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Apple strikes talent and IP deal with virtual avatar startup Animato
Apple has struck a new talent and IP deal with Animato, a startup that makes virtual avatar software for video chats and tutoring. Here are the details. more…
iOS 26’s Wallet app has long-awaited order tracking fix, here’s how to use it
Among iOS 26’s many new features for Apple Wallet, one of my favorites has been the long-awaited fix for order tracking. Here’s how to use it. more…
NAACP asks Black athletes to boycott SEC, ACC powers in latest sports-as-politics pressure campaign
The NAACP launched its "Out of Bounds" campaign calling on black athletes and fans to boycott public universities across eight Southern states.
Plex's 200% Lifetime Pass price hike tries forcing users to another subscription
Plex says that it has considered getting rid of Lifetime Passes.
Fortnite is returning to the App Store globally, a year after its US comeback
Fortnite is returning to the App Store everywhere (except Australia).
Ugreen’s new soccer ball-shaped tracker has up to 7 years of battery life
Ugreen has announced a new Apple Find My-compatible tracker with a novel design that limits where you can hide it, but greatly benefits battery life. Inspired b...
'World's sexiest fan' drops her World Cup anthem and here's why you never assist a bike thief
Actor William Daniels and wife Bonnie Bartlett reveal they had an open marriage, shocking fans who remember him as Mr. Feeney on "Boy Meets World."
Google announces Wear OS 7
The OS update integrates Gemini Intelligence and adds a new widget system.
Minnesota passes prediction markets ban
The CFTC has already sued to prevent the Minnesota's prediction markets ban.
Chiefs receiver Rashee Rice jailed for 30 days after probation violation and it could get worse
Rashee Rice was jailed Tuesday after testing positive for THC in violation of his probation from a 2024 driving charge that resulted in two felonies.
Google wants to give you an AI-driven Daily Brief
Google's announcements at Google I/O 2026 included a Daily Brief for paid Google AI subscribers.
Garrick Higgo splits from caddie after costly two-stroke penalty for missing PGA Championship tee time: report
Garrick Higgo reportedly split from caddie Austin Gaugert after a costly two-stroke penalty for missing his tee time at last week’s PGA Championship.