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Fab’s Second One-Man, Five-Round Fantasy Football Mock Draft For 2026
An early look at the top 60 picks for the 2026 fantasy season.
Sports Illustrated
7 min read
College basketball star arrested and accused of dealing drugs in a high school parking lot
Paige Smith had been celebrated by the University of North Carolina Wilmington as “someone that checks all the boxes.” The college has now scrubbed her player profile from its website
The Independent UK
4 min read
What I Heard at NBA All-Star Weekend: Ideas to Stop Tanking, LeBron James Retirement Plans
Also, more on Jayson Tatum’s plans to return from injury and players reacting to Chris Paul’s abrupt retirement.
Sports Illustrated
6 min read
Authorities to investigate Epstein’s infamous Zorro Ranch now owned by MAGA Republican
Last week, New Mexico’s Department of Justice wrote a letter to federal officials demanding unredacted copies of an anonymous email from 2019 to a local radio host saying that “foreign girls” died of strangulation at Zorro Ranch
The Independent UK
6 min read
Ukraine frontline mapped: Kyiv counteroffensive regains territory as peace talks resume
Diplomats for Russia and Ukraine are sitting down for US-brokered peace talks in Geneva, though key differences on territory remain
The Independent UK
7 min read
ICE agents faked car trouble to lure migrant outside to arrest him, his heartbroken family claims
Federal agents swooped on Jesus Flores after he was ‘tricked’ by two ICE officers, his family claim
The Independent UK
4 min read
Ronda Rousey, Gina Carano will end their MMA retirements and fight each other in May
Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano will end their lengthy retirements from mixed martial arts to fight each other May 16 at Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California
The Independent UK
4 min read
Shia LaBeouf Has Allegedly Been On A Multi-Day Solo Shirtless Mardi Gras Bar Crawl
The French Quarter had an unexpected headliner.
Cinemablend
4 min read
Here’s the Biggest Takeaway From the NBA All-Star Game Rating
The NBA All-Star Game benefitted from a big move.
Sports Illustrated
4 min read
How Much the Average Upper Class Retiree Receives in Social Security Benefits at Age 81
Social Security plays a critical role in the retirement security of many Americans. But even for those in the upper class, benefit amounts aren't necessarily substantial.  On average, retired...
GOBankingRates
4 min read
"Incredible and realistic image" of South Downs Dark Skies wins renowned astrophotography competition
A stunning Milky Way arcs over an ancient barn in this prize-winning astrophotography image
Digital Camera World
3 min read
Single-dose of ayahuasca’s active compound could help ease depression, research finds
One dose of the active compound in ayahuasca significantly improves depressive symptoms in early stages of a clinical trial, according to a new study.
Euronews
5 min read
Developing lab-grown human cartilage… using apples!
A research lab at the University of Caen Normandy (France) has succeeded in making cartilage using decellularized apples.
The Conversation
5 min read
Talking Bird Breeds: Which Birds Can Learn Words ?
Best Birds That Talk Budgerigar <p>Budgerigars are small, colorful birds known for their ability to learn many words with regular training.</p> Also known as the budgie or parakeet, this small bird might be petite, but he is mighty. With an average lifespan of 5–8 years, they are intelligent birds that…
Times Pets
5 min read
Capture the Fire Horse: My essential tips for photographing fireworks this Chinese New Year
As we gallop into the Year of the Fire Horse, here's the essential kit and techniques to capture your best fireworks images ever
Digital Camera World
6 min read
Strength training may take 8 years off your biological age if you follow this one rule, study reveals
The research reveals how long you should lift weights for and how many times a week is best to improve longevity
Woman & Home
4 min read
5 of the luckiest houseplants to help you manifest more positive energy in your home in 2026
We know that some houseplants are beneficial to have in our homes, but did you know that some are lucky too?
Ideal Home
6 min read
Flamingos form near-perfect heart shape in drone photo – and it now receives an Honorable Mention
A natural spectacle revealed by drone photography shows hundreds of flamingos forming a heart during their synchronized courtship display
Digital Camera World
3 min read
Single dose of potent psychedelic drug could help treat depression, trial shows
Researchers find DMT – used in shamanic rituals – in tandem with psychotherapy has significant effect
The Guardian - UK
5 min read
Chinese scientists 3D print tiny items in half a second using holographic light fields — scientists precision fabricate complex millimeter-scale objects in record time
A team of scientists have revealed a new technique for the super-high-speed 3D printing of complex objects.
Tom’s Hardware
3 min read
College basketball star arrested and accused of dealing drugs in a high school parking lot
Paige Smith had been celebrated by the University of North Carolina Wilmington as “someone that checks all the boxes.” The college has now scrubbed her player profile from its website
The Independent UK
4 min read
Authorities to investigate Epstein’s infamous Zorro Ranch now owned by MAGA Republican
Last week, New Mexico’s Department of Justice wrote a letter to federal officials demanding unredacted copies of an anonymous email from 2019 to a local radio host saying that “foreign girls” died of strangulation at Zorro Ranch
The Independent UK
6 min read
ICE agents faked car trouble to lure migrant outside to arrest him, his heartbroken family claims
Federal agents swooped on Jesus Flores after he was ‘tricked’ by two ICE officers, his family claim
The Independent UK
4 min read
‘One of America’s greatest patriots’: US political leaders pay tribute to Jesse Jackson
Kamala Harris, Al Sharpton, Donald Trump and more react to the death of the civil rights leader at the age of 84
The Guardian - US
6 min read
Police credit a good Samaritan for ending a deadly shooting at a Rhode Island ice rink
A gunman who opened fire at a Rhode Island youth hockey game, killing two adults and injuring three others, was stopped after a fellow spectator intervened
The Independent UK
3 min read
Rhode Island shooter Robert Dorgan’s father-in-law threatened to have him murdered by 'Asian street gang’ over gender transition
Court documents reveal that the father-in-law of Rhode Island gunman Robert Dorgan once allegedly threatened to have him killed after he underwent gender reassignment surgery.
The Times of India
3 min read
Spain to investigate social media firms over AI-generated child sexual abuse material
PM says action is looking at potential criminal liability in order to protect children and end ‘impunity’ of online platforms
The Guardian - UK
5 min read
Elana Meyers Taylor’s victory in her fifth Olympics was about far more than gold
The American won her first Winter Games title at 41. She did so while advocating for Black athletes, mothers and the deaf and Down’s syndrome communities
The Guardian - US
7 min read
First Thing: Jesse Jackson, civil rights icon, dies aged 84
A fixture in Democratic politics, Jackson was once close to Martin Luther King Jr. Plus, did a prize-winning novelist steal a woman’s life story?
The Guardian - UK
7 min read
Bangladesh new govt: Hindu leader inducted into Tarique Rahman’s cabinet - who is Nitai Roy Chowdhury?
Veteran politician Nitai Roy Chowdhury, a senior leader of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and a prominent Hindu minority face, was sworn in as a minister on Tuesday as the new government took office in Bangladesh.
The Times of India
4 min read
A Manhattan company’s dream gets quashed by Taylor Swift’s legal team after it mistakenly infiltrates her domain
They are just trying to sell some pillows!
We Got This Covered
4 min read
Renters rejoice! Market swings in their favor in nearly half of America’s largest cities
Renters still face a tough market in some of America’s biggest cities, including Boston, Los Angeles and New York
The Independent UK
4 min read
Is Wall Street Bullish or Bearish on McKesson Stock?
McKesson has outperformed the broader market over the past year, and analysts remain highly bullish about the stock’s prospects.
Barchart
2 min read
Are Wall Street Analysts Bullish on Extra Space Storage Stock?
While Extra Space Storage has lagged behind the broader market over the past year, Wall Street analysts remain moderately optimistic about the stock’s prospects.
Barchart
2 min read
I Sold Bitcoin and Owed This Much in Taxes — Here’s How To Calculate Yours
Sold bitcoin and got a tax shock? Learn how crypto capital gains are taxed and how to calculate what you may owe the IRS.
GOBankingRates
4 min read
Lockheed Martin Stock: Analyst Estimates & Ratings
Although Lockheed Martin has notably outpaced the S&P 500 over the past 52 weeks, Wall Street analysts maintain a cautious outlook about the stock’s prospects
Barchart
2 min read
Bankrupt Value City could owe customers more than $57 million for orders placed but not delivered
Most claims come from Value City Furniture customers who paid for furniture that was never delivered as stores closed, leaving them with little recourse
The Independent UK
4 min read
Warner Bros restarts talks with Paramount Skydance amid takeover battle
Bosses at Warner Bros are continuing to tell shareholders to back the Netflix offer valuing the business at around £61.2bn.
Evening Standard
3 min read
I Asked ChatGPT To Stress-Test a Middle-Class Budget for a Recession
Here is the recession-ready budget the artificially intelligent chatbot gave me.
GOBankingRates
4 min read
J. M. Smucker Stock: Analyst Estimates & Ratings
J. M. Smucker has lagged the broader market over the past year, though analysts remain moderately constructive on the company’s outlook.
Barchart
3 min read
How Much the Average Upper Class Retiree Receives in Social Security Benefits at Age 81
Social Security plays a critical role in the retirement security of many Americans. But even for those in the upper class, benefit amounts aren't necessarily substantial.  On average, retired...
GOBankingRates
4 min read
3 State Tax Strategies To Keep More of Your Social Security in Retirement
Learn how smart state tax strategies can help retirees keep more of their Social Security benefits and reduce taxes in retirement.
GOBankingRates
4 min read
5 Ways Elections in 2026 Could Impact Middle Class Budgets
If you are in the middle class, the 2026 elections might feel less like background noise and more like a reset button. A New York Times/Siena poll found that nearly two-thirds of voters now see a...
GOBankingRates
6 min read
New dietary guidelines prioritize ‘real food’ – but low-income pregnant women can’t easily obtain it
The federal government’s message in its new Dietary Guidelines for Americans, released in January 2026, couldn’t be simpler: “Eat real food.”
The Conversation
6 min read
Revisiting the story of Clementine Barnabet, a Black woman blamed for serial murders in the Jim Crow South
In April 1912, a young Black woman named Clementine Barnabet confessed to murdering four families in and around Lafayette, Louisiana. The widespread news coverage at the time effectively branded her a serial killer.
The Conversation
11 min read
3 generations of Black Philadelphia students report persistent anti-Black attitudes in schools
John Washington, now in his 50s, attended a public elementary and middle school in the Chestnut Hill neighborhood of Philadelphia and then went to a large magnet high school, a type of public school that has a selective admission process. As he has gotten older, he has understood that in…
The Conversation
8 min read
South Africa’s foreign policy is rooted in negotiation with all nations – a shifting global order makes this difficult
Since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022, South Africa’s foreign policy has been under sustained international scrutiny.
The Conversation
7 min read
In World War II’s dog-eat-dog struggle for resources, a Greenland mine launched a new world order
On April 9, 1940, Nazi tanks stormed into Denmark. A month later, they blitzed into Belgium, Holland and France. As Americans grew increasingly rattled by the spreading threat, a surprising place became crucial to U.S. national security: the vast, ice-capped island of Greenland.
The Conversation
13 min read
The gulf between critics and audience has never been wider – just look at Melania’s Rotten Tomatoes score
Critics have given the Flotus flick 11% on the aggregator site, but the ‘verified ticket buyers’ score is a near perfect 98%. Fake views, or a sign of our politically disparate times?
The Guardian - UK
5 min read
New Epstein Emails Reveal Horrifying Plants He Grew And How He May Have Used Them On Victims
"Are we sure Blink Twice wasn’t made about this dude?”
Bored Panda
6 min read
Shia LaBeouf Has Allegedly Been On A Multi-Day Solo Shirtless Mardi Gras Bar Crawl
The French Quarter had an unexpected headliner.
Cinemablend
4 min read
Top 5 Things Frugal People Do That Scare the Normies
Here are the top five frugal hacks that make sense to those who know how to save, but tend to confuse or even frighten other folks who willingly pay full price.
GOBankingRates
4 min read
Taylor Swift lends voice to special Winter Olympics video ahead of major competition for Team USA
Swift calls the figure skaters ‘three American showgirls’ in a nod to her latest album, ‘The Life of a Showgirl’
The Independent UK
4 min read
Is boy kibble the new girl dinner?
Food content creator Patrick Kong likens kibble to “dog food”
Evening Standard
4 min read
The America’s Next Top Model documentary is deeply disturbing — because we’ve seen it all before
I was expecting an exposé, but the ugly truth has been out there since it aired
Evening Standard
5 min read
‘Our reservation was canceled by some guy who works for Marriott in Las Vegas’: Couple checks into Westin on honeymoon. Then they get stranded in Cabo
A couple on their honeymoon has sparked discussion on TikTok after claiming Marriott cancelled their reservation at a Westin resort in Cabo, Mexico, without any prior notice.
The Mary Sue
5 min read
‘Heath Ledger knocked my tooth out jousting with a broom’: how we made A Knight’s Tale
‘The lances were made of balsa wood and filled with uncooked spaghetti – so that when they broke, there’d be an explosion of what looked like splinters’
The Guardian - UK
5 min read
Part star, part supporting actor, Robert Duvall lit up 1970s American cinema – and kept going
Robert Duvall, who has died at the age of 95, will be remembered for a glittering career that saw him appear in two of American cinema’s most iconic films. But let’s not forget the other hundred or so more across a career spanning six decades.
The Conversation
6 min read
‘Unintentionally among the queerest releases of its time’: why Calamity Jane is my feelgood movie
The latest in our ongoing series of writers picking their comfort watches is an appreciation of Doris Day’s rule-defying heroine
The Guardian - US
5 min read
Netflix’s new drama miniseries is based on a shocking true story — but it’s too intense to binge-watch
Netflix’s new drama series “Lead Children” has crashed the top 10, following a young doctor racing to uncover why children near an industrial plant are falling ill.
Tom’s Guide
5 min read
Los Angeles flash flood warning: What residents need to know about upcoming storms
Los Angeles and much of Southern California are facing flash flood risks as a series of strong storms moves through the region, bringing heavy rain, thunderstorms and hazardous conditions. Officials and forecasters warn residents to stay alert and prepared because flash floods can develop quickly and with little warning.
The Times of India
3 min read
Earth's doppelganger: scientists make $15m digital twin
From stress-testing crops to simulating disease outbreaks, researchers plan to create a virtual copy of Australia's agricultural landscape to test scenarios.
AAP
4 min read
The Air Here Can Kill, Welcome to the World’s Most Polluted Place
What Does “Most Polluted” Even Mean? It’s not like one place wins a forever trophy for being the worst, air quality rankings aren’t set in stone. Reports from groups like IQ Air track PM2.5 levels (fine particulate matter) over months or a year, comparing how often cities exceed safe limits…
Times Life
5 min read
'Goliath won': Santos fends off greenwashing lawsuit
The defeat of a climate suit against Santos has disappointed activists but opened the public's eyes to how the resources giant developed its net-zero targets.
AAP
4 min read
Winter to show ‘it’s not quite done’ as Californians brace for huge winter storm
‘It has seemed ‘spring-like’ for a large part of 2026, but winter is set to show it’s not quite done yet,’ a sheriff’s office said
The Independent UK
3 min read
Vertical Gardeners Warned: These Popular Plants Are Failing in Winter Conditions
Winter does not politely test your vertical garden. It exposes weaknesses, punishes poor plant choices, and turns lush green walls into brittle tangles almost overnight. If you grow upward instead of outward, you face a different set of cold-weather challenges, and some of the most popular vertical plants simply cannot…
Frugal Gardening
7 min read
Trump touts climate savings but new rule set to push up US prices
Critics accuse administration of ‘cooking the books’ by claiming US would save $1.3tn from climate finding reversal
The Guardian - US
6 min read
Pet Owners in the South Are Reporting Seizures Linked to This Garden Plant
A single leaf can trigger a medical emergency. That is not a horror-movie exaggeration. It is the reality of oleander, a flowering shrub that lines driveways, brightens front yards, and decorates countless Southern landscapes.
Frugal Gardening
7 min read
Trump’s repeal of landmark Obama-era climate rule: four key takeaways
Environmental groups say ‘cynical and devastating’ reversal of endangerment finding has grave implications
The Guardian - US
7 min read
7 States Seeing the Sharpest Utility Spikes in 2026
While inflation has slowed in some sectors, the cost of keeping the lights on is accelerating in specific regions of the country. In 2026, the...
Saving Advice
5 min read
Stephen Colbert blasts CBS for nixing James Talarico interview
The late-night host said the network feared running afoul of new FCC guidance directing shows to give equal airtime to political candidates.
The Texas Tribune
5 min read
Momentum is building to meet electricity demand in Texas with small nuclear reactors
The first small modular nuclear reactor could be powering an industrial plant in Texas early in the next decade. And the state is pushing to become the leading site for testing and building the technology.
The Texas Tribune
11 min read
Chip Roy is known for calling out GOP leaders. He says that’s what Texas needs in an attorney general.
U.S. Rep. Chip Roy has broken with his party, and called out President Donald Trump and Attorney General Ken Paxton. He says his loyalty is to Texas and to the Constitution.
The Texas Tribune
15 min read
What to know about county offices on Texas’ March 3 primary ballot
Early voting begins on Tuesday. Here’s a look at what the officials elected to several local offices oversee.
The Texas Tribune
7 min read
Texas Democrats launch $30 million coordinated campaign to target key races, flip state in 2026
The effort is a partnership between the state party, two of its largest political organizations and the House Democrats’ campaign arm.
The Texas Tribune
5 min read
Attorney General Paxton launches investigations into three Texas school districts over students protesting ICE
Paxton said his office is examining claims that administrators and faculty helped organize the demonstrations.
The Texas Tribune
3 min read
Aaron Reitz, Paxton’s endorsed successor, vows to “destroy the left” if elected Texas attorney general
Reitz believes the nation is at war with liberals, and the best bulwark against them is a fully empowered Texas attorney general’s office — with him at the helm.
The Texas Tribune
14 min read
Texas 15th Court of Appeals primaries: Who is running and what to know
Voters statewide elect three justices to the new 15th Court of Appeals, created in 2023. Gov. Greg Abbott’s GOP appointees face their first election for six-year terms.
The Texas Tribune
11 min read
Georgia students recall horror of being shot as father of accused school shooter goes on trial
Students in Georgia describe the terror of a school shooting as prosecutors try to convict the suspect’s father for giving him the gun
The Independent UK
6 min read
Federal judge rules Kilmar Abrego Garcia can’t be re-detained by immigration authorities
A federal judge has ruled that Immigration and Customs Enforcement cannot re-detain Kilmar Abrego Garcia because a 90-day detention period has expired and the government has no viable plan for deporting him
The Independent UK
1 min read
Jesse Jackson shifted Black politics from the margins of the Democratic party to its center
The civil rights icon, who died on Tuesday, used his progressivism as rebellion
The Guardian - US
12 min read
My Take 5 (Edition 64): The week that was in international affairs
Welcome back to another edition of My Take 5, your round-up of top international news of the past week. In this edition we are covering the results of the recent election in Bangladesh, PM Sanae Takaichi’s huge victory in Japan, Ukraine’s new sports hero Vladyslav Heraskevych, India’s seizure of Iran-linked…
The Times of India
8 min read
Trump seeks trademark rights on any airports using his name
The Trump Organization claimed the Trump name is the ‘most infringed trademark in the world’
The Independent UK
4 min read
Indians among scores of foreigners stuck in Nairobi as strike at main airport affects multiple flights
A strike at Nairobi's Jomo Kenyatta International Airport has crippled flight operations, leaving hundreds of Indians stranded. IndiGo has cancelled its direct Mumbai-Nairobi flight, with uncertainty surrounding future services. Stranded passengers face challenges securing affordable accommodation as Kenya Airways reports significant delays. Many are anxiously awaiting IndiGo's return flight.
The Times of India
3 min read
Jesse Jackson: tributes and reactions from Bernice King, Trump and Biden after civil rights leader’s death – latest updates
Follow latest updates as public figures praise civil rights leader who was a protege of Martin Luther King Jr and twice ran for Democratic presidential nomination
The Guardian - US
30 min read
‘I feel like I’m in a financial prison’: Trump Wall Street plan puts ‘mom and pop’ investors at risk, advocates say
Trump says everyday Americans deserve a chance to buy higher-risk ‘alternative’ investments. Critics say this could lead to big losses for small investors
The Guardian - US
26 min read
Yunus mentions 'Northeast' in speech as he bows out
On his last day as Bangladesh chief adviser, Muhammad Yunus on Monday claimed that the interim govt led by him has been able to firmly restore the country's sovereignty, national interests and dignity in foreign policy - an allusion to former PM Sheikh Hasina's proximity to India. "Bangladesh is no…
The Times of India
2 min read
“She wants to destroy”: Graham Allen claims Charlie Kirk feared Candace Owens as Erika Kirk and Turning Point USA dispute explodes
Graham Allen and Candace Owens are in a public dispute over claims involving Erika Kirk and Turning Point USA. Owens questioned Erika Kirk’s past actions, and Allen defended Charlie Kirk’s widow. The fight expanded with podcast clips, X posts, and strong accusations. Allen claimed Charlie Kirk feared Owens, while Owens…
The Times of India
4 min read
Thousands report access issues as X hit by major outage
NEW DELHI: Social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, experienced a major outage Monday evening, with users in the US and India reporting difficulties accessing the service.
The Times of India
1 min read
Hillary Clinton accuses Trump administration of Epstein files cover-up; top DHS spokesperson leaves amid shutdown – live
‘Get the files out’, says former secretary of state; Tricia McLaughlin’s departure comes amid shutdown of agency in charges of ICE surges
The Guardian - US
17 min read
The Olympics Will Never Achieve World Peace If It Keeps Clamping Down on Free Speech
Plus: Olympic hockey almost didn’t happen, how to pad the medal count, and a reader survey on fixing the Olympics
Reason
9 min read
New Mexico lawmakers launch sweeping investigation into Epstein ranch
It's "critical" that the bipartisan panel provides a platform to "uncover the truth," state Rep. Andrea Romero tells Axios.
Axios
5 min read
Trump says Iran "doesn't want the consequences" of not making a nuclear deal with the U.S.
U.S. officials said they expect Iran to come to tomorrow's talks with tangible concessions regarding its nuclear program.
Axios
3 min read
No Pseudonymity for Man Suing Harvard Alleging Jews Aim "to Exterminate or Enslave All Non-Jews"
The plaintiff claims he was denied admission to Harvard Business School, apparently because he is a "non-veteran, non-queer, non-Jewish White male applicant[]."
Reason
3 min read
Epstein files end business, political careers across globe
The revelations aren't stopping, with new names — and new recriminations — coming to light every day.
Axios
5 min read
Stalking Allegations, Defamation and Malicious Prosecution Claims, and Professors, with a Trans Angle
[1.] From New York trial court judge Dakota Ramseur's opinion in Duncan v. Dick Blick Holdings, Inc., decided Jan. 21… The post Stalking Allegations, Defamation and Malicious Prosecution Claims, and Professors, with a Trans Angle appeared first on Reason.com.
Reason
15 min read
A measure giving Congress the power to block Trump pardons draws Republican backing
"Frankly, it is clear to me the pardon authority has been abused," Rep. Don Bacon said.
Axios
3 min read
Integrity faces a critical moment of peril
There's a broader erosion of trust in a society where confidence and good faith were already in retreat.
Axios
4 min read
The American Constitution Society Still Does Not Have A Competing Theory Other Than "Antitrumpism"
After half a century of great debate, the originalists are still not tired of winning.
Reason
4 min read
No Retroactive Pseudonymization in Federal Court Under California "Safe at Home" Program
From a decision last week in Smith v. Solomon, by Judge André Birotte Jr.: Plaintiff files the [application] in a… The post No Retroactive Pseudonymization in Federal Court Under California "Safe at Home" Program appeared first on Reason.com.
Reason
18 min read
A historic force to be reckoned with, a giant to be mourned. Our panel pays tribute to the Rev Jesse Jackson
Civil rights leader, politician, campaigner; Jackson was a phenomenal orator, and a brilliant organiser. Writers reflect on his impact around the world
The Guardian - UK
13 min read
A man pushed me in the street, he wanted to teach me a lesson. Is that OK now?
Many women reading this will have experienced something similar: a warning that sharing public space isn’t a man’s job, it’s a woman’s, says Lucy Pasha-Robinson, a Guardian assistant Opinion editor
The Guardian - UK
4 min read
Forget Maga. Welcome to Mega: Make Empire Great Again
Marco Rubio arrived at the Munich security conference with a disturbing message for European governments: empire is great
The Guardian - US
7 min read
Analog is back, and my millennial heart couldn’t be happier
When daily life feels like a black hole of apps and feeds, it’s no surprise we crave the intimacy of physical media
The Guardian - US
4 min read
ICE holds people in disgusting conditions. Now it’s turning warehouses into camps
The Trump administration has bought warehouses across the US that could hold thousands. But resistance is growing
The Guardian - US
8 min read
Katherine Ryan has had a facelift at 42. Why do I feel betrayed?
I’m a fan of the comedian and her decision initially made me feel like a haggard loser. But famous women are not obliged to act according to other people’s wishes, writes Polly Hudson
The Guardian - UK
5 min read
The Labour Together scandal goes right to the heart of No 10 – Starmer has nowhere to hide
He can sack who he wants to protect himself, but all roads currently lead back to the prime minister, says Peter Geoghegan of Democracy for Sale
The Guardian - UK
7 min read
What exactly is it about Britons that makes us so good at hurtling down an icy drainpipe?
Team GB has swept up the skeleton medals at the Winter Olympics. I suspect it’s something to do with our capacity at weathering tremendous, impotent fear, writes Zoe Williams
The Guardian - UK
3 min read
What’s the state of this Starmer-led nation? Speak to angry voters in Gorton and Denton and it all becomes clear
I had so many conversations with people fed up with all the chaos, deceit and U-turns. Politics must respond to this disenchantment, says Guardian columnist Owen Jones
The Guardian - UK
7 min read
Wuthering Heights is at its heart a story of class and race. Emerald Fennell has got it all wrong
By turning the novel into just a corset-heaving love story, the director has stripped it of what made it so boundary-pushing, says Guardian columnist Rhiannon Lucy Cosslett
The Guardian - UK
6 min read
12 Years Later, 'Mandalorian and Grogu' Is Rebooting A Forgotten Star Wars Villain
One of the many bounty hunters in 'Star Wars: The Clone Wars' is making his live-action debut in 'The Mandalorian and Grogu'.
Inverse
3 min read
A New Hope? Star Wars Might Finally Be Fixing Its Biggest 'Mando' Mistake
The new 'Mandalorian and Grogu' trailer is good, actually. Here's why it ditches some of that Season 3 baggage in favor of classic Star Wars action.
Inverse
4 min read
‘The Big Bang Theory’ Star Kunal Nayyar’s GoFundMe Revelation Draws Shockingly Bleak Response
The Big Bang Theory alum Kunal Nayyar revealed he secretly pays strangers’ medical bills on GoFundMe, but his confession has sparked online criticism.
Bored Panda
5 min read
The Director of 2025's Most Surprising Sci-Fi Horror Hit Reveals Details Of Its Huge Upgrade
'Predator: Badlands' director Dan Trachtenberg teases plans for the franchise, and whether he’d like to direct a Star Wars someday.
Inverse
13 min read
“You Make Me Sick”: 30 Famous Women Who Gave Raw, Unapologetic Interviews
These 30 famous women dropped the polite Hollywood façade and let their true feelings show during interviews.
Bored Panda
20 min read
38 Years Later, A Legendary Hong Kong Director's Cult Crime Thriller Just Got A Huge Upgrade
Johnnie To may have just been a hired hand for 'The Big Heat,' but you can see the seeds of his best work in the forgotten action gem.
Inverse
5 min read
Only A Total Geography Genius Can Name All 34 Countries From These Crazy Maps
Can you truly name the highlighted country on a map? 🌍 Everything seems easy when identifying a country on a regular map, but what about when it's flipped?
Bored Panda
1 min read
53 Years Later, Star Trek Quietly Just Rebooted Some Wild Sci-Fi Tech
Time to ditch the spacesuit? Here's how 'Starfleet Academy' brought back some classic, obsecure 1973 Star Trek tech.
Inverse
5 min read
“Dear Virgin”: 51 Times People Attempted To Apologize But Came Up With Comedy Gold
Singing "You gotta go and get – eh, sorry" on your local X Factor isn't the only way to apologize. Sure, the "Sorry guy" Jonatanas demonstrated that it's a pretty good way to go viral, but it hardly will get someone to forgive you. The folks who wrote these apology…
Bored Panda
10 min read
5 Controversial Sci-Fi Finales, Ranked
The debate about the 'Stranger Things' finale will rage forever. But what other sci-fi shows had tricky finales? From 'Star Trek' to 'Battlestar' and more, here are 5 sci-fi finales we can't stop fighting about.
Inverse
7 min read
In a taste-test battle of supermarket mite-y bites, which will win? (Spoiler: it isn’t Vegemite)
After sampling eight savoury spreads available in Australian aisles, Nicholas Jordan braces for a patriotic backlash
The Guardian - AU
7 min read
Intermittent fasting might not work for weight loss — these are the diets that do
As new research highlights the shortfalls of restrictive eating, nutritionist Louise Pyne shares the science-backed diets that could offer better results
Evening Standard
6 min read
Cardboard crazy! Scavenger genius Shigeru Ban on building cathedrals and quake shelters with paper
From high-end boutiques to housing in disaster zones with beer-crate foundations, the Japanese architect creates with things people throw away. What will his distillery in whisky’s holy land look like?
The Guardian - UK
9 min read
This Morning’s Alison Hammond recalls traumatising moment with son which ‘still haunts her’
Alison Hammond has recalled a traumatising moment with her son which “still haunts her”.
The Independent UK
1 min read
EastEnders star elopes in Vegas as she reveals first pictures of surprise wedding
An EastEnders star has revealed that she has eloped in Las Vegas in a surprise wedding ceremony.
The Independent UK
1 min read
Gregg Wallace finds surprise success on video request platform
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The Independent UK
1 min read
America’s Next Top Model star reveals he was in coma for five weeks after stroke
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The Independent UK
2 min read
Amanda Holden felt ‘outcast’ filling in for Simon Cowell on Britain’s Got Talent
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The Independent UK
1 min read
Rapper launches bizarre bid for world record at upcoming concert
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The Independent UK
1 min read
Coronation Street fans believe they already know conclusion to major storyline
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The Independent UK
1 min read
Kennedy says FDA "will act on" ultra-processed foods petition, but indicates no new rules
Kennedy warned of ultra-processed food dangers on "60 Minutes," but added: "I'm not saying that we're going to regulate" it.
Axios
4 min read
Russia accused of killing Navalny with dart frog toxin. What we know about the rare poison
Marco Rubio told reporters today the findings by 5 European allies is "troubling," but "we don't have any reason to question" it.
Axios
4 min read
New autism diagnosis under consideration by experts
Proposed category would apply to autistic children over eight who have little to no functional language, an IQ below 50 and need 24-hour care
The Independent UK
5 min read
‘I’m a doctor, but I still missed my own low testosterone diagnosis’
Low testosterone can significantly impact quality of life and overall health, but the symptoms are often vague and misdiagnosed as depression
The Independent UK
5 min read
Is boy kibble the new girl dinner?
Food content creator Patrick Kong likens kibble to “dog food”
Evening Standard
4 min read
Some GPs threaten to stop offering flu jabs next winter
The British Medical Association warned that most flu jabs for next winter will need to be ordered soon
The Independent UK
4 min read
Ancient bacteria found frozen in cave resistant to 10 types of antibiotics
5,000-year-old microorganism could add to the challenge of antibiotic resistance
The Independent UK
4 min read
A physical therapist says the way you sit and stand might be the cause of your back pain—here’s why and how to correct it
Your pelvic position matters
Fit & Well
3 min read
These are the three single-leg exercises I’ve been doing to rebuild core strength after an injury
These moves will target your core as well as your legs
Fit & Well
3 min read
Children are not getting mental health support, a quarter of parents say
The burden was disproportionately felt in households with homeschooled children
The Independent UK
4 min read
Arsenal XI vs. Wolves: Saka Role Changed—Injury News, Predicted Lineup
Has Mikel Arteta stumbled upon another decisive attacking solution?
Sports Illustrated
5 min read
Why Cadillac isn’t using as many Ferrari F1 parts as it could
Cadillac may be using Ferrari power units and gearboxes, but is attempting to be as independent as possible
Autosport
3 min read
Is There Anything As Satisfying As Bringing A Motorcycle Back To Life?
This Honda Nighthawk S is a cool slice of the past that showcased the power of thinking smarter, not harder when it was new.
RideApart
3 min read
North Carolina Lands Commitment From Top Class of 2026 Prospect Dylan Mingo
Next year’s Tar Heels just improved substantially.
Sports Illustrated
2 min read
“We want to be in charge of our destiny” – Why Cadillac isn’t following Haas’ path with Ferrari
Cadillac may be using Ferrari power units and gearboxes, but is attempting to be as independent as possible
Motorsport
3 min read
Elana Meyers Taylor’s victory in her fifth Olympics was about far more than gold
The American won her first Winter Games title at 41. She did so while advocating for Black athletes, mothers and the deaf and Down’s syndrome communities
The Guardian - US
7 min read
Fab’s Second One-Man, Five-Round Fantasy Football Mock Draft For 2026
An early look at the top 60 picks for the 2026 fantasy season.
Sports Illustrated
7 min read
This Backpack Could Be the Most Perfect Motorcycle and Hunting Pack I've Ever Seen
Initial Ascent's IAK series backpacks recently wowed us at the Western Hunt Expo, as with 150 pounds on our backs, it felt like nothing. Could it be the perfect backpack for adventure motorcyclists and hunters alike?
RideApart
5 min read
Huge International Motorcycle Expo Postponed Until 2027, but Could Help Bike Sales
Germany's largest motorcycle expo, Intermot, is changing its schedule, putting it head-to-head with another large, German, two-wheeled event.
RideApart
3 min read
Jude Bellingham Suffers ‘Injury Setback’ At the Worst Time for Real Madrid
The midfielder could now miss up to 11 games for Los Blancos.
Sports Illustrated
5 min read
Ford's $30,000 Electric Truck Platform: We Have A Lot More Details
Ford's goal is to make an electric truck you can actually afford. Here are some of the tricks they're using to pull that off.
InsideEVs
12 min read
I Drove The 2026 Toyota bZ Woodland. This EV Is Big, But Missing Some Key Features
The bZ Woodland is powerful, quick and spacious. But it lacks basic features that should be table-stakes for an electric vehicle in 2026.
InsideEVs
7 min read
Canadians Are Warming Up To Affordable Chinese EV Imports
A new poll suggests buyers are warming to China-built EVs as Ottawa courts Chinese investment and Canadian production after the tariff cut.
InsideEVs
4 min read
Mercedes Recalls The EQB EV For The Third Time To Try And Stop Battery Fires
Mercedes-Benz tried to fix the issue with software updates, but that didn’t work.
InsideEVs
3 min read
Volvo’s Big Software Update For Older Cars Is Finally Rolling Out
The Swedish automaker said over 2.5 million cars made after 2020 will benefit from the new user interface.
InsideEVs
3 min read
This Chevy Equinox EV Was Fine. Then It Dropped To 0% And Bricked
The owner of this Chevrolet Equinox EV says it showed 46% before losing all power and needing to be towed to the dealer.
InsideEVs
4 min read
Rivian’s Electric Van Is Finally Getting Big Updates
The California EV startup wants to give its electric van more power and range.
InsideEVs
4 min read
Exclusive: Pentagon warns Anthropic will "pay a price" as feud escalates
The Pentagon may label Anthropic a "supply chain risk," forcing all its vendors to sever ties.
Axios
4 min read
This California Garage Parks And Charges Your EV Automatically
Residents simply drop off their car, and the parking garage takes care of everything, including charging–no humans involved.
InsideEVs
3 min read
AI’s workplace revolution is here – and anxiety is rising with it
A new Guardian series explores how artificial intelligence is reshaping jobs, expectations and worker power across industries
The Guardian - US
8 min read
Why scientists are obsessed with a tiny yellow mushroom
Fungi have long fascinated scientists and aficionados alike
The Independent UK
9 min read
Japan’s lost ‘tigers’ were actually a different big cat species, study reveals
Cave lions lived in Japan long after they went extinct elsewhere, study reveals
The Independent UK
4 min read
Why don't more Tatooine-like exoplanets exist in our Milky Way galaxy? Astronomers might have an answer
Astronomers may finally understand why planets orbiting two suns, the real-world equivalents of the "Star Wars" planet Tatooine, are so scarce in our galaxy — and it has to do with general relativity.
Space
3 min read
Astronomers discover chemicals that could seed life in the core of a developing star
An organic molecule called methanimine was found scattered throughout a dense clump of gas and dust 554 light-years away.
Space
4 min read
Agnes Winter obituary
Other lives: Wensleydale sheep breeder and leading veterinary surgeon and scientist
The Guardian - UK
3 min read
Comet C/2024 E1 Wierzchos makes its closest approach to Earth tomorrow: Here's what you need to know
The comet is now racing away from the sun following a close flyby on Jan. 20.
Space
3 min read
Wormholes may not exist – we've found they reveal something deeper about time and the universe
The puzzle Einstein and Rosen were addressing was never about space travel, but about how quantum fields behave in curved spacetime. I
Space
8 min read
Did you solve it? Chapeau! A smart new hat puzzle
The answer to today’s peaky poser
The Guardian - UK
3 min read
Single dose of potent psychedelic drug could help treat depression, trial shows
Researchers find DMT – used in shamanic rituals – in tandem with psychotherapy has significant effect
The Guardian - UK
5 min read
How astronomers are unveiling the 'skeleton' of the universe
Faint structures play a crucial role in cosmic development, and scientists are only just beginning to grasp their full extent and role in shaping the universe.
Space
5 min read
Gotta watch ‘em all? Pokémon-style app for birdwatching launches
Users of Birdex get points for each bird they see and can compete with friends, with 200,000 sightings logged so far
The Guardian - UK
3 min read
‘It’s betrayal’: Shetland’s scallop fishers brace for arrival of UK’s largest salmon farm
Huge project by Norwegian-owned Scottish Sea Farms gets go-ahead amid concerns over the environmental cost of fish farming and threat to traditional way of life
The Guardian - UK
9 min read
Country diary: It’s extraordinary how much our orchards are founded on connection
Buxton, Derbyshire: From those who planted them, to those who pruned them, to the pollinators and the mosses, it’s a long, collective endeavour
The Guardian - UK
3 min read
‘Daunting but doable’: Europe urged to prepare for 3C of global heating
Advisory board member says adapting is ‘not rocket science’ but Europe already paying price for lack of preparation
The Guardian - UK
4 min read
Record jail sentence for attempted reptile smuggler
An Australian man has been hit with a record jail sentence after attempting to smuggle hundreds of live reptiles across the world.
AAP
3 min read
Gentoo penguins the first birds on Australian territory to contract H5N1 as bird flu spreads
Australian Antarctic Program scientists say virus on Heard Island has spread to new species
The Guardian - AU
4 min read
The US is merely the latest to join the global rush to hoard critical minerals
JD Vance is seeking to create a ‘trading bloc’ as shortages and climate crises mean a kaleidoscope of rare earths are increasingly jealously guarded
The Guardian - UK
10 min read
Weather tracker: New Zealand hit by storms and widespread floods
Low pressure system funnels rain over already saturated areas, compounding risk of further flooding
The Guardian - UK
3 min read
Rural drivers to face steepest bills under UK’s mileage-based electric vehicle tax
Analysis reveals big regional disparities as critics say Labour’s proposed levy could slow uptake of EVs
The Guardian - UK
3 min read
Country diary: An anxious buzzard has me mirroring its movements
Frome, Somerset: As the large raptor squirms and uses its wings to try to balance on a precarious perch, I find my own arms lifting in solidarity
The Guardian - UK
3 min read
How to spend 72 hours in Lech, Austria
World-class skiing, refined alpine dining and a relaxed après-ski scene, Lech is the perfect spot for a long winter weekend. Maria Boyle has your guide
Evening Standard
9 min read
‘Swim, soak, switch off’: an off-grid cabin stay in the Scottish Borders
A cabin on a farm near Hawick, known for its whisky and woollens, offers wild seclusion – and a great base for exploring an overlooked region
The Guardian - UK
7 min read
A New Comp Is Looking For Australia’s Latest Travel Reviewer & Sorry That’s My Dream Job
Would you ditch the corporate life to spend a year travelling 'round Aus? Well, that may be an option thanks to Big 4's new competition.
Pedestrian.tv
3 min read
How to spend 48 hours in Cairo
Egypt’s vibrant capital is charming and chaotic in equal measure, says Radhika Aligh
Evening Standard
10 min read
Solange Azagury-Partridge’s insider guide to Lake Como
Take a slow boat and enjoy gardens tumbling into the water, hotels straight out of the movies and an aperitivo in a butcher’s shop, says the jewellery designer
Evening Standard
6 min read
Share a tip on a favourite family adventure in Europe
Tell us about a memorable trip where you tried something new as a family – the best tip wins £200 towards a Coolstays break
The Guardian - UK
1 min read
The most affordable (and gorgeous) 5-star hotels in the world
At these chic city stays, top-tier quality comes at bargainous prices
Evening Standard
10 min read
Provence in bloom – exploring its flower festivals and the ‘perfume capital of the world’
Mimosas and violets are already out in the south of France, making it the perfect time for a pre-spring road trip
The Guardian - UK
8 min read
‘The most quietly romantic town we have ever visited’ – the enduring charm of Chiavenna, Italy
Writers from George Eliot to Goethe put this Lombardy town on the map, then it fell out of fashion. Today it makes a picture-perfect alternative to the Italian lakes
The Guardian - UK
9 min read
10 of the most romantic hotels, pubs, cabins and cottages for a cosy UK getaway
It’s an ideal time of year for snuggling up on a countryside break. We pick accommodation from shepherds’ huts in Somerset to a chateau in Wales
The Guardian - UK
7 min read