Tinder is testing iris‑scan verification through Sam Altman’s World Orb, offering free Boosts to encourage early adoption. The move targets romance scams and bot accounts, which drained over $300 million from victims in 2020. While the Orb promises not to store biometric data, privacy concerns linger due to World’s regulatory history in Europe, the UK, […]
April 28, 2026
President Donald Trump has launched a fast‑track overhaul of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, which he described as “filthy,” ahead of America’s 250th anniversary in 2026. The project involves draining the pool, repairing leaks, and applying an “American flag blue” coating to give the landmark a fresh, symbolic finish. Trump has shared photos showing crews […]
April 26, 2026
Chanel has unveiled its latest eyewear campaign, bringing together an unexpected trio of global icons: Nicole Kidman, G‑Dragon and Pedro Pascal. Shot in stripped‑back studio portraits, the campaign highlights the house’s sleek frames while letting the personalities of its cast shine through. Kidman’s timeless elegance, G‑Dragon’s edgy charisma and Pascal’s understated cool create a dynamic […]
April 26, 2026
Spotify, now officially 20, has released its definitive all‑time streaming charts, revealing what the world has looped since 2006. Taylor Swift leads as the most‑streamed artist, followed by Bad Bunny and Drake, with The Weeknd, Ariana Grande, and Ed Sheeran also in the top tier. Bad Bunny’s Un Verano Sin Ti is the most‑streamed album, […]
April 25, 2026
Nintendo faces a class action lawsuit in Washington alleging it unfairly kept tariff refunds while customers paid higher prices during the 2025 tariff period. Plaintiffs Gregory Hoffert and Prashant Sharan argue Nintendo raised prices on consoles and accessories, then sought government reimbursements after tariffs were struck down in February 2026, creating a “double recovery.” Examples […]
April 25, 2026