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The Scream franchise is bringing back Matthew Lillard's character, Stu Macher, for Scream 7, despite his death in the first film. Details on Stu's return are undisclosed, as filming is currently in progress with Neve Campbell reprising her role as Sidney Prescott alongside other returning cast members. Scream 7, directed by Kevin Williamson, is set to release in theaters on February 27, 2026, featuring a mix of familiar faces and new additions to the ensemble...

Investing in a sunrise alarm clock can help improve your wake-up routine by gently waking you up with gradual light and calming nature sounds. These clocks simulate dawn, making it feel like the sun is rising, and can help regulate your body's natural wake-up rhythm. They can also benefit those with seasonal affective disorder by improving mental health in dark months. Exposure to artificial light in the morning has been shown to improve cognitive performance...

Meta is eliminating its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs in the US due to legal and policy concerns, according to a memo by Janelle Gale, the company's VP of human resources. The decision includes rolling back representation goals, ending the "diverse slate approach" to hiring, and focusing on fair practices to mitigate bias for all employees. Additionally, Meta will no longer source business suppliers from diverse-owned businesses. Full Article

During an earnings call, Intel announced its next major client CPU architecture, "Nova Lake," set to debut in 2026 under co-chief executives Michelle Johnston Holthaus and David Zinsner. This follows the upcoming release of Panther Lake in 2025, with both chips aiming to enhance performance and reduce costs for Intel and its partners. Intel's foundry business will play a significant role in producing Panther Lake, while Nova Lake will involve a combination of internal and...

Meta’s Threads app is adding new Instagram-like features, including a dedicated media tab and photo tagging abilities, in response to user requests. The app's markup tool will now be available globally, allowing users to doodle on posts. With 320 million monthly users, Threads is continuing to grow and compete with Bluesky, with Meta recently testing ads on the platform. Full Article

The U.S. Copyright Office states that AI-generated creations in the U.S. can be copyrighted if they have been edited by a human, but not if they lack human modifications. The report outlines scenarios where AI-generated content may be eligible for IP protections, such as using AI tools to enhance film production. The agency plans to address whether AI systems making independent artistic choices can produce copyrightable works in a future report. Full Article