The Helldivers 2 Community Is Melting Down And Attempts To Quell the Outrage Have Only Pissed Them Off More

A Q&A post from Arrowhead about lingering concerns has, ironically, just upset fans even more

Newsom launches California program to provide free diapers to newborns in state

California will become the first state to provide free diapers to newborns starting this summer under a new program announced by Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) on Friday. Under the “Golden State Start” initiative, every newborn in the state will receive 400 diapers when they are

Owen Hunt Has Left ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ — Here Are 7 of His Worst Moments

After 18 seasons, Dr. Owen Hunt is finally leaving Grey Sloan Memorial, and honestly, the hospital will probably be fine. Kevin McKidd, who joined “Grey’s Anatomy” in Season 5 in 2008, departed the ABC medical drama alongside Kim Raver in the Season 22 finale, which aired on

As Networks and Streamers Head to the Upfronts, They Have Plenty to Tout — And Just As Many Needs

The networks may now take a backseat to larger conglomerate sales at the upfronts, but what they’re showing between ads — the actual programs — still matters. Of course, these days that mostly means live sports. Entertainment fare is facing reduced shelf space in primetime, and

Arrowhead addresses the Helldivers 2 community as recent Steam reviews slump to Mostly Negative: 'We want to be clearer about what we're working on and what's coming next'

Multi-week campaigns, new vehicles, and more red stratagems are all apparently in the works.

The Makers Of Mixtape Break Down The Game’s Music Track-By-Track

What makes a good soundtrack for a friend group’s last day together?

Strong start for the hosts in Astana

The Qazaqstan Barysy Grand Slam opened in style in Astana, with packed stands and top-level judo. Sukhbat Byambasuren, Amber Gersjes, Blandine Pont, Abdurakhim Nutfulloev and Faiza Mokdar all took gold, while Kazakhstan celebrated two medals on day one.

Shell-shocked Democrats scramble after Virginia redistricting whiplash

Shell-shocked Democrats are scrambling to pick up the pieces after the Virginia Supreme Court quashed a new map designed to help them seize control of the House in November’s midterms. The decision immediately eliminates four House seats that were expected to flip to the

Joni Lamb, who co-founded one of the largest Christian TV networks, dead at 65

Lamb had been suffering from serious health issues before sustaining a back injury that caused her health to deteriorate, Daystar Television Network said.

Here is Yarbo’s promise to fix the robot mower that ran me over

Yesterday, I told you how a hacker ran me over with a robot lawn mower. We explained how thousands of these bladed Chinese robots, made by Yarbo, could be hijacked with ease - exposing people's GPS coordinates, Wi-Fi passwords, email addresses, and more to any casual hacker who

Psychedelic Furs Cancel Spring and Summer Tour Dates Due to ‘Serious Medical Issue’

New wave music fans will have to wait a little longer to get Pretty in Pink as The Psychedelic Furs have cancelled their spring and summer tour dates due to a “serious medical issue in the band.” “One of our band members is undergoing urgent surgery. We are rescheduling select

Alzheimer's study finds link between breakfast staple and reduced risk of disease

A study from researchers at Loma Linda University in California suggests a specific nutrient-rich food — fairly frequently — could be linked to lower risk of Alzheimer’s disease among older adults.

Trial Date Set for Man Accused of Stealing Hard Drives Containing Unreleased Beyoncé Music

Kelvin Evans, who pleaded not guilty to theft charges, is accused of lifting hard drives containing singer's music and tour plans from a rental car in Atlanta last summer

A View From the Easel

“Rome has Michelangelo. We have the mountain.”

Ukraine War rains on Putin’s parade

Russia’s inability to conquer Ukraine is spurring unusually harsh public complaints over both the lack of military progress and the growing economic costs of the war, a pair of failures being blamed on President Vladimir Putin’s leadership. The damage caused by bombardments by

Someone in a private forum I belong to mentioned fountain...

Someone in a private forum I belong to mentioned fountain pens and thus I became acquainted with the role of a nibmeister , a person who can remake the nib of your pen more to your liking (different angle, better flow, etc).

DOJ seeks to strip US citizenship from diplomat who spied for Cuba

The Trump administration is seeking to revoke the U.S. citizenship of a former diplomat who admitted to being a spy for the Cuban government. The Justice Department filed a complaint against former U.S. Ambassador Victor Manuel Rocha in the Southern District of Florida on

‘Devil Wears Prada 2’ Salaries: How Meryl Streep Landed a $12.5 Million Payday With Big Bonuses – and Shared the Wealth with Anne Hathaway and Emily Blunt (EXCLUSIVE)

The women of “The Devil Wears Prada 2” are clacking their stilettos all the way to the bank. As the sequel to the iconic fashion film continues to rake in cash across the globe — $300 million in box office and counting — multiple sources told Variety what the triumvirate of

Cannes Film Festival Marks the Start of a New Era for Anonymous Content: ‘The Very Best Cinema Reminds Us of Our Humanity’

The Cannes Film Festival is a big moment on the calendar for any film company fortunate enough to have a film in contention at the glitzy fest. For Anonymous Content, the arrival of Cannes marks the start of a new chapter for the company under president and CEO Darren Walker.

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Trump announces three-day ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia

US President Donald Trump says he hopes the temporary truce will lead to a long-term deal to end Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

WGA West Reaches a Deal to End Staff Union Strike

The Writers Guild of America West has reached a tentative deal with its staff union to end a lengthy strike, which became an unwanted distraction during negotiations with the major studios. The Writers Guild Staff Union announced that the deal includes minimum 12% raises over

Adam Lambert on New Single ‘Eat U Alive,’ Forthcoming Album ‘Adam,’ and Harking Back to the ’90s for ‘the Sweet Spot in Blending Electronic With Alternative Rock’ (EXCLUSIVE)

Adam Lambert sounds carnivorous, and more than a little carnal, in his new single, “Eat U Alive,” which just came out Friday. But what he’s hungered after most in his recent music-making is the spirit he thinks best thrived in the ’90s and early 2000s, when there was an easy

PlayStation sees AI as a 'powerful tool,' teams including Naughty Dog, San Diego Studio already using it

'Within our studios, game developers are automating repetitive workflows, improving software engineering productivity, and accelerating areas like quality assurance, 3D modeling, and animation through new, AI-powered tools.'

‘Mortal Kombat II’ Star Max Huang on Jackie Chan, Kung Lao and the Spirit Behind the Movement: ‘It’s Not About What Punch or Kick You Do – It’s About How You Do It’

The plan was simple, if audacious. Max Huang had prepared a showreel, traveled to a Berlin red carpet, and waited six hours for Jackie Chan to arrive. Chan, surrounded by bodyguards, was unreachable. So when Jaden Smith wandered over to sign autographs, Huang handed the reel to

The 5 Best Songs Of The Week

Every week the Stereogum staff chooses the five best new songs of the week. The eligibility period begins and ends Thursdays right before midnight. You can hear this week’s picks below and on Stereogum’s Favorite New Music Spotify playlist, which is updated weekly. (An expanded

Trump announces 3-day ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine

President Trump said Friday that Russia and Ukraine have agreed to a three-day ceasefire over the weekend, which includes a prisoner swap. The ceasefire will last from May 9-11, Trump wrote on Truth Social. The pause in fighting is for Russia’s Victory Day celebrations. “The

Marathon's struggles lead Sony to take $560 million loss on Bungie

Sony's acquisition of Bungie isn't paying off. As Marathon struggles and Destiny 2 flails, the PlayStation company reveals big losses on Bungie.

‘Yellowstone’ Star Kelly Reilly Teases a Potential ‘Marshals’ Crossover Ahead of ‘Dutton Ranch’ Spinoff Premiere

Ahead of the premiere of the “Yellowstone” spinoff “Dutton Ranch,” star Kelly Reilly is making it known that she wouldn’t be opposed to a crossover with “Marshals,” another spinoff that focuses on Kayce Dutton (Luke Grimes). In an interview with People, Reilly, who plays Beth

Studio Behind EVE Online Changes Name To Avoid Confusion With Chinese Communist Party

The Icelandic studio and publisher now has a new name, Fenris Creations, as it begins a new era

Another SoCal city aims to ban self-checkout lanes, following moves in Long Beach and Costa Mesa

California shoppers may soon find there's no such thing as a quick getaway at self-checkout.

Rogan: UFO file dump could be distraction from Iran war that's 'not going very well'

Podcaster Joe Rogan questioned GOP Rep. Tim Burchett (Tenn.) about the motives behind the Trump administration’s decision to release new government files about UFOs amid the Iran war. The Pentagon released a trove of UFO-related files on Friday, after President Trump directed

OnlyFans to sell 16% stake to Architect Capital at $3B valuation

The company said the deal includes a $535 million investment that will help the revolutionary porn site create new financial services for its creators, “who are often underserved by traditional financial institutions and products.”

Judge schedules criminal trial for James Comey for July 15

A federal judge on Friday set a July 15 trial date for former FBI Director James Comey on his new criminal charges of threatening President Trump. U.S. District Judge Louise Flanagan, who will oversee the trial, also agreed that Comey doesn’t have to make the trek to her North

How much further does this Teflon market have to go? Here's what traders say

Traders on prediction markets platform Kalshi place a more than 50% chance that the S&P 500 crosses 8,000 in 2026.

Rubio talks to Meloni and Tajani about US, Italian and EU relations: from the Iran war to Trump's tariffs

The US Secretary of State in talks in Rome with Meloni and Tajani. The Italian minister reiterated his readiness for a mission to Hormuz after the war and Trump's no to tariffs. Rubio promised developments in negotiations with Iran and that "not being able to count" on Allies

Louisiana urges Supreme Court to uphold order blocking mailing of abortion pill

Louisiana officials in a court filing urged the Supreme Court to leave in place an order from a lower court that blocks women nationwide from obtaining a widely used abortion medication through the mail. The Trump administration, trying to straddle the line on abortion, was

Wowsabout!

PBS Kids and The Jim Henson Company have collaborated on a kids special called Wowsabout! that focuses on the experience of wonder. Wowsabout is rooted in a rich curriculum developed by Dr. Dacher Keltner, one of the world’s foremost emotion scientists and author of “AWE: The

Jeffrey Epstein Compared Himself to Alfalfa. Then He Quoted ‘Little Rascals’ in His Suicide Note

Newly unsealed documents reveal the disgraced financier had been using a catchphrase from a 1931 ‘Our Gang’ short for years before it appeared in his purported final note.

Collaged Denim Sculptures by Nick Doyle Unravel American Mythology

"The world's image of America has changed, but our country's nostalgia for itself is making us late to the party." 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

Dua Lipa Brings ‘Radical Optimism’ to Tame Impala’s London Show

The pop star came out to sing "Houdini" and Tame Impala's "After Thought" on Thursday night

Imogen Poots, John Reynolds to Star in Amazon Series ‘Sex Criminals’

Imogen Poots and John Reynolds are set for the lead role in the upcoming Amazon Prime Video series “Sex Criminals.” The series, which is based on the comic book of the same name, was originally announced in January with an eight-episode order. The official logline states, “Suze

Trump and the Supreme Court Are Crushing Black Political Power

You can watch this episode of Right Now With Perry Bacon above or by following this show on YouTube or Substack . In the wake of the U.S. Supreme Court’s Louisiana v. Callais ruling , states in the South are rushing to eliminate their majority-Black congressional districts.

DOGE used ChatGPT in a way that was both dumb and illegal, judge rules

The Department of Government Efficiency's cancellation of over $100 million in grants was unconstitutional, according to a ruling on Thursday. In the 143-page decision, US District Judge Colleen McMahon cites DOGE's process for eliminating grants, which involved using ChatGPT

Jane Street, one of Wall Street’s most secretive firms, hauled in whopping $16B in trading revenue — here’s how

It further cemented its position at the top of the world of high-frequency trading ahead of Wall Street's top investment banks.

Microsoft might be all-in on OpenAI now, but back in 2018 thought it was just 'motivated by a need to show how Al can crush humans'

"We don't want 'machines beating humans' and are not supportive of any push on this."

Myanmar says giant 11,000-carat ruby found in Mogok could rank among most valuable

A huge 11,000-carat ruby has been discovered in Myanmar, state media reported Friday, one of the largest ever found in the country renowned for its precious gemstones.

Plants evolved distinct functions for two forms of a fundamental signaling molecule, study shows

The molecule cAMP, which plays essential roles in mammalian cells, is less well understood in plants. In a new Science Advances paper, researchers from the Institute of Science and Technology Austria (ISTA) and international collaborators demonstrate that plants use two forms

NBC Picks Up Jake Johnson Detective Comedy and Jamie Lee Curtis Rom-Com ‘Newlyweds’

NBC has given series orders to two comedy pilots — a detective show starring Jake Johnson and a rom-com from Jamie Lee Curtis. An untitled therapist comedy starring Jane Lynch and Katey Segal is not moving forward at the network. Little is known about “Sunset P.I.” other than

Antarctica sea ice collapse driven by triple whammy of climate chaos, scientists find

Antarctica is being ravaged by a triple-whammy of climate chaos that has melted sea ice to record lows, a new study has revealed. For decades, the frozen wilderness at the bottom of the world defied global warming trends, with ice levels actually growing—until 2015 when it