Beautiful Mediocrity: Mulholland Falls at 30
*Mulholland Falls* turned 30 this year, a 1996 neo‑noir that assembled a high‑profile cast and veteran cinematographer Haskell Wexler but slipped into obscurity after a muted box‑office debut. Directed by Lee Tamahori, fresh from New Zealand success, and scripted by National Book Award‑winner Peter Dexter, the film promised a modern take on classic noir but suffered from uneven pacing and under‑developed characters. While its brutal opening set‑pieces impressed, the mystery fizzled, leaving the movie as a stylish yet forgettable artifact of the 1990s mid‑budget thriller era. Today it is available on multiple streaming services, inviting a re‑evaluation of its craft and commercial lessons.
Break the Glycolytic Trap with Bulletproof, Data‑Driven Rules
"The Rule-Follower" & The Intensity (glycolytic) Trap Somebody "they trusted" — a coach, a program, an influencer, a culture — told them this was the answer. They didn't knowingly choose the glycolytic trap; they inherited it through conformity. And once they're...
Small Press Insights: Bestseller Tracking Site
Jim Hanas has launched Small Press Insights, a website that tracks Amazon sales for small‑press titles. The platform offers real‑time bestseller data that was previously unavailable to indie publishers and authors. Access is bundled with Jane Friedman’s premium newsletter, which...
Must Read: Timothée Chalamet Invests in Watchmaker Urban Jürgensen, Moncler Group Reports 12% Revenue Boost in Q1 2026
Actor Timothée Chalamet has become a minority partner and creative advisor at Danish‑Swiss watchmaker Urban Jürgensen, marking his first corporate stake. Meanwhile, Moncler Group posted a 12% rise in Q1 2026 revenue to €880.6 million ($1.03 billion), driven by a 14% jump...
5 Hacks Every Nike Run Club User Should Know
Nike Run Club (NRC) remains a top running app, offering GPS tracking, guided workouts, and social leaderboards. Recent user‑discovered hacks let runners sort activities by distance or pace, repurpose the beginner‑focused "First Run" for pacing calibration, and share routes with...
Accepting Loveland Foundation Vouchers for California Therapy
For the girlies that have/ use @thelovelandfoundation vouchers, I am accept the vouchers for therapy in CA. Reach out if you are looking for a therapist ✨
Midori Francis Stars in Fatphobia Body Horror Film 'Saccharine' Trailer
IFC released the trailer for "Saccharine," Natalie Erika James’ third horror feature starring Midori Francis as Hana, a lovelorn medical student who joins a macabre weight‑loss craze of eating human ashes. The film debuted in the Midnight section of the...
Some Dogs at Chernobyl Have Turned Blue
Scientists have long studied the stray dogs living around the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone, noting genetic differences from other Eastern European canines. In fall 2025 viral videos showed several dogs with a vivid blue coat, prompting speculation about radiation‑induced mutation. The...
What We Lose when a Language Dies
Sophia Smith Galer’s new book *How to Kill a Language* documents the accelerating loss of linguistic diversity, noting that the world’s 7,000 languages could shrink to roughly 4,000 by 2100. The work blends personal stories—from the last Ubykh speaker in Turkey...
‘Be Prepared to Cry’: My Favourite New Romance Book Is Shortlisted for Women’s Prize for Fiction
Lily King’s romance novel *Heart the Lover*, released in summer 2025, has surged in popularity, largely driven by TikTok buzz. The book, a sequel to her 2020 title *Writers & Lover’s*, stands alone as a compelling story of first love,...
People-Powered, AI-Enabled: Effective K–12 Fundraising
Private and independent schools are integrating AI tools such as Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT to streamline donor prospecting and stewardship. While AI can flag high‑propensity prospects and automate outreach, it lacks insight into a school’s culture, relationships, and nuanced donor...
Placenta’s Estrogen Surge Explains Postpartum Hormone Crash
A pregnant woman produces more estrogen in a single day of late pregnancy than a non-pregnant woman produces in an entire year. The placenta drives this. It becomes the largest hormone-producing organ in your body and runs at a scale...
4 Innovative Ways to Support Nursing Clinicians
Healthcare leaders can boost nurse retention by deploying four infrastructure‑level interventions: locating lactation and wellness pods near stations, surpassing baseline compliance standards, investing in visible wellness spaces, and using modular private units. These measures cut break‑travel time, lower burnout, and...
Turandot, the Last Canonical Opera
On 25 April 1926, La Scala staged the unfinished premiere of Puccini’s final opera, Turandot, with Arturo Toscanini stopping the performance at the point where Puccini died. The work, completed by Franco Alfano, has become the most performed 20th‑century opera...
6 Blooming Lovely Flower Shows To Visit In 2026
The United Kingdom’s 2026 flower‑show calendar is packed with six marquee events, from the iconic RHS Chelsea Flower Show (19‑23 May) to the newly launched Great Garden Show at The Newt in Somerset (9‑17 May). Traditional favorites such as Blenheim Palace, Harrogate’s...
Philanthropy Is Central to Advisor-Client Relationships
The 2026 TPI Study shows 99% of wealth advisors now view philanthropy discussions as essential, up from 90% in 2018, and 96% consider it an obligation. High‑net‑worth clients echo this sentiment, with 88% rating charitable conversations important and 80% expecting...
WEBINAR 4/28: Implications of the War in Iran for Climate Security
The Stimson Center’s Environmental Security Program and the AMENA Foundation are hosting a webinar on April 28 to examine how the war between Iran, the United States, and Israel is reshaping climate security across the Middle East and North Africa. The...
Athens Hotel Recommendation
A couple planning a one‑night stay in Athens in September set a budget of $400‑$600 per night and asked for hotel suggestions in central districts. Forum respondents highlighted that the price range exceeds typical needs but can secure premium amenities...
What Kind of Paradise – Janelle Brown
Janelle Brown’s new novel, "What Kind of Paradise," hit shelves in June 2025 as a 544‑page print release from Diversified Publishing. The story follows Jane, raised in an isolated Montana cabin by a controlling single father, as she uncovers a...
Kate Hudson Wore Armani To SiriusXM
Kate Hudson appeared on a SiriusXM broadcast on April 22, 2026 to promote her new series Running Point. She wore a Giorgio Armani jacket over a Spring 2026 beaded top, paired with wide‑leg jeans and Jessica McCormack earrings. The look was styled by Rob Zangardi and...
How to Stop Your Brain From Constant Overthinking
The post explains that overthinking is a quiet mental habit that surfaces when the brain tries to juggle multiple unfinished thoughts. It argues that the perceived importance of these thoughts creates mental noise rather than clarity. By framing overthinking as...
Novel Chemical Reactor Boosts Methane Conversion
Researchers at the National University of Singapore unveiled a dual‑temperature chemical reactor that separates methane activation and product formation into hot (≈1,400 °C) and cool (≈400 °C) zones. The design uses an electrically heated molybdenum filament followed by a palladium catalyst, delivering...
Setting
American experimental folk group Setting returns with a self‑titled album that leans heavily into kosmiche synth textures while retaining their folk heritage. Drawing on members’ histories with acts such as Mind Over Mirrors, Califone, and Black Twig Pickers, the record...
Six New Orleans Drummers, One Song: Toyesauce Premiere Behind-the-Scenes Video on the Making of Forthcoming Single “Feel The Rhythm”
Toyesauce is set to release its new single “Feel The Rhythm” on April 28, accompanied by a music video. The track was recorded with six legendary New Orleans drummers—Shannon Powell, Herlin Riley, Stanton Moore, Terence Higgins, Terrence Houston, and Alvin Ford...
Arts Council England Hopes to Discuss Gift Aid Proposals with Treasury, Chair Tells MPs
Arts Council England (ACE) is preparing to discuss a proposal to double Gift Aid for events outside London and the South‑East, raising the rate from 25p to 50p per pound. The suggestion stems from Baroness Hodge’s independent review, which also...
Phil Berg – Iso
Phil Berg’s four‑track EP *Iso* strips techno to its core, relying on tight drum loops and minimalist synth chirps to drive each piece. The opening title cut launches like a freight train, layering relentless percussion with a low‑end bass that...
Mega Yacht Features Its Own Boat Garage
When your boat is so big it has a garage for smaller boats. 🎥 by hbcyacht #yachtlife #hbcyacht #yachttour
‘I’m Not Famous. But I Can’t Go to the Chippy’: Courteeners’ Liam Fray on Filling Stadiums, Defying Extinction – and...
Manchester indie rock stalwarts The Courtiers staged a rare, sold‑out gig at Manchester’s Night & Day venue to promote their new greatest‑hits compilation. Frontman Liam Fray, now 40, reflected on two decades of touring, his ongoing battles with depression, social...
Peak Performance
High‑net‑worth executives often experience subtle performance degradation—a gradual loss of capacity that shows up as slower decisions, poorer sleep and longer recovery from stress. Traditional coaching, focused on motivation, fails to address the underlying recovery deficit. Neuro Kaizen offers a...
Charli XCX Is British Vogue’s May 2026 Cover Star
British Vogue selected pop‑star Charli XCX as its May 2026 cover star, captured by photographer Rafael Pavarotti and styled by senior fashion director Kate Phelan. The feature frames fashion as an extension of art, highlighting Charli’s habit of wearing the same...
Review: Bunnylovr
"Bunnylovr," the debut feature from writer‑director‑actor Katarina Zhu, follows Rebecca, a twenty‑something navigating gig‑economy side hustles such as personal assisting, selling foot pictures, and online chatting, culminating in a bizarre client‑gift of a bunny. The film paints a bleak portrait...
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8 Warm Exterior Paint Colors Designers Love for Instant Curb Appeal
Design experts Amy Krane and Patrick O’Donnell highlight eight warm exterior paint colors that can instantly boost a home’s curb appeal. The list features earthy greens, buttery yellows, warm whites and nuanced grays from Farrow & Ball and Benjamin Moore, such...
Embrace Boredom: It Sparks Life’s Deep Meaning
We need to be bored. It turns out the examined life requires actually sitting still long enough to examine it. Boredom forces your brain into its default mode network, where the big uncomfortable questions live. “What does my life actually mean?” We...
Don't Die: Do Pullups Part II
The Two Percent newsletter’s second pull‑up guide expands on the first post by revealing a counterintuitive Soviet‑derived training protocol that can double the number of reps in a month. It also outlines injury‑prevention tactics, performance standards drawn from military and...
Ohio's Former 'Pottery Capital Of America' Is An Unsung City With Museums, Antiques, And Downtown Eats
East Liverpool, Ohio, once housed over 100 potteries from 1840‑1940 and earned the nickname "Pottery Capital of America." The city’s industrial decline in the 1980s left many factories shuttered, but its heritage lives on through museums, the annual Tri‑State Pottery...
Kashika Kapoor Starrer Caste Gets Major Boost as Naga Babu Joins Cast; Actor Praises Her Performance
The upcoming pan‑India film *Caste* has added veteran Telugu actor Naga Babu to its ensemble, a move expected to broaden the movie’s appeal in southern markets. Kashika Kapoor, who leads the cast as Gayathri, praised the collaboration, highlighting the film’s...
River Deltas Sinking Faster Than Sea Level Rise Pose Risk to Millions: Study
A new Nature study using high‑resolution satellite radar maps shows that many of the world’s largest river deltas are sinking faster than global sea‑level rise. Researchers from Virginia Tech examined 40 deltas and found that in 18 of them land...
Syngenta Deploys Tetra OS to Accelerate Scientific Discovery Through Industrial-Scale Data Automation
Syngenta has selected TetraScience’s Tetra OS to automate data handling across its Crop Protection R&D labs. The Tetra Scientific Data Foundry will centralize raw instrument outputs—such as chromatography and mass‑spectrometry—into a single, AI‑ready repository. Tetra’s “Sciborg” scientist‑engineers will be embedded...
Moderna, After Losing US Funding, Rebounds to Start mRNA Bird Flu Vaccine Trial
Moderna has launched a Phase 3 trial of its mRNA‑1018 bird‑flu vaccine, enrolling about 4,000 healthy adults in the United States and the United Kingdom. The study follows the loss of a $766 million U.S. government contract, which had funded earlier development...
Memoir Healing Reveals Two Hidden Narrative Challenges
Some memoirists have undergone awful experiences, then they heal and sometimes achieve incredible things. That healing journey is remarkable, yet if you're writing a memoir about it, you'll encounter two problems in trying to create a narrative from it. @lisacooperellison discusses:...
This Unique Novel Is Comprised Entirely of Letters – and It’s Just Been Shortlisted for the Women’s Prize for Fiction
Virginia Evan’s debut novel *The Correspondent*—an epistolary work composed entirely of letters—has been shortlisted for the Women’s Prize for Fiction. The story follows 73‑year‑old retired lawyer Sybil Van Antwerp as she navigates aging, loss, and a life lived through written...
Cineverse Launching Ad-Free Gorilla Comedy+ Streaming Service on May 5
Cineverse is set to launch Gorilla Comedy+, an ad‑free streaming service, on May 5. The platform, built with Nashville‑based 800 Pound Gorilla, will cost $9.99 per month or $99.99 annually and will feature the Gorilla catalog of more than 250 comedy titles plus...
Goose Revive “It Burns Within” And Cover the Grateful Dead and Chick Corea in New Orleans
Goose performed two nights at New Orleans’ Saenger Theatre, reviving the rarely played “It Burns Within” and delivering covers of The Moody Blues, Chick Corea and the Grateful Dead. The set came a week before the city’s Jazz & Heritage Festival and followed...
Track Every Sprint or Lose Speed Unnoticed
Speed can be trained. Speed can be detrained. If you are not timing sprints consistently and recording, ranking, and publishing those times, you are probably detraining speed and you don’t know it. Stop doing sh*t that makes you slow.
Simplicity Wins: Prioritize, Focus, and Scale Down
The most effective systems are often the simplest. Pick a few priorities, focus on one thing at a time, and when something feels like too much, make it smaller. #productivity #focus #startsmall #getthingsdone #simplicity https://t.co/ZbpunFY432
Monolord Release New Single “Oozing Wound”
Swedish doom metal outfit Monolord has issued a new single, “Oozing Wound,” ahead of their forthcoming album *Neverending* slated for May 29 on Relapse Records. The track marks the band’s first foray into drop‑A tuning, delivering a seven‑minute blend of crushing...
Protein’s Key Role in Recovery, Adaptation, and Performance
Explore the role of protein in recovery, adaptation, and performance. Seats are limited. Secure yours https://t.co/X2jF4hM5UH https://t.co/QuGS01HAgC
Cast SDS-PAGE Gels Using Riboflavin, No TEMED
Here is an alternative way to cast SDS-PAGE gels without needing TEMED, using riboflavin, EDTA, and LED lights. Seems very DIY friendly too.
Why Launch Assists Often Aren’t Worth the Effort
Common question I've had... this certainly isn't a new idea and there's a good reason it's often considered not worth it. I did a deep dive on launch assists last year - https://t.co/gYQYjqPTvx
Prelude Tx Unveils Early-Stage KAT6A Degrader
Looking through my #aacr26 collection of posters from yesterday. Prelude Tx have a KAT6A degrader (PRT13722) in early development to compete with inhibitors: https://t.co/23zBtCX8Hs