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FromSoftware has finally announced an Elden Ring Switch 2 release date
Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition will arrive on Switch 2 in August, along with Shadow of the Erdtree DLC and new classes.
U.S. Q1 2026 worker productivity revised sharply lower
Nonfarm business productivity grew at just a 0.3% annualized rate in the first quarter, down from an initial estimate of 0.8%
Kratos will return in future games, God of War developer assures fans following the Laufey reveal
Making a new God of War game that doesn't star Kratos has caused some surprise. But Sony Santa Monica reassures us that our favourite sad dad will return.
Melinda Gates pledges another $215 million to improve women's health around the world
In the past two years, the philanthropist's donations for women's health have exceeded $600 million.
How to Improve Your Gut Health (and Why It’s So Important)
Almost 40% of Americans say their daily lives are affected by their bowel habits so Dr. Trisha Pasricha, author and a director of gut-brain research, joins TODAY to break down why gut health is so important. She explains how your gut is responsible for regulating metabolism, immune health, and mood, highlights signs to know if your gut is healthy, and shares ways to improve gut health like eating more fiber.
Ace Combat 8 Asks You to Play the Hero, Whether You Are One or Not
We played Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve and found it to be visually stunning with appreciated gameplay improvements and a deep story we couldn't get enough of in our limited hands-on time so far.
Microsoft continues its big Linux push at Build 2026
Microsoft is releasing a server Linux, a container Linux, and a Windows 11 built for Linux programmers. Here's why.
Nearly 1 in 5 US teens and young adults have sought mental health advice from AI chatbots, study finds
Nearly 1 in 5 U.S. adolescents and young adults have used artificial intelligence chatbots for mental health advice, and most have never told anyone, according to a new study published Monday in JAMA Pediatrics.
Science reveals people are capable of multitasking
New research reveals a mental workaround that is activated through repetition and experience.
NY state government helped shape American ideals. How we reported it
USA TODAY Network-New York spotlighted the historical links between political leaders in Albany and American rights forged over the past 250 years.
Domino's Pizza Wades Into God of War Laufey No Kratos Discourse, Sparks Spicy Replies
The reveal of God of War Laufey has sparked a vociferous debate coming out of State of Play, and while the internet has plenty of opinions about this first game in the franchise to star Faye as the main character, criticism has also come from an unexpected sauce: Domino's Pizza.
48 Hours With the Oura Ring 5: The New Gold Standard
I knew the minute I put it on my finger that the sleek new ring was going to be a game changer. And that's before any of the health tracking.
Melinda French Gates invests $215 million in health. Inside her surprising choice
Melinda French Gates is giving $215 million to improve women’s health. Her first-ever grant to benefit menopause and women in midlife.
She thought she slept great. Her Oura ring said otherwise
Regular visits with your primary care doctor remain the standard health recommendation. But wearable tech devices can be an extra tool.
GOP lawmakers question Rx Kids as study shows healthier births in Flint
Dr. Mona Hanna, founder of the Rx Kids program in Michigan, fielded questions from lawmakers on where money is going, immigrants and abortions.
Three studies used by RFK Jr and allies to justify controversial vaccine policies changes facing new scrutiny
Scientists praise moves to investigate, retract or remove controversial studies. The authors stand by their work
From Gaza frontlines to corporate recovery
An entrepreneur's blueprint to leading through uncertainty
MDOC says inmate with business degree can't read books on investing
The MDOC expressed concerns Michael Thomas wanted to run a business from prison, but Thomas says he has no money to invest and only wants to learn.
Grind City Amp aims to build on early success in Memphis
Grind City Amp in Memphis officially opened April 22, with a performance by the Alabama Shakes.
Armed clashes erupt in Somalia’s capital ahead of a planned anti-government demonstration
Opposition figures say the rally planned for Thursday was intended to protest what they call constitutional violations and efforts by President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud to extend his tenure. The government has rejected those allegations.
James Bond game 007 First Light sales estimated to have reached an impressive milestone a week after launch
The new James Bond game from Hitman developer IO Interactive seems to have been a big success. Does that mean we're going to get more of them?
Health issues shut down these 7 Central Florida eateries last week
During the final week of May, another seven eateries across Central Florida were forced to close after a visit from a health inspector, according to state records.
MGM and Amazon Game Studios to publish future IO Interactive James Bond titles
Decision follows Amazon's $8.45 billion acquisition of MGM in 2022, which owns the James Bond IP
Will AI Replace Magic? The Bigger Threat May Be the Audience
AI may not master sleight of hand anytime soon, but it could weaken the human desire to gather, watch, and wonder together
LiveOne Expands Partnership With AT&T, Cisco For Connected-Car Entertainment.
LiveOne has announced an expanded collaboration with AT&T and Cisco aimed at supporting next-generation in-vehicle entertainment through AT&T’s Connected Car platform. Under the agreement, automotive manufacturers will be able to
Presidential museum showcases political and personal sides of Obama with sprawling community campus
Former President Barack Obama’s influence in his presidential museum runs deep, from the Chicago location to the textured stone adorning its dramatic tower to art installations and a pair of striped reading chairs in the library that are similar to the ones he owns.
Zombie Blairites still have British politics in their grip – it’s time to break free
Tony Blair’s departure as PM should have prompted a fresh start for Labour. But Starmer’s sad, backward-looking government remains in his thrall, says Guardian columnist Aditya Chakrabortty
Michigan students see their film projects on the big screen
A theater in Royal Oak rolled out the red carpet for these young aspiring filmmakers, finalists in a contest to create their own movie trailers.
Woman accused of trying to steal $52K through fraudulent refunds at Northwest Freeway business
April Timberlake was arrested after allegedly attempting to process fraudulent refunds totaling approximately $52,000 at her workplace on the Northwest Freeway, according to Harris County Precinct 4 Constable’s Office.
Democrats and Republicans slam arrest of Ohio's 'The Rooster' blogger
Even politicians who dislike The Rooster are denouncing the arrest of blogger D.J. Byrnes, with some calling the move censorship.
Senate Republicans move forward with their big immigration bill after internal clashes: From the Politics Desk
Plus, Trump’s new DNI pick faces skepticism.
Why AI is not the magic fix for healthcare
AI can improve healthcare efficiency, but systemic barriers and misaligned incentives remain the real problem.
Wingstop deal signals surge in dining, entertainment in Somerset
Wingstop and others are expanding dining and entertainment options at Rutgers Plaza in Somerset, reflecting strong demand at the busy shopping center.
Senate Republicans drop plans for $1bn to fund security at Trump’s ballroom
Fears that push for ballroom spending could jeopardize $70bn funding for immigration enforcement
How a new program at Henry Ford can help new moms, from pregnancy and beyond
Wellin5 Moves Toward Its Next Phase of Behavioral Health Acquisitions
Wellin5 is arguing for the harder version. The company is a hybrid behavioral health platform that has operated in the category for more than a decade and has served tens of thousands of patients through virtual therapy services.
Wisconsin approves contract extensions after 2026 spring sports seasons
The UW Athletic Board has signed off on the customary one-year contract extensions for the Wisconsin Badgers' spring sports coaches.
From The Sports Desk: Vegas stuns Carolina in Game 1 to open Stanley Cup Final
Plus, the San Antonio Spurs are in the NBA Finals earlier than anyone expected, and Croatia’s Luka Modrić is today’s World Cup spotlight.
UM-Health Sparrow moving to outsource nearly 400 employees
A union rep for the affected workers, who make about $16 to $25 an hour, said concerns about pay and benefits are abundant.
Diebold Nixdorf CEO 'proud of our roots' as business implements AI
Diebold Nixdorf is exploring options for a business incubator at its North Canton headquarters and has implemented AI across operations.
Questions about President Trump’s health swirl after delayed release of yearly health report
GTA 6’s Looming Release Date Has Turned September Into a Packed Battle Royale Between All the Biggest End-of-Year Video Games
In an attempt to avoid GTA 6, almost every other big end-of-year game is launching in September, turning the month into a bloody video game battle royale.
Teddi Mellencamp reveals emotional health update on cancer battle
Teddi Mellencamp was diagnosed with stage 4 melanoma in 2022, and by 2025, the cancer had metastasized to her lungs and brain.
AI Startup Collate Raises $95 Million To Automate Life Sciences Paperwork
In this week’s edition of InnovationRx, we look at breakthroughs from ASCO, Harrison.ai's U.S. expansion, Clear's move into healthcare and more.
Reps. Mejia, Cleaver Demand Trump Administration Automatically Refund Illegal Tariffs Collected from U.S. Small Businesses and Provide Refunds to American Consumers
Reps. Mejia, Cleaver Demand Trump Administration Automatically Refund Illegal Tariffs Collected from U.S. Small Businesses and Provide Refunds to American Consumers Washington D.C. – Today, U.S. Representatives Analilia Mejia (D-NJ) and Emanuel Cleaver, II (D-MO) led dozens of lawmakers in demanding the Trump administration make consumers eligible for tariff refunds and implement an automatic refund[...]
EA SPORTS launch F1 25 2026 Season Pack worldwide
EA SPORTS have launched the 2026 Season Pack for F1 25, adding the latest regulations, cars, teams, driver line-ups, and the virtual Madring circuit.
May's top PlayStation games by copies sold
Yesterday’s State of Play gave us an idea of where PlayStation’s heading next. But we’ve had our May estimates for a couple of days now (we always update our data daily for clients), so it’s time to look at what performed best on PlayStation last month. We’ve got a new IP at the top, two evergreens doing their evergreen thing, FC26 smashing it ahead of the World Cup Plus pivot, and a quiet but promising result for Lego Batman. Let’s have a look at the state of Play…Station’s top games for May. 007 takes #001 007 First Light sold 1M copies on PS5 in May, easily making it the month’s top PS5 game by copies sold. Over 80% of those May copies were digital, which is broadly in line with where PlayStation’s digital share has settled for new releases this year. To date, 007 First Light has sold through 2.2M copies across platforms (so no unsold retail copies in that figure). The platform split is 55.1% PS5, 33.1% Steam, and 11.8% Xbox (console, Windows, and cloud combined). In gross revenue terms, 007 First Light has generated $150M. Owing to regional pricing and audience composition differences, the consoles make up a higher share of revenue than they do copies. Of the $150M, 60.5% came via PlayStation, 27.6% via Steam, and 12.9% via Xbox. Part of this is because over two-thirds of 007 First Light‘s PlayStation audience is in North America (43.4%) or Western Europe (23.2%), where local currency means the game generates more revenue per player. On Steam, under half of First Light‘s audience is from those same regions (31.8% North America, 15.1% Western Europe). As we covered in last week’s 007 Steam piece, the Steam version is pulling in higher-than-expected numbers in China, which now accounts for 17.3% of First Light‘s Steam audience. 007 is the equivalent of $44 USD in China, which is roughly 37% cheaper than the US price and about 44% cheaper than Western Europe. Subscribe for free to get the most accurate games estimates in your inbox twice a week 🫶 Subscribe The crossover data backs up what we’ve seen all year about launch-window cohorts. 11% of PS5 players who played 007 First Light in May also played Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, which launched just a few days before. Last month was a great month for Denmark! IO Interactive is Copenhagen-based, and Lego Group is headquartered in Billund (TT Games is UK-based but produces work under Lego Group licence and direction). Speaking of which… A very blocky #2 and #3 Minecraft sold another 788K copies on PlayStation consoles last month. Business as usual, since Minecraft hasn’t sold fewer than 760K copies in a single month all year. With over 350M copies sold across all platforms, Minecraft is the best-selling game in history and one of the strongest brands in the world. Every month, a new cohort of children reaches Minecraft age, which guarantees a constant volume of new sales regardless of what the broader market is up to. The demographic refresh rate is truly impressive, with the audience renewing itself faster than it’s churning. Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight shifted 757K copies on PS5 last month, bringing its lifetime total on the platform to over 800K. Across all platforms, Legacy of the Dark Knight has now passed 1.5M sold through, so PlayStation accounts for over half of the game’s players. The May crossover data for Legacy of the Dark Knight on PS5 is also useful. 27% of those players also played Fortnite, 16% Roblox, 16% FC 26, and 14% NBA 2K. That’s the household-and-family cohort showing up, plus the launch-window cohort of core gamers who buy practically everything. FC 26 gets players through the door ahead of the World Cup FC 26 sold 411K copies on PlayStation last month (90% via PS5), the fewest copies FC 26 has sold all year and down heavily from April’s 700K. Part of this dropoff is because FC 26 has been available as a PlayStation Plus monthly game since 6 May, cannibalising premium sales. Subscribe for free to get the most accurate games estimates in your inbox twice a week 🫶 Subscribe The strategic logic is straightforward for EA, which is sacrificing premium unit sales in May to build up the player base ahead of the FIFA World Cup, which kicks off on 11 June. Obviously, a bigger player pool going into the tournament means a bigger pool of potential Ultimate Team spenders during the period when football attention is at its peak. The early returns are around what you’d expect, with 4.4M new players accessing FC 26 via PS Plus last month – a substantial new spender pool. Anecdotally, a few of my mates who were ‘’skipping FIFA and Ultimate Team this year’’, were drawn back in via PS Plus. Lo and behold, one of them is buying packs like it’s going out of fashion. Whether this is all a smart trade for EA depends entirely on the Ultimate Team conversion rate over the next six weeks. Either way, the short-term engagement impact on the game as a whole is evident. FC 26‘s MAUs hit a record 24M on PlayStation in May, up 30% from the previous record set in April. GTA V does what GTA V always does Rounding out the top five is another evergreen title. Grand Theft Auto V shifted another 387K copies on PlayStation last month. No matter what else is happening in the industry, GTA V keeps pulling players in. It’s sold another 1.8M copies on PS5 in the first half of this year alone, helping the franchise pass the 230M-sold milestone across all platforms. Subscribe for free to get the most accurate games estimates in your inbox twice a week 🫶 Subscribe I have a theory that Minecraft and GTA V are doing the same thing at different demographic levels. Both are functioning as generational gateway games that the audience ages into faster than it ages out of. Minecraft captures kids around age 6-10, GTA V captures much of the same audience around age 12-15 (unofficially, of course). The crossover data suggests this: 40% of GTA V‘s monthly PlayStation players typically play Fortnite in any given month, while 30% play Roblox. Household accounts aside, that’s not the original GTA V audience from 2013. Of course, the under-12 audience would love to get their hands on GTA, too. It’s always been the way of things, and some parents are happy to oblige. Mine did too back in the day, and I turned out just fine. Right? Right!? Want to get your hands on our data for yourself – for free? We’re offering a free trial of our platform for games companies. Send us a message here, or reply to this email, and we’ll set you up. The last word Reply to this email – or reach out here – if you have any feedback for the newsletter – or want to request a game for us to cover. [Alinea Analytics boasts the most accurate PC and console estimates in the business. Game makers use our platform to understand their audience, keep an eye on the competition, monitor sales trends, and spot new opportunities. We equip game studios and financial institutions with accurate data and the confidence to make smarter, data-driven decisions. Want to talk about all things games market data? We’d love to chat!]
How to Get the Biggest Mental-Health Boost from 15 Minutes Outdoors
The best wellness hack might be waiting right outside.
"Nobody's making games for the retired people" – The growing yet underserved market for grey gamers
Games are overwhelmingly made by and marketed to younger generations, argue analysts, while the older demographic is being ignored
AT&T Expands Connected Car™ Platform with LiveOne and Cisco
AT&T announces collaboration, which simplifies how automakers integrate connectivity, billing, and premium audio content, at AutoTech Detroit.
Can Hollywood help heal America's divides?
Steven Olikara believes movies and TV can help Americans move beyond caricature, contempt and political division.
Meta launches enterprise-focused AI 'business agent' to automate daily operations
Meta Platforms on Wednesday unveiled an artificial intelligence agent aimed at helping businesses carry out day-to-day operations, positioning the social media giant as a player in the enterprise AI market.
Germany’s Rheinmetall to Sell Auto Business to Focus Entirely On Defense
The arms maker agreed to sell its automotive unit to industrial group Aequita for a provisional price of €350 million.
Kirk Herbstreit not back on EA Sports College Football 27 video game
ESPN's Kirk Herbstreit, who lent his voice for the video game when it rebooted two years ago, will not be on EA Sports College Football 27, per report
Microsoft and Mayo Clinic partner to build healthcare AI model
Mayo Clinic will own the model, which will be trained on de-identified patient data and initially deployed for use by its clinicians
The Latest: Trump keeps immunity from tax probes while scrapping $1.8 billion compensation fund
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche said the Trump administration has definitively scrapped a $1.8 billion fund to compensate President Donald Trump's allies, but the White House is sticking with the part of the deal that permanently drops tax claims against him.
MGM Resorts International vs. Caesars Entertainment: Which Consumer Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026?
MGM leverages global luxury and digital expansion, while Caesars commands a vast U.S. footprint and loyalty program.
Michigan’s rural health investment must be built to scale
Michigan’s rural health investment should not simply fund isolated success stories. It should accelerate the movement of proven models from one community to the next.
A 23-year-old got candid about how medication ruined her sex life. How common is that?
SSRIs can be life-changing for people struggling with mental health issues, but for others, these drugs caused PSSD. What is it? Experts explain.
Your business software doesn't know what's happening
Why it occurs and what to do about it.
Brene Brown Explains Why Social Media Hurts Our Mental Health
In TODAY.com’s Expert Tip of the Day, author Brené Brown explains one common misconception about social media that always leaves us wanting more.
B2B marketer makes comedy skits for LinkedIn to acquire clients
Henry Hayes is gaining traction and new client leads by posting comedy skits on LinkedIn, like a recent "Grand Theft Auto" spoof.
Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis comes with an AI disclaimer
It has emerged that Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis' developers Crystal Dynamics and Flying Wild Hog have used AI in the game's development.
Iowa is limiting the governor's powers ahead of a 'toss-up' 2026 race
Gov. Kim Reynolds signed a law limiting the governor's emergency powers ahead of a competitive open-seat race to elect her successor.
7 Small Business Ideas You Can Start in Under 14 Hours Per Week
Looking to launch a startup in your spare time? These small business ideas are well-suited for aspiring founders with tight schedules.
The most explosive revelations from Netflix's new Michael Jackson doc
From allegations of child pornography and lewd nicknames, here is what we learned about the pop star's 2005 trial in "Michael Jackson: The Verdict."
Where to watch Phoenix Mercury vs Seattle Storm on June 3: TV channel, start time and streaming
Here's how to watch Wednesday's Seattle Storm vs Phoenix Mercury game, including start times, TV channels, scores and how to stream.
Texas Tech or Texas? Who will win Women's College World Series rematch
In a rematch of last season's NCAA Division I championship, Texas Tech will square off against Texas for the WCWS title. USA TODAY Sports picks a winner.
First rural health grants in MS include building, technology upgrades
Mississippi unveiled the first initiatives funded by the Rural Health Transformation Program after experts said it was the least transparent state.
Texas Tech bought a softball superpower — and doesn’t care who hates them for it
Every sport needs a villain and Texas Tech softball is more than happy to assume the role in their run to the Women’s College World Series Finals.
AG race could focus on crime lab backlogs. Here's what to know
The ballot is officially set for Wisconsin's attorney general race, featuring a rematch between incumbent Democrat Josh Kaul and Republican Eric Toney.
Why U.S. men’s soccer captain Tim Ream uses Lego sets to manage mental health
Ream has become an advocate for mental health awareness, helping children identify and overcome their struggles.
Marathon season 2 suffers rocky launch thanks to rampant errors and bugs
A shame, as new game modes and improvements are proving very popular.
Bill Burr to headline Centreville Bank Stadium’s first‑ever comedy show
Comedian Bill Burr is a Grammy Award nominee and a New England native who has sold out a show at Fenway Park.
This is the easiest call in sports: Brendan Sorsby shouldn’t play
Brendan Sorsby admits it. He bet on college football. The penalty should be obvious: a ban from college football.
Scene calendar: 'Florida in Frame,' dance, music, comedian Trae Crowder
A comprehensive list of Gainesville-area entertainment events.
Franklin Templeton says Wall Street fears blockchain because it threatens its profits
Jenny Johnson, Franklin Templeton's CEO, said blockchain and crypto threaten a huge number of business models that exist today in traditional finance.
OECD predicts spate of recessions globally if Iran conflict drags into 2027
Policy forum lays out ‘prolonged disruption’ scenario in which world’s GDP falls to 2.1% this year from 3.4% in 2025
California’s race for governor, other key House primaries remain unsettled as vote count continues
Republican Steve Hilton and Democrats Xavier Becerra and Tom Steyer have separated from the pack in the governor’s race. Important House races are still too early to call as well.
The 7 AI Agent Guardrails Every Business Needs Before Things Go Wrong
AI agents promise to automate work, make decisions and transform business operations, but giving machines more autonomy also creates new risks.
Taylor restaurant inspectors find roaches and other problems
Recent health inspections in Taylor found roaches, improper glove use and temperature violations at local spots.
Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints, Answers for June 3 #618
Here's today's Connections: Sports Edition answer and hints for groups. These clues will help you solve The New York Times' popular puzzle game, Connections: Sports Edition, every day.
Gabe Newell Says Players Have 'Enormous Choice' When Pressed on Steam Monopoly Accusations, Report Says
Valve founder and president Gabe Newell denied claims that Steam is running a monopoly, saying that players have "enormous choice" in the PC gaming space, according to a new report.
San Antonio woman turns crochet hobby into booming Spurs-inspired business
Politics Chat, June 2, 2026
A newsletter about the history behind today's politics.
Jill Biden says no aides flagged Joe Biden's health before 2024 debate
Jill Biden told “The View” on June 2 that no one had approached her with concerns regarding her husband's health before the 2024 presidential debate.
Scientists lose critical climate record as ocean observatory will go dark under Trump funding cuts
The Trump administration is dismantling a $386 million network of more than 900 ocean sensors funded by the National Science Foundation.
Stuntman Hollywood revealed at Sony State of Play, coming soon to PS5
Cars from The Fast and Furious, Back to the Future, and more present.
The leaks were real: God of War Laufey is all about Faye, and it's coming to PlayStation 5 'soon'
Sony Santa Monica's next God of War game is known as NAME, and is set for release in YEAR.
September 2026 Is Packed With Games Trying To Avoid GTA 6
Grand Theft Auto VI is scheduled to finally arrive (and very quickly break every video game sales record ever recorded) on November 19. That’s exciting if you’re looking forward to playing it, but quite a threat if you’re trying to release any other games in that window. It seems the whole industry got the memo:...