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Local Droplet Etching Yields More Symmetric Quantum Dots for Integrated Photonics
NewsMar 12, 2026

Local Droplet Etching Yields More Symmetric Quantum Dots for Integrated Photonics

Researchers at Johannes Kepler University and the State University of Campinas have demonstrated a local droplet etching (LDE) technique to fabricate InGaAs quantum dots embedded in AlGaAs with unprecedented symmetry and low surface density. The dots exhibit radiative lifetimes around...

By Phys.org (Quantum Physics News)
Kim Kardashian Wows in a Partially Unzipped Skintight NikeSkims Onesie
NewsMar 12, 2026

Kim Kardashian Wows in a Partially Unzipped Skintight NikeSkims Onesie

Kim Kardashian fronted NikeSkims' Spring 2026 collection, debuting a skintight gray onesie with a partially unzipped front and matching Rift Mesh shoes. The campaign, released on March 12, 2026, showcases a monochromatic, body‑contouring aesthetic across multiple looks. Kardashian emphasized confidence‑boosting design, linking style...

By InStyle
MSU Health Care’s CMO on the Biggest Barrier to Sustained Quality Improvement
NewsMar 12, 2026

MSU Health Care’s CMO on the Biggest Barrier to Sustained Quality Improvement

MSU Health Care’s new chief medical officer, Dr. Mark Smith, says clinician burnout and disengagement are the biggest barriers to sustained quality and safety improvements. He emphasizes that addressing workforce wellness, building a culture of trust, and reducing administrative burdens...

By Becker’s Hospital Review
Aigle Taps Setchu Founder Satoshi Kuwata for Fall Capsule Collection
NewsMar 12, 2026

Aigle Taps Setchu Founder Satoshi Kuwata for Fall Capsule Collection

French heritage brand Aigle announced a fall capsule collection with Setchu founder Satoshi Kuwata, the 2023 LVMH Prize winner. The “Aigle by Setchu” line, debuting in September, merges Kuwata’s tailoring and fishing‑inspired aesthetics with Aigle’s technical outdoor expertise. The collaboration...

By WWD
Fantastic Fungi Found with Ability to Freeze Water
NewsMar 12, 2026

Fantastic Fungi Found with Ability to Freeze Water

An international team led by Virginia Tech researchers identified fungal proteins that act as ice nucleators at relatively high subzero temperatures. The proteins, encoded by a gene likely acquired from bacteria, could replace toxic silver iodide in cloud‑seeding operations. Because...

By Phys.org – Biotechnology
Burberry Unveils a Late Winter Wonderland at Aspen’s Hotel Jerome
NewsMar 12, 2026

Burberry Unveils a Late Winter Wonderland at Aspen’s Hotel Jerome

Burberry has opened a four‑day pop‑up at Aspen’s historic Hotel Jerome, running March 12‑15. The installation showcases a curated edit of Summer 2026 runway pieces, heritage rainwear, scarves, and soft accessories, alongside a dedicated Polo Gallery with expanded shirt colours. An on‑site tailor...

By WWD
Kim Gordon Was Always an Artist First
NewsMar 12, 2026

Kim Gordon Was Always an Artist First

Kim Gordon, co‑founder of Sonic Youth, continues to prioritize visual art alongside music. In March 2026, Amant in Brooklyn launches two concurrent shows: her solo survey “Count Your Chickens” and the group exhibition “Folded Group,” co‑curated with Bill Nace. The...

By Artnet News
13 Best Sectional Sofas That Are Actually Stylish, Tested (2026)
NewsMar 12, 2026

13 Best Sectional Sofas That Are Actually Stylish, Tested (2026)

The 2026 _AD_ guide ranks the top sectional sofas, highlighting models that blend style, comfort, and durability. It evaluates custom‑ready pieces like Interior Define’s Sloan, low‑profile modulars from Castlery, vintage‑inspired options from Benchmade, and budget‑friendly modulars from Burrow. Testers measured ordering...

By Architectural Digest
Brian Eno and 200+ Artists Urge British Museum to “Stop Erasing Palestine”
NewsMar 12, 2026

Brian Eno and 200+ Artists Urge British Museum to “Stop Erasing Palestine”

Over 200 artists, including Brian Eno, have sent an open letter to the British Museum demanding it stop "erasing Palestine" after the museum altered wall texts in its Middle East galleries, replacing terms like "Palestinian descent" with "Canaanite descent". The petition...

By Hyperallergic
‘Super Mario Galaxy Movie’ Orbiting $160M+ 5-Day Opening; Bound To Be Biggest YTD – Box Office Early Look
NewsMar 12, 2026

‘Super Mario Galaxy Movie’ Orbiting $160M+ 5-Day Opening; Bound To Be Biggest YTD – Box Office Early Look

Illumination, Nintendo and Universal expect The Super Mario Galaxy Movie to open with more than $160 million in its first five domestic days, positioning it as the biggest box‑office performer of 2026 so far. The sequel surpasses the 2023 Mario Bros launch, which earned $204.6 million...

By Deadline
Teamsters Call on DOJ to Stop Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger: “We’ve Seen What Happens When Corporations Consolidate Power”
NewsMar 12, 2026

Teamsters Call on DOJ to Stop Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger: “We’ve Seen What Happens When Corporations Consolidate Power”

The International Brotherhood of Teamsters has formally asked the Department of Justice to block the $111 billion Paramount‑Warner Bros. merger unless enforceable worker protections are included. Union leaders highlighted concerns that the deal could trigger layoffs and diminish domestic production for...

By The Hollywood Reporter (THR)
This Isn't Just Another Rocky World Orbiting a Red Dwarf. This One's Special
NewsMar 12, 2026

This Isn't Just Another Rocky World Orbiting a Red Dwarf. This One's Special

Astronomers have validated TOI-4616 b, an Earth-sized rocky planet orbiting a nearby mid-M dwarf 91 light-years away. The planet’s 1.22 R⊕ radius and 1.55‑day orbit place it in a highly irradiated regime with an equilibrium temperature near 525 K, making its atmosphere vulnerable...

By Universe Today
Reading DNA Sequence and Epigenetic Modification State in 1 Molecule
NewsMar 12, 2026

Reading DNA Sequence and Epigenetic Modification State in 1 Molecule

Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania have unveiled an integrated sequencing workflow that simultaneously reads DNA sequence and distinguishes cytosine modifications—5‑methylcytosine (5mC) and 5‑hydroxymethylcytosine (5hmC)—on a single molecule. The method creates a hairpin duplex, incorporates deamination‑resistant analogs on the copy...

By Chemical & Engineering News (ACS)
Premeditated Productions Lands Five-Year Extension Of First-Look Deal At Amazon MGM Studios
NewsMar 12, 2026

Premeditated Productions Lands Five-Year Extension Of First-Look Deal At Amazon MGM Studios

Premeditated Productions has secured a five‑year extension of its first‑look deal with Amazon MGM Studios, extending the partnership through summer 2032. Launched in 2024 as the production arm of Entangled Publishing, Premeditated has already greenlit over a dozen adaptations of New York Times...

By Deadline
Avoidant Attachment Explained—Signs, Causes, and What It Means for Kids
NewsMar 12, 2026

Avoidant Attachment Explained—Signs, Causes, and What It Means for Kids

Avoidant attachment in children arises when caregivers are emotionally distant or inconsistent, leading to distrust, emotional numbness, and long‑term mental‑health challenges. Approximately 23% of the population exhibits this insecure style, which can manifest as excessive independence and difficulty forming close...

By Parents
6 Food Documentaries that Will Change How You See What’s on Your Plate
NewsMar 12, 2026

6 Food Documentaries that Will Change How You See What’s on Your Plate

Entertainment Weekly highlights six food documentaries that reshape how audiences view cuisine, ranging from the meticulous artistry of *Jiro Dreams of Sushi* to the corporate critique in *Food, Inc.*. The curated list includes titles that explore culinary mastery, health implications...

By Entertainment Weekly (Movies)
BBC Inside Science
NewsMar 12, 2026

BBC Inside Science

New research presented on BBC Inside Science indicates the planet is heating faster than climate models projected for the past decade. Professor Laura Wilcox explains the aerosol‑climate interaction data driving the revised warming trend, while scientists remain divided on whether...

By BBC News – Science & Environment
John Lennon and Yoko Ono’s “Power to the People” Concerts Coming to Theaters This Spring
NewsMar 12, 2026

John Lennon and Yoko Ono’s “Power to the People” Concerts Coming to Theaters This Spring

John Lennon and Yoko Ono’s historic 1972 “Power to the People” concerts at Madison Square Garden will be released as a restored film, screening on April 29 and May 3. The double‑feature captures the only full‑length live performances Lennon gave after the...

By Consequence – Film
BMW Gives Us Our First Look at the Facelifted 2027 7-Series Sedan
NewsMar 12, 2026

BMW Gives Us Our First Look at the Facelifted 2027 7-Series Sedan

BMW has released a teaser image hinting at a facelift for the 2027 7‑Series sedan, marking a mid‑cycle refresh rather than a brand‑new generation. The update will feature a redesigned front fascia with sleeker split headlights and an illuminated kidney...

By Car and Driver
Regent Seven Seas Cruises Debuts Air Concierge
NewsMar 12, 2026

Regent Seven Seas Cruises Debuts Air Concierge

Regent Seven Seas Cruises is launching an Air Concierge service on April 1, 2026 for U.S. and Canadian travelers. The program replaces the Ultimate All‑Inclusive Fare, offering real‑time market airfare, personalized routing, cabin‑class selection, and flexible dates. Guests pay a...

By Recommend
6 Training Tips From Olympian Grant Fisher on Going From a 5K to a Half Marathon
NewsMar 12, 2026

6 Training Tips From Olympian Grant Fisher on Going From a 5K to a Half Marathon

Two‑time Olympic medalist Grant Fisher is transitioning from track to road racing by targeting the New York City Half Marathon on March 15. To adapt, he swapped short, high‑intensity intervals for longer threshold workouts and boosted his weekly mileage to...

By Runners World
Listen to the Stories of 8 Climbers, From the Late Upside-Down Soloist to the Trad Princess
NewsMar 12, 2026

Listen to the Stories of 8 Climbers, From the Late Upside-Down Soloist to the Trad Princess

Climbing.com has launched an audio playlist that curates eight in‑depth climber profiles, ranging from legendary alpinists to unconventional free‑soloists. Each story is available via a “Listen” button and runs between six and twenty‑seven minutes, catering to fans who prefer audio...

By Climbing
How To Find A Group Trip That Lets You Have Space
NewsMar 12, 2026

How To Find A Group Trip That Lets You Have Space

The article highlights low‑pressure group‑travel options for introverts and independent travelers, emphasizing formats such as short day tours, wellness‑focused retreats, and multi‑day trips with private rooms. It cites operators like Intrepid Travel, Travel Divas, Context Travel, and G Adventures that...

By Travel Noire
Snowboarder Makes DIY Tow Rope Out of Riding Lawn Mower
NewsMar 12, 2026

Snowboarder Makes DIY Tow Rope Out of Riding Lawn Mower

A Winnipeg snowboarder transformed a rusted riding mower into a homemade tow rope, creating a DIY lift capable of pulling three riders up a slope. He sourced the mower on Facebook Marketplace, rewired it, added an extra tire groove and...

By The Inertia
Sony Has ‘No Information’ on the Fate of the Afeela Project After Honda’s EV Pullback
NewsMar 12, 2026

Sony Has ‘No Information’ on the Fate of the Afeela Project After Honda’s EV Pullback

Sony Honda Mobility confirmed it has no new information on the Afeela 1 after Honda announced a pause on its U.S. EV program, which includes the 0 Series sedan, SUV and Acura RSX. The joint venture had completed trial production...

By The Drive
‘Single Female’ Movie Starring Jenna Ortega And Taylor Russell Taps Sarah DeLappe To Write; Stacey Sher And Marisa Paiva Join...
NewsMar 12, 2026

‘Single Female’ Movie Starring Jenna Ortega And Taylor Russell Taps Sarah DeLappe To Write; Stacey Sher And Marisa Paiva Join...

Sarah DeLappe has been tapped to write the script for 3000 Pictures’ remake of the 1992 thriller Single White Female, now titled Single Female, starring Jenna Ortega and Taylor Russell. Veteran producers Stacey Sher and studio veteran Marisa Paiva are...

By Deadline
Our Favorite Gordon Ramsay Cookbook Is Perfect For Chefs Of All Experience Levels
NewsMar 12, 2026

Our Favorite Gordon Ramsay Cookbook Is Perfect For Chefs Of All Experience Levels

Gordon Ramsay’s Ultimate Cookery Course, first published in 2012 as a TV companion, became his most acclaimed cookbook. A U.S. edition titled Home Cooking arrived in 2013, converting all measurements to imperial units. The book’s chapter layout—covering budget meals, advance prep,...

By Tasting Table
Bra Straps and Panty Lines Used to Be a Red Carpet Don’t. Now They’re Front-and-Center.
NewsMar 12, 2026

Bra Straps and Panty Lines Used to Be a Red Carpet Don’t. Now They’re Front-and-Center.

Celebrity stylists are deliberately placing visible bra straps and panty lines on red‑carpet outfits, turning what was once a tabloid scandal into a fashion statement. Tara Swennen, known for dressing Oscar and Emmy regulars, has championed the look with clients...

By The Wall Street Journal – Style (Off Duty adjacent)
Vitalist Bay 2026 Returns to Berkeley May 14–17
NewsMar 12, 2026

Vitalist Bay 2026 Returns to Berkeley May 14–17

Vitalist Bay 2026, the world’s largest longevity festival, returns to Berkeley’s Lighthaven campus from May 14‑17. The four‑day event consolidates six thematic tracks—Biotech, Investors, Replacement, Longevity Science, AI × Bio, and Biostasis—and features more than 60 top researchers, founders, and clinicians as...

By Lifespan.io
Don't Toss Those Old Tuna Cans! Here's How To Turn Them Into Adorable DIY Planters
NewsMar 12, 2026

Don't Toss Those Old Tuna Cans! Here's How To Turn Them Into Adorable DIY Planters

Repurposing empty tuna cans into DIY planters offers a budget‑friendly, eco‑conscious alternative to pricey garden containers. The process involves cleaning the cans, adding drainage holes, and customizing them with paint, chalkboard coating, or washi tape. Small tins are ideal for...

By Chowhound
Here’s Why This Groundbreaking Black Woman-Owned Sedona Resort Should Be On Your Radar
NewsMar 12, 2026

Here’s Why This Groundbreaking Black Woman-Owned Sedona Resort Should Be On Your Radar

The Jenesis House, Arizona’s first Black woman‑owned resort, opened in Sedona as a dedicated wellness estate. It offers limited‑capacity immersion stays and day‑pass spa services, emphasizing holistic healing amid the region’s iconic red‑rock scenery. Guests can choose from a wide...

By Travel Noire
H5N1 Bird Flu Spreads to Sea Otters and Sea Lions Along San Mateo Coast, Wildlife Experts Say
NewsMar 12, 2026

H5N1 Bird Flu Spreads to Sea Otters and Sea Lions Along San Mateo Coast, Wildlife Experts Say

Highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza, previously found in northern elephant seals, has now been confirmed in a sea otter and a sea lion along California's San Mateo coast. The virus carries the A3 mutation, which facilitates mammal‑to‑mammal transmission and originates...

By Los Angeles Times – Climate & Environment
QphoX Launches Quantum Transducer for Distributed Long-Distance Networking
NewsMar 12, 2026

QphoX Launches Quantum Transducer for Distributed Long-Distance Networking

QphoX has released a commercial Quantum Transducer that converts microwave‑based qubit states into optical photons for transmission over standard fiber at room temperature. The device leverages photonic integration, MEMS and superconducting nanofabrication to achieve high‑fidelity, low‑noise state conversion. IBM will...

By Quantum Computing Report
Overlooked Brainstem Pathway Discovered to Control Human Hands
NewsMar 12, 2026

Overlooked Brainstem Pathway Discovered to Control Human Hands

Researchers at UC Riverside have identified a conserved brain‑stem and cervical spinal‑cord circuit that works alongside the cortex to produce fine hand movements. Functional MRI in mice and humans revealed relay centers in the medulla and C3‑C4 propriospinal segments that...

By Neuroscience News
At Wandering Courtyard House, Rebuild Collective and 1+1+ Architects Turn Los Angeles’s Zoning Setbacks Into the Design Itself
NewsMar 12, 2026

At Wandering Courtyard House, Rebuild Collective and 1+1+ Architects Turn Los Angeles’s Zoning Setbacks Into the Design Itself

Rebuild Collective and 1+1+ Architects completed the Wandering Courtyard House in Monterey Park, California, turning mandatory zoning setbacks into a series of outdoor rooms. The 0.15‑acre, single‑family residence, finished in August 2025, features a curving teak deck that adds roughly 1,100 sq ft of...

By The Architect’s Newspaper
Study Finds Livestock Pushing Lions Away From Shared Rangeland in Kenya
NewsMar 12, 2026

Study Finds Livestock Pushing Lions Away From Shared Rangeland in Kenya

A new study of Kenya’s Mara conservancies shows that lions increasingly steer clear of zones where Maasai cattle have recently grazed, even after the herds have moved on. Researchers surveyed seven community‑owned conservancies between 2015 and 2023, covering roughly 69,000...

By Mongabay
Black Label Society and Veeps to Livestream First Live Performance of “Ozzy’s Song”
NewsMar 12, 2026

Black Label Society and Veeps to Livestream First Live Performance of “Ozzy’s Song”

Black Label Society will debut "Ozzy's Song," a tribute to the late Ozzy Osbourne, during their March 27 show at The Sylvee in Madison, Wisconsin. The performance coincides with the release of their new album *Engines of Destruction* and will...

By MetalSucks
Collector Bob Rennie Donates 24 Works to National Gallery of Canada
NewsMar 12, 2026

Collector Bob Rennie Donates 24 Works to National Gallery of Canada

The National Gallery of Canada in Ottawa received a gift of 24 contemporary artworks from collector Bob Rennie and his family, bringing their total donations to 284 since 2012. The donation includes 17 pieces by Christopher Williams, two by Kerry James Marshall, four...

By Art in America
Netflix Is Developing a Series About Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera
NewsMar 12, 2026

Netflix Is Developing a Series About Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera

Netflix announced a scripted series chronicling the lives of Mexican artists Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera. The drama adapts French author Claire Berest’s biography and will be directed by Patricia Riggen and Gabriel Ripstein, with María Renée Prudencio as head writer. Production is in early...

By Art in America
Researchers Identify Personality Traits that Predict Alcohol Relapse After Treatment
NewsMar 12, 2026

Researchers Identify Personality Traits that Predict Alcohol Relapse After Treatment

French researchers found that the personality trait of novelty‑seeking is the strongest predictor of alcohol relapse within three months after inpatient withdrawal. In a cohort of 76 patients, 29 relapsed and scored higher on novelty‑seeking and lower on harm avoidance,...

By PsyPost
Allowing Atoms to Come and Go Can Open the Door to Better Materials Modeling
NewsMar 12, 2026

Allowing Atoms to Come and Go Can Open the Door to Better Materials Modeling

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory researchers unveiled a novel simulation method that lets atoms be added or removed gradually, mimicking real‑world defect dynamics. Published in Physical Review Letters, the technique accurately models point defects and grain‑boundary structures at finite temperatures. By...

By Phys.org – Nanotechnology
Why You’re Probably Doing Baseline Training Wrong
NewsMar 12, 2026

Why You’re Probably Doing Baseline Training Wrong

Orthopedic surgeon and trail runner Howard Luks warns that many runners mistake comfortable‑feeling runs for proper base training. He explains that cardiovascular fitness (oxygen delivery) and aerobic fitness (oxygen utilization) are distinct, and easy‑day heart rates often sit in the...

By Canadian Running Magazine
The 2026 Oscars Should Have Happened Already and People Are Tired of Waiting
NewsMar 12, 2026

The 2026 Oscars Should Have Happened Already and People Are Tired of Waiting

The 98th Academy Awards will be broadcast on March 15, 2026, more than two months after the new year began. The date results from a cascade of scheduling conflicts, including the Critics Choice Awards, SAG‑AFTRA ceremony, and the Winter Olympics,...

By ComingSoon.net
Major Risk Factor for Rare Early-Onset Dementia Found
NewsMar 12, 2026

Major Risk Factor for Rare Early-Onset Dementia Found

Researchers at VIB and the University of Antwerp have identified a repeat expansion in the GOLGA8A gene as a major genetic risk factor for atypical frontotemporal lobar degeneration with ubiquitin‑positive inclusions (aFTLD‑U). The expansion appears in nearly 60 % of examined...

By Neuroscience News
Pollen-Replacing Feed Strengthens Honey Bee Colonies, Long-Term Study Confirms
NewsMar 12, 2026

Pollen-Replacing Feed Strengthens Honey Bee Colonies, Long-Term Study Confirms

A large‑scale field trial led by Washington State University tested APIX Biosciences' nutritionally complete pollen‑replacing feed across five commercial beekeeping operations in California and Idaho. Colonies receiving the feed showed dramatically lower winter mortality—dropping from 28.8% to 15%—and emerged from...

By Phys.org – Biotechnology
Fossil Relaunches '90s Cult Favorite Big Tic Watch Design for Spring 2026
NewsMar 12, 2026

Fossil Relaunches '90s Cult Favorite Big Tic Watch Design for Spring 2026

Fossil is reviving its iconic Big Tic watch line for Spring 2026, marking the 25th anniversary of the original Y2K‑era design. The rollout includes a limited‑edition Y2K model priced between $170 and $195, a sleek Machine version at $195‑$220, and a World...

By Complex – Style
The Most Common Reasons Marathoners Stop in Medical Tents on Race Day Might Surprise You, According to a Sports Medicine...
NewsMar 12, 2026

The Most Common Reasons Marathoners Stop in Medical Tents on Race Day Might Surprise You, According to a Sports Medicine...

At the 2023 New York City Marathon, medical staff treated roughly 1,500 runners at the finish‑line tent. Sports‑medicine physician Dr. Jeremy Roberts identified the five most common conditions that send marathoners to medical care: hypoglycemia, hypovolemia, hyponatremia, hypothermia and hyperthermia....

By Runners World
NASA Clears Its Artemis Moon Rocket for an April Launch with Four Astronauts Following Repairs
NewsMar 12, 2026

NASA Clears Its Artemis Moon Rocket for an April Launch with Four Astronauts Following Repairs

NASA announced that the Artemis II Space Launch System rocket has passed its final flight‑readiness review and is slated for a launch as early as April 1, following repairs that sealed hydrogen leaks and corrected a helium‑flow fault. The 322‑foot vehicle will...

By Phys.org - Space News
Patients 50 Years and Older Satisfied with ACL Reconstruction
NewsMar 12, 2026

Patients 50 Years and Older Satisfied with ACL Reconstruction

A recent AAOS presentation revealed that patients aged 50 and older experience high satisfaction after anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction, with 91.5% meeting expectations. The NYU Langone Health retrospective study of 155 cases reported a 7.1% graft‑failure rate and a...

By Healio