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EU's digital sovereignty boo-boo may be the best thing to ever happen to the project
Tue, 26 May 2026 +0200
DIY or die. Just don't let the CIA buy it
SaaS outfit ClickUp promises seven-figure salaries for survivors of 22 percent staff purge
Tue, 26 May 2026 +0200
CEO jumps on the ‘We must be fit for the AI future’ bandwagon
Japanese Space Agency names arrival date for BepiColombo Mercury mission
Tue, 26 May 2026 +0200
Due on November 21, eleven months late - but on time to do science!
Pope Leo warns AI boom can give Big Tech and the people who run it too much power
Tue, 26 May 2026 +0200
Worries change may be ‘governed only by technocratic thinking and presented as necessary and inevitable’
Google is cannibalizing the web to feed AI
Mon, 25 May 2026 +0200
Google Search used to direct users to websites; AI Mode will keep them in Google's garden
Digital sovereignty, the musical: One engineer’s bizarre crusade against hyperscalers
Mon, 25 May 2026 +0200
A French engineer has declared war on AWS, Google and Microsoft using AI-generated sea shanties, satirical poetry, and a multilingual protest campaign
Under-trained techie didn't claim overtime for mistakenly failing to phone it in
Mon, 25 May 2026 +0200
After making a medical clinic's network rather ill, she 'kept working until I somewhat knew what I was doing'
OpenBSD 7.9 arrives, a diamond in the rough proud of every sharp edge
Mon, 25 May 2026 +0200
Sixtieth release adds more cores, delayed hibernation, and basic Wi-Fi 6 without losing its ascetic streak
Anthropic to release Mythos-class models to the public
Mon, 25 May 2026 +0200
AI flaw-finder still under lock and key for now while company figures out guardrails, but extends access to more users including governments
Samsung memory workers call off strike and may score six-figure bonuses
Mon, 25 May 2026 +0200
PLUS: Huawei says it’s replaced Moore’s Law; Chinese mobile plans add token allowances; Singtel slinging Optus; And more!
Linus Torvalds to‘start being more hardnosed’ about ‘pointless pull requests’ – some of which come from AIs
Mon, 25 May 2026 +0200
Warns large release candidates ‘are *not* conducive to long-term stability’
Google has seriously leaned into AI enshittification lately
Mon, 25 May 2026 +0200
Could the Chocolate Factory's mission to reshape the web backfire?
HP investigating BIOS updates that leave premium laptop users in boot loop limbo
Sun, 24 May 2026 +0200
Slowdowns, crashes, BSODs reported on pricey mobile workstations
No captain, my captain: Navantia floats crewless warship
Sun, 24 May 2026 +0200
Spanish shipbuilder's 75-meter drone vessel comes with sensors, modular payloads, and no room for sailors
AI eyes scanning for bugs create a worrisome Linux security trend
Sat, 23 May 2026 +0200
Dirty Frag, Copy Fail, and Fragesia show the new reality
UK MPs slam digital ID rollout as a 'fiasco' after botched launch
Sat, 23 May 2026 +0200
Government's 'rushed' plans damaged public confidence before ministers had even explained how the system would work
The Virtual OS Museum opens its doors
Sat, 23 May 2026 +0200
A massive compilation of historic OSes and the emulators to run them
Feds unwittingly leak pilots' pre-crash conversation
Sat, 23 May 2026 +0200
Release of spectrogram of cockpit recorder audio allows conversation recovery with 'emerging' decades-old tech
Minor edits to AI skills can make agents go rogue
Fri, 22 May 2026 +0200
Text is the new attack
A Russian speaker and jailbroken Gemini went on a hacking spree and emptied at least one MAGA victim's crypto wallets
Fri, 22 May 2026 +0200
Hey, Gemini, how much can we earn from one pump-and-dump cycle?
Zuck defends monitoring employees to win AI race in purported leaked audio
Fri, 22 May 2026 +0200
Limping Llama model needs a crutch made of surveillance tools
Megalodon chums the waters in 5.5K+ GitHub repo poisonings
Fri, 22 May 2026 +0200
Will Jason Statham save us?
Datacenter builders face an impossible quandary: Demand to the left of me, protests to the right
Fri, 22 May 2026 +0200
Wood Mackenzie analysts say bit barn operators are in a tough spot
As memory prices squeeze enterprise buyers, Lenovo laughs all the way to the bank
Fri, 22 May 2026 +0200
Switch to premium devices pays off as PC giant post record record, just don't ask about cheap laptops
Media giant settles for $930k with FTC over allegations it lied about eavesdropping on conversations through smart devices
Fri, 22 May 2026 +0200
Cox Media Group allegedly sold a bogus AI-powered snoopfest service
Microsoft lets users exile floating Copilot button after interface rage
Fri, 22 May 2026 +0200
Listening to your customers? Who are you, and what have you done with Microsoft?
AT&T sues to ditch Cali copper phone lines to save billions
Fri, 22 May 2026 +0200
Telecoms giant files suit in Golden State so it doesn't have to maintain network it claims is hardly used
Workday wants AI to punch in instead of having to hire new recruits
Fri, 22 May 2026 +0200
CEO eyes margin gains by keeping headcount flat – bold for a company selling HR software to employers
FBI warns Kali365 phishing kit is stealing Microsoft OAuth tokens at scale
Fri, 22 May 2026 +0200
MFA? No problem, says crimeware that tricks users into handing attackers the keys to M365
ZTE Day Indonesia 2026 strengthens AI innovation and digital infrastructure collaboration to accelerate Indonesia's digital transformation
Fri, 22 May 2026 +0200
The annual tech showcase highlights next-gen AI, cloud, and future-ready ICT solutions while uniting ecosystem partners to build the foundation for the nation's AI era
SpaceX scrubs Starship launch with seconds to go
Fri, 22 May 2026 +0200
Not all bad news: Crypto billionaire signs up for a mission to Mars
ZTE unveils localized roadmap for Eurasia's digital future at GSMA M360 Eurasia 2026
Fri, 22 May 2026 +0200
Driving "affordable AI" through open ecosystems, anti-fragile infrastructure, and optimized TCO to empower local industries
Outlook has an image problem
Fri, 22 May 2026 +0200
Microsoft says classic client may lose embedded pictures thanks to wrapping bug
Techie claims Trump Mobile website was leaking thousands of people's data
Fri, 22 May 2026 +0200
Customers' info potentially handed to anyone who could send an HTTP request
Irish Rail writes down€50M after train IT project goes off the rails
Fri, 22 May 2026 +0200
State-owned operator loses confidence in delayed traffic management system as politicians compare Ireland’s latest public-sector IT fiasco to 'Groundhog Day'
BOFH: Vibe-coded solutions arrive for problems nobody has
Fri, 22 May 2026 +0200
The Boss gives common sense an AI wrapper
Burnham backlash: UK Digital ID plans in peril if Manchester mayor succeeds Starmer
Fri, 22 May 2026 +0200
He'll have to beat Nigel Farage in a Brexit-backing constituency first, though
UK nuclear investors get 'high' returns for lower risk than consumers, who also foot the bill
Fri, 22 May 2026 +0200
Sizewell C could add £19 to yearly bills, spending watchdog says, but private investor may fail to keep costs down
Marketing demanded IT add website feature that was already working
Fri, 22 May 2026 +0200
Techie regrets not taking credit for getting it done with amazing speed
Cisco used AI to write security incident reports, with mixed results
Fri, 22 May 2026 +0200
You’ll need a lot of detailed prompts to get solid output - and even then it may have errors and typos
Alibaba just admitted it’s struggling to keep up with rival chipmakers and AI shops
Fri, 22 May 2026 +0200
Reveals decent new homegrown accelerator and tiny production volumes
Dems slam Trump for making cybersecurity hold out the tin cup while splurging on ballroom and Jan. 6 'slush fund'
Fri, 22 May 2026 +0200
'Budgets are moral documents,' Rep. Delia Ramirez said
Google explains how it will infuse ads into AI answers
Thu, 21 May 2026 +0200
Just like in The Truman Show
Threat hunters find Google API keys still usable 23 minutes after deletion
Thu, 21 May 2026 +0200
Plenty of time for cyber crims to grab data or hit you with a giant bill
Npm registry sets stage for more secure package publishing
Thu, 21 May 2026 +0200
All the world's a stage, and all the packages are merely players
HackerOne takes an axe to its bug bounty rewards
Thu, 21 May 2026 +0200
Critical flaw payouts slashed by more than 75%
AI is getting expensive, but relief is on the way - just not for you
Thu, 21 May 2026 +0200
New hardware promises greater efficiency, user experiences, and most importantly larger margins
Deus ex machina: Half of US Christians trust AI's spiritual advice
Thu, 21 May 2026 +0200
AI sycophancy + spirituality = uh oh
Flipper One wants to be the Linux multi-tool in your pocket
Thu, 21 May 2026 +0200
Not a Zero successor, ARM box aims for openness, but shipping remains the hard part
Web devs sleeping with the enemy: AI is doing their job and they worry it's after their desk too
Thu, 21 May 2026 +0200
Most software engineers now use AI for most of their code and fear the existential threat
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NY Times Arts/Music:
Ryan Speedo Green in‘Die Walküre’: Preview of the Met Opera
Mon, 25 May 2026 +0000
Ryan Speedo Green has been previewing his take on Wotan, ruler of the gods, with Gustavo Dudamel and the Los Angeles Philharmonic.
All Quiet at the Kennedy Center
Mon, 25 May 2026 +0000
David Jones has been the principal clarinetist of the Kennedy Center’s orchestra for five presidents. A cascade of cancellations means he hasn’t played there since February.
How Art Auctions Choreographed a $2.5 Billion Comeback
Mon, 25 May 2026 +0000
After four years of uneven sales, the auction houses engineered a successful season by redefining the expectations of buyers and sellers—and avoiding flops.
The International Dance League Wants to Be the‘NBA of Dance’
Mon, 25 May 2026 +0000
The International Dance League wants to give dancers a career path and to create stars.“Commercialization is good,” said a founder of the league.
In‘For All Mankind,’ America Wins by Losing
Mon, 25 May 2026 +0000
The current season of this space drama is set largely on Mars. The creators say this alternate world could have been possible if the nation had stayed focused on the stars.
‘Spider-Noir’ Is a Multicolor Spin on ‘Spider-Man’
Mon, 25 May 2026 +0000
The new Spider-series stars Nicolas Cage as a hard-boiled investigator and former web slinger. It comes in both black-and-white and color versions.
Broadway’s ‘The Lost Boys’ and Its Flying Vampire Spectacle
Mon, 25 May 2026 +0000
The Broadway production takes full advantage of the Palace Theater’s abundant height and depth, making the show feel like “a massive trust fall.”
‘Star City,’ and 5 More Things to Watch on TV This Week
Mon, 25 May 2026 +0000
A spinoff of“For All Mankind” airs on Apple TV, and a new Netflix series tells the incredible story of Brazil’s win at the 1970 World Cup.
How This Summer’s Movies Shift the Connection With Their Related Toys
Sun, 24 May 2026 +0000
“The Mandalorian and Grogu,” “Masters of the Universe” and “Toy Story 5” hail from franchises that are shifting the connection with related products.
Nick Kroll Keeps It Raunchy and Animated with“Mating Season”
Sun, 24 May 2026 +0000
With“Mating Season,” Nick Kroll continues to lead the pack when it comes to the booming genre of cartoons that revel in their raciness.
Alamo Drafthouse Instituted Mobile Ordering. Super Fans Are Not Pleased.
Mon, 25 May 2026 +0000
Known for its strict no-phones policy, the Alamo Drafthouse has instituted mobile ordering for its in-seat meals, upsetting some of its biggest fans.
Colbert’s Sudden Return to Late Night? It Happened on Public Access.
Sun, 24 May 2026 +0000
A day after the comedian hosted the final episode of“The Late Show With Stephen Colbert” on CBS, he hosted “Only in Monroe,” a community-access program in Monroe, Mich.
Director Cristian Mungiu’s ‘Fjord’ Wins Palme d’Or at Cannes Film Festival
Sun, 24 May 2026 +0000
The film, from the Romanian director Cristian Mungiu, explores the tension between religious conservatism and social liberalism. The award closed a festival that felt comparatively muted to many.
He’s Trolling Your Trash, and Turning It Into Art
Tue, 26 May 2026 +0000
Thomas Dambo built a global following by turning Denmark’s scrap into giant, hidden forest creatures. Now, the art world is finally letting him inside.
Sonny Rollins: 12 Essential Albums
Tue, 26 May 2026 +0000
The towering saxophonist, who died at 95, was a master of living in the moment. Listen to some of his most compelling work, onstage and in the studio.
Sonny Rollins, Giant of the Jazz Saxophone, Is Dead at 95
Tue, 26 May 2026 +0000
Even by the standards of a music that prizes individuality, he stood out, as both a musician and a personality.
Lizzo Addresses the Backlash and Performs Live at The New York Times
Mon, 25 May 2026 +0000
During a special edition of“Popcast,” the singer discussed her new album and the public fallout from a series of lawsuits. Then she performed a stripped-down set.
Traveling the Hudson River Valley With Art as a Guide
Mon, 25 May 2026 +0000
Artists like Thomas Cole and Frederic Church left us evidence of what America’s landscape was like 200 years ago. Using science, and art history, a writer follows their trail through the Hudson River Valley to better understand how our world has changed.
‘Mandalorian and Grogu’ Tops Box Office as Disney Bets on ‘Star Wars’ Revival
Sun, 24 May 2026 +0000
The movie, which cost $300 million to make and market, was expected to collect about $102 million from Thursday through Monday at domestic theaters.
Bonnaroo, Governors Ball and 7 More Summer Music Festivals Not to Miss
Sun, 24 May 2026 +0000
Can’t get to Lollapalooza or Outside Lands this year? Want to see Lizzo play flute with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra? Here are some options.
Grizz Chapman, Actor Known for His Role on’30 Rock,’ Dies at 52
Sat, 23 May 2026 +0000
Mr. Chapman, who played a member of Tracy Morgan’s entourage on the show, died on Friday, according to his cousin.
Husband of Prominent New York Gallerist Convicted in Murder-for-Hire Plot
Sat, 23 May 2026 +0000
Brent Sikkema, who championed artists like Kara Walker, was found stabbed to death in his apartment in Brazil in 2024 amid divorce proceedings with his spouse.
Letting Her Art (and Birds) Do the Talking
Mon, 25 May 2026 +0000
Lynette Yiadom-Boakye prefers to remain unseen, but her intriguing new canvases, drawings and writings speak volumes.
As Draco Malfoy on Broadway, Tom Felton Draws a Crowd
Sat, 23 May 2026 +0000
Fans are traveling great distances for the chance to meet Tom Felton, who has revived a now grown-up Draco Malfoy on Broadway in“Harry Potter and The Cursed Child.”
Shooting Stars at the amfAR Cannes Gala
Sat, 23 May 2026 +0000
Our photographer took in the art and fashion on display as guests gathered in seaside Antibes, France, to raise money for AIDS research.
Which Cannes Films Could Become Oscar Contenders?
Sun, 24 May 2026 +0000
The American“Club Kid” and Spanish “La Bola Negra” are among the most likely to impress academy voters, while Scarlett Johansson and Javier Bardem also stood out.
John Marion, the‘God of Auctioneers in America,’ Dies at 92
Sat, 23 May 2026 +0000
For three decades, he was the face of the auction house Sotheby’s, presiding over an era in which art evolved from an object of passion into a commodity.
Olivia Rodrigo, Vince Staples: 8 Songs We’re Talking About This Week
Sat, 23 May 2026 +0000
Olivia Rodrigo’s orchestral angst, Charli XCX’s fashion crisis and Vince Staples’s frustrated sing-rap.
This Is How You Steal a Scene Using Only a Bank
Sat, 23 May 2026 +0000
Deposit slips, vintage ledgers and more: David Korins’s Tony-nominated, 27,000-pound set for “Dog Day Afternoon” is as much a technical feat as a 1970s throwback.
Travel Through the Looking Glass in Yoshi and the Mysterious Book
Sat, 23 May 2026 +0000
This year’s new Nintendo Switch 2 games include a wonderful adventure for Yoshi, magic tennis rackets for Baby Mario and Baby Luigi, and a Sims-Animal Crossing mashup.
Nicole Polizzi of‘Jersey Shore’ Relaxes by Watching Zombies
Sat, 23 May 2026 +0000
“My favorite horror movies are with zombies and watching the end of the world happen and people having to live in this new world of zombies.”
Boots Riley Takes on Fast Fashion in a Surreal Comedy
Sat, 23 May 2026 +0000
Alissa Wilkinson, a New York Times film critic, reviews the very political“I Love Boosters.”
Rob Base, Rapper Known for‘It Takes Two,’ Dies at 59
Sat, 23 May 2026 +0000
The singer died on Friday after a“private battle with cancer,” according to his official Instagram account.
Free Theater in NYC: 15 Live Shows to See This Spring and Summer
Fri, 22 May 2026 +0000
Chekhov, Broadway stars and, yes, Shakespeare. There’s no shortage of free productions in the city this time of year. Here are 15 shows worth seeing.
Five Horror Movies to Stream Now
Fri, 22 May 2026 +0000
Evil this month looks just plain weird, from a despairing children’s TV show to a demonic buffet.
Stephen Colbert’s Last ‘Late Show’: Laughing Well Is the Best Revenge
Fri, 22 May 2026 +0000
The“Late Show” cancellation was a disappointment. But a surreally lovely final episode turned it into a cancellebration.
James Gray Stands Out at a Disappointing Cannes Film Festival
Fri, 22 May 2026 +0000
James Gray’s “Paper Tiger” is among the stronger titles, which also include Ryusuke Hamaguchi’s “All of a Sudden” and Pawel Pawlikowski’s “Fatherland.”
Billy Eichner on‘Bros’ and His New Memoir
Fri, 22 May 2026 +0000
The comedian needed time to process the poor turnout for his gay rom-com,“Bros.” His vulnerable new memoir may surprise “Billy on the Street” fans.
7 New Movies Our Critics Are Talking About This Week
Fri, 22 May 2026 +0000
Whether you’re a casual moviegoer or an avid buff, our reviewers think these films are worth knowing about.
Watch Scorsese Make a Mean Sandwich in‘The Mandalorian and Grogu’
Fri, 22 May 2026 +0000
The director Jon Favreau narrates a sequence featuring a character who works at a food truck and is voiced by Martin Scorsese.
‘Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu’: What to Know Before Seeing the Movie
Fri, 22 May 2026 +0000
It draws from the Disney+ series. Here’s a reminder of the events of the show and how those fit into the larger franchise.
‘The Yogurt Shop Murders’: When a Documentary Becomes Part of the Story
Fri, 22 May 2026 +0000
Weeks after an HBO docuseries on the 1991 murders of four girls aired last year, their killer was identified, and the race was on to add a new final chapter.
‘Girl, Interrupted’ Continues, This Time Onstage at the Public Theater
Fri, 22 May 2026 +0000
This 1993 memoir, which became a film with Winona Ryder and Angelina Jolie, is now a play with songs by Aimee Mann. Here’s how the latest iteration came to be.
In‘Ask E. Jean,’ a Trump Adversary Examines Her Decision to Speak Out
Sat, 23 May 2026 +0000
E. Jean Carroll won two court cases against him, but it took decades for her to come forward. The film is at its best on the reasons for her hesitance.
In Defense of the Institution of Late Night
Fri, 22 May 2026 +0000
“The Late Show With Stephen Colbert” has ended. Our culture critic Jason Zinoman describes what we stand to lose.
What to Read This Summer: NYT Reading Bucket List
Mon, 25 May 2026 +0000
Read along with the Book Review this summer: Can you check off five items before fall arrives? (This year, there are prizes!)
Superman Experience at Warner Bros. Mirrors Hollywood’s Change
Fri, 22 May 2026 +0000
Inside the reworked Stage 5, a hallowed soundstage where John Wayne once roamed and the cast of“Friends” sipped coffee on couches.
‘The Mandalorian and Grogu’ | Anatomy of a Scene
Fri, 22 May 2026 +0000
The director Jon Favreau narrates a sequence from his film, featuring a character voiced by Martin Scorsese.
Stephen Colbert’s Last ‘Late Show’ Features Famous Friends and Paul McCartney
Fri, 22 May 2026 +0000
Colbert was joined by famous friends, fellow hosts and special guests like Paul McCartney for the finale of“The Late Show.”
‘Ladies First’ Review: A Nightmare for Men
Fri, 22 May 2026 +0000
Sacha Baron Cohen and Rosamund Pike star in this role-reversal workplace comedy where women rule the world.
Women’s Museum Bill Sinks Amid Dispute Over Trump and Trans Issues
Fri, 22 May 2026 +0000
The legislation to build a Smithsonian museum to honor women became contentious after it was amended to say the museum could only recognize“biological” females.
Stream These 9 Movies and Shows Before They Leave Netflix in June
Fri, 22 May 2026 +0000
Among the highlights leaving for U.S. subscribers are the original“Sex and the City” and the only onscreen pairing of Harrison Ford and Liam Neeson.
Valie Export, Who Made Art With Her Naked Body, Dies at 85
Fri, 22 May 2026 +0000
In provocative performance pieces and films, she forced viewers to confront misogyny in the media and society at large.
‘Peanuts’ Music Owner Sues Interior Department and 3 Companies for Copyright Infringement
Fri, 22 May 2026 +0000
The owner of the“Peanuts” catalog would really like it if companies and the U.S. government stopped using its music without permission.
Michael Pennington, Commanding Shakespeare Actor, Dies at 82
Tue, 26 May 2026 +0000
A mainstay of the Royal Shakespeare Company, he later started a rival theater group. He also appeared in“Return of the Jedi.”
Britney Spears Spoke‘Nonsensically’ During D.U.I. Arrest, Records Say
Fri, 22 May 2026 +0000
In highway patrol videos of her arrest, Ms. Spears talks to officers in a childlike voice and offers to make them lasagna.
Submit Your Summer Reading Bucket List
Fri, 22 May 2026 +0000
Tell us what you read this summer, and enter the drawing for this year’s prize.
Mary Lovelace O’Neal, Whose Paintings Were Saturated in Black, Dies at 84
Thu, 21 May 2026 +0000
An artist and activist, she gained prominence with monumental canvases that she soaked in the darkest substance she could find.
Finding Our Shared Geography in Monologues
Fri, 22 May 2026 +0000
Kathryn Grody’s “The Unexpected 3rd,” Leslie Ayvazian’s “Mention My Beauty” and Liza Jessie Peterson’s “The Peculiar Patriot” are among the solo shows at the In the Bricks Festival.
‘Indian Princesses’ Review: A Search for a True Identity
Fri, 22 May 2026 +0000
The five girls in Eliana Theologides Rodriguez’s new play, about a “Native-inspired” program that trafficked in stereotypes, find ways to create their own experiences.
How Jeff Probst Spoiled Part of the‘Survivor’ Season 50 Finale
Thu, 21 May 2026 +0000
Probst provided some live television magic on Wednesday by accidentally revealing the results of a segment that hadn’t aired.
Elim Chan Becomes First Female Music Director of San Francisco Symphony
Fri, 22 May 2026 +0000
Elim Chan has been named the symphony’s next music director. She joins a small field of female conductors at American orchestras, as San Francisco rebuilds after Esa-Pekka Salonen.
NY Times Obituaries:
Sonny Rollins, Giant of the Jazz Saxophone, Is Dead at 95
Tue, 26 May 2026 +0000
Even by the standards of a music that prizes individuality, he stood out, as both a musician and a personality.
Clarence B. Jones, Who Helped Shape‘I Have a Dream’ Speech, Dies at 95
Mon, 25 May 2026 +0000
A confidant and lawyer for Martin Luther King, he was an unseen hand behind major civil rights events, including the 1963 March on Washington.
Toshifumi Suzuki, Who Made 7-Eleven a Giant in Japan, Dies at 93
Mon, 25 May 2026 +0000
He spent four decades building the convenience store chain into a cornerstone of daily life.
Manny Nosowsky, Waggish Crossword Constructor for The New York Times, Dies at 94
Mon, 25 May 2026 +0000
For nearly two decades, the prolific puzzle maker, a retired urologist, charmed solvers with his penchant for witty, waggish puns.
Rafe Pomerance, the Paul Revere of Climate Change, Dies at 79
Sun, 24 May 2026 +0000
An environmental lobbyist and activist, he was a pivotal figure in drawing public attention and political support to the existential issue.
John Marion, the‘God of Auctioneers in America,’ Dies at 92
Sat, 23 May 2026 +0000
For three decades, he was the face of the auction house Sotheby’s, presiding over an era in which art evolved from an object of passion into a commodity.
Kitty Bruce, Caretaker of Lenny Bruce’s Legacy, Dies at 70
Fri, 22 May 2026 +0000
As Mr. Bruce’s daughter, she maintained boxes of video and audio of his groundbreaking and often scandalous work.
Carlo Petrini, Whose Slow Food Movement Transformed How We Eat, Dies at 76
Sat, 23 May 2026 +0000
Through his Slow Food organization, he spurred a worldwide shift toward sustainability and thoughtful cuisine.
Kyle Busch,‘Rowdy’ NASCAR Star, Dies at 41
Sat, 23 May 2026 +0000
The versatile (and at times intemperate) Busch was unsurpassed with 234 cumulative victories in the organization’s three national racing series.
For Carlo Petrini, the Point of‘Slow Food’ Wasn’t the Food. It Was Us.
Sun, 24 May 2026 +0000
The Italian activist, who died on Thursday, built his global movement on the idea that eating well could make modern life more meaningful.
Grizz Chapman, Actor Known for His Role on’30 Rock,’ Dies at 52
Sat, 23 May 2026 +0000
Mr. Chapman, who played a member of Tracy Morgan’s entourage on the show, died on Friday, according to his cousin.
Rob Base, Rapper Known for‘It Takes Two,’ Dies at 59
Sat, 23 May 2026 +0000
The singer died on Friday after a“private battle with cancer,” according to his official Instagram account.
Valie Export, Who Made Art With Her Naked Body, Dies at 85
Fri, 22 May 2026 +0000
In provocative performance pieces and films, she forced viewers to confront misogyny in the media and society at large.
Mert Lawwill, Champion Motorcyclist Who Starred With McQueen, Dies at 85
Fri, 22 May 2026 +0000
Featured in the 1971 documentary“On Any Sunday” with Steve McQueen, he was also a star in his own right, a national champion who designed innovative bikes and off-road gear.
Michael Pennington, Commanding Shakespeare Actor, Dies at 82
Tue, 26 May 2026 +0000
A mainstay of the Royal Shakespeare Company, he later started a rival theater group. He also appeared in“Return of the Jedi.”
Mary Lovelace O’Neal, Whose Paintings Were Saturated in Black, Dies at 84
Thu, 21 May 2026 +0000
An artist and activist, she gained prominence with monumental canvases that she soaked in the darkest substance she could find.
Robert Woodson, Leader of the Black Conservative Movement, Dies at 89
Thu, 21 May 2026 +0000
A veteran community activist, he believed self-reliance— rather than affirmative action or government help — was the way to fight racism, poverty and crime.
Sam Sianis,‘Cheezborger’-Flipping Owner of Chicago’s Billy Goat Tavern, Dies at 91
Fri, 22 May 2026 +0000
His dive bar became famous thanks to Mike Royko’s columns, a baseball curse and a “Saturday Night Live” skit.
Barney Frank, Gay Pioneer and Liberal Stalwart in Congress, Dies at 86
Wed, 20 May 2026 +0000
Often voted the“brainiest,” “funniest” and “most eloquent” member of the House, he was also the first to come out voluntarily and helped normalize being openly gay in public office.
Barry Blaustein Dies at 71; Eddie Murphy Was His Muse
Wed, 20 May 2026 +0000
He helped create Buckwheat, Mister Robinson and other characters Mr. Murphy played on“Saturday Night Live,” and was a writer of films like “Coming to America.”
Tickle Me Elmo and the‘Elmo-Mania’ That Consumed America
Tue, 19 May 2026 +0000
In 1996, the giggling stuffed doll turned holiday shopping into chaos, a preview of every sneaker drop, PlayStation launch and Taylor Swift ticket rush to come.
Greg Hyman, Co-Creator of Tickle Me Elmo, Dies at 78
Tue, 19 May 2026 +0000
An electronics wizard, he was already a veteran inventor when he collaborated with Ron Dubren on an idea for a toy that giggled. The rest is retail history.