Warning: This post contains spoilers for Thunderbolts* The asterisk became a prominent feature in Marvel Studios’ marketing for the new film, prompting speculation about its meaning. After the movie’s release, the reason behind the team’s brief adoption of the “Thunderbolts” name, and the significance of the asterisk, is finally revealed. Thunderbolts* explores the struggles of […]
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Understanding Sentry, Also Known as the Void, From Thunderbolts*
Warning: This article contains spoilers for Thunderbolts*. Thunderbolts* presents an unexpected Marvel Cinematic Universe villain: a seemingly ordinary man named Bob, wandering around in his pajamas. But he’s more than just Bob. Played by Lewis Pullman, Bob is being experimented on by a CIA director, aiming to create and control her own superhuman. She recruits […]
‘Thunderbolts*’ Post-Credit Scenes Hint at ‘Fantastic Four: First Steps’ Setup
Warning: This post contains spoilers for Thunderbolts*. By the conclusion of Thunderbolts*, the unlikely alliance of sidekicks and antiheroes saves New York. Bob (Lewis Pullman), a test subject enhanced with supersoldier serum, attempts to become the hero Sentry but succumbs to his powers, transforming into the villainous Void. Void imprisons innocent individuals within their deepest […]
Kohl’s CEO Ousted: Here’s Why
` tags. Kohl’s announced the termination of its CEO, Ashley Buchanan, following an investigation that revealed he instructed the company to engage in transactions with vendors, creating undisclosed conflicts of interest. Michael Bender, the Chairman, has been appointed as interim CEO, effective immediately. As a result of this appointment, Bender will resign from his positions […]
Simone Biles’ Impact: Revolutionizing Gymnastics and Mental Health Discussions Among Athletes
After a two-year break from competition, Simone Biles resumed training for the Paris Olympics, but with a completely new approach.
HHS Report Recommends ‘Exploratory Therapy’ for Transgender Youth
An advocate argues that the report’s recommendation, despite its wording, amounts to the damaging practice of conversion therapy under a different name.
TIME Examines America’s Progress Five Years After George Floyd’s Death
TIME will host ‘TIME Impact Dinner: The Road to Justice’ in Washington, D.C. on May 20, in Partnership with the Center for Policing Equity May 1, 2025—TIME releases today a special report entitled “Five Years Later: America Looks for a Way Forward After George Floyd,” published prior to the fifth anniversary of George Floyd’s death. […]
TIME Examines America’s Progress and Future After George Floyd in New Special Report
TIME will host the ‘TIME Impact Dinner: The Road to Justice’ in Washington, D.C. on May 20, in collaboration with the Center for Policing Equity May 1, 2025—TIME is releasing a special report today titled “Five Years Later: America Looks for a Way Forward After George Floyd,” ahead of the fifth anniversary of George Floyd’s […]
Seltzer Water: Health Benefits and Potential Downsides
Seltzer is considered one of the healthier drink options. Research indicates that sparkling water, or seltzer, provides the same level of hydration as still water and is absorbed by the body in the same manner. Seltzer is essentially water with added carbon dioxide for fizz. Dr. David Poppers, a professor of medicine at NYU Langone […]
Virtual Abortion Care: A Useful Tool, But Not a Complete Solution
A new report from the Guttmacher Institute indicates a growing reliance on virtual abortion care. While this might seem positive given the restrictions following the overturning of Roe v. Wade, it’s crucial to interpret this trend cautiously. Telehealth is undoubtedly valuable. My organization pioneered telemedicine abortion services in 2009. Since the FDA relaxed regulations on […]
Netflix’s “Turning Point: The Vietnam War” Reveals Its Most Disturbing Moments
The war technically concluded when North Vietnamese forces seized Saigon in South Vietnam, which was supported by the U.S., on April 30, 1975. However, the end of the war didn’t feel real for many Americans and Vietnamese. The U.S. withdrawal from Vietnam led to . Turning Point: The Vietnam War, a docuseries, explores the human […]
Meet the Real-Life Chef Behind the Delicious Drama “Carême”
Apple TV+’s new historical drama tells the story of Antonin Carême, considered the first celebrity chef. Carême is set in France following the French Revolution. The chef, portrayed by Benjamin Voisin, is employed by French Foreign Minister Charles-Maurice de Talleyrand-Périgord (Jérémie Renier) to create impressive pastries for diplomatic negotiations. Here’s what you should know about […]
Trump’s Low Poll Numbers May Not Tell the Whole Story
This article is part of The D.C. Brief, TIME’s politics newsletter. Sign up to get stories like this sent to your inbox. President Donald Trump’s poll numbers are declining, and his approval rating isn’t much better. However, this doesn’t necessarily indicate the complete picture. The negative headlines are hard to ignore, even for those trying […]
Trump’s Climate Policies Isolated as Canada and Mexico Prioritize Climate Action
` tags. “`xml Mark Carney secured a full term as Canada’s prime minister on Monday, campaigning largely on countering policies from U.S. President Donald Trump. While climate change wasn’t a central campaign theme beyond Carney’s adjustment of his predecessor’s carbon tax, his established reputation as a leading voice on climate and finance positions him as […]
Trump’s “Gold Card” Immigration Plan: A Flawed Concept
The Cato Institute has long advocated for a visa system based on price, a “gold card” concept. My colleague Alex Nowrasteh suggested in 2019 that such a system, where immigrants pay a fee for the right to live and work in the U.S., “would create a dynamic, market-based, merit-based, relatively more economically efficient, and self-regulating […]
The Consequences of Neglecting Facial Cleansing
Ever been so tired you skipped your skincare and went straight to sleep? Imagine doing it every night. Most people would worry about buildup, bacteria, oily skin, and breakouts. But a movement against elaborate skincare routines is emerging: doing nothing at all. No cleansers, exfoliants, moisturizers—or even water. This counterintuitive “caveman method,” which involves “caring” […]
Weighing the Pros and Cons of Allergy Shots
Around a third of adults in America suffer from allergies. If you’re among them, you’re likely looking for a way to alleviate your symptoms. Allergy shots can provide lasting relief from certain allergies (excluding food allergies), but they do have some drawbacks. The question is, are the time, discomfort, and expense involved justified? To assist […]
Trump Claims He’s Already Served Three Terms Amid Third-Term Speculation
President Donald Trump, at a rally in Michigan on Tuesday, April 29, commemorating the first 100 days of what he considers his second term, responded with a smile to the crowd’s chants of “three,” which urged him to pursue a third term. He replied, “Well, we actually already served three, if you count. But remember, […]
Alternatives to Saying “I Told You So” Without Sounding Smug
Few phrases carry as much arrogance and frustration as “I told you so.” Jordan Conrad, founder and clinical director at Madison Park Psychotherapy, explains that it feels like you’re reveling in someone else’s misfortune. It’s akin to implying you’re superior or that they’d be better off if they followed your instructions, which is an unpleasant […]
Some Latino Voters Who Once Backed Trump Now Reportedly Regret Their Choice
Adelys Ferro, director of the Venezuelan American Caucus, described the Trump Administration’s February announcement to end temporary protected status (TPS) for nearly 600,000 Venezuelans in the U.S. as a “beyond betrayal.” This sentiment is understandable, as naturalized Venezuelans played a key role in Donald Trump’s victory in a key county, leading Florida Democrats to label […]