What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write The Fairmounts? Full disclosure it was a dream I had. I dreamt the entire story and when I woke up in the morning, I thought, Oh! I have to write that down before I forget it. So, I opened my laptop, and I could hear my main character’s voice, Harry, just flowing through my fingertips onto the page. That’s how it all started. If you had to pick theme songs for the main characters of The Fairmounts, what would they be? Oh, I like that question. That makes me…
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After John Ritter left Three’s Company behind and Katey Sagal was no longer Married… With Children, but before Kaley Cuoco discovered The Big Bang Theory and David Spade learned the Rules of Engagement, those comedy TV stars aligned for ABC’s 8 Simple Rules. The sitcom, originally titled 8 Simple Rules… For Dating My Teenage Daughter, premiered on September 17, 2002, starring Ritter as overprotective dad Paul Hennessy, Sagal playing even-tempered mom Cate Hennessy, and Cuoco as Bridget, one of three Hennessy kids. After Ritter died unexpectedly in 2003, Spade joined the main cast playing Cate’s nephew C.J., as did The…
[]Some people embrace running in the rain with open arms. Others prefer to play it safe by hopping on one of the best treadmills (opens in new tab) when it’s wet outdoors. But could a sudden downpour put a damper on your run time? And is it actually safe to run in the rain?[]It’s difficult to calculate exactly how environmental factors impact individuals, but research suggests that heavy rain could definitely slow your run speed. However, a damp jog isn’t likely to make you ill and it’s fairly safe, too. What’s more, there could even be some benefits to exercising…
Photography courtesy of Keys Soulcare “It’s a reminder to take time for yourself.” By Sumiko Wilson Date August 15, 2022 Alicia Keys has a very particular way of doing things. It’s evident in not only the way she writes her songs — highly praised ballads of contemporary R&B infused with classical piano — but also how she lives her life. Mornings always begin with meditation, and evenings are capped off with a non-negotiable skincare regimen that anchors the star’s day with intention. Stepping into Keys’s Toronto hotel suite for the Sephora Canada launch of her beauty and lifestyle brand, Keys…
But removing type 2 from the formula meant that if any type 2 virus reemerged in the world—from an environmental reservoir, or from someone whose system harbored a mutated vaccine virus—there would be little defense against it. And the bet on the switch did not pay off.“I think the best way to describe this is as an honest mistake,” says Svea Closser, a medical anthropologist and associate professor at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health who studies polio eradication. “They did not expect the extent and spread, and global reach, of these type 2 outbreaks.”Most of the vaccine-derived…
Green Day are one of America’s most beloved punk bands, and they have a strong discography under their belts. But which of their records is the best? That’s what we want to know this week is which of their records you think is the best in our Loudwire Nights Album of the Week poll.You’ll have until Friday at 12N ET to cast your votes. We’ll then play the three tracks from the album with the most votes during Loudwire Nights’ Album of the Week block to start the following Monday’s show!Green Day essentially resurrected punk rock from the dead, bringing it back into the…
During Marvel Studios’ showcase at the D23 Expo, Don Cheadle confirmed that filming for the Disney+ series Armor Wars would begin next year, then revealed a new logo for the series.RELATED: Black Monday’s Yassir Lester Tapped as Head Writer for Marvel’s Armor WarsCheadle’s appearance came as part of Marvel Studios’ Disney+ slate of content, with the actor confirming that filming for the series — which will be six episodes in length — would begin sometime next year. As for its place in the larger Marvel Cinematic Universe, Cheadle revealed that Armor Wars would take place right after the events of the…
15 Sep 2022 Books to Read if You Like James Patterson Looking for a chilling new mystery novel? What about a heart-racing new thriller series? If you love fast-paced stories full of action, surprising twists, and engaging characters, you’ll love these new mystery and thriller releases! Check out these recommended books for fans of James Patterson. Blood Perfect (A Joe Turner Mystery Book 1) by T.L. Bequette Release Date: July 28, 2022 In this gripping courtroom thriller, a young Joe Turner returns to defend a man charged with the bloody attempted murder of a racist caretaker. Penned by a practicing…
One of Anne Heche‘s final performances is in Lifetime‘s Girl in Room 13. Premiering September 17, the TV movie is inspired by actual events, exploring the dark underworld of the $150-billion-dollar human trafficking industry in the United States. Heche stars as Janie and Larissa Dias stars as her daughter, Grace, a recovering addicted who developed an opioid addition after her doctor prescribed them for a sports injury at a very young age. Grace is trying to turn her life around after three stints in rehab. With the help and support of her mother, she gets a job at her family’s…
NASA’s “mega moon rocket” is now scheduled to make its third liftoff attempt on Sept. 27, the US space agency has announced.The Artemis 1 rocket is made up of the six-person Orion capsule perched atop the 30-story Space Launch System (SLS) — dubbed the “mega moon rocket” — and was initially scheduled to embark on its maiden voyage to the moon and back on Aug. 29. But technical difficulties foiled the rocket’s first two attempts at liftoff. NASA scrubbed the rocket’s first attempt because engineers were unable to cool one of the rocket’s four core stage RS-25 engines down to a safe temperature…
When I was a child, I hated it when my mum would take me to our local M&S store, mainly because I knew we’d be in there for the long haul. Now, however, as an adult, I completely understand the appeal. I’ve spent hours upon hours in Marks & Spencer, and that’s this year alone without taking into account the time I’ve spent browsing its website. I love nothing more than a rake around its rails, as I almost always find something to enhance my wardrobe with. And, more often than not, that “something” is an affordable wardrobe basic.M&S has…
Alphabet’s Google has agreed to pay $90 million (nearly Rs. 711 crore) to settle a legal fight with app developers over the money they earned creating apps for Android smartphones and for enticing users to make in-app purchases, according to a court filing.The app developers, in a lawsuit filed in federal court in San Francisco, had accused Google of using agreements with smartphone makers, technical barriers and revenue sharing agreements to effectively close the app ecosystem and shunt most payments through its Google Play billing system with a default service fee of 30 percent.As part of the proposed settlement, Google said…
It has come to our attention that your company has decided to partner with Factory New on signing the artificially designed “rapper” FN Meka. While we applaud innovation in tech that connects listeners to music and enhances the experience, we find fault in the lack of awareness in how offensive this caricature is. It is a direct insult to the Black community and our culture. An amalgamation of gross stereotypes, appropriative mannerisms that derive from Black artists, complete with slurs infused in lyrics.This digital effigy is a careless abomination and disrespectful to real people who face real consequences in real…
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The rare genetic disease cystinosis is caused by mutations in the gene for a protein called cystinosin. A team of scientists has now solved the structure of cystinosin and determined how mutations interfere with its normal function, providing insights into the underlying mechanisms and suggesting a way to develop new treatments for the disease. The new study, published September 15 in Cell, involved a collaborative effort by researchers at UC Santa Cruz, Stanford University, and the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, who combined their expertise in three specialized methods for studying protein structure and function: x-ray crystallography, cryogenic electron…
In recent years, mainstream comics publishers like DC and Marvel have made great strides in increasing the LGBTQ+ rep in their universes, though they still have a long way to go. But getting here was a slow and gradual process, with many notable landmarks — and some admitted missteps — along the way. In Queer Superhero History, we’ll look at queer characters in mainstream superhero comics, in (roughly) chronological order, to see how the landscape of LGBTQ+ rep in the genre has changed over time. First up: Extraño! Gregorio de la Vega, better known as Extraño, debuted in 1988 and…
Let’s be clear that this is not a reboot. Where reboots take a new approach to something that has been done before, Quantum Leap Season 1 Episode 1 is the beginning of a continuation of the Quantum Leap project. The next chapter, if you will. It acknowledges the legacy of Sam and Al, brings back Ziggy, and introduces the team assembled to turn the experimental accelerator into a viable tool. At the same time, the premiere manages to tap into the madcap humor of the original series and points out the more idiosyncratic foibles of the concept that newcomers might…
In the summer of 1996 a small group of people met in northern California to share their experiences with intersex variations. One participant, Heidi Walcutt, said that doctors surgically reduced her clitoris as a young child “to more closely approximate a normal female appearance.” This resulted in nerve damage that would blunt sexual sensation later in life, as well as stigma that made Walcutt feel at times like hiding in the closet and at other times intensely angry. Others in the group similarly reported shame, confusion and anger resulting from their medical treatment. The encounter was archived in a documentary…
The 2022 MTV Video Music Awards delivered in high-octane celebrity-style moments and tech-powered performances. For the most part, the high-adrenaline fashion and music moments (think back to Britney Spears handling a snake in a Kurt and Bart bra top and low-rise shorts in 2001) it’s known for were amiss, but there were a few red carpet appearances that stole the show. First, Lizzo floated down the black carpet in a voluminous silk taffeta gown designed by Glenn Martens for Jean Paul Gaultier. Then she wowed the audience with a dynamic performance given in a custom pink Rey Ortiz catsuit, moments…
Instagram is testing a way to turn video posts into Reels. The Meta-owned social media platform is said to have mentioned that the change is currently being tested with a select number of users around the world and it is part of Instagram’s plan to simplify the videos on the application. A social media analyst also shared a screenshot on Twitter showcasing how the users who are a part of the test will see a prompt from the app informing that the video posts will now be shared as Instagram Reels.According to a report from TechCrunch, citing an email sent to…
jaimie branch, the jazz composer and trumpeter, died on Monday night. The label International Anthem, which released branch’s music, confirmed the news in the below statement. She was 39.At 9:21 pm on Monday, August 22, composer and trumpeter jaimie branch passed away in her home in Red Hook, Brooklyn. Her family, friends and community are heart broken. jaimie was a daughter, sister, aunt, cousin, friend and teacher; she touched countless numbers of people with her music and spirit, both of which are fearless, truthful and beautiful, and will live on in hearts and ears forever. jaimie’s family asks not just…
As part of today’s D23 Expo, Marvel revealed who the villain of Captain America: New World Order will be.RELATED: Captain America 4 Director Revealed for Anthony Mackie-Led SequelTim Blake Nelson will be returning as The Leader, who he first played in 2008’s The Incredible Hulk. The Leader will be the primary villain of Captain America: New World Order, which was described by director Julius Onah as “a paranoid thriller.”Nelson isn’t the only returning actor, as Carl Lumbly will reprise his role as Isaiah Bradley from Falcon and the Winter Soldier, while Danny Ramirez returns as Joaquin Torres, who was implied to be on the path…
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With the season winding down, Gabby and Rachel have decisions to make. On The Bachelorette Season 19 Episode 11, the two women came together to come to terms with their biggest decisions to date. ABC teased that it would be the “most shocking” finale of all time, and the drama was certainly on another level. With two potential love stories, was there a way forward for them away from the cameras? Use the video above to watch The Bachelorette online right here via TV Fanatic. Catch up on all your favorite shows and reviews and join in the conversations with…
Illustration of the microglia induced AD microenvironment and mechanisms of regulating the metabolism of microglia through activating mitophagy. Credit: Yu Yin Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is a complex neurodegenerative disease that leads to insidious deterioration of brain functions. Current treatments for AD that focus on inhibition of amyloid beta (Aβ) aggregation failed to show effectiveness in people with AD symptoms. Strategies that synergistically exert neuroprotection and alleviation of oxidative stress could be a promising approach to correct the pathological brain microenvironment. Now, a research team led by Dr. Yu Yin from the Shenzhen Institute of Advanced Technology (SIAT) of the Chinese…
Meghan Markle is back in Europe, and she packed a trend-forward, elegant wardrobe for the many occasions she and Prince Harry travelled for. Earlier today, while attending an Invictus Games event in Dusseldorf, Germany, Markle wore a particularly buzzy trend. Yes, it’s puddle pants, a style that Kate Middleton also wore to an event earlier this year (with much success, I might add).With her puddle pants outfit, in one fell swoop, Markle effortlessly proved that the trend doesn’t have to be sloppy in the least. In fact, she made them look downright chic, thanks to expert styling. She paired the pleated Brandon Maxwell trousers with a knit tank and…
Starting with the lofty goal of competing with traditional banks, cryptocurrency lending giants and their clients now face financial ruin due to their appetite for risk and a paucity of regulatory guardrails.Celsius Network, which suspended withdrawals in mid-June, had advertised a seemingly difficult-to-reconcile mix of interest rates, charging just 0.1 percent for loans, but paying more than 18 percent on deposits. Weeks later, savings accounts, that amounted to $11.8 billion (roughly Rs. 93,300 crore) in mid-May, remained frozen.”Celsius is going bankrupt one way or another,” said Omid Malekan, a professor at Columbia University. “Even if they recoup 98 cents on the dollar…
Two celebratory concerts were staged at the Red Rocks Amphitheater in Colorado to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the hit TV series South Park. Joining co-creators Matt Stone and Trey Parker onstage were Primus and Ween at various points of the show, as well as Rush legends Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson.The sets spanned 30 songs or more, including covers of Primus, Ween and Rush songs, but the majority of each night was dedicated to songs that have been featured in South Park episodes across its 25 seasons, as well as the show’s theme song (which was originally composed by Primus) as…
The kids are back in school, the Toronto Film Festival is about to kick off. There’s a cool breeze in the air. You know what that means: It’s time to start hyping awards season movies.[Andy Williams’ “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year” intensifies.]Paramount’s big Christmas movie this year is Bablyon from La La Land and First Man director Damien Chazelle. The project, his first feature in four years, boasts a true all-star cast that includes Brad Pitt, Margot Robbie, Jean Smart, Tobey Maguire, Katherine Waterston, and Olivia Wilde. It’s described as an “original epic” set in Hollywood during the Silent Era.There’s…
This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. This summer was either a hot girl summer or a sad girl summer — or possibly both. While “sad girl summer” is a generalized term thrown around a lot of different feelings, I think many people have been embracing the feeling of sadness, recognizing it, and letting it be what it is rather than run from it. Sad girl summer is, on the surface, about the sad girl. But it’s what the sad girl does in the long stretches of days that makes…