The Tiwa Savage Foundation Is Here To Train The Next Generation Of African Music Stars
Tiwa Savage, one of Africa’s most prominent Afrobeats stars, has launched the Tiwa Savage Foundation in partnership with Berklee College of Music. The inaugural week-long program, held April 22‑26, brought together 120 aspiring musicians, producers, songwriters, and business students for intensive workshops and mentorship. Participants performed original works at a finale in Lagos, and 18 of the most promising talents secured $2.3 million in scholarships to continue studies at Berklee. The initiative aims to formalize music education on the continent and unlock untapped creative potential.
Budget Claims Clash with Therapy Funding Reality
I know Jacob keeps saying the budget for s2 hasn’t increased, but then how are they gonna pay for all our therapy sessions?!
Old-Fashioned Sour Cream Donuts Recipe
The Tasting Table recipe shows how to make ten old‑fashioned sour‑cream donuts in just 45 minutes of prep and 12 minutes of frying. Using cake flour, sour cream, and a quick‑rise leavening mix, the dough stays dense yet tender, while...
Bharat Vedica Contrasts Fast Living with Slow Food in New Brand Film
Bharat Vedica unveiled a brand film called “The Art of Slowing Down,” showcasing traditional Indian food practices. The video contrasts today’s fast‑paced lifestyles with time‑intensive methods such as making Bilona ghee, wood‑pressed oils and stone‑ground flours. It emphasizes patience, cultivation...
Commit to Change or Make Excuses—Choose Wisely
“If you're serious about changing your life, you'll find a way. If not, you'll find an excuse.” — Jen Sincero
Ye Makes Courtroom Joke During ‘DONDA’ Listening Event Sampling Dispute
Kanye West, now known as Ye, appeared in an Atlanta courtroom to defend a copyright lawsuit tied to his 2021 Donda listening event. Producers DJ Khalil, Sam Barsh, John Mease and Dan Seeff claim Ye sampled their composition “MSD PT2”...
The Third Generation of On Cloudmonster Unites Every Runner
On’s third‑generation Cloudmonster line now offers three distinct models—Cloudmonster 3, Cloudmonster 3 Hyper, and LightSpray Cloudmonster 3 Hyper—each engineered for a specific running style. The base Cloudmonster 3 delivers triple‑layer CloudTec cushioning and a nylon Speedboard for consistent energy return on everyday runs. The Hyper version...
Taking Exams Among Plants to Improve Concentration
The Plants & Flowers Foundation Holland (PFFH) and industry partners have launched a pilot that places living plant walls in secondary‑school examination halls across four Dutch cities. The green installations aim to cut stress and boost concentration, with research showing...
Harrison Gordon Sign To Hopeless Records And Share Emotionally-Charged Single ‘Pretty’
Illinois‑based indie rock outfit Harrison Gordon has officially signed to Hopeless Records and released the single “Pretty.” The track delivers an urgent, emotionally charged critique of society’s reliance on screens and the erosion of face‑to‑face connection. The band is supporting...
Rick Ross Requests “No Drake Vocals” During Verzuz Battle
During his May 7, 2026 Complex Verzuz showdown with French Montana, Rick Ross insisted on playing a version of his 2008 hit “Aston Martin Music” that omitted Drake’s guest vocals. The request was made live as the producers queued the...
Rigs of the 2026 Highland Trail 550 (HT550)
The 13th annual Highland Trail 550 (HT550) kicks off tomorrow in Scotland with over 60 riders, half of whom are women. Organizers collected detailed bike, bag, and gear specs from nearly 40 participants, showcasing a wide spectrum of high‑end and custom...
Mona Kattan’s Kayali Teams up with Calm to Make Wellbeing Tools More Accessible
Fragrance brand Kayali, founded by Mona Kattan, has partnered with mental‑health app Calm. For the month of May, every Kayali online purchase includes a unique code that unlocks three months of Calm Premium for free. The offer gives users full...
FLANNELS to Launch “The House of Summer”; A Three-Week Mexican Inspired Womenswear Showcase at Oxford Street Flagship
FLANNELS is unveiling “The House of Summer,” a three‑week Mexican‑inspired womenswear pop‑up at its Oxford Street flagship from May 1 to May 23, 2026. The basement space will be transformed into a Tulum‑evoking resort environment showcasing a curated edit of 15 international brands,...
Painting After Certainty
Romanian painter Gili Mocanu, active since the early 2000s, continues to defy conventional categories with work that oscillates between abstraction, figuration, and textual elements. Recent solo shows at Arsmonitor, including "Don’t Cry Anymore, Gili" and "As If," highlight his mirror series,...
Beatles Solo Albums Ranked Worst to Best
The article ranks every Beatles member’s solo releases from worst to best, covering over 65 albums spanning the 1970s to posthumous collections. It notes that while some projects fell into dated clichés, others—especially George Harrison’s and John Lennon’s comebacks—have grown...
FDA Approves the First PROTAC in History, a $1B siRNA Wave Hits Cardiometabolic Disease, and Cytokinetics Cracks Non-Obstructive HCM –...
The FDA granted its first-ever approval for a PROTAC drug, Arvinas’ Veppanu, targeting ESR1‑mutated metastatic breast cancer, marking a regulatory milestone for targeted protein degradation. In parallel, precision‑medicine siRNA deals surged: Madrigal paid $25 million upfront (up to $975 million in milestones)...
Join Sleep Week: New Meditations & Expert Guidance
What's your biggest sleep struggle? Racing thoughts? Can't fall asleep? Wake up at 3am and can't get back down? Introducing Sleep Week on the 10% with Dan Harris app—six days of sleep-focused content, 10 new sleep meditations, podcast episodes with leading...
Gary Snyder's Wisdom: Unbreaking the World on His Birthday
Gary Snyder – one of the great spirits of the past century, born on this day in 1930 – on how to unbreak the world https://t.co/K7I8kW7LYn
"A Perfect Ending": Downton Abbey 3 Is Now Available to Stream This Weekend
The third Downton Abbey film, *The Grand Finale*, has entered UK streaming on Sky Cinema and NOW, with monthly fees of £11 (≈$14) and £6.99 (≈$9) respectively. The period drama wraps up the story that began in 2010, following the Crawley...
Hidden Traps Steal Hours Even when You Work Faster
My newsletter used to take 8 hours. Now it takes 90 minutes. That’s 6.5 hours back every week. So why was I working more than ever? The answer was three traps I didn’t see coming: https://t.co/JReXSvsFjc
How Adi Shankar Brought Papa Roach and Hanumankind Together for ‘Devil May Cry’ Song ‘See U In Hell’
Adi Shankar teamed with Netflix music chief Arun Ganapathy to commission a new song for the second season of the animated *Devil May Cry* series. American rock outfit Papa Roach and Indian‑born rapper Hanumankind recorded “See U In Hell,” a rap‑metal track that mirrors the conflicted...
In-Home Personal Care Services for Everyday Support
In‑home personal care services provide tailored assistance with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, mobility, and medication reminders, enabling seniors and recovering patients to stay safely at home. Care plans are customized, ranging from a few weekly visits to round‑the‑clock...
Paramount+ and HBO Max Set to Merge Into Single Streaming Platform – Here Is Everything We Know
Paramount Skydance’s $77 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery will merge Paramount+ and HBO Max into a single streaming service, aiming to serve more than 200 million subscribers. The combined platform will unite extensive libraries—from NFL and Star Trek to Game of Thrones and DC titles—while retaining...
The Last Dinner Party Share Storming New Single ‘Big Dog’ & Poem ‘Come All You Beasts’
British indie‑rock outfit The Last Dinner Party has dropped a new single titled “Big Dog,” paired with a spoken‑word piece called “Come All You Beasts.” The poem, written by bassist Georgia Davies, extends the storytelling arc of their sophomore album...
Diadora's Equipe Brings '70s Style Into the Present
Diadora is re‑launching two iconic 1970s sneakers, the Equipe Vela and Equipe Revenge, for its Spring/Summer 2026 collection. Both models blend the brand’s classic “Fregio” logo with modern materials—nylon, suede, mesh and metallic accents—to deliver retro aesthetics and contemporary performance. The...
Aldi Thanks Shoppers for Helping to Raise £13 Million for Teenage Cancer Trust
Aldi announced it has raised £13 million (≈ $16.6 million) for the Teenage Cancer Trust, surpassing its original £10 million target for 2027 two years early. The fundraising effort, driven by employee challenges and shopper donations since 2017, will be celebrated with a “Walk...
Carmel Coach Chris Plumb Discusses Program Success on ISCA Podcast (Video)
International Swim Coaches Association featured Carmel Swim Club head coach Chris Plumb on its Lane One: Make Waves podcast. Plumb, who guided three Carmel swimmers to the 2024 Paris Olympics and oversaw the high school's 40th consecutive girls state title,...
MacFarmlin – ‘Amber’ EP
Jonas Axt’s project MacFarmlin debuts with the “Amber” EP, a six‑track blend of folk, chamber‑rock, and atmospheric songwriting. The record explores anxiety and inner conflict through mountain‑laden metaphors, highlighted by tracks such as “Alaska,” “Amber,” and “169 Avel.” Axt will...
King Cangin Making an Impact With High Energy Project “Brooklyn Buddha”
Brooklyn-born rapper King Cangin releases his debut album "Brooklyn Buddha," blending gritty boom‑bap with spiritual themes. The project reflects his personal transformation after a knee surgery forced a career shift from teaching to music. Featuring collaborations with Big Body Bes,...
From Trap Culture to Streetwear Culture: Why Trapped Out Apparel Is Resonating With Hip-Hop
Trapped Out Apparel, an Atlanta‑based streetwear label founded by Shamol Thomas, is gaining traction in hip‑hop and broader fashion circles. The brand translates trap culture’s themes of hustle and resilience into graphic tees and tracksuits that have been spotted on...
MONÉT MERCHAND The Global Pop Arrival Has Officially Begun
Monét Merchand’s debut single “KOKORO” cracked the iTunes Global Top 10, landing at #9 alongside icons like Michael Jackson and Lady Gaga. The independent artist amassed 3.7 million streams on Boom‑play and is gaining traction across YouTube, radio and international press. Her rise...
New Planet of the Apes Film On The Way
Matt Shakman and Josh Friedman have been tapped to spearhead a fresh reboot of the *Planet of the Apes* franchise for 20th Century Studios. Shakman will serve as director and producer, while Friedman will pen an original screenplay, working alongside producers...
Brain Imaging Reveals Migraine Headache Subtypes
A Stanford team used functional MRI on 111 migraine patients and 51 controls to uncover two biologically distinct migraine subtypes. Cluster 1 resembled healthy brains and was linked to milder attacks, while Cluster 2 showed altered cortical‑subcortical blood flow, older age, longer‑lasting...
Fatherhood: It's About Showing Up, Not Perfection
#Fatherhood isn’t about getting it all right. It’s about showing up. Get inspired here: https://t.co/qbgo2YZf4T
Demand Avoidance: It's Not Just a Drive for Autonomy
The post argues that demand avoidance in teens is driven by anxiety, not merely a desire for autonomy. Parents often mistake avoidance for independence, granting unchecked freedom that reinforces avoidance behaviors. This cycle leads to stagnation, as children say no...
Philip Caputo, Who Wrote Blistering Vietnam War Memoir, Dies at 84
Pulitzer‑winning journalist Philip Caputo, author of the seminal Vietnam memoir “A Rumor of War,” died at 84 from cancer. The 1977 book sold two million copies and was translated into 15 languages, cementing its place in war literature. Caputo’s vivid first‑hand...
FDA Clears Flow Neuroscience’s At‑Home Brain‑Stimulation Headset for Depression
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Flow Neuroscience’s FL-100 at‑home transcranial direct current stimulation headset for adults with major depressive disorder, marking the first regulatory clearance for a consumer‑grade neurostimulation device. The decision opens a non‑drug, clinic‑free treatment pathway...
Best New Albums This Week: Broken Social Scene, Lemoncello, Aldous Harding, Action Bronson and More
A wave of new releases this week spotlights indie heavyweights and emerging acts, from Broken Social Scene’s first album in nine years to Lykke Li’s announced final record. The lineup includes Lemoncello’s synth‑infused sophomore, Aldous Harding’s fifth album, and Action Bronson’s self‑released...
BBC Beatles Drama of Unknowns Prepares to Go Head-to-Head with Sam Mendes Hollywood Biopic
The BBC is producing a six‑part drama, "Hamburg Day," slated for a 2027 broadcast that chronicles the Beatles' formative years playing clubs in Germany. The series relies on unknown young actors and cover songs because it lacks rights to the...
Amelia Gray’s See-Through VS Thong & Cami Top Make a Case for Lacy Summer
Victoria’s Secret launched a new “Hot Lacie Summer” campaign featuring model Amelia Gray in colorful lace lingerie. The shoot showcases a sheer pink thong and dusty‑rose lace cami against bright turquoise and pastel pink backdrops, paired with chunky bangles and...
Hawaii Pushes Visitors to Volunteer with Mālama Hawaiʻi Programme
The Hawai‘i Tourism Authority is intensifying promotion of its five‑year‑old Mālama Hawaiʻi volunteer scheme, listing 1,393 activities from beach clean‑ups to tree planting. The push follows recent tax hikes and a 2023 wildfire that sparked a rethink of tourism’s impact...
She Refused to Normalise Blackouts. So She Built a Home That Doesn't Need the Grid.
South Africa endured a record 332 days of load‑shedding in 2023, costing the economy roughly R2.8 trillion (about $150 billion). Similar grid failures have hit Texas, Spain and large parts of the U.S., highlighting systemic reliability risks. In response, entrepreneur Ansie van...
Debunked Nudge Theory: Stop Meddling, Let Kids Unplug
Cass Sunstein's nanny-state nudge policy has been debunked but he never stops trying to meddle in others' lives. Leave the kids alone. The Way to Get Kids Off Screens https://t.co/ZAOFJRpTQS
Debate Heats Up Over Claude's Consciousness After Dawkins Op‑Ed
Richard Dawkins’ recent op‑ed suggesting that Anthropic’s Claude might possess consciousness has set off a firestorm of commentary among scientists, AI developers, and spiritual thinkers. The piece has revived long‑standing questions about machine personhood and the psychological illusion of consciousness...
15 Best Lightweight Strollers for Travel, Tested by a Parenting Writer
Rebecca Moore’s IndyBest roundup tests 15 lightweight travel strollers, ranking the Joolz aer2 as the best overall, the Graco myavo as the lightest budget pick, the Cybex coya as the premium option, and the Maxi‑Cosi lara2 as the most airline‑friendly. Prices range from about $160...
Researchers Pinpoint Liquid‑Liquid Critical Point of Water at 210 K, 1000 Bar
Anders Nilsson of Stockholm University, Kyung Hwan Kim of Pohang University, and collaborators have reported evidence of a liquid‑liquid critical point in supercooled water at roughly 210 K and 1000 bar, using infrared‑laser heating of amorphous ice and x‑ray free‑electron laser measurements....
7 Books About Women Migrant Workers
The article highlights a persistent gap in literary fiction: few novels center women migrant workers, especially domestic laborers. It curates seven recent titles that foreground these women’s interior lives, from Jamaica Kincaid’s *Lucy* to Alia Trabucco Zerán’s *Clean*. Each book...
How to Fall in Love with Your Life (Again)
Tim Denning’s latest post reflects on two recent tragedies—a coach’s suicide and a DJ’s fatal fall—to illustrate how losing love for life can stem from everyday avoidance and misaligned purpose. He offers eight unconventional tactics, from confronting cowardly habits and...
Survey Shows 61% of Employees Fear Speaking Up, Undermining Psychological Safety
Radical Candor’s latest survey of 600 U.S. employees reveals that 61.3% are reluctant to speak up about workplace concerns. The findings point to a widening trust gap between leaders and staff, with implications for personal empowerment and organizational performance.
Cornell Study Links Vitamin B12 to Muscle Mitochondria, Aging and Longevity
Cornell University scientists published a study in the Journal of Nutrition showing that vitamin B12 deficiency impairs skeletal‑muscle mitochondrial energy production and reduces muscle mass in aged mice. The findings broaden B12’s role beyond anemia, pointing to potential interventions for...