The New Face of Playstation and the Technomagic Behind Astro Bot

New Astro Bot Speedrun Levels Start Rolling Out Thursday

Astro Bot developer Team Asobi has announced the launch dates for its new--and free-- bundle of speedrunning levels . The first one, Building Speed, will be available starting October 17 and will ...

Tech - GameSpot - October 16

Sony’s big games for September quarter are Astro Bot, Ghost of Tsushima and Helldivers 2

Sony reported its quarterly results tonight and it said that third-party games helped it grow operating profits by 2.8 times in the quarter compared to a year ago. The games that took off included ...

Tech - VentureBeat - Yesterday

American activists were behind efforts to spread conspiracies with bot networks, study finds

American political activists on the left and the right are using networks of social media followers that behave like bots to rapidly spread conspiracy theories.

The new face of European illiberalism

Prime Minister Robert Fico has tightened his grip on Slovakia using Hungarian leader Viktor Orbán’s playbook as inspiration

World - Financial Times - October 31

Yankees trade outfielder Taylor Trammell to Astros

The Yankees have dealt outfielder Taylor Trammell, sending him to Houston in a trade with the Astros.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - 5 days ago

PlayStation: The Concert Is Going On A World Tour In 2025

Video game music concerts have been a part of the fandom for decades. But starting next year, Sony is bringing its own concert series, PlayStation: The Concert, to music-loving gamers in 200 cities ...

Tech - GameSpot - October 15

PlayStation Plus Free Games For November 2024 Revealed

PlayStation has revealed this month's batch of free games for PlayStation Plus subscribers. All PS Plus members will be able to claim a trio of freebies starting November 5; Hot Wheels Unleashed ...

Tech - GameSpot - October 30

‘Access to food is not the problem’: new orca study deepens mystery behind endangerment

True cause of why southern resident killer whales are on brink of extinction becomes murkier as conservationists warn of marine noise and ship traffic. Last month, the ailing southern resident ...

World - The Guardian - October 16

New Bob Woodward book reveals behind-the-scenes conversations of Trump and Harris

The economy might be a major election issue, but what about the wars in Ukraine and the Middle East? Legendary journalist Bob Woodward joins "America Decides" to discuss his new book, "War," and ...

Chris Mason: Badenoch will need all her political savvy to transform Tory fortunes

Kemi Badenoch is a political fighter and she now has a battle on her hands to rebuild her party.

Millions of People Are Using Abusive AI ‘Nudify’ Bots on Telegram

Bots that “remove clothes” from images have run rampant on the messaging app, allowing people to create nonconsensual deepfake images even as lawmakers and tech companies try to crack down.

Tech - Wired - October 15

Dodgers' Clayton Kershaw still holds grudge against Astros for stealing signs

Asked about the toughest duos he has faced at the top of an opposing lineup, Clayton Kershaw paid the Houston Astros a compliment but then took a swipe.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 18

Bots Linked to China Target Republican House and Senate Candidates, Microsoft Says

Chinese influence operations have focused less on this year’s presidential race and more on down-ballot races.

Tech - The New York Times - October 23

Former PlayStation Boss Talks About The "Collapse Of Creativity" In AAA Game Development

During a Gamescom Asia panel, former PlayStation boss Shawn Layden spoke about the current state of the gaming industry and how the disappearance of AA studios had contributed to a "collapse of ...

Tech - GameSpot - October 17

Sony's PSVR2 PC Adapter Is a Poor Apology to PlayStation Fans

A lackluster accessory that gives Sony's VR headset a new lease on life only highlights the failures of the platform.

Tech - Wired - October 18

PlayStation Shuts Down Concord Permanently, Shutters Dev Firewalk Studios

Sony has announced that it has shut down Firewalk Studios, the developer behind the multiplayer-shooter game Concord. Additionally, Concord has been permanently sunset, dashing any hopes of a ...

Tech - GameSpot - October 29

PlayStation Boss Wants PS5 Pro To Continue 10-Year Generation Cycle

After years of rumors, Sony formally announced the PlayStation 5 Pro last month, but not without some hiccups along the way. The $700 price tag has led to some outcry , and the lack of an ...

Tech - GameSpot - October 31

PlayStation Executive Defends Layoffs, Says They Were Necessary To Run A Business

It's been tough times of late at Sony Interactive Entertainment, as the PlayStation company began the year by cutting 900+ jobs and cancelling games. In July, Sony axed a number of positions ...

Tech - GameSpot - October 31

Behind new coach Giovana Maymon, Arizona bookends fall with St. Andrews title

Maymon, who was hired in June, has two victories in her first semester with the Wildcats.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 17

Warsaw opens a new modern art museum as it tries to leave Poland's communist legacy behind

The grand opening of new modern art museum designed by the American architect Thomas Phifer is taking place in the Polish capital, Warsaw

Entertainment - ABC News - October 25

Warsaw opens a new modern art museum as it tries to leave Poland's communist legacy behind

The Polish capital is holding the grand opening of new modern art museum designed by the American architect Thomas Phifer

World - ABC News - October 25

Australia PM faces backlash over new A$4.3m beach pad

The purchase comes months out from an election in which the cost of living and housing are key issues.

Social media faces big changes under new Ofcom rules

Ofcom warns social media companies could face fines if they don’t comply with the new Online Safety Bill

Elijah Vue's mother and her boyfriend face new charges in boy's death

Elijah Vue's mother and boyfriend face new charges in the boy's death Wisconsin authorities announced Thursday.

Broncos face Saints in Sean Payton's return to New Orleans

Two rookies will go head-to-head as Bo Nix takes on Spencer Rattler.

Sean Combs faces allegations of rape alongside unnamed celebrities in new lawsuits

The allegations include an assault against a 13-year-old and mention the presence of unidentified celebrity participants.

Nearly 40 percent of world's trees face extinction, new assessment finds

The International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN) announced at least 40 percent of tree species around the world are at risk of extinction, according to a Thursday release from the ...

Politics - The Hill - October 29

A new push to wind down the Middle East wars faces familiar challenges

The United States and other mediators are ramping up efforts to halt the wars in Lebanon and the Gaza Strip

World - ABC News - October 30

Lebanon's detained former central bank governor faces new corruption charge

A Lebanese judge has charged the country’s detained former central bank governor with illicit enrichment and issued an arrest warrant

World - ABC News - October 31

Jets win 21-13 against Texans in 'Thursday Night Football'

Houston QB C.J. Stroud takes on New York QB Aaron Rodgers at MetLife Stadium.

WRU faces new sexism allegations over Wales deals

The WRU is facing fresh allegations of sexism and inequality, less than a year after a damning independent review into its culture.

Mexico’s New President, Claudia Sheinbaum, Faces First Major Crisis

A confrontation between the judiciary and the governing party will test Claudia Sheinbaum’s leadership and offer a window into how she will wield power.

World - The New York Times - November 1