The Arts Fuse

The MacArthur Foundation has announced this year's class of MacArthur Fellows, its so-called genius grants. Among the winners are researchers whose work combines scientific research with social justice goals, according to NPR's coverage of the announcement. The fellowship awards unrestricted prizes to individuals across arts, sciences and advocacy, and the emphasis on justice-oriented science is drawing attention to this year's cohort.

The Swedish metal band Meshuggah's 1995 album Destroy Erase Improve is being shared and linked to on music streaming platforms, with listeners pointing to it as a landmark of extreme metal. The record, known for fusing death metal with complex, jazz-influenced rhythms, is widely regarded as one of the band's defining releases and a milestone in progressive heavy music.

The MacArthur Foundation has announced this year's class of Fellows, its annual 'genius grant' honorees. Among the 2026 winners are researchers whose work combines scientific research with social justice, according to NPR. The fellowships, which come with substantial no-strings-attached funding, recognise individuals across the arts, sciences and advocacy.