Andrew Haigh’s upcoming Strangers makes lovers of Andrew Scott and Paul Mescal – Little White Lies 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’;…
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What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Threshold? That we are becoming shockingly close to a sentient AI. If you had to pick theme songs for the main characters of Threshold, what would they be? The theme to Alien. What’s your favorite genre to read? Is it the same as your favorite genre to write? Historical Fiction followed by Science Fantasy. What books are on your TBR pile right now? There are too many to list! What scene in your book was your favorite to write? When the Android takes out the person who tries to…
Hearties, your favorite show isn’t going anywhere. Hallmark Channel has renewed When Calls the Heart for its 10th season. In addition to news of the pickup, the network announced that Lindsay Sturman (whose credits include Supergirl and Rizzoli & Isles) will be joining its longest-running original series as the new showrunner. “I am thrilled that When Calls the Heart is coming back for a tenth season,” said Erin Krakow, series star and executive producer, in a statement. “With our amazing cast, crew, and talented writers, we can look forward to more adventures, laughs, tears, and stories of romance throughout the…
Doctors diagnosing monkeypox should be on the lookout for symptoms that don’t quite match the typical descriptions of the disease, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) warned (opens in new tab) June 14.The monkeypox virus belongs to the same family and genus as the virus that causes smallpox and triggers similar, but milder, symptoms, according to the CDC (opens in new tab). At the start of the infection, people usually develop fever, headache, muscle aches, swollen lymph nodes and fatigue. Then the characteristic rashes associated with monkeypox begin to appear. These rashes typically progress through several stages, initially…
Unlike our contemporaries who live in warmer climates year-round, our window for bikini wearing is significantly smaller—usually two weeks in the height of summer when we jet off somewhere. Still, that doesn’t mean we can’t (and don’t) make the most of this opportunity when it presents itself. Arguably, we Brits might give our swimwear even more consideration, as our time in them is significantly shorter but, my, so sweet. Putting one-pieces to the side for a second, let’s concentrate on bikinis—specially the bikini trends 2022 has to offer. There can be a drastic shift between bikini trends year on year; for example, last year’s obsession…
Meanwhile invasive Russian olive and tamarisk trees have moved in beneath the canopy, all fire-prone species. Fires in the bosque were once virtually nonexistent; now they routinely break out. In 2017, the Tiffany fire in southern New Mexico roared across the parched landscape, leaving more than 9,000 acres of riparian cottonwood forest a charred ruin.Because of levees built to contain its flow, the Rio Grande now courses mostly through a narrow channel, rather than expanding broadly across the landscape, which disconnects the main stem from its many side channels. That has eliminated much of the meandering sloughs, braids, and oxbows,…
Ozzy Osbourne offered extended comment on his forthcoming album Patient Number 9 after its haunting title track emerged on Friday (June 24). The rocker shared a new interview where he touched on his recent difficulties — including contracting COVID-19 this spring — among discussion about the album.That includes the 73-year-old rocker and “Prince of Darkness” praising the effort’s collaborators such as Jeff Beck, Zakk Wylde and Tony Iommi, his former Black Sabbath bandmate. Osbourne also said making the album helped take his mind off his problems.Read the interview near the bottom of this post.Osbourne teased the Jeff Beck-assisted “Patient Number 9” earlier in the week. Its parent album, Osbourne’s 13th solo studio effort and his…
Revisiting Tremors, the cult monster western with a sense of humour 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…
Forest bathing, or shinrin-yoku in Japanese, means to soak in the forest through all of your senses. In practice, forest bathing can be a slow, mindful walk in nature, where you pay close attention to your surroundings using your senses (e.g. sight, smell, hearing, touch). There is no destination or goal, other than to notice and appreciate your surroundings. Forest bathing, which originated in Japan in the 1980s, can be practiced alone. However, it is often helpful to try the first few times with a guide who can suggest new ways of enhancing your senses and prompt you to notice your…
What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Rise of the Renegade Child (The Gates Saga Book 2)? I was excited to start working on the follow-up for Into the Lightning Gate. Rise of the Renegade Child is the second of four books I’ve planned for the series. I’ve always been fascinated by the idea of a populated multiverse. It’s a big part of the series. Renegade Child also deals with themes of identity, acceptance, and what makes us human. Is it our genetics? Or is it our actions? It was also fun to change up the…
Billy the Kid (Tom Blyth) is in for a not-so-great surprise when he joins Jesse Evans (Daniel Webber) in the Season 1 finale on Epix. In TV Insider’s exclusive sneak peek of Billy the Kid‘s “The Rampage,” more than one person calls out to Billy after he rides up. “Missed all the fun today,” Jesse tells him. “What kind of fun?” Billy asks. Epix “We did what Mr. Murphy [Vincent Walsh] wanted us to do,” Jesse explains. “We drove those farmers off their property.” Did they kill any of the farmers? “What do you think?” Jesse asks. “‘Course we did.”…
Emma Chamberlain. Photography courtesy of Getty Images As new platforms emerge, the world of influencing continues to mutate. By Natalie Michie Date June 1, 2022 On a recent episode of her podcast, Anything Goes, YouTuber turned fashion influencer Emma Chamberlain predicted a “cultural shift” in the realm of internet fame. Her argument: because everyone is trying to be an influencer, the industry has become less exclusive and, in turn, less credible. But was it ever credible to begin with? The idea that a person of influence could be used to sell us something is not new. Back in the 18th…
Redmi has announced the launch of the K series smartphone in India. It was confirmed via a tweet by the company, citing that “Redmi K IsBack”. It can be speculated through the tweet that the company is now gearing up to launch Redmi K50i in India. Recently, it was also reportedly spotted on the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) certification website. Moreover, the Redmi K50i has been tipped to come as a rebranded version of the Redmi Note 11T Pro, which was launched in China in May.Redmi has teased a K series smartphone in India via a tweet. The teaser…
Credit: Wikipedia Global supply issues related to the pandemic and war in Ukraine have highlighted yet another global vulnerability: food availability. While international trade allows countries to buffer against domestic food shortfalls and gain access to larger markets, what happens when supplies run short, or the global supply chain slows or even breaks down like it did during the pandemic? A new University of California, Davis, study sheds light on how trade, and centrality in the global wheat trade network, affect food security. The study shows that many countries depend on trade to fulfill their food needs. Further, the global…
Beyoncé is back. A new album, Renaissance, is out July 29, a product listing on her website confirms. The record is seemingly subtitled “Act I.” Tweets from streaming services alluded to the album after Beyoncé’s social media bios were updated with the title and date. In keeping with her trademark mysterious release strategies, no further information has been revealed, though an unverifiable tweet from the tireless fan account Beyoncé Legion suggests Renaissance is a 16-song album. Pitchfork has emailed Beyoncé’s publicist for comment and more information.In a new British Vogue cover story unveiled shortly after the announcement, Edward Enninful, the…
The Joys of a Curious Cinematic Mind 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) {…
What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Orenda – Curse of Immortality? My mother and co-writer jokes that I will come out of the shower with an entire story plot. However, it’s not far from the truth. I experience my plotting almost like info dumping. Meaning that I’ll receive ideas for a complicated trilogy in a matter of minutes and then as I sit down and write down the plot more details emerge. It’s an incredible gift that I’m deeply grateful for. If you had to pick theme songs for the main characters of Orenda –…
Britt Robertson has been cast as a series regular on The Rookie: Feds coming to ABC. She joins Niecy Nash-Betts, who will lead the series as Simone Clark, the FBI Academy’s oldest rookie, on The Rookie spinoff. Robertson will play Laura Stensen, a “black sheep” of her family full of brilliant academics, according to Deadline. Laura is the youngest person ever brought onto the FBI’s behavioral analysis unit, but she throws herself into her work after discovering that her boyfriend was having an affair with her best friend — something the professional behavior analyst can’t believe she missed. Now, Laura…
Large-scale agriculture in the Brazilian Amazon. Credit: Erika Berenguer A major study into landscape changes in the Brazilian Amazon sheds new light on the many environmental threats the biome faces—but also offers encouraging opportunities for ecological sustainability in the world’s most biodiverse tropical forest. The study’s findings are critical because as the Amazon moves closer towards a ‘tipping point’, they provide a robust evidence base to inform urgently needed conservation and regeneration priorities in the forest. They show that gains can be achieved through a range of actions—including, but not limited to, halting deforestation. The research, which is published today…
Photography courtesy of Getty Images Questions around the cultural ramifications of the decision remain. By Jillian Morgan Date June 1, 2022 More than three million people tuned into the Law&Crime Network’s live stream to hear the verdict for the high-profile defamation trial between Johnny Depp and Amber Heard. And it swung in Depp’s favour to the tune of $15 million (all figures USD). But both Depp and Heard were found to be guilty of defamation. The jury awarded Depp $10 million in compensatory damages and $5 million dollars in punitive damages, and Heard was awarded $2 million in compensatory damages.…
Astrophysicists have developed the first 3D simulation of the entire evolution of a jet from its birth by a rotating black hole to its emission far from the collapsing star.Simulation shows that as the star collapses, its material falls on the disk that swirls around the black hole. This falling material tilts the disk, and, in turn, tilts the jet, which wobbles as it struggles to return to its original trajectory.The wobbling jet explains the longstanding mystery of why Gamma-ray Bursts blink and shows that these bursts are even rarer than previously thought.Because these jets generate Gamma-ray Bursts (GRBs) —…
Red Hot Chili Peppers already had an insane world tour mapped out for Unlimited Love, their recent album marking the return of guitarist John Frusciante. Now, in addition to shows in the US and Europe with A$AP Rocky, Thundercat, Anderson .Paak & The Free Nationals, HAIM, Beck, The Strokes, St. Vincent, and King Princess, the band have mapped out a tour of Australia and New Zealand in early 2023 with support from Post Malone. Read on to learn how to see Red Hot Chili Peppers and Post Malone when they head down under. What Is Red Hot Chili Peppers and Post Malone’s…
A TV version of Field Of Dreams was set up to start production over at Peacock, but unfortunately, it seems the streaming service won’t be moving forward with the show after all. The exact reason behind the studio’s decision to pass on the project isn’t known, but it did have some serious creators behind it.The series was supposed to be written and executive produced by Michael Schur, creator of The Good Place and co-creator of shows like Parks and Recreation and Brooklyn Nine-Nine. The TV series would also be co-produced by The Gordon Company, who was behind the original film.The TV series was supposed to be…
What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write The Accidental Oligarch: A Ukrainian Saga? I founded a non-profit called Internews 40 years ago, and with our partners we train journalists in more than 100 countries. Ukraine was one of the first and our longest-running program. We essentially developed the first generation of independent media in the country after independence in 1991. I’ve been impressed with Ukrainians for years. And, the timing of this book’s publishing came right at the start of the 2022 war with Russia. All proceeds from this book I am donating to Internews to…
It turns out, Peacock is switching everything up when it comes to Love Island. The fourth season of the hit dating format will air its first season on the streaming service, beginning July 19, with six episodes planned per week. With a new home, a new filming location, and even a new narrator, many questioned whether Arielle Vandenberg would return as host. We now have our answer… Peacock revealed Thursday that Modern Family star Sarah Hyland will be hosting the new season. It is a bit of a shocker when you consider how well Vandenberg was received, but it does…
African wild dog pups. Credit: Bobby-Jo Vial As climate change alters environments across the globe, scientists have discovered that in response, many species are shifting the timing of major life events, such as reproduction. With an earlier spring thaw, for example, some flowers bloom sooner. But scientists don’t know whether making these significant changes in life history will ultimately help a species survive or lead to bigger problems. A study published the week of June 27 in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences shows for the first time that a species of large carnivore has made a major…
Photography courtesy of Cheekbone Beauty “I want people to understand just how much this is still happening.” By Natalie Michie Date June 2, 2022 Would you wear contaminated lip gloss? That’s the question Cheekbone Beauty wants you to consider in its new campaign, #GlossedOver. In light of Indigenous History Month, the makeup brand is calling attention to Canada’s drinking water crisis. The company released three lip glosses infused with water from Indigenous communities across the country. And, just like the water, the products are unsafe to use. Welcome “Luscious Lead,” “E. Coli Kiss” and “Mercury Shimmer” to the Cheekbone Beauty…
Apple Watch Series 8 is reportedly said to feature a larger display than its predecessors. This larger size is expected to be 1.99-inch. The Cupertino-based tech company is said to launch three variants of the new smartwatch. The Apple Watch Series 8 will also reportedly feature a body temperature sensor that is capable of detecting whether you have a fever. It could then recommend talking to your doctor or use a dedicated thermometer. The smartwatch from Apple is also said to get the S8 chip.Ross Young, the CEO of Display Supply Chain Consultants (DSCC), has shared a tweet, teasing that…
Researchers from The Australian National University (ANU) have found an alternative explanation for a mysterious gamma-ray signal coming from the centre of the galaxy, which was long claimed as a signature of dark matter. Gamma-rays are the form of electromagnetic radiation with the shortest wavelength and highest energy. Co-author of the study Associate Professor Roland Crocker said this particular gamma-ray signal — known as the Galactic Centre Excess — may actually come from a specific type of rapidly-rotating neutron star, the super-dense stellar remnants of some stars much more massive than our sun. The Galactic Centre Excess is an unexpected…
Shawn Mendes is the titular reptile in Sony Pictures’ upcoming film adaptation of Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile, and in the first trailer for the film, we see the creature charm the Primm family (led by matriarch Constance Wu) and the rest of New York City. Check out the clip below. Based off Bernard Waber’s children story of the same name, Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile follows Mrs. Primm, Mr. Primm (Scoot McNairy), and their son Josh (Winslow Fegley) as they discover a crocodile living in the attic of their new Manhattan home. While Mrs. Primm and Lyle’s main enemy, Mr. Grumps (Brett Gelman), are naturally terrified…