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Isaac Mizrahi Seen Returning to Target: Sources
NewsMay 18, 2026

Isaac Mizrahi Seen Returning to Target: Sources

Target’s new CEO Michael Fiddelke is courting designer Isaac Mizrahi for a major return partnership, aiming to revitalize the retailer’s fashion credibility. Mizrahi previously ran a five‑year line with Target from 2002‑2007 that mixed runway concepts with low‑price basics. The move...

By WWD (Women’s Wear Daily) – Fashion
Upcoming Metal Releases: 5/17/26 – 5/23/26
BlogMay 18, 2026

Upcoming Metal Releases: 5/17/26 – 5/23/26

The week of May 17‑23 2026 sees a wave of new metal releases spanning power‑metal, black metal, folk‑metal and legacy heavy‑rock. Dimhav returns with *Ondine*, a complex follow‑up to their debut, while Immortal issues a limited‑edition 666‑copy vinyl of early live recordings....

By Invisible Oranges
How We’re Searching for the Best Ways to Help in 2026
BlogMay 18, 2026

How We’re Searching for the Best Ways to Help in 2026

GiveWell’s 2026 research agenda centers on scaling its analytical capacity and allocating at least $500 million to the most cost‑effective health and development interventions. The organization now employs 60 researchers across 11 subteams covering malaria, nutrition, vaccination, water, livelihoods and cross‑cutting...

By GiveWell Blog
Faster Horses in The Mixmag Lab
NewsMay 18, 2026

Faster Horses in The Mixmag Lab

Mixmag’s live‑event series, the Mixmag Lab, hosted Liverpool‑born DJ Faster Horses on April 12 at The Cause in London. The rising star performed a 60‑minute set blending house, garage, and euphoric dance tracks, positioning himself as a key act for Mixmag’s...

By Mixmag
Kirsten Lepore Gets Weird for Finch’s ‘Whatever It Takes to Get Through the Day’
NewsMay 18, 2026

Kirsten Lepore Gets Weird for Finch’s ‘Whatever It Takes to Get Through the Day’

Finch, the self‑care app used by roughly 2 million people, debuted its first brand campaign with a 3DCG musical short titled “Whatever It Takes to Get Through the Day.” Oscar‑nominated director Kirsten Lepore, alongside studio Mathematic, helmed the quirky animation that...

By Animation World Network (AWN)
Billboard Hot 100 Top 10 Countdown for May 23, 2026 | Billboard News
NewsMay 18, 2026

Billboard Hot 100 Top 10 Countdown for May 23, 2026 | Billboard News

Ella Langley dominated the Billboard Hot 100 for the week of May 23, 2026, with “Choosin’ Texas” marking its tenth consecutive week at No. 1 and “Be Her” holding the No. 2 spot. Bruno Mars returned with two top‑10 entries, “I Just Might” at #4 and...

By Billboard
Visual Routines Prevent Mom Burnout and Boost Creativity
SocialMay 18, 2026

Visual Routines Prevent Mom Burnout and Boost Creativity

After several comments & consideration for our family, here is what I’ve created for us. My AuDHD kids love routine & need visual stimulus, so, this should work for us - for a while👏🏻 These rhythms, routines, and systems help us...

By Candice | LMFT & Life/Balance Coach
Obsession's Music Store Was Featured In A Beloved '90s Movie
NewsMay 18, 2026

Obsession's Music Store Was Featured In A Beloved '90s Movie

Curry Barker’s low‑budget horror "Obsession" has become a surprise hit, pulling in $18 million on a $1 million budget and earning a 94% Rotten Tomatoes score plus an A‑CinemaScore. The film’s setting includes the iconic Cassell’s Music store, famously featured in the...

By /Film (Slashfilm)
Cooperation Emerges Naturally Through Recognition
NewsMay 18, 2026

Cooperation Emerges Naturally Through Recognition

A Rutgers‑Hebrew University study published in PNAS overturns a 75‑year‑old game‑theory tenet by showing that simple memory of individual opponents can spark and sustain cooperation in the Prisoner’s Dilemma. Using statistical‑mechanics models and neural‑network simulations, the researchers demonstrated that cheaters...

By Neuroscience News
Jon Krakauer Tells Alex Honnold His 1996 Everest Expedition Was a Terrible Decision
NewsMay 18, 2026

Jon Krakauer Tells Alex Honnold His 1996 Everest Expedition Was a Terrible Decision

Jon Krakauer told climber Alex Honnold on the Climbing Gold podcast that his 1996 Everest expedition, chronicled in the bestseller *Into Thin Air*, was the worst decision of his life. He said the disaster left him with severe, undiagnosed PTSD...

By The Inertia
59th Carnegie International Tests the Limits of Connection and Inclusion
NewsMay 18, 2026

59th Carnegie International Tests the Limits of Connection and Inclusion

The 59th Carnegie International, titled *If the word we*, foregrounds community, listening, and collaboration through immersive, tactile installations. Curators Ryan Inouye, Danielle A. Jackson and Liz Park enlist thought partners like Egyptian writer Haytham el‑Wardany to shape a exhibition that invites...

By The Art Newspaper
Michael Jackson Rules Billboard Artist 100 for First Time, Thanks to Continued ‘Michael’ Biopic Success
NewsMay 18, 2026

Michael Jackson Rules Billboard Artist 100 for First Time, Thanks to Continued ‘Michael’ Biopic Success

Michael Jackson has topped Billboard’s Artist 100 for the first time, driven by the ongoing success of the “Michael” biopic. In the May 8‑14 tracking week his catalog logged 161.2 million U.S. streams, 93.4 million radio audience impressions, 46,000 album sales and 20,000 digital...

By Billboard
Progress Is the Currency of Fulfillment at Work (And Most People Are Going Broke)
NewsMay 18, 2026

Progress Is the Currency of Fulfillment at Work (And Most People Are Going Broke)

The article reframes productivity by treating progress as the true currency of work fulfillment. It argues that most professionals suffer from “empty busyness” because they lack clear, measurable goals and forward‑moving actions. A simple ten‑second ritual—identifying the one thing that...

By Asian Efficiency
Scientists Found Stardust Trapped in Antarctic Ice. What Could It Tell Us About Our Solar System?
NewsMay 18, 2026

Scientists Found Stardust Trapped in Antarctic Ice. What Could It Tell Us About Our Solar System?

Scientists have detected the radioactive isotope iron‑60, a supernova by‑product, trapped in Antarctic ice dating back 40,000‑80,000 years. Analyzing roughly 660 lb (300 kg) of ice, the team used accelerator mass spectrometry to count individual atoms, confirming that the material originated from...

By Space.com
Pregnancy Cannabis Use Raises Preterm, Low Birth Weight, Death Risks
SocialMay 18, 2026

Pregnancy Cannabis Use Raises Preterm, Low Birth Weight, Death Risks

🚭Cannabis use during pregnancy is not safe for your baby. A major systematic review and meta-analysis published in @JAMAPediatrics analyzed 51 studies and over 21 million pregnancies. Marijuana during pregnancy was linked to: -52% higher risk of preterm delivery...

By Wendi Irlbeck, MS, RDN, CISSN
“Claypool Gold Tour” To Kick Off Featuring Primus, Claypool Lennon Delirium, and Flying Frog Brigade
NewsMay 18, 2026

“Claypool Gold Tour” To Kick Off Featuring Primus, Claypool Lennon Delirium, and Flying Frog Brigade

Les Claypool has unveiled the "Claypool Gold 2026" tour, a 30‑date North American trek that will showcase his three primary projects—Primus, Claypool Lennon Delirium, and the Fearless Flying Frog Brigade—on the same stage each night. The itinerary launches in Reno,...

By Consequence
“I Enjoy Disruption”: Inside Salehe Bembury’s Expansion Into Uber-Colorful Football Kits
NewsMay 18, 2026

“I Enjoy Disruption”: Inside Salehe Bembury’s Expansion Into Uber-Colorful Football Kits

Industrial designer Salehe Bembury has broadened his partnership with PUMA beyond sneakers, unveiling a vibrant goalkeeper kit collection for 11 national teams ahead of the 2026 World Cup. The line, released on June 4, also includes the TRVL WEAR lifestyle range...

By Highsnobiety
‘Dungeon Crawler Carl’ Author on That ‘Sexy’ Ending to ‘A Parade of Horribles,’ What’s Coming in Final Two Books
NewsMay 18, 2026

‘Dungeon Crawler Carl’ Author on That ‘Sexy’ Ending to ‘A Parade of Horribles,’ What’s Coming in Final Two Books

Matt Dinniman wrapped up the eighth "Dungeon Crawler Carl" novel, "A Parade of Horribles," with a surprise twist: the ultimate dungeon boss, the Scolopendra, is transformed into a flirtatious ally dubbed "Sexy Scolopendra." The author revealed that the ending was...

By Variety – Mergers & Acquisitions
Nanoscale Device Converts Wasted Infrared Light Into Usable Energy
BlogMay 18, 2026

Nanoscale Device Converts Wasted Infrared Light Into Usable Energy

Researchers at the University of New South Wales have built a nanoscale solid‑state device that upconverts low‑energy infrared and red photons into higher‑energy visible light, achieving an 8.2% photon‑conversion efficiency—the highest reported for this architecture. The ultrathin film can be...

By Nanowerk
Berkeley Lab: New MatterChat Model Helps AI to ‘See’ the Language of Science
NewsMay 18, 2026

Berkeley Lab: New MatterChat Model Helps AI to ‘See’ the Language of Science

Berkeley Lab unveiled MatterChat, an AI framework that fuses large language models with physics‑based interatomic potential engines. By training a lightweight bridge on 143,000 crystal structures, the system translates 3‑D atomic data into language that LLMs can reason about, beating...

By EnterpriseAI
Vivica A. Fox Brings Back Her Triangular Pedicure in Gold Aquazzura Platforms
NewsMay 18, 2026

Vivica A. Fox Brings Back Her Triangular Pedicure in Gold Aquazzura Platforms

Vivica A. Fox returned to the red carpet with a striking white triangular pedicure paired with gold Aquazzura Aimée platform sandals at the 18th annual A Pink Pump Affair in Beverly Hills. The 130 mm platform features metallic straps and an open toe, allowing the...

By WWD (Women’s Wear Daily) – Fashion
How to Resist the Attention Economy — with Bill Burnett and Dave Evans
PodcastMay 18, 20260 min

How to Resist the Attention Economy — with Bill Burnett and Dave Evans

In this episode, Stanford educators Bill Burnett and Dave Evans discuss how the attention economy—driven by billion‑dollar tech firms—saps our focus and fuels doom‑scrolling. They argue that the antidote isn’t simply unplugging, but designing personal habits and environments that are...

By Prof G Media
TLC Musical ‘CrazySexyCool’ Reveals Cast: See the Lead Actresses
NewsMay 18, 2026

TLC Musical ‘CrazySexyCool’ Reveals Cast: See the Lead Actresses

Broadway‑trained actresses Holli’ Gabrielle Conway, Jade Milan and Stoney B. Woods will portray the three members of TLC in the new musical CrazySexyCool, debuting at Arena Stage’s Kreeger Theater in Washington, D.C. The production runs from June 12 through August 9 and...

By Billboard
'I'm Sorry Dave': NASA Is Working on an AI Chip to Help Next-Generation Spacecraft Think for Themselves — so Clearly...
NewsMay 18, 2026

'I'm Sorry Dave': NASA Is Working on an AI Chip to Help Next-Generation Spacecraft Think for Themselves — so Clearly...

NASA’s High‑Performance Spaceflight Computing (HPSC) project is unveiling a new radiation‑hardened AI processor that promises up to 100 times the computing power of current spaceflight hardware, with early tests indicating performance as high as 500 times. The multicore chip is engineered to...

By TechRadar Pro
Study Links Physical Resilience to Positive Aging Views Among Chinese Seniors
NewsMay 18, 2026

Study Links Physical Resilience to Positive Aging Views Among Chinese Seniors

Researchers led by Yao, Wang and Liu reported that higher physical resilience is strongly associated with more positive self‑perceptions of aging among community‑dwelling Chinese elders. The cross‑sectional study suggests that bolstering resilience could become a cornerstone of geriatric wellness strategies.

By Pulse
Banks Roll Out Free Travel Credits Worth Thousands, The Points Guy Says
NewsMay 18, 2026

Banks Roll Out Free Travel Credits Worth Thousands, The Points Guy Says

Major U.S. banks are launching travel‑credit programs that can provide thousands of dollars in free value each year, according to travel‑expert site The Points Guy. The offers aim to offset rising travel costs, but they come with spending requirements and...

By Pulse
Deep‑Sea “Brakes” Found Beneath Pacific May Have Stopped Megaquakes
NewsMay 18, 2026

Deep‑Sea “Brakes” Found Beneath Pacific May Have Stopped Megaquakes

Researchers from Indiana University Bloomington have identified hidden “brake zones” on the Gofar transform fault off Ecuador that appear to halt rupture growth, preventing larger earthquakes. The discovery explains the fault’s pattern of repeat magnitude‑6 quakes every five to six...

By Pulse
Stanford Student’s Essay Highlights Imposter Syndrome’s Grip on Creative Confidence
NewsMay 18, 2026

Stanford Student’s Essay Highlights Imposter Syndrome’s Grip on Creative Confidence

A Stanford student published a personal essay in the Stanford Daily describing how imposter syndrome undermined confidence while learning Lindy Hop. The piece details the internal doubts, the learning curve, and the broader lesson that confronting self‑doubt fuels personal growth...

By Pulse
Extensive Review Finds No Link Between Creatine and Hair Loss
NewsMay 18, 2026

Extensive Review Finds No Link Between Creatine and Hair Loss

Researchers analyzing more than 500 scientific papers and a recent 2025 clinical trial of 38 men found no causal connection between creatine supplementation and hair loss. The findings debunk a long‑standing belief that the popular performance aid triggers baldness, offering...

By Pulse
Micro‑Expeditions Surge as Busy Professionals Opt for Intense Short‑Term Adventures
NewsMay 18, 2026

Micro‑Expeditions Surge as Busy Professionals Opt for Intense Short‑Term Adventures

AirGuide and adventure‑travel data firm Much Better Adventures report a sharp rise in micro‑expedition bookings, with a 119% jump in Kyrgyzstan trips in 2025 and solo travelers accounting for over 70% of upcoming adventure reservations. The trend reflects a shift...

By Pulse
Divyanka Tripathi and Vivek Dahiya Reveal Pregnancy, Share Parenting Journey
NewsMay 18, 2026

Divyanka Tripathi and Vivek Dahiya Reveal Pregnancy, Share Parenting Journey

Divyanka Tripathi and Vivek Dahiya, celebrating their 10th wedding anniversary, announced a few months ago that they are expecting their first baby. The couple has been posting updates on pregnancy milestones, sparking excitement among fans and media alike. Their openness...

By Pulse
BMW 328 Bügelfalte Wins Best of Show as Vision ALPINA Debuts at Villa D’Este
NewsMay 18, 2026

BMW 328 Bügelfalte Wins Best of Show as Vision ALPINA Debuts at Villa D’Este

BMW’s 1937 328 Bügelfalte was crowned Best of Show at the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este 2026, earning owner Stefano Martinoli a bespoke A. Lange & Söhne timepiece. At the same event BMW unveiled the Vision BMW ALPINA grand tourer, a concept that blends heritage styling...

By Pulse
Chris Stapleton Reveals Savannah Re-Recording with Miranda Lambert at ACM Awards
NewsMay 18, 2026

Chris Stapleton Reveals Savannah Re-Recording with Miranda Lambert at ACM Awards

At the ACM Awards 2026, Chris Stapleton sat down with Billboard’s Ellie Thumann and Tetris Kelly to detail his recent re‑recording session with Miranda Lambert in Savannah. The candid interview underscored a growing appetite for joint reinterpretations among top country...

By Pulse
Lindsay C. Gibson Offers Fathers Concrete Steps to Raise Emotionally Mature Kids
NewsMay 18, 2026

Lindsay C. Gibson Offers Fathers Concrete Steps to Raise Emotionally Mature Kids

Psychologist and author Lindsay C. Gibson released her new guide, *How to Raise an Emotionally Mature Child*, with a dedicated chapter for fathers. The book stresses early self‑awareness, respectful communication, and the power of apologies to reshape a child’s emotional...

By Pulse
Paz Vega to Direct Feature 'Ana No' After Cannes Sale
NewsMay 18, 2026

Paz Vega to Direct Feature 'Ana No' After Cannes Sale

Spanish actress Paz Vega is set to direct her second feature, 'Ana No,' starring Ángela Molina. The film, based on a novel by Goncourt‑prize finalist Agustín Gómez Arcos, was sold at Cannes by Film Factory Entertainment and will begin shooting...

By Pulse
Bolaji Ogunmola Breaks Typecasting Chains, Turns to Business for Career Resilience
NewsMay 18, 2026

Bolaji Ogunmola Breaks Typecasting Chains, Turns to Business for Career Resilience

In a candid interview with JayOnAir, Nollywood actress Bolaji Ogunmola exposed the industry’s bias that confined her to “side‑chick” roles and explained how she pivoted to entrepreneurship and financial planning to sustain her career. Her story underscores the power of...

By Pulse
Steven Soderbergh’s Cannes Documentary Uses Meta AI for 10% of Visuals, Igniting Transparency Debate
NewsMay 18, 2026

Steven Soderbergh’s Cannes Documentary Uses Meta AI for 10% of Visuals, Igniting Transparency Debate

Steven Soderbergh revealed that roughly one‑tenth of his Cannes‑premiered John Lennon documentary was created with Meta’s AI tools, prompting critics to question the ethics of undisclosed AI use in art. The director argues the disclosure itself is a protest against...

By Pulse
James Beard Finalist Evan Hennessey Highlights Foraged, Local Cuisine on CBS Boston
NewsMay 18, 2026

James Beard Finalist Evan Hennessey Highlights Foraged, Local Cuisine on CBS Boston

Chef Evan Hennessey, a 2026 James Beard Award finalist and three‑time Chopped champion, demonstrated his foraged and locally sourced menu on CBS Boston. The segment highlighted his commitment to sustainability and artistic plating, signaling a growing trend among elite chefs.

By Pulse
Somerset Couple Leaves Jobs for 20,500‑Mile, Two‑Year Charity Cycle
NewsMay 18, 2026

Somerset Couple Leaves Jobs for 20,500‑Mile, Two‑Year Charity Cycle

Jonas Pollard and Margaux Dumas of Bath, Somerset, have quit their jobs to embark on a two‑year, 20,500‑mile cycling trek from Alaska to Argentina. The duo aims to raise £33,000 (about $42,000) for World Bicycle Relief and the Sue Ryder charity,...

By Pulse
Normal HbA1c Levels May Hide Diabetes Risk, Study Warns Biohackers
NewsMay 18, 2026

Normal HbA1c Levels May Hide Diabetes Risk, Study Warns Biohackers

Researchers led by Dr. Anoop Misra published a Lancet Regional Health study showing that a normal HbA1c reading can conceal early diabetes in Indian populations. The paper recommends a suite of tests—including OGTT, fasting plasma glucose and continuous glucose monitoring—to...

By Pulse
Inside Louis Vuitton’s Hidden Museum: A Century of Heritage Preserved
NewsMay 18, 2026

Inside Louis Vuitton’s Hidden Museum: A Century of Heritage Preserved

Louis Vuitton maintains a discreet museum on the outskirts of Paris where more than a century of trunks, sketches and artifacts are stored. Creative director Nicolas Ghesquière and family descendant Pierre‑Louis Vuitton oversee the archive, using its history to inspire...

By Pulse
Moza Al Falasi Debuts 'Unfolding' In Dubai, Turning Personal Grief Into Multi‑Media Art
NewsMay 18, 2026

Moza Al Falasi Debuts 'Unfolding' In Dubai, Turning Personal Grief Into Multi‑Media Art

Emirati artist Moza Al Falasi opened her debut solo exhibition, "Unfolding," at Dubai's Tashkeel arts centre. The multi‑media show channels recent personal losses into sculpture, photography, sound and 3D‑printed forms, marking a milestone for the rising creator and for Middle...

By Pulse
Brooklyn Rail Announces 'Publishing-in-Transit' Zoom Panel on Future of Publishing
NewsMay 18, 2026

Brooklyn Rail Announces 'Publishing-in-Transit' Zoom Panel on Future of Publishing

Brooklyn Rail is convening a Zoom conversation called Publishing-in-Transit, featuring poets Jennifer Baker, rob mclennan, Misha Solomon and contributor Cole Swensen. The event, funded by the Marion Boulton Kippy Stroud Foundation and the Teiger Foundation, will explore emerging publishing models...

By Pulse
SciBase Shows Nevisense Detects Age‑Related Skin Barrier Changes with 0.69 Correlation
NewsMay 18, 2026

SciBase Shows Nevisense Detects Age‑Related Skin Barrier Changes with 0.69 Correlation

SciBase Holding AB announced that its Nevisense electrical impedance spectroscopy platform can identify age‑related skin barrier alterations, delivering a composite score that correlates with age at a Spearman rho of 0.69. The findings were unveiled at the 2026 Society for...

By Pulse
MIKEY DOLING Hopes To Release Long-Awaited New SNOT LP In Early 2027: 'We Mean Business With This Album'
NewsMay 18, 2026

MIKEY DOLING Hopes To Release Long-Awaited New SNOT LP In Early 2027: 'We Mean Business With This Album'

SNOT guitarist Mikey Doling announced that the band is deep into recording a long‑awaited new album with producer Chris Collier, featuring new frontman Andy Knapp who debuted live in early 2025. Eight songs are already tracked and the group is targeting...

By Blabbermouth
On This Day in 1974, Ray Stevens Was at No. 1 With a Song That Was Boosted by a Headline-Making...
NewsMay 18, 2026

On This Day in 1974, Ray Stevens Was at No. 1 With a Song That Was Boosted by a Headline-Making...

On May 18 1974 Ray Stevens’ novelty single “The Streak” began a three‑week reign at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100. The song, inspired by the 1970s streaking craze, also reached #3 on the country chart and topped charts in Canada, the United...

By American Songwriter
Living Abroad Revealed New Parenting Boundaries Beyond US Norms
SocialMay 18, 2026

Living Abroad Revealed New Parenting Boundaries Beyond US Norms

Moving my family abroad completely shattered my framework for how to raise kids. Before we left the US, my daughters had actually developed a real reluctance around playgrounds. Their physical boundaries weren't being respected, and navigating that rough "boy energy" always...

By Zach Lincoln
ADULT. & A Place To Bury Strangers Announce Co-Headline Fall Tour
NewsMay 18, 2026

ADULT. & A Place To Bury Strangers Announce Co-Headline Fall Tour

ADULT. and A Place To Bury Strangers have unveiled a co‑headlining fall tour across the United States. The 15‑date run kicks off on Nov 5 in Kingston, NY and concludes on Nov 21 in Detroit, with stops in major markets such as...

By BrooklynVegan
LDL Cholesterol and Uridine Predict Alzheimer’s Clinical Progression
SocialMay 18, 2026

LDL Cholesterol and Uridine Predict Alzheimer’s Clinical Progression

LDL cholesterol and uridine levels in blood are potential nutritional biomarkers for clinical progression in Alzheimer's disease: The NUDAD project https://t.co/ue8hzAvOnA

By Michael Lustgarten, PhD