David Grant:
In US News, a CNN reporter’s White House access was reportedly restricted after President Donald Trump said he was “banning” CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House. The incident raises questions about whether the administration is targeting individual reporters or restricting entire organizations. CNN has not detailed who ordered the pass seized or how long the restriction will last, while press-freedom advocates are watching closely.
Megan Harper:
In World News, Chinese authorities are investigating Meituan and Alibaba for potential antitrust violations. The probes reflect Beijing’s wider effort to curb monopolistic practices and enforce competition rules across the country’s powerful digital economy. The action could alter how both companies operate—and signal to other technology firms that regulatory scrutiny is intensifying.
David Grant:
In Science and Technology, crowds gathered at Apple’s Fifth Avenue flagship for the global launch of the iPhone 18. The new model highlights an upgraded camera system and advanced artificial-intelligence features, drawing early adopters eager to upgrade. Industry watchers are now assessing whether the launch can strengthen Apple’s position in an increasingly competitive market.
Megan Harper:
In Sports, No. 7 LSU faces No. 8 Mississippi in a matchup with the feel of a potential Game of the Year. Both teams enter with national-title ambitions, and the game could turn on third-down defense, red-zone execution and each side’s ability to contain the opposing passing attack. The winner earns an early signature victory and a stronger position in the playoff race.
David Grant:
In Entertainment, Austin Abrams says his role in Resident Evil demanded more than a physical transformation. He described the character’s evolution as “tragic,” focusing on how a vulnerable person changes under extreme pressure. Abrams altered his appearance to reflect the character’s deterioration and embraced frantic screaming, panic and emotional exhaustion rather than trying to look polished or heroic. One scene he was not allowed to shoot remains a notable omission from the production.
Megan Harper:
Also in Entertainment, Vintage Violence casts Sprouse in a gonzo thriller shaped by the speed and chaos of online life. Set in a heightened version of Japan, the film blends crime, satire and dark comedy, using an abrasive visual style to explore viral attention, violence and digital spectacle. Sprouse moves between familiar charm and something more unsettling, creating a film likely to exhilarate some viewers and overwhelm others.
David Grant:
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