Jack Kirby Was a Youngster From the Lower East Side Who Evolved into the ‘Royalty of Comics’ and Created Superhero Lore. Now, New York City Has Designated a Street in His Honor

The creator who collaborated on Captain America and other legendary figures is being celebrated in the area where he was raised Samantha Baskind | Museums Correspondent May 7, 2026 3:31 p.m. Comic book creator Jack Kirby puffs a pipe at San Diego Comic Con, August 1973 Clay Geerdes / Getty Images At the intersection of Delancey and Essex Streets on […]

An Examination of Sir David Attenborough’s Forecasts for 2030 and Future Perspectives in Celebration of His Imminent 100th Birthday

The Heritage of Sir David Attenborough Image: Danielwilke1 via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0) Sir David Attenborough, the most cherished naturalist on the globe, is reaching 100 years old on May 8. To commemorate this milestone, numerous events are occurring to honor him and his influence. These include a week of exceptional programming on the BBC and a star-filled concert […]

Prior to ‘The Kiss,’ Gustav Klimt Received His Initial Major Art Commission at This Austrian Theater. Now Guests Have the Opportunity to View His Ceiling Murals Up Close for the First Time

In his youth, the artist who would later gain fame for incorporating gold leaf into portraits was awarded a Golden Cross of Merit by an emperor for his contributions to Vienna’s Burgtheater Mary Randolph | Correspondent May 7, 2026 3:13 p.m. The artwork on the ceiling of the Burgtheater illustrates the history of Western theater. C.Stadler/Bwag via Wikimedia Commons under […]

FDA-Certified At-Home Brain Stimulation Gadget Seeks to Address Depression by Altering Patients’ Brain Excitability

The Evolution of Mental Wellness A Smithsonian magazine exclusive report The treatment features a Bluetooth headset that patients can link to an app on their smartphones. It could signify a transformation in mental health therapy Margherita Bassi | Daily Correspondent May 7, 2026 12:39 p.m. The treatment entails using a headset during multiple at-home sessions. Flow Neuroscience via Facebook Late […]

Chonkers the Enormous Sea Lion Attracted Throng to San Francisco’s Renowned Pier 39. Then, a New Plump Sensation Usurped His Identity

The Steller sea lion made a rare appearance at the pier, typically frequented by smaller California sea lions. Nevertheless, he might have departed days prior, during which a colossal individual of the more common species misled observers Sara Hashemi | Daily Correspondent May 7, 2026 12:19 p.m. Chonkers, a Steller sea lion, is significantly larger than his smaller California sea […]

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**This Week in Community: Celebrating Influential Figures and Critical Conversations** **Highlighting Garment Workers in New York City** Brooklyn-based tailor and community leader, Hafeez Raza, was celebrated alongside five other essential workers in the fashion industry, in a project spotlighted by Mayor Zohran Mamdani. These workers, captured by photographer Kara McCurdy, embody the true spirit of fashion away from the glitz […]

Urban Birds Appear to Be More Afraid of Women Than Men—and Researchers Are Uncertain Why

The research investigated 37 avian species in urban areas across five European nations. On average, the birds allowed men to approach roughly three feet closer than women before taking flight. Rudy Molinek | Reporter May 7, 2026 10:00 a.m. The European green woodpecker was among the most cautious species observed Alexis Lours via Wikimedia Commons under CC BY 4.0 In […]