How Ants Tell Friends From Foes
A study in Current Biology reveals that clonal raider ants can reshape their nestmate‑recognition system throughout adulthood by repeated exposure to foreign colony odors. Young ants placed in a foreign colony adopt the host’s chemical profile and cease aggression, yet they retain an innate bias toward their original genotype. The learned tolerance is fragile—aggression returns after a week of isolation, but occasional contact sustains acceptance. These results provide a behavioral platform for probing the neural mechanisms of social odor learning in insects.
Reconnecting Body Awareness Boosts Sleep and Healing
72% of people in trauma therapy can describe their emotions in detail. Only 28% can locate where those emotions live in their body. That gap has a name, "interoceptive dissociation." Here's how to rebuild it, and why your sleep, your emotions, and...
Massive Ancient-DNA Study Reveals Natural Selection Has Accelerated in Recent Human Evolution
A new study of nearly 16,000 ancient genomes from West Eurasia spanning the last 10,000 years shows that natural selection has acted on hundreds of genes, not just a few as previously thought. Researchers identified 479 alleles under strong directional...
Cleveland Rolls Out Final Franz Welser-Möst Season
After 25 years and roughly 1,200 performances, Franz Welser-Möst will step down as music director of The Cleveland Orchestra in summer 2027. His final 2026‑27 season launches with Strauss’s Four Last Songs and Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 8, and includes rare works...
ALBUM REVIEW: Dirk Powell Showcases Clever, Wide-Ranging Artistry on ‘Wake’
Dirk Powell’s first solo record in six years, "Wake," arrives as a richly arranged folk‑rock collection that showcases his multi‑instrumental prowess. The album opens with the waltz “Étoiles Cachées,” evoking classic Americana vibes, and moves through jigs, piano‑driven ballads, and layered...
Live From WWG26: New Releases From Angelus
Angelus unveiled the Tinkler, a 38 mm quarter‑repeater watch available in stainless steel and rose‑gold. The piece uses a La Joux‑Perret J200 base movement paired with a Dubuis Depraz repeater mechanism. Prices are approximately $38,150 for the steel version and $56,680 for...
Spring Sale: 20% Off Clara Obligado’s Growth Memoir
Our spring sale is still in bloom through Friday. Save 20% off using code SPRING20 on all our titles including all that grows by Clara Obligado.🌱 🪻🪻🪻 all that grows: nature and writing is the English-language translation of Todo lo que crece:...
Madonna Shares First Track Teaser for ‘Confessions On A Dance Floor: Part II’
Madonna has officially confirmed a sequel to her 2005 dance‑pop masterpiece, announcing Confessions On A Dance Floor: Part II and releasing a teaser for the opening track “I Feel So Free.” The album is slated for July 3 2026, marking her first full‑length...
Nike’s Iconic Air More Uptempo Is Returning With Original ’90s Details
Nike announced the 2026 re‑release of its iconic Air More Uptempo, preserving the original Black/Black/White colorway and full‑length visible Air cushioning. The sneaker, famously worn by Scottie Pippen in the 1996 NBA Finals and featured in pop‑culture moments, will drop on...
Malta Mina – Leia
Malta Mina released the single "Leia" in 2026, delivering an 80s‑style electro track that fuses vintage synth textures with contemporary dance‑floor energy. The song, available on Bandcamp, has been praised for its layered production and relentless momentum, prompting reviewers to...
NASA Shifts Focus to Permanent Lunar Base and Nuclear Propulsion
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced the "Ignition" initiative, redirecting resources from the Gateway station to build a permanent lunar south‑pole outpost by 2030. The plan also includes launching the SR‑1 Freedom, the first nuclear‑powered interplanetary spacecraft, slated for 2028 with...
How to Buy, Install, and Use a Travel eSIM Without Mistakes?
Travelers often assume data works instantly after landing, but missteps with eSIM activation can cause costly delays. The guide stresses checking coverage, region locks, and device compatibility before purchase, then installing the profile on a reliable Wi‑Fi connection and activating...
Zach Cregger’s Sci-Fi Thriller The Flood Will Land in Theaters in 2028
Zach Cregger’s next film, the sci‑fi thriller *The Flood*, is slated for a wide theatrical release on August 11, 2028. The project moved from an abandoned Netflix development deal to Warner Bros.’ New Line, with Amblin Entertainment co‑producing. Cregger, fresh...
The Shattered God
Darcey Steinke’s latest nonfiction, *This Is the Door: The Body, Pain, and Faith*, examines how chronic pain reshapes spiritual belief. Drawing on C.S. Lewis’s own journey from *The Problem of Pain* to *A Grief Observed*, she interweaves personal anecdotes with...
DEAFKIDS Unleash New Single "Reflexo" Ahead Of Cicatrizes Do Futuro
Brazilian experimental duo DEAFKIDS dropped their new single “Reflexo,” the lead track from the forthcoming album Cicatrizes Do Futuro, slated for release on May 29 via Neurot Recordings. The song pushes the group into a darker, more electronic realm, featuring...
Ocean’s 11 Prequel Will Follow a Heist at the 1962 Monaco Grand Prix
Margot Robbie announced that the upcoming Ocean’s 11 prequel will be set during the 1962 Monaco Grand Prix, with a June 25, 2027 release date. Bradley Cooper will co‑star as one of Danny Ocean’s parents and also direct the untitled...
Oneohtrix Point Never Shares New Track, ‘Dim Stars’
Oneohtrix Point Never (Daniel Lopatin) unveiled a new track, “Dim Stars,” and an extended version of 2025’s “For Residue.” Both songs drop on Warp Records as part of the audiovisual live show promoting his 2024 album *Tranquilizer*. Lopatin’s European tour...
Curiosity Is No Solo Act
In their new adaptation of *Curious Minds: The Power of Connection*, Perry Zurn and Dani S. Bassett trace how curiosity has been portrayed from harmless gossip‑seeker to biblical transgressor. The authors argue that the archetype of the curious individual has...
Silvana Estrada: ‘Bad Bunny Is My Hero, but Latin America Is a Continent’
Mexican folk singer Silvana Estrada, fresh off her self‑produced sophomore album Vendrán Suaves Lluvias, discusses the pressure to record in English, her feminist view on production, and the growing global appetite for Spanish‑language music. The 29‑year‑old, who won Best New...
Why Does Stress Push People to Habits Like Drinking?
A Texas A&M study identified a direct neural pathway linking stress centers in the central amygdala and bed nucleus of the stria terminalis to the dorsal striatum, where CRF activates cholinergic interneurons that promote behavioral flexibility. The researchers showed that...
Orcutt Shelley Miller Yow – “Hot Head”
Orcutt Shelley Miller, the critically acclaimed power trio, has released a new single featuring a collaboration with Jesus Lizard frontman David Yow on a cover of Captain Beefheart’s "Hot Head." The A‑side delivers a blistering, multi‑directional assault, while the B‑side...
Early Warning Signs Your Child Might Need Braces
Early orthodontic signs in children range from obvious crowding or gaps to subtle habits like mouth‑breathing and thumb‑sucking. Dental experts recommend a baseline evaluation by age seven to catch alignment, bite, or jaw issues before they worsen. The article outlines...
Nature Is Still Molding Human Genes, Study Finds
A new study published in Nature examined DNA from 15,836 ancient human remains and identified 479 genetic variants that were favored by natural selection in the past 10,000 years, overturning the notion that human biology has been largely static since the...
The Belmond British Pullman Is Getting a Michelin-Starred Upgrade for One Day Only
London’s Michelin‑starred Italian‑British restaurant Luca is marking its 10th anniversary with a one‑day pop‑up aboard Belmond’s British Pullman train on June 4. Chef Robert Chambers has crafted a four‑course, British‑ingredient‑focused menu that will be served as the train travels from London...
Booster Speed-Processing Training Cuts Dementia Risk 25%
This one type of cognitive training might delay dementia.🧠🧠 In the ACTIVE randomized controlled trial, older adults were assigned to memory, reasoning, or speed training — then they were followed for 20 years. Standard memory and reasoning training didn't reduce dementia risk....
Study Suggests Thousands of Human Genes Under Recent Selection
Until now, scientists have identified only a few dozen variants that went through natural selection in humans in the past 10,000 years. A new study claims to find hundreds--maybe thousands. Here's my story on the provocative research, and the mixed...
FTCT Expands Grant Access for Fashion Industry Families
The Fashion Textiles Children’s Trust (FTCT) has reduced the minimum trade‑connection period for current UK fashion and textile employees from 12 months to six months, effective April 2026. The adjustment reflects the rise of short‑term contracts and aims to deliver grant...
Watch Alice Cooper Cover Nirvana at 2026 Tour Kickoff
Veteran shock‑rock icon Alice Cooper kicked off his Alice’s Attic spring 2026 tour in San Antonio with a high‑energy set that blended classic hits, pop‑metal anthems, and theatrical stagecraft. The performance featured a surprise cover of Nirvana’s “Smells Like Teen...
Can Dark Showering Really Improve Your Sleep?
Dark showering, a growing wellness trend, involves turning off bathroom lights—or using only dim candles—during an evening shower to create a low‑stimulus environment. Proponents cite Ayurvedic Snāna practices and modern sleep science, noting that warm water (104‑108.5°F) followed by cooling...
Bob Dylan Inflates Rough and Rowdy Ways Itinerary with New Dates in the Midwest and Northeast
Bob Dylan has expanded his Rough and Rowdy Ways tour with six additional U.S. concerts, extending the itinerary into the Midwest and Northeast after the July 8 Chicago show. The new dates run from July 10 in Cincinnati through July 19 in Bridgeport,...
DOWN Announces Remastered Version Of Over The Under With A Bonus Track
Southern metal veterans Down will issue a remastered edition of their 2007 album Over The Under on June 19 through Nuclear Blast Records. The reissue, engineered by Eric Koondel, adds the new bonus track “Invest In Fear” and marks the album’s...
Teach Kids Immediate Obedience to Prevent Tragic Accidents
Not all dads. A few days ago at the park, my kid started chasing another kid. They were playing. But the other kid kept running even though there was a street up ahead. His dad yelled to stop but the kid didn't listen. Now...
Promolytics: Targeting Cancer‑Promoting Clones to Halt Progression
A new review on tumor promotion and the evolution of cancer with the concept of "promolytics" —drugs that could prevent potentially dangerous clones and/or their progression https://t.co/IFah5gi8ZK @Nature
The Best Gifts for New Moms, According to New Moms
The Strategist surveyed new and seasoned mothers to compile a list of 46 top gifts for new moms, ranging from practical baby gear to self‑care luxuries. Items include the Haakaa Gen 2 Plus manual breast pump, Coterie chemical‑free diapers, Lululemon Align maternity...
Young Luis Guzmán’s First Film Funded by Two Boots Pizza
Also starring a very young Luis Guzmán! In one of his very first feature film roles. He's even mentioned on the pizza board at the pizza place in NYC they founded (called Two Boots Pizza) to help fund this film...
Scientists Identify Vowel‑Like Elements in Whale Communication
Humans are making progress on decoding the language of whales. They seem to have something that functions roughly like vowels.
Fuses – “Garden of Ashes”
Fuses, a new collaboration between Motorists’ Craig Fahner and Swedish drummer‑bassist Moa‑Linn Rösenlof, debuted the single “Garden of Ashes.” The track blends soft vocal harmonies with pedal‑steel‑driven country‑rock, diverging from Fahner’s power‑pop roots. Their debut album, Sawdust in the Transmission,...
Mark Ruffalo Testifies Against Paramount‑WBD Merger Today
Actor Mark Ruffalo -- who has strongly opposed the Paramount-WBD merger -- will testify via videoconference at the Senate hearing today, according to Booker's office https://t.co/QKABiKeZiH via @variety
AI-Driven Thriller Starring Casey Affleck Explores Crypto Origin
🧵Inside a Fully AI Movie Starring Casey Affleck Exclusive @TheWrap: It’s a globe-trotting thriller about the search for the identity of the person who invented the decentralized cryptocurrency. And it’s made with human actors and AI on a $70 million budget....
PFA Associated with Heightened Stroke Risk
Pulsed field ablation (PFA) showed a 30‑day stroke or TIA rate of 0.47%, markedly higher than the 0.10% observed with radiofrequency ablation (RFA) in a study of more than 4,000 atrial fibrillation procedures. While overall safety remains strong, PFA procedures...
Most Athletes Don't Need Extra Electrolyte Supplements
Electrolytes are heavily marketed to athletes, especially those who notice salty sweat marks during exercise. But do all athletes really need supplements? This blog examines the evidence behind electrolyte use and common claims. Click here: https://t.co/XeKRTTyRpo https://t.co/zX1GrHLJU8
Four Questions to Know When to Delegate Decisions
Should You Delegate That Decision? Ask These 4 Questions - https://t.co/ZYqetPMEAZ - https://t.co/1oObzNjeuR - by Cheryl Strauss Einhorn
A Leadership Reset for INTP Personalities
The post highlights that 63% of INTP leaders fear decision‑making, not from low confidence but from relentless analysis that stalls action. It identifies three self‑sabotaging patterns: turning self‑awareness into endless research, withdrawing into solitude so burnout goes unnoticed, and skipping...
Warner Bros Leverages Influencers, Friendly Critics for Digger Launch
Of course #Digger won’t debut at fall festival Warner Bros will stack the deck with influencers & positives-accentuating “critics” trading glowing pull quotes for ACCESS to early screenings, scoring interviews with Tom Cruise Why risk it with those who won’t take that...
Moderna's Cancer Therapy Rename May Mislead Physicians
Moderna mRNA cancer treatment used to be called a "cancer vaccine" but in 2023 they switched to "individualized neoantigen therapy." Some docs think the name change is misleading. https://t.co/UIn2djdDAv
Need Kid-Friendly Linear Story for Grade 2 Talk
I'm speaking at my kid's Grade 2 class today about storytelling, and I'm looking for a story I've written that's good vibes somewhat linear storytelling with age-appropriate themes and for the life of me I can't find any. Sigh.
AI Agents Power Future Biotech Labs and Organizations
Live in 15 minutes — I'm talking with Stanford's @james_y_zou on his latest research in building laboratories and biotech orgs made of hundreds or even thousands of AI agents Register now to watch live, for free: https://t.co/xSa5NXkX4A
Statins Don't Harm Muscle Health in Older Adults
Statin use does not impair muscle health in older adults: findings from the SCOPE study https://t.co/WKjk9Ov0rG https://t.co/xTo9mk3vbw
US Trailer Drops for NZ Coming‑of‑Age Comedy ‘The Mountain’
New US Trailer for New Zealand's 'The Mountain' Three Kids Comedy https://t.co/0ph895lzaQ #TheMountain #RachelHouse #NewZealand #TaranakiMaunga #comingofage https://t.co/ElY94sA06B
Brain‑Computer Interfaces Will Become Our Primary Tech Interface
BCI (brain-computer interface) will be how humans interact with all technologies (software and hardware) in the coming years