Illegal plate-flipping devices sold online in Malaysia, aid rogue motorists in evading law
The plate flipper can instantly conceal or swop a vehicle’s registration number using a remote control.
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eTickets Is Now Using AI-Generated Band Photos
A few months ago, an AI-generated psych-rock band called the Velvet Sundown racked up hundreds of thousands of Spotify streams. Now, the AI nightmare continues with ticket reseller company eTickets using AI-generated band photos on their website for some reason.
Pussy Riot Members Sentenced to Prison in Absentia Over Anti-War Performances
Five members were sentenced to a range of eight-to-13 years by Moscow’s Basmanny District Court
The Evolution of How Rappers Construct Their Rhymes
In this video, Vox’s Estelle Caswell and Martin Conner break down how rappers construct their rhymes and how it’s changed and evolved since rap’s early days. As someone who doesn’t know a whole lot about music and even less about rapping but appreciates both, this was super
Trump's state visit is mired with potential pitfalls despite careful planning
Months of preparations have gone into this state visit - but the Lord Mandelson question is not the only concern troubling insiders.
AI challenges the dominance of Google search
The popularity of ChatGPT has raised questions about the future of traditional Google searches.
Senate Republicans ready Obamacare rescue
The legislation is still in development but it would tie policy changes to an extension.
Hollow Knight: Silksong player melts its hardest bosses with an endless fountain of tools: 'I think I unlocked easy mode'
I wish I knew this sooner.
US, China near TikTok deal to finally resolve the question of app’s ‘secret sauce’ algorithm: sources
The deal sets the stage for the creation of a new US company worth as much as $50 billion that would serve 172 million US users.
Paula Shaw, Actress in ‘Freddy vs. Jason’ and Hallmark Holiday Telefilms, Dies at 84
A lifetime member of The Actors Studio, she also appeared as the mother of Andie MacDowell’s character on ‘Cedar Cove.’
Brazil still waiting for visas to attend UN General Assembly
Brazilian officials are still waiting for US authorities to approve their visas to attend the upcoming 80th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York, particularly after the Palestinian delegation was denied entry documents.
Tuesday's big stock stories: What's likely to move the market in the next trading session
The S&P 500 and Nasdaq hit record highs on Monday. What's next for the benchmarks?
Trump’s Biggest Corruption Scandal Isn’t Getting Enough Attention
A New York Times exposé published Monday tells the tale of two back-to-back deals that enriched three powerful families: the Trumps, the Witkoffs (as in Trump’s Middle East envoy, Steve Witkoff), and the ruling family of the United Arab Emirates. In one deal, announced in May,
Your Zodiac Sign Is 2,000 Years Out of Date. “Over millennia, our...
Your Zodiac Sign Is 2,000 Years Out of Date . “Over millennia, our view of the stars has shifted, because of Earth’s wobble. It may be time to rethink your sign.” (I actually wrote about this 26 years ago .) 💬 Join the discussion on kottke.org →
Ecuador toughens measures for Venezuelan migrants
The Ecuadorean Government of President Daniel Noboa decided on Monday to terminate a 15-year-old migration agreement whereby Venezuelan nationals were granted a simplified visa and residency process.
China accuses Nvidia, other US chipmakers of monopoly and dumping
China has used antitrust and anti-dumping regulations to curb American chipmakers after the United States added 23 Chinese firms to its Entity List for national security reasons. Citing a preliminary investigation, the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) said
Commentary: China and South Asia need consensus on water amid tensions
Though the collective challenge of water scarcity is obvious, India’s relations with China and Pakistan remain in a stalemate, says Hasan Jafri.
Paging Bruce Wayne: ‘The Batman’ Star Robert Pattinson Had Issues Opening Sequel Script
No spoilers here, but Matt Reeves said the follow-up film delivers another mystery and new things for Pattinson to do: "The things that it does for his character, for Batman and for Bruce, have never been done before.”
Silksong has sold more than 3.2 million copies on Steam in less than 2 weeks, industry analyst firm estimates
A shaw-inspiring success.
Ice Cube Explains How That Awful War Of The Worlds Movie Happened
The rapper and actor says it was shot in about two weeks and the director wasn't even present The post Ice Cube Explains How That Awful War Of The Worlds Movie Happened appeared first on Kotaku .
Show of unity with Putin and Kim could complicate Xi’s diplomacy
If the purpose of a rare joint appearance of the leaders of Russia, North Korea and China on September 3, 2025, was to foster unity among allies, then early indicators suggest it’s already working – but elsewhere. Two days after the trio met in Beijing, Japan and Australia
Activists Face Hate Crime Charges for Anti-Israel Graffiti
The three defendants spray-painted the exterior of a Texas church that had expressed support for the Israeli military online.
Cardi B Taps Selena Gomez, Janet Jackson, Lizzo, More Stars for ‘Am I the Drama?’ Album
Spotify unveiled the album’s collaborators — which also include Megan Thee Stallion, Tyla, and Cash Cobain — on billboards across the United States
I just found out I've been using Silksong's powerful Thread Storm ability wrong this entire time
Holding Thread Storm longer is risky, but can improve your DPS.
CDC Panel to Review Childhood Vaccines: What's at Stake
What to know about the three shots under scrutiny by RFK Jr’s advisers and the data behind them
Mary McDonnell Joins Marvel’s ‘Vision’ Series and Thriller Film ‘One Second After’ (Exclusive)
The two-time Academy Award nominee is set to star opposite Josh Holloway and Hannah John-Kamen in the movie adapting the 2009 novel.
Reviews of the best mp3 players you can buy in 2025. “MP3...
Reviews of the best mp3 players you can buy in 2025 . “MP3 players — or digital audio players, as they should more accurately be called — are seeing a small resurgence…” 💬 Join the discussion on kottke.org →
How to defeat the Last Judge in Hollow Knight: Silksong
Silksong's Last Judge boss fight is one of the game's most challenging battles. Here's how to beat the Last Judge
New layered material successfully confines terahertz light to the nanoscale
A new study has successfully demonstrated the confinement of terahertz (THz) light to nanoscale dimensions using a new type of layered material. This could lead to improvements in optoelectronic devices such as infrared emitters used in remote controls and night vision and
Trump Officially Spreads His Fascist Military Takeover to Memphis
President Trump and Attorney General Pam Bondi want to “Make Memphis Great Again.” On Monday, the president signed a presidential memorandum to establish the “Memphis Safe Task Force,” delivering on weeks of threats to send federally controlled law enforcement into the Blackest
Calvin Harris Accuses Financial Advisor Of Stealing $22.5 Million For Real Estate “Boondoggle”
More money, more problems, as they say. Calvin Harris, the Scottish producer who was the world’s highest-paid DJ for most of the 2010s, has accused his financial advisor of stealing $22.5 million from him to fund a “boondoggle” Hollywood real estate development.
Cardi B Enlists Janet Jackson, Selena Gomez, Lizzo for Sophomore Album ‘Am I the Drama?’
Cardi B has revealed the features for her upcoming album “Am I the Drama?,” releasing this Friday. The rapper has tapped a roster of guests including Summer Walker, Selena Gomez, Kehlani, Lizzo, Cash Cobain, Tyla, Janet Jackson and Megan Thee Stallion. She unveiled the features
Janet Jackson, Selena Gomez, Cash Cobain, & More Are On Cardi B’s Am I The Drama?
Cardi B’s second album is coming out this week. Did you know that? Do you even care? In terms of both measurable stats (like chart placements for her singles) and intangible vibes (like the deep cloud of apathy hanging over her entire rollout), it seems like Cardi missed her
The Borderlands 4 PC Performance Fiasco, Explained
Gearbox's looter shooter is at the center of a debate about DLSS, PC requirements, and performance in modern games The post The Borderlands 4 PC Performance Fiasco, Explained appeared first on Kotaku .
How to defeat Bio-Bulkhead in Borderlands 4
Learn how to defeat Bio-Bulkhead, one of the bosses in Borderlands 4, how to destroy its shield, and the rewards you receive from beating it.
Why the U.S. military is striking boats from Venezuela
Nearly two weeks after a deadly U.S. strike on a boat in the Caribbean, questions loom over Trump’s new war on terror and drugs. This afternoon, Trump announced another strike on a boat from Venezuela.
Female Directors Were Shut Out From Directing Summer Blockbusters: ‘The U.S. Senate is More Progressive Than Hollywood’ (Guest Column)
Films by male directors ruled the box office this summer. The boys-only cadre of helmers included Gareth Edwards (“Jurassic World: Rebirth”), James Gunn (“Superman”), Joseph Kosinski (“F1”), and Len Wiseman (“Ballerina”). While women directed a few smaller budget films, such as
Charlie Kirk’s books, podcasts skyrocket to top of charts after assassination
His forthcoming book, “Stop, in the Name of God: Why Honoring the Sabbath Will Transform Your Life,” shot to the top slot as Amazon’s best-selling book.
UK appoints new ambassador to Argentina in the Bicentenary year of diplomatic relations
The new British Ambassador to Argentina, David Cairns, presented his credentials on Thursday to Foreign Minister Gerardo Werthein at the Palacio San Martín. Both officials reviewed the state of bilateral relations and highlighted the upcoming visit to Buenos Aires by the UK’s
Listening to the Paintings of Serj Tankian
An exhibition of artworks by the System of a Down frontman at the Armenian Museum of America pairs his works with music he composed especially for them.
How Oasis Conquered the U.S.A.
Oasis’ five-date U.S. tour had more cultural impact than many acts’ yearlong runs — here’s how we got here
Will The Super Mario Galaxy Movie give us that deep Peach-Rosalina lore?
Nintendo and Illumination's sequel to The Super Mario Bros. Movie is going to space — and possibly into deep Peach lore.
Clipse Perform First Ever Rap Concert At The Vatican
They joined John Legend at the event. The post Clipse Perform First Ever Rap Concert At The Vatican appeared first on HipHopDX .
Scientists uncover how cellular receptors trigger inflammation and sensory changes
In two new studies, scientists at Oregon Health & Science University have uncovered detailed blueprints of how certain molecular "gates" in human cells work—findings that could open doors to new treatments for conditions ranging from certain cancers and brain diseases to
Africa: Africa and Foreign Aid - Extraordinary Opportunity to End Donor Dependency
[allAfrica] The sudden winding down of USAID by the Trump Administration, the linchpin of America's annual $40 billion vast footprint in global assistance programs led to wide ranging discussion on the future of foreign aid. Africa, a major recipient of foreign aid is now in
Lawmakers set to grill Kash Patel in back-to-back hearings
FBI Director Kash Patel is expected to take heat from the right and the left in back-to-back appearances before Congress amid heightened scrutiny of his performance leading one of the nation’s top investigative agencies. Patel is set to appear before the Senate and House
Trump Said He Was Surprised Israel Attacked Qatar. Here’s the Truth.
The White House’s account of Israel’s attack on Qatar is no longer adding up. Israeli officials revealed that Donald Trump was informed as early as Tuesday morning that Israel intended to attack senior Hamas leaders in Qatar, reported Axios . The new intel, reported Monday,
Anthropic CEO criticizes administration's chip policy: 'Doing exactly the wrong things’
Anthropic's CEO voiced concerns Monday about the Trump administration’s approach to export restrictions on advanced AI chips, advocating for stricter controls as the company makes its presence known in Washington. The AI firm’s outspoken chief executive, Dario Amodei, warned