Why I love Song Kang-ho’s performance in The Host 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…
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Pignon Scorbion & the Barbershop Detectives by Rick Bleiweiss Pignon Scorbion & The Barbershop Detectives (Blackstone Publishing), Rick Bleiweiss’ new murder mystery, is a whodunit with an unforgettable Police Chief Inspector Pignon Scorbion at its center. In a style reminiscent of Conan Doyle and Agatha Christie, we enter the fictional town of Haxford in the English countryside, circa 1910, where Pignon (born in Paris), our idiosyncratic inspector, has just arrived in Haxford and is setting up his investigations in the local barbershop. What follows is Scorbion’s talent for detective work, assisted by a group of striking and unique characters, including a young…
Magnum P.I. returns following its final Season 4 episode on CBS, making its debut on NBC for its fifth season. CBS canceled Magnum P.I. — a reboot of the same network’s 1980s crime drama starring Tom Selleck— in May 2022. At the time, Magnum P.I. ranked as a Top 25 show in total viewers, according to Deadline. The same site later reported that CBS nixed the show amid challenging negotiations with Universal Television. “Magnum, P.I. comes to us with a passionate fanbase already in place that we intend to nourish,” Susan Rovner, Chairman of Entertainment Content at NBCUniversal, said in…
Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain A Cornell-led study is the first to report national, annual rates of sheltered homelessness over time across race and ethnicity, and finds “staggering” disparities, showing Black and Indigenous Americans are far more likely to experience homelessness than other groups. From 2007 to 2017, the lowest rate of homelessness among Black Americans—nearly 1.4%—was more than four times the highest prevalence for white individuals and families, the research team found. The lowest rates for American Indian or Alaska Native and the Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander communities were at least double the highest rates for white and Asian…
Continuing my eternal quest to dress more French-like, I’ve set my sights—as I know many of you have, too—on winter. Winter is very much on my mind right now as cold-weather plans start to seep into my calendar and the promise of cosy, festive days begin to come into view.This year, I want to make sure I’m prepared for the seasonal switch, and naturally, I’ve turned my attention to ascertaining which pieces form a French girl’s winer capsule wardrobe. For this, I’ve taken a close look at the sartorial habits of some of my favourite French women, deep-diving into their respective feeds to see what…
Parents often worry about the harmful impacts of video games on their children, from mental health and social problems to missing out on exercise.But a large new US study published in JAMA Network Open on Monday indicates there may also be cognitive benefits associated with the popular pastime.Lead author Bader Chaarani, an assistant professor of psychiatry at the University of Vermont, told AFP he was naturally drawn to the topic as a keen gamer himself with expertise in neuroimagery.Prior research had focused on detrimental effects, linking gaming with depression and increased aggression.These studies were however limited by their relatively small…
Fleet Foxes are making Shore all of their fans have a chance to catch them on the road. Today, the band has added a new North American leg to their “Shore Tour,” promoting their 2020 album of the same name. The lengthy run also includes three co-headlining dates in California with My Morning Jacket. “Our shows last summer were by far the best of our career and we can’t wait to do it again in a few months,” the band’s Robin Pecknold said in a press release. “It’s an honor to bring this music to life with and for everybody…
Notre Corps – first-look review 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 (msgIsString) { json =…
Sydney, as a city, LOVES to party – especially during Sydney’s Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras. This year, the party is even bigger as Sydney hosts WorldPride 2023. I honestly don’t know how the city is going to contain itself. Official celebrations began on 17 February, with theatre performances, storytelling sessions, art workshops, and photographic exhibitions. Some of the best events are available at our local libraries, often for free or heavily subsidised prices. That’s no surprise. Our local libraries have always been a treasure trove of communal knowledge and support, providing safe spaces for everyone in our community. #LoveLibraries…
Microscopic (STEM and TEM) images of the developed catalyst and its PEMFC power performance. Compared to the state-of-the-art fuel cell catalysts, the catalyst developed by the CNR-IBS team showed almost twice the power performance per platinum use. Credit: Institute for Basic Science A fuel cell is an electric power generator that is capable of producing electricity from hydrogen gas while discharging only water as a waste product. It is hoped that this highly efficient clean energy system will play a key role in the adoption of the hydrogen economy, replacing the combustion engines and batteries in automobiles and trucks, as…
Auditions, Part 1 Season 21 • Episode 1 American Idol is now old enough to drink as the series returns for season 21 (number 6 on ABC). No better way to celebrate than starting the auditions in Las Vegas where judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry, and Lionel Richie rocked the house. Host Ryan Seacrest brought in a fresh crop of hopefuls to not only “Sin City” but also at auditions in New Orleans and Nashville. The premiere was not short on talent and tears, and included one emotional tribute to a fallen friend. We also saw a famous Idol alum…
Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain Parting with personal items can be a daunting task, often leading to frustration, unhappiness and even a sense of loss. One of the reasons for this is the “endowment effect”—individuals applying more meaning to things they own or view as sentimental. But what if there was an easier way to lessen the emotional blow and still achieve the goal of decluttering? A Cornell professor and her co-author have learned, in a study involving hundreds of participants, that when individuals replace an item with a photo or memento, it satisfies the sense of ownership and makes downsizing…
After ending a brief romantic connection, Gigi Hadid and Leonardo DiCaprio appear to still be spending time together — but they’re just friends. The pair were spotted in Milan, Italy, this week but a source told Entertainment Tonight that they are not romantically involved again. “Gigi and Leo spent time together in Milan but they are just friends and are not dating,” the source explained. They added, “The two get along well and were enjoying time together with friends…Gigi’s priority is her daughter and her business and that’s what she’s focusing on right now.”The pair were photographed leaving the restaurant…
WhatsApp is down for several users, according to thousands of reports from users of the popular messaging app owned by Facebook parent Meta. Based on reports on downtime tracking services, users in India and around the world are currently unable to access the messaging app. WhatsApp has acknowledged that it is aware that users are unable to access the service. Gadgets 360 was able to confirm that sending messages on personal chats as well as groups was not working on WhatsApp for Android, iOS and the desktop app.[Update: By around 2.45pm, Gadgets 360 was able to send and receive messages…
Bruce Willis’ “condition has progressed,” his family wrote in a statement, and the iconic actor has been given the new diagnosis of frontotemporal dementia, or FTD. “Since we announced Bruce’s diagnosis of aphasia in Spring 2022, Bruce’s condition has progressed and we now have a more specific diagnosis,” his family explained on the official website for The Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration. “Unfortunately, challenges with communication are just one symptom of the disease Bruce faces. While this is painful, it is a relief to finally have a clear diagnosis,” the statement continued. “FTD is a cruel disease that many of us have…
One of the highlights of episode 6 of HBO’s The Last of Us adaptation was a brief cameo, potentially introducing Dina from The Last of Us Part II into the show a bit early. While nothing was confirmed, showrunner Craig Mazin did tease what the future holds. In the episode, titled “Kin,” the duo of Joel and Ellie reach a thriving community in Jackson, Wyoming. While at a diner, Ellie spots a girl — played by Paolina van Kleef — hiding behind a beam and watching her eat. After Ellie snaps at the girl, she quickly runs off, and while…
Sisters of the Sweetwater Fury by Kinley Bryan 1913. A powerful and dangerous storm descends on the Great Lakes, and three sisters find their lives transformed amid the chaos. Galley cook Sunny Colvin, whose baking skills are exemplary, has her hands full feeding a freighter crew seven days a week, nine months a year. She also has a dream — to open a restaurant back home — but she knows she’ll never convince her husband, the steward, to leave the seafaring life he loves. Back in their hometown, the second sister, Agnes Inby, mourns her husband, a serviceman who died…
If the series didn’t make a habit of naming each installment after the person they’re searching for, this hour could have been called “Sins of the Father.” Not only did Jason lose his temper and misstep with his reaction to Keith on Alert: Missing Persons Unit Season 1 Episode 8, but Mike faced some hard truths about his father figure and a revelation about his actual father, which had him regretting the past two decades. But within all the strife the hour brought forth, there was an open door for forgiveness and healing. We spend a lot of time with…
Will the universe end in a bang or a whimper? A pair of theoretical physicists have proposed a third path: perhaps the universe will never end.In a study that attempts to define the nature of dark energy — a mysterious phenomenon thought to be causing the universe to expand faster and faster every moment — the physicists find that cosmic expansion isn’t always a given. Rather, they write, dark energy may periodically “switch” on and off, sometimes growing the cosmos, sometimes shrinking it down until the conditions are right for a new Big Bang to occur — and for a…
You know who deserves a gift this Valentine’s Day? Your mother. Although, finding the best gift for moms can be quite the challenge. You see, moms tend to have very specific taste, and are usually outwardly opinionated when it comes to pretty much everything, which can put even more pressure on gift-giving. Admit it or not, their approval means something to us. Whether you’re looking for the best gift for a mother-in-law you don’t get along with (we won’t tell), or you are shopping for your own mom or mother figure that is just plain difficult to please, decision fatigue…
In 2017, Hulu made television history by becoming the first streaming network to win the Outstanding Drama Series Emmy, thanks to the phenomenon that is The Handmaid’s Tale. While that painfully prescient adaptation of Margaret Atwood’s 1985 dystopian novel remains one of the best TV shows to watch on Hulu, it also set a bar for quality entertainment that the network has continued to match—and sometimes exceed—with original series like The Bear, The Great, and Only Murders in the Building. While Netflix has largely cornered the streaming market on original movies, and even managed to convince A-listers like Guillermo del Toro, Alfonso Cuarón, and Martin Scorsese to come their way, Hulu…
Jana Horn has announced that her second album is on the way: The Texas-born singer-songwriter’s second LP is titled The Window Is the Dream and it’s out April 7 via No Quarter. Listen to the record’s lead single, “After All This Time,” and find the album’s full tracklist below.Last year, No Quarter brought Horn’s debut album, Optimism, to a wider release after she first issued it independently. Horn recorded The Window Is the Dream at studios in Cambridge, New York, and Austin, Texas. The LP features cello arrangement by Jared Samuel Elioseff, as well as drums by Adam Jones and…
Elegance Bratton: ‘Growing up, I never saw any Black queer heroes in movies’ 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 =…
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 I speak with author and animal welfare…
That stubborn athlete’s foot infection an estimated 70% of people get at some point in their life could become much easier to get rid of thanks to nanoscale drills activated by visible light. Proven effective against antibiotic-resistant infectious bacteria and cancer cells, the molecular machines developed by Rice University chemist James Tour and collaborators are just as good at combating infectious fungi, according to a new study published in Advanced Science. Based on the work of Nobel laureate Bernard Feringa, the Tour group’s molecular machines are nanoscale compounds whose paddlelike chain of atoms moves in a single direction when exposed…
[WARNING: The following contains MAJOR spoilers for The Last of Us Season 1 Episode 6, as well as The Last of Us and The Last of Us Part II.] Did the acoustic version of Depeche Mode’s “Never Let Me Down” leave you fooled? Certainly, The Last of Us’ sixth episode seemed to set the table for Joel’s (Pedro Pascal) untimely demise. He had all the bad omens that signify impending doom on post-apocalyptic TV: a reunion with a long-lost relative, hallucinations of his dead daughter, a major revelation that reframed him in the eyes of someone who cares about him,…
Scientists used observations of the angle at which dogs urinate and laboratory tests with jets of fluid to design a urinal that produces far less splatter than usual Physics 22 November 2022 By Karmela Padavic-Callaghan The researchers favour the design second from the right, which minimised splash and is accessible for most people of most heightsMia Shi at University of Waterloo Laboratory tests using a jet of water have helped physicists determine the ideal angle of urination to minimise splashback at a urinal, and led to an elongated design for urinals that drastically reduces splatter. “The idea originated exactly where…
Ashley Graham was the main course at Moschino’s fall 2023 runway show. While attending Milan Fashion Week on Feb. 23, the model and mom of three dished out gourmet-dinner-party vibes in a satin ballgown embellished with gold forks and spoons. Graham styled the dress, designed by the brand’s daring creative director, Jeremy Scott, with metallic gold heart earrings. “@moschino ate,” she captioned photos and videos of her look on Instagram the following day. “Could not be more in love with this show or you @jeremyscott.” Graham’s floor-length dress took inspiration from traditional Asian silhouettes. The black satin gown featured a…
Nate Chastain, the former OpenSea employee accused of an insider non-fungible token (NFT) trading scheme, was unable to convince a judge to dismiss his indictment, allowing the case to go ahead. The Department of Justice (DOJ) in June charged Chastain with wire fraud and money laundering over a series of allegedly dodgy trades, that occurred during his tenure as OpenSea’s head of product between January and September 2021. Authorities say Chastain used confidential information regarding which NFTs would be featured on OpenSea’s homepage, leveraging that knowledge to secretly purchase dozens of tokens just before they appeared.Chastain subsequently profited by selling…
Caroline Polachek has shared the new song “Blood and Butter.” Co-produced by Polachek and Danny L Harle, the single features Brìghde Chaimbeul on bagpipes. It’s the latest single from her forthcoming LP, Desire, I Want to Turn Into You, due out on Valentine’s Day (February 14). Find the new song below.In addition to “Blood and Butter,” Desire, I Want to Turn Into You features the singles “Welcome to My Island,” “Sunset,” “Billions,” and “Bunny Is a Rider,” as well as a collaboration with Grimes and Dido called “Fly to You.” Check out the LP’s tracklist below.Read Pitchfork’s feature “How Old…