From The Simpsons to 2001: A Space Odyssey, Eclipses Play an Important Role in Pop Culture
The moon will pass in front of the sun on April 8 to create a total solar eclipse, the first since 2017 to hit the lower 48 U.S. states. While…
Why Beyoncé Fans Are Asking Her to Hold Off on Announcing a Cowboy Carter Tour
Rumors that Beyoncé will announce a tour to support her eighth studio album, Cowboy Carter, have been swirling online since the project came out last week. And though the singer…
Why an Energy Company Is Building the World’s Biggest Plane
When it takes to the skies, the Radia WindRunner will be the world’s largest cargo plane. The entrepreneurs behind Radia created it for one reason: to facilitate the shipping of…
Biden Issues Ultimatum to Netanyahu After World Central Kitchen Strikes
President Biden told Israel on Thursday he needs to see immediate changes to protect civilian lives in Gaza or he’ll reduce U.S. support. In a tense, 30-minute phone call, Biden…
Powerball Jackpot Reaches $1.23 Billion as Long Odds Mean Lots of Losing—Just as Designed
Powerball will match a record for lottery drawings Saturday night with a stretch of more than three months without a jackpot winner. It’s that string of futility that has enabled…