Scientists Discover Diet that Tricks the Body Into Burning Fat without Exercise
Scientists at the University of Southern Denmark discovered that restricting dietary methionine and cysteine triggers thermogenesis comparable to chronic cold exposure, leading to significant weight loss in mice. Over a week, mice on the amino‑acid‑restricted diet burned 20% more calories without eating less or moving more, due to activation of beige fat. The findings suggest plant‑based, low‑methionine/cysteine diets could emulate cold‑induced energy expenditure. Researchers propose exploring functional foods or obesity therapies that harness this mechanism.
Desert Power: Óliver Laxe on the Spirituality and Unpredictability of His Desert Odyssey Sirāt
In 2025 the Louis Lumière theatre at Cannes was upgraded to Europe’s largest permanent Dolby Atmos system, unlocking height‑channel and object‑based audio. The first film screened in the new venue was Oliver Laxe’s desert odyssey Sirāt, which has earned a...
Train Your Ass Off 2026
Train Your Ass Off (TYAO) is launching 2‑3 intensive coaching events in 2026, targeting serious lifters who want rapid technical breakthroughs. The two‑day, small‑group format delivers hands‑on feedback on fundamentals like bracing, programming, and intensity, with attendees claiming more progress...
Odds & Ends: February 27, 2026
The Art of Manliness roundup highlights four distinct topics: Karl Marlantes’ novel *Matterhorn* delivers a raw, first‑hand Vietnam experience; Billy Wilder’s 1944 film *Double Indemnity* is praised for its razor‑sharp dialogue and noir tension; the Jetboil Stash cooking system promises...
Older Humpbacks Prove Better at Wooing Mates
Researchers studying humpback whales in New Caledonia found older males outperform younger ones in securing mates. Genetic sampling revealed that age correlates with song mastery, and females preferentially select seasoned singers. The study, published in *Current Biology*, underscores how decades...
Napoles Marty in Conversation with Diana Nawi: Mentorship, NXTHVN, and the Frieze Los Angeles Impact Prize
Napoles Marty, the 2026 Frieze Los Angeles Impact Prize winner, credits the NXTHVN residency for sharpening his conceptual focus and confidence. At Frieze he will present a series of charred wooden guardian sculptures alongside two drawing series that record the carving...
Pacific Nations Want Higher Emissions Charges if Shipping Talks Reopen
Seven vulnerable Pacific island nations have warned they will push for a universal levy on all shipping emissions and higher charges if the International Maritime Organization reopens negotiations on its stalled Net‑Zero Framework. The coalition, led by Fiji, Kiribati, Vanuatu,...
Astoria’s FisherPoets Give Testimony to Transition
The 29th FisherPoets Gathering in Astoria, Oregon, brings commercial fishers, artists, and policymakers together to share poetry, essays, and songs about a shifting seafood industry. Founded by salmon fisherman Jon Broderick in 1998, the event has grown from a single...
Rise Ritual: Transform Your Wake-Up Routine Into Your Day’s Superpower
The article advocates turning the first minutes after waking into a "rise ritual" by shifting bedtime earlier and deliberately allocating time for a personalized morning practice. It outlines four core categories—movement, mind, planning, and nourishment—and urges readers to pick two...
Adventure Motorcyclist Heather Lea on the Unfiltered Realities of Long-Term Travel
Adventure motorcyclist Heather Lea joins Overland Journal Podcast host Ashley Giordano to discuss the unfiltered realities of long‑term overland travel. Lea recounts riding a BMW GS through 40 countries over two years, navigating complex logistics, new relationships, and the unique...
Editors’ Picks: The Mr & Mrs Smith Team’s March Favourites
The Mr & Mrs Smith editorial team highlights six boutique stays perfect for March, ranging from Bangkok’s heritage‑rich Siri Sala to Kenya’s refreshed Rekero Camp. Each property blends local culture—such as Thailand’s Emerald Buddha ceremony or India’s Gangaur festival—with upscale amenities and curated experiences....
Devon Turnbull’s Ojas Music Label Launches with Muller and Totland’s Unna
Devon Turnbull’s Ojas Music label has launched with its inaugural release, the ambient minimalist EP *Unna* by Michael A. Muller and Otto A. Totland. The record, issued in partnership with The Vinyl Factory, pairs Totland’s close‑miked piano with Muller’s double...
The House of Illusionists and Other Stories by Vanessa Fogg
Vanessa Fogg’s new collection, The House of Illusionists and Other Stories, compiles a decade’s worth of her speculative fiction, previously featured in venues such as Lightspeed and Podcastle. The stories are united by a preoccupation with tragic endings, collapsing societies,...
EVU Outlines Path for Protein Diversification in 2028–2034 CAP Proposals
The European Vegetarian Union (EVU) released an analysis of the European Commission’s 2028‑2034 Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) proposals, highlighting opportunities to boost agricultural diversification and plant‑based protein crops. The paper flags eight promising measures and six areas of concern, recommending...
Nic Vans Makes His Production Debut with Remix of Łaszewo’s ‘3AM’
DJ Nic Vans has entered the production arena with his first official release, a remix of Łaszewo’s track “3AM.” The remix, issued on Carter Gregory’s Plot Twist Records, showcases Vans’ signature high‑energy style with pumping synths, heavy sub‑bass and trap‑pop...
The One Tax Anglers Love To Pay
The Sport Fishing Restoration and Boating Trust Fund, financed by a 10 percent excise tax on fishing tackle and related equipment, is up for its five‑year reauthorization in 2025. Since its creation in 1950 the fund has amassed roughly $40 billion, distributing...
Kahlil Joseph’s BLKNWS: Terms & Conditions Opens The Underground Cinema at 180 Studios
180 Studios has launched The Underground Cinema, a dedicated film venue, with a month‑long theatrical residency of Kahlil Joseph’s feature‑length work BLKNWS: Terms & Conditions. The film, adapted from Joseph’s acclaimed video‑art installation, blends fictionalized versions of W. E. B. Du Bois and Marcus...
How to Maintain Healthy Stress Levels
University of Tilburg associate professor Mirela Habibovic introduces the “stress spectrum” in a concise video, explaining how stress ranges from low to high levels. She argues that short‑term spikes in stress can sharpen focus, boost motivation, and enhance performance, while...
At L.A. County's Largest Black-Owned Farm, Healing Grows From the Ground Up
Bloom Ranch, a 250‑acre property in Acton, became Los Angeles County’s largest Black‑owned farm when podiatric surgeon Dr. Bill Releford bought it in 2023. The pesticide‑free operation grows collards, kale, peaches and a variety of herbs, while offering guided tours,...
A 5-Minute Workout for Bone Health and Longevity
A new five‑minute, high‑impact workout targeting bone health uses heel drops, squat jumps, and box‑drop jumps to deliver forces up to four times body weight. A 2024 meta‑analysis of 18 studies found jump training can improve hip bone mineral density...
Ingredion Launches New Pea Protein Solution
Ingredion has introduced VITESSENCE® Pea 100 HD, a pea‑protein ingredient engineered for cold‑pressed nutrition bars. The formulation tackles common texture problems by keeping bars soft over shelf life while eliminating gritty and chalky sensations. Sensory tests show a clean break...
Netherlands to Pitch Circular Solutions at Techtextil
The Netherlands will present a cluster of circular textile and digital traceability solutions at Techtextil, the premier international textile trade show in Frankfurt from April 21 to 24. The showcase targets global buyers and technology partners, emphasizing sustainable material loops...
Collective Action Confronts Food System Inequities in Connecticut
Azeem Zakir Kareem, former hip‑hop artist, co‑founded the Samad Gardens Initiative in Bloomfield, Connecticut, to train urban residents as regenerative farmers. The pandemic exposed food deserts, prompting him to launch the Liberated Land Cooperative, Connecticut’s first statewide Community Supported Agriculture...
David Salle "My Frankenstein" @ Sprüth Magers, Los Angeles
Postmodern painter David Salle opens "My Frankenstein" at Sprüth Magers in Los Angeles, running Feb 24–Apr 18, 2026. The show features works where Salle collaborates with a proprietary AI model trained on his own oeuvre, generating pixelated backgrounds that he repaints and re‑contextualizes....
Ancient by Luke Barley Review – the Secret History of Britain’s Woodlands
Luke Barley’s new book *Ancient* chronicles the intertwined history of Britain’s woodlands and its people, tracing forest development from post‑glacial birch to the oak‑dominated landscapes that powered medieval society. He explains the legal definition of ancient semi‑natural woodland—trees existing before...
Is It Sadness or Depression? Understand the Difference With Our Checklist
GoodTherapy’s latest guide clarifies the distinction between normal sadness and clinical depression, offering a detailed checklist for self‑assessment. It outlines key symptom differences—duration, intensity, functional impact, and cognitive patterns—while emphasizing that depression requires professional treatment. The article also provides actionable...
How A $200 Million Pea Protein Business Is Fueling The Ozempic Generation
Puris Proteins, a family‑run AgTech firm based in Minneapolis, has become the United States’ largest pea protein producer with roughly $200 million in annual revenue. The company supplies seeds to farmers across 20 states and provides pea protein ingredients to about...
Finding Freedom Through Mindful Therapy with Lisa Kring
Lisa Kring, LCSW, combines over 25 years of Theravada mindfulness with somatic and attachment‑based therapies to create a non‑pathologizing psychotherapy model. Her practice at InsightLA targets individuals dealing with anxiety, trauma, chronic illness, grief, and parenting challenges. Kring offers a...
Antarctica21 Launches Original Web Series “An Expedition to Planet Earth” Offering An Inside Look at Antarctic Air-Cruise Expeditions
Antarctica21, the leading Antarctic air‑cruise operator, has launched “An Expedition to Planet Earth,” a six‑episode original web series filmed in 4K. The series follows the full journey from Punta Arenas to the continent, offering behind‑the‑scenes looks at flight logistics, small‑ship...
The Cherry Orchard Review: A Korean Take on Chekhov at Adelaide Festival
Simon Stone’s latest adaptation of Chekhov’s The Cherry Orchard relocates the story from pre‑revolutionary Russia to a contemporary South Korean chaebol family, premiering at Adelaide Festival 2026. The production stars Cannes Best Actress winner Doyeon Jeon in her first stage...
A Meditation to Help You Let Go and Accept Change
Kimberly Brown’s new meditation, “Let Go and Accept Change,” offers a loving‑kindness practice that teaches active acceptance of life’s impermanence. The guide outlines step‑by‑step breathing, heart‑centered visualizations, and compassionate phrases for self and others. By framing acceptance as a proactive,...
NASA’s First Medical Evacuation Is Here. It Won’t Be the Last.
NASA conducted its first-ever medical evacuation from the International Space Station in January 2026 when astronaut Mike Fincke experienced a microgravity‑related health event. The entire Crew‑11 returned early aboard a SpaceX capsule because no spare crew‑ready vehicle was available. The...
Bay Area Light Sources Joint Users' Meeting
The U.S. Department of Energy’s three flagship light‑source labs—Advanced Light Source (ALS), Linac Coherent Light Source (LCLS) and Stanford Synchrotron Radiation Lightsource (SSRL)—will convene for their first joint users’ meeting at SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory from September 20 to 25,...
Genotype, Phenotype, and GWAS Data
The Broad Institute launched a free, weekly video series called “Primer on Medical and Population Genetics,” offering informal deep‑dives into genetics fundamentals for a wide scientific audience. Episodes cover human genetic variation, genotyping technologies, DNA sequencing, statistical methods, and GWAS...
The False Promise of a “No Sugar” Diet
Recent U.S. dietary guidelines recommend zero added sugar for children under ten and advise adults to keep added sugar intake minimal. The push, amplified by health officials like Robert F. Kennedy Jr., conflates added sugars with all sugars, sparking calls...
New York Gets Its First Taste of Tokyo Pizza
Tokyo’s Seirinkan pizza, led by master chef Susumu Kakinuma, launched a limited‑time pop‑up at Tao Group’s Sake No Hana in Manhattan’s Lower East Side. The menu offered three handcrafted pies—margherita, marinara and a white with wasabi—priced at $45 each, and...
How To Trick Your Brain Into Getting Motivated, According To Science
The article outlines science‑backed tricks to jump‑start motivation, emphasizing that small actions can rewire brain chemistry before motivation appears. Experts cite neuroscience and behavioral psychology, recommending pre‑emptive movement, consistent sensory cues, and task mini‑sizing to reduce decision fatigue. Techniques from...
Austin Rowing Club Hosts 43rd Heart of Texas Regatta
The Heart of Texas Regatta celebrated its 43rd edition on Lady Bird Lake, hosted by Austin Rowing Club, Texas’s oldest rowing organization. The 1,000‑meter sprint attracted 675 entries across junior, club and masters categories, nearly double the field from 25...
Are You Throwing Away Your Fireplace Ash? Here’s Why You Shouldn’t
Fireplace ash, though seemingly inert, can retain hot embers for up to 72 hours, posing fire and health hazards if stored improperly. Expert Lo Choe advises using a metal container with a tight‑fitting lid, keeping it on a non‑combustible surface,...
From Fallen Branches to Functional Fencing: Make a DIY Dead Hedge
A dead hedge is a DIY natural fence built by stacking and weaving branches between two parallel rows of stakes. Homeowners can turn fallen branches into a low‑cost barrier that provides privacy, wind protection, and erosion control. Horticulturist Deryn Davidson...
Scary Mommy 2026 Readers' Choice Best Book Subscription Box
Scary Mommy’s February 2026 feature unveils its Readers' Choice finalists for the Best Book Subscription Box. The shortlist spotlights 15 services—including Aardvark Book Club, Banned Books Box, The Strand’s Book HookUp, and Book of the Month—spanning genre‑specific, niche, and first‑edition...
Get Rich or Die Trying: John Patton Ford Shows Us How to Make a Killing While Balling on a Budget
John Patton Ford’s new film How to Make a Killing, released by A24, reworks his 2014 Black List script “Rothchild” into a modern American take on Kind Hearts and Coronets. The story follows anti‑hero Becket Redfellow, who murders seven heirs to...
Ancient Crunch Makes Health, Taste And Beauty The New Snack Standard As It Expands Its Tallow-Fried Masa Chips In Retail
Ancient Crunch, a snack brand focused on pre‑industrial processing, is scaling its tallow‑fried masa tortilla chips from online‑only to roughly 2,000 retail doors, including Sprouts and an upcoming rollout at Whole Foods. The company’s chips use nixtamalized organic corn and...
Top Truck and Trailer Accessories
The article spotlights essential truck and trailer accessories for boat owners, from a Curt Rebellion XD cushion hitch that dampens sway to a battery‑powered RinseKit that blasts away salt and grit. It also recommends Proven Industries coupler locks to deter...
5 Ways to Prepare Your Teen for an Unpredictable Future
Parents face a rapidly evolving technological landscape that makes future planning for teens challenging. The article outlines five strategies: fostering curiosity, prioritizing people skills, cultivating wisdom, instilling purpose, and emphasizing a strong work ethic. Each approach aims to equip adolescents...
Researchers Aim to Visualize Brain Activity at True Speed
Johns Hopkins researchers, led by Adam Charles, secured a four‑year, $2.7 million NIH grant to build an AI‑enhanced optical imaging system that can record brain activity 20 to 50 times faster than current methods. The platform will translate voltage spikes and...
10 Do’s and Don’ts When You’re Helping a Heartbroken Daughter
A recent article outlines ten practical dos and don’ts for fathers supporting a heart‑broken daughter. It emphasizes removing the teen from painful environments, validating her emotions, and maintaining a calm, non‑judgmental presence. The piece also warns against blaming others, using...
Mortality in Color: Anna Tuori’s First Berlin Solo Exhibition
Finnish artist Anna Tuori opens her first Berlin solo exhibition, "Paradise News," at Contemporary Fine Arts, showcasing twelve newly commissioned 2025 paintings. The works employ sand‑laced pigments on unprimed canvas, blending expressionistic still lifes with abstracted figurative scenes in a...
Resilience Revisited
Jodi Weiss reflects on resilience through personal loss, a diagnosis of atrial fibrillation and supraventricular tachycardia, and a decade of ultrarunning. She explains how heart‑rhythm disruptions mirrored emotional turbulence and how ritualized running, yoga, and stillness helped rebuild her sense...
Meet the Author: Oliver Johnson
Oliver Johnson, a former Waterstones bookseller and Hodder & Stoughton commissioning editor, has debuted as a crime novelist with the thriller *Caller Unknown*. The novel follows amnesiac protagonist Ed Constance, whose childhood hostage trauma is re‑triggered by a mysterious phone...