Brazil's Amazon lost area the size of Spain in 40 years: Study
Brazil's Amazon rainforest has shrunk by an area as big as Spain over four decades and is nearing a dangerous tipping point, according to monitoring data released Monday.
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Ants defend plants from herbivores, but can hinder pollination by bees
Around 4,000 plant species from different parts of the world secrete nectar outside their flowers, such as on their stems or leaves, through secretory glands known as extrafloral nectaries. Unlike floral nectar, extrafloral nectar does not attract pollinators; rather, it
Internet Archive and Major Labels Settle $621 Million Copyright Lawsuit
The massive legal battle centered around the Archive's efforts to preserve, digitize, and share 78 rpm shellac records
Washington divide grows after Kirk assassination
{beacon} THE ASSASSINATION OF CHARLIE KIRK is deepening divisions in Washington, as political leaders heighten their rhetoric around who is to blame for the state of American politics. President Trump, who was twice targeted for assassination during his 2024 campaign, is
Objects From Films
Artist and poet Marcus Merritt draws objects from films — the TV above is from E.T. and the payphone is from Terminator 2. I very much dig the spare illustration style here. (via waxy ) Tags: art · Marcus Merritt · movies 💬 Join the discussion on kottke.org →
Reference-quality genome assembly created for widely used RPE-1 human cell line
A research team led by Professor Simona Giunta at the University of Rome La Sapienza has produced the first reference-quality genome assembly of an experimentally relevant human cell line, the widely used retinal pigment epithelial line RPE-1. The work, published in Nature
How name, image, and likeness policies boost college football's competitive balance
A study published in Management Science challenges conventional wisdom about name, image, and likeness (NIL) policies in college football, demonstrating they actively enhance competitive balance and broaden opportunities for athletes.
France Flips the History of Photography Upside Down
Investigating the archive in all its malleable reinvention is at the core of this year’s Rencontres d’Arles festival, held in historic churches and sites across the city.
The Poetry of van Gogh’s Montmartre Years
Miles J. Unger’s new study on the artist is in part a critical biography and in part an impressive and sensitive account of his creation of some key paintings.
Teens Armed With a Meme Coin and a Livestream Might Have Leaked New Music From Drake
The anonymous duo behind $BAGWORK have steadily upped the anté in their viral antics, and now they appear to have leaked new songs from one of the year’s most anticipated albums
Lil Nas X in Treatment Following Arrest, Lawyer Says ‘This Is a Bump That He’s Gonna Get Over’
A lawyer for Lil Nas X has confirmed the Grammy-winning artist is currently “in treatment” following his arrest for battery of a police officer. Lil Nas X, whose real name is Montero Hill, was charged for allegedly attacking police officers and resisting arrest while wandering
Gaming Gets Dragged Into Debate Over Radicalization Of Charlie Kirk Shooter
Utah's governor suggests 'deep, dark internet' and gaming had a role in the assassination The post Gaming Gets Dragged Into Debate Over Radicalization Of Charlie Kirk Shooter appeared first on Kotaku .
Taking on China in the Pacific: Target corruption or don’t bother
I spent many years investigating corruption in Asia. But it’s the same everywhere. It destroys economies, societies, and the citizens in them (other than the relative few in on the racket). It’s also part and parcel of China’s operating manual, and a weapon of war. China makes
King Dollar at the precipice: why currency’s reign is in jeopardy
A confluence of structural domestic decay and a quiet global rebellion against US financial dominance has pushed the dollar to a critical technical juncture. A breakdown here would not be a cyclical downturn but could signal a secular shift in the global monetary order. The
Trump weighs in on 'terrible reports' of Dallas man's beheading
President Trump on Sunday weighed in on the “terrible reports” of a Texas man’s beheading and pledged to pursue justice for the victim and his family, who were allegedly forced to witness the brutal killing. “I am aware of the terrible reports regarding the murder of Chandra
Tim Burton's Pee-wee movie gets a major Criterion Collection release
Tim Burton's first movie will also be his first Criterion movie, just a few years after star Paul Reubens' death.
Giffords, Flake call for end to political violence
Former Rep. Gabby Giffords (D-Ariz.) and former Sen. Jeff Flake (R-Ariz.) called for an end to political violence in a USA Today opinion piece that came in the wake of conservative activist Charlie Kirk’s death. “There are calls for ‘war’ targeting progressive institutions and
Spotting stealth multiplets for better single-cell experiment design
Single-cell RNA sequencing (scRNA-seq) has revolutionized modern biology, allowing scientists to study the expression of genes from thousands of individual cells at the same time. This technique helps researchers identify different cell populations, study cellular
Modern plastics form an important archaeological record, argue researchers
It is often seen as the scourge of modern society, littering our highways, byways and beaches. But now a new study argues that modern plastics are also a valuable archive documenting activities and behaviors at a crucial time in our human history.
US companies fire pilots, teachers, health care workers for mocking Charlie Kirk’s assassination
Immediately after the shooting, graphic video footage of Kirk’s death spread online – along with cruel jokes about the right-wing influencer.
Calvin Harris Accuses Financial Adviser of Stealing Millions to Fund ‘Boondoggle’ Real Estate Project
Calvin Harris, the Scottish music producer and DJ, has accused his financial adviser of stealing $22.5 million to fund a “boondoggle” real estate project in Hollywood. Harris alleges that his adviser, Thomas St. John, induced him to invest in CMNTY Culture Campus, a 460,000
Stefanik rips Hochul over Mamdani endorsement: 'Worst governor in America'
Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-N.Y.) spoke out against New York Gov. Kathy Hochul's (D) endorsement of New York City Democratic mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani on Monday, calling the governor the "worst" in the U.S. as the congresswoman prepares to jump into the race for the state's
TIFF Romantic Drama ‘Charlie Harper’ Acquired by Row K Entertainment for U.S.
Row K Entertainment has acquired the U.S. distribution rights to “Charlie Harper,” starring Emilia Jones and Nick Robinson. The film recently premiered at TIFF, where Row K also picked up Gus Van Sant’s “Dead Man’s Wire.” “Charlie Harper” follows the love story of Charlie
Emilia Jones’ ‘Charlie Harper’ Lands at Row K Entertainment
Tom Dean and Mac Eldridge directed the romance that also stars Nick Robinson and bowed at the Toronto Film Festival.
'The face of old Gaza': IDF struck down recognized residential high-rise in Gaza City
Al-Ghofri tower was reportedly Gaza City's tallest building. 'It was considered the face of old Gaza, before the newer towers were built,' a local researcher wrote. The IDF said it was used to spy on Israeli forces; It was often used as a backdrop in media coverage
U.S. military officers make surprise visit to Belarus-Russia war games
U.S. military officers on Monday observed joint war games between Russia and Belarus in an apparent deepening of ties between the Trump administration and Belarus, a close ally of Moscow. The military drills, known as “Zapad-2025,” began Friday at training grounds in both
Navigating the knowledge paradox: Why having some answers can be worse than having none
Chess is a strategic game characterized by temporal complexity—wherein the goodness of a move is unclear due to a separation between action and outcome. Likewise, many organizational decisions do not yield instant consequences, leading to temporally complex problems.
The oldest mummies in the world may hail from southeastern Asia and date back 12,000 years
Scientists have discovered what's thought to be the oldest known mummies in the world in southeastern Asia dating back up to 12,000 years.
Hosting a WebSite on a Disposable Vape. “Recently, disposable vapes have gotten...
Hosting a WebSite on a Disposable Vape . “Recently, disposable vapes have gotten more advanced”; some have USB-C and rechargeable batteries. 💬 Join the discussion on kottke.org →
Researchers solve decades-old color mystery in iconic Jackson Pollock painting
Scientists have identified the origins of the blue color in one of Jackson Pollock's paintings with a little help from chemistry, confirming for the first time that the abstract expressionist used a vibrant, synthetic pigment known as manganese blue.
Drone neutralised flying over government buildings in Warsaw, PM Donald Tusk says
The incident comes at a time of heightened regional tensions following a string of airspace violations.
The new engine of voting: Out-party hostility outpaces in-party loyalty across established democracies
A new study led by Professor Diego Garzia of the University of Lausanne, published in Public Opinion Quarterly, reveals a major shift in electoral motivation. In many Western democracies, voters are now more driven by opposition to their political adversaries than by support
Our Stop Censoring Abortion Campaign Uncovers a Social Media Censorship Crisis
This is the first installment in a blog series documenting EFF's findings from the Stop Censoring Abortion campaign. You can read additional posts here . We’ve been hearing that social media platforms are censoring abortion-related content, even when no law requires them to
Atomic 'CT scan' reveals how gallium boosts fuel cell catalyst durability
Hydrogen fuel cell vehicles have long been hailed as the future of clean mobility: cars that emit nothing but water while delivering high efficiency and power density. Yet a stubborn obstacle remains. The heart of the fuel cell, the platinum-based catalyst, is both expensive
Lawn – “Barroom Wonder”
We’re mere days away from the release of God Made The Highway , the latest album from trusty New Orleans indie rockers Lawn. That means it’s time for the requisite “remind you the new album is out this week” single drop. That song is called “Barroom Wonder.” It’s a lively
Rubio visits Jerusalem archeological site in boost to Israel's claims
By Simon Lewis JERUSALEM (Reuters) -Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Monday visited a contentious archaeological site beneath Jerusalem, giving U.S. backing to a Jewish settler-led project that critics say undermines prospects for a future Palestinian state. The visit, from
50 Cent Reveals New Haircut & Physique For ‘Street Fighter’
'Work hard when they hardly working.' The post 50 Cent Reveals New Haircut & Physique For ‘Street Fighter’ appeared first on HipHopDX .
Inquiry into the history of science shows an early 'inherence' bias
Early scientific theories—such as those explaining basic phenomena like gravity, burning, and the movement of molecules in water—centered on presumed inherent properties rather than external factors, thereby misleading famous philosophers and scientists, from Aristotle to
DNA metabarcoding uncovers woodrats' selective approach to eating toxic plants
It's not easy eating green. Most plants are heavily defended with chemicals to deter plant eaters. For these herbivores, getting enough to eat, while minimizing exposure to toxins, is a persistent challenge that shapes their foraging choices.
‘Gilded Age’ Star John Douglas Thompson Joins ‘All the Sinners Bleed’ Series at Netflix (EXCLUSIVE)
The Netflix series adaptation of S.A. Crosby’s “All the Sinners Bleed” has cast John Douglas Thompson in a series regular role, Variety has learned exclusively. Thompson joins previously announced series lead Ṣọpẹ́ Dìrísù in the drama, which was originally announced back in May
Watch live: Trump signs presidential memorandum
President Trump on Monday afternoon is expected to sign a presidential memorandum. The White House did not provide details for the memo, which comes after Trump late Sunday warned that left-leaning groups will be investigated after the fatal shooting of conservative activist
The oldest known mummies have been found — in Southeast Asia
Southeast Asian groups mummified bodies over smoky fires before burying them as early as 12,000 years ago, long before Egyptians began making mummies.
Tony Hawk Recreated THUG’s Classic Intro And Got Fans More Excited For A Remake
However, don't get too excited, as Tony Hawk labeled the video to be clear it's not a teaser The post Tony Hawk Recreated THUG’s Classic Intro And Got Fans More Excited For A Remake appeared first on Kotaku .
Emmys Hit 7.4 Million Viewers, Most-Watched Ceremony Since 2021
CBS’s telecast of the 77th Emmy Awards brought in 7.4 million viewers on Sunday night. That average marks an 8% increase from the 6.9 million viewers achieved by last year’s ceremony, which aired on ABC in September 2024, and the most-watched Emmys since 2021. CBS has two
No Other Land Director’s Home Raided by Israeli Military
The incident apparently followed an attack by Israeli settlers on Basel Adra’s land in the Occupied West Bank.
Bulgaria arrests Russian owner of ship at centre of Beirut port blast that killed 218
The arrest of Igor Grechushkin comes nearly five years after a Lebanese investigative judge issued two arrest warrants through Interpol for him and the vessel's captain.
Cardinals Announce Debut Album Masquerade: Hear The Title Track
Since last fall, we’ve been following the exploits of the Irish indie rock band Cardinals. Today, the Cork-based combo is taking a big step: They’ve announced their debut album and shared its title track.
Rubio: Military intervention to topple Hamas may be inevitable
In a Jerusalem press conference, Netanyahu defended Israel's strike on Hamas leaders in Doha, saying, 'You can run, but you can't hide.' Secretary Rubio urged Hamas to surrender and free hostages but admitted a military solution may be inevitable
Faith must reclaim its place in diplomacy
Maulen Ashimbayev, Chairman of the Senate of Kazakhstan The world today is split between rival power blocs in a way that is dangerously destabilising. From the wars in Gaza and Ukraine to countless crises that never make the headlines, great power rivalry has paralysed efforts
Strange Horticulture's sequel turns antiquing into puzzle gold
Strange Antiquities turns the plant-identifying puzzles of 2022's Strange Horticulture into a deduction game about the joys of haunted trinkets.