Beefheart & McGuinn :: Midtown Downtime
William Murray and Winter McGuinn have teamed up for the folk‑rock album Midtown Downtime, a trans‑Pacific collaboration that blends UK and Melbourne sensibilities. The record features warm, intoxicating harmonies and a crisp, roots‑laden production that nods to the laid‑back style of J.J. Cale. Released at the start of summer, the album feels tailor‑made for lazy afternoons, open‑window drives, and relaxed evenings. Critics praise its understated breeziness and timeless songwriting, positioning it as a standout entry in the modern folk‑rock revival.
Brandon Sanderson's Skyward Is Getting Adapted Into a TV Series
Brandon Sanderson’s young‑adult sci‑fi series *Skyward* is being turned into a television show by Tomorrow Studios, with the author penning the pilot script. The adaptation follows Sanderson’s earlier Apple TV agreement to bring his Cosmere universe to the screen. *Skyward*...
Can TRAVIS BARKER’S New Documentary Reveal His Truth?
Disney+ announced the original documentary *Travis Barker: Louder Than Fear* will debut in Australia on 13 August, following its world premiere at the Tribeca Festival on 13 June. The film, directed by Justin Krook and Michael Dwyer, chronicles Barker’s journey from a...
Love ‘Remarkably Bright Creatures’? Pack Your Bags For These Vancouver Filming Locations
Netflix’s 2026 adaptation of Shelby Van Pelt’s novel “Remarkably Bright Creatures” was shot primarily in Vancouver’s North Shore, with Deep Cove standing in for the fictional Sowell Bay. Production began in March 2025 and wrapped in about a month, using...
Women’s Body Temperature Rises From Age 18 to 42 but We Don’t Know Why
Researchers at SRI International analyzed temperature logs from a 1990s study of 750 women aged 18 to 42 and discovered a steady rise in resting body temperature of about 0.05 °C over that span. The increase occurs across both halves of...
Hong Kong Artists Bring Quiet Reflection to Venice
The Hong Kong Museum of Art curates "Fermata: Hong Kong in Venice," a collateral exhibition at the 61st Venice Biennale running through 22 November 2026. The show aligns with the Biennale’s "In Minor Keys" theme, emphasizing quiet, reflective experiences over spectacle. It features two...
Track Premiere: Non Serviam – “Victory to Kali” (Ft. Mirai Kawashima of Sigh)
French experimental collective Non Serviam has dropped the single “Victory to Kali,” a three‑minute blend of black metal, industrial blast beats, and guest vocals from Mirai Kawashima of Sigh. The track serves as the lead preview for their forthcoming third...
Netflix Grants a Two-Week IMAX Run to David Fincher's The Adventures Of Cliff Booth
Netflix has agreed to give David Fincher’s new film “The Adventures of Cliff Booth” a two‑week theatrical run in IMAX theaters beginning November 25. The limited engagement will precede the movie’s streaming debut on Netflix on December 23. AMC is participating despite...
Matt Damon to Star in Daniels’ First Movie Since Everything Everywhere All at Once
The Daniels—directors of the Oscar‑winning *Everything Everywhere All at Once*—are close to beginning production on their first new feature, a Universal Pictures film starring Matt Damon. The sci‑fi drama will weave global warming, time travel, and a superhero angle across...
China Reports Major Breakthrough in Space Solar Power Technology
China’s Zhuri project achieved a landmark test, wirelessly transmitting 1,180 watts over 100 metres and powering a moving drone at 143 watts, demonstrating one‑to‑many microwave energy delivery. The system reached 20.8% DC‑to‑DC efficiency and 88% beam‑collection, positioning China for a...
HELIX AI Model Accurately Predicts RNA Splicing, Unlocks Precision Medicine
Researchers at the Chinese Academy of Sciences unveiled HELIX, an AI framework that predicts RNA splicing and isoform usage with unprecedented accuracy. By combining DNA sequence data with expression profiles of 1,499 RNA‑binding proteins, the model outperforms existing tools across...
Bharti Kher Commissioned by Powerhouse Parramatta, Australia’s New Cultural Center Opening Later This Year
British-Indian sculptor Bharti Kher has been commissioned to create a monumental entrance piece for Powerhouse Parramatta, the new cultural hub slated to open in late 2026. The work, titled “Tree of Life,” consists of four stacked bronze and clay heads...
Chickens without Eggs? De-Extinction Company Creates Artificial Egg.
Biotech startup Colossal unveiled a 3‑D‑printed artificial eggshell that lets chicken embryos develop outside a natural shell. The device preserves membrane tension, supplies oxygen through a permeable membrane, and supports normal chick hatching after transferring egg contents within a day....
CMR Imaging, NT-proBNP Improve Risk Prediction in Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
A prospective registry of 2,698 hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) patients across 44 North American and European centers found that cardiac magnetic resonance (CMR) scar burden and the blood biomarker NT‑proBNP markedly improve long‑term risk prediction beyond current sudden cardiac death (SCD)...
Tilda Swinton Is Bringing a New Performance Piece to Guggenheim Bilbao
Celebrated actor Tilda Swinton will debut the live performance piece “House of Gestures” at the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao on June 5‑6. Developed with French fashion curator Olivier Saillard, the interpretive work draws on the heritage of luxury champagne house Dom Pérignon. The...
Bruno Mars 2026 Tour: Dates, Prices, and How to Get Tickets to Sold-Out Shows
Bruno Mars launches the Romantic Tour in 2026, his first global headline run since the 2017 24K Magic tour. The itinerary spans major stadiums across North America and Europe, including stops in Los Angeles, New York, London, Paris and Toronto. Most shows are...
The Quantum Key to Seeing Through Chaos
Researchers at Institut des NanoSciences de Paris, the Kastler Brossel Laboratory, and the University of Glasgow have demonstrated a method that makes a scattering medium transparent only to entangled photon pairs, while remaining opaque to classical light. By optimizing a phase...
Kai Lenny, a Helicopter, and the Search for Surf and Snow in Alaska
Big‑wave pioneer Kai Lenny teamed with fellow surfer Kohl Christensen to chase untouched surf in Alaska, using a helicopter to reach remote coastal cliffs. The crew discovered a pristine cobblestone‑right that appears never to have been surfed, sparking excitement about...
Port Moller Test Fishery Celebrates Scientific Achievements in Its 60th Year Examining Bristol Bay
The Port Moller Test Fishery (PMTF) celebrated its 60th year of salmon stock research in Alaska’s Bristol Bay, a program now run by the Bristol Bay Science and Research Institute (BBSRI). The fishery conducts daily water‑temperature and genetic tests each...
Gemini for Science: Accelerating Research at Scale
For centuries, the scientific method has been our best tool for progress. But today, there’s so much data out there that it’s impossible for any one researcher to connect all the dots. We want to fix that: Introducing Gemini for Science,...
Tennessee Book Ban Update: State Jumps The Shark By Banning ‘Roots’
Knox County, Tennessee, voted to remove Alex Haley’s Pulitzer‑winning novel *Roots* from public school libraries, adding it to a list of 119 banned titles. The decision aligns with a statewide surge in book removals targeting material on race, sexuality and...
Internalized Weight Bias: What It Is & How to Heal From It
The article explains internalized weight bias—when individuals adopt society’s anti‑fat stereotypes and turn them inward—and shows how it fuels eating disorders across body sizes. It cites research linking weight‑based stigma to stress hormones, metabolic disruptions, and harmful behaviors such as...
Research Finds Link Between Dopamine Antagonists, AMD
Researchers at Duke Health presented evidence that dopamine signaling influences age‑related macular degeneration (AMD). In a retrospective analysis of 558 eyes, patients on dopamine antagonists experienced a 27.3% conversion rate from dry to wet AMD, far higher than the 6.8%...
Supergirl Will Have a Bigger Role in the DCU Than First Thought
James Gunn’s upcoming DCU film "Man of Tomorrow" will feature Milly Alcock reprising Supergirl, confirming the character’s elevated status in the shared universe. DC Studios co‑head Peter Safran called Supergirl a "major part" of the DCU, signaling a strategic push...
An Ancient Moonpocalypse May Explain Neptune’s Odd Moon Nereid
A new study proposes that Neptune’s eccentric moon Nereid survived an ancient moon‑pocalypse, being tossed into its current orbit by a chaotic encounter with a Pluto‑sized body. Researchers used James Webb Space Telescope spectra and extensive computer simulations, finding that...
New Scientist Recommends a Devastating Account of Farming Honeybees
Jennie Durant’s new book *Bitter Honey* exposes how U.S. honeybee colonies have been turned into an industrial commodity, with roughly three million hives shipped nationwide each spring for pollination services. The colonies are housed in refrigerated warehouses, fed sugar‑syrup and protein...
Scientists Solved the 150 Year-Old Mystery of Why Most of Your Molecules Are Right-Handed
Physicists Yossi Paltiel and Ron Namaan solved the 150‑year puzzle of biological homochirality by linking it to the chirality‑induced spin selectivity (CISS) effect. They showed that electron spin, mediated by spin‑orbit coupling, makes one enantiomer marginally more efficient than its...
Cows Can Tell Humans Apart, New Study Finds
A PLOS One study shows domestic cows can differentiate between familiar and unfamiliar humans by both facial cues and matching voices. In silent video tests, 32 Prim’Holstein cows stared longer at unknown faces, while paired audio‑visual trials revealed they spent...
This Is the Most Underrated Sci-Fi Film Franchise of the 21st Century
New Scientist columnist Bethan Ackerley reports that a fifth installment of the rebooted Planet of the Apes franchise has been officially confirmed. The series, comprising Rise, Dawn, War, and Kingdom, has been praised by critics, averaging a 78% Rotten Tomatoes...
Why These Bees May Be Killing the Plants They Feed From
Researchers in Australia and New Zealand have documented that Western honeybees are actively transporting the invasive myrtle rust fungus while foraging on infected flowers. About half of the sampled bees returned to their hives with spores on their bodies, and 45%...
The Nike Air Force 1’s Most Infamous Colorway Is Getting a Denim Remix
Nike is reviving its iconic Air Force 1 Low Triple Black with a denim‑and‑suede makeover slated for July. The redesign applies faded denim to all overlays while suede covers the vamp and quarter panels, keeping the classic silver‑tone lace dubrae. Priced at...
Pierce – Sentimento
Sublunar, the Italian techno label praised for its focus on quality over hype, has added Pierce’s EP *Sentimento* to its roster. The Tbilisi‑based producer, known for releases on Token and WSNWG, delivers a collection of hard‑charging, low‑end‑heavy tracks that blend...
My Firsts: Daniel Hunt of Ladytron
Ladytron, the Liverpool‑born electro‑pop trio, released their eighth studio album *Paradises* in March 2026 on Nettwerk. Produced by band member Daniel Hunt and mixed by longtime collaborator Jim Abbiss, the record was crafted over five months across studios in Liverpool,...
Between Columbus And Dayton Is A Cozy Ohio Village With A Historic Opera House And Local Eats
South Charleston, Ohio, a 1,700‑person village nestled between Dayton and Columbus, boasts a 16‑block Historic District listed on the National Register since 1978. Its 1878 opera house, restored in 1983, now serves as a community venue hosting concerts and the...
Why Spring Is Good for Your Brain Health
In a recent episode of Virginia Tech’s “Curious Conversations,” associate professor Ben Katz explained how spring‑time lifestyle choices can sharpen brain function. He highlighted cardiovascular exercise, time spent in nature, and a diet low in processed foods and sugary drinks...
Positivity Can Help Lower Your Heart Disease Risk
A meta‑analysis of 18 randomized trials shows that structured positive‑psychology programs delivered daily over 8‑12 weeks can lower cardiovascular risk. Participants who practiced gratitude, mindfulness or optimism training saw blood‑pressure reductions of 7‑8 mm Hg and added roughly 1,800 steps per day....
Sweeping Promises Announce New Album You Say I Romanticize
Sweeping Promises announced their third album, *You Say I Romanticize*, slated for release on August 14 via Sub Pop. The record was crafted over 18 months in the band’s Kansas home studio, with guitarist Caufield Schnug and bassist/vocalist Lira Mondal handling production and...
How to Create a Family Living Room That Feels Calm, Comfortable, and Easy to Maintain
The article outlines how to design a family living room that stays calm, comfortable, and low‑maintenance. It stresses mapping daily activities, selecting kid‑friendly furniture, and using simple visual backdrops. Practical tips include choosing mid‑tone, tightly woven upholstery, shallow‑depth sofas, and...
Longevity Biotech Matures: Precise Indication‑Focused Drug Development
The longevity biotechnology field is coming of age in the best possible way. A recent analysis captures how the sector has learned to speak pharma’s language fluently—moving from broad claims about “slowing aging” to precise, indication-focused drug development with conventional endpoints,...
Recovery Strategies Boost Performance and Make Life Enjoyable
Your regular reminder that the recovery strategies that best promote adaptation to training and improve athletic performance… …are also just a really enjoyable way to live. https://t.co/xR6P5swLsQ
What I Learned During New York City Design Week
New York City Design Week concluded, featuring the ICFF trade fair across all five boroughs. The U.S. furniture market is projected to reach $265 billion in 2026, yet American design is often seen as trailing European powerhouses. Designers such as Nidhi...
AI Scans Enable Decade‑long Primary Disease Prevention for High‑risk Patients
Using AI of a medical scan to achieve primary prevention of disease over the next decade in people at high-risk @ScienceTM https://t.co/inpvk55qBA https://t.co/3awSGlBjuK
Finding Belonging Through Walking and Forgiveness in Japan
Things Become Other Things – absolutely gorgeous meditation on walking, forgiveness, and finding belonging in the mountains of Japan https://t.co/EY2J8Bma2F
‘Andy Burnham’s Life Was Changed by the Poet Tony Harrison’: Writers Discuss Literature, Politics and the 100 Best Novels
The Guardian unveiled its 2026 list of the 100 best English‑language novels, compiled from votes by more than 170 authors, critics and academics. The panel, featuring Elif Shafak, Kate Mosse, Blake Morrison and Guy Gunaratne, discussed the ongoing reading crisis, the appeal of classic...
Sienna Miller Wore Calvin Klein Collection To The ‘Jack Ryan: Ghost War’ New York Premiere
Sienna Miller stepped onto the New York premiere of Amazon MGM’s *Jack Ryan: Ghost War* in a grey Calvin Klein Collection strapless column dress, just three weeks after delivering her third child. The look, styled by Gabriella Karefa‑Johnson, marked a clear...
Why Sleep Apps Are Failing Those Who Need Them Most (M)
Sleep‑tracking apps have exploded in popularity, promising users better rest through data‑driven insights. However, Dr. Jeremy Dean argues that many of these tools backfire, increasing anxiety and disrupting natural sleep cycles. The article cites research showing that screen exposure, inaccurate...
How Much Training Do You Really Need to Do Hyrox?
Lifehacker writers Beth Skwarecki and Meredith Miller are testing how little preparation is needed for a Hyrox doubles race on May 29. Trainer Elaine Cotter says a full 12‑16‑week plan is optimal, but athletes with a solid 8K (5‑mile) run base can...
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11 Signs Your Child May Be Too Competitive—And How to Help
The article outlines eleven warning signs that a child may be overly competitive, from constant bragging to avoidance of new challenges. It cites experts who link excessive competition to stress, anxiety, burnout, and even substance misuse. Data from the American...
Rostam: Stars and Stripes
Rostam Batmanglij returns with "American Stories," his first solo album in nearly five years, following a decade of high‑profile production work for artists like Frank Ocean and HAIM. The record weaves Persian saz melodies and microtonal nuances with classic Americana...
Untangling Cellular Senescence at Its Roots
Researchers in Aging Cell used single‑cell RNA sequencing to compare primary senescent cells induced by radiation with secondary senescent cells triggered by SASP exposure in kidney cells. They identified multiple transcriptional clusters within each group and mapped distinct developmental trajectories,...