Ustaad Bhagat Singh Song ‘Collar Ey Etthara’: Mythri’s Biggest Ever Song Set, 1,500 Dancers and Pawan Kalyan in Full Flow
Mythri Movie Makers released the third single “Collar Ey Etthara” from the upcoming Telugu film Ustaak Bhagat Singh, showcasing Pawan Kalyan in a high‑energy dance sequence. The song was filmed on the studio’s largest set to date, employing between 1,200 and 1,500 junior artists and representing the most expensive song ever produced by the banner. The track, composed by Devi Sri Prasad and sung by Ram Miriyala, arrives a week before the film’s preponed March 19, 2026 release, coinciding with the Ugadi festival. The promotion highlights the reunion of Kalyan and director Harish Shankar after their 2012 blockbuster Gabbar Singh.
Rewire Completes 2026 Lineup
Rewire has unveiled the final wave of artists for its 2026 edition, adding experimental musicians Lucy Railton, Slikback, Matthew Herbert, and others to an already robust roster. The four‑day festival will run from 9 to 12 April across multiple venues in The Hague,...
I’ve Read 50 Books in the Last Year, but This Is My Standout Favourite
Florence Knapp’s debut literary novel *The Names* has surged to number two on the Sunday Times bestseller list and earned a 4.18 average rating on Goodreads. The book’s high‑concept structure follows three parallel lives of a boy whose destiny is shaped by the...
ALBUM REVIEW: Tony Trischka’s 'Earl Jam 2' Pays Tribute to Bluegrass Banjo Great, Earl Scruggs
Tony Trischka’s new album *Earl Jam 2* drops on March 13, 2026, extending his Grammy‑nominated tribute to bluegrass legend Earl Scruggs. The record blends traditional Scruggs‑style pieces with unexpected selections, such as “Here Comes the Bride,” showcasing the genre’s versatility. Trischka assembles...
My Depression Felt Creatively Expansive. Now I’ve Overcome It, How Do I Keep the Meaningful Parts? | Leading Questions
Eleanor Gordon‑Smith reflects on how her recent depression amplified her creative output, delivering vivid poetry, painting, and a darker artistic lens. She now feels better but fears losing the intensity and clarity that the depressive state provided. The essay argues...
The Secret Superpower of Brazil’s Vast Savanna
New research reveals Brazil’s cerrado savanna stores roughly 1,300 tons of carbon per hectare in peat‑rich wetlands—about six times more than the Amazon’s above‑ground biomass. The peat formed over millennia under water‑logged conditions, sustained by groundwater that keeps the soil...
Why African Striped Mice Can Be the Best of Dads — or the Worst
Researchers discovered that the Agouti gene acts as a molecular switch governing paternal behavior in African striped mice. Males housed together displayed aggression toward pups, while solitary males became attentive fathers, a shift linked to reduced Agouti activity in the...
What It’s Like to Stay at the Most Exclusive Resort in the United States
Amangiri’s Camp Sarika, nestled on 900 acres of Utah desert, has become the United States’ most exclusive resort, offering ultra‑luxury tented pavilions and a six‑bedroom villa priced up to $45,000 per night. The property blends indoor‑outdoor design with a 25,000‑square‑foot...
Boros Collection in Berlin, Germany
The Reichsbahnbunker, a 1940s Nazi-era railway shelter in Berlin, has been repurposed by media entrepreneur Christian Boros into a private contemporary art museum and his residence. After a five‑year, costly renovation that preserved concrete walls and wartime relics, the 3,000 m²...
New Devil Wears Prada 2 Trailer Reveals Bridgerton Star Simone Ashley's Role
Disney released the first official trailer for Devil Wears Prada 2, confirming a May 1 theatrical debut. The teaser introduces Bridgerton star Simone Ashley, whose character interrupts Miranda Priestly’s provocative comments, hinting at a regulatory or comedic role. The sequel...
Get To Know… Nia Smith
Nia Smith’s breakout single “Give Up The Fear” quickly amassed a massive, emotionally resonant fanbase, prompting an unexpected creative pause in Jamaica. During that retreat she reflected on the importance of patience in artistry, coining the mantra that “you can’t...
801-Room Omni Opens Doors in Ft. Lauderdale
Omni Hotels & Resorts launched its third Florida flagship, the 29‑story Omni Fort Lauderdale Hotel. The waterfront property boasts 801 guest rooms, over 120,000 sq ft of meeting space and six dining venues, including the city’s highest bar, Ibis Sky Lounge. Direct...
Virgil Abloh Archive™ Launches Global WORLD’S FAIR Events for the Air Jordan 1 High OG X V.A.A.
The Virgil Abloh Archive™ is rolling out a worldwide series of V.A.A. WORLD’S FAIR events in March, spotlighting the Air Jordan 1 High OG × V.A.A. "Alaska" release. Launches will occur in Los Angeles, Chicago, New York, London, Paris, Hong Kong and Tokyo, with the first activation on March 14‑15 at...
I Love Riding Streaks—Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Do Them
Cycling enthusiasts often chase daily riding streaks to build habit, boost mileage, and gain social validation. While streaks can reinforce consistency, the article highlights how relentless riding without planned rest leads to burnout, overtraining, and performance plateaus. Expert insights from...
Mary Ocher, “Weimar”
Mary Ocher’s new album *Weimar* fuses stark piano minimalism with her trademark left‑leaning political commentary, revisiting earlier tracks through a Weimar‑era lens. The record’s eight pieces, anchored by an 1870s piano, address rising right‑wing populism, authoritarian drift, and artists’ cost‑of‑living...
Crews Control
Frederick Crews’s 2017 magnum opus, *Freud: The Making of an Illusion*, delivers a sweeping 666‑page indictment of Sigmund Freud’s life and the myth he cultivated. Drawing on newly released correspondence and archival material, Crews portrays Freud as an ambitious, insecure...
Tomatoes, Carrots, and Lettuce Store Pharmaceutical Byproducts in Their Leaves
Researchers at Johns Hopkins University examined how four psychoactive pharmaceuticals behave in tomatoes, carrots and lettuce irrigated with treated wastewater. In controlled experiments, the drugs and their metabolites accumulated predominantly in leaf tissue, with tomato leaves showing concentrations over 200...
The Rest Is History
The article curates a series of literary and philosophical reflections, ranging from a Slovak novelist’s questions about societal organization to Virginia Woolf’s notion of unconditional looking. It underscores how classic works interrogate universal themes such as devotion, education, and individual...
Doubt Is Often a Good Sign of Progress: Friedrich Nietzsche’s Insight
Friedrich Nietzsche’s observation that “doubt is often a good sign of progress” frames the article’s argument that questioning, not certainty, drives advancement. It distinguishes productive doubt—which fuels reflection, experimentation, and better solutions—from destructive doubt that stalls action. The piece cites...
Oral Anticoagulation Alone Best for Stable CAD Patients With AF: Meta-Analysis
A meta‑analysis of six randomized trials involving 5,924 stable CAD patients with atrial fibrillation found that oral anticoagulant (OAC) monotherapy reduced cardiovascular mortality by 31% and major bleeding by 54% compared with OAC plus a single antiplatelet. The benefit persisted...
A Cycling Fueling Guide for Rides of Every Length
Cyclists often over‑consume carbs, leading to gastrointestinal distress and reduced performance. The American College of Sports Medicine advises 30‑60 g of carbohydrate per hour, matching the intestine’s absorption ceiling of about one gram per minute. Mixing glucose with fructose or maltodextrin...
The Rest Is History
The article curates a eclectic roundup of recent cultural and scientific pieces, from new scholarship on Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein and the Celtic roots of Halloween to Sleepy Hollow’s tourism rebrand and a gravestone‑recipe cookbook. It highlights breakthroughs such as the...
The Rest Is History
The article curates a diverse set of cultural essays and reviews, ranging from the influence of "American Psycho" on contemporary masculinity to Agatha Christie’s rule‑breaking detective novel. It highlights historical investigations such as Henry Ford’s Amazon town project, a family’s...
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My Secret to Crispy Chicken Thighs Isn’t a Technique — It’s a Pantry Staple
Food & Wine reveals that a simple rub of kosher salt and baking powder dramatically improves the crispness of oven‑roasted chicken thighs. In tests, a 3:1 salt‑to‑baking‑powder ratio, especially when combined with an overnight dry brine, produced skin that was...
The Trends to Know From Paris Fashion Week AW26
Paris Fashion Week Autumn/Winter 2026 (March 4‑10) delivered a vivid mix of frothy frills, vintage‑inspired silhouettes and expertly crafted pleats across the runway. Designers emphasized fluid volume, nostalgic tailoring and texture‑rich fabrics, while colour palettes swung between muted earth tones and...
Ouachita DOOM Bike Check: On Location at South City Stitchworks
Jesse Smith’s 2026 DOOM bike check showcases his Allied BC40 equipped with premium Enve M5 wheels, SRAM XX SL drivetrain, and RockShox suspension. He visited South City Stitchworks in St. Louis to acquire a full suite of custom frame‑wedge and top‑tube...
Minor Hotels to Launch The Wolseley Hotels in New York City
Minor Hotels announced the launch of its new Wolseley Hotels brand, debuting with The Wolseley Hotel New York slated for early 2027. The 76‑room flagship will sit beside Bryant Park in Midtown Manhattan and host the first U.S. Wolseley restaurant,...
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Venomous Snakes Represent a Serious Public Health Problem. Scientists Are Biting Back With a Groundbreaking Antidote
Snakebite envenoming kills over 125,000 people each year and leaves three times as many disabled, while current horse‑derived antivenoms trigger severe allergic reactions in nearly half of patients. The high cost—up to $100,000 per course—and limited hospital access leave rural...
Neurodiversity: Better Training Is Needed for Managers
A recent Acas survey of 1,000 UK employees finds 35% view their employer’s training for managers on neurodiversity as ineffective, with another 18% rating it “very ineffective.” Only a third of respondents believe their organisations train managers adequately, while 32%...
Watch a Trailer for the Bob Dylan Center’s Thin Wild Mercury: Dylan 1966 Exhibition
The Bob Dylan Center in Tulsa will launch the "Thin Wild Mercury: Dylan 1966" exhibition on July 18, offering an immersive, multi‑media retrospective of Dylan’s pivotal year. Curator Mark Davidson describes 1966 as a combative, iconic period when Dylan produced...
Mayfair Is Getting a Chic New Cocktail Bar with a ‘Martini Shop’
Brutes of Mayfair, a new independent bar slated for an April launch, is positioning itself as the neighbourhood martini specialist in London’s upscale W1 district. The venue features a self‑described “martini shop” where patrons select base spirits and styles using...
The OG Reverse-Panda Returns: The New Breitling SuperOcean Heritage B01 42 “Reverse-Panda”
Breitling has launched the SuperOcean Heritage B01 42 Chronograph featuring a vintage‑inspired reverse‑panda dial. The 42 mm case is slimmer than its predecessor, housing the in‑house B01 automatic chronograph with a 70‑hour power reserve and 200‑metre water resistance. The watch offers two...
BridgeBio Builds Case for Early 2027 Launch of Dystrophy Drug
BridgeBio Pharma reported that its small‑molecule candidate BBP‑418 produced a 1.8‑fold increase in the α‑dystroglycan biomarker in a Phase 3 FORTIFY trial for limb‑girdle muscular dystrophy type 2I/R9, with effects sustained through 12 months. The trial enrolled 81 patients and also showed...
Inbox Zero, Headspace Restored
Think Productive UK hosted a live ‘Inbox Zero, Headspace Restored’ webinar led by productivity expert Lee, targeting the chronic email overload faced by knowledge workers. The session introduced a simple decision‑making framework and the Ninja Email Processing Diagram to turn...
New Research: Why All-Inclusive Travel Is Having a Moment
New Skift research, commissioned by Hyatt Inclusive Collection, shows all‑inclusive vacations are gaining broad appeal. 87% of U.S. and Canadian consumers have stayed at or considered an all‑inclusive resort, with 84% of prior guests likely to return. Younger travelers drive...
The Tamagotchi Isn't Just a Toy, It's a Fashion Statement
Tamagotchi, the 1990s digital‑pet, has transformed into a fashion accessory and cultural icon in its third decade. In 2025 the brand celebrated its 30th anniversary, sold over 100 million units, and partnered with pop stars like BLACKPINK and fashion label Coperni....
The Five Coolest Houseware Innovations I Saw at The Inspired Home Show's 'Inventors Corner'
The Inspired Home Show’s Inventors Corner highlighted five niche houseware innovations that blend ergonomic design with practical problem‑solving. Highlights include the hand‑crafted ErgoCup for limited‑grip users, the Geo ground‑meat tool, Liddy’s interlocking pot‑lid system, Alpha QuickFind’s modular junk‑drawer organizer, and...
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Guillermo Del Toro's “Frankenstein” Ending Explained: How the Movie's Conclusion Deviates From the Book
Guillermo del Toro’s Netflix adaptation of Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein has earned nine Academy Award nominations, including Best Picture and Best Supporting Actor for Jacob Elordi. The film reimagines the classic tale by shifting the climax from tragic vengeance to a...
Raymarine Expands Charting Options for Serious Anglers
Raymarine has broadened its marine cartography suite for anglers by launching LightHouse Charts GEN 2, adding Florida Marine Tracks, and introducing CMOR NEX GEN for its Axiom 2 Pro and XL displays. The new LightHouse version redraws three times faster...
Pachinko Actor Kim Min-Ha Voices Lead Character in Korean Dub of Made In Korea on Netflix
South Korean actress Kim Min‑ha lends her voice to Shenba, the lead character in the Korean dub of Netflix’s Tamil‑language film Made In Korea, which debuted on March 12. The original film stars Indian actor Priyanka Mohan, and Kim’s participation marks...
Flexible Wearable Batteries on the Cards?
Researchers at Empa have created a stretchable polymer electrolyte based on modified silicone that conducts ions while retaining elasticity. The flexible electrolyte can suppress lithium dendrite growth and fill microscopic voids, enhancing solid‑state battery stability and energy density. Its ultra‑thin...
Kaia Gerber Just Rebooted the Little Black Dress
Kaia Gerber debuted a Givenchy little black dress in Los Angeles, borrowing the piece straight from the runway just six days after it appeared on model Mahi Kabra. The gown combines a plunging V‑neck of sheer handmade French lace with...
Official Trailer for Lucrecia Martel's 'Our Land' Doc About Argentina
Strand Releasing has dropped the official trailer for Lucrecia Martel’s documentary *Our Land*, which debuted at the 2025 Venice Film Festival and later screened at Toronto, London, San Sebastian, Vancouver, New York and Chicago. The film chronicles the 2009 murder of indigenous leader...
The Colourfield’s The Sound Of The Colourfield Reviewed: When Terry Hall and Pals Went “Folky Pop”
The Colourfield’s new box set, The Sound Of The Colourfield, compiles the band’s two 1980s albums, a wealth of demos, B‑sides and live footage into a 96‑track collection. Their debut, Virgins And Philistines, delivered the summery folk‑pop hit “Thinking Of...
Flea’s Honora Reviewed: Serial Sideman Finally Gets to Blow His Own Trumpet
Longtime Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist Flea has finally issued his first solo record, Honora, after a two‑year intensive focus on trumpet and composition. The album fuses jazz, funk, and experimental rock, enlisting collaborators such as saxophonist Josh Johnson, guitarist...
Free, Luxury ‘Wellness Sensorium’ Opens at Westfield London This Month
Westfield London is launching "Feel the Frequency," an 11‑day free luxury wellness sensorium running from 25 March to 4 April 2026. The pop‑up blends immersive experiences—sound baths, silent discos, mindful movement, and neurostimulation—with functional mood‑matching drinks and expert talks on women’s health....
The One Habit That Makes Everything Feel More Under Control
The article introduces a single habit that transforms a calendar from a mere to‑do list into a purpose‑driven canvas. By adding a clear context to each entry, readers shift from reactive task execution to a creative, "unmessable with" mindset. Coach...
The Easiest Way to Get More Energy Without More Coffee
Strength coach Bert Massey reveals that building tension, short efficient workouts, and foot mobility can dramatically boost energy and productivity. He argues that traditional long‑duration gym sessions are less effective than distributed micro‑movements throughout the day. By treating the feet...
I Went to 'The Inspired Home Show' As a New Homeowner, and It Forever Changed How I'll Shop
The Inspired Home Show, organized by the International Housewares Association, gathered over 2,000 brands in Chicago this March to unveil the latest housewares across four categories. Attending the expo revealed how trade‑show selections shape the inventory of big‑box retailers and...
Aplagon Doses First Patient in P-IIa (HEALING) Trial of APAC for Peripheral Arterial Occlusive Disease/Chronic Limb Threatening Ischemia
Aplagon Therapeutics has administered the first dose of its intravenous APAC candidate to a patient in a Phase 2a (HEALING) trial for peripheral arterial occlusive disease leading to chronic limb‑threatening ischemia in Finland. The study will enroll approximately 42 CLTI...