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Perplexity launched Comet, an AI-powered browser aiming to simplify web browsing. Available to Perplexity Max subscribers or via waitlist, Comet integrates Perplexity's AI answer engine, replacing standard search results…
Nothing Technologies launched its "flagship" Nothing Phone 3 in the US market. The phone boasts a unique design with a transparent back and dot matrix display, alongside competitive specs including a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 p…
The Texas Rangers traded pitcher Dane Dunning to the Atlanta Braves for minor league reliever José Ruiz and cash considerations. This move is a salary dump for the Rangers, who are aiming to stay below the luxury tax thr…
T.J. Watt signed a massive contract extension with the Pittsburgh Steelers, making him the highest-paid non-quarterback in the NFL at $108 million guaranteed. While lauded as a great player, the author questions the wisd…
Coldplay frontman Chris Martin accidentally outed a seemingly shy couple on the kiss cam during a recent Massachusetts concert. After playfully commenting on the couple, identified as Astronomer CEO Andy Byron and anothe…
Steelers linebacker T.J. Watt signed a contract making him the highest-paid non-quarterback in NFL history, earning $41 million annually. Cowboys linebacker Micah Parsons is expected to surpass this record with his next …
BlackRock's shares fell after China threatened to block CK Hutchison's $22.8 billion Panama Ports deal unless state-owned Cosco becomes an equal partner. BlackRock and MSC, who reached a preliminary agreement in March, a…
Brazil's congress passed a controversial environmental bill, weakening environmental safeguards and prompting outrage from activists. Dubbed the "devastation bill," it streamlines environmental licensing, allowing self-d…
Google released Android 16 QPR1 Beta 3 to Pixel devices, including the latest Pixel 9 series. This beta, incorporating the July 2025 security patch, is considered suitable for general use before the stable September laun…
Google's Android 16 QPR1 Beta 3, likely the final preview before September's stable release, features visual updates. The weather icons in At a Glance and Pixel Launcher revert to colorful designs for better visibility, …
Matt Fitzpatrick, after a period of poor form marked by a coaching and caddie change, is currently co-leading the Open Championship. His struggles, which reached a nadir 122 days prior, stemmed from a slump in his iron g…
Nintendo's new 3D platformer, Donkey Kong Bananza, surpasses expectations. Developed by the Super Mario Odyssey team, it blends classic Donkey Kong gameplay with elements inspired by Breath of the Wild. The game features…
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice pleaded guilty to charges stemming from a March 2024 multicar crash in Dallas, receiving a 30-day jail sentence and five years' probation. Rice, who was driving at 119 mph, pa…
Disney's live-action "Lilo & Stitch" remake has crossed $1 billion worldwide, becoming the first Hollywood film of 2025 to achieve this milestone. The film, initially slated for streaming, grossed $416.1 million domestic…
AMD's high-end Ryzen Threadripper Pro 9000 WX-Series CPUs launch later this month, with prices ranging from $1,649 to $11,699. The top-of-the-line 9995WX boasts 96 cores and 192 threads. These processors, available from …
Major US banks reported unexpectedly strong second-quarter profits, exceeding analysts' forecasts by a significant margin. Profits surged over 20% year-on-year, reaching approximately $39 billion collectively for the six…
Google's Fast Pair, initially promised for Google TV in 2022, is available on only four devices: Chromecast with Google TV, Chromecast with Google TV (HD), Google TV Streamer, and Walmart Onn 4K Plus. The feature's rollo…
Slack is integrating AI to enhance its platform. New features include AI-powered search across channels and connected apps, AI-generated transcriptions and summaries for Huddles, and message summaries for missed conversa…
Despite grossing $250 million worldwide, Superman's box office performance is considered underwhelming by Warner Bros., particularly its $95 million international haul. While a US success, its international numbers fall …
Connie Francis, the iconic 1950s and 60s pop star known for hits like "Pretty Little Baby" and "Who's Sorry Now?", passed away at 87. Her death was announced by her publicist, Ron Roberts, following a recent hospitalizat…
Jacob Skov Olesen, Haotong Li, and Matt Fitzpatrick are tied for the lead at the 153rd Open Championship after day one. Olesen, a 2024 Amateur Championship winner, shot a 67, including four birdies and an eagle, at Royal…
Klay Thompson and Megan Thee Stallion publicly confirmed their relationship at the rapper's Pete & Thomas Foundation Gala in New York. The couple, who previously hinted at their romance on social media, made their red ca…
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg and other executives settled a shareholder lawsuit for $8 billion. The suit alleged they caused billions in fines and legal costs by violating Facebook users' privacy, stemming from incidents lik…
Samsung is aggressively promoting its new Galaxy Z Fold7 with numerous pre-order deals totaling over $960. These include discounts for email subscribers, PayPal users, and those trading in tablets, plus free Galaxy Buds …
Eintracht Frankfurt's shrewd acquisition of Hugo Ekitike has proven successful. After a stalled career at PSG, Ekitike joined Frankfurt on loan before signing permanently. He thrived in various tactical formations, initi…