Politics

Moscow Replaces Gulag History Museum with Museum of Nazi War Crimes

The city government announced that the Gulag History Museum in Moscow, the last prominent institution dedicated to preserving the memory of Stalin’s labor camps, will be replaced by a new Museum of Memory focused on Nazi war crimes and the “genocide of the Soviet people.” The Gulag museum stopped

Culture

Anime Based on Popular Korean Manhwa

While anime is often associated with Japanese manga, it also draws on Korean manhwa and webtoons. Webtoons—digitally released comics meant for phones—have surged in popularity, and many began as web novels before branching into other media. Adaptations sometimes change details, such as transposing a story from South Korea

Culture

14 Years Later, Liam Neeson's Forgotten Fantasy Sequel Surges on Netflix

Streaming algorithms have a way of reviving long-buried films. FlixPatrol data shows Netflix recently pushed a 2012 fantasy sequel into the platform’s global top charts, alongside Ridley Scott’s Prometheus. The film in question is Wrath of the Titans, the 2012 follow-up to 2010’s Clash of the Titans.

Culture

Meet the colour of the moment: apple green

On the fashion colour wheel green has long been seen as tricky, flattering only some skin tones and prone to clashing. This year a particular apple green has been appearing on catwalks and the red carpet: Pamela Anderson arrived at the Berlin film festival in an apple-green wrap by Carolina

Sports

How to watch Wrexham vs Ipswich: live stream, TV channel and kick-off time

Wrexham host Ipswich at the Racecourse Ground on 21 Feb 2026, with kick-off at 15:00. The sides meet eight days after Wrexham's FA Cup upset of Ipswich, in a match that carries significant promotion implications. Wrexham sit 7th and are hunting a fourth consecutive promotion but have

AI

Scott Adams' AI resurrection sparks backlash and an ethics debate

An AI-generated version of Scott Adams has been circulating online, and his family says the digital replica is unauthorized and deeply distressing. Adams once spoke openly about allowing posthumous AI versions of himself, telling a 2021 podcast he had given "explicit permission" for such recreations so long as

Tech

Google Pixel 10a vs. Pixel 10: Which is right for you?

Unlike last year, Google's new affordable Pixel 10a sits closer to its predecessor than to the base flagship Pixel 10. Google pulled the 10a away from the flagship by not giving it a processor, camera, or battery upgrade, so it doesn't bridge the gap the way

Culture

Why Dawson's Creek's 'True Love' Still Resonates

The Season 3 finale of Dawson's Creek, "True Love," remains one of the show's most talked-about episodes. Best known for the "Crying Dawson" meme, the episode also helped shape television storytelling in its own way. The episode opens with the main characters

Sports

How to watch Ajax vs NEC Nijmegen: kick-off time and streaming

Ajax and NEC Nijmegen meet at the Johan Cruijff ArenA on 21 Feb 2026 with kick-off at 20:00. The sides sit level on 42 points, turning this top-four clash into a genuine six-pointer for European qualification. Ajax come into the game off a 4-1 win over Fortuna Sittard that

Culture

Fabric of memory: artists turn used clothes and thread into monumental art

"These clothes are not 'secondhand'," says Yin Xiuzhen, the Beijing-born artist who builds large-scale installations from found garments and keepsakes. "I prefer to call them 'used' or 'worn'. Clothes that have been 'worn' carry a lot of information … like

Culture

Euphoria stars Sydney Sweeney and Barbie Ferreira pay tribute to Eric Dane

The cast of Euphoria is remembering their late co-star Eric Dane following his death on Thursday. Sydney Sweeney reshared a clip from his final video message to his daughters in the Netflix series "Famous Last Words," writing atop the clip, "Forever will love you," with a

Tech

Players spent over 10 billion monthly hours in Roblox in 2025, analyst says

Analyst Matthew Ball's 2025 games industry report lays out how dominant Roblox has become. Ball found the platform attracted over 150 million daily active users in 2025—a 69% rise over 2024—and players spent over 10 billion hours in Roblox each month, more than the hours spent

Culture

What are Super Mega Raids and how to get Link Charges in Pokémon Go

Pokémon Go has introduced Super Mega Raids and a new currency, Link Charges. These raids debuted during Pokémon Go Tour: Kalos in Tainan, Taiwan and Los Angeles, and will launch worldwide on Feb. 28. Regular Mega Raids remain available; Super Mega Raids are tougher, require more people and offer better

Culture

Grey's Anatomy cast pay tribute to Eric Dane

Eric Dane, who had publicly battled ALS since April 2025, died on Feb. 19, 2026, at 53. He became one of the most visible voices in the fight against the disease, sharing updates and drawing support from fans. His death came exactly 20 years after his debut as Dr. Mark

Culture

Russell Crowe’s World War II Legal Drama Becomes Prime Video Hit

Russell Crowe’s World War II courtroom thriller Nuremberg has found a new audience on streaming, climbing into Prime Video’s Top 10 after a muted theatrical run. The film is available to rent or purchase. Crowe, long associated with Maximus in Gladiator, has shifted into more restrained, character-driven work,

Science

Magnetic Fields in the Interstellar Medium: Toward the PRIMA Era

The IR STIG PRIMA Seminar on 23 Feb 2026 examines magnetic fields in the interstellar medium. Titled "Magnetic Fields in the Interstellar Medium: Toward the PRIMA Era," the seminar considers how magnetic phenomena influence interstellar environments as the PRIMA era approaches. Speakers and attendees will focus on preparing

Sports

Richard Ledezma, Brian Gutiérrez and Armando González headline Mexico roster vs Iceland

The Mexico national team published its squad for the friendly against Iceland on Wednesday, Feb. 25 at Estadio Corregidora in Querétaro. Head coach Javier Aguirre named the roster, and players must report starting Sunday. The call-ups include Mexican-Americans Brian Gutiérrez, a former Chicago Fire player now with Chivas who decided

Crypto

Tokenized Real Estate Projects Advance in Dubai and the Maldives

Entities in Dubai and the Maldives are moving ahead with tokenized real estate projects worth millions of dollars combined. The Dubai Land Department said it will launch the second phase of a real estate tokenization pilot after about $5 million worth of property in Dubai was tokenized, enabling the resale

Culture

Channing Tatum debuts new look at ‘Josephine’ movie premiere

Channing Tatum debuted a refreshed look at the Berlin premiere of “Josephine” during the Berlinale. He wore a head-to-toe black ensemble: a pinstriped suit layered over a T-shirt and shiny leather shoes. The actor’s smooth, youthful appearance — a clean buzz cut and freshly shaven face — drew attention on the

Tech

Asha Sharma named CEO of Microsoft Gaming

Long-time Microsoft Gaming boss Phil Spencer has retired, and Xbox president Sarah Bond has resigned. Matt Booty, head of Xbox Game Studios, has been promoted to chief content officer, and Asha Sharma will take over for Spencer as the new CEO of Microsoft Gaming. Sharma arrives from Microsoft's

Tech

Microsoft insider Clippy spills details on big Xbox shakeup

Microsoft’s Xbox division has seen a rapid leadership change: Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer has retired and Sarah Bond has resigned as President of Xbox. Asha Sharma, Microsoft’s President of CoreAI, has stepped in to lead the Xbox brand as CEO. The moves have raised immediate questions about

Culture

Chernobyl Returns to the VOD Charts Years After Its Emmy Wins

Craig Mazin’s breakout TV project has resurfaced on the streaming charts: Chernobyl, the 2019 HBO miniseries, recently entered the Apple TV Store Top 10 at number six, positioned between Halt and Catch Fire and Vigil. The limited series, which consists of five episodes, first put Mazin on the map

Culture

Brooklyn Beckham Spices Up Miami Burger Bash With His Own Hot Sauce

Brooklyn Beckham appeared at the Burger Bash during the Food Network South Beach Wine & Food Festival in Miami, arriving with a hot sauce from his Cloud23 condiment line amid a family spat that has kept his name in headlines. He co-hosted the event with Rachael Ray and greeted attendees

Sports

Mason Greenwood misses penalty as Marseille lose to Brest

Mason Greenwood missed a penalty as Marseille lost 2-0 to Brest, a major blow to their Champions League hopes. The game was Habib Beye's first in charge after taking over from former manager Roberto De Zerbi amid a poor run of form in the French top flight. Ludovic

Culture

Liza Minnelli says she was forced into wheelchair at Oscars 2022

Liza Minnelli, now 79, says she was forced to sit in a wheelchair while presenting with Lady Gaga at the 2022 Academy Awards. She had planned to sit in a director’s chair, but was “inexplicably ordered — not even asked — to sit in a wheelchair or not appear at all.