Flourish Raises $500 Million Series B, Valued at $2.5 B to Build Brain‑Inspired AI
Thomas Reardon, the creator of Internet Explorer, has closed a $500 million Series B round for his AI efficiency startup Flourish, pushing the company’s valuation to $2.5 billion. Backed by Lux Capital and GV, Flourish aims to redesign AI architectures using neuroscience principles to cut power use by orders of magnitude.
Scoping Review Links Nature Exposure to Reduced Brain Stress Activity
Researchers led by Constanza Baquedano published a scoping review integrating 108 neuroimaging studies, showing that time in nature reduces activity in the brain’s stress networks and enhances inward‑focused attention. The findings give empirical weight to nature‑based meditation practices.
OruCupOxygen Launches No‑Scroll Mental‑Wellness Campaign and Immersive Focus Event in Chennai
OruCupOxygen introduced its no‑scroll mental‑wellness platform and the immersive “Oru Cup Focus” experience in Chennai, aiming to rebuild attention habits through ad‑free, algorithm‑free focus pods and sensory sessions. The launch signals a shift toward intentional digital use in the meditation...
Ferran Adrià Announces Reopening of elBulli1846 After Months of Renovation
Chef Ferran Adrià announced that his reimagined restaurant elBulli1846 will open its doors within days after months of renovation. The statement, shared on his X account, highlighted a seasoned team and the continuation of the experimental philosophy that made the...
MBCT Cuts Depression in Treatment‑Resistant Patients, Study Finds
Researchers published in The Lancet report that mindfulness‑based cognitive therapy (MBCT) added to usual care significantly reduced depression scores in 234 adults whose symptoms persisted after high‑intensity talk therapy. The trial also found a 99% probability that MBCT is cost‑effective...
French Report Confirms Mindfulness Program Lowers Blood Pressure and Depression
Researchers at Brown University, highlighted in a French health magazine, demonstrated that an eight‑to‑ten‑session Mindfulness‑Based Blood Pressure Reduction (MB‑BP) program lowered systolic blood pressure and depressive symptoms in a six‑month trial of 201 volunteers. The dual benefit positions the protocol...
Study Shows Five Minutes of Slow Eccentric Moves Can Build Muscle Without Intense Workouts
Researchers at Edith Cowan University demonstrated that five minutes a day of slow, controlled eccentric exercises can increase muscle size and strength, overturning the belief that only high‑intensity training yields gains. The findings could reshape home‑fitness routines and public‑health recommendations.
NPR and WLRN Dissect Super‑aging Hype, Spotlight Evidence‑based Longevity
NPR’s TED Radio Hour and public‑radio station WLRN released back‑to‑back pieces that unpack the science behind “super‑agers” and the booming anti‑aging industry. Both programs feature cardiologist Eric Topol, who argues that genetics play a minor role and that evidence‑based habits...
Regulate First, Then Decide: Calm Beats Chaos
If you want a rare life, you have to protect your state. Your mind can sound rational while your body is dysregulated. Doubt can feel wise. Fear can sound practical. Urgency can disguise itself as ambition. Regulate first. Then decide. At some point, you realize most people are not thinking...
Met Gala 2026: 'Fashion Is Art' Theme, Zendaya’s Five‑Month Prep, and Black Designers Spotlighted
The Metropolitan Museum of Art announced the 2026 Met Gala theme “Fashion is Art,” emphasizing a new dress code and a Costume Institute exhibition that foregrounds Black designers. Zendaya’s longtime stylist Law Roach disclosed a five‑month preparation timeline, underscoring the...
National Gallery of Art Secures $116 Million Gift to Expand Nationwide Lending Program
The National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C., has been given a $116 million endowment by the Mitchell P. Rales Family Foundation. The gift will permanently fund the museum’s Across the Nation lending programme, allowing long‑term, cost‑free loans to regional institutions...
Crime Authors Launch Indie Imprints as Traditional Publishers Falter
Facing a wave of small‑press closures and a 9% drop in trade paperback sales, crime authors are founding indie imprints and using print‑on‑demand services to keep their work in print. The move reflects a broader shift toward self‑managed publishing in...
AI Becomes a Behind‑the‑scenes Tool for Creators
Studios are quietly moving past the "AI experiment" phase. Obsidian Studio is a good example. They're shipping work with Longchamp and Beyond Noise not as AI demos, but as actual commercial productions. The setup isn't what you'd expect: → Storyboard artists, cinematographers, and...
FDA Approves Pfizer/Arvinas Oral Breast Cancer Drug Veppanu for ESR1‑Mutated Tumors
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Veppanu, an oral antibody‑drug conjugate co‑developed by Pfizer and Arvinas, for adults with advanced estrogen‑receptor positive, HER2‑negative breast cancer carrying ESR1 mutations. The decision follows a late‑stage trial of 624 patients that showed...
USGS Finds 2.3 Mt of Lithium in Appalachia, Enough for 130 Million EVs
The U.S. Geological Survey disclosed an estimated 2.3 million metric tons of lithium oxide in the Appalachian Mountains, a resource that could supply batteries for roughly 130 million electric vehicles. The find, described as a major contribution to U.S. mineral security, arrives...
Mayo Clinic's AI Tool Detects Pancreatic Cancer Up to Three Years Early
Mayo Clinic unveiled REDMOD, an artificial‑intelligence system that flags pancreatic cancer up to three years before it would normally be diagnosed. In a study of nearly 2,000 CT scans, the tool correctly identified about 73% of cancers that were missed...
ESS Tech and Alsym Energy Commit to 8.5 GWh Sodium‑Ion Battery Production
ESS Tech and Alsym Energy have signed a letter of intent to produce 8.5 GWh of sodium‑ion battery cells and modules. The partnership lets Alsym scale its new chemistry while giving ESS a new hardware line beyond its long‑duration flow batteries,...
Vacheron Constantin Dual‑Time Overseas Highlights Cardinal Directions
Vacheron Constantin Overseas Dual Time Cardinal Points. One of the highlights from Watches and Wonders 2026. North, South, East or West. Which one are you picking? #vacheronconstantin #overseas #dualtime #cardinalpoints #watchesandwonders
How Space Affects Metals Used in the ISS Structure and the Risks for Astronauts
The International Space Station’s metal structure endures extreme low‑Earth‑orbit conditions, including thermal cycling, atomic oxygen, vacuum, radiation, and high‑velocity debris. Aluminum alloys, especially 2219, form the pressure shells while the unpressurized truss and external shields face additional mechanical loads. Over...
Post Malone Postpones Start of Stadium Tour with Jelly Roll, Cancels Several Dates Outright
Post Malone announced a three‑week delay to his “BIG ASS Stadium Tour,” now launching on June 12 in Indianapolis. The postponement allows him extra time to finish new music, prompting the outright cancellation of six U.S. shows in El Paso, Waco, Baton Rouge,...
Six Degrees of Separation, From Wild Dark Shore
Lisa Hill’s May 2026 #6Degrees newsletter spotlights Charlotte McConaghy’s Wild Dark Shore as the starter book, noting its long‑list status for the Women’s Prize and the Stella award. The piece also previews upcoming titles such as Subhash Jaireth’s poetry Lamentations and Michelle Wright’s novel...
FDA Approves Auvelity, First Non‑Antipsychotic for Alzheimer’s Agitation
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Auvelity (dextromethorphan‑bupropion) for agitation associated with dementia due to Alzheimer’s disease, making it the first non‑antipsychotic therapy for this indication. Axsome Therapeutics says the drug’s NMDA‑antagonist and sigma‑1‑agonist mechanism could address a...
Saudi‑Backed 'Desert Warrior' Flops with $472K Gross on $150M Budget
The Saudi‑funded film 'Desert Warrior' opened in 1,010 North American theaters and earned only $472,111, far below its $150 million production cost. The disaster spotlights the risks of the Public Investment Fund’s aggressive push into entertainment amid geopolitical uncertainty.
The Most Interesting International Space Station Experiments Ever Conducted
The International Space Station has become a permanent microgravity laboratory, hosting landmark experiments that span particle physics, human biology, plant cultivation, quantum science, and materials testing. Highlights include the Alpha Magnetic Spectrometer’s cosmic‑ray observations, the Twins Study’s deep dive into...
Quantum Device Generates Controllable Phonons, Opening New Path for Communications
A team led by McGill University scientists has demonstrated a quantum‑state gadget that emits tunable phonons—quantized sound particles—at near‑absolute‑zero temperatures. The device promises a new way to manipulate heat and vibration for next‑generation communication hardware.
IonQ Soars 56.5% on DARPA Deal as D‑Wave Shows Mixed Gains
IonQ's stock leapt 56.5% in April after winning a DARPA research contract, propelling the pure‑play quantum firm toward a $17 billion market value. D‑Wave Quantum posted a 25% gain since the start of the month but stays volatile, with a 10.4%...
Artemis II Crew Returns, Holds Town Hall and UN Talk, Inspires Next Generation
NASA’s Artemis II crew splashed down off San Diego on April 10 after a ten‑day lunar flyby, then appeared on CBS Mornings and at the United Nations to answer questions from students and world leaders. The outreach underscores the mission’s public‑engagement push ahead...
One Sentence to Gain Cooperation From ADHD Kids
A child psychologist trick: the first sentence to say to build cooperation in ADHD kids without pressure
Psychology Says the Genuinely Strong People Aren’t the Ones Who Power Through What They Can’t Control, They’re the Ones Who...
The article argues that true strength lies in accepting, not battling, uncontrollable discomfort. Psychological research, including a Carnegie Mellon mindfulness study, shows that monitoring and accepting feelings cuts cortisol by more than 50% and systolic blood pressure by about 20%....
What Happens If the ISS Breaks Apart During the End-of-Life Deorbit Burn?
NASA’s end‑of‑life plan for the International Space Station relies on a controlled deorbit using the United States Deorbit Vehicle (USDV) after crew have evacuated. If the ISS were to break apart during the final deorbit burn, the single guided object...
Your Struggles Stem From a Dysregulated Body, Not Mindset
The most dangerous point in life is not 40. It is the moment you realize you have been trying to build your life from a dysregulated body. Because that is when everything starts to make sense. You were not lazy. You were overloaded. You did...
Most Struggle with Regulation, Not Discipline, in Survival Mode
It took me 10 years of anxiety, overthinking, and trying to force my life forward to realize this. I will tell you in 30 seconds: 1. Most people do not have a discipline problem. They have a regulation problem. You cannot build a clear...
Boots Riley on I Love Boosters
Boots Riley, the director behind the satirical hit *Sorry to Bother You* and the genre‑bending series *I’m a Virgo*, returns with *I Love Boosters*, a theatrical release slated for summer 2026. The film mixes professional shoplifters, a Marxist teleportation device,...
World’s Largest Sail Cruise Ship Celebrates Naming and Delivery
The Orient Express Corinthian, the world’s largest sailing ship, was christened in Saint‑Nazaire and delivered to Orient Express Sailing Yachts. Built by Chantiers de l’Atlantique, the 220‑meter vessel uses SolidSail technology to achieve 100% wind‑powered propulsion and set a speed...
Identify Your Biggest Hurdles Keeping Romance Alive
What are the specific struggles you have when trying to keep the romance alive in your relationship? 🏷️ my therapy corner, couples therapy, online couples therapy, Gottman method couples therapy, Gottman, EFT couples therapy, couples intensives, marriage counseling
Most Overlook “A Few of Your Own”—Let’s Discuss
I fear everyone is sleeping on A Few of Your Own and we need to talk about it
Dunedin Hospital Installs Advanced Linear Accelerator to Expand Cancer Treatment Capacity
Dunedin Hospital has installed a new linear accelerator (LINAC) costing NZ$4.3 million (about $2.6 million USD), replacing an aging unit and adding next‑generation radiotherapy capabilities. The machine can target tumours within roughly one millimetre and deliver radiation from multiple angles, allowing higher...
Burnout Is a Nervous System Issue, Not Just Mindset
Scientists are proving burnout is not just in your mind. And what they found suggests your lack of focus, low motivation, and overthinking may be less of a mindset problem… and more of a nervous system problem. Modern life may be training your...
Confidence Without Clarity Leads to Disaster
People are enormously confident without any Clarity in their heads. That is a disaster. #SadhguruQuotes https://t.co/UoUhix8TtD
How The UK Protected Space In March 2026
The UK National Space Operations Centre (NSpOC) reported a 10% rise in March 2026 re‑entries, totaling 72 objects, most of which were satellites. Potential collision alerts dropped to 1,847, while two fragmentation incidents were investigated. The total catalog of UK‑tracked...
Warner Bros. Tonight Under Heavy Police Scrutiny
Some crazy — mega-policed — event going on at Warner Bros tonight Anyone have the intel? https://t.co/7eXPQrTvM2
Radial Entertainment Releasing ‘Signal One’ in Theaters and On Demand June 5
Radial Entertainment will launch the sci‑fi drama “Signal One” in select theaters and on‑demand on June 5, 2026. Written and directed by Jonathon Sobol, the film stars Isabelle Fuhrman as a computer scientist hired by a tech billionaire to communicate with...
The Moment Before Sleep Is Where Everything Changes
The article reframes the moments before sleep as a natural meditation, urging readers to treat bedtime as a conscious transition rather than a passive shutdown. By adopting an "as‑if" mindset—behaving as if already asleep—individuals can quiet the mind, reduce ego‑driven...
Dietary Fats Shape Pancreatic Cancer Risk via Ferroptosis
Researchers at Yale School of Medicine published a study in Cancer Discovery showing that the type of dietary fat, not just total fat, influences pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma development in mice. Diets high in oleic acid, a monounsaturated fat common in...
NASA Laser Terminal Enhances Views During Artemis II Mission
NASA’s Orion Artemis II mission used an optical communications terminal, marking the first crewed lunar‑distance laser link. The system transmitted 484 GB of high‑definition video and data at up to 260 Mbps, far exceeding traditional radio‑frequency rates. Ground stations in California, New Mexico and...
Think Twice Before Setting Your Slow Cooker On High. Here's Why
Slow cookers remain a kitchen staple for healthy, hands‑off meals, but using the high‑heat setting can undermine their core advantage. Expert Clare Andrews explains that high temperatures—typically 215 °F to 300 °F—cook food faster but produce firmer meat and less developed sauces....
$22M Koenigsegg One:1, That’s Impossible to Ignore, Just Disappeared
A Koenigsegg One:1 hypercar, one of only seven built, has vanished. The $22 million vehicle, chassis #7107, is believed to have been taken from Monaco and is linked to former Formula 1 driver Adrian Sutil. Interpol has opened an international investigation, concentrating efforts...
Unusual Ant Interaction Hints at Mutualistic ‘Cleaning’ System
Entomologist Mark Moffet documented an unprecedented interaction in Arizona where small cone ants (Dorymyrmex spp.) were observed licking and nibbling the bodies of larger harvester ants (Pogonomyrmex barbatus). Over 90 harvester workers were seen receiving this attention, suggesting a possible...
Active Parents Make Kids Six Times More Active
Sent this study to my boys about parents who are active their kids are 6x more likely to be active. Got this response .. what life is all about 🥲🥲🥲 https://t.co/JvHAadmNry
Fifth and Form by Koroseal: Tailored Performance Surfaces
Koroseal has launched the Fifth & Form collection, a new line of Type II 52‑54″ vinyl wallcoverings that marry fashion‑forward aesthetics with commercial durability. The range includes seven distinct patterns—Highlander, Kofe Jute, Lunara, Ostra Noir, Solure, Tiburon Shagreen II, and Wexley Plaid—offered in a...