Real-Life Scandal, Gossip and Rumors: The Fodder for Fiction There’s something undeniably captivating about scandal, whether it’s the relief that “it’s not me,” the judgment that “they had it coming,” or the simple curiosity about someone else’s missteps. Here are some delicious book recommendations from Hank Phillipi Ryan to satisfy your revenge itch. Discovering A New Literary Voice BookTrib’s tag line is “Where Readers Discover,” and we are always trying to do our part to “walk the walk.” In partnership with Reedsy, BookTrib recently sponsored a short story writing contest and was thrilled to uncover the sensational work of Adam…
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With dense smoke drifting across a wide swath of Brazil, several flights have been canceled and travel on some roads has been halted. Brazil was deploying military aircraft as part of a “war” against wildfires ravaging the southeastern state of Sao Paulo, with authorities warning on Sunday that arsonists were setting blazes. Following a crisis meeting of President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva’s cabinet, Environment Minister Marina Silva announced a “war against the fire” and said federal police were investigating the “atypical situation” that has caused extensive damage. “So far we have not detected any fire caused by lightning, which…
[Warning: The below contains MAJOR spoilers for the Orphan Black: Echoes Season 1 finale “We Will Come Again.”] Darros (James Hiroyuki Liao) just got a couple wins against Kira (Keeley Hawes) and the printouts she made of her late wife, Lucy (Krysten Ritter), Jules (Amanda Fix), and Eleanor (Rya Kihlstedt) to end the first season of Orphan Black: Echoes. What makes that even harder? The show has yet to be renewed for a second season. To quickly recap: Kira and Eleanor discover that Darros had those 12 anonymous scans to create younger versions of the most talented minds of last generation—and…
We have seen plenty of teasing stills and behind the scenes images of the upcoming Hulu series Pam & Tommy, with stars Lily James and Sebastian Stan posting frequent shots on their social media accounts of themselves in character, and now we have an official trailer for the show that will debut in February 2022. The footage give a first look at the pair in action as they bring the story of the couple to screens in the mini-series that will air its first three episodes together before releasing subsequent episodes on a weekly basis. The series focuses on a…
Linkin Park have launched a mysterious countdown timer on their social media accounts, fueling already heated fan speculation that the group are about to announce a comeback.The countdown clock is set to end on Wednesday, August 28, and was also reportedly shared by the Welcome to Rockville X account., suggesting the reunited group could potentially be performing at the festival next year.Linkin Park have not performed live since an Oct. 27, 2017 tribute concert for lead singer Chester Bennington, who died by suicide on July 20, 2017, less than two weeks after performing his last show with the group.In April,…
I’m not sure if I’ve ever really discussed my love for makeup in stick form. First, it was contour sticks. I couldn’t believe how easy they were to use, and they left me looking sculpted like never before. Next came foundation sticks. Again, I loved how easy they were, and the seamless finish that they gave. However, my latest obsession? Blusher sticks.Blusher is having a moment this summer, and I’m so here for it. In my opinion, blusher is the one makeup product that can truly transform your look. That being said, I’ve always found that it can be a…
WhatsApp has been working on adding support for chat themes on more than one occasion, and a feature tracker has now given us a peek at what the feature could look like when it is launched. The messaging app is expected to let users change the colour of the chat bubbles as well as the background using preset themes, or pick their own colour and wallpaper. The company was also spotted working on the ability to pick a username and set a PIN that protects them from unknown users on WhatsApp.WhatsApp Theme Picker for iOS Spotted in DevelopmentEarlier this month,…
The Full Book Recap and Chapter-by-Chapter Summary for The Perfect Son by Freida McFadden are below. Quick(-ish) Recap The two-paragraph version: Erika and her husband Jason is the parents of two teenaged children, Hannah and Liam. One of them, Liam, has had sociopathic tendencies in the past, though only Erika knows about it. When a girl Liam likes from his school, Olivia, goes missing Erika worries that it was him. As the police investigation progresses, Liam is arrested. Erika also learns that her father, who she previously believed died in a car accident when she was a child, is alive,…
In the deep human past, highly skilled seafarers made daring crossings from Asia to the Pacific Islands. It was a migration of global importance that shaped the distribution of our species — Homo sapiens — across the planet.These mariners became the ancestors of people who live in the region today, from West Papua to Aotearoa New Zealand.For archaeologists, however, the precise timing, location and nature of these maritime dispersals have been unclear.For the first time, our new research provides direct evidence that seafarers travelled along the equator to reach islands off the coast of West Papua more than 50 millennia…
Critic’s Rating: 3 / 5.03If, after SEAL Team Season 7 Episode 4, you, like me, are still trying to wrap your head around what is different this season, I may have stumbled upon an answer. When you look back and look at what hasn’t been for the first four episodes, you can see a trail of clues as to what might be. To risk sounding like Kamala Harris being unburdened by what has been, Bravo team is adrift, and with it, its final season. (Michael Moriatis/Paramount+) A Tale of Two SEALs It’s also possible that I’m looking for more with…
The Creative Nonfiction Film Weekend highlights the infinite possibilities of documentary About Little White Lies Little White Lies was established in 2005 as a bi-monthly print magazine committed to championing great movies and the talented people who make them. Combining cutting-edge design, illustration and journalism, we’ve been described as being “at the vanguard of the independent publishing movement.” Our reviews feature a unique tripartite ranking system that captures the different aspects of the movie-going experience. We believe in Truth & Movies. Editorial Design View Original Source Here
Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band are amidst the final leg of their 2024 stadium tour, marking the 52nd year of their legendary career. But during a concert in Philadelphia on Friday night, Springsteen rejected any notion that the band’s time on the road is coming to an end. “We’ve been around for 50 fuckin’ years, and we ain’t quitting!” Springsteen proclaimed. “We ain’t doing no farewell tour bullshit! Jesus Christ! No farewell tour for the E Street Band! Farewell to what? A thousand people screaming your name? Get the hell out. I ain’t going anywhere!” Get Bruce Springsteen…
While each product featured is independently selected by our editors, we may include paid promotion. If you buy something through our links, we may earn commission. Read more about our Product Review Guidelines here.Even four years on from its viral takeover of the internet, Hill House Home’s famous Nap Dress still reigns supreme as one of summer’s most quintessential styles. The comfy frock first earned its status as a wardrobe staple during the pandemic, when the dress — beloved for its lived-in silhouette and universal ‘fit — was lauded for the way that it could make anyone look pulled together…
It feels like a distant memory by now, but right before the Nintendo Switch launched in 2017, it seemed like portable gaming was on its last life. Mobile games had gobbled up huge portions of the market, and most modern games required a lot of power to run on devices like the Nintendo 3DS. Fast-forward to today, and there are more ways to take your games outside the living room than ever.This is a bit of an odd category because, to be quite frank, many of the devices currently on the market aren’t very good. Valve’s Steam Deck kicked off…
23 Aug 2024 The Buzziest Books of August | 2024 Dive into a thrilling literary adventure this August with our selection of the month’s hottest reads! From riveting thrillers to heartwarming romances, prepare to be captivated by the enchanting stories awaiting you. If you’re eager to uncover the books everyone is talking about, check out our list of August’s most buzzworthy new releases. Happy reading! Point of Origin (A Samantha Church Mystery Book 7) by Betta Ferrendelli Release Date: July 9, 2024 Newspaper reporter Samantha Church follows the deadly trail of an arsonist, whose path of destruction has claimed the…
A health worker assesses a suspected case of mpox in North Kivu, Democratic Republic of the CongoArlette Bashizi/Bloomberg via Getty Images Mpox, formerly known as monkeypox, is driving an ongoing outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and neighbouring countries. Surging cases are partly caused by a new variant that is thought to be more lethal than the version of the virus behind the global mpox outbreak in 2022. But there are treatments that could help. How deadly is mpox? Studies show that the fatality rate among people who catch the clade I variant of mpox, which is…
Ted Lasso‘s return isn’t some far-fetched idea as the Apple TV+ comedy starring Jason Sudeikis is closer to a fourth season than ever before. As details about a forthcoming chapter in the Emmy-winning series come together, we’re rounding up everything we know so far about the potential return, below. Scroll down for all the need-to-know details. Is Ted Lasso Returning for Season 4? According to a new report from Deadline, Ted Lasso‘s return for Season 4 is becoming more likely with each passing day. A greenlight for Season 4 is seemingly imminent as Warner Bros. Television has supposedly picked up…
After a brief hiatus, Formula 1 has returned to entertain its fans with high-octane races. Perennial champion Max Verstappen currently leads the drivers’ leaderboard, closely followed by the promising Lando Norris. Watch the Dutch Grand Prix 2024 today as the battle for the top spot takes an intense turn with the commencement of this highly anticipated race. Find out all the broadcasting options for the upcoming race, including free alternatives, below. Where can you watch the Dutch Grand Prix 2024 game today? You can watch the Dutch Grand Prix 2024 today via Hulu, FuboTV, SlingTV, F1 TV Pro, ESPN+, ESPN…
Queens of the Stone Age are canceling the rest of their 2024 tour dates so that frontman Joshua Homme can continue to recover after recently undergoing emergency surgery. “Josh has been given no choice but to prioritize his health and to receive essential medical care through the remainder of the year,” the band wrote. “Josh and the QOTSA family are so thankful for your support and the time we were able to spend together over the last year. Hope to see you all again in 2025.” See the affected tour dates below.Queens of the Stone had been on tour in…
Let me preface this article by saying that although I like to advise on beauty trends, I truly believe in wearing whatever lipstick, hairstyle or nail polish you want if it makes you feel good. In my opinion, there are no rules when it comes to beauty. Instead, it’s all about finding what works for you.That being said, as a beauty editor, it is my job to look into what is currently trending in the beauty space, and I always like to keep an eye on what trends people are no longer swaying towards. One area in which I find…
Olaf Storbeck / Financial Times: A look at Germany-based discount retailer Lidl’s foray into offering cloud computing services, signing up clients like SAP and making €1.9B in 2023 annual sales — A unit of Europe’s largest retailer is offering IT services to companies wary of big providers such as Amazon and Google View Original Source Here
Welcome to Today in Books, our daily round-up of literary headlines at the intersection of politics, culture, media, and more. On Saturdays, we round up the biggest stories of the week. The 100 bestselling books of the past 50 years Interesting to browse this list of the 100 best-selling books of that last fifty years from The Timesso see just how different the UK market has (and hasn’t been) different than here in the States. I don’t want to spoil it because it is worth it for the surprise, but only would I never have guessed the #1 best-seller, but I…
NIST researcher Elizabeth Strychalski’s research group is helping to establish the measurements and standards needed for progress in engineering biology, also known as synthetic biology. Credit: J. Stoughton/NIST For over a decade, scientists have made extraordinary progress on the long-held dream of fabricating an entire cell from nonliving molecules and materials. Such synthetic (or “engineered”) cells would behave similarly to the ones in our bodies, though they would also have built-in safeguards that ensure safety and ethics. By studying them, we could transform our understanding of the rules of life. They could also be used to manipulate living organisms and…
Have we become allergic to or intolerant of romance outside of its own genre? Why are movies kissing romance goodbye? I assumed that, in a Post-Pandemic world, we’d be more open or acceptant of romantic dynamics and physical touch in media, not aggressively averse. The lockdown touch starvation was a real thing. (Laura Radford/Netflix) The Aversion Toward Romance Has Gotten Out of Hand Whether that was quickly forgotten or Gen Z‘s extreme shift toward prudishness regarding physical affection in media, it feels like media is swinging that pendulum too far toward romance aversion. I get it to a degree; there…
One of the biggest villains in the Marvel Cinematic Universe is set to make a surprising return.Ultron will reportedly appear on Marvel’s upcoming Disney+ series built around Paul Bettany’s android Vision. The series is tentatively set to begin production next year; Terry Matalas of the later seasons of Star Trek: Picard, is the executive producer and showrunner of the Vision series. As in Avengers: Age of Ultron, the evil robot will be played by James Spader.According to Variety, “jow Ultron will return for the series is unclear. For Age of Ultron, Spader performed the role via performance capture, but that process remains an…
Slipknot‘s Sid Wilson is on the mend after being involved in a fire accident. On Friday (Aug. 23), the 47-year-old heavy metal DJ revealed in a pair of videos on social media that he suffered “serious burns” on his face and arms after trying to stoke a bonfire on the Iowa farm he shares with girlfriend Kelly Osbourne. “My face is burnt and my cheeks,” Wilson said in a clip from his hospital bed. “I had an explosion in my face.” Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news After giving a close-up of his…
While each product featured is independently selected by our editors, we may include paid promotion. If you buy something through our links, we may earn commission. Read more about our Product Review Guidelines here.Aritzia has entered the shapewear chat, and we’re perking up and paying attention (quite literally). While the line, retailing from $28-$68 and aptly titled ShapeEnhance, has been introduced with just five pieces available in five neutral colorways, it’s off to a strong start. The fabric that comprises the collection is designed to support and enhance your natural curves with tubular-knit technology, though I personally feel like the…
Vivo Y18i was launched on Friday as an affordable smartphone priced under Rs. 10,000 with 4G connectivity and a 5,000mAh battery. It is powered by a Unisoc T612 chipset and runs on Funtouch OS 14, which is based on Android 14. The Vivo Y18i features a 6.56-inch LCD screen with a 90Hz refresh rate, as well as a 13-megapixel rear camera. The handset is powered by a 5,000mAh battery and it has an IP54 rating for dust and splash resistance.Vivo Y18i Price in India, AvailabilityVivo Y18i price in India is set at Rs. 7,999 for the sole 4GB+64GB RAM and…
The Black Pages: The Memoir Setting Me Free by Antonio Ricardo Cannady “Throughout Cannady’s memoir, what shines through is his honesty, humility and heartfelt desire to help others overcome their challenges.” According to society, not to mention his own family, Antonio Ricardo Cannady had zero chance of making something of himself. Born into an abusive household in the ghettos of Orlando, Florida, he came up in the 80s with an entire generation of poor Black kids whose lives were shaped by a violent, unpredictable and unforgiving world. A Childhood Shaped by Violence and Betrayal It was a world that left…
Antarctica’s Thwaites Glacier got its nickname the “Doomsday Glacier” for its potential to flood coastlines around the world if it collapsed. It is already contributing about 4% of annual sea-level rise as it loses ice, and one theory suggests the glacier could soon begin to collapse into the ocean like a row of dominoes.But is that kind of rapid collapse really as likely as feared? A new study of Thwaites Glacier’s susceptibility to what’s known as marine ice cliff instability offers some hope. But the findings don’t mean Thwaites is stable.Polar scientist Mathieu Morlighem, who led the study, explains the…