Game Surprise Launches

Surprise growth in UK economy at end of 2024

The economy expanded by 0.1% between October and December, official figures suggest.

BBC News - 3h

Paul McCartney plays NYC's Bowery Ballroom in surprise concert

Former Beatle and music legend Paul McCartney took the stage at New York City's Bowery Ballroom for a surprise show Tuesday evening.

CBS News - 13h

FCC launches effort to 'root out' DEI programs, beginning with Comcast

FCC Chairman Brendan Carr is concerned that diversity, equity and inclusion programs at Comcast and NBCUniversal fostered discrimination, which is forbidden under FCC rules and federal laws.

Los Angeles Times - 19h

Hailee Steinfeld Launches the Angel Margarita Canned Cocktail

Why the 28-year-old actor and singer isn’t afraid to enter the increasingly crowded ready-to-drink alcohol market.

Inc. - 1d

Paul McCartney rocks the Bowery. Inside his surprise NYC concert

Paul McCartney has staged a surprise performance before a small crowd in New York

ABC News - 1d

Federal Workers Launch New Lawsuit to Fight DOGE’s Data Access

The Electronic Frontier Foundation filed the complaint on behalf of US federal workers, arguing that DOGE’s data access is illegal and should be cut off.

Wired - 1d

Next Dark Pictures Game Directive 8020 Launches In October

In PlayStation's February 2025 State of Play, Supermassive Games announced that The Dark Pictures Anthology: Directive 8020 is releasing on October 2 for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S.. Directive ...

GameSpot - 15h

Warriors: Abyss, A Roguelike Warriors Game, Surprise Launches Today

Koei Tecmo announced during Sony's February State of Play a new game in the Warriors franchise--and it's releasing right away to boot. Warriors: Abyss is described as a roguelike take on the ...

GameSpot - 16h

Education Department launches Title IX probes over trans athlete policies

The Department of Education announced on Wednesday it is investigating two state athletic associations that say they will not abide by the Trump administration's Title IX rules that forbid ...

The Hill - 16h

Avowed Early Access Launch Times Revealed

Microsoft's next big game, the RPG Avowed from developer Obsidian, launches on February 18. But the Premium Edition unlocks a full five days earlier, beginning February 13.. Obsidian has now posted ...

GameSpot - 19h

The New York Stock Exchange is launching an exchange in Texas

The NYSE Chicago will reincorporate in Texas and be renamed NYSE Texas.

CNBC - 20h

Arizona businesswoman launches bid for governor

GOP businesswoman Karrin Taylor Robson announced on Wednesday that she’s launching a bid for Arizona governor in 2026, ending speculation over her next moves. “President Trump is back in the White ...

The Hill - 22h

Karrin Taylor Robson launches run for Arizona governor, touting Trump's backing

Republican businesswoman Karrin Taylor Robson announced Wednesday that she is running for governor in Arizona, touting support from President Donald Trump in the race.

NBC News - 23h

Elden Ring Nightreign Launches In May, Has No Microtransactions

Bandai Namco has announced that Elden Ring Nightreign will launch on May 30 for PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S.. In a statement to GameSpot, Bandai Namco also confirmed that Elden Ring ...

GameSpot - 1d

Saudi Arabia launches ferocious state media attack on Netanyahu

Onslaught points to growing frustration in Gulf state’s royal court with Israeli prime minister and war in Gaza

Financial Times - 1d

Ukraine launches recruitment drive for young soldiers to fight Russia

Scheme to build ‘professional army’ comes ahead of US Treasury secretary Scott Bessent’s visit to Kyiv

Financial Times - 1d

Elon Musk denies 'hostile takeover' of government in surprise White House appearance

The world's richest man took questions for the first time since he was appointed to lead a sweeping government cost-cutting effort.

BBC News - 1d

Musk defends government cuts in surprise White House appearance

The tech billionaire was questioned by reporters on what Democrats have called a "hostile takeover" of government.

BBC News - 1d

How Anora became this year’s surprise Oscar frontrunner

It had seemed like the year of Emilia Pérez or The Brutalist but Sean Baker’s comedy won three major awards over the weekend, turning the best picture race on its head. Oscars nominations 2025: ...

The Guardian - 1d

Former Interior Secretary Deb Haaland launches New Mexico governor campaign

Former Interior Secretary Deb Haaland is running for governor of New Mexico, looking to be the first Native American woman to be elected governor of a state.

NBC News - 2d

Red Wings 3 Biggest Surprises Of The Year

These three things have stood out the most for the Detroit Red Wings.

Yahoo Sports - 2d

Central African Republic’s Trump-style memecoin crashes after launch

‘$CAR’ crypto token plunges in value amid concerns over project’s authenticity

Financial Times - 2d

Elon Musk-led group makes surprise bid of nearly $100bn for OpenAI

Sam Altman, OpenAI’s CEO and co-founder, responded that he would not accept and offered to buy X instead. Elon Musk escalated his feud with OpenAI and its CEO, Sam Altman, on Monday. The ...

The Guardian - 2d

How Dirty Is That AI? Salesforce Launches a New Tool to Show You

The AI Energy Score attempts to quantify the environmental harm of AI models. Here’s how to use it.

Inc. - 2d

Serena Williams crip walks at surprise Super Bowl appearance

The move referenced Williams' Los Angeles roots and recalled a Wimbledon controversy.

BBC News - 2d

Senate Democrats launch portal for whistleblowers in Trump administration

Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) and Sen. Gary Peters (D-Mich.), the ranking member of the Senate Homeland Security Committee, said they are launching a portal for whistleblowers to ...

The Hill - 3d

Okami Studio launches playtest on Steam for extraction shooter Outlawed

The extraction shooter Outlawed is almost here, and Okami Studio is offering a first look at its gameplay through a technical playtest on Steam.

VentureBeat - 3d

Happiness Researchers Studied 50,000 People. Here’s the Surprising Thing They Learned

Need to schedule an important meeting or call? Timing is everything.

Inc. - 3d

Luxembourg launches fund domicile fightback against Ireland

The Grand Duchy has lost out to its rival on passive ETFs, but is hoping to win the war with an active ETF charm offensive

Financial Times - 3d

A Super Bowl Halftime Performer Surprised Organizers With a Sudan-Gaza Flag

“No one involved with the production was aware of the individual’s intent,” the N.F.L. said in a statement about the protest during Kendrick Lamar’s show.

The New York Times - 3d

'I miss my school': BBC launches programme for children in war zones

The BBC World Service has launched an Arabic edition of its award-winning educational programme Dars.

BBC News - 3d

WATCH: Deserving superfans surprised with tickets to Super Bowl

“GMA” surprised Toya Mathis, a colon cancer survivor and now volunteer with the American Cancer Society, with tickets to Super Bowl LIX.

ABC News - 4d

Don’t Think You Have a Personal Brand? Surprise, You Do

Everyone has a personal brand. Whether it’s the one you want is up to you.

Inc. - 5d

Consumer Advocacy Group Launches Investigation Into Trump’s Meme Coin

Public Citizen urged federal agencies to recommend stopping of the sale of the meme coin $Trump.

Inc. - 6d

Donald Trump's NIH Pick Just Launched a Controversial Scientific Journal

The journal’s editorial board includes multiple scientists, such as Trump health nominees Jay Bhattacharya and Marty Makary, who opposed Covid public health measures.

Wired - 6d

Super Bowl ads offer laughs, celebs and surprises to win over viewers

Eugene Levy’s trademark eyebrows fly off for Little Caesars

ABC News - Feb. 5

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