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Allbirds Pivots to AI, Rebranding as NewBird AI With $50 Million Financing

The shift requires shareholder approval at a May 18 meeting.

Trump Reposts AI Jesus Image, Deepens Feud With Pope Leo XIV

The move underscores a widening clash between the administration’s religious war rhetoric versus the pope’s call for peace.

Amazon to Buy Globalstar for $11.57 Billion to Accelerate Leo and iPhone Satellite Services

The purchase secures spectrum alongside an iPhone pact to speed Amazon’s direct-to-device satellite push.

OpenAI Expands Gated Cyber Model as Anthropic Locks Down Mythos

The rival rollouts point to a new norm of identity‑checked access for AI that can quickly uncover software weaknesses.

Jury Finds Live Nation–Ticketmaster Illegally Monopolized Concert Ticketing

A remedies hearing before the judge could reshape ticketing through fines, divestitures, even a breakup.

Google Releases Native Gemini App for Mac With System-Wide Shortcut and Screen Sharing

The release puts Google’s AI inside everyday Mac workflows to pave a path to a proactive desktop assistant.

DESI Completes Five-Year Survey, Unveils Largest 3D Map of the Universe

Next come full-scale tests of dark energy using the complete trove in 2027.

Pope Leo XIV Visits Bamenda, Urges Peace and Human Rights in Cameroon

A separatist pause to allow his travel underscores hopes for dialogue in a war that has devastated Cameroon’s English‑speaking regions.

Harry Hails Australia’s Teen Social Media Ban as Meghan Details Years of Online Abuse

Their comments underscore a visit that blends advocacy with commercial moves.

Air New Zealand Sets May 18 On‑Sale Date for Economy ‘Skynest’ Bunk Pods on JFK–Auckland Flights

The lie‑flat pods target the grind of ultra‑long flights with a paid rest option.

Swalwell Resigns After New Accuser Emerges as LA Sheriff Opens Investigation

Active criminal and ethics probes now drive the legal and political fallout.

Sony Confirms April PS Plus Extra and Premium Lineup for April 21 Release

The mix signals Sony’s push to pair a marquee PS5 remaster with a broad catalog to keep subscribers engaged.

PIF Weighs Pulling LIV Golf Funding as League Says Season Will Proceed

A funding cut would put the breakaway tour’s future at risk after years of heavy losses.

Multi-Day Severe Outbreak Pushes Into Northeast With New Watches and Flood Risks

Forecasters expect a higher risk on Friday, prompting officials to prepare for stronger storms.

China’s Q1 Growth Hits 5%, Beating Forecasts on Export and Factory Gains

Analysts warn the strong start masks new risks from higher oil and shakier trade.

NYPD Puts Two Detectives on Modified Duty After Viral Brooklyn Arrest Video as DA Drops Charge

The Internal Affairs probe follows an undercover drug sting in which officers targeted a lookalike rather than the actual accomplice.

Code Hints at New Apple Intelligence Tools in iOS 27

The unannounced features suggest deeper AI in everyday iPhone tasks.

BBC to Cut Up to 2,000 Jobs in Biggest Reduction in 15 Years

Management targets £500 million in two-year savings through hiring pauses, spending curbs, redundancies.

House Democrats File Impeachment Articles Against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth

The Republican House majority makes removal unlikely.

Army Names MV-75 Tiltrotor Cheyenne II

The move signals a push to field longer-range air assault forces despite cautions on funding and suppliers.

Google Lets Gemini Use Your Photos to Create Personalized AI Images

The upgrade uses built-in labels plus account cues to cut down on long prompts.

iPhone 18 Pro’s Variable-Aperture Camera Moves Into Production

The parts ramp signals a fall launch window for the first iPhone camera that physically controls light intake.

Roku Announces 100 Million Streaming Households

The company is pitching the metric to advertisers as proof of reach.

Google in Talks With Pentagon to Use Gemini in Classified Military Settings

The reported negotiations signal a shift from Google’s 2018 retreat from military AI work.

Amazon and Best Buy Drive Google Pixel 10 Prices to New Lows

Retailer competition is pushing deals below Google's own spring sale pricing.

Bloom Energy Expands Oracle Deal to Supply Up to 2.8 GW for AI Data Centers

The move signals fuel cells as a fast workaround to grid delays for high‑power AI sites.

UK Launches £500m Sovereign AI Unit and Unveils First Seven Backed Startups

The venture-style vehicle seeks to scale homegrown AI by pairing investment with access to national supercomputers.

Ripple and Kyobo Life Pilot On-Chain Settlement of South Korean Government Bonds

The trial gauges whether tokenized securities can settle near instantly within Korea’s evolving rulebook.

Allbirds Pivots to AI, Rebranding as NewBird AI With $50 Million Financing

The shift requires shareholder approval at a May 18 meeting.

OpenAI Expands Gated Cyber Model as Anthropic Locks Down Mythos

The rival rollouts point to a new norm of identity‑checked access for AI that can quickly uncover software weaknesses.

YouTube Rolls Out Zero‑Minute Limit to Hide Shorts on Mobile

The new setting gives users tighter control over screen time by turning the Shorts tab into a stop screen.

Amazon Launches Slimmer Fire TV Stick HD With USB Power, Preorders at $34.99

The entry-level 1080p stick focuses on quick setup plus portability.

Nvidia’s ‘Ising’ Quantum AI Release Lifts Sector Stocks

The open-source tools target qubit calibration plus error correction to address bottlenecks that slow usable quantum machines.

Google Rolls Out Chrome AI Mode With Side-by-Side Browsing and Tab-Powered Searches

The upgrade keeps search context in view to cut tab switching during shopping or study tasks.

Microsoft Begins Rolling Out April Xbox Update With Per-Game Quick Resume, Home Pins, and Cloud Tools

The patch centers on player control across resumes, saves, streaming quality.

NPR Secures $113 Million From Connie Ballmer and Anonymous Donor for Digital Push

The gifts fund a push to rebuild NPR’s digital tools following reduced federal support.

White House Orders NASA and Pentagon to Fast-Track Space Nuclear Reactors

The directive sets firm agency deadlines to move space nuclear power from plans to flight to preserve U.S. advantage.

Lone CFTC Commissioner Vows Insider-Trading Crackdown in Hill Testimony

The vow signals an aggressive posture from a one-member agency under scrutiny over suspicious oil trades.

SpaceX Finishes Full-Duration Static Fires for Starship V3 Ahead of Flight 12

The milestone tightens the timeline for a first V3 flight, shaping NASA’s Artemis planning.

Google Releases Native Gemini App for Mac With System-Wide Shortcut and Screen Sharing

The release puts Google’s AI inside everyday Mac workflows to pave a path to a proactive desktop assistant.

Cayden Boozer Will Return to Duke for Sophomore Season

He enters his first college season without his twin brother, a projected top‑three NBA pick.

Liverpool Confirm Hugo Ekitike’s Ruptured Achilles, Ruling Him Out of Season and World Cup

The confirmed Achilles rupture forces both teams to rethink their forward plans.

Bearman Calls Colapinto’s Suzuka Move “Unacceptable” After 50G Crash as F1 Weighs Safety Tweaks

F1 is weighing near-term changes to limit dangerous speed gaps created by the 2026 energy-harvesting rules.

Cowboys Say No Teams Have Called About Trading George Pickens

A quiet market leaves only the draft or the July 15 deadline as true pressure points.

New UFC Light-Heavyweight Champ Carlos Ulberg Says He Misplaced His Belt After Miami Celebration

A pending Las Vegas knee scan could set his first defense or trigger an interim title.

Islanders GM Says He Wants to Re-Sign Captain Anders Lee

The team signaled interest without making a firm commitment.

Athletic Keeps Russini Review Going as Times Staff Rebuke Initial Response

Times staff say the case tests the Athletic's alignment with the parent newsroom's source rules.

Benches Clear After Giants Beat Reds 3-0 in Tense Finale

Tempers reflected lingering anger from Spencer Steer’s profane exchange with J.T. Brubaker the night before.

Anthony Gordon Open to Summer Move as Arsenal, Bayern and Liverpool Circle

Newcastle plan to hold out for a top fee to fund a rebuild.

Titans’ Cam Ward Back Throwing, On Track for June Minicamp

The update points to early on-field work with new play-caller Brian Daboll.

Sharks Sign Eric Pohlkamp to Two-Year Entry-Level Deal

The contract signals San Jose's bet on a top-scoring Denver defenseman.

Hornets vs. Magic Play-In Set to Decide East No. 8 Seed

Betting odds tilt toward Charlotte.

Joel Embiid’s Play-In Appearance Lifts Sixers as Appendectomy Recovery Leaves Celtics Series Status Unclear

His uncertain availability could reshape Philadelphia’s approach to Boston.

Freiburg Beat Celta to Reach First Europa League Semi-Final

The Bundesliga club advances 6-1 on aggregate, awaiting Real Betis or Sporting Braga.

Lionel Messi Buys Fifth-Tier Catalan Club UE Cornellà

The move signals a long-term push to rebuild a famed Catalan academy.

UFC Says It Will Pay for 4,500-Seat White House Card on June 14

Dana White frames the South Lawn show as a patriotic gift with no taxpayer cost.

Golden Knights Clinch Pacific With 4-1 Win, Draw Mammoth in First Round

A 7-0-1 finish under John Tortorella, boosted by Carter Hart’s unbeaten return, reshapes Vegas’ playoff outlook.

Yankees Set Gerrit Cole’s First Rehab Start at 45 Pitches as Carlos Rodón Lines Up Live BP

The Yankees are prioritizing a slow build to reduce re-injury risk.

Auston Matthews Won’t Commit to Maple Leafs’ Future as Toronto Overhauls Front Office

His wait-and-see approach raises stakes for the team’s search for new leadership.

Rick Bowness Blasts Blue Jackets’ Effort, Leaves Return in Doubt

A late collapse now forces Columbus to confront culture questions plus roster choices.

Charli XCX Pivots From ‘Brat’ Club Sound to a Rock-Driven Next Album

The British Vogue cover signals a reset toward guitar-led production with a rawer vocal take.

Beef Season 2 Launches on Netflix With Star Cast and a Bigger Country-Club Story

Early reviews highlight standout performances, with some critics finding the broader scope less focused.

Disneyland Unveils Han Solo and Leia for Galaxy’s Edge Timeline Shift on April 29

The change reflects a move to blend Star Wars eras in Anaheim after years of a sequel‑only storyline.

Jury Finds Live Nation–Ticketmaster Illegally Monopolized Concert Ticketing

A remedies hearing before the judge could reshape ticketing through fines, divestitures, even a breakup.

Biography Alleges HHS Chief RFK Jr. Cut Genitals From Road‑Killed Raccoon

The allegation from diary excerpts has intensified scrutiny of the health secretary’s judgment.

Kate Hudson Wears Brandon Maxwell at ‘Running Point’ Season 2 LA Premiere

The white look signals a style reset ahead of the show’s April 23 Netflix launch.

Roundabout Sets 2026–27 Season With ‘The Full Monty’ Broadway Revival

Christopher Ashley’s first slate emphasizes new writing alongside revived landmarks.

Imagineering Files Nine Electrical Permits for Animal Kingdom’s Tropical Americas

The filings signal a move into show and electrical installation ahead of the 2027 debut.

Roku Announces 100 Million Streaming Households

The company is pitching the metric to advertisers as proof of reach.

‘Euphoria’ Season 3 Premiere Draws 8.5 Million in Three Days, Up 44% From Season 2 Debut

Record trailer views signal surging interest in the show's return.

Law & Order: Organized Crime Canceled After Five Seasons

The move reflects softer ratings than other Wolf dramas.

Paramount Confirms 'Top Gun 3' in Development With Tom Cruise Returning

The move signals Paramount’s plan to build on the $1.5 billion impact of 'Top Gun: Maverick'.

runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend Begins With Expo Opening at Disney World

The kickoff triggers crowd surges that will change park hours and travel patterns.

YouTube Publishes Coachella Weekend Two Livestream Schedule

The release gives fans exact set times with links to seven stage feeds.

Kate Lohan Arrested in Texas on Domestic-Assault Charge With $35,000 Bail

The new charge brings the estranged couple's long-running domestic disputes back under court supervision.

Paramount Unveils Full Street Fighter Trailer for 1993-Set Reboot

The reboot opens Legendary’s Paramount distribution era with a game‑accurate, ’90s‑style spectacle.

Universal Unveils Focker In-Law Trailer With Stiller, De Niro and Ariana Grande

The holiday-timed sequel leans on a familiar setup to revive the franchise for a new generation.

UFC Says It Will Pay for 4,500-Seat White House Card on June 14

Dana White frames the South Lawn show as a patriotic gift with no taxpayer cost.

Chappelle Says Republicans Turned His Trans Jokes Into Political Weapons

The comedian used an NPR interview to separate his act from GOP messaging.

Henry Cavill’s Highlander Reboot Debuts Footage at CinemaCon

Chad Stahelski’s stunt-first take signals a franchise relaunch under United Artists.

White House to Review Reports of 10 U.S. Scientists Missing or Dead Since 2023

The cluster involves experts from labs tied to nuclear weapons or space research, prompting national‑security questions.

Cosmic Bounce Theory Suggests Black Hole 'Fossils' Could Account for Dark Matter

A peer-reviewed model from University of Portsmouth scientists describes a quantum-driven rebound that lets compact objects survive into today’s universe.

Artemis II Crew Briefs Media After Record Lunar Flyby

NASA will mine the flight’s data to refine upcoming Artemis tests toward a 2028 south‑pole landing.

SpaceX Finishes Full-Duration Static Fires for Starship V3 Ahead of Flight 12

The milestone tightens the timeline for a first V3 flight, shaping NASA’s Artemis planning.

White House Orders NASA and Pentagon to Fast-Track Space Nuclear Reactors

The directive sets firm agency deadlines to move space nuclear power from plans to flight to preserve U.S. advantage.

Nvidia’s ‘Ising’ Quantum AI Release Lifts Sector Stocks

The open-source tools target qubit calibration plus error correction to address bottlenecks that slow usable quantum machines.

UK Launches £500m Sovereign AI Unit and Unveils First Seven Backed Startups

The venture-style vehicle seeks to scale homegrown AI by pairing investment with access to national supercomputers.

NASA Picks Voyager for Seventh Private Astronaut Trip to the ISS

The selection advances NASA’s push to shift routine low‑Earth orbit work to commercial providers.

SR-71’s Mach 3 Record Reexamined as Book Cites Raised Wartime Speed Limits

A new book details a wartime waiver lifting engine inlet temperature caps.

DESI Completes Five-Year Survey, Unveils Largest 3D Map of the Universe

Next come full-scale tests of dark energy using the complete trove in 2027.

Cygnus X-1 Yields First Direct Measure of Black Hole Jet Power

A global radio array used wind-bent jets to reveal real-time speed and energy output.

Mars Study Maps Broad Coastal Shelf, Bolstering Case for Ancient Northern Ocean

Analysis of Mars Global Surveyor maps highlights a stable low-slope band seen as a stronger ocean marker than shifting shorelines.

FDA Sets July Review of Compounded Peptides as HHS Backs Wider Access

The move could shift demand from unregulated sellers to licensed pharmacies.

UCLA Identifies Senescent Immune Cells Driving Fatty Liver, Reverses Disease in Mice

The findings point to drug targets that could clear damaged cells and ease chronic inflammation.

Agencies See El Niño Likely in 2026 as Models Flag Risk of a Very Strong Event

Forecast confidence remains limited until May–June observations clarify the ocean–atmosphere link.

Cochrane Review Finds Alzheimer’s Amyloid Antibodies Deliver No Meaningful Patient Benefit

The verdict raises fresh pressure on NHS decision makers weighing the price of lecanemab and donanemab.

Oklo Rallies After U.S. Space‑Nuclear Plan Boosts SMR Stocks

Federal backing for space reactor demonstrations is pulling new money into microreactor stocks.

Mars Express Images Show Dark Volcanic Ash Spreading Across Utopia Planitia

The finding points to faster surface change than once assumed.

Maryland Names Extinct Megalodon as Official State Shark

The designation spotlights Calvert Cliffs fossils central to Maryland's natural history.

Century-Old Fossil Confirms Owen’s Giant Echidna in Victoria

The museum-based find prompts fresh checks of old collections to refine Ice Age echidna maps.

Witnesses Sue Karen Read and Blogger ‘Turtleboy’ Over Alleged False Narrative in O’Keefe Case

The filing seeks court scrutiny of online attacks on trial witnesses.

Senate Votes 50–49 to Void 20-Year Mining Ban Near Boundary Waters

The move uses the Congressional Review Act, making the reversal hard to undo.

Justice Jackson Escalates Critique of Supreme Court’s Emergency Docket

Her Yale speech warns the fast-track rulings distort precedent.

Magyar Demands Orban-Aligned President Resign in Hungary Power Shift

The incoming government signals a swift rollback of Orban-era controls to unlock frozen European Union funds.

CBP to Open Tariff Refund Portal Monday as Administration Signals July Tariff Return

Refunds will go to importers through a new CBP system, not to consumers.

Biography Alleges HHS Chief RFK Jr. Cut Genitals From Road‑Killed Raccoon

The allegation from diary excerpts has intensified scrutiny of the health secretary’s judgment.

Jury Finds Live Nation–Ticketmaster Illegally Monopolized Concert Ticketing

A remedies hearing before the judge could reshape ticketing through fines, divestitures, even a breakup.

Trump Says Iran Agreed To Hand Over Enriched Uranium, Calls Deal 'Very Close'

The claim spotlights unresolved questions over a possible enrichment halt after reports that Islamabad talks failed.

Lone CFTC Commissioner Vows Insider-Trading Crackdown in Hill Testimony

The vow signals an aggressive posture from a one-member agency under scrutiny over suspicious oil trades.

US Hands Over Final Syria Base to Government Forces, Ending a Decade-Long Mission

Damascus claims the lead on counterterrorism following SDF integration.

U.S. Unveils ‘Economic Fury’ to Choke Iran’s Oil Cash and Tighten Maritime Squeeze

The push seeks to choke off Tehran’s oil cash to raise leverage in fragile talks.

Google in Talks With Pentagon to Use Gemini in Classified Military Settings

The reported negotiations signal a shift from Google’s 2018 retreat from military AI work.

Kennedy Opens Marathon Hill Hearings as Democrats Press on Vaccines and HHS Cuts

The marathon grilling tests a White House pivot that steers him to food policy over vaccine fights.

Trump Announces 10-Day Israel–Lebanon Ceasefire to Start at 5 p.m. ET

The U.S.-brokered pause creates space for talks with compliance uncertain.

Police Probe Unsubstantiated Bomb Threat at Illinois Home of Pope Leo XIV’s Brother

Police have not found a motive or any tie to the Trump–Leo dispute over the Iran war.

Minnesota Charges ICE Agent With Second-Degree Assault After Highway Gun Threat

The case tests state authority to prosecute on-duty federal agents.

Chappelle Says Republicans Turned His Trans Jokes Into Political Weapons

The comedian used an NPR interview to separate his act from GOP messaging.

Erika Kirk Skips Georgia TPUSA Event After ‘Very Serious Threats’ Reported

The episode underscores unresolved safety concerns around political campus tours.

Indiana School District Settles Counselor’s Lawsuit Over Gender Identity Policy

The district says it settled to avoid more litigation without admitting wrongdoing.

Rodney Marshall Named Boston Fire Commissioner, First Black Man to Lead the Department

The move follows Paul F. Burke's retirement at Massachusetts' mandatory age of 65.

Witnesses Sue Karen Read and Blogger ‘Turtleboy’ Over Alleged False Narrative in O’Keefe Case

The filing seeks court scrutiny of online attacks on trial witnesses.

Secret Service Detains Man After Attempted White House Barrier Breach

The swift detention underscores the Secret Service's tight control over the White House perimeter.

Police Probe Unsubstantiated Bomb Threat at Illinois Home of Pope Leo XIV’s Brother

Police have not found a motive or any tie to the Trump–Leo dispute over the Iran war.

Kate Lohan Arrested in Texas on Domestic-Assault Charge With $35,000 Bail

The new charge brings the estranged couple's long-running domestic disputes back under court supervision.

Minnesota Charges ICE Agent With Second-Degree Assault After Highway Gun Threat

The case tests state authority to prosecute on-duty federal agents.

Ex-Alabama Player to Plead Guilty in $20 Million NFL Identity-Loan Scheme

The planned pleas spotlight gaps in remote loan checks that fake firms and IDs exploited.

Caldwells Support Alleged Victim as Jail Calls Show Kendra Urging 'Don't Trust Anyone'

A rare statement from Kendra Duggar’s parents, paired with released jail calls, underscores widening legal and family fallout.

White House to Review Reports of 10 U.S. Scientists Missing or Dead Since 2023

The cluster involves experts from labs tied to nuclear weapons or space research, prompting national‑security questions.

U.S. Says Fifth Strike in Five Days Kills Three in Eastern Pacific

The burst of strikes underscores the Trump administration’s claim of an armed conflict with cartels that critics call unlawful.

Police: Former Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax Killed Wife, Then Himself at Annandale Home

Police cite a contentious divorce as a likely trigger.

Hamtramck Abduction Suspect Charged With Kidnapping and First-Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct

Prosecutors highlight a swift rescue enabled by phone tracking with help from a vigilant clerk.

Bowser Reimposes Teen Curfew Zones in D.C. Under 15-Day Emergency Order

The order buys time ahead of a D.C. Council vote on extending the curfew policy.

Athena Strand Sentencing: Father Testifies as New FedEx‑Truck Video Is Shown to Jury

Prosecutors are close to resting their case in the punishment phase.

Damon Jones Moves to Plead Guilty in Federal NBA Betting Case

The planned plea would make him the first defendant in a broad insider-betting case scrutinizing sports integrity.

Arrest Made in Fitchburg Apartment Shooting Near University Housing

Police say there is no ongoing threat to Fitchburg State University.

Bukele Signs Law Allowing Life Sentences for Children as Young as 12

The move deepens a security crackdown that rights groups say violates child-protection norms.

Hyperbridge Raises Exploit Loss Estimate to $2.5 Million After Token Gateway Breach

A proof-checking bug let an attacker forge messages, prompting a freeze on bridging until a fix is audited.

Death of Joanna Shields in Big Sur Backcountry Probed as Suspicious

Investigators await toxicology to determine cause.

Swalwell Resigns After New Accuser Emerges as LA Sheriff Opens Investigation

Active criminal and ethics probes now drive the legal and political fallout.

Savannah and Tybee Tighten Controls as ‘Crush Reloaded’ Returns Saturday

Officials aim to prevent gridlock to protect public safety.

CBP to Open Tariff Refund Portal Monday as Administration Signals July Tariff Return

Refunds will go to importers through a new CBP system, not to consumers.

Lufthansa Pulls CityLine Fleet, Speeds Wider Cuts on Fuel Spike

The move targets lower fuel burn to shrink Lufthansa’s unhedged exposure.

Jury Finds Live Nation–Ticketmaster Illegally Monopolized Concert Ticketing

A remedies hearing before the judge could reshape ticketing through fines, divestitures, even a breakup.

U.S. Gas Prices Slip for Sixth Time in Seven Days as Average Reaches $4.09

Small daily declines have followed a month-long surge tied to the U.S.–Iran conflict.

UK Launches £500m Sovereign AI Unit and Unveils First Seven Backed Startups

The venture-style vehicle seeks to scale homegrown AI by pairing investment with access to national supercomputers.

U.S. Unveils ‘Economic Fury’ to Choke Iran’s Oil Cash and Tighten Maritime Squeeze

The push seeks to choke off Tehran’s oil cash to raise leverage in fragile talks.

IEA Warns Europe Has About Six Weeks of Jet Fuel Left as Hormuz Stays Shut

IEA says Europe’s reliance on Middle Eastern jet fuel leaves it exposed to shortages that could ground flights.

Hochul Backs NYC Pied-à-Terre Tax on $5 Million Second Homes

The plan signals a bid to raise city revenue without broader income or corporate tax hikes.

Lone CFTC Commissioner Vows Insider-Trading Crackdown in Hill Testimony

The vow signals an aggressive posture from a one-member agency under scrutiny over suspicious oil trades.

NJ Transit Eyes $100-Plus World Cup Train Fares as Board Backs Full Cost Recovery

New Jersey leaders say FIFA should cover a $48 million bill so regular riders are not asked to pay.

Bitcoin Stalls Below $76K as ETF Demand Meets Sell Signals

On‑chain data points to heavy profit‑taking near $76,800.

Vought Defends $1.5 Trillion Defense Plan, Declines to Estimate Iran War Cost

The White House says the surge would lock in multiyear deals to expand weapons production.

Schwab to Launch Retail Bitcoin and Ether Trading at 0.75% Per Trade

The move brings direct crypto trading into Schwab’s core platforms under a bank‑custody model that could shift retail flows from crypto‑native apps.

Ripple and Kyobo Life Pilot On-Chain Settlement of South Korean Government Bonds

The trial gauges whether tokenized securities can settle near instantly within Korea’s evolving rulebook.

Allbirds Pivots to AI, Rebranding as NewBird AI With $50 Million Financing

The shift requires shareholder approval at a May 18 meeting.

Boomers Dominate Home Buying as First-Time Buyers Fall to Record Low

NAR's 2026 generational report cites high costs with thin supply as the main barriers for younger households.

Exodus Rolls Out Native XRP Tools, Partners With Ripple on RLUSD Support

The rollout follows strong XRP activity in the wallet, setting a path to broader support for assets on the XRP Ledger.

Harris Blames Trump’s Iran War for Higher Gas Prices as GOP Cites 2022 Record

Republicans highlight the 2022 peak to counter Harris’s message on current pain at the pump.

Kingdom Holding to Buy 70% of Al Hilal From PIF at 1.4 Billion Riyals

The planned sale signals PIF’s push to cash out of select sports assets to redeploy money at home.

New York City Unveils Plan for City‑Backed Insurance to Cut Costs for Regulated Housing

Premium spikes have strained affordable housing budgets, prompting a city test of a publicly backed, privately operated option.

Microsoft Begins Rolling Out April Xbox Update With Per-Game Quick Resume, Home Pins, and Cloud Tools

The patch centers on player control across resumes, saves, streaming quality.

Mouse: P.I. For Hire Launches on PC and Consoles to Strong Early Reviews

Early reviews point to a stylish shooter with strong performances, solid scores, plus a few design rough edges.

Konami Announces eBaseball: Pro Spirit 2026 for PS5 and PC in July

The next‑gen entry adds English commentary to reach players beyond its Japanese fan base.

Paramount Sets 'Call of Duty' Movie for June 30, 2028

The date signals a franchise play as Paramount adapts the best‑selling shooter into a live‑action feature.

Hornets vs. Magic Play-In Set to Decide East No. 8 Seed

Betting odds tilt toward Charlotte.

Reviews Pin Down How Capcom’s Path Tracing and DLSS Land on PC and Switch 2

The takeaway is stark platform trade-offs between RTX PCs and the Switch 2.

Wasteland Remastered Is Free on the Xbox Store

The free offer lacks an announced end date.

Report: PlayStation’s Fairgame$ Is Still in Development With an Extraction Mode

The unconfirmed shift signals a bid to break into a packed extraction-shooter market.

Metro 2039 Revealed With Winter 2026 Release Window

4A Games says the war in Ukraine reshaped its story.

Windrose Sells 500,000 in 48 Hours as Steam Concurrency Nears 100,000

Developer seeks ISP help to fix co‑op routing problems.

Xbox Details Cross-Studio Support as Teams Help Shape Next‑Gen Project Helix

Early involvement from first‑party developers signals a tighter link between studio needs and next‑gen hardware.

Wizards Launches Official D&D Actual-Play Series, ‘Dungeon Masters’

The weekly YouTube show uses unreleased rules that unlock on D&D Beyond after each episode.

Yooka-Replaylee on Switch 2 Gets 60fps Performance Mode in New Update

The patch answers criticism of the 30fps launch by adding a 60fps option.

Ubisoft Halifax Union Reaches Confidential Settlement After January Layoffs

The deal underscores worker organizing power during Ubisoft’s ongoing restructuring.

Battlefield 6 Lays Out 2026 Roadmap With Bigger Maps, Naval Warfare, and Ranked Play

The plan answers player calls for larger battlegrounds alongside long‑requested community tools.

Two Verified My Knife Farm Codes Grant 2 Million Gems and 30 Minutes of Double Luck

Manual checks confirm limited-time rewards that can jump-start knife farming.

Hello Kitty Island Adventure’s City Town DLC Hits PC and Consoles

The launch ends Apple-only access for the expansion.

Report: Ubisoft’s Lost Crown Core Team Reunites to Pitch New Game

The unconfirmed reunion hints at room for smaller, creator-led pitches inside a publisher that has favored big franchise bets.

Steam Code Hints at Built-In 30-Day Price History

The test would show recent lows to help buyers judge if a deal is real.

Sony Confirms April PS Plus Extra and Premium Lineup for April 21 Release

The mix signals Sony’s push to pair a marquee PS5 remaster with a broad catalog to keep subscribers engaged.