Riven co-creator defends his use of AI art: 'Any artist can take a brush and, without thinking, an artist can create slop'
The vinyl soundtrack's release should have been a moment to celebrate, instead it's been marked by controversy.
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Scientists reversed liver aging with young gut bacteria in stunning study
Rebooting the gut microbiome with bacteria from youth may help stop aging-related liver damage and even prevent liver cancer, according to new research in mice. Older mice that received their own preserved youthful microbiome showed less inflammation, reduced DNA damage, and no
NYC’s elites are tired of being painted as the enemy by Mamdani and his ilk
A friend of mine who runs a big finance-related firm here in New York City is scouting for new digs in Miami — not only for office space but also a house — and it’s not just about the taxes.
Malaysia considering legal action against Meta over fake royal accounts
There were 15,296 fake accounts found using the identities of 26 royal family members.
Australia's Trump-aligned populists vow to fight mass migration after winning first lower house seat
SYDNEY, May 10 - Australia's right-wing populist One Nation party, which wants to emulate U.S. President Donald Trump's aggressive deportations, vowed to focus on ending mass migration, after winning its first seat in the country's lower house.
Fearing return to war, Iran conservationists shore up damaged heritage sites
As fears of renewed conflict hang over Iran, conservationists are shoring up battered historic sites and taking stock of the damage caused by the war with the United States and Israel, though experts warn some repairs could take years. At Golestan Palace, a defining cultural
Stellaris is 10 years old and still getting DLC, which is impressive
We talked to some devs about how the space GSG has maintained such a long orbit.
Tenerife medics poised for arrival of virus-hit cruise ship
BBC's Sarah Rainsford reports from the port in Tenerife where the MV Hondius is soon to dock, after a deadly hantavirus outbreak.
Stellaris is getting space nomads and scenarios for its 10th birthday
Get ready to live out your Battlestar dreams.
Australia sees military allies ready to work together if needed
Australia aims to conduct more military activities, including trainings with Japan and Indonesia.
Black licorice compound shows promise against inflammatory bowel disease
Researchers have developed a stem cell-based model of the human intestine that may transform how new IBD treatments are discovered. After testing thousands of compounds, they identified glycyrrhizin — a natural substance found in black licorice — as a promising
Dua Lipa Files $15 Million Suit Against Samsung for Using Her Face to Sell TVs
Dua Lipa has filed a $15 million lawsuit against Samsung, alleging that the electronics manufacturer used her likeness to sell TVs without paying her and without permission. According to the complaint, filed on Friday, Samsung used Lipa’s image on the cardboard packaging of its
Putin says he thinks Ukraine conflict 'coming to an end'
The Russian leader sees potential for Ukraine negotiations, but condemns the West's backing for President Zelensky.
Researchers develop a biodegradable wash that can remove pesticides and keep fruit fresh longer
Many grocery shoppers know the routine: bring fruit and vegetables home, rinse them, dry them and hope they stay fresh long enough to be eaten. But fresh produce is delicate. Grapes shrivel, apple slices brown and berries can spoil quickly.
Japan’s top tourist destinations concentrated in Kyoto, 6 other prefectures: Survey
It underscores that economic benefits are unevenly distributed across regions.
Trump uses AI to tout sunken Iranian ships as US awaits peace proposal response
President Trump on Saturday shared an AI-generated composite image of sunken Iranian warships, as the administration awaits a response from Iranian officials over a proposed peace plan. The composite image shared on Truth Social shows "159 Iranian ships." The first image shows
Grim search for missing S’porean hikers narrows to two volcanic sand mounds on Mount Dukono
The two hikers have not been seen since the volcano erupted on the morning of May 8.
Pearl Abyss marketing director says Crimson Desert's rapid 'live service' patch cadence is business as usual for an MMO studio: 'That is not normal in the industry. That is normal here'
"The DNA of the company is inherent in listening to players."
Fallout co-creator Tim Cain once proposed a first-person time-travel RPG where you could assassinate historical figures and create paradoxes
"One, visit 15 different time periods. Two, meet interesting historical figures. Three, kill them."
Scientists just sent unhackable quantum keys across 120 kilometers
Scientists have taken a major step toward ultra-secure quantum communication by demonstrating a remarkably stable quantum encryption system that worked across more than 120 kilometers of optical fiber. Using tiny semiconductor quantum dots that emit single particles of light on
Indian model's understated Met Gala debut revives debate on cultural representation
Bhavitha Mandava’s Met Gala debut has brought a new wave of attention to her - and to her understated aesthetic.
Another year, another controversy for Eurovision - but fans are sticking by it
Fans are grappling with how to react to the withdrawal of Spain, Ireland and others over Israel's participation.
Why Canada is seeing its biggest military recruitment surge in 30 years
The country has seen its biggest military recruitment surge in 30 years, a major turnaround after years of falling behind on defence capabilities.
Conspiracy theories meet real news: How QAnon tries to hijack the Internet
"When people think of extremists, they tend to think of neo-Nazis," said Francesco Campisi, a lecturer at Université de Montréal's School of Criminology. "But there are many other fringe groups that may not be violent yet can give rise to extremism."
Arizona county sheriff affirms progress in Nancy Guthrie case months after disappearance
Pima County, Ariz., Sheriff Chris Nanos on Saturday affirmed that there has been progress in the search for Nancy Guthrie, mother of NBC's "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie. Fox News reporters approached Nanos while he was outside his department. Nanos did not answer
The hidden atomic gap that could break next-generation computer chips
A major obstacle may be standing in the way of the next generation of ultra-tiny computer chips. Researchers discovered that many promising 2D materials lose their advantages because an invisible atomic-scale gap forms when they are combined with insulating layers. That tiny
Final Fantasy 14 player harnesses the power of furniture slots to make their in-game house look like Pragmata
"Increased placement limit is the best!"
Sunday shows preview: Trump sends mixed signals on Iran as energy costs climb
A muddled picture about the state of the conflict with Iran emerged from the White House and President Trump this week, as a flurry of developments in the Gulf collided with mixed messages about the U.S. strategy for ending the 10-week conflict and reopening the Strait of
‘SNL U.K.’ Weekend Update Takes Aim at Katy Perry’s Met Gala Mask, Which Symbolizes ‘What It’s Like To Live Life as a Stupid Moron’
“SNL U.K.’s” Weekend Update took aim at Met Gala attendees this week for Episode 7, with co-host Ania Magliano saying that this year’s theme “was people you’d like to see exploded.” “Beyonce looked amazing,” she said, adding of the singer’s elaborate silver headpiece:
