Japanese military officer arrested over alleged entry into Chinese Embassy in Tokyo
The Chinese government said the intruder threatened to kill Chinese diplomats.
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‘Project Hail Mary’ Filmmakers Had a Radical Idea for Composer Daniel Pemberton
The composer, also known for Phil Lord and Chris Miller's 'Spider-Verse' movie, discusses his process on the hit film, which he calls the most challenging of his career: "I don't think I've ever been on a film where we revisited more sequences than this movie."
Offended? Not me. How people use denial to appear rational on social media
People often downplay being offended during online arguments to appear more rational, according to new research from the University of East Anglia (UEA). The study reveals how social media users navigate, negotiate and often reject accusations of being offended during heated
Sara Duterte impeachment hearings start as political death match heats up
The Philippines' VP faces another impeachment round with her 2028 presidential run on the line.
China’s foreign minister urges early peace talks in call with Iranian counterpart
Talking is always better than fighting, Wang told Araqchi.
China's foreign minister urges early peace talks in call with Iranian counterpart
BEIJING, March 24 - Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi called on Tuesday on parties to seize all opportunities to start peace talks as soon as possible in a phone call with his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araqchi, according to a statement from Wang's ministry.
What's for dinner? Tooth enamel reveals what early Mesopotamians really ate
We can learn a great deal about the lives and social structures of civilizations thousands of years ago by studying what they ate. While actual food remains are few and far between, scientists can reconstruct ancient menus by studying chemical signatures in human remains,
Former Pussycat Doll Thinks She Was Excluded From Reunion Because She’s MAGA
Earlier this month, the Pussycat Dolls announced a big reunion tour and released " Club Song ." The lineup consists of Nicole Scherzinger, Kimberly Wyatt, and Ashley Roberts, and the singers froze when they were asked on The Today Show about why the other original members
Commissioners Behind Huw Edwards Drama Say They Have No Interest in Platforming His Alternative Version, Detail Significance of His Downfall: ‘He Was Incredibly Trusted by the Public’
Two years ago, when news anchor Huw Edwards – one of the BBC’s highest paid and best known journalists – was convicted of making indecent images of children, some believed to be as young as 7, almost the entirety of the U.K. was stunned. Edwards, who’d spent his entire career
‘Reacher’ Star Alan Ritchson Won’t Face Criminal Charges After Alleged Fight With Neighbor, Police Say
Alan Ritchson won’t face criminal charges after an alleged physical dispute between the “Reacher” star and his Tennessee neighbor, the Brentwood Police Department, which was investigating the altercation, announced in a statement. “After reviewing available evidence, including
SXSW London Chief Teases Conference Program, Draws a Distinction Between Austin and Shoreditch: ‘We’ve Decided to Create Our Own Vibe’
Katy Arnander, director of programming at SXSW London, teased this year’s conference program Tuesday evening at an event at a hip bar in the uber-cool neighborhood of Shoreditch, East London, where the festival is staged. The bar’s name, Equal Parts, neatly reflected the nature
Ex-Pussycat Dolls Member Believes Her Support for RFK Jr. Cost Her a Reunion Spot: ‘I Was a Liability’
Jessica Sutta believes her Make America Healthy Again views and support for RFK Jr. cost her the chance to reunite with the group for their upcoming ‘PCD Forever’ tour
Alternative pathways in proteasome biogenesis deciphered
A new study conducted by researchers from the University of Potsdam and the University of Cologne has deciphered the step-by-step assembly of the eukaryotic proteasome. Eukaryotes are organisms whose cells have a clearly defined nucleus and different compartments within the
Social media bans and digital curfews to be trialled on UK teenagers
The government will interview the young people and their parents before and after they try the limits to assess their impact.
Despite Uncertainty, Gulf Art World Projects Normalcy
Many museums and galleries remain open and Art Dubai is rescheduled with cautious optimism, but experts warn of threats to cultural heritage.
If you think the citizens in city builders are grumpy and needy, try pleasing a bunch of jealous Roman gods
In city builder Nova Roma, the gods can make life easier for you—just don't turn your back on them.
After feedback that Death Stranding was 'too slow,' Kojima wanted more players to see Death Stranding 2 all the way through to the end
Being more divisive wasn't the goal after all.
Middle East source: U.S. presented Iran with 15-point plan for comprehensive deal
A source familiar with the matter told Haaretz that the plan - which was presented via Pakistani officials - includes a ban on all uranium enrichment, limiting Iran's ballistic missile program and allowing free passage through the Strait of Hormuz. The source said Tehran
Frankie Muniz’s Race Car Driver Career and NASCAR Schedule Forced ‘Malcolm in the Middle’ Reboot to Film Sundays to Thursdays: ‘It Was Exhausting’
The upcoming “Malcolm in the Middle” reboot pivoted to a Sunday to Thursday shooting schedule in order to accommodate star Frankie Muniz’s career as a race car driver. Muniz is one of several original cast members returning for the reboot series, which is set to stream on Hulu
Warming coastal waters emerge as primary driver of large-scale humid heat waves
Rising sea surface temperatures in coastal waters are driving 50 to 64 percent of the increase in large-scale humid heat waves, according to new research. The study, from researchers at the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK), Princeton University and Sun
Meta told to pay $375m for misleading users over child safety
The owner of Instagram, Facebook and WhatsApp has been found liable by a court in New Mexico.
Overlooked microbial network may drive methane production in the seafloor
Deep below the surface in coastal sediments, microorganisms use conductive particles as tiny natural "wires" to exchange electrons. This enables them to convert organic carbon into methane in a way not previously documented. The mechanism is described in a new study in Nature
Hegseth disappointed with possible negotiated ceasefire with Iran, Trump says
Presented by Lanteris Space Systems {beacon} Defense &National Security Defense &National Security PRESENTED BY The Big Story Hegseth disappointed with possible negotiated ceasefire with Iran, Trump says President Trump said on Tuesday that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth
Chip Taylor, Songwriters Hall of Fame Member Who Wrote ‘Wild Thing’ and ‘Angel of the Morning,’ Dies at 86
Chip Taylor, the Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee who is best known for writing the classic hits “Angel of the Morning” and “Wild Thing,” died Monday at age 86. The death was reported on social media by his friend, singer Billy Vera, who said that Taylor passed away while in
The Biggest Week of the Spring?
We weigh in on the new New Museum, plus a guide to spring’s art fairs, Asia Art Week, and a new take on the Whitney Biennial.
A Nuclear Warship Thriller, Kyrgyz Action Drama and Latin Dancing Dramedy Win Series Mania’s Big Industry Prizes
Nuclear warship murder thriller ‘R91,’ Kyrgyz action drama ‘Red Pants’ and Latin dancing dramedy ‘Chacachá!’ won big Tuesday night at France’s Series Mania, Europe’s biggest TV festival, scooping the prizes offered by its three biggest industry events, the Series Mania Forum’s
Barren captive environments don't just restrict animals—they intensify and prolong pain
Most people have experienced it: when you're moving, engaged, and focused, pain fades into the background, then flares when you're immobilized with nothing to do. That isn't imagination; it's biology. A comprehensive review published in Frontiers in Animal Science shows that
Kevin DiCicco, Creator of the ‘Air Bud’ Character, Dies at 63
Kevin DiCicco, the dog trainer and creator behind the beloved “Air Bud” film franchise, has died at the age of 63, his family confirmed. DiCicco died March 21 in San Diego after spending time in hospice care, his brother Mark told TMZ. DiCicco first rose to national attention
OpenAI discontinues Sora video generation app, Disney pulls out of $1 billion investment deal
The shutdown of the app is reportedly part of a broader strategic shift away from video generation in favor of productivity apps.
Shane Black Tackling Adaptation of Don Pendleton’s ‘The Executioner’ Books for Sony (Exclusive)
Joel Silver reteams with Black for the effort, and will produce with Don Murphy and Susan Montford of Angry Films.
UK's Starmer, Saudi crown prince discussed ongoing Middle East conflict, Downing Street says
March 24 (Reuters) - British Prime Minister Keir Starmer discussed the ongoing conflict in the Middle East with Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on Tuesday evening, a Downing Street spokesperson said. Starmer reiterated support for Saudi Arabia during the
Oil, stock trading spiked before Trump's Iran remarks
Thousands of oil contracts -- a far higher volume than normal -- were traded 15 minutes before US President Donald Trump pledged to halt strikes on Iranian energy infrastructure, sending prices tumbling, data showed on Tuesday. Between 1049 GMT and 1050 GMT, 734 oil contracts
A tiny protein tweak, finally traceable: How light-based tagging targets pyroglutamate
Amino acids are like Lego blocks—they can be linked together to form complex structures called proteins. Unlike Legos, however, there are only 20 different types of amino acids available to build a protein. Proteins depend on posttranslational modifications, or chemical changes
‘Life Is Strange: Reunion’ Actors on Ending Max and Chloe’s ‘More Mature’ Story in New Video Game, Hopes for Live-Action TV Series
Square Enix will reveal the conclusion to the story of “Life Is Strange” characters Max and Chloe with the release of “Life Is Strange: Reunion” on Thursday. Without giving away major spoilers, the video game actors behind the duo can’t share much about how the story ends,
China is betting on bigger tech hubs for growth, but analysts warn of old risks
Beijing is funnelling resources into scaled-up AI and chip clusters in its next five-year plan but analysts warn that supply-driven expansion could outpace viable market demand.
Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor Joins Matthew Gray Gubler, Melissa Fumero in CBS Dramedy ‘Einstein’
Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor is set for a series regular role in the upcoming CBS series “Einstein,” Variety has learned. Ellis-Taylor will appear alongside previously announced lead Matthew Gray Gubler and recently announced costar Melissa Fumero. The official logline for the show
Roots of Truth Abyss puzzle walkthrough in Crimson Desert
Crimson Desert's Roots of Truth puzzle involves some complicated Axiom Force maneuvers. Here's how to clear Roots of Truth.
What changes could come to FEMA under Mullin?
{beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment The Big Story What changes could come to FEMA? The Trump administration’s next self-imposed deadline for reforms to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is this week — and uncertainty looms about potential changes
Cruz asks Senate to hold his salary during DHS shutdown
Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) asked on Tuesday for his congressional salary to be withheld until the shutdown at the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is over. “Due to the Democrat’s Shutdown, I’ve asked the Financial Clerk of the Senate to hold my salary,” the Texas senator
New bill targets sports prediction markets: What are they, and why could some be banned?
A new bipartisan bill is targeting some prediction markets. Here's what to know.
House Republicans pan proposal to split up DHS bill despite openness from Trump
House Republicans are pushing back stiffly against the idea of splitting up legislation to fund the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), despite the White House and Senate Republicans saying President Trump is open to doing just that. For weeks, GOP leaders have rejected the
Ex-NATO ambassador: Iran war will have ‘far greater reverberations’ than war in Iraq
Former NATO Ambassador Ivo Daalder on Monday said the results of the Iran war will have “far greater reverberations" than the war in Iraq and will rock economic security, alliances and world order. “Less than a month in, the world is now witnessing the largest oil and gas
Sony Is At A Crossroads With Bungie’s Marathon
The extraction shooter has the juice but does Sony think it's worth the squeeze?
Highly and casually active citizen scientists contribute equally valuable data
The word "nemotia" is a neologism, a newly coined term that in this case, describes the sense of overwhelmingness and disconnect accompanying the thought that nothing you do will ever make a difference. If this describes your current frame of mind, you might find some comfort
Anthropic's Claude used by Pentagon in war with Iran, official confirms
Anthropic’s signature AI model Claude is being used by the Pentagon during the U.S. military’s ongoing war against Iran, a Pentagon official confirmed Tuesday during a Senate subcommittee hearing. Pentagon Chief Information Officer Kirsten A. Davies confirmed to Sen. Jack Reed
‘Reacher’ Star Alan Ritchson Will Not Face Charges After Altercation With Neighbor
Police in Brentwood, Tennessee found the actor acted in self-defense during an altercation with his neighbor, Ronnie Taylor