Pusha T & Pharrell Turn 'Grindin' Into a Coffee Brand

Pusha T and Pharrell Williams are taking their “Grindin’” mindset to the coffee aisle. The longtime collaborators have launched Grindin Coffee, a new brand powered by Italian coffee giant Lavazza. The debut lineup includes medium- and dark-roast blends, available ground or whole bean. Inspired by the duo’s early-morning studio routines, the brand positions coffee as fuel for creativity, discipline, and getting to work.

Dave Chappelle is hitting the road this fall with a seven-date arena tour across the U.S. and Canada. The comedian will stop in Nashville, Charlotte, Toronto, Louisville, Austin, and Houston before wrapping up Nov. 6 at Madison Square Garden in New York, where he’ll headline opening night of the New York Comedy Festival. The run follows Chappelle’s summer arena shows and his annual Summer Camp performances in Ohio.

Oprah Winfrey is bringing a new immersive experience to the Sphere in Las Vegas next spring. AHA will run April 2-4, with Winfrey appearing live alongside performances from Jacob Collier, Ocean Vuong, Ajeet, and Wintley Phipps. The two-hour shows will combine music, storytelling, and Sphere’s wraparound LED technology in a production inspired by Winfrey’s first experience at the venue. The project marks her latest expansion into live entertainment and a new format for Sphere.

After multiple teases during his “Believe That” Asia tour, Anthony Edwards and Adidas Basketball officially unveiled the Anthony Edwards 3 on Monday. The third shoe in Edwards’ line arrives Sept. 18 in the “Cold Blooded” colorway for $130, marking the latest chapter in the superstar guard’s growing influence across basketball and culture. The launch will also coincide with MINNATLANTASOTA, Adidas’ new episodic sketch series starring Edwards.

Steve Ballmer has apologized to Clippers fans and confirmed he has paid the NBA’s $30 million fine following the league’s investigation into the team’s handling of Kawhi Leonard’s contracts. Ballmer still disputes the findings and did not admit guilt. The Clippers will forfeit first-round picks from 2029 through 2033, while Ballmer is suspended from all league and team activities for one year. Leonard was fined $700,000 but not suspended.

Netflix, YouTube, and Amazon are joining forces in Washington with the launch of the Streaming Access and Choice Alliance (SACA), a new public policy group representing streaming platforms. Led by TechNet’s Mike Ward, SACA will advocate for policies around consumer access, choice, and innovation. The alliance comes as streamers face mounting scrutiny over rising prices and fragmented content, with sports emerging as a key battleground as platforms increasingly secure exclusive live rights.

Steven Bartlett and Authentic Brands Group are teaming up to launch OBSN, a new venture focused on building businesses around top creators. The platform will offer news, analysis, and live experiences for the creator economy while helping creators develop consumer products and services. The partners plan to invest hundreds of millions of dollars into creator-led businesses, combining Bartlett’s expertise in creator ventures with Authentic’s experience in licensing, retail, and brand development.

The Odyssey has become Universal Pictures’ highest-grossing film ever, surpassing Jurassic World with $1.684 billion worldwide. Christopher Nolan’s Homer adaptation has also become the highest-grossing R-rated and IMAX film ever. Meanwhile, Spider-Man: Brand New Day is closing in on the all-time domestic box office record, sitting at $935.2 million in North America, just $1.4 million behind Star Wars: The Force Awakens. The Sony blockbuster has earned $2.4 billion globally.

Jim Harbaugh is the face of Dockers’ latest campaign, bringing the Los Angeles Chargers coach’s longtime affinity for khakis into the spotlight. The global “Everyday Uniform” campaign follows Harbaugh through a series of unexpected activities, including grilling, ice plunging, beekeeping, working out, and karate, all while wearing Dockers. The partnership positions Harbaugh as a natural fit for the brand, which is looking to connect with a broader audience through its newest ambassador.

Shareef O’Neal debuted his first sneaker at New York Fashion Week, marking a new chapter for the Shaq Brand. The $60 shoe, as reported by sneaker industry insider Nick DePaula, features a zipper closure inspired by Shareef’s open-heart surgery scar, an open-heart “R” logo, and four snaps representing the heart’s chambers and Shaq’s four NBA championships. Shareef, who serves as the brand’s creative strategist, has increasingly shaped its latest designs as the family business expands beyond Shaq’s signature.

OpenAI won’t go public in 2026, CEO Sam Altman confirmed, saying an IPO now would be “ill-advised” amid growing concerns around AI safety. Altman told Fortune the company isn’t feeling pressure to list and will wait until both the business and broader environment are ready. The decision pushes back a potential IPO that could value OpenAI at roughly $1 trillion, as the company faces increasing scrutiny over the risks and development of increasingly capable AI systems.

The Premier Lacrosse League is getting ready for its championship with a new campaign starring Jeffrey Wright and directed by PLL co-founder Paul Rabil. The campaign brings Hollywood star power to the league’s title game on Sept. 20 at Sports Illustrated Stadium, where the Philadelphia Waterdogs will face the Denver Outlaws for the PLL Championship.

Apple is reportedly planning major changes to its retail stores while developing new gaming hardware for iPhone users. Renovated stores will bring back dedicated Genius Bars, replacing the large video walls, while new 10-foot Avenue bays will streamline pickups and “Today at Apple” sessions. Separately, Apple is developing two first-party iPhone game controllers under the Beats brand, with the lower-cost hardware aimed at expanding its reach among mobile gamers.

Elena Rybakina is the official new world No. 1 after winning her second Grand Slam of 2026 at the US Open, ending Aryna Sabalenka’s 99-week run atop the rankings. The 27-year-old is the 30th player in WTA history to reach No. 1. Elsewhere, Marta Kostyuk cracked the Top 10 for the first time, while Yuliia Starodubtseva jumped to No. 43. Zheng Qinwen also surged 69 spots to No. 52 after reaching the quarterfinals.

Netflix and Sega are partnering on three new video game adaptations, including a Crazy Taxi feature film from the writers of The Naked Gun. The collaboration will also bring Sonic to Netflix as a new animated series and adapt Stranger Than Heaven into a live-action movie. The deal expands Netflix’s growing gaming slate while tapping three very different corners of Sega’s catalog, from chaotic arcade comedy to family animation and crime drama.

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