for Trump  Al Jazeera Senate walks back rebuke of Trump over Iran war  CNN After Trump’s Outburst, Senate G.O.P. Reverses Course on Iran  The New York Times Senate rejects measure to restrict Trump's Iran war powers as key Republicans shift votes  CBS News The 4 GOP senators who broke ranks and voted to block Trump from resuming Iran war  The Washington Post

Four Things About Abortion That Will SHOCK You Since Dobbs

A confusing patchwork of state laws began to take shape hours after the Supreme Court ruled to overturn Roe v. Wade on June 24, 2022. Here's where things stand now on the abortion issue.

The New Law That Could Send People to JAIL for What They Say

The government says a new Bill will protect LGBT people from "abusive acts" to change who they are.

The Mysterious Memos That Keep Showing Up in Tulsi Gabbard's SPEECHES

In TV interviews, Gabbard repeatedly used words and phrases recommended in memos that do not identify who was providing the advice.

Why Centrist Democrats Are PANICKING About What's Happening in Their Party

After romping in New York City, progressives are staring down more key primary tests.

The Voting Bill That Keeps Making Trump SABOTAGE His Own Agenda

President Trump blew up what could have been a win for his party — and he did it to force lawmakers to pass an elections overhaul bill that has been all but doomed in the Senate.

The $88 BILLION Bill That Reveals the True Cost of War With Iran

The request came as Senate Republicans voted to reject a new war powers resolution—a day after a similar measure passed—after being berated by the president.

The Insult a Tory Leader Just Threw — And Why It's Being Turned Into a T-SHIRT

Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch's called Bridget Phillipson a 'spiteful class warrior' at PMQs.

What America's 250th Birthday Reveals About Our SURVIVAL

As America prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, it’s tempting to focus only on the milestones: from the ratification of the Constitution, to the abolition of slavery, to the suffrage movement, to the moon landing, to the civil rights victories that expanded the promise of democracy to more of its people. But anniversaries invite something deeper than celebration. They invite reflection. Reflection on what it has taken, and what it has cost, to build a resilient nation over 250 years. Two hu

Why This Official's WINS Could Backfire on His Biggest Supporter

Gov. Kathy Hochul has worked with Mayor Zohran Mamdani on child care and second-home taxes. But the triumphs of democratic socialists on Primary Day could complicate her vision.

Tucker Carlson Reveals What Trump FINALLY Figured Out About Israel

Carlson’s comments about Trump’s souring relationship with Israel and argument that the U.S. was defeated in the Iran War came just a week after he announced he was “out” of the GOP.

The Trump Voting Order a Federal Judge Just BLOCKED

A federal judge in Boston has blocked parts of President Trump's executive order to limit voting by mail. The Trump administration is expected to appeal the ruling.

Trump's Plan to Let Cars Drive Without BRAKE PEDALS

The Department of Transportation wants to remove the brake pedal requirement for vehicles "designed to be driven exclusively by automated driving systems."

The Supreme Court Decision That Just ENDED Protection for Thousands of Immigrants

President Trump has pushed to rescind Temporary Protected Status for hundreds of thousands of people from countries convulsed by humanitarian crises.

The 'VAMPIRE Rules' the Supreme Court Just Killed Forever

In a 6-3 ideologically divided decision, the high court said that requiring permission in advance is an undue burden on the right to possess and carry a firearm.

Monsanto Just Won a Battle That Could Change EVERYTHING About Product Liability

The central issue in the Roundup case, filed by Missouri resident John Durnell, was who decides what should appear on a pesticide or insecticide label—and whether a federal law overrides state claims.

What Would Elon Musk Say About The Surface Transportation BILL?

Legislation that's inimical to our wellbeing, all because one industry has better lobbyists.

The EV Brand Trump Just BANNED From American Roads

The Department of Commerce declined to give the Chinese-owned automaker a special authorization to keep selling EVs in the U.S.

The Supreme Court Decision That Could Upend THOUSANDS of Lives

Thr ruling opens the path for the Trump administration to deport hundreds of thousands of immigrants who have been living in the US for years.

The Supreme Court Decision That Could UPEND Thousands of Lives

Supreme Court allows Trump to remove protections from thousands of Haitian and Syrian immigrants  NBC News Live updates: Supreme Court opinions on asylum policy, temporary protected status | CNN Politics  CNN Supreme Court allows Trump to end deportation protections for Haitians and Syrians  WSET Supreme Court hands Trump two major immigration victories  Fox News Trump can begin deportations of Syrian, Haitian TPS holders, Supreme Court says  NPR

The Court Ruling That Just BLOCKED Trump's Voting Restrictions

The ruling rejected the Trump administration’s attempt to change federal election procedures through an executive order.

How Democratic Socialists Just Seized POWER in New York — And What They're Planning Next

Democratic socialists cemented power in New York. Next, the rest of the country?  The Washington PostSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News

The Labour Leadership Race That Could Be OVER in Weeks

Andy Burnham could take over from Keir Starmer by 17 July, if he continues to be the only Labour MP in the race.

The Trump DOJ Lawsuit That a Judge Just Allowed to PROCEED

What Happens to Housing Now That Trump REFUSED to Sign

President Trump abruptly scrapped plans to sign a major housing bill. It could still become law, with or without a presidential signature. But Mr. Trump could also try to kill it.

Inglewood Just Won a Battle Over Its Most FAMOUS Building

The city's legal dispute with the owner of SoFi Stadium could shape California law long after the World Cup ends.

The Supreme Court Decision That Just Changed EVERYTHING for Thousands of Immigrants

The decision renders 1.3 million people from more than a dozen countries, many who have lived in the United States for decades, vulnerable to deportation.

Why Trump Keeps SABOTAGING His Own Party's Agenda

Divisions between the president and his party on Capitol Hill have muddled Republicans’ midterm pitch to voters, and have crippled the G.O.P. at what should be the peak of its power.

The Trump Rule That Just Got BLOCKED by a Federal Judge

A federal judge temporarily blocked Trump's limits on how much certain graduate students can borrow. That policy was set to go into effect July 1.

The Trump Voting Order That a Judge Just DISMANTLED

A federal judge in Boston has blocked parts of Trump's order to limit voting by mail  NPR Federal Judge Strikes Key Parts of Trump Order Restricting Mail Voting  The New York Times Federal court blocks Trump’s executive order limiting mail ballots  The Washington Post Federal judge halts Trump’s election executive order seeking to create a federal voter list  AP News Judge permanently blocks Trump EO requiring proof of citizenship to vote  ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos

Hawaii's 'VAMPIRE Rule' for Guns Just Met Its Match

Supreme Court strikes down Hawaii’s ‘vampire rule’ for gun owners  NBC News Supreme Court Overturns Hawaii Gun Law  The New York Times Supreme Court hands Second Amendment win to concealed carry holders in blue state gun control case  Fox News Supreme Court strikes Hawaii’s ‘default’ ban on guns on private property that’s open to the public  CNN Supreme Court bars 'vampire rules' on gun ownership  NPR

The Court Order That Just BLOCKED Trump's Mail Ballot Crackdown

Federal court blocks Trump’s executive order limiting mail ballots  The Washington Post Federal Judge Strikes Key Parts of Trump Order Restricting Mail Voting  The New York Times Federal judge halts Trump’s election executive order seeking to create a federal voter list  AP News Judge permanently blocks Trump EO requiring proof of citizenship to vote  ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos Judge blocks Postal Service proposal to restrict mail-in voting under Trump’s order  NPR

The Political Mess That's Turning EVERYTHING Complicated

Germany loves its World Cup team. The flag is a different story.

NYC Politicians Are Playing Ball AGAIN

The Supreme Court Ruling That Just Changed EVERYTHING at the Border

The Supreme Court cleared the way Thursday for the Trump administration to potentially revive an immigration policy once used to turn back migrants seeking asylum at the U.S.-Mexico border. The justices, in a 6-3 decision, overturned a lower court order blocking the practice that limited the number of people who could apply for asylum each day, first under the Obama administration and then expanded during President Donald Trump’s first term. Advocates said the tactic created a humanitarian crisi

The $16 Million Pool That Democrats Say PROVES Trump's Incompetence

President Donald Trump has attempted to spruce up Washington in advance of the country's 250th anniversary.

Inside the CDC's FRANTIC Race to Satisfy Kennedy's Impossible DEMANDS

A cache of internal emails offers a look at the pressure the nation’s public health officials faced from the new health secretary in the early months of the Trump administration.

The Supreme Court Just Let Gun Owners Carry Weapons ANYWHERE — Even Where You Shop

Gun owners may carry a weapon into stores, Supreme Court rules, rejecting a California law  Los Angeles Times Supreme Court Overturns Hawaii Gun Law  The New York Times The Supreme Court’s New Expansion of the Second Amendment Is Genuinely Deranged  Slate Magazine Supreme Court strikes Hawaii’s ‘default’ ban on guns on private property that’s open to the public  CNN Supreme Court hands Second Amendment win to concealed carry holders in blue state gun control case  Fox News

The NEW Evidence That Could Destroy RFK Jr's Senate TESTIMONY

Kennedy repeatedly said 2019 Samoa trip had ‘nothing to do with vaccines’. An email from his then colleague says they were on a vaccine-related ‘mission’ New evidence has emerged that Robert F Kennedy Jr was on a vaccine-related “mission” when he visited Samoa ahead of a deadly measles outbreak in 2019, raising further questions about whether the US health secretary lied to the US Senate when he said the trip had “nothing to do with vaccines”. Records obtained by the Guardian show Kennedy’s coll

Texas Schools May Soon REQUIRE Students to Read This CONTROVERSIAL Text

Bible Passages May Soon Be Required Reading in Texas Public Schools  The New York Times More Bible stories for public schools given initial approval by Texas education board  KEYE SBOE gives nod to social studies standards tying Islam more closely to violence  Dallas News Texas schools may get more Bible, less world history in proposed curriculum  Axios Texas Board of Ed Pushing Mandatory Bible Readings  Daily Kos

Someone Just SLASHED a National Monument With a Razor

Reflecting Pool liner was cut with a sharp knife or razor, National Park Service says  PBS Reflecting pool was cut with ‘sharp knife or razor’, National Park Service says  The Guardian Column | At this point, the Reflecting Pool deserves an Emmy  The Washington Post Democrats probe Trump's troubled $16 million reflecting pool renovation  CNBC US Park Police seek to ID person in Reflecting Pool vandalism investigation  Yahoo

The GOP's Most CONFUSED Campaign Surrogates Aren't Who You Think

Social media videos of wide-eyed World Cup tourists have a fan in Republican leaders searching for a midterm message.

Supreme Court Decision That Just Changed THOUSANDS of Lives

The Supreme Court lets the Trump administration end legal protections for Haitians and Syrians  AP News Takeaways: Supreme Court hands Trump massive wins on immigration agenda  CNN After Supreme Court TPS Ruling, What Conditions May Haitian and Syrian Deportees Face?  The New York Times Justices side with Trump administration in border dispute over asylum seekers  SCOTUSblog Supreme court conservatives accused of advancing ‘white-supremacist agenda’  The Guardian

Trump's Strategy That's DESTROYING His Own Party

President Donald Trump’s moves on housing, FISA, Iran and Washington projects are creating new headaches for Republicans trying to show voters they can govern.

What AWAITS Thousands of Deportees After Supreme Court's DEVASTATING Ruling

The Supreme Court ruled that the Trump administration could end humanitarian protections for many Haitians and Syrians in the United States, clearing the way for their potential deportation.

Why America's Deportees Are Now TRAPPED With Nowhere to GO

New Canadian policies and a longstanding border agreement with the United States will make heading north a tough route for Syrians and Haitians.

Spot the Pol!

Study the photograph carefully. Only the politician is missing. Guess who it is.

The Plan to Save Social Security by Making the WEALTHY Pay More

High earners may only contribute Social Security payroll taxes for part of the year. As the program faces funding woes, some lawmakers say that should change.

The CONTROVERSIAL Plan to House Asylum Seekers on Military Bases

Three new sites in Oxfordshire, Suffolk, and Yorkshire could house about 3,750 asylum seekers if permission is granted.

The Supreme Court Decision That Just Changed Gun Rights in AMERICA

Supreme Court strikes down Hawaii limits on carrying guns in public  The Washington Post Supreme Court Overturns Hawaii Gun Law  The New York Times Supreme Court hands Second Amendment win to concealed carry holders in blue state gun control case  Fox News US Supreme Court strikes down Hawaii limits on guns in public  BBC Supreme Court bars 'vampire rules' on gun ownership  NPR

The Secret Agreement Between the Pentagon and Boy Scouts That's Finally Being EXPOSED

The Pentagon and the organization have given contradictory accounts of an agreement reached in February.

Trump's Plan to Transform American Elections in Ways You NEVER Imagined

President Trump is demanding that Congress pass the SAVE America Act to change American elections. Our national politics reporter Nick Corasaniti looks at what’s in it.

The NYC Rent Decision That Could Change What You PAY Each Month

Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s pledge to freeze rents for rent-stabilized apartments became a centerpiece of his campaign. Six months into his first year, a city panel delivered.

Obama Just Revealed Where He Lives Inside Trump's MIND

Former President Barack Obama says President Trump has an obsession with him and that Mr. Trump “knows better” than to say “crazy stuff” to his face.

Why Canada's Biggest Supporter Might Be Its Biggest THREAT

Mark Carney has cursed the Oilers, the Blue Jays and the women's rugby team. Now his countrymen are blaming him for a World Cup defeat.

The 7.1 Quake That Just Rocked a Nation's CAPITAL

Why Buildings Are COLLAPSING in Venezuela Right Now

Two powerful earthquakes – with magnitudes of 7.2 and 7.5 – sent residents running into the streets as buildings shook and collapsed Venezuela earthquake: powerful back-to-back quakes collapse buildings in capital Caracas Many Venezuelans ‌were at home when the quakes struck as Wednesday was a public holiday. Some have spoken about what happened when the earthquakes hit. “As soon as ‌it started, we began hearing people screaming,” said Astrid Ramirez, a 41-year-old from Caracas. “Everyone was

What NATO's Leader Just Told Trump That Could Change EVERYTHING

Using charts, Secretary General Mark Rutte appeared to defuse the president’s anger by showing that European countries were “equalizing” defense spending with the U.S.

A 6.9 Earthquake Just Hit Japan—Here's What We Know

Magnitude 6.9 quake hits northern Japan  japantimes.co.jp Map: 6.9-Magnitude Earthquake Shakes Japan  The New York Times Two separate powerful Earthquakes shake Japan's coast & Venezuela  KOMO Powerful 6.9-magnitude earthquake strikes off northern Japan, meteorological agency says  ABC7 Los Angeles Earthquake alert (automated)  Japan Wire by Kyodo News

The Earthquake That Just Changed EVERYTHING for Venezuela's Capital

A magnitude 7.2 earthquake struck about 100 miles west of Caracas, with a magnitude 7.5 tremor hitting less than a minute later, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

The Temperature Reading That Just Shattered UK HISTORY

Heat records were broken when temperatures soared across southern England on Wednesday afternoon.

The CATASTROPHIC Event That Just Shook an Entire Nation to Its Core

Strong earthquakes hit Venezuela as buildings collapse in Caracas - follow live  BBC Live updates: Powerful 7.5 magnitude earthquake hits Venezuela  CNN 'I saw the windows moving' - Venezuelans describe panic as tremors hit  BBC Venezuela Earthquake Live Updates: 2 Major Quakes Cause Buildings to Collapse in Caracas  The New York Times Back-to-back powerful earthquakes slam Venezuela, collapsing buildings in the capital of Caracas  AP News

The U.N. Report That Accuses Israel of What No One Wanted to BELIEVE

Israel deliberately targeted Palestinian children in Gaza, U.N. commission says  The Washington Post U.N. Report Says Israeli Killings of Gaza Children Post-Truce Amount to Genocide  The New York Times Israel deliberately targeting children in ongoing genocide against Palestinians, UN commission finds  CNN UN Watch Legal Rebuttal: Disproving the Pillay Commission’s Charge That Israel Deliberately Targets Palestinian Children  UN Watch Our life stops’: West Bank childhood shattered by Israeli mil

The Secretive Church Leader South Korea Just ARRESTED

Leader of secretive South Korean church arrested in election influence investigation  AP NewsSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News

Iran's WARNING About Ships That Could Trigger Global CHAOS

The stern warning underscores Tehran's resolve to retain control over the Strait of Hormuz and to resist transits that bypass its authorization.

Why Parisians Are DIVING Into This Industrial Canal

Crowds are filling the Canal Saint-Martin in Paris, as temperatures soar above 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Forty people drowned while swimming in other waterways.

The Climate Event Bringing FROST to a Tropical Nation

Oxfam predicts PNG will be worst-hit country in Pacific from the weather pattern, with up to 3 million people affected nationwide Families across Papua New Guinea’s Highlands are facing depleted harvests and the threat of hunger after the El Niño weather pattern brought frost and prolonged dry conditions that have destroyed food gardens providing sustenance and income for thousands of households. The effects of El Niño emerged in recent weeks, bringing drought conditions, falling water levels an

Why Pakistan Is Playing PEACEMAKER Between Iran and America

Pakistan's efforts to bring an end to the conflict in the Middle East are driven by the need to avoid a spillover across its borders.

Why Dozens of Buildings Just COLLAPSED in a Country That Wasn't Ready

Live updates: Deadly back-to-back earthquakes strike Venezuela  CNN Venezuela earthquakes kill at least 32, with 700 injured, as buildings destroyed across Caracas  BBC Trump pledges rapid U.S. response for Venezuela after historic earthquakes kill dozens  CNBC Venezuela Earthquake Live Updates: At least 32 Dead After 2 Major Quakes Near Caracas  The New York Times Eyewitness captures moment of quake in Venezuela airport  Yahoo

The Twin Disasters That Just Turned Venezuela's Capital Into A CRISIS Zone

Venezuela Earthquake Live Updates: At least 32 Dead After 2 Major Quakes Near Caracas  The New York Times Venezuela earthquakes kill at least 32, with 700 injured, as buildings destroyed across Caracas  BBC Trump pledges rapid U.S. response for Venezuela after historic earthquakes kill dozens  CNBC Venezuela's Rodriguez declares state of emergency after earthquake, does not give figure of dead  Reuters Venezuela earthquakes: at least 32 dead, 700 injured and dozens of buildings collapsed, says i

Why Europe's Temperature Records Are FALLING Like Dominoes This Week

Extreme heat is melting national records across Europe, with more coming Thursday  CNN See Record-Breaking Extreme Heat Wave Across Europe in Photos  The New York Times ‘It’s like a furnace’: French struggle with heat-trap homes as climate inequality grows  The Guardian Global warming has made Europe’s heatwave 2-4°C worse  The Economist France records hottest day ever as Europe suffers brutal heat wave  NBC News

The CATASTROPHIC Double Strike That Just Devastated an Entire NATION

Both quakes measured over 7.0 magnitude, with tremors being felt as far as more than a thousand miles away in Brazil’s Amazon region.

Why Rescuers Are Racing Against Time in Venezuela RIGHT NOW

The two quakes have killed at least 32 people and injured around 700.

The 7.2-Magnitude Quake That Just Shook Japan's NORTHERN Coast

Powerful 7.2-magnitude earthquake strikes off northern Japan. No tsunami warning  ABC7 Los AngelesSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News

The Disaster Unfolding RIGHT NOW Beneath Venezuela

Two powerful quakes shook the South American country, causing death and destruction.

Why Immigrants in South Africa Fear for Their LIVES

Foreign-owned businesses have been attacked, migrants driven from their homes, and several killed. A leading xenophobic group has given all undocumented immigrants until June 30 to leave the country.

The Double Disaster That Just Turned a Capital City Into a NIGHTMARE

Two powerful earthquakes rattled the coast of Venezuela on Wednesday evening, damaging buildings in the capital and briefly triggering a tsunami advisory.

The Twin Disasters That Just Turned a Capital City Into a NIGHTMARE

Two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela on Wednesday evening.

The Militias Iraq's New Leader Can't Seem to CONTROL

The Trump administration has demanded that Iraqi leaders distance themselves from Iran and rein in Iran-linked militias that are outside of government control.

The Hidden War Russia Is Waging on Ukraine's FAITH Communities

Since February 2022, Russia’s full-scale invasion has devastated Ukraine’s religious communities. Sacred sites have been destroyed, and clergy members have been killed.

What the U.S. Must Do NOW Before China Makes Its Move on Taiwan

There’s one immediate step the U.S. must take to save Taiwan in the aftermath of Iran’s strategic victory.

The Chokepoint That Nearly Brought the World to Its KNEES

Increased stockpiles, more pipelines and other tactics could loosen the waterway’s stranglehold on the global economy.

The DEADLY Celebration That Turned Mexico's Victory Into TRAGEDY

City hall confirms a car drove through crowd ‘Several people injured’ following incident A ⁠vehicle struck multiple people at a gathering ⁠in ⁠the popular ​tourist resort of Cabo San Lucas ⁠following Mexico’s victory in a World ⁠Cup match on Wednesday night, ​Los ‌Cabos’ city ‌hall said in ‌a statement. “According to preliminary information, the vehicle was surrounded by a group of people and, ‌for reasons to be determined by the ​competent authority, drove through the crowd, injuring several

Why France Just Raised Its Health Alert to the HIGHEST Level

Temperatures in Germany could hit 40C in some areas while French officials say deaths linked to the heat are being seen among young people.

Why Venezuela's DEADLIEST Natural Disaster Has Trump Making Promises

The swift U.S. offer of assistance reflects a degree of diplomatic realignment between the Trump administration and the Venezuelan interim government.

Europe's Heat Crisis Just Reached a TERRIFYING New Level

Temperature records were broken in several European countries on Wednesday.

Iran's Plan to Make BILLIONS From a Chokepoint That Controls Global Oil

Exclusive | Iran Plans to Make Billions in Fees From Reopening the Strait of Hormuz  WSJ Iran-U.S. Updates: Oil prices return to near pre-war levels as Oman says no Strait of Hormuz "transit fees"  CBS News Iran, Oman to discuss future Strait of Hormuz arrangements, Iran’s FM says  The Times of Israel Iran and Oman Say They’ll Work on Pact for Hormuz Transit Costs  Bloomberg.com Iran and Oman release joint statement on Strait of Hormuz  Marine Log

Why Iran Just REJECTED Trump's Demand to Buy American Farm Products

"The only crop we're harvesting is what you planted: decades of mistrust," Iranian parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said in a social media post.

The UK Night That's About to Break TEMPERATURE Records

Temperatures reach 36.7C in Merryfield, Somerset, the highest temperature so far this year and the hottest June day on record.

What Designers See When They Imagine Brexit's LASTING Impact

The video begins with a faceless performer wearing a mask of former British prime minister David Cameron. Standing in front of a crinkled white sheet, the performer begins to slowly feed pages of a book into a paper shredder, letting the machine’s whir serve as the video’s only sound. The process continues for five minutes, and the mask changes five times, from Cameron to Theresa May and Boris Johnson. By the end of the part-comical, part-unsettling performance, the book has been reduced to a pu

Iran's Latest Threat Could Trigger a GLOBAL Crisis

The new warning complicated efforts to revive use of the critical waterway as Washington sought regional support for its framework peace agreement with Iran.

The British Influencer Facing DEATH in Dubai

British TikTok Influencer, 23, Faces Death by Firing Squad in Dubai If Convicted of Man’s Murder  Yahoo TikTok star from Kent faces death penalty for Dubai murder  BBC British influencer faces possible execution in Dubai after allegedly stabbing man to death, claiming self-defense, advocacy group says  CBS News British TikTok Star Brooke George Charged With Murdering Man She Met in Dubai  Yahoo Influencer, 23, Faces Potential Death Penalty After She Was Charged with Murder of Her Boyfriend: Repo

The ONE Uniform Every South Korean Man MUST Wear

The country can't watch a sporting event without arguing about its military service exemption.

The French Women Demanding to ERASE the Clock on Justice

More than 50 women are calling for the abolition of the statute of limitations which they say has prevented them seeking justice.

The ONE Uniform Every South Korean Man Must WEAR

The country can't watch a sporting event without arguing about its military service exemption.

The Cabinet Row That Could END a Minister's Career

Shabana Mahmood believes Mike Tapp should be sacked for writing an article but No 10 say he remains in post.

What Made Venezuela's Earthquakes So DEADLY

It appears the two big earthquakes in Venezuela that occurred in rapid succession may have involved two separate fault lines. Several faults intersect in this tectonically complex region.

Why the Royal Family Is ABANDONING Their Most Iconic HOME

King Charles and Queen Camilla will continue to reside in Clarence House, Buckingham Palace says.

What Venezuela Is DESPERATELY Hoping For After Disaster Strikes

It is known as a “doublet,” two earthquakes in quick succession, and it has brought the Latin American country to its knees.

What King Charles Just Revealed About His FORTUNE

The King becomes first monarch to publish their tax payments - with the figures putting him among the UK's top 100 taxpayers.

What's Still BURIED Under Venezuela After the Deadliest Quake in DECADES

Venezuela Earthquakes Live Updates: At Least 188 Dead as Rescuers Search for Survivors  The New York Times Venezuela’s deadly ‘doublet’ earthquakes may have been a single big one. Here’s why it matters  CNN Venezuela earthquakes live: At least 188 dead as rescue efforts intensify  Al Jazeera Venezuelans search rubble for survivors after 2 strong quakes kill at least 188  AP News Photos: See Venezuela destruction after earthquakes  NPR

Europe Just Shattered a Temperature Record That Scientists Hoped Would NEVER Fall

Britain, Switzerland break June temperature record as deadly heatwave grips Europe  Reuters Deadly Heat Wave in Europe Continues to Smash Temperature Records  The New York Times French aversion to air cons melts as homes sizzle  Inquirer.net France’s heat this week was worse than a dire scenario imagined for 2050  The Washington Post Global warming has made Europe’s heatwave 2-4°C worse  The Economist

The ABC Producer Whose Death Just Changed Everything About Covering This War

Former ABC News producer Max Oseredchuk was killed in a Russian drone attack while serving in Ukraine's military.

The DEVASTATING Natural Disaster That Just Claimed 188 Lives in Venezuela

Venezuela earthquakes kill at least 188, injure hundreds, with toll likely to rise, officials say  CBS News Venezuela’s deadly ‘doublet’ earthquakes may have been a single big one. Here’s why it matters  CNN Hoping for Miracles as Venezuela Digs Out From Massive Quakes  The New York Times Venezuela earthquakes live: At least 188 dead as rescue efforts intensify  Al Jazeera Earthquakes cause devastation in Venezuela  NPR

The Tsunami Behavior That Left NASA Scientists STUNNED

A Pacific-wide tsunami triggered by a magnitude 8.8 Kamchatka earthquake gave scientists their first detailed satellite view of a major tsunami in motion. The observations revealed unexpected wave behavior and helped uncover a larger earthquake rupture than earlier models predicted.

June's Temperature Record Is About to Be BROKEN Again

Thursday is expected to be a hotter day for parts of England and Wales with June's record temperature set to be broken for a second day in a row as Simon King explains.

The 3.5 BILLION-Year-Old Lab We've Been Ignoring

Below, Owen Jones shares five key insights from his new book, Force of Nature: Understanding Evolution’s Deepest Logic―and Putting It to Use. Jones is a professor of law and biology at Vanderbilt University. His research focuses, in part, on the implications of natural selection for everything from medicine to law to the way we make decisions. What’s the big idea? We are prone to make big, extremely consequential mistakes and miss important opportunities to improve the human condition anytime we

Europe's Heat Wave Just Exposed the FRAGILE Truth About the Power Grid

It’s been hard to look away from headlines about the European heat wave this week. Temperatures are breaking records across the continent, and the weather is threatening lives, shutting down schools, and in one particularly ironic case, forcing the cancellation of a London Climate Action Week event about extreme heat.  As the summer ramps up…

Europe's Heat Wave Just Broke Something CRITICAL

This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. Europe’s extreme heat is shutting down power plants Europe is in the middle of a record-breaking heat wave, and the grid is being pushed to its limits as people turn to…

The Government's Secret Plan to PRESERVE Species Before They Vanish Forever

The move comes as the Trump administration is trying to weaken the act that’s meant to protect endangered species from going extinct in the first place.

The Ambitious Plan to Sequence Every Endangered Species on EARTH

Colossal Biosciences will be biobanking tissues from all of them as well.

Why SpaceX's Starship Could Make Space Tourism EXPLODE

The SpaceX Starship, the most powerful and advanced super-capsule ever designed on this planet, could spark an explosion in space tourism and supercharge Space Race II.

Why Venezuela's Earthquakes Terrified Seismologists More Than ANYTHING This Year

The country was hit hard by a pair of quakes that happened in quick succession and were likely driven by stress being transferred from one part of the fault that runs through the country to another.

What Scientists Discovered by TICKLING Gorillas About Human Speech

A study of 140 laughter sequences found the same rhythmic timing pattern in humans, chimps, gorillas, bonobos and orangutans.

The $50 Drug That 14 MILLION Americans May Soon AFFORD

An estimated 14 million Medicare Part D recipients could obtain Wegovy, Foundayo, and Zepbound for $50 per month. Johner Images/Getty Images Federal officials announced the launch of a Medicare GLP-1 Bridge pilot program that reduces the cost of certain GLP-1 medications prescribed for weight loss. Under the program, Wegovy, Foundayo, and Zepbound KwikPens will cost $50 per month for eligible participants enrolled in Medicare Part D plans. The program begins on July 1 and continues through D

The Age Group Where Obesity Is EXPLODING Fastest

Experts say the cost of living, pandemic and boom in unhealthy food are behind the rise in cases.

The First Glucose Monitor Kids Can Buy WITHOUT a Prescription

The FDA approved the first nonprescription sale of Dexcom’s continuous glucose monitor for children ages 2 to 18 with diabetes. Svetikd/Getty Images The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the first over-the-counter continuous glucose monitor for children under 18. Experts say the over-the-counter version will make this helpful technology more widely available to families who need diabetes care. The devices could help parents and children make healthy lifestyle decisions, but the tec

The Testosterone Label UPDATE That Could Change TREATMENT

HHS announced it would request updates to the warning labels for testosterone replacement therapy products. Malorny/Getty Images The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has proposed key changes to the labeling of testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) products. The proposed changes could expand access to TRT for men with idiopathic and age-related hypogonadism. According to HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., the changes reflect the most current scientific evidence on the risks a

Why the FDA Just EXPANDED Access to This Life-SAVING Drug

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – JUNE 18: Fans cheer for the New York Knicks as a float with Karl-Anthony Towns and teammates pass by during the New York Knicks Championship ticker tape parade and victory rally celebrating winning the 2026 NBA Finals on June 18, 2026 in New York City. The New York Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs in five games to win their first NBA Championship in 53 years. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) An off-duty EMT saved a man’s life with Narcan during an apparent overd

The Tiny Lump That Led to a 24-HOUR Surgery

Jayme Cohen Lynde’s rare tumor diagnosis led to a major surgery and a long recovery. Now, she is a thriving mom of two daughters. Image Credit: Photos by Jayme Cohen Lynde/Collage by Andrew Nguyen A lump in Jayme Cohen Lynde’s neck led to a carotid body tumor diagnosis and a second rare tumor called a paraganglioma. Surgery to remove the paraganglioma lasted 24 hours and required months of recovery, including relearning how to speak and swallow. Years later, doctors discovered a recurring tu

The Simple Habits That May SLOW Your Aging

Studies show that diet, fitness, and multivitamins may help slow the aging process. Image Credit: Maria Sher/Stocksy Research suggests that taking a multivitamin every day may help slow the signs of biological aging. A recent study found that higher midlife cardiorespiratory fitness levels may be associated with a longer life span. According to new research, short-term dietary changes may help lower the gap between biological age and chronological age in older adults. Diet, lifestyle factor

How They Lost 163 Pounds WITHOUT Surgery

Molly Madore (left) and her mother, Diane Madore, underwent the same noninvasive weight loss procedure, losing a combined 163 pounds. Design by Healthline / Photo Courtesy of Diane and Molly A mother and daughter teamed up to undergo the same noninvasive weight loss procedure after years of difficulty with weight management. After Molly Madore’s success following an endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG), her mother, Diane Madore, underwent the same procedure, resulting in a combined 163-pound

Why You Should IGNORE Sunscreen Advice on Social Media

Misinformation about sunscreen on social media platforms like TikTok appears to attract more engagement, according to a new study. Image Credit: Photo by Westend61/GettyImages A new study found that TikTok videos promoting misinformation about sunscreen tend to receive higher engagement.  However, while some videos containing sunscreen misinformation garner more attention, a majority of sunscreen content on the platform is positive.  Experts warn that even a small amount of misinformation ca

The Household Chores That Count as REAL Exercise

Small amounts of physical activity, like everyday chores, can boost your mood and even count toward your exercise goals. Image Credit: Getty Images/Oleh_Slobodeniuk New research has found that as little as 5 to 10 minutes of physical activity can provide an immediate boost to both mood and energy. Exercise and everyday movement are associated with meaningful improvements in emotional health. Even small bursts of physical activity can help you meet your fitness goals. Exercise provides vario

Why HOW Ultra-Processed Foods Are Made MATTERS More Than Ingredients

The manufacturing processes used to produce ultra-processed foods are linked to negative impacts on human health. Image Credit: Andy Sacks/Getty Images A recent study has found that it may not just be what’s in ultra-processed foods that makes them unhealthy, but how they’re made.  The study noted that factors such as changes in the food’s cellular structure, loss of beneficial chemical compounds, and additives and chemicals in packaging may all pose health risks.  This adds to previous rese

The HIDDEN Difference Between These Two Weight Loss Drugs Everyone's Taking

Researchers say that GLP-1 drugs containing tirzepatide (Zepbound, Mounjaro) may lead to greater weight loss. Image Credit: Tatsiana Volkava/Getty Images A meta-analysis found that one type of GLP-1 medication may be more effective than others.  The analysis showed that GLP-1s containing tirzepatide (Zepbound, Mounjaro) helped people lose more weight than those containing semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy).  Liraglutide (Saxenda) had the lowest weight loss percentage among users.  The success of

The Hospital Asked Me for a DONATION After My Surgery—Is This Even Legal?

“The letter asked whether I had a favorite caregiver and if I would like to make a contribution in their honor.”

The Heatwave Survival Tricks That Actually WORK

From what to wear to getting a restful night's sleep, you share your tips for beating the heat.

Why Weight Loss Drugs Are Suddenly Making People LESS Violent

GLP-1s may help reduce impulsivity, alcohol intake, and violent behaviors in adults. Image Credit: munro/gettyimages A recent study found that GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy may help lower impulsive and violent behaviors. The researchers noted that higher impulsivity and alcohol use were significantly associated with violent behavior overall, but were weaker among those using GLP-1s.  The findings suggest additional mental health benefits of GLP-1 drugs beyond alcohol use and addi

The Silent Condition WEAKENING Millions of Bones Right Now

Osteopenia is a common but often overlooked condition that causes bones to become less dense and more fragile. Because it develops silently, many people only discover they have it after a fracture or bone scan. Aging, menopause, poor diet, and inactivity can all contribute to bone loss. Fortunately, exercise, adequate calcium and vitamin D, and other healthy habits can slow or even partially reverse the decline.

The Protein Powders That Survived THREE Years of Testing

I found the best protein powders that won’t make your morning smoothie taste like drywall.

What Investigators Found in 'ADVANCED Deterioration' at This Hospital

An inspection of NUH mortuaries found 10 shortfalls, the Human Tissue Authority said.

The HIDDEN Danger GLP-1 Users Face This Summer

Using GLP-1s may increase your risk of heat-related illnesses. Image Credit: Nora Carol Photography/Getty Images GLP-1 medications may increase heat-related risks by suppressing thirst and reducing fluid intake. Thirst reduction may lead to severe dehydration and even kidney damage.  GLP-1 drugs may also lower blood pressure in some people, potentially leading to other heat-related issues in people with low blood pressure.  People using GLP-1s also need to properly store their medications, a

The Fasting Method That Changes Your MIND, Not Just Your Body

Researchers compared intermittent fasting with calorie counting and found that people following fasting protocols thought about food less often. Anchiy/Getty Images A recent study found that people who bounce from one diet to another — or “yo-yo dieters” — may have better results following an intermittent fasting diet plan.  The study compared intermittent fasting to traditional calorie counting for weight loss.  The results suggest that people following intermittent fasting experienced psyc

How Healthcare Scammers Are Buying $600,000 FERRARIS With Your Money

Ordinary people are trying to make the rent, and fraudsters are ripping off Medicare, Medicaid and private insurance.

The Vitamin Deficiency Doctors Keep Mistaking for AGING

Vitamin B12 is needed in microscopic amounts, but a shortage can have major effects on health and energy. The vitamin was first linked to a lifesaving liver treatment for pernicious anemia nearly 100 years ago. Today, researchers are finding that B12 may also help keep cellular powerhouses called mitochondria functioning properly. This could explain why some people experience fatigue and brain fog even before traditional signs of deficiency show up.

The Existing Drug That Might Finally DEFEAT Liver Cancer

Researchers found that a rare liver cancer evades immunotherapy by luring immune T cells away from the tumor and trapping them in nearby fibrous tissue. An FDA-approved drug called AMD3100 freed those T cells to attack the cancer, significantly improving the effectiveness of immunotherapy in tumor samples.

The QR Code That Slashed a $618 Prescription to FIFTEEN Dollars

“This medication was generic.”

The Disease Costing More Than Cancer and Heart Disease COMBINED

“People should be alarmed. This is a health crisis. It’s also an economic crisis for families and government,”

Chan Zuckerberg's Next BILLION-DOLLAR Bet on Rare Diseases

Chan Zuckerberg Initiative's Biohub will offer new grants to the rare disease community while expanding its AI drug repurposing partnership with Every Cure.

The Weight Loss Revolution About to Hit a GAME-CHANGING Milestone

Every weekday, the Investing Club releases the Homestretch; an actionable afternoon update just in time for the last hour of trading.

The Shocking Side Effect of Ozempic That Nobody SAW Coming

Some GLP-1 users report changes in their taste and smell, according to a new study. Tatsiana Volkava/Getty Images Researchers report that GLP-1 drugs used to treat type 2 diabetes may impair a person’s sense of taste and smell. Experts say taste and smell dysfunction doesn’t appear to be a common side effect of GLP-1s, which are widely prescribed for weight loss. The weight loss benefits of these medications likely outweigh any negative effects on smell and taste. GLP-1 medications prescribe

The IndyCar Race That Just Scored a MASSIVE Rating

The IndyCar race at Road America drew nearly 1 million more TV viewers over last year's race at the same track as IndyCar continues to deliver increased ratings for FOX.

The PHENOMENAL Goal Everyone's Talking About From Haiti

Wilson Isidor gives Haiti a lead against Morocco with an "extraordinary" World Cup goal at the Atlanta Stadium.

The World Cup HERO That FIFA Just BANNED From the Field

World’s sixth-most famous duck falls short of dream Two-year-old must watch Czechia game from distance Merlín the duck’s bid to see his beloved Mexico live has hit a snag after he was barred from El Tri’s match with Czechia on Wednesday. Merlín has become a folk hero in Mexico after becoming a symbol of El Tri’s World Cup campaign on home soil. His fans had launched a campaign for Merlín to attend Wednesday’s match alongside his human family. But his journey was cut short by Fifa regulations.

The Mistakes That Just Sent Scotland HOME From the World Cup

Scotland will have to wait until potentially the early hours of Sunday to find out if their World Cup campaign will continue, but midfielder John McGinn suspects that is "unlikely" and head coach Steve Clarke suspects they are "going home".

How Brazil Just DOMINATED Their Way to the Top of Group C

Scotland's hopes of reaching the knockout stages of the World Cup for the first time are in significant peril with calamitous defending allowed Brazil to win 3-0 in Miami and finish top of Group C.

Why Scotland Fans Are Holding Their BREATH After Brazil Defeat

Steve Clarke's side lost 3-0 to Brazil in Miami but a third place finish Group C means they could still make the last 32 of the World Cup.

The Trade That Just Changed the Pacers' ENTIRE Future

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What Canadians Are Saying After Their CRUSHING Defeat

Despite the loss, Canada has still reached the World Cup knockout stage for the first time in its history.

The Moment That May Have Just ENDED Scotland's World Cup Dream

Scotland's party stops at the hands of Brazil in Miami, but might they still find themselves in the last 32?

The Race at Churchill Downs That Could Predict the Breeders' Cup CHAMPION

The Stephen Foster at Churchill Downs offers a potential Breeders' Cup Classic preview as a star-studded lineup will compete for a $2 million purse.

What Just Happened on AEW Dynamite That Has Forbidden Door BUZZING

The final episode of AEW Dynamite before Forbidden Door featured Konosuke Takeshita vs. Ricochet and the final build for the pay-per-view.

What This Olympic Legend Wants LA28 to Be Remembered FOR

How LA28's Chief Athlete Officer, Olympian Janet Evans, Is Building A Legacy Through Youth Sports, Athlete Advocacy And Community Impact.

Scotland Fans React to Miami Match That Had EVERYTHING

Scotland's hopes of reaching the knockout stages of the World Cup are in peril after Brazil won 3-0 in Miami.

The Lakers Move That Could Make the Knicks PANIC

The Knicks could still lose their backup center to a team like the L.A. Lakers if Los Angeles shows him the money.

The World Cup Matchup Where the U.S. Has NOTHING to Lose

Two U.S. wins and two Turkey losses already on the books mean the Americans have won this World Cup group no matter the outcome of Thursday's game. Still, the Americans say they're playing to win.

The Shocking Result That Just Saved CANADA's World Cup Dreams

South Africa deserves respect. But they won't enjoy anything like the kind of support that would've backed South Korea against Canada in Southern California.

The Boxing Showdown Everyone's Waiting To WATCH This Week

Jaron "Boots" Ennis challenges Xander Zayas for the unified 154 titles June 27 at Barclays Center. Here's the full card, start time and how to watch on DAZN PPV.

The Ukrainian Immigrants Who Built a Soccer POWERHOUSE Before the World Cup

World Cup games are underway in Philadelphia. Long before Americans caught the world's soccer craze, Ukrainian migrants made Philly a soccer town. Today, the sport helps sustain their culture.

The Secret Weapon That Could Decide the World Cup WINNER

This year, FIFA is providing an AI agent that any team can use. Is it enough to level the playing field or will future winners be determined by which team can afford the best tools?

The IMPOSSIBLE Record This American Woman Is About to SHATTER

Kelsey Pfendler, 34, is aiming to become the first American woman to solo row from California to Hawaii.

Why World Cup Fans Are Spending THOUSANDS on Trips Without TICKETS

Soccer has ‘cult-like status,’ and World Cup visitors are going to great lengths to afford their trips to the U.S.

The Flaw in the 48-Team World Cup That Everyone's Now SEEING

Two matches in the final round of group games present the chance for two teams to simply play out a draw to qualify.

The Ancient Viking Chant That Just Became Norway's World Cup ANTHEM

Norway's long-awaited World Cup return is being powered by a viral Viking "rowing" chant that's sweeping the world, from Boston train stations to Times Square — and the heart of Norway's parliament.

How the World Cup Became a Streaming PHENOMENON in America

Guillermo Ochoa #13 of Mexico is tossed into the air by his teammates after the team's 3-0 victory in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group A match between Czechia and Mexico at Mexico City Stadium on June 24, 2026 in Mexico City, Mexico. | Getty Images This is Lowpass by Janko Roettgers, a newsletter on the ever-evolving intersection of tech and entertainment, syndicated just for The Verge subscribers once a week. The 2026 World Cup is breaking streaming records around the world: Brazil's CazéTV YouT

The Timberwolves Trade That Could Either Be GENIUS or Disaster

The LaMelo Ball trade could either vault the Timberwolves back into title contention or lay the seeds for Anthony Edwards' eventual departure from Minnesota.

The Partnership That Could Make Golf COOL for Kids Again

Youth on Course partners with Topgolf to offer juniors $5 bay time during the summer months.

The Nation That DOESN'T EXIST Just Won the World Cup

The world’s forty million Kurds have a lot to celebrate today.

Meloni's Allies Just FAILED to Take Over Italian Soccer

Giovanni Malagò has a bulging in-tray as he takes over the troubled Italian soccer association.

Trump's MYSTERIOUS Absence From the World Cup Raises Questions

The person who shaped the tournament in his image has been invisible since it started.

What Taylor Swift May Be Planning at Madison Square GARDEN

The New York Times has confirmed that Taylor Swift has rented the sports arena for the July 4 weekend, suggesting plans for a days-long celebration.

How a CANCELED TV Show Just Saved Someone's LIFE

Amy Adams recently told the “Smartless” podcast that she saved a stabbing victim’s life using skills she learned from the short-lived CBS medical drama “Dr. Vegas.” Adams said she and her family were the “first people on the scene” of the stabbing as they walked out of their “favorite” Santa Monica restaurant. “These people were […]

The Shows Expected to DOMINATE This Year's Emmy Nominations

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 […]

The Beatles Series That Just Cast Its STARS

Asa Butterfield, Jonny Lee Miller and Christine Tremarco have joined the cast of drama series “Hamburg Days,” about the Beatles’ formative years in the German port city. The six-part show, which was created by showrunner Christian Schwochow (“The Crown,” “Munich – The Edge of War”) and head writer Jamie Carragher (“Succession”), is shooting in Hamburg. […]

The Star Wars VFX Legend Who Just PASSED Away

Jeff Olson, a modelmaker, model supervisor, and visual effects producer who worked on “Star Wars: Episode 1 – The Phantom Menace” and numerous other films, died Sunday. He was 77. Olson’s death was confirmed by Industrial Light & Magic, the motion picture visual effects studio founded by George Lucas. The studio’s Instagram page posted, “The ILM community is […]

Zendaya Just Proved Style Doesn't Cost a FORTUNE With This $35 Shirt

A Zendaya press cycle usually means one couture — and project-themed — look after another. But for her latest stop on the “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” world tour, on Wednesday in Paris, the Emmy winner rocked a simple, oversized black t-shirt with the webslinger on the front. Of course, Zendaya and her longtime stylist Law […]

What Millie Bobby Brown Just Apologized For After 'Stranger Things' ENDED

There’s an unwritten golden rule in TV: a character is never truly dead unless you see the body. That’s why many “Stranger Things” fans still believe Eleven survived the series finale, which ends with Mike Wheeler imagining a future in which she survives the final showdown with Vecna in the Upside Down. It was also […]