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Summer Game Fest 2026 roundup: All the shows, trailers, news and reviews

Engadget

Summer Game Fest just wrapped up its sixth year and, like a beautifully cel-shaded version of The Blob, the show just keeps on growing. The official Summer Game Fest 2026 showcase took place on June 5, but the surrounding buffet of new game reveals, release date announcements, review opportunities and developer spotlights actually ran from June 1 all the way to June 9. That's more than an entire week of near-constant video game news and trailers to consume, and here we've gathered absolutely all of it in one tidy but lengthy package. First up, a collection of Engadget's previews and reporting from Summer Game Fest Play Days in Los Angeles, which ran from June 6-8: Control Resonant's take on New York feels like the Backrooms Silent Hill Townfall brings atmospheric horror to '90s Scotland with incredible attention to detail Saw: Genesis looks the most fun when you're the murderous mastermind Alien: Isolation 2 keeps the classic horror game's uncompromising approach to raising tension Spyro: A Realm Beyond sees the '90s purple dragon make a big comeback Be like Carl from Summer House and get in the MIX with another high-energy stream filled with great-looking upcoming indie games, gathered by the folks at the Media Indie Exchange. The MIX hosts a smattering of annual online indie showcases, and alongside in-person events, they've been spreading the good gaming word for the past 10 years.


Welcome to the Waymo World Cup

WIRED

It might not feel all that different from older World Cups--for better or worse. Waymo, the Alphabet subsidiary offering robotaxi rides in 11 US metros right now, says it's ready for the FIFA World Cup . Match attendees can catch driverless rides to six of the 16 North American venues: stadiums in Atlanta, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, and the San Francisco Bay Area. The sprawling football event, expected to attract some 6.5 million visitors to the continent over more than a month, could prove an exciting close-up for Waymo . The company says it's serving half-a-million paid rides a week--paltry stuff compared to the likes of ride-hail giants Uber and Lyft, but more impressive once you remember that the things don't have drivers.


Trial begins for man accused of sparking Palisades Fire in California

Al Jazeera

Federal prosecutors in the United States have accused 29-year-old Jonathan Rinderknecht of deliberately starting the Palisades Fire, which grew into one of the most destructive in the history of Los Angeles, California. Opening statements were presented on Wednesday in Rinderknecht's federal trial, where he stands accused of destroying property by means of fire, committing arson affecting interstate commerce, and lighting timber aflame. While prosecutors portrayed him as an arsonist who premeditated his crime, defence lawyers argued there was no proof that he had ignited the blazes. If anything, they said, Rinderknecht had tried to stop them. "When all the evidence is in, there will be one thing missing: proof that Jonathan Rinderknecht started that fire on January 1," lawyer Steve Haney told jurors.


Pairing nine World Cup contenders with their college football counterparts ahead of 2026 tournament

FOX News

Trump tears into Stephen A Smith as feud grows: 'Arrogant fool, a low IQ individual' Orioles' Leody Taveras suffers most embarrassing strikeout of the pitch clock era against his former team'World's Best Ex-Girlfriend' Morgan Riddle done dating athletes, Nikki Spoelstra's selfies for haters & malls Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing executes a slide so illegal it would've made the 1980s proud The magic of Omaha: Why the College World Series is unlike anything else in sports that's worth the trip Kyle Busch's son suffers heartbreak in emotional return to racing after father's stunning death Why the under 4.5 through five innings is the play in Nationals-Giants with Foster Griffin facing Robbie Ray Dana White brings legendary stuntman Travis Pastrana's dirt bike backflip to White House USMNT legend Landon Donovan talks World Cup, American soccer's influence overseas during Raising Cane's shift Athletics wild first game in Las Vegas leads to 29 runs, 11 home runs in ominous sign for area's MLB future LIV Golf CEO refuses to guarantee circuit's remaining events will go on as scheduled with awkward sales pitch Golf WAG Jena Sims gets excited talking about meeting Travis Kelce and reveals that he's her'hall pass' Steve Doocy traces Walmart's origins in Arkansas Pompeo warns Iranian regime will'not go away' after US helicopter downed House approves resolution to limit Trump's war powers Trump's reveals new details on Iran drone attack downing US Apache helicopter Trump warns Iran will'PAY THE PRICE' after taking too long'Fox & Friends' covers the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026, counting down to the global soccer event. Former USMNT Midfielder Stu Holden joins live from Audi Field to discuss the Capitol Cup congressional soccer match. Holden highlights the growing excitement for soccer in the U.S. and the national team's underdog chances in the World Cup before taking part in a lighthearted penalty-kick challenge. When it comes to fandom, few can rival international soccer fanatics. It's hard to find a group of people more fervent than the ones who support a World Cup powerhouse.


Trump tears into Stephen A Smith as feud grows: 'Arrogant fool, a low IQ individual'

FOX News

Cardi B claims Donald Trump's attendance brought a'dark' energy to NBA Finals Game 3 Orioles' Leody Taveras suffers most embarrassing strikeout of the pitch clock era against his former team'World's Best Ex-Girlfriend' Morgan Riddle done dating athletes, Nikki Spoelstra's selfies for haters & malls Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing executes a slide so illegal it would've made the 1980s proud The magic of Omaha: Why the College World Series is unlike anything else in sports that's worth the trip Kyle Busch's son suffers heartbreak in emotional return to racing after father's stunning death Why the under 4.5 through five innings is the play in Nationals-Giants with Foster Griffin facing Robbie Ray Dana White brings legendary stuntman Travis Pastrana's dirt bike backflip to White House USMNT legend Landon Donovan talks World Cup, American soccer's influence overseas during Raising Cane's shift Athletics wild first game in Las Vegas leads to 29 runs, 11 home runs in ominous sign for area's MLB future LIV Golf CEO refuses to guarantee circuit's remaining events will go on as scheduled with awkward sales pitch Steve Doocy explores Bentonville, Arkansas, the'Mountain Bike Capital of the World' Steve Doocy traces Walmart's origins in Arkansas Pompeo warns Iranian regime will'not go away' after US helicopter downed House approves resolution to limit Trump's war powers Trump's reveals new details on Iran drone attack downing US Apache helicopter OutKick Sports Trump tears into Stephen A Smith as feud grows: 'Arrogant fool, a low IQ individual' The ESPN host questioned Trump's policies after the president first mocked his aptitude for political office President Donald Trump responded to ESPN's Stephen A Smith's critique about showing up to the New York Knicks' NBA Finals game. President Donald Trump took another swipe at ESPN personality Stephen A. Smith as the two traded barbs over the president's attendance at the New York Knicks' NBA Finals game. Smith initially said Trump's attendance would be a detriment to NBA fans and the city. Trump was asked to respond to Smith's comments by Fox News Digital/OutKick on Monday night. The president said he wasn't sure that Smith had the aptitude or a high IQ to run for office.


Ella Langley goes viral with passionate comments about her Christian faith, God, love and religion

FOX News

Christopher Nolan's'The Odyssey' uncorks a Trojan Horse popcorn bucket that stores the goods in its crotch New trailer released for upcoming post-apocalyptic thriller'The Dog Stars' with Jacob Elordi'House of the Dragon' Season 3 premiere runtime and details revealed for hit HBO series You're not getting away with watering your grass with your'crank' out on Sheriff Grady Judd's watch Taylor Sheridan's hit CIA/military series'Lioness' gets official season release date on Paramount+ It wasn't on his shopping list, but a man managed to accidentally shoot himself in the groin at Walmart anyway Smokin' Charley Hull gets off to a fast start at U.S. Women's Open before fading, Stephen A weight loss & MEAT Waka Flocka Flame picks Trump over Kamala Harris, compares choice to Kobe Bryant vs. LeBron James Model Penny Lane's work on the SI Swimsuit runway last weekend still has the internet talking Velma from'Scooby-Doo' cranks up the heat, Nick Saban dragged on Capitol Hill & the great car dealership scam Steve Doocy explores Bentonville, Arkansas, the'Mountain Bike Capital of the World' Steve Doocy traces Walmart's origins in Arkansas Pompeo warns Iranian regime will'not go away' after US helicopter downed House approves resolution to limit Trump's war powers Trump's reveals new details on Iran drone attack downing US Apache helicopter The'Nicotine' singer's comments in Lexington drew massive support from fans praising her boldness Ella Langley discusses releasing a series of singles and building momentum toward her sophomore album during coverage tied to the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards held March 26, 2026, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. Country music sensation Ella Langley continues to prove she's one of the best people in entertainment. Langley has been on an unstoppable role lately, and she's built herself a massive following in the genre she's dominating. It's not just the music fans love. It's the fact that the Nicotine singer comes off as incredibly authentic, and is very open about who she is as a person.


Eight trends I've noticed from watching hour of livestreams from Nintendo, PlayStation, Xbox and more

The Guardian

Eight trends I've noticed from watching hour of livestreams from Nintendo, PlayStation, Xbox and more Don't get Pushing Buttons delivered to your inbox? D id spend hours of your weekend watching a relentless series of video game adverts? No? I don't blame you - Summer Game Fest, the collection of livestreams that has arisen in place of the giant annual E3 video game expo in Los Angeles, is extremely overwhelming. There are the bigger, longer shows: the PlayStation and Xbox streams, the main SGF show hosted by Geoff Keighley and Lucy James, Future's duet of the Future Games Show and the PC Gaming Show. Each show is two hours long.


Meet Nithya Raman, the Progressive Democrat Who Secured the Second Spot in LA Mayor Race

TIME - Tech

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Apple just made five popular Apple Watches 'obsolete' - and it will leave users without any support if something goes wrong

Daily Mail - Science & tech

'Record the faces': Tense moment NBA boss gives VERY honest take on Trump attending Knicks game Outrage as Netanyahu is caught SPYING on Trump's Iran negotiators... as JD Vance reveals a chilling truth about Israel Disgraceful texts'hot' teacher sent boy, 17, who she had illegal sex with where she moaned about her HUSBAND Everyone always said I cleared my throat a lot. But then I developed shoulder pain and doctors discovered the sinister cause... the world's deadliest cancer. Don't leave it too late like I did White couple gave birth to'non-Caucasian' baby. Medical student, 24, died by suicide in his white coat a day after he was suspended for alleged'inappropriate' behavior towards female patient, lawsuit alleges, as his heartbreaking goodbye note to parents is revealed Gaming influencer Alex Cimo dies'very suddenly' aged 32 just a month after'refusing to accept his fate' Girl, 13, mistakenly told she was DYING after Oregon hospital staff made jaw-dropping surgical mistake, parents' $17m lawsuit alleges Karmelo Anthony's parents seen leaving the courtroom in tears just before son's defense team pulls shock move Grim-faced former Louisiana mayor Misty Roberts arrives in court for sentencing after being found guilty of having sex with son's teenage friend Mother's final words before she was shot dead'by new husband' in front of her two young children The porn-fuelled fantasy middle-class husbands are desperate to try with their wives... and it almost always ends in divorce: JANA HOCKING Meghan Markle's As Ever website has had'less than 400,000 US visitors' since January - as Duchess launches collaboration with a lifestyle influencer to plug her products Nashville's most-hated influencer sparked outrage with sick posts about teen girl who vanished into the woods after a party... now his incredible life of luxury is unraveling Massive twist in JPMorgan'sex slave' case as accuser unveils NEW dossier of wild claims: 'The story is about to change dramatically' Apple just made five popular Apple Watches'obsolete' - and it will leave users without any support if something goes wrong READ MORE: Apple's foldable will be called the iPhone ULTRA, report reveals Apple unveiled its latest software updates at its Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) last night - but the news will leave some tech fans disappointed. The tech giant quietly dropped support for five popular Apple Watch models, rendering these popular gadgets obsolete.


Experts issue urgent warning over trendy 'squishy dumpling' toys - as tests reveal some versions contain hazardous chemicals

Daily Mail - Science & tech

'Record the faces': Tense moment NBA boss gives VERY honest take on Trump attending Knicks game Outrage as Netanyahu is caught SPYING on Trump's Iran negotiators... as JD Vance reveals a chilling truth about Israel Disgraceful texts'hot' teacher sent boy, 17, who she had illegal sex with where she moaned about her HUSBAND Everyone always said I cleared my throat a lot. But then I developed shoulder pain and doctors discovered the sinister cause... the world's deadliest cancer. Don't leave it too late like I did White couple gave birth to'non-Caucasian' baby. Medical student, 24, died by suicide in his white coat a day after he was suspended for alleged'inappropriate' behavior towards female patient, lawsuit alleges, as his heartbreaking goodbye note to parents is revealed Gaming influencer Alex Cimo dies'very suddenly' aged 32 just a month after'refusing to accept his fate' Girl, 13, mistakenly told she was DYING after Oregon hospital staff made jaw-dropping surgical mistake, parents' $17m lawsuit alleges Karmelo Anthony's parents seen leaving the courtroom in tears just before son's defense team pulls shock move Grim-faced former Louisiana mayor Misty Roberts arrives in court for sentencing after being found guilty of having sex with son's teenage friend Mother's final words before she was shot dead'by new husband' in front of her two young children The porn-fuelled fantasy middle-class husbands are desperate to try with their wives... and it almost always ends in divorce: JANA HOCKING Meghan Markle's As Ever website has had'less than 400,000 US visitors' since January - as Duchess launches collaboration with a lifestyle influencer to plug her products Nashville's most-hated influencer sparked outrage with sick posts about teen girl who vanished into the woods after a party... now his incredible life of luxury is unraveling Massive twist in JPMorgan'sex slave' case as accuser unveils NEW dossier of wild claims: 'The story is about to change dramatically' Experts issue urgent warning over trendy'squishy dumpling' toys - as tests reveal some versions contain hazardous chemicals Forget Labubus or NeeDohs - the latest viral toy to take over social media is the'squishy dumpling'. This sensory toy has become one of the most in-demand collectibles of the year, with buyers flocking to find the rare, sparkly versions.