Claire Foy Sings “Someone Like You” With a Mic-Grabbing Audience Member at SXSW London

London-based pop culture presenter Sugapuff commandeered the mic at Foy's keynote Q&A to serenade her with the Adele hit — then convinced her to join in.

Lil Durk Faces New Racketeering Charge. Rapper’s Lawyers Calls It Putting ‘Lipstick on a Pig’

"Durk Banks is innocent, no matter how many indictments they want to throw at him," the artist's attorneys claim

How I learned to stop worrying and love American monopolies

For many years, I was a big proponent of the idea that increased market power was harming the US economy in various ways. In the 2010s, in the economics world, circumstantial evidence began to pile up, implicating increased industrial concentration as the culprit behind a

Bear escapes capture by opening factory window in Japan, police say

The bear had earlier attacked four people in an industrial part of Fukushima, in Japan's north-east.

Zelensky asks Putin to meet face-to-face, with US 'fully focused' on Iran

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Thursday shared a letter asking Russian President Vladimir Putin for a face-to-face meeting while the U.S. remains "fully focused" on Iran. Zelensky told Putin that he has "spent nearly of half of your 26 years in power in Russia waging

New Zealand capital Wellington flooded with faeces after wastewater failure

Wellington Water said the overflow in the suburb of Island Bay was the result of a blocked main.

Trump Scraps Failed Freedom 250 Concerts, Makes Himself Headliner of ‘Greatest Rally, EVER’

The president installed country singer Lee Greenwood as a replacement performer after several artists dropped out

Asian stocks take another hit from AI, Middle East worries

Malaysia’s Anwar facing crucial test of support as two states call early elections

Significant losses could weaken his coalition’s prospects at a general election due by early 2028.

China cracks down on violence and misogyny in viral micro dramas

Micro dramas have surged in popularity, but drawn criticism for often sensationalist content.

China's Xi to visit North Korea as Beijing seeks deeper Pyongyang ties

BEIJING/SEOUL, June 5 - Chinese President Xi Jinping will visit North Korea from June 8 to 9, state news agency Xinhua said on Friday, his first trip in nearly seven years as Beijing looks to reassert ties with Pyongyang.

Image: Colorful, chaotic Jupiter

NASA's Juno spacecraft captured this color-enhanced view of Jupiter's northern hemisphere during its 61st close flyby of the giant planet on May 12, 2024.

British Heart Foundation plans to close 150 charity shops

The charity says it is facing "an exceptionally challenging trading environment".

Chinese President Xi Jinping to visit North Korea on Jun 8 and 9

This will be the Chinese supremo's first overseas trip of the year, and comes shortly after his recent meetings in Beijing with both United States President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin in May.

Japan steps up cooking oil collection efforts in race for sustainable aviation fuel

Japan is scrambling to procure a tenth of airline fuel from sustainable sources by 2030.

China’s Xi to visit North Korea June 8-9, first time since 2019

Beijing has long been North Korea’s primary backer.

Website tracking Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang’s S. Korea itinerary draws more than 70,000 visits

Investors are closely watching his visit for clues on Nvidia’s next partnerships in the country’s AI supply chain.

From oversight to coercion: How authoritarian governments are twisting AI safety to get tech companies to fall in line

When researchers founded Anthropic in 2021, they said the race to build powerful AI was moving too recklessly. They inserted detailed safety measures into their products and marketed their commitment to safety as the corporate quality that distinguished them from

Platner denies New York Times reporting on claims of bad behavior from past partners

Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner on Thursday denied parts of a New York Times report on new claims from past girlfriends, suggesting political motivation behind at least one woman who recounted that he could be physically rough. “There are some allegations in

Trump looms large in New York House debate

President Trump's name loomed large during Thursday's debate among candidates vying to represent New York’s 12th Congressional District and replace Rep. Jerry Nadler (D-N.Y.). The president frequently came up as lawyer George Conway (D), former President Kennedy's grandson Jack

SAG-AFTRA Members Approve Four-Year Deal With AI Terms and Pension Merger

SAG-AFTRA members have ratified a four-year contract with the major studios, which includes new provisions on synthetic actors and a merger of the union’s two pension funds. Of those who cast ballots, 91.4% voted in favor of the contract and 8.6% were opposed. Turnout was 19.3%

Becerra advances in California governor’s race

Former Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra (D) on Thursday advanced to November's general election in the race to become California's next governor, Decision Desk HQ projects. Trump-backed Fox News commentator Steve Hilton (R) and billionaire Tom Steyer (D)

Platner says ‘not once’ has he considered dropping Maine Senate primary bid

Progressive oyster farmer Graham Platner said on Thursday that “not once” has he considered dropping his Maine Senate primary bid after new allegations about his past behavior surfaced earlier that day. “No, not once,” Platner told MS NOW’s Chris Hayes, when asked in an

Australian far-right One Nation does U-turn on seizing foreigners’ homes

A top representative of the party said earlier it would force permanent residents to sell their homes.

‘Top Gun: Maverick,’ ‘Jumanji’ Actor James Handy Fatally Stabbed by Girlfriend’s Son

"Detectives believe this is an isolated incident and there appears to be no danger to the public at this time," the Los Angeles Police Department said in a statement.

Giant hissing cockroaches among $200,000 worth of illegal insects seized in Australia

Authorities say the roaches, some as big as the palm of a hand, were likely sold as food for pet reptiles.

Collins casts 10,000th consecutive Senate vote

Sen. Susan Collins (R-Maine) cast her 10,000th consecutive Senate vote on Thursday night, voting for a Democratic motion to commit the $70 billion budget reconciliation package back to the Judiciary Committee. Collins stood at her desk wearing a red dress underneath a blue

Madonna Transforms Times Square Into a Dancefloor and Reminds Everyone Who the ‘Mother’ of Pop Is

The icon debuted Confessions II track "Love Sensation," straddled a speaker box, and air-guitared during a historic Pride Month performance

‘Top Gun: Maverick’ Actor James Handy Killed by Girlfriend’s Son

James Handy, a longtime actor who appeared as the bartender in “Top Gun: Maverick” and “Jumanji” and had guest roles on dozen of TV shows, was killed Wednesday in a stabbing in the Tarzana neighborhood of Los Angeles. He was 81. The LAPD said he was killed by his girlfriend’s

Negeri Sembilan state assembly to be dissolved on Jun 5; polls to be held within 60 days

The 16th Negeri Sembilan state election was not initially due until November 2028.

FCC reviewing school internet subsidies amid kids’ screen time concerns

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is reviewing a $3 billion annual program that subsidizes internet access for schools and libraries, citing concerns over excessive screen time among children and its impact on their health. FCC Chair Brendan Carr announced on

In Iowa, water pollution is a health threat that also disrupts summer fun

Hannah Ray J Childs propelled her kayak into a rapid on Iowa's Maquoketa River on a recent afternoon and dipped her paddle in the water to swing the front of her boat into the air.

‘Office Romance’ Review: Jennifer Lopez and Brett Goldstein Are Oddly but Endearingly Matched in a Frisky Workplace Romcom

There’s no meet-cute in “Office Romance,” but the way its lovers meet is pretty cute just the same. Formidable airline CEO Jackie Cruz (Jennifer Lopez) summons her new company lawyer Daniel Blanchflower (Brett Goldstein) to her office, and he walks in to see what, in cinematic

US plans to fight flesh-eating screwworm outbreak with flies and dogs

The insect, which has been found in America for the first time since 1966, is a growing concern in the southern US.

Rupert Everett Says He “Ruined” Himself Trying to Attain Perfect Body for Roles

"So now my demise will be musculoskeletal," the 'My Best Friend's Wedding' star said.

New X-ray method captures solid-liquid interfaces and bulk liquids simultaneously

Researchers have developed a method for making simultaneous soft X-ray absorption spectroscopy (XAS) measurements of solid-liquid interfaces and bulk liquids. By controlling the thickness of the liquid layer, they obtained the O K-edge XAS spectrum of bulk H2O from a liquid H2O

Poll: Do you like the new Steam store design, or is it 'hot garbage'?

Valve rolled out a refresh of the Steam store today. Not everyone's happy about it.

Final Fantasy 14 housing lottery schedule: how and when to bid, and find out if you've won

Become a virtual homeowner with all the effort and frustration of the real-life deal.

Late Actor Christian Oliver Wrapped a New Spiritual Documentary Weeks Before His Death

The doc, 'Vision Quest,' unfolds as cameras follow Oliver and three others over the course of a four-day solo fast in California's high desert while participating in an ancient ritual.

More than 100,000 cockroaches worth $200,000 seized from NSW breeder in record-breaking bust

The invertebrates were likely destined for the pet trade, including as reptile food Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast More than 100,000 live exotic cockroaches have been seized from a commercial

House passes new Ukraine aid package, with 18 Republicans bucking Trump

The GOP-controlled House on Thursday passed legislation authorizing funding for military aid to Ukraine and sanctions on Russia, a largely symbolic move that nonetheless demonstrates some Republicans’ willingness to buck President Trump on foreign policy. Eighteen Republicans

Examining pandemic-informed coordinated responses to domestic violence

Though the immediate disruptions of the COVID-19 pandemic have passed, the six-year anniversary of the event's onset allows medical professionals, community support organizations, and researchers to analyze the pandemic's challenges and better prepare for the future. University

‘Backrooms’ Director Kane Parsons: What to Know About the 20-Year-Old Behind A24’s Biggest Hit

While most people his age are in college, Parsons is already breaking Hollywood records. THR rounds up everything to know about the new genre director.

Trump announces DC rally to celebrate America’s 250th birthday

President Trump on Thursday announced a rally in Washington to commemorate America’s 250th birthday after several artists dropped out of previous plans to perform at the upcoming “Great American State Fair” on the National Mall. “We don’t want singers with no talent, but big

Anthropic calls for global AI slowdown after $965B valuation. Critics claim it’s just to hobble competition.

Anthropic said artificial intelligence is advancing so rapidly that an industry-wide pause is needed to slow the pace of development while companies get a handle on potential societal risks. The AI juggernaut penned a blog post Thursday warning that AI systems could soon be

Trump announces $700m coal investment using wartime powers

The president is directing money into coal as the Iran war drives up energy costs for Americans.

Trump Makes It Official: The ‘Freedom 250’ Concerts Are Canceled — to Be Replaced With ‘the Greatest Rally EVER!,’ Starring Him and (Surprise) Lee Greenwood

Sorry, Vanilla Ice. The “Freedom 250” concerts scheduled for the National Mall in Washington, D.C. have been officially canceled by President Donald J. Trump, after almost all of the artists bailed. The shows will be replaced, as he previously suggested, with a rally featuring

Polyphenol structures reveal why tea, cocoa and fruit compounds taste so different

A pilot study has developed a new sensory evaluation method that links the chemical structures of polyphenols with their distinct taste properties. Using trained human panelists, researchers showed that different polyphenols produce unique sensory effects, including bitterness,

How Trump's White House ballroom plan has doubled in size and cost over a year

BBC Verify examines how the biggest change to the White House in decades has transformed in the last year.