Donald Glover reveals how he landed the Yoshi role in The Super Mario Galaxy Movie
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie's Yoshi, Donald Glover, explains how he got the job voicing the dinosaur in Nintendo and Illumination's new film.
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Indonesia arrests Scottish man sought by Spain in connection with international crime syndicate
Police in Scotland and Spain carried out raids in connection with Lyons' case last week resulting in multiple arrests with the help of Europol, the European Union law enforcement cooperation hub.
Pope Leo urges Trump to find 'off-ramp' to end Iran war
CASTEL GANDOLFO, Italy, March 31 - Pope Leo urged U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday to look for an \"off-ramp\" to end the Iran war, in a rare direct appeal from the pontiff as the regional conflict expands.
Can Algeria's gas save the old continent from the Strait of Hormuz?
Algeria is acting as a "safety valve" for Europe, but cannot fully compensate for the loss of Qatari supply, energy expert Hashem Akl told Euronews.
Pokémon Pokopia event schedule
Our guide lists all the known limited-time events for Pokémon Pokopia, so you can find these event items and Pokémon.
“By focusing its narrative on the tech industry...
“By focusing its narrative on the tech industry itself, Halt and Catch Fire’s staying power has only increased . The story it tells still has something to say about our present-day reality.”
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie review: a chaotic, cameo-filled sequel
The new animated Super Mario Bros. adventure, starring Chris Pratt, Brie Larson, Jack Black, and many more takes Mario and friends to the stars.
Mario creator Shigeru Miyamoto on the Nintendo Cinematic Universe's future
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is full of big cameos, but is Nintendo setting up a Super Smash Bros.-style Nintendo Cinematic Universe?
Strikes hit southern Lebanese village, damage buildings and vehicles
Israeli strikes hit a village in southern Lebanon, damaging buildings and emergency vehicles as rescue teams responded
MTG's Secrets of Strixhaven set won't feature Learn cards
One of the best mechanics in recent Magic: The Gathering history will sadly be absent from the new Strixhaven set.
Getting a glimpse of viral dances in the dark in the Sargasso Sea
In a new study of viral abundance over a short time frame in the Sargasso Sea, researchers found that almost all viruses with cyclical changes in abundance were most active at night—somewhat surprising when the team expected microbial behavior to pick up pace when light was
Study reveals mechanisms underlying oxygen-tolerant energy conversion in a marine photosynthetic bacterium
Photosynthetic bacteria do not release oxygen during photosynthesis but can convert solar energy into chemical energy with remarkably high efficiency. They also utilize near-infrared light—wavelengths unused by plants—and thrive in diverse environments, including freshwater,
Pronatalists want more babies. Their solutions aren’t rooted in science
Conservative pronatalists want a return to the traditional nuclear family. But that family structure is at odds with how humans evolved.
Kallas insists Russian assets are an option if Orbán doesn't lift veto on Ukraine loan
If Viktor Orbán is re-elected and maintains his veto on the €90 billion loan for Ukraine, the EU should take a second look at the idea of using the Russian assets, Kaja Kallas said on Tuesday while visiting Kyiv.
US journalist kidnapped in Baghdad and security forces pursuing captors, Iraqi officials say
It was not immediately clear if the kidnapping was related to the ongoing war, but Iran-backed militias in Iraq have launched regular attacks on US facilities in the country.
Judge Rules Trump’s Order to End Funding for PBS, NPR Was an Illegal First Amendment Violation
A federal judge ruled that President Donald Trump’s executive order to end funding for PBS and NPR public media violated the First Amendment. In a ruling Tuesday, U.S. District Judge Randolph Moss of the District Court for D.C. ruled Tuesday that Trump’s executive order to
At age 23, one in ten Gen Z reports partner emotional abuse, study finds
One in 10 (11%) members of Gen Z have reported emotional abuse and 3% have experienced violence from a partner in the past year. The new UCL research finds unwanted sexual approaches and sexual assault are more common among Gen Z at age 23 than during their late teens,
‘The Simpsons’ Bring the MLB to Springfield in Latest Lids Collaboration
The 2026 MLB season kicked off last week, and Lids is celebrating in Springfield through “The Simpsons” x MLB x New Era collection. Launching exclusively at Lids today, the collection features five headwear capsules: a 59FIFTY New Era style with the show’s signature cloud
Trump’s Budget Is About to Force Hundreds of Hospitals to Close
President Donald Trump’s sweeping cuts to Medicaid are putting more than 440 hospitals at risk of closure, severing care to millions of Americans. Public Citizen , a government watchdog, reported Tuesday that 446 hospitals were at a heightened risk of closure due to the
US warns Americans in Saudi Arabia to shelter in place after threats
WASHINGTON, March 31 - The State Department said on Tuesday it was monitoring threats to Americans in Saudi Arabia and warned all U.S. citizens in the country to shelter in place.
Letterboxd and Black Bear Partner Up to Bring ‘Four Favorites’ Format to Theaters Nationwide
Independent distributor Black Bear is partnering with Letterboxd to bring the platform’s popular “Four Favorites” format to audiences across the country. The collaboration is tied to the release of “Tuner,” Black Bear’s upcoming thriller, which stars Leo Woodhall as “a gifted
Billboard and Fuse Media Launch Billboard Español TV, Covering Spanish-Language Music and Culture
Fuse Media and Billboard are teaming up to launch Billboard Español TV, a streaming channel that will highlight music and culture in Spanish for Latino audiences across the U.S. and beyond. Launching in the second quarter, Billboard Español TV will feature Spanish-language
US wrong to negotiate, Iranian regime 'not trustworthy,' Iranian opposition leader says
Speaking to Euronews, the exiled leader of the Kurdish Iranian opposition said that no one in the Iranian regime was “trustworthy”, downplaying claims from the US administration that Iranian officials were "reasonable” negotiators.
Arizona governor vetoes naming of highway for Charlie Kirk
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs (D) on Friday vetoed a bill to rename Phoenix's State Route 202, or Loop 202, after conservative activist Charlie Kirk, who was assassinated late last year. Hobbs denounced Kirk's death as "tragic and a horrifying act of violence," saying Americans
Kristin Cavallari Re-Releases Iconic ‘Laguna Beach’ Choker Ahead of Reunion Special
Uncommon James, Kristin Cavallari’s jewelry brand, has just re-released the “Laguna Black Choker Necklace,” a nod to the signature accessory she wore on the breakout reality show 20 years ago. The drop comes ahead of the “Laguna Beach” reunion, which will bring back together
The influencers with millions of followers who don't actually exist
Lil Miquela has 2.5 million Instagram followers, a high-fashion wardrobe, and a clear political voice. She has advocated for Black Lives Matter and the LGBTQI+ community, fronted major brand campaigns, and built a devoted global fanbase. She also has no pulse.
They Would Not Dream of Flowers: Translating Through the Tehran Blackout
"There, in that forced isolation, I sat translating a story about death. Meanwhile, the real thing operated just outside my window."
Why $4 a gallon gas prices won’t trigger Fed interest rate hikes — and could lead to cuts
While there's still plenty of uncertainty about where rates are headed, Wall Street commentary shifted back to expectations for cuts.
American Journalist Snatched Off the Street in Baghdad
American journalist Shelly Kittleson was kidnapped in broad daylight in Baghdad on Tuesday. The Iraqi Ministry of Interior stated that Kittleson, who has covered the Middle East for various outlets, was taken by “unknown individuals.” “Security forces immediately launched an
Oil nears highest price since start of Iran war
The US-Israel Iran war has halted almost all traffic in a key waterway and the price Brent crude has surged.
Tubi Adding 250 Episodes of ‘Sesame Street’ to Free Streaming Service
Tubi is counting all the way up to 250 as Elmo, Cookie Monster and more of the “Sesame Street” gang coming over to the free streamer. Starting Wednesday, April 1, Tubi will add 250 episodes of “Sesame Street” spanning from the beginning of the series to Season 38 under a deal
MTG Strixhaven is bringing back a $1000 card that's banned in every format
Secrets of Strixhaven has been revealed, and one of the special guest cards is none other than the ultra-rare 1993 classic Library of Alexandria.
Teaching robots to harvest asparagus
Asparagus is one of the most labor-intensive crops on the market. Harvesting demands extreme precision—the terrain is uneven, and the stalks are thin and of varying length. These challenges inhibit automation, leading to currently available harvesting robots being too slow and
Death Cab for Cutie, Turnstile, Japanese Breakfast Among Lineup for Bumbershoot Arts & Music Festival 2026
Death Cab for Cutie, Turnstile and Japanese Breakfast are just a few of the artists slated to perform at Bumbershoot Arts & Music Festival, taking place on September 5-6 at Seattle’s Seattle Center. Additional artists slated to perform at Bumbershoot include Blood Orange,
‘Summer House’ Stars Amanda Batula and West Wilson Confirm Relationship After Internet Speculation
Following a frenzy of mounting speculation, “Summer House” stars Amanda Batula and West Wilson have confirmed their relationship, sharing a joint statement via their Instagram stories on Tuesday morning. “We’ve seen the growing online speculation, so while this is still very
‘Bachelorette’ contestant Brad Ledford addresses Madison Cawthorn crash
Ledford explained that he and Cawthorn were driving when he briefly fell asleep and then woke up when he crashed into a concrete barrier on the interstate.
Iraq's Interior Ministry says a foreign journalist was kidnapped, rescue efforts underway
The Iraqi government on Tuesday said that a foreign woman journalist was kidnapped and that it is pursuing operations to track down the perpetrators and secure her release. Iraq’s interior ministry said the woman was kidnapped in the evening and that security forces pursued
Pokémon Pokopia April Fools' Day event guide
On April 1, you can participate in a short event in Pokopia to get an inflatable Sudowoodo item. We explain how to do this in our guide.
Live updates: Justices rule against Colorado's 'conversion therapy' ban; Hegseth, Trump press US allies
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth told reporters on Tuesday morning, in the fifth week of the Iran conflict, that regime change "has occurred" in Iran and echoed the president in pushing U.S. allies to help reopen the Strait of Hormuz. President Trump on Tuesday lashed out at
What builds cohesion in diverse societies? Brain scans point to shared national identity cues
The brain? It has a flexible social perception. In interactions with people from different ethnic groups, it tends to respond more inclusively when a shared national identity is made salient. A study, by the University of Trento, Italy, and Nanyang Technological University,
MindsEye Boss Calls It ‘The Worst Launch In History’ But Claims It’s ‘Being Very Well-Reviewed’ Now
Build a Rocket Boy's CEO says police are investigating alleged saboteurs
Vaporizer swarms are wiping out squads en masse as Arc Raiders diehards finally get the tougher Arc they were asking for
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Beyond a ‘Reasonable Doubt’
“Revisiting Jay-Z's hustler masterpiece—released on his own label at age 25—in the rapper's billionaire era.”
Falklands representative honors 1982 war veterans at UK reunion
The Falkland Islands Government Representative to the UK and Europe, Richard Hyslop, attended the South Atlantic Medal Association (SAMA 82) Annual General Meeting and Reunion Weekend in Gloucester, England, on March 28–29.
Haley: Trump has 'come too far to stop now' in Iran war
Former United Nations ambassador Nikki Haley on Tuesday praised President Trump’s ongoing military operations against Iran, saying the U.S. has "come too far to stop now." “I think you finish it,” Haley continued in an interview with CNBC. “This is not Venezuela where you
COVID-19 pandemic nudged young people in the UK toward extremism, according to recent data
As the UK entered COVID-19 lockdown in March 2020, security services and counterterrorism officials warned of a new threat forming in young people's bedrooms. Superintendent Matthew Davison, head of Prevent North-East, cautioned that extremists were deliberately targeting
Argentina's Cabinet Chief Adorni bought $230,000 apartment that his declared income cannot explain
Argentina's Cabinet Chief Manuel Adorni purchased a nearly 200-square-meter apartment in the Buenos Aires neighborhood of Caballito in November 2025 for $230,000, according to records from the National Property Registry. The financing behind the transaction does not align with
Jailed Palestinians fear death by hanging without due process under new Israeli law
By Ali Sawafta and Pesha Magid RAMALLAH/JERUSALEM, March 31 (Reuters) - Palestinians in the occupied West Bank voiced fears on Tuesday that their jailed relatives could be hanged without due process after Israel adopted a new law making the death penalty the default sentence
NBCU Television Chairman Pearlena Igbokwe and Apple Services VP Oliver Schusser Join Variety’s Entertainment Marketing Summit
Variety has announced additional speakers for the 2026 Entertainment Marketing Summit, presented by Deloitte, on April 22 in Los Angeles. Speakers will include NBCU Television Chairman Pearlena Igbokwe; Apple’s VP of Music, TV, Sports, Podcasts, and Beats, Oliver Schusser;
Palm Sunday bird sellers in Mexico City cling to fading tradition
Palm Sunday in Mexico City still sees pajareros lining the streets with birds and flowers, but tighter laws and criticism are shrinking the tradition.