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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Xbox will let you play Silksong at Gamescom in August

Microsoft will let Gamescom attendees play a demo of the long-awaited Hollow Knight: Silksong on the new ROG Xbox Ally handhelds. It’s part of more than 20 titles that will be available at the Xbox booth at Gamescom, including a new theater experience to demonstrate The Outer Worlds 2. Silksong will be available to play on the new […]

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How Trump let Boeing off the hook for the 737 MAX crashes

On July 18th, a federal judge in Texas scheduled what will likely be the final hearing in the case of United States v. The Boeing Company. After five years of litigation, the end result can only be described as a victory for Boeing - and a permanent setback for those who hoped that the company […]

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Chris Martin Sings to Lionel Messi, Wife During Latest Coldplay Kiss Cam

Coldplay’s Chris Martin is continuing to celebrate love on the big screen after the recent Astronomer debacle. During Coldplay’s Sunday, July 27, concert in Miami Gardens, Florida, Martin, 48, gave a shout-out to one famous spectator: soccer star Lionel Messi, 38, who was shown on the jumbotron with his wife, Antonela Roccuzzo. In fact, the […]

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These 17 Slimming Skirts Fake an Hourglass Figure — No Shapewear Required

What if I told you you don’t have to constantly wear shapewear to achieve an hourglass figure? Certain skirt silhouettes can accentuate your body to create the illusion of more curves and a slimmer waist. Best of all — Amazon has a ton of options. Your best body is just an ‘add to cart’ away […]

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Reddit and Discord’s UK age verification can be defeated by Death Stranding’s photo mode

Enforcement of the UK's new online safety rules started on Friday, forcing a variety of platforms to roll out mandatory age verification tools for Brits. We already know that the age-gating checks are easy to bypass with a VPN, but what we didn't know is that the face scanning tools used by platforms like Reddit […]

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Elevate Your End-of-Summer Wardrobe With These 19 Staples Under $50

Trendy pieces come and go, but a good capsule wardrobe lasts forever. If you’re looking to give your summer staples a refresh without overhauling your whole closet (or draining your bank account), Amazon has you covered. A few smart additions — think lightweight layers, breezy dresses and versatile sandals — can breathe new life into […]

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Jay Leno Thinks Late Night Hosts Are Getting Too Political

Tonight Show legend Jay Leno is weighing in on the current crop of late night talk show hosts, whom he believes are alienating viewers by sharing overtly political opinions. Leno said on Sunday, July 27, that he tried to keep his jokes politically neutral during his tenure on The Tonight Show, which he hosted from […]

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If You Have to Watch 1 Hulu Movie in July 2025, Stream This 1 Now

If you’ve never heard of the movie called Locked, it’s because it barely made a blip at the box office earlier this year. However, this thriller has an unusually great pedigree with leading roles played by Bill Skarsgård and Anthony Hopkins. Horror icon Sam Raimi produced Locked, which was directed by David Yarovesky from a […]

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19 Summer Dresses That Cinch Your Waist (And Not Your Budget)

Cinched and stunning without breaking the bank . . . yes, please! The right summer dress should do it all: flatter your figure, keep you cool and make you feel like the best-dressed person at brunch, the beach or your backyard barbecue. And if it happens to ring in under $30, that’s what we call […]

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Travis Kelce Returns to Signature Buzz Cut at Chiefs Training Camp

For Travis Kelce, it’s hair today, gone tomorrow! The Kansas City Chiefs had their fifth practice session ahead of the upcoming NFL season on Sunday, July 27, but the talk of training camp was Kelce’s hair The Chiefs tight end, 35, was seen sporting his signature buzz cut with faded sides during Sunday’s practice session […]

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Chris O’Dowd’s Romance With Wife Dawn O’Porter: 5 Things to Know

She’s the wife of a Hollywood actor but Dawn O’Porter is open about the reality of making ends meet. Getting candid during the Friday, July 25, episode of the “White Wine Question Time” podcast, the author, 46, detailed the financial struggles she’s experienced while being married to Irish actor Chris O’Dowd. Revealing that she works […]

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Shirtless Justin Bieber Shares Steamy PDA With Wife Hailey Bieber

Justin Bieber isn’t afraid to show fans how much he adores wife Hailey Bieber. Justin, 31, took to Instagram on Sunday, July 27, to share shirtless photos of himself passionately kissing Hailey, 28, while the pair recently celebrated the release of his album Swag with friends. In one of multiple carousels that shared the pair’s […]

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Justin Baldoni Comments on Emotional Milestone in Rare Social Media Post

It Ends With Us actor and director Justin Baldoni resurfaced on social media to mark a recent milestone. Justin, 41, took to Instagram on Sunday, July 27, to pay tribute to wife Emily Baldoni as the couple celebrated 12 years of marriage. Sharing a photo of himself and Emily, 40, in one another’s arms on […]

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Inside Dexter’s Serial Killer Dinner With Krysten Ritter and Eric Stonestreet

Dexter: Resurrection just pulled off a serial killer dinner that will go down in TV history — but how did Krysten Ritter, Eric Stonestreet and more of the show’s guest stars prepare to play these fictional villains? During the Sunday, July 27, episode of the Showtime series, Dexter (Michael C. Hall) tricked his way into […]

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Channel Your Inner Andy Sachs With These Easy-to-Walk-in Ankle Boots – Starting from Just $84

Black boots may not magically give you a promotion, but they do add structure and style to whatever you’re wearing. See Andy Sachs for example. Anne Hathaway recently stepped onto the Devil Wears Prada 2 set in a pinstripe vest and matching trousers paired with a sharp pair of black ankle boots, perfectly blending polished […]

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Hannah Brown Admits to ‘Freaking Out’ Before Marrying Adam Woolard

Former Bachelorette Hannah Brown admitted she “was freaking out” ahead of her wedding to Adam Woolard. In an interview published by People on Sunday, July 27, one day after the pair’s France nuptials, Brown, 30, detailed how she accidentally sent Woolard, 35, a revealing text in the leadup to the big day. Brown told the […]

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SLUSHII Reinvents Himself as ‘sapientdream’ With Emotional Album ‘Chrysalis’ and WEBTOON Anime Storyline

Slushii just hit refresh on everything. The EDM hitmaker known for feel-good festival anthems has stepped into a totally new dimension—and fans are eating it up. Releasing his latest album Chrysalis under the deeply personal alias sapientdream, Slushii (real name Julian Scanlan) is taking fans on an emotional, anime-inspired journey of self-reinvention—and it’s not just...

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Nick Hogan Thanks Hulk Hogan’s Widow Sky for ‘Everything’ She Did for Him

Nick Hogan publicly acknowledged his late father Hulk Hogan’s widow, Sky Daily, for her ongoing support. After Daily, 46, posted a birthday tribute to Nick, 35, via Instagram on Sunday, July 27, Nick left a heartfelt response. “Thank you so much Sky, I really appreciate everything you did for my father and are doing for […]

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‘Love Island’ Season 6 Stars JaNa and Kenny Spark Split Rumors

Love Island USA season 6 stars JaNa Craig and Kenny Rodriguez are sparking split rumors after one year together. Fans noticed on Sunday, July 27, that JaNa unfollowed Kenny on Instagram — as did her BFFs Serena Page and Leah Kateb. Kenny also removed JaNa’s name from his bio on the social media platform. Us […]

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Black Sabbath Bassist Recalls Seeing ‘Frail’ Ozzy Osbourne at Final Rehearsal

Bassist Geezer Butler is recalling the leadup to Black Sabbath’s final concert before bandmate Ozzy Osbourne’s death. “The rehearsals for that final show started a month before [the concert] at a studio in the Oxfordshire countryside,” Butler, 76, wrote in a Sunday, July 27, essay for The Sunday Times. “Tony Iommi, Bill Ward and I […]

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And Just Like That, Sarah Jessica Parker’s Favorite Eye Shadow Is On Sale At Nordstrom

When you’re in a rush or just don’t feel like doing a full face, the easiest way to look pulled together fast is with a swipe of eyeshadow. That’s exactly why Sarah Jessica Parker’s favorite eyeshadow sticks from Laura Mercier are worth paying attention to — especially now that they’re on sale during the Nordstrom […]

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Did Katie Holmes and Joshua Jackson Date? Revisit Their Relationship

Fans are thrilled that Katie Holmes and Joshua Jackson are back together again — even if it’s just for a movie. The pair were spotted filming the upcoming trilogy Happy Hours together in New York City on July 21. Jackson was wearing a green button-top shirt while Holmes wore a pink flannel over black pants. […]

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15 Must-Have Amazon Fashion Deals to Grab Before the Weekend Ends — Starting From $20

Every weekend, Amazon quietly drops deals on fashion, beauty, tech and home essentials — but sorting through thousands of markdowns can feel like a full-time job. That’s where I come in. I’ve rounded up the best price drops so you don’t waste time scrolling. This week’s picks include a $20 strapless bra that shoppers and Bethenny Frankel call […]

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Kris Jenner Wishes Tristan Thompson’s Brother Amari Happy Birthday

Kris Jenner is paying tribute to daughter Khloé Kardashian’s ex Tristan Thompson’s brother Amari. “Happy birthday to our sweet angel boy, Amari!!!” Jenner, 69, wrote via Instagram on Sunday, July 27. “You have touched all of our lives in ways I can’t explain. Through every smile, every hug, and all of the special moments we […]

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The Circle’s Sammie Cimarelli Is Pregnant With Baby No. 2

The Circle alum Sammie Cimarelli is expanding her family. “I am pregnant!” Sammie, 30, exclusively shared with Us Weekly. “I will be welcoming a new addition to my family in September, and I couldn’t be more excited!” While she knows the sex of her baby, the reality star — who is already mom to son […]

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Allison Kuch Celebrates as Hubby Isaac Rochell Signs 1-Day Chargers Contract

Allison Kuch is happy to support her husband, Isaac Rochwll, as he says goodbye to professional football. On Saturday, July 26, Kuch posted a series of photos via Instagram in honor of Rochell’s retirement from the NFL. The former defensive end signed a one-day contract with the Los Angeles Chargers the same day, a move […]

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Inside Kris Jenner’s Mom Mary Jo ‘MJ’ Shannon’s 91st Birthday Party

The Kardashian-Jenner family are ringing in another trip around the sun for matriarch Mary Jo “MJ” Shannon. In a carousel of photos shared via Instagram on Sunday, July 27, Kylie Jenner shared a behind-the-scenes look at MJ’s celebration. “91 years of MJ ♥️ the queeeeen 👑 we love you,” Kylie, who stunned in a fitted […]

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Jamie Lee Curtis Says She’s Been ‘Self-Retiring for 30 Years’ Due to Ageism

Jamie Lee Curtis has been preparing to leave Hollywood for decades. “I witnessed my parents lose the very thing that gave them their fame and their life and their livelihood, when the industry rejected them at a certain age,” Curtis, 66, told The Guardian in an interview published on Saturday, July 26. “I watched them […]

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Jesse Metcalfe Reveals Whether He’s Read Scheana Shay’s Memoir ‘Yet’

While Scheana Shay name-dropped Jesse Metcalfe and their brief relationship in her My Good Side memoir, the actor admits that he hasn’t actually read his ex’s tell-all book. “I just became aware of the book, like, a couple days ago,” Metcalfe, 46, exclusively told Us Weekly at Ticket2Event’s 12th Annual Luxury Luncheon hosted by Jill […]

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‘The Traitors’ Winner Ivar Mountbatten Reveals Daughter Ella Is Engaged

The Traitors season 3 winner Ivar Mountbatten is gearing up to walk his eldest daughter down the aisle! “I couldn’t be happier to announce the engagement of my eldest and most precious daughter Ella @ellamountbatten to her fabulous boyfriend Fergus @wright.fergus,” Mountbatten, 62, wrote via Instagram on Saturday, July 26, sharing a photo of the […]

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Jennifer Lopez Laughs Off Wardrobe Malfunction As Skirt Falls During Concert

Jennifer Lopez didn’t let a potentially disastrous onstage wardrobe malfunction get her down. The singer, 56, was performing live in Warsaw, Poland, on Friday, July 25, when the skirt she wore over a golden two-piece ensemble fell down. Though she was clearly surprised, Lopez laughed off the wardrobe malfunction and continued with the performance before […]

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‘Wizard of Oz’ blown up by AI for giant Sphere screen

The massive Las Vegas venue known as Sphere will be screening its first classic movie, “The Wizard of Oz,” starting on August 28. And as detailed in a segment on CBS Sunday Morning, this isn’t just a matter of taking the existing movie and projecting it on Sphere’s 160,000 square foot, wraparound LED screen.

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Chrishell Stause and G Flip Renew Vows in Medieval Ceremony

Chrishell Stause and G Flip are saying “I do” again — this time in a Medieval way. The couple renewed their vows on Saturday, July 26, in Hollywood Hills, Los Angeles, outside a castle tower. Stause rocked a white off-the-shoulder gown with a lace up corset, while G Flip donned a red tunic with a […]

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Lele Pons Gives Birth to Baby No. 1 With Husband Guaynaa

Lele Pons and husband Guaynaa are officially a family of three. In a joint Instagram post shared on Sunday, July 27, the couple uploaded an image of them holding onto the newborn’s foot. In another pic, Guaynaa and Pons held hands as the little one wrapped her fingers around her dad’s thumb. “Eloísa 💕 July […]

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Need a Lift? These 17 Dresses Give Your Bust a Natural Pick-Me-Up — And Start at $14

Not all of Us have the patience to put up with uncomfy push-up bras. Thankfully, clever, bust-boosting dress can offer the same effect. With strategic cuts, flattering necklines and softly structured bodices, these picks give your chest a natural pick-me-up — without the hefty price tag. Below, we rounded up 17 bust-lifting dresses that are […]

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Chris O’Dowd’s Wife Claims She Is ‘Broke’ and Living ‘Paycheck to Paycheck’

Author Dawn O’Porter, wife of actor Chris O’Dowd, has faced frequent financial struggles despite the couple’s high-profile status. “I work paycheck to paycheck. I’m always broke,” O’Porter, 46, quipped on the Friday, July 25, episode of the “White Wine Question Time” podcast. “My card got declined last week. I’m like, ‘What the f*** is happening? […]

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Mikayla Raines’ Husband Discusses ‘Hardest Time’ After Her Death by Suicide

Mikayla Raines’ husband Ethan Frankamp is opening about what he described as “the hardest time” following her death. “I just wanted to make an update and I just wanted to say [and] thank all of you for your support through what is definitely the hardest time for everyone here,” Frankamp shared in a memorial video […]

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Vicki Gunvalson Claims She Contracted a Parasite Like Brandi Glanville

The Real Housewives of Orange County alum Vicki Gunvalson may be suffering from the same parasite as former Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star Brandi Glanville. Gunvalson, 63, claimed on the Friday, July 25, episode of SiriusXM’s “Jeff Lewis Live” that loved ones have observed she has not been “the same” since returning from a […]

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The Fujifilm X-E5 proves familiar isn’t always a bad thing 

The X-E5 is Fujifilm's tiny powerhouse. It's part of a line of cameras that has often been described as similar to the X100, except with an interchangeable lens. But the X-E line has evolved this year and is taking on a new shape. It used to be seen as a budget option, but at $1,699, […]

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