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The European Research Council has awarded Dr. Jessica Imbach of the University of Freiburg a five‑year Starting Grant worth roughly €1.4 million to launch the SINOFANTASY project, which will develop a scholarly framework for Chinese fantasy literature. The research will examine how fantasy narratives reflect and shape social transformation, cultural identity, and political discourse in China since the 1990s. A key deliverable is a digital encyclopedia cataloguing contemporary Chinese fantasy works and media. The grant arrives as Chinese fantasy, exemplified by the $2.2 billion blockbuster Ne Zha 2, gains unprecedented global commercial traction.
There is always a risk of transmitting HSV to another person if you carry the virus. But the risk is the highest in the first 30 days of life.
3 simple "Work Habits" that help me make progress every single day: 1. Did I work for 90 minutes in the morning without any distractions? 2. Did I define one single "A+" task and knock it out? 3. Did I block 30...
The blog post examines Nietzsche’s concept of the Übermensch, tracing its first appearance in *Human, All Too Human* and its fuller development in *Thus Spoke Zarathustra*. It highlights five disparate figures Nietzsche cites—ranging from warlords to messianic leaders—to illustrate the...
“Convince me to read Crescent City before ACOTAR.” Because it’s fun. It’s like Zootopia with paranormal creatures but everyone’s hot.
Researchers at Massachusetts General Hospital, in partnership with Full Circles Therapeutics, have introduced a circular single‑stranded DNA donor platform called INSTALL that enables kilobase‑scale gene insertion without triggering the cGAS immune sensor. The method combines a short double‑stranded DNA segment...
Researchers at Biohub identified a three‑amino‑acid cocktail—methionine, arginine and serine—that dramatically improves lipid nanoparticle (LNP) delivery of therapeutic mRNA and CRISPR components. Co‑administering the supplement boosted protein expression up to 20‑fold and raised gene‑editing rates from roughly 25% to nearly...
University of Texas at El Paso researchers built a lifelike 3D‑printed robotic rattlesnake to test how zoo animals react to rattling. In controlled trials, 38 species showed heightened avoidance when the rattle sounded, especially those that naturally share the snake’s range....
A large observational study of over 258,000 adults linked improvements in the biological‑chronological age gap to a 23% lower risk of stroke and a 13% reduction in white‑matter hyperintensity volume. Researchers estimated biological age from routine blood biomarkers and tracked...
Women entering perimenopause and postmenopause face a heightened hypertension risk, with roughly 41% developing high blood pressure after menopause. A new study in Mathematical Biosciences uses a mathematical model to show estrogen’s vasodilatory effect as the primary mechanism protecting premenopausal...
Johns Hopkins researchers have engineered a streamlined biodegradable polymeric nanoparticle that delivers mRNA to T cells, prompting them to generate CD19‑CAR receptors that target disease‑causing B cells. In mice, a single intravenous dose eliminated 95% of circulating B cells within...
Samantha King and Gavin Weedon’s new book *Protein* examines why the nutrient has become a cultural obsession, tracing its scientific importance and its elevation in media and marketing. The authors explore protein’s role in muscle growth, immune function, and hormone...
In a 2017 interview on Big Boy’s Neighborhood, Kendrick Lamar ranked his discography, placing DAMN. at the top, followed by good kid, m.A.A.d city, To Pimp a Butterfly, and Section 80. He explained the ranking as a hybrid of the...
Jelly Roll was inducted into the Grand Ole Opry on March 10, a career‑defining achievement that also honored his mother, Donna DeFord, who watched from the front row. Donna, who gave him the nickname‑turned‑stage name “Jelly Roll,” raised him in Antioch,...
Researchers at the Arc Institute unveiled Evo2, an AI model trained on trillions of DNA bases from diverse organisms. By treating DNA as language, Evo2 can generate genome‑scale sequences millions of letters long, demonstrated with Mycoplasma genitalium‑inspired designs. The model...
Riga’s avant‑garde festival Skaņu Mežs has unveiled the first wave of artists for its 2026 edition, scheduled for October 9‑10 at Hanzas Perons. The lineup features pioneering electronic acts Gudrun Gut and aya, metal outfit Krallice, and a trio of experimental...
Joseph Folley announced a new "Bookshelf Tour" focused on Cheryl Misak’s *Cambridge Pragmatism*. The post, dated March 11 2026, invites readers to explore the book’s themes through a curated tour. Folley notes that the tour will be shared with Substack subscribers and...
Alex Warren’s new single “Fever Dream” debuted at No. 1 on the UK Official Singles Downloads chart, marking his second download‑chart topper after “Ordinary.” The track also entered the top five on the Official Singles, Singles Sales and Streaming charts, while...
Zendaya appeared in the front row of Louis Vuitton's runway wearing a fresh, short‑curly haircut that fashion observers are calling a hybrid between a bob and a pixie. The look debuted just before the Oscars, giving the show heightened visibility....
Rico Nasty has entered a global representation agreement with United Talent Agency, tasking agents Caroline Yim and Jon Briks with expanding her career beyond music. UTA will target live‑touring slots, brand collaborations, and broader entertainment opportunities. The deal follows the...
VIDO swiftly responded to COVID‑19 by designing a subunit vaccine candidate within days of the SARS‑CoV‑2 genome release, isolating the virus, and establishing animal models that enabled a Phase 1 human trial by early 2021, making it the first Canadian university...
A hospice clinician observes that arts‑based activities and simple distractions dramatically eased a patient’s acute pain episode, complementing standard analgesics. The letter references the "total pain" model, which frames pain as physical, psychological, social, and spiritual, and cites recent research...
Anthony J. Leggett, the 2003 Nobel laureate who explained the superfluid transition of helium‑3, died at age 87 in Urbana, Illinois. His theoretical work clarified why helium‑3 could become a frictionless quantum fluid, a phenomenon long thought impossible. Leggett’s insights...
The 2026 Sonic Temple Festival in Columbus, Ohio, will run May 14‑17 at Historic Crew Stadium, featuring headliners such as Tool and My Chemical Romance. In addition to the main event, organizers announced a series of after‑shows featuring extreme metal acts like Deicide,...
Blondie's 1976 single "X Offender" was originally titled "Sex Offender" but was renamed to secure radio airplay. Debbie Harry clarified that the song narrates a teenager facing a statutory‑rape charge, not a story about a sex worker, a point often...
Showcase is hosting a three‑day pop‑up in Midtown East featuring private and sample sales from luxury brands René Caovilla, Nadine Merabi, and Carl Friedrik. Shoppers can access up to 70% off high‑end women’s footwear and apparel, and up to 50% off premium luggage...
A University of Pennsylvania study published in Nature shows that gut bacteria from aged mice can impair memory in young mice, effectively accelerating brain aging. The researchers identified the bacterium *Parabacteroides goldsteinii* as the key agent, linking it to inflammation...
Thundercat returns as the second face of CLASH 133, unveiling his first album in six years, Distracted. The new record shifts toward a broader, pop‑facing sound while preserving his signature cosmic oddities and genre‑mutating flair. In a CLASH interview, he frames...
Teaching breathwork and music / vocal activation all week at a recovery center in NYC 🦋🎶🦋 So much gratitude. 🙏🏼
When the war began, I began a practice called Haiku Paintings, small paintings of the 4 seasons: Spring Summer Fall Winter. Haikus have a season word, reminding us tht things arise + pass from us. I want to see this...
Georgian label Situationist staged its first on‑schedule runway, marking a decade‑long evolution. Designer Irakli Rusadze pivoted toward a more commercial aesthetic, emphasizing shoulder‑framed silhouettes, sculptural collars, and functional tailoring. The collection featured precise trompe‑l’œil seaming on a heather‑gray jumpsuit, well‑proportioned...
The National Book Trust’s India@75 series has spotlighted overlooked Indian women scientists, releasing a biography of meteorologist Anna Mani that details her design of over 100 weather instruments and contributions to renewable energy research. Authored by neuroscientist Asha Gopinathan, the book aims...
Gap Inc. is leveraging its 1990s heritage to revive brand relevance, spotlighting iconic archive imagery while launching a fresh, music‑video‑style campaign. The new ad features Katseye, a Gen Z girl group, designed for short‑form platforms like TikTok. Within days, teens began...
5 year old: can you breathe on the moon? me: no, there's no oxygen 5 year old: what if you had an oxygen tank? me: then yes 5 year old: what if the oxygen tank was empty? me: then no 5 year old: what if you...
Great summary how how AI companions/chatbots can harm kids (she's spent 16 years researching child development & human-machine interactions): C = Compulsion H = Harm I = Impairment L = Loneliness D =Death
The article offers a 2026 home‑technology tune‑up checklist that guides homeowners through a systematic, once‑a‑year audit of networking, storage, backups, power protection, smart devices, and firmware. It outlines core checks—firmware updates, Wi‑Fi coverage, drive health, backup verification, UPS battery age—and...
Barry Diller says in interview with Graham Bensinger that Paramount was mismanaged for ten years. https://t.co/5f66zaehm7 via @YouTube
For anyone heading to SXSW who loves RHCP - this is the screening for you. Fantastic film about their origins and the founding member you probably never heard of. Streaming on Netflix March 20th. https://t.co/OzHfv0CjUr
Joe Jonas made a surprise appearance with indie act sombr at London’s O2 Academy Brixton, performing the DNCE hit “Cake By The Ocean.” The guest spot followed a previous collaboration at the Jonas Brothers’ Brooklyn show last December. After the...
I hate how much I love the #Oscars. But as the #AcademyAwards prepare to move to @YouTube in 2029, it's clear the ceremony has been relegated to following the audience instead of leading it. My latest for @observer: https://t.co/z2hBnBvjdU
We tested lawn and garden sprinklers, and our findings can help you keep the greenest grass on your side of the fence. https://t.co/mjObwUtQcH https://t.co/lhqDdzKMbi
Chemena Kamali reviews Chloé’s Autumn/Winter 2026 runway, portraying the label as a living piece of folklore that constantly rewrites its story. The collection fuses the house’s historic romanticism with stark, modern minimalism, featuring fluid silhouettes, muted earth tones, and subtle...
EXCLU with Andreas: Focus Features is landing the package THE BELL JAR with Billie Eilish in talks to star and Sarah Polley directing https://t.co/zYfY2Tdapw
The @abundance360 Day 3 is at full force, covering one of the most important topics for humanity: how do we extend human healthspan & achieve LEV. We have a powerful lineup of speakers, including my friend @davidasinclair ! https://t.co/SLfeDlbo5f
Molly Tuttle and Maggie Rose announced an eight‑city co‑headlining tour running May 7‑16, kicking off at Houston’s Heights Theater and concluding in Lexington, Kentucky. The itinerary threads through Texas, Louisiana, Indiana, Wisconsin, and Ohio, targeting mid‑size venues that match their growing...
Herbal terpenoids activate autophagy and mitophagy through modulation of bioenergetics and protect from metabolic stress, sarcopenia and epigenetic aging https://t.co/gtpKOmoxDS
No idea why Wayne left this Warren G-produced song off "Carter VI" but it would've been the best thing on it. https://t.co/9WUnSSj9hc
Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS surprised astronomers with a nickel‑rich gas plume, unusually low water content, and a light curve that brightened far faster than typical comets. The object delayed forming a coma and tail, then exhibited a mysterious outward acceleration as...
Noise‑rock duo ’68, led by Josh Scogin, announced a farewell tour following the release of their fifth studio album. The 30‑date run begins May 13 in Orlando and concludes with a "very last show" on June 20 at Atlanta’s Masquerade....
UK researchers have launched a proton‑beam trial to treat mesothelioma, an aggressive asbestos‑related cancer with no cure. The therapy delivers high‑dose radiation precisely, aiming to lift two‑year survival from roughly 30% to 50%. About 50 patients have been enrolled so...
