Rapper Rob Base has died after a battle with cancer. He was 59. His team shared the news of his death on his Instagram page. Base was one half of the Harlem hip-hop duo Rob Base & DJ E-Z Rock.

Sharing again for the Bank Holiday crowd: My review of A Way to Die: The Films of John Balance and Peter Christopherson joyzine.org/2026/05/16/f...

The History of COUM Transmissions & Throbbing Gristle : 'Other, Like Me' documentary from 2020

These 8 Democrats voted to pass a national ban on trans teachers and mention of LGBTQ topics. Rep Henry Cuellar (TX) Rep. Don Davis (NC) Rep. Cleo Fields (LA) Rep. Laura Gillen (NY) Rep. Vicente González (TX) Rep. Marcy Kaptur (OH) Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (WA) Rep. Eugene Vindman (VA)

Ukraine’s fight is our fight, their cause is our cause, and their independence will be our victory. To the Ukrainian communities in Canada and around the world celebrating their culture, identity, and traditions this Vyshyvanka Day: Canada stands with you.

“Ian was actually loads of fun…” On the anniversary of Joy Division frontman Ian Curtis’ death, bandmates, friends and family help to unravel the story of an artist torn apart by love, epilepsy and duty.

Those various times Danielle Smith partied with the real leaders of the Alberta Separatist movement.

Celebrating the Hollywood iconoclast Dennis Hopper. Legendary actor, writer, director, painter & photographer, BOTD in 1936. 🤠❤️ On the Criterion Channel you can watch Hopper in THE AMERICAN FRIEND, OUT OF THE BLUE (which he directed) & BASQUIAT, as well as a very memorable episode FISHING WITH JOHN

Wishing a very happy 80th birthday to the genius filth maestro himself, John Waters! 💋 🎞️ 💜🦩Which of his perverse cinematic pleasures will you be enjoying today? You can watch our edition of MULTIPLE MANIACS on the Criterion Channel alongside Waters’ fabulous episode of ADVENTURES IN MOVIEGOING!

Toronto 04/14/26 - SUNN O)))

This week’s main story is about Viktor Orbán, the prime minister of Hungary and the longest serving current head of government in the EU, why conservatives in the US are so invested in him maintaining power, and some thoughts on the mathematical possibilities of toilet paper.

This week’s main story is about the potential 48th president – J.D. Vance – and some of his lesser-known views. Watch our full segment to see what the heir apparent of the MAGA movement envisions for the future of America.

George Carlin on Declaring War on Major Issues

The installation, titled Above and Beyond, hangs in the National Veterans Art Museum in Chicago. It includes over 58,000 replica tags, one for each American soldier killed or missing in action during the Vietnam War.

How Hans Zimmer Created the Otherworldly Soundtrack for Dune

Jello Biafra hospitalized after suffering a stroke www.brooklynvegan.com/jello-biafra...

With billions in new funding, ICE is buying the most powerful surveillance gear on earth to spy on civilians. In our latest video, we expose the scariest ways that ICE are spying on people, and break down how the tech actually works... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b1K7yLWs2DM

“I Was a US Intelligence Analyst. Israel and the US Are Lying to You About Iran” Debunking 7 key lies behind Trump and Netanyahu’s new Middle East regime change war. Ex-US defense intelligence analyst Harrison Mann for Zeteo:

A billionaire just went on one of the biggest podcasts in the world and said America is heading for civil war.

86 years ago today, Woody Guthrie penned “This Land Is Your Land” in response to Irving Berlin’s “God Bless America.”

In Raja Ampat, Indonesia, a massive whale gently swam beside local children, letting them laugh, splash, and even climb on its back. A wild, unscripted moment of trust between kids and nature that stunned the world and reminded us how magical the ocean can be. 🫶

Laurie Spiegel’s Music Mouse now available from Eventide @eventideaudio.bsky.social www.eventideaudio.com/software/mus...

Sex work is work. Solidarity to these workers as they unionize. And kudos to my @wbng.org parent union, @cwaunion.bsky.social, for supporting the organizing. www.cbsnews.com/news/sex-wor...

RIP Simon Harris.

We’re back! And a lot has happened since we’ve been away. This week’s main story concerns unrest in Minnesota, murders committed by ICE and CBP agents, and the massive entity overseeing it all: the Department of Homeland Security. Plus, some stuff about Business Shrek – sorry, “Tom Homan.”

He called it decades ago, but the world was snoring. Fast forward to now? Most people are still hitting snooze. It’s a total tragedy.

Munich, Germany

Not sure if Man United owner Jim Ratcliffe will see this being as he literally migrated to Monaco to avoid paying tax in the UK, but we wanted to put this up outside the stadium anyway…. 📍 Old Trafford, Matt Busby Way

Kid Rock Sells Entire Music Catalog For Extra-Large Bucket Of Cheese Balls

For Henry Rollins, music is the antidote to the "tough haul" of human existence. Today, the punk icon turns 65.

"A modern-day concentration camp ... People have been killed by the staff here." Irish citizen Seamus Culleton has been in ICE detention since September, despite having a valid work permit and his own business in the US.

He only smiles when he's doing the couch cushion watusi

Fred Smith, Television bassist, dead at 77 www.brooklynvegan.com/fred-smith-t...

Happy birthday Bill

The Powerful Messages That Woody Guthrie & Pete Seeger Inscribed on Their Guitar & Banjo: “This Machine Kills Fascists” and “This Machine Surrounds Hate and Forces it to Surrender”

"If it looks like fascism, sounds like fascism, acts like fascism, dresses like fascism, talks like fascism, kills like fascism, and lies like fascism - brothers and sisters, it's fucking fascism."

Peter Dinklage recites poem for Renee Good who was killed by ICE.

Bruce Springsteen in Minneapolis earlier today. Please share and let this ring out from sea to shining sea. ICE out now!

He said only the best people, so why are these considered his best?

Roger Ebert. 🤣😂🤣😂

Happy Birthday my dearest lover 😍😘💋💋

R.I.P. legendary drummer Sly Dunbar www.treblezine.com/r-i-p-legend...

A message from Greenland 🇬🇱

Board of Peace - Season 1

War Child Records presents ‘HELP(2)’ - the new collaborative album, out 6th March 2026. We made this album to help. You can help too. Pre-order now: warchildrecs.ffm.to/help2 All proceeds from this album support War Child's work with children living through conflict. <Credit to JG / Academy>

Rest In Peace Bob Weir! The singer, guitarist & Grateful Dead founding member has died at age 78. 💔 We were honored to host a performance with Bob Weir at Amoeba Hollywood back in 2016 for his solo album "Blue Mountain" and to chat with him for a special "What's In My Bag?" episode.

Hüsker Dü’s miracle year wasn’t because of happenstance or good luck; it was due to hard work, inner strength, and a big, unforgettable sound.