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Do people become less creative as they get older? Research makes surprising discovery
A new study finds adults outperform preschoolers on creative tasks but feel less confident and more anxious doing them, challenging assumptions about age and creativity.
Scientists overcome a hidden obstacle to more powerful quantum computers
Researchers at RIKEN have demonstrated highly accurate control of multiple silicon spin qubits operating simultaneously, overcoming a major challenge for scaling up quantum computers.
Aspiring Accreditor Approves First Institution
The Commission for Public Higher Education, a newly established accreditor, has approved Florida Polytechnic University as its first institution, though it still lacks federal recognition.
Trainline, Virgin Atlantic and Red Driving School investigated over hidden fees
The UK’s Competition and Markets Authority has opened formal investigations into Trainline, Virgin Atlantic, and Red Driving School over allegations of misleading pricing practices that fail to disclose mandatory fees upfront.
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Oscars: Canada Picks ‘Nina Roza’ as Best International Feature Selection
Canada has selected “Nina Roza,” a transatlantic co-production drama, as its official entry for best international feature at the 99th Academy Awards.
Shannon Wallace, Curtiss Cook, Lauren E. Banks, Liv Symone, Jason Dirden Join Starz Black Rodeo Drama
Five actors have joined the cast of an untitled Starz drama series set in the Black rodeo world of Southeast Texas, which received an eight-episode order in April.
‘Bel-Air’ Spinoff ‘Hilary’ Starring Coco Jones in Development at Peacock
Peacock is developing “Hilary,” a spinoff of the drama series “Bel-Air” starring Coco Jones in the lead role, with writer-producer Tracy Oliver attached to the project.
‘The Flintstones’ Live-Action Movie in the Works at Warner Bros. From Producer Ryan Gosling
Warner Bros. is developing a live-action The Flintstones film produced by Ryan Gosling and Jessie Henderson, currently in early development and focused on the character Bamm-Bamm Rubble.
Shell’s profits more than double after jump in oil and gas prices
Shell’s net profit more than doubled to $9.8bn in the second quarter as global oil and gas prices surged following Middle East disruptions, marking its second-highest quarterly earnings on record.
BP boss urges Burnham to prioritise UK oil and gas even as firm exits North Sea
BP’s chief executive urged the UK government to prioritize domestic oil and gas production even as the company prepares to exit its North Sea operations after 60 years, citing job creation and tax revenue benefits.
BP to develop offshore gasfield in Venezuela with firms linked to Trump administration
BP plans to develop an offshore gasfield in Venezuela with partners linked to the Trump administration, marking one of the first major foreign energy investments since the US-backed leadership change.
UK risks running out of gas by 2030s, ministers told
The UK faces potential gas shortages in the 2030s unless the government takes unprecedented action to support aging infrastructure, according to official assessments and consultation findings.
Sunrun Shifts Away from Affiliates to Direct Sales
Sunrun, the largest U.S. rooftop solar installer, is shifting from affiliate sales channels to direct sales, adding 1,500 representatives in the second quarter amid challenges from partner bankruptcies.
Cleveland-Cliffs Redirects Half a Billion Dollars in Clean Steel Funding to Coal at Middletown Works
Cleveland-Cliffs abandoned plans to transition Middletown Works steel mill to clean energy, redirecting $500 million in federal funding toward continuing coal-based production instead.
ICYMI: Enbridge’s Line 5 Has Another Frac Out As Reroute Challenge And Intimidation Concerns Escalate
Another drilling fluid spill occurred during Enbridge’s Line 5 reroute construction in Wisconsin, the latest in a series of incidents as legal challenges to the project proceed in court.
Hydrogen Is Still A Tonnes Market, No Matter How Many MWh We Assign To It
Global hydrogen demand surpassed 100 million tonnes in 2025, with nearly all consumption concentrated in traditional industrial uses like refining and fertilizer production rather than emerging energy applications.