Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain Californians watched in dismay this month as the York fire seared through Mojave National Preserve, igniting a delicate desert landscape that may never fully recover. The fire chewed through stands of beloved Joshua trees, torching their tops and potentially incinerating their roots. Park officials fear that millions may have been burned in the fire, though the precise number of those killed will be hard to discern from the piles of ash that remain. But researchers say Joshua trees are just the latest species to suffer unprecedented losses amid a climate that is growing warmer and drier.…
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We are 100% here for all the characters on Virgin River growing, evolving, self-reflecting, and trying to be their best selves. Sometimes, you don’t need too many external conflicts to tell a compelling story, and Virgin River Season 5 Episode 3, much like the previous installments, showcases that well. There’s no shortage of conflict coming from outside sources, of course, as the wildfire is approaching and Melissa and her brother both are impacting many people in Virgin River, but the internal work and interpersonal dynamics among characters are most compelling. The hour introduced us to Lizzie’s ambitious, career-driven, opinionated mother,…
A team of researchers at Aston University has demonstrated that benchtop spectrometers are capable of analysing pyrolysis bio-oils just as well as far more expensive, high-field spectrometers. Bio-oils resulting from the intense heating (pyrolysis) of industrial or agricultural by-products, are increasingly seen as potential alternatives to fossil fuels. But the stability and consequent treatment of these bio-oils depends entirely on their composition; and since they are often mixtures of many dozens, or hundreds, of different compounds, analysing such complex mixtures is not simple — or cheap. Dr Robert Evans, Senior Lecturer in Physical Chemistry at Aston University, explains: “The composition…
Emily Ratajkowski has taken her sultry style to the streets and gardens of France.The model is currently enjoying a relaxing holiday with her son, Sylvester, and has been sharing photos from their trip on social media. Yesterday, she posted a slideshow which included photos with her baby boy, snaps of delicious meals, romantic sunsets, and dreamy landscapes, as well as photos of her recent vacation outfits.In one photo, Emrata is seen standing in what looks to be a church cemetery wearing a frilly sheer brown dress. The completely see-through piece features spaghetti straps and breezy layers. The My Body author…
There is a sad truth every outdoors person must face, which is that eventually, you have to move on from your #vanlife and get a real job. Even sponsored athletes get creaky or tear a rotator cuff eventually. You have to pay for your kids’ ski lessons somehow.Are you, like me, similarly convinced that you are just as extreme as you ever were, and also able to afford a $1,000 sports watch? Then, my friend, Garmin’s latest Epix Pro (Gen 2) is for you. It’s the best multi-sport watch for a person who has a lot of different outdoor hobbies…
[] Skip to main content Here are the biggest winners, the most show-stopping performances, and all the top highlight moments from the 2023 VMAs. Rania AniftosWith A-list attendees, electric performances and epic surprises the 2023 MTV VMAs were jam packed with viral moment after viral moment. Let’s break it down. Rania AniftosThe show opened with legend Weezy followed up by Olivia Rodrigo and they were just the first of many epic performances. From TXT and Anitta debuting their new song to a legendary Hip-Hop 50th anniversary performance with some of the biggest names in the game. Some of the best…
The following post contains SPOILERS for Episode 4 of Star Wars: Ahsoka.After foreshadowing the return of Thrawn or Ezra Bridger for four episodes, Ahsoka gave us a major twist instead: The return of Anakin Skywalker, who died in Return of the Jedi (or, if you want to be really technical about it, said goodbye to his life as Anakin and became Darth in Revenge of the Sith). But here he is, played by Hayden Christensen, in the final scene of this week’s Ahsoka.So what’s going on here? What’s this mysterious dimension where Ahsoka finds herself and encounters Anakin? What’s its connection to the Force?…
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A day after their letters supporting Danny Masterson went public, Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis issued an apology. In an Instagram video posted to Kutcher’s account on Saturday, September 9, the married couple addressed the letters they wrote on behalf of Masterson, their former That ‘70s Show costar, after he was convicted of raping two women and before he was sentenced to 30 years to life in prison. In those letters, Kutcher called Masterson a “role model,” and Kunis said the 47-year-old had “exceptional character,” as People reported on Friday. And in their Instagram video on Saturday, Kutcher and Kunis addressed…
Computer scientists and mathematicians working in complex systems at the University of Sydney and the Max Planck Institute for Mathematics in the Sciences in Germany have developed new methods to describe what many of us take for granted — how easy, or hard, it can be to fall in and out of sync. Synchronised phenomena are all around us, whether it is human clapping and dancing, or the way fireflies flash, or how our neurons and heart cells interact. However, it is something not fully understood in engineering and science. Associate Professor Joseph Lizier, expert in complex systems at the…
Photography by Getty Images Experts break down the science behind at-home LED light therapy, microcurrent and cryotherapy, plus shop our curated list of skincare tools. By Lauren Knowles Date August 22, 2023 This article was originally published on January 17, 2023 and has been updated. Oh, the bliss of at-home skincare rituals. To our beloved sheet masks, under eye patches and facial rollers: You’ve been a delight, but this year we’re due for an upgrade. Do-it-yourself skincare devices are calling and we must answer for the betterment of our self-care regimens — and faces. Though we still love getting facials,…
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Song of the Week delves into the fresh songs we just can’t get out of our heads. Find these tracks and more on our Spotify Top Songs playlist, and for our favorite new songs from emerging artists, check out our Spotify New Sounds playlist. This week, Duran Duran return with the spooky “Danse Macabre.” Today is a special day: September 1st. While autumn might officially begin on the 23rd, for many, the season of sweaters, pumpkin spice, and hay rides is now upon us. Pay no attention to the 90-degree weather behind the curtain, break out your flannel, rake up some leaves,…
This December marks the 50th anniversary of iconic horror films The Exorcist and The Wicker Man. Whilst the former is enjoying a reappraisal due to the death of director William Friedkin and a forthcoming movie in the series, The Exorcist: Believer, The Wicker Man’s legacy is still stained somewhat by what happened 17 years ago today. In the original Wicker Man, Police Sergeant Neil Howie is sent to a remote island village in search of a missing girl. The locals claim she doesn’t exist, and Howie finds the island’s ways to be increasingly troubling. Unfortunately for Howie, he’s not able…
FACEBOOK users used to have a lot more friends. The social networking site pursues a commercial strategy of trying to persuade people to “friend” as many others as possible. However, sometime around 2007, users began to question who all these people they had befriended were. Then, someone pointed out that we can only manage around 150 relationships at any time. A flurry of “friend” culling followed and, since then, the number 150 has been known as “Dunbar’s number”. Thank you Facebook! Modern technology may have brought me notoriety, but Dunbar’s number is rooted in evolutionary biology. Although humans are a…
The Bucknoll Cottage Chronicles by Mary Lowengard “Sex and the City” meets “Under the Tuscan Sun” — but no sex, no city and in the Poconos. A wild ride following the author’s journey that begins with her impulse purchase of a little more of a country house (aka cottage) than she really needed. In for the penny, in for the pound, she relays her tales of fixing it up and entertaining house guests, in addition to battling bugs, supporting the local economy (rodeo, anyone?), and dealing with the vicissitudes of weather, storage, gardening, yoga, installing an illegal clothesline and more.…
The next chapter of the Yellowstone franchise will be on the air before the year’s end. Lawmen: Bass Reeves will premiere exclusively on Paramount+ with two episodes on Sunday, November 5, in the U.S. and all Paramount+ international markets. The anthology series stars executive producer and Emmy Award nominee David Oyelowo, Lauren E. Banks, Demi Singleton, Forrest Goodluck, Barry Pepper, Honorary Oscar recipient Donald Sutherland, and Emmy Award nominee Dennis Quaid. “Revealing the untold story of the most legendary lawman in the Old West, Lawmen: Bass Reeves follows the journey of Reeves (Oyelowo) and his rise from enslavement to law…
Most Star Wars fans already know how Cassian Andor’s story ends, but reaching that gut-wrenching moment will, blessedly, take a while longer: A second season of the fantastic prequel-to-a-prequel series Andor is already in production. The Disney+ drama follows Diego Luna’s Cassian, an orphan-turned-thief-turned-resistance fighter as he’s slowly swayed to the side of the Rebel Alliance, the underground movement against the oppressive Galactic Empire. Season 1 covers his reluctant radicalization; season 2 will lead up to the events of the acclaimed film Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. Creator (and Rogue One co-writer) Tony Gilroy has already promised that season…
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Listen via Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Play | Stitcher | Radio Public Editor’s Note: This podcast was originally published in July 2020. It’s being republished today in light of Jimmy Buffett’s passing. Jimmy Buffett sits down with Kyle Meredith to talk about Life On the Flip Side, an album that found the legendary performer at No. 2 on the album charts behind Lady Gaga. Buffett discusses balancing heavy subjects with humor in his songs, the influence of Bob Marley, how the melting pot of the Gulf area plays such a big role in his work, and the importance of music as a part of social change. The…
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Researchers who created a soft robot that could navigate simple mazes without human or computer direction have now built on that work, creating a “brainless” soft robot that can navigate more complex and dynamic environments. “In our earlier work, we demonstrated that our soft robot was able to twist and turn its way through a very simple obstacle course,” says Jie Yin, co-corresponding author of a paper on the work and an associate professor of mechanical and aerospace engineering at North Carolina State University. “However, it was unable to turn unless it encountered an obstacle. In practical terms this meant…
Not My Fault by S.B. Frasca As a multi-platinum, award-winning songwriter, the most rewarding part of S.B. Frasca’s career has been commiserating with young hearts to shape raw, relatable emotions into words that can be sung at the top of your lungs. So is it any wonder that her debut novel, Not My Fault (BookBaby), evokes those very same feelings? This coming-of-age YA novel tells the story of Hy, a victim of bullying who turns to street art as a way to cope with everyday struggles. With its searingly honest portrayal of bullying and other teen issues, Not My Fault…
Modern Family co-creator Christopher Lloyd is sharing loving memories of his life wife, Days of Our Lives alum Arleen Sorkin, following her death last month. The couple met when they were both hired as staff writers on a sitcom, Lloyd reveals in an essay for Variety. “My name is Arleen, and I’m an empath,” she told him at lunch on the first day. “I hear a clicking in your jaw that may be TMJ. Here is the number of a dentist who can help.” In his remembrance, Lloyd recounts Sorkin’s many achievements from her life before and during their relationship:…
Photography by Getty Images With a series of subtle looks, under-wraps details, and an undoubtedly high budget, the actor’s nuptials bring quiet luxury into the bridal game. By Natalie Michie Date August 22, 2023 Celebrity nuptials are famously fussy affairs. So it feels pretty unusual when an A-list wedding can wrangle half of Hollywood and still feel…chill. And yet, this was the vibe curated by bride Margaret Qualley over the weekend. RELATED: The Irresistible Spectatorship of Sofia Richie’s Wedding ICYMI: The 28-year-old actor just tied the knot with musician Jack Antonoff in New Jersey, and from the high-profile guest list…
Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain We’re thinking more about the food on our plates, and where it comes from, these days. To cater to changing tastes and dietary preferences, menu options are being rewritten across Australia and the globe. There will be an extra two billion mouths to feed come 2050. So, we’re going to need to produce more protein, sustainably, and from more sources. That’s where innovative science and technology step in. The proteins we eat and how they’re made are changing. There are almost endless possibilities for foods of the future. Here are four surprising and tasty options our…
“What do you mean my actions have consequences? I’m literally just a girl.” This year, your feed has likely been blessed by the avatars of machinic girlhood: angels, bimbos, and the collective entity of “girls,” divine creatures who have transcended earthly bodies, curiously evacuated of anger, pain, attachment, who have nonetheless become wildly popular on every social platform. Which is to say that, while angels and girls have existed since time immemorial—and bimbos as we know them since at least the 1980s—it’s only recently that they’ve become a bit, floating away from history and into memetic shorthand. Whether it’s the…
Nelly Furtado talks to Billboard’s Executive Music Director, Jason Lipshutz about her anticipated return to music, reminisces on her career re-defining album ‘Loose,’ teases her new music, what it’s like to work with Justin Timberlake and Timbaland again and more! Jason LipshutzOh, oh sh*t, okay. This is the most fun I’ve ever had during a video. Nelly FurtadoHi, I’m Nelly Furtado This is Billboard News Jason LipshutzHere with the one and only Nelly Furtado. Jason LipshutzNelly, I’m so happy you’re here. I’m such a huge fan. Nelly FurtadoOh, for real? Jason LipshutzThe hugest fan seriously. I want Nelly FurtadoI had…
All year, Disney has been celebrating 100 years of, well, itself. While it’s mostly been visible on the “Disney 100” logos that has appeared on the front of all of the company’s recent theatrical releases, the company has now announced a massive — and I mean massive — Blu-ray box set that commemorates the company’s centennial by bundling together 100 animated movies from across Disney’s history.And these aren’t 100 shorts; we’re talking 100 animated features, starting with the company’s first, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, and going right on through their most recent release, Elemental. (That’s technically a Pixar title, but Pixar features are also…