Technology
'Avengers: Endgame' retakes box office crown; Robert Pattinson drives sales for 'Primetime'
A victory lap for Marvel and an appetizer for the upcoming "Avengers: Doomsday."
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Technology
'Funflation' is on the rise as hobbies get pricier, but consumers keep spending anyway
Consumers are spending more on hobbies like arts and crafts and outdoor sports, as it gets more expensive to travel due to increased airfare.
Global
2 giant pandas arrive in Atlanta under a U.S.-China government agreement
A new agreement between Zoo Atlanta and the China Wildlife Conservation Association makes Atlanta one of three zoos in the U.S. to house giant pandas, along with the San Diego Zoo and the Smithsonian's National Zoo in Washington, D.C.
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2 giant pandas set off to Atlanta zoo from China after Xi-Trump summit
Two giant pandas have departed Chengdu in southwestern China for their new homes in Atlanta as part of an agreement between the Chinese and American governments
Technology
2026 MTV VMAs Red Carpet: Taylor Swift, Lisa, Raye and More
The 2026 MTV VMAs are in full swing, and music’s biggest stars are showing up and out on the red carpet. Hosted by Snoop Dogg, this year’s Video Music Awards promises audiences a jam-packed program, including a performance from Madonna (her first at the show in more than two decades), a Dolly Parton tribute and, […]
Technology
2026 MTV Video Music Awards: Watch the Red Carpet Livestream
The awards ceremony, hosted by Snoop Dogg, airs live from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles Sunday night.
News
3 dead, 4 hurt in shooting at Detroit strip club, police say
An argument turned into gunfire at an after-hours strip club in Detroit.
Technology
5 men arrested near UK air base used by U.S. in Iran war on suspicion of preparing a terrorist act
Fairford has been used by American bombers for strictly limited strikes against Iran under an agreement with former British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who voiced opposition to the war after it was launched by the U.S. and Israel on Feb. 28.
Technology
5 men arrested near air base used by US in Iran war on suspicion of preparing a terrorist act
UK police have arrested five men near an air base used by the US during its war against Iran
Technology
61m tonnes of rubble: Gaza aid workers face delicate task of clearing ruins concealing up to 10,000 bodies
Removal of war debris, in which lives, memories and unexploded Israeli bombs lie buried, is one of largest clearance operations in modern history It took all day to clear a section of road in the Tel al-Hawa neighbourhood in Gaza City. At the end of it, Ahmed Alyan, a UN engineer, was exhausted, surrounded by mountains of rubble despite the day’s work. “I feel as if we are holding a spoon and trying to empty the sea,” Alyan said, beads of sweat trickling down his forehead after a long, hot summer day. Continue reading...
Culture
8 Break Out Beauty Looks from The 2026 MTV VMAs
Taylor Swift's Italian cinema eyeliner is just one of the best beauty looks of the night.
California
A new flash point in the Iran war: The narrow strait called the 'Gate of Tears'
The Bab el-Mandeb Strait, which links the Mediterranean Sea with the Indian Ocean, is a new tinderbox in the Iran war.
Technology
Achille Lauro Unveils Sophomore All-denim Collection for Dondup
The fall 2027 range debuted with a dedicated track, music video and release party.
California
Across California's IVF insurance divide, many are priced out of parenthood
Landmark legislation requiring large employers to cover infertility treatments went into effect at the beginning of the year. It's changed lives and boosted clinic caseloads – and left those who don't qualify scrambling to afford care.
Technology
Adam Brody Calls for a ‘Free Palestine,’ Says He’s Never ‘Ducked’ Politics: ‘I Just Answer the Questions I’m Asked’
Adam Brody is calling for a “free Palestine” and explaining why his political activism doesn’t come up more often during his red-carpet and press appearances. “I just answer the questions I’m asked,” the actor told GQ. “And it’s true. I’m not wearing a pin, so I’m not inviting a certain question, and perhaps I should. […]
Technology
Air base at the center of a UK terror probe has been used by the US Air Force during the Iran war
British police have arrested five men on suspicion of preparing an act of terrorism and explosives offenses outside RAF Fairford, a base in western England operated by the U.S. Air Force
Technology
Alanui Spring 2027: A New Journey
Carlotta and Nicolò Oddi opened the doors of Casa Alanui for their Milan Fashion Week debut, showcasing their luxury knitwear collection in its chic natural habitat.
Culture
All the Winners at the 2026 MTV VMAs: Live Updates
Catch up on all the winners at the 2026 Video Music Awards, hosted by Snoop Dogg, right here.
Culture
An epic Melbourne art crawl: how many gallery openings can I cram in in one night?
Covering 15km and six suburbs on an e-bike, James Norman discovers vibrant artist-run spaces, crowds spilling on to pavements and a garbage bin of ice-cold beer There’s a particular thrill in discovering new, interesting spaces in your own city – but even as a Melbourne local and a longtime art lover I find it near impossible to keep up with the independent openings happening in my city. That’s why I’m grateful for the work of Charles Lai who, for more than a decade, has been doing the legwork. Lai runs an accessible free calendar populated with details of dozens of upcoming art openings, and, like a sort of Bill Cunningham for Melbourne, has become one of the city’s most active art chroniclers on Instagram. Continue reading...
Global
Andy Burnham brings good vibes to Labour’s annual conference but tough choices are coming
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham has been in office for two months, and his party seems content for now
Markets
Andy Burnham refuses to back third runway at Heathrow
Andy Burnham said he would wait for the results of a consultation on a scheme estimated to cost £33bn
Technology
Ann Demeulemeester Hosts Book Signing for ‘Print’ in Milan
The coffee table book, published by Hannibal, retraces Demeulemeester’s career through fashion show invitations.
Technology
Anna Kendrick Is “Over the Moon” About Directing ‘The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo’
The 'Babies' actress covered George Clooney, 'Twilight' ("what the f*** am I doing here?") and 'Pitch Perfect's "revisionist history" in a career-spanning conversation at the Zurich Film Festival.
Technology
Anna Kendrick ‘Over the Moon’ About Directing ‘The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo,’ Compares ‘Pitch Perfect’ Friendships to the Avengers
Anna Kendrick, who is at the Zurich Film Festival for the European premiere of Lauren Miller Rogen’s “Babies,” spoke briefly about her next directorial project, “The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo.” Back in June, it was announced that Kendrick would direct the Netflix film, adapted from Taylor Jenkins Reid’s best-selling novel. “Obviously, over the moon […]
Technology
Anthony Mackie Says Chris Evans Gave Him the ‘Avengers: Endgame’ Script Early, Revealing How He’d Become Captain America: ‘It Was Really Great and Really Emotional’
Chris Evans and Anthony Mackie’s bond goes beyond their shared roles as Captain America. They’re also close friends, so much so that Evans gave Mackie early access to the “Avengers: Endgame” script, which is when the actor learned how he’d become the superhero. “Chris Evans is somebody who I hold near and dear,” Mackie said […]
Technology
Anthropic CEO Amodei set to meet with Trump after missing state dinner
As top tech CEOs rubbed elbows at President Trump's glitzy dinner for Chinese President Xi on Thursday, Anthropic's CEO was noticeably absent.
Technology
Apple, Microsoft, and Meta prove stock picking for individuals is not a fool's errand
Let's unpack this.
Markets
Armani's business and creative evolution on show in Milan a year after founder's death
Giorgio Armani’s empire is taking shape a year after the designer’s death
Technology
Asian Games 2026 Livestream: Where to Watch the Event In the U.S. Online
Some of the best athletes in the world are in Japan this week for the 2026 Asian Games, a multi-sport competition held every four years for countries in Asia. This year’s Asian Games take place in Nagoya, located in the Aichi Prefecture in Japan, and Aichi–Nagoya 2026 makes the 20th edition of the event. Almost […]
Technology
At NFL games this season, drone defense tech aims to bring down disruptions
The NFL told CNBC it recorded 10,852 drone violations over stadiums between 2021 and 2025. The Jaguars became the first team to sign a drone defense firm.
Global
At least 12 dead and dozens missing after vessel capsizes in eastern Congo
A vessel carrying traders has capsized in Lake Kivu in eastern Congo, killing at least 12 people
Global
At least 27 dead after two mass shootings in South Africa, police say
Seventeen people killed at bar near Johannesburg and 10 killed in separate incident at store near Cape Town Two separate mass shootings near South Africa’s two biggest cities killed at least 27 people, police have said. The South African police service said on Sunday that 17 people were killed on Saturday night when eight suspects armed with AK-47 rifles and pistols opened fire at a bar in Wedela township, south-west of Johannesburg. At least 15 other people sustained gunshot injuries in that attack, police said. Continue reading...
Technology
Avalanche sweeps Nepal mountain, killing 2 and leaving 12 missing
An avalanche has swept a mountain peak in Nepal during bad weather, killing at least two people and leaving 12 others missing
Global
Bad language: profane Trump brings presidential swearing out into open
President has let rip with swearwords in recent months, redefining norms about acceptable language in public office With a lifetime of political memories stretching back to John F Kennedy’s assassination and the Black civil rights struggles of the 1960s, Cheryl Johnson had one complaint above all else about today’s politicians: the swearing. “All this cursing in politics, we never heard that before,” said Johnson, a retired social worker living in the Pittsburgh area. “Words are very powerful, and the past 45 presidents of this country, have not used such vile language. Continue reading...
California
Barabak: War games and draft lawsuits: Democrats work to Trump-proof November election
Stepping in for a complacent Congress, Democratic attorneys general are ready to fight efforts to undermine or overturn the Nov. 3 election. "We need to stay vigilant," says Colorado's Phil Weiser.
Technology
Beyond Frontman Doc ‘Because of You Ka Kui’ to Open U.K.’s Odyssey Film Festival, Lands Local Distribution (EXCLUSIVE)
“Because of You Ka Kui,” a documentary on the late Beyond frontman Wong Ka Kui, will open the sixth Odyssey Film Festival in the U.K., with NGO U.K.-China Film Collab also picking up the Hong Kong film for local distribution. Discussions began in March at FilMart in Hong Kong, which U.K.-China Film Collab attended with […]
Technology
Bill Gates says unchecked AI could ‘cause a billion deaths’ in call for regulation
Microsoft co-founder and philanthropist speaks with NBC’s Kristen Welker in interview airing on Sunday Bill Gates has called on the US’s federal legislators and law enforcers to regulate the development of artificial intelligence ( AI ), saying in an interview airing on Sunday that the technology left unchecked could cause “a billion deaths” and “no one thinks self-regulation is enough”. “You need law enforcement and the politicians to get into the discussion about what safeguards and monitoring look like,” the Microsoft co-founder and philanthropist said to Kristen Welker, the NBC Meet the Press host. “And that has to be a required thing.” Continue reading...
Culture
Bottega Veneta Spring 2027 Ready-to-Wear
Bottega Veneta Spring 2027 Ready-to-Wear
Technology
Box Office: ‘Avengers: Endgame Encore’ Returns to No. 1 With $26 Million, ‘Primetime’ Scores Impressive $19 Million Debut
“Avengers: Endgame Encore,” a re-release of Disney and Marvel’s 2019 blockbuster (with extra footage!), emerged victorious at the domestic box office over several new releases. “Avengers: Endgame Encore” generated $26 million from 3,060 North American theaters over the weekend, a sizable haul for a movie that’s been available to watch online for years. It was […]
Culture
British PM Andy Burnham brings good vibes to his party's annual conference, but tough choices are coming
The governing Labour Party opened its annual conference beside the River Mersey in Liverpool on Sunday, with Burnham pledging to turn the page on a decade of economic and political turmoil.
Technology
Brittany Howard Protests ICE at Ohana Festival, Urges Americans to Protect Each Other
Alabama Shakes bandleader wore an "ICE OUT" pin during the group's set at the Orange County fest and delivered a message of unity
Global
Burnham proposes NHS-style social care system for England
The prime minister told the BBC that social care in England is "as unfair as American healthcare".
Global
Bus carrying Filipino tourists veers off German highway and overturns, killing 2
A bus carrying tourists from the Philippines veered off a highway west of Munich and overturned, killing at least two people
Technology
Calypso icon Slinger Francisco, dubbed 'The Mighty Sparrow,' dies at 91
Slinger Francisco was known as the “Calypso King of the World.”
Technology
Camo’s back: noughties pop’s military style is on the march again
A look evoking memories of All Saints and Destiny’s Child has fashion editors, Brad Pitt and the high street all blending in Discussing their style while in All Saints, Nicole and Natalie Appleton said earlier this year that some things don’t change: “Army trousers and combat trousers will always be a staple with us.” If, for a long time after All Saints’ noughties heyday, the sisters would have known this look was not the height of fashion, things have changed in 2026. Judging by those attending shows at London fashion week this month, camo is very much back. Continue reading...
Culture
Cashmere Headphones and a Punk Rock Performance: Inside Thom Browne and Bose’s Bash at The Lotos Club
Thom Browne celebrated his Bose launch with an experiential event in the Upper East Side gilded age mansion, featuring a performance by Danish group Iceage.
Technology
Charli XCX Puts a Sensual Spin on Dark Glamour in Saint Laurent for the MTV VMAs 2026 Red Carpet
The look was a custom design by the maison's creative director Anthony Vaccarello.
Technology
Chris Rock Says Infidelity and Struggling to ‘Make It’ Aren’t Just Hollywood Problems: ‘If You Got No Love, You’re Broke as F—k’
Chris Rock’s new movie “Misty Green” centers on a fictional actress (Rosalind Eleazar) mounting a Hollywood comeback after years in the throes of a fading career. Misty’s journey pokes fun at some of the trappings of trying to “make it” in the entertainment industry, a pursuit that Rock himself is rejecting after his decades-spanning career […]
Technology
Civil rights enforcement cuts mean fewer staff, closed offices, longer waits for students with disabilities
Filing a civil rights complaint with the Office of Civil Rights can be parents' last stop. Following cuts and restructuring, this federal office is no longer serving that same resource.
Global
Colombian police capture wife and daughter of Ecuadorian gang leader extradited to the United States
Colombian police say they have captured the wife and daughter of Jose Adolfo Macias Villamar, a notorious Ecuadorian gang leader
Global
Controversial Orange Order march to go ahead for first time in nearly 30 years after late night drama
After a series of court rulings the High Court ruled in the early hours of Sunday morning that the Parades Commission decision allowing a restricted parade should be respected
Technology
Death toll in Indonesia's capsized Java Sea ferry rises to 64; dozens remain missing
Indonesian rescuers have recovered more bodies from the wreck of a ferry that capsized in the Java Sea two weeks ago
Technology
Debt-hungry AI companies face increased risk as bond yields spike
The AI infrastructure buildout shows no sign of slowing, but the surge in Treasury yields means it's at least going to cost more.
Bay Area
Democracy blindsides Silicon Valley’s power players looking to transform the world with AI
‘The push against datacenters speaks to the frustration of people who don’t feel they are making the choices in their lives’ The Stanford ethicist Rob Reich was once invited to a dinner organized by a Silicon Valley mogul to discuss what a state designed to maximize science and tech powered by commercial models might look like. The gathered technologists were drawn to the idea of building a small nation-state dedicated to the endeavor, Reich recalls in “ System Error : Where Big Tech Went Wrong and How We Can Reboot it”. When Reich asked whether this state would be a democracy, he got a cool no. “Democracy is too slow, and it holds science back,” he was told. “To optimize for science, we need a beneficent technocrat in charge.” Continue reading...
California
Dog dies trying to protect northern California couple from bear attack
Couple was seriously injured after attack on 19 September and are mourning the death of their French bulldog A bear attack last weekend has left a California couple seriously injured and mourning the death of their French bulldog, who tried to protect them from the animal. In the early hours of 19 September, Jeff Wilson, who lives in rural northern California, let his dog Cassie go outside, the San Francisco Chronicle reported . Continue reading...
Culture
Dušan Spring 2027 Ready-to-Wear
Dušan Spring 2027 Ready-to-Wear
Culture
Ed Sheeran Roasted by ‘Chicken Shop Date’ Host Amelia Dimoldenberg on ‘SNL UK’: Watch
The British comedian poked fun at Sheeran’s Loop Tour controversy in her opening monologue.
Technology
Ella Bright Ditches Her Signature Hair Color for Something Witchy at the 2026 VMAs
Forget the good-girl look of Hannah “Wellsy” Wells—Bright has gone dark for fall.
Global
England win series as Banton delivers on potential
Tom Banton delivers on all of his potential by crashing a brilliant first international century as England wrapped up their summer with an ODI series win over Sri Lanka.
Technology
Engram is a sampler that turns broken AI hallucinations into music
Music startup Thoughtful Things has just launched the Kickstarter campaign for its first instrument, Engram. It's a sampler and groovebox that uses AI to mangle incoming audio and even hallucinate completely new sounds. This isn't Suno in a box, though. This isn't a "push-button, get-song" device, aimed at creating something that sounds ready for top-40 […] Music startup Thoughtful Things has just launched the Kickstarter campaign for its first instrument, Engram . It's a sampler and groovebox that uses AI to mangle incoming audio and even hallucinate completely new sounds. This isn't Suno in a box, though. This isn't a "push-button, get-song" device, aimed at creating something that sounds ready for top-40 radio. It's about creating experimental, uncanny sounds and pushing AI audio models beyond their limits. Engram isn't connected to the internet. Instead, it runs a "tiny AI" loc
Global
Eviction of 87-year-old sparks encampment protest in Madrid over housing crisis
Tens of thousands marched through Madrid on Saturday to protest the eviction of María del Carmen Abascal from the apartment in the upscale Retiro neighborhood where she had lived for more than seven decades.
Culture
Exclusive: Gucci Got the Gang Together for a Late Night After-Party
Hours after presenting his Spring 2027 show, Demna gathered his crew from the front row and runway for an intimate dinner that began in the courtyard of Il Bolognese over Negronis.
Technology
Explore the highlights of Milan Fashion Week in photos
Milan Fashion Week balanced legacy and reinvention as Italy’s leading fashion houses used expressive silhouettes, refined craftsmanship and evolving creative leadership to chart a path forward toward spring and summer 2027. The week opened on Tuesday with ​Prada’s show and ran through to Sunday with presentations from Bottega Veneta and Giorgio Armani. ___ This is a photo gallery curated by AP photo editors.
Science
Father and son crowned Sheep Dog World Trial champions
David and Jack Howells say they "never in million years" thought they would win the double.
Technology
Five arrested as counter-terror police investigate major incident near UK airbase used by US forces
The men have been detained on suspicion of preparation of a terrorist act after three suspicious vehicles were reported to be travelling towards the base.
Global
Five arrested on terrorism charges after explosives found near RAF base used by US
Counter-terrorism police investigate whether Iran is behind suspected bomb plot after member of public calls 999 over suspicious vehicles Counter-terrorism police are investigating whether Iran is behind a suspected bomb plot after armed officers found explosives on three vans parked minutes from an RAF base used by the US military. The Guardian understands that after five men were arrested on terrorism charges, investigators were examining materials found in the vans, with an initial view being they were consistent with improvised explosive devices. Continue reading...
Technology
Florence Road Land Top Slot at Ohana After Gear Stolen: ‘It Means a Lot for a Little Irish Band’
After having to cancel their Friday performance, fest organizers were able to squeeze the band in right before Tyler Childers' Saturday headlining set
Culture
For Restless Sleepers Spring 2027 Ready-to-Wear
For Restless Sleepers Spring 2027 Ready-to-Wear
California
Former Palisades resident misled smart ring investors in $2-million Ponzi scheme
A former Pacific Palisades resident was found guilty by a federal jury in Orange County Thursday of running a Ponzi scheme that stole nearly $2 million from investors.
Global
Four killed in helicopter crash near Montreal
The victims of the crash have not yet been identified, Quebec provincial police told the BBC.
Culture
From the Archives: Revisiting the Inception of Isaac Mizrahi’s Documentary, Unzipped
Unzipped, a delightful documentary about the life and times of Isaac Mizrahi, tells you everything you ever wanted to know about the fashion industry—and then some.
Global
Fuel price spike squeezes French baguette bakers as heating oil costs soar
Kevin and Sandrine Luce run a bakery in northern France and are struggling with soaring fuel prices
Culture
Fuerza Regida Talks Being A Part of Pushing Regional Mexican Music Globally & Their Love For Taylor Swift | VMAs 2026
Fuerza Regida caught up with Billboard’s Tetris Kelly on the red carpet of the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards.
Global
German town decision to halt Holocaust memorial plaques sparks outrage
Some of Merz’s conservatives joined the far-right in supporting the move.
Culture
Giambattista Valli Acquires Full Ownership of His Brand From Artémis
The Italian designer has acquired full ownership of his brand from the Pinault family’s holding company, with which he went into partnership in 2021.
Culture
Gianvito Rossi Marked 20 Years of Fabulous Footwear and a New Rizzoli Tome
For the brand’s 20th anniversary celebration at Palazzo Serbelloni during Milan Fashion Week, both Naomi Watts and Paloma Elsesser turned up in the Jessica—and told Vogue they were more than happy to spend the evening on their feet.
Culture
Giorgio Armani Spring 2027 Ready-to-Wear
Giorgio Armani Spring 2027 Ready-to-Wear
Technology
Giorgio Armani Spring 2027: Family Dynamics
Silvana Armani put a personal stamp on the collection, and paid tribute to her uncle Giorgio in myriad ways.
Culture
Godzilla Minus Zero review – spectacular Japanese action continues franchise’s winning streak
New York film festival: The follow-up to 2023’s Oscar-winning Godzilla Minus One dazzles with smart social commentary and jaw-dropping effects Even by the standards of older movie stars catching a major second wind later in their careers, Godzilla pulled off an impressive reclamation of the spotlight three years ago. Godzilla Minus One , the most recent reboot featuring the 70-year-old kaiju – the version(s) from his native Japan, mind, not the Americanized one concurrently starring in a series of Warner Bros blockbusters opposite King Kong – wasn’t just another monster-movie success. It fully crossed over, becoming the highest-grossing Japanese-language movie ever released in North America, and won an Academy Award to boot for its terrific visual effects. Now. Japanese Godzilla characters are mainstream enough to pop up in Happy Meals, and the Toho -made sequel Godzilla Minus Zero is wo
Technology
Googlebooks might be the real deal
Hi, friends! Welcome to Installer No. 145, your guide to the best and Verge-iest stuff in the world. (If you're new here, welcome, I'm happy to be done traveling for a bit, and also you can read all the old editions at the Installer homepage.) This week, I flew to San Francisco to try out […] Hi, friends! Welcome to Installer No. 145, your guide to the best and Verge -iest stuff in the world. (If you're new here, welcome, I'm happy to be done traveling for a bit, and also you can read all the old editions at the Installer homepage .) This week, I flew to San Francisco to try out Meta's new hardware, including the impressive Meta VR Glasses . Along the way, I've been listening to Joanna Stern's interview with Mark Zuckerberg , watching this interview with new Apple CEO John Ternus , revisiting Steve Jobs' "Antennagate" press conference Q&A , playing games on my Steam Deck using
California
Governor Newsom signs bills to strengthen accountability for cold storage facilities, following emergency in Boyle Heights
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Governor Newsom signs legislation protecting the LGBTQ community, pushing back on attacks by the Trump administration
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Governor Newsom signs new laws expanding California’s nation-leading reproductive freedom and care
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Global
Grizzly reality: US states grapple with uptick in encounters between bears and humans
Bears are increasingly entering places where humans live in the US, forcing wildlife workers to make tough decisions Dan Thompson, supervisor of the large carnivore section of the Wyoming game and fish department, enjoys the field work of capturing mountain lions, wolves, black bears and grizzly bears to study them. “I have always been personally intrigued with carnivores and their role throughout any ecosystem,” Thompson said. “I actually feel very fortunate to get paid to do what we do.” Continue reading...
Culture
HUI Spring 2027 Ready-to-Wear
HUI Spring 2027 Ready-to-Wear
Markets
Healey to promise 'new age of industrialisation' for UK in conference speech
The chancellor will unveil policies aimed at boosting British shipbuilding in his speech to Labour's annual conference on Monday.
Culture
Here Are the Performers & Presenters for the 2026 VMAs
Expect a packed two-hour show.
Technology
Here’s What Went Down at Olivia Rodrigo’s Unraveled Tour Opener
A melting dress, a field of pink flowers, and some Sour throwbacks came together at the Hartford, Connecticut show
Technology
Here’s Where to Livestream Takuma Inoue vs. Tenshin Nasukawa 2 Boxing Online
Teiken Promotions has an epic title bout featuring two prime Japanese boxers this weekend. Champion Takuma Inoue defends his WBC bantamweight title belt against former-kickboxer and -mixed martial artist Tenshin Nasukawa in a rematch. The main event is scheduled for 12 rounds. On Sunday, Sept. 27, Inoue (22-2-0) vs. Nasukawa (8-1-0) takes place at Toyota […]
Technology
Hints of ‘Sex and the City’ and ‘Narcos’: A Look at Literary Works Being Pitched for Screen Adaptations at Iberseries & Platino Industria
Among the featured books are also the memoirs of a Medellín drug cartel founder and Che Guevara’s first wife, plus a graphic novel by the creator of the opening title design for 'Only Murders in the Building.'
Technology
Host Jalen Brunson brings the Knicks to premiere of 'SNL,' with many nods to team's NBA title run
Jalen Brunson brought his NBA champion teammates to "Saturday Night Live" for the show's 52nd season premiere
Technology
How to Stream the 2026 MTV VMAs Live Online
The MTV Video Music Awards return Sunday night with one of the show’s biggest lineups in years, including Madonna’s first VMA performance in more than two decades, a Dolly Parton tribute from Kacey Musgraves and the world premiere of a new Taylor Swift music video. The 2026 MTV VMAs air live Sunday, Sept. 27 at […]
Culture
How to Wear the Art Deco Trend for Wedding Guest Dressing
Want to incorporate one of fall's biggest trends into your occasionwear wardrobe? Here, we pulled together the best Art Deco dresses for wedding guests, from brands like Ulla Johnson, Bode, and more.
Technology
Hurricane Nolo lashes Hawaii as new threat of 'volcanic hail' arises
Millions of Hawaii residents are on alert as Hurricane Nolo closes in and is forecast to bring heavy rain and winds.
Technology
Hurricane Nolo still threatens Hawaii as Mexico's Baja braces for major Hurricane Polo
Nolo was expected to continue strengthening and turn toward the northwest by Sunday night, though the National Hurricane Center said the center of the storm would remain well south and southwest of the Hawaiian Islands.
Technology
Hurricane Nolo still threatens Hawaii as Mexico’s Baja braces for Hurricane Polo
Hurricane Nolo is moving away from Hawaiian islands but threat of heavy rain, flash floods and strong winds persists Hurricane Nolo was moving away from the Hawaiian islands on Sunday, but the threat of heavy rain, flash flooding and strong winds persisted in areas of the island chain still recovering from previous storms. Nolo was about 365 miles (585km) south-south-west of Honolulu and moving away from the Big Island at about 12mph (19km/h). But the Hawaii county civil defense agency said a high wind warning, wind advisory and high surf advisory remained in effect for parts of the island through Sunday evening as Nolo’s maximum sustained winds rose to 115mph. Continue reading...
Global
I spent a full hour watching Trump TV. It’s a digital pathway to hell | Dave Schilling
The streaming channel was full of the president’s vanity and myopia. It was also deeply, deeply dull Are you currently at an airport? Strapped to a hospital bed, with various tubes protruding from your body? Maybe you’re on a treadmill or visiting an elder care facility? Chained to a radiator in the basement from the Saw movies? If you said yes to any of these questions, you might be watching cable news while reading this column. Or maybe you’re one of the hundreds of people currently watching Donald Trump’s answer to cable news, Trump TV – a YouTube streaming channel that airs nothing but White House-sanctioned content 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Dave Schilling is a Los Angeles-based writer and humorist Continue reading...
Global
In playful moments, the USMNT’s new youth movement is already paying off
After a crushing World Cup exit, 11 debutants and two teenage scorers are giving the program renewed verve Subscribe to our free newsletter for US soccer fans Follow Guardian Soccer on Instagram and TikTok The fans who witnessed the United States’ 4-1 thrashing of Peru in Orlando on Saturday did not have to wait long to get their flashbulb moment. It came just four minutes into the match, only moments after 19-year-old Orlando City attacker Justin Ellis headed home the US opener. Ellis, making his first appearance for the US, sprinted toward the near corner to celebrate, then turned and faced the US supporters in the north end of Inter.co Stadium – a supporters’ section nicknamed “the wall”. Quickly, he was joined by Villarreal defender Alex Freeman, himself an Orlando City product. For a moment, the two former teammates posed arm in arm, gazing up at the home crowd. Then they embraced,
Global
Inside Yemen's front-line city as Houthis battle for control
In rare access to Yemen's conflict zone the BBC travels to the front line with pro-government soldiers.
Technology
Iran's foreign minister says Tehran ready for 'doomsday' war with U.S., but leaves diplomacy on the table
Iran's foreign minister says talks are the only way to break the deadlock, while its navy says it's analyzing data from a captured U.S. underwater drone.
Global
Iranian minister says only negotiation can end conflict after Trump rejects Hormuz deal
The foreign minister says Tehran is waiting for an official rejection of a deal, despite the US President's comments.
Technology
Israeli Americans Protest Outside ‘NAZA’ New York Premiere by Screening Oct. 7 Attacks Footage
Israeli-American Council (IAC) co-chair Tal Shuster said of the Israel–Gaza war documentary, "We're not saying, don't show the film. We're saying: show all the facts."
Technology
Jalen Brunson Brings the New York Knicks to the ‘Saturday Night Live’ Season 52 Premiere
Karl-Anthony Towns, Josh Hart, OG Anunoby and Mikal Bridges showed up to support the NBA Finals MVP's first hosting stint.
Technology
Jalen Brunson’s ‘SNL’ Monologue Sees Knicks Starting 5 Roasting Each Other
Jalen Brunson’s “Saturday Night Live” monologue featured some familiar faces, as the remaining members of the Knicks starting five visited Studio 8H to roast their team captain. But before Karl-Anthony Towns, Josh Hart, Mikal Bridges and OG Anunoby appeared on screen, Kenan Thompson took the stage as ESPN pundit Stephen A. Smith. “Let me say […]
Technology
Jeff Ament Looks Back at Pearl Jam’s Early Days — and Explains How They Picked Their New Drummer
With his new photo book, Since Forever , out new, Pearl Jam's Jeff Ament talks about the stories behind the photos, and discusses the band's post-Matt Cameron future
Technology
Jeff Probst Says ‘Survivor’ Needs Diversity Despite Paramount’s DEI Rollbacks: ‘All Those Differences Matter in the Story’
Fifty seasons later, one key factor of “Survivor” remains the same: the show’s approach to diversity. Longtime host Jeff Probst told The New York Times that “nothing has changed” in the reality competition series’ approach, despite Paramount’s rollback of DEI initiatives to align with Trump’s mandates in 2025. Diversity, he explained, is integral to the […]
Technology
John Turturro on Joining the Oscar Race — and ‘Severance’ Season 3
The Zurich Golden Eye winner sat down for a masterclass session in Switzerland, where he spoke about the long-overdue buzz for his latest performance in 'The Only Living Pickpocket in New York.'
Technology
Jon Watts to Direct Next ‘Star Wars’ Movie
A new “Star Wars” movie is currently in development with director Jon Watts attached. Watts is best known for directing the popular “Spider-Man” trilogy starring Tom Holland, which includes 2017’s Spider-Man: Homecoming,” 2019’s “Spider-Man: Far From Home,” and 2021’s “Spider-Man: No Way Home.” (2026’s “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” was directed by Destin Daniel Cretton.) Before […]
Culture
KATSEYE Perform ‘Animal’ and ‘Hootie Frutti’ in ‘SNL’ Debut
Four of the group's six members performed, as Manon Bannerman and Sophia Laforteza are currently on hiatus.
Culture
Korea review – a nirvana of wild beauty shattered by the 20th century
British Museum, London The staggering resourcefulness and fantastic originality of bygone artisans is showcased in earthenware so exquisite it will soothe your soul. But a lurch into the modern breaks the spell Can they do it again? The runaway success of the Bayeux tapestry has put the British Museum in a league of its own, perhaps making it, at this moment, the leading museum on earth – and it’s rapidly following up with Korea, a survey of “2,000 years of creativity” in a land that, before its sufferings in the 20th century, enjoyed millennia of calm, at least to judge from its art. But it’s a blockbuster with a tragic flaw, a lovely broken vase badly stuck together. You are lured at first into a nirvana of beauty. A giant bronze bell from a Buddhist monastery, cast in the eighth century AD and bulging with dragons, flames and flowery embossments, strikes the tone. It calls you to medi
Technology
La DoubleJ Spring 2027: Sister Energy
A collaboration with top model Carolyn Murphy and a collection that pointed to a brand elevation marked J.J. Martin’s latest presentation.
Technology
Laura Biagiotti Spring 2027: When in Rome
The Italian capital continues to be an inspiration for president and creative director Lavinia Biagiotti.
California
Legislators, survivors and gun-safety advocates support Governor Newsom’s signature on California’s latest gun-safety package
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Lisa Rinna Serves Monochrome in Seks at the MTV VMAs 2026 Red Carpet
The reality TV star's look was curated by stylist Daniela Viviana Romero.
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Lisa Sees Red in Crimson The Attico Gown and Matching Voluminous Quine Li Coat at the 2026 MTV VMAs
The Blackpink singer is nominated for "Best Pop," "Best K-Pop," "Best Cinematography" and "Best Editing."
Markets
Look closer, and Wall Street’s rally is showing cracks
Major stock indexes hovering near records are masking a market straining under elevated oil prices, rising Treasury yields and a Federal Reserve bracing for additional interest-rate hikes.
Global
Loyalist parade in Northern Ireland given go-ahead as almost 30-year ban overturned
Orange Order march along Garvaghy Road scheduled to take place for first time in 28 years after injunction dismissed on appeal A controversial loyalist parade along a nationalist street in the Northern Ireland town of Portadown has been permitted to go ahead for the first time in nearly 30 years, after a ban was overturned late on Saturday night. Amid fears the march could unleash fresh sectarian violence, the Orange Order parade down the Garvaghy Roadis due to take place at 8am on Sunday morning, and follows a legal back-and-forth in recent days. Continue reading...
Technology
MTV VMAs 2026: See the Complete Winners List
The MTV Video Music Awards handed out trophies to the best of the best on Sunday night
Technology
MTV VMAs Red Carpet Gallery: See the Looks and Arrivals (Updating)
Madonna is opening the broadcast for the first time since 2003, while Taylor Swift is guaranteed at least one Moon Person trophy — and that’s just the start of who is attending.
Culture
Marques'Almeida Spring 2027 Ready-to-Wear
Marques'Almeida Spring 2027 Ready-to-Wear
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Marques’ Almeida Spring 2027: Come to the Party, Undone
This was Marta Marques and Paulo Almeida’s first display in Milan.
Technology
Martin McDonagh Jokes About His Past – as a Hitman – and Calls ‘Wild Horse Nine’ His Most Political Film: ‘There’s Too Much Artistic Neutrality and Too Much Saying Nothing’
Martin McDonagh is taking a stand with “Wild Horse Nine.” “This is probably my most political film. That’s why I find it very exciting to be releasing this monster into the world,” he said at the Zurich Film Festival. “I feel like, in the modern day, there’s perhaps a little too much artistic neutrality, or […]
Technology
Melbourne man’s mysterious disappearance on popular Peru hiking trail prompts widespread search
Loved ones describe Jordan Yap, 30, as an experienced hiker who set out for a 10-day solo trek Peru before falling silent Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Loved ones of a missing Australian trekker who was last seen nearly two weeks ago on a remote South American hiking trail are urging local authorities to help with the search. A wide-scale sweep by a private rescue crew has so far failed to find any trace of 30-year-old Jordan Yap, who last made contact with friends and family on 14 September ahead of a planned 10-day solo trek along Peru’s Huayhuash mountain range, 400km north-east of Lima. Continue reading...
Technology
Meta's Muse agent is attacking one of the economy's most profitable weak spots
Meta's Muse AI personal agent will work over your credit card spending if you don't mind the invasion. How big a threat is it to the subscription economy?
Markets
Micron could dethrone Nvidia and become the biggest driver of S&P 500 profit growth
Micron is increasingly important to the S&P 500, and its earnings report has become “a market event in and of itself.”
Global
Mighty Sparrow, the Trinidad and Tobago singer known as the ‘calypso king of the world’, dies aged 91
Slinger Francisco, who performed as the Mighty Sparrow, died on Sunday surrounded by family in New York Slinger Francisco, known on stage as the Mighty Sparrow and dubbed the “calypso king of the world”, has died aged 91. Francisco, who got his breakthrough in calypso music with his 1956 hit song Jean and Dinah, died peacefully surrounded by his family in New York on Sunday, his family said in a statement. Continue reading...
Technology
Moscow rejects German calls to de-escalate Ukraine war
Strikes across Ukraine killed at least six people overnight and on Sunday.
Global
Most Americans don’t know Hasan Piker. The rest say he is changing this year’s elections
The popular Twitch streamer has been vilified by Republicans, but the socialist commentator has a large audience that some Democrats have courted It’s only 9am and the latest media shitstorm is well under way. Hasan Piker scrolls through his social media feeds as he comes down the stairs of his home in West Hollywood. An interview with Axios, in which Piker said the US had committed more atrocities than al-Qaida, is blowing up his phone. Requests from reporters are streaming in. Comments on the interview flood his replies. Continue reading...
Global
My hometown shows that high streets have to change or die
Aberdeen is launching an ambitious bid to revive its struggling centre. Could it offer lessons for other high streets?
Culture
NAZA film-makers address threats at documentary’s New York City premiere
Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor defend findings on Israel’s killing of Palestinians amid threats from Israeli officials The film-makers behind NAZA , the award-winning documentary on Israel’s systemic mass killing of Palestinians in Gaza, defended their findings at the film’s North American premiere in New York on Saturday, amid protests in Israel and escalating threats from Israeli officials to strip them of their citizenship. The critically acclaimed film , directed by Oscar-winning film-makers Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor and produced by the Guardian, features the testimony of 24 anonymized Israeli soldiers and intelligence officers involved in the surveillance and remote killing of Palestinian civilians in Gaza, who describe the AI-powered systems used to select their targets. The project takes its name from an acronym used euphemistically by Israeli intelligence to indicate how many
Culture
NFL Rio Game 2026: Here’s Where to Watch the Baltimore Ravens vs. Dallas Cowboys Game Live Online
In the first-ever game in Rio de Janeiro, watch the Raven take on the Cowboys on Sunday, Sept. 27 — plus, livestream Pedro Sampaio and Ricky Martin perform at halftime for free.
Technology
Naomi Watts Praises Husband Billy Crudup for Backing Her Menopause Activism: “So Sweet — and Sexy”
Zurich's Golden Eye recipient also charted her 10 years of unsuccessful auditions before getting her big break in 'Mulholland Drive': "My agent told me, 'Honey, you're too intense. You're freaking people out.'"
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Naomi Watts Talks Menopause – ‘I Was Crying in the Bathroom, Trying to Scratch Off My Estrogen Patch’ – Recalls Being Told She ‘Freaked People Out’ Early in Her Career: ‘Yeah, No S—. I Was Desperate, Behind on My Rent an
Naomi Watts waited a long time to become a star. “It was a grind. That 10 years before I met David, I became so locked up and I felt worthless. My agent pulled me aside and she said: ‘We need to have a heart to heart. Honey, you are too intense. You are freaking people […]
Technology
Nat Geo Kicks Off New Multi-Year Doc Franchise With ‘Africa Earth’s Wild Home’
Unlike most conglomerate-owned media companies, National Geographic is still pouring money into documentaries. Their latest docuseries “Africa Earth’s Wild Home” is a seven-parter that took four years to make and employed over 50 people. It’s the first series in a multi-year franchise that will document the planet, one continent at a time. Nat Geo partnered […]
Technology
Neil Patrick Harris to Star in ‘Damn Yankees’ Broadway Revival
A revival of “Damn Yankees,” starring Neil Patrick Harris and Julianne Hough, will open next spring on Broadway. It’s the first Broadway revival of “Damn Yankees” in more than 30 years. Following last fall’s run at D.C.’s Arena Stage, this revised production features a book by Will Power and Dough Wright, with additional lyrics by […]
California
New California law targets expensive ‘ghost tickets’ to concerts and sporting events
A new California law prohibits people from selling concert and sports tickets that they don't own. The measure pitted Live Nation against Stubhub as it moved through the Legislature.
Technology
News media must stay relevant or 'society will struggle', says World News Day organiser
World News Day aims to highlight the role of news providers in investigating and explaining important events.
California
Newsom signs new gun control laws, including one requiring owners to take a 4-hour class
Some California gun owners view a new law requiring people to take a four-hour safety class as a kind of tax on firearm ownership. It's one of 10 gun safety measures Gov. Newsom signed into law on Saturday.
Technology
Nor'easter delays hundreds of flights, airlines waive change fees
Flight disruptions were rising in Boston over the weekend.
Technology
Nor'easter turns deadly as it lashes Northeast with rain, wind and flooding
Bands of heavy rain have been moving onshore from the nor’easter from Delaware up to Massachusetts.
Technology
Northern Ireland live: ‘Orange Order can wait for weeks,’ claims DUP leader as controversial march delayed amid huge protest
DUP’s Gavin Robinson says loyalists have ‘steadfast determination’ to march on Catholic enclave in Portadown Northern Ireland First Minister Michelle O’Neill, at the scene of the counter-protest this morning also spoke alongside Mary Lou McDonald. O’Neill said she had called on Northern Ireland secretary Chris Bryant to intervene. She told reporters: “Does anybody think that this is a good idea? No right-minded person would make this decision. “I still do not know the answer to this question - why, after 28 years of determination to block a march down this road, the Parades Commission thought that this was the right idea today to bring this mess back onto this community?” Local MP Carla Lockhart, from the pro-British Democratic Unionist Party, posted this morning on X describing the marchers as a “dignified grouping of men, walking silently down Garvaghy Road”. She included a photo of th
Science
One dead as nor'easter storm pummels New York and New Jersey
Tens of millions of people from Maine to Virginia found themselves in the path of the powerful weather system.
Technology
OpenAI agents tried to ‘bruteforce’ a UN website
Security researcher Rowan Howard-Jones says that OpenAI agents scanned the UN Conference on Trade and Development's (UNCTAD) statistics site over 16,000 times between April and June. While the incident doesn't quite rise to the level of the Hugging Face hack, or the recent attacks on US government sites, it's yet another concerning example of AI […] The United Nations logo on a gate outside the UN headquarters in New York. | AFP via Getty Images Security researcher Rowan Howard-Jones says that OpenAI agents scanned the UN Conference on Trade and Development's (UNCTAD) statistics site over 16,000 times between April and June . While the incident doesn't quite rise to the level of the Hugging Face hack , or the recent attacks on US government sites , it's yet another concerning example of AI agents going outside the normal bounds to accomplish a task. According to Howard-Jones, the a
Technology
OpenAI halts training of latest models as reports mount of AI agents going rogue
Decision follows disclosures that OpenAI agents searching government websites had acted in unexpected ways OpenAI said it has paused training of its latest artificial intelligence models as reports of AI agents going rogue mount. The decision to halt development came just hours after the company disclosed Friday that it was reviewing several incidents from the summer in which OpenAI agents searching federal government websites acted in unexpected ways beyond what was asked of them while gathering and distributing information. Continue reading...
Technology
Our Friends in the North still relevant - writer
Peter Flannery says a new stage version of the classic TV show will resonate with modern audiences.
Technology
Out of the Park Baseball lets me enjoy baseball even when the Mets suck
If you were to ask me what game or game series I've sunk the most time into, the answer would be easy: Out of the Park Baseball (OOTP). I have spent roughly 2,300 hours, according to Steam, playing various editions of the game. OOTP isn't like MLB The Show or Super Mega Baseball. It's not […] If you were to ask me what game or game series I've sunk the most time into, the answer would be easy: Out of the Park Baseball ( OOTP ). I have spent roughly 2,300 hours, according to Steam, playing various editions of the game. OOTP isn't like MLB The Show or Super Mega Baseball . It's not graphically impressive. It's not a blast of simple arcade fun. It is basically a spreadsheet pretending to be a video game. It's fantasy baseball, but without having to wait six months to see how disappointing that sleeper draft pick will be, because you can plow through an entire season in as little as a
Global
Palestinian death toll in Gaza war passes 74,000, and other Mideast news
The Palestinian death toll from the Israel-Hamas war has surpassed 74,000, according to Gaza’s Health Ministry
Culture
Philipp Plein Spring 2027 Ready-to-Wear
Philipp Plein Spring 2027 Ready-to-Wear
Technology
Philipp Plein Spring 2027: Keep on Truckin’
"Plein is back — this show is for Italy and for Milano," said the designer and self-described "king of bling," who staged a monster trucks spectacle alongside a runway show filled with sparkly clothing.
Technology
Philipp Plein Talks Bestsellers and Where the Brand Makes Money
Plein was in an expansive mood ahead of his spring 2027 runway show, and monster truck spectacular, answering questions about business, and talking about bestsellers and future plans.
Technology
Poetry for Engineers: The UI Designer’s Dream
My job is to translate dry and unrelenting code into a user interface of surpassing beauty. With my mouse, I roll one pixel after another up the vast anthill of the internet. My dream is to translate the visions of the holy ones into a communication protocol of universal wonderment. I want to launch shreds of light into the air to fall like a layer of diamonds on the endless mountains of the Web. Don’t imagine these dreams are limited by the LANs of the software lab. Between here and the ultimate unlimited interface of my aspirations lives a dazzling darkness, wide as the universe and thin as a hair.
Global
Pope blasts assisted dying as 'false compassion'
Pope Leo XIV has criticized the legalization of medically assisted death.
Global
Pope blasts assisted dying as 'false compassion' at French shrine known for miraculous cures
On his third day in France, Leo again waded into the end-of-life debate that has erupted in countries around the world. It roiled French politics for years before resulting recently in legislation allowing adults with incurable illnesses to receive lethal medication.
Global
Pope says 'scourge' of abuse must be rooted out as he visits Lourdes
Pope Leo spoke to bishops before leading a service attended by thousands of worshippers in France.
Global
Powerful nor'easter floods Northeast, leaves over 130,000 without power as high tides threaten coast
The slow-moving storm, which killed a New York City housing authority worker when a tree fell Saturday, was expected to linger through Sunday with heavy rain, strong winds and dangerous surf from New Jersey to New England.
Technology
Rain eases in Bangkok but persistent flooding forces thousands to leave home
Rain has eased in Thailand’s capital on Sunday, but flooding persisted in several low-lying areas, with thousands forced to evacuate
Culture
Rapper and actor Eve looks back: ‘I was the only girl in the boardroom in major label meetings – that Philly girl had to come out’
The Grammy-winning artist on destroying egos in school, the dealers who looked out for her, and learning from early failure Born Eve Jihan Jeffers in Philadelphia in 1978, rapper Eve released her debut album, Let There Be Eve … Ruff Ryders’ First Lady, in 1999; it entered the Billboard 200 at No 1. She followed its success with the platinum-selling Scorpion, which went on to win a Grammy for the single Let Me Blow Ya Mind. As an actor, she appeared in the Barbershop films and starred in her own sitcom, Eve. She married London-based entrepreneur Maximillion Cooper in 2014; together they have a son, and she is stepmother to his four children. Eve will tour the UK and Europe in 2027. This was taken in Miami, where I was recording Scorpion. I was obsessed with red because of its astrological affiliation with Scorpio – everything had to be that colour. My hair is short&nb
Technology
Republic of Ireland 'raised awareness worldwide' in Israel game
Republic of Ireland head coach Heimir Hallgrimsson says his players "raised awareness worldwide" after they chose not to engage in pre-match formalities with Israel.
Technology
Ricky Martin & Pedro Sampaio Debut ‘Pikito, Pikito’ at NFL Rio Halftime Show
The vibrant new single hit streamers right after the Puerto Rican star and Brazilian artist performed live at Maracanã Stadium in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Global
Rio residents find their own way to tackle gangs as crime dominates Brazil's election
Crime is a key issue in Brazil's upcoming Oct. 4 election
Technology
Robert Pattinson Says It Would Be ‘Tough’ for His Batman to Exist Within James Gunn’s DCU
Superman and Batman might be one of the DC Universe’s most famous partnerships, but Robert Pattinson is officially ending speculation that his take on Bruce Wayne would fit in the cinematic world created by James Gunn. “I think it would be kind of tough to have this version of Bruce outside of that world,” Pattinson […]
Technology
Robert Pattinson Says It Would Be “Tough” for His Batman to Interact With Other Characters in James Gunn’s DCU
The actor plays Bruce Wayne in Matt Reeves’ 'The Batman' and the upcoming sequel.
Culture
Rooted in Reality: Key Takeaways From Milan Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2027
Milan Fashion Week provided a clever debut, some exciting new talent, and a clearer path for the city’s biggest brands this season.
Culture
Rosalía and Loli Bahia Turn a Paris PDA Into a Couples Style Moment
The musician and model looked loved up on the streets of Paris, while very much sticking to their own codes of style.
Technology
Sabrina Carpenter to Play Ginger Rogers in Fred Astaire Biopic
She’ll star opposite Tom Holland and Margaret Qualley in the still-untitled Paul King film
Global
Saturday Night Live: Jalen Brunson makes for stiff host in underwhelming season premiere
There are some promising moments from newer cast members, but the show’s return, after a politically tumultuous period, was lacking in bite The 52nd season of Saturday Night Live opens inside the New York City mayor’s office. Mayor Zohran Mamdani (Ramy Youssef, reprising the role from last season) gets a surprise visit from Donald Trump (James Austin Johnson). The president, who “for some reason that no one can figure out” loves Mamdani , has braved the big El Niño storm to visit his “day one”. Trump unloads about his busy week – banning members of the press from the White House pool, delivering apocalyptic threats to Iran at the UN, consulting with AI leaders including Sam Altman, Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg (“It made me think, wow, RFK Jr’s probably right about those vaccines, I mean, the ‘tizz in that room …”) – before being interrupted by his assistant Natalie Harp (Ashley Padilla)
California
Sea level rise is reshaping a California beach town and threatening a key rail line
The beach in this small Southern California community has been shrinking due to rising ocean waters
Global
Separate mass shootings in South Africa townships leave at least 27 people dead
Two separate mass shootings near South Africa’s two biggest cities killed at least 27 people
Global
Serbia’s President Aleksandar Vucic resigns to pursue becoming prime minister in an early parliamentary vote
Serbia’s President Aleksandar Vucic resigns to pursue becoming prime minister in an early parliamentary vote
Culture
Sheriff: 12 teens wounded in a shootout at a birthday party
Officials say two groups of people shot at each other during a party at a park.
Culture
Slayyyter Shares Her Favorite Thing People Are Discovering About Her & The Thought She Puts In Her Visuals | VMAs 2026
Slayyyter caught up with Billboard’s Tetris Kelly on the red carpet of the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards.
Culture
Slayyyter, Taylor Swift, LISA & More Rock the 2026 MTV VMAs Red Carpet: See the Best Photos
From Slayyyter and Charli xcx to Nirvana, Public Enemy and more, see the stars arrive for this year's ceremony.
Technology
Sombr Goes Full-on Rockstar in Custom ERL Faux-fur Jacket & Cheeky Slogan Belt at the MTV VMAs
The musician is nominated for the category "Song Of The Summer" for his track "Homewrecker."
Culture
Stella Lefty Parts Ways With Management
The "Boston" singer had been with Disruptor since the beginning of her career.
Technology
Supreme Court vote shadows Maine Sen. Susan Collins in her first race after abortion rights decision
The Nov. 3 election will be the first time Collins is on the ballot since the Supreme Court's 2022 ruling that overturned Roe v. Wade, resulting in abortion being banned in much of the United States.
Culture
Swiss reject tighter neutrality rules in referendum backed by right-wing populist party
Final results from the Swiss government showed 70% of voters, and a majority in all 26 of the country's regions, rejected the plan.
Global
Switzerland rejects stricter interpretation of its neutrality
The initiative would have prevented the nation from imposing sanctions unless approved by the UN.
California
THE OPPOSITE OF TRUMP! Governor Newsom signs bills to crack down on corruption, including meme coins by public officials
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Technology
Taxpayer-funded Trump ads draw bipartisan scrutiny ahead of midterms
TV ads featuring Trump are expanding nationally, prompting bipartisan questions over whether they comply with restrictions on taxpayer-funded publicity.
Technology
Taylor Swift Brings Tamara Ralph’s Glittering Couture to the MTV VMAs 2026 Red Carpet
The Grammy Award-winning singer was styled by Joseph Cassell Falconer.
Culture
Taylor Swift Is Dressed to Make History at the 2026 VMAs
Tonight, Taylor Swift will receive the inaugural Artist Director Honors, which will make her the most-awarded person in VMAs history.
Technology
Taylor Swift Makes A Major Makeup Move on the MTV VMAs 2026 Red Carpet
The "Midnights" singer chose not to style her signature red lip.
Technology
Taylor Swift Picks Dazzling Le Silla Sandals to Complete Her MTV VMAs 2026 Look
Swift is set to be awarded with the first-ever MTV VMA Artist Director Honors.
Global
Ten NHS staff removed over Noah Woods data breach
East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust says it has launched an "urgent" investigation.
Global
Tensions run high in Northern Ireland after contentious march given go-ahead
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham has called for calm in Northern Ireland after a contentious parade got approval from the High Court in Belfast
Technology
Teyana Taylor Packs on the Plumage in Sheer Zuhair Murad for MTV VMAs 2026 Red Carpet
The Oscar-nominated actress wore a look from the designer's fall 2026 couture collection.
Technology
The 12 Best Airbnbs in Big Sur for Your West Coast Road Trip
Book one of the best Airbnbs in Big Sur ahead of your trip to the California Coast, from cozy cottages to sprawling residences.
Technology
The Best Dressed Stars of the Week Weren’t Afraid to Get Theatrical
Naked dressing! Voluminous shapes! This week, the red carpets were home to serious statement dressing.
Culture
The Papers: 'Noel's crying his heart out' and 'global IVF disaster'
A couple of the papers feature more reaction to the Manchester City drama, after the club was found guilty of breaking the Premier League's financial rules.
Technology
The smart home graveyard is getting crowded
This is The Stepback, a weekly newsletter breaking down one essential story from the tech world. For more on the fragile state of your connected devices, follow Jennifer Pattison Tuohy. The Stepback arrives in our subscribers' inboxes on Sunday at 8AM ET. Opt in for The Stepback here. How it started A decade ago, a […] This is The Stepback , a weekly newsletter breaking down one essential story from the tech world. For more on the fragile state of your connected devices, follow Jennifer Pattison Tuohy . The Stepback arrives in our subscribers' inboxes on Sunday at 8AM ET. Opt in for The Stepback here . How it started A decade ago, a group of former Apple engineers built a beautiful smart oven. With a built-in scale, restaurant-grade heating elements, a camera, and the intelligence to recognize a chicken breast and cook it perfectly, the June Oven set the standard for smart cooking
Culture
Things Are Getting Spooky Scary on the 2026 MTV VMAs Red Carpet
Charli xcx, Teyana Taylor, and Ella Bright are getting into the witchy spirit on the 2026 MTV VMAs red carpet in Los Angeles.
Culture
To Celebrate Their Collaboration, Old Navy x Altuzarra Brought Literary Romance to Life at McNally Jackson
Inside the Old Navy x Altuzarra launch party with Zac Posen, Joseph Altuzarra, and Alexa Chung at McNally Jackson Books Rockefeller Center.
Technology
Top Wall Street analysts like these 3 dividend stocks for steady income
Investors seeking a stable income stream can enhance their portfolios with the addition of dividend stocks.
Technology
Traitors star burgled after sharing holiday photos
Paul Gorton urges people to think twice before sharing holiday pictures before they are back home.
News
Tropical Storm Rachel forms off Mexico's southwest coast, forecasters say
Tropical Storm Rachel forms off Mexico's southwest coast, forecasters say
Global
Trump allies could use midterms ‘counting window’ to disrupt results, experts warn
Fears grow that loyalists in key states could use critical period when votes are counted to amplify false claims Election experts have warned Donald Trump’s administration could use the crucial hours and days after November’s midterm elections to disrupt the results after struggling to enforce a crackdown on voting. With less than six weeks remaining until polls close, and control of US Congress in the balance, the post-election “counting window” is seen as as a particularly vulnerable moment by former US federal government officials. Continue reading...
California
Trump supercharged ICE. Now battleground candidates are scrambling for a message
Republican and Democratic congressional candidates are wrestling with how to talk about immigration. They consistently call for a strong U.S.-Mexico border but then diverge, with some calling for ICE to be abolished while others support President Trump's immigration crackdown.
Technology
Tucker Carlson Returns to ‘SNL’ to Review ‘The Odyssey,’ Gender-Neutral ‘Spider-Man’ and Left-Wing ‘Obsession’
On the first “Weekend Update” of “Saturday Night Live” Season 52, Jeremy Culhane revived his fan-favorite impression of Tucker Carlson to offer his thoughts on some of the summer’s biggest blockbusters. On “The Odyssey,” Carlson mentioned the specialty format of Imax 70mm, saying, “The Hollywood cabal shoots its filth with millimeters — or as I […]
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Two giant pandas arrive in Atlanta from China after Xi-Trump summit
Ping Ping and Fu Shuang to live at Atlanta zoo in Georgia as part of loan deal between Chinese and US governments Two giant pandas from China arrived in Atlanta , Georgia, on Sunday morning as part of an agreement between the Chinese and American governments. While in Washington DC for a three - day summit with Donald Trump , Chinese president Xi Jinping announced that the pandas would arrive in Atlanta in the coming days. The loan of the pandas to the Atlanta zoo was one of the few concrete outcomes to come out of Xi’s state visit with the US president, which saw expressions of goodwill between the leaders, but no fixes to any of the longstanding differences between the two countries. Continue reading...
Technology
Tyla Takes the Snakeskin Trend to the MTV VMAs 2026 With a Head-to-toe Look
The musician embraced the popular footwear aesthetic as a tonal complement to a two-piece set.
Technology
Tyler Childers Brings the Wild, Eddie Vedder Surprise Performs at Ohana Festival
Eddie Vedder popped in for a surprise performance with Stephen Wilson Jr., Alabama Shakes spoke out against ICE, and Jon Batiste brought a joyful celebration of freedom to Southern California
Technology
UK police arrest 5 men under terrorism, explosives acts close to US air base
British police announced on Sunday morning that five people were arrested "on suspicion of offenses under the explosives act" close to a major air base.
Technology
UK police say 5 men arrested near a U.S. air base are being held on suspicion of preparing a terrorist act
UK police say 5 men arrested near a U.S. air base are being held on suspicion of preparing a terrorist act
Technology
UN ambassador Waltz says Iran was not negotiating ‘in good faith’ to end war
Waltz says Trump rejected Iran’s proposal to end war because they ‘were asking for everything up front’ The Trump administration ’s ambassador to the United Nations said the US rejected Iran ’s proposal to end the ongoing war there because Iranian negotiators “were asking for everything up front”. Echoing comments by Donald Trump on Saturday, the president’s UN ambassador Mike Waltz told CNN’s State of the Union on Sunday that Iran had asked for relief “from billions and billions of sanctions that are going into place” as part of an economic blockade on Iran. The blockade is aimed at putting pressure on Iran to stop its attacks on vessels in the strait of Hormuz. Continue reading...
Global
UN speakers' go-to quotes: Ancient texts, modern greats and a little Talking Heads
Speakers this week touched on homeland sayings, ancient texts, figures of moral authority and more — even a bit of Talking Heads (not TV pundits — the 1980s new wave band).
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UN speakers' go-to quotes: Ancient texts, modern greats and a little Talking Heads
Presidents, premiers, monarchs and cabinet ministers have plenty to say at their annual gathering at the U.N. General Assembly
Technology
VMAs 2026 Full Winners List: Taylor Swift Takes Video of the Year, Lisa Gets Best Pop, Madonna Tops Multiple Categories and More
The 2026 MTV Video Music Awards brought the industry’s biggest stars together to jockey for awards. The ceremony took place at the Peacock Theater in L.A., and Snoop Dogg was the host for the night. Outside of the normal nominations, Nirvana received the Michael Jackson video vanguard award, and Taylor Swift won the first artist […]
Technology
VMAs 2026: Watch All of the Performances
Madonna, LISA, Yung Lean, Raye, Shaboozey, Sombr, and more took over the stage this year
Global
Venezuela releases dozens of political prisoners as election calls grow
A slew of dissidents being released from long-term detention comes days after the nation's interim leader met the US president.
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Venezuela releases dozens of prisoners following meeting between Trump and interim leader
Human rights groups in Venezuela said that significant numbers of political prisoners were released in the South American country on Saturday, though a total number of those released has still not been established
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Venezuelans rally to demand opposition leader's safe return, presidential elections
Supporters of opposition leader Maria Corina Machado have taken to the streets.
Culture
Voters in Switzerland decide on right-wing party's proposal to tighten neutrality rules
Voters in Switzerland are deciding on a proposal to strengthen the country's neutrality
Technology
WNBA Playoffs 2026: Where to Watch Post-Season Women’s Basketball Games Live Online
Women's basketball fans have plenty of options to catch games during the playoffs — here's how.
Technology
Wall Street money takes back over from small investors as driving force of the stock market
One firm sees a "reasonably constructive signal for risk appetite" among institutional investors.
Markets
Walmart denies using personal info to set prices as it expands digital shelf labels
Walmart is aiming to assuage customers' fears about its new pricing technology.
Global
Watch: BBC team takes cover as Houthi drone spotted on Yemen front-line
In rare access to Yemen's conflict zone the BBC travels to the front line with pro-government soldiers.
Global
What's behind South Africa's mass shootings and how they're often different to lone gunman attacks
A total of at least 38 people were killed and nearly 30 were wounded in three separate mass shootings in South Africa this week
Culture
Where to Watch the 2026 VMAs Free Online Without Cable
The awards show airs Sunday, Sept. 27 at 7:30 p.m. ET on CBS and MTV via several streaming platforms.
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Where to Watch the 2026 VMAs Live Online
Snoop Dogg will host, Taylor Swift will receive the inaugural Artist Director Honors, while Dolly Parton and George Michael will be honored with special musical tributes.
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Where to Watch the 2026 VMAs Red Carpet for Free Online
The 2026 MTV Video Music Awards are airing live on Sunday, September 27, with a red carpet portion preceding the actual show. Here's how to tune in from home.
Technology
Where to Watch the Chargers vs. Bills Game Live Online
The NFL Week 3 game is set for Sunday, Sept. 27 at the Buffalo Bills' new $2.1 billion Highmark Stadium.
Technology
Where to Watch the Ravens vs. Cowboys Rio Game Online
The NFL Week 3 matchup is set for Sept. 27 at Maracanã Stadium in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Global
White casts doubt on Fury-Joshua after 24 hours of chaos
There is fresh uncertainty around the proposed Tyson Fury v Anthony Joshua fight - after Dana White said he did not know whether it would happen.
Technology
Why Emmy Rossum Says ‘Shameless’ Nude Scenes Affected Her Dating Life: “All These Preconceived Notions”
The actress played Fiona Gallagher in the dramedy for nine seasons.
Technology
Why OLPC’s $100 laptop never stood a chance
The idea was big, exciting, and inspiring: What if we could get every kid in the world access to a computer? For a bunch of thinkers and executives in Silicon Valley, it felt like the way to fix everything. But the One Laptop Per Child initiative, and the XO-1 laptop designed to be given away, […] The idea was big, exciting, and inspiring: What if we could get every kid in the world access to a computer? For a bunch of thinkers and executives in Silicon Valley, it felt like the way to fix everything. But the One Laptop Per Child initiative, and the XO-1 laptop designed to be given away, were both more complicated than anyone expected. In the next episode of Version History, David Pierce is joined by The Verge 's Adi Robertson and tech journalist David Imel to figure out why OLPC didn't work, whether there's anything to learn from the XO-1's innovative design, and if this kind of co
Technology
Why Premier League faces uncertainty and chaos after Man City ruling
It has taken more than two years, but a judgement finally appears to have been made on the 115 charges levelled against Manchester City. Here's what it means.
Global
Why families are being urged to look closer on autumn walks
Experts urge families to spot, photograph and enjoy autumn fungi on their doorstep.
Markets
Why the upcoming jobs report could send 10-year and 30-year Treasury yields surging
Another hot jobs report could also pressure the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates again in October.
Technology
Willie Nelson’s 2026 Farm Aid: Best Moments From Neil Young, John Mellencamp, Dave Matthews & More
Since 1985, the festival has brought a simple message to the nation's struggling family farmers: you are not alone.
Culture
With turbulence all around, Armani plays it safe and easy in Milan
The late designer’s niece echoes his sense of relaxation, as the house seeks to prove itself to potential buyers A year after the death of Giorgio Armani, the Italian fashion house he founded in 1975 is facing increasing uncertainty about its future ownership. In his will, Armani, who ruled over the business for 50 years, instructed his heirs to sell an initial 15% stake of the company within 18 months of his death. If a private sale does not materialise, an IPO is mandated to take place. Now there are reports the group is readying itself for formal talks with the French conglomerate LVMH, the beauty giant L’Oréal and the eyewear group EssilorLuxottica – three of Armani’s preferred acquirers – over the possible sale of a minority stake. Continue reading...
Global
Woman charged with stealing from patients and staff at hospitals across Ontario
The 34-year-old is under investigation for incidents that began in February 2024 up until as recently as last month.
Science
Your pictures of the Harvest Moon shimmering across the UK sky
The full Moon put on a stunning display over the skies of UK on Saturday night and here are some of your photographs.
Culture
‘A joyful place’: a new museum coaxes Austrians to embrace The Sound of Music
Sixty years after the film’s release, Salzburg is embracing a Hollywood classic it once kept at arm’s length Let’s start at the very beginning – famously, a very good place to start. Just two decades after the second world war, a Hollywood crew descended on Salzburg with stars, show tunes and a compelling, essentially true story of love and opposition to Adolf Hitler: The Sound of Music. Kym Karath, Debbie Turner, Angela Cartwright, Duane Chase, Heather Menzies, Nicholas Hammond, Charmian Carr and Julie Andrews in The Sound Of Music. Continue reading...
Technology
‘Avengers: Doomsday’ Co-Director Explains It’s ‘Very Difficult’ to Evolve Marvel Characters, but ‘We Need to Surprise Ourselves’ and ‘Audiences’
“Avengers: Doomsday” co-director Anthony Russo has opened up about the pressure that comes with evolving the franchise’s iconic superhero characters, explaining that finding the balance between moving the story forward and honoring those already-beloved characters can be “very difficult.” “It’s a very difficult part of the process because, I mean, we basically just have to […]
Technology
‘Avengers: Endgame Encore’ Scores Massive $86 Million Globally, Brad Pitt’s ‘Heart of the Beast’ Launches to $50 Million Worldwide
“Avengers: Endgame” returned to theaters and assembled a massive $86 million globally, including $26 million in North America and $60 million overseas. Disney and Marvel’s 2019 blockbuster was already the second-highest-grossing movie in box office history with $2.79 billion; this weekend’s haul brings the movie’s staggering tally to $2.88 billion. It’s only $39 million behind […]
Technology
‘Avengers: Endgame’ Powers $26M Return at Crowded Box Office
Newcomers 'Heart of the Beast,' 'Primetime' and 'Forgotten Island' entered the fray as returnee 'Resident Evil' snagged second place.
Culture
‘Eminem’s Lose Yourself is my anthem for getting the kids out of the house’: Kimberly Wyatt’s honest playlist
The Pussycat Doll went roller skating to the Beach Boys and is ‘completely over’ Gangnam Style. But what song makes her cry every time? The first song I fell in love with When I learned to drive and got my first car, I felt this real freedom. I’d put the windows down, blare out Ghetto Supastar (That Is What You Are) by Pras, featuring Ol’ Dirty Bastard and Mýa, and sing at the top of my lungs. The first single I bought Every Friday night we’d go to the roller skating rink, and I couldn’t wait for them to play Kokomo by the Beach Boys, from the Cocktail soundtrack. So I bought it on cassette from Best Buy in Warrensburg, Missouri. Continue reading...
Technology
‘Godzilla Minus Zero’ Director Champions Franchise’s First R Rating as Sequel Rocks NYFF at World Premiere: ‘Censoring’ the Action ‘Was Not an Option’
“Godzilla Minus Zero” blew the roof off Alice Tully Hall during its rapturous world premiere screening at the New York Film Festival. The long-awaited sequel to 2023’s “Godzilla Minus One” earned rave first reactions from the press earlier in the day, and that adoration rolled right into the world premiere. The movie was met with […]
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‘Godzilla Minus Zero’ Review: Godzilla and King Ghidorah Battle to the Death in the Even Grander Follow-Up to ‘Godzilla Minus One’
Yamazaki, who rebooted the genre and took it to a new peak in the revelatory 2023 retro kaiju classic "Godzilla Minus One," works with a quality that none of the filmmakers of recent decades has summoned: a fairy-tale innocence, an immersion in the annihilating heavy-metal poetry of Godzilla — the way the destruction of a city can become a spectacle out of a dream (which is to say, a national nightmare). In "Godzilla Minus Zero," when Godzilla and King Ghidorah go at it, it’s more than a WWE match of primeval rivals. It’s a clash of the titans that will reduce everyone in the audience to a wide-eyed, jaw-dropped child.
Technology
‘Godzilla Minus Zero’ Review: Monster Movie Genius Takashi Yamazaki Returns With a Crackling Kaiju Epic Every Bit as Exciting as Its Predecessor
This direct sequel to the 2023 global sensation picks up in 1949, as a makeshift family finds its domestic harmony again threatened by a rampaging creature’s path of destruction.
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‘Godzilla Minus Zero’ Sets Sights on Best Picture Oscar Nomination: ‘If the Possibility Is Not Zero, It’s Hard Not to Have a Little Bit of Hope’
“Godzilla Minus One” made franchise history in 2024 when it won Best Visual Effects at the 96th Academy Awards, becoming the first Godzilla film to win an Oscar. Now, after Takashi Yamazaki’s highly anticipated sequel, “Godzilla Minus Zero,” premiered to rave reviews at the New York Film Festival, some fans are already calling for a […]
Global
‘I turbocharged my career then pressed eject’: why couples are getting divorced later
Financial pressures, legal changes and shifting attitudes may help explain why couples are staying married for longer “We don’t know anyone whose marriage hit the skids after just a few years,” Celia said, reflecting on her divorce. “Everyone seemed to cling on to their relationships for as long as they possibly could.” It took Celia two years to initiate divorce after realising her 12-year marriage wasn’t going anywhere – and the latest figures show this experience is increasingly common, with marriages that end in divorce now lasting longer than at any point since records began. Continue reading...
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‘I want to make her proud’: My mother, a divorcée, died and I’m her executor. Do I need to file for probate?
“The only debts were utility and credit-card bills, which we will pay off.”
Global
‘I wanted to help another family’: four surrogates on how they feel about the surrogacy discourse
The Guardian spoke with surrogates across the US about what they think of the controversy surrounding the practice Surrogacy has been thrust into the national spotlight in recent weeks, with both the announcement of Lena Dunham using a surrogate to start a family and the ongoing legal battle surrounding McKenna West , a gestational surrogate who fled to Texas to avoid having an abortion that was requested by the child’s biological parents. With a renewed public interest on commercial, or compensated, surrogacy, the Guardian spoke with surrogates across the US who shared their experiences and how they feel about surrogacy being part of a global, public conversation. Continue reading...
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‘It’s hard to sell a house when it’s covered in baboon faeces’: Cape Town divided over plan to remove its monkeys
Two troops of chacma baboons are breaking into homes and shops but animal rights activists insist coexistence is the answer Cape Town’s city council has said it will “imminently” round up two baboon troops coming into repeated conflict with residents . The animals will be sterilised and permanently moved to a newly constructed sanctuary. The plan has been fiercely criticised by animal rights activists, who say the monkeys should remain roaming freely, and that less destructive options have not been properly considered. Cape Town’s baboon problem has been brewing since the 2000s, after the city stopped culling troops in the late 1990s after pressure from the public. But in the past two years it has reached boiling point. A 2025 census found that the population had grown by a third since 2000, from 360 baboons to 493, now living in 12 managed troops. Continue reading...
Culture
‘It’s problematic’: concern as weight-loss jab maker sponsors Vogue World event
Critics say partnership between Mounjaro maker Eli Lilly and fashion giant suggests thinness is an aspiration The fifth iteration of Vogue World , overseen by Anna Wintour, took place in Milan on Tuesday night. Gigi Hadid and Jennifer Lopez provided theatrics on the catwalk, but it was one of the event’s backers that caused the biggest stir. Eli Lilly, an American pharmaceutical company that manufactures a wide range of medicines, including weight-loss jabs Mounjaro and the Foundayo pill, was listed in the event credits as one of its “fashion adjacent” sponsors. Continue reading...
Technology
‘I’d like to explain why I was such a monster back then’: six writers on the apologies they wish they’d made
From making life hell for a young teacher to doubting the motives of a caring foster mother, Olivia Petter, Derek Owusu, Annie Lord and other writers repent for past bad behaviour At school, I was not a good girl. Actually, that’s putting it mildly: I was an emotional terrorist hellbent on inflicting torture and humiliation on my year 6 teacher, Ms Hill, one whoopee cushion at a time. That’s how it began, anyway, but like all crimes, mine followed a strategic pattern of escalation, carefully executed alongside my best friend and accomplice. Continue reading...
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‘I’m an everythingist’: How Es Devlin became the go-to for Beyoncé gigs, fashion runways and the Olympics
The Londoner is the set designer big names turn to for eye-popping spectacle. As a new retrospective opens, she gives the Guardian a glimpse at her studio Four years ago, the V&A East Storehouse in east London got in touch with Es Devlin. The museum’s curators wanted to invite the British artist and designer to respond to a 100-year-old theatrical backdrop by the Russian artist and designer Natalia Goncharova. For a 1926 London production of The Firebird by the Ballets Russes, Goncharova had painted a fortified Muscovite cityscape festooned with onion domes and spires, rust-red and golden against a deep-blue sky. Devlin didn’t know much about Goncharova. But alighting on the term she had favoured for describing her kaleidoscopic approach to art-making, Devlin realised she’d found a kindred spirit. “She called herself an ‘everythingist’,” Devlin says, a smile in her eyes. Works in pro
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‘Mum, where did my Robux go?’ The Roblox scam targeting children
Criminals are trying to glean login details to harvest players’ in-game currency and personal data Your 10-year-old son has started playing Roblox, when he realises all of his in-game currency, Robux, is gone. When you try to find out what happened, he says he was recently promised extra Robux if he followed a link on YouTube. When he signed on at the site link, he was taken to the Roblox site as usual but there was no sign of the extra currency. Continue reading...
Technology
‘SNL’ Opens Season With Mamdani Hanging Out With BFF Trump, Natalie Harp Going ‘Obsession’ Over President
Season 52 of “Saturday Night Live” kicked off with its usual cold open, and it involved two unlikely political BFFs. Ramy Youssef stopped by to play New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, whose office was visited by James Austin Johnson’s Donald Trump. “For some reason that no one can figure out, I really, really like […]
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‘SNL’ Sends KATSEYE Back to ‘Dream Academy’ for a Wild Season 2: Watch
The global pop group also served as the musical guest on the Sept. 26 episode.
Technology
‘SNL’: Watch Katseye Perform ‘Animal,’ ‘Hootie Frutti’
Both songs are from the Los Angeles-based girl group's latest EP, Wild
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‘Star Wars’: Jon Watts to Direct Next Movie for Lucasfilm
Simon Kinberg is writing the new trilogy that is said to be next episodes of the Skywalker Saga.
Technology
‘Superman’ Director James Gunn Wants You to Know Singer/Songwriter Nouela
Gunn, co-CEO of DC Studios, writes about one of his favorite artists: 'The magnificence of art isn’t measured by the number of people who experience it.'
Culture
“From Monet and Manet to Money”: A Berlin Museum Spotlights the Dealer Who Made Impressionism an International Sensation
“Cassirer: Breakthrough of Impressionism” is on view at Berlin’s Alte Nationalgalerie.