Sunday, July 12, 2026

‘Ted Lasso’s Cristó Fernández Makes U.S. Pro Soccer Debut With El Paso Locomotive FC

Cristó Fernández, a star from the TV show Ted Lasso, made his professional soccer debut with El Paso Locomotive FC in the United States. He played as a substitute in a match against New Mexico United, which the Texas team lost 2-0. Fernández had previously played with Tecos FC at the youth level before signing with El Paso in May.

cinema · Source: Deadline

‘Evil Dead Burn’ Director Breaks Down His Brand of French Brutality, From Practical Effects and Real Fire to That Post-Credits Scene

Director Sébastien Vaniček discusses his approach to crafting the most brutal 'Evil Dead' installment yet, including practical effects, real fire, and the film's post-credits scene.

cinema · Source: Variety

‘Off Campus’ Series Creator Slams Pay Disparity Reports As “Far From Correct”: “I Fight For Gender Pay Parity”

Series creator Louisa Levy has responded to reports of pay disparity on the Prime Video show 'Off Campus'. Levy called out the figures as 'far from correct' and emphasized her commitment to gender pay parity.

cinema · Source: Deadline

Wai Ching Ho, Veteran Actor Who Appeared in ‘Daredevil’ and ‘Iron Fist,’ Dies at 82

Veteran actor Wai Ching Ho has passed away at the age of 82. She was known for her roles in Marvel series such as 'Daredevil' and 'Iron Fist.' Ho also voiced Grandma Wu in the Pixar film 'Turning Red' and had a role in the comedy series 'Awkwafina Is Nora from Queens.'

cinema · Source: Variety

Lorde says Ray-Ban Meta AI glasses are ‘not sexy’

Singer Lorde expressed her disapproval of AI glasses during a performance in Madrid. She stated that it's increasingly hard to know what's real and what's not, and that AI glasses are 'not sexy.' This comes as Meta faces renewed scrutiny over its smart glasses.

tech · Source: The Verge

The Soft Pink Truth's Shall We Go On Sinning So That Grace May Increase? is hypnotic, healing, and hopeful

The Soft Pink Truth's Shall We Go On Sinning So That Grace May Increase? is a beautiful and spontaneous feeling record that serves as a balm in trying times. The album leans heavily on live instrumentation and musicians bouncing ideas off each other in real time, creating a sense of spontaneity and celebration of human creativity. The record is a meditation on the rise of global fascism, but it's also a hopeful and healing work that explores the power of art to bring people together.

tech · Source: The Verge

Sacha Baron Cohen’s Ali G Shows Up At Wimbledon Amid News Of New Movie

Sacha Baron Cohen attended the 2026 Wimbledon Tennis Championships, where his alter-ego Ali G was also spotted. The news comes as a new Ali G movie is being filmed in secret. Ali G is a comedic character known for making fun of people who appropriate culture.

cinema · Source: Deadline

‘Moana’ Capsizes With $95M WW Opening; Dwayne Johnson Pic Poised To Lose $100M-$125M: Here’s Why

Disney's live-action remake of Moana is expected to lose between $100M-$125M in its first cycle after a $95M WW opening. The film's release date and high production cost are cited as reasons for its underperformance. Disney is in competition with itself in the family space, with Moana getting beat by Toy Story 5 in family-friendly markets.

cinema · Source: Deadline

Emerging Directors Need to Be 'Brave,' 'Curious,' 'Pushy' and 'Fearless,' Say Industry Leaders Behind Future Frames Program

Industry leaders gathered at the Karlovy Vary Film Festival to discuss the success of the Future Frames program, which helps emerging European directors. They emphasized the importance of access, financial support, and mentorship in fostering up-and-coming talent. The program provides a month-long scholarship in Los Angeles for one director each year, offering a chance to learn from industry professionals and build connections.

cinema · Source: Variety

‘The Invite’ Dines Out At No. 6 For Weekend In Solid National Expansion; ‘Reading Lolita in Tehran’ At The Angelika – Specialty Box Office

A24's The Invite by Olivia Wilde expanded to a limited nationwide footprint of 1,610 locations in week 3, grossing over $5.7 million for a $7.38 million cume and a no. 6 spot at the domestic box office. The film adaptation of Azar Nafisi's bestselling memoir, Reading Lolita in Tehran, opened exclusively at NYC's Angelika Film Center to an estimated $15k. Other ranked indies this weekend include Angel Studios' Young Washington, Obsession from Focus Features, and A24's Backrooms.

cinema · Source: Deadline

‘Avengers: Doomsday’ Art Director Unveils Character Illustration: “A Beast To Paint”

Andy Park, the art director of Avengers: Doomsday, has unveiled a character illustration of the film's cast, which includes Chris Hemsworth, Anthony Mackie, and Robert Downey Jr. The illustration is a tribute to Park's journey as the director of visual development at Marvel Studios. Park expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to work on the film and shared his experience of creating the illustration.

cinema · Source: Deadline

Box Office: ‘Moana’ Struggles With $52 Million Overseas, ‘Toy Story 5’ Powers to $879 Million Globally

Disney's live-action remake 'Moana' struggled to make waves at the box office, bringing in $52 million internationally and $95 million worldwide. In contrast, 'Toy Story 5' remained a draw in its fourth weekend, generating $879.1 million globally. The film has become the biggest of the 31-year-old property.

cinema · Source: Variety

Apple’s failed self-driving car program left a legacy of powerful AI chips

Apple's self-driving car program never gained traction, but it led to significant advancements in AI chip development. The company's Neural Engine, which debuted with the iPhone X, has become a cornerstone of its AI strategy. Apple is accelerating development of the M7 Ultra, which will support up to 1.5TB of RAM.

tech · Source: The Verge

‘Avengers: Doomsday’ Concept Art Reveals First Look at Robert Downey Jr.’s Doctor Doom, Returning X-Men Characters

Concept art for 'Avengers: Doomsday' has been released, giving fans their first look at Robert Downey Jr.'s Doctor Doom and returning X-Men characters. The art was shared by former Marvel visual department director Andy Park on social media. 'Doomsday' is set to be Marvel's biggest movie yet, with a sprawling cast of superheroes.

cinema · Source: Variety

‘Michael’ Crosses $1 Billion, First Biopic to Surpass Coveted Box Office Milestone

The biopic about Michael Jackson has generated $629.8 million overseas and $371.8 million domestically, bringing its global tally to $1.001 billion. The film has been breaking records and shattering expectations since landing on the big screen in April. It has also become the highest-grossing musical biopic, surpassing 2018's Queen sensation 'Bohemian Rhapsody' with $911 million worldwide.

cinema · Source: Variety

Box Office: ‘Moana’ Flounders With $43 Million Debut, Among Weakest of Disney’s Live-Action Remakes

Disney's live-action remake of 'Moana' has had a disappointing opening weekend, earning $43 million from 3,827 North American theaters. The film's production budget is estimated to be around $250 million, making it one of the weakest openings for a Disney live-action remake. The film's poor performance is attributed to its close proximity to the animated sequel, which became a billion-dollar smash.

cinema · Source: Variety

One of SteelSeries’ best gaming headsets is over $100 off

SteelSeries has discounted its Arctis Nova Pro Wireless gaming headset by over $100. The headset is available in both black and white and supports active noise cancellation, swappable batteries, and Bluetooth connectivity. The discounted price is due to damaged packaging.

tech · Source: The Verge

How Philips Hue got the smart home right

Philips Hue has come close to achieving the perfect smart home experience. Its products are user-friendly, adaptable, and invisible. The company's early adoption of smart home platforms and its focus on making smart devices work seamlessly have contributed to its success.

tech · Source: The Verge

Less is more with the Oura Ring 5

The Oura Ring 5 is a smart ring designed for new users, offering a great casual health tracker experience. However, those with the Oura Ring 4 may not need to upgrade, as the new model's features are mostly aesthetic updates. The Ring 5 has a thinner design, metal finish, and wireless charging capabilities, but its battery life and software features are similar to the previous model.

tech · Source: The Verge