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gadgetsDEVELOPING

Apple Watch Ultra 4 Gets First Discount: Three Models Now $779.99 on Amazon

Amazon applied its first cash discount to Apple Watch Ultra 4 on its launch day, cutting three configurations to $779.99 from $799.00. Amazon also posted small discounts on select Apple Watch Series 12 models, marking the lowest tracked launch-week prices.

  • Amazon applied the first cash discount to Apple Watch Ultra 4 during launch week.
  • Three Ultra 4 configurations (Natural with Translucent Gray Ocean Band; Natural with Sand Trail Loop (M/L); Natural with Desert Alpine Loop (Large)) are listed at $779.99, down from $799.00.
1 sources87% confidence
MacRumors
WorldCORROBORATED

Russia holds State Duma vote in annexed Ukrainian regions: Moscow cites 3.5 million voters

Russia's parliamentary vote includes residents of Donetsk, Luhansk, Kherson and Zaporizhzhia—territories Russia annexed in September 2022. Kyiv called the balloting illegal; human rights groups and analysts report coercion and pressure on local residents.

  • Russia included residents of Donetsk, Luhansk, Kherson and Zaporizhzhia in the State Duma vote; Moscow says there are over 3.5 million voters there.
  • Kyiv called the voting illegal and urged foreign governments not to recognise the election.
2 sources90% confidence
NPR World
PoliticsDEVELOPING

Trump bars CNN, MSNBC and Politico from White House access citing 'fiction and lies'

U.S. President Donald Trump said he has barred CNN, MSNBC and Politico from White House access. He described their reporting as 'fiction and lies' and warned other news organizations could face similar restrictions.

  • Donald Trump said he has barred CNN, MSNBC and Politico from White House access.
  • He described their reporting as "fiction and lies."
2 sources91% confidence
Le Monde Economy
Terrorism and securityDEVELOPING

Car bombing and gun attack at Kohat police mosque leaves at least 21 dead

A vehicle packed with explosives struck a mosque inside the Kohat police compound during Friday prayers. Officials report at least 21 dead and more than 100 injured; Khyber Pakhtunkhwa police pointed to a faction of Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan.

  • A vehicle-bomb hit the mosque at the Kohat police compound at about 13:15 local during Friday prayers.
  • Officials report at least 21 killed and more than 100 injured; 15 police officers and a four-year-old child are among the dead.
1 sources93% confidence
BBC World
GamingDEVELOPING

Take‑Two CEO Strauss Zelnick: GTA 6 launches on consoles first; PC is 'becoming more and more important'

At Take‑Two’s annual shareholders meeting Strauss Zelnick said Grand Theft Auto 6 will debut on consoles while the company aims to release for platforms with a "meaningful audience" over time. He described the PC platform as "becoming more and more important" to Take‑Two.

  • Strauss Zelnick said GTA 6 will debut on consoles, with a PC release coming over time.
  • Zelnick: PC platform is “becoming more and more important.”
1 sources82% confidence
PC Gamer
DevicesCORROBORATED

Apple details iPhone Duo display and hinge: matte screen, durable torque; pre-orders Oct 16 (PT)

Apple outlined hardware choices for the foldable iPhone Duo: a matte nano-texture display intended to reduce glare and minimize crease visibility, and a redesigned hinge with tuned torque for partial-fold modes. Pre-orders begin Oct 16 (PT); retail launch Oct 23 (PT); starting price $1,999.

  • iPhone Duo uses a matte nano-texture display intended to reduce glare and minimize crease visibility.
  • Apple tuned the hinge's torque profile to feel solid and to support partially folded seated and standing modes.
2 sources87% confidence
MacRumors
aviation technologyCORROBORATED

Nats software bug: millisecond data corruption caused six-hour outage and mass flight cancellations

Nats says a previously unknown software defect corrupted flight data in a millisecond, triggering a six-hour outage and mass cancellations. The error first occurred at 10:00 and recurred leading to a major incident declared at 12:32pm, with full operations resuming at 7:30pm BST (18:30 UTC).

  • Nats says a software defect corrupted flight data in a millisecond, triggering nationwide disruption.
  • Error first occurred at 10:00, major incident declared at 12:32pm BST (11:32 UTC), full operations resumed at 7:30pm BST (18:30 UTC).
2 sources91% confidence
The Guardian Business
TechnologyDEVELOPING

Fan site lets users 'design the next iPhone' — drag‑and‑drop parts, get mock price and presentation

Developer Neal Agarwal launched an interactive site called "Design the Next iPhone" that lets users place smartphone parts on a rotatable 3D iPhone. The tool produces a mock product presentation, a fictional price and a pop‑up praising the design attributed to former Apple CEO Tim Cook.

  • Neal Agarwal's site "Design the Next iPhone" lets users build a 3D iPhone by drag‑and‑drop of parts.
  • Parts include standard components plus extras such as a headphone jack and an HDMI port.
1 sources87% confidence
MacRumors
PoliticsDEVELOPING

Sweden's PM Ulf Kristersson resigns after right‑wing bloc loses general election

Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson resigned after preliminary results showed his right‑wing bloc with 173 seats against the centre‑left opposition's 176 seats in the 349-seat Riksdag. The Swedish Election Authority’s counts will be formally certified in the coming days.

  • Ulf Kristersson resigned after his right‑wing bloc lost the general election.
  • The centre‑left bloc is set to win 176 seats and the right‑wing bloc 173 seats in the 349‑seat Riksdag.
1 sources93% confidence
BBC World
Software & updatesDEVELOPING

Apple repurposes Digital Crown double-click in watchOS 27, removing app-switch shortcut

watchOS 27 assigns the Digital Crown double-click to a new Live Rewind feature available only on Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4. Owners of older models updating to watchOS 27 will lose the previous app-switching double-click behavior.

  • watchOS 27 shipped on September 14; Series 12 and Ultra 4 arrive September 18.
  • Live Rewind transcribes the last 15 seconds of spoken audio and uses the Digital Crown double-click on compatible watches.
1 sources87% confidence
MacRumors
MoviesDEVELOPING

Shane O’Sullivan’s Watergate documentary opens in UK cinemas: UK release 18 Sept

Filmmaker Shane O’Sullivan constructed a collage of archival footage and film excerpts to examine the Watergate scandal. The documentary opens in UK cinemas on 18 September, with digital release in the UK, Ireland and the US on 29 September.

  • Shane O’Sullivan’s documentary on Watergate is built from archival footage and film excerpts.
  • UK theatrical release is scheduled for 18 September; digital release in the UK, Ireland and the US on 29 September.
1 sources91% confidence
The Guardian Film
Mobile softwareDEVELOPING

Apple releases iOS 27.2 beta 1: redesigned Health app, Siri AI gains new languages, Apple TV profiles

Apple released the first iOS 27.2 beta. The update includes a redesigned Health app, Siri AI in five additional languages, and Apple TV app profiles on iPhone and iPad; certain features are limited to specific locales or language settings.

  • Apple released iOS 27.2 beta 1 instead of an iOS 27.1 beta.
  • Redesigned Health app in three tabs (Insights, Longevity, Browse) with Health Age and camera‑based assessments; available only in U.S. English in this beta.
1 sources87% confidence
MacRumors
WorldDEVELOPING

War-damaged Gaza building collapses, killing at least 21 people including eight children

A six-storey, war-damaged building in Gaza City's Tal al-Hawa collapsed overnight, killing at least 21 people including eight children and injuring 45, rescue services and medics say. UNDP Gaza warned roughly 400 other war-damaged buildings face imminent collapse; UN and Egyptian teams joined rescue efforts.

  • The collapsed building in Tal al-Hawa killed at least 21 people, including eight children.
  • 45 injured were taken to hospitals; Civil Defence initially worked by hand due to lack of equipment.
1 sources93% confidence
BBC World
Data infrastructureDEVELOPING

Five Etrechet elected officials resign over Google plan for large data centre

Five elected officials in the village of Etrechet resigned in protest against Google's plan to build a large data centre. The officials said they felt "powerless" in the face of the American company's plans.

  • Five elected officials in Etrechet resigned over Google's plan for a large data centre.
  • The officials said they felt "powerless" against the American company’s plans.
1 sources91% confidence
Le Monde Economy
devices & accessoriesDEVELOPING

Apple releases new Apple Watch Magnetic Fast Charger A3277: delivers up to 10W, priced at $29

Apple listed a new 1‑metre Apple Watch Magnetic Fast Charger (model A3277) for $29 in its online store. The puck can deliver up to 10W and is required—alongside a USB‑C Power Delivery charger rated ≥10W—to enable faster 15‑minute boosts on Series 12 and Ultra 4.

  • Apple listed a new 1‑metre Apple Watch Magnetic Fast Charger (model A3277) for $29.
  • The A3277 puck can deliver up to 10W; the previous charger was limited to 5W.
1 sources87% confidence
MacRumors
EconomyDEVELOPING

Andy Burnham warns of 'difficult decisions' for 28 October budget as UK inflation rises to 3.1%

UK inflation rose from 2.9% in July to 3.1% in August, driven mainly by higher fuel costs. Prime Minister Andy Burnham said the 28 October budget will involve “difficult decisions” as the government considers the fiscal impact of the Middle East conflict.

  • UK inflation rose from 2.9% in July to 3.1% in August, mainly driven by higher fuel costs.
  • Prime Minister Andy Burnham said the 28 October budget will involve “difficult decisions” because of the fiscal impact of the Middle East conflict.
1 sources91% confidence
The Guardian Business
EconomyDEVELOPING

Russian economist Andrei Yakovlev on fuel shortages and price spikes ahead of Sept 18–20 elections

Exiled economist Andrei Yakovlev said that ahead of the Sept 18–20 elections fuel in many Russian regions is either unavailable or sold at two to three times the price seen in major cities. Yakovlev is now a researcher in Berlin and was formerly a professor at Moscow's Higher School of Economics.

  • Yakovlev: in many areas gasoline is either unavailable or two to three times more expensive than in major cities.
  • Remarks were made days before the elections scheduled for Sept 18–20.
1 sources91% confidence
Le Monde Economy
devices & accessoriesDEVELOPING

Apple has released over 1,000 official Apple Watch bands, Bandbreite count shows

Developer Filip Chudzinski, creator of the Bandbreite app, reports Apple has released more than 1,000 official Apple Watch bands since the device's launch in April 2015. The newest bands accompanied the Apple Watch Series 12 and Apple Watch Ultra 4 announcements, and Hermès posted its latest collection online.

  • Bandbreite developer Filip Chudzinski reports Apple has released over 1,000 official Apple Watch bands.
  • The Apple Watch first shipped in April 2015, the start point for the band tally.
1 sources87% confidence
MacRumors
MMODEVELOPING

World of Warcraft: Forever devs say a direct sequel like Guild Wars 2 is unlikely

World of Warcraft: Forever is presented as a remake of classic-era WoW that leverages updated rendering, graphics and server efficiency. Principal designer Kris Zierhut said Blizzard’s existing engine and server infrastructure make a full reboot — a WoW 2-style sequel — unlikely.

  • World of Warcraft: Forever is presented as a remake of classic-era WoW with reworked class trees and new raids.
  • Principal designer Kris Zierhut said Blizzard has improved graphics, rendering and server infrastructure over 25 years.
1 sources82% confidence
PC Gamer
WorldDEVELOPING

Bali police probe deaths of Australian man and two children: suspected murder of children, father’s death by hanging

In Kuta, Bali, authorities found the bodies of a 57-year-old Australian man and two children, aged 7 and 4; Denpasar police say the children likely died from violence while the man is suspected to have died by hanging. Investigators have interviewed witnesses, reviewed CCTV and are liaising with the Australian consulate.

  • A 57-year-old Australian and two children, aged 7 and 4, were found dead in a Kuta bungalow.
  • Denpasar police say the children are suspected to have died from acts of violence and the father is suspected to have died by hanging.
1 sources91% confidence
The Guardian World
artificial intelligenceDEVELOPING

Perplexity trusts GPT-6 Astra with systems: writes comms, changes software and monitors production

Perplexity deploys GPT‑6 Astra to write communications, modify software and monitor production systems. Cofounder Johnny Ho says the model helps apply AI’s information capabilities to real systems and requires less frequent checking than earlier models.

  • Perplexity deploys GPT‑6 Astra to write communications, change software and monitor production systems.
  • Johnny Ho says better code-writing by the model improves Perplexity’s search capabilities.
1 sources98% confidence
OpenAI
artificial intelligenceDEVELOPING

Level-5 CEO confirms use of generative AI in recent studio showcase

Level-5 president and CEO Akihiro Hino confirmed that generative AI was used in the studio's recent showcase. The confirmation comes directly from Hino and refers specifically to the studio's demonstration.

  • Level-5 CEO Akihiro Hino confirmed generative AI was used in the studio's recent showcase.
  • The confirmation refers specifically to the demonstration; the source does not specify tools or the scale of use.
1 sources86% confidence
Eurogamer
Simulation gamesDEVELOPING

Inzoi director announces Canvastown multiplayer mode — shared online space for about 50 players

Inzoi director Hyungjin "Kjun" Kim announced a new multiplayer roleplaying mode called Canvastown where players control a single character and enter an 'AR Company' shared space to interact with roughly 50 people; Kim says Canvastown is a side project and the build still has many shortcomings.

  • Hyungjin "Kjun" Kim announced Canvastown, a mode where players roleplay a single character in Inzoi.
  • Canvastown uses an 'AR Company' shared space where Kim says around 50 people can interact in one channel.
1 sources82% confidence
PC Gamer
GamingDEVELOPING

Ashly Burch says she has 270+ hours in Slay the Spire 2 and prefers distinct, non‑stoic characters

Actor and writer Ashly Burch says she logged 270 hours in early-access Slay the Spire 2. In a Steam Deck feature interview she named detective favourites, discussed cosy games and criticized the prevalence of stoic protagonists in games.

  • Ashly Burch reports 270 hours in Slay the Spire 2 on Steam.
  • She cites Return of the Obra Dinn and Chants of Sennaar as detective favourites.
1 sources82% confidence
PC Gamer
Crime dramaDEVELOPING

Your Mother Your Mother Your Mother: Mahershala Ali as a Quiet Threat and Tender Father in Crime Drama

Your Mother Your Mother Your Mother follows Latif (Mahershala Ali), a former Marine turned killer who becomes sole parent after his wife dies. The crime drama mixes violent underworld conflicts with a family story; John Cho and Giancarlo Esposito are among the supporting cast.

  • Mahershala Ali plays Latif, a killer who becomes sole parent after his wife’s death.
  • The infant Aziza cannot digest formula, prompting Latif’s urgent search for breast milk.
1 sources88% confidence
The Hollywood Reporter Movies
WorldDEVELOPING

George Chuvalo dies at 89 — five-time Canadian heavyweight champion died on his birthday

Canadian heavyweight George Chuvalo has died at 89; across 93 professional fights he was never knocked down. Sully's Boxing Gym said he died on his birthday; Ontario Premier Doug Ford called him a Canadian icon.

  • George Chuvalo died at 89, Sully's Boxing Gym said he died on his birthday.
  • He had 93 professional fights with 73 wins, 18 losses and 2 draws, and was never knocked down.
1 sources93% confidence
BBC World
action RPGDEVELOPING

Diablo 5 at BlizzCon: procedural dungeons, more classes and Diablo 2-style loot

Blizzard revealed gameplay details for Diablo 5 at BlizzCon 2026: the sequel will use procedural dungeons, replace towns with an NPC caravan, and adopt inventory and item-requirement systems reminiscent of Diablo 2. The game targets a spring 2029 release window and remains work-in-progress.

  • Diablo 5 will feature procedurally-generated dungeons and revisitable open regions that change over time.
  • Traditional towns are replaced by an NPC caravan that issues all sidequests.
1 sources82% confidence
PC Gamer
GamingDEVELOPING

Blizzard pauses Diablo 4 expansions as team focuses on seasons and Diablo 5

Blizzard says no further expansions are currently planned for Diablo 4 as the team focuses on seasonal content and preparing for Diablo 5. Diablo 5 is set 100 years after Diablo 4; precise plans for how seasons will bridge the story are not fixed.

  • Blizzard says no further Diablo 4 expansions are planned now; focus is on seasons and Diablo 5.
  • Diablo 5 is set 100 years after Diablo 4, announced at BlizzCon.
1 sources82% confidence
PC Gamer
documentary filmsDEVELOPING

Slavoj Žižek on Sophie Fiennes’ The Pervert’s Guide to Utopias: Venice world premiere on Sept. 7

Slavoj Žižek spoke by Zoom about his role in Sophie Fiennes’ documentary The Pervert’s Guide to Utopias, which examines capitalism, cancel culture and cinema. The film will have its world premiere at the Venice Film Festival on Sept. 7; Shani Hinto is handling world sales.

  • The Pervert’s Guide to Utopias will premiere at the Venice Film Festival on Sept. 7.
  • Sophie Fiennes stages Žižek inside recreated film and TV scenes to illustrate his arguments about capitalism and utopia.
1 sources88% confidence
The Hollywood Reporter Movies
Film FestivalsDEVELOPING

Indigenous Filmmakers at TIFF: Eight Films Backed by ISO and Federal Funding

Eight First Nations films financed with help from the Indigenous Film Office (ISO) and federal and industry backers are premiering at the Toronto International Film Festival. ISO and government representatives cite larger budgets and increased U.S.–Canada collaboration as factors in growing Indigenous visibility at TIFF.

  • Eight First Nations films at TIFF received financing from ISO and federal/industry backers.
  • Named films include Cody Lightning’s Smudge The Blades, Marie Clements’ How We Stand, Turtle Island RAP and In the Heart of the South.
1 sources88% confidence
The Hollywood Reporter Movies
ReleasesDEVELOPING

Dragon Quest Heroes: Torneko‘s Mystery Dungeon — 1993 original arrives internationally in HD on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2

Nintendo of America announced the international release of Dragon Quest Heroes: Torneko‘s Mystery Dungeon - Classic HD for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. The title is based on the 1993 original and includes upgraded HD graphics, a new opening movie and adjustable difficulty settings.

  • Dragon Quest Heroes: Torneko‘s Mystery Dungeon - Classic HD will be released internationally on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2.
  • The title is based on the 1993 original and is set after DRAGON QUEST IV.
1 sources92% confidence
Nintendo of America
AnnouncementsCORROBORATED

Just Dance: Decades of Hits announced with hits from 1970s–2020s and new Adventure Mode — launches Oct 13, 2026

Xbox released the official reveal trailer for Just Dance: Decades of Hits. The publisher says the game features songs from the 1970s, 1980s, 1990s, 2000s, 2010s and 2020s and an all-new Adventure Mode, with a launch date of October 13, 2026.

  • Xbox released the official reveal trailer for Just Dance: Decades of Hits.
  • The game will include songs from the 1970s, 1980s, 1990s, 2000s, 2010s and 2020s.
2 sources92% confidence
Xbox
WorldDEVELOPING

Train derailment near Rouen probed after rail piece found; malicious act under investigation

French investigators are probing a passenger train derailment near Rouen on Friday evening after authorities say a piece of rail was present on the track; the reason for its presence is unknown. 186 people were on board and 44 were treated, including an 18-year-old woman airlifted in critical condition.

  • Investigators say a piece of rail on the track is the leading theory for the derailment.
  • 186 passengers were aboard; 44 were treated and an 18-year-old woman was airlifted in critical condition.
1 sources93% confidence
BBC World
Movies — NewsCORROBORATED

Jeremy Thomas, Producer of Oscar-Winning 'The Last Emperor,' Dies at 77

Jeremy Thomas, the British producer of The Last Emperor, died peacefully on Sept. 11, 2026, at 77, at his Oxfordshire country home. He founded Recorded Picture Company, produced over 80 features and won a European Film Award in 2006.

  • Jeremy Thomas died peacefully on Sept. 11, 2026, at his Oxfordshire home at 77.
  • He produced more than 80 films and founded Recorded Picture Company; he also co-founded HanWay Films.
2 sources88% confidence
The Hollywood Reporter Movies
MoviesDEVELOPING

Toronto: 'Purgatory' Debut by Lindsay Lanzillotta Explores Divorce and Girl Power at TIFF

At Toronto, Lindsay Lanzillotta's debut feature 'Purgatory' is being shopped at TIFF: The Market. The 1980s‑set dramedy stars J.K. Simmons, Abby Elliott, John Reynolds and newcomer Ruby McGurrin as a 13‑year‑old confronting her parents' breakup.

  • TIFF: The Market in Toronto is handling sales for Lindsay Lanzillotta’s debut 'Purgatory'.
  • The 1980s‑set story centers on 13‑year‑old Beatrice played by Ruby McGurrin.
1 sources88% confidence
The Hollywood Reporter Movies
Trade relationsDEVELOPING

Border towns Fort Frances and International Falls feel trade-war strain: businesses report falling Canadian customers

Tariffs and political remarks by Donald Trump have reduced cross-border traffic between Fort Frances, Ontario, and International Falls, Minnesota. Local shop and café owners report fewer Canadian customers and lost revenue, while mayors and a Minnesota state senator describe notable public anger and economic effects.

  • Tariffs and Trump’s remarks have reduced crossings between Fort Frances, Ontario, and International Falls, Minnesota.
  • Businesses report revenue losses; Senator Grant Hauschild heard of declines up to 30% from Canadian customers.
1 sources91% confidence
The Guardian Business
WorldDEVELOPING

Lil Durk acquitted in federal murder‑for‑hire trial over 2022 LA shooting

Durk Devontay Banks, known as Lil Durk, was found not guilty on all counts in a federal murder‑for‑hire case on Friday related to a fatal August 2022 shooting in Los Angeles. He remains in custody pending a separate trial set for October 5 (organiser timezone: unspecified).

  • Lil Durk (Durk Devontay Banks) was acquitted on all five federal counts in the murder‑for‑hire case.
  • The case stems from an August 2022 petrol‑station shooting in Los Angeles where Saviay'a Robinson was killed; Tyquian Bowman was unharmed.
1 sources93% confidence
BBC World
WorldDEVELOPING

UN warns Ukraine faces 'toughest winter' since 2022 invasion — risk of humanitarian catastrophe

Alexander De Croo, head of the UN Development Programme, said Ukraine faces its "toughest winter" since Russia's 2022 invasion. He warned that systematic attacks on energy infrastructure risk cutting power and water and could precipitate a humanitarian catastrophe.

  • Alexander De Croo warned Ukraine faces its "toughest winter" since 2022.
  • He said Russia is carrying out "very systematic" strikes on energy and civilian infrastructure.
1 sources93% confidence
BBC World
WorldCORROBORATED

Fire on M/V June Aster off Palawan: 35 dead as dozens remain unaccounted for

A fire aboard the M/V June Aster on Wednesday evening left 35 people dead, authorities said. The ferry’s manifest listed 134 people; 54 are unaccounted for, 43 were rescued, and the vessel’s owner says it is cooperating with the probe.

  • A Wednesday evening fire on M/V June Aster left 35 confirmed dead.
  • 30 bodies were brought to Coron; additional remains remain aboard the ship.
3 sources91% confidence
The Guardian World
energy and tradeDEVELOPING

Houthis seize Perim island in Bab al-Mandab — risk to Saudi oil export routes

Houthi fighters captured Perim island in the Bab al-Mandab strait after pro-government forces withdrew from the position. Saudi Arabia said it shut the East-West (Petroline) pipeline after a drone attack the previous day.

  • Houthi forces captured Perim island in the Bab al-Mandab strait, splitting the waterway near its narrowest point.
  • Saudi Arabia shut the East-West (Petroline) pipeline, 1,201 km long, after a drone attack it blamed on Iraq.
1 sources91% confidence
The Guardian Business
MoviesDEVELOPING

Paramount Challenges States’ Antitrust Suit Over Warner Bros. Discovery Deal: Says States Lack Authority

Paramount filed a legal response on Friday to a 12‑state antitrust suit challenging the Warner Bros. Discovery merger. The company outlined defenses it may use at a trial next March, including a claim that authority to regulate the merger rests with the U.S. Department of Justice (UTC‑based source).

  • Paramount filed a response on Friday to an antitrust suit by a coalition of 12 states over the Warner Bros. Discovery merger.
  • The studio asserts it may argue authority to regulate the merger lies with the U.S. Department of Justice (organizer’s timezone).
1 sources89% confidence
Variety Film
MoviesDEVELOPING

Caleb Hearon’s Trash Mountain Debuts at TIFF: A dramedy about grief and keepsakes

The world premiere of Trash Mountain took place at the Toronto International Film Festival. Caleb Hearon, who co-wrote the film with Ruby Caster and stars as Gavin, appears opposite Zooey Deschanel in Kris Rey’s dramedy about siblings sorting their hoarder father’s belongings.

  • Trash Mountain had its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival.
  • Caleb Hearon co-wrote the film and stars as Gavin, who returns to rural Missouri after his father’s death.
1 sources88% confidence
The Hollywood Reporter Movies
Announcements & releasesDEVELOPING

Romancing SaGa 3 remake coming to Xbox Series X|S — release set for February 16, 2027

Xbox announced a full remake of Romancing SaGa 3 featuring fully realized 3D graphics, refined gameplay systems, new musical arrangements and voice acting. The game is available for pre-order and will release on Xbox Series X|S on February 16, 2027 (UTC+0).

  • Xbox announced a full remake titled Romancing SaGa 3: Destinies United.
  • The remake features fully realized 3D graphics, refined gameplay systems, new musical arrangements and voice acting.
1 sources92% confidence
Xbox
MoviesDEVELOPING

Sebastian Stan at TIFF on 'Fjord' Being Called a 'MAGA Movie' and Making 'The Batman 2'

At TIFF in Toronto, Sebastian Stan discussed Fjord, his first Romanian-language role directed by Cristian Mungiu, a film some social media users have labeled a "MAGA movie." Stan says the story—inspired by a real family—follows a father whose children are taken by the state and that he hopes audiences will watch it together.

  • At TIFF, Sebastian Stan discussed Fjord, his first Romanian-language role.
  • Fjord is directed by Cristian Mungiu, his first English-language feature.
1 sources89% confidence
Variety Film
EnergyCORROBORATED

Appeals court voids DOE order keeping Michigan coal plant open: agency lacked statutory emergency

A three-judge D.C. Circuit panel vacated the Department of Energy’s emergency declarations that kept J.H. Campbell Generating Plant operating, finding the agency did not show a statutory emergency. The case involved five 90‑day orders; the ruling could affect other DOE orders keeping coal plants open.

  • D.C. Circuit vacated DOE emergency orders keeping J.H. Campbell online; each order was 90 days.
  • Court found DOE did not show a statutory emergency under section 202(c) of the Federal Power Act.
2 sources88% confidence
Ars Technica
GamingDEVELOPING

Faith at Toronto film festival: Erin Doherty and James McAvoy in a taut mystery drama

Faith screened at the Toronto film festival. The British mystery drama, directed by Paul Andrew Williams, stars Erin Doherty and James McAvoy and follows a single mother in a downbeat town who is courted by an enigmatic stranger.

  • Faith screened at the Toronto film festival.
  • Erin Doherty plays Mina, a single mother to nine-year-old Jamie who works on a candy factory production line.
1 sources91% confidence
The Guardian Film
GamingCORROBORATED

Nightdive confirms Thief: The Dark Project Remastered — new campaign 'The Tarnished Mirror' revealed Nov. 2

Nightdive Studios confirmed a new campaign titled 'The Tarnished Mirror' for Thief: The Dark Project Remastered. The studio posted a short teaser and said it will reveal more on Nov. 2 (organizer timezone), after Steam-achievements data leak exposed the expansion.

  • Nightdive confirmed a new campaign for Thief Remastered titled 'The Tarnished Mirror'.
  • The studio said it will reveal more on Nov. 2 (organizer timezone).
2 sources86% confidence
PC Gamer
GamingDEVELOPING

Miami Beach approves GTA 6 promotion: 4–3 vote authorises talks with Rockstar on reported $3 million

The City of Miami Beach approved a promotional campaign tied to Grand Theft Auto 6 after a 4–3 council vote, authorising the city manager to negotiate with Rockstar. The report cites a $3 million offer and includes council debate over the game's image and campaign placement.

  • Miami Beach authorised negotiations for a GTA 6 promotion after a 4–3 council vote.
  • Reports cite a $3 million Rockstar spend connected to the campaign.
1 sources82% confidence
PC Gamer
indie game reviewsDEVELOPING

Shroom and Gloom — indie deckbuilder with two decks: praised combat and hand-drawn visuals in early access

A reviewer played Shroom and Gloom and highlighted its combat, hand-drawn artwork and a two-deck system. The game pairs an exploration deck constrained by stamina with a separate combat deck; it is discussed in the context of early access.

  • Shroom and Gloom is a roguelike deckbuilder built around two separate decks: exploration and combat.
  • The exploration deck includes tools (shovels, lighters, door tools) and actions are limited by stamina.
1 sources82% confidence
PC Gamer
co-op gamesDEVELOPING

Dumb Ways to Build launches on Xbox Series X|S with cross-platform support

Xbox announced the launch of Dumb Ways to Build, a 1–4 player physics-based co-op construction game. The release is available on Xbox Series X|S and the official description states the title includes cross-platform support.

  • Dumb Ways to Build is available on Xbox Series X|S.
  • The title is a physics-based co-op game for 1–4 players focusing on dangerous construction jobs.
1 sources92% confidence
Xbox
EconomyDEVELOPING

US inflation steady at 3.4% in August — higher fuel costs strain households

US consumer prices rose 3.4% year-on-year in August, unchanged from July, official BLS data show. Rising gasoline and diesel costs — including an average diesel price topping $6 per gallon on Friday — are squeezing household budgets and increasing market bets on a Fed rate hike next week.

  • US inflation stood at 3.4% year-on-year in August, unchanged from July.
  • Gasoline rose 3.9% in August, contributing more than a third of monthly inflation.
1 sources93% confidence
BBC Business
release newsDEVELOPING

Together: Moon Escape — two-player co-op puzzle adventure on PS5 now available

PlayStation released Together: Moon Escape, a handcrafted two-player co-op puzzle adventure for PlayStation 5. The game supports local split-screen and online play, includes full Spanish and Catalan voice acting, and is enhanced for PS5 Pro.

  • PlayStation released Together: Moon Escape for PlayStation 5; the game has no single-player mode.
  • Supports local split-screen and online two-player co-op.
1 sources92% confidence
PlayStation
monetary policyDEVELOPING

Central banks weigh rate rises as energy costs climb — ECB raised rate to 2.5%

The European Central Bank raised its policy rate to 2.5% this week. Rising oil and gas prices linked to the US–Iran war have pushed inflation concerns back to the fore as the US Federal Reserve and the Bank of England prepare rate decisions next week.

  • ECB raised its policy rate to 2.5% this week.
  • Brent crude about $105 a barrel amid restrictions through the Strait of Hormuz.
1 sources93% confidence
BBC Business
Inflation and monetary policyDEVELOPING

US consumer inflation held at 3.4% in August as energy costs rose after Iran tensions

Annual US inflation was 3.4% in August, unchanged from July. Energy-price increases after the U.S.–Iran ceasefire ended pushed gasoline and diesel higher while core inflation rose to 2.4% year-over-year, according to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics.

  • Annual US inflation was 3.4% in August, unchanged from July.
  • Gasoline rose 27.4% year-over-year and accounted for over one-third of the monthly increase.
1 sources91% confidence
The Guardian Business
MoviesDEVELOPING

Singapore Names Anthony Chen’s ‘We Are All Strangers’ as Its Oscar Entry for International Feature

Anthony Chen’s We Are All Strangers was selected as Singapore’s official submission for Best International Feature Film at the 99th Academy Awards. The pick was made by a Selection Committee from eligible members of the Singapore Film Commission Advisory Committee; the film previously competed in the main Berlin Film Festival lineup.

  • We Are All Strangers was named Singapore’s official submission for Best International Feature Film at the 99th Academy Awards.
  • The Selection Committee that chose the film was drawn from eligible members of the Singapore Film Commission Advisory Committee (SFCAC).
1 sources89% confidence
Variety Film
anime filmsDEVELOPING

Crunchyroll to Release Witch on the Holy Night in North American Theaters — January 29, 2024

Crunchyroll acquired the anime feature Witch on the Holy Night and set a North American theatrical release for January 29, 2024 (ET, UTC−05:00). The film adapts Kinoko Nasu's 2012 visual novel and follows apprentice magician Aoko Aozaki.

  • Crunchyroll acquired Witch on the Holy Night and set a North American theatrical release for January 29, 2024 (ET, UTC−05:00).
  • The film is adapted from Kinoko Nasu's 2012 visual novel and was developed by Type-Moon (the Fate franchise).
1 sources87% confidence
Deadline Film
ShootersDEVELOPING

Wardogs: Tactical three-team FPS announced for Xbox — coming 2028

Xbox announced WARDOGS, a tactical all-out warfare FPS for 100 players split across three teams fighting over a control zone on a destructible battlefield. The game is set in derelict industrial mountains of Eastern Europe and is slated to release in 2028 on Xbox.

  • Xbox announced WARDOGS — a tactical FPS for 100 players split across three teams fighting over a control zone.
  • Set in the derelict industrial mountains of Eastern Europe on a destructible battlefield.
1 sources92% confidence
Xbox
Bond marketsDEVELOPING

Global bond sell-off resumes as oil tops $107 a barrel and yields spike

Investors resumed dumping government bonds after oil rose above $107 a barrel amid concerns over advances by Houthi rebels along the Red Sea. Yields jumped: 10-year UK gilts topped 5.37% and 10-year US Treasuries reached 4.92%.

  • Brent rose above $107 a barrel after reports of Houthi advances along the Red Sea.
  • 10‑year UK gilts topped 5.37%, the highest since 2007.
1 sources91% confidence
The Guardian Business