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What are the best opening songs from some of the 1990s biggest rock albums? Here we’ve delved into some of the biggest albums of the decade, taken a closer look at the songs that kicked off the record and then ranked the best of these album openers.It should be noted that each of the albums represented here made the cut for our 90 Best Rock + Metal Albums of the ’90s feature, so there’s already some recognition in place certifying these albums as the biggest and the best the ’90s had to offer.But in many cases, how you open an…

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I wear a lot of J.Crew. I’m constantly stalking the site’s newest arrivals, so when I heard its fall sale event went live, I didn’t waste any time. My fall wish-list items, like the Quinn Mary Jane Ballet Flats ($96) and the Ribbed Mockneck Sweater ($77), are now majorly marked down. Being a shopping editor, I’ve noticed a pattern: When J.Crew goes on sale, it tends to sell out fast. Until October 6, J.Crew is offering 40% off sitewide on select items. Be sure to use code SHOPFALL at checkout to redeem this generous discount.I’m talking about preppy pleated skirts,…

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It’s that time of year again, and Prime Day deals are back. The Amazon Prime Big Deal Days event—also known as Amazon Prime Day 2—is officially arriving on October 7 and 8, but early deals have already started. The WIRED Reviews team has hundreds of years of collective experience covering shopping holidays such as this. What sets us apart is that we only write about actual deals on the gear and gadgets that we’ve hand-tested. We’re getting ready to cover the whole sale with a variety of stories and even a liveblog (and, hopefully, lots of caffeine.) Below, you’ll find…

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This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Book Riot Editorial is made up of passionate readers, writers, and book lovers dedicated to delivering insightful book recommendations, literary analysis, and the latest in book culture. With expertise spanning multiple genres and a deep understanding of the publishing industry, we offer thoughtful commentary, book deals, and news that matters to readers. Whether it’s uncovering hidden gems, analyzing literary trends, or championing diverse voices, Book Riot’s editorial team is here to keep you informed and inspired. View All posts by Community People We…

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Nodules of the bean plant Swartzia polyphylla. Credit: Euan James In a new study, scientists have shown that chemical receptors that plants use to recognize nitrogen-fixing bacteria have developed the same function independently on at least three separate occasions through a process called convergent evolution. “Beans are in other ways not a burdensome crop to the ground, they even seem to manure it… wherefore the people of Macedonia and Thessaly turn over the ground when it is in flower.” The Greek philosopher Theophrastus, widely considered to be the father of botany, wrote the preceding excerpt in what is possibly the…

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A new video from the set of HBO‘s highly anticipated Harry Potter series has surfaced online, teasing a familiar location. Production is currently underway at Leavesden Studios in the UK. The first season is expected to premiere in early 2027. What is shown in the new Harry Potter HBO show’s set video? Shared on X, the new behind-the-scenes video offers fans a glimpse of the iconic Hogwarts Express train that the upcoming Harry Potter show will frequently use throughout its ten-season run. In the original book series and film franchise, the Hogwarts Express is best known as the train that…

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An initial lineup has been announced for the Above Ground 4 benefit show, featuring an all-star cast of musicians performing the classic self-titled debut albums of New York Dolls and The Cars in full. The concert, set for October 26th at the Honda Theatre in Hollywood, California, was originally scheduled for January 2025 but was postponed due to the LA wildfires. With the new date, the artist roster has changed from the original announcement. Corey Taylor (Slipknot), Billy Idol, Josh Freese (Nine Inch Nails), Moby, Nuno Bettencourt (Extreme), Steve Stevens (Billy Idol), and Cars guitarist Elliot Easton are among the…

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Bloomberg: Analysis: US wholesale electricity now costs as much as 267% more for a single month than it did in 2020 in areas located near significant data center activity — Wholesale electricity costs as much as 267% more than it did five years ago in areas near data centers. That’s being passed on to customers. View Original Source Here

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You’ve Found Oliver by Dustin Thao His journey shows that healing is not about forgetting the past but about learning to live with it in a healthier way. You’ve Found Oliver by Dustin Thao is a touching and thoughtful story about love, loss and the courage to heal. The book takes readers on an emotional journey that feels both personal and universal. It deals with relationships, self-discovery and the complicated feelings that come when life does not go the way you planned. Conversations That Heal a Guarded Heart The story follows Oliver, a young man weighed down by…

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An “unparalleled” funerary statue of an ancient Egyptian man whose name may be Messi has been discovered at the Saqqara necropolis — and it shows him standing with what appears to be his tiny wife and even tinier daughter, who is holding a goose.Measuring just over 40 inches (103 centimeters) tall and carved out of limestone, “the most prominent figure depicted is that of a nobleman standing tall with an advancing left foot representing youth, vitality and strength,” researchers wrote in a study published May 13 in The Journal of Egyptian Archaeology.The statue also depicts “a woman, his presumed wife,…

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Before he was Dwayne Johnson the biggest movie star in the world, both literally and figuratively, he was “The Rock,” a third-generation pro wrestler for the WWF and WWE. Johnson only wrestled full-time for a handful of years before he shifted his focus to Hollywood. But his father, Rocky Johnson, and his grandfather, Peter Maivia, both spent decades in the wrestling business. Few people alive understand the punishing toll wrestling takes on a performer’s body and personal life than him.Johnson’s new movie, The Smashing Machine, is about mixed martial arts, not wrestling. But Johnson’s personal connection to the material is obvious…

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Slide Away, the shoegaze-focused music festival that takes place in multiple American cities, has announced its 2026 lineup. The ’80s British cult-favorites Chapterhouse will headline alongside Hum, who are playing their first shows in nearly seven years, and Nothing, who are celebrating the 10-year anniversary of Tired of Tomorrow. Also slated to perform at select dates are Swirlies, Ovlov, Cloakroom, and Loveliescrushing, among others. The festival will take place in New York City, Chicago, and Los Angeles in May 2026.Chapterhouse, Hum, and Nothing will perform at all three of Slide Away’s locations. The music festival begins on May 15 and…

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Brooklyn, NY — Rising artist Bex Lindsey will celebrate the release of her powerful new album “The Process II” with a live performance at GLR Books, located at 303 Wythe Avenue in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, on Thursday, October 17 at 8:00 pm. Known for her evocative voice and unapologetically honest songwriting, Bex Lindsey has become a fresh force in the indie scene. Her debut full-length album Process captures the raw emotions of transformation, resilience, and self-discovery, delivered with an authenticity that is both deeply personal and universally relatable. The October 17 performance promises to be an unforgettable night where fans will…

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Welcome to Second Life, a podcast spotlighting successful people 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 people who are game changers in their fields. Subscribe to Second Life on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or anywhere you get your podcasts to stay tuned.Diarrha N’Diaye created beauty brand Ami Colé in 2019 to celebrate melanin-rich skin. Her journey to become founder and CEO might not have been linear (she originally studied English at Syracuse University), and though she made the…

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OpenAI is preparing to launch a stand-alone app for its video generation AI model Sora 2, WIRED has learned. The app, which features a vertical video feed with swipe-to-scroll navigation, appears to closely resemble TikTok—except all of the content is AI-generated. There’s a For You–style page powered by a recommendation algorithm. On the right side of the feed, a menu bar gives users the option to like, comment, or remix a video.Users can create videoclips up to 10 seconds long using OpenAI’s next-generation video model, according to documents viewed by WIRED. There is no option to upload photos or videos…

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26 Sep 2025 Literary Fiction Novels That Linger Like Half-Remembered Dreams Atmospheric, haunting, and layered with meaning, these stories blur the line between memory and imagination. Perfect for readers who want fiction that stays mysterious yet deeply moving. Each book casts a spell you can’t shake. They’re not read once they’re lived and relived. When Things Go Missing by Deborah Brasket Release Date: September 22, 2025 When a mother mysteriously disappears, her family falls apart. Kay mourns her mother’s absence and blames her brother’s heroin addiction for driving her away. Cal is torn by guilt and rage at being abandoned,…

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We can’t physically pivot our ears towards sounds, but our brain still hones in on themExperienced Skins/Getty Images Dogs do it, cats do it, deer do it – in fact, many species of mammals can swivel their ears to direct their hearing. Humans lost this ability about 25 million years ago, but according to a new study, what we lack in ear-waggling skills we make up for in our brain’s ability to choose in which direction to listen most intensely. The research used mobile electroencephalography (EEG) to record the brain’s electrical activity while volunteers were on the move. Until recently,…

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Therapy, as we know, can take a number of different forms. For Australian multi-instrumentalists and Nick Cave cohort, Warren Ellis, this process of self-enrichment encompasses a wildlife sanctuary for abused animals in Sumatra. Filmmaker Justin Kurzel captures Ellis’s musical theorising and grey-beard musings and then contextualises them against a trip to the titular park where we meet Femke den Haas and her team of caretakers, whose process of healing and being healed by the animals parallels the subject’s own self-care methods while also forming the film’s central thesis.Yet, in presenting these parallel subjects, Ellis Park is a mixed success. Its raw materials – Ellis…

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Kid Cudi is stepping away from music to focus on his other creative endeavors. Prior to the expected hiatus, Cudi released an ethereal track titled “Once” to his SoundCloud on Sunday (Sept. 28) and explained that it serves as a letter to his fans. “This is a goodbye for now song,” he wrote. “It was produced by myself with my homie Sebastian addin’ extra sauce here and there. Taking a break but wanted to leave u [with] something special and from the heart. [You’ll] be hearing me featured on my friends’ albums but as far as me, I gotta step…

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Featured Podcasts Lenny’s Podcast: A 4-step framework for building delightful products | Nesrine Changuel (Spotify, Google, Skype) Interviews with world-class product leaders and growth experts to uncover actionable advice to help you build, launch, and grow your own product. Subscribe to Lenny’s Podcast. Big Technology Podcast: OpenAI’s & NVIDIA’s $100 Billion Marriage, Meta’s Sloppy Vibes, TikTok Deal Arrives? The Big Technology Podcast takes you behind the scenes in the tech world featuring interviews with plugged-in insiders and outside agitators. Subscribe to Big Technology Podcast. Hard Fork: The Great A.I. Build-Out + H-1B Visa Chaos + TikTok Braces for the Rapture…

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This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here they are, the stories Today in Books readers were most interested in (measured in clicks) this week. Judge Tosses Trump’s Case Against the NYT, PRH A federal judge in Florida has dismissed President Donald Trump’s $15 billion lawsuit (yeah, that’s billion with a B, his feelings were very hurt) against the New York Times, four of its reporters, and Penguin Random House. Judge Steven D. Merryday described the 85-page complaint as “florid and enervating,” noting that Trump’s attorneys waited until page 80 to actually mention the defamation…

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Typhoon Bualoi ripped roofs from buildings and uprooted electrical poles along Vietnam’s coast, killing at least 11 people. Typhoon Bualoi ripped roofs from buildings and uprooted electrical poles along Vietnam’s coast, killing at least 11 people, local and national officials said on Monday. The storm—the 10th to hit Vietnam this year—made landfall late on Sunday, generating winds of 130 kilometers (80 miles) per hour. Thousands of houses and businesses have been damaged or destroyed, authorities in three provinces told AFP. Images published by AFP showed corrugated metal roofs blown off buildings and household debris strewn across saturated streets in coastal…

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Andrew Garfield, who was part of the cast of 2010’s The Social Network, recently clarified whether he’s returning as Eduardo Saverin in the movie’s sequel, The Social Reckoning. Conversations about the sequel have been circulating since 2019, before it was officially announced in June 2025. Aaron Sorkin, who penned the script for the first movie based on Ben Mezrich’s 2009 book, The Accidental Billionaires: The Founding of Facebook, a Tale of Sex, Money, Genius, and Betrayal, is writing and directing the sequel. Andrew Garfield won’t be joining The Social Network 2 cast Andrew Garfield revealed during an interview with IndieWire…

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Friends, family and industry veterans continue to share their memories of Ozzy Osbourne following his July 2025 passing. Specifically, Grammy-winning music producer Andrew Watt recently spoke to Rolling Stone about how Ozzy was “normal” the day before his death – making the tragic news “a great shock” – as well as about his deep bond with the late Prince of Darkness.What Watt Said About Ozzy’s Death + ImpactDuring the interview (published online on Sept. 27), Watt – who produced 2020’s Ordinary Man and 2022’s Patient Number 9 – reflected on why the loss of Ozzy was so surprising and painful.“Everything…

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Forever begins now: Selena Gomez married producer and songwriter Benny Blanco last night at an intimate ceremony in Santa Barbara, California. In a series of (very chic) photos the star posted to Instagram, we can clearly see that Gomez’s look radiated timeless elegance—from her halter Ralph Lauren gown to her iridescent, oval-shaped nails to her glamorous, old Hollywood bob.We’re still waiting with bated breath for those nail details (more to come, we’re sure, from celebrity manicurist Tom Bachik!), but Who What Wear did score a coveted hair breakdown from her longtime stylist Renato Campora. He calls the style a “Hollywood…

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ROG Strix is Asus’s performance-focused subbrand. This is where the company’s thicker, more conventional gaming laptops are found. Pricing can range widely, as it includes affordable options like the ROG Strix G16 with the RTX 5050, which starts at just $1,300.TUF Gaming is the company’s entry-level gaming laptop subbrand. These TUF gaming laptops used to be some of the most affordable gaming laptops you could buy, but they’ve gone up in price over the past few years. There aren’t any Asus gaming laptops under $1,000 that feature the latest RTX 50-series GPUs, though you can find plenty of older models…

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