The physical world strikes back
The Iran war is a reminder that geographic facts rather than digital tech shape our lives
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Harbinger's Williams: Sports are at an Inflection Point
Harbinger Sports Partners Founder Rashuan Williams discusses the ‘explosion’ and diversification of revenue by many sports franchises, and the switch to ‘sports 2.0,’ a new business model aimed at maximizing real estate surrounding sporting venues. He talks with Romaine Bostick and Katie Greifeld on “The Close.” (Source: Bloomberg)
‘Brilliant Minds,’ ‘Stumble’ Canceled at NBC
NBC has canceled two shows — Brilliant Minds and Stumble — as it heads toward its upfront presentation. Medical drama Brilliant Minds, starring Zachary Quinto, will end after two seasons. NBC earlier this year pulled the show from its post-Olympics schedule; its final episodes will run during the summer, beginning May 27. The comedy Stumble,…
LeBron James adds to his legacy as Lakers eliminate dysfunctional Rockets
LeBron James has played 23 NBA seasons. His legacy, no matter how you feel about it, is mostly written. Sure, he could do a bit more accumulating. He’s set pretty much every record he’s going to set, but he could always widen the gap between himself and No. 2. A fifth championship would be nice,…
Naoya Inoue vs. Junto Nakatani: Boxing Livestream Online
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission. In a title bout for the undisputed super bantamweight (junior featherweight) championship, Japanese fighter Naoya Inoue takes on fellow Japanese boxer Junto Nakatani in a 12-round match. What’s on the line? Inoue’s IBF, WBC…
Trump threatens 25% tariff on autos from EU over trade deal dispute
Trump and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen had agreed to the trade deal last July. President Donald Trump said on Friday that he will increase the tariffs charged on cars and trucks from the European Union next week to 25%, a move that could jolt the world economy at a fragile moment.
The tipping point: what happens when deaths outnumber births? | Population
In Japan, there are now companies that specialise in cleaning the apartments of elderly people who have died alone and gone undiscovered for weeks or months, while adult incontinence pads have outstripped nappy sales for more than a decade. In Italy, depopulating villages are selling homes for €1 to attract new residents and keep services…
Devil Wears Prada star Simone Ashley feels ‘proud’ of her career
2 May 2026 Simone Ashley feels “really proud to be representing girls that look like [her]”. Simone Ashley has enjoyed a meteoric rise The 31-year-old actress has enjoyed a meteoric rise in recent years, starring in the hit Netflix show Bridgerton and now appearing in The Devil Wears Prada 2 – but Simone insists she…
Rats and weasels infest camps for displaced Gazans
“We cannot sleep! If we sleep, they bite the children and disturb us. There are so many weasels and rats – an abnormal number,” says Rizq Abu Laila, who lives right next to a rubbish dump in Gaza City with his four young children, one of whom has cancer.
Sony Coupons: 45% Off Sony Headphones, WF-1000XM6 Earbuds, and Sony Cameras for May
Sony makes some of the best electronics we’ve tested across a dizzying array of categories, from TVs and audio gear to cameras and gaming consoles. Sony products constantly occupy top slots on our Best TVs and Best OLED TVs lists, Best Wireless Headphones, and Best Cameras guides. If you’re shopping for products from any of…