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Check Out FACS & Chimers’ New Split Single
Chicago noise-rock/post-punk greats FACS will tour Australia next month with Chimers, a likeminded Aussie duo from Wollongong. Ahead of the shows, the two bands have released a split 7″. FACS bring their usual beautiful clamorous tension to “Parallel Lives,” which builds to a
Free Steam horror game is perfect for Paranormal Activity fans
A new free-to-keep Steam game is available on PC: 8AM combines hidden object gameplay with Paranormal Activity jump scares.
Venice Biennale jury excludes Russia and Israel from artist awards as EU threatens funding cut
By Angelo Amante ROME, April 23 (Reuters) - Jurors at the Venice Biennale International Art Exhibition said on Thursday they would not consider artists from countries whose leaders are facing charges at the International Criminal Court, an apparent reference to Russia and
Trump says US will not use nuclear weapon in Iran war
WASHINGTON, April 23 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump said on Thursday that he would not use a nuclear weapon in the war against Iran. "Why would I use a nuclear weapon? We've totally, in a very conventional way, decimated them without it," Trump told reporters at the
Trump says Iran may have reloaded during two-week truce
WASHINGTON, April 23 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump said on Thursday that Iran may have loaded up their weaponry "a little bit" during the two-week ceasefire, but added that the U.S. military can knock that out in about one day. (Reporting by Trevor Hunnicutt; writing
Merz rearming Germany to free Europe from big power intimidation
Germany has announced a massive rearmament plan that includes development of new and sophisticated offensive weaponry and an increase in military manpower to levels not seen in Western Europe since the Cold War. The plan is built on a dual goal of countering perceived threats
Will GTA 6 have GTA Online? Here's everything we know so far
Thanks to a recent leak, we have a clearer picture about what Rockstar Games may have planned for the online future of GTA Online
Ken Griffin’s Citadel claps back at Mamdani’s viral ‘penthouse’ video –threatens to scrap $6B NYC development
Billionaire Ken Griffin is furious after Mayor Mamdani lambasted his Manhattan penthouse in a viral video announcing a new pied-à-terre tax.
Lebanese village reinstalls statue of Jesus after Israeli soldier damages original
A replacement statue matching the original was delivered to Debel by Italian UNIFIL peacekeepers, following an earlier IDF installation in a different, Greek Orthodox style
Meta to ax 8,000 jobs as Zuckerberg doubles down on AI and white-collar bloodbath picks up
The Facebook parent disclosed the layoffs in a memo sent to staff Thursday.
Jim Ghedi – “The Hungry Child”
The English folk musician Jim Ghedi told us all about his album Wasteland upon its release last year. Today, he has followed it up with something darker and heavier. New single “The Hungry Child” delves into the Lankum zone, steering ancient folk sounds into haunted, shadowy
Third U.S. aircraft carrier arrives in waters near Iran
The path of the USS George H.W. Bush to the Middle East has been closely watched as President Trump demands progress in peace negotiations with Tehran.
Trump, 79, Falls Asleep After Bragging That He’s Solved Health Care
Our nearly 80-year-old president appears to have nodded off during a meeting, for the umpteenth time . President Trump’s eyes grew visibly heavy around the halfway point of his televised announcement of a deal with drug company Regeneron on Thursday afternoon, closing fully
With Emmy Submissions Likely to Drop Again, Smaller Field Could Boost Dark Horse Series and Performers
TV’s bubble burst is continuing to have an impact on Emmy submissions, with another major drop appearing likely this year in comedy, drama and limited series contenders. Variety is tracking which programs could land on the Emmy ballots, and has once again found a declining pool
Iran foreign ministry spokesperson: US 'appears to become a promoter of terrorism'
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei on Thursday accused the U.S. of being a "promoter of terrorism" after President Trump shared a quote suggesting Iranians opposed to a peace deal should be killed. Baqaei referred to Trump sharing a post on Truth Social that
Everything you need to know about the Assassin's Creed Black Flag remake
Ubisoft has rebuilt Black Flag "from the ground up" with a combat overhaul and stealth improvements but the same classic story.
Africa: Addis Ababa At Heart of Africa's Digital Future As ASMIS 2026 Gains Momentum
[ENA] Addis Ababa -- Addis Ababa is fast emerging as a focal point for Africa's digital transformation, as momentum builds toward the highly anticipated African Social Media Influencers Summit 2026.
ProPublica explores what a future without vaccines would...
ProPublica explores what a future without vaccines would look like in the US . Hundreds of thousands of deaths, tens of thousands of children paralyzed, and many other children stricken with serious but easily preventable health issues.
Pence says he would've advised Trump to 'let the Pope be the Pope'
Former Vice President Mike Pence criticized President Trump’s recent feud with the head of the Catholic Church. “If I was advising him, as I did every day for four and a half years, I’d say, ‘Let the Pope be the Pope and you be the president,’” Pence told MS NOW in an
Trump unveils Regeneron deal to lower drug prices
President Trump unveiled a deal with drugmaker Regeneron on Thursday for the company to voluntarily cut prices, the final manufacturer to commit to the White House's “most favored nation” plan to lower U.S. costs in line with other developed nations. Under the agreement,
Trump DOJ Under Investigation for How It Handled Epstein Files
The Department of Justice is auditing itself over the chaotic rollout of the Jeffrey Epstein files, the Associated Press reported on Thursday. The Epstein Files Transparency Act, which was pushed through Congress by an eclectic bipartisan group even after Donald Trump dismissed
JetBlue accused of using personal data to set ticket prices in new lawsuit
JetBlue Airways is facing a proposed class action lawsuit alleging the airline collects passengers’ personal data and uses it to set airfares, a practice described as “dynamic surveillance pricing.” The complaint was filed Wednesday on behalf of a New York resident who claimed
Iran's supreme leader awaiting prosthetic leg, plastic surgery on face: New York Times
Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is facing critical medical conditions after surviving a bomb attack that left him awaiting a prosthetic leg and facial plastic surgery, according to a Thursday New York Times report. Mentally, Khamenei is still capable of comprehending
Bob Iger, After Stepping Down as Disney CEO, Tapped as Adviser to Josh Kushner’s Thrive Capital
Bob Iger, who stepped down as Disney’s chief executive last month, has taken a role as an adviser to venture-capital firm Thrive Capital. New York-based Thrive Capital was founded in 2009 by Josh Kushner, the younger brother of Jared Kushner, who is Donald Trump’s son-in-law.
Africa: UN Slave Trade Vote Sparks Reparations Hope
[Namibian] A United Nations resolution recognising the transatlantic slave trade as a crime against humanity has bolstered Namibian calls for justice regarding colonial-era genocide and reparations.
This Pokémon spinoff is quietly one of Nintendo's most important games of the decade
New Pokémon Snap foreshadowed Nintendo's Switch 2 emphasis on finding your own fun through creative play
The Australian Rocks That House the Oldest Life-Forms on Earth
Never underestimate the power of an old pile of rocks The post The Australian Rocks That House the Oldest Life-Forms on Earth appeared first on Nautilus .
Elizabeth Banks to Star in Apple TV Comedy About Retirement Community Sex Dates From Liz Heldens, Matt Ward
Elizabeth Banks is set to star in a new comedy series at Apple TV that hails from writers Liz Heldens and Matt Ward. The logline for the untitled series states, “Fresh off a messy divorce, Heidi (Banks) sets out to secure a lively second act for herself and her kids. But when
Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred has a special gift for necromancers who want to be surrounded by 28 skeletons and druids who hate being bears
Both classes have some bonus reworks on top of their new skill trees.
Hyperallergic’s Guide to the 2026 Venice Biennale
Here’s what to see and do at this year’s edition, including national pavilions, collateral exhibitions, and notable events.
Speaking Freely: Lizzie O'Shea
Lizzie O’Shea is an Australian lawyer, author, and the founder and chair of Digital Rights Watch , which advocates for freedom, fairness, and fundamental rights in the digital age. She sits on the board of Blueprint for Free Speech , and in 2019 was named a Human Rights Hero by
Tough on Crime? Trump Justice Department Purges Law Enforcement Jobs
President Donald Trump professes to be tough on crime, yet his administration has let go over 4,000 federal law enforcement employees. Reuters, citing records it obtained from the Department of Justice’s management unit through the Freedom of Information Act, reports that
Crypto-scammers are offering cargo ships in the Strait of Hormuz safety for Bitcoin, and Iran's already fired on at least one
At least no-one's been hurt, yet.
Overwatch Is Making Good On A Decade-Old Promise
The hero shooter’s reboot is getting one thing right
Xbox’s New Boss Lays Out Her Vision For Fixing A Broken Brand: ‘Players Are Frustrated’
Asha Sharma is trying to pivot Xbox, but it's not yet clear to what
‘Fear Factor: House of Fear’ Renewed for Season 2 at Fox
“Fear Factor: House of Fear” has been renewed for Season 2, Fox announced Thursday. Johnny Knoxville will return to host the competition series. A reboot of the popular 2000s show that ran for seven seasons, on “Fear Factor: House of Fear,” a group of strangers living together
Why Diana Ross Isn’t a Part of ‘Michael’
Actress Kat Graham, who played the Supremes leader, says “legal considerations affected a few scenes, including the ones I filmed”
White House official accuses foreign entities of ‘industrial-scale’ theft of US AI
The White House on Thursday accused foreign entities, primarily China, of running “industrial-scale” campaigns to distill frontier artificial intelligence models from U.S. companies. Michael Kratsios, director of the White House Office of Science and Technology, wrote in a
United Airlines considering raising fares amid jet fuel price surge
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby said plane ticket prices may increase by 15 to 20%.
HHS nixes publication of study showing effectiveness of COVID vaccines
The acting head of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) blocked the publication of a study on the effectiveness of COVID-19 vaccines, a Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) spokesperson confirmed. The research was set to be published in the agency's
‘Euphoria’ Episode 2 Reaches 8.5 Million Viewers in Three Days, Staying Even With Season 3 Premiere
The second episode of “Euphoria” Season 3 hit 8.5 million viewers across HBO and HBO Max in its first three days, matching the viewership of the season premiere. Statistics for both episodes were measured by Warner Bros. Discovery and refer to viewership in the U.S. alone. WBD
I Didn’t Hate Michael
I did the " whoo ." The post I Didn’t Hate Michael appeared first on Stereogum .
Meta is laying off 10 percent of its staff
Meta is planning to layoff around 10 percent of employees in May, according to a memo from the company's chief people officer, Janelle Gale, published by Bloomberg. That means approximately 8,000 people will see their jobs cut. Meta will also be closing around 6,000 open roles,
‘Michael’ Kicks Off With Strong $18.5 Million at International Box Office
“Michael” is starting strong at international box office, generating $18.5 million on opening day. Those ticket sales include $16.6 million on Wednesday and $1.9 million in Tuesday’s previews. Lionsgate’s musical biopic about the rise of Michael Jackson debuts in North America
French economic gloom from the Iran war could mean a heavy political price
The costs are only rising for France from Iran’s war with the US and Israel: security and military losses, economic shocks, especially around energy, to say nothing of diplomatic friction with allies, and rising domestic political tension that some fear could further promote
The earliest-known recordings of whale songs (from 1949)...
The earliest-known recordings of whale songs (from 1949) were recently discovered in the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution’s archive . The scientists who recorded the audio didn’t even know what they were listening to.
Image of Family Torn by ICE Wins World Press Photo of the Year
“I hope it stirs people out of any sense of complacency,” said photojournalist Carol Guzy.
Timber Timbre’s Taylor Kirk Dead At 44
Taylor Kirk, singer for the Canadian indie band Timber Timbre, has passed away. According to Exclaim! , a Kirk representative confirms that he died "suddenly" last week. No cause of death has been reported. Kirk was 44. The post Timber Timbre’s Taylor Kirk Dead At 44 appeared
