A Brain Implant for Depression Is About to Be Tested in Humans
Motif Neurotech received FDA approval to begin a first‑in‑human study of its blueberry‑sized brain implant designed to treat severe depression. The device sits just above the dura and delivers wireless electrical stimulation to the central executive network, aiming to restore activity in patients with treatment‑resistant depression. Implantation is performed in a 20‑minute outpatient procedure, and a cap worn like a baseball hat powers and programs the therapy. The pilot trial will enroll about ten participants and monitor safety and symptom changes over a 12‑month period.
After a Popular Residency, Kevin Finch’s Arthur Now Has a Permanent Home in Brooklyn, N.Y.
Chef Kevin Finch and his wife Alexa have turned their popular pop‑up, Arthur, into a permanent 38‑seat restaurant in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, opening on April 10. The venue draws on modern Parisian bistro aesthetics while showcasing seasonal Northeastern ingredients. Finch brings...
How To Reduce Fear Of Failure By Changing A Single Memory (M)
Psychologist Dr. Jeremy Dean outlines a brief mental exercise that weakens the fear of failure by targeting a single negative memory. The technique involves recalling the memory, then visualizing a new, less threatening outcome, which diminishes associated sadness and guilt....
Non-Traditional Rehabilitation Activities That Improve Recovery Outcomes
Non-traditional rehabilitation activities are reshaping recovery by emphasizing functional, enjoyable movement rather than repetitive clinical drills. Therapists are adding aquatic therapy, dance, gardening, art, virtual‑reality games, yoga, and Tai Chi to address strength, balance, coordination, and mental health. These approaches boost...
Illinois' Oldest Hotel Brims With Historic Charm Between Cedar Rapids And Madison
The DeSoto House Hotel, opened in 1855, is Illinois’ oldest continuously operating hotel and sits in the historic town of Galena, midway between Cedar Rapids and Madison. Its 55 Victorian‑style rooms blend period décor with modern amenities, and the property...
Madonna Taps Sabrina Carpenter For New Single, "Bring Your Love"
Madonna announced a new collaboration with pop‑rock star Sabrina Carpenter titled “Bring Your Love,” slated for release on April 30 at 6 p.m. ET. The track was first performed during Carpenter’s Coachella weekend‑two set, giving fans an early glimpse of the...
A Postcard From Tyler Ballgame
Singer‑songwriter Tyler Ballgame, whose debut album “For the First Time, Again” launched on Rough Trade Records in January, recounted his recent European headline tour in a candid “Postcard From” piece. He described traveling in a Mercedes Sprinter van adorned with bug‑splatter art,...
How Skill-Based Hobbies Are Being Used to Reduce Stress and Anxiety
Increasing rates of stress and anxiety are prompting individuals to replace passive pastimes with skill‑based hobbies. Whether physical (tennis, dance) or creative (painting, photography), these activities demand active learning, provide measurable progress, and foster routine. The engagement boosts confidence, releases...
Why Lifestyle Medicine Is Turning to Skill-Based Physical Activities
Lifestyle medicine is moving beyond basic prescriptions of walking and diet toward skill‑based physical activities such as tennis, swimming, martial arts, and dance. Practitioners argue that activities requiring learning, coordination, and progression keep participants mentally engaged and improve adherence, the...
Achieving Excellent Electrochemical Stability of Li‐rich Mn‐Based Cathode by One‐Step Decanoic Acid Treatment Under Ambient Atmosphere
Researchers introduced a one‑step decanoic acid (DA) treatment performed in ambient air to modify the surface of Li‑rich Mn‑based cathodes (LLMO). The DA coating creates a thin, stable cathode‑electrolyte interphase and introduces surface oxygen vacancies that suppress side reactions and...
Acupuncture May Improve Pain, Reduce Opioid Use After THA
A triple‑blind randomized trial of 484 total hip arthroplasty patients found intraoperative acupuncture lowered pain scores and opioid consumption on postoperative days 0 and 1. In the acupuncture arm, 14% of patients required no opioids during their hospital stay versus...
17 Country Stars With the Most ACM Nominations and Zero Wins
The article ranks 17 country music legends who have amassed the most Academy of Country Music (ACM) nominations without ever winning. Chris Young tops the list with 13 nominations, while Travis Tritt holds the overall record at 19. Seven inductees of...
Atomic Step–Terrace Ordering Enables Unprecedentedly Low Pop‐in Stress Scatter in GaN (0001)
Researchers used catalyst‑referred etching (CARE) to create GaN (0001) surfaces with atomically flat step‑terrace topography. Nanoindentation on these surfaces produced pop‑in events at the theoretical strength of 16.15 GPa with an unprecedented stress scatter of only 2.3%. By contrast, conventional as‑received...
Indiana's Evolving Green Space On The Ohio River Is One Of The Best US City Parks In 2026 So Far
Origin Park in Clarksville, Indiana, has risen from a former junkyard and flood‑prone dump to rank fourth on USA Today’s 2026 list of best public spaces. The River Heritage Conservancy spearheaded cleanup and secured grants, expanding the park to more than...
Moe. Debut Faces’ “Ooh La La” And Revive J.J. Cale’s “Cajun Moon” For the First Time Since 2020
On April 25, 2026, jam band moe. performed at Denver’s Ogden Theater as part of their Born to Fly Winter/Spring tour. The show marked the first live rendition of Faces’ “Ooh La La” and the revival of J.J. Cale’s “Cajun...
Engineering of Multiple Heterointerfaces in N, S‐Codoped Hollow Cu/Cu2S/C Nanoboxes for Superior Electromagnetic Attenuation
Researchers have engineered N,S‑codoped hollow Cu/Cu2S/C nanoboxes (H‑Cu/Cu2S@NSC) using Cu2O templates, creating a structure that combines interior cavities, multiple heterointerfaces, and heteroatom‑doped carbon shells. The synergistic effect of the hollow architecture and Cu/Cu2S, Cu/C, and Cu2S/C interfaces dramatically improves electromagnetic...
Video Shows NASA Astronaut Struggling to Walk After Journey Around the Moon
NASA astronaut Christina Koch posted a video a week after the Artemis 2 lunar flyby showing her stumbling on a tandem walk with her eyes closed. The clip highlights the vestibular disorientation astronauts experience when returning to Earth’s gravity after prolonged...
Boric Acid‐Coordinated Electrooxidation of Glycerol to Hydroxypyruvic Acid and Coupling With Hydroxylamine Reduction to Serine
Researchers introduced a boric‑acid coordination method that selectively oxidizes glycerol on β‑Ni(OH)₂ to hydroxypyruvic acid (HPA) with 47.5% Faradaic efficiency. The protected glycerol molecule leaves one –OH group free for oxidation, improving selectivity versus conventional electro‑oxidation that over‑cleaves C‑C bonds....
Giada De Laurentiis Adores These Canned Tomatoes Above All Others
Celebrity chef Giada De Laurentiis has singled out Corbarì Pomodorino di Corbara canned tomatoes as her top choice, praising the sweet, volcanic‑soil flavor of the Italian cherry tomatoes. She notes the product’s limited grocery‑store presence and higher price point, and she...
Peggy Gou, Chris Lake, Charlotte De Witte, Gryffin, CBGB Fest Announced For Brooklyn’s Under The K Bridge Concert Series
Bowery Presents announced the 2026 concert series at Under The K Bridge Park, marking its third consecutive season at the industrial‑turned‑public venue in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. The lineup features electronic heavyweights such as Peggy Gou, Chris Lake, Charlotte de Witte, Gryffin and...
Bifunctional Molecular Bridge with Tunable Dielectric Constant for Air‐Processed Perovskite Solar Cells
Researchers introduced bifunctional molecular bridges—ethanolamine sulfate (EAS) and ethanolamine phosphate (EAP)—to simultaneously passivate defects and provide dielectric screening at the SnO2/perovskite interface of air‑processed perovskite solar cells. The dual‑function strategy regulates crystallization, reduces residual stress, and improves carrier dynamics, delivering...
How Homeowners Are Funding Renovations Amid Rising Costs and Sinking Budgets
Houzz’s 2026 Renovation Trends survey shows 54% of U.S. homeowners are still undertaking remodels, with median project costs steady around $20,000. High‑end spending is climbing, reaching $150,000 for the 90th‑percentile—a 7% jump from 2024. Homeowners are tightening budgets, lowering the...
A Bifunctional Ferroelectric Catalyst Enabling Simultaneous Photoelectrochemical Water Oxidation and Two‐Electron Oxygen Reduction
Researchers have created a bifunctional ferroelectric catalyst, Ba0.7Sr0.3TiO3 (BSTO), that can be applied to both the photoanode and cathode of a photoelectrochemical (PEC) cell. When coated on α‑Fe2O3, TiO2 or BiVO4 photoanodes, BSTO’s ferroelectric polarization adjusts band bending, markedly improving...
Defect‐Rich RuCu Multilayered Nanosheets for Effective Alkaline Hydrogen Electrocatalysis
Researchers have created defect‑rich RuCu multilayered nanosheets (RuCu MNSs) that serve as highly active, durable catalysts for alkaline hydrogen oxidation (HOR) and hydrogen evolution (HER). The RuCu MNSs/C catalyst delivers a mass activity of 4.91 A mg⁻¹ at 50 mV vs RHE, far...
Audi Sport's Used Race Car Program Is Apparently Booming These Days
Audi Sport’s Racing Legends program, launched in 2025, refurbishes and sells former competition cars to enthusiasts. The service includes full mechanical restoration, safety checks, and on‑track support for owners. Recent data from Carscoops shows demand has outstripped the workshop’s capacity,...
I Have Coeliac Disease but This European City Made Me Fall in Love with Food Again
A traveler with coeliac disease discovered that Madrid’s hospitality scene makes gluten‑free dining effortless, from the Only YOU Boutique Hotel’s on‑site Celicioso bakery to dedicated gluten‑free sections at Radisson Blu. The city boasts multiple bakeries, fully gluten‑free restaurants, and even separate churro...
My Wife Asked Me when I Last Felt Joy — Not Relief, Not Gratitude, Not the Quiet Satisfaction of Getting...
A 66‑year‑old electrician reflects on a pivotal moment when his wife asked when he last felt real joy, revealing years of emotional numbness. He describes how the realization spurred a deliberate experiment: granting himself small permissions, saying no to unnecessary...
Allo-HCT Achieves Durable Remission in Complex Multiple Myeloma Case
A recent eJHaem case report details an allogeneic hematopoietic cell transplant (allo‑HCT) that achieved durable remission in a patient with highly refractory multiple myeloma (MM) complicated by therapy‑related myelodysplastic syndrome and acute myeloid leukemia (MDS/AML). The transplant used umbilical cord...
Next-Gen Alfa Romeo Giulia, Stelvio Quadrifoglio May Stick With Ferrari-Derived V-6 Power
Alfa Romeo is developing next‑generation Giulia and Stelvio models that will be offered in both internal‑combustion and fully electric forms, reversing an earlier EV‑only plan. The high‑performance Quadrifoglio versions are expected to retain the Ferrari‑derived 2.9‑liter twin‑turbo V6, now Euro 7‑compliant,...
Controlled Triazine‐Based Covalent Functionalization of Black Phosphorus for Degradable Hybrid Materials
Researchers have introduced a scalable triazine‑based covalent functionalization method for black phosphorus (BP) nanosheets, achieving controlled P‑N surface chemistry with higher grafting density using a phase‑transfer catalyst. Optimized mechanochemical production and exfoliation generate high‑quality BP sheets, which are functionalized via...
Las Vegas' Iconic MGM Resorts On The Strip Unveiled An All-Inclusive Deal In 2026
MGM Resorts launched an all‑inclusive package for its Excalibur and Luxor hotels, covering a two‑night stay, all meals, drinks, select shows, parking and select attractions. Priced at $330, MGM claims guests save more than $400 compared with a la carte...
Paramount in Canada and Blue Ant’s Media Pulse Expand Partnership
Paramount Canada has expanded its relationship with Blue Ant’s Media Pulse, appointing the firm as the exclusive direct sales and programmatic partner for both Paramount+ and Pluto TV inventory. The agreement gives Canadian advertisers streamlined access to premium CTV ad...
Digital Art Pioneer Nancy Burson Collapses the Border Between Mysticism and Quantum Physics
Nancy Burson’s solo show "Light Matter" at Heft Gallery showcases her new "Quantum Entanglement" paintings, which reveal jittering static and hidden color when viewed through a phone camera. The works embody her lifelong quest to visualize the universe’s energy grid,...
A Robust Senescence Response Helps Wounds Heal
Scientists compared wound healing in young (2‑month) and old (24‑month) mice and found that a rapid, temporary surge of senescent cells in the young animals accelerates closure. The younger mice displayed sharp up‑regulation of senescence markers p16, p21 and SA‑β‑gal,...
LABJ Insider: Shareholders Hand Ellison Another Win
Larry Ellison's son, David Ellison, secured board approval for Warner Bros. Discovery's $110 billion merger with Paramount Skydance, moving the deal toward a year‑end close. The transaction will place CNN under Ellison's expanding media empire, while Netflix's competing bid fell through,...
Madonna and Sabrina Carpenter to Release “Bring Your Love” This Week Following Coachella Debut
Madonna and pop star Sabrina Carpenter are releasing their duet "Bring Your Love" on April 30, following a surprise live debut at Coachella. The track is part of Madonna’s rollout for her first album in seven years, Confessions II, slated for July 3....
Puratos Makes Progress on Cultured Cocoa Product
Puratos announced it will commercialize the world’s first chocolate ingredient made with cultured cocoa, targeting U.S. professional customers by the end of 2026. The product is being co‑developed with California Cultured through Puratos’ food‑tech arm Sparkalis, leveraging early‑stage investment in...
Why a Former Dior Designer Got Into Pottery
Former Dior Homme chief Kris Van Assche left Berluti in 2021 and has since pivoted from runway design to luxury homeware and art. He launched two high‑end ceramic vase collections, Joséphine and Rosamar, with French brand Serax, and began producing...
Best Squat Depth for Muscle Growth: Here’s How to Add Greater Size to Your Legs
Recent analysis of squat biomechanics confirms that the deepest position you can control delivers the greatest hypertrophic stimulus. Depth beyond parallel adds significant glute and adductor activation, while quadriceps growth peaks at roughly 90‑100° of knee flexion and shows diminishing...
Artemis II Was a Rousing Success, So What's Next for NASA?
Artemis II’s six‑hour launch attracted 18 million viewers, marking NASA’s first crewed Moon‑orbit flight in five decades. In early 2026 the agency reshuffled its schedule to accelerate launches, positioning Artemis III as an orbital lander‑test mission for 2027 and pushing the crewed Moon...
BRING ME THE HORIZON Kick Off This North American Leg Of Tour With Another 9 North American Dates This Fall
British metalcore outfit Bring Me The Horizon announced a nine‑date North American leg that launches in Toronto on April 28, 2026 and runs through May 16 before returning for a fall swing. The spring segment includes eight arena shows across Canada and...
Exclusive Interview – Eddie Marsan on Finding Humanity in Epic Pictures’ No Ordinary Heist
Eddie Marsan sits down with Flickering Myth to discuss his lead role in Epic Pictures’ new thriller No Ordinary Heist, a dramatization of the 2004 Northern Bank robbery. He emphasizes that the film is less about the scale of the crime and more about the...
Violet Light Filtering IOL Shows Tolerance to Induced Astigmatism
Johnson & Johnson’s Tecnis Odyssey violet‑light‑filtering intraocular lens demonstrated strong tolerance to induced astigmatism in a prospective study of 30 cataract patients. More than 96 % of participants achieved spectacle independence, and over 90 % reached 20/40 vision or better with up...
Vote for the 10th Spot in the 2026 XXL Freshman Class
XXL Magazine has opened fan voting for the 10th spot in its 2026 Freshman Class, running from April 27 through May 3. Voters can cast one vote per hour, giving emerging rappers a chance to join the coveted lineup before the official...
Erin Stern’s Inner Thigh Workout: 3 Best Exercises to Build Strong, Sculpted Legs Without Machines
Two-time Olympia Figure champion Erin Stern unveiled a three‑exercise inner‑thigh routine that requires no machines. The program centers on deep sumo squats, weighted lateral lunges, and bench adductor lifts, each targeting the adductor group for muscle growth. Stern emphasizes proper...
This Year, Copenhagen’s Best Dining Experience Is Inside an Amusement Park
Tivoli Gardens’ Japanese Pagoda has evolved into a premier pop‑up dining venue, featuring seven international restaurants from April to December 2026. The program showcases Michelin‑starred chefs from Paris, Switzerland, Berlin and Sweden, who craft seasonal menus using high‑quality Danish ingredients....
Coral Reefs on a Remote Archipelago Shrugged Off a Massive Heatwave
In early 2025 a severe marine heatwave devastated reefs worldwide, yet the Houtman Abrolhos archipelago off Western Australia remained largely unaffected despite enduring 22 °C‑weeks of heat stress. Researchers from the University of Western Australia documented near‑100 % survival at 16 °C‑weeks and...
New Study Links Fashion Satisfaction to Mental Well-Being and Social Confidence in Middle-Aged Women
A new study published in the Journal of Macromarketing finds that middle‑aged women who are satisfied with their clothing options report higher overall mental well‑being. Survey data from 252 UK women aged 38‑67 shows fashion satisfaction explains about 19% of...
Full Album Stream: Steve Austin – “Marked Cards and Loaded Dice”
Steve Austin, frontman of Today Is the Day, has issued his first solo outlaw‑country album, "Marked Cards and Loaded Dice," on May 1 via his Supernova Records imprint. The 11‑track record draws on Appalachian roots, featuring vintage instrumentation and guest performances...
‘Subtle but Powerful Form of Self-Validation’: How to Start Journaling
Journaling, a practice dating back 4,500 years, is gaining renewed attention as a low‑cost tool for self‑validation and emotional processing. Experts such as therapist Melissa Nunes‑Harwitt and psychologist James Pennebaker highlight its ability to clarify thoughts, reframe experiences, and reduce...