U.K. Supreme Court defines ‘woman’ by biology under equality law
The ruling was a blow to trans rights advocates and cheered by For Women Scotland, which filed the case. The government said it “brings clarity and confidence.”
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Elon Musk ‘associated’ and AI top list of biggest business risks, report finds
Misusing AI and links to Tesla CEO Elon Musk could cost a lot for businesses across the world - these are the top reputation threats in 2025 for companies, according to a survey of over 100 top global leaders.
Kim Jong-un inaugurates Pyongyang apartment blocks with daughter Kim Ju-ae
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, accompanied by his daughter, inaugurates new apartment blocks in the capital, Pyongyang, according to the country’s state-run media.
US tariffs will make global trade shrink, says WTO
The Geneva-based institution says American tariffs will send international trade into reverse.
Why has Disney’s ‘Snow White’ remake been banned in Lebanon?
Disney’s live-action 'Snow White' has been banned from cinemas in Lebanon... And it’s not because of the acting or the CGI dwarfs.
Dubai’s InClassica International Music Festival returns with composer Alexey Shor at centre stage
The city of superlatives is a symphony of triumphs – and now classical music is in the Dubai spotlight once more.
Sanfic Industria Bows a Queer Incubator: Latin America and the Chile Industry Academy (EXCLUSIVE)
Chile’s Sanfic Industria, one of the most significant industry meets in South America, has unveiled two new sections aimed at promoting both a cutting-edge diversity in Latin American filmmaking and TV creation as well as powering up its international reach. A development
The Guggenheim Fellows for 2025 have been announced and they include Miranda...
The Guggenheim Fellows for 2025 have been announced and they include Miranda July, Nicole Krauss, Sheila Heti, and Sloane Crosley. (I have once again been overlooked. Next year!)
Benedict Cumberbatch, Olivia Colman Brawl Over Bitter Divorce in ‘The Roses’ Trailer
Jay Roach directs the ‘War of the Roses’ black comedy remake for Searchlight Pictures.
George Clooney Says Going Against Joe Biden Was a ‘Civic Duty’ and It’s Fine ‘Some People’ Are Still Mad: ‘I Defend Their Right to Criticize Me’
George Clooney recently sat down with CNN’s Jake Tapper (via Daily Beast) and said that while “some people” are still mad about his decision to go against Joe Biden in the 2024 presidential election, he is at peace with the choice because it was his “civic duty.” Tapper told
Global trade outlook has 'deteriorated sharply' amid Trump tariff uncertainty, WTO warns
The World Trade Organization has warned that the outlook for global trade has "deteriorated sharply" in the wake of President Donald Trump's tariffs regime.
Retail sales increased 1.4% in March, greater than expected
Retail sales were expected to increase 1.2% in March, according to the Dow Jones consensus.
The trade war may reverse Hong Kong’s commercial decline
Asia’s once-dominant business centre is regaining ground lost to Shanghai, Singapore and New York
Spanish business thrives while bigger European economies stall
Cheap energy and high immigration are the motors of success
LinkedIn’s unlikely role in the AI race
People are using the social networks differently. It is using them differently, too
David Ramirez, One of Americana’s Most Mercurial Songwriters, Has Finally Learned to Chill Out
The Texas artist's new album All the Not So Gentle Reminders finds him exorcising old demons: "It got a little hairy there for a minute"
Moderate Republicans draw red line on Medicaid cuts in Trump agenda bill
Vulnerable and moderate House Republicans are warning House GOP leaders that they will not support the “one big beautiful bill” encompassing President Trump’s legislative agenda if it includes cuts to Medicaid benefits. Twelve House Republicans in competitive districts — more
Bat cells may combat deadliest human diseases
Why bats can harbor viruses like hantavirus and coronavirus—pathogens that are highly dangerous to humans—without becoming ill themselves has long puzzled scientists, yet the answer may be key to preventing outbreaks and fighting the diseases.
David Oyelowo’s Charm Can’t Redeem Apple TV+’s Moldy Surrealist Dramedy ‘Government Cheese’: TV Review
In “Government Cheese,” Apple TV+’s latest dramedy series, audiences are introduced to Hampton Chambers (David Oyelowo). Following his release from prison, he attempts to reunite with his wife and sons and launch his new invention, the “Bit Magician,” a self-sharpening power
Nevada Democrats target Lombardo over Trump's tariffs in new ad
The Nevada Democratic Party is targeting Gov. Joe Lombardo (R) over President Trump’s latest tariffs in a new ad released exclusively to The Hill on Wednesday. The spot repeatedly features Lombardo saying, “I think we maybe need to feel a little pain,” when asked in an
Fontaines D.C. – “Before You I Just Forget”
In February, Fontaines D.C. unveiled the pleasant Romance outtake “ It’s Amazing To Be Young .” Now, the beloved post-punk outfit is releasing a deluxe edition of that album that features that song as well as a previously unreleased live version of “Starburster / In Heaven
Mechanically interlocked 2D chainmail unlocks smart polymers with shape-shifting capabilities
Researchers at Westlake University have disclosed a two-dimensional (2D) mechanically interlocked polymer (MIP) that mimics medieval chainmail at the molecular scale. This micrometer-scale 2D material exhibits exceptional flexibility and stiffness, potentially revolutionizing
Term or permanent life insurance? A new study offers guidance
A new study offers clarity on one of the most common questions asked of financial professionals: Is term or permanent life insurance right for me?
Thousands report Spotify problems around the world
Downdetector, which tracks platforms, shows more than 20,000 people have reported Spotify is not working.
Trump calls Harvard ‘a joke’ while threatening funds
President Trump called Harvard University “a joke” amid their feud and his threats to revoke funding from the school. “Harvard is a JOKE, teaches Hate and Stupidity, and should not longer receive Federal Funds,” Trump wrote in a post on Truth Social early Wednesday. Harvard was
Macaque mothers' bereavement after infant loss differs from human grief
Macaque mothers experience a short period of physical restlessness after the death of an infant, but do not show typical human signs of grief, such as lethargy and appetite loss, finds a new study by UCL anthropologists.
Dolphins starve when seagrass dies off in Florida, study finds
Manatees are not the only marine mammals that suffer when seagrass dies off in Florida.
Militarie Gun & Dazy – “Tall People Don’t Live Long”
In 2022, the ascendant quasi-hardcore ass-kickers Militarie Gun and the sick one-man fuzz-pop project Dazy joined forces to release a one-off single called “ Pressure Cooker .” That song is fire . It’s probably, without exaggeration, my favorite rock ‘n’ roll song of the last
Which EU countries are receiving the most asylum applications?
First-time asylum applications in the EU dropped to fewer than a million last year.
Paired eddy currents change how sound waves travel through the ocean
Sound waves travel through different types of matter, including liquid water. Importantly, the movement of ocean water can greatly affect how sound waves travel from one point to another.
UK and Spain travel warning: Airport and hotel strikes expected to cause disruption this Easter
Holidaymakers with flights from the UK and hotels in Tenerife should prepare for possible disruption.
Farm robot autonomously navigates and harvests among raised beds
Strawberry fields will forever exist for the in-demand fruit, but the laborers who do the backbreaking work of harvesting them might continue to dwindle. While raised, high-bed cultivation somewhat eases the manual labor, the need for robots to help harvest strawberries,
Nvidia, ASML, Abbott Labs: Stocks to watch today
U.S. stock futures moved lower Wednesday as investors braced for another wave of geopolitical and earnings headlines. S&P 500 futures were down 0.5%, the Dow hovered near flat, and Nasdaq futures dropped more than 1%. Read more...
The Alternative Number Ones: Beck’s “Loser”
In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones , and it’s for members only. Thank
Israeli army to remain indefinitely in Gaza, Lebanon and Syria, defence minister says
The Israeli military has taken control over more than half of the Strip since it renewed its military campaign following the collapse of a ceasefire with Hamas last month.
From the Qatar Open to the Qatar Masters: Qatar’s commitment to elite sports
From serves on the tennis court to swings on the golf course, Qatar 365 visits international sporting events in Doha and sits down with some of the world’s highest-ranking athletes.
Greene casts blame on Dems for ‘selfish’ town hall disruption
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (D-Ga.) blamed Democrats for the town hall disruption on Tuesday, calling the incident “selfish” and saying those opinions should be expressed “at the voting booth.” “I’m not intimidated by the Democrats who tried to shut down my town hall tonight,”
European Capital of Culture 2025: Chemnitz relies on citizen participation
Chemnitz strives for a creative fresh start. As European Capital of Culture 2025, this major Eastern German city wants to move away from its negative image as a stronghold of right-wing extremists.
Nvidia GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16 GB review (Palit Infinity 3)
A good upgrade for anyone on an older graphics card and with plenty of overclocking potential.
Kazakh Opera: The timeless tradition bringing national identity to the world stage
From iconic love stories to epic legends, Kazakh opera is finding a global stage. In this episode, we explore how this distinctive art form blends national identity with classical style.