25 years later, Requiem For A Dream is still the scariest non-horror movie ever
A quarter of a century after its release, Darren Aronofsky's portrait of addiction is as relevant (and terrifying) as ever
Headlines
- All
- Africa
- Asia
- Business
- Culture
- Environment
- Europe
- Gaming
- Markets
- Middle East
- Movies & TV
- Music
- Politics
- Science
- South America
- Tech
- World News
Everybody Loves Wanda Sykes: The Comedy Legend on Ending ‘The Upshaws,’ Why Her Character Is Straight and Why She Won’t Censor Herself in Trump’s America
“What do we do, Wanda?” Wanda Sykes is onstage at the Chevalier Theatre in Medford, Massachusetts, launching into her newest material about the Trump administration, when a woman in the balcony shouts this earnest plea. “Pray and speak up,” Sykes responds, and the audience
‘Majonezë’ Wins AFI Fest’s Short Film Grand Jury Prize
The documentary short grand jury prize went to Charles Frank’s ‘Shanti Rides Shotgun’ while an animated shorts prize went to Nathan Engelhardt and Jeremy Spears’ film ‘Forevergreen.’
Tonislav Hristov Talks Music Doc About Rock Band The Rasmus and Tackling Pre-Election Fake News in ‘Truth or Dare’: ‘It Affects Your Life’ (EXCLUSIVE)
Tonislav Hristov takes on fake news in doc “Truth or Dare” – and the people influencing voters in Bulgaria. “Some go: ‘No one cares. No one cares if a person claims ‘the Earth is flat’ because it doesn’t affect my life.’ But at the end of the day, those behind it don’t believe
This Stevie Nicks Barbie Pays Homage to Singer’s Debut Solo Album ‘Bella Donna’
Barbie is once again partnering with Stevie Nicks in their latest celebrity doll release. The Mattel toy brand’s first collaboration with the rock legend was in 2023, with a doll inspired by Fleetwood Mac’s 1977 album “ Now, in time with Nicks’ ongoing solo tour, Barbie has
Why did ancient people build Poverty Point?
Some 3,500 years ago, hunter-gatherers began building massive earthwork mounds along the Mississippi River at Poverty Point, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in northeast Louisiana. "Conservatively, they moved 140,000 dump truck loads of dirt, all without horses or wheels," said
Hurricane Ian dataset reveals link between first-floor elevation and flood damage
The first steps into a house are important ones. When it comes to assessing flood risk from hurricanes, first-floor elevation can be a key factor. Agencies such as the U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) rely on data such as first-floor elevation in their damage
Electric signals reveal magnetic spin waves, hinting at faster computing
Today's computers store information in magnetic hard drives, keeping files safe even when the device is powered off. But to run programs and process information, computers rely on electricity. Each calculation requires a transfer of information between the electric and magnetic
Mysterious transient objects in sky linked to nuclear testing and unidentified anomalous phenomena
A new study analyzing historical photographs taken by the Palomar Observatory between 1949 and 1957 has detected several mysterious bright spots in the sky. These transient objects, captured on film before the first satellites were ever launched, appear to have occurred on
LISTEN: Box Office: Why ‘Chainsaw Man’ Cleared a Path at the Turnstyles; Lucca Comics & Games Brings Cosplay to Medieval Italian Town
On today’s episode, Variety‘s Rebecca Rubin explains why “Chainsaw Man” topped “Deliver Me From Nowhere” to lead the box office this weekend. And Nick Vivarelli reports on the scene in Lucca, Italy, where he’s covering a fan event that is bigger than San Diego Comic-Con. More
New software tool fast-tracks identification and response to microbial threats
Metagenomics is the study of all organisms present in a particular environment, such as soil, water, or the human body. A key part of metagenomic analysis is understanding what species are present (classification), how much of each there is (abundance), and the function of the
Topological insulator maintains quantum spin Hall effect at higher temperatures
Topological insulators could form the basis for revolutionary electronic components. However, as they generally only function at very low temperatures, their practical application has been severely limited to date. Researchers at the University of Würzburg have now developed a
Maja Pencic Explores Pathos and Dreams on the Streets of Prague in Documentary ‘Minimum Love’
When Maja Pencic first set out to hit the streets with her camera as a Prague film student, she was determined to document the reality she found by asking direct questions. That approach to documentary filmmaking in the Czech Republic, where it’s standard practice to employ a
New earthquake model goes against the grain
When a slab slides beneath an overriding plate in a subduction zone, the slab takes on a property called anisotropy, meaning its strength is not the same in all directions. Anisotropy is what causes a wooden board to break more easily along the grain than in other directions.
Talamasca adds supernatural spies to Anne Rice's Immortal Universe
Showrunner John Lee Hancock discusses blending spy tropes and gothic horror in the latest series based on Anne Rice's novels.
As global warming worsens, so may space communications
Researchers at Kyushu University have found that rising CO2 levels in our atmosphere could lead to future disruptions in shortwave radio communications, including systems used for air traffic control, maritime communication, and radio broadcasting.
Throwing weapons in Ghost of Yōtei is one of the coolest abilities ever
Ghost of Yotei's Atsu has plenty of weapons and tools at her disposal, but nothing beats using an enemy's blade against them.
She's collecting every Pokémon hole card, and no one can stop her
Content creator Emily Hopkins shared her Bonsly Pokémon card obsession on social media, and the strange collection has gone viral
Hamas to return hostage body as families urge pause to Gaza truce
Hamas said Monday it would hand over the remains of a deceased hostage, the 16th since a ceasefire began, shortly after families of missing Israelis called for a suspension of the Gaza truce until all captives' bodies are returned. A joint team of Red Cross, Egyptian rescue
Uber Elevates ‘Uber One’ Into Lifestyle Membership With F1 Rodeo Party in Austin
Uber is officially in its F1 era. Last weekend, the ride-hailing giant revved into the center of Austin’s Grand Prix scene with The One Party by Uber — a real-life rodeo held in a transformed warehouse outside of the city center. Held exclusively for Uber One members, the
14th Annual Hamilton Behind the Camera Awards Honorees Announced in Partnership With Variety
Today, the honorees and presenters were announced for the 14th Annual Hamilton Behind the Camera Awards, in partnership with Variety. The annual awards ceremony, taking place on Nov. 5 in Los Angeles, honors behind-the-scenes artisans whose work helps bring movies to life. The
Physics-based model can predict floods and improve water management worldwide
Floods account for up to 40% of weather-related disasters worldwide, and their frequency has more than doubled since 2000, according to a recent report from the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction. Global flood losses now average $388 billion a year.
Falklands Government signs contracts for construction of new Port Facility
The Falkland Islands Government (FIG) has announced the signing of key contracts marking a major milestone in the delivery of a new port facility for the Falkland Islands, a critical project that will replace the ageing FIPASS structure and play a vital role in the Islands’
EA employees are reportedly frustrated by a mandate to use AI, mocking the policy in Slack and suspecting it's being used as justification for layoffs
AI tools in game development continue to prove both widespread and divisive.
Quentin Tarantino Stars Opposite Simon Pegg, Charlotte Gainsbourg and Sofia Boutella in Jamie Adams’ Next Film ‘Only What We Carry’
It took a zoom with Jamie Adams to convince Quentin Tarantino to take a quick break from retired life and embark on the wild shoot of “Only What We Carry,” in which he stars alongside Simon Pegg, Charlotte Gainsbourg, Liam Hellmann and Lizzy McAlpine. The movie shot in
Why Netflix and AMC Theatres Are Finally Getting Into Business Together for ‘KPop Demon Hunters,’ ‘Stranger Things’ and More
Are AMC Theatres and Netflix finally burying the hatchet? It sure seems that way after AMC agreed to book “KPop Demon Hunters” in 300 venues as Netflix re-releases the animated musical smash over Halloween weekend. AMC Theatres, the world’s largest cinema chain, typically
Supercomputer-developed AI learns the intricate language of biomolecules
Scientists at the University of Glasgow have harnessed a powerful supercomputer, normally used by astronomers and physicists to study the universe, to develop a new machine learning model which can help translate the language of proteins.
Hollywood’s American French Film Festival Celebrates Cultural Inspiration Including Honors to Jodie Foster and Richard Linklater
France and the U.S. have a long and shared history in film, with a relationship that has always been very open to conversation and mutual influence and inspiration. This legacy is a major focus of this year’s American French Film Festival, which unspools at the DGA Theater
Federal SNAP benefits won't be paid in November: What happens next?
"The well has run dry," a notice from the U.S. Department of Agriculture reads, warning the federal government will not be sending out November food assistance as the government shutdown continues.
Ed Miliband says £1.1bn a year to be set aside for new offshore wind projects
Final budget could rise if ministers see value for money, as industry lobby group says investment not enough The energy secretary, Ed Miliband, has set aside £1.1bn a year for offshore wind power developers investing in new projects, in the latest funding round aimed at meeting
Kate Hudson Praises ‘Song Sung Blue’ Co-Star Hugh Jackman: “It’s Hard Not to Fall in Love With Him”
The two star as a pair of struggling musicians who form a Neil Diamond tribute band in the new film.
Mel Gibson’s ‘Resurrection of the Christ’ Casting Kasia Smutniak as Mary Sparks Backlash From Polish Far-Right Groups Over Abortion Views
The casting of Polish-born actress Kasia Smutniak as Mary in Mel Gibson’s “The Resurrection of the Christ” is sparking controversy from far-right Catholic groups in her native country, where Smutniak is known as a pro-abortion activist. As reported exclusively by Variety,
Pokémon Legends: Z-A Has A Terrifying Death Trap Fans Keep Warning Others To Avoid
Wild Zone 17 and its pride of Pyroar is not for the faint of heart The post Pokémon Legends: Z-A Has A Terrifying Death Trap Fans Keep Warning Others To Avoid appeared first on Kotaku .
Diddy to Be Released From Prison in May 2028
Sean “Diddy” Combs is expected to be released from prison on May 8, 2028, according to the Federal Bureau of Prisons. On Oct. 3, the Bad Boy Records founder was sentenced to 50 months behind bars after he was convicted on two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution.
Des Moines Art Center Presents Manuel Álvarez Bravo: Collaborations
With over 100 works by the father of Mexican photography, this exhibition illustrates how working with others was central to Álvarez Bravo’s creative process.
University of Arkansas School of Art’s Graduate Programs Are Tuition-Free
Students in art education, art history, graphic design, and studio art have access to further financial support through assistantships, fellowships, and grants.
Sherlock Holmes Creator Arthur Conan Doyle Gets Indo-British Period Drama (EXCLUSIVE)
Indian National Award-winning helmer Srijit Mukherji (“Chotushkone”) will direct a British-Indian co-production on Arthur Conan Doyle that blends the Sherlock Holmes creator’s real-life crusade to overturn wrongful convictions with elements from his iconic detective fiction.
Turkey and the United Kingdom sign €9 billion deal to purchase 20 Eurofighter jets
Ankara and London signed a preliminary deal for the Eurofighters in July, which are manufactured by a consortium comprising the UK, Germany, Italy and Spain and led by Britain's BAE Systems.
Israeli Industry Figures From DocAviv, CoPro and Kan Turned Down From IDFA as Festival Endorses Boycott (EXCLUSIVE)
Israeli industry figures from major institutions, including DocAviv Festival, the CoPro market and public broadcaster Kan, have all been turned down from attending the International Documentary Film Festival Amsterdam, one of the world’s leading documentary festivals. IDFA,
China’s foreign minister speaks with Rubio ahead of Trump-Xi meeting
BEIJING - China hopes the United States can meet it halfway to \"prepare for high-level interactions\" between the two countries, foreign minister Wang Yi told U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio in a phone call on Monday, China's foreign ministry said.
Israel allows Hamas member into IDF-held Gaza to help search for hostages' bodies
The government says "a Hamas person" was helping Red Cross and Egyptian personnel trying to find hostage bodies.
Aesop Rock Shares Surprise Album I Heard It’s A Mess There Too
Surprise, it’s a new Aesop Rock album! Just a few months after his previous LP Black Hole Superette , the Long Island underground rap veteran is back with its follow-up I Heard It’s A Mess There Too . It’s out in full today.
Africa: Coding Meets Culture At Forum Création Africa
[This Day] For three electrifying days, Lagos was transformed into a global hub of innovation, art, and imagination as creators, thinkers, and technologists from across Africa and Europe converged for the second edition of Forum Création Africa.
Chainsaw Man movie box office: Sony dominates the weekend with another anime blockbuster
Sony and Crunchyroll have another hit in Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc, becoming number 1 at the box office domestically with $18 million
The Man Who Held His Breath for 24 Minutes
"After his daughter's diagnosis, Budimir Šobat gave up drinking and devoted himself to her care. Years later, he found a new obsession: holding his breath longer than anyone in history."
Wall Street Journal editorial board: Trump 'wrong' on Reagan, tariffs
The editorial board of The Wall Street Journal is criticizing President Trump over his reaction to a advertisement commissioned by the Canadian government knocking him on trade policies that invoked former President Ronald Reagan. "Mr. Trump is wrong about the Reagan speech,
Trump reveals he was ‘very much opposed’ to massive ICE raid on Hyundai plant in Georgia that led to hundreds of arrests, deportations
“You can’t expect them to make unbelievably complex chips and computers and other things and pick people off the unemployment line that haven’t worked in five years," the president said Monday.
