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Massive Maui Wildfires Fueled by Hurricane Dora Cut Power and 911 Service for Thousands
Update August 9 at 5:20 p.m. EST:Devastating wildfires that have been fueled by hurricane winds have killed several on the Hawaiian island of Maui. Emergency responders are overwhelmed by the devastation. Maui County Mayor Richard Bissen confirmed during a press conference today that the fires have killed... #press
https://gizmodo.com/maui-wildfires-power-outage-911-service-1850721097?utm_source=press.coop
Hollywood Mourns the Passing of Director William Friedkin
From iconic directors and legendary actors, to big corporations and famous name brands, it seems everyone in Hollywood has something incredible to say about William Friedkin. The legendary, Oscar-winning filmmaker behind The Exorcist, The French Connection, Sorcerer, and so many others passed away at 87 this week in…Read... #press
Amazon Removes AI-Generated Books That Spoofed an Author's Byline
Amazon has removed half a dozen AI-generated books published under a living author’s name without her consent following a social media backlash. Though the misleading content was finally removed on Tuesday, the author, veteran publishing industry writer Jane Friedman, worries that a lack of clear, coherent policies... #press
https://gizmodo.com/amazon-jane-friedman-ai-generated-books-removed-1850718989?utm_source=press.coop
Ken Stars in the Second Wave of Barbie Movie Dolls
Looks like a good old fashioned visit to the toy aisle might be in order if you want a chance at the second drop of Barbie movie dolls.Read more... #press
Hollywood Should Actually Cast Matt Berry in a Star Wars Project
Though most American audiences know Matt Berry for playing frisky vampire Laszlo on What We Do in the Shadows, he’s had a lengthy comedy career in his native England, highlighted by cult-beloved shows like Garth Marenghi’s Darkplace, The Mighty Boosh, and Toast of London, to name just a few.Read more... #press
Dracula Attacks in Exclusive Clip From The Last Voyage of the Demeter
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The Gaming Shelf Reaps What It Sows
So... Gen Con happened. To like, all of us. The annual gaming con held in Indianapolis brought “record breaking” numbers of fans through the convention center. Also, a few awards. Yours truly lost the Diana Jones Award for Excellence in Gaming to a truly excellent and deserving game, Coyote & Crow. Additionally Free…Read more... #press
Orion's Heat Shield Remains 'Biggest Open Issue' Ahead of NASA's Artemis 2 Mission
NASA is working to resolve a lingering issue with the Orion capsule’s heat shield, which is designed to protect the astronauts on board the spacecraft during its return to Earth as part of the Artemis 2 mission.Read more... #press
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Obesity Drug Wegovy Found to Prevent Heart Attacks, Strokes in Major Trial
Wegovy, the popular obesity treatment, also seems to offer heart health benefits. On Tuesday, Novo Nordisk reported the results of a comprehensive clinical trial evaluating the drug’s efficacy in preventing heart attacks and strokes in overweight or obese individuals. According to the company, Wegovy cut... #press
The Microphone Cardi B Threw at a Fan Is Up for Sale on eBay if You Have $100,000
In 2023, artists are still finding ways to connect with their fans. After a concertgoer threw a drink at a Cardi B performance last week, Cardi B retaliated by throwing her microphone back. Now, that microphone is apparently up for auction on eBay.Read more... #press
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Scientists in Japan Develop Experimental Alzheimer's Vaccine That Shows Promise in Mice
Scientists in Japan may be at the start of a truly monumental accomplishment: a vaccine that can slow or delay the progression of Alzheimer’s disease. In preliminary research released this week, the vaccine appeared to reduce inflammation and other important biomarkers in the brains of mice with... #press
The Microphone Cardi B Threw at a Fan Is Up for Sale on eBay if You Have $100,000
In 2023, artists are still finding ways to connect with their fans. After a concertgoer threw a drink at a Cardi B performance last week, Cardi B retaliated by throwing her microphone back. Now, that microphone is apparently up for auction on eBay.Read more... #press
https://gizmodo.com/microphone-cardi-b-threw-fan-on-ebay-100k-1850703739?utm_source=press.coop
Sorry Folks, Jack Quaid Is Not Johnny Storm in Marvel’s Fantastic 4
Jack Quaid is not going “flame on!” any time soon.Read more... #press
Treating GIFs as Fine Art | Gizmodo Interview
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Animation Depicts Satellite's Final Moments During Groundbreaking 'Assisted' Reentry
A groundbreaking demonstration by the European Space Agency (ESA) suggests it’s possible to deorbit satellites safely and in a reasonably controlled manner, even for those not originally designed for such maneuvers.Read more... #press
Samsung Is Creating a Network of Genius Bars for Its Foldable Phones
There’s some good news for those reluctant to carry a folding smartphone without an accessible safety net. Samsung has partnered with Asurion to convert existing uBreakiFix locations into specialized Samsung repair shops. By the end of 2023, the company says it will will equip 50 stores around the U.S. with the... #press
https://gizmodo.com/samsung-galaxy-fold-z-flip-repair-shop-network-1850704805?utm_source=press.coop
Facebook Isn’t Giving Up on Smart Glasses, Even if It Probably Should
Remember when the company once called Facebook tried to convince the world to spend $300 on a pair of camera-equipped Ray-Bans capable of snapping photos of people while they weren’t looking? Neither did we, really, but that hasn’t stopped Meta from moving forward with a pricey multi-year plan to roll out new…Read more... #press
https://gizmodo.com/facebook-ray-ban-stories-sunglasses-not-used-1850704484?utm_source=press.coop
Pixar's Slow-Burn Hit Elemental Is Coming Home Soon, With Tons of Extras
Rom-com Elemental—initially a disappointment for Pixar and Disney—has continued to rack up money at the box office, and now the sleeper hit has a new income stream in its near future: home viewers. Peter Sohn’s animated tale will soon arrive on digital, followed by a physical release, and it’s bringing... #press
Argentina Experienced Its Hottest Winter Day in Over 100 Years
Buenos Aires in Argentina saw an especially hot start to this August, and temperatures spiked above 30 degrees Celsius throughout the capital for the first time in years.Read more... #press
Voyager Space and Airbus to Collaborate on Commercial Successor to the ISS
Colorado-based company Voyager Space is collaborating with Europe’s Airbus to build a commercial space station in low Earth orbit that will succeed the International Space Station (ISS) following its retirement. Read more... #press
