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Fox Sports unveils its World Cup commentating team as Landon Donovan returns to network
The American broadcaster is set to air a record 70 World Cup games, doubling the 35 aired during the previous iteration in Qatar.
Apple Vision Pro Used in World-First Cataract Surgery
Apple's Vision Pro has hit another medical-use milestone, with a New York ophthalmologist becoming the first surgeon to perform cataract surgery using the spatial computing headset. Dr. Eric Rosenberg of SightMD completed the initial procedure in October 2025 and has since performed hundreds of additional cases using ScopeXR, a surgical platform he co-developed for Apple's mixed reality device.
Adventure of Samsara version 2.0 update now available
Publisher Atari and developer Ilex Games have released the version 2.0 update for Metroidvania side-scrolling action adventure game Adventure of Samsara, which adds new gameplay content and quality…
WEBTOON Entertainment Partners With Genies to Expand Character-Driven Fan Experiences With Digital Avatars
LOS ANGELES, April 27, 2026--WEBTOON Entertainment Inc. (Nasdaq: WBTN), a global entertainment company and home to some of the world’s largest storytelling platforms, today announced a strategic partnership with Genies, the AI avatar technology company powering the next era of interactive digital identity, to develop character-driven chat and digital experiences.
WEBTOON Entertainment Partners With Genies to Expand Character-Driven Fan Experiences With Digital Avatars
WEBTOON Entertainment Inc. (Nasdaq: WBTN), a global entertainment company and home to some of the world’s largest storytelling platforms, today announced a s...
Atari acquires emulation studio Implicit Conversions
Firm has been working with Atari over the past year on Mortal Kombat: Legacy Collection, Rayman, and other unannounced titles
Atari acquires Implicit Conversions emulation studio that takes classic games to new platforms
Atari announced the acquisition of Implicit Conversions, an emulation studio that specializes in bringing classic console games to modern platforms.
'Avatar: Fire and Ash' Remains No. 1 on Weekly U.K. Home Entertainment Sales Chart Through April 22
Director James Cameron’s sci-fi fantasy Avatar: Fire and Ash remained atop the Official Film Chart, the U.K. home entertainment sales chart, for a third week through April 22. The title held off Universal’s Oscar winner Hamnet, which climbed six spots to No. 2 in its 10th week on the chart, followed by the studio’s Wicked: For Good, … Continue reading "‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ Remains No. 1 on Weekly U.K. Home Entertainment Sales Chart Through April 22"
'Avatar: Fire and Ash' Remains No. 1 on Weekly U.K. Home Entertainment Sales Chart Through April 22
Director James Cameron’s sci-fi fantasy Avatar: Fire and Ash remained atop the Official Film Chart, the U.K. home entertainment sales chart, for a third week through April 22. The title held off Universal’s Oscar winner Hamnet, which climbed six spots to No. 2 in its 10th week on the chart, followed by the studio’s Wicked: For Good, … Continue reading "‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ Remains No. 1 on Weekly U.K. Home Entertainment Sales Chart Through April 22"
Who Is Pellegrino Matarazzo? American Math Expert Leading Real Sociedad
A 48-year-old American coach who studied mathematics at Columbia is now part of the history of Spanish club Real Sociedad.
The Iran War Is Changing How Middle East Countries Spend on Sports
The Iran War is changing how Middle Eastern sovereign funds, like Saudi Arabia's PIF and Qatar's QIA, approach sports. LIV Golf may be the latest.
Noordyk Business Equipment Celebrates 80 Years
Since 1946, Noordyk Business Equipment has served West Michigan (the Grand Rapids and Lansing areas) with Konica Minolta products.
Towards better vision: WHO South-East Asia regional meeting on eye health
The WHO South-East Asia Regional Meeting on Eye Health was convened to address the substantial and persistent burden of avoidable vision impairment in the Region. South-East Asia accountsfor nearly one third of the world’s blind and visually impaired population, with cataract, uncorrected refractive error, and diabetic retinopathy contributing to more than 90 percent of cases. The meeting responded to the need for coordinated action to achieve the 2030 global targets for effective cataract surgical coverage and effective refractive error coverage, and to advance implementation of the Regional Action Plan for Integrated People Centred Eye Care. It provided a platform for reviewing progress, identifying system gaps, and strengthening country pathways to accelerate universal access to quality eye care.
Matrix Business Systems Builds a Better Way to Manage Print
Education partnership: How a Nebraska-based office technoogy dealer Matrix is redefining how organizations manage print infrastructure.
Google introduces AI-generated avatars to YouTube Shorts
The new feature was teased earlier this year and is now rolling out gradually.
Goldman warns of 'very painful' gas shock if disruptions persist
Qatar, which accounts for roughly one-fifth of global liquefied natural gas supply, has seen its infrastructure knocked offline following recent attacks.
YouTube Shorts will use AI to make avatars that look and sound like you
YouTube is now letting users create an AI avatar that looks and sounds likes them for use in Shorts. The feature...
Nickelodeon Extreme Tennis Next announced for Nintendo Switch
Today, Gameloft unveiled Nickelodeon Extreme Tennis Next for Nintendo Switch. The game is launching on May 28, 2026. Nickelodeon Extreme Tennis is a fast-paced arcade tennis game featuring popular characters from SpongeBob, Avatar, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and more. Expect character customization, a story mode, split-screen multiplayer, and more. Here’s an official overview: Become your favorite Nickelodeon character, like SpongeBob...
San Diego Politics Show: CA-48 candidate Marni von Wilpert
The latest episode of the San Diego Politics welcomed Councilwoman Marni von Wilpert on to discuss her 48th Congressional District campaign.
Pacific Office Automation Acquires Western Business Products
Acquisiion of Ricoh dealer expands Pacific Office Automation's coverage across Northern California and Southern Oregon along the I-5 corridor.
'The Super Mario Galaxy Movie' & 'Avatar 3' Leak on Twitter
If you're still hanging around on Twitter, you've probably seen 'Avatar 3' and 'The Super Mario Galaxy' leaks on there. Second verse...
Italian PM in United Arab Emirates on final leg of Gulf trip
She also visited Qatar and Saudi Arabia
Grab These Resident Evil PSN Avatars for Free This Month
Mark the 30th anniversary on your PSN profile
Google now lets you direct avatars through prompts in its Vids app
Google is adding a way to customize and instruct avatars for video creation in the Vids app
WHOOP Raises $575 Million at $10.1 Billion Valuation to Advance Global Health Platform
BOSTON, March 31, 2026--WHOOP, the human performance company, today announced it has raised $575 million in Series G funding at a $10.1 billion valuation, advancing its global expansion and long-term vision for personalized health. The round was led by Collaborative Fund and includes global participation from 2PointZero Group, Qatar Investment Authority (QIA), Mubadala Investment Company, Abbott, Mayo Clinic, Macquarie Capital (entities administered by Macquarie Capital), Glade Brook, B-Flexion,
Best girl Azula gets new gameplay details revealed with two distinct movesets based on her mental state in Avatar Legends
After coming back from being canceled, Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game has quickly risen up the ranks to become one of the most anticipated titles of the genre this year.Following the most recent Avatar character and release date announcements ...
Roundup: LNG milestone / Final investment decision / TSA funding
Production begins: A major LNG project on the Texas-Louisiana border has begun production, marking a key milestone for U.S. energy exports as global supplies tighten. The QatarEnergy–ExxonMobil joint venture is preparing to ship its first cargo in the coming months, positioning the facility as a critical new supply source amid geopolitical disruptions impacting global gas […]
What to know about the 2026 World Cup playoffs
The final six World Cup places will be decided this week with the conclusion of two playoff tournaments that will complete the 48-team lineup. Eight teams from Europe will compete for four spots, while the new intercontinental tournament that is being staged in Mexico will determine the other two places. The biggest ever World Cup — up from 32 teams in Qatar in 2022 — is being co-hosted by three nations for the first time: The United States, Canada and Mexico.
Even the 'Avatar' Fighting Game Is Disrespecting 'Legend of Korra'
The roster for 'Avatar Legends' doesn't play favorites, but at launch, it doesn't really care for 'Legend of Korra.'
Scientists mimicking the Big Bang accidentally turn lead into gold
The physicists made an unexpected breakthrough
Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game launches July 2
Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game will launch for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, Switch, and PC via Steam on July 2, Gameplay Group announced. PC pre-orders are available now. PlayStation St…
Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game reveals three new characters, launches in July
Aang, Korra, Zuko, Katara, Toph, Sokka and Azula have already been revealed for Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game. Earlier today during the Evo Awards 2026, a new trailer revealed the eighth, ninth and tenth characters for the game.Indeed, Zaheer ...
Synthesia's top lawyer vibe-coded an AI version of himself
Gabe Stern, Synthesia's general counsel, says he's developing a lawyer avatar built to negotiate his company's contracts.
America started a war. The economic pain will be borne by countries that never asked for it
The war in Iran has delivered what economists call a “black swan” event — an unforeseen shock so destructive, no one is immune to it.
Iran strikes major Qatari plant, prompting a surge in oil prices
Fears of an energy crisis deepened after Israel hit a gas field and Iran struck a major LNG site in Qatar, sending the price of oil and gas up.
The World's Best Business Class Airline Lounges: My Top Picks Globally
What are the best business class lounges in the world? Here are my top picks, from Cathay Pacific in Hong Kong, to Delta in New York.
Love retro video games? Here are our favourite consoles to play on
From Evercade and Atari to Nintendo and Playstation.
What happened in Iowa politics the week of March 9-13
Listen as Morning Edition Host Meghan McKinney and IPR's State Government Reporter Katarina Sostaric review the latest in Iowa politics.
Finalissima between Spain, Argentina canceled in Qatar because of regional conflict during Iran war
European champion Spain were originally scheduled to take on Copa America winners Argentina on March 27 in Qatar
What happened in Iowa politics the week of March 2-6
Listen as Morning Edition Host Meghan McKinney and IPR's State Government Reporter Katarina Sostaric review the latest in Iowa politics.
G-MODE Archives+ Digital Devil Saga: Avatar Tuner: A’s TEST Server announced for Switch, PC
G-MODE will release ATLUS-developed game Digital Devil Saga: Avatar Tuner: A’s TEST Server as a G-MODE Archives+ title for Switch via Nintendo eShop and PC via Steam in Japan, the company ann…
Inside major sports business exec's harrowing escape from Qatar after Iranian strikes: 'Truly frightening'
Texas Tech University System pausing all business travel to Middle East
Due to the current situation in the Middle East and the current security alerts issued by the U.S. Department of State, the Texas Tech University System is temporarily pausing all business travel to Bahrain, Israel, the West Bank, and Gaza, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE, effective immediately.
There is little US LNG producers can do to immediately replace lost Qatari cargoes
The U.S. has little spare capacity to quickly lift output of liquefied natural gas and offset lost supply after Qatar halted production due to the conflict in the Middle East, according to Reuters calculations and industry analysts.
Strikes on Iran upend some of the world's busiest airspace
Following US and Israeli strikes, Iran and neighbor nations closed airspace, impacting airlines like Qatar Airways and Emirates.
What happened in Iowa politics the week of Feb. 16-20
Listen as Morning Edition Host Meghan McKinney and IPR's State Government Reporter Katarina Sostaric review the latest in Iowa politics.
Mensik upsets Sinner to reach Qatar semi-finals
Jakub Mensik prevents Jannik Sinner from reaching another final as he knocks the world number two out of the Qatar Open quarter-finals, while Carlos Alcaraz reaches semis.
Trying Qatar Airways' business class flights for 26 hours; mostly good
I flew 26 hours in Qatar Airways business class on different flights. The lie-flat seats, food, and amenities were good, but there were drawbacks.
What happened in Iowa politics the week of Feb. 9-13
Listen as Morning Edition Host Meghan McKinney and IPR's Katarina Sostaric review the latest in Iowa politics.
Rayman 30th anniversary has save data bug and Ubisoft support says post launch support has ended
Rayman 30th Anniversary Edition was recently released and it is a nostalgic gem, however there are reports that if you play the Atari Jaguar and MS-DOS versions of Rayman it simply does not save your…
Dr. Oz pushes AI avatars as a fix for rural health care. Not so fast, critics say
Dr. Mehmet Oz, who heads the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, is advancing a $50 billion plan to modernize rural health care.
Rayman: 30th Anniversary Edition revealed for Nintendo Switch, out tomorrow [update: trailer]
February 12: Today, it was announced that Rayman: 30th Anniversary Edition is on the way to Nintendo Switch. It comes out tomorrow, February 13. A physical release will follow in June. Rayman: 30th Anniversary Edition was made by Digital Eclipse in partnership with Digital Eclipse. It features five versions of the game, including PlayStation, Atari Jaguar, MS-DOS, Game Boy Advance,...
Rayman 30th Anniversary Edition Releases Tomorrow, Collects Five Versions Of The Original Game
Starting tomorrow you can play the PlayStation, Atari Jaguar, MS-DOS, Game Boy Advance, and Game Boy Color versions of the original Rayman in one release.
Qatar’s beIN Sports wins LA 2028 media rights in buildup to 2036 Olympics bid
Qatar has infrastructure in place from the 2022 World Cup but is likely to be in a contest with Ahmedabad, India as the other host candidate
What happened in Iowa politics the week of Feb. 2-6
Listen as Morning Edition Host Meghan McKinney and IPR's State Government Reporter Katarina Sostaric review the latest from the Iowa Legislature.
Qatar Masters
Highlights from the Qatar Masters in the final round in Doha.
After 30 Years, Virtual Boy Gets Its Chance To Shine
When looking back on classic gaming, there’s plenty of room for debate. What was the best Atari game? Which was the superior 16-bit console, the Genesis or the Super NES? Would the N64 have b…
Coming to Xbox Game Pass: High on Life 2, Madden NFL 26, Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, and More
Coming soon to Xbox Game Pass: High on Life 2, Madden NFL 26, Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, and more!
Infantino is controversial but consistent - the FIFA boss places football above politics
Disney's first quarter is powered by box-office hits 'Zootopia 2' and 'Avatar: Fire and Ash'
Disney is posting strong first quarter numbers, powered by box-office hits “Zootopia 2” and “Avatar: Fire and Ash.”The Walt Disney Co. earned $2.4 billion, or $1.34 per share, for the three...
What happened in Iowa politics the week of Jan. 26-30
Listen as Morning Edition Host Meghan McKinney and IPR's State Government Reporter Katarina Sostaric review the latest from the Iowa Legislature.
What happened in Iowa politics the week of Jan. 19-23
Listen to IPR's Katarina Sostaric and Meghan McKinney review the latest from the Iowa Capitol. In week two of the legislative session, lawmakers considered bills related to property tax relief, eminent domain and higher education.
'Mercy' unseats 'Avatar: Fire & Ash' atop the box office
Some 250 theaters were forced to close, from Texas to Maine
'Mercy' unseats 'Avatar: Fire & Ash' atop the box office
Some 250 theaters were forced to close, from Texas to Maine
'Mercy' unseats 'Avatar: Fire & Ash' atop the box office
Some 250 theaters were forced to close, from Texas to Maine
Rayman 30th Anniversary Edition has surfaced for Nintendo Switch
A new rating has surfaced for Rayman 30th Anniversary Edition, and it’s apparently on the way to Nintendo Switch. The listing has appeared within the official Australian Classification database. As of now there has been no official announcement. The only information available is that Atari is apparently not only developing, but also publishing. The original Rayman released in 1995. We...
Barzan exec talks new business plan, unveils agreements and new platforms
“We're focused much more on what is made in Qatar, things that we've developed and produced here locally," Barzan Chief Commercial Officer Omar Al Qadi told Breaking Defense.
Qatari jet-turned-Air Force One expected to be delivered this summer, Air Force says
The luxury Qatari jet being transformed into a new Air Force One will be delivered this summer, the Air Force said in a statement, roughly a year after its extensive modification began.
Miraculous Corp Opens First Family Entertainment Center in Qatar
Miraculous Corp partners with Ground Control Entertainment to launch world's first Ladybug & Cat Noir center at Mall of Qatar in 2026.
Why Germany probably won't get political at 2026 World Cup
After their very public protest at the last World Cup in Qatar, Germany's football team looks unlikely to do the same in the United States in 2026.
‘28 Years Later: The Bone Temple’ opens behind ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’
"The Bone Temple," directed by Nia DaCosta, landed in second place with $13 million through Sunday
Box Office: ‘28 Years Later: The Bone Temple’ opens behind ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’
James Cameron’s “Avatar: Fire and Ash” continues to dominate the North American box office, topping charts for the fifth weekend with $13.3 million in sales.
‘SNL’: Finn Wolfhard’s ‘Stranger Things’ Costars Crash Monologue
Gaten Matarazzo and Caleb McLaughlin joined him as he insisted he was no longer a child star.
The Atari Hotel in Las Vegas Isn't Happening Anymore
The company says the plans for Phoenix are still in play.
GW reveals a whole plastic Adeptus Custodes army for Horus Heresy that makes the 40k minis look like trash
The new Horus Heresy Adeptus Custodes miniatures are so far ahead of the Warhammer 40,000 models they've completely replaced them.
Why AMC Entertainment (AMC) Stock Is Trading Up Today
Shares of theater company AMC Entertainment (NYSE:AMC) jumped 3.8% in the afternoon session after a recent surge in box office attendance, followed the successful release of "Avatar: Fire and Ash."
Has Joe Rogan fully soured on Trump’s presidency?
With a huge audience and serving as an avatar for millions of centrist Americans, Rogan compares ICE raids to Gestapo
Ubisoft hits The Division and Avatar studio, Massive Entertainment, with layoffs
Around 55 roles could be affected; Studio remains focused on future of The Division…
NASA’s Webb Delivers Unprecedented Look Into Heart of Circinus Galaxy
The Circinus Galaxy, a galaxy about 13 million light-years away, contains an active supermassive black hole that continues to influence its evolution. The
The ozone layer is still healing…thanks to science : Short Wave
In the mid-1980s, scientists published a startling finding–a giant hole in the ozone layer over Antarctica. That’s the protective shield that blocks large amounts of harmful UV radiation. And without it, the rate of cancer, cataracts and crop failure would skyrocket. Today on the show, we dive into ozone science and examine how scientists successfully sounded the alarm and solved an Antarctic mystery.Check out our episode on an Antarctic plankton mystery. And, listen to our monthly series Nature Quest.Interested in more atmospheric science? Email us your question at shortwave@npr.org.Listen to every episode of Short Wave sponsor-free and support our work at NPR by signing up for Short Wave+ at plus.npr.org/shortwave.This episode was produced by Berly McCoy. It was edited by Rebecca Ramirez. Tyler Jones checked the facts. The audio engineer was Becky Brown.
'Avatar: Fire and Ash' tops box office for fourth straight week
“Avatar: Fire and Ash” continues to dominate the box office, holding the top spot for a fourth consecutive week
James Cameron's 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' crosses $1B
"Fire and Ash" is doing its biggest business overseas
James Cameron's 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' crosses $1B
"Fire and Ash" is doing its biggest business overseas
James Cameron's 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' crosses $1B
"Fire and Ash" is doing its biggest business overseas
Turn Over a New Leaf with Budew in Pokémon Trading Card Game Live
Budew was a breakout star of 2025, and Pokémon TCG Live is itching to celebrate with deck cosmetics, avatar outfits, and more.
Even 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' can't lift 2025 box office out of pandemic-crisis doldrums
After a roller coaster year, the domestic box office is expected to finish only marginally better than last year and remains down more than 20% from pre-pandemic levels.
How to watch the ‘Avatar’ movies on Prime Video
Before you see ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash,’ check out the first two ‘Avatar’ movies on Prime Video.
AMC Entertainment Stock Hits All-Time Low Despite Avatar Success, Billionaire Buy-In
AMC Entertainment Holdings Inc (NYSE:AMC) stock hit a new all-time low Tuesday at $1.64, even as the company reported its strongest pre-Christmas weekend since 2021. Here’s what investors need to know. Don't Miss: These five entrepreneurs are worth $223 billion – they all believe in one platform that offers a 7-9% target yield with monthly dividends 7 Million Gamers Already Trust Gameflip With Their Digital Assets — Now You Can Own a Stake in the Platform What To Know: The bearish price action s
Avatar Entertainment Buys Paul A. Mendelson’s Sci-Fi-Tinged Romantic Comedy Novel ‘Seville’
Paul A. Mendelson's novel 'Seville' is set for a film adaptation, with Avatar Entertainment acquiring rights to the sc-fi/romantic comedy.
From AI to Venezuela: Why 2026 is a hinge year for global power
One year ago this week, Joe Biden was president. I was in Doha, Qatar, negotiating with Israel and Hamas to finalize a ceasefire and hostage release deal. The incoming Trump team worked closely with us, a rare display of nonpartisanship to free hostages and end a war. It feels like a decade ago. A lot can happen in a year, as 2025 has shown.
Lemon Slice nabs $10.5M from YC and Matrix to build out its digital avatar tech
Digital avatar generation company Lemon Slice is working to add a video layer to AI chatbots with a new diffusion model that can create digital avatars from a single image.
Why Sports Is The Fastest Way To Break CTV’s Programmatic Ceiling
Programmatic media buying is expected to account for the majority of growth in the CTV market in 2026. This year alone, over 90% of CTV ad dollars were transacted through programmatic pipes. That data isn’t surprising. Programmatic has solved a real problem by helping brands reach TV viewers with targeted precision at much lower costs. […]
James Cameron explains 'the power couple from hell' at the core of 'Avatar: Fire and Ash'
With the help of the VFX experts at Wēta FX, the filmmaker turned his focus to the physics of fire for 'Avatar 3' — and forged a villain alliance like no other.
I Grew Up on Atari—Now I'm Reliving It on Gamestation Go in 2025
Commentary: Wander down Gen X gamer memory lane with 200 games, including Pac-Man, Asteroids, Berserk and Centipede.