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creative technology group

Halon Steps Out: New Independent Creative Powerhouse

July 14, 2026

Halon Entertainment, a Los Angeles studio famed for its creative work in film, games and advertising, has decided to break away from its parent company. The move comes after a management buyout led by chief executive Chris Ferriter, who has guided the company since its start in 2003. The studio’s

politics

Grooming Gangs and the Politics of Reporting

July 14, 2026

Three brothers from Sheffield—Amar, Kamar and Kamran Ilyas—were handed a total of 40 years behind bars on June 22, 2026. Their crimes spanned from 2004 to 2008 and involved the sexual abuse of five girls, some as young as twelve. One victim was assaulted by all three siblings, and Amar fled to Pakis

entertainment

Summer Stream Picks: New Shows and Movies to Watch

July 14, 2026

A fresh wave of stories is rolling out on streaming platforms this week. MGM+ launches a gritty crime drama that dives into the world of New York’s underbelly, featuring a tough lead played by J. K. Simmons. Documentary+ offers a four‑episode look at the hidden journey of a common household it

entertainment

A Quiet Visionary Turns Medellín’s Past into Film

July 14, 2026

Stillz, the Colombian‑American who keeps his face hidden behind a bandanna, has spent most of his career making music videos for big names like Bad Bunny and Rosalía. Yet when he steps off the set, he prefers to disappear from the spotlight, texting instead of talking on camera or phone. His new

politics

New York Puts a One‑Year Pause on Big Data Centers

July 14, 2026

The state is about to halt the building of massive data centers for a full year. This pause means no new permits will be approved for facilities that use fifty megawatts or more of power. The move places New York first in the country to take this step and sparks a wider debate about how tech g

technology

Tech Giants Face Street Protest Over AI Growth

July 14, 2026

Protesters marched in San Francisco’s downtown, moving between the headquarters of OpenAI, Anthropic and Google DeepMind. The aim was clear: stop the launch of new AI models that push the limits of power and complexity. The event, organized by Stop the AI Race, mixed concerns about machine safety

opinion

Putting the Phone on a Short Break

July 14, 2026

The first part of this experiment was simple: pull the phone out of your pocket and put it on a table. The second part is to keep that table in a place you can see the whole room from, so you don’t fall into the habit of scrolling while eating or watching TV. The author did exactly that, calling it

politics

Supreme Court Decision Sparks Debate Over Voting Rights

July 14, 2026

A Supreme Court ruling on April 29 has sparked intense discussion about the Voting Rights Act of 1965. Some people say the Court weakened the law, while others argue it was a misunderstanding of the case. The decision focused on a 1982 amendment, not the original act itself. The ruling used a compl

science

Wildfire Trail Tracker: A New Tool for Understanding Fire Spread

July 14, 2026

The latest resource gives scientists and land managers a clear view of how wildfires move across the western United States from 2020 to 2024. It pulls together high‑resolution shapes that show the edges of fires as they grow, taken from a fleet of infrared‑capable aircraft. These planes only fly whe

politics

Unexpected Shifts Ahead of 2026 Midterms

July 14, 2026

The political landscape is changing faster than many realize. After a six‑month pause, the news cycle has restarted with new challenges and surprises that could shape voter choices. One key story is in Maine, where a popular local figure once energized the Democratic base but has now fallen from gra