Myles Garrett to Rams, A.J. Brown to Patriots in Blockbuster NFL Trade Day
The Los Angeles Rams are finalizing a blockbuster trade for Cleveland Browns star pass rusher Myles Garrett, sending two-time Pro Bowler Jared Verse, a 2027 first-round pick, and additional draft compensation to Cleveland, according to multiple reports. Following the move, the Rams improved their Super Bowl odds further, becoming the only team to boast single-digit odds to win it all, per FanDuel Sportsbook. In other big NFL trade news on Monday, A.J. Brown was finally traded from the Philadelphia Eagles to the New England Patriots for a 2028 first-round pick and a 2027 fifth-rounder, reuniting him with coach Mike Vrabel.
Taylor Swift Joins ‘Toy Story 5’ With New Country Song
Taylor Swift is returning to her country roots with a new original song, “I Knew It, I Knew You,” featured on the upcoming Toy Story 5 soundtrack. The track, produced alongside longtime collaborator Jack Antonoff, drops June 5 ahead of the film’s June 19 release. Disney says the song is inspired by Jessie’s storyline in the new movie, marking Swift’s first release since The Life of a Showgirl and adding another major artist collaboration to the Toy Story franchise.
A24’s ‘Backrooms’ Sparks New Wave of YouTuber-Driven Box Office Success
Low-budget horror films created by YouTubers are becoming Hollywood’s newest box office force. A24’s Backrooms, based on Kane Parsons’ viral YouTube series, opened to $81.4 million domestically against a $10 million budget, making Parsons, 20, the youngest filmmaker ever to top the U.S. box office. The success of Backrooms, alongside breakout creator-led films like Obsession, is reshaping Hollywood economics as studios increasingly bet on internet-native talent and built-in online fan communities.
Nvidia Moves Into PCs With Chip Aimed at Challenging Intel, Apple
Nvidia is making a major push into PCs with its new Arm-based RTX Spark superchip, debuting this fall in laptops from Microsoft, Dell, HP, ASUS, Lenovo, and MSI. CEO Jensen Huang called the AI-powered devices the biggest PC overhaul in decades, combining Nvidia’s Blackwell GPU with a custom Grace CPU and up to 128GB of unified memory. The move positions Nvidia to challenge Intel, AMD, Qualcomm, and Apple in the next wave of AI-first personal computing.
Serena Williams to Make Official Tennis Return Next Week
Serena Williams is officially returning to professional tennis nearly four years after her last match, accepting a wild-card entry for doubles at next week’s HSBC Championships at Queen’s Club in London. The 44-year-old, who owns 23 Grand Slam singles titles and four Olympic gold medals, called the grass-court event the “perfect place” to begin her comeback. Williams’ return immediately sparks speculation about a possible Wimbledon appearance later this summer.
MGM Resorts Gets $18B Buyout Offer From Barry Diller’s People Inc.
Barry Diller’s People Inc. has offered to acquire MGM Resorts in an $18 billion deal valued at $48.30 per share, deepening its bet on the casino and hospitality giant behind Bellagio and Aria. People, formerly known as IAC, already owns a 26.1% stake in MGM, with Diller serving on the company’s board. MGM shares surged nearly 16% following the announcement as investors reacted to the potential takeover and MGM’s growing digital gaming ambitions.
Pharrell Teams With Moët & Chandon on Summer Push
Pharrell Williams has reunited with Moët & Chandon for a new global summer campaign centered around Ice Impérial, the Champagne brand’s signature bubbly designed to be served over ice. The collaboration includes a limited-edition bottle launching Monday for 54 euros, alongside activations across luxury hotels and beach clubs in destinations like Saint-Tropez, Tokyo, Mallorca, and Sardinia.
Berkshire Agrees to $6.8B Purchase of Homebuilder Taylor Morrison
Berkshire Hathaway is acquiring homebuilder Taylor Morrison in a $6.8 billion all-cash deal, marking the first major acquisition under CEO Greg Abel since succeeding Warren Buffett. Berkshire will pay $72.50 per share, a 24% premium, as it looks to expand and consolidate its homebuilding operations. Taylor Morrison, one of the nation’s largest builders with more than 350 communities across 12 states, will continue operating under its current leadership team.
Charli XCX Sets Release Date for New Album ‘Music, Fashion, Film’
Charli XCX has announced her seventh studio album, Music, Fashion, Film, arriving July 24 as the follow-up to her breakout 2024 project Brat. The 11-track album’s cover features cultural icons John Cale, Marc Jacobs, and Martin Scorsese, reflecting the record’s themes across music, style, and cinema. Charli has already released the singles “Rock Music” and “SS26,” signaling a more experimental sound.
Jacquemus, Nike, France Launch 2026 World Cup Collection
Jacquemus has teamed up with Nike and the French Football Federation on a new capsule collection tied to France’s national team ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The standout piece is a pre-match jersey that players will wear this summer, blending French flag colors with vintage-inspired football aesthetics. The collection draws on designer Simon Porte Jacquemus’ personal connection to 1990s football culture.
Apple Eyes Meta’s Smart Glasses Market With New Wearable Push
Apple is reportedly preparing to shake up the smart glasses market, aiming for a late 2027 launch of its first consumer wearable eyewear product. The device would compete directly with Meta’s Ray-Ban smart glasses and target a broad consumer audience, with Apple leveraging its design and ecosystem strengths to disrupt the $200 billion eyewear industry. Development delays have pushed the timeline back, but the initiative is seen as a priority under CEO John Ternus.
Russell Wilson Set to Become CBS Sports NFL Analyst
Russell Wilson is finalizing a deal to join CBS Sports as an NFL analyst, according to ESPN, likely stepping away from playing after a 13-year career. The 10-time Pro Bowler and Super Bowl champion will join CBS’s pregame show lineup, replacing Matt Ryan, who left for a front office role with the Falcons. Wilson, 37, ranks among the league’s all-time leaders in passing yards, touchdowns, and rushing production since entering the NFL in 2012.
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