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Mase has faced questions from fans about supporting Diddy in his upcoming criminal trial, with his decision left up to his audience through his podcast. Over the years, the two have a storied history together, collaborating on numerous tracks including "Harlem World," "Mo Money Mo Problems," and others. --- This summary captures Mase's dilemma and their collaborative past effectively.

A rebellion among Labour MPs is swirling around proposed £5bn benefit cuts, with many refusing to back the legislation as they tighten eligibility criteria for disabled individuals—potentially excluding those unable to manage basic hygiene. Despite calls for a long-awaited child poverty strategy and additional funding, resistance remains fierce, with officials warning the timing of crucial votes could make the issue non-negotiable.

Foreign visitors to Japan jumped 28.5% in April to hit a record-breaking 3.91 million people, with the surge driven by the spring cherry blossom season. This marks the highest monthly visitor count on record and eclipses the previous peak of 3.78 million set in January 2025.

Workers in Kawasaki were put at risk when a warehouse they were part of collapsed during demolition, killing one and injuring four others. A 70s worker suffered severe injuries from a head injury, while three younger men sustained minor injuries. Helicopter footage showed scattered silver panels indicating structural collapse on the second floor, and nearby security cameras captured the dramatic event with a loud bang and white smoke, likely from debris.

Steve Hilton, once David Cameron’s top adviser and now a former advertising executive, has shocked the political world by announcing his bid for California governor as a Republican, countering Gavin Newsom’s Democratic ambitions. Hilton plans to focus on practical solutions like boosting jobs and housing while criticizing state Democrats for high taxes and soaring home prices. Known for his unique style of “positive populism,” Hilton also hinted at supporting Kamala Harris in her potential run against him.

8BitDo launched an all-button arcade controller designed for competitive fighting games, featuring a sleek slim profile with two versions: one officially licensed by Xbox and another compatible with PC and Nintendo Switch. The controller offers 20 hours of wireless battery life, customizable controls including programmable buttons and a tournament lock to prevent disqualifications, while the standard version supports wired play for better performance. Priced at $89.99 and $99.99, it will ship in North America starting July 15 and August 15 respectively.

Judas Priest, the legendary heavy-metal band, will release a career-spanning documentary directed by Tom Morello, his former bandmate and co-founder. Titled *The Ballad of Judas Priest*, the film explores the band's 50-year journey from their Birmingham roots to their Rock & Roll Hall of Fame status. Including Sam Dunn as a co-director, the project aims to capture the band's impact on heavy metal while highlighting their inclusive legacy. The documentary will air later this year, offering fans an intimate look into Judas Priest's groundbreaking history.

The SwitchBot K10+ Robot Vacuum is priced at $400 and combines a handheld vacuum with mopping capabilities, designed for small spaces like apartments. While it effectively cleans in its intended environment with adequate suction power, it lacks features such as reusability of parts and higher suction power compared to more expensive models. The robot uses LiDAR navigation and has an intuitive design, making it ideal for compact spaces but not suitable for larger areas due to its compact size and inability to reuse the wet wipe plate without a water tank.

A tragic airstrike in Gaza City claimed the lives of eight members of Palestinian photojournalist Osama al-Arbid's family, including women and children. The attack occurred unexpectedly at their home during the night, leaving al-Arbid unharmed but requiring hospitalization for treatment.

Beyoncé surprised fans at her Cowboy Carter tour when her youngest daughter, Rumi, made her stage debut alongside Blue Ivy during a performance of "Protector." The mom-daughter duo also appeared together in front of backup dancers for songs like "America Has a Problem," "Deja Vu," and "Texas Hold 'Em," capturing attention as part of Beyoncé's triumphant opening show. The event, marking Netflix's NFL Christmas Gameday, was preceded by their performance at an earlier show in Houston on Christmas Day, where they celebrated with "Texas Hold 'Em."

The June 2025 Xbox Game Pass update brings a stellar lineup of multiplayer games, including FBC Firebreak, Rematch, Symphonia, and Space Marine Master Crafted Edition. Known for its deep lore and chaotic universe, Firebreak immerses players in Control's world as a cleanup crew. Meanwhile, Rematch offers fun soccer-based multiplayer that doesn’t require a passion for the sport. Symphonia captivates indie fans with its unique symphony mechanics. Two standout games make this update worth subscribing to.

The article highlights how side hustles intended to boost savings and career advancement have turned into second jobs causing burnout for many Americans. A survey reveals that 67% of side hustle workers feel exhausted, with Gen Z and millennials most affected. Burnout often starts within eight hours a week and worsens when balancing multiple gigs. Side hustles also strain relationships, mental health, and sleep, while only a small fraction seek professional help. Despite the stress, AI tools like ChatGPT have reduced some pressure. Yet, 76% of Gen Z and millennials still recommend side hustling as essential in an already expensive job market where wages haven’t kept up.

The gripping race for South Korea’s presidency saw Lee Jae-myung and Kim Moon-soo navigate extraordinary challenges as they aim to secure their positions amid weeks of turmoil following President Yoon Suk Yeol’s impeachment. Lee, raised in poverty by working in sweatshops, defied systemic adversity to rise to power, while Kim, imprisoned and tortured for anti-government activities, thrived under duress. Both candidates emerged as formidable figures as the campaign shifts focus to Yoon’s ideological right-wing People Power Party, which supports Kim despite his refusal to apologize during martial law imposition, contrasting with its criticism of Yoon’s cabinet members.

Google Fi has launched an Unlimited Essentials plan at $35 per month with unlimited calls and data plus 30GB of high-speed data, offering affordable options for budget-conscious users. The plan includes features like spam call blocking, a VPN, and 5G support where available. Customers can upgrade to higher-tier plans with more data or choose the Flexible plan based on usage. Google Fi also expanded its international coverage to over 92 countries and now supports iPhone 13 models for 5G access. A special promotion lets new customers receive free Pixel devices after a year.

The beloved Leisure Suit Larry series may soon be calling its final chapter on Steam as rights holders Codemasters/EA decide whether to renew or cancel the license. However, the retro gaming community is still hopeful thanks to the availability of GOG versions and an upcoming $30 Retro Bundle, offering fans a chance to relive the franchise's history before it disappears forever. Until then, let’s keep those wet dreams alive!

Instacart has appointed Chris Rogers as its new CEO effective August 15, joining the Board of Directors alongside his previous role as Chief Business Officer. Rogers brings extensive experience from Apple and Procter & Gamble, having led retail relationships and business strategy at Instacart before stepping into a senior leadership role. His appointment follows Fidji Simo's departure to join OpenAI as CEO, with Instacart focusing on maintaining its mission of being the central hub for shopping and family care under Rogers' leadership.

Grange Chung, the Liberal candidate for Reid, faced backlash for a four-page Anzac Day booklet that included imagery of himself in military uniform and encouraged voting for him, despite being endorsed by the NSW Liberal Party. The booklet also linked to a political how-to-vote card in Reid, where nearly a quarter of residents identify as Chinese-Australian. Chung apologized for the material, which he described as "deeply personal," but the defence department advised against using military imagery politically. Meanwhile, other politicians like Barnaby Joyce declined to make political points during Anzac Day.

Jeff Bridges has expressed interest in a sequel to *The Big Lebowski*, playing "The Dude" in the 1998 Cohen Brothers film. His co-star, Julianne Moore, reportedly shared his enthusiasm during a Q&A after the movie’s screening. Bridges jokingly mentioned their fantasy of a Coen Brothers sequel but noted it’s unlikely they’d return to the film’s subject matter. Despite its modest box office at release, *The Big Lebowski* remains a cult classic, famous for its eccentric characters and memorable soundtrack.

Basketball fans are split over who deserves MVP as Nikola Jokic continues to dominate with a triple-double average while Shai Gilgeous-Alexander shuts down opponents. This season sees both players pushing for hardware, with neither prioritizing MVP awards over their teams' playoff success.

Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker were thrilled as they officially welcomed their baby boy, Rocky, to a special event in Fontana, California—a city where his dad had an impact by having a street renamed in his name. The proud parents showed off their youngest son, who appeared at ease in a black sports jersey and joggers, snuggled in Kourtney's arms. The family celebrated together, including Travis' other son, Landon, as they enjoyed a golf cart ride while Fontana showed its support for their own son. It was Rocky's debut public appearance since he became a central part of the couple's life just months prior.

In the struggle between progress and decay, the legacy of centuries of building institutions—constitutional frameworks, alliances, legal systems, scientific advancements, media outlets, charities, businesses, and universities—faces an existential threat from Trumpism, which prioritizes power acquisition over principle. This ideology, driven by personal ambition and a disdain for higher human virtues like learning or compassion, seeks to dismantle these very institutions that have historically fostered harmony, justice, and well-being. As it does so, the future of civilization as we know it stands in jeopardy.

President Trump sparked controversy by wearing a bright blue suit to Pope Francis' funeral in Rome, drawing criticism for not adhering to Vatican guidelines and for appearing out of place amid widespread black attire. Many on social media lambasted his choice, with some linking his outfit to Volodymyr Zelensky's decision at the White House but noting Trump had previously worn a black suit at another funeral. The White House Communications Director acknowledged the proper respect during the event.

This week on Two Game Tuesday, there’s something for everyone this time! One is a classic indie parkour-platformer from 2021 that finally made its way to my radar, promising a thrilling historical action thriller with non-linear gameplay. The other is an upcoming base-building strategy game set for Q2 2025, which already has me hooked thanks to its unique twist of a pickup truck zip-lining into battle. Both are pure gamefection!

"The Paper," a new spin-off of 'The Office,' will premiere exclusively on Peacock in September. Focused on the revival of a Toledo newspaper through journalism, it features a star-studded cast including Oscar Nuñez reprising his role as Oscar from The Office. Co-created by Greg Daniels and Michael Koman, this series aims to attract both current and former 'The Office' fans with its unique premise, marking Peacock's strategic move into original content after struggling with its back catalog."

Oblivion Remastered dropped on April 25th, surprising Bethesda and fans with a sudden release of a game they expected as a PS3 remaster. While many felt nostalgia for its old days, VR performance issues like occasional crashes were noted in a review by LunchAndVR, though the VR mod suggested potential future improvements. Redditors praised the game's VR accessibility despite it being not designed specifically for it.

JOGO, founded by creator Typical Gamer (Andre Rebello), has acquired RHQ Creative to bolster its Unreal Engine for Fortnite (UEFN) map library. This move aims to expand JOGO's competitive scene with high-quality training maps designed by Quinn Gannon, a Fortnite pro and community leader. The acquisition integrates JOGO’s infrastructure to enhance content creation and publishing, allowing the studio to focus on professional player development. With this deal, JOGO is capitalizing on UEFN's growing competitive audience, marking a significant step in its evolution as a leading creator and studio within the space.

Meta has teamed up with a shuttered nuclear power plant in Illinois to keep it operational for 20 years, adding an extra 30 megawatts of energy output. This collaboration helps Meta expand its operations and reduce its carbon footprint by providing clean energy certificates from the plant's management, Constellation Energy, which had already applied to renew its license until 2047. As Meta's first Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with a nuclear facility, this move underscores its commitment to sustainable energy sources while addressing challenges like rising emissions tied to AI growth.

This flavorful vegetable dish, known for its versatility as both a side and a main meal, pairs perfectly with plain rice or flatbreads. Its basic yet rich taste makes it satisfying to enjoy on its own, while also complementing other dishes like tomato purée and spices such as coriander, cumin, and turmeric enhance its flavor. The dish typically takes about an hour to prepare, making it a convenient choice for busy eaters seeking a hearty and nutritious meal.

SpAItial, backed by a $13 million seed round, aims to revolutionize 3D environment creation from text prompts using AI and AR/VR technologies. Co-founded by former Synthesia team members, the startup leverages its expertise in AI to build interactive spaces without direct competition from established players like Odyssey or World Labs. Its goal is to streamline 3D creation into processes as intuitive as video game development, enabling rapid prototyping for developers.

Tanner Buchanan, Garrett Wareing, and Quvenzhané Wallis stars in Alexander J. Farrell's *Hide and Don’t Speak*, a supernatural horror thriller inspired by a real-life Japanese viral game. Produced by Range Media with Mister Smith handling international sales, the film blends terrifying narrative tension with a unique premise involving players summoning a vengeful spirit for hide-and_seek. Producers Brian Kavanaugh-Jones, Fred Berger, and Matt Coatsworth highlight the film's bold take on the source material, while director Farrell emphasizes reimagining something innocent into a terrifying nightmare. UTA and Range Select co-represent U.S. rights.

"Deadpool & Wolverine shattered records with an R-rated box office success, outperforming previous Deadpool films and relying on a strong marketing campaign amid post-strike production challenges."

Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS) has evolved from a niche concept into a mature, profit-driven model over the past decade. Its growth is fueled by revenue-sharing incentives, affiliate recruitment, and performance-based compensation, attracting both casual and professional actors alike. The emergence of platforms like TOX in 2015 marked significant milestones, introducing affiliate-based distribution and revenue sharing as foundational elements of RaaS today. Despite these advancements, ransomware remains persistent due to its accessibility combined with professional sophistication, prompting organizations to prioritize early detection and resilience against evolving threats.

A man in his 30s was found dead at the scene of a stabbing in a Derby Lloyds Bank branch on Tuesday afternoon. Police have launched a murder investigation and expect significant police presence in the area for some time. Two men were arrested, one accused of murder and another of assisting an offender. A Lloyds spokesperson expressed sympathies to the family and highlighted their cooperation with police. Police Insp. Tony Owen emphasized that this incident is being treated as isolated while urging the public to remain patient during the investigation.

As global threats multiply, the United States Navy finds itself stretched thin across multiple regions. In the Middle East, it must respond to Israel’s conflict with Hamas while managing instability in Syria. This means that, after deploying a carrier strike group to deter Russia in the European theater, the U.S. Navy must now operate with the Middle East crisis in mind, particularly in the Eastern Mediterranean. At the heart of the United States’ problem and planning dilemma is a growing mismatch between strategic ambition and naval capability. Meanwhile, the U.S. Navy has to modernize aging submarines, keep pace with new missile threats and maintain a credible nuclear deterrent — all while struggling with delays, rising costs and labor shortages.

The Trump administration faces setbacks in its efforts to deport foreign students protesting Israel's policies. Two high-profile cases involving Mahmoud Khalil and Rumeysa Ozturk are being processed, with Khalil facing deportation from Louisiana while his case is heard locally, and Ozturk being transferred from New Jersey to Vermont despite Trump administration appeals. Both cases highlight challenges in enforcing immigration laws remotely and disputes over the legal basis for detaining students without concrete evidence. The administration's use of a rarely invoked 1952 law to justify deporting pro-Palestinian students has raised concerns about suspect justification and due process.

Bing has rolled out an AI-powered video tool called Bing Video Creator, which uses OpenAI's Sora to generate short videos based on text prompts. Available free in the mobile app now, it will soon come to desktops and Copilot Search. Microsoft has invested heavily in OpenAI, bringing its DALL-E image generation to Bing last year.

AI researchers have demonstrated that large language models can be trained using only public domain and open-source materials, challenging the assertion that such data is essential for AI development. They developed an 8 TB dataset sourced from publicly available resources, including books from the Library of Congress, and trained a seven-billion-parameter model that performed comparably to existing models like Meta's Llama 2-7B. Despite its potential, the model was less powerful due to manual annotation and legal complexities in sourcing data. This study offers a more ethical alternative for AI development but faces challenges in practical implementation.

The third government auction of stockpiled rice saw a decrease in average selling price to ¥20,302 per 60 kg, marking an additional drop from the second auction. With six bidders achieving a successful bidding rate of nearly 100%, the sales highlighted a shift in harvest timing, with the third auction featuring rice from 2023, unlike previous auctions that included 2024 crops. Meanwhile, despite extended availability, retail prices remain elevated, with supermarket averages at ¥4,220 per 5 kg, the highest in 16 consecutive weeks.

EXCLUSIVE: Marco Calvani, who most recently starred in Netflix‘s The Four Seasons, is set to co-write and direct his second feature film, Capitana. Calvani was in Cannes last week, and he previously wrote and directed debut feature High Tide, which premiered at SXSW in 2024. “I am generally drawn to stories that put people who are at the margins, in the forefront,” Calvani tells Deadline. These stories are so timely.”Calling Klemp a “modern day hero,” Calvani says that the subject of refugees is “the biggest issue of our current societies. From acting to directing and back to acting againBefore Four Seasons, Calvani had not acted in film and television in over ten years.

IGN's 404 error for "Another Quote" humorously references Commander Shepard's iconic line, "I'm Commander Shepard, and this my favorite store on the citadel," suggesting the quote became a cultural touchstone after the site couldn't locate it. The incident underscores how even minor internet mishaps can turn into viral moments, especially when tied to beloved quotes from popular culture.

It’s nearly match time again, and goal kickers are key to deciding game outcomes. Diego Domínguez tops the list with an incredible scoring record, combining soft-shoe skills with ruthless finishing. Meanwhile, Dan Biggar, despite struggles in his prime, remains a rock in high-pressure moments. Leigh Halfpenny, still topping the charts at 40, proves why he’s considered the gold standard of kicker reliability.

Dentsu, a leading advertising company, is pioneering an innovative AI-powered app called Tuna Scope to evaluate tuna quality for global markets. This smartphone-based tool uses advanced deep learning techniques, analyzing images of tuna tails and insights from expert evaluators to grade tuna on a three or five-level scale. By leveraging this technology in countries with tuna fishing industries beyond Japan, Dentsu aims to enhance the efficiency and sustainability of the fishing sector worldwide.

Pedro Pascal reflects on the shocking death of Joel in "The Last of Us," expressing his surprise at how it aligns with the video game's narrative while respecting the source material's impact. He shares his emotional reaction during filming, noting the actors' reactions and his own process of active denial about Joel's fate. Additionally, he discusses how this moment has affected Bella Ramsey’s character Ellie, who underwent intense emotion upon learning of Joel's death. --- This response starts with a hook highlighting Pascal's reflection on the show's twist, then succinctly covers key points about his experience, including his feelings and impact on other characters.

Marvel and DC are collaborating once again for a crossover event featuring Batman and Deadpool in splash-page one-shot comics. The Marvel comic, written by Zeb Wells (Deadpool) and illustrated by Greg Capullo (Wolverine), will explore Deadpool’s involvement in Gotham City against Batman’s wishes. Meanwhile, Grant Morrison (All Star Superman) and Dan Mora (Batman/Superman) will craft the DC-originated story. Past collaborations over two decades highlight this pairing's significance. While details on future "backup adventures" are under wraps, fans are eager to see how these iconic characters clash. This marks an intriguing possibility for a potential big-screen film connection.

Each episode of the first chapter in Season 2 has its own unique strengths: Episode 1 introduces key characters and sets the stage for the rebellion, while Episode 2 deepens character development and explores complex emotional beats. Episode 3 offers cross-cutting narrative elements that tie together various plotlines with a memorable music sequence. Viewers may prefer different episodes based on whether they value character growth or intricate storytelling. Ultimately, it comes down to personal preference between focusing on emotional depth (Episode 2) or narrative complexity and unity (Episode 3).

Exciting news: Netflix has renewed the critically acclaimed Canadian Arctic comedy *North of North* for a second season, marking its first series from Canada and a co-production with CBC/APTN. Stacey Aglok MacDonald and Alethea Arnaquq-Baril created this heartwarming tale about Siaja, an Inuk woman rebuilding her life in a remote Arctic town, while awaiting the 100% Rotten Tomatoes score that resonated with audiences. The show's creators and cast are thrilled to return for more, including actors like Maika Harper and Stacey Aglok MacDonald, who shared their joy at reuniting for this upcoming adventure.