Kickstarter Tabletop Alert: The Return of ‘Whale Riders’
Whale Riders travel up and down the Ice Coast to trade, and with the coming winter, there’s time for one more trip before everything freezes over. Whale Riders is a resource-management game for 2 to 6 players, ages 8 and up, and takes about 45 minutes to play. It’s currently seeking funding on Kickstarter, with […]
Gear Review: The RIG M2 Pro HD STREAMSTAR
One such upgrade you’ll be looking for is in your audio gear. RIG Gaming recently released the M2 Pro HD STREAMSTAR microphone, geared towards streamers, content creators, and gamers. They sent me one so I could share my thoughts with our readers. The RIG M2 Pro HD STREAMSTAR is a USB Microphone with built-in Bluetooth, […]
What Is a Galaxy?
The UniverseFridays What Is a Galaxy? Galaxies come in many shapes and sizes, and trying to define them is difficult By Phil Plait edited by Lee Billings A view of the spiral galaxy NGC 3982, as seen by NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope. Galaxies come in many different variations, but astronomers classify them into four main […]
The Strange and Surprising History of the Once-Rejected Zero
Zero Is Foundational to Modern Mathematics. But It Was Rejected for Centuries By Manon Bischoff edited by Daisy Yuhas I’m a zero at mental arithmetic. It’s true—I struggle with this skill—but I want to focus on the phrase itself. In our language, we often equate zero with something negative. But zero is the only real […]
Ukraine’s allies push for 30-day ceasefire starting Monday
Joanna Kakissis KYIV – Four European leaders joined Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Kyiv today in pressing Russian President Vladimir Putin to accept a 30-day unconditional ceasefire – or face more sanctions on Russia. “The ceasefire must be comprehensive: in the air, at sea and on land,” Zelenskyy told reporters. “It is quite possible to […]
Josh Peck and Wife Paige O’Brien Expecting Baby No. 3
Josh Peck’s wife of seven years Paige O’Brien is pregnant with their third baby. The couple are already parents to sons Max, 6, and Shai, 2. Josh Peck has found a way to grow his family. The Nickelodeon alum and his wife Paige O’Brien are expecting their third baby together, Josh announced Feb. 3. Sharing a…
Bonobos Can Tell When a Human Doesn’t Know Something
Bonobos Can Tell When a Human Doesn’t Know Something An experiment shows that bonobos can understand when a human lacks knowledge and point them in the right direction By Jack Tamisiea edited by Gary Stix Female bonobo. A few captive bonobos recently faced a seemingly simple task: locate a tasty snack hidden under one of…
Who Will Govern Postwar Gaza? Four Competing Models Are Emerging.
Middle East Tensions Hamas still controls most of the enclave, but Israel holds some key areas. International oversight could also be expanded, while the Palestinian Authority has presented itself as another alternative. By Patrick Kingsley Reporting from Jerusalem Through nearly 16 months of war in Gaza, politicians and analysts debated competing proposals for the territory’s…
World Indie Games: A New Era of Crowdfunding for Independent Developers
In the ever-evolving world of game development, crowdfunding has emerged as a game-changer, enabling independent studios and solo developers to bring their creative visions to life. Traditional funding models often impose high barriers to entry, forcing developers to seek publishers or private investors, which can lead to compromises in artistic vision and project autonomy. Crowdfunding,…
Girl, 14, guilty of school stabbing attempted murder in south Wales
A 14-year-old girl who stabbed two teachers and a pupil has been found guilty of attempted murder. Fiona Elias, Liz Hopkin and the pupil were hospitalised after the attack at Ysgol Dyffryn Aman, Carmarthenshire, in April last year. The 14-year-old girl, who cannot be named due to her age, previously denied three counts of attempted…
Canadian fans boo U.S. national anthem at NBA matchup as tariff dispute heats up
Juliana Kim Tensions have been brewing between the United States and Canada ever since President Trump ignited a trade war with U.S. neighbors — and now, they’re spilling over into the world of sports. On Sunday, the NBA’s Toronto Raptors hosted the Los Angeles Clippers. But before the game began, fans at the Scotiabank Arena…
For China, Trump’s Moves Bring Pain, but Also Potential Gains
Trump Administration President Trump’s tariffs hurt China, but his other actions have alienated U.S. allies, giving Beijing an opening to strengthen its global standing. By David Pierson and Sui-Lee Wee As President Trump was locked in a war of words with the leader of Colombia over the military deportation of migrants, China’s ambassador to Colombia…
Grammys 2025: Babyface Reacts to Red Carpet Interview Snub
After Babyface was shrugged off by Grammys red carpet reporters mid-interview in favor of Best New Artist winner Chappell Roan, the legendary producer spoke out about the viral moment. Babyface isn’t one to hold a grudge. After the legendary producer’s interview with the Associated Press on the Grammys red carpet was interrupted in favor of…
Tiny Nigerian museum marking a forgotten British invasion pushes for recognition
Museum in Koko, Niger Delta, commemorates important exiled merchant prince Nanna Olomu – but it has no cooling and a termite issue In the sleepy Nigerian port town of Koko, the reminder of a forgotten invasion by the British more than a century ago has itself been forgotten. A statue of Nanna Olomu, the Nigerian…
Hot Tip: Buy 2 Michael Kors Designer Bags & Get 20% Off—Yes, Really!
Warning: You’ll want more than one—Michael Kors Outlet is giving 20% Off when you buy two handbags this Valentine’s Day. 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 you needed a sign to treat yourself, this is it. Michael…
Six things that could get more expensive for Americans under Trump tariffs
US President Donald Trump has sparked a trade war by declaring he will impose tariffs on imports from his country’s neighbours Canada and Mexico. Canada has said it will retaliate in kind. Mexico also pledged to hit back, although US tariffs on that country have now been paused for a month. The three countries have…
Nearby Habitable-Zone Exoplanet May Be a World of Fire and Ice
Nearby Habitable-Zone Exoplanet May Be a World of Fire and Ice A newly confirmed exoplanet around a nearby sunlike star might be astronomers’ best chance yet to look for life beyond the solar system—but it’s still no place like home By Gayoung Lee edited by Lee Billings An artist’s concept of an exoplanet that might…
With Trump’s Backing Uncertain, Europe Scrambles to Shore Up Its Own Defenses
Russia-Ukraine War European leaders will gather Monday to plot a rough path forward on defense. Wavering support from President Trump is likely to drive the debate. By Jeanna Smialek and Steven Erlanger Jeanna Smialek reported from Brussels, and Steven Erlanger from Paris. Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine three years ago convinced Europe’s leaders that they…
Who will call it the Gulf of America? A look at this and other naming disputes
By Rachel Treisman President Trump’s executive order renaming the Gulf of Mexico has drawn a mixed reception, from laughter to annoyance. Even as the federal government implements the switch, questions persist about how it will work and who must comply. The order, which Trump signed on his first day in office, directs the secretary of…
Trump says he will cut off funding to South Africa over land ‘confiscations’
Cyril Ramaphosa’s government ‘treating certain classes of people very badly’, says Trump, calling for investigation Donald Trump has claimed South Africa is “confiscating” land and “treating certain classes of people very badly”, announcing he is cutting off all future funding to the country pending an investigation. The US president’s intervention into one of South Africa’s…
New Game Card “Beat”
🎮 BEAT Party Game Card: The Game That Takes Truth to the Limit is Now on Kickstarter If you’ve ever felt that a simple “Truth or Dare” wasn’t enough, BEAT Party Game Card is here to revolutionize how we play with the truth. This bold and exciting board game, created by Monkey Republic Games, has…
France prepares for trial of surgeon accused of abusing anaesthetised children
A former surgeon who is accused of abusing hundreds of young patients, often while they were under anaesthetic, is set to go on trial this month in the largest child abuse trial in French history. Joel Le Scouarnec, 73, is accused of assaulting or raping 299 children – the majority former patients of his –…
Across Border From Detroit, Bafflement and Anger Over U.S. Tariffs
Global Economy Global Economy Global Economy Windsor, the heart of Canada’s auto industry, had been on the upswing. Now people feel betrayed by a neighbor, fearing that factories will close. A glimpse of Detroit on Friday, across the river from Windsor, Ontario. By Ian Austen Photographs by Ian Willms Reporting from Windsor, Ontario Not long…
Vagus nerve stimulation may tame autoimmune diseases
Jon Hamilton Tiny pulses of electricity may provide the next big advance in treating diseases like rheumatoid arthritis. The pulses would be delivered via implanted devices that stimulate the vagus nerve, and they are showing promise in people with arthritis and other autoimmune diseases, including Crohn’s, and multiple sclerosis. Currently, autoimmune diseases are usually treated…
Trump Orders Sweeping Federal Aid and Grant Freeze
Trump Administration Orders Sweeping Freeze of Federal Aid The Trump administration has ordered a halt to “all federal financial assistance,” covering areas from domestic infrastructure and energy projects to foreign aid By Jennifer Scholtes, Nicholas Wu & E&E News In a two-page memo, the Office of Management and Budget ordered all federal agencies to temporarily…
Toronto Raptors fans boo US national anthem after Donald Trump tariffs
Fans at a Toronto Raptors game on Sunday continued an emerging trend of booing the American national anthem at sporting events in Canada. Fans of the NBA’s lone Canadian franchise booed the US anthem before the Raptors’ game against the Los Angeles Clippers at the Scotiabank Arena in downtown Toronto. Similar reactions broke out on…
Sister Wives’ Christine Brown Says She Has Nightmares of Ex Kody Brown
Sister Wives star Christine Brown may be happy in her new marriage to David Wooley, but she admitted on the Feb. 2 episode that the trauma from her ex Kody Brown still unexpectedly rears its head. Christine Brown may have said goodbye to her ex-husband Kody Brown in the real world, but she can’t fully…
How Drones Can Train Bears to Stay Away from Humans
Opinion How Drones Can Train Bears to Stay Away from Humans Drones could be a wildlife manager’s “magic tools” to reduce bear-human conflict By Wesley Sarmento Hazing grizzlies away from humans by using drones was highly effective. Brown bears roam across much of the northern hemisphere from the mountains of Spain to the prairies of…
How Grammy Awards Honored One Direction’s Liam Payne in Moving Tribute
Liam Payne, who died in October at the age of 31, was honored with a special moment during the 67th Grammy Awards held at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles Feb. 2. Even when the night changes, it’ll never change One Direction. The music community celebrated the life of the late Liam Payne—who died in October…
Rubio warns of U.S. action if Panama does not curb Chinese influence around the canal
Juliana Kim U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio told the leaders of Panama on Sunday that the Central American country must take immediate action on curbing China’s influence over the Panama Canal area or the United States will get involved. Rubio is on his first overseas trip as America’s top diplomat. In addition to Panama,…
Ukraine Says at Least 18 Civilians Are Killed in Strikes
Russia-Ukraine War Russia-Ukraine War Russia-Ukraine War At least 14 people were killed in Poltava, Ukrainian officials said, blaming Russia. Four died in Sudzha, a Russian town held by Ukraine, in a strike each country blamed on the other. By Constant Méheut Reporting from Kyiv, Ukraine The Ukrainian authorities said Sunday that two airstrikes a day…
Trump says EU tariffs will ‘definitely happen’ as Mexico, Canada and China retaliate
Trump takes softer line on UK, saying ‘I think that one can be worked out’, while Mexico and Canada vow levies and to strengthen ties with each other Donald Trump has threatened to widen the scope of his trade tariffs, repeating his warning that the European Union – and potentially the UK – will face…
Starmer first PM to join EU leaders’ meeting since Brexit
Sir Keir Starmer is heading to Brussels to join a gathering of European Union leaders – the first time a British prime minister has done so since Brexit. Starmer is heading over the English Channel for talks focused on defence and security co-operation and will also meet Nato Secretary General Mark Rutte. The trip is…
RFK, Jr., Confirmation Hearing Is Tomorrow. Here’s What to Know
4 Things to Know as RFK, Jr., Confirmation Hearing Approaches Some health professionals have spoken out about President Donald Trump’s nomination of Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., for Secretary of Health and Human Services By Arthur Allen & KFF Health News Robert F. Kennedy Jr., President Donald Trump’s pick for Health and Human Services secretary, on…
Grammys 2025: Kelsea Ballerini, Noah Kahan Brutally React to Losing
After Beyoncé and Miley Cyrus took home the Grammy for Best Country Duo/Group Performance for “II Most Wanted” at the 67th ceremony, Kelsea Ballerini and Noah Kahan reacted to their loss. Kelsea Ballerini and Noah Kahan aren’t crying cowboys over this Grammys loss. After the “Cowboys Cry Too” singers lost the Grammy for Best Country…
Trump used fentanyl to justify tariffs, but the crisis was already easing
Brian Mann President Trump says illegal street fentanyl is one of the main justifications for sweeping trade tariffs he plans to impose against Canada, China and Mexico on Tuesday. A statement issued by the White House describes the synthetic opioid as fueling a “national emergency” that warranted tough action. Experts say the reality is far…
Canadian fans boo US anthem as tariffs spur ‘buy local’ pledge
A few hours after President Donald Trump announced that he would impose steep tariffs on Canada, hockey fans in the capital Ottawa booed the Star-Spangled Banner during a National Hockey League game against a visiting US team. On Sunday, during a National Basketball Association game between the Toronto Raptors and the Los Angeles Clippers, it…
Pressure grows on EU to freeze minerals deal with Rwanda over DRC fighting
The EU is under mounting pressure to suspend a controversial minerals deal with Rwanda that has been blamed for fuelling the conflict in the east of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Calls to freeze the agreement have grown after fighters from the Rwanda-backed M23 rebel group captured the city of Goma in the eastern…
Russia, Seeking to Salvage Military Bases, Goes Hat in Hand to Syria
Syria’s Civil War Syria’s Civil War Syria’s Civil War The arrival of the first top Russian diplomat in Damascus since Bashar al-Assad’s fall kicks off negotiations over the fate of Moscow’s bases in Syria. By Paul Sonne and Christina Goldbaum Paul Sonne reported from Berlin, and Christina Goldbaum from Damascus. The time had come to…
The Dark Side of Canada’s Fight Over Lobster
As Canada wrangles an epic, decades-long saga of who can fish for lobster, and when, emerging threats are heating up the conflict in Nova Scotia. As Canada wrangles an epic, decades-long saga of who can fish for lobster, and when, emerging threats are heating up the conflict in Nova Scotia. Atlantic lobster caught by Bill…
Hosting for Chiefs vs. Eagle? These Products Will Clean Your Home Fast
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 you’re hosting a party or expecting any guests to watch the Chiefs play the Eagles, we found some products on Amazon that will make cleaning your home a lot easier so you can focus on all…
Which Foods Are the Most Ultraprocessed? New System Ranks Them
Which Foods Are the Most Ultraprocessed? New System Ranks Them Scientists have created a ranking of grocery store items based on their degree of processing By Lori Youmshajekian edited by Tanya Lewis Most grocery stores seem to offer endless options in their aisles, which are full of cereals, pastas and baked goods available in hundreds…
Your ears can’t prick up, but your ear muscles sure try
Nell Greenfieldboyce When people are trying hard to listen to something, the body seems to do its best to “prick up its ears,” even though this ability was lost by our evolutionary ancestors millions of years ago. That’s according to a new study which found that a certain vestigial ear muscle — one that perks…
Wall Street Journal editorial calls Trump tariffs ‘dumbest trade war in history’
Some US business leaders have reacted neutrally, while JP Morgan CEO says tariff threats can be used effectively US business leaders are offering a mixed reaction to steep trade tariffs that Donald Trump’s administration has imposed on Canada, Mexico and China, as the editorial board of the Wall Street Journal called it “the dumbest trade…
What are tariffs, who pays them, and could they hurt US consumers?
Donald Trump has imposed new tariffs on goods entering the US from Canada, Mexico and China. The US president signed an executive order putting a 25% tariff – or tax on imports – on all goods coming from Canada and Mexico, to get both countries to crack down on illegal immigration and drug trafficking. Goods…
Trump aid spending freeze halts leading malaria vaccine programme
Global collaboration with US researchers likely to be set back by years, including on spread of drug-resistant HIV A flagship programme to create malaria vaccines has been halted by the Trump administration, in just one example of a rippling disruption to health research around the globe since the new US president took power. The USAid…
These Most Shocking Grammys Moments Will Leave You Speechless
Ahead of the 67th Grammy Awards held at Crypto.com Arena Feb. 2, hosted by Trevor Noah, it’s time to look back at the wild moments from past shows that are still memorable today. It’s time for music’s biggest night. And while the Grammys—hosted by Trevor Noah for the fifth consecutive time—hands out its awards annually,…
How world responds to Trump’s tariffs is what matters next
It was not a bluff, the tariffs are here – and this is just the opening salvo from the Oval Office. The world trading system has not been here before. A slide towards a wider trade conflict is very much on the cards, as President Trump prepares similar tariffs firstly against Europe, and then at…
NASA’s Latest Asteroid Sample Hints at Life’s Extraterrestrial Origins
Asteroid Bennu Is Packed with Life’s Building Blocks, New Studies Confirm Material retrieved from the asteroid Bennu by NASA’s OSIRIS-REx spacecraft shows that all the basic building blocks of life were astonishingly widespread in the early solar system By Mike Zeitz edited by Lee Billings A view of the OSIRIS-REx sample canister, containing material from…
The Divine, the Digital and the Political at Humanity’s Largest Gathering
Stampede at Festival in India Stampede at Festival in India Stampede at Festival in India The Maha Kumbh Mela, a Hindu festival in India that is drawing hundreds of millions of pilgrims, is a powerful marketing tool for Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his allies. The Maha Kumbh Mela, a Hindu festival in India that…
Did your date give you ‘the ick’? Here’s the science behind the feeling
By Andrea Muraskin The food was top-notch, the atmosphere was cozy and my date aimed to entertain. I love a good personal story, so I invited him to relate one that he’d referenced in his profile. Good fodder for a first date, I thought. At one point in the story, as he recounted it, a…
D.C. crash investigators focus on altitude and vision quality of helicopter crew
Emma Bowman Three days after the midair collision of an Army helicopter and an American Airlines passenger plane near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, air safety investigators said on Saturday that they are still working to fill in some key details that could point to the cause of the crash. They are looking into whether…
Trump airstrikes target ‘senior IS attack planner’ in Somalia
The US secretary of defense, Pete Hegseth, indicated multiple jihadists were killed and no civilians were harmed The US military has conducted airstrikes against Islamic State (IS) operatives in Somalia, the first attacks in the country during Donald Trump’s second term as president. The strikes were carried out against IS-Somalia in the Golis Mountains, in…
Trump Funding Freeze Could Set Disaster Recovery Back ‘for Years’
Trump Funding Freeze Could Set Disaster Recovery Back ‘for Years’ President Donald Trump’s sudden move to freeze federal grants is hitting states where people are struggling to recover from wildfires and hurricanes By Thomas Frank, Anne C. Mulkern, Andres Picon & E&E News A person assesses damages of his house after Hurricane Helene made landfall…
Karla Sofía Gascón Once Called Costar Selena Gomez a “Rich Rat”
Karla Sofía Gascón allegedly insulted her Emilia Pérez costar Selena Gomez while commenting on a post that debunked feud rumors between the singer and Hailey Bieber. Another past controversial social media message allegedly posted by Oscar nominee Karla Sofía Gascón has been unearthed ahead of the 2025 ceremony. According to an image of a Twitter exchange published…
Trump imposes tariffs but Canada and Mexico hit back
US President Donald Trump has announced sweeping new tariffs on all goods imported from America’s three largest trading partners, China, Mexico and Canada. Trump said the US would impose tariffs beginning on Tuesday of 25% on Canada and Mexico, and 10% on China. Canadian energy faces a lower 10% tariff. He had threatened to impose…
Latin America Gets Into Deal-Making Mode for Rubio’s Visit
Trump Administration Trump Administration Trump Administration After a barrage of threats from President Trump, Secretary of State Marco Rubio is now tasked with trying to reap cooperation from Latin America. By Maria Abi-HabibAnnie CorrealEmiliano Rodríguez MegaJames Wagner and David Bolaños Maria Abi-Habib, Annie Correal, Emiliano Rodríguez Mega and James Wagner reported from Mexico City, and…
Teddy Swims Shares Parenting Advice From Thomas Rhett
Best New Artist Grammy nominee Teddy Swims exclusively told E! News what parenting advice his pal Thomas Rhett gave him ahead of the birth of his first baby. Prepare to lose control when you see Teddy Swims at the 2025 Grammy Awards. The singer, who is nominated for Best New Artist at the Feb. 2…
Third Black Hawk crew member involved in deadly crash near DC airport identified
Tom Bowman The Army released the name of the third crew member of the Black Hawk helicopter that slammed into an American Airlines-affiliated flight above the Potomac River this week, killing 67 people. Captain Rebecca Lobach was 28 years old and a native of Durham, N.C. She was a distinguished military graduate from the University…
Life in Goma After a Rebel Takeover
Congo-Rwanda Conflict Goma Dispatch For those living in Goma, which has been captured by Rwanda-backed rebels, there is little water, little food and much uncertainty. Goma Dispatch For those living in Goma, which has been captured by Rwanda-backed rebels, there is little water, little food and much uncertainty. Rwanda-backed rebels took control of Goma, a…
AI-generated child sex abuse images targeted with new laws
Four new laws will tackle the threat of child sexual abuse images generated by artificial intelligence (AI), the government has announced. The Home Office says that, to better protect children, the UK will be the first country in the world to make it illegal to possess, create or distribute AI tools designed to create child…
At least 770 killed in Goma, east DRC in fighting with Rwanda-backed M23
Rebels had captured the city in January in major escalation of 10-year-old conflict At least 773 people were killed in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo’s largest city of Goma and its vicinity this week amid fighting with Rwanda-backed rebels who captured the city in a major escalation of a decade-long conflict, Congolese authorities have…
Watch a Frog Walk on Water with High-Speed Belly Flops
Watch a Frog Walk on Water with High-Speed Belly Flops Tiny frogs seem to skim the water’s surface, but high-speed video reveals their secret By Rohini Subrahmanyam edited by Sarah Lewin Frasier Graduate researcher Talia Weiss observes a cricket frog, whose unusual locomotion lets it appear to skip across the water’s surface. Join Our Community…
Three Israeli hostages and dozens of Palestinian prisoners released
Three Israeli hostages being held by Hamas in Gaza were released from captivity on Saturday, in exchange for 183 Palestinian prisoners held by Israel. Yarden Bibas, 34, Ofer Kalderon, 53, and Keith Siegel, 65, were handed over to the Red Cross – the latest hostages to be released as part of a ceasefire deal struck…
Why Teen Mom’s Leah Messer Is Ready to Embrace Life as a “Cat Lady”
More than two years after Leah Messer split with fiancé Jaylan Mobley, the Teen Mom star says her life is just, uh, purr-fect as is. As she told E! News, “I think everything will fall into place.” With all due respect to The Beatles and their impossibly catchy hit, Leah Messer would quibble with the…