Critic’s Rating: 2.5 / 5.02.5What might be Yellowstone’s penultimate episode should have been incredibly emotional. [Note: The show is advertising next week’s as a season finale, though previous news had stated this would be the final season.] Throughout Yellowstone Season 5 Episode 13, the ranch that was supposed to be the Dutton family’s legacy is one step away from being sold to the highest bidder, and Beth seems helpless to stop it. This should be a heartbreaking and depressing potential end to a series that once had my heart, yet I feel nothing except maybe annoyed by how much time…
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A seemingly new Arya Stark spin-off, titled West of the World, has been a topic of discussion among fans. With various rumors and posters making the rounds, many speculate about the return of the beloved character, portrayed by Maisie Williams, as she embarks on new adventures. Viewers are thrilled at this potential spin-off and ready to dive into the new series. Let’s find out if it’s real or fake. Is the Arya Stark: West of the World Game of Thrones spin-off real or fake? Arya Stark: The West of the World Game of Thrones spin-off series is fake and a…
“The pleading speaks for itself. This is a very serious matter that will be litigated in court,” Jane Doe’s attorney, Tony Buzbee, said in a statement to Pitchfork.Roc Nation, the management company founded by Jay-Z, posted a lengthy statement on X casting doubt on the claims and alleging that Buzbee sent his lawyer a blackmail attempt. “These allegations are so heinous in nature that I implore you to file a criminal complaint, not a civil one!! Whomever would commit such a crime against a minor should be locked away, would you not agree?” it reads. “My heart and support goes…
Sometimes I’m thankful I’m not famous. You know what I’ll never have to deal with? Paparazzi at the airport. The last thing I’d ever want after deplaning is some flashbulbs in my face capturing my swollen ankles and under-eye bags. Celebrities, on the other hand, must be prepared for such an encounter—especially when they’re attending a high-profile event.That was the case for Anya Taylor-Joy, who just touched down in São Paulo, Brazil, for the pop-culture festival CCXP. She flew to South America to promote her upcoming action film, The Gorge. While she looked chic on the red carpet, I couldn’t…
WhatsApp has started rolling out a new feature to beta testers that could make it easier to keep track of messages received on the app. The reminders feature that informs users about missed status updates has been updated with the ability to receive reminders for messages, on the latest beta version of the app for Android. The feature is designed in such a way that WhatsApp will only notify users about updates and messages from prioritised contacts, according to a feature tracker.WhatsApp Message Reminders Rely on Internal AlgorithmAfter updating to WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.25.29 (via feature tracker WABetaInfo), the…
This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s a look back at the news stories Today in Books readers were most interested in this week.The New York Times Picks Its 10 Best Books of 2024If there is a list you want to be on at the end of the year as an author, it is this one. Less expansive than the 100 Notable books lists, which is arguably more interesting just for the range, the 10 best list is the NYT’s real stamp of approval. It can help sometimes in the…
As the final full moon of both 2024 and fall, the rise of the Cold Moon will provide a spectacular, if frosty, finale to the celestial calendar.Officially full at 4:01 a.m. EST on Sunday (Dec. 15), the full moon will be best seen rising in the east later that day at the time of moonrise where you are. It will be in the constellation Taurus, surrounded by some of the night sky’s brightest stars and the planet Jupiter.Although it can easily be seen with the naked eye, a pair of binoculars or a small beginners’ telescope will give you a…
Hut hut! Super Bowl LIX is now just two months away, and while we still do not know which teams will make it to the biggest show in professional football, we do know a bit about what to expect from the halftime show. That’s right, preparations for the Super Bowl LIX Halftime Show are already underway, and here’s what we know so far! When and where does the Super Bowl LIX Halftime Show take place? The halftime show for Super Bowl 59 will take place after the second quarter of the game on February 9, 2025. The game will take…
A new record has been set for the price of movie memorabilia. At an auction this weekend, a pair of ruby slippers that was worn by Judy Garland during the making of The Wizard of Oz sold for $28 million. Adding in the buyer’s premium, the total cost was $32.5 million.And you thought you were a Wicked fan. There really is no place like home.The pair of slippers is arguably the most famous prop in the history of movies. If it’s not number one, it has to be in the top five, along with other items like Citizen Kane’s sled and Indiana Jones’ whip. (When…
Eugenio Derbez is walking back his harsh comments about Selena Gomez‘s performance in the Netflix musical movie Emilia Pérez. During a recent appearance on the Hablando de Cine podcast, the Mexican actor and comedian criticized Gomez’s attempt at speaking Spanish in the film, calling her performance “indefensible.” Gomez, who plays Jessi del Monte in the Jacques Audiard-directed film, speaks Spanish in the movie but is not fluent in the language. “Selena is indefensible,” Derbez said in a clip from the podcast, which was shared on TikTok. “I was there [watching the movie] with people, and every time a scene came…
A professional gamer. A top-ranked esports athlete. A renowned figure in competitive shooter circles—I’m none of these things. But could that be down to my choice of controller? Could something that’s a step up from the standard Xbox pad I use for PC and console alike up my game, quite literally?The Thrustmaster H.E.A.R.T. (a rather tortured acronym, standing for “Hall Effect AccuRate Technology”—more on what that means shortly) promises to do just that, offering greater accuracy and responsiveness to deliver improved in-game performance, without breaking the bank. In essence, it aims to be an entry-level pro controller.That might sound like…
Books That Echo the Spirit of “Nightbitch” Nightbitch, starring Amy Adams, hits theaters today, offering a bold, unsettling take on motherhood as a mythical transformation. If you love stories that push boundaries and explore identity and survival, these books capture the fierce spirit of Nightbitch. 2024’s Best Audiobooks Bring Extraordinary Lives to Life Step into the lives of extraordinary people with AudioFile’s 2024 Best Biography & Memoir Audiobooks. Expertly narrated by pros and iconic authors, these audiobooks will captivate you from the very first word! Goodreads Names Its Choice Awards Winners — So How Did We Do? Last week BookTrib…
A drunken forest in Alaska, where trees are tilting or collapsing to the ground due to permafrost meltGlobal Warming Images/Shutterstock Melting permafrost in Arctic forests may cause trees to tilt to the side in ways that slow their growth, reducing the amount of carbon these “drunken forests” store. The northern hemisphere’s boreal forest is a vast ecosystem that contains up to 40 per cent of all carbon stored on land. Rapid warming of the Arctic due to climate change is already affecting how these forests grow and thus how much carbon they store. It is also melting… View Original Source…
Former U.S. Army military police major Jack Reacher (Alan Ritchson) will be coming back for another edge-of-your-seat season of Reacher. After shoving the head of security and all-things-evil, Shane Langston (Robert Patrick), out of a moving aircraft for killing members of his unit in Season 2, Reacher is all set for more vigilante justice. News of the muscular hero’s return came almost immediately following the finale of Season 2 when Ritchson took to Twitter/X to announce it. One can only imagine who will be on the receiving end of Reacher’s fist, but what we do know is that he makes…
Rumours review – laughing while crying inside 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
Nicko McBrain is about to play his last show with Iron Maiden.The band’s longtime drummer, who suffered a stroke in January 2023 but returned to the road four months later, announced the news on the band’s official website: “After much consideration, it is with both sorrow and joy, I announce my decision to take a step back from the grind of the extensive touring lifestyle. Today, Sat, Dec 7th, Sao Paulo will be my final gig with Iron Maiden. I wish the band much success moving forward.”McBrain joined Iron Maiden in 1982, first appearing on their 1983 album Piece of…
In today’s fast-paced world world, it feels like everything is moving at lightning speed. The social media trends that were buzzing last week seem to disappear from my algorithm the next, while the It items everyone was trying (and failing) to get their hands on just a few months ago seem to become more available as new styles usher in. Overwhelmed by the constant noise and attempting to keep up, it can be easy to feel a little lost in it all.That said, while I firmly believe that a wardrobe should be built on timeless, feel-good pieces that you’ll love…
Alexander Cornwell / Reuters: A White House official says that the US believes China-linked Salt Typhoon hackers targeted and recorded the phone calls of “very senior” US political figures — The U.S. believes that an alleged sweeping Chinese cyber espionage campaign known as Salt Typhoon targeted … View Original Source Here
06 Dec 2024 6 New Memoirs About Triumph of the Human Spirit Life is full of challenges, but it is in overcoming them that the human spirit shines its brightest. Memoirs offer a unique lens into these moments of resilience, hope, and transformation, giving us stories that inspire and connect us on a deeply personal level. In this collection of six new memoirs, authors open up about their journeys through adversity, their victories over the odds, and the profound lessons they’ve learned along the way. Like A Redwood Seed – Stronger Than The Flames by Fia Sylvan Release Date: October…
by Michael Wheeler, David Dunstan, Lauren Arundell, Mats Hallgren and Paddy Dempsey, The Conversation Credit: Micah Eleazar from Pexels In many households, screens are part of daily life—from work to entertainment. But for parents, setting boundaries around screens isn’t just about kids; it’s also about modeling a balanced approach to screen use. Our research shows parents who spend excessive time on screens may unconsciously encourage similar habits in their children. Excessive screen time in young children is linked to developmental delays in communication and problem-solving. One explanation is that screen time displaces parent–child interactions that are crucial for development. This…
Yellowstone Season 5 Part 2’s tagline is, “generations of blood have led to this.” Indeed, Yellowstone and its two spinoff prequels, 1883 and 1923, have shown the Dutton family’s lives on the ranch dating back to when the family home was first built. 1883 shows how they came to Montana from Tennessee, 1923 shows them protecting the property through the difficulties of the Great Depression, and Yellowstone is the modern-day display of the slowly dying ranching way of life. 1923 Season 1 will have its network debut on Sunday, December 8 after the penultimate episode of Yellowstone Season 5. Ahead of its Paramount Network debut and the 1923…
Paramount Plus’ new TV and movie releases for December 9-15 2024 include The Fabulous Four and An Evening with Dua Lipa. Starting December 9, The Fabulous Four will be available on Paramount Plus. Directed by Jocelyn Moorhouse, it is an American comedy-drama. The film chronicles the adventures of a group of friends who studied at the same college. Their lives end up taking an interesting turn when they receive an invitation to be the bridesmaids at a college friend’s dream wedding. As the trip commences, things do not go as smoothly as they expected. While friendships are rekindled, the past…
Even while spending the last five years preparing to play Bob Dylan—including learning 30 of his songs for the biopic A Complete Unknown—Timothée Chalamet has apparently not missed a single major college football game. Or even the mid-majors. The actor (sporting a puffy pink jacket, natch) appeared on ESPN’s College GameDay in Atlanta on Saturday, where he impressed hosts Pat McAfee and Kirk Herbstreit with his wealth of knowledge and interesting tidbits while predicting six weekend winners. And his picks are already paying off, as he was the only one on set to choose Ohio to defeat Miami (Ohio). Of…
A U.S. federal appeals court on Friday upheld a law requiring Chinese-based ByteDance to divest its popular short video app TikTok in the United States by early next year or face a ban.The decision is a major win for the Justice Department and opponents of the Chinese-owned app and a devastating blow to TikTok parent ByteDance. It significantly raises the prospects of an unprecedented ban in just six weeks on a social media app used by 170 million Americans.TikTok plans to appeal the decision to the Supreme Court.In detailing their support of the law, the appeals court noted it was…
This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Welcome to Today in Books, our daily round-up of literary headlines at the intersection of politics, culture, media, and more.The Lists Keep Coming and They Don’t Stop Coming Gone are the days when a publication could release one best-of-the-year list to rule them all. Algorithms and the increasingly fragmented media landscape they’ve wrought mean that bookish media outlets, including this one, need to try multiple avenues to reach readers. In best-of season, this results in not just The Best Books of the Year,…
When you think of electric fields, you likely think of electricity — the stuff that makes modern life possible by powering everything from household appliances to cellphones. Researchers have been studying the principles of electricity since the 1600s. Benjamin Franklin, famous for his kite experiment, demonstrated that lightning was indeed electrical.Electricity has also enabled major advances in biology. A technique called electrophoresis allows scientists to analyze the molecules of life — DNA and proteins — by separating them by their electrical charge. Electrophoresis is not only commonly taught in high school biology, but it’s also a workhorse of many clinical…
Critic’s Rating: 4.5 / 5.04.5Blue Bloods did it again, delivering another amazing episode. It was hard to focus, knowing that at this time next week, I will be trying to see through my tears well enough to put my thoughts together about the series finale. But Blue Bloods Season 14 Episode 17 didn’t give off a single sign that it was the penultimate episode. It just delivered the strong stories and family moments that make this show so special. (Courtesy of CBS) Danny Got Teased At Sunday Dinner While Dealing With A Heartbreaking Case The Rest Of The Week Danny…
Showbiz is a tough industry, and making television shows is particularly hard. They’re much longer than movies, and, if successful, have the potential to become years- and even decades-long commitments for everyone involved, from stars to writers to directors. It’s great to be gainfully employed, especially when you have a rabid fanbase clamoring for more as soon as a season of a show is finished, and if your show is popular enough you know you’ll always have a group of people ready to wait for new installments, no matter how long it takes.For some shows, those gaps of waiting between…
Thursday are closing out 2024 with another new song. Following the April comeback track “Application for Release From the Dream,” they’ve now released “White Bikes,” along with a black-and-white video created by Duran Levinson and Nick Scholey. Watch the video for the new song below.Thursday recorded “White Bikes” in June at Hansa Tonstudio, the Berlin, Germany, studio where David Bowie made “Heroes” and Iggy Pop made Lust for Life. “This is our gift to you this holiday season. We hope you love it as much as we do,” the band shared. “White Bikes started with an idea from [guitarist] Norman…
If there’s anyone out there that can make Uggs and leggings look chic, it has to be Kendall Jenner. With years spent at the epicentre of the fashion industry, the model’s well-honed styling skills give her daily outfits an advantage—luckily for us, we can look to her for inspiration.Wearing the trending sheepskin boots that top Christmas wish lists around the world, Jenner stepped out in a simple and cosy outfit composed of short Uggs and black leggings. While this style formula is nothing unique—I’m sure many of us have spent countless Sundays in the exact combination—her elegant knit entirely elevated…