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The three-part docuseries arrives on Netflix on May 30
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Popular kids retailer Carter’s to close multiple California stores in huge overhaul
The downsizing comes as the company grapples with mounting financial pressure.
Sen. Tim Scott ‘praying’ Jerome Powell leaves Fed this month — and hints chairman has an agenda by staying on
"Honestly, I think it's going to be his decision … but I do think he's maybe just poking the president in the eye a little bit."
Rita Wilson Joins HBO Max Pilot ‘How to Survive Without Me’
Rita Wilson has joined the cast of the HBO Max drama pilot “How to Survive Without Me” in a series regular role, Variety has learned. Wilson will appear alongside previously announced cast members Ray Romano, Joshua Jackson, Kaley Cuoco, Julia Schlaepfer, Jack Ball, Kylar
Trump, Xi likely to discuss Taiwan next week, U.S. says
WASHINGTON, May 5 - Taiwan is likely to be a topic of conversation between U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping when they meet next week, said Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
Microsoft gives up on Xbox Copilot AI
Xbox is "winding down Copilot on mobile" and "will stop development of Copilot on console," new Xbox CEO Asha Sharma announced on Tuesday. The move follows Sharma's reorganization of the Xbox platform team earlier on Tuesday, which added executives from Microsoft's CoreAI team
McDonald’s biggest US rival shutters over 700 restaurants
McDonald’s is one step closer to reigning king in the US after its top rival shuttered hundreds of restaurants last year.
Brooklyn Film Festival Unveils 2026 Lineup Featuring 134 Films (EXCLUSIVE)
The Brooklyn Film Festival has set the lineup for its 29th edition, themed “The Invitation,” with 134 films, including 36 world premieres, set to screen from May 29 through June 7 across venues in Fort Greene, Greenpoint and Williamsburg. This year’s program spans 30 countries
Movie Posters by Eric Rohman
Some nice work here from Swedish designer Eric Rohman, who designed thousands of movie posters in the early-to-mid 20th century. (via meanwhile ) Tags: design · Eric Rohman · movie posters · movies
Dead Kennedys Share Jello Biafra Health Update Following His Stroke
Dead Kennedys founder Jello Biafra, born Eric Reed Boucher, suffered a hemorrhagic stroke two months ago, reportedly brought on by high blood pressure. At the time, his record label Alternative Tentacles shared this statement from Biafra, 67, via his social media accounts: The
Inexpensive material compresses light, paving the way for photonic microcircuits in the terahertz range
A two-dimensional lamellar crystal composed of atomically thin layers of lead iodide (PbI2) could be used to manufacture a new generation of circuits that use light and mechanical vibrations (rather than electrons) to transmit information in the terahertz frequency range.
Apple could let you pick a favorite AI model in iOS 27
The next update to Apple's operating systems could allow users to choose their preferred AI model for running Apple Intelligence. According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, Apple is planning to allow third-party chatbots to power its AI features system-wide in iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and
Delta cutting free snacks, drinks on hundreds of flights
Delta Air Lines will soon end its free snack and drink service for most passengers on flights under 350 miles. The change comes amid growing cost pressures on the airline industry amid the war in Iran, which has spurred rising airfares and increased fees for checked bags and
Amazon Warns ‘Summer I Turned Pretty’ Fans Not to Visit Movie Set or Share Filming Locations: ‘We’re Working Hard to Create a Protected Bubble’
Amazon is asking “The Summer I Turned Pretty” viewers to respect the cast and crew’s privacy at this time, as some fans have been visiting the sets of the upcoming movie and sharing filming locations on social media amid production beginning last month in North Carolina. Photos
Trump Pressures FDA to Approve Flavored Vapes as Youth Support Tanks
President Trump is pushing the Food and Drug Administration to approve flavored vapes as his approval rating with young people continues to tumble. The Wall Street Journal reported that Trump expressed frustration with FDA Commissioner Marty Makary on the phone over the
Tomodachi Life: Living The Dream: The Kotaku Review
The long-awaited life-sim sequel makes significant improvements on the original, but its focus on customization comes at the cost of conflict and content
Rand Paul pushes for Fauci indictment before statute of limitations expires
Sen. Rand Paul (R-Ky.) on Tuesday called for Anthony Fauci, former longtime director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), to be indicted for what the senator claimed was his lying under oath about gain-of-function research. "6 days from now, on
'I thought he was going to hit me' OpenAI co-founder says of Musk
Brockman spoke during the second week of a month-long trial between Musk and OpenAI's Sam Altman.
Tiny eggs may explain why ammonites vanished while nautiloids survived asteroid aftermath
Some of the most beautiful creatures to grace the ancient seas, the ammonites, disappeared in the end-Cretaceous mass extinction that finished off the dinosaurs 65.5 million years ago. "It's a tragic story, because this incredibly diverse group made it through multiple mass
The lasting appeal of homeschooling: What motivated families to continue after schools reopened post‑pandemic
When schools abruptly closed their doors at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in the spring of 2020, millions of students unexpectedly started learning at home, with or without the help of Zoom lessons.
At 90, Printmaker Mohammad Omer Khalil Gets His Due
The New York-based Sudanese artist looks back on a lifetime of experimentation in a multi-city retrospective.
Ten civilian sailors have died in Strait of Hormuz, Rubio says
WASHINGTON, May 5 (Reuters) - Ten civilian sailors have died due to the ongoing conflict in the Strait of Hormuz, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio told reporters on Tuesday. Speaking at the White House, Rubio said the U.S. would continue to deploy its assets to defend
Pritzker accuses Trump of setting 'a tone where political violence is OK'
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker (D) accused President Trump of allowing an environment of “political violence” to persist in an interview released Tuesday. “Look, our leaders set the tone in this country, and I think that the President of the United States has set a tone where
Iran has attacked US forces more than 10 times since ceasefire announced: Caine
Gen. Dan Caine, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, said Tuesday that the Iranian military has attacked U.S. forces more than 10 times since the two sides agreed to a ceasefire on April 7. “Since the ceasefire was announced, Iran has fired at commercial vessels nine
Must-See May Shows in NYC
Venice is great, but we’ve got amazing art at home. Plus, a celebration of NY’s first Arabic-speaking community, Duchamp, Édouard Glissant, and more.
Rubio: US to propose UN Security Council resolution calling for opening of Strait of Hormuz
The Trump administration is pushing a resolution at the United Nations Security Council condemning Iran's effective shutting down of the Strait of Hormuz and calling for open passage on the critical maritime route, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Tuesday. The resolution
AI is showing up in court cases, but only a human jury can grapple with the moral weight of assessing guilt
"Mercy," a film released in January 2026, depicts a dystopian Los Angeles in the near future: a city riddled with violence, homelessness, and civic disorder. California's response is to set up the Mercy Capital Court, run entirely by an AI bot that goes by the name Judge
As sargassum floods Florida beaches, researchers uncover new use as food-grade ingredient
As record-breaking amounts of sargassum seaweed drift toward Florida's shores, researchers at Florida International University are exploring how the coastal nuisance could become a valuable ingredient in everyday foods.
Medieval jaw reveals Scotland's first known dental bridge made from 20-carat gold
Without good dental care, teeth tend to suffer. An abundance of archaeological evidence has shown that poor oral health was common throughout history. And unsurprisingly, there have been many attempts at dental restoration throughout history, as well. Now, archaeologists have
Hantavirus ship evacuees to be taken to Netherlands but timeline unclear, cruise line says
The ship has been at the centre of an international health scare since Saturday after it was revealed that the rare disease was suspected of being behind the deaths of three of its passengers.
‘Pan’s Labyrinth’ and ‘The Fast and the Furious’ in Cannes Classics’ Lineup
The festival's program of restored masterpieces and rediscoveries includes Andrzej Wajda's 'Man of Iron' (1981), Ken Russell's 'The Devils' (1971) and Chen Kaige's 'Farewell My Concubine' (1993).
The official trailer for Christopher Nolan’s The...
The official trailer for Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey was just released. Really looking forward to this.
Rare Keith Haring Self-Portrait and Other Intimate Works Go on View in NYC
Paintings, furniture, and photos that the artist gifted to his childhood best friend are being exhibited ahead of an auction at Sotheby's.
I Love This Frog-Based Musical Deckbuilder Made By Theater Kids, For Theater Kids
Bonnie Bear Saves Frog Time is a surprisingly fun little strategy game wrapped up in an adorable and earnest musical theater performance
Audrey Beth Davis, Longtime Entertainment Publicist, Dies at 82
Audrey Beth Davis, a retired longtime entertainment publicist, died of natural causes on May 1 in Pennsylvania. She was 82. Davis was born on October 17, 1943, in Brooklyn, N.Y. and graduated from Brooklyn’s Midwood High School in 1960. She began her career working for Goodson
‘Apex,’ ‘Man on Fire’ Top Netflix Global Charts; Peter Chernin’s North Road First Indie Studio to Claim No. 1 Film and Series on Streamer
Peter Chernin is churning out the hits. The former News Corp. chairman and veteran Hollywood producer notched an impressive record this week, as his North Road Company and its portfolio divisions produced the number one film and series on Netflix’s global viewing charts.
Another House Republican is under the microscope for alleged sexual misconduct
Some senior GOP lawmakers have been concerned for months about accusations surrounding Rep. Chuck Edwards.
James Murdoch in talks to buy New York Magazine and Vox’s podcast unit: reports
James Murdoch's Lupa Systems is reportedly in advanced talks to buy Vox Media's New York Magazine and podcast division -- potentially a major shakeup in the fraught digital media industry.
‘Man on Fire’ Debuts With 11 Million Views in Four Days on Netflix
“Man on Fire” was the most-watched TV series on Netflix during the week of April 27 to May 3, racking up 11 million views in its first four days of availability after its April 30 premiere. The Charlize Theron-led thriller “Apex” was the most-watched title across all of Netflix
Taiwan minister’s visit to Spratlys: a page out of China’s ‘gray zone’ playbook
Using the coast guard, not the navy, in operations at disputed Taiping Island avoids escalation, analysts said.
Ravnica changed Magic: The Gathering forever 20 years ago
Two decades ago, the Ravnica block concluded with Dissension. The way Magic players talk about the game has never been the same since.
Hokum director Damian McCarthy reveals how he's remake his first movie today
Damian McCarthy still wants another shot at Caveat
Massive marine heat wave caused Caribbean coral reefs to collapse much faster than predicted
For decades, coral reefs throughout the Caribbean have been suffering from disease, pollution, overfishing and rising sea temperatures, yet most have continued to grow—until now.
Why isolated human groups speak more diverse languages even as genetic diversity shrinks
Languages and human DNA both capture aspects of human diversity. But how are they related? A new international study led by the University of Zurich finds a clear but counterintuitive pattern: regions with high genetic diversity tend to have more similar languages, while
Fruit Flies: Masters of Hypergravity
These insects not only survived gravity four times stronger than Earth’s, they thrived The post Fruit Flies: Masters of Hypergravity appeared first on Nautilus .
LISTEN: How Gen Z and Gen Alpha are Saving Moviegoing; 10 Questions With Colin Hanks and Ryan Reynolds
On today’s episode of “Daily Variety” podcast, we hear from top movie marketers who discuss the uptick in Gen Z and Gen Alpha moviegoing that is helping to drive this spring’s strong box office. And Variety’s Michael Schneider brings us a bonkers “10 Questions With” Colin Hanks
Trump’s Revenge Cases Derail Crucial Justice Department Office
The Miami U.S. attorney’s office is in turmoil. The legal office has steered resources away from criminal cases in order to aid Donald Trump’s personal revenge tour, Bloomberg reported Tuesday. The decision to explicitly aid Trump’s agenda has triggered a mass exodus of staff,
Nearly 6 in 10 Americans think prices will be higher a year from now: Poll
Nearly 6 in 10 Americans believe prices will be higher than they are today a year from now, according to a new poll. In the survey from The Economist/YouGov, 59 percent said they believe prices are set to be “higher" than they currently are in 12 months. Fifteen percent said
House progressives knock DCCC for picking sides in contested primary
House progressives in leadership positions knocked the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC) — their own campaign arm — on Monday for endorsing a candidate in a contested primary. The Congressional Progressive Caucus PAC (CPC PAC) publicly took issue with the DCCC
Plantiff in Case That Destroyed Voting Rights Act Exposed as Jan. 6er
The Supreme Court’s gutting of the Voting Rights Act last week came about thanks to a conspiracy theorist who participated in the Capitol insurrection on January 6, 2021. Democracy Docket reports that Phillip “Bert” Callais, the lead plaintiff in Louisiana v. Callais , has long
