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Aid reaches hundreds of thousands in Gaza amid severe food insecurity

As hunger deepens across Gaza, humanitarian agencies continue to deliver food and other essential supplies to families in need.

How much air conditioning usage actually prevents heat deaths?

How protective is air conditioning in preventing deaths amid soaring temperatures and record heat levels?

Keeping cool saves thousands of lives yearly, but at a cost of worsening global warming, experts say

Cooling from air conditioning saves lives—more than 5,000 a year in the United States alone—but it also heats up the planet and taxes our electrical grid, scientists say.

New method tests magnet-powered braking for safer, more reusable spacecraft reentry

Researchers from Tokyo Metropolitan University have created a new system to test magnetohydrodynamic aerobraking for spacecraft reentering the atmosphere.

Yayoi Kusama Created Fantastical 'Infinity Mirror Rooms' That Became the Art World's Most Famous Backdrops. Her Work Spanned Counterculture to the Cosmos

The Japanese artist, who died on August 14 at 97, sought solace from hallucinations in her art, developing a visual language of polka dots, pumpkins and mirrors that entranced the world

Why Woolworths and Coles are now selling thousands more ‘own brand’ products

Recent reports show Woolworths and Coles are managing to hold smaller competitors at bay – in part by adopting a strategy from their rival, Aldi.

Japanese Artist Yayoi Kusama Dies at 97

Yayoi Kusama, one of the most defining voices in contemporary art, has passed away at 97. According to an official statement from her studio released on Thursday, she died at a hospital in Tokyo on August 14.Known for her polka dots, pumpkins, mirrored rooms, and bright red bob,

Spain’s tomato food fight leaves thousands covered in pulp

Thousands of people pelt each other with tomatoes as Spain’s famous ‘La Tomatina’ festival gets underway.

Israel’s Ben-Gvir storms Al-Aqsa mosque in occupied East Jerusalem

Far-right minister entered Islam’s third-holiest site alongside settlers under protection of Israeli occupation forces.

‘Nothing is usable’: Nepal residents return to flood-ravaged homes

Residents in Nepal are returning to flood-ravaged homes, sifting through mud and debris to salvage whatever they can.

Drone Metal Orthodox Priest Guitarist Responds to Fascism, Homophobia Accusations

Father Dionysios Tabakis had recently come under fire for religious blog posts that employed homophobic language, as well as ties to a Greek neo-Nazi organization

Thousands of little penguins will be vaccinated against bird flu down under

“These penguins are part of what makes our community so special. We are lucky to share our home with them, and we’re going to do our best to protect them.”

Photos: Nearly 1,000 dead, thousands missing in Nepal–China border floods

Over 4,000 people remain missing after deadly floods swept through Nepal and Tibet, leaving families in despair.

A mom's website shows who profits from ICE. Why Feds call it a 'threat' - USA Today

A mom's website shows who profits from ICE. Why Feds call it a 'threat' USA Today

‘I’m leaving money on the table’: I’m 64 and my husband is 70. Should I take spousal benefits or wait for my own?

“I paid a significant amount into Social Security.”

3 super simple hacks that can save you thousands effortlessly — but you need to do them before September ends

Nepal flood: Death toll crosses 900, thousands still missing

Rescue teams are racing to reach stranded people, even as nearly 4,800 remain missing. Meanwhile, mass burials have sparked controversy in Nepal.

Nepal: Thousands still missing as death toll rises

Nepalese authorities announced on Sunday that the provisional death toll from the devastating floods had risen to more than 730, with nearly 2,500 people still missing.

Nepal: Hopes fade for thousands still missing

Four days have passed since catastrophic floods killed more than 750 people.

Coastal farms in Bundaberg approved for thousands of new homes

Thousands face days without power as San Antonio clears storm damage, residents seek relief - Texas Public Radio | TPR

Thousands face days without power as San Antonio clears storm damage, residents seek relief Texas Public Radio | TPR City, CPS Energy Share Joint Storm Recovery Efforts City of San Antonio (.gov) 'We are trying to survive.' | More than 50,000 San Antonio residents still without p

Yayoi Kusama dies aged 97

Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama, known for her colourful polka dot artworks, has passed away in Tokyo from multiple organ failure at the age of 97.

UNRWA’s first and last vocational college in East Jerusalem is under attack

Israel threatens the Qalandiya Training Centre, one of Jerusalem's oldest still-operational educational institutions.

SpaceX To Build Second Spaceport In Louisiana That It Claims Could Launch Thousands Of Starship Rockets Per Year

Keep in mind that all this hinges on Starship eventually becoming a real boy!

NASA’s Roman Space Telescope is ready to hunt thousands of alien worlds

NASA’s Roman Space Telescope is now enclosed inside its Falcon Heavy fairing and nearly ready for launch. Its mission could uncover thousands of exoplanets while helping scientists investigate dark matter, dark energy, and the accelerating expansion of the universe.

Google clamps down on Android app RAM usage amid AI memory crisis — developers have until February 2027 to adapt to new memory-optimizing rules

Because of the unprecedented memory shortage , Google has introduced stricter guidelines for how Android applications manage and use device memory.

Thousands take part in March on Washington to promote voting rights

Protest draws crowds to Washington, DC amid Trump's threats of interference, voting restrictions in midterm elections.

Nepal-Tibet flood deaths pass 500, thousands still missing

The Red Cross says more than 93,000 people are affected by the deadly floods and landslides on the China-Nepal border. Rescue efforts were temporarily paused after an overflowing lake threatened to trigger more floods.

US to buy thousands of electric shock gloves for ICE agents

Rights groups and Democrats are warning that ICE agents are unfit to use the shock gloves responsibly. Since US President Trump's crackdown on immigration, several people have been killed during ICE raids across the US.

Japanese polka dot artist Yayoi Kusama dies aged 97

Her colourful creations drew large crowds and fetched some of the highest ever prices for a female artist.

Thousands still in evacuation centers one month after Kumamoto quake

The government has announced a package of measures to support recovery, including a travel discount program to revitalize tourism in the Kyushu region.

Drone Metal Priest Father Dionysios Tabakis Addresses Fascism And Homophobia Accusations Ahead Of First-Ever Live Set

In June, Father Dionysios Tabakis announced he was getting ready to play his first-ever live set at Philadelphia's Making Time fest, which goes down next month.

Show HN: We built open OpenRouter that turns usage into a better model

Hi HN, we built an open source model gateway.

Yayoi Kusama, artist of renowned polka dot paintings and installations, dies at 97

The Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama , who splashed her signature polka dots on paintings, sculptures and museum installations around the world , has died, her studio said Thursday.

Ram’s New Work Van Is A Steal, Costs Thousands Less Than Rivals

The ProMaster City costs $11,000 less than the Ford Transit and even undercuts the Pacifica by nearly $3,500

Artist Yayoi Kusama Has Died at 97

The renowned Japanese avant-gardist died on Wednesday at a hospital in Tokyo from multiple organ failure, according to her US gallery, David Zwirner. She was 97.

An 'icon' of contemporary art: A look back at the career of Yayoi Kusama

Japan's Yayoi Kusama, one of the world's most celebrated contemporary artists, has died aged 97, her company said on Thursday, triggering tributes from around the world. Eve Jackson takes a look at how the woman dubbed the "polka dot queen" became an icon of the art world.

Trailblazing artist Yayoi Kusama, ‘princess of polka dots,’ dies at 97

Kusama was known worldwide for her signature polka dots, repetitive patterns and immersive "Infinity Mirror Rooms."

Yayoi Kusama, Japanese artist who became a global superstar, dies aged 97

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Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama dies at 97

From works of "self-obliteration" to polka dotted nudes, the pioneering artist developed a unique body of work likely to be relevant for years to come.

Yayoi Kusama, who splashed polka dots across the art world, dies at 97 in Tokyo - AP News

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In pictures: The dotty world of Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama, who has died aged 97

Kusama was known for creating extraordinary immersive worlds that delighted millions of visitors.

The Humanoids at China’s Robot Games Were Faster Than Usain Bolt—but I’m More Impressed by Their Tweezer Mastery

Beijing’s endlessly delightful Robot Games featured tons of impressive stunts. But the most mind-blowing tricks challenged the humanoid’s brain, not its brawn.

Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama dies aged 97

Japan's Yayoi Kusama, one of the world's most celebrated contemporary artists, has died aged 97, her company said Thursday, sparking tributes from around the world.

Yayoi Kusama, Japan’s ‘queen of polka dots’, dies at 97

Kusama turned her hallucinations into works that ranged from polka dot paintings to 'Infinity Mirror Rooms'.

Early government projection showed thousands of Americans at risk of harmful exposure after East Palestine train derailment

An early government projection on the exposure to toxic chemicals following the 2023 East Palestine, Ohio, train derailment indicated that the incident could have put thousands of Americans at risk, according to documents obtained by a watchdog group.

Radar makes podcasts searchable — and usable by AI agents

Particle’s new podcast intelligence platform transcribes and analyzes more than 130,000 podcasts, making their conversations searchable on the web and accessible to AI agents through an API and MCP.

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Japanese avant-garde artist Yayoi Kusama dies at 97

Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama died at the age of 97 on August 14 in Tokyo, her company said Thursday. The avant-garde artist known as the “polka dot queen” had channelled her hallucinations and traumas into her work over the course of a career spanning several decades.

Meta reportedly abandoned an AI-focused restructuring plan that would have laid off thousands

The problem with Meta's AI restructuring plan is the AI wasn't good enough.

‘The only method I have found that relieved my illness is to keep creating art’: remembering Yayoi Kusama

The Japanese artist, acclaimed for infinity mirror rooms, sprawling seas of polka dots, and dancing pumpkins, has died at 97.

Japanese polka dot artist Yayoi Kusama dies aged 97

Her colourful creations drew large crowds and fetched some of the highest ever prices for a female artist.

Susan Sarandon leads tributes to Rocky Horror Picture Show co-star Tim Curry - BBC

Susan Sarandon leads tributes to Rocky Horror Picture Show co-star Tim Curry BBC Tim Curry, Star of ‘Rocky Horror Picture Show,’ Dies at 80 The New York Times Tim Curry’s ‘Home Alone 2’ Donald Trump Story Resurfaces After His Death Yahoo Tim Curry, actor known for "The Rocky Horr

Yayoi Kusama, high priestess of polka dots, has died

The Japanese artist has died at age 97. Kusama's polka dotted pumpkins, "Infinity Rooms," and other repetitive and dreamlike artworks have been shown in museums and galleries worldwide.

Hot Chips 2026: High Bandwidth Flash promises massive bandwidth and capacity, but its usability is extremely limited — new memory format strikes a balance betwe

OXMIQ Labs, a GPU IP company, revealed at Hot Chips 2026 that High Bandwidth Flash (HBF) cannot replace High Bandwidth Memory (HBM) across the vast majority of workloads. For some, HBF could emerge as a specialized memory tier for huge but relatively cold datasets. For others, HB

'Got on really well': Bogie grazier accused of triple murder rejects accusations

Yayoi Kusama, Japanese artist who turned hallucinations into art, dies at 97

Susan Sarandon leads tributes to Rocky Horror Picture Show co-star Tim Curry

Stars of stage and screen grieve the cult British actor, who has died aged 80.

UNRWA chief condemns Israeli seizure of East Jerusalem training centre

Christian Saunders tells Al Jazeera raid part of campaign to weaken agency and eliminate Palestinian rights.

Looking for Earth 2.0 in binary systems

While astronomers have found thousands of exoplanets over the last few decades, the true prize continues to elude them—they have yet to find an Earth-mass, rocky planet orbiting in the habitable zone of a sun-like star.

Historical Pollution, Not Current Industrial Emissions, Damaged the World's Largest and Oldest Collection of Ancient Rock Art, Study Suggests

Researchers say that past exposure to sulfur dioxide is likely to blame for the increased porosity of the Murujuga rock art created by the Ngarda-Ngarli people tens of thousands of years ago

What happens next with bird flu? An expert explains why monitoring matters

The lethal H5N1 strain of avian influenza is rapidly spreading along the coast of southern Australia, where it has killed thousands of wild birds and infected at least two long-nosed fur seals.

The Best Little Treats to Try Across the US

Peanut butter shoyu pie, sausage-stuffed olives, and more desserts, snacks, and drinks our restaurant scouters love.

Why did 1,000 world citizens bury their underpants?

A thousand people voluntarily buried their cotton underpants for two months—not to keep the Underpants Gnomes from stealing them, but as part of a citizen science project to map out soil health in 25 countries around the world.

Scientists tracked 4,500 animals and found a surprising human effect

Scientists tracking thousands of animals found that our physical presence can reshape where wildlife moves and lives, sometimes as strongly as roads, cities, and other human development.

1,800 Volunteers Pull a 400-Ton Japanese Castle Keep Back Toward Its Original Location After a Decade of Restoration Work

The chance to help move the castle keep drew thousands of applications from Japan and abroad. Groups of lottery winners took turns tugging on thick ropes attached to the massive structure

What we know about the Australians missing in the Nepal floods

More than 40 Australians are among several thousand people unaccounted for after catastrophic flooding on the Nepal-Tibet border How the deadly Nepal and Tibet flash flood unfolded – a visual guide Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast An 11-year-old child,

Billy Strings Adds New 2027 US Tour Dates

String's heartfelt new album, So Much for Goodbyes, is out now. Billy Strings Adds New 2027 US Tour Dates Paolo Ragusa

Traders brought Central American cacao to Georgia 1,000 years ago

A thousand years ago, feasts in what’s now northern Georgia state included cacao from Central America.

West Bengal CM flays ‘Azadi’ slogans at Jadavpur

Suvendu Adhikari visited Jadavpur for a public recital of national song Vande Mataram, which saw thousands of people joining the Chief Minister

Indonesia escalates battle against fires, putrid haze

Indonesia has intensified efforts to fight wildfires with cloud seeding and water bombing as thousands of people nationwide battle to breathe through smoke and haze, officials said Friday.

Andrew W.K. Surprise Releases New Jazz Album Temptation to Exist: Stream

There's none of Andrew W.K.'s signature hard-partying aesthetic on Temptation to Exist, which features cinematic arrangements and meditative jazz. Andrew W.K. Surprise Releases New Jazz Album Temptation to Exist: Stream Paolo Ragusa

Goose’s Colorado House Party Show Got Shut Down by Police, But Not Before One Last Song

The jam band surprised University of Colorado students with a free seven-song set before police arrived and brought the unexpected concert to an end. Goose’s Colorado House Party Show Got Shut Down by Police, But Not Before One Last Song Paolo Ragusa

Interpol Unveil New Album This Mirror Weighs a Ton: Stream

The New York band's first new album in four years was produced by Andrew Wyatt. Interpol Unveil New Album This Mirror Weighs a Ton: Stream Paolo Ragusa

Videos capture humpback whales stopping to snack as they migrate along Australia's coast

The southern humpback whale migration is in full swing. Tens of thousands of whales are now making their journey from warm Australian waters in the north to their cold feeding grounds in Antarctica.

Driving data can predict crash black spots before accidents happen

An analysis of data collected from hundreds of thousands of cars in Australia offers an insight into driving behaviour that can be used to identify sections of road where crashes may occur in the future

Harry Styles Kicks Off Massive NYC Residency with a Brand New Set and Plenty of Charm: Review + Setlist

Styles drastically altered his setlist on the first of 30 nights at The Garden, providing tour debuts of "Carolina," "Kiwi," "Satellite," and more. Harry Styles Kicks Off Massive NYC Residency with a Brand New Set and Plenty of Charm: Review + Setlist Paolo Ragusa

World humanoid robot games show runners breaking records, bursting into flames

Viral videos of the World Humanoid Robot Games show sprinting robots beating the human 100-meter record held by Usain Bolt—but also feature running robots crashing into barriers and falling down because they cannot readily stop running.

A new stamp on cyberfraud prevention

For Rupert Young ’95, SM ’95, his career in data science and cybersecurity began when his grandfather gifted him thousands of stamps: He built intricate databases to catalogue them, displaying the “precise eye” for detail and nuance that his MIT application essay said would make

In Spain's Revered Food Fight, There's Only One Rule - Newser

In Spain's Revered Food Fight, There's Only One Rule Newser The epic La Tomatina food fight drew foreigners to paint a small Spanish town red AP News Photos: Thousands join Spain’s La Tomatina festival for epic tomato battle Al Jazeera The epic La Tomatina food fight paints a sma