Inside The Making of Aditya Rikhari, Kutle Khan and Ravator’s ‘Ae Ajnabee’
Coke Studio Bharat’s Season 4 launches with “Ae Ajnabee,” a collaboration between pop hitmaker Aditya Rikhari, Rajasthani folk‑fusion vocalist Kutle Khan, and producer Ravator. The track merges Marwari folk vocals, classical sargam, and rock‑energy, backed by sarangi virtuoso Vanraj Shastri, drummer Suyash Gabriel and acoustic guitarist Solomon Konwar Rengma. Rikhari, who recently topped streaming charts with “Sahiba,” says the song captures the universal feeling of an “ajna‑bee” – a stranger who lingers in memory. The release underscores Coke Studio Bharat’s role as a platform that elevates regional Indian music into mainstream digital playlists.
Food Evolves Into Programmable Bioactive Layer for Health
There’s a shift happening in food that most people are still underestimating. Food is no longer just fuel. It is becoming a programmable layer on top of human biology. For decades, we’ve treated nutrition as static inputs. Calories in, calories out. Macros, vitamins,...
Earth May Have Formed From Two Separate Rings Around the Sun
New computer simulations suggest Earth and its neighboring rocky planets formed from two separate rings of material around the young Sun, rather than a single disc. The dual‑ring model better reproduces Earth’s mixed rock composition, corrects size discrepancies for Mercury...
Must Read: Courrèges' Artistic Director Exits, Advent International Acquires Salt & Stone
Nicolas Di Felice is departing Courrèges after five years as artistic director, with a successor to be named next week. Advent International has acquired a majority stake in body‑care brand Salt & Stone, aiming to accelerate retail and DTC growth. The Estée Lauder Companies and...
Cystitis or Tooth Decay Could Trigger Dementia Just a Few Years Later
Researchers in Finland analyzed health records of over 375,000 older adults and found that severe infections such as cystitis, pneumonia, and tooth decay significantly raise the risk of developing dementia within six years. The study identified 29 conditions linked to...
A Surprising Nutritional Fix For Teen Irritability (M)
Researchers have identified a nutritional intervention that markedly reduces irritability in teenagers. In a double‑blind, eight‑week trial involving 200 adolescents, a daily 300 mg magnesium supplement lowered irritability scores by roughly 30% compared with placebo. The study also noted that participants...
Netflix Sets ‘13 Going on 30’ Movie Reboot; Emily Bader and Logan Lerman To Headline
Netflix has officially entered development on a reboot of the 2004 rom‑com *13 Going on 30*, attaching rising stars Emily Bader and Logan Lerman as leads and enlisting original star Jennifer Garner as an executive producer. Veteran Netflix director Brett...
Beer Is A Boozy Mac And Cheese Booster — Here's The Easy Way To Add It In
Adding a splash of beer to mac and cheese can deepen the sauce’s flavor without making the dish taste like beer. Food creator Jamie Milne advises swapping a quarter‑cup of milk for an equal amount of beer while making the...
Why Vivid Dreams Make for Better Sleep
A new study published in PLOS Biology reveals that vivid, immersive REM dreams make sleepers feel deeper rest, even when objective sleep metrics remain unchanged. Researchers at Italy’s IMT School for Advanced Studies Lucca monitored 44 adults with high‑density EEG,...
Inside Man at 20: How Spike Lee Put a Crew Together to Pull Off a Brilliant Heist
Spike Lee’s 2006 heist thriller *Inside Man* marks its 20‑year anniversary, showcasing a rare convergence of A‑list talent—Denzel Washington, Clive Owen, Jodie Foster, Willem Dafoe—and Lee’s signature visual flair. The film weaves classic robbery mechanics with pointed social commentary, from...
MoMI’s First Look Festival Sets ‘Silent Friend,’ ‘Carousel,’ and Isabel Sandoval’s New Film ‘Moonglow’
The Museum of the Moving Image’s First Look Festival returns for its 15th edition, running April 23 through May 3, 2026 in Queens. The program features 21 feature films and experimental shorts, opening with James N. Kienitz Wilkins’s “The Misconceived” and closing with Isabel Sandoval’s...
A Charming Illinois Village Near Rockford Is A Historic Gem With A Walkable Downtown, Shops, And Nature Preserves
Rockton, Illinois, a village of under 8,000 residents, offers a walkable historic downtown filled with mid‑19th‑century limestone buildings and boutique shops. The town hosts a series of seasonal festivals, from the whimsical Mae Day Faerie Festival to the pelican‑celebrating Rockton...
Crunchyroll Unveils Massive Spring 2026 Anime Lineup Including “Witch Hat Atelier,” “Dorohedoro” Season 2, “One Piece,” And More
Crunchyroll revealed its Spring 2026 anime slate, debuting on March 28 with more than 30 titles across genres. The lineup mixes heavyweight continuations—including One Piece’s Elbaph Arc, Dorohedoro Season 2, and Re:ZERO Season 4—with fresh series such as Witch Hat Atelier and Snowball Earth. Weekly simulcasts...
This Show Paints a Then-and-Now Portrait of Black Life in the US
The Center for Art and Advocacy is hosting “A Language We Share: Beverly Price and Gordon Parks,” a dual exhibition that juxtaposes Price’s contemporary portraits of Black Washington, D.C., with Gordon Parks’ historic photographs. The show presents a visual dialogue...
Listen: Gregg Allman Band Live Album ‘Great As Ever’ Previewed by First Single “Don’t Want You No More”
Gregg Allman's posthumous label Sawrite Records will issue *Great As Ever: Live In Philadelphia ’86* on April 10, featuring a previously unreleased 13‑track concert recorded January 11, 1986. The first single, a live rendition of “Don’t Want You No More,”...
Oxygen Advantage® Method Vs. Mindfulness: Key Differences Explained
The Oxygen Advantage® Method is a science‑based breathing system that retrains nasal, functional breathing to increase carbon‑dioxide tolerance and improve oxygen delivery, whereas mindfulness uses breath as a neutral anchor for present‑moment awareness. By deliberately lowering breathing volume and incorporating...
Honest Failure Stories Build Trust and Accelerate Growth
DO. FAIL. LEARN. Failure isn’t the end. It’s how we get better. And I’ve had my fair share of it over the years. Startups don’t always succeed, but how you talk about the journey matters. Building a startup is hard, harder...
Shangri-La Frontier Season 3 Finally Gets a Release Date... In 2027
The fantasy anime *Shangri‑La Frontier* has announced that its third season will debut in January 2027, extending the gap since the season‑2 finale in March 2025. The official site also revealed a new character visual to tide over fans during the wait....
After 30 Years, Nordlys Find the Light in the Darkness on “Lichterglanz Finsternis” (Interview)
Nordlys finally issued its long‑awaited debut, *Lichterglanz Finsternis*, a record that condenses three decades of unreleased material into a cohesive black‑metal statement. The album refines the raw guitar work and shrill vocals of the band’s early demos into melodic, gravel‑toned...
Roger Ebert Gave This Devastating 2006 Ryan Gosling Drama A Perfect Score
Roger Ebert awarded a perfect four‑star rating to Ryan Fleck’s 2006 drama Half Nelson, praising its raw portrayal of a troubled teacher and his unlikely friendship with a student. The film propelled a 26‑year‑old Ryan Gosling to an Academy Award...
Can An Electric Snowmobile Become The Tesla Of Winter Tourism?
Taiga Motors, a Canadian firm, has launched three electric snowmobile models aimed at European ski resorts seeking to cut greenhouse‑gas emissions. To date, the company has shipped roughly 2,000 units across France, Norway and other Alpine markets. While the upfront...
Comfort First: Using Massage to Make Pumping Easier
A new wave of wearable breast pumps integrates gentle vibration, warmth and adjustable massage modes to make milk expression more comfortable and efficient. The technology mimics a baby’s early suckling pattern, promoting oxytocin release and opening milk ducts before suction...
They’ll Be Cool Soon (and That’s A Tragedy)
The Daily Dad essay reminds parents that children’s carefree exuberance fades quickly as social norms and self‑consciousness take hold. It urges adults to savor spontaneous moments—singing, dancing, bold dress—while they still occur. To reinforce this message, the author offers a...
Ministers Confirm Heat Pump Targets as Climate Plan Unveiled
Scotland’s new 15‑year climate change plan sets a 10‑year horizon before a major heat‑pump rollout, aiming to replace gas and oil boilers by 2045. The plan projects roughly $54 billion in financial benefits and cost savings through 2040, but campaigners argue...
Get 25% Off “The Intrigue” Pre‑Order Now
It's that time of the year when every author posts about the 25% off B&N pre-order sale. The details: BN Members, online only 3/24-3/26, 25% off list price at checkout with coupon code PREORDER25 on ebooks, audiobooks, and physical books....
The Coolest Way to Stay in Wine Country? Checking Into One of These Wineries with Lodging
Wine tourism is evolving as several Napa and Sonoma wineries now offer on‑site lodging, allowing guests to sleep among the vines. Properties such as Limerick Lane Cellars, Bricoleur Vineyards, Sttupa Estate and Jordan Vineyard provide private suites, villas, and club‑member...
Marina Raphael On Designing With Intention and Why Sustainability Is the Future of Fashion
Marina Raphael sat down with Marie Claire UK to explain how her eponymous label is embedding intentional design into every collection. She detailed a shift toward zero‑waste pattern cutting, the use of certified recycled fibers, and a roadmap to make 50% of...
Meet an Olympian & See the Flaming Lips: Jackson Hole's Rendezvous Fest Guide
Jackson Hole Mountain Resort’s Rendezvous Music Festival returns March 27‑28, 2026, celebrating the ski area’s 60th anniversary with a revamped format. The weekend opens with a free Souls of Mischief concert, followed by a gold‑gondola unveiling honoring Olympic gold‑medalist Breezy...
Clara Obligado Leads Three-Day Latin American Lit Series
Join XAB author Clara Obligado for a special three-day literature series, presented by the MFA in Spanish Creative Writing and the Department of Spanish and Portuguese @UIowa, with support from the International Writing Program (@UIIWP) and the English Department. Tuesday, March...
Fatherhood: Tough Challenges, Unmatched Joy
Being a dad is hard but it’s one of the best things ever. ( cc @brentrichard_ )
8 Habits That Look Productive But Secretly Kill Growth8 Habits That Look Productive But Secretly Kill Growth
The blog warns that many ambitious professionals mistake busy‑work for genuine progress, highlighting eight counter‑productive habits that masquerade as productivity. It illustrates how overplanning and obsessive note‑taking create a false sense of achievement while actual results remain stagnant. By exposing...
Claude Live-Codes Music with Strudel, Gains Speed
Been experimenting recently with making Claude live code music with Strudel / TidalCycles. A bit slow at first, but things pick up around ~2:00. https://t.co/O9AE1tIlyE
Compassion and Gratitude Matter when Answers Elude Us
You may not always be able to figure out why something happened or why life is the way it is. What you need is compassion and appreciation for showing up. https://t.co/BhYySolJCs
A Look at the New Metolius Climber’s Edge Hangboard
Metolius has launched the Climber’s Edge Training Board, a complete redesign of its Wood Grips line that shifts emphasis from pockets to a comprehensive edge suite. The 23.6‑inch wide, 6.3‑inch tall board features six edge widths (7.5 mm‑20 mm), a 40 mm round...
De La Soul and Chaka Khan Unite on Late‑
De La Soul performing "All Good?" with Chaka Khan on the Late Late Show With Craig Kilborn (2000) https://t.co/mjsRHxASjt
Make “No” Your Default to Protect Focus
“What I've learned over the years is that I basically have to make 'no' my default answer.” — Cal Newport
Oteil & Friends Expand Tour, Add New Appearances Slated for August
Oteil & Friends announced six additional concert dates for early August, extending their summer tour from Asheville, N.C. to Canandaigua, N.Y. The new stops include venues in Nantucket, South Deerfield, Nashua, Jay (Vermont) and Lincoln Hill Farms. The expanded itinerary...
Live Abroad for Under $1,000: Top Affordable Cities
Affordable Expat-Friendly Cities An overview of expat-friendly cities around the world known for their affordability, where a monthly budget of under $1,000 (in $USD). 👉 https://t.co/KNVpb7bfGT #solotravel #solotraveler #solotraveling #travelingsolo #travelingalone #travel
Beat Solo Travel Fatigue with Simple Self‑Care Strategies
How to Deal with Travel Fatigue as a Solo Traveler https://t.co/ZlhGZdDcfP #solotravel #solotraveler #solotraveling #travelingsolo #travelingalone #travel
Samsung SmartThings Car-to-Home Service Is Finally Here
Samsung and Hyundai Motor Group have rolled out the SmartThings Car‑to‑Home service, enabling drivers of eligible Hyundai and Kia vehicles to control select Samsung home appliances from the car’s infotainment screen. The feature, which complements the Home‑to‑Car functionality launched last...
New Book Offers Fresh Insight on Inflation Expectations
Perfect timing for a new book on inflation expectations. https://t.co/CpPzlHzxxf by Olivier Coibion and Yuriy Gorodnichenko https://t.co/Cy5qOH9CED
True Transformation Frees You From Others' Opinions
Transformation means your way of being is not determined by people's opinions or presence. #SadhguruWisdom https://t.co/aD1xJcRNIz
Science Says: These Foods Steal Your Deep Sleep (M)
Recent research highlights that everyday foods such as caffeine, alcohol, sugary snacks, and heavy meals can significantly impair deep, restorative sleep. Consuming these items close to bedtime disrupts the body’s circadian rhythm and reduces the proportion of slow‑wave sleep. The...
Tucked Between Kansas City And Wichita Is An Artificial Lake Known For Fishing And Camping
John Redmond Reservoir, an artificial lake built in the 1950s on Kansas' Flint Hills, has become a popular weekend getaway for fishing, birdwatching and camping. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers manages the site, offering low‑cost day‑use and campground fees....
Dodge Durango Brings Back the 6.4-Liter Hemi With R/T 392 Launch Edition
Dodge revives the 6.4‑liter Hemi V‑8 in the 2026 Durango R/T 392 Launch Edition, positioning it between the standard 5.7‑liter Hemi and the supercharged 6.2‑liter Hellcat. The model starts at $51,990 plus a $1,995 destination fee, offering 475 hp, 470 lb‑ft of torque,...
Mary in the Junkyard Unveil Details of Debut Album ‘Role Model Hermit’
London experimental art‑rock trio mary in the junkyard announced their debut album Role Model Hermit, slated for release on July 3, 2026 via AMF Records. The band unveiled the lead single “Crash Landing,” accompanied by a video directed by Maisy Banks and...
A24 Readies Spike Lee’s ‘Highest 2 Lowest’ 4K UHD Blu-Ray Disc Release
A24 announced that pre‑orders are open for Spike Lee’s 2025 crime drama Highest 2 Lowest on 4K UHD Blu‑ray, with shipments slated for April 2026. The film earned roughly $1.5 million in a limited North American theatrical run. The disc will feature a making‑of...
Concussions Predict Depression, Anxiety in Athletes
A Neurology study of 3,910 former college athletes found that those with three or more lifetime concussions exhibited significantly higher anxiety, depression, and related symptom scores five years after graduation. About 36% of participants reported at least one concussion, and...
CSA Announces $3.6M Opportunity for Life Sciences Research on the ISS
The Canadian Space Agency (CSA) has launched a $3.6 million CAD (≈ $2.6 million USD) Announcement of Opportunity to fund health and life‑sciences research on the International Space Station. Up to $900,000 CAD (≈ $660,000 USD) per project will be awarded to Canadian teams...