Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the film and television industry in 2025, transforming various aspects of production, from scriptwriting to post-production. AI tools are now employed to analyze audience preferences, predict box office success, and even assist in generating content ideas. This integration allows creators to tailor stories more precisely to viewer interests, enhancing engagement…
The Cities of the Weft trilogy by Alex Pheby introduces readers to a mesmerizing world unlike many in contemporary fantasy. Set across an archipelago of cities, each ruled by powerful Masters or Mistresses, the series weaves political intrigue, magic, and personal ambition into a tapestry of dark wonder. What stands out is the vividness with…
In Japanese cuisine, dashi is the unsung hero—a simple yet profoundly flavorful broth that forms the foundation of many traditional dishes. Made from umami-rich ingredients like kombu (kelp), dried bonito flakes (katsuobushi), and shiitake mushrooms, dashi pulls together delicate flavors with minimal effort. Culinary experts and chefs worldwide emphasize that mastering dashi is key to…
In March 2025, physicists from Washington University in St. Louis, in collaboration with researchers from Harvard and MIT, announced the first successful creation of a time quasicrystal—a groundbreaking discovery that challenges traditional views of time in physics. Unlike time crystals, which exhibit time-translational symmetry by repeating motion in precise intervals, time quasicrystals possess structured—but non-repeating—oscillatory…
Binaural beats are an intriguing auditory phenomenon where the brain perceives a “third tone” when slightly different frequencies are played separately into each ear via headphones. This mental pinpoint effect stems from the brain’s natural response, entraining its electrical activity to match the beat frequency—a process known as the frequency-following response. ([turn0search0], [turn0search6]) Preliminary research…
On October 11, 2025, the world will commemorate the International Day of the Girl, a United Nations observance dedicated to recognizing and advocating for the rights and empowerment of girls globally. This year’s theme, “The girl I am, the change I lead: Girls on the frontlines of crisis”, highlights the pivotal role girls play in…
Imagine exploring a city without relying on your vision—guided only by sound, touch, and smell. Sensory deprivation tours, also known as blindfolded tourism or cecitourism, invite travelers to experience destinations in a profoundly different way. Offered in urban hubs like Prague, Lisbon’s Alfama district, and Vancouver, these immersive excursions heighten your connection to the environment…
In 2025, a captivating trend is sweeping interior design: drawn-on decor. This movement embraces the charm of hand-drawn illustrations on furniture, walls, and accessories, offering a personal touch that digital designs often lack. Designers like Jess Murphy of The Lawns Collective and artist Tess Newall emphasize the desire for authenticity, uniqueness, and emotional connection to…
In a significant advancement in forensic science, investigators have recently extracted ‘Touch DNA’ using an M-Vac system from items in the 1996 murder case of French film producer Sophie Toscan du Plantier. This technique isolates trace skin cells from rough surfaces and represents a high level of expertise in modern forensic methodology. International collaboration—pairing specialists…
A pioneering study by Johns Hopkins and NYU recently explored the impact of psilocybin-assisted experiences on religious leaders—ranging from priests to rabbis. Participants often reported profoundly transformative spiritual encounters: feelings of divine connection, heightened empathy, and renewed vocational purpose. Despite facing ethical scrutiny and concerns over funder influence, this groundbreaking research highlights emerging expertise at…
