Liu Wei’s Met Facade Comission Reflects Our Moment
On view through next June, Liu's sculpture series “Speculation” (2026) contemplates the contradictory elements of collapse and civic transformation.
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Giving students a voice in how they learn could transform the classroom experience
Research from Queen Mary University of London explores how combining learner autonomy with student-led inquiry can create a more engaging and collaborative experience for international students learning academic English.
Laser experiments recreate solar flare physics and reveal consistent magnetic reconnection rates
Magnetic reconnection is a process that occurs when the magnetic fields of a conductive plasma quickly rearrange and release massive amounts of stored magnetic energy. It is widely thought to be the underlying mechanism behind cosmic events such as solar flares and substorms in
Brad Pitt Returning for ‘World War Z’ Sequel at Paramount With Edward Berger to Direct
Brad Pitt will return to star in Paramount’s forthcoming sequel to “World War Z.” Edward Berger, who recently directed Pitt in “The Riders” for A24, has signed on to direct from a script by Dennis Kelly. Plot details for the long-awaited sequel are being kept under wraps. The
The Heartbreakers, With Chris Stapleton Singing, Need to Think About a Reunion Tour
Tom Petty's band reunited at the Americana Honors in Nashville earlier this week. It was too good to stop at three songs
‘World War Z’ Sequel Back on With Brad Pitt Returning, Edward Berger Directing
The sequel to Paramount's hit zombie disaster movie has been in development on and off since 2013.
Kroger yanks Red Bull nationwide as energy drink’s premium price comes under fire
Red Bull lost its wings -- at least, at one major grocery chain.
Leon Black Plans to Turn Woolworth Mansion Into His Own Museum, Book Reveals
The disgraced financier, whose ties to Jeffrey Epstein are being investigated in Congress, told author William D. Cohan that he wants to turn the Manhattan property into “his version of the Neue Galerie.”
Every Trails RPG, Ranked From Worst To Best
The Trails series has never been easier to get into, and here are the best ones
Matthew Mercer Officially Reveals His 8 Greatest Critical Role Moments of All Time
Everyone has their favorite moments in Critical Role, but what about the Dungeon Master who makes the magic happen? Matthew Mercer reveals all.
Getting to Know Juan Andrés García Ropero ‘Bropi,’ the New Director of Content of Movistar Plus
Juan Andrés García Ropero, “Bropi,” Movistar Plus’ new director of content from May 2026, re-adjusts himself in his seat on a Zoom call. “I’ll sit with my best side showing, this profile,” he jokes. For an executive in one of the most pressured jobs in Spain, whom its film and
Irish Finance Minister says Hormuz closure, not Ukraine, causing energy crisis
The Irish Finance Minister hit back against claims made by the US that Ukraine is causing the global energy crisis, saying de-escalation in the Middle East is the only solution.
Greenland's Qaanaaq Ice Cap has lost enough ice to produce a layer of water about 8 meters deep
Each summer, researchers from Hokkaido University returned to the Qaanaaq Ice Cap in northwestern Greenland to measure changes in the ice surface using aluminum poles drilled into the ice. Their 13-year record shows how the ice cap changed from 2012 to 2025.
Discovery of CRISPR's long lost ancestor may expand gene-editing toolkit
CRISPR may be a powerful technology for gene editing, but the system existed in bacteria long before scientists began using it. For billions of years, CRISPR has acted as a natural immune system in bacteria and other microbes, helping defend them against invading viruses. But
Who benefits from tariffs, according to research
Tariffs are usually debated as trade policy. But a study from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business treats them as something else: a mechanism for redistributing wealth.
ICE officer pleads not guilty to lying to FBI about Minneapolis shooting
An Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer pleaded not guilty Friday to federal charges stemming from allegations that he lied to authorities about what led up to the January shooting of a Venezuelan man during Minneapolis enforcement operations. A federal grand jury
Drunk Shakespeare Theater Producer Sues Amazon, Alleging Prime Video’s ‘Off Campus’ Violated Its Trademarks
Double, double toil and trouble! The company that produces the Drunk Shakespeare-branded theatrical shows sued Amazon, claiming an episode of Prime Video’s YA ice hockey romantic-drama “Off Campus” used its trademarks without permission. Brass Jar, the New York-based company
Warren Buffett steps down after six decades at Berkshire - 'Father Time always wins'
Since taking control in 1965, Buffett grew a struggling textile mill into a global conglomerate.
Jesse Eisenberg’s ‘The Debut’ Named as Opening Night Film at Middleburg Film Festival (EXCLUSIVE)
Jesse Eisenberg’s “The Debut” will open the Middleburg Film Festival. A Q&A will follow with the film’s star Julianne Moore. “The Debut” follows Moore as Mona Friedman, a housewife who lands a small role in a community theater production and transforms into a zealous method
Seven men who could lead Russia after Putin
Ahead of a parliamentary election on Sunday, President Vladimir Putin's grip on power is as strong as ever. But when the time comes, here are some potential successors.
'Wolverine' Is Sony’s Bestselling Game of 2026, Despite Massive Criticism
'Wolverine' has reportedly sold nearly 2 million copies so far, making it Sony's bestselling new game on PS5 this year.
Gavin Newsom is pushing for an AI kill switch
California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) is positioning the state to take the lead on AI oversight, including the potential to mandate a "kill switch" for frontier models, with a new executive order issued Friday. Newsom's order directs the state to convene a group of experts that will
Ryanair boss Michael O'Leary apologises over 'high-fare rapists' remarks
O'Leary described his choice of language as "careless" and said "it won't happen again".
Lily Collins Says Goodbye to ‘Emily in Paris’ as Filming Wraps on Series Finale: ‘This Has Forever Changed Me’
Lily Collins has officially bid adieu to Emily Cooper. The actress recently spent her last day on set playing the title role in the Netflix hit “Emily in Paris” and shared an emotional post on Instagram about the experience. “I’m speechless. It’s impossible to find the words
Instant click for me: how NYC street signs are made ....
Instant click for me: how NYC street signs are made . “The sign shop…has a staff of 46 workers, including seven letterers who lay out signs by hand and a blacksmith who makes custom brackets to securely attach signs to traffic poles.”
‘Shaun the Sheep: The Beast of Mossy Bottom’ Review: The Ovine Adventurer Returns for a Perfectly Silly Halloween Treat
It’s a good year for sheep at the movies, which makes it a good year for pretty much anyone at the movies: Months after “The Sheep Detectives” proved one of the surprise delights of the spring, Aardman’s reliably lovable Shaun the Sheep returns to ensure we haven’t forgotten
She’s Just Being Miley: Seven Takeaways From ‘Bass Persuades’
Her tenth album is full of surprising collaborations, daring lyrics, and huge hooks
Senegal job an 'absolute dream' for new boss Vieira
Former France international Patrick Vieira, a World Cup winner in 1998, says taking charge of Senegal, the nation of his birth, is an "honour".
