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Chapterhouse Announce First North American Tour In 16 Years
In September, the Slideaway 2026 festival lineup revealed that Chapterhouse were reuniting for their first show since 2010. Since then, they've announced tours in the UK and Latin America to celebrate 35 years of their 1991 LP Whirlpool . Now, the shoegaze OGs are announcing
Turkey's Erdogan says Israel's recognition of Somaliland benefits nobody
ANKARA, Feb 17 (Reuters) - Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan said on Tuesday that Israel's recognition of the breakaway Republic of Somaliland would not benefit Somaliland or the region. In December, Erdogan had said Israel's decision to formally recognise Somaliland, a northern
Smile, one of the decade's best horror franchises, is streaming on Hulu
One of the 2020s' best horror movies, Smile, is now on Hulu. Parker Finn’s chilling horror blends trauma and terror in a bold franchise-starter.
Ezri Dax returns to Star Trek Online to face a Lovecraftian threat
Nicole de Boer voices Captain Ezri Dax and an alternate universe version of her Deep Space Nine character
The pros and cons of Knight of the Seven Kingdoms' pre-finale flashback
Episode 5 of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms committed a familiar sin. Did we need to see Dunk's childhood in "In the Name of the Mother"? We debate.
Ethan Hawke Says “I’m All For” Fight Against Fascism
‘The Weight’ star at a Berlinale presser discussed the role of film artists in battling against the rise of the far right in Europe and the U.S.
The White House is a radioactive crater in Fallout 3 because there were no quests there, so why build it? 'It is our version of [Indiana Jones] shooting the guy rather than pulling out his whip and going into a fight'
"There was no gameplay around the White House."
Four suspects arrested in killing of French far-right activist in Lyon
The incident has fuelled tensions between the far right and hard left ahead of municipal elections in March and the presidential election next year.
Thundercat – “She Knows Too Much” (Feat. Mac Miller)
Next month, the starry-eyed space-funk bass astronaut Thundercat will return with Distracted, his first album in six years. We’ve already posted the Lil Yachty collab “I Did This To Myself,” and the LP also has appearances from A$AP Rocky, Tame Impala, WILLOW, and Channel Tres.
France’s Canal+ Hosts ‘Cinema for Peace’ Broadcast Event With ‘Les Enfants de Gaza’ Documentary and Live Debate
French pay TV channel Canal+ will be hosting a Cinema for Peace broadcast event on primetime Tuesday evening (Feb. 17), kicking off with Loris Lai’s “Les Enfants de Gaza: Les Vagues de la Liberté” (“How Kids Roll”), followed by a live debate with the film’s two leads. Directed
Report: Escapist And Other Gaming Sites Slash Staff As Gambling Firm ‘Pivots To AI’
The peculiarly shy company has been buying up gaming sites and turning them into gambling sites for years
Romanian finance minister backs Eurobonds and 'Made in Europe' in competitiveness drive
Minister Alexandru Nazare also supports the more controversial E6 club of economic heavyweights, saying if it succeeds, it's a "good thing" for Europe.
Martin Scorsese Joins ‘Star Wars’ for ‘Mandalorian and Grogu’ Voice Role
Martin Scorsese is venturing to a galaxy far, far away. The legendary director has a voice role in this summer’s “Star Wars” tentpole “The Mandalorian and Grogu.” A continuation of the hit Disney+ series “The Mandalorian,” the movie follows Din Djarin (aka Mando) and Grogu (né
US Ambassador to Belgium accuses Belgian authorities of antisemitism in the case of legal proceedings against mohalim
US Ambassador to Belgium Bill White US Ambassador Bill White openly accuses Belgian authorities of anti-Semitism following legal proceedings against three mohalim (Jewis circumcisers) in Antwerp. He directly challenged Belgian Health Minister Frank Vandenbroucke and demanded
Over the Garden Wall, Cartoon Network's best show ever, finally coming to Blu-ray
Over the Garden Wall's Blu-ray release date is soon. What about the special features, though?
Two-Month-Old Baby in ICE Detention Taken to Hospital
A 2-month-old baby at an ICE detention center in Texas had to be hospitalized late Monday night because a doctor wasn’t available at the facility. Juan Nicolás, held at the South Texas Family Residential Center in Dilley, 71 miles from San Antonio, has been suffering from
Hillary Clinton on Epstein connection: 'We have no links'
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton told the BBC that she and her husband, former President Clinton, have “no links” to Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell. “We have no links,” the former first lady said in an interview published Tuesday. “We have a very clear record
The 19 richest Americans hold more than 2% of the total...
The 19 richest Americans hold more than 2% of the total US holdhold wealth. That figure has roughly doubled in the past 5-6 years. “The pace at which US wealth concentration is rising is simply staggering.”
Trump's NATO ambassador knocks Ocasio-Cortez over Munich appearance
U.S. Ambassador to NATO Matthew Whitaker on Tuesday knocked Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) over her appearance at the Munich Security Conference last week, saying she does not have a response to President Trump's "very clear articulation" and international successes.
Greene: Loomer 'divisiveness,' 'manufactured bulls‑‑‑' have been 'great' for Trump
Former Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) hit back at conservative influencer Laura Loomer on social media Tuesday after Loomer said she expected Greene to “do nothing but attack President Trump” through the midterms in November. “I have to admit I was wrong when I warned
Scientists raise 300,000 surfclams offshore, proving open-ocean aquaculture can work
Rutgers researchers have made a discovery that could change the future of seafood farming in New Jersey. A study led by marine scientist Daphne Munroe has shown that Atlantic surfclams can be successfully farmed in the open ocean. Her research, published in the North American
Ethan Hawke on if Stars Should Speak Out About Politics: ‘The Last Place You Probably Want to Look’ Is a ‘Bunch of Jet-Lagged, Drunk Artists’
Ethan Hawke weighed in on the current political debate at this year’s Berlin Film Festival, pointing out that “jet-lagged, drunk artists” may not be the best people to look to for guidance. During the press conference for his new historical drama “The Weight,” the
Prehistoric fossil poses puzzles in shark research
A newly examined prehistoric shark from the age of dinosaurs provides surprising insights into the early evolution of modern sharks. It cannot be confidently assigned to any shark order that exists today and thus calls into question previous assumptions about the evolution of
FCC commissioner condemns 'censorship' following Stephen Colbert comments on Talarico interview
A Federal Communications Commission (FCC) member is going after Paramount over the company's apparent decision to bar CBS late night host Stephen Colbert from airing an interview with Texas Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico. "This is yet another troubling example of
Bad Bunny Continues Winning Streak with First Solo Number One on ‘Billboard’ 100 With ‘DtMF’
The feat comes after the Latin superstar’s historic run at the 2026 Grammys and Super Bowl halftime show
New Mexico lawmakers launching Epstein ranch investigation
Lawmakers in New Mexico unanimously approved new legislation on Monday that authorizes a probe into the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein’s Zorro Ranch, located 30 miles from Santa Fe. The legislation creates a special committee of state representatives including two from
Everyone's a winner: Sony World Photography Awards 2026 Open Competition
The Sony World Photography Awards have announced the winners of this year's Open competition which recognises the best single image taken across ten categories ranging from architecture, lifestyle, wildlife and travel.
State censorship shapes how Chinese chatbots respond to sensitive political topics, study suggests
Chinese chatbots may be censored by the state, according to a study published in PNAS Nexus. China has a robust program of censorship and all China-originating LLMs must be approved by the Chinese government before release.
Miley Cyrus to Return for ‘Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special,’ March Release Set on Disney+
Miley Cyrus is returning to her Disney roots, with the celebrated singer officially set to take part in the “Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special” on Disney+. ‘“Hannah Montana’ will always be a part of who I am. What started as a TV show became a shared experience that
Your office is designed for men — 4 things women need to work comfortably
Your office setup is crucial for being as productive as possible — and it turns out men have the advantage.
Indie Game Engine Manager Says Getting Bombarded With AI Slop Is ‘Increasingly Draining And Demoralizing’
Godot is a competitor to Unity that's open source
Q&A: What is Lunar New Year?
The new moon on Feb. 17 marks the start of the Lunar New Year, a celebration originating in China that today is celebrated around the world. According to the Chinese zodiac, 2026 is the year of the Fire Horse, symbolizing energy and passion.
Halved tariffs should benefit Scotch whisky exports to China
For more than a decade, China has been one of the most important growth engines for western luxury brands. From fashion and watches to fine wines and spirits, rising incomes and global exposure have fueled an extraordinary appetite for premium products. Scotch whisky has been a
Dolphin Entertainment Looks to Expand Online Capital Raising for Creators and Influencers Through Partnership With DealMaker
Dolphin Entertainment has teamed with online capital raising platform DealMaker in an effort to rev up financing alternatives for celebrity-led consumer and lifestyle brands. The pact calls for Dolphin to work with New York-based DealMaker to develop products and ideas that
Iranians chant slogans against supreme leader at memorials for slain protesters
Iranians shouted slogans against the leader of the Islamic republic on Tuesday as they gathered to commemorate protesters killed in a crackdown on nationwide demonstrations that rights groups said left thousands dead, according to videos verified by AFP. The country's clerical
Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band Announce ‘Land of Hope and Dreams’ American Tour
Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band have announced the 20-date ‘Land of Hope and Dreams’ tour, which will make its way across America this spring. The tour dates, which apparently leaked in advance of the announcement, will kick off on March 31 at Minneapolis’ Target
Scientists want to put a super laser on the moon
An ultrastable laser could enable extremely precise timing and navigation on the moon, and the cold, dark craters near the lunar poles would be the ideal location for it
World's smallest QR code, read via electron microscope, earns Guinness recognition
Just how small can a QR code be? Small enough that it can only be recognized with an electron microscope. A research team at TU Wien, working together with the data storage technology company Cerabyte, has now demonstrated exactly that. The QR code covers an area of just 1.98
‘Ghosts’ Adds John Michael Higgins and Emmy Winner Jeff Hiller as Guest Stars (EXCLUSIVE)
CBS’s hit comedy “Ghosts” has added John Michael Higgins and recent Emmy winner Jeff Hiller to its guest cast this spring. Higgins will play Paul, described as “a high-status, well-mannered representative from a prestigious list of small luxury hotels who comes to Woodstone to
Some snakes lack the ‘hunger hormone.’ Experts are hungry to know why
The complex biology of ghrelin, the hunger hormone, has researchers wondering how its absence helps snakes last a long time with no food, if at all.
Morgan Jay Announces Greek Theatre Show With Cheeky Promo Video (EXCLUSIVE)
Morgan Jay has added another stop in his Goofy Guy Tour. The guitar-slinging stand-up comedian will perform at the Greek Theatre on Sept. 12, marking his biggest show in Los Angeles to date. An artist presale will take place on Feb. 18 at 10 a.m. PT, followed by a general on
CBS ‘Censorship’ of Stephen Colbert Slammed by Democratic FCC Commissioner as Latest ‘Corporate Capitulation’ to Trump Administration
Stephen Colbert said CBS’s legal department spiked his interview with a Democratic candidate for the U.S. Senate because of the FCC chairman’s recent warning that the agency would pursue enforcement of “equal time” rules on late-night and daytime talk shows. The FCC’s sole
Bruce Springsteen And The E Street Band Announce 2026 US Tour “In Celebration And In Defense Of America”
Bruce Springsteen has been vocal about his anti-ICE stance in recent months, telling them to " get the fuck out of Minneapolis " at Asbury Park's Light Of Day WinterFest, releasing an anti-ICE protest song called " Streets Of Minneapolis ," and performing it at Tom Morello's
Trump Energy Secretary Boasts About Billions in Stolen Oil
Energy Secretary Chris Wright is attempting to repackage America’s illegal efforts to seize and sell Venezuela’s oil as an act of “out-of-the-box” diplomacy. Some might just call it piracy. Speaking on Fox News Tuesday, Wright boasted that the United States had already sold an
New Star Wars: The Mandalorian And Grogu Trailer Features Clone Wars Bounty Hunter, Creepy Aliens, And…Martin Scorsese
The first Star Wars movie in while looks goofy in a good way and is arriving in theaters in May
Colman Domingo to Receive President’s Award at NAACP Image Awards
Emmy winner and Oscar and Tony nominee Colman Domingo will be presented with the President’s Award at this year’s NAACP Image Awards. Domingo — who won the Emmy for his work on HBO’s “Euphoria” and will next portray Joe Jackson in the upcoming Lionsgate movie “Michael,” among a
Stephen Colbert rips CBS for pulling interview with Trump critic James Talarico over regulatory concerns: ‘FCC you’
"Let's just call this what it is: Donald Trump's administration wants to silence anyone who says anything bad about Trump on TV, because all Trump does is watch TV, OK?," Colbert said.
Thurston Moore & Bonner Kramer Announce New Album They Came Like Swallows – Seven Requiems For The Children Of Gaza: Hear “Urn Burial”
Right now, the former Sonic Youth member who’s in the public eye the most is Kim Gordon, and she’ll release her new solo album Play Me next month. But Gordon’s ex-husband and former bandmate Thurston Moore has a lot going on, too. Just a couple of weeks ago, he shared Guitar
‘Queen at Sea’ Review: Juliette Binoche and Tom Courtenay Lead a Gentle, Shattering Drama About Dementia and Autonomy
“Queen at Sea,” Lance Hammer’s first feature in 18 years, is a work of shattering gentleness and harrowing ethical dilemmas. Navigating such thorny topics as consent and autonomy in the throes of dementia, the film is relentless in its exploration of impossible-to-answer
