After Justin Bieber raised eyebrows for unfollowing wife Hailey Bieber—with whom he shares 5-month-old son Jack Blues—on Instagram, the singer explained what really happened. Justin Bieber is gonna tell you one time—he was hacked. After the “Baby” singer unfollowed wife Hailey Bieber—with whom he shares 5-month-old son Jack Blues—and subsequently stirred drama online for the […]
President-elect Donald Trump’s running mate JD Vance came to prominence as the author of the memoir Hillbilly Elegy. Here’s a guide to his roots and the family he built with wife Usha Vance. If you knew anything about JD Vance before Donald Trump picked him to be his running mate in the 2024 presidential election, […]
Timothée Chalamet stepped out with a small accessory that has made several fans joke about whether it actually belongs to his girlfriend Kylie Jenner’s daughter Stormi Webster. Did Timothée Chalamet raise Stormi Webster‘s closet? Some fans are joking about the idea after seeing the actor, who is dating the 6-year-old’s mom Kylie Jenner, carrying around a […]
South Korea Turmoil South Korea Turmoil South Korea Turmoil President Yoon Suk Yeol, a former prosecutor, used to put people in jail. Now, after his formal arrest, he himself is in a cell, alone. By Choe Sang-Hun Reporting from Seoul As president of South Korea, Yoon Suk Yeol lived in a luxurious hilltop mansion, threw parties and had […]
Man of Steel star Henry Cavill and girlfriend Natalie Viscuso welcomed their first baby together. Henry Cavill has traded in the Superman alter ego for a new one: Superdad. The Man of Steel star and girlfriend Natalie Viscuso, who have been dating since 2021, welcomed their first baby together, People reported, citing a source. Indeed, […]
Jenna McLaughlin President Trump fulfilled a campaign promise to Libertarian supporters on his second day back in office by pardoning the former creator and owner of an underground e-commerce website known for drug trafficking. Ross Ulbricht, also known as “Dread Pirate Roberts,” operated the anonymous digital marketplace known as Silk Road between 2011 and 2013,…
The scale of Australia’s trade with blacklisted companies, revealed in Guardian investigation, prompts anger across the Uyghur community Australia’s new anti-slavery commissioner has called on the government to urgently address the “inadequacy” of its forced labour laws after revelations that it had allowed thousands of imports from Chinese companies blacklisted for their alleged links to…
By Lexie Schapitl , Franco Ordoñez President-elect Trump is expected to sign a flurry of executive orders, memorandums and proclamations on Monday after he is sworn in, reversing many of his predecessors’ policies and reinstating actions from his first term in office. The actions are expected to address a range of issues, including campaign priorities…
By The Associated Press BOSTON — Tens of millions of residents along the East Coast are bracing for several inches of snow Sunday followed by dangerously cold temperatures that will take hold in much of the country from the Northern Plains to the tip of Maine. Winter storm warnings issued by the National Weather Service…
Beijing has prepared for increased tariffs but its actions will not be enough to offset falling demand from the US When Donald Trump enters the White House for the second time on 20 January, the view from the Oval Office will look very different to the one he encountered in 2017. A pandemic, the war…
Jaclyn Diaz Federal health officials have authorized the marketing and sale of Zyn nicotine pouches, marking the first time the Food and Drug Administration authorized these popular products that go between a user’s gum and upper lip. After “an extensive scientific review,” the FDA said, the products were found to pose lower risks of cancer…
Real Housewives of Salt Lake City star Bronwyn Newport spent Christmas in the hospital with her mom, who underwent emergency surgery for a tumor in the back of her skull. Bronwyn Newport is keeping family close after a heartbreaking diagnosis. The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City star spent Christmas in the hospital after doctors…
Conservation Efforts Are Bringing Pandas, Wolves and Panthers Back from the Brink There are so many species facing extinction—but today we’re telling stories about the animals making a comeback and the conservationists working hard to help. By Ashleigh Papp, Rachel Feltman, Jeffery DelViscio & Madison Goldberg Rachel Feltman: If I asked you to guess how…
In keeping with Kardashian standards, Kylie Jenner spared no expense in picking out mom Kris Jenner’s Christmas present this year and got a rave review from Khloe Kardashian. Why carry photos of your kids in your wallet when you can tote them on the outside of your bag? Such was the question that apparently occurred…
The UniverseFridays What’s in a (Star’s) Name? With billions of stars in the Milky Way, some nomenclature standardization is necessary By Phil Plait edited by Lee Billings A close-up photograph of the star Betelgeuse as it appears in an antique German sky atlas. Stay connected to The Universe: Get email alerts for this weekly column…
Oh, oh, oh, with Khloe Kardashian now chiming in, it seems everyone in Hollywood—including Jessica Simpson, Sophie Turner, Kelly Clarkson and more stars—have sounded off on the Ozempic trend. One hot topic everyone in Hollywood still seems to be talking about that isn’t Traylor? Oh-oh-oh Ozempic. Originally marketed for treating Type 2 diabetes, Ozempic—the trade…
Opinion The Forgotten History of the Discovery of Human Brainwaves The centennial of the discovery of brain waves in humans exposes a chilling tale involving Nazis, war between Russia and Ukraine, suicide and the vicissitudes of history By R. Douglas Fields edited by Daniel Vergano This year is the centennial of the discovery of human…
Grimes spoke out against Azaelia Banks’ claim that Elon Musk “dumped” her, insisting instead that she “bounced” from the relationship. Grimes is correcting the record on her breakup from Elon Musk. The singer—who is locked in a custody battle over son X Æ A-Xii, 4, daughter Exa Dark Sideræl, 3, and son Techno Mechanicus, 2, with the Tesla…
Our Bodies Are So Ready to Celebrate the Rebirth of the Sun The winter solstice is the culmination of a period every year when each cell in our body literally craves more light By Gary Stix edited by Dean Visser Winter solstice in snowy forest. These changes relate to circadian rhythms. The word circadian derives…
Toy Story star Tim Allen shared new details about the upcoming fifth installment in the franchise, which is set to hit theatres in 2026. Tim Allen is paging Star Command one more time. Nearly three decades after first bringing Buzz Lightyear to life in 1995’s Toy Story, the actor offered details about his first voice…
What Gives Christmas Trees Their Crisp, Cozy Scent? Learn which molecules are responsible for giving Christmas trees their distinct, crisp-yet-spicy scent By Meghan Bartels edited by Lauren J. Young Join Our Community of Science Lovers! Nothing smells quite like a Christmas tree—but where does that magical woodsy-yet-cozy aroma come from? You can thank a ubiquitous…
Emma Roberts marked her and Garrett Hedlund’s son Rhodes birthday with a sweet series of photos. See the cute pics. Emma Roberts is celebrating another year around the sun for her baby boy. The American Horror Story: Delicate actress marked her and Garrett Hedlund’s son Rhodes 4th birthday with a series of sweet pictures. Showcasing…
Opinion Why Six-Year-Olds Think Computing and Engineering Are ‘for Boys’ Early cultural exposure can influence kids’ ideas about gender and STEM in significant ways By David Miller edited by Daisy Yuhas Steve Jobs, Bill Gates, Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos—men dominate the tech industry. In 2021 men made up 75 percent of employed computer scientists and…
On the eighth anniversary of Carrie Fisher’s death, her daughter Billie Lourd got candid about how the Star Wars actress inspires her to take nothing for granted. The holidays are always a bittersweet time for Billie Lourd. Nearly a decade after her mother Carrie Fisher passed away at 60, the Scream Queens star—who shares son Kingston,…
How the U.S. Lost Control of Bird Flu, Setting the Stage for Another Pandemic As the bird flu virus moved into cows and people, sluggish federal action, deference to industry and neglect for worker safety put the country at risk By Amy Maxmen & KFF Health News Cows are milked at the Cornell Teaching Dairy…
Nick Cannon—who is dad to 12 kids—dressed up as Santa Claus while celebrating Christmas with Abby De La Rosa and their three children: twins Zion and Zillion, 3, as well as daughter Beautiful, 2. As dad to 12 kids, Nick Cannon is busy spreading holiday cheer. In fact, the Masked Singer host played the part of…
Ancient Moon Melt Event May Explain 150-Million-Year Gap in Age Estimates The moon may have melted 4.35 billion years ago—explaining a lunar age mystery By Payal Dhar edited by Sarah Lewin Frasier Join Our Community of Science Lovers! The moon is Earth’s closest neighbor in space and the only extraterrestrial body humans have visited. Yet…
OG Maco’s family shared Dec. 27 that the Georgia rapper has died, two weeks after being hospitalized. After holding out hope he might recover, OG Maco‘s family had to say goodbye. The “U Guessed It” rapper, born Benedict Ihesiba Jr., has died, according to a statement posted to his Instagram account Dec. 27. He was 32.…
Run, Lucy, Run! Human Ancestors Could Jog but Not Very Far or Fast Three-dimensional models of Australopithecus afarensis hint at the muscular adaptations that made modern humans better runners By Gemma Conroy & Nature magazine A sculptor’s rendering of the hominid Australopithecus afarensis is displayed as part of an exhibition that includes the 3.2 million year old…
Ne-Yo said he’s “heartbroken” by the death of Paul Bamba—a professional boxer he manages—at age 35: “He was a fierce yet confident competitor with an unrelenting ambition to achieve greatness.” The boxing world has lost a champion. Paul Bamba, one of the first boxers to sign with Ne-Yo‘s management company, died at age 35. “It…
Opinion How Feminism Can Guide Climate Change Action Feminism gives us the analysis, tools and movement to create a better climate future for everyone. It’s time to embrace it By Laura Turquet, Silke Staab & Brianna Howell edited by Megha Satyanarayana This year is projected to be the hottest on record. The latest United Nations…
From backpacks to totes, these work bags are equal parts fashionable and functional. The products featured in this article are from brands available in NBCUniversal Checkout. E! makes a commission on purchases. If you go into the office for work, you probably carry around a bunch of essentials to get you through your day. That could…
The Climate, Health and Tech Stories We’re Following in 2025 We’re closing out the year with a roundup of the science stories that stood out to our editors in 2024. By Rachel Feltman, Andrea Thompson, Tanya Lewis, Ben Guarino & Fonda Mwangi Rachel Feltman: Happy Monday, listeners! For Scientific American’s Science Quickly, I’m Rachel Feltman.…
It’s been 21(!) years since NBC rolled the dice on Las Vegas and viewers were rewarded with five seasons of drama, beautiful people, celeb cameos galore and high-stakes shenanigans. It’s been a lucky 21 years since NBC took a gamble on Las Vegas. The soapy prime-time drama starred Josh Duhamel as Danny, a former Marine…
Chemists Seeking Better Bandages Make World’s Smallest Pasta Researchers seeking better bandages are creating extremely thin fibers of starch By Ben Guarino edited by Sarah Lewin Frasier A bowl of plain noodles (a strand of the world’s tiniest pasta, not pictured, is invisible). Join Our Community of Science Lovers! The skinniest pasta yet made—let’s call…
Stassi Schroeder’s husband Beau Clark shared a hilarious video of their 3-year-old daughter Hartford whacking her mom in the face with a broom during a very spirited Wicked sing-along. Stassi Schroeder may be pumping the brakes on her family sing-alongs after a recent accident. The Vanderpump Rules alum was left with a busted lip after…
Opinion Americans Are Moody, and Pollsters Should Pay Attention The full potential of public opinion polling lies in its ability to illuminate deeper societal trends beyond electoral forecasts By Jennifer Benz In April 2021 the first media poll to measure a possible 2024 electoral match-up between President Joe Biden and former president Trump was commissioned…
Dua Lipa, who is dating Fantastic Beasts actor Callum Turner, raised eyebrows after she was seen wearing a large diamond ring over Christmas. Fans think Dua Lipa and Callum Turner are more than good. In fact, the “Levitating” singer is sparking engagement rumors with the Fantastic Beasts star after she was seen rocking some new…
How Climate Change Could Trigger Earthquakes Climate change may influence seismic activity as melting glaciers reduce pressure on quake-prone faults By Evan Howell edited by Andrea Thompson North Crestone Creek valley, a U-shaped valley carved by ancient glaciers in Colorado. Southern Colorado’s Sangre De Cristo Mountains jut up abruptly from the flat expanse of the…
Greg Gumbel, longtime CBS Sports broadcaster and older brother of former Today co-anchor Bryant Gumble, has died at the age of 78, his family confirmed Dec. 27. The CBS Sports family is mourning the loss of one of their greatest anchors. Legendary broadcaster Greg Gumbel died Dec. 27 at the age of 78, his family…
NASA’s Parker Solar Probe Preps for Record-Breaking Christmas Eve Flyby The Parker Solar Probe will swoop just 6.1 million kilometers above the sun’s surface on Christmas Eve. Scientists are thrilled at what we might learn By Jonathan O’Callaghan edited by Lee Billings A solar prominence begins to break apart as it towers over the surface…
Hannah Berner set the record straight on her controversial Blake Lively joke, noting she filmed Netflix’s roast special before the actress’ complaint against It Ends With Us director Justin Baldoni. Hannah Berner is hoping any controversy she kicked up ends with her explanation. Netflix‘s end of year special Torching 2024: A Roast of the Year premiered…
Untangling Why Red Wine Causes Headaches Opt for lighter, cheaper wine to dodge headaches this holiday season By Andrew Waterhouse, Apramita Devi & The Conversation US Some people get headaches after drinking red wine. The following essay is reprinted with permission from The Conversation, an online publication covering the latest research. Medical accounts of red…
Julianne Hough had nothing but love for her ex-husband Brooks Laich and his fiancée Katrín Tanja Davíðsdóttir after the couple got engaged on Dec. 16. Julianne Hough is dancing with joy for her ex Brooks Laich. The Dancing With the Stars host had nothing but kind words for the former hockey player—who she was married…
How Rare ‘Alice in Wonderland Syndrome’ Warps Reality Researchers are learning what causes Alice in Wonderland syndrome, a rare neurological condition that can appear to warp bodies, time and reality itself By Allison Parshall edited by Jeanna Bryner An illustration by John Tenniel depicts a scene in Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. When Lene was a…
Selena Gomez and fiancé Benny Blanco turned up the heat while celebrating Christmas and Hanukkah. See the couple’s steamy new PDA pic. Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco‘s holiday season has officially been sealed with a kiss. The recently engaged couple rung in Christmas and Hanukkah 2024 with an adorable PDA pic that fans will surely…
The Kardashian-Jenners have proven over the years that they are queens of clapbacks. Check out some of their fiercest responses to trolls over the years. The Kardashian-Jenner krew has no problem keeping ahead of the haters. Sisters Kourtney Kardashian, Kim Kardashian, Khloe Kardashian, Kendall Jenner and Kylie Jenner—not to mention mom Kris Jenner—have all dealt with their fair share of critics over the…
Why People Get More Colds in Winter A mixture of colder temperatures, lower humidity and more time spent indoors could explain the uptick in cold viruses during the winter holidays By Libby Richards & The Conversation US Respiratory viruses rise in the wintertime, but not because people are outside in the cold. The following essay…
Wikipedia Searches Reveal Differing Styles of Curiosity Mapping explorers of Wikipedia rabbit holes revealed three different styles of human inquisitiveness: the “busybody,” the “hunter” and the “dancer.” By Gary Stix edited by Sarah Lewin Frasier Join Our Community of Science Lovers! The website Wikipedia describes curiosity as a “quality related to inquisitive thinking, such as…
After The Bachelorette alum Andi Dorfman suffered postpartum complications after giving birth to her first baby, a daughter, she was hospitalized and underwent surgery. Andi Dorfman is on the mend after suffering postpartum complications following the birth of her first baby. Less than a week after welcoming her and husband Blaine Hart‘s daughter Harper Bell…
Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani has announced he is set to become a dad, months after his marriage to wife Mamiko Tanaka was made public. Shohei Ohtani just scored a home run with this announcement. The Dodgers pitcher shared Dec. 27 that he is set to become a dad. Alongside a pic of his dog Decoy…
WWII Sugar Rationing Gave Kids a Lifelong Health Boost Infants who experienced rationing had a meaningfully lower risk of diabetes and hypertension decades later By Saima S. Iqbal edited by Sarah Lewin Frasier Join Our Community of Science Lovers! For several years after World War II ended, the British government continued to ration certain foodstuffs,…
. 2024 has been a year of must-have , and we’re rounding up the most popular products couldn’t stop to their carts. Whether it’s a , a cozy , or a , these items have been dominating the shopping scene. And yes, some are even , making them even more irresistible. It’s not just about…
As John Legend celebrates another year around the sun, relive the sweet family moments he’s shared with wife Chrissy Teigen and their kids Luna, Miles, Esti and Wren. John Legend and Chrissy Teigen are showing the world what family means to them. Indeed, in the more than a decade since tying the knot in Lake…
Are Octopuses Too Smart to Be Farmed? A planned octopus farm is facing opposition. Here’s why By Rachel Blaser & The Conversation US Day octopus (Octopus cyanea) in mid-water, Hawaii. The following essay is reprinted with permission from The Conversation, an online publication covering the latest research. We named him Squirt – not because he…
Probability Probably Doesn’t Exist All of statistics and much of science depends on probability—an astonishing achievement, considering no one’s really sure what it is By David Spiegelhalter & Nature magazine Life is uncertain. None of us know what is going to happen. We know little of what has happened in the past, or is happening…
Influencers can make an entire annual salary in just one month in ad revenue from videos. Here’s how much social media stars get paid. Becoming an influencer just makes cents—and lots of dollars, apparently. While the most well-known influencers like Alix Earle, Charli D’Amelio and Addison Rae have parlayed their social media stardom into fashion…
Gypsy Rose Blanchard, who’s expecting a baby girl with boyfriend Ken Urker, is making up for lost time since serving 7 years in prison for her role in mom Clauddine “Dee Dee” Blanchard’s murder. Gypsy Rose Blanchard wasted no time getting on with the rest of her life after spending seven years of it behind…
The UniverseFridays An Earth-Rocking Cosmic Explosion Turns 20 Twenty years ago today a magnetar’s epic tantrum made our planet ring like a bell from tens of thousands of light-years away By Phil Plait edited by Lee Billings An illustration of a magnetar producing a superflare. Stay connected to The Universe: Get email alerts for this…
Opinion The U.S. Drone Panic Mirrors UFO Overreactions We need less uproar over everyday drones and more critical attention about ones near airports and other restricted airspace By Sean Kirkpatrick edited by Daniel Vergano December’s spate of drone sightings seen in New Jersey and spreading nationwide, sure looks familiar. As does its associated media frenzy—culminating…
Olivia Hussey, the female lead of the 1968 movie Romeo and Juliet and also known for roles in Jesus of Nazareth and Black Christmas, has died. The actress was 73. Hollywood is mourning one of their own. Olivia Hussey Eisley, star of the 1968 film Romeo and Juliet, has died. She was 73. “It is…
Behati Prinsloo posted rare photos from her and Adam Levine’s holiday break with their kids in December 2024. Adam Levine and wife Behati Prinsloo are making and sharing festive family memories. The Victoria’s Secret model posted several photos of the pair and their kids over their holiday break Dec. 27. The 36-year-old—who shares with Adam…
How to Tactfully Ask Your Child’s Friend’s Parents if They Have Guns at Home A gun safety check of where your child is going for a playdate or sleepover may save lives By Sara Novak edited by Gary Stix A child opens a gun safe. It’s a conversation that Marian Betz admits can feel awkward…
How the Duck Stamp Became One of the Most Successful Conservation Tools in U.S. History Inside the fiercely competitive Federal Duck Stamp Contest, part of the wildly successful conservation program that has preserved millions of acres of waterfowl habitat By Daniel T. Ksepka edited by Kate Wong The 1997 Duck Stamp featured a painting of…
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were photographed out on a double date with her longtime friend and collaborator Jack Antonoff and his wife, actress Margaret Qualley. Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are having an enchanted holiday break with good friends. The pair was spotted out on a double date at BondST restaurant in New York…
People Living in Las Vegas’s Tunnels Urged to Get Medical Treatment Street medicine providers and homeless outreach workers who travel into Las Vegas’s drainage tunnels have noticed an uptick in the number of people living underground, and it can be difficult to persuade them to come aboveground for medicine and treatment By Angela Hart &…
By The Associated Press WASHINGTON — Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said her agency will need to start taking “extraordinary measures,” or special accounting maneuvers intended to prevent the nation from hitting the debt ceiling, as early as Jan. 14, in a letter sent to congressional leaders Friday afternoon. “Treasury expects to hit the statutory debt…
December 26, 2024 6 min read The FDA Is Changing What Foods Can Be Called ‘Healthy’ Whole grains and fruits are in, and added sugar is out. That’s going to change what’s on a lot of cereal boxes and other things By Reyna Gobel edited by Josh Fischman Fruit without added sugar will be classified…
Tina Knowles is speaking out in defense of daughter Beyoncé after the Grammy winner faced some criticism over her NFL halftime show during the Baltimore Ravens and Houston Texans’ Christmas Day game. When it comes to the trolls, Tina Knowles has Beyoncé‘s back. After the Grammy winner faced some criticism over her NFL halftime show during…
By Jack Mitchell Mike Cupo, a systems operator for Public Service Electric and Gas Company, uses a special red phone to talk via radio to PSE&G staffers in the field, during a simulated Y2K drill at company headquarters in Newark, N.J., on April 9, 1999. Power plant operators across the country held drills to make…