Fallout lead Tim Cain argues games industry crisis hasn't reached the level of the 1983 crash: 'I don't think there's ever been a worse time in the games industry'
He doesn't want to diminish the current crisis, though.
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Pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil to appeal to US Supreme Court to avoid re-arrest
By Nate Raymond May 22 (Reuters) - A lawyer for Columbia University graduate Mahmoud Khalil vowed on Friday to take his case to the U.S. Supreme Court after a federal appeals court declined to reconsider a ruling that opened the door to President Donald Trump's administration
Everyone Online Is Convinced This Retired Admiral Just Wore A Mask On Live TV
Hey, what's up with that weird, dark spot that looks like a hole on Robert Harward's neck?
From decades to years - AI could speed search for brain drugs hiding in plain sight
Researchers hope the work will help identify affordable, effective drugs to treat conditions like MND.
Netflix Nabs Spec Script for Nuclear Weapons Thriller ‘Run the Football’ From ‘The Batman’ Producer (Exclusive)
Josh and Spencer Marentette, who also have an action feature set up at Amazon, penned the screenplay.
Stephen Colbert’s ‘The Late Show’ Finale Pulls Record-Setting 6.74 Million Viewers
It marks the show's most-watched weeknight episode of all time
Emmys: Outstanding Variety Series — The New Rules That Could Produce Four Winners and a Potential ‘SNL’ Snub
Variety Awards Circuit section is the home for all awards news and related content throughout the year, featuring the following: the official predictions for the upcoming Oscars, Emmys, Grammys and Tony Awards ceremonies, curated by Variety chief awards editor Clayton Davis.
Rob Base, ‘It Takes Two’ Rapper, Dies at 59
Rob Base, one-half of Rob Base & DJ E-Z Rock, who was best known for the hit “It Takes Two,” has died. He was 59. The rapper, who celebrated his 59th birthday just four days ago, died on May 22 while surrounded by family after a private battle with cancer. “Rob’s music, energy,
Making biomolecules glow: New dye solves imaging interference problem
Biomolecules, also known as organic molecules, include sugars, proteins and lipids and are the building blocks of all life. They play a role in the structure and metabolism of all living organisms. To make them visible under a microscope, researchers use special dyes to make
Husband Found Guilty of Scheming to Murder Art Dealer Brent Sikkema
Daniel Sikkema was accused of hiring the hitman who stabbed the gallerist in his Brazil townhouse in January 2024.
Thom Yorke Talks New Solo Album, Next Radiohead Tour, Music Industry Arseholes
Thom Yorke was honored at Thursday night's Ivor Novello Awards, taking the podium after an introduction by surprise presenter Harry Styles, who called Radiohead his favorite band and announced he lost his virginity to "Talk Show Host." In interviews surrounding the ceremony, he
Live Nation Settles With Estates of 2 Women Killed by Gunman at Beyond Wonderland Festival
The alleged shooter was an active-duty Army specialist purportedly high on mushrooms
Why play Wordle when you could be playing this new word puzzle game that rewards you with frogs?
It's Ribbit!
Novel porous gel changes color, shrinks and hardens when it detects target molecules
Researchers at Kyoto University and Tohoku University have developed a new porous polymer gel that selectively recognizes specific molecules (referred to as "guests" in the study) through coordination chemistry and converts these invisible molecular-scale interactions into
Could biofuels be the antidote that Asia needs for oil shocks?
The shift to biofuels raises risks of higher food prices, deforestation and massive water consumption.
China uses for the first time new rules to counter ‘improper’ foreign jurisdiction over its firms
Shift toward enforcement comes as foreign pressures on its firms grow
An Artist’s MFA Show Confronts Columbia University Over Gaza
Alejandro Valencia’s multipart installation alludes to the institution’s failure to come to terms with Israel’s genocide of Palestinians.
Carney says Alberta is 'essential' to Canada as province plans vote on separation
Alberta's decision to hold a referendum on separation has been widely criticised, including the separatists who say the question is not definitive enough.
GOP senator floats Stefanik to replace Gabbard as DNI
Sen. Jim Banks (R-Ind.) on Friday floated Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-N.Y.) as a possible successor to outgoing Director of National Intelligence (DNI) Tulsi Gabbard, saying the House Republican would likely have no trouble getting through the confirmation process. “Stefanik would
Gaza flotilla activists allege abuse by Israeli forces while detained
The detainees say they were slapped, hit, humiliated and even subjected to sexual violence, but Israel's prison service says the allegations are false.
Judge dismisses criminal case against Kilmar Abrego Garcia
A federal judge says the Maryland man who was wrongfully deported last year is being prosecuted for political reasons.
‘Long live Raúl!’ - Castro’s supporters in Cuba rally in his defence
BBC's Will Grant reports from a pro-government demonstration held after the US indictment of the former president.
WHO: 'Violence and insecurity' hampering response to 'worrisome' Ebola outbreak
World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus warned Friday that "violence and insecurity" have hampered the response to the Ebola outbreak in Congo, which he called "deeply worrisome." Fires erupted at an Ebola treatment center in Rwampara after
Nickelate reveals nodeless gap, providing key clue to high-temperature superconductivity
The mechanism of high-temperature (TC) superconductivity is a key challenge in condensed matter physics. Recently, Chinese scientists made significant progress in the study of high-TC nickelate superconductors.
Kitty Bruce, Daughter of Comedian Lenny Bruce, Dies at 70
Kitty Bruce, the daughter of comedian Lenny Bruce and Harriett “Honey” Bruce, died May 13 in Pittston, Pennsylvania, following complications from a surgical procedure, her family confirmed to Variety. She was 70. “On November 7, 1955, Kitty was born into a life that was
Jazz Trombonist Ryan Porter Dead At 46
Ryan Porter, a trombonist who became a beloved fixture of the Los Angeles-based West Coast Get Down jazz scene and played on key albums by Kendrick Lamar and Kamasi Washington, has died, the Los Angeles Times reports . Porter passed away Saturday after injuries sustained in a
Best new Xbox Game Pass games to play on Memorial Day Weekend
Memorial Day weekend is the best time to get some video game playing in. Here are some of the best new additions to Xbox Game Pass.
‘Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight’ Developer on Bringing Together Caped Crusaders From Christopher Nolan, Matt Reeves and More for the Ultimate Game
For the first time ever, you can play as Robert Pattinson’s Batman, drive around in the tank-like Tumbler from “The Dark Knight,” team up with Anne Hathaway’s Catwoman from “The Dark Knight Rises” and take down Jack Nicholson’s Joker from Tim Burton’s 1989 “Batman” — all in
Gaze into the Stunning Crystal Ball Nebula
And see a vision of the past The post Gaze into the Stunning Crystal Ball Nebula appeared first on Nautilus .
Florida biologist awarded $485K after firing over Charlie Kirk post
Florida officials have reached a settlement in which they will pay $485,000 to a biologist who was fired from her state job over a social media post criticizing conservative influencer Charlie Kirk after his assassination. Brittney Brown lost her job at the Florida Fish and
Some technologies use accelerated natural processes to capture carbon, but can they store it durably?
Natural geological processes have been regulating Earth's climate for millions of years. Accelerated versions of these processes are now being promoted as technologies to draw down carbon from the atmosphere—and some are rapidly moving from concept to real-world deployments.
Dick Parry, Saxophonist Who Played Classic Solos on Pink Floyd’s ‘Dark Side of the Moon’ and ‘Wish You Were Here’ Albums, Dies at 83
Dick Parry, who created some of the most indelible saxophone solos in rock music history through his association with Pink Floyd and lifelong friend David Gilmour, died Friday at age 83. Parry was particularly lionized for his unforgettable solos on the albums “The Dark Side of
What life is like in Cuba amid the oil blockade and possible U.S. military action
Raúl Castro's indictment is one of several recent developments raising questions about the possibility of U.S. military action as the U.S. steps up pressure for regime change in Cuba.
Burchett ‘disappointed’ in Senate as Congress leaves DC: ‘We’ve wasted a whole week’
Rep. Tim Burchett (R-Tenn.) said Thursday he was “disappointed” in the Senate for heading on a weeklong recess without holding a vote on a reconciliation bill to fund federal immigration agencies, joining a chorus of House Republicans frustrated with the upper chamber’s
EU clinches new trade deal with Mexico to bolster its foothold in Latin America
EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President António Costa signed an updated trade deal with Mexico on Friday, two decades after the original agreement, as both parties seek to reduce their dependence on the US and China amid rising geopolitical
‘The Late Show With Stephen Colbert’ Finale Attracts 6.74 Million Viewers, Its Most-Watched Weeknight Episode Of All Time
The series finale of “The Late Show With Stephen Colbert” pulled off the series’ most-watched weeknight episode of all time, according to early data from CBS. The Eye network reports that the finale of “The Late Show” posted 6.74 million viewers on Thursday night. That’s up
Riot Says Its Valorant Anti-Cheat Update Can’t Brick PCs After A Joke Fuels Panic
'They can absolutely get f*cked. I'll be joining whatever class action comes from this,' one player wrote
Phil Collins Says He Would ‘Contemplate’ Performing Live Again as Condition Improves: ‘I’m Healthier Now Than I’ve Been for Quite a While’
Earlier this year, Phil Collins spoke out about his health issues, sharing that he’s undergone five knee surgeries and developed kidney problems from drinking. But in a recent interview with BBC Breakfast, Collins shared that he’s “healthier now than I have been for quite a
Four years later, Microsoft finally finishes fighting over the Activision acquisition
A lawsuit suit, filed by Sjunde AP-Fonden, alleged that the buyout was rushed in order to protect Activision's then-CEO Bobby Kotick.
Soup sold at Whole Foods, Amazon recalled in numerous states: FDA
Soup’s off the menu — literally.
Spirit lost $1.61 for every $1 it took in — and would still be losing money even if jet fuel was free
The embattled budget carrier ceased operations earlier this month after it failed to secure a $500 million bailout from the Trump administration.
Dick Parry, Saxophonist on Pink Floyd Classics, Dead at 83
Longtime friend of David Gilmour played on band’s “Shine On You Crazy Diamond,” “Wish You Were Here,” “Us and Them,” and “Money,” and often joined the group on tour
‘The Mandalorian and Grogu’: Jon Favreau on Pulling Off the Oner During the AT-AT Fight Sequence
Director Jon Favreau knew there was a responsibility in being the director who would bring “Star Wars” back to movie theaters after seven years. Favreau told Variety, “People care a lot about ‘Star Wars’. ‘Star Wars’ has been around for 49 years; it’s about to be the 50th
White House to attempt Guinness World Record with July 4 fireworks display
The White House has unveiled a slate of celebrations to mark America’s 250th anniversary this summer, including a record-breaking fireworks show on July 4. Freedom 250, the White House commission planning these events, is partnering with fireworks firm Pyrotecnico in an
Arctic thaw unleashes mining-like pollution across hundreds Arctic waterways
Thawing permafrost is rapidly transforming dozens of Arctic streams into acidic, metal-laden waterways, according to new research published in Science. The study shows how thawing permafrost exposes sulfide minerals that react with oxygen and water—a process similar to what
ULVAC to make rare earth melting furnaces in Japan
If you’ve been following the slow-motion strategic panic over critical minerals, you know that Japan, Australia, the US, Canada, Europe and others are busy talking about China’s dominance both of rare earth mining and refining and of the production of rare earth magnets. Those
‘Everytime,’ ‘Elephants in the Fog’ Win Cannes Un Certain Regard
Sandra Wollner's Austrian drama takes the top prize at the Cannes sidebar, Nepalese transgender feature wins the jury prize.
Tillis claps back at Trump: ‘Stupid stuff is killing our chances’
Sen. Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) on Friday punched back at President Trump’s criticism on social media that he is a “nitpicker and “RINO” for criticizing the president for embracing controversial ideas such as the $1.8 billion “anti-weaponization fund” and 50-year mortgages, warning
UAE-backed programme broadens assessment of public institutions
Joint Uzbek and Emirati evaluation teams reviewed ministries and agencies using criteria including transparency, digitalisation and service delivery. Officials say future assessments will place greater emphasis on measurable results.