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France's Macron: working with EU countries on Ukraine financing solution
PARIS (Reuters) -France will finalise with other European Union countries a solution for providing financial support to Ukraine using frozen Russian assets, President Emmanuel Macron said on Tuesday. Macron, who was speaking after a virtual meeting of the so-called Coalition of
Knives Out 3 director Rian Johnson keeps raising his difficulty level
Wake Up Dead Man is his most complicated and personal movie yet. He says it would be 'much harder' to keep his films simple and stay interested.
Trump envoy denies bias as he pushes for Sudan peace plan
Efforts to negotiate an end to the war, which has displaced 12 million people, remain unfruitful.
The demands of young people went unfulfilled by the UN climate summit. Mostly
At the UN climate conference Cop30 in Belém, Brazil, I asked some young climate activists and negotiators about their hopes, expectations and demands. Despite their positivity and the push for action from climate movements, Indigenous people and civil society, a lack of
Are calorie labels on menus worth it? New eye-tracking study reveals hidden patterns
Calorie labels on menus are meant to help people make healthier choices when eating out. However, calorie information only influences people who are already actively trying to lose weight, according to a new study from the University of Surrey. For everyone else, the labels
The real reason states first emerged thousands of years ago: New research
Globalization, migration, climate change and war—nation states are currently under huge pressure on many fronts. Understanding the forces that initially drove the emergence of states across the world may help explain why.
How wealth and postcode affect children with special educational needs
A new report from social mobility charity the Sutton Trust shows that children from poorer families are more likely to have special educational needs. It also shows that children from wealthier families who have some kind of special educational need are more likely to get
Growing pains: An Ontario city's urban agriculture efforts show good policy requires real capacity
Canadians are paying more for food than ever. Canada's Food Price Report 2025 estimates that a family of four will spend up to $801 more on food this year, with overall prices expected to rise 3% to 5%.
Microsoft Goes Beyond Laptop Deals, MS Office Pro 2021 Lifetime License Is Nearly Free at 90% Off for Black Friday
This deal takes $180 off the lifetime subscription of Microsoft Office Professional 2021 for Windows. The post Microsoft Goes Beyond Laptop Deals, MS Office Pro 2021 Lifetime License Is Nearly Free at 90% Off for Black Friday appeared first on Kotaku .
Covalent organic frameworks grown through coupling reactions unlock new class of semiconducting magnets
Chemists at the National University of Singapore (NUS) have developed a methodology to enable coupling reactions for the growth of crystalline porous covalent organic frameworks, unlocking a new class of semiconducting magnets. The work is published in the journal Nature
Electrocatalyst recycles a common pollutant to make ammonia production greener
Ammonia fuels agriculture, supports industry, and is increasingly viewed as a key player in future clean-energy systems. Yet producing it is heat and pressure intensive. A research team has developed an electrocatalyst that helps turn nitrate—a common pollutant found in
Experimental proof shows quantum world is even stranger than previously thought
The quantum world is famously weird—a single particle can be in two places at once, its properties are undefined until they are measured, and the very act of measuring a quantum system changes everything. But according to new research published in Physical Review Letters, the
‘Assassin’s Creed’ Netflix Series Casts Toby Wallace
Toby Wallace has been cast in a lead role in Netflix’s upcoming “Assassin’s Creed” TV series, Variety has confirmed. The live-action show, based on the video game franchise of the same name, was picked up to series at Netflix in June. Exact character details are being kept
Research helps untangle the complexity of small-scale fisheries
By classifying small-scale fisheries into five broad types, a Stanford-led study helps clarify a diverse sector essential to global nutrition and local economies.
Senator says US 'can't afford' $2K tariff checks: Is he right?
You may like the idea of getting a $2,000 dividend, but many lawmakers are hoping the revenue goes elsewhere.
Trump pardons Gobble and Waddle, jokes that Biden's turkey pardons are invalid because of autopen
President Trump pardoned turkeys Gobble and Waddle outside the White House on Tuesday, but not before joking that former President Biden's turkey pardons are void because of his use of an autopen. Trump spoke before guests at the Rose Garden, with Gobble gobbling audibly
December 2025 Opportunities: Open Calls, Residencies, and Grants for Artists
Snuggle up and start applying! 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 December 2025 Opportunities: Open Calls, Residencies, and Grants for Artists
Two centuries of tree rings reveal hydroclimatic patterns and mega-drought impacts in China's Central Water Tower
The Qinling-Bashan Mountains (QBMs) serve as an important boundary between southern and northern China and are dubbed China's Central Water Tower (CCWT). However, the spatiotemporal structures and dynamics of the summer hydroclimate, as well as the water vapor sources and
LISTEN: Laugh Factory — Owen Gleiberman and Peter Debruge on Variety’s 100 Best Comedy Movies of All Time List
On today’s episode of “Daily Variety” podcast, Owen Gleiberman and Peter Debruge, Variety’s chief film critics, detail the how and the why behind their selections for Variety’s new 100 Greatest Comedy Movies of All Time list, topped by 1988’s “The Naked Gun: From the Files of
These countries are taking millions from Trump to accept U.S. deportees
The U.S. has sent deportees to at least one country the State Department has accused of human trafficking, and others it has advised U.S. citizens to avoid.
Ancient Folklore Upends Dangerous Savanna Myths
Literature from western India describe diverse savanna landscapes, defying the dogma that these ecosystems resulted from relatively recent deforestation The post Ancient Folklore Upends Dangerous Savanna Myths appeared first on Nautilus .
Israel says Gaza hostage coffin received from Red Cross
Israel said the Red Cross had on Tuesday handed over the coffin of a hostage held in Gaza, adding that the remains would soon be taken for forensic identification. Prior to this latest handover, the remains of three deceased hostages were still being held in the Gaza Strip --
Over 21s to get £12.71 an hour as minimum wage increased
The move has been welcomed, but some experts say it will not cover the current cost of living.
A quarter of early child care educators in Colorado reported mistreatment from co-workers
Early childhood educators and staff nurture and teach children under the age of 5. At its best, this type of early care sets kids up for long-term success.
‘The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives’ Renewed for Season 4
“The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” has been renewed for 20 more episodes, which will likely make up two more seasons. Season 4 is set to debut on Hulu early in 2026. Hulu often renews its unscripted series for large batches of episodes at a time. After Season 1 of “The Secret
‘Roads of Fire’ Director Nathaniel Lezra on His Migrant Crisis Doc and Why Zohran Mamdani Is ‘Representative of Our Hopes’
While making his documentary “Roads of Fire,” director Nathaniel Lezra found himself celebrating the success of the film while also balancing fear for his main subject, Maria Pascal. “We won the audience award at Brooklyn Film Festival but I really explicitly told her, ‘I’m
‘Barbershop’ TV Series Casts Punkie Johnson, Roy Wood Jr., Brett Gray, E.J. Bonilla
Amazon Prime Video’s “Barbershop” TV series is building out its cast. Variety has learned that Punkie Johnson (“SNL,” “Bottoms”), Brett Gray (“On My Block,” “Star Trek: Prodigy”), Roy Wood Jr. (“The Daily Show,” “Confess, Fletch”), and E.J. Bonilla (“The Old Man,” “Gemini Man”)
FKA Twigs, Sturgill Simpson to Star in New Thriller ‘The Lonely Woman’
Directed by Boy Harsher, the film also stars Chloë Sevigny and Bonnie "Prince" Billy
Treating love for work like a virtue can backfire on employees and teams
It's popular advice for new graduates: "Find a job you love, and you'll never work a day in your life." Love for one's work, Americans are often told, is the surest route to success.
Boar's Head cheese recalled over potential listeria contamination
The recall is categorized as a Class I, meaning exposure could result in serious health consequences or death.
Trump administration tried to sell Ukraine a diplomatic debacle
A flurry of recent diplomatic activity has seen two competing peace plans for Ukraine emerge. The first, widely touted as a US plan, was apparently hashed out between Kremlin insider Kirill Dmitriev and Steve Witkoff, President Donald Trump’s Russia point-man. The second,
Nvidia shares sink 4% after report of Meta in talks to spend billions on Google chips
Google could take as much as 10% of Nvidia’s annual revenue as a result of the deal, since Meta currently uses Nvidia’s graphics processing units, according to a report.
Steam’s Black Friday Sale Features A Lot Of Great 2025 Games You Still Don’t Have Time To Play
Blue Prince, Borderlands 4, Silent Hill f, Metal Eden, Oblivion Remastered, and Battlefield 6 are all cheaper than normal on Valve's digital store The post Steam’s Black Friday Sale Features A Lot Of Great 2025 Games You Still Don’t Have Time To Play appeared first on Kotaku .
Surprising twist: Chirality in polymers enhances conductivity after doping
A new study marks a significant step forward in positioning synthetic polymers as an alternative to expensive, unsustainable minerals used in the manufacture of devices such as conductors, transistors and diodes.
Wicked: For Good Is Taking The Popcorn Bucket Craze Too Damn Far
These aren’t even practical to eat out of, at this point The post Wicked: For Good Is Taking The Popcorn Bucket Craze Too Damn Far appeared first on Kotaku .
‘Rush Hour 4’ Shocker: Paramount in Talks to Distribute Brett Ratner Comeback Vehicle
Brett Ratner will direct the potential project, his first narrative feature since multiple allegations of sexual misconduct and harassment in 2017. The move comes after President Donald Trump reportedly pressured Larry Ellison, father of Paramount boss David Ellison, to make it
Duffy to Thanksgiving travelers: 'Maybe dress a little better'
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy on Monday encouraged airline passengers to be courteous ahead of the holiday season, emphasizing the importance of being well dressed. “How do we maintain maybe some of that frustration we have as we travel this Thanksgiving season? Maybe we
Peace talks: France and UK insist on multinational force for post-war Ukraine
France and the UK have reaffirmed their intention to put boots on the ground once Russia's war on Ukraine is over. "Real rock-solid guarantees are a necessity," said French President Emmanuel Macron.
DOGE Kills Shutdown Rumors, Vows to Continue Terrorizing Americans
The Department of Government Efficiency is claiming that they are still operational despite reports that the agency has disbanded. In a post on X Monday night, the account called a Reuters article reporting that the agency “doesn’t exist” with eight months remaining on its
ASUS ROG Strix G16 Gaming Laptop (RTX 5070) Crashes to a No-Margin Price as Amazon Clears Out 5-Star Bestsellers for Black Friday
Save 23% on this 2025 gaming laptop from Asus for a limited time over at Amazon. The post ASUS ROG Strix G16 Gaming Laptop (RTX 5070) Crashes to a No-Margin Price as Amazon Clears Out 5-Star Bestsellers for Black Friday appeared first on Kotaku .
Jay Shetty to Host Second Variety Faith & Spirituality in Entertainment Honors
Jay Shetty will host the second annual Variety Faith & Spirituality in Entertainment Honors, presented by the Coalition for Faith & Media, on Dec. 4 in Los Angeles — coinciding with the second annual Faith & Media Impact Report. The evening’s honorees include Bridget Everett,
Growing human organs for medical implants: New method gives human stem cells an edge in chimeric embryos
Scientists have discovered a method of helping human stem cells thrive in an animal embryo—a key development in efforts to grow human organs in animals for medical transplants.
Elton John Has Seven New Songs From Bernie Taupin He ‘Can’t Wait’ to Record
The musician, who hasn't put out a solo album with just Taupin's lyrics since 2016, said he's excited to return to the studio with Andrew Watt "and just write and see what happens"
‘Rush Hour 4’ in the Works at Paramount at Trump’s Request
“Rush Hour 4” is in the works, with Paramount on board to distribute the newest installment in the buddy-cop series. The long-gestating sequel is reportedly the beneficiary of some Oval Office intervention: President Donald had personally requested the studio to revive the
Eight EU countries face warning from the Commission over budget spending
Eight member states, including Spain, Hungary and the Netherlands, could face a formal reprimand from the European Commission in June if they do not take further action to stay within the EU’s public spending rules.
Earth system models overstate carbon removal: New findings suggest nitrogen fixation is 50% lower than thought
High levels of atmospheric carbon dioxide intensify climate change, but high carbon dioxide levels can also stimulate plant growth. Plant growth removes carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, partially mitigating the effects of climate change. However, plants only grow faster in
Ex-wife of Dubai royal says she fears arrest as custody battle escalates
Zeynab Javadli's ex-husband has lodged a criminal complaint with Dubai police, accusing her of kidnapping their three daughters.
The PC Gamer handheld gaming PC gift guide
Gift ideas for you or someone you know that's gaming on-the-go.
‘NCIS: Origins’ Sets Shea Buckner to Play Young Dwayne Pride
“NCIS: Origins” has set Shea Buckner to play young Dwayne Pride, the role that was originated by Scott Bakula in “NCIS” before kicking off the spinoff series “NCIS: New Orleans,” which he starred in for seven seasons from 2014 to 2021. Buckner will appear in the role in one
