One day after the presidential election, and in the days following, Black people across the country, reportedly as young as middle schoolers, received text messages addressing them by name and telling them that they would be transported to plantations to work as slaves and “pick cotton.” While the exact language of the messages vary slightly,
First Nations Australians have called for TV chef Jamie Oliver to withdraw his children’s book from sale, saying it includes a “damaging stereotype of First Nations people and experiences.” The British TV chef and author has apologised for the offence he has caused to indigenous Australians with his children’s book Billy and the Epic Escape.
Nicole Scherzinger was the subject of a lot of backlash on social media after it was revealed she commented on a controversial (to some) post on Instagram. The 46-year-old Sunset Boulevard star showed support for a hat that Russell Brand, an outspoken Donald Trump supporter, shared on his Instagram account. “Where do I get this
Listen via: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Podcasts | More PlatformsHank Azaria steps into the spotlight in a new role as the frontman of Hank Azaria and the EZ Street Band, channeling his inner Bruce Springsteen in a tribute act that started as a 60th birthday celebration and quickly turned into a regular gig. He’s even taking it on the
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. Dorothy Allison, Author of Bastard Out of Carolina, Dies at Age 75 Though her second novel, Cavedweller was
The true crime genre has skyrocketed in popularity, whether consumed via TV, movies, podcasts, books, or social media accounts. We love engrossing ourselves in riveting narratives about the darker side of human nature. Experts have devised numerous reasons why it captivates audiences, from loving mysteries to feeling accomplished from a closed case to general intrigue
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. Out of pure curiosity (and with a little fear of the cringe), I recently scrolled way too far back in my
Filmmaker Patrick Rea (I Am Lisa, Nailbiter, They Wait in the Dark, the upcoming The Night Is Young) is back with new horror film Super Happy Fun Clown, an upcoming feature adaptation of a short that recently screened at Panic Fest and Nightmares Film Festival. Production on Super Happy Fun Clown recently wrapped and Bloody Disgusting has been exclusively
Welcome to Beyoncé country. When it comes to the 2025 Grammy Award nominations, Cowboy Carter rules them all. She leads the nods with 11, bringing her career total to 99 nominations. That makes her the most nominated artist in Grammy history. Cowboy Carter is up for album and country album of the year, and Texas
Nicholas Hoult was destined for the DC Universe, but before landing the role of Lex Luthor in James Gunn’s Superman, he suffered an “emotional blow” when he found out he wasn’t going to star in Matt Reeves’ The Batman. In a new interview, the Skins alum opened up about discovering Robert Pattinson was landing the role
Prince William has stated the obvious. But he’s making headlines by doing so. In an especially candid interview on November 7 — which took place at the conclusion of his visit to Cape Town, South Africa — the Prince of Wales opened up about just how challenging the past several months have been. Prince William,
In an interesting twist of family ties, it turns out that Gerard Way, the frontman of alternative emo rock band My Chemical Romance, is related to none other than podcast host Joe Rogan. The surprising revelation came to light during an October 2019 episode of Rogan’s podcast, The Joe Rogan Experience, where filmmaker Kevin Smith, a mutual
The Teller of Small Fortunes by Julie Leong This cozy fantasy book is a perfect comforting reading. Tao is a traveling fortune teller running from her past. She only tells small fortunes: inconsequential details of your future, like when the cow will calve. She knows where dealing in big fortunes leads. When an ex-thief and ex-mercenary
Paramount Global posted mixed third quarter financial numbers as its TV and film divisions dipped, but bosses are pointing to solid subscription growth and profits at Paramount+ and cost reductions as signs their plan is “working.” Revenues for Q3 were $6.73 billion, down 6% year-on-year, but adjusted earnings per share were up 63% at 49
Obviously, no two people are alike, and the benefits of chia seeds in water might be different for you than they are for me. That said, both doctors and dieticians do endorse them. “Chia seeds are high in fibre and healthy fats, with little to no starch, making them an excellent choice to help keep
Bottleneck Gallery is bringing The Crow fans back to Devil’s Night for limited edition posters in celebration of the film’s 30th anniversary. Designed by Jack Gregory, three variants of the 36×24 fine art giclee print will be available tomorrow, November 8, at 12pm ET/9am PT. The standard edition is limited to 125 for $50, the
Progressive governors and attorneys general are already moving to defy Donald Trump two months before the president-elect retakes the Oval Office. In California, Governor Gavin Newsom called on lawmakers Thursday to convene a special session aimed at “Trump-proofing” state laws. New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced a statewide initiative to combat “policy and regulatory threats”
The UK government plans to examine ways of sustainably preserving linear television for older and underprivileged audiences amid the streaming revolution. Media minister Stephanie Peacock will oversee a forum of broadcasters and experts to consider the future of traditional TV so that all viewers can continue to access British content. The BBC, ITV, Channel 4,
EXCLUSIVE: Macaulay Culkin has joined the Season 2 cast of Fallout, Prime Video‘s breakout series from Kilter Films, in a recurring role, sources tell Deadline. Executive produced by Jonathan Nolan and Lisa Joy, Fallout is based on the video game series from Bethesda Game Studios. Two hundred years after the apocalypse, the gentle denizens of
Argentinian police have charged three people in connection with the death of Liam Payne. The former One Direction member fell to his death at a Buenos Aires hotel on October 16th. A toxicology report subsequently revealed that Payne had a number of drugs in his system at the time of his passing, including cocaine, benzodiazepine,
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. Sales Surge for Dystopian Books The Handmaid’s Tale. On Tyranny. Men Explain Things to Me. These are the
Exciting news, Law & Order: SVU fanatics! We have an exclusive sneak peek of Law & Order: SVU Season 26 Episode 6 from NBC that gives us an additional clue as to what the episode will be about. Those of you who were wondering what was going on with Kate Silva will be thrilled with
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. Good American is known for its innovative material, B-corp certified production, and inclusivity when it comes to sizing. To be frank,
While many works of Richard Matheson ended up on the small screen, the author was a giant when it came to genre. From post-apocalyptic monsters to gremlins on a plane, Matheson fathered a treasure trove of speculative stories that have since inspired countless other writers, including Stephen King. King said of the late Matheson: “[He]
Three people have been charged in relation to One Direction singer Liam Payne‘s death in a fall from his Buenos Aires hotel balcony last month, Argentine authorities said on Thursday. The 31-year-old’s death shocked the world, and raised questions about how he had fallen. A 911 call from a hotel employee the day Payne died
Streaming platform Mubi has cancelled its long planned Mubi Fest Istanbul at the eleventh hour after the city governor banned a screening of Luca Guadagnino’s LGBTI+ themed movie Queer, which was to have been the opening film. The film festival, which ran in Istanbul for the first time in 2023 after editions in São Paulo,
Gal Gadot being cast as Wonder Woman remains one of the most popular decisions that was made in the age of the DCEU, but she faced stiff competition for the role. The actress joined the franchise alongside Ben Affleck and Henry Cavill and was lauded as one of the brightest lights for her portrayal of
Rapper-producer Erick the Architect thinks a lot about New York City. Born Erick Arc Elliott, he grew up there and learned to love music and how to create it, first as part of the acclaimed hip-hop trio Flatbush Zombies. The city remains a central subject for him, even after relocating to Los Angeles to continue
This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. CJ Connor is a cozy mystery and romance writer whose main goal in life is to make their dog proud. They are a Pitch Wars alumnus and an Author Mentor Match R9 mentor. Their debut mystery novel BOARD
UK network ITV is planning an additional £20M ($25.9M) in net cost savings, as impacts of the 2023 Hollywood labor strikes hit its production arm and broadcaster demand drops. The broadcaster has posted group revenues of £2.74B, down 8%, for the nine months to September 30, 2024, with media and entertainment turnover, which includes linear
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