How Supermassive Black Holes Can Become Cosmic Nightmares
The UniverseFridays Do We Live in a Haunted Galaxy? Huge eruptions from the Milky Way’s supermassive black hole in the distant past may have sterilized much of the inner galaxy By Phil Plait edited by Lee Billings Stay connected to The Universe: Get email alerts for this weekly column by Phil Plait Galaxies are spooky […]
Why an interstellar comet has scientists excited
Jaclyn Diaz An ancient comet that entered our solar system this summer is offering a rare opportunity to learn more about distant planetary systems far beyond the reach of any spacecraft, researchers say. The comet is special both because it is interstellar — meaning it came from outside our solar system — and also because […]
Did Astronomers Photograph UFOs Orbiting Earth in the 1950s?
UFOs Are Just One Explanation for Mysterious Patterns in Old Telescope Data New peer-reviewed research reporting strange lights in the pre-space-age sky is sparking curiosity and controversy By Jonathan O’Callaghan edited by Lee Billings For generations, UFO enthusiasts have longed for claims of aliens visiting Earth to be seriously investigated by scientists. Now they are […]
Dungeons & Dragons – Starter Set: Heroes of The Borderlands
For many, Dungeons & Dragons may seem like a insurmountable entry point to the world of RPGs, and, in many ways, especially without at least one seasoned veteran in your group, it isn’t necessarily an incorrect assumption. The all new Dungeons & Dragons – Starter Set: Heroes of The Borderlands aims to eliminate that hurdle […]
Kickstarter Tabletop Alert: Time Loop Shenanigans in ‘Chronofiends!!’
The research station is stuck in an ever-shrinking time loop—use your time-manipulating powers to accomplish your objectives before time runs out! Chronofiends!! (yes, the exclamation points are part of the title) is a cooperative time-loop game for 1 to 4 players, ages 13 and up, and takes about 90 minutes to play. It’s currently seeking […]
Reeves says UK ‘beginning to turn corner’ as growth beats forecasts
The UK economy is “beginning to turn a corner”, the chancellor has said, after it grew by more than expected in the first three months of the year. Rachel Reeves told the BBC the 0.7% growth in the January-to-March period was “very encouraging”. It was stronger than the 0.6% that analysts had forecast, and was…
Hailey Bieber Shares “Relevant” Note Amid Justin’s Cryptic Behavior
As Justin Bieber continues to spread cryptic messages about love on social media, Hailey Bieber shared a handwritten note reading: “Cry me a river, build me a bridge and get over it.” Hailey Bieber is giving a glimpse into her world 2.0. On May 14, the Rhode Skin founder posted a picture of what appeared…
Trump USDA Restores Climate Information for Farmers after Lawsuit
USDA Reverses Course and Restores Climate Information for Farmers Facing a lawsuit, the Department of Agriculture says it will restore climate-related websites that the agency erased after President Donald Trump took office By Lesley Clark & E&E News Harvesting soybeans in Jarrettsville, Maryland. Join Our Community of Science Lovers! CLIMATEWIRE | The Trump administration has…
Review – Absolute Batman #8: Deep Freeze
Ray: If there’s one thing that sets apart the Absolute Universe from the main one, it’s that the villains here are absolutely terrifying. They’re bigger, more vicious, and far more distanced from reality. That’s never clearer than with Mr. Freeze, who in the main continuity is a gimmick crook driven by love and obsession. In…
Major Canada wildfire kills two and forces 1,000 people to evacuate homes
Manitoba experiences unusually hot conditions after authorities warned this fire season could be devastating A major wildfire burning in central Canada has killed two people and forced 1,000 more to evacuate their homes, kicking off a fire season authorities warn could prove devastating. Canadian federal police confirmed on Wednesday that two people died in the…
Why NASA’s VIPER Lunar Rover Is Still in Limbo
Remember VIPER, NASA’s Off-Again, On-Again Lunar Rover? It’s Still in Limbo NASA’s nearly complete yet canceled lunar rover VIPER isn’t going to get carried to the moon by a private space exploration company—but it’s also not quite dead yet By Stephanie Pappas edited by Jeanna Bryner NASA’s VIPER, or the Volatiles Investigating Polar Exploration Rover,…
Construction sites appear in Gaza ahead of Israeli-US aid plan rejected by UN, images show
Israel is preparing a series of sites in Gaza that could be used as distribution centres for humanitarian aid in a controversial new plan, satellite images show. The Israeli government suspended food and medicine deliveries into Gaza in March. Ministers said the move, which has been condemned by UN, European and Middle Eastern leaders, was…
The Influencer-Approved Eyeshadow Hack That Works for All Eyelids
Beauty and lifestyle influencer Kat James shares her eyeshadow tips and tricks for all ages. Plus, shop affordable makeup picks starting at $6. The products featured in this article are from brands available in NBCUniversal Checkout. E! makes a commission on purchases. In case you haven’t heard, eyeshadow has made a major comeback in 2025. However,…
A hotline between the Pentagon and DCA airport hasn’t worked since 2022, FAA says
By Joe Hernandez A hotline that provided direct communication between the Pentagon and the air traffic control tower at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport has not functioned since March 2022, a Federal Aviation Administration official confirmed Wednesday. The public acknowledgment came during a hearing of the Senate Commerce Committee, when Republican Sen. Ted Cruz of…
Halle Bailey Requests Sole Custody of Son After DDG’s Alleged Attacks
Halle Bailey was granted sole physical and legal custody of her and ex DDG’s son Halo until June 4 after filing for a restraining order against the rapper, according to docs obtained by E! News. Warning: This story discusses allegations of domestic violence and emotional abuse. Halle Bailey has taken steps to protect her son…
Putin not on Kremlin list of officials attending Ukraine peace talks in Turkey
Russian President Vladimir Putin is not among the names listed by the Kremlin as due to attend peace talks on the war in Ukraine in Istanbul on Thursday, despite calls from Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelensky for him to attend. Russia’s delegation will instead be headed by presidential aide Vladimir Medinsky, according to the Kremlin statement. Zelensky…
Strange Formations on Venus Hint at Ongoing Geological Activity
By Elise Cutts edited by Lee Billings “Venus works differently than the Earth but not as different as what was originally assumed,” says the study’s co-lead author Anna Gülcher of the University of Bern in Switzerland. “We should think of tectonics as not just a black-and-white picture.” If you’re enjoying this article, consider supporting our…
Canadian PM criticises UK invitation to Trump for second state visit
Mark Carney says Canadians ‘not very impressed’ after Keir Starmer delivered invitation to US president in February Canada’s prime minister, Mark Carney, has criticised Britain’s invitation to Donald Trump for a second state visit, saying it undermined his government’s effort to project a united front against the US president’s talk of annexing Canada. Since taking…
The latest roadblock for House Republicans’ ‘big beautiful bill’: Senate Republicans
Deirdre Walsh As House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., feverishly works to finalize the details of a massive package that includes major portions of President Trump’s agenda, many Senate Republicans are dismissing the legislation before it is even finished in the House. “Unfortunately, it’s a sad joke,” Wisconsin GOP Sen. Ron Johnson said Wednesday “Wimpy,” and…
Review – Aquaman #5: Dagon’s Wrath
Ray: So far, Aquaman has sent our title character into the world of magic – a big change for Aquaman’s usual adventures. Atlantis has been spirited away to the realm of Dagon, a magic city ruled by a mad God-king, and assassins have come after Aquaman from that world, but we’ve never seen it –…
Lineker apologises for sharing ‘offensive’ Zionism post with rat image
“On Instagram I reposted material which I have since learned contained offensive references,” he said in a statement. “I very much regret these references. “I would never knowingly share anything antisemitic. It goes against everything I believe in.” The Match of the Day presenter said he deleted the post “as soon as I became aware…
A federal appeals panel has made enforcing the Voting Rights Act harder in 7 states
Hansi Lo Wang A panel of the 8th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has struck down one of the key remaining ways of enforcing the federal Voting Rights Act in seven mainly Midwestern states. For decades, private individuals and groups have brought the majority of lawsuits for enforcing the landmark law’s Section 2 protections against…
Migraine Drug Ubrogepant Tackles Debilitating Early Symptoms
Migraine Drug Ubrogepant Tackles Debilitating Early Symptoms Results from a phase 3 clinical trial suggest that taking ubrogepant at the first sign of an oncoming migraine can prevent preheadache fatigue and light sensitivity By Fred Schwaller & Nature magazine Migraine symptoms that appear long before a headache can include fatigue, light sensitivity, neck pain and…
Why Jamie Lee Curtis Regrets Getting Plastic Surgery at 25
Jamie Lee Curtis detailed what led to her decision to get plastic surgery at the age of 25 after filming the movie Perfect in 1985. Jamie Lee Curtis isn’t claiming to be perfect. The Freaky Friday actress detailed how a comment made by a cinematographer on the set of her 1985 film Perfect costarring John Travolta pushed her to…
Carney names new foreign minister in Canada cabinet shake-up
PM, who led Liberals to re-election, replaces Mélanie Joly – who becomes industry minister – with Anita Anand Mark Carney, the prime minister of Canada, has announced a major cabinet shake-up, including a new foreign minister, as he shapes a newly re-elected Liberal government. Carney, who replaced Justin Trudeau earlier this year and won the…
Review – Resurrection Man: Quantum Karma #2 – The Undying Man
Ray: The Black Label line is capable of doing things that no other DC book can, and this title makes the case that it’s at its best when it’s used to reinvent obscure and lower-tier heroes where there are no issues with branding. After a one-page prelude by the late, great Jackson “Butch” Guice, we’re…
How to Build a ‘Black Hole Bomb’
Physicists Build a ‘Black Hole Bomb’ in the Laboratory Astronomical amounts of energy could be extracted from black holes—to build a gigantic bomb, for example. Experts have now implemented this principle in the laboratory By Manon Bischoff edited by Lee Billings An artist’s rendition of a black hole surrounded by a glowing accretion disc of…
Trump meets Syria’s interim president after pledging to lift sanctions
By Franco Ordoñez , Aya Batrawy RIYADH, Saudi Arabia — President Trump met Wednesday with Syria’s interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa, spending about half an hour speaking with him on the sidelines of a visit to Saudi Arabia. The meeting was added to Trump’s schedule as he announced he would lift U.S. sanctions against Syria, a…
El Chapo’s family enters US as part of negotiating plea deal of drug lord’s son
Mexico says 17 relatives traveled for Ovidio Guzmán, who was extradited to US in 2023 to face narcotics charges Relatives of Ovidio Guzmán, a son of Sinaloa cartel co-founder Joaquín “El Chapo” Guzmán, have gone to the United States as part of his negotiations with US authorities, according to Mexico’s security minister. Ovidio Guzmán, known…
‘Shrapnel Boys:’ A Book Review
This week sees the 80th anniversary of V.E. Day, and here in the UK, there have been fly pasts and street parties (blighted by the weather, of course) to celebrate. Following on from the excellent Under a Fire Red Sky, published last month, Usborne Books has brought us another first-class children’s novel set in World…
GPs in England split over assisted dying plans, BBC research suggests
Family doctors in England are deeply divided on the issue of assisted dying, BBC research on plans to legalise the practice suggests. The findings give a unique insight into how strongly many GPs feel about the proposed new law – and highlight how personal beliefs and experiences are shaping doctors’ views on the issue. BBC…
Hurricanes, Wildfires and Other Disasters Displaced a Record 46 Million People Last Year
Disasters Displaced a Record 46 Million People Last Year In 2024 disasters displaced a record number of people both globally and in the U.S. About 11 million U.S. residents had to relocate to another part of the country because of hurricanes, floods and wildfires By Chelsea Harvey & E&E News Aerial view of destroyed houses…
José ‘Pepe’ Mujica, former guerrilla and ex-president of Uruguay, dies aged 89
In a final interview, Mujica said: ‘We are too focused on wealth and not on happiness … Before you know it, life has passed you by’ Uruguay’s former president José Mujica, a onetime Marxist guerrilla and flower farmer whose radical brand of democracy, plain-spoken philosophy and simple lifestyle fascinated people around the world, has died.…
The Best Self-Tan for Beginners, Tested & Ranked by a Beauty Expert
These popular sunless tanning options from Dolce Glow, Sunnee Bae Skin, and more didn’t disappoint, but the beginner-friendly winner is clear (and Miley Cyrus-approved). The products featured in this article are from brands available in NBCUniversal Checkout. E! makes a commission on purchases. Thanks to self-tan, you can achieve a bronzy summer glow all year round…
Rapper Tory Lanez is hospitalized after being stabbed in a California prison
By Rachel Treisman Tory Lanez was hospitalized on Monday after being stabbed at the California prison where he is serving 10 years for shooting fellow musician Megan Thee Stallion. The Canadian rapper, whose legal name is Daystar Peterson, is in fair condition after he was allegedly attacked by another inmate at a housing unit at…
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…
What Are AI Chatbot Companions Doing to Our Mental Health?
What Are AI Chatbot Companions Doing to Our Mental Health? AI chatbot companions may not be real, but the feelings users form for them are. Some scientists worry about long-term dependency By David Adam & Nature magazine “My heart is broken,” said Mike, when he lost his friend Anne. “I feel like I’m losing the…
Cassie Ventura Graphically Details Bodily Fluids in Diddy Freak Off
Sean “Diddy” Combs’ former girlfriend Cassie Ventura testified during his federal trial May 13 that the music mogul “expected” her to participate in his sexual “freak off” parties during her period. Content warning: This article details alleged sexual acts which some may find graphic. Cassie Ventura is sharing insight into ex Sean “Diddy” Combs’ parties…
Trump plans to lift Syria sanctions and touts $142bn arms deal on Saudi visit
US President Donald Trump has said the US has “no stronger partner” than Saudi Arabia during his first major foreign trip – a whirlwind visit of Gulf countries mainly focused on shoring up investment. Day one of the tour saw the two sides announce a $142bn (£107bn) arms deal, as well as other investments that…
Six killed in Tripoli clashes after killing of militia leader
Abdel Ghani al-Kikli, known as Gheniwa, had recently been involved in disputes with rival armed groups The killing of the head of one of Libya’s most powerful militias, which has been accused of abusing asylum seekers and faced allegations of crimes against humanity, has triggered armed clashes in Tripoli, resulting in at least six deaths.…
So far at Cannes: De Niro gets a Palme d’or, Trump gets criticized, nudity gets banned
Mandalit del Barco The 78th Cannes Film Festival kicked off on Tuesday in the French Riviera, where guests were asked to dress more modestly. “For decency reasons, nudity is prohibited on the Red Carpet, as well as in any other area of the Festival,” according to the 2025 festival’s website. “Voluminous outfits, in particular those…
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,…
UnitedHealth Group abruptly replaces CEO Andrew Witty, deepening a terrible year
By Maria Aspan UnitedHealth Group abruptly replaced CEO Andrew Witty on Tuesday, as the sweeping problems facing the company and industry deepened. Witty resigned “for personal reasons,” UnitedHealth said. He was replaced, effective immediately, by the company’s former CEO and current chairman, Stephen J. Hemsley. A UnitedHealth spokesperson declined to comment further. Shares in UnitedHealth…
Man jailed for 1986 murder acquitted after 38 years in prison
A man who has served almost 38 years in prison for the murder of a woman has had his conviction quashed by the Court of Appeal after new DNA evidence emerged. Peter Sullivan was jailed over the 1986 killing of 21-year-old barmaid Diane Sindall, who was subjected to a frenzied sexual attack in Birkenhead, Merseyside,…
Adam Levine Hilariously Shades Blake Shelton’s Return to The Voice
Adam Levine has a simple message for Blake Shelton. The Maroon 5 frontman hilariously reacted to news that his BFF and former costar will be returning to The Voice to perform during the NBC singing competition series’ upcoming season 27 finale on May 20. “Boo!” Adam exclusively told E! News backstage May 12. “You hear…
Canada’s Liberals inch toward majority, but one vote could decide key contest
Quebec recount awarded seat to Liberal challenger by one vote, but a missing ballot could throw contest into disarray Canada’s Liberal party has inched closer to a majority government after a judicial recount found the party had won an electoral district by just a single vote. But a voter has also claimed her ballot wasn’t…
How Trump’s National Weather Service Cuts Could Cost Lives
How Trump’s National Weather Service Cuts Could Cost Lives Weather experts warn that staff cuts at the National Weather Service that have been made by the Trump administration are a danger to public safety as tornadoes, hurricanes and heat loom this spring and summer By Andrea Thompson edited by Dean Visser A house submerged in…
Brazil’s president seeks ‘indestructible’ links with China amid Trump trade war
Remark comes as Brazil, Colombia and Chile’s leaders fly to Beijing amid international uncertainty generated by Trump The Brazilian president, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, has heralded his desire to build “indestructible” relations with China, as the leaders of three of Latin America’s biggest economies flew to Beijing against the backdrop of Donald Trump’s trade…
M&S says customer data stolen in cyber attack
Marks & Spencer has revealed that some personal customer data has been stolen in the recent cyber attack, which could include contact details and dates of birth. The High Street giant said the personal information taken could also include online order histories, but added the data theft did not include useable payment or card details,…
Republicans face a crucial stretch this week as they aim to deliver on Trump’s agenda
By Deirdre Walsh , Elena Moore By the end of this month, House Republicans hope to finalize the details of President Trump’s “big beautiful bill” that includes sweeping changes to tax, immigration and energy policy. House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., has already muscled a budget blueprint for the plan through the chamber. But this week…
Stack Overflow: Alien Intelligence
We’ve named ourselves Homo sapiens because what sets us apart—according to ourselves—is the way that we think. We are knowledgeable, wise, sentient in a way that other creatures are not… aren’t we? What happens when we encounter minds that are quite different from our own? Today’s stack includes a few stories of people encountering alien intelligences.…
Barack Obama Shares Rare Pic of Michelle Obama With Sasha & Malia
In honor of Mother’s Day, Barack Obama shared an adorable photo of his wife Michelle Obama and their daughters Malia Obama and Sasha Obama. Barack Obama gets the vote for most adorable Mother’s Day tribute. The former president celebrated his wife of 33 years Michelle Obama for the special holiday by sharing a rare photo…
U.K. Funds Geoengineering Experiments as Global Controversy Grows
U.K. Funds Geoengineering Experiments as Global Controversy Grows Critics say U.K. investment in research on climate-cooling interventions, such as refreezing sea ice and brightening clouds, distracts from the need to cut planet-warming emissions By Chelsea Harvey & E&E News An aerial view of an ice floe near the CCGS Amundsen, a Canadian research ice-breaker navigating…
Chris Mason: Starmer’s robust language nods to immigration failures
It is perhaps little wonder immigration is as politically charged an issue as it is, when you consider two things. Firstly, as I wrote here, the numbers point to it being the stand-out UK social and demographic change of the 21st century. And secondly, it is also one of the biggest and most transparent political…
Michael Jordan joins NBC as the network revives its NBA coverage
By Ayana Archie Basketball legend Michael Jordan is taking his talents to television. NBC Sports announced Monday he will be joining its programming as a contributor when the upcoming NBA season starts in October. “I am so excited to see the NBA back on NBC,” Jordan said in a statement released by the network. “The…
Episcopal church says it won’t help resettle white South Africans granted refugee status
Church refuses White House directive, citing longstanding ‘commitment to racial justice and reconciliation’ The Episcopal church’s migration service is refusing a directive from the federal government to help resettle white South Africans granted refugee status, citing the church’s longstanding “commitment to racial justice and reconciliation”. Presiding bishop Sean Rowe announced the step on Monday, shortly…
Anthropologie Summer Sale: Shop Dresses and More Starting at Just $10
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 temperatures are heating up but your closet is still full of sweaters, boots and coats, it’s time for a wardrobe upgrade. Summer is already here at Anthropologie with a sale that’s…
Texas Lottery faces scrutiny amid jackpot controversies and leadership shakeup
From The Texas Newsroom By Lucio Vasquez ROSENBERG, TEXAS – At Lucky Rudy’s, a convenience store outside of Houston, 30-year-old Eli Sierra holds up a fresh scratch-off. Buying lottery and scratch-off tickets has been a simple tradition he shares with his wife — a little spark of excitement, not a serious investment. “I’ll go buy…
Ways To Cope When Your Child Gets A Life-Altering Diagnosis
Opinion The Science of ParentingMondays Ways To Cope When Your Child Gets A Life-Altering Diagnosis Parents often struggle with the news that their child has a major health issue. Learning how to manage new routines and expectations is key to everyone’s happiness By Beth S. Russell Cut through the claims: Get email alerts for The…
Police probe possible links to two other blazes after Starmer house fire
The Metropolitan Police say they are investigating whether two other incidents are connected to Monday’s fire at Sir Keir Starmer’s private home in north London. Emergency services were called to the Kentish Town property in the early hours of Monday, and counter terrorism police are investigating the cause. There was damage to the property’s entrance…
First group of white South Africans arrive in US after Trump grants refugee status
Trump stirs controversy by calling Afrikaners, minority descended from Dutch colonists, victims of a ‘genocide’ The first group of white South Africans granted refugee status by Donald Trump’s administration has arrived in the US, stirring controversy in South Africa as the US president declared the Afrikaners victims of a “genocide”. The Afrikaners, a minority descended…
Race to lead D.C. lawyers’ association grows heated amid attacks on law firms
Carrie Johnson Election season is under way in Washington and the candidates are not holding anything back. The race to lead the nonprofit D.C. Bar Association is taking place at a precarious moment in national politics—and that’s reflected in the rhetoric on the campaign trail. “I’ve been a member of the D.C. Bar for 30…
PM promises migration drop as he unveils plans for ‘tightened’ visa rules
Sir Keir Starmer has promised the government’s new immigration measures will mean net migration falls “significantly” over the next four years. The prime minister unveiled plans to ban recruitment of care workers from overseas, tighten access to skilled worker visas and raise the costs to employers in an effort to curb near record net migration.…
Breeding for ‘Cuteness’ Is Making Dogs and Cats Look More Alike
Convergent ‘Cuteness’ Is Making Dogs and Cats Look Alike Pugs, Persian cats, and other smushed-face cats and dogs are more similar to one another than they are to the wild animals they evolved from By Rachel Nuwer edited by Allison Parshall Japanese Chin. What do Persian cats, Pekingese dogs and pugs have in common? They…
Koyo Kouoh, art curator due to lead 2026 Venice Biennale, dies at 57
Groundbreaking Swiss-Cameroonian curator would have been the first African woman to head up the art event Koyo Kouoh, the groundbreaking Swiss-Cameroonian curator who was to become the first African woman to head up the Venice Biennale, died suddenly on Saturday, the Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa announced. “It is with profound sorrow that the…