A Kashmir tourist hotspot became a deadly bloodbath. A year on, the pain remains unbearable
A year after militants killed 26 people in Indian-administered Kashmir, families are trying to cope with their losses.
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Your phone's next speed boost may come from a strange magnetic jump that rewrites how chips handle heat
A new technology has been proposed that could fundamentally solve the issue of smartphones overheating during high-spec gaming or extended video streaming. Researchers at KAIST have discovered the principle of processing signals using the minute vibrations of magnets (spin
Shawn Levy Says AI Will Become an ‘Essential Tool’ for Moviemaking but He Hasn’t ‘Incorporated’ It in ‘Any Meaningful Way’ Yet
Director Shawn Levy has wrapped and is in post-production on “Star Wars: Starfighter.” The much-anticipated film, starring Ryan Gosling, Amy Adams, Matt Smith, Mia Goth and Aaron Pierre, doesn’t it theaters until May 28, 2027. “I’m in the beautiful sanctity of the edit room,”
A French corporation was recently found criminally...
A French corporation was recently found criminally liable for enabling terrorism . “The court in Paris has just ruled that cynicism and an exclusive focus on profits can constitute a crime.”
Hamptonites mourn wave of generic chain stores changing way of life — including $33 smoothies in Sag Harbor
"Corporate is coming to Sag Harbor," Shane Dyckman who owns popular coffee shop Sagtown said. "It's unavoidable."
‘ESPN Jeopardy!’ Confirmed Ordered by Disney+ and Hulu, With Host Joe Buck
The “Jeopardy!” universe continues to expand, with a new sports edition now in the works for Disney+ and Hulu. “ESPN Jeopardy!” has been picked up by the Disney streamers to launch on a date to be announced later. “Monday Night Football” broadcaster Joe Buck will host. Sony
Bacteria's 'two-way door' revealed: How antimicrobials cross cell membranes
Researchers at Durham have helped unlock a new understanding of how bacteria import antimicrobial peptides—the molecules that can kill or inhibit microbes. The research sheds new light on SbmA, a key transporter protein found in the membranes of bacteria such as E. coli. Their
Hydrocarbons may power next-generation batteries with lower costs and emissions
Scientists from Skoltech have presented a review on the use of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons in metal-ion batteries. The work, published in Progress in Materials Science, systematizes over a decade of research and opens new directions for creating environmentally friendly,
Rome Was Built Today
Celebrating the scientific and technical contributions of Rome on the mythical birthday of the eternal city The post Rome Was Built Today appeared first on Nautilus .
4 schoolkids at home, 1 dying phone: Digital poverty is holding back Malaysia’s needy children
During the pandemic, 37 per cent of Malaysian students, or about 1.7 million children, lacked devices for online learning.
A Poetic Tribute to Ona Judge Is Coming to Philadelphia
The new work at the ArtPhilly festival will honor Judge, who fled enslavement by the Washington family, and Rem'mie Fells, a Black transgender woman murdered in 2020.
Ramy Youssef Trolls MAGA Backlash to His ‘Sesame Street’ Episode Where Elmo Spoke Arabic: ‘Elmo Saying Habibi Has Set Them Off’
Ramy Youssef stopped by Sesame Street last week to celebrate Arab American Heritage Month with Elmo — and teach the red Muppet some Arabic words, like “habibi” and “salamu alaykum.” The comedian’s cute appearance on the children’s program sparked backlash from conservatives
Styrofoam Winos – “Next Thing”
The Nashville country-rock trio Styrofoam Winos are beloved by figures like MJ Lenderman and Bonnie “Prince” Billy and me. When the group announced their new album Any River last month, they released “Pearls,” a delightful, propulsive tune sung by Lou Turner. “Next Thing,” the
Gates Foundation cutting 20% of staff, launches review of Jeffrey Epstein ties: report
The organization started by Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates and his then-wife in 2000 is one of the world's biggest funders of global health initiatives.
Trump extends Iran truce until Tehran submits proposal, says U.S. to maintain naval blockade
The announcement came after hours of exchanges of threats between the U.S. and Iran, during which representatives of the two countries did not confirm their attendance at talks in Pakistan that were scheduled to take place on Wednesday, the day the two-week truce was set to
U.S. operations against Iran expand to Indian Ocean with tanker capture
The capture of the tanker ship Tifani follows a Trump administration directive to interdict sanctioned vessels believed to be involved in smuggling Iranian oil.
CinemaCon 2026 Takeaways: David Ellison Quashed a Rebellion, Tom Rothman Ticked Off Theater Owners and Steven Spielberg Issued an Urgent Warning
After six brutal years of struggling to stay afloat, movie theater owners and operators arrived in Las Vegas for CinemaCon finally liking their odds of survival. It helped that the box office, which has been stuck in a rut since COVID, was up more than 23%, thanks to recent
Xbox Game Pass Ultimate's price was too expensive for too many fans
Microsoft has slashed the price of Game Pass Ultimate, a rare concession to Xbox consumers faced with rising prices across the board.
New research reveals cell proteins that drive severe viral infections
Researchers at Umeå University have identified two human cell proteins, NUP98 and NUP153, that play a crucial role in how viruses such as tick-borne encephalitis virus (TBEV), West Nile virus, and dengue virus replicate in the body. The findings challenge existing views of how
How One Cooperative Champions the Quechua Weavers of Peru’s Sacred Valley
"Some people say, ‘Why do you weave?’ But they don’t understand this work." Do stories and artists like this matter to you? Become a Colossal Member today and support independent arts publishing for as little as $7 per month. The article How One Cooperative Champions the
Rare DM – “Honey”
Rare DM, the New York-via-Baltimore artist born Erin Hoagg, is getting ready to release her album Attention in a few weeks. After announcing the record last month with “Compliment,” today she’s back with another new single called “Honey.” Where the former song leaned into
Fed Chair nominee Kevin Warsh says Trump didn’t order him to cut rates in heated Senate hearing
Fed Chair nominee Kevin Warsh denied that President Trump demanded he lower interest rates in a heated Senate hearing Tuesday.
Bob Dylan Adds Even More ‘Rough and Rowdy Ways’ Tour Dates
The musician will be joined by special guests Lucinda Williams and Jimmie Vaughan at some of the new stops
Iran accuses US of ceasefire violations ahead of Trump's extension
Iran accused the U.S. again on Tuesday of violating the conditions of the temporary ceasefire, hours before President Trump announced he would extend the deadline as time was running out. Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, one of the lead negotiators on the Iranian side, asserted
Crabs' iconic sideways walk evolved from common ancestor, study suggests
Researchers have provided new insights into the evolutionary origin of sideways walking in crabs. Their study, published today as a Reviewed Preprint in eLife, presents the largest comparative dataset on crab locomotion to help understand the origins of the animals' iconic
Milk's hidden carbon bill is bigger than advertised as damaged grass and soils drive emissions higher
Livestock farming causes a significant share of the world's greenhouse gas emissions. According to a new study, the carbon footprint of milk may be considerably larger than commonly calculated when carbon released from the soil is also considered. The work is published in The
DHS Secretary Warns They’re Close to Not Being Able to Pay Employees
Employees at the Department of Homeland Security are weeks away from losing their paychecks. Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin told Fox News Tuesday that the agency’s funding has all but run dry, 66 days into the partial government shutdown. Donald Trump signed a
Trump says US will extend ceasefire until Iranian proposal submitted, discussions concluded
(Adds missing word to headline, adds missing words in the first paragraph) WASHINGTON, April 21 (Reuters) - President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that he was extending the Iran ceasefire until an Iranian proposal is submitted, and discussions are concluded. (Reporting by
Trump’s Labor Secretary’s Impressive Legacy of Sleaze
In September 2024, the Teamsters, whose strutting fool of a president , Sean O’Brien, had been gifted the month before with a prime time slot at the Republican National Convention, took a dive on endorsing a presidential candidate. It was the first time the Teamsters had not
Azealia Banks Skips Hearing in Ex-Manager ‘Stalking’ Case
Lawyers for the “212” singer’s ex-manager, Jeff Kwatinetz, said he’ll testify in person at May trial
Dozens of former Katie Porter staffers pen open letter defending her, months after backlash
A group of 30 former staffers for former Rep. Katie Porter (D-Calif.) signed a Monday letter lauding the lawmaker as someone who “shows up for her team” after months of backlash for lambasting a staffer and a journalist on two separate occasions. The letter comes as Porter
Iran war means more orders for US defense giants
US defense companies are reporting a surge in demand for military equipment, as the war in the Middle East prompts fresh orders from governments around the world. Earnings Tuesday signaled that 2026 will be another strong year after a robust 2025 in the wake of continuing
How colonialism still shapes extinctions today, from island species losses to disappearing languages
Human activities have always shaped both biological and cultural diversity. An international team led by the University of Vienna has now investigated the link between the threat to species and that to languages. Linguists and biodiversity researchers identified a common key
Barbara Chase-Riboud Speaks Out on Declining US Biennale Pavilion
The sculptor told the Financial Times that “this was not the moment” to represent the nation at the Venice Biennale.
New York claims Coinbase, Gemini prediction markets violate gambling laws
New York Attorney General Letitia James (D) sued Coinbase and Gemini on Tuesday, accusing the two crypto companies of violating state gambling laws with their prediction markets. James argues that the platforms fall within the state’s definition of gambling and, as a result,
Trump extends Iran ceasefire indefinitely, says blockade will remain
President Trump announced in a Truth Social post on Tuesday that he is extending the U.S. ceasefire with Iran until Tehran comes to the negotiating table with a proposal. “Based on the fact that the Government of Iran is seriously fractured, not unexpectedly so and, upon the
A ‘Game Show’ That’s Basically Dropout For Word Nerds Is The Funniest Thing I’ve Watched In Years
A dreaded school competition has never been this entertaining.
AI tool predicts how new drug molecules move before costly lab tests
For every life-changing new drug that comes to market, many candidates fail along the way. An artificial intelligence-based tool developed at the University of Oregon could help scientists better predict how hypothetical new drugs might act in the body before running expensive
High school journalism leading the way in financial literacy, even if business isn't part of curriculum
Journalism classes are usually not paired with business lessons. While there have been calls for increasing business knowledge in journalism, research from the University of Kansas has found that high school journalists are learning business skills even though they are not a
Highlights and Hidden Gems at Dumbo Open Studios
Works on paper were a highlight in the event’s 10th year — not to mention the impromptu conversations and artistic community.
Watch live: Trump hosts NCAA champions at White House
President Trump on Tuesday afternoon will welcome more than 100 collegiate champions from different sports and universities to the White House in honor of NCAA Collegiate National Champions Day. Trump's remarks to the student athletes come after he signed an executive order to
UK ambassador to UAE warns of regional risk but backs UAE resilience amid fragile Iran ceasefire
In an interview with Euronews, British Ambassador to the United Arab Emirates Edward Hobart said the fragile US-Iran ceasefire should pave the way to a lasting peace with "a clear way forward".
Trump Extends Iran Ceasefire as Peace Talks on Verge of Collapse
President Trump announced an indefinite extension to his ceasefire with Iran Tuesday as it became evident that peace talks between the two countries were on the brink of collapse. “Based on the fact that the Government of Iran is seriously fractured, not unexpectedly so and,
Neon Adapting Sam Evenson’s Viral Horror Short ‘Mora’ Into Feature Film (EXCLUSIVE)
Neon, the independent studio behind “Parasite” and “Anora,” has enlisted Sam Evenson to adapt his viral short film “Mora” into a full-length feature. The film, which Evenson will write and direct, centers around a displaced artist who becomes haunted by a mysterious woman after
An Oscar for Rocky? ‘Project Hail Mary’ Puppeteer James Ortiz Is Eligible for Best Supporting Actor (EXCLUSIVE)
Rocky is eligible for the Oscars. Amaze, amaze, amaze. James Ortiz, a stage performer and master puppeteer, has been central to one of the year’s most talked-about screen creations: Rocky, the spider-like alien at the heart of Amazon MGM Studios’ space-traveling blockbuster
Trump's messaging on Iran grows increasingly erratic
With his sensational statements on Truth Social and serial phone chats with individual journalists, President Donald Trump has only added to the confusion surrounding his plans for Iran in recent days. The US president has been commenting on the conflict almost in real time in
Adding water sources boosted reproducing males in wild asses, raising genetic diversity
Relatively simple habitat management can influence population genetics, providing conservation managers with the opportunity to support genetic resilience not only through breeding programs or translocations, but also by changing how essential resources are distributed in the
Joan Semmel & Rama Duwaji
MoMA PS1 opens its once-every-half-decade “Greater New York” survey. Plus, we interview the great Joan Semmel and NYC First Lady Rama Duwaji.
Birds and monkeys in the Amazon share information via 'internet of the forest'
You might go for a walk in the forest to disconnect from work and calm your nerves after a busy week. The chirping and calls of birds in the canopy above might be exactly what allows you to relax.
