‘Weapons’ and ‘Freakier Friday’ Ignite August Box Office
Zach Cregger’s Weapons slices to No. 1 with a $42.5M debut as Disney’s Freakier Friday pulls families—kick-starting a hotter-than-expected August frame.
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UFC’s New Home Ends Pay-Per-View—Streaming Takes Over in 2026
A $7.7B, seven-year pact makes Paramount+ the U.S. home for all UFC events starting in 2026—bundling numbered cards and Fight Nights into one subscription.
Why Paystub Makers Are Essential for Tax Season
Tax season tends to be stressful and arduous for many individuals and businesses. Accurate documentation is critical here, particularly when using pay stubs. These pillars of financial records ensure accurate reporting and provide a level of confidence. This post explores why pay stub makers are such vital tools at tax time.
EssayBot Isn’t Just a Shortcut: How Students Are Rethinking Academic Writing With AI
AI isn’t just a thing of the future anymore. It’s already changing how students write. One tool leading the way is EssayBot (a site that creates essay content from just a few prompts). But why are so many students using it? And what could go wrong?
How Shopify Stores Use Animation to Increase Conversions
Learn how Shopify stores use animation to increase conversions by guiding attention, building trust, and creating a smoother journey from product to purchase.
Create more, compromise less: the new standard in branded videos
There’s no shortage of demand for video content. Whether it’s YouTube shorts, social reels, or product explainers, video has become the sharpest edge in any brand’s content strategy. But as brands scale their output across platforms, markets, and creators, a new challenge emerges: how do you keep the quality high when your volume increases?For creative teams, it’s the ultimate balancing act—producing more without losing the precision, voice, and visual integrity that made the brand stand out in the first place.Let’s explore how to scale branded video content without compromising on what matters most.
Jacob Elordi and Olivia Jade Break Up
Jacob Elordi and Olivia Jade Giannulli have officially ended their on-again, off-again relationship, a source confirmed. The pair, who first sparked romance rumors in 2021, had reconciled several times over the years but recently decided to part ways for good.
OpenAI Launches GPT-5, Now Rolling Out to ChatGPT Users
OpenAI unveils GPT-5, a unified, reasoning-first model that becomes the new default in ChatGPT and lands in the API—promising sharper coding, better writing, safer answers, and faster real-world help.
‘King of the Hill’ Revival Lands on Hulu With 10 Episodes
Hulu revives Mike Judge and Greg Daniels’ classic with a 10-episode drop, a time jump, and heartfelt tributes—bringing Arlen, Texas, into 2025 without losing its bite.
Instagram’s ‘Friend Map’ Triggers Privacy Backlash
Instagram’s new opt-in “Friend Map” lets users share last-active locations—but creators and safety advocates say it’s risky. Here’s what it does and how to lock it down.
TikTok Adds In-App Hotel Booking, Launches ‘TikTok Go’ Creator Commissions
TikTok now lets users book hotels via a Booking.com integration and is rolling out “TikTok Go,” a commission program that pays creators for driving real-world bookings.
Skims Campus Collection Dominates RushTok
Kim Kardashian’s Skims drops a “Campus Collection” built for Rush Week, tapping real student creators and lighting up RushTok ahead of sorority season.
The Secret to a Standout Resume: Insights from Expert CV Writers
Have you ever wondered why some resumes stand out while others get overlooked? In a competitive job market, a well-crafted CV is more than just a list of qualifications; it’s your first impression. Employers scan through dozens of applications, and without a polished, tailored resume, even the most talented candidates can be missed.
Disney Locks $1.6 Billion Deal for WWE Streaming Rights on ESPN
Disney’s ESPN will become the exclusive U.S. streaming home for WWE’s biggest events—including WrestleMania and SummerSlam—starting in 2026, thanks to a five-year, $1.6 billion deal.
Apple Bets Big on America: $600 Billion Boost to U.S. Manufacturing and Jobs
Apple announces a historic $600 billion investment in U.S. manufacturing over four years, launching its new American Manufacturing Program to boost jobs, chip production, and advanced technologies nationwide.
OpenAI Nears Release of Powerful GPT-5 Model
OpenAI is preparing to launch its next-generation model, GPT-5, following the viral success of ChatGPT and its GPT-4 backbone.
'The Walking Dead' Actress Kelley Mack Dies at 33
Actress Kelley Mack, best known for her role as Addy in Season 9 of The Walking Dead, has passed away at age 33 after a battle with glioma, a type of brain tumor. Her death occurred peacefully in her hometown of Cincinnati, according to a family statement.
Hulu App to Shut Down in 2026 as Disney+ Becomes Unified Streaming Hub
Disney announced it will shut down the Hulu app by 2026, officially merging the platform into Disney+ as part of its new streaming strategy. While subscribers can still pay for Hulu or Disney+ separately, all Hulu content will be housed within the Disney+ app, eliminating the need for two separate platforms.
Final Report Concludes OceanGate CEO Blamed for Titan Sub Implosion
The U.S. Coast Guard has released a scathing final report on the 2023 Titan submersible tragedy, blaming OceanGate CEO Stockton Rush for creating a dangerous and deceptive safety culture that led to the deaths of all five onboard.
Tesla Awards Elon Musk $29 Billion in Stock
Tesla has approved a new $29 billion stock grant for CEO Elon Musk, aiming to keep him committed to the company after his previous pay package was struck down in court.
'And Just Like That…’ Officially Canceled After Three Seasons
HBO Max has confirmed that And Just Like That…, the sequel series to Sex and the City, will officially end with its third season. The final two episodes are set to air on August 14, bringing the story of Carrie Bradshaw and her friends to a close.
Summer McIntosh Wins 4th Gold at World Championships, Nears Phelps Record
Canadian swimming phenom Summer McIntosh closed out the 2025 World Aquatics Championships in dominant fashion, securing her fourth gold medal of the competition in the women’s 400m individual medley.
Prince Harry & Meghan Sue Daily Mail Over Fight Allegation
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are taking legal action against the Daily Mail following its publication of controversial excerpts from Andrew Lownie’s new royal biography Entitled.
Netflix Cancels ‘The Sandman’ After Two Seasons Despite Critical Praise
Netflix has officially canceled The Sandman after just two seasons, ending the DC Comics-inspired series despite fan acclaim and strong reviews.
Meta Assembles 50-Person Super-AI Lab After Poaching Stars From OpenAI and DeepMind
Meta poaches OpenAI, DeepMind stars for a 50-engineer Superintelligence Lab aimed at building next-gen multimodal AI beyond today’s chatbots.
Apple in Talks with OpenAI and Anthropic to Power Siri in AI Strategy Shift
In a surprising pivot, Apple is reportedly exploring partnerships with OpenAI and Anthropic to power a revamped version of Siri, marking a significant reversal in its AI strategy.
Lululemon Sues Costco Over Allegedly Knockoff Apparel Designs
Lululemon is taking Costco to court, accusing the retail giant of selling clothing that mimics its signature styles too closely. In a lawsuit filed in California, the activewear brand claims that Costco has been profiting from “confusingly similar” designs, including pants, hoodies, and jackets.
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez Marry in Star-Studded Venice Ceremony
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez are officially married, exchanging vows on June 27, 2025, in a glamorous black-tie ceremony on the island of San Giorgio Maggiore in Venice, Italy.
Trump Pulls Plug on Canada Trade Talks Over Digital Services Tax Dispute
Trump freezes Canada trade talks over digital tax, threatens new tariffs in a week; Ottawa vows to keep negotiating despite mounting pressure.
Uber Reportedly in Talks With Travis Kalanick on New Self-Driving Deal
Uber may team up with its ousted founder Travis Kalanick to back his bid for Pony.ai’s U.S. division. The move reflects rising pressure from Waymo, Tesla, and others as robotaxi competition heats up in major U.S. cities.
S&P 500 Flirts With New High as Wall Street Shrugs Off Tariff Jitters
S&P 500 nears a record, Dow jumps 404 points, and AI darlings keep tech roaring as tariffs fade from center stage—will July’s Fed call seal the rally?
Golden-Share Clause Lets President Oversee U.S. Steel Operations
Nippon Steel’s $14.9 B U.S. Steel buyout gives Trump a golden share—veto power on plant closures and offshoring—while future presidents defer to agencies.
Another Major Exit at Tesla: Musk's Confidant Departs Amid Restructuring
Tesla executive Omead Afshar, a close Elon Musk ally, has left the company as part of broader restructuring efforts. His departure comes amid slumping demand, a pivot to AI, and rising executive turnover.
Toronto Casino Hit With $350K Fine After EDM After-Party Sparks Chaos
Ontario regulator fines Great Canadian Casino $350K after surprise EDM after-party sparks fights, overdoses and slot-machine acrobatics.
Anna Wintour Steps Down as Editor-in-Chief of American Vogue After 37 Years
After nearly four decades at the helm of American Vogue, Anna Wintour is stepping down as editor-in-chief. She made the announcement during a staff meeting, revealing that a new “head of editorial content” will take over U.S. operations.
Intel to Cut 10,000 Jobs and Shut Down Automotive Division
Intel is preparing for a significant shift. Starting July 15, the tech giant will lay off 10,000 employees across four Santa Clara locations, including its headquarters on Mission College Boulevard.
Unifor & DHL Reach Tentative Deal, Ending Nation-Wide Lockout After Two Weeks
Tentative deal ends 17-day Canada-wide DHL lockout; 2,100 Unifor couriers and warehouse staff poised to vote on wage, workload, security gains.
Deloitte Sees Shallow 2025 Recession, Faster Growth Once Tariff Fog Lifts
Deloitte sees a shallow 2025 recession, then growth as tariff fog clears and Canada’s new “One Economy” reforms spark investment.
Spirit Airlines Fights JetBlue–United “Blue Sky” Deal
Spirit Airlines has officially filed a complaint against the proposed “Blue Sky” alliance between JetBlue and United Airlines. The low-cost carrier argues that this partnership would give United too much power and turn JetBlue into a follower, reducing competition in key cities like New York and Boston.
McDonald’s and Krispy Kreme End U.S. Donut Deal Amid High Costs
McDonald’s and Krispy Kreme are officially ending their U.S. donut partnership by July 2025, citing rising costs and limited rollout success. Originally announced in March 2024, the deal aimed to bring Krispy Kreme donuts to all 14,000 McDonald’s locations, but the treats only made it to 2,400 stores nationwide.
Compass Sues Zillow Over Listing Policy in Real Estate Clash
Real estate brokerage Compass is taking Zillow to court, accusing the listing giant of stifling competition with a new policy requiring public home listings to appear on Zillow within 24 hours.
New York Proposes First New Nuclear Power Plant in Decades
Governor Kathy Hochul has announced plans to build New York’s first new nuclear power plant since 1989, aiming to strengthen the state’s clean energy infrastructure. The proposed facility would be a next-generation, zero-emission plant located in upstate New York, producing at least one gigawatt of electricity.
Botpress Secures $25 M Series B to Scale AI-Agent Platform Worldwide
Botpress lands $25 M to ramp up its cloud platform for enterprise AI agents, hiring fast and targeting global rollouts beyond prototype chatbots.
Ruby Liu Wins First Three Hudson’s Bay Leases, Sets Stage for Modern Department-Store Chain
Judge okays Ruby Liu’s $6 M purchase of three Hudson’s Bay leases, first step in her plan to launch modern department stores across Canada.
Klarna Enters Wireless Arena With $40 Unlimited 5G Plan for U.S. Shoppers
Klarna jumps into wireless: $40 unlimited 5G, instant eSIM setup, zero hidden fees—U.S. first, U.K./Germany next.
Lululemon Cuts 150 Corporate Roles Amid Rising Tariff Pressures
Lululemon is cutting approximately 150 corporate roles, primarily from its store support centres, as part of a broader restructuring effort to stay agile amid shifting global trade dynamics.
Over 1,000 New U.S. Millionaires a Day, UBS Wealth Report Finds
UBS's 2025 Global Wealth Report reveals that over 379,000 Americans became millionaires in 2024—more than 1,000 each day. Driven by strong markets and a stable U.S. dollar, the U.S. now accounts for nearly 40% of the world's millionaires, with global wealth up 4.6%.
Kirkland’s Rebrands as The Brand House Collective
Kirkland’s is rebranding as The Brand House Collective to lead a new multi-brand retail strategy. With Bed Bath & Beyond, Overstock, and buybuy Baby under its umbrella, the company plans store conversions, leadership changes, and a bold retail transformation in 2025.
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