Tuesday (Mardi) July (Juillet) 21, 2026

Currently Writing, Coding, Working, Listening to Music, and Firing everybody who betrayed me because I did not get a new car… #Discrimination

Maintenant je fais de l’écriture, je code, je travaille, j’écoute de la musique, et je vire tout le monde qui m’a fait de la trahison parce que je n’ai pas reçu une nouvelle voiture… #Discrimination

Monday (Lundi) July (Juillet) 20, 2026

Major Curation Monday · Lundi de Curation

Global Affairs, Tech, Diplomacy & Culture: The Week's Essential Reads

Aspiring member, La French Tech San Francisco 🇫🇷 — a new week of world affairs, tech, and diplomacy

Monday, July 20, 2026 · Lundi 20 Juillet 2026

🇫🇷 La French Tech San Francisco — as a Franco-American founder building a bilingual media and technology company, joining the La French Tech SF community is a goal close to my heart. This week's roundup is dedicated, in part, to that ambition.
What's up, everybody! It's Monday (Lundi), July (Juillet) 20, 2026. It's the beginning of a new week! Therefore it's time for Major Content Curation. There will be a brand-new "Coffee with Zack" VLOG in English later this week. C'est lundi! Le début d'une nouvelle semaine, donc l'heure de la grande curation de contenu. Un nouveau VLOG "Coffee with Zack" arrive en anglais cette semaine.

🌍 World Affairs & Diplomacy

Bloomberg

Trump Says Iran Will Pay for Deaths as Mediators Push Truce

President Trump vowed consequences over American deaths as mediators work to broker a ceasefire in the ongoing US-Iran conflict.

Read on Bloomberg →

Reuters

Houthis Announce Saudi Naval Blockade, Threatening New Front in US-Iran War

The Houthis announced a naval blockade against Saudi Arabia as another American service member was confirmed killed in the ninth day of US strikes on Iran.

Read on Reuters →

Washington Post

Nearly 100 U.S. Troops Injured in Last Two Weeks of Iran War, Pentagon Says

The Pentagon reports close to 100 American troops injured amid escalating retaliation in the Iran conflict.

Read on Washington Post →

POLITICO

Democrats Search for Options to Halt Trump's Renewed Attacks on Iran

Congressional Democrats are weighing legislative and procedural tools to check the administration's escalation with Iran.

Read on POLITICO →

The Cipher Brief

Mission in Iran War Has Pivoted Toward Ensuring Oil Flow, Trump Official Says

An administration official describes a shift in strategic priorities toward protecting regional oil flows.

Read on The Cipher Brief →

Al Jazeera

MSF Demands Israel Release Detained Palestinian Healthcare Workers

Médecins Sans Frontières is calling for the release of Palestinian healthcare workers currently in Israeli detention.

Read on Al Jazeera →

The New Yorker

How Biden Enabled Israel's Aggression Toward Gaza — and Iran

Former officials from the previous administration reportedly express regret over not doing more to restrain Netanyahu's government.

Read on The New Yorker →

Foreign Policy

Europe Is Back in 1952: France and Germany's Renewed Military Rivalry

A historical parallel is drawn as France and Germany find themselves once again locked in military rivalry — a dynamic the piece argues bodes poorly for the rest of Europe.

Read on Foreign Policy →

Foreign Affairs

The Gulf's China Problem — Beijing Wants Trade but Not Responsibility

An analysis of the widening gap between China's economic engagement in the Gulf and its willingness to take on regional security responsibility.

Read on Foreign Affairs →

The Diplomat

Beyond the South China Sea: 4 Other Maritime Flashpoints in East Asia

A survey of lesser-discussed maritime tension points across East Asia beyond the well-known South China Sea disputes.

Read on The Diplomat →

CFR.org

Another Hormuz? What to Know About the Houthi Threat to the Red Sea

The Council on Foreign Relations examines how Houthi activity could threaten Red Sea shipping in ways reminiscent of Hormuz tensions.

Read on CFR.org →

Afghanistan Analysts Network

Inside Afghanistan's Unequal Economic Recovery

A themed report tracking how Afghan households have fared economically since 2021.

Read on Afghanistan Analysts Network →

Nat Geo

A Photographer Walks the Roof of the World

National Geographic follows a photographer's journey through Afghanistan's remote Wakhan Corridor.

Read on Nat Geo →

🇫🇷 France & European Politics

The Economist

What Would a President Le Pen Mean for France — and the World?

The Economist's Insider newsletter explores the potential implications of a Le Pen presidency for France's domestic politics and its role on the world stage.

Read on The Economist →

My take: this would be a very difficult outcome for France, and I'll be hoping the Left holds the line.
Vox

"The King of the North" Is Britain's New PM — But Can Andy Burnham Reverse Brexit?

Vox examines new UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham's political brand and whether he has any realistic path to reversing Brexit.

Read on Vox →

The Economist

A Firm Andy: What Are the New British PM's Plans?

The Intelligence podcast digs into Andy Burnham's early policy priorities as Britain's new Prime Minister.

Listen on The Economist →

Intelligence Online

Bientôt des espions auprès d'Ursula von der Leyen ?

A report on reported plans to place intelligence liaisons close to European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.

Read on Intelligence Online →

Le Monde

French "Libertines" Rapes Case: From Livestreams to Camp Sites

Le Monde maps out the locations connected to a major sexual crimes case that has drawn national attention in France.

Read on Le Monde →

Le Monde diplomatique

La soumission de l'imaginaire

An essay reflecting on the cultural and imaginative pressures shaping contemporary media narratives.

Lire sur Le Monde diplomatique →

🏛️ U.S. Politics & Domestic Affairs

ABC News

Democratic Senators Want Answers About Hegseth's Military Testosterone Plan

Senate Democrats are pressing Defense Secretary Hegseth for details on a reported military testosterone-related initiative.

Read on ABC News →

The Intercept

Hegseth's War Department Slashed Civilian Protection Staff, Brought in AI Assessments

An investigation into reported cuts to civilian-harm protection staffing alongside a new reliance on AI-based assessments.

Read on The Intercept →

New York Times

A Senior Living Facility Is in Distress as Immigrant Caregivers Are Forced Out

The Times reports on staffing distress at a senior living facility connected to new immigration enforcement affecting caregiver staff.

Read on NYT →

NPR / Gothamist

Man Targeted Manhattan Federal Building, Was Willing to Kill, FBI Official Says

Federal investigators say a suspect connected to an explosion near a Manhattan federal building was prepared to cause fatal harm.

Read on Gothamist →

Cap Radio News

Gavin Newsom's Return-to-Office Rules Are Stricter Than Many States, Including Texas

California's new state-employee return-to-office policy under Governor Newsom is reportedly stricter than comparable rules in several other states.

Read on Cap Radio News →

The Guardian

Weather Warnings as Another Tropical Storm Develops Along US Gulf Coast

Forecasters are tracking Tropical Depression Bertha as it develops along the Gulf Coast.

Read on The Guardian →

BBC

US Shoppers React to Mysterious "Explosive Diarrhoea" Parasite

Nearly 7,000 people in the US may have been infected with Cyclosporiasis according to the CDC; the BBC asked shoppers in Washington, DC how they're adjusting their eating habits.

Watch on BBC →

🤖 Technology & AI

The Bulletin of Atomic Scientists

AI for Peace: In Rome, Nobel Laureates Call for Disarming AI and Nuclear Weapons

A gathering of Nobel laureates in Rome issued a joint call to pursue disarmament of both AI-enabled weapons systems and nuclear arsenals.

Read on The Bulletin →

MIT Technology Review

AI Is More Likely Than Humans to Form Biases When Hiring

New research suggests AI hiring tools may be more prone to biased outcomes than human recruiters in certain conditions.

Read on MIT Technology Review →

Business Insider

Your AI Coworker Is Taking All the Credit

A report on employees whose managers credited AI tools over their own work, resulting in delayed promotions and lower raises.

Read on Business Insider →

Harvard Business Review

Frontline Workers Know How to Solve Your Organization's Biggest Problems

HBR makes the case for tapping frontline employee knowledge to solve organizational challenges that leadership often misses.

Read on HBR →

TechCrunch

X Relaunches a Rebuilt Android App After Year-Long Effort

X has shipped a fully rebuilt Android app following more than a year of development work.

Read on TechCrunch →

The Economist

Don't Blame Supermarkets for Your Expensive Groceries

The Economist pushes back on the narrative that grocery retailers are primarily responsible for rising food prices.

Read on The Economist →

1843 Magazine / The Economist

The Doctors Keeping Cuba on Life Support

A feature on the physicians holding together Cuba's strained healthcare system.

Read on The Economist →

🚀 Space & Defense

NASA

Expedition 74 Turns Attention to Departing Crewmates

The Expedition 74 crew aboard the ISS prepares for the departure of outgoing crewmates.

Read on NASA →

ESA

ESA Strategy 2040

The European Space Agency outlines its long-term strategic vision through 2040.

Read on ESA.int →

Air & Space Forces Magazine

Air Force Reservists Swear In as Space Force's First Part-Time Guardians

A new cohort of Air Force reservists becomes the Space Force's first part-time Guardians.

Read on Air & Space Forces Magazine →

INTERPOL

Scaling Global Defence Against Some of the World's Most Dangerous Materials

INTERPOL details international efforts to counter proliferation and trafficking of hazardous materials.

Read on INTERPOL.int →

🎬 Culture & World Cup Aftermath

The Atlantic

The World Cup Could Not Be Americanized

The Atlantic reflects on how the World Cup, even hosted stateside, resisted full Americanization as Spain and Argentina met in the final.

Read on The Atlantic →

Mashable

The Internet Reacts to the First-Ever World Cup Halftime Show

Social media had plenty to say about the inaugural World Cup halftime show.

Read on Mashable →

Huffington Post

Javier Bardem Says He's "Very Proud" of This Spain–Trump World Cup Final Move

Actor Javier Bardem weighs in on a moment involving Spain and the World Cup Final that's drawn attention.

Read on HuffPost →

The Verge

The Future of Physical Games Is Not Looking Great

The Verge examines what a disc-free future could mean for gamers and preservationists alike.

Read on The Verge →

VICE

3 Underrated Songs From the Late '90s That Accidentally Invented 2000s Indie Rock

VICE traces the overlooked late-90s tracks that quietly shaped the following decade's indie rock sound.

Read on VICE →

Quanta Magazine

Martin Picard's Mitochondrial Theory of Mind

Quanta profiles researcher Martin Picard's work connecting mitochondrial function to psychological and emotional states.

Read on Quanta Magazine →

🏉 Sport & Corporate Culture

Les Ormes, Domaine & Resort (LinkedIn)

En équipe au Domaine des Ormes 🏹

A rugby squad's preseason camp emphasizes that team success — on the pitch or in the workplace — is built on cohesion, communication, and trust.

See the post on LinkedIn →

♟️ Hobby Corner: Board Games, Writing & French Rap

Amazon (Affiliate)

ELONGDI 15" Wooden Chess Set with Magnetic Pieces

A folding, portable magnetic chess set with extra queens — great for travel or tournament play.

See it on Amazon →

Amazon (Affiliate)

19x19 Folding Go Game Set with Bamboo Bowls & Imitation Jade Pieces

A full-size Go set with bamboo bowls and jade-style stones, ready for serious play.

See it on Amazon →

Amazon (Affiliate)

Amazon Basics Refillable Fountain Pen

A smooth-writing, medium-point fountain pen with two replacement ink cartridges included.

See it on Amazon →

Amazon (Affiliate)

IAM — L'École du Micro d'Argent

A classic of French rap, this Marseille group's landmark album remains essential listening.

See it on Amazon →

🚙 Cars Corner

MotorTrend

Infiniti Is Betting Big on Its New Sport Sedan: Will the Q50 Deliver?

MotorTrend previews Infiniti's next-generation Q50, reportedly returning with a manual, rear-wheel-drive sport sedan option.

Read on MotorTrend →

☕ Coming This Week: Coffee with Zack

A brand-new "Coffee with Zack" VLOG (English) drops later this week — stay tuned across YouTube and socials.

📦 The Goodies

ZACK TECHNOLOGY LLC · Technology · World Affairs · Affaires Étrangères · Electronic Music · Diplomacy

🎮 PS5 Livestreams & VLOGs 1,200+ livestreams, plus "Coffee with Zack" (EN) & "Coffee with Zaki" (FR)
youtube.com/@iamzaki
⚡ Razer Creator Store Official #RazerCreator — Raiju V3 Pro & BlackShark V3 Pro (affiliate link supports the channel)
Shop Razer →
🚗 Audi S8 Fund Saving up — every bit helps
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Saturday (Samedi) July (Juillet) 18, 2026

Sports Saturday · Samedi Sportif

Weekend Roundup: World Cup Heartbreak, Le Mans Hypercar Battles & the Road to Spa

Allez les Bleus, quand même 🇫🇷 — motorsport, football, and the weekend ahead

Saturday, July 18, 2026 · Samedi 18 Juillet 2026

What's up, everybody! It's Saturday (Samedi), July (Juillet) 18, 2026. It's the weekend! Enjoy more PlayStation 5 livestreams from me. C'est le week-end! Profitez de mes derniers livestreams PlayStation 5.

💔 Third-Place Heartbreak: France 4–6 England

Alas, France lost to England in the chaotic third-place playoff at FIFA World Cup 2026. I'm very disappointed — a terrible first half, followed by second-half mistakes, cost us the match 4–6. A total disaster. Still, huge respect to the team for the run this tournament, and hats off to Mbappé for taking the Golden Boot lead despite the result.

Read the match report on ESPN → · Mbappé's Golden Boot lead →

🏎️ Endurance Racing & Motorsport

Peugeot Sport

Rolex 6 Hours of São Paulo: A Challenging Weekend for Team Peugeot TotalEnergies

Peugeot Sport recaps a tough weekend at the Rolex 6 Hours of São Paulo for the TotalEnergies Hypercar squad.

Read on Peugeot Sport →

FIA WEC

Manthey "Firmly Back in the Fight" After São Paulo Podium

Manthey's São Paulo podium finish signals a renewed competitive push in the WEC standings.

Read on FIA WEC →

Alpine Cars

Destination Brazil for Alpine Endurance Team

A look ahead at Alpine Endurance Team's preparations heading into the Brazilian round of the WEC calendar.

Read on Alpine Cars →

Formula 1

What to Watch for in the Belgian Grand Prix

F1.com previews the key storylines heading into this weekend's Belgian Grand Prix at Spa.

Read on Formula1.com →

SB Nation

Belgian Grand Prix: Who Takes Pole Position at Spa?

A qualifying preview breaking down who's favored to take pole at Spa-Francorchamps.

Read on SB Nation →

Toyota GAZOO Racing

GR Driving Experience Level 1: Practical Circuit Training

Toyota GAZOO Racing's video walkthrough of its Level 1 circuit driving experience program.

Watch on YouTube →

⚽ Football Around the World

BBC Sport

Hydration Breaks Not Popular and FIFA Will Review — Wenger

Arsène Wenger says hydration breaks haven't gone over well and confirms FIFA will review the policy.

Read on BBC Sport →

FourFourTwo

New Issue: Season Preview — Arsenal's Title Defence, Coventry's Return, Schmeichel & David Luiz Q&A

FourFourTwo's new issue previews the Premier League season with Arsenal's title defense and Coventry's top-flight return front and center.

Read on FourFourTwo →

The Short Fuse

Arsenal Set to Sign Christos Tzolis From Club Brugge

Arsenal are reportedly closing in on a deal to bring Christos Tzolis over from Club Brugge.

Read on The Short Fuse →

ManUtd.com

United v Wrexham: Report, Reaction and Highlights

Manchester United's official recap of their preseason clash with Wrexham.

Read on ManUtd.com →

Real Madrid

Real Madrid Continues Preparing for the Season

An update on Real Madrid's preseason training schedule.

Read on RealMadrid.com →

The Liverpool Offside

Joe Gomez Excited for Season Reset

Joe Gomez discusses his outlook heading into preseason training under Iraola.

Read on The Liverpool Offside →

France Rugby

Championnat des Nations 2026 : Le résumé complet de Japon–France

Full highlights from France's Nations Championship clash against Japan.

Watch on YouTube →

🇫🇷 Ligue 1 & French Football Club News

Stade Rennais

« Un très beau geste de la part du club et de PUMA »

Stade Rennais highlights a goodwill gesture from the club and PUMA.

Read on StadeRennais.com →

FC Nantes

Le résumé de la rencontre

FC Nantes shares the match highlights from their latest fixture.

Read on FCNantes.com →

Olympique de Marseille

Maillot OM Third 26/27

OM unveils its third kit for the upcoming 2026/27 season.

See it on the OM store →

PSG

The U19s Back in Training

PSG's U19 squad returns to training at Campus PSG ahead of the new season.

Read on PSG.fr →

FC Lorient

Pablo Pagis s'engage au Paris FC

Pablo Pagis departs for a new chapter at Paris FC.

Read on FCLorient.bzh →

Toulouse FC

L'interview "première semaine" de Jens Berthel Askou

Toulouse FC's new head coach Jens Berthel Askou reflects on his first week in charge.

Read on ToulouseFC.com →

Olympique Lyonnais

Paulo Fonseca après OL – Slavia Prague

Fonseca says the friendly against Slavia Prague tested the squad's physical capacity, aggression, and defensive structure.

Read on OL.fr →

Stade Rochelais

Le BPJEPS Activités Physique et Sportive de la Forme ouvre ses portes

Stade Rochelais opens enrollment for its BPJEPS fitness-activity training program for the new academic year.

Read on StadeRochelais.com →

Équipe de France

Un revers pour la médaille

The French Football Federation reflects on the third-place playoff result.

Read on FFF.fr →

🌰 Ohio State & U.S. Sports

The Lantern

From Club Team to the Big Ten: Jackson Gula Earns Walk-On Spot With Ohio State's Football Team

Jackson Gula's journey from club football to a walk-on roster spot with the Buckeyes.

Read on The Lantern →

Land-Grant Holy Land

Who Will Lead Ohio State in Blocked Shots This Season?

A look at who's positioned to anchor the Buckeyes' rim protection this season.

Read on Land-Grant Holy Land →

Eleven Warriors

Columbus Clippers to Wear Buckeye-Themed Jerseys During Ohio State Night

The Clippers will don special Buckeye-themed jerseys for Ohio State Night at Huntington Park.

Read on Eleven Warriors →

Fear the Sword

Cavaliers Reacts Survey: Fans Are Still Committed to Mitchell

A fan survey shows continued strong support for Donovan Mitchell in Cleveland.

Read on Fear the Sword →

Blazer's Edge

Fire Can't Overcome Front-Running Lynx

Portland's WNBA squad falls short against a hot Minnesota Lynx team.

Read on Blazer's Edge →

The Kings Herald

Kings vs. Hornets Summer League Game Thread

Live discussion and takeaways from the Kings' Summer League matchup with the Hornets.

Read on The Kings Herald →

Red Reporter

Reds vs. Rockies: Rhett Lowder vs. Tomoyuki Sugano

A pitching matchup preview for the Reds-Rockies series.

Read on Red Reporter →

Sacramento Republic FC

Match Recap: Republic FC 1–1 Charleston Battery FC

A hard-fought draw for Sacramento Republic FC against Charleston Battery.

Read on SacRepublicFC.com →

Portland Timbers

Night in Pictures: Images From a Tremendous Win in Seattle

A photo gallery capturing the Timbers' big road win over Seattle.

See the gallery →

🌍 Beyond the Pitch

US Soccer

Cerebral Palsy National Teams Learn Draws for 2026 IFCPF World Cup

The draw is set for the 2026 IFCPF World Cup, to be hosted this October at the Arthur M. Blank U.S. Soccer National Training Center.

Read on USSoccer.com →

Al-Nassr FC

Under Ange's Watchful Eye

A behind-the-scenes look at training under Ange Postecoglou at Al-Nassr.

See the post on X →

The Busby Babe

Superstars Matter

A commentary piece on why marquee talent still shapes a club's ceiling, even in a team sport.

Read on The Busby Babe →

We Ain't Got No History

2026 World Cup, Third-Place Game: France vs. England

A Chelsea-focused lens on the third-place playoff and its implications for Blues players on international duty.

Read on We Ain't Got No History →

🚙 Cars & Racing Games

Autoblog

Honda Still Sells Three New Cars Under $30,000, and One Is the Clear Winner

Autoblog breaks down Honda's remaining sub-$30K lineup and picks the standout of the three.

Read on Autoblog →

MotorWeek

2027 RAM 1500 TRX SRT: First Impressions

MotorWeek's first-drive impressions of the 2027 RAM 1500 TRX SRT.

Read on MotorWeek →

Thomas Sieber

I Went to a GMC Dealership, Immediately Regretted It

A candid dealership-visit vlog documenting a rough experience shopping GMC.

Watch on YouTube →

GT Planet

Gran Turismo 7's Sophy AI Project Turns Five Years Old

GT Planet marks five years since the debut of Gran Turismo Sophy, the AI racing driver project.

Read on GT Planet →

IGN

Should We Fear Consoles Going All-Digital, or Does the PC Status Quo Prove It Works?

IGN weighs the debate around all-digital console futures against how PC gaming already handles it.

Read on IGN →

🎮 Onward to the Weekend

Anyway, I am a #RazerCreator, so let's enjoy some videogames! It's still up in the air whether I'll catch any of Tomorrowland 2026 this weekend. Have a great weekend, everybody — thanks for reading, and let's see what Spa-Francorchamps and the World Cup Final (Spain vs. Argentina, Sunday) bring us next.

📦 The Goodies

ZACK TECHNOLOGY LLC · Technology · World Affairs · Affaires Étrangères · Electronic Music · Diplomacy

🎮 PS5 Livestreams & VLOGs 1,200+ livestreams, plus "Coffee with Zack" (EN) & "Coffee with Zaki" (FR)
youtube.com/@iamzaki
⚡ Razer Creator Store Official #RazerCreator — Raiju V3 Pro & BlackShark V3 Pro
zack.coffee/razer-creator
🚗 Audi S8 Fund Saving up — every bit helps
venmo.com/iamzaki
✉️ Contact For press, sponsorships & collabs
superfrenchbigz@gmail.com
All content curated by Zaki Qayoumi ("Zack"). Design and layout assisted by Claude AI, Anthropic.

Friday (Vendredi) July (Juillet) 17, 2026

Gaming Friday · Vendredi Gaming

TGIF Roundup: Anime Drops, PS5 News, Motorsport & The World Cup Final Stretch

Powered by green — Razer-tuned colors for gamer's week-ender

Friday, July 17, 2026 · Vendredi 17 Juillet 2026

What's up, everybody! It's Friday (Vendredi), July (Juillet) 17, 2026. TGIF! Today we celebrate the world of Videogames. Enjoy my latest livestreams of The Crew: Motorfest and F1 '25. C'est vendredi! Aujourd'hui, nous célébrons le monde du jeu vidéo. Profitez de mes derniers livestreams de The Crew: Motorfest et F1 '25.

🎌 Anime & Game-to-Screen Adaptations

Animation Magazine

New Gundam Anime Series to Debut at SDCC #GUNDAM

A new entry in the Gundam franchise is set to make its debut announcement at San Diego Comic-Con.

Read on Animation Magazine →

Anime News Network

Hiroyasu Kobayashi, SAFEHOUSE, AREA35 Unveil Tiny Metal: Zero Line Anime

A new anime adaptation of the Tiny Metal game series has been unveiled, bringing the tactical strategy franchise to animation.

Read on Anime News Network →

🕹️ Gaming News You Need This Week

YouTube

Apex Legends x Cyberpunk Event Trailer

Apex Legends' latest crossover event trailer with Cyberpunk has dropped.

Watch on YouTube →

Gaming Bible

Starfield Gets DLC Boost as Bethesda Rolls Out 2027 Road Map

Bethesda has laid out an expanded 2027 roadmap for Starfield, promising additional DLC content ahead.

Read on Gaming Bible →

Kotaku

Two Weeks Testing 25+ Games on the Steam Machine

Kotaku's extended hands-on review after two weeks of putting more than 25 games through their paces on Valve's Steam Machine.

Read on Kotaku →

PC Gamer

Valve Reassures TF2 Players on Mann vs Machine Update Progress

Valve confirms work is still underway on the long-awaited Mann vs Machine update for Team Fortress 2.

Read on PC Gamer →

PlayStation Blog

Everything You Need to Know About MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls Open Beta

PlayStation Blog rounds up all the essential details ahead of the MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls open beta.

Read on PlayStation Blog →

Call of Duty Blog

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Multiplayer — Kill Block Intel

New multiplayer intel drops for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, detailing the Kill Block feature.

Read on the Call of Duty Blog →

GameSpot

Matt Damon Is In Fortnite Now, But He Was Almost In His Own Game Way Earlier

GameSpot digs into Matt Damon's new Fortnite appearance and an earlier near-miss with his own game project.

Read on GameSpot →

Polygon

The Switch's Early Demise Is Coming Much Too Soon

Polygon reports on the winding down of original Switch production in Europe.

Read on Polygon →

PCGamesN

Timeline-Altering Star Trek Voyager Game Kicks Off Four-Part Expansion Pass

A new expansion pass for the Star Trek Voyager game draws inspiration from classic episodes of the series.

Read on PCGamesN →

IGN

King of the Hill Season 15 Review

IGN reviews the newest season of the revived animated classic.

Read on IGN →

💻 Tech & Gear Corner

Razer

How to Keep Your Laptop Cool While Gaming, Working, and Multitasking

Razer's own blog shares practical tips for managing thermals on gaming laptops that pull double duty for work and play.

Read on the Razer Blog →

PC World

This Laptop Accessory Comes With Me Every Time I Travel

A PC World writer shares the one travel accessory they never leave home without.

Read on PC World →

Computer Weekly

The Modern CIO Role Is Almost Overwhelming — Here's How to Survive and Thrive

Computer Weekly examines the growing scope of the CIO role and strategies for managing it sustainably.

Read on Computer Weekly →

Tom's Hardware

Jurassic Park Packed $4 Million of Legit 1993 Computer Hardware

A software engineer catalogs every piece of period-accurate computer hardware featured in the original Jurassic Park film.

Read on Tom's Hardware →

🏁 F1, MLS & The World Cup Final Weekend

Shout-out to Max Verstappen — I mixed a Red Bull with juice in your honor, best of luck in the Belgian Grand Prix this weekend!

Major League Soccer returns to Apple TV starting tomorrow. Meanwhile, this weekend wraps up FIFA World Cup 2026: France and England play for third place tomorrow, and Spain takes on Argentina in the final on Sunday. Bonne chance, France and Spain! And don't forget — it's also Tomorrowland 2026 weekend.

Read the MLS on Apple TV announcement →

🚙 Car Talk: The Nissan Altima Question

I couldn't watch livestreams on Friday because I sat inside a Nissan Altima to show it some support — Nissan nearly pulled the sedan from the North American market, and I wanted to see it firsthand. I'm actually considering one, though lumbar support isn't standard; it's a premium add-on, which matters a lot if you're planning long drives in comfort.

If you're spending $30K+ on a new sedan, it needs to be comfortable. My take: the touchscreen-heavy interior on the new Hyundai Sonata is distracting for daily driving, which makes the Altima the safer, more focused choice between the two — staying focused on the road matters.

Of course, in a perfect world I'd be looking at an Audi A4/A5/A6/A7/A8 or S4/S5/S6/S7/S8 — the RS3, RS5, RS6 Avant, and RS7 are dream cars well outside my budget for now. And I certainly wouldn't say no to a BMW M5 Touring either.

📦 The Goodies

ZACK TECHNOLOGY LLC · Technology · World Affairs · Affaires Étrangères · Electronic Music · Diplomacy

🎮 PS5 Livestreams & VLOGs 1,200+ livestreams, plus "Coffee with Zack" (EN) & "Coffee with Zaki" (FR)
youtube.com/@iamzaki
⚡ Razer Creator Store Official #RazerCreator — Raiju V3 Pro & BlackShark V3 Pro
zack.coffee/razer-creator
🚗 Audi S8 Fund Saving up — every bit helps
venmo.com/iamzaki
✉️ Contact For press, sponsorships & collabs
superfrenchbigz@gmail.com
All content curated by Zaki Qayoumi ("Zack"). Design and layout assisted by Claude AI, Anthropic.

Thursday (Jeudi) July (Juillet) 16, 2026

Medicine Thursday · Jeudi Médecine

Awareness Roundup: Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, Bipolar Disorder & the Science of Music and Gaming as Therapy

La Médecine du Jeudi — connecting body, mind, and community

Thursday, July 16, 2026 · Jeudi 16 Juillet 2026

A note before we start: I am not a doctor, physician, or licensed medical/mental health professional. I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Economic Development Studies from The Ohio State University. This post is a curated awareness roundup for informational purposes only, and it is not medical advice. If you or someone you know is managing Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, bipolar disorder, or any other health condition, please consult a qualified healthcare provider.
What's up, everybody! It's Thursday (Jeudi), July (Juillet) 16, 2026. Today we celebrate the world of Medicine, and as always, raise awareness about Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, Bipolar Disorder, Music Therapy, and Videogame Therapy. Aujourd'hui, nous célébrons le monde de la médecine, et comme toujours, nous sensibilisons sur le syndrome d'Ehlers-Danlos, le trouble bipolaire, la musicothérapie et la thérapie par le jeu vidéo.

🎗️ Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome Awareness

The Ehlers-Danlos Society

2026 Global Learning Conference: Connecting the Stripes

July 24–26, 2026 · Dallas, Texas (USA) and Online

The Ehlers-Danlos Society is hosting its 2026 Global Learning Conference, a hybrid event for individuals and families impacted by EDS and hypermobility spectrum disorders (HSD), as well as healthcare professionals and caregivers. Sessions take place at the Courtyard by Marriott Dallas Allen at the Event Center in Allen, TX, with a full livestream for virtual attendees worldwide.

Recognizing that travel can be difficult for some members of the global community, the conference offers flexible registration so people can attend in person or virtually and still access every session, workshop, and networking opportunity through the event app, Whova.

Learn more & register →

⚽ World Cup Season & Bipolar Disorder: Watching Safely

With the World Cup in full swing, it's worth talking about how tournament fever can affect people living with bipolar disorder. Intense anticipation, late-night matches, and emotional highs and lows can be genuine mood triggers — even though sports fandom can also boost social connection and wellbeing when managed thoughtfully.

1. Protect Your Sleep Routine

  • Bipolar disorder is closely tied to sleep regularity, and even one disrupted night can contribute to a mood episode.
  • If a match airs in the middle of the night, consider recording it or watching highlights the next day instead of staying up.
  • Try to keep consistent sleep and wake times rather than letting tournament "social jet lag" take over.

2. Manage Excitement and Emotional Extremes

  • High-stakes matches raise heart rate, adrenaline, and dopamine — intense excitement can build quickly.
  • If energy, racing thoughts, or a sense of grandiosity start to spike, it can help to step away from the screen for a bit.
  • Framing the game as entertainment rather than a life-or-death outcome can soften the emotional swing of a loss.

3. Plan Your Viewing Environment

  • Loud, crowded, high-tension watch parties can add stress on top of the game itself.
  • Watching with trusted friends or family can offer grounding and positive connection.
  • Going easy on caffeine and alcohol is worth considering, since both are commonly cited mood triggers.

4. Stay Prepared

  • Staying consistent with prescribed medications, regardless of match schedule, remains important.
  • Keeping an eye on early warning signs — reduced need for sleep, racing thoughts, appetite changes — helps catch shifts early.

If symptoms start to feel like they're intensifying, reaching out to a healthcare provider is the right next step. This is a sensitive topic, and if you're personally navigating something like this, I'm glad to help point you toward general resources — just ask.

🎵 AI-Assisted Music Therapy

AI-assisted music therapy is an emerging space blending clinical mental health practice with generative music models. These tools analyze physiological and emotional signals to build personalized, adaptive soundscapes in real time — a non-pharmacological approach aimed at supporting mood regulation, easing anxiety, and encouraging emotional expression without requiring musical training.

Where the Field Is Headed

  • Adaptive soundscapes: Research prototypes use real-time biometric signals like EEG data alongside emotion recognition to feed generative models, so the AI composes music that mirrors or gently shifts a listener's emotional state.
  • Inclusive songwriting: Some therapeutic systems, co-designed by therapists and researchers, help individuals — including Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing patients — compose original lyrics and melodies with an AI acting as a conversational, visual-metaphor-driven collaborator.
  • Personalized composition: Organizations like Songs of Love use patient intake details (hobbies, pet names, family) to prompt generative AI and produce custom songs for children and individuals with cognitive impairments.
  • Improvisation & flow: Generative adversarial networks trained on therapeutic MIDI datasets can support natural, in-the-moment musical improvisation between therapists and clients.

🎮 Videogame Therapy: The Crew Motorfest as a Decompression Tool

Over on the Reddit r/The_Crew community, plenty of players describe cruising through The Crew franchise as a genuinely relaxing, low-stakes escape — turning down in-game noise, putting on a favorite playlist, and exploring the open world at their own pace.

Why It Works

  • Low-stakes exploration: The scaled-down O'ahu and Maui settings in Motorfest offer gorgeous tropical environments built for relaxed, pressure-free "zen" driving.
  • Escapism: Immersing yourself in a vivid environment offers a mental break that can help interrupt anxious thought cycles.
  • Cathartic venting: Consequence-free, more aggressive driving can serve as a healthy outlet for pent-up stress.

Tips to Maximize the Relaxation

  • Turn down the game's dialogue and let your own playlist run in the background.
  • Take advantage of DualSense haptic feedback or wheel support for a more immersive, grounding feel.
  • Hide the HUD and map to focus purely on the road and scenery.

As a PS5 livestreamer myself, I can vouch for the appeal of a low-stakes cruise — it's a nice change of pace from competitive play.

🩺 A Reminder

Everything above is general awareness content, not a substitute for professional care. If any of this touches close to home, please talk to a doctor, therapist, or another qualified professional. I'm not one — I'm a media founder with a BA in Economic Development Studies from Ohio State, sharing what's out there so more people know these resources and conversations exist.

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Wednesday (Mercredi) July (Juillet) 15, 2026

Music Wednesday · Mercredi Musical

Coup de Coeur: Electronic Music, Global Sound & a New Chapter for AI-Assisted Composition

Allez les Bleus 🇫🇷 — DJ culture, festival season, and the future of music production

Wednesday, July 15, 2026 · Mercredi 15 Juillet 2026

Bonjour tout le monde! It's a big day on the site — I'm officially announcing a new set of original tracks, produced with the help of Google Gemini AI Pro. Some critics dismiss AI-assisted music, but I see it differently: this is a tool, not a replacement, and it's only going to get more powerful from here. C'est un grand jour pour moi — je publie officiellement de la nouvelle musique, avec l'aide de l'IA. L'avenir de la production musicale est en train de s'écrire, et je veux en faire partie.

🎧 New Music Drop: 10 Original Tracks

Ten new tracks are now live, composed with an assist from Google Gemini AI Pro. I've said before that AI production will eventually live natively inside DAWs — imagine typing a mood, a lyric, an instrument choice, and hearing it instantly. My biggest inspiration for where this genre can go is still Jean-Michel Jarre.

▶ Listen to the new tracks on YouTube

🎙️ JETLAG RADIO — Latest Episode

JETLAG RADIO

Episode 4,723 is live

My latest DJ podcast episode is up on Spotify. And a running note for anyone who wants to help: I'm still looking for a car sponsor — German engineering or JDM preferred, but open to other makes too.

▶ Stream Episode 4,723 on Spotify

💿 Electronic Music & Festival Season

Rolling Stone

Vibecamp 2026: An IRL Gathering for the Terminally Online

A look at the in-person festival built for internet-native communities looking to unplug and connect face to face.

Read on Rolling Stone →

Dancing Astronaut

Pacha Brings a Piece of Ibiza to Brooklyn

The legendary Ibiza club institution is bringing its residency energy stateside for the summer.

Read on Dancing Astronaut →

Your EDM

Rampa Reunites With Anyma at UNVRS for ÆDEN

A big-room reunion set as Rampa and Anyma link up for the ÆDEN show at UNVRS Ibiza.

Read on Your EDM →

Mixmag

The Mix 115: Loukeman

Mixmag sits down with Loukeman for the latest edition of its long-running Mix interview series.

Read on Mixmag →

UFO Network

NERVO Remix JAIRIC's "Don't Let Me Put A Track On You"

The Australian DJ/production duo deliver a high-energy rework of JAIRIC's single.

Read on UFO Network →

Beatportal

Top-Selling Tracks, Artists & Labels of 2026 (Mid-Year Review)

Beatportal's mid-year breakdown of the electronic music scene's biggest performers so far this year.

Read on Beatportal →

📻 Culture & Crossover

MOJO Magazine

MOJO 394 (September 2026): Depeche Mode

The September issue puts Depeche Mode front and center — essential reading for synth and new wave fans.

Read on MOJO →

SPIN

Kid Friendly: The Dropkick Murphys

A look at the Boston punk institution's family-friendly side.

Read on SPIN →

Louder Than War

Albums of the Year So Far…

A running list of the strongest album releases across genres for 2026 so far.

Read on Louder Than War →

La Blogothèque

Maggie Rogers

La Blogothèque profiles the singer-songwriter in its signature intimate style.

Read on La Blogothèque →

Spotify Newsroom

Harry Potter Comes to Spotify

The Harry Potter audiobook series officially launches on the platform.

Read on Spotify Newsroom →

🎤 Hip-Hop & Pop Culture

The SOURCE

Lil Wayne's Assistant Job Requirements Leak in Court Docs

New court filings reveal the surprisingly detailed job requirements for working as Lil Wayne's assistant.

Read on The SOURCE →

Complex

Drake Sends Encouragement to Kick Off Streamer University 2026

Drake sent a video message to open Kai Cenat's Streamer University 2026 program.

Read on Complex →

Hypebeast

Travis Scott Debuts Unreleased Nike Moon Shoe

Travis Scott unveiled a new unreleased Nike silhouette at "The Odyssey" premiere.

Read on Hypebeast →

XXL Magazine

Future's First-Week Billboard Sales, Project by Project

XXL breaks down the first-week chart performance across Future's entire catalog.

Read on XXL →

Skyrock FM

Quand Planète Rap débarque au Vélodrome (Alonzo)

Behind-the-scenes footage as Planète Rap takes over the Stade Vélodrome with Alonzo.

Watch on YouTube →

🛠️ Gear, Production & Studio Talk

HODINKEE

The Business of Watches: Guido Terreni (CEO, Parmigiani Fleurier)

A conversation with Parmigiani Fleurier's chief executive on the business behind fine watchmaking.

Listen on HODINKEE →

Teenage Engineering

Daily Life of Mr. Update

Teenage Engineering's latest product story for the EP series.

Read on Teenage Engineering →

Native Instruments

Native Instruments DJ Products Catalog

The full current DJ hardware and software lineup from Native Instruments.

Browse the catalog →

MusicRadar

Best Audio Interface 2026

MusicRadar's expert-tested picks for home recording, podcasting, and streaming setups.

Read on MusicRadar →

On My Wishlist

Pioneer DMH-W3000NEX Wireless CarPlay Receiver

This 6.8" wireless CarPlay & Android Auto floating 1-DIN unit is on my wishlist for the car — a car stereo I can't quite afford yet. If anyone wants to help make this happen, my Venmo is linked below. 🙏

See the Pioneer DMH-W3000NEX →

🚗 Non-Music Bonus: Good for the Brain

MAXIM

Driving a Manual Transmission Car Is Good for Your Brain, Study Says

A new study suggests rowing your own gears may carry cognitive benefits — good news for the manual-transmission faithful.

Read on MAXIM →

GQ

The Anthony Bourdain Biopic Is Good — Dominic Sessa Is Why

GQ makes the case for the Bourdain biopic, crediting Dominic Sessa's performance.

Read on GQ →

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Tuesday (Mardi) July (Juillet) 14, 2026

Tech Tuesday · Mardi Tech — Bastille Day Special

Coffee with Zack — Bastille Day, July 14, 2026

Coffee with Zaki — Mardi 14 Juillet 2026, Fête Nationale 🇫🇷

Joyeux 14 Juillet ! Happy Bastille Day!

Today is 14 Juillet in France — Bastille Day, the Fête Nationale! Don't forget to watch the Military Parade (Défilé du 14 Juillet) on French television this morning. And as if the day couldn't get any bigger: France takes on Spain in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi-Finals. Allez les Bleus — what a way to celebrate! 🇫🇷⚽

Joyeuse Fête Nationale ! Et en plus, la France affronte l'Espagne en demi-finale de la Coupe du Monde. Quelle journée !

What's up, everybody! It's Tuesday (Mardi) July (Juillet) 14, 2026 — a very exciting day. I highly recommend revisiting Assassin's Creed: Unity by Ubisoft (France) to celebrate — it's set right around the French Revolution. I'm stuck at Notre-Dame cathedral and had to restart because I forgot a lot of the content, but I plan on livestreaming it on PS5 as soon as I find some time.

Je recommande vivement de (re)jouer à Assassin's Creed: Unity d'Ubisoft pour célébrer le 14 Juillet !

⚠️ A reminder as summer heats up: please be careful out there. Drink enough water, but not too much, and get some air conditioning if you can — the recent heatwave was dangerous, and sadly many people died in France. Take care of yourselves and each other.

There will be a new "Coffee with Zaki" VLOG in French later this week.

🏆 France vs. Spain — World Cup Semi-Final

France - Espagne : demi-finale de la Coupe du Monde
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Monday (Lundi) July (Juillet) 13, 2026

Major Content Curation Monday · Lundi de Curation

Coffee with Zack — Major Content Curation, July 13, 2026

Coffee with Zaki — Lundi 13 Juillet 2026, édition Curation Majeure

What's up, everybody! It's Monday (Lundi) July (Juillet) 13, 2026 — and that means it's Major Content Curation Day. Enjoy today's roundup across world affairs, tech, science, and sport. A new episode of my VLOG "Coffee with Zack" (English) drops later this week — stay tuned.

C'est lundi, donc jour de curation majeure ! Un nouvel épisode de mon VLOG arrive plus tard cette semaine.

Don't forget: the FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi-Finals are coming up — obviously, I want France (Équipe de France, FFF) to go all the way. Allez les Bleus! 🇫🇷

🏆 FIFA World Cup 2026 — Road to the Semis

Coupe du Monde 2026 — En route vers les demi-finales

🏎️ Motorsport

Sport automobile

✒️ Zaki's Personal Pick

Le choix personnel de Zaki
Amazon
Amazon Basics Refillable Fountain Pen — Fine Point Nib, Black Ink
I need a new fountain pen, and I cannot afford Montblanc, thank you. (Amazon affiliate link)
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Saturday (Samedi) July (Juillet) 11, 2026

Sports Saturday · Samedi Sportif

Coffee with Zack — Sports Saturday, July 11, 2026

Coffee with Zaki — Samedi 11 Juillet 2026, édition Sports

What's up, everybody! It's Saturday (Samedi) July (Juillet) 11, 2026 — the weekend continues! Don't forget to keep an eye on the FIFA World Cup 2026, with more matches on today. This weekend it's also the battle for the Rolex 6 Hours of São Paulo in the FIA WEC — best of luck to Peugeot Sport TotalEnergies and Alpine Endurance Team, ALLEZ! 🏁

Quel week-end ! N'oubliez pas la Coupe du Monde FIFA 2026, et bonne chance à Peugeot Sport et à Alpine Endurance Team au Brésil ce week-end !

Have fun if you're celebrating 7/11 at 7-Eleven — please be safe! And to all the students about to head into College/University this fall: don't jeopardize your scholarships. 🎓

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Friday (Vendredi) July (Juillet) 10, 2026

Gaming Friday · Vendredi Jeux

Chrome, Chicane, and the Bleus: A Gaming Friday to Remember

July 10, 2026 (10 Juillet 2026) — Coffee with Zack / Coffee with Zaki

TGIF

What's Up, Everybody!

It's Friday — Vendredi — July 10, 2026, and today we celebrate the wonderful world of videogames. I'm thrilled to spotlight the new collaboration between Apex Legends and Cyberpunk 2077: Edgerunners. This crossover feels like a personal homage to Zach Aguilar, the voice of David in Edgerunners — I was genuinely gutted that Edgerunners wouldn't get a true sequel with him returning, so seeing "David" land in Apex Legends means a lot. Huge thanks to EA and the Apex Legends team for pulling this off. I have a feeling it'll mean the world to Zach A. too.

On My PS5

The Crew: Motorfest — JDM Street Racing

I've been sinking time into The Crew: Motorfest this week, and I have to recommend it. Ripping through street races in a JDM Toyota Supra, drifting corners and popping NOS down the straights — it's pure arcade racing joy. If you're into JDM car culture even a fraction as much as I am, this one's worth your time.

FIFA World Cup 2026

Allez Les Bleus!

PS5 livestreams continue this weekend on YouTube, though I'll admittedly be glued to the FIFA World Cup 2026 for most of it — there are some huge matches coming up. Best of luck to every team still standing. As always, I'm rooting for France, l'Équipe de France (FFF), all the way. Allez Les Bleus! 🇫🇷

Electronic Music & JETLAG RADIO

New Sounds This Week

This week's episode of OMEGA RADIO features the new album from American rapper Future. I've also been producing some original tracks of my own using Google Gemini AI Pro, now live on YouTube — a small preview of the direction for the full album I'm building in FL Studio, which is still a ways out. Once the "Trump Nightmare Season 2" news cycle finally quiets down, I'm hoping to carve out more focused studio time to push the album forward.

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