Author: kumbhorg

A previous dispatch from this year’s SXSW highlighted how so many of the horror films here seem to be almost existential in their questioning who we want to be in the 2020s as technology continues to redefine the human condition. The funny thing is that several of the comedies this year also contain existential foundations regarding how we define ourselves whether it’s through high school popularity, online drama, or even joining a cult. They all have elements that can feel a bit sitcom-y although two of them overcome those foundations to find something truthful and funny, while the third can…

My childhood (metaphorically speaking) ended in the early 2000s, when traditional, kid-focused, Saturday morning broadcast television was fading away. Being in my thirties at the time, it was probably overdue. Even so, the misguided government regulations that helped end a rite of youth now form a case study in the futility that often results when bureaucrats wedge themselves between producers and consumers. The story begins in 1961, with a hectoring speech by attorney Newton N. Minow to a group of television executives. He had been appointed chairman of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) by President John F. Kennedy. Minow wasted…

With the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 set to kick off on March 28, excitement among fans has reached fever pitch. As one of the most celebrated franchises in the tournament’s history, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) are once again in focus. The two-time champions, who last lifted the trophy in 2014, are aiming to script a fresh chapter this season after a disappointing campaign in 2025.KKR’s loyal fanbase will be hoping for a strong comeback, especially after the franchise underwent noticeable changes in its squad composition. While the team has invested in dynamic all-rounders and power hitters, questions remain about…

Brock Boeser may be the only older ‘core’ player the Vancouver Canucks should keep Donnie & Dhali: Farhan Lalji, on Vancouver Canucks forward Brock Boeser, and he may be the only one from their ‘older’ core players that should be kept. ** NHLRumors.com transcription Rick Dhaliwal: “You know, we’re talking about veteran players, you know, who’s been saying all the right things lately is Brock Boeser. You know, I know there’s people that want to see him traded and, you know, but that might be a guy you keep around. He’s saying the right things, and he’s doing the right…

The discussion of ways to mitigate any energy price rises came after the government’s cost-of-living tzar, Lord Walker, who is also chief executive of supermarket chain Iceland, suggested in the Sunday Times that energy companies and petrol stations should have their profits temporarily capped as oil prices jump.

Bitcoin faced a dramatic market correction in early 2026, plunging 46% from its $126,000 all-time high and briefly dipping below $61,000 on February 6.  The drop erased over $1 trillion in market value and prompted headlines warning of a defining crypto moment. Social media feeds filled with reactions, yet most holders remained on the sidelines. A survey by Oobit of 1,006 American Bitcoin holders and sentiment analysis of 117,630 posts across 10 major crypto subreddits reveals that fear did not translate into widespread selling.  Anxiety and hope dominated emotional responses, with 39% of holders reporting anxiety and 38% hope.  Despite…

The long-running US sketch show now has a British equivalent, which received a broadly positive reaction on its debut.

India’s Koneru Humpy (PTI Photo) Top Indian Grandmaster Koneru Humpy has announced her decision to withdraw from the FIDE Women’s Candidates Tournament, citing personal safety and well-being as her primary concern. The tournament, which begins on March 28 at the Cap St Georges Hotel and Resort in Pegeia, Cyprus, is the only pathway to the Women’s World Championship match. Koneru Humpy post Taking to X on Sunday, Humpy wrote, “After deep reflection, I have taken the difficult decision to withdraw from the FIDE Women’s Candidates Tournament. No event, no matter how important, can come before personal safety and well-being. Despite…

Trump administration shifts student loan collection to Treasury: What students must know A major policy shift in the United States is putting student loans back in the spotlight—and for millions of young borrowers, it’s raising more questions than answers. According to CNBC, the Trump administration has announced plans to involve the U.S. Department of the Treasury in collecting defaulted student loans, a move that could gradually reshape how education debt is managed.For students and early-career professionals already navigating tight budgets, this development is more than just policy—it could directly affect financial stability and future planning.Why this change mattersAt present, the…

The window to pass the most significant crypto law in US history is closing fast. If Congress cannot move the CLARITY Act by late April, the effort likely dies until after the midterm elections. For retail investors, this means another year of guessing which tokens the SEC might sue next. Legislators are currently deadlocked over a single, specific issue: how much money stablecoins are allowed to pay you. It is a technical fight with massive consequences. (SOURCE: TradingView) If lawmakers miss this spring window, the bill falls victim to the election cycle, leaving the industry stuck in regulatory limbo indefinitely.…