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  • IHeartMedia Denies Plans To Sell Podcast Business

    IHeartMedia Denies Plans To Sell Podcast Business

    by Daniella Wilson

    iHeartMedia is denying reports that the company is looking to sell its podcast business. On Wednesday, Bloomberg reported that the audio company has been in discussion with investment bank Moelis & Co and others to possibly sell part of all of its podcast business, which is one of the biggest podcast networks, with shows including Stuff You Should Know, Las Culturistas, The Breakfast Club...

    November 11, 2026
    Culture & Entertainment
  • How Britain is pricing free speech out of citizens’ reach

    How Britain is pricing free speech out of citizens’ reach

    by José Betancourt

    Kristie Higgs lost her school job in January 2019 over Facebook posts expressing her Christian beliefs about sex and education. In February 2025, the Court of Appeal held her dismissal unlawful. It therefore took more than six years to establish that she should not have been sacked. Before congratulating ourselves on the strength of British free-speech protections, we might consider how many people could...

    November 11, 2026
    Debate
  • The Temperamental Nature of Alligator Gender-Reveal Parties

    The Temperamental Nature of Alligator Gender-Reveal Parties

    by Miika Tikkanen

    Human embryos grow at a comfortable temperature just a bit warmer than the mother’s body. Reptile embryos, however, are at the whim of outside temperatures. And, in many cases, the sex of the offspring is known to be decided by incubation temperature.   In fact, a recent study published in the Journal of Experimental Biology found that the sex of American alligators (Alligator mississippiensis) is...

    November 11, 2026
    Science
  • Literary Hub » Lit Hub Daily: November 11, 2026

    Literary Hub » Lit Hub Daily: November 11, 2026

    by Jenni Sidey

    THE BEST OF THE LITERARY INTERNET TODAY: In 1922, Kurt Vonnegut is born. Zachary Fletcher interviews former New York Times romance columnist Olivia Waite about being fired and the current state of romance criticism. | Lit Hub In Conversation  Are we living in a simulation? Is AI a philosophical zombie? Catherine Heymans considers these and other questions of the multiverse. | Lit Hub Science...

    November 11, 2026
    Review
  • Lola Bunny’s Air Jordan 3 ‘Space Jam’ Sneakers Go Hard

    Lola Bunny’s Air Jordan 3 ‘Space Jam’ Sneakers Go Hard

    by Akaay Pradhan

    Bugs Bunny’s got his own Space Jam Air Jordan sneaker. Now, the brand’s releasing a cutesy shoe for Miss Lola Bunny. The Jordan Brand dedicates a specially clean Air Jordan 3 Retro sneaker to the character. It features crisp white leather uppers with soft pink gradient finishes. Oh, and Lola Bunny herself makes an appearance on the insoles, alongside her famous line “Don’t ever...

    November 11, 2026
    Style

Latest Highlights

Performance metrics don’t just measure academic culture – they help create it
November 12, 2026

Performance metrics don’t just measure academic culture – they help create it

Universities need ways to understand performance. Research quality, student experience, teaching outcomes, grant income, and impact all matter, and...

by Miika Tikkanen
Microsoft’s best data visual software is only  with this promo code
November 11, 2026

Microsoft’s best data visual software is only $44 with this promo code

TL;DR: Microsoft Visio Professional 2024 is a full diagramming app for Windows, and a lifetime license is on sale...

by Miika Tikkanen
After midterm losses, the religious right blames Trump, voters and each other
November 11, 2026

After midterm losses, the religious right blames Trump, voters and each other

Get RNS’ thoughtful, essential religion reporting every morning. Sign up for free! (RNS) — Two years ago, the religious...

by Sam Flores
Jan. 6 rioter Jake Lang is organizing Capitol protest against midterm results. Here’s what we know
November 11, 2026

Jan. 6 rioter Jake Lang is organizing Capitol protest against midterm results. Here&...

The claim that Christians and MAGA supporters are planning to protest the 2026 midterm election results at the U.S....

by José Betancourt

POLITICS, NEWS & CURRENT AFFAIRS

Global watchdog urges Turkey to strengthen crypto rules

Global watchdog urges Turkey to strengthen crypto rules

Published by Sam Flores

LONDON, Nov 11 : Turkey needs to further strengthen its regulatory framework for crypto assets and stablecoins to address potential financial stability risks linked to the fast-growing sector, the...

November 11, 2026
News
Thinking of buying an EV? It’s about to get more expensive

Thinking of buying an EV? It’s about to get more expensive

Published by Sam Flores

Motorists thinking of buying an electric car risk losing hefty discounts unless they act sooner rather than later. The cost of an electric vehicle (EV) – including second hand...

November 11, 2026
News
‘Constructive’ Abu Dhabi talks resume, but a ceasefire is nowhere near

‘Constructive’ Abu Dhabi talks resume, but a ceasefire is nowhere near

Published by Sam Flores

Back at the table. Ukrainian, Russian and US negotiators return to the table in Abu Dhabi today after a first day that produced contrasting messages, Sasha Vakulina reports. ADVERTISEMENT...

November 11, 2026
News
Woke Producer James Gunn Fired From DC After Box Office Failures

Woke Producer James Gunn Fired From DC After Box Office Failures

Published by Sam Flores

Far-left zealotry and selfless heroism are mutually exclusive ideals; the notion of a “woke superhero” is simply not believable on a fundamental and subconscious level.  This is just one...

November 11, 2026
News
Dad accused of treating daughter, 10, as ‘second wife’ faces 22 charges | World | News

Dad accused of treating daughter, 10, as ‘second wife’ faces 22 charges | World | News

Published by Sam Flores

A man has been charged after he purportedly sexually abused his 10 year old daughter, treating her as a “second wife”. The 44 year old is facing 22 charges....

November 11, 2026
News
CFTC warns prediction market Kalshi of imminent charges, source says

CFTC warns prediction market Kalshi of imminent charges, source says

Published by Sam Flores

WASHINGTON, Nov 10 : The US Commodity Futures Trading Commission has warned prediction market startup Kalshi of imminent charges in a probe into whether it properly notified the agency...

November 10, 2026
News

PHILOSOPHY, Secular & Atheism

Women in Academia: Will We Ever Get a Fair Chance?

Women in Academia: Will We Ever Get a Fair Chance?

Published by Sam Flores

In May 2026, in Vienna, there was a four-day conference organized by Langer Circle, a group promoting the work of Susanne Langer (1895-1985), one of the first American women...

November 11, 2026
Philosophy
How to find your way through 2,600 years of philosophy

How to find your way through 2,600 years of philosophy

Published by Sam Flores

One of the biggest problems any new learner faces is that overwhelming feeling of standing on the shoreline looking out to sea. You want to learn astrophysics, zoology, or...

November 11, 2026
Philosophy
You’re allowed to be happy. In fact, you have a duty to be.

You’re allowed to be happy. In fact, you have a duty to be.

Published by Sam Flores

Albert Camus and Simone de Beauvoir were having a drink when de Beauvoir asked how anybody can be happy in a world so full of misery. How can they...

November 11, 2026
Philosophy
What May Artificial Intelligence Do for Writers? (updated)

What May Artificial Intelligence Do for Writers? (updated)

Published by Sam Flores

When it comes to permissible uses of AI in professional writing, one philosopher argues that “anything that is acceptable to ask a human to do is, other things equal,...

November 11, 2026
Philosophy

Science

Volunteer to play the ‘bad guy’ for the TSA’s bomb-sniffing dogs
Science

Volunteer to play the ‘bad guy’ for the TSA’s bomb-sniffing dogs

Want to play with dogs at the airport and have it be for a good cause? Well, boy, do we have the volunteer gig for you. It’s actually less...

November 11, 2026
Democrats are at Cop31 to show that the US has not abandoned the fight against climate change
Science

Democrats are at Cop31 to show that the US has not abandoned the fight against climate change

The results of the US midterms on November 3 delivered a resounding victory for the Democrats, and a major loss for US president Donald Trump and the Republican party....

November 11, 2026

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Global watchdog urges Turkey to strengthen crypto rulesLONDON, Nov 11 : Turkey needs to further strengthen its regulatory framework for crypto...November 11, 2026

Thinking of buying an EV? It’s about to get more expensiveMotorists thinking of buying an electric car risk losing hefty discounts unless they act...November 11, 2026

‘Constructive’ Abu Dhabi talks resume, but a ceasefire is nowhere nearBack at the table. Ukrainian, Russian and US negotiators return to the table in...November 11, 2026

Woke Producer James Gunn Fired From DC After Box Office FailuresFar-left zealotry and selfless heroism are mutually exclusive ideals; the notion of a “woke...November 11, 2026

Dad accused of treating daughter, 10, as ‘second wife’ faces 22 charges | World | NewsA man has been charged after he purportedly sexually abused his 10 year old...November 11, 2026

CFTC warns prediction market Kalshi of imminent charges, source saysWASHINGTON, Nov 10 : The US Commodity Futures Trading Commission has warned prediction market...November 10, 2026

Abstractions & Entertainment

Model Alex Consani on Starring in American Horror Story and Pursuing a Career as an Actress
November 11, 2026

Model Alex Consani on Starring in American Horror Story and Pursuing a Career as an...

There’s a long legacy of supermodels trying to crack into the silver screen. A lot of models have done...

by Daniella Wilson
IHeartMedia Denies Plans To Sell Podcast Business
November 11, 2026

IHeartMedia Denies Plans To Sell Podcast Business

iHeartMedia is denying reports that the company is looking to sell its podcast business. On Wednesday, Bloomberg reported that...

by Daniella Wilson
The Golden Joysticks 2026: Full list of confirmed winnners
November 11, 2026

The Golden Joysticks 2026: Full list of confirmed winnners

Games industry awards season kicked off tonight as the Golden Joysticks 2026 took place in London! With plenty of...

by Daniella Wilson
Days of Our Lives star reveals his secret Parkinson’s diagnosis inspired his character’s storyline
November 11, 2026

Days of Our Lives star reveals his secret Parkinson’s diagnosis inspired his...

Days of Our Lives star James Reynolds, who has played Abe Carver for 45 years, has revealed he was...

by Daniella Wilson
The Drawings of Urs Graf the Elder
November 11, 2026

The Drawings of Urs Graf the Elder

Urs Graf the Elder, Prostitute Inviting Love, 1514 — Source. Many artists draw ably; a rarefied few draw with...

by Sam Flores
Katseye sparks fan concern over member’s bizarre return to stage after concussion: ‘Just cancel the tour’
November 11, 2026

Katseye sparks fan concern over member’s bizarre return to stage after concussion: ...

Katseye fans have expressed concern over band member Megan Skiendiel’s return to the stage as she recovers from a...

by Daniella Wilson

Style

Lola Bunny’s Air Jordan 3 ‘Space Jam’ Sneakers Go Hard
November 11, 2026

Lola Bunny’s Air Jordan 3 ‘Space Jam’ Sneakers Go Hard

Bugs Bunny’s got his own Space Jam Air Jordan sneaker. Now, the brand’s releasing a cutesy shoe for Miss...

by Akaay Pradhan
9 Small Men’s Winter Style Upgrades Worth Making
November 11, 2026

9 Small Men’s Winter Style Upgrades Worth Making

When winter hits, it often feels like a sartorial reawakening. You discover full-length pants again, dust your boots off...

by Akaay Pradhan
One Good Perfectly Ruined Pair of Ralph Lauren Chinos
November 11, 2026

One Good Perfectly Ruined Pair of Ralph Lauren Chinos

You’re reading One Good, a series shedding light on the tried, tested, and trusted products our editors can’t stop...

by Akaay Pradhan
The Derby-fication of Footwear
November 11, 2026

The Derby-fication of Footwear

You’re reading Shopper: Highsnobiety’s bulletin on what’s taking up headspace from the marketplace. This is an edit of November...

by Akaay Pradhan
The Best Conditioners for Fine Hair for Lightweight Hydration and Repair
November 10, 2026

The Best Conditioners for Fine Hair for Lightweight Hydration and Repair

If you have fine hair, you probably have a conditioner routine that looks a lot like mine: a tiny...

by Akaay Pradhan

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Performance metrics don’t just measure academic culture – they help create it

Performance metrics don’t just measure academic culture – they help create it

by Miika Tikkanen

Universities need ways to understand performance. Research quality, student experience, teaching outcomes, grant income, and impact all matter, and higher education cannot simply abandon accountability because measurement can be uncomfortable. But there is a problem when we treat performance measures as if they are neutral instruments. They are not. The measures universities choose, the way targets are communicated, and the consequences attached to them...

November 12, 2026
Education

Lifestyle

Strong-Sounding Argument? The Devil Is in the Premises
November 11, 2026

Strong-Sounding Argument? The Devil Is in the Premises

Life’s Happier For 5 Zodiac Signs On Angel Number Day 11/12 On November 12
November 11, 2026

Life’s Happier For 5 Zodiac Signs On Angel Number Day...

WIN a 3-Course Festive Meal for Two at Burger & Beyond
November 11, 2026

WIN a 3-Course Festive Meal for Two at Burger & Beyond

Why Bad People Manifest Faster Than You & How To Change It
November 11, 2026

Why Bad People Manifest Faster Than You & How To Change...

The ladder workout format is perfect for fast-paced home workouts
November 11, 2026

The ladder workout format is perfect for fast-paced home...

Finance Expert Shares The Taboo Question That Could Save Your Friendships
November 11, 2026

Finance Expert Shares The Taboo Question That Could Save...

5 Birth Months Experiencing Actual Success By The End Of November
November 10, 2026

5 Birth Months Experiencing Actual Success By The End Of...

The Remarkable Engineering Found in Insect Brains
November 10, 2026

The Remarkable Engineering Found in Insect Brains

The Ancient Secret to Calm and Courage
November 10, 2026

The Ancient Secret to Calm and Courage

Types of fiber—know them all to make sure you eat them all
November 10, 2026

Types of fiber—know them all to make sure you eat them all

COSM 2026: Rediscovering and Reflecting on the Human Advantage
November 10, 2026

COSM 2026: Rediscovering and Reflecting on the Human...

Harms From Megan’s Law in America
November 10, 2026

Harms From Megan’s Law in America

Happy Hybrid Helix 2026: Uncomfortable Truth at 4 Years of ChatGPT
November 10, 2026

Happy Hybrid Helix 2026: Uncomfortable Truth at 4 Years of...

A Banned Author’s Fight Against Censorship
November 10, 2026

A Banned Author’s Fight Against Censorship

Are Our Shopping Decisions Really Our Own?
November 10, 2026

Are Our Shopping Decisions Really Our Own?

11 Signs The Universe Is Stopping Something Bad From Happening To You
November 10, 2026

11 Signs The Universe Is Stopping Something Bad From...

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Performance metrics don’t just measure academic culture – they help create it
November 12, 2026

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Microsoft’s best data visual software is only  with this promo code
November 11, 2026

Microsoft’s best data visual software is only $44 with...

After midterm losses, the religious right blames Trump, voters and each other
November 11, 2026

After midterm losses, the religious right blames Trump,...

Jan. 6 rioter Jake Lang is organizing Capitol protest against midterm results. Here’s what we know
November 11, 2026

Jan. 6 rioter Jake Lang is organizing Capitol protest...

Model Alex Consani on Starring in American Horror Story and Pursuing a Career as an Actress
November 11, 2026

Model Alex Consani on Starring in American Horror Story and...

Pete Hegseth Is About to Get His Ass Kicked
November 11, 2026

Pete Hegseth Is About to Get His Ass Kicked

REVIEW & Debate

Jan. 6 rioter Jake Lang is organizing Capitol protest against midterm results. Here’s what we know

Jan. 6 rioter Jake Lang is organizing Capitol protest against midterm results. Here’s what we know

Published by José Betancourt

The claim that Christians and MAGA supporters are planning to protest the 2026 midterm election results at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 3, 2027, is still under investigation. The...

November 11, 2026
Debate
Literary Hub » Jacob Elordi will star in an adaptation of The Executioner’s Song.

Literary Hub » Jacob Elordi will star in an adaptation of The Executioner’s Song.

Published by Jenni Sidey

The Executioner's Song."/> Fresh off his Oscar-nominated turn as the Creature in Frankenstein, Jacob Elordi is set to star in and produce an adaptation of Norman Mailer’s Pulitzer prize-winning 1979...

November 11, 2026
Review

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Science

Volunteer to play the ‘bad guy’ for the TSA’s bomb-sniffing dogs
November 11, 2026

Volunteer to play the ‘bad guy’ for the TSA’s bomb-sniffing dogs

Want to play with dogs at the airport and have it be for a good cause? Well, boy, do...

by Miika Tikkanen
Democrats are at Cop31 to show that the US has not abandoned the fight against climate change
November 11, 2026

Democrats are at Cop31 to show that the US has not abandoned the fight against...

The results of the US midterms on November 3 delivered a resounding victory for the Democrats, and a major...

by Miika Tikkanen
Did comets bring building blocks of life to Earth? Scientists aren’t so sure anymore
November 11, 2026

Did comets bring building blocks of life to Earth? Scientists aren’t so sure...

Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter The origin of life on Earth remains a...

by Miika Tikkanen
A Startup Wants to Fight AI Bioweapons With AI
November 11, 2026

A Startup Wants to Fight AI Bioweapons With AI

Frontier AI labs have warned that their technology could help develop dangerous bioweapons. Now, a startup says it has...

by Miika Tikkanen
More people could count as obese under newly proposed definition — here’s what you need to know
November 11, 2026

More people could count as obese under newly proposed definition — here’s...

Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Obesity is linked to a range of health...

by Miika Tikkanen
The Temperamental Nature of Alligator Gender-Reveal Parties
November 11, 2026

The Temperamental Nature of Alligator Gender-Reveal Parties

Human embryos grow at a comfortable temperature just a bit warmer than the mother’s body. Reptile embryos, however, are...

by Miika Tikkanen

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