Web archive - July 9, 2025

Sports

Apple in talks to acquire US broadcasting rights for Formula 1

Apple is in talks for broadcasting rights following the success of 'F1: The Movie,' according to the Financial Times

Entertainment

Nicki Minaj appears to shade Megan Thee Stallion, Cardi B’s rant was allegedly a response

Fans link Cardi B’s viral X rant to Nicki Minaj’s alleged shade at Megan Thee Stallion ahead of new releases.

Entertainment

Nicholas Hoult attends Superman premiere in Saint Laurent look

Nicholas Hoult wears Saint Laurent at Superman premiere, styled by Jason Bolden with Lex Luthor references.

Sports, Cricket

Harry Brook overtakes Joe Root to become No. 1 Test batter in ICC rankings

Harry Brook’s sensational 158 in Edgbaston has propelled him to the top of ICC Test rankings, overtaking Joe Root

World

Texas flood death toll mounts to 109

Over 180 people yet missing as search teams press through mounds of mud-encrusted debris

Technology

SpaceX eyes $400b valuation in new funding round

SpaceX, led by Elon Musk, is negotiating a funding round that could push its valuation to $400B

Entertainment

Andy Samberg remembers Andre Braugher and their Brooklyn Nine-Nine bond after actor’s passing

Andy Samberg reflects on his friendship with late co-star Andre Braugher and their instant connection.

Technology

Turkey bans Grok AI after alleged insults to President Erdogan

A Turkish court has blocked Grok after it allegedly generated insults about President Erdogan

Entertainment

Regé-Jean Page to produce and potentially star in ‘Funny You Should Ask’ series for Apple

Regé-Jean Page is set to exec produce and may star in Apple’s TV adaptation of Elissa Sussman's bestselling novel.

Entertainment

Billie Eilish calls Israel’s plans in Gaza “horrifying”

Billie Eilish labels Israel’s Gaza relocation plans “horrifying” in a bold Instagram story repost.