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Venice Film Festival Faces Criticism Over Plummeting Female Representation as May El-Toukhy Stands Alone image
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Venice Film Festival Faces Criticism Over Plummeting Female Representation as May El-Toukhy Stands Alone

With only one female director in this year's competition, the Venice Film Festival grapples with its most significant decline in female filmmakers...

Mercury Editorial July 23, 2026

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Tesla's Robotaxi Vision Faces Harsh Reality as Promises Fall Short image
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Tesla's Robotaxi Vision Faces Harsh Reality as Promises Fall Short

Despite bold claims of rapid scaling, Tesla's robotaxi program is struggling to deliver on its ambitious promises, raising questions about the...

Mercury Editorial July 23, 2026
Corsair Unveils Stunning Frame 4500X RS R Case at $70 Discount image
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Corsair Unveils Stunning Frame 4500X RS R Case at $70 Discount

The newly released Corsair Frame 4500X RS R features a panoramic glass design, ample space for large motherboards and multiple radiators, all for...

Mercury Editorial July 23, 2026
Texas Shaken: Rare Earthquake Sparks Concerns of Aftershocks image
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Texas Shaken: Rare Earthquake Sparks Concerns of Aftershocks

A rare earthquake has rattled Texas, raising awareness of seismic activity in the region and the potential for aftershocks in the coming days.

Mercury Editorial July 23, 2026
FCC Set to Lift TV Station Ownership Cap, Marking Major Win for Broadcasters image
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FCC Set to Lift TV Station Ownership Cap, Marking Major Win for Broadcasters

As the FCC prepares to abolish long-standing limits on station ownership, tensions rise between traditional TV groups and digital platforms amid a...

Mercury Editorial July 23, 2026
Albertsons Stock Takes a Hit Amid Weaker Grocery Spending and Dismal Earnings Outlook image
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Albertsons Stock Takes a Hit Amid Weaker Grocery Spending and Dismal Earnings Outlook

Shares of Albertsons dropped sharply on Thursday following the company's warning of declining sales due to reduced consumer spending in its key...

Mercury Editorial July 23, 2026
Venice Film Chief Alberto Barbera Reflects on Last-Minute 'Primetime' Acquisition and U.S. Studios' Identity Crisis image
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Venice Film Chief Alberto Barbera Reflects on Last-Minute 'Primetime' Acquisition and U.S. Studios' Identity Crisis

In a candid interview, Alberto Barbera reveals the challenge of securing Robert Pattinson's 'Primetime' amid a noticeable absence of U.S. studio...

Mercury Editorial July 23, 2026
Congress Divided Over War Powers Resolutions as Trump Poised to Veto Iran Restrictions image
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Congress Divided Over War Powers Resolutions as Trump Poised to Veto Iran Restrictions

Lawmakers grapple with differing views on war powers, facing the likelihood of a presidential veto that could undermine efforts to limit military...

Mercury Editorial July 23, 2026
FCC Moves to Lift TV Station Ownership Cap, Potentially Reshaping Broadcast Landscape image
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FCC Moves to Lift TV Station Ownership Cap, Potentially Reshaping Broadcast Landscape

As the Federal Communications Commission prepares to abolish the long-standing ownership cap, tensions rise between traditional broadcasters and...

Mercury Editorial July 23, 2026
Geekbench 7 Unleashed: A New Era of Benchmarking Performance Awaits image
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Geekbench 7 Unleashed: A New Era of Benchmarking Performance Awaits

Primate Labs introduces Geekbench 7, featuring enhanced datasets and innovative audio and video tests that promise to push your devices to their...

Mercury Editorial July 23, 2026
Geekbench 7: A Game-Changer in Performance Benchmarking with Enhanced Testing Capabilities image
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Geekbench 7: A Game-Changer in Performance Benchmarking with Enhanced Testing Capabilities

Primate Labs' latest version of Geekbench introduces significant under-the-hood improvements, including larger datasets and advanced audio and...

Mercury Editorial July 23, 2026

Entertainment

FCC Set to Lift Ownership Caps, Empowering Broadcasters in Historic Move image
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FCC Set to Lift Ownership Caps, Empowering Broadcasters in Historic Move

In a significant shift, the FCC is preparing to abolish station ownership limits, potentially reshaping the broadcasting landscape amid ongoing...

Mercury Editorial July 23, 2026

Sports

Murauskas Follows His Heart to Arizona State, Joining Former Coach in New Chapter image
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Murauskas Follows His Heart to Arizona State, Joining Former Coach in New Chapter

The 6-foot-8 forward Paulius Murauskas announces his transfer to Arizona State, inspired by the recent hiring of his former coach at Saint Mary's.

Mercury Editorial April 23, 2026
WNBA Announces Historic 216 National Broadcast Games for 2026 Season image
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WNBA Announces Historic 216 National Broadcast Games for 2026 Season

In a groundbreaking move, the WNBA reveals its 2026 schedule will include a record number of nationally televised games and special events, aiming...

Mercury Editorial April 23, 2026
Chelsea Part Ways with Coach Liam Rosenior Following Frustrating Losing Streak image
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Chelsea Part Ways with Coach Liam Rosenior Following Frustrating Losing Streak

In a swift move, Chelsea has dismissed head coach Liam Rosenior after a disappointing tenure marked by a historic run of defeats, signaling a...

Mercury Editorial April 23, 2026
New York Mets' 12-Game Losing Streak: A Deep Dive into the Numbers Behind Their Struggles image
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New York Mets' 12-Game Losing Streak: A Deep Dive into the Numbers Behind Their Struggles

As the Mets grapple with a disheartening 12-game losing streak, analysis reveals critical shortcomings that may jeopardize their postseason hopes.

Mercury Editorial April 22, 2026

Business

Federal Reserve Rate Hike Odds Climb as Oil Prices Surge image
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Federal Reserve Rate Hike Odds Climb as Oil Prices Surge

As rising oil prices fuel inflation concerns, investors are bracing for a potential interest rate increase from the Federal Reserve this September.

Mercury Editorial July 23, 2026
Jim Cramer Urges Caution Amid Earnings Season 'Ball of Confusion' image
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Jim Cramer Urges Caution Amid Earnings Season 'Ball of Confusion'

CNBC's Jim Cramer advises investors to stay level-headed during the earnings season, emphasizing that short-term market fluctuations can often...

Mercury Editorial July 23, 2026
EU Antitrust Regulators Approve Paramount-WBD Merger Amid U.S. Legal Challenge image
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EU Antitrust Regulators Approve Paramount-WBD Merger Amid U.S. Legal Challenge

The European Union has greenlit the merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery, even as several U.S. states prepare to contest the deal's...

Mercury Editorial July 22, 2026