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DESI has completed the largest 3D galaxy map ever built, charting millions of galaxies to study dark energy. Early findings suggest dark energy may change over time, potentially undermining the standard Lambda-CDM cosmological model. Further data releases will be required to confirm or rule out the finding.
Scientists have decoded the geological history of the Grand Canyon, reconstructing the sequence of tectonic, depositional, and erosional events that shaped its rock layers over approximately two billion years. The findings refine existing timelines around Colorado Plateau uplift and Colorado River incision, informing
D Gukesh and Javokhir Sindarov will meet in the 2026 World Chess Championship, forming the youngest-ever classical title match by combined age at just 39. The pairing signals a decisive generational shift at the top of competitive chess. Both players are expected to be central figures in elite chess for years beyond
UP STF and Mumbai Crime Branch jointly arrested Pradeep Kumar, alias Gaath, in connection with the February firing outside filmmaker Rohit Shetty's Juhu home. Police allege the attack was ordered by the Shubham Lonkar gang to extort and intimidate the film industry. Kumar is the ninth accused arrested; he has been
Los Angeles police arrested D4vd, the 21-year-old alt-pop singer legally named David Burke, on suspicion of killing a 14-year-old girl found dead in his Tesla. Burke is being held without bail, per an LAPD statement. No cause of death or victim identification has been publicly released.
Los Angeles Police Department arrested singer David Anthony Burke, known as D4vd, in connection with the murder of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. Burke, 21, is held without bail after Hernandez's dismembered remains were found in September inside the front trunk of his impounded Tesla.
Singer D4vd has been arrested in Los Angeles on a murder charge in the death of teenager Celeste Rivas Hernandez, whose remains were found in his abandoned Tesla last year. The case proceeds through the Los Angeles court system, with formal charges and bail proceedings expected next.
Pedro Almodóvar publicly questioned whether Jacob Elordi's rising profile stems from acting ability or physical appeal, criticizing two recent Elordi projects as insufficiently demanding. The remarks from the Oscar-winning Spanish filmmaker raise questions about Elordi's long-term casting positioning in prestige cinema
Associate Professor Sophia Archuleta has spent nearly two decades treating complex infections including TB, HIV, and bloodstream infections while actively countering the stigma that delays patient testing and care. Stigma-driven delays allow infections to advance to more severe and costly stages, making early
Former Virginia Lieutenant Governor Justin Fairfax shot and killed his wife Cerina Fairfax before dying himself in what police describe as a murder-suicide. Authorities believe the shooting was linked to the couple's ongoing divorce. No other victims were reported.
Punjab Kings defeated Mumbai Indians in the IPL, moving to the top of the points table with their fourth win of the season. Arshdeep Singh and Prabhsimran Singh were the key performers, while MI extended their losing run to four consecutive games.
A24 and Bandai Namco have dated their Elden Ring feature adaptation for March 3, 2028, with Alex Garland writing and directing. Shot in IMAX with Kit O'Connor, Ben Whishaw, and newly added Cailee Spaeny, the film is currently in production. The IMAX format signals a full theatrical tentpole strategy for a game
Rose Byrne and Kelli O'Hara lead the Broadway revival of Noël Coward's Fallen Angels to strong personal notices but mixed overall reviews. Critics credit the two stars with elevating a script considered one of Coward's weaker comedies. The production's commercial legs will likely depend on whether star-driven ticket
Emily Saliers of the Indigo Girls disclosed two incurable conditions affecting her vocals ahead of an upcoming tour in a video posted to Instagram. The announcement drew broad public support from fans and notable admirers. No tour cancellations were announced, though vocal limitations are expected.
The 12-year follow-up of the randomised APOSTEL 2 trial found that prenatal exposure to maintenance nifedipine tocolysis significantly reduced secondary school track placement, with only 35.4% of exposed children receiving high-track recommendations versus 44.0% in the placebo group. The dose-response pattern, with the
Scientists analyzing ice cores from Greenland's Prudhoe Dome found the formation fully melted around 7,000 years ago during a mild natural warming period. The discovery challenges assumptions about the dome's stability and signals that human-driven warming could trigger comparable or accelerated ice loss.
Steve Kerr said his future with the Golden State Warriors is uncertain after a season-ending loss to the Phoenix Suns, suggesting coaching roles have 'expiration dates.' The comments open the door to a coaching change and force the franchise into an offseason decision on both bench leadership and roster direction.
A judge has ordered Alec Baldwin to stand trial in October on civil negligence claims tied to the fatal 2021 "Rust" shooting, despite the dismissal of his criminal manslaughter case last year. Civil suits proceed under a lower burden of proof, keeping Baldwin's legal exposure active across multiple pending lawsuits.
Jamie Porter claimed four wickets as Essex seamers exploited seam-friendly conditions at Edgbaston to leave Warwickshire in difficulty. Peter Hain provided the chief resistance for the hosts before rain halted proceedings. Essex hold the advantage heading into the next phase of play.
Erling Haaland has publicly anticipated his duel with Arsenal's Gabriel Magalhães ahead of Sunday's Premier League clash at the Etihad Stadium. The fixture is positioned as a title-race decider between Manchester City and Arsenal. The outcome could materially shift the standings for both clubs.