Despite posting better-than-expected earnings for its fiscal third quarter, Nike finds itself in a familiar uncomfortable position investors are worried, and the stock is taking a serious hit. Shares of the athletic apparel company dropped nearly 9% in extended trading on Tuesday after the brand revealed a revenue forecast that left Wall Street disappointed. Rather…
‘Backrooms’ heads to theaters with viral roots
A once-niche internet concept is making its way to the big screen as Backrooms prepares for a theatrical release on May 29. Directed by Kane Parsons, the film expands on the eerie online phenomenon that has captivated audiences with its unsettling, maze-like environments and psychological tension. The project marks a significant step for Parsons, who…
‘KPop Demon Hunters’ meals have officially landed at McDonald’s menus
McDonald’s is tapping into the global K-pop wave with a new collaboration inspired by the hit animated film KPop Demon Hunters. The fast-food giant has introduced limited-edition meals themed around the movie’s rival fictional bands, bringing fans closer to the story through food and collectibles. The new offerings are designed to reflect the personalities and…
Oracle cuts 30,000 jobs in brutal 6 a.m. email shockwave
Oracle has reportedly launched a sweeping round of layoffs that could impact as many as 30,000 employees worldwide, marking one of the company’s most significant workforce reductions in recent years. The cuts began quietly but quickly drew attention as affected workers shared their experiences online. According to multiple reports and employee posts, many staff members…
Avatar: The Last Airbender season 2 gets an exciting Netflix date reveal
Netflix has officially announced the return date for Avatar: The Last Airbender Season 2, and the cast could not be more excited about what is coming. In a date announcement video released by the streaming giant, the stars of the live-action series teased a season that promises to go bigger, deeper and more spectacular than…
New BA.3.2 cicada COVID variant raises alarm: Symptoms and vaccine facts
A new COVID-19 subvariant is quietly making its way around the world, and health officials are paying close attention. Known as BA.3.2 and nicknamed the “Cicada” variant, the strain belongs to the Omicron family of the SARS-CoV-2 virus and has now been detected in at least 23 countries. The World Health Organization is currently tracking…
Lamar Odom is alive: inside 1 near-fatal overdose that changed everything
Lamar Odom is very much alive today, but for a stretch in October 2015, that outcome looked anything but guaranteed. A new docuseries, Untold: The Death & Life of Lamar Odom, released March 31, 2026, is pulling back the curtain on one of the most harrowing chapters in the former NBA star’s life a near-fatal…
Allbirds agrees to sell its assets to American Exchange Group for $39M
Allbirds is entering a defining moment in its business journey, taking concrete steps toward winding down operations after years of building a recognizable name in sustainable fashion. The company has agreed to sell substantially all of its assets in a deal valued at $39 million, marking a significant shift in its future direction. The agreement…
Rec Room shutdown 2026 as popular VR platform closes after a decade
Rec Room is officially shutting down on June 1, 2026, bringing an end to a 10-year run that helped define social gaming in virtual reality. The platform, which launched in 2016, became widely known for its user-generated content and cross-platform accessibility, allowing players to connect across VR headsets, consoles, and PCs. Despite building a large…
Flood watch issued as heavy rain targets New York
Residents across Binghamton and surrounding communities are facing a prolonged stretch of wet weather as a flood watch takes effect through Wednesday evening. Forecasters warn that multiple rounds of rain could quickly overwhelm low-lying areas, creating hazardous travel conditions and rising water levels. The system has already begun bringing steady rainfall, with heavier bands expected…