Jennifer Gilbert Consigns Blue-Chip Works to Sotheby’s to Fund Detroit Arts Space
Entrepreneur and philanthropist Jennifer Gilbert is consigning a select group of high‑value post‑war American works to Sotheby’s, with the May contemporary and June design auctions featuring Joan Mitchell’s *Loom II* ($5‑7 million estimate) and Kenneth Noland’s *Circle* ($4‑6 million estimate). The proceeds are earmarked for Lumana, a Detroit‑based arts nonprofit that Gilbert is establishing in the Stanton Yards district. The collection, which also includes pieces by George Rickey and Harry Bertoia, showcases mid‑century abstraction and design—categories that have remained resilient despite a broader market slowdown. The works will be displayed in Sotheby’s New York galleries before the auctions.
Landman Star Jacob Lofland Headlined A Post-Apocalyptic Drama With A White Lotus Star
Jacob Lofland, known for his role in the oil drama *Landman*, headlined the 2017 post‑apocalyptic film *Go North* alongside Patrick Schwarzenegger. The movie, shot in Detroit, follows two teens navigating a world where adults have vanished, drawing thematic cues from...
Is Your Proteinmaxxing Hurting Your Gut?
Protein is a cornerstone of muscle maintenance and satiety, but for the roughly three million Americans living with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), the equation is more nuanced. Chronic inflammation and malabsorption can raise protein requirements, yet excessive or poorly digested protein...
How the ‘Blue Heron’ Editor Turned the Director’s Childhood Into One of 2026’s Best Films
Canadian director Sophy Romvari’s debut “Blue Heron,” a semi‑autobiographical family drama set on Vancouver Island, has emerged as one of 2026’s most acclaimed films. Editor Kurt Walker, who transitioned from on‑set DIT to post‑production editor, crafted a complex temporal structure...
Artemis II Pilot Talks About What It Was Really Like to Fly and Land in Orion
NASA astronaut Victor Glover, pilot of Artemis II’s Orion spacecraft, detailed his experience flying the lunar‑orbit mission. He praised Orion’s translational hand controller and noted the real vehicle’s thrusters felt more like a “rumble” than the simulated whine, delivering smoother handling...
Annette Dolphin Obituary
Annette Dolphin, a 74‑year‑old professor of pharmacology at University College London, died after a battle with duodenal cancer linked to Lynch syndrome. She was a global leader in neuronal voltage‑gated calcium channel research, publishing more than 250 papers and earning...
Failure Finds New, Fertile Ground On ‘Location Lost’
American alt‑rock trio Failure has dropped their long‑awaited seventh studio album, “Location Lost,” marking a fresh creative surge after a decade of touring and side projects. The record opens with the IDM‑infused “Crash Test Delayed” and quickly pivots to the...
Rituals Steps up Expansion in Spain with New Store Openings in Almería and Lanzarote
Dutch wellness brand Rituals is opening two new stores in Spain—one in Almería’s Gran Plaza and another in the Lanzarote Open Mall. The Almería boutique spans 129 sqm (82 sqm sales floor) and the Lanzarote location 123 sqm (83 sqm sales floor). The openings...
The 7 Best Dress Shoes for Men With Plantar Fasciitis
Dress shoes typically lack the support needed for plantar fasciitis, but several brands now offer stylish options that mitigate foot pain. The article highlights seven models—including Vionic Lombard Oxford, Mephisto Marlin 2 Derby, and Cole Haan Foster Grand Oxfords—that combine arch support,...
The Un Certain Regard Jury For The 2026 Cannes Film Festival
Leïla Bekhti, the award‑winning French actress, will preside over the Un Certain Regard jury at the 79th Cannes Film Festival, which runs May 12‑23, 2026. She is joined by Senegalese producer Angèle Diabang, Lebanese composer Khaled Mouzanar, Italian director Laura Samani, and French...
How Baby Keem Got His Big Break Through a Family Tragedy, Thanks to His Pulitzer Prize-Winning Cousin
Baby Keem’s rapid ascent in hip‑hop is tied to a personal tragedy that connected him with his cousin, Pulitzer‑winning rapper Kendrick Lamar. After Keem’s uncle Gerrell—known as Khaotic Lyricist—was killed in a casino accident in 2015, Keem delivered a moving...
Celine Dion Drops New Song Dansons Ahead of Paris Residency
Canadian singer Celine Dion released a new French‑language ballad, “Dansons,” on Friday, her first French single in over a decade. The track, written by longtime collaborator Jean‑Jacques Goldman, is accompanied by a Paris‑set music video. Dion announced a 16‑show residency at...
New Glenn Booster Completes Hot Fire as Blue Origin Eyes Sunday Launch
Blue Origin successfully performed a hot‑fire test of New Glenn’s first stage on Thursday, igniting all seven BE‑4 engines for roughly 20 seconds. The test used a previously flown booster, marking the first such demonstration for the vehicle. Data review...
Inside The Kennedy Center Dumpster Fire (OMG!)
The Kennedy Center announced a two‑year shutdown starting July 4, 2026, after President Trump took control in early 2025. In the months leading up to the closure, dozens of staff—including the curator of visual arts—were laid off, and the new president, Richard Grenell, ordered...
These Eight Design History Books Will Teach You All You Need to Know About Modernism and Beyond
Wallpaper curates eight essential design‑history books that span from the 17th century to contemporary modernism. The list includes titles highlighting women designers, mid‑century modern pioneers, colour theory, and comprehensive A‑Z surveys of 1,000 classics and five‑century design objects. Each volume...
If You Can’t Wait for Rivals Season 2, You Need to Watch These 5 Addictive TV Shows
Disney+ is expanding its prestige drama slate with *Rivals* season 2, a twelve‑episode continuation of the Jilly Cooper adaptation that earned a 93 percent Rotten Tomatoes rating. The first three episodes drop on May 15, 2026, after the original eight‑part series premiered in...
The Game of Thrones Movie Now Has a Working Title: Aegon’s Conquest
Warner Bros. announced a new cinematic project set in Westeros, listed under the working title *Game of Thrones: Aegon’s Conquest* in its 2027‑and‑beyond slate. The film will dramatize Aegon I Targaryen’s two‑year campaign to unite the Seven Kingdoms, drawing directly...
Ayo Edebiri Wore Chanel Haute Couture To The ‘Proof’ Broadway Revival Opening Night
Ayo Edebiri attended the opening night of the Broadway revival of “Proof” at New York’s Booth Theatre wearing a Chanel Spring 2026 haute couture dress. The mixed‑media tulle gown, designed by Matthieu Blazy, featured feather appliqué, a colourful collage aesthetic and...
Why a Trailblazing Cheese Store Is Closing in Downtown L.A.
DTLA Cheese Superette, a specialty cheese shop and café founded in 2013, is closing its doors after more than 12 years in downtown Los Angeles. Owners Lydia Clarke and Reed Herrick cite soaring food‑costs, utility bills, and a broader downtown slowdown...
Solar Storm Watch: Northern Lights Might Be Visible Across US Tonight
A fast‑moving solar wind stream hitting Earth at up to 700 km/s has prompted NOAA’s Space Weather Prediction Center to issue a moderate G2 geomagnetic storm watch for the night of April 17‑18. UK forecasters warn conditions could intensify to a G3...
Daisy Grenade Announce New EP So Much To Say
Daisy Grenade announced their new EP *So Much To Say*, arriving on May 15 through DCD2/Fueled By Ramen. The record was produced by Jake Sinclair—known for work with Weezer and Fall Out Boy—and recorded live to tape inside a New...
TRIP VILLAIN Drops New Banger "Cyan Spirits"
Brooklyn electronic‑metal collective Trip Villain has unveiled the single “Cyan Spirits,” a preview of their forthcoming second album Dose. The track fuses Roland 303‑driven acid techno with abrasive noise‑rock textures and is accompanied by a self‑directed visual from frontman Josh Musto....
You Don't Have to Care About Clothes to Love Arpenteur (EXCLUSIVE)
Arpenteur, the Lyon‑based menswear label founded by cousins Marc Asseily and Laurent Bourven, marks its 15th anniversary with a Fall/Winter 2026 collection that expands into soft lambskin outerwear and a uniquely rigid linen fabric. The brand continues its commitment to...
This Artful, Maximalist Furniture Trend Is Having a Moment Right Now
A new maximalist furniture trend, highlighted at Art Basel Miami, emphasizes soft, sculptural pieces with curvy lines. Designers like Rachel Brown say consumers are moving away from sharp, gallery‑like interiors toward comfortable, rounded sofas and chairs. The trend is reflected...
Sheridan Smith & Michael Socha in UK Crime Series 'The Cage' Trailer
BBC has released the trailer for "The Cage," a new British crime‑thriller set to debut on iPlayer on April 26, 2026. The plot follows Liverpool casino workers Leanne (Sheridan Smith) and Matty (Michael Socha) as they each plot to steal...
Premiere: Keith Carne (of We Are Scientists) Shares New Single “Totally Liminal”
Keith Carne, longtime drummer for We Are Scientists, is releasing his debut solo album *Magenta Light* on April 20, 2026. The record showcases him as a singer‑songwriter, producer and multi‑instrumentalist, blending spacious indie pop with dance‑floor energy. Ahead of the launch, he premiered the track...
I Set up This Alexa Automation so My Lights Turn on Before I Walk Through the Door
A homeowner details how they used Amazon Alexa’s location‑based routines to automatically turn on a smart bulb in the entryway when they arrive home. The setup involves enabling precise location in the Alexa app, creating a routine triggered by arrival,...
I Wish I Had a Better Answer.
The post spotlights a curated list of Canadian indie films, with Sophy Romvari’s debut feature Blue Heron positioned as the standout narrative of the year. Romvari mines her family’s painful past, using a child‑to‑adult perspective shift to upend coming‑of‑age conventions. The...
Dolly Parton’s Reading Initiative Hits Snag in California
The California State Library allocated $70 million in 2022 to boost childhood literacy, channeling part of the funding through a newly created nonprofit, Strong Reader Partnership, to work with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. The partnership spent over $1 million of taxpayer money...
Cult Spanish Comic ‘Solo’ Comes To Brutal Life In Hampa Studio’s Proof-of-Concept Trailer (EXCLUSIVE)
Spanish studio Hampa has unveiled a proof‑of‑concept trailer for a feature film adaptation of the cult comic *Solo*. The three‑year effort, led by director Toni Mortero, uses 3D tools to mimic the comic’s 2D aesthetic while working hand‑in‑hand with creator...
Interpol Debuts New Song ‘Wings On Fire’ In Albuquerque
Interpol introduced a new song, “Wings On Fire,” during their April 16 show at Revel Entertainment Center in Albuquerque. The track joins another fresh cut, “See Out Loud,” which the band first performed in March, signaling a forthcoming record after...
Samaritan Behavioral Health Launches Integrated Care Clinic in Lebanon
Samaritan Behavioral Health & Recovery opened an integrated behavioral health clinic in Lebanon, Ohio, and held an open house to introduce its combined primary care, psychiatry, therapy, and addiction services. The model seeks to cut referral loops and improve outcomes...
Melbourne’s North‑South Divide: Which Side Fits Your Travel Style?
Melbourne’s Yarra River creates a north‑south split that shapes everything from hotels to food scenes. Travelers can choose the polished, beach‑front vibe of the south or the eclectic, arts‑focused energy of the north, depending on their priorities.
As Salone Raritas Prepares to Make Its Debut, We Reflect on the Momentous Rise of the Collectible Design Fair
Salone Raritas debuts at Milan’s Fiera Milano, occupying pavilions 9‑11 and showcasing 25 international exhibitors in a lantern‑like space designed by Formafantasma. The launch marks a strategic pivot for Salone del Mobile as industrial‑focused fairs like IMM Cologne cancel while collectible‑design events gain traction worldwide....
DESI Completes Largest‑Ever 3‑D Cosmic Map, Charting 47 Million Galaxies
The Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument (DESI) has finished its original five‑year survey, producing the most detailed three‑dimensional map of the Universe with data on more than 47 million galaxies and quasars. The achievement, made from the Mayall Telescope at Kitt Peak,...
Nutrition Experts Emphasize Two Essential Fats and Their Food Sources
Nutrition experts convened to underline the importance of two essential dietary fats, pointing to nuts, seed oils, leafy greens, and fish as primary sources. Their consensus highlights a shift toward nutrient‑dense fat choices amid ongoing public confusion about dietary recommendations.
Wick Rotating Spinors and Twistors
The talk in Marseille examined the longstanding difficulty of Wick rotating spinor fields between Minkowski and Euclidean spacetimes, highlighting that complex spacetime geometry simplifies spinor and twistor representations while real spacetimes introduce incompatibilities. The speaker proposed redefining the Minkowski Lorentz...
Trump Halts $7B Climate Fund; Creator Battles in Court
Today on Volts: Climate United was designed to disperse $7 billion worth of climate & clean-energy funds to underserved communities. Just as it had begun pushing money out the door, Trump killed it & rescinded the money. I talk with...
James Hibberd's CinemaCon Recap Covers DC, Marvel, More
If you read one #CinemaCon recap Winners & Losers column, make it this one by @JamesHibberd , who takes on DC, Marvel, Mandalorian, Paramount, AMC and more. https://t.co/O85FCNzGHL
Finland Survey Shows Foreign‑Background Kids Face Higher Bullying and Isolation
Finland's public health authority THL reports that more than 50% of foreign‑background eighth and ninth graders experienced bullying or discrimination last year, versus under 33% of native‑Finnish peers. The findings, released Tuesday, underscore rising mental‑health risks for immigrant children and...
Future Goals Boost Resilience After Childhood Trauma
Why do kids need a future to aim for? Join me this week with neuroscientist David Sussillo (@SussilloDavid) as we discuss the interaction of childhood trauma and resilience. https://t.co/CQWGwHcJHg https://t.co/cALwHGwGcZ
Planet Formation Timeline Finally Solved After 35 Years
Ask Ethan: How long does it take planets to form? Just 35 years ago, we knew so little about how planets formed, or how long the process took. Here in 2026, we now have a complete end-to-end story: validated by actual data. https://t.co/coJPyFNQW0
Oregon's Wildlife Action Plan Approved, New Lodging Tax Funds Conservation
The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife's 2026 State Wildlife Action Plan received final approval from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, unlocking a dedicated funding stream from a 1.25% increase in the state's transient lodging tax. The plan targets...
Blood Test Identifies Molecules Predicting Short‑term Survival
New Blood Test Signals Who is Most Likely to Live Longer, Study Finds Research finds tiny molecules in blood strongly predict short‑term survival in older adults https://t.co/8bv3I5CCXE https://t.co/IdZ5eYOmwe
7 Proven Strategies to Boost Memory and Learning
This is the #1 bestselling book on memory. It's helped 1.5M+ people learn better, remember more, and study more effectively. Here are 7 key lessons from "Make It Stick": https://t.co/LGJM6EutQQ
Wheat Bran Plus Resistant Starch Improves Fecal Health Markers
Combining wheat bran with resistant starch has more beneficial effects on fecal indexes than does wheat bran alone https://t.co/c5q4PlNB2l
AZD4956
Just disclosed in #AACR26 abstracts: $AZN AZD4956 = DNA pol theta inhibitor. My story from when it entered phase 1/2 Parthenon study +/-saruparib -> https://t.co/bHoOKqd7da
C.S. Lewis Reveals Our Deepest Existential Desire
The Thing Itself – C.S. Lewis on what we long for in our existential longing https://t.co/JjBeAFJJek
B Cells Critical for Exercise Performance, Study Shows
Did you know immune systemB cells are essential for exercise performance? Learning from B cell deficiency in the mouse model https://t.co/BWGC0GKVIq https://t.co/OhQWwNmXLU
Discomfort Over Euphoria: Discipline Beats Market Noise
Fasting teaches one thing markets can't: sit with discomfort and not react. $SPY at 7,041. Records everywhere. Euphoria is loud. Discipline is quiet. The best trades I've ever missed were the ones I didn't make in moments like this. https://t.co/nEl9gU1i6G