Kanye West Fails to Derail Lawsuit in Epic Saga Over $57 Million Malibu Mansion
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How dark asteroids die
Back in the earlier days of the internet, there was a viral video from a creator called Bill Wurtz called "the history of the entire world, i guess" which spawned a number of memorable memes, some of which are still in use to this day. One of those was a clip from the video
Visualizations of the growing undersea network of submarine cables, 2013-2025....
Visualizations of the growing undersea network of submarine cables, 2013-2025 .
Karoline Leavitt Gets Hysterical After Simple Question on ICE
According to White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt, anyone questioning her about ICE’s wanton killing of Renee Nicole Good—or any of their violent acts—is a biased radical leftist. “Secretary Noem spoke to the media and she said, among other things, that [ICE agents] are
Methyl bromide pesticide still widely used in California, raising health concerns
In a new study of the continuing use in California of the pesticide methyl bromide, a known developmental, neurologic and respiratory toxin, researchers from UCLA and UC Irvine found that the compound is still in widespread use across the state, from San Diego and Los Angeles
Iran hit with sanctions as officials move millions out of the country while protests rage: ‘Rats fleeing the ship’
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Thursday slapped sanctions on top Iranian officials behind the deadly protest crackdown as they rushed to move tens of millions of dollars out of the country.
South Africa's Kruger National Park shuts after severe floods
KRUGER NATIONAL PARK, South Africa, Jan 15 - South African authorities shut Kruger National Park on Thursday to day visitors, after several rivers that run through it burst their banks as the result of days of heavy rains, they said.
Study: Cross-border merger and acquisition activity predicts changes in economic growth, foreign exchange returns
In a world facing rising economic uncertainty and instability, look to cross-border investment activity for solid clues about what's next for economic growth and foreign exchange rates.
Who Owns DMX’s Legacy?
Clergy and family tell us why they ordained the late rapper as a minister despite objections from his estate
HHS reinstates mental, substance abuse grants one day after cancelling them
The Trump administration restored mental health and substance abuse grants one day after abruptly cancelling them, with Democrats blasting the chaos caused by the ordeal. Late on Tuesday, recipients of Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) grants
'The danger is real': Texas officials are latest to warn of spike in 'mystery seed' deliveries
"They may look innocent, but the danger is real," Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller warned.
Jujutsu Kaisen season 3 reveals Kenjaku’s Evangelion-like evil plan
Kenjaku's master plan is revealed in season 3's third episode, and it sounds a lot like Human Instrumentality from Neon Genesis Evangelion.
Robert Downey Jr. Calls Timothée Chalamet’s ‘Marty Supreme’ Turn “A Generation-Defining Performance” in “A Decade-Defining Film”
The 60-year-old Oscar winner and the 30-year-old Oscar contender spoke exclusively with THR prior to a conversation in front of 600 Academy, BAFTA and guild members that took place at Downey's instigation.
A Marvel Fan Thinks They’ve ‘Cracked The Code’ On The Avengers: Doomsday Trailers
The Russos told fans the trailers had ‘clues’ they should ‘pay attention to’ The post A Marvel Fan Thinks They’ve ‘Cracked The Code’ On The Avengers: Doomsday Trailers appeared first on Kotaku .
Where the Prairie Still Remains
"Are pioneer cemeteries key to the Iowa prairie’s revival, or its final resting place?"
Johnny Knoxville Teases ‘Jackass 5’ Stunts After Traumatic Brain Injury: ‘I Can’t Get Hit in the Head Anymore’ but ‘I Don’t Care About Anything Else’
When Johnny Knoxville announced a new “Jackass” movie coming to theaters in June, fans of the slapstick stunt franchise wondered what type of role the 54-year-old ringleader would have in the production. In 2022’s “Jackass Forever,” Knoxville performed a stunt where he was
Watch live: Trump welcomes Florida Panthers to White House
President Trump is set to honor the 2025 Stanley Cup champions at the White House on Thursday afternoon. The Florida Panthers won their second-consecutive championship last June, defeating the Edmonton Oilers across six games. The Panthers visited with Trump last year to mark
DNA's hidden 'traffic controller' protein may hold clues to cancer prevention
A new LUMC study has changed our understanding of how cells work. Researchers have discovered that the CFAP20 protein acts as a kind of "traffic controller" on DNA. Without this protein, chaos ensues, potentially causing cancer.
Amazon MMO New World delisted, going offline in 2027
New World: Aeternum, Amazon's fantasy MMO that was once one of the most popular games, will go offline next year.
Michelangelo Made His First Masterpiece When He Was 12 Years Old
The painting was attributed to another Renaissance artist's workshop for centuries. 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 Michelangelo Made His First
Pakistan-Saudi-Turkey defence deal in pipeline, Pakistani minister says
By Saad Sayeed, Asif Shahzad and Jonathan Spicer ISLAMABAD/ISTANBUL, Jan 15 (Reuters) - Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkey have prepared a draft defence agreement after nearly a year of talks, Pakistan's Minister for Defence Production said, a signal they could be seeking a
A 'deeply social, psychological' Fallout Shelter reality TV series is coming from the producers of the Squid Game reality series
The success of the Fallout series on Prime probably made this inevitable.
Scientists watch cell receptors respond in real time as drugs bind
A research team of the University Medical Center Mainz has succeeded in observing for the first time how G protein-coupled receptors in living cells actually respond to activating substances. The scientists discovered that depending on the activating substance bound, one and
Pentagon moving carrier strike group toward Middle East amid tensions with Iran
The Pentagon on Thursday said it is moving a carrier strike group from the South China Sea toward the Middle East as tensions between the U.S. and Iran continue to rise. The USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier and its strike group were spotted moving west away from the
Syrian activist Sarah Mardini acquitted of migrant trafficking in Greece
A Greek court Thursday acquitted Syrian competitive swimmer and activist Sarah Mardini, whose rescue of her sister inspired a hit Netflix film, and 23 others of migrant trafficking. The verdict came almost a month after the start of their trial at a court on Lesbos, ending a
Jack O’Connell on Going From ‘Sinners’ to ’28 Years Later: The Bone Temple’ and His ‘Amazing Year’ of Villains: ‘It Was Nothing but Sheer Luck’
Less than a year after he jigged terrifyingly into Ryan Coogler’s supernatural horror “Sinners” as an Irish-dancing vampire, Jack O’Connell is back with an even more bonkers baddie. Sir Jimmy Crystal — who the actor admits is the “maddest character” he’s ever seen — may have
Disney+ Boards Will Forte’s ‘The Last Man on Earth’ Remake With Artus, the French Star of ‘A Little Something Extra’ (EXCLUSIVE)
Disney+ has boarded “The Last Man on Earth,” a French remake of Will Forte’s hit 2015 sci-fi comedy series which will be headlined by French star Artus. An original series created by Forte, a “Saturday Night Live” household name, “The Last Man on Earth” is produced by 20th
Ruff days or cat-astrophies? How to help pets handle stressful situations
Just like with people, when pets experience chronic stress it can raise cortisol levels, heart rate, and blood pressure; weaken the immune system; and even cause fluctuations in weight—all of which increase a pet's risk of becoming ill.
Farah Griffin: Trump invoking Insurrection Act could trigger 'tremendous clashes'
Alyssa Farah Griffin warned against President Trump’s suggestion Thursday that he could invoke the Insurrection Act to militarize federal troops in Minnesota, saying it could result in “tremendous clashes” in the state. The president posted Thursday on Truth Social that he was
DDA Hires Matt Andrée Wiltens, Ryan Smith for Key Roles in Los Angeles
DDA, a global content PR corporate communications firm, has made two key hires in Los Angeles. Matt Andrée Wiltens (above, right) joins the company from talent agency Gersh, in the role of senior vice president of U.S. Entertainment and Strategy. Ryan Smith (left) has been
Pokémon Card Shop’s First Community Event Ruined By Armed Anime Backpack Robbers
The owner of the NYC-based shop is now thinking about hiring an armed guard The post Pokémon Card Shop’s First Community Event Ruined By Armed Anime Backpack Robbers appeared first on Kotaku .
Sally Yates backs Jason Esteves in Georgia governor's race
Former Deputy Attorney General Sally Yates announced Thursday she’s backing former state Georgia Sen. Jason Esteves (D) for governor. "I am endorsing Jason Esteves for governor because this moment calls for strong leadership and a strong governor who will fight against Donald
Iran warns Qatar and Saudi Arabia it will strike US targets if attacked, expert says
US personnel movements from Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar underscores rising fears of direct US–Iran confrontation, according to Middle East expert Professor Mehran Kamrava, who says Tehran has explicitly warned Doha and Riyadh it would retaliate against American targets.
‘Industry’ Season 4 Premiere Viewership Jumps 20% From Season 3
“Industry” returned to HBO for its fourth season on Sunday night and reached more than 800,000 viewers in its first three days of availability, marking a 20% increase from the drama series’ Season 3 opener in 2024 and its best season premiere ever. That number was calculated
Where to get azure kelp in Hytale
Learn where you can find azure kelp in Hytale, an important material in the game.
Timothée Chalamet Says a ‘Marty Supreme’ Background Actor Threatened Him on Set: ‘You Don’t Want to F— With Me. You Don’t Want to See Me Angry’
Timothée Chalamet revealed during a recent Q&A with Robert Downey Jr. at New York’s DGA Theater that he was threatened by a background actor while filming a scene for Josh Safdie’s “Marty Supreme.” “I won’t say who, but in that motel sequence, there are a lot of non-actors…that
Trump attacks on Jerome Powell testing Fed's independence
What we’re watching right now is a tug-of-war between short-term political wins to help Republicans in the midterms and long-term economic stability. Undercutting the Fed may feel like relief in the moment, but history shows it can lead to higher inflation, market instability
Chase Rice on Why He Decided to Quit Touring: ‘Everything Felt Wrong’
The country singer shocked fans when he announced he was done with the road after this year. "I have no idea how I'm going to make money," he says
Trump Claims It Was Just a “Joke” That He Wants to Cancel Elections
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt snapped Thursday at a reporter who didn’t buy her attempt to dismiss President Donald Trump’s repeated mentions of cancelling elections. During a White House press briefing, a reporter asked Leavitt why the president kept mentioning
The First Observation of the Fiery Lifecycle of a Massive Solar Storm
“It’s a milestone in solar physics” The post The First Observation of the Fiery Lifecycle of a Massive Solar Storm appeared first on Nautilus .
Memo to Moderate Democrats: “Abolish ICE” Is Not a Fringe Position.
How do we create liberal democracy in America? Notice that I say “create,” not “protect.” The old constitutional order is gone, and we should be straightforward about that. Nor do I say “return”; the system was clearly incapable of meeting the challenges of our age. We should
Thomas Massie destroys Laura Loomer's reporter on Epstein, forever wars
Loomer doesn’t want people who think for themselves, she wants a Republican Party that votes in lockstep with her vision of Donald Trump.
US sanctions Iranian officials accused of repressing protests
The Trump administration announced new sanctions Thursday against Iranian officials, as tension rises between the U.S. and Iran over Tehran's continued suppression of anti-government protests. The Treasury Department said the levies will target “the architects of the Iranian
Gen Alpha Consumers Value Safety and Kindness Over Fame and Popularity, UCLA Study Finds
Young people are more focused on safety, kindness and self-acceptance than fame and popularity, according to new research from the Center for Scholars & Storytellers at UCLA. Published Jan. 14, the full report examines at how people aged 10 to 24 rank the importance of 14
GWAR Cover “Pink Pony Club”
A.V. Undercover , the A.V. Club's series in which bands were invited to be filmed performing a cover chosen from an ever-dwindling list of pre-selected songs, is one of the great blog-era video franchises. It went away in the 2010s, but new ownership brought it back with a
Anne Hathaway to Star in Paramount+ True Crime Series ‘Fear Not’ From Bash Doran
Paramount+ has greenlit the true crime series “Fear Not” with Anne Hathaway attached to star, Variety has learned. The limited series is based on the Vanity Fair article “True Crime, True Faith: The Serial Killer and the Texas Mom Who Stopped Him.” written by Julie MIller. Bash
How to build a teleporter in Hytale
Here's how to craft teleporters in Hytale, including all the materials you need, how to set them up, and how to increase the max number of portals.
Here’s Why Fans Are Convinced Fallout 3 And New Vegas Remasters Are About To Be Revealed
There's evidence that Fallout 3 is getting remastered like Oblivion , but let's all calm down for a moment The post Here’s Why Fans Are Convinced Fallout 3 And New Vegas Remasters Are About To Be Revealed appeared first on Kotaku .
Pesticides may drastically shorten fish lifespans, study finds
Even low levels of widely used agricultural chemicals were linked to accelerated ageing, research suggests The lifespan of fish appears to be drastically reduced by pesticides, a study has found. Even low levels of common agricultural pesticides can stunt the long-term lifespan
