Sketch, writer/director Seth Worley’s feature debut, balances wonder, terror, and adolescent absurdity in a tale of a young girl whose sorrow-fueled drawings come to calamitous life. The film deftly blends humor, tenderness, and imagination, making it a triumphant and authentic channeling of Amblin Entertainment’s ’80s children’s classics. The story follows elementary schooler Bowman, whose drawing … Read more
Samsung is reorganizing its high-end Galaxy S26 family, with a new report suggesting the company will ditch the Plus model. The move is expected to boost sales of the ultra-thin Galaxy S26 Edge, which may outperform the Galaxy S25 Plus. The rumor suggests that Samsung was impressed by the Galaxy S25 Edge’s sales numbers and … Read more
In the Indian state of Gujarat, a banyan tree is more than just a shade-giving giant. For NPR’s international correspondents, it’s also a symbol of life and work. Banyan trees are often seen as sacred, with oil lamps nestled at their roots and prayers whispered into the air. As I traveled through Gujarat, I found … Read more
A team of at least 15 scientists from six organizations has identified the bacteria that causes a deadly disease killing sunflower sea stars in the Pacific Ocean. The study, published in “Nature Ecology and Evolution,” marks a major breakthrough in understanding the cause of the disease, which has killed over 90% of the species since … Read more
Teen accessories retailer Claire’s, known for its ear piercing services, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the US Bankruptcy Court in Delaware. This is the second time the company has sought bankruptcy since 2018 due to high debt and changing consumer preferences. Claire’s operates over 2,750 stores across North America and Europe, but … Read more
Rivian’s and Lucid Motors’ shares have plummeted after the companies released disappointing earnings reports, highlighting their struggles to sell electric vehicles. This comes as Tesla faces similar challenges in meeting sales expectations. Rivian, a leading electric vehicle manufacturer, reported lower-than-expected revenue and deliveries for Q4 2022. The company’s stock price fell significantly following the announcement. … Read more
NASA’s Curiosity rover has celebrated 13 years on Mars, and it’s still uncovering the Red Planet’s secrets. Since landing in Gale Crater in 2012, the rover has traveled over 22 miles, studying rock layers, analyzing soil, and revealing ancient signs of liquid water, a thicker atmosphere, and conditions that might have supported microbial life. Despite … Read more
Carolina Panthers cornerback Jaycee Horn was involved in a car accident on his way to the stadium on Wednesday, but fortunately, he walked away with only stitches in his thumb area. According to coach Dave Canales, Horn suffered a few stitches in his left thumb and will be evaluated daily. Horn did not participate in … Read more
NASA has overhauled its plan to replace the International Space Station (ISS), citing a $4 billion shortfall in funding. The agency’s previous strategy involved issuing a request for proposals, but it will now adopt a new approach. In his first official task as Acting Administrator, Sean Duffy signed a directive aimed at addressing concerns about … Read more
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