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25 Years Ago, Sum 41 Achieved a Major Milestone That Left the Band’s Frontman Feeling ‘Immediate Embarrassment’
NewsMay 8, 2026

25 Years Ago, Sum 41 Achieved a Major Milestone That Left the Band’s Frontman Feeling ‘Immediate Embarrassment’

In a 2021 Billboard interview marking the 20th anniversary of *All Killer No Filler*, Sum 41 frontman Deryck Whibley admitted he still feels “immediate embarrassment” about the album’s runaway success. The record, propelled by the chart‑topping singles “Fat Lip” and...

By VICE (Music)
How Perfectionism Holds Entrepreneurs Back — and ‘Good Enough’ Propels Them Forward
NewsMay 8, 2026

How Perfectionism Holds Entrepreneurs Back — and ‘Good Enough’ Propels Them Forward

The article argues that entrepreneurial perfectionism functions as a planning addiction that stalls real‑world testing and growth. By embracing a "good enough" mindset, founders can launch early, gather data, and iterate rapidly instead of spending months on unvalidated features. Speed...

By Entrepreneur
Axiom Readies for Yearlong Spacesuit Qualification Testing
NewsMay 8, 2026

Axiom Readies for Yearlong Spacesuit Qualification Testing

NASA’s Artemis program relies on Axiom Space to deliver its next‑generation xEMU lunar suits. Axiom has secured a $228.5 million task order to build four suits for Artemis IV and is beginning a year‑long qualification campaign that includes vibration, thermal‑vacuum and lander‑interface...

By Aerospace America (AIAA)
Munich’s Eisbach River Wave Is Back
NewsMay 8, 2026

Munich’s Eisbach River Wave Is Back

After a six‑month absence, Munich’s iconic Eisbach river wave has naturally returned and the city granted official permission to surf it on May 8, 2026. The reopening follows a 2025 fatality that prompted stricter safety regulations, including age limits, a buddy...

By The Inertia
Mabwell IPO Highlights China’s Rising Biologics Powerhouse
SocialMay 8, 2026

Mabwell IPO Highlights China’s Rising Biologics Powerhouse

Do you remember the company which sold their IL11 nanobody to Google Calico after it realized that after 13 years in the business they need a drug for aging? The company is called Mabwell and they just listed in Hong...

By Alex Zhavoronkov, PhD
Cupra Raval
NewsMay 8, 2026

Cupra Raval

Spanish‑born Cupra has turned into a core VW Group brand, outselling Seat three‑to‑one in the UK in 2026. The new Cupra Raval, the first of four super‑mini EVs on the MEB+ platform, arrives with a sport‑tuned chassis, 10 mm wider tracks...

By Autocar
AI Triples Amazon eBook Volume, Floods Market with Slop
SocialMay 8, 2026

AI Triples Amazon eBook Volume, Floods Market with Slop

If you thought the book market was crowded before, it's even worse now. Since the release of AI, the number of new eBooks published on Amazon has jumped 3x from 100,000 to 300,000 per month. And established authors who've published books...

By Alex Wieckowski (Alex and Books)
Peptides: Separating Social Media Hype From Real Science
SocialMay 8, 2026

Peptides: Separating Social Media Hype From Real Science

Sat down with the Science Quickly podcast to chat peptides — what's the internet hype and what's the science? A fun conversation about an increasingly cursed topic. https://www.scientificamerican.com/podcast/episode/the-science-behind-social-medias-peptide-obsession/

By Victoria Song
Oasis Documentary, From 'Peaky Blinders' Creator, Finally Gets a Release Date
NewsMay 8, 2026

Oasis Documentary, From 'Peaky Blinders' Creator, Finally Gets a Release Date

The iconic British band Oasis will debut an untitled documentary in IMAX theaters on September 11, 2026, followed by a global streaming release on Disney+ and Hulu later that year. The film, written by Steven Knight—renowned for "Peaky Blinders" and...

By Men’s Journal
Mixed Results for Targeted Focal Cooling During Stroke Thrombectomy
NewsMay 8, 2026

Mixed Results for Targeted Focal Cooling During Stroke Thrombectomy

Two Chinese phase‑III trials presented at ESOC 2026 yielded opposing conclusions on intra‑arterial hypothermia during endovascular thrombectomy for acute ischemic stroke. CHILL‑ART reported a 54.7% functional‑independence rate versus 39.8% with sham, translating to a number‑needed‑to‑treat of seven, and a modest reduction...

By TCTMD
Men Deserve Equal Fertility Testing, Not Just Semen Count
SocialMay 8, 2026

Men Deserve Equal Fertility Testing, Not Just Semen Count

The average couple at a fertility clinic gets the woman tested across multiple organ systems and hormonal axes before the man gets a single semen analysis. She gets an HSG, ultrasounds, AMH, FSH, thyroid, and prolactin. He gets a basic...

By Preethi Kasireddy
Organic Synaptic Transistors for Sustainable AI Developed
NewsMay 8, 2026

Organic Synaptic Transistors for Sustainable AI Developed

University of Missouri researchers have created organic synaptic transistors that merge memory and processing, mimicking brain‑like efficiency. The devices leverage a finely tuned semiconductor‑dielectric interface, allowing them to learn and adapt with far lower power than conventional chips. In prototype...

By Neuroscience News
Exhibitors Monetize Momentum with Sold‑out Karaoke Screenings
SocialMay 8, 2026

Exhibitors Monetize Momentum with Sold‑out Karaoke Screenings

#Lionsgate & #Universal might be leaving money on the table not kicking off singalong sessions of #MICHAEL, but exhibitors will find their own creative ways to monetise momentum. In #Paris, the giant, iconic #LeGrandRex came up with special sessions followed by...

By Luiz Fernando
Paper Mill Waste and Liquid Metal Combine Into a 96% Efficient Solar Absorber
BlogMay 8, 2026

Paper Mill Waste and Liquid Metal Combine Into a 96% Efficient Solar Absorber

Researchers have engineered a coating that blends paper‑mill lignin with gallium‑indium liquid‑metal nanoparticles, achieving 96% broadband solar absorption. The graded structure traps light and channels heat, raising surface temperature to about 75 °C under one‑sun and delivering a power density of...

By Nanowerk
The Avett Brothers Announce October 2026 Co-Bill With Drive-By Truckers At New Memphis Venue
NewsMay 8, 2026

The Avett Brothers Announce October 2026 Co-Bill With Drive-By Truckers At New Memphis Venue

The Avett Brothers announced a co‑bill with Drive‑By Truckers for October 1, 2026 at Memphis’ brand‑new Grind City Amp, a riverfront venue that seats up to 4,500 for general admission and 3,500 seated. A second joint show follows on October 2 in Tuscaloosa,...

By JamBase
Hunter Schafer Risks Wardrobe Malfunction in Fully-Shredded Top
NewsMay 8, 2026

Hunter Schafer Risks Wardrobe Malfunction in Fully-Shredded Top

Hunter Schafer fronted Mugler’s latest campaign video wearing a black, shredded‑fabric top that teetered on the edge of a wardrobe malfunction. The avant‑garde piece featured long strips of fabric that swayed with her movement, exposing flashes of skin while structured...

By The Fashion Spot
Heavy Song of the Week: Darkthrone Unite Badass Metal and Cerebral Prog on “They Found One of My Graves”
NewsMay 8, 2026

Heavy Song of the Week: Darkthrone Unite Badass Metal and Cerebral Prog on “They Found One of My Graves”

Norwegian metal veterans Darkthrone have dropped the lead single “They Found One of My Graves,” the opening track from their upcoming album Pre‑Historic Metal. The four‑minute song channels late‑70s/early‑80s doom, heavy rock and early speed metal before erupting into a...

By Consequence
Progress Comes After the First Two Awkward Attempts
SocialMay 8, 2026

Progress Comes After the First Two Awkward Attempts

The first rep of anything sucks. You don't know how to do it yet. It's going to feel awkward. The second rep also sucks. You're going to try something different to see if "that works instead." Third rep works. Now, you can...

By Nicolas Cole
Antarctic Sea Ice Defied Global Warming for Decades – Now, Hidden Ocean Heat Is Breaking Through
NewsMay 8, 2026

Antarctic Sea Ice Defied Global Warming for Decades – Now, Hidden Ocean Heat Is Breaking Through

Antarctic sea ice, long‑seen as a climate outlier, has entered a rapid decline after 2015, with 2023 winter extent hitting a record low that statistical analysis deems a one‑in‑3.5‑million event. A new scientific study links the shift to deep Southern...

By The Conversation – Business + Economy (US)
‘It’ Star James Ransone’s Wife Gets Real About Raising Children Alone After His Death
NewsMay 8, 2026

‘It’ Star James Ransone’s Wife Gets Real About Raising Children Alone After His Death

Jamie McPhee, widow of actor James Ransone, who died by suicide in December 2025 at age 46, is publicly sharing her experience as a single mother to their 7‑year‑old son Jack and 4‑year‑old daughter Violet. On Jack’s birthday she posted...

By Men’s Journal
How Caffeine Alters the Human Brain’s Electrical Braking System
NewsMay 8, 2026

How Caffeine Alters the Human Brain’s Electrical Braking System

A study published in Clinical Neurophysiology found that ingesting 200 mg of caffeine—equivalent to two strong cups of coffee—enhances short‑latency afferent inhibition measured with a constant‑stimulus transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) protocol. The effect peaked when the sensory pulse preceded the motor...

By PsyPost
Ana Inês Inácio Designs the Future of Wireless
NewsMay 8, 2026

Ana Inês Inácio Designs the Future of Wireless

Ana Inês Inácio, a senior IEEE member and scientist at the Netherlands Organization for Applied Scientific Research (TNO), designs integrated RF front‑end circuits that power next‑generation wireless systems, including 6G, satellite links, and IoT sensor networks. Her work focuses on...

By IEEE Spectrum — All
Volvo Criticizes In-Car Subscriptions: 'You Shouldn't Nickel-And-Dime Customers'
NewsMay 8, 2026

Volvo Criticizes In-Car Subscriptions: 'You Shouldn't Nickel-And-Dime Customers'

Volvo has launched production of the EX60, its first electric vehicle built in Sweden, while investing over $1 billion in megacasting and cell‑to‑body technology at the Torslanda plant. The company assembles battery packs in‑house from Chinese cells, allowing tighter cost control...

By Motor1
Our Universe Has an Evil Twin. Scientists Say It’s the Reason Matter Exists.
NewsMay 8, 2026

Our Universe Has an Evil Twin. Scientists Say It’s the Reason Matter Exists.

A new study in the European Physical Journal C proposes that the Big Bang spawned a mirror universe with opposite spatial orientation and reversed time flow. This paired‑universe scenario preserves global CPT symmetry while allowing local violations that could create a...

By Popular Mechanics
This Mom Makes a Compelling Case for More Free Play—Here's What Experts Think
NewsMay 8, 2026

This Mom Makes a Compelling Case for More Free Play—Here's What Experts Think

Parents are enrolling children in more extracurriculars, but pediatric nurse practitioner Mary Catherine warns that early overscheduling can cause stress and health issues. Experts Dr. Zishan Khan and Dr. Ulrick Vieux confirm that chronic over‑commitment leads to anxiety, sleep disturbances,...

By Parents
Practice Makes Perfect in The Piano Teacher
BlogMay 8, 2026

Practice Makes Perfect in The Piano Teacher

Michael Haneke’s 2001 film The Piano Teacher, adapted from Elfriede Jelinek’s Nobel‑winning novel, premiered at Cannes and earned Isabelle Huppert a Best Actress award. The austere drama follows Erika Kohut, a disciplined conservatory teacher whose repressed sexuality erupts into a...

By Crooked Marquee
Star Fox Switch 2 Soundtrack Songs Already on Nintendo Music
NewsMay 8, 2026

Star Fox Switch 2 Soundtrack Songs Already on Nintendo Music

Nintendo has added a "Special Release" of ten Star Fox Switch 2 tracks to its Nintendo Music app, available now to Nintendo Switch Online subscribers on iOS and Android. The playlist features familiar cues such as the Title Theme, Corneria, and...

By Siliconera
Want to Ride Strong While Using GLP-1s? Experts Explain How to Strike the Right Balance.
NewsMay 8, 2026

Want to Ride Strong While Using GLP-1s? Experts Explain How to Strike the Right Balance.

The article outlines how cyclists using GLP‑1 weight‑loss drugs like Ozempic or Wegovy can maintain performance by prioritizing intentional fueling, hydration, and strength training. It stresses that appetite suppression from these medications requires pre‑ride carbohydrate snacks and post‑ride protein‑carb meals...

By Bicycling
Stop Renting Rug Doctor: Experts Rate 2026’s 14 Best Carpet Cleaners for UK Homes – One Is Under £80
NewsMay 8, 2026

Stop Renting Rug Doctor: Experts Rate 2026’s 14 Best Carpet Cleaners for UK Homes – One Is Under £80

Independent testers evaluated 14 carpet‑cleaning machines for UK homes, highlighting the Shark CarpetXpert Deep Clean as the overall winner at about £200 (≈$250). The Vax Smartwash Pet‑Design and Bissell ProHeat 2X Revolution Pet Pro earned top marks for pet owners,...

By Netmums
Lactate Regeneration of NAD⁺ Keeps Glycolysis Running
SocialMay 8, 2026

Lactate Regeneration of NAD⁺ Keeps Glycolysis Running

As exercise intensity increases, ATP demand rises sharply and glycolytic flux accelerates. At some point, mitochondria cannot oxidize pyruvate fast enough to match the rate at which it is being produced. At the same time, glycolysis itself depends on the...

By Iñigo San‑Millán, PhD
Digital Memory Paradox: Social Networking “Mutes” Content Learning
NewsMay 8, 2026

Digital Memory Paradox: Social Networking “Mutes” Content Learning

A University of Bristol study found that joining online communities or following pages shifts mental effort from learning content to mapping social connections. Participants showed a 40% drop in content recall but a 65% rise in remembering who knows whom....

By Neuroscience News
Self‑Worth Comes From Within, Not External Validation
SocialMay 8, 2026

Self‑Worth Comes From Within, Not External Validation

Your self worth and esteem have to be an INSIDE game, not an outside game.

By GaryVee
Taste Trumps Price: Invest in Menu Innovation
SocialMay 8, 2026

Taste Trumps Price: Invest in Menu Innovation

One reason many #restaurants continue to do well in this environment: consumers prioritize food taste and flavor over low price when selecting a restaurant. Trying to skimp on menu investment/innovation to keep prices low will likely backfire for many. https://t.co/IxTEaD2enO

By David Henkes
“AFFECTION”
BlogMay 8, 2026

“AFFECTION”

"Affection" is a 90‑minute indie horror‑thriller that debuted this weekend in a limited theatrical run after a niche festival circuit. Written and directed by first‑time filmmaker BT Meza, the film stars Jessica Rothe, Joseph Cross and Julianna Layne, and follows...

By Next Best Picture
EMG Rankings Overvalue Knee Work, Undervalue Hip Hinges
SocialMay 8, 2026

EMG Rankings Overvalue Knee Work, Undervalue Hip Hinges

Many coaches and programs historically ranked exercises purely by peak %MVIC from EMG studies (e.g., “Nordics = best for BF”). This pushed knee-dominant work heavily while undervaluing hip-hinge patterns for overall posterior chain development and injury resilience.

By William Wayland
Launch $5K Grants to Fuel Dream Pursuits
SocialMay 8, 2026

Launch $5K Grants to Fuel Dream Pursuits

Runnin' Down a Dream started as a talk, became a book, & is now a foundation. We want to help people that need a boost to chase their dreams. New website: https://t.co/ktFT95hSRE $5K grants for people that yearn to follow their...

By Bill Gurley
Dear Stocked Trout, Thanks for Everything
NewsMay 8, 2026

Dear Stocked Trout, Thanks for Everything

The author reflects on two decades of fishing stocked rainbow trout in Pennsylvania’s Loyalsock Creek, noting that hatchery releases have risen dramatically since a 2011 flood reshaped the stream. He contrasts the fleeting, heat‑sensitive nature of stocked fish with the...

By Field & Stream
Creative Cognitive Expansion Beats Trendy Offloading
SocialMay 8, 2026

Creative Cognitive Expansion Beats Trendy Offloading

cognitive expansion > cognitive offloading so far, I see far more excitement about the latter, but the former requires creativity and is the real alpha

By Scott Belsky
Mixtape Earns High Scores From Beethoven & Dinosaur, Annapurna
SocialMay 8, 2026

Mixtape Earns High Scores From Beethoven & Dinosaur, Annapurna

Good to see these high review scores for Mixtape from Johnny Galvatron's Beethoven & Dinosaur and Annapurna. https://t.co/NcnoJBZBMc

By Dean Takahashi
Kneecap Lose Out to Michael Jackson in Battle for UK Number One
NewsMay 8, 2026

Kneecap Lose Out to Michael Jackson in Battle for UK Number One

Irish rap trio Kneecap saw their second album FENIAN top the Official UK Vinyl Albums Chart, but it was eclipsed on the overall UK Albums Chart by Michael Jackson’s 2005 compilation The Essential Michael Jackson. The Jackson resurgence follows the release of the...

By Prog (Louder)
Invite Birds Home with Charming, Safe Birdhouses
SocialMay 8, 2026

Invite Birds Home with Charming, Safe Birdhouses

Attract feathered friends and provide a safe and charming home for a range of species with these beautiful birdhouses. https://t.co/PTppuFtVV8 https://t.co/iy9HjlwvTg

By Bob Vila
George Will Reviews My Book on Young Graduates
SocialMay 8, 2026

George Will Reviews My Book on Young Graduates

So George Will has some thoughts on my book today, and the young college grads I wrote about. https://t.co/ImE131hUPZ https://t.co/B4GlRHqZ8j

By Noam Scheiber
There Are No Hantavirus Treatments. The Deadly Cruise-Ship Outbreak Is a ...
NewsMay 8, 2026

There Are No Hantavirus Treatments. The Deadly Cruise-Ship Outbreak Is a ...

A deadly hantavirus outbreak aboard a cruise ship has claimed three lives, underscoring the absence of any approved treatment for the disease. Researchers previously secured a $22 million U.S. government grant to develop a monoclonal antibody that neutralizes the Andes virus,...

By Myfxbook — Latest Forex News
Student Athletes Under‑Fuel, Risk Injury—Fix Nutrition Now
SocialMay 8, 2026

Student Athletes Under‑Fuel, Risk Injury—Fix Nutrition Now

Most student athletes: • Under-fuel without realizing it • Eating “healthy” but not enough for sport • Training hard while under-recovering This leads to: – Low energy – Poor recovery – Increased injury risk 🔗 How to fix it! 🔗https://t.co/BVq5dLuPsS https://t.co/B2lgI4qRD2

By Wendi Irlbeck, MS, RDN, CISSN
Discomfort Signals Truth; Choose Change over Comfort
SocialMay 8, 2026

Discomfort Signals Truth; Choose Change over Comfort

You are not stuck… you are just avoiding the truth. That uncomfortable feeling is not random. It is telling you something is off. Most people choose comfort instead of change. Are you one of them? https://t.co/Y6lZtBXQpA

By Scott Leese
10 Cancer-Prevention Habits Oncologists Do Every Day
NewsMay 8, 2026

10 Cancer-Prevention Habits Oncologists Do Every Day

Oncologists are modeling cancer‑prevention habits they recommend to patients, from cutting alcohol entirely to eating a plant‑forward diet rich in fiber. They aim for about 30 grams of fiber daily, cook at home, get 7‑9 hours of sleep, and incorporate strength...

By TIME
Ignore Imagined High School Judgments; Start Writing Online
SocialMay 8, 2026

Ignore Imagined High School Judgments; Start Writing Online

Stop letting the imaginary opinions of your high school friends keep you from writing on the internet

By Dickie Bush
From Suffering to Self‑Creation: The Miracle of Renewal
SocialMay 8, 2026

From Suffering to Self‑Creation: The Miracle of Renewal

"The miracle is that we rise again out of suffering... The miracle is that we create ourselves anew." Such a wonderful, wonderful read: https://t.co/jGaZ49cEGM

By Maria Popova
Public Domain Release Sparks Potential Updated Edition
SocialMay 8, 2026

Public Domain Release Sparks Potential Updated Edition

Since this is now public domain, maybe I will write an updated edition … https://t.co/HpwDemQR0N

By Gary Marcus