Oricell Closes a ‘Pre-IPO’ Megaround to Aim CAR-T at Solid Tumors
Oricell Therapeutics, a Shanghai‑based biotech, closed a pre‑IPO financing round of more than $110 million to accelerate its CAR‑T programs targeting solid tumors, starting with liver cancer. Its lead candidate, Ori‑C101, targets the GPC3 protein and has shown a 60% response rate and 90% disease‑control rate in a small early‑stage study. The company also disclosed a broader pipeline that includes six additional cell‑therapy candidates and an in‑vivo CAR‑T platform. Oricell’s latest round follows a $70 million Series C1 raise earlier this year.
UK Flooring Market Shifts as Carpet Fights Back Against Hard Floor Dominance
New research from Designer‑Carpet.co.uk shows carpet reclaiming ground in the UK’s £3.5 billion (≈$4.4 billion) flooring market, now holding a 25% share versus luxury vinyl tile’s (LVT) 35%. About 21% of homeowners are planning flooring spend, with a clear tilt toward rich...
Hermès Sticks with Plan to Raise Output Even as War Sours Mood
Hermès inaugurated a new leather‑goods plant in Loupes near Bordeaux, initially producing Kelly handbags and expanding output of the Constance and Bride de Jour models. The brand continues its handcrafted approach, requiring an 18‑month apprenticeship before artisans can become fully...
BTS Begins Highly Anticipated ARIRANG Tour In South Korea
BTS kicked off its ARIRANG World Tour at Goyang Stadium, marking the group’s first full‑scale tour in nearly four years. The sold‑out, rain‑soaked concert ran close to three hours and featured a 20‑song set that blended tracks from the newly...
Video Premiere: Steve Bardwil Band Present Bookstore Meet-Cute in “Something With You”
The Steve Bardwil Band debuted the music video for their new single “Something With You,” showcasing a bookstore meet‑cute storyline. The track was produced by Grammy‑winning Joe Chiccarelli at Los Angeles’ East West Studios and features a blend of Americana,...
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The Best Places to Visit This July for Wine, Waves, and Summer Breeze
The July travel guide highlights five destinations poised for a surge in visitor interest in 2026. Crete’s new airport and its designation as the European Region of Gastronomy will draw food‑focused tourists, while Labuan Bajo in Indonesia leans into eco‑tourism...
3 Perfect Days in Madrid, According to Our Local Editor
Condé Nast Traveller Spain’s editor David Moralejo outlines a three‑day itinerary that blends upscale lodging, local cuisine, cultural institutions, and nightlife to showcase Madrid’s evolving appeal. He recommends luxury hotels such as the Four Seasons and Rosewood Villa Magna, while highlighting...
Harrison Ford Reveals He Suffered Clinical Depression in College: ‘I Was Socially Ill’
Veteran actor Harrison Ford disclosed that he suffered clinical depression while attending Ripon College in the early 1960s, describing himself as "socially ill" and isolated. He recounted spending days in his dorm ordering pizza and avoiding classes until a chance enrollment...
The People Who Never Feel at Home Anywhere Aren’t Lost. They Built Their Sense of Self Around Leaving.
The article explores a growing cohort of people whose identity is built around constant movement, often described as Third Culture Kids or perpetual movers. It details how repeated relocation shapes a psychological “leaving” algorithm, granting high intercultural competence but also...
Fraunhofer IISB Develops 750 kW Hairpin Winding Traction Motor for Hybrid-Electric Regional Aircraft, Achieving 8 kW/Kg
Fraunhofer IISB has unveiled a 750 kW permanent‑magnet traction motor designed for hybrid‑electric regional aircraft, achieving a power density of 8 kW per kilogram in a 94 kg package. The motor employs ultra‑thin NO15 electrical steel, 4×3‑phase hairpin windings and direct oil‑spray cooling,...
Porsche 911 Sales Surge, Rest of the Automaker's Lineup Stumbles in Q1 2026
Porsche reported a 15% global sales decline in Q1 2026, but the 911 model surged, with U.S. deliveries up 83% to 3,826 units. Sales of other models fell sharply: 718 deliveries dropped to 206 units, Macan sales fell 18.8% in...
Manoush Announces the End of Its Boho-Chic Journey
Manoush, the French premium womenswear label known for its boho‑chic aesthetic, announced it will cease operations after 23 years. The brand peaked in the early 2010s with roughly €30 million ($33 million) in sales and a network of about 600 stockists. Recent...
Salman Khan Drops Romantic Track ‘Mera Jee Nahi Bhara’ From Maatrubhumi Starring Zeyn Shaw and Debutante Abhishrri Sen
Salman Khan Films has released the romantic single “Mera Jee Nahi Bhara” from the upcoming war drama *Maatrubhumi: May War Rest in Peace*. The track, sung by Shreya Ghoshal and Vishal Mishra and composed by Shamir Tandon and Kumar Gaurav...
Exit8: A Must-See Japanese Horror About an Endless Commute
Japanese horror film *Exit 8*, based on Kotake Create’s video game, opens in U.S. theatres on April 10 and the U.K. on April 24 via NEON. Director Genki Kawamura uses a looping subway setting to explore commuter anxiety and the guilt of conforming...
Golf Attire for Men: 21 Ways to Actually Look Cool When Hitting the Links
The article showcases 21 iconic men who have mastered golf attire, blending the sport's traditional dress code with modern style cues. It highlights specific looks—from Michael Jordan's 90s polo to Justin Bieber’s personal flair—demonstrating how headwear, color, and fit can...
Johny Pitts’ Poetic Photos Captures the Realities of Being Afropean
Johny Pitts, a Sheffield‑born photographer, spent 2010 traveling across Europe to explore the term ‘Afropean’, which he later defined as a positive, unhyphenated identity for Black Europeans. His research culminated in the 2019 book *Afropean: Notes from Black Europe*, pairing...
“Yo Baby”
Milwaukee rapper JungleBaby released "Yo Baby" on 300 Entertainment, quickly earning the Best New Track accolade from critic Alphonse Pierre. The song mixes auto‑tuned melodic hooks with a heavy Milwaukee‑style bassline, delivering braggadocious lyrics about easy money. Pierre highlighted the...
Evanescence Announce New Album Sanctuary
Evanescence announced their twelfth‑year‑in‑the‑making album *Sanctuary*, due June 5 on Sony/Columbia. The 12‑track record is anchored by the lead single “Who Will You Follow,” a piano‑driven, haunting track. Production was handled by Zakk Cervini and Jordan Fish, who previously collaborated with Lee...
Princess Anne’s Granddaughter Mia Tindall Makes a Rare Appearance with Her Parents
Princess Anne’s 12‑year‑old granddaughter Mia Tindall appeared at the Grand National Festival in Liverpool, joining parents Zara and Mike Tindall for the second day of racing. Mia wore a pinstripe blue suit with a Camilla Rose headband, while Zara chose...
Watch What Happens When This Climber Breaks the First Rule of Alpine Climbing
The article recounts a climber’s near‑miss after ignoring Marc‑André Leclerc’s advice to use a lightweight tagline instead of a heavy rope during alpine mixed climbs. After taking a big whipper in the Canadian Rockies, the author’s ice‑tool leash broke, while...
Marcel Duchamp at MoMA, Dorothea Tanning Book, Leonora Carrington at the Freud Museum, London—Podcast
The Museum of Modern Art opens the first major U.S. survey of Marcel Duchamp’s career since 1973, with a later run at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Yale University Press releases a new monograph, *Dorothea Tanning: A Surrealist World*, priced at $45....
The Moment of Truth for the Athlete Endorser Is Here
The sportswear industry is at a crossroads as athlete endorsement models shift from flat‑fee deals to performance‑based, revenue‑share contracts. Brands now demand granular data on sales lifts and social engagement to justify spend, reflecting a broader move toward measurable marketing...
The Sheila Is Returning to Australian Culture, Riding on a New Wave of ‘Bogan Feminism’ | Maria Lewis
Australian pop culture is witnessing a revival of the "sheila" archetype, now framed as a badge of "bogan feminism." Front‑runners like Amy Taylor of Amyl & the Sniffers, surfer‑skater Milla Coco Brown, and Indigenous rapper Barkaa are flaunting mullets, denim and unapologetic swagger....
Five Science Fiction Movies to Stream Now
The New York Times roundup spotlights five new science‑fiction titles now streaming, led by the time‑travel comedy “Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice” on Hulu and a grief‑driven multiverse thriller starring Michaela McManus. Both films mix genre conventions—organized‑crime tropes with...
Peculiar Core-Collapse Supernova Breaks the Mold with a Long, Dim Plateau
Astronomers from the Chinese Academy of Sciences observed the low‑luminosity Type IIP supernova SN 2024abfl in the nearby galaxy NGC 2146. The event displayed an unusually long, roughly 110‑day plateau and a faint plateau luminosity of about 1 × 10^41 erg s⁻¹. Spectroscopy revealed very low expansion...
First Reactions To Lee Cronin's The Mummy Have Critics United
Lee Cronin’s new horror re‑imagining of The Mummy hit early screenings to a chorus of visceral reactions. Critics highlighted its intimate family‑trauma premise, relentless body‑horror set pieces, and a sound design that amplifies the dread. The 133‑minute film, starring Natalie Grace...
Sanctuary Sign with BLKIIBLK, Release New Single “Not Of The Living”
American power‑metal veterans Sanctuary have signed to BLKIIBLK, the label behind acts like Biohazard, Cro‑Mags and Megadeth. To celebrate, they dropped the single “Not Of The Living,” their first release since frontman Warrel Dane’s death. The track features new vocalist...
The Hives Join the Latest Episode of AltPress: In Session
The Hives appeared on the latest AltPress: In Session episode to spotlight their seventh studio effort, *Forever Forever the Hives*. The Swedish garage‑rock veterans reflected on a career that began with the 2000 hit “Hate to Say I Told You...
Campaign Fights Rising Gen Z Nicotine Use
Truth Initiative launched the “Outsmart Nicotine” campaign to confront rising nicotine use among Gen Z, adding nicotine pouches and cigarettes to its anti‑nicotine messaging for the first time in a decade. The multi‑product focus highlights that nearly half of young users...
Palace Cancels NYC Release for Nike Air Max 95 After Two Arrests During Wristband Distribution
Palace cancelled its New York City drop of the Nike Air Max 95 after two 21‑year‑old men were arrested for assault during wristband distribution. The brand redirected shoppers to an online release at 11 a.m. on Friday, citing safety concerns. This follows a...
Watch a Clip From James McAvoy’s Rap Comedy ‘California Schemin” – Exclusively on NME
James McAvoy makes his feature‑directorial debut with the British comedy "California Schemin’," a film that dramatizes the true‑story of Scottish rap duo Silibil N’ Brains. The pair, portrayed by Samuel Bottomley and Séamus McLean Ross, adopt American accents to fool...
Cruz Beckham Shares Feel-Good New Single ‘Waste Your Pain’
Cruz Beckham, son of David and Victoria Beckham, released the upbeat single “Waste Your Pain,” produced by Justin Raisen and Lewis Pesacov. The track, previewed on his UK headline tour, features bright guitar riffs and a feel‑good chorus about self‑acceptance....
5 Overlooked, Old-School Trout Flies to Throw This Spring
The Outdoor Life piece spotlights five classic trout flies—Whitlock’s Near Nuff Sculpin, Goddard Caddis, Brassie, Partridge and Yellow, and the Clouser Crayfish—as overlooked yet effective options for spring fishing. Each pattern dates back several decades, yet their simple designs and...
Artemis II Reentry Streams Tonight
NASA’s Artemis II crew is slated to reenter Earth’s atmosphere tonight, April 10, 2026, concluding the first crewed deep‑space flight since the Apollo era. The Orion spacecraft, carrying Mission Specialists Christina Koch and Jeremy Hansen, Pilot Victor Glover, and Commander Reid Wiseman, will perform a Pacific Ocean...
Standard Chartered Appoints Nalini Tarakeshwar as Global Head of Standard Chartered Foundation
Standard Chartered has named Nalini Tarakeshwar as Global Head of its Standard Chartered Foundation and corporate philanthropy. The Foundation, launched in 2019, focuses on reducing inequality by improving employability and entrepreneurship for underserved youth, particularly women. Tarakeshwar, who spent more...
‘You, Me & Tuscany’ Collects $750K In Previews, ‘Super Mario Galaxy Movie’ Heads For $300M – Box Office
Universal’s romance You, Me & Tuscany pulled $750 K in preview showings across 2,550 theaters and is projected to open in the high single‑digit millions despite its modest $18 M budget. In contrast, Illumination/Nintendo/Universal’s Super Mario Galaxy Movie logged $180 M domestic in its first week...
Watch the Canada Reads 2026 Book Trailers
Canada Reads 2026 will be held April 13‑16, with five novels vying for the national title. Celebrities Elle‑Máijá Tailfeathers, Steve “Dangle” Glynn, Tegan Quin, Josh Dela Cruz and Morgann Book each champion a book, and animated trailers for all titles debuted...
I Finally Quit Serving My Kids on Plastic Plates Thanks to This Brilliant Shatter-Proof Find
A parent switched her three children from plastic dinnerware to stainless‑steel plates after concerns about microplastics and durability. The review highlights Ahmisa’s kid‑focused stainless‑steel line, noting its shatter‑proof strength, lightweight feel, and dishwasher safety. While the upfront price is higher—about...
Artemis II Crew Sends A Timely Message Of Love To The Earth
Artemis II’s Orion capsule completed a four‑person lunar flyby and is returning to Earth, marking NASA’s first crewed mission beyond low Earth orbit since Apollo. Astronauts emphasized a message of love and wonder, resonating globally and even proposing to name a...
‘Pretty Little Liars’ Star Sasha Pieterse Launches Mother Bare Productions With Sherrilyn Kenyon Supernatural Book Series ‘Infernal Affairs’ As First...
Sasha Pieterse, best known for "Pretty Little Liars," has launched a new production company, Mother Bare Productions, with the first project being a feature‑film adaptation of Sherrilyn Kenyon’s upcoming urban‑fantasy series "Infernal Affairs." Pieterse will co‑produce and star as Detective Sorcha O’Malley opposite the series’ supernatural lead, Lucifer’s...
James Harden’s Latest Adidas Sneaker Is a Salute to Nipsey Hussle
James Harden has teamed with Adidas and Nipsey Hussle’s Marathon Clothing (TMC) to release the TMC × Adidas Harden Vol. 10 sneaker, a tribute to the late rapper. The shoe showcases a royal‑blue molded upper, white three‑stripe accents, and an insole printed with...
The Pocket Watch Comeback You Didn’t See Coming
The upcoming spin‑off film *Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man* has sparked a surge in interest for Tommy Shelby’s signature pocket watch, with Google reporting a 100 percent rise in related searches. Luxury houses are responding: Audemars Piguet unveiled a limited‑edition 150 Heritage pocket...
BRUNHILDE Make Their Return With Latest Single, ‘Rising From The Ashes’
German hard‑rock band Brunhilde has returned with the single “Rising From The Ashes,” a punch‑filled track that blends aggressive riffs, booming drums, and frontwoman Caro Loy’s soaring vocals. Known for electrifying live shows, the group has cultivated a cult following across...
Alabama Shakes Lament Breakdown of the “American Dream” On New Song: Stream
Alabama Shakes unveiled “American Dream,” a politically charged single that previews their upcoming third album on Island Records. The slow‑burning track critiques the erosion of the American Dream, referencing issues from gun reform to healthcare access. It follows 2022’s “Another...
Expansion Microscopy Tool Kit Corrects Distortion of Blown-Up Cells
Researchers have unveiled an expansion microscopy toolkit that uses genetically encoded protein nanocages as internal rulers to correct uneven swelling of organelles. By measuring these nanoscale cages, the system quantifies local expansion factors and digitally reconstructs distortion‑free 3‑D images. The...
Statement Paris: A French Luxury Jewelry Brand
Statement Paris, founded in 2018 by former Place Vendôme artisan Amélie Huynh, is a Paris‑based luxury jewelry maison that blends fine art with personal affirmation. The brand employs traditional lost‑wax casting, dedicating up to 70 hours to each piece, and...
Puma and Nahmias Celebrate Motorsport-Inspired Capsule Collection in Los Angeles
Puma and Los‑Angeles label Nahmias unveiled a motorsport‑inspired capsule at a K1 Speed event in Los Angeles, featuring a refreshed Speedcat sneaker and track‑styled apparel. The launch attracted celebrity guests such as Timothée Chalamet and F1 driver Charles LeClerc, and the collection...
NO DEPRESSION SESSIONS at Chelsea Studios NYC: The Brook & The Bluff
The Brook & The Bluff, a Nashville‑based trio, recorded a No Depression Session at Chelsea Studios in New York City. The three songs—"Can’t Figure It Out," "105," and "Gone For The Weekend"—are taken from their recent album Werewolf and were...
NASA’s Artemis II Crew Is Expected to Splash Down Friday Evening
NASA’s Artemis II crew is slated to splash down Friday evening around 8:07 p.m. Eastern, concluding a week‑long deep‑space flight that marked the farthest journey by humans to date. The descent will put the Orion crew module’s heat shield and structural integrity...
Walmart Unveils Limited-Time The Devil Wears Prada Scoop Collection
Walmart has launched a limited‑time "The Devil Wears Prada" Scoop Collection, a fashion collaboration that blends the film’s iconic style with the retailer’s value proposition. The line, priced between $16 and $54, is available for pre‑order now and will ship...