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‘Iron Man’ Cinematographer Matthew Libatique Says AI ‘Could Replace Marvel’ VFX, but They’ll Never ‘Use AI Actors’
Cinematographer Matthew Libatique says AI could replace visual effects in major studio films like Marvel, but actors will remain essential for character development and audience connection.
‘Criminal Minds: Evolution’ to End With Season 20 at Paramount+
Criminal Minds: Evolution will conclude with its 20th season on Paramount+, which is set to premiere in 2027. The revival series has been running at the streamer since its 2022 debut.
Bulgarians vote for president in shadow of Russia’s war on Ukraine
Bulgaria held its presidential election with leading candidates divided over the country’s stance on Russia’s war in Ukraine, amid economic hardship and maritime security concerns.
Serbia votes in election pitting longtime leader against student movement
Serbians voted in snap parliamentary elections pitting longtime leader Aleksandar Vucic against a mass student-led protest movement demanding an end to corruption and institutional reform.
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Canadian retail sales rise 0.6% in June, e-commerce jumps 9.9%
Canadian retail sales climbed 0.6% to C$74.3bn in June, with e-commerce surging 9.9% and representing 7.7% of total retail trade.
Thom Yorke, Romy and Brian Eno among 200 musicians urging PM to reject new North Sea drilling
Over 200 musicians, including Thom Yorke and Brian Eno, have urged the prime minister to reject plans for new North Sea oil and gas drilling, citing climate concerns and questioning energy security benefits.
Ross Stores raises forecast after surge in Q2 sales and store openings
Ross Stores raised its full-year earnings forecast after reporting a 13% surge in second-quarter sales to $6.3 billion and announcing plans to open 115 new stores during the year.
Asahi Kasei Develops Novel Lithium Pre-doping Technology to Raise Energy Density and Lower Cost of Silicon-rich Lithium-ion Batteries
Asahi Kasei has developed pre-doping technology for silicon-based lithium-ion batteries that uses lithium carbonate to boost energy density and reduce costs compared to conventional approaches.
A Lumentum VP Just Parted With $10 Million in Stock. Here’s What Long-Term Investors Should Know
Vincent Retort, vice president of global reliability and quality at Lumentum Holdings, sold 12,566 shares worth $10.7 million on August 19-20, primarily to satisfy tax withholding obligations from restricted stock vesting.
Lithium-Ion Batteries Tapped For $100 Million from Trump Admin.
The Trump administration awarded a $100 million grant to battery manufacturer Forge Nano for expanding its North Carolina lithium-ion production facility, with startup expected in 2028.
3 Things Nvidia Needs to Get Right This Week
Nvidia prepares to report fiscal second-quarter earnings after market close Wednesday, with analysts expecting 97% revenue growth to $92.1 billion amid questions about future guidance and market expectations.
California Solar Power Bills Move Forward to Support Balcony Solar, Community Solar, and VPPs
California lawmakers are advancing multiple bills to promote solar energy through balcony solar systems, community solar programs, and virtual power plants, potentially reversing recent industry decline.
T. Rowe Price to buy fixed income fund manager F/m Investments
T. Rowe Price agreed to acquire F/m Investments, a fixed income manager overseeing $19bn in assets as of late July, in a deal expected to close in early 2027.
TVA Approves Gas-Powered Data Center Plan
The Tennessee Valley Authority approved its 2026 Integrated Resource Plan, authorizing gas power plant expansion to support artificial intelligence data centers while reducing renewable energy investments.
Sunrun Shifts Away from Affiliates to Direct Sales
Sunrun, the nation’s leading rooftop solar installer, is shifting from affiliate-based sales to direct sales representation, adding 1,500 direct sales representatives in the second quarter.
Princeton Critical Minerals Raises $16M to Scale Lithium Production Technologies
Princeton Critical Minerals raised $16 million to expand its lithium production technology from brine sources, addressing growing demand for critical minerals in energy storage and electrification.