Director Padraic McKinley's debut feature, ‘The Weight’, is a gritty throwback to 1970s survivalist thrillers, starring Ethan Hawke as a Depression-era convict tasked with transporting stolen gold. The film expertly captures the era's tough-guy aesthetic and moral ambiguity, offering a compelling, albeit imperfect, homage.
As fall foliage season approaches, a New England native shares four common mistakes tourists make, from underestimating mountain dangers to relying solely on GPS. Learn how to explore beyond crowded hotspots and prepare for a safer, more authentic experience.
A groundbreaking study using isotope analysis of T. rex teeth estimates the dinosaur's body temperature at 97.3°F (36.3°C), similar to humans and elephants. This finding suggests T. rex was warm-blooded and highly active, challenging previous notions of it being a sluggish, cold-blooded reptile.
Threads is significantly boosting its podcast promotion capabilities with new features like shareable transcripts, episode saving, and detailed analytics. These tools aim to make the platform a central hub for discovering and sharing audio content, benefiting both creators and listeners.
The Senate Health Committee convenes to vet three key Trump administration health nominees, including a third candidate for Surgeon General, a Deputy Secretary, and an Assistant Secretary for Mental Health. The hearings highlight ongoing challenges in filling critical HHS roles and scrutinize nominees' past statements on vaccines and public health.
Novak Djokovic will compete at the China Open (Sept 30-Oct 6) after an 11-year absence. This marks a significant return for the tennis legend, who has faced recent Grand Slam setbacks and a dip in rankings. The event will be broadcast live on Sky Sports.
Legendary musician Roger Waters has publicly condemned Ed Sheeran, calling him a “little prick” for his role in Macklemore being removed from Sheeran’s tour due to pro-Palestinian statements. Other artists have also withdrawn in solidarity.
England secured a commanding victory in the first T20 international against Sri Lanka, largely thanks to a blistering century from Harry Brook. The hosts posted a massive total, setting a challenging target for the visitors.
A new genus of Australian plant bugs, Swiftiephylus, has been named in honor of global music icon Taylor Swift. Researchers discovered 12 new species, with four named after Swift, recognizing her impact and the bugs' distinctive red and yellow coloring.