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I Tested Siri AI and What Happened SHOCKED Me

Siri, are you there? Parents want one thing, and one thing only, out of AI: to add a list of soccer games or "spirit week" theme days from an email or a poorly formatted flyer onto their calendar in one shot. And I have good news for parents with iPhones - the new Siri can finally do this. After stumbling through its first launch of an AI-imbued Siri, Apple is trying again. The newly upgraded Siri AI can chat with you about what might be killing the roses in your yard, put together a shopping

The Verge·Tech·9d ago

The Ring That Could Make Your Smartwatch OBSOLETE

The new Oura Ring 5 is smaller and has upgraded features to improve how you track your health and fitness. Image courtesy of Oura Ring Oura Ring has announced the release of the newest generation of its smart ring.  The Oura Ring 5 promises to be smaller, more proactive, and more personalized than before.  With the new software portfolio, Oura Ring includes upgraded features that help track more than 50 metrics, including GLP-1 insights. Oura rings are smart devices that help you track your

Healthline·Tech·9d ago

The Folding Mouse That Fits Where Your Current One CAN'T

The Mobi Fold feels like a full-sized mouse when opened and includes a touch panel for scrolling. Logitech finally announced its new ultraportable travel mouse following leaked marketing images that spoiled the surprise last month. As the name implies, the Mobi Fold is a compact mouse that can  fold in half using a hinge that can pivot about 130 degrees. At $79.99 in graphite, off-white, lilac, and sand color options, the Mobi Fold isn’t Logitech’s lightest or cheapest mouse, but it’s definite

The Verge·Tech·9d ago
Breaking

WhatsApp Just Got FORCED to Do Something It Never WANTED

Meta has been ordered by the European Commission to restore free WhatsApp access for chatbots made by rival AI providers while the regulator finishes its antitrust investigation. The rare interim measure announced on Tuesday was deemed necessary "to prevent serious and irreparable damage to competition" in the general-purpose AI assistant market. This is only the second time that the EU has used the emergency power in more than 20 years, Politico reports. It follows the launch of a formal invest

The Verge·Tech·9d ago
Breaking

Microsoft Just Set an EXPIRATION Date for Your Office

Microsoft's Office 2019 apps for Mac will stop working next month, because the company isn't renewing a certificate that validates Office licenses. Owners of Office 2019 for Mac are being warned they'll have to purchase Office 2024 or a Microsoft 365 subscription if they want to continue editing documents. Microsoft previously promised that "all your Office 2019 apps will continue to function," when it announced end of support in 2023. The company then quietly updated that support note last mont

The Verge·Tech·9d ago

Xbox's SECRET Plan Could Change How You Buy Consoles FOREVER

The RAMageddon crisis has got Microsoft rethinking its Xbox console hardware business. Xbox CEO Asha Sharma and Xbox strategy chief Matthew Ball have both revealed this week that Microsoft is re-evaluating plans for its next-generation Project Helix console and exploring "radically different" console business models in the meantime. "We are working very hard to rethink everything that we can about Helix, which is a console we are committed to shipping, and we are very cognizant of the ways in wh

The Verge·Tech·9d ago

Why Your Next EV Charge Could Take Less Time Than a COFFEE Break

Chinese EV colossus BYD has announced plans to speed up its conquest of the European auto market with the rollout of superfast Flash Chargers across the continent. BYD has already installed the first new chargers in Germany and the UK, and plans to roll out 3,000 across Europe by the end of next year. At an estimated cost of €580,000 (about $670,000) per charger according to the Financial Times, that would mean a total spend of roughly $2 billion to install the network. The 1,500kW charging stat

The Verge·Tech·9d ago

SpaceX's Rockets Are Creating a Problem the FAA Never EXPECTED

The new space race has given the Federal Aviation Administration a next-generation job: clearing planes out of the way for rocket launches. But as launches become more ambitious and more frequent, protecting aircraft traveling through affected airspace has become an international matter. While American companies like SpaceX and Blue Origin receive launch licenses from the FAA, their vehicles sometimes travel through, or risk shedding debris over, airspace monitored by foreign governments. As a r

A Simple Brain Test Just Exposed AI's Most EMBARRASSING Weakness

Researchers gave top AI models a classic attention test used in psychology and found a major flaw. While the models could correctly name colors in short lists, their performance deteriorated sharply as the task became longer and more complex. Some leading systems fell from over 90% accuracy to nearly complete failure.

The Three Earbuds I Choose Over EVERYTHING Else

I listen to a lot of earbuds, but these three I actually use all the time. | Photo: John Higgins / The Verge I have been an audio reviewer for 20 years. My time as a freelance headphones panelist at Wirecutter, and the multitude of reviews I’ve written for sites like Reviewed, Digital Trends, IGN, and now The Verge, have given me the chance to listen to hundreds of earbuds. Some were truly excellent, and some were pretty hideous. Honestly, they tend to blur together as I move from new earbud t

The Verge·Tech·9d ago
Breaking

Insta360's 8K Camera That NEVER Shakes

The Luna Ultra could be an excellent option for creators working without a dedicated camera operator. | Image: Insta360 Following months of teases, leaks, a secretive debut at NAB 2026, and an initial launch in China, Insta360 finally announced global availability for its first handheld stabilized camera. The Luna Ultra features a pair of 8K cameras atop a 3-axis gimbal, offering an upgrade to DJI's Osmo Pocket 4 and Pocket 4P, which both max out at capturing 4K footage. While the latest versi

The Verge·Tech·8d ago
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Why Steam Is Killing Something You've ALWAYS Trusted

After over a decade, Steam will no longer sell physical gift cards in stores. In a support page spotted earlier by Windows Central, Valve says it will no longer restock its gift cards once they run out, citing scammers who "continue to have an impact on Steam customers and other unsuspecting individuals." In its post, Valve links to a Federal Trade Commission article outlining how gift card scammers attempt to convince victims to buy a gift card at a store and give them the code. Valve says it h

The Verge·Tech·8d ago
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Why Siri NOT Being Your Health Coach Is GOOD News

This is Optimizer, a weekly newsletter sent from Verge senior reviewer Victoria Song that dissects and discusses the latest gizmos and potions that swear they're going to change your life. This week's issue is a special early edition tied to The Verge's WWDC coverage. You can expect our next issue at its usual time next Friday. Opt in for Optimizer here. Apple doesn't like telling people what to do with their health. At least, that's been true of its approach to the Health app and Apple Watch fo

The Verge·Tech·8d ago
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AirPods Pro 3 Hit Price That's NEVER Been Seen

AirPods Pro 3 | Photo by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge Ahead of Prime Day, Walmart is offering the best price we’ve seen yet on the Apple AirPods 3 wireless earbuds. Originally $249 (though commonly selling somewhere between $200 and $220), they’re $179 at Walmart, presumably for a limited time. If you have an iPhone, these are the best wireless earbuds you can get at this price. AirPods Pro 3 The AirPods Pro 3 have a new design that improves their fit, superior noise cancellation, better

The Verge·Tech·8d ago
Breaking

Google's Security Camera Drops to Its LOWEST Price

The Google Nest Cam with Floodlight is marked down to $179.99 ($100 off) at multiple retailers, including Amazon, Best Buy, Home Depot, and directly from Google. This weather-resistant outdoor camera captures 1080p video across a 130-degree diagonal field of view, with snappy notifications and great customization options. Google Nest Cam with floodlight (wired) A Google Nest Cam attached to two bright, adjustable floodlights, this camera has free video recording, powerful lights, and on-device p

The Verge·Tech·8d ago
Breaking

AT&T's $3 iPad Plan Sounds Too GOOD to Be True

AT&T’s new day passes let you get your iPad online for 24 hours at a time, when you need it. | Photo: David Pierce / The Verge AT&T has introduced a new "Unlimited Day Pass" cellular data offer for iPad users who need brief connectivity instead of signing up for a long-term plan. The day pass is available for $3 in the US starting today, providing 24 hours of unlimited data, with no contracts, subscriptions, or credit checks required. This offer is available to anyone, including non-AT&T custo

The Verge·Tech·8d ago

The Quirky Reading Device That Won Me OVER

Tappy is a tiny wireless remote that doesn’t look like one. Following the launch of the surprisingly popular Kobo Remote, Boox has released its own device to ease the burden of reaching for an e-reader’s touchscreen that’s an arm’s length away. The Tappy isn’t Boox’s first page-turning remote, but its design takes a much different approach to the company’s slim but boring B.T. Remoter. The Tappy feels like a mashup of wireless remotes, fidget toys, and macro pads, with a healthy dash of retro

The Verge·Tech·8d ago

Apple Watch Series 11 Just Hit Its BEST Price

The Apple Watch Series 11 is $100 off in all colors. Apple’s upcoming watchOS 27 update will bring Siri AI and other exciting features to the Apple Watch Series 9 and newer Apple Watch models. If you’re contemplating an upgrade, all colorways of the GPS-enabled 42mm Apple Watch Series 11 — the latest model — are on sale for $299 ($100 off) at Amazon, Walmart, and Target, matching its best price so far. You can customize your look by picking up a discounted Apple Watch band at Woot, starting at

The Verge·Tech·8d ago
Breaking

Google Will Now SAVE Everything You Do for AI Training

Google is making some changes to how it saves your interactions with Search. In an email sent to users, Google says it will save the images, files, audio, and video you use to search under a new "Search Services History" setting. That includes the images you search for with Google Lens, recordings from its real-time Search Live tool, voice searches, and phrases spoken into Translate, according to an update on the company's website. You can switch off the Search Services History setting and disab

The Verge·Tech·8d ago
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Google's NEW Defense for Using Your YouTube Videos Without PERMISSION

Google told a federal court this week that its YouTube terms of service grant AI models, like its music generator Lyria, broad rights to train their platforms using licensed work as it seeks to dismiss a lawsuit alleging such use was illegal. In a 41-page legal filing Monday, attorneys with the law firm Quinn Emanuel […]

Variety·Tech·8d ago
Breaking

Why Microsoft Just BANNED Its Employees From Using This AI Tool

Anthropic released Claude Fable, its first Mythos-class AI model, yesterday and it's already causing concerns inside Microsoft. Sources tell me that Microsoft is limiting the use of Claude Fable 5 for employees because of Anthropic's new data retention requirements. While Microsoft quickly rolled out Claude Fable 5 to its GitHub Copilot and Foundry customers, I'm told the model isn't available in the model picker that Microsoft employees use for internal versions of GitHub Copilot. All other Cl

The Verge·Tech·8d ago

The STRANGEST Alliance Just Formed Over AI Regulation

(L-R) Sen. Mike Rounds, Pamela Brown, Chris Malachowsky, Kevin O'Leary, Gabriele Caccia, Tammy Haddad, Michele L. Jawando, Sen. Mark Warner, Michael Kelly and Major General Patrick Ellis attend the Second Annual AI Honors. | Getty Images for Washington AI N Hello and welcome to Regulator, a newsletter for Verge subscribers about tech politics, tech influence, and tech shenanigans in Washington, DC. (If you're not a subscriber, you can get on board here.) We're back after a two-week hiatus, dur

The Verge·Tech·8d ago

Why Students Are BOOING the Speakers Microsoft Sent to GRADUATION

New college graduates around the country have been booing and heckling commencement speakers who hype up AI. Microsoft would like everyone to talk it out. In a blog post running more than 3,100 words, Microsoft vice chair and president Brad Smith addressed the recent spate of viral clips from graduation ceremonies, like former Google CEO Eric Schmidt getting an earful at the University of Arizona, or the speaker in Florida who seemed surprised when students booed at the mention of AI as "the nex

The Verge·Tech·8d ago

What Google's HIDING About Your Favorite YouTube CREATORS

A group of independent musicians is suing Google claiming it trained Lyria on their uploads. | Image: Cath Virginia / The Verge If you've uploaded a song to YouTube, Google almost certainly considers your video fair game for training its Lyria music AI, it just won't admit it right now. A group of independent musicians is suing Google, claiming that it illegally used songs they uploaded to YouTube to train its Lyria 3 model. Google has filed a motion to dismiss the case, saying: Their lawsuit

The Verge·Tech·8d ago
Breaking

The Credit Card That's Being REDESIGNED for AI Shopping

For years, predictions about the future of commerce have often ended the same way: Credit cards eventually disappear. Digital wallets would replace them. Cryptocurrencies would replace them. Buy now, pay later services would replace them. More recently, artificial intelligence has been cast as the next disruptor, with AI agents expected to handle everything from product discovery to checkout. If an AI assistant can compare prices, find the best deal, and complete a purchase on your behalf, what

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T-Mobile's 5G Makes Working From Home EASIER Than Ever

As remote work has become more ubiquitous over the past five years, the work-from-home setup has become its own kind of production: video calls, file uploads, streaming, group chats, smart-home devices and the occasional mid-day tech crisis, all running through the same internet connection. T-Mobile’s 5G Home Internet is designed to make that setup simpler, […]

Variety·Tech·8d ago
Breaking

Why This AI Won't Tell You About BASIC Biology

Anthropic just released Claude Fable 5, calling it the most powerful AI model it has ever made widely available and praising its skills in biology, among others. But the model won't answer basic biology questions - the kind you'd expect a high schooler to handle. Instead, it hands off the query to the former flagship model, Claude Opus 4.8. It isn't because Fable doesn't know the answers. It's because Anthropic won't let it, by design. Fable is a public-facing, Mythos-class model, a family so ca

The Verge·Tech·8d ago
Breaking

Apple and Google Just Made a Move That Could TRANSFORM Your Home

Google TV Streamer has been updated to Thread 1.4, allowing you to access a way to manually share its Thread credentials. | Photo by Jennifer Pattison Tuohy / The Verge Apple and Google are updating their smart home streaming devices to Thread 1.4. As first spotted by Matter Alpha and 9to5 Google, the latest spec has arrived on compatible Apple TVs in the tvOS 27 developer beta and the Google TV Streamer through a software update. This lays the groundwork for these devices, which serve as Thre

The Verge·Tech·8d ago
Breaking

Forget FAANG — Meet the New Tech Powerhouse Acronym for AI

In 2013, a new acronym transformed the way we talk about big tech. Mad Money host Jim Cramer identified the four companies he saw as “totally dominant in their markets,” being Facebook, Amazon, Netflix, and Google. What does that spell? FANG, a catchy acronym that quickly became shorthand for some of the world’s biggest companies. In 2017, Cramer added another A, this time for Apple, taking the acronym from FANG to FAANG. But in the decade since, plenty of new players have staked a claim in the

Breaking

The 'RESET' Coming to Xbox That Employees Are Dreading

New Xbox CEO Asha Sharma outlined several “surprising and even frustrating” realities facing the Microsoft-owned gaming business in a memo to staff Wednesday, which included forward looking statements about reshaping the company. The note, which was published by Xbox on Xbox Wire, does not address potential layoffs but instead focuses on specific weaknesses within the […]

Variety·Tech·8d ago

Nearly a Million IDs Were Just Exposed ONLINE — Including Yours?

Typing a few letters and numbers into my web browser, I find myself gaping at the identity documents of complete strangers. The passport of a young woman from Germany. The passport of a man from Spain with glasses resting on his head. The front and back of another man's driver's license, a stereotypically goofy expression on his face. They were all sitting unprotected at public URLs, with no password or access control of any sort. If I sent you a link, you could have looked at someone's passpor

The Verge·Tech·8d ago

Apple's Siri Just Learned the ONE Thing Users Have Been BEGGING For

Apple's new Siri AI is finally here, and so far, it seems like it works. I have access and have been messing around with it, and my biggest impression so far is that Siri AI is quite curt - which I mean as a compliment. Many AI chatbots are cheery and wordy. While a more verbose and casual personality can make a chatbot seem friendlier and more fun to talk to, there are instances of users becoming extremely attached to their chatbot of choice. People have fallen in love with chatbots. When OpenA

The Verge·Tech·8d ago

Why Framework's Most Anticipated Laptop Just Got DELAYED

The Framework Laptop 13 Pro is delayed. The new 13-inch Framework flagship was set to launch in June, but shipments from the first batch are now expected in July - and there's still a chance some shipments could slip to early August. If you're not in the first batch, your Laptop 13 Pro shifts from a July shipment to August, though some could be as late as early September. Framework informed customers who preordered a Laptop 13 Pro of the delay via email, outlining the reasons for the extra wai

The Verge·Tech·8d ago
Business

The CEO Succession Mistake That's Costing Companies BILLIONS

When I became president at 29, it happened over a weekend. On Friday, I was a regional sales rep. On Monday, I was running a $30 million company. There was no five-year training plan. No executive onboarding. No carefully choreographed succession runway. Over the next 15 years, we grew the business from $30 million to more than $230 million and the team from 50 people to 450. At the time, it looked reckless. Looking back, I’m convinced that what seemed like a disadvantage for me was actually an

Breaking

SpaceX Stock Prediction Has Investors Bracing for JULY

Prediction: SpaceX Stock Will Hit This Price in July  Yahoo Finance SpaceX IPO explained: The price is set, but retail allocation still up in the air  CNBC Wall Street’s undignified SpaceX mania  The Economist SpaceX IPO demand is approaching four times oversubscribed, source says  Reuters How SpaceX’s IPO ambitions ride on Starship’s path to Mars  Financial Times

The Three Simple Rules That Built a BILLION-Dollar Empire

Building a retail brand from scratch is harder than it looks. However, after transforming her jewelry business into a $1 billion brand, Kendra Scott is sharing her learnings with other entrepreneurs, including the three elements that were crucial to her success. When she started her business, wholesale was key, Scott explained during the Inc. Small Business Week Series. “I didn’t have money for advertising and marketing,” she said. “But Nordstrom, they’re a huge megaphone for my brand. I was in

The Hidden AI Cost That's About to DEVASTATE Business Budgets

FOMO is strong around AI, with companies adopting the technology willy-nilly. Many have encouraged employees to tokenmaxx to their hearts’ content. Now they’re starting to realize that freedom comes with a price. Just one in four companies say they have a comprehensive view of what artificial intelligence is costing them, according to an as-yet-unreleased KPMG survey reported by The Wall Street Journal. Only about half have even some visibility into the cost of their AI use. One in five have no

What Every Million-Dollar Solo Business Has That YOURS Doesn't

As more Americans pursue one-person ventures, data suggests those that perform best combine strong business fundamentals with the latest technology solutions. According to the Intuit QuickBooks 2026 Small Business Index, interest in entrepreneurship is booming in the United States: One in three adults plans to start a business or side hustle this year, up 94% from last year. Meanwhile, current and aspiring business owners aren’t keen on hiring, suggesting more are going it alone: According to th

The Workplace Epidemic WORSE Than Burnout That No One's Talking About

The sleds are loaded. The dogs are lunging at the lines, barking with edgy anticipation. We release the snub line, rock the sled forward, and call out: “Ready dogs—let’s go!” The barking stops instantly. Nothing but runners hissing on packed snow. Dogs in sync. Partners in rhythm. Sled perfectly balanced. These aren’t professional mushers. They’re a corporate team learning to dogsled for the first time and discovering, viscerally, what it means to work with unknown variables. That’s the point. B

What Running a Motel Taught This CEO About BUILDING a Beauty Empire

My first job taught me three lessons that have stayed with me ever since: how you treat people matters, the power of conversation, and the importance of taking risks. These lessons began when I was 14 and my family bought and ran a motel together in Alexandria, Virginia. To understand the impact of this job, let me first take you back to 1935 in Vaso, Gujarat, India, where my father, Pramod Rambhai Amin, was born. My father faced hardship early in life. Both his father and brother passed away wh

The Credit Card Change That Just Made Summer Road Trips WAY Cheaper

You don’t necessarily need a high-annual-fee card like Chase Sapphire Reserve or Amex Platinum to get access to travel deal this summer. Chase is giving its popular $95/year Sapphire Preferred card a significant refresh, adding new bonus categories, expanding travel benefits, and introducing a Global Entry credit, all while keeping the card’s annual fee unchanged. The updates take effect June 15, 2026, Chase executives say the goal is to build on what has made Sapphire Preferred one of the most

The Stocks Making WILD Moves Before the Opening Bell

Stocks making the biggest moves premarket: Super Micro Computer, Cracker Barrel, Nike and more  CNBC SpaceX IPO demand is approaching four times oversubscribed, source says  Reuters Wall Street’s undignified SpaceX mania  The Economist SpaceX: What Investors Need to Know About Its Enormous Upcoming IPO  Morningstar SpaceX IPO: What You Need to Know  The New York Times

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The Retirement CRISIS Coming for Millions in Just Six Years

If you currently are receiving Social Security payments—or will begin to by 2032—there’s some very bad news. The Social Security Administration (SSA) has just revealed in a new report that a major trust fund it uses to pay monthly benefits will be depleted in just six years. And when that happens, your monthly Social Security payments will become much smaller. Here’s what you need to know. What’s happened? This week, the Social Security Administration published its annual OASDI Trustees Report.

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The $24 BILLION Middle East Deal That Just Triggered EU Alarm

The European Union’s regulatory arm is investigating Paramount Skydance’s proposed Warner Bros. Discovery megamerger over the financial backing of three Middle Eastern sovereign wealth funds. The European Commission is investigating the $111 billion Paramount-WBD deal under the EU’s Foreign Subsidies Regulation, looking at the approximately $24 billion being fronted for the takeover by the sovereign wealth […]

Variety·Business·8d ago
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Warner Music's Weapon Against AI THEFT

Warner Music Group on Wednesday announced its acquisition of the startup Sureel AI, a platform that uses a technology called “AI DNA” in an effort to protect creative projects and other intellectual property — including music, voices, likeness and performance — from unauthorized use and monetization by AI training models. Terms of the deal were […]

Variety·Business·8d ago

How James Marsden and Sabrina Carpenter Are Saving SCOTCH

After James Marsden landed the role of Cyclops in the 2000 blockbuster film X-Men, he toasted the then-biggest milestone of his career with the priciest whisky the actor could afford, Macallan 12 Year Old. “I wanted to commemorate that moment by having something very special,” Marsden recalled in an interview with Fast Company. “It’s not something I do often, toasting my achievements. But I felt very proud and wanted to remember the moment.” Marsden has played the mutant superhero role in three

The Historic French Studio Opening Its Doors to PUBLIC Investors

French cinema group MK2 – the family-owned company which had five movies in competition at Cannes and won four prizes — is opening its capital to the public for the first time in its 52-year history. Led by brothers Nathanaël and Elisha Karmitz, the company runs a revered arthouse exhibition chain across Paris and has […]

Variety·Business·8d ago
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Scripps Tells Viewers to ABANDON DirecTV for These Alternatives

The contract dispute between DirecTV and The E.W. Scripps Company has continued into June, with DirecTV subscribers in almost 40 markets across the country still without access to local Scripps-owned stations. The blackout has impacted major cities including Cleveland, Denver, Detroit, Kansas City, Las Vegas, Nashville and Phoenix, with subscribers no longer able to view […]

Variety·Business·8d ago

How ONE Cable Network Is DEFYING the Industry's Collapse

When it comes to cable-network Bravo, executives at NBCUniversal may be shouting “Encore!” The home to reality-series staples including “Summer House,” “Watch What Happens Live” and “The Real Housewives of Rhode Island” is scoring new ad commitments in TV’s annual ad-sales market, according to four people familiar with the matter, and it is doing so […]

Variety·Business·8d ago

The Sports Marketing Powerhouse Havas Just ACQUIRED

Advertising giant Havas acquired a majority stake in Archrival, a U.S.-based youth-culture and experiential activation agency, aiming to augment the capabilities of its Havas Play branded content and experiential marketing unit. The company said the Archrival acquisition expands Havas Play’s offering across sports marketing, live experiences, branded partnerships, creator engagement and experiential activation. Archrival’s clients […]

Variety·Business·8d ago
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The $250 Million BET on YouTubers That Could Change EVERYTHING

CAA is back in business with its former majority owner, private-equity giant TPG — with the two companies teaming up on plans to buy creator-led companies. CAA and TPG’s Integrated Media Company (IMC) have formed Compound Creative Holdings, a $250 million holding company “designed to acquire, operate and grow a portfolio of leading Creator Economy […]

Variety·Business·8d ago
Breaking

The Luxury Housing Boom Is COLLAPSING Everywhere But Here

The pandemic-era home price explosion was especially pronounced for luxury homes, but more than five years later, most of that growth has fizzled out.  In a new report, Realtor.com examined luxury listings around the country and found that outside of two unique markets, pandemic appreciation in the upper echelons of the housing market hasn’t been outdone in the years since. Only Minneapolis-St. Paul and Boise have seen recent prices best previous highs, with luxury homes now sitting at 5% and 4%

The IPO That Could Mint 4,400 NEW Millionaires Overnight

While Elon Musk may soon become a trillionaire, his rocket company’s market debut is set to the change the lives of its current and former employees, too.

The Betting Market That Now Wants to Know Where You WORK

The CFTC is considering its first regulation for prediction markets, as arrests over "insider trading" on everything from military operations to Google Search data continue to stack up. As CoinDesk reports, a notice of proposed rulemaking says "the proposal would establish a structured framework for evaluating whether such contracts involve an activity enumerated in Section 5c(c)(5)(C) of the Commodity Exchange Act -activity that involves terrorism, assassination, war, gaming, or conduct that is

Amtrak's Work-From-Train Plan Has ONE Fatal Flaw

From meetings on beaches to working form home while the laundry is on spin cycle, technology and remote work policies have allowed anyone to work from anywhere—except maybe an Amtrak train. That’s the conclusion many users on social media have determined following a post from Amtrak’s X account, where the national railroad company tried co-opting the abbreviation for work from home (WFH). “[Why] WFH when you can WFTHETRAIN?” the post said. Social media users quickly offered a flurry of answers,

Why Companies Are Quietly BACKING AWAY From Pride

As companies slowed their DEI commitments over the last few years—at least publicly—many of them made noticeable cuts to one aspect of their diversity and inclusion programs.  A number of companies, among them Walmart and McDonald’s, dropped out of the Human Rights Campaign’s Corporate Equality Index, an annual ranking of workplace inclusion that employers once touted. Some employers also stopped sponsoring Pride events. In 2025, 39% of companies surveyed by the research insights firm Gravity Re

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How People Inc. Is Turning Media Brands Into Entertainment EMPIRES

People Inc. is strategically investing in vertical microseries for brands like PEOPLE and InStyle, adapting to evolving content consumption habits and the dominance of vertical screens. This move aims to build recurring audience loyalty and create new franchises, recognizing that short-form episodic content can foster deep engagement. Leah Wyar, President of Entertainment, Beauty & Style Group, emphasizes that content must feel native to the brand, leveraging existing editorial integrity and tru

The Media Empire Quietly Building VERTICAL Entertainment Franchises

Entertainment veteran Amanda Farrand has a new gig — where she’s in charge of sparking joy on the internet, and, ideally, making some money from it. Upworthy, a digital aggregator and producer of viral uplifting stories, has hired Farrand as its new CEO. She officially joined the L.A.-based company on May 26 after holding senior […]

Variety·Business·8d ago
Politics
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Congress Just Approved $70 BILLION That Will Change Immigration FOREVER

House passes $70B bill to fund immigration enforcement for 3 years, sending to Trump  AP News House Republicans approve $70bn bill for Trump’s immigration crackdown  The Guardian House passes immigration enforcement bill amid partisan divide  WBAL-TV Republicans send $70 billion in ICE and border patrol funding to Trump’s desk  CNN House passes bill to fund ICE and Border Patrol through the remainder of Trump's term  NPR

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Why 20 Republicans Just BETRAYED Their Party on Labor Rights

20 House Republicans cross party lines to pass pro-union bill - Live Updates  Politico House approves labor-friendly bill with support from 20 Republicans  NPR Faster Labor Contracts Act passes House after GOP rebels join Democrats  The Hill House defies Johnson and passes Democratic-led labor bill  The New York Times House passes pro-union bill after 20 Republicans defy party, in latest move to bypass GOP leadership  CBS News

Why Progressives Are REFUSING to Drop This Controversial Candidate

Why progressives are refusing to drop Graham Platner  Politico Will scandal-hit Maine Senate hopeful Graham Platner help save or sink Democrats?  BBC Maine Senate primary tests Platner’s strength after stumbles  The Washington Post Platner holdout floats emergency lifeline for panicking Dems if scandal-plagued candidate wins  Fox News Democrats gamble on Trump playbook to flip key Senate seat  Yahoo

Maine Election Results: Everything You Need to KNOW

Catch up on Maine statewide and local election results  Portland Press Herald - Maine Sunday Telegram Maine Senate Primary Election 2026 Live Results  NBC News In Maine’s Primaries for Governor, Polling Is Sparse  The New York Times A first test for Platner and other key races to watch in Tuesday’s primaries in Maine and beyond  CNN Live updates: Donald Trump OKs retaliatory strike on Iran after Apache downing  The Hill

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Lindsey Graham Survives His BIGGEST Challenge Yet in South Carolina

Sen. Lindsey Graham wins GOP primary, defeating wealthy challenger in South Carolina  NBC News Sen. Lindsey Graham wins primary over ‘America First’ challenger  Politico Annie Andrews wins Democratic Senate primary in South Carolina, vying to take on Sen. Lindsey Graham, CBS News projects  CBS News A Timeline of Donald Trump and Lindsey Graham’s Relationship Before the South Carolina Primary  The New York Times Lindsey Graham Wins GOP Senate Primary in South Carolina, DDHQ Projects  Bloomberg.co

The Maine Senate Primary That Could RESHAPE Democratic Politics

Graham Platner seeks Democratic Senate nomination in Maine and more primaries to watch tonight  CBS News Live election updates: Voters cast ballots for primaries in Maine, Nevada, North Dakota and South Carolina  NBC News In Maine’s Primaries for Governor, Polling Is Sparse  The New York Times South Carolina U.S. Senate Primary Election Live Results 2026  AP News A first test for Platner and other key races to watch in Tuesday’s primaries in Maine and beyond  CNN

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The Trump-Era Republican Who Just Lost Her Political FUTURE

Nancy Mace loses GOP primary for South Carolina governor  Politico South Carolina Governor Primary Election 2026 Live Results  NBC News Evette, backed by Trump, and Wilson, a Trump supporter, head to S.C. governor runoff  NPR South Carolina’s Republican Primary for Governor Heads to a Runoff  The New York Times Pamela Evette, Alan Wilson advance to runoff in crowded South Carolina primary, CBS News projects  CBS News

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The Sanders-Backed Candidate Who Could Flip a Critical Swing DISTRICT

Sanders-Backed Progressive Advances in California Swing District Against Valadao  The New York Times House Democrats threaten to withhold DCCC dues after party's California faceplant  Axios Valadao draws progressive challenger Randy Villegas in run-off  Politico Democrat Villegas Projected to Advance in California's 22nd Congressional District  U.S. News & World Report GOP Rep. Valadao to face progressive Villegas in key California House district, in defeat for moderate Democrats  CBS News

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The 2032 Deadline That Could Leave Millions of Retirees STRANDED

Social Security shortfall expected to accelerate, with funds at critical low in 2032  The Washington Post Social Security retirement trust fund will run dry in 2032 unless Congress acts  CNN Social Security report predicts when benefits could be slashed  FOX 32 Chicago Social Security’s retirement trust fund faces funding shortfall one year earlier than expected  ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos Social Security Benefits Could Be Cut in 6 Years Unless Congress Acts  The New York T

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The Republican Who Just Advanced in California's Governor RACE

Republican Steve Hilton advances in tight California governor’s race  The Guardian Republican Steve Hilton will advance to November election in California governor’s race, CNN projects  CNN Steve Hilton edges out Tom Steyer in California governor race  BBC Republican Steve Hilton to face Democrat Xavier Becerra in California governor’s race  NBC News Who is Steve Hilton, the Briton who could become California’s next governor?  The Guardian

The OUTSIDER Who Just Shattered California's Political Machine

Steve Hilton edges out Tom Steyer in California governor race  BBC Republican Steve Hilton will advance to November election in California governor’s race, CNN projects  CNN Who is Steve Hilton, the Briton who could become California’s next governor?  The Guardian Republican Steve Hilton to face Democrat Xavier Becerra in California governor’s race  NBC News Becerra to face Hilton in California gov’s race, after Steyer falls short  Politico

The Troubled Candidate Democrats Just Nominated Anyway

Graham Platner wins Democratic Senate nomination in Maine. See results.  The Washington Post Live updates: Maine, South Carolina primary election, Graham Platner will win race, CNN projects | CNN Politics  CNN Khanna: Maine voters gave Platner a ‘chance at redemption’ with primary win  The Hill Will Maine's scandal-hit Graham Platner help save or sink Democrats?  BBC Platner Wins Maine Senate Primary After a Turbulent Stretch of His Bid  The New York Times

The Nationwide Concert Rallying Against Trump on His 80th BIRTHDAY

This weekend, as President Donald Trump celebrates his 80th birthday with a UFC fight on the White House South Lawn—as part of America’s 250th anniversary celebrations—protesters are throwing a star-studded political concert in New York City, with streaming watch parties nationwide. On Sunday, June 14, the Committee for the First Amendment (CFA) will host “Rise Up, Sing Out: A Concert for the First Amendment,” a 90-minute event featuring speeches and performances from Jane Fonda, Bette Midler, P

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The Rising Star Who Just Lost EVERYTHING in South Carolina

Once a rising star, Nancy Mace suffers resounding defeat in governor’s race  The Washington Post Trump Endorsement Does Not Prove Decisive in South Carolina Primary  The New York Times Evette, Wilson advance to runoff for South Carolina governor; Graham clinches nomination  WLOS Nancy Mace loses GOP primary for South Carolina governor  Politico South Carolina Governor Primary Election 2026 Live Results  NBC News

The Climate Connection Behind Trump's Immigration CRACKDOWN

A Guardian analysis reveals how most of 39 countries facing US entry restrictions are most vulnerable environmentally ‘Every day it’s more barriers’: how the US is shutting out climate refugees Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown is largely targeting people from the countries most vulnerable to displacement from climate-driven disasters, a Guardian analysis shows. As the Trump administration pushes policies to boost planet-heating fossil fuels, millions of people are being forced to flee thei

Hegseth's Ominous WARNING to Cuba From Guantánamo Bay

US defense secretary continues ramp-up of pressure against country including sanctions and devastating oil blockade Pete Hegseth has warned Cuba against acquiring weapons that could threaten the United States, during a visit to the US military base at Guantánamo Bay. Washington has ramped up pressure against Cuba with sanctions and a devastating oil blockade, and Donald Trump has repeatedly signaled that the Cuban government could be the next after Venezuela to fall to US pressure. Continue rea

The Pro-Palestinian Activists Now Facing FEDERAL Charges

Pro-Palestinian Activists at U. of Michigan Indicted on Federal Conspiracy Charges  The New York Times U of Michigan: Feds charge 8 pro-Palestinian activists with conspiring to intimidate campus officials  CNN UM group orchestrated terror campaign to sever Israel ties, feds say  The Detroit News 8 indicted in threats, vandalism targeting University of Michigan regents, Jewish groups  Detroit Free Press FBI raids home of alleged pro-Palestine activist in Ypsilanti  MLive.com

Why Andrew Yang Stopped Waiting for WASHINGTON

Andrew Yang’s 2020 presidential campaign was based on a warning that automation and AI would hollow out the labor market and concentrate wealth in the hands of a few. At the time, ideas like Universal Basic Income felt fringe. Now Dario Amodei, Sam Altman, and Bernie Sanders are all saying versions of the same thing.  An entrepreneur at heart, […]

Why Democrats Are Accepting a Candidate They HATE

Democrats reluctantly accept Platner as GOP wields his candidacy against them  The Washington Post Graham Platner tears into Republicans after clinching Susan Collins matchup in Maine, and other primary night takeaways  CNN Some Senate Dems still won’t commit to Graham Platner  Politico Opinion | Why Maine Democrats should back Susan Collins  The Washington Post Graham Platner shrugs off scandals to win Maine Democratic Senate primary  The Guardian

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The Strike That Just Changed EVERYTHING Between America and IRAN

Live Updates: U.S. launches retaliatory strikes after Trump says Iran shot down Apache helicopter  CBS News Live updates: US military launches strikes against Iran in response to helicopter downing  CNN Oil choppy after U.S. completes Iran strikes following Apache helicopter attack  CNBC U.S. strikes Iran in response to helicopter downing: CENTCOM  Axios Iran war live: US strikes after downing of helicopter, Tehran vows response  Al Jazeera

The Mineral in Your Smartphone That's Funding UNSPEAKABLE Atrocities

Amazon and Sony among firms that may have sourced coltan, used in phones, from supply chains controlled by the M23 rebels, says Global Witness Leading global brands including Amazon, Ericsson and Sony are “likely” to have sourced minerals linked to a militia accused of widespread sexual violence, summary executions and torture, a new investigation claims. The companies allegedlybut unknowingly, acquired coltan smuggled from mines in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) that are occupied by

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The Belfast Stabbing That Just Ignited CHAOS in the Streets

U.K. leaders call for calm as protests break out after Belfast street stabbing  NPR Disorder in Belfast ‘stoked by those who would struggle to find the city on a map’  The Guardian Anti-immigrant violence erupts across Belfast after knife attack  Reuters Protesters torch cars, buildings in Belfast after knife attack  Al Jazeera Belfast councillor calls for political leaders to stop ‘mobs’ after homes torched on night ‘like darkest chapters of our past’  Belfast Telegraph

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How Venezuela Is ERASING Its Former Dictator From History

Billboards are being painted over and former allies seem eager to forget the man they once glorified For years, his bewhiskered face stared down from propaganda billboards glorifying the supposedly revolutionary rule of a dictator who styled himself as “the protector of the people”. The spin-doctored adoration was such that factories churned out plastic action figures exalting Nicolás Maduro as an “indestructible” and “iron-fisted” caped crusader nicknamed “Super Moustache”. Continue reading...

Taiwan Just Aimed U.S. MISSILES Toward China

Taiwan Test-Fires U.S.-Supplied Missile Launcher Toward China  WSJ Taiwan fires battle-tested rockets in 'shoot-and-scoot' anti-invasion drill  Reuters Taiwan fires rockets in China's direction from a U.S.-supplied mobile launching system in drill  News4JAX Taiwan simulates destroying an invading Chinese force in coastal drill  The Japan Times Army simulates defending against amphibious invasion in Taichung  Focus Taiwan

The New Europe Border Rule Causing HOURS of Airport Chaos

Many people traveling to Europe this summer may be greeted by lines stretching for hours at popular destinations—and that’s before they even leave the airport. The European Union’s new Entry/Exit System (EES) for non-EU travelers has been causing chaos at some airports since it was fully implemented in April. And with peak travel season now in full swing, that situation has only worsened. In recent weeks, passengers traveling through airports in places like Lisbon, Amsterdam, Copenhagen, and Mil

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Trump's Promise to Hit Iran 'HARD' After Saying They 'Played Us for SUCKERS'

Iran Updates: U.S. will hit Iran "hard" again after "playing us for suckers," Trump says  CBS News Live updates: Iran war; Trump vows to attack Iran again today  CNN Trump holds Situation Room meeting on Iran strike options  Axios Live updates: U.S. will hit Iran very hard today, Trump says, after two sides launch fresh attacks  NBC News Trump pledges more Iran strikes, saying U.S. will be 'attacking them very hard'  CNBC

Trump Keeps Promising an Iran Deal — And Markets Keep BELIEVING Him

Analysts still assume that, despite the continued conflict, a deal will eventually be reached that ends the war and reopens the Strait of Hormuz.

The Violence Tearing Through UK Cities RIGHT NOW

A new wave of anti-immigrant violence hits U.K. as riots convulse Belfast  The Washington Post What to Know About the Violence in Northern Ireland  The New York Times U.K. leaders call for calm as protests break out after Belfast street stabbing  NPR Do not use our tragedy to fuel violence, family of Belfast attack victim say  The Guardian Lorry on fire as crowd turned away from Co Antrim hotel while online ‘hit list’ branded ‘unacceptable’  Belfast Telegraph

Science

MIT Just Built an Engine That Could Send Tiny Satellites to MARS

MIT researchers have shown that one fuel can power both chemical and electric spacecraft thrusters, potentially transforming what small satellites can do. The approach combines quick bursts of speed with highly efficient long-range propulsion in a single compact system. A NASA-supported CubeSat mission will soon test the technology in orbit.

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How Last Year's Rains Just KILLED 7% of Earth's Rarest Apes

Critically endangered Tapanuli orangutan population falls after extreme weather – fuelled by climate crisis – in North Sumatra Extreme rainfall and landslides fuelled by the climate crisis killed 7% of the remaining population of the world’s rarest great ape, a study has found, prompting fears for the species’ survival. The research suggests 58 out of the remaining 800 critically endangered Tapanuli orangutans (Pongo tapanuliensis) were killed after more than 1,000mm (39in) of rain fell over fou

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The Factory That Just Turned CO2 Into JET FUEL

At a sprawling new plant near farm fields in Washington State, CO2 is now being turned into jet fuel—and passenger flights will likely begin using it later this month. The facility, called AirPlant One, officially opened today. It belongs to Twelve, a startup that has spent the last decade developing the tech to convert CO2 into useful products. Now that’s beginning to happen at commercial scale. “You have a CO2 molecule going in at one end of the plant, and it is getting transformed into on-spe

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The Drug That Just DOUBLED Pancreatic Cancer Survival

An experimental new pill, daraxonrasib, significantly improved survival rates of participants with pancreatic cancer. Israel Sebastian/Getty Images A new medication performed remarkably well in a phase 3 clinical trial for treating pancreatic cancer. The drug daraxonrasib reduced the risk of death by nearly half, as well as shrank tumors in people who were given the drug. Pancreatic cancer has the highest mortality rate of all major cancers, and early detection is the key to treating the dis

AstraZeneca's Pill Could Replace Your INJECTION Forever

AstraZeneca’s new oral GLP-1 pill showed promising results for weight loss and blood sugar in a phase 2 trial. Guido Mieth/Getty Images A new GLP-1 oral medication from AstraZeneca, known as elecoglipron, lowered blood sugar levels and led to 10.5% weight loss in a phase 2b clinical trial. Experts say GLP-1 drugs in tablet form may encourage more people to take these medications to help treat type 2 diabetes and obesity. When using any GLP-1 medication, it’s still important to maintain a hea

The Ozempic Effect Nobody Saw COMING

New research suggests that GLP-1 drugs could serve as an effective strategy for breast cancer prevention. ruizluquepaz/Getty Images A new study found that females using GLP-1 drugs had about a 30% lower risk of developing breast cancer. The effect may be related to the metabolic improvements associated with this class of medications. More research is needed before GLP-1 drugs can be recommended for breast cancer prevention. Experts say that regular screening and a healthy lifestyle remain im

Why That Drink Makes You CRAVE the Worst Foods

New research found that more unhealthy, savory foods were consumed on drinking days versus non-drinking days. Jovana Milanko/Stocksy Drinking alcohol may lead to increased consumption of ultra-processed savory foods. Researchers found that alcohol can amplify the FGF21 hormone, which can cause cravings for protein and savory foods. Natural cravings for protein may be disrupted due to the widespread availability of ultra-processed foods that taste savory but lack protein. Drinking alcohol ma

The Childhood Diseases Making a TERRIFYING Comeback

Doctors say a rise in infectious disease rates in the U.S. is largely due to declining vaccination rates. Luis Velasco/Getty Images Doctors are reporting increases in infectious diseases, including measles, whooping cough, rotavirus, and others, especially in children. Experts say the primary reason for the rise of these illnesses is the increasing number of adults and children who are not vaccinated. They say it’s important for medical professionals to educate their patients about the safet

Why Your BMI Might Be LYING About Your Health

BMI measurements may drastically underestimate obesity rates among U.S. adults, new research suggests. Thomas Barwick/Getty Images A growing body of evidence suggests that a waist-to-hip ratio (WHR) measurement is a better indicator of obesity and health than body mass index (BMI). New research suggests that BMI measurements may be significantly underestimating the number of U.S. adults with obesity, which can lead to other chronic diseases. Experts say obesity misdiagnoses may be preventing

The 2-Hour Weekly Habit That Could ADD Years to Your Life

Researchers say that 90–120 minutes of strength training per week can help reduce the risk of early death. Image Credit: People Images/Getty Images A new study found that 90–120 minutes of strength training each week could help promote longevity. Around 1.5 to 2 hours of weekly strength training lowered the risk of death from cardiovascular and neurological diseases, and death from any cause.  The findings add to the known health benefits of strength training, including bone health, improv

The 'Fountain of Youth' Injections That Are Actually DANGEROUS

Influencers tout peptide injections for fitness and longevity, but experts warn of health and safety risks. Mariya Borisova/Getty Images Injectable “wellness” peptides have become wildly popular among health and wellness enthusiasts, despite lacking credible evidence for their safety and effectiveness. Social media influencers and biohackers tout wellness peptides as a “fountain of youth” to achieve longevity and fitness gains. Experts in the medical community have raised alarms about the sa

The Daily Fruit That Could PREVENT Three Major Diseases

Research shows that eating more avocado can reduce your risk of diabetes, hypertension, and obesity. Image Credit: Anjelika Gretskaia/Getty Images Research suggests that females who eat 30–38 grams of avocado per day may have a lower risk of diabetes.  A recent study also found that eating one avocado and 1 cup of mango each day may help lower blood pressure in people with prediabetes.  A new study found that eating fresh avocado each day may help improve your body’s blood sugar response, lo

The Fruits That Could SAVE Your Heart

Research shows that certain fruits and vegetables may be higher in flavanols, which improve heart health. Image Credit: Alex_Schmidt/Getty Images A recent study has found that most people are not getting enough flavanols in their diet.  Flavanols are naturally occurring compounds that are found in various foods and drinks, including fruits and vegetables.  Research has found that eating around 500 mg of flavanols per day can reduce your risk of death from cardiovascular disease. Not all frui

Why Mosquitoes Are OBSESSED With Your Beer-Drinking Body

Some people are more prone to mosquito bites than others, and scientists may have figured out why. Jaromir/Getty Images Researchers have identified several reasons why mosquitoes are more attracted to some people than others.  The scent you give off through carbon dioxide and through your skin can make you more prone to mosquito bites. Mosquitoes may also be more attracted to people who drink beer.  While DEET offers protection, research suggests that mosquitoes could evolve to become attrac

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Cancer Patients Discovered a SIMPLE Trick to Stay Sharp During Chemo

“Chemo brain” affects up to 80% of people receiving chemotherapy, making everyday tasks harder. In a new trial, cancer patients who followed a home-based exercise program showed better attention and fewer noticeable cognitive problems than those who received a placebo. Low-dose ibuprofen also improved some cognitive measures, though its effects were less consistent.

The 20 Ways Your Drink Could Be DESTROYING You

Research shows that any amount of drinking can increase your health risks. Image Credit: Catherine Falls Commercial/Getty Images A recent study found an association between alcohol consumption and 20 different health outcomes.  The findings show that any amount of alcohol may increase the risk for various cancers.  The researchers noted that the effects of alcohol can vary based on factors like sex, age, drinking patterns, and other behavioral risk factors.  The study found that there is no

The Drug That Changed Everything for SHAQ's Sleep

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – MAY 12: Shaquille O’Neal attends the 2026 Disney Upfront at Jacob K. Javits Convention Center on May 12, 2026 in New York City. (Photo by John Nacion/FilmMagic) Shaquille O’Neal is taking Zepbound to help manage his weight and reduce obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) symptoms. Zepbound is FDA approved for moderate to severe OSA in adults living with obesity. Excess weight, especially around the neck, can worsen OSA symptoms by narrowing the airway and increasing the risk of

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Your Daily Glass of Wine Just Got a DEADLY New Warning

New research found that health risks accelerate after 1 drink per day. Oleg Breslavtsev/Getty Images New research suggests alcohol-related health risks may begin at lower levels of drinking than previously thought. Researchers found no clear health benefit from even moderate alcohol consumption and concluded that both men and women should limit intake to no more than 1 drink per day. The findings add to growing evidence that any amount of drinking may carry long-term health risks. A major ne

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The World Cup Health Risks Nobody's TALKING About

The FIFA World Cup is expected to draw millions of fans to cities across North America, potentially increasing the risk of respiratory illnesses. Image credit: Photo by wakila/GettyImages Public health experts are concerned that the 2026 FIFA World Cup may test the public health playbook.  The risk of other respiratory illnesses spreading during the games is possible, as is heat-related illness. Ebola and measles are unlikely to spread amongst World Cup spectators despite current outbreaks. 

What the 'Steroid Olympics' Revealed About OUR Culture

Testosterone. Methenolone. Nandrolone. Human growth hormone and EPO. Meldonium, modafinil, and mixed amphetamine salts. Clomiphene, anastrozole, levothyroxine, and liothyronine. Patches and capsules, creams and pills. A whole galaxy  of steroids, metabolic modulators, and synthetic hormones coursing through the blood of a few dozen swimmers, sprinters, and weightlifters. And millions of dollars up for grabs for…

Why America's Soccer Dominance Is Just BEGINNING

If you asked AI to create someone with the perfect résumé to help popularize the sport of soccer in the U.S., the result would be very close to Roger Bennett. Born and raised in Liverpool, a lifelong Everton supporter who grew up in thrall of American pop culture. Moved to the U.S. after college and made the country his home, eventually becoming a citizen and publishing a memoir called (Re)born in the USA. Started the Men in Blazers podcast (that name a playful nod to the tradition of sportscast

The Secret Message Hidden in These World Cup JERSEYS

For the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Belgium’s Red Devils are bringing surrealism to the pitch. The team’s away jersey, designed in partnership with Adidas, is a blue and pink pattern based on the works of the Belgian artist René Magritte (1898-1967), whose mind-bending paintings helped define the surrealist movement. Authentic versions of the jerseys are on sale at Adidas for $150. This is the fourth time that Belgium has opted to honor some element of the country’s heritage through its away jersey des

How Soccer Fans Can Score FREE Chipotle Tomorrow

Soccer fans can get ready for more than just the World Cup kickoff this week. Chipotle is offering a special deal for the first day of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. On June 11, customers wearing a soccer jersey can buy one entrée and get another free. Customers in the U.S., Canada and U.K. who are wearing a jersey will be eligible for the offering starting at 3 p.m. local time, which on the U.S. East Coast coincides with the Mexico vs. South Africa game—the first match of the tournament. The offer ha

NBA's Global TAKEOVER Strategy for Finals Revealed

As basketball fans from around the world check out the NBA Finals, the league is trying to get them out of their own houses and into its homes. Fans in Brazil, Mexico, Canada, Australia, Japan and India have been able to visit various “NBA Houses,” as part of a bid by the league to create […]

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Anne Hathaway's Secret DECADE of Blindness Revealed

Anne Hathaway recently shared how an early onset cataract left her legally blind in one eye for a decade. Getty images Anne Hathaway recently shared about the early onset cataract that left her legally blind in one eye for 10 years.  The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) states that 17.2% of Americans ages 40 and older have a cataract in one or both eyes.  Cataracts generally begin to occur in people over 40, but they can and often do occur in people younger than this.  Academ

Persimmon Snags Mystery Film Starring Kate Burton

Independent distribution company Persimmon has acquired distribution rights for the U.S. and several international territories to the mystery film “Death on the Brandywine.” Kate Burton (“Grey’s Anatomy”), Rena Sofer (“24”), Tuc Watkins (“Paradise”), Jay Huguley (“Cape Fear”), Walt Willey (“All My Children”), Shanley Caswell (“NCIS: New Orleans”) and Guy Nardulli (“Tulsa King”) star, with Satomi […]

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Why Hollywood's Artists Are FURIOUS at Martin Scorsese Right Now

The Art Directors Guild released a statement on social media on Tuesday condemning Martin Scorsese’s recent partnership with AI startup Black Forest Labs. In the statement, the guild accused one of Hollywood’s most celebrated directors of “turning his back on the human artists who throughout his career have helped him create his most memorable works.” […]

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The Beta Blockers Confession That EXPLODED the Summer House Reunion

SPOILER ALERT: This article contains spoilers for Part 3 of the Season 10 “Summer House” reunion, streaming on Peacock as of June 10. “I think it’ll get a little bit easier.” Those were the famous last words uttered by Westling “West” Wilson when we last left him in Part 2 of the “Summer House” Season 10 reunion. That […]

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Why Pixar's Latest Sequel Has Adults SOBBING in Theaters

“Toy Story 5” has finally been unveiled to members of the film press, and it appears Pixar’s long-running animated franchise remains in top form after 30 years. The latest sequel is being called “emotional, funny, genuinely warm, and perfect in every way” in rave first reactions. Film critic Scott Menzel posted a glowing review on […]

Country Music Legend Bill Cody Dies at 67

Bill Cody, one of the nation’s most revered country radio personalities from his decades-long roles as an announcer for the Grand Ole Opry and WSM morning show host, died Tuesday in Nashville. He was 67. In recent days, much of Nashville’s country music community had sent out calls for prayer on behalf of Cody, after […]

The $355 Million AI Gamble That Could Transform BOLLYWOOD Forever

Eros Innovation has unveiled a £265 million ($355.2 million) commitment to the U.K., anchoring a 15-production slate that includes the AI remaster of superstar Rajinikanth’s “Kochadaiiyaan,” a continuation of the “Tanu Weds Manu” franchise and a new mythological cinematic universe. The company also announced the licensing of its $1.7 billion cultural dataset to a newly […]

The Director Behind 'Compartment No. 6' Just Added TWO Stars to His Next Film

Juho Kuosmanen, the director of Cannes prizewinner “Compartment No. 6,” has completed casting on feature film “Dream Come True,” which is a bittersweet comedy inspired by a true story. His third feature film will star Magnus Millang (“Another Round”), Paprika Steen (“Families Likes Ours,” “Festen”) and newcomer Ellen Kihri. First plot details have been unveiled […]

Why the World Can't Stop Watching Ultra-Wealthy Indians in DUBAI

Netflix reality docusoap “Desi Bling,” which delves into the glossy lives of ultra-wealthy Indian expats living in Dubai, is turning out to be a big hit. The show’s seven-episode first season, offering an inside view of the glitzy lifestyle, lavish parties and personal frictions within the elite social circle of Dubai’s rich Desi community — […]

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Why Japanese Fans Are BEGGING Trump to Stop

Renewed outrage at White House’s use manga and anime imagery after US president is depicted as ninja Naruto Japanese anime and manga fans are urging Donald Trump to stop using their favourite characters in his social media posts. About 20,000 people have signed a petition on Change.org entitled Protect Japanese Manga, protesting against the official White House X account posting videos featuring unauthorised use of imagery from the popular Dragon Ball, Yu-Gi-Oh! and Naruto series. Angry fans hav

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The Tamil Cinema Legend Who Just PASSED at 84

Bharathiraja, the Indian filmmaker whose rural dramas reshaped Tamil cinema across nearly five decades, died on Wednesday in Chennai from age-related illness. He was 84. Born Chinnasamy Periyamaya Theva on July 17, 1941, in Allinagaram in what is now Theni district of Tamil Nadu, Bharathiraja worked primarily in India’s Tamil-language film industry as a director, […]

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The Christmas Special That Will NEVER Air After This Shocking Exit

The BBC is no longer going ahead with a “Doctor Who” Christmas special this year as planned and is seeking new production partners. Showrunner and writer Russell T Davies and producer Bad Wolf have officially exited the series as the BBC puts the show out to competitive tender. “‘Doctor Who’ remains an important part of […]

How Jennifer Lawrence SOLVED a Reality TV Mystery No One Else Could

Jennifer Lawrence: full-time actress, part-time detective. Andy Cohen revealed on “Watch What Happens Live” on Tuesday night that the Oscar winner played a key role in helping Bravo track down who leaked audio from the highly anticipated “Summer House” reunion. “A Bravo superfan provided some crucial information that helped confirm the source,” Cohen said while […]

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Jeremy Strong Becomes Zuckerberg in Sorkin's EXPLOSIVE Sequel

Sixteen years after “The Social Network” chronicled the rise of Facebook, audiences are getting their first look at its highly anticipated follow-up. Sony Pictures has unveiled the trailer for “The Social Reckoning,” a sequel to the 2010 Oscar-winning drama that again turns its focus to the social media giant, this time examining the whistleblower revelations […]

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Tracy Morgan's BONKERS Conversation About Babies and Money

This interview is part of Variety and CNN’s Actors on Actors series. Watch the full video interview now at CNN.com/Watch (or on the CNN app) and on Variety’s YouTube channel starting at 11:59 pm ET. Tracy Morgan, the comedy veteran beloved for his work on “Saturday Night Live” and “30 Rock,” has returned to the spotlight […]

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Zurich Film Festival Names New PRESIDENT

German producer Martin Moszkowicz, the former chief executive of Constantin Film, has been appointed as president of Zurich Film Festival. Moszkowicz and Christian Jungen, the festival’s CEO, spoke to Variety about how they intend to achieve the event’s strategic objectives. As producer, executive producer and co-producer, Moszkowicz has been involved in more than 300 film […]

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The 1% Cancer Diagnosis That Just Hit a HOLLYWOOD Icon

Tyler Mane, the professional wrestler turned actor whose best known for playing Sabretooth in the original “X-Men” movie, announced on Instagram that he’s been diagnosed with a super-rare form of breast cancer. “I have some bad news: I start chemo today. One in 750 men will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime and […]

Adam Ray's Netflix Deal That Changes the PODCAST Game

Dr. Phil already has a podcast. But it’s probably not as interesting as Adam Ray hosting a podcast as Dr. Phil. The comedian will tap into his roster of characters to interview famous guests on his new Netflix video podcast, “The Adam Ray Show.” The podcast will debut on the streamer on June 19 with […]

The Rockstar NO ONE Outside Argentina Has Heard Of

Hundreds of thousands gather to remember Carlos ‘Indio’ Solari, who inspired cross-generational devotion, especially among working class The line stretched for more than 7km (four miles). Mourners sang rock songs, waved banners, and carried speakers blasting music while smoke rose from makeshift barbecues and vendors sold T-shirts bearing the image of a bald man with sunglasses. As evening fell, a drizzle set in, but the queue remained. At the end of the line in Avellaneda, outer Buenos Aires, s

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Jeremy Strong's Transformation Into the Man Who CHANGED Everything

Over 15 years after David Fincher and Aaron Sorkin's The Social Network premiered in theaters, Sony has released the first trailer for The Social Reckoning ahead of its theatrical release on October 9th. The follow-up takes place 17 years after the events portrayed in the original film and follows a young Facebook engineer who enlists the help of a Wall Street Journal reporter to expose the platform's secrets. The film stars Jeremy Strong as a much older Mark Zuckerberg (doing a memorable impres

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The AI Film From Cannes That's SHOCKINGLY Real

Some facets of a trip to see an AI-generated movie mimic seeing a regular one. You’re seated in a theater, one thankfully with reclining chairs. Living, breathing human beings take up the seats surrounding you. A bowl of popcorn, ostensibly popped by humans, sits in front of you. But everything you see and hear on […]

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Why Joan Cusack Vanished From Hollywood for SIX Years

Joan Cusack made a rare red carpet appearance Tuesday night at the premiere of “Toy Story 5″ at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood. For good reason — the actress returns to the fifth installment of the beloved franchise as Jessie. Cusack explained to me why she has largely remained out of the Hollywood spotlight for […]

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Paramount's Plan for Ninja Turtles and Star Trek GAMES

Paramount Skydance chief David Ellison — a self-professed gamer — has finally hit the restart button on Paramount’s gaming ambitions: His company unveiled Paramount Games Studio and splashy AAA title “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin” as its first project on June 5 during Summer Game Fest in L.A. The new division, led by […]

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Netflix's Live-Action Scooby-Doo Finds Its MYSTERY Solvers

The live-action “Scooby-Doo” series at Netflix has revealed its entire main cast. The series, officially titled “Scooby-Doo: Origins,” is now filming in Atlanta and is scheduled to premiere in 2027. As previously announced, the Mystery Inc. gang will consist of Maxwell Jenkins as Fred Jones, Tanner Hagen as Norville “Shaggy” Rogers, Abby Ryder Fortson as Velma […]

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Joe Alwyn's Spy Thriller Role After Taylor SPLIT

Joe Alwyn is set to join the cast of upcoming espionage thriller “Legacy of Spies,” a joint BBC/MGM+ co-production. Alwyn will play MI6 agent Jim Prideaux in the eight-part series, which is based on John le Carré’s “The Spy Who Came in from the Cold,” while Hugh Laurie joins as his spy agency boss Control. […]

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Léa Seydoux's Three Films Coming to ROME

Rome’s Il Cinema in Piazza summer screenings series has recruited Léa Seydoux, who will present Arthur Harari’s body-swap psychodrama “The Unknown” as part of a three-picture Carte Blanche program featuring “three titles that have shaped her imagination and artistic journey,” organizers have announced. The unique program — featuring 95 free screenings in three outdoor venues, […]

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The Berlin Winner's New Sci-Fi DRAMA

Rodrigo Teixeira’s Brazil-based RT Features, producer of 2025 Oscar winner “I’m Still Here” and James Gray’s 2026 Cannes contender “Paper Tiger,” has boarded “Bodies of Summer,” a sci-fi drama from Iván Fund who won a Berlin Film Festival 2025 Silver Bear Jury Prize for “The Message.” Argentina’s Fund is set to direct “Bodies of Summer” […]

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Inside The Pelley Minutes With Its CREATORS

Scott Pelley, correspondent, 60 Minutes. | Photo by Michele Crowe/CBS News via Getty Images Websites are so back! Today's website worth visiting is The Pelley Minutes, a clever project that puts the career of longtime 60 Minutes correspondent Scott Pelley into perspective. The show may only be 60 minutes long, but Pelley racked up nearly 37,000 minutes in his 37-year long career, reporting on almost everything humanity has put on display - from chess battlefields to real-world warzones. Pelley

Why Joan Cusack VANISHED from Hollywood for Six Years

Joan Cusack made a rare red carpet appearance Tuesday night at the premiere of “Toy Story 5″ at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood. For good reason — the actress returns to the fifth installment of the beloved franchise as Jessie. Cusack explained to me why she has largely remained out of the Hollywood spotlight for […]

Why Xbox's BIGGEST Games Didn't Make the Showcase

Xbox leadership shook up its strategy this week with the announcement that upcoming games “Gears of War: E-Day” and “Clockwork Revolution” would be exclusive to Xbox consoles and PCs. Following years of Xbox breaking down platform barriers for its games with competitors PlayStation and Nintendo under longtime chief Phil Spencer, the move was a radical […]

What David Harbour Is Finally Ready to REVEAL

Preparing to play a suburban schlub in HBO’s “DTF St. Louis,” David Harbour decided he needed to transform — slightly.  “I guess it’s just part of my process,” he recalls, “because when I looked at it, it wasn’t that much bigger than myself.” He’s referring to the prosthetic belly the production designed so that Harbour, […]

Greece Just Earned This PRESTIGIOUS Honor at Cannes

Greece has been selected as the country of honor for the next edition of the Cannes Film Market, which takes place from May 11 to 19 during the 80th Cannes Film Festival. The Market said, “This distinction celebrates Greece’s remarkable rise as one of Europe’s leading audiovisual hubs and recognizes its growing influence on the […]

The SECRET Behind Illumination's Unstoppable Success

It’s all about Hollywood magic for Illumination’s CEO Chris Meledandri. Fresh from graduating from Dartmouth College, the born-and-raised New Yorker landed a job as an assistant to executive producer Daniel Melnick on “Footloose.” It was his first time in California. “There were a few things for me that really symbolized the magic of what I […]

Underscore Talent Just Made 20 New HIRES

Talent management firm Underscore Talent has announced more than 20 new hires across its comedy; sports and outdoor lifestyle; entertainment; beauty, lifestyle and fashion; and newly launched experts divisions. The company’s expansion comes amid an evolving media landscape, where creators, entertainers, athletes, comedians and experts are building businesses across content, brand partnerships, live experiences, intellectual […]

Alamo Drafthouse's Surprising Tribute to Christopher NOLAN

Alamo Drafthouse is renaming its flagship San Francisco venue to honor Christopher Nolan. The Oscar-winning filmmaker, a passionate advocate for the big screen, will be feted later this year with a 70mm screening event. The announcement of the rechristened venue — San Francisco New Mission will be rechristened as the Christopher Nolan Cinema — comes […]

Radial Entertainment Hires Former Paramount EXECUTIVE

Former Paramount Global exec Brendon Thomas has joined Radial Entertainment as the company’s new chief revenue officer. At Radial he’ll handle revenue generation through the company’s library and acquisitions via distribution, licensing, advertising, business development and new market expansion. Thomas will report to Radial CEO Jeff Shultz, who announced the hire on Wednesday. Shultz joined […]

Studiocanal Boards New Horror Thriller 'Home Safety HOTLINE'

Los Angeles-based genre label Spooky Pictures, Abu Dhabi-based studio Image Nation and L.A. and UAE-based production company Longevity Pictures have secured a financing deal with prominent European production/distribution banner Studiocanal — through its in-house genre label Sixth Dimension — for their upcoming horror thriller “Home Safety Hotline.” “Home Safety Hotline,” which is set to start production […]

'Property Brothers' Star Is Launching a TALK Show

Can a “Property Brother” spruce up daytime television? CBS Media Ventures is hoping to find out by developing a new talk show hosted by Jonathan Scott. A pilot episode of the series will be filmed later in June in New York and will be considered for CBS Media Venture’s fall 2027 syndication slate. The show […]

Hollywood Directors Just Secured a Deal That Changes EVERYTHING

Hollywood directors on Tuesday reached a four-year tentative contract agreement with studios and streaming services. The deal struck between the Directors Guild of America and the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers came four weeks after talks began. The talks were the first under new DGA President Christopher Nolan, who took the job in September. Along with similar four-year deals — longer than the industry three — ratified in recent weeks by unions representing writers and acto

Amelia Dimoldenberg Expands Her Academy for Young Creatives

“Chicken Shop Date” host and producer Amelia Dimoldenberg is expanding her Dimz Inc. Academy in its second year, with the goal of opening doors for the next generation of creative talent. This year, Dimz Inc. Academy is extending to a four-week free program and will offer paid work placements, industry mentoring and hands-on experience to […]

The Disco Queen's Catalog That Just Changed HANDS

Primary Wave Music has announced a partnership with the estate of legendary R&B singer Donna Summer, best known for such disco-era hits as “I Feel Love,” “Bad Girls,” “Hot Stuff” and many others. Summer’s estate will work alongside Primary Wave on her award-winning music catalog and recordings, as well as share in her name, image, […]

Why Marc Maron Says He Doesn't MISS His Famous Podcast

Marc Maron wrapped his “WTF” podcast in October after 16 years — and so far, he says, he doesn’t really miss it. “I don’t find myself freaking out as much,” he tells Variety‘s Awards Circuit Podcast. “I mean, it was a big haul. We did a lot of episodes. We did two new episodes a […]

Olivia Wilde's Shocking New Role Has Everyone TALKING

Olivia Wilde and Cooper Hoffman embark on quite the boundary-pushing relationship in the first trailer for director Gregg Araki’s irreverent sex comedy “I Want Your Sex.” Featuring everything from ball gags, whips, strap-ons to a threesome gone widely wrong, “I Want Your Sex” follows an assured artist (Wilde) who begins a sadomasochistic relationship with her […]

Ryan Murphy's Next Twisted Series Gets Its PREMIERE Date

The Trawler will rise this summer. “The Shards,” Ryan Murphy’s adaptation of the Bret Easton Ellis autofiction thriller novel, will premiere on FX and Hulu on Aug. 5 at 6 p.m. PT. Set in Los Angeles in the 1980s, the dark, coming-of-age drama series follows Bret (Igby Rigney), an aspiring writer whose high school life […]

The Star-Studded Creator Lineup Heading to Cannes REVEALED

UTA has enlisted a broad slate of stars, clients, brands and creators to take part in its expansive Cannes Lions activations, including the return of its UTA Beach facility in the heart of the festival and the additions of a VIP Creator Lounge and podcast studio. Notable names set to headline UTA’s main stage conversations […]

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Why Cardi B Is FURIOUS About a Texas Teen's Stabbing Conviction

Cardi B Slams 'Disgusting' Karmelo Anthony Conviction—How A Teenage Stabbing Case Became A Racial Flashpoint In Texas  Forbes Karmelo Anthony sentenced to 35 years for murder in Texas track meet stabbing  ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos Karmelo Anthony sentenced to 35 years: Track meet stabbing trial day 7  WFAA Karmelo Anthony found guilty of murder in fatal stabbing of Frisco student Austin Metcalf  CBS News A Texas city was already struggling with racial divisions. Then came

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The 10 Unknown Producers About to DOMINATE Hollywood

These up-and-coming producers champion diverse talents and storytellers, and will be recognized at the Bentonville Film Festival. The 12th edition of the festival runs June 15-21 in Bentonville, Ark. with founding partner Walmart, presenting partner Coca-Cola and a partnership with Variety’s Producers to Watch. While it seems like the current conversation around theatrical films is doom […]

The Ryan Gosling Sci-Fi Epic Finally Gets a Streaming DATE

“Project Hail Mary,” the film adaptation of Andy Weir’s best-selling novel, is finally coming to streaming. It will release on MGM+ on June 18. Creative duo Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, whose previous films include “The Lego Movie” and “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse,” directed the film with a script from Drew Goddard. This marks Goddard’s […]

Why 'The Pitt' Makes Us Miss the Way TV USED to Be Made

One of the hottest trends to come out of the network upfronts this year was the return of pilot season. NBC ordered a total of eight pilots this year — ordering half of them to series. Primetime’s back, baby! Well, OK, let’s curb our enthusiasm. I give a ton of credit to NBC for producing […]

Tracy Morgan to Receive HISTORIC Award Named After Comedy Legend

Emmy-nominated actor and comedian Tracy Morgan will receive the inaugural Flip Wilson Award at the 8th annual AAFCA TV Honors ceremony. The new prize, a press release explains, recognizes individuals whose “comedic artistry and cultural impact” continue the legacy of the groundbreaking entertainer and television pioneer Flip Wilson, who became a household name in the […]

Why Netflix's Reality Chief Just WALKED AWAY

Jeff Gaspin is exiting his role as Netflix’s VP of unscripted series after a little more than two years, Variety has confirmed. The former NBC Universal Television Entertainment chairman first took the job in February 2024, reporting to Netflix VP of nonfiction series Brandon Riegg. Gaspin is set to depart the position on July 1; […]

The Broadcasting FIRSTS That Made NBC a LEGEND

The first-to-market advantage is built right into the name: the National Broadcasting Company. NBC was created a century ago amid the maelstrom of a mid-1920s gold rush that emerged around the cutting-edge technology of radio broadcasting. The pages of Variety in that era were filled with stories about new radio sta- tions signing on and […]

The 'Top Chef' Episodes That Always Make Kristen Kish CRY

If there’s one thing Kristen Kish has brought to “Top Chef,” it’s her face card: tears and laughter. Since Kish returned to the Bravo show – she won season 10 – as host in 2024, watching Kish’s emotional responses has become as rewarding and heartwarming as seeing the chefs rise to their cooking challenges. Speaking […]

How Bentonville Became Hollywood's Best-Kept FILM Secret

Bentonville, Ark., may seem out of the way for a film festival, but it’s a place where cinema and artists thrive. Launched by actress Geena Davis to give a voice to underrepresented filmmakers, the heartland event sees its 12th year unspool June 15-21. “Geena Davis has never been interested in simply talking about making change, […]

When You Can Finally STREAM the Year's Biggest Space EPIC

“Project Hail Mary,” the film adaptation of Andy Weir’s best-selling novel, is finally coming to streaming. It will release on MGM+ on June 18. Creative duo Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, whose previous films include “The Lego Movie” and “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse,” directed the film with a script from Drew Goddard. This marks Goddard’s […]

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Glenn Close and Ridley Scott to Receive HONORARY Oscars

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will present Honorary Oscars to veteran actress Glenn Close, legendary director Ridley Scott and Disney’s first Black animator Floyd Norman, while producers Christine Vachon and Pamela Koffler, longtime champions of independent film, will receive the Irving G. Thalberg Memorial Award, following a vote by its Board of […]

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AMC Just Canceled These Pop Star Concerts for a SURPRISING Reason

AMC Theatres is postponing plans to simulcast a series of live concerts from performers like Bebe Rexha, Paris Hilton, Kim Petras and Maren Morris. The cinema chain revised its plans after a series of summer releases such as “Backrooms,” “Scary Movie” and “Obsession” over-performed at the box office, and in advance of the debuts of likely […]

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Sydney Sweeney Reveals Why She'll NEVER Forgive Euphoria's Ending

Cassie Howard’s story has concluded. But Sydney Sweeney isn’t quite ready to let her go. Sweeney, already an Emmy nominee for the second season of “Euphoria” in 2022, dove even deeper into the character for the recent third and final season, and she tells Variety that she still thinks about what else Cassie might get […]

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How NBC Created the Broadcast PARADIGM That Changed Television

On today’s episode of “Daily Variety” podcast, Variety‘s Michael Schneider discusses Variety’s plans to take a long look at NBC’s centennial and its role in advancing mass media in the electronic age with the creation of the first radio network. And we have highlights from Kate Aurthur’s recent sit-down with Andy Cohen at the Newport […]

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Edgar Ramirez Joins 'Task' Season 2 in MAJOR Casting

Edgar Ramirez is the latest addition to the cast of “Task” Season 2 at HBO. Ramirez joins returning Season 1 star Mark Ruffalo as well as previously announced new additions Mahershala Ali, Harry Melling, Adam Nagaitis, and Aminah Nieves. The official logline for the new season states, “Tom Brandis (Mark Ruffalo) takes the helm of […]

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Adam Friedland's Spotify Deal Includes a World Cup TWIST

Comedian Adam Friedland is set to bring his podcast, “The Adam Friedland Show,” to Spotify in July. The podcast will relaunch with its third season and partner with the streaming service for ad sales and distribution across all podcast platforms. “I couldn’t be more excited. I asked my colleagues at Spotify for a Spotify premium […]

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'Morning Show' Director Reveals What Deepfakes and AI Therapists MEAN

“The Morning Show” Season 4 tackled everything from deepfakes, Olympic doping scandals, media mergers to AI doubling as people’s therapists. For director and executive producer Mimi Leder, the show’s staying power is in capturing the zeitgeist. “The show is about the moment we are living in, which is dramatic. It’s tumultuous,” Leder tells Variety‘s senior […]

The Real Reason 'Home Improvement' Reboot Is STUCK

“Toy Story 5” star Tim Allen says a “Home Improvement” reboot is not likely at the moment due to “personality problems” with the actors who played his on-screen sons on the classic ABC sitcom. “They keep talking about how it could move forward, but they get stuck [because] there are some personality problems right now […]

The Best Audible Books to Listen to RIGHT Now

Many of the biggest names in Hollywood are lending their star power to Audible titles — from Harris Dickinson and Marisa Abela in “Pride and Prejudice” to the bold-faced cast attached to the upcoming “Harry Potter” series, starring Hugh Laurie, Matthew McFayden and Riz Ahmed, among others. Still others have joined forces with the Amazon’s […]

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Nick Offerman Reveals Why He Keeps TURNING DOWN Ron Swanson Roles

Nick Offerman has a strong work ethic. When he signed up to play former pro wrestler James “Jinx” Millet in “Margo’s Got Money Troubles,” he worried he’d have to train as hard as other Hollywood gym rats. “I’ve seen Mark Wahlberg’s social media,” he says. He thought, “I guess I have to get up at […]

What Amazon's NEXT Bond Game Could Mean for 007's Future

While the overall future of the James Bond video game franchise is up in the air, the next 12 months have been laid out for the IO Interactive-published “007 First Light.” With more than 2.7 million copies sold in the first week after its May 27 launch, the popularity of “007 First Light” — and […]

How One Actor Just CHANGED Bridgerton Forever

The fourth season of “Bridgerton” could have easily been a filler season if it weren’t for Yerin Ha. The “Cinderella”-themed season focused on Benedict Bridgerton (Luke Thompson), the spare to heir Anthony (Jonathan Bailey). His dissolute, debauched lifestyle was due for a reckoning and could have sunk into tropes of the season’s theme. But it […]

What Amazon Is Planning for the FUTURE of James Bond Games

While the overall future of the James Bond video game franchise is up in the air, the next 12 months have been laid out for the IO Interactive-published “007 First Light.” With more than 2.7 million copies sold in the first week after its May 27 launch, the popularity of “007 First Light” — and […]

The Billie Jean King Doc Opening Croatia's Biggest FESTIVAL

‘ “Give Me The Ball!,” an upcoming ESPN 30 for 30 documentary, will open the third annual Croatia International Film Festival on July 24 in the coastal city of Sibenik. Oscar nominee and Primetime Emmy winner Liz Garbus and Elizabeth Wolff directed the doc about American tennis player Billie Jean King. The film, which includes […]

The Jump Street Sequel That Could Reunite the ORIGINAL Crew

“24 Jump Street” is in the works, and stars Jonah Hill, Channing Tatum and Ice Cube are in talks to return for the third installment in the crime comedy franchise. Rodney Rothman will direct the film and wrote the script with Jonah Hill and Meghan Malloy. Also returning are producers Phil Lord and Chris Miller […]

The 'Criminal Record' Death That Nobody SAW Coming

SPOILER ALERT: The following story contains plot details from the Season 2 finale of “Criminal Record” now streaming on Apple TV. In the second season of Apple TV’s captivating crime drama, “Criminal Record,” Detective Sergeant June Lenker (Cush Jumbo) finds herself investigating the horrifying death of a young man at the hands of a right-wing, […]

The Billy Preston Doc That's First in Line for OSCAR Season

The upcoming film awards season has its first official entry. Variety has learned exclusively that Paris Barclay’s documentary “Billy Preston: That’s the Way God Planned It” is the first film uploaded to the Academy Screening Room. On the members-only platform, Oscar voters can stream movies for awards consideration for the 99th Academy Awards. The upload […]

Why Spielberg Kept Getting REJECTED by the Franchise He Now Refuses

Steven Spielberg joined “The Rest Is Entertainment” podcast on his “Disclosure Day” press tour and opened up about his repeated failed attempts to direct a James Bond movie. The Oscar winner made a personal plea to franchise producer Cubby Broccoli after “Jaws” became a blockbuster sensation, but Spielberg was turned down. “I approached Cubby after ‘Jaws’ […]

The '90s Reunion Every Millennial Has Been WAITING For

The star pairing of “Happy Hours” isn’t just its selling point, but its audience filter. If the words “Katie Holmes and Joshua Jackson together again” make your heart go a little soft, then congratulations: This equally soft-hearted romantic comedy has been made directly for you. If, however, you’re unmoved by the prospect of a “Dawson’s […]

Where Radiohead Is Taking Hamlet That No One SAW Coming

Shakespeare’s most famous tragedy will collide with Radiohead’s 2003 album “Hail to the Thief” when “Hamlet Hail to the Thief” opens at London’s Barbican Theatre on Oct. 31, running through Jan. 23, 2027. The production marks the London premiere of the show, which played to sold-out houses at the Royal Shakespeare Company and Aviva Studios, […]

RuPaul's New Show Is a Disaster Movie That SHOULDN'T Work

The tale of two heroic stewardesses who team up with RuPaul Charles, the President of the United States, to stop a train on a collision course with a once-a-century weather event, “Stop! That! Train!” is billed as a “true story” where every scene unfolds “exactly as it happened in real life.” Given such an extraordinary […]

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Everything You Need to Know This MORNING

U.S. and Iran exchange strikes after Apache helicopter is downed, takeaways from Tuesday's primaries in four states, House Republicans approve a bill to fund ICE for the remainder of Trump's term.

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The Verdict That Just Ended a Family's Years of WAITING

Karmelo Anthony found guilty of murder in fatal stabbing of Frisco student Austin Metcalf  CBS News Karmelo Anthony sentenced to 35 years for murder in Texas track meet stabbing  ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos Austin Metcalf’s dad goes scorched earth on Karmelo Anthony, demands son’s killer to look him in the eye  New York Post Teen convicted of murder in stabbing at high school track meet  ESPN How the Karmelo Anthony case unfolded: From Austin Metcalf's death to a 35-year pri

Texas Teen Gets 35 YEARS for Killing at School Event

Texas teen sentenced to 35 years for killing fellow student at athletics event  BBC Cardi B Slams 'Disgusting' Karmelo Anthony Conviction—How A Teenage Stabbing Case Became A Racial Flashpoint In Texas  Forbes Karmelo Anthony jury reaches verdict in murder trial in Texas track meet stabbing  Fox News Karmelo Anthony's GiveSendGo Flooded with Donations After Murder Conviction  TMZ Austin Metcalf's parents read victim impact statements to Karmelo Anthony after sentencing  WFAA