Na Hong-Jin’s Alien Invasion Film Hope Gets a First Trailer—And a Possible Sequel
South Korean director Na Hong‑jin, known for the horror hit The Wailing, unveiled the first trailer for his new alien‑invasion thriller Hope, which debuted at Cannes and was dubbed the festival’s “craziest movie.” The film stars an international ensemble—including Hwang Jung‑min, Zo In‑sung, Michael Fassbender, Alicia Vikander and Taylor Russell—who portray both humans and shape‑shifting aliens. Na confirmed he has already written a sequel, positioning Hope as a potential franchise. Neon will handle the U.S. release this fall, though a specific date remains unannounced.
Lowertown Have Announced a London Oslo Headline Show with New Single ‘Mice Protection’
New York duo Lowertown unveiled their next single “Mice Protection,” the lead track from the forthcoming album *Ugly Duckling Union* slated for release on May 22 via Summer Shade. The song, recorded in a basement studio that doubled as Avsha Weinberg’s...
Shein Reportedly (and Confusingly) Acquires Everlane
Shein is set to acquire sustainable apparel brand Everlane for roughly $100 million, a deal approved by Everlane’s board. The acquisition comes as Everlane seeks to clear about $90 million in debt that has hampered growth. Private‑equity firm L Catterton, which took a...
All About Tapering for Century Rides and Other Distances
Tapering—gradually cutting training volume while preserving intensity—helps cyclists peak for century rides and other long events. Experts like Elizabeth Waterstraat and Jennifer Sharp explain that a 10‑day to three‑week taper supports red‑blood‑cell production, better sleep, and fresher muscles without sacrificing...
This Quick Test Reveals If Weak Calves Are Holding You Back From Faster Speeds
Runners can gauge calf strength with a five‑minute single‑leg heel‑raise test. Physical therapist Carla Foster and coach Donovan Stewart recommend 25‑30 reps as the benchmark for adequate lower‑body efficiency. Falling short signals the need for targeted calf and ancillary foot,...
3 Smart Home Upgrades You Can Make with a $24 Arduino Board
DIY enthusiasts can add three smart‑home upgrades using the Arduino Nano 33 IoT, a $24 microcontroller with built‑in Wi‑Fi and Bluetooth. The guide walks through an automated irrigation system that leverages a solid‑state relay and UDP commands, a programmable LED coaster...
In Photos: The Great Escape 2026 – Saturday
The Great Escape 2026 Saturday showcased a vibrant new‑music marathon in Brighton, drawing hundreds of emerging artists from around the world. Canadian acts dominated the Green Door Store stage, while Australian and Japanese performers added fresh tracks for CLASH. Photographer...
Haruomi Hosono Details New Album Yours Sincerely
Japanese music pioneer Haruomi Hosono announced his 23rd studio album, Yours Sincerely, slated for release on September 11 through Ghostly International. The record’s title reflects the Japanese concept of omoiyari, which blends shared suffering with collective joy. At 78, Hosono...
Creating Contactless Pollination in Vertical Growing
Researchers present an aerial‑manipulator UAV that uses RGB‑D perception and model‑predictive‑path‑integral (MPPI) control to locate and approach flowers in vertical farms, achieving centimeter‑level positioning without touching the bloom. Tests in MuJoCo simulation and a laboratory testbed show stable flight, reliable...
Blondshell Launches New Era with Bruising Single ‘Heart Has To Work So Hard’ and Biggest UK, European and North American...
Los Angeles singer‑songwriter Sabrina Teitelbaum, performing as Blondshell, released the bruising single “Heart Has To Work So Hard,” the first taste of an upcoming album. The track explores the strain of a fraught friendship with her trademark monotone vocals. Simultaneously,...
We Got Lucky as a Species
The piece spotlights Gorham’s Cave on Gibraltar’s Rock, a dramatic arch that sheltered Neanderthals and early modern humans for roughly 120,000 years before the former vanished about 25,000 years ago. The author, a neurogeneticist, recounts a field visit with paleoanthropologist...
How to Navigate Anticipatory Grief
Anticipatory grief is the emotional response to an impending loss, such as a loved one’s terminal illness, career transition, or divorce. It blends sadness, anxiety, and even relief, often leaving caregivers and professionals feeling stuck between caring and grieving. Alan...
Ever Wondered How Much Ultra-Luxury Travel Experiences Actually Cost? Here’s Your Answer
A recent study by Kuoda, a private‑tour operator in South America, quantified the cost of ultra‑luxury travel experiences. The analysis ranked ten high‑end offerings by average price, from private jet trips at $181,000 down to Northern Lights excursions at $1,000....
BV Interviews: Robyn Hitchcock Celebrates Collapse, Polka Dots & New Album ‘The Confuser’
Veteran singer‑songwriter Robyn Hitchcock announced his 25th studio album, *The Confuser*, recorded in Nashville with a cadre of session musicians. He describes the record as a ‘celebration of collapse,’ reflecting artistic change. To support the release, Hitchcock is launching his...
83-Year-Old Personal Trainer Shares Fitness Advice for Seniors and His Workout Routine for Longevity
Harry King, an 83‑year‑old personal trainer at Planet Fitness, showcases how consistent resistance training can extend healthspan well into the 80s. His weekly split—upper‑body, lower‑body, core, plus optional cardio—focuses on moderate volume and functional movements. King stresses planning, logging progress,...
“It’s a Masochistic Way of Recording. Working in the Studio Isn’t Always Fun”: Prog Metallers Amorphis Rehired a Notoriously Picky...
Finnish prog‑metal outfit Amorphis reunited with Swedish producer Jens Bogren for their 13th album, Queen Of Time. Bogren, known for his exacting standards and work with Opeth, Katatonia and Babymetal, pushed the band through painstaking studio sessions that stretched recording timelines. The partnership...
Supernova Dust May Be Behind One of JWST's Biggest Puzzles
Researchers propose that supernova-generated dust, characterized by large, UV‑transparent grains, explains why galaxies less than 550 million years after the Big Bang appear unusually bright in ultraviolet light. By incorporating the optical properties of this dust and its metallicity‑dependent opacity into...
Pamela’s ‘Better Than Before’ Is Sweetly Uplifting
Australian indie duo Pamela has released their new single “Better Than Before,” an upbeat breakup anthem that blends pop hooks with reflective lyrics. The track arrives ahead of their forthcoming EP “It’s Nice To See You Here,” slated for release...
Spencer’s Gifts
Vic Spencer, a Chicago‑born rapper who grew up in the state foster system, has become one of the most prolific independent artists in underground hip‑hop. Backed early by UCAN and the Uhlich Children’s Advantage Network, he released two Uhlich Voices...
Death Kneel, “Remembering Well”
Experimental noise artist Death Kneel, the solo project of Max Klebanoff, drops his latest album "Remembering Well" on the avant‑garde imprint Chondritic Sound. The record consists of six sub‑minute tracks that fuse field recordings, harsh feedback, and rain‑soaked ambience, inviting...
Three Suites That Will Change How You See
Luxury hospitality is moving beyond amenities toward "atmosphere as architecture," where rooms are engineered to evoke specific emotional states. The article spotlights three summer‑ready suites that embody this shift: Patina Maldives’ One‑Bedroom Water Pool Villa, which blurs interior and lagoon;...
Useful New Award Option: Redeem Qatar Airways Avios On Philippine Airlines
Qatar Airways has expanded its Privilege Club partnership with Philippine Airlines, allowing members to redeem Avios for Philippine‑Airlines flights worldwide. Business‑class awards range from roughly 18,000 to 154,500 Avios one‑way, with the Manila‑New York route at the top end. Bookings are...
Moviegoers Still Hungry for Sanitized Michael Jackson Biopic, Knocking ‘Devil Wears Prada 2’ Off Top Spot
The Michael Jackson biopic "Michael" reclaimed the No. 1 spot at the North American box office with $26.1 million in domestic ticket sales, bringing its worldwide total to $703.9 million. It remains behind the record‑setting musical biopic "Bohemian Rhapsody," which has topped $910.8 million...
Wynn, Four Seasons, Nobu: Ras Al Khaimah Is Doubling Its Hotel Rooms
Ras Al Khaimah is accelerating its transformation into a luxury tourism hub by planning to double its hotel inventory to roughly 20,000 rooms by 2030, up from the current 8,700. The emirate has secured marquee operators—including Wynn, Four Seasons, Nobu,...
Switching Off Shouldn’t Feel Like a Risk for Startup Founders
Startup founders often equate constant availability with commitment, making it hard to disconnect. The pressure to handle cashflow, product development, and customer service personally fuels burnout, especially in today’s tight economic climate. Virgin StartUp’s founder Barometer found 38% of founders...
Nationwide Platforms Launches ‘One Small Thing’ Wellbeing Programme
Nationwide Platforms launched the “One Small Thing” wellbeing programme during Mental Health Awareness Week, encouraging employees to anonymously share simple actions that support mental health. Ideas such as taking breaks, getting fresh air, and asking for help were collected and...
New Antidepressants: Tackling Treatment Resistant Depression
New rapid‑acting antidepressants are reshaping treatment for the roughly one‑third of patients with treatment‑resistant depression who do not benefit from SSRIs or SNRIs. FDA‑approved agents such as esketamine and the newer oral combo Auvelity provide relief within minutes to weeks,...
Lip Critic’s ‘Theft World’ Is Beautifully Structured Chaos
Lip Critic’s second album, Theft World, emerged from a bizarre real‑life incident where an obsessed fan stole frontman Bret Kaser’s identity to buy the band’s catalog, prompting the group to interview the fan and turn those tapes into music. The...
Government Call for Evidence to Inform Mental Health Strategy for England
The UK government has opened a call for evidence to shape a new mental health strategy for England, chaired by Professor Peter Fonagy. The consultation seeks practical examples, digital and AI innovations, and data‑driven approaches to shift services toward earlier,...
Metric Look Back and Learn to ‘Romanticize the Dive’
Metric marks its 25th anniversary with the release of "Romanticize the Dive," the band’s first album in several years. The record leans heavily into synth‑driven indie rock while preserving the big‑hook sensibility that defined their earlier hits. Lyrically, frontwoman Emily...
Barbra Streisand Issues Health Update as She's Forced to Pull Out of Cannes
Barbra Streisand announced she will miss the Cannes Film Festival’s closing ceremony after doctors advised her to rest from a knee injury. She was slated to receive an honorary Palme d’Or for her contributions to cinema, a rare accolade shared...
A Royalty Management System Built for the Modern Author
Crealo has launched an all‑in‑one royalty management platform that streamlines reporting and author communication for publishers. The system, now used by more than 200 publishers across France, Canada, the UK and the US, automates workflows and cuts reporting effort by...
The BMW M3 CS Returns With A Manual Gearbox Surprise
BMW is ending the current‑generation G80 M3 with a limited‑run 2027 M3 CS Handschalter, the first M3 offered exclusively with a six‑speed manual transmission. Weighing roughly 75 lb less than the standard model, it features extensive carbon‑fiber construction, a 473‑hp rear‑wheel‑drive...
Images: NASA's Perseverance Captures Panorama at 'Arbot'
NASA’s Perseverance rover captured a 46‑image panoramic mosaic of the “Arbot” region on Mars on April 5, 2026 (sol 1882), marking the deepest westward push beyond Jezero Crater. The enhanced‑color panorama reveals a windswept landscape with diverse rock textures, providing one of the...
Hilton Is Offering 12 Road Trip Experiences Across the U.S. for Just 250 Hilton Honors Points
Hilton Honors is rolling out twelve curated U.S. road‑trip packages, each priced at just 250 points, to celebrate America’s 250th birthday in 2026. The experiences span national‑park tours, festival VIP access, amusement‑park adventures, and Fourth of July fireworks, all bundled...
Postharvest Yeast Treatments Control Strawberry Rots and Shift the Fruit Microbiome, Study Finds
A study published in Postharvest Biology and Technology demonstrates that two antagonistic yeasts, Aureobasidium pullulans and Metschnikowia pulcherrima, dramatically curb gray‑mold decay on strawberries during cold storage and subsequent shelf life. Their performance matched that of a commercial Metarhizium‑based bio‑fungicide,...
New CSF Report Sees Up To 7,000+ Satellites Launched Annually By Mid 2030’s, Highlights The Challenges With US Launch Infrastructure
The Commercial Space Federation and Rational Futures released a data‑driven report warning that U.S. launch demand could swell to as many as 7,000 flights per year by the mid‑2030s, far outpacing the capacity of existing spaceports. In 2025, more than...
Review: It's (Just) Rocket Science
Jeff Foust reviews *It’s (Just) Rocket Science*, a 376‑page Johns Hopkins University Press title that teaches basic physics through spaceflight stories. The book pairs concepts like angular momentum and photon pressure with missions such as NASA’s DART asteroid impact and...
Twisted WSe₂ Reveals Elusive Charge-Neutral Quantum Modes
Researchers at UC Santa Barbara used space‑and‑time‑resolved ultrafast pump‑probe imaging to directly observe charge‑neutral spin‑valley collective modes in twisted bilayer WSe₂. Two distinct propagating excitations were identified—a fast, ballistic‑like mode traveling around 3 km/s and a slower, diffusive mode—matching theoretical Goldstone...
Timbaland Says Janice STFU’ Will Be “Timeless” As Fans Decode Viral ‘ICEMAN’ Track
Drake’s surprise album *Iceman* dropped on May 15, 2026, led by the breakout single “Janice STFU.” The track vaulted to No. 5 on Spotify’s global chart, logging more than 9.5 million streams in its first 24 hours. Fans quickly dissected the title, viewing it as a...
Molly Santana Is a Rising Star On Drake and Future’s ‘Ran to Atlanta’
Molly Santana, the 21‑year‑old Los Angeles‑born rapper, gained mainstream exposure after appearing on Drake and Future’s hit “Ran to Atlanta” from the album *Iceman*. The track debuted at No. 3 on Spotify’s global chart with over 10.8 million streams in its first day...
EXCLUSIVE: Calvin Klein Partners With Jung Kook on Limited-Edition Capsule, Blending Iconic Designs and Rebellious Style
Calvin Klein, part of PVH Corp., announced a limited‑edition Jung Kook capsule featuring 20 men’s and women’s styles that blend the label’s 1990s denim heritage with the K‑pop star’s biker‑inspired aesthetic. The collection, priced between $29 and $699, will debut online...
Drake’s “Ran To Atlanta” Projected to Debut at No. 1 on Hot 100
Drake’s new single “Ran To Atlanta,” featuring Future and emerging artist Molly Santana, is projected to debut at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100. The launch would give Drake his 12th chart‑topping hit, extending his record‑setting run on the flagship list....
Lauryn Hill Details Reasons For Not Dropping Another Studio Album
Grammy‑winning Lauryn Hill explained why she hasn’t released a follow‑up to her 2000 debut, The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill. She cited the emotional drain of fame, restrictive corporate structures, and the difficulty of finding a safe creative space. Hill likened...
Shein Buys Everlane in US$100m Deal, Reports Claim
Chinese fast‑fashion giant Shein is reported to be acquiring US apparel brand Everlane for roughly $100 million, according to Puck News and subsequent coverage. The deal, valued at about $100 million, would bring Everlane’s sustainability‑focused lineup under Shein’s expansive e‑commerce platform. Neither...
The Best Food For Brain Power? Science Points To This Everyday Snack
A recent study found that a walnut‑rich breakfast (about 50 g) sharpens cognitive performance in healthy adults aged 18‑30. Participants showed faster reaction times, EEG patterns linked to focus, and steadier blood glucose over six hours. The research highlights walnuts’ omega‑3,...
James Bond Casting Takes a Surprise Twist as New Actor Is Linked to 007 Role
The latest James Bond casting buzz centers on 26‑year‑old British actor Tom Francis, who reportedly auditioned for the iconic 007 role. Earlier speculation highlighted Callum Turner, Jacob Elordi and Aaron Taylor‑Johnson, but a surprise outsider, Cosmo Jarvis, was officially ruled out. The audition process is...
At Birmingham's Ikon Gallery, Angela De La Cruz's Audacious, Visceral Art Takes No Prisoners
Angela de la Cruz’s "Upright" opens at Birmingham’s Ikon Gallery, marking her first UK institutional show since a 2010 Turner‑Prize‑nominated survey. The exhibition blends painting and sculpture through works like Still Life with Table, Limp, and Bloated 111, emphasizing anthropomorphic forms...
Magic Mushrooms Could Be Effective Treatment for Cocaine Addiction, Study Shows
Researchers published a small clinical trial showing that a single dose of psilocybin increased the likelihood of abstaining from cocaine compared with a placebo. The study involved 19 participants receiving psilocybin and 17 receiving diphenhydramine, all of whom engaged in...
Why Teams Don’t Just Lose—They Change
The column explains how repeated pressure can cause a collective team collapse, where athletes shift from a goal‑oriented mindset to a prevention‑focused one, mirroring a pike that learns not to strike after hitting a glass barrier. Research by Vanessa Wergin...