Impersonators are targeting companies with fake TechCrunch outreach

Hi, thanks as always for reading TechCrunch. We want to talk with you quickly about something important. We’ve discovered that scammers are impersonating TechCrunch reporters and event leads and reaching out to companies, pretending to be our staff when they absolutely are not. These bad actors are using our name and reputation to try to […]

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ChatGPT is bringing back 4o as an option because people missed it

OpenAI is bringing back GPT-4o in ChatGPT just one day after replacing it with GPT-5. In a post on X, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman confirmed that the company will let paid users switch to GPT-4o after ChatGPT users mourned its replacement. “We will let Plus users choose to continue to use 4o,” Altman says. “We […]

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Why Did Jill Wagner Leave L.A.? Actress Opens Up About Moving to Tennessee

Jill Wagner is one of the most famous faces on Great American Family, but the actress has opted to live in a home away from the Hollywood gaze. Wagner and her family planted their roots at a beautiful property called Scott Mansion Farms in Tellico Plains, Tennessee. It was nearly a decade ago that the […]

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‘ER’ Producer Reveals Which Story Lines Received the Most Backlash

Former ER executive producer John Wells opened up about battling with network executives over some of the medical drama’s hard-hitting story lines. “I really appreciate not dealing with Standards and Practices on a daily basis anymore,” Wells, 69, admitted to The Hollywood Reporter in an interview published on Thursday, August 7. “It’s fear-based and doesn’t […]

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JoJo Siwa Claps Back at Haters in Her New Song ‘Raspy’

JoJo Siwa is responding to haters in the best way she knows how — through music. Siwa, 22, released her latest single, “Raspy,” on Friday, August 8. A stark contrast from her most recent song, which was a cover of the 1981 hit “Bette Davis Eyes” by Kim Carnes, “Raspy” is a rap track that […]

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Is Sydney Sweeney in ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’? All the Clues

Sydney Sweeney appears to have some involvement in The Devil Wears Prada 2. Sweeney, 27, was reportedly spotted on the set of the sequel in New York City on Wednesday, August 6. Anne Hathaway, Meryl Streep, Emily Blunt and Stanley Tucci have reprised their roles as they star in the follow-up movie. The Devil Wears […]

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A decade later, Windows is still bringing Control Panel features to the Settings app

I kid you not, we wrote these words in 2014: Microsoft has tried to dumb down its Control Panel with a simple UI over the years, rather than a list of options, but there’s still a number of settings that don’t exist in the new PC Settings app. “Why do I have to go the […]

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How Wikipedia is fighting AI slop content

With the rise of AI writing tools, Wikipedia editors have had to deal with an onslaught of AI-generated content filled with false information and phony citations. Already, the community of Wikipedia volunteers has mobilized to fight back against AI slop, something Wikimedia Foundation product director Marshall Miller likens to a sort of "immune system" response. […]

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Netflix’s New Under-the-Radar Horror Movie Will Creep You Out This August

This week, Netflix debuted the Filipino horror movie Untold. But if you’re looking for the next great ghost story, this isn’t it. There are some genuinely creepy moments in Untold, and it’s not without some merits. It’s just not up to the standards we expect to see in a horror flick. Of course, that doesn’t […]

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3 Underrated HBO Max Movies to Watch This Weekend (August 8-10)

It’s Friday, and the vibes are definitely a little … freaky. If you’re not heading to the theater to watch Freakier Friday with Lindsay Lohan, why not stay at home and take advantage of your HBO Max subscription? The streamer has hundreds of great films, and Watch With Us has selected three underrated movies to […]

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These Easy-to-Swallow Probiotics Offer ‘Significant Relief’ — On Sale Now

Are bloating and other digestive issues killing your summer vibe? Try adding the Garden of Life Once Daily Women’s Probiotics to your daily supplement routine. Right now, you can get it at a discount with this exclusive promo code — but only for a limited time. Formulated with 50 billion colony-forming units (CFU) from 16 […]

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Bjork’s Daughter Isadora Makes Her Runway Debut in a Sheer Dress

Björk’s daughter, Ísadóra Bjarkardóttir Barney, can now add “model” to her résumé. Ísadóra, 22, whom Björk, 59, shares with ex Matthew Barney, made her way down the Cecilie Bahnsen runway during Copenhagen Fashion Week on Thursday, August 7. For the show, Ísadóra wowed in a semi-sheer dress featuring ribbon straps that tied in bows on […]

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Big Brother’s Julie Chen Moonves Reacts to Ashley’s Vote Redo Attempt

Big Brother fans were treated to an all-time moment in the show’s 27-season history on Thursday, August 7, during a live eviction episode when houseguest Ashley Hollis cast her vote, then re-entered the diary room to try and change it. “Too late,” host Julie Chen Moonves told Entertainment Weekly in a story published Friday, August […]

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These Are the 20 Supportive Sandals You’ll Want to Wear Until October

Sandal season is still in full swing, and if it was up to Us, it wouldn’t end. But to make the most of what’s left of the warm weather, we’re stocking up on transitional sandals that you can wear now and in the fall. The best part? We found tons of discounts with some of […]

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The White House Calls Joy Behar and Rosie O’Donnell ‘Irrelevant Losers’

The White House is not enjoying the viewpoints of some past and present cohosts of The View. “Rosie O’Donnell and ‘Joyless’ Behar are irrelevant losers with too much time on their hands, whining about a failing talk show while everyday Americans are working hard,” White House spokesperson Taylor Rogers said in a statement to Entertainment […]

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Don’t let your competitor steal the brand spotlight — Secure your exhibit table at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025

Disrupt isn’t just a tech conference — it’s a launchpad. For 20 years, startups have come to TechCrunch Disrupt to meet their first investors, land their biggest partnerships, and spark the idea that takes them to the next level. In 2025, that launchpad could be your exhibit table. With tables selling fast, now is your […]

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Who Was Kelly Clarkson’s Ex-Husband Brandon Blackstock?

Kelly Clarkson’s ex-husband, Brandon Blackstock, died at age 48 in August 2025 following a private battle with cancer. “It is with great sadness that we share the news that Brandon Blackstock has passed away,” a family spokesperson confirmed to Us Weekly. “Brandon bravely battled cancer for more than three years.” Their statement continued, “He passed […]

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‘Law and Order Toronto: Criminal Intent’ Trailer Is Here: Everything to Know

The Law & Order universe is expanding in the United States with the latest spinoff: Law & Order Toronto: Criminal Intent. News broke in May that The CW acquired the U.S. broadcast rights to seasons 1 and 2 of the Canadian procedural. Law & Order Toronto: Criminal Intent initially debuted in its home country in […]

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3 Underrated Prime Video Movies to Watch This Weekend (August 8-10)

Prime Video has movies for all times of the year, and August is the perfect time to catch up on some you may have missed. While you can definitely skip the streamer’s much-maligned remake of War of the Worlds with Ice Cube, the following movies that the Watch With Us team has selected are worth […]

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Princess Beatrice Turns 37: Look Back at the Royal’s Life in Photos

Princess Beatrice, the eldest daughter of Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson, has made a name for herself over the years. While she’s not considered a senior-working member of the royal family, Beatrice notably has her own career but still makes time to step out for public appearance with her family — not to mention, she […]

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3 Underrated Netflix Shows to Watch This Weekend (August 8-10)

If they haven’t seen it already, almost everyone will be watching Wednesday season 2, part 1 on Netflix this weekend. As much as we love that series, it’s too big of a hit to be called “underrated.” Fortunately, Wednesday isn’t your only option as you head into the weekend. Watch With Us has selected three underrated Netflix shows […]

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Aaron Rodgers Not Playing in 1st Preseason Game With the Steelers

Fans waiting to see Aaron Rodgers make his Pittsburgh Steelers debut are going to have to wait a little longer than expected. Steelers coach Mike Tomlin has announced that Rodgers, 41, will sit out Pittsburgh’s preseason opener Saturday, August 9, on the road against the Jacksonville Jaguars. “I’ve identified some guys that won’t be playing […]

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Does ‘Freakier Friday’ Have a Post-Credits Scene? Sequel’s Ending Explained

Freakier Friday has finally hit theaters, and fans of the original film are dying to know if Lindsay Lohan’s iconic and spunky character, Anna Coleman, gets a fairy tale ending. Warning: spoilers for Freakier Friday ahead. The sequel, which is set more than two decades after Freaky Friday, picks up with the story of Anna, […]

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Mini Ikea stores will be opening inside select Best Buy locations this year

Ikea has announced that it’s opening mini retail experiences in a handful of Best Buy stores in the southern US later this year. It’s the first time Ikea’s products and services will be available through another US retailer, saving shoppers from having to visit and navigate the chain’s warehouse-sized stores which aren’t as plentiful in […]

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Pink Poses With Her Kids in Rare Family Photo at ‘Hamilton’ on Broadway

Fun-loving family! Pink and her husband, Carey Hart, have been documenting their lives with daughter Willow and son Jameson since becoming parents. The couple tied the knot in 2006 and welcomed their eldest five years later. Willow became a big sister in 2016 when her baby brother arrived. The Grammy winner is not considered “cool […]

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Ex-MLB Player Sent Love Letters to His Mistress After Murdering His In-Law

Former MLB pitcher Daniel Serafini and his mistress, Samantha Scott, exchanged love letters while in jail, according to new testimony. While testifying against Serafini in court, Scott read some of the notes her love interest sent after he was arrested and charged with murder and attempted murder for the shooting of his wife’s parents. “I […]

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3 Underrated Netflix Movies to Watch This Weekend (August 8–10)

Happy Friday! Do you ever feel like the Netflix algorithm is constantly suggesting the same 10 movies to you (six of which you’ve already seen)? You’re not alone. Luckily, you’ve got the Watch With Us team on your side, here to recommend underrated movies that might not be showing up in your Netflix feed. If […]

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Instagram’s Map is here, and this is how you can turn it off

It’s only been a couple of days since the Instagram Map launched, and from the looks of our social feeds, people are not happy about it. Responses have ranged from being mildly annoyed that Instagram is ripping off Snapchat’s Snap Maps instead of offering a default feed that only contains your friends’ posts, to high […]

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Brandon Blackstock Seen With Reba McEntire and Rex Linn Months Before Death

Brandon Blackstock quietly hung out with his former stepmother, Reba McEntire, less than five months before his death. Brandon and his half-brother, Shelby Blackstock, reunited with McEntire, 70, and her boyfriend, Rex Linn, at RodeoHouston in March. “Family time, the @rodeohouston and corn dogs,” Shelby, 35, wrote via Instagram on March 5. “We had a […]

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Every Taylor Swift Song Used in ‘The Summer I Turned Pretty’

The Summer I Turned Pretty has made a statement by using Taylor Swift‘s discography to highlight pivotal moments throughout the seasons. Viewers — and longtime fans of the original book series — were in for a fun surprise when season 1 introduced Belly (Lola Tung)’s crush on Conrad (Christopher Briney) with the help of Swift’s […]

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Sam Nivola Slams ‘Old’ Actors Who Use Plastic Surgery for Young Roles

Sam Nivola is ready for older actors to clear the way for the next generation. “The old movie stars are getting plastic surgery, and they’re looking younger and they’re staying young,” the White Lotus actor told Variety in a story published Thursday, August 7. “You have these really old people playing young roles. And it’s […]

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17 Chic, Tummy-Hiding Tops You’ll Wear From School Drop-Off to Date Night

Whether you’re dropping off the kiddos at school, rushing to the office or driving to dinner reservations, wearing the right top is essential. If you want something that’s equal parts comfortable, stylish and tummy-hiding, we found styles that deliver and never cross the $20 mark. We tracked down 17 tops that use subtle design tricks […]

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Kate Middleton’s Rumored Go-To Hairspray Is Just $13 — Reviewers Say It Gives a ‘Satin Finish’

When a product earns praise from Amazon shoppers, it’s worth a second look. But when it comes from royalty? Well, that deserves a full headline. So when we learned that Kate Middleton allegedly uses this now-$13 drugstore hairspray that holds up during long public appearances and high-stakes events, we had to share it immediately. According […]

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Is ‘Freakier Friday’ Streaming on Disney+ Right Now?

It’s taken a long time, but it appears that Lindsay Lohan finally has the first big hit of her comeback. The former Disney star has reunited with Jamie Lee Curtis in Freakier Friday, the sequel to their 2003 hit, Freaky Friday. In the first movie, Anna Coleman (Lohan) and her mother, Tess (Curtis), swapped bodies […]

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Sami Sheen Teases Her Curves in a Barely There Sheer Lingerie Set

Sami Sheen knows her angles. Sheen, 21, took to Instagram on Thursday, August 7, to tease her curves in a barely there set while promoting her OnlyFans content. In the pic, she sat on a bed while wearing a sheer bra featuring red lace embellishments. She teamed the top with a coordinating G-string. Sami, who […]

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Will ‘TSITP’ Season 3 Feature More Taylor Swift? Jenny Han Weighs In

Don’t have a cruel summer, Swifties — there may be more Taylor Swift songs to come in The Summer I Turned Pretty season 3. TSITP creator Jenny Han played coy when asked why the new season of the Amazon Prime Video series has only had one song by Swift, 35, so far in an interview […]

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Alicia Silverstone Gives Major Update on ‘Clueless’ Revival Series

A (second) Clueless TV series without Alicia Silverstone as queen bee Cher Horowitz? As if! A revival TV series of the iconic 1995 film with Silverstone attached to star and executive produce is currently in development at Peacock. The show will be written by Gossip Girl creators Josh Schwartz and Stephanie Savage‘s Fake Media and […]

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RushTok Influencer Reacts to Backlash Over Posing in Plane With Nazi Decals

Influencer Kylan Darnell’s latest “RushTok” social media post is under fire. Darnell, 21, is currently in the middle of “Work Week” ahead of the 2025 Panhellenic recruitment at the University of Alabama. On Wednesday, August 6, Darnell and her Zeta Tau Alpha sorority sisters followed an “All the Places You Go” theme as they prepared […]

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Apple Intelligence’s ChatGPT integration will use GPT-5 starting with iOS 26

OpenAI just announced its GPT-5 AI model on Thursday, but you won’t be able to use it with Apple Intelligence’s ChatGPT integration until iOS 26, iPadOS 26, and macOS Tahoe 26, Apple confirmed to 9to5Mac. Apple Intelligence can rely on ChatGPT for things like helping answer certain Siri queries or alongside Apple’s Google Lens-like Visual […]

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Pamela Anderson’s Makeup-Free Photos Since She Started Going Natural

Pamela Anderson has chosen to go makeup-free, and fans can’t get enough of her fresh-faced red carpet outings. The Naked Gun actress has been sporting a natural look since Paris Fashion Week in September 2023 after decades of donning heavy makeup for public appearances. Anderson said she is embracing a new side of herself in […]

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Amazon’s 21 Best Fall Wedding Guest Dresses Are Slimming, Stunning and Under $50

Fall wedding season is officially around the corner — and if you’re anything like Us, you’re not looking for just any dress. You know the best styles are effortlessly elegant, seriously flattering and don’t cost more than your accommodations. That’s where Amazon’s wedding guest section comes in. We rounded up 21 fall-ready styles that are […]

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Jenny Han Hints at Belly’s ‘Clear-Cut’ Decision in ‘TSITP’ Season 3 Finale

The Summer I Turned Pretty series finale will reveal which Fisher boy is endgame for Belly Conklin. “By the time it’s over, will there be a clear-cut decision?” Gayle King asked the series’ showrunner Jenny Han during the Thursday, August 7, episode of CBS Mornings. “Because if it doesn’t end with a clear-cut decision, I’m […]

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This three-pack of fast Wi-Fi 7 routers is under $200 for the first time

Having a solid set of Wi-Fi routers is essential, whether you’re working from home, playing online games , or streaming a movie. I’ve used this three-pack of TP-Link’s Deco BE26 Wi-Fi 7 Mesh Routers for months without any issues, and I’m eager to recommend them, especially since it’s currently on sale for $188.89 ($90 off) […]

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