‘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.
Congress Slashes $9 Billion in Public Media and Foreign Aid, Ending Federal Support for NPR and PBS
In a narrow 216–213 vote, the House has approved a Trump-backed plan to slash $9 billion in spending—targeting $1.1 billion in funding for the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, effectively ending federal support for NPR, PBS, and their local affiliates.
Meta Defies EU's AI Code: Zuckerberg’s Bold Rejection Sparks Tensions with Brussels
Meta has thrown down the gauntlet in Europe’s high-stakes AI standoff. Just weeks before the European Union’s AI Act begins to take effect, the tech giant has refused to sign the EU’s new voluntary Code of Practice—drawing a clear line in the sand over what it views as excessive regulation.
Meta Snatches Top Apple AI Talent for Superintelligence Labs
Meta is pushing even harder into the AI arms race, hiring two prominent artificial intelligence researchers from Apple—Mark Lee and Tom Gunter—to bolster its elite Superintelligence Labs team.
CBS Announces End of "The Late Show" Franchise in 2026
Stephen Colbert will conclude his run as host of The Late Show in May 2026, bringing the iconic CBS late-night franchise to an end after more than 30 years on air.
Jeff Bezos Backs Sydney Sweeney’s Lingerie Brand
Hollywood star Sydney Sweeney is taking a bold step beyond the screen and into the fashion world, launching her very own lingerie brand—and she’s not doing it alone. Backing her vision are some of the most powerful names in business: Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, his partner Lauren Sánchez, and private equity powerhouse Coatue.
Privacy Watchdog NOYB Targets AliExpress, TikTok, WeChat in New GDPR Complaint
Austrian privacy group NOYB has filed formal GDPR complaints against AliExpress, TikTok and WeChat, alleging the Chinese platforms block users from accessing their personal data and calling for EU regulators to impose stiff fines.
Juul Gets FDA Green Light for E-Cigarettes, Securing U.S. Market Comeback
Juul Labs has officially secured FDA authorization to keep selling its tobacco and menthol e-cigarettes in the U.S., marking a dramatic rebound for the once embattled vaping giant.
Uber Invests $300 Million in Lucid Motors to Launch 20,000 Robotaxis
The ride‑hailing giant will pour $300 million into EV maker Lucid and deploy a fleet of autonomous Gravity SUVs—powered by Nuro tech—starting in 2026.
Meta, Zuckerberg Reach Deal to End $8 B Privacy Trial
Mark Zuckerberg and a coalition of institutional investors have struck a last‑minute settlement, averting an $8 billion Delaware court showdown over Facebook’s past privacy breaches.
Trump Hints at Firing Fed Chair Powell But Says Unlikely, Markets Jitter on Mixed Signals
After telling House Republicans he might dismiss Jerome Powell, President Trump called the move “unlikely for now,” leaving investors and lawmakers guessing as legal questions loom.
Lululemon Teams Up With Tata CLiQ to Enter India, First Store and E-Shop Coming 2026
Canadian athleisure giant Lululemon will debut in India through a franchise partnership with Tata CLiQ, opening its first brick-and-mortar location and launching on Tata CLiQ Luxury and Fashion platforms in the second half of 2026.
Larry Ellison Surpasses Zuckerberg as World’s Second-Richest Man
Larry Ellison just leapfrogged Mark Zuckerberg on the global billionaire leaderboard. The 80-year-old Oracle founder now holds a staggering $251 billion net worth, propelled by a $60 billion gain in 2025 alone. His
Trump Unveils 10% Tariffs on Imports From Africa and the Caribbean
Washington will impose a flat 10 % duty on goods from more than 100 African and Caribbean nations starting Aug. 1, adding fresh tension to global trade.
U.S. Greenlights Nvidia’s H20 AI Chip Exports to China, Shares Jump 5%
Washington has cleared Nvidia to resume selling its downgraded H20 accelerator to Chinese clients, restoring a multibillion-dollar revenue stream and lifting the chipmaker’s stock to new highs.
U.S. Inflation Accelerates to 2.7% in June, Core CPI Hits 2.9% Ahead of Fed Decision
Annual U.S. consumer inflation rose faster than expected in June, complicating the Federal Reserve’s rate-cut calculus as tariffs and resilient service costs keep price pressures simmering.
SiriusXM Bets Big on Ads With Launch of New Cheaper Subscription Plan
SiriusXM is changing the dial on its business model. Known for offering commercial-free content in cars, the audio giant has introduced a new ad-supported subscription tier called SiriusXM Play. Starting at under $7 a month, the new plan gives users access to over 130 channels and aims to convert more free trial users into paying customers by offering a budget-friendly option that includes limited commercials.
Mira Murati’s Thinking Machines Hits $12 B Valuation in Oversubscribed Seed Round
The stealth AI-hardware startup led by former OpenAI CTO Mira Murati has raised $650 million in seed financing, vaulting its paper worth to $12 billion and setting a new benchmark for early-stage funding.
Broadcom Debuts 51.2-Tbps ‘Tomahawk Ultra’ Switch Chip to Take on Nvidia AI Networks
The new Ethernet silicon delivers 51.2 terabits per second and 250-nanosecond latency, promising a low-cost alternative to Nvidia’s InfiniBand for massive AI clusters.
Apple Invests $500 Million in Rare Earth Magnet Maker
Apple is making a bold bet on domestic production with a $500 million investment in MP Materials, a Nevada-based rare earth magnet manufacturer. The deal marks a major push to bring the production of key electronic components — namely neodymium magnets — back to U.S. soil.
Canada’s Inflation Ticks Up to 1.9% in June, Putting Spotlight on BoC Rate Call
The annual consumer‑price index rose faster than expected to 1.9 % in June, reviving debate over whether the Bank of Canada can start easing at its July 30 meeting.
Google Strikes Record‑Setting $3 Billion Hydropower Deal With Brookfield
Alphabet’s cloud and AI ambitions get a clean‑energy boost as Google inks the largest corporate hydro agreement ever, securing up to 3 GW of carbon‑free power across the U.S.
Trump to Announce $70 Billion Push Into AI and Energy at Pittsburgh Summit
The White House says the package spans data‑center build‑outs, power‑grid upgrades, and next‑gen research labs—one of the largest single U.S. tech‑energy investments to date.
Ford Recalls Nearly 1 Million Vehicles in U.S. and Canada for Fuel‑Pump Fault
A low‑pressure fuel‑pump defect has forced Ford to pull about 850,000 SUVs, trucks and luxury Lincolns built from 2021‑23, marking its second‑largest recall of the year.
TikTok CEO Seeks Emergency Meeting With Canada Over Shutdown Order
Shou Chew has asked Industry Minister Mélanie Joly for a face‑to‑face meeting within two weeks, urging Ottawa to reverse an order that would shutter TikTok’s Canadian offices and cut hundreds of jobs.
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