‘The Big Short’ Writer Charles Randolph Adapting ‘Muppets in Moscow,’ for Emotion Pictures and Felix Culpa (EXCLUSIVE)

Oscar-winning writer Charles Randolph is adapting Natasha Rogoff’s memoir ‘Muppets in Moscow’ into a feature film for Emotion Pictures, exploring the complex history of Sesame Street in Russia.

Taiwan’s chips power the global economy. China holds the leverage

Taiwan’s semiconductor dominance is critical to the global economy, but China’s strategic options could disrupt supply chains and impact worldwide growth.

Additive Blending on the Nintendo 64

Exploring recent technical breakthroughs enabling additive blending on the Nintendo 64, improving effects like explosions and magic spells in games.

Bill to block publishers from killing online games advances in California

A bill in California aims to prevent publishers from shutting down online games without notice, facing legislative hurdles but gaining support amid industry debate.

Mixtape is a musical portrait of teenage life

Mixtape is now available on multiple platforms, offering players an immersive experience of teenage nostalgia, friendship, and coming-of-age themes through gameplay and music.

Foreign tourists get a grip on sumo beyond ringside

International visitors are increasingly engaging in immersive sumo experiences across Japan, beyond traditional tournaments, driven by tourism growth and curiosity.

Brief US-China calm masks simmering anger and distrust

A brief period of calm in US-China relations masks underlying tensions and distrust, with experts warning of potential future conflicts.

A True-to-Life Biennale

First-ever artist strike at Venice Biennale halts pre-opening events, with 54 artists withdrawing in solidarity amid controversy over national pavilion inclusion.

Turtle Beach made a good SteelSeries headset clone that’s $50 less

Turtle Beach’s new Stealth Pro 2 headset closely resembles SteelSeries’ Arctis Nova Pro Omni but at a $50 lower price, raising questions about design inspiration and value.

2026.20: Shifting Alliances in a Changing World

Major shifts in international alliances are confirmed as key nations realign in response to emerging geopolitical and technological developments.