If you’re a lamp or a bed, we have bad news for you. There’s a new kid in town, and it has four legs, a pair of armrests, and is a major supporter of vertical posture. That’s right: couches. These bad boys are the new in-demand stage prop at concerts, with more and more musicians
WNBA All-Star Weekend touched down in Chicago, and the league’s biggest stars brought their fashion A-game to the carpet. From sequined corsets to lace jumpsuits, here are the standout looks from the night. Kelsey Plum showed up for her fifth All-Star weekend in a navy Hermès Spring 2026 halter top and trouser set, proving once
A couple of months ago, I went to the second annual Black Romance Book Festival in Atlanta. It’s not the first event of its kind, but it’s certainly the largest, hosting nearly 3,000 romance authors, narrators, illustrators, vendors, content creators, and, of course, readers. A full weekend of Black romance lovers occupying a shared space
MEET & GREET WITH “THE SILENCE OF THE LAMBS” STAR BROOKE SMITH WHO RETURNS TO BUFFALO BILL’S HOUSE FOR A FILM SCREENING & GUIDED TOURS FOR ITS 35TH ANNIVERSARY AT THE HISTORIC FILM LOCATION TOUR DATES: September 18-20, 2026 All guests receive a full guided tour of Buffalo Bill’s House and the opportunity to meet
Robert Shearn III is an American Model, Actor, Producer, and American Reality Television Award–winning personality, best known for lighting up the screen on TLC’s hit series My Feet Are Killing Me. His unforgettable appearance catapulted him into global pop‑culture fame, earning reactions from icons like Tyra Banks, Raven‑Symoné, Ozzy Osbourne, Sharon Osbourne, Kelly Osbourne, Lindsay
Beyoncé brought elevated glamour to game day, posing with Jay-Z and Shakira at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey for the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final on July 19. The superstar wore a custom Laquan Smith cream double-breasted jacket, cinched at the waist with a matching belt, layered over a sheer white lace catsuit
Rebecca is channeling a bard, Jeff’s referencing multiple epics, Vanessa’s making noises about the score. The nerd factor is turned all the way up today, because we’ve all officially seen The Odyssey. We always do the homework here at Book Riot, and we won’t even try to pretend that we don’t love it when the


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Jennifer Finch, the bassist for influential rock group L7, died Saturday after a battle with brain cancer. She was 59. L7 confirmed Finch’s death in an Instagram post. “With a very heavy heart we announce that our beloved bandmate, friend, and fellow troublemaker Jennifer Finch has passed away today,” it read. “She had a long
Rihanna brought off-duty style to the stands at the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final, opting for an effortlessly cool, oversized look for the marquee match. The singer wore a Vetements Trademark Football Jersey, the brand’s take on a classic soccer kit reimagined in a faded terracotta hue with the label’s signature branding and crest detailing
Shakira took the stage during the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Final Halftime Show at New York New Jersey Stadium wearing a custom Roberto Cavalli look by Fausto Puglisi, embellished with Swarovski crystals. The two-piece set was crafted in a custom “Ray of Sunset” print, exclusively developed for Shakira in golden hour hues with vibrant pink
As summer trudges on, more and more people will pile into cars and take a weekend, week-long, or month-long drive. The road trip is a classic summer experience, whether alone to get away from your stomping grounds, or as a family to experience something new. Comics are uniquely appropriate as a medium to show a
For the first time since BookTok took dragon- and faerie-fueled smut viral, the two juggernaut series that are keeping publishing afloat will face off with major new releases in the same season. Fourth Wing author Rebecca Yarros announced last week that her next book, Threshing Day, will be out September 29. A collection of 13
Shania Twain always dreamed of playing Toronto’s legendary Horseshoe Tavern. The Queen of Country Pop, who has long headlined arenas and recently opened 12 stadium shows in London for Harry Styles, finally got to perform at the Queen Street landmark on Friday night, dropping into a venue that holds 500 people, testing out songs from
Martin Garrix debuted a new U2 collaboration “Fireflies” with help from the Edge during the DJ’s Tomorrowland set Friday in Antwerp, Belgium. The Edge delivered his trademark guitar sound over Bono’s prerecorded vocals for the “Fireflies” debut, with Garrix writing on social media that the track will be “out soon,” and shared a “pre-save” link
“Truly one of the most special things I’ve ever had the opportunity to do,” singer says of shooting visual at same California prison that Johnny Cash performed at Six decades after Johnny Cash performed for inmates at San Quentin, Jelly Roll continues that legacy and visits the northern California prison for his new video “Hands
It’s time for the latest happenings in the world of mystery and thriller books. You know I’ve got you covered with adaptation news, but there’s also a new Miss Marple audiobook, a list of big fall books to know, an awesome cover reveal, and a chat about a new heist novel. Dan Brown’s The Secret
I started my career as a librarian, and while I’ve been working as an editor now for longer than I worked as a librarian, the things I learned while working in the library have informed so much of my career and life. I published my first book while working in libraries, and it was a
Picture books make for a truly special reading experience as they can be shared with the little ones in your life. Wordless picture books offer an even more unique reading experience as the storytelling can become collaborative. You don’t have to know how to read to tell the stories, so this can be a fun
Noah Kahan was forced to cancel his Queens, New York concert at the last minute Saturday due to inclement weather in the area. With heavy rain, severe thunderstorms and strong winds expected in the tristate area Saturday, Kahan’s team and Citi Field officials first attempted to delay the concert a few hours, pushing back doors
Rolling Stone‘s interview seriesLast Man Standingfeatures long-form conversations between senior writer Andy Greene and musicians who are the last remaining members of iconic bands. In some cases, they are the only classic-era member in the current touring lineup. In others, they are the only ones still alive. In either case, the task of keeping the
Beyoncé brought custom style to Jay-Z’s 30th anniversary after-party, tapping Luar for a personalized take on New York Yankees fandom. The custom look nodded to the team’s iconic pinstripes and logo, reworked into a fashion-forward silhouette that fit the celebratory, hometown energy of the night. Stylist Ty Hunter pulled the ensemble together for the outing.
The Johnson family brought serious style to their recent trip to Croatia, stepping out together for a dinner that doubled as a style moment. Cookie Johnson wore a Dries Van Noten red silk cape gown featuring a striking spiral checkerboard print, paired with a white matte crocodile Hermès Birkin for a pop of contrast against
The British rock band Yard Act has never had much interest in offering easy answers. The Leeds quartet built a reputation on sardonic observations about modern life, packaging political unease inside wiry post-punk. But on their third album, You’re Gonna Need A Little Music, they sound surprisingly liberated. It doesn’t abandon those wiry instincts so
It’s 1998. The World Cup is in France. But a new era of globalization and international trade has created a rising demand for Latin music, and the world’s biggest soccer tournament needs an anthem. Enter Puerto Rican singer Ricky Martin. A global sex symbol. A man blessed with a divine voice and the charisma to
Finding a Home for Horror: Introducing Distribution Macabre Securing the right distribution deal can feel like navigating a maze in the dark for independent filmmakers. The team behind Marketing Macabre—a trusted name in horror movie marketing for the past decade—is launching a dedicated solution: Distribution Macabre. This new branch focuses on pitching independent horror films
LongtimeYard Actfans could be easily forgiven for being frightened by frontman James Smith’s startling missive on the first track of their excellent third album.“I’ve got absolutely nothing new to say,”comes his proposition on the claustrophobic gloom of “Empty Pledges.” But fear not. One of Britain’s most acerbic lyricists of recent years has not, in fact,
In the bicentennial summer of 1976, a record number of major rock acts hit the arena/stadium circuit across North America, including Paul McCartney and Wings, the Who, Elton John, Kiss, the Beach Boys, the Band, the Stills-Young Band, Yes, Peter Frampton, and Genesis. These were often part of multi-artist bills that ran for well over
Inklore, publisher of Sora & Haena! Jackbull’s fan-favorite GL manhwa is available in English print for the first time! Yoon Sora may be the top student in her class, but her social skills are way below average—she can barely make eye contact with someone without breaking into a nervous sweat. Luckily for Sora, she happens
Simone Biles and Jonathan Owens brought old Hollywood glamour to the 2026 ESPY Awards, coordinating in rich, complementary tones for the star-studded evening. Owens wore a custom brown tuxedo from Maestro Philippe, featuring satin lapels and a matching bow tie, finished with a boutonniere for a polished, formal touch. Biles stunned in a custom gold
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