'Slay, bestie' just some of the Gen Z slang used in programming language dreamt up by AI in a 'Ralph Wiggum loop' that its creator feared may be too powerful
I don't know, man.
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Great white sharks grow a whole new kind of tooth for slicing bone as they age
A great white shark is a masterwork of evolutionary engineering. These beautiful predators glide effortlessly through the water, each slow, deliberate sweep of the powerful tail driving a body specialized for stealth, speed and efficiency. From above, its dark back blends into
New ABF crystal delivers high-performance vacuum ultraviolet nonlinear optical conversion
Vacuum ultraviolet (VUV, 100–200 nm) light sources are indispensable for advanced spectroscopy, quantum research, and semiconductor lithography. Although second harmonic generation (SHG) using nonlinear optical (NLO) crystals is one of the simplest and most efficient methods
Chip-sized optical amplifier can intensify light 100-fold with minimal energy
Light does a lot of work in the modern world, enabling all types of information technology, from TVs to satellites to fiber-optic cables that carry the internet across oceans. Stanford physicists recently found a way to make that light work even harder with an optical amplifier
Laser beam flips a ferromagnet's polarity without heating the material
Researchers at the University of Basel and the ETH in Zurich have succeeded in changing the polarity of a special ferromagnet using a laser beam. In the future, this method could be used to create adaptable electronic circuits with light.
Cell surface glycoRNA clusters found to fine-tune growth factor signaling
The recent discovery of glycoRNAs on the cell surface upended the world of cell biology. These glycoRNAs were found to form highly organized clusters with cell surface RNA binding proteins (csRBPs), but their purpose remained unknown.
RAMpocalypse be damned, I've tested a range of games to see if slow DDR5 will ruin my gaming experience
And you know what? It doesn't. Mostly.
New light-based platform sets the stage for future quantum supercomputers
A light has emerged at the end of the tunnel in the long pursuit of developing quantum computers, which are expected to radically reduce the time needed to perform some complex calculations from thousands of years down to a matter of hours.
Cells' built-in capacity limit for copying DNA could impact cancer treatment
For almost 60 years, scientists have tried to understand why DNA doesn't replicate wildly and uncontrollably every time a cell divides, which happens constantly. Without this process, we would die. These essential, ongoing cell divisions involve a cell copying its unique
Pratt Manhattan Gallery Presents “RugLife”
Sculptural carpets, woven works, and reimagined textiles by 14 contemporary artists examine housing, technology, social justice, and the environment.
The Isley Brothers Reflect on Beyoncé, Jimi Hendrix and Their Path to the Walk of Fame
Back when the Isley Brothers scored their first hit with “Shout,” lead singer Ronald Isley couldn’t have imagined that the group would one day have their own star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, which will be unveiled in a ceremony on Jan. 28. That’s because the Walk’s official
Sam Worthington, David Duchovny and Ke-Xi Wu to Star in Asia-set Crime Thriller ‘The Exiles’ (Exclusive)
The English-language debut of festival favorite Midi Z, the feature boasts an all-star creative team and will launch sales at the upcoming European Film Market in Berlin.
How Pro Football Cleaned Up Its Image and Beefed Up Its Fanbase to Become TV’s Undisputed Leader
Football analyst Mina Kimes has covered many changes in pro football since she joined ESPN in 2014. One of the most exciting, in her view, involves the Taylor Swift effect. Interest in the game among teenage girls and 20-something women surged in 2023 after Swift and Travis
Ana de Armas to Play Fitness Influencer in Trouble in J Blakeson’s ‘Sweat’
AGC Studios has come on board to finance and co-produce the psychological thriller, an adaptation of Magnus von Horn's 2020 Polish drama.
Ana de Armas Psychological Thriller ‘Sweat,’ Directed by J Blakeson, Boarded by AGC Studios
Stuart Ford’s AGC Studios has come on board to finance and co-produce psychological thriller “Sweat,” starring Ana de Armas (“Ballerina,” “Blonde,” “No Time to Die”) and directed by J Blakeson (“I Care a Lot,” “The Disappearance of Alice Creed”). “Sweat” is based on the Polish
AI tool AlphaGenome predicts how one typo can change a genetic story
The tool helps scientists understand how single-letter mutations and distant DNA regions influence gene activity, shaping health and disease risk.
Turns out the best way to succeed in this new mech vs kaiju roguelike deckbuilder is just to jump up and down on your enemies' heads like a 200 ton Mario
At first Mechborn seems like just Slay the Spire in a robot costume, but there's more to it than meets the eye.
‘ABC Nightly News’ reclaims No. 1 spot atop rivals NBC and CBS, Nielsen ratings show
David Muir’s program notched an impressive Nielsen ratings victory for the week of Jan. 19, generating a total audience of 9 million viewers.
MEPs urge EU to block ICE from entering Europe for Winter Olympics
Several European lawmakers have urged the EU to impose restrictive measures on ICE, arguing that the agency should not operate in Europe due to concerns over democratic oversight and human rights.
Deutsche Bank offices raided in money laundering probe
Officials searched offices in Frankfurt and Berlin in relation to "past business relationships".
Graham to Republicans: Stephen Miller is not the problem
Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.), a close ally of President Trump, is arguing to Republican colleagues who are critical of Stephen Miller that the senior White House adviser “is not the problem” and will be in Trump’s inner circle until the end of his administration. "As to Stephen
Southeast Asian Horror Film ‘Baran: Inheritance’ From ‘Polis Evo’s’ Joel Soh Boarded by Paradise City Sales (EXCLUSIVE)
Paradise City Sales has boarded international sales on “Baran: Inheritance,” a Malaysian supernatural horror feature from filmmaker Joel Soh (“Polis Evo”) ahead of the European Film Market. A haunting tale of familial reckoning, “Baran” marks Soh’s solo-directorial debut and is
Fashion Rental Service Nuuly Drops ‘Bridgerton’ Collection, Featuring Brands Guizio, House of Aama and More
Nuuly is stepping into the Ton. The fashion rental subscription service has unveiled an exclusive capsule collection inspired by Netflix and Shondaland’s “Bridgerton” Season 4, marking its latest entertainment-driven fashion collaboration. Created in partnership with four
EU space sector told to speed up on security. 5 takeaways from the European Space Conference
Europe's space leaders were told to 'speed up' on security missions and launch the IRIS2 constellation by 2029 at the biggest Brussels space conference of the year. Euronews Next highlights the key takeaways from the event, and asks if the sector still has the power to inspire.
‘It's better for Poland to stay with the złoty,’ country’s finance minister says
Poland’s Finance Minister Andrzej Domanski said that that keeping the złoty as the national currency gives the economy greater flexibility at a time of global uncertainty, despite ongoing debates over deeper eurozone integration.
‘Like a sea out there’: flooded Somerset residents wonder how water can be managed
People in south-west mop up after Storm Chandra and prepare for next bout of rain, with major incident declared In the early hours, the Wade family’s boxer puppy began barking. Thinking it needed to be let out, they traipsed downstairs and opened the back door – to be greeted
Low-Earth orbit is just 2.8 days from disaster
Low-Earth orbit is more crowded—and fragile—than it looks. Satellites constantly weave past each other, burning fuel and making dozens of evasive maneuvers every year just to stay safe. A major solar storm could disable navigation and communications, turning that careful dance
Bruce Willis ‘Doesn’t Know’ He Has Dementia and Still Recognizes His Family, Says Wife: ‘He Never Connected the Dots That He Had This Disease and I’m Happy About That’
Bruce Willis is not aware of his frontotemporal dementia diagnosis, his wife Emma Heming Willis revealed during an interview on “The Unexpected Journey” podcast (via TMZ). “I think they think this is their normal,” she explained. “There is this term, this neurological
Is the US preparing to strike Iran?
Satellite images show a steady and significant build-up of US military forces in the region.
Republicans speak out on Omar attack: 'Completely unacceptable'
Republicans are speaking out against an attack on Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-Minn.) on Tuesday night, in which she was sprayed with an unknown substance during a town hall event. “What happened at Rep. Ilhan Omar’s town hall — where she was sprayed with a substance during the event —
Threats investigated by Capitol Police jump 57 percent
The number of threats investigated by U.S. Capitol Police (USCP) grew by 57 percent in 2025, according to a new report from the agency. Last year, the police force said their threat investigators examined nearly 15,000 potential threats made against lawmakers and their families
Razer Wireless Gaming Headsets Are 50% Off on Amazon, the BlackShark V2 Pro Is Officially Licensed for Xbox
Sometimes, all you need is high-quality sound when you're playing your favorite games. The post Razer Wireless Gaming Headsets Are 50% Off on Amazon, the BlackShark V2 Pro Is Officially Licensed for Xbox appeared first on Kotaku .
Highguard Has Made Some People Unhinged But That Doesn’t Mean The Game Shouldn’t Be Criticized
Baldur's Gate 3 's director called for civility amid the hyper-intense backlash The post Highguard Has Made Some People Unhinged But That Doesn’t Mean The Game Shouldn’t Be Criticized appeared first on Kotaku .
Swedish funfair fined €491,000 for 2023 rollercoaster derailment that killed one
Witnesses described a chaotic scene as the front of the train appeared to jump off the tracks before coming to a stop, with one car tilted toward the ground.
Arc Raiders players are celebrating a 'huge update' for rubber ducks as the OG gets a facelift alongside several new funky variations
I swear I've seen that duck before.
