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- 1New dinosaur species discovered deep in the Sahara Desert●Scientists discover new dinosaur species deep in the Sahara Desert
Scientists have announced the discovery of a previously unknown dinosaur species in a remote part of the Sahara Desert. Details about the species, its age, and the research team behind the find have not yet been widely reported, but the announcement is being carried by major news outlets. It adds to the growing number of dinosaur species identified in North Africa's fossil-rich regions.
- 2People Are Sharing Hidden Movie Gems That Deserve More Attention●People Are Sharing Hidden Movie Gems That Deserve WAY More Attention
Film fans are listing underappreciated movies they believe deserve far more attention, swapping recommendations for lesser-known gems that flew under the radar on release. The discussion invites others to share their own overlooked favorites, sparking a broader conversation about which quality films get lost in the shadow of big blockbusters.
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Palm Springs Life is highlighting desert style as an art form, celebrating the aesthetic of Palm Springs and its surrounding desert landscape. The feature explores how the region's mid-century design, light and natural scenery continue to inspire artists and tastemakers, drawing attention to the California desert as a creative destination.
- 4Mike Nelson's eerie new exhibition evokes derelict desolation▼Mike Nelson review – a waking nightmare of derelict dunes and desert island despair
The Guardian has published a review of artist Mike Nelson's new exhibition, describing it as 'a waking nightmare of derelict dunes and desert island despair'. The piece highlights Nelson's immersive installations, which confront visitors with bleak, abandoned landscapes. The review is drawing attention from art audiences interested in Nelson's reputation for large-scale, atmospheric works.
- 5New book explores desert architecture from modernist to adobe●Dreaming of the desert? This book has you covered, from modernist to adobe architecture
A newly published book surveys desert architecture, covering styles ranging from modernist buildings to traditional adobe construction. The design publication profiles how architects have built for arid environments, making it a pick for readers drawn to desert landscapes and their distinctive building traditions.
- 6Brazilian film 'Private Desert' draws attention online●« Deserto Particular » Au Brésil, un policier écarté de ses fonctions part à la recherche d'une mystérieuse inconnue ave
Brazilian film 'Deserto Particular' (Private Desert) is being discussed after coverage of its plot: a police officer suspended from duty sets out to find a mysterious stranger with whom he has had only a virtual relationship. The film, directed by Aly Muritiba, is being shared among French-language television and LGBTQI+ film audiences.
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Harvard astrophysicist Avi Loeb has published an essay arguing that the search for alien technology deserves an XPRIZE-style competition. He suggests that incentivising the hunt for evidence of extraterrestrial intelligence, much as prize competitions have spurred private spaceflight and other breakthroughs, could accelerate research into unidentified objects and signals that may be technological in origin.
- 8Werner Herzog's warning to Americans draws backlash over Gaza●Save your breath, # WenerHerzog . Muricans don't deserve a warning. In 2024, 152,320,193 USAnians voted for a pro-genoci
Filmmaker Werner Herzog has issued some kind of warning to Americans, and a vocal critic online is pushing back, arguing that voters had already made their choice. The commenter notes that roughly 152 million Americans voted in the 2024 presidential election between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, claiming both were effectively aligned with Israel's war in Gaza, and that nearly all voters backed the outcome regardless.