Month: May 2025
The Voice Season 27 Winner Revealed
Find out if Team Adam Levine, Team John Legend, Team Kelsea Ballerini or Team Michael Bublé won during The Voice‘s season 27 finale on May 20. If The Voice is your everything, we have news for you. Adam David was announced the winner of season 27 during the NBC singing competition series’ May 20 finale,…
Police investigation into UK retail hacks focuses on English-speaking youths
Detectives investigating cyber attacks on UK retailers are focussing on a notorious cluster of cyber criminals known to be young English-speakers, some of them teenagers, police have revealed. For weeks speculation has mounted that disruptive attacks on M&S, Co-op, Harrods and some US retailers could be the work of a hacking community called Scattered Spider.…
12,000 chicks found abandoned in postal truck raise concerns about animal shipping
By Lydia Calitri A Delaware animal shelter is working to find new homes for thousands of chicks that were left abandoned in a U.S. Postal Service truck for three days. Delaware’s Department of Agriculture said it received a call earlier this month from USPS saying the Postal Service had an “undeliverable box of baby birds.”…
Apple Settles Claim for Siri Eavesdropping
Is Your Tech Listening? Apple Settles Claim for Siri Eavesdropping By Deni Ellis Béchard edited by Dean Visser The lawsuit, Lopez v. Apple, dates back to July 2019, when the Guardian published the allegations of an anonymous whistleblower—an Apple subcontractor whose job was to listen to Siri recordings to determine if the voice-activated assistant was…
Fires drove record loss of world’s forests last year, ‘frightening’ data shows
The destruction of the world’s forests reached the highest level ever recorded in 2024, driven by a surge in fires caused by global heating, according to “frightening” new data. In tropical regions, home to the most biodiverse and carbon-dense forests on the planet, fire became the leading driver of loss for the first time since…
‘A Gentle Rain’: A Relaxing Puzzle Game
Calm your brain at this quiet lake. A Gentle Rain is a tile-laying puzzle game for 1 or more players, ages 8 and up, and takes about 15 minutes to play. It retails for $22.99 and is available directly from Incredible Dream or at your local game store. There is also a Bloom Edition that…
‘Heart Lamp’ wins International Booker, with stories of India’s Muslim women and girls
Andrew Limbong The writer and advocate Banu Mushtaq and translator Deepa Bhasthi have won this year’s International Booker Prize for their book Heart Lamp. The book is the first short story collection to win the prize, which awards the best fiction translated into English. “Heart Lamp is something genuinely new for English readers,” wrote Max…
UK steps up action against Israel over Gaza offensive
The UK has suspended talks on a trade deal with Israel, summoned the country’s ambassador and imposed fresh sanctions on West Bank settlers, as Foreign Secretary David Lammy described the military escalation in Gaza as “morally unjustifiable”. The move follows warnings of starvation in Gaza after Israel launched a new military operation over the weekend.…
Mexican navy says ship’s pilot in deadly bridge crash was from New York
Officials say ship must be operated by specialized harbor pilot as investigation into crash that killed two continues The Mexican navy has said that the pilot navigating the training ship Cuauhtémoc during its Saturday night crash into the Brooklyn Bridge was New York-based. “The ship must be controlled by a specialized harbor pilot from the…
Why Sarah Silverman Believes Her Grandfather Killed Her Infant Brother
Sarah Silverman shared insight into the circumstances around her infant brother Jeffrey’s unexpected death and how her paternal grandfather Max Silverman was involved. Sarah Silverman is giving a glimpse into her family’s story. Over 50 years after the unexpected death of her older brother Jeffrey Silverman at 3 months old, the comedian said her father…
NOAA Has ‘Ground to a Halt’ as Lutnick Has Left Contracts Unsigned
A NOAA official says that “everything has ground to a halt” at the agency as staffers have waited for Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick to review more than 200 agreements By Scott Waldman & E&E News Howard Lutnick, US commerce secretary, during an executive order signing in the Oval Office of the White House in…
Kawaii is Back in Style With These Two Books
I am always on the hunt for fun books to use with my kids in art class, and these two are both enchanting and have tons of practical, easy-to-follow instructions to achieve cuteness. I don’t think Dani Badani (known for her Etsy shop FunUsual Suspects) could have guessed what effect she had on the world when she first…
DOJ charges New Jersey congresswoman with assault over immigration facility tussle
Ryan Lucas The Justice Department has charged Rep. LaMonica McIver, a New Jersey Democrat, for allegedly assaulting law enforcement officers outside an immigration detention facility last week. The charges were announced on social media by the interim U.S. attorney for New Jersey, Alina Habba, who previously served as a personal attorney for President Trump. According…
Larger, More Dangerous Hail Is Becoming More Common—Here’s Why
Larger, More Dangerous Hail Is Becoming More Common—Here’s Why The largest hail tends to form in “supercell” thunderstorms and seems to be becoming more common as climate change continues By Brian Tang & The Conversation US The following essay is reprinted with permission from The Conversation, an online publication covering the latest research. Hail the…
Sean “Diddy” Combs’ Had Pills to “Increase Sperm,” Assistant Says
During Sean “Diddy” Combs’ federal trial, his former assistant David James testified that the rapper had “25 to 30” undisclosed pill bottles in his regular travel bag. A member of Sean “Diddy” Combs’ inner circle is providing insight into his travel incidentals. Amid the mogul’s trial for racketeering, sex trafficking and coercion, his former assistant…
Mother of jailed British-Egyptian activist resumes full hunger strike
Laila Soueif announces life-endangering action in protest over continued detention of Alaa Abd el-Fattah in Cairo The mother of the imprisoned British-Egyptian human rights activist Alaa Abd el-Fattah has announced she has resumed a near-total hunger strike, stopping taking the 300-calorie supplements she had been consuming on her partial hunger strike for the past three…
Ministers consider easing winter fuel payment cuts
Senior government figures are discussing whether to reverse the controversial decision to cut winter fuel payments for millions of pensioners within weeks. More than nine million pensioners lost out on payments worth up to £300 after Chancellor Rachel Reeves restricted eligibility for the pension top-up last year. Discussions in government have included changing the threshold…
Jeremy Bowen: Goodwill running out as allies demand that Israel end Gaza offensive
Israel went to war after the Hamas attacks of 7 October 2023 armed with an arsenal of weapons mostly paid for, supplied and then resupplied by the United States. Israel, they say, must halt its new offensive, which Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says will destroy Hamas, rescue the remaining hostages and put all of Gaza…
Jennifer Lawrence & Robert Pattinson Share Secret to Their Sex Scenes
Jennifer Lawrence and Robert Pattinson shared that the secret to feeling comfortable during their sex scenes in the film Die, My Love was taking dance lessons together before shooting began. Jennifer Lawrence had no hard feelings about her sex scenes with Robert Pattinson. The Oscar winner revealed the secret to feeling comfortable with the Twilight…
Trump has imposed a lot of tariffs. But here’s why collecting them can be hard
Emily Feng In a flurry of actions, President Trump has imposed sweeping tariffs on imports coming into the United States, before pausing or retracting many. Still, tariff levels are higher than before Trump took office, as his administration seeks to boost U.S. manufacturing and raise revenue. But collecting on these tariffs is another matter. The…
El Salvador arrest prominent human rights lawyer
Eyder Peralta López has been an outspoken critic of Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele. She and her organization have documented human rights abuses in El Salvador — including inhumane conditions in jails and the extended state of emergency, during which the government has suspended many constitutional rights and imprisoned tens of thousands of suspected gang members…
UK now best placed country on trade – Reeves
The UK is now in a better place on trade “than any other country in the world”, the chancellor has claimed. Rachel Reeves said Britain’s economic growth was on course to be upgraded as a result of the country’s recent three trade deals agreed with the US, India and the EU. Reeves suggested the government…
TikToker Mikayla Nogueira Gives Update on Husband Cody After Rehab
TikToker Mikayla Nogueira, who revealed in April that her husband Cody Hawken was in rehab to battle his drug and alcohol addiction, gave an update on how “the light” is returning to his eyes. Get ready with Mikayla Nogueira as she gives a family update. Five weeks after her husband Cody Hawken finished a 45-day…
How Do Doctors Treat ‘Aggressive’ Prostate Cancer like Joe Biden’s?
How Do Doctors Treat ‘Aggressive’ Prostate Cancer like Joe Biden’s? What we know about Joe Biden’s cancer, prognosis and treatment options By Clara Moskowitz edited by Dean Visser President Joe Biden speaks onstage during the first day of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center on August 19, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois. Former president…
At least 50 migrants sent to El Salvador prison entered US legally, report finds
Cato analysis goes against Trump administration’s claim that only undocumented people were deported to Cecot At least 50 Venezuelan men sent by the Trump administration to a prison in El Salvador had entered the United States legally, according to a review by the Cato Institute. The report, published by the libertarian thinktank on Monday, analyzed…
Murder of Colombian model sparks outrage over rising femicides
María José Estupiñán, 22, was killed by a suspect who arrived at her house disguised as a delivery man, police say The murder of a Colombian model and influencer, now being investigated as a possible femicide, has triggered widespread outrage and renewed criticism of the country’s failure to protect women. María José Estupiñán, a 22-year-old…
For the first time, the U.S. is absent from WHO’s annual assembly. What’s the impact?
By Jonathan Lambert It’s the biggest global health meeting of the year. And the United States won’t be taking a seat at the table. This week, representatives from the 194 countries of the World Health Organization — minus the U.S. — are gathering in Geneva to discuss and vote on policies that will shape global…
Stack Overflow: 6 Books for May
On this roundup list, we celebrate my usual favorites: board books, books in translation, migrant stories, and even an early reader graphic novel that I enjoyed a bit too much. Let’s start with picture books: Micaela Chirif is an award-winning Peruvian author of children’s books and poetry, and I am glad that we are finally…
How Dinosaurs Shaped Fruit Evolution
For Fruit Seeds, Humans Are Modern-Day Dinosaurs By physically engineering their environments, megafauna such as dinosaurs curbed fruit seed sizes—a role that now may be filled by humans By Gayoung Lee edited by Sarah Lewin Frasier Join Our Community of Science Lovers! What do humans have in common with the dinosaurs that trampled through ancient…
What will a ‘reset’ deal mean for the UK’s economic growth?
There was much fanfare – and then lunch on the Thames – to mark the “reset” of the relationship between the UK and the EU with claims of a “huge” potential boost to growth. The deal does represent a significant breakthrough in deepening ties in the UK’s most important trading relationship and paves the way…
One/Size Powder Melt Is Finally Here & It’s a Glass Skin Must-Have
In an exclusive E! interview, Patrick Starrr shares how the new ONE/SIZE Powder Melt setting spray helps prevent cakey foundation and keeps your makeup looking fresh and radiant all day. We interviewed Patrick Starrr because we think you’ll like his picks. The products featured are from Patrick’s brand ONE/SIZE. Our writers and editors independently determine what…
Mexico mourns two navy cadets killed when ship crashed into Brooklyn Bridge
América Sánchez and Adal Jair Maldonado Marcos died in the wreck that injured 22 other crew members Mexico is grieving two cadets in the country’s navy that were killed on Saturday when the tall training ship Cuauhtémoc crashed into the Brooklyn Bridge. América Sánchez, 20, and Adal Jair Maldonado Marcos, 23, died in the wreck…
How treatable is prostate cancer? A doctor reacts to Biden’s diagnosis
By Rachel Treisman Former President Joe Biden’s office announced Sunday that he has been diagnosed with an “aggressive” form of prostate cancer, which has spread to his bones. But it said the cancer appears to be hormone-sensitive, “which allows for effective management.” Prostate cancer is the most common cancer among men in the U.S. after…
Where does your weather forecast come from?
Rebecca Hersher You’re about to walk your dog, but the sky looks ominous. You pull out your phone, open your favorite weather app, and see that it’s about to pour. You wait for the rain to pass. Or maybe you planned a summer vacation at the beach. A week before you’re supposed to leave, you…
Gary Lineker expected to leave BBC earlier than planned after antisemitism row
Gary Lineker is set to leave the BBC, with an announcement expected on Monday. Speculation is mounting the 64-year-old will step down after he presents his final Match of the Day next weekend. It is understood that Lineker, listed as the highest-paid BBC presenter, will also no longer present the corporation’s coverage of the World…
American Idol Season 23 Winner Revealed
American Idol crowned a season 23 winner May 18, with host Ryan Seacrest announcing the results after finalists John Foster, Breanna Nix and Jamal Roberts performed alongside major celebrities. A new American Idol winner is stepping into the spotlight. Host Ryan Seacrest announced Jamal Roberts as the season 23 champion during the May 18 finale as…
Black Hole Mergers Show Strange Mathematical Link to String Theory
Deep Math from String Theory Appears in Clashing Black Holes Researchers have shown that abstract mathematical functions from the frontiers of theoretical physics have a real-world use in modeling gravitational waves By Ramin Skibba edited by Lee Billings An illustration of two black holes about to merge and emitting copious gravitational waves. And as the…
Dry spring weather to make way for rain in parts of Europe
Polar jet stream to break down areas of high pressure, while cold winds could bring snow to South Africa The extremely dry spring weather in north-western Europe has continued this month, with swathes of the UK, northern France, the Low Countries and Germany receiving just 10% of their normal May rainfall. The summery conditions, caused…
As Oceans Warm, Scientists Fight to Save Lush Kelp Forests
See the Lush Kelp Forests Scientists Are Fighting for as Oceans Warm New research helps the “ocean’s veins” thrive under heat stress By Avery Schuyler Nunn edited by Sarah Lewin Frasier Join Our Community of Science Lovers! While free diving to photograph kelp forests along the California coastline, I’ve viscerally felt the consequences of finiteness…
Pope Leo, Taking Helm of a Divided Church, Urges Unity
Pope Leo XIV Presiding over a Mass in St. Peter’s Square on Sunday, Leo was inaugurated as the first American pope, in a ceremony filled with ancient and symbolic rituals. By Jason Horowitz Reporting from Vatican City Leo XIV on Sunday celebrated an outdoor Mass formally inaugurating him as the 267th pope of the Roman…
Analysis: Biden’s cancer diagnosis is another formidable challenge
Joe Biden’s half-century in politics has been an exercise in overcoming adversity. From the death of his wife and young daughter in a car accident in 1972, to two early and unsuccessful presidential bids, to the death of his eldest son at just 46, his decades in Washington have been defined by tragedy but often…
Low prices and Trump’s trade war are pushing these Northwest farmers to the brink
Kirk Siegler EATON, Wash. – Back in the New Deal era, the Northwest’s mighty rivers were dammed allowing barges to cheaply bring grain from the wheat fields of eastern Washington to the coast for export. Today, at ports along the Snake River, trucks unload grain to five-storey high bins along the banks. Most barges that…
Why Sister Wives’ Madison Brush Wants to Apologize to Robyn’s Kids
Perhaps Sister Wives‘ Madison Brush would agree that love should be multiplied, not divided. On the series’ May 18 episode, she revealed why she’d like to mend the rift with Robyn Brown’s kids. After saying a final farewell to late brother Garrison Brown, Sister Wives star Madison Brush was ready to let go of some…
Campaigners seek help amid search for victims of Argentina’s military dictatorship
Families of the ‘disappeared’ say kidnapped children may be living across Europe Women whose relatives were murdered and disappeared under Argentina’s military dictatorship will meet EU officials in Brussels on Monday to seek support for expanded DNA testing to identify missing children. A delegation from the Abuelas de Plaza de Mayo, a campaigning group, will…
Nissan open to making cars for Chinese partner in Sunderland, says CEO
Ivan Espinosa says UK plant will not be hit by cost cuts as Japanese firm reveals seven factories to close Nissan’s new chief executive has said the Japanese carmaker would be open to building cars for a Chinese partner at its factory in Sunderland after he confirmed it would not be closed in a round…
Joe Biden Diagnosed With “Aggressive Form” of Prostate Cancer
Former President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an “aggressive form” of prostate cancer that has spread, his personal office said in a statement May 18. Joe Biden is facing a major health battle. The former President of the United States, 82, was recently diagnosed with an “aggressive form” of prostate cancer that has spread…
Joe Biden diagnosed with ‘aggressive’ prostate cancer
Former US president Joe Biden has been diagnosed with prostate cancer that has spread to his bones, a statement from his office said on Sunday. Biden, 82, was diagnosed on Friday after he saw a doctor last week for urinary symptoms. The cancer is a more aggressive form of the disease, characterised by a Gleason…
FBI says primary suspect in Calif. fertility clinic bombing likely died in the blast
By Joe Hernandez Guy Edward Bartkus, 25, has been identified as the primary suspect in the fatal explosion outside a California fertility clinic Saturday morning. Investigators also said that they suspect Bartkus was the sole fatality in the Palm Springs blast, which injured four others. “We are working through some other technical means to positively…
Iceland’s Orca Pods Mysteriously Include Baby Pilot Whales
Friend or Food: Why Are Iceland’s Orcas Taking in Pilot Whales? Newborn pilot whales have been spotted mysteriously swimming among pods of orcas. Scientists are trying to puzzle out how the pilot whale calves got there and what happened to them By Marina Wang edited by Andrea Thompson A neonate long-finned pilot whale surfaces in…
Son Heung-min tells South Korean police he is victim of blackmail attempt
Son Heung-min has filed a complaint to South Korean police alleging he was the victim of a blackmail attempt, his agency said, after media reports that a woman had threatened the Tottenham captain with a false pregnancy claim. “The police are currently investigating, so we will let you know the results as soon as they…
A deadly explosion outside a California fertility clinic is investigated as terrorism
By Joe Hernandez A fatal explosion outside a California fertility clinic Saturday morning is being investigated as an act of terrorism, according to an FBI official. One person was killed and four were injured in the weekend blast that sent debris flying across multiple blocks in all directions, said Akil Davis, assistant director in charge…
All of the Celebrity Kids Who Have Competed on American Idol
Though Baylee Littrell, son of Backstreet Boys alum Brian Littrell, was eventually eliminated from the 23rd season of American Idol, he joined a long line of contestants with celebrity parents. Thousands audition, millions vote and on May 18 one contestant will be crowned the country’s next American Idol. But season 23’s top five—Breanna Nix, Jamal…
Bird-Watching Is Better When You Unplug
The Wonders of Bird-Watching without Tech By Derek Lovitch edited by Kate Wong A Boreal Owl emerges from its roost to begin its evening of hunting activities in Northern Minnesota. The Boreal Owl is a tiny but fierce gnome of the deep boreal forest—the belt of cold, wet, largely coniferous forest that encircles the North…
Israeli forces besiege Gaza hospital as Hamas offers truce terms
Israeli forces have besieged a hospital in northern Gaza as they continue an offensive to seize territory in the Strip, the Hamas-run health ministry has said. Medical staff and patients at the Indonesian Hospital, in Beit Lahia, came under “heavy fire… preventing the arrival of patients, medical staff, and supplies”, the ministry said on Sunday.…
Losing faith: Rural religious colleges are among the most endangered
From Hechinger Report By Jon Marcus DAVENPORT, Iowa — The Catholic prayer for the faithful echoed off the limestone walls and marble floor of the high-ceilinged chapel. The prayer implored God to comfort the poor and the hungry. The sick and the suffering. The anxious and the afraid. Then it took an unexpected turn. “Lord,…
Ten dead in ‘brutal’ attacks by Isis-linked militants on Mozambique wildlife reserve
Thousands have been displaced and conservation work halted as series of killings jeopardises decades of work in Niassa, one of Africa’s biggest protected areas One of Africa’s largest protected areas has been shaken by a series of attacks by Islamic State-linked extremists, which have left at least 10 people dead. Conservationists in Niassa reserve, Mozambique,…
New Google AI Chatbot Tackles Complex Math and Science
New Google AI Chatbot Tackles Complex Math and Science A Google DeepMind system improves chip designs and addresses unsolved math problems but has not been rolled out to researchers outside the company By Elizabeth Gibney & Nature magazine DeepMind says that AlphaEvolve has helped to improve the design of AI chips. Google DeepMind has used…
‘What the Hell Just Happened’ to the UK Eurovision entry?
Oh no, not again. For the third year in a row, the UK has crashed out at Eurovision, taking 19th place out of a possible 26. It feels particularly cruel this time because our contestants, Remember Monday, got a lot of things right with their song, What the Hell Just Happened. Most notably, they could…
Mexican Navy ship crashes into New York City’s Brooklyn Bridge
At least 22 people have been injured and three remain in a serious condition the after a Mexican Navy training ship crashed into New York City’s Brooklyn Bridge. Footage shows the towering masts of the Cuauhtémoc clipping the bridge as the sailing vessel was passing under the famous structure on Saturday evening. Parts of the…
Aubrey O’Day Reacts to Sean “Diddy” Combs’ Kids Supporting Him
Aubrey O’Day shared her thoughts on Sean “Diddy” Combs’ supporting him inside the courtroom at his sex trafficking trial. Aubrey O’Day has some thoughts on Sean “Diddy” Combs‘ kids attending his sex trafficking trial. The 41-year-old, a former member of his past girl group Danity Kane, spoke out after his children—which include Quincy, 33, Justin, 31,…
Paleontologists discover a 500-million-year-old, 3-eyed predator
By Alana Wise The fossilized remains of one Mosura fentoni — nicknamed the “sea moth” — were found in the Burgess Shale of Canadian Rockies, presenting researchers with new insight into animal life in the Cambrian period, according to a paper published this week in the journal Royal Society Open Science. “It gives it almost…
Mexican navy ship hits Brooklyn Bridge during promotional tour
Three of the ship’s masts could be seen snapping and partially collapsing after they brushed the bridge in New York City A Mexican navy sailing ship hit the Brooklyn Bridge on Saturday during a promotional tour in New York City, the top of its mast brushing the iconic span as it sailed through the East…
Real Ice Experiments with Polar Geoengineering to Refreeze Melting Arctic Sea Ice
Polar Geoengineering Experiments Bet Big on Freezing Arctic Ice Refreezing the melting sea ice in the Arctic is more complicated than you would think. The U.K. is funding geoengineering experiments like this one to curb the effects of climate change. By Rachel Feltman, Alec Luhn, Fonda Mwangi, Alex Sugiura & Jeffery DelViscio This story was…
‘Napalm Girl’ may be work of different photographer, World Press Photo says
Photo from Vietnam war is now at centre of controversy after documentary claimed it was taken by someone else The World Press Photo group has suspended the attribution of authorship for one on the most famous press photographs ever taken, after a new documentary challenged 50 years of accepted journalism history. The photo, officially titled…
Dakota Johnson Details Being Cut Off Financially From Dad Don Johnson
Dakota Johnson recalled how she had to forge her own acting career after high school when her dad cut her off as part of an ultimatum. Dakota Johnson was fifty shades of determined to make it on her own when she officially began her acting career. After not getting accepted into the famous Juilliard School…
What Makes Stars Twinkle?
The UniverseFridays What Makes Stars Twinkle? The quirks of light moving through gas are the cause of stellar twinkling, which can be a bane—and sometimes a boon—for astronomers By Phil Plait edited by Lee Billings Stay connected to The Universe: Get email alerts for this weekly column by Phil Plait Ah, it’s a lovely night…
Trump says he will call Putin to discuss stopping Ukraine ‘bloodbath’
Donald Trump says he will be speaking to Russian President Vladimir Putin by phone on Monday about ending the war in Ukraine, saying the call would be about “stopping the ‘bloodbath’”. In a post on Truth Social, the US president said the call would take place at 10:00 EDT (14:00 GMT) and he would then…
Latin American leaders spend millions to influence Trump’s White House
El Salvador’s Bukele has scored an Oval Office Trump meeting, nuclear deal and US prison support US government records reveal Latin American leaders have spent millions hiring Washington’s top lobbyists to push for a laundry list of requests – from free-trade deals, security assistance and energy investments – to be heard by the Trump administration,…
How Measles, Polio and Other Eliminated Diseases Could Roar Back If U.S. Vaccination Rates Fall
See the Dramatic Consequences of Vaccination Rates Teetering on a ‘Knife’s Edge’ As U.S. childhood vaccination rates sway on a “knife’s edge,” new 25-year projections reveal how slight changes in national immunization could improve—or drastically reverse—the prevalence of measles, polio, rubella and diphtheria By Lauren J. Young edited by Dean Visser Measles, rubella, polio and…
Why Heather Rae El Moussa Is Sick of Being Compared to Christina Haack
Though Heather Rae El Moussa is so flippin’ sick of the comparisons of her and husband Tarek El Moussa’s ex-wife Christina Haack, the HGTV star told E! News they’ve learned to “laugh it off.” Heather Rae El Moussa would love if fans could stop flipping out over her similarities to husband Tarek El Moussa‘s ex…
Hamas says new Gaza talks have begun, hours after Israel launched major offensive
Hamas says its negotiators have opened a new round of talks aimed at ending the war in Gaza, hours after Israel launched a major offensive. Taher al-Nounou, an adviser to the head of Hamas, told the BBC a new round of negotiations had officially begun in Doha on Saturday. There were no preconditions from either…
Opinion: A wealth of wisdom for a bargain price
Scott Simon There’s a new reason to go through that pile of papers you’ve plunked somewhere. Tests have established that a supposedly “unofficial” copy of the Magna Carta resting in the files of the Harvard Law School library for decades is an original, and, “one of the world’s most valuable documents.” The law school reportedly…
Venezuelans deported by Trump are victims of ‘torture’, lawyers allege
Lawyers hired by Venezuela have been unable to confirm ‘proof of life’ for 252 migrants imprisoned in El Salvador Lawyers for 252 Venezuelans deported by the Trump administration and imprisoned in El Salvador for two months have alleged that the migrants are victims of physical and emotional “torture”. A law firm hired by the Venezuelan…
The End of the Universe May Arrive Surprisingly Soon
The Universe May End Sooner Than Scientists Had Expected A new study suggests the universe’s end could occur much sooner than previously thought. But don’t worry, that ultimate cosmic conclusion would still be in the unimaginably distant future By Sharmila Kuthunur & SPACE.com An illustration of the remnants of an ancient, dead planetary system orbiting…
The first time we had ‘one big, beautiful bill’ we called it Reaganomics
Ron Elving Have some sympathy for the headline writers and TV chyron composers trying to describe what’s happening on Capitol Hill right now. Should they just call it the “budget bill” (yawn) or the “mega bill” (one eye opens) or the “gargantuan package deal”? Many simply succumb and adopt President Trump’s phrase “one big, beautiful…
‘Epic Factopia!:’ A Book Review
Factopia is back, and this time it’s EPIC! Epic Factopia is the 8th book in the series of interconnected fact books by Rose Davidson and Andy Smith. I’ve reviewed a number of these before, so you know the drill! The book’s subtitle is “Follow the Trail of 400 Extreme Facts, so we can expect more…
RFK, Jr. Is Completely Wrong about Autism, Say Scientists and Parents
What RFK, Jr. Got Wrong about Autism, according to Scientists A coalition of autism scientists has formed to counter RFK, Jr.’s misrepresentations of science and of autism spectrum disorder By Allison Parshall Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. speaks during a news conference at the Department of Health and Human Services…
Wisconsin judge’s case is rare but not unprecedented. There’s another near Boston
By Tovia Smith A Wisconsin judge pleaded not guilty Thursday to federal charges that she helped an undocumented immigrant facing misdemeanor battery charges slip out of her courtroom to evade immigration authorities. Milwaukee County Judge Hannah Dugan denies any wrongdoing and is asking for her case to be thrown out. Bringing criminal charges in a…
Supreme court blocks Trump bid to resume deportations under 1798 law
Administration’s appeal to quickly deport Venezuelans under Alien Enemies Act rejected with two dissenting The supreme court has rejected the Trump administration’s request to remove a temporary block on deportations of Venezuelans under a rarely used 18th-century wartime law. Over two dissenting votes, the justices acted on an emergency appeal from lawyers for Venezuelan men…
Julia Roberts Mourns Death of Beloved Dog Myrtle After 19 Years
Oscar winner Julia Roberts shared a heartwarming message while sharing the passing of her and husband Danny Moder’s dog Myrtle, who lived for 19 years. Julia Roberts has said goodbye to a woman’s best friend. In a touching tribute, the Oscar winner announced the sad news that her beloved dog Myrtle has died after spending…
Two firefighters and man killed in business park blaze named
Both firefighters worked at Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service and Mr Sadler was also part of the London Fire Brigade, Thames Valley Police said. Two more firefighters sustained serious injuries and remain in hospital, Oxfordshire County Council said. The fire was reported at about 18:30 BST on Thursday and rapidly spread through a former aircraft…
First Personalized CRISPR Treatment Gives Baby New Lease on Life
In World First, Baby Receives Personalized CRISPR Gene-Editing Treatment A CRISPR treatment seems to have been effective for a baby’s devastating disease, but it is not clear whether such bespoke therapies can be widely applied By Heidi Ledford & Nature magazine KJ Muldoon, a baby born with a genetic disease that affected his ability to…
Sun, Sand, and 60% Off? J.Crew Outlet’s Serving Summer Looks for Less
Vacation dresses, swimsuits, and warm-weather staples are all on sale—plus an extra 20% off $125+. Our writers and editors independently determine what we cover and recommend. When you buy through our links, E! may earn a commission. Learn more. If your summer wardrobe is feeling a little “meh,” J.Crew Outlet just dropped the cure: a sizzling…
Mexican woman charged in US with supplying arms to ‘terrorist’ drug cartel
María Del Rosario Navarro, 39, accused of conspiring to provide material support to Jalisco New Generation cartel A 39-year-old woman has become the first Mexican national to be indicted in the United States on charges of providing material support to a cartel designated as a foreign terrorist organization, according to the US Department of Justice.…
Yuval Raphael, a Hamas attack survivor, is representing Israel at Eurovision
By Itay Stern TEL AVIV, Israel — This week the Eurovision Song Contest is underway in Basel, Switzerland. The world’s largest song competition includes contestants representing 37 countries — including Israel, whose presence is sparking protest because of the war in Gaza. Israel’s representative in the competition, 24-year-old Yuval Raphael, is set to perform a…
Loneliness Is Inflaming Our Bodies—And Our Politics
Opinion Loneliness Is Inflaming Our Bodies—And Our Politics Medical research shows that social isolation is a serious chronic stressor. You can say something similar about its impact on our political system By Kim Samuel Hannah Arendt has been on my mind a lot lately. The 20th-century German-Jewish political philosopher escaped the Nazi Holocaust, and won…
Travis Kelce Makes Cheeky Taylor Swift Remark at Auction
Travis Kelce proved he’s his girlfriend Taylor Swift’s biggest fan as he had a playful response to a personal item she donated to his best friend and teammate Patrick Mahomes’ charity. Travis Kelce doesn’t have a blank space for Taylor Swift memorabilia. That’s because he already owns it. The Kanas City Chiefs tight end supported…
Nearly 100 people killed in Israeli attack on north Gaza, rescuers say
Nearly 100 people, including children, have been killed in a large-scale Israeli ground, air and sea attack launched early Friday in north Gaza, the Hamas-run civil defence and residents have said. The civil defence said at least nine homes and tents housing civilians had been bombed overnight and it had received dozens of calls from…
Almost 300m people at risk of death through starvation – report
Aid cuts, conflict, climate and economic shocks contribute to sixth consecutive rise in numbers facing ‘high levels of food insecurity’ Acute food insecurity continues to rise at an alarming rate, with almost 300 million people at risk of death through starvation, new analysis reveals. Escalating conflict and cuts to humanitarian aid along with climate and…
This Strange Mutation Explains the Mystifying Color of Orange Cats
This Strange Mutation Explains the Mystifying Color of Orange Cats Your orange cat may host a never-before-seen genetic pathway for color pigmentation, according to new studies By Gayoung Lee edited by Lauren J. Young Cats are arguably perfect. At least, evidence suggests that felines, which have evolved with minimal variation and maximal efficiency, have reached…
Is Britain really inching back towards the EU?
Listen to Damian read this article On a warm morning earlier this month, a group of Metropolitan Police diplomatic protection officers sat in an anteroom off the ornate entrance hall in London’s Lancaster House, sipping tea and nibbling chocolate biscuits, while upstairs a core group of European politicians discussed the future of European cooperation. It…
Too Hot in Bed? Shop 10 Cooling Bedding Must-Haves
Hot sleepers, it’s time to chill out. Discover your new favorite cool-down essentials from Slumber Cloud, Bare Home, and more. The products featured in this article are from brands available in NBCUniversal Checkout. E! makes a commission on purchases. Temperature regulation could be one of the reasons you’re having trouble falling asleep, staying asleep, and getting…
Guyana soldiers attacked three times in 24 hours amid tensions with Venezuela
Countries dispute ownership of Essequibo, oil-rich region where Venezuela claims it will hold elections this month Guyanese soldiers have come under attack three times in 24 hours in an oil-rich border region also claimed by neighboring Venezuela, which says it will hold elections there this month. Armed men in civilian clothing carried out three separate…
Two officials fired by Trump return to court to challenge his power
Andrea Hsu Appellate judges in Washington, D.C., will consider a key question on Friday: Does the president have the Constitutional authority to fire board members at agencies created by Congress to be independent of the White House? More specifically: Did President Trump overstep when he removed National Labor Relations Board member Gwynne Wilcox and Merit…
Kickstarter Tabletop Alert: Defeat the ‘River Rats’ with Cooperative Poker
The River Rats hold all the wealth—but can you work together to drive them into debt? River Rats is a cooperative poker-based game for 1 to 4 players, ages 10 and up, and takes about 20–30 minutes to play. It’s currently seeking funding on Kickstarter, with a pledge level of €15 (about $17USD) for a…
Newly Discovered Fossil Tracks May Rewrite Early History of Reptiles
Newly Discovered Fossil Tracks May Rewrite Early History of Reptiles Fossilized claw tracks discovered in Australia show that the animal group that includes reptiles, mammals and birds formed earlier than expected By Rita Aksenfeld & Nature magazine Illustration of an amniote animal thought to have left fossilized claw prints in Victoria, Australia. Join Our Community…
Lana Condor’s Target Picks Will Instantly Upgrade Your Summer
Lana Condor shares her favorite affordable Target finds for summer. From statement beach towels to her go-to maxi dress, these picks make seasonal upgrades feel playful and on-trend. We interviewed Lana Condor because we think you’ll like her picks. Lana is a paid spokesperson for Target. Our writers and editors independently determine what we cover and…
MPs to debate assisted dying bill again after major changes
MPs will debate a bill to legalise assisted dying in England and Wales for the first time since significant changes were made to it. The bill passed the first stage of the Commons last November – but since then the details have been pored over and dozens of amendments added by both sides. A vote…
Dick’s Sporting Goods is buying Foot Locker for $2.4 billion
Alina Selyukh Athletic retailer Dick’s Sporting Goods plans to buy Foot Locker, the seller of shoes in many a shopping mall, for about $2.4 billion. Dick’s is the largest sports retail chain in the U.S. It’s been on strong financial footing, but it doesn’t have reach outside the country. Foot Locker, for its part, has…
Judge dismisses trespassing charges against people crossing US-Mexico border
New Mexico judge rules immigrants did not know they were entering US military zone, marking setback for Trump A federal judge in New Mexico on Thursday dismissed trespassing charges against dozens of immigrants caught in a new military zone on the US-Mexico border, marking a setback for Trump administration efforts to raise penalties for unlawful…