Someone Found A Misprinted Air Jordan 11 “Rare Air” At Nike Store
A misprinted pair of the Air Jordan 11 “Rare Air” was found on the floor of a Nike store in New York City, with the word “JORDAN” mistakenly printed as “JORDNA.” The Rare Air line is built around intentional branding quirks, making this accidental defect a striking irony. The shoe, released in November 2025 to mark the model’s 30th anniversary, features deep royal‑blue patent leather and an aged outsole. The discovery revives memories of historic Jordan misprints such as the infamous “Air Jordna” Space Jam box.
Asymmetry Spawns Superior SiC Superjunctions
Researchers at Rohm have unveiled a unified analytical framework for silicon‑carbide (SiC) superjunction devices that incorporates crystal‑axis impact‑ionisation anisotropy and arbitrary geometric asymmetry. By tuning the width and doping of n‑ and p‑type pillars, the asymmetric semi‑superjunction design reduces specific...
Stress-Tested, Future-Ready GaN
Infineon is scaling lateral GaN HEMTs that combine ultra‑low on‑state resistance with high breakdown voltage, leveraging GaN’s 3.44 eV bandgap and high electron mobility. The company’s reliability program adds accelerated lifetime tests, wafer‑level DHTOL screening and extensive statistical analysis to exceed...
This Legendary Guitarist Might Have Had the World’s First Rock and Roll Stadium Wedding in 1951
Sister Rosetta Tharpe, often called the "Godmother of Rock and Roll," staged a highly publicized wedding in 1951 at Washington, D.C.'s Griffith Baseball Stadium. The ceremony drew an estimated 20,000‑25,000 spectators, turning the nuptials into a concert‑like spectacle. Tharpe married...
‘Mr. Scorsese’ Director Rebecca Miller Got Martin Scorsese To Open Up, Then Covid Gave Him Time – Contenders TV Documentary
Apple TV+’s five‑part documentary "Mr. Scorsese" was directed by Rebecca Miller, who secured Martin Scorsese’s participation after a cold‑call to his documentary partner and a personal meeting. The COVID‑19 shutdown unexpectedly freed Scorsese’s schedule, allowing a four‑hour porch interview that...
SKID ROW Is 'Pretty Focused In On A Couple Of Guys' In Ongoing Singer Search: 'We're Taking Our Time'
SKID ROW bassist Rachel Bolan says the band’s partnership with Sweetwater has generated roughly 300 worldwide singer submissions, but they remain focused on a handful of candidates. The group is taking its time, writing new material with guitarist Dave “Snake”...
Norqain Adds a Finishing Touch with New Freedom Chrono 60 Enjoy Life “Sprinkles” Models
Swiss watchmaker Norqain unveiled the Freedom Chrono 60 Enjoy Life “Sprinkles” edition at Watches & Wonders 2026, offering blue‑raspberry and strawberry dials decorated with lumed sprinkles. The limited‑run pieces are priced between $6,150 and $6,350, depending on strap choice, and feature...
Zara Larsson’s ‘Midnight Sun’ World & ‘Stateside’ Magic with PinkPantheress | Billboard Women In Music 2026
Swedish pop star Zara Larsson was honored as Billboard Women in Music 2026 Breakthrough of the Year and highlighted her "Midnight Sun" era. She credited the viral remix of "Stateside" with PinkPantheress for expanding her global reach, noting its use...
Saweol Space / Atelier Siyu
Saweol Space reimagines a 23 m² corner unit in a mall atrium as a high‑impact fashion boutique. The design uses a dual base‑and‑primary structure, preserving the existing framework while adding prefabricated metal frames for displays, storage and checkout. Perforated panels and...
Inocras and Broad Institute Researchers Present New TCGA Whole-Genome Cancer Insights, Accelerating Discovery in Cancer Genomics
Inocras and the Broad Institute will unveil findings from one of the largest whole‑genome cancer analyses ever conducted, covering over 8,000 tumor‑normal pairs from the TCGA across more than 30 cancer types. The joint effort identified more than 250 million variants,...
Crowds Pack USC Campus on Opening Day of L.A. Times Festival of Books
The Los Angeles Times Festival of Books opened at USC with tens of thousands of visitors, launching what organizers project will be 150,000‑155,000 attendees over the weekend. The 31st edition features more than 550 authors, actors and musicians across eight...
Deep Space Spacecraft Design and the Threats It Must Survive
Deep‑space spacecraft must endure extreme radiation, thermal swings, and power scarcity far beyond Earth orbit. Designers rely on radiation‑hardened processors, heavy shielding, and redundant autonomous systems to survive single‑event upsets and solar particle storms. Beyond Jupiter, solar arrays become impractical,...
David Lee Roth Dusts Off This Van Halen Deep Cut for 2026 Tour Opening Night
David Lee Roth launched his 2026 solo tour in Spokane, Washington, opening with a mix of classic hits and a rare Van Halen deep cut, “Little Dreamer,” which he hadn’t performed solo since 2003. The 71‑year‑old rocker will continue the North American run through...
‘John Candy: I Like Me’ Director Colin Hanks Says Of Iconic Actor’s Style: “There’s A Little Bit Of John In...
The new documentary "John Candy: I Like Me," now streaming on Prime Video, chronicles the life and career of the late comedy legend. Directed by Colin Hanks—son of Tom Hanks and longtime admirer—the film features interviews with Candy’s children, Jennifer...
Amazon's 3-Piece Wicker Bistro Set That's 'Perfect for Small Spaces' Is Just $75
Amazon is offering the Murago 3‑Piece Wicker Patio Bistro Set for $75, positioning it as a budget‑friendly option for small outdoor spaces. The set includes two metal‑frame chairs with UV‑treated synthetic rattan and a matching coffee table, available in three...
Wastewater Detects Drug-Resistant Candidozyma Auris Emergence
Researchers published a Nature Communications study showing that wastewater‑based epidemiology can identify drug‑resistant Candida auris in hospitals weeks before patients test positive. By extracting fungal DNA from sewage and applying metagenomic sequencing plus quantitative PCR, the team quantified pathogen load...
Metabolically Healthy Obesity Linked to 20-Year Heart Risk
A 20‑year ATTICA cohort study finds that individuals with metabolically healthy obesity (MHO) experience a significantly higher incidence of cardiovascular disease (CVD) than metabolically healthy, normal‑weight peers. The analysis shows obesity itself is an independent predictor of heart events, challenging...
CHRIS CAFFERY Believes Reformed SAVATAGE Will Eventually Play Some U.S. Shows: 'I Just Don't Know Exactly When Or How'
Guitarist Chris Caffery confirmed Savatage’s 2025 comeback tours in South America and Europe exceeded expectations, drawing both longtime fans and a new generation. The band’s tight performances and refreshed solos resonated strongly, prompting demand for further shows. A June 26 2026 earMUSIC...
Heartstopper Confirms Olivia Colman's Character Has Been Recast for the Netflix Movie
Netflix’s Heartstopper Forever will recast Olivia Colman’s role as Sarah Nelson with Anna Maxwell Martin. The decision, explained by creator Alice Oseman, reflects the character’s importance to Nick’s emotional arc, prompting a “difficult” but necessary change. The film, directed by Wash Westmoreland and...
Kanye West’s Switzerland Concert Canceled By Soccer Club
Swiss soccer club FC Basel announced it will not host Kanye West's June concert at St. Jakob‑Park, citing the artist's antisemitic remarks as incompatible with the club's values. The decision adds to a growing list of European venues that have...
JAXA’s MMX Mission: Reaching the Moons of Mars to Unlock the Solar System’s Past
Japan’s JAXA is set to launch the Martian Moons eXploration (MMX) mission in late 2026, targeting Phobos and Deimos and returning at least 10 g of Phobos samples to Earth by 2031. The spacecraft will enter a quasi‑satellite orbit around Phobos,...
The Record-Setting U.S. Drought Is so Bad that 97% of the Southeast and Two-Thirds of the West Are Parched
The U.S. Drought Monitor shows a record‑setting 61% of the contiguous United States in moderate to exceptional drought, with 97% of the Southeast and two‑thirds of the West affected. The Palmer Drought Severity Index recorded its highest March value since...
Can Choking During Sex Cause Brain Damage? Emerging Evidence Points to Hidden Neurological Risks
Emerging research links consensual neck compression during sex—often called "choking"—to measurable neurological strain. Large surveys show nearly half of women and over 60% of men have engaged in aggressive sexual behaviors, with younger adults reporting the highest rates of neck...
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6 Signs Your Child Might Be a People-Pleaser—And How to Help
The article outlines how to recognize a child who is habitually people‑pleasing and why the behavior can evolve into anxiety, low self‑esteem, and poor boundary setting. It cites child psychologists who explain that the habit often stems from a need...
SKINDRED Release Newest Record, 'You Got This,' Due To Play A Dozen Shows In Seven Days
Skindred dropped their ninth studio album, *You Got This*, on April 17 and immediately launched an aggressive UK mini‑tour, delivering nearly a dozen performances in seven days. The itinerary mixes acoustic sets, full‑band shows and a store takeover, with several...
Kanye West: Another Overseas Concert Canceled After Swiss Soccer Club Says He Isn’t ‘In Accordance With Our Values’
Kanye West’s European tour hit another snag as Swiss soccer club FC Basel canceled his June concert at St. Jakob‑Park, citing a conflict with the club’s values. The decision follows a similar rejection by a Polish stadium, where officials invoked...
They Promise Glowing Skin, a Ripped Body and Better Sex. Peptides Are Having a Moment – but Are They Safe?
Peptide injections have surged in popularity after influencers and startups like Superpower, a $300 million health‑tech firm, began touting benefits ranging from youthful skin to enhanced workouts and sexual performance. The debate intensified when Superpower founder Max Marchione faced off with...
Glycaemic Swings Drive Heart Cell Damage in Diabetes
A new study slated for *Nature Communications* reveals that rapid blood‑sugar swings, not just chronic hyperglycaemia, directly damage heart muscle cells. Researchers showed that glycaemic variability fragments mitochondria, depresses ATP output, disrupts calcium handling and spikes oxidative stress, leading to...
ESA’s Hera Arrives at Didymos: Completing the World’s First Planetary Defence Test
ESA’s Hera spacecraft will reach the binary asteroid system Didymos in November 2026 to study the aftermath of NASA’s DART impact on Dimorphos. DART’s 2022 kinetic‑impact test shortened Dimorphos’s orbital period by about 33 minutes, proving an asteroid can be nudged. Hera...
Playboi Carti Explains the Impact MF DOOM Had on His Music: ‘I Just Did It to Show Older People Who...
Playboi Carti revealed that MF DOOM’s catalog, especially the track “Red & Gold,” profoundly shaped his artistic outlook. In a 2021 MARVIN Magazine interview, Carti explained he referenced Doom on Whole Lotta Red to educate his peers and signal respect for...
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Why Isn't Pete Davidson in “Lorne,” The New Documentary About “SNL” Boss Lorne Michaels? Its Director Explains
Morgan Neville’s new documentary *Lorne* chronicles the life of Saturday Night Live creator Lorne Michaels, featuring interviews with SNL veterans such as Tina Fey, Chris Rock, and Jimmy Fallon. The director explained that Pete Davidson was not included because the film’s interview roster...
The 65mm Show to Watch Is ‘Beef’ Season 2
Netflix’s drama “Beef” returns for Season 2 with a striking visual overhaul. Cinematographer James Laxton switched to the ARRI 265, a 65 mm‑size sensor that he says makes the series the first long‑form show to use the camera. The large‑format gear lets the...
When Arousal Isn’t Desire
Psychologist Denise Renye explains that intense bodily activation is often anxiety, not genuine desire. Early attachment patterns teach the nervous system to equate intensity with connection, leading many to mistake nervous arousal for attraction. She contrasts this with "grounded desire,"...
METAL CHURCH's KURDT VANDERHOOF Says Composing Score For Documentary About BMX Rider And Stuntman EDDIE FIOLA Was 'A Challenge'
Metal Church guitarist Kurdt Vanderhoof recently completed his first film‑score, composing the music for an upcoming feature documentary about BMX legend Eddie Fiola. Vanderhoof described the process as a creative challenge, requiring atmospheric cues rather than the band’s typical heavy...
1972 No. 1 Hit That Turned a Protest Song Into an Enduring Classic
In the summer of 1972, Three Dog Night turned the 1954 protest song “Black and White” into a chart‑topping hit, reaching #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and Easy Listening charts. The original, written by David I. Arkin and Earl Robinson, was...
Membrane Protein Amuc_1098 Eases Pancreatitis via TLR2
A study published in Nature Communications identifies the gut bacterium Akkermansia muciniphila membrane protein Amuc_1098 as a potent modulator of Toll‑like receptor 2 (TLR2). By selectively engaging TLR2, Amuc_1098 dampens inflammatory signaling and reshapes pancreatic glycerophospholipid metabolism, leading to marked...
SPEED Says That Hardcore Is "Not Meant Exist In The Comments Section, And It's Not Meant To Exist Online"
In a recent CLASH interview, Singapore‑based hardcore band SPEED warned that the genre’s spirit belongs on stage, not in comment threads or social feeds. Frontman Jem Siow emphasized that hardcore’s etiquette, values, and sense of belonging are learned through repeated,...
Anne Hathaway Trades Press Tour Heels for Zebra Print Adidas Tokyo Sneakers in New York
Anne Hathaway ditched her press‑tour heels for zebra‑print Adidas Tokyo sneakers while promoting The Devil Wears Prada 2 in New York City. The off‑white and black retro‑runner shoe retails for about $100 and features a slim silhouette with the brand’s Three Stripes....
EU Releases Revised Space Act Proposal, and It Is as Odious as the Earlier Drafts
The European Union released a revised 157‑page draft of its Space Act, aiming to create a single regulatory framework for all space activities across member states. The proposal mirrors the 2025 version that drew sharp criticism for imposing burdensome rules...
Hunger Inc. Reshapes Mumbai's Dining Tastes
Hunger Inc., a fast‑growing hospitality group, has launched a series of concept‑driven restaurants across Mumbai, blending global culinary techniques with local flavors. The company’s emphasis on hyper‑personalized service and data‑driven menu design has drawn crowds away from traditional eateries. Within...
The People Most Frequently Mistaken for Lazy Aren’t the Ones Who Never Worked Hard — They’re the Ones Who Worked...
The article argues that people labeled as lazy are often victims of chronic burnout, not character flaws. It cites the WHO’s 2019 classification of burnout as an occupational phenomenon defined by exhaustion, mental distance, and reduced effectiveness. Real‑world examples show...
When Traveling Alone, What’s Your Approach To Solo Dining?
Travelers who dine alone often grapple with social norms and personal comfort. The article outlines three main approaches—securing a regular table, sitting at the bar to spark conversation, or opting for room service or delivery—and discusses etiquette around phone, headphones,...
ANDREAS KISSER Doesn't Rule Out Future SEPULTURA Shows After Completion Of 'Farewell' Tour: 'Possibilities Are Always Open'
Brazilian thrash legends Sepultura announced that guitarist Andreas Kisser won’t rule out future reunion shows after the band’s farewell tour concludes. The group is recording a live album featuring 40 songs from 40 cities and will release a new EP,...
Ann Liu: ‘Being a Starving Artist Isn't Romantic. It’s Devastating’
Los Angeles artist Ann Liu, known for her calligraphic airbrushed paintings, also trades crypto under the alias Qwant Kitty. She uses speculative crypto strategies to fund her practice, describing trading as a "technology of time" that mirrors artistic creation. Liu...
Why Great Leaders Pause Before Acting in a Crisis
Great leaders often feel compelled to act immediately when a crisis erupts, but the most effective response begins inward. Psychologist and CEO coach Yosi Amram argues that pausing to acknowledge and process emotions restores clarity and prevents rash decisions. He...
Meet Olga Rabinovich, the Philanthropist Singlehandedly Financing Brazil’s Film Talent
Olga Rabinovich founded the Olga Rabinovich Institute and its flagship Projeto Paradiso to fill a financing gap in Brazil’s film sector. The initiative provides small, rapid grants, training and international connections to a talent network of 264 screen professionals. Its agile,...
Only Fashion's Depressed Rich Kids Would Make $200,000 Art Out of a Guillotine
Enfants Riches Déprimés staged an exclusive pop‑up at Maxfield in Los Angeles, unveiling a $199,500 metal guillotine swing called the Only Child. The event also offered a $59,000 Dick Man Ashtray sculpture and limited‑edition pieces from the SS26 collection, including leather...
People Are Just Realising Streaky Windows Can Be Fixed with a 3-Ingredient Mix Every UK Kitchen Has
A simple three‑ingredient mix—dish soap, warm water, and white vinegar—can eliminate streaks and grime from both interior and exterior windows. The recipe calls for two to three drops of washing‑up liquid, about 480 ml of water, and 60 ml of vinegar, applied...
Nike’s New Air Max Plus Collaboration Is a Celebration of African Culture
Nike has partnered with Lagos‑based festival label Homecoming for its first African‑inspired Air Max Plus drop, designed by Grace Ladoja, the first African woman to create a Nike shoe. The collaboration showcases two colorways—Pan African and African Sunrise—featuring custom sponge‑inspired...
Pliant Therapeutics Announces Presentation of Updated Data From the Phase 1 Trial of PLN-101095 in Patients with ICI-Refractory Solid...
Pliant Therapeutics presented updated Phase 1a/1b data for its integrin inhibitor PLN‑101095 combined with pembrolizumab at the 2026 AACR meeting. In ICI‑refractory solid‑tumor patients, the regimen produced an average 89% tumor reduction and a median treatment duration of 19 months among...