
Studio KÄ founder Adja Soro has released the March 2026 issue of the monthly magazine *SPARK* as a free 40‑page PDF. The issue is dedicated to African animation and profiles 20 African women shaping the industry, from studio founders to emerging talent. Highlights include a conversation with Nigerian director Damilola Solesi of Smids Animation and a feature on Louisette Ratsivahiny, who directed Madagascar’s first fully‑produced animated series. *SPARK* aims to shift the narrative from entering the market to actively building Africa’s animation ecosystem.

At Musexpo’s 26th edition in Burbank, California, the International Music Industry Awards recognized top leaders shaping the global music landscape. Kirk M. Sommer of WME was named International Music Person of the Year, while Tommas Arnby, founder of Locomotion Music...

South Korean singer Jennie Kim of BLACKPINK has launched a new collaboration with US beachwear label Frankies Bikinis. The collection, unveiled on March 26 with a Hawaii‑shot campaign, expands beyond bikinis to include shorts, dresses, hoodies and hand‑crochet pieces, all...

The evangelical‑driven series “The Chosen” has evolved into a multi‑platform franchise, amassing over 308 million viewers, a yearly convention, extensive merchandise, and a forthcoming spinoff, “Joseph of Egypt,” as it heads into its sixth season. Its success has sparked a wave...
Haiti’s Citadelle Laferrière, the Western Hemisphere’s largest fortress and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is nearing the end of a 25‑year preservation effort. The World Monuments Fund and Haiti’s Institute for the Protection of National Heritage have reinforced the structure against...

Hawke’s Bay‑born country singer Glen Moffett has authored the Central and Southern Music Map for AudioCulture, a digital “Noisy Library” of New Zealand music. Drawing on the Hawke’s Bay Knowledge Bank and interviews with locals, the map chronicles everything from 19th‑century...

Three experienced takahē breeding pairs were released this week at Cape Kidnappers Golf Course, expanding the sanctuary’s managed population within New Zealand’s 2,530‑hectare Cape Sanctuary wildlife‑restoration project. The sanctuary, now home to 18 free‑roaming birds and authorized for up to 100,...

In March 2026 the United States recorded a sharp rise in fireball sightings, with the American Meteor Society logging 2,369 reports—up from 1,587 in January. Large, widely witnessed events more than doubled, highlighted by a 1‑ton, 3‑foot meteor that exploded...

George Clinton, the 84‑year‑old Godfather of Funk, will close the Essence Festival of Culture on July 5 in New Orleans, reviving his iconic Mothership stage show. A technologically advanced replica of the original 1976 Mothership, built at Nashville’s Rock Lititz campus, will debut...
One of the most valuable things I’ve done in the last five years: An executive health retreat. I learned a few things: - I have the Alzheimer gene. Got on supplements to help. - I don’t have cancer. I got every organ imaged and...
In 1992, scientists discovered a chemical in Gila monster venom that mimicked GLP-1, the hormone your gut releases to signal fullness. By tinkering with its structure, pharma companies extended its duration from two hours (the Gila monster version) to one...

Dark Divine has released “Half Past Dead (Unbury Me)”, a new single that fuses ballad melodies with metalcore aggression, previewing their upcoming album *Undead Melody*. Vocalist Anthony Martinez describes the track as a meditation on fleeting time and the will to live despite decay....
Dark Star Orchestra announced a summer tour featuring 15 dates, primarily on the East Coast, beginning June 11 at BankNH Pavilion in New Hampshire. The itinerary includes two‑night engagements at Tree House Brewing in Massachusetts and The Rooftop at Pier...

Prospect Park’s Vale of Cashmere, a historic cruising spot for Black and Brown men, is slated for a $37.5 million renovation. The area has also served as a vibrant drag‑performance hub, drawing queer artists and audiences since the pandemic’s end. Community members...
Breland’s new single “In My Truck,” his first release in two years, interpolates 50 Cent’s 2003 hit “In Da Club” and is being touted as a potential song of the summer. The track blends country imagery with a hip‑hop hook, following...
Kristin Cavallari appeared at the Laguna Beach reunion wearing a white, form‑fitting minidress paired with early‑2000s lace‑up sandals, reviving a signature Y2K look. The two‑hour special, “The Reunion: Laguna Beach,” will stream on The Roku Channel on April 10. Luxury houses such as...

The author promotes a digital self‑help guide called CAGED, priced at $37, aimed at men who feel trapped by modern church culture. The post shares a personal narrative of spiritual dissatisfaction and positions the product as a blueprint for breaking...
Renowned endocrinologist Dr. Jesse Roth, who proved that diabetes stems from defective insulin receptors, died at 91. Over a 50‑year career he led groundbreaking research at the NIH, Johns Hopkins, and the Feinstein Institutes, reshaping how scientists view hormone signaling....
Jessie Reyez surprised fans on March 27, 2026 with the EP “$till Paid,” marking the one‑year anniversary of her third studio album “Paid in Memories.” The five‑track project continues the black‑and‑yellow visual motif and features a childhood portrait on its...
Arles, a Provençal city on the Rhône, blends Roman ruins with a burgeoning contemporary art scene. Iconic sites such as the ancient amphitheater sit alongside the Van Gogh Foundation and the newly completed Luma Arles cultural complex designed by Frank Gehry. The travel...

British indie artist GERD, real name Elin, released the single “Truth Be Told,” highlighting her signature shift from intimate, introspective verses to expansive, cinematic production. The track reflects her ongoing balance between solitary cabin retreats and the release of live...
American jam supergroup Taper’s Choice closed the first phase of its career with a farewell performance at Knoxville’s Big Ears Festival, marking guitarist and producer Dave Harrington’s final show. The set opened and closed with the band’s signature “Dave Test,”...
A pattern I’ve noticed: there are founders who push vs founders who design systems. The first group stays busy. the second group builds something that survives them and creates true freedom.
John Zorn’s Masada songbooks were reimagined for a big‑band setting by Sam Eastmond and performed by the National Youth Jazz Orchestra (NYJO) in Cardiff. The concert featured ten selections distilled from over 600 Masada pieces, showcasing a blend of Jewish...

Rapper Russ has demonstrated that a relentless release schedule and full ownership can rival major‑label powerhouses. After posting 200 songs in 2015, he scaled to $100,000 a month and peaked at $280,000 in monthly earnings without any label backing. His...
Today on Volts: at this point, it is all but inevitable that global temperatures will exceed the 2° threshold & continue rising. Should we shoot sulfur particles into the stratosphere to block some of that heat? I talk with the...

RT @JoeContrera Having a purpose bigger than you is where it all begins… And in business I believe that the key to motivating employee’s requires these two things: https://t.co/oHCF0vP6Q9 #purpose #leadership #wisdom https://t.co/Rmo4biXkHp

Tanner Leatherstein, a former tannery apprentice turned social media analyst, deconstructs luxury handbags to reveal the true cost of materials and craftsmanship. By applying acetone, flame and hardware tests, he calculates retail multipliers often ranging from fifteen to twenty times...
#WhatsNext? This futuristic smart bathroom brought to you via sensors and #IoT technologies. (Interesting Engineering) https://t.co/o14g9MttHw

THE BLUEPRINT is the #1 new release in Entertainment and Music Business books on Amazon 💎 https://t.co/hHc91qRePc https://t.co/qfeWxJrygB

Europe welcomed over 793 million international arrivals in 2025, surpassing pre‑pandemic levels and confirming a robust tourism rebound. A 2024 Euromonitor study ranks Paris as the continent’s most visited city with 50 million guests, followed by London (40 million) and Rome (35 million). Istanbul’s...
With $18M in first 8 days, #DhurandharTheRevenge has surpassed Pathaan to become all-time #2 Bollywood movie ever at North American #boxoffice. It only trails first #Dhurandhar film which it should pass after this wknd.

Pleased to be included in this work. Emotional breakthrough as a strong predictor of response (again): https://t.co/pAPCipfd1U

The article argues that strong leaders fail when they neglect context, emphasizing that understanding the broader environment is as critical as setting goals. It illustrates this with a COVID‑era retailer that secured discounted leases, turning a counter‑intuitive move into a...
Artemis II crew is enroute to KSC. Expected to land abt 2:30 pm ET. NASA's Jared Isaacman and CSA's Lisa Campbell will be there to greet them. Crew then will answer questions from the media. Full list of public...
I always ask coaches with all the answers...have you actually taken any kids through all the stages of long term athletic development? ##LTAD https://t.co/MynGp0ROWD

Jonathan Anderson’s debut women’s ready‑to‑wear collection for Dior draws heavily on the house’s storied past, especially the iconic shoe designs of Roger Vivier. The collection features the new “Whisper” pump, whose rabbit‑ear silhouette references Vivier’s 1960s creations while adding a...

Is NAD+ a key factor in ovarian aging and dysfunction? Insights and uncertainties from current research https://t.co/OWU1Hhcreu https://t.co/IH7uKdRsa9

Choreographer Molly Long turned Frankie Smith’s 1981 track “Double Dutch Bus” into TikTok’s biggest dance of the year, sparking a wave of user‑generated videos. Her routine, first taught at Project 21’s February showcase, amassed over 3.5 million likes and more than 13,000...

A five‑ingredient Trader Joe’s Kung Pao chicken dinner can be prepared in under 30 minutes using frozen chicken, pre‑washed broccoli, ginger, garlic and Thai wheat noodles. Each serving delivers more than 24 grams of protein and a balanced vegetable portion, making it both...
Superpowered RC-Style Lawn Mower Shreds Weeds With Precision Control by @IntEngineering #EmergingTech #Innovation #Tech #Technology https://t.co/MvTvZfyeXR

James Feess’s guide breaks down European rail travel, highlighting city‑center stations, electronic tickets and the convenience of boarding without airport queues. It explains how variable‑price high‑speed tickets can drop from €135 (≈$149) to €54 (≈$59) when booked 6‑8 weeks ahead, and...
Tommy Douglas Keenan has unveiled his latest folk‑rock single, “Rockinghorse,” in 2026. The track is described as a warm, levitating experience that taps into listeners’ psyche while experimenting at the genre’s edges. Critics note its tempered propulsion and unique character,...
This has to become a principle of Self-care. Choose wisely because: “Anything you feed your mind you will internalize. Anything you feed the internet, it will attempt to kill.” says Taylor Swift.
Google announced today that it is rolling out the SoundHeal sensory program across its global offices to support employee mental and emotional health. The initiative reflects a growing corporate focus on holistic wellness, though details of the technology and rollout...
The Trilith Foundation announced the April 14 launch of *Human Flourishing: A Field Guide*, a five‑week program built on the Global Flourishing Study. Backed by Harvard, Baylor University and Gallup, the guide pairs scientific findings with ancient wisdom and a...
The 16th edition of Chile Arte Contemporáneo (Chaco) runs in Santiago until March 29, featuring more than 50 galleries and a mix of Chilean and international exhibitors. Organisers emphasize affordability, with many pieces priced below $1,000 and larger works around...

Myha'la Herrold was photographed in New York City wearing a vintage Tom Ford‑era Gucci coat with dramatic fox‑fur sleeves, proving the power of a single statement piece. She first paired the coat with an archival butter‑yellow Fendi baguette, matching her Onitsuka Tiger × Versace...

ENSLAVED has released two sea‑shanty recordings, “Fire Marengo” and “Anna Lovinda,” in partnership with the Storm Weather Shanty Choir. “Fire Marengo” is a traditional shanty, while “Anna Lovinda” was written by late Norwegian sailor Erik Bye. The tracks were recorded in early 2026...
A Monash University-led study of 545 Australian three‑ and four‑year‑olds found 43% meet criteria for an anxiety disorder, with 31% showing specific phobias. Researchers caution the findings are preliminary but say they highlight a growing mental‑health concern that could reshape...