Monday, June 29, 2026

The Data Center Crisis That's Making Big Tech SWEAT

The hyperscalers are just beginning to figure out the consequences of the AI arms race, and now everyone seems to be against them.

China's Bold Claim About Beating America's Cybersecurity CHAMPION

China's Zhipu AI (Z.ai) released its open-weight GLM-5.2, and some researchers have claimed that it matches Mythos in certain bug-finding and cybersecurity scenarios. While GLM lags behind models from Anthropic and OpenAI in other, more general tasks, it seems that China has dramatically reduced the gap in the capabilities between its models and those of the US. This level of advancement is particularly concerning to the US government, which has worked to restrict China's access to powerful mode

The California Law That Could Finally SILENCE Your Streaming Apps

Streaming ads might be getting a lot quieter.

How AI Just Rated EVERY Show in HBO Max's Library

The British Board of Film Classification, the U.K.’s primary ratings body, has revealed that it developed and deployed a bespoke AI tool for the first time to support the classification of HBO Max’s entire catalogue ahead of its U.K. launch earlier this year. In its annual report for 2025, the BBFC said that, using the […]

The AI Watchdog Outspending EVERYONE on World Cup Ads

Groups aligned with Sen. Susan Collins also spent large sums for visibility during U.S. matches — as campaigns and committees drop more than $700K.

Why This Chinese AI Chip Maker Is Worth More Than TESLA

Baidu's Hong Kong-listed shares rose over 6% amid reports that its AI chip unit Kunlunxin is targeting a $50 billion initial public offering in the city.

Why AI Might Be KILLING the Economy Instead of SAVING It

So much money is being poured into A.I. that the rest of the economy is starting to suffer.

Australia's DRASTIC Plan to Police Children's Social Media—Or Pay the Price

Australia plans to double potential fines for social media platforms, including Facebook and Instagram, who fail to prevent Australian children from holding accounts.

The Robot Intern That's Making Human Workers OBSOLETE

Flexion Robotics, a startup founded by ex-Nvidia engineers, has a clever way of training robots to do useful work.

The Weather Pattern That's About to COLLIDE With Silicon Valley's AI Dreams

Heatwaves and severe weather are raising risks for AI data centers, from grid strain to higher insurance and repair costs.

Why Tesla's MOST VALUABLE Cargo Keeps Vanishing Into Thin Air

Nine major suspected cargo thefts happened at Tesla’s Nevada battery factory in January alone, according to sheriff’s records obtained by WIRED.

Google's Security Chiefs Just Issued a TERRIFYING Warning About Your Search History

Europe’s pro-competition proposals could see Google Search and Android systems opened up. The company claims there are serious privacy flaws.

Inside Amazon's BRUTAL AI Takeover of Human Resources

At an Amazon warehouse in Northeast Ohio, Laura works the night shift, operating an order picker that puts her 40 feet in the air. “I’m a treasure hunter,” she says. “I use a forklift to go find stuff.” The warehouse has not yet adopted any of the cutting-edge robotics systems that are transforming other Amazon facilities—but automation is creeping in. In the 18 months since she started this job, Laura—who asked to use a pseudonym out of fear of retaliation—has seen a major change in the HR pr

Why Apple's China Gamble Won't Fix Tech's Chip NIGHTMARE

Apple reportedly is looking to ease its memory crunch with a Chinese company, but the dominance of the big three makers continues, says one tech investor.

The Data Center Backlash That's Rewriting Michigan POLITICS

Climate activist Will Lawrence cofounded the Sunrise Movement. Now, he has shifted his focus in his attempt to compete for a swing-district seat by calling for a data center moratorium.

The Hearing Aids With Great Sound and One FATAL Flaw

With AI-powered noise reduction, an automatic speech-focusing system, and a simple, effective hearing test, it’s a shame these aids don't come with a better app.

What Happens When AI Takes Your NIGHT Shift

Most mornings now, I’ve got a new routine. Before coffee, before social media, I check my phone to see what got done while I slept. Last Tuesday: a 2,000-word briefing on the risks of helium shortages to Asian semiconductor companies for my consulting clients. The report covered a dozen companies in some detail, touched on second-order effects, and, most importantly, surprised me. There was the nightly security audit of my software platforms—a small bug had been found and fixed. Another message

AI Makes Your Job Easier — But There's a HIDDEN Cost

Still in its infancy, artificial intelligence is delivering even greater benefits than many organizations ever hoped for. According to new global research from Workday, 62% of employees who use AI say it’s reduced their burnout. Fully 86% percent report greater productivity and an improved ability to focus on higher-value work. Nearly two-thirds say AI has increased their confidence in their ability to succeed in future roles. Remarkably, all these findings represent a win for employers and empl

The Weapon That Just Made Missiles OBSOLETE — And Changed War Forever

Why Palantir and Elbit are top plays in the booming counterdrone market.

How Online Shopping Went From Boring Catalogs to MIND-Reading Engines

For years, the retail industry debated whether physical stores could survive digital disruption. That debate may be over, but it has paved the way for a new question: What role should the store play now? In working with partners across the retail ecosystem, I’ve seen that the most successful brands aren’t treating stores as endpoints for transactions. They’re treating them as critical moments of validation in a much longer, more complex customer journey. Thanks to AI, today’s consumers arrive in

The TRILLION-DOLLAR Question About America's Data Center Addiction

Meeting data center electricity demand with fossil fuels will add $30 billion to annual electricity costs. Clean energy will cost $5 billion less.

Why AI Metrics Are More BROKEN Than Anyone Admits

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. The inevitable weakness of metrics There are plenty of useful things a metric can reveal. There are even more that it can obscure or corrupt. Like a lot of people bitten…

The Gadget Designed to Make People LEAVE You Alone

Flipper Device's new Busy Bar will retail for $249.

The $11M Bet on AI Devices That Take Notes FOR You

Pocket sells a $129, credit card-shaped puck, which sticks to the back of your phone, and promises unlimited recordings, transcriptions and to-do items.

The RADICAL Plan to Optimize Data Centers Using Water

Omen AI raised a $31 million Series A to monitor chip coolant and stop bacterial outbreaks in data centers.

The $8 BILLION Bet That Could Challenge SpaceX's DOMINANCE

Rocket Lab’s Electron launch vehicle lifting off from its launch complex in New Zealand. | Image: RocketLab Rocket Lab, the space company best known for its small satellite launcher Electron, has announced plans to acquire Iridium Communications for $8 billion. The deal will combine Rocket Lab's launch services and spacecraft manufacturing with Iridium's satellite-based communications network, putting it in a better position to challenge SpaceX. Iridium offers communications services to over 2

The Gadget Designed to Make People LEAVE You Alone

The Busy Bar makes it obvious to others when you don’t want to be distracted. | Image: Flipper Devices First announced over a year ago in April 2025, the Busy Bar will be available for purchase starting on July 14th when the device also starts shipping. Created by the same team behind the Flipper Zero wireless multitool, the Busy Bar is instead described as a "productivity multitool" that relies on a pixelated LED display to help reduce distractions and improve focus. The first 3,000 units pur

The Emission-Free Turbine That's Literally ROCKET Science

This week’s Current Climate newsletter also looks at America lagging in EVs and charging infrastructure, and Sunrun’s transformation into a company

The $8 Billion Move That Could END SpaceX's DOMINANCE

Rocket Lab said it is buying Iridium as a “shortcut” to expanding its growing capabilities.

The Tesla Trade Secret Battle That Just Ended With an $11M TWIST

The startup, Proception, is taking a unique approach to collecting training data to tackle one of the hardest problems in robotics: hands.

The $8 Billion Deal That Could Finally CHALLENGE SpaceX's Space DOMINANCE

Rocket Lab Buys Satellite Operator Iridium in Bid to Challenge SpaceX  WSJ Rocket Lab to Buy Iridium for $8 Billion to Expand Network  Bloomberg.com Rocket Lab Stock Soars After Acquiring Satellite Company Iridium Communications  Investor's Business Daily Rocket Lab to Acquire Iridium for $8 Billion  TradingView Rocket Lab to Acquire Iridium in Historic Deal, Creating A Fully  GuruFocus

Why AI Agents Are About to Get DANGEROUSLY Confident

Enterprise investment in AI is booming. Gartner is calling 2026 an “inflection year” for organizations to align their AI projects with strategic business objectives. As the pressure to prove ROI mounts, executives and technology leaders are looking to agentic AI to drive the measurable financial outcomes their businesses seek. A prime opportunity for AI agents…

Rocket Lab's Acquisition SPREE Just Got Bigger

The all-stock deal values Iridium at $8 billion, and gives Rocket Lab even more firepower to compete against Amazon and SpaceX.

The Camera-Free Glasses That Made Me Feel Like IRON MAN

We’re one step closer to Tony Stark’s smart glasses, but still quite a few steps behind J.A.R.V.I.S. Xgimi, the Chinese company known for its all-in-one smart projectors, is expanding its portfolio with a new line of screen-equipped smart glasses that first debuted at CES 2026. Unlike AR glasses from companies like Meta and Snap, Xgimi’s new privacy-focused MemoMind One skip cameras for a lighter and more discreet design that helps hide their AI-powered smart functionality. After testing them

Two Tech Giants Just Made a $518 Billion BET on AI's Future

South Korean tech giants Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix said Monday they will invest a combined 800 trillion won ($518 billion) in building a new computer chipmaking hub in the country’s southwest region, capitalizing on surging artificial intelligence-driven demand. President Lee Jae Myung joined the companies’ chairs Monday in announcing the plan, which dovetails with the government’s efforts to expand investment beyond the greater Seoul metropolitan area, the country’s economic center and h

The Supreme Court Just Made Your Phone's Location UNTOUCHABLE

The Supreme Court's decision to limit geofence warrants is a win for privacy advocates, who called their use unconstitutional but sought an outright ban.

WhatsApp's Secret Update Will Change How You CONNECT Forever

The app's new usernames feature will be rolled out globally over the next few months.

Why $180,000 Tech Salaries Are Now POVERTY Wages in San Francisco

As OpenAI and Anthropic prepare to go public, tech workers making six figures are grousing that they cannot compete with the new A.I. elite. Some doubt they can afford to stay.

Dbrand's Portal Cube Is DEAD — Because They Never Asked Permission

Dbrand announced Monday that it's refunding everyone who bought its Steam Machine Companion Cube, which it said it made "without a license from Valve." Dbrand announced the Portal-themed Steam Machine accessory in November and took preorders for it last Monday. But a few days later, the product had disappeared from the company's website and the teaser video promoting it had been made private after Valve contacted the company. Dbrand says that the Companion Cube became "the second-fastest selling

The Registry That Could STOP AI From Stealing Your Face

Cate Blanchett, among her litany of talents and accolades, is aware she’s not the savviest when it comes to technology. That doesn’t mean she doesn’t understand when technology begets a problem, particularly when it comes to AI. “I know next to nothing about technology,” she told Variety in an interview last week. “But I know […]

TIDAL Just Cut Off the Money Tap for AI-Generated Music

TIDAL's new policy will prevent AI-generated music from making money on its service.

You Can Now Control Your Coding AI From Your PHONE

Cursor has launched a new mobile app for remote oversight over coding agents.

Nvidia Is LOSING China — And You Won't Believe Who's WINNING

In the race between the U.S. and China to develop artificial intelligence, the battle over hardware and computing power is heating up as Chinese companies like Huawei overtake global industry leaders like Nvidia in their home market. Jensen Huang, the CEO of computer chip giant Nvidia, was mobbed by onlookers as he hit the streets for the “zhajiangmian” noodles while visiting Beijing during U.S. President Donald Trump’s May summit with Chinese leader Xi Jinping. But his celebrity status has not

The AI Leaderboard Everyone Uses Just Became a $100M EMPIRE

The startup, which runs a popular free AI leaderboard, launched its commercial service just last September.

The iPad Deal That's Making Apple Fans Reconsider EVERYTHING

The iPad Air supports Apple Pencil Pro, plus hover support. | Photo: Antonio G. Di Benedetto, The Verge Most of Apple’s price increases have gone into effect, resulting in iPads and other products costing hundreds more than they did a few days ago. If last week’s Prime Day sale wasn’t a good time to consider buying an iPad, we found a deal worth considering that’s just under $500 right now. The 128GB iPad Air that has the M3 processor, plus both Wi-Fi and 5G cellular support, costs $499 at Be

California Just Got Access to AI That Could RESHAPE Government

As Anthropic forges a closer relationship with the state of California, the federal government has made an enemy out of the OpenAI rival.

The $550 BILLION Bet That Could Save Tech's Future

The world's two largest memory chip companies vow to build more memory lab fabs as South Korea positions itself as an AI tech powerhouse country.

Why AI Agents Will NEVER Be Your Coworkers

This story originally appeared in The Algorithm, our weekly newsletter on AI. To get stories like this in your inbox first, sign up here. Imagine coming in to work to learn that a new underling will report to you. The worker is not a person but an AI tool—one that your company nonetheless calls Alex, an…

Google's DESPERATE Warning About What Europe's Antitrust Plan Could UNLEASH

The EU wants Google to share search data with competitors and open up AI on Android, but Google alleges major privacy risks.

Why Waymo and Uber Just Quietly ENDED Their Phoenix Partnership

The companies confirmed to TechCrunch that their unusual partnership in Phoenix recently ended after nearly three years..

OpenAI Is Building Hardware—But Not What You THINK

OpenAI is releasing some sort of device related to its AI-powered coding tool, Codex, on July 15th. In a video posted to X on Monday, OpenAI shows a square-shaped device with several buttons, alongside the caption, "Your favorite Codex shortcuts are getting an upgrade." This isn't the mysterious AI-powered device OpenAI is working on with former Apple designer Jony Ive, however. As shown in the teaser, OpenAI is launching the device in partnership with Work Louder, a company that sells an array

This Quantum Startup Claims It Will LEAPFROG Everyone—Here's How

But the system would require a massive leap from any of its existing hardware.

Sony's Next PlayStation Will Do Something NO Console Has Done Before

There are already a few ways to play PlayStation games on the go, but Sony is also rumored to be working on a new handheld. | Photo by Antonio G. Di Benedetto / The Verge Sony hinted in a recent Q&A with investors that the next generation PlayStation will offer some kind of experience that lets you play games outside of your living room. Here's the relevant portion from the transcript, emphasis mine: Q: How can you bring back to the PlayStation platform users who migrated to gaming PCs during

The Kobo Feature That Could Finally THREATEN Amazon's Grip

Kobo users can now automatically sync their reading progress to StoryGraph, making it easier to track books, reading stats, and challenges without relying on Amazon’s Goodreads.

The iPhone 18 Photos That Weren't Supposed to EXIST Yet

The iPhone 17 Pro. | Image: The Verge Leaked iPhone 18 Pro photos and parts lists appeared on the dark web following a data breach affecting one of Apple's key suppliers, according to a report from Reuters. The leaked images show a drop test of what a source tells Reuters is the iPhone 18 Pro, equipped with a three-camera layout and Apple logo. This comes just a week after Tata Electronics, an India-based company that manufactures iPhone components and assembles the devices, confirmed that it

The AI Image Tool Google Just Made FREE for Everyone

Google is expanding Gemini’s personalized AI image generation to eligible free users in the U.S., allowing the chatbot to create images based on your interests and data from connected Google apps.

Why This Billionaire Just Bet $135M on REPLACING Programmers

VCs remain thirsty to fund AI coding startups. This one, founded by investor, Chamath Palihapitiya, is no exception.

Tesla Just Revealed What Could Make Every Other Car OBSOLETE

EV maker’s stock has best day in over a year, but is still down for the month.

T-Mobile Is About to Force Millions Off Their Current PLANS

Time to say goodbye to that legacy Sprint plan. | Image: Alex Castro / The Verge Earlier today, T-Mobile started notifying customers that it will be retiring many legacy plans and moving subscribers onto one of its current rate plans. This move includes plans that date back to the 3G era, and it's going about as well as you'd expect. Affected customers began sharing screenshots of the text on reddit and Threads this morning, and T-Mobile's chief marketing officer Allan Samson confirmed the new

Meta's Secret Army of Fake Teens Is Testing Rival AI With DISTURBING Questions

Hundreds of contractors working on a project for Meta pretended to be kids—and then prompted rival chatbots like Gemini and ChatGPT to discuss high-risk subjects.

Why South Korea Is About to Spend $1 TRILLION on Robots and Memory Chips

South Korea targets physical AI lead and commercial humanoid robots by 2028.

Why Waymo and Uber Just KILLED Their Phoenix Robotaxi Dream

The Waymo self-driving cars deployed in Phoenix for the Uber pilot will remain in use and make autonomous deliveries with DoorDash.

The $10 Million Bounty on the Hackers Who Broke Into Signal and WHATSAPP

Operation by two Russia-state groups has been ongoing since at least March.

The Weekend Strikes That Just Made Your Portfolio MOVE

Oil prices rose Sunday while U.S. stock-index futures advanced, after the U.S. and Iran continued to trade fire in the Persian Gulf, renewing fears that the Strait of Hormuz may effectively be shut again.

The Protein Obsession That's Breaking America's Dairy INDUSTRY

Demand for whey protein is off the charts as American diet trends change and GLP-1s boom, and the dairy industry is struggling to produce enough.

What LGBT+ Artists Know About Marketing That Others DON'T

From Grammy stages to grassroots TikTok fandoms, here's what LGBT+ artists are teaching us this Pride.

Why Samsung Investors Are PANICKING Over a $1.3 Trillion Announcement

Shares of Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix plunged after reports surfaced that the pair are expected to unveil investment plans worth hundreds of billions of dollars.

Why $29 Trillion in Wealth Is FLEEING the Dollar

Sovereign investors with $29 trillion pivot to energy assets, flag dollar fears  Reuters Sovereign Funds Pivot Further to Private Assets in Risky Markets  Bloomberg.com Sovereign funds move from public markets to private to ride AI wave  Financial Times Invesco Survey: 61% of Central Banks Say US Debt Hurts Dollar's Reserve Status - News and Statistics  IndexBox Sovereign wealth funds are pouring hundreds of billions into private AI deals, and it's reshaping how capital flows  Crypto Briefing

The Chip Stocks That Made Investors BILLIONS in Six Months

Value of some chip manufacturers have tripled, or more, driving Asia Pacific stock markets sharply higher Shares in chipmakers have surged in the first half of this year as investors piled into companies that make the hardware underpinning the AI boom, according to analysis. Investors have driven up the value of semiconductor and memory chip manufacturers, whose profits have soared during 2026, at the expense of some large software companies, which have fallen out of favour this year. Continue

The CUTTHROAT Battle to Control America's Most CRITICAL Minerals

The Cutthroat Battle to Become America’s Rare-Earth Champion  WSJ Could Buying These 3 Rare Earth Stocks Make You Rich?  Yahoo Finance USA Rare Earth Stock: Rare Earth Powerhouse In The Making (NASDAQ:USAR)  Seeking Alpha Stock Tip: Rare earth metals reprocessing with a regional twist  The Armchair Trader USA Rare Earth (USAR) Commissions Colorado Facility To Make Rare Earth Oxides Outside Asia  simplywall.st

The Caregiving Crisis That's About to COLLAPSE Our Workforce

The U.S. has complex systems in place to support nearly every major financial milestone in life, from student loans for education and mortgages for homeownership to tax advantages for retirement. So why is caregiving for our loved ones—something that nearly 1 in 4 American workers is doing unpaid—almost completely unsupported? The cost of care today is shockingly high, with the price of home care hitting a record $34 per hour and assisted living exceeding $5,400 a month. Childcare costs, meanwhi

How One Department Store Chairman Just Became a BILLIONAIRE Overnight

Shinsegae heiress and company chairman is benefitting from the AI boom that’s made retail investors wealthy enough to splurge on luxury goods.

What It REALLY Takes to Future-Proof Your Organization

Over the past decade, I’ve watched leaders chase digital transformation like it was the only game in town. Faster systems, leaner processes, and smarter automation have been the goals. And yet, the organizations that are genuinely thriving in the “Imagination Era”—this moment defined by AI, volatility, and the premium on creative thinking—aren’t winning on technology alone. They’re winning on people. The question is: Do they actually know why? I recently spoke with Angela Jackson, Harvard Univer

Why Treasury Yields Are FROZEN Ahead of Tomorrow's Jobs Report

U.S. Treasury yields were little changed on Monday as investors looked to key jobs data and monitored a fragile pause in hositilies between the U.S. and Iran.

Why Wall Street's Most FAMOUS Pessimist Just Bet on Tech

A viral social-media post this weekend took Jeremy Grantham bashing a step further by looking at the investing legend’s own investments.

Why Your Workplace Is Still FAILING Neurodivergent Talent

Companies have spent the past few years making louder commitments to neurodiverse hiring, and there’s plenty to applaud. Many of the major Fortune 500 employers have built programs to follow through on efforts toward neuroinclusivity, and some of those efforts are substantial. Microsoft’s Neurodiversity Program uses a multiday interview process tailored to candidates’ needs; JPMorganChase says it’s hired more than 150 neurodivergent employees through tailored interviews; and Google Cloud has tr

The 4 Tasks Solopreneurs Should NEVER Do Themselves Anymore

Right now, I have (checks computer) more than a dozen scheduled tasks that AI handles for me. Plus, countless other saved instructions to run repeatable processes on the fly. Most AI advice focuses on content generation or chatbot conversations. But what a large company needs and what an individual consumer might do with artificial intelligence are vastly different from the needs of a solopreneur: one person, with some business use cases. Solopreneurs can get a lot of benefit from handing off sp

The Coffee Trend That's Making Beverage Brands BILLIONS

"We're selling [almost] as much protein cold foam as we do flat whites," Starbuck's EMEA Manager of Beverage Development Sam Henderson told CNBC.

Turkey's Iran Gas Deal Ends in July — The REAL Test Begins

Turkey's 25-year Iran gas contract expires in July 2026. More LNG, March strikes on South Pars, and a post-Halkbank payments squeeze decide what comes next.

The World's Most POWERFUL Bank Just Warned of an AI Crash

Rich stock market valuations, investor complacency, circular financing, and the potential knock-on effects in credit markets are a clear warning in the BIS annual report

Why Comcast Just SPLIT Itself in Two—And What It Means for YOUR Cable Bill

Comcast said Monday it plans to separate its media and technology businesses into two publicly traded companies.

How One Man Is Quietly TRANSFORMING the Federal Reserve

Just weeks into his job as chairman of the Federal Reserve, Kevin M. Warsh has embraced some of the central bank’s conventions while signaling seismic shifts ahead.

Why Young Americans Believe the Dream Is DYING

Gen Z is at a tipping point, some economists say: the first U.S. generation in living memory where the majority may be unable to achieve the American Dream.

Why 9,000 People Just Lost Their Jobs at This Tobacco GIANT

The tobacco industry is grappling with declining demand for traditional cigarettes.

Why SpaceX's $25 Billion Debt Offering Has Investors TERRIFIED

SpaceX’s $25 billion debt sale drew heavy demand, but analysts warn of capital spending, refinancing and investor concentration risks.

The Magnificent Seven Collapse That Signals What Happens NEXT

The S&P 500 underperformed its equally weighted counterpart by 350 basis points last week

Morgan Stanley's Dire WARNING About Silver and Semiconductors

Investors should shift away from popular momentum trades, says strategist

LeBron's Wife Just Launched a Company That Does THREE Things

Savannah James and her longtime friend and business partner April McDaniel are launching a company called Signed that will house their growing portfolio of women-focused businesses and media ventures.  Signed will act as a holding company for the creative agency Crown+Conquer (founded by McDaniel in 2016), the membership-based women’s community Let It Break (founded in 2024), and the pair’s podcast Everybody’s Crazy, which also began in 2024. The founders—James is the wife of LeBron James—have h

What Top CEOs Know About Design That You DON'T

Hello and welcome to Modern CEO! I’m Stephanie Mehta, CEO and chief content officer of Mansueto Ventures. Each week this newsletter explores inclusive approaches to leadership drawn from conversations with executives and entrepreneurs, and from the pages of Inc. and Fast Company. If you received this newsletter from a friend, you can sign up to get it yourself every Monday morning. Jordan Goldstein and Anthony Capuano began working together 10 years ago on a pilot project and started collaborati

The Social Security Math That Could Cost You THOUSANDS

“Too many people believe that if they wait until 70 to begin collecting, they are automatically better off.”

The Rare Market Signal That Predicts DISASTER 67% of the Time

The Dow Industrials are trouncing the Nasdaq composite. That’s an alarming sign for your portfolio.

The $15 Billion Menopause Industry's SHOCKING Blind Spot

PcW is sizing the menopause market wrong—not by accident, but by design. The $15 billion figure is a floor, not a ceiling

The Creator Economy Secret That ISN'T About Followers

Why Data, AI and campaigns are inextricably linked

Why Comcast Just Ripped Itself in TWO — And What It Means for YOUR Streaming Bill

Comcast to split into two companies, spin off NBCUniversal and Sky  NBC News Comcast says it will spin off NBCUniversal  CNN Comcast soars 23% after announcing it will spin off media and tech wings into separate public companies  CNBC Comcast Announces Plans to Separate Media and Technology Businesses into Two Leading Public Companies  Comcast Corporation Comcast plans to break itself in two  Axios

The SpaceX Move That Will Change MILLIONS of Retirement Accounts

It has hardly been two weeks since Space Exploration Technologies Corp. (Nasdaq: SPCX), better known as SpaceX, went public, but the Elon Musk-led company is already poised to achieve another significant stock market milestone. Next month, it will be added to the Nasdaq 100. Here’s what that means for the company—and for you. What’s happened? On June 26, just 15 days after SpaceX made its stock market debut on June 12, Nasdaq announced that the space and AI company will be added to the institut

Why European Stocks Are About to CRUSH Their American Rivals

JPMorgan raises its year-end target for European stocks again. Panmure warns that high valuations imply negative returns for the U.S. in the next decade.

The SHOCKING Split That Just Ended One of Media's Most Powerful EMPIRES

The media business, which owns NBC News and Universal Pictures, will be separated from Comcast’s cable and internet business, following a trend in the media industry.

Why This Auto Giant Is Approaching a 15-Year LOW

Shares in the German carmaker slumped following reports of a plan to cut up to 100,000 jobs.

The 70-Year-Old's DESPERATE Financial Gamble: Reverse Mortgage or Worse?

“I’m torn between these two options.”

The 10 Things Wall Street Is WATCHING This Week

Honeywell Aerospace starts trading, and a few more M&A deals.

The Zillow Collapse That Could Spread Across AMERICA

On Wednesday morning, about two-thirds of Zillow’s Chicago home listings abruptly vanished. Zillow is in an ongoing dispute with a local MLS, or multiple listing service, named Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED). The two companies have been in an escalating conflict for about a year. Zillow has sued MRED in federal court, alleging antitrust violations. This week, MRED cut off Zillow’s access to its listings as the latest blow in that fight, although a federal judge has temporarily restored them. It

How This CEO Became the KING of Your Backyard

It’s time for our annual Fourth of July grill episode here at Decoder. This is when we invite the CEOs of outdoor cooking companies onto the show to explain just how their businesses kind of look like every other business. And this is a very special edition.  Today I’m talking to Roger Dahle, the CEO of Weber Blackstone, a full circle moment for Decoder. Roger was our first-ever grill CEO on the show back when he was the CEO of just Blackstone — a griddle company he started in 2008 that exploded

Is 5% Enough to Retire? The Answer Might TERRIFY You

If you want to have enough for retirement, you need to push your savings limits today.

Why This 76-Year-Old Walmart Worker Is STILL Paying Payroll Taxes

“It seems like half of the workforce at our local Walmart is over 65.”

The Surprising Truth About What REALLY Drives Competitiveness

This month, IMD – one of Europe’s leading business schools, where I serve as an Executive Fellow and North America Program Co-Director – released its 2026 World Competitiveness Ranking. As I pointed out in my keynote at the U.S. launch of the index at the Swiss Embassy in Washington, the results sit awkwardly with the stories that the world’s largest economies tell about their world-leading competitiveness. The truth is, neither the U.S. nor China is a true world leader in this realm – the U.S.

The Japanese Philosophy That Could SAVE Your Business in Chaos

Now more than ever, it’s seemingly impossible to predict what’s around the corner. Geopolitical risk, supply chain volatility, and shifting consumer behaviors have created a cacophony of noise. Over the years, one lesson has rung true: The strongest organizations do not waste energy trying to predict the future. They focus on controlling their controllables. This mentality echoes the proven methodologies from the Japanese philosophy of kaizen—continuous improvement through small, steady changes.

Strategy Just Flipped Its Bitcoin Strategy UPSIDE DOWN

Strategy disclosed a program to sell bitcoin “from time to time” to fund its U.S. dollar reserve and share repurchases.

Why Going Back to the OFFICE Might Actually Save Your Life

Returning to the office — even just a few days a week — might be what fully remote workers actually need.

The New Rule That Just Made YOUR Roof More Expensive

Those who find extensive damage to their roofs might be stuck between two options: File an insurance claim, which could trigger a premium increase, or cough up the cash for the necessary repairs or replacement.

The Secret 'Trump Account' That Could Make Your Kid WEALTHY

“The only reason” to use these accounts is “if you’re planning to do the Roth strategy,” says one financial planner.

Should You Destroy Your Retirement to Save Your MOTHER?

“I want her to live on her Social Security instead of using it to pay off her credit-card debt.”

How New MILLIONAIRES Could Completely Reshape San Francisco

Cold plunges, circadian lighting, and robot closets aren’t on the typical home renovation checklist. But then again, the once-in-a-generation wealth creation coming from the Bay Area’s new wave of tech companies going public offers a singular shift in San Franciscans’ net worth, and a window into how the tech elite define the dream home.  The explosion of wealth that will follow a handful of history’s biggest initial public offerings is expected to reshape San Francisco and the Bay Area, with ma

Traders Are Betting This Week's Jobs Report Will SHOCK Wall Street

Dow Jones expects over 118,000 jobs will be added, but Kalshi traders give under 60% that over 100,000 jobs will be added.

How to Ride This Insurance Stock's MOMENTUM Without the Full Risk

MetLife (MET) is well-positioned in the life insurance and benefits sector, exhibiting fundamental momentum that the broader market hasn't fully priced in.

Wall Street Is Bracing for Fed Hikes That May NEVER Happen — These Sectors Win

Inflation isn’t as high as you think — and Fed Chair Kevin Warsh looks less hawkish than advertised.

Why Julia Baldet Is Building Elevate BEYOND the $15 Smoothie

Julia Baldet’s Elevate has been compared to Erewhon, but the former private equity investor is building for a very London customer: time-poor, health-conscious and probably answering emails between meetings.

Alphabet Joins the Dow, But Wall Street Wants ANSWERS

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Burnham offered a sense of what his time as prime minister would mean, but he did not lay out many details.

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The Supreme Court Just Made a Decision That Could HAUNT Trump for Years

The decision means the US president will now have to pay her the $5m (£3.6m) in damages she'd been awarded.

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The justices had been asked to examine the legality of the state’s grace period for late-arriving mail-in ballots.

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The ruling by the Supreme Court means that Lisa Cook will remain as a Federal Reserve governor as her lawsuit challenging Trump's effort to fire her proceeds.

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The Supreme Court Just Changed How Police Can TRACK Your Location

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The Supreme Court Just BLOCKED Trump From Doing What He Tried at the Fed

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Andy Burnham's speech depicted a different way of seeing and running the UK, though there are many other questions about the detail.

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Congress Wants to Stop AI From Selling Your Most INTIMATE Secrets

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The man most likely to be the next prime minister says his devolution plans would "drive good growth in every postcode".

Why Musk Is FURIOUS Over Claims His Cuts Killed Children

One study found Musk’s closing of the U.S. Agency for International Development could cause the deaths of millions of children.

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The Maine race, which both parties see as key to winning control of the Senate, is extremely close as the sprint to fall begins, a Times/Portland Press Herald/Siena poll found.

Trump's Red Tape Is About to KILL 92 GW of New Electricity

The Trump administration's moves threaten $121 billion in new solar and wind power, two energy sources that are the biggest contributors to new capacity in the U.S.

Why Gen Z Just Decided They Can't WAIT Anymore

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The IRS Just Made a SHOCKING Decision About Trump Accounts

Parents, guardians and others who contribute to a Trump Account will not be required to file a gift tax return, the IRS and Treasury Department said Monday.

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Americans have grown less proud of their country’s history or the way its democracy works over the past decade, according to a new AP-NORC poll. Americans’ pride in the U.S. on several key attributes has dropped since 2017 — including the nation’s military and its political influence around the globe — according to the survey from The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research. This poll was conducted in April, as the United States and Iran fought over the Strait of Hormuz in a pro

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In a rare dissent from the bench, Justice Sonia Sotomayor said that the Supreme Court undid “centuries of political practice,” and that the court concluded that the federal government had been acting in “open defiance of the Constitution.”

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Senate Ethics Just Dismissed Complaint Against Sen. Gallego — What HAPPENED?

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The state’s high court found that ballot initiatives designed to change state law to install a newly gerrymandered map violated Colorado law.

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The Supreme Court Ruling That Just Stripped Away Presidential RESTRAINT

US supreme court rules Trump’s firing of Lisa Cook from Fed was unconstitutional  The Guardian Takeaways from the Supreme Court’s decisions expanding Trump’s firing power but preserving Fed for now  CNN Supreme Court rules Trump can fire leaders of independent agencies, overturning precedent  NBC4 Washington Supreme Court rules on Trump's attempt to fire Fed governor Lisa Cook  Fox Business Trump renews call to force Lisa Cook from Federal Reserve board after Supreme Court decision  The Hill

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The clash reflects increasing skepticism of the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, which has been willing to pursue President Trump’s priorities.

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Supreme Court Leaves Trump Facing a $5 Million RECKONING

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The Supreme Court Just Made Your Phone INVISIBLE to Police

SCOTUS falls short of deeming geofence warrants unconstitutional, though.

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The Supreme Court Just Handed Trump UNPRECEDENTED Power Over Federal Agencies

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Defense companies and their trade groups are pressing Congress against writing a requirement that the Pentagon approve stock buybacks into law.

Trump's Shocking Admission About Mail-In Ballots — And What He Wants INSTEAD

Justice Amy Coney Barrett, whom Trump nominated in 2020, rejected arguments that federal laws preempt Mississippi permitting late-arriving absentee ballots.

The Supreme Court Ruling That Could CHANGE Every Election Going Forward

Supreme Court rules mail-in ballots arriving after Election Day can be counted  The Washington Post Trump’s voting restrictions face roadblocks from Congress and the Supreme Court  NBC News Supreme Court ruling preserves Oregon law protecting late-arriving mail ballots  KPIC Supreme Court rules states can count late-arriving mailed ballots, rejecting Trump-led challenge  AP News The RNC tried to throw out your ballot  Democracy Docket

The Supreme Court Just Handed Presidents UNPRECEDENTED Power — And Everything Changed

Also, NASA plans to catch a falling space telescope and nudge it up. Here’s the latest at the end of Monday.

The Supreme Court Ruling That Just Gave Trump UNPRECEDENTED Power Over Federal Officials

In twin rulings, the Supreme Court affirmed the Fed’s independence and said its leaders could not be fired at will, but said President Trump could fire other independent regulators for any reason.

Trump Just Called This LANDMARK Housing Bill 'a Yawn' — Here's What He's Missing

President Donald Trump downplayed the importance of a bipartisan housing bill in the Oval Office on Monday.

The '86 47' Sign That Just Appeared at Trump's State Fair — What It MEANS

A spokesperson for Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said the incident was “under investigation.”

The Supreme Court Decision That Just Rewrote Trump's POWER to Fire Anyone

Supreme Court says Fed’s Cook can keep her job for now, but it upholds other Trump firings  AP News One big win and three defeats for Trump in dramatic day at Supreme Court  BBC John Roberts fought for decades to get rid of the 1935 precedent that had limited a president’s firing authority  CNN Supreme Court cements Trump's power over agencies long considered independent  NPR The Supreme Court just made Trump the most powerful president in generations, in Trump v. Slaughter  vox.com

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Republicans had sought the removal of a little-known candidate with the same name as the incumbent senator, arguing that he was not a “good faith” candidate.

Where Has Kean BEEN? The Mystery Behind His Absence Before Capitol Speech

After months of silence, Representative Tom Kean Jr. was expected to deliver a speech explaining his 116-day absence from Congress.

What Rescuers Keep Finding ALIVE Under Venezuela's Rubble

Volunteers in a middle-class neighborhood in Caracas used drills, picks and hammers to break through concrete, trying to find anyone in need of rescue.

Pakistan's Border Strike That Just Killed 29 MILITANTS

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With tens of thousands of people missing, relatives face another night waiting for news of loved ones as the crucial window for locating survivors closes.

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With airstrikes on Ukraine’s cathedrals and temples, and targeted killings of religious leaders, Russia’s Vladimir Putin is reviving the war strategies of Adolph Hitler.

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U.S. forces conducted strikes on Iran on Friday in response to the Iranian drone strike on a Singapore-flagged cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz, according to CENTCOM.

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Pakistan says its security forces killed 29 fighters along Afghan border  Al Jazeera Pakistan says it carried out ground operation, strikes along Afghan border, killing 29 militants  AP News 29 killed in Pakistan's ground ops in Afghanistan day after Karachi terror attack  Hindustan Times Pakistan forces kill 29 militants in border operation, AP reports  Reuters Pakistan Says Strikes Along Afghan Border Kill 29 Militants  Bloomberg.com

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China blacklisted four of Japan's government defense research institutes and placed dozens more Japanese firms under tightened export restrictions Monday.

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A series of strikes over the weekend saw the US and Iran accuse each other of violating the ceasefire agreement.

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Pakistan says its strikes were a response to "recent terrorist attacks against innocent people".

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Israel's Cabinet approved a proposal to designate violence against Armenians by the Ottoman Empire during World War I as a genocide. The step reflects deteriorating ties between Israel and Turkey.

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The MIRACLE Rescue After Venezuela's Earthquake Turned Deadly

Two boys pulled from Venezuela earthquake rubble among 33 people rescued over weekend  BBC Venezuela: More search teams arrivebut hopes fade of finding earthquake survivors- live updates  BBC World in Brief: Venezuela earthquakes death toll tops 1,400; America and Iran trade blows  The Economist Father and son rescued after four days buried under rubble of Venezuela's earthquakes  Reuters Satellite images show scale of destruction in Venezuela earthquakes  Al Jazeera

The STANDDOWN That Just Stopped a War—What Iran and the U.S. Agreed To

Live updates: US and Iran will ‘stand down for now’ and talks ‘on track,’ US officials say  CNN Iran war live: Tehran insists on control of Hormuz amid reports of US talks  Al Jazeera US says it has agreed to 'stand down' after exchange of strikes with Iran  BBC U.S. and Iran agree to halt strikes and meet this week, U.S. official says  Axios Oil Jumps After Crude Tanker Hit in Latest Middle East Flare-Up  Bloomberg.com

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Putin's comments mark the first time he has detailed the extent to which Ukraine's deep-strike successes have hampered Russia's fuel production.

The Tiny Voice That Kept This Mother ALIVE Under Tons of Rubble

The "miracle" rescue of 18-day-old baby Juan David is a symbol of hope in Venezuela after the devastating earthquakes.

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In the wake of racist, mob violence in Northern Ireland this month, there has been a fresh round of attention on so-called "active clubs," the global network of fascist, white nationalist youth groups that center their activities around mixed martial arts.

Why Iran Is Willing to SABOTAGE Peace for This Waterway

Iran sees its control over the Strait of Hormuz as critical leverage in peace talks with the United States. It seems willing to risk the cease-fire to maintain that power.

The Secret DEAL That Just Stopped a War Between America and IRAN

U.S. and Iran will ‘stand down’ after strikes and resume talks, official says  The Washington Post Live updates: US and Iran will ‘stand down for now’ and talks ‘on track,’ US officials say  CNN US says it has agreed to 'stand down' after exchange of strikes with Iran  BBC Oil Jumps After Crude Tanker Hit in Latest Middle East Flare-Up  Bloomberg.com U.S. and Iran Agree to Stand Down, Resume Talks After Days of Hostilities  Time Magazine

Pakistan Just Launched a DEADLY Strike—Over 30 Dead in Afghanistan

The Taliban said that airstrikes left 36 civilians dead, while Pakistan claimed that its assault killed 32 militants, in the latest in a monthslong conflict.

China's Economy Just Got a SURPRISE Boost—And America Is Behind It

China's economy is showing signs of picking up after a sluggish few months — thanks in part to a rebound in shipments to the U.S.

The Secret Deal That Just Changed Everything in the GULF

Oil prices edged higher after an American official said the U.S. and Iran had agreed to halt attacks in a key shipping lane, raising hopes that hostilities would not escalate.

The Weekend Attacks That Just Put EVERYTHING at Risk

Iran and the U.S. traded attacks over the weekend, throwing into question technical talks that were set to take place this week to advance the interim deal agreed earlier this month.

The Secret Talks That Could End a War — Or Trigger ANOTHER One

The U.S. and Iran are poised to hold fresh talks on Tuesday in Qatar's capital, President Donald Trump said via social media on Monday.

The Shooting That Just Shattered a Quiet German Town — Five Are DEAD

Two people have been arrested, police said.

The Heatwave Turning Europe Into a TINDERBOX

Italy and Balkans hit by heatwave as wildfire fears rise  Reuters Heat wave blasting Europe is the worst ever recorded, researchers say  The Washington Post France records around 1,000 additional deaths as extreme heat breaks European records  AP News Scenes from the Paris Heat Wave  The New Yorker France Recorded 1,000 Excess Deaths During Heat Wave, Officials Say  The New York Times

The MISSILE Deal That Just Shifted Middle East POWER

Lessons from the Iran war could influence future UAE military acquisitions, aside from its enduring diversification policy, which this prospective Indian deal reinforces.

The Airstrikes That Just Killed 36 Civilians and Could Destabilize an ENTIRE Region

Pakistan says it targeted militant hideouts along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border in response to militant attacks across Pakistan. Afghanistan condemned the strikes as acts of aggression.

Why Russia's Drone Force Needs a DIFFERENT Kind of Recruit

Russia is recruiting female university students for its drone force as Moscow seeks technically skilled operators for an increasingly unmanned battlefield.

The Secret Meeting That Could Change EVERYTHING in the Middle East

The U.S. and Iran agreed on Sunday to halt their attacks, a U.S. official said.

The U.S.-Iran Deal That Just Changed EVERYTHING About Oil Prices

Oil prices were higher after an agreement between the U.S. and Iran to halt recent hostilities in the Middle East.

The Venezuela Earthquake Death Toll Could Be WORSE Than Anyone Knows

Experts pointed to several indications that the twin earthquakes were particularly lethal, including the number of people reported missing and the extent of building damage.

U.S. and Iran Just Agreed to Something NOBODY Saw Coming

S&P 500 rises as U.S.-Iran agree to halt hostilities, gain restrained by selling in chip stocks: Live updates  CNBC Wall St indexes climb as US, Iran halt attacks; Comcast surges on spin-off plan  Reuters US futures rally as halt to Middle East attacks keeps oil muted  MSN Stock Market Today: Dow set to finish above 52,000 for first time; S&P 500 and Nasdaq climb as 'Magnificent Seven' recover  MarketWatch Stock Market Today: Major Indexes Rebound From Last Week's Tech Sell-Off; Comcast Stock Ju

The Navy's New Plans Reveal How WARS Will Be Fought Now

The upcoming defence plan reflects rapid changes in drone warfare, our security correspondent writes.

What Survivors Are Finding After 106 Hours BURIED Alive

Live updates: Venezuela earthquake aftershocks reignite fears as survivors seek answers  CNN Venezuela Is Desperately Searching for 50,000 Missing After Earthquakes  WSJ A strong aftershock jolts Venezuela as rescue workers race to find survivors  PBS Frustration and fading hopes in Venezuela with thousands still missing after twin quakes  NBC News Scale of Venezuela Quakes’ Death Toll Could Take Weeks to Emerge  The New York Times

The Pay Deal That Just Ended England's Doctor REBELLION

Doctors have been locked in a three-year dispute with the government, resulting in several rounds of strikes.

Venezuela Survivors Thought the WORST Was Over — Then This Happened

Caracas and port city of La Guaira affected by 4.6 magnitude shock as loss of life passes 1,450 people A strong aftershock has rattled northern Venezuela, sending terrified residents racing on to the streets five days after the twin earthquakes that killed at least 1,450 people, left tens of thousands missing and triggered a growing humanitarian emergency. The aftershock early on Monday – which the United States Geological Survey measured at a magnitude of 4.6 – shook the capital, Caracas, and t

The Secret Deal Between the U.S. and Iran That Just Changed EVERYTHING

Iran Latest: U.S. and Iranian officials to resume talks, Trump says, after clashes test ceasefire  CBS News Iran war live: Trump announces Qatar meeting; Tehran says nothing planned  Al Jazeera New US-Iran clashes revealed fragility of truce — and why it may work  CNN U.S. and Iran agree to halt strikes and meet this week, U.S. official says  Axios Mediators set up de-escalation channels ahead of US-Iran talks, source says  Reuters

Why Rescuers Are Racing Against TIME in Venezuela Right Now

The BBC's Will Grant reports on the efforts to dig out survivors in the port city of Catia la Mer.

Europe Gives China 90 Days to Fix Its €360 BILLION Problem

Two sides agree to try to make bilateral relationship ‘more balanced’ after weeks of threats The EU and China have agreed to enter three months of talks to try to avoid a trade war over the bloc’s €360bn (£310bn) annual import/export imbalance. In their first joint statement in seven years, the two sides agreed in Brussels to open a formal trade consultation after weeks of threats and recriminations from China if the EU imposed any measures to stop the flood of goods and components into the bloc

What's Happening in Ukraine That the World Isn't WATCHING

Dispatches from Ukraine. Day 1586.

What Rescuers Are Finding BENEATH the Rubble in Venezuela

The death toll has risen to over 1,700, which is likely an undercount.

Why Rescuers Are Demanding COMPLETE Silence in Venezuela Right Now

With tens of thousands of people still believed missing, teams listen for signs of life beneath the rubble.

The £10,000 Bill Refugees Will Now Have to PAY Under New UK Rules

Ministers will be given powers to recover costs from adults who have received asylum support under new laws.

Why the UK's Defense Plan Will Focus on DRONES Over Everything Else

The defence investment plan will set out how billions will be spent on equipping the UK Armed Forces.

Why Putin's Grip on Power Is Closer to COLLAPSING Than You Think

Crimea is cut off, fuel lines extend all over Russia as Ukraine bombs depots, Moscow subject to drone attacks, civilians leave Crimea in mass exodus. Putin is in trouble

The Crime That Could Soon Add a DECADE to Your Prison Sentence

The changes mean the 15-year starting sentence could be increased to 25 years to be in line with other murders.

The Explosion in Monaco That Just Injured Three — And Nobody Knows WHY

The blast at a residential building was "very likely an attack", Monaco's head of government tells AFP.

The High-Stakes Meeting in Doha That May Never HAPPEN — And What It Means for Peace

US and Iran peace negotiators head to Doha, meeting uncertain  Reuters Live updates: Trump and Iran issue conflicting statements about new talks  CNN Iran and the U.S. gear up for tense talks  NBC News US says ships can 'move freely' in Strait of Hormuz amid ceasefire with Iran  Fox News Iran War Live Updates: U.S. and Iran Set for New Talks in Qatar After Exchanging Strikes, Trump Says  The New York Times

The UK Heatwave That Could Be Coming SOONER Than Anyone Expected

As parts of Europe continue to swelter in record temperatures, higher temperatures could develop again across the UK later this week, as Simon King explains.

The Dinosaur Bone That Sat in a DRAWER for Decades

The fossil, collected in Antarctica in 1985, is part of the tail of a beast called a Titanosaur.

Rocket Lab Just Made a Move That Could RESHAPE Space Communications

"We believe this will be one of the most transformative deals in the space industry."

NASA's Insane Plan to CATCH a Falling Telescope in Space

A rescue mission will soon be underway for NASA’s Swift telescope.

The Energy Milestone America Just Quietly CROSSED

Small-scale solar helped renewables nearly triple coal generation on the US grid.

Why 14 Million Americans Could Soon Access This $1,200 Drug for FIFTY Dollars

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

What the CDC Tried to HIDE About COVID Vaccines

A study on COVID-19 vaccines that was previously blocked by the CDC’s acting director was published in a medical journal. luis velasco/Stocksy A COVID-19 vaccine efficacy study that had previously been blocked by the CDC was published in a scientific journal. Acting CDC Director Jay Bhattacharya blocked the study from appearing in the CDC’s Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR), prompting months of criticism. The study affirmed that COVID-19 vaccines reduced the risk of hospitalizatio

The TWO-HOUR Weekly Habit That Could Save Women's Hearts

Research shows that 2 hours of weekly strength training may help reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease in women. Image Credit: COROIMAGE/Getty Images A new study suggests that women who do at least 2 hours of strength training per week have a lower risk of cardiovascular disease.  The findings add that women who perform 150 minutes of weekly aerobic exercise and at least 2 hours of weekly strength training have a lower risk of heart attack.  Strength training is considered highly benefic

The Surprising Mind Shift That Happens When You SKIP Meals

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

Why Testosterone Therapy Labels Are About to Get a CRITICAL Update

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

What This Knicks Fan's Near-Death Reveals About FDA's New MOVE

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 Neck Lump That Led to 24 Hours on the Operating TABLE

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 Three Simple Things That Could Actually 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 a Mother and Daughter 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 That Viral Sunscreen Advice Could Be DANGEROUS

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 Science Says 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

The Unexpected Way Weight Loss Drugs Are Changing Human BEHAVIOR

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

Why ONE MILLION Children Are Suddenly Seeking Mental Healthcare

Demand is soaring beyond capacity, meaning children in England wait years for help with various conditions.

The Technology That's Turning Your HOME Into a Doctor's Office

There is significant opportunity to improve long term health outcomes with ambient home monitoring.

The Weight Loss Drug That Could Get Athletes BANNED

GLP-1 drugs can provide benefits that may boost an athlete’s performance, but do these medications give them the competitive edge? Getty Images/The Good Brigade Debates are emerging over whether GLP-1 drugs boost athletic performance. However, experts say the loss of lean mass associated with using these drugs may cancel out any competitive advantages. They say it’s essential to consider the legitimate medical uses of these medications before setting policy. More data is needed before sports

Why Ozempic Users Are Reporting a DISTURBING Change in Their Senses

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 Weight Loss Showdown: Which Drug Actually WINS?

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 Allergy Pill Hack Women Are Using for PMS RELIEF

Can the mix really help with premenstrual woes? Theoretically, the link between histamine and hormones could explain why the trendy DIY treatment seems to help some women.

The Weight Loss Drug Side Effect Doctors Didn't See COMING

A growing body of evidence shows that GLP-1 drugs benefit cardiovascular health. Image Credit: Healthline/Munro/Getty Images GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy help protect heart health, but stopping the medications may reduce the protective effects. Some research suggests that GLP-1s containing tirzepatide (Zepbound, Mounjaro) may help lower the risk of further complications in people with cardiovascular disease. Other research suggests that GLP-1s may help reduce thromboembolic even

What America's UNINSURED Crisis Really Tells Us

Some people would buy insurance if they felt they could afford it. But many Americans are uninsured by choice.

AI Can Now See the Heart Attack You DON'T Know Is Coming

A first-of-its-kind AI tool was cleared by the FDA to detect underlying structural heart disease before symptoms present. ljubaphoto/Getty Images The FDA cleared the first artificial intelligence tool to detect hidden structural heart disease during routine ECGs. EchoNext is a heart screening designed to detect underlying disease before symptoms present. The new tool is credited with spotting severe, undiagnosed heart failure in a 45-year-old man who ultimately received a successful heart tr

The QR Code That Slashed Her $618 Prescription to $15

“This medication was generic.”

The Overdose Video That Made an EMT Go VIRAL

Simone Kelly went viral after reviving a man with Narcan at the Knicks parade. Here, she shares her passion for treating addiction. Kelly, 24, a pre-med student and volunteer EMT, is pursuing a calling in emergency psychiatry and addiction. Courtesy of Simone Kelly Simone Kelly was off-duty during the New York Knicks celebration parade in Lower Manhattan when she climbed a subway platform at the World Trade Center to save a man’s life with Narcan on June 18.  Kelly, a 24-year-old volunteer

The Damning Inquiry That Just Declared UK Maternity Care 'CAN'T Continue Like This'

An independent inquiry into England's maternity services has found "unacceptable racism and discrimination" is affecting patient safety.

The Injury That Just Ended Raducanu's Wimbledon DREAM

Emma Raducanu is out of Wimbledon after withdrawing on the eve of her home Grand Slam tournament with a leg injury.

Why Iran's Diplomat Just Blamed Technology for Their World Cup EXIT

The 'Unexpected' Draw That Has Everyone Crying CONSPIRACY

The 'Disgrace of Gijon' - an infamous match at the 1982 World Cup in Spain - has followed Austria and Algeria for 44 years. Did history repeat itself in Algeria's 3-3 draw with Austria on Sunday?

Why Carney Is Celebrating Canada's Last-Minute HEROICS

World Cup attendance: The potential 2028ers

Josh Shapiro and Marco Rubio have got World Cup fever.

Olympic Gymnast CALLS OUT USA Gymnastics After Injury Silence

Two years after her Olympic dream ended with a knee injury, six-time World medalist Shilese Jones spoke out about heartbreak, physical hurdles, and alleged lack of support from USA Gymnastics.

How the World Cup Round of 32 Just Got COMPLICATED

Here is a quick preview of the Round of 32 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Games runs from Sunday through Friday in what has become an elimination tournament.

The UNDERDOG Who Just Won Golf's Biggest Women's Championship

Haeran Ryu wins 2026 KPMG Women's PGA Championship by two strokes over Ina Yoon for her first major championship victory and fourth victory on the LPGA Tour.

The Horse Everyone's Betting Will DOMINATE the Breeders Cup

Magnitude is the early favorite for the $7 million Breeders' Cup Classic after a powerful score in the Stephen Foster Stakes at Churchill Downs.

Blue Jays Reveal When Their $92 Million Star Might RETURN

The Toronto Blue Jays’ Ross Atkins offered a timeline on a former All-Star’s after an unfortunate injury setback.

The Forgotten Heroes Making World Cup History That Nobody's TALKING About

Canada are making history at this World Cup with a run that is likely to change the face of football in the country forever.

The World Cup LOSS So Humiliating It Triggered a Presidential Investigation

South Korea was eliminated after missing out on a spot among the eight best third-placed teams.

The CURSE That Haunts Every Heisman Winner the Following Season

Curt Cignetti turned to Josh Hoover to take over for Heisman-winning and national championship quarterback Fernando Mendoza to run the Indiana Hoosiers’ offense in 2026.

Why the New World Cup Format Has ZERO Jeopardy

New format, new teams and fascinating storylines. But did the new World Cup group stage really work?

What Happened at AEW Forbidden Door That Has Wrestling BUZZING

Mercedes Mone and Will Ospreay punched their tickets to All In at AEW Forbidden Door with wins in the Owen Hart Cup Finals.

Why Chelsea Wants a Player Named After ANOTHER Player

Chelsea has been strongly linked with a move for Sunderland midfielder Granit Xhaka as Xabi Alonso reshapes the Blues.

Why Barcelona Is Suddenly DESPERATE for This Premier League Star

FC Barcelona has reignited its interest in potentially signing Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane by opening transfer talks.

The Two MLB Players About to Hit HOME RUNS Tonight

Find out which two young outfielders in dreamy hitting conditions and favorable matchups have the most alluring home run bets on today’s Major League Baseball slate.

The Beer That United Three World Cup RIVALS

A trio of craft breweries from the global soccer event's three host nations are using the tournament to brew something increasingly rare: cross-border solidarity.

Atletico Madrid Names Its FINAL PRICE for Barcelona's Target

Atletico Madrid have named their final asking price for FC Barcelona when it comes to trying to sign Julian Alvarez this summer,

The World Cup's New Rule Has Everyone FURIOUS—Except One Very Rich Guy

FIFA says hydration breaks protect players from heat. They also create new annoying commercial breaks—and fans are calling foul.

The Cubs Slugger Who Just Got CUT Again

A former Chicago Cubs infielder has been released by a National League club after an untenable performance this season.

3 Dynasty Fantasy Football Wide Receivers To Trade FOR

These are the top trade targets that dynasty fantasy football managers should be looking at right now before Week 1 kicks off.

The Blue Jays Move That Has Everyone CONFUSED

Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider revealed a lingering “soreness” after Addison Barger made an abrupt appearance.

What Cowboys Cheerleaders Really Think About World Cup FAME

As the Netflix show following their lives returns, the squad open up about their new-found fame.

FC Barcelona's First Opponent for 2026/2027 Just REVEALED

FC Barcelona's first opponent of the 2026/2027 season has been revealed ahead of preseason camp starting on July 13.

Why Serena Williams Is Coming BACK — After Everyone Thought She Was Done

The tennis legend sat down with ESPN’s Mailika Andrews about her surprising comeback to professional tennis and original plan to come back and play doubles with her sister, Venus Williams.

The WWE Upset That Just DESTROYED Months of Storylines

WWE finally put a world championship on Sami Zayn and completely refreshed the main event on Raw and SmackDown in the process.

How Small Agencies Are BEATING the Giants in NBA Deals

Glushon Sports Management, LIFT Sports Management and Life Sports Management have all succeeded as independent sports agencies

The Most Important Packers: No. 30 — Trey Smack

The Green Bay Packers are hoping rookie Trey Smack can help solve their kicking woes of recent seasons.

Why Serena Williams Is Coming Out of RETIREMENT for This One Match

With a win Williams Tuesday, would become the fourth-oldest woman to win a main-draw match in the Open Era. Martina Navratilova was the oldest (47) at Wimbledon in 2004.

Why England's Ben Stokes Just Said 'I'm DONE' Forever

England captain Ben Stokes has rejects suggestions he could reverse his international retirement for next year's Ashes, saying he is "done".

They Were Bitter RIVALS on the Court — Now They're Fighting Something Bigger

They were the women's tennis champions of their generation. Now, Chris Evert and Martina Navratilova open up about friendship, cancer and retirement in the documentary Chris & Martina: The Final Set.

The F1 Standings After Austria — Who's SURGING and Who's Falling Behind

Here's how the F1 standings look after round eight of the 2026 season in Spielberg, Austria.

F1 Austria: The Race That Started THRILLING, Then Fell FLAT

A heatwave, engine upgrades, plus power levels for the next two seasons.

The NBA Players Who Just Got Caught in a GAMBLING Scandal

Former NBA players Malik Beasley and Edward Davis were indicted for an alleged sports gambling scheme.

The Secret Maddy Cusack Kept That May Have Cost Her LIFE

The former Sheffield United player had feared being ridiculed and stigmatised, her inquest hears.

How Junior Caminero Just Powered the Rays Back to FIRST Place

In addition to blasting seven homers the past six games, Junior Caminero has driven in 15 runs in helping lead the Rays back to the top of the AL East.

Pacers Exercise Team Option on Micah Potter, Give Jalen Slawson Qualifying Offer

The Indiana Pacers plan to exercise the team option in the contract of center Micah Potter and send two-way wing Jalen Slawson a qualifying offer.

What Enzo Maresca Will Do to Manchester City — The TRANSFORMATION Begins

Manchester City has confirmed the appointment of Enzo Maresca as Pep Guardiola's replacement in a move that had been a long time coming.

The Five NBA Decisions That Will Define NEXT Season

With free agency about to begin, here are the decisions bound to have the biggest impact on what happens during the 2026-27 NBA season.

Why Osaka Wore a Kimono to Wimbledon — And What It MEANS

Naomi Osaka has long been renowned for dazzling crowds with her on-court outfits - but making that compatible with Wimbledon's all-white dress code required special inspiration.

The 'HATE' Message Blue Jays Just Sent as Bo Bichette Returns

Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider offered a candid response on the return of his former franchise shortstop after a New York Mets defection.

The Internet Nightmare That Just Made $330 MILLION

Kane Parsons’ Backrooms is reportedly coming soon to digital streaming as the A24 horror thriller continues its blockbuster run at the worldwide box office.

Why Eisenberg Just Refused to Play Zuckerberg AGAIN

Jesse Eisenberg opened up to Variety about what it was like turning down the opportunity to return as Facebook mastermind Mark Zuckerberg in Aaron Sorkin’s “The Social Network” sequel, “The Social Reckoning.” “It’s an honor to speak to Aaron in any capacity, because he’s so articulate and charming and so bright,” Eisenberg told Variety at […]

James Norton Takes On Shakespeare's Most TORTURED Character

James Norton is set to play the title role in a new London West End production of “Hamlet,” directed and conceived by Thomas Ostermeier. Producers Wessex Grove and Gavin Kalin Productions are bringing the show to the West End in fall 2027. A theater and specific dates are yet to be confirmed. The staging will […]

The Epic Political Thriller That Marks Poliakoff's TV RETURN

Stephen Poliakoff, the acclaimed multi-BAFTA and Emmy-winning writer, is set to return to large-scale television with the newly-announce “The Order,” an international political thriller set in the months leading up to and during the The Great Siege of Malta in 1565. The eight-part series was announced by Malta Film Commissioner Johann Grech at the Mediterrane […]

The BET Awards Moments Everyone Is TALKING About

The BET Awards 2026 are in full swing, taking place on Sunday evening at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. Among early winners at the ceremony include Kehlani and Leon Thomas, who took home best female and male R&B/pop artist, respectively. Janet Jackson was on hand to present Teyana Taylor with the Icon of the […]

Bill Maher to Receive Mark Twain Prize at Kennedy Center

Mr. Maher, a frequent critic of President Trump, is receiving a top comedy award at the institution that once bore the president’s name.

What Rhaenyra and Daemon Just Did Will CHANGE Everything in Season 3

SPOILER ALERT: This article contains spoilers for Season 3, Episode 2 of “House of the Dragon,” now streaming on HBO Max. “House of the Dragon” fans have had a week to accept the death of Jace Targaryen (Harry Collett), but at the top of this week’s episode of the “Game of Thrones” prequel, his tragic passing […]

Why Bollywood's Biggest Studio Just Made a Surprising VERTICAL Move

Yash Raj Films has made a strategic investment in Rusk Media, the digital-first entertainment company behind the Alright! TV platform that specializes in original content for Gen Z and Gen Alpha audiences, as the Bollywood major moves to establish a foothold in India’s fast-growing vertical content economy. Financial terms were not disclosed. The collaboration will […]

The ALL-STAR Moment That Left Lauryn Hill Speechless at the BET Awards

Lauryn Hill was honored with the Living Legend Icon Award as well as a very robust all-star performance featuring Doechii, Nas, Doja Cat, SZA, Common and Queen Latifah, among many others, at the BET Awards 2026. Ice Cube introduced the megawatt tribute by giving Hill her flowers. “One of the greatest voices in Black music […]

What John Oliver Just EXPOSED About Trump and Fox News' Wildest Conspiracy

On Sunday night, John Oliver took aim at Trump’s sparsely attended Great American State Fair before focusing his ire on Trump’s other recent catastrophe: the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. “Trump’s renovation of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool continues to be an absolute trainwreck,” offered the “Last Week Tonight” host. “It’s been plagued by enormous pools […]

Why Hollywood Is IGNORING Amazon's Massive Entertainment Event

Amazon's first annual festival for fans included everything from a red carpet to a surprise performance from J-Lo. Everything, that is, except for the traditional press.

The Bizarre New GIG John Oliver Just Accepted

After going nuclear on President Trump and Fox News’ Jesse Watters for spreading conspiracy theories about vandals harming the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool and previously announcing a three-episode arc on the ABC soap “General Hospital,” John Oliver revealed on Sunday’s “Last Week Tonight” that he’ll also be appearing in a week of episodes on the […]

The SHOCKING Twist That Just Changed 'House of the Dragon' Forever

Rhaenyra and Team Black declare victory as Team Green's hold on King's Landing falters in 'House Of The Dragon' Season 3, Episode 2.

Why 'Toy Story 5' Just Lost to a Film You've NEVER Heard Of

Bona Film Group’s historical war epic “Crossing” captured the top spot at the mainland China box office during the June 26–28 weekend, opening with RMB79.3 million ($11.7 million), according to data from Artisan Gateway. Commemorating the 90th anniversary of the Long March, the film has brought its cumulative total to $12.8 million. Directed by Xu […]

Jeremy Clarkson's Next Move Will Keep Him on TV for YEARS

Jeremy Clarkson is set to return for more episodes of “Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?” and spin-off “Millionaire Hot Seat” following news he is in remission from cancer. U.K. network ITV has ordered 15 episodes of the flagship quiz show as well as 20 episodes of the “Hot Seat” spin-off, which launched in January […]

John Oliver's SURPRISING New Gig on Daytime Television

Late-night host John Oliver is headed to daytime. The “Last Week Tonight” host will guest star on the long-running daytime soap opera “General Hospital” in a three-episode storyline, which will air July 2, 3 and 6. Oliver announced the casting on the June 28 episode of “Last Week Tonight” after previously voicing his interest to […]

How This Director's Grandmother INSPIRED Her Feel-Good Comedy Hit

Feel-good comedy “Agnes & Amir,” which had its world premiere on Sunday at the Munich Film Festival, probably wouldn’t have happened if it hadn’t been for the grandmother of director Helena Hufnagel. The film was inspired by the true story of a 101-year-old Berlin woman, Agnes, and a young, gay Iranian refugee, Amir. In order […]

The 12 Asian Filmmakers Who Just Won Major FUNDING

The Asian Cinema Fund (ACF), the film production support program operated through the Busan International Film Festival’s industry market, has named 12 projects as its 2026 recipients, selected from 798 total submissions across three funding streams. The 12 selections – three for script development, two for post-production and seven for documentary production – represent seven […]

The Thriller That Just Dethroned Toy Story 5 in KOREA

Disney and Pixar’s “Toy Story 5” maintained its hold on the top spot at the South Korean box office during the weekend of Jun. 26–28. According to data from KOBIS, the tracking service operated by the Korean Film Council, the blockbuster animation pulled in $3.3 million from 502,939 admissions over the three-day window, securing a […]

Why ATEEZ's New EP Is Anything But BAD

K-pop superstars ATEEZ released their 14th EP, Golden Hour : Part 5, on June 26, with their lead single, "BAD," which featured Hollywood actress Chase Infiniti.

Why This Hollywood Star Just Relisted Her Home After Her COMEBACK

Actress Elisha Cuthbert is again trying to sell her luxurious L.A. pad for nearly $2.1 million— weeks after making a sudden return to acting following a long hiatus.

The Star-Studded Cast Joining London's Most MYSTERIOUS Play

Eight new performers have joined the West End run of “White Rabbit Red Rabbit” at London’s Duchess Theatre, with Christopher Eccleston, Mel Giedroyc, Steve Pemberton, Munya Chawawa, Nish Kumar, Adam Buxton, John Bradley and Ginger Johnson added to the Monday-evening residency running until Nov. 2. Chawawa takes the stage on Aug. 3; Johnson on Aug. […]

Ryan Seacrest Just Sold His Napa Estate for HOW MUCH?

Ryan Seacrest has officially offloaded his 40-acre California estate for $18.5 million—two years after listing the stunning Napa Valley property for the much higher price of $22 million.

How Spielberg PREDICTED Our Reality Crisis 25 Years Ago

Humanoid robots are not very punctual. Sci-fi movies have been warning of their impending arrival for decades, and yet clankers with faces so far remain stuck on the fringes of the AI era. Of course, not all sci-fi films promise too much too soon, only to end up looking silly when the future becomes the present. By setting his 2001 opus, A.I.: Artificial Intelligence, in the comfortably distant 22nd century, Steven Spielberg avoided incorrectly predicting how technology would unfold in his lifet

Venice Festival Opens With Restored Film by CONTROVERSIAL Director

The upcoming Venice Film Festival has set the world premiere of the restored version of 1967 cult movie “Deadly Sweet,” directed by Italian softcore erotic movies maestro Tinto Brass, as its pre-opening event. The new digital 4k version of “Deadly Sweet,” which stars Jean-Louis Trintignant and Sweden’s Ewa Aulin, has been restored by Rome’s Centro […]

'Spirited Away' Stage Show Announces Global TOUR

GHIBLI GOES GLOBAL Toho Co., Ltd. has unveiled a 2026–2028 world tour of its stage adaptation of Studio Ghibli’s Oscar-winning animated feature “Spirited Away,” including a return engagement at London’s Coliseum in spring 2028. The production will open at the National Theater, Taipei in December, move through a national Japan tour beginning in Tokyo from […]

How a Michael Jackson Movie Just Shattered EVERY Box Office Record

The Michael Jackson movie was questioned by critics but has been a hit with fans around the world.

Why Humans Are CRUSHING Netflix's Algorithm at Picking What You Watch

For all the energy that Netflix and other streaming services invest in guessing exactly what you’ll want to watch, they can be pretty bad at it. After all, how many evenings have you spent aimlessly clicking around on your Roku or Fire TV, eyes glazed as yet another algorithmically served autoplay trailer tries in vain to break through the din? As analysis paralysis sets in, you realize that your time spent deciding what to watch now limits what you actually have time to watch before you have to

BBC's LANDMARK Series on Jesus—What Made Them Finally Do It

The BBC is experiencing a “come to Jesus” moment. That’s not a reference to any self-reflection the corporation may have undergone in light of the many scandals it has faced over the past decade, but a new historical docuseries it has commissioned about the life of Jesus Christ. Set to land on the BBC’s broadcast […]

The British Icon Who Made Self-Sufficiency GLAMOROUS Is Gone

The beloved actress starred in classic British sitcoms The Good Life and To The Manor Born.

Why Supergirl Could Save DC's UNIVERSE

Despite the criticisms towards the new film, Supergirl's origin story and Milly Alcock's role has been praised, revealing just how important Kara is in this DC universe.

Why Streamers Are Ditching Dating Shows for SCRIPTED Romance

Streaming platforms are smitten with romance – predominantly the scripted kind. New research from Ampere Analysis shows that 83% of first-run romance commissions in the first half of 2026 were scripted. Of those, 40% were adapted from books, which has been the case since 2025 (since 2023 the number of book adaptations has increased by […]

The Sex Icon Who Says the Internet RUINED Everything

The 1970s porn actress turned New York City late night public access queen says censorship and a lack of star quality among modern adult entertainers turned her off of the industry.

Every Brand Collaboration BTS Made Since Their COMEBACK

Global superstars BTS are a money-making machine, with multiple brands wanting to collaborate with the popular group and members. Here are all their current collabs.

Why 'FROM' Season 4 Ended Up Being So DISAPPOINTING

The Season 4 finale of MGM's 'From' was a riveting watch, but it underscores how thin the season was as a whole.

The Werewolf Movie That Could Make You Fear the FULL Moon Again

There doesn’t need to be a full moon for this creature to arrive. Universal has released the trailer for “Werewulf,” which will debut in theaters on Dec. 25. The logline reads, “In 13th-century England, a mysterious creature stalks a foggy countryside as local folklore becomes a terrifying reality for the villagers.” The trailer teases Aaron […]

The Streaming Platform That's Turning Your Phone SIDEWAYS — And Changing Everything

House of Reux is launching ThumFlix, a mobile-first vertical streamer, while adding four international titles and a new India co-production to its slate. ThumFlix, set to launch later this year from the Atlanta-based company, will carry premium short-form scripted content and is intended to open new monetization and distribution channels for independent filmmakers worldwide. The […]

The Art of the Perfect GOODBYE — Why Ending TV Shows Is So Hard

Ending any story is hard, but that's especially true of mystery-packed TV shows. Series like Lost initially hook viewers with constantly building secrets and questions, to the point that they can often seem incomprehensible. But the promise is that it will all pay off in the end - a feat that few shows ultimately manage. This creates tension as viewers try to put all of the pieces together while hoping that the show's creators know what they're doing in the long run. The latest example is From o

The Personal Treasures Boy George Is Finally Letting GO

Over 350 items from the famed singer and style icon are up for bidding through Julien’s Auctions on July 14.

Kevin Spacey Reveals Where His Career Is REBOUNDING After Trials

Kevin Spacey told Bill Maher that he is reemerging from Hollywood jail after his career was derailed by dozens of accusations of sexual misconduct and harassment. “I feel much more welcomed, and I think that things are moving in the direction that we hoped they were moving in,” Spacey said on Maher’s “Club Random” podcast. […]

The Iranian Director Reveals Why Young Iranians Are Turning AWAY From Religion

Iranian auteur Nader Saeivar – who has been collaborating with Jafar Panahi since 2017 – will soon be at the Karlovy Vary Film Festival with Berlin-set drama “Hijamat” that centers around a man named Karam, whose secret romantic relationship with a man sends shockwaves through his deeply religious Muslim family. Saeivar, who won the best […]

Dan and Phil on Going on Tour After FINALLY Revealing Their Relationship

Last fall, Dan Howell and Phil Lester broke the internet. In a 46-minute video titled “Are Dan and Phil in a Relationship? The Truth,” the OG British YouTubers finally revealed — after 16 years of speculation — that they’re a couple, and have been since they started making videos together in 2009. The news made […]

Salman Rushdie to Receive Honor Decades After the Fatwa That Changed EVERYTHING

Salman Rushdie, the Booker Prize-winning author of “Midnight’s Children” and “The Satanic Verses,” will be presented with Liberatum’s 14th Cultural Honor at a ceremony in London on July 8. The event simultaneously marks the international cultural diplomacy organization’s 25th anniversary. Liberatum, founded in 2001, positions the honor as both a tribute to Rushdie’s literary legacy […]

The Best Movies of 2026 So Far and Where to WATCH Them

Now is a good time to catch up on films you may have missed. Our critics have thoughts.

What Went CATASTROPHICALLY Wrong With the 'Supergirl' DISASTER

Supergirl is putting up terrible box office numbers, and there are many, many reasons why this all went very wrong.

Why Asian Music Fans Are No Longer Just Buying TICKETS

Each year, Taiwan’s Golden Melody Festival conferences, which take place before the Golden Melody Awards, bring together local and international music industry experts across a series of keynotes and panels covering topics ranging from the global market and music production to extended economic value and industry trends. The festival’s first market presentation, titled “The Rise […]

The SWAT Spinoff That Just Found Its Surprising New Home

“S.W.A.T. Exiles” has officially found a network home, with Starz picking up the spinoff series in the U.S. The 10-episode series, which will see Shemar Moore return as Daniel “Hondo” Harrelson, will premiere on Starz on Sept. 25. Series producer Sony Pictures Television has also secured distribution deals for the series across every major region, […]

The Short Film at Annecy That EVERYONE Is Talking About

The Annecy Animation Festival’s 2026 edition was one of records. Badge holders hit 19,100, an all time high and a signal of animation’s dramatic growth, up from 7,100 accredited attendees in 2013.  Meanwhile, during Annecy, on June 24 France bore the brunt of its hottest day on record. Annecy is already the most physically demanding of […]

The SOPRANOS Box Set With Secrets Fans Have Never Seen Before

More than two decades after Tony Soprano first walked into Dr. Melfi’s office, “The Sopranos” is getting the collector’s treatment. Warner Bros. will release a limited-edition 4K box set of the hit show on Dec. 8. The new box set, available to pre-order now, includes all 86 episodes of David Chase’s acclaimed series, newly remastered […]

Why Michael Jackson's Follow-Up to THRILLER Is Suddenly Surging Again

Decades after its release, Michael Jackson's Bad, his Thriller follow-up, rises to a new peak on Billboard's Top Album Sales chart.

The Best Albums of 2026 (So Far)

Dear 2026: You seem pretty rad, for a year so potentially in malaise. At least, that’s the way we feel every time we turn off the news and turn on the music that takes us away from all that. The best albums from the first half of 2026 didn’t always shut out the outside world […]

'Backrooms' Extended Version Coming to Theaters With 15 Minutes of Bonus Footage

“Backrooms,” A24’s surprise horror hit, is looking to scare up more business over the July 4th holiday. The indie studio is re-releasing “Backrooms” with 15 minutes of bonus footage in a bid to bring back fans. In a listing on AMC’s website, the film has been rechristened the “Backrooms: Everything Must Go Edition.” The exhibitor […]

The $100 Million DISASTER That DC Studios Desperately Wants You to Forget

In “Supergirl,” a melodramatic cover of Jimmy Eat World’s “The Middle” scores a climactic battle sequence, with the song’s lyrics meant to offer encouragement to the plucky heroine: “Hey, don’t write yourself off yet…” Yet the initial box office results for “Supergirl” would suggest that audiences are, in fact, writing off the film — and […]

Bruno Mars Just Made HISTORY on a Chart He's Dominated for Weeks

"I Just Might" by Bruno Mars now stands alone as the fifth-longest-running No. 1 of all time on Billboard's Hot R&B Songs chart with 23 weeks ruling the roster.

The Backstreet Boys Are BACK — And the Charts Prove It

"Bottle Up," the new single by the Backstreet Boys, debuts on multiple Billboard charts in America. The tune ties as the band's worst performer on one radio roster.

Mara Brock Akil on Her Debut Novel and the HEALING Journey Behind It

Mara Brock Akil, award-winning showrunner and creator of Girlfriends, Netflix’s hit show Forever, and more, is a master at world-building, and now she’s expanding her talents with her debut novel, The Revelation of Dionne Daphne.

Alicia Vikander and Aaron Taylor-Johnson Team Up for Netflix's ENIGMA

Alicia Vikander is set to star alongside Aaron Taylor-Johnson in the “Enigma Variations” TV series at Netflix, Variety has confirmed. The show was originally reported to be in the works at Netflix in January 2025, with the streamer picking it up to series in March 2026 with Taylor-Johnson in the lead role. The show is […]

Why Harry STILL Can't Bring Meghan and the Kids to Britain

Despite arguments over security, Prince Harry is still expected to bring his wife and children to the UK.

Peacock Just Made a Deal That Could Change Where You STREAM

Now you can subscribe to Peacock through YouTube to get a slew of entertainment and sports from NBC, Bravo, Telemundo and more, directly through the YouTube app. Peacock’s Premium Plus tier, priced at $16.99/month, is now available as a subscription through YouTube Primetime Channels in the U.S. It’s the priciest Peacock package, which includes limited […]

The Painstaking Craft Behind Wildwood's Stop-Motion WORLD

Director Travis Knight is also the creative mind behind 2016's Oscar-nominated Kubo and the Two Strings.