Secret Flower (1971) by Koji Wakamatsu Film Review
Koji Wakamatsu’s 1971 pink film Secret Flower arrives at a career crossroads, marrying commercial eroticism with a bleak, existential tone. The narrative follows two women haunted by past suicides while a disillusioned former student activist contemplates death, exposing post‑1960s political disillusionment. Visually, Hideo Ito’s haunting seascapes and symbolic props—an abandoned ship and a spiked chastity belt—underscore the film’s meditation on love, memory, and gendered resilience. The work foreshadows Wakamatsu’s imminent shift toward overtly political documentary filmmaking.
Giant Squid Discovered Lurking Off the Australian Coast
Researchers from Curtin University used environmental DNA (eDNA) to analyze over 1,700 L of seawater from the steep canyons off Western Australia’s Ningaloo Coast. The study, published in *Environmental DNA*, identified DNA from 226 marine species, including the world’s deepest‑diving mammal...
How Ted Turner Changed the World
Ted Turner, the media mogul who launched CNN, died at 87. In 1997 he pledged $1 billion to the United Nations, sparking the creation of the United Nations Foundation. Despite a massive loss of wealth after the AOL‑Time Warner merger, he...
MACHINE GUN KELLY Explains Why He Dissed YUNGBLUD On "FIX UR FACE": "Loyalty Is Really the Only Thing That Matters"
Machine Gun Kelly confirmed that a lyric in his Fred Durst‑produced track “FIX UR FACE” is aimed at fellow rocker Yungblud, citing a perceived breach of loyalty after Yungblud declined to defend him on a podcast. The contentious line references Yungblud’s private‑school upbringing,...
AI Can Make Work More Meaningful
A recent Gallup poll shows AI boosts productivity while employee engagement has slipped to a historic low of 20% for a second consecutive year. CEOs argue that AI’s true value lies in freeing time for work that matters, not merely...
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How to Choose Between Hardside and Softside Luggage, According to Our Tests
Travel + Leisure tested over 500 hardside and softside suitcases to settle the long‑standing debate between the two styles. The guide breaks down material differences—polycarbonate, polypropylene, ABS, aluminum for hardsides and nylon, polyester, ballistic nylon for softsides—along with design, weight,...
How Economic Strain and AI Are Reshaping Family Roles
Wharton professor Corinne Low warns that soaring living expenses, entrenched gender inequality, and the rise of AI‑driven automation are converging to heighten stress on working mothers. She explains how AI is displacing routine jobs traditionally held by women, while wage...
Neurologist Details How Workplace Stress Triggers Headaches and Offers Relief Tips
A neurologist explains how chronic workplace stress sensitises the nervous system, leading to frequent headaches, and outlines actionable steps—breaks, posture, mindfulness—to curb the pain. The guidance arrives as employers grapple with rising employee‑wellness concerns.
Chase Travel Data Shows Cooler, Domestic Hotspots Top 2026 Summer Bookings
Chase Travel released its summer 2026 booking data, highlighting a surge in reservations for cooler‑climate cities and nearby road‑trip spots. The report also shows a sharp rise in the use of Chase Ultimate Rewards points for long‑haul international trips, signaling...
Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Turns 70, Reaffirms Message of Inner Calm and Global Healing
Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar marked his 70th birthday at the Art of Living International headquarters near Bengaluru, using the occasion to stress inner calm and the healing power of Sudarshan Kriya. The celebration underscored his decades‑long peace work in...
UNSW Team Finds First Tatooine‑Class Planet Around Twin Suns
Researchers at the University of New South Wales have announced the discovery of a Tatooine‑class circumbinary planet orbiting two suns, uncovered among 27 strong candidates using a novel apsidal‑precession technique applied to TESS data. The finding, published today in the...
Eight‑Week Mindfulness Regimen Cuts Blood Pressure by 7.6 mmHg, Study Finds
Researchers at the University of Illinois Urbana‑Champaign analyzed 18 randomized trials and found that a structured eight‑to‑12‑week mindfulness program can lower systolic blood pressure by up to 7.6 mmHg and reduce inflammatory markers. The findings give clinicians a non‑pharmacologic tool for...
Netherlands Revamps Schijf Van Vijf, Cutting Meat and Dairy While Boosting Legumes
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre, together with the National Institute for Public Health and the Environment, released a revised Schijf van Vijf that caps weekly meat at 300 g, reduces cheese recommendations, and raises legume targets to 250 g per week. The change...
Study Finds Australian Children Experience Deep Eco‑Anxiety, Urging Parental Support
Researchers interviewed 15 Australian primary‑school children aged 9‑12 and found that every child expressed worry about climate change, with many also feeling sadness, anger and hopelessness. The findings signal a growing mental‑health challenge for parents as climate‑related stress spreads to...
Royal Enfield Unveils Inaugural Himalayan Base Camp Adventure, Sep 4‑6
Royal Enfield announced its first Himalayan Base Camp adventure, a three‑day event in Leh, Ladakh from Sept. 4‑6, 2026. Registration opened May 1 with a $15 entry fee and bike rentals ranging from $105 to $630. The program blends motorcycling with hiking,...
Couple Delivers Rare Identical Quadruplet Girls, All Named With ‘A’
Adriana Luna, 24, and Anthony Lerma, 26, delivered identical quadruplet girls at Corpus Christi Medical Center on Feb. 14, a birth estimated at one in 15 million. The babies—Amora, Analia, Arya and A'zura—share the same first‑letter initial as their parents, highlighting...
Noah Kahan Opens Up on Mental‑Health Themes Ahead of New Record
In a Rolling Stone sit‑down, Noah Kahan reflects on the mental‑health themes that drive his songwriting while teasing new material. The 29‑year‑old’s candid remarks underscore why his folk‑pop resonates with a generation seeking authenticity.
KL Rahul Says Fatherhood Boosted His Calm and Cricket Form
Delhi Capitals star KL Rahul told reporters that fatherhood has given him a new sense of peace and perspective, which he says has translated into steadier performances over the past year. The cricketer’s remarks put a spotlight on how personal...
Guillermo Del Toro's 'Pan’s Labyrinth' Returns to Cannes in 4K Restoration
Guillermo del Toro will attend the Cannes Classics pre‑opening on May 12, 2026 as his 2006 film 'Pan’s Labyrinth' premieres in a newly supervised 4K restoration, marking the 20th anniversary of its record‑breaking 22‑minute standing ovation. The event highlights Cannes’...
Cesar Unveils Renovated Milan Flagship at Design Week, Expands Beyond Kitchen
Cesar launched its renovated Milan flagship store at Milan Design Week 2026, unveiling a suite of new products that extend the brand’s design language from kitchens to living rooms, dining areas, bathrooms and more. The rollout marks a strategic shift...
Ankur Warikoo Names Five Underrated Traits That Drive Top Performers
Entrepreneur and mentor Ankur Warikoo highlighted five often‑overlooked traits—reliability, willingness to admit ignorance, learning from mistakes, emotional intelligence, and unwavering consistency—that he says separate top performers from their peers. The insights, shared in a May 5, 2026 Economic Times interview, stress behavior...
Midlife Professionals Opt Out of Promotion, Citing Purpose Over Burnout
Mary Onder, a 45‑year‑old senior tech manager, turned down a higher‑level leadership role, saying she felt no loss in saying no. Her decision reflects a growing wave of mid‑career professionals—especially women—who are redefining success on their own terms rather than...
National Restaurant Awards 2026 Unveils Chef‑to‑Watch Shortlist of Ten Emerging UK Talent
The National Restaurant Awards 2026 announced its Chef‑to‑Watch shortlist, sponsored by San Pellegrino, naming ten chefs from London to Liverpool. The list highlights diverse backgrounds, recent Michelin successes and high‑profile media appearances, underscoring the next generation of culinary leaders.
Study Finds 80% Energy Compensation Threshold Triggers Metabolic Shifts in Elite Athletes
Researchers from three South Korean universities reported that elite athletes experience a U‑shaped energy compensation curve during a 48‑week high‑intensity training cycle, with compensation falling to roughly 80% at peak load. The resulting daily deficits of 624‑840 kcal are linked to...
Good Bags Have One Million Pockets
POTR, the military‑styled line from 90‑year‑old Yoshida & Co., unveiled its DISSECTION collection, adding a front panel bristling with cargo pockets to its flagship backpack, tote, and three crossbody models. Constructed from Cordura ballistic nylon, the bags feature mesh sleeves,...
First Human Trials Aim to Rejuvenate Immune System by Regenerating the Thymus
The TRIIM‑X trial has begun enrolling participants to test a thymus‑regeneration therapy that could reverse immune aging. Researchers hope the intervention will restore T‑cell production and improve resilience against infection and cancer, marking a shift from measuring immune decline to...
London's Bowman Sculpture Launches Century‑Spanning 'Modern British' Survey
Bowman Sculpture in London has opened 'Modern British: Modern & Contemporary British Sculpture', a survey that traces a hundred years of British sculpture. The show runs through May 29 2026 and pairs iconic works by Henry Moore and Eduardo Paolozzi with pieces by...
Sharjah Award for Arab Creativity Sets Oct. 31 Deadline for 2026 Submissions
The Sharjah Award for Arab Creativity announced an Oct. 31 deadline for its 30th edition, inviting manuscripts from the UAE and across the Arab world. The call aims to showcase early works and expand the award’s growing international reach.
Kyle McCarthy’s Book Notes Music Playlist for Her Novel Immersions
Kyle McCarthy’s novel Immersions, praised by Publishers Weekly for its tense ballet‑centric narrative, is accompanied by a curated music playlist in Largehearted Boy’s Book Notes series. The author explains how each track—from Brazilian pop to classic rock and Tchaikovsky—mirrors a...
Warner Bros. Discovery Ups Q1 Streaming Operating Income 29%, Revenue Increases 9% to $2.9 Billion
Warner Bros. Discovery reported a 29% jump in streaming operating income to $438 million in Q1, while total streaming revenue rose 9% to nearly $2.9 billion. Distribution revenue led the growth, increasing 9% to $2.53 billion, and advertising revenue from HBO Max’s ad‑supported tier...
Philosopher Martha Nussbaum on How to Live with Our Human Fragility
In a 1989 interview for Bill Moyers’ *World of Ideas*, philosopher Martha Nussbaum expands on her book *The Fragility of Goodness*, arguing that moral virtue requires openness to uncertainty and the willingness to be harmed by forces beyond our control....
Inflammatory Genes Link Obesity, Diabetes to Pancreatic Cancer
Shared inflammatory genes are active in both pancreatic cancer and metabolic diseases like obesity and diabetes, providing insight into why metabolic conditions worsen cancer outcomes and highlighting potential targets for improved prediction and treatment. cancerbiology
Explore Australia’s ‘Apex’ Filming Locations Like Your Life Depends On It
Netflix’s thriller “Apex” showcases Australia’s rugged landscapes, filming across Blue Mountains National Park, Royal National Park, Ginninderra Falls, and the Penrith Whitewater Stadium. Director Baltasar Kormákur secured special access to normally closed sites, and Charlize Theron performed most of her...
Study Finds School Phone Bans Boost Student Wellness, Not Grades
A new working paper analyzing 40,500 schools from 2019 to 2026 finds that mandatory phone bans boost students' self‑reported mental wellness but have little effect on academic performance. The study shows a 30% drop in on‑site phone pings and an...
Nanobiotix Secures FDA Acceptance of Protocol Amendment to Accelerate Phase 3 NANORAY-312 Trial
Nanobiotix announced that the U.S. FDA has accepted a protocol amendment for its Phase 3 NANORAY‑312 trial, eliminating the interim analysis and moving to a modified final analysis with fewer events. The change is designed to shorten the study timeline for...
Bulk‑and‑cut Offers No Edge over Recomping
You don’t have to bulk and cut. The current evidence has yet to show an advantage for it compared to recomping. Been saying this for over a decade now.
The Best Long Sleeve T-Shirts for In-Between Spring Weather
With sweater season ending and temperatures still cool, long‑sleeve T‑shirts have become the go‑to spring staple. The Cut curates a list of 13 options ranging from affordable basics like J.Crew’s $33 boyfriend tee to luxury pieces such as Citizens of...
Merck Completes $5.3 B Purchase of Terns, Adding Oral CML Drug TERN‑701
Merck closed a cash tender offer for Terns Pharmaceuticals at $53 a share, valuing the deal at roughly $5.3 billion. The acquisition brings TERN‑701, an oral BCR‑ABL1 inhibitor with FDA Breakthrough Therapy Designation, into Merck’s oncology pipeline and will be recorded...
She’s the Author of a Bestselling Book About Tradwives. She Knows Why They’re So Popular.
Caro Claire Burke’s debut novel *Yesteryear* has surged to No. 3 on the New York Times fiction bestseller list, propelled by its provocative take on the “tradwife” archetype. The story follows influencer‑wife Natalie Heller Mills, who awakens in a 19th‑century homestead, forcing a clash...
Gym Advice Often Ignores Your Training Goals
seeing a few posts about advice ppl get in the gym reminds me of the time some guy said I was doing dips wrong because I was using my chest too much. Nevermind the fact that I was trying to...
Caris Life Sciences Launches AI Test to Predict Early and Late Breast Cancer Recurrence
Caris Life Sciences introduced Caris MI Clarity, the first AI-driven test that predicts both early and late distant recurrence in postmenopausal HR‑positive/HER2‑negative, node‑negative breast cancer at diagnosis. Results are returned within three business days, promising faster, more comprehensive risk stratification...
Cannabis Use Increases Risk of Death, Heart Attack for ED Patients
Researchers at the University of Texas Medical Branch examined over 1.7 million emergency department visits from 2005‑2022, comparing nearly 300,000 patients with recent cannabis‑use disorder to matched controls. The study found a 2.9% three‑year mortality rate for cannabis users versus 1.7%...
One Habit Away: Transform Your Life Today
I've spent my career studying the science of habits and the research is clear — any habit can be created, any habit can be changed, and you have the power to become exactly who you want to be. The life...
Early Quasar Winds Quench Star Formation in Young Galaxies
Observations indicate that powerful winds from early quasars expelled vast amounts of gas from their host galaxies, likely shutting down star formation and influencing the evolution of massive galaxies soon after the Big Bang. astrophysics
How Quasars Shut Down Star Formation in the Early Universe
Astronomers using the James Webb Space Telescope have identified fast, galaxy‑scale winds in a sample of 27 quasars that existed within the first billion years after the Big Bang. Six of these quasars exhibit outflows reaching 5,000 mi/s (8,400 km/s), speeds that...
Microsteps Empower Caregivers to Manage Kids' Food Allergies
With 1 in 13 children affected by food allergies, nearly every family feels the ripple effects, whether they are navigating allergies at home or supporting children in schools, social groups, and communities. Loved speaking with @GoodInside CEO Dr. Becky Kennedy Kennedy at the...
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I'm not in full-blown panic mode about the hantavirus outbreak - the most plausible situation is that it's not that transmissible among humans - but this seems like a bad idea.
The Zpacks Arc Haul Ultra 60 Is Our Favorite Ultralight Pack of 2026. Here’s Why.
Backpacker’s lab tests crown the Zpacks Arc Haul Ultra 60 as the top ultralight backpack of 2026. The pack tips the scales at 1 lb 7 oz in its fully optioned configuration while offering a 60‑liter volume, with 55 L usable in the main...
Beauvoir Explores Soulful Connection in Friendship and Love
At the link, Simone de Beauvoir on how two souls can interact with one another in friendship and love: https://t.co/6qdLNcMzyu https://t.co/NCaqLxHlns
Meet Todd: Taking Action After Son's Type 1 Diabetes Diagnosis
Todd, whose son was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at age 8, became actively involved in the American Diabetes Association’s Tour de Cure. He served as chairperson for the Finger Lakes region rides in 2023 and 2024, using his personal story to rally...