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Even The Witcher 3 pirates on PC feel bad for not supporting developer CD Projekt Red and its approach to DLC and DRM
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Avengers: Doomsday Directors Confirm Hulk’s Fate After Endgame Encore
Mark Ruffalo's return in Avengers: Doomsday is all but confirmed by the Russos following that Endgame Encore scene
31% of you go full goth and keep your RGB lighting turned off, while a mere 7% drench your rigs in unicorn vomit
I too crave the dark, but even I like a dash of RGB here and there.
Eiffel Tower director announces departure after row over sidelining of female staff
A month ago, the exclusion of female staff during a visit by an ultraconservative Hindu group sparked a strike and forced the monument to close for a day.
US ban on Canadian imports takes effect — the goods that can no longer cross the border
The ban is much narrower than broad labels like Canadian "dairy," "alcohol" and "motor vehicles" might suggest.
Saint Vitus Bar Dances Again
I don’t remember the first time I went to Saint Vitus Bar — the original Vitus, at 1120 Manhattan Ave. in Greenpoint. It can’t have been long after I moved to New York in the summer of 2013. The bar had just opened in 2011, and already, it was considered one of the best metal
Identical hiring algorithms may create echo chambers that overlook stronger job candidates
AI tools are increasingly replacing human judgments in some settings. For instance, resume-screening algorithms are often used in hiring, where they may improve efficiency and consistency in decision-making.
Study shows California's rodenticide restrictions are working, and flags new rodenticides rising in their place
New research from the Integral Ecology Research Center (IERC) offers some of the clearest evidence yet that California's efforts to restrict dangerous rodenticides are paying off in the wild, while also flagging a new contaminant that deserves close attention.
India turns to corals and seagrass to shield against rising seas
Under a blazing sun, workers crouch on a shrinking island off India's southern coast, threading bright green seagrass shoots onto wooden frames before anchoring them to the ocean floor.
Tokyo records longest rainy streak on record with 34 consecutive days
Tokyo has recorded 34 consecutive days of rain, marking the longest such streak on record, according to Japan's weather agency.
FIFA lied about paying for PR campaign to save Gianni Infantino — days after hired-gun agency launched global blitz
Days after FIFA swore on the record that federation funds weren't backing Gianni Infantino's 2027 political survival, a leaked pitch showed their high-priced PR firm executing that exact campaign.
No USB connectivity? Like, at all? It's a good job SteelSeries' new gaming mice are two of the best I've felt under my fingertips
The SteelSeries Sensei Pro and Rival Pro are two of the best rodents I've held.
Jack White Welcomes Nick Valensi, on a Break from the Strokes, at His L.A. Gig
Guitarist joined old friend on the Raconteurs' "Broken Boy Soldier" and the live premiere of White's "Bless Yourself"
Disfear Announce New Album The Last Nail, Recorded Before The Deaths Of Tomas Lindberg & Marcus Andersson
If you've never heard Live The Storm , the 2008 album from the great Swedish crust punk band Disfear, I would advise you to change that immediately. Live The Storm is an absolute beast of an album, and it remains one of my favorite heavy albums of this century. I got to see
Steven Knight on Making the Leap From ‘Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?’ to ‘Dirty Pretty Things’ to, Eventually, James Bond
One of the most prolific writers and creators working today, Steven Knight’s body of work includes the likes of “Peaky Blinders,” “SAS: Rogue Heroes,” “House of Guinness,” “A Thousand Blows” and, most famously (even though it’s not even started filming), the next James Bond
What time does Gears of War: E-Day release in your time zone?
Our guide explains when Gears of War: E-Day will be released in your time zone and how to pre-load the game.
Niklas Roy Constructs a Functional Pendulum Clock Made Entirely of Trash
The Berlin-based artist and inventor is fascinated by the convergence of art, science, and technology. 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 Niklas Roy
Privacy’s Defenders Podcast: Cowboys, Cypherpunks and Visionaries
People are increasingly concerned about the ways in which mass surveillance is tracking our every move: from Flock license plate readers to face recognition to creepy ads that – based on what we see and do online – seem to know everything we’re thinking and planning. It didn’t
Enantioresolution turns bright but racemic gold-silver clusters into circularly polarized emitters
Chiral metal clusters that emit circularly polarized light often face a trade-off between photoluminescence efficiency and luminescence dissymmetry. A study published in the journal Advanced Optical Materials tested whether highly luminescent racemic carbon-centered
Same plant species, different chemistry: Why chemotype labels matter
Plants of the same species can differ considerably in their chemical composition, affecting their smell, taste and even toxicity. A new study shows that the term "chemotype" has not been used consistently.
New statistical method can flag hidden anomalies in scientific datasets
A research team at the University of Vienna, led by pharmaceutical chemist Johannes Kirchmair, has developed a statistical method to identify hidden anomalies in scientific datasets. The method can be applied automatically to large datasets, making it easier for researchers to
GTA 5 Modder Cancels Nintendo Switch Port Just Days Before Launch After Previously Taunting Rockstar: ‘I Am Thankful For Take-Two’s Mercy’
The creator behind the planned port will not release any code or assets online in order to avoid a possible lawsuit
How Britney Spears and the ‘Cannibal Cop’ Left Erin Lee Carr Forever Changed
Few documentary filmmakers are as prolific as Erin Lee Carr. In the last five years alone, the in-demand director has helmed the controversial Netflix doc “Britney vs Spears,” “The Ringleader: The Case of the Bling Ring,” “Fanatical: The Catfishing of Tegan and Sara,” the
Here’s Where to Watch MLB Playoffs 2026 Live Online for Free
The 2026 MLB Playoffs are officially underway, with dozens of must-watch postseason baseball games on the schedule. The playoffs begin with the Wild Card Series the Philadelphia Phillies taking on the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park in Atlanta, Georgia. Game 1 starts at 2 p.m.
Boston Globe’s viral lesbian bar article sparks film adaptation buzz: report
The Sept. 22 article has been picked up by news outlets around the country and in Europe, and gone viral on social media.
The Mummy 4 Set Photos Reveal Brendan Fraser’s Official New Look
The Mummy 4 is currently filming. New set photos show Brendan Fraser's return as adventurer Rick O'Connell.
Fortnite’s Halloween Event Is Officially Jam-Packed With Horror Franchises
This year's Fortnitemares event looks promising, with dozens of iconic characters from the horror scene making their way into the Battle Royale.
Mia Joy – “Comet” (Feat. Peel Dream Magazine)
It's been too long since we've heard from Mia Joy, the Chicago musician whose dreamy debut album Spirit Tamer came out back in 2021. She followed that with the 2023 EP Celestial Mirror , and then nothing. Now, she's back with "Comet," a lovely collaboration with fellow
‘The Love Hypothesis’ Author Ali Hazelwood to Release Book Sequel, MRC Developing Film for Amazon MGM
The "movie and its cast made me fall for Adam and Olive all over again,“ the author shared on social media while also teasing, “MRC is developing a film based on the 'The Two-Body Problem.'"
GOP senator blocks move to prevent Trump from tearing down buildings honoring presidents
Sen. Mike Lee (R-Utah) on Monday night blocked an attempt from Sen. Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.) to prohibit President Trump from demolishing the Kennedy Center. The bill Merkley attempted to pass under unanimous consent, which would have bypassed a floor vote if no one had objected,
Polo makes landfall in Mexico as a category 3 hurricane
Hurricane Polo made landfall on Mexico's Baja California peninsula on Tuesday, cutting power and causing flooding as the sea breached coastal defenses.
France's public debt soars to a record 119% of GDP
France's public debt reached 3,595.5 billion euros at the end of June, Insee said, a record high that is set to keep rising as the outlook worsens.
Taylor Swift Wrote a Song About Cleveland. Here Are 10 Other Great Ones
Long before the superstar added “Cleveland!” to The Life of a Showgirl deluxe edition, everyone from R.E.M. to Randy Newman and Kid Cudi paid tribute to the the jewel of Northeastern Ohio
Israeli settlers attack West Bank village, blocking family's return home
By Ali Sawafta and Lina Obeid JALUD, West Bank, Sept 29 (Reuters) - More than 100 Israeli settlers have attacked a village in the occupied West Bank, preventing a Palestinian family from returning home and clashing with troops, witnesses said. Two houses belonging to the Tubasi
IEA could consider more oil reserve releases as Europe faces tough winter
The IEA says it could consider releasing more emergency oil stocks if supply disruptions worsen, although another release is not currently its top priority. Europe faces a difficult winter after spending more than €100bn extra on energy imports since the Iran war began.
‘Sin Filtro’ Producer JK Media Producing First Original Microdramas Shot in the U.S. for TelevisaUnivision’s ViXMicrO (EXCLUSIVE)
JK Media, the producer behind the hit unscripted celebrity show “Sin Filtro” and its various iterations, has developed and produced the first original microdramas in the U.S. for TelevisaUnivision’s ViXMicrO. The new Spanish-language microdramas, “Trapped with the Enemy”
Mike Johnson backs voluntary regulation to ‘calm the nerves’ on AI safety
The speaker called for “external auditing” ahead of a high-level White House meeting with tech executives.
NASA ramps up support to get Boeing's astronaut capsule flying after Butch and Suni fiasco
NASA is throwing extra support and money behind Boeing's troubled astronaut capsule to get it fixed and flying again as soon as possible.
Can Outkast Make Ovrkast Change His Name? A Trademark Expert Explains
As the legendary duo and the up-and-coming rapper clash over a name, we asked a Harvard Law professor what it would take to win in court
The best frog in all of gaming, Touch Me, is now appreciable in all its glory thanks to a FF7 model viewer
My sweet sweet boy.
Avengers: Endgame Writer Reveals Alternate Fate for a Major Character
An Avengers: Endgame screenwriter revealed that the iconic sacrifice for the Soul Stone almost went very differently.
Common Cents Act would impact pennies, nickels and cash transactions. It may soon become law
A new nickel, rounded transactions and the formal death of the penny. They could all happen soon.
An endangered frog nursery in LA cares for hundreds of tadpoles until they're ready for the wild
The transition from tadpole to juvenile frog is never easy—legs sprout, tails shrink and lungs develop for a life on land, all while being hunted by fish and other predators. Talk about growing pains.
Feeling like you are losing ground predicts suicidal ideation more than income or age
New research finds that people are far more likely to report suicidal ideation when they perceive their lives as getting worse relative to their recent past, rather than because of their income, age or health status alone.
Ancient bird becomes second Australian species to be named from the Cretaceous period
A pair of exceptionally rare Cretaceous bird bones found at separate sites near Richmond, Queensland, reveal a previously unknown species—the second formally named Cretaceous bird from Australia. Cretaceous bird fossils are extremely scarce in Australia, with fewer than a dozen
New Mexico venture studio unveils quantum lab to boost US tech edge
The investment and incubation firm Roadrunner Venture Studios will unveil a new quantum lab Tuesday in Albuquerque as New Mexico looks to bolster the U.S.’s position in the global race for quantum computing. The Roadrunner Quantum Lab will open as part of the state's $450
Rubio says Cuba has 'already fallen': 'It is a failed state'
Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Monday that Cuba has "already fallen" and is a "failed state" as tensions rise between the U.S. and island nation. "Well, the truth is Cuba has already fallen," Rubio told Fox News's Sean Hannity. "It does not have a functional economy, and
Jack Smith Found Proof Beyond “Reasonable Doubt” of Trump’s Guilt
Former special counsel Jack Smith swears that President Donald Trump committed “serious crimes.” In his opening remarks to the Senate Judiciary Committee Tuesday, Smith reiterated the findings of his two indictments against the president of the United States. “Our investigation
Azerbaijan Tourism Board CEO: Baku-Brussels flights on the horizon for 2027
Azerbaijan is boosting connectivity with four-weekly flights between Baku and Brussels. But beyond the capital, Azerbaijan Tourism Board CEO Florian Sengstschmid told Euronews that visitors should discover the country’s hidden villages.
Pokémon Pro Begs Rivals To Wash After A ‘Putrid’ Smell At A Recent Competition Made Him Throw Up
Axe body spray doesn't cut it, folks
