Backrooms on 4K UHD and Blu-ray Is Up for Preorder at Amazon
The psychological horror movie Backrooms is getting a home release in November, when it hits 4K UHD Blu-ray for the first time.
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Today’s Vergecast: The many pluses and minuses of Alexa Plus.
Amazon is determined to turn Alexa Plus into a do-everything AI assistant that can compete with Gemini, ChatGPT, Claude, and the rest. But after a year of testing, The Verge’s Jen Tuohy has mixed feelings on how it’s all going. And on whether a new tablet is the right way to fix it. Watch | Listen | Get ad-free [Media: https://youtu.be/AhHB6eLlQ_8]
Progress is name of the game when it comes to the Raiders
A month into the regular season, and the Las Vegas Raiders can at least say that they are ahead of schedule.
‘We don’t want this right now’: James Talarico off the trail with the flu for 12 days
The bitter fight over a Texas Senate seat that Democrats believe is within reach for the first time in decades should be ramping up right now.
ELI STEELE: France's schools are burning. White guilt is helping fan the flames
A burning school in Nantes and Palestinian flags in the streets reveal how White guilt fuels France's student protests, author and filmmaker Eli Steele argues
America has enjoyed the greatest free lunch in history: Vivek Wadhwa reacts to Green Card crackdown on 8 IT companies, says they aren't the visa abusers
Indian-American entrepreneur Vivek Wadhwa strongly reacted to the Donald Trump administration's suspension PERM program for eight IT giants, including
Cowboys guard Tyler Smith set to make his season debut against the Bucs coming off thumb surgery
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Dallas Cowboys left guard Tyler Smith is set to make his season debut against Tampa Bay on Thursday night after the three-time Pro Bo...
Did Yankees bro curse the Bronx Bombers?
The New York Yankees haven’t won a title since Yankees bro went viral in the 2010 ALCS
ICE detainees in Georgia used the facility’s video calling software to expose the conditions inside
Asylum seekers at the Folkston ICE Processing Center decried Trump’s ‘deportation courts’ in a video taken behind bars.
José Mourinho reflects on the ‘transformation’ in coaching since the days of Ferguson and Wenger
Real Madrid boss José Mourinho believes there has been a 'transformation' within coaching circles over the past couple of decades following the glory days of...
So, where do the Atlanta Braves go from here following another Postseason exit?
Well, at least it’s clear as to what needs to be improved. ‘How’ is the big question, though.
Saints renew a mostly torturous series history against the Vikings
The Saints must reverse a disturbing home trend in New Orleans and redeem a nightmare history with the Minnesota Vikings in Week 5.
Another HBCU basketball player detained by ICE
After ICE released Aminata Seck on bail, another HBCU basketball player has been detained. Mississippi Valley State basketball player Qingfang Pang was deta...
Jessica Chastain Reveals the ‘Painful’ Secret to her Terrifying Smile in Other Mommy
Jessica Chastain explained how she pulled off the terrifying facial expression she makes as the Other Mommy, saying that physical “pain” was a central part of getting her uncanny smile just right.
Jeffries vows immediate anti-corruption push next year: ‘Hold the crooks accountable’
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) is vowing that Democrats, if they win the House in next month’s midterms, will launch immediate investigations into corruption allegations against President Trump, his family and other associates who have benefited financially during the early years of his second term. “What we’ve seen from the Trump cartel is that…
'We've got to get into the grind': Pat Cummins urges Australia to move beyond individual brilliance
Pat Cummins is emphasizing the importance of adopting a patient approach as Australia prepares for their Test match against South Africa. Given the fast-pace...
Yankees fans should buckle up for the latest on Aaron Boone's future
Following a disappointing exit in the ALDS against the Rays, the New York Yankees' plans for manager Aaron Boone may not be what fans want to hear.
Nebraska Christian therapists sue city over ban on helping minors accept their biological sex
The Thomas More Society claims Lincoln, Nebraska's, ordinance threatens therapists with jail and fines for helping minors address unwanted same-sex attraction.
Before Indian shooting found glory, avid marksman Nana Patekar gave it a shot in the arm
Nana Patekar boosted Indian shooting in the 1990s by funding rifles and kits for women shooters, helping future Olympians like Anjali Bhagwat and Suma Shirur.
Former OpenAI safety researchers ask for more transparency about their firings.
In a letter to OpenAI, Tomek Korbak, Jasmine Wang, and Mikita Balesni push back on OpenAI’s claims that they shared confidential information with an outside AI safety group. The three researchers say they “acted in line with OpenAI’s mission,” and raise concern that their firings could “justify ending OpenAI’s work with METR,” the AI safety organization that investigated the rogue Hugging Face hack. [Link: Mikita Balesni (@balesni) | https://x.com/balesni/status/2108262814003687745?s=20 | X (formerly Twitter)]
‘Nana inhabited every role’: Friends remember a restless actor shaped by Marathi theatre
Friends and colleagues recall Nana Patekar’s journey from Marathi theatre to iconic films like Natsamrat, praising his grit, humility, and role immersion.
Nashik mourns the loss of a beloved son-in-law
Nashik mourns veteran actor Nana Patekar’s demise, remembered as its beloved “son-in-law” for family ties, visits, theatre support, and farmer advocacy.
Xbox XP's First Task Should Be the Halo Movie We Never Got
Microsoft has just announced Xbox XP, a new division aimed at getting cool experiences – be they movies, TV shows, theme park attractions, etc. – made out of its many intellectual properties. And that's how Microsoft can erase the memory of the TV show you probably already forgot anyway. No, I'm not suggesting that they necessarily dust off Garland's 20-year-old script (unless it's awesome, then by all means, do it!), but by turning Halo into the movie we deserve but never got.
BBC News quiz of the week: How long did it take for Glastonbury tickets to sell out?
How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?
Patrick Mahomes’ father can’t simply walk into Arrowhead to watch his son. Here’s why
Patrick Mahomes’ father, Pat Mahomes Sr., will be able to watch his son take the field at Arrowhead Stadium, but there is a catch.
Who is Eric Deters? The MAGA donor Kimberly Guilfoyle sought $100,000 from for AmEx bill
Eric Deters, a former Kentucky congressional candidate and longtime ally of President Trump, has emerged in the national spotlight after an explosive report revealed his alleged text exchanges with U.S. Ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle over her credit card debt. The Wall Street Journal reported Wednesday that Guilfoyle, ex-wife of California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D)…
Matchbox The Movie Is Exactly What You Expect From A Movie Tied To Wee Metal Cars That Don't Do Anything Except Roll
Matchbox The Movie is glitzy, glossy and hollow, never even trying to present something original. Everything is safe and familiar and easy, which has always been Hollywood's go-to answer for trying to hit as many quadrants as possible, thus potentially making the most money.
UK sport tickets: Price increases analysed for the Ashes, Wimbledon, Silverstone and more
The price of sports tickets and TV subscriptions are on the rise - so what is behind the increases and how are they justified?
Jon Stewart tells Democrats to 'govern' and skip 'performative' Trump impeachment if they win
Jon Stewart warned Democrats against the "performative play" of impeaching President Donald Trump, urging the party to govern and fix the issues killing people now.
MrBeast Auctions Off the Original Sketch of His Logo With Estimated Value of $20,000
The original pencil sketch of Jimmy ‘MrBeast’ Donaldson’s famous logo is being auctioned off, and experts estimate that it could be worth over $20,000.
Tim Cook says ‘I’m not meddling’ in the new Apple CEO’s business
Tim Cook stepped down as Apple CEO in September, but in an interview with The Independent, Cook says he’s “not meddling” in new CEO John Ternus’ work.
The Trump administration seems like its leaning toward allowing unapproved peptides.
So says The Washington Post. I’ve been writing about gray-market peptides in Optimizer, but this is a follow-up to July’s FDA hearings about whether compounding pharmacies should be allowed to sell unapproved peptides. It’s unclear which ones, and the timing could change, but the Post says this might give the administration a “political upside.” [Link: Trump administration paving way for temporary sale of some unapproved peptides | https://www.washingtonpost.com/health/2026/10/07/trump-administration-paving-way-temporary-sale-some-unapproved-peptides/ | The Washington Post]
NFL Urges the Supreme Court to Rule on Regulation of Prediction Markets
The NFL is urging the Supreme Court to rule on the regulation of prediction markets, arguing in an amicus brief filed Thursday that states — which already regulate legal sports books — are better positioned to oversee sports-related contracts "given the current landscape."
Tony Romo disqualified from golf tournament the same day he parted ways with CBS after OWI arrest
Tony Romo ran into an issue with his scorecard on the final day of a pre-qualifier.
Israeli settlers take Palestinian olives, and their harvest traditions
As Israeli settlers harvest olives on Palestinian land, farmers face growing violence and loss of an ancient tradition.
St. Louis Fed's Musalem sees more rate hikes in the next 6 months
St. Louis Federal Reserve president Alberto Musalem said inflation is elevated, driven by persistent demand pressures and recurring negative supply shocks, w...
Inspiring story on family: “My road to success began the day my grandfather and his wife officially adopted my sister and me”- Simone Biles reflects on the people who shaped her journey
For Simone Biles, success did not begin with an Olympic gold medal, a world championship title or a difficult gymnastics routine.
Work will not stop, whether I am here or not: Nana Patekar refused to look away from Maharashtra’s farm crisis
Nana Patekar’s NAAM Foundation aided Maharashtra farmers with drought relief, education support and flood rehabilitation, leaving a lasting rural legacy.
Illinois woman disappears on trip with boyfriend who returned home without her, mother says
Alyssa Smith vanished after a Chicago trip with her boyfriend, who returned home without her, her mom said. Possible sightings near Grant Park are under review.