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When Diversity Is Stressful, Focus on Building Trust
NewsMar 18, 2026

When Diversity Is Stressful, Focus on Building Trust

Claude Steele’s new book *Churn* extends his seminal work on stereotype threat by naming the anxiety that arises when diverse identities intersect in high‑stakes situations. He argues that this "churn" hampers performance and flow, but can be mitigated through explicit...

By Greater Good Magazine (UC Berkeley)
Jane Fonda to Star in Movie Adaptation of Virginia Evans' Best-Seller “The Correspondent”
NewsMar 18, 2026

Jane Fonda to Star in Movie Adaptation of Virginia Evans' Best-Seller “The Correspondent”

Veteran actress Jane Fonda has been cast as the lead in the film adaptation of Virginia Evans’ New York Times bestseller *The Correspondent*. The story follows retired lawyer Sybil Van Antwerp, who uses a series of letters to navigate trauma and rediscover...

By Entertainment Weekly (Movies)
You’re Not The Only One
NewsMar 18, 2026

You’re Not The Only One

The Daily Dad Society calls out to fathers coping with separation, divorce, deployment, or any prolonged distance from their children. It frames the emotional strain as a universal, timeless pain shared across immigrant families, empty‑nesters, and split households. To combat...

By The Daily Dad – Blog
The Comedy of Errors That Was the First-Ever Space Walk
NewsMar 18, 2026

The Comedy of Errors That Was the First-Ever Space Walk

On March 18, 1965, Soviet cosmonaut Alexei Leonov performed humanity’s first extravehicular activity, stepping outside the Voskhod 2 spacecraft for roughly ten minutes. The EVA quickly turned hazardous as his suit swelled, causing glove and boot failures and forcing him to...

By Nautilus
Lorde Is Officially An Independent Artist
NewsMar 18, 2026

Lorde Is Officially An Independent Artist

New Zealand singer Lorde announced she is now an independent artist after her contract with Universal Music Group ended. She reflected on signing her first deal at age 12 and expressed excitement about creative freedom. The announcement coincides with her...

By NYLON
Never Mind Band-Aids, Neanderthals Had Antiseptic Birch Tar
NewsMar 18, 2026

Never Mind Band-Aids, Neanderthals Had Antiseptic Birch Tar

Researchers tested birch tar extracted using Neanderthal methods and found it inhibits Staphylococcus aureus, confirming its antiseptic potential. The study shows Neanderthals could have used birch tar for wound care as early as 200,000 years ago. Modern Indigenous practices align...

By Ars Technica – Science (incl. Energy/Climate)
GE HealthCare, Springbok Analytics Team Up on MRI-Based Muscle Analysis for Sports Medicine, Human Performance Applications
NewsMar 18, 2026

GE HealthCare, Springbok Analytics Team Up on MRI-Based Muscle Analysis for Sports Medicine, Human Performance Applications

GE HealthCare and Springbok Analytics have signed a development agreement to fuse Springbok’s AI‑driven muscle‑analysis platform with GE’s advanced MRI scanners. The collaboration will enable rapid, full‑body MRI exams to be transformed into detailed 3‑D maps that quantify up to...

By Imaging Technology News (ITN)
This 150-Year-Old Train Route Is the Best Way to Get to Scotland—With Cozy Cabins and Stunning Scottish Highlands Views
NewsMar 18, 2026

This 150-Year-Old Train Route Is the Best Way to Get to Scotland—With Cozy Cabins and Stunning Scottish Highlands Views

The Caledonian Sleeper, a heritage rail service operating since 1873, offers nightly journeys between London and Scotland’s major cities. Travelers can choose from standard seats, private cabins, or premium en‑suite suites, while enjoying regional Scottish dishes in the lounge car....

By Travel + Leisure
Hidden In The Southern California Mountains Are Granite Slot Canyons That Feel Like Zion National Park
NewsMar 18, 2026

Hidden In The Southern California Mountains Are Granite Slot Canyons That Feel Like Zion National Park

The San Gabriel Mountains in Southern California boast a network of granite slot canyons that rival Utah’s Zion National Park, offering a natural training ground for canyoneers of all skill levels. Designated a national monument in 2014, the 70‑mile range...

By Islands
Here’s Your Checklist for How to Lower Your Resting Heart Rate—And How Long It Will Take
NewsMar 18, 2026

Here’s Your Checklist for How to Lower Your Resting Heart Rate—And How Long It Will Take

A recent Bicycling article outlines a practical checklist for lowering resting heart rate (RHR), emphasizing at least 150 minutes of moderate‑intensity cardio or 75 minutes of vigorous activity each week. It adds endurance rides, interval training, stress‑reduction practices, a whole‑food...

By Bicycling
The 31-Pitch 1970s Yosemite Route Opened by Canadians
NewsMar 18, 2026

The 31-Pitch 1970s Yosemite Route Opened by Canadians

In 1972 Canadian climbers Hugh Burton and Steve Sutton completed the first ascent of Magic Mushroom, a 31‑pitch, Grade VI 5.10 A4 route on El Capitan. After a storm‑forced retreat the previous year, they returned equipped with a pioneering nylon wall...

By Gripped
How to Build Good Habits that Last, According to a Navy SEAL
NewsMar 18, 2026

How to Build Good Habits that Last, According to a Navy SEAL

Retired Navy Admiral William McRaven argues that lasting success stems from tiny daily habits rather than grand vision. He promotes simple rituals—like making the bed or completing a morning task—to trigger positive feedback loops, reduce decision fatigue, and build momentum. McRaven...

By Quartz — Finance
In John Constable’s Hometown, a Trio of Shows Marks His 250th Birthday
NewsMar 18, 2026

In John Constable’s Hometown, a Trio of Shows Marks His 250th Birthday

A trio of exhibitions at Christchurch Mansion in Suffolk commemorates the 250th anniversary of John Constable’s birth. The first show, "Constable: A Cast of Characters," displays over 100 artworks and personal items, revealing his family, mentors, and early influences. The...

By Artnet News
Albee Layer Surfs What Might Be Maui’s Most Dangerous Slab
NewsMar 18, 2026

Albee Layer Surfs What Might Be Maui’s Most Dangerous Slab

Albee Layer, a renowned big‑wave surfer, recently rode one of Maui’s most treacherous slab waves, captured in a viral Tucker Wooding video. The steep, hollow face—often deemed unsurfable—draws a niche group of elite surfers including Steve Roberson, Ramon Rode and...

By The Inertia
AI Software for Smart Glasses Wins £1m Prize for Technology to Help People with Dementia
NewsMar 18, 2026

AI Software for Smart Glasses Wins £1m Prize for Technology to Help People with Dementia

CrossSense Ltd’s AI‑powered smart glasses, featuring the Wispy conversational assistant, have won the £1 million Longitude prize for dementia technology. The glasses combine a camera, microphone and speakers to deliver real‑time verbal cues and floating text that help wearers complete daily...

By The Guardian – Science
Pasqal and Kipu Quantum Demonstrate Analog Counterdiabatic Optimization on 100 Qubits
NewsMar 18, 2026

Pasqal and Kipu Quantum Demonstrate Analog Counterdiabatic Optimization on 100 Qubits

Pasqal and Kipu Quantum have experimentally realized Analog Counterdiabatic Quantum Computing (ACQC) on neutral‑atom platforms, scaling the protocol to 100 qubits to solve the Maximum Independent Set (MIS) problem. By analytically deriving counterdiabatic corrections for Rabi frequency, detuning and phase,...

By Quantum Computing Report
These Are the 4 Places in the World Where You Can Swim With Humpback Whales
NewsMar 18, 2026

These Are the 4 Places in the World Where You Can Swim With Humpback Whales

Swimming alongside humpback whales is a rare, regulated experience offered at only four locations worldwide. The sites—Vava’u in Tonga, Mo’orea and Rurutu in French Polynesia, Ningaloo Reef in Australia, and the Silver Bank in the Dominican Republic—each have distinct seasonal...

By Travel + Leisure
New Real-World Evidence Supports the Use of AI in Lung Cancer Screening
NewsMar 18, 2026

New Real-World Evidence Supports the Use of AI in Lung Cancer Screening

A prospective trial of 911 asymptomatic patients undergoing low‑dose chest CT showed that AI‑assisted nodule detection modestly increased interpretation time by about 15 seconds but significantly boosted the identification of Lung‑RADS‑positive nodules. Radiologists using the AI tool reported roughly double...

By Radiology Business
Full Album Stream: Putred –Blestemul Din Adânc
NewsMar 18, 2026

Full Album Stream: Putred –Blestemul Din Adânc

Romanian death‑metal quintet Putred is set to release its third full‑length, *Blestemul Din Adânc*, a ten‑track album that includes a Benediction cover. The record, recorded in Deva and Timișoara and mastered in London, will be available on CD and digitally...

By Decibel Magazine (Blog)
Fluorescent Ruby-Like Gems Have Been Found on Mars for the First Time
NewsMar 18, 2026

Fluorescent Ruby-Like Gems Have Been Found on Mars for the First Time

NASA's Perseverance rover has identified tiny corundum crystals—ruby or sapphire‑like gems—inside a Martian pebble named Hampden River. The rover’s SuperCam instrument used dual‑laser spectroscopy and luminescence imaging to match the spectral signature of the grains to laboratory ruby standards. This...

By New Scientist - Space
This Clever Travel Hack Lets You Enjoy the Netherlands’ Iconic Tulip Fields Without the Crowds Each Spring
NewsMar 18, 2026

This Clever Travel Hack Lets You Enjoy the Netherlands’ Iconic Tulip Fields Without the Crowds Each Spring

Each spring the Netherlands’ tulip season draws massive crowds to flagship sites like Keukenhof. A lesser‑known alternative is the delta island of Goeree‑Overflakkee, where €82 million worth of bulbs are cultivated and the fields remain largely uncrowded. Visitors can reach the...

By Travel + Leisure
How to Get Back Into Running This Spring
NewsMar 18, 2026

How to Get Back Into Running This Spring

Winter’s extreme cold and snow left many runners deconditioned, disrupting training plans and canceling races across the U.S. As temperatures rise, experts warn that a sudden return to pre‑winter mileage can increase injury risk. Cardiologist Dr. Tamanna Singh and coach...

By The New York Times – Well
Building Trust in the Future of Quantum Computing
NewsMar 18, 2026

Building Trust in the Future of Quantum Computing

Researchers at Japan Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (JAIST) have launched a formal‑methods program to make quantum computers trustworthy. Their Laboratory on Formal Methods for Quantum Computing has introduced Concurrent Dynamic Quantum Logic (CDQL), a framework that can model...

By Phys.org (Quantum Physics News)
The Truth About Ruby Cooper by Liz Nugent
NewsMar 18, 2026

The Truth About Ruby Cooper by Liz Nugent

Liz Nugent’s new novel *The Truth About Ruby Cooper* follows the split‑screen lives of Boston‑raised Ruby and her sister Erin after a traumatic incident shatters their privileged family. The narrative jumps between Boston and Dublin, exposing a web of secrets,...

By Crime Fiction Lover
Why Doesn’t Astronomy Magazine Recognize Messier 110?
NewsMar 18, 2026

Why Doesn’t Astronomy Magazine Recognize Messier 110?

Astronomy magazine does not list Messier 110 because the original Messier catalogue, compiled by Charles Messier, stops at 103 objects. Although Messier observed the Andromeda satellite galaxy, he never assigned it a Messier number, and it was only added by amateur Kenneth Glyn Jones...

By Astronomy Magazine
Swap The Pricey Napa Trip For A Day Out At These 5 Dreamy Midwestern Wineries, According To Reviews
NewsMar 18, 2026

Swap The Pricey Napa Trip For A Day Out At These 5 Dreamy Midwestern Wineries, According To Reviews

Travelers seeking wine experiences are turning to the Midwest as a cost‑effective alternative to Napa Valley. The region boasts 20 American Viticultural Areas and hundreds of wineries, with five standout estates—Brys Estate in Michigan, Urban Vines in Indiana, Wollersheim in...

By Islands
The RPE Scale Explained: How Lifters Use Effort to Drive Strength and Muscle Gains
NewsMar 18, 2026

The RPE Scale Explained: How Lifters Use Effort to Drive Strength and Muscle Gains

The Rate of Perceived Exertion (RPE) scale lets lifters gauge effort instead of relying solely on fixed percentages of a one‑rep max. By estimating reps‑in‑reserve, athletes can adjust load daily to match sleep, stress, nutrition and fatigue levels. The article...

By Muscle & Fitness
Try These Glute Exercises to Unlock Unshakeable Knees
NewsMar 18, 2026

Try These Glute Exercises to Unlock Unshakeable Knees

Coach and ultrarunner Meg Takacs emphasizes glute medius conditioning to protect knee stability. She outlines four targeted exercises—Cossack squats, weighted glute bridges, abduction/adduction drills, and box step‑ups—each with scaling options. Proper form shifts load from the knee to the glutes,...

By Canadian Running Magazine
Spider-Man: Brand New Day Trailer Confirms A Major Change For Tom Holland's Peter Parker
NewsMar 18, 2026

Spider-Man: Brand New Day Trailer Confirms A Major Change For Tom Holland's Peter Parker

Marvel and Sony’s upcoming Spider‑Man: Brand New Day trailer reveals a major shift: Tom Holland’s Peter Parker will sport organic web shooters, a nod to the character’s original comic ability. The change arrives as the MCU grapples with a string...

By /Film (Slashfilm)
This Artist Explores Where the Information Superhighway Is Really Taking Us
NewsMar 18, 2026

This Artist Explores Where the Information Superhighway Is Really Taking Us

Linn Phyllis Seeger, an artist who cannot drive, continues her fascination with automobiles through digital media. Her 2024 film "The (Un)event (side c)" examined Google Maps' virtual traffic, and her latest solo show at Shipton Gallery expands this inquiry with...

By Dazed – Art & Photography
Simeon Panda Shoulder Workout: 4 Exercises to Build Bigger Delts, Strength & Upper Body Power
NewsMar 18, 2026

Simeon Panda Shoulder Workout: 4 Exercises to Build Bigger Delts, Strength & Upper Body Power

Fitness influencer Simeon Panda, with over 17 million followers, posted a four‑exercise shoulder routine on Instagram that emphasizes high volume. The program consists of seated Smith‑machine presses, standing dumbbell presses, dumbbell lateral raises, and reverse pec‑dec flyes, each performed for six...

By Muscle & Fitness
An AI Val Kilmer Is Set to Posthumously Appear in a New Movie
NewsMar 18, 2026

An AI Val Kilmer Is Set to Posthumously Appear in a New Movie

A generative‑AI version of the late Val Kilmer will appear posthumously in the independent film *As Deep as the Grave*, after his estate granted permission and compensation. The project, shot years earlier, was stalled in post‑production until the digital recreation was...

By CBC
7 Unexpected Reasons Your Home Always Feels Cluttered, According to Pro Organizers
NewsMar 18, 2026

7 Unexpected Reasons Your Home Always Feels Cluttered, According to Pro Organizers

Professional organizers identify seven overlooked sources of household clutter, from entryway drop zones to insufficient storage. They recommend quick‑fix routines like twice‑weekly “Tidy Time,” strategic furniture choices, and Marie Kondo‑style decluttering. The article also highlights how maximalist décor, fridge magnets, and...

By Real Simple (Home & Organizing)
Star Wars Just Introduced Your Favorite New Glup Shittos in Maul: Shadow Lord
NewsMar 18, 2026

Star Wars Just Introduced Your Favorite New Glup Shittos in Maul: Shadow Lord

Star Wars: Maul — Shadow Lord arrives on Disney+ on April 4, bringing back Sam Witwer as Darth Maul. The trailer introduces two newly named Zabrak brothers, Scorn and Icarus, whose over‑the‑top monikers echo the franchise’s love of eccentric side characters....

By Polygon (Movies)
Kids on Dirt Bikes Are ‘Destroying Progress,’ Delaying the Opening of Santa Clarita’s New Bike Park
NewsMar 18, 2026

Kids on Dirt Bikes Are ‘Destroying Progress,’ Delaying the Opening of Santa Clarita’s New Bike Park

Santa Clarita is investing $7.4 million to build the 16‑mile Haskell Canyon Bike Park, slated to host cross‑country, downhill and multi‑use trails. Unauthorized riders on gas‑powered dirt bikes and electric Sur‑Rons are damaging the freshly shaped trails, forcing the city to...

By Singletracks
The “Just One Song” Method Turned Me Into Someone Who Actually Enjoys Tidying Up
NewsMar 18, 2026

The “Just One Song” Method Turned Me Into Someone Who Actually Enjoys Tidying Up

The article introduces the “just one song” rule, a time‑boxing technique that pairs a single music track with a brief cleaning session. By limiting effort to the length of a song, the method transforms an open‑ended chore into a concrete,...

By Real Simple (Home & Organizing)
There Might Be Less Water on the Moon than We’d Hoped
NewsMar 18, 2026

There Might Be Less Water on the Moon than We’d Hoped

A new study using NASA's ShadowCam on the Korea Pathfinder Lunar Orbiter finds that water ice in most of the moon’s permanently shadowed craters is limited to less than 20‑30 percent by weight, and many regions may have none at...

By Scientific American – Mind
The Emotional Price Of Staying Single Through Your Twenties (M)
NewsMar 18, 2026

The Emotional Price Of Staying Single Through Your Twenties (M)

Staying single throughout the twenties, a period known as emerging adulthood, can trigger psychological effects that intensify over time. Research highlighted by Dr. Jeremy Dean points to heightened loneliness, reduced emotional support, and increased stress for individuals without a partner....

By PsyBlog
Rebecca Sugar Returns To SVA To Celebrate ‘Lonely Magic’ Music
NewsMar 18, 2026

Rebecca Sugar Returns To SVA To Celebrate ‘Lonely Magic’ Music

Rebecca Sugar, SVA 2009 alumna, returned to the School of Visual Arts to celebrate the collaborative musical project "Lonely Magic" with fellow alumni Ian Jones‑Quartey, Alex Myung and Chris Burns. The event featured screenings of three music videos, a panel...

By Cartoon Brew
Boosting the Blood-Brain Barrier Could Avert Brain Damage in Athletes
NewsMar 18, 2026

Boosting the Blood-Brain Barrier Could Avert Brain Damage in Athletes

Repeated head impacts in contact sports have been linked to lasting damage of the blood‑brain barrier (BBB), a finding that may underlie chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). Researchers scanned 47 retired athletes using an MRI contrast agent that only enters brain...

By New Scientist (Health)
What to Read This Week: Katrina Manson's Terrifying Project Maven
NewsMar 18, 2026

What to Read This Week: Katrina Manson's Terrifying Project Maven

Katrina Manson’s new book, *Project Maven*, chronicles the U.S. military’s decade‑long push to embed artificial intelligence in drone surveillance, beginning with the 2017 initiative that automated video analysis. Drawing on more than 200 interviews, the work reveals a hidden ecosystem...

By New Scientist – Robots
NASA's Perseverance Mars Rover Discovers Even Older Lost Rivers at Jezero Crater
NewsMar 18, 2026

NASA's Perseverance Mars Rover Discovers Even Older Lost Rivers at Jezero Crater

NASA’s Perseverance rover used its ground‑penetrating radar to probe deeper than before in Jezero Crater. The instrument identified buried river‑carved slopes and a delta more than 35 meters below the surface. Analysis of the radar echoes indicates these features formed around...

By Scientific American – Mind
Tree Builders Group Introduces Structured Kitchen Remodeling Services in Santa Clara County
NewsMar 18, 2026

Tree Builders Group Introduces Structured Kitchen Remodeling Services in Santa Clara County

Tree Builders Group announced a new, structured kitchen‑remodeling service targeting homeowners in Santa Clara County. Leveraging more than 35 years of combined residential construction experience, the firm will handle structural modifications, code compliance, and trade coordination under a phased project...

By Business Insider – Markets Insider
Alicia Keys & Kasseem “Swizz Beatz” Dean Join ‘Black Is Beautiful: The Kwame Brathwaite Story’ As EPs
NewsMar 18, 2026

Alicia Keys & Kasseem “Swizz Beatz” Dean Join ‘Black Is Beautiful: The Kwame Brathwaite Story’ As EPs

Grammy‑winning artists Alicia Keys and Swizz Beatz have joined the documentary Black Is Beautiful: The Kwame Brathwaite Story as executive producers. The film, directed by Yemi Bamiro, recently won the Audience Award for Best British Discovery at the BFI London...

By Deadline (Music)
Rolls-Royce Scraps Goal to Go All-Electric by 2030
NewsMar 18, 2026

Rolls-Royce Scraps Goal to Go All-Electric by 2030

Rolls‑Royce has abandoned its 2030 all‑electric target, opting to keep V12 internal‑combustion models in its lineup as client demand persists. The company’s Spectre EV, launched in 2022, has underperformed its projected sales share, and no current EV contribution to total...

By The Guardian » Business
Midway Between Boston And Worcester Is Massachusetts' Dog-Friendly State Park With Trails, Fishing, And Skiing
NewsMar 18, 2026

Midway Between Boston And Worcester Is Massachusetts' Dog-Friendly State Park With Trails, Fishing, And Skiing

Callahan State Park, an 800‑acre public space in Framingham, Massachusetts, offers more than seven miles of multi‑use trails and year‑round recreation. Visitors can hike, mountain bike, horseback ride, fish, and even cross‑country ski when snow falls. The park is notable...

By Islands
Texas Just Opened Its First New State Park in 25 Years—And It's Less Than 2 Hours From Dallas
NewsMar 18, 2026

Texas Just Opened Its First New State Park in 25 Years—And It's Less Than 2 Hours From Dallas

On March 1, Texas opened Palo Pinto Mountains State Park, the first new state park in North Texas in more than 25 years. The 4,871‑acre park, located near Strawn and less than two hours from Dallas, centers on Tucker Lake and offers 16 miles...

By Travel + Leisure
One Stitch at a Time
NewsMar 18, 2026

One Stitch at a Time

The author recounts sewing an okesa, the traditional Zen ordination robe, as a meditative practice where each stitch serves as a mantra. The painstaking, collaborative effort mirrors the challenges of collective activism and personal resilience amid social upheaval. By intertwining...

By Lion’s Roar
How Common Are Fireballs Streaking Across the Sky?
NewsMar 18, 2026

How Common Are Fireballs Streaking Across the Sky?

A 1.8‑meter, 7‑ton space rock streaked across the sky near Cleveland this week, dazzling observers from Wisconsin to Maryland before disintegrating after a 55‑kilometer atmospheric passage. The American Meteor Society notes that such fireballs—meteors brighter than Venus—are far from rare,...

By Phys.org - Space News