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An Apocalyptic Manga Has Done What Nothing Else Has So Far: Made Tourists Cancel Their Trips to Japan

Magnet

A Japanese manga published in 1999 warns of a natural disaster occurring in July. The prophecy is impacting tourism.

Physical Video Games Have Become Mere Paperweights. It’s a Disaster for Video Games as an Art Form

Video Games

Video games are a form of art, and it’s crucial to preserve them. Unfortunately, some physical games are failing to meet this goal.

True Crime Documentaries Have Been So Successful That Less Scrupulous AI Creators Are Exploiting the Genre, Opening a Moral Debate

Robotics and AI

True crime is an increasingly controversial genre due to the creation of content based on real events using AI models. Some even fabricate crimes entirely.

Steve Jobs Introduced an Emulator in 1999 That Allowed Any Mac to Run PlayStation Games. Sony Wasn’t Happy

Video Games

Every Mac functioned as a PlayStation for just $49.

In the Golden Age of MP3, Sony Made a Disastrous Mistake: It Put Malware on Its Music CDs

Music

Sony chose one of the most abusive protection systems to prevent song copying.

Playing Nintendo 64 Cartridges on an iPhone Is Something I Never Expected to Do: An Emulator and an Adapter Were All It Took

Video Games

The adapter used to play the cartridges costs $50.

Rockstar Games Releases Second GTA VI Trailer. It Shows a Stunning Leap, but Fans Still Have to Wait

Video Games

The second trailer arrives by surprise and shows a small but promising appetizer for the video game.

More Than 2.5 Million People Attended Lady Gaga’s Concert in Brazil. It’s Bad News for the Music Industry

Music

The attendance record symbolizes a significant crisis in the sector.

It’s Official: Rockstar Delays GTA VI. It Won’t Arrive Until 2026

Video Games

Bad news for the most anticipated game of the decade: It won’t be released this fall but in May 2026.

Microsoft Raises Xbox Console and Controller Prices Worldwide. Here’s What They Cost in the U.S.

Video Games

Microsoft has updated the prices of Xbox consoles and controllers worldwide.

Amid a Crisis of Faith Among Young People, the Church Has Discovered a New Way to Connect: TikTok Nuns

Magnet

Following Pope Francis’ death, nuns in Europe are working to ensure that religious vocation remains vibrant and doesn’t fade away.

The Death of the Pope Has Everyone Watching Conclave Again—Viewership Jumps 283%

Cinema and TV

Pope Francis’ recent death has spurred renewed interest in the film about his succession.

New Fantastic Four Trailer Reveals More Than Visuals—It Hints at Marvel’s Plan to Escape the MCU Slump

Cinema and TV

All eyes are on the upcoming installment, which promises to restore the team’s legacy and help Marvel regain its momentum.

A Minecraft Movie Is Such a Phenomenon That It’s Causing Riots in Theaters

Cinema and TV

The blockbuster is hiding something: It’s a movie that makes people interact with the screen.

The White Lotus Is Proof That All You Need Is a Group of Millionaires Vacationing on Your Shores to Attract Tourists

Magnet

Each location featured in the three seasons of The White Lotus has become a trendy tourist destination.

Exploring Spotify’s Financial ‘Miracle’: This Is How the Company Reported a Profit After 18 Years of Losses

Business and Economics

Spotify has finally moved past a long period of negative balance. This transition to profitability has resulted in both winners and losers.

With Simple Plans and Non-Exclusive Programming, YouTube Is About to Do the Unthinkable: Beat Disney

Streaming

With revenues exceeding $54 billion in 2024, YouTube has only one more giant to surpass.

MrBeast Has Found a More Lucrative Business Than Creating YouTube Videos: Selling Chocolate

Business and Economics

MrBeast has made millions by creating some of the most watched videos on YouTube. However, he's now discovered a more profitable way to increase his wealth: chocolate bars.