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Florida biologist awarded $485K after firing over Charlie Kirk post
Florida officials have reached a settlement in which they will pay $485,000 to a biologist fired from her state job over a social media post criticizing conservative influencer Charlie Kirk after his assassination. Brittney Brown lost her job at the Florida Fish and Wildlife
Some technologies use accelerated natural processes to capture carbon, but can they store it durably?
Natural geological processes have been regulating Earth's climate for millions of years. Accelerated versions of these processes are now being promoted as technologies to draw down carbon from the atmosphere—and some are rapidly moving from concept to real-world deployments.
Dick Parry, Saxophonist Who Played Classic Solos on Pink Floyd’s ‘Dark Side of the Moon’ and ‘Wish You Were Here’ Albums, Dies at 83
Dick Parry, who created some of the most indelible saxophone solos in rock music history through his association with Pink Floyd and lifelong friend David Gilmour, died Friday at age 83. Parry was particularly lionized for his unforgettable solos on the albums “The Dark Side of
Burchett ‘disappointed’ in Senate as Congress leaves DC: ‘We’ve wasted a whole week’
Rep. Tim Burchett (R-Tenn.) said on Thursday he was “disappointed” in the Senate for heading on a weeklong recess without holding a vote on a reconciliation bill to fund federal immigration agencies, joining a chorus of House Republicans frustrated with the upper chamber’s
EU clinches new trade deal with Mexico to bolster its foothold in Latin America
EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President António Costa signed an updated trade deal with Mexico on Friday, two decades after the original agreement, as both parties seek to reduce their dependence on the US and China amid rising geopolitical
‘The Late Show With Stephen Colbert’ Finale Attracts 6.74 Million Viewers, Its Most-Watched Weeknight Episode Of All Time
The series finale of “The Late Show With Stephen Colbert” pulled off the series’ most-watched weeknight episode of all time, according to early data from CBS. The Eye network reports that the finale of “The Late Show” posted 6.74 million viewers on Thursday night. That’s up
Riot Says Its Valorant Anti-Cheat Update Can’t Brick PCs After A Joke Fuels Panic
'They can absolutely get f*cked. I'll be joining whatever class action comes from this,' one player wrote
Phil Collins Says He Would ‘Contemplate’ Performing Live Again as Condition Improves: ‘I’m Healthier Now Than I’ve Been for Quite a While’
Earlier this year, Phil Collins spoke out about his health issues, sharing that he’s undergone five knee surgeries and developed kidney problems from drinking. But in a recent interview with BBC Breakfast, Collins shared that he’s “healthier now than I have been for quite a
Four years later, Microsoft finally finishes fighting over the Activision acquisition
A lawsuit suit, filed by Sjunde AP-Fonden, alleged that the buyout was rushed in order to protect Activision's then-CEO Bobby Kotick.
Soup sold at Whole Foods, Amazon recalled in numerous states: FDA
Soup’s off the menu — literally.
Spirit lost $1.61 for every $1 it took in — and would still be losing money even if jet fuel was free
The embattled budget carrier ceased operations earlier this month after it failed to secure a $500 million bailout from the Trump administration.
Dick Parry, Saxophonist on Pink Floyd Classics, Dead at 83
Longtime friend of David Gilmour played on band's "Shine On You Crazy Diamond," "Wish You Were Here," "Us and Them," and "Money," and often joined the group on tour
‘The Mandalorian and Grogu’: Jon Favreau on Pulling Off the Oner During the AT-AT Fight Sequence
Director Jon Favreau knew there was a responsibility in being the director who would bring “Star Wars” back to movie theaters after seven years. Favreau told Variety, “People care a lot about ‘Star Wars’. ‘Star Wars’ has been around for 49 years; it’s about to be the 50th
White House to attempt Guinness World Record with July 4 fireworks display
The White House has unveiled a slate of celebrations to mark America’s 250th anniversary this summer, including a record-breaking fireworks show on July 4. Freedom 250, the White House commission planning these events, is partnering with fireworks firm Pyrotecnico in an
Arctic thaw unleashes mining-like pollution across hundreds Arctic waterways
Thawing permafrost is rapidly transforming dozens of Arctic streams into acidic, metal-laden waterways, according to new research published in Science. The study shows how thawing permafrost exposes sulfide minerals that react with oxygen and water—a process similar to what
ULVAC to make rare earth melting furnaces in Japan
If you’ve been following the slow-motion strategic panic over critical minerals, you know that Japan, Australia, the US, Canada, Europe and others are busy talking about China’s dominance both of rare earth mining and refining and of the production of rare earth magnets. Those
‘Everytime,’ ‘Elephants in the Fog’ Win Cannes Un Certain Regard
Sandra Wollner's Austrian drama takes the top prize at the Cannes sidebar, Nepalese transgender feature wins the jury prize.
Tillis claps back at Trump: ‘Stupid stuff is killing our chances’
Sen. Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) on Friday punched back at President Trump’s criticism on social media that he is a “nitpicker and “RINO” for criticizing the president for embracing controversial ideas such as the $1.8 billion “anti-weaponization fund” and 50-year mortgages, warning
UAE-backed programme broadens assessment of public institutions
Joint Uzbek and Emirati evaluation teams reviewed ministries and agencies using criteria including transparency, digitalisation and service delivery. Officials say future assessments will place greater emphasis on measurable results.
Judge tosses federal charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia
A federal judge on Friday dismissed the criminal case against Kilmar Abrego Garcia, siding with the mistakenly deported man in finding that he was the subject of a vindictive prosecution. U.S. District Judge Waverly Crenshaw’s ruling marks an enormous victory for Abrego
Steven Soderbergh’s ‘The Christophers’ and Gun Van Sant’s ‘Dead Man’s Wire’ Among Mediterrane Film Festival Lineup
Malta’s Mediterrane Film Festival is set to return for its fourth annual edition, with the lineup including feature films from Steven Soderbergh and Gus Van Sant, joined by star performances from Angelina Jolie, Al Pacino, Bill Skarsgard and more. The 2026 festival will be held
Trump call with Taiwan’s Lai not yet planned, sources say
WASHINGTON/TAIPEI, May 22 - The U.S. and Taiwan have not yet made concrete plans for talks between their presidents, four people familiar with the matter said, despite U.S. President Donald Trump's suggestion he might speak soon with Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te about the
Physicists figure out how to reduce formation of 'viscous fingers'
When they reach the bottom of a soap dispenser, frugal handwashers might try adding water to the bottle to push out the last bit of soap. But usually, the water drills right through the soap and jets out an only slightly sudsy splash.
Charli XCX, Olivia Rodrigo, Lola Young, and All the Songs You Need to Know This Week
Looking for the week’s best new music? Check out our Songs You Need to Know playlist
Physical Copies Of A Remake Of A 25-Year-Old RPG Are Unplayable Without A Day-One Update
The Gothic remake won't require a permanent internet connection, but....
Trump skips son's wedding as Iran talks continue
US President Donald Trump confirmed Friday he would miss his son's wedding, insisting he had to stay in Washington because of "circumstances pertaining to government." Trump had said a day earlier that the Iran war made it "bad timing" for him to attend Donald Trump Jr's
French Gaza activists arrive home after Israel expulsion
Several French pro-Palestinian activists on Friday described what they said was a violent and humiliating ordeal after they were detained by Israeli forces on a Gaza-bound flotilla. Eight French nationals arrived at Charles de Gaulle airport near Paris from Turkey on Friday
Xivu Arath could've been Destiny 2's greatest villain — but Bungie never delivered the payoff
Former Destiny 2 senior narrative designer Robert Brookes said that a major expansion featuring the Hive god of war had been pitched multiple times.
Where to find a PS5 under $400 before GTA 6 launches
The official PlayStation store is quietly selling refurbished consoles for $399, a major discount from the current retail price
Comer launches investigation into prediction markets insider trading
House Oversight and Government Reform Committee Chair James Comer (R-Ky.) launched an investigation Friday into prediction market platforms Kalshi and Polymarket to determine whether their users are using nonpublic or classified information to engage in insider trading. Comer
Student talent drives simpler method for programming artificial muscles in soft robots
An interdisciplinary student research team at the University of Waterloo has achieved an advance in materials science with the creation of a tissue-like hydrogel for artificial muscles to make soft robots move.
Platner: 'Of course' Trump needs to be impeached, removed
Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner (D) on Thursday told supporters that "of course" President Trump must be impeached and removed from office. Platner, who is leading incumbent Sen. Susan Collins (R-Maine) by 7 points, according to a poll released this week, told supporters
CAA Sets Lineup for 11th Moebius Film Showcase
The 2026 student filmmaker event will take place May 27-28 and feature 10 short films by graduating storytellers.
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
The Mandalorian & Grogu Is A Good Star Wars Movie, But It’s Not What The Franchise Needed Right Now
Sometimes all you need for a good time is some puppets and some blasters
Africa: Emergency Committee Recommendations Regarding the Epidemic of Ebola Virus in DRCongo and Uganda
[WHO] Geneva -- On 17 May 2026, pursuant to paragraph 2 of Article 12 - Determination of a public health emergency of international concern, including a pandemic emergency of the International Health Regulations (2005) (IHR), the Director-General (DG) of the World Health
Pentagon releases new batch of UFO files
The files include over 40 videos requested by lawmakers. NewsNation will be reviewing the files and providing analysis.
Scientists discover thriving hard-substrate fauna in Oceania's deep sea
In the crushing darkness of the hadal zone—deep ocean trenches plunging 6,000 m to nearly 11,000 m—scientists have uncovered a hidden community. A study published in Science on May 14 reports the discovery of a protist-dominated hard-substrate fauna across seven hadal regions
Finally a Commencement Speech That Gets AI Right
Leave it to The Woz to hit the right note with freshly minted graduates The post Finally a Commencement Speech That Gets AI Right appeared first on Nautilus .
Get 50% Off MasterClass Courses From Spike Lee to Mark Cuban This Memorial Day
An annual subscription to MasterClass costs $180 and gets you unlimited access to 90+ courses on the site, with topics ranging from screenwriting to acting to directing
Tulsi Gabbard to resign as US director of national intelligence
Gabbard who has been largely out of public view during recent US operations says she is leaving due to her husband's illness.
Russia's Putin vows retaliation after accusing Ukraine of hitting student dormitory
Ukraine said it hit Russia's elite Rubicon drone military unit in a Moscow-occupied part of eastern Ukraine.
Bangladesh’s paramilitary problem cannot be rebranded
Bangladesh’s rulers have a habit of renaming institutions when they become politically radioactive. Roads are renamed after coups, and laws after public outrage. The practice is usually useless. Now, the same survival instinct is being applied to the Rapid Action Battalion
Channel Tres – “Pop Pop”
A couple of months ago, Compton club funkateer Channel Tres flipped the Crystal Waters classic “100% Pure Love” on his single “Medicine.” Today, he’s got another new track. As far as I know, this one doesn’t interpolate any early-’90s bangers, though it does have some of that
Vatican taps ‘atheist’ Anthropic cofounder to speak at AI event as tensions with Trump White House rise
Olah, 33, is one of a handful of secular officials tapped to speak at a Monday event marking the publication of the missive, which is titled “Magnifica Humanitas.” The encyclical is focused on the importance of protecting human dignity during the rise of artificial
Pfeiffer says Martin should step down as DNC chief: 'Cannot repair the trust'
Dan Pfeiffer, co-host of “Pod Save America,” urged Democratic National Committee (DNC) Chair Ken Martin to step down after the committee released an incomplete investigation into the party's 2024 election losses. “I think Ken Martin should step down,” said Pfeiffer, who
'Designer' superconducting diamond: Researchers uncover path to multi-modality quantum chips
Diamond is extremely valuable to science and technology not for its sparkle but for its extreme hardness, high thermal conductivity, transparency to a large fraction of the light spectrum, and a host of other exceptional properties. Two decades ago, scientists discovered
Workers Push to Rename Wexner Center for the Arts Over Epstein Ties
The union said the Victoria’s Secret billionaire and Epstein associate’s name “does a profound disservice” to artists and community members.
