Taylor Swift posted an Instagram slideshow of behind-the-scenes photos from the 'Opalite' music video, which premiered Feb. 7 and became the most-streamed music video in a single day on Spotify.
Bella Ramsey stars in Sunny Dancer, a coming-of-age film about a summer camp for teenagers with cancer directed by George Jaques; the review describes it as big-hearted and well acted while noting its upbeat tone can feel overly euphoric.
UNHCR says about 5.4 million people have returned to Afghanistan since October 2023, mostly from Pakistan and Iran, and the rapid influx has placed severe strain on the country's resources and services.
The government will respond to Jesy Nelson's petition to add spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) to the newborn heel‑prick test; the petition has gathered more than 35,000 signatures.
At the Munich Security Conference German Chancellor Friedrich Merz urged a “new transatlantic partnership” as leaders met amid strained ties with the United States and with the war in Ukraine high on the agenda.
The administration plans to rescind the 2009 endangerment finding that underpins federal rules on CO2 and other greenhouse gases, and several environmental groups have announced they will challenge the repeal in court.
Matt Shumer's essay argues AI development has accelerated, citing models such as OpenAI's GPT-5.3 Codex and Anthropic's Opus 4.6 and noting instances of AI helping to build itself. The article says some jobs and industries will face disruption and resource strains, but it argues society is not necessarily doomed.
The article notes early-2026 industry layoffs and slowdown affecting VR, and describes hands-on testing of the Arcade2TV-XR, an arcade-style accessory that works with a Quest 3 and with flat displays.
Cambridge will pilot a government-backed early voting scheme before the May 7, 2026 local elections, with in-person voting available April 30–May 2 at three city hubs; officials say approved digital checks will prevent duplicate votes.
The Heaton Group is investing £3m to convert part of the Grade II listed Eckersley Mill at Cotton Works into Factory Floor, a day-to-night venue with games, food and late-night entertainment. The redevelopment will retain industrial features and accommodate about 350 guests.
