The 40th SXSW Conference & Festivals is over. The fest is not the same as it used to be, but then again, neither is the rest of the world. We now live in a digital universe with search engines, streaming services, and smartphones. Those were unknown in the analogue era. Experiencing music has radically changed.
The debut album of New German Cinema, the solo moniker of Fear of Men‘s Jessica Weiss, is mainly preoccupied with one idea: the Self. In the opener “Sub Rosa”, Weiss makes a statement that acts as the axis upon which the record spins: “Looking to lose my sense of self to build something new.” Over
Ciara and Russell Wilson posed together at The Devil Wears Prada 2 premiere in New York City, coordinating elevated evening looks for the occasion. Ciara wore a blue denim coat by Romeo Hunte, layered over a white button-down shirt and light denim shorts. The look featured a belted waist and extended train detail, paired with
The cast of The Devil Wears Prada 2 reunited in New York, bringing the fashion drama from screen to red carpet. Anne Hathaway, Meryl Streep, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci posed together, marking a full-circle moment for one of fashion’s most iconic films. Anne Hathaway wore a red strapless Louis Vuitton gown featuring a sculpted
In March 2025, during the full Virgo lunar eclipse, Natalie Mering found herself trapped in Big Sur, California. Deep in the woods, a tree had fallen over a power line, blocking the road out of the canyon and effectively shutting off all of the electricity in the immediate area. “I didn’t have cell service, and
Trent Reznor is still one jukebox musical away from EGOT status, but it’s safe to assume that the prime slot he got in Coachella’s dance-focused Sahara Tent feels better to him than any award. In some ways, the booking was the special recognition he’s striven for his whole career, an accomplishment NIN and the producer
Karol G closed out her second historic Coachella set with a bang. After becoming the first Latina to headline the festival in weekend one, the Colombian superstar used her moment in weekend two to announce her next big move: a highly-anticipated tour in support of her fourth studio album, Tropicoqueta. During Karol’s blow-out final number,
The singer took aim at the president for sharing a clip of her father performing the classic tune in 1974 Nancy Sinatra criticized Donald Trump for posting a video of her father Frank Sinatra performing his 1969 song “My Way”on Truth Social over the weekend. On Saturday, the president inexplicably posted a clip of Sinatra
E ven after his massive solo success and a long list of standout moments on BTS songs, at age 28, Jeon Jung Kook hasn’t yet quite figured out who he is. “I’m still forming my sense of self,” he says. It’s hard to blame him. He’s been in BTS since he was 15, which means
A gold record award for Nirvana‘s final album, 1993’s In Utero — which was presented to Steve Albini, who recorded the album, and kept in his archives for decades — is now for sale. The late engineer’s experience with the project became fraught when the trio’s label insisted on remixes, arguing that Albini’s approach was


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This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Since 1990, the American Library Association (ALA) has tracked the books being challenged across the United States. These are documented and recorded challenges, either cataloged by staff or shared with staff by library workers. Challenges, as opposed to
Thirteen books have been banned in the state since the beginning of 2026. The first year of the state’s book removal law, 2024, had more books banned (14); Utah is on course to easily surpass that number if this rate of censorship continues. Utah passed one of the strictest bills related to books in public


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Night Owl by Aimee Nezhukumatathil The author of the bestselling World of Wonders turns her nature-loving pen to the surreal splendor of nighttime. The magic that unfolds during the night transforms nature, not unlike how love transforms us and our relationships with others, all of which she explores here. In a recent guest post, she
This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. What’s a mashed potato book? For the average reader, that’s a nonsensical question, but listeners to Ariel Bissett and Raeleen Lemay’s Books Unbound podcast will recognize the term immediately. It refers to books you are sure you’ll love,
Mary J. Blige made an appearance on Scott Evans’ Houseguest podcast in a monochromatic beige Balmain look that delivered structured tailoring with a modern edge. Styled by Jeremy Haynes, the ensemble featured a cropped cotton jacket with exaggerated shoulders and flap detailing, paired with high-waisted belted shorts accented by a bold gold buckle. Underneath, Blige
If he keeps his Jeopardy! winning streak up, then Jamie Ding could dethrone the legendary Ken Jennings in a couple of months’ time. And Jennings, who now hosts the quiz show, welcomes the challenge from this law student from Lawrenceville, New Jersey. The Jeopardy! emcee addressed the possibility in an audience Q&A recently, after one
What To Know Mark Harmon revealed that a spontaneous phone call to producer Jack Webb led to his first acting opportunity. It allowed him to land an early role in Adam-12. Harmon’s career progressed from supporting film and TV roles to starring as special agent Leroy Jethro Gibbs on NCIS. NCIS star Mark Harmon recently
Dr. Pimple Popper Sandra Lee is back with a new season ofDr. Pimple Popper: Breaking Out on April 20. The dermatologist has been treating patients on television since Season 1 ofDr. Pimple Popperpremiered in 2018. Throughout her time on reality television, Lee has given fans a look inside her personal life, which includes the recent
Sally Spectra already gets the awards for Most Supportive Girlfriend on The Young and the Restless to her boyfriend Billy Abbott (Jason Thompson) and gal pal Audra Charles (Zuleyka Silver), having stood by them numerous times, offering unconditional love and support. Now, it’s time for Sally’s portrayer, Courtney Hope, to get an accolade, namely TV
What To Know Patrick Labyorteaux openly discussed his experience as a teen idol. He admitted that he thoroughly enjoyed the attention and fame,. After Little House on the Prairie, Labyorteaux appeared in JAG, NCIS, and more. Little House on the Prairie star Patrick Labyorteaux recently made a blunt confession about being a teen idol. In
What To Know Willie Robertson overcame his golf-related anxiety with support from family and mentors. Sadie Robertson prepared for maternity leave by holding tryouts to find a temporary host for her podcast. Bella Robertson and her husband Jacob Mayo launched their new clothing store, General Vintage. Willie Robertson faced one of his greatest insecurities during
What To Know Ramy Youssef discusses crafting his HBO specialRamy Youssef: In Love. The comedian, actor, and writer addresses the inclusion of that Pope story, including “Wife Thoughts,” and tesing jokes on his dog Basha. Ramy Youssef is graduating from Feelings and More Feelings to being In Love for his latest HBO standup special, Ramy
Cush Jumbo and Peter Capaldi are back to solve another case together, as Detective Sergeant June Lenker and Detective Chief Inspector Daniel Hegarty, respectively, whenCriminal Record Season 2 premieres on Wednesday, April 22, on Apple TV. After a contentious dynamic in the first season, June and Hegarty must work together in the second. But who
Vampire Time Travelers Movie Review by Matt Boiselle Many thanks to the good souls over at MVD Entertainment for sending this one over – when I opened up the mail package to reveal the Blu-ray cover, I was a little taken aback at the cover art (hence why I used an alternate picture) – nothing
Coffee Monsters Book Review by Matt Boiselle Coffee Monsters – written by Ophelia Darkly with artwork by Davey Cadaver I’m always on the hunt for a spine-chilling read, especially when its written and crafted by people who have a true appreciation for the subject matter…and with a nice, steaming hot cup of coffee by my
In a powerful display of lineage and legacy, Lauryn Hill appears alongside her children in the Denim Tears Spring/Summer 2026 campaign, bringing family and fashion into striking alignment. Shot in black-and-white, the visual story strips away distraction, centering emotion, connection, and the cultural weight behind the collection. The campaign features Hill with several of her
Michael Joy, the mastermind behind the premier horror publicity firm Marketing Macabre, has officially announced his transition from promoter to producer with the upcoming zombie / ghost mash-up, DEAD afterlife. Known for launching the careers of independent filmmakers through his unique PR strategies, Joy is now applying those same macabre sensibilities to his own feature
ZombieCON Vol 1 Movie Review by Matt Boiselle ZombieCON Vol 1 – directed by Kyle Valle, written by Kyle Valle, Erin Aine & Manny Luke and starring Manny Luke, Erin Aine & Punkie Johnson Synopsis: A group of cosplaying friends accidentally trigger a zombie apocalypse, and are forced to cross through an infected Los Angeles
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