Referendum defeat leaves Italy's Meloni looking more vulnerable
Meloni vowed to press on after losing a vote on constitutional reform many turned into a referendum on her government.
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Superconducting chip generates tunable terahertz waves for compact imaging
A tiny crystal chip which uses terahertz radiation to see clearly through a wide range of materials could find applications in health care, biological research, and security screening. Researchers from Scotland and Japan have developed a lightweight superconducting chip, which
LLMs stereotype non-Western moral values in predictable ways, research finds
Aliah Zewail, a graduate student in psychological and brain sciences in the College of Natural Sciences (CNS), has led research for a new paper examining the confluence of artificial intelligence (AI), large language models (LLMs), morality, and cultural diversity.
Trump approved Iran operation after Netanyahu argued for joint killing of Khamenei, sources say
Sources told Reuters that a private phone call between the Israeli prime minister, in which he stressed that Trump could 'make history' by toppling the ayatollah regime and take revenge for Iranian efforts to assassinate him, was central in Trump's decision to strike when he did
Australia, EU push to seal trade deal as Von der Leyen visits
SYDNEY, March 24 - European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen will meet Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese in Canberra on Tuesday as both sides seek to clinch a long-delayed free trade deal following negotiations launched in 2018.
Trump administration will reimburse company for fossil fuel investment as it ditches wind
The Trump administration and French oil major TotalEnergies announced an agreement Munder which the government would reimburse the company for oil and gas investments as the company abandons investments in wind power off the U.S. coast. The administration said in a press
Spire of Insight puzzle walkthrough in Crimson Desert
The Spire of Insight in Crimson Desert will lead you to the Abyss, but you must first solve its four riddles hidden inside. Here's how to solve them.
All fish, insects, and recipes in Heartopia's 'Dreamlight Cinematics' event season
Our Heartopia guide lists where to find all the limited-time fish, insects, forageables, and ingredients for cooking.
Spotify Layoffs in Podcast Group Cut 3% of Headcount, With Staffers Let Go From The Ringer and Spotify Studios
More job cuts have come in Spotify’s podcast group, including layoffs at The Ringer, the streamer’s podcast network and sports and pop culture site. The layoffs Monday affected 15 employees, about 3% of the podcast organization, with most cuts coming at The Ringer and Spotify
War in the Middle East: latest developments
Here are the latest developments in the Middle East war on Monday: - Trump-Netanyahu call - Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that he had spoken with Donald Trump and that the US president believed the countries' military gains in Iran could be converted into a
Hubble revisits Crab Nebula to track 25 years of expansion
Nearly a millennium ago, astronomers witnessed a brilliant new star blazing in the sky—a supernova so bright it was visible in daylight for weeks. Today, its expanding remnant, the Crab Nebula, continues to evolve 6,500 light-years away. First linked to historical records by
‘Wonder Man’ Renewed for Season 2 with Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, Ben Kingsley Set to Return
Only two other Marvel live-action shows have received a second season.
‘Wonder Man’ Renewed for Season 2 at Disney+
Now that’s wonderful news. The Marvel Television series “Wonder Man” has been renewed for Season 2 at Disney+. The news comes around two months after the series launched, with eight episodes of the first season debuting on the streamer on Jan. 27. Yahya Abdul Mateen II and Ben
Why Is Tom Scott Back? YouTube Star Talks Breaking Two-Year Hiatus for New Series, Why It Will Stream First on Indie Platform Nebula
And now, back to Tom Scott’s regularly scheduled programming. On Monday, dormant internet star Scott posted his first YouTube video since Jan. 1, 2024, when he announced his decision to step away from the weekly grind of content creation. Scott, who still boasts more than 6.6
Mahershala Ali Joins ‘Task’ Season 2 at HBO
Mahersala Ali has been tapped for a major role in “Task” Season 2, Variety has learned. Ali will appear alongside returning star Mark Ruffalo in the HBO crime drama, which is currently in pre-production. The show originally debuted on the premium cabler in September 2025 and
Rededication service for Trooper Tingle - the 'Unknown Soldier'
It’s a question that remained a mystery for decades: who exactly was the “unknown soldier” buried in an unmarked grave in Belgium? Cemeteries everywhere are full of unidentified service members killed in war. They symbolize the ultimate sacrifice and the many fallen without a
Stepping out...to discover Brussels' best chocolatiers
Calling all chocolate lovers. A one-off walking trail of some of the best chocolate shops in Brussels is planned for next week. The plan is for participants to visit up to ten chocolatiers in the city centre and sample their wares. You can sample their pralines, chocolates,
Arc Raiders Flashpoint update tease may confirm an unpopular fan theory
It looks like Shredders will be escaping from Stella Montis next week, most likely making their way into Blue Gate.
Jamming bacterial communications, instead of killing the microbes, might provide long-lasting treatment
Every minute, nearly 500 antibiotic prescriptions are written in the U.S. Many of these drugs succeed, but more are being outmaneuvered by resistant bacteria. This can lead to tragic results, like the death of one Nevada woman in 2017 after 26 treatments couldn't cure her
Trump Erects Contentious Columbus Statue Outside White House
The original was among dozens of Columbus monuments toppled in 2020 during nationwide protests against racial violence.
Frustrated Lewis pair chemistry enables dual atom insertion to build bioactive molecules
Researchers from the National University of Singapore (NUS) have developed a boron-catalyzed method to transform oxetanes, which are small four-membered ring molecules, into larger, medicinally relevant 1,3-oxazinanes by the selective insertion of two building blocks, a carbon
Tehran's next top leader? The rise of Iran's hardline parliament speaker Mohammad Ghalibaf
Ghalibaf has emerged as a consequential figure amid uncertainty over the fate of Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei. Ghalibaf, who spent decades within the establishment, has opposed nuclear weapons as un-Islamic and said Holocaust denial gives Israel leverage
Bahrain proposes UN Security Council approve use of force to protect Hormuz shipping
By John Irish PARIS, March 23 (Reuters) - Bahrain has put forward a draft United Nations Security Council resolution that would authorise countries to use "all necessary means" - diplomatic language for force - to protect commercial shipping in and around the Strait of Hormuz,
Bipartisan senators unveil bill banning sports prediction market contracts
Sens. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) and John Curtis (R-Utah) introduced a bill Monday that would ban prediction markets from listing sports bets or casino-style games on their platforms. The Prediction Markets Are Gambling Act would block entities that are regulated by the Commodity
DeSantis on another White House campaign: 'We'll see'
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) is not ruling out another White House bid after his failed 2024 campaign. “We’ll see,” he told Fox News host Sean Hannity on his podcast, “Hang Out with Sean Hannity.” The full interview with DeSantis will be released on Tuesday. The term-limited
No DHS talks expected until Mullin is confirmed, White House official says
The Oklahoma senator is set to get OK'd by his colleagues Monday night.
Academy Names 2025-2026 Nicholl Fellowships in Screenwriting Recipients – Film News in Brief
The Academy has announced this year’s recipients of the Nicholl Fellowships in Screenwriting. The 2025-2026 fellow class consists of Lynn McKee, Katla Sólnes, Leo Aguirre, Omar Al Dakheel, Elie El Choufany, Sara Crow and David Rafailedes. Crow and Rafailedes were selected as a
Joel Meyerowitz on Photographing Giorgio Morandi’s Studio
“He was assembling a force field of geometric objects,” said Meyerowitz, whose book of images exploring the painter's famous still lifes is being rereleased this spring.
Diamonds are not a geoengineer's best friend: Carbon impurities provide a reality check
The field of solar geoengineering revolves around the idea of cooling the globe via the injection of aerosols to reflect sunlight or to thin clouds. One such strategy, stratospheric aerosol injection (SAI), aims to mimic the effects of a volcanic eruption. Volcanoes spew sulfur
Heavy rain and thunderstorms sweep across parts of the Gulf States
UAE authorities remain on high alert as heavy rain, strong winds and dust storms are expected to hit the country this week.
How To Collect Pokémon Cards In 2026 Without Spending A Fortune
Have a brilliant time filling binders without having to find new packs
Glenbright Manor basement puzzle walkthrough in Crimson Desert
Crimson Desert's Glenbright Manor puzzle takes you into the manor basement, where you can get the Cloudcart blueprint and an alchemy recipe
Tucker Carlson and Joe Kent for president?
While I don’t expect Tucker Carlson and Joe Kent to run for president, I’m warning you, neocons: You are writing off serious skepticism of this war, pretending it doesn’t exist and pretending it’s just all anti-Semitism. It’s not true.
Climate change may complicate avalanche risk across the Pacific Northwest
This winter was one of the warmest on record across the West. As a result, many snowy, alpine areas have seen bouts of winter rainfall where there would ordinarily only be snow. These unusual weather patterns have contributed to an abysmal ski season, but they can also set the
Wildflower folk remedy shows modern potential for tackling antibiotic resistance
Scientists have proven that a wildflower steeped in folklore for its medicinal powers has genuine healing qualities—and the potential to help combat antibiotic resistance. Tormentil, a yellow wildflower found in heath and boglands in the UK, Ireland and across Europe, can
The Kinks Respond to Moby Bashing ‘Lola’: ‘Who the F-ck Is Moby?’
“I don’t like to criticize anybody,” Dave Davies tells Rolling Stone . “But I didn’t particularly like his music. And I don’t like him because he’s throwing all this shit up about something that shouldn’t bother him”
Trump tours Elvis Presley's Graceland, signs guitar during Memphis visit
President Trump stopped to visit Elvis Presley’s former home, known as Graceland, during his trip to Memphis, Tenn., on Monday. “They all say, ‘Did you know Elvis?’” Trump told reporters during a tour of the mansion. “So I knew Frank Sinatra, I knew most of them.
Capcom says it 'will not implement assets generated by AI into our game content,' but still plans to use AI to 'enhance efficiency and boost productivity' in game development
Capcom told its investors that its players won't be presented with any AI-generated assets, but it's unclear where it draws the line.
Trader Joe’s frozen food recall expands to 10M pounds of popular items sent to 43 states
Slivers of glass were found in various meals.
New top prosecutor named to replace Alina Habba at US attorney's office in New Jersey
A new top federal prosecutor has been named to lead the U.S. Attorney's office in New Jersey following months of disarray after its former leader, Alina Habba, was found to have been unlawfully serving in the role. Robert Frazer, a career prosecutor in the office for more than
Unlocking longevity insights from ancient bristlecone pine
What can the world's longest living individual teach us about longevity? A team of scientists coordinated by the University of California, Davis, sequenced the Great Basin bristlecone pine genome, which could help unlock the secrets of this tree's exceptionally long life and
Hawley investigates FICO for mortgage credit scoring
The Missouri Republican says the increasing cost of credit scores is straining homebuyers in an already unaffordable market.
Film Academy Awards Five Nicholl Fellowships in Screenwriting
The talent development program supports non-professional screenwriters.
Rockets launched from Iraq’s Mosul towards US base in Syria, say sources
MOSUL, Iraq, March 23 - At least seven rockets were launched from the Iraqi town of Rabi'a towards a U.S. military base in northeastern Syria on Monday, two Iraqi security sources, the first attack of its kind since the start of the U.S.-Israeli military campaign on Iran.
Do You Actually Have to Finish That Novel?
"A critic considers the strange moral pressure we feel to read to the very last page."
Precision of the food-directional 'waggle dance' fluctuates with audience size and who's in attendance, study reveals
In recent years, scientists have carefully deciphered details of the honey bee "waggle dance," which is an advanced form of social communication in the animal kingdom. University of California San Diego biologists and their international colleagues recently unraveled how the
‘Game On,’ an Esports YA Romance, Set at Tubi; Case Walker and Sky Katz to Star in Movie (EXCLUSIVE)
Free streaming service Tubi has announced its newest YA romance, set in the world of competitive video games. “Game On” is set to star Sky Katz (“Surviving Summer”) and Case Walker (“The Other Two”), as well as video game legend Nolan North, who is known for his voice work in
Homan expects ICE protests at airports, sees DHS shutdown ending soon
White House border czar Tom Homan said Monday he expects demonstrations against the federal immigration enforcement presence at airports across the country, as the shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) continues. “We're going to first send out to the biggest
‘Sherlock’ Creator Steven Moffat and Producer Sue Vertue on New Show ‘Number 10’ – a ‘Workplace Comedy Drama in the Most Ridiculous Workplace’
‘Sherlock’ producer Sue Vertue and co-creator Steven Moffat talked at Series Mania about their new political show “Number 10,” written by Moffat for Channel 4/ITVS. “[It’s about] British government, we don’t know which party is in power. You have no idea. But, as I discovered
