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Chicagoan-born Pope Leo returns to his second home Peru
This is a homecoming for Pope Leo who spent decades in the South American country before being called to Rome in 2023. He is a naturalized Peruvian citizen and often speaks Spanish with his followers.
Democrats eye spring government funding punt
The party still needs to land on a strategy to curtail Iran war funding in the coming weeks.
Product for controlling agricultural pests proves harmful to iconic banana slug
Researchers at Oregon State University say a product used to control pest slugs on farms in multiple countries is harmful to an iconic West Coast slug and that more research is needed before the product is approved for use in the United States. The work is published in the
Michael John Roberts, Animator and Director on ‘Bojack Horseman,’ ‘Triptank,’ Dies at 48
Michael John Roberts, an animator, producer and director who worked on shows including “Bojack Horseman,” died Wednesday in Los Angeles of glioblastoma. He was 46. His family’s statement said, “Michael saw the world a little differently. A gifted artist with an extraordinary
Whoop launched a social network where every user has a ‘verified heartbeat’
Starting Thursday, Whoop members can share their data from its wearables on the app's new Whoop Humans social network. Users can make their metrics, activities, and achievements visible to other Whoop wearers, post Story-like "Moments" with photos and captions, and add comments
Military cemetery decorum: The tradition behind Hegseth's Veterans Day reprimand
BBC's Bernd Debusmann breaks down why Defence Secretary Hegseth's group was reprimanded at Arlington National Cemetery and the history behind its strict rules of conduct.
Unknowns play a major role in mortgage foreclosure decisions
When it comes to making decisions regarding mortgage foreclosures, a bank doesn't know what it doesn't know.
Parrots' vibrant feathers are surprisingly susceptible to bacterial attack
Flashy birds, from peacocks to parrots, have inspired a long tradition of using animal colors to study evolution. Colorful plumage often functions as a signal—for example, to attract a mate. Alternatively, drab colors can be used for camouflage. However, color can have
Asian Games container housing in Japan to shelter Kumamoto quake victims
The container houses will depart from Nagoya for the disaster-hit area in stages.
Amanda Seyfried Eager to Campaign for ‘You Can See Everything’ as Awards Eligibility Comes Into Focus (Exclusive)
In her first one-on-one interview about the film, the actress, who could become the only person ever nominated at a major award show for a performance in a documentary, says she's excited to hit the trail: "I’m very proud of the film, so I’m fully ready to engage in that."
Ex-Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang summoned to testify before Congress about affair with alleged Chinese spy
Huang abruptly quit on Thursday as head of one of the world's most valuable companies after revelations of alleged extramarital affairs.
A surprising brain difference may explain why some kids struggle with math
Stanford researchers have discovered that children who struggle persistently with math may have underlying differences in how their brains manage problem-solving strategies. Children with developmental dyscalculia were slower to switch strategies, less responsive to changes in
Multiplexed detector system precisely counts more than 9,000 photons
Researchers have developed a new approach that can precisely count from zero to more than 9,000 individual photons. The advance opens new possibilities for studying quantum light at large scales and making precise optical measurements.
SpaceX to invest $74B into data center construction projects in Texas, Arizona
Elon Musk’s SpaceX plans to invest more than $74 billion into building two data centers in Texas and Arizona, the company announced Thursday, marketing them as projects that will boost local communities amid backlash surrounding such facilities. “These investments will expand
Apple should have made the MacBook logo RGB
When Apple CEO John Ternus announced the first touchscreen Mac last month, the biggest reaction in the room wasn't for the PROLED MacBook Pro's OLED touchscreen or the thinner and lighter chassis; it was for the illuminated lid logo. It's a throwback to the light-up logos on
Plant sensing mechanism guards against pests
A new study has identified a previously unknown mechanism by which plants sense insect attack and activate defense responses.
Ancient climate records reveal how East Asian monsoon shifted abruptly into cold and drought
How does climate change affect the East Asian monsoon? Researchers from Utrecht University's Faculty of Geosciences, together with colleagues at research institutes in China and Belgium, are investigating this question by looking back 250,000 years. They found that, over long
Congress isn't letting Nvidia's Huang off the hook
{beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story Congress isn't letting Nvidia's Huang off the hook The resignation of Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang sent shockwaves across Silicon Valley and Washington, but the tensions seem far from over. © Greg Nash Lawmakers in Washington are
Poland says Pentagon has 'greenlit' permanent US base
Welcome to The Hill's Defense & NatSec newsletter {beacon} Defense &National Security Defense &National Security The Big Story Poland says Pentagon has 'greenlit' permanent US base Poland said this week that the Pentagon leadership has "greenlit" a permanent U.S. military
US: New Congress members pose for traditional photo at Capitol
Newly elected US lawmakers gathered on Capitol Hill on Thursday 12 November for a traditional group photograph ahead of the opening of the 120th Congress. The incoming House members are attending orientation following the November midterm elections.
NYC poised to get $1 billion in extra tax revenue thanks to tech-fueled gains on Wall Street: Mamdani
Wall Street fat cats are poised to contribute almost $1 billion more in tax revenue than New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani projected earlier this year, though a big budget gap still looms.
Nvidia’s board and ex-CEO Jensen Huang are a clown show — why the sorry spectacle likely isn’t over
This whole sordid mess goes beyond their wayward CEO and his sex life, and it was one of their own making.
Senate Democrats weigh December funding deadline to force an end to Iran war
Some Senate Democrats are looking to use a looming government funding deadline to force the Trump administration to end the war in Iran. While party leaders have yet to decide on whether to risk a shutdown, the desire for action from a mix of progressives and moderates could
Slay The Spire 2′s Latest Update Adds A New Character, Two New Modes, And A Byrdpip Evolution!
Oh, and a not-so-subtle hint that either the Hermit or the Watcher will be the next new characters
2021 heat dome a 'near miss' as study suggests overlooked historic heat wave could offer valuable lessons
A new study suggests that the impacts of the 2021 heat dome could have been much worse for British Columbians, despite its widespread devastation, when compared to a previously overlooked heat wave during World War II.
Matter–antimatter asymmetry still provides no evidence of new physics
The universe's dominance by ordinary matter is compelling evidence that matter and antimatter are not perfect reflections of each other. However, known differences do not explain the scale of this imbalance, leaving open the possibility that unknown physics is responsible. A
Extreme weather risk is scaring big corporations away from poorer countries—that hurts the companies, too
When multinational companies decide where to build a factory, open a mine or establish a regional office, they have to consider whether the investment will still be profitable years into the future.
How to Watch ‘Southern Charm’ Season 12 Online: The Bravo Reality Series Returns Tonight
Bravo is heading back to Charleston. “Southern Charm” returns for its 12th season on Thursday, Nov. 12, bringing another round of romantic entanglements, fractured friendships and Southern social drama. The Season 12 premiere airs at 9 p.m. ET/PT on Bravo and this year, viewers
5 takeaways from Nvidia’s Jensen Huang scandal
Corporate America is in the midst of its most dramatic scandal in years. Jensen Huang, the CEO and co-founder of Nvidia, resigned Thursday after admitting to one extramarital affair, with a woman suspected of being a Chinese agent, and amid new reporting of a second affair,
Shop of Horrors: How Talent Representation Firm Verve Became Hollywood’s Home for Successful Scares
When the box office grosses started rolling in this summer from Curry Barker’s “Obsession” and Kane Parsons’ “Backrooms,” social media wags predicted what Hollywood would do next: raid every Reddit thread and low-budget YouTube channel for the next big digital creator turned
Kalshi ends Donald Trump Jr. advisory role, pointing to Polymarket ties
Kalshi has ended Donald Trump Jr.’s advisory role with the company after his firm, 1789 Capital, increased its investment in Polymarket earlier this year. “We have mutually agreed to end Don’s advisory role after his firm’s significant investment in a competitor this past
FBI: North Korean hackers have stolen $400 million in crypto over last 18 months
The FBI said Thursday that North Korean hackers have stolen more than $400 million in cryptocurrency over the past 18 months using a social engineering scheme called “FaceStealer.” The scheme uses imposter versions of video conference platforms and secretly recorded web camera
Top trade committee Democrats launch probe into Trump administration approving Nvidia's chip sales to China
The top Democrats on the House and Senate's trade committees are requesting the Commerce Department preserve its records on President Trump's decision late last year to allow Nvidia to sell its H200 chips to China. The investigation was announced Thursday by Sen. Ron Wyden
Publication of air crash probes falls short, safety advocates say
By Allison Lampert MONTREAL, Nov 12 (Reuters) - National agencies around the world have not published enough air accident reports to generate recommendations that could improve safety for the flying public, advocates said on the sidelines of an industry conference on Thursday.
Print Center and Women’s Studio Workshop Name New Leaders
Plus, SITE Santa Fe artists announced, awards for Lorna Simpson and Wolfgang Tillmans, and Penske Media partners with Amazon … because of course.
GOP lawmaker says party is focusing on 'political power' rather than people
Texas Rep. Chip Roy (R) issued a scathing rebuke of the Republican Party on Thursday, after the GOP lost control of both chambers of Congress in the midterm elections last week. Roy, who will depart his role on Jan. 3 after launching an unsuccessful bid for Texas attorney
‘It’s a mistake’: reactions from tech leaders on Jensen Huang’s resignation
Nvidia announced this morning that Jensen Huang has resigned as CEO following reports of two affairs, including one with an alleged Chinese spy and one with a direct report. The situation surrounding Huang has unfolded quickly, with The New York Times only reporting on Friday
New 4-minute Fable gameplay trailer shows a game that doesn't look much like Fable
Maybe it's just me. Is it just me?
Chip-based laser cooling could ease quantum computing bottleneck
Researchers at Cornell have developed a laser-cooling technique that could potentially remove a significant bottleneck in the development of larger, faster quantum computers.
El Niño threatens health, too—early warnings done right can save lives
As communities around the world shore up their infrastructure in anticipation of one of the most powerful El Niños on record in late 2026 and early 2027, they need to think about rising health risks, too—and include them in early weather warnings.
Europe's look-alike Alpine newts turn out to be five distinct species
What scientists until recently called the Alpine newt has turned out to be five different species, following genetic research by Leiden biologists. One of these species was even new to science and has now been given a name: Mesotriton similis.
U.S. managed $12 billion in Venezuelan oil revenue, State Department says
Amid demands for transparency, the State Department released a report detailing the oil funds received by the United States and disbursed back to Venezuela.
Steam Makes Popular World War II Strategy Game Free to Play This Weekend
Steam players can try Company of Heroes 3 for free this weekend before picking up the World War II strategy game at a discount.
‘Ebenezer’ Reviews Roundup: Johnny Depp’s Comeback Gets a Chilly Reception
Critics are very split on Ti West's 'A Christmas Carol' adaptation, calling Depp everything from a "soulless worst Scrooge ever" to "eminently redeemable."
Arnold Schwarzenegger Explains to Jimmy Kimmel Why He’s ‘Absolutely’ Still a Republican After the Blue ‘Tsunami’ Midterms
Arnold Schwarzenegger, action icon and former governor of California, said during his Wednesday appearance on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” that he’s “absolutely” still an outspoken member of the Republican Party. “Yeah, I’m a Republican, absolutely,” he said. “A traditional Republican
Ray Nicholson Was “Scared” to Tell His Dad Jack Nicholson He Wanted to Pursue Acting
"My education really taught me that dad isn’t God. He’s not the only thing in this film industry. He’s a beautiful part of it, but a very small part," the actor said in a new Interview magazine conversation.