Albert Camus on the Three Antidotes to the Absurdity of Life
What an astrophysicist might have the perspective to eulogize as “the incredibly improbable trip that we’re on” the rest of us might, and often do, experience as simply and maddeningly absurd — so uncontrollable and incomprehensible as to barely make…
F-35 crashes at Eielson Air Force Base in Alaska as pilot ejects safely
An Air Force F-35 fighter jet crashed at Eielson Air Force Base in Alaska on Tuesday as the pilot ejected safely, officials said. The aircraft incident occurred on Tuesday afternoon at approximately 12:49 p.m. and resulted in “significant aircraft damage,”…
Six Nordic paintings that can help us rethink winter
Winter isn’t all bad – these “sublime” landscapes of the frozen North from the turn of the 20th Century offer us a way into resilience – and an “acceptance of the seasonality of life”. With its bare trees, long nights…
Giant pandas Bao Li and Qing Bao make public debut at National Zoo
Today’s the big day! Giant pandas Bao Li and Qing Bao are making their long-awaited public debut at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute in Washington, D.C., ahead of Lunar New Year next week. Bao Li and Qing…
N.Y. Migrants Fear Expulsion After Trump Expands Deportation Targets
By Luis Ferré-Sadurní and Jonah E. Bromwich Jan. 24, 2025 Marlon Luna said he and his girlfriend came into the United States three months ago after fleeing death threats in Venezuela. They waited in Mexico for four long months to…
Sonic the Hedgehog fans stunned after learning how iconic character got its name
This little-known Sonic the Hedgehog fact has been blowing people’s minds. Sonic the Hedgehog has been a beloved franchise for over three decades, with the first video game released on the Sega Genesis console in 1991. Whether you’ve been a fan of the…
Nintendo Switch 2 Reveal: Here’s Everything Announced and Confirmed
Nintendo has finally revealed the Switch 2 with a video that confirms a number of new features while sparking burning questions for fans to discuss. While pre-announce leaks proved to be pretty accurate, this video is the first time we’ve…
Pete Davidson and Dav Pilkey on “Dog Man”
It’s hard to believe, but as author and Illustrator Dav Pilkey recently told students at Boy’s Prep in the Bronx, he created Dog Man back when he was in second grade. “He looks a little bit different,” he said. The…
Immigration Crackdown Begins In Hawaiʻi As Advocates, Lawmakers Push Back
The first signs that President Donald Trump’s crackdown on immigrants had reached Hawaiʻi came this week, on the eve of hearings for state legislation intended to push back. While precise numbers are hard to come by, federal immigration authorities appear…
How Long Does It Take to Build a House?
The Phases of Building a New Home “From planning through completion, homebuyers should expect somewhere between one to three years, depending on the size, complexity, location, and your contractor’s level of preparedness,” says Alec Hartman, CEO of Welcome Homes.Understanding the various…
Lewis Hamilton’s First Week at Ferrari: Louboutin Boots, a Dream Fulfilled and a Proud Mom
“This is the one!” Lewis Hamilton could not hide his excitement as he walked among the road cars in the ‘heritage section’ of Ferrari’s headquarters in Maranello, Italy. As he spotted a bright red Ferrari F40, one of the rarest…
Black Myth: Wukong Wins Game of the Year at Steam Awards 2024, Secures Two Other Awards
While Black Myth: Wukong didn’t win Game of the Year at The Game Awards 2024, it won big at the Steam Awards. Steam has also revealed the winners of the 2024 awards in their respective categories. Black Myth: Wukong has emerged as the Game…
36 Hours in Quebec City: Things to Do and See
With its fortified walls, Quebec City, one of North America’s oldest European settlements, in many ways feels frozen in time — a major draw for visitors who relish its quaint public squares and cobblestone streets, absent of skyscrapers. But while…
Lunar New year 2025 : The Year of the Snake is all about shedding that bad energy
This Lunar New Year, the snake is expected to bring about transformation and new beginnings. The Year of the Snake has started, and the vibes are all about renewal and regeneration. Lunar New Year — which includes Chinese New Year,…
Paris Couture Week Street Style 2025: The best dressed guests and celebrities
Paris isn’t just the city of lights; it’s the heartbeat of global fashion. Thanks to the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode, Paris firmly holds its title as the world’s style capital, orchestrating the grand spectacles that…
LA restaurateur Marissa Hermer launches food delivery service to feed families displaced by wildfires
“(If) you don’t know what you’re gonna do, lean into the things that you do know — and I know how to cook dinner,” says Los Angeles restaurateur Marissa Hermer. If there’s one thing Marissa Hermer knows how to do,…
Costco’s food courts will no longer serve Pepsi
We have some good news for those who’ve yearned for the day they could enjoy a Coke again at the Costco food court, but bad news for those who prefer to wash down their hot dog with a Pepsi. On…
Coalition of Jewish groups say they’re leaving X over Musk’s behavior
A coalition of U.S. and Canadian Jewish groups say they will leave X, the social media formerly known as Twitter, after seeing a rise in “toxic speech” on the platform and owner Elon Musk reposting antisemitic and xenophobic content. Why…
Commanders filled with disappointment while appreciating this season’s journey
PHILADELPHIA — Adam Peters’ unhurried stride explained so much. The Washington Commanders’ general manager exited the visiting locker room and turned inside the belly of the stadium known as Lincoln Financial Field. He began the solo walk to another room…
The Louvre will be renovated and the ‘Mona Lisa’ will have her own room
PARIS — French President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday presented renovation plans for the Louvre, the world’s most-visited museum, which has fallen into disrepair and suffers from overcrowding. The renovations are expected to take nearly a decade to complete and will…