Louise Erdrich on Novels of Parentless Children
Louise Erdrich, fresh from releasing her story collection *Python’s Kiss*, spotlighted three recent novels that probe the inner lives of children who grow up without parents. She discussed Tayari Jones’s *Kin*, Elizabeth Bowen’s *The Death of the Heart*, and W.G. Sebald’s *Austerlitz*, noting how each work frames loss, identity and memory. Erdrich framed the theme as a barometer for societal anxiety, suggesting that these stories reveal what happens to children when familial anchors disappear. The interview underscores a growing literary focus on parentless protagonists as a lens on contemporary instability.
Why Men Avoid Therapy and What Needs Are at Stake
The article explains that many men shun therapy because it threatens core psychological needs such as autonomy, dignity, competence, belonging, safety and meaning, rather than merely stigma. Traditional masculine socialization reinforces self‑reliance, making help‑seeking feel like a loss of control....
Bactery Named to Fast Company’s List of Most Innovative Companies of 2026
Bactery, a UK‑based spin‑out, was named to Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies of 2026 for its soil‑powered microbial fuel cell that replaces disposable batteries in precision‑ag sensors. A single unit harvests electrons from bacteria breaking down organic matter, delivering the...
14 Nutritious Alternatives To Easter Basket Candy
Parents are swapping traditional Easter candy for healthier alternatives, spotlighting 14 snack options ranging from fresh fruit to probiotic yogurts. The list emphasizes low‑sugar, whole‑grain, and nutrient‑dense products that fit into festive baskets without sacrificing taste. Brands such as Angie's...
Pro Snowboarder Forgets Ice Axe, Uses Drone as a Clever Solution
Professional snowboarder Xavier De Le Rue discovered he had left his ice axe 500 meters up a backcountry climb and solved the problem by having his film crew attach the tool to a drone and fly it to him. The stunt illustrates how drones...
Shein Claims Consumer Data Shows Circular Habits
Shein released its 2025 Global Circularity Study, a survey of shoppers across the Americas, Asia‑Pacific, Europe, the Middle East and Africa. The research finds that consumers of Shein apparel frequently reuse garments, repair them, and pass them on to others,...
Louis Vuitton Names Second Edition Watch Prize Winner
French fashion house Louis Vuitton has revealed the winner of its second annual Watch Prize, a competition designed to spotlight emerging talent in independent horology. The award, presented during a high‑profile event, recognizes a boutique watchmaker whose innovative design aligns...
A Community-Sized Seder Plate
Harvard Hillel unveiled a nine‑foot Seder plate sculpture in Science Center Plaza, created by local artist Michael Mittelman. The piece replaces the traditional six food slots with custom images drawn from interviews with students, faculty and alumni, reflecting a spectrum...
Luke Cederman Has a Solution for Surfers Who Drop In
New Zealand surf comedian Luke Cederman unveiled the "Surf Solo 2.0," an air‑horn device designed to signal wave ownership and curb drop‑ins at crowded breaks. The gadget repurposes automotive‑grade technology to emit a short, audible cue, replacing profanity with a...
Mexico Bets on Supercomputer to Combat Extreme Weather Events
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum announced a plan to build a public supercomputer dedicated to climate modeling, aiming to improve forecasts and early warnings for extreme weather. The initiative will partner with Barcelona’s Supercomputing Center to standardize Mexico’s weather data, leveraging...
Seven Strengths for an Uncertain World
The article outlines seven developable inner strengths—compassion, flexibility, purpose, gratitude, mindfulness, empowerment, and calm—that help individuals thrive amid uncertainty. It argues that these qualities are not innate traits but neuroplastic skills that can be cultivated through daily practice. The author...
Bruce Springsteen to Perform at No Kings Rally in St. Paul
Bruce Springsteen announced he will perform at the No Kings rally in St. Paul on March 28, joining a nationwide protest against authoritarianism. He will debut his protest anthem “Streets of Minneapolis,” which condemns ICE’s violent actions in Minnesota. The...
Surprisingly Simple, Sustainable Lithium Extraction
Researchers at Princeton unveiled two low‑impact lithium extraction techniques that could dramatically accelerate supply growth. The porous‑string method uses capillary‑wicking cotton fibers to concentrate lithium chloride up to 6% in a process up to twenty times faster than conventional evaporation,...
GlycoNet – Sugar-Based Vaccine Against Bacterial Diarrhea Shows Promise in Phase 1 Trial
Researchers at the University of Guelph announced that their sugar‑based vaccine candidate against Campylobacter jejuni demonstrated safety and immunogenicity in a small Phase 1 human trial. Participants experienced only mild side effects, and the formulation generated measurable antibody responses even at...
The 2026 Women’s Health Travel Awards
Women’s Health unveiled its 2026 Travel Awards, highlighting a curated list of cruise lines, resorts, and boutique hotels that excel in wellness experiences. Winners range from luxury cruise operators like Seabourn and Virgin Voyages, which blend fitness classes, spa services,...
New Mediterranean Focus For Explora Journeys This Winter
Explora Journeys announced that its ultra‑luxury vessel EXPLORA II will operate exclusively in the Western Mediterranean from November 2026 through March 2027, replacing a planned Middle East deployment. The winter itinerary features ports such as Funchal, Casablanca, Ibiza’s Old Town, Barcelona...
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These Are the 8 Supportive Sneakers Podiatrists Recommend for Foot Pain—Including Hoka, Brooks, Asics, and More
Podiatrists Dr. Bobby Pourziaee and Dr. Elizabeth Bass Daughtry recommend eight sneakers that address common foot‑pain conditions such as plantar fasciitis, overpronation, and heel strain. The list includes Hoka Bondi 9 and Clifton 10 for cushioning, Brooks Adrenaline GTS 25 and Asics Gel‑Kayano 32 for...
Low-Light Difficulties Based on Severity of Visual Field Loss
A recent Australian study uncovered a two‑phase relationship between integrated visual‑field loss and low‑light difficulties in glaucoma patients. Below an IVF total‑deviation of –6.3 dB (or sensitivity‑based IVF of 21.7 dB), LLQ scores drop sharply, indicating functional impairment. Inferior field defects were...
Your Consciousness Shifts to a Parallel Universe When You Die, Bold Theory Suggests
A bold hypothesis called quantum immortality suggests consciousness persists by jumping to parallel universes after death. The idea derives from the many‑worlds interpretation of quantum mechanics, which posits that each quantum observation creates branching universes. Critics such as Dartmouth philosopher...
Long-Term Neuropathy Common in Breast Cancer After Chemotherapy
New research of 1,493 breast‑cancer survivors aged 65 and older shows that more than 60 % of those who received chemotherapy report moderate to severe neuropathy five years after treatment, compared with 36 % of non‑chemo patients. The risk is driven largely...
Sewer Line Workers Stumble on Viking Ship Timber
Work on a sewer line southeast of Amsterdam was halted after crews uncovered a timber slab over 10 feet long, likely belonging to a Viking‑era ship from the 9th century. The find could become Wijk bij Duurstede’s first archaeological ship‑timber discovery, linking...
Track Premiere: American Sharks – “Bang Yer Head” (Ft. Balsac of Gwar)
American Sharks have unveiled their new single “Bang Yer Head,” a two‑minute punk‑rock burst that features a guest solo from GWAR guitarist Balsac. The track is the lead‑off from their forthcoming third album, Not Dead Yet, slated for an April 17...
Hololive Vtuber Calliope Perform at Apple 50th Anniversary in Japan
Hololive’s virtual idol Calliope Mori will perform at Apple’s 50th‑anniversary event in Tokyo’s Omotesando store on March 27, 2026, 7 p.m. JST. The show sold out instantly, reflecting strong demand for VTuber‑driven experiences. Mori will likely showcase tracks from her February‑2026...
Oscar-Winner Troy Kotsur’s Violent Horror Movie Hits Paramount+ Today
Paramount+ launched the creature‑feature Primate today, ending its two‑month theatrical run after the film earned over $41 million worldwide on a $21‑24 million budget. The horror title stars Oscar winner Troy Kotsur, whose involvement adds prestige to the R‑rated thriller. Directed by...
Monitor Your Blood Pressure With This Key Apple Watch Feature
Apple Watch cannot measure blood pressure directly, but it can sync with Bluetooth‑enabled cuffs through the Health app, letting users log readings on their wrist. Three popular monitors—Omron Evolv ($75), Withings ($130) and iHealth Feel ($50)—offer clinical‑grade data that automatically...
Mookie Betts Teams With Dita on Active-Skewed Eyewear
Los Angeles Dodgers star Mookie Betts has partnered with luxury eyewear maker Dita to launch the Mookie Betts × Dita‑Lancier collection, featuring two new sunglass models designed for athletic performance and style. The LSA‑448 Shield and LSA‑449 Navigator incorporate lightweight nylon frames,...
Video: I Turkey Hunt Out of a Van for 3 Months Every Spring. Welcome to the Turkey Van Tour
Outdoor Life’s creator launched the sixth Turkey Van Tour, a three‑month, van‑based turkey‑hunting series that travels across the United States. He kicked off the season in Mississippi, using a non‑resident public‑land tag to hunt on expansive state lands. The series...
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NASA’s GRACE twin‑satellite mission, operating from 2002 to 2017, produced a high‑resolution gravity map of Earth that reveals subtle variations in the planet’s pull. The visualization shows a relatively weak gravity zone off India’s coast and a stronger field over...
When Being Good at Everything Is Draining You
Tiffany Moon describes the "competence trap," where high‑performing individuals accumulate ever‑greater responsibilities because others rely on their reliability. This hidden overload fuels chronic burnout despite outward success. She links the trap to identity, noting that many equate self‑worth with constant...
Silent Waves Launches Zephyr, a Traveling Wave Parametric Amplifier for Scaling Quantum Architectures
Silent Waves introduced Zephyr, a traveling‑wave parametric amplifier that integrates the microwave pump coupler onto the chip, eliminating bulky external directional couplers in dilution refrigerators. The design targets the spatial constraints of scaling quantum processors, enabling higher multiplexing—potentially up to...
Nike SB Reworks the Classic ‘Triple-Black’ Air Force 1 Low as a Suede Skateboarding Shoe
Nike SB has reimagined the iconic Air Force 1 Low in a Triple‑Black colorway, swapping the traditional leather for a durable suede upper and adding skate‑specific construction details. The shoe features a thinner, lighter midsole, a fatter tongue and collar modeled...
North Rim To Open For 2026 Season On May 15
Grand Canyon National Park’s North Rim will reopen on May 15, 2026, launching the summer season. All paved roads—including Highway 67, Cape Royal, and Point Imperial—will be back in service, though vehicles longer than 22 feet are barred on the latter two. The North...
‘Someone Asked if My Book Was Influenced by Dhurandhar’: Author Sarnath Banerjee
Indian graphic novelist Sarnath Banerjee’s latest work, Absolute Jafar, is a romance that follows Indian protagonist Brighu and Pakistani Mahrukh across Delhi, Chicago, Karachi and Berlin. The book, published by HarperCollins India, delves into themes of border trauma, cultural hybridity,...
Why Aerobic Exercise, Not Just Strength Training, Matters on GLP-1 Drugs
A secondary analysis of a Danish year‑long trial examined 193 adults on the GLP‑1 agonist liraglutide with or without a structured aerobic exercise program. Participants first lost an average of 29 pounds on a very‑low‑calorie diet, then were assigned to four...
Audemars Piguet Brings AP House Concept to Miami Beach
Swiss watchmaker Audemars Piguet has opened AP House Miami, a 7,300‑sq‑ft experiential retail space on Miami Beach. Designed with Miami‑based Studio DADO, the venue blends natural materials and bluish tones to echo the brand’s Le Brassus headquarters. The concept features lounges, a mini museum of...
12 Best Faux Fiddle Leaf Fig Trees to Spruce Up Your Space
Faux fiddle‑leaf fig trees have surged in popularity as realistic, low‑maintenance décor alternatives to their temperamental live counterparts. Modern artificial versions look so lifelike that only touch reveals their true nature, and they cost roughly the same as a real...
Medicare To Pay Docs To Reduce Falls By Seniors While WH Curbs Other Efforts
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services announced the Long‑term Enhanced ACO Design (LEAD) program, which will begin in January 2027 and pay participating physicians incentives to prevent falls among frail seniors and disabled adults. LEAD uses fixed episode payments...
7-Lb Folding Fabric Kayak Packs Down to the Size of a Two-Person Tent
The Pontos 2.0 is a folding kayak that collapses to the footprint of a two‑person tent, weighing just seven pounds. Its carbon‑fiber frame and heavy‑duty TPU‑nylon skin can be assembled in five to seven minutes without tools. The redesign adds reinforced...
How to Make Change Feel Normal — Instead of Threatening — to Your Team
Leaders often turn to motivational speakers to spark enthusiasm during organizational change, but research shows inspiration alone is insufficient. Gartner finds only 32 % of leaders achieve healthy change adoption, while routinizing change is three times more effective. Embedding micro‑changes into...
Atom Computing and Cisco Establish Collaboration for Distributed Quantum Architectures
Atom Computing and Cisco have signed an MOU to explore integrating neutral‑atom quantum processors into distributed quantum architectures. The partnership will combine Cisco’s quantum networking protocols and a network‑aware compiler with Atom’s 1,000‑qubit neutral‑atom platform, aiming to create a fault‑tolerant,...
How to Watch BTS Perform on ‘The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon’ Online Free
BTS is returning to NBC’s The Tonight Show for a two‑night stint on March 25‑26, coinciding with the launch of their new album ARIRANG. The group will interview Jimmy Fallon and perform two songs, with the first segment airing live...
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IT Director Andy Muschietti Provides An Update On The Long-Rumored IT Supercut [Exclusive]
Andy Muschietti confirmed that the long‑rumored “It” supercut—merging the 2017 and 2019 films into a six‑hour experience—is still planned, but its timeline is delayed by scheduling conflicts with HBO’s “It: Welcome to Derry” season two and the need for new...
California’s Largest Ski Resort Will Close a Full Month Early
California’s Palisades Tahoe, the state’s largest ski resort, announced it will close by late April instead of the planned Memorial Day. The decision follows a snowpack that is only about 30% of its historical average for the end of March,...
Listen: Mikaela Davis Releases Third Single “Starlite Tonite” Off Her Forthcoming LP ‘Graceland Way’
American singer‑songwriter Mikaela Davis has released the third single, “Starlite Tonite,” from her upcoming album Graceland Way, slated for an April 24, 2024 release. The track showcases her growing partnership with co‑writer John Lee Shannon and blends folk‑rock intimacy with...
Triton: Neptune’s Largest Moon
Voyager 2’s 1989 flyby captured the closest-ever images of Triton, Neptune’s largest moon, passing within roughly 25,000 miles (40 km). The high‑resolution shot shows dozens of dark plumes up to 100 miles (160 km) long erupting from several‑mile‑wide vents, while a wider view taken from...
REVIEW: Arc’teryx Sylan 2 Trail Shoes
Arc'teryx introduced the Sylan 2 trail shoe, a hybrid of the original Sylan and the Sylan Pro, weighing 9.5 oz for men and 8.0 oz for women and priced at $240. The shoe features an engineered jacquard knit upper, a dual‑density midsole with a...
New Drug Candidates Debut in Atlanta
At the ACS Spring 2026 meeting in Atlanta, the Medicinal Chemistry division unveiled six new drug candidates transitioning from discovery to clinical testing. The molecules, presented by researchers from Biohaven, Bristol Myers Squibb, Regor Therapeutics, Olema Oncology, FoRx Therapeutics, and Iambic Therapeutics,...
Terran Orbital Introduces New Star Tracker Product Line at SATSHOW 2026
Terran Orbital, a Lockheed Martin company, unveiled a new star tracker product line—M10, H6, and F4—at SATSHOW 2026. The three models are engineered to balance cost, mass, and performance while leveraging the firm’s extensive flight heritage. Each unit features robust...
Korn’s “Freak on a Leash” Goes TikTok Viral Thanks to Zara Larsson Dance Craze
Korn’s 28‑year‑old single “Freak on a Leash” has exploded on TikTok after users discovered it syncs perfectly with the choreography from Zara Larsson’s 2015 hit “Lush Life.” The dance originated when 16‑year‑old Julia Coster jumped onstage in the Netherlands and performed...
The Quonset Hut: A Sustainable and Resilient Home
Steel Hut, a startup founded by Marie and Kurtis Saldivar, is commercializing prefabricated Quonset‑hut homes that combine an arch‑based steel shell with recycled, low‑impact materials. Their first professional build, a 1,200‑sq‑ft guest house in Sisters, Oregon, cost about $275 per square...