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Apple introduces new App Store rules targeting nudification apps and deceptive bait-and-switch schemes aiming to curb nonconsensual intimate imagery and enforce stricter developer policies
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The Street Fighter live-action film divides critics and fans, with reception split between praise for its energy and criticism of its narrative. Extended marketing and Street Fighter 6's success signal a new era for adaptations.
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Joe Manganiello reveals how Deathstroke would have killed Commissioner Gordon, kidnapped Alfred, and fought Batgirl in Ben Affleck's scrapped DCEU Batman film.
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Researchers warn that AI-generated photos and summaries are distorting human memory, making people misremember events and overconfident in false recollections, with serious implications for disinformation and decision-making.
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New York Watch Week 2026 delivered a wave of standout timepieces, from coffee-inspired Brew releases to Urwerk’s mechanical marvels and limited-edition luxury drops across independent and established brands.
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After seven transformative years, WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert reflects on building a billion-dollar league, navigating player relations, and preparing the next leader for a role that demands thick skin and unwavering vision.
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The Academy Museum Gala 2026 transforms Los Angeles into a fashion runway, celebrating cinema style with A-list arrivals in couture and avant-garde looks that blur the line between red carpet and runway.
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A24's Elizabeth Holmes documentary 'You Can See Everything' explodes with a $15 million opening, marking the studio's biggest non-music documentary debut and signaling a remarkable box office comeback.
Entertainment
NFL expands its fan engagement strategy with the debut of Celebrity Guest Cheerleaders, featuring comedian Atsuko Okatsuka alongside the LA Rams during Monday Night Football, blending sports, culture, and comedy.
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Korean jelly mists blend refreshing facial sprays with serum-level treatment benefits, delivering long-lasting hydration and a dewy glass-skin finish. This guide reviews the top 5 products available in the U.S. and what to look for when...
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The Victoria's Secret 2026 Fashion Show lands in Los Angeles on October 18, featuring a star-studded model lineup and surprise returns, including Barbara Palvin just six weeks after giving birth.
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Two former construction and electrical workers quit stable jobs to launch Black Cactus BBQ in London, blending Texas barbecue techniques with global flavors and redefining what a barbecue tray can be.
Entertainment
Entertainment
NFL expands its fan engagement strategy with the debut of Celebrity Guest Cheerleaders, featuring comedian Atsuko Okatsuka alongside the LA Rams during Monday Night Football, blending sports, culture, and comedy.
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Taylor Swift stunned at the 2026 Academy Museum Gala in a custom pale blue Dior gown, marking her first Los Angeles appearance and showcasing over 43 carats of Chopard jewelry.
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For most AI founders, the honest answer about venture capital is no — and retention data explains why. This post breaks down why vertical depth, not horizontal hype, drives sustainable growth.
Business
UN official Sanda Ojiambo advocates for investment partnerships over resource extraction, emphasizing value addition, infrastructure, and narrative change as keys to Africa's sustainable growth.
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Kenya and the United States conducted their first combined base-wide defence exercise at Manda Bay on August 27, testing integrated response capabilities and highlighting deepening security cooperation in East Africa.
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Zambia postpones open access to its main fuel-import pipeline until January, following IMF pressure to restore competitive supply for the copper-dependent economy.
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Ann Demeulemeester returns to the fashion spotlight in Milan with a book signing for her new coffee table ‘Print,’ preserving her Antwerp Six legacy through original show invitations and rare archival graphics.
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John Turturro receives a Golden Eye at the 22nd Zurich Film Festival, discusses his awards campaign for The Only Living Pickpocket in New York, and confirms his return for Severance season three.
