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FernGully Returning as Live-Action Movie, Years After Those Avatar Jokes
NewsApr 17, 2026

FernGully Returning as Live-Action Movie, Years After Those Avatar Jokes

Amazon MGM announced a live‑action adaptation of the 1992 animated classic FernGully, with indie filmmaker Marielle Heller writing and directing. The studio deliberately sidesteps the term “remake,” positioning the project as a tribute that will extend the film’s environmental themes...

By Consequence
From Paris To Palm Springs: Davido & Afrobeats Triumph At Coachella
NewsApr 17, 2026

From Paris To Palm Springs: Davido & Afrobeats Triumph At Coachella

Afrobeats superstar Davido delivered a 45‑minute, 16‑track set on Coachella’s Gobi Stage, becoming the festival’s sole Afrobeats act. Fresh off a 40‑show world tour, he opened with hits like “Dami Duro” and “Skelewu,” and closed with a collaborative performance of...

By Clash Music
Types of Therapy for ADHD
NewsApr 17, 2026

Types of Therapy for ADHD

Therapies for ADHD extend beyond medication, offering behavioral and psychotherapeutic options tailored to age and symptom profile. Cognitive‑behavioral therapy remains the gold standard, while mindfulness‑based, dialectical behavior, supportive, interpersonal, group, and narrative therapies each address specific challenges such as attention,...

By Verywell Mind
Effects of Dietary Fermented Passion Fruit (Passiflora Edulis Sims) Peel on Growth Performance, Intestinal Morphology, and Cecal Microbiota in Lingshan...
NewsApr 17, 2026

Effects of Dietary Fermented Passion Fruit (Passiflora Edulis Sims) Peel on Growth Performance, Intestinal Morphology, and Cecal Microbiota in Lingshan...

A 2026 Frontiers in Nutrition study evaluated fermented passion‑fruit peel (FPFP) as a feed ingredient for Lingshan broilers. Replacing 10% of the basal diet with FPFP yielded the highest final body weight, total gain and average daily gain while lowering...

By Frontiers in Nutrition
Γ-Tocotrienol Inhibits HeLa Cell Proliferation Likely via Modulation of the PI3K/AKT/mTOR Signaling Pathway
NewsApr 17, 2026

Γ-Tocotrienol Inhibits HeLa Cell Proliferation Likely via Modulation of the PI3K/AKT/mTOR Signaling Pathway

Researchers found that γ‑tocotrienol (γ‑T3), a vitamin E isoform, markedly suppresses HeLa cervical‑cancer cell growth by down‑regulating the PI3K/AKT/mTOR signaling cascade. At 45 μmol/L, γ‑T3’s inhibition of pathway phosphorylation matched that of the PI3K inhibitor wortmannin, and combined treatment further reduced cell...

By Frontiers in Nutrition
Temperature-Regulated Defective MIL-100(Fe) for Clove Essential Oil Loading as an Effective Natural Preservative for Peaches
NewsApr 17, 2026

Temperature-Regulated Defective MIL-100(Fe) for Clove Essential Oil Loading as an Effective Natural Preservative for Peaches

Researchers synthesized a series of trifluoroacetic‑acid‑modulated defective MIL‑100(Fe) materials and loaded them with clove essential oil (CEO) to create a natural fruit preservative. The D‑MIL‑100(Fe)‑1 variant achieved the highest loading capacity at 610.6 mg CEO per gram, a 1.45‑fold increase over...

By Frontiers in Nutrition
The Impacts of Ready-to-Eat-Cereals and Cereal Fibers on Gut Health, Body Weight, and Cardiometabolic Health
NewsApr 17, 2026

The Impacts of Ready-to-Eat-Cereals and Cereal Fibers on Gut Health, Body Weight, and Cardiometabolic Health

Ready‑to‑eat cereals (RTECs) are a major source of dietary fiber in North America, yet Americans consume only about half of the recommended daily intake. Recent systematic reviews show that wheat‑based RTECs and other high‑fiber cereals improve bowel function, enhance gut...

By Frontiers in Nutrition
Elevated Remnant Cholesterol Is Linked to Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
NewsApr 17, 2026

Elevated Remnant Cholesterol Is Linked to Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

A cross‑sectional study of 308 Chinese patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus found that higher remnant cholesterol (RC) levels are strongly linked to non‑alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). After adjusting for age, diabetes duration, BMI and other factors, each 1 mmol/L increase...

By Frontiers in Nutrition
Association Between Serum Uric Acid and the Risk of Gestational Diabetes Mellitus: A Multicenter Cohort Study
NewsApr 17, 2026

Association Between Serum Uric Acid and the Risk of Gestational Diabetes Mellitus: A Multicenter Cohort Study

A multicenter retrospective cohort of 44,609 pregnant women found that serum uric acid measured before 20 weeks gestation is linked to a higher risk of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM). The relationship is nonlinear, with a turning point at 240 μmol/L; women with...

By Frontiers in Nutrition
A Doctor, Who Treated a 22-Year-Old with Colon Cancer, Shares What Everyone Should Know About Cancer Symptoms
NewsApr 17, 2026

A Doctor, Who Treated a 22-Year-Old with Colon Cancer, Shares What Everyone Should Know About Cancer Symptoms

A 22‑year‑old woman with persistent stomach pain was diagnosed with an advanced colon tumor, highlighting a surge in early‑onset colorectal cancer. Dr. Marc Greenwald notes rising cases in patients under 45, despite decreasing rates in older adults. Symptoms often mimic...

By Business Insider – Finance
“Tape 05”
NewsApr 17, 2026

“Tape 05”

Boards of Canada broke a 13‑year silence on Thursday with the release of “Tape 05,” the first new music from the Scottish duo since 2013. The track arrived through a cryptic VHS teaser that featured the Warp Records hexagon logo, reinforcing...

By Pitchfork
Interscope Removes D4vd From Website Following Murder Case Arrest
NewsApr 17, 2026

Interscope Removes D4vd From Website Following Murder Case Arrest

Interscope Records has removed singer D4vd from its roster page after his arrest on murder charges tied to the death of teen Celeste Rivas. Universal Music Group halted promotional plans for the deluxe edition of his album *Withered*, originally slated...

By The Source
Sara Svensk’s Strikingly Svelte Trek Speed Concept for Ironman Texas 2026
NewsApr 17, 2026

Sara Svensk’s Strikingly Svelte Trek Speed Concept for Ironman Texas 2026

Swedish triathlete Sara Svensk, a former Ironman Barcelona winner and top‑10 finisher at last year’s Kona, is targeting a podium at Ironman Texas 2026 with a revamped bike. She will ride a Trek Speed Concept SLR 9 Project One equipped with a...

By Triathlete
Nike SB’s Refined Air Force 1 Takes the Look of Timberland’s Iconic Wheat Boot
NewsApr 17, 2026

Nike SB’s Refined Air Force 1 Takes the Look of Timberland’s Iconic Wheat Boot

Nike SB has unveiled the Air Force 1 Low “Flax,” a sneaker that mirrors Timberland’s iconic Wheat boot in a suede‑rich, monochrome palette. The model adds skate‑oriented upgrades such as a thinner midsole, sit‑straps, fit pods, and a revised tread pattern...

By Footwear News
Olivia Rodrigo Didn’t Play ‘Drop Dead’ for Robert Smith: ‘I Played Him a Bunch of Other Songs’
NewsApr 17, 2026

Olivia Rodrigo Didn’t Play ‘Drop Dead’ for Robert Smith: ‘I Played Him a Bunch of Other Songs’

Olivia Rodrigo revealed she may not have played her new single “Drop Dead” for The Cure frontman Robert Smith, noting she instead performed other tracks from her upcoming album _You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love_. The two previously...

By Rolling Stone (Music)
8 Years Ago, We Said Goodbye to the Grammy-Winning Guitarist and Son of a Bluegrass Legend Who Worked With Dolly...
NewsApr 17, 2026

8 Years Ago, We Said Goodbye to the Grammy-Winning Guitarist and Son of a Bluegrass Legend Who Worked With Dolly...

Randy Scruggs, Grammy‑winning guitarist and son of bluegrass icon Earl Scruggs, died on April 17, 2018 at age 64. Over a four‑decade career he produced for Waylon Jennings, the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Alison Krauss and others, earning four Grammys and...

By American Songwriter
‘Bouncing Back’ Is a Myth. Here’s What Real Resilience Looks Like
NewsApr 17, 2026

‘Bouncing Back’ Is a Myth. Here’s What Real Resilience Looks Like

The article challenges the popular myth that resilience means simply "bouncing back" after trauma, using Maria’s mastectomy experience as a vivid illustration. It argues that resilience is a dynamic, ongoing process involving emotional integration rather than relentless positivity or toughness....

By Fast Company
Remember When Jack White Was in a Commercial That Aired Once at 2 AM and Then Immediately Disappeared?
NewsApr 17, 2026

Remember When Jack White Was in a Commercial That Aired Once at 2 AM and Then Immediately Disappeared?

In 2006 Coca‑Cola commissioned a 100‑second commercial featuring Japanese pop‑art designer Nagi Noda and an original track by Jack White. The full‑length ad aired only once at 1:55 am on the UK’s Channel 4, with a 30‑second cut shown in Australia, and...

By VICE (Music)
Inside LACMA's Lavish Opening Gala for the David Geffen Galleries with George Lucas, Ed Ruscha and Jeff Koons
NewsApr 17, 2026

Inside LACMA's Lavish Opening Gala for the David Geffen Galleries with George Lucas, Ed Ruscha and Jeff Koons

Los Angeles County Museum of Art unveiled its $724 million David Geffen Galleries with a star‑studded gala, raising a record $11.5 million for the project. The event featured art icons Jeff Koons and Ed Ruscha, Hollywood personalities, and architect Peter Zumthor, who praised the concrete structure...

By Los Angeles Times – Entertainment & Arts
Nike’s Slick AF “Bode” Sneaker Suits Up for a Different Game
NewsApr 17, 2026

Nike’s Slick AF “Bode” Sneaker Suits Up for a Different Game

Nike has released a soccer‑inspired version of its retro Astrograbber sneaker, featuring glossy leather uppers and a heel badge that mimics traditional soccer cleats. The shoe retains the model’s slim silhouette and signature Waffle lug outsole while adopting a soccer...

By Highsnobiety
The Astounding Pop Mech Show: The Mushroom That Makes You Hallucinate Armies of Tiny Elves
NewsApr 17, 2026

The Astounding Pop Mech Show: The Mushroom That Makes You Hallucinate Armies of Tiny Elves

A mushroom native to China, Lanmaoa asiatica, is causing hospitalizations when consumed undercooked. Patients report consistent hallucinations of miniature elves and armies of tiny figures that can persist for days. Researchers have yet to isolate the specific compound responsible, leaving...

By Popular Mechanics
Artemis II Crew Discusses NASA Moon Mission and Next Steps
NewsApr 17, 2026

Artemis II Crew Discusses NASA Moon Mission and Next Steps

Six days after the Artemis II crew splashed down, NASA astronauts discussed their experience and turned their focus to the next milestone: a crewed lunar landing. Commander Reid Wiseman emphasized that adding a lander to the next flight would be a...

By New York Times – Science
Global Entry Vs. TSA PreCheck: Which Should You Get?
NewsApr 17, 2026

Global Entry Vs. TSA PreCheck: Which Should You Get?

TSA PreCheck and Global Entry are DHS‑run Trusted Traveler programs that speed airport screening, but they differ in scope, cost, and enrollment. PreCheck, at $76.75 for five years, grants expedited domestic security lines, while Global Entry, priced at $120 for...

By Condé Nast Traveler
Ernest Reunites With Lukas Nelson for Classic Country Duet “Time Is a Thief”
NewsApr 17, 2026

Ernest Reunites With Lukas Nelson for Classic Country Duet “Time Is a Thief”

American songwriter‑producer Ernest, a four‑time CMA Triple Play Award winner, has teamed up with Lukas Nelson for the duet “Time Is a Thief,” the lead single from his upcoming album Deep Blue. The track, written by Matt McKinney, Rivers Rutherford and...

By American Songwriter
The Best (Elegant) Patterned Sheets
NewsApr 17, 2026

The Best (Elegant) Patterned Sheets

The Strategist curates a list of top patterned sheets, highlighting brands like Lucas du Tertre, Marimekko, Kip & Co, and Biscuit Home that blend bold florals, stripes, and checks for both children’s and adult bedrooms. Creative director Kelsey Keith favors high‑contrast, color‑rich...

By The Strategist (NYMag)
Tyga Expands Into Film With Lead Role in Coming-of-Age Musical Drama
NewsApr 17, 2026

Tyga Expands Into Film With Lead Role in Coming-of-Age Musical Drama

Rapper Tyga is starring, producing, and co‑writing the upcoming musical drama "Baby, You’re a Star", set in 1989. The film marks his first major feature‑length acting role and expands his brand beyond music into long‑form storytelling. Production is underway with...

By The Source
BookCon Returns After Six-Year Break: Event Organizer on Reservation Rush, Boycott Response and Romantasy Reader Demand
NewsApr 17, 2026

BookCon Returns After Six-Year Break: Event Organizer on Reservation Rush, Boycott Response and Romantasy Reader Demand

BookCon is back after a six‑year hiatus, with tickets and author‑signing reservations selling out within seconds of release. ReedPop’s Kristina Rogers highlighted the event’s new focus on diversity, inclusivity, and the booming #BookTok community. The convention faces a boycott after...

By Variety – Mergers & Acquisitions
Shrink, Remove and Modify: Team Successfully 'Trims' Wheat Chromosomes
NewsApr 17, 2026

Shrink, Remove and Modify: Team Successfully 'Trims' Wheat Chromosomes

Researchers at Germany's Leibniz Institute of Plant Genetics and Crop Plant Research have used CRISPR‑Cas9 to cut satellite DNA, successfully shrinking or completely removing wheat chromosomes. The virus‑based delivery system bypassed traditional transformation, enabling rapid, large‑scale chromosomal edits. In some...

By Phys.org – Biotechnology
The Blooming Haus / Studio WhiteScape
NewsApr 17, 2026

The Blooming Haus / Studio WhiteScape

The Blooming Haus, a 5,000 ft² residence in Bengaluru’s RR Nagar, showcases modern minimalist architecture that merges indoor and outdoor realms through perforated concrete panels inspired by traditional Indian jalis. The design incorporates extensive green buffers, an indoor tree, and a yellow‑accented...

By ArchDaily
Soley Therapeutics Presents Preclinical Data Demonstrating Selective Anti-Tumor Activity of STX-6398, a First-in-Class CKAP2 Modulator, at AACR 2026
NewsApr 17, 2026

Soley Therapeutics Presents Preclinical Data Demonstrating Selective Anti-Tumor Activity of STX-6398, a First-in-Class CKAP2 Modulator, at AACR 2026

Soley Therapeutics unveiled preclinical data on STX-6398, a first‑in‑class oral small‑molecule that modulates the previously undruggable CKAP2 pathway, at the AAC 2026 meeting. The compound demonstrated selective anti‑tumor activity in a 300‑cell line panel, with efficacy correlating to CKAP2 protein levels...

By Business Wire — Executive Appointments
What Are Alternative Therapies?
NewsApr 17, 2026

What Are Alternative Therapies?

Alternative therapies—collectively known as Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM)—encompass practices such as yoga, acupuncture, meditation, herbal remedies, and more. The National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health groups them into nutritional, physiological, physical, and combined approaches. Studies indicate that between...

By Verywell Mind
We Got Tokyo At Home: The US Places That Capture The City’s Energy
NewsApr 17, 2026

We Got Tokyo At Home: The US Places That Capture The City’s Energy

Travel Noire notes a surge in American fascination with Tokyo, driven by its fashion, food, nightlife and meticulously curated streetscapes. The Japan National Tourism Organization reported a record 3.9 million international arrivals in April 2025, with U.S. visitors up 43% year‑over‑year and...

By Travel Noire
HIMSSCast: Expanding Behavioral Healthcare in the Tech Age
NewsApr 17, 2026

HIMSSCast: Expanding Behavioral Healthcare in the Tech Age

NeuroFlow’s chief operating officer Robert Capobianco highlighted the company’s behavioral health infrastructure platform as a technology‑driven solution to close the mental‑health access gap. He emphasized that digital tools can identify undiagnosed patients, deliver care beyond traditional settings, and support data‑driven...

By MobiHealthNews (HIMSS Media)
Kanye West’s Concert in Poland Is Canceled Amid Furor Over Antisemitic Comments
NewsApr 17, 2026

Kanye West’s Concert in Poland Is Canceled Amid Furor Over Antisemitic Comments

Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, saw his June 19 stadium concert in Chorzow, Poland canceled after a wave of European backlash over his recent antisemitic remarks and a song titled “Heil Hitler.” The Polish Minister of Culture emphasized the country’s Holocaust...

By The New York Times (Arts > Music)
The Digital Heartbeat: Rolex, AI, and Counterfeit Protection
NewsApr 17, 2026

The Digital Heartbeat: Rolex, AI, and Counterfeit Protection

Rolex has unveiled a new AI‑driven acoustic diagnostic system detailed in patent WO/2025/262258, which replaces traditional Fourier analysis with discrete wavelet transforms and neural‑network processing. The technology can isolate each of the five escapement shocks, provide component‑level health metrics, and...

By JD Supra – Legal Tech
Julie Sawaya on the Prenatal Nutrition Gap, Why Depletion Isn’t Normal, and Building a Company Through Four Pregnancies
NewsApr 17, 2026

Julie Sawaya on the Prenatal Nutrition Gap, Why Depletion Isn’t Normal, and Building a Company Through Four Pregnancies

Julie Sawaya, a Stanford‑trained nutritionist, discovered she was severely depleted despite a health‑focused lifestyle, prompting the creation of Needed, a perinatal nutrition company. The firm challenges the 1941‑based prenatal vitamin standards, noting that 95% of pregnant women remain nutritionally deficient...

By Motherly
Olivia Rodrigo Takes Over the Palace of Versailles in Her “Drop Dead” Music Video
NewsApr 17, 2026

Olivia Rodrigo Takes Over the Palace of Versailles in Her “Drop Dead” Music Video

Olivia Rodrigo premiered the music video for her new single “drop dead,” filmed inside France’s Palace of Versailles. The video, directed by photographer‑filmmaker Petra Collins, follows Rodrigo dancing through the Galerie des Batailles and the Queen’s Apartments in a blue...

By ELLE Decor
Murals From Miami’s Historic Overtown Land at MIA
NewsApr 17, 2026

Murals From Miami’s Historic Overtown Land at MIA

Miami International Airport has launched “Telling Overtown Stories, Saying Their Names,” an interactive mural exhibition that runs from April 16 to October 13, 2026. The display features three vinyl replicas of permanent Overtown murals, enriched with augmented‑reality elements, QR‑linked oral...

By Airport Improvement Magazine
Quantum Computing Weekly Round-Up: Week Ending  April 18, 2026​​
NewsApr 17, 2026

Quantum Computing Weekly Round-Up: Week Ending April 18, 2026​​

The latest Quantum Computing Weekly Round‑Up highlights a surge of capital and technical breakthroughs across the sector. Venture firms and governments collectively injected over $1.2 billion into quantum startups and research programs this week. AI‑driven tools are now being used to...

By The Qubit Report
Did London’s Dirty Money Really Kill a Teenage Fantasist?
NewsApr 17, 2026

Did London’s Dirty Money Really Kill a Teenage Fantasist?

Patrick Radden Keefe’s new book *London Falling* expands a 2024 *New Yorker* piece into a tragic true‑crime narrative. It follows the 2019 suicide of 19‑year‑old Zac Brettler, a London teenager who fabricated ties to Russian oligarchs and a £850,000 (≈$1.09 M) bank balance that...

By Foreign Policy
How Joni Mitchell (And Uninterested Women) Helped The Eagles Land Their First No. 1 Hit, in a Roundabout Way
NewsApr 17, 2026

How Joni Mitchell (And Uninterested Women) Helped The Eagles Land Their First No. 1 Hit, in a Roundabout Way

Glenn Frey credited Joni Mitchell’s unconventional guitar tuning for shaping the chord structure of "Best Of My Love," while Don Henley revealed that lyrics were sparked by indifferent women at West Hollywood’s Dan Tana’s. The track, the third single from the Eagles’ 1974 album...

By American Songwriter
Rare Winnie-the-Pooh Drawings Surface for the First Time
NewsApr 17, 2026

Rare Winnie-the-Pooh Drawings Surface for the First Time

Two previously unseen pencil sketches by E.H. Shepard, the original illustrator of Winnie‑the‑Pooh, have been unveiled at Peter Harrington Rare Books in London. The drawings – one of Christopher Robin leading his friends upstream and another of Pooh and Piglet...

By Artnet News
AI Restores Voices Through Microscopic Neck Movements
NewsApr 17, 2026

AI Restores Voices Through Microscopic Neck Movements

Researchers at POSTECH have unveiled a soft multiaxial strain‑mapping sensor that reads microscopic neck movements to reconstruct speech in real time. The wearable device pairs a miniature camera with AI algorithms to translate subvocal muscle activity into the user’s own...

By Neuroscience News
Persona PSP Soundtrack Will Be Available on Streaming Services From April 18
NewsApr 17, 2026

Persona PSP Soundtrack Will Be Available on Streaming Services From April 18

Atlus announced that the original soundtrack from the 2009 PSP remake of Shin Megami Tensei: Persona will be added to major music streaming services on April 18. The release coincides with the franchise’s 30th anniversary and is being promoted with...

By RPG Site
Toy Factory Project Tap Sam Bush for May Appearances
NewsApr 17, 2026

Toy Factory Project Tap Sam Bush for May Appearances

The Toy Factory Project announced that bluegrass legend Sam Bush will join its May 2026 spring tour, adding four live dates to the itinerary. Bush will appear on May 18‑19 at Greenfield Lake Amphitheater in Wilmington, N.C., on May 20...

By Relix
GKIDS and Fathom Announce 2026 Studio Ghibli Fest Slate
NewsApr 17, 2026

GKIDS and Fathom Announce 2026 Studio Ghibli Fest Slate

GKIDS and Fathom Entertainment have announced the 2026 Studio Ghibli Fest, a seven‑film theatrical run beginning June 13. The slate features milestone screenings such as the 20th anniversary of *Tales from Earthsea*, the 35th anniversary of *Only Yesterday*, the 40th...

By Animation World Network (AWN)
Booking Virgin Voyages With Points: How to Book, Current Availability, and If They’re Worth the Splurge
NewsApr 17, 2026

Booking Virgin Voyages With Points: How to Book, Current Availability, and If They’re Worth the Splurge

Virgin Voyages now lets members redeem Virgin Red or Virgin Atlantic Flying Club points for cruises across its four‑ship fleet, including new U.S. West Coast and Alaska itineraries on the Brilliant Lady. Point costs range from 195,000 to 1.32 million per cabin,...

By AwardWallet Blog
Wu Lyf Postpone North American Shows
NewsApr 17, 2026

Wu Lyf Postpone North American Shows

British indie‑rock band Wu Lyf announced the postponement of all North American tour dates, citing delays in visa processing. The group’s newly released album, *A Wave That Will Never Break*, is their first in 15 years, heightening fan anticipation for live...

By Pitchfork
Is Bone Broth Good for You?
NewsApr 17, 2026

Is Bone Broth Good for You?

Bone broth has surged into mainstream wellness, buoyed by celebrity endorsements and social‑media buzz. Proponents tout it as a natural remedy for appetite control, skin health, bone strength, and gut function. However, scientific reviews find modest nutrient content and limited...

By The Economist – Science & Technology