The ‘cicadalypse’ is about to hit Chicago for the first time since 1803

A trillion cicadas are about to emerge. They’re a little early thanks to climate change.

This story was originally published by WBEZ and Grist and is reprinted here with permission.

What is ‘cloud brightening’—and why did California just stop scientists from studying it?

The approach is controversial—but experts say the research shouldn’t be.

When it comes to curbing the climate crisis, reducing our emissions won’t be enough on its own. Experts say we’ll likely need to take additional steps, like carbon removal or reflecting sunlight back into space.

The Onion’s new CEO on his plan to bring back ‘the good internet’

Ben Collins, a former political disinformation reporter at NBC News, is working to make satire great again.

As a political disinformation reporter at NBC News, Ben Collins spent the past six years investigating extremism and online conspiracies. He probed the darkest abysses of the internet to uncover QAnon theories, militia plots, and sometimes a disturbing manifesto posted “on the worst website you’ve ever seen in your life.” It was, he says, “gruesome.”

Answer these 5 questions to tell if you’re becoming a people-pleasing leader

Managers new to leading their peers can re-create healthier power dynamics than what they experienced earlier.

When I managed an entire team of young employees as a first-time leader, I had no idea my desire to be liked, my need for affirmation, and my discomfort with conflict were directly impacting company culture. It wasn’t until after the firm was acquired that I began to connect my people-pleasing tendencies and my efficacy as a leader.  

8 little-known book cover designs that should be classics

A new book by designer Jesse Reed gives unsung book covers their due.

In the age of fickle online trends, font horoscopes, and tiny mics, what room is there to engage with the humble mass-market paperback of yesteryear? 

A new book, Second Hand, dusts off should-be-classic book covers that have largely been forgotten, and pulls out new design lessons from old tricks. Jesse Reed, the book’s author and cofounder of the design studio Order, compiled images of hundreds of secondhand modernist...

"No One Else In The World Does It": People Are Sharing The Telltale Signs That Someone Is American, And Some Of These Are Painfully Accurate

"To quote a Latvian woman I met on my trip: 'You hear Americans coming like the thunder.'

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Putin’s China Visit Highlights Military Ties That Worry the West

The Russian leader visited an institute in Harbin known for defense research. President Xi Jinping saw him off with a rare and seemingly deliberate embrace for the cameras.

Sevastopol Power Plant Struck by Ukrainian Military Strikes, Authorities Say

The strikes targeted southwestern Russia and the Russian-occupied peninsula of Crimea, hitting oil facilities and a substation, leading to rolling blackouts.

Choose Some 1970s Movies At Random And I'll Guess Your Birth Month With 99.999% Accuracy

I can sense you're a summer baby!

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I Made A “Bridgerton” Ball Gown Generator, And The Results Are Shockingly Good, TBH — You Can Design Your Own Too

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Twitter is officially X.com now

The Verge

The social network formerly known as Twitter has officially adopted X.com for all its core systems. That means typing twitter.com in your browser will now redirect to Elon Musk’s favored domain, or should. At the time of publication, we’re seeing a mix of results depending upon browser choice and whether you’re logged in or not.

A message also now appears at the bottom of the X login page that reads, “We are letting you know that we are changing our URL, but your...

Are You A Latte, Cappuccino, Espresso, Or Caramel Macchiato?

"Say you can't sleep, baby, I know, that's that me, espresso!" ??

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Caitlin Clark is trying to give herself grace during a rocky first week in the WNBA

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Caitlin Clark struggled as the Fever were blown out in her home opener, the story of her young pro career so far.

INDIANAPOLIS — The moment was set for Caitlin Clark on Thursday. 17,274 fans packed a sold-out Gainbridge Fieldhouse — the Fever’s third-largest crowd for a regular season game — and were ready for the debut of their newest No. 1 overall pick.

The fans had been around the arena for hours, partying outside in anticipation....

Former Bridesmaids And Groomsmen Are Sharing Why They Skipped Out On Someone's Wedding, And I Don't Blame Them At All

"Needless to say, that friendship was over."

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39 Products With Such High Ratings It’s Almost Obnoxious

People don't just like The Pink Stuff, they " like like" it.

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“$30 For A Pack Of Two Batteries”: Canadians Are Sharing Prices And Photos Of Overpriced Grocery Items And I’m Genuinely Disgusted

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Clark held to rare single digits in Fever home loss

Caitlin Clark scored 9 points in the Fever's 102-66 loss at home to the Liberty. It was the first time Clark was held to single digits in scoring since January 2021.

Time To Prove You're An ITZY Fan With This Music Video Trivia

Let's see if you're a real MIDZY!

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Wolves hammer Nuggets by 45 to force Game 7

The Wolves ran away with the largest playoff win ever against a defending champ, routing the Nuggets by 45 to force Game 7.

"The Oldest Material On Earth Is Actually Older Than Earth Itself": 17 Random Facts That Are Honestly Fascinating

TIL that up until 1960, people went to the movies in a completely different and confusing way.

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