Apple TV keeps expanding as a premium streaming platform, tying Apple’s devices to original shows, live sports, and a growing catalog.
Netflix has announced deals to add short-form video from publishers including BuzzFeed Studios, Condé Nast, Hearst, People, Tastemade and Penske Media brands. The licensed clips and ongoing short series will roll out August 3 in the U.S., Canada, the U.K., Ireland, Australia and New Zealand, with runtimes from two to 20+ minutes.
Lando Norris clinches pole at the Hungaroring, with Leclerc second and Piastri third. Kimi Antonelli starts further back due to a grid penalty; the race is set to unfold amid a tight championship battle and the final sprint before the summer break.
Comic-Con 2026 in San Diego showcases Marvel, DC, Apple TV+ and more with Hall H premieres, exclusive collectibles, and a flood of in-person reactions that could shape upcoming releases.
60 Minutes has undergone leadership upheaval, with Bari Weiss at the helm of CBS News since last year. Staff departures and conflicts over editorial direction have intensified, while new hires and resident journalists reshape the program as it confronts internal tensions and broader merger dynamics.
NBCUniversal has struck a multi-year deal adding Peacock Premium to YouTube Premium in the U.S. from early 2027. Peacock, NBC’s live sports and popular shows will be accessible directly within YouTube, without extra charges for Premium subscribers. The move aims to broaden Peacock’s reach and boost advertising revenue, as NBCU expands distribution beyond its own apps.
Fringe performers from The Scotsman, Guardian and Independent discuss their journeys, challenges and upcoming Edinburgh shows, offering a window into the festival’s evolving landscape.
Apple reports strong revenue but warns that AI-driven memory shortages are tightening supply chains, forcing scrambling for chips and raising prices. Tim Cook signals on-device AI and a future Siri rollout as the company navigates memory costs and component constraints.
David Robert Mitchell has released The End of Oak Street, a 1982‑set sci‑fi horror that transports a suburban neighbourhood into a dinosaur‑infested prehistoric landscape. Critics have praised Anne Hathaway’s performance and the film’s technical craft, but they have criticised its uneven tone, derivative Spielberg pastiche and an undercutting finale. Reviews started publishing 12 August 2026.
MLS has named Larry Berg as the league’s next commissioner, with Don Garber transitioning to a chairman role by 2027. Berg will divest from LAFC and lead the league into a new calendar and media rights era following the 2026 World Cup boost.
Paris Saint-Germain have retained the UEFA Super Cup after Déziré Doué's 61st-minute strike, awarded following a VAR review, beat Aston Villa 2-1 in Salzburg. Khvicha Kvaratskhelia opened the scoring before 17-year-old Brian Madjo levelled for Villa on his competitive debut, becoming the youngest scorer in the fixture's history.
Tributes have poured in for Dolly Parton following her death after a short illness.姪les and colleagues recall her kindness and business acumen, while fans and peers celebrate her legacy in music, literacy philanthropy, and entrepreneurship.
Apple has raised prices for Apple TV, Apple One, and related services. The increases affect monthly and annual plans, with Apple TV now at 14.99/month ($119/year) and Apple One at 21.95/month. Several rivals have also nudged prices, and Apple cites broader shifts in hardware and services pricing. The moves come as Apple emphasizes services revenue.
A victim has travelled to Reading Crown Court to witness the sentencing of Ethical Forestry directors after they admitted fraud. The case centers on the misappropriation of funds from thousands of investors for personal gain, while victims hope for accountability and closure.
A review roundup of genre fare, from a high-octane Australian liver-delivery caper to a retro-styled Cold War bromance, and a TV legal drama adaptation that leaves critics divided. The slate features Runner’s gory, gamey camp; Knightfall’s retro charm; Mayday’s action mischief; and The Rainmaker’s courtroom soap — each casting a different light on how thrillers and legal tales move in the streaming era.
The Television Academy is distributing hundreds of Primetime Emmys across two ceremonies at the Peacock Theater, LA. The Pitt leads drama nominations with up to nine wins possible; Hacks leads comedy nominations. Five categories move to Sunday, boosting star power as guests and rookies contend for top prizes.
Holmes’s new Netflix documentary You Can See Everything has premiered secretly at Telluride, following her 34 days before prison. The trailer features an unsettling exchange with Nathan Fielder, prompting body-language experts to weigh in on deception and truth. The project, filmed over three years, revisits Holmes’s rise and Theranos fraud saga as she serves an 11-year sentence.
Apple has unveiled its first foldable iPhone at the "Surprise and Shine" event, introducing a passport-sized device that opens to roughly a 7.6–7.8‑inch display and will start at about $1,999. The company has also introduced new iPhone 18 Pro models and showcased updates to watches, AirPods and operating systems during John Ternus's first keynote as CEO.
The Celebrity Traitors has won best reality competition at the NTAs, with Alan Carr receiving a special recognition award. Paloma Faith staged a coffin entrance, while Carr reflected on the year’s achievements as the ceremony celebrated multiple categories.
Apple TV’s Slow Horses returns for a sixth season, with Gary Oldman’s Jackson Lamb leading the Slough House misfits as they are hunted by ruthless killers. River Cartwright and Diana Taverner navigate a high-stakes game replete with return of old allies and foes. The show keeps its sharp tone while expanding the mythos with new threats and familiar faces.
Apple Studios’ biopic Tenzing has opened theaters and debuts on Apple TV+. The film foregrounds Tenzing Norgay’s life, recasting Everest history away from a Hillary-centric narrative, while Sherpa voices and climate-change impacts in the Himalayas frame its release.
Apple has announced the HomeView smart home hub and the iPhone Duo foldable, alongside updates to Mac and HomeKit devices. The devices are designed to deepen Apple’s domestic manufacturing push and expand its hardware ecosystem as Tim Cook’s successor, John Ternus, leads a fast-paced launch cadence.