GTA 6 Launching on PS5 and Xbox in 2026
Grand Theft Auto VI, set to launch on November 19, 2026, will be available on both PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X, with early preorder options and a rumored 60 FPS support on the PS5 Pro.
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WhatsApp Chat Used to Send €500M for Crime, Extremism
A 532-member WhatsApp group chat was used to send hundreds of millions of euros in cash for organized crime and extremism, with no paper trail, according to an investigation by European broadcasters.
Reports That US Wants Stake in Venezuela Oil Spark Outcry
Reports that the US is preparing to claim a big stake in Venezuela’s massive energy reserves have sparked an outcry, with critics describing the move as 'predatory' and 'unconstitutional', according to The Guardian.
Davy Jones Could Return to Pirates of the Caribbean, Says Bill Nighy
Bill Nighy, who played the tentacled sea monster Davy Jones in two Pirates of the Caribbean films, has confirmed that Disney is interested in bringing him back to the franchise. According to Screen Rant, a producer had previously asked Nighy if he would return without the prosthetics.
NVIDIA’s Record $96.2 Billion Sales and 75% Gross Margin Highlight Strong Q2 Results
Nvidia reported $96.2 billion in sales for the second quarter of fiscal 2026, more than doubling year-over-year and surpassing Wall Street's expectations, according to The Motley Fool and Bankinter.
Instagram Chief Testifies Meta’s Teen Safety Feature Used by Few
Instagram’s chief admitted that few teenagers used a feature meant to combat addiction before it was turned on by default, according to a trial transcript.
Lockerbie Bombing Trial Postponed to January 2025
The trial of a Libyan man over the 1988 Lockerbie bombing has been postponed for a third time, after new evidence emerged. According to the BBC, the new start date is set for January next year.
French Tourist Dies in Death Valley After Car Stuck in Mud
A 68-year-old French tourist, Pierre Michel Formosa, died in Death Valley National Park on August 17 after his vehicle became stuck in mud and he was forced to walk in extreme heat. He was pronounced dead at the scene after a search and rescue operation located him about 1.5 miles from Badwater Road.
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max Prices Dropped as iPhone 18 Looms
Retailers are slashing prices for the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max, with Amazon UK offering it for £1,099 — a £100 discount ahead of the iPhone 18 release.
Two injured in stabbing attack at Canada Sikh temple
Two people were injured in a stabbing attack at a Sikh temple in Canada’s Nanaksar Gurdwara on Friday morning, according to police. The 27-year-old suspect, who has a history of violent offenses, was reportedly released from federal prison the day before the incident.
Apple Accidentally Leaked More Than 10 New Products in macOS Update
Apple's macOS 26.7 update has accidentally revealed details of more than 10 new products, according to MacRumors.
Meta Hooked Children on Facebook, Trial Claims
A court has heard claims Meta intentionally hooked a generation of children on Facebook and Instagram, as the biggest legal challenge faced by the social media platform began, according to the BBC.
iPhone 18 Pro Max Launch: Prices, Delays, and Battery Specs Revealed
Apple will launch the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max in September 2026, skipping the standard iPhone 18 until 2027, according to multiple reports.
CEO 2026: Leadership Recognition and Strategic Shifts
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang tops Glassdoor’s 2026 Best CEOs list with 99% employee approval, according to the ranking released on August 14, 2026.
Instagram Accounts Fuelling Ceuta Migration Crisis
A network of Instagram accounts is fueling the migration crisis in Ceuta by offering paid advice for people trying to cross into the Spanish enclave from Morocco, according to a BBC investigation.