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‘SNL’s Ashley Padilla On Breaking Character With Ryan Gosling & Cut Beavis And Butt-Head Followup

As certain as death and taxes is Ryan Gosling breaking character on Saturday Night Live. Fans of the Project Hail Merry star have come to expect for him to be laughing through his sketches, but during his most recent hosting stint last month, he had a partner in crime, cast me...

The big picture: ‘SNL’s Ashley Padilla On Breaking Character With Ryan... — signals where Hollywood is headed.

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Astronaut takes photo of his university from orbit

Jack Hathaway tells Cranfield University he had to wait for a break in the British weather.

Why it matters: Astronaut takes photo of his university from orbit advances our understanding of the world.

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Lena Dunham Says She Has the ‘Plot Line in My Brain’ For a ‘Girls’ Movie: ‘I Would Love to Do it’

Lena Dunham recently told SiriusXM’s “Radio Andy” that she has an idea for a “Girls” movie. She also shared that she made a group chat with the original cast, in which they’ve discussed reuniting when the hit HBO drama is “appropriately missed.” “I would love to do it, and I h...

The big picture: Lena Dunham Says She Has the ‘Plot Line... — signals where Hollywood is headed.

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‘Beaches’ Broadway Review: Soulless and Uninspired Musical Remake of Beloved Film Washes Ashore

Audiences going to the musical “Beaches” are likely to know what to expect: the story of a decades-long, female friendship with plenty of schmaltz, some sass, and a mega-hit song, “Wind Beneath My Wings.” The musical, which began its development a dozen years ago — and most re...

Variety reports: ‘Beaches’ Broadway Review: Soulless and Uninspired Musical Remake... — this may set a new benchmark for the genre.

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‘Beaches’ Broadway Review: ’80s Tearjerker Washes Out As Stage Musical

Beaches, that tearjerking ’80s tale of female friendship beloved by some, snubbed by others and mostly remembered for Bette Midler’s rendition of the soaring theme song “Wind Beneath My Wings,” has had a long road to the stage, and the wait has done it no favors. Whatever char...

Bottom line from Deadline: this could reshape the box office conversation.

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Lena Dunham Has Idea For ‘Girls’ Movie, Jokingly Tries To Force HBO Max’s Hand

Nearly a decade after Girls ended its six-season run, Lena Dunham might take matters into her own hands to bring the show back. The Golden Globe winner recently revealed she has “a little plot line in my brain” and has been in contact with the cast via a group text chain about...

Why it matters: Lena Dunham Has Idea For ‘Girls’ Movie, Jokingly... signals where Hollywood is headed.

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Jay Ellis Says ‘The Rookie: North’ Pilot Is “Great” & ‘The Rookie’ Fans Will Love Spinoff, Teases Potential Crossovers

ABC has not made a decision yet on its sole current drama pilot The Rookie: North starring Jay Ellis, a spinoff from the network’s long-running procedural headlined by Nathan Fillion. It may be because ABC’s executives are yet to see the finished product. Ellis — speaking to D...

The big picture: Jay Ellis Says ‘The Rookie: North’ Pilot Is... — may set a new benchmark for the genre.

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GLAAD Slams FCC’s Brendan Carr For TV Ratings Inquiry’s “Harm On LGBTQ Americans”: “This Is About More Than Television”

Following Brendan Carr’s latest proposed media crackdown, GLAAD has called out the FCC chair for his inquiry’s “harm on LGBTQ Americans.” On Wednesday, following Carr’s inquiry into the TV ratings system claiming that “parents have raised concerns” about onscreen transgender r...

Deadline reports: GLAAD Slams FCC’s Brendan Carr For TV Ratings... — this may set a new benchmark for the genre.

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Accelerating drug discovery with fragment screening

Modern medicine has played a significant role in improving the length and quality of our lives. While many treatments may seem like miracles, they are the result of a lengthy, rigorous research process. Drug discovery is a particularly time-consuming and costly activity that i...

Phys.org reports: Accelerating drug discovery with fragment screening — this opens new research frontiers.

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‘Dungeon Masters’ Host Jasmine Bhullar on Running D&D Without Licensing Restraints for New Actual-Play Show: ‘We Can Call Everything By Its Right Name’

Wizards of the Coast debuted the first two episodes of its new actual-play series, “Dungeon Masters,” Wednesday on YouTube, adding an officially licensed offering to the growing lineup of “Dungeons & Dragons”-inspired gameplay shows on the market. Run by “DesiQuest” and “Dimen...

The big picture: ‘Dungeon Masters’ Host Jasmine Bhullar on Running D&D... — reflects evolving audience tastes.

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NYT Pips hints, answers for April 23, 2026

The New York Times' latest game, Pips, brings domino fun to your desktop. How to play Pips as well as hints in case you get stuck.

Bottom line from Mashable: this could change how developers build software.

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Wordle today: Answer, hints for April 23, 2026

Here's the answer for "Wordle" #1769 on April 23 as well as a few hints, tips, and clues to help you solve it yourself.

Mashable reports: Wordle today: Answer, hints for April 23, 2026 — this reshapes the tech landscape.

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The Iranian women Trump ‘saved’ from execution are simultaneously real and AI-manipulated

On Wednesday, President Donald Trump claimed to have secured the release of eight Iranian women condemned to execution for protesting the regime. Only the night before, he had posted on Truth Social about the imminent executions of these women, quoting a screenshot that includ...

Bottom line from The Verge: this may redefine how we interact with devices.

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Leah Kateb Says Tobey Maguire is ‘The Best Spider-Man’ at Variety’s Entertainment Marketing Summit: ‘I Don’t Care What Anyone Says’

Leah Kateb’s fans include millions of “Love Island USA” viewers — and Tobey Maguire. During a panel at Variety’s Entertainment Marketing Summit presented by Deloitte, the reality TV star said that she met the actor, who told her he was a “really big fan.” “I was like, ‘This is...

Variety reports: Leah Kateb Says Tobey Maguire is ‘The Best... — this may set a new benchmark for the genre.

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New study presents the eLTER Framework of Standard Observations for long-term, integrated environmental monitoring

A new study published in Earth's Future introduces the eLTER Framework of Standard Observations (eLTER SO)—a structured, harmonized system designed to support consistent long-term environmental observation across Europe. The paper, "Achieving harmonized and integrated long-ter...

Why it matters: New study presents the eLTER Framework of Standard... advances our understanding of the world.

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Warner Bros. Pictures’ Pam Abdy on ‘Weapons’ Prequel Status, Prepping ‘Practical Magic 2’ Merch and Animated Movies

Since Warner Bros. Pictures debuted the teaser trailer for “Practical Magic 2” on Monday, the video has racked up nearly 11 million views from fans — and several calls from marketing teams looking to work some magic of their own. “We just dropped the trailer this week and we’r...

Why it matters: Warner Bros. Pictures’ Pam Abdy on ‘Weapons’ Prequel... reflects evolving audience tastes.

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Jimmy Fallon Crashes ‘Survivor’ 50: Christian Hubicki Breaks Down Massive Twist, Shares His Message to Mike White After That Blindsiding (EXCLUSIVE)

SPOILER ALERT: This article contains spoilers from “I Deserve All of This,” the ninth episode of “Survivor” Season 50. It’s safe to say that “Survivor” player Christian Hubicki won’t be watching “The Tonight Show” anytime soon. Christian, who first competed in Season 37, “Surv...

The big picture: Jimmy Fallon Crashes ‘Survivor’ 50: Christian Hubicki Breaks... — signals where Hollywood is headed.

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Elon Musk says his TeraFab facilities will use Intel's 14A process technology to make AI chips — SpaceX will be responsible for high-volume chip manufacturing in likely Intel tech licensing deal

Elon Musk reveals details about TeraFab: Intel provides technology, Tesla builds pilot line, SpaceX constructs high-volume fab.

Why it matters: Elon Musk says his TeraFab facilities will use... could change how developers build software.

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Peptide synthesis could stop global potato pathogen once linked to Ireland's Great Famine

Scientists in Sweden have taken an important step toward fighting potato late blight, a plant disease that once triggered a historic famine in Ireland and now threatens to spread globally due to climate change. A new study reports the synthesis of a peptide that specifically a...

Phys.org reports: Peptide synthesis could stop global potato pathogen once... — this advances our understanding of the world.

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Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream 1.0.1 update out now, patch notes

Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream just came out with its first update, and Nintendo has started distribution of version 1.0.1. We’ll mention right out of the gate that this is a small patch. Nintendo said it addressed a number of issues. However, as we sometimes tend to see in ...

Bottom line from Nintendo Everything: this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.

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Pokemon Pokopia 1.0.4 update out now, patch notes

Nintendo, The Pokemon Company, and Koei Tecmo just put out a new version 1.0.4 update for Pokemon Pokopia. A bunch of different fixes are included in this patch. Additionally, a specific improvement has been made: it’s now possible to relocate Pokemon Centers during in-game ev...

Why it matters: Pokemon Pokopia 1.0.4 update out now, patch notes is generating hype in the community.

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This simple fatty acid could restore failing vision

Scientists at UC Irvine have found a way to potentially reverse age-related vision loss by targeting the ELOVL2 “aging gene” and restoring vital fatty acids in the retina. Their experiments in mice show that supplementing with specific polyunsaturated fatty acids—not just DHA—...

ScienceDaily reports: This simple fatty acid could restore failing vision — this challenges existing scientific assumptions.

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Mario Tennis Fever 1.0.3 update out now, patch notes

Mario Tennis Fever players can now access the latest update as version 1.0.3 just released. According to Nintendo, the “strengthened countermeasures and readjusted the timing of when rankings are adjusted to address a bug”. Apparently that’s all that’s included here. In any ca...

Why it matters: Mario Tennis Fever 1.0.3 update out now, patch... is generating hype in the community.

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Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream icons added to Nintendo Switch Online

April 15: Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream is here, and Nintendo is celebrating with some new icons on Switch Online. They can be claimed on both Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 now with an active membership. Per usual, icons are available for characters, backgrounds, and frames....

The big picture: Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream icons added to... — could shake up the gaming landscape.

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Mariska Hargitay Believes ‘Law & Order: SVU’ Will Get To 30 Seasons, Hopes For Benson-Stabler Reunion & Teases Season 27 Finale

Law & Order: SVU, the longest-running primetime drama on American television, is set to return for a 28th season on NBC in 2026-27, part of a two-season pickup the venerable crime drama from Dick Wolf received last year. The series’ future has long hinged on its star and execu...

Deadline reports: Mariska Hargitay Believes ‘Law & Order: SVU’ Will... — this is generating industry buzz.

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Flurry Of Protests As WBD Shareholders Set To Vote On Paramount Merger

As Warner Bros. Discovery shareholders prepared to cast their votes on the company’s proposed sale to Paramount, Sen. Cory Booker (D-NJ) released a 13-minute video titled Warner Bros-Paramount Merger, the Corporate Propaganda Monopoly: Ellison Media Cartel DEEP DIVE. The WGA g...

Why it matters: Flurry Of Protests As WBD Shareholders Set To... may set a new benchmark for the genre.

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Does Clothing Recycling Really Work?

Collection services offer convenience, but most garments are shredded into low-grade stuffing or sent abroad to an uncertain fate.

NY Times Science reports: Does Clothing Recycling Really Work? — this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.

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‘House of Stassi,’ Khloé Kardashian’s ‘The Girls’ Among More Series Orders Announced by Hulu at ‘Get Real’ Event

“Vanderpump Rules” and “Vanderpump Villa” star Stassi Schroeder is set to star in the new Hulu series “House of Stassi,” while Khloé Kardashian is behind the new reality series “The Girls.” Those were two of the announcements revealed Wednesday during Hulu’s “Get Real” event. ...

Variety reports: ‘House of Stassi,’ Khloé Kardashian’s ‘The Girls’ Among... — this signals where Hollywood is headed.

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Brigandine Abyss announced for Nintendo Switch 2 [update: release date]

February 12: Happinet is making Brigandine Abyss for Nintendo Switch 2, the company revealed today. It’s launching later in 2026. Brigandine Abyss is a new fantasy war strategy RPG. With the game, players will experience the story of a powerful empire scheming to conquer the c...

Bottom line from Nintendo Everything: this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.

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Russell Brand Admits to Sleeping With a 16-Year-Old When He Was 30: ‘I Think It Is Exploitative’

Russell Brand recently appeared on “The Megyn Kelly Show” and admitted to sleeping with a 16-year-old when he was 30. While he made sure to note that the age of consent in the United Kingdom is 16, he admitted that sleeping with someone so much younger than him was “exploitati...

Bottom line from Variety: this is generating industry buzz.

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‘Margo’s Got Money Troubles’ Showrunner David E. Kelley & EP Eva Anderson Talk Nicole Kidman’s “Believable” Character Lace

SPOILER ALERT: This post contains plot details for Episode 4 of Margo’s Got Money Troubles, titled “Buddies.” Nicole Kidman’s Lace enters the ring in the latest episode of Margo’s Got Money Troubles, and her character is a new addition to the story in TV form versus Rufi Thorp...

The big picture: ‘Margo’s Got Money Troubles’ Showrunner David E. Kelley... — may set a new benchmark for the genre.

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‘The Bachelor’ Franchise “Is Not Going Anywhere,” Says ABC Unscripted Boss

Rob Mills spoke to The Hollywood Reporter about the state of the reality dating franchise in wake of Taylor Frankie Paul's 'Bachelorette' season being shelved, and didn't completely rule out her season ever being revived.

Why it matters: ‘The Bachelor’ Franchise “Is Not Going Anywhere,” Says... could reshape the box office conversation.

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‘The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives’ Sets ‘Orange County’ Spinoff With TikTok Stars Aspyn Ovard, Avery Woods and More

Hulu’s “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” is heading to the O.C. Hulu was set to announce Wednesday that it has ordered the series “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives: Orange County,” a spinoff series set to premiere sometime later this year. The O.C. edition reps the first offs...

The big picture: ‘The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives’ Sets ‘Orange... — reflects evolving audience tastes.

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Image: Belts of green in the Washington suburbs

Along the northeast side of the Capital Beltway in Maryland, green spaces weave through the developed landscape.

Why it matters: Image: Belts of green in the Washington suburbs challenges existing scientific assumptions.

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Stassi Schroeder Sets Reality Series ‘House Of Stassi’ At Freeform & Hulu To Debut This Summer — Watch Trailer

Disney is getting into business with one of reality TV’s most notorious stars, Stassi Schroeder. Freeform and Hulu’s new reality series House of Stassi will debut this summer, the company revealed during its Get Real unscripted TV event Wednesday. Along with the announcement, ...

Bottom line from Deadline: this reflects evolving audience tastes.

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‘The Secret Lives Of Mormon Wives’ Is Getting Its Orange County Spinoff, But, No, Jen Affleck Is Not The Star

As the stars of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives have had an eventful few months, one of the major narratives has been the rumor that Jen Affleck would headline her own Orange County spinoff. The spinoff was always true but Affleck is not the headliner. Hulu has officially ord...

Why it matters: ‘The Secret Lives Of Mormon Wives’ Is Getting... signals where Hollywood is headed.

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Disney Boss Rob Mills on Restarting ‘Secret Lives of Mormon Wives’ Filming, the Future of the Bachelor Franchise and Casting Ciara on ‘DWTS’ After ‘Summer House’ Scandal

From Hulu’s “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” pausing production amid domestic violence investigations to ABC’s “The Bachelorette” being pulled just days before its premiere, Disney has had an rocky few months — and viewers are anxious to see what’s next. On Wednesday, Hulu s...

Why it matters: Disney Boss Rob Mills on Restarting ‘Secret Lives... is generating industry buzz.

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‘The Bachelor’ Will Return To ABC In 2027; “Better Days Are Ahead For The Franchise,” Disney’s Rob Mills Thinks

The Bachelor franchise has had a rough 18 months. Allegations of a toxic workplace and the departure of its two top showrunners emerged before ABC was forced to shelve an entire season of The Bachelorette as a result of domestic assault allegations against its star, The Secret...

Bottom line from Deadline: this reflects evolving audience tastes.

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‘Secret Lives of Mormon Wives’ Is Figuring Out How Show Moves Forward, Says Disney Unscripted Chief

"We wanted to make sure [the cast feels] good about returning. We never would have gone back if it was anything other than that," Rob Mills tells The Hollywood Reporter, while revealing more details about the hit Hulu reality series, how they courted 'Summer House' star Ciara ...

Bottom line from Hollywood Reporter: this is generating industry buzz.

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All The Songs In ‘Margo’s Got Money Troubles’: From Dire Straights To Clairo

Margo’s Got Money Troubles has no shortage of needle drops. The opening credits, which give viewers a glimpse into Margo’s imagination as well as the story to come, are set to Robyn’s “Blow My Mind.” With a main title sequence set up like that, one can expect many more recogni...

Why it matters: All The Songs In ‘Margo’s Got Money Troubles’:... signals where Hollywood is headed.

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Tyla Reveals Sophomore Album ‘A*POP’

"I feel like I just did something really fresh and so Tyla," the star previously teased to Rolling Stone

Rolling Stone reports: Tyla Reveals Sophomore Album ‘A*POP’ — this reflects the changing sound of the industry.

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What intentional communities can teach us about resilience amid global instability

As conflict intensifies in the Middle East, energy markets swing wildly and the cost of living keeps climbing, a pressing question is emerging for anyone who is tied in to the fluctuating energy and food markets: how do we build resilience?

Phys.org reports: What intentional communities can teach us about resilience... — this opens new research frontiers.

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Promiscuity and parental behavior in birds are driven by demographics, not the other way around

New research shows that variation in mating behaviors, parental care and differences in ornamentation of the sexes in bird species is driven by demographics rather than vice versa. An international team of researchers from the UK, China, Germany and Hungary looked at 261 speci...

Phys.org reports: Promiscuity and parental behavior in birds are driven... — this advances our understanding of the world.

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Nick Fuentes Has a Type, and His Own Fans Ain’t It

After two devoted followers represented his community in a CNN interview, the white nationalist pundit rewarded their loyalty by mercilessly roasting them online.

The big picture: Nick Fuentes Has a Type, and His Own... — could reshape the box office conversation.

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Chicken gene-editing advance opens path to drug-producing eggs

Chicken eggs are already used to harvest helpful proteins called antibodies to protect humans from viruses such as influenza. Now, a breakthrough at the University of Missouri could one day lead to chickens that produce other useful medical proteins in their eggs.

Bottom line from Phys.org: this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.

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Twin-sticker shooter Sektori confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2

According to a listing on the Nintendo eShop, Sektori is set for a new Switch 2 version. It’ll be ready to go on May 14, 2026. Sektori is a twin-stick shooter featuring techno music. It features a main campaign along with other modes, including Classic, Gates, and Assault. For...

Bottom line from Nintendo Everything: this could shake up the gaming landscape.

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Street Fighter 6 receives Year 3 character reveal trailer [update: Ingrid teaser]

June 6: As part of Sumemr Game Fest 2025, Capcom shared a Year 3 character reveal for Street Fighter 6. Sagat is up first this summer. Then in the fall, we’ll be seeing C. Viper. Early Spring 2026 will bring us Alex. Finally, in late spring of next year, we’ll be seeing Ingrid...

Bottom line from Nintendo Everything: this reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.

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Today’s Wordle answer and hints for #1769 on April 23

There's no need to lose your streak - here's the 'Wordle' answer for today The post Today’s Wordle answer and hints for #1769 on April 23 appeared first on NME.

NME reports: Today’s Wordle answer and hints for #1769 on... — this reflects the changing sound of the industry.

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Stellar flares may expand habitable zones around small stars

The search for life beyond Earth has traditionally focused on exoplanets orbiting sun-like stars, which is a G-type star. However, low-mass stars, which are designated as K-type and M-type stars, have rapidly become a target for astrobiology, primarily due to their much longer...

Bottom line from Phys.org: this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.

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Q&A: Scientists decode the logic behind cells' mysterious protein stockpiles

As far as research subjects go, it's not always easy to find common ground with a single-celled bacterium. Yet the more Paul Wiggins studies his model bacteria, Acinetobacter baylyi, the more he sees surprising commonalities between their behavior and our own as humans.

Why it matters: Q&A: Scientists decode the logic behind cells' mysterious... advances our understanding of the world.

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Tim Heidecker Wants to Erase Alex Jones From Infowars

The Onion has teamed with the writer and comedian to reimagine the conspiracy theorist’s digital empire: “Can you change what the word Infowars means to people?”

Bottom line from Rolling Stone: this could define this era of music.

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Twitch Is Testing New Feature That Lets Players Try Out A Game In Browser

Twitch has proven to be a very popular destination for gaming fans who want to watch other players take on their favorite games. But a new feature currently in testing may open up Twitch as a gaming platform of its own.The feature is called Game Lift, and there's only a single...

Why it matters: Twitch Is Testing New Feature That Lets Players... reflects the evolution of interactive entertainment.

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Cosmetics from waste? Microbial discovery unlocks greener route to high-value chemical products

Researchers at University of Toronto's Department of Chemical Engineering & Applied Chemistry have made a key discovery about how certain bacterial strains produce a set of economically valuable chemicals—opening the door to new, more sustainable production methods. The findin...

Phys.org reports: Cosmetics from waste? Microbial discovery unlocks greener route... — this challenges existing scientific assumptions.

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Google updates Workspace to make AI your new office intern

Google has introduced a host of new automated functions into Workspace, all of which are driven by Workspace Intelligence, its new AI system.

Why it matters: Google updates Workspace to make AI your new... signals a shift in how we use technology.

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Apple Maps adds in-depth F1 experience for Miami Grand Prix

The first F1 Grand Prix in the United States of the this season takes place May 3 in Miami. Ahead of that, Apple is rolling out a detailed Apple Maps experience with immersive 3D landmarks, racetrack details, navigation information, and more. more…

Why it matters: Apple Maps adds in-depth F1 experience for Miami... reshapes the tech landscape.

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The 'resource curse': Why natural resource abundance can be a double-edged sword

Natural resources—such as fossil fuels, water, and minerals—are materials found in the environment that are essential for life and highly utilized in production. Though these resources are viewed as essential to economic development and wealth, many resource-rich countries hav...

Phys.org reports: The 'resource curse': Why natural resource abundance can... — this opens new research frontiers.

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Elon Musk admits that millions of Tesla vehicles won’t get unsupervised FSD

Tesla vehicles with the company's Hardware 3 (HW3) computer actually won't receive unsupervised Full Self-Driving (FSD), CEO Elon Musk said on Wednesday's Q1 2026 earnings call. Approximately 4 million Tesla vehicles operate on the HW3 platform, meaning that a significant chun...

Why it matters: Elon Musk admits that millions of Tesla vehicles... signals a shift in how we use technology.

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Co-op chaos action RPG Cloudheim on the way to Nintendo Switch 2

Cloudheim will be appearing on Nintendo Switch 2, Noodle Cat Games revealed today. Launch timing was not shared. Cloudheim is a co-op action RPG with physics-based combat inspired by Zelda and Devil May Cry. You will explore islands and dungeons, smash monsters, loot and craft...

Why it matters: Co-op chaos action RPG Cloudheim on the way... may set a new standard for the genre.

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Measuring how stressed rocks 'sigh' before breaking could help predict geohazards

Too much stress can make even a rock crack. But before rocks reach their breaking point, they "sigh" a chemical warning by releasing nuclides, a type of atom defined by the number of neutrons as well as protons in the nucleus. Scientists have studied these naturally occurring ...

The big picture: Measuring how stressed rocks 'sigh' before breaking could... — challenges existing scientific assumptions.

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Hands on with X’s new AI-powered custom feeds

X's AI-powered custom timelines are replacing Communities, with Grok-curated feeds...and new ad slots.

Why it matters: Hands on with X’s new AI-powered custom feeds may redefine how we interact with devices.

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Kalshi suspended three political candidates from its platform for insider trading

Prediction market Kalshi has taken action against three political candidates, alleging that each was engaged with insider trading of information about their campaigns. The company implemented new rules last month aimed at preventing politicians and athletes from placing bets o...

Why it matters: Kalshi suspended three political candidates from its platform... reshapes the tech landscape.

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‘The Pitt’ Star Gerran Howell Will Always Root for Whitaker

The 35-year-old Welsh actor talks the HBO Max medical drama, why he’s seeking out projects that scare him and his love for independent films.

Hollywood Reporter reports: ‘The Pitt’ Star Gerran Howell Will Always Root... — this may set a new benchmark for the genre.

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Ecco the Dolphin: Complete will combine remasters and a sequel into one package

Last year, Ecco the Dolphin creator Ed Annunizata teased plans to remaster the first two games in the series and create an entirely new sequel. Ecco the Dolphin: Complete, announced by Annunziata's studio A&R Atelier, appears to be the result of that work. The game doesn't hav...

Bottom line from Engadget: this signals a shift in how we use technology.

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Rethinking augmented reality for children: Study finds key design gap

For decades, technology in schools meant desktop computers and basic digital instruction. Today, more immersive tools are beginning to reach children, changing how they interact with information and their surroundings. As these tools become more advanced, researchers at USF ar...

Bottom line from Phys.org: this adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.

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This volcano that 'slept' for 100,000 years was never truly quiet

For more than 100,000 years, the Methana volcano in Greece appeared dormant. No lava, no explosions, no ash clouds. It appeared extinct, like many other volcanoes today. An international research team led by ETH Zurich has reconstructed a detailed, long-term history of the Met...

Phys.org reports: This volcano that 'slept' for 100,000 years was... — this advances our understanding of the world.

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How a faster protein-screening tool could strengthen US rare-earth supply chains

To ensure a robust domestic supply chain in the U.S., Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) scientists are using bacterial proteins to separate the rare-earth elements that are ubiquitous in magnets, batteries, and electronics. These proteins, called lanmodulin, evolve...

Phys.org reports: How a faster protein-screening tool could strengthen US... — this opens new research frontiers.

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Baltimore Orioles Announce “Turnstile Night” Honoring Hometown Hardcore Heroes

The game against the Kansas City Royals will take place July 10th at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Baltimore Orioles Announce “Turnstile Night” Honoring Hometown Hardcore Heroes Spencer Kaufman

The big picture: Baltimore Orioles Announce “Turnstile Night” Honoring Hometown Hardcore... — could define this era of music.

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NASA eyes September for Roman Telescope launch

NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope team now is targeting as soon as early September 2026 for launch, ahead of the agency's commitment to flight no later than May 2027.

Why it matters: NASA eyes September for Roman Telescope launch could lead to real-world breakthroughs.

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Turning four into two: How duplicated genomes become diploid again

Genome duplication probably gave biodiversity a decisive evolutionary boost. A Chinese-German research team led by Axel Meyer from the University of Konstanz has now investigated the early phases of the process known as rediploidization. The results show that the fusion of chr...

Why it matters: Turning four into two: How duplicated genomes become... challenges existing scientific assumptions.

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Lululemon names former Nike exec Heidi O'Neill as new CEO

Lululemon announced on Wednesday that it has chosen former Nike executive Heidi O'Neill as its new CEO, effective in September.

The big picture: Lululemon names former Nike exec Heidi O'Neill as... — signals changing business strategies.

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AI for molecular simulations may not need built-in physics to deliver strong results

Simulating how atoms and molecules move over time is a central challenge in computational chemistry and materials science. Classical machine learning approaches to molecular dynamics (MD) encode fundamental physical principles directly into their model architectures, most nota...

The big picture: AI for molecular simulations may not need built-in... — adds a piece to a much larger puzzle.

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Southwest Air drops as US airlines contend with soaring fuel

Shares in the Dallas-based airline extended losses in aftermarket trading after Southwest declined to update its full-year profit guidance of at least $4 a share.

Why it matters: Southwest Air drops as US airlines contend with... may shift market dynamics.

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Tiny satellites face big data limits: How foldable antennas could change CubeSat missions

An origami-inspired reflectarray antenna developed by researchers at Institute of Science Tokyo enables CubeSats to achieve high antenna gain while fitting within the tight size constraints of small satellites. Weighing just 64 grams, it folds compactly inside a 3U CubeSat for...

Bottom line from Phys.org: this could lead to real-world breakthroughs.

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Ancient chicken bones reveal human management in Korea 2,000 years ago

Chickens and eggs are among the most common foods on modern Korean tables. Understanding their history can enrich our understanding of Korean food culture, agriculture, and animal domestication. It has been widely assumed that chickens dispersed from China to Japan through Kor...

Bottom line from Phys.org: this advances our understanding of the world.

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Failure on ‘Location Lost’: The ’90s Alt-Rock Pioneers Dissect Their 7th (and Final?) Record

Failure's Ken Andrews, Greg Edwards and Kellii Scott discuss Hayley Williams' guest vocals on their 7th LP before pondering the future: "I don't take it for granted that we will continue from here.”

Hollywood Reporter reports: Failure on ‘Location Lost’: The ’90s Alt-Rock Pioneers... — this is generating industry buzz.

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