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Richard Lewer wins Archibald Prize with radiant portrait of traditional healer Iluwanti Ken

Melbourne-based artist Richard Lewer has been awarded the prestigious Archibald Prize for his life-sized portrait of senior artist and ngangkari (traditional healer) Iluwanti Ken.

The Conversation 7 min read

'Like a microscopic Predator': Chinese scientists create tiny robotic vacuum to hunt radioactive pollution and clean the world's oceans

Chinese scientists created light-driven micromotors that actively capture uranium from water, offering a new approach to resource extraction challenges.

TechRadar 4 min read

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Archibald prize 2026: Richard Lewer’s portrait of artist Iluwanti Ken wins $100,000

Australia’s most prominent portrait prize was announced on Friday at the Art Gallery of NSW, where the finalist exhibition will open on Saturday

The Guardian - AU 6 min read

The diet that could slash your risk of developing high blood pressure by almost a third

Making a few simple changes to your plate could drastically improve health, say researchers

The Independent UK 5 min read

How to grow clematis – 5 things you need to know for stunning climbing displays every year

Guarantee tons of attractive blooms

Ideal Home 6 min read

For preschoolers, fear of new foods is common — and responding can feel anything but simple

Feeding children can be challenging. It is sometimes hard to know if you’re getting it right.

The Conversation 8 min read

Silent Hill and Angry Birds are inducted into World Video Game Hall of Fame

Mobile title is a part of video game history.

Dot Esports 3 min read

This Is the Ideal Height to Get Supports in Place for Your Flowers – Act Quickly, or You Could Risk Damaging Plants

Discover when to support perennials for healthy plants and beautiful displays

Homes & Gardens 6 min read

Lidl's Hanging Basket Watering Wand Is About to Revolutionize Your Gardening Routine – It Will Make Reaching Awkward Spots Effortless

This ergonomic want will make watering high spots so much easier

Homes & Gardens 4 min read

7 Indian Snacks That Are Surprisingly Good for Your Health

For years, snacks have often been blamed for weight gain, low energy, and unhealthy eating habits, especially in a world dominated by packaged chips, sugary biscuits, and processed fast food. Yet many traditional Indian snacks tell a completely different story. Long before protein bars and imported health foods became trendy,…

Times Life 8 min read

California Spent $450 Million on a Failed 911 System. Now, the State Is Restarting the Project.

The state’s attempt to overhaul its antiquated 911 system resulted in delays and lost calls.

Reason 4 min read

Venezuela Says It Removed Nuclear Material After U.S. Strike Near Former Reactor

Venezuela said Thursday it carried out a secure operation to contain, extract, and transport by land and ship the remaining nuclear material from the RV-1 Experimental Reactor, which ended its operational cycle in 1991, after the level of risk increased following a U.S. military attack in January.

Latin Times 4 min read

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Expect the Data Center Backlash To Get Worse

Despite their limited negative externalities and extreme economic importance, people's hatred of data centers is only growing.

Reason 6 min read

What to know about the federal rule that Texans have used to mail in abortion pills

In 2023, the Food and Drug Administration started allowing mifepristone to be delivered by mail. The federal courts are deciding whether to pull that permission.

The Texas Tribune 9 min read

Immigration enforcement guidance for warrantless arrests falls short, federal judge says

A federal judge says instructions received by immigration enforcement officers to make civil immigrant arrests without warrants do not meet probable cause standards and should not used as guidance

The Independent UK 3 min read

Deported Texas DACA recipient returned to U.S. freed after detainment

José Contreras Díaz, 30, was deported by ICE despite having valid DACA status. ICE returned him to the U.S. but detained him on April 29 after he landed in Texas.

The Texas Tribune 4 min read

Increasing border checks across Europe test Schengen free movement

France has repeatedly extended controls at its borders since 2015, with the latest prolongation now running until 31 October – as similar measures across Europe raise fresh questions about the future of passport-free travel in the European Union.

Radio France Internationale 6 min read

Former China defence ministers convicted of corruption in latest purge of military leaders

Ex-defence ministers, Li Shangfu and Wei Fenghe both sentenced to death with a two-year reprieve, among the most severe sentences in a years-long purge

The Guardian - UK 3 min read

Trump news at a glance: US and Iran exchange fire, which president calls ‘love tap’

Skirmishes threw into question the viability of shaky ceasefire that had largely held for previous month – key US politics stories from 7 May at a glance

The Guardian - US 6 min read

DeSantis says 'Alligator Alcatraz' immigration detention center always was meant to be temporary

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis says the immigration detention center known as “Alligator Alcatraz” always was meant to be temporary

The Independent UK 3 min read

GameStop CEO opens eBay storefront to pay for potential eBay acquisition

Ryan Cohen selling tube socks and baseball cards after offering $55.5bn, although source of funds remains unclear

The Guardian - US 3 min read

Gas power leapfrogs wind for first time in 10 years in Texas’ grid connection queue

Data centers are largely driving the sudden rise in natural gas power projects on the waiting list to connect to Texas' grid.

The Texas Tribune 9 min read

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Rubio announces new Cuba sanctions

The new sanctions show the Trump administration is pushing forward for regime change in Cuba.

Axios 3 min read

Japan's Sony reports declining profit but expects a record for this year

Japanese electronics and entertainment giant Sony has reported a 3.4% drop in its annual profit but projects a comeback to record profits for the current fiscal year

The Independent UK 2 min read

Razer partners with 'P2P for AI' network to deliver over 11,000 unique images at just $0.01 per generation during its April Fool's viral 3D AI companion campaign — no cloud subscription needed

Razer used a decentralized GPU marketplace to generate thousands of AI images, achieving low costs and stable performance without cloud infrastructure.

TechRadar 4 min read

Motherboard sales 'collapse' by more than 25% as chipmakers strangle enthusiast PC market to build more AI chips — Asus projected to sell 5 million fewer boards in 2025, Gigabyte, MSI, and ASRock also expected to see reduced sales numbers

The combined sales of the four biggest motherboard manufacturers are expected to fall by at least 28% in 2026, with the entire industry selling 11.7 million less units due to increasing PC component costs.

Tom’s Hardware 3 min read

AbbVie Delivers Strong Q1 Earnings Beyond Humira. This Dividend King Still Shines.

Q1 earnings show this Dividend King still looks built for the long term.

Barchart 5 min read

Nvidia’s ISP piracy defense backfires as judge refuses to dismiss copyright lawsuit over more than 197,000 pirated books — scripts in NeMo Framework allegedly ‘have no other purpose’ than to speed up infringement

Nvidia said that its NeMo Megatron Framework has non-infringing uses and that it's not liable for any piracy that its users might do.

Tom’s Hardware 4 min read

From Pink Tax to Surveillance Pricing: Are You Paying More This Year Without Knowing It?

Mother’s Day often highlights household spending and how pricing systems in 2026 can vary among consumers in ways that are hard to see.

Kiplinger 7 min read

Why Was Donald Trump and Brazilian President Lula da Silva's Meeting Abruptly Closed to the Press?

Donald Trump and Brazil's president Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva held an unexpectedly closed‑door White House meeting on trade and security, intensifying scrutiny over what the two leaders discussed out of public view.

International Business Times UK 8 min read

ATF Rule Changes Could Ease Restrictions for Gun Owners and Dealers

While not groundbreaking, the regulatory shifts offer some welcome relief.

Reason 7 min read

California farmers must destroy 420,000 peach trees after Del Monte closes its canneries and cancels more than $550 million in long-term contracts

One Del Monte canning facility processed 30% of the state’s cling peaches, and its closure left growers with a glut of crops with no one to process them.

Fortune 4 min read

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California dysfunction puts backlash on the ballot

Years of visible dysfunction have hollowed out Democrats' case for competent leadership.

Axios 4 min read

Iranian hackers launch ransomware campaign looking to steal details via Microsoft Teams

An espionage campaign was concealed behind a ransomware attack by a commercial actor.

TechRadar 3 min read

The ‘PIE’ Permission Trap: Why Signing SSA-8240 Could Give the Government Real-Time Access to Your Private Bank Feeds

For millions of Americans receiving disability or Supplemental Security Income benefits, paperwork from the Social Security Administration often feels routine. Most people skim the forms,...

Saving Advice 7 min read

I'm a Financial Planner: Trump Accounts Are a No-Brainer if You're Eligible (How to Apply)

What's not to like about tax-efficient savings that grow with your child and may even get a $1,000 federal contribution? If you're eligible, it makes sense to sign up.

Kiplinger 6 min read

19 States Are Raising Minimum Wages in 2026—Here’s How It Impacts Women

The minimum wage landscape is shifting again in 2026, with 19 states implementing increases that will directly affect millions of workers. While these changes touch many households, women—especially those in lower-paying industries—stand to experience some of the most significant impacts. From retail and hospitality to caregiving roles, women make up…

Budget and the Bees 6 min read

CNN was Ted Turner’s brainchild. It faces a precarious future

Turner’s original vision is under serious threat these days

The Guardian - US 5 min read

Georgia Drivers Are Dealing With Longer Repair Times As Technician Shortages Rise Nationwide

Georgia drivers now face a frustrating new reality when their vehicles break down: long waits that stretch far beyond what most people expect. A repair that once took a couple of days can now drag into multiple weeks, leaving drivers scrambling for transportation. Busy shops juggle packed schedules while technicians…

Clever Dude 8 min read

How Pakistan became the primary mediator between the US and Iran

Pakistan has emerged as a central diplomatic broker in the conflict between the US and Iran. When announcing a pause to the US operation to guide stranded vessels through the Strait of Hormuz on May 6, Donald Trump said he had made the decision “based on the request of Pakistan”.

The Conversation 7 min read

Shark or sea monster? The Canadian marine mystery that still intrigues experts 90 years on

Debate continues to rage over whether a strange carcass found in 1937 was a new species or a basking shark. Either way, the case reveals how little is known about what lies beneath the waves

The Guardian - UK 9 min read

How the Declaration of Independence Captured American Hearts and Minds

[This post is excerpted from the new book, National Treasure: How the Declaration of Independence Made America (Avid Reader Press/Simon… The post How the Declaration of Independence Captured American Hearts and Minds appeared first on Reason.com.

Reason 10 min read

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This 26-pocket vest is my key to travel nirvana

If a backpack could be clothing, it would be the capacious Scottevest, a brilliant workaround to pesky TSA rules and airline carry-on restrictions

The Guardian - US 5 min read

“The Unquestionable Futility Of Existence?”: 79 Of The Wildest Real Estate Listings That Made It To The Market (New Pics)

A hot tub next to the kitchen. A bedroom with a bunch of old-timey creepy porcelain dolls. A live horse in the dining room. These are just some of the pictures that real estate agents and homeowners have posted as listings online. While they may not inspire many people to…

Bored Panda 9 min read

Hugh Jackman had the perfect response when asked if he's in Avengers: Doomsday – and I still don't believe him

Fans think he's given it away

Total Film 3 min read

“It was time to put all that behind us. Then he played me this one part for this new song and I was like, ‘Oh yeah’”: How Calvin Harris and Katy Perry buried the hatchet and crafted their groovetastic 2017 hit Feels

We analyse the un-escapable groove of Feels - which knowingly doffed its cap at Earth, Wind & Fire

MusicRadar 9 min read

Valerie Bertinelli mistaken for sex worker while with ex Eddie Van Halen on tour

Valerie Bertinelli and Valeri Kendall were mistaken for prostitutes by hotel staff when the pair tried to return to their respective husbands', Eddie Van Halen and Alex Van Halen's, rooms on the upper floor.

BANG Premier 3 min read

Robin Thede’s five proposal stories is enough to send women running

Comedian Robin Thede told Keke Palmer about the five different proposals she received from men—all of which she declined. All of the scenarios were chaotic to the point that a movie could be made out of this story alone. “I’ve been proposed to five times, and I’ve said no five…

The Mary Sue 4 min read

Former Star Fox actor says "that is not my voice" in the remake, but "I'm so honored to have been part of Star Fox history at all"

"We should all be very excited that after over a ten year break, we have Star Fox back in our lives," says Joe Zieja

GamesRadar 3 min read

Goldie Hawn responds to Death Becomes Her co-star Meryl Streep's 'beef' claim

Goldie Hawn has responded to Meryl Streep's claim of having had "beef" with her as Goldie was "always late to set" of Death Becomes Her.

BANG Premier 3 min read

Is the California Coastal Commission Finally Losing Some of Its Regulatory Powers?

The commission has tormented property owners and localities ever since it was created in 1976. Finally, legislative and legal efforts are undoing some of its abuses.

Reason 6 min read

In parched Texas, a state fund to boost water projects falls almost $3 billion short of demand

Ten water projects received initial approval to split $1.28 billion in state money this year, but 13 others didn’t make the cut — including one that may supply drought-stricken Corpus Christi.

The Texas Tribune 6 min read

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Round-the-clock renewables: New report says clean energy now challenges fossil fuels on price

The cost of battery storage has dropped more than 90 per cent since 2010, bringing the cost of renewable energy down with it.

Euronews 4 min read

It’s May and Colorado is covered in snow. Locals are loving it

Weather experts say the unusual spring snowfall could end up being Denver’s biggest May snowstorm in more than 20 years

The Independent UK 3 min read

Wind projects are stalled because the Pentagon isn't completing its reviews, industry group says

A clean energy group says the Pentagon is holding up the development of more than 250 new onshore wind farms on private lands by failing to complete its national security reviews

The Independent UK 6 min read

Brussels mulls scrapping methane fines amid energy crisis - leak

The draft text, circulated to EU member states, says penalties should not jeopardise gas or oil supplies during periods of market stress or crisis — a move likely to be seen as a concession to mounting pressure from industry and international partners.

Euronews 5 min read

Powerful US utilities secretly fund ‘grassroots’ groups to sway cities away from switch to public power

As communities push for publicly owned electricity, private utilities may be deploying dark money and local front groups to stop them

The Guardian - US 10 min read

Life 2 meters underground: Scientists discover hidden microbial oasis beneath Chile’s driest desert

Beneath the extremely dry surface of Chile’s Atacama Desert, scientists discovered a functional community of microorganisms that challenges what we thought possible for life. While the ground above remains one of Earth's harshest environments, a ‘hidden oasis’ lies about two meters down, protected from high solar irradiance and complete dryness.…

The Times of India 3 min read

Alaska’s 2025 mega tsunami highlights risk to cruise lines as glaciers retreat

Researchers say 481-metre wave in fjord was triggered by rockslide linked to climate crisis

The Guardian - US 5 min read

Some of California’s ritzy beaches have been overwhelmed by raw sewage and now spend half the year closed

Since 2018, more than 10 billion gallons of raw sewage have flowed into the Tijuana River, according to the International Boundary and Water Commission, and some of it has found its way to California

The Independent UK 5 min read

Texas’ 35th Congressional District primary runoffs: Who is running and what to know

Two Democrats and two Republicans advanced to May runoffs for the open San Antonio-area seat, which was drawn to favor the GOP yet is considered winnable for Democrats in a wave year.

The Texas Tribune 9 min read

In parched Texas, a state fund to boost water projects falls almost $3 billion short of demand

Ten water projects received initial approval to split $1.28 billion in state money this year, but 13 others didn’t make the cut — including one that may supply drought-stricken Corpus Christi.

The Texas Tribune 6 min read

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By threatening public safety grants, Greg Abbott exerts control over Texas cities

The governor’s threats have produced quick wins on hot-button issues important to the GOP base – immigration and perceived threats posed by Islam.

The Texas Tribune 6 min read

Venezuela Says It Removed Nuclear Material After U.S. Strike Near Former Reactor

Venezuela said Thursday it carried out a secure operation to contain, extract, and transport by land and ship the remaining nuclear material from the RV-1 Experimental Reactor, which ended its operational cycle in 1991, after the level of risk increased following a U.S. military attack in January.

Latin Times 4 min read

In Diverse Southwest Houston, Longtime Incumbent Hubert Vo Forced into Runoff Row

After 20 years in office, opponents say he’s become out of touch and absent. Now he must survive a runoff against Alief school board member Darlene Breaux.

Texas Observer 10 min read

Deported Texas DACA recipient returned to U.S. freed after detainment

José Contreras Díaz, 30, was deported by ICE despite having valid DACA status. ICE returned him to the U.S. but detained him on April 29 after he landed in Texas.

The Texas Tribune 4 min read

Texas agency that inspects jails doesn’t go far to find its new director

Ricky Armstrong had been interim director of the Texas Commission on Jail Standards, which monitors county lockups that mainly hold people awaiting trial, since February.

The Texas Tribune 3 min read

What to know about the federal rule that Texans have used to mail in abortion pills

In 2023, the Food and Drug Administration started allowing mifepristone to be delivered by mail. The federal courts are deciding whether to pull that permission.

The Texas Tribune 9 min read

Ken Paxton demanded Odessa freeze its tax hike. Then, he went silent.

Local officials in the West Texas city said they are legally unable to comply with Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s orders.

The Texas Tribune 8 min read

Texas Republicans have a data center problem

Data center construction is unpopular among locals, and a majority of the facilities are being proposed in red, rural counties. That puts Texas Republicans in a tough spot, as the White House has encouraged states to let the centers flourish.

The Texas Tribune 18 min read

Jury finds LA police officer not liable in death of teen killed by stray bullet in 2021

Valentina Orellana-Peralta, 14, was fatally struck by bullet as officer opened fire in a store while confronting a customer

The Guardian - US 3 min read

Marco Rubio And Pope Leo XIV Agree On The Need To 'Work Tirelessly In Favor Of Peace'

Secretary of State Marco Rubio met Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican on Thursday in a visit that placed one of the Trump administration's most visible Catholic officials face-to-face with the first American pope after the President openly criticized the pontiff.

International Business Times 3 min read

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U.S. Allies Reopen Their Airspace To Its Forces After Reported Backlash

Two Gulf countries reopened their airspace to U.S. forces after closing it earlier this week, according to a new report.

International Business Times 3 min read

Hormuz technically open for ships, but risks too high, says Indian National Shipowners’ Association chief

NEW DELHI: The Strait of Hormuz remains technically open, but commercial shipping is far from normal, according to Anil Devli, chief executive of the Mumbai-based Indian National Shipowners’ Association.

The Times of India 2 min read

Nepal opposition wants PM Balendra Shah to hold Lipulekh talks with India

Nepali Congress-led opposition MPs on Thursday pressed Balendra Shah govt “to move beyond diplomatic notes” and open high-level talks with India and China to “reclaim” Lipulekh, Limpiyadhura and Kalapani — Indian territories Kathmandu claims is theirs, reports Vishant Agarwala.

The Times of India 2 min read

LA mayoral candidate Spencer Pratt reposts scathing AI-generated ad

Viral video launches a day before Pratt is set to debate mayor Karen Bass and city council member Nithya Raman

The Guardian - US 3 min read

Bangladesh seeks China support for Teesta restoration project

DHAKA: The Tarique Rahman-led Bangladesh govt has sought China’s “involvement and support” for the Teesta restoration project, a move that risks clouding New Delhi-Dhaka relations, as the latter pushes India to work towards implementing the 2011 Teesta water-sharing treaty blocked by outgoing West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee.

The Times of India 2 min read

‘We Are the Stories We Tell Ourselves’: Rabih Alameddine On The Truth In Fiction

Rabih Alameddine is the author of ‘An Unnecessary Woman’, ‘The Hakawati’ and ‘I, The Divine’, in addition to many others. Among his accolades are the 2022 Penn Faulkner Award for Fiction and the 2025 National Book Award for Fiction. In this conversation, he discusses his latest book, ‘The True True…

The Times of India 5 min read

Why did Akaash Singh leave Flagrant? Andrew Schulz confirms heartbreaking podcast exit after nine years

Andrew Schulz announced Akaash Singh is leaving the Flagrant podcast after nearly a decade together. Singh is stepping away to fully focus on his growing stand-up comedy career and ongoing “Generational Triumph” tour after major performances, including a sold-out Radio City Music Hall show in New York.

The Times of India 4 min read

D4vd’s brother Caleb Burke breaks silence after TMZ claims and Celeste Hernandez backstage rumors explode

Caleb Burke denied rumors that he secretly brought Celeste Rivas Hernandez backstage at D4vd’s concert and criticized TMZ for falsely claiming he used the case to promote his music. Caleb clarified he was not close to D4vd for years, had already been making music long before the headlines, and only…

The Times of India 3 min read

Democrats' disaster scenario: Lawmakers despondent over "sickening" Virginia ruling

"Democrats now have to pitch a perfect game," one lawmaker told Axios.

Axios 4 min read

Polish President Says The Country Could Host The Troops The U.S. Pulled From Germany

Polish President Karol Nawrocki vowed to lobby U.S. counterpart Donald Trump to get the country to host the troops Washington pulled from Germany.

International Business Times 3 min read

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Trump Says U.S. Will 'Do the Job' Against Cartels if Other Countries Won'tzz: Sheinbaum Pushes Back

Trump's comments prompted a response from Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum, who said Mexico has intensified its efforts against organized crime and noted that Trump has taken a similar stance before.

Latin Times 5 min read

California dysfunction puts backlash on the ballot

Years of visible dysfunction have hollowed out Democrats' case for competent leadership.

Axios 4 min read

Trump Says Lula Meeting Went 'Very Well' Despite Surprise Cancellation of Joint White House Appearance

Spain's ABC correspondent described the cancellation as "an unusual change" for what had been expected to be a high-profile bilateral meeting

Latin Times 4 min read

Bill O'Reilly is Latest Conservative Figure to Cite 'Anger' in Trump Base Over Iran: 'Got to Move it or Midterms Are Lost'

"The growing anger in the United States," O'Reilly said, combined with "$5 a gallon" gasoline prices could have electoral consequences for Republicans

Latin Times 3 min read

Trump Questions World Cup Ticket Prices Amid Fan Backlash, Says He 'Wouldn't Pay It Either'

FIFA's president has argued that roughly 25% of group-stage tickets are available for under $300 and noted that resale markets in the United States drive prices even higher

Latin Times 3 min read

Trump's AG Says Citizens Who Obtained Citizenship 'Illegally' 'Should Be Worried' as DOJ Expands Denaturalization Efforts

Todd Blanche framed the effort as part of a campaign to protect "the integrity of the naturalization process"

Latin Times 3 min read

The Democratic civil war is just getting started for Chuck Schumer

With a fury "not comprehended in the least by a lot of folks in D.C.," one strategist said.

Axios 3 min read

Brickbat: Bad Day

A Tennessee special education teacher has been charged with assault for allegedly dragging a nonverbal 9-year-old boy across a rug at… The post Brickbat: Bad Day appeared first on Reason.com.

Reason 1 min read

Can Vijay usher in a new dawn for social justice in TN or will it be more of the same?

Tamil Nadu’s cinema superstar Joseph Vijay has scripted history by bringing an end to the Dravidian duopoly that had been ruling the southern state since 1967 when the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) first came to power. The long instituted Dravidian ideology of more than half-a-century, ways of life, and life…

Newslaundry 8 min read

Potholes – that’s what voters care about. But you wouldn’t know it from the local elections coverage

As I bounced dangerously around a Sussex road, I was reminded of the parlous state of our highways – and the serious neglect of local issues, says Guardian columnist Simon Jenkins

The Guardian - UK 5 min read

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CNN was Ted Turner’s brainchild. It faces a precarious future

Turner’s original vision is under serious threat these days

The Guardian - US 5 min read

A toxic, avoidable PPE scandal at the heart of the NHS

THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: As The Independent reports on thousands of cancer nurses left exposed to dangerous chemicals linked to miscarriages and infertility, it is beyond belief that this state of affairs is allowed to persist

The Independent UK 5 min read

4 tests, 1 question: Did SIR shape Bengal outcome?

On May 4, the BJP clinched 207 of 294 seats in West Bengal. It was historic. So was what preceded it.

Newslaundry 9 min read

Beyond anti-incumbency: What Kerala’s verdict says about the LDF

Kerala has a reputation for political predictability. Governments come, governments go, and every five years, voters quietly switch sides. It’s a rhythm the state has followed for decades. So when the Left Democratic Front (LDF) lost in 2026, it could have been dismissed as just that, the system doing what…

Newslaundry 26 min read

Neon signs, tiny aisles and the ambience of a panic attack. Britain, are you ready for the Chemist Warehouse experience?

The Australian pharmacy chain is coming to the United Kingdom. With its hectic and chaotic aesthetic, there’s no mistaking it for a Boots

The Guardian - AU 5 min read

The Guardian view on ceasefires that aren’t: Israel never stopped killing in Gaza – allies must reject any escalation

Editorial: The US is unlikely to pressure Benjamin Netanyahu to comply with truce terms. Europe must take action

The Guardian - UK 4 min read

The Guardian view on facial recognition technology: mistaken identities are a political issue

Editorial: Once again, digital tools are running ahead of regulators. Civil liberties must not be sacrificed to policing

The Guardian - UK 4 min read

If Labour now decides the PM is no longer up to the job, there’s just one problem: neither is anyone else

Whoever leads Britain through the next three years may have to navigate a recession, even a war. The way we choose that person needs an urgent overhaul, says Guardian columnist Gaby Hinsliff

The Guardian - UK 7 min read

'Resident Evil Requiem' DLC 'Leon Must Die Forever' Has Been Released by Capcom

Capcom has officially released the first DLC of Resident Evil Requiem called Leon Must Die Forever, and it is free for those who have completed the game.

Player One 2 min read

Netflix Just Quietly Released The Best Spy Thriller Of The Year

'Legends' tells the true story of British Customs agents going deep cover in a gripping Netflix series.

Inverse 4 min read

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59 Monthly Saving Tips That Might Help You Survive This Ridiculous World

Many people are struggling with their finances. Their main problem: the seeming inability to save money, whether for their future or for a rainy day. Fortunately, we have generous souls on Reddit who willingly offer valuable financial advice to those in need. Be sure to save this article for future…

Bored Panda 19 min read

'GTA Online' Confirmed to Get Major Summer Update That May Be Its Last

Rockstar Games has confirmed that GTA Online will get a major summer update, but reports are now claiming it might be its last.

Player One 2 min read

(PHOTOS) Rafael Amaya Looks Darker and More Dangerous in New El Señor de los Cielos

Rafael Amaya is back in black, black soul, and fans of El Señor de los Cielos are already treating the first official images from Season 10 like a major television event.

Latin Times 5 min read

30 Years Ago, Star Trek Created A Bizarre Controversy That Still Haunts The Franchise

Was "Tuvix" the most interesting moment of 'Voyager' or the weirdest?

Inverse 8 min read

I've Been Threatening To Rage Quit 'The Boys' For Years. This Was The Final Straw

'The Boys' has long been circling the drain. With its final season, it won't stop until it's dragged us all down with it.

Inverse 5 min read

Marvel Just Teased A Mysterious New Alternate Universe

Marvel Comics has announced a "terrifying new universe" arriving Fall 2026. But what exactly will it be?

Inverse 5 min read

44 Science And Technology News That Might Make You Fear For The Future

What once belonged purely to science fiction is steadily becoming part of everyday life. From automation to advanced tech concepts, people online are constantly discussing what the next few years could bring. This collection gathers some of the most interesting posts about the future and where things may be headed.

Bored Panda 68 min read

33 Years Later, A Classic Disney Fantasy Movie Is Getting Another Sequel

A Halloween classic is becoming a trilogy with yet another sequel reuniting its all-star cast. Here's what to know about 'Hocus Pocus 3.'

Inverse 3 min read

These 41 Random Memes Are The Exact Kind Of Nonsense Your Brain Needs Right Now

In a digital landscape that often feels like a marathon of breaking news and heated debates, finding a corner of the internet that prioritizes a chuckle is a rare gift. Positive memes are doing their small part to keep things a little lighter and help people hold on to some…

Bored Panda 6 min read

Archibald prize 2026: Richard Lewer’s portrait of artist Iluwanti Ken wins $100,000

Australia’s most prominent portrait prize was announced on Friday at the Art Gallery of NSW, where the finalist exhibition will open on Saturday

The Guardian - AU 6 min read

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How national treasure Martin Lewis earned his unlikely millennial icon status

IN FOCUS: The personal finance expert has made the unexpected crossover to being a Hunsnet-approved oracle, writes Rachel McGrath

The Independent UK 6 min read

Google Doodle celebrates Sir David Attenborough’s 100th birthday

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The Independent UK 1 min read

David Attenborough honoured with custom Google Doodle for 100th birthday

Sir David Attenborough has been honoured for his 100th birthday with a custom Google Doodle.

The Independent UK 1 min read

Linda Perry: ‘I can’t believe I’ve allowed this film about me to come out’

INTERVIEW: After a hugely successful career creating hits for Pink, Christina Aguilera and Gwen Stefani, the singer-songwriter behind 4 Non Blondes’ ‘What’s Up’ is back with her first solo album in 27 years and a documentary about her life. She tells Kevin E G Perry about her complicated relationship with her late…

The Independent UK 10 min read

Benjamina Ebuehi’s recipe for Mexican-style vanilla bean flan

An unadulterated, wobbly, joyous flan made the way it should be

The Guardian - UK 3 min read

Henry Holland's My London: Brat, Bistrotheque, and a love of Lime bikes

Designer Henry Holland does dinner (and negronis) at Brat and props up the bar at Bistrotheque

Evening Standard 5 min read

Experience: I am the best lightsaber fighter in Europe

Some people wear elaborate clothes and spin their sabers like in the movies, but if you fight theatrically you’ll lose

The Guardian - UK 5 min read

Kidnapping survivor says Nancy Guthrie could still return home

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The Independent UK 1 min read

Why Your Kitchen Sink Has More Germs Than Your Toilet (and What to Do About It)

Kitchen sink bacteria like E. coli thrive on food residue and biofilm. Learn how to prevent cross contamination with regular scrubbing, disinfectant, and clean sponges.

Medical Daily 7 min read

Laughing as Mini‑Exercise: How Laughter Affects Heart Rate, Stress, and Pain

Discover how a laughter mini workout triggers heart rate spike, cardio effect, cortisol drop, endorphins, stress relief, improved pain threshold, and lasting mood boost benefits.

Medical Daily 9 min read

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Brushing After Meals and How Acidic Foods Can Lead to Softened Enamel and Erosion Risk

Learn why brushing after meals can harm softened enamel, how acidic foods raise erosion risk, and why experts advise to wait 30–60 minutes before brushing.

Medical Daily 8 min read

10 Everyday Actions WHO Recommends for Better Health

Learn WHO recommended daily habits for better health including no smoking less alcohol healthy diet daily movement enough sleep stress management vaccines checkups and handwashing.

Medical Daily 8 min read

Why the hantavirus outbreak is different from the COVID-19 pandemic

While the outbreak is serious, public health figures aren't anticipating the next global pandemic.

Axios 4 min read

Does Skipping Meals Help You Lose Weight or Slow Metabolism? What You Need to Know

Skipping meals may aid weight loss short-term but can slow metabolism, disrupt hormones, and risk muscle loss without proper nutrition strategies.

Medical Daily 8 min read

‘Breakthrough’ drug for severe muscle wasting condition set for NHS rollout in England

Givinostat will be made available to eligible patients with Duchenne muscular dystrophy after its manufacturer struck a commercial deal with NHS England

The Independent UK 6 min read

The diet that could slash your risk of developing high blood pressure by almost a third

Making a few simple changes to your plate could drastically improve health, say researchers

The Independent UK 5 min read

Restless legs could be a sign you have an iron deficiency. Here’s what to know

One third of American women of reproductive age are iron deficient

The Independent UK 3 min read

Hantavirus cruise ship still days away from docking in Tenerife

The boat left the shores of Cape Verde at 6.15pm UK time on Wednesday, Oceanwide Expeditions said.

Evening Standard 5 min read

Four Ugly Stats Show James Harden Is Having a Miserable Playoff Run

Game 2 continued a trend for Harden in the playoffs. The stats back it up.

Sports Illustrated 4 min read

Austin Reaves, Lakers Furious With Refs After Game 2 Loss to Thunder

Austin Reaves and the rest of the Los Angeles Lakers were furious with the refs after their loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 2.

Sports Illustrated 4 min read

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'This Is A First': Honda Driver Says Battery 'Melted.' Then Mechanic Of 17 Years Can’t Believe What He Sees Under The Hood

Google searches and AI chatbots have made gathering car information easy for everyday drivers. Many customers will go to auto repair shops, thinking they can accurately describe the problem after doing a couple of web searches. But sometimes it may not be entirely accurate or even totally wrong.

Motor1 6 min read

Here's The Insanity of What Racing a Scooter At The Nurburgring Is Like

On a big ol' bike, 35 horsepower might not sound like much, but on a 50-kilogram two-stroke scooter? Sending it at the 'Ring is insanity.

RideApart 3 min read

P.J. Tucker Announces Retirement After Journeyman Career in NBA

Tucker is calling it quits.

Sports Illustrated 2 min read

Woman Asked Shop For Just An Oil Filter. Then A Veteran Mechanic Steps In: 'You Gotta Watch Out'

A woman asked a mechanic to change the oil filter without oil, and the mechanic was suspicious of the request.

Motor1 5 min read

Why Jauan Jennings Is a Perfect Fit for the Vikings

The top free agent receiver remaining is heading to Minnesota.

Sports Illustrated 4 min read

LiveWire's 2026 Has Been Positive, But Also Illustrates How Stats Can Mislead You

If I sold one bike last year, and I sold two bikes this year, guess what? That means my sales jumped by 100 percent! Cool story, right? That's the game Harley-Davidson's LiveWire is playing.

RideApart 4 min read

Aprilia’s Rainy Test Day Might Actually Matter More Than A Race Win

The first outing of Aprilia's 850cc MotoGP prototype at Jerez signals a major shift in racing philosophy.

RideApart 4 min read

I Didn’t Need A New Motorcycle Helmet Until I Saw AGV's K7

The new AGV K7 motorcycle helmet delivers wide vision, comfort, and stability in a package that feels a little too convincing.

RideApart 4 min read

Slate Auto Gets One Step Closer To Building Its Affordable EV Truck

The company appears to have completed several milestones to begin production by the end of this year.

InsideEVs 3 min read

What's behind Washington's AI safety pivot

New signals of possible changes ahead of President Trump's trip to China next week.

Axios 5 min read

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This New Tech Completely Changes How The Brake Pedal Works

Brembo’s new fluid-free, brake-by-wire system is a big departure, and it’s already coming in a production car, but we don't know which one.

InsideEVs 3 min read

Kempower’s New EV Fast Charger Can Do What Tesla’s Supercharger Can’t

Superchargers are everywhere, but they can’t quite match Kempower’s new Mega Flex Satellite in terms of flexibility.

InsideEVs 3 min read

Opel Says This EV Is A True Hot Hatch. The Specs Back It Up

The new Opel Corsa GSE EV has the power and the upgrades to deserve being called a hot hatch, ticking all the right enthusiast boxes.

InsideEVs 3 min read

Hey Dad! We built an app: How college students with no coding experience pulled it off

After a summer working for Congress, the three of us had the same realization.

Axios 4 min read

Lexus Revealed Its First-Ever 3-Row Electric SUV. Check Out The TZ

The Lexus TZ arrives with blocky styling, 300 miles of range, and standard all-wheel drive. It's the brand's very first three-row EV.

InsideEVs 4 min read

OpenAI makes its rival to Anthropic's Mythos more widely available to cyber defenders

Recent security testing suggests that GPT-5.5. model is nearly as good at finding and exploiting software bugs as Anthropic's Mythos Preview.

Axios 3 min read

Volkswagen Says Its Latest EVs Are 70-80% As Profitable As Gas Cars

VW's profit margins on EVs willl be slim until its next-generation SSP architecture arrives later this decade, its CFO said.

InsideEVs 4 min read

Behind the Curtain: Intelligence explosion

Anthropic co-founder Jack Clark tells Axios: "What I'm looking at is a technological trend where, if anything, the speed will accelerate further."

Axios 6 min read

Artemis astronauts may find remnants of a 'decapitated' asteroid's impact on the moon

An ancient impact may have scattered material from deep inside the moon toward NASA's planned Artemis landing sites near the lunar south pole.

Space 3 min read

A 29-pound Mars rock held NASA's Curiosity rover hostage for 6 days (video)

The rock is nicknamed "Atacama."

Space 3 min read

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'Saros' nails the cosmic horror and bullet-hell action assignments, but it falls short as a roguelite

PlayStation and Housemarque's follow-up to Returnal packs a punch and makes great use of PS5's unique features, but it's often at odds with itself.

Space 9 min read

Where does Earth's mysterious 'ring current' come from? NASA and the US Space Force are launching a mission to find out

NASA, working with the Space Force, plans to launch a space weather mission later this month to study a strange "ring current" surrounding our planet.

Space 6 min read

'Star Wars: Galactic Racer': Release date, trailers, gameplay & everything we know about the return of podracing

Now this is podracing... and speeder racing... and speeder bike racing...

Space 7 min read

Moon joy at Jupiter | Space photo of the day for May 7, 2026

NASA's Juno spacecraft captured a photo of Jupiter's moon Thebe.

Space 2 min read

Here's what 6 years of driving on Mars did to the wheels on NASA's Curiosity rover (video)

A new video released by NASA/JPL documents six years of Curiosity rover's wheels while driving on Mars.

Space 5 min read

How do the biggest black holes in the universe form? Ripples in spacetime provide a clue

Merging black holes and neutron stars have unusual oval orbits prior to colliding and merging, which challenge the laws of physics.

Space 5 min read

Artemis 2 moon launch brought nearly 350,000 people to Florida's Space Coast

About 346,000 U.S. visitors — roughly the equivalent of the population of Honolulu, Hawaii — came to Florida's Space Coast during the Artemis 2 launch campaign.

Space 3 min read

Promising drug found to double survival rate for advanced pancreatic cancer patients

Survival time almost doubled among advanced cancer patients after taking new drug

The Independent UK 4 min read

Brownsville bajo la influencia

Los registros revelan cómo los intereses especiales del GNL han moldeado las decisiones de los líderes municipales y del condado para ignorar las preocupaciones de la comunidad de Laguna Madre respecto a la expansión de los combustibles fósiles.

Texas Observer 31 min read

The Gas Peddle

Special interests spent years influencing city and county leaders’ decisions to ignore Laguna Madre community concerns about a fossil fuel build-out.

Texas Observer 25 min read

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Country diary: A lesson in camouflage from a cucumber spider

Staunton Country Park, Havant: Against my black fleece, this arachnid is startlingly vivid. In the fresh green of the beech canopy, it disappears

The Guardian - UK 3 min read

Diesel prices squeeze US farmers ‘barely getting by’ amid tariffs and drought

US war with Iran drives diesel fuel prices up during spring planting season, ‘hitting us at the wrong time’, farmers say

The Guardian - US 7 min read

Can a sprawling city make public transit work? Sydney may be on the right track

With transport set to be Australia’s top-emitting sector by 2030, officials have recognised the need to invest

The Guardian - UK 5 min read

How to drive progress on the green transition

Letters: Readers respond to an editorial on the need to speed up the shift to renewables

The Guardian - UK 4 min read

Shark or sea monster? The Canadian marine mystery that still intrigues experts 90 years on

Debate continues to rage over whether a strange carcass found in 1937 was a new species or a basking shark. Either way, the case reveals how little is known about what lies beneath the waves

The Guardian - UK 9 min read

‘At a crossroads’: will piling-up crises force Europe to put brakes on SUV culture?

Bigger cars including electric can cause multiple harms, yet resistance to rise of US-style vehicles has had mixed support

The Guardian - UK 10 min read

Country diary: Remembering a woman who gave so much to this village

Inkpen, Berkshire: There is far less birdsong now than in Lillian Watts’s day, but it is down to her that there is any at all

The Guardian - UK 3 min read

Vienna’s public transport is the envy of the world – so why can’t it ditch cars?

Austrian capital mulls expanding tram network and park-and-ride car parks in effort to reduce private vehicle use

The Guardian - UK 6 min read

Summer, Who? Here’s Why A Winter Road Trip Is A Traveller’s Best-Kept Secret

Why should summer get all the glory?

Pedestrian.tv 3 min read

Gateway to the South Downs: take the train to a picture-perfect village with a cracking pub

The West Sussex village of Amberley, near Arundel, is easy to reach by train and offers great hiking in the national park, castles and a newly reopened pub with a focus on local food

The Guardian - UK 7 min read

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‘The heart of Munich’s underground scene’: exploring edgy Schlachthofviertel

Butcher’s shops and dive bars sit side by side in a district where you can swap the touristy beer halls of the city centre for raw creative energy

The Guardian - UK 4 min read

‘It feels like an independent republic’: Madrid’s new arty barrio of Carabanchel

This traditional neighbourhood ‘across the river’ is where the city’s creatives are heading as the centre heats up

The Guardian - UK 4 min read

Tell us about your favourite railway trip in Europe

Share a tip on a great train journey you’ve taken, whether long or short. The best tip wins £200 towards a Coolstays break

The Guardian - UK 2 min read

‘Neighbourhood renaissance’: once noble La Sanità in Naples is open for business again

After decades in the shadows, the residents of this historic quarter came together to launch local businesses and make the area an attractive proposition once more

The Guardian - UK 5 min read

‘A diverse and convivial village’: the urban eye candy of Notre-Dame du Mont, Marseille

This buzzy quarter is best enjoyed on one of the many tree-lined terraces, eating gourmet wraps, sipping bio wine and listening to live jazz

The Guardian - UK 4 min read

‘The air resounds with a Babel’s Tower of languages’: why I wrote a novel based in Victoria Square, Athens

It once housed the fanciest shops and restaurants in Greece’s capital city – then it crashed. Now the area is reborn as a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood

The Guardian - UK 9 min read

For Dermot O'Leary, the only way is Ireland

Whether he’s harvesting oysters in Sligo, swimming in a turquoise cove in Wexford or hunting for white pudding in Cork, the TV host loves every inch of the Emerald Isle

Evening Standard 6 min read

Forget Tokyo and Hong Kong, Seoul is summer's hot Asian capital

It’s easy to fall in love with Seoul but it does require research. Lucy Thackray has your guide

Evening Standard 5 min read