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With an NBA game coming, Nex Playground is in for a big 2026
More sports games and online gameplay are on the horizon for the console.
South Africa Axes Venice Biennale Proposal Centering Gaza Victims
Right-wing culture minister Gayton McKenzie reportedly called the subject of artist Gabrielle Goliath’s performance “highly divisive in nature.”
There’s a shark called the cookiecutter shark because it leaves bite marks...
There’s a shark called the cookiecutter shark because it leaves bite marks the shape of “neat, circular holes resembling the cut of a cookie cutter”. 💬 Join the discussion on kottke.org →
‘Dead Man’s Wire’ Director Gus Van Sant Reflects on 40 Years at the Helm: ‘I Was Sort of a Rabble-Rouser’
For his first feature in more than seven years, Gus Van Sant returns to themes — and also to a significant moment in time — that have resonated with the director over the course of a four-decade career. Such an artistic comeback makes an ideal excuse for a wide-ranging
Oscar Predictions: Best Actress — Jessie Buckley Leads, but There’s Room for a Surprise Snub or Two
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.
Arrests reported, cross removed as China crackdown on unofficial churches grows
A national crackdown on unofficial Christian organisations is growing in China.
‘Top Gun: Maverick’ Writer’s Cousin Loses Lawsuit Against Paramount Claiming He Wrote Key Scenes
The cousin of one of the writers of “Top Gun: Maverick” has lost his lawsuit against Paramount, in which he claimed to have written key scenes in the film. The plaintiff, Shaun Gray, is now facing potential liability for allegedly defrauding the studio and infringing on its
Inside the Surprise Success of Sydney Sweeney Thriller ‘The Housemaid’: A ‘Family Feud’ Appearance That Went Viral and Servicing an Underserved Female Audience
There’s a scene in “The Housemaid” in which Sydney Sweeney and Brandon Sklenar watch an old episode of “Family Feud” with host Richard Dawson. When they were filming the tension-filled sequence in early 2025, a lightbulb suddenly turned on in Sweeney’s head. “Syd goes, ‘We’ve
Africa: China Commitment to Africa Unwavering, Says FM Wang Yi
[ENA] Addis Ababa -- China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi has reaffirmed his country's unwavering commitment to Africa, emphasizing the continent's strategic importance in the foreign policy architecture of China.
Jujutsu Kaisen season 3 opening references: Stunning opening is jam-packed with symbolism
The beautiful opener for Jujutsu Kaisen season 3 is brimming with thematic parallels and narrative foreshadowing.
Elon Musk’s X (Formerly Twitter) Sues 18 Music Publishers, NMPA in Latest Move in Licensing Dispute
Elon Musk’s X (formerly Twitter) has filed an antitrust lawsuit against some 18 music publishers and their trade organization, the National Music Publishers Association, in the latest move in a drawn-out battle over licensing. The platform alleges that the companies and NMPA
Stephanie Temma Hier Juxtaposes Uncanny Ceramic Sculptures with Embedded Paintings
The Brooklyn-based artist revels in tension and ambiguity in surreal, hybrid compositions. Do stories and artists like this matter to you? Become a Colossal Member today and support independent arts publishing for as little as $7 per month. The article Stephanie Temma Hier
Boosie Badazz Sentenced to Time Served, 3 Years Supervised Release in Gun Case
"The outcome allows Mr. Hatch to move ahead with his life," his defense lawyer says
Jeffries not ruling out impeaching Kristi Noem if Democrats win House
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) said Thursday that he has not ruled out impeaching Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem if Democrats take back the House after the 2026 midterm elections. "Yeah, we haven't ruled anything in or anything out in terms of the
Ben Affleck and Matt Damon Pushed Netflix to Offer Performance-Based Bonuses to ‘The Rip’ Crew
The move is a departure from the streaming service's business model of only paying fees up front.
Trump administration sends delegation to Venezuela in step to restore diplomatic relations
The Trump administration on Friday sent a delegation to Venezuela after both countries agreed to explore the restoration of diplomatic relations. “On January 9, U.S. diplomatic and security personnel from the [Venezuela Affairs Unit] VAU, including Chargé d’Affaires John T.
Ari Lennox – “Twin Flame”
At the end of month, Ari Lennox is releasing her third studio album Vacancy. We’ve heard the title track and the single “Under The Moon.” Today she’s three for three with another called “Twin Flame.” It was produced by Tommy “TBHits” Brown and Leather Jacket. Whereas “Under The
Africa: Health Emergencies in Sub-Saharan Africa!
[The Point] Health emergencies are situations that pose a significant threat to public and global health.
Zach Bryan Swings Bigger Than Ever on ‘With Heaven on Top’
The superstar's latest is a 25-track behemoth in which he wrestles with everything from ICE to his messy recent past
Over half of The Sims development team is working on The Sims 4 and 'the next evolution' so I guess it's time to start speculating again
Here we are again trying to divine the future of The Sims from an announcement about the future of The Sims.
Divinity's reveal trailer was brutal and dark for a reason, Larian's writing director says: 'We want to give players the opportunity to be the light in that darkness'
But not in the way that those dudes who got burned alive in the trailer were lighting up the darkness, I suppose.
America’s Venezuelan adventure has limited impact on Asia
The US abduction of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and plans to confiscate Venezuelan oil revenues have rightly stimulated discussion about the consequences for Asia. Some of the conclusions from this discussion, however, are flawed. The US has historically portrayed
Jack Smith set to testify publicly
House Judiciary Committee Chair Jim Jordan (R-Ohio) said he will invite former special counsel Jack Smith to testify publicly about his investigation into President Trump. A source familiar said the former prosecutor could appear as soon as this month. The move comes after
It's not the news we wanted but it's what we expected: EA has finally admitted Project Rene is a 'mobile-first' game
After over a year of leaks, getting some answers about the future of the series is better than more silence.
Amid mass Iran protests, Trump takes cautious approach
By Steve Holland and Jonathan Landay WASHINGTON, Jan 9 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump is treading carefully around the issue of mass protests in Iran amid some U.S. predictions that the unrest may not be widespread enough to challenge Tehran's clerical establishment.
Video filmed by ICE agent who shot Minneapolis woman emerges
The clip shows the chaotic moments before gunfire rang out on a Minneapolis street.
EU-Mercosur deal to be signed in Asunción on Jan. 17
The Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between the Southern Common Market (Mercosur) and the European Union (EU) will be signed in Paraguay on Saturday, Jan. 17, Argentine Foreign Minister Pablo Quirno confirmed on Friday, following the decisive round of voting in Brussels, where
Trump Withdraws From Major Culture Preservation Groups
Two entities focused on global heritage and arts policy are among dozens the White House deemed “contrary to the interests” of the United States.
More diplomatic and economic tensions surface between China, Japan as a bumpy week ends
The week highlighted rising political and economic friction between Beijing and Tokyo.
The PvPvE extraction shooter where you build and drive a huge stompy mechanical base across a ruined planet gets a Steam release date
Sand: Raiders of Sophie is stomping our way soon.
The 5 Best Songs Of The Week
Every week the Stereogum staff chooses the five best new songs of the week. The eligibility period begins and ends Thursdays right before midnight. You can hear this week’s picks below and on Stereogum’s Favorite New Music Spotify playlist, which is updated weekly. (An expanded
A Candle for the ‘Cottage,’ a Hollander Quarter-Zip and 11 Other Pieces of ‘Heated Rivalry’ Merch to Pick Up Online
Few shows have garnered the kind of immediate public support and viral buzz quite like “Heated Rivalry.” From Canadian production company Bell Media, and streaming in the U.S. on HBO Max, the hockey romance series has propelled its two leads, Connor Storrie and Hudson Williams,
AFI Awards: Gwyneth Paltrow, George Clooney, Emma Stone and More of the Best Celebrity Photos
The American Film Institute’s AFI Awards on Friday proved once again to be one of the starriest events of awards season. George Clooney, Emma Stone, Gwyneth Paltrow, Ethan Hawke, Wunmi Mosaku and Rhea Seehorn were among the earliest arrivals at the red carpet luncheon at the
‘Hamnet’ Team on Chloé Zhao’s Directing, Leadership and Her Cameo During the Final Globe Theater Scene
The creative team behind Chloé Zhao’s “Hamnet” gathered for a panel discussion as part of the Variety Screening Series to reveal the collaborative process that brought Maggie O’Farrell’s novel to life on screen. The film follows Agnes (Jessie Buckley), the wife of a young
Trump Picks the Weirdest Moment to Hype Up His New Ballroom
The president’s myriad disparate interests finally aligned on Friday when he was able to squeeze his recent acquisition of Venezuela’s oil reserves into the same sentence as his White House ballroom project. “The largest Oil Companies in the World are coming to the White House
How to unlock more home plots in Heartopia
There's only one way to unlock new home plots in Heartopia and in this guide we explain how you do it.
Beer With a Painter: Michael Berryhill
“You can’t think your way through a painting,” the artist said during our conversation at his home studio in the Catskills. “You can only act, mark, or feel your way through.”
EU gives nod to Mercosur FTA despite fragmented France's rejection
A qualified majority of European Union (EU) member states voted Friday to approve the landmark Free Trade Agreement with the Southern Common Market (Mercosur). The decision marks a historic geopolitical shift, positioning the EU to counter rising US tariffs and Chinese
Minecraft's new baby mobs have turned the chicken into a celebrity
Mojang has redesigned eight different mobs, including wolves, kittens, piglets, calves, ocelots, lambs, and rabbits
Burgum: Europeans should be 'cheering' for US to annex Greenland
Interior Secretary Doug Burgum on Thursday said Europeans should be "cheering" for President Trump's plan for the U.S. to acquire Greenland from Denmark. "Greenland is critical to the national security of the United States. It’s critical to European security," Burgum told "Rob
Trump accidentally disclosed jobs report data before release, White House says
The White House said Friday it is reviewing its policies regarding economic data releases after an “inadvertent disclosure” of jobs report data by President Trump. In a series of Thursday evening posts on Truth Social, the president shared infographics including information
Premature Evaluation: Zach Bryan With Heaven On Top
The post Premature Evaluation: Zach Bryan With Heaven On Top appeared first on Stereogum .
Uncovering the Secrets of Henri Rousseau’s Paintings
A new exhibition freshly contextualizes many artworks in the light of his personal story, while conservators conducted revelatory technical studies.
Jennifer Lawrence Says Doing a Sex Scene ‘With a Stranger Is Preferable’: ‘It’s Weirder’ With Co-Stars You Know
Jennifer Lawrence said during a live recording of the “Happy Sad Confused” podcast (via People) that acting in sex scenes with strangers is “preferable” because things are way less awkward when you have to get intimate with a co-star who is not a friend. As an example, the
Flusher locations in Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 1
Flushers, also known as port-a-potties, allow you to hide or quickly travel to another location in Fortnite. Here's where you can find flushers.
Israel's normalization with Syria grows further as Druze and Kurds battle al-Sharaa for control
Since the Assad regime fell, the Kurds in Syria have been vying for control with al-Sharaa. Israel's entry into the fray could lead to conflict with Turkey and the U.S.
Alexander Skarsgård on Joking About a ‘Smear’ Oscar Campaign Against His Dad and the Risk of ‘Pillion’: ‘This Could Be a Career Killer, or Incredible’
In the carefully calibrated economy of Alexander Skarsgård’s filmography, “Pillion” arrives as something of a quiet revelation — a film that asks one of contemporary cinema’s most physically imposing leading men to communicate not through brute force or spectacle, but through
Greenland 2 ending explained: Director breaks down [SPOILERS] death and pitches a wild sequel
Director Ric Roman Waugh unpacks Greenland 2: Migration's final moments.
When We Learned Our Universe Is Speeding Up
Violent star blasts pointed to a huge cosmological surprise The post When We Learned Our Universe Is Speeding Up appeared first on Nautilus .