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The Xperia 1 VIII marks an attempt at a step change for Sony’s flagship phone line. Not only has it had an aesthetic overhaul, but Sony has also revamped the camera system, dropping the continuous optical zoom telephoto that’s defined the last four generations of Xperia phone.It’s not all different. Sony staples like a 3.5mm headphone jack and microSD card slot remain, and a few specific design touches, like a thick front bezel that fits stereo speakers, have stayed intact. Sony’s ambitious pricing hasn’t changed either: The Xperia 1 VIII isn’t launching in the US, but in the UK and…

Jimmy Kimmel is enlisting Rosie O’Donnell to guest host his ABC talk show Jimmy Kimmel Live! as a “special treat” for President Donald Trump. “I will be taking the next two months off — this time voluntarily,” Kimmel, 58, joked during his monologue on Thursday, June 18. The comedian was referencing his September 2025 suspension by ABC for comments related to political fallout of the assassination of conservative Charlie Kirk. (Trump has repeatedly called for ABC to fire Kimmel, yet the network extended his contract for one year in the wake of the scandal.) While Kimmel takes a break from…

The Federal High Court in Abuja is to hear a suit challenging the emergence of former Governor of Cross River State, Donald Duke, as the presidential candidate of the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) in the 2027 general elections. The case, filed by an aspirant, Yakubu Kingsley, will come up for hearing for the first time on Monday. The matter filed on 10 June is before Judge Mohammed Umar. Hearing notices for Monday’s proceedings had been served on parties to the suit. Mr Kingsley, in the suit marked: FHC/ABJ/CS/1234/2026 and filed by his lawyer, D.A. Sulyman, sued PRP, Mr Duke and…

Bitcoin (BTC) has fallen roughly 50% since Michael Saylor’s Strategy launched Stretch (STRC), its flagship Bitcoin-funding vehicle, in late July 2025.BTC/USD monthly chart. Source: TradingViewKey takeaways:STRC is acting like a classic Ponzi scheme, argue Peter Schiff and other critics.Other analysts disagree, noting that STRC’s drop below the $100 par is due to a leverage wipeout. Critics say STRC looks like a “classic centralized Ponzi”STRC was designed to trade near its $100 par value, enabling Strategy to raise capital to buy more Bitcoin. The instrument is now trading at a deep discount, suggesting that the BTC buying channel is under pressure.On…

Courteney Cox shared a heartwarming tribute to late Friends director James Burrows following his death at age 85. “I will miss you so much Jimmy… the joy and laughter you brought to everyone who knew you. How much you cared… but I know your light will always be shining on us,” Cox, 62, wrote via Instagram on Saturday, June 20. In her memorial post, Cox shared a humorous memory of Burrows, who directed 15 episodes of Friends, including the 1994 pilot, “The One Where It All Began.” “Jimmy B called me Cox-N-Hammer,” she revealed. “I have no idea why or…

The Senate Leader, Opeyemi Bamidele, has congratulated Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, on his re-election, describing the outcome as a reflection of the people’s confidence in his leadership and governance record. Mr Bamidele, who chaired the All Progressives Congress (APC) Governorship Election Campaign Council in the state, said the renewed mandate would ensure continuity in government policies and accelerate development across Ekiti. In a statement issued on Sunday by his Directorate of Media and Public Affairs, the senator described the result as “a signpost for a better, brighter and greater Ekiti.” PREMIUM TIMES earlier reported that the Independent National Electoral…

A Japanese corporate pension fund serving about 1,200 small and medium-sized businesses plans to allocate roughly 1% of its assets to cryptocurrency during fiscal year 2026.According to Nikkei, the Nationwide Business Corporate Pension Fund, based in Okayama, will invest in a passive fund managed by an unnamed “major“ hedge fund that holds multiple crypto assets. The pension fund reportedly manages about 21.3 billion yen in assets (about $130 million).Japanese crypto news site CoinPost reported that the pension fund is adding crypto as part of an effort to diversify its exposure. It reportedly allocates 80% of its assets to yen, 15%…

Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships. We receive compensation when you click on a link and make a purchase. Learn more! Pool and beach season is here, and Bethenny Frankel found a slimming one-piece suit so good, you’ll want it in multiple colors. The retro bathing suit is fitting for poolside lounging and beach days alike. Frankel shared her Amazon find in an Instagram post, and we were thrilled to see that real shoppers are just as obsessed with it. The Suuksess Tummy-Control One-Piece Swimsuit has an open back and halter top, so you can tie it as tight or loose…

Governor Biodun Oyebanji of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has been re-elected as the governor of Ekiti State, overcoming a field of 13 challengers and reinforcing his political dominance in a state long known for its unpredictable electoral history. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) declared Mr Oyebanji the winner of Saturday’s governorship election after he secured the highest number of valid votes cast across the state’s 16 local government areas. According to the results announced by the electoral commission, Mr Oyebanji polled 319,224 votes to defeat his closest rivals, Oluwole Oluyede of the Peoples Democratic Party with 40, 533…

Japan produced one of the standout performances of the 2026 FIFA World Cup so far, dismantling Tunisia 4-0 in the tournament’s historic 1000th match to move a step closer to the knockout rounds. The Blue Samurai arrived in Monterrey seeking their first victory after a thrilling 2-2 draw against the Netherlands and wasted little time asserting their superiority. Daichi Kamada opened the scoring after just four minutes, finishing off a flowing move involving Keito Nakamura. The Crystal Palace midfielder was at the heart of everything dangerous and almost doubled the lead moments later before Tunisia survived by the narrowest of…