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Jaguars Reveal Awesome New Rivalries Uniforms For 2026

From teal-gloss helmets to neighborhood-inspired prints, Jacksonville’s new alternate look honors the "904" area code and the "Bold City" team’s 1995 roots.

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Aug 26 • 1:59 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Wynonna Judd releases emotional new song about the biological father she never met

Hear Wynonna Judd’s most personal song to date, ‘Girl Who Could Sing,’ inspired by her late father.

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Aug 25 • 8:00 AM EDT • Entertainment • ew.com
The Duskbloods' Weirdest Character Was Inspired By Ultraman

Just like Ultraman

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Aug 24 • 4:00 PM EDT • Technology • kotaku.com
Students Win Science Award for Bio-Inspired Fabric Sealant

College of Natural Sciences students developed an innovation that could mean safer ways of making clothing water-resistant.

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Aug 24 • 2:01 PM EDT • Science • news.utexas.edu
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A Market Basket-inspired cabaret show is coming to Boston

Two drag and burlesque performances pay tribute to the beloved supermarket chain next month.

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Aug 24 • 11:09 AM EDT • Technology • bostonglobe.com
Students Win Science Award for Bio-Inspired Fabric Sealant

College of Natural Sciences students developed an innovation that could mean safer ways of making clothing water-resistant.

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Aug 24 • 8:00 AM EDT • Science • cns.utexas.edu
Fanta Brings Halloween to Life with an All-New Entertainment Universe

, , , , • This Halloween, Fanta is unleashing Fanta’s Haunted Universe - a new world of four original characters inspired by classic horror legends, bringing fans a season packed with spooky surprises. , , , , , , , , , , • Launching today with an introductory cinematic trailer, Fanta’s Haunted Universe has been developed with entertainment studio GRAiL, bringing together leading creative talent and new technology to build an original world for a new generation of Halloween and Horror fans. , , , , , ...

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Aug 23 • 8:00 PM EDT • Entertainment • webwire.com
How to decipher smells like a fruit fly

In the animal kingdom, energy conservation is essential for survival. That’s why our brains have evolved to be extremely energy and resource efficient at storing and processing information. Since the 1980s, computational scientists have tried to mimic brain structure and function, but have not yet succeeded in creating functional, low-memory solutions that work in real-world scenarios. Published in Neuromorphic Computing & Engineering, a new fly brain-inspired algorithm developed by researchers at the Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST) demonstrates promise for achieving practical applications under realistic constraints.

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Aug 23 • 8:00 PM EDT • Science • eurekalert.org
Amiga-Inspired AROS Goes Bare Metal On Raspberry Pi

There’s no actual data, but if we had to guess the least-favourite Disney movie of former Amiga owners would have to be Frozen, because none of them will ever be able to “Let it Go̶…

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Aug 23 • 10:00 AM EDT • Technology • hackaday.com
Cake Fest ROC returns to Highland Park, highlighting local bakers and small businesses

Cake Fest ROC returns on Saturday to Highland Park’s purple arches with a Bridgerton-inspired cake picnic. Bring a dessert, sample a communal spread, shop local vendors, and snap photos amid luxury picnic setups.

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Aug 22 • 11:28 AM EDT • Business • 13wham.com
ESPN is wrong about the Chicago Bears

ESPN has a list of hot takes that seem inspired by Ouija boards and whimsy, not data. Josh dives into their Bears rankings here.

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Aug 21 • 4:47 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
I’m 27 Years Old With a Business Managing $500 Million in Deals. My Clients Might Already Be on Your Phone.

Evelin Herrera's meetings with high net worth individuals inspired her firm.

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Aug 21 • 12:43 PM EDT • Business • entrepreneur.com
Exclusive: PANICK Entertainment & IllFonic Announce New HALLOWEEN Comic Book Inspired By The Upcoming Video Game

Exciting news for Halloween fans! Not only is the new video game only weeks away from launching, but the game's developer, IllFonic, has teamed up with PANICK Entertainment (alongside partners Compass International Pictures and Further Front) for a brand-new Halloween comic book series set within the world of the video game! Written by Hans Rodionoff […]

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Aug 20 • 1:55 PM EDT • Entertainment • dailydead.com
Chiefs to Bring Backyard Sports-Inspired Gameday to Arrowhead Stadium for Preseason Matchup Against Seattle

Fans Can Enjoy Interactive Activations, Themed Content, and a Special Appearance by Recognizable Character Pablo Sanchez

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Aug 20 • 11:19 AM EDT • Sports • chiefs.com
Sennheiser Unveils the Momentum True Wireless 5 Earbuds with User Replaceable Batteries

The Sennheiser brand today announces Momentum True Wireless 5, its most advanced true wireless earbuds yet, engineered for an uncompromising listening experience wherever life takes you. Reimagined from the inside-out, they combine intelligent innovation with the inspired engineering of their...

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Aug 20 • 7:02 AM EDT • Technology • techpowerup.com
Wall Street's sleep habits inspired me to quit and launch a startup

Josh Hou spent his year as a banker at Evercore hearing analysts complain about their health — and got the idea for his startup.

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Aug 20 • 5:30 AM EDT • Health • businessinsider.com
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US might look to Swiss for affordable universal health care

A local congressional candidate proposes a Swiss-inspired health care model to lower costs and improve access.

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Aug 20 • 5:03 AM EDT • Health • jacksonville.com
Homeschool Program: Earth's Place in the Universe Mon, Sep 21 @ 10:30 a.m. • United States Air Force Academy

Episode I: the Phantom Menace restarted the saga which has inspired and entertained fans around the world since 1977.

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Aug 19 • 5:09 PM EDT • Science • usafa.edu
HP's Googlebook leak highlights support for 'Continue On,' Google's version of Handoff

HP's leaked Googlebook is the first laptop spotted with Continue On, Google's feature inspired by Apple's Handoff.

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Aug 19 • 3:57 AM EDT • Technology • androidauthority.com
Munising business receives $25K grant, and a visit from Lt. Gov. Gilchrist

Upper Peninsula Inspired in Munising received a visit from Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist II, as well as a $25,000 reimbursement grant that funded renovations, and the creation of an outdoor courtyard, with seating and a food truck.

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Aug 18 • 7:30 PM EDT • Business • uppermichiganssource.com
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Inspired Entertainment (INSE) taps Carys Damon as EVP, general counsel

General counsel shift on Sept. 7, 2026 puts Carys Damon over Inspired's legal and governance teams, as Simona Camilleri stays on garden leave to year-end.

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Aug 18 • 9:05 AM EDT • Entertainment • stocktitan.net
Dorney Park adds spooky new maze, entertainment to Halloween Haunt lineup. Here’s what you need to know

A new maze inspired by the Blair Witch film series is headlining this year’s Halloween Haunt at Dorney Park.

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Aug 18 • 8:56 AM EDT • Entertainment • mcall.com
Google Messages is getting an iMessage-style makeover, and it looks fantastic

The chat pinning functionality could soon get an iMessage-inspired upgrade.

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Aug 18 • 7:48 AM EDT • Technology • phonearena.com
Trump-inspired political cynicism continues to transform NC conservatives

Today, longstanding American political traditions in elections and lawmaking like respect for one’s adversary, self-discipline and sacrifice, abiding by established rules and roles, and commitments to open debate, widespread voter participation and honorable, nonpartisan public service are fast becoming passé. Instead, accumulating and maintaining power at all costs now trumps all other priorities.

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Aug 18 • 6:00 AM EDT • Politics • ncnewsline.com
Pokémon × Polaroid Special Edition Range Cameras Are Coming Soon

A trio of instant cameras inspired by Pikachu, Sylveon, and a Poké Ball, along with a variety of fun accessories, are coming soon.

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Aug 17 • 8:00 PM EDT • Technology • pokemon.com
Cherry Is the Hottest Skincare Ingredient of 2025 and Science Backs Its Incredible Skin Benefits

You have probably noticed that your skincare shelf is starting to look a lot like a farmers’ market. Strawberry serums, watermelon mists, blueberry masks – food-inspired beauty has been on the rise for a while now. But in 2025, the trend is shifting from cute packaging gimmicks to ingredients that actually deliver real results. And...

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Aug 17 • 2:00 PM EDT • Science • graziamagazine.com
Wall Street Bets: DraftKings, Inspired Entertainment, Brightstar Lottery, Indiana gaming

Macquarie’s Chad Beynon evaluated DraftKings’ second-quarter results on August 12: “DraftKing's 2Q result, underpinned by exceptional customer acquisition, unde

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Aug 17 • 10:38 AM EDT • Entertainment • cdcgaming.com
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McLaren McL 6GT Concept (2026)

McL 6GT name is inspired by McLaren's presence on track, as well as the foundations of McLaren's automotive journey. McL 6GT creates a direct link between these two realms...

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Aug 17 • 7:04 AM EDT • Technology • netcarshow.com
A school for political education in Argentina – Offering hope for the future of democracy

Amid an increasingly polarized and divided world, Argentinian Jesuits envisioned an institute dedicated to training politicians inspired by Gospel values, intercultural understanding, and democracy.

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Aug 17 • 5:00 AM EDT • Politics • jesuits.global
Nature-inspired coating repels both water and ice

A PFAS-free coating could help protect aircraft, wind turbines, and power lines from hazardous ice buildup.

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Aug 17 • 1:00 AM EDT • Science • advancedsciencenews.com
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Yankees send message to Tommy John’s family after pitcher’s death

The pitcher's legacy inspired tributes from around the baseball world

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Aug 16 • 2:20 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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Disney Games Lays Out Vision for Future of Digital Entertainment at D23

Disney Games showcased its vision for the future of interactive entertainment at D23, with updates on 'KINGDOM HEARTS IV,' 'Marvel’s Wolverine,' and a new Fortnite experience inspired by Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run.

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Aug 16 • 11:49 AM EDT • Entertainment • thewaltdisneycompany.com
Repeal of Roe, toxic politics inspired Ian Patterson's latest speculative fiction

The "Fruits of our Labor" author leaned in to a provacative what-if that reflects how he grew up viewing life through a "feminist lens"

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Aug 16 • 4:10 AM EDT • Politics • coloradosun.com
Bears host unveiling of Caleb Williams EA Sports Madden NFL 27 mural

The Bears celebrated Caleb Williams’ appearance on the cover of EA SPORTS Madden NFL 27 Wednesday with the unveiling of a mural inspired by the video game cover.

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Aug 14 • 3:10 PM EDT • Sports • chicagobears.com
Nurses at 10 SSM Health outpatient clinics in Dane County working to unionize

Nurses at 10 outpatient clinics in Dane County are working to unionize, saying they were inspired by a similar effort at SSM Health St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison.

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Aug 13 • 2:14 PM EDT • Health • wpr.org
Philadelphia Union Unveil Retro-Inspired “Philly Kit,” a Tribute to Philadelphia Sports

The club’s official third kit pays homage to Philadelphia’s unmatched sports culture

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Aug 13 • 11:00 AM EDT • Sports • philadelphiaunion.com
More than words: The political power of print at the Haggerty Museum of Art

Nearly 5,000 visitors viewed the Haggerty Museum of Art’s exhibitions, engaged in classroom conversations and discussed cross-cultural issues inspired by the semester’s focus on the political power of print.

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Aug 13 • 10:00 AM EDT • Politics • today.marquette.edu
Weekly Entertainment Report: Live music and lively arts, Aug. 13-16

Music comes from the Greek word for "art of the Muses." Be inspired this weekend, find your muse.

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Aug 12 • 11:52 PM EDT • Entertainment • manchester.inklink.news
Scientists Have Found a Way That Energy Could Outpace The Speed of Light

Inspired by whalesong.

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Aug 11 • 6:00 PM EDT • Science • sciencealert.com
Marketplace Spotlight: Sulfur Cube-Inspired

Minecraft Marketplace moves fast. With every week that goes by, incredible new add-ons, worlds, mini games, and mash-up packs join the plethora of DLC already roosting on the Marketplace like loveable little birds. You can download birds, right? And now, with the arrival of sulfur cubes, it seems that Marketplace creators are working even faster, harder, and creative-er. How else would you explain the smorgasbord of new sulfurous delights now available for your delectation? How else would you explain the fact that these add-ons and worlds transform Minecraft with sulfury sports, sulfury contests, and even sulfury weapons? You simply can't. So, it's time for this humble (yet heroic) Minecraft.net writer to jack in to the Marketplace matrix once again and report back on what he finds. Will he come away with first impressions of seven new pieces of DLC or just a severe case of sulfur-induced nausea? Spoiler: it's both.

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Aug 11 • 3:00 PM EDT • Technology • minecraft.net
Lucas Museum announces new restaurant inspired by Skywalker Ranch

The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art on Tuesday announced its flagship restaurant, Skywalker Grill. Nestled at the top of the museum with sweeping city views, the classic American eatery is now taking reservations.

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Aug 11 • 12:00 PM EDT • Entertainment • latimes.com
The Emotional Story Behind Connor Swindells’ Determination to Succeed

Shaped by personal loss and resilience, Connor Swindells transformed heartbreak into motivation, pursuing his ambitions with determination while honoring the family members who inspired him to take ch...

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Aug 11 • 1:18 AM EDT • Entertainment • yahoo.com
Ruf-powered, Porsche 959-inspired supercar brings 819bhp

Son of 1980s tuning hero reveals road-focused take on 911-based supercar, having built 40 desert racers

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Aug 10 • 12:59 PM EDT • Technology • autocar.co.uk
Wall Street Bets: DraftKings, Penn Entertainment, Inspired Entertainment, New York online sports betting

J.P. Morgan’s Dan Politzer examined the recent DraftKings’ earnings call on August 7: “DraftKings’ report itself was better than feared, as 2Q Adjusted EBITDA o

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Aug 10 • 11:01 AM EDT • Entertainment • cdcgaming.com
This great retro-inspired keyboard now comes preassembled

Magnificently beige.

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Aug 10 • 8:00 AM EDT • Technology • theverge.com
Mercedes-AMG’s Secret Electric SUV Is Taking Shape

The new Mercedes-AMG electric SUV teaser shows GT-inspired styling and confirms a flagship EV positioned alongside AMG’s dedicated performance models.

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Aug 10 • 3:02 AM EDT • Technology • motor1.com
Entertainment Notebook: Pointe-à-Callière marks the 325th anniversary of the signing of the Great Peace of Montreal

The Montreal Ukrainian Festival returns August 29 to September 27 with a renewed program of cultural events, united under this year's theme: "Heritage of Generations." Inspired by the connection between

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Aug 9 • 8:00 PM EDT • Entertainment • thesuburban.com
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Entertainment Notebook: Montreal Ukrainian Festival Returns; The Great Peace of Montreal and more

The Montreal Ukrainian Festival returns August 29 to September 27 with a renewed program of cultural events, united under this year's theme: "Heritage of Generations." Inspired by the connection between

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Aug 9 • 8:00 PM EDT • Entertainment • thesuburban.com
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Marblehead resident makes beef his business

MARBLEHEAD — One month after opening Max’s Backyard Beef, owner Max Scivetti said the restaurant is beginning to build the kind of community atmosphere that first inspired him to get… Related posts: Marblehead offers an opportunity to drive your dream car Sophia Harris: Just questions. No answers. 30 Marblehead students snowbound in Paris Senator Markey […]

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Aug 9 • 3:12 PM EDT • Business • itemlive.com
A woman built her parents a 725-square-foot cottage in her backyard

A "granny pod" ad inspired Caitlin Swann to build an ADU in her backyard for her parents when they retired. Now they're steps from their grandkids.

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Aug 9 • 5:36 AM EDT • Business • businessinsider.com
A woman built her parents a 725-square-foot cottage in her backyard

A "granny pod" ad inspired Caitlin Swann to build an ADU in her backyard for her parents when they retired. Now they're steps from their grandkids.

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Aug 9 • 5:36 AM EDT • Technology • businessinsider.com
AI framework rooted in cognitive science could complete tasks more efficiently

In recent years, computer scientists have developed a wide range of artificial intelligence (AI) models that can rapidly recognize patterns in data, generate content and solve other computational problems. ...

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Aug 8 • 9:40 AM EDT • Science • techxplore.com
Norwegian soldiers training Ukraine's soldiers for 'Viking mentality'

Norwegian troops are bringing battlefield skills and a Viking-inspired warrior mentality to training Ukrainian soldiers on NATO soil.

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Aug 8 • 7:20 AM EDT • Business • businessinsider.com
Pacific Grove business creates clothing inspired by Navy secretary's 'witchcraft' comments

A Pacific Grove business has created a clothing collection inspired by acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao's viral comments about "a lot of witchcraft" in the area.

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Aug 7 • 5:27 PM EDT • Business • ksbw.com
How Fitness and Health Go Hand-in-Hand: Fima on Supporting Athlete Wellness

This month, I met with Fimanekeni (Fima) Hamutenya, a Special Olympics Namibia athlete, whose experience as a Fitness Captain and Health Messenger helped him rebuild his confidence and inspired him to help his fellow athletes live healthier, more active lives.

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Aug 7 • 1:47 AM EDT • Health • specialolympics.org
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‘Warrior Cats’ Video Game Announced Based on Hit Novel Series

Trailmark Games and the Coolabi Group announced “Warrior Cats: Clans of the Forest,” a turn-based RPG inspired by the “Warrior Cats” novel series.

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Aug 6 • 12:09 PM EDT • Technology • variety.com
Cell-inspired nanoreactor turns sunlight into hydrogen peroxide

A new hollow nanoreactor mimics living cells to make hydrogen peroxide more efficiently using visible light. Its light-trapping cavity and proton-shuttling shell could open new possibilities for cleaner chemical manufacturing and artificial photosynthesis.

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Aug 6 • 7:07 AM EDT • Science • sciencedaily.com
Eve Muirhead: Winter Olympic gold medal-winning curler revokes retirement

Winter Olympic gold medallist Eve Muirhead revokes her retirement, saying being Team GB's chef de mission at this year's Games has inspired her to return to curling after four years away.

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Aug 6 • 3:27 AM EDT • Sports • bbc.com
Science|Business summer reads of 2026

As most people in the European research and innovation policy bubble are going on a well-deserved summer break, we have come up with a list of our favourite books, podcasts and essays from the past year that ask deeper questions about science, technology and politics.BooksPasteur’s Quadrant: Basic Science and Technological Innovation, by Donald StokesIf you haven’t read Pasteur’s Quadrant yet, now is the time. In the EU and elsewhere, we’re living through a period of dwindling faith that curiosity-driven research automatically leads to economic growth and technological progress. Pasteur’s Quadrant, published in 1997 by the Princeton academic Donald Stokes, is the most influential critique of the standard “linear model” of R&D: the idea that new discoveries made in ivory-tower labs get neatly passed on for commercialisation by start-ups. In reality, Stokes argues, practical applications often inspire more theorical lines of inquiry. Of course, we have long known that things are more complex than the linear model, but even today, it’s still often assumed in Brussels discourse. The book is a useful corrective, and is being used now to argue for new types of scientific institutions. David MatthewsThe Weaponization of Expertise: How Elites Fuel Populism, by Jacob Hale Russel and Dennis PattersonAre society’s problems solvable by technical expertise alone? “If only the benighted would listen,” say Jacob Hale Russel and Dennis Patterson, two professors at Rutgers Law School who got frustrated with how scientists and politicians handled public health communication during the Covid-19 pandemic. In the book, they argue that clichéd mantras about scientific evidence and expertise perpetrated by academics, journalists and politicians have harmed public trust in the very institutions they were trying to defend. Paradoxically, slogans such as “we believe in science,” “follow the science” and “defer to the experts” can fuel mistrust in science, experts and democratic institutions. The authors criticise “condescension” and “technocratic paternalism” in the public discourse and make the case for a more nuanced approach to scientific and expert policy advice that rests on humility, doubt, scepticism and open dialogue. “Most complex social questions in fact revolve around values, not the recitation of unambiguous facts,” they say. Florin ZubascuBreakneck: China's Quest to Engineer the Future, by Dan WangIn this book, Dan Wang compares the structural differences between the US and Chinese industrial policies, but raises a very timely question for innovation policy wonks: how can advanced manufacturing know-how contribute to technology-intensive economic growth? Wang says technology has three components: the tools, the blueprints and patents, and the process knowledge. The third component represents the “proficiency gained from practical experience, which isn’t easily communicated and requires years of implementation.” According to Wang, rather than seeing tools and blueprints as the ultimate ends of technological progress, policymakers should see them as milestones in the training of better scientists and manufacturers. Over the past decades, China has amassed “process knowledge” because capital flowed to complex fabrication facilities, while investors in the West have parked their money in capital-light businesses such as digital platforms or chip companies that focus on design. As it turns out, thanks to its oversized focus on manufacturing, China has gained remarkable advantages in the global technology race. Florin ZubascuBaltic: The Future of Europe, by Oliver MoodyWhat can Europe learn from the nine countries surrounding the Baltic Sea? Alongside the familiar stories about Estonia's digital transformation, the book examines how the region has used technology, resilience, education, governance and long-term thinking to respond to geopolitical, economic and security challenges. Innovation policy wonks might find fresh perspectives on how innovation can strengthen defence, societal resilience and Europe's capacity to adapt in an uncertain world. Whether or not you agree with all of Oliver Moody's conclusions, the book is a useful guide to a region that is increasingly shaping European debates on security, competitiveness and technology. Goda NaujokaityteThe Invention of Nature, by Andrea Wulf This book chronicles the wild and adventurous life of natural science pioneer Alexander von Humboldt who at some point in the 19th century seems to have been just about the most famous person in the world. Through scientific expeditions to the Andes Mountains and to the depths of Siberia, von Humboldt contributed a host of discoveries and concepts. During his life he met and formed relationships with historical figures as different as Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, Simon Bolivar, Thomas Jefferson, Napoleon Bonaparte and Charles Darwin. He is also claimed to be the person in the world with most things named after him, a list that includes an ocean current, a penguin and a region of the Moon. Still venerated in Germany, with numerous scientific institutions named after him, von Humboldt has slipped out of public consciousness in most of the rest of the world. For anyone not familiar with him, this book does a good job of describing his fascinating life. Ole EllekrogCareless People, by Sarah Wynn-WilliamsYou may have heard this referred to as the book Meta doesn’t want you to read. The 2025 memoir from Sarah Wynn-Williams, former director of global public policy at Meta, then just called Facebook, includes explosive claims about everything from a toxic workplace culture to how the company worked with advertisers to target vulnerable teens, and the lengths it was prepared to go to in order to break into China. It’s a fascinating insight into how and why the tech company gradually shifted its approach to policy, whether in the US, Europe or Asia. Meta has denied the allegations in the book, and last year won an emergency ruling to prevent Wynn-Williams from promoting it. In response, the author is now suing her former employer. If that doesn’t make you want to read it. Martin GreenacrePodcastsThe Europeans: Europe’s anti-ElonThis podcast is a great choice for a light-hearted dose of European policy and culture news. Most of it has little to do with research, innovation and technology, but this particular podcast features an interview with Mastadon’s founder Eugen Rochko. He talks about his experience running an open-source, federated, European-made social media platform, and leaving it all behind. The conversation, which starts 14 minutes in, gently encourages us to reflect on what kind of technology we, as Europeans, want to make. Goda NaujokaityteSolarpunk and how we escape dystopiaNew technologies are very often taken from science fiction. Alberto Santos-Dumont, inventor the airship, was inspired as a child by the adventure stories of Jules Verne. OpenAI’s attempt to build a personal assistant with the voice of Scarlett Johansson was lifted from the 2013 film Her, completely ignoring the movie’s cautionary message. So if we want better tech, we need to imagine it first. Unfortunately, the state of current sci-fi is relentlessly dystopian, giving inventors precious few ideas or hope. However, a new genre, Solarpunk, which envisages a technologically advanced but ecologically harmonious future, is now taking off. The actual tech the genre imagines, such as permaculture, renewable energy or community repair workshops, while nice, isn’t all that inspiring or ambitious. But it’s a first step towards rescuing sci-fi from its pessimistic Blade Runner rut. David MatthewsEveryday AbundanceLaunched in June, Everyday Abundance is a podcast that tells the stories of the inventions we now take so for granted that we barely given them a second thought. For example, the washing machine, which liberated women from a lifetime “bent over washtubs and washboards.” Or modern dentistry, which ended the reality that “tooth pain was simply part of human life.” Historians of technology, Virginia Postrel and Charles C Mann are very much on the optimistic end of the spectrum when it comes to the capacity of invention to improve human life. Here, they set out their case: if it wasn’t for progress, you might be hunched over a washtub with toothache rather than reading these words. David Matthews‘We will not know what we lost’: Conservation fallout a year after USAID shutdownSince his return to the White House, Donald Trump has been on a mission to undermine science. He slashed jobs at federal agencies, terminated grants in some research areas, took unprecedented control over university affairs and, within hours of his inauguration, suspended the US Agency for International Development. While its initial focus was to administer health and food aid around the world, it had since expanded to conservation projects. The result? Some of these projects were stopped abruptly. In this Mongabay podcast, environmental reporter Michelle Nijhuis tells the story of the EcoGuard conservation programme in Liberia, whose local patrols had helped protect rainforests, monitor endangered wildlife and track illegal threats. From one day to the next, these were left without salaries. Luckily, she notes, the initiative was able to get emergency funding from international NGOs, but its future remains “incredibly uncertain.” Juliette PortalaEssaysThe Mars Delusion, by Henry WismayerWhy is humankind so fixated on establishing a colony on Mars? asks London-based writer Henry Wismayer. From space evangelists promoting Martian settlement as an insurance policy, to billionaire Jeff Bezos, who said humans should settle on Mars “because it’s cool,” the mission is not running short of advocates. However, in this essay, Wismayer reminds us that some critics expect any future Mars pioneer to end up “irradiated, sick, mad and dead.” Scientists have already looked into the possible effects of prolonged exposure to Martian gravity, and it’s not pretty: muscle shrinking, bones weakening, changes to the central nervous system and other biological modifications to make us all reconsider the journey. “Some researchers have forecast that the future settler, after generations of evolutionary conditioning, will look less like an Übermensch and more like ET,” Wismayer writes. Juliette Portala

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Aug 5 • 8:00 PM EDT • Science • sciencebusiness.net
How the O.J. Simpson Trial Inspired My Career in Forensic Science

Inspired by a famous trial, a NIST researcher makes sure the science law enforcement relies on is accurate and thoroughly tested.

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Aug 5 • 8:00 AM EDT • Science • nist.gov
Student artists blend science and creativity in new EPCHS mural project

Evergreen Park Community High School students combined science and art to create a STEAM-inspired mural that will permanently brighten the school's science wing.

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Aug 4 • 4:17 PM EDT • Science • southwestregionalpublishing.com
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World Cup hero Ferran Torres says MAGA-inspired hat was 'not about politics'

The Spain forward wore a 'Make Spain Great Again' hat after returning to the country to celebrate the World Cup but said he wasn't making a political statement.

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Aug 4 • 1:32 PM EDT • Politics • usatoday.com
Pine View student among top 10 finalists in national science competition

Middle schooler develops mussel-inspired adhesive aimed at reducing air pollution

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Aug 4 • 10:49 AM EDT • Science • mysuncoast.com
These bizarre new beetles look so stretchy scientists named them Luffy

Scientists have named a newly discovered beetle genus Luffy, inspired by the stretchy hero of the manga and anime One Piece. The insects have unusually long, slender mandibles, antennae, and mouthparts that resemble Luffy’s rubber-like ability to extend his body.

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Aug 3 • 8:00 AM EDT • Science • sciencedaily.com
Milton Keynes youth mayor inspired by sister's political journey

Tito Adeyale, 16, will attend civic and community events over the next 12 months in Milton Keynes.

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Aug 3 • 1:34 AM EDT • Politics • bbc.com
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Ayaneo’s new handheld revives the Game Boy Advance. Nintendo probably wishes it had done it first

Ayaneo has unveiled the Konkr Pocket Advance, a modern Game Boy Advance-inspired handheld with a sharper display, USB-C, wireless connectivity and updated controls.

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Aug 2 • 12:07 AM EDT • Technology • digitaltrends.com
Octavia Spencer confirms speculation that this classic ‘80s sitcom star inspired ‘Ma’ wig

Octavia Spencer has revealed an update on ‘Ma 2,’ and confirmed speculation that a classic ‘80s sitcom character inspired her heavily meme’d wig in the movie.

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Middletown linebacker inspired to give back following brother's health battle

Middletown linebacker Mekhi Corbin used his recent commitment to the University of Delaware to returned to Nemours Children's Hospital this month for a much happier reason than in the past.

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Jul 30 • 11:42 PM EDT • Health • wdel.com
Origami-inspired sensor could continuously monitor our vital signs

A tiny sensor that unfolds within the body could continuously monitor our heart activity and breathing after showing promise in rats

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Jul 30 • 10:01 AM EDT • Health • newscientist.com
Introducing: The TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph x Team Ikuzawa, A Glassbox Inspired by Japanese Racing Heritage

TAG Heuer, Team Ikuzawa and Bamford Watch Department reunite for a second edition, this time based on the 39mm Carrera Glassbox Chronograph.

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Jul 30 • 5:01 AM EDT • Technology • monochrome-watches.com
How an 18-year-old's love of origami helped him win $100,000

Hikaru Kuribayashi used origami-inspired technology to win a $100,000 prize at the 2026 Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair in May.

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Jul 29 • 5:14 AM EDT • Science • businessinsider.com
How drought shaped the Bronze Age world that inspired The Odyssey

A new climate study suggests centuries of drought added pressure to the Bronze Age societies that inspired Homer's The Odyssey, revealing how environmental stress, food insecurity and failing trade networks may have shaped a world of collapse and survival.

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Jul 29 • 4:00 AM EDT • Science • cbc.ca
Liverpool reveal new away kit

Liverpool have released their new away kit for the 2026-27 season, which is a white shirt with three red stripes down the arm. The away strip has been inspired by "Liverpool's away kits from the mid-80s" and is completed with red shorts and white socks. The Reds' goalkeeper away kit is predominantly purple, featuring black arms.

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Jul 29 • 3:25 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Southern Maryland Mom Turns Passion Into Business Inspired By Daughter

CALIFORNIA, Md. — By 4 a.m., while most of Southern Maryland is still asleep, Alexis Truby is already balancing the many roles that fill her day. The 26-year-old is a wife, mother of two, full-time government contractor and the owner of The Evelyn Edit & Co., a digital design business inspired by her newborn daughter, […]

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Jul 28 • 2:00 PM EDT • Business • thebaynet.com
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners was reportedly being turned into a 2.5D brawler by CD Projekt Red and Shantae studio WayForward, but its fate is uncertain

The spin-off was in development between 2025 and 2026, before layoffs hit the retro-inspired developer famous for its beat 'em ups and platformers.

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Jul 28 • 8:06 AM EDT • Technology • eurogamer.net
Woman Who Inspired Nolan’s ‘Odyssey’ Says She Would Have Been ‘Ashamed’ To Have Written ‘Any Part’ Of It

Classics professor Emily Wilson’s translation inspired Christopher Nolan’s film version of “The Odyssey,” but she is not impressed with it.

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Jul 27 • 2:40 PM EDT • Entertainment • huffpost.com
Robert Downey Jr. reacts to Ryan Gosling joining the MCU (exclusive)

Robert Downey Jr. is thrilled that Ryan Gosling is joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe — and he has an inspired idea for a Ghost Rider team-up.

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Jul 27 • 11:00 AM EDT • Entertainment • ew.com
Fit For a Spartan: Win a 1:18 Replica of a Special Halo-Inspired Ride

To celebrate the global launch of Halo: Campaign Evolved, Halo and Automobili Lamborghini have joined forces to create the Lamborghini Urus SE Master Chief 117 Edition.

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Jul 27 • 9:00 AM EDT • Technology • news.xbox.com
The best science books to read this summer, according to Scientific American editors

From ecohorror to science-inspired poetry, discover the books Scientific American staffers are recommending this summer

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Jul 27 • 6:00 AM EDT • Science • scientificamerican.com
FF14 to get two major housing updates after Yoshi-P was inspired by World of Warcraft

"It's amazing."

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Jul 26 • 9:00 AM EDT • Technology • radiotimes.com
Scientists Create a 'Breathable' Hydrogel Inspired by Human Lungs

"A way to improve gas exchange while preserving the hydrated environment that cells need."

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Jul 25 • 8:00 PM EDT • Science • sciencealert.com
Meet the blind SW FL singer who inspired America's Got Talent judges

Blind singer Sarah Hardwig earned a standing ovation on America's Got Talent. Here is her inspiring story.

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Jul 25 • 5:01 AM EDT • Entertainment • naplesnews.com
“Graphic Talk About Science: Adventures in Science Engagement”

Mount Wilson Observatory (MWO), Southern California’s esteemed home to several of the most groundbreaking astronomical discoveries in history, welcomes the public to the third Saturday Evening Talks & Telescopes of the season on Saturday, July 25, 2026. MWO is honored to present “Graphic Talk About Science: Adventures in Science Engagement,” a lecture by Clifford V. Johnson, from UCSB. This lecture explores how graphic storytelling can make cutting-edge physics more accessible, as Johnson discusses the science and creative process behind his illustrated book, “The Dialogues: Conversations About the Nature of the Universe.” Tickets are available here: www.mtwilson.edu/events/lecture072526 During the six-month season, each Talks & Telescopes event runs from 5:30pm to 11:30pm with the “talk” portion of the evening beginning in the Observatory’s Auditorium. The 60+ minute presentation is followed by picnic dining—bring your own, or purchase from a food truck or caterer—and then, after the sun goes down, stargazing through Mount Wilson’s immense telescopes, the largest in the world made available to the public. Additional stargazing around the grounds will be available thanks to members of the Los Angeles Astronomical Society. Both the 60-inch telescope and the 100-inch—the latter famously used by Edwin Hubble to discover the expanding universe—will be available for viewing the night sky. Priced at $50, this event series offers the most economical stargazing event option on the mountain. Tickets and more information are available on Mount Wilson Observatory’s website here: www.mtwilson.edu/lectures. Advance purchases are highly recommended. UPCOMING SATURDAY EVENING TALKS & TELESCOPES OF THE 2026 SEASON August 22: “Towards a Functional Cosmology” www.mtwilson.edu/events/lecture082226 Join artist Lita Albuquerque for a lecture on her multidisciplinary practice at the intersection of art, science, and cosmology. Drawing on decades of work across painting, land art, performance, and installation, she reflects on projects created in remote, astronomy-linked environments and how they shape her exploration of time, space, and human perception. September 19: “The Brightness of Stars: Henrietta Leavitt and the Transformative Nature of Attention in Art and Science” www.mtwilson.edu/events/lecture091926 Visual artist and author Anna Von Mertens explores the life and legacy of Henrietta Leavitt, whose study of variable stars enabled the first reliable measurements of cosmic distances. Working among the Harvard Computers, Leavitt laid the foundation for breakthroughs at Mount Wilson, including Harlow Shapley’s mapping of the Milky Way and Edwin Hubble’s discovery of an expanding universe. Drawing from her book “Attention Is Discovery: The Life and Legacy of Astronomer Henrietta Leavitt,” Von Mertens shares archival materials alongside her own artwork inspired by Leavitt’s life, to celebrate how careful attention leads to both scientific discovery and a meaningful life. October 17: “The Duality of Genius and Struggle: G.E. Hale” www.mtwilson.edu/events/lecture101726 This talk, presented by Sam Hale, explores the extraordinary life and legacy of his grandfather, George Ellery Hale—the visionary behind some of the world’s most important astronomical institutions. Drawing on both history and personal connection, Sam Hale offers insight into a legacy that continues to shape science and culture today. VISITING MWO The gate to Mount Wilson’s campus opens at 10:00am daily and closes at 5:00pm from early April through November. Entrance to the grounds is free. Visitors can hike, gaze at the telescope domes and towers that dot the landscape, and take a look at historic Mount Wilson photos and letters in the Museum. The Cosmic Cafe (www.mtwilson.edu/cosmic-cafe), located above the main parking lot at the Observatory entrance, is open on weekends in the spring, summer, and fall. In addition to traditional menu items such as hot dogs, drinks, and snacks, the Cafe offers wraps, salads, and sweet treats from Little Flower. PARKING A U.S. Forest Service Adventure Pass is required to park at the Observatory. A $5 day pass or a $30 dollar annual pass may be purchased at the Cosmic Cafe on weekends between 10:00am and 5:00pm. During the week, passes are available at locations around Los Angeles. The most convenient location before heading up is at the Shell station in La Canada Flintridge at the bottom of the Angeles Crest Highway (https://find.shell.com/us/fuel/10007957-4530-angeles-crest-hwy/en_US). Visit the U.S. Forest Service website for more information about Passes and other locations to buy them: www.fs.usda.gov/r05/passes/adventure-pass For more information about Visiting Mount Wilson Observatory, please visit: www.mtwilson.edu/visiting NOT ADA-COMPLIANT Please be advised that access to the 100-inch dome is via an open-air, 53-step staircase inside the building. There is no ADA-compliant access.

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Jul 24 • 8:00 PM EDT • Science • discoverlosangeles.com
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Inspiration for film ‘Safety’ is tourney’s special guest

VOLUNTEERS OF AMERICA COLORADO Denver News: Ray McElrathbey, a former Clemson University football player whose story of fighting to keep his brother out of foster care inspired the Disney+ movie “Safety,” will be the special guest when Volunteers of America Colorado hosts its 23rd Legends Golf Tournament. The Sept. 9 event will be held at Sanctuary, 7549 Daniels Park Road, […]

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Jul 24 • 2:45 PM EDT • Politics • coloradopolitics.com
Broadway magic of ‘Hadestown: The Musical heads to theaters

A Tony-winning Best Musical that continues as a Broadway hit, “Hadestown” transforms a pair of ancient Greek tragedies into a dazzling mix of American folk and New Orleans-inspired jazz.

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Jul 23 • 3:32 AM EDT • Entertainment • bostonherald.com
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Halloween Horror Nights drops new scare zone inspired by 'Fortnitemares'

It will debut this fall at Universal Orlando Resort, beginning Aug. 28, and at Universal Studios Hollywood on Sept. 3.

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Jul 22 • 1:47 PM EDT • Entertainment • mynews13.com
Katie Porter Is Pivoting From Politics to Bookstagram

Was she inspired by Dua Lipa?

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Jul 21 • 3:30 PM EDT • Politics • thecut.com
‘Cats: The Jellicle Ball’ to close amid industry concern over Broadway economics

“Cats: The Jellicle Ball,” the ballroom-inspired reinvention of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s megamusical, will end its Broadway run at the Broadhurst Theatre on Aug.

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Woman's life as a refugee inspired her public health degree

Makagbeh Princess Sesay has earned a degree in public health from the University of Manchester.

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What it takes for moms inspired by Serena Williams to return to sports

For mothers who left sports behind, getting back in the game takes more than motivation. A new mommy-and-me tennis class and childcare grant are making their dreams possible again.

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Jul 20 • 6:00 AM EDT • Sports • latimes.com
How fans reacted to Tom Brady's Undertaker-inspired Fanatics entrance

Tom Brady took a page out of WWE legend The Undertaker's book for his entrance at Fanatics Fest.

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Jul 19 • 2:22 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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Scientists create interactive screens that can appear on demand

Imagine reaching for a record or glancing at a map and seeing a display bloom from a small box, offering interactive guidance—and then vanishing moments later. A new device, inspired by science fiction ...

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Jul 17 • 11:00 AM EDT • Science • techxplore.com
William tells England to 'hold their heads high' after defeat

The Prince of Wales says England has "inspired us all" as he offers his commiserations over the loss to Argentina.

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Jul 15 • 6:43 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
GoldenEye-inspired FPS Agent 64: Spies Never Die finally locks a release date, and it's not far away

Agents 64: Spies Never Die is coming soon to PC, and while players might recognize its very obvious GoldenEye influence, there's more to its action.

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Jul 15 • 10:21 AM EDT • Technology • eurogamer.net
Silicon Valley has a science fiction problem

Tech titans claim the genre inspired them. But all they’ve done is graft their politics onto stories of a better future

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Silicon Valley has a science fiction problem

Tech titans claim the genre inspired them. But all they’ve done is graft their politics onto stories of a better future

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Inspired Entertainment Goes Live Across Alberta's Newly Regulated iGaming Market

NEW YORK, July 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Inspired Entertainment, Inc. ("Inspired" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: INSE), a leading B2B provider of gaming content, systems and solutions, today announced that its online gaming content is now live across multiple operators following the official launch of Alberta's newly regulated competitive iGaming market. Inspired's portfolio of online slot games is available to players through a broad range of operators, including bet365, BetRivers, DraftKings, G

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Jul 13 • 4:05 PM EDT • Entertainment • finance.yahoo.com
Phoebe Bridgers Launches Itch.io Page With An Infinite Runner

The indie superstar breaks her hiatus with a RuneScape inspired single and a Subway Surfers style micro game

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Jul 12 • 6:22 PM EDT • Technology • kotaku.com
Inside the $85M James Bond-inspired Florida mansion

Villa Skyfall, a James Bond-inspired mansion by Aldo and Fiorenna Stark in Delray Beach, Florida, is on sale for $85 million.

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Jul 12 • 9:08 AM EDT • Business • businessinsider.com
5 Star Trek Gadgets That Have (Or Will Soon) Become Real World Tech

"Star Trek" has inspired technologies like humanoid robots, universal translation devices, hypospray-like medical jet injectors, and even virtual environments.

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