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Has Modern Technology Killed Evolution?

To many people, the term theory sounds like the start of research – and in many cases it is. However, there are a lot of theories that we accept to be true because no one has been able to disprove them. This includes the theory of relativity and natural selection. Modern advancements allow us to live in extreme environments and survive conditions that would’ve once been fatal. Do these technological leaps mean our species has finally bypassed the ancient laws […]

January 25, 2026

Music

The Beatles lose UK album chart record to Robbie Williams

Archival photo of The Beatles (ABC)The Beatles have lost one of their long-standing U.K chart records.The legendary band’s record as the artist with the most U.K. #1 albums, has just been snatched by pop star Robbie Williams, whose recent album Britpop has topped the U.K. Official Chart this week, making it his 16th U.K. #1.The two artists have been tied for the record since Williams’ Better Man soundtrack went to #1 last January.According to Billboard, The Beatles had held the record for the most […]

January 23, 2026

Entertainment

Delroy Lindo opens up after receiving 1st Oscar nomination at 73

Academy Award nominee Delroy Lindo on 'Good Morning America' on Jan. 23, 2026. (ABC News)Acclaimed actor Delroy Lindo is opening up about receiving his first Oscar nomination at the age of 73."It feels terrific," Lindo said on Good Morning America Friday. "I'm still processing, if I'm really honest, but it's wonderful. And part of my response has to do with how positive everybody else's response has been. A lot of support, a lot of love. It feels really good."The Academy of Motion Picture Arts […]

January 23, 2026

Entertainment

DC Studios shares first look at Jason Momoa as Lobo in ‘Supergirl’

Milly Alcock stars in 'Supergirl.' (Warner Bros. Pictures)Our first look at Jason Momoa in character as the antihero Lobo has arrived.DC Studios co-head James Gunn posted a new video teaser showing off Momoa's take on Lobo, whom he portrays in the upcoming film Supergirl, to Instagram on Friday.The video finds Momoa on set of the new movie, which stars Milly Alcock as the titular Supergirl/Kara Zor-El. Momoa exits his trailer with a cigar in his mouth, where he is then asked […]

January 23, 2026

Music

Rush releases live ‘Kid Gloves’ performance from ‘Grace Under Pressure’ reissue

Rush's 'Grace Under Pressure'/(UMe/Mercury and Anthem Records)Rush is giving fans a preview of the upcoming reissue of their 1984 album, Grace Under Pressure. The Canadian rockers just released a performance of “Kid Gloves” from their Sept. 21, 1984, concert at Toronto’s Maple Leaf Gardens.The full concert is part of the super deluxe edition of Grace Under Pressure, due out March 13. Portions of that show previously appeared on the band’s 1986 Grace Under Pressure Tour home video and CD. The new release will feature the concert, now […]

January 23, 2026

Entertainment

Weekend Watchlist: What’s new in theaters, on streaming

Ready, set, binge! Here's a look at some of the new movies and TV shows coming to theaters and streaming services this weekend:FX, HuluThe Beauty: Ashton Kutcher stars in the new series from creator Ryan Murphy. Prime VideoSteal: Sophie Turner stars in the new series about an investment company that gets upended by a heist.HBOMel Brooks: The 99 Year Old Man!: Watch the two-part docuseries on the comedy legend. NetflixFinding Her Edge: This new show follows professional ice dancers, and the thin […]

January 23, 2026

Music

Soundtrack to ‘Pretty in Pink’ being reissued for movie’s 40th anniversary

Cover of 'Pretty in Pink' soundtrack (UME)The iconic soundtrack to the '80s movie Pretty in Pink is set to be reissued in celebration of the movie’s 40th anniversary.The soundtrack, which features songs from INXS, Orchestral Maneuvers in the Dark (OMD), New Order, The Smiths, The Psychedelic Furs and more, will be reissued as a limited-edition "Pretty in Baby Pink" vinyl. It will include two songs not previously available on the original soundtrack: Otis Redding’s “Try a Little Tenderness” and Talk […]

January 23, 2026

Entertainment

Kermit, Miss Piggy and Sabrina Carpenter star in ‘The Muppet Show’ official trailer

'The Muppet Show' stars Sabrina Carpenter and the original Muppet cast. (Disney/Mitch Haaseth)Muppet fans, rejoice.Disney+ has released the official trailer for The Muppet Show special event that's coming to the streaming service and ABC on Feb. 4.Along with the new trailer, the highly anticipated special has added Maya Rudolph as a guest star. Rudolph joins the cast that also includes special guest star Sabrina Carpenter, and the show's executive producer and guest star Seth Rogen.Fans can expect the special to feature […]

January 23, 2026

Music

Supertramp celebrates 50th anniversary with vinyl reissues

Covers of Supertramp's 'Even in the Quietest Moments...', 'Breakfast In America' and '...Famous Last Words...' (Universal Music)Supertramp is celebrating their 50th anniversary by reissuing some of their classic albums.The latest releases include 1977’s Even in the Quietest Moments…, their 1979 megahit Breakfast in America and 1982’s …Famous Last Words….All three albums have been remastered at half-speed at Abbey Road Studios and will be released on vinyl on March 20. They are available for preorder now.Even in the Quietest Moments…, Supertramp’s fifth studio […]

January 23, 2026