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A Place to Bury Strangers Discuss Their Resurrected Songs
NewsApr 20, 2026

A Place to Bury Strangers Discuss Their Resurrected Songs

Oliver Ackerman’s noise‑rock project A Place to Bury Strangers has issued a new rarities compilation titled *Rare and Deadly*, covering unreleased material from 2015‑2025. The 25‑track set arrives on his Dedstrange label and is offered on CD, cassette, vinyl, and digital formats. Ackerman, also...

By PopMatters (Music)
Every Rider Needs These 6 Long-Distance Cycling Tips
NewsApr 20, 2026

Every Rider Needs These 6 Long-Distance Cycling Tips

Veteran cyclist Alex Stieda shares six practical tips for conquering long‑distance rides, emphasizing cadence, nutrition, pacing, wind strategy, preparedness, and on‑bike comfort. He advises cyclists to maintain a 90 rpm cadence, hydrate hourly, eat every 15 minutes, and break rides into...

By Bicycling
Why Is Tori Amos Thanking Rival Courtney Love?
NewsApr 20, 2026

Why Is Tori Amos Thanking Rival Courtney Love?

Tori Amos’ upcoming 2026 album In Times of Dragons opens with the six‑minute track “Shush,” a blunt critique of patriarchy that directly thanks Courtney Love. The song weaves references to Donald Trump, Peter Thiel and Elon Musk, echoing Amos’ recent turn toward political commentary....

By PopMatters (Music)
Everything a Great All-Terrain E-Bike Should Have
NewsApr 20, 2026

Everything a Great All-Terrain E-Bike Should Have

The Aventon Aventure 3 is a fat‑tire e‑bike built for true off‑road adventures, featuring 80 mm front fork and seatpost suspension, 4‑inch wide tires, and a 750 W hub‑drive motor that can travel up to 65 miles on a single charge. Its geometry...

By Bicycling
Young Africans Will Inherit a Climate Crisis: How Kids in Sierra Leone Are Getting Ready
NewsApr 20, 2026

Young Africans Will Inherit a Climate Crisis: How Kids in Sierra Leone Are Getting Ready

Researchers and youth leaders in Bo, Sierra Leone, launched a Youth Climate Science Hub to equip secondary‑school students (ages 10‑19) with climate adaptation knowledge and leadership skills. The low‑cost, school‑based program reached about 100 students—over half girls—through two phases of...

By The Conversation – Business + Economy (US)
Don Felder’s Curious Pre-Fame Connection
NewsApr 20, 2026

Don Felder’s Curious Pre-Fame Connection

Don Felder, a Gainesville‑born guitarist who later helped shape the Eagles' sound, spent his teenage years embedded in Northeastern Florida’s vibrant rock community. While teaching at Lipham Music, he crossed paths with future legends such as Tom Petty, Duane Allman, Stephen Stills, Bernie Leadon...

By PopMatters (Music)
Perfect Waves, No Crowd, No Problem — Miguel Blanco's 'Orienta' Is the Antidote to Modern Surfing
NewsApr 20, 2026

Perfect Waves, No Crowd, No Problem — Miguel Blanco's 'Orienta' Is the Antidote to Modern Surfing

Miguel Blanco’s new surf film *Orienta* documents a 12‑day solo expedition along Africa’s remote beach‑breaks, where he rides a 5’8″ twin‑fin eco board in uncrowded, crystal‑blue waves. The project blends a fictional storyline with real‑time footage of dusty dunes, local...

By Surfer
Nigerian Wins Global Prize for Trying to Save Bats in a Country that Shuns Them
NewsApr 20, 2026

Nigerian Wins Global Prize for Trying to Save Bats in a Country that Shuns Them

Ecologist Iroro Tanshi, a post‑doctoral researcher at the University of Washington, received the Goldman Environmental Prize for her work protecting the endangered short‑tailed roundleaf bat in Nigeria’s Afi Mountain Wildlife Sanctuary. After witnessing a three‑week wildfire that threatened the bats,...

By BBC News – Science & Environment
The Living Places Concept Can Transform the UK
NewsApr 20, 2026

The Living Places Concept Can Transform the UK

VELUX has introduced its Living Places concept in Sunderland, creating 40‑50 mixed‑tenure homes on a reclaimed brownfield site that forms part of a larger 1,000‑home development. The project unites Sunderland City Council, developer Igloo Regeneration, MawsonKerr Architects and the Housing...

By New Statesman — Ideas
Enabling High Speed Swept-Source OCT with Advanced Data Acquisition
NewsApr 20, 2026

Enabling High Speed Swept-Source OCT with Advanced Data Acquisition

Swept‑source optical coherence tomography (SS‑OCT) is reshaping medical imaging with faster scan rates, deeper tissue penetration, and superior phase stability. The performance of SS‑OCT hinges on the digitizer, which must capture GHz‑level interferometric fringes with multi‑GS/s sampling, wide bandwidth, and...

By Microwave Journal
BTS at MetLife Stadium: How to Get Tickets for Sold-Out New York Shows
NewsApr 20, 2026

BTS at MetLife Stadium: How to Get Tickets for Sold-Out New York Shows

BTS’s ARIRANG World Tour will hit MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford on August 1‑2, 2026, the largest U.S. venue on the leg with over 82,000 seats. Both dates sold out instantly during the January presale, driving a hot secondary market. Resale listings...

By Consequence
LifeStraw Escape Water Purifier :: Field Tested
NewsApr 20, 2026

LifeStraw Escape Water Purifier :: Field Tested

LifeStraw introduced the Escape, a 20‑liter, hand‑pump water purifier that operates without electricity. It combines a pre‑filter, a 0.02‑micron ultrafiltration membrane and an activated‑carbon/ion‑exchange stage, removing up to 99.999999% of pathogens and reducing chemicals. The unit holds 18,000 L of filtered...

By Expedition Portal
How Resilient Fungus Might Survive Mars and Space
NewsApr 20, 2026

How Resilient Fungus Might Survive Mars and Space

A study published in Applied and Environmental Microbiology shows that spores of the fungus Aspergillus calidoustus, isolated from NASA cleanrooms, survived laboratory simulations of the full Mars mission profile—including launch, space travel, and Martian surface exposure. The conidia withstood low...

By Phys.org - Space News
Latvia To Join Artemis Accords Today
NewsApr 20, 2026

Latvia To Join Artemis Accords Today

Latvia signed the Artemis Accords at NASA headquarters, becoming the 62nd nation to join the non‑binding framework for lunar cooperation. The signing fulfills a pledge made in October and brings all three Baltic states—Estonia, Lithuania and Latvia—under the agreement. The...

By Payload
Why You Should Add Eggs to Your Protein Rotation
NewsApr 20, 2026

Why You Should Add Eggs to Your Protein Rotation

Eggs remain a versatile, nutrient‑dense protein source, offering high‑quality amino acids, leucine for muscle synthesis, and essential micronutrients like choline, vitamin A, and selenium. A typical egg provides about 12.6 g of protein per 100 g, though other animal proteins often deliver more...

By GQ
In the Wake of Artemis 2, America Needs to Consider the ‘Why’ of Its Government Space Program
NewsApr 20, 2026

In the Wake of Artemis 2, America Needs to Consider the ‘Why’ of Its Government Space Program

The Artemis 2 mission, backed by the $10.08 billion One Big Beautiful Bill Act, reignited debate over the value of government‑funded space programs. While SpaceX dominates low‑Earth‑orbit launches, the article argues that commercial firms still depend on government‑led missions to de‑risk cislunar...

By SpaceNews
Scavolini’s Flair Collection Rounds Out the Contemporary Interior
NewsApr 20, 2026

Scavolini’s Flair Collection Rounds Out the Contemporary Interior

Scavolini is unveiling its new Flair collection at EuroCucina, marking a pivot from the recent industrial‑leaning kitchen trends toward softer, human‑centric interiors. The line features fluid, rounded modules that can be arranged as islands, peninsulas or linear layouts, and it...

By Azure Magazine
A24’s ‘Elden Ring’ Film Adaptation From Alex Garland Will Go IMAX-Big in 2028
NewsApr 20, 2026

A24’s ‘Elden Ring’ Film Adaptation From Alex Garland Will Go IMAX-Big in 2028

A24 announced that Alex Garland will direct a live‑action adaptation of the hit video game “Elden Ring,” slated for a March 3, 2028 theatrical release. The film will be shot in IMAX and features an ensemble cast that includes Kit Connor, Ben Whishaw,...

By IndieWire
Victoria Beckham and Gap Reveal First Drop of Multi-Season Collaboration
NewsApr 20, 2026

Victoria Beckham and Gap Reveal First Drop of Multi-Season Collaboration

Victoria Beckham and Gap have launched the first drop of a multi‑season collaboration, a 38‑piece Spring 2026 capsule that goes live on April 24. The collection blends Beckham’s refined silhouettes with Gap’s classic basics, covering denim, jackets, tees and more,...

By Fashionista
‘Gucci Memoria’ at Fuorisalone Sees Demna Reimagine the House’s 105-Year History as a Series of Tapestries
NewsApr 20, 2026

‘Gucci Memoria’ at Fuorisalone Sees Demna Reimagine the House’s 105-Year History as a Series of Tapestries

Gucci’s new “Gucci Memoria” installation debuted at Milan’s Fuorisalone 2026, featuring 12 large tapestries that chronicle the brand’s 105‑year history from founder Guccio Gucci’s early days to modern creative directors. Designed by creative director Demna Gvasalia, the tapestries echo Renaissance...

By Wallpaper*
A Vaccine for Lyme Disease Could Be on the Horizon
NewsApr 20, 2026

A Vaccine for Lyme Disease Could Be on the Horizon

Pfizer and Valneva reported that their Lyme disease vaccine candidate LB6V reduced cases by about 70% in a Phase 3 trial. The four‑dose regimen targets the OspA protein, preventing bacterial transmission from ticks to humans. If regulators approve it, the...

By Science News
The Gap X Victoria Beckham Collaboration No One Predicted—But Everyone Will Want
NewsApr 20, 2026

The Gap X Victoria Beckham Collaboration No One Predicted—But Everyone Will Want

Victoria Beckham is teaming with Gap for a multi‑season partnership that debuts a 38‑piece collection on April 24. The line is priced between £25 and £250, roughly $32‑$320, and reimagines Gap’s staple items—denim jackets, tees, khakis—with the designer’s refined aesthetic....

By Marie Claire (UK) – Fashion
BINA.’s ‘Zombies’ Explores The Perils Of Capitalism
NewsApr 20, 2026

BINA.’s ‘Zombies’ Explores The Perils Of Capitalism

South London artist BINA. has dropped her new single “Zombies,” pairing her expressive R&B vocal style with a grunge‑infused backdrop crafted by producer Jonathan Quarmby. The track’s lyrics lament the hollow, repetitive nature of late‑stage capitalism, echoing the artist’s broader...

By Clash Music
What To Do If You Aren’t Getting Results After A Workout
NewsApr 20, 2026

What To Do If You Aren’t Getting Results After A Workout

Many exercisers hit a plateau despite consistent effort, often because their training lacks structure, progressive overload, proper nutrition, recovery, or technique. The article provides a systematic checklist—reprogramming workouts, ensuring progressive overload, optimizing diet and hydration, prioritizing sleep, refining form, balancing...

By Healthcare Guys
ZAYN – KONNAKOL
NewsApr 20, 2026

ZAYN – KONNAKOL

Zayn Malik returns with his 2026 album KONNAKOL, reuniting with longtime producer Malay. The record blends alt‑R&B, trip‑hop, and rock influences while drawing on his Pakistani heritage and recent fatherhood. Critics note it as his strongest solo effort since his debut,...

By Clash Music
From ‘The Jacksons: An American Dream’ to ‘Michael’: Evolution Of MJ’s Cinematic Power
NewsApr 20, 2026

From ‘The Jacksons: An American Dream’ to ‘Michael’: Evolution Of MJ’s Cinematic Power

The 1992 ABC miniseries *The Jacksons: An American Dream* set a benchmark for music biopics, earning an Emmy for choreography and featuring 38 songs that mixed original recordings with cast performances. Decades later, Antoine Fuqua’s *Michael*—starring Jaafar Jackson—revives the story...

By The Source
Jaafar Jackson Steps Into Legacy Role as Epic ‘Michael’ Biopic Approaches Release
NewsApr 20, 2026

Jaafar Jackson Steps Into Legacy Role as Epic ‘Michael’ Biopic Approaches Release

Jaafar Jackson, son of Jermaine Jackson, has been cast to portray his late uncle Michael Jackson in the upcoming biopic *Michael*, slated for theatrical and IMAX release on April 24, 2026. The film, directed by Antoine Fuqua and written by...

By The Source
Researchers Are Using Ultrasound to Trigger Smell Directly in the Brain for VR
NewsApr 20, 2026

Researchers Are Using Ultrasound to Trigger Smell Directly in the Brain for VR

A team of researchers has built a prototype that uses focused low‑frequency ultrasound to stimulate the brain's olfactory bulb, creating the perception of smell without any airborne chemicals. By positioning a transducer on the forehead and targeting the bulb with...

By TechSpot
Akademiks Claims ‘ICEMAN’ Rollout Will Redefine How Albums Are Released
NewsApr 20, 2026

Akademiks Claims ‘ICEMAN’ Rollout Will Redefine How Albums Are Released

Drake’s forthcoming album ICEMAN is generating buzz as a potential blueprint for album rollouts in the streaming era. Media personality DJ Akademiks highlighted Drake’s recent Instagram story confirming the album’s delivery and suggested the release could redefine how major projects...

By The Source
Today In Hip Hop History: ‘Who’s The Man’ Movie Soundtrack Released 33 Years Ago
NewsApr 20, 2026

Today In Hip Hop History: ‘Who’s The Man’ Movie Soundtrack Released 33 Years Ago

On April 20, 1993, Uptown/MCA released the *Who’s the Man?* movie soundtrack, assembling a roster of East Coast hip‑hop heavyweights. The album featured the debut appearance of The Notorious B.I.G. with “Party and Bullsh*t” and contributions from House of Pain,...

By The Source
New Artemis II Astronaut iPhone Video Reveals New Earthset View
NewsApr 20, 2026

New Artemis II Astronaut iPhone Video Reveals New Earthset View

Commander Reid Wiseman posted an uncut, 8×‑zoom Earthset video captured on an iPhone 17 Pro during Artemis II’s lunar flyby. The four‑person crew completed a historic hour‑long flyby, setting a new distance record—4,111 miles farther than Apollo 13—and observed a solar eclipse from...

By Popular Science
Decoding Resistance to Targeted Therapy via New Cancer Models
NewsApr 20, 2026

Decoding Resistance to Targeted Therapy via New Cancer Models

ATCC and the Broad Institute have created a panel of isogenic non‑small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) cell lines that model resistance to osimertinib, the newest EGFR inhibitor. Using CRISPR editing and gene‑overexpression, the team introduced six clinically observed resistance mechanisms,...

By GEN (Genetic Engineering & Biotechnology News)
Pheast Therapeutics Reports Early P-Ia Data for PHST001 at AACR 2026
NewsApr 20, 2026

Pheast Therapeutics Reports Early P-Ia Data for PHST001 at AACR 2026

Pheast Therapeutics presented initial Phase Ia data for its anti‑CD24 macrophage checkpoint inhibitor PHST001 at the AACR 2026 meeting. The study showed clear target engagement, activation of innate immunity and a favorable safety profile across dose‑escalation cohorts. Early clinical signals...

By PharmaShots
The Kissinger Tapes
NewsApr 20, 2026

The Kissinger Tapes

The National Security Archive forced Henry Kissinger to surrender thousands of transcribed phone calls from his tenure under Nixon and Ford, making the documents publicly available. The tapes expose his sharp wit, relentless work ethic, and a pattern of manipulation, deception,...

By OUPblog (Oxford University Press)
Tested: 2026 Acura Integra Focuses on the Details
NewsApr 20, 2026

Tested: 2026 Acura Integra Focuses on the Details

Acura’s 2026 Integra marks the model’s 40th anniversary while adding tangible value to justify its $40,495 starting price. The A‑Spec trim now offers a six‑speed manual, a 9‑inch infotainment screen, and a color‑matched grille with new 18‑inch wheels. Power remains...

By Car and Driver
Allurion Treats First Commercial Patients in the United States, Marking Major Milestone
NewsApr 20, 2026

Allurion Treats First Commercial Patients in the United States, Marking Major Milestone

Allurion Technologies announced it has treated its first commercial patients in the United States, marking the company’s entry into the country’s $200 billion obesity market. The Allurion Program offers a non‑surgical, non‑pharmaceutical weight‑loss solution that appeals to patients who have stopped...

By Business Wire — Executive Appointments
7 Strategies for Creating High-Performing Culture, Building a Winning Team
NewsApr 20, 2026

7 Strategies for Creating High-Performing Culture, Building a Winning Team

Jim Knight, founder of Knight Speaker, outlines seven intentional strategies to build a high‑performing culture, from defining purpose to continuous improvement. He illustrates each tactic with real‑world examples such as Patagonia’s mission focus, Zingerman’s communication training, Atlassian’s autonomy‑driven "ShipIt Days,"...

By QSRweb
Researchers Identify Key Gene Behind Strawberry's Sweet Aroma
NewsApr 20, 2026

Researchers Identify Key Gene Behind Strawberry's Sweet Aroma

A collaborative study led by the University of Florida and Spain's IHSM La Mayora identified a previously unknown gene, FaECH, that drives the production of γ‑lactones—key sweet‑fruity volatiles—in both cultivated and wild strawberries. The team combined genome‑wide association studies, transcriptomic...

By HortiDaily
Former WHITESNAKE And NIGHT RANGER Guitarist JOEL HOEKSTRA To Join STEPHEN PEARCY's Solo Band For 2026 Tour
NewsApr 20, 2026

Former WHITESNAKE And NIGHT RANGER Guitarist JOEL HOEKSTRA To Join STEPHEN PEARCY's Solo Band For 2026 Tour

Renowned guitarist Joel Hoekstra, known for stints with Whitesnake, Night Ranger and Cher, will join Stephen Pearcy’s solo band for the 2026 “Undercover” tour. The tour marks the 40th anniversary of RATT’s 1986 album “Dancing Undercover” and will hit venues...

By Blabbermouth
Calvin Harris in Mumbai Showed That Production Can Make or Break a Show
NewsApr 20, 2026

Calvin Harris in Mumbai Showed That Production Can Make or Break a Show

Calvin Harris' April 18 concert in Mumbai drew a large crowd but stumbled over logistics and production. Attendees reported confusing entry points, poor signage, and a dry‑venue policy that dampened crowd energy. While Harris delivered his classic hits, the lighting,...

By Rolling Stone India
Timothy Spall's New Period Drama with "Stand-Out Cast" Confirms First UK Screening
NewsApr 20, 2026

Timothy Spall's New Period Drama with "Stand-Out Cast" Confirms First UK Screening

Timothy Spall joins a star‑studded cast for the period drama "Virginia Woolf's Night & Day," which will debut at the London edition of SXSW on Monday 1 June 2026 before opening in UK cinemas on Friday 19 June. The film adapts Woolf’s 1919...

By Digital Spy (Movies)
The Download: Murderous ‘Mirror’ Bacteria, and Chinese Workers Fighting AI Doubles
NewsApr 20, 2026

The Download: Murderous ‘Mirror’ Bacteria, and Chinese Workers Fighting AI Doubles

Scientists who once championed synthetic “mirror” bacteria now warn the microbes could spark a global biosafety disaster, prompting calls for tighter oversight of chirality research. At the same time, Chinese tech workers are confronting AI‑generated workplace doubles, documenting their workflows...

By MIT Technology Review
Leaders, Treat Resistance to Change as Valuable Data
NewsApr 20, 2026

Leaders, Treat Resistance to Change as Valuable Data

Leaders often label pushback as "knee‑jerk resistance," but the article argues that every form of resistance is valuable data about underlying fears, losses, or genuine flaws in a change initiative. By diagnosing the root causes—such as loss of identity, uncertainty,...

By Harvard Business Review
This Majestic Castle Near London Is One of the Most Beautiful Places in Europe
NewsApr 20, 2026

This Majestic Castle Near London Is One of the Most Beautiful Places in Europe

Travel + Leisure placed Sissinghurst Castle Garden in Kent at #3 on its list of the 20 most beautiful places in Europe. The National Trust‑owned estate, created in the 1930s by writer Vita Sackville‑West and diplomat Harold Nicolson, features ten...

By Time Out
A Model for Defect Identification in Materials
PodcastApr 20, 2026

A Model for Defect Identification in Materials

MIT researchers have created an AI model that classifies and quantifies up to six point defects in semiconductor materials using non‑invasive neutron‑scattering data. Trained on a database of 2,000 samples covering 56 elements, the model can detect defect concentrations as...

By AIhub
This Sleepy, Charming Alaskan Town Is the Gateway to a Stunning National Park
NewsApr 20, 2026

This Sleepy, Charming Alaskan Town Is the Gateway to a Stunning National Park

King Salmon, Alaska, is positioned as the primary gateway to Katmai National Park, offering visitors floatplane access to world‑renowned bear‑watching at Brooks Falls. Local entrepreneur Kate Crump’s The Lodge at 58* North provides guided wilderness trips on the Naknek River,...

By Sunset
Georgina Hayden’s Quick and Easy Recipe for Smoky Prawn, New Potato and Spinach Stew | Quick and Easy
NewsApr 20, 2026

Georgina Hayden’s Quick and Easy Recipe for Smoky Prawn, New Potato and Spinach Stew | Quick and Easy

Georgina Hayden’s Spanish‑inspired stew combines smoked paprika‑seasoned new potatoes, baby spinach, and grilled king prawns, finished with a lemon‑garlic aioli. The dish serves four and takes roughly 40 minutes from prep to plate, making it ideal for weeknight entertaining. Hayden...

By The Guardian – Food
Interview: Christopher Borgert on an Infamous Glyphosate Paper
NewsApr 20, 2026

Interview: Christopher Borgert on an Infamous Glyphosate Paper

In 2024 the journal *Regulatory Toxicology and Pharmacology* retracted a 2000 peer‑reviewed study that claimed Roundup glyphosate posed no human health risk, citing methodological flaws and undisclosed corporate involvement. The paper, heavily cited in regulatory assessments, listed Monsanto scientists as...

By Undark
The Metric Missing From Every AI Dashboard
NewsApr 20, 2026

The Metric Missing From Every AI Dashboard

The article warns that AI dashboards focus on speed, output and cost while ignoring the psychological side effects on employees. Gartner finds 91% of CIOs spend little or no time monitoring behavioral byproducts of AI, even though workforce resilience directly...

By CIO.com