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Bethesda's last Skyrim concept artist has been laid off after "almost 18 years of dedication to The Elder Scrolls, Fallout, and Starfield" amid Xbox cuts: "It has been my honor"

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July 10, 2026

 Bethesda's last Skyrim concept artist has been laid off after "almost 18 years of dedication to The Elder Scrolls, Fallout, and Starfield" amid Xbox cuts: "It has been my honor"
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TheGamer

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· Jul 10, 2026

Xbox's Bethesda Layoffs Include Artist Behind Skyrim's Iconic Opening

An artist who worked on the iconic opening to Skyrim has been laid off as part of Xbox's widespread job cuts.

Rock Paper Shotgun

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· Jul 10, 2026

"We are the best allies to game devs": Skyrim modder shows solidarity with laid off Bethesda workers by draping union logos across Tamriel

You've heard about Microsoft's mass layoffs by now. The last few days have been filled with stories of how these cuts are affecting different studios both still and formerly owned by Xbox, with even Elder Scrolls 6 developers Bethesda not being spared, regardless of that series being one their corporate overlords are determined to squeeze more out of going forwards. Thankfully, those overlords are reciving some pushback, with unionised Bethesda staff planning protest rallies and a modder using their talents to offer players a way of showing solidarity. Read more

Us Weekly

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· Jun 30, 2026

Inside 'Storage Wars' Star Darrell Sheets' Celebration of Life

Loved ones gathered to say a heartfelt final goodbye to Darrell Sheets. Family and friends met in Huntington Beach on Monday, June 29, for a celebration of life ceremony in honor of the late reality TV star, who died two months ago at the age of 67. “It was an honor to be a part []

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· Jun 24, 2026

Julien Dossena: The Best of His Rabanne in Vogue

As the creative director makes his exit after 13 years at the house, a look back at how Julien Dossena’s work was featured in the magazine.

Cosmopolitan

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· Jun 26, 2026

Prime Day Ends Tonight—Grab These Editor-Approved Fashion Deals While They’re Still on Sale

The markdowns are still insane!!!

The korea Herald News

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· Jul 8, 2026

Winwin to leave SM Entertainment, end all NCT activities

Winwin of NCT will part ways with SM Entertainment and end all activities with the group, the agency announced Wednesday. In a statement released through the global fan community Weverse, SM Entertainment said it had mutually agreed with the artist to terminate his exclusive contract, effective Thursday, following extensive discussions. We would like to express our gratitude to Winwin, who has been with the company for more than 10 years since his trainee days, the agency said. We will suppor

Wired

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· Jun 27, 2026

99 Last Minute Prime Day Deals: Up to 50% Off (2026)

Prime Day is hours away from ending, so take one last look through our hand-picked deals before they're gone.

E! Online

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· Jun 25, 2026

Miranda Kerr Swears by This $9 Drugstore Foundation—It's Still on Sale

Prime Day may be winding down, but some of the best beauty deals are still going strong. If you've been waiting to stock up on Miranda Kerr's go-to drugstore foundation, now's the time—it's still...

CNET

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· Jun 27, 2026

Prime Day Is Over, but the Deals Are Hanging On. Here Are Hundreds of Our Shopping Experts' Favorites

Prime Day officially ended yesterday, but we're still basking in its afterglow.

The Hollywood Reporter

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· Jun 29, 2026

Jeremy Allen White Knew ‘The Bear’ Ending for Two Years

Ayo Edebiri and Ebon Moss-Bachrach also tell The Hollywood Reporter what it was like to say goodbye to their characters on the hit FX series: It was time for the show to end.

Borneo Bulletin

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· Jun 28, 2026

Never too late to paint

Never too late to paint

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· Jun 30, 2026

One Piece season 3 celebrates end of production with cast photo featuring new series regular Vivi

One Piece season 3 celebrates end of production with cast photo featuring new series regular Vivi

ZDNet

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· Jun 26, 2026

The best Prime Day headphone deals: Apple, Bose, Sony, and more deals I'd buy before the sale ends

Prime Day ends today, and I've found the best headphone deals - many of which are recent, flagship releases from Apple, Sony, Bose, and more.

Bounding Into Comics

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· Jul 9, 2026

DOOM’s Co-Creator John Romero Speaks Out on Xbox’s id Software Cuts

Xbox’s recent layoffs and studio shutdowns have been rough over the last few weeks, and DOOM’s studio, id Software, was

Hi China

· Jun 29, 2026

Hezhe Fish-Skin Craft

From skinning and 10+ days of softening, to hand-stitching and natural dyeing—each piece is reborn through patience and craft into a wearable fabric born of water and tradition. #HeritageandInheritors

ComicBook.com

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· Jul 9, 2026

The Elder Scrolls 6 Release Date Potentially Delayed

Image courtesy of Bethesda The long-dreaded Xbox layoffs have officially begun, and The Elder Scrolls is among the impacted franchises. A massive number of Zenimax Online staff formerly working on The Elder Scrolls Online have been let go, forcing the remaining team to adjust its ambitious roadmap. Now, those Bethesda staff who remain to work on The Elder Scrolls []

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· Jul 8, 2026

Fallout and Elder Scrolls union says Bethesda layoffs didn't hurt Microsoft's "14 layers of management" – "We lost dozens of programmers, artists, designers and testers"

Fallout and Elder Scrolls union says Bethesda layoffs didn't hurt Microsoft's "14 layers of management" – "We lost dozens of programmers, artists, designers and testers"

Mashable

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· Jul 1, 2026

Xbox layoffs, studio closures could start in days

It sounds like many people at various Xbox-affiliated studios could lose their jobs soon.

BoingBoing

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· Jul 6, 2026

XBox announces layoffs

Microsoft's XBox division today announced that it would lay off 3,200 workers and cut loose four of its studios, part of the latest wave of job losses to hit the game industry. Kotaku acquired email outlining the layoffs, half of which are immediate and the rest to take place later. — Read the rest The post XBox announces layoffs appeared first on Boing Boing.

Digital Trends

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· Jun 26, 2026

In the last hours of Prime Day, I found the best deals to save you the regret of missing out

Prime Day ends tonight, and these are the deals I'd spend my own money on before the prices go back up and the memory crisis makes them go even higher.

DNyuz

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· Jun 22, 2026

Zelda: Ocarina of Time Fan Remake Stops Production After 10 Years Following New Nintendo Announcement

After a decade of hard work and progress, this Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time passion project is finally coming to an end, but the creator has some exciting ideas for what they might tackle next. Ocarina of Time Project Creator Shares Future Plans Screenshot: Nintendo CryZENx is a passionate Nintendo and Zelda fan who []

IGN

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· Jul 12, 2026

Obsidian Director Blasts People 'Running Their Mouths' About How the Studio Has Changed Following Xbox Layoffs

Obsidian Entertainment director Brandon Adler is tired of seeing cold take artists who are running their mouths about the studio following recent Xbox layoffs.

New Musical Express

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· Jul 13, 2026

‘Dragon Age’ is finished following ‘Veilguard’ flop, says series creator

We were always one breath away from the [current] project being shelved” The post ‘Dragon Age’ is finished following ‘Veilguard’ flop, says series creator appeared first on NME.

Legit.ng

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· Jun 27, 2026

Veteran director-actor K Bhagyaraj passes away as movie industry mourns

Veteran filmmaker K. Bhagyaraj, aged 73, has passed away, leaving behind a legacy of award-winning films and an indelible mark on Tamil cinema. Tributes pour in.

The Daily Beast

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· Jul 10, 2026

Departing Fox Host Breaks Down On-Air as She Says Goodbye

Fox NewsLongtime Fox News host Janice Dean fought back tears as she said goodbye on air after 22 years at the network.The 56-year-old meteorologist, who is battling multiple sclerosis, was honored by her Fox Friends colleagues in an emotional 15-minute segment to close out Friday morning’s show. Dean announced last month that she was stepping down from her position at Fox, calling the time since then a period of grief. Read more at The Daily Beast.

Variety

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· Jun 25, 2026

From ‘Toy Story 5’ Finds to Back-to-School Gear, These Are the Best Amazon Prime Deals for Kids and Babies

Amazon’s 2026 Prime Day event is down to its final stretch, but there’s still time to find plenty of deals that make the last-minute scroll worth it. With less than two days left, the sale is still running strong, especially when it comes to toys, games and kid-friendly finds. The toy deals are one of []

Elite Daily

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· Jul 9, 2026

Jack Antonoff & Margaret Qualley's Relationship Timeline Is Full Of Twists

In their five years together, Jack Antonoff and Margaret Qualley made sweet music. But it sounds like their love song has reached its end.

Tehran Times

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· Jun 27, 2026

Research and creativity essential to preserving traditional pottery painting: ceramic artist

TEHRAN – An Iranian ceramic painter said the long-term survival of traditional pottery painting depends on sustained research, creativity and continuous training, adding that artistic commitment rather than commercial considerations has been the driving force behind her work for more than two decades.

The Hindu BusinessLine

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· Jul 1, 2026

Microsoft to cut nearly 2.5% of workforce in latest layoffs: Report

The layoffs will impact thousands of roles, including sales and consulting, as well as jobs at ​the Xbox gaming division, ‌the Business Insider report said

Kotaku

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· Jul 6, 2026

The Internet Reacts To Xbox’s Layoff-Filled ‘Reset’ With Relief And Rage: ‘Another Stream Of Tone Deaf Excuses’

Though some of Xbox's most beloved studios are remaining open, the extreme layoffs spell even worse times ahead for the industry

Irish Mirror

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· Jul 7, 2026

Patrick Kielty to return to Late Late Show as RTE extends contract until 2028

The revelation has ended months of speculation over whether or not the Co Down comedian would return next season after his current deal expired in May.

The Beat

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· Jul 9, 2026

Exclusive: Vault announces Sterle & Erman’s LONG LOST – THE COMPLETE COLLECTION

Vault Comics has announced Long Lost: The Complete Collection. Read a letter from the creators and the full first chapter before its release.

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