Category: media

Apple CEO Tim Cook gave Donald Trump a custom glass plaque on a 24K gold base during a White House visit, marking Apple’s $600 billion U.S. manufacturing expansion. Made entirely in America, the plaque symbolized Apple’s commitment to domestic production amid rising semiconductor tariffs. In response, Trump announced a 100% tariff on imported chips, exempting […]

August 8, 2025

Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson has revealed that he occasionally consults ChatGPT for “second opinions” on political matters, marking a notable moment in the intersection of artificial intelligence and governance. His admission highlights the growing role of AI in decision-making processes, sparking discussions about transparency, ethics, and the boundaries of digital tools in leadership. While […]

August 8, 2025

Disney has confirmed it will shut down the standalone Hulu app by 2026, merging its content into Disney Plus as part of a major streaming overhaul. The move follows Disney’s $9 billion acquisition of Comcast’s stake in Hulu, giving it full ownership. Hulu’s library, including exclusive originals, will be integrated into a redesigned Disney Plus […]

August 8, 2025

Topps has launched a punk-infused parody set with 2024 Garbage Pail Kids Battle of the Bands – Green Day. The 100-card base set reimagines Billie Joe Armstrong, Mike Dirnt, and Tré Cool as grotesque GPK characters like Billie Boogers and Basket Casey. Inserts include Dookie: 30 Years, American Idiot short prints, and Sweet Children. Rare […]

August 7, 2025

Ever imagined scrolling through AI-generated drama, debates, or dragon fanfics? Character AI now comes with a side of social.

August 7, 2025

Sonic has traded his sneakers for 30 pairs of rare Timbs to go slow and go fast in.

August 7, 2025

From doodles to dragons—Gemini can now turn your ideas, vacation photos, or kid’s art into epic tales.

August 7, 2025

Crystal-clear priorities: Motorola’s Razr 2025 and Moto Buds Loops just got iced out with the Brilliant Collection drop.

August 7, 2025

Want custom royalty-free music in minutes? AI hits a new note, and you only need a text prompt.

August 7, 2025

Elon Musk’s AI tool Grok Imagine is facing backlash after its “spicy” mode generated sexually explicit deepfake videos of Taylor Swift without being explicitly prompted. The Verge’s test input—“Taylor Swift celebrating Coachella with the boys”—resulted in a topless animation of Swift dancing in a thong. Critics say the tool’s weak safeguards and permissive presets allow […]

August 7, 2025

Conveying the scale of a system without overwhelming the user. Highlighting advanced technology while making it feel warm and human.These were the…

August 7, 2025

Web design once thrived on quirky mascots that made brands feel fun and approachable, but they’ve largely disappeared, replaced by soulless minimalism and corporate sameness. As startups prioritized looking “serious” over having personality, we lost the weird, charming creatures that made the web more delightful—maybe it’s time for a comeback.

August 7, 2025

Illinois has passed the Wellness and Oversight for Psychological Resources Act, becoming the first U.S. state to ban AI from serving as therapists. The law restricts AI from making therapeutic decisions or communicating directly with patients, reserving those roles for licensed professionals. AI may still assist with administrative tasks like scheduling or billing. Lawmakers cited […]

August 6, 2025

Rod Stewart’s tribute to Ozzy Osbourne during his “One Last Time” tour has sparked mixed reactions. At his August 1 concert in Atlanta, Stewart debuted an AI-generated video showing Osbourne in a pastel-toned heaven, casually taking selfies with late music legends including Prince, Michael Jackson, Tina Turner, Freddie Mercury, Kurt Cobain, and XXXTentacion. Set to […]

August 6, 2025

Google’s Pixel 6a faces a recall in Australia after phones reportedly caught fire—here’s what to do if you own one.

August 6, 2025

Aalborg Zoo wants your pet. Not for cuddles—for carnivores.

August 6, 2025

KAWS for concern: the famed street artist X’s out a rumored collab teased by British-Nigerian creator Slawn.

August 6, 2025

Ultra Skelly is here—and he’s watching you with 18 creepy eyes.

August 6, 2025

Lady Gaga just elevated plush to couture status with her custom Labubu charm.

August 6, 2025

Tourism Australia has launched the second phase of its global “Come and Say G’day” campaign, backed by a $130 million investment. The initiative features localized ads across five key markets, with Robert Irwin in the U.S., Nigella Lawson in the UK, and Ruby the Kangaroo returning as mascot. Other ambassadors include Sara Tendulkar, Yosh Yu, […]

August 5, 2025