Stonebridge Adds The Anthem Los Angeles Stadium District
Stonebridge has been chosen to manage The Anthem Los Angeles Stadium District, a 179‑room lifestyle hotel in Inglewood’s Stadium District that recently completed a comprehensive renovation and joined Hilton’s Tapestry Collection. CEO Rob Smith said the asset fits Stonebridge’s focus on high‑barrier, event‑driven markets, where the firm will apply its integrated operating platform across revenue management, sales, e‑commerce, food‑and‑beverage and labor optimization. The hotel offers an outdoor pool, fitness center, flexible event spaces and a rooftop bar, and sits adjacent to the Intuit Dome, SoFi Stadium, Kia Forum and YouTube Theater. The addition broadens Stonebridge’s presence in the lifestyle and independent segment across more than 25 states.
Cato Ink’s Paintings Offer an Experimental Vision of Black British Life
London-based artist Cato Ink’s latest series depicts Black British life through an experimental, narrative-driven style. Drawing on the “uncle quality” of his family, Ink portrays multigenerational stories that blend street culture with fine‑art techniques. The work, featured in Dazed’s spring...
Sir Richard Bishop Announces ‘Hillbilly Erotica’ and Shares “Finger, Tennessee”
Sir Richard Bishop returns to Drag City with the album *Hillbilly Erotica*, slated for a July 31, 2026 release. The record comprises eight fully improvised acoustic guitar pieces, highlighted by the lead single “Finger, Tennessee” and its self‑directed video. Bishop frames the...
Kneecap’s Remarkable Sound of Righteous Fury
Kneecap’s new album *Fenian* pushes the Irish‑language rap trio from party‑fuelled protest to a mature, genre‑spanning statement against British imperialism. The record blends gangsta rap, UK rave, post‑punk and Detroit hip‑hop, while reclaiming the term “Fenian” as a symbol of...
Teen Builds ‘Bionic Underwater Robotic Turtle’ to Detect Ecological Threats
Fifteen‑year‑old Evan Budz of Burlington, Ontario, built a bionic underwater robotic turtle (BURT) that mimics sea‑turtle locomotion and uses AI to detect ecological threats such as coral bleaching, invasive species and microplastics. The robot weighs about 11 lb, can operate up...
Keith Richards Dismisses Possibility of a 2026 Stones Tour
The Rolling Stones will release their new album *Foreign Tongues* on July 10, 2024, but guitarist Keith Richards ruled out a supporting tour in 2026, saying the band is focused on finishing the record. Lead singer Mick Jagger, 82, indicated he...
Building Nests Is Hard. That’s Why Some Birds Steal.
Researchers equipped 216 Hawaiian honeycreeper nests with GPS tags and documented 39 cases of nest‑material theft, a behavior termed kleptoparasitism. The study, published in *American Naturalist*, identified three scarlet and golden honeycreeper species stealing twigs and soft lining from both...
Star Catcher Closes $65M Series A
Star Catcher announced a $65 million Series A round, lifting its total capital to $88 million. The round was led by B Capital and co‑led by Shield Capital and Cerberus Ventures, with board seats for former Space Force chief Jay Raymond and senior energy...
Legendary Investor in Uber and Zillow Says This Learning Habit Sets ‘Very Successful’ People Apart
Bill Gurley, famed Benchmark partner and early backer of Uber and Zillow, releases his new book *Runnin’ Down a Dream* to share the learning habits of high‑performers. He argues that relentless external learning, mentorship, and turning setbacks into fuel distinguish...
Thundercat’s Humor Undermines an Otherwise Radiant LP
Thundercat’s 2024 album *Distracted* builds on the smooth, soulful direction he established with 2020’s *It Is What It Is*, delivering lush basslines, falsetto‑driven vocals, and a star‑studded roster that includes Mac Miller, Tame Impala, and A$AP Rocky. The production, co‑handled by Greg Kurstin, blends...
Linda Perry to Join Joel Madden on Ep. 165 of Artist Friendly
Alternative Press announced that Grammy‑winning songwriter and producer Linda Perry will appear on episode 165 of the Artist Friendly podcast with Joel Madden. Perry, famed for writing 4 Non Blondes’ “What’s Up?” and producing hits for Gwen Stefani, Miley Cyrus...
He’s So Random
Max Hawkins, a former Google software engineer, grew uneasy with his hyper‑predictable San Francisco routine and built a suite of apps that let Uber drivers, randomizers and simple calculators decide his destinations, meals, and even tattoos. The experiments sent him to...
Radiohead’s ‘A Moon Shaped Pool’ Is Gorgeous and Moving
Radiohead’s seventh studio album, A Moon Shaped Pool, arrived in May 2016 to widespread acclaim, praised for its lush orchestration and emotional depth. The record showcases Thom Yorke’s haunting vocals layered over strings and ambient textures, marking a mature evolution...
Study: Stress, Drained Coffers Threaten NPO Programs
The Center of Effective Philanthropy’s State of Nonprofits 2026 report, based on a survey of 380 U.S. nonprofit leaders, reveals a sector under severe strain. Seventy‑three percent say demand for services has surged while 90 percent report personal burnout, and...
Thomas Rhett Knows the True Meaning of 'Live Like You Were Dying'
Country star Thomas Rhett appeared on the Human School podcast to unpack Tim McGraw’s “Live Like You Were Dying.” He argued that if every day felt like a final one, concerns such as a 401(k) or career milestones fade, while relationships and...
Super-Resolution Microscopy Provides Real-Time Picture of Bacteria Degrading Biomass with Enzyme Complexes
Researchers at the National Laboratory of the Rockies used super‑resolution microscopy combined with machine‑learning clustering to analyze 15,000 images of the bacterium Clostridium thermocellum. The study visualized and quantified cellulosome complexes, showing they concentrate at points where the microbe contacts...
Watch Joseph Decosimo Performing “Cumberland Gap” + UK Tour This Month – May 2026
Joseph Decosimo, the Durham‑based fiddler and banjoist known for his psychedelic take on old‑time music, has released a solo guitar rendition of the Appalachian classic “Cumberland Gap” using a banjo‑style tuning. The video, filmed in his backyard, highlights his deep study...
MMA.INC (NYSE American: MMA) Enters Exclusive 50/50 Revenue Share Peptide Partnership with Precision Peptide (CSE: BPC)
Mixed Martial Arts Group Limited (MMA.INC) announced an exclusive partnership with The Precision Peptide Company, granting MMA.INC a 50/50 share of net revenue from peptide sales sourced through its combat‑sports ecosystem for the first year, then 25% thereafter. The agreement...
Jolanda Moletta Showcases the Female Voice’s Power
Jolanda Moletta’s third album, *Oceanine*, expands her vocal‑only approach by pairing each track with a distinct female vocalist, while the underlying soundscape remains built entirely from her own layered voice. The record, described as a distinctly feminist musical practice, weaves...
Today In Hip Hop History: DMX Dropped His Debut Album ‘It’s Dark and Hell Is Hot’ 28 Years Ago
DMX’s debut album *It’s Dark and Hell Is Hot* dropped on May 12, 1998, moving 251,000 copies in its first week and debuting at number one on the Billboard 200. It earned quadruple‑platinum status by December 2000, cementing its commercial clout. Arriving amid hip‑hop’s post‑Tupac/Biggie...
Poor Weather Causes NASA, SpaceX to Scrub Launch Attempt of 34th Cargo Dragon Mission to the Space Station
NASA and SpaceX scrubbed the CRS‑34 Cargo Dragon launch on Tuesday due to unfavorable weather, moving the liftoff to Wednesday, May 13 at 6:50 p.m. EDT. The mission will deliver roughly 6,500 lb of scientific experiments and supplies to the International Space...
Weather Models Suggest El Nino Could Be of at Least Moderate Strength, Says Australia’s Bureau of Meteorology
Australia’s Bureau of Meteorology says climate models are converging on an El Niño of at least moderate strength, with central tropical Pacific sea‑surface temperatures projected to hit El Niño thresholds by early southern‑hemisphere winter. While the oceanic warming—up to 2 °C above average...
Fenix Space Flies Tow-Launch Prototype
Fenix Space, a California launch startup, finished a week‑long test campaign of its alpha tow‑launch prototype, proving the vehicle can separate from a carrier aircraft and execute autonomous flight maneuvers. The system uses a horizontal‑lift approach, taking off and landing...
Silverback Lodge Sets New Benchmark for Conservation-Led Luxury
Silverback Lodge’s full global relaunch in 2026 follows a soft opening and positions the Ugandan property as a benchmark for conservation‑led luxury. Perched above the Bwindi rainforest, the lodge features 12 intimate rooms with rates starting at $2,100 per night...
Beijing International Book Fair Celebrates 40th Anniversary in June
The 40th edition of the Beijing International Book Fair runs June 17‑21, drawing 1,700 exhibitors from 82 countries. The fair introduces its first IP licensing zone, an AI‑focused Online Publishing Joint Pavilion, and an expanded ComicHub, with the UAE honored...
The Leadership Skills That Make Transformation Stick
More than 70% of corporate transformations fall short, draining talent, optimism, and shareholder value. Julia Dhar of BCG argues that the missing piece is not strategy alone but the behavioral "how" of change—aligning incentives, removing barriers, and shaping emotions....
I’m Vegetarian. How Can I Get Enough Iron? | Kitchen Aide
A recent Guardian Kitchen Aide article explains that vegetarians can meet iron needs by focusing on absorption rather than sheer quantity. Non‑heme iron from beans, tofu, lentils, nuts and seeds is less readily absorbed than heme iron, but pairing it...
Oregon Prepares for a Challenging Summer of Water Shortages and High Fire Risk
Oregon’s snowpack hit a record low after a warm, rain‑heavy winter, leaving the mountains virtually snow‑free. Fire officials warn that the lack of high‑elevation snow will accelerate the start of the wildfire season and extend its duration. Forecasters predict a...
5 Rookie Mistakes That Could Get You Fired as a First-Time CEO
First‑time CEOs often stumble on five common pitfalls that can shorten their tenure. These include unclear priorities, reluctance to delegate, poor personal boundaries, weak board relationships, and operating in isolation. The article draws on executive‑coach experience to illustrate how each...
Scientists Discover Hidden Fat-Burning Switch that Could Strengthen Bones
Researchers at McGill University have identified a molecular switch in brown fat that activates an alternative heat‑producing pathway, the futile creatine cycle, when glycerol binds to the enzyme TNAP. This discovery reveals how brown fat can generate thermogenesis independently of...
Live From LA: Watch Dior’s Cruise 2027 Show
Jonathan Anderson is set to unveil Dior's first-ever Cruise 2027 collection at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. A black‑and‑white teaser starring Irish actress Alison Oliver was directed by Ukrainian siblings Tanya and Zhenia Posternak, channeling Alfred Hitchcock and...
WOG Tech Sets up Research Centre
WOG Technologies inaugurated a 7,000‑sq‑ft Research, Development & Technology Centre in Gurugram’s Udyog Vihar. The facility houses wet, bio, dry and chromatography laboratories plus a modular pilot effluent treatment plant to accelerate commercialization of water, wastewater and renewable‑energy technologies. At...
Divi And Tamarijn Aruba Add New Features For 2026
Divi and Tamarijn Aruba All Inclusives are rolling out a suite of upgrades across their oceanfront resorts, including refreshed pool areas, renovated beachside rooms, and expanded coffee offerings. The properties will add a rooftop bar and cocktail lounge in late...
When Leaders Stay, but Their Impact Doesn’t: The Case for Whole-Leader Coaching
Retention of underperforming executives is a hidden risk that can erode morale, culture, and financial performance. Recent surveys show burnout among leaders has risen to 56% in 2024, while many C‑suite members contemplate leaving for better well‑being support. Whole‑leader coaching...
#SHOWBIZ: Amy Search Downplays 'Raja Rock' Title, Says Fans Should Decide
Veteran Malaysian rock icon Datuk Suhaimi Abdul Rahman, known as Amy Search, dismissed the “Raja Rock Negara” title during a press event for the comedy film “5 Bomoh.” He emphasized that he focuses on sincere artistry rather than titles, leaving judgment...
Pierre & Vacances Reveal Top Family Hotels for Summer 2026
Pierre & Vacances has unveiled its 2026 summer lineup of family‑focused hotels across Spain, featuring new openings and refreshed properties. The flagship Hotel Drago Park in Fuerteventura launches with 236 rooms, a central pool and a kids’ club. Existing resorts...
Surgery May Worsen Knee Osteoarthritis, Study Says, so What Could Help?
A Finnish study published in The New England Journal of Medicine found that arthroscopic partial meniscectomy, a common surgery for knee osteoarthritis, leads to worse outcomes over a decade compared with sham procedures. Patients who underwent the meniscus‑removing surgery experienced...
"Men Could Make You Feel Like You Were Really Silly for Even Trying." Heart's Ann Wilson Recalls the Sexism of...
Ann Wilson, co‑founder of Heart, is fronting a new documentary, *Ann Wilson – In My Voice*, which debuted on May 11 in Seattle. The film blends home movies, photographs, and never‑seen concert footage to chart her rise from a Beatle‑obsessed child to a rock icon. Wilson uses...
Tour News: The Weeknd’s Five-Year Tour to End in Asia
Live Nation confirmed that The Weeknd’s five‑year After Hours ‘Til Dawn Tour will conclude with an 11‑show Asian leg later this year, kicking off on 20 September in Tokyo and wrapping on 4 November in Kuala Lumpur. The tour, which began in...
NASA Partners with Microchip to Build Next-Generation Spaceflight Chips with 100x the Power of Current Offerings — Chip Designed to...
NASA has teamed up with Microchip Technology to create a next‑generation system‑on‑a‑chip (SoC) for spacecraft that promises 100 times the computing capacity of today’s spaceflight processors. The partnership will produce two variants: a radiation‑hardened chip for deep‑space, Moon and Mars missions,...
‘The UK Albums Chart Has Stopped Measuring the Future of Music.’
Kenny Gates argues that the UK Albums Chart no longer measures new music momentum because legacy compilations and greatest‑hits collections dominate the rankings. Streaming rules count every play as album‑equivalent sales, allowing decades‑old catalogues to compete directly with fresh releases....
Once Again, SpaceX Has Set a New Record for the Tallest Rocket Ever Built
SpaceX has stacked its newest Starship Version 3, a 408‑foot vehicle that eclipses previous models, at a brand‑new launch pad in South Texas. The rocket features uprated Raptor 3 engines delivering roughly 18 million pounds of thrust—about 10% more than earlier versions—and a...
The Celia Carriage in Photos
Baz Luhrmann has teamed with Belmond to debut the Celia Carriage, a newly refurbished British Pullman train car that blends theatrical flair with high‑end hospitality. The carriage features a lounge, bar, dining room and bespoke cocktail service, all styled with carved...
NASA’s Apollo Moon Missions Relied on This Computer Scientist and Differential Equations
Margaret Hamilton’s software engineering made the Apollo 11 lunar landing possible by designing a fault‑tolerant onboard computer that could handle overloads and prioritize critical tasks. The guidance computer, with just 74 KB of ROM, solved differential equations in real time using...
Bruno Magli Marks 90 Years With Multi-Season Cynthia Rowley Collaboration
Bruno Magli celebrates its 90‑year anniversary by launching a multi‑season partnership with designer Cynthia Rowley. The holiday‑2026 capsule introduces a re‑imagined Prima pump adorned with lace, while a broader spring‑2027 assortment will add footwear, accessories, and leather goods. The collaboration is part...
A Vintage Spotlight on The
The Jean Marcel Tonneau Mystery is a neo‑vintage 1990s watch that pairs a stepped tonneau case with a wandering‑hour module, a floating seconds arrow, and a vivid world‑map dial. Designed with master watchmaker Vincent Calabrese, the piece showcases Swiss movements housed in...
Titanic Belfast Unveils Northern Threads, Celebrating Textiles
Titanic Belfast has opened "Northern Threads," a free exhibition that runs from May 1 to September 30, 2026 in the Andrews Gallery. The show spotlights four Northern Irish designers—Sara O’Neill, Amy Anderson, Gráinne Maher and Hope MacAulay—who blend the region’s textile...
Baby Queen Offers up New Single ‘Word Vomit’
British indie‑pop artist Baby Queen released her new single “Word Vomit” on May 12, 2026, positioning it as a teaser for her forthcoming project. The track follows March’s “Feel Something” and builds on the momentum from her 2023 debut album Quarter Life...
Jalen Brunson’s Rise Rooted in Father Rick Brunson’s NBA Journey
Rick Brunson, a former NBA journeyman who played nine seasons with eight teams, joined the New York Knicks as an assistant coach in June 2022, just as his son Jalen signed his rookie contract. A painful cut by the Philadelphia 76ers when...
Air Jordan 17 Low “Black Patent” Brings Sleek New Twist to Classic 2002 Colorway
Nike’s Jordan Brand will release a new Air Jordan 17 Low “Black Patent” edition on August 8, 2026. The sneaker revisits the 2002 “Black Chrome” silhouette but swaps the mixed leather and croc‑textured accents for full triple‑black patent leather with a perforated...