The controversial legal tactic The Trump Organization is using to take down fake merch

Unauthorized merch promoting Donald Trump - from hats and mugs to signs and T-shirts - is everywhere online. Go to a Trump rally or other MAGA political event and you're bound to find people hawking their DIY Trump wares. The Trump Organization apparently isn't too pleased. A lawsuit filed last week claims online sellers on […]

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Samsung’s One UI 8 might shut down bootloader unlocking on Galaxy phones

Samsung’s One UI 8 update seems to prevent users from unlocking their device’s bootloader to load custom ROMs, as spotted earlier by SammyGuru. Over the weekend, users on the XDA Developers forum noticed that Samsung appears to have disabled the option on devices in regions outside the US, where the option had already been locked […]

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Sony calls Tencent game ‘slavish clone’ of Horizon in new lawsuit

Sony is suing Tencent to attempt to stop the release of Light of Motiram, which Sony describes as a “slavish clone” of its Horizon series of games, as reported by Reuters. Light of Motiram was announced last year with a trailer featuring an aesthetic that’s quite similar to the Horizon franchise — including huge robot […]

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Warner Bros. Discovery will be Warner Bros. and Discovery after they break up

This time next year, the corporate entity known as Warner Bros. Discovery will be no more, and the two companies it’s splitting into have some very inspired names. Today, Warner Bros. Discovery announced that “Warner Bros.” and “Discovery Global” are the names of the two new businesses that will exist after it completes its restructuring […]

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Yet another Pixel 6A caught fire

Another user has reported their Pixel 6A catching fire — but this time, it appears to have occurred after applying Google’s recent battery performance update that was intended to prevent overheating issues, as spotted by Android Authority. In a post on Reddit, a Pixel 6A user says they awoke to a “horrible smell and a […]

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Women’s ‘red flag’ app Tea is a privacy nightmare

An app designed to help women spot the "red flags" of men they date has incidentally put its users at risk. 404 Media reported that Tea was hacked by 4chan users last week, resulting in the selfies and driver's licenses of its mostly women users being posted to 4chan. An independent researcher for 404 Media […]

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Your Whistle pet tracker will stop working next month

Tractive, an Austrian company that makes smart location and activity trackers for dogs and cats, is expanding its presence in the US by acquiring a competitor, Whistle, from Mars Petcare. As a result of the acquisition, the Whistle platform is being shut down and its pet tracking devices will stop working on August 31st, 2025. […]

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New York state cyber chief calls out Trump for cybersecurity cuts

The top cybersecurity official in New York told TechCrunch in an interview that Trump's budget cuts are going to put the government at risk from cyberattacks, and will put more pressure on states to secure themselves.

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Why Dispo’s co-founder made the leap from social media to steelmaking

Daniel Liss, co-founder of the social network Dispo and the dating app Teaser AI, is convinced he’s onto the next big thing: steelmaking.  It all started, incongruously, with a few op-eds he wrote for TechCrunch about anti-trust enforcement in social media. The commentaries apparently caught the attention of some folks in Washington D.C., Liss told […]

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Star Trek, superheroes, and lots of Stephen King: the best of SDCC 2025

Another San Diego Comic-Con has come and gone, and while there were no explosive reveals like last year's surprise appearance of Robert Downey Jr. as Doctor Doom, there were quite a few interesting developments. That includes several Star Trek spinoffs, a new sci-fi show on Apple TV Plus, trailers for everything from Peacemaker to Gen […]

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Microsoft starts rolling out Xbox age verification in the UK

Microsoft is starting to comply with the UK’s Online Safety Act by prompting Xbox players to verify their age today. The prompts will be shown to Xbox players who indicate they’re over the age of 18 and will be shown when you sign into an Xbox account in the UK. Microsoft says it’s also exploring […]

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The UK is slogging through an online age-gate apocalypse

People across the United Kingdom have been faced with a censored and partially inaccessible online landscape since the country introduced its latest digital safety rules on Friday. The Online Safety Act mandates that web service operators must use "highly effective" age verification measures to stop kids from accessing a wide range of material, on penalty […]

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Microsoft Edge transforms into an AI browser with new Copilot Mode

Microsoft is starting to test a new experimental Copilot Mode inside its Edge browser today. The AI-powered mode allows Copilot to search across all your open tabs and handle tasks like booking a restaurant, and it brings the Copilot chatbot to your new tab page. Copilot Mode is somewhere between the limited Gemini integration that […]

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Seth Meyers Admits ‘Fear’ of Show Ending Before Stephen Colbert Cancellation

Seth Meyers is always worried about the future of his show. “Do you have the fear that this is going to end tomorrow still?” Dax Shepard asked Meyers, 51, during the Monday, July 28, episode of the “Armchair Expert” podcast. (The podcast episode was recorded in May, before news that The Late Show With Stephen […]

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Rodeo Queen Influencer Dead at Age 22 After Rare Bone Cancer Battle

Rodeo Queen influencer Camila Trevisol died at age 22 after a battle with a rare form of bone cancer. “We inform you that our princess has passed away this morning,” a caption, translated to English, read on Trevisol’s Wednesday, July 23, Instagram post. “We appreciate everyone’s support in this fight.” Trevisol’s loved ones held a […]

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Sony details its ‘FlexStrike’ wireless PS5 fight stick

Sony has shared more details about its arcade-style controller for the PlayStation that was first teased during the State of Play event in early June. Originally codenamed Project Defiant, the fight stick is now called the FlexStrike and features a rechargeable battery, mechanical switch buttons, restrictor gates that limit the joystick’s movements, and the ability […]

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‘Beyond the Villa’ Signs That Love Island’s JaNa, Kenny Were Headed for Split

As Love Island USA fans come to terms with JaNa Craig and Kenny Rodriguez‘s shocking split, others question if Peacock’s Beyond the Villa spinoff hinted at the couple’s issues. Season 6, which premiered in June 2024, followed JaNa, 28, on her search for love. She was briefly paired off with Coye Simmons before moving on […]

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Brooks Nader Has Another Nip Slip in a Barely-There Dress in Saint Tropez

Brooks Nader seemingly isn’t afraid for fans to catch a glimpse of her nipples. On Saturday, July 26, in Saint Tropez, Nader, 28, was seen adjusting one of the itty-bitty straps that covered her chest on her risqué dress, which revealed her nipple. Nader’s sexy dress featured a halter top that plunged to her waist […]

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How Ryan Reynolds Was Involved in Gwyneth Paltrow’s Viral Astronomer Ad

Ryan Reynolds deserves some credit for helping Astronomer address the Coldplay kiss cam scandal. Days after Gwyneth Paltrow appeared as the company’s “Temporary Spokesperson” in a viral ad, Us Weekly has learned Reynolds’ marketing firm, Maximum Effort, was responsible for making the ad. “Thank you for your interest in Maximum Effort, @astronomerio!” the company wrote […]

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Avatar: Fire and Ash brings war to Pandora in first trailer

The first trailer for Avatar: Fire and Ash is finally here, and it looks like James Cameron might have made another banger. Though Avatar: The Way of Water ended on hopeful note with Jake Sully (Sam Worthington), Neytiri (Zoe Saldaña), and their family finding a new home with a different group of Na’vi, Fire and […]

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49ers QB Brock Purdy’s Family Guide: Meet His Wife, Parents and Siblings

Brock Purdy’s cheering squad has always been loud — even when he was dubbed “Mr. Irrelevant” after being drafted last in the 2022 NFL draft. “They’ve believed in me even though I was the last draft pick,” Purdy told CBS News Bay Area in December 2022 after his first start as the quarterback of the […]

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Eddie Murphy Thinks His and Martin Lawrence’s Grandkid Won’t Be ‘Funny’

Eddie Murphy and Martin Lawrence may be family now via their married children, but the Shrek 5 star doesn’t think they’ll pass on the funny gene to their grandkids. “[People are] like, ‘Oh, yeah! Those gene pools are gonna — how funny is that kid gonna be?'” Murphy, 64, told Extra at the Los Angeles […]

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What Drowning Experts Hope People Learn From Malcolm-Jamal Warner’s Death

Drowning experts are hopeful the public can learn from late actor Malcolm-Jamal Warner‘s untimely death. “If you get caught in a rip current number one is: don’t panic. Allow the rip current to take you offshore until it weakens,” Dr. John R. Fletemeyer, a 30-year aquatics professional focused on drowning research and the development of […]

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49ers’ Brock Purdy and Wife Jenna Brandt Welcome Baby No. 1

Brock Purdy has never been “Mr. Irrelevant” to Jenna Brandt. Purdy was given the not-so-flattering nickname — a moniker dubbed every year — when he was selected by the San Francisco 49ers as the last pick of the 2022 NFL draft. Less than one year later, however, the football player would be the starting quarterback for […]

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Sheinelle Jones Delays ‘Today’ Spinoff Project After Husband’s Death

Today’s Sheinelle Jones is delaying the release of her book for the second time after husband Uche Ojeh’s death. Publisher Penguin Random House will release Jones’ book, Through Mom’s Eyes, on February 10, 2026. The book was originally set for release on April 15 but was later moved to October 21. Through Mom’s Eyes is […]

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Hate Arm Jiggle? These 17 Flowy Dresses Conceal Problem Areas

Dressing to combat the summer heat is already a big task — but then add in hiding arm jiggle? No, thanks! When the temps hit 90, none of Us want to have to worry about body insecurities. We just want to feel confident, cool and effortlessly put-together — and that’s where the right dress comes […]

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Vanessa Kirby Confirms [Spoiler] Was in ‘Fantastic Four’ Post-Credits Scene

Yes, that The Fantastic Four: First Steps end credits scene did feature a certain someone in their upcoming role. Warning: Spoilers for The Fantastic Four: First Steps below. Vanessa Kirby confirmed that Robert Downey Jr. was actually the one in the Doctor Doom mask during the film’s post-credits moment — even though his face wasn’t […]

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Ex NFL WAG Responds to Report That Divorce Held Up $114 Million Contract

Stassney Brown, the ex-wife of Los Angeles Chargers star Rashawn Slater, slammed a report that the couple’s divorce played a role in his recent contract negotiations. Slater, 26, signed a four-year, $114 million extension with the Chargers on Sunday, July 27, according to ESPN. The Chargers confirmed the deal, but did not release financial details.  […]

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‘The Hills’ Alum Lo Bosworth Reveals Baby Bump at Wedding to Dom Natale

The Hills alum Lo Bosworth is officially married — and expecting her first baby! “We said yes with joy,” Bosworth, 38, wrote via Instagram on Monday, July 28, alongside photos with new husband Dom Natale. “And life, with its most tender timing, said yes right back.” Bosworth and Natale celebrated their big day at her […]

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Take up to 50% Off Rich Mom Activewear During Athleta’s End of Summer Sale

Whether you’re a minimalist who prefers posh silhouettes or a lover of bold prints and patterns, it’s safe to say that you have at least one pair of leggings and a sports bra in your wardrobe. If you need to replace outdated workout gear, head straight to Athleta. The athleisure brand is hosting the Endless […]

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19 Polished Brunch-to-Wedding Dresses to Look Like You Attended Wimbledon

The Wimbledon Championships may be over, but the talk isn’t! Everyone’s buzzing about the A-lister outfits, particularly the dresses. Kate Middleton, Nicole Kidman, Sienna Miller and Priyanka Chopra are just a few stars who attended the tennis tournament, each one rocking an ultra-classy outfit that gave rich, put-together energy. While they likely splurged on designer […]

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Do startups still need Silicon Valley? Hear from the founders and funders challenging old assumptions at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025

As the startup world descends on San Francisco for TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 — happening October 27–29 at Moscone West — one question looms large: does building in Silicon Valley still give founders an edge? With 10,000+ startup and VC leaders gathering for this milestone Disrupt, the conversation around access, geography, and opportunity has never been […]

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Billy Joel Denies DUIs, Talks Elton John Drama and More in New Doc

Billy Joel bared it all in Billy Joel: And So It Goes. The two-part HBO documentary — released on July 18 and July 25 — offered an inside look into the Piano Man’s life, exploring “the love, loss, and personal struggles that fuel his songwriting,” according to the film’s official description. “I’m not finished. … […]

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Mario Kart World and other Switch 2 games are 10 percent off

I wasn’t expecting to see any deals on Switch 2 games for a while. Even though the console is currently much easier to find in stock, game discounts — especially ones on first-party Nintendo launch games — aren’t the norm. However, you can get 10 percent off on the likes of Mario Kart World, and […]

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Summer Entertaining: 26 Celebrity and Chef Hosting Tips, From A to Z

August may be around the corner, but it’s still host girl summer! There’s plenty of time to throw unforgettable backyard parties. It’s the perfect opportunity to gather loved ones, hang poolside and enjoy crisp, refreshing drinks, next-level barbecue, catchy playlists and great conversation. But if you don’t consider yourself a hosting pro, have no fear: […]

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Property Brothers’ Drew and Jonathan Scott Explain New HGTV Show’s Delay

Property Brothers stars Drew and Jonathan Scott broke their silence on their new HGTV show’s delay amid mass cancellations at the network. Drew, 47, and Jonathan’s Chasing the West was slated to premiere on July 10 before it was pushed back to the end of the month. “A lot of people don’t realize when we’re […]

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Meet the minds shaping AI: TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 AI Stage revealed

At TechCrunch Disrupt 2025, the AI Stage comes alive with the voices shaping the future of technology, creativity, and security. Top VCs reveal what it takes to win funding in a rapidly evolving landscape, as they place bets on the next wave of AI founders. Hear groundbreaking insights from leaders at visionary startups like Apptronik, […]

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ChatGPT can be a disaster for lawyers — Robin AI says it can fix that

Hello, and welcome to Decoder! I’m Jon Fortt — CNBC journalist, cohost of Closing Bell: Overtime, and creator of the Fortt Knox streaming series on LinkedIn. This is the last episode I’ll be guest-hosting for Nilay while he’s out on parental leave. We have an exciting crew who will take over for me after that, […]

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Love Island USA’s Cierra Reveals Whether She’ll Be at the Season 7 Reunion

In a series of videos on TikTok, Love Island USA‘s Cierra Ortega revealed whether she will be at the season 7 reunion — and if she heard from Nic Vansteenberghe or Olandria Carthen since they left the villa. “At this point in time, I will not be at the reunion,” she said on the app […]

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Pete Davidson Reveals the ‘Best’ Parenting Advice From Costar Eddie Murphy

Pete Davidson got some memorable parenting advice from fellow comedian Eddie Murphy as he gears up to welcome his first baby. “His advice was the best. He goes, ‘I have no advice,’” Davidson, 31, told Extra in an interview published on Sunday, July 27. Davidson stars alongside Murphy — a father of 10 — in […]

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Temu users face a ‘high risk’ of finding illegal products, EU says

Temu users in the European Union are at “high risk” of coming across illegal products while shopping on the platform, as reported earlier by The Financial Times. Preliminary findings from the European Commission’s investigation into the platform uncovered baby toys, small electronics, and other items on Temu considered counterfeit, unsafe, or “non-compliant.” Last year, the […]

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