Tuesday, June 9, 2026
Bird Of The Day, alt theme 'Robins'
animalsBird Of The Day, alt theme 'Robins'
Weekly community bird-photo prompt; today's alt theme is Robins, tag your posts with #ForJanet to join.
Xenoblade Genesis, new Xenoblade game for Switch 2
gamingXenoblade Genesis, new Xenoblade game for Switch 2
Monolith Soft announced Xenoblade Genesis for Nintendo Switch 2, targeting a 2027 release window.
Square Enix announces Final Fantasy Resonance, an HD‑2D Final Fantasy
gamingSquare Enix announces Final Fantasy Resonance, an HD‑2D Final Fantasy
Square Enix revealed Final Fantasy Resonance (its first HD‑2D FF) during the Direct; a Collector's Edition and Oct 22 release noted.
Knicks owner James Dolan hosted President Trump at NBA Finals Game 3
sportsKnicks owner James Dolan hosted President Trump at NBA Finals Game 3
Dolan invited Trump to sit in his Madison Square Garden box; crowd loudly booed during the national anthem.
ms.nowXenoblade Chronicles trilogy gets native Switch 2 Editions
gamingXenoblade Chronicles trilogy gets native Switch 2 Editions
All three Xenoblade Chronicles games are receiving native Nintendo Switch 2 Editions; the first game is available today.
Disclosure Day, Spielberg's new summer film
moviesDisclosure Day, Spielberg's new summer film
Steven Spielberg's Disclosure Day praised for Emily Blunt's performance and John Williams' score
Deltarune Chapter 5 confirmed for release in two weeks
gamingDeltarune Chapter 5 confirmed for release in two weeks
Toby Fox's Deltarune Chapter 5 is due in about two weeks, prompting planned streams and fan watch parties.
NASA names Artemis III crew, Randy Bresnik to command
scienceNASA names Artemis III crew, Randy Bresnik to command
Randy Bresnik will command Luca Parmitano, Frank Rubio and Andre Douglas on Artemis III to validate lunar docking ops.
nytimes.comPresident Trump dozes and is loudly booed at MSG during NBA Finals Game 3
sportsPresident Trump dozes and is loudly booed at MSG during NBA Finals Game 3
Trump was shown on Madison Square Garden’s screens before Game 3, drew loud boos and appeared to nod off while courtside.
cbsnews.comFederal lawsuit seeks to block UFC fight planned for White House lawn
sportsFederal lawsuit seeks to block UFC fight planned for White House lawn
A Virginia lawsuit asks a judge to halt the UFC event scheduled on the White House South Lawn for the president’s birthday.
President Trump booed during national anthem at NBA Finals Game 3 in MSG
musicPresident Trump booed during national anthem at NBA Finals Game 3 in MSG
Trump drew loud, sustained boos from the Madison Square Garden crowd when shown during the national anthem at Game 3.
Final Fantasy X/X-2 HD Remaster coming to Nintendo Switch 2 July 23
gamingFinal Fantasy X/X-2 HD Remaster coming to Nintendo Switch 2 July 23
Square Enix is releasing Final Fantasy X/X-2 HD Remaster on Switch 2 digitally July 23; physical key‑card editions follow later.
Splatoon Raiders direct set for June 30, launches July 23 on Switch 2
gamingSplatoon Raiders direct set for June 30, launches July 23 on Switch 2
Nintendo will air a Splatoon Raiders Direct on June 30; the game arrives on Switch 2 July 23.
Thumb Wrestling added to Nintendo Switch Sports Resort
gamingThumb Wrestling added to Nintendo Switch Sports Resort
Switch Sports Resort's lineup includes a motion-controlled Thumb Wrestling minigame revealed during the Nintendo Direct.
Kingdom Hearts 4 announced in Nintendo Direct
gamingKingdom Hearts 4 announced in Nintendo Direct
Square Enix revealed Kingdom Hearts 4 during the Nintendo Direct, debuting a trailer that teases Sora's return.
Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake confirmed for Switch 2
gamingZelda: Ocarina of Time remake confirmed for Switch 2
Nintendo announced a remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time for Nintendo Switch 2, slated to arrive this year.
Scott Pelley accuses Bari Weiss of tampering with 60 Minutes
journalismScott Pelley accuses Bari Weiss of tampering with 60 Minutes
Audio and insider accounts say Scott Pelley alleges Bari Weiss pushed edits and shaped coverage on 60 Minutes.
Somali referee Omar Artan barred from World Cup after US denies entry
sportsSomali referee Omar Artan barred from World Cup after US denies entry
FIFA dropped Omar Abdulkadir Artan after U.S. officials refused him entry, ending his chance to officiate at the 2026 World Cup
Pride Month kicks off, communities share Pride art, events and fundraisers
culturePride Month kicks off, communities share Pride art, events and fundraisers
Artists, creators and local groups are posting Pride-themed art, merch and event listings to mark the start of Pride Month.
Rhythm Heaven Groove trailer and July release
gamingRhythm Heaven Groove trailer and July release
Nintendo released a gameplay trailer for Rhythm Heaven Groove, which launches on July 2 for Nintendo Switch.
Muramasa: Revenant Blades announced for early 2027
gamingMuramasa: Revenant Blades announced for early 2027
Marvelous USA revives Vanillaware's Muramasa in 4K with new modes and voicework, coming to Switch 2 and PC early 2027.
‘My Christian Dior’ chant becomes Knicks meme
culture‘My Christian Dior’ chant becomes Knicks meme
A viral fan line, 'My mayor's Muslim, my bagel's Jewish, my Christian Dior', is circulating after Knicks game chatter
Dragon's Dogma 2 DLC announced during Nintendo Direct
gamingDragon's Dogma 2 DLC announced during Nintendo Direct
Capcom revealed new DLC for Dragon's Dogma 2 as part of the Nintendo Direct showcase; details teased in the trailer.
ProPublica profiles raw‑milk seller Mark McAfee after hospital admission
newsProPublica profiles raw‑milk seller Mark McAfee after hospital admission
ProPublica reports Raw Farm owner Mark McAfee profited from raw milk and said "I've put a couple kids in the hospital."


Scientists warn a 'super' El Niño could disrupt weather and food supplies
scienceScientists warn a 'super' El Niño could disrupt weather and food supplies
A potentially record‑strong El Niño through 2027 could drive droughts, floods, heat waves and major impacts to food production and trade.
theguardian.comNintendo Direct watch parties set as fans hope for Fire Emblem news
gamingNintendo Direct watch parties set as fans hope for Fire Emblem news
Streams and watchalongs ramp up ahead of the June 9 Direct, with many expecting Fire Emblem Fortune's Weave updates.
Ocarina of Time remake teaser shows realistic, 'Unreal Engine' style
devOcarina of Time remake teaser shows realistic, 'Unreal Engine' style
Nintendo's OoT teaser presents a photorealistic Link and environments that many compare to Unreal Engine fan demos.


FIFA 'Peace Prize' awarded to Donald Trump cited in World Cup criticism
sportsFIFA 'Peace Prize' awarded to Donald Trump cited in World Cup criticism
Discussion highlights that FIFA once awarded an ad‑hoc 'Peace Prize' to Donald Trump, a point raised amid complaints about the tournament.
Stellar Blade coming to Nintendo Switch 2 later this year
gamingStellar Blade coming to Nintendo Switch 2 later this year
Stellar Blade will be ported to Switch 2 with a 60fps target, the Nintendo Direct revealed.
Wii Sports Resort returns on Switch 2
gamingWii Sports Resort returns on Switch 2
Nintendo confirmed a new Wii Sports Resort entry for the Switch 2, reviving the motion minigame collection.
Spurs win Game 3, 115-111, cut Knicks series to 2-1
sportsSpurs win Game 3, 115-111, cut Knicks series to 2-1
Victor Wembanyama scored 32 (8 reb, 6 ast) as San Antonio beat New York 115-111 in Game 3, snapping the Knicks' 13-game playoff streak
kfyrtv.comAnthropic launches Claude Fable 5, public Mythos-class AI
techAnthropic launches Claude Fable 5, public Mythos-class AI
Anthropic released Claude Fable 5, a Mythos-class model made broadly available with built‑in safety and cybersecurity guardrails.


SpaceX IPO filing highlights AI and Starship plans; Musk teases slimmer Starlink dishes
techSpaceX IPO filing highlights AI and Starship plans; Musk teases slimmer Starlink dishes
SpaceX's IPO filing details AI‑satellite bets and Starship ambitions, while Musk previewed two thinner, travel‑friendly Starlink dish models.
Touhou 'Embodiment of Scarlet Devil' remaster announced in JP Nintendo Direct
gamingTouhou 'Embodiment of Scarlet Devil' remaster announced in JP Nintendo Direct
Japanese Direct revealed a remaster/port of Touhou Koumakyou: Embodiment of Scarlet Devil, slated for release Sept 10 in Japan.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword coming to Nintendo Switch 2
gamingOnimusha: Way of the Sword coming to Nintendo Switch 2
Capcom confirmed Onimusha: Way of the Sword for Nintendo Switch 2, with a Sept 25, 2026 release and pre-orders opening today.
Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World launches Dec 3
gamingDragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World launches Dec 3
Square Enix announced Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World for Switch 2, Switch, PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC, out Dec. 3.
Star Fox coming to Nintendo Switch 2 June 25; demo out now
gamingStar Fox coming to Nintendo Switch 2 June 25; demo out now
Nintendo confirms Star Fox as a Switch 2 exclusive for June 25 and has released a playable demo today.
Devil May Cry 5 'Devil Hunter Edition' coming to Switch 2 June 23
gamingDevil May Cry 5 'Devil Hunter Edition' coming to Switch 2 June 23
Capcom confirmed Devil May Cry 5 Devil Hunter Edition launches on Nintendo Switch 2 on June 23, 2026.
Donkey Kong Bananza adds Super Mario 40th DLC; DK Challenge free today
gamingDonkey Kong Bananza adds Super Mario 40th DLC; DK Challenge free today
Emerald Rush receives a Super Mario Bros. 40th Anniversary crossover; DK Challenge limited-time demo is available free on Switch Online.
Jon Stewart slams Trump as 'incredibly fragile' after Meet the Press walkout
tvJon Stewart slams Trump as 'incredibly fragile' after Meet the Press walkout
Stewart called Trump's storming out of Meet the Press an 'incredibly fragile man‑baby' in a blistering segment.
Repo! The Genetic Opera trends during Fright Club watch parties
moviesRepo! The Genetic Opera trends during Fright Club watch parties
Cult musical Repo! The Genetic Opera is resurfacing in online Fright Club watch parties and trending posts
Remembering Rik Mayall, 12 years since his death
comedyRemembering Rik Mayall, 12 years since his death
Fans and tributes mark the 12th anniversary of comedian Rik Mayall's 2014 passing.
The Duskbloods closed network test planned for summer 2026
gamingThe Duskbloods closed network test planned for summer 2026
FromSoftware's The Duskbloods will run a closed network test on Switch 2 this summer, giving early online access to players.
Victor Wembanyama met with hostile chants outside and in Madison Square Garden
sportsVictor Wembanyama met with hostile chants outside and in Madison Square Garden
Knicks fans loudly booed Spurs star Victor Wembanyama, with chants reported both outside his hotel and inside MSG during Game 3.
Danielle Fishel announces breast cancer diagnosis
scienceDanielle Fishel announces breast cancer diagnosis
Actor Danielle Fishel reveals she has been diagnosed with breast cancer; fans and colleagues send support.
optimistdaily.com

Cars marks 20th anniversary
moviesCars marks 20th anniversary
Fans and creators mark 20 years since Pixar's Cars, sharing retrospectives, art and memories from Radiator Springs.
Dengeki Daisy manga gets 2027 TV anime from Studio DEEN
comicsDengeki Daisy manga gets 2027 TV anime from Studio DEEN
Kyousuke Motomi’s romantic suspense Dengeki Daisy will be adapted as a TV anime in 2027, produced by Studio DEEN with Sota Ueno directing.
ICC chief prosecutor Karim Khan suspended pending misconduct vote
newsICC chief prosecutor Karim Khan suspended pending misconduct vote
The International Criminal Court suspended Prosecutor Karim Khan amid sexual misconduct claims; member states to vote.


France and allies ban Israeli finance minister Bezalel Smotrich from entry
newsFrance and allies ban Israeli finance minister Bezalel Smotrich from entry
France, joined by the UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and Norway, barred Smotrich and several settler figures over West Bank abuses.
Jujutsu Kaisen Rumble: Survivaton announced for 2026
tvJujutsu Kaisen Rumble: Survivaton announced for 2026
Shueisha Games and poncle reveal an 8-player, Vampire Survivors, style Jujutsu Kaisen battle royale for Switch and PC.
static.klipy.comJoel Bitonio retires after 12 seasons with Browns
sportsJoel Bitonio retires after 12 seasons with Browns
Seven-time Pro Bowl left guard Joel Bitonio, 34, announces retirement after 12 NFL seasons and 178 games with Cleveland.
247sports.com

AI tutors for pupils on free school meals
foodAI tutors for pupils on free school meals
A proposal would deploy AI tutoring for about 450,000 pupils eligible for free school meals to address the attainment gap.
A'ja Wilson fastest player to reach 6,000 WNBA points
sportsA'ja Wilson fastest player to reach 6,000 WNBA points
A'ja Wilson scored 34 as the Las Vegas Aces beat Seattle, becoming the quickest player in WNBA history to reach 6,000 career points
sports.mynorthwest.comReverse Midas touch, Trump meme resurfaces
newsReverse Midas touch, Trump meme resurfaces
Users mock the 'reverse Midas touch' as a catchall for perceived bad luck linked to Trump's appearances
Red Sox won't fire Craig Breslow, reports say
sportsRed Sox won't fire Craig Breslow, reports say
Sources say the Boston Red Sox are not planning to fire chief baseball officer Craig Breslow despite recent struggles
Randy Rainbow releases 'A Very Stable Genius Part Two' parody
comedyRandy Rainbow releases 'A Very Stable Genius Part Two' parody
Satirist Randy Rainbow posted a new musical parody, 'A Very Stable Genius Part Two', on YouTube lampooning recent political figures.