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by Sherin Shibu on March 2, 2026 at 8:04 pm
This one interview trend is a “big red flag” for Mr. Wonderful.
8 Tax Pitfalls to Avoid When Expanding Your U.S. Startup Overseas
by Nathalie Goldstein on March 2, 2026 at 7:30 pm
Going global can turboboost growth but also creates tax risks. Research, planning and expert advice can help you avoid costly mistakes.
The Neuroscience Behind Why Leaders Stall Under Pressure — and What to Do About It
by Melissa Kalt, MD on March 2, 2026 at 7:00 pm
A neuroscience-backed explanation of why high achievers struggle with decisions under pressure and how to break the cycle by separating ideation from execution.
Turn Complex Ideas into Clear Diagrams With Microsoft’s Go-To Tool
by Entrepreneur Store on March 2, 2026 at 7:00 pm
Give your ideas better visuals with this Microsoft diagramming tool.
How Corporations Can Use This Simple Solution to Beat Turnover and Supercharge Innovation
by Anis Uzzaman on March 2, 2026 at 6:30 pm
Venture capital loses momentum to turnover — this system offers innovation and stability.
by Goran Paun on March 2, 2026 at 6:00 pm
In mature organizations, design eventually stops being just a creative function. It becomes infrastructure.
How to Stop Your Startup Sale From Erasing Who You Are as an Entrepreneur
by Colin C. Campbell on March 2, 2026 at 5:30 pm
Exiting a business isn’t the end — it’s the start of something new.
You Don’t Need Awards to Raise Venture Capital — You Just Need These 2 Things
by Allen Law on March 2, 2026 at 5:00 pm
Industry recognitions may open doors, but investment follows alignment and measurable impact.
Despite Rising Tech Prices, These Powerful Desktops are Still Less Than $400
by Entrepreneur Store on March 2, 2026 at 5:00 pm
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Lady of Elche: A 2,400-year-old bust of a mysterious ‘highborn’ woman from pre-Roman Spain
by kkillgrove@livescience.com (Kristina Killgrove) on March 2, 2026 at 11:00 am
The mysterious Lady of Elche was crafted from a large limestone block before the Romans ruled Spain.
Pain lasts longer in women, and immune cells may the culprit
on March 1, 2026 at 3:00 pm
A newly published study suggests that the immune system may play a role in why recovery from pain differs in men and women.
on March 1, 2026 at 2:00 pm
Q&A with cognitive neuroscientist Steve Fleming: What the science of self-awareness can tell us about confident decision-making
on March 1, 2026 at 1:00 pm
Ancient followers of the Eleusinian Mysteries may have used a highly toxic fungus to create psychedelic hallucinations during their rituals, a new chemical analysis suggests.
March could be the best month for the northern lights for nearly a decade — if the sun stays active
on March 1, 2026 at 12:00 pm
March 2026 could be the best month for the northern lights until the mid-2030s, as celestial mechanics and solar activity combine for potentially potent results.
NASA telescope spots first alien ‘astrosphere’ around a sun-like star: Space photo of the week
on March 1, 2026 at 11:00 am
The first bubble of hot gas seen around another star has been spotted around the “Moth,” just 117 light-years away.
Do you weigh more when an elevator goes up or when it comes down?
on March 1, 2026 at 10:00 am
Your weight doesn’t change because of gravity but because the floor pushes back. Physicists explain why elevators briefly make you feel heavier or lighter.
on March 1, 2026 at 7:00 am
In 1974, physicist Stephen Hawking described the potential for tiny, primordial black holes that existed at the dawn of time to explode — and reshaped what we knew about these cosmic behemoths.
Scientists made AI agents ruder — and they performed better at complex reasoning tasks
on February 28, 2026 at 4:00 pm
A new project allowed AI chatbots to interrupt, stay silent or speak up the way humans do in conversation, and it made them smarter and more accurate.
Giant string of organic molecules on Mars may be one of the best signs of life yet
on February 28, 2026 at 3:00 pm
A new NASA analysis concludes that it is “reasonable to hypothesize” that living things could have formed the odd organic molecules discovered on Mars.
‘We’re starting to find a lot more weirdness’: These strange animals can control their body heat
on February 28, 2026 at 2:00 pm
Some creatures can dramatically alter their internal temperature — a strategy called heterothermy — and outlast storms, floods and predators.
by kkillgrove@livescience.com (Kristina Killgrove) on February 28, 2026 at 1:00 pm
A statistical analysis of a series of signs carved into artifacts from around 40,000 years ago suggests humans developed proto-writing in the Stone Age.
by ben.turner@futurenet.com (Ben Turner) on February 28, 2026 at 12:00 pm
Feb. 28, 2026: Our weekly roundup of the latest science in the news, as well as a few fascinating articles to keep you entertained over the weekend.
on February 28, 2026 at 10:00 am
An 11th-century Norse coin found in Maine raises the question of whether the Vikings landed there.
Stone Age boy in Sweden was buried in deerskin and a woodpecker headdress, archaeologists discover
by kkillgrove@livescience.com (Kristina Killgrove) on February 27, 2026 at 10:34 pm
A new method of studying the contents of soil samples has revealed Stone Age people in Sweden were buried in decorated fur-and-feather clothing.
on February 27, 2026 at 8:11 pm
Humanity’s Last Exam is a PhD-level benchmark designed to test the limits of AI reasoning. Although Google’s Gemini 3 scored a staggering 48.4%, experts stress that this does not indicate the arrival of artificial general intelligence (AGI).
The sun just experienced its first ‘spotless days’ in 4 years — but we’re not in the clear yet
on February 27, 2026 at 5:02 pm
Earlier this week, the number of visible sunspots on our home star fell to zero for the first time in 1,335 days. This normally indicates a period of greatly reduced solar activity, but it’s still too soon to relax, experts say.
by ben.turner@futurenet.com (Ben Turner) on February 27, 2026 at 4:34 pm
A major shakeup to NASA’s Artemis program will step rocket launches up to an annual basis, and discard a Boeing-designed upper stage.
Inherited diseases don’t work like we thought they did
on February 27, 2026 at 4:00 pm
“Monogenic” diseases, triggered by mutations in just one gene, may actually be more complex than scientists thought.
Just in time for the total lunar eclipse, this beginner-friendly telescope is now $100 off at Amazon
on February 27, 2026 at 3:28 pm
The Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 5-inch Schmidt-Cass is now down to $479 at Amazon, making it easy to enjoy the blood moon eclipse on March 3.
by Micah Zimmerman on March 2, 2026 at 7:44 pm
Bitcoin Magazine As Bombs Fall on Tehran, Iran’s Crypto Lifeline Lights Up As airstrikes hit Tehran, Iranians turned to bitcoin and other crypto as a financial lifeline. This post As Bombs Fall on Tehran, Iran’s Crypto Lifeline Lights Up first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.
by Micah Zimmerman on March 2, 2026 at 5:49 pm
Bitcoin Magazine St. Cloud Financial Credit Union Rolls Out Core-Integrated Digital Asset Platform for Members St. Cloud Financial Credit Union launched a platform that lets members hold and manage digital assets like Bitcoin while keeping control, data, and governance within the credit union. This post St. Cloud Financial Credit Union Rolls Out Core-Integrated Digital Asset Platform for Members first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.
by Juan Galt on March 2, 2026 at 4:59 pm
Bitcoin Magazine Cake Wallet Launches Bitcoin Lightning Network Support With Full Self-Custody and Privacy Defaults Cake Wallet has rolled out Bitcoin Lightning Network integration using Breez SDK and a privacy-focused Spark implementation, enabling instant payments while keeping users in full self-custody and limiting on-chain visibility. This post Cake Wallet Launches Bitcoin Lightning Network Support With Full Self-Custody and Privacy Defaults first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Juan Galt.
by Micah Zimmerman on March 2, 2026 at 4:52 pm
Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Price Pumps 7% in Early Trading to Over $70,000 The bitcoin price pumped sharply from the mid‑$65,000 range to above $70,000 earlier today. This post Bitcoin Price Pumps 7% in Early Trading to Over $70,000 first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.
by Micah Zimmerman on March 2, 2026 at 3:04 pm
Bitcoin Magazine Citrea Launches Foundation to Advance Bitcoin’s Programmable Future Citrea announced the creation of the Citrea Foundation today. This post Citrea Launches Foundation to Advance Bitcoin’s Programmable Future first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.
by Micah Zimmerman on March 2, 2026 at 2:45 pm
Bitcoin Magazine ProCap Financial (BRR) Buys 450 Bitcoin and Doubles Down on NAV-Accretive Strategy ProCap Financial, Inc. continued its twin strategic thrusts this week with the acquisition of 450 Bitcoin, bringing its total holdings to 5,457 BTC and lowering its average cost basis per coin, the company announced. The aggressive accumulation comes as Bitcoin trades near $65,000, presenting what management views as a long-term buying opportunity amid broader market This post ProCap Financial (BRR) Buys 450 Bitcoin and Doubles Down on NAV-Accretive Strategy first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.
by Micah Zimmerman on March 2, 2026 at 2:40 pm
Bitcoin Magazine Strategy ($MSTR) Buys $204 Million in Bitcoin, Holdings Climb to 720,737 BTC Strategy purchased over $200 million in bitcoin last week, lifting its total holdings to 720,737. This post Strategy ($MSTR) Buys $204 Million in Bitcoin, Holdings Climb to 720,737 BTC first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.
by Juan Galt on February 27, 2026 at 8:39 pm
Bitcoin Magazine DCTRL Vancouver: Iconic Bitcoin Hackerspace Closes Downtown Location After 12 Years Due to Zoning Changes After over a decade as a volunteer-run hackerspace sustaining Bitcoin innovation through events, the Bepsi machine, and community donations, DCTRL announces its physical closure as they prepare a new location. This post DCTRL Vancouver: Iconic Bitcoin Hackerspace Closes Downtown Location After 12 Years Due to Zoning Changes first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Juan Galt.
by Micah Zimmerman on February 27, 2026 at 8:07 pm
Bitcoin Magazine Senate Democrats Press DOJ, Treasury to Probe Binance Over Trump Ties, Iran Sanctions Allegations Senate Democrats are urging the DOJ and Treasury to investigate Binance over ties to Iran sanctions violations. This post Senate Democrats Press DOJ, Treasury to Probe Binance Over Trump Ties, Iran Sanctions Allegations first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.
by Micah Zimmerman on February 27, 2026 at 7:47 pm
Bitcoin Magazine Sora Ventures-Backed Bitplanet Reaches 300 Bitcoin, Ranks Among Asia’s Top 20 Corporate Holders Bitplanet now owns 300 bitcoin through its structured purchase program, positioning the South Korea-listed company among the top 20 corporate Bitcoin holders in Asia. This post Sora Ventures-Backed Bitplanet Reaches 300 Bitcoin, Ranks Among Asia’s Top 20 Corporate Holders first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.
Astronomers Devise a New Way to Measure Cosmic Expansion with Lensed Supernovae
by Matthew Williams (https://www.universetoday.com/authors/houseofwilliams) on March 2, 2026 at 11:30 pm
Researchers in Munich have used the Large Binocular Telescope in Arizona to capture five images of one and the same supernova in a single picture. The gravity of two foreground galaxies has deflected the light from a supernova far in the background along different paths to Earth.
How Saving Earth Could Ruin Orbit
by Andy Tomaswick (https://www.universetoday.com/authors/andy-tomaswick) on March 2, 2026 at 7:10 pm
Satellite imaging is increasingly important to every field from crop monitoring to poverty reduction. So it’s no surprise that there have been more and more satellites launched to try to meet that growing demand. But with more satellites comes more risk for collision – and the debris field that comes after the collision. A new paper in Advanced in Space Research from John Mackintosh and his co-authors at the University of Manchester looks at how we might use mission design to mitigate some of the hazards of increasing the number of satellites even more
Tiny Dust Grains From Massive Stars: How the Smallest and Largest Are Linked
by Evan Gough (https://www.universetoday.com/authors/ion23drive) on March 2, 2026 at 6:45 pm
Star dust is at the root of everything that exists, and is produced in large quantities around Wolf-Rayet binaries. But there are some puzzling observations of dust grain sizes that require explanations. New research shows why different observations have found different dust grain sizes.
How to Weigh a Killer Asteroid at 22 Kilometers per Second
by Andy Tomaswick (https://www.universetoday.com/authors/andy-tomaswick) on March 2, 2026 at 4:19 pm
Estimating a mass for a potentially hazardous asteroid (PHA) is perhaps the single most important thing to understand about it, after its trajectory. Actually doing so isn’t easy though, as the mass for objects in the tens to hundreds of kilometers in size are too small to have their mass calculated by traditional radio-frequency tracking techniques. A new paper from Justin Atchison of the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory and his co-authors proposes a method that could find the mass of asteroids even on the smaller end of that range, but will require precise coordination.
Predicting the Sun’s Most Violent Outbursts
by Mark Thompson (https://www.universetoday.com/authors/mark) on March 2, 2026 at 9:38 am
In the first four days of February this year the Sun unleashed six powerful X-class flares in rapid succession including an X8.1 that was the strongest in several years. And now, scientists have announced a new forecasting system that could give us up to a year’s warning before the most dangerous solar storms arrive. The extraordinary thing is that the system has already been proved right by eruptions nobody knew about until after the forecast was made.
How Long Do Civilisations Last?
by Mark Thompson (https://www.universetoday.com/authors/mark) on March 2, 2026 at 9:25 am
In 1950, the physicist Enrico Fermi sat down to lunch with colleagues and asked a question that has haunted astronomers ever since. If the universe is so vast, so old, and so full of stars, where is everybody? A new study has turned that question around and come up with an answer that is quietly unsettling. If intelligent life is common in the Galaxy, the mathematics suggests it cannot last very long.
What the Moon Rocks Were Hiding
by Mark Thompson (https://www.universetoday.com/authors/mark) on March 2, 2026 at 9:25 am
The rocks that twelve astronauts carried home from the Moon fifty years ago have just rewritten our understanding of lunar history. A new analysis of Apollo samples has finally resolved one of the most stubborn debates in planetary science and the answer turns out to be one that neither side of the argument was entirely right about.
Laser-Based 3D Printing Could Build Future Bases on the Moon
by Matthew Williams (https://www.universetoday.com/authors/houseofwilliams) on March 2, 2026 at 12:16 am
Simulated lunar dirt can be turned into extremely durable structures, potentially paving the way to more sustainable and cost-effective space missions, a new study suggests. Using a special laser 3D printing method, researchers melted fake lunar soil—a synthetic version of the fine dusty material on the moon surface, called regolith simulant—into layers and fused it with a base surface to manufacture small, heat-resistant objects.
The Toughest Animals in the Universe Just Got a New Job
by Mark Thompson (https://www.universetoday.com/authors/mark) on March 1, 2026 at 11:19 pm
They are the toughest animals on Earth and possibly the key to surviving on Mars. Tardigrades, the microscopic creatures nicknamed ‘water bears’, have survived the vacuum of space, the crushing pressure of the deep ocean and temperatures that would kill virtually anything else. Now a new study has put them to work as unlikely pioneers, testing whether the hostile soil of Mars could ever support life and the results are full of surprises.
by Mark Thompson (https://www.universetoday.com/authors/mark) on March 1, 2026 at 11:13 pm
A visitor from another star system has just had its portrait taken by a spacecraft on its way to Jupiter and the image is superb. Comet 3I/ATLAS, only the third interstellar object ever discovered passing through our Solar System, has been captured in stunning detail by ESA’s JUICE mission, revealing a glowing halo of gas, a sweeping tail, and hints of jets erupting from its ancient, icy heart. But the picture itself is just the beginning of the story.
by Mark Thompson (https://www.universetoday.com/authors/mark) on March 1, 2026 at 11:03 pm
SpaceX’s Starship is the most powerful rocket ever built and it may be about to change everything. But researchers at the German Aerospace Centre have been asking a question: does Europe have an answer? Their new study, built on meticulous analysis of Starship’s own flight data, suggests the answer is yes although it will require a fundamentally different approach, and a willingness to think differently.
Growing Future Meals in Space Will Require Human Waste
by Carolyn Collins Petersen (https://www.universetoday.com/authors/cc-petersen) on February 28, 2026 at 8:09 pm
Future farmers on the Moon and Mars will have a big challenge: how to grow healthy food in two extremely unhealthy environments. That’s because the soil on both worlds isn’t at all hospitable to plants and animals. Neither are other conditions. Both are irradiated worlds, Mars has a thin atmosphere and the Moon has none at all. So, how will future colonists on either world grow their food?
Get Ready For The Rubin Observatory’s Deluge Of Discoveries
by Evan Gough (https://www.universetoday.com/authors/ion23drive) on February 28, 2026 at 5:03 pm
We’ve been waiting a long time for the Vera Rubin Observatory to begin its work. The observatory features the largest digital camera ever built. It’ll create a time-lapse of the southern night sky for ten years with its 3.2 gigapixel camera. An untold number of discoveries awaits.
The Universe’s Most Extraordinary Construction Site
by Mark Thompson (https://www.universetoday.com/authors/mark) on February 28, 2026 at 8:39 am
Astronomers have discovered a extraordinary celestial construction site hiding behind a natural magnifying glass in space and what they’ve found is unlike anything seen before. A cluster of at least 11 galaxies, all building stars at a ferocious rate in the early universe, has been caught in the act of becoming one of the most massive structures in the universe.
The Stars That Lit Up the Early Milky Way
by Mark Thompson (https://www.universetoday.com/authors/mark) on February 28, 2026 at 8:04 am
Astronomers have used a special class of ancient, pulsating stars as celestial lighthouses to map the earliest chapter of our Galaxy’s life and what they’ve found is rewriting what we thought we knew about how the Milky Way was born. By building the largest ever catalogue of these stellar beacons and tracing their movements back billions of years, the team has uncovered surprising similarities between our Galaxy’s earliest structures, and even found evidence of the same story playing out in our nearest galactic neighbour.
Would Earth Still Be Habitable Without Us?
by Mark Thompson (https://www.universetoday.com/authors/mark) on February 28, 2026 at 7:35 am
Scientists have built a working model of Earth without any life on it and what they found might change how we search for aliens. By simulating 4.5 billion years of our planet’s evolution minus every bacterium, plant, and creature that ever existed, they’ve created a new tool for spotting genuinely habitable worlds among the thousands of rocky planets soon to be studied by the next generation of space telescopes.
NASA Updates Artemis Program, Adding a Mission and Delaying Lunar Landing
by Matthew Williams (https://www.universetoday.com/authors/houseofwilliams) on February 28, 2026 at 3:55 am
As part of a Golden Age of exploration and discovery, NASA announced Friday the agency is increasing its cadence of missions under the Artemis program to achieve the national objective of returning American astronauts to the Moon and establishing an enduring presence.
Jupiter Is Smaller and Flatter Than Previously Thought
by Laurence Tognetti, MSc (https://www.universetoday.com/authors/laurencetognetti) on February 28, 2026 at 3:29 am
Jupiter is the largest planet in the solar system and has proudly boasted about this since time immemorial, with its scientific confirmation occurring by Galileo Galilei in 1610. It was later found that Jupiter has a bulging equator caused by its rapid rotation, turbulent atmosphere, and complex interior mechanisms despite its massive size, and scientists have even measured its “waistline” down to a tenth of a kilometer. Now, imagine being the largest planet in the solar system and you’re told you’re not as big as you thought. Where probably most humans would be thrilled to find this out, how do you respond if you’re Jupiter?
The LOFAR Telescope Produces the Most Detailed Radio Map of the Universe Ever
by Matthew Williams (https://www.universetoday.com/authors/houseofwilliams) on February 27, 2026 at 9:28 pm
The radio telescope LOFAR, with a major contribution from Leiden Observatory, has produced the most detailed radio map of the Universe ever made. Never before have so many cosmic radio sources been captured in a single survey: 13.7 million.
6 Million Years Ago Something Slammed Into Modern-Day Brazil
by Evan Gough (https://www.universetoday.com/authors/ion23drive) on February 27, 2026 at 5:35 pm
Researchers in Brazil have discovered another tektite field. Tektites are gravel-sized chunks of natural glass formed by impacts and spread over a wide area. Their presence indicates that a powerful impact occurred 6 million years ago.
Some of Your Favorite Celebrities Have Real-Life Animal Species Named After Them
by Ryan Brennan on March 2, 2026 at 8:49 pm
You know about celebrity perfume lines. You’ve probably seen a famous face on a tequila bottle. But celebrity parasitic worms? That’s a new one. Welcome to one of the most delightful corners of pop culture you never knew existed — where A-listers from Beyoncé to Harrison Ford have been honored not with a star on
Modern Home Decor Dupes at Dollar Tree for $1.25
by Julianne MacNeill on March 2, 2026 at 8:44 pm
If you still think of Dollar Tree as the place for party plates and last-minute gift wrap, it’s time for a double take. The discount giant operates more than 8,000 stores across the U.S. and Canada—and lately, savvy shoppers have discovered it’s quietly becoming a surprisingly chic source for a variety of home decor. The
How the von Trapps Inspired ‘The Sound of Music’ + Created a Must-Visit
by Abbey Bender on March 2, 2026 at 8:30 pm
The Sound of Music, which just celebrated its 61st anniversary, is one of the most beloved movie musicals of all time, and its songs have charmed multiple generations of viewers. There’s a rich history behind the 1965 blockbuster, as it was adapted from the 1959 Rodgers and Hammerstein Broadway musical of the same name, which
‘Yellowstone’ Universe March 2026 Guide: ‘Marshals’, ‘The Madison’ More
by cmosness on March 2, 2026 at 7:15 pm
March 2026 is the biggest month in Taylor Sheridan’s Yellowstone universe since the original show ended—and there’s a lot to take in. Here’s everything you need to know. ‘Marshals’: Kayce’s new chapter (now on CBS) Marshals premiered Sunday, March 1 on CBS—and it wasted no time breaking our hearts Spoiler alert: The premiere revealed that
How To Get Rid of Dizziness Fast: Experts Reveal What Actually Works
by Jenna Fanelli on March 2, 2026 at 6:50 pm
Plus, learn about the pressure points you may be able to stimulate to ease dizziness
5 Surprising Metformin Benefits Beyond Blood-Sugar Control
by Cailey Griffin on March 2, 2026 at 6:30 pm
What if the medication you’re taking for blood sugar control could also protect your vision? New research reveals a surprising connection between metformin and eye health—and doctors say vision support may not be the only bonus benefit. If you have type 2 diabetes or prediabetes, you’ve likely heard of this prescription medication. In fact, according
Monica Dutton’s Death on ‘Marshals’ Changes Everything for Kayce
by cmosness on March 2, 2026 at 6:03 pm
After months of waiting and wondering, fans of Yellowstone spin-off Marshals finally know what happened to Monica Dutton (Kelsey Asbille). In Season 1, Episode 1 of Marshals (formerly known as Y: Marshals), viewers learned that Monica had died from cancer due to toxicity on the reservation. It was a sad ending that was met with
‘The Pitt’ Season 3 Confirmed—What Noah Wyle Says Is Coming Next
by Raquel Lekic on March 2, 2026 at 6:00 pm
When it comes to medical dramas, they can be hit or miss. Depending on what you like, you might enjoy it when the focus is less on medical accuracy and more on soapy storylines and interpersonal drama between characters. However, if you prefer a grittier, realistic look at the everyday life of a typical healthcare
The Latest on Natural Ozempic Alternatives: How To Lose Weight Without GLP-1s
by Rachel Cosma on March 2, 2026 at 5:22 pm
Weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy work by boosting a hormone called GLP-1 that controls blood sugar, curbs hunger and aids weight loss. And while GLP-1 drugs have been game-changers for weight management and other impressive health benefits, they can also be pricey and come with unwanted side effects. Fortunately, research shows that certain
Harrison Ford Gushes About Wife Calista: ‘I’m Indeed a Lucky Guy’
by cmosness on March 2, 2026 at 4:09 pm
During the 2026 Actor Awards on Sunday, March 1 1923 actor Harrison Ford accepted the SAG-AFTRA’s annual Life Achievement Award and during his acceptance speech the 83-year-old took the time to thank his loving wife Calista Flockhart. “I want to say thank you, truly, from the bottom of my heart, to my peers, to my
by The New York Times on March 3, 2026 at 2:57 am
Iranian strikes on the U.A.E. were reported early Tuesday, the U.S. Embassy in Riyadh was hit by drones, and Israel said it was attacking Hezbollah targets in Lebanon. President Trump said the campaign could last weeks or more.
by Ephrat Livni on March 3, 2026 at 2:38 am
Americans in Riyadh and other cities were advised to shelter in place immediately.
by Shawn McCreesh, Tyler Pager, Eric Schmitt, Helene Cooper and Richard Pérez-Peña on March 3, 2026 at 2:11 am
by Ana Swanson and Lazaro Gamio on March 3, 2026 at 1:58 am
The president’s flat 10 percent tariff is most beneficial to nations that previously faced the highest rates. But it’s not clear how much that will prompt a new surge in imports.
by Robert Jimison and Megan Mineiro on March 3, 2026 at 1:49 am
The secretary of state signaled that an escalation in Iran was likely and said the attacks underway were both pre-emptive and defensive, describing a far more extensive mission than was initially laid out.
by Mark Landler on March 3, 2026 at 1:47 am
The announcement was a significant step in forging a European deterrent as Russia grows more aggressive and the U.S. steps back.
by John Ismay on March 3, 2026 at 1:32 am
Much of Tehran’s arsenal of missiles may be hidden underground, making it harder to destroy.
by Greg Jaffe on March 3, 2026 at 1:26 am
The wars in Afghanistan and Iraq offered a stark lesson in the limits of military force. The Iran attacks suggest an era of postwar wariness is over.
by Amelia Nierenberg on March 3, 2026 at 12:48 am
The Middle East is facing deaths and destruction as Iran retaliates against a huge American-Israeli military campaign.
by Katrin Bennhold on March 3, 2026 at 12:36 am
Iran is expanding the conflict to put pressure on the U.S. and its allies.
by Aaron Boxerman, Natan Odenheimer, Adam Rasgon, Malachy Browne and Amelia Nierenberg on March 3, 2026 at 12:27 am
Separately, a drone attack hit the U.S. Embassy compound in the Persian Gulf state, as Iran continues to target American assets across the Middle East.
by Charlie Savage on March 2, 2026 at 11:34 pm
The United States and Israel started a war with Iran by killing its supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
by Matthew Mpoke Bigg on March 2, 2026 at 11:24 pm
Rwanda’s government responded by claiming the sanctions unjustly targeted only one party to the conflict and misrepresented the facts.
by Jenny Gross and Ismaeel Naar on March 2, 2026 at 11:19 pm
Emirates and FlyDubai said they were making a small number of flights to and from Dubai starting Monday night after shutting down because of airstrikes in the region.
by Adam Rasgon and Ismaeel Naar on March 2, 2026 at 11:08 pm
It was the first report in this conflict of Iran attempting to attack its Persian Gulf neighbors with warplanes. The incident indicates a sharp escalation in tensions between Iran and Qatar.
by Shawn McCreesh, Tyler Pager, Eric Schmitt, Helene Cooper and Abdi Latif Dahir on March 2, 2026 at 11:00 pm
President Trump also declined to rule out sending ground troops into Iran as the conflict spread into the Gulf countries and Lebanon and Israel exchanged strikes.
by Vivian Nereim and Ismaeel Naar on March 2, 2026 at 10:57 pm
Strikes on sites in Qatar and Saudi Arabia forced the closure of key production facilities and added to growing worries about global oil and gas supplies.
by The New York Times on March 2, 2026 at 10:43 pm
Here are images from Iran, Israel, Lebanon and elsewhere in the Middle East.
by Peter Baker, Coleman Lowndes, Leila Medina, James Surdam and Alexandra Ostasiewicz on March 2, 2026 at 10:30 pm
As a candidate, Donald J. Trump criticized regime change as “a proven, absolute failure.” Now he finds himself pursuing the exact kind of regime change he once criticized. Our chief White House correspondent, Peter Baker, tracks the president’s evolution on this issue.
by David E. Sanger on March 2, 2026 at 10:27 pm
A surge in sensors and cameras, combined with artificial intelligence, has transformed U.S. intelligence’s ability to locate foreign heads of state. Add to that an American president willing to capture or kill them.
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs set for early prison release amid appeal
on March 3, 2026 at 2:20 am
Sean Combs will be released from prison a month and a half early while he appeals his four-year sentence. His release date has been moved from 4 June 2028 to 25 April 2028, according to the Federal Bureau of Prisons.The development comes as Combs was accepted into a residential drug-abuse…
Dax Shepard set to make shocking revelation about childhood sexual abuse in new memoir
on March 3, 2026 at 1:51 am
Dax Shepard is opening up about some difficult topics in his new memoir.The Hit and Run actor, 51, spoke on the matter with Marcus Mumford during a March 2 episode of his Armchair Expert podcast. “I want to bond with you on this experience, which is, I have for years on here been…
Dax Shepard proves he’s Kristen Bell’s biggest cheerleader despite colonoscopy prep
on March 3, 2026 at 1:00 am
Dax Shepard proves he’s Kristen Bell’s biggest cheerleader despite colonoscopy prepDax Shepard proved that he is always there to support his wife Kristen Bell.The actor and comedian, who was scheduled to undergo a colonoscopy a day after Kristen’s hosting gig at the 2026 Actor Awards on March 1,…
Cillian Murphy gets honest about Voldemort rumours in ‘Harry Potter’
on March 3, 2026 at 12:26 am
Cillian Murphy shuts down Voldemort casting rumours in ‘Harry Potter’Cillian Murphy, for a while, has been rumoured to play Lord Voldemort in the forthcoming Harry Potter TV show.Chris Columbus, director of the first two Potter films, also earlier supported him as a popular fan cast choice of He…
Josh Duhamel finally reveals why marriage to ex wife Fergie broke
on March 3, 2026 at 12:23 am
Josh Duhamel finally reveals why marriage to ex wife Fergie brokeJosh Duhamel took a moment to reflect on his divorce from ex-wife FergieThe Transformer actor opened up about his separation from Fergie, revealing that he and the Fergalicious singer parted ways due to their “different” outlook…
‘The Mummy 4’ directors hint at soft reboot with Rachel Weisz comeback
on March 2, 2026 at 11:18 pm
‘The Mummy 4’ directors on the canon reset after Rachel Weisz rejoined the franchise In The Mummy threequel, Rachel Weisz was replaced by Maria Bello. Now, as the former is making a comeback in the fourth instalment, fans asked a genuine question: is the dead Chinese emperor and his…
Harrison Ford shares rule he’s set in his third marriage
on March 2, 2026 at 10:52 pm
Harrison Ford has shared the guiding principle behind his long marriage to Calista Flockhart. Speaking on the red carpet at the 2026 Actor Awards in Los Angeles on 1 March, the 83-year-old actor said his approach is not telling his wife what to do.That philosophy applies at home and to their…
Harrison Ford’s emotional speech feels like end of an era?
on March 2, 2026 at 10:37 pm
Harrison Ford’s emotional speech feels like end of an era?Hollywood legend Harrison Ford has sparked concern among fans after emotional speech at Actor Awards.While receiving the Life Achievement Award on March 1, the actor gave unusually emotional speech.Appearing visibly teary-eyed, Ford, known…
Jennifer Hudson reveals financial advice she gives her teen son
on March 2, 2026 at 9:51 pm
Jennifer Hudson is making sure her son understands money long before he reaches adulthood. The Oscar winner, 44, recently revealed she has been speaking with her 16-year-old son, David Daniel Otunga Jr., about credit scores, bills, and financial discipline as part of a new partnership with…
What will happen to HBO Max after the Paramount-Warner Bros merger?
on March 2, 2026 at 9:18 pm
Paramount unveils plans for HBO Max after the Warner Bros mergerHBO Max has a distinct brand value, but on the horizon of the Paramount-Skydance and Warner Bros. Discovery merger, questions arise over its future.But assuaging doubts and uncertainty, the company said HBO will “operate with…
Machine Gun Kelly honors daughter Saga with new hand tattoo
on March 2, 2026 at 9:12 pm
MGK gets ‘Saga’ ink as tribute to daughterMachine Gun Kelly is a proud girl dad.The rapper paid a sweet tribute to his and Meghan Fox’s daughter, Saga, by dedicating a new ink to her.MGK’s tattoo artist took to his Instagram account on Sunday to share a glimpse of Kelly’s new tattoo he got.The…
Harry Styles returns after long hiatus with HUGE announcement
on March 2, 2026 at 6:47 pm
Harry Styles returns after long hiatus with HUGE announcementHarry Styles fans who missed Manchester show just got lucky!After three years of hiatus, the former One Direction member made a major comeback with shocking announcement. Styles announced a special Netflix project: One Night Only…
Oliver Hudson steps in as ‘last minute’ for sister Kate at 2026 Actor Awards
on March 2, 2026 at 6:21 pm
Oliver Hudson steps in as ‘last minute’ for sister Kate at 2026 Actor AwardsOliver Hudson saved his sister, Kate Hudson’s 2026 Actor Awards night as a last minute replacement of her date with her fiance.The How To Loose a Guy actress stepped out for the star studded award show with her older…
Will ‘The Crown’ make a comeback amid Andrew’s drama?
on March 2, 2026 at 6:05 pm
Will ‘The Crown’ make a comeback amid Andrew’s drama?Netflix’s ‘The Crown’ is planning a return and this time around Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is going to be front and center. News of this has been shared by a well-placed insider that recently sat down with…
Gavin Casalegno reveals quality he shares with Tom Holland
on March 2, 2026 at 5:41 pm
Gavin Casalegno likens himself to Tom HollandThe Summer I Turned Pretty star Gavin Casalegno is revealing on similarity he shares with Tom Holland. While talking about the upcoming The Summer I Turned Pretty movie, he said he had “no information” at all since he’s likely to…
Demi Moore makes first appearance after being called Ozempic victim
on March 2, 2026 at 4:45 pm
A couple of days after being called an Ozempic victim over her dramatic look at the Gucci fashion show during Milan Fashion Week, Demi Moore made an appearance at the Actors Awards on March 1, 2026. Commenting on her latest appearance, an X user wrote, “Chris Jenner must’ve hooked her…
‘Marshals’ star explains shocking Monica twist and how it plays out
on March 2, 2026 at 4:01 pm
‘Marshals’ star explains Monica’s death and show’s trajectoryMarshals viewers were shocked when the show killed off Kayce Dutton’s wife, Monica.After Marshals premiered on March 1, star Ash Santos explained how Monica’s death will guide the story of the Yellowstone spinoff. “The entire…
Jim Carrey ‘impersonator’ Alexis Stone leaves Megan Fox stressed out
on March 2, 2026 at 3:57 pm
Hollywood star Megan Fox was among thousands of people who reacted to makeup artist Alexis Stone Instagram post claiming he impersonated actor Jim Carrey at the 2026 Cesar Film Awards in Paris.Commenting on the pictures shared by Alexis Stone on Instagram, Megan wrote, “I can’t handle…
Justin Bieber’s message to Hailey has fans swooning
on March 2, 2026 at 3:22 pm
Justin Bieber’s message to Hailey has fans swooningJustin Bieber celebrated his 32nd birthday in a cozy way with his wife Hailey Bieber.Marking the milestone on March 1, the Baby hitmaker posted heartfelt photos on Instagram.The pictures featured a relaxed restaurant celebration, with one photo…
‘Bridgerton’ showrunner on Daphne, Anthony, Kate and Duke’s return in future seasons
on March 2, 2026 at 3:09 pm
‘Bridgerton’ showrunner says Phoebe Dynevor, Rege Jean Page likely to returnBridgerton season 1 stars Phoebe Dynevor and Regé-Jean Page will return to the show sometime in the future, if it’s up to showrunner Jess Brownell.While Page’s Duke of Hastings hasn’t returned to…
STAT+: CMS halts enrollment in Elevance’s Medicare Advantage plans, citing years of misconduct
by Bob Herman on March 2, 2026 at 6:06 pm
CMS said Elevance had “substantial and persistent noncompliance” with requirements to submit information about its customers.
STAT+: Aetna’s ACA hospital prices, and a new Cigna deal
by Bob Herman on March 2, 2026 at 5:28 pm
The health insurer paid higher prices for hospital care than some rivals in the ACA insurance market.
STAT+: A Merck cancer drug to watch
by Meghana Keshavan on March 2, 2026 at 2:41 pm
UniQure seeks approval, Novartis settles Henrietta Lacks lawsuit, and more biotech stories
A swine flu case to keep tabs on
by Theresa Gaffney on March 2, 2026 at 2:20 pm
The “godfather of vaccines,” a case of swine flu, and other health news from Morning Rounds
by Ed Silverman on March 2, 2026 at 1:52 pm
The most-favored nation drug pricing deals the Trump administration reached with 16 drugmakers end after three years in some cases, according to SEC filings
STAT+: UniQure plans to seek approval for Huntington’s therapy still blocked by FDA
by Adam Feuerstein on March 2, 2026 at 12:36 pm
UniQure said plans to seek approval for its Huntington’s disease treatment with the FDA remain blocked.
STAT+: Federal Medicaid audit finds massive overpayment for autism therapy in Colorado
by Tara Bannow on March 2, 2026 at 9:30 am
HHS’s OIG uncovered $285.2 million in improper and potentially improper payments to clinicians of an autism therapy called applied behavior analysis, it said.
STAT+: How can HHS drive clinical AI adoption? The industry wish list is starting to take shape
by Mario Aguilar on March 2, 2026 at 9:30 am
What leading health tech firms and AI startups want HHS to do to speed up clinical AI adoption.
A titan of vaccine development sees his field’s achievements slip away
by Helen Branswell on March 2, 2026 at 9:30 am
Stanley Plotkin, the 93-year-old “godfather of vaccines,” is watching his field’s achievements slip away.
Opinion: Cannabis has become more legal. It’s time to update laws around use by pregnant people
by Lauren Micalizzi and Elizabeth Tobin-Tyler on March 2, 2026 at 9:30 am
It’s time to rethink punitive policies around cannabis use by people who are pregnant.
STAT+: Trump’s drive to get Europe to pay more for drugs creates uncertainty for countries, patients
by Andrew Joseph on March 2, 2026 at 9:30 am
President Trump’s demand that wealthy countries in Europe spend more on drugs so the U.S. can pay less has introduced uncertainty across the continent.
by Michael Alvear on March 2, 2026 at 9:30 am
“Telehealth ketamine has crossed the line from innovation to abdication of care,” writes Michael Alvear.
Henrietta Lacks’ estate settles with Novartis over the ‘stolen cells’ that advanced science
by Associated Press on February 28, 2026 at 1:49 pm
Novartis becomes the second company to settle after being accused of reaping rewards from a racist medical system.
Kennedy announces new vaccine advisory committee members after meeting rescheduled
by Chelsea Cirruzzo on February 28, 2026 at 1:53 am
Kennedy adds two new members to the CDC’s vaccine advisory committee
STAT+: Minnesota report shows large hospitals continue to dominate the 340B drug discount program
by Ed Silverman on February 27, 2026 at 9:53 pm
Minnesota hospitals and clinics participating in a controversial U.S. drug discount program reaped at least $1.34 billion in revenue in 2024.
STAT+: Trump most-favored nation drug pricing deals end after three years for some companies
by John Wilkerson on February 27, 2026 at 8:58 pm
SEC filings show that, at least for some drugmakers, “most-favored nation” drug pricing deals with President Trump last three years.
Kansas’ new ID law could have health consequences for trans people
by O. Rose Broderick on February 27, 2026 at 6:54 pm
Get your daily dose of health and medicine every weekday with STAT’s free newsletter Morning Rounds. Sign up here. Happy Friday. If I ever have kids, I want them to be…
STAT+: Up and down the ladder: The latest comings and goings
by Ed Silverman on February 27, 2026 at 4:22 pm
From new hires to departures, promotions and transfers, here are the latest comings and goings in the pharmaceutical industry.
by Jerome Adams on February 27, 2026 at 3:17 pm
“The surgeon general is not a wellness influencer,” writes former Surgeon General Jerome Adams of Casey Means.
by Ed Silverman on February 27, 2026 at 2:30 pm
FDA Commissioner Marty Makary defended the agency’s recent rejections of rare disease drugs and top agency official Vinay Prasad
by Ashley Belanger on March 2, 2026 at 10:27 pm
South Korean police deeply apologized for preventable loss of seized funds.
by Jon Brodkin on March 2, 2026 at 6:19 pm
FCC rejects protests because Charter and Cox don’t compete directly in most places.
by Anika Jane Beamer, Inside Climate News on March 2, 2026 at 3:34 pm
Though the rules are among the strictest in the US, locals say they aren’t enough.
by Andrew Cunningham on March 2, 2026 at 3:06 pm
Unexpected RAM upgrade is the highlight of an otherwise straightforward refresh.
by Jennifer Ouellette on March 2, 2026 at 2:45 pm
Smart underwear measures farts, brain cells play Doom, and AI discovers rules of an ancient game.
by Andrew Cunningham on March 2, 2026 at 2:34 pm
New just-the-basics phone replaces the year-old iPhone 16e at the same price.
by Michael Teo Van Runkle on March 2, 2026 at 2:00 pm
Despite the Toyota platform, there’s plenty of Subaru DNA in this one.
by Eric Berger on March 2, 2026 at 1:58 pm
America succeeds in space when American companies compete.
by Jon Brodkin on March 2, 2026 at 12:00 pm
FCC Chairman Brendan Carr’s unequal enforcement of the equal-time rule.
by Andrew Cunningham on March 2, 2026 at 8:00 am
First wave of Ryzen AI desktop CPUs targets business PCs rather than DIYers.
by Hannah Thomasy, Knowable Magazine on March 1, 2026 at 12:07 pm
Some creatures can dramatically alter their internal temperature and outlast storms, floods and, predators
by Will Knight, WIRED.com on February 28, 2026 at 8:00 pm
The Defense Department pressured Anthropic to drop restrictions on how its AI can be used by the military.
by Beth Mole on February 28, 2026 at 6:17 pm
An AI chatbot convinced health investigators they had the right answer.
by Dan Goodin on February 28, 2026 at 1:26 am
Merkle Tree Certificate support is already in Chrome. Soon, it will be everywhere.
by Stephen Clark on February 28, 2026 at 12:32 am
“There were assumptions that were made in the strategy that obviously didn’t come to fruition.”
by Scharon Harding on February 27, 2026 at 10:39 pm
Can two declining companies form a profitable one?
by John Timmer on February 27, 2026 at 9:27 pm
Interactions between neighboring materials is mediated by virtual photons.
by Jon Brodkin on February 27, 2026 at 7:14 pm
Trump admin “incompetence continues to cause chaos in our skies,” Duckworth says.
by Jennifer Ouellette on February 27, 2026 at 7:04 pm
Director Gore Verbinksi and screenwriter Matthew Robinson on the making of this darkly satirical sci-fi film.
by Eric Berger on February 27, 2026 at 6:36 pm
I went into Hyperion blind, decades ago, knowing almost nothing about it. I was never the same.
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on February 19, 2026 at 6:37 pm
For more than a century, paleontologists have been piecing together how the mysterious predator Andrewsarchus is related to other mammals, like the extinct “hell pigs” and “wolves with hooves”
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on February 19, 2026 at 11:00 am
Petroglyphs on sandstone at a national park in Chad bear witness to wildlife that once roamed the area before the continent’s water largely receded 6,000 years ago. Could it return?
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on February 18, 2026 at 1:12 pm
The world’s largest colony of northern gannets was decimated by bird flu in 2022. Now, as their numbers climb again, researchers are collecting data to understand the virus’ lasting effects
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on February 17, 2026 at 10:00 am
Killing the predators is not nearly as effective as the intimidating presence of well-trained guardians, a role some breeds have played for 5,000 years
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Gallop Into the Year of the Horse With These Five Amazing Equine Discoveries
on February 13, 2026 at 1:26 pm
Since their domestication, horses have changed the course of human history. It’s no wonder the Chinese zodiac associates them with prosperity and success
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The Tragedy of the Alps’ Disappearing Glaciers for Those Who Live, Visit and Ski There
on February 12, 2026 at 12:00 pm
Warming temperatures are wreaking havoc at elevation, upending the Winter Olympics and the tourism industry and imperiling communities
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on February 11, 2026 at 3:10 pm
Researchers are uncovering the evolutionary steps that set the stage for dinosaurs to rule the planet
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on February 9, 2026 at 3:18 pm
Wild fringe-lipped bats spend just one-tenth of the night in flight, but they can precisely snatch a calling frog and nab prey that rivals their own size
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If Microbes Entered the Olympics, These One-Celled Superstars Would Win Gold
on February 6, 2026 at 12:30 pm
They race, they spin, they shoot. Meet the organisms for which physical prowess is more than sport—it’s a matter of life and death
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on February 5, 2026 at 4:01 pm
Rove beetles cloak themselves in ant pheromones to sneak into the insects’ nests for protection. But in an odd catch-22, that makes them forever reliant on their hosts
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on February 4, 2026 at 2:45 pm
Recent counts of the Wadden Sea’s adult harbor seal population have revealed a surprising trend of decline, prompting a consortium of researchers to investigate whether the animals are dying off, relocating or experiencing something else altogether
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Small, Stubby-Armed Dinosaurs Have Confounded Paleontologists. Are Answers Finally Within Reach?
on February 2, 2026 at 1:00 pm
Recent discoveries about an alvarezsaur called Manipulonyx have drawn renewed attention to this group of bird-like, clawed creatures and the mysteries around their anatomy and behavior
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Cannibalism Among Snakes Is Far More Widespread Than Previously Thought
on January 29, 2026 at 12:30 pm
Scientists undertook the first comprehensive assessment of how often snakes eat their own, uncovering reports of the behavior in more than 200 species
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on January 28, 2026 at 12:30 pm
Synthetic pheromones may be a promising tool in attracting and culling troublesome crown-of-thorns starfish, which rapidly eat large amounts of coral on the Great Barrier Reef
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on January 26, 2026 at 12:30 pm
The animals’ extended lower jaws were seemingly made for scooping, but research over the past few decades has found they could do a lot more than initially expected
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The Penguins That Thrive—and the Ones Left Behind—as Antarctica Warms
on January 23, 2026 at 7:07 pm
A new decade-long study tracked 37 penguin colonies and found that the birds are breeding earlier. The shift marks one way among many that climate change is transforming life at the bottom of the world
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Get an Eyeful of These 15 Photos of Incredibly Cool Icicles
on January 23, 2026 at 3:45 pm
Nature’s wintry accessory, icicles help beautify snowy landscapes
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Three Stunning Ways Biologists Aim to Edit Animal and Plant Genes to Fight Diseases and Extinction
on January 21, 2026 at 3:00 pm
The strategy, known as synthetic biology, is gaining momentum globally as a conservation tool and human health solution, despite attracting some critics
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‘Aha’ Moments Seem to Come Out of Nowhere. How Does the Brain Create These Sudden Bursts of Insight?
on January 20, 2026 at 12:30 pm
Neuroscientists are tracking the brain activity that underlies a cognitive breakthrough and unraveling how it might boost memory
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on January 15, 2026 at 12:30 pm
As increased industrial activity puts fragile deep-sea ecosystems at risk, one artist is raising awareness about imperiled corals through scientific model making
Great art explained: Ivan the Terrible and His Son Ivan on 16 November 1581
by Aeon Video on March 2, 2026 at 11:01 am
Why Ilya Repin’s masterpiece of Ivan the Terrible, first banned in 1885, remains one of Russia’s most controversial paintings- by Aeon VideoWatch on Aeon
by Federico Perelmuter on March 2, 2026 at 11:00 am
A prominent architect of decolonial theory, his diagnosis of European colonial ills is both penetrating and flawed- by Federico PerelmuterRead on Aeon
by Rasmus Rosenberg Larsen on February 27, 2026 at 11:00 am
Virtually everything you think you know about psychopathy has been thoroughly debunked. Why does this zombie idea live on?- by Rasmus Rosenberg LarsenRead on Aeon
by Aeon Video on February 26, 2026 at 11:01 am
In pursuit of defeating death, Alan has dedicated his life to cryonics. He hopes to be defrosted together with his wife- by Aeon VideoWatch on Aeon
by Shomik Dasgupta on February 26, 2026 at 11:00 am
The Indian thinker Rammohun Roy believed that good governance must be close: distance made the British Empire cruel- by Shomik DasguptaRead on Aeon
by Aeon Video on February 25, 2026 at 11:01 am
The meticulous preparation and fleeting ecstasy of elite high-diving captured in all its breathtaking shapes and sounds- by Aeon VideoWatch on Aeon
by Julian Baggini on February 24, 2026 at 11:00 am
From art to religion to sex, instrumentalisation has drained away intrinsic value. But life is about more than material benefits- by Julian BagginiRead on Aeon
by Aeon Video on February 23, 2026 at 11:01 am
We may know Pompeii for its destruction, but this intricate 3D rendering brings to life what a bustling city it once was- by Aeon VideoWatch on Aeon
by Carlos Santana on February 23, 2026 at 11:00 am
Ecology is pervaded by a nativist dogma against invasive species that distorts the science and undermines wildness- by Carlos SantanaRead on Aeon
by Dane Leigh Gogoshin on February 20, 2026 at 11:00 am
If our ethical beliefs come from our social environment, how do some people find the moral courage to defy convention?- by Dane Leigh GogoshinRead on Aeon
If I told it: an imperfect portrait of ChatGPT
by Aeon Video on February 19, 2026 at 11:01 am
Amid growing cultural panic about the use of AI in writing, we’re missing the most important point: AI cannot write- by Aeon VideoWatch on Aeon
by Carlo Iacono on February 19, 2026 at 11:00 am
Your inability to focus isn’t a failing. It’s a design problem, and the answer isn’t getting rid of our screen time- by Carlo IaconoRead on Aeon
Esteban Cabeza de Baca’s time travels
by Aeon Video on February 18, 2026 at 11:01 am
Defying time and colonial power, a landscape artist layers the deep histories of his ancestors to create hopeful futures- by Aeon VideoWatch on Aeon
by Carlos Alberto Sánchez on February 17, 2026 at 11:00 am
The Mexican embrace of uncertainty, forged in the crucible of history, captures the true vulnerability of our existence- by Carlos Alberto SánchezRead on Aeon
by Aeon Video on February 16, 2026 at 11:01 am
How do you teach a child reverence for nature? This filmmaker takes his son on a search for the ever-changing snow line- by Aeon VideoWatch on Aeon
by Graham Shields on February 16, 2026 at 11:00 am
Our planet was once a harsh, alien, icy world. Yet this deep freeze may have shaped you, me and all life on Earth- by Graham ShieldsRead on Aeon
by Julien Lie-Panis on February 13, 2026 at 11:00 am
Good institutions are social technologies that scale trust from personal relations to entire nations. How do they work?- by Julien Lie-PanisRead on Aeon
Stephen and David’s toy cupboard
by Aeon Video on February 12, 2026 at 11:01 am
David’s handcrafted figurines pay tribute to cultural icons. His latest project takes on his greatest hero, his late brother- by Aeon VideoWatch on Aeon
by Charlie Ericson on February 12, 2026 at 11:00 am
In their visions of the underworld Dante and Milton were truly subversive, incorporating predecessors into their own repudiation- by Charlie EricsonRead on Aeon
by Aeon Video on February 11, 2026 at 11:01 am
A jaunty song calls for greater appreciation of Indian wool, as imports undermine the livelihoods of local herders- by Aeon VideoWatch on Aeon