Author: Pudgy Cat

The History of Internet Forums: From BBS to Discord

How dial-up BBS communities, Usenet, web forums, and Discord connect—and why searchable, lasting conversations still matter.

Wuthering Heights Arrives on HBO Max, With the Adaptation Debate Intact

Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi’s Wuthering Heights is on HBO Max. Its chart presence does not settle the arguments about Emerald Fennell’s adaptation.

The Golden Orb Mystery Points to a Giant Deep-Sea Anemone

Researchers identify the golden orb found off Alaska as a remnant of a deep-sea anemone’s base, using microscopic clues and genetic comparisons.

Kneecap’s Fenian Arrives After the Court Case, With More Than Headlines to Discuss

Kneecap’s Fenian is out on Heavenly. What the March court decision meant, and how early reviews approach the music beyond the controversy.

The 14-Year Life of It’s Gonna Be May, the Meme That Refuses to Retire

The annual Justin Timberlake joke traces back to 2012. How a lyric, a Tumblr image, and a calendar turned into a recurring internet ritual.

Soyuz-5 Makes Its First Suborbital Test Flight From Baikonur

Soyuz-5 flew its first test on April 30 from Kazakhstan’s Baiterek complex. What the reported success shows, and what remains to be demonstrated.

Japan Names 40°C Days “Kokushobi”—Because “Cruelly Hot” Fits

Japan adopts kokushobi for days reaching 40°C. The public consultation, the heat vocabulary, and why the name differs from a heatstroke alert.

Hachette Workers Launch a Major Union Campaign—and Want AI Protections in Writing

Hachette workers are seeking union recognition, fairer conditions and AI protections. What the campaign has announced—and what remains to negotiate.

The Onion’s Infowars Licence Plan Hits Another Court-Ordered Pause

The Onion’s proposed Infowars licence faces a temporary court hold. What the April 29 order means—and why May 28 is a hearing, not a launch date.

Inside Speedrunning: How Categories, Glitches, and GDQ Charity Marathons Work

A practical guide to speedrun categories, splits, tool-assisted runs, recording, and GDQ charity events—with clear advice for your first attempt.