Goth-folk artist Chelsea Wolfe has announced a new album called "The Dark," due out next month. The record includes previously released singles "Death Is Not The End" and "The Dark," alongside a newly shared track called "Cold." Wolfe recently appeared as the face of a paranormal-themed perfume called Ghosts.
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Agata Krasner, whose daughter Zosia was diagnosed with leukemia at age four, says well-meaning advice like "you have to be strong" drove her mad and made her avoid those offering it. What she found most valuable was simply having someone present — no scripts, no universal tips. Her account highlights how damaging generic encouragement can be for parents of seriously ill children.
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France has passed a law banning children under 15 from using social media platforms. From January, all platforms operating in France will be required to verify the age of every user. The move makes France one of the strictest countries in Europe when it comes to regulating minors' access to social media.
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After months of Russian territorial gains, the frontline situation in Ukraine has begun to shift. Moscow continues to press in the Donbas, but in the south-east Ukrainian forces are gradually reclaiming lost ground. Analysts are debating whether this marks the start of a turning point or a temporary stabilisation.
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Japan recorded its first official kokushobi — "cruelly hot day" — since the designation for temperatures above 40°C was introduced by the Japan Meteorological Agency in April. On Tuesday, Gujo and Tajimi in Gifu prefecture and Toyota in Aichi prefecture all hit 40°C; Gujo's 40°C and Toyota's 40.1°C were all-time highs for their weather stations. Authorities advised workers to wear shorts to the office to cope with the extreme heat.
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Italy head coach Ferdinando De Giorgi has named a 14-man squad for the Volleyball Nations League Finals that does not include Kamil Rychlicki, the top scorer of the last PlusLiga season and son of two Polish volleyball players. The Italian federation also provided an update on another star player who remains unavailable due to injury. The Nations League matches will be broadcast on Polsat Sport.
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The MINI Cooper SE Paul Smith Edition is a special electric version of the Cooper SE created in collaboration with British fashion designer Paul Smith. It features a unique exterior and interior design and greets the driver with a "Hello" message on the display. The reviewer calls it one of the rare special editions that genuinely impresses.
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Physicist and Wolfram Alpha creator Stephen Wolfram argues that the universe's complexity emerges from simple computational rules, much like biological complexity arises from evolution. He proposes that nature is neither random nor engineered, but governed by a principle he calls "computational irreducibility." The same rule that shapes living tissue and organisms is, he claims, a fundamental property of computation itself.
Joe Abercrombie's First Law trilogy is highlighted as an underrated fantasy masterpiece capable of hooking readers within just 10 pages. While the genre boasts celebrated titles like The Lord of the Rings and the Stormlight Archive, Abercrombie's series has been largely overlooked. It combines a dark tone, vivid characters and surprising plot twists.
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Energy analysts warn that a free and open Strait of Hormuz may not be restored until late 2027. A closure of the critical waterway could push crude oil prices as high as $200 per barrel and US gasoline to $7.00 per gallon. The strait is a vital chokepoint for global oil supplies.
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Hunter brand wellington boots available at CCC, reaching mid-calf, have become a fashion hit in summer 2026. Made from natural rubber, they pair well with leggings, jeans and dresses without shortening the leg or causing discomfort. The black colourway makes them easy to style from spring through late autumn.
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Balance Coin collapsed by 99% after blockchain security firms linked the crash to a suspected exploit targeting 42DAO, the decentralized autonomous organization governing the Balance Protocol ecosystem. The attack is estimated to have caused around $915,000 in losses. The incident once again highlights the vulnerability of DeFi protocols to malicious exploits.
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Japanese eight-episode sci-fi thriller Human Vapor debuted in Netflix's Global Top 10 Non-English TV chart with 24.3 million hours viewed shortly after its release. The show underlines growing subscriber appetite for ambitious international genre content. It is the latest reminder that some of Netflix's most compelling originals are produced outside Hollywood.
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Nearly three-quarters of Polish consumers give in to promotions and buy unplanned items, according to market data. Despite slowing inflation, the number of promotional offers in retail chains continues to rise, with discounters recording the biggest jump. Retailers are deliberately exploiting this behaviour to drive sales.
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so 2027 huh, guess they're not rushing
on: LGBTQ Indie Dramedy 'Actual Nobodies' Set for Early 2027 Release
Join the discussionThe developers of 2025 indie release Ball x Pit have announced their final free update, titled The Naturalist Update, arriving soon and promising "even more balls". While this marks the end of free content, paid updates and DLC have not been ruled out.
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Red currants, rich in vitamin C and antioxidants, are a somewhat forgotten fruit today despite once being a staple of Polish grandmothers' pantries. Making the juice involves blending the berries, straining the liquid and sweetening to taste — a refreshing summer drink ready in minutes. The article shares a simple homemade recipe for the nostalgic beverage.
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During World War II, British intelligence converted a country mansion into a sophisticated listening post for high-ranking Nazi prisoners of war. German generals relaxed and talked freely upstairs, unaware that Jewish refugees working as spies and translators were recording them from the basement. The house is now open to visitors as a historical site.
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A draft speech prepared for President Richard Nixon in the event that the Apollo 11 astronauts failed to return from the Moon remains stored in the US National Archives. The document was written as a contingency in case Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin were stranded or killed on the lunar surface in July 1969. It serves as a haunting reminder of the enormous risk taken during the historic mission.
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Psychology professor Piotr Oleś explains that how people rest is determined by personality type. Extroverts gain energy from loud, social events like rock concerts, while introverts recharge through quiet, low-stimulation activities such as classical music. The difference is rooted in how the brain processes external stimuli, meaning the ideal rest for one type can be exhausting for the other.
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US Central Command confirmed that the United States carried out a series of strikes against Iran, targeting facilities linked to the Iranian military. President Donald Trump had previously signalled possible strikes on sites where Tehran stores uranium. It was the first time air-raid sirens sounded in the Iranian capital since the current escalation began.
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Rumours are swirling on AI Twitter about a potential acquisition of Physical Intelligence by Anthropic. The speculation emerged against the backdrop of aggressive acquisition sprees by both Anthropic and OpenAI throughout 2026. Neither company has confirmed any deal.
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US President Donald Trump has announced 200% tariffs on generic drugs imported into the United States. A zero-tariff grace period remains in place until 1 August 2027, giving manufacturers time to adjust.
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