Mushroom fans rejoice. Adult Swim has ordered a second season of its animated hit Common Side Effects. This is happening just ahead of the finale of the first season, which airs this weekend.For the uninitiated, Common Side Effects is something of an odd duck. Its a cartoon, but its more of a thriller than a comedy. Mike Judge (Silicon Valley, King of the Hill) and Greg Daniels (The Office, Parks and Recreation) are onboard as executive producers, so there are some jokes. I guess it could be called a dramedy, but comedic thriller seems more apt.The plot follows two former high school lab partners who discover a mystical mushroom that can cure just about every disease. This forces them to go on the run from the DEA, big pharma and shadowy business entities. The animation style is certainly unique, and may not be for everyone, but the show really comes into its own after a few episodes.The voice cast includes Mike Judge, who played both Beavis and Butt-Head, and Martha Kelly, who starred in the animated Carol & the End of the World. Shes also fantastic in Baskets and absolutely terrifying in the second season of Euphoria. The remaining cast includes Joseph Lee Anderson, Dave King and Emily Pendergast.Along with the renewal announcement, Adult Swim president Michael Ouweleen called the show a boundary-pushing and genre-defining piece of television. He also praised fans for lighting up socials to spread the word.Common Side Effects was created by Steve Hely, who wrote for American Dad and 30 Rock, and Joe Bennett, who made the criminally underrated (and now cancelled) Scavengers Reign. The pair said their goal for the show is to transform planet Earth and restore the human spirit but that theyll settle for a second season.This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/entertainment/tv-movies/common-side-effects-has-been-renewed-for-a-second-season-by-adult-swim-173256630.html?src=rss

Tomorrow Saturday, March 29 a solar eclipse will darken the skies. Unlike the Great American Eclipse of 2024, though, this will not be a total eclipse; instead, a partial eclipse will be visible in the early morning hours in parts of the northern hemisphere.While this time will lack the dramatic "totality" of the 2024 event, a partial eclipse is still worth seeing. The sun will not be fully obscured, but with proper eye protection, you will be able to see the moon take a bite out of the sun. And there's a catch, but it's also an opportunity: This eclipse will occur at sunrise in North America, meaning the sun will just barely be above the horizon. But that timing offers viewers the chance to see the famed devil horns a crescent of solar light emerging from behind the moon.When can you watch this partial solar eclipse, and those devil horns? Lets talk about how to safely watch this eclipse.What areas will experience the partial solar eclipse, and when?The partial solar eclipse will be visible in areas of the northern hemisphere. It will be visible at sunrise in eastern North America and sunset in Siberia, Russia on Saturday, March 29. In Europe, it can be viewed around mid-morning. But the events footprint will be limited: No eclipse will be visible west of Toronto, Canada, and Washington, DC in North America.NASAThis global map of the partial solar eclipse from NASA is more than a little confusing, but heres how to read it. The yellow curve is the path of the partial solar eclipse, moving from west to east. The lighter colored yellow curves give the percent obscuration of the sun. (In other words, how much of the sun is covered by the moon depends on where you are and when youre looking.)Most of Europe will only see around a 20 percent obscuration (with the exception of Greenland and Iceland), for example, while the extreme northeastern part of the United States will see up to 89 percent of the sun covered. The Nunavik region of Quebec will see maximum obscuration of 94 percent. The green lines on the map show the eclipses progress over time. Times are given in UTC, which is four hours ahead of Eastern Daylight Time.However, sunrise and sunset makes things more complicated. This is depicted on the map by the orange loop. The left side of the loop (over the Great Lakes in the United States) shows where the eclipse ends at sunrise. Therefore, the eclipse is not visible west of that orange line. The right side of the loop is where the eclipse begins at sunrise.That means to see the maximum partial solar eclipse at sunrise, its best to be along that blue line running down the middle of the orange loop. (Its worth noting that the eclipse will also be visible across a narrow part of Siberia, but at sunset rather than sunrise thats what the other half of the orange loop depicts).If it seems incredibly confusing, thats because it is indeed incredibly confusing. Some places with maximum obscuration will have a shorter eclipse duration because the partial eclipse will start before sunrise. The sun will also be low to the horizon in North America, so any viewing location will need to be above tall trees with a clear view of sunrise. In Europe, the viewing locations will be easier because the sun will be higher in the sky but the sun will not be as obscured.For example, in Bar Harbor, Maine, the sun will rise at 6:19AM, and the maximum eclipse will be at 6:22AM, with 80 percent of the sun obscured. The partial eclipse will end at 7:11 am. Technically though, the eclipse will begin at 5:26 am ET, but because that's before sunrise, Mainers will be cheated out of about half their potential eclipse viewing time.Moving south, the best view will be through coastal New England, then down through Boston, New York City and Philadelphia.The path basically ends in Washington, DC, where just 1.2 percent of the sun will be obscured at 6:59AM ET.NASAAccording to Time and Date, only 44,800 people will see a 90 percent partial eclipse, while 3,820,000 will see an 80 percent. Thats a far cry from the 30 million people in the path of totality for the 2024 total solar eclipse.Will a total solar eclipse be visible in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean?No, there is nowhere on Earth that a total solar eclipse will be visible for this event. For any solar eclipse to happen, the sun, the moon and the Earth need to line up. However, because the moon doesnt orbit in the same plane as the sun and the Earth, eclipses are rare.A partial solar eclipse, like the one occurring on March 29, occurs when the moon passes between the sun and the Earth, but its not perfectly lined up. As a result, the sun will have a crescent shape as if the moon took a bite out of the sun but it will never be fully obscured as it is during a total eclipse.How long will the partial eclipse last?The visible duration of the eclipse depends on where you are, and what time sunrise (or sunset) is at your location. But globally, the eclipse will begin at 4:50 am ET (8:50AM UTC). The maximum eclipse will occur at 6:47AM ET (10:47AM UTC), and the event will end at 8:43AM ET (12:43PM UTC). Keep in mind, though, that this doesnt mean the entire partial eclipse will be almost four hours long in any given location because this is just for the extreme edges of the event.Whats the weather forecast along the viewing line?Its spring across the Northern Hemisphere, which generally means unfavorable weather for any sky viewing. The Weather Channels senior digital meteorologist Chris Dolce said that cloud cover, and even rain and snow, may be likely in the northeastern United States during the eclipse, so its not great news there, unfortunately.If its just a partial eclipse, do I need eye protection?Anything that involves looking at the sun, even just 5 or 10 percent of the sun, requires eye protection. The sun can damage your retinas quickly, painlessly and often irreversibly.If you have solar viewers left from the 2024 eclipse, and they are undamaged, theyll work just fine for this one too. According to the American Astronomical Society (AAS), modern eclipse glasses do not expire. Its worth checking them out thoroughly, though, making sure there are no rips, tears or scratches across the lenses and that the filters and lenses are still attached to the frame.Solar eclipse glasses can be difficult to purchase at the last minute, so its always good to keep them around. However, if you donated or trashed your previous pair (or didnt buy them in the first place), you can buy them online with some caution. Make sure any solar viewers conform to the ISO 12312-2:2015(E) international safety standard, and check the manufacturer against this list of brands from the AAS. Counterfeit eclipse glasses were rampant leading up the 2024 eclipse.Celestron is a reliable manufacturer of solar viewer equipment, and the companys eclipse glasses are readily available on Amazon for a low price, though youll need fast shipping at this late dateWhat are some cool things to look out for during this eclipse?A unique feature of solar eclipses during sunrise is you may be able to see the famed devil horns, depending on where you are. When the sun rises during an eclipse (and therefore the sun is low on the horizon), as the crescent sun rises, it can look like devil horns coming up out of the ground.An earlier sunrise partial eclipse over Rice Lake, Ontario shows the "devil horns" phenomenon.John Fader via Getty ImagesIts best to target Maine, New Brunswick, and Quebec (along the blue line in the NASA map) to see this phenomenon.Additionally, the sun is currently at or near solar maximum, which means that our star is basically at the peak of its 11-year solar cycle. Scientists determined that the sun hit the highest level of solar activity in October 2024, and this will continue for a year or so. This means that there may be sunspots visible on the surface of the sun when the eclipse hits. (For context, heres what the sun looks like right now, courtesy of NASAs Solar Dynamics Observatory.) If you have solar binoculars or a solar telescope, this will make them much easier to see.Can I just point a telescope or camera at the sun?If youre asking yourself this question, you probably already know the answer: Nope! Not without a solar filter. Whether its a phone camera, binoculars, a telescope or a mirrorless camera, the sun can do extreme damage to this kind of equipment. (On Apollo 12, astronaut Alan Bean accidentally pointed a television camera at the sun, irreparably damaging it. Dont do this!)You can pick up solar filters at a camera store or online, or in a pinch, you can just use an extra pair of solar viewers. Simply remove the film and tape it over your smartphone camera, but dont look at the sun when aiming the camera unless youre wearing solar viewers as well. If you are interested in looking at the sun regularly, a pair of solar binoculars with a permanently attached filter is a great idea.This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/science/space/partial-solar-eclipse-where-and-when-to-see-the-sunrise-event-on-march-29-144238528.html?src=rss

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President Donald Trumpmoved Thursday to end collective bargaining with federal labor unions in agencies with national security missions across the federal government, citing authority granted him under a 1978 law.The order, signed without public fanfare and announced late Thursday, appears to touch most of the federal government. Affected agencies include the Departments of State, Defense, Veterans Affairs, Energy, Health and Human Services, Treasury, Justice and Commerce, and the part of Homeland Security responsible for border security.Police and firefighters will continue to collectively bargain.Trump said the Civil Service Reform Act of 1978 gives him the authority to end collective bargaining with federal unions in these agencies because of their role in safeguarding national security.The American Federation of Government Employees, which represents 820,000 federal and D.C. government workers, said late Thursday that it is preparing immediate legal action and will fight relentlessly to protect our rights, our members, and all working Americans from these unprecedented attacks.President Trumps latest executive order is a disgraceful and retaliatory attack on the rights of hundreds of thousands of patriotic American civil servantsnearly one-third of whom are veteranssimply because they are members of a union that stands up to his harmful policies, AFGE National President Everett Kelley said.AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler said in a statement, Its clear that this order is punishment for unions who are leading the fight against the administrations illegal actions in courtand a blatant attempt to silence us. She also vowed, We will fight this outrageous attack on our members with every fiber of our collective being.The announcement builds on previous moves by the Trump administration to erode collective bargaining rights in the government.Earlier this month, DHS said it wasending the collective bargaining agreementwith the tens of thousands of frontline employees at the Transportation Security Administration. The TSA union called it an unprovoked attack and vowed to fight it.A White House fact sheet on Thursdays announcement says that Certain Federal unions have declared war on President Trumps agenda and that Trump refuses to let union obstruction interfere with his efforts to protect Americans and our national interests.President Trump supports constructive partnerships with unions who work with him; he will not tolerate mass obstruction that jeopardizes his ability to manage agencies with vital national security missions, the White House said.Darlene Superville, Associated Press

After decades of partnership with the U.S. government, colleges are facing new doubts about the future of their federal funding.President Donald Trumps administration has been using the funding spigot to seek compliance with his agenda, cutting off money to schools including Columbia University and the University of Pennsylvania. All the while, universities across the country are navigating cuts to grants for research institutions.The squeeze on higher education underscores how much American colleges depend on the federal governmenta provider of grants and contracts that have amounted to close to half the total revenue of some research universities, according to an Associated Press analysis.It adds up to a crisis for universities, and a problem for the country as a whole, say school administrators and advocates for academic freedom. Americas scientific and medical research capabilities are tightly entwined with its universities as part of a compact that started after World War II to develop national expertise and knowledge.It feels like any day, any university could step out of line in some way and then have all of their funding pulled, said Jonathan Friedman, managing director of free expression programs at PEN America.Tens of billions of dollars are at stakeThe AP analysis looked at federal funding for nearly 100 colleges currently under investigation for programs the administration has deemed as illegally pushing diversity, equity, and inclusion, or for not doing enough to combat anti-Semitism. Those schools took in over $33 billion in federal revenue in the 20222023 academic year. Thats before taking into account federal student aid, which represents billions more in tuition and room-and-board payments.For most of the schools, around 10% to 13% of their revenue came from federal contracts or research funding, according to the analysis. For some prestigious research universities, however, federal money represented up to half of their revenue.The AP analyzed data from the National Center for Education Statistics and federal audit reports, with help from researchers Jason Cohn and James Carter at the Urban Institute.Perhaps no school is more vulnerable than Johns Hopkins University, which received $4 billion in federal funds, close to 40% of its revenue, according to the analysis. Much of that went to defense research, paying for projects like missile design, submarine technology, and precision tracking systems in outer space. Billions of dollars also went to medical research for topics such as immunology and transplants, aging, neuroscience, and mental health.Johns Hopkins is facing an anti-Semitism investigation, which threatens its federal money, but already it has been feeling the effects of cuts to research grants from the National Institutes of Health and other federal agencies. Earlier this month, it announced 2,200 layoffs.We face challenging times for the patients and families that rely on us for cures and treatments, and for the researchers dedicated to the pursuit of improving the health of all Americans, the university said in a statement.Trump extracted concessions from ColumbiaTrump has singled out Columbia University, making an example of the Ivy League school by withholding $400 million in federal money. The administration repeatedly accused Columbia of letting anti-Semitism go unchecked at protests against Israel that began at the New York City university last spring and quickly spread to other campusesa characterization disputed by those involved in the demonstrations.As a precondition for restoring that moneyalong with billions more in future grantsthe Republican administration demanded unprecedented changes in university policy. Columbias decision last week to bow to those demands, in part to salvage ongoing research projects at its labs and medical center, has been criticized by some faculty and free speech groups as capitulating to an intrusion on academic freedom.At the White House on Wednesday, Trump expressed satisfaction with the pressure campaign on colleges.You see what were doing with the colleges, and theyre all bending and saying, Sir, thank you very much, we appreciate it,' Trump said during an event for Womens History Month.In the 20222023 academic year, Columbia got close to a fifth of its revenue from federal sources, around $1.2 billion. An audit shows that much of Columbias federal money went to research and development, including $166 million for global AIDS programs, $99 million to study aging, $28 million for cancer biology, and $24 million for drug abuse and addiction research.A new approach on enforcement of civil rights lawsFederal law allows the Education Department to terminate funding to colleges that violate civil rights laws, but only after taking certain steps. Title VI of the law says the department must first make a formal finding of noncompliance, offer a hearing, notify Congress, and then wait 30 days before pulling aid.But the Trump administration has a new strategy, moving quickly from demands to penalties with little room for negotiating, and little indication of due process, legal experts say.At Penn, the administration suspended $175 million in federal funding from the Defense Department and the Department of Health and Human Services over a transgender swimmer who last competed for the school in 2022. The White House said the action came out of a review of discretionary money going to universities.It looks like much of the playbook is intimidation, more so than actual substantiated legal findings, said Michael Pillera, director of educational equity issues at the Lawyers Committee for Civil Rights Under Law. I think all of this is designed as an attempt to intimidate all universities, not just the institutions under investigation.The cuts and the uncertainty have led some universities to accept fewer graduate students, cutting off pathways to careers. Many graduate students in science programs receive scholarships and stipends that come from federal research grants.Purdue University senior Alyssa Johnson had been planning to pursue graduate research on amphibian diseases, and she was accepted into one of three schools she applied to. She said one of the schools appeared to have limited their acceptances to preemptively avoid funding concerns. But given her application experience, the changing landscape of research, and her shifting interests, she decided to change her course of study to something she felt would help build trust between scientists and the public.I kind of went through a little bit of career crisis, which was definitely catalyzed by whats going on with the current administration and their attitudes toward science and science communication, Johnson said.AP writers Kasturi Pananjady, Cheyanne Mumphrey and Chris Megerian contributed to this report.The Associated Press education coverage receives financial support from multiple private foundations. AP is solely responsible for all content. Find APs standards for working with philanthropies, a list of supporters and funded coverage areas at AP.org.Sharon Lurye and Jocelyn Gecker, AP Education Writers

The exclusive chronometer once belonging to the initial lunar explorera luxurious commemorative creation gifted after mankinds monumental celestial journeywill soon change hands. This remarkable golden instrument symbolizes much more than exquisite craftsmanship. It exists as a physical link to arguably humanitys grandest achievement, when an individual first placed footprints upon another celestial body.Designer: OMEGAA specialized broker will present this extraordinary item during a live gathering planned for April 17, 2025, at an upscale establishment in Cambridge, Massachusetts.Celestial Achievement Memorialized Through HorologyFollowing humanitys triumphant voyage beyond Earth, craftsmen fashioned just 26 such commemorative golden instruments. Each was bestowed exclusively upon space program personnelboth alive and rememberedas personalized acknowledgments of their contributions toward cosmic exploration.The initial moonwalker received his during an elegant celebration at a Houston establishment on November 25, 1969, months after his revolutionary achievement. The timing of this ceremonial bestowal underscores the immediate recognition of this missions profound significance throughout civilization.What distinguishes this particular example beyond others remains its direct association with the pioneering individual who made that historic first step. While similar models accompanied all lunar missions, this golden variant celebrates the pinnacle accomplishment of the entire program. Its availability represents an exceptionally uncommon chance for enthusiasts and institutions alike.The timepiece awaiting acquisition transcends ordinary examples. It belongs within an exclusive collection created specifically to honor mankinds greatest exploratory triumph. Every piece carries immense cultural weight, yet this particular examplegiven its connection to the mission commanderoccupies a category entirely its own.Distinctive Design Elements of an Extraterrestrial HeirloomMarked as number 17 within the limited series, this chronograph showcases extraordinary aesthetic and structural characteristics distinguishing it from standard versions. The piece features a precious yellow metal housing mirroring the iconic shape and measurements of traditional steel models. Its distinctive burgundy circular marker contains the cherished placement of certain numerical indicators. The precious metal face subtly indicates its composition alongside geographic manufacturing origin, complemented by contrasting indicators with luminous central portions.The 18K gold case displays alternating brushed and polished surfacesa hallmark of fine watchmaking that creates visual interest through light reflection. The top surfaces of the lugs feature straight-grained brushing, while the sides exhibit mirror polishing, creating a sophisticated interplay of textures. This finishing technique requires considerable skill, with each surface transition precisely defined to create clean, sharp boundaries between different treatments.The visual language speaks of both luxury and functionalitya harmonious balance between ceremonial significance and the utilitarian heritage from which it derives. The warm glow of the gold case contrasts beautifully with the deep burgundy bezel, creating a visual warmth absent in the standard steel versions. This color combination became a signature aesthetic for commemorative pieces from this manufacturer.The gold dial features a subtle sunburst pattern that catches light differently depending on viewing angle. This surface treatment adds depth and dimension to what might otherwise be a flat expanse of precious metal. The applied hour markersfaceted onyx set in gold framescreate precise points of contrast against this background, enhancing legibility while adding visual sophistication.The caseback features a specially engraved inscription honoring the astronaut by name, listing both his earlier mission and the historic lunar landing. Accompanying this personalization is a profound inscription that reads: To mark humanitys conquest of space with time, through time, on time. This thoughtfully crafted phrase captures how precision timekeeping intersected with humanitys greatest exploratory achievement.The bracelet construction demonstrates equal attention to detail, with each link individually finished before assembly. The hollow link design, while period-correct for the era, required precise manufacturing to maintain structural integrity while minimizing weight. The clasp mechanism incorporates a hidden locking system that maintains security while preserving aesthetic cleanliness.The housing contains a renowned mechanical heartthe same fundamental mechanism that powered standard models worn during actual missions. Even the movement finishing, though largely hidden behind the solid caseback, received meticulous attention. The copper-colored surface of the caliber 861 features circular graining on plates and bridges, with polished screw heads and chamfered edges on functional components. This level of finishing, while invisible during normal wear, speaks to the manufacturers commitment to comprehensive quality.The chronograph measures 42mm across its golden case, housing this mechanical powerhouse known for exceptional reliability. This particular movement represents the evolution of the manufacturers chronograph technology, refined through years of development and actual space testing. The burgundy bezel features precise markings for calculating elapsed time, while onyx hour markers set in gold frames provide a striking contrast against the metallic dial.Examining the bracelet reveals meticulous craftsmanship with hollow links characteristic of the era, culminating in a 14mm clasp decorated with subtle brand insignia. The overall aesthetic balances luxurious materials with functional design elements that maintain continuity with its steel counterparts, actually worn during missions.The Artistic Language of CommemorationThe design vocabulary of this chronograph tells a fascinating story about how utilitarian instruments transform into cultural artifacts. The manufacturer maintained the exact proportions and ergonomics of the flight-qualified versions, including the characteristic asymmetrical case shape with protective shoulders around the crown and pushers. This design element proved crucial during spacewalks, protecting against accidental activation or damage.What makes this design approach particularly noteworthy is how it honors function while transforming materials. The transition from stainless steel to precious metal changes nothing about the forma testament to the original designs integrity and significance. The chronograph retains its professional timing scales, its legible dial arrangement, and its robust construction principles.The dial layout maintains the tri-compax arrangement of subdials at 3, 6, and 9 oclock positionsdisplaying running seconds, chronograph minutes, and chronograph hours respectively. This familiar layout ensured operational consistency between commemorative and functional versions. The hands retain their distinctive shapesstraight chronograph seconds hand with counterbalance, broad arrow hour hand, and slender minute handall executed in gold with black accents for legibility.The bezel insert, crafted from burgundy aluminum rather than the black found on standard models, features the coveted dot over ninety configurationa detail cherished by enthusiasts for its connection to early production examples. This subtle variation adds both visual warmth and collector significance to the piece.Authentication and ProvenanceEstablishing legitimacy remains crucial for items carrying such historical importance. The chronograph includes official documentation from its creator, confirming its authenticity and significance as a Special numbered edition celebrating the lunar landing. This certification provides the essential background necessary for collectors seeking museum-quality treasures.The son of the famed explorer has confirmed that his father wore this chronograph during important occasions, adding personal context to this already significant piece. His involvement in the current process further validates the items authenticity and importance. This personal connection transforms the object from a rare artifact into a personal belonging of one of historys most consequential individuals.The ownership history has been carefully documented, addressing critical concerns accompanying all valuable historical items. The broker handling this transaction has specialized in space memorabilia for decades, bringing particular expertise to verification processes for treasures of this caliber.Philanthropic Legacy and Historical SignificanceThis chronographs significance transcends its physical attributes, connecting directly to one of humanitys defining moments. While the explorer wore a standard instrument during the actual mission (that piece remains in a national museum), this golden commemorative version represents the manufacturers official recognition of his achievement. It bridges the functional tool that accompanied astronauts to the moon and the celebration of their triumphant return.Reflecting the character of its original owner, this transaction will benefit causes aligned with his values. Half the final amount will support charitable organizations chosen by his son. This chronograph, which my father enjoyed wearing during significant gatherings, represents one of humanitys most extraordinary achievements, his son stated. A substantial portion of proceeds will benefit charitable organizations my father valued, extending the impact that he and fellow citizens made toward humanity over half a century ago. The current guardian has also chosen to direct a portion of their proceeds toward an educational foundation in Wisconsin.For collectors, historians, and space enthusiasts alike, this represents a rare chance to possess a tangible connection to humanitys greatest exploratory journey. The chronograph not only commemorates those historic first steps on another world but also captures the optimism and technological triumph of an era when impossible dreams became reality. The relationship between this manufacturer and the space program remains among the most celebrated partnerships in both timekeeping and aerospace history.The post Armstrongs Gold Chronograph: Lunar Legacy Timekeeper Awaits New Guardian first appeared on Yanko Design.