A quick look at trending tech discussions: nuclear reactor lasers, a DIY solution to doomscrolling using ESP32, and the importance of visual perception in video encoding. Read more...

Nováky sees a mix of events: An anniversary of a near-fatal explosion, a pedestrian accident, and a reminder of how fate can change in an instant. Read more...

Two compelling stories highlight different paths to success: Benson Boone's rise through TikTok and the Spanish Royals' portrait exhibition with Annie Leibovitz. Read more...

Controversy in the art world, drama for a 'Teen Mom' star, and a tragic end for a former gangster highlight this week's entertainment news. Plus, a hotel gets a scathing review. Read more...

Today's headlines include a free sandwich offer from Jimmy John's, a tragic car accident in Germany, and a community mourning the loss of two siblings in the UK. Read more...

A roundup of today's political news, including reflections on Stalin's legacy, updates from the TSE in Brazil, and a murder case in Avon. Read more...

From MeToo dramas facing censorship to monster-hunting video games conquering the world and samurai westerns in Scotland, Japan's influence on film is diverse and complex. Read more...

Upstart Holdings and Robinhood Markets presented at the Citizens JMP Technology Conference. Transcripts offer glimpses into their strategies and outlook. Read more...

Donald Trump faces backlash over rising prices and shifting international alliances, including tensions with Canada and questions about his stance on Ukraine. Read more...

Desjardins analysts have released earnings forecasts for Quebecor and Skeena Resources. Quebecor is projected to earn $0.74 per share in Q1 2025, while Skeena Resources is expected to post a loss of ($1.10) per share for FY2024. Read more...

A Lincolnshire school bans mirrors, a look at the economic challenges of maternity leave, and a deep dive into an aristocratic family feud. Plus, do you know Bab al-Sarija? Read more...

The US faces internal turmoil with resignations from a Musk-led commission, while foreign policy shifts as it aligns with Russia at the UN and negotiates resource sharing with Ukraine. Read more...

A former lifelong criminal, once deemed an incorrigible recidivist, has been granted early release and is now studying Latin while working at a kindergarten. The town of Salò also revokes Mussolini's honorary citizenship. Read more...

Clizia Incorvaia attends Milan Fashion Week amid family challenges, while Diesel targets Gen Z with a bold denim revival featuring graffiti art and daring designs. Read more...

A Minnesota school canceled a career event after a discrimination complaint. Separately, the state House failed to pass a bill banning transgender athletes from women's sports. Read more...

Recent developments highlight shifting global political dynamics, from US-China tensions over London to Ukraine's efforts to secure US aid, and changes at the Washington Post. Read more...

Far-right presidential candidate Călin Georgescu was arrested in Romania amid allegations of electoral fraud and unconstitutional actions, sparking political tension. His previous election victory was annulled. Read more...

A Republican budget blueprint, supporting Trump's agenda, passed the House amid Democratic opposition. A separate proposal to eliminate Social Security benefit taxes sparks debate about its impact. Read more...

A quick look at today's business news, including a surge in climate tech investments, revised stock price targets for Canadian companies, and special passes for investors. Read more...

Abdullah Öcalan, the imprisoned leader of the PKK, has made a historic call for the group's disarmament and dissolution, potentially ending a 40-year conflict with Turkey and impacting the wider Middle East. Read more...