Guy Pearce & More Cast in New Crime Movie Like The Usual Suspects
Oscar‑nominee Guy Pearce is set to headline the upcoming crime thriller The Teller, joining fellow nominees Stephanie Hsu and Emmy‑winner Hannah Waddingham. The film, written by Source Code screenwriter Ben Ripley, marks his feature‑directorial debut and blends psychological tension with a heist plot set in San Francisco. Production will be a UK‑Irish co‑production, shooting in Northern Ireland this fall with post‑production in the Republic of Ireland. International sales are being handled by Altitude, with domestic rights slated for CAA Media Finance and Verve Ventures.
Jackie and Shadow’s Eaglets Can Now See Like Their Parents
Jackie and Shadow’s 2026 eaglets, Sandy and Luna, have reached the 35‑day milestone when their eyesight sharpens to near‑adult levels, allowing them to track moving objects like squirrels and airplanes. The birds use a characteristic head‑bobbing motion to calculate distance...
Pro Marathoners on How to Recover Post-Race
Professional marathoners Rory Linkletter and Jacob Thomson, fresh off Boston Marathon personal‑best times of 2:09:51 and 2:06:04, discuss post‑race recovery in a new podcast episode. They outline how to execute a proper taper, manage race‑week logistics, and accelerate the body’s...
In Wake of Spotify “Verified,” Artist Stream Counts Plummet … Sometimes
Spotify launched a "Verified" badge this month to label human‑created music and separate it from AI‑generated tracks. The authenticity criteria require at least 10,000 monthly listeners, 1,000 followers, and verified social signals such as concert dates and merchandise. Shortly after...
Carol Rumens Obituary
Carol Rumens, an 81‑year‑old poet and longtime Guardian Poem of the Week columnist, died after a battle with a brain tumour. Her career, launched with the 1973 collection *A Strange Girl in Bright Colours*, encompassed poetry, a novel, plays, translations,...
American Pavilion Presented by IndieWire Announces 2026 Cannes Film Festival Programming
IndieWire announced the full 2026 American Pavilion schedule at Cannes, running May 12‑22. The program features a mix of panels, keynotes, and networking events focused on AI filmmaking, new financing models, and California’s production ecosystem. Highlights include Tim Heidecker’s keynote at...
Nazi-Looted Portrait Surfaces in Home of Descendants of Dutch SS Leader
A Dutch painting titled *Portrait of a Young Girl*—stolen from the Jacques Goudstikker collection during World War II—has been found hanging in the home of Hendrik Seyffardt’s descendants, the former Dutch SS collaborator. A family member, unaware of his lineage, alerted...
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The 9 Best Beach Wagons of 2026, Tested and Reviewed
The guide evaluated 15 beach wagons across diverse terrains and selected nine winners for 2026. Beau Jardin’s folding wagon earned Best Overall thanks to its 500‑lb capacity and tool‑free setup, while RANGLAND topped the collapsible category. Premium options like Gregory...
We Got Paris At Home: Sampling The City Of Light In The US
The French Open, running May 18‑June 7, is reigniting U.S. fascination with Paris, prompting travelers to seek a taste of the city without leaving home. Paris’s tourism board projects 37.4 million visitors in 2025, reflecting sustained demand beyond its iconic monuments. Travel writers...
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This 12-Acre Private Lake Island in the Midwest Has a Lodge and Cozy Cabins Perfect for a Summer Getaway
Stout’s Island Lodge, a 12‑acre private island on Wisconsin’s Red Cedar Lake, opens for the season in May offering 40 uniquely designed rooms and cabins. Guests reach the island via an hourly ferry that departs the Shore House and takes...
‘Forge’ Review: A Game of Cat-and-Mouse in the Miami Art World Makes for a Thrilling Directorial Debut
Jing Ai Ng’s first feature, “Forge,” follows Miami‑based painter Coco Zhang (Andie Ju) who builds a lucrative underground business forging “new” works that mimic famous masters. The film premiered at SXSW 2025 and will open in limited theatrical runs beginning May 15...
4 90s Alt-Rock Bands Who Sound Just As Good Today As They Did In Their Prime
Four seminal 90s alt‑rock bands—Candlebox, Everclear, Foo Fighters and Radiohead—continue to release and perform material that measures up to their classic era. Candlebox’s 2023 record *The Long Goodbye* is hailed as a top‑three album, while Everclear’s 2022 single “Year of...
England's Largest Artificial Lake Is A Vacation Paradise With A Waterpark And A Nature Reserve
Rutland Water, covering 3,100 acres with 23.5 miles of shoreline, is England’s largest artificial lake and a fast‑growing holiday hotspot. The reservoir’s western fringe includes a 1,000‑acre nature reserve that regularly shelters up to 25,000 waterfowl, while the northern side hosts...
Henry Cavill’s In The Grey Is Expected to Get This Rotten Tomatoes Rating
Guy Ritchie’s upcoming heist thriller In The Grey, starring Henry Cavill and Jake Gyllenhaal, is slated for a U.S. theatrical debut on May 15, 2026. A Kalshi prediction market forecasts a Rotten Tomatoes critics score hovering between 55% and 60%,...
Korea National Opera to Host ‘Museum Opera Gala II’ at National Museum of Modern & Contemporary Art
The Korea National Opera will stage “Museum Opera Gala II” on May 20 at Seoul’s National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, pairing a classic operatic program with Damien Hirst’s installation art. Headliners include soprano Yoon Sang‑ah, mezzo‑soprano Kim Jung‑mi, tenor Kim...
Little House on the Prairie Teaser Trailer Previews Netflix TV Show Adaptation of Beloved Books
Netflix has dropped a new teaser for its upcoming Little House on the Prairie series, adapting the third book of Laura Ingalls Wilder’s classic saga. The drama, set on the Kansas frontier, stars Alice Halsey as Laura and Luke Bracey...
There’s No One-Size-Fits-All Approach to Marathon Training. Here’s How to Find Your Ideal Plan.
The article argues marathon training has no universal formula, emphasizing individualized weekly mileage and workout mix. It recounts a conversation among experienced runners exploring weekly volume ranging from 35 to 70 miles and the role of quality sessions versus doubles....
Jack on the Gallows Tree by Leo Bruce
Leo Bruce’s *Jack on the Gallows Tree* (first published 1960) revives the Carolus Deene series within the British Library Crime Classics line. The story follows schoolmaster‑detective Carolus Deene as he investigates a double murder in the spa town of Buddington,...
Radically Rethought Hydration Pack Is a 'Masterpiece of Minimalism'
RSVR Hydration, a Colorado startup, has launched a minimalist hydration system that eliminates the traditional backpack shell, attaching a low‑profile bladder directly to a chest harness or a six‑pocket vest. The product offers 1.8‑liter or 2.8‑liter translucent bladders with internal...
First Real-Time Brain-Controlled Hearing Device
Columbia University researchers have built the first real‑time brain‑controlled hearing prototype that can isolate a single voice in a noisy setting. By decoding intracranial EEG signals, the system identifies which speaker a listener is attending to and automatically amplifies that...
The Best Part of Big Sur Lies Beneath the Surface
Big Sur’s 100‑mile coastline is famed for its cliffs and redwoods, yet the ocean beneath hosts a surprisingly rich ecosystem. Researchers from the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute (MBARI) used remotely operated vehicles to explore the Sur Ridge seamount, located...
Nevada's Once-Thriving Pioneer Town Flooded By Lake Mead Has Reappeared With Ruins Ready To Explore
St. Thomas, a 19th‑century Mormon settlement in Nevada, has resurfaced as Lake Mead’s water levels recede. The town, submerged after the Hoover Dam filled the reservoir in 1938, now reveals walls, foundations and a partially standing ice‑cream parlor. A 2.5‑mile...
Science Says Morning Sickness Could Mean You’re Having a Girl
A new analysis of 1.8 million symptom logs from the What to Expect pregnancy app found that expectant mothers carrying girls are 3.2 percentage points more likely to experience nausea or vomiting than those carrying boys. The study attributes the difference to...
Just Dance "Wonder Tales Music Pack" Launches May 12th, 2026
Ubisoft Paris Studio is releasing the Wonder Tales Music Pack for Just Dance on May 12, 2026. The pack adds six themed tracks—including songs by Kehlani, Ashnikko, and Loreen—to the Just Dance 2026 Edition on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2. Players...
How To Teach Kids To "Read The Room" & Have Situational Awareness
A Reddit parent asked how to teach a 5‑year‑old to "read the room" without yelling. The article defines situational awareness as sensing the emotional vibe of a space and explains why it matters for empathy and parental sanity. It then...
AHA Podcast: Healing Trauma From Violence
The American Hospital Association released a podcast featuring Elinore Kaufman, MD, medical director of the Penn Trauma Violence Recovery Program, and Michele Volpe, COO of the University of Pennsylvania Health System. They discuss how hospital‑based violence intervention programs are extending...
GENE HOGLAN (DARK ANGEL) On Grunge Owing A Debt To Thrash Metal: "Thrash Influenced Everything That Came After It"
Gene Hoglan, the legendary drummer of Dark Angel, explained that thrash metal was an unintentional rebellion against the polished hair‑metal of the 1980s. He noted that the scene’s raw aggression resonated with listeners tired of superficial rock, and that thrash...
Behind the Scenes of NASA's Artemis II
NASA public‑affairs specialist Madison Tuttle witnessed the Artemis II splashdown aboard the USS John P. Murtha, coordinating broadcast and relaying real‑time data to the public‑affairs team. She described the re‑entry dynamics—25,000 mph, 5,000 °F heat shield, six‑minute communications blackout—and the flawless parachute deployment that led...
Fast & Furious Learns Nothing From Franchise Fatigue, Launches Four TV Series
Vin Diesel announced at NBCUniversal's upfronts that Peacock will launch four new Fast & Furious television series in 2026, expanding the high‑octane franchise into the streaming arena. The move follows a decade of fan demand for more content and aims...
11 Best Fanny Packs of 2026 Give Your Pockets a Break
GQ’s 2026 roundup spotlights the fanny pack’s full‑scale comeback, naming Dagne Dover’s Ace Belt Bag as the overall winner. The guide highlights luxury options like Loewe’s Puzzle Edge, performance‑focused models such as FlipBelt’s Classic Running Belt, and rugged travel choices...
Decoding the Metabolic Roots of Bipolar Disorder
A new study in Biological Psychiatry: Cognitive Neuroscience and Neuroimaging shows that metabolic dysfunction—particularly insulin resistance and leptin dysregulation—is linked to reduced gray‑matter volume and cognitive deficits in bipolar disorder but not in major depressive disorder. Researchers evaluated 81 bipolar...
MenuMasters Winning Chef Grant Achatz Reflects on a Career of Constant Innovation
Grant Achatz, the chef behind Chicago’s three‑star Alinea, reflects on a career defined by relentless innovation, mentorship, and personal resilience. After early stints with Thomas Keller, Charlie Trotter, and a stage at elBulli, he launched Alinea in 2004, later adding the...
What Makes Denver's Mexican Hamburger So Special
Denver’s Mexican hamburger is a regional twist on the classic burger, swapping a traditional bun for a large flour tortilla and layering refried beans, a thin well‑done patty, cheese, and Colorado’s signature green‑chili sauce. The dish traces its roots to...
This New Luxury Train Journey Tells the Stories of the American Southwest
Rocky Mountaineer unveiled the Canyon Spirit, a three‑day luxury rail experience that links Salt Lake City and Denver with overnight stops in Moab and Glenwood Springs. Launched in April, the route is the only passenger train to serve Moab, the gateway...
Putting the ‘Deus’ in Amadeus
Starz launched the five‑part miniseries Amadeus on May 8, reimagining Peter Shaffer’s play and Miloš Forman’s film for a streaming audience. Created by Joe Barton, the series stars Paul Bettany as Antonio Salieri and Will Sharpe as a more hedonistic Wolfgang Mozart, with Gabrielle Creevy...
Here’s What Advisors Need to Sell for Summer 2026
Classic Vacations’ Summer 2026 Luxury Travel Trends Forecast shows sustained demand for high‑end European trips while domestic luxury is accelerating. Travelers are booking later, favoring shorter windows and showing heightened price sensitivity, especially on airfare. Multi‑destination itineraries, agritourism and curated...
Niall Horan Announces ‘Dinner Party Live On Tour’ North America 2027 Dates
Irish singer‑songwriter Niall Horan has unveiled the North American leg of his "Dinner Party Live On Tour," slated for March‑May 2027. The tour supports his fourth studio album, Dinner Party, which drops on June 5, 2026 via Capitol Records. Live...
The Battle for Your Finger Heats up as RingConn Gen 3 Opens Preorders
RingConn has launched pre‑orders for its third‑generation smart ring, priced at $314 until May 28 before climbing to $349. The Gen 3 adds long‑term vascular health tracking, haptic vibration alerts, and an 11‑14‑day battery life, while retaining full‑day metrics like heart rate,...
Behavioral Science Suggests that Responding Well to Education and Opportunity May Itself Be a Partly Inherited Trait — Not Just...
A new Lund University study of 880 German twins finds that the relationship between IQ at age 23 and socioeconomic status at age 27 is largely genetic. The analysis attributes 69‑98% of that link to inherited factors, while IQ itself...
Vin Diesel Confirms Fast & Furious Is Getting a Yellowstone TV-Verse
Vin Diesel announced that Universal Television is developing four new Fast & Furious TV series, including a live‑action show slated for Peacock. Writers Mike Daniels and Wolfe Coleman are attached to the pilot, with Diesel serving as executive producer. The...
Florida's Gorgeous Gulf Coast Park Has Wildlife, Kayaking, And Fishing Under An Hour From Tallahassee
Florida’s Bald Point State Park, just under an hour north of Tallahassee, offers a blend of white‑sand beaches, brackish waterways, and extensive trails. Visitors can explore 18 miles of multi‑use paths, kayak through Tucker Lake into Ochlockonee Bay, and fish...
Ghost in the Shell 2026 Release Date Revealed in New Trailer for the Science Saru Anime
Bandai Namco Filmworks announced that the new Ghost in the Shell anime will debut on July 7, 2026. Produced by Science Saru and directed by Touma Kimura (Mokochan), the series offers a full retelling of Masamune Shirow’s cyber‑punk manga. It will stream...
California AG: “Red Flags Everywhere” In Paramount-Warner Bros Deal
California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced that the state is actively investigating Paramount Global’s $6.2 billion proposal to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery, citing antitrust red flags such as higher prices, lower wages, and reduced competition. While no formal lawsuit has been...
Westworld Remake in the Works From Jurassic Park Screenwriter David Koepp
Warner Bros. is developing a new feature film adaptation of Michael Crichton's 1973 sci‑fi classic Westworld, with veteran screenwriter David Koepp—best known for writing the 1993 Jurassic Park film and its sequels—penning the script. The project is still in early development and...
Can JUJUTSU KAISEN Fans Conquer This Anime Fitness Test?
Crunchyroll has teamed with virtual‑fitness firm The Conqueror to roll out an officially licensed Jujutsu Kaisen fitness challenge, debuting globally on 15 May 2026. The program offers three distance‑based events—Cursed Vessel (79 km), Unlimited Void (88 km) and Chimera Shadow Garden (124 km)—that participants can complete...
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Mastering Screen-Free Road Trips: A Dad’s Kid-Friendly Tips
Travel + Leisure’s June 2023 feature shows how a family of four can enjoy long road trips without relying on in‑vehicle screens. The author recommends hands‑on activities such as Crayola Twistables, magnetic boards, and classic Etch A Sketch toys, alongside travel bingo and alphabet games...
47th Blues Music Awards Celebrates Tedeschi Trucks Band, Buddy Guy, Christone “Kingfish” Ingram and More
The Blues Foundation held its 47th Annual Blues Music Awards in Memphis on May 7, presenting 26 honors to both legacy acts and emerging talent. Ronnie Baker Brooks was named B.B. King Entertainer of the Year, while D.K. Harrell captured Album of the Year...
Jay Bhattacharya Called Test-Negative Study Design ‘Crap.’ Here’s How We Know Whether Vaccines Measured With It Are Effective
Jay Bhattacharya, acting CDC director, denounced the test‑negative design as “crap” during a Senate hearing. The method, a case‑control variant used for influenza and COVID‑19 vaccine effectiveness, compares vaccination rates among patients who test positive versus negative for the pathogen....
One Of The Biggest Slasher Franchises Ever Sets Return For The First Time In 17 Years
After a 17‑year hiatus, the iconic Friday the 13th franchise returns with “Crystal Lake,” a prequel series debuting on Peacock on October 15, 2026. The A24‑produced show, led by showrunner Brad Caleb Kane, stars Linda Cardellini as Pamela Voorhees and follows a...
Testing for ‘Bad Cholesterol’ Doesn’t Tell the Whole Story
The 2026 American Heart Association and American College of Cardiology guidelines recognized apolipoprotein B (apoB) as a more precise marker of atherogenic particles than traditional LDL‑C, but they stopped short of replacing LDL testing. A JAMA modeling study of about 250,000...