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The first reviews for The Fantastic Four: First Steps are absolutely fantastic. Marvel Studios’ The Fantastic Four: First Steps releases in United States theaters this weekend. Directed by Matt Shakman, the MCU flick stars Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards, Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm, Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm, and Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm. The review embargo for The Fantastic Four: First Steps has now lifted. At the time of this article’s publication, the Marvel movie has an 88 percent score on Rotten Tomatoes. Over at MetaCritic, it has a 66 score. In comparison, James Gunn’s Superman has an…

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Tyler, the Creator will never give us brashness without tucking in a bit of meaning. On his new album, Don’t Tap the Glass, the Los Angeles rapper/producer abrasively reminds us of our limitless abilities while also pointing out the difference between curating our image and being our authentic selves. On the morning the album dropped, July 21st, Tyler released a statement via social media that addressed the inspiration behind Don’t Tap the Glass. “I asked some friends why they don’t dance in public and some said because of the fear of being filmed,” he wrote. “I thought, ‘Damn — a…

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SemiAnalysis: A roundup of VLSI conference 2025, including the use of digital twins for design exploration, DRAM beyond 1x nm nodes, Intel’s 18A process vs. TSMC, and more — VLSI 2025 Roundup — No comments on Intel 18A Details & Cost, Future of DRAM 4F2 vs 3D, Backside Power Adoption (or Not) … View Original Source Here

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18 Jul 2025 The Beauty in the Blur: 6 Literary Fiction Picks These novels play with time, memory, and identity, blurring what’s real and what’s remembered. The structure may be fragmented, but the emotions are crystal clear. You’ll feel untethered, and somehow more grounded than ever. The Otero County Disclosure by Huey Hawke Release Date: July 8, 2025 Everything you know, everything you understand, is about to change. What answers to big, universal questions does wheelchair-bound Alexa have, and where do her theories come from? How could anyone know her ideas if she’s never been able to talk… until now?…

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Credit: Kampus Production from Pexels It has long been established that emotions reflect in our voice—this helps us communicate more purposefully and gives listeners cues as to how they should interpret what we say. But what emotions predominate in complaints—and how do they differ between groups? Researchers in Switzerland and Canada investigated and published their findings in Frontiers in Communication. “Complaining is differentiated from neutral speech by changes in vocal expression. Complainers tend to change their intonation, pitch, rhythm, and emphasis, making them sound more emotive and expressive,” said first author Dr. Maël Mauchand, a neuroscientist at the Swiss Center…

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These days, Marvel is one of the most famous brands in all of popular culture. Its characters are literally world famous. There’s hardly a soul alive on this planet who doesn’t know Spider-Man or the X-Men or Iron Man.That’s these days. But in the decades between the rise of Marvel in the early 1960s and the birth of the Marvel Cinematic Universe in the late 2000s, the company and its characters were not viewed as entertainment-industry juggernauts. (Except maybe Juggernaut. He was always a juggernaut.) Hollywood took almost a half century to recognize the full potential of Marvel’s library of heroes. Their attempts to…

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Fatal Optimist:01 Hope Less02 Ambivalence03 Feel Something04 Good Liar05 Lone Wolf06 Heavy Metal07 If Time Does What It’s Supposed To08 Flirting09 Why’d You Have to Bring Me Flowers10 Time Difference11 Fatal OptimistMadi Diaz:07-03 Portland, ME – Back Cove Festival07-08 Edmonton, Alberta – Edmonton Folk Festival07-09 Edmonton, Alberta – Edmonton Folk Festival09-12 New York, NY – Radio City Music Hall ^09-26 Woodstock, NY – Bearsville Theater (The September Shows)09-27 Port Chester, NY – The Capitol Theatre (The September Shows)10-11 Nashville, TN – The Basement East10-13 Charlottesville, VA – The Southern Cafe & Music Hall10-14 Philadelphia, PA – The Foundry at The…

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Welcome to Second Life, a podcast spotlighting successful women who’ve made major career changes—and fearlessly mastered the pivot. Hosted by Hillary Kerr, co-founder and chief content officer at Who What Wear, each episode gives you a direct line to women who are game changers in their fields. Subscribe to Second Life on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or anywhere you get your podcasts to stay tuned.Amrit Tietz, an international DJ and co-founder of Spread the Jelly, has carved a unique path by weaving her passion for music, storytelling, and connection into a multifaceted career. Born in Singapore and raised in Australia, Tietz…

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NASA is testing new scalable satellite technology to integrate and launch scientific sensors faster and at lower cost. NASA’s Athena EPIC (Economical Payload Integration Cost) mission uses a compact, modular spacecraft platform that “shares resources among the payloads onboard” so each instrument doesn’t need its own control system. By offloading routine functions to the bus, this architecture promises “lower costs to taxpayers and a quicker path to launch”. Langley leads the project, which will fly as a SpaceX rideshare in mid-2025 to test the concept in orbit. It could expedite deployment of climate and weather sensors and accelerate future missions.Scalable…

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Welcome to Today in Books, our daily round-up of literary headlines at the intersection of politics, culture, media, and more. Spotify Expanding Audiobooks Plans in Most Confusing Way Possible Look, getting 15 hours of audiobook listening as part of a regular Spotify subscription has been great. I use it every month, mostly to experiment with stuff that I then go borrow or buy elsewhere. It’s not quite as simple as “1 audiobook” per month, but manageable. How Spotify is expanding beyond this base offering is a little crazy-making, though. In some countries (not the US for now), Spotify is adding…

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Walker S2 – The World’s First Humanoid Robot Capable of Autonomous Battery Swapping – YouTube Watch On There are many weird and wonderful humanoid robots out there, but one of the most eye-catching machines launched this year can change its own battery pack — making it capable of running autonomously for 24 hours a day, seven days a week.The Walker S2 robot, made by the Chinese company UBTECH, is 5 foot 3 inches (162 centimeters) tall and weighs 95 pounds (43 kilograms) — making it the size and weight of a small adult.Using a 48-volt lithium battery in a dual-battery…

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What do you think of when you hear the phrase ​“la dolce vita”? If, like us, you’re a fan of Italian cinema, chances are one of the first images that will spring to mind is of a man dressed in a tailored black suit and sunglasses, leaning back in a café chair, feet resting insouciantly on a crisp white tablecloth. We’re talking, of course, about Marcello Mastroianni.Wrapping up our La Dolce Vita partnership with Disaronno for their 500-year anniversary*, we commissioned ace video editor and regular LWLies contributor Luís Azevedo to create a special tribute to Mastroianni — an actor who, over the course of his glittering film…

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Charli xcx got the exact reaction she was hoping for from husband George Daniel when she walked down the aisle at their wedding on Saturday (July 19). In a TikTok posted the weekend of their intimate ceremony at Hackney Town Hall in London, Charli confirmed that the 1975 drummer cried at the sight of her in her bridal dress. Showing off her short, satiny gown and veil — which she paired with some very Brat-esque sunglasses — the singer wrote over the clip, “When george isn’t crying when he sees me walking down the aisle.” In the video, Charli also…

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I was not sure what to expect from Diadem’s new BluCore paddle, which is among a handful of new paddles that have replaced the standard honeycomb polymer core with closed-cell foam—they sent me a sample of the stuff, and it looks like you could make a gas station cooler out of it. That foam is substantially more durable—it has a lifetime warranty, in fact—over the long haul and is also not at risk of delaminating in extreme temperatures if, for example, you leave the paddle in the car on a scorching summer day while you grab patio margs.Given how far…

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The Bookaholic Podcast is the ultimate audio haven for passionate readers, curious minds, and unapologetic book lovers. Hosted by Deirdre Pippins, each episode dives into the world of storytelling through author interviews, genre spotlights, literary trends, and honest book chats that feed your reading addiction. No matter the genre, there’s something here to spark your next favorite read. Learn more about and join the growing community of fellow bookaholics who believe there’s no such thing as too many books at www.book-a-holic.com. This Episode In this episode of the Bookaholic Podcast, we dive into the fascinating journey of N.L. Holmes, who…

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Nematode worms can learn to prefer plastic-contaminated prey over cleaner foodHeiti Paves/Alamy Predators can learn to prefer eating prey that is contaminated with microplastics, even when clean food is available. This behaviour could have implications for the eating habits and health of entire ecosystems, including humans. Researchers discovered this preference for plastic after studying the eating habits of small roundworms called nematodes (Caenorhabditis elegans) over several generations. When offered their usual diet of bacteria, as well as the same microbes contaminated with microplastics, the first generation of nematodes opted for the cleaner alternative. However, exposure to plastic-laced food over multiple…

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Curiosity about the death of Tom Troupe has swept through Hollywood as fans of the veteran Star Trek actor reflect on his extraordinary career. Known for his versatility and decades-long presence in film, television, and theater, Troupe passed away at 97. He left an enduring legacy that spanned generations of entertainment lovers. Here’s all we know about the circumstances surrounding Tom Troupe’s death. Tom Troupe passes away at 97, claims report Tom Troupe, celebrated for his roles in iconic productions such as Star Trek, Cagney & Lacey, and Mission: Impossible, died peacefully of natural causes at his Beverly Hills home.…

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This past May, Loudwire reported on the announcement that Bring Me the Horizon frontman Oli Sykes and his wife – singer/model Alissic – were expecting twins. Well, congratulations are in order once again, as the singer and his wife have officially welcomed the twins, and you can see a photo of them (and read more details) below.Details + Reactions Regarding the TwinsLast Wednesday (July 16), Alissic – whose real name is Victoria Alissa Salles Silva – shared a photo of the twins to Instagram. When translated, the brief caption reads, “Infinite love, Grey & Zélia,” thereby revealing that their son’s name…

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Normally, when I’m packing a bag for a beach day or a festival, I reach for one of my most beloved (read: battered) totes—the kind that wouldn’t flinch at a new stain and wouldn’t make me feel guilty if it came back mildly deformed. In no world would I consider bringing a designer bag with a price tag hovering around the £5,000 mark. But, it seems, I’m in the minority.The style set’s latest go-to for every kind of outing is none other than the Chanel 25 handbag. Taking the trending tote out for a day of dancing, Charli XCX, made…

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18 Jul 2025 Perspective Shift: Books That Change How You See the World The best biographies and memoirs do more than tell a story; they challenge what you believe. These powerful narratives offer new ways to understand identity, resilience, and truth. Prepare to question, reflect, and see the world through a completely different lens. Cherish or Perish: Strengthen Your Intellect: Save The World by Prabha Karan Release Date: June 19, 2025 If Your Intellect Doesn’t Guide Your Mind, Then Who Does? Discover how to strengthen your Intellect, the powerful thought force guiding your thoughts, emotions, and decisions. If you don’t…

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PhD candidate Shiva Pariyar is using a Global Navigation Satellite System to collect tree locations.  Credit: University of Canterbury Originally from Nepal, Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury (UC) Ph.D. candidate Shiva Pariyar is breaking new ground with remote sensing research that could help reduce economic and environmental losses caused by pest damage in non-native eucalyptus species. “In New Zealand, plantation forestry is dominated by Pinus radiata (pine), which needs chemical treatment to make the timber durable,” Pariyar explains. “To avoid the environmental risks of chemicals leaching into the soil and water, New Zealand Dryland Forest Innovation…

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Christopher Nolan fans are intense.When Universal made the unusual move of putting seats on sale for IMAX 70mm screenings of Nolan’s upcoming film The Odyssey a year in advance, Nolan fans responded by buying every single one almost instantly. According to The Hollywood Reporter, “Within an hour, 95 percent of seats were snapped up, according to exhibition sources, repping about a total of $1.5 million in sales, despite a relatively small pool of seats.”After the seats sold out, tickets began popping up on eBay, where they were being resold for “anywhere between $300 and $400.”READ MORE: Every Christopher Nolan Movie, Ranked From Worst to BestThere will…

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The Russian parliament passed new legislation on Thursday, July 17th, that makes it a punishable offense to merely search for content deemed “extremist.” In the process, lawmakers criminalized looking up some of Pussy Riot’s videos. The law, which will take effect in September, targets people who “deliberately searched for knowingly extremist materials.” The government’s justice ministry defines such content with a running list of more than 5,000 entries that includes websites, political slogans, books, artwork, and music. In 2012, several Pussy Riot videos were added to the justice ministry’s list of “extremist” content, including performances of their songs “Free the…

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An Indian immigrant mom, joking about relatable family problems, brings new charm by taking a dig at husbands, in-laws and kids, to anyone questioning an Indian mom’s wisdom. Zarna Garg brings a new comedic perspective to the latest special on Hulu and ensures that she gives a new way to look at modern life through her unique lens. This new stand-up comedy by Zarna Garg in Practical People Win is streaming on Jio Hotstar.Zarna Garg, an Indian immigrant mom, features in Practical People Win.When and where should you watch Zarna Garg’s new stand-up?Zarna Garg, an immigrant Indian mom in the…

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