CFO Lin Tao mentioned Sonyâs beleaguered phone brand at the companyâs recent financial results presentation, calling it “a very important business for us,” according to CNET Japan. You could have fooled me. Sonyâs last two Xperia 1 flagships have skipped the US market entirely, and it appears to be pulling back in Europe too. It […]
If you’ve been waiting to refresh your activewear drawer, now’s your chance. Athleta’s Summer Sale is officially on, and nearly everything is up to 50% off, including bestselling leggings for $49,...
We might finally see the first iPhone browsers built on top of third-party engines now that Japanese regulators have taken up the issue. Appleâs malicious compliance in the EU has so far prevented Chrome, and its Blink engine, for example, from coming to iOS, but recently published guidelines related to Japanâs Smartphone Act could change […]
In a new executive order, the US president has called on federal regulators to investigate and punish banks for alleged discrimination against conservatives and certain types of business.
We definitely can't chill for a sec over this news.
More than two decades after its release, Freaky Friday is getting a sequel. Again.
The version released on Aug. 6, 2003 was actually a remake of...
Robert Keele said this week that he has stepped down as xAI’s head of legal after just over a year, saying he wants to spend more time with his children. In his announcement, Keele also acknowledged “daylight between our worldviews” with boss Elon Musk, who hasn’t commented on Keele’s exit. “I love my two toddlers […]
The day before the launch of GPT-5, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman surprised employees with a message in the company's Slack. "As we mentioned a few weeks ago, we have been looking at comp for our technical teams given the movement in the market," wrote Altman, according to a copy of the message that was shared […]
Cassie has resurfaced on social media following the high-profile trial of Sean “Diddy” Combs earlier this year. Since testifying at the music mogul’s trial in May, Cassie, 38, has gone on to welcome her third child with husband Alex Fine and kept largely out of the limelight in the months since. The singer shared her […]
Fashion and lifestyle influencer Bridget Bahl shared an update on her breast cancer journey in an emotional post. Sharing the update via Instagram on Wednesday, August 6, Bahl appeared alongside her husband Michael Chiodo as she revealed details of the latest development as she continues to battle the disease. “So we have an update, I finally […]
Tyreek Hill’s daughter Capri is doing well after a health scare.
The NFL star’s 8-month-old was taken to the hospital after her mom Keeta Vaccaro contacted the child’s pediatrician Dr. Jared...
The stress of clocking into work is enough on its own. Constantly worrying about what to wear every day adds even more pressure. That’s where comfortable work pants come in handy. Thousands of Amazon shoppers “absolutely love” these petite-friendly, wide-leg trousers because they combine style and comfort. Raved by reviewers as “comfy and flattering,” these […]
Cassie Ventura is back on social media.
The "Me & U" singer returned to Instagram Aug. 7, nearly three months after giving birth to her and husband Alex Fine's third baby, as well as testifying in...
Kelly Clarkson kept her children front of mind while navigating her late ex-husband Brandon Blackstock‘s secret cancer battle, a source exclusively tells Us Weekly. “Even though they went through an acrimonious divorce, Kelly made a conscious decision to protect Brandon’s privacy until the very end for the sake of their family,” the source explains. “He’d […]
There’s nothing easy about The Real Housewives of Orange County’s vacation to the Big Easy. While watching the Thursday, August 6, episode of Bravo’s hit reality show, viewers were treated to a preview of next week’s episode where Tamra Judge decides to briefly leave New Orleans and quit the show halfway through the cast’s trip. […]
Andy Cohen called out Martina Navratilova for making “ill-informed” remarks about surrogacy. The TV personality, 57, slammed the tennis star, 68, for her controversial comments on the Tuesday, August 5 episode of Sirius XM’s “Andy Cohen Live.” Cohen’s two children, son Benjamin, 6, and daughter, Lucy, were both welcomed via surrogacy and he took issue […]
Kate Gosselin has got all her children’s hands on deck.
The Jon & Kate Plus 8 alum responded to a fan who pointed out an eyebrow-raising hand replica displayed on the archway of a door in her...
The penultimate episode of And Just Like That might have left some big hints about Carrie’s future. During the Thursday, August 7, episode of the HBO Max series, Carrie (Sarah Jessica Parker) helps Miranda (Cynthia Nixon) prepare to host Thanksgiving by placing an order for (too many) pies at a bakery in her old neighborhood. […]
Jack Nicholson’s grandson, Sean Knight Nicholson, has been arrested for domestic violence. Sean, 29, was booked in Los Angeles for a felony on Tuesday, August 5, according to police records viewed by Us Weekly. He was released that same day with a bail of $50,000. Sean is scheduled to appear in court later this month […]
Rena Sofer is saying goodbye to the West Coast.
The General Hospital star, who plays band manager Lois Cerullo on the ABC soap opera, announced she's moving out of Los Angeles after nearly 35...
Ozzy Osbourne was overwhelmed by the love of his fans.
Shortly before the Black Sabbath frontman’s death from a heart attack on July 22 at the age of 76, wife Sharon Osbourne took a moment to...
Bold and the Beautiful’s original Ridge Forrester, Ronn Moss, is proudly embracing his gray locks. “Since I let my natural grey hair go wild recently for the western movie I shot in May, I’ve been loving it,” Moss, 73, wrote via Instagram on Sunday, August 3, alongside a snap of his new look. “What do […]
Zooey Deschanel and Jonathan Scott are proving they can build a life together without rushing to tie the knot.
In fact, the couple—who began dating in 2019 and got engaged in August 2023 while on...
Ever since matching sets entered the chat, I haven’t been able to wear anything else when I travel. They make me feel put together but still super comfortable, which is why I even wear them while...
Aside from his Hollywood stardom, Brad Pitt has a close relationship with some of his family members. Brad was born in December 1963 in Shawnee, Oklahoma, but his family later relocated to Springfield, Missouri, when he was young. His parents, William Pitt and Jane Etta Pitt, also share son Doug Pitt and daughter Julie Pitt […]
Hailee Steinfeld and Josh Allen kept their romance quiet to start in May 2023 before announcing their engagement less than two years later. Allen was linked to Steinfeld just weeks after eagle-eyed fans noticed in April 2023 that his longtime girlfriend Brittany Williams unfollowed him on social media. Williams proceeded to wipe her Instagram clean of […]
Kelly Clarkson has put her family first amid ex-husband Brandon Blackstock’s private cancer battle, with a source shedding light into how she’s been coping. “Kelly’s work schedule has been difficult over the last few months as she needed to take care of her kids,” a source exclusively tells Us Weekly. “She needed the time off […]
Eric Rosenbrook and Leida Margaretha’s love story is anything but simple. Ever since they made their TV debut on season 6 of 90 Day Fiancé in 2018, Eric and Leida have allowed fans a front-row seat into their relationship. It all began when Eric met his future wife on an international dating site. Despite Leida […]
Beverley Mitchell got candid about her recent moments of self-doubt and body image issues while explaining her recent uptick in social media filters. “Hey guys, you’ve probably noticed that a few of my videos have all had filters on it and I’m just going to be honest,” Mitchell, 44, said in an Instagram video posted on […]
Macaulay Culkin is giving away on-set secrets like it’s Christmas.
The Home Alone star cleared up some of the rumors that have circulated the 1990 movie for decades, including how he used his...
Spreadsheets, Slack messages, and files linked to an alleged group of North Korean IT workers expose their meticulous job-planning and targeting—and the constant surveillance they're under.
Jennifer Aniston‘s off-duty looks are all about comfort. When asked about her favorite shoes, she told E!, “If I’m not working, I’m in flip-flops or sneakers.” The sneaker she reaches for? The New Balance 237. Right now, you can score her favorite pair on sale for just $60 — but only for a limited time. […]
You know her, you love her, it’s the Laneige lip sleeping mask. Now, you can score the icon and legend beauty treatment for a rare 30% off at Amazon.
This is a huge deal, since this fan-favorite...
Less than three years after his arrest on four counts of first-degree murder and one felony count of burglary in the University of Idaho murders, convicted killer Bryan Kohberger’s early life is coming into focus. Kohberger was sentenced to four consecutive life sentences plus 10 years without the possibility of parole after breaking into a […]
Ciara is having a body party.
The "Level Up" singer recently bared the scars left over from her pregnancies with kids Future Zahir, 11, Sienna Princess, 8, Win Harrison, 5, and Amora Princess, 19...
Jason Kelce and father Ed Kelce are mourning a loss.
Less than a week after Ed’s girlfriend Maureen Maguire died at the age of 74, he was joined by the former Philadelphia Eagles center and his...
The disbanding of Teslaâs Dojo efforts follows the departure of around 20 workers, who left the automaker to start their own AI company dubbed DensityAI focused on data center services for industries.
George Clooney and Adam Sandler take an epic road trip through Europe in their upcoming movie, Jay Kelly. Fresh off the huge success of his long-awaited sequel Happy Gilmore 2 in July 2025, Sandler’s next project is a complete change in pace. The bittersweet comedy-drama Jay Kelly, which comes from Netflix and acclaimed filmmaker Noah […]
Looking for comfortable lounge pants when you have wider hips can be challenging. That’s where these elevated, barrel-style lounge pants come to the rescue. Soft, lightweight and endlessly versatile, these cozy-chic pants are just what your late summer and early fall wardrobe needs! Since they’re made with a slouchy fit, the bottoms aren’t tight around […]
Ariana Grande lifted the spirit of a young Wicked fan who is battling stage IV cancer with a sweet package and a special message. Kid influencer Brielle Bird, known online as Brie Stronger Than Cancer, took to Instagram on Wednesday, August 6, to share a video in which she showed off the package she received […]
The Baby-Sitters Club inspired fans to run their own day camps, form lifelong friendships and become mini entrepreneurs — and decades later, viewers are still enthralled with the cast. The 1995 film, which is based on the Baby-Sitters Club books, follows the lives of seven middle school–aged girls who create a daycare camp for kids. […]
All the dolls are dolling this year.
As PopSmart’s viral Labubu toys continue to take over social media, Disney created their own adorable plushies to keep collectors—and their bags—busy this...
Nicki Minaj got real about how difficult it is to recreate the balancing pose she did in 2013 that has since become the basis for the viral stiletto challenge. Minaj, 42, took to Instagram on Wednesday, August 6, to see if she still can balance in her stiletto heels while squatting down. In the Reel, […]
The Real Housewives of New Jersey alum Jacqueline Laurita and her husband, Christopher Laurita, were ordered to pay a massive $760,000 judgment after blowing off a lawsuit, Us Weekly can exclusively report. On July 3, a New Jersey judge entered a default judgment against Jacqueline, 55, and Christopher, 55, after they failed to respond to […]
Jason Kelce and wife Kylie Kelce showed their support for his dad, Ed Kelce, at the funeral of partner Maureen Maguire. In a photo obtained by TMZ, Jason, 37, was spotted wearing a pair of black pants and a button-up shirt with a black tie while walking alongside Kylie, 33, who donned a black dress […]
Jenny Han wants fans to know that there's still plenty of blank space for Taylor Swift tracks to fill in season three of The Summer I Turned Pretty.
While Taylor's 2022 track "You're Losing Me"...
Beverley Mitchell is placing her insecurities on the altar.
The 7th Heaven alum shared a vulnerable update about her recent social media usage and the reason she felt the urge to hide behind an...
During its big GPT-5 livestream on Thursday, OpenAI showed off a few charts that made the model seem quite impressive â but if you look closely, some graphs were a little bit off. In one, ironically showing how well GPT-5 does in âdeception evals across models,â the scale is all over the place. For âcoding […]
The Browser Company â the makers of the Arc browser â just launched a $20 per month subscription to its new AI-powered web browser, Dia, as reported earlier by TechCrunch. The new Dia Pro subscription comes with unlimited access to the browserâs chat feature, which lets you ask questions about the content in your tabs. […]
Catherine Zeta-Jones just proved that the right shoe is all it takes to serve main character energy. The Tony Award-winning actress stepped out in bold red stilettos that instantly turned heads — and we found a $41 version that serves the same star power. Spotted in New York City, the movie star looked like a total […]
Rocket Lab is taking the concept of an 'end-to-end' space company to new heights with a forthcoming acquisition.
The Pitt family mourned the loss of its matriarch, Jane Etta Pitt, in August 2025. Learn about Brad's late mother here.
Katie Thurston is killing former Bachelorette contestant Cody Menk with kindness — and comedy — in her latest social media clapback. “Remember this guy from my season? Me either,” Thurston, 34, quipped via her Instagram Story on Wednesday, August 6, sharing a photo of Menk, 32, during his time on her season of The Bachelorette. […]
You may be familiar with white noise, but what about pink noise, or brown noise? WIRED’s sleep expert walks you through the rainbow of benefits for bedtime.
Coding assistant startups are highly unprofitable, says a source familiar with Windsurf financials.
Joan Vassos calmed the internet’s worries about why fiancé Chock Chapple is not with her during her European vacation. “Hi everybody! I’ve been doing some really fun posts ‘cause I’m on a cruise in the Mediterranean with my friend Nancy,” the Golden Bachelorette, 62, said in an Instagram video on Wednesday August 6. “We are […]
It's a brand new day for Zendaya.
The Spider-Man: No Way Home star has officially added shoe designer to her resume after co-creating a new sneaker with her longtime stylist Law Roach and Swiss...
Anderson Cooper is going full-beard ahead.
While the CNN anchor is known for his signature silver hair, he debuted a new look while on hiatus from the news network: a shock of silver...
Reba McEntire and Narvel Blackstock’s 2015 split was not only the end of a 26-year marriage — it was also the disillusionment of a business empire. The former couple got together in the mid 1980s while Blackstock was working as McEntire’s tour manager. (The “Fancy” singer became a stepmother to her husband’s three children — […]
Long before meeting Kelly Clarkson, Brandon Blackstock found himself thrust into the music industry. After watching his father, Narvel Blackstock, find success as a manager for several high-profile musicians, Brandon decided to follow in his dad’s footsteps and work for various musicians at Starstruck Entertainment. According to the company’s website, Starstuck Entertainment manages several successful […]
Zach Bryan heard ex-girlfriend Brianna LaPaglia needed to get her nails done, so he needed to get his nails done. LaPaglia, 26, took to TikTok on Wednesday, August 6, to share what she was doing to prepare for her upcoming reality show Barstool Beach House. “So I leave for my other reality TV show tomorrow […]
Kelly Clarkson is gearing up for her return as the host of The Kelly Clarkson Show season 7. NBC confirmed in December 2024 that Clarkson’s eponymous talk show would be coming back for the 2025-2026 television season. “Kelly Clarkson is a national treasure. We couldn’t wait to announce another season of The Kelly Clarkson Show, […]
Liam Neeson and Pamela Anderson have Us swooning over their latest Naked Gun promo video. Neeson, 73, and Anderson, 58, enjoyed buckets of popcorn as they sat in a movie theater together in the video shared by The Naked Gun’s official Instagram page on Wednesday, August 6. One clip showed Anderson resting her head on […]
Laptops are great, but sometimes itâs simply just more convenient to use a tablet like the iPad Air. The Airâs easier to carry, after all, and still powerful enough to handle everything from streaming to taking notes and reading. And right now, the latest version of the Air is down to a new low price. […]
During their seven-year marriage, piece by piece, Brandon Blackstock gave Kelly Clarkson the stability she craved as a kid.And though they ultimately split in 2020—finalizing their divorce two...
Jaime King is being taken to court over an alleged $100,000 debt to her ex’s former divorce lawyer, Us Weekly can exclusively report. According to court documents obtained by Us, the powerhouse law firm Wasser, Cooperman & Mandles, where celebrity lawyer Laura Wasser is a partner, said King owes them $98,441.16 in unpaid fees and […]
Eminem’s ability to lose himself in his addiction prompted a major change.
In his new documentary Stans, the “Mockingbird” rapper reflected on his past habit of abusing prescription...
Following concerns about safety, Instagram head Adam Mosseri reassured users that the feature is opt-in, and noted that some people are âconfusedâ about how the feature works.Â
Jason Kelce thinks his wife, Kylie Kelce, is still learning to embrace fame despite her recent podcast success. Jason, 37, quipped on the Thursday, August 7, episode of the “Exciting Mics” podcast that Kylie’s podcast, “Not Gonna Lie,” is “better” than his and brother Travis Kelce’s “New Heights” podcast. (Kylie, 33, launched her podcast in […]
Keeping it real. Kelly Clarkson surprised some when she filed for divorce from Brandon Blackstock on June 4, 2020, after nearly seven years of marriage. At the time, a source exclusively told Us Weekly that the former couple “clashed on so many levels and being in quarantine together [amid the coronavirus pandemic] heightened their problems […]
There’s no denying it, stocking up on haircare essentials can cost a pretty penny. Thankfully, there are some beauty brands that deliver top-notch products without wallet-busting price tags. The Cantu Beauty Weightless collection is a perfect example. Available at Walmart, this collection cleanses, nourishes and combats frizz for less than $10 per product. Whether you […]
GPT-5 has finally arrived. Along with the announcement of the highly anticipated AI model, OpenAI also previewed several updates coming to ChatGPT, ranging from visual changes to improvements to the chatbotâs performance. Hereâs a rundown of all of the changes you can expect to see in ChatGPT. Say goodbye to the model picker With the […]
Brandon Blackstock‘s relationship with his former stepmother, Reba McEntire, remained strong through their respective divorces. Following her 1989 marriage to the talent manager’s father, Narvel Blackstock, the country superstar became close to Brandon. Brandon’s been my son forever it seems,” McEntire told Entertainment Tonight in October 2021. “Although he’s my stepson, I still love him […]
The father of one of Bryan Kohberger’s victims is fighting to protect his child’s memory.
Steve Goncalves—whose daughter Kaylee Goncalves was killed by the 30-year-old in November 2022 along with...
Justin Baldoni responded to Blake Lively’s allegations that his team leaked information about her deposition, Us Weekly can exclusively report. Baldoni’s lawyer Bryan Freedman wrote a letter to the New York judge presiding over Lively’s lawsuit on Wednesday, August 6. Freedman said Lively had no evidence to back up her claims. “This is not surprising […]
During today's Nintendo Indie World showcase, I had two epiphanies. The first was the realization that friendslop games are about to hit the Switch 2 like a falling piano in a Road Runner cartoon. The second was that I love that for me, because that means I can finally play them. My friends love "friendslop," […]
Savannah Blackstock Lee, daughter of Brandon Blackstock, announced she was pregnant with her second baby just one month before Blackstock’s death at age 48. “We’ve been keeping a couple sweet surprises,” Lee, 23, wrote in July via her Instagram account, which has since gone private. “One little girl will be making her arrival at the […]
It’s official: Skydance Media’s deal to purchase CBS parent company Paramount Global for $8 billion is complete, and incoming chairman / CEO David Ellison’s first order of business is a massive restructuring. In an open letter about his plans for Paramount, a Skydance Corporation (the merged companies’ new name), Ellison announced that, going forward, the […]
Before he was known as Kelly Clarkson’s ex-husband, the late Brandon Blackstock was married to Melissa Ashworth. Blackstock died at age 48 in August 2025, following a private health battle. (Clarkson announced that her ex was “ill” hours before he died.) “It is with great sadness that we share the news that Brandon Blackstock has […]
Back-to-school season is here, which means stocking up on backpacks, notebooks and pencils in prep. However, your kids aren’t the only ones that need back-to-school shopping. If you’re a busy mom, you’re always on your feet — going to the grocery store, sports practices and beyond. That means you need reliable sneakers. Want inspo? Jennifer […]
Donnie Wahlberg is gearing up for the premiere of his Blue Bloods spinoff, Boston Blue, teasing that fans won’t be disappointed in how it starts. “The first episode is going to blow people’s minds,” Wahlberg, 55, said on the Thursday, August 7, episode of Boston’s Billy & Lisa in the Morning. “I think people are […]
According to, Kylie Kelce, her newest addition is not gonna smile.
While hosting YouTube personality Ms. Rachel on her Not Gonna Lie podcast August 7, the moms discussed how it's been a struggle...
Kelly Clarkson’s ex-husband, Brandon Blackstock, privately battled cancer for three years before his death at age 48. “It is with great sadness that we share the news that Brandon Blackstock has passed away,” a rep for the family said in a statement to Us Weekly on Thursday, August 7. “Brandon bravely battled cancer for more than […]
Christie Brinkley has a suggestion for anyone considering marriage. “You could get married, like, ‘We’ll see if you want to renew it in five years,’” Brinkley, 71, said on the Thursday, August 7, episode of the “Are You a Charlotte?” podcast. “Every five years, go, ‘Do you want to renew?’” She added, “That way, if […]
Brandon's illness made headlines on August 6, 2025, when Kelly announced the postponement of her Vegas residency. Just one day later, he died. Find out what happened to him.
Sarah Ferguson’s alleged “obsessions” with celebrities are pretty relatable. According to the Daily Mail’s excerpt of Andrew Lownie’s upcoming book, Entitled: The Rise and Fall of the House of York, Ferguson allegedly had “amorous” feelings toward Kevin Costner. “After she plagued him with raunchy phone calls, he reputedly told friends, ‘She’s a woman crying out […]
Kelly Clarkson and her late ex-husband Brandon Blackstock‘s private romance captivated fans for years until their split in 2020. The American Idol alum and the talent manager began dating in 2011 and things moved pretty quickly from then. The couple announced their engagement in December 2012 and tied the knot less than one year later. Clarkson […]
Opportunity knocked for Jeremy Meeks in the most unexpected of places.
The then-30-year-old got his modeling start, so to speak, in June 2014 when he was arrested on felony weapons charges and his...
Brandon Blackstock had taken a step back from the spotlight in the years prior to his death. Blackstock, who died in August at the age of 48, was last publicly spotted at the Critics’ Choice Awards in January 2020. He walked the red carpet with then-wife Kelly Clarkson months before she filed for divorce that […]
The EU has authorized Brex to sell its spend management products directly in all 30 countries, "no workarounds required," CEO Pedro Franceschi said.
The August 2025 Perseids meteor shower will be at its peak for two days out of the month, but a waning gibbous moon might affect its visibility.
Jacob Elordi and Olivia Jade's relationship isn't feeling so euphoric.
Nearly four years after the Euphoria star and the YouTuber first sparked romance rumors, they have broken up, People...
Huda Kattan is currently facing backlash for sharing a controversial, antisemitic theory that claims Israel is responsible for wars and terrorist attacks. In July, the Huda Beauty founder repeated false claims that Israel was allegedly was “behind” World War 1, World War II, the September 11 terrorist attacks and Hamas’ attack on Israel on October […]
Brandon Blackstock entered the spotlight in 2012 when he started dating Kelly Clarkson — but the talent manager was actually no stranger to fame. The Texas native was born in 1976 to Narvel Blackstock and Elisa Gayle Ritter. After Narvel split from Ritter in 1988, Reba McEntire became Brandon’s stepmom. The country singer was married […]
Instagram has made it easier for you to find your friends.
Meta’s photo-sharing app unveiled a series of updates on Aug 6, including Instagram Maps, a customizable feature that allows users to...
Samsungâs latest Unpacked event came and went with no major announcements related to the companyâs Galaxy Buds lineup. However, if you donât want to wait for whatâs next, you can currently save on the Samsung Galaxy Buds FE, which are down to $46.99 ($53 off) at Woot. Thatâs their best price yet and a deal […]
Everyone needs a chic, wear-everywhere bag. We’re talking about one that goes with everything, gives any outfit a rich mom flair and doesn’t break the bank. Bags that check every box typically cost hundreds (if not thousands), but ShopLC’s selection seriously changes the game. Some of the brand’s most stylish, expensive-looking purses start at just […]
This week, Netflix added After the Sunset to its lineup. This action comedy originally hit theaters in 2004, and now it’s getting its most prominent streaming release to date. Woody Harrelson and Pierce Brosnan headline the film as a frustrated FBI agent and a world-class jewel thief, respectively. Instead of centering the movie around a drawn-out […]
Metaâs consumer VR headsets are already among the best you can get for their price points, but at a conference next week, the company is showing off some impressive-sounding research prototypes that could be a peek at what its headsets might be capable of in the future. One headset, called âTiramisu,â brings a ânew milestone […]
Steve Goncalves, the father of murdered University of Idaho student Kaylee Goncalves, insisted that the public deserves to know the details of Bryan Kohberger’s plea deal. “I think the public should demand [the truth] 100 percent. Sometimes the courtroom doesn’t realize that there is no courtroom without victims, and they need to represent them, people […]