Fed Chair nominee Kevin Warsh says Trump didn’t order him to cut rates in heated Senate hearing
Fed Chair nominee Kevin Warsh denied that President Trump demanded he lower interest rates in a heated Senate hearing Tuesday.
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Crabs' iconic sideways walk evolved from common ancestor, study suggests
Researchers have provided new insights into the evolutionary origin of sideways walking in crabs. Their study, published today as a Reviewed Preprint in eLife, presents the largest comparative dataset on crab locomotion to help understand the origins of the animals' iconic
Milk's hidden carbon bill is bigger than advertised as damaged grass and soils drive emissions higher
Livestock farming causes a significant share of the world's greenhouse gas emissions. According to a new study, the carbon footprint of milk may be considerably larger than commonly calculated when carbon released from the soil is also considered. The work is published in The
Iran war means more orders for US defense giants
US defense companies are reporting a surge in demand for military equipment, as the war in the Middle East prompts fresh orders from governments around the world. Earnings Tuesday signaled that 2026 will be another strong year after a robust 2025 in the wake of continuing
How colonialism still shapes extinctions today, from island species losses to disappearing languages
Human activities have always shaped both biological and cultural diversity. An international team led by the University of Vienna has now investigated the link between the threat to species and that to languages. Linguists and biodiversity researchers identified a common key
Barbara Chase-Riboud Speaks Out on Declining US Biennale Pavilion
The sculptor told the Financial Times that “this was not the moment” to represent the nation at the Venice Biennale.
A ‘Game Show’ That’s Basically Dropout For Word Nerds Is The Funniest Thing I’ve Watched In Years
A dreaded school competition has never been this entertaining.
AI tool predicts how new drug molecules move before costly lab tests
For every life-changing new drug that comes to market, many candidates fail along the way. An artificial intelligence-based tool developed at the University of Oregon could help scientists better predict how hypothetical new drugs might act in the body before running expensive
High school journalism leading the way in financial literacy, even if business isn't part of curriculum
Journalism classes are usually not paired with business lessons. While there have been calls for increasing business knowledge in journalism, research from the University of Kansas has found that high school journalists are learning business skills even though they are not a
Highlights and Hidden Gems at Dumbo Open Studios
Works on paper were a highlight in the event’s 10th year — not to mention the impromptu conversations and artistic community.
UK ambassador to UAE warns of regional risk but backs UAE resilience amid fragile Iran ceasefire
In an interview with Euronews, British Ambassador to the United Arab Emirates Edward Hobart said the fragile US-Iran ceasefire should pave the way to a lasting peace with "a clear way forward".
Neon Adapting Sam Evenson’s Viral Horror Short ‘Mora’ Into Feature Film (EXCLUSIVE)
Neon, the independent studio behind “Parasite” and “Anora,” has enlisted Sam Evenson to adapt his viral short film “Mora” into a full-length feature. The film, which Evenson will write and direct, centers around a displaced artist who becomes haunted by a mysterious woman after
An Oscar for Rocky? ‘Project Hail Mary’ Puppeteer James Ortiz Is Eligible for Best Supporting Actor (EXCLUSIVE)
Rocky is eligible for the Oscars. Amaze, amaze, amaze. James Ortiz, a stage performer and master puppeteer, has been central to one of the year’s most talked-about screen creations: Rocky, the spider-like alien at the heart of Amazon MGM Studios’ space-traveling blockbuster
Trump's messaging on Iran grows increasingly erratic
With his sensational statements on Truth Social and serial phone chats with individual journalists, President Donald Trump has only added to the confusion surrounding his plans for Iran in recent days. The US president has been commenting on the conflict almost in real time in
Adding water sources boosted reproducing males in wild asses, raising genetic diversity
Relatively simple habitat management can influence population genetics, providing conservation managers with the opportunity to support genetic resilience not only through breeding programs or translocations, but also by changing how essential resources are distributed in the
Joan Semmel & Rama Duwaji
MoMA PS1 opens its once-every-half-decade “Greater New York” survey. Plus, we interview the great Joan Semmel and NYC First Lady Rama Duwaji.
Birds and monkeys in the Amazon share information via 'internet of the forest'
You might go for a walk in the forest to disconnect from work and calm your nerves after a busy week. The chirping and calls of birds in the canopy above might be exactly what allows you to relax.
Watchdog requests Patel calendar, security detail messages
A watchdog organization has filed a new request for records pertaining to FBI Director Kash Patel, citing new reports of excessive alcohol use from the intelligence chief. The request from the Democracy Forward Foundation (DFF) cites The Atlantic’s recent report, “The FBI
The Most Inescapable Voice In Gaming Wants To Start His Own Studio
Troy Baker is ready to move over to the development side
Harvey Weinstein’s Fourth Rape Trial Gets Underway: ‘Power, Control and Manipulation’
A frail Harvey Weinstein was wheeled into a New York City courtroom on Tuesday morning to face his fourth rape trial in six years. Weinstein is accused in this case of assaulting Jessica Mann, who has testified at two previous trials that the producer raped her at a Manhattan
Drake’s ‘Iceman’ Release Date Revealed
A Toronto-based Twitch streamer found the message hidden in the ice
Court temporarily curtails Trump’s anti-renewable move
A federal judge on Tuesday curtailed enforcement of several Trump administration policies that would have otherwise been expected to hamper renewable energy. Judge Denise Casper, an Obama appointee in Massachusetts, granted a preliminary injunction preventing the federal
The Leaf Sheep Slug: The Animal That Eats Sunshine
This is an animal called the leaf sheep: It’s a species of slug that is partially solar-powered, like a plant. Leaf sheep are kleptoplastic organisms that steal chloroplasts from algae, store them in their bodies, and then can rely on photosynthesis for their energy needs:
Florida AG issues subpoenas in OpenAI criminal probe
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier (R) on Tuesday launched a criminal investigation into OpenAI and its chatbot, serving the company with subpoenas. Uthmeier, who initially opened a probe into OpenAI and ChatGPT earlier this month, said at a news conference that the
Cruz: Schumer will shut down government weeks before midterms
Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) predicted Tuesday that Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) would shut down the government shortly before this year’s midterms. “On Sept. 30, funding for the federal government will end. Chuck Schumer is not a creative guy, he's not hard to
What Bronze Age people ate and drank: South Caucasus pottery reveals a surprisingly diverse menu
What culinary practices prevailed in the South Caucasus during the Bronze Age? A new study shows that the cuisine was remarkably diverse. The evidence highlights a multi-ingredient cuisine alongside the central role of dairy products, fruit and grape-based beverages in
These three plant bacteria turn soy yogurt into a safer, creamier product while stripping out troublesome sugars
Researchers at DTU have found that a particular type of lactic acid bacteria displays considerable potential for producing plant-based yogurt alternatives. The bacteria can inhibit potentially harmful bacteria and break down sugars that cause stomach discomfort.
Kennedy snaps back at comment about 'whale heads, bear heads, and raccoon parts'
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. snapped at Rep. Troy Carter (D-La.) on Tuesday after the lawmaker said he wished Kennedy would spend “less time talking about whale heads, bear heads and raccoon parts.” The exchange came as Carter’s time for questioning
Iran rejects talks with U.S. under pressure and aimed at surrender, senior Iranian official says
DUBAI, April 21 (Reuters) - Iran could attend talks with the United States in Pakistan if Washington abandons its policy of pressure and threats, a senior Iranian official told Reuters on Tuesday, adding that Tehran rejects negotiations aimed at surrender. The official said
Steak 'n Shake hires first 'Chief MAHA Officer'
Steak ’n Shake on Tuesday announced its first Chief Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Officer who the company said will help guide the advancement of nutritional integrity in line with the Trump administration’s national movement geared toward eliminating chronic disease.
Ghost fishing gear: The hidden threat at the bottom of our seas and oceans
The NETTAG+ project, funded by the European Union, aims to combat fishing waste and mitigate its effects on marine life. To do so, fishermen are our greatest allies.
T-Mobile and DoorDash Team Up To Deliver Fast 5G Home Internet, Now Delivered the Fastest
When you move into a new home, you have to deal with so many things — like taking care of your utilities, changing your address or scheduling movers — just to get your life back on track in a new location. However, one of the things you don’t have to worry about is getting your
How Double Fine balances fun with pottery sculpting in Kiln
Double Fine’s Lauren Scott and Jared Mill break down how Kiln went from a game jam prototype to the studio’s next game.
Voting rights activists sue over DOJ state voter list requests
Voting rights activists on Tuesday sued the Trump administration over its efforts to obtain lists of registered voters from states, casting it as a bid to take over and subvert November's midterm elections. The Justice Department (DOJ) is vying for election information on
Almost 8,000 people died or disappeared on migration routes in 2025, IOM says
The migration agency highlighted that at least around 340,000 family members are estimated to have been directly affected by the missing migrant crisis since 2014.
Mosses and thale cress share the same leaf growth principles, despite 400 million years of separate evolution
A study published in Science Advances shows that, in moss and the model plant Arabidopsis thaliana, commonly known as thale cress, leaf formation relies on very similar cellular dynamics, with growth concentrated at their base. Led by scientists at Université de Montréal, the
NASA on track for future missions with initial Artemis II assessments
Following NASA's Artemis II mission successfully splashing down on Earth, engineers started diving into detailed analysis of data to assess how key systems and subsystems on the Orion spacecraft, SLS (Space Launch System) rocket, and systems at the launch pad at the agency's
LISTEN: Hollywood Wants to Know More About Tim Cook’s Successor at Apple; BookCon Returns With Focus on Romantasy and Adaptation
On today’s episode of “Daily Variety” podcast, Variety’s Jennifer Maas reports on the return of BookCon to New York and the emergence of a new generation of romance novels — think “Heated Rivalry” — as a creative force in Hollywood. And the entertainment industry is eager to
Warsh faces pressure on Fed independence, assets in Senate grilling
Senators grilled Kevin Warsh, President Trump’s pick to lead the Federal Reserve, on Tuesday over the central bank’s independence and his plans to divest his financial assets amid the push to confirm Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s replacement. Warsh argued that “independence is up
‘Beef’ Season 2 Opens With 2.4 Million Views on Netflix Top 10, Down Nearly 60% From Season 1
“Beef” Season 2 made its debut at the number 10 spot on the Netflix Top 10 this week, with the second season of the show pulling in 2.4 million views. The second season debuted on April 16, with this week’s Top 10 covering April 13-19. By comparison, “Beef” Season 1 opened to
12 Things I Wish I Knew Before Playing Vampire Crawlers
How to manage your chicken, what stats to upgrade first, and some other general tips to help you survive the dungeons in this rogue-like card game
OpenAI faces criminal probe over role of ChatGPT in shooting
The firm, co-founded by Sam Altman, said it is "not responsible" for the attack at Florida State University
GOP Armed Services chair warns ending mandatory military flu shots 'a mistake'
Senate Armed Services Committee Chairman Roger Wicker (R-Miss.) said the Pentagon’s policy change to no longer require all U.S. troops to get flu shots is a “mistake,” drawing a contrast between flu vaccines and more controversial COVID-19 vaccines. “I think it’s a mistake,”
Chris Murphy clarifies 'awesome' post on Iran war
Sen. Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) on Tuesday clarified his post on the social platform X referring to the passage of Iranian vessels bypassing the U.S. blockade in the Strait of Hormuz as "awesome." Murphy shared a story from the online journal Lloyd's List with the headline "At
Furious Alex Jones vows to fight takeover of Infowars by The Onion — asks his audience to buy up merch
Jones appealed directly to his audience to bankroll the battle, urging loyalists to snap up what he warned could be the “last run of Infowars merch."
Supreme Court leans toward backing FCC fines against Verizon, AT&T
After concessions from the government about its limits, the Supreme Court appeared open to backing the Federal Communication Commission’s (FCC) setup for imposing massive fines at oral arguments on Tuesday. The justices are reviewing more than $100 million in combined penalties
Why doesn't Xbox Game Pass include every Call of Duty game?
Microsoft confirms new Call of Duty games won't be added to Xbox Game Pass day one. Can Game Pass at least get the old ones?
IDF replaces smashed Jesus statue in Lebanon as involved soldier removed from combat
Netanyahu said the IDF had 'promptly completed the inquiry" into what he described as an 'unacceptable incident involving a soldier vandalizing a Christian statue in a Lebanese village,' adding that Israel 'deeply regrets the incident'
