MIKE SHINODA On Upcoming LINKIN PARK Documentary 'Unshatter': We're Very Excited About It
Linkin Park’s Mike Shinoda announced the upcoming documentary “Unshatter,” which chronicles the band’s rebirth after Chester Bennington’s 2017 death and the 2024 release of the new album “From Zero.” The film, directed by DJ Joseph Hahn and shot largely by friend Mark, blends archival footage with behind‑the‑scenes moments featuring new vocalist Emily Armstrong and drummer Colin Brittain. The band’s latest single “The Emptiness Machine” topped charts, helping Linkin Park become the only rock act in 2024 to surpass two billion streams. Shinoda emphasized the project’s artistic focus over commercial expectations.
Shanghai's Art, Fashion, and Retail Overload
Shanghai shenanigans from the excellent Art Museum ceramics, to @maxmara at the thelongmuseum and a moving exhibition curated by oliviersaillard, not forgetting the retail destinations I had to explore recommended by lihui_thelihui… way too much to pack in
Bad Bunny Shifts Record 800k Tickets in Spanish Cultural Coup
Bad Bunny’s Spanish leg of the *Debí Tirar Más Fotos* tour set a new national record by selling over 800,000 tickets across 12 sold‑out stadium shows in Barcelona and Madrid. The run featured two nights at Barcelona’s Estadi Olímpic and a...
Humans Are One of Very Few Species Whose Females Live for Decades After They Can No Longer Have Children. One...
Human females routinely outlive their reproductive years by three to four decades, a pattern that puzzles evolutionary biologists. The "grandmother hypothesis" proposes that post‑reproductive women boost their inclusive fitness by gathering food and caring for grandchildren, thereby increasing offspring survival....
Surprising Link Found Between the Herpes Zoster Vaccine and Cognitive Health in Older Adults
A large Korean cohort study of over 2.5 million adults aged 50+ found that receiving the live shingles (zoster) vaccine was associated with a 12% lower risk of memory disorders and a 25% lower risk of Alzheimer’s disease. The protective effect...
ALBUM REVIEW: The War and Treaty Reach New High on Personal Album, ‘The Story of Michael and Tonya’
The husband‑and‑wife duo War and Treaty have issued a new album, *The Story of Michael and Tonya*, a candid chronicle of their personal and musical journey. The record opens with “Litty,” featuring a spoken‑word introduction by Whoopi Goldberg that frames the...
Redesigned High-NA Lithography Optical System Aims to Overcome Challenges in Semiconductor Chipmaking
Professor Tsumoru Shintake of OIST unveiled a radical redesign of high‑NA EUV lithography optics that promises 2–3 nm feature resolution while slashing equipment costs. Simulations show the new two‑stage mirror system can eliminate mask‑3D distortions and cut machine prices to roughly...
Descendents Announce ‘All’ & ‘Liveage’ Reissues (Exclusive Vinyl Variants)
Descendents and Org Music are releasing limited-edition vinyl reissues of the band’s fourth studio album All and the 1987 live record Liveage, each capped at 300 copies in exclusive color schemes. The All reissue also appears as a “Punk Note”...
Mineral Garnet Discovered in Mars Meteorite May Reveal How the Red Planet Evolved Billions of Years Ago
An international team has identified the first garnet mineral in a Martian meteorite fragment (NWA 8171), revealing a previously unknown rock type on Mars. The discovery, published in Geochemical Perspectives Letters, provides a rare record of the pressure‑temperature conditions that shaped...
30 Publishers From Around the World Will Attend the 11th Book Adaptation Rights Market in Venice - Venice 2026 -...
The 11th Book Adaptation Rights Market will run September 4‑6, 2026, alongside the 83rd Venice Film Festival. Thirty international publishers and literary agents, selected through a January call for tenders, will gather at the Hotel Excelsior on Venice’s Lido. The...
3 Daily Leadership Actions That Keep Purpose Alive During Uncertainty
Amid economic, trade and geopolitical uncertainty, leaders are urged to keep organizational purpose front‑and‑center. Research from KPMG and McKinsey shows purpose‑driven firms enjoy 40% higher retention and 30% more innovation, giving them a competitive edge when markets stabilize. The article...
Zasocitinib (TAK-279/NDI-034858)
Zasocitinib (TAK‑279/NDI‑034858) is an oral, once‑daily allosteric TYK2 inhibitor now in Phase 3 trials for moderate‑to‑severe plaque psoriasis. It binds the JH2 pseudokinase domain, delivering higher TYK2‑over‑JAK1 selectivity than earlier agents such as deucravacitinib. The drug’s projected 24‑hour IC₉₀ coverage supports...
Motionless In White Share Soaring New Track ‘R.I.P.’
Motionless In White released the soaring single “R.I.P.”, a gothic‑leaning track that features Grammy‑nominated vocalist Skylar Grey. The song is the third preview from their upcoming album Decades, slated for a July 17 release on Roadrunner Records. Frontman Chris Motionless highlighted the track’s lyrical...
Age-Related Inflammation Linked to R-Loop Nucleic Acids, Opens Therapies
Researchers at UT MD Anderson discovered that export of R‑loop nucleic acid structures from the nucleus fuels the senescence‑associated secretory phenotype, a key driver of age‑related inflammation. The study identified the DDX1‑XPO1 protein complex as the export mechanism and showed...
BWH Hotels Launches Global Upscale & Luxury Sales Division
BWH Hotels has created a dedicated global upscale and luxury sales division to accelerate commercial growth across its premium properties. Led by nine regional sales leaders covering the United States, Canada and Europe, the unit aims to capture a share...
No Life Without Death: A New Exhibition at The Lightbox Museum Woking
The Lightbox Museum in Woking launches “No Life Without Death,” a new exhibition presented by Cole‑Levi Klimt and curated by Chelsey Chase. It brings together six artists—Paul Freud, Meryl Donoghue, Eva Yates, Orly Kritzman, Ana Luiza Rodrigues and Charlotte Worthington—working...
'World-First' Vaccine Designed by AI Tested on Humans: Will It Live up to the Hype?
Researchers at the University of Cambridge have created the world’s first vaccine designed by artificial intelligence and completed a Phase 1 safety trial in 39 human volunteers. The AI‑engineered antigen targets conserved regions of sarbecoviruses, including SARS and SARS‑CoV‑2, and is...
Album Premiere: HISS – A Cheapened Crown
Portland noise‑sludge trio HISS, formed by veterans of Still/Form and Marriage + Cancer, released their debut album *A Cheapened Crown* on August 21. The record blends sludgy noise rock with crushing low‑end heft, defying easy genre labels. Recorded at LoRent Studio, it was...
Micah Thomas, “Lucid”
Composer‑pianist Micah Thomas releases *Lucid*, his fifth album as a bandleader before turning 30, built around a concept of musical equilibrium through short, episodic segments. The record features a quintet—Immanuel Wilkins (alto sax), Kalia Vandever (trombone), Thomas Morgan (bass) and Lesley Mok (drums)—that blurs...
Advancing Diabetes Cell Therapy with Dr. Camillo Ricordi, University of Miami — Episode 260
Dr. Camillo Ricordi, a pioneer of islet transplantation and inventor of the Ricordi Chamber, discussed the evolution of diabetes cell therapy on Xtalks Life Science Podcast episode 260. He highlighted the technology’s 40‑year legacy and the current push toward scalable,...
Getty Launches Meditation Podcast, “Our Museum Mindfulness Meditation”
Getty has launched its inaugural video podcast, “OMMM: Our Museum Mindfulness Meditation,” aimed at guiding listeners through mindful engagement with artworks. Hosted by gallery educator Lilit Sadoyan, the series releases twice weekly and opens with a meditation on Van Gogh’s...
Anthony Calonico :: Spacious Heart
Anthony Calonico, known for his work with Los Angeles trio Total Blue, releases his first solo album, Spacious Heart. The record retains the group’s sleek, chilled‑out jazz‑pop ambience while introducing Calonico’s low‑key vocals on several tracks. Its introspective grooves and buttery tones reframe...
Time in Heart Rate Zones During Training and Matches in Professional Football: A Descriptive Analysis of Nearly 1000 Microcycles From...
Researchers analyzed heart‑rate data from nearly 1,000 microcycles across 20 professional football clubs, comparing training and match demands. Players spent significantly more time in high‑intensity zones during matches, while training was dominated by low‑intensity activity. The study also highlighted positional...
KAUST Study Reveals How Plants Protect Photosynthesis During Extreme Heat
Researchers at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology discovered that the chloroplast protein protochlorophyllide oxidoreductase reorganizes into reversible stress granules when temperatures rise, shielding photosynthesis. The granules act without triggering new gene expression, enabling a rapid protective response. Experiments...
The Day a Father Realized His Non-Speaking Son Had Been Listening All Along
In this episode of Front Row Dads, host Jon Broman talks with leadership consultant and father Jay Brad about his new co‑authored book, *Real Words with Sam*, which chronicles the journey of communicating with his non‑speaking autistic son. Brad shares...
Time in Heart Rate Zones During Training and Matches in Professional Football: A Descriptive Analysis of Nearly 1000 Microcycles From...
Researchers analyzed 948 microcycles from 20 professional football clubs across nine leagues to assess how often players train in high heart‑rate zones. They found that training generally satisfies the >80% HRmax maintenance dose but falls short for >90% HRmax, especially...
Five Takeaways From the First European Conference on Sex Differences
The inaugural European conference on sex differences marked a shift from merely cataloguing male‑female phenotypes to probing the genetic, hormonal, and epigenetic mechanisms that drive them. Researchers presented evolutionary evidence—from mitochondrial adaptation in fruit flies to placental evolution in fish—showing...
Plan C Spring 2027: Cool for the Summer
Carolina Castiglioni’s Plan C Spring 2027 ready‑to‑wear collection embraces minimalist summer vibes through crisp poplin, sculptural silhouettes and playful detailing. The line features detachable floral appliques, a “summer camp” uniform of pocketed shirts and loose cargo pants, and inventive tailoring such as...
“The Pain Isn’t the Hardest Challenge…” Agency, Not Anatomy Drives Recovery From Persisting Low Back Pain in Elite Athletes
A qualitative study of 17 Australian elite athletes with persistent low back pain revealed that the pain’s impact extends far beyond physical discomfort, threatening confidence, identity, and career prospects. Athletes emphasized that clinician validation and clear explanations fostered a sense...
Streamlining Peptide Synthesis: How a Mixing Tool Can Enhance Lab Efficiency
Peptide synthesis labs are adopting advanced mixing tools to improve precision, yield, and speed. Devices such as microfluidic and ultrasonic mixers automate reagent combination, reducing human error and waste. Integrated software further optimizes reaction conditions, cutting turnaround times and costs....
Atom-Thin Coating Tackles Key Bottleneck in Chip Miniaturization
Researchers at the National University of Singapore and Applied Materials have created an atom‑thin tungsten disulfide (WS₂) coating that simultaneously serves as a barrier and liner for copper interconnects in semiconductor chips. The crystalline WS₂ film is only 0.7 nm thick—about...
The Protein Brewery’s Fermotein Wins EU Novel Food Authorisation as First Approved Mycelium Ingredient
Dutch company The Protein Brewery secured EU novel food authorization for its mycelium‑based ingredient Fermotein, the first mycelium product cleared under the EU framework. The European Commission adopted the implementing regulation on 17 June 2026 after EFSA’s positive opinion and a six‑year...
Jazz Pharmaceuticals and AbCellera Collaborate to Discover T-Cell Engaging Multispecific Antibodies
Jazz Pharmaceuticals has signed a preclinical research, option and license agreement with AbCellera to discover next‑generation T‑cell engaging multispecific antibodies for gastrointestinal cancers and other solid tumors. AbCellera will conduct discovery and early‑stage work on two initial programs, with a...
Stem Cell Therapy for Autism
Steven Novella argues that stem‑cell infusions for autism lack a credible biological mechanism, are costly, and have not demonstrated efficacy in rigorous trials. A large Duke Health Phase II study involving 180 children showed no difference from placebo, and earlier small...
Czech Republic Gets Its First Ferrari F80 Finished in a Gorgeous Paint & Custom Livery
The Czech Republic received its first Ferrari F80, chassis #332854, a limited‑run hypercar that debuted at Scuderia Praha. The car is finished in a unique Viola Hong Kong paint with a bespoke Giallo Triple Strato livery, and it features extensive carbon‑fiber...
Glucosamine: Brain Health Determines Longevity Benefit
Glucosamine -- taken by millions for creaky knees -- looked like a longevity drug for years, with a 15% lower risk of death in the UK Biobank. But a new 2026 study flipped that story: the same pill, same dose,...
Can Singapore’s Education System Take ‘Late Bloomers’? Harvard Speech Reignites Debate
Joel Tan, a Harvard Medical School‑affiliated PhD graduate, used his student address to recount how Singapore's rigid subject streaming barred him from studying biology, forcing him to seek education abroad. His 12‑minute speech has reignited debate over whether the city‑state’s...
China Conducts 4 Launches in 3 Days, but Silence Follows Kuaizhou–11 Launch
China accelerated its launch tempo in mid‑June, firing four rockets in three days, but the Kuaizhou‑11 solid‑propellant launch fell silent after liftoff, hinting at a possible failure. The same period saw a successful Long March 12 mission that added the 22nd batch...
Walmart, Gap, Target Hire Project Runway Judges In A K-Shaped Economy
Mass retailers are moving beyond capsule collaborations by hiring high‑profile fashion judges as permanent creative leaders. Target appointed Isaac Mizrahi as Creative Director at Large, while Walmart, Gap and Uniqlo have secured Brandon Maxwell, Zac Posen and Clare Waight Keller in...
10% Visceral Fat Loss Cuts Diabetes Risk 28%
A 10-year follow-up of the CENTRAL and DIRECT-PLUS lifestyle trials (n=366) in Circulation: despite participants regaining the weight, every 10% reduction in visceral fat during the original intervention was independently associated with a 28% lower long-term risk of type 2...
Resistance Training Cuts Women's Heart Disease Risk
In 2 large cohorts of women, resistance training was associated with reduction of cardiovascular disease, and additive to aerobic exercise and low sedentary time https://t.co/b8U7DiBf55 https://t.co/90ZZHK0EHB
Why We Love 19th-Century Writing
The author celebrates 19th‑century Victorian prose, noting its ornate syntax and vivid description, and contrasts it with today’s plainer, punchier style. While modern writing aims for brevity and broader accessibility, the piece argues that this shift makes contemporary prose cognitively...
Heat Shock Proteins Buffer Mutations, Explaining Variable Disease Risk
Why do some people with a pathogenic (disease-causing) mutation get hit and others are resilient? One explanation is heat shock proteins (like HSP90) , molecular chaperones that have a buffering, protective impact. https://t.co/actqJ0ucvI https://t.co/Kex1FgG1ME
Shi Jian 31 Launches Into Molniya Orbit, Parameters Disclosed
Shi Jian 31, launched yesterday, turns out to be one of the Molniya orbit missions, in a 178 x 35820 km x 63.5 deg orbit. Stage 3 let in a 171 x 40114 km x 51.1 deg orbit.
Relax with the Mystery.
Danielle LaPorte released a paid audio post titled "Relax with the mystery" on June 17, 2026, as part of her "Wisdom for your Wednesday" series. The piece offers guided meditation focused on mystery and relaxation, delivered through Substack’s paid subscription...
OVHcloud Expands Sovereign QaaS Platform via Quandela’s Belenos Photonic System
OVHcloud announced the commercial launch of Belenos, a 12‑qubit photonic quantum processor from Quandela, now available on its European public cloud. The integration adds a sovereign, non‑U.S.‑jurisdiction QaaS offering that lets enterprises run quantum workloads without exposing data to the...
Porsche Taycan Gains Hyundai-Style Virtual Gearbox
Porsche has introduced the E‑Shift system, a virtual eight‑speed sequential gearbox that can be activated via paddle shifters on the Taycan’s Sport Chrono package. The feature, first seen on Hyundai’s Ioniq 5 N, adds noticeable shift jerks and engine‑brake feel, and is...
A Space Telescope Is Falling to Earth. NASA Is Racing to Rescue It
NASA is preparing a daring robotic rescue of the 22‑year‑old Swift space telescope, whose orbit has fallen from 600 km to 370 km and faces re‑entry by the end of 2026. The agency awarded a $30 million contract to startup Katalyst Space Technologies,...
Disclosure Day Is Great. But Spielberg Overestimates Our Capacity for Empathy
Steven Spielberg’s latest sci‑fi thriller Disclosure Day revisits his long‑standing fascination with extraterrestrials, pairing a cyber‑security whistleblower and a weather presenter with a covert mission to reveal decades of U.S. government alien experiments. The film dramatizes stolen footage that shows...
New Trailer and Poster for Japanese Horror THE CURSE
Kenichi Ugana’s new Japanese horror film *The Curse* released a fresh trailer and poster, confirming a VOD debut in the UK and ROI on July 13. The story follows Tokyo receptionist Riko, played by Yukino Kaizu, as she investigates a...