‘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.
Trump Sets Aug. 1 Tariff Hikes on 14 Nations, Spares Canada for Now
Washington has warned Japan, South Korea and a dozen other nations of new import levies as high as 40 % starting Aug. 1, while Canada negotiates separate terms ahead of a July 21 deadline.
Trump Hits Copper Imports With 50% Tariff, Sparking Global Trade Jitters
In a bold escalation of his trade agenda, President Donald Trump has announced a 50% tariff on imported copper — a move that jolted global markets and sent U.S. copper prices soaring.
Texas Flood Tragedy Deepens as Death Toll Reaches 100, Locals Rally in Search for Missing
As the death toll from the devastating Texas Hill Country floods rises to at least 100, hundreds of volunteers are stepping in—despite officials pleading for caution. The Guadalupe River swelled rapidly after heavy rains, swallowing buildings, cars, and tragically, lives. Among the hardest-hit areas was a century-old girls’ summer camp.
Apple’s Top AI Models Chief Jumps to Meta in Multimillion-Dollar Deal
Apple’s head of foundation AI models, Ruoming Pang, has left for Meta’s new Superintelligence Labs, lured by a package reportedly worth tens of millions annually—marking the latest twist in Silicon Valley’s escalating AI talent war.
IBM Unveils Power11 Chips and Servers to Streamline Enterprise AI
IBM’s new Power11 processors promise lower downtime, built-in ransomware defense, and easier AI integration for mission-critical data centers.
CoreWeave Goes All-In on AI Powerhouse in Bold $9B Stock Deal
In a defining moment for the AI infrastructure arms race, CoreWeave is seizing the reins of its future. The cloud startup just inked a $9 billion all-stock deal to acquire Core Scientific, one of the largest data center operators in the U.S.—a move that instantly vaults CoreWeave into the upper echelon of AI power players.
‘F1’ Becomes Apple's Highest Grossing Movie Yet
Apple just hit the apex of its theatrical ambitions. The tech giant’s racing blockbuster F1: The Movie has surged past $293 million at the global box office, setting a new record as the company’s most successful film release to date.
Trump Unleashes New Round of Global Tariffs With August Deadline
In a sweeping move aimed at reshaping U.S. trade relationships, President Donald Trump has unveiled a new set of tariffs targeting nearly a dozen countries, with levies ranging from 25% to 40%.
Ford Q2 2025 Sales Surge 14%, Outpacing U.S. Auto Market
Ford Motor Co. posted a 14.2% jump in second-quarter U.S. sales—ten times the industry’s growth estimate—thanks to record F-Series demand and a spike in hybrid deliveries.
Apple Battles €500 Million EU Fine, Says App Store Ruling Overreaches
Apple has filed an appeal against the European Commission’s €500 million Digital Markets Act penalty, arguing the ruling misinterprets “steering” rules and harms both developers and consumers.
Amazon Prime Day 2025 Expands to Four Days of Deals
Prime Day returns July 8–11 with 96 hours of discounts, daily “Big Deals,” and new AI shopping tools—giving Prime members more ways than ever to save.
81 Dead in Texas Floods as Search for Missing Campers Continues
Central Texas is reeling from catastrophic flash floods that have left at least 81 people dead and over 40 still missing, with the death toll expected to climb as search-and-rescue operations continue.
Disney World Closes Three Classic Attractions for Piston Peak Land
Rivers of America, Tom Sawyer Island, and the Liberty Square Riverboat shut down July 7 as Magic Kingdom clears space for its biggest expansion ever: Piston Peak National Park.
Meta’s $100M AI Talent Hunt: Zuckerberg’s Plan to Build an AI Dream Team
Meta is ramping up its pursuit of AI dominance — and CEO Mark Zuckerberg is personally leading the charge. Rather than posting open job listings, Zuckerberg has compiled a private list of elite AI researchers from institutions like MIT, Stanford, and Carnegie Mellon, offering compensation packages rumored to exceed $100 million.
Louis Vuitton Korea Cyberattack Exposes Customer Data, Spurs Second LVMH Breach Probe
Louis Vuitton Korea has confirmed a June 8 cyberattack that leaked customer information — the luxury group’s second data breach in months — intensifying scrutiny of LVMH’s security practices.
Google Faces EU Antitrust Heat Over AI Overviews That Sap News Traffic
Independent publishers urge Brussels to curb Google’s AI Overviews, claiming the summaries siphon clicks and revenue from news sites and breach competition rules.
Apple Sees First iPhone Sales Growth in China Since 2023, Thanks to Strategic Discounts
Apple is finally seeing a turnaround in China, with iPhone sales climbing 8% in the second quarter of 2025 — its first quarterly increase in the region since 2023. The bump, according to a new report from Counterpoint Research, was largely fueled by timely promotional pricing on the iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max models.
Ambiq Micro’s Low-Power Chips Power Up IPO Plans amid Generative AI Boom
Edge-AI chip designer Ambiq Micro has filed for a U.S. IPO, aiming to ride surging demand for energy-efficient processors and revive tech listings with its ultra-low-power solutions.
Alibaba Eyes HK$12 B Bond Windfall to Supercharge Cloud and Global Commerce
Alibaba plans to sell HK$12 billion ($1.53 billion) in zero-coupon exchangeable bonds tied to Alibaba Health, freeing fresh capital for AI-driven cloud upgrades and overseas commerce builds.
Amazon Makes Culture Core to Performance Reviews in Latest Workforce Shift
Amazon is tightening the reins on employee performance reviews with a newly structured evaluation process that puts company culture front and center. For the first time, its 16 leadership principles — like customer obsession and frugality — are officially embedded into how corporate employees are assessed.
Teamsters Slam UPS Over Alleged Contract Violation in Planned Buyout Scheme
UPS is under fire from the International Brotherhood of Teamsters after reports emerged of a planned Driver Voluntary Severance Plan (DVSP) that the union says would illegally bypass the terms of their national contract.
US Strikes New Trade Deal with Vietnam
Former President Donald Trump has unveiled a fresh trade agreement with Vietnam that drastically cuts planned tariffs on Vietnamese goods from 46% to 20%, aiming to keep negotiations alive and avoid disruption ahead of a July deadline.''
Microsoft to Lay Off 9,000 Workers in Largest Job Cut Since 2023
Microsoft is set to lay off around 9,000 employees, marking its biggest round of job cuts since 2023. The move impacts less than 4% of the company’s global workforce and reflects a broader push to streamline operations and increase productivity amid a rapidly evolving tech landscape.
Bumble Layoffs 2025: Dating App Cuts 30% of Workforce to Fund AI-Driven Revival
Bumble is trimming 240 jobs—about 30% of its staff—to save $40 million a year and bankroll fresh AI-powered features. Shares spiked on the news, but can leaner operations rekindle user love?
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