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'It's completely out of bounds': Democrat launches Linda McMahon impeachment effort
Bonamici wants to impeach over McMahon's dismantling the Education Department.
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'Maddie's Secret' won't be one for long — it's the indie arrival of the year
Writing, directing and starring in his own magnificent obsession, John Early feels like a cinematic heir to John Waters, Todd Haynes and Douglas Sirk.
California
'The Bear' at closing time: Ayo Edebiri and Jeremy Allen White reflect on five seasons
The actors at the center of Christopher Storer's FX series discuss the finale, what it means to leave their characters behind and what they imagine for the Bear and its crew.
Technology
12 New Albums You Should Listen to Now: Beth Orton, Chanel Beads, and More
Stream new releases from Beth Orton, Chanel Beads, and Maxo Kream
Culture
18 Luminous Photos of a Young Penélope Cruz
As the Spanish Oscar winner’s latest release, “The Invite,” arrives in theaters, we revisit her rise from teenage talent to international star.
News
74-year-old man convicted of killing wife becomes the oldest inmate executed in modern Florida history
74-year-old man convicted of killing wife becomes the oldest inmate executed in modern Florida history
Culture
95 Percent of Museums’ Collections Are Hidden from View. Is “Open Storage” a Real Solution—or a Cop-Out?
A new anthology captures debates on the politics of storage.
Science
988’s LGBTQ+ hotline to relaunch this year. But the group that helped start it might be excluded
The Trump administration is moving to restart the specialized LGBTQ+ option for youth who contact the 988 crisis line, but the group that helped pioneer the idea is being shut…
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A Minnesota man accused in a $250M fraud scheme has been taken into custody in Somalia
Authorities say a Minnesota man charged with orchestrating a $250 million fraud scheme has been taken into custody in Somalia
Global
A Moroccan court sentences 29 prominent people in major drug trafficking and corruption case
A Moroccan court has sentenced 29 people, including politicians and business figures, in a major drug trafficking and corruption case
Culture
A Mystery Seller Will Offer $60 M. in Art and Design at Sotheby’s, Including Works by Canaletto, Degas, Guardi, Fragonard, and Picasso
A series of four sales in New York in October is expected to bring in excess of $60 million for 600 objects.
Culture
A Rediscovered, Restored Early Rembrandt Comes to Sotheby’s at $15.9 M., Possibly Joining His Priciest Works at Auction
Newly revealed imagery suggests the artist intended the painting to carry a message of religious tolerance.
Culture
A Strawberry Full Moon Is Coming—Here’s What It Means for Every Star Sign
The strawberry full moon in Capricorn rises on June 29—and heralds a moment when practicality clashes with passion.
Markets
A Super Yacht Armada Came to Miami, Leaving a Marine Graveyard in Its Wake
Not far from the super yachts docked outside the island palaces of Miami’s new billionaire class, smaller boats abandoned by people who couldn’t afford them languish in Biscayne Bay. Since October, Miami Beach police have identified and removed about 140 …
News
A deadlocked jury in the Palisades Fire trial leaves attorneys weighing next steps
A jury is deadlocked in the trial of Jonathan Rinderknecht, who is accused of starting the deadly 2025 Palisades Fire in Los Angeles
Markets
A fistful of dollars: five reasons why the U.S. currency is rising
With a peace agreement in place to end the war in the Gulf, investors might have been fogiven for the dollar’s flight-to-safety trade to fade. However, the dollar has confounded expectations and sits at its high for the year almost.
Technology
A historic heat wave catches Europe's fashion industry unprepared
Paris Fashion Week Men’s became a test of fashion’s relationship with heat
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A historic heat wave catches Europe's fashion industry unprepared
Paris Fashion Week Men’s became a test of fashion’s relationship with heat
Science
A little bird told her: scientist wins $100,000 prize for decoding birdsong
Julie Elie worked out how zebra finches announce who they are, what they are doing and use individual signatures A scientist who decoded the dictionary that a bird uses to communicate has won a $100,000 prize for making progress towards a world in which humans can talk to the animals – without being met with a blank response. Dr Julie Elie at the University of California, Berkeley, was awarded the 2026 Coller-Dolittle prize for two-way interspecies communication after working out the 11 core calls in the zebra finch vocabulary and their meanings. Continue reading...
California
A mesmerizingly vulnerable Angelina Jolie fails to fully redeem 'Couture'
Set during a busy Paris Fashion Week, the movie threads together the stories of three working women whose interior lives only sometimes register.
Markets
A relative offered me a $25,000 loan, but wants a lien on my house. Are they taking advantage of me?
“He also wants me to downsize and move.”
Culture
A ‘Lucky’ Orange Handbag Designed by Fiancée of Knicks Star Karl Anthony-Towns Heads to the Guggenheim
Tired of winning yet?
Technology
A24 Explains Why AI Deal With Google Exists: ‘We’d Rather Have a Seat at the Table Than on the Sidelines’
A24 explained its research partnership with Google’s DeepMind unit as a bid to have “a seat at the table“ in Hollywood’s reckoning with AI after fans pelted the independent studio with criticism for embracing the technology. “This is a research partnership,” A24 communications rep Sophia Shin said about the deal in a statement first reported by […]
Culture
ATEEZ Competes for Chase Infiniti’s Hand in ‘BAD’ Music Video — But She Gets the Last Laugh
The action-packed visual arrives alongside the band's new mini-album, GOLDEN HOUR: Part.5 .
Technology
ATF cancels phone tracking contract after lawmakers raise concerns
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives has canceled its contract for a surveillance tool that allows warrantless tracking of mobile devices
Technology
Adidas, Calvin Klein and Uniqlo Ads Banned in UK Over Green Claims
The brands failed to substantiate the claims, the Advertising Standards Agency said, potentially misleading consumers.
Technology
Adult Swim Announces Cartoon Network Docuseries, Plus Two Anthology Anniversary Specials From ‘Robot Chicken’ (EXCLUSIVE)
Cartoon Network and Adult Swim have announced that for the celebration of its 35th anniversary, Cartoon Network has a five-part documentary series in production. The series, set to release in 2027, will explore the network and its idiosyncratic artists across multiple eras from the “Checkerboard· to the “Dimensional” and beyond, taking in the foundations […]
Global
Aerial footage reveals destruction in coastal Venezuela
Multi-storey buildings have collapsed in La Guaira following two major earthquakes on Wednesday.
Technology
After covering Prime Day for 36 hours over four days, this is the one thing I bought
We’ve covered so many deals during Prime Day that my head is spinning. But after four days of doing our damndest to try and help folks save money, the thing I’m most hyped for is a simple tool for fixing my most egregious mistakes. I bought a pair of Vampliers. If you’re unfamiliar, Vampliers are […] I’m ready for the Vamplier weekend. | Photo: Antonio G. Di Benedetto / The Verge We’ve covered so many deals during Prime Day that my head is spinning. But after four days of doing our damndest to try and help folks save money, the thing I’m most hyped for is a simple tool for fixing my most egregious mistakes. I bought a pair of Vampliers. If you’re unfamiliar, Vampliers are Japanese-made pliers designed for one simple task: removing stripped screws. I don’t even remember when I first heard of them, but I threw one on my wishlist long ago and
Technology
Ai Weiwei pushes Manchester’s buttons, a ceramicist makes it personal and frames get reframed – the week in art
The Chinese artist goes large on colonialism, a group show tackles a fun theme and Xanthe Somers’ stoneware fools the eye – all in your weekly dispatch Ai Weiwei: Button Up! If any artist can fill the vast home of Factory International, it’s Ai Weiwei, with an installation about world history, colonialism … and buttons. • Aviva Studios, Manchester, from 2 July to 6 September Continue reading...
Technology
Airwallex hits $11 billion valuation with $320 million raise as fintech pushes into finance run by AI agents
Airwallex raised $320 million to build the financial infrastructure powering a world where AI agents handle business payments and finance.
Culture
Alabama Man Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison on Federal Dog Fighting and Firearms Charges; 78 Dogs Rescued and “Destructive Device” Recovered
Carlton Lenard Adams, of Bessemer and Adger, Alabama, was sentenced last month to 120 months in prison after pleading guilty in January to four counts of possessing dogs for fighting purposes and two counts of possessing firearms subsequent to a felony conviction. In addition to the prison sentence, the court also yesterday imposed a restitution of $548,449 for the costs of care of 78 pit bull-type dogs rescued in this investigation. At time of rescue, 78 dogs was the second-greatest number rescued from a single defendant in any federal case.
Culture
Alan Jackson’s Final Concert: His Past Label Heads ‘Remember When’ They Worked With the Country Superstar
The star's final live show is set for Nashville's Nissan Stadium on June 27. In this week's Country Update lead story, four execs look back on his career.
Global
Alarm over ‘extreme’ sentences for anti-ICE protesters convicted of terrorism
First amendment groups call 50-to-100-year prison terms chilling as legal experts say sentences unusually long The decades-long prison sentences for a group of Texas activists convicted of terrorism and other charges in connection to a Fourth of July protest last year has caused widespread alarm, given their unusually punitive length and for the apparent harsh criminalization of protest activity under Donald Trump ’s justice department. Eight people who participated in a protest at the Prairieland ICE detention facility in Alvarado, Texas, were sentenced on Tuesday to between 50 and 100 years in prison. A ninth person, Daniel Sanchez-Estrada, the husband of one of the demonstrators, did not participate in the protest, but was sentenced to 30 years in prison after he was convicted of moving boxes containing leftwing zines and other materials after a prison phone call from his wife. Contin
Technology
Alexis Alexiou Completes Third Feature ‘Sea of Glass,’ Unveils First Look and Trailer (EXCLUSIVE)
Greek writer/director Alexis Alexiou has unveiled his third feature and his first since 2015’s award-winning “Wednesday 04.45.” “Sea of Glass,” now complete, is a country noir road movie following two women in an off-season Greek seaside resort who unexpectedly come together to confront the past, family stereotypes and the closed provincial community. The film has […]
Technology
Alicia Keys, Bruce Springsteen, Jennifer Hudson, and More to Attend Clive Davis Funeral
Kenny G, Dionne Warwick, and Barry Manilow will also be in attendance for the music mogul's ceremony
Culture
Alison Wonderland’s FIFA World Cup Honor ‘One Of The Top Moments Of My Entire Life’
The Aussie DJ and producer presented the match ball for her nation's FIFA World Cup contest with Paraguay.
Global
Americans are inundated with suspected scams. New polls show why few victims report them
Most Americans are inundated with scam attempts on a daily basis — and about 3 in 10 have personally lost money or personal information to scams, according to a new AP-NORC survey.
Culture
Ancient City of Sardis Earns UNESCO World Heritage Status After Nearly 70 Years of Excavation
The inhabitants of Sardis, capital of the Iron Age kingdom of Lydia, are widely recognized as the inventors of coinage.
Technology
Andre Agassi, Caroline Wozniacki, Genie Bouchard and James Blake Talk Memorable Tennis Matches, Personal Style and Superstitions
Ralph Lauren hosted the panel discussion at his Madison Avenue women's store on Thursday night leading up to Wimbledon.
Technology
Ann Blyth, Who Played Joan Crawford’s Daughter in ‘Mildred Pierce,’ Dies at 98
Ann Blyth, who drew a 1946 Oscar nomination for her memorable performance as the spoiled, selfish daughter of Joan Crawford’s hard-working, devoted title character in the classic film “Mildred Pierce,” died Wednesday. She was 98. KABC’s George Pennachio reported her death. The dark beauty was also noted for her roles in prison drama “Brute Force” (1947), Mario […]
Technology
Ann Blyth, teen star of 'Mildred Pierce,' dead at 98
Ann Blyth, an Oscar nominee at 17 as Joan Crawford’s wayward daughter in “Mildred Pierce” who later sang opposite Mario Lanza and Howard Keel in MGM musicals of the 1950s, has died at age 98
Technology
Ann Blyth, the Evil Daughter in ‘Mildred Pierce,’ Dies at 98
The Oscar-nominated actress also starred in 'The Helen Morgan Story' and sang in such films as 'The Great Caruso' and 'Kismet.'
Culture
Aperitivo Hour: A Garden-Inspired Lunch With Kendall Knox
Olive Ateliers founder Kendall Knox takes us behind the scenes of her citrus-themed summer party.
Technology
Appeals Court Upholds Harvey Weinstein’s L.A. Rape Conviction But Orders New Sentence
An appeals court on Friday rejected Harvey Weinstein’s bid to overturn his rape conviction in Los Angeles, but ordered a lower court judge to resentence him. Weinstein, 74, was convicted in 2022 of sexually assaulting a model at the L.A.-Italia Film Festival, and sentenced to 16 years in prison. On appeal, his lawyers argued that […]
Markets
Appellate Court Rejects EPA Bid to Ease Regulations for Coal-Fired Power Plants
A U.S. federal appeals court on Friday rejected the Environmental Protection Agency’s bid to withdraw Biden-era limits on soot pollution from coal-fired power plants and factories, in a setback for the Trump administration’s deregulatory efforts. The EPA under President Donald …
Technology
Apple increases prices for Macs and iPads, blaming a shortage of memory chips
Apple on Thursday announced an increase in prices for Macs and iPads, citing a memory chip shortage brought on by the artificial intelligence boom
Technology
Apple increases prices for Macs and iPads, blaming memory chip shortage fueled by AI
The Cupertino, California-based company called the demand spike an "unprecedented challenge" for the consumer electronics industry.
Technology
Apple’s most powerful Macs might be waiting until 2027 for big processor upgrades
Apple is expected to shake up its usual Mac silicon release strategy, with Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reporting that there won't be Pro or Max versions of the upcoming M6 chip. Instead, Apple wants to "fast-track technologies that it originally planned to release later" with the M7 launch next year. The Cupertino company will reportedly only […] Apple is reportedly skipping the M6 Pro, Max, and Ultra variants in favour of jumping to its M7 chip lineup. | Photo: Antonio G. Di Benedetto / The Verge Apple is expected to shake up its usual Mac silicon release strategy, with Bloomberg 's Mark Gurman reporting that there won't be Pro or Max versions of the upcoming M6 chip. Instead, Apple wants to "fast-track technologies that it originally planned to release later" with the M7 launch next year. The Cupertino company will reportedly only release a base model M6 chip "as early as this year,"
Culture
Ariana Grande’s Best Outfits Over the Years
The singer has enjoyed quite the dramatic style evolution—though her love for a good princess gown has always reigned supreme.
Culture
Arizona Woman Pleads Guilty to $7.7 Million Tax Refund Fraud Scheme
An Arizona woman pleaded guilty yesterday to attempting to steal more than $7.7 million in government funds by filing false tax returns with the IRS.
Technology
Asia stock markets slide as tech shares slump
Trading on South Korea's Kospi index was halted for the third time this week to prevent panic selling.
Technology
Asian shares plunge as traders sell to lock in profits after recent rallies driven by AI
Shares have tumbled in Asia, led by heavy losses in Japan and South Korea as traders sold to lock in gains from recent rallies in stocks related to artificial intelligence
Technology
Asian shares plunge as traders sell to lock in profits from latest rallies driven by boom in AI related stocks
Asian shares plunge as traders sell to lock in profits from latest rallies driven by boom in AI related stocks
Culture
At “Ian Curtis: Insight,” a Rare Archive of Joy Division’s Late Frontman
Fifty years after Joy Division formed, New Yorkers can explore rare material from the personal archive of frontman Ian Curtis—letters, handwritten lyrics, ephemera, and more.
Culture
Aubero Spring 2027 Menswear
Aubero Spring 2027 Menswear
Technology
Australia plans to strengthen laws banning children from social media
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says his government is giving priority to strengthening the world's first laws that ban children younger than 16 from social media platforms
Technology
Australian TV Host Karl Stefanovic Speaks Out After Exit From Nine Entertainment Over Tommy Robinson Podcast: ‘I’m Free, Truly Independent’
Australia’s popular “Today” TV host Karl Stefanovic has spokenn out following his exit from Nine Entertainment, posting a video to YouTube declaring himself “free, truly independent” and framing the split as a stand for editorial principle — days after an episode of his podcast “The Karl Stefanovic Show” featuring U.K. far-right agitator Tommy Robinson. “Nine […]
Technology
Australian musicians sound warning note after Nick Cave, Kylie and many more slurped into AI training tool
‘It’s all just rendered useless’, Something For Kate’s Paul Dempsey says as AI scrapes millions of songs to learn how to make music Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Paul Dempsey and Bernard Fanning are among big-name Australian musicians upset that their original songs have been found in datasets used to train artificial intelligence. A dataset search tool recently created by US publication The Atlantic reveals millions of creative works have been scraped from the internet to train the disruptive technology. Continue reading...
Science
BBC DJ and presenter Trevor Nelson taking a break from work due to health issues
The Radio 2 and 1Xtra presenter said he was now "concentrating on getting better".
Technology
BIO 2026: AI, federal policy impacts, and general vibes
What were the vibes like at BIO 2026? STAT reporters take you inside the annual industry conference on the latest episode of STATus Report.
Culture
Behold the sunbrella, fashion’s stealth accessory for a heatwave
Brollies are becoming year-round must-haves, as designers from Burberry to Blunt cater to people ducking out of the sun Don’t get Fashion Statement delivered to your inbox? Sign up here A bottle of water and a handheld fan are regularly deployed to keep cool while out and about in hot weather. With temperatures reaching record levels for June, though, a new heatwave accessory has emerged: the sunbrella. On high streets around the country, people wielding umbrellas to shield themselves from the sun have become a common sight. On Thursday, as the Austrian Grand Prix declared a heat hazard, Lewis Hamilton was spotted in the paddock holding a Ferrari red umbrella that matched his race suit. And they’re popping up on catwalks, too. At the Dior show during Paris fashion week on Wednesday, guests including the actors James Marsden and Mike Faist were handed large cream umbrellas to help ease th
Technology
Benson Boone and Alix Earle Fight Dragons, Lock Lips in ‘The Time of My Life’ Video
The theatrical video features the duo in a medieval landscape as Boone battles a broken heart
Technology
Bettina Anderson Reveals Safiyaa as Wedding Dress Designer
The socialite and influencer selected two understated custom dresses from the London luxury house that was founded by Daniela Karnuts.
Technology
Bienvenue à ‘Paris Paris,’ a Poetic Exploration of Home and Displacement (Exclusive Trailer)
Belgian documentary filmmaker Isabelle Tollenaere's fiction feature debut world premieres in the Proxima competition program of the 60th edition of the Karlovy Vary film festival.
California
Big box tinderboxes: Warehouses are exposing more Californians to costly, toxic disasters
The blaze at a massive cold-storage warehouse in Boyle Heights is simply the latest in a string of massive industrial facility fires in California.
Technology
Billionaire Leon Black defends $158M paid to Epstein: 'I knew Jekyll. I didn't know Hyde'
Billionaire investor Leon Black said Friday that Jeffrey Epstein deceived him during a yearslong relationship in which he paid the disgraced financier $158 million, but insisted he committed no criminal wrongdoing as he appeared before the House Oversight Committee.
California
Billionaire tax, affordable housing: See the measures on California’s November ballot
California voters will decide on 14 statewide policy proposals come November, including the high-stakes billionaire tax, an $11 billion affordable housing bond and voter ID requirements.
Culture
Bizarrap & Myke Towers’ ‘BZRP Music Session #42/66,’ More: Vote for the Best New Latin Music Release This Week
Which new Latin music release is your favorite? Vote below!
Technology
Bizarre questions and an all-male ‘jury’: woman strangled by US pilot in Britain tells of airbase trial
Sarah Steele waives anonymity to call for greater scrutiny of how US military courts are allowed to ‘rip apart’ vulnerable witnesses in the UK Why did a US fighter pilot avoid British trial after strangling a woman in England? Explainer: how the US bypasses British courts A woman strangled by an American fighter pilot at his home in an English city has come forward to criticise the handling of his prosecution via a US court martial, a process she described as “military first, justice second”. Sarah Steele, a British academic, has come forward to speak about the “distressing and degrading” experience she had with the US military justice system after she was assaulted by the airman in Cambridge. Continue reading...
Culture
Black women's non-profit awards grants to local Southern groups as part of joy-filled tour
Organizations supporting Black women and girls in the American South are receiving a boost this summer
Markets
Bond yields are falling as inflation pops. The Fed’s tough talk under Warsh is helping.
Kevin Warsh, the new Federal Reserve chair, is helping coax Treasury yields lower by talking tough on inflation.
Global
Boy, 14, charged with murder after body found in search for girl in south Wales
The boy was arrested after a female body was found during the search for a girl missing in south Wales.
Technology
Brad Pitt Tallies Win in Lawsuit Over Winery Fight With Angelina Jolie
The long-running case has peeled back the origins of Pitt and Jolie's divorce.
Technology
Brains break and repair DNA to grow
Newborn mice neurons can snap both DNA strands to migrate, then repair the breaks within a day. The process may be a normal part of brain development.
Culture
Brands Rewrote the Pride Playbook in 2026
Pride marketing has scaled back. But those showing up are changing tack, betting on wilder campaigns and integrated social rollouts.
Technology
Bringing Signals to NASA
Growing up on the central California coast, watching rocket launches with his father was part of Eric Fernandez’s childhood routine. Fernandez had posters of rockets on the wall, but despite being fascinated by them, he never imagined one day this would be his career. Because both of his grandparents had served at Vandenberg Air Force […]
Culture
Brooks and Capehart on progressive Democrats winning primaries
David Brooks of The Atlantic and Jonathan Capehart of MS NOW join Geoff Bennett to discuss the week in politics, including President Trump once again upending the GOP's agenda in Congress, progressives sweeping the Democratic primaries in New York and Vice President JD Vance's comments defending Richard Nixon.
Technology
Brothers are accused of mishandling remains of two dozen people at Colorado funeral home
Police have arrested two Colorado men accused of mishandling the bodies of at least two dozen people
Technology
CAPE Announces 2026 Emerging Executives Committee
The Coalition of Asian Pacifics in Entertainment (CAPE) has announced its Emerging Executives Committee for 2026. The initiative, known as CEEC, will be supported by The Asian American Foundation (TAAF) and the Robert & Lien Chen Family Foundation. CEEC aims to fast-track rising Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander assistant and coordinator-level employees to […]
California
California billionaire tax will appear on ballot after deadline for deal passes
Proposal to introduce one-time tax of 5% will go to voters in November after backers decline to withdraw measure California’s billionaire tax, explained: what you need to know California voters will get to decide in November whether billionaires should pay a one-time 5% tax, after a deadline passed on Thursday for its backers to withdraw the measure. “Enthusiasm for the billionaire tax is unlike anything we have seen before,” Debru Carthan, vice-president of the union sponsoring the measure, said during a Thursday-evening press conference. “The billionaire tax will be on the November ballot and we intend to win.” Continue reading...
California
California celebrates nearly 3.5 billion universal school meals served
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California prisons clamp down on overtime, limit access to classes for incarcerated people
California prisons are limiting access to programs for incarcerated people as the system manages it overtime budget. The state spends about $18 billion a year on corrections.
California
California unions, hospitals strike deal — but billionaire tax heads to ballot
Hospitals and a healthcare union have agreed to pull rival initiatives from the ballot, but a proposed one-time 5% tax on billionaires remains headed to November voters.
California
California voters will consider a measure in November to raise taxes on billionaires
Californians will vote in November on a controversial proposal to impose a one-time tax on billionaires to help fund federal funding cuts to healthcare for low-income people
Markets
Camp Mystic, Where Texas Floods Killed 28, Files Bankruptcy
Camp Mystic, the Texas girls youth camp where 28 people were killed in flash floods last summer, has filed for bankruptcy. The company filed for Chapter 11 in the Southern District of Texas on Wednesday, listing assets of between $1 …
Global
Canada eligible to join Eurovision competition
Prime Minister Mark Carney raised the idea of Canada joining the song contest in his 2025 budget.
Global
Canada's vacant and crumbling official residence gets a lifeline
Mark Carney has announced a fundraiser and design competition to renovate 24 Sussex, the official home of Canadian prime ministers that has stood empty after years of disrepair.
Culture
Candomblé: Sacred Rhythms in Brazil review | Ammar Kalia's global album of the month
(Flee) A treasure trove of field recordings are reshaped into pulsating floor-fillers and sparse baile funk by a range of producers The Brazilian religious and musical tradition of candomblé is a rhythmic barrage. Originating in the 19th century among enslaved west Africans, candomblé manifested in music as a ritual practice of drumming circles, where polyrhythms were hammered out to induce possession by spirits. Athens-based archival label Flee presents a treasure trove of this ceremonial music from a community in Salvador in the late 1980s, alongside a series of ingenious remixes made by contemporary artists. Side one of the album hosts the field recordings. Hazy, unbalanced and full of tape hiss, the 10 ritual compositions pull listeners into the frenetic environment in which they were recorded. It is as if we are sitting next to the tape recorder witnessing the overlapping, joyous vo
Technology
Cara Delevingne Wrote New Single ‘Need It’ Over Text With Fiona Apple
The song will appear on the upcoming debut album from Delevingne scheduled for release later this summer
Technology
Carly Rae Jepsen Is Walking ‘On Wires’ Down the Street in New Video
"On Wires" will appear on Day and Night , the Canadian singer-songwriter's first double album
Technology
Carly Rae Jepsen Wants to Be More Than Friends on New Song “On Wires”
The pop-rockish single leads her 24-track double album
Global
Carney announces contest to revamp uninhabitable Canadian PM residence
Various issues – including a rodent infestation and mould – have left the historic, sprawling Ottawa estate empty 10 Downing Street has two things: mice and a chief mouser . For more than a decade, an officially recognized feline has kept rodent infestation in the British prime minister’s residence to a minimum. Over a similar period, the official residence of Canada’s prime minister has seen an unchecked explosion of rodents. Continue reading...
Bay Area
Chanel Opens Stand-alone Boutique in Palo Alto, Calif.
Designed by Peter Marino, the boutique spans over 5,100 square feet and offers fashion, watches and fine jewelry, and fragrance and beauty.
Technology
Charli XCX Unveils Titillating New ‘Wink Wink’ Video
"Maybe I fucked your dad," Charli deadpans on the third and final single from Music, Fashion, Film
Technology
Chef Sean Brock Reveals the 5 Fats That Flavor the Essential Fried Chicken at Darling Restaurant, Why He’s Obsessed With Vinyl and His Scary Dolly Parton Story
Sean Brock might be just as consumed with vintage Southern-flavored vinyl as he is with interpreting the original flavors of the American South. In his one-year-old West Hollywood restaurant Darling, a large listening bar is centered in the middle of the airy room, the plywood shelves filled with rarities from Dolly Parton to Merle Haggard…and […]
Markets
Chemical Maker Chemours to Pay $450M to Settle ‘Forever Chemicals’ Case
The Trump administration on Wednesday reached a multi-state settlement with chemical giant Chemours Co. over years-long, illegal discharges of synthetic “forever chemicals” used to make products resistant to water, grease and stains. The settlement is the first by the federal …
Culture
Chicago Man Arrested in Connection with Planned Violent Attack at Ultimate Fighting Championship Event at White House
A Chicago man has been arrested in connection with the planned violent attack at the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) event at the White House earlier this month.
Technology
China's Zhipu is closing in on top U.S. AI models with Anthropic and OpenAI held back
Zhipu's GLM 5.2 shows the AI fight is shifting to who delivers the most intelligence per dollar, making open source suddenly a real contender.
Markets
China’s 360 Says it Has Developed Tools to Match Anthropic’s Mythos
Chinese cybersecurity firm 360 Security Technology has developed what it calls a domestic answer to Anthropic’s Mythos, it said on Wednesday, casting the U.S. model as a strategic cyber capability that China could not afford to lack. Mythos, previewed in …
Global
Chris Mason: The anatomy of the prime minister's downfall
Sir Keir, like his predecessors Liz Truss and Boris Johnson, lost the capacity to viably govern, our political editor writes.
Culture
Christie’s Lukewarm London Sale, Researchers Decipher Mount Vesuvius Scroll, and More
The researchers used machine learning to decipher the scroll.
Technology
Christmas market attacker jailed for life for murdering six in Germany
A nine-year-old and five women were killed when Taleb Al-Abdulmohsen drove into the market in 2024.
California
Cisco to lay off more than 400 workers in California
The San José tech company informed the state that the job cuts will occur in their San Francisco Bay area offices.
Culture
Committee Urges Irish Government to Establish New Laws and Policies Related to Restitution
The committee, founded in 2023, presented its final report last month.
Culture
Conservatives offer tax incentive as part of 50,000 reservist pledge
Labour accused the Conservatives of trying to "rewrite history" after making defence cuts while in power.
California
Controversial billionaire tax proposal will appear on November ballot
Proponents of a controversial billionaire tax pledge to make sure it appears on the November ballot to backfill federal healthcare funds.
Technology
Could you handle a 20-plus hour flight? This airline is banking on it
Some analysts say the first non-stop London to Sydney flight is a major milestone - but would you buy a ticket?
Technology
Crews race to find survivors in mountains of rubble after Venezuela earthquakes
The race to save lives in Venezuela is becoming a race against time. Rescue crews are digging through mountains of rubble, searching for survivors believed to be trapped after two powerful quakes struck just seconds apart. More than 900 people are confirmed dead and tens of thousands remain missing. Nick Schifrin reports.
Culture
Critic Sebastian Smee Joins The Atlantic, MIT Museum Gets I.M. Pei Archive, and More: Industry Moves for June 26, 2026
Plus, Mennour now represents artist Ruoxi Jin.
Technology
Crunchyroll Acquires ‘Kagurabachi’ Anime Series for April 2027 Release; Katsuyuki Konishi Joins Cast as Togo Shiba (EXCLUSIVE)
Crunchyroll has acquired the international streaming rights for the eagerly anticipated upcoming anime series “Kagurabachi.” Additionally, the streamer has confirmed actor Katsuyuki Konishi has joined the Japanese voice cast as Togo Shiba and unveiled a new teaser featuring a first look at the character in the “Kagurabachi” anime TV series. The previously announced cast for […]
Culture
DC reaches settlement with man who protested troops' patrol with Darth Vader song
The District of Columbia has reached a settlement agreement for an undisclosed amount of money with a resident who claims police illegally detained him for following an Ohio National Guard patrol while playing Darth Vader’s theme song from “Star Wars” ...
Technology
DGA Ratifies Four-Year Deal Meant to Protect Members’ Jobs Amid Historic Downturn
The Directors Guild of America has voted to ratify a four-year contract intended to preserve members’ jobs amid a historic downturn in film and TV production. Christopher Nolan, the DGA president, and Russell Hollander, the national executive director, told members Thursday that the contract had been approved “overwhelmingly.” “Throughout this process, our focus was clear: […]
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DGA ratifies four-year contract with major studios
The Directors Guild of America on Thursday night said its members approved a four-year contract with major studios.
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DNC plans weekend of local events to focus on affordability concerns under Trump
Two years ago, Democrats were the ones accused of being indifferent to Americans' anger about rising prices. Now they're pointing the finger at Trump, who has downplayed the impact of lingering inflation.
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DR Congo takes Rwanda to international court over decades of conflict
Kinshasa accuses its neighbour of committing various violations since the 1994 Rwanda genocide.
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David Boreanaz, Former ‘SEAL Team,’ ‘Bones’ and ‘Angel’ Star, to Keynote Italian Global Series (Exclusive)
The veteran American TV actor has signed on to star in the pilot for NBC’s 'Rockford Files' reboot as private eye James Rockford.
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Deadly Neglect Lawsuits and Fines Follow Ohio Nursing Home Chain
A pressure ulcer slowly tore open a hole in the skin over Sam Frank Ray’s tailbone, leaving his raw bone exposed over weeks to the infection that eventually killed him, according to a lawsuit his family filed late last year. …
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Debris falls after plane hits Beijing's tallest building
Social media footage showed the moment debris from a small aircraft fell to the ground after a crash into Beijing's tallest skyscraper.
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Directors Guild Ratifies Four-Year Deal With Studios
The union did not disclose what portion of its membership voted for and against the deal, but said members voted “overwhelmingly” in favor.
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Disagreements between Supreme Court justices bubble into public view as major rulings loom
The Supreme Court is handing down major opinions at a rapid clip, but even with some of the biggest decisions yet to come there are signs of tension between the justices.
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Disney Spotlights ‘Hexed’ at Annecy, Announces New Short ‘Lilo & Scratch’ – Still Starring Stitch
Disney announced Friday a new short at Annecy: “Lilo & Scratch.” “For the first time in five years, we have a new theatrical short,” said director Fawn Veerasunthorn, adding: “We are in this room because every single one of us loves animation.” It takes place shortly after the first film, and everyone’s favorite troublemaker Stitch […]
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Does the Arrival of Nike’s New Financial Sheriff Mean Conservative Guidance Ahead?
A chief financial officer transition at Nike has some on Wall Street rethinking — and lowering — future earnings per share forecasts.
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Downtown Boys: Public Luxury review – a joyful blast of bilingual political punk
(Sub Pop) The Rhode Island five-piece return with a ferocious rallying call to fight for your beliefs, with bouncing basslines, muted house chords and stomping drums Optimism might feel outdated, but Downtown Boys are proud outliers. On Public Luxury, the Rhode Island band’s third and best album, they wear their politics proudly – while bringing new ambiguity, strangeness and shadow to their passionate, sax-blasted bilingual punk. Opener No Me Jodas (Don’t Fuck With Me) comes out roaring, fists up, but gives way to a bouncing, joyous bassline: a brutal, big-hearted reminder that there’s beauty in fighting for what you believe in. In the nine years since the band’s last record, they’ve served as public defenders and co-founded the United Musicians and Allied Workers union, and the five-piece sound muscled-up, reinvigorated, by this work. Viva La Rosa kicks off like dive-bar punk, before t
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Driver in 2024 Magdeburg Christmas market attack convicted of murder and given life
A Saudi doctor has been convicted of charges including murder over the car-ramming attack on a Christmas market in the German city of Magdeburg in 2024 that left six people dead
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Dua Lipa Is Taking Her Book Club to the Next Level and Opening Her Own Library
The physical spot will reside inside Portugal’s famed Livraria Lello
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EPA touts crackdown on smuggled pesticides in L.A. visit
EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin announced a crackdown on pesticide smuggling into the United States.
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ERL Spring 2027 Ready-to-Wear
ERL Spring 2027 Ready-to-Wear
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EU Watchdog Finds ‘Large-Scale Trafficking of Textile Waste’
Around 4,200 tonnes of textile waste were illegally shipped from Italy to Turkey.
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EU unveils plan to help the bloc's overlooked islands and coastal communities
The European Union is focusing on improving transportation, ending energy isolation, and building more homes to support its islands and coastal communities
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EXCLUSIVE: Ron Johnson Bares His Feelings on Apple Stores, Steve Jobs and JCPenney
Johnson's upcoming book, "Shop Different," covers his challenges and successes at Target and Apple, and marks the first time he expounds on his truncated tenure at JCPenney.
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Edward Cuming Spring 2027 Ready-to-Wear
Edward Cuming Spring 2027 Ready-to-Wear
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Efforts To End School Vaccine Mandates Hit a Wall in Florida
The state’s campaign to end school vaccine requirements is dead for now. The reasons could offer insights into similar efforts’ chances in other states.
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El Gobernador Newsom y Líderes Legislativos anuncian un acuerdo sobre el presupuesto equilibrado para 2026-27 que asegura $0 déficit, mientras sigue financiando la atención médica y servicios esenciales
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Election worker says federal officers confronted her at polls over social media post criticizing ICE
A poll worker says two federal officers visited her at a voting location during New York’s party primaries to confront her about a social media post she’d written criticizing the ICE officer who fatally shot Renee Good in Minneapolis
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Empress Of Readies New Album Dream House
“Wild Storm” leads the LP, which reckons with the fallout from the Altadena fires that destroyed the artist’s home
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Ending Tonight: Fox One’s Prime Day Deal Lets Fans Stream the World Cup for Less
The official streaming platform for the FIFA World Cup gets a perfectly timed price drop courtesy of Amazon's sitewide sale.
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Ernest W. Baker Spring 2027 Menswear
Ernest W. Baker Spring 2027 Menswear
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Ernest W. Baker Spring 2027: Sartorial Refinement
Reid Baker and Inês Amorim mixed pared-down tailoring and bold fabrics.
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Eslabón Armado Breaks Down 5 Essential Songs From New Album ‘Nocturno’
The regional Mexican group reunites with Peso Pluma following their 2023 smash “Ella Baila Sola.”
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Estrogen patches are hard to find, and it may not be resolved any time soon
Estrogen patches are in short supply as demand for menopause treatments skyrockets, and it could take at least a year for manufacturers to catch up.
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Euclid Sees Heart of Milky Way
Euclid, an ESA (European Space Agency) mission with NASA contributions, took a new look at the heart of our Milky Way galaxy, seen in this image released on June 24, 2026. This observation overlaps with a region scientists will observe with NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, launching later this summer. This sneak peek gives […]
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Europe's deadly heatwave breaks German record and halts public events
Germany's highest ever temperature of 41.3C is recorded provisionally in Saarbrücken, over the border from France.
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Even if you're fit and young, avoid runs and too many beers in the heat, experts say
Cardiac arrests have gone up during very hot weather, and it's not just among the elderly and frail, experts are warning.
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Events like the World Cup can inspire young athletes and put parents on unfamiliar turf
The World Cup is inspiring some young people to try a new sport
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Ex-Trump adviser John Bolton pleads guilty to mishandling classified documents
Bolton faces a prison sentence of up to five years and has agreed to pay $2.25m in fine, prosecutors say.
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Ex-national security adviser John Bolton pleads guilty to illegally retaining classified information
Former Trump administration national security adviser John Bolton pleaded guilty on Friday to illegally retaining classified information, sealing a deal with federal prosecutors that could allow him to avoid a prison term.
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Executive Turntable: Cesar Gueikian Steps Down as Gibson President & CEO, Anne Rohesy Steps in As Interim
Further music industry new hires and promotions include the election of ICMP's new board and Planetary Group's expansion into Canada.
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Experience: I met my husband in the Dull Men’s Club
Luke spoke about how he irons his T-shirts and keeps a strict budget spreadsheet. I was hooked The Dull Men’s Club popped up on my Facebook feed one day in late 2023. It’s now called Banana for Scale – a reference to a running joke in the group – as there were many clubs with similar names. It’s a place for people to celebrate the ordinary things in life. Every post had this dry sense of humour, which I’m drawn to. One member regularly posts about his outings with his friend Nigel; others show off their collection of rocks. Continue reading...
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Experts say three recent powerful earthquakes are not related
5.6-magnitude California tremor, 7.2-magnitude temblor in Japan and two quakes in Venezuela all struck within hours A 5.6-magnitude earthquake struck a rural part of northern California on Wednesday. Hours later, a 7.2-magnitude earthquake hit the northern coast of Japan and two powerful earthquakes rocked Venezuela in a devastating mass casualty event. The tremors happened in the span of eight hours, prompting online speculation over whether they were related. Continue reading...
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Extradited Canadian American Man Pleads Guilty for Role in Deadly Alien Smuggling Conspiracy
A dual Canadian American citizen who was extradited from Canada pleaded guilty today for his role in a human smuggling conspiracy that resulted in the deaths of a family, including two children under the age of three, in the St. Lawrence River.
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Exuberance over earnings is becoming a problem for the stock market, according to this Wall Street veteran
Optimism about corporate profits often comes before a fall, says Jim Paulsen
Science
FDA to discuss easing restrictions on peptides despite safety concerns
Committee will meet in July to discuss peptides now sold in gray market despite limited evidence of safety and efficacy Advisers to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will soon hold a meeting about whether to ease restrictions on access to some research peptides, a group of drugs with a zealous following and thin evidence to support them. If restrictions are eased, US compounding pharmacies would be able to produce and fill prescriptions for Americans – a change that would effectively legalize a thriving gray market. Continue reading...
Technology
Fear grips Haitian communities after Supreme Court ruling unwinds protection from deportation
Fear is ricocheting through Haitian communities across the United States after the Supreme Court decided to allow the Trump administration to end legal protections for migrants fleeing violence and natural disasters
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Fed’s Kashkari now projects one interest-rate hike this year. Here’s what changed his mind.
Doubts over the U.S.-Iran peace deal and the AI buildup mean a rate hike is possible, the Minneapolis Fed president says.
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Feel-Good Comedy ‘Agnes & Amir’ Picked Up by Beta Cinema Ahead of Munich Film Festival Premiere (EXCLUSIVE)
Beta Cinema has picked up international sales rights to feel-good comedy “Agnes & Amir” ahead of its premiere on Sunday at the Munich Film Festival. The film, directed by Helena Hufnagel, is based on a true story. The film follows Iranian Amir, who is waiting to hear if his refugee status in Germany will be […]
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Final Emmy Nominations Predictions via Feinberg Forecast
The Hollywood Reporter's executive editor of awards coverage shares his projected nominees, alternates, potential surprises and "shoulda been a contenda" selections for 63 categories.
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Fire Extinguished at Monroe Energy’s Jet Fuel Refinery in Pennsylvania
A fire was extinguished in a process unit pump room at Monroe Energy’s 190,000-barrel-per-day refinery in Trainer, Pennsylvania, on Thursday, the company said in a statement. The exact cause of the fire is unclear at this time, the company said, …
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Florida Citizens Clarifies What is ‘Comparable Coverage’ in HO, DP Policies
Carriers making takeout offers for Florida Citizens Property Insurance policies have often run into a question: What exactly constitutes “comparable coverage?” That has posed some issues in Citizens’ personal lines clearinghouse platform, the Florida Association of Insurance Agents’ Dave Newell …
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Forget Butter Yellow—It’s a Sky Blue Mani Summer
Whether you prefer a classic coat of color or fun designs like polka dots and florals, sky blue is the perfect shade for a summer manicure.
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Former executive sues Meta over attempts to 'silence' her memoir, 'Careless People'
A former Meta executive whose memoir, “Careless People,” provides an explosive insider account of her time at the social media giant, has sued the company for attempting to “silence” her
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Four men held over child marriage in Sierra Leone appear in landmark court case
It relates to a 17-year-old girl - four men including her father and husband face years in jail if convicted.
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France Seizes ‘Shadow Fleet’ Tanker, Stepping Up Pressure on Russia
France’s navy seized another tanker it said was linked to Russia’s “shadow fleet” on Thursday, underscoring the escalation this year in European efforts to enforce sanctions and squeeze one of Moscow’s main revenue streams. Nine suspected shadow fleet tankers, vessels …
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From Phoebe Bridgers to Sombr, Which New Music Release Is Your Favorite This Week? Vote!
Gracie Abrams, Steve Lacy and SZA are also back with new tracks.
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From cheap transport to football geekery: how Zohran Mamdani won the World Cup
The New York City mayor has made his mark on the tournament to cap an extraordinary run of sporting success over the last few months A stunning evening sun was setting behind Union City on Wednesday. It made it slightly harder to see the giant screen that had been set up for the Brazil v Scotland watch party in Hudson River Park, but not enough to ruin the vibe of a New York City World Cup evening. Partly it didn’t matter because the clutch of Brazilians watching the game, kitted out in canary yellow and “100% Jesus” headbands, were already in full samba mode, given how comfortable their 3-0 win was . But mainly it was because this was a beautiful World Cup moment. This is my eighth World Cup. The outdoor screening, combined with the gentle breeze off the Hudson – I had already navigated the hubbub in Times Square, colonised by chanting Germans and flag-waving Ecuadorians – was as captiv
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From ‘Toy Story 5’ Finds to Back-to-School Gear, These Are the Best Last-Minute Amazon Prime Deals for Kids and Babies
Amazon’s 2026 Prime Day event is down to its final hours, but there’s still time to find plenty of deals that make the last-minute scroll worth it. The sales event is still running strong, especially when it comes to kids’ toys, games and even baby gear. The toy deals are one of the biggest reasons […]
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Future Announces ‘THE REAL ME’ Album Release Date: ‘Album of the Century’
Pluto will kick off the album rollout with a single titled "Radio" first thing Friday (June 26).
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Future Reveals New Album The Real Me and First Single
So that’s what Spotify has been teasing the last week
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Future generations being failed if more trees not planted, experts say
Statistics show the number of trees being planted is increasing, but conservationists say it is not meeting targets.
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GTA 6 will launch as download only - does that mean the disc is dead?
Music and films are now largely digital-only - does the lack of a disc for GTA 6 mean gaming is going the same way?
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Gabriela Hearst Resort 2027: Lace Ahoy!
Slipdresses, airy textures and intense craft were the main takeaways — though Hearst's artisanal clothes wear their labor lightly.
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Gavin Newsom calls for national billionaires tax: 'It's time for an economic reset'
California Gov. Gavin Newsom said he supports imposing "a true minimum tax on billionaires" and closing "tax-free lifestyle loan" loopholes for the rich.
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Germany is considering raising its retirement age to 70. Could the U.S. follow?
Germany may gradually raise its retirement age to 70 by 2092 — but such a move would fix only part of Social Security’s funding gap.
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Giant, deep-sea roly-polies steal a gene to endure starvation
The enormous deep-sea cousins of your garden’s pill bugs can go five years without food. A gene they pilfered from bacteria may be part of the secret.
Culture
Glastonbury the Movie review – thirty years on, the sunset of a hippy dream in all its glory
Coinciding with a fallow year for the festival, these scenes filmed in 1993 record a youth culture innocent of camera phones and low on corporate hype With Glastonbury in a fallow year, anyone missing their dose of West Country bacchanalia will have to settle for this handsome documentary, remastered in 4K and rereleased for its 30th anniversary. Shot at the 1993 festival, it serves as a heady curative to today’s digital saturation: no mobile phones, no corporate logos, just tens of thousands of people unselfconsciously having it large in one of those blessed years when the sun god smiled on the Glastonbury populace. If the film wasn’t time-stamped enough by the copious tie-dye, white-boy dreads and acid jazz on display, a youthful Dexter Fletcher seems to feature in approximately 18% of the footage. The film is less purposefully structured than Julien Temple’s 2006 tribute Glastonbury ,
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Goal! Madonna and Feid Score FIFA World Cup Release With ‘Read My Lips’
“Read My Lips” is a late addition to the "Official FIFA World Cup 26" album, which expands to 20 tracks.
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Going to a festival as a neurodivergent person can be tough - but there are ways to recharge
Some festivals are rolling out calm spaces and noise-cancelling headphones, but there are calls to go further.
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Governor Newsom signs executive order to accelerate new technologies and services for California’s local transit and passenger rail networks throughout the state
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Governor Newsom signs historic housing bond set for voters on the November ballot
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Grab your Stetsons! How country music is taking over the UK
With country music festival attendances soaring and US artists selling out tours, are British and Irish audiences ready for “the full Southern experience”? “There’s a certain magic with country music in the UK right now,” says Anna-Sophie Mertens, smiling in hi-vis from the build at State Fayre, the UK’s newest festival for country fans. It is located in Chelmsford but styled like the American South – think clapboard, rusted metal and water points disguised as retro gas stations – and this weekend, the gates will open to 50,000 country devotees. Country is the UK’s fastest-growing genre, according to data from the Country Music Association (CMA), and has been for three years in a row. Until 2023, UK tastes leaned towards legacy acts, but now modern megastars such as Morgan Wallen, Luke Combs and Cowboy Carter-era Beyoncé have taken the wheel, reflecting a changing of the guard. Continue
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Gracie Abrams Says People ‘Appropriately’ Call Her a ‘Nepo Baby’: ‘I Had a Safety Net’
"I wasn’t growing up afraid financially, and that’s the biggest deal," Abrams tells The New York Times ' Popcast , ahead of her July 17 album release.
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Gracie the Giraffe, who went missing after wandering off a Texas ranch, is finally found
Gracie the Giraffe has finally been found in Texas
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Greece is paying fishermen to catch toxic toadfish invading the warming Mediterranean
Greece has launched a cash incentive for fishermen to catch toxic silver-cheeked toadfish as the invasive species spreads through the Mediterranean due to warming seas linked to climate change
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Happy birthday, 2000 Year Old Man. Mel Brooks is turning 100
The 2000 Year Old Man is turning 100
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Hayden Panettiere’s childhood home relists for $3.7M, echoing memoir’s ‘brutal’ past
Hayden Panettiere’s childhood home has been relisted for $3.7 million—just weeks after she released an emotional memoir reflecting on the “brutal” experiences she endured as a child star.
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Healthcare stocks have become a haven for investors ditching tech
Shares of AbbVie, Eli Lilly and Johnson & Johnson were on track to hit all-time highs Friday, in the latest signal that investor appetite for the biopharmaceutical sector is back.
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Heart’s Ann Wilson and Tripsitter Announce New Album ‘Consecrated Ground’
The group will also unveil the record’s lead single, “I Will Not Be Coming Back”
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Heat catches Europe's fashion industry unprepared as models face the sun in fur and wool
The most coveted accessory at the Paris Fashion Week shows this week was not a bag, a sneaker or a watch. It was an ice pack.
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Heavens to Betsy Reunite for First Tour in 32 Years
Corin Tucker’s pre-Sleater-Kinney band with Tracy Sawyer returned with a surprise show in Portland last night
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Here Are Performers & Presenters for the 2026 BET Awards: Full List
The show has revealed who is performing in tributes to Ms. Lauryn Hill, D'Angelo and Richard Smallwood.
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Higginbotham Tests the Carolina Waters With Turbeville Acquisition
Higginbotham, now ranked as the 16th-largest independent brokerage chain, has expanded into South Carolina with the acquisition of the well-known Turbeville Insurance Agency. Turbeville, founded in 1991 by William L. “Bill” Turbeville Jr., has 60 employees, with offices in Columbia, …
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Hollywood gets into the microdrama race as mobile-first storytelling draws stars
Mobile-first serialized storytelling is rapidly becoming one of entertainment's fastest-growing businesses
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Hottest June day record broken for third day in row as temperature hits 37.3C
Suffolk saw the highest temperature on Friday - but many will feel the heatwave begin to ease over the weekend.
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Housing board votes to freeze New York rents in victory for Mamdani
The decision was welcomed by many tenants - but landlords fear it will worsen housing conditions.
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How Aetrex Is Using AI to Make Its Foot Health Technology More Accessible
The leader in foot scanning technology focuses on making foot health accessible, from elite athletes to underserved communities and consumers.
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How Beauty Can Get Longevity Right: Key FIT Capstone Takeaways
The 2026 graduates of the Cosmetics and Fragrance Marketing and Management program shared a holistic approach to one of beauty's hottest themes.
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How DoorDash Is Turning the World Cup Into a Membership Moment
As an Official Tournament Supporter, the food delivery platform returns with its most ambitious Summer of DashPass campaign to date.
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How Forrest Frank’s Unprecedented Chart Success Led to a Sold-Out North American Tour
UTA's Jeffrey Hasson also discusses mounting Jimmy Eat World's Bleed American 25th anniversary run.
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How Paris Showgoers Are Coping With the Heat Wave
Celebrities, stylists and influencers shared their tactics — and the clothes they won't part with, no matter the temperature.
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How The Hives Conquered Latin America in Spanish & Portuguese: ‘We Really Like It Here’
Howlin' Pelle Almqvist, lead singer of the Swedish band, speaks with Billboard about his connection with Latin audiences.
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How This NYC Brand Turned the White Tee Into Gold
Founder Kiane von Mueffling of Sold Out NYC breaks down the marketing channels and product strategy behind the brand's growth.
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How Vogue Editors Do Summer-in-the-City Style
Summer-in-the-city dressing is an acquired skill, and each editor has their own take. It starts with the essentials—and then riffs on a formula. Here are ours.
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How big a cybersecurity threat are the latest AI models, really?
New AI models are accelerating the game of cat-and-mouse as cybersecurity experts try to keep ahead of would-be hackers. An AI expert explains the risks.
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How to Help Those Impacted by the Earthquakes in Venezuela (Updated)
A list of organizations providing aid to those affected by the devastation and other ways to help.
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How to have the best Sunday in L.A., according to Charlotte de Witte
From matcha and pastries at Maru in the Arts District to roller-skating Venice-to-Santa-Monica and grabbing lunch at Gjusta, her itinerary leans into coastal calm amid urban chaos.
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How transparent are the royals being about money?
After the King reveals the tax he paid questions remain over how open the Royal Family is being about its wealth.
Technology
Hubble Spies Starry Chandelier
This NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope image features the globular cluster NGC 6723, sometimes called the Chandelier Cluster.
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In pictures: a San Antonio land bridge designed for wildlife and people
Spanning a six-lane highway and located in a public park, this crossing is part of a larger restoration of endangered Texas prairie land The Guardian receives support for visual climate coverage from the Outrider Foundation . The Guardian’s coverage is editorially independent Continue reading...
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Initiation stones, buried recordings, and Ringo Starr’s drumkit: inside the visionary world of reggae master Lee ‘Scratch’ Perry
The late production genius’s chaotic reputation has always preceded him. But could two new books, a posthumous album and a flurry of classic reissues change all that – and put the focus back on his music? David Katz’s introduction to the world of Lee “Scratch” Perry was bewildering. The Jamaican producer had been living in London for several years, and Katz, a Jewish reggae historian who had fallen in love with the music as a teenager in San Francisco, had moved to the UK capital in 1987 and wanted to interview the notoriously evasive artist. Katz tracked him down to a recording studio in Rotherhithe, just over the river in south London. Perry welcomed him before insisting he present him with “13 stones from your country” with no further explanation. When Katz informed him he could hardly just pop back to the west coast, Perry told him to “go down to the River Thames and get me
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Inseparable Siblings the Martinez Brothers and Latin Mafia Take In Willy Chavarria Show
Maluma and Lunay were also among the guests.
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Iranian Oscar Nominee Jafar Panahi Was on Karlovy Vary’s Guest List. Then Came the Travel Ban.
Given "his crucial involvement" in Nader Saeivar's competition title 'Hijamat,' which he produced and edited, "we wanted him to come," says Karel Och, the artistic director of the Czech film festival.
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Iranian national sought by US on hacking charges arrested in Montenegro
Montenegrin police say they have arrested an Iranian national who is wanted by the United States for mass hacking attacks that caused damage of $3.4 billion
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Iran’s ship attack tests the shipping-insurance market just as war-risk premiums had plunged
War-risk premiums narrowed considerably in recent days but could increase again.
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Israel and Lebanon sign framework agreement after US-brokered talks
Previous ceasefires between Israel and Hezbollah have still seen near-daily cross-border strikes
Technology
It’s the last day of Prime Day — here are over 140 great deals to choose from
We’ve arrived at the final day of Prime Day, which at this point should probably be called “Prime Week.” We’ve found discounts on all manner of gadgets, including TVs, smart home tech, chargers, headphones, and more. Some of the best deals have started selling out at some retailers, so if you’ve been craving a popular […] We’ve arrived at the final day of Prime Day, which at this point should probably be called “Prime Week.” We’ve found discounts on all manner of gadgets, including TVs , smart home tech , chargers , headphones , and more . Some of the best deals have started selling out at some retailers, so if you’ve been craving a popular upgrade like the AirPods Max 2 , time is running low. The good news is that our team is still hard at work, and in addition to the deals that remain in stock, the retailers sometimes save up a few extras for the last day (like this Echo Spot tha
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JD Vance says Nixon’s Watergate scandal would be ‘12-hour news story’ today
Vice-president declares admiration for 37th president and claims Nixon and Trump are targeted by ‘deep state’ forces JD Vance does not think the era-defining Watergate scandal would have lasted more than a single news cycle in today’s fragmented, hyper-partisan political environment – and certainly would not have led to a president’s downfall. Speaking at the Richard Nixon presidential library in Yorba Linda, California, on Thursday to promote his new book, Communion, Vance discussed his spiritual journey from atheist to Catholic convert before declaring his admiration for the 37th president. Continue reading...
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Jails are the frontline in fielding dangerous new type of drug withdrawal
Medetomidine-laced opioids cause severe, life-threatening withdrawal in jails. Here's why many facilities remain ill-equipped to treat a growing crisis.
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James Bond Candidate Louis Partridge Says He Never Pictured Himself as 007 But Says It’s ‘Wonderful’ to Be In Contention
When Netflix released the first “Enola Holmes” in 2020, audiences watched “Stranger Things” star Millie Bobby Brown reinvent herself as the eccentric, fourth-wall-breaking detective. They also met a breakout newcomer: Louis Partridge. Six years later, at the world premiere of “Enola Holmes 3,” Partridge says he’s learned to navigate fame “in various ways, sometimes better […]
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Jay-Z 2026: Here’s Where to Get Affordable Tickets to the Rapper’s Yankee Stadium Dates Online
The Brooklyn-born rapper celebrates the anniversaries of Reasonable Doubt and The Blueprint with three concerts in New York City — shop ticket here.
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Jay-Z’s Roc Nation Teams Up With Google Maps to Highlight NYC Locations Integral to His Career
Hov spent Thursday (June 25) celebrating 30 years of Reasonable Doubt .
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Jeremy Grantham says this is the most expensive market in 'American history'
Jeremy Grantham says soaring valuations around AI makes the U.S. stock market historically expensive.
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Jonathan Baldock: Held review – lick me, trap me, pull me in
Arnolfini, Bristol The English artist has created a tense world of folkloric psychedelia and pagan aesthetics that is weird, threatening – and utterly compelling Arms are spread, hands are grasping, lips are puckered: everything in Jonathan Baldock’s eerie, uncomfortable, strange exhibition of tapestries and ceramics at Bristol’s Arnolfini is reaching out to you. The whole exhibition is an invitation to be held, or maybe its cuddliness is a threat, a violent trap. The English artist has created a tense world of folkloric psychedelia and pagan aesthetics here. Don’t read any of the bumf on the wall, it’s couched in gentle, therapy-lite language about “radical gestures” and “holding space for queer and working-class stories”. It doesn’t fit the show. Not that this isn’t about queerness and the working class, because it absolutely is. It’s just that this isn’t gentle and soft art, it’s weir
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Josh Ross Earns First Country Airplay No. 1 With ‘Hate How You Look’
Plus, Bailey Zimmerman rolls to the top 10.
Culture
Juanes, Carlos Vives, Fonseca & More Famous Colombians Reunite to Celebrate the June Issue of ‘Billboard Español’: 5 Memorable Quotes From the Meetup
Juanes opened the doors of his recording studio for an intimate panel moderated by ‘Billboard’ Co-Chief Content Officer, Leila Cobo.
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Judge blocks Tennessee from reporting sick children to immigration authorities, for now
A judge has temporarily ordered Tennessee not to give immigration authorities information about hundreds of sick and disabled immigrant children who are enrolled in a healthcare assistance program
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Judge blocks Trump plan that would limit graduate student loans in nursing and other fields
A federal judge has blocked part of a Trump administration plan that would have limited access to loans for students pursuing graduate degrees in nursing, physical therapy, public health and some other fields
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Judge declares mistrial in case against man accused of sparking deadly California fire
Jonathan Rinderknecht is accused of deliberately lighting a blaze in 2025 that killed 12 people and destroyed more than 6,000 buildings.
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Judge holds Charlie Kirk murder case prosecutors in contempt for comments about guilt
The Utah judge in the murder case over conservative activist's Charlie Kirk’s killing has held prosecutors in contempt of court over comments they made about defendant Tyler Robinson's guilt
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Judge orders DOJ to turn over some unredacted Epstein files
A federal judge is ordering the Department of Justice to turn over unredacted versions of some of the Epstein files or explain why the materials were withheld.
Technology
Junya Watanabe Man Spring 2027: A Bling Thing
The Japanese designer has fallen in love with the tracksuit - and bedazzled caps and clothes, too.
Technology
Justice Department Sues States for Failing to Provide SNAP Data to the U.S. Department of Agriculture
WASHINGTON – Today, the Department of Justice filed lawsuits against Kentucky, Pennsylvania, Michigan, and Minnesota, seeking injunctions requiring their state SNAP agencies to turn over their last five years of SNAP applicant data. This comes after those four states refused to turn over the data to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) so that USDA could ensure that states are properly administering and enforcing their determinations of residents’ eligibility for SNAP, including household benefit levels.
Culture
Justin Bieber Adds to ‘Swag’ Collection With Live Coachella Album: Stream It Now
Swag Live From Coachella (Weekend I) features guest spots from The Kid LAROI, Tems, Wizkid, Dijon, and Mk.gee, and stretches across 22 tracks.
Technology
Justin Bieber Makes Appearance at 2026 NHL Draft to Announce No. 1 Pick
The Canadian singer announced the Toronto Maple Leafs’ first pick at Friday’s draft.
Technology
Kanye “Ye” West’s Tampa Shows Will Go on Despite Rick Scott Petition, Planned Protest
The Tampa Sports Authority cited free speech principles in declining to cancel the rapper's two-night stand at Raymond James Stadium.
Culture
Katy Perry Finally Gets Angry on New Song ‘Watch It Burn’: Watch Fiery Video Now
The visual finds Perry wreaking havoc as a monstrous scorpion-human hybrid.
Global
King becomes first monarch to reveal tax bill as royal public funding to double to £100m
New figures show the monarch paid £12.9m in tax last year, but do not give any detailed breakdown of how that tax was calculated.
Technology
Kiyoshi Kurosawa’s Period Thriller ‘The Samurai and the Prisoner’ Drops First Trailer
The 'Cure' and 'Cloud' director's first period samurai feature — a 16th century-set mystery thriller adapted from an award-winning Japanese novel — lands in U.S. theaters on July 31 via Janus.
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Kiyoshi Kurosawa’s Period Thriller ‘The Samurai and the Prisoner’ Drops First Trailer
The 'Cure' and 'Cloud' director's first period samurai feature — a 16th century-set mystery thriller adapted from an award-winning Japanese novel — lands in U.S. theaters on July 31 via Janus.
Technology
Knicks Star Jordan Clarkson Walks the Willy Chavarria Spring 2027 Runway in Shorts, Socks and On-trend Loafers
Clarkson has supported Willy Chavarria in the past.
Technology
LGN Louis Gabriel Nouchi Spring 2027: A Quiet Place
The Parisian designer referenced “Twin Peaks” for a lineup that was less skin, more womenswear plus a youthful attitude.
Technology
LVMH’s Bernard Arnault Funds New Math Institute at École Polytechnique
Arnault's family holding company Agache will invest 50 million euros in the new facility for mathematics and fundamental sciences at his former school, France's leading engineering institution.
Technology
Lazoschmidl Men’s Spring 2027: Lazy Days
Josef Lazo and Andreas Schmidl channeled a softer side for spring.
Culture
Lazoschmidl Spring 2027 Menswear
Lazoschmidl Spring 2027 Menswear
Culture
Leon Thomas Reminds Fellow Songwriters to Never ‘Let Any of These Companies Put You in a Box’ While Accepting 2026 ASCAP Vanguard Award
The Grammy-winning R&B powerhouse earned top honors at the 2026 ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Awards, which also honored Kendrick Lamar & SZA's "Luther." Get all the details.
Culture
Let There Be Rock: Late AC/DC Frontman Bon Scott Remembered With Melbourne Mural
A new mural in AC/DC Lane, Melbourne, celebrates the band's late frontman Bon Scott ahead of what would have been his 80th birthday.
Technology
Lionel Richie Postpones Concerts Following Doctors’ Advice
Singer was reportedly hospitalized after cutting his Minnesota gig mid-show, but is expected back on stage later this week
Technology
Lionel Richie Postpones Next Two Concerts After Falling Ill During Opening Night Show
The singer had to exit the stage in St. Paul, Minnesota before it was announced that the performance wouldn't continue.
Technology
Listen to Steve Lacy and SZA’s Duet “Is It Cool?”
The two trade verses about romance troubles and their self-sabotaging habits
Culture
Live Nation Pans Former Executive’s $35 Million Lawsuit: ‘Did Not Uncover Fraud’
The live entertainment giant says in a new court filing that there’s zero merit to the retaliation lawsuit brought by former executive vp Nicholas Rumanes.
Global
Live Results: Louisiana midterm primary runoffs
Louisiana Republicans will nominate a candidate for U.S. Senate in a primary runoff Saturday, six weeks after denying Republican U.S. Sen. Bill Cassidy a shot at a third term.
Technology
Lloyd Kaufman Looks at Legacy of Legendary Troma Entertainment: ‘It Birthed the Marvel Cinematic Universe’
Appearing on a screen straight from the legendary Troma Entertainment headquarters in Long Island, New York, veteran producer and filmmaker Lloyd Kaufman has both hands occupied: one is gripping a compact vape pen, the other holding a massive can of sugar-free energy drink. It would be a pretty standard sight for a busy producer, but […]
California
Los Angeles Man Convicted of Sex Trafficking
A federal jury in the Central District of California convicted a Los Angeles man today of sex trafficking by force, fraud, or coercion.
Technology
Love Island USA contestant apologises after being removed for using racial slur
Alannah Keyser appeared briefly in Thursday's episode before viewers were told she had left the villa.
Culture
Lu'u Dan Spring 2027 Menswear
Lu'u Dan Spring 2027 Menswear
Technology
Luca Guadagnino Says He Can’t Discuss Amazon Dropping ‘Artificial’ Because ‘We Are Right in the Middle of This Situation,’ But AI Is ‘Changing the Identity of the World’
After Amazon MGM dropped Luca Guadagnino’s movie “Artificial” about Open AI founder Sam Altman, the Italian director has commented on his feelings on artificial intelligence, though he declined to speak about the film specifically. When host Lilli Gruber of the show “Otto e Mezzo” on Italy’s La7 Attualità asked him on Friday why the film […]
Technology
Luis de la Rosa, ‘Spider-Man’ Animator, Dies in Annecy Train Incident at 34
The Mexican artist had been attending the Annecy Animation Film Festival in France and his credits include ’Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse’ and ‘Space Jam: A New Legacy.’
Science
M 6.5 - 34 km WSW of Sarangani, Philippines
PAGER - GREEN ShakeMap - VII DYFI? - VI Time 2026-06-26 11:34:41 UTC 2026-06-26 11:34:41 UTC at epicenter Location 5.239°N 125.197°E Depth 42.00 km (26.10 mi)
California
MS NOW anchor Alex Witt to exit as network reduces live weekend programming
Witt will be succeeded by Antonia Hylton, as 'The Weekend: Primetime' is canceled.
Global
Mahmood restricts minister's access to documents as Home Office row escalates
Shabana Mahmood believes Mike Tapp should be sacked for writing an article but No 10 says the PM is taking advice.
Technology
Maison Mihara Yasuhiro Spring 2027 Menswear
Maison Mihara Yasuhiro Spring 2027 Menswear
Technology
Maison Mihara Yasuhiro Spring 2027: Summer Laze
The Japanese designer's collection hinged on binder clips, plus pajama looks as he encourages "healthy laziness."
Markets
Mamdani Delivers Rent Freeze in Milestone for New York City Tenants
New York City’s Rent Guidelines Board voted to freeze rents for roughly one million stabilized apartments, handing Mayor Zohran Mamdani a major political victory and delivering on a central promise that launched him to City Hall. The board voted 7-1 …
Technology
Man who punched female police officers at Manchester Airport jailed
Mohammed Fahir Amaaz assaulted PC Lydia Ward, PC Ellie Cook and a Starbucks customer, a court heard.
Culture
Matt Damon’s Recent Rap Debut Was for Charity, Not a Career Pivot: ‘Kendrick Has Nothing to Worry About’
The actor debuted a rap alter ego dubbed 'Nomad' to promote the charitable 'Get Blue' campaign with Water.org
Science
Medicare Advantage Company Pays $342M to Government in Midst of Billing Probe
The payment by Elevance Health to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services comes as the agency threatened to bar new enrollments in the company’s plans.
Global
Meloni and Trump: A very public fall-out that is proving very hard to fix
Italy's PM was not long ago being called the "Trump whisperer", but their relationship has gone from public attacks to personal insults.
Technology
Metallica review – metal legends break out the pyrotechnics … and a Proclaimers cover
Hampden Park, Glasgow Armed with four drum kits, an arsenal of hits and a 50,000-strong snake pit, Lars Ulrich and co deliver a masterclasss on their marathon world tour Metallica are welcomed to the stage in Glasgow by relentless heatwave sun and a blast of Ennio Morricone’s The Ecstasy of Gold. It’s a striking start to the closing leg of a three year-plus world tour, which started with the release of the metal legends’ solid 2023 album 72 Seasons. Much of the tour has comprised mini-residencies, with back-to-back “no repeats” shows offering the promise of deep cuts while betting on completists’ deep wallets. This stop in Glasgow is for one night only, meaning a guarantee of both hits and lesser played gems. The 15-strong setlist showcases the range of the band’s catalogue, from the heavy, pyrotechnics-laden Fuel and Kill ’Em All’s incredible opener Hit the Lights to the moodiness of Th
Culture
Mexico’s new UK ambassador from ‘party of poor’ has 10 houses and £1m of jewellery
Alejandro Gertz Manero’s cars and properties contrast starkly with Morena party’s long association with austerity With his million-dollar jewellery collection and his two Rolls-Royces, Mexico’s new ambassador to the UK will fit right in with the Mayfair crowd. Former attorney general Alejandro Gertz Manero was appointed to the post by President Claudia Sheinbaum last year, but only recently disclosed his financial assets . Continue reading...
Global
Michigan parents charged with murder in death of seven-year-old son weighing 250lbs
Authorities say couple failed to take young boy to doctor and did not provide safe environment at home A Michigan couple has been charged with murder after authorities say their son died weighing more than 250lbs (113kg) despite being just seven years old. The investigation into the case’s circumstances began on 4 November 2025 after a 911 call reported a young boy in medical distress at a home in Flint township, Michigan. The child, identified as Casper O’Brien, died after being taken to a hospital. Continue reading...
Markets
Micron’s stock is still dirt cheap. Some analysts say that’s about to change.
New long-term customer agreements could bring more predictability to Micron’s financials, addressing a persistent investor concern about sustainability.
Technology
Millie Bobby Brown’s Demi Updo Is the Perfect Summer Style for Long Hair
On the press circuit for “Enola Holmes,” Millie Bobby Brown wore a half-up, half-down style with a whimsical twist.
Technology
Minneapolis Fed President Neel Kashkari says he expects a rate hike this year
Kashkari said he sees a hike likely this year as the economy continues to feel the hit from spiking inflation.
Culture
Minnesota Tax Preparer Convicted of Preparing $1M+ in False Tax Returns for Clients
A federal jury convicted a Minnesota man yesterday for filing false tax returns for clients of his tax preparation business.
Technology
Missouri Lawsuit Alleges Snapchat’s Failures Led to Rape of Minor
The parents of a girl who was raped when she was 12 years old by an adult stranger she met on Snapchat have sued its parent company, Snap, and the attacker in Missouri state court. The lawsuit filed Wednesday claims …
California
Mistrial declared after jury deadlocks in arson trial over deadly 2025 Palisades Fire in Los Angeles
Ten of the jurors were set on a not-guilty verdict, while two others were determined to convict Jonathan Rinderknecht, 29, on charges of arson, malicious destruction by means of a fire and timber set aflame.
Global
Most Venezuelan city in the US rallies to help after quakes
In Doral, where more than 40% of residents are of Venezuelan origin, the community has come together to send aid to the country after it was hit by earthquakes.
Culture
Mother dies saving daughter in Venezuela earthquakes
Héctor Bello wrote on social media that "you gave your own life for our daughter" in the quakes which killed at least 920 people.
Culture
Musicians Who Are Cat Lovers: Taylor Swift, Ed Sheeran & More
Kesha, MGK, Sabrina Carpenter and several other stars have also shared their feline fandom.
Technology
My favorite Govee smart lamps are at their lowest prices ever for Prime Day
We’ve already rounded up the best Philips Hue deals of Prime Day, but if you’re looking for something a little more budget-friendly, Govee’s latest sale is worth checking out. The company has heavily discounted several of its color-changing smart lamps, including the Table Lamp 2 ($53.99, down from $79.99), Floor Lamp Basic ($59.99, regularly $99.99), the […] We’ve already rounded up the best Philips Hue deals of Prime Day , but if you’re looking for something a little more budget-friendly, Govee’s latest sale is worth checking out. The company has heavily discounted several of its color-changing smart lamps, including the Table Lamp 2 ($53.99, down from $79.99), Floor Lamp Basic ($59.99, regularly $99.99), the portable Table Lamp Classic ($55.99, down from $79.99), and Uplighter Floor Lamp ($125.99, down from $179.99). I own all but
Global
Myanmar torches $600 million in seized heroin, meth and other drugs
Myanmar authorities have burned more than $600 million worth of seized illegal drugs, including heroin, methamphetamine, ketamine, marijuana and opium, in nationwide events marking the U.N.’s International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking
Technology
NASA Announces Winners for 2026 Human Lander Challenge
NASA has announced the top student-developed solutions for environmental control and life support systems in future crewed lunar landers from participants in the 2026 Human Lander Challenge. The announcement marks the culmination of months of research by university teams working to advance technologies supporting the agency’s Artemis program that will return American astronauts to the […]
Technology
NASA Identifies More Than 40 Space Technologies for Collaboration
NASA selected 41 proposals from 37 companies to advance technologies in support of the agency’s goals to establish a long-term presence on the Moon and enable human exploration of Mars. These American companies, picked from NASA’s 2025 Announcement of Collaboration Opportunity (ACO), will mature technologies creating solutions for space transportation, planetary surface operations, and lunar […]
Technology
NASA Tests New Refuel Device for Future In-Space Refueling Missions
For NASA’s next generation of deep space exploration missions, spacecraft may need to refuel in Earth orbit before pushing farther into the solar system. Similar to how a gas pump needs a nozzle to fit your fuel tank, future spacecraft could require a special device in order to fill up prior to departure, known as […]
Technology
NASA’s PACE Mission Studies Smoke, Fires
With the North American fire season underway, and a record number of acres already burned nationwide, NASA’s Plankton, Aerosol, Cloud, and ocean Ecosystem (PACE) satellite’s three instruments are observing vegetation precursors to fires, along with plumes of smoke and their movement. This data will help scientists piece together clues that deepen their understanding of wildfires. […]
Global
NATO summit should display unity and pledges to defense, deputy NATO chief tells AP
NATO's deputy commander said he wants a summit in Turkey to encourage member countries to spend more on defense and support Ukraine
Markets
NHTSA Proposes to Drop Brake Pedal Requirements for Self-Driving Vehicles
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration proposed on June 25 to end a government requirement for manual brake pedals in self-driving vehicles, a move that would make it easier to deploy such vehicles on U.S. roads. The proposal would not …
Markets
National pride meets breathable mesh: A look at the design of World Cup uniforms
In designing the uniforms for this year's World Cup, Nike and other apparel makers sought to channel national pride and maximize comfort
Global
Neighbors dig through Venezuela rubble to search for loved ones as death toll climbs
The death toll from two powerful earthquakes in Venezuela has risen to 589, with 2,980 injured
Technology
New Exemplar Luxury Group Plans Life After Saks Bankruptcy
CEO Geoffroy van Raemdonck discusses the future of Exemplar and what's different from the past.
Science
New Mexico opens criminal probe of DEA after agents allowed fentanyl shipments to hit streets
New Mexico's attorney general has opened a criminal investigation into claims that the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration allowed hundreds of thousands of fentanyl pills to reach the streets
Global
New bodycam footage shows Henry Nowak killer's arrest and repeated lies to police
Henry Nowak's killer is seen lying to police in bodycam video released after a request from the BBC.
Global
New red heat warning in place but cooler weather on the way
A red warning for extreme heat remains in place for the south-east but cooler air is starting to move in from the west as Elizabeth Rizzinni explains.
Technology
New ‘Monster of Florence’ Installment From Director Stefano Sollima Set at Netflix
Netflix has greenlit a new three-episode installment of its Italian original “The Monster of Florence,” the serial killer series directed by genre specialist Stefano Sollima. The first four-episode chapter launched from the 2025 Venice Film Festival before dropping on the streaming giant, where it rapidly rose to the top of Netflix’s global non-English-language shows chart. […]
Technology
News Wrap: Bolton pleads guilty to retaining classified information
In our news wrap Friday, former National Security Adviser John Bolton pleaded guilty to a single count of illegally retaining classified information, Texas education officials voted to require that a selection of stories from the Bible be taught in public schools and Russia says it intercepted more than 600 Ukrainian drones as Kyiv launched one of its largest attacks since the start of the war.
California
Newsom blesses Uber ballot measure truce — but fight over car crash lawsuits continues
Gov. Gavin Newsom signed legislation Thursday limiting medical billing in ride share accident litigation, averting a November showdown between Uber and the state's trial attorneys. The agreement comes as Uber pushes forward with a lawsuit against two prominent L.A. law firms.
California
Newsom signs law that lets Uber, attorneys avoid ballot measure fight
New California law limits medical cost recoveries from ride-hailing crashes, imposes new driver background check rules
California
Newsom urges a national 'billionaires' tax' while fighting one in California
California Gov. Gavin Newsom is calling for a national “billionaires' tax” and suggests the U.S. government should own a stake in AI companies
California
Newsom urges a national 'billionaires' tax' while fighting one in California
The governor announced his agenda a day after an influential health care union in California pledged to go forward with a ballot measure that would impose a one-time 5% tax on the assets of billionaires living in the state as of Jan. 1, 2026. Newsom opposes that measure.
Culture
Nguyen Nhat Minh, the Quiet Bass of Vietnam’s U23 Defense, Talks Music & Soccer
"Every ounce of effort becomes worthwhile when you look at your own passion, fight for the national colors, strive for the team's collective success."
Global
Nicholas Rossi: Rapist who faked death and fled to Scotland dies in US hospital
Rossi fled to Scotland in 2021 in an attempt to evade justice but was arrested in the Covid ward of a Glasgow hospital.
Technology
Noah Kahan Asks Fans to Stop Stealing Hometown Road Sign: ‘Total Disrespect’
Fans have been “repeatedly” removing Alger Brook Road sign after the singer mentioned it in “The View Between Villages”
Global
North Korea's Kim calls for 'destructive' military posture
North Korea says leader Kim Jong Un has observed major weapons tests and called for bolstering the military’s “deadly and destructive offensive posture."
Technology
OG Anunoby Sounds Off on His Skechers NBA Finals Shoes and Reveals Where They Are Now
Fans are now clamoring for the shoes he wore for his game-winning shot in game 4.
Technology
Officine Générale Spring 2027: Keeping It Cool
Confronting the intense heatwave, Pierre Mahéo pulled pieces from the lineup and doubled down on light fabrics and soft hues.
Technology
Olivia Rodrigo’s ‘You Seem Pretty Sad’ Retains Top Spot on ARIA Chart
Taylor Swift returns to the singles chart summit with “I Knew It, I Knew You,” thanks to the arrival of Top Story 5 in cinemas across the country.
California
On 10th anniversary, Boleros de Noche's legacy is celebrated by L.A. City Hall
In honor of the 10th anniversary of concert series Boleros de Noche, L.A. declares Aug.1 'Día del Bolero.'
Technology
On the Line: More Garment Factory Closures Rattle Bangladesh
Indian garment workers train AI that could potentially replace them, while Bangladesh grapples with what a just transition means for its sector.
Markets
One Adult Killed, Another Seriously Injured in New Hampshire Mobile Home Fire
One person was killed and another injured in a fire at a mobile home in Woodstock, New Hampshire. According to officials, around 4:30 a.m. Thursday, June 25, 2026, members of the Woodstock Fire Department responded to Scenic View Drive after …
Technology
On’s Lightest Super Shoe Yet Features Its LightSpray Upper and a New Foam System
The LightSpray Cloudboom Strike 2 weighs a total of just 158 grams.
Technology
OpenAI and Anthropic face new AI reality as companies shift from tokenmaxxing to efficiency
Companies are tightening their AI budgets to focus on getting a return on their investment, and that could dampen growth rates at OpenAI and Anthropic.
Technology
OpenAI hasn't held pre-IPO investor meetings or set timeline yet, sources say
OpenAI said it confidentially filed its prospectus with the SEC earlier this month, but noted it "may be a while" before it goes public.
Technology
OpenAI limits its latest ChatGPT product to Trump-approved customers during cybersecurity review
OpenAI is restricting the release of its new AI model, GPT-5.6 Sol, at the request of President Donald Trump's administration
Technology
OpenAI limits new AI models to 'trusted partners' at request of U.S. government
OpenAI said it previewed the new models' capabilities with the government ahead of the launch.
Technology
OpenAI staggers AI model release after Trump administration request
Sam Altman announces limited preview of GPT 5.6 in move that echoes launch of Anthropic’s Mythos Business live – latest updates OpenAI is staggering the release of its latest AI model after a request from the US government, in a move echoing the launch of Anthropic’s Mythos product. The company behind ChatGPT signalled its dissatisfaction with the move, saying that doing so keeps the best AI tools from “users, developers, enterprises, cyber defenders, and global partners who need them”. Continue reading...
Technology
OpenAI unveils GPT-5.6 amid US AI regulatory drama
Less than 24 hours after news broke that OpenAI would stagger its next model release at the request of the Trump administration, that model, GPT-5.6, is here. On Friday, the company unveiled the limited preview of its new GPT 5.6 model suite: Sol, the flagship; Terra, a medium-tier model for "high-volume work"; and Luna, a […] Less than 24 hours after news broke that OpenAI would stagger its next model release at the request of the Trump administration, that model, GPT-5.6, is here. On Friday, the company unveiled the limited preview of its new GPT 5.6 model suite: Sol, the flagship; Terra, a medium-tier model for "high-volume work"; and Luna, a "fast and affordable" everyday model. OpenAI says it's especially skilled at coding, cybersecurity, and biology, as well as staying focused during long-horizon agentic AI tasks. Per million tokens, GPT-5.6 Sol is priced at $5 input / $30 ou
Science
Opinion: Joseph Fraumeni Jr., pioneering cancer genetics researcher, devoted his life to families like mine
“They don't make many like Joe Fraumeni anymore,” writes Lawrence Ingrassia, author of “A Fatal Inheritance.”
Science
Opinion: ‘The Hot Zone’ led me to work with Ebola patients. Now I have mixed feelings about the book
“The reality of Ebola is simultaneously less sensational and far more challenging than most people imagine,” writes Krutika Kuppalli.
Technology
Oracle stock has worst week since 2001 dot-com bust as AI financing concerns escalate
Oracle's surging spending, negative free cash flow and $130 billion debt pile are weighing on the stock.
Markets
Orion180 Launches FLEX Home Insurance in Colorado
Orion180 Insurance has launched its FLEX homeowners insurance coverage in Colorado. FLEX Home Insurance is designed to give homeowners greater control over how they protect their property, allowing them to tailor coverage to fit their individual risk tolerance and budget. …
Technology
Our 36 favorite gaming deals on Prime Day for Switch, PS5, and Xbox
There are some some sizable discounts on new and recent hits from the last few years for the Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, and the Xbox Series X / S for Prime Day. Most Amazon game deals are physical copies, but every so often there’s a better or equivalent price on digital versions, as well […] There are some some sizable discounts on new and recent hits from the last few years for the Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, and the Xbox Series X / S for Prime Day. Most Amazon game deals are physical copies, but every so often there’s a better or equivalent price on digital versions , as well as some matched deals at Best Buy. In addition to game deals, we’re also on the hunt for discounted gaming accessories. This is usually a pretty good time to save what you can on things like gaming headsets , controllers , gaming mice , etc. While it’s a good time to get a microSD Express card
Technology
Our favorite Prime Day gadgets under $100 you don’t need but will really want
Prime Day has a funny way of convincing you to buy things you weren’t shopping for in the first place. You sign on intending to buy something sensible you actually need, like a pack of USB-C cables, and an hour later you’ve also added a gadget that can press your coffee maker’s power button and […] Govee’s floor lamps are just $60. | Image: Govee: Prime Day has a funny way of convincing you to buy things you weren’t shopping for in the first place. You sign on intending to buy something sensible you actually need, like a pack of USB-C cables , and an hour later you’ve also added a gadget that can press your coffee maker’s power button and a color-changing smart lamp that syncs to music to your cart. They aren’t exactly essentials, but they’re the kind of gadgets you never knew you wanted until you saw them and often end up being the m
Technology
Outrage as woman jailed for three years after criticising Somali government online
Sentencing of 27-year-old Sadia Moalim Ali condemned by former president and prime ministers as well as rights groups A rickshaw driver in Somalia has been sentenced to three years in prison for comments she made on social media, in a case that has caught the public’s attention and provoked outrage in the country. Sadia Moalim Ali, a 27-year-old nursing graduate, was originally charged with insulting government institutions and incitement to commit a crime, but convicted only of the former. Her sentence, immediately condemned as “fundamentally unjust”, was handed down on 25 June. Continue reading...
Technology
Pablo Larraín’s Upcoming Netflix Feature ‘Once’ Gathers Top Cast and Crew (EXCLUSIVE)
Prominent Chilean filmmaker Pablo Larraín is set to kick off production on his next feature for Netflix, “Once” (as in the number 11) later this year. The film will follow 11 stories that occurred in the wake of the momentous coup d’état in Chile on September 11, 1973. Through these intertwined stories, “Once” follows the […]
Culture
Paris When It Sizzles! 8 Street Style Looks to Recreate From Men’s SS27 Fashion Week
From breezy skirts to statement dresses, the street style scene at men’s fashion week delivered. Shop the best looks from Milan and Paris.
Global
Paris restricts alcohol consumption and sales as Europe's heatwave shifts east
Temperatures in Germany could hit 40C in some areas while French officials bring in alcohol restrictions to ease pressure on hospitals.
Technology
Partners, NASA Ready for June Launch of Swift Boost Mission
A mission to raise the orbit of NASA’s Swift observatory is poised for launch June 30.
Technology
Peacock’s Horror Thriller ‘Strung’ Falters on Scares and Devolves Into Comedic, Campy Chaos: Review
From “The Best Man” director Malcom D. Lee and “Halloween 4: The Return of Michael Myers” scribe Alan B. McElroy, Peacock’s new horror thriller, “Strung,” is an absurd, campy film offering that leans fully into the ridiculous. “Strung” follows a naive violinist whose new role as a private music tutor for an affluent family leads […]
Markets
People Moves: Berkley Promotes Enright as President of Berkley Specialty London, Succeeding Hastings; Ariel Re Promotes Shreeve as Chief Commercial Officer
This edition of International People Moves details appointments at W.R. Berkley Corp.’s Berkley Specialty London and Ariel Re. A summary of these new hires follows here. Berkley Promotes Enright as President of Berkley Specialty London, Succeeding Hastings W. R. Berkley …
Global
Pete Buttigieg briefly separated from children after false police report
Pete Buttigieg says the day separated from his children was "among the darkest hours of my life".
Culture
Peter Ahrends obituary
Architect with Ahrends, Burton and Koralek whose scheme for a National Gallery extension was criticised as a ‘carbuncle’ Peter Ahrends, who has died aged 93, was a founding partner in 1961 in the architectural firm of Ahrends, Burton and Koralek (ABK), alongside Richard Burton and Paul Koralek . The trio first met as students in 1951, while studying at the Architectural Association in London, and went on to practise together for more than 50 years, remaining lifelong friends. ABK’s workload extended from Oxford colleges to public libraries, housing, shops and industrial structures. Unusually, all three partners were involved in design. “Architecture should not be a question of whether or not we put Corinthian capitals on our facades,” they asserted. “It is about people and their lives; about making spaces that will have a living, dynamic and significant relationship with the life and act
California
Peter Asher has heard it all
The veteran producer and manager is the subject of a new documentary. At 82, he's still got work to do.
Technology
Pixar Makes a Splash With New Short ‘Loving Dory’ Featuring Nemo and Dory, Teases ‘Gatto’
Nemo and Dory are back – in Pixar’s new theatrical short “Loving Dory.” “It’s a new chapter in Dory’s story, because she allows us to have fun,” said director Lou Hamou-Lhadj. This time, she will fall in love – with a plastic bag. It wasn’t just about fish, however, as Pixar also brought “Gatto” to […]
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Pochettino annoyed by perceived disappointment after US finishes group play with 3-2 loss to Turkey
Kaan Ayhan scored on the final kick of the match, and Turkey beat the United States 3-2 for its only win of the World Cup
Technology
Polymarket annualized revenue surpasses $1 billion six weeks after its U.S. exchange launch
World Cup trading and the end of its U.S. waitlist are driving rapid growth for Polymarket's prediction market platform.
Culture
President Trump’s Religious Liberty Commission Delivers Historic Report Draft
Last May, President Donald J. Trump established the Religious Liberty Commission to advise and report to the President on opportunities to “identify emerging threats to religious liberty, uphold Federal laws that protect all citizens’ full participation in a pluralistic democracy, and protect the free exercise of religion.”
Culture
Prime Day 2026 Clothing Deals I’m Shopping Before They’re Gone
Not every Prime Day clothing deal is worth your time—these are my top summer picks before the sale wraps, as a Vogue editor whose covered the sale for years.
Global
Quake reveals challenges facing country's battered infrastructure
The twin quakes come less than six months after Venezuela's then-leader Nicolás Maduro was seized by US forces.
Technology
Quavo Gets Everything He Wants on Pharrell Williams-Produced Single ‘Haavin’
The track previously premiered at Louis Vuitton’s Menswear Spring-Summer 2027 show is the first glimpse into Quavo’s upcoming album project executive produced by Williams
Markets
Questions about resume gaps are expected. Here's how job seekers can address them
Explaining a gap on a resume can be daunting for people seeking work
Technology
Rainbow flags await Egypt and Iran at awkward Pride Match
Iran's coach refuses to discuss pride celebrations in Seattle, where his country face Egypt in a crucial Group G match.
California
Real estate tax-cut proposal pulled from ballot in last-minute deal
The final deal puts a stripped-down tax-cut measure to voters in November but doesn't touch real-estate transfer taxes.
Technology
Red Lobster's Ultimate Endless Shrimp promotion described as a 'car crash' for the company, lawsuit says
"Thai Union doubled down on a campaign to squeeze out every drop of value that it could," creditors said
Global
Red heat warning for south-east after UK sees warmest day of year
Temperatures reach 36.7C in Merryfield, Somerset, on Thursday, the hottest June day on record.
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Reflecting Pool liner cut with sharp knife or razor, National Park Service says
Earlier in the week Donald Trump blamed vandals for "a 300 foot long gash" in the pool and accused someone of putting fertiliser in the water.
Culture
Reporter in Caracas describes earthquake destruction and response in Venezuela
Following the devastating earthquakes in Venezuela, entire neighborhoods have been reduced to ruins across Caracas and the surrounding communities. As the United States, the UN and International aid teams rush into the disaster zone, the true scale of the unfolding catastrophe is only beginning to emerge. Geoff Bennett discussed more with Feature Story News reporter Andreina Fermin in Caracas.
Culture
Rescuers search rubble for survivors as Venezuela earthquakes kill at least 235
At least 4,300 people have been injured after two seven-plus magnitude shallow quakes hit seconds apart.
Culture
Rescues and prayers a day after Venezuelan earthquakes
The BBC's Vanessa Silva reports from Caracas as the city faces the aftermath of back-to-back tremors.
Technology
Rise in memory chip costs puts pressure on retailers of laptops and smartphones
As the global race for AI moves forward, a shortage of memory chips has begun to drive up prices of consumer electronics and may lead to product shortages.
Technology
Rubio says Israel, Lebanon reach framework agreement aimed at 'lasting peace and security'
Israel and Lebanon agreed to implement a ceasefire. But that is contingent on the paramilitary group Hezbollah agreeing to halt hostilities.
Global
Russia preparing possible ‘provocation’ in Baltic states or Poland, sources say
Kremlin may attempt to test Nato cohesion as Russia comes under growing pressure from Ukraine, according to sources from two countries Two countries on Nato’s eastern flank have warned that Russia is preparing a possible “provocation” in the Baltic states or Poland in an effort to test the cohesion of the western military alliance. Western sources also fear there could be danger on the horizon because the Kremlin is coming under pressure from Ukraine’s campaign of long-range attacks on targets near Moscow and St Petersburg. Continue reading...
Markets
S&P 500 volatility indicators are flashing mixed signals — locking bulls and bears in a tug of war
Heavy put buying is a cautionary sign. Are the bears about to take control?
Technology
S.S. Rajamouli Says ‘Varanasi’ Imax Action Done, Interconnecting Scenes Remain and ‘Baahubali’ Belongs in Animation (EXCLUSIVE)
The films of S.S. Rajamouli have consistently pushed the scale of Indian filmmaking – with blockbusters such as “RRR,” before that the “Baahubali” films. His upcoming feature “Varanasi,” set to release in April 2027, is set to go even further – set across thousands of years and locations as remote and Antarctica, the plot seeing […]
Markets
SEC, CFTC Seek Public Comment on the Harmonization of Portfolio Margining Frameworks
The Securities and Exchange Commission and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission today issued a joint request for public comment on potential approaches to further harmonize regulatory frameworks applicable to portfolio margining across securities,…
Science
STAT+: Embryo editing advances reignite ethical debates
Cassidy targets 340B, Eli Lilly's mysterious retatrutide patient, and more biotech news from The Readout
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STAT+: Pharmalittle: We’re reading about a bill to overhaul the 340B program, a new FDA commissioner candidate, and more
And so, another working week will soon draw to a close. Not a moment too soon, yes? This is, you may recall, our treasured signal to daydream about weekend plans.…
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STAT+: Up and down the ladder: The latest comings and goings
From new hires to departures, promotions and transfers, here are the latest comings and goings in the pharmaceutical industry.
Technology
Saks Global Renames Itself Exemplar Luxury Group After Exit From Bankruptcy
The name change reflects the next stage for the retailer following the completion of its restructuring, including numerous store closures, during the bankruptcy.
Technology
Samsung will soon start charging to access its smart home API
From October this year Samsung will roll out a variety of new paid tiers for access to its SmartThings API, including a $4.99 monthly plan for "non-commercial, individual developers." It won't just be developers that pay the price though. Some more advanced smart home users are likely to fall afoul of the rule change if […] From October this year Samsung will roll out a variety of new paid tiers for access to its SmartThings API, including a $4.99 monthly plan for "non-commercial, individual developers." It won't just be developers that pay the price though. Some more advanced smart home users are likely to fall afoul of the rule change if they directly access the SmartThings API for more flexible smart home controls, or use third-party tools that do the same. "Use of the Home Assistant integration will be affected by their changes and will fall under their new 'personal plans,'" w
Technology
Sean Suen Men’s Spring 2027: Beijing Bikini Gets Paris Cut
The Beijng-based designer let loose in a collection that showed his tailoring chops and a wittier, sexier side.
Technology
Senior Ukrainian intelligence official jailed for life for spying for Russia
Col Dmytro Kozyura agreed to share state secrets and systematically disclosed classified information, prosecutors say.
Global
Sergei Ivanov, Russia's ex-defense minister once seen as Putin's likely successor, has died at 73
Sergei Ivanov, a former Russian defense minister once seen as a possible successor to President Vladimir Putin, has died
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Sergei Ivanov, former Russian defense minister once seen as Putin's likely successor, dies at 73
Putin and Ivanov knew each other since the 1970s when they both worked as young KGB officers in their hometown of Leningrad, as St. Petersburg was called during the Soviet times.
Technology
ServiceNow, Salesforce and other software stocks surge as the OpenAI threat weakens
Oracle’s stock missed out on the broader software rally, as the company is tied to OpenAI’s success through its cloud-infrastructure business.
Technology
Shipping rebounds in Strait of Hormuz one week after U.S.-Iran deal – but fragile confidence threatens recovery
Shipping traffic through the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz is recovering one week after the U.S. and Iran signed an interim peace deal.
California
Sigh. Again? 'Love Island USA' confirms another contestant fired over apparent use of racial slur
'Love Island USA' contestant Alannah Keyser, facing backlash for apparently using a racial slur in a recently resurfaced social media post, has left the villa for good.
Technology
Smart lock maker Level has been gutted and its founders are out
Assa Abloy has laid off the majority of staff at Level Home, the smart lock company known for building smart tech into traditional-looking deadbolts, and is folding the business into Kwikset, according to a source familiar with the decision. The Verge obtained exclusive details from a person familiar with the restructuring who requested anonymity as […] Level’s defining innovation was hiding the battery, motor, and electronics that power the smart lock inside the deadbolt itself. | Photo by Dan Seifert / The Verge Assa Abloy has laid off the majority of staff at Level Home , the smart lock company known for building smart tech into traditional-looking deadbolts, and is folding the business into Kwikset, according to a source familiar with the decision. The Verge obtained exclusive details from a person familiar with the restructuring who requested anonymity as they were part of the
Technology
SoftBank sinks 12% as Asia tech rout tracks declines in the U.S.
SoftBank Group plunged, leading a broad selloff in Asian technology stocks amid mounting concerns over the rising cost of artificial intelligence infrastructure.
Technology
Sombr Enlists ‘Obsession’ Star Inde Navarrette and ‘Off Campus’ Actor Josh Heuston for New Music Video
The two actors guest starred in the pop-rocker’s single “My Body Isn’t Ready.”
Culture
Sombr Talks Taylor Swift, Commands the Spotlight For Late Night Performance: Watch
The New Yorker told Jimmy Fallon of the high-stress experience of performing two Taylor Swift songs to induct her into the Songwriters Hall of Fame.
Culture
Sombr, Phoebe Bridgers, Steve Lacy with SZA & More: New Music Friday Guide
Check out the must-hear releases of the week.
Technology
South Korea to train half a million military personnel to become ‘drone warriors’
All branches of the military will be taught how to use technology that has become a ‘game changer on the battlefield’, says defence minister All of South Korea’s military forces will be trained as drone operators in a sweeping overhaul of its warfare strategy, the defence minister has said. “All soldiers should be able to use drones like a second personal firearm,” Ahn Gyu-back, who heads the defence ministry in Seoul, said on Friday. Continue reading...
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South Korean court sentences ex-first lady Kim to 7 years for taking luxury gifts
The wife of ousted South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has been sentenced to seven years in prison
Technology
SpaceX’s new bonds are flashing a warning sign, as investors pump the brakes on AI frenzy
Elon Musk’s company made a splash earlier this week with a $25 billion bond deal, less than two weeks after it raised tens of billions of dollars in cash.
Technology
Steve Lacy and SZA Have Commitment Issues on Confessional New Song ‘Is It Cool?’
The duo trade verses on the candid and vulnerable track
Culture
Strung review – far-fetched thriller awkwardly mixes Blumhouse and Tyler Perry
There are flashes of low-rent fun to be had here but a busy script makes it feel like a limited series inelegantly cut down to movie length Strung is a cautionary tale about following your gut. Directed by Malcolm D Lee – the under-heralded virtuoso behind Girls Trip, Barbershop and other fine franchises – the Peacock suspense thriller stars Chloe Bailey as Laila, a classical violinist with her sights set on a seat in the city philharmonic. A substitute music teaching gig leaves that dream feeling farther away than ever until Laila meets Lynn Whitfield’s Audra – who not only offers more stable and lucrative work as a private music tutor for her granddaughter, but also an inside track to the philharmonic. Of course, Laila is too bright-eyed, too bubbly and too overwhelmed by the opulence she’s suddenly crossed into to see that it’s all too good to be true. Audra’s daughter, Imani (DC Tita
Culture
Studio Nicholson Is Eyeing Global Growth
To break through in Asia before the US, Europe, or the UK is unusual for a British brand, but Studio Nicholson has somehow made it happen. Now, after 16 years in business, the label is taking on Paris Fashion Week as part of a major brand repositioning.
Global
Suitcase-sized satellites are scanning for Greek wildfires in a global first
As Greece braces for another blistering wildfire season, a new line of defense is taking shape in Earth’s orbit
Technology
Supergirl: DC Studios boss says comics giant needs to win back fans' trust
The latest release from the Marvel rival is part of a wider reset of its sprawling cinematic universe.
Science
Supreme Court rules in weedkiller cancer case
Dems want to unmask Eli Lilly's obesity drug user, a new genome-editing tool raises ethics questions, and more health news
Global
Survivors tell of ‘brutal and fast’ Venezuela quake as hunt for survivors goes on
Worst incident of its kind in country for more than 125 years leaves many searching for family members – and pleading for international help Venezuela death toll doubles as interim president vows to save ‘as many people as possible’ Nearly all of Ligia Level’s family lived in a trio of apartment blocks along Hotel Avenue, a seafront sweep of palm-specked resorts and high-rise condos along Venezuela’s Caribbean coast. When a powerful “doublet” of earthquakes jolted the region on Wednesday afternoon, those buildings and the lives within them came crashing down. Continue reading...
Global
Tallest building in Beijing is damaged after small plane reportedly crashed into it
Beijing’s tallest building showed signs of damage on Friday as images and videos circulating on social media appeared to show debris from an aircraft near the building
Technology
Tech stocks just had one of their worst weeks in a year. Here’s how AI momentum went off the rails.
It one of the worst weeks for tech stocks of the year, and Wall Street spent much of it confronting a question it had been too euphoric to ask: what exactly are we getting for all this AI spending?
Markets
Tesla Settles Lawsuit Over Deadly Crash Involving Full Self-Driving
Tesla Inc. has quietly resolved a lawsuit stemming from a fatal 2023 crash that precipitated a defect investigation into the carmaker’s automated-driving technology. The collision involved 71-year-old Johna Story, who had stepped out of her vehicle on an Arizona highway …
Markets
Texas Landowners Grapple With a Raft of Gas Pipelines
In 2022, Ty and Leslie Eggemeyer received a notice in the mail that would shape the next four years of their lives. Their nearly 4,000-acre wildlife resort in Lampasas County — featuring everything from giraffes to wildebeests and gazelles — …
Global
Texas education board approves Bible stories as required reading in public schools
The Texas education board on Friday approved a required reading list for more than 5 million public school students that includes Bible passages, widening conservative efforts to push Christian teachings in U.S. classrooms.
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Texas makes Bible passages required reading for millions of public school students
Critics say mandating Bible reading for over 5m students breaches constitutional separation of church and state The Texas education board has approved a broad new statewide reading list that, for the first time, will make passages from the Bible required reading for more than 5 million public school students. Under the new initiative, Bible stories will become mandatory reading for millions of public school students in addition to a more standard collection of books, renewing debate over growing efforts in the US to increase the role of religion in classrooms. Continue reading...
News
Texas school board to vote on required Bible readings in public education
The Texas board of education is set to vote on a required reading list for more than 5 million public school students that includes stories and passages from the Bible
Technology
The 10 Best Honeymoon Airbnbs from Around the World
From the Greek islands to Bali, we tracked down the best honeymoon Airbnbs from around the world. Here's where to book for a romantic getaway.
Technology
The Battle for Sullivan’s Island
Marshy, sandy terrain and an impassable inlet helped colonial forces repel British forces during a pivotal battle on the barrier island near Charleston, South Carolina, on June 28, 1776.
Technology
The Best Stereo and AV Receivers to Shop in 2026
The rise in popularity of soundbars and powered speakers over the years has diminished the necessity for a stereo receiver, but it’s still one of the most important components in a classic home audio or home theater system. It’s easy to overlook if you’re setting up your first system, especially if you’ve only ever used […]
Culture
The Brides Proposed With Prada—and Tied the Knot at New York City Hall
Claire Yao proposed to Johara House with a Prada shoe—the same one she would eventually wear to the couple’s intimate New York City Hall elopement.
Technology
The Countdown to the USMCA Review is On. Here’s What’s At Stake.
Trump has rebranded USMCA—which he once called “the most important trade deal we've ever made"—to simply “irrelevant.”
Culture
The Guardian view on Frida Kahlo the icon: a thin line between canonisation and commercialisation | Editorial
The Mexican artist’s legacy is far greater than the kitsch. She is a much-loved symbol of rebellion and resilience Even before it opened this week, Tate Modern’s Frida: The Making of an Icon was a smash hit. With more than 50,000 advance tickets, it is the highest pre‑selling show in Tate history, beating David Hockney in 2017. This is “the Fridamania” that the exhibition sets out to explore, charting Frida Kahlo’s rise from little-known Mexican artist to global phenomenon. During her lifetime, Kahlo was overshadowed by her painter husband, Diego Rivera. Last year, the sale of one of her self-portraits broke the record for the most expensive work by a female artist. It is not just her art that makes millions. There are more than 100,000 objects bearing her face to buy online. From candles to sanitary towels to a Barbie doll (whiter and with a toned-down
Technology
The Mission review – a surgeon saves lives in war-torn Gaza in a visceral portrait of human endurance
Mohammad Tahir and his colleagues operate through bombing and blackouts in barely functional hospitals – but there are moments of relief amid the documentary’s tragedy and gore What this documentary might lack in film-making finesse it makes up for with sheer visceral and emotional impact. British nerve surgeon Mohammad Tahir and his colleagues, who also work the cameras, toil in Gaza’s barely operational hospitals during some of the worst days and nights of the war in the winter of 2024-25. Supported by US-based charity FAJR Global , who provide medical care to the world’s most in need, Tahir operates through bombings and blackouts with a bare minimum of medical supplies, sometimes treating patients lying on the floor in puddles of blood because there are no gurneys. This is often hard to watch, and not just because of all the gore; many of the victims are children, out of whom Tahir an
Technology
The beautiful shame
While European tourists marvel at ranch dressing, Buc-ee's, and other wonders of Middle America, would-be World Cup attendees from Africa, Asia, and the Middle East have experienced a different American pastime: exclusion. President Donald Trump's nakedly racist immigration policies have prevented scores of people from traveling to the United States for the event - even, […] While European tourists marvel at ranch dressing , Buc-ee's, and other wonders of Middle America , would-be World Cup attendees from Africa, Asia, and the Middle East have experienced a different American pastime: exclusion. President Donald Trump's nakedly racist immigration policies have prevented scores of people from traveling to the United States for the event - even, in some cases, the players themselves. Swiss forward Breel Embolo wasn't allowed to board the team's flight to the US because of a criminal
Markets
The housing bill’s back on track to becoming law. Here’s what it does for affordability.
A bipartisan housing package appears once again close to becoming U.S. law, albeit with a delay after President Donald Trump canceled a signing ceremony for the legislation on Wednesday.
Global
The scars of war among survivors in Sudan
The war in Sudan has left deep scars, with thousands dead and millions displaced
Technology
The sounds of Dua Lipa interrupt Portugal coach Martínez's World Cup news conference
A special guest crashed Portugal coach Roberto Martínez’s news conference Friday: Grammy winner Dua Lipa
Culture
The week around the world in 20 pictures
The earthquake in Venezuela, a brutal heatwave in Europe, the resignation of Keir Starmer and the World Cup – the past seven days as captured by the world’s leading photojournalists Warning: this gallery contains images some readers may find distressing Continue reading...
Technology
These Collaborations Between High-End Hotels and Luxury Designers Are Worth Adding to Cart — No Plane Ticket Required
Summer's hottest couple? Hospitality and style, of course.
Technology
These are the best deals you can still get on MacBooks before Apple’s price hike kicks in
Apple just raised the prices on Macs and iPads in response to the rising costs of memory chips, right in the middle of Amazon Prime Day. That means existing discounts (even small ones) on Apple laptops like the MacBook Neo, MacBook Air, and MacBook Pro just became significantly better deals. As an example, the 13-inch […] Apple just raised the prices on Macs and iPads in response to the rising costs of memory chips , right in the middle of Amazon Prime Day . That means existing discounts (even small ones) on Apple laptops like the MacBook Neo, MacBook Air, and MacBook Pro just became significantly better deals. As an example, the 13-inch MacBook Air M5 that used to start at $1,099 and is currently on sale for $949.99 (at Costco ) will soon carry a full retail price of $1,299. That initial $150 discount just became a savings of $350 compared to Apple’s upcoming pricing. There&
California
They asked 6,000 Californians about inequality and learned how we live with it
A conversation with G. Cristina Mora and Tianna S. Paschel, authors of “Normalizing Inequality: How Californians Make Sense of the Growing Divide”
Global
They quit the West for Russia's traditional values. It wasn't what they expected
The BBC asks Westerners who moved to Russia if life there lives up to expectations.
California
They worked as early Hollywood artists with little recognition — until now
The UC Irvine Langson Orange County Museum of Art's latest exhibition highlights uncredited artists who made significant creative contributions to early Hollywood.
California
They're finally too old for it in the middling clip reel 'Jackass: Best and Last'
After four gross-out features that occasionally reached cinematic greatness, Johnny Knoxville and the gang gather for a hasty and underwhelming final hurrah.
Global
Think your parent is neurodivergent? Here’s what you need to know
Up to 97% of autistic people over 60 are undiagnosed. Experts offer up advice for family members on how to support this ‘neglected generation’ There has been a huge shift in awareness around neurodiversity recently, with improved provision for children in schools and increased middle-age diagnosis and detection in women. Still, one group has remained underserved when it comes to support; adults over 60. A recent study estimated that 89-97% of autistic people over 60 are undiagnosed, leading experts in the field, such as Dr Louise Rutter (who last year co-authored a report on the subject for the British Psychological Society) to brand them a “neglected generation”. It’s an issue facing adult children who might be caring for older parents and recognising traits of autism and ADHD. You may be wondering where to find support – or whether that’s the best course of action (the experts say it i
Technology
This Senior Member Solves Complex Product Lifecycle Challenges
What do an instinct to fix things and the 1999 global panic over whether computers would survive the date change to 2000, known as the Y2K bug, have in common? Both helped shape IEEE Senior Member Ajay Prasad ’s career. Prasad is an industry process director at Dassault Systèmes in Detroit. His focus is global oversight of industry process experts specializing in Enovia , a product lifecycle management (PLM) solution and one of the company’s flagship products. Ajay Prasad Employer Dassault Systèmes in Detroit Title Industry process director Member grade Senior member Alma maters Bangalore University, in Bengaluru, India; and the University of Birmingham, England As a child growing up in Bangalore, India, his curiosity to build real-world solutions was ignited by his father, a mechanical engineer. Prasad’s father often fixed things around the house, including cars and bicycles. His abilit
Global
This sunrise alarm clock has actually made my mornings easier – and it’s on sale now
If you need to do away with an unsightly device that incites more nightmares than sweet dreams, the viral Hatch Restore 3 Sunrise Alarm Clock is 20% off Sign up for the Filter US newsletter, your weekly guide to buying fewer, better things The jolt of pre-programmed alarm sounds that come with most smartphones is upsetting enough to swear off alarms altogether. After doing an obsessive amount of research on alarm clocks that could make crack-of-dawn wake ups a little more bearable – and even enjoyable – I landed on the Hatch Restore Sunrise Alarm Clock five years ago. Since then, my husband and I have delicately woken up to the sound of birds and wind instruments, better rested than ever before. Given the Hatch’s viral popularity – it’s now in its third iteration – I’m not the only one who loves it. If you, too, have been looking to do away with an unsightly device on your nightstand tha
Technology
This video bird feeder is the surprise hit of Prime Day
I can understand why The Verge readers are flocking to the BirdBuddy deal we posted at the beginning of Prime Day. The BirdBuddy Pro with Solar Panels is a wholesome upgrade for your yard, but the full price of $299 is tough to stomach. After all, the BirdBuddy is essentially a video doorbell and solar […] I can understand why The Verge readers are flocking to the BirdBuddy deal we posted at the beginning of Prime Day. The BirdBuddy Pro with Solar Panels is a wholesome upgrade for your yard, but the full price of $299 is tough to stomach. After all, the BirdBuddy is essentially a video doorbell and solar panels stuck to a bird feeder, something you could assemble yourself in an hour for under $100. Specialized features like bird recognition and naming are locked behind a subscription , so you’re looking at a potentially costly investment for your yard. On the other hand, the discou
Global
Three unusual things about the King's tax bill
King Charles paid £12.9m in tax for 2024-2025 - here's what we know about his unique tax situation.
Technology
Tim Robbins, Sissy Spacek Join Emma Stone, Chris Pine in Romantic Comedy ‘The Catch’
Shawn Levy's 21 Laps is producing the Universal comedy along with Fruit Tree, the banner run by Stone and Dave McCary.
Technology
Tom Hardy Is Crossing Over to Music With a [Checks Notes] Rap Album
The English actor will embody his Frankie Pulitzer persona again for a collaboration LP with hip-hop supergroup Czarface
Culture
Tom Hardy to Release Collab Album With CZARFACE: Check Out New Single ‘Brothers Grimm’
The actor goes by Frankie Pulitzer, aka "Face Puller," when he's in rapper mode -- and he can spit.
California
Tom Sandoval's girlfriend Victoria Robinson arrested after patio fire pit altercation
Court documents and video reveal a fight involving a lit fire pit that led to the domestic battery arrest of Tom Sandoval's girlfriend Victoria Robinson.
Culture
Too cool for school? Why some men keep wearing jeans – even in a heatwave
As Andy Burnham stuck to his ‘cool dad’ look while the UK sweltered, many in the Paris fashion pack did the same For many, dressing for an extreme heatwave means wearing as little as possible. But for some men, not even record-breaking temperatures can dissuade them from pulling on their favourite pair of jeans. This week as temperatures in the UK rose sharply on the back of the climate crisis , Andy Burnham stuck to his tried and tested “cool dad” combination of dark jeans with a dark blue (not black as he pointed out to Kemi Badenoch) T-shirt as he made his way to London to be sworn in as MP for Makerfield. Continue reading...
Technology
Toronto Film Market Attracts More Than 150 Sales and Promotional Companies
The first-ever Toronto film market has attracted more than 150 sales companies and promotional bodies. The bazaar, known as TIFF: The Market, takes place Sept. 10-16, running as part of the Toronto Film Festival. Among the confirmed exhibitors are Goodfellas, Anton, Playtime, AGC Studios, CAA, Pyramide, XYZ Films, WME, FilmNation, UTA and more. Last week, […]
Science
TotalEnergies Must Address Climate Risks Linked to its Products, French Court Rules
French oil major TotalEnergies must disclose the climate risks linked to emissions from its oil and gas products and set out plans to mitigate them, a Paris court ruled on Thursday. The ruling is a partial victory for climate change …
Technology
Traffic Flows Through Hormuz Despite Shock Container Ship Attack
An attack on a container vessel sailing through the Strait of Hormuz has prompted some shipowners to review exit plans, but traffic continued to flow in both directions through the vital thoroughfare on Friday. Two fully laden tankers are heading …
Science
Trouble Getting Weight Loss Drugs Covered by Insurance? Here’s What To Know
If your doctor prescribes a GLP-1 medication for weight loss but your insurance won’t cover it, you have options.
Technology
Trump Calls Attack on Evergreen Ship in Hormuz ‘Foolish Violation’ of Ceasefire
The strike on the Ever Lovely prompted the IMO to pause its vessel evacuation process, renewing uncertainty over shipping through the conflict-ridden Strait of Hormuz.
Technology
Trump Mobile will take your $499 right now
Where's the Trump phone? We're going to keep talking about it every week. We still don't have the phones we preordered yet, but this week the T1 hit open sale, no deposit required. Trump Mobile's T1 Phone is now available for anyone to buy directly. The phone has previously trickled out to a small number […] Yours for $499 (plus tax and an indeterminate amount of time for processing and shipping). | Screenshot: Trump Mobile Where's the Trump phone? We're going to keep talking about it every week . We still don't have the phones we preordered yet, but this week the T1 hit open sale, no deposit required. Trump Mobile's T1 Phone is now available for anyone to buy directly. The phone has previously trickled out to a small number of preorder customers - though The Verge is still waiting for both of its handsets - but now you can claim your own without having to place a $100 deposit. And
Technology
Trump accuses Iran of ceasefire breach after Strait of Hormuz attack
A Singapore-flagged ship was struck crossing the waterway on Thursday, prompting a large-scale evacuation to be paused.
Technology
Trump eases pressure on Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh as inflation tops 4%
President Donald Trump's economic advisors are giving Warsh space, as the new Fed chairman, on interest rates as the president repeats calls to cut.
Technology
Trump finds partner in supreme court in his war against immigration
Recent rulings have bolstered president’s pitiless campaign against people of colour fleeing violence and disaster In the US supreme court, it seems Donald Trump has found loyalists in his crusade against immigration and immigrants. In a pair of rulings Thursday, the court allowed the Trump administration to end humanitarian protections that have granted people from Haiti and Syria the right to live and work legally in the US for more than a decade, and cleared way for the government to turn away asylum seekers at the US-Mexico border by physically blocking them from setting foot on US soil. And on Tuesday, the court granted border officials broad discretion to deport lawful permanent residents or green card holders. Continue reading...
Technology
Trump forced to drain the reflecting pool swamp – podcast
The Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool in Washington DC will have to be drained again. Donald Trump has blamed vandalism for the failure to keep the water “American flag blue”. But what if this small body of water is proof that the president can’t outrun the truth? Jonathan Freedland speaks to Arwa Mahdawi about why this project, which has cost the taxpayer millions, is proving to be such an embarrassing failure for a man obsessed with image Archive: AP, Reuters Continue reading...
Technology
Trump threatens 100% tariff on European nations over tech tax
The US president says "Numerous European countries" have been discussing bringing in such a levy.
Technology
Trump threatens 100% tariffs on countries putting 'Digital Services Tax on American Companies'
"This TARIFF will supersede Trade Deals made with the Country, whether implemented, signed, or not," President Donald Trump wrote in a Truth Social post.
Global
Trump threatens 100% tax on European imports
President Donald Trump is threatening a 100% tariff on imports from any country that imposes a tax on digital services provided by United States companies
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Trump threatens 100% tax on European imports if countries impose tax on digital services
"Please let this statement serve to represent that any Country that imposes such a Tax will immediately be met with a 100% TARIFF on any and all Goods sent to the United States of America," Trump wrote in a post on social media.
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Trump's TPS policy is a 'job killer' and bad for Ohio, Gov. DeWine says
A Supreme Court ruling this week cleared the way for the Trump administration to end temporary protected status for Haitians and Syrians. One of the states that could face the biggest impact is Ohio, where more than 10,000 Haitian migrants have settled. Republican Gov. Mike DeWine called the move a mistake. He joined Amna Nawaz to discuss the ruling and what it means for communities in his state.
Global
Turkey 3-2 USA: World Cup 2026 – live
⚽️ Third-place table | Player guide | Tables | Questions for readers: 1. Who’s your favorite all-time Turkey player? Mine: Hakan Şükür, “the Bull of the Bosphorus.” Continue reading...
Culture
Two Illegal Aliens Sentenced in International ATM “Jackpotting” Conspiracy with Ties to Tren de Aragua
Carlos Javier Padron, 36, an illegal alien from Venezuela, was sentenced yesterday to 78 months in prison for his role in a conspiracy to deploy malware and steal millions of dollars from ATMs in the United States, a crime commonly referred to as “ATM jackpotting.”
Culture
Two Men Sentenced to a Total of Over 21 Years in Prison for Roles in Carjacking and Robbery
A federal judge sentenced Marterrio Armstrong, 21, of Memphis, Tennessee, and Jacam’Ron McIntosh, 21, of Oxford, Mississippi, to eight and one-half years and 13 years in prison, respectively, for a carjacking at gunpoint.
Technology
Two years ago, she was delivering Amazon parcels - now she's an international star
The R&B singer broke out with the single Worst Behaviour, which she sold on a custom-built website.
Technology
U.N. maritime agency pauses plan to evacuate ships through the Strait of Hormuz after vessel attacked
U.N. maritime agency pauses plan to evacuate ships through the Strait of Hormuz after vessel attacked
Markets
U.S. confirms retaliatory strike on Iran, pushing oil prices higher in after-hours trading
Oil futures settled lower to post a third-straight weekly loss on Friday, but moved up in extended trading after the U.S. military confirmed a retaliatory strike on Iran.
Technology
U.S. crude oil falls below $70, resuming losses after attack on cargo ship near Oman
Oil extended declines on Friday, with markets focused any further breakthroughs in the Middle East conflict, while digesting a flurry of news from the region.
Technology
U.S. strikes Iran after Trump accuses Tehran of ceasefire violation in Strait of Hormuz
The attack comes as the United States and Iran are supposed to be engaging in a 60-period of no hostilities as they hold talks to end their war.
Technology
U.S. strikes Iran after drones target cargo ship in Strait of Hormuz
On Friday, the U.S. military conducted new strikes against Iran in response to what President Trump said was Tehran's violation of the ceasefire. Nick Schifirin reports.
Global
U.S. strikes Iran in response to drone attack on cargo ship that Trump says violated ceasefire
The strikes came shortly after Trump told reporters, "You'll find out," whether the U.S. would respond to a drone attack a day earlier on a cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz.
Technology
U.S.-Iran peace deal grants access to Tehran's nuclear sites, UN watchdog says
"The technical work has started, and we hope to be there soon," IAEA chief Rafael Grossi said at a news conference in Japan on Friday.
Global
UK search team join the rescue effort
The 68-strong team left Brize Norton airbase on Friday onboard an RAF plane carrying aid supplies.
Technology
UN agency pauses Hormuz ship evacuation plan after first vessel attack under peace deal
The pause follows a container ship being struck near the coast of Oman on Thursday, with a U.S. official saying that Iran was responsible for the attack.
Global
UN calls for ‘prompt investigations’ of deaths in US immigration custody
High commissioner for human rights calls for ‘those responsible for violations of the law’ to be held to account US politics live – latest updates The United Nations high commissioner for human rights, Volker Türk, on Friday raised the alarm internationally about deaths in US government immigration custody and called for “prompt, independent, impartial and effective investigations”. Türk’s call came as the Trump administration faced investigations by watchdogs at its own Department of Homeland Security (DHS) into deaths and use of force against people detained in its expanding immigration detention system across the country. Continue reading...
Culture
US State Department Seeks Designs ‘Exemplifying America’s Exceptionalism’ for Venice Architecture Biennale
The ideal design would help “counter negative perceptions and advance safety and security in the United States and worldwide,” according to the guidelines.
Global
US military strikes Iran in response to attack on cargo ship, Pentagon says – live
Announcement of strikes come after Donald Trump was asked if Iran would face consequences for attack in strait of Hormuz US says it struck Iran targets after attack on cargo ship on the strait of Hormuz Sign up for the Breaking News US email Hayes went on: As national security adviser to the president of the United States, Mr Bolton had access to and was responsible for safeguarding the most sensitive national defense information, including classified material. Mr Bolton knew how to handle classified information, where it should be stored, how it should be stored, and with whom he could share that information. Continue reading...
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US sanctions Rwanda gold refinery accused of smuggling DR Congo's minerals
The US alleges Gasabo Gold Refinery smuggled at least 60kg of gold in early 2026.
Technology
US says it struck Iran targets after attack on cargo ship in the strait of Hormuz
Strikes against military facilities were in response to drone attack a day earlier on a cargo vessel The US has struck Iran in a tit-for-tat response to a drone strike on a cargo ship, as the ceasefire between the US and Iran that reopened the strait of Hormuz undergoes its greatest test yet. The US strikes targeted multiple missile and drone facilities in Iran near the strait of Hormuz and on Qeshm Island on Friday in what appeared to be a limited strike meant to respond to Iran’s attack on a Singapore-flagged cargo ship without escalating the conflict. Continue reading...
Technology
US soldier dies after being run over by armored vehicle in training incident
Adrian Bonsey, a 29-year-old combat engineer assigned to the 3rd Infantry Division at Fort Stewart, died during a large-scale training exercise.
Technology
United States Seizes Hundreds of Internet Domains Used to Illegally Stream World Cup Matches
The Department of Justice announced today the seizure of nearly 400 sites that were engaged in the unauthorized streaming of matches in the FIFA World Cup Finals in violation of U.S. copyright law.
Culture
Untitled Art, Houston Lines Up 95 Galleries for Sophomore Edition in October
The fair runs October 2–4, with a VIP preview on October 1.
Culture
Upstate Art Weekend Opens For 7th Edition—Here Are 5 Shows to See
With over 150 shows on the calendar, the weekend can be a bit overwhelming to plan. We've picked out five that are worth the trek.
Technology
Utah governor restricts fireworks as largest US wildfire surges uncontained
Utah's governor has restricted fireworks as the largest wildfire in the nation continues to grow
Culture
Vatican Museums Launch Major Restoration of Raphael’s Famous Frescoes
Created by Raphael for Pope Leo X, the Loggias have decorated a corridor in the Apostolic Palace for centuries.
Markets
Venezuela Seeks Quake Survivors as Death Toll Hits 589
The death toll from twin earthquakes that rocked Venezuela rose to at least 589 with nearly 3,000 more injured, as rescue teams desperately clear away rubble to reach trapped victims. The powerful 7.2 and 7.5 earthquakes struck within a minute …
California
Venezuela death toll nears 1,000 as aid workers from L.A. and across the globe arrive
L.A. County dispatched a 73-person contingent to Venezuela, including search-and-rescue teams, canine units, doctors and structural experts.
Culture
Venezuela earthquakes: 589 confirmed dead so far as international rescue teams arrive – as it happened
This blog is now closed, you can read more on this story here China’s president Xi Jinping said Beijing was ready to provide Venezuela with “disaster relief and reconstruction” assistance. Xi sent a message of condolence to Venezuela’s interim president Delcy Rodríguez today, according to Chinese state news agency Xinhua. Continue reading...
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Venezuela quake death toll reaches 920 as interim president vows to save ‘as many as possible’
Delcy Rodríguez says foreign rescue teams are arriving as anger grows at official response and limited resources Survivors tell of ‘brutal and fast’ Venezuela quake as hunt for survivors goes on Venezuela’s interim president, Delcy Rodríguez, has vowed to fight to save “as many people as possible” as the official death toll from the country’s worst earthquake in more than a century almost doubled, but frustration was growing at the perceived sluggishness of the government’s response. Rodríguez’s brother, Jorge, who is the president of the national assembly, said on Friday that the official number of dead had risen to 920. Delcy Rodríguez had earlier said that almost 3,000 people were injured. Speaking during a tour of La Guaira, the most devastated region , she said foreign search and rescue groups were starting to arrive. Continue reading...
Culture
Venezuelans hope online posts will bring news of missing after devastating earthquakes
People in Venezuela and abroad are desperately searching for loved ones after two powerful earthquakes struck Wednesday evening
Technology
Venezuelans in the US rush to send aid to earthquake victims, but Caracas airport is closed
Venezuelan migrants living in the U.S. are rushing to send aid to family and friends stricken by devastating earthquakes in their home country
Culture
Vetements Spring 2027 Menswear
Vetements Spring 2027 Menswear
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Vice President JD Vance Jokes Diddy Is a ‘Great Christian Theologian’ While Promoting New Book
The vice president has a chapter in his book entitled "More Money, More Problems."
Technology
Volkswagen plans to cut 15% of its workforce and close four German plants, report says
Auto giant Volkswagen is reportedly planning to cut 100,000 jobs and end production at four German plants over the coming years.
Global
WATCH: Car explosion sparks wildfire in Arizona
A massive car explosion caught on camera sparked a wildfire in Arizona, forcing the closure of Highway 87 outside of Phoenix.
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WATCH: FAA investigating Boeing 777 that was dangerously low to the ground in Texas
According to flight radar data, the plane was less than 25 feet off the ground.
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WATCH: Grizzly bear in Canada threatens woman and dog, video shows
As the bear closed in on them, the woman can be heard yelling to scare it off – and said she threw a cup to distract it.
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WATCH: LA Chargers put spotlight on service dogs
Heather Birdsall, vice president of community relations for the LA Chargers, shares how the NFL team helps raise the profile of service dogs in training.
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WATCH: Missing giraffe in Texas finally found after two-week search
David Muir reports on the rescue mission to bring the young giraffe home after she escaped from a ranch.
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WATCH: The 90s toys making a comeback
Parenting expert Bethany Braun-Silva explains why old trends are coming back and how they’re beneficial for this generation of children.
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WATCH: Trump receives report from Religious Liberty Commission in the Oval Office
A new report by a Trump administration commission suggests replacing the idea of separating church and state with the idea of building bridges between them.
Technology
WATCH: Trump speaks at Faith and Freedom Coalition policy conference
Trump claimed that "religion is back in our country, bigger and stronger than it has been in many, many years" and ticked through steps his administration has taken, including establishing a White House Faith Office and ending what he described as persecution of Christians by the government.
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WATCH: Utah couple celebrates 60th wedding anniversary at Taco Bell
Mickey and Jo-Ann Muhlstein, both 81, chose a local Taco Bell to host their vow renewal ceremony.
Technology
WNBA suspends Alyssa Thomas for 1 game over hit to Caitlin Clark's throat
The WNBA has suspended Phoenix's Alyssa Thomas for one game after she made contact with her fist to Caitlin Clark's throat in Wednesday night's matchup against Indiana.
Technology
Walmart heir Lukas Walton buys minority stake in the Chicago Bulls and United Center
Lukas Walton is the 39-year-old grandson of Walmart founder Sam Walton. He and his wife, Samantha, are residents of Chicago.
Technology
Warner Bros. Reanimating 60s Cult TV Show ‘Dark Shadows’ (Exclusive)
Warner Bros. Animation is reimagining the ABC series as an adult animation series.
Technology
Watch Charli XCX Let Loose in Video for New Song “Wink Wink”
It’s the pop star’s third preview of Music, Fashion, Film
Global
Watch: Elephant smashes through bus windscreen during attack
Footage shows the moment a wild elephant attacked a bus carrying air force personnel in Sri Lanka.
Global
Watch: Moment woman pulled from rubble alive
First responders and volunteers pulled a survivor from under the rubble of a collapsed building in La Guaira.
Global
Watch: Native Americans mark 150th anniversary of Little Bighorn victory
The June 1876 battle saw Indigenous warriors unite to defeat US Lt Col George Armstrong Custer and more than 200 of his soldiers.
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Weather tracker: Heatwave expected to bring Germany and Poland to 40C
Austrian Grand Prix declares heat hazard as dramatic rise in temperatures forecast in central and northern Europe Temperatures are forecast to rise dramatically in parts of central and northern Europe this weekend as the intense heatwave continues . In Germany and Poland, highs up to or exceeding 40C (104F) are expected on both Saturday and Sunday, days after swathes of France experienced similar extreme temperatures. The Austrian Grand Prix, taking place this weekend in Spielberg, has declared a heat hazard , the first race to do so this season. Temperatures are expected to rise into the low 30s celsius during the race, almost 10C warmer than usual for the venue. Across Europe, the intense heat has led to severe thunderstorms. In the Sverdlovsk region of central Russia, a strong tornado was reported on the evening of 22 June. Rated a 3 out of 5 on the international Fujita scale, the twi
Culture
Week in wildlife: paddling deer, a spring-loaded penguin and a rare sand cat
This week’s best wildlife photographs from around the world Continue reading...
Markets
What Happens to Property Pricing in ’27, Insurance, Reinsurance Execs Ask
Insurance and reinsurance executives speaking at a recent industry conference said there were few surprises during midyear 2026 reinsurance renewals—with past overreactions on price hikes explaining this year’s declines. “The question that’s going to be super relevant is: Where are …
Culture
What Vogue Editors Are Buying on Prime Day 2026
Last call! Here’s what Vogue editors are actually shopping on Prime Day 2026—from beauty deals to fashion discounts and everything in between.
Science
What is pulmonary hypertension and why would a new GLP-1 help?
A report about unusual access to an experimental obesity drug has raised interest in the condition pulmonary hypertension.
California
What the federal probe of Newsom and the first partner means for his presidential ambitions
Gavin Newsom has rocketed to the top of the shadow campaign for president. A federal investigation into the Newsoms could either boost or torpedo his ambitions.
Global
What we miss when we ignore male infertility
How could the system better support men who have been told they might have a fertility issue?
Global
Whereabouts of nearly 300 people with Ebola unknown in DR Congo
Fears over ‘huge community transmission’ as modelling predicts thousands of deaths in DRC by September The whereabouts of almost 300 people who have tested positive for Ebola in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is unknown, according to Africa’s top public health official. The humanitarian crisis amid the conflict in the affected areas means more than 1 million people are living in camps to which health workers have no access, Dr Jean Kaseya, director general of the Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), said on Thursday. Continue reading...
Culture
White House Historical Association’s $7.2 M. Rockwells Are Finally on View
A four-panel painting was made for the Saturday Evening Post in 1943.
Technology
Why a reported delay for OpenAI’s listing complicates further the picture for tech stocks
SoftBank shares slumped Friday following a report that OpenAi may delay its IPO until next year.
Culture
Why did Tucker Carlson and Marjorie Taylor Greene leave the Republican party? | Geoffrey Kabaservice
Disillusioned America firsters, like Carson and Greene, are angry at Trump’s foreign interventions, may sit out the midterm elections Former Fox News host Tucker Carlson and former Republican representative Marjorie Taylor Greene – once among Donald Trump ’s most prominent champions – announced recently that they have left the Republican party. Both rightwing superstars had feuded with the president throughout his second term, but their split was provoked by Trump’s war with Iran and what they viewed as his elevation of foreign affairs over domestic concerns like inflation and high gas prices. Although both have said that they will not support Democrats, their defection points to serious divisions within the Republican party that could weaken its prospects in the midterm elections and beyond. Geoffrey Kabaservice is the director of political studies at the Niskanen Center in Washington,
Global
Why more school districts are limiting screen time for students
The nation's second-largest school district imposed strict new limits on screen time for its roughly 400,000 students. The Los Angeles Unified School District policy is the latest example of a growing backlash against technology in classrooms nationwide. William Brangham discussed the new rules and the rationale behind them with Nick Melvoin, a member of the Los Angeles School Board.
Technology
Why the Trump Administration Is Defending Musk’s xAI Data Centers in Court
A lawsuit over unpermitted gas turbines used to power adata center for Elon Musk’s company xAI Corp. and its AI assistant Grok has become an unexpected test for the US government’s authority over air pollution. The US Department of Justice …
Technology
Willy Chavarria Spring 2027: Don’t Sweat It
Willy Chavarria was thinking of ways to keep cool — both physically and mentally — with a collection full of light texture and joyful color.
Technology
Women started asking for raises decades ago — so why is the gender pay gap even wider?
New data show women negotiate just as much as men, but corporate systems keep pushing them down
Global
Xi Jinping has hosted more than a dozen leaders this year, as ‘middle powers’ look beyond the US
China’s leader wants to promote his alternative to the current world order, and his efforts are being assisted by a capricious US Xi Jinping meets Bangladesh’s new prime minister on Friday, the latest in a wave of world leaders to visit Beijing this year as the Chinese leader builds his influence and economic ties, and seeks to “shift the balance of power” away from the west. Xi’s meeting with Tarique Rahman comes less than two weeks after the Chinese leader welcomed Myanmar’s military chief-turned-president, Min Aung Hlaing, in Beijing. Continue reading...
Culture
Yes, You Too Probably Need a Prenup
Clarity is often the least romantic thing in the world—right up until the moment when you desperately need it.
Culture
Your Social Security benefits could be cut by a quarter in 2032. Here's what to know
Americans' Social Security benefits will have to be cut by roughly a quarter in six years due to depleted funds, according to a June 9 report from the Social Security Board of Trustees. That's months sooner than the group had estimated in 2025.
Technology
‘1923’ Star Darren Mann Signs With Paradigm (EXCLUSIVE)
Darren Mann has signed with talent agency Paradigm for representation, Variety has learned exclusively. He continues to be repped at Principal Entertainment, Webster Talent, and by attorney Jared Bloch. Mann most recently appeared in “1923,” the hit “Yellowstone” prequel that streamed on Paramount+. The show served as a followup to the previous “Yellowstone” prequel “1883.” […]
Culture
‘A beauty pageant in athletic form’: how cheerleading show America’s Sweethearts became a Netflix megahit
The film-makers and stars of the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders docu-series explain the sisterhood and fights for fair pay behind the pompoms It’s been 30 years since the Dallas Cowboys – who have long billed themselves as America’s Team – won the Super Bowl. But now, thanks to Greg Whiteley’s Netflix docu-series America’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders, the most reliable and globally recognizable arm of the Cowboys brand may no longer be the men playing football, but the women dancing on the sidelines. “The footballers are gonna break your heart,” one fan says in the Season 3 finale. “But the cheerleaders are gonna leave you with a smile.” Continue reading...
Technology
‘Bouchra’ Review: Animated Memoir Explores Diasporic Queer Identity and the Fraught Bonds Between Mothers and Daughters
In “Bouchra,” directors Merriam Bennani and Orian Bakri use animation to tell an intimate story taken from Bennani’s life, creating a distance from personal narrative. Instead of making a documentary where Bennani confronts her own family, or translating it into a drama with actors, they have created a world in which human emotion is told […]
Technology
‘Camp’ Director Avalon Fast on Making a Visually Dazzling Witchcraft Movie: Evoke ‘Sacredness’ and ‘Magic’ From the Remote Shoot
“Camp” writer and director Avalon Fast has a wonderfully specific genre designated for her film: “A bunch of girls in the woods doing weird stuff.” As if that doesn’t sell a ticket already, trust that Fast’s dreamy vision of friendship, queerness and the occult is a singular experience. “Camp,” in theaters now via Dark Sky […]
Global
‘Chock full of incredible animals’: marine expedition uncovers 31 new species in two weeks
Experts worked in ocean midwater off Brazil at near-record speeds thanks to cutting-edge tech A marine biology expedition in international waters off the coast of Brazil has discovered 31 new species in just two weeks. The researchers believe the speed at which the species were found and identified may be a record, in part because of the cutting-edge technology designed and built by the science and engineering team. For the first time on board a ship, the researchers were able to observe the living 3D cellular structure of microbial life thanks to a technological breakthrough nicknamed the Squid. Continue reading...
Technology
‘Culpables’ and ‘My Fault’ Author Mercedes Ron Signs First-Look Deal With Amazon MGM
Amazon MGM has signed a first-look deal with Mercedes Ron, doubling down on an already hugely successful partnership with the bestselling author behind some of the biggest global hits on Prime Video. A Wattpad breakout, Ron is the writer of the “Culpables” trilogy of YA romantic fiction books, the Spanish-language movie adaptations of which have […]
Technology
‘Dutton Ranch’ Episode 8: While Two Sons Betray Their Families and Two Others Have a Shotgun Standoff, Carter Keeps Falling Off Horses and Puking
SPOILER ALERT: This post contains spoilers from the eighth episode of “Dutton Ranch,” “Whiskey Limits,” which is now streaming on Paramount+. The ending of last week’s “Dutton Ranch” was bonkers: Beulah (Annette Bening) had a heart attack or stroke, triggered by an emotional Carter (Finn Little) drunkenly vandalizing her taxidermy at the 10 Petal gala. Will […]
Culture
‘Elon Musk is dangerous and crazy. And I kind of used to like him’: Interpol on their political awakening – and making their masterpiece
They were a big 00s buzz band – but looked in danger of fading out. Empowered by fatherhood and anger at war and AI, the New Yorkers explain why they ‘really showed up’ again Suits. Gnomic poetry. Moody, insistent riffs. It used to be that you’d know what to expect from NYC rockers Interpol. The band’s first two albums, in the early 00s, were blockbuster successes, shifting half a million units each thanks to dramatic songs also fit for jerking around at an indie disco. Interpol duly jumped up to a major label, but then quickly fell back down again. Their talismanic bassist Carlos Dengler quit, and the band settled into a decade of solidly successful but pretty predictable albums. The most recent, 2022’s The Other Side of Make Believe, only reached No 178 on the US charts. So it’s a bit unexpected that their upcoming eighth album, This Mirror Weighs a Ton, is their masterpiece. “We just
Technology
‘Euphoria’ Star Chloe Cherry to Release Memoir
'Somewhere Dark and Hot' will recount Cherry's time working in the adult entertainment industry to her ascent into the public eye in Sam Levinson's HBO drama.
Global
‘Everyone is talking about Cape Verde’: World Cup run delights diaspora community in UK
Cape Verdeans in Britain feeling ‘incredibly proud’ after team’s hard-fought draws against Spain and Uruguay World Cup live – latest updates For as long as she can remember, 13-year-old Lauryn struggled to find a map that included Cape Verde. Now, to her great delight, the tiny African island nation is finally centre stage. “Seeing our country shown across the world at the World Cup makes me feel incredibly proud,” Lauryn says. “After the first match, everyone was talking about Cape Verde. People saw the talent and the skill of our players.” Continue reading...
Technology
‘Five Nights at Freddy’s 3’ Lands ‘It’ and ‘Annabelle’ Screenwriter Gary Dauberman
Freddy Fazbear’s Pizza’s killer animatronics are out for more blood. Blumhouse Atomic Monster has tapped Gary Dauberman to write the script for the next installment of “Five Nights at Freddy’s.” Dauberman has penned some of the most successful horror franchises of the past decade including “It,” “Annabelle” and “The Nun.” The two previous “Five Nights at […]
Technology
‘Five Nights at Freddy’s 3’ Taps Gary Dauberman to Pen Script
The writer behind the beloved 'It' and the 'Annabelle' movies is coming in to bring some fresh blood to the hit Blumhouse Atomic Monster video game movie franchise.
Technology
‘Fork in the road’: CEO of Amazon-backed Rivian on why carmakers need to invest in EVs
RJ Scaringe says firms focused on selling fossil fuel engines risk being ‘woefully behind’ on technology by end of decade Carmakers that focus on selling fossil fuel engines are at risk of being “woefully behind” on technology by the end of the decade, according to the boss of Rivian, an Amazon-backed US electric carmaker. RJ Scaringe, Rivian’s founder and chief executive, said the car industry has reached a “fork in the road” in the choice between short-term profits and the heavy investments, particularly in software, that will be required to survive. Continue reading...
Global
‘Have more joy! Believe in yourself!’ Legally Blonde is back – as a life-affirming TV prequel
Reese Witherspoon’s 00s movie is a beloved cult classic – and now she’s using a spinoff to battle these dark times. The creators of Elle talk miniskirts, car phones and why people need to take teenage girls more seriously If there’s a young adult romance on TV, we millennial women will watch it. Throw in a love triangle or an emotionally available hockey player having an open conversation about consent, and you’ve got yourself a recipe for a cultural phenomenon. Cover it in girlhood nostalgia and serve it to us every summer for our inner teenager to swoon over. Teen girl-centric dramas have taken streamers by storm in 2026, with love stories reminiscent of a Taylor Swift song that leave viewers smitten for boys half their age. The likes of hockey romance Off Campus or poetically charming drama Every Year After take a sensational soundtrack and add some coming-of-age pains, friendship dra
Culture
‘I can out-dance Bowie and Jagger!’ Martha Reeves on Motown, Dancing in the Street and smashing crockery with Dusty Springfield
Now 84, the voice of Heat Wave and Jimmy Mack is releasing a new album. She answers your questions on Marvin Gaye, popularising the roundabout and why she hates cover versions of her songs You were part of perhaps the richest and most exciting era of music since the German and Italian classics of the 19th century. How was it for you and what made it all tick? eamonmcc William Stevenson discovered me after I had won an amateur contest. It was like a dream come true that a producer would come and approach me and say, “You have talent, come to Hitsville, USA.” I took his advice and showed up the next day unannounced and was immediately placed in a position as secretary [at Motown Records]. It felt real good that I was at the right place at the right time. It was magical to me and it’s all been just a glorious ride. The Motown production line is sometimes compared to the production line of c
Technology
‘I’ll happily wait’: Does delaying Social Security make sense for high earners like me?
“In many states, Social Security benefits are exempt from state income tax.”
Culture
‘I’m a soldier. I don’t have a gun, but I have a pen and a camera’: Mahnaz Mohammadi on fighting the Iranian regime
The director and activist on her fictional drama Roya, drawing on her experience of imprisonment and torture, and why even in Europe she feels unsafe Mahnaz Mohammadi is a survivor. The Iranian film-maker and women’s rights activist has been arrested on many occasions and imprisoned several times. In 2011, she was held for months in solitary confinement and tortured. In 2014, she was sentenced to five years and spent several months in prison. A few years ago, she met one of her first interrogators, from an early arrest. “Do you know what he said to me?” she says. “He said he told his colleagues that after doing all those things, if I were going back behind the camera, it meant they couldn’t do anything with me. When I heard this from his mouth, I thought: ‘He’s right! Nobody can hurt me.’” Continue reading...
Technology
‘Kind of miracle solution’: How Paris is harnessing the Seine to replace air-con
City plans to triple system of underground pipes that distribute chilled river water, reducing need for individual cooling units As heatwaves intensify across Europe, most cities are reaching for a familiar fix of more air conditioning. But in 1990s Paris, planning began for a different kind of solution: one of the world’s largest district cooling networks. The system has 120kms (75-miles) of underground pipes distributing chilled water to museums, offices, hospitals, schools and other public buildings including the Louvre, the Grand Palais, and some luxury hotels and office districts. Instead of thousands of individual air-conditioning units, cooling is produced centrally and shared across the city like a utility. Continue reading...
Technology
‘Love Island USA’ Islander Alannah Keyser Removed From Casa Amor After Resurfaced Video
Keyser just made her grand entrance on season eight of the hit Peacock series as one of the new Casa Amor bombshells.
Technology
‘Love Island USA’ Star Alannah Keyser Fired From Season 8, Second Contestant Booted for Using N-Word
For the second time this season, a “Love Island USA” contestant has been kicked off the show for using the n-word. Casa Amor participant Alannah Keyser will no longer appear on Season 8, Peacock has confirmed, after videos surfaced on social media of her singing along to the n-word in a song. Additionally, users have […]
Technology
‘Mārama’ Director Details His ‘Rebellious’ Māori Ancestors, Whose Dancing and Tattoos Protested Colonization and Inspired His Revenge Tale
Writer-director Taratoa Stappard is an artist who tells stories of his lineage, and his latest film, “Mārama,” is a tribute to the ancestral women who risked it all to do the same during a much more oppressive time. In the Victorian-era horror-revenge film, now available on VOD via Dark Sky Films and Watermelon Pictures, Mārama […]
Technology
‘Obsession’ Director Curry Barker Sits Front Row at Thom Browne Milan Fashion Week Show
Barker has been on a quick ascension to stardom, with his next feature landing at Universal Film Group and Blumhouse Atomic Monster.
Global
‘Release the footage’: Mississippi protest over police killing of one-year-old
About 100 marchers demand transparency after Kohen Wiley was shot dead in a car outside a Walmart About 100 people gathered on Friday morning outside of the Walmart in rural Senatobia, Mississippi, to protest about the killing of a one-year-old boy by police earlier this month. Walmart itself was closed, its doors barricaded. During a protest at the Walmart earlier in the week, officers deployed teargas on those gathered to force the crowds to disperse. Continue reading...
Technology
‘Secret Lives of Mormon Wives’ Star Miranda Hope Releases Debut Country Song “FU4THAT”
The track is available on Spotify.
Technology
‘Stranger Things’ Stars Millie Bobby Brown, David Harbour Reunite for Netflix Spy Drama
The show comes from A24 and 'Enola Holmes' and 'Adolescence' writer Jack Thorne.
Technology
‘Supergirl’ Lands in NYC, Reese Witherspoon Celebrates ‘Legally Blonde’ Prequel ‘Elle’ and This Week’s Best Events
Inside this week's biggest Hollywood premieres, parties and openings.
Culture
‘The Apothecary Diaries’ Tops Billboard Japan Book Hot 100
Blue Lock Vol. 39 follows at No. 2.
Technology
‘The Bear’ Ends: Where Does Carmy Go and What Happens to the Restaurant?
SPOILER ALERT: This story contains spoilers for “The Original Beef of Chicagoland,” the series finale of “The Bear,” now streaming on Hulu. The real restaurant was the friendships they made along the way.  That’s basically the hyper-earnest thesis of “The Bear,” which aired its series finale on Hulu on Thursday. Sure, the titular restaurant can […]
Technology
‘The Bear’ Stars Jeremy Allen White and Ayo Edebiri Break Down Carmy’s ‘Ego Death’ and Passing the Torch to Sydney: ‘It’s a Heartbreaking Moment’
SPOILER ALERT: This article contains spoilers for Season 5 of “The Bear,” now streaming on Hulu. “The Bear” returns with another race against the clock in the kitchen, the entire season being set over the course of one day as the restaurant aims to finally earn the long-coveted Michelin star. But in Episode 7, titled “Caramel,” […]
California
💥 The explosive reason CA may ban single-use vapes
Seasoned Californians by now should be used to various bans on single-use plastics, like grocery bags, straws and food packaging, in an attempt by the state to curb environmental waste. But one proposal to ban single-use nicotine vapes ranks waste as a secondary concern. Instead, bill proponents argue that banning disposable electronic cigarettes — better […]