A Star Wars Icon Just Joined The Cast Of Disney+’s Wildly Popular Fantasy Series
Disney+'s hit book-to-TV fantasy series casts three more actors, including one famous for her Star Wars appearances in recent years.
Scientists unlock a massive new 'color palette' for biomedical research by synthesizing non-natural amino acids
Ozempic has been making headlines for its remarkable success in treating obesity and diabetes. Yet it is just one in a rapidly growing class of drugs called peptide therapeutics that sits between small molecules (like aspirin) and biologics (like antibodies). A UC Santa Barbara research team has dev...
Mets blockbuster trade idea lands $100M Gold Glove winner to pair with Juan Soto, Luis Robert Jr.
The Mets could have the best hitting outfield if they were able to pull this trade off.
Meta is shuttering Messenger’s standalone website, which is a thing that exists
Meta is shutting down the standalone Messenger website, according to a company help page. The website will disappear in April, though web users will still be able to send and receive messages within Facebook. "After messenger.com goes away, you will be automatically redirected to use facebook.com/me...
Cats could hold the key to understanding breast cancer
Scientists discovered the genetic changes that drive cancer formation in cats are similar to those seen in humans
Sarah McLachlan & Allison Russell to Perform in Tribute to Joni Mitchell at 2026 Juno Awards
All three Canadian women have won multiple Juno Awards.
PlayStation Shuts Down Major Studio In Surprise Move
Fresh off the heels of a recent State of Play showcase, PlayStation is shutting down the studio behind several major successes on the PS4 and PS5.
Ben 10 Returns With First Look at New Series
After years away, the beloved Ben 10 franchise is finally returning with a new franchise that should get fans hyped.
Mexican authorities say no formal FBI request in Guthrie case
The attorney general of the Mexican state of Sonora clarified Wednesday that his office has not received a formal request from the FBI to collaborate in the search for 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie. The office of Sonora Attorney General Gustavo Rómulo Salas Chávez wrote on the social platform X in S...
CEO of The World’s Largest Investment Firm Managing $14 Trillion Says You Haven’t Saved Enough for Retirement: ‘No One Is Close’
A new BlackRock survey found that Americans think they need $2.1 million to comfortably retire.
Transistor-like MXene membranes enhance ion separation
By applying voltage to electrically control a new "transistor" membrane, researchers at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) achieved real-time tuning of ion separations—a capability previously thought impossible. The recent work, which could make precision separation processes like water...
IRS lost 40% of IT staff, 80% of tech leaders in 'efficiency' shakeup
Article URL: https://www.theregister.com/2026/02/19/irs_job_cuts/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=47077849 Points: 11 # Comments: 0
J&J Explores $20 Billion-Plus Sale of Orthopedics Unit
Johnson & Johnson is preparing a potential sale of the orthopedics unit that it has been planning to separate, with big buyout firms already circling, according to people familiar with the matter.
California's New Bill Requires DOJ-Approved 3D Printers That Report Themselves
Article URL: https://blog.adafruit.com/2026/02/19/californias-new-bill-requires-doj-approved-3d-printers-that-report-on-themselves/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=47077844 Points: 11 # Comments: 4
Israeli settler killed Palestinian-American teen in the West Bank, local health ministry says
RAMALLAH/JERUSALEM, Feb 19 - A 19-year-old Palestinian-American citizen shot by an Israeli settler in the West Bank has died from his wounds,
Some crazy post-earnings stock swings cast a spotlight on the dangers of trading
We are seeing some of the most stupid moves during this earnings season, and the last 24 hours were among the dumbest.
US builds website that will allow Europeans to view blocked content
Freedom.gov appears to be administered by a branch of the Department of Homeland SecurityThe US has built a portal that will allow Europeans to view blocked content including alleged hate speech and terrorism, according to Reuters.The portal, “freedom.gov”, will allow worldwide users to circumve...
Stagecoach 2026 Reveals Diplo’s Honky Tonk Lineup With Marshmello, Juicy J, and Ashlee Simpson
Stagecoach Festival’s 2026 lineup arrived last September, but Diplo’s Honky Tonk lineup wasn’t revealed until this month. The three-day festival takes place from Friday to Sunday, April 24 to 26, 2026, in Indio, California, in the same desert space as Coachella. Stagecoach looks like it might ...
4 reasons why cybersecurity stocks are primed for a turnaround
Shares of most of the cybersecurity companies Jefferies covers are trading at the lowest valuations seen over the past five years.
‘Many politicians work well into their 80s’: I’m 71 and earn $300K for a Fortune 200 company. Do I work until I’m 75?
“My company is eager to retain me because of the 45 years of knowledge and experience I bring.”
2 Dividend Stocks to Double Up on Right Now
These pipeline stocks offer generous investment income, with room to grow those payouts even more.
Powell Industries Stock Soars 161% in a Year as $13 Million Buy Lifts Stake to 11% of This Portfolio
Powell Industries supplies custom electrical systems to industrial and utility clients across energy, mining, and transportation sectors.
Olympics star Eileen Gu falls as she defends freeski halfpipe crown
The Chinese superstar has already claimed two silver medals in Italy
Phoebe Dynevor to Star in Adaptation of Emily Henry Bestseller ‘Beach Read’
The feature film, from 20th Century and director Yulin Kuang, marks the second of the author’s bestselling books to get the adaptation treatment.
Project Silica breakthrough lets Microsoft store digital data in glass for 10,000 years
Microsoft has been developing Project Silica for years, transforming glass into permanent storage media capable of retaining digital data for up to 10,000 years. The company recently highlighted its latest advancements, including significant improvements in cost, performance, and storage complexity....
Jaguar F-Type Driver Survives Stuffing Car Under Back Of Stopped School Bus
The driver was cited for following too closely, which may be the understatement of the century.
Every Product Experts Recommend for Restoring Thinning Edges Fast
What can I say? I love a slicked-back bun.
Lakers get the Giannis Antetokounmpo trade news they desperately need
There might be a chance for LA here.
High-performance ECG patch eliminates cold gel and irritating adhesives
Conventional ECG patches often require cold gels and adhesives, which can cause skin irritation and leave marks. These materials can also lose effectiveness during vigorous movement, compromising signal quality. Addressing these issues, UNIST researchers have developed a novel, self-adhesive ECG pat...
Perplexity’s Retreat From Ads Signals a Bigger Strategic Shift
The AI search startup once predicted advertising would be a massive business. Now it's betting on a smaller, more valuable audience.
Alysa Liu free skate song, explained: The meaning behind 'MacArthur Park Suite' by Donna Summer
Alysa Liu will take the ice to Donna Summer's "MacArthur Park Suite" during the 2026 Winter Olympics. Here's why.
Arc Raiders full interview: 'Nobody whatsoever thought we'd have this many players'
Embark's thoughts on matchmaking, the state of PvPvE, and the future of its ambitious live-service extraction shooter.
Kodai Senga's latest spring training outing reveals positive news for Mets fans
This is hopeful news for Senga and the Mets.
5 things to know about the arrest of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor
The brother of King Charles III, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, has been arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office in connection with his close relationship with the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Belarus, issued rare invitation to Board of Peace, says it received no visas
Feb 19 - Belarus, a close ally of Russia rarely invited to international gatherings, said on Thursday it had intended to attend the inaugural meeting of U.S. President Donald Trump's Board of Peace in Washington but failed to receive the necessary visas.
Police officer who ran pizza company while on long-term sick leave sacked for gross misconduct
Sergeant Matt Skelt, a Metropolitan Police firearms officer, was sacked after 34 years with the force
Capacitive-resistive monopolar radiofrequency appears safe, effective for genitourinary syndrome of menopause
Capacitive-resistive monopolar radiofrequency significantly improved sexual function and vaginal health in women with genitourinary syndrome of menopause, according to a study published online Feb. 10 in Menopause.
It's time to throw out your old desktop - the high-performance Minisforum Venus Series UM790 Pro mini PC just got a huge $672 price cut
The Minisforum Venus Series UM790 Pro mini PC delivers fast everyday performance in a compact, space-saving design, and it’s now $672 off.
Save $650 Off the 45" LG Ultragear 5K2K OLED Gaming Monitor, Now Down to the Lowest Price Ever
World's first 5K2K OLED monitor.
‘Fight Club’ Sets Theatrical Return, Gets 4K UHD Release This Spring
David Fincher has finally finished restoring his 1999 satire The post ‘Fight Club’ Sets Theatrical Return, Gets 4K UHD Release This Spring appeared first on TheWrap.
US military buildup in Middle East intensifies but to what end?
US has enough assets in region to begin airstrikes on Iran but it is unclear what the goal of campaign would be Donald Trump said it would be clear within “10 days” whether he could reach a nuclear deal with Iran as the US military buildup in the Middle East intensifies with the impending arriva...
Reporter detained in Cameroon while investigating Trump admin’s Africa deportations
The recent flights have brought the total number of deportees in Cameroon to 17
6 in 10 People Regret Their Careers — and This Legendary Investor Spent a Decade Finding the Fix
Venture capital icon Bill Gurley on finding your dream job and avoiding a career you’ll regret.
Trump administration broadens ICE powers to detain refugees
The Trump administration has ordered immigration officials to detain refugees if they do not adjust their stays within a year of arriving in the country, prompting an outrage from advocates. The memo reverses a 2010 guidance that determined refugees should not be placed in immigration detention if...
The Left Doesn't Hate Technology, We Hate Being Exploited
Article URL: https://aftermath.site/anthropic-claude-ai-leftist-technology/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=47077731 Points: 13 # Comments: 1
Valvoline Delivers 11% Revenue Growth Last Quarter as $11 Million Stake Becomes 6% Portfolio Bet
Valvoline delivers automotive maintenance products and services through a broad quick-lube network and franchise model in North America.
Buffalo Wild Wings celebrates judge tossing boneless wing lawsuit — here’s how customers can benefit
The lawsuit accused Buffalo Wild Wings of duping customers with its ‘boneless wings’
USA vs. Canada box score: Full stats from 2026 Olympic women's hockey gold medal game
Here is the full box score from Team USA vs. Canada in Milan for the women's gold medal hockey match.
Spending watchdog tells National Science Foundation CIO to up game on tech procurement
Wants SLAs, revamped contracts for cloud ops The US Congress’ spending watchdog, the Government Accountability Office, has pressed the National Science Foundation’s CIO to improve how the agency plans, manages, and procures technology.…
Mikaela Shiffrin Goes Viral for Blunt 'Today' Remarks After Olympics Win
Olympic medalist Mikaela Shiffrin went viral after letting some blunt remarks slip during a live appearance on "Today."
How to Craft Copper Ingots in Starsand Island
You will need Copper Ingots for many crafting recipes in Starsand Island. Here's how you can craft them so you can conquer the materials you need.
Olympic men's hockey bracket gave Team USA one incredible advantage over Canada
The matchups seem to lean one direction.
NASA Releases Report on Starliner Crewed Flight Test Investigation
At a news conference on Thursday, NASA released a report of findings from the Program Investigation Team examining the Boeing CST-100 Starliner Crewed Flight Test as part of the agency’s Commercial Crew Program. “The Boeing Starliner spacecraft has faced challenges throughout its uncre...
Even Fox News hosts struggling to make sense of RFK Jr’s and Kid Rock’s workout video
‘Listen, somebody needs to tell RFK Jr. it’s okay to wear shorts. I mean, bro, don’t be upset about your legs,’ Fox News military analyst Johnny Jones said
The 14 Longest-Running Number 1 Billboard Hot 100 Singles, Ranked
Explore the definitive ranking of the 14 longest-running number 1 singles on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, from Mariah Carey's holiday classics to Lil Nas X's 'Old Town Road.'
Why Molson Coors Beverage Stock Dropped Today
Molson stock looks cheap -- but it still needs to find a way to grow again.
The Guardian view on Merz and Meloni: an emerging Berlin-Rome axis is threatening the EU’s green deal
The deregulation agenda being pushed by Germany’s chancellor and Italy’s prime minister is economically and ethically flawedWhen the European Union launched its green deal in 2019, putting into law the goal of climate neutrality by the middle of the century, it showed strategic foresight as well...
On This Day in 1995, Mötley Crüe Drummer Tommy Lee and Pamela Anderson Married in Cancun Just 4 Days After Meeting
It has officially been 31 years since Pamela Anderson and Tommy Lee said their I do’s. The Playboy icon and Mötley Crüe drummer got married in Cancun on February 19, 1995. The pair had only met for the first time just four days earlier. Notably, it was the very same year, 1995, that their couple...
Don't want to pay a premium for the Galaxy S26? I'd consider this discounted Samsung Galaxy S25 FE instead
The Galaxy S25 FE is cut by $200 at Amazon ahead of Samsung Galaxy S26 launch
3 Predictions for American Express in 2026
The stock had another fantastic year in 2025, rising 25%.
Royal Caribbean’s CEO is using AI to predict how many hamburgers you’ll eat—and to compete with Orlando, Vegas and Taylor Swift
"We're massive users of AI in a non-creepy way," Royal Caribbean CEO Jason Liberty told Fortune.
House Of The Dragon Season 3 Is Finally Showing One Of The Biggest Battles In Game Of Thrones History
The House of the Dragon season 3 trailer is here, and it looks like we will finally be getting the long-awaited, epic Battle of the Gullet.
Amazon surpasses Walmart in annual revenue for first time, as both chase AI-fueled growth
The shuffle underscores the rivalry between the two retailers, particularly as Walmart expands its advertising and third-party marketplace businesses.
2025 Oscar Acting Winners to Present at 2026 Awards Ceremony
Mikey Madison, Adrien Brody, Kieran Culkin and Zoe Saldaña are all set to present at this year's Oscars.
CTO Says 93% of Developers Use AI, but Productivity Is Still 10%
Article URL: https://shiftmag.dev/this-cto-says-93-of-developers-use-ai-but-productivity-is-still-10-8013/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=47077676 Points: 9 # Comments: 3
Olympians Hilary Knight and Brittany Bowe get engaged before gold medal hockey match
U.S. women's hockey captain Hilary Knight proposed to speedskater Brittany Bowe the day before the women's Olympic final in hockey between teams U.S.A. and Canada.
Prime Video's 8-Part New Thriller Is Equal Parts Toxic Love Story & "Fascinating" Mystery
Avan Jogia, Dove Cameron, Dorian Missick and Karla Souza talk their Prime Video thriller 56 Days, its toxic love story and "fascinating" mystery.
Every Character Recast For Toy Story 5
Toy Story 5 has recast a few major characters, bringing in new actors to voice the roles. Here's who has been recast and why each happened.
God of War Sons of Sparta Review
Sons of Sparta is a pleasant character rehabilitation of a largely unlikable guy couched in a largely boring adventure about Kratos learning the value of responsibility.
Disney Confirms Toy Story 5 Recasting For Mr. And Mrs. Potato Head After The Deaths Of Original Stars
Disney announces the new voices for Mr. and Mrs. Potato Head in Toy Story 5, following the passing of original stars Don Rickles and Estelle Harris.
Netflix's 3-Part Spy Action Series Returns To Rare Perfect Rotten Tomatoes Score
A hit Netflix spy thriller series has returned, and the streaming sensation's new season debuts to a rare perfect Rotten Tomatoes score.
PlayStation Shuts Down Demon's Souls, Shadow of the Colossus Remake Studio Bluepoint Games
PlayStation has shut down Bluepoint Games, the studio behind the remakes of both Shadow of the Colossus and Demon's Souls.
‘Shifting Gears’ Season 2 Finale Revs Up Biggest Audience Since Fall Premiere With 6.9 Million Viewers | Exclusive
"Abbott Elementary" scored its best linear performance on ABC in nearly four months The post ‘Shifting Gears’ Season 2 Finale Revs Up Biggest Audience Since Fall Premiere With 6.9 Million Viewers | Exclusive appeared first on TheWrap.
Sony is closing the studio behind the Demon’s Souls and Shadow of the Colossus remakes
Sony is shutting down Bluepoint Games, the PlayStation studio behind well-received remakes of games like Shadow of the Colossus and Demon's Souls, according to Bloomberg. The change was made "following a recent business review," a spokesperson told the publication. About 70 staffers will be cut, and...
Brendan Fraser And Andrew Scott Face Weather Worries For D-Day Launch In ‘Pressure’ Trailer
The trailer for Anthony Maras’ Pressure is here. The Working Title and Studiocanal film lands in theaters May 29 in the U.S. via Focus Features. Written by David Haig and director Maras, the film captures the tense 72 hours before D-Day, the invasion of the Normandy beaches in World War II. Known ...
Cooper Flagg Passes Victor Wembanyama with Historic $1 Million Fan Purchase
Mavs rookie phenom Cooper Flagg surpasses Spurs star Victor Wembanyama with a record-setting $1 million sale.
Police arrested a man at a meeting to discuss a proposed Oklahoma data center after exceeding his time limit by 30 seconds
Beale Infrastructure is proposing a data center in Claremore, Oklahoma, a town of about 20,000. Over a hundred locals met to discuss the plans this week.
Caesars Stock Down 45% as Fund Slashes Stake by 300,000 Shares
Caesars Entertainment runs casinos, hotels, and digital betting platforms across the U.S., serving both leisure and gaming customers.
Brazil court reinstates order to free up access to Santarem port terminal
SAO PAULO, Feb 19 - A Brazilian court reinstated late on Wednesday an order to free up access to the Santarem river port terminal where U.S. grain trader Cargill operates, according to a ruling signed by federal judge Shamyl Cipriano and seen by Reuters.