Science
'It's like having an amusement park and not opening it' - algae closures take toll
There are currently 245 algae blooms across water systems in Northern Ireland.
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2026-07-26
190 stories. Coverage is grouped by its original source date, with VINI publication dates shown separately. Dates use UTC.
Technology
'Virginity is a myth we've given too much power'
Poet Hollie McNish tells Latitude the word virgin has been used to control, shame and define people.
Technology
100 days until midterm election: DCCC Chair DelBene says Democrats have the momentum
Democrats see a path back to the U.S. House majority this November as President Donald Trump's approval dips.
Technology
2 dead in Ukraine from Russian attacks, 4 more in Russian-held area hit by Ukrainian drones
Russian ballistic missiles struck Kyiv early Sunday, igniting fires and wounding at least three civilians
Culture
20 Stunning Vintage Photos of Sandra Bullock
Sandra, if you’re reading this, drop the skincare routine posthaste!
Technology
20 Years Ago, a Feature Documentary Announced the Death of the Electric Car
Long before the Tesla revolution, Sony Pictures Classics' ‘Who Killed the Electric Car?’ investigated why GM discontinued the beloved EV1.
Technology
A Hong Kong democracy activist's long-awaited London reunion may be cut short
Former pro-democracy lawmaker Wu Chi-wai has reunited with his family in London after more than five years in a Hong Kong prison
News
A forced-labor crackdown or an end-run around Congress? Dissecting Trump's new tariffs
The Trump administration has levied tariffs on more than 60 countries, using a legal justification that permits the president to impose import taxes and other sanctions against countries found to engage in “unjustifiable,” “unreasonable” or “discrimina...
Technology
Airstrikes have paused and talks are pressing forward. But can the US and Iran take the off-ramp?
The U.S. military has paused its airstrikes on Iran after nearly two weeks of intensifying bombing
Global
Andy Burnham rules out early election in exclusive BBC interview
The new prime minister told Laura Kuenssberg that people "voted for a manifesto" that he would honour, when pressed on whether there will be an early general election.
Technology
Apple is banking on privacy to set its smart glasses apart
According to Mark Gurman, Apple is planning to reveal its first smart glasses at WWDC next June, with an expectation that they'll launch by the end of 2027. Part of the hold-up may be around the company's efforts to get its privacy features and messaging in order. Smart glasses in general, and Meta's in particular, […] Meta’s AI glasses have been the focus of controversy. | Photo: Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge According to Mark Gurman , Apple is planning to reveal its first smart glasses at WWDC next June, with an expectation that they'll launch by the end of 2027. Part of the hold-up may be around the company's efforts to get its privacy features and messaging in order. Smart glasses in general, and Meta's in particular, have ignited controversy over their ability to stealthily capture photos and videos. As Gurman points out: The company has spent more than a decade making pr
Global
As Hegseth pursues a 'High-T' military, here's what to know about testosterone replacement
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said he plans to test U.S. service members' testosterone levels each year. But when it comes to testosterone levels, optimization isn't so straightforward.
Science
As Trump boosts nuclear power, regulators seek to eliminate a longstanding radiation safety practice
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission is proposing to eliminate a foundational safety principle that has for 50 years minimized the radiation people in the United States are exposed to, and that has been adopted around the world
Global
Badenoch says PM must rule out tax rises to fund social care reform
In a letter to the PM, the Conservative leader offers to work with him on adult social care reform.
California
Barabak: His nickname was 'Satan.' His political influence was immense
Clint Reilly helped elect a who's who of California Democrats and trained generations of political consultants. He was a genius in the business of campaigns.
Global
Berlin Pride attack suspect shot and killed during police operation
Police say Abdul Ballout was shot and killed after he rushed at officers with a knife in a western borough of Berlin.
Culture
Bermudas Might Be In, but the It Girls Make the Case for a Teeny-Tiny Shorts Summer
From Charli XCX to Zoe Kravitz and Hailey Bieber, the mini-short has proved itself a summer 2026 staple.
Technology
Box Office: ‘The Odyssey’ Soars to $639 Million Globally After Two Weekends, Including $140 Million in Imax
Christopher Nolan’s star-studded adaptation of “The Odyssey” has surpassed $600 million globally after just two weekends of release. The big-budget take on Homer’s 3,000-year-old epic, led by Matt Damon as the Greek king Odysseus, has generated $639.6 million worldwide, including $353.2 million at the international box office and $284.4 million domestically. It’s a staggering turnout […]
Global
Brazil's government denies visas to US officials over upcoming elections
Brazil’s Foreign Ministry says it denied visas to two U.S. State Department officials that sought to travel to the South American nation next week
Technology
Bret Michaels Undergoes Kidney Stone Surgery After Performing in ‘Intense’ Pain
"I'm doing everything within my power to feel better and continue playing great shows for great fans when I've got a complete clean bill of health," the Poison rocker wrote.
Technology
Broadcaster Gerry Kelly dies aged 77
The journalist and broadcaster, whose career spanned four decades, died at his home on Sunday morning.
Culture
Bruce Springsteen, Colin Kaepernick Honored With New ACLU Award
Springsteen played "Streets of Minneapolis" Friday (July 24) after receiving the ACLU Ralph Ellison Award for Defenders of Civil Rights and Civil Liberties in the Arts, Business, Science and Sports.
Technology
Burnham says he is prepared to call out Trump 'if right for Britain'
Speaking exclusively to the BBC, Andy Burnham says he had a good first conversation with the US president and insists "you have to defend your own national interest".
Technology
Caitlin Clark Debuted a Vibrant New Nike Caitlin 1 for WNBA All-Star: ‘I Think These Will Be a Favorite’
The star's debut signature sneaker gets its boldest look yet.
Technology
Carrie is just trying to make a friend in the new trailer
Mike Flanagan's latest Stephen King adaptation, Carrie (this will be his fourth), is slated to make its debut on Amazon Prime on October 7th. The new trailer dropped at Comic-Con 2026 and doesn't contain many surprises. If you're familiar with Carrie at all, it hits all the expected notes. Though it's clearly been updated for […] The latest adaptation debuts October 7th. | Image: Amazon Mike Flanagan's latest Stephen King adaptation, Carrie (this will be his fourth), is slated to make its debut on Amazon Prime on October 7th. The new trailer dropped at Comic-Con 2026 and doesn't contain many surprises. If you're familiar with Carrie at all, it hits all the expected notes. Though it's clearly been updated for the modern era. According to Deadline , Flanagan's take on the classic King novel will tackle very modern teen challenges like active shooter drills and bullying on social medi
Technology
Champagne and Bullets belongs on the Mount Rushmore of bad movies
There's something about a movie like The Room, Troll 2, or Fateful Findings that I find irresistible. These sorts of "so bad they're good" films are marvelous curiosities where ambition far outstrips resources, ability, and self-awareness to become something much greater than the sum of their parts. Champagne and Bullets (also released as GetEven and […] Thankfully the movie is bonkers enough to live up to the artwork. | Image: Vinegar Syndrome There's something about a movie like The Room , Troll 2 , or Fateful Findings that I find irresistible. These sorts of "so bad they're good" films are marvelous curiosities where ambition far outstrips resources, ability, and self-awareness to become something much greater than the sum of their parts. Champagne and Bullets (also released as GetEven and Road to Revenge ) is a film on par with those classics of outsider cinema. The movie is al
Technology
Charli XCX Launches Her ‘Music, Fashion, Film’ Era in Patent Peep-toe Mules
The singer wore Black Suede Studio’s glossy Alessia heels after a July run of pointed Dior, Jimmy Choo and Christian Louboutin pumps.
Technology
Charli XCX Releases Music, Fashion, Film B-Sides
All three songs come with their own black-and-white music videos
Culture
Charli xcx Releases ‘Music, Fashion, Film (B-Sides Edition)’ on iTunes
Three bonus tracks previously posted on her Instagram alt-account are now available to download in a $4.99 digital album bundle.
Technology
Cheaper, open, intelligent: Chinese AI models gain ground, as they make inroads in US
Chinese AI models are gaining popularity in the U.S. for their affordability and efficiency
Culture
Chuck Russell obituary
Film-maker who reshaped The Mask as an exuberant comic spectacular and launched the film careers of Cameron Diaz and the Rock The film-maker Chuck Russell, who has died aged 74, described himself as “a thrill junkie with a sense of humour”. The proof was in the pudding: his madcap comedy The Mask (1994) resembled a cinematic knickerbocker glory overflowing with colour, vitality and fun. Its star Jim Carrey called it “one of the jewels of my creative life”. Before Russell was attached to the project, The Mask had been doing the rounds in Hollywood for several years as a horror script. Once he came on board, he persuaded the studio New Line Cinema to let him reshape it as an exuberant comic spectacular. “I wanted to take the various things I know about special effects and apply it to dance and comedy,” he said. Continue reading...
Technology
Cocoa prices are easing. So why is chocolate still so expensive?
Chocolate firms look to win shoppers back with premium products and social media trends after poor weather conditions, tariffs, and the Iran war hit sales.
News
Cori Bush and Wesley Bell's rematch sets up key test for Democrats in Missouri
Former Rep. Cori Bush, outside the courthouse where the Dred Scott case was argued, promises to reverse her ouster from Congress
Culture
Emma Roberts Is Married! Inside Her Final Wedding Dress Fitting With Monique Lhuillier
“I kind of wanted to look like a ghost—a little antique ghost doll,” Emma Roberts tells Vogue exclusively of her wedding looks by Monique Lhuillier.
Technology
Emmerdale makers seek forever home for soap village
The company behind the TV drama asks to make permanent the site of its current set in Leeds.
Technology
Europe wildfires: ‘Difficult hours lie ahead’ in battle to contain fires, says Pedro Sanchez as more than 300,000 flee homes in France and Spain
Fires displace people on massive scale and trigger one of the largest peacetime civilian evacuation operations ever carried out in France More than 250,000 people flee wildfires in France and Spain As my colleagues note in this story , scientists say climate breakdown is triggering more frequent and more extreme weather events, evaporating soils and waterways, fuelling wildfires and leading to thousands of excess deaths . Europe is heating at about twice the global average rate. Spain’s environment ministry has said that 32 major forest fires have been recorded so far this year, compared with seven over the same period in 2025. Continue reading...
Culture
Exfoliate, use ice and conceal eyebags wisely – makeup artists on how to look fabulous, at every age
Are you stuck in a makeup rut? Or maybe just beginning to wear cosmetics? Here, experts reveal how to to find the right products for you Makeup trends change over time – and so does our skin. How can you enhance what you have and refresh your look? Here, makeup artists share the fundamentals of applying cosmetics, at every age. Continue reading...
Global
Firefighters battle wildfire as tens of thousands evacuated near Bordeaux
More than 330,000 people have now been evacuated from wildfires across France and Spain.
Technology
Firefighters race to control massive blazes approaching major cities in France and Spain
A raging wildfire in southwest France forced the evacuation of 55,000 people overnight Sunday, bringing the total forced out of their homes to a staggering 220,000 in one region alone, as flames crept ever closer to the wine region city of Bordeaux. Neighboring Spain oversaw its own fire evacuations on the country's east coast.
Technology
For Gen X investors, dotcom bubble haunts stock market portfolios closing in on retirement
Many Americans in the 50-55 age range have 10 to 15 work years left, extending 401(k), IRA growth investing, but they can't afford an ill-timed market crash.
Technology
For some, so-called 'Skynet Day' came too close to sci-fi after a rogue agent hacked into a startup
In 1984, the Skynet of "The Terminator" films were science fiction
Global
Former President Juan Orlando Hernández returns to Honduras after arrest warrant suspended
Former Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernández returns to his country Sunday to face corruption charges
Global
Four people including baby die after car crash
Four people, including a baby, died after a car crashed into trees in Derby. The driver was arrested.
Global
France's D-Day landing beaches, Greece's Mount Olympus added to World Heritage List
World War II’s D-Day landing beaches in northern France and the iconic Mount Olympus in Greece were among the sites added to the World Heritage List on Sunday at a U.N. committee meeting in South Korea reviewing dozens of nominations
Global
From author to anime hero: the unlikely revival of a Japanese literary star
More than seven decades after they were first released, the dark novels of Osamu Dazai have become a publishing sensation, as a new generation of readers engage with his bleakness, humour and brilliance There’s no question that Japanese literature has been one of the outstanding successes for British bookshops in recent years: in 2024 close to half of the bestselling translated fiction titles were from Japan. Much of the Japanese fiction translated into English fits into broad categories – cats, crime, coffee shops – but one surprise bestseller stands alone. Sales of books by Osamu Dazai, who killed himself in 1948 aged 38, have rocketed in the last few years. His best-known novel, No Longer Human (1948), has sold more than 75,000 copies in the UK alone. An intense semi-autobiographical account of one man’s alienation, it was the last wor
Culture
From the Archives: A Bret Easton Ellis Essay from the April 1995 Issue of Vogue
“If you make a lot of money when you are young and an artist you are never really forgiven.”
Technology
From the strait of Hormuz to the North Sea, a global maritime war rages around us – and more than the price of oil is at stake | Simon Tisdall
The collapse of the rules-based order is not confined to the land: we’re imperilled as centuries of maritime cooperation sink beneath the waves The US military campaign to protect merchant shipping from Iranian attacks by asserting direct maritime control in the strait of Hormuz is not an idea unique to Donald Trump’s administration. Almost exactly 200 years ago, in the period 1825-27, a powerful US naval squadron led by Commodore John Rodgers was sent to the Mediterranean to defend American ships from the depredations of Greek corsairs and pirates. For all the new-minted republic’s brave talk of liberty, the US squadron did not assist Greece’s ongoing “regime change” struggle for independence from the Ottoman empire. Its sole, self-serving purpose was to defend US trade, markets and business interests. After abandoning his call for a people’s revolution in Tehran , this, too, is what Tr
Global
GOP Rep. Turner: 'Not a lot of options' for Trump in Iran
GOP Rep. Mike Turner said the U.S. should continue to apply pressure on Iran but conceded Trump has few options as long as "Iran has a vote.".
Technology
Gay Romance Podcast ‘Drive Thru Magic’ Casts Daniel J. Kim and Danielle Kennedy, Sets September Release Date (EXCLUSIVE)
Daniel J. Kim (“Cobra Kai”) and Danielle Kennedy (“The ’Burbs”) have joined the cast of “Drive Thru Magic,” the upcoming scripted fiction podcast from actor, writer and director Briggon Snow (“The Bright Sessions”). The project is produced by Atypical Artists and executive produced by Lauren Shippen. “Drive Thru Magic” is a gay romance drama set against the unlikely backdrop of […]
News
Genevieve becomes a major Pacific hurricane off Mexico, but no direct threat to land is forecast
Hurricane Genevieve has strengthened into a major Category 4 storm southwest of Mexico in the Pacific Ocean
Global
Germany says fatal Berlin Pride attack believed to be Islamic extremist terror
Germany says fatal Berlin Pride attack believed to be Islamic extremist terror
Markets
Gold dresses, flower markets and sitars: Pirelli’s 2027 calendar features all-Indian cast
Latest edition of one of world’s most influential fashion photography publications is also shot entirely in India Against the ancient, weathered walls of Jaigarh fort, high on the hills above Jaipur, Bhavitha Mandava stood barefoot and draped in gold. Just a few months earlier, the Indian model had been catapulted from a life of obscurity as a student at New York University to become one of the most recognisable and celebrated new faces of fashion. This year, she became the first Indian woman to open the Chanel catwalk at their Métiers d’Art show and her divisive Chanel outfit for the Met Gala, fashion’s most exclusive event, became an international talking point. Continue reading...
Culture
Gracie Abrams Earns First No. 1 Album on Billboard 200 With ‘Daughter From Hell’
Plus, BTS’ ARIRANG surges back into the top 10 after new vinyl release.
Technology
Gracie Abrams Earns First-Ever Number One Album With ‘Daughter from Hell’
The album debuted atop the Billboard 200 with 124,000 equivalent album sales
Technology
Gracie Abrams Scores First No. 1 on Albums Chart With ‘Daughter From Hell’
Gracie Abrams has earned her first No 1 on the Billboard 200 with her third album “Daughter From Hell,” bowing atop the chart with 124,000 equivalent album units. The singer-songwriter announced the album back in May, along with the release of its first single “Hit the Wall.” Her last project, 2024’s “The Secret of Us,” […]
Culture
Green Day’s Billie Joe Armstrong Unveils New Signature Guitar and Marshall Amp
Both releases nod to the guitar tone Armstrong has used across decades of Green Day songs.
Global
Guyana appoints experts tasked with investigating ferry capsizing that killed dozens
Guyana’s government has appointed a group of international experts to investigate the recent sinking of a state ferry that killed dozens of passengers in the country’s worst maritime disaster on record
Technology
Halsey Doubles Down on Summer’s Bandana Trend With a Slouchy Y2K Look at Guizio’s LA Opening
The singer paired a cropped gingham shirt with baggy distressed jeans and a white belt as the New York label opened its largest store to date.
Culture
Hayley Williams Brings Jenny Lewis, Jack Antonoff & More Surprise Guests to the Stage at Newport Folk Fest
Williams sang Rilo Kiley's "Silver Lining" with Lewis and Bleachers' "I Wanna Get Better" with Antonoff during her set in Newport, R.I.
Technology
Here's the tech stock to buy in a market losing patience with tech
It's not the spend, it's the return.
Culture
Here’s How to Watch ‘K-Pop Shark Heroes’ Online for Free
Hosted by Rei Ami and Ken Jeong, the new TV special is part of Shark Week starting on July 26.
California
Hollywood fights AI in public while quietly building it into movies
Job postings reveal studios are quietly adopting AI.
News
House Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries kicks off 100 days till midterms with affordability agenda
The stage is in battleground Pennsylvania
Technology
How AI wealth could be distributed to all Americans
AI riches are already concentrated among a handful of powerful companies, but there are plenty of new, some radical, ideas about how to spread the wealth.
Technology
How rapper Aitch's sister inspired him to climb one of the world's toughest peaks
The rapper has been taking on challenges to raise awareness and money for the Down's Syndrome Association.
Technology
I tested 11 camping chairs to find the most comfortable way to kick back anywhere
From burrito-sized backpacking chairs to lux two-person loveseats, these camping chairs from Coleman, Eno and Nemo let you settle in wherever you go From collapsible kettles to folding kayaks: 10 camping gear upgrades to make life outdoors easier Sign up for the Filter US newsletter, your weekly guide to buying fewer, better things Summer is here, which means backyard barbecues, camping, soccer games, block parties, outdoor concerts and plenty of other events where the only spot to sit is the grass you’re standing on. You’re going to want a camp chair. The name is a bit of a misnomer. Manufacturers use “camp chair” to describe most portable chairs that come in a bag, but you’ll find people deploying them everywhere from parades to tailgates. And they now come in every conceivable configuration, including featherweights that pack down as small as water bottles, and others that are practic
Culture
Industry star David Jonsson to play Black Panther in Marvel sequel
Director Ryan Coogler announces British actor in lead role alongside co-stars Letitia Wright and Winston Duke The British actor David Jonsson has been unveiled as the new Black Panther by the film’s director, Ryan Coogler. Jonsson, 32, known for roles in Industry, The Long Walk and Alien: Romulus, will play the son of Chadwick Boseman’s T’Challa in the third Black Panther movie. Continue reading...
Technology
Inside the S&P 500 AI boom, industrials are getting as rich as tech stocks
The industrials sector of the stock market is benefitting from the AI infrastructure boom with its P/E ratio up close to tech levels and investor flows strong.
Global
Iran live updates: Trump met with advisers on Iran options, sources say
President Donald Trump announced "major combat operations" against Iran on Feb. 28, with massive joint U.S.-Israeli strikes.
Global
Israeli settlers set fire to mosques, cars and farm land in West Bank, Palestinians say
The latest attacks come two days after a clash between settlers and Palestinians near the village of Tell, which left four Palestinians and two Israelis dead.
Technology
It's me, Cathy – thousands pay tribute to Kate Bush classic
People in Haworth join thousands around the world to re-create the 1978 video for Wuthering Heights.
Technology
Jennifer Connelly Counters Comic-Con’s Colorful Maximalism With Louis Vuitton’s Clear-detail Pumps
The longtime house ambassador chose fall 2026 heels with asymmetrical black uppers and marbled block heels for Apple TV’s “Dark Matter.”
Technology
John Cena Races to Find a Nuclear Warhead in ‘Matchbox the Movie’ Trailer
Jessica Biel also stars in Sam Hargrave's feature that debuted its first footage at Comic-Con ahead of its fall launch.
California
Justice Kennedy reflects on his time deciding the Constitution's promise of liberty and equality
While Kennedy has refrained from commenting on the current court or President Trump, he has written a memoir that explains the reasoning behind the major decisions of his era.
Culture
Kacey Musgraves Cancels Three ‘Middle of Nowhere’ Tour Dates
Musgraves has not publicly addressed the changes, and no explanation has been posted to her official social media accounts.
Technology
Kacey Musgraves Strikes Three Shows Off Her ‘Middle of Nowhere’ Tour
Gigs in Chicago (the tour’s opening night show), Boston, and Brooklyn were removed from schedule after they were added to itinerary due to initial demand
Global
Katy Perry ‘deeply appalled’ over White House using her song in Iran war video
Singer rebukes Trump administration after it uses her song Firework over footage of missile striking Iranian naval ship Pop star Katy Perry has condemned the Trump White House after it used her hit song Firework in a TikTok video showing US military strikes on Iranian targets, saying she never approved the use of her music. The White House video , which featured Firework playing over footage of a missile striking an Iranian naval ship, has amassed more than 6 million views. The post was captioned: “Iran has been warned.” Continue reading...
Culture
Keiko Fujimori's party wins Senate presidency in Peru ahead of presidential inauguration
The party led by Peru’s president-elect Keiko Fujimori has won the Senate presidency in an alliance with another conservative party and is paving the way for the incoming government
Culture
Keith David on his incredible career: ‘I want you to understand Black men as full-scope human beings’
The hard-working character actor has over 400 screen credits, from The Thing to Platoon to Rick and Morty, and he isn’t slowing down any time soon Keith David’s voice precedes him. Deep and resonant, with mellifluous notes that hark back to his boys’ choir days, it has spent decades inhabiting warriors, gods, rogues, fathers and a welter of cartoon oddballs. Before David appears in a Zoom window from his Los Angeles home office, his voice reverberates through my tinny laptop speakers like a foghorn. “Can you see me now?” he booms once our connection is established after fits and starts. “OK. Outside of technology, you know I’m … OK.” He fizzes about the project he just wrapped: a dark buddy comedy called My Friend Jim, in which he stars opposite Rob Lowe. It’s the latest entry in a seemingly unstinting slew of productions that have kept him booked and busy since the late 1970s, from The
Technology
Kevin Feige Says Ryan Coogler Met With David Jonsson Six Months Ago in a ‘Secret Meeting’ to Discuss ‘Black Panther 3’ Role: ‘I Got Chills’
Marvel boss Kevin Feige recently told Empire how David Jonsson was cast as the next Black Panther. He explained that “The Long Walk” star met with “Black Panther” director Ryan Coogler in a “secret meeting,” and that the Oscar winner quickly identified Jonsson as his next leading man. “We hadn’t started a search yet,” Feige […]
Technology
Listen to Michael Stipe’s New Song “Hum Desiderata”
The R.E.M. frontman’s debut solo album is in the works
Global
Littler wins Matchplay and smashes records
Luke Littler sets a new record for the tournament average and final average in a World Matchplay as he defends his title in Blackpool by beating Gerwyn Price 18-9.
Global
Loyal to the look: why Zohran Mamdani wears a suit in all seasons
Around town, on the pitch and even in the pool, the New York mayor keeps his suit on – what do his sartorial choices tell us? Playing football. Playing in the sand . Dancing on a stage with Alicia Keys and the entire New York Knicks roster. Swimming in a swimming pool. Swimming in the ocean. Traditionally, a suit and tie would be considered inappropriate attire for each of these activities. Yet over the past year Zohran Mamdani has seemingly been on a one-man crusade to prove otherwise: to convince people that a formal suit is, actually, suitable for all activities. Continue reading...
Culture
Luke Combs review – regular Joe megastar brings the arena-sized party home
Murrayfield Stadium, Edinburgh Despite his humble persona, the highest-selling country artist of all time has the vocal firepower and heavyweight hits to deliver two hours of crowd-pleasin’ pyrotechnics The first we see of Luke Combs, the North Carolina-born megastar is walking through the stadium crowd. Cap pulled low, with a bashful look on his face, the stunt is less pap walk, more regular Joe dodging a flashmob on his way to work. Combs is now the highest-selling country artist of all time, but he wears his success with humility: when he finally reaches his saloon-themed stage, with near-70,000 screaming fans before him, he keeps that unassuming presence. “Normally I’d ask how you’re feeling tonight, but I know how you’re feeling tonight,” he smiles. This week, Combs will perform to more than half a million fans across just seven dates in England, Scotland and Ireland: a remarkable c
Technology
Maisie Williams and Joey King’s Co-Star Style Is Practically Magic
Cohesive style, yet totally individual looks from Joey King and Maisie Williams—this is how two friends should do a press tour.
Culture
Margot Robbie Makes an American Summer Staple Work in Paris
Stepping out for lunch in Paris, Margot Robbie sports a label more often associated with the girls of the West Village and Silver Lake.
Technology
Martin Scorsese Stars in ‘Family Blend’ Directed by Daughter Francesca for Coffee Brand Lavazza
The iconic filmmaker jumps in front of the camera to star opposite his daughter in the five-episode branded series, which features cameos from Jason Biggs and Adrien Brody.
Technology
Marvel announces Ryan Gosling as Ghost Rider, a new Black Panther, and more
While perhaps less dramatic than in years past, Marvel nonetheless had some big reveals lined up for Comic-Con. The highest profile was certainly the announcement that Ryan Gosling would be joining the MCU as Ghost Rider, with the Shawn Levy-directed (Deadpool & Wolverine) standalone feature set to drop sometime in 2028. The studio also brought […] Ryan Gosling on stage at Comic-Con | Image: Marvel Studios While perhaps less dramatic than in years past, Marvel nonetheless had some big reveals lined up for Comic-Con. The highest profile was certainly the announcement that Ryan Gosling would be joining the MCU as Ghost Rider, with the Shawn Levy-directed ( Deadpool & Wolverine ) standalone feature set to drop sometime in 2028. The studio also brought out Ryan Coogler, who officially confirmed Black Panther III is slated for release on December 15th, 2028. He also introduced D
Technology
Marvel’s Comic-Con Panel Excites Fans for ‘Doomsday’ but Leaves Them Cautiously Optimistic About What’s Beyond
Diehard Marvel fans packed into San Diego Comic Con’s massive Hall H Saturday night, some even camping out for more than 30 hours. But as the 40-minute panel wrapped up with just two surprise announcements — a Ghost Rider movie starring Ryan Gosling and “Black Panther 3” — it’s hard not to feel like, “Is […]
California
Massacre of 10 men in Zacatecas stuns Mexico
The targeted killings were clearly a warning from organized crime, which constitutes a kind of parallel government in many parts of Mexico.
Culture
Meghan Markle Shares a Glimpse of Her Family’s Visit to Princess Diana’s Childhood Home
Following the Sussex family’s more cloistered visit to the UK, Meghan Markle shared photos of their stay at Althorp Estate, home of the Spencers.
Global
Meghan calls Harry 'a charmer' during MasterChef Australia appearance
The duke surprises his wife with a video call during her guest judge appearance on MasterChef Australia.
Culture
Mercury Retroshade Has Arrived—Here’s What It Means for Every Star Sign
This year’s turbulent Mercury retrograde is now over—but the next few weeks in its post-shadow zone could be just as vexing.
Technology
More than 300,000 flee wildfires in France and Spain
Spain's PM warns of "complex hours" ahead as authorities in France say they are far from bringing blazes burning near Bordeaux under control.
California
Multiple people injured in collision involving Waymo near downtown L.A.
Waymo suggests its car is not at fault in the accident that was initially reported as an auto-pedestrian collision. LAPD said at noon Sunday that the police investigation was ongoing.
Technology
NASA Astronaut Chris Williams, Crewmates Return from Space Station
Concluding an eight-month science mission aboard the International Space Station, NASA astronaut Chris Williams returned to Earth on Sunday alongside Roscosmos cosmonauts Sergey Kud-Sverchkov and Sergei Mikaev. The crew made its safe, parachute-assisted landing at 5:27 a.m. CDT (3:27 p.m., Kazakhstan time), southeast of Dzhezkazgan, after departing the space station at 2:03 a.m., aboard the […]
Technology
New UK Prime Minister Burnham says he would be prepared to call out Trump
Burnham said he had a phone conversation with Trump on Monday when he officially took on the role, describing it as "a good exchange".
Technology
New heatwave TV thriller resonates in today's world, says Iwan Rheon
Weather conditions were "changeable" at best when actor Iwan Rheon began filming for new drama in Wales.
California
Nicaragua's authoritarian leader just scrapped elections -- and any pretense of democracy
Secretary of State Marco Rubio strongly condemned Ortega's election decree, but there is little evidence the White House is ready to intervene in Nicaragua.
Technology
Nike’s Classic Air Max Is Getting a Premium Upgrade for Fall
Shadow Brown textured leather appears on the Air Max 90.
Culture
Nordic Walking Is the Whole-Body Workout Everyone Needs
Experts break down all the health benefits of Nordic walking and how to incorporate it into your routine.
Markets
Oil prices ease after US and Iran pause their attacks
Oil prices have fallen further in early trading after setting a two-month high set last week
News
Oil prices ease after US and Iran pause their attacks
Oil prices have fallen further in early trading after setting a two-month high set last week
Technology
Ol’ Dirty Bastard Has His Own New York City Street Now
The Wu-Tang Clan co-founder’s grandmother lives on the Bed-Stuy block that bears his name
News
Oregon fire looms near town as fourth firefighter dies weeks after Colorado blaze
Dry, windy weather is fueling a big wildfire a few miles north of Sisters, Oregon
Technology
PBS SoCal, KMEX Lead L.A. Local Emmy Wins; KVEA, KABC Land Top Newscast Prizes
PBS SoCal (KOCE and KCET) was the big winner Saturday night at the L.A. Area Emmy Awards, landing eight — including for live events-programming, entertainment, crime/social issues and arts. Univision’s KMEX was next, with seven, followed by Telemundo’s KVEA with six. KVEA once again won the newscast Emmys for daily daytime (11 a.m. to 7 […]
Technology
Pedro Sánchez says Spain is suffering effects of climate crisis as firefighters battle wildfires in France
Blazes near Madrid coming under control but efforts to contain huge fire near Bordeaux hampered by windy conditions Authorities in France are battling to contain a huge wildfire near Bordeaux in the south-west as Spain’s prime minister, Pedro Sánchez, warned Spain and the Iberian peninsula were suffering the effects of the climate emergency. Efforts to extinguish the blaze in the Gironde region of France – which has consumed an area four times the size of Paris and caused nearly 220,000 people to be evacuated – were hampered by windy conditions on Saturday night. Continue reading...
Global
Pentagon quietly updates how it categorizes Iran war casualties
18 U.S. service members have been killed and more than 600 have been wounded since the war began.
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Pogacar wins fifth Tour as Van der Poel takes stage
Slovenian Tadej Pogacar wins the Tour de France for a record-equalling fifth time.
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Police shoot dead Berlin Pride van and knife rampage suspect, officials say
Abdul Ballout, 21, reportedly shot in operation at allotment in Spandau district after fatal attack in Tiergarten park A man suspected of driving a van into a crowd near Berlin’s Pride festival then going on a knife rampage in an Islamist terror attack has been shot dead by police, German officials have said. Police confirmed on Sunday evening that the chief suspect had been shot dead, reportedly during an operation at an allotment garden complex in the capital’s Spandau district. Continue reading...
Culture
Post-World Cup, Kylian Mbappé and Ester Expósito Find Their Cool Couple Style
The French soccer star and Spanish actress are back in Paris–and while their relationship has been kept relatively quiet, their coordinating fashions are far from it.
Markets
Primark's new 'supermarket tactic' to woo customers in online price war
Competition from ultra-cheap Chinese retailers and the cost of living crisis could be putting some people off shopping at the store, analysts say.
Technology
Prime Video Unveils Teaser, Release Date for Mike Flanagan’s ‘Carrie’ Series
At the end of the ‘Carrie’ panel at San Diego Comic-Con, showrunner Mike Flanagan announced that all eight episodes of the series adaptation of Stephen King’s classic will premiere on Oct. 7.
Culture
Pussycat dolls star Ashley Roberts looks back: ‘We had to be resilient – if your toe breaks, you still do the show’
The singer on falling in love with dance, surviving the paparazzi, and reuniting with Kimberley Wyatt and Nicole Scherzinger Born in Phoenix, Arizona, in 1981, Ashley Roberts joined the Pussycat Dolls in 2002. Their debut single, Don’t Cha, spent three weeks at No 1 in the UK in 2005. The sextet sold more than 55m records worldwide before splitting in 2010. Roberts has since appeared on I’m a Celebrity … Get Me Out of Here! and Strictly Come Dancing, and was a judge on Dancing on Ice. She hosts a show on Heart 00s every Saturday. The Pussycat Dolls – now a trio of Nicole Scherzinger, Roberts and Kimberly Wyatt – are currently on a 21-date tour. This tutu picture was taken at my first ever dance recital , and I’m happy as can be. It was the 80s, so everything’s pink and fluffy, and I have big hair and a serious fringe. I love the way my feet and hands are angled a little bit abnormally. I
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RFK Jr urges Alzheimer’s screening but blunts key panel that could drive research
Experts say evidence for cognitive screening desired by health secretary ‘not great’ as taskforce idle since last year The US health secretary, Robert F Kennedy Jr, has called for better Alzheimer’s screening – but a critical federal panel that might have helped researchers find practical ways to do that has been prevented from meeting for more than a year. The panel, formally called the US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF), had planned to issue a recommendation on screening for cognitive decline this year, alongside 13 other topics as varied as autism screening and food allergy prevention. Continue reading...
Markets
Rental searches for pet friendly properties drop after law change
Agents say some renters wrongly believe permission to have a pet is guaranteed.
Global
Republicans head home for the summer after a string of losses in Congress
GOP legislative priorities could be at odds with voters as midterms come into view and Democrats attempt a resurgence When the chief Republican budget writer took to the floor of the House of Representatives this week to tout a plan to spend tens of billions of dollars on the war with Iran , he avoided using the words “war”, “conflict” or even “Iran”. “Just baseline battlefield readiness” is what Jodey Arrington said the money in the $95bn budget blueprint would be used for. “Bullets and bombs to finish the job and come home safely and victoriously, strengthen our food supply, and ultimately safeguard the integrity of our elections.” Continue reading...
Science
Restricted eating hours may reduce cognitive decline in older age, researchers find
Preliminary study shows older people who avoided food four hours before bed did better in problem solving tests Confining mealtimes and snacks to a nine-hour window and avoiding food for four hours before bed may help stave off cognitive decline in older age, researchers say. A pilot study of older women living with overweight or obesity found hints of improvement in mental skills among those who ate within the restricted period compared with those who spread their meals over a longer time. Continue reading...
Technology
Ryan Gosling to Star in Ghost Rider Movie for Marvel Studios, Director Shawn Levy
Kevin Feige made theannouncement during Marvel's Comic-Con panel.
Technology
Ryan Gosling to Star in Marvel’s Ghost Rider Movie
Ryan Gosling is finally joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The “Project Hail Mary” star will play Ghost Rider in a new standalone movie, Marvel Studios exec Kevin Feige announced onstage from Hall H at San Diego Comic Con. The film will be directed by Shawn Levy and is slated to release in 2028. Levy is […]
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Ryan Gosling to join Marvel Cinematic Universe as Ghost Rider
Gosling will join the MCU as a motorcycle riding superhero and a new Black Panther is announced.
Technology
Ryan Gosling to join Marvel Cinematic Universe as Ghost Rider
During a surprise announcement at San Diego Comic-Con, the actor says the character is one he has "wanted to play for a very long time".
Technology
Ryan Reynolds’ Deadpool Crashes Comic-Con to Beg for ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ Role
"When do you start filming?" asked the star, who appeared in a new gray costume and endured a barb from Paul Rudd during Marvel's high-profile panel.
Technology
SDCC: David Jonsson is new Black Panther, Ryan Gosling joins Marvel as Ghost Rider
David Jonsson is the new Black Panther — the son of Chadwick Boseman’s T’Challa
Culture
Sammy Hagar Offers David Lee Roth a Spot at His Las Vegas Residency Following Tour Cancellation
"Come out and just do what the f--- you do, which is pretty damn entertaining," Hagar said.
Science
Seattle police seek two men who parachuted from the Space Needle
Police say two men climbed over the glass wall of Seattle’s iconic Space Needle on Friday, flipped over the edge and parachuted down from the 605-foot structure
Technology
Shania Twain’s honest playlist: ‘If Dancing Queen comes on, you rush out’
The country-pop superstar loves Abba and secretly listens to Lloyd Webber, but which British heartthrob’s single gets her out of bed in the morning? The song that changed my life There’s many critical songs on The Mission soundtrack, but Gabriel’s Oboe [by Ennio Morricone] hit me hard. I had to pull off the road, I cried like a baby. I didn’t realise how powerful music could be until that moment. I was 22. The first single I bought At Seventeen by Janis Ian. I reference it in my album Little Miss Twain and it says so much about the emotions of a teenage misfit. I felt like her, I related – but I was also thinking: “Wow, I have to some day write this well.” It gave me a goal; I was so in awe. I made very little money, babysitting, taking care of my neighbour’s horse, singing in bars. I would get like 20 bucks, that I would mostly give to my family, but I got that record for myself. Contin
Technology
Some high-earning investors will soon owe taxes on years of deferred capital gains
A key incentive in place for current Opportunity Zone investors — deferring taxation of reinvested capital gains — will end on Dec. 31.
Technology
Stephen King’s ‘Carrie’ Series Sets October Release Date, Drops Horrifying New Trailer
Amazon Prime Video has released a new teaser trailer for “Carrie,” the TV adaptation of Stephen King’s classic horror novel. All eight episodes of the series will debut on Oct. 7. The series is a “bold and timely reimagining of the story of misfit high-schooler Carrie White, who has spent her life in seclusion with […]
Global
Suspect in deadly Berlin LGBTQ+ parade vehicle crash killed, police say
Police asked for information about the whereabouts of a 21-year-old man.
Global
Suspect in deadly Berlin Pride attack is killed in confrontation with police
The suspect in the deadly Berlin Pride attack that left one person dead and 29 injured was shot and killed by police during a confrontation on Sunday in a suburb of the city, authorities said.
Technology
Sweltering heat wave grips central and southern US for a second straight day
A scorching heat wave continues across the central and southern United States, leaving at least 40 million people under extreme heat warnings
Culture
The Best Dressed Stars of the Week Embraced Quirky Touches
Neon-bright tights! Extra-pointy shoes! From Alexandra Leclerc to Hunter Schafer, this week’s celebrity spots were all about having fun.
Technology
The Doom Boom: Marvel Studios Brings ‘Doomsday’ and More to Its Most Crowded Comic-Con Panel Ever
Big reveals, exclusive footage, and costumes for everyone!
Global
The Pitt is powerful – but it’s the rawness of The Bear that truly portrays hospital work
Both restaurant work and medicine involve abusive training and relentless devotion to minutiae – and the joy of offering comfort I pass a mother heaving in grief while her son’s heart monitors flatline. It is the last time she will ever hold his hand. For me, this is another day on call in the intensive care unit as a pediatric physician. For her, this is the day her life shatters. Later that night, a striking, charismatic surgeon from work treats me to an exquisite meal. Served outside a trailer, humidity barreling through our scrubs, the food is neither extravagant nor decadent. It is, however, the most succulent Texas barbecue brisket I will ever taste. This is the night I rest my head on his shoulder and he doesn’t flinch. This is the night an “us” was born. Continue reading...
Markets
The S&P 500’s earnings growth has gone bonkers thanks to one company
Markets are gearing up for the busiest week of second-quarter earnings season.
Technology
The Treasury market is sending Fed Chair Kevin Warsh a clear warning about rates
Rising Treasury yields show how “enormously worried” the market is about inflation — and whether the Fed will back up its tough talk with action
Global
The kindness of strangers: When Mum was hospitalised on a family holiday, our hotel’s owners were heaven-sent
I was just 10 at the time but my siblings and I will never forget the sense of safety, comfort and warmth they offered Read more in the kindness of strangers series We were doing the groceries when a blood vessel burst in my mother’s brain. I was 10 years old and on a family holiday to France that very suddenly changed its tenor. In the following weeks Mum went through brain surgery, suffered a stroke and was placed in intensive care. We had been staying in a gîte but moved to a small hotel closer to the hospital. It was a terrifying and stressful time, even as a young kid who knew things were serious – but didn’t understand quite how serious. Continue reading...
Technology
The vertical video takeover is here
This is The Stepback, a weekly newsletter breaking down one essential story from the tech world. For more on all things vertical video, follow David Pierce. The Stepback arrives in our subscribers' inboxes on Sunday at 8AM ET. Opt in for The Stepback here. How it started For a while, every social and media platform […] This is The Stepback , a weekly newsletter breaking down one essential story from the tech world. For more on all things vertical video, follow David Pierce . The Stepback arrives in our subscribers' inboxes on Sunday at 8AM ET. Opt in for The Stepback here . How it started For a while, every social and media platform had its own identity. YouTube was for clips of TV shows and movies, and the home of so many members of a burgeoning creator community. Instagram was mostly pictures. Netflix was trying to be the on-demand HBO. Facebook was about friends. Twitter was abo
Technology
There’s a technical ‘triple threat’ for stocks, but also places investors can hide
Treasury yields and oil prices surged, and the dollar confirmed the breakout toward a longer-term uptrend, to push the S&P 500 below key chart support.
Global
This is how we do it: ‘I could have sex every day, but he says no about 80% of the time’
Will’s lack of self-worth is creating a barrier between him and Fi, but talking more could help them adjust to their mismatched libidos • How do you do it? Share the story of your sex life, anonymously I worry that Will sees me more as a mother figure than a sexual being Continue reading...
Technology
Tom Holland Says Some of His Movies Are “Sh**,” Making Them Hard to Promote
However, he's been "absolutely loving" his press tours for 'The Odyssey' and 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day.'
Technology
Tom Holland: Some of My Movies Are ‘S–t’ and You ‘Shouldn’t’ Watch Them
Tom Holland is having a great time doing the press circuit for both “The Odyssey” and “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” because he’s fond of the movies. That hasn’t always been the case. On the July 22 episode of Dish Podcast, Holland spoke with hosts Nick Grimshaw and Angela Hartnett about the press cycles surrounding films […]
Culture
Tommy’s Take on Heatwave Dressing
In monthly installments surrounding a fashion theme, street style photographer Tommy Ton gives us an unfiltered close-up of the outfits that caught his eye and why.
Technology
Top Wall Street analysts back these 3 stocks for their long-term growth potential
Investors with a long-term horizon should look beyond the ongoing noise and focus on stocks that are well-positioned to generate strong returns.
Global
Trump revives old tropes as he pushes warnings of ‘communist menace’
President harks back to red scare of his childhood to attack US left – but will such language resonate beyond Maga base? Perhaps above all else, Donald Trump is a child of the cold war. Three months before the US president was born, Winston Churchill delivered a historic speech in Fulton, Missouri, that ushered in a generations-long existential struggle between western capitalism and Soviet communism. Continue reading...
Technology
Trump ‘border czar’ says ICE officer in Maine killing should not have cleared vetting
Tom Homan comments on officer’s eligibility to serve after reports that agent’s two ex-wives had accused him of abuse Tom Homan, the Trump administration “border czar”, on Sunday said he did not believe the Immigration and Customs Enforcement ( ICE ) officer at the center of a recent fatal shooting in Maine “should have ever cleared vetting”. Speaking to CNN’s State of the Union, Homan was asked by host Dana Bash about the officer’s eligibility to serve following reports that two of his ex-wives had accused him of abuse. The Associated Press contributed reporting Continue reading...
Global
US pauses Iran attacks for second night after Trump advised to halt bombing
Top military officials say campaign has reached its limit of effectiveness and warn of dwindling stocks of munitions The US has paused strikes on Iran for a second night as top military officials advised Donald Trump to halt his bombing campaign, and diplomatic negotiations have continued to avoid a return to all-out war. Trump is said to be weighing up diplomatic and military options in the nearly five-month-old conflict, with Benjamin Netanyahu expected to visit the White House on Tuesday. The Israeli prime minister is a vocal critic of Washington’s negotiations with Iranian leaders and has pressed for the US to continue its strikes against Iran. Continue reading...
Science
US-Russian space crew lands safely in Kazakhstan after 8-month stint on the ISS
A U.S.-Russian space crew landed safely in the steppes of Kazakhstan on Sunday after an eight-month stint on the International Space Station
Technology
Ukraine strikes Iranian vessels in Caspian Sea, Tehran accuses Kyiv of 'hostile and criminal act'
The latest attacks by Ukraine, combined with Saudi military strikes on Iran-backed Houthi targets in Yemen, represent a widening of the Middle East conflict.
California
Unauthorized 'The Odyssey' copy posted online draws swift warning from Universal
An unauthorized, but high-quality, copy of the Christopher Nolan hit film 'The Odyssey' was leaked online. Universal responded with a stern warning.
Technology
Universal Responds to ‘The Odyssey’ Leaks on Social Media
Following the Christopher Nolan-directed film's release on July 17, pirated films have been circulating across X.
Culture
Usher Stops Steamy Onstage Encounter After Fan Appears Uncomfortable at Nashville Show
“I don’t think she want to be on the stage,” the R&B superstar said after noticing her reaction.
Culture
V&A workers hold ballot to strike over pay and heatwave conditions
Union calls for museum to become accredited London living wage employer and let staff carry water during shifts Workers at one of the world’s leading art and design museums are balloting for “heatwave” strike action. The ballot at V&A is taking place because of concerns about soaring temperatures and access to drinking water, along with pay and conditions. Continue reading...
Technology
Venezuelan men sue aviation firms who flew them to notorious Salvadorian jail
Exclusive: CSI Aviation and GlobalX accused of violating civil rights as part of Trump immigration crackdown Venezuelan men sent last year to a notorious Salvadorian terrorism prison by the Trump administration are suing the US aviation companies that transported them there. A lawsuit filed this week in federal court in Washington DC accuses the companies CSI Aviation and GlobalX of violating the Venezuelans’ civil rights, false imprisonment, intentional infliction of emotional distress, negligence and other violations, for their role in flying the three planes that took the men to El Salvador. Continue reading...
News
Video appears to show a person kicking a sea lion; federal officials investigating
The person follows the sea lion, kicking at it as it tries to scoot away.
Science
WATCH: Daredevils scale and jump from Space Needle in Seattle
Police say two men illegally climbed and jumped off the observation deck of Seattle's iconic Space Needle, with both now facing criminal trespassing charges.
Global
WATCH: Meet one 'friendly neighbor' who saw someone in need
Christopher Hellenthal, still wearing his Spiderman costume from a children's superhero event, rushed into action to help a man in a wheelchair cross the street in Jonesboro, Arkansas.
Global
WATCH: Philly goes wild for LeBron
The celebrations are sweeping across Philadelphia now that LeBron James, the NBA's all-time leading scorer, is heading there.
Technology
Warner Bros. Sues Amazon, Accusing Company of “Seeking to Pirate Away Employees”
Warner Bros. alleges intentional interference with contractual relations, breach of contract, intentional interference with prospective economic advance and unfair competition against Amazon in the suit that was filed on Tuesday
Technology
Watch Hayley Williams Bring Out Wednesday’s Karly Hartzman, Jenny Lewis at Newport Folk Festival
Jack Antonoff, Lucy Dacus, This Is Lorelei, Kelsey Lu, and Joy Oladokun also hopped onstage
Technology
Watch Oliver Tree’s ‘Celebration of Life’ Memorial Service
Diplo, Logan Paul, the late singer's parents and more remember Tree's legacy at Santa Cruz memorial
Technology
Water outage at UK's Gatwick airport leaves toilets out of order and restaurants closed
A power outage at a treatment plant in south east England has left some facilities at Gatwick Airport without water
Technology
Water returns to Gatwick Airport after major outage
Gatwick Airport faced a day of disruptions with toilets and restaurants closed to passengers.
Global
Whale 'supergroups' show numbers are rebounding from hunting. But Iran war holds dangers for them
A renowned wildlife photographer says he and his wife documented the rare sight of around 300 humpback whales coming together off the coast of South Africa in what's known as a whale “supergroup.”
Technology
What Is English Romanticism? Alex Eagle Explains How to Bring the Aesthetic Home
Designer and creative director Alex Eagle on why English romanticism feels so current—and how to bring the style home.
Global
What we know so far about the Berlin Pride ramming attack
A police manhunt is underway after a suspect rammed a car into a crowd at a Pride event in the German capital on Saturday night.
Technology
When the AI bubble bursts, what will Australia do with the tools it built? One man thinks he has the answer
Journalist and author Cory Doctorow is coming to Australia to spread his message – humans will take their jobs back Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast When the AI bubble bursts, executives who enthusiastically replaced their staff with AI tools will learn that it takes a “really long time” to replace those lost skills, says Cory Doctorow, a science fiction author and journalist. But those in creative fields should also be warned not to put all their faith in copyright as the best way to safeguard their work, Doctorow warns, just one week after the Australian prime minister, Anthony Albanese, promised to ramp up protection against AI companies who refuse to pay . Continue reading...
Culture
Where the Presidents Spent Their Summers, From Coolidge to Carter
The 'summer White House' is a longstanding tradition among U.S. presidents that enables them to fulfill their duties in a scenic setting with their families. From JFK’s iconic compound in Hyannis Port to Obama’s beloved Martha’s Vineyard, discover where the presidents spent their summers while in office.
Technology
Where to Watch Shark Week 2026 Online: Schedule, Streaming Guide
The cult-favorite TV event returns for its 38th iteration, kicking off on July 26 with 'K-Pop Shark Heroes,' starring Ken Jeong and Rei Ami.
California
Why a plan to filter bacteria from the Arroyo Seco is facing fierce opposition
A tiny parcel of land near Highland park is supposed to be key to filtering out fecal contamination from the Arroyo Seco. But some people don't want the lot — with its trees — to be disturbed.
Technology
Why does everything feel so joyless? Welcome to the age of decadence without pleasure | Michèle Mendelssohn and Charlie Tyson
Decadence in our era comes in technologically mediated forms, emptied of desire and obsessed with self-optimisation Do you want to have a good time? You know, really enjoy yourself? Click here, and tell us your desires. Maybe it’s a new outfit, or some exotic cuisine delivered anonymously and steaming hot to your door. Maybe it’s porn or gambling. Perhaps you prefer the infinite scroll, the endlessly unfurling ribbon of glossy images and videos starring people you’ll never meet doing things you’ll never do. Or maybe you favor talking to a chatbot who will assure you that you are the most special of all its users. For anyone with an Internet connection and a little discretionary income, the contemporary moment offers a superabundance of seductive distractions. Why then the pervasive mood of emptiness? Why are so many at once overstimulated and bored? Continue reading...
Technology
Winston Duke Trusts David Jonsson to Take On ‘Black Panther’: ‘I Think It’s Going to Be Great’
Winston Duke is officially returning to Wakanda for “Black Panther 3”, and David Jonsson is coming along with him. Marvel teased the third “Black Panther” at San Diego Comic-Con, which releases Dec. 15, 2028. Jonsson will play T’Challa’s son, Prince T’Challa II, continuing the late Chadwick Boseman’s legacy. “I trust him as an artist. I […]
Global
Would you choose £50,000 over the chance of £1m?
The vast majority of people - particularly women - answer a survey saying they'd take the certainty over chance.
Global
Would you pay $58.5m to live in this iconic New York building?
With its renovation nearly complete, the Flatiron is ready for its next - and most extravagant - phase of life.
Technology
You can get three months of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate for almost half off
Subscribing to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate on a recurring basis has been tough to justify recently, even after Microsoft reduced the monthly cost from $29.99 to $22.99. But you can get a better deal on a three-month subscription (valued at $69) by grabbing a digital code at Eneba that costs $39.01 at the time of […] Subscribing to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate on a recurring basis has been tough to justify recently, even after Microsoft reduced the monthly cost from $29.99 to $22.99. But you can get a better deal on a three-month subscription (valued at $69) by grabbing a digital code at Eneba that costs $39.01 at the time of publication. Game Pass Ultimate grants you access to the full Game Pass library on Xbox (compared to a more limited slice with Premium), including first-party titles and online multiplayer access. The subscription also gives PC gamers access to Microsoft’s catalog of Ga
Technology
‘Am I Supposed to be a Comedian?’: Donald Trump’s Bizarre White House Correspondent’s Dinner Speech Had Few Laughing
Even by the standards to which we’ve all, by now, become accustomed, President Donald Trump’s performance at Friday night’s White House Correspondents’ Dinner was bizarre. And the fact of it — from the style of his halting delivery to the substance of his vindictive message to a journalists’ group who’d handed him a mic — […]
Technology
‘Attack on Paradise’ Review: Under Siege From Both Criminals and Cops, a Hero Battles Upward in a Zesty High-Rise Actioner
Saïd Boumazoughe gets a “created by” credit just below director Bob Colaers at the end of “Attack on Paradise,” amplifying the fact that this project is very much the Belgian-Moroccan star’s realized personal fantasy of an action vehicle. That translates into something a lot like “Die Hard,” with elements of “Assault on Precinct 13,” “High […]
Technology
‘Avengers: Doomsday’ Trailer Rocks Comic-Con: Doctor Doom Raises Army of Sentinels to Take Down Avengers, Fantastic Four and X-Men
Marvel Studios chief Kevin Feige surprised San Diego Comic Con attendees with exclusive footage of “Avengers: Doomsday,” shown only to lucky fans inside of the convention center’s massive Hall H. The trailer starts out with Victor Von Doom (Robert Downey Jr.) sitting on a throne as Vanessa Kirby’s Sue Storm (a.k.a. the Invisible Woman) explains […]
Technology
‘Black Panther 3’: David Jonsson to Play T’Challa’s Son as December 2028 Release Date Set
Black Panther is back! David Jonsson has been cast as the new Black Panther and is playing T’Challa’s son in “Black Panther 3,” out Dec. 15, 2028. The film will follow Jonsson’s character, Prince T’Challa II, as he comes of age after he was introduced as a child in “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.” Director Ryan […]
Technology
‘Black Panther 3’: David Jonsson to Star as T’Challa’s Son, Sequel Set for 2028
The crown jewel of this year's Comic-Con was Saturday's Marvel Studios panel, where the actor was announced as a grown version of T'Challa's son.
Technology
‘Coyote vs. Acme’ Director and Star Lana Condor on Finally Showing Their Film to the Fans at Comic-Con: ‘The Fight Was For a Good Reason’
If you went back to November 2023 and told “Coyote vs. Acme” director Dave Green that his Looney Toons legal comedy would make its debut at San Diego Comic-Con, he probably wouldn’t believe it. Of course, that’s largely because that’s when Green learned the film had been shelved by Warner Bros. Discovery as a tax […]
Science
‘It’s not rocket science’: a day in the life of a Nasa behavioral health scientist
Dr Suzanne Bell helps astronauts perform in a high-stress environment. To do that, she wakes up at 5am – without an alarm Tell us: what impact have GLP-1s had on your relationships? Dr Suzanne Bell, an organizational psychologist, leads the Behavioral Health and Performance Laboratory at Nasa’s Johnson Space Center. What’s your morning routine? Continue reading...
Technology
‘No Rest for the Wicked’ Review: A Supernatural Gay Love Story in a 19th-Century Backwater
The yearning separations of seafaring life have generated many a romantic ghost story, and while it largely takes place on terra firma, the Danish “No Rest for the Wicked” provides an honorable addition to that roster. Kaspar Kalle’s assured debut feature, drawn from an 1884 story by German author Karl Heinrich Ulrichs — a very […]
Technology
‘Pinocchio: Unstrung’ Review: Killer Puppetry Is the Best Thing About This Killer Puppet Slasher
British indie director Rhys Frake-Waterfield gained a measure of notoriety for his 2023 film “Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey,” at best an amusing sketch idea that could hardly support a feature-length horror movie, let alone a very slapdash sequel. But it wasn’t memorably bad enough to merit either cultists or a shelf full of Razzies, both […]
Technology
‘Rick and Morty’ Spinoff ‘President Curtis’ Plays It Safe, but Keeps the Sci-Fi Franchise Cruising: TV Review
“They spin off so fast,” Morty (Harry Belden) sighs of the latest visitors to the garage he shares with his grandfather Rick (Ian Cardoni). “I give it 10 episodes,” Rick replies. The scene is an obligatory, efficient passing of the baton from the characters’ namesake show “Rick and Morty,” a juggernaut hit for Adult Swim […]
Technology
‘The Odyssey’ Holds Strong for Big Second Weekend of $87M, Passes $600M Globally
The film boasts one of the best second weekend ever for an R-rated movie, behind only 'Deadpool & Wolverine.'
Technology
‘The Odyssey’ Leaked on X: High-Quality Bootleg Seen by Millions in Hours Before Takedown
“The Odyssey” leaks have begun, as a high-quality bootleg of the film reached millions of people on X thanks to a viral tweet on July 25. At 2:25 p.m. PT, a post on X reading “Someone uploaded ‘The Odyssey’ full movie on X. Can you believe it?” amplified a message from a now-suspended account. The […]
Technology
‘The Odyssey’ earns $87M in second weekend, Nolan’s best yet
"The Odyssey" continued to exert a mighty hold on moviegoers.
Culture
‘¡Que Viva la Bachata!’ Romeo Santos & Prince Royce Celebrate the Genre in Front of 54,000 Fans in Madrid
The New York stars of Dominican descent performed at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano as part of their joint Mejor Tarde Que Nunca Tour 2026.