Building a perfect Snowboy in Animal Crossing is torture
Players can build sentient Snowboys in Animal Crossing, but to get DIY recipes, they need to be perfect — a task much harder than it sounds.
The best snowstorm movies and video games to beat the cold
Welcome to Dead of Winter, Polygon's special issue dedicated to winter-themed video games, movies, TV shows, and more.
3 cool Linux apps to try this weekend (January 23 - 25)
The first one lets you draw that cool ASCII art without any typing.
Second LEGO Animal Crossing Set for 2026 Leaks Online
Yet another report from a trusted leaker suggests LEGO is not done with Animal Crossing sets and is planning at least two for 2026.
Put north of England ‘front and centre’ of net zero strategy, Reeves urged
Region has higher share of net zero economic output, data shows, and Labour leaders fear Reform would dismantle industry if it wins powerRachel Reeves has been urged to put the north of England at the heart of the UK’s net zero strategy as research shows the sector contributes a larger share of th...
‘Risky’ Tories, ‘drama queen’ Jenrick and Farage’s Trump problem: voters’ verdict on the battle for the right
In focus groups in Warrington and Godalming, there was a feeling Keir Starmer was adrift – but are Reform’s ‘Globetrotters’ the answer?Boris Johnson’s election victory in 2019 was so sweeping you could walk from Land’s End to Hadrian’s Wall without ever leaving a Tory constituency. You...
‘I’ve never watered it’: how an Australian groundskeeper achieved the world’s ugliest lawn
Neighbours might look askance at Jarno Coone’s unkempt yard, but the local birds, bees and bats aren’t bothered by the aestheticsWhen they moved in about 13 years ago, there was plush green lawn out the front. Nowadays the grass is so high that neighbours fear it could be harbouring snakes. Even...
The capsicum paradox: new Australian supermarket pricing a ‘massive transparency fail’ for customers
Exclusive: Comparison of online ‘per each’ price of 15 fruits and vegetables against price per kilogram found ‘completely arbitrary’ price variationsGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastSupermarkets are increasingly charging customers for fresh produce by the item, rath...
Michael Carrick outlines stance over Man United decisions after Casemiro exit confirmed
The interim Man United boss has discussed how he will operate after inspiring a ‘big uplift’ following victory in the derby over Man City last week
TikTok US joint venture seen resembling Apple’s China iCloud deal
TikTok has officially launched a US joint venture tasked with “safeguarding the American content ecosystem”, with commercial activities such as e-commerce, advertising and marketing remaining under the company’s existing US entities. The arrangement has been widely compared with Apple’s 2018...
Charlie Puth Salty About Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo’s ‘Wicked: For Good’ Oscar Shut-Out: ‘Such a Disappointment’
The second part of the movie musical got no love when the Academy Award nominations were announced on Thursday (Jan. 22).
Joel Embiid overcomes injury concerns in overtime win vs. Rockets
This is a great sign for the 76ers.
ARE Falls 40% but Still Draws an $8 Million New Stake From a Concentrated Fund
This real estate investment trust develops and operates life science campuses for leading biotech and technology tenants in major U.S. hubs.
Tessa Thompson Says ‘His & Hers’ Is About Race and ‘Rage’
The actor and her co-star Crystal Fox go deep on the wild ending to Netflix’s buzziest new series
Physics theories about the multiverse are stranger than fiction
Cosmology and quantum physics both offer tantalizing possibilities that we inhabit just one reality among many. But testing that idea is challenging.
The California Post on Its LA Invasion: ‘We Want to Be Disruptors’ | Exclusive
As the Murdoch-backed paper prepares to launch, editor-in-chief Nick Papps talks talent raids, tabloid DNA and why the Los Angeles Times isn’t keeping him up at night The post The California Post on Its LA Invasion: ‘We Want to Be Disruptors’ | Exclusive appeared first on TheWrap.
TheWrap Promotes Carolyn Bernstein and Michael Kosasky to VPs of Entertainment Sales
President and COO Edward J. Menicheschi celebrates the pair as "instrumental in elevating TheWrap’s position as a trusted partner" The post TheWrap Promotes Carolyn Bernstein and Michael Kosasky to VPs of Entertainment Sales appeared first on TheWrap.
Vampire Survivors' highly anticipated deck-building spin-off is getting an Xbox and Steam demo soon
If you're one of the 200K+ people who've already excitedly wish-listed Vampire Survivors' much-anticipated deck-building spin-off Vampire Crawlers, there's some good news to carry you into the weekend: a demo is arriving for Steam and Xbox Game Pass on 23rd February. Read more
Big Hops uses the greats of platforming history - including Tomb Raider and a dash of Galleon - to create something distinct and wonderful
Big Hops is a 3D platform game about a frog, but it’s also a 3D platform game about 3D platform games. This seems almost inevitable when it comes to this most nostalgic of video game genres. But what marks Big Hops out, I think, is the sheer enthusiasm with which it explores the genre’s past, al...
The Most Luxurious Facial Treatments Celebrities Are Booking Now
Meet skin care’s new guard.
Spartacus: House of Ashur episode 8 reveals the most distressing gladiator death in the Starz show to date — and its cast 'felt completely shaken' after filming
The final scene of a Spartacus: House of Ashur episode is always a shocker, but episode 8 is the most deeply upsetting yet... even for its cast.
What is the release date for A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms episode 2 on HBO Max?
Find out when and where you can watch episode 2 of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms.
'For All Mankind' Season 5 shows off Martian motorbiking in Apple TV's 1st teaser trailer (video)
Bikers on Mars, but no mice in sight.
‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ Partners With Fragrance Brand Scentbird, Launches New Scents Inspired by Season 18 Cast (EXCLUSIVE)
Scentbird is stepping onto the runway. The fragrance subscription platform has signed on as the first-ever scent brand to integrate directly into “RuPaul’s Drag Race.” The partnership will debut with the Jan. 23 episode, which will introduce a Scentbird fragrance wall in the Werk Room — the ...
Lane Kiffin Makes Bold Declaration About 2026 Transfer Portal Class
LSU coach Lane Kiffin did not hold back on his first transfer portal class with the Tigers after adding a record haul of players.
‘The Traitors’ Season 4 Episode 7 – Release Date, Schedule, How To Watch
As tensions rise, more drama is set to ensue in "The Traitors" Season 4. Here's how, when, and where to watch Episode 7.
Trump’s overreaction to charges of fraud is harming thousands — and that’s the goal
The administration’s attack on our already precarious child care system breaks my heart, and will cause serious harm to parents, providers and communities.
Turtle Beach Atlas 200 Review: It sounds better than $60
The Turtle Beach Atlas 200 is a budget-friendly, lightweight wired headset with surprisingly solid audio performance.
The Best Paper Notebooks and Journals, Tested and Reviewed (2026): Leuchttherm, Midori, Field Notes
Celebrate National Handwriting Day (I did not make that up) with new notebooks, a journal, or sketchbooks.
Samsung Bespoke Fridge with AI review: All the bells and whistles
At their core, refrigerators are relatively simple devices. If you're the type of person to view every extra feature as a component that could potentially go wrong, basic iceboxes are probably the kind you go for. But for those on the other end of the spectrum, Samsung's latest Bespoke Refrigerators...
Ring can now verify if a video has been altered
Ring has launched a new tool that can tell you if a video clip captured by its camera has been altered or not. The company says that every video downloaded from Ring starting in December 2025 going forward will come with a digital security seal. “Think of it like the tamper-evident seal on a medic...
Robert Pattinson Made a Bunch of Unreleased Music
We spoke with the face of Dior Homme Intense about his prolific acting streak, his evolving fashion instincts, and his love of 100 Gecs.
Busy Entrepreneurs are Turning Screen Time Into Learning Time With This Streaming Service
Keep your brain sharp even when you're off the clock.
Can Anyone Stop The Beauty's Ryan Murphy?
Can anyone stop Ryan Murphy? The multi-series producing powerhouse keeps making television like The Beauty… whether we like it or not.
Massive News: D-Wave Just Changed Its Quantum Computing Strategy
D-Wave just made a bold quantum move that could unlock massive upside. Here's what investors need to know before the next breakout.
4 FIRE Flavors That Could Send You Speeding Toward an Early Retirement
If traditional FIRE isn't right for you, there could be something else that is.
Minnesota economic blackout: List of stores closed today, schedule of events, where to donate as anti-ICE protest kicks off
Minnesota continues to be the beating heart of nationwide anti-ICE movements with The Day of Truth and Freedom. Today, January 23, hundreds of businesses across the state are closing their doors in protest after community groups, faith-based organizations, and unions came together to call for an “...
Eye opener: Preparations for massive winter storm impacting half of U.S.
Last-minute preparations are underway before a massive winter storm threatens half of the U.S. with snow, ice and bitter cold. Plus, there's new outrage after ICE detains a 5-year-old boy and his father in Minneapolis. All that and all that matters in today's Eye Opener.
ESPN projects Pirates to sign $42 million home-run hitter to chase NL Central title
This would be an exciting outcome for Pirates fans.
Hong Kong urged to boost support for at-risk elders across all social classes
Hong Kong authorities should step up support for elderly at risk of suicide across all social classes, analysts have said, after a 73-year-old woman was arrested on Thursday on suspicion of murdering her husband in a hotel before taking sleeping pills and losing consciousness. They added that offici...
Eddie Howe provides Bruno Guimaraes injury update ahead of Newcastle’s clash with Aston Villa
Guimaraes limped off with an ankle problem during Newcastle’s win over PSV in midweek
Emily Ratajkowski flaunts her famously chiseled, taut torso in skimpy lingerie for steamy 'Maxim' pics
‘Maxim’ magazine takes to social media to show off steamy pics of Emily Ratajkowski flaunting her famously chiseled, taut torso in barely-there lingerie.
Man United icon Paul Scholes refuses to back down as row with Lisandro Martinez rumbles on
Paul Scholes insisted he would not be apologising for criticising Man United defender Lisandro Martinez
Grab a SteelSeries wired gaming headset for less than $20 in this Woot sale — Arctis Nova 1 was $60 when it launched and is a fantastic budget option
The SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 delivers solid audio, comfort, and broad platform support, and it’s now available at its lowest price ever on Woot
Patriots' Kayshon Boutte Has Blunt Response to Sean Payton's Broncos Claim
Patriots wide receiver Kayshon Boutte sent a blunt response to Broncos head coach Sean Payton after his bold claim.
Professor Reports That OpenAI Deleted His Work, World Laughs in His Face
"Amazing sob story: 'ChatGPT deleted all the work I hadn't done.'"
Beagle Not Allowed in Bedroom Due to Allergies—Hysterics Over Rule Break
"Sounds like you need a new husband,” joked one user on the viral TikTok video.
Steph Curry wore Kai 3 'Chinese New Year' sneakers
In an incredible display of "real recognizing real," Stephen Curry debuted the unreleased ANTA KAI 3 "Chinese New Year" after personally clearing it with Kyrie Irving. The gesture, paired with a stylish tunnel walk in Hélà Style "Roots," highlights a legendary mutual respect even as Steph carries ...
Only a "relatively small" team from Pokémon developer Game Freak is actually working on Beast of Reincarnation
Pokémon developer Game Freak is working with multiple partner companies on its upcoming release, Beast of Reincarnation. Read more
Fable Switch 2 Port “Under Consideration” at Xbox, Insider Claims
An insider claims that a Fable Switch 2 port could be happening following its reveal at the Xbox Developer Direct. However, it might be coming to the Nintendo portable console a lot later than some may have expected. Here is also when the Fable release date could happen on PS5. Fable Switch 2 Port M...
Contractor indicted in leak case tied to search of Washington Post reporter’s home
A government contractor who allegedly leaked classified information in a case linked to the search of a Washington Post journalist’s home was indicted by a grand jury on Thursday. Aurelio Luis Perez-Lugones is charged with five counts of unlawfully transmitting and one count of unlawfully retain...
Owner Tears House Apart Looking for Cat, Hysterics Over Where She Is Found
The TikTok user joked that Eleanor could definitely hear them searching for her but "completely ignored" them for 90 minutes.
Major UK trial finds popular ADHD device shows no benefit
Brain stimulation devices have increasingly been promoted as a drug-free option for ADHD
South Sudan army chief gives soldiers seven days to crush rebellion
Reinforcements are sent to the town of Bor, a strategic staging post on the way to the capital, Juba.
New York Map Shows Areas Facing Arctic Blast Ahead of Major Storm
The storm will bring heavy snow and “crippling” ice impacts to more than 170 million people across the country.
Tesla Full Self Driving subscription to rise alongside its capabilities
One-time FSD purchase no longer available as Elon Musk talks up future where drivers can be asleep at the wheel Having confirmed Tesla will start charging $99 a month for supervised Full Self-Driving (FSD), CEO Elon Musk has told the faithful that the cost will rise "as FSD's capabilities improve."�...
How Craig Federighi, who changed iOS and macOS for good, is behind Apple-Google’s AI partnership
Apple is set to overcome its AI challenges through a landmark partnership with Google, a significant strategic shift away from its 'in-house only' approach. Spearheaded by Craig Federighi, the company is integrating Google's Gemini models with its own on-device AI for enhanced features, including a ...
When Are February 2026 SNAP Payments Coming?
The date recipients get their monthly Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits depends on the state they live in.
Winter storm already disrupting U.S. travel as airlines cancel flights
Delta said it is canceling flights at some airports in Texas, Oklahoma and other states because of the massive winter storm expected to blast much of the U.S.
Pirates trade pitch gets $20 million slugger to bolster lineup from NL rival
Pittsburgh has already done some good work this offseason.
Author Tash Aw explores desire, duty and family dynamics in 'The South'
Award-winning Malaysian author Tash Aw kicks off a sprawling family saga with coming-of-age novel "The South". He tells us about returning to the Malaysia of the 1990s and reflects on a society within which homophobic laws existed, but small queer communities were relatively visible. We also talk a...
Could Clintons Face Prison Over Contempt of Congress? What We Know
The couple did not appear for subpoenaed depositions in a probe into the Justice Department’s handling of Epstein-related records.
Onions and chips keep washing up on England’s south coast. Here’s why
In the new year, 24 shipping containers fell from two vessels during Storm Goretti
UBS Reverses Bearish Siemens Energy Call After 165% Rally
Almost exactly a year after slapping a sell rating on Siemens Energy AG, UBS Group AG has turned positive on one of Europe’s best-performing largecaps.
LeBron James gives noncommittal response to Lakers future after loss to Clippers
Could this be the beginning of the end of James' time with the Lakers?
George Furbank and Greg Fisilau named in England’s Six Nations squad
Furbank had been England’s first-choice full-back until suffering a broken arm in December 2024, while Fisilau is one of three uncapped players.
Jessie Ware Makes a Secret Garden in New “I Could Get Used to This” Video
Her first solo release since 2023
After Trump climbdown on Greenland, Europe says standing up pays off
President Trump’s ultimatum — give up Greenland or face punitive tariffs — elicited a level of unity that largely had eluded the leaders of the 27-nation E.U. bloc.
Mapped: All the local elections that have been postponed – check to see if you can still vote
Dozens of the 136 council elections due to be held this year will now be delayed until 2027
Braves could reunite with 64M World Series champion, Gold Glove winner in potential nightmare move
The Braves could do something that may be really good or really bad.
Anna Wintour and Liz Hurley among mourners at Valentino's funeral
Fashion and film stars gathered in Rome on Friday for the funeral of the fashion designer Valentino Garavani.
Ford’s first 2026 recall warns of a risk you might not expect
Leaking coolant could make the block heater in some Ford models catch fire.
What Fernando Mendoza declaring for NFL draft means for Raiders' head coach search
The Las Vegas Raiders are in the midst of their head coach search still. Here's what Fernando Mendoza declaring for the 2026 NFL draft means for that.
TurboTax Deluxe is on sale for only $45 ahead of tax season
With the spring approaching, it's time to start thinking about how you'll file your taxes. Unfortunately, with the recent demise of Direct File, there isn't a free, government-provided alternative to TurboTax in 2026, and you'll need to look to other federal programs, including IRS Free File, to fil...
A brain glitch may explain why some people hear voices
New research suggests that auditory hallucinations in schizophrenia may come from a brain glitch that confuses inner thoughts for external voices. Normally, the brain predicts the sound of its own inner speech and tones down its response. But in people hearing voices, brain activity ramps up instead...
Get the Dangbei N2 Mini Projector for just Below 200 Bucks with this Limited-time Deal!
The N2 Mini comes with essential features such as built-in streaming apps, wireless connectivity, as well as support for major content providers all in a delightfully-portable package. The post Get the Dangbei N2 Mini Projector for just Below 200 Bucks with this Limited-time Deal! appeared first on ...
Ethanol Push Sees Big Delay After E15 Setback, Trade Group Says
Efforts to expand the market for corn-based ethanol likely will be significantly delayed after an attempt to attach a key provision to must-pass legislation failed, according to a major trade group.
How to Unlock Gear Templates in Arknights Endfield
The Gear your Endfield Operator's wear will determine much of their power, and to get the best ones, you'll need to unlock their Templates first.
5 Books You Need to Read When Your Heart Is a Little Broken
When you’re going through a gut-wrenching breakup, it can feel impossible to find the energy for anything productive. In fact, during a particularly awful breakup in my 20s, I struggled to even keep food down for the first month. It seemed that the only thing that brought me any comfort or hope wa...
Mets predicted to trade for 22-year old switch-pitcher from Mariners for slugger
This would be an exciting deal for New York.