Good Luck Is a Curse in This Classic Film From Senegal
Ousmane Sembnes Mandabi, about a devout Muslim man who comes into some money, is a post-colonial satire thats still resonant today. Read more...
How to Deal With a Crisis of Misinformation
False news is on the rise. We can fight the spread with a simple exercise Slow down and be skeptical. Read more...
Covid Took a Bite From U.S. Greenhouse Gas Emissions in 2020
Emissions plunged more than 10 percent. If the trend can be sustained, it would put the United States within striking distance of one of its major goals under the Paris climate agreement. Read more...
Harry's 'heartbreak' over Megxit Duke is distraught over royal rift, ITV friend Tom Bradby says
News anchor Tom Bradby shared details during an ITV interview due to air on Sunday. The presenter has known Harry since he was a teen and filmed documentary on the couple's tour of Africa Read more...
New York Philharmonic Names New Principal Trumpet
Christopher Martin, who currently holds the position at the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, will begin in New York in September. Read more...
Venezuela is quietly quitting socialism
President Nicolas Maduro told CNN earlier this month that he thought the "values" of socialism might be fading, referring to new displays of wealth in the upmarket streets of Caracas. "At times we moved forwards, other times we pulled back. Perhaps today we retreated for what concerns our socialist values. I recognize that," he said at a press conference. Read more...
Australia Decides Not to Kill Joe the Pigeon
A racing pigeon named after the president-elect appeared to have traveled from Oregon to Melbourne, breaching quarantine rules. Read more...
One Sentence in Biden Stimulus Plan Reveals His Health Care Approach
An increase in subsidies could drive millions to enroll in Obamacare marketplaces, experts say. Read more...
My Brother-in-Law Should Divorce My Sister. Right?
Im worried her actions and stubbornness are getting in the way of his happiness. Read more...
WhatsApp Delays Privacy Changes Amid User Backlash
The company faced a backlash from users who worried the changes made the messaging service less secure. Read more...
Facebook BANS Trump's account after president incited MAGA mob to storm US Capitol
Facebook and Instagram will keep President Trump's account locked until at least January 20th for fear that more violence will ensue following Wednesday's storming of the US Capitol building. Read more...
What is Letterboxd? The Social Media Platform Going Mainstream
The social media network has finally left the cinephile niche and entered the mainstream. Read more...
Arsenal sweating on Kieran Tierney injury for Newcastle match
Tierney was withdrawn just two hours before the game with a muscle issue, and Arsenal were notably lacklustre in their performance against the Eagles. Arteta said the Scot will have an MRI scan tomorrow. Read more...
Your passport to a Brexit getaway The EU's travel rules untangled by our Holiday Hero
Every week our Holiday Hero Neil Simpson takes an in-depth look at an important holiday topic. This week How to enjoy hassle-free travel to Europe after Brexit. Read more...
Top Palestinian DJ detained as party at Muslim holy site sparks angry scenes and scapegoating claims
A leading female Palestinian DJ has been remanded in custody for 15 days after she was arrested by Palestinian Authority (PA) security forces for performing at a party at a Muslim holy site, leading to claims of official over-reaction to an event that sparked furious scenes over the weekend. Read more...
Can a Cheeto damage the International Space Station? Reddit decides
Redditors are weighing in on a seven-year-old's question 'Could a Cheeto destroy the ISS?' 'Scientists' gave their answers with many saying it would vaporize and leave an orange stain. Read more...
Karting driver investigated over attack on track
Karting driver Luca Corberi is being investigated by the FIA after he threw his bumper into traffic at another driver and attacked the competitor who he blamed for his own crash. Read more...
Does a Woman Walking Her Boyfriend on a Leash Signal Covid Ennui?
Coronavirus restrictions across Canada, including a new curfew in Quebec, are fraying patience and spurring protests in some quarters. Read more...
WhatsApp Delays Privacy Changes Amid User Backlash
The company faced a backlash from users who worried the changes made the messaging service less secure. Read more...
Health Young people who vape are three times as likely to become daily cigarette smokers
US researchers studied data on the evolving tobacco product use of a nationally representative sample of young people aged between 12-24 over four years. Read more...
'Mr. Mayor' elects Ted Danson to play TV's latest politician
Ted Danson has a way of classing up even a so-so premise, and so it is with "Mr. Mayor," a new sitcom from the "30 Rock" tandem of Robert Carlock and Tina Fey. Returning to NBC fresh off "The Good Place," the show allows its star to cut loose as L.A.'s unlikely new mayor, which is a pretty good place to start. Read more...