Our Favorite Songs of the Week (Playlist)
BrooklynVegan has launched a weekly Spotify playlist that aggregates the most compelling new releases across its coverage areas, from indie rock to experimental electronic. The May 29, 2026 edition features 18 tracks, including contributions from Boards of Canada, Iceage, Kristin Hersh, Wet Leg and a surprise collaboration between Cornelius and Sean Ono Lennon. Each song was selected by the site’s editors to highlight fresh material that may otherwise be overlooked. The playlist link is provided for immediate streaming, reinforcing BrooklynVegan’s role as a tastemaker in the independent music scene.
Calm a Tight Chest with Gentle Collarbone Tapping
How to relax if you have a tight chest or emotional overwhelm: Tap gently around your collarbones for 30-60 seconds. Slow rhythm. Easy breath. This gives your body one clear point of contact when everything feels too loud.
Experience a Small-Group Retreat at Rising Circle Ranch
If you've read my latest book, The Meaning of Your Life, and you're ready to do the work in person, I've partnered with Modern Elder Academy—the world’s preeminent place for retreats about life’s biggest questions. MEA’s Rising Circle Ranch in...
Stem Cell Therapy & Regenerative Medicine: 2026 Clinical Evidence Guide
Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) are now classified as immunomodulatory biologics that act through a secretome of exosomes, cytokines, and growth factors rather than direct tissue engraftment. The 2026 clinical consensus highlights strong evidence for intra‑articular cartilage repair, graft‑versus‑host disease resolution,...
Scientists Outplant Experimental ‘Flonduran’ Corals in Florida’s Dry Tortugas National Park
Scientists from the University of Miami outplanted nearly three dozen lab‑grown elkhorn corals, including the experimental "Flonduran" hybrid, in Florida's Dry Tortugas National Park. The Flondurans combine genetics from Florida and heat‑resilient Honduran colonies, marking the first U.S. field test...
Onslaught Release Date Set for Adria Arjona’s A24 Action Movie
A24 has set September 4, 2026 as the release date for its new action film Onslaught, starring Adria Arjona opposite Dan Stevens and former UFC champion Alex Pereira. The trailer debuted ahead of A24’s recent Backrooms release, showing a trailer‑park community besieged by experimentally...
Drake Dominates U.S. Streaming With Nearly 1 Billion Streams in a Single Week
Drake amassed 988.86 million on‑demand streams in the United States during the week ending May 28, eclipsing rivals by a wide margin. The surge followed a coordinated May 15 rollout of three projects—ICEMAN, HABIBTI and MAID OF HONOUR—that placed all three albums in...
Paleontologists Identify New Hyaenodont Species in Pakistan
Paleontologists recovered fossils of three hyaenodont species from Miocene sediments in Pakistan, including a newly described species, Metapterodon anri. The specimens, dated 14–9.5 million years ago, include a 500‑kg giant rivaling a polar bear, the first Hyaenodon finds in South Asia,...
Alaina May – “Casual”
Brooklyn singer‑songwriter Alaina May has dropped her debut single “Casual,” a three‑minute dream‑pop track that pairs airy vocals with mellow, crunch‑laden guitars. The song delves into post‑breakup limerence, capturing the tension between craving a light fling and recognizing a deeper...
Michael Sanders – “Freeeeezing”
Austin‑based indie rocker Michael Sanders dropped the single “freeeezing” today, a tongue‑in‑cheek track about getting cold from chewing ice. The song mixes bright acoustic strums, sludgy distorted guitars and a chorus of “I am freezing” vocal chants, evoking a nostalgic...
I Survived Breast Cancer. I Wasn't Prepared for What Came Next.
A Business Insider author marks five years in breast‑cancer remission but finds the post‑treatment reality far from celebratory. She describes lingering PTSD‑like anxiety, frequent panic triggers, and a constant fear of recurrence that resurfaces during routine scans. Financial strain remains...
Carl Krausnick – “Handle With Care”
Memphis‑based indie rocker Carl Krausnick has dropped the single “Handle With Care,” a three‑minute track that fuses hazy acoustic verses with wailing, twangy guitar choruses. The song showcases dynamic tonal shifts, moving from synth‑tinged introspection to warm distortion‑driven rock. Krausnick’s...
From Micromanaging to Outcome‑Focused Leadership
One of the things I'm learning about myself digging into the world of agents is that I'm a micro-manager. Every little thing I'm like - why did you do it that way. That's not how CEO's act. They care about outcomes. So...
Hindbrain Neurons Directly Sense FGF21, Regulating Appetite
Researchers identified a specific group of neurons in the hindbrain that respond directly to FGF21, acting as a key pathway through which the hormone influences eating behavior and energy balance. https://t.co/ISa30OdrM5
Italian Authorities Cancel Travis Scott and Ye Concert Over Public Safety Concerns
Italian authorities have canceled the back‑to‑back Travis Scott and Ye concerts at Reggio Emilia’s RCF Arena, citing serious public order and safety concerns. Organizers had planned the shows as the headline act of the rebranded Pulse of Gaia Festival, but officials questioned...
Senescent Cells Misnamed: Time for a New Term
Another impressive study on the physiological functions of senescent cells, another reminder that cellular senescence is a misleading name. What should we call senescent cells instead?
Genomic Test Could Spare Millions of Breast Cancer Patients Chemotherapy
Millions of women with breast cancer could be spared chemotherapy with a groundbreaking genomic test, according to the results of a trial that could transform healthcare guidelines worldwide.
A Separate Pace
Pace Gallery opened three major May exhibitions in its Chelsea flagship: a solo show by emerging painter Kngwarray, a Julian Schnabel retrospective, and a David Hockney survey. The shows blend fresh talent with established masters, appealing to both younger collectors...
DJ Screw’s Long-Lost Mixtape Catalog Finally Lands on Streaming Services
Houston hip‑hop pioneer DJ Screw’s entire mixtape catalog is finally being released on major streaming services, starting with Originals Vol. 1. The estate will roll out additional tapes weekly through June, turning a fragmented, bootleg‑filled archive into an official digital library....
How the Success of D-Day Hinged on a Weather Forecast
The Allied invasion of Normandy on June 6, 1944 succeeded because a small team of meteorologists identified a brief weather window, prompting General Eisenhower to postpone the assault from June 5. British forecasters predicted stormy conditions, while an American team...
Becky G and Santana Paint the Harsh Realities of ICE Raids on ‘Mi Gran Amor’
Becky G and Carlos Santana have teamed up on the rock‑infused single “Mi Gran Amor,” a song that dramatizes the human cost of recent ICE raids. Produced by Grammy‑winner Edgar Barrera, the track was inspired by a friend’s detention and will channel...
Naomi Osaka’s ‘Fashion Show,’ Facial Tattoos Rev Up French Open Fashion
At the 2026 French Open, Naomi Osaka turned her first‑round match into a runway, unveiling an Eiffel Tower‑inspired golden Nike dress that sparked criticism for delaying play. Ukrainian player Oleksandra Oliynykova complemented her arm tattoos with temporary facial designs while...
THE DARKNESS's JUSTIN HAWKINS: 'I Think An Interactive OZZY OSBOURNE A.I. Is A Bit Of Fun For Fans'
Justin Hawkins weighed in on the upcoming Ozzy Osbourne AI avatar, a project spearheaded by the Osbourne family, Hyperreal and Proto Hologram. The avatar, built with Hyperreal’s patented Digital DNA process, will appear on life‑size Proto Luma holoportation units in...
Radiohead’s OK Computer Performed with Nintendo 64 Soundfonts
A new project called OK Nintendo reinterprets Radiohead’s 1997 masterpiece OK Computer using Nintendo 64 soundfonts and samples from games like Mario Kart. The album, arranged by the on4word collective, is available on Bandcamp alongside a companion release titled “Nintendo...
Teclistamab Extends Remission in Relapsed Myeloma, with 70% Progression-Free at 18 Months
A Phase III MajesTEC‑9 trial of the bispecific antibody teclistamab showed that 70% of relapsed multiple myeloma patients remained progression‑free after 18 months, far outpacing the 27% rate for standard therapies. Nearly two‑thirds of participants achieved complete remission, many reaching MRD‑negative status....
TOM and ROMAN MORELLO Team Up With SERJ TANKIAN For "Adjourn It"
Tom Morello teamed with his son Roman and System of a Down frontman Serj Tankian to release the politically charged single “Adjourn It.” The track, described as a “Freedom Song,” targets immigrant persecution and the rise of fascism, and its...
Nathan Evans Fox Reflects on Family and Faith on Heirloom
North Carolina‑born singer‑songwriter Nathan Evans Fox drops his new 12‑track LP *Heirloom* on May 29 through Free Dirt Records. The album weaves baritone‑rich folk, banjo‑driven country and pointed political satire, drawing on Fox’s upbringing in a mill‑town community and his recent transition...
Peter Chernin on ‘Backrooms’ and Where the Smart Money Is Going in Hollywood
In this episode, veteran media mogul Peter Chernin discusses the surprise box‑office success of the low‑budget horror film "Backrooms," which he co‑financed through Chernin Entertainment and A24, and explains how his company’s North Road division scouts and backs creator‑driven projects....
The Best Loafers for Women to Wear This Summer, From Classic Leather to Ruched Suede
The Lyst Index’s Q3 2025 report highlighted loafers as the season’s hottest shoe, with Saint Laurent’s Le Loafer and The Row’s Eel Loafer ranking among the top picks. The article surveys the most in‑demand women’s loafers for summer 2026, from ruched suede styles to...
At ASCO, Merck Makes Case for a ‘Cornerstone’ Cancer Drug
Merck is positioning sacituzumab tirumotecan (sac‑TMT), an ADC discovered by China’s Kelun‑Biotech, as a potential cornerstone therapy as its blockbuster Keytruda nears patent expiry. The drug entered a 17‑study Phase 3 program and showed a 65% reduction in disease progression or...
Breaking Down the Eerie Ending of Backrooms
Backrooms, A24’s horror debut directed by 20‑year‑old YouTube creator Kane Parsons, ends with therapist Mary escaping a monstrous version of Clark only to be captured by the secretive Async research group. The film’s climax reveals a distorted Still‑Life copy of...
CALEB SHOMO's Wife Addresses Him Coming Out; CIRCLE JERKS Asks MAGA Fan, "Do You Understand Our F*cking Lyrics?" & Other...
Metal veterans made headlines this week as Caleb Shomo of Beartooth publicly came out as gay and his wife issued a supportive response, while Circle Jerks frontman Keith Morris confronted a MAGA‑supporting heckler over lyrical meaning. Sepultura announced its final...
Work‑Related Stress, Anxiety and Burnout Redefine Canada’s Wellness Priorities
A nationwide analysis released today finds that work‑related stress, anxiety and burnout have become the primary wellness priorities for Canadian workers. The shift reflects remote‑work fatigue, staffing shortages and a broader cultural move toward proactive emotional health support.
Mexico Pushes Slow‑Travel, Wellness Retreats for Multigenerational Families in 2026
Mexico's tourism authority unveiled a 2026 program that repositions family vacations around slow travel, wellness‑focused itineraries and multigenerational luxury experiences. Resorts in key coastal regions are adding multi‑bedroom suites and dedicated wellness zones, while inland destinations receive new eco‑tourism incentives.
QOSHE Launches “The Return of Animism” To Map Rising Nature‑based Spirituality
QOSHE has published “The Return of Animism,” a long‑form essay by Katherine Dee that argues a growing cultural turn toward animistic spirituality is emerging as social‑media influence wanes. The piece situates the shift within broader debates about identity, technology and...
Monash Researchers Unveil Room‑Temperature Photonic Valleytronic Chip
Scientists at Monash University have built a compact chip that generates, directs and detects light‑based signals in a single device, operating at room temperature. The breakthrough, reported in Nature Photonics, could accelerate the shift toward photonic computing with lower energy...
Jewish Nonprofits Accelerate Leadership Succession Planning After 2014 Crisis Alert
Jewish nonprofit leaders are fast‑tracking formal succession plans after a 2014 study projected that three‑quarters of executives would leave within five to seven years. The move aims to build internal talent pipelines, reduce leadership gaps, and strengthen organizational resilience.
Experts Clash Over Kids' Creatine Use as New Data Raises Safety Questions
Influencers claim creatine boosts performance and cognition in children, while dietitians and pediatric experts warn that studies are tiny, short‑term, and funded by supplement makers. The debate intensifies as a 2026 epidemiology study shows a surge in youth creatine use.
Study Shows Parental Depression, Not Antidepressants, Drives Autism Risk
Researchers at the University of Hong Kong examined more than 25 million pregnancies and 37 studies, concluding that parental depression—not prenatal antidepressant use—is the main factor behind increased autism and ADHD diagnoses in children. The findings, published in The Lancet, shift...
Hantavirus Outbreak Threatens Ushuaia's Antarctic Cruise Hub
Argentina's health ministry has launched a hantavirus investigation in Ushuaia after a Dutch couple died in April, prompting travel agents to report rising cancellations. The outbreak threatens the city’s role as the primary departure point for Antarctic cruises, a vital...
North Dakota Mom Says Husband’s 12‑Hour Shifts Keep Her From Sharing Chores
Mary Ringler, 27, of North Dakota, says she doesn’t let her husband, Justin, do household chores because his 12‑to‑16‑hour workdays leave him too drained. She manages cleaning, cooking and childcare herself, a routine that has gone viral and ignited discussion...
Swatch and Audemars Piguet Unveil $400 Royal Pop Pocket Watch, the Year’s Boldest Luxury Release
Swatch and Audemars Piguet have launched the Royal Pop collection, a bioceramic pocket watch that reimagines the iconic Royal Oak design. Priced at just $400 and powered by a hand‑wound SISTEM51 movement, the collaboration has ignited polarized reactions among collectors...
Durutti Column Announces First New Album in 16 Years, ‘Renascent’
The Durutti Column have announced ‘Renascent’, their first album of original material in 16 years, slated for a July 31 release. The record follows a high‑profile tribute concert at Harry Styles’ Meltdown Festival, underscoring a renewed cultural spotlight on the Manchester...
Grimsby Dad Sees Breakthrough with Non‑verbal Son Using Makaton Signing System
Chris Jefferson, a Grimsby father, completed Makaton Level 1 and 2 and has used the system for three years to help his non‑verbal, severely autistic son Jake. The signing program has reduced Jake’s meltdowns and boosted interaction, highlighting the impact of parent‑led...
Dhurandhar 2 Nears ₹1,150 Crore ($139 M) Milestone Amid FWICE Ban
Ranveer Singh’s sequel ‘Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge’ is just ₹1.95 crore shy of a ₹1,150 crore domestic net, equivalent to roughly $139 million, while the Film Workers’ Union of India (FWICE) continues a non‑cooperation ban over a separate ‘Don 3’ controversy. The clash pits a...
King Charles Opens 'Venus' Garden at Windsor Castle, Transforming Historic Bowling Green
King Charles III has opened the Venus Garden at Windsor Castle, converting the former East Terrace bowling green into a biodiverse space inspired by the planet Venus after an 18‑month redesign. The project showcases the monarch’s eco‑focused vision and adds...
Dr. Becky Kennedy's Parenting Playbook Promises a Boost in Workplace Motivation
Dr. Becky Kennedy, the psychologist behind the Good Inside app, is urging managers to apply her "authority without aggression" parenting model to the workplace. The Marie Claire feature explains how the approach can create more motivated, resilient teams by balancing...
98‑Year‑Old Veteran Sets Wing‑Walking World Record, Raises $10K for Charity
World War II veteran Harry Heasman, aged 98, became the oldest male wing walker on May 23, standing on a moving aircraft over the British countryside. The stunt, verified by Guinness World Records, generated more than £8,000 (about $10,000) for...
Tetris Play Cuts PTSD Flashbacks by 30% in New Uppsala Study
Researchers at Uppsala University published in Nature that playing Tetris immediately after a traumatic event reduces intrusive memories by up to 30%. The finding positions a simple video game as a scalable mental‑health tool that could complement meditation‑based interventions.
Miami’s Michelin‑Starred Los Félix Opens One‑Month Pop‑Up at London’s The Ned
Miami‑based Los Félix, a Michelin‑starred Mexican restaurant, will debut a one‑month pop‑up at The Ned in London starting June 4. The residency highlights the rapid ascent of Mexican fine dining in the UK and underscores a growing appetite for cross‑continental culinary...