Virginia approves redistricting, giving Democrats edge in midterms
The new maps in Virginia could make it easier for Democrats to take control of the US House of Representatives in November.
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I Prevail Pivot To Pizza
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/YvFdgDgnn68 The post I Prevail Pivot To Pizza appeared first on Stereogum .
Q&A: IceCube Observatory upgrades improve search for elusive cosmic messenger
Buried within the Antarctic ice are more than 5,000 light sensors that work together to detect some of the highest energy particles in the universe. These tiny particles, called neutrinos, provide insight into the extreme cosmic events that created them as well as phenomena
Family Celeste Rivas Hernandez Breaks Silence After D4vd Charged With Murder: ‘All We Want Is Justice’
"Celeste was a beautiful, strong girl who loved to sing and dance," said the teen's family in a statement
Oil prices fluctuate as status of US-Iran peace talks remains unclear
US President Donald Trump said he will extend a ceasefire with Iran until peace talks have progressed.
‘Michael’: What Critics Are Saying About the King of Pop’s Biopic
The film, led by the superstar's nephew, Jaafar Jackson, is dancing into theaters on Friday.
Research at Chernobyl and Fukushima shows how radioactive materials move in the environment
When nuclear accidents happen, many people imagine radiation spreading everywhere and lasting forever. The reality is more complex. Radioactive materials move, change and sometimes disappear faster than people expect.
At least there's one tech company making me feel sane in an increasingly insane world
In the AI era, the upgradeable computer is now a subtle act of rebellion.
Trump buys time for Iran deal after frantic day of diplomacy
The US president's decision marked the second time in as many weeks he has backed off a threat to escalate the war, buying more time
Australia asks Roblox, Minecraft to detail child safety measures
Companies that do not comply may face penalties and potential civil action.
Virginia voters approve redistricting measure backed by Democrats
Virginia voters have approved a Democrat-backed redistricting plan, according to Decision Desk HQ, greenlighting a new congressional map that could net the party as many as four seats ahead of the midterm elections. Voters in the Old Dominion cast their ballots in a Tuesday
Netflix Among Suitors Interested in Buying Radford Lot
Netflix is among the potential buyers of the Radford Studios lot in Studio City, according to a source familiar with the talks. The streamer’s interest in the lot, which went into foreclosure earlier this year, was first reported on X on Sunday by Michael Trujillo, a political
New Zealand minister slammed for ‘butter chicken tsunami’ comments
The comments were widely condemned as racist by Indian community groups in New Zealand.
Screen-driven schooling is rewiring how students think, read, write and learn
In the 2022/2023 academic year, according to figures from the Ministry of Education, Vocational Training and Sports, 92% of public secondary schools in Spain had virtual learning environments that students could access with devices such as computers and tablets. Digitalization
‘Texas Chainsaw Massacre’: ‘Obsession’ Filmmaker Curry Barker in Talks to Write, Direct
The rising horror filmmaker will team with Roy Lee and Steven Schneider as among the producers on the project.
Trump: UK's Starmer has 'plenty of time to recover' after 'really bad' ambassador pick
President Trump went after British Prime Minister Keir Starmer over his former U.K. ambassador to the U.S., Peter Mandelson, who has faced scrutiny over files linked to the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. “Prime Minister Keir Starmer of the United Kingdom acknowledged
Alien Ant Farm Bring Out Corey Feldman To Dance To Their “Smooth Criminal” Cover In Hollywood
Over the weekend, the Rainbow Bar & Grill on West Hollywood's Sunset Strip held a 54th anniversary show with Alien Ant Farm, LA Guns, Pentagram, and Boy Hits Car (of car hits venue fame). In the parking lot, AAN performed their famous cover of Michael Jackson's "Smooth
Getting the jump on evolution: Cane toads adapt at speed
A new study comparing invasive cane toads in Japan and Australia has found substantial changes in body size and shape have developed much more rapidly than suggested by long-held ideas of the pace of evolution. Researchers measured and weighed wild-caught cane toads (Rhinella
If a bird flu pandemic starts, we may have an mRNA vaccine ready
A final-stage trial has started of an mRNA vaccine against the bird flu strain infecting many animals – and occasionally people – worldwide
Parents may be the missing key to keeping kids safe online, research suggests
As online child exploitation (OCE) continues to rise in Australia, new research from Griffith University suggests parents and caregivers may be the most important, and overlooked, factor in preventing harm. The study, involving parents and caregivers of children aged 11 to 17,
Fourth man charged over mistaken identity kidnap murder of Sydney grandfather
Police say Chris Baghsarian, 85, was not the intended target of the February kidnapping.
‘Obsession’ Filmmaker Curry Barker to Direct ‘The Texas Chainsaw Massacre’ Reimagining at A24 (EXCLUSIVE)
Upstart filmmaker Curry Barker continues his mainstream Hollywood takeover with a big new gig: director on A24’s anticipated film reboot of “The Texas Chainsaw Massacre.” Variety has learned exclusively that Barker will take the lead on the project, billed by insiders as a
The way primates parent their young shows how strict labels like parenting styles miss the mark
Whether you've sought them out or not, you've probably encountered parenting content creators on social media at some point in the last two decades.
Malaria rebound spurs AI-driven hunt for parasite genes linked to deadly cases
Despite decades of efforts to combat it, malaria remains a major global health threat. According to the World Health Organization's (WHO) 2025 World Malaria Report, about 282 million cases and approximately 610,000 deaths were recorded worldwide in 2024. Recently, there has
I was left with an £8,000 vet bill when my insurer cancelled my pet policy
Thousands of people have got in touch with BBC Your Voice over concerns about rising pet insurance costs and poor cover.
Tiny Pacific nations face tough choices on food, fuel posed by Iran war
By Lucy Craymer WELLINGTON, April 22 (Reuters) - Far-flung Pacific nations are reeling from the impact of a global fuel crisis as authorities scramble to manage energy supplies while families must grapple with fuel curbs and higher costs for food and access to healthcare.
Military planners to discuss Hormuz reopening in London
LONDON, April 22 (Reuters) - Military planners from more than 30 countries will hold two-day talks in London from Wednesday to advance a mission to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and draw up detailed plans, the British government said. More than a dozen countries said last week
Durians arrive earlier and tastier in Penang
Durian sellers said the lack of rain this year has made the fruit more flavourful and creamier.
Office Dog Announce New Album Prime Corner: Hear “Gold Things”
In March, Office Dog released “Front Row Seat,” and we liked the song a lot. Now the Auckland indie rockers are announcing their sophomore effort, Prime Corner, arriving in June. Today we get to hear the infectious second single “Gold Things.” “This song is about getting what
Self‑replicating circular RNA persists in extreme environments: Insights from hot spring microbiomes
Although the genetic material of most living organisms is DNA, various self-replicating agents rely instead on RNA, including RNA viruses and viroids, which are infectious RNA molecules that are smaller and structurally simpler than RNA viruses. These RNA-based replicators are
Toxins from Great Salt Lake dust are absorbed by plants, soils and human bodies
Shrinking water levels at the Great Salt Lake are not just about Utah's water supply—they may pose a serious risk to public health. New research from a team at Utah State University and the University of Utah documents the ways metal-laden dust from the drying lakebed may find
‘Jury Duty: Company Retreat’ Submits 19 Actors for Emmys, Including Sia; Participant Anthony Norman Ineligible (EXCLUSIVE)
The jury may still be out on whether the Emmys will embrace “Company Retreat” — but Amazon is going for it anyway. Prime Video has revealed its Emmy strategy for the second season of the reality hoax series exclusively to Variety, submitting across 19 categories. The
Trump extends Iran ceasefire and naval blockade
Welcome to The Hill's Defense & NatSec newsletter {beacon} View Online Defense &National Security Defense &National Security The Big Story Trump extends Iran ceasefire and naval blockade President Trump said he would extend the U.S. ceasefire with Iran until Tehran provides
A few extra minutes of daily play can strengthen your bond with your dog in four weeks
Playing a little extra with your dog improves the emotional bond between owner and dog, according to a new study from Linköping University. However, training did not give the same results. The study is relevant for all dog owners, whether they have young or adult dogs.
‘Fighting With My Family’ Being Developed Into a Stage Musical With Stephen Merchant and Dwayne Johnson Producing
Stephen Merchant’s 2019 film “Fighting With My Family,” starring Florence Pugh and Dwayne Johnson, is being adapted into a stage musical. Producers include Merchant, Johnson and Dany Garcia for their Seven Bucks Productions, Tilted Musicals, Kevin Misher and Birmingham
Humidity makes these bees turn green
North American sweat bees change color depending on the surrounding humidity. It might be a more widespread phenomenon among insects.
Drake Announces ‘Iceman’ Album Release Date
Drake has announced that his ninth studio album, “Iceman,” is scheduled for release on May 15. Waiting for Drake’s official “Iceman” release date was something akin to… well, watching ice melt. On Monday, he revealed that he’d buried the album date in the middle of blocks of
UK gaming icon Peter Molyneux on AI, his final creation and a changing industry
The creator of iconic series such as Fable says Masters of Albion will be the last game he makes.
Breathing new life into an ancient mystery: Unlocking the trilobite's respiratory secrets
For more than 270 million years, trilobites were among the most successful and diverse creatures on Earth, with over 22,000 known species spanning the Paleozoic Era. Yet, despite their abundance in the fossil record and their presence on every continent, one of the most
Hurricanes devastated Florida's East Coast. Then seagrass made an unexpected comeback
Florida's Indian River Lagoon has been an ecosystem in decline going back to 2011, when harmful algal blooms led to a severe decline in seagrass, the foundational component of shallow coastal ecosystems.
Before the melt begins, sea stars show hidden immune collapse and tissue failure driving a coastal die-off
Scientists are homing in on a mysterious wasting disease that has killed billions of sea stars along the Pacific coast of North America since 2013. Sea star wasting disease can rapidly wipe out entire populations, leaving gooey puddles of tissue in its wake. A new study by
Denise Richards Remembers Friend and ‘Starship Troopers’ Co-Star Patrick Muldoon: ‘I Don’t Know What I’m Going to Do Without You Here’
Denise Richards took to Instagram on Tuesday morning to remember her friend Patrick Muldoon, who died on April 19 at 57 years old. “This is so hard for me to put into words,” Richards wrote. “I am deeply heartbroken & devastated losing you. You were my best friend & my family.
US, China forge rival fusion chains as Europe weighs role
China and the United States are extending their rivalry beyond artificial intelligence and space into fusion energy, widely seen as a virtually limitless, carbon-free power source. Both are racing to build domestic capabilities while securing supply chains for future reactors.
DOJ charges Southern Poverty Law Center with fraud amid denials from civil rights group
The Justice Department on Tuesday announced an 11-count indictment against the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) including bank and wire fraud, charging the group in connection with a now-defunct program that used paid informants to monitor extremist groups. The charges
Body found after bear attack, possibly Japan’s first such death in 2026
If confirmed as a fatal bear attack, it would be the first such death in Japan since Nov 3.
HHS posts, then removes notice to remake preventive services task force
Click in for more news from The Hill {beacon} Health Care Health Care The Big Story HHS posts, then removes notice to remake preventive services task force Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is seeking to remake an influential but little-known task force that determines
Penguin muscle map reveals how waddles and underwater 'flight' both work
Penguins may look charmingly awkward on land, but new research shows their bodies are finely tuned for powerful, efficient movement both on land and underwater. A team of anatomists from Midwestern University, in collaboration with SeaWorld San Diego and Scarlet Imaging, has
‘Survivor’ 50 Sneak Peek: Jeff Probst Competes for the First Time — Thanks to Jimmy Fallon (EXCLUSIVE)
Jeff Probst is ready to play “Survivor” … or is he? In a new exclusive sneak peek of the Wednesday, April 22, episode, the host and showrunner steps in to compete in his first immunity challenge (“Wrist Assured” or “Water Weight,” depending on what season in the past you’ve
Meta to track workers' clicks and keystrokes to train AI
The firm will take data from the way employees work for its artificial intelligence models.
