Chloé Zhao on “Hamnet,” Which Is Nominated for Eight Academy Awards
Chloé Zhao, the second woman ever to win Best Director, is back on the Oscar shortlist with her adaptation of Maggie O'Farrell’s novel “Hamnet.” The film, starring Paul Mescal and Jessie Buckley, has secured eight Academy Award nominations, including Best Picture, Best Actress, and Best Director. In a recent interview, Zhao highlighted the film’s reliance on nature imagery and drew parallels between adapting a literary work and handling a Marvel intellectual property. The segment originally aired on December 5, 2025.
24 Mice Launched to Orbit in 2023. What Happened to Their Bodies Could Help Humans Better Survive in Space
In 2023, NASA and JAXA sent 24 mice to the International Space Station on a SpaceX Falcon 9, exposing them to four artificial gravity levels for about four weeks. The study, published in Science Advances, found that mice maintained muscle function...
Architect Bob Hale’s House of Love in L.A. Just Listed for $5.3 Million
Architect Bob Hale’s personal residence, the Beit Ha‑Ahava, has been relisted in Los Angeles for just under $5.3 million after a brief price reduction from $5.7 million. The 5,300‑square‑foot, five‑bedroom home in Cheviot Hills showcases perforated aluminum panels etched with the Hebrew...
Slow, Paused Breathing Calms a Busy Mind
Calm a busy mind with this breath meditation: Breathe in fully. Belly then rib cage expand. Exhale, rib cage and belly fall. Draw navel toward the spine. Pay attention to the pause after each exhale. A momentary stillness. KEY is to...
Spectrum of Hyperarousal: Seven Distinct Types of Tension Identified
Researchers at the Netherlands Institute for Neuroscience dissected the vague construct of hyperarousal and identified seven distinct dimensions—anxious, somatic, sensitive, sleep‑related, irritable, vigilant, and sudomotor—across a cohort of 467 adults. A concise 27‑item Transdiagnostic Hyperarousal Dimensions Questionnaire (THDQ) was created,...
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What to Expect at NA Meetings
NA (Narcotics Anonymous) operates a global 12‑step recovery network, offering roughly 67,000 free, anonymous meetings in 139 countries. Meetings can be open or closed, follow structured formats such as speaker or open discussion, and often involve sponsors guiding newcomers through...
Baby Queen Has Released ‘Feel Something’, Exploring the Thrill of a Forbidden Romance
Baby Queen released the single “Feel Something” through Insanity Records, marking the second track from her forthcoming, untitled second studio album. The song delves into the excitement of a forbidden romance, highlighting desire that overpowers common sense. It follows the...
283: How Will Project Hail Mary Make the Leap From Book to Silver Screen?
In this episode, host Beth Mund reviews Andy Weir's novel *Project Hail Mary* and speculates on how its three central "characters"—the brilliant but socially awkward Dr. Ryland Grace, the lovable alien Rocky, and the abstract yet pivotal force of time—will...
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Can Your Attachment Style Change?
Attachment styles, traditionally viewed as fixed, can evolve through conscious effort and supportive environments. Therapists like Rachel Goldberg and Katelyn Kivett highlight that self‑awareness, skill development, and exposure to securely attached partners foster "earned secure" attachment. Research from the Minnesota...
Super Shoes & Running Form: What the Science Actually Says
Since Nike introduced the Vaporfly in 2016, carbon‑plated “super shoes” have accelerated marathon times and reshaped performance benchmarks. Their ultra‑soft foam, high stack height, and stiff carbon fiber plates alter foot‑strike patterns, shifting load toward the forefoot and changing ankle...
St. Patrick’s Day Recipes to Celebrate with Flavor
St.Patrick’s Day is coming up. Use this list from @foodandwine to make something good. https://www.foodandwine.com/st-patricks-day-recipes-11920564
Do More People Write Poetry than Read It?
The claim that more people write poetry than read it is disproved by recent data. The National Endowment for the Arts reports that 9‑12% of American adults—roughly 30‑40 million people—engage with poetry, while UK sales exceed one million poetry books annually....
7 Unexpected Paint Colors West Coast Designers Secretly Love
West Coast interior designers are moving beyond the region’s stereotypical neutrals, embracing a curated palette of unexpected hues. The article highlights seven specific paint colors—from Farrow & Ball’s Down Pipe gray to Benjamin Moore’s Rosepine sage—that designers use to add...
Exploring “TV Brain” Prose and Novel Interiorities
Had a great time chatting with Austin Wilson about novel writing, interiority, and what I’ve called “TV brain” prose. Give it a listen here: https://substack.com/home/post/p-190857559
Anitta Accuses Former Team Members of Leaking Shelved ‘Ta Na Mira’ Video From 2013
Brazilian pop star Anitta announced that a long‑shelved music video for her 2013 track “Tá Na Mira” was leaked online without her consent. The three‑minute clip, filmed in 2014, shows Anitta handcuffed in a gritty interrogation scene before breaking free...
Brandi Carlile Adds Summer & Fall North American The Human Tour Dates
Brandi Carlile announced a second North American leg of The Human Tour, adding 21 shows from August 13 to September 22, 2026. The itinerary spans the Northeast, Midwest, South, and West Coast, ending at San Diego's Rady Shell. A rotating...
Method Acting By Lee Ki-Hyuk Trailer
Lee Dong‑hwi headlines Lee Ki‑hyuk’s directorial debut “Method Acting,” a meta‑drama about a washed‑up comic actor using method techniques to reshape his image. The film pairs Dong‑hwi with Yoon Kyung‑ho and Kang Chan‑hee and follows his quest to play a...
Wiz Khalifa Shares Artists Who Inspired Him and Why the Newer Generation Deserves More Patience
Wiz Khalifa opened up about the hip‑hop canon that shaped his sound, naming East Coast heavyweights like Wu‑Tang, Nas, Biggie and the flamboyant Dipset crew as key inspirations. He credits Cam’ron’s daring flow and the lyrical depth of Talib Kweli,...
The Pretty Reckless Announce ‘Dear God’ World Tour
The Pretty Reckless announced a 31‑stop “Dear God” world tour in 2026 to promote their new album of the same name. The North American leg kicks off July 10 in Raleigh and runs through September 26, hitting venues such as...
Posture Reveals Your Body’s Survival Mode
Here’s the “my body is patterned into survival mode” starter pack: • Clenched jaw • Shoulders hiked toward your ears • Short and tight hip flexors • Breathing locked in the upper chest. It doesn’t happen from “bad habits.” They're postural signatures of incomplete survival...
The Next Best Picture Podcast – Interview With “Undertone” Filmmaker Ian Tuason
Canadian horror debut "Undertone", written and directed by Ian Tuason, premiered at Fantasia Fest on July 27, 2025. The film stars Nina Kiri and Adam DiMarco but shows only two characters on‑screen, using off‑screen voices and meticulous sound design to...
Blinkink’s Léa Esmaili Directs ‘She Knows Too Much’ for Mac Miller and Thundercat
Blinkink has unveiled a mixed‑media animated music video titled “She Knows Too Much,” pairing late rapper Mac Miller with Thundercat under Ninja Tune for the latter’s forthcoming album. Directed by Léa Esmaili, the piece seamlessly blends 2D and 3D techniques, shifting...
Jack Johnson Offers Sneak Peek Of New Album, New Film
Jack Johnson is set to release a double album titled “Surfilmusic” on May 15 through Brushfire Records. The album doubles as the soundtrack to his new documentary of the same name, which premiered at SXSW and chronicles his journey from...
TIDAL Adds Direct-to-Fan Album Download Sales: No Subscription Required
TIDAL has launched a Direct‑to‑Fan (D2F) album download feature, allowing independent artists to sell digital albums directly within the app. The service charges a flat 10% platform fee, leaving 90% of sales revenue to the creator after processing costs. It...
New Chip Lets Robots See in 4D by Tracking Distance and Speed Simultaneously
Researchers have created a silicon chip that integrates a 61,952‑pixel focal‑plane array capable of both emitting and receiving FMCW LiDAR signals, delivering 4D imaging that captures distance and speed simultaneously. The prototype generated detailed 3D point clouds at ranges from...
How to Style a Low-Rise Skirt
Low-rise skirts have re‑emerged this season, appearing on runways in New York, Milan and Paris as sophisticated work‑wear alternatives. Designers such as Tory Burch, Paloma Esser and Matthieu Blazy paired the hip‑grazing silhouettes with statement belts, almond‑toed kitten‑heeled pumps and...
How Others’ Opinions Sculpt Your Physical Pain
A Dartmouth study published in PNAS shows that social information can reshape how people experience physical pain, observe others in pain, and assess mentally demanding tasks. Participants received fabricated “social cues” about how painful or effortful prior participants found an...
Good Kid Wrestle with Self-Worth on Their New Single ‘Cicada’
Toronto indie pop trio Good Kid released their new single “Cicada,” the final preview ahead of their debut album Can We Hang Out Sometime? scheduled for April 3, 2026. The track delves into self‑worth and personal growth, drawing on vocalist Nick Frosst’s insecurities...
11 Best Austin Bachelorette Airbnbs: Lakeside Homes, Pink Mansions, & Ranch-Like Rentals
Alexandra Toto’s March 13, 2026 guide lists eleven Airbnb properties in Austin that are tailored for bachelorette parties. The homes range from lakeside retreats and pink‑themed mansions to ranch‑style rentals, each offering upscale amenities such as private pools, saunas, karaoke...
CORROSION OF CONFORMITY Welcome NICK SHABATURA As New Drummer
Corrosion of Conformity announced Nick Shabatura as its new permanent drummer, replacing Stanton Moore after a recommendation from Charlie Benante. The band is set to release the double‑album Good God / Baad Man on April 3, 2026, following the recent...
Knee Cave Isn’t Harmful—Ignore the Gym Myth
A little bit of knee cave is NOT dangerous. Even a lot of knee cave might not be. Stop letting Jeremy from Planet Fitness tell you how to lift.
'Biggest Swell Ever Seen' Sends 20-Foot Wedge Freight Train Past Newport Boat (Video)
An unusually strong south‑southwest swell hit Southern California this week, generating 3‑foot, 20‑second sets. The Wedge in Newport Beach recorded a massive 20‑foot face wave, described as a “freight train” by surf legend Kelly Slater. The wave slammed into the...
Ice Face Extends Sauna Session, Slows Core Heat
My dry sauna session today: . 38 min at 200°F . inner ear temp 102.8°F . longer duration than usual as have been experimenting with icing face and neck to avoid MMPs thermal aging, eroding collagen. The icing slows my core temp rise....
Leverage Your Strengths, Not Weaknesses, for Success
Focusing on weakness is counterproductive. While it's good to be aware of weaknesses, leaning into strengths (what you're good at AND love to do) leads to greater success.
Stream Sweet Pill’s New Album Still There’s a Glow
Sweet Pill has released their new album *Still There’s a Glow* on Hopeless Records, a record that blends hook‑laden emo with introspective lyrics about personal limits and renewal. Frontwoman Zayna Youssef describes the project as intentional and honest, reflecting a...
Say Yes Early, Then Choose Strategically for Leverage
Early in your career, saying yes makes sense. You're building skills, meeting people, figuring out what you're good at. But at some point the dynamic flips. That's when being selective is how you create leverage. https://t.co/dMrMXn8CF4
New Team Targets Longevity Gap Amid Funding Shortfall
Longevity research is being starved of funds just when the US needs to be more competitive. Have assembled a team working on it. Launch date: April 2026 https://t.co/DOgprwaSzv
Artemis 2 Set for April Lunar Launch as NASA Navigates Gateway Uncertainty
NASA gave Artemis 2 a tentative go‑ahead for an April 1‑6 launch, with the Space Launch System slated to roll out on March 19 after a successful flight‑readiness review. The crew, including NASA’s Wiseman, Glover, Koch and CSA astronaut Jeremy Hansen, confirmed readiness, while...
Bioelectric Fields Redefine Life, Cognition, and Intelligence
Mike Levin discusses his research into bioelectric fields, cognitive glue, cancer treatment, mind blindness, diverse intelligence, multiscale cognition and problem solving. Brilliant work challenging our conceptions of life, cognition and intelligence. https://t.co/rQyS9dU5gJ
Aging Linked to Naive CD8 T‑cell Shortage
Shortage of circulating naive CD8 T cells provides new insights on immunodeficiency in aging https://t.co/NSDiR30N6W
More Than Studios: NewBridge Project Is a Much-Needed Third Space in Newcastle
The NewBridge Project in Newcastle’s Shieldfield district has transformed a former office block into a thriving arts and community hub, housing 130 studio artists across 90 workspaces. It offers affordable desks from £35 a month, a bookshop, memory café, and...
Self‑Deception Can Help, But Harmful Delusions Need Curing
User-friendly self-deception – philosopher Amelie Rorty on the value of our delusions and the antidote to the self-defeating ones https://t.co/ad7h1AUJRu
Explore Global Cultural Festivals Calendar for Solo Travelers
Cultural Festivals Calendar A collection of festivals, each rich in tradition and offering a unique glimpse into the heritage and customs of its respective region. 👉 https://t.co/qt0fK8DxR3 #solotravel #solotraveler #solotraveling #travelingsolo #travelingalone #travel
Live From the Russian Tea Room: It’s Sandra Bernhard
Sandra Bernhard flew in from the Loewe show in Paris to headline a Manhattan party honoring T&C magazine’s March cover star. The celebration unfolded in the historic Russian Tea Room’s Bear Lounge, where a 15‑foot translucent glass bear and a towering...
Madison Delivers Entertaining, Pfeiffer Shines as Angry Matriarch
I found much of what Ben Travers decries funny. The Madison is hugely entertaining. Michelle Pfeiffer is the best angry matriarch since Aurora Greenaway. ‘The Madison’ Review: Taylor Sheridan’s Tepid Love Story Gets Swept Away by Hate https://t.co/Swusv6pAly via @IndieWire
Future Universe: Darkness Fades, New Light Awaits
How dark will the Universe become? #AskEthan Sure, dark energy will empty out the Universe and galaxies will run out of fuel to form new stars. But that doesn't mean our sky will only get darker. Look forward to the brightness ahead. https://t.co/huqNduzpjh
Fantastic Cat Flip Indie Therapy Tropes on “Don’t Let Go”
Fantastic Cat has dropped the single “Don’t Let Go,” a tongue‑in‑cheek counterpoint to the wave of therapy‑centric indie anthems. The track showcases jangling guitars, layered harmonies, and a forward‑driving rhythm that reflects the band’s collaborative energy. It serves as the...
Fear of Landing Turns Twenty
Fear of Landing, a personal aviation blog founded in 2004, celebrated its 20‑year milestone this month. Originally a whimsical project to fly to every British island, it gradually shifted to a trusted source for accident analysis and aviation news, gaining...
USBR Halt the Hitchhiker: Invasive Species Challenge
The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation has launched a three‑phase prize challenge, managed by yet2, to develop technologies that stop aquatic invasive species from hitchhiking in watercraft ballast water. The competition offers a total prize pool of $550,000. It targets high‑risk...
Perspective Shapes Fate: The Farmer’s Lost Horse Lesson
The parable of “The Farmer and the Lost Horse” is well-known to those familiar with Taoism. It’s certainly a valuable reminder of the importance of our perspectives—of life, work, career, etc.—and it’s vividly recounted by @philosophyminis on Facebook: https://t.co/X8zXHYnhbw