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Thread: which song is the definitive 'Millennial' anthem?
musicThread: which song is the definitive 'Millennial' anthem?
A wide thread names contenders, 'Mr. Brightside,' 'Get Low,' 'Tubthumping,' 'Candle in the Wind (’97)', debating one single millennial song.
German defense minister visits Kyiv to discuss joint arms production
newsGerman defense minister visits Kyiv to discuss joint arms production
Boris Pistorius made an unannounced trip to Kyiv to negotiate joint production of drones and unmanned systems.
One U.S. passenger tests positive for Andes hantavirus, another has mild symptoms
scienceOne U.S. passenger tests positive for Andes hantavirus, another has mild symptoms
HHS says a repatriated passenger tested 'mildly positive' for Andes virus and a second passenger has mild symptoms.
reuters.com
Zack Polanski’s narrowboat may owe three years of council tax
financeZack Polanski’s narrowboat may owe three years of council tax
Report says Polanski treated his narrowboat as a main residence; likely Band A bill around £4,000 plus a possible £70 penalty.
EU’s Kaja Kallas rejects Gerhard Schröder as negotiator
newsEU’s Kaja Kallas rejects Gerhard Schröder as negotiator
Kaja Kallas says former German chancellor Gerhard Schröder is unfit to mediate EU‑Russia talks over Ukraine.
Science SARU’s Ghost in the Shell gets July 7 release date
moviesScience SARU’s Ghost in the Shell gets July 7 release date
Studio Science SARU revealed a poster and trailer, confirming a July 7 release for its retro-styled Ghost in the Shell series.
Polish ex‑minister Zbigniew Ziobro flees Hungary for the US
newsPolish ex‑minister Zbigniew Ziobro flees Hungary for the US
Zbigniew Ziobro left Hungary and reached the United States after PM Peter Magyar said Hungary would not shield people wanted abroad.
Project Hail Mary hits streaming after $655M box office run
moviesProject Hail Mary hits streaming after $655M box office run
Phil Lord and Christopher Miller’s Project Hail Mary arrives on streaming as the Ryan Gosling film tops about $655 million worldwide.
UCF commencement speaker Gloria Caulfield criticised over Tavistock ties
newsUCF commencement speaker Gloria Caulfield criticised over Tavistock ties
Gloria Caulfield, VP at Tavistock Development, drew criticism after speaking at University of Central Florida commencement.
Rock Band credited for making songs like 'Maps' mainstream
gamingRock Band credited for making songs like 'Maps' mainstream
Several posts credit Rock Band exposure for popularising tracks such as 'Maps' and shaping millennial listening habits.
Canadiens beat Sabres in Game 3, Alex Newhook scores
sportsCanadiens beat Sabres in Game 3, Alex Newhook scores
Montreal defeated Buffalo 6-2 in Game 3 as Alex Newhook continued his strong playoff run with a goal.
nhl.com
Art Fight tracing/reference rule triggers organizer backlash
artArt Fight tracing/reference rule triggers organizer backlash
New Art Fight rules on tracing and references have prompted widespread criticism and some creators say they’ll skip the event.
Sabrina Carpenter marks her 27th birthday
musicSabrina Carpenter marks her 27th birthday
Fans celebrate Sabrina Carpenter turning 27, sharing birthday messages and noting recent tracks like her Madonna collaboration.
Helluva Boss fan artists share new OC art and Mother's Day comics
tvHelluva Boss fan artists share new OC art and Mother's Day comics
Fandom artists posted original characters, cosplay shots and Mother's Day, themed strips from the Hellaverse.
Fleetwood Mac tracks shared in music threads
musicFleetwood Mac tracks shared in music threads
Fans post lyrics and live versions of Fleetwood Mac songs such as 'Say You Love Me' and 'Landslide' in listening threads.
Happy Mother's Day messages and tributes
cultureHappy Mother's Day messages and tributes
Thousands of Bluesky posts send greetings, photos and poems celebrating moms and caregivers today.
Furry Weekend Atlanta 2026, panels and Moonlight Festival
cultureFurry Weekend Atlanta 2026, panels and Moonlight Festival
FWA attendees share con highlights, post‑con blues and teasers for next year’s theme after the closing ceremony.
Witch Hat Atelier episode spotlights Olruggio and Qifrey
comicsWitch Hat Atelier episode spotlights Olruggio and Qifrey
The latest episode centers on scenes with Olruggio and Qifrey, prompting new fanfic and discussion in fandom circles.
Bird Of The Day, theme 'Raptors', alt 'Paridae'
animalsBird Of The Day, theme 'Raptors', alt 'Paridae'
Weekly community bird showcase, today's primary prompt is Raptors; the alternative prompt is Paridae (tits, chickadees, titmice).
Remembering Julia Ward Howe, original Mother's Day advocate
writersRemembering Julia Ward Howe, original Mother's Day advocate
Posts highlight Howe's 1870s 'Mother's Day for Peace' campaign and link to essays on the holiday's origins.
Project Hail Mary hits streaming after $655M box office run
Phil Lord and Christopher Miller's Project Hail Mary, starring Ryan Gosling, arrives on streaming this week after grossing about $655 million worldwide. The big-budget space adventure adapts Andy Weir's novel and pairs blockbuster spectacle with hard-science storytelling. The production used real orbital mechanics software for key shots and created a fictional "xenonite" material inspired by real metamaterials research. Its streaming debut puts a $655 million, science-forward blockbuster within easy reach and highlights how technical rigor and spectacle can drive mainstream appeal.
