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Flightradar24 has switched on its annual Santa Tracker, letting users follow Santa’s Christmas Eve journey in real time. Instead of a generic aircraft icon, the sleigh gets its own festive profile, complete with reindeer and a holiday callsign. As Santa departs the North Pole, Flightradar24 blends ADS‑B data with a touch of “Christmas magic” to […]

December 25, 2025

Battlefield 6 is facing sharp backlash after players spotted errors in the Winter Warning sticker, sparking accusations that EA used generative AI in paid cosmetic art. The uproar is amplified by EA’s earlier assurances that AI would only be used behind the scenes, not in visible assets. Fans now question the company’s transparency, with terms […]

December 25, 2025

Glyphic Biotechnologies is developing a groundbreaking scientific method: protein sequencing by expansion. The challenge was to introduce a technology…

December 25, 2025

McDonald’s is rolling out dog toys shaped like fries and burgers, because pets are family too.

December 24, 2025

From ‘Call of Duty’ to ‘Apex Legends’, ‘Infinity Ward’, and ‘Respawn’, Vince Zampella helped build the blueprint for blockbuster games.

December 24, 2025

G‑Dragon has partnered with Comme des Garçons for a Japan‑only capsule tied to his Übermensch world tour. Launching December 24 at Isetan Shinjuku and running through December 31, the pop‑up features around a dozen limited pieces. Highlights include staff coats, coach jackets, hoodies, tees, backpacks, and scarves, all branded with “CDG × GD” logos and […]

December 24, 2025

PUMA closes out Fall/Winter 2025 with a nostalgic collaboration celebrating E.T. the Extra‑Terrestrial. Anchored by the All‑Pro NITRO™ 2 sneaker, the capsule blends retro movie magic with modern performance design. The shoe features star‑flecked midsoles and the iconic moon‑flight imagery, while apparel pieces — hoodies, tees, pants, and a standout vest — reinterpret memorable scenes […]

December 24, 2025

BLACKPINK has teamed up with Tamagotchi to launch a special edition digital pet, merging nostalgic 90s tech with modern K-pop fandom. The collaboration introduces exclusive BLACKPINK-themed Tamagotchis featuring custom animations, designs, and interactions inspired by the group’s members—Jennie, Jisoo, Lisa, and Rosé. Fans can nurture their virtual pets while enjoying unique BLACKPINK content, making the […]

December 24, 2025

This app turns family photos into printable coloring pages, skipping the ads and keeping creativity offline where it belongs.

December 24, 2025

‘Your Year with ChatGPT’ turns 2025 chats into a very personal rewind, em dash usage included.

December 24, 2025

Porsche’s holiday short film, The Coded Love Letter, is gaining attention for its explicit “no AI” stance at a time when many brands are leaning heavily on generative tools. Created with Parallel Studio, the hand‑drawn and 3D‑animated film stands out for its warmth, craftsmanship, and interactive hunt for hidden details tied to Porsche’s heritage. Its […]

December 23, 2025

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 was stripped of its Indie Game Awards wins after organizers confirmed the RPG had used generative AI during development, violating the event’s zero‑tolerance policy. Sandfall Interactive had certified no AI involvement during submission, but later admitted placeholder textures created with generative AI slipped into the launch build before being patched out. […]

December 23, 2025

A massive 300TB archive reportedly containing Spotify’s music catalog has surfaced online, raising fresh questions about how fragile streaming libraries really are. The release includes extensive metadata and highlights how easily music can vanish from platforms due to licensing changes, distributor shutdowns, or rights disputes. The scrape underscores a growing tension between digital preservation efforts […]

December 23, 2025

Drake’s OVO has teamed up with WWE for a capsule collection that blends streetwear with wrestling nostalgia. The drop celebrates iconic eras from the early ’90s and Attitude Era, channeling legends like The Rock and Stone Cold into bold designs. With OVO’s signature owl logo alongside WWE branding, the collaboration delivers a playful yet stylish […]

December 23, 2025

Zara is experimenting with AI to “redress” real models, turning one shoot into many looks.

December 20, 2025

Ed Sheeran opens up about his fitness transformation, moving from pizza and pints to pilates, and what sparked that purpose on his Men’s Health cover.

December 20, 2025

TikTok sidesteps a US ban as ByteDance hands majority control of the app’s American business to US-led investors.

December 20, 2025

The blind-box phenomenon is heading to the big screen, with the director of the ‘Paddington’ and ‘Wonka’ films steering the ship.

December 20, 2025

UNO! Mobile has launched a limited‑time holiday crossover with Hello Kitty and her Sanrio friends, running until February 8, 2026. Players can unlock themed decks, avatars, emotes, and medals featuring beloved characters like Kuromi, Cinnamoroll, and Pompompurin. The festive update, titled “Sanrio Characters Bring Joy!”, adds kawaii flair to the popular card game while boosting […]

December 20, 2025

Sheep, murder, and Hugh Jackman. Somehow, it adds up.

December 20, 2025