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 pop‑ready production. Davis frames the song around environmental collapse and a hopeful night‑time metaphor, continuing the album’s “canyon country” aesthetic that nods to 1960s‑70s country‑rock. The release follows earlier singles “(Looking Through) Rose Colored Glasses” and “11:11.”
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...
Alejandro Aranda Announces ‘Hondo World Tour’
Alejandro Aranda, the former "Scarypoolparty" and American Idol runner‑up, announced his "Hondo World Tour" covering more than 30 North American cities from June 4 to August 7. The itinerary includes major markets such as Chicago, New York, Toronto, Los Angeles and Seattle,...
Mom Says Husband Doesn’t Understand Value Of Barista Job With Built-In Childcare
Amanda, a 36‑year‑old barista, enjoys a job that lets her bring her children to work, eliminating daycare expenses. Her husband, however, urges her to pursue a higher‑paying position, arguing she could do more than a "16‑year‑old" job. Amanda posted on...
Alan Jackson Reveals New Country Music Festival In Florida
Alan Jackson announced the inaugural 5 O’Clock Somewhere Fest, a two‑day country music event in the Palm Beaches, Florida on June 12‑13, headlined by Ella Langley and Old Dominion and featuring ten acts plus comedian Dusty Slay. Tickets go on sale March 27 through the...
QpiAI Implements High-Speed Hardware Decoder for 64-Qubit Kaveri Processor
QpiAI unveiled a custom hardware quantum error correction decoder for its 64‑qubit Kaveri superconducting processor. The decoder employs a union‑find algorithm to implement a distance‑5 rotated surface code, requiring 49 physical qubits to encode a single logical qubit. It achieves...
BE:FIRST’s ‘BE:FIRST ALL DAY’ Tops Japan Hot 100
BE:FIRST’s hip‑hop single “BE:FIRST ALL DAY” entered the Billboard Japan Hot 100 at No. 1 on the March 25 chart, delivering the group’s 11th chart‑topping hit. The track dominated radio airplay, digital downloads and video views while landing at No. 6 for streaming....
Quick Answers to Common Questions About Early Childhood Education
Early childhood education in the United States remains fragmented, with 17 states and the District of Columbia mandating kindergarten attendance as of 2023. Preschool programs lack a national standard, varying between publicly funded and private tuition‑based models. The federal Head...
Step Into the Life of 4 Pro Triathletes Chasing 70.3 Oceanside
Four professional triathletes—Sam Long, Jackie Hering, Miguel Mattox, and Kirsten Kasper—are navigating intense training blocks for the 2026 Ironman 70.3 Oceanside while juggling family, work, and academic commitments. Their hardest days feature race‑specific power intervals, long rides, and multi‑sport bricks,...
Drinking Coffee for Smarts over Stature
A recent JAMA cohort study of 131,000 adults found that drinking 2–3 cups of caffeinated coffee daily (≈300 mg caffeine) is associated with the lowest risk of dementia, while decaffeinated coffee showed no benefit. The finding aligns with a 2024 umbrella...
From ‘Game of Thrones’ to ‘Downton Abbey’—Iconic Costumes Go on View in Scotland
Costume Couture: Sixty Years of Cosprop, showcasing over 8,000 historic garments, opens at Edinburgh’s Dovecot Studios on July 18, 2026, running through January 9, 2027. The exhibition, originally staged at London’s Fashion and Textile Museum, features more than 80 iconic costumes from...
How Seaport Is Hedging Against Failure in Phase 2b Depression Study
Seaport Therapeutics is embedding a fail‑safe mechanism into its Phase 2b trial of SPT‑300, an experimental therapy for major depressive disorder. The study will enroll roughly 300 patients at multiple U.S. sites and uses an adaptive design that can halt...
30 Years Ago, Robots Learned to Walk Without Falling
In 1996 Honda unveiled Prototype 2 (P2), the first self‑contained bipedal robot that could walk dynamically without falling, standing 183 cm tall and weighing 210 kg. The robot’s real‑time posture control, multi‑joint coordination, and stair‑climbing capability earned it IEEE Milestone status, with a...
I’ve Tested Over a Dozen Alarm Clocks, and the Hatch Is My Favorite
The Strategist tested dozens of alarm clocks and found Hatch’s Restore 3 to be the standout. This sunrise alarm mimics natural light, offering customizable color, gradual brightening, and on‑device controls that eliminate the need for a phone at night. While basic...
The Secret to Italian Interiors? Intentional Mismatching
Studio DB’s renovation of an 1813 Lake Como villa showcases an Italian interior philosophy built on intentional mismatching. The design blends sun‑washed terracotta, faded citron, deep lake blues, Murano glass chandeliers, and weathered wooden furnishings to create a layered, lived‑in look. Vintage...
Webb & Hubble Capture New Views of Saturn
NASA, ESA, and CSA combined the James Webb Space Telescope’s infrared power with Hubble’s visible‑light imaging to deliver the most detailed, layered view of Saturn to date. The paired observations captured a long‑lived jet stream, remnants of the 2011‑12 Great...
Can Home-Cooked Meals Help Stave Off Dementia?
Researchers at the Tokyo Institute of Science tracked nearly 11,000 Japanese adults aged 65+ for six years and found that frequent home cooking was linked to up to a 30% lower risk of developing dementia. Even cooking once a week...
Iowa’s Cancer Crisis Linked to Pesticides, PFAS, Fertilizer and Radon, Report Says
A new report by the Harkin Institute and the Iowa Environmental Council links Iowa's soaring cancer rates to four major environmental exposures—pesticides, PFAS, nitrate‑laden fertilizer runoff, and radon. The analysis cites heavy pesticide use (over 60 million pounds annually), widespread PFAS...
Alex Garland’s Civil War Captures What Journalists Do, Like It or Not
Alex Garland’s 2024 film *Civil War* uses a near‑future American conflict to explore the role of journalists in war zones, following photojournalist Lee and reporter Joel as they chase an exclusive interview with a besieged president. The narrative highlights the...
Earth’s Magnetic Field May Be More Powerful than We Thought
Scientists analyzing data from China’s Chang’e 4 lunar lander discovered a magnetic "cavity" extending from Earth to the Moon, where galactic cosmic rays are deflected by the planet’s magnetosphere. The study, published in Science Advances, shows Earth’s magnetic influence reaches farther...
Rare Andean Bear Captured in Stunning Photograph
Sebastian Di Domenico’s photograph of an Andean bear perched on a moss‑covered branch in Colombia’s Chingaza Ecopalacio Reserve has been shortlisted for the 2026 Sony World Photography Awards. The image captures a roughly five‑year‑old male, a rare sighting that suggests the...
Ace Ventura’s “Butt Birth” Rhino Prop Sells for Nearly $60,000
The full‑size mechanical rhino used in the iconic “butt birth” scene of Jim Carrey’s 1995 film *Ace Ventura: When Nature Calls* sold at auction for $59,850. The final price far exceeded the original $4,000‑$8,000 estimate after 14 competitive bids. The...
This Muscle Is the Unsung Hero of Longevity
The New York Times highlights the gluteus muscles as a critical, yet overlooked, factor in healthy aging. Experts explain that strong glutes stabilize the pelvis, reduce back and knee pain, and lower the risk of falls among seniors. Prolonged sitting weakens these...
Side Door No. 2: How Taper’s Choice Became One of the Jam World’s Most Exciting Bands
Taper’s Choice, a supergroup jam band featuring members of Real Estate, Vampire Weekend and Darkside, has cemented its reputation as one of the most inventive acts in the jam scene. After founder Dave Harrington stepped away in early 2026, the...
The Freeride World Tour Finale in Switzerland Is Here. Who Could Win?
The Freeride World Tour’s grand finale returns to the legendary Bec des Rosses in Verbier, Switzerland on March 28, 2026. The event, streamed for free on the FWT website, will decide the season’s overall champions. Women’s leader Sybille Blanjean holds...
Stray Kids Celebrate 8th Anniversary With New Single ‘별, 빛 (STAY)’: Stream It Now
South Korean boy band Stray Kids marked their eighth anniversary on March 25 by releasing the single “별, 빛 (STAY),” a guitar‑piano ballad dedicated to their fanbase, known as STAY. Members HAN and Seungmin co‑wrote and composed the track, while...
13 New Projects at CERN Funded by Europe in 2026
CERN has secured European Union Horizon Europe funding for 13 new projects slated to start in 2026, with the laboratory leading coordination of five flagship initiatives: ATTRACT EXPAND, EPITA, iRIS, PRISMAP+ and RADNEXT 2030. ATTRACT EXPAND will channel support to 30 high‑potential technologies...
AI-Proof Your Kids
John Nosta warns that AI’s instant answers risk short‑circuiting children’s cognitive development. While AI can clarify concepts and spark curiosity, it also removes the natural struggle that builds judgment and depth. Nosta proposes ten parenting rules that preserve effort, uncertainty,...
Judy Garland's Birthplace Is A Midwest Gem Featuring A Museum With Iconic 'Wizard Of Oz' Memorabilia
The Judy Garland Museum in Grand Rapids, Minnesota, showcases the legendary actress’s early life, featuring her relocated 1920s childhood home and a collection of Wizard of Oz memorabilia. Highlights include a horse‑drawn carriage from the film, an Andy Warhol screen print,...
NASA-JAXA’s XRISM Telescope Clocks Hot Wind of Galaxy M82
NASA and Japan’s space agency JAXA have used the XRISM X‑ray telescope to capture the first high‑resolution view of a scorching galactic wind blowing out of the starburst galaxy M82. The Resolve spectrometer measured gas heated to roughly 10 million kelvin...
After Habermas
The essay reflects on a North‑American left‑wing scholar’s evolving relationship with Jürgen Habermas, from early admiration to critical divergence. It traces how Habermas’s concepts of communicative action, the public sphere, and the colonisation of the lifeworld shaped her critical‑theory foundation, while...
Rumors 2026 – Song by Maino
Maino released the confrontational hip‑hop single “Rumors 2026” on March 24, 2026, directly addressing recent controversies such as a funeral fight, a sneaker‑store robbery shooting, and disputes over his hometown origins. The track also targets rivals like Hassan Campbell, serving as a...
DJ Nobu Selects 10 Leftfield Tracks He Has on Rotation While Touring
Veteran techno DJ Nobu, known for his high‑octane global sets, is channeling meditation and lay Buddhism into a new five‑track EP titled *Shō*, due on fabric Originals on 27 March. The minimalist, meditative record marks a stylistic pivot from his usual...
New Dance Music-Dedicated Radio Station Opens in San Francisco, program.audio
Program.audio, a new online radio station dedicated to dance music, launched on March 21 from a 59‑year‑old Fotomat kiosk on San Francisco’s Haight Street. The venture is the brainchild of local DJs sfcowboy and erika, who previously ran a club night...
Legendary Bassist Melvin Gibbs Shares New Book Tracing the History of Black Music
Legendary bassist Melvin Gibbs is releasing a 300‑page book, *How Black Music Took Over the World*, on April 14 through Basic Books. The work charts the evolution of Black music from early diaspora rhythms to contemporary icons such as Beyoncé...
LuisaViaRoma Files for Liquidation Procedure, Employees to Strike in Florence
LuisaViaRoma, the Florence‑based luxury e‑tailer, filed for a court‑mediated “Concordato Semplificato” liquidation procedure on March 25, 2026, seeking court approval of a restructuring plan within 60 days. The board approved a €15 million ($16.5 million) capital increase to address roughly €30 million ($33 million)...
Jack Harlow Announces Dates for 2026 North American Monica Tour
Jack Harlow announced a 16‑city North American tour supporting his new R&B‑leaning album Monica, kicking off on August 4 in Brooklyn and concluding on September 21 in Oakland. Tickets enter a Citi‑exclusive presale on March 26, with general sales opening March 27. The album,...
CMA Fest Announces 100+ Performers for Daytime Stages, Including Stephen Wilson Jr., Tucker Wetmore, the War and Treaty, Melissa Etheridge
CMA Fest has revealed its daytime schedule, adding more than 100 free performances across three downtown Nashville venues from June 4‑7. The lineup includes veteran acts such as Melissa Etheridge and the War and Treaty, alongside rising stars like Stephen Wilson Jr.,...
Chaka Khan Says Modern Pop Stars Use “Butts and Body Parts” To Compensate for Lack of Talent
Chaka Khan, 73, told Jessie Ware’s Table Manners podcast that many modern pop singers rely on provocative choreography—"butts and body parts"—to mask a lack of vocal talent. She contrasted today’s stage demands with the era of legends who could sing...
Megan Thee Stallion Celebrates Broadway ‘Moulin Rouge’ Debut in Stuart Weitzman’s Nudist Sandals
Megan Thee Stallion made her Broadway debut as Harold Zidler in “Moulin Rouge The Musical,” becoming the first female‑identifying performer to play the traditionally male role. She stepped out of the Al Hirschfeld Theatre in Stuart Weitzman’s gold‑metallic Nudist sandals, which...
No, Calm Is Not the Only Goal of Yoga
Recent commentary challenges the pervasive belief that calm is yoga’s ultimate aim. The author argues that yoga should embrace the full spectrum of emotions, using breathwork and mindfulness to recognize activation signals such as anger and irritation. By shifting focus...
Bad Bunny, Paul McCartney, Rihanna & More: The Highest Grossing Artists at Each MLB Stadium
Billboard identified the highest‑grossing concerts ever held at each of the 30 MLB stadiums, highlighting Coldplay’s four‑night, $27.6 million run at Toronto’s Rogers Centre as the top taker. The analysis notes that only 17 shows have sold more than 100,000 tickets,...
India Sets Achievable Green Electricity and Emissions Intensity Targets
India has officially approved its next climate NDC, setting a 47% reduction in greenhouse‑gas emissions intensity by 2035 relative to 2005 levels. The plan also targets non‑fossil electricity capacity of 60% and a carbon‑sink increase of up to 4 billion tonnes...
Manifesta 16 Ruhr Announces List of Artists
Manifesta 16, the 2026 edition of the nomadic European biennial, will open on 21 June across twelve decommissioned modernist churches in the Ruhr’s four cities. Curated by an eight‑person artistic team, the event showcases 106 artists from 30 countries, including 64 new...
QpiAI and Alliance University Establish AU QUASAR Experience Center in Bengaluru
QpiAI and Alliance University have launched the AU QUASAR Experience Center at Alliance’s Electronic City campus in Bengaluru. The center houses QpiAI’s 8‑qubit superconducting QVidya quantum processor and the Explorer software, delivering on‑site quantum computing as a service. It aims to...