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The Odyssey, Christopher Nolan's new epic

Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey opens in theaters, shot on IMAX film with large-scale monster and battle sequences.

VGen convention booth offers badges, model demos and commissions

VGen creators set up a convention booth handing out profile badges, demoing customizable VTuber models and opening commission slots.

FDA finds cyclospora in Taylor Farms lettuce sample

The FDA says a shredded iceberg lettuce sample from Taylor Farms de Mexico tested positive for cyclospora amid the outbreak.

England beat France 6-4, Saka hat-trick in World Cup third-place game

Bukayo Saka scored a hat-trick as England defeated France 6-4 to take World Cup bronze.

World Cup Final, Spain vs Argentina

Spain and Argentina meet at MetLife Stadium for the 2026 FIFA World Cup final and the tournament trophy.

L7 bassist Jennifer Finch dies at 59

Jennifer Finch, bassist and songwriter for L7, has died after a battle with brain cancer.

Big Brother 28 nickname 'Dollar Store Adam Sandler'

Houseguest Jason repeatedly calls Rick Devens 'dollar store Adam Sandler'; the line is appearing across clips and captions.

Christopher Nolan says he'll wait at least three years before next film

Nolan says The Odyssey pushed his stamina and he expects it will be at least three years before he makes another movie.

Art Fight 2026 attack wave continues

Artists post 'attacks' and team cards as Art Fight 2026 attack waves roll through community feeds.

Messi addresses viral baby photo with Lamine Yamal

Lionel Messi commented on the widely circulated photo of him holding baby Lamine Yamal ahead of the World Cup final.

Enzo Fernández apologises over racist chants

Argentina midfielder Enzo Fernández issued an apology and is expected to face a fine and a racism‑education course.

Taco Bell Canada says its lettuce is safe amid cyclospora outbreak

Taco Bell Canada issued a statement saying its shredded lettuce is safe as U.S. cyclospora probes trace products to suppliers.

World Cup final halftime show features Madonna, Shakira, BTS, Justin Bieber and the Muppets

Coldplay headlined an 11-minute World Cup final halftime show with Madonna, Shakira, Justin Bieber and BTS; the Muppets were not part of Wired’s report.

Final Fantasy X, 25th anniversary

July 19 marks the 25th anniversary of Final Fantasy X's initial Japanese release.

Robbie Williams and Laura Pausini perform FIFA anthem 'Desire' at final

Robbie Williams and Laura Pausini performed the official FIFA anthem "Desire" at the FIFA Club World Cup final ceremony.

Could AI be conscious, Guardian examines

The Guardian explores the possibility that advanced AI could be conscious and urges planning for ethical and legal implications.

JD Vance to move to wealthy D.C. enclave, neighbors complain

Washington Post reports Vance is relocating near D.C.; residents cite motorcades and helicopter noise.

Jennifer Hudson sings US national anthem before World Cup final

Jennifer Hudson performed the United States national anthem ahead of the World Cup final at MetLife Stadium.

Argentina shown a red card during World Cup final

An Argentine player was sent off in the final, leaving Argentina a player down late in the match.

Noir Alley screens Dark Passage on TCM tonight

TCM’s Noir Alley is airing Dark Passage (1947), starring Humphrey Bogart and Lauren Bacall.

Laura Kuenssberg's BBC programme features Kemi Badenoch and Jacob Rees-Mogg

BBC Laura Kuenssberg episode includes Kemi Badenoch and Jacob Rees-Mogg debating Andy Burnham and Tory direction

Sir Brian May celebrates 79th birthday

Queen guitarist and astrophysicist Sir Brian May turns 79; photo galleries and tributes mark the day.

AEW Collision: Hikaru Shida retains after Queen Aminata match

Hikaru Shida defeated Queen Aminata in Collision's main event; Maya World made a run-in during the finish.

Failed immigration cases leave Chicago prosecutor’s office reeling

The New York Times reports veteran prosecutors resigned after low win rates and pressured immigration prosecutions.

Poisoned water is turning rural Iowa bluer, Politico reports

Witch Hat Atelier back on shelves

Readers report Witch Hat Atelier volumes are back in print and appearing on store shelves again.

The Vampire Lestat Season 3 finale, AMC releases image gallery

AMC posted images for The Vampire Lestat Season 1 finale "The Failures" as the season concludes.

EU border system tripling passport control wait times, airport boss says

New EU automated border system could triple passport‑control waits, airports and airlines warn ahead of summer travel.

Majority of US voters link extreme weather to climate crisis

A new study finds most US voters attribute recent extreme weather events to the climate crisis, says The Guardian.

Jonas Vingegaard out of Tour de France after crash

Jonas Vingegaard abandoned Stage 15 of the Tour de France after a late crash; articles do not confirm a shoulder or collarbone injury.

Pine Gap protest draws hundreds in Alice Springs

Hundreds of activists and Arrernte traditional owners gather in Alice Springs ahead of a planned Pine Gap protest

Duane Ward dies at 62, former Blue Jays reliever

Former Toronto Blue Jays relief pitcher and two-time World Series champion Duane Ward has died of natural causes at 62.

Kimi Antonelli wins Belgian Grand Prix

Antonelli took victory at Spa-Francorchamps, with Charles Leclerc second and Max Verstappen third.

Lu Dort traded to Atlanta in three‑team deal

Oklahoma City sent Lu Dort to the Atlanta Hawks in a three‑team swap that moves Zaccharie Risacher to Dallas and sends picks to OKC.

House of Svengoolie, Swamp Thing episode

Svengoolie is airing a Swamp Thing night with guest Adrienne Barbeau and a fan-favorite Nosti’s Nook segment.

Carlos Sainz handed 10-place grid penalty at Belgian GP

FIA documents show Sainz will take a 10-place grid drop after replacing a control electronics unit at Spa.

Trevor Phillips interviews Boris Johnson on Sky News

Trevor Phillips conducts an extended Sky News interview with Boris Johnson on Brexit and the government's record

Salmon Bay FC win USL W League title on penalties

Salmon Bay FC beat Vermont Green on penalties 5-4 after a 1-1 draw (Manalili 78'; Thomsen 90+4').

GPose screenshots from Final Fantasy XIV circulate

FFXIV players share elaborate GPose screenshots and staged character portraits across feeds.

Doris Day 'clam-digger' pants meme

Vintage photos of Doris Day in 'clam-digger' capris are circulating, prompting jokes and a naming debate over the style.

Kelsey Mitchell historic scoring streak powers Indiana Fever comeback

Mitchell scored 33 as the Fever rallied to beat the Liberty 108-88 and became the fourth WNBA player with 30+ on consecutive days.

Tropical Depression Two forms off Florida, Tropical Storm Watch issued

BTS releases 'NORMAL' official music video on YouTube

The official MV for BTS’s song 'NORMAL' was uploaded to YouTube and is also available on TIDAL.

Molten salt and human-sweat batteries could store renewable energy

The Guardian profiles trials of molten salt, cryogenic, sand and other alternative batteries; sweat-driven tech is not described.

Cuban dissident Luis Manuel Otero Alcántara arrives in Miami

Prominent artist and San Isidro Movement leader has arrived in Miami after release from a five-year prison term and exile