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Snap settles lawsuit accusing platform of fueling teen depression and eating disorders

The plaintiffs said they started using YouTube as young as age 3 and other social media platforms at around age 9 and developed compulsive usage habits that they attributed to…

Thunder announce that they'll retire Russell Westbrook's jersey No. 0 in February

Westbrook wiped back tears when the announcement was made.

‘RHOP’ recap: Wendy grills Tia & Rob over dating app scandal

“Virtual Reali-Tea” co-hosts Danny Murphy and Evan Real unpack season 11, episode 4 of the “Real Housewives of Potomac.” Wendy Osefo questions Tia Glover’s husband, Rob, about why…

JuJu Watkins recovery timeline: Inside USC star's lengthy road to return from ACL injury

Here's a breakdown of why Watkins missed so much time in the past 19 months.

James Bond frontrunner Jack Lowden breaks silence on ‘flattering’ casting rumors

The "Slow Horses" actor and Callum Turner were named to be among the finalist to portray the special agent in the upcoming reboot.

Yaxel Lendeborg continues to revive a Warriors team everyone left for dead

Golden State's prized rookie is off to one of the most impressive starts in NBA history and it could be enough to have the Warriors rethinking their plans

Russia Senses Opportunity in Polish Political Turmoil

After its sometime allies were ousted in elections in Hungary and Serbia, Moscow has seized on Poland’s constitutional standoff in its effort to weaken Europe’s support for…

Ford promises not to sell your driving habits to data brokers

Ford vowed to never sell customer driving data to third-party data brokers as part of a new privacy promise aimed at setting the automaker apart from competitors that have faced…

Jake Paul sends clear warning to Cedric Doumbe ahead of Christmas Eve spectacle

On December 24, at the Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai, Jake Paul vs Cedric Doumbe will headline a Most Valuable Promotions fight card, with the event’s global distribution and further…

How A.I. Is Making It Easier Than Ever to Microtarget Voters

Hyper-personalized messages, delivered with A.I.-enabled precision, herald a new frontier for voter outreach (and potential disinformation).

Grading every NBA lottery pick's first two weeks as impressive 2026 rookie class dazzles early

Darius Acuff Jr., Yaxel Lendeborg, Cameron Boozer and Caleb Wilson are just some of the names who have looked great so far

‘In the City’ Season 2 new cast members revealed after Amanda Batula exit

Bravo's "In the City" Season 2 adds five new cast members as Amanda Batula and Danielle Olivera exit.

Here’s the latest.

Democrats Are Leading or Tied in 7 Battleground Governor’s Races, Polls Find

Strong performances underscore how a favorable political environment may be lifting up Democrats, new New York Times/Siena polls found.

Driven Unveils Original Programming Slate, Including Series Starring Tom Nelson, Emelia Hartford and Tanner Foust (EXCLUSIVE)

Automotive enthusiast-centric interactive streaming platform Driven has unveiled its initial original programming slate beginning with “Art of Speed” starring renowned engine…

Ranking every WNBA championship team: Where are the Valkyries?

Las Vegas' 2023 title team topped our rankings two years ago. Where do the 2026 Valkyries fit in?

‘Ellen DeGeneres Show’ EP Matthew Wright Dies at 52 in ‘Unfathomable Tragedy’; DeGeneres Shares Tearful Video Calling Him the ‘Glue to Our Family’

Matthew Wright, an executive producer on “The Ellen DeGeneres Show,” died Oct. 30 in an “unfathomable tragedy,” according to a GoFundMe campaign for his family. He was 52. “In an…

Iran Says It Would Reopen Strait of Hormuz in 2 Days as Part of U.S. Deal

Iranian officials spoke of some progress in negotiating to reopen the strait, a vital oil and gas shipping lane, even as they prepare for all-out war.

NASA telescope is plunging back to Earth after 22 years in orbit

The Swift Observatory is barely clinging to space after a failed rescue effort left it tottering lower and lower.

MLS: Miami finds its feet with Decision Day coming up

Which teams are in the best position heading into Decision Day? All this and more in the latest edition of ESPN's MLS Power Rankings.

NWSL: Gotham FC claims No. 1 with first NWSL Shield

There can only be one No. 1 in our rankings, with Gotham FC adding yet more hardware to their trophy cabinet.

Why some websites are blocking AI agents from accessing the web

AI agents can be a great tool to help make purchases for you online - but it can become a frustrating problem if the website you're using blocks their access.

MS NOW Will Make Two Local Watch Parties Part of Election Night Coverage

Look for MS NOW to offer a little red and purple as it chronicles what may be a blue splash on Election Night. The Versant Media-backed news outlet will hold forth from special…

Defense, healthcare, crypto and AI: How the midterm election could affect stocks

Democratic gains in Congress could bring tougher oversight of major companies and shift billions of dollars in federal spending and regulatory policy.

Oklahoma expected to promote Jason Witten to offensive coordinator after Ben Arbuckle firing

The former Dallas Cowboys star makes a massive leap from the Texas private high school ranks to the SEC with veteran analyst Kevin Wilson expected to assist

Anthropic clamps down on Claude’s AI video game clones

Anthropic has updated Claude Code's system prompt to prevent the AI tool from being used to recreate existing video games, as reported by Tom's Hardware. Retro gaming is currently…

Anthropic Reveals $17 Billion in Revenue as I.P.O. Approaches

The A.I. company’s quarterly revenue totaled $17 billion, 12 times as high as the same quarter last year, while its net loss totaled $23 billion.

Abdul El-Sayed’s campaign reports record fundraising day as Haley Stevens faces backlash for endorsing his opponent – live

Democratic candidate for Michigan US Senate seat raised $2.4m on Sunday after congresswoman Haley Stevens pulled her endorsement of him in favor of Trump-backed Mike Rogers Sign…

Texas governor race tightens in prediction markets, but Abbott remains favored

Prediction markets still show the Republican incumbent favored to win a fourth term, but the odds have narrowed in recent weeks.

Island Boys' Flyysoulja Hospitalized After Drug Overdose

Flyysoulja of the Island Boys suffered a drug overdose that landed him in a Miami trauma unit ... TMZ has learned. Flyysoulja tells TMZ ... he overdosed on a combination of…

Why did a Democrat endorse a rival Republican in Michigan? - The Latest

Democratic congresswoman Haley Stevens has endorsed the Republican candidate for the Senate after a spat with her party’s own candidate in Michigan, Abdul El-Sayed. The…

Lindsay Clancy judge says he's leaning toward retrial in March

Prosecutors in Lindsay Clancy's case say they plan to have her stand trial a second time, with the judge leaning toward a possible March retrial.

Will Smith and ex Sheree Zampino are all smiles during Australia getaway after Jada Pinkett Smith reconciliation

The exes, who share son Trey, arrived at Sydney Airport after Will wrapped his upcoming movie, "Supermax."

Marc Maron to Be Honored With Inaugural Richard Lewis Award at Comedy Gives Back Gala

The Richard Lewis Humor & Humanity Gala, dubbed "a night of comedy and neurosis," is set to take place at Hollywood Improv in Los Angeles on Nov. 15. Jeff Garlin will host and…

John Turturro on Nearly Robbing Someone to Practice for ‘The Only Living Pickpocket in New York,’ Fighting to Save His 2005 Musical ‘Romance & Cigarettes’ and the Knicks Championship

John Turturro never actually picked a pocket on the subway, but he came close. “I had my hand, like, right, sort of almost in the bag,” he tells Variety. “But then I felt like,…

Social Security may have to cut retirement benefits in six years. Here's how much money is at stake for beneficiaries

The latest projections show Social Security may have to cut retirement benefits in six years. Here's what may happen if Congress doesn't prevent that.

Salma Hayek transforms into BFF Penélope Cruz for Halloween 2026

The actress paid homage to her longtime bestie with a surprising new look.

Shilo Sanders Flees Restaurant After Alleged Threat, Captured On camera

Shilo Sanders had to cut a food review short in West Palm after a man got in his face over his famous dad ... and the whole thing played out on camera. Shilo posted the footage to…

Xbox’s former COO has ‘serious concerns’ about her abrupt departure

Xbox's former chief operating officer, Helen Chiang, suddenly left Microsoft less than two weeks ago after being promoted into the role in July. I wrote in my Notepad newsletter…

Trump Account holders to receive SpaceX stock from Gwynne Shotwell in December

Eligible Trump Account holders will begin receiving donated shares of SpaceX stock in December, President and COO Gwynne Shotwell said in a post on X.

Fake nuclear warning from hacked app sparks unease but not panic in Ukraine

Many Ukrainians, who have faced years of Russian attacks, did not take the messages seriously and doubted their veracity.

After Israel’s election: What’s next?

Knesset member Ofer Cassif argues that the ‘politics of exclusion’ keep Israel in political deadlock.

US petrol prices dip ahead of midterms as voters eye costs

Diesel prices ease to $6.29 per gallon, offering slight relief amid a global fuel demand squeeze.

Coming in 2027: Apple’s $1,000 home robot for FaceTime and switching on lights

Apple robot backed by CEO John Ternus may have hefty price tag and limited uses.

Love Taylor Swift’s leather pencil skirt? We found similar styles starting at $18

This classic wardrobe staple never goes out of style.

Chili’s customers suffer burns after sipping margaritas mistakenly made with cleaning agent

A Chili’s Grill & Bar in North Carolina is back in business after three customers and two workers suffered chemical burns on their mouths from sipping margaritas mistakenly made…

'Below Deck' Sexual Battery Case Involving Gary King Settled

The sexual battery lawsuit filed against Bravo, NBC, and "Below Deck Sailing Yacht" star Gary King has been settled ... TMZ has learned. Makeup artist Samantha Suarez's legal team…

TMZ Streaming Live, Come Into Our Newsroom and Watch Things Happen!

We want you to be a part of TMZ, so every weekday, between 10:30 AM and 12:00 PM PT, we take you inside our newsroom via live stream. You never know what you're gonna get ... a…

Introducing TMZ's 24-Hour Las Vegas Takeover, Vote For Who Had the Best 24 Hours

TMZ takes Vegas ... Harvey challenged 3 TMZ staffers to live it up in Vegas for 24 hours ... and whoever had the best day wins a $20,000 trip to the Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand…

The 119th Congress did more by making government do less

In an op-ed, House Republican Conference Chairwoman Lisa McClain argues that the 119th Congress focused on reducing federal authority through record-breaking regulatory repeals,…

'Bachelor' Alum Melissa Rycroft Allegedly Crashed Into Ambulance Before DWI Arrest

Former 'Bachelor' star Melissa Rycroft allegedly smashed into an ambulance and drove off before cops caught up to her and busted her for DWI in Texas. The Southlake Police…

The internet's latest obsession: The end of the world

The world seems convinced the end is near — and social media is amplifying that belief, convincing people to stock up on food, water, generators and other items. Why it matters:…

Haley Stevens endorses Mike Rogers, ditches far-left Abdul El-Sayed

Unsurprisingly, Democrats are furious, and are roundly denouncing her as a traitor.

If hackers can take control of a supermarket freezer, how vulnerable is other tech?

Dozens of shops across European countries have been hit by a cyber-attack affecting their fridges.

John Goodman Says ‘Digger’ Was ‘Killed’ by Critics ‘Before We Even Opened’ and ‘It Hurt’

John Goodman is finally speaking out about “Digger” flopping with critics and at the box office. During an appearance on the “Happy Sad Confused” podcast, the actor said all of…

Russian bombing of Ukrainian aid centre kills 24 people: Zelenskyy

President calls attack further proof that Russia does not want any ‌kind of de-escalation or real justice.

Apple reports after the bell. Options traders expect a big move

War Is Coming in the ‘Percy Jackson’ Season 3 Trailer

The Disney+ show takes a more menacing turn in the season based on 'The Titan's Curse.'

Manufacturing sector marks 10 straight months of growth ahead of midterms

U.S. manufacturing activity expanded slightly in October, marking 10 straight months of growth leading into the midterms. The manufacturing purchasing managers’ index (PMI) was…

Options traders are getting anxious on Palantir and Apple ahead of earnings

Apple, Palantir puts were in demand ahead of earnings.

It may take weeks to tally the midterm election results. Here’s why Wall Street isn’t worried.

It’s crucial to distinguish economic from political uncertainty, because only one really moves the stock market.

Think twice before putting your gaming console inside a cabinet

A cabinet might seem like a convenient spot for your console, but it can't provide enough airflow for the system to run safely.

The bond-market rally is defying the typical investing playbook. Here’s why.

The U.S. economy expanded at its fastest clip in over five years during the third quarter, according to the Commerce Department’s initial reading on GDP. Yet despite a barrage of…

Michaels, Home Depot and Birch Lane all have Christmas trees on sale this week for up to 50% off

Retailers are already discounting prelit Christmas trees for the holidays — save up to 50% on trees from Home Depot, Michael’s, Birch Lane and more.

Trump to speak at D.C. Reflecting Pool as campaign nears finish line

President Trump is holding an event Monday at the Washington, D.C. Reflecting Pool, while Michigan Democrats assess the fallout from a cross-party endorsement.

Trump administration turns to SCOTUS in California ballot case

The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court to mandate that California separate ballots of more than 20,000 voters the government suspects are "likely" non-citizens. The big…

Judge dismisses charges against FBI agents involved in Hunter Biden case

A federal judge tossed charges accusing two former FBI officials of lying to Congress about Hunter Biden investigation.

Storms expected to hit parts of Texas and Kansas on election day

Soggy, dreary weather is expected to hit the central U.S. as voters head to the polls Tuesday, but experts said the impact on the electoral outcome is expected to be minimal.

SpaceX is reportedly looking at buying Boost Mobile or using its cell network

A potential deal with Boost Mobile could serve as a shortcut to establishing SpaceX as a mobile carrier.

Claude’s new rules against game cloning won’t stop the AI copying boom

The tsunami of imitators is way bigger than any one model maker can stem.

Supreme Court to hear religious liberty case over Colorado preschools

The Archdiocese of Denver and Catholic preschools said they were unlawfully excluded from Colorado's universal preschool program over their refusal to admit students from LGBTQ…

OpenAI pitches data center power plants as a way to protect nearby areas

In an announcement on Monday, OpenAI says it will pilot its "Grid Protectors Program" at an upcoming data center in Effingham County, Georgia, where the company promises to free…

Don't kill license plate readers: Instead, have Congress rewrite the rules

Former police chief Brian O'Hara argues that instead of banning license plate readers due to privacy concerns and misuse, Congress should implement strict federal regulations…

‘She’s a Type A personality’: My stepmother wants me to repay my late father’s $40,000 wedding gift. Should I oblige?

“About two months after his funeral, my stepmother called and said she wanted the money back.”

Variety’s ‘A Night in the Writers’ Room: Awards Season Edition’ Returns for 2026

Variety’s “A Night in the Writers’ Room” returns for its annual “Awards Season Edition” on Nov. 11 in Los Angeles. This highly anticipated event will shine a spotlight on the fall…

Stock market after midterm elections: What S&P 500 history shows

Midterms historically precede a strong year for the S&P 500. What to know if Democrats win back Congress

Mystery celebrity who threatened suicide over sexual misconduct set to learn his fate in court

The anonymous man has already attempted suicide twice.

Burger King Employee Wears Blackface To Work on Halloween, Fast Food Chain Responds

Burger King is under fire after an employee wore blatant blackface while working the drive-thru on Halloween ... and now the fast food chain is speaking out. A viral video shows…

Is Polymarket Legal in California? November 2026 Status

Find out if Polymarket is legal in California, how it's regulated, and what you can trade there in 2026.

In one of the largest deals in tech history, Marvell buys Lumentum for $115B

Marvell's planned purchase of Lumentum is one of the biggest acquisitions in tech history. And they both have the same strategic investor: Nvidia.