Elephant seals recognize their rivals from years prior, study finds
Humans are not the only animals that can remember the voices of their old acquaintances. Elephant seals, too, can remember the calls of their rivals even a year later.
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Who is Adm. Frank Bradley, commander who issued second boat strike order?
The White House placed the decision to launch a second, follow-up Sept. 2 strike on an alleged drug boat in the Caribbean Sea at the feet of the commander overseeing the operation from Fort Bragg, N.C., Navy Adm. Frank M. “Mitch” Bradley. Bradley — who was authorized by Defense
Why being single might feel empowering as a woman in your 20s, but not your 30s
If you're a woman in your 20s, being single may feel like an empowering lifestyle choice. Taking smug delight in the recent Vogue article, Is Having A Boyfriend Embarrassing Now?, you can rest assured that you're independent, self-sufficient and living your best life.
NZ now has a narrow window to stop the Asian yellow-legged hornet—here's how everyone can help
The first Asian yellow-legged hornets observed in Auckland in winter were two old and slow males. Many people were concerned and worried. Now, at the end of spring, what we've seen is a potential nightmare.
College student deported on way home to surprise parents
Any Lopez Belloza, a freshman, is studying business at Babson College.
OBR head's resignation leaves potential landmines for Reeves
Chancellor's next mission to find a respected and credible economist to run the OBR will require careful balance
Why time is running out for Germany's green hydrogen industry
Firms are ready to make the equipment needed for green hydrogen, but demand has not picked up yet.
Fossils reveal anacondas have been giants for over 12 million years
A University of Cambridge-led team has analyzed giant anaconda fossils from South America to deduce that these tropical snakes reached their maximum size 12.4 million years ago and have remained giants ever since.
Warner Bros. Discovery gets mostly cash offer from Netflix in second round of bidding
Bankers for Paramount Skydance, Comcast and Netflix worked over the weekend on improved offers for all or part of Warner Bros., Bloomberg reported.
Gotham Film Awards: Winners List (Updating Live)
The star-studded ceremony is taking place in New York on Monday night.
Sometimes, an FPS really is better with a controller
FOV 90: Which FPS do most people play with a mouse, but you swear by on controller?
Holiday travel booms after shutdown ends
Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story TSA breaks screening records with holiday rush With the government shutdown over, airports handled a record-breaking surge of holiday travel, per new data. © AP The
Music Industry Moves: WME Promotes Rob Markus to Head of International Music Team; A2IM Ups Lisa Hresko to COO
WME has named Rob Markus Head of International for the agency’s contemporary music team. The announcement was made by Lucy Dickins, Global Head of Contemporary Music and Touring, and Kirk Sommer, Global Co-Head of Contemporary Music and Touring. In his expanded role, Markus
People living along polluted Thames file legal complaint to force water firm to act
Residents claim raw sewage and poorly treated effluent as result of Thames Water’s failings are threat to health Communities across south-east England are filing the first coordinated legal complaints that sewage pollution by Thames Water negatively affects their lives. Thames
Death and devastation: Why a rare equatorial cyclone and other storms have hit southern Asia so hard
More than 900 people are dead, thousands more missing and millions affected by a band of cyclones and extreme monsoonal weather across southern Asia. Torrential rain has triggered the worst flooding in decades, accompanied by landslides. Indonesia, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Vietnam
CAA Hires Greg Goodfried as Agent in Creators Division
Greg Goodfried, a digital-entertainment veteran who has worked with Charli D’Amelio, Jennifer Lopez and Bethany Frankel, among others, has joined CAA as an agent in its Creators division, where he will represent digital influencers, podcasters and other talent trying to make
Megan Thee Stallion Wins Defamation Suit Against YouTuber
Last year, Megan Thee Stallion sued the YouTuber Milagro Gramz over alleged Tory Lanez case lies and deepfake porn. Today, the rapper won the defamation lawsuit. The post Megan Thee Stallion Wins Defamation Suit Against YouTuber appeared first on Stereogum .
Gotham Awards Winners 2025 (Updating Live)
The Gotham Awards are kicking off the awards season in New York City Monday evening with a livestream running on Variety‘s YouTube channel starting at 4 p.m. PT. Presented by the Gotham Film & Media Institute, and held at Cipriani Wall Street, this year’s ceremony sees Paul
Africa: World Risks Reversing HIV Progress As Children Continue to Face Treatment Gap
[Namibian] Children and adolescents living with HIV-AIDS continue to be left behind in access to early diagnosis, life-saving treatment and care, as shrinking funding threatens to increase their risks and reverse decades of progress, Unicef warned ahead of World AIDS Day.
Africa: AU Suspends Guinea-Bissau From All Activities After Military Coup d'État
[ANGOP] Luanda -- The African Union (AU) decided, on Friday, to suspend, with immediate effect, Guinea-Bissau's participation in all the organization's activities, following the military coup d'état that took place on 26 November.
Africa: President João Lourenço Calls for Greater Investment On Education in Africa
[ANGOP] Luanda -- The President of the Republic of Angola and African Union Chair, João Lourenço, on Saturday called on the Member States to invest in education capable of preparing children to develop relevant skills, access decent jobs and assume a prominent role in the
Charlie Puth Responds to Backlash Over Singing National Anthem at Super Bowl: ‘It’ll Be One of My Best Vocal Performances’
Charlie Puth has spoken out against critics who claim that he isn’t the best choice to sing the National Anthem at the Super Bowl. On Sunday, the singer-songwriter was announced as a performer for Super Bowl LX in February alongside Coco Jones and Brandi Carlile, who will sing
Factory farming in Africa: Development banks see it as a good idea, but it's bad for the climate
In sub-Saharan Africa, pastoral livestock farming—where cattle, goats and sheep roam freely across grasslands, grazing at will—has been the main form of livestock production. It has been a source of livelihoods for centuries, if not millennia.
AI fights split Republicans in high-stakes NDAA talks
{beacon} Technology The Big Story AI fights split Republicans in high-stakes NDAA talks A battle among Republican lawmakers over the future of U.S. AI policy is threatening to hold up a must-pass annual Defense bill. © Mariam Zuhaib, Associated Press Lawmakers are wrestling
100 Notable Small Press Books of 2025. The big end-of-year lists mostly...
100 Notable Small Press Books of 2025 . The big end-of-year lists mostly feature books from big publishers; this list aims to spread the attention to smaller publishers. 💬 Join the discussion on kottke.org →
Dick Van Dyke Hosts Two-Hour Sing-a-Long Ahead of 100th Birthday and Performs ‘Mary Poppins’ Hits: We Must ‘Revive the Art of Conversation’
Dick Van Dyke started celebrating his upcoming 100th birthday early by hosting a two-hour sing-a-long charity event with fans on Nov. 30 in Malibu, Calif. (via People). The event, which the icon co-hosted with his wife, Arlene Silver, raised funds to benefit the Dick Van Dyke
‘Awards Chatter’ Pod: Sydney Sweeney on Oscar-Buzzed ‘Christy,’ Return of ‘Euphoria’ and Upcoming Kim Novak/Sammy Davis Jr. Film
The 28-year-old is in contention for the best actress Oscar for her portrayal of trailblazing boxer — and domestic abuse survivor — Christy Martin in David Michôd's new film.
Silica dust rule faces reconsideration
{beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment The Big Story Trump to reconsider part of silica dust rule The Trump administration says it will reconsider aspects of a rule that aims to protect miners from exposure to harmful silica dust on the job. © File AP Photo/Leah
Record 3.13M passengers screened at airports on Sunday
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) screened more than 3.13 million people at U.S. airports on Sunday, a new single-day record. TSA announced the milestone Monday on the social platform X. The mark surpassed the previous high of more than 3.09 million, set on June
From Honduras to Poland, Trump meddles in elections as never before
The United States has meddled for decades in elections around the world. But no modern president has done so as brazenly as Donald Trump. Forget shady CIA-hatched plots or surreptitious media campaigns. Trump has openly called on other countries' electorates to vote for his
The Secret Busy Lives of Small Icy Moons
A surprising churn of activity conducive to life may lie beneath their frigid surfaces The post The Secret Busy Lives of Small Icy Moons appeared first on Nautilus .
The Helldivers Movie Just Found The Perfect Director
Justin Lin, the director behind multiple Fast & Furious movies, is set to helm the video game adaptation The post The Helldivers Movie Just Found The Perfect Director appeared first on Kotaku .
Opportunities in December 2025
Residencies, fellowships, grants, and open calls from Ucross, Athens Photo Research Center, and more in our monthly list of opportunities for artists, writers, and art workers.
Rare Basquiat Photos and More Art to See in Miami This Week
Here’s your handy guide to art fairs, exhibitions, and more taking place in the city over the next five days.
Adrienna Matzeg’s Embroideries Serve Up the Nostalgic Charm of the Greasy Spoon
Adrienna Matzeg captures the delights of a roadside diner in nostalgic stitches. 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 Adrienna Matzeg’s Embroideries
Pressure grows on Hegseth amid boat strike fallout
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is facing growing pressure over a Washington Post report that he ordered the military to "kill everybody" in a boat strike in the Caribbean, with Democrats alleging a potential war crime and President Trump saying he wouldn't have ordered a second
Mineral fertilizer, not soil, found to supply most toxic cadmium in wheat grains
Plants absorb not only nutrients but also toxic metals such as cadmium through their roots. It was previously unclear whether the toxic metals came from the soil or the fertilizers applied. Under the leadership of the Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research (UFZ) and Duke
Policy brief offers recommendations to improve environmental risk assessment for pollinators in EU
Horizon Europe project PollinERA, which aims to reverse pollinator population declines and reduce the harmful impacts of pesticides, has released its first policy brief. This marks an important stepping stone for the project, bringing PollinERA's scientific insights directly
Mark Kelly Calls Pete Hegseth a Child “Playing Army”
Arizona Senator Mark Kelly accused Pete Hegseth Monday of “playing army,” after the defense secretary posted a juvenile meme making light of his military’s extrajudicial executions. Speaking at a press conference, Kelly nailed precisely what’s so disturbing about Hegseth’s
HHS's latest vaccine policy upheaval
Click in for more news from The Hill {beacon} Health Care Health Care The Big Story HHS's latest vaccine policy upheaval A leaked memo from a top FDA vaccine regulator late last week laid out much stricter federal oversight of vaccines. An upcoming meeting of Robert F.
JAFF Market 2025 Unveils Award Winners, Reveals $7.8 Million Economic Impact
Indonesia’s JAFF Market 2025 concluded with the announcement of industry awards and development grants supporting Indonesian film projects, providing recipients with financial backing, technical services and pathways to international markets. The three-day gathering, powered by
Just 30 people a month get into these wildly popular Gen Z dinners
“It’s about personality type — and, are you working on something meaningful?” the series' creator told NYNext.
Keene, NH has been replacing their stop-lighted intersections with roundabouts, resulting in...
Keene, NH has been replacing their stop-lighted intersections with roundabouts, resulting in big reductions in pollution, accidents & injuries, and costs . “Slowly moving is better than waiting at a light any day.” 💬 Join the discussion on kottke.org →
Mystery Sonic the Hedgehog spinoff movie coming in 2028
A fifth Sonic movie is coming — is it Shadow the Hedgehog's time to shine, in Paramount's Sonic Universe spinoff?
Fears grow inside military over illegal orders after Hegseth authorized follow-up boat strike
There is an increasing apprehension among service members that they may be asked to carry out an illegal order, amid reports Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth ordered troops to “kill everybody” in a boat strike in September. The concerns, reflected in an uptick in calls to the
'We're so back': After withdrawing from The Game Awards in November, Megabonk is back in the fight in the Players' Voice category
Unfortunately for Megabonk, the fan-voted category is seriously stacked.
Unsafe netting used at Hong Kong fire site, officials say, as toll rises to 151
Anti-corruption investigators said contractors working on the buildings had concealed their use of netting that didn’t meet fire safety standards.
You Can Now Switch to T-Mobile in 15 Minutes With Their New Fast-Switch Campaign
T-Mobile is kicking its Un-carrier era back into high gear with a new pledge aimed at one of the wireless industry’s most persistent pain points: switching. Announced Nov. 20 during the Las Vegas Grand Prix — a fitting backdrop for an initiative built on speed — the company
Preteen smartphone users at risk of depression, obesity: Research
Smartphone ownership among preteens is associated with greater risk of depression, obesity and lack of sleep, according to a new study. The study, set to be published in the January edition of the journal Pediatrics, examined the impacts of smartphone ownership on a group of
Hilary Duff to Host Valentine’s Day Vegas Residency
The singer will follow her four-show 2026 tour with three nights at Voltaire