Spotify on Tuesday said third-quarter profit margins were squeezed by slow advertising growth, fanning concerns about the weak global economy’s effect on digital advertising. Spotify shares slid 4 percent in after-hours trading, stung by sector-wide weakness after Google parent Alphabet missed market estimates for quarterly revenue as advertisers cut spending.Spotify, whose stock has fallen 58.5 perent this year, said third-quarter margins were less than it had expected, blaming “some softness in advertising,” currency fluctuations and retroactive royalty payments to songwriters and music publishers.”This is an early indicator of the concerns businesses are having about the economy,” Spotify CEO Daniel Ek told Reuters.…
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Boldy James has shared a new video for his song “Another Bando.” The Jai Imani–featuring track landed on Indiana Jones, James’ new collaborative release with producer RichGains, one half of the production duo Blended Babies, which was released in January. Check out the video below.Days before the release of Indiana Jones, James was involved in a serious car wreck in his hometown of Detroit. He was sent to the hospital in critical condition with a broken vertebrae in his neck and orthopedic injuries, according to a statement from his representative. After surgery, he was released from the intensive care unit…
A new Tekken 8 trailer has been released highlighting the return of its iconic assassin, Nina Williams. Nina, whose popularity led to the character starring in the spin-off title Death by Degrees, has been a mainstay of the fighting game series. First introduced in the original Tekken, her assassination background has led her to the Iron Fist tournament several times and she often clashes with her sister, Anna Williams. Check out the Tekken 8 Nina Williams trailer below: “This latest saga begins where the previous title left off, with a world mired deep in the devastating war between Kazuya Mishima…
Mild brain damage may affect memory more than severe injuriesIn a small study, memory recall was better in people with more severe damage to a brain region involved with memory, compared with those with milder damage. With severe damage, other parts of the brain may take on the damaged region’s function Read The Full Article Here
31 Jan 2023 Are you an avid reader of Young Adult books? This week you are in luck! With all of these new novels, you’re bound to find a new favorite book to add to your reading list. This week includes new novels from bestselling authors P. C. Cast, Kristin Cast, Krystal Marquis, and many more. Enjoy your new young adult books. Happy reading! Related selena scrolls_pure; if (shouldBeFixed && !isFixed) { header.addClass(“sticky”); isFixed = true; } else if (!shouldBeFixed && isFixed) { header.removeClass(“sticky”); isFixed = false; } e.preventDefault(); }); }); }); ]]> Read The Full Article Here
One of TV’s most iconic daytime series is coming to an end. Dr. Phil McGraw announced Tuesday evening that his show would wrap up this spring following the conclusion of the 2022-23 season. According to Variety, the hope is to keep the show’s legacy continuing with repeats. Much like Judge Judy, these shows tend to still pack a punch even in encores, meaning that the markets will be interested in keeping it around in some capacity. “I have been blessed with over 25 wonderful years in daytime television,” McGraw said in a statement. “With this show, we have helped thousands…
Graphical abstract. Credit: Science of The Total Environment (2023). DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2023.161512 Exposure to high doses of micro-sized polyethylene has adverse effects on cells, a new study from the University of Eastern Finland finds. The researchers investigated the toxicity of micro-sized polyethylene in two different human colorectal cancer cell lines. Being one of our most common plastics, polyethylene is used for a variety of purposes, for example as packaging material. Exposure to high doses of polyethylene was found to decrease cell viability and increase the production of reactive oxygen species in cell mitochondria, which are vital energy-producing organelles. The findings were…
Photography Courtesy of Launchmetrics Did we mention this manicure trend is J.Lo-approved? By Lauren Knowles Date January 26, 2023 If you’re a manicure minimalist who has attempted to expand your polish palette with vibrant shades and elaborate designs, you likely know the feeling of nail regret all too well. Two steps out of the salon door and you’re already plotting your return, wishing you’d gone with one of your beloved nude shades. Feeling seen by this sentiment? We think Jennifer Lopez’s lipgloss nails were made for you. Now, don’t be fooled by the rocks that she’s got, J.Lo loves a…
In fact, the federal government has required that states applying for public charger money submit plans detailing how they’ll support a new workforce to service them. “One of the biggest things we’re really excited about is the continued emphasis on reliability,” says Walter Thorn, head of product at ChargerHelp, which provides operations and maintenance services to charging companies and governments. The company is working with the Society of Automotive Engineers, an international standards body, to define what skills are needed to service chargers, and create certifications for them. It’s a first step in training up more electric-vehicle charger repairers. Construction CrunchIn…
Actors, pop stars, athletes, royalty… heavy metal touches everyone. In this list, you’ll see celebrities you know are metalheads, and others you never could have imagined get down to the Devil’s music.Pretty much every metal fan on earth celebrates Jim Carrey inviting Cannibal Corpse to perform in Ace Ventura, but did you know Cameron Diaz would only date metalheads growing up? Lady Gaga wears her metal fandom proudly all the time, but fellow pop superstar Demi Lovato moshed at deathcore and metalcore shows during her formative years.Can you name a country with a metalhead president? We can, and he’s not…
HBO Max’s The Last of Us is proving to be incredibly popular. That’ll only be helped by the fact that they’ve made the first episode free on their platform. If you’re in the U.S., you can access the first episode without a subscription using the HBO Max app. If you’re in the U.K., you can access the episode on SkyTV, or even on YouTube.Reviews for the show have been resoundingly positive everywhere, which is kind of huge. It’s not often that TV and movies that use video games as source material come out to much fanfare, but The Last of Us has managed…
From A Quiet Place to HBO’s new release of The Last of Us, the American public is morbidly fascinated by disaster stories. There’s an intimate, almost too-close-to-home sense of horror that comes from seeing the cities, states and country we know on the precipice of collapse. But what if it isn’t some sort of extraterrestrial attack or fungal zombie outbreak that threatens to do the United States in? What if in these stories, it’s the evils of humanity? These five tales construct terrifying stories of what could be a parallel — or future — reality of the United States. From…
Since the Large Hadron Collider turned up nothing in its search for supersymmetry, physicists have turned their attention to the axion, says Chanda Prescod-Weinstein, a self-described superfan of this hypothetical particle Physics | Columnist 23 November 2022 By Chanda Prescod-Weinstein Shutterstock/NASA images REGULAR readers of this column know that when it comes to dark matter candidates, I am something of an axion superfan. This hypothetical particle was theorised in the 1970s as part of a solution to a problem in the standard model of particle physics that is still outstanding. For the past eight years, the axion has been the…
Did the gang manage to fight back against the vampires? On The Winchesters Season 1 Episode 9, vampires arrived in town, sending everyone into uncharted territory. Latvika’s weeks of sifting through the Men of Letters Clubhouse provided some vital information when John got a scary glimpse into the future. Meanwhile, Mary struggled with the tedious balance between feelings and action when it came to John. Use the video above to watch The Winchesters online right here via TV Fanatic. Catch up on all your favorite shows and reviews and join in the conversations with other fanatics who love TV as…
Fiction Future Imperfect What kind of world would humanity build with another chance to do it right? The Terraformersby Annalee NewitzTor Books, 2023 ($28.99) Great stories often start from a tantalizing “what if?”—the more irresistibly original the premise, the better. In The Terraformers, the new novel from i09 founder and former Gizmodo editor in chief Annalee Newitz, the central question points straight at our planet’s existential crisis: Given the painful lessons we’ve learned about how not to build a sustainable, equitable future, what if people had a chance to create a cleaner, fairer Earth 2.0? Could we succeed? It will…
It’s bizarre to think that there was a time when midi dresses weren’t as prevalent as they are now, but such a time did exist, and I practically shudder at the thought. Without midi dresses, my wardrobe would certainly be a less fabulous place. My outfits would probably involve jeans at any given turn. But thankfully, midi dresses are considered a closet staple—one which I certainly get endless wear out of. As easy as they are to throw on, you still need to consider how to style your midi dresses, and perhaps the most important component of any midi-dress look is…
Whether you’re going on a trip or suffering from patchy internet, downloading videos to watch offline makes for a smoother experience. All the best streaming services offer some way to download content for offline viewing. Here, we walk you through the process—with some additional recommendations on expanding your device’s storage.Before we start, you’ll need an internet connection to be able to download videos for offline playback. Ideally, you’re connected via Wi-Fi. (Make sure you also have enough free space on your device; you can usually check that in storage settings.) Some apps will let you download via cellular data too,…
The Simpsons’ remarkable run will continue for at least two more seasons as FOX has handed down a fresh renewal of the animated comedy. Already the record holder for longest-running animated TV series, The Simpsons will now air through the 2024-2025 broadcast season — which will mark its 36th season. While The Simpsons’ ratings and critical appeal have waned in recent years, it remains a lucrative property for FOX. Aside from the show’s merchandising, the network also rakes in millions from its distribution deal with Disney — where all previous seasons of The Simpsons call home. Along with The Simpsons,…
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Someone Else’s Life by Lyn Liao Butler What’s it About? A new life in paradise should have healed her wounds. But for a woman struggling to hold on to her family and her sanity, one stormy night could change everything. I consider myself an amateur sleuth due to the sheer volume of mysteries and thrillers I have read over the years. As a reader, you know there will always be some sort of “unexpected” twist meant to shock you and turn the plot upside down. Trying to solve and guess the “twist” before it’s spelled out for you is half…
Move over, Kardashians: The Stallones are the next famous family to take on reality TV. Sylvester Stallone and his wife, Jennifer Flavin Stallone, will join their daughters, Sophia, Sistine, and Scarlet, in the eight-episode docuseries The Family Stallone, coming soon to Paramount+. “Stallone is ready to give cameras access to what he would consider the greatest role of his lifetime: dad,” the streaming service says in a description of The Family Stallone, per The Hollywood Reporter. “This new series starring Stallone’s three daughters, wife, and himself offers a seat at the table of one of Hollywood’s most famous families.” To…
The largest penguin to ever waddle on Earth, Kumimanu fordycei, steps onto a beach surrounded by another newly discovered species, Petradyptes stonehousei, in this life reconstruction. (Image credit: Simone Giovanardi/Bruce Museum) (opens in new tab)Scientists have unearthed the fossilized remains of the largest ever known penguin on Earth, a 340-pound (154 kilograms) behemoth that glided through the oceans around what is now New Zealand more than 50 million years ago.The fossils of this newfound species, Kumimanu fordycei, were found alongside eight other specimens inside beach boulders in North Otago, on New Zealand’s South Island. Five of the remaining specimens belonged…
On Tuesday, Kim Kardashian made an appearance on Gwyneth Paltrow’s podcast and revealed that she would consider more children in the future. The Kardashian’s star shares four children with ex husband Kanye West, North, 9, Saint, 7, Chicago, 4, and Psalm, 3. Kardashian told Paltrow she will “never say never” to a fifth child.“I’m obviously right at the end of that conversation,” she added. “I would have to have someone in my life for a while in order to make that decision. So, whatever’s meant to be will be.”Paltrow then suggested the SKIMS founder looking into egg freezing, but Kardashian…
Tea is the world’s most popular beverage. Well, after water. Whether you like to brew from a bag or only sip rare yellow tea smuggled out of China by yak, there’s something for everyone. However, if you’re new to drinking tea, the different gadgets and styles can be overwhelming at times. To get you started, we put together a roundup of some of the tools and teas you might want to try on your journey to finding the perfect cup.Be sure check out our other beverage buying guides, including the Best Espresso Machines, Best Cold-Brew Coffee Makers, and as well…
Saweetie has scored her very own touchdown, by fronting an NFL metaverse concert during Super Bowl week. The “Best Friend” rapper is the headline performer at the Saweetie Super Bowl Concert, a free virtual show presented by Intuit on Roblox and set to premiere Feb. 10. The Warner Records artist will step into the metaverse on the heels of the launch of WMG’s Rhythm City, for what’s said to be a first-of-its-kind “music-themed social roleplay experience” on the Roblox gaming platform. According to WMG, which partnered with NFL on the latest initiative, Saweetie will perform a “family-friendly, fully motion-captured”…
M. Night Shyamalan’s Knock at the Cabin and 80 for Brady knocked James Cameron’s Avatar: The Way of Water from the top of the domestic box office with $14.2 million and $12.5 million apiece, per Deadline. Both aren’t much to write home about. Shyamalan used to draw $40 million opening weekends in his prime but has settled into smaller market fare by producing low-budget thrillers that don’t need massive gains to be successful. Knock at the Cabin cost $20 million and will likely finish close to Old’s $48 million domestic total. Meanwhile, 80 for Brady is playing the long game and hopes older crowds will take advantage of discount ticket pricing…
31 Jan 2023 Set off on an adventure to new worlds this week! This selection of new science fiction and fantasy books will surely please! Science Fiction fans should be excited about the latest from bestselling authors Michael Anderle, Adrian Tchaikovsky, Annalee Newitz, and more. If Fantasy is what your library needs, you’ll be able to pick up the latest from T.S. Malpass, T.W. Pearce, Theophilus Monroe, and more. Enjoy your new science fiction and fantasy books. Happy reading! Fantasy Science Fiction Related selena scrolls_pure; if (shouldBeFixed && !isFixed) { header.addClass(“sticky”); isFixed = true; } else if (!shouldBeFixed && isFixed) { header.removeClass(“sticky”); isFixed =…
Ripples in space-time known as gravitational waves could help reveal the secrets at the dawn of time, just moments after the Big Bang, new research suggests. And physicists say they can learn more about these primeval gravitational waves using nuclear fusion reactors here on Earth.In a new study, physicists used equations that govern how electromagnetic waves move through plasma inside fusion reactors to create a theoretical model for how gravitational waves and matter interact. That, in turn, could reveal a better picture of the earliest moments in time. Moments after the Big Bang, the universe was permeated by a soup of hot,…
Emmy-winning actress Uzo Aduba will don a detective hat for The Residence, a Netflix murder-mystery drama from Shonda Rhimes’ Shondaland. Created by Paul William Davies and inspired by the book The Residence: Inside the Private World of the White House by journalist Kate Andersen Brower, the upcoming, eight-episode series will have Aduba’s character investigating a crime at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue. “132 rooms. 157 suspects. One dead body. One wildly eccentric detective. One disastrous state dinner,” Netflix touts in a logline for the series. “The Residence is a screwball whodunnit set in the upstairs, downstairs, and backstairs of the White House,…
One of the big plots point in season three of Emily In Paris is the titular character’s hairstyle, her iconic “trauma bangs,” a look all too familiar to women who are really going through something. The show’s star, Lily Collins, shared a behind-the-scenes look at her big chop on Instagram on Tuesday, joking that at least she didn’t do it herself.In the show, Emily Cooper had a pretty tumultuous love triangle while in Paris, and decides to deal with it by cutting her own hair. In the clip, stylist Gregory Russell does the deed as she laughs, “Baby’s first bangs!”…