Aug 10, 2026Twila Rosenbaum A new rumor from a well-connected leaker claims Apple could increase iPhone 17 prices on Monday, August 10. The move would come ahead of the expected September iPhone 18 Pro launch, when price hikes were widely anticipated. While Apple raised prices on many products earlier this summer, the iPhone was initially spared. Here's what's circulating and why an earlier increase might make sense. View more
Aug 10, 2026Twila Rosenbaum Apple is making a strategic shift by skipping the high-end M6 chips to speed up the M7 processor. The M7 family is expected to deliver dramatic AI performance boosts, with the M7 Ultra rumored to support up to 1.5TB of RAM. The first M7 Macs could arrive as early as spring 2027. View more
Aug 09, 2026Twila Rosenbaum Genesis AI, a French robotics startup, has introduced its first foundational model GENE-26.5 and an in-house built human-like robotic hand capable of delicate tasks such as preparing smoothies and playing the piano. The company completed a $105 million seed round last July and plans to develop a full-body general-purpose robot. Its team of 60 is split between the US and Europe, with offices in San Carlos, Paris, and London. View more
Aug 09, 2026Twila Rosenbaum DeepSeek's first external funding round could value the Chinese AI startup at $45 billion, with the state-backed Big Fund in talks to lead. Tencent and Alibaba are also considering participation. The valuation has soared from an initial $10 billion target. The round highlights China's push to build an integrated AI ecosystem. View more
Aug 09, 2026Twila Rosenbaum Chinese AI start-up DeepSeek has begun raising external capital for the first time, aiming to sell no more than 3 percent of its equity. The limited round is intended to establish a valuation benchmark and retain employees by clarifying the value of their stock options. DeepSeek’s parent company, High-Flyer, was one of China’s most profitable hedge funds last year, reducing the urgency for new capital. The company is prioritizing state-backed and industrial investors that can offer strategic resources such as AI infrastructure. View more
Aug 09, 2026Twila Rosenbaum The updated policy clarifies how personal data is collected, used, and stored. It explains the use of cookies and your rights under GDPR. Key details include data retention for 10 years and contact options for privacy requests. View more
Aug 09, 2026Twila Rosenbaum Roadside Attractions and Vertical have acquired 'The Gallerist,' a dark comedy thriller starring Natalie Portman and Jenna Ortega. The film, directed by Cathy Yan, will open in theaters on Dec. 4. It premiered at Sundance and features a cast including Sterling K. Brown and Zach Galifianakis. View more
Aug 09, 2026Twila Rosenbaum Celebrity fitness trainer Kiran Dembla has opened up about the moment Ram Charan changed her career with a simple phone call. While training with him, she mentioned wanting to train Tamannaah Bhatia, and he immediately called the actress. Tamannaah agreed to meet Kiran that same evening, and she has remained her trainer ever since. The story highlights how one recommendation from a trusted star can transform a fitness professional's journey. View more
Aug 09, 2026Twila Rosenbaum Sydney Sweeney has once again captured attention with a new photoshoot for her lingerie brand Syrn, modeling the Forget Me Not balconette bra and matching underwear. The 28-year-old actress styled the look with a sheer white robe and Old Hollywood glamour. In the accompanying press materials, she explained how her brand aims to serve women of all shapes and sizes. She also shared an update on her upcoming Netflix project 'Gundam' and urged support for wildfire victims in her hometown of Spokane. View more
Aug 09, 2026Twila Rosenbaum Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster's relationship has grown from a Broadway partnership into a romance. The pair first met in 2003 and later co-starred in 'The Music Man.' After years of friendship, they were spotted holding hands in 2025 and made their red carpet debut as a couple in October 2025. Most recently, they shared a surprise duet at a music festival. View more
Aug 08, 2026Twila Rosenbaum Kanye West performed his first Madrid concert in nearly two decades at Riyadh Air Metropolitano. Afterwards, he joined Black Coffee's afterparty at Fitz Club and hit the dance floor. The show also marked the only Spain date on his 2026 Ye Live Concert Tour. West recently opened up about his Bully era success and mental health journey. View more
Aug 08, 2026Twila Rosenbaum Katie Gardner, 36, has been jailed for kicking a police officer at Furness General Hospital. Gardner, who has a lengthy criminal record, pleaded guilty to assault by beating of an emergency worker. Magistrates imposed a consecutive four-week jail term and ordered her to pay costs and a victim surcharge. View more
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