
IDFA 2026 Opens With Myanmar Resistance Doc as Festival Unveils 253 Films
IDFA's 39th edition opens with a Myanmar resistance documentary and programs 253 films from 80 countries, from Iran's beauty policing to Ukraine's front lines.

IDFA's 39th edition opens with a Myanmar resistance documentary and programs 253 films from 80 countries, from Iran's beauty policing to Ukraine's front lines.

Oracle's stock is down 51% in a year even as its $664 billion AI backlog and 121% cloud growth signal a massive bet. Here's what the AI spending boom means for investors and the broader economy.

The Baywatch reboot is betting on Los Angeles to prove Hollywood can still compete. Showrunner Matt Nix tells Deadline why the iconic series is a love letter to the city and its production industry.

From 'it's fine' to 'nobody gets everything they want,' these 11 phrases reveal when you're accepting less than you deserve in love. Here's how to recognize settling and demand more.

The Falcons are favorites for the first time in years, but can they avoid the classic letdown? Our staff breaks down the Ravens matchup, the return of Penix, and why this game is about more than football.

UCLA's defense forced seven turnovers and backup QB Ty Dieffenbach delivered a clutch touchdown pass to Wayne Knight, leading the Bruins to a 17-15 win over Oregon and keeping their undefeated season alive.

Steam is giving away two games free to keep until October 12, plus four DLC bundles. Here is what you can claim and why these offers matter.

Adult Swim's breakout animated hit returns in January with a new villain, deeper mysteries, and a sharper critique of who gets to control medicine.

Panic's quirky handheld keeps delivering inventive games at a price that undercuts the rest of the industry. Season 3 makes the deal even sweeter.

Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te announced a plan to raise defense spending to 5 percent of GDP by 2030, emphasizing technological transformation and deeper U.S. cooperation, including a China-free drone supply chain.

The Oasis reunion documentary has become the year's biggest music doc, but its real subject is the fans. Here's what it says about class, community, and the future of Bond.

The viral 'sticky eyes' flirting technique has a real psychological basis. Here's why sustained eye contact signals interest, vulnerability, and better communication.

Chuck Lorre reveals the toxic power struggle on 'Roseanne,' exposing Hollywood's deeper issues with ego, collaboration, and accountability.

Jim Bakker, the televangelist who built a Christian broadcasting empire before its collapse in sex and financial scandals, has died at 86. His life left a complicated legacy.

Nintendo's Switch Sports Resort blends casual fun with classic game nods, offering inclusive, motion-controlled play that brings people together. Here's what to expect.

A home server user ditches TrueNAS for Debian and Cockpit, reclaiming 2.5GB of RAM and gaining flexibility. Here's how the swap works and what you lose.

Former House Speaker Dennis Hastert, who served prison time for concealing abuse of teenage boys, has died at 84. A look at his rise, fall, and lasting impact on Congress.

Pro player SuperBrine reached Tekken 8's God of Destruction rank while blindfolded, sparking debates about game difficulty, accessibility, and what true skill means.

Micron and Sandisk have both soared on AI demand, but only one has the structural edge to deliver stronger returns over the next five years. Here's the breakdown.

UNC proved they can compete with elite teams, but turnovers and a shaky run defense led to another frustrating loss against Notre Dame.

The Columbus Blue Jackets host the Utah Mammoth in a rivalry defined by overtime thrillers. Both teams are 1-0-0, and history says expect extra hockey.

Wayne Brady steps away from Ms. Blakk for President after a vocal polyp diagnosis, opening up about the mental toll and his path to recovery.

The new Netflix documentary 'The Widower' chronicles the chilling case of Thomas Randolph, a man convicted of murdering two of his six wives. Here's what to know about the investigation, the trials, and where Randolph is now.

Christa Pike survived a botched lethal injection in Tennessee. Her attorneys call it cruel and predictable, reigniting the death penalty debate and questions about state accountability.

Mike Flanagan's Carrie series updates Stephen King's classic for the social media age, turning teen horror into a sharp critique of bullying, public schools, and modern parenting.

Jackson Proctor came to South Dakota hoping to be the starting quarterback. Instead, the sixth-year transfer has become one of the Coyotes' most electric offensive weapons, scoring twice against Youngstown State and mentoring the young starter who beat him out.

Nearly 1 in 5 people who experience a mini-stroke may develop dementia within two decades, a new Canadian study finds. The risk peaks in the first year and persists long-term.

Trump renames AI as 'super intelligence' in a bid to reshape public opinion, as polls show Americans remain deeply skeptical and industry leaders warn of risks.

The eviction of an 87-year-old woman from her Madrid home of 70 years has sparked mass protests and a political battle over housing rights in Spain.
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