Texas A&M University leaders, state officials, and industry partners gathered at the RELLIS campus on April 9 to launch the Texas A&M Semiconductor Institute—a more than $200 million initiative to boost domestic chip production. Governor Greg Abbott underscored the importance of “microchip independence,” pointing to national security and economic growth as key motivations behind this investment.

Schitt’s Creek creator Dan Levy returns with a new comedic crime series on Netflix, gaining positive buzz from early viewers. The show promises a fresh comedic twist on the crime genre, making it an intriguing watch for fans and newcomers alike.

Casting rumors for Man of Tomorrow hint at larger plans for the DC Universe. With actresses testing for the role of Maxima, fans speculate whether James Gunn is also searching for the next Wonder Woman.

Free People Movement and Merrell have joined forces to challenge expectations about hiking footwear. Their two new releases aim to prove that function can go hand in hand with eye-catching style, inviting both trail enthusiasts and everyday walkers to step up their game.

Marvel’s next wave of teenage heroes emerged when the senior X-Men were off-planet. Tapped by Professor Xavier, these New Mutants quickly rose to prominence as they took the mantle once held by their famed predecessors.

Scarlett Johansson, Sam Rockwell, and Tom Waits have joined director Brad Bird’s animated film “Ray Gunn,” set in Metropia, a sprawling metropolis that imagines the future from a 1939 vantage point. This star-studded Skydance Animation production teams the trio with longtime voice actor John Ratzenberger.

El Septimo has unveiled the Queen Sheba “Conquest Edition,” bringing back what it deems one of the world’s most demanded cigars. Billed as “built to sell out again,” this lifestyle news item signals the brand’s confidence in repeating past success.

ConnectOne Bancorp, Inc. (Nasdaq: CNOB) will announce its first quarter 2026 results on April 23, 2026, covering the period ended March 31. Company leaders will discuss performance and operations during a conference call at 10:00 a.m. ET that same day.

CoreWeave (Nasdaq: CRWV) and Meta Platforms, Inc. have expanded their AI-focused partnership with a $21 billion agreement, extending through December 2032. This deal strengthens Meta’s ability to develop and deploy advanced AI technologies across multiple locations, reflecting both companies’ commitment to scaling up artificial intelligence capabilities.

In “Big Mistakes,” a Netflix comedy by Dan Levy and Rachel Sennott, an uptight pastor is swept into a criminal whirlwind. Anchored by Levy’s dry wit and co-star Taylor Ortega’s sharp performance as his sister, the show promises a hilarious blend of faith, family, and unexpected felonies.