Kelly Clarkson Accused a Brooklyn Shop of a ‘Pretty Woman’ Snub. Now the Small Business Is Fighting Back.
Clarkson says the store gave her attitude. The store says it was a misunderstanding. The internet is divided.
The Download: failed social media bans, and extending pets’ lives
This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. Kids are outsmarting social media bans. That’s not a problem we need to solve. —Michal Luria, Aliya Bhatia, and Danah Boyd Social media bans are stacking up. In July, France joined…
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Cash Only, No Reservations, No Problem: Why This Long Island Restaurant Thrives by Saying No
Step inside Robke’s to learn how a beloved business earned the kind of loyalty that lets it make its own rules.
The World’s Largest Eyewear Company Isn’t Just Selling Glasses. It’s Solving Problems.
From Ray-Ban and Oakley to Nuance Audio, EssilorLuxottica is redefining eyewear with smart glasses that combine hearing support and fashion in one wearable device.
Spotify users on iOS 27 can now ask Siri to play music without having to say ‘on Spotify’
Siri can now learn users’ preferred music app, allowing Spotify listeners to request songs, podcasts, and playlists without specifying which app to use.
Bumble agrees to a $1.3B acquisition deal as online dating faces a reset
After years of declining subscriber numbers and falling revenue, Bumble just agreed to a $1.3 billion acquisition.
TechCrunch Disrupt 2026: Day 1
TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 officially kicks off today. See what’s in store for Day 1 (Oct. 13) at San Francisco’s Moscone West. Don’t miss it. Register for your pass now and meet 10,000+ tech leaders at the startup epicenter of the year.
SpaceXSI bundles X Premium, Grok and Cursor into one subscription
The new X Subscription combines X’s paid features with AI tools like Grok and Cursor, offering plans ranging from $8 to $200 per month.
Apple refreshes its Homepod mini with a new chip and $149 price tag
The new $149 HomePod mini with Siri AI and a ‘SoundGlow’ visual feature will be available starting October 30.
Apple’s new smart home line-up includes a smart lock, thermostat and video doorbells
The new devices work with HomeView, the company’s new smart home hub which can be used to control accessories and interact with apps.
Apple launches a new Apple TV 4K with Siri AI and remote-free voice commands
The new Apple TV 4K costs $299, comes with Siri AI, and will be available on November 13.