Rob Bronstein of the Scion Group: 5 Questions

How Jeffrey Epstein Exploited Bill Gates’ ‘Hellscape’ Marriage

Reuters / Getty ImagesA bestselling author has revealed Jeffrey Epstein’s chilling presence in the marriage of Bill and Melinda French Gates.In a new column for his Substack, HOWL, Michael Wolff detailed Epstein’s front-row seat to the unraveling of the then-world’s richest couple and beloved philanthropists—largely because of the presence of the notorious pedophile himself.“Gates, at the age of 59 in 2014, had two challenges: Turning the Gates Foundation into a transformative global power—not just to give away money, but in order to top himself, to grow and expand it to have as much impact on the world as Microsoft itself. And dealing with, or ridding himself of, his personal domestic nightmare,” Wolff, 72, wrote on Tuesday. Read more at The Daily Beast.

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JD Vance, Milton Friedman, and the ‘Rahway Elegy’

The hidden hand still works better than the heavy hand.

Elon Foretold

Photo Credit: SignetBy J.R. DunnHow did a popular American writer of the 1940s come up with a novel that accurately portrayed the activities and historical role of Elon Musk as a pioneer in the exploitation of space?

How to burst the AI bubble: Strike at its roots

Sci-fi author/tech journalist Cory Doctorow on his new book, The Reverse Centaur's Guide to Life After AI.

Mark Zuckerberg wore a $2 million vintage watch from the 1950s that tracks the cycles of the moon

Mark Zuckerberg, adorned with a vintage Rolex Stelline, articulates the pivotal role of AI in transforming medical research. His Biohub initiative emphasizes combating human illnesses through sophisticated computer models. The Stelline, a rare and coveted collector's watch, is valued in the millions, reflecting Zuckerberg's refined taste in luxury timepieces, paralleling his push for technological progress in health.

Schrödinger: Surviving, If Not Thriving, In The Tricky AI Drug Discovery Field

Schrödinger: Surviving, If Not Thriving, In The Tricky AI Drug Discovery Field

Why Schrödinger's 1944 classic What Is Life? still feels prescient

Pioneer of quantum mechanics Erwin Schrödinger's look at living organisms is one of the most influential popular-science books of the 20th century. So how does it hold up today, asks Karmela Padavic-Callaghan

Harvard professor with polarizing alien theories is picked to lead new White House UFO council

WASHINGTON (AP) — A polarizing Harvard astronomer known for splashy theories about alien visits has been tapped by the White House to lead a team of outside scientists to study the national security risks posed by UFOs. Avi Loeb, a cosmologist who studied black holes and served as head of Harvard’s astronomy department until 2020, [] The post Harvard professor with polarizing alien theories is picked to lead new White House UFO council appeared first on Loonie Politics.

Harvard professor to lead new White House UFO council

A Harvard University professor known for his polarizing theories about extraterrestrial life has been tapped by the White House to lead a scientific advisory council to study UFOs. Avi Loeb, who served as head of Harvard’s astronomy department until 2020 and has for years theorized that alien technology may already be on Earth, will join...

Jesse Eisenberg's 'Minions' legacy

We asked "Minions & Monsters" star Jesse Eisenberg about animated films standing the test of time. His answer involved fear of death and “narcissistic artist brain." #minions #minionsandmonsters #jesseeisenberg

10 Best Brian Michael Bendis Stories in Comic Book History, Ranked

Image Courtesy of Marvel Comics There was a time, not all that long ago to an elderly person like me, that Brian Michael Bendis was the hottest writer in comics. He began his career on the indies at Caliber and Oni before getting his break with Image Comics, writing Torso and Sam and Twitch. These two crime books led him []

Cory Doctorow: AI bubbles, bosses and sci-fi

As The Reverse Centaur’s Guide to Life After AI hits shelves, author Cory Doctorow explains the widely destructive promise of the AI bubble The post Cory Doctorow: AI bubbles, bosses and sci-fi appeared first on Red Pepper.

White House picks Harvard professor with polarizing alien theories to lead new UFO council

A polarizing Harvard astronomer known for splashy theories about alien visits has been tapped by the White House to lead a team of outside scientists to study the national security risks posed by UFOs.

Reel Talk movie review: Ben O’Shea reviews Minions & Monsters

Minions fight monsters in an ode to movies.

SoftBank’s Son says calling AI a bubble is ‘an insult’

At SoftBank Group’s annual shareholders’ meeting in Tokyo on Wednesday, the founder and chief executive was asked, as he is asked at almost every public appearance now, whether the artificial intelligence boom that has driven his fortune to record highs is a bubble waiting to deflate. He treated the question itself as the problem. To [] This story continues at The Next Web

Fragmentary Order: How the Creator of Escape From Tarkov Plans to Make the Most Realistic Sci-Fi Game Ever

Fragmentary Order: How the Creator of Escape From Tarkov Plans to Make the Most Realistic Sci-Fi Game Ever.

The New Media Playbook: Ireland’s marketers cut through the AI noise

Marketing leaders discuss ROI, relevance and the reality of AI adoption Photo of panel discussion at The New Media Playbook event hosted by Buymedia and Deloitte Digital in Dublin. From left: Peter McPartlin (MC), Lynda Vance (Stena Line), Stephen Williams (Windward Management), Laura Plunkett (CeADAR Ireland) and Graham Kinsella (Deloitte Digital). More than 50 senior []

Biotech catalyst, impending RPN closure and age-old funding conundrums

A roundup of this week’s Funding Insight articles The post Biotech catalyst, impending RPN closure and age-old funding conundrums appeared first on Research Professional News.

David Mitchell's 'excellent' BBC drama to return

The BBC's hit detective drama, Ludwig, has been renewed for a third season. David Mitchell leads the cast as puzzle setter John 'Ludwig' Taylor, whose quiet life is suddenly upended when his identical twin brother, DCI James Taylor, mysteriously vanishes.

The Cast of ‘Independence Day’: Where Are They 30 Years Later?  

In honor of the sci-fi blockbuster’s 30th anniversary, THR checks in on the all-star cast, including Will Smith, Bill Pullman, Jeff Goldblum and Vivica A. Fox.

MiB: Carl Richards on Sketching Wealth Strategy

This week, I speak with Carl Richards, author of “Your Money: Reimagining Wealth in Simple Sketches“. They discuss Carl’s unlikely start in finance and building his own firm. Carl also breaks down how one sketch helped him translate wealth management and become a New York Times columnist. We discuss how his career Read More The post MiB: Carl Richards on Sketching Wealth Strategy appeared first on The Big Picture.

How to invest when everything is moving too fast

TechCrunch's StrictlyVC evening in Los Angeles late last week brought together two of the more straight-talking investors working in AI right now. They were as entertaining as they were illuminating.

UK tech chiefs discuss agentic AI and workforce culture

In this week’s Computer Weekly, we hear what a group of digital leaders say about implementing agentic AI and its impact on their workforce. There’s a growing backlash against datacentres – we find out what worries campaigners. And the chief digital officer at pharma giant Sanofi talks about finding life-changing answers to challenging scientific questions. Read the issue now.

Springer Nature Takes Back Retraction of Max Planck’s Papers

Springer Nature Takes Back Retraction of Max Planck’s Papers Sara Weissman Fri, 07/10/2026 - 03:00 AM Byline(s) Sara Weissman

Wild Earth Conversations

An Interview with Jon Marvel Editor’s Note: I have known and worked with Jon Marvel for over a quarter of a century. His story is an interesting one. Its a

A Once-in-a-Decade Opportunity: 5 Growth Stocks Down 28% to 54% to Buy on the Dip

Looking for a stock outside the AI, semiconductor, or space realms? Try these five promising niche leaders.

Lux Capital cofounder Josh Wolfe’s limited-odds, high-stakes 2027 predictions

Josh Wolfe, Lux Capital cofounder, is known for backing companies like Anduril, Applied Intuition, Hugging Face, Impulse Space, Osmo, and Physical Intelligence.

This Study Proved Your Fears Can Be Inherited Genetically

A 2013 Emory University study by researchers Brian Dias and Kerry Ressler set out to test whether fear can be inherited. They trained male mice to fear the smell of cherry blossom by pairing it with a mild shock every time it was released. The PBD Podcast is hosted by Patrick Bet David, CEO of Valuetainment. Join us live every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 9 AM EST as we break down the biggest stories in news, politics, business, current events, and pop culture, plus interviews with today’s most influential leaders. Our mission is to enlighten, entertain, and educate current and future leaders through real conversations, sharp analysis, and bold perspectives. Watch the Home Team for real time reactions and catch exclusive one on one interviews with Patrick Bet David every Tuesday and Thursday featuring top entrepreneurs, executives, and newsmakers. Subscribe and join a community focused on leadership, growth, and thinking bigger. The future looks bright.

Ernst von Salomon: An Exceptional Destiny

by Robert Steuckers STEUCKERS Robert and Arktos Journal Jul 06, 2026 In this interview for Écrits de Rome, Robert Steuckers offers a wide-ranging reassessment of Ernst von Salomon, the Freikorps veteran, national-revolutionary, and author whose work has been published in English by Arktos. EdR: Ernst von Salomon is [] The post Ernst von Salomon: An Exceptional Destiny first appeared on Attack the System.

rabble summer series from the archives: Mix It Up

From the rabble archives: An interview with director of “Garbage Warrior” Oliver Hodge on Michael Reynold’s environmental architecture (structures made from, well, garbage) and Cathi Bond and Judy Rebick review the 2002 documentary ‘The Weather Underground.’ The post rabble summer series from the archives: Mix It Up appeared first on rabble.ca.

I’d Rather Risk Cancer Than See AI Move This Fast

On a fall afternoon 15 years ago, I met an idealistic researcher outside a Stanford coffee shop to discuss our shared dream: using AI to detect cancer. He had wiry hair, a penchant for talking with his hands, and a reputation for brilliance. He worked at a research lab that developed early screens for cancer; []

Will AI lower interest rates?

Kevin Warsh is drawing lessons about tech from Alan Greenspan—but selectively

SpaceX Sale Shows Funding Across Equity, Credit: Hjort

Viktor Hjort, global head of credit strategy desks analysts at BNP Paribas, and Stephanie Doyle, fixed income portfolio manager at JPMorgan Asset Management, join Katie Greifeld on Bloomberg Real Yield. (Source: Bloomberg)

Bill Ackman Backs Alphabet (NASDAQ: GOOGL), Amazon (NASDAQ: AMZN), And Meta (NASDAQ: META) As AI Spending Fears Create Buying Opportunity

Billionaire investor Bill Ackman is standing firm on his Big Tech holdings even as Wall Street grows increasingly skeptical about the industry’s massive artificial intelligence spending commitments. During a Forbes Iconoclast interview, Ackman discussed his portfolio strategy, his IPO plans, and his continued conviction in three of the market’s most debated technology giants. Ackman’s firm, [] The post Bill Ackman Backs Alphabet (NASDAQ: GOOGL), Amazon (NASDAQ: AMZN), And Meta (NASDAQ: META) As AI Spending Fears Create Buying Opportunity appeared first on Foreign Policy Journal.

JD Vance Takes on Milton Friedman

JD Vance Takes on Milton Friedman

The Imagination Era: Why creativity matters more than ever in the age of AI

We are entering what the creativity strategist Natalie Nixon calls the Imagination Era, a moment when ideas, curiosity, and new ways of thinking matter more than ever. As artificial intelligence accelerates, leaders face a critical question: How can they treat AI as a creative partner rather than a replacement for human thinking? In this Fast Company Live conversation, Natalie Nixon, PhD, founder of Figure 8 Thinking and creator of the WonderRigor method, joins Fast Company senior editor Jon Gluck to explore how leaders can pair innovation with humanity. Drawing from the upcoming second edition of her book, The Creativity Leap, Nixon examines how leaders can use wonder as a strategic advantage and unlock creativity at every level of their organizations. She provides practical insights for executives and managers navigating the future of work.

12 Great Action Movies on Hulu (July 2026): 'Iron Man' and More

Hulu just added some great movies in July, and quite a few of them are action films. The genre thrives in the summer, so now’s a good time as any to check them out. Watch With Us recommends streaming Iron Man, the 2008 blockbuster that gave birth to the MCU and revived lead star Robert []

How Butler Assassination Attempt Conspiracy Theories Became the New Dallas 1963

In Rough Edges, Mike Rothschild writes about fringe groups, conspiracy theories and how the Internet broke our brains. This column is part...

Meet the AI pioneer and former NASA engineer who will lead Spelman College

The post Meet the AI pioneer and former NASA engineer who will lead Spelman College appeared first on MS NOW.