Magazine

Asterisk Magazine has published a long-form piece examining what the job of an electrician actually involves, probing how hard it is to enter and master the trade. The article is drawing wide attention among readers interested in skilled trades, labor shortages, and the gap between perceptions of electrical work and its realities.

A new Quanta Magazine report describes how researchers studying brain waves have found activity patterns far more complex than the classic rhythmic oscillations long used to describe neural activity. These intricate waves may offer a richer window into how the brain processes information. Readers are discussing the physics and neuroscience behind the finding and what it could mean for understanding cognition.

French journalist and activist Hélène Hazera has died, according to the LGBT magazine Têtu, which reported her 'disparition'. Hazera was known both for her journalism and for her long-standing militant work for LGBT rights in France. Details about her age, the date of her death and the circumstances were not given in the initial reports.

Researchers report that brine shrimp, sold as toys under the name Sea-Monkeys, are helping physicists revise a long-standing rule of turbulence. By beating their tiny limbs in unison, dense swarms of the crustaceans stir the surrounding water in ways that overturn assumptions about how fluid mixing scales, with implications for understanding collective motion in oceans.

Vandenberg Space Force Base in Southern California is soliciting industry input on new launch support facilities and possible on-site manufacturing, Air & Space Forces Magazine reports. The move comes as the base expects to grow from 66 launches in 2025 to an anticipated 200 per year by 2030. The plan reflects the rapid expansion of commercial and military space launch activity on the West Coast, and defense and space industry watchers are following how the base's infrastructure will scale.

German technology magazine c't has published a piece describing a writer's move to a new password manager. The article walks through the practical questions involved in switching tools: exporting old entries, importing them elsewhere, and adjusting to a different workflow. It has drawn strong engagement, reflecting ongoing interest among readers in how to store login credentials securely and whether their current manager still fits their needs.

Bitcoin Magazine has published an interview with Coinbase's first Chief Business Officer, covering newly proposed SEC advisor rules, growing interest in Bitcoin from banks, and Coinbase's custody business. The discussion offers the company's perspective on how US regulation could affect digital asset services and institutional adoption of Bitcoin.

New Noise Magazine has published a review of Day 2 of the Four Chord Music Festival 2026, held in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The piece assesses the performances and atmosphere from the festival's second day, though no further details about the lineup or reception are given in the available information.

Texas Observer has published a new essay by Jorge Meave Jr. arguing that the church is not a congregation that needs to pass the plate, but an institution with the resources to move policy, fund organizing and match its stated moral commitments with real financial and political investment. The piece is drawing attention among readers discussing religion and institutional power.

Securitas Technology has released its 2027 Global Technology Outlook report, setting out its view of emerging trends shaping the security technology industry. The publication was carried by trade outlets including Security Sales & Integration and Asia Pacific Security Magazine, indicating interest among security industry professionals in the company's predictions for the sector's direction.

Kevin Maloney, chief executive of the $1.3 billion retirement investment platform iTrust Capital, said that 50% of the firm's clients are buying Bitcoin. The remark, shared in an interview with Bitcoin Magazine, points to steady retail appetite for crypto exposure through tax-advantaged retirement accounts, and highlights how mainstream self-directed IRA platforms have become a channel for Bitcoin accumulation.

A segment titled 'Black Panther Woman: The Political and Spiritual Life of Ericka Huggins' is airing on KPFA's Women's Magazine, examining the longtime Black Panther Party member's activism and spiritual journey. The broadcast is being shared and discussed among listeners interested in civil rights history, feminism and radical politics, drawing renewed attention to Huggins' role in the movement.

American Theatre Magazine has published its regular 'This Month in Theatre History' feature, a recurring column looking back at notable events, premieres and milestones from theatre's past that occurred in the current month. The series is a staple for theatre audiences and professionals, offering historical context for the art form and reminding readers how past productions and figures shaped the stage today.

Travel + Leisure has chosen Wyndham to help expand Sports Illustrated Resorts into the hotel business, according to Skift. The move extends the Sports Illustrated brand beyond vacation ownership into traditional hotel properties, adding a sports-themed lodging concept to Wyndham's global portfolio of franchised hotels and resorts.

SLUG Magazine has published a local review of One Fluid Motion, a release by artist Zoe Stroupe. The piece evaluates the work for the Salt Lake City outlet's readership, adding to its coverage of regional musicians. Details of the review's verdict are limited, but its publication puts Zoe Stroupe in front of the magazine's local music audience.

Critic and writer Novid Parsi has published a piece on the play 'The Life You Gave Me' in American Theatre magazine, framing it around the theme of 'if only' — the lingering question of paths not taken. The write-up adds to coverage of the production among theatre readers tracking new stage work.

The Network of Ensemble Theaters is bringing NETWeek to the San Francisco Bay Area, according to American Theatre Magazine. The event gathers ensemble-based theater practitioners for convening and exchange, and it is drawing attention within the regional and national theater community.

Lambrini Girls played a show at the Majestic Theatre in Detroit, Michigan, supported by Big Special and Big Girl. A review of the gig has been published by New Noise Magazine, covering the performances of all three acts. It offers one of the few detailed write-ups of the stop on the bill's current run of dates.

SuperJump Magazine has published Part 3 of its State of Indie 2026 series, focusing on finance and technology in the independent games industry. The report looks at how funding conditions and technical shifts are shaping indie development in 2026. It is the latest instalment in an ongoing series covering the state of the indie sector.

A piece in Notre Dame Magazine explores the idea that there is a kind of music only human beings can create, examining what separates human artistry from machine-generated sound. The article reflects an ongoing debate among musicians, listeners and researchers about creativity, authenticity and the role of artificial intelligence in music-making.

TD Cowen analyst Lance Vitanza says bitcoin could reach $132,000 by 2027, citing growing institutional interest in how to hold the asset. In an interview with Bitcoin Magazine, he pointed to corporate treasuries adding bitcoin and the arrival of new capital markets products as drivers of adoption and demand.

Partners for a New Economy, a philanthropic initiative focused on rethinking economic systems, is holding a gathering in Bonn, Germany. The meeting brings together partners to discuss approaches to economic transformation and reform. Alliance magazine reported on the event, drawing attention from the philanthropy and economic development community.