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The Black Culinary Renaissance Happening In Asheville, North Carolina
NewsMar 31, 2026

The Black Culinary Renaissance Happening In Asheville, North Carolina

Asheville’s food scene is witnessing a Black culinary renaissance led by chefs like Ashleigh Shanti at Good Hot Fish, Rakim Gaines at Capella on 9, and the Wynn family’s Sistas on Montford. These entrepreneurs revive Affrilachian cuisine—a blend of foraged...

By Travel Noire
Researchers Uncover New Clues About Carbonaceous Asteroids
NewsMar 31, 2026

Researchers Uncover New Clues About Carbonaceous Asteroids

Stony Brook University researchers have identified new compositional clues about carbonaceous (C-type) asteroids, using advanced infrared spectroscopy and sample‑return data. Analyzing five near‑Earth asteroids, they found water‑ice and organic molecule abundances up to 20% higher than previously recorded. The study,...

By American Astronomical Society – Press
On The Verge: Boy Golden
NewsMar 31, 2026

On The Verge: Boy Golden

Winnipeg musician Liam Duncan, performing as Boy Golden, has rapidly ascended the Canadian music scene. His 2023 album *For Jimmy* captured Contemporary Album of the Year at the Canadian Folk Music Awards, while the 2024 follow‑up *For Eden* earned a...

By Relix
Rethinking the Spend-Down Debate: Mission First, Timeline SecondTracy McFerrin Founder and Principal, Credo AdvisorsBen Zeno
NewsMar 31, 2026

Rethinking the Spend-Down Debate: Mission First, Timeline SecondTracy McFerrin Founder and Principal, Credo AdvisorsBen Zeno

Recent research from the Center for Effective Philanthropy highlights that foundation leaders are grappling with heightened demand and tighter funding, prompting a reassessment of the traditional spend‑down debate. Tracy McFerrin and Ben Zeno argue that timing of asset depletion should...

By Center for Effective Philanthropy
Download the Women's Health Workout App, All Out Studio, to Train with Our Fitness Pros
NewsMar 31, 2026

Download the Women's Health Workout App, All Out Studio, to Train with Our Fitness Pros

Women’s Health has launched All Out Studio, a new fitness app offering more than 450 on‑demand video workouts curated by the magazine’s vetted trainers. The platform delivers programs for strength, weight loss, Pilates, HIIT and long‑term training plans, all streamable...

By Womens Health
Nag Ashwin Praises Ranveer Singh’s Performance in Dhurandhar The Revenge: “Always Raising the Bar”
NewsMar 31, 2026

Nag Ashwin Praises Ranveer Singh’s Performance in Dhurandhar The Revenge: “Always Raising the Bar”

Nag Ashwin praised Ranveer Singh’s performance in *Dhurandhar The Revenge*, highlighting the film’s emotional core beneath its large‑scale action. The sequel now ranks among India’s biggest box‑office hits, trailing only *Pushpa 2* and *Baahubali 2*. Ashwin’s Instagram endorsement underscores industry recognition of...

By Bollywood Hungama
Lamborghini CFO on Managing the ‘Small but Steady Demand’ for Luxury Vehicles
NewsMar 31, 2026

Lamborghini CFO on Managing the ‘Small but Steady Demand’ for Luxury Vehicles

Lamborghini CFO Paolo Poma says the brand generated roughly €3 billion (about $3.3 bn) in revenue, delivering about 8% of Audi Group profit while representing less than 1% of total turnover. The finance team safeguards margins by tightly controlling pricing, avoiding discounts,...

By CFO.com
What Did Pompeii Smell Like? A New Study Analyzes Its Ancient Incense
NewsMar 31, 2026

What Did Pompeii Smell Like? A New Study Analyzes Its Ancient Incense

International researchers have chemically analyzed two incense vessels from Pompeii, marking the first scientific test of ritual residues at the site. The samples revealed charred oak and laurel, typical of offerings to Jupiter and Apollo, as well as frankincense from...

By Artnet News
Short-Acting Psychedelic DMT Shows Promise as a Rapid Treatment for Major Depressive Disorder
NewsMar 31, 2026

Short-Acting Psychedelic DMT Shows Promise as a Rapid Treatment for Major Depressive Disorder

A phase IIa trial published in Nature Medicine found that a single intravenous dose of dimethyltryptamine (DMT), paired with structured psychotherapy, produced a rapid and sustained reduction in major depressive disorder symptoms. Participants receiving 21.5 mg of DMT showed an average...

By PsyPost
A Hidden Gem in the Surrey Hills
NewsMar 31, 2026

A Hidden Gem in the Surrey Hills

Kingsley House is an adult‑only, three‑room boutique B&B tucked in the Surrey Hills, offering luxury amenities such as turn‑down service, seasonal dining and curated local experiences. Hosts Duncan and Craig personalize each stay with walking itineraries, afternoon tea, and optional...

By The Luxury Report
3 Future Food Projects Get $4.7M Dutch Govt Funding for Cultivated Meat & Fermentation
NewsMar 31, 2026

3 Future Food Projects Get $4.7M Dutch Govt Funding for Cultivated Meat & Fermentation

The Dutch Research Council (NWO) has granted $4.7 million to three consortia to accelerate cultivated meat and precision‑fermentation technologies. The Up‑Cell project at TU Delft will engineer scalable animal cell lines, while Maastricht‑led MeatUp focuses on whole‑cut meat alternatives using seaweed‑based...

By Green Queen
Is Baltic’s New Stone Dial Heures Du Monde the Best, Most Affordable Worldtimer Ever?
NewsMar 31, 2026

Is Baltic’s New Stone Dial Heures Du Monde the Best, Most Affordable Worldtimer Ever?

Baltic has launched the Heures du Monde, a world‑timer watch featuring stone dials of labradorite, tiger‑eye or sodalite, priced at €1,300–€1,360 (≈ $1,420–$1,480). The 36 mm 316L stainless‑steel case houses a modified Soprod C125 automatic movement with a 42‑hour reserve and a...

By Time+Tide Watches
Mouth Culture Sign To Killabop Ahead Of Debut Album
NewsMar 31, 2026

Mouth Culture Sign To Killabop Ahead Of Debut Album

British indie‑rock band Mouth Culture has become the third act to sign with new UK label Killabop. The agreement covers their 2021 debut mixtape “These Days” and an upcoming debut album slated for release soon. They join label mates Venus...

By Rock Sound
A New Way to Eavesdrop on Ocean Temperature in the Arctic
NewsMar 31, 2026

A New Way to Eavesdrop on Ocean Temperature in the Arctic

Scientists at UC San Diego’s Scripps Institution have demonstrated that underwater acoustic travel times can accurately gauge Arctic Ocean temperatures across a 2,600‑kilometer baseline. The method, known as ocean acoustic thermometry, was field‑tested during the 2019‑2020 CAATEX experiment using six...

By Phys.org – Biotechnology
How to Help Students Explore the Meanings of “Different”
NewsMar 31, 2026

How to Help Students Explore the Meanings of “Different”

Educators are increasingly urged to present a single narrative, discouraging exploration of difference, which coincides with rising anxiety among U.S. and U.K. youth. Sally Smith’s 1994 book *Different Is Not Bad, Different Is the World* offers classroom activities that reframe...

By Greater Good Magazine (UC Berkeley)
The Best Contemporary Classical Music on Bandcamp, March 2026
NewsMar 31, 2026

The Best Contemporary Classical Music on Bandcamp, March 2026

The March 2026 Bandcamp roundup spotlights a diverse set of contemporary classical releases, ranging from John McGuire’s mathematically‑structured double string trios to Dayna Pilchen’s organ‑driven psychoacoustic experiment “Paper Braids.” It also features John Tilbury’s extended Morton Feldman piano recording, Cassia Streb and Tim Feeney’s hybrid installation‑performance “Lampworking,” Maya Bennardo’s...

By Bandcamp Daily
Various Artists, “Fight The Fire: Digital Reggae, Conscious Roots and Dub in Nigeria 1986–91”
NewsMar 31, 2026

Various Artists, “Fight The Fire: Digital Reggae, Conscious Roots and Dub in Nigeria 1986–91”

"Fight The Fire: Digital Reggae, Conscious Roots and Dub in Nigeria 1986–91" is a new compilation from Soundway Records that assembles 14 rare Nigerian reggae tracks recorded during the country’s late‑80s military era. The collection showcases how local artists merged...

By Bandcamp Daily
EXCLUSIVE: Karakkam Set for April 23 Release; Malayalam Cinema’s First Musical Horror Comedy Promises a Wild Ride
NewsMar 31, 2026

EXCLUSIVE: Karakkam Set for April 23 Release; Malayalam Cinema’s First Musical Horror Comedy Promises a Wild Ride

Malayalam cinema is set to debut its first musical horror comedy with Karakkam, slated for theatrical release on April 23, 2026. Directed by Subhash Lalitha Subrahmanian, the film features an ensemble cast including Sreenath Bhasi and Femina George. The story...

By Bollywood Hungama
HYBE India Launches Nationwide Audition for New Girl Group; Aims to Take Indian Talent Global
NewsMar 31, 2026

HYBE India Launches Nationwide Audition for New Girl Group; Aims to Take Indian Talent Global

HYBE India announced a nationwide audition to form its first girl group, running from March 31 to July 31, 2026. The search targets girls born between 2005 and 2011 and evaluates vocals, rap, dance, acting and modelling. Backed by Nielsen...

By Bollywood Hungama
Study Links Diets High in Ultra-Processed Foods to Increased Heart Attack, Stroke Risk
NewsMar 31, 2026

Study Links Diets High in Ultra-Processed Foods to Increased Heart Attack, Stroke Risk

Researchers at Florida Atlantic University analyzed NHANES data from 4,787 U.S. adults and found that individuals in the highest quartile of ultra‑processed food (UPF) consumption faced a 47 percent greater risk of cardiovascular disease, primarily heart attacks and strokes. The study,...

By Food Safety Magazine
Prince St. Pizza Partners with Dave’s Hot Chicken Franchisee for National Expansion
NewsMar 31, 2026

Prince St. Pizza Partners with Dave’s Hot Chicken Franchisee for National Expansion

Prince St. Pizza has teamed up with Lawrence Kourie, the founder and largest franchisee of Dave’s Hot Chicken, to launch a national expansion of its Sicilian‑style square pies. Kourie will use his multi‑state operations and disciplined franchising approach to open...

By Fast Casual
Uri Tupka and the Gods: Another Story From Lands Unknown
NewsMar 31, 2026

Uri Tupka and the Gods: Another Story From Lands Unknown

Mike Mignola’s latest graphic novel, *Uri Tupka and the Gods*, debuted on March 31, 2026 as a 104‑page hardcover priced at $24.99. The story follows scholar Uri Tupka, who flees imperial wrath after a prophetic cat dream and encounters giant elephants, devils,...

By GeekDad
Unlocking Designer Roots for Future Cereal Crops
NewsMar 31, 2026

Unlocking Designer Roots for Future Cereal Crops

Researchers at the University of Queensland and Australian National University identified the CEPR1 signaling gene as a conserved regulator of root architecture across barley, rice, maize and Arabidopsis. Knocking out CEPR1 creates steeper, narrower roots that improve water and nutrient...

By Phys.org – Biotechnology
Oops! NASA Once Lost a $125 Million Spacecraft Because Engineers Forgot to Convert to Metric
NewsMar 31, 2026

Oops! NASA Once Lost a $125 Million Spacecraft Because Engineers Forgot to Convert to Metric

The Mars Climate Orbiter, a $125 million NASA mission launched in 1998, was lost in September 1999 when it descended far too low over Mars. The failure was traced to a simple unit‑conversion mistake: Lockheed Martin’s navigation software used Imperial units instead of...

By Popular Mechanics
6 Ways You're Wasting Space in Your Home Without Realizing It, According to Designers
NewsMar 31, 2026

6 Ways You're Wasting Space in Your Home Without Realizing It, According to Designers

Interior designers highlight six common ways homeowners waste space, from sofa placement to under‑stair areas. Pulling a sofa away from the wall and extending cabinets to the ceiling can instantly open rooms. Eliminating unnecessary features like double kitchen sinks frees...

By Real Simple (Home & Organizing)
She Thought She Needed Hours in the Gym to Get Strong. Then At-Home Workouts Changed Everything.
NewsMar 31, 2026

She Thought She Needed Hours in the Gym to Get Strong. Then At-Home Workouts Changed Everything.

Former collegiate runner Ashley Tysiac recounts shifting from hour‑long gym sessions to 30‑minute at‑home strength workouts after entering the workforce. She highlights how the Race‑Ready Strength program provides step‑by‑step, three‑times‑weekly routines that complement running without sacrificing time. The guide includes...

By Runners World
REVIEW: Voile's Newest Ski Completes Telemark's Modern Touring Paradigm
NewsMar 31, 2026

REVIEW: Voile's Newest Ski Completes Telemark's Modern Touring Paradigm

Voile’s Vector ACE ski, part of the brand’s ACE series, launches as a mid‑fat, 1.4 kg per ski (2.8 kg pair) touring model that can accommodate telemark bindings. The ski features a hybrid sidewall construction, a paulownia core with maple and carbon...

By Powder
Light Bends Perovskite Crystal Lattice, Opening Way to New Devices
NewsMar 31, 2026

Light Bends Perovskite Crystal Lattice, Opening Way to New Devices

Researchers at UC Davis have demonstrated that halide perovskite crystals undergo rapid, reversible lattice distortions when illuminated, a phenomenon termed photostriction. Using laser excitation and X‑ray probing, they showed the effect can be tuned by adjusting the crystal composition, light wavelength,...

By Tech Xplore – Semiconductors
Ajay Devgn Announces Gen AI-Film Happy Birthday Joshi; to Release on His 57th Birthday
NewsMar 31, 2026

Ajay Devgn Announces Gen AI-Film Happy Birthday Joshi; to Release on His 57th Birthday

Ajay Devgn unveiled the first look of "Happy Birthday Joshi," a mystery thriller billed as a “Gen‑AI film.” The story, inspired by a true event, blends vintage computing symbols with a modern investigation. Produced by Lens Vault Studios, the project...

By Bollywood Hungama
Turn Yellow Mustard Into Your Own DIY Dijon With A Few Pantry Ingredients
NewsMar 31, 2026

Turn Yellow Mustard Into Your Own DIY Dijon With A Few Pantry Ingredients

The article shows how to transform ordinary yellow mustard into a close DIY replica of Dijon by adding white wine vinegar, sugar, water, salt, and optional heat agents like horseradish or wasabi. It outlines the historical roots of authentic Dijon,...

By Food Republic
Star Wars Weddings in Las Vegas Go Into Hyperspace for May the Fourth
NewsMar 31, 2026

Star Wars Weddings in Las Vegas Go Into Hyperspace for May the Fourth

Las Vegas is capitalizing on the "May the Fourth" pop‑culture holiday by offering Star Wars‑themed wedding packages that attract fans from across the country. Venues such as The Collective Las Vegas, Cactus Collective Weddings, Little Vegas Chapel and Viva Las Vegas...

By Attractions Magazine
Freshwater vs Saltwater Fishing: Key Differences Explained
NewsMar 31, 2026

Freshwater vs Saltwater Fishing: Key Differences Explained

Freshwater and saltwater fishing differ in environment, target species, gear, and techniques. Inland lakes, rivers and ponds offer calmer, more accessible settings, while oceans present tides, waves, and larger, stronger fish. Equipment for freshwater is lighter and cheaper, whereas saltwater...

By Onrec
THROUGH THE LENS: Big Ears 2026 Was a Homecoming
NewsMar 31, 2026

THROUGH THE LENS: Big Ears 2026 Was a Homecoming

The 2026 edition of the Big Ears music festival returned to its Knoxville roots, emphasizing a home‑grown, intimate atmosphere. Curated by longtime organizers, the lineup blended avant‑garde performers with folk and blues acts, spotlighting local talent alongside established names. Attendance...

By No Depression
‘The Midnight: Shadows’ Renders Nostalgia’s Dangers in Neon
NewsMar 31, 2026

‘The Midnight: Shadows’ Renders Nostalgia’s Dangers in Neon

Dark Horse Comics releases *The Midnight: Shadows*, a 2024 graphic novel that extends synthwave duo The Midnight’s nostalgic brand into a cyber‑punk narrative. The story follows Jason, a 1999‑era father who escapes his stressful reality through a malfunctioning childhood game...

By PopMatters (Music)
Mirza International Acquires Solethreads to Enter Semi-Premium Footwear Segment
NewsMar 31, 2026

Mirza International Acquires Solethreads to Enter Semi-Premium Footwear Segment

Mirza International has acquired 100% of Gurugram‑based casual‑footwear startup Solethreads, marking its entry into India’s fast‑growing semi‑premium footwear segment. Solethreads, founded in 2020, has raised over $7 million and achieved a monthly run rate of about $638,000, with presence in 600...

By Apparel Resources – Business News
‘It Was an Exorcism’: How Heartbreak, Queer Rebirth and Finding Love over Only Connect Shaped Wendy Eisenberg’s Stunning New Album
NewsMar 31, 2026

‘It Was an Exorcism’: How Heartbreak, Queer Rebirth and Finding Love over Only Connect Shaped Wendy Eisenberg’s Stunning New Album

Wendy Eisenberg, a Brooklyn‑based indie musician, has released a self‑titled album that marks a stylistic shift toward 70s folk‑rock melodies. The record emerged after a “creative exorcism” triggered by a painful breakup, during which Eisenberg wrote most songs in a...

By The Guardian (Music)
FRESH TRACK: Son Little - “Be Better”
NewsMar 31, 2026

FRESH TRACK: Son Little - “Be Better”

Son Little, the West Coast‑born, Northeast‑raised multi‑instrumentalist, has launched his new album CITYFOLK, a project inspired by a deep dive into his Southern ancestry. The record, released on March 31, 2026, blends blues, soul, and folk to articulate the search...

By No Depression
6 Books Named Finalists for the 2026 International Booker Prize
NewsMar 31, 2026

6 Books Named Finalists for the 2026 International Booker Prize

The International Booker Prize has announced its six 2026 finalists, a roster of translated works originally written in languages ranging from Persian to Bulgarian. The shortlist includes titles set against the backdrop of the 1979 Iranian Revolution, Nazi‑era Germany, Japanese‑occupied...

By NPR – Books
Shawn Colvin’s ‘Whole New You’ Is a Revelation at 25
NewsMar 31, 2026

Shawn Colvin’s ‘Whole New You’ Is a Revelation at 25

Shawn Colvin’s fifth studio album *Whole New You* turned 25, marking a quiet but pivotal moment in her catalog. Released in 1999, the record arrived five years after the Grammy‑winning *A Few Small Repairs* and followed her first pregnancy, resulting in minimal label support and modest...

By PopMatters (Music)
‘Cape Fear’ Trailer: Javier Bardem Terrorizes Amy Adams and Patrick Wilson in Apple Series Inspired by Martin Scorsese’s Remake
NewsMar 31, 2026

‘Cape Fear’ Trailer: Javier Bardem Terrorizes Amy Adams and Patrick Wilson in Apple Series Inspired by Martin Scorsese’s Remake

Apple TV is debuting a ten‑episode limited series titled “Cape Fear,” set for a June 5, 2026 launch. Created by Nick Antosca, the thriller reimagines Martin Scorsese’s 1991 remake of the 1962 classic, with Javier Bardem starring as the vengeful Max Cady...

By IndieWire
Chile Becomes an Associate Member State of CERN
NewsMar 31, 2026

Chile Becomes an Associate Member State of CERN

Effective 2 April 2026, Chile became an Associate Member State of CERN, following ratification of the 2025 Associate Member Agreement and accession to CERN’s privileges and immunities protocol. The new status grants Chile representation on the CERN Council, Finance Committee and Scientific...

By CERN – News/Feeds
Crystal Lake Have Parted Ways With Vocalist John Robert Centorrino
NewsMar 31, 2026

Crystal Lake Have Parted Ways With Vocalist John Robert Centorrino

Japanese metalcore outfit Crystal Lake announced the mutual departure of vocalist John Robert Centorrino, who joined in 2023 after an open audition. The split follows the release of their February 2026 album ‘The Weight Of Sound’ on Century Media Records...

By Rock Sound
Ron Perlman Is Seeking Vengeance in Thriller 'The Gentleman' Trailer
NewsMar 31, 2026

Ron Perlman Is Seeking Vengeance in Thriller 'The Gentleman' Trailer

Capelight Pictures released the trailer for *The Gentleman*, a Mexico‑Spain co‑production directed by Gabriel Beristain and starring Ron Perlman as a retired mercenary seeking vengeance after his friend’s murder. The film adapts Carlos Augusto Casas’s novel *Ya No Quedan Junglas* and debuted at the...

By FirstShowing.net
Michael Fullerton: The Politics of Portraiture
NewsMar 31, 2026

Michael Fullerton: The Politics of Portraiture

Glasgow painter Michael Fullerton’s new exhibition at Edinburgh’s City Art Centre juxtaposes eighteenth‑century portraiture with contemporary political subjects, including eleven oil portraits of male asylum seekers from the Hilltop Hotel in Carlisle. The works blend warm, meticulous rendering with muted,...

By ArtReview
Sandwiched Between Fort Wayne And Akron Is An Ohio City With Small-Town Charm, Tasty Eats, And Lake Fun
NewsMar 31, 2026

Sandwiched Between Fort Wayne And Akron Is An Ohio City With Small-Town Charm, Tasty Eats, And Lake Fun

Willard, Ohio, a small‑town getaway nestled between Fort Wayne and Akron, blends historic charm with easy access to major cities. Founded as Chicago Junction in 1874 and incorporated in 1960, the city offers mid‑century homes, farmland views, and a relaxed suburban...

By Islands
The Black Crowes Albums Ranked Worst to Best
NewsMar 31, 2026

The Black Crowes Albums Ranked Worst to Best

The Black Crowes’ discography has been re‑ranked from worst to best, placing their 1992 masterpiece *The Southern Harmony and Musical Companion* at the summit and the 2001 *Lions* near the bottom. The list spans their debut *Shake Your Money Maker*...

By Ultimate Classic Rock
ASCEND 2026 Assembles Space Industry’s Most Influential Voices in Washington, D.C.
NewsMar 31, 2026

ASCEND 2026 Assembles Space Industry’s Most Influential Voices in Washington, D.C.

AIAA’s ASCEND 2026 will convene May 19‑21 at the Washington Hilton, drawing roughly 2,000 space professionals to the nation’s capital. The three‑day event features more than 200 speakers from NASA, the FAA, Lockheed Martin, Blue Origin, academia and government, highlighting...

By AIAA – Industry News (Aerospace)
11 Most-Visited Pennsylvania State Parks, Ranked
NewsMar 31, 2026

11 Most-Visited Pennsylvania State Parks, Ranked

A new ranking based on 2024 visitor data identifies the 11 most‑visited Pennsylvania state parks, with Pymatuning State Park leading at over 3.8 million guests and Presque Isle close behind at 3.5 million. The list spans a variety of amenities—from expansive lakes...

By Islands
Don’t Toss the Liquid in Canned Beans — Here Are 6 Ways Chefs Use It
NewsMar 31, 2026

Don’t Toss the Liquid in Canned Beans — Here Are 6 Ways Chefs Use It

Chefs are championing the liquid left in canned beans—known as aquafaba—as a versatile, low‑cost ingredient. They use it to replace eggs in vegan mayonnaise and aioli, thicken soups and sauces, create foamy cocktails, smooth hummus, and flavor rice. The practice...

By Food & Wine