Super Mario Galaxy Movie Sets April Opening Record with $34 Million Debut
Illumination, Nintendo and Universal’s Super Mario Galaxy Movie pulled in $34 million on its opening Wednesday, eclipsing the previous April record and becoming the strongest opening day of the year. The box‑office surge arrives alongside a split critical response, underscoring the franchise’s commercial muscle and the ongoing debate over video‑game adaptations.
Greek Monks' Six‑Week Lenten Fast Serves as Blueprint for Modern Healthy Eating
At the Monastery of St. Augustine and Seraphim in central Greece, monks follow a six‑week, oil‑free, plant‑based Lenten fast that nutritionists cite as a practical template for contemporary diet motivation. The practice blends spiritual discipline with culinary creativity, prompting retailers...
Josh Liendo Breaks 40‑Second Barrier Twice, Wins Fourth Straight NCAA 100‑Yard Freestyle
Josh Liendo of the University of Florida posted a 39.91‑second 100‑yard freestyle at the NCAA Championships in Atlanta, making him the first swimmer to dip under 40 seconds more than once. The win secured his fourth consecutive NCAA title and...
30-Day Mindfulness App Sharply Improves Visual Processing Speed in Adults
Researchers at the University of Southern California reported that a month of guided mindfulness meditation via a mobile app accelerated visual processing and eye‑movement initiation in young, middle‑aged and older adults. The peer‑reviewed eNeuro paper highlights a measurable cognitive gain...
James Beard Awards to Stay in Chicago Through 2028, Cementing City’s Culinary Clout
The James Beard Foundation confirmed that the 2026 awards ceremony—and all subsequent ceremonies through 2028—will be held in Chicago. The decision coincides with three local chefs being named finalists, underscoring the city’s growing influence in American gastronomy.
Strava Limits Premium Membership to Elite Athletes with New Performance Standards
Strava announced that users must meet specific race‑time standards to keep a premium subscription, costing roughly $11 USD per month. The move aims to preserve the platform’s elite reputation but has ignited controversy among casual athletes.
Case Western Study Finds NMN and NR May Shield Pancreatic Cancer Cells From Chemotherapy
Researchers at Case Western Reserve University reported that nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN) and nicotinamide riboside (NR) can help pancreatic cancer cells survive standard chemotherapy, raising safety concerns for patients and the biohacking community that widely uses these supplements.
Venice Biennale Sets 'In Minor Keys' Theme, Faces Artist Protest Over Israeli Pavilion
The Venice Biennale has unveiled the theme "In Minor Keys" for its 61st International Art Exhibition and opened its call for artists. Simultaneously, a coalition of invited artists and curators has publicly demanded that the Biennale revoke its decision to...
NR0B2 Is Protective of Cartilage, But Expression Decreases as Osteoarthritis Progresses
Researchers identified the orphan nuclear receptor NR0B2 (also known as SHP) as a protective factor in cartilage, with its expression markedly reduced in osteoarthritic tissue. In male mice, global or chondrocyte‑specific deletion of Nr0b2 worsened pain and joint damage after...
India to Replace 10% Conventional Fertilisers with Nano Products in 3-4 Yrs, Says IFFCO MD Patel
Indian fertilizer giant IFFCO reported an 8% rise in profit before tax for FY 26, with earnings reaching roughly ₹4,106 crore (about $495 million), surpassing its FY 22‑23 record. The cooperative announced a plan to replace 10% of India’s conventional urea and DAP consumption...
New Trailer and Poster for László Nemes’ ORPHAN
László Nemes, the Hungarian auteur behind the Oscar‑nominated "Son of Saul," has unveiled a new trailer and poster for his next feature, "Orphan," his first film since 2018’s "Sunset." Set in 1957 Budapest after the anti‑communist uprising, the drama follows...
British Actor and Writer Ryan Enever Announces Debut Novel Sins of Our Sons
British actor and writer Ryan Enever is set to debut his first novel, *Sins of Our Sons*, with eBook pre‑orders now on Amazon and paperback and hardback hitting shelves on 24 April 2026. The gritty crime story follows Daniel Davies, a father who...
Best Vintage-Inspired Dresses for Every Occasion
Vintage-inspired dresses are back in full force, with modern retailers reproducing 1950s‑through‑1980s silhouettes that flatter a range of body types. Key details—silhouette, print, neckline, and fabric weight—determine whether a piece truly echoes a decade or merely feels retro. Mid‑length (midi)...
InterContinental San Francisco Hosts Culinary Clash, Elevating Hotel‑Based Culinary Training
The InterContinental San Francisco turned its Luce Room into a high‑stakes kitchen for the annual Culinary Clash, pairing City College of San Francisco culinary students with the hotel’s chefs. The competition, now in its second decade, showcases how hotels are becoming...
Miyamoto Vows to Pack Pikmin Into Every Nintendo Product, From Movies to Merch
At a press interview in Kyoto, Nintendo legend Shigeru Miyamoto announced his mission to embed Pikmin across every Nintendo‑branded product, from the upcoming Super Mario Galaxy Movie to future games and merchandise. The pledge comes as the sequel cements a...
25 Simple Ways To Return To Your Body When You Feel Disconnected
Sarah Regan’s mindbodygreen piece outlines 25 practical ways to reconnect with the body when the nervous system feels dysregulated. Experts Holly Richmond, Ph.D., and Babita Spinelli, L.P. differentiate up‑regulating tactics—like cold showers and brisk movement—to lift low energy, from down‑regulating...
Being Neurodivergent Is One of the Most Powerful Hidden Advantages You'll Ever Have
The article argues that neurodivergent traits such as hyper‑focus, pattern recognition and lateral thinking are hidden competitive advantages rather than deficits. It cites examples from entertainment (Anthony Hopkins), technology consulting (Alix Generous) and scientific research to show how these traits...
A 91-Year-Old’s Passover Choice in Wartime Israel
During the first night of Passover, Iran launched its largest missile barrage on Israel since the war began, while Hezbollah fired rockets from Lebanon, prompting nationwide sirens. In this context, 91‑year‑old Gidon faced a personal dilemma: travel to a family...
NASA's Artemis II Returns After 10‑Day Moon Flyby, First Deep‑Space Toilet in Action
NASA’s Artemis II mission successfully completed a 10‑day lunar flyby, carrying four astronauts and the program’s first deep‑space toilet. The crew overcame a malfunction in the new waste‑management system, marking a key step toward sustained human presence on the Moon.
Divide Perennials for Free Plants
A gardener explains how dividing herbaceous perennials creates free, fully‑grown plants. By cutting an existing plant into multiple sections, hundreds of new specimens have been produced over five years, saving roughly a thousand pounds. The method works best with long‑lived...
UCCA to Launch New Outpost in Guangzhou
UCCA Center for Contemporary Art announced its first South China outpost, UCCA OneM, in Guangzhou. The venue will occupy the OneM Center’s Pazhou CBD complex, famed for a Guinness‑record 31‑meter red steel staircase. Partnering with local nonprofit OneM, the space...
Gok Wan Fronts New JD Williams Campaign with Charity Partner Macmillan
N Brown Group's JD Williams has launched its spring/summer 2026 WE SEE YOU campaign, fronted by Gok Wan and partnered with Macmillan Cancer Support. The third installment targets mid‑life women, a traditionally underserved segment. Proceeds from Wan’s charity single “Deeper Love,” aired April‑June, will support Macmillan....
FDA Grants Fast Track Approval to Eli Lilly's $149‑$349 Daily Weight‑Loss Pill Foundayo
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has granted expedited approval to Eli Lilly's oral GLP‑1 weight‑loss pill, Foundayo, priced between $149 and $349 per month. The decision pits Lilly against Novo Nordisk’s injectable and oral options and could reshape obesity...
‘In a Room of One Thousand Buddhas’
Monica Sok, a Cambodian‑American poet, uses her debut collection A Nail the Evening Hangs On to confront the trauma of the Khmer Rouge genocide and critique U.S. foreign policy. The poem "In a Room of One Thousand Buddhas" weaves Buddhist...
Baked Cheesy Smoked Haddock and Lemon Icebox Pudding: Henry Harris’ Alternative Easter Lunch
Chef Henry Harris presents an alternative Easter lunch featuring baked cheesy smoked haddock and a lemon icebox pudding. The haddock dish uses sustainably sourced, thick fillets, French crème fraîche, and a blend of Parmesan, Comté, with optional leeks or potatoes,...
House in Penumbra / Teleno Studio
Casa en Penumbra, a 56 m² Madrid apartment renovated by Antonio Cordero Castro and Cristian Álvarez Blanco, redefines a historic 19th‑century unit through a compact oak core that houses the bedroom and bathroom. The surrounding program—kitchen, dining, living and storage—flows around...
“He May Be Alluding to Life, the Universe or a Balance Sheet, for All the Listener Knows”: The 1980 Album...
New Musik’s 1980 debut album “From A To B” delivered three Top‑20 singles and positioned the band at the crossroads of progressive rock and emerging synth‑pop. Frontman Tony Mansfield acted as both songwriter and sound architect, employing early Korg, Roland,...
Co-Founder of Iconic Korean Tofu House Dies at 88
Co‑founder Tae‑ro Lee, who helped popularize spicy silken‑tofu stew soondubu jigae, died on March 8 at age 88. He and his late wife Hee‑sook opened the first BCD Tofu House in Los Angeles’ Koreatown in 1996, a restaurant that has grown...
Happiness Break: Make Uncertainty Part of the Process
The latest "Happiness Break" episode features poet‑author Yrsa Daley‑Ward leading a short meditation that frames uncertainty and silence as fertile ground for personal growth. The six‑step practice guides listeners through stillness, naming doubt, and ending with self‑compassion. By blending poetic...
Hormel Names New Food Safety Leader
Hormel Foods announced that long‑time vice president of global food safety and quality management Richard Carlson will retire after a 35‑year tenure. Jeremiah Johnson, a 20‑year Hormel veteran and current director of food safety management, will succeed him as vice...
Lucy Liyou Breaks Free in Visceral “Mister Cobra” Performance
Lucy Liyou’s "Mister Cobra" at Performance Space New York fused live music, film, and 3‑D avatar combat into a visceral, blood‑splattered finale. The show acted as a live rollout for her upcoming MR COBRA album, featuring collaborators like Nick Zanca and Laura...
New York Restaurants April 2026: Where To Go
April 2026’s New York restaurant roundup showcases a blend of classic and innovative dining experiences. Jacques Brasserie celebrates its 30‑year milestone with timeless French dishes, while The Commerce Inn offers early‑American fare that falls short of distinction. Unglo Thai BBQ...
Kevin Fedarko on A WALK IN THE PARK
In this episode of Poured Over, journalist Kevin Fedarko discusses his memoir A Walk in the Park, which recounts his 2015–2016 attempt to traverse the Grand Canyon on foot—a project originally intended as a National Geographic article for the National...
"Really, Really Deep": Michigan Ski Resort To Stay Open Through Mother's Day
Mount Bohemia on Michigan’s Keweenaw Peninsula announced it will remain open through Mother’s Day on May 10, extending its season beyond the typical April close. The resort has accumulated more than 300 inches of snow this year, creating a deep base...
Scientists Cured Type 1 Diabetes in Mice by Creating a Blended Immune System
Scientists have cured type 1 diabetes in mice by creating a blended, or chimeric, immune system that tolerates transplanted insulin‑producing cells without lifelong immunosuppression. The protocol combines donor bone‑marrow stem cells, islet cells, low‑dose radiation, antibodies and the drug baricitinib, allowing...
In a Sea of Bakeries and Pizzerias, This San Pedro Standout Is in a League of Its Own
Colossus Harbor opened on Valentine’s Day 2025 in the Vivo on Harbor luxury complex, marking the third location for Kristin Colazas Rodriguez’s bread‑centric brand. The 700‑square‑foot venue blends a morning bakery‑café, a lunch‑focused sandwich shop, and an evening pizzeria, all...
Lady Gaga Becomes Zendaya in Fully Sheer Alexander McQueen Dress
Pop icon Lady Gaga posted a TikTok showcasing Alexander McQueen’s sheer floral dress from the Fall/Winter 2026 collection, echoing a look previously worn by Zendaya on Jimmy Kimmel Live. The gown features delicate pastel prints, a halter neckline, and flowing ruffles, while Gaga pairs...
This Is Critical For Skin Regeneration & No One Is Talking About It
At the 2026 Revitalize summit, Mayo Clinic’s Dr. Saranya Wyles highlighted mitochondrial health as the primary driver of skin regeneration, explaining that mitochondria act as the skin’s energy battery. Declining mitochondrial function—exacerbated by age, UV exposure, pollution, and poor sleep—manifests...
Comfort Stalls Growth; Leaders Must Rethink Success
“It’s working. Why change it?” That mindset kills more progress than failure ever will. I’ve seen it often: Something works → results come in → comfort sets in And slowly, building turns into protecting. The shift is subtle: From “What’s possible?” To “What’s safe?” That’s where growth stalls. Strong...
Collagen Vs. Colostrum: Benefits, Differences & How to Choose
Collagen and colostrum are two fast‑growing supplements that target different aspects of health. Collagen peptides deliver the amino acids needed for skin elasticity, joint comfort and lean‑mass support, backed by over a hundred clinical studies. Colostrum, derived from bovine milk,...
Weekly Review: Luna Omakase
London’s Luna Omakase, tucked inside the Les Mochis cocktail bar, offers a 12‑seat, 12‑course tasting menu that blends traditional Japanese sushi with subtle Mexican influences. The experience, led by Executive Chef Leonard Tanyag and sommelier Greg Anyanwu, includes curated sake,...
Rare Basquiat Works Unite in Major Miami Exhibition
Pérez Art Museum Miami will open Basquiat: Figures, Signs, Symbols on June 25, 2026, showcasing nine paintings and a sculpture from the Kenneth C. Griffin Collection. The exhibition, co‑curated by director Franklin Sirmans and Megan Kincaid, aligns with the FIFA World Cup to...
TNO Claims ‘World’s First’ Perovskite Solar Roof Tile
Dutch research institute TNO, together with thin‑film specialist ASAT, unveiled what it calls the world’s first perovskite solar roof tile. The flexible perovskite module delivers 13.8% efficiency on foil and 12.4% after being bonded to a curved composite tile. TNO...
Live TTC Yoga & Support for Fertility Success
Trying to conceive… but feeling confused, stressed, or alone? You’re not the only one 🤍 Many women struggle with: Irregular cycles PCOS Stress & overthinking And keep trying… without clear guidance. That’s exactly why I created this 🌸 • 5 days/week live TTC yoga • Fertility-friendly diet guidance • Cycle...
Delhi's Greenery Defies Media's Chaotic Stereotype
A takeaway from Delhi. Don't believe the imagery media pumps in your head. This city has way more greenery, public spaces, parks, etc than I ever imagined. Far more than most European cities. Is there chaos? Yes. But about 10% of what...
This Is The Most Widely Used Vegetable Oil But Is It Bad For You?
Palm oil, the world’s most widely used vegetable oil, appears in roughly half of processed foods and many personal‑care products. Refined palm oil dominates Western diets, offering a high smoke point but lacking the carotenoids found in red, unrefined oil....
Hope and Conservation: Ami Vitale on Extinction
A New Episode of Beyond the Lens is now LIVE ⚡️ 113. Ami Vitale: National Geographic Explorer At Large On Przewalski’s Horses, Jane Goodall’s Legacy, And Finding Hope In The Face Of Extinction Listen on Apple...
3 Foundational Ways To Recover Faster From Exercise, According To Experts
Experts emphasize that recovery, not just training, drives fitness gains. Exercise scientist Rachelle Reed outlines a simple equation—training stress plus recovery equals adaptation—and highlights three foundational pillars: sufficient sleep, targeted post‑workout nutrition, and heat therapy. Adequate 7‑9 hours of deep...
Art Lovers Movie Club: The Archive
Art Review has launched an online archive for its Art Lovers Movie Club, cataloguing monthly artist video screenings from 2020 through 2026. The collection features works by a diverse roster of international creators, ranging from emerging talents like Gê Viana...
The Gift of a Canceled Meeting
A recent study by Rutgers Business School finds that when a scheduled meeting is cancelled, employees perceive the reclaimed hour as longer than unscheduled free time. The perception shift stems from altered expectations about constant busyness. Participants who learned their...