The North Face may be the poster child of the Gore-Tex jacket that swept 1990s fashion, but if it has a real icon among its catalog pages, it’s the Base Camp duffel bag. Introduced in 1979, the Base Camp duffel has undergone few iterations and changes. Somewhere along the way, it became Alaska’s third unofficial state symbol, alongside the grizzly bear and the bush plane. Yet that’s more a function of how sparse the competition is when you need to haul 130 liters or more in a duffel and less a testament to its features, which are sparser than its…
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Last month, Loudwire reported on Megadeth mastermind Dave Mustaine’s claim that former guitarist Marty Friedman – with whom Megadeth reunited in Japan this past February – is the only ex-member who’s “ever done anything significant.” Now, another departed member, Jeff Young, has fired back at Mustaine over his blunt assessment.During his recent appearance on the Disturbing the Priest podcast (posted on July 7, 2023), Young – who appeared on 1988’s So Far, So Good… So What! before exiting Megadeth the following year – was asked about Mustaine’s evaluation.“What about that little number one Brazilian world music album I did over…
The Wheel of Fortune keeps spinning around, but Pat Sajak won’t be there to watch it turn for too much longer.In a statement posted to his Twitter account, Wheel of Fortune host Sajak wrote “Well, the time has come. I’ve decided that our 41st season, which begins in September, will be my last.” (Sajak’s Twitter handle is @PatOnWheel … he’s gonna need to change that.)Sajak wrote “it’s been a wonderful ride, and I’ll have more to say in the coming months. Many thanks to you all.”Sajak, who turns 77 in October, started in radio as a teenager, worked for Armed Forces…
Amazon Prime Day has rolled around again with fantastic discounts soon to be available on everything from Fitbits to headphones, and from air purifiers to treadmills. If you’ve been holding out for low prices on a particular model of smartwatch, now is a good time to compare costs and find a deal.Fitbit has also recently announced a new range of models, so prices on older models have started to fall. This, coupled with potential discounts from the Prime Day sales event, means we’re likely to see some record-low prices. In fact, Fitbit’s cheapest band — the Fitbit Sense — has…
Samantha Leal is a writer, editor, and content strategist whose work centers around all things lifestyle—beauty, fashion, drinks, food, travel, and wellness (to name a few). Basically, all the good things in life. She holds a journalism degree from the Medill School of Journalism at Northwestern University, and has held roles at Well+Good, Marie Claire, Latina magazine, and The Knot. Her byline has appeared in Refinery29, Glamour, Teen Vogue, Apartment Therapy, and more. Read The Full Article Here
This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. July 11th and 12th are Prime Days, which means there are a lot of sales on Amazon for Prime members. We’ve scoured the site for the best deals for readers, from ereaders to reading chairs to bookshelves and more. This round up is for reading accessories — we’ll highlight the best sales on books separately. If you see anything you’re interested in, we recommend acting fast: several items sold out as we were putting together this list! These are all active at the…
“Do I have regrets? Hell yeah, I have regrets,” Sylvester Stallone declares in the trailer for Sly, a documentary about the Rocky star coming soon to Netflix. In the film, the legendary action star looks back on missed opportunities and mistakes made throughout his decades-long career on the silver screen. “What’s healthier, to live under the illusion that you could’ve been great, or actually have an opportunity to be great and then you blow it, and you’re like, ‘you’re a failure,’” he continues in the trailer (above), which is packed with words of wisdom from the actor. “Filmmaking, it comes…
Samsung’s unified Wallet app is set to roll out in 13 more countries by the end of this year. The expansion will include key countries of Europe, Scandinavia, and Western Asia. Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar and UAE, also will see Samsung Wallet support activated in terms of payments and passes for the Middle East Region. South Africa, and Vietnam will also be part of the expansive efforts of the South-Korean conglomerate’s unified payments and passes app, Samsung Wallet.Samsung made the expansion announcement via its newsroom. Samsung Wallet’s initial launch in June earlier this year was limited to 7 countries that…
Robert Black, the bassist and founding member of the Bang on a Can All-Stars sextet, who helped expand the reach of experimental music, died at his home in Hartford, Connecticut, last week, The New York Times reports. According to his partner, Gary Knoble, the cause of death was colon cancer. Black was 67.Throughout his career Black collaborated with and commissioned work from many composers, including John Cage and Philip Glass, whose large-scale work The Not Doings of an Insomniac featured poetry readings by Lou Reed and Patti Smith. A virtuoso player with contemporary tastes, Black drew remarkable sounds from his…
A journey through the past at Il Cinema Ritrovato 3 && args[2] === 2 && typeof args[3] === ‘boolean’ ) { gdprApplies = args[3]; if (typeof args[2] === ‘function’) { args[2](‘set’, true); } } } else if (args[0] === ‘ping’) { var retr = { gdprApplies: gdprApplies, cmpLoaded: false, cmpStatus: ‘stub’ }; if (typeof args[2] === ‘function’) { args[2](retr); } } else { if(args[0] === ‘init’ && typeof args[3] === ‘object’) { args[3] = { …args[3], tag_version: ‘V2’ }; } queue.push(args); } } function postMessageEventHandler(event) { var msgIsString = typeof event.data === ‘string’; var json = {}; try { if…
We’ve heard it time and time again — the Mediterranean diet is great for our health. But despite the significant health benefits of this eating plan, a common deterrent is often the expected costs, especially when budgets are tight. Now, new research from the University of South Australia shows that the Mediterranean diet is not only good for your health but also for your weekly budget, saving a family of four $28 per week (or $1456 per year) compared to the typical Western diet. The study compared the nutrition profile and weekly costs of three food baskets based on: the…
Barbie’s influence goes far beyond the Barbiecore fashion aesthetic — the doll has seemingly inspired a trend we’re dubbing “Barbie-foot heels.” As the nickname suggests, these are sandals or pumps with clear straps that give the illusion you’re not wearing shoes and instead have permanently arched soles like a Barbie doll. Some call them “naked heels,” as a parallel to the naked-dress resurgence, but to that we say: why not give Mattel and Greta Gerwig a little credit? Gerwig’s “Barbie” movie hits theaters on July 21, and the trailer offers a close-up look as Margot Robbie slips off her character’s…
Her, Too by Bonnie Kistler What’s it About? Defending an accused rapist, a high-powered lawyer learns firsthand the terrible truth about her client … a discovery that propels her on a quest for justice and revenge in this addictively readable thriller. Her, Too (Harper) is the story of one woman’s relentless and dangerous quest for revenge. Success may get her disbarred or killed but Kelly McCann won’t falter. Former Philadelphia trial attorney and author Bonnie Kistler has written a wrenchingly realistic novel that may be emotionally jarring for some readers. This work of fiction eerily echoes recent headlines, with only…
This season of Nancy Drew is possibly the most fun and simultaneously the most painful the series has ever been. But after the laughter and tears of Nancy Drew Season 4 Episode 7, I’m not sure how much more I can take. Let’s face it, The Drew Crew couples are a mess, and it hurts to watch. We can’t really argue with Nick when he says the supernatural ruins the relationship in this Nancy Drew quote. So far, he’s right. From what I can see, the supernatural ruins every relationship it touches. Nick Perhaps Bess and Addy are doing well, but…
Editor’s Note (6/29/23): On June 29 the U.S. Supreme Court overturned universities’ ability to consider race in admissions. In this October 2022 opinion piece, two researchers reflect on scientists’ responsibility to combat racism and defend affirmative action. The U.S. Supreme Court will soon hear arguments in two cases related to affirmative action: Students for Fair Admissions v. University of North Carolina and Students for Fair Admissions v. President and Fellows of Harvard College. At the heart of these cases is the question of whether race-conscious admissions in higher education are constitutional. In other words, can universities in the United States…
The first thing you need to do with a flip phone is what I call the flip check. Slide your thumb into the crevice and flip the top half of the phone out. Is it satisfying? Do you feel like you’re an action star in a movie taking a Very Important™ call? The new Motorola Razr+ gets close, though you do need some vigor when you flip, and the sound it makes is like cracking knuckles made of laminated paper. Yech.Still, this folding phone is a massive improvement over the original Razr—er, not that original Razr, but the folding smartphone…
Who really invented the power ballad?Love songs, heartbreak songs and other sentimental pieces of music have existed for centuries. But which rock band really crafted this type of song that has inspired so many others after it? Was it Queen or Journey? Or did the popularity of Motley Crue’s “Home Sweet Home” pave the way for a wave of bands to create their own hit ballads?First, we must define what a power ballad is, and then explore the rock ‘n’ roll artists that have been associated with it over the years to come up with a true conclusion.What Is a Power…
A brand new Good Omens Season 2 clip from the upcoming return of Amazon Studios’ fantasy comedy series has been released, featuring David Tennant as Crowley. The next installment will be available for streaming on July 28 on Prime Video. The video confirms Crowley’s current status in Hell as persona non grata, as the fan-favorite demon continues to question the point of Heaven and Hell. It also features Miranda Richardson’s newest character, who has now assumed the role of Hell’s representative in London after previously playing the role of Madame Tracy in Season 1. Check out the Good Omens Season…
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A time-lapse image of all the sunspots that appeared on the sun in June 2023. (Made using data from NASA’s Solar Dynamics Observatory.) (Image credit: Şenol Şanlı)The sun is partying like it’s 2002. The number of observed sunspots on our home star last month was the highest for almost 21 years. It’s one of the clearest signs yet we are fast approaching the sun’s chaotic peak, known as solar maximum — and that it will be far more extreme than initially predicted.In June, 163 sunspots appeared on the solar surface, according to the Space Weather Prediction Center. The last time…
Books & Looks: Real Books for Real Readers was started as a podcast to supplement Blaine Desantis’ website, ViewsOnBooks.com, and expand into audio interviews with authors. With Books & Looks, Blaine’s goal is to focus on real books that real people will read. At least half of the books he reviews are either new authors or unknown authors that many in the general public are unaware of. After a segment reviewing books or interviewing authors, Blaine ends each episode with a discussion of the movies and TV shows he is currently watching. This Week’s Episode Today we’re joined by Diane Bergner, a Florida-based…
Well, that’s one way to set up the series finale. On Mayans M.C. Season 5 Episode 9, E.Z. Reyes was served up a nice dose of food for thought as he tried to come to terms with the pressure of being the person leading a gang. Obviously, someone familiar to fans would show up on the road to help him out of this pickle, but my jaw hit the floor when Sons of Anarchy’s Drea de Matteo returned as Wendy Case. After nine years, de Matteo slipped back into the role like a glove as Wendy helped E.Z. understand that…
Stunning first videos from a new space-borne instrument designed to improve the monitoring of thunderstorms show the crackle of lightning over Europe, Africa and the Atlantic Ocean.The images were taken by the Meteosat-12 satellite operated by the European Organisation for the Exploitation of Meteorological Satellites (EUMETSAT) from geostationary orbit, some 22,000 miles (36,000 kilometers) above Earth. This altitude is extremely important for weather forecasters, as the speed of satellites circling the planet in this region matches Earth’s rotation. As a result, the satellites in this orbit have a constant view of a part of the globe, allowing meteorologists to observe…
Amazon Great Indian Festival 2022 sale is currently live in India with a new ‘Extra Happiness Days’ phase. The yearly sale ahead of Diwali brings discounts and offers on a wide variety of smartphones, home appliances, and electronic items from brands like OnePlus, iQoo, Boat, Xiaomi and more. The Amazon Great Indian Festival sale started on September 23 and the e-commerce platform has joined hands with selected banks to offer additional instant discounts on purchases made using their credit and debit cards. Amazon Pay-based offers, exchange discounts, and coupon discounts are also available.Amazon Great Indian Festival Extra Happiness Days Sale:…
The upcoming Barbie movie is one of the most buzz-worthy subjects in pop culture right now, and it’s even crept its way into our world. The film’s soundtrack features surprise contributions from a couple of rock stars, and now we can’t wait to hear it.It was revealed over the weekend that legendary Guns N’ Roses guitarist Slash is one of the musicians who plays on the soundtrack, specifically on a song called “I’m Just Ken.” Actor Ryan Gosling, who also portrays Ken in the movie, sings on the track, making it one of the most unexpected Slash collaborations in music history. The appearance was coordinated…
Medusa review – revels in its ardent political commentary 3 && args[2] === 2 && typeof args[3] === ‘boolean’ ) { gdprApplies = args[3]; if (typeof args[2] === ‘function’) { args[2](‘set’, true); } } } else if (args[0] === ‘ping’) { var retr = { gdprApplies: gdprApplies, cmpLoaded: false, cmpStatus: ‘stub’ }; if (typeof args[2] === ‘function’) { args[2](retr); } } else { if(args[0] === ‘init’ && typeof args[3] === ‘object’) { args[3] = { …args[3], tag_version: ‘V2’ }; } queue.push(args); } } function postMessageEventHandler(event) { var msgIsString = typeof event.data === ‘string’; var json = {}; try { if…
Photography by LaunchMetrics.com/spotlight Prepare for a serious (and literal) summer glow-up. By Souzan Michael Galway Date June 20, 2023 Love the nourishing feeling and hydrated sheen you get after using a body lotion or butter, but can’t bring yourself to dip your sweaty mitts into a tub of thick glop in the middle of a hot, humid summer day? (Apologies for the visual.) We feel ya. Enter: body oils. RELATED: The Products You Need for the Ultimate “Everything Shower” As the lighter, more breathable, less sticky cousin of body lotion, it’s no wonder why body oils are having a moment…
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Talk about an awkward family dinner! Sophie (Hilary Duff) sits down for a meal with her parents, Lori (Paget Brewster) and Nick (Clark Gregg), in the July 4 episode of How I Met Your Father, and TV Insider has an exclusive sneak peek. (Francia Raisa‘s Valentina has a front row seat to… all of it.) In this next episode, Sophie tries to Parent Trap her parents … only, as the clip shows, that’s not exactly necessary. When Lori joins Sophie and Valentina in a restaurant, she “casually” asks if Nick is there yet because she’s “excited to meet him.” Not…
President Joe Biden is using a machine to keep his airways clear while sleeping because he has a condition known as sleep apnea, White House officials say. Sleep apnea likely affects about 30 million people in the U.S., according to the American Medical Association. Some people with sleep apnea use what’s called a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine, which includes a mask that a user straps onto their face at night to breathe better while they sleep. Officials revealed Biden has been using a CPAP machine after reporters recognized indentations on his face from the strap holding the device…