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How ‘PUBG Mobile’ Built a Cross-Generational Global Empire
Eight years in, the competitive game turned creator platform continues to innovate in its live-service model
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James Bond’s Brightest Future Could Be in Video Games
The long-running franchise's newest release, '007 First Light,' combines cinematic action and literary depth for an unparalleled spy fantasy
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Inside Matthew Perry’s final days: Ketamine, secret deals and a fatal last injection
The prosecution of five people in the drug death of actor Matthew Perry ended Wednesday with the sentencing of the personal assistant of the “Friends” star
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Dyson’s Supersonic Nural Is Stocked Up for Summer and On Sale for $100 Off
Dyson says this is their 'most intelligent' hair dryer yet and for good reason.
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Disclosure Day final trailer features Spielberg himself
Director describes how his views on existence of aliens have changed, interspersed with footage from film.
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Steve Coogan on Legends: ‘Working with young people makes me feel relevant’
The actor is joined by his Netflix co-stars on the set of 'Legends' to talk working as an ensemble and the true story of espionage that inspired the series
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BTS Back in Vegas With Samsung Partnership, Fan Activations & Citywide Takeover
The Samsung Galaxy x BTS World Tour Arirang experience runs on select concert days, and is built around the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra smartphone.
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Centroamérica Cuenta Literary Festival 2026 Bids Farewell
"We’ve listened to voices, shared stories, and debated our present lives, recognizing that culture continues being a powerful bridge to unite our peoples.” The post Centroamérica Cuenta Literary Festival 2026…
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Review: The Boroughs is a smart, pitch-perfect creature feature
Top-notch ensemble cast, smart writing, and an engrossing supernatural mystery make for a winning combo.
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A Swimmer Broke a World Record at the Enhanced Games
Dozens of juiced athletes competed at the Enhanced Games in Las Vegas. Most won’t admit what drugs they used.
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American Music Awards 2026 Livestream: Here’s Where to Watch the Ceremony Online for Free
With special appearances by BTS and performances by KATSEYE, Karol G, Billy Idol and others, AMAs is set to air live on Monday (May 25).
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These Privacy-Conscious Gay Dating Apps Want to Dethrone Grindr
As public backlash against Big Dating mounts, a batch of new gay hookup apps offer community-powered alternatives.
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Vampire Weekend’s Rostam: ‘America’s critics should look at their own government’
The musician and producer's latest solo album explores his Persian musical heritage – and warns against division and disillusionment in the USA
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‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Finally Gets Physical Release on Blu-ray and DVD: Order It Here
This marks the first time the hit animated film has been available for viewing outside of streaming, save for a brief theatrical run.
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Opinion | Leavening Legacy: Egypt’s Grain Intelligence in the Age of Wellness Capitalism
More than 4,000 years before sourdough starters became a global trend during lockdown, Aish Shamsi — ‘sun bread’ — had already been masterfully refined in Upper Egypt. There, it continues…
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Beartooth’s Caleb Shomo Comes Out as Gay, Wife Responds After 14-Year Marriage
"I spent a decade burying feelings with alcohol," the frontman wrote.
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Cri-Cri: The legendary Mexican children’s songwriter who turned down Disney
Cri-Cri, the moniker of famed Mexican children's songwriter Francisco Gabilondo Soler, was so popular that even Walt Disney wanted to hire him. The post Cri-Cri: The legendary Mexican children’s songwriter…
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Taylor Swift snubbed by commentators as she attends NBA game with Travis Kelce
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Stephen Colbert Makes Surprise Michigan Public Access Appearance After ‘Late Show’ Farewell
The episode closed with Colbert, Jack White and Jeff Daniels destroying the set and burning it in a flaming dumpster.
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In first for Japanese, Tao Okamoto shares Best Actress award at Cannes
Okamoto shared the honor with Belgium's Virginie Efira for their roles in the drama "All of a Sudden" by Japanese director Ryusuke Hamaguchi.
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The Official ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Slime Kit Comes With a Chance for a ‘Golden Slime’ Blind Box Reveal
Each kit features colors, scents and mix-ins inspired by Rumi, Mira, Zoey and Derpy, along with a 1/1000 chance to reveal a 'golden slime' pack.
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Exhibition sheds fresh light on WA’s pre-colonial history
Oral histories from Menang Noongar elders are combined with AI renderings of life before colonisation in an exhibition at the WA State Library.
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Here’s Where to Watch the Indianapolis 500 Race Live Online
The 110th annual Indy 500 starts on Sunday (May 24) — watch online for free.
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15 events to mark Memorial Day weekend
Celebrate the holiday weekend with traditional salutes, speeches, parades and more.
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El Califa de León, Mexico’s top-rated taco stand, loses its Michelin star
Even as Michelin took El Califa's star away, it presented one to another taquería, a high-end restaurant in Mexico City's upscale Lomas de Chapultepec that charges up to 330 pesos…
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The Boys is dead. Long live Vought Rising.
"There's a brighter future. All we need to do is take it."
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Review: The Mandalorian and Grogu is … fine
The plot is predictable, the fight scenes are meh, but you can't beat the charm of that little green Grogu.
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The Guardian view on gallery and museum gardens: a blooming triumph | Editorial
The award-winning Tate design at the Chelsea flower show reveals how urban spaces can be transformed by bringing art and nature togetherNever mind a gnome, no other garden at this…
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Andrea Bocelli announces surprise concert in Cairo on May 26
World-renowned opera singer Andrea Bocelli has announced a new concert in Cairo on Tuesday, May 26, as part of his “Romanza” world tour, celebrating its 30th anniversary. Bocelli shared the…
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Kazakhstan, Smithsonian Institution to Deepen Museum and Cultural Cooperation
The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – Kazakhstan and the Smithsonian Institution will strengthen cooperation in museum studies, cultural heritage preservation, and…
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Big science and uncanny prescience: Laurie Anderson’s greatest songs – ranked!
Forty years since her pioneering concert film Home of the Brave, and ahead of a European tour, we count down the best of a surprisingly poppy avant garde catalogueFrom a…
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Polish Nobel literature laureate Tokarczuk sparks controversy after admitting using AI
Following the backlash, Tokarczuk released a statement clarifying that she does not use AI for writing.
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From drab partitions to haute couture host: how a Sydney civic masterpiece was rescued
Redevelopment of the former Department of Lands building on Sydney’s Bridge Street wins National Trust heritage awardIt was once a grand old sandstone masterpiece, where returned soldiers would cram into…
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Putin expresses condolences over passing of composer Eugen Doga
"Eugen Doga’s unique art and his educational and charitable activities are a bright page in our multiethnic history," the Russian president emphasized