Guggenheim Announces 2026 Fellows, Highlighting Surge in Applications Amid Funding Cuts
The Guggenheim Foundation unveiled its 2026 class of 223 Guggenheim Fellows, including textile artist Sonya Clark and interdisciplinary creator Allison Janae Hamilton. Applications jumped 50% year‑over‑year even as arts funding faces cuts, underscoring growing demand for independent creative support.
New Trailer and Poster for Psychological Drama THE CURRENTS
Milagros Mumenthaler’s new psychological drama *The Currents* debuts its trailer and poster ahead of a U.S. theatrical launch on May 29, 2026. The film follows Argentine fashion designer Lina, played by Isabel Aimé González Sola, who survives a near‑fatal plunge into a Swiss...
Eve Maret, “Diamond Cutter”
Eve Maret’s new album Diamond Cutter fuses electronic dance music with church‑inspired lyrical mantras, creating a transcendent listening experience. The record opens with vocal‑driven tracks that repeat mantra‑like phrases before shifting to an instrumental second half, stripping personal narrative in...
One Great Poem to Read Today: Robert Hayden’s “Those Winter Sundays”
Literary Hub marks the 30th anniversary of National Poetry Month by featuring a daily poem series, beginning with Robert Hayden’s “Those Winter Sundays.” The piece, a quietly tender elegy to the poet’s foster‑father, examines unspoken parental love and late‑life regret....
Netflix Plans to Add a Vertical Video Feed, Use AI for Recommendations
Netflix will launch a TikTok‑style vertical video feed within its apps this month, expanding its short‑form content offering. The streaming giant is also deepening AI use for recommendations, search and advertising, building on its ChatGPT‑powered search and a recent acquisition...
The Luxury Collection Celebrates 120 Years of Italian Heritage
Luxury Collection announced a partnership with designer Margherita Maccapani Missoni to launch Maccapani Edits, an immersive pop‑up and capsule collection at its Casa Brera hotel in Milan. The seven‑day event, running 20‑26 April 2026, coincides with Milan Design Week and...
The Power of Relaxed Assertive Confidence
Relaxed assertive confidence is the calm certainty that an ask will be answered with a yes, separating top sales performers from those who hesitate. Vera Stewart exemplifies this mindset, securing a refrigerated truck and a TV syndication deal by asking...
Not Failing, but Not Growing Either
The post reflects on a common professional plateau where daily routines keep things afloat but fail to generate real growth. It describes the feeling of “not failing, but not growing either,” highlighting how comfort and low risk create a static...
7 Meeting Scripts That Cut the Noise and Drive Action
The article outlines seven practical meeting scripts designed to eliminate wasted time and drive concrete outcomes. It cites Harvard Business Review research showing structured meetings are 50% shorter and yield 40% more actionable results. Each script— from a pre‑meeting brief...
Exploring Rhythm, Noise, and New Music with Analog Tara
Took a walk with ANALOG TARA and learned so much about the teachings of Pauline Oliveros, the boundaries between rhythm and noise, the long path of electronic musicking and more Tara’s fabulous new recording, Life of the Mother, is out today https://open.substack.com/pub/thefutureisourstomake/p/going-where-the-work-needs-to-go
The Hidden Fear Behind Procrastination
The post reframes procrastination as a protective response to hidden fear rather than laziness or poor time management. It explains how anxiety about failure, adequacy, and uncertainty fuels task avoidance. By lowering emotional weight and expectations, the author suggests small,...
Swap Habits, Not Cravings: Quit Drinking with Candy
How I quit drinking 20 beers a day: I ate a pack of M&Ms every time I wanted a beer. Not a joke, Charles Duhigg's book "the power of habit" taught me you can't kill a habit, only...
Interview: Zee Nxumalo Wants You To Dance
Zee Nxumalo, the Swazi‑South African singer who topped South Africa’s streaming charts for female artists in 2025, is set to release her new EP ‘IZINJA ZAM’ next week. The project, created with Durban’s Dlala Thukzin, aims to deliver dance‑floor anthems...
Los Angeles Itinerary: The Insider’s Guide to Three Perfect Days
Condé Nast Traveler’s senior editor outlines a three‑day Los Angeles itinerary that pairs iconic attractions—The Broad, Getty Villa, Griffith Park—with neighborhood‑level dining and nightlife. The guide recommends six hotels, each tailored to a specific traveler vibe, and stresses the need for a personal...
Hong Kong Releases April Gravidtrap Data for Aedes Albopictus Mosquito Surveillance
Hong Kong’s Food and Environmental Hygiene Department (FEHD) released April 2026 surveillance data for Aedes albopictus across eight districts. Seven districts recorded gravid‑trap indexes below the 10% threshold, indicating low mosquito activity. Sheung Shui posted a 21.3% index, surpassing the alert level...
Why You Quit What You Don’t Care About Deeply
The post argues that people quit tasks not because they lack willpower, but because the activity isn’t deeply connected to their values. Shallow, “should‑do” reasons crumble when resistance appears, while the brain conserves energy for pursuits that feel meaningful. By...
STAT+: Pharmalittle: We’re Reading About Lilly Weight Loss Pill Trial Results, Slashed U.K. Clinical Trial Times, and More
Researchers led by Richard DiMarchi and Matthias Tschöp reported a novel GIP‑glucagon dual agonist that may achieve weight loss comparable to GLP‑1 drugs without the typical nausea and vomiting. In parallel, Eli Lilly announced that its new obesity pill Foundayo lowered...
The Difference Between Forced Discipline and Emotional Discipline
The article contrasts forced discipline, which relies on external pressure and short‑term push, with emotional discipline, which stems from internal alignment and meaning. Forced discipline can produce immediate results but creates tension, fatigue, and eventual burnout. Emotional discipline listens to...
Roblox Pays $12 Million to Nevada, Rolls Out New Child‑Safety Measures
Roblox has agreed to pay more than $12 million to the state of Nevada and implement stricter safety features after the attorney general accused the platform of failing to protect children. The deal includes $10 million for youth programs, new age‑verification tech,...
Shopify Meets Streaming: How Single Helps Artists Sell Music Directly to Fans
Single has launched a Shopify‑based platform that lets musicians sell music, stream releases, host live‑stream tickets, and run fan subscriptions from a single storefront. The tool merges commerce, content, and community, enabling chart‑eligible sales that feed directly into official rankings....
The People Who Struggle Most with Compliments Aren’t Humble. They’re Recalibrating in Real Time Against a Version of Themselves They...
The article explains that high‑achieving professionals, especially in the space sector, often experience impostor phenomenon, causing them to treat compliments as a stress test rather than genuine praise. When praised, they launch an internal audit, trying to reconcile external validation...
Rocket Report: Starship V3 Test-Fired; ESA's Tentative Step Toward Crew Launch
SpaceX advanced its Starship program with a successful static‑fire of the Version 3 vehicle and a full‑engine ignition of the Super Heavy booster, marking the most powerful rocket test to date. The European Space Agency opened a €1 million (≈$1.1 million) call for a...
Hip Mobility, Pelvic Floor, Core: Key to Back Relief
Low back pain 6 exercises that improve hip mobility, pelvic floor strength and core stability. When your hips move better, your lower back doesn’t have to compensate. A strong pelvic floor and stable core support your spine and reduce unnecessary stress....
“Get Out” Star Betty Gabriel and “Nuremberg” Director James Vanderbilt to Attend Ebertfest 2026
Ebertfest 2026, the 27th and final edition of the Champaign‑based film festival, announced two new special guests: actress Betty Gabriel, who will join a post‑screening Q&A for Jordan Peele’s Oscar‑winning “Get Out,” and writer‑director James Vanderbilt, slated to discuss his...
The Maureens Share Don’t Give Up
Meritorio Records has released a preview of Maureens' new single “Don’t Give Up,” slated for official release on May 29. The track serves as the opening song for the band’s upcoming album, which is expected to drop at the end...
Taiwanese Universities Unveil Green Nanorod Sensor Platform with 0.21 µM Detection Limit
Researchers from National Central University and National Taipei University of Technology have built a green nanorod‑based electrochemical sensor that detects adrenaline at a limit of 0.21 µM. The platform uses coffee‑acid reduction to embed rhenium nanoparticles in hollow ZnMn₂O₄ microspheres, offering...
Instacart Co‑Founder Max Mullen Steps Back After 13 Years, Moves to Advisory Role
Instacart co‑founder Max Mullen announced he is stepping back from daily operations after 13 years, transitioning to an advisory position. The move comes as Instacart finalizes its acquisition of Instaleap, signaling a push into global markets.
The Life You Keep Running Even When You’re Tired of It
{"summary":"The post reflects on the subtle fatigue that creeps in when life’s routine continues smoothly but internal energy wanes, describing a feeling of running on autopilot despite no obvious problems. It emphasizes the disconnect between outward responsibilities and inner motivation,...
Your Life Has Background Tabs Open
The post uses the metaphor of background browser tabs to describe a subtle, pervasive mental fatigue that isn’t obvious but slows daily performance. It explains how lingering thoughts and unfinished tasks occupy cognitive bandwidth, much like hidden processes that drain...
Depending on Mood to Take Action
The post argues that basing work on fleeting moods creates inconsistency and erodes productivity. While acting only when motivation peaks feels authentic, mood volatility leads to missed deadlines and a gap between intention and execution. The author stresses that sustainable...
Child Regression Signals Unspoken Emotional Strain
Signs your child is processing something hard: They suddenly get clingy again. They start wetting the bed again. They lose skills they had. Regression is their way of saying "something feels heavy right now."
Therapy for Brain Injuries in Infants Bags Funding: Is the First HIE Drug on the Way?
ReAlta Life Sciences raised $40 million to finish its phase 2 STAR trial of pegtarazimod, a first‑in‑class drug that blocks both complement C1 and neutrophil pathways to treat hypoxic‑ischemic encephalopathy (HIE) in newborns. HIE affects about 8,000 U.S. infants annually, causing 15‑20%...
Alamar Biosciences Upsizes IPO, Raises $191.3 M to Accelerate Cell‑Based Drug Discovery
Alamar Biosciences priced an upsized initial public offering of 11.25 million shares at $17 each, generating $191.3 million in gross proceeds. The capital will fund the expansion of its cell‑based drug discovery platform, positioning the company for broader partnerships and a Nasdaq...
Why You Feel Mentally Drained Before the Day Even Starts
Many professionals report feeling mentally drained before their workday even begins. The blog attributes this early fatigue to the brain’s premature activation, often triggered by immediate phone checks, lingering thoughts, and information overload. It argues that the problem isn’t insufficient...
Combat Tech Imposter Syndrome with Wins, Community, Teaching
Imposter syndrome hits different in tech. Here’s what helped me: 1. Document every win — no matter how small 2. Find your community (hi 👋🏾) 3. Remember — you were hired/accepted for a reason 4. Teach what you know — it proves you know it Save this for a hard...
Parenting: Prioritize Children’s Growth Over Self‑Interest
My wife and I, our whole job is to provide, to protect, to. love, to facilitate....It's to find out who our children are, find out their likes and their dislikes, and try to help them through life, to find themselves,...
The Destroyed Remnants of a Lost World Are Falling to Earth, Scientists Discover
A new study provides the first definitive evidence that angrites originated from a large, now‑destroyed protoplanet. Using a novel geobarometer on the primitive meteorite NWA 12,774, researchers estimate the angrite parent body’s radius at least 620 miles (≈1,000 km), comparable to Pluto or...
French Plant-Based Meat Leader La Vie Enters Tofu Category After Green-Tinted Rebrand
French plant‑based meat leader La Vie has launched a three‑product tofu range—smoked block, teriyaki cubes and ultra‑crispy nuggets—each delivering 13‑17 g protein per 100 g and made with preservative‑free French soybeans. The rollout follows a green‑tinted rebrand that lifted natural‑product perception by...
Do What You Want, Def
Screw the rules. Write about what you want. Stop 'niching.' Be ridiculous. Be who you want to be. Sell a product no one is selling. Say what others won't. Be a generalist. Blaze a new trail. You can do all these things. Because doing what you WANT makes the difference.
Eight Years Later: Is DeKalb Market Hall Still Worth It?
Today's Substack is a visit to the eight year old DeKalb Market Hall. Is it still worth visiting? https://t.co/9licBgoJhK https://t.co/abX8bDvSxe
NASA JPL, Ubotica and Open Cosmos Collaboration
Ubotica Technologies and Open Cosmos have partnered with NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory to launch the Flight Demonstration of Federated Autonomous MEasurement (FAME) under NASA’s Earth Science Technology Office. The program will initially test six satellites in summer 2026, eventually linking...
Week of Wild Breakthroughs Fuels Optimistic Future
Quaise 1st superhot geothermal plant Panthalassa wave-powered lollipop AI DC Vital Lyfe Access drinkable water in a box Sabi hat that can read your mind Prophetic dream lucidity Salk Lab gets $41.3M Sonogenetics +Science Breakthroughs + Friedberg What a week for the optimists. https://t.co/ZOV7BGYruW
Artemis 2's Heat Shield Seems to Have Aced Its Trial by Fire
NASA’s Orion capsule “Integrity” completed Artemis 2’s Earth return with its 16.5‑foot heat shield largely intact, despite earlier concerns from Artemis 1’s damage. Engineers mitigated risk by steepening the re‑entry angle, shortening exposure to peak temperatures around 5,000 °F (2,800 °C). Crew members reported...
Lee “Scratch”Perry & Mouse on Mars :: Rockcurry
Lee "Scratch" Perry, the legendary dub pioneer, has teamed up with electronic duo Mouse on Mars to release the single "Rockcurry." The track opens their forthcoming album *Spatial, No Problem*, slated for a June 5 release on Domino Record Co....
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Cowboy Boots Don't Have to Be Boring, Here's 10 Ways They Can Add Americana Flare to Your Outfit
The article outlines ten distinct ways to style cowboy boots, positioning them as a year‑round fashion staple that bridges rugged Western roots with contemporary femininity. It emphasizes neutral, metallic, and vibrant color options, and shows how texture mixing and proportion...
Industry Panel: Moon Base Essentials Include Transportation, Surface Power
NASA aims to establish a permanent lunar surface base by 2030, launching nearly monthly robotic missions through 2028 to test habitation technologies. An industry panel highlighted three pillars—reliable transportation, continuous communication relays, and robust surface power—as essential for sustained operations....
Discipline Unlocks Creative Freedom: 10 Essential Writing Tips
“Turn up for work. Discipline allows creative freedom. No discipline equals no freedom.” 10 tips on writing (which apply to most of life) from one of our civilization's greatest living writers https://t.co/3jrGv2wAs4
Pillion Is the "Brilliant" British Movie that You Need to Stream This Weekend
British drama *Pillion*, starring Harry Melling and Alexander Skarsgård, has arrived on UK streaming platforms Sky Cinema and NOW after a Cannes debut and a November theatrical run. Written and directed by Harry Lighton, the film adapts Adam Mars‑Jones’s novel *Box Hill* and...
WATCH: Xdinary Heroes’ Stratospheric Video For Stunning New Track ‘Voyager’
Xdinary Heroes dropped their eighth mini‑album “DEAD AND,” spotlighting the soaring track “Voyager” with a high‑budget, space‑themed music video. The visual pairs cinematic imagery with the band’s expansive rock sound, underscoring a new artistic era. The group announced a UK...
How Female Anglerfish Evolved to Have It All
Researchers examined over 100 anglerfish species and built a detailed family tree, revealing that female lures evolved not only for hunting but also to attract mates. The study, published in Ichthyology and Herpetology, shows a striking diversification of bioluminescent and...