Hamas launches more rockets, Israeli jets strike Gaza as casualties mount

Sirens blared through the night across Israel with at least one rocket striking a suburb of Tel Aviv, causing injuries and significant damage, according to Israeli officials.

The battle for Myanmar is far from over

And the pro-democracy movement has proven resilient.

Forget Dogecoin: These Unstoppable Stocks Are Much Smarter Buys

Dogecoin is all hype with no substance. By comparison, this trio of unstoppable companies is the real deal.

Wells Fargo is experiencing an exodus of mortgage bankers. Insiders explain why

Summary List PlacementGood morning and welcome to Insider Finance. I'm Dan DeFrancesco, and here's what's on the agenda today: Wells Fargo is experiencing an exodus of some of its top mortgage...

Miami (Ohio) And NBA Help Basketball Hall Of Famer Wayne Embry Seal His Greatness With Statue

Former NBA player and executive Wayne Embry is among the least discussed of the world's greatest renaissance men. But get this: He's getting his own statue at his alma mater, Miami (Ohio)...

Israel placing troops along border with Gaza: report

Israel began to position troops along the border with Gaza Thursday as violence with Hamas continues to escalate, according to a report.

4 Moves to Make If the Stock Market Plummets Tomorrow

Plan ahead, or run the risk of making an ill-informed decision when it comes time to make tough choices.

Malibu crowded balcony collapse captured on video

Horrifying video has captured the moment a crowded Malibu balcony collapsed on Saturday, injuring at least nine people, according to reports.

Big Tech's reputation takes a pandemic plunge

Data: Harris Poll; Chart: Danielle Alberti/AxiosAmericans have fallen further out of love with Big Tech, the latest Axios/Harris 100 brand reputation poll shows.Why it matters: Even though...

The Reason You Still Can’t Find a New Car or PlayStation 5

One shortage is causing tons of other shortages.

Pooping at the Office Again Is Going to Be Terrible

Why the gastrointestinal experts are worried for us all.

Stock index giant MSCI to start tracking Alibaba's Hong Kong shares instead of U.S. shares

Index giant MSCI announced that after the close on May 27, its global indexes will track Alibaba's shares listed in Hong Kong, rather than New York.

What Ellen DeGeneres Has Said About Her Talk Show Ending

A mainstay of daytime TV, the Ellen DeGeneres Show will end at the end of its 2021-22 season after 18 years.

Man found fatally shot in parking lot of Freedom Drive business, CMPD says

He died after being rushed to a Charlotte hospital, police say

10 Things in Politics: Anti-Trump Republicans threaten spinoff 3rd party

Summary List PlacementGood morning! Welcome back to 10 Things in Politics, your weekday look at the biggest stories in DC and beyond. Sign up here to receive this newsletter. Send tips to...

What you need to know about the coronavirus right now

Bhramar Mukherjee, a professor of epidemiology at the University of Michigan, said most models had predicted a peak this week and that the country could be seeing signs of that trend. A...

'This Is Us' Canceled: Why the Show Is Ending

"This Is Us" is set to come to an end after six seasons, meaning fans will soon have to say goodbye to the Pearsons. Here's why NBC is bringing the show to a close.

Having A Glass Ceiling To Break Through Is Privilege. Here’s Why

The issue with “breaking the glass ceiling” is it fails to recognise that women are not all viewed equal - many women do not have the privilege of having a glass ceiling to break. Do not forget...

There's an ETF for everything, except bitcoin

Happiness. Weed. Robots. Water. Whatever the theme, there's probably an ETF promoting a basket of stocks related to it.Why it matters: Thematic ETFs are an investment mania side effect. There's...

After Covid breakout at Changi Airport, Singapore to shut down everything for 2 weeks except...

18 Funny and Slightly Embarrassing Things We All Did as Kids

Don’t you think that childhood is a magical time? When nostalgia strikes, it’s a pleasure to remember certain fun little habits we (almost) all had when we were kids. These included talking...

Libor Replacement Race Heats Up

Some analysts are now saying multiple benchmarks are likely to replace Libor instead of just one.

Banks Plan to Issue Credit Cards to People With No Credit Scores

A regulator had asked banks to brainstorm on how to make loans to people who have often been locked out from getting them.

The First Official Mayoral Debate in N.Y.C.: What to Know

It's a chance for struggling candidates to break out. Public safety and police power are almost certain to arise as contentious topics.

Donald Trump's Fascism On Full Display In Chilling New Ad

Progressive PAC MeidasTouch urges people to #RejectGOPFascism with its new spot exposing how Trump follows the demagogic playbook.

Universal credit fraud and error at new high

Figures from the Department for Work and Pensions show £8.4bn was lost in 2020-21.

US agents encounter more single adults are crossing border

While asylum-seeking families and children dominate public attention, single adults represent a growing number of encounters with U.S. border agents

Crime drops by 8% during year of lockdowns, says ONS

Falls in theft offences drive a reduction in crime recorded by police in England and Wales.

Drive to Vaccinate Children Gathers Speed in U.S

The C.D.C.’s authorization for 12- to 15-year-olds cleared the way for the world’s first mass inoculation effort in youngsters. Here’s the latest on Covid-19.

Ex-Maldives president flies to Germany to treat blast wounds

Former Maldives President Mohamed Nasheed, who was critically wounded in an explosion, has been released from the hospital and flown to Germany for further treatment

U.S., Allies and Human Rights Groups Accuse China at U.N. of Massive Crimes Against Uyghurs

Britain’s U.N. Ambassador Barbara Woodward called the situation in Xinjiang 'one of the worst human rights crises of our time'

Former Miss Myanmar Joins Armed Struggle Against Junta

She posted pictures of herself holding an assault rifle in a remote area.

Autotrader: Cadillac’s new Lyriq sets the stage for an electric future

The Lyriq is Cadillac’s first fully electric car and it points the way forward for a brand long associated with powerful gas engines.

NerdWallet: 6 reasons you’ll regret not having renters insurance

It might cost less than you expect — in fact, some tenants pay next to nothing. Find out why you may want renters insurance and how affordable it can be.

'All Our Opportunity Was Taken Away': Sanctuary Family Slowly Restarts Life

The Thompsons, originally from Jamaica, spent 843 days living in churches in Philadelphia to avoid deportation. Now they are free, but reentry comes with new challenges.

YouTube EMEA Head Cécile Frot-Coutaz Named CEO of Sky Studios

YouTube executive and former Fremantle boss Cécile Frot-Coutaz has been named CEO of Sky Studios, the heavy-hitting production and development arm for Sky. Frot-Coutaz takes the reins from current...

Biden Will Host Senate Republicans In Bid For Infrastructure Package

President Biden continues conversations with Republicans, but major hurdles persist over what items would be in an infrastructure measure, and how it might be paid for.

As Trillions Flow Out the Door, Stimulus Oversight Faces Challenges

A sprawling system meant to police trillions of dollars is showing signs of strain as watchdogs warn of waste, fraud and abuse.

Inflation Is Here. What Now?

Prices are rising fast, in ways that seem temporary, yet this could change expectations in ways that are self-reinforcing.

Scientists Transport Shark Sperm Across U.S. in Unprecedented Study

Scientists conducted the largest effort to artificially inseminate sharks, an experiment that produced the first shark hatchlings ever fertilized by cold-stored semen.

These Adjustable Dumbbells Are Perfect for Any At-Home Workout

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Meteorologist's Tech Issue Turns Into The Trippiest Weather Forecast Ever

Cloudy with a chance of flashbacks.

Canadian chip designer Alphawave sees shares slump 19% in London IPO

Shares of Canadian chip designer Alphawave IP crashed as much as 19% in the company's debut on the London Stock Exchange on Thursday morning.

Amazon will stream WNBA games in 2021 as part of a multi-year deal

Amazon has signed a multi-year deal with the Women's National Basketball Association that will see it stream games live on Prime Video.

IAB: podcast ad revenue in the US grew 19% in 2020 to hit $842M, up from $708M in 2019 and $479M...

Peter White / Deadline: IAB: podcast ad revenue in the US grew 19% in 2020 to hit $842M, up from $708M in 2019 and $479M in 2018, and is set to reach $2B by 2023  —  The world of podcasting has...

Ferrari poorly parked with one wheel over the curb. Apparently, this is news in New Zealand [Awkward]

Germany staycation: domestic tourism on the rise in Schleswig-Holstein

Several German states are already preparing to reopen to domestic tourists. Four trial projects in the northern state of Schleswig-Holstein have already been welcoming them back.

Heather Hardy: ‘I was a world champion and I couldn’t use boxing as my full-time job’

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Rachel Maddow explains how Bill Barr's corruption could end in a Trump indictment

As the adage goes, it's never the crime — it's always the cover-up

English Premier League Extends $7 Billion Rights Deal With Sky, Amazon, BT, BBC

In today’s Global Bulletin, the English Premier League renews rights deals for three years; Stephen Graham-starrer “Boiling Point” sells wide; and NENT Group sets terrorism drama “Red Election.”...

Albanian man tries to set himself on fire at Eid prayers in Tirana

The holy day marking the end of Ramadan began in muted fashion on Thursday against the backdrop of COVID-19 and the Israel-Palestine conflict.

Tiger is still missing as mystery deepens over man who was seen with it

A man who wrangled a tiger strolling in front of a Houston home Sunday has posted bond over the incident, yet the circumstances of the scene that shocked neighbors and authorities remain unclear.

Israel amasses troops on Gaza border as communal violence escalates

Prime minister Netanyahu plans to deploy army after night of clashes and bombings

Ideal Reality: AR and VR resources for designers and creators

“ Ideal Reality started as a project to collect resources to work on my research on interfaces and typography for Augmented Reality. Since there was no central resource, it took me a long...

In a not too distant timeline, this Frunday K.Z..

Is the return of the return of Mystery Science Theater 3000 not enough for you? How about five fan-made MST3K episodes? Or an archive of almost 2000 text-based MST3K fanfics (MiSTings) riffing on...

Elon’s Damascene moment crashes bitcoin

Captain Planet realises he might be a baddie.

U.S. Stock Futures Edge Down After Wall Street Selloff

U.S. Stock Futures Edge Down After Wall Street Selloff  The Wall Street JournalFutures Rise With Rally At Key Level; Bitcoin Plunges On Tesla Move  Investor's Business DailyDow hit with 682 point...

U.S. Stock Futures Edge Down After Wall Street Selloff

U.S. Stock Futures Edge Down After Wall Street Selloff  The Wall Street JournalFutures Rise With Rally At Key Level; Bitcoin Plunges On Tesla Move  Investor's Business DailyDow hit with 682 point...

From ‘traitor’ to trailblazer: the rise of NBA bench pioneer Becky Hammon

Gregg Popovich’s longtime aide-de-camp is the first female full-time assistant coach in any major US sports league – and no one in the NBA will be surprised when she finally lands a top jobStill...

Podcast: How The Evangelical Machine Got Made

Listen and subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | Google PodcastsThese days, everyone assumes that this is just a fact of life: Evangelicals are Republicans, and Republicans are...

31 Pieces Of Furniture From Wayfair That Perfectly Combine Style And Comfort

If you've ever fallen in love with a chair only to find out it feels like a park bench....never again.

People are panic buying homes as prices skyrocket around the world

It wasn't long ago that real estate experts were bracing for the worst.

Israel-Palestinian Hostilities: Live Updates

Israel-Palestinian Hostilities: Live Updates  The New York TimesCommunal violence erupts in Israeli cities following days of air strikes and rocket attacks  CNN Live TV shows Israeli mob attack...

Lisa Vanderpump Sent Restaurant Tab to Archenemy Kyle Richards' Table

Lisa Vanderpump and Kyle Richards are such bitter enemies they're always looking for new ways to stick to each other -- such as Lisa sending her restaurant tab to Kyle's table. So, here's the deal...

Swiss spy chief exits after reports of row over CIA-linked firm

What 12 Actors From Action Movies That Made Us All Sigh Look Like Today

Many of the celebrities who focus their careers on action movies make it to Hollywood thanks to the incredible physical skills they display. Some of these consist of Olympic athletes, while others...

Stock futures fall as selloff continues

Stock futures fall as selloff continues  Fox BusinessFutures Rise With Rally At Key Level; Bitcoin Plunges On Tesla Move  Investor's Business DailyDow hit with 682 point loss, Nasdaq off 2.7% on...

Study finds alarming levels of ‘forever chemicals’ in US mothers’ breast milk

As Israel-Hamas hostilities rage, violence spreads on Israeli streets

The violence has reached deeper into Israel than any since the 2000 Palestinian intifada, or uprising. Arab and Jewish mobs are rampaging through the streets.

Careersaas: AI-powered remote job search platform

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US Customs Wants Indians To Stop Carrying Cow Dung in Their Luggage

Taking shit to a whole new level.

Guess Who This Little Swimmer Turned Into!

Before this swimming sweetheart was cheering people up with her hilarious television show, she was just another cute kid playing around in the pool in Long Island, New York. This splashin' kid...

As Israel-Hamas air war rages, violence spreads on Israeli streets

The violence has reached deeper into Israel than any since the 2000 Palestinian intifada, or uprising. Arab and Jewish mobs are rampaging through the streets.

Chinese autonomous driving company WeRide says it raised an undisclosed sum to complete its...

Rebecca Bellan / TechCrunch: Chinese autonomous driving company WeRide says it raised an undisclosed sum to complete its Series C at a $3B+ valuation, four months after its $310M Series B  —  Only...

The Best Bottles Of High-End Scotch Whisky Between $300-$500

These (very) expensive bottles of Scotch whisky might be worth the investment based on taste alone.

Nowhere to run: Fear in Gaza grows amid conflict with Israel

GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip (AP) — Screams and flying debris enveloped Umm Majed al-Rayyes as explosions hurled her from her bed in Gaza City. Groping in the dark, the 50-year-old grabbed her four...

Get Vaccinated, Win $1 Million: Ohio Bets Lottery Will Convince People to Get Shots

More than 4.2 million Ohioans—about 36%—had completed the vaccination process. But the number of people seeking vaccines has dropped in recent weeks

31 Home Decor Items From Target That’ll Easily Make Your Home Look More Luxurious

Treat yo' self: home makeover edition.

Driven by despair, Lebanese pharmacist looks to life abroad

BEIRUT, Lebanon (AP) — The shelves are bare at the Panacea pharmacy north of Beirut. Its owner, Rita El Khoury, has spent the past few weeks packing up her career, apartment and belongings before...

Colonial Pipeline restarts operations after ransomware attack

Colonial Pipeline will soon resume its normal operations after being forced to shut down due to a ransomware attack.

COVID-19 Was 'A Preventable Disaster,' WHO-Ordered Report Says

5 ways not having a college degree made me a better leader

The CEO of OH Partners says it took him a long time to understand that people learn differently and that self-worth should not be tied to a college diploma. One of the biggest life lessons I have...

How the Personal Computer Broke the Human Body

Decades before 'Zoom fatigue' broke our spirits, the so-called computer revolution brought with it a world of pain previously unknown to humankind.

Blame game begins as Afghanistan situation worsens

The U.S. and NATO military withdrawal may still be in its early phases, but the finger-pointing over who will be to blame for losing Afghanistan has already begun.

‘It’s a risky strategy’: Progressives bristle over Biden on talks with GOP

Influential leaders on the left fear the president is squandering precious time and political capital in his attempt at bipartisanship.

Amazon and WNBA strike multi-year streaming deal

Amazon and the Women’s National Basketball Association have announced a multi-year deal that’ll see several games streamed live on Prime Video. It’s the first time Amazon has ever secured...

Pervis Staples, member of famed Staple Singers, dead at 85

Pervis Staples, whose tenor voice complimented his father's and sisters' in the legendary gospel group The Staple Singers, has died, a spokesman announced Wednesday. He was 85.

Kyle Kuzma Helps Lakers Hold Off Rockets Without LeBron James, Anthony Davis

Turns out, the Los Angeles Lakers don't need LeBron James and Anthony Davis to beat the NBA's worst team. The Purple and Gold extended their winning streak to...

NBA Playoff Standings 2021: Latest Play-in Picture and Predicting Final Seedings

The Los Angeles Lakers are running out of time to move back into the top six in the Western Conference. And the Portland Trail Blazers and Dallas Mavericks are doing their best to ensure the...

‘Wish Dragon’ Trailer: John Cho, Constance Wu Voice Animated Fantasy Film

Movie co-produced by Jackie Chan hits Netflix next month

This mini massage gun delivers percussive muscle therapy in a handheld, cordless unit

Unlike the impact of vibration therapy which applies regular, consistent contact to sore areas that the body ultimately acclimates to quickly, percussive therapy oscillates around toward the most...

Israeli actress Gal Gadot issues statement calling for peace and anti-Israel activists melt down

Gal Gadot, the Israeli actress best known for portraying "Wonder Woman" on the big screen, issued a statement calling for peace and pro-Palestinians critics melted down in response. Gadot posted...

"Qanon Queen" image coming off "Trump Train" bus after Buckingham Palace complains

The vehicle is owned by a Trump supporter named Buddy Hall — who tells Salon he was re-wrapping it anyway

124 retired generals and admirals say US in 'deep peril' under Biden, warn of his 'mental' condition

More than 120 retired generals and admirals have signed a letter saying that the U.S. is in "deep peril" under the leadership of President Joe Biden, specifically warning that the mental condition...

Homeless person burned in attack near Lincoln Park, source says

A homeless person suffered serious burns after someone threw a flammable liquid at them near Lincoln Park, a source told The Times.

Bitcoin Crashes As Elon Musk Announces Tesla Cars Can No Longer Be Bought With Cryptocurrency

Tesla had previously purchased billions of dollars worth of the cryptocurrency

Dave Bautista Thinks Marvel ‘Dropped the Ball’ On Drax’s Origin Story

In a recent interview, Bautista expressed frustration with the studio for not exploring the warrior’s troubled past.

‘Misogynistic’ Apple hire is out hours after employees call for investigation

Antonio García Martínez is no longer working at Apple hours after employees circulated a petition calling for an investigation into his hiring. Martínez, a former Facebook product manager on the...

“The Serpent” Charles Sobhraj

Charles Sobhraj’s actions match the symptoms of Antisocial Personality Disorder. But does therapy work for serial killers?Continue reading on An Injustice! »

Joe Biden: Career Defender of Israel’s Crimes and Impunity

Joe Biden has long facilitated Israel’s impunity. Now, as Gaza burns, he is doing it as president. The post Joe Biden: Career Defender of Israel’s Crimes and Impunity appeared first on The Intercept.

The Passionate, Lightly Rabid Subculture Of Jen Psaki Superfans

White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki has a burgeoning fanbase of loyal stans.

Brush fire burns homes, prompts evacuations east of Palmdale

A brush fire had grown to about 180 acres and burned at least two homes Wednesday, forcing evacuations in the community of Pinon Hills near the San Gabriel Mountains east of Palmdale.

Watch: Weather report gets weird when hit with a trippy technical glitch

Meteorologist Jennifer McDermed was giving a weather report on Fox 9 in Minneapolis–St. Paul when she began to multiply on screen. Each replica was seconds off from her neighboring clone, making...

32 incredibly useful things you didn’t know Google Sheets could do

There’s much more to Google Sheets than meets the eye. Unlock these advanced options–and watch your productivity soar. I’ll admit it: For the majority of my adult life, spreadsheets have remained...

The Best Hard Coolers for Tough-as-Hell Food and Drink Storage

Durable and portable, these top-rated coolers will chill your beverages and food for hours

A crypto billionaire donated $1 billion to India. Make sure you include an asterisk

The saga highlights just how uncharted the territory is in the world of crypto philanthropy. A cryptocurrency billionaire seems to have made one of the largest contributions to save lives in India...

Ohio Will Offer $1-Million Lotteries And Full-Ride Scholarships For People Who Get COVID Vaccines

The state will select one student and one adult at random for five consecutive weeks starting later this month.

Company defies Michigan governor's order to close pipeline

Whitmer had set a Wednesday deadline to shut down Line 5, contending it risks a major oil spill in the Straits of Mackinac linking Lake Huron and Lake Michigan. But Enbridge says only the federal...

Ai learns to type on phone like humans..

How foster care failed Ma’Khia Bryant

Teenage foster children are especially vulnerable when left unsupervised, said the founder of The Foster Care Institute.Continue reading on Insider »

No One Knows How Long Trump Will Control The Republican Party, Especially Not Republicans

Loyalty to Trump remains a prerequisite to rise up through the Republican Party, with Rep. Liz Cheney only the latest to fall.

9 Easy-Breezy Large Muslin Blankets To Snuggle Up In This Summer

What once was a simple, “organic cotton bedding seed” planted in one of our very own Shopping team member’s head, is now a fully-blossomed infatuation with adult baby blankets — aka lightweight...

Tesla bails on bitcoin..

Pyer Moss Designer Kerby Jean-Raymond To Make Haute Couture Debut

On Wednesday, Pyer Moss designer Kerby Jean-Raymond revealed plans to show during fall ‘21 Paris Haute Couture Week which will take place from July 5 to July 8. The designer, who launched his...

These Farmers Want You to Drink Your Hops and Eat Them Too

Washington’s Walla Walla Valley is home to some of the country’s most fertile soils. Wheat farmers and vintners, or wine-grape growers, have taken advantage of this for decades, and it’s what the...

Ponte 516 Arouca in Arouca, Portugal

With each step, the metal lattice of Ponte 516 Arouca wobbles slightly. Most suspension bridges do this to some degree, but it’s especially unnerving on the newly-opened bridge, which hangs 175...

Why are used cars so expensive right now?

How a supply chain shortage is leading more people to the used car market. In January 2020, Eddie Lee was on the verge of selling his 2013 Dodge Charger, but he wasn’t impressed with the amount...

How to Fix Outlook's Blank Email Bug

Microsoft is rolling out an Outlook update to fix a strange bug for Microsoft 365 users that’s causing email text to disappear as it’s typed and incoming messages to show up blank. In other words:...

Ellen Announces To Bound-And-Gagged Staff That She Ending Them

LOS ANGELES—Noting that it had been a difficult but ultimately rewarding decision, Ellen DeGeneres announced to her bound-and-gagged staff Wednesday that she had officially made plans to end them....

Elizabeth Bruenig To Join The Atlantic as a Staff Writer

The Atlantic announced the hire of Elizabeth Bruenig as a staff writer covering the intersection of politics, religion, and culture. Bruenig will begin with The Atlantic at the end of May; she is...

How to Add Your Pronouns to Instagram, and Why Everyone Should

You can now add your preferred pronouns to Instagram, and I highly encourage you to do so even if you feel like you don’t really need. The more people that do, the more we can normalize this...

Liz Cheney’s Stand Had Nothing to Do With Principle. Ask Her Sister

Don’t expect much sincerity from the same Wyoming representative who once threw her sibling overboard for political gain. The post Liz Cheney’s Stand Had Nothing to Do With Principle. Ask Her...

How Much Time Does Humanity Have Left?

Statistics tell us that individuals are most likely to be somewhere around the middle part of our lives; the same could be true of the human race-- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com

Long-Time Employee Will Always Be Remembered For Sticking Around Too Long

CHICAGO—Fondly reminiscing on the decades he’d spent wasting away at the same thankless job, employees at Venture Manufacturing told reporters Wednesday that their departing longtime coworker Dale...

In a Hard Year of Pandemic, the Village Vanguard Wins Livestream Producer of 2021

The Jazz Journalists Association has named the Village Vanguard the livestream producer of the year, a major rebound for a club that’s been hammered by the pandemic but adapted with unparalleled...

'Budgie Smugglers': A Scandalous History of Speedos

Speedos, the famously ultra-tight swimming attire, showed so much leg on the conservative beaches of 1961 Australia that men were arrested.

6 Things We Know About Succession Season 3

The ‘Succession’ universe is expanding to include additional tall guys and some really ritzy hotels in Midtown Manhattan.

Asus's New Zenfone 8 Is Powerful and Small. That's About It

This pocket-friendly Android phone has a speedy processor and an excellent screen. It's also really boring.

Twitter’s New Font Embraces Being Messy

No, your eyes aren't deceiving you: Twitter's got a new “hand-cut” typeface.

How to Grow a Beard for the First Time

A seven-step plan to reach your fullest beard potential.

Kami Rita Sherpa Just Broke His Own Everest Record

The peak saw its first summits of the season last week, including several record-breaking climbs

Hacker Attack on Essential Pipeline Shows Infrastructure Weaknesses

Colonial Pipeline storage tanks in Pelham, Ala. After being hit by a ransomware attack, the company shut down 5,500 miles of its pipeline.

The PS5 Is Starting to Look Like the Revolution It Promised

What’s happening with Sony’s latest console, now that it’s been out for six months? Supply issues aside, it’s proving to be much more than a simple evolution.

Longform Podcast #439: Adam McKay

Adam McKay is a film director, writer, and host of the podcast Death at the Wing. “Sometimes you do a project and then you look back and you’re like, Ah, shit. I let some of myself get in the way...

Rudy Gobert Is Having One Of The Best Defensive Seasons In Modern NBA History

End-of-year NBA awards are a good lens through which to evaluate the league’s best performances, but the framing isn’t always quite right. Certain seasons are so exemplary that viewing them only...

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Kyrsten Sinema wasn’t the only Democrat to vote against including a $15 federal minimum wage in the $1.9 trillion Covid relief bill in early March, but she was the only one whose vote became a...

The Invisible Wound

Blast, impact, trauma, and everything that comes after traumatic brain injury.

Will 2022 Be A Good Year For Republicans? (Yes, We Know It’s Early!)

Welcome to FiveThirtyEight’s politics chat. The transcript below has been lightly edited. sarah (Sarah Frostenson, politics editor): We’re still more than a year away from the 2022 midterm...

Why Plants Are Seeding Climate Studies

The National Museum of Natural History’s herbarium is helping botanists research climate-driven changes in plants, their biology and their abundance

You Need a Better Dog Barrier

Vehicle seats are not designed to resist the force dogs or other cargo create during a crash, endangering not only their lives, but those of human occupants, too

Why Do Older Individuals Have Greater Control of Their Feelings?

Psychologist Susan Turk Charles talks about findings that reveal the elderly have higher emotional well-being

SpaceX, a Tesla for the skies

Having revolutionised the rocket business, SpaceX takes aim at telecoms

Can human creativity prevent mass unemployment?

The market for artisan goods is likely to grow. But organised craft could lose its charm