Colombian Air Force plane crashes with scores of soldiers on board
Colombia's defence minister says it was a 'tragic accident' but the cause is not yet clear.
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Mining a methane-degrading bioreactor for protein rubies
Scientists have found a new type of iron-storing protein in a mixture of microbes containing methane-degraders. This discovery underscores the importance of characterizing proteins from microbes that cannot be isolated, thereby enabling the discovery of new enzymes for future
Stephen Morrison’s Trompe-L’œil ‘Dog World’ Paintings Are Fetching
Canine curiosity and play find their way into vibrant paintings that "invite viewers to rediscover the magic and absurdity often obscured by the routine." Do stories and artists like this matter to you? Become a Colossal Member today and support independent arts publishing for
How to solve the Trembling Woods puzzle in Crimson Desert
Spin the wheel, align the patterns, and solve this challenge.
Grown Men Almost Choke Each Other Out Over Pokémon Cards
Scalpers love to throw hands over a children’s card game
Valerie Perrine, ‘Superman’ Actress and ‘Lenny’ Oscar Nominee, Dies at 82
Her career also included work as a Vegas showgirl and appearances in 'The Last American Hero,' 'The Border' and, regrettably, 'Can't Stop the Music.'
Trump calls airports 'fertile territory' for ICE
President Trump called airports “fertile territory” for the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers brought in to aid with security, even as he said that’s “not why they’re there.” Asked by reporters whether ICE agents would be making immigration arrests at
Trump's ever-shifting positions on the war with Iran
How long will the Iran war last and what are the US goals? President Donald Trump has issued a dizzying number of conflicting answers to these questions since launching the conflict three weeks ago. The stakes have risen as Iran has retaliated with drone and missile strikes
Countries act to limit fuel price rise, cut consumption
The surge in fuel prices triggered by the war in the Middle East has prompted countries to take measures to limit the financial impact on consumers and businesses. Countries have also moved to reduce consumption, especially when they have limited reserves. Here are some of the
Bestselling The Atlas Trilogy's author Olivie Blake is back with a new graphic novel
Illustrated by Blake's longtime collaborator Little Chmura, the first volume of Clara & the Devil releases in May.
Moby Dick 'ship sinking' sperm whales caught headbutting on camera
New research from the University of St Andrews reports sperm whales headbutting one another. The behavior was captured on film and described scientifically for the first time, confirming accounts by 19th century mariners of sperm whales using their heads to deliberately push
Watch live: Trump highlights Memphis crime task force
President Trump will travel to Memphis, Tenn., on Monday to highlight a crime task force established last year. Trump formed the Memphis Safe Task Force last September in order to replicate the federal law enforcement crackdown in Washington, D.C., in the Tennessee city. “This
How the war with Iran is actually going
Despite Trump’s reports of destroying Iran’s Navy and Air Force, Tehran is still conducting missile and drone strikes against U.S. and local allies in the Gulf.
CinemaCon First: Caesars Palace Venue Will be Named The Dolby Colosseum During 2026 Event
The branding deal will be reflected for CinemaCon’s run from April 13-16: “CinemaCon has always been an impactful industry moment for highlighting Dolby Cinema, Dolby Atmos and Dolby Vision.”
USS Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier leaves Middle East amid Iran fight
The United States' largest aircraft carrier, the USS Gerald R. Ford, on Monday reached Crete, Greece for repairs after leaving the Middle East due to a fire onboard. Photos from AFP show the aircraft carrier arrived at Souda Bay naval base, where it had last stopped in February
Huel bought by Danone for reported €1bn
The health firm backed by actor Idris Elba and broadcaster Jonathan Ross is being bought by Danone, reportedly for €1bn (£860m).
How Do Artists Finance Their Lives? Join Us for a Discussion About Mason Currey’s New Book
Join us in Chicago on April 8 to chat art, money, and how the two intersect. 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 Do Artists Finance Their Lives?
Nintendo is re-releasing the Switch 2 in the EU with a replaceable battery—and it's high time handheld gaming PCs followed suit
If the big red N can do it, then why can't other handheld makers?
Joe Kent says Israel undermining Trump's attempt at de-escalation in Iran
Joe Kent, the former director of the National Counterterrorism Center who resigned last week over the Iran war, accused Israel on Monday of attempting to undermine President Trump’s attempts to de-escalate conflict with Iran. His comments follow Trump’s Monday decision to
A glimpse of future cities? China opens first robot-run volunteer station in public park
The robots patrol, give directions, hand out supplies, and even perform entertainment.
‘Project Hail Mary’ Offers 4 Lessons Hollywood Should Learn — But Won’t
From assuming audiences are smart to using practical effects, here are some lessons from the blockbuster sci-fi epic.
Game Devs Reveal All Their Ugly Placeholder Assets Made Without AI
Crimson Desert 's AI placeholder art controversy has led to many devs sharing sillier temp assets made by humans and MS Paint
OnlyFans owner Leonid Radvinsky dies at 43
"Leo passed away peacefully after a long battle with cancer," a company spokesperson said.
Thai authorities warn of disruption to key medicine supplies, price hikes if Mid-East war drags on
Pharmaceutical companies confirmed sufficient current stock levels for about three to four months.
Ancient 'syphilis-like' disease in Vietnam challenges long-held assumptions on congenital infection
The findings of a new study by a Charles Sturt University researcher and colleagues challenge a long-standing assumption used by scientists studying ancient disease. The study is published in the International Journal of Osteoarchaeology.
ICE officers seen at multiple airports
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers were spotted on Monday at numerous airports throughout the country after President Trump announced this weekend he would deploy them to assist with travel chaos stemming from the partial government shutdown. Videos of ICE
Nigerian heritage key to my success - Itauma
Moses Itauma, one of heavyweight boxing's brightest prospects, says he found the answers to questions about his identity on a trip to his father's village in Nigeria.
US' and Iran's options for ending war narrow the longer it goes on
Iran shows no sign of climbdown, while air power alone cannot achieve the US' main goal.
Africa: Access Bank Partners King's Trust to Drive Youth Empowerment Across Africa
[Leadership] Access Bank Plc and King's Trust International have formalised a strategic partnership aimed at expanding opportunities, entrepreneurship and sustainable livelihoods for young people across Africa.
Trump says Iran must give up enriched uranium stockpile
Donald Trump says any US-Iran talks must lead to Tehran abandoning its nuclear ambitions and enriched uranium stockpile. He insists the US wants “no enrichment” and no possibility of Iran developing a nuclear weapon.
Salt-N-Pepa Unite With TLC and En Vogue for Epic ‘It’s Iconic’ Summer Tour
"The queens is in the building," says Cheryl "Salt" James. "We've earned this seat … This show is going to be crazy. We're doing the whole mixtape vibe, coming in and out"
There’s no way to redeem Trump’s dismal second presidency
Donald Trump is governing without the consent of the governed.
British couple held in Iran 'war zone' urge U.K. PM to reject Iran spying accusation
British national Craig Foreman, who has been held along with his wife Lindsay in Tehran's notorious Evin Prison for over a year and charged with espionage, has called on Prime Minister Keith Starmer to publicly speak out against the charge
Trump places Columbus statue near White House
President Trump has placed a statue of the explorer Christopher Columbus, an increasingly controversial figure, near the White House. In a Sunday press release, the Conference of Presidents of Major Italian American Organizations (COPOMIAO) said that the statue, a replica of
Russell T Davies on Being Told His Groundbreaking LGBTQ Drama ‘Queer as Folk’ ‘Walked’ So That ‘Heated Rivalry’ Could ‘Run’: ‘We Were F—ing Running From the Start!’
British TV icon Russell T. Davies is a big fan of hit hockey drama “Heated Rivalry.” “I love it, it’s hot,” he said, speaking at a special screen talk on Monday as part of London’s queer-focused BFI Flare film festival. But one thing Davies is less sure about is where “Heated
