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Xbox outage reignites debate over future of physical games
An Xbox network outage this week left many players unable to access disc-based games offline, reigniting industry-wide debate over the future of physical media just as Sony is reported to be planning to phase out disc-based releases. The disruption was notable because Microsoft has long assured customers that disc games are designed to work without…
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More than 100 aftershocks hit Japan after deadly quake that killed 13
A magnitude 6.8 (initially reported as 7.1) earthquake struck Japan’s south-western Kyushu region on Tuesday, killing at least 13 people, with more than 100 aftershocks recorded since. Rescue crews are searching through rubble in Kumamoto prefecture, including at a paper factory and the Aeon Mall in Kashima town, which suffered an explosion shortly after the…
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Carly Simon reveals the common condition that masked her Parkinson’s diagnosis
Singer Carly Simon has revealed that her Parkinson’s disease was initially misdiagnosed as arthritis, drawing attention to how symptoms of the two conditions can overlap, particularly in the early stages. The 80-year-old musician, best known for hits including “You’re So Vain”, said her mobility problems were first attributed to joint issues rather than a neurological…
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As AI content floods the internet, Pangram raises $9M to detect it
New York-based startup Pangram has raised $9 million to expand its AI content detection technology, betting that demand for tools distinguishing human-written from AI-generated material will keep growing as “AI slop” spreads across the internet. The funding round, led by Menlo Ventures with participation from Haystack, ScOp, Script Capital and Cadenza, coincides with the launch…
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Clair Obscur developers see Sony’s no-disk announcement as ‘a sad decision’, because they ‘like to go outside, buy a game, and come back home with it’
Developers of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 have criticised Sony’s reported decision to move away from disc-based games, describing it as “sad”. They argue that physical releases still matter because buying a game in a shop is a valued part of the experience. The developers’ comments reflect wider concerns about ownership and choice as games become…
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Parents receive heartwarming gift to honour the memory of young Sheffield Wednesday supporter Jude
The article reports that the parents of Jude, a five-year-old Sheffield Wednesday supporter, received a gift intended to honour his memory. It highlights a gesture of support and remembrance from the football community following the young fan’s death. The available text does not provide further details about the gift, who presented it, or the circumstances…
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K-pop’s ‘Big Four’ and South Korean government reveal plans for Fanomenon festival in Seoul and Los Angeles
South Korea’s government has joined forces with the country’s four largest K-pop agencies – HYBE, SM Entertainment, YG Entertainment and JYP Entertainment – to launch FANOMENON, a new music festival debuting in Seoul in December 2027. The event is notable both as a rare collaboration between fierce industry rivals and as a public-private venture backed…
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Major Gulf Fighting Restarts As U.S. And Saudi Strike Iran’s Allies In Iraq
The United States and Saudi Arabia jointly carried out airstrikes against Iran-backed armed groups in Iraq on Wednesday, marking the first major US military action in the Middle East since President Trump suspended an intensive bombing campaign last Friday. The strikes, launched in retaliation for drone attacks on Saudi oil targets, mark the first time…
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Remember Those Epic Bowser Crocs? They’re On Sale Now, Alongside More Mushroom Kingdom Clogs
Nintendo and Crocs have expanded their footwear collaboration with a new range of Mario-themed clogs, including a much-anticipated Bowser design featuring spiky detailing inspired by the villain’s shell. The launch follows previous crossover collections based on Animal Crossing and Pokémon, and reflects the growing popularity of character-themed Crocs as novelty fashion items among Nintendo fans.…
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6 New Thriller Movies That Are Perfect From Start to Finish
This Collider feature rounds up six recent thriller films the writer considers gripping from beginning to end, arguing that modern thrillers generate suspense through tight emotional stakes—control, trust, betrayal and the drive to uncover truth—rather than relying on large action set pieces. The selections range across subgenres, from tense domestic and dating scenarios to espionage…