Anatomy of an Alibi by Ashley Elston Ashley Elston had a hit crime novel in 2024, First Lie Wins, which was selected by Reese’s Book Club and is getting the adaptation treatment by Octavia Spencer. In January, she’s back with a new twisty crime novel. This time around, we follow Camille as she’s trying to
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From Saxon Ratliff and Conrad Fisher to Ilya Rozanov and Mirren Sinclair, 2025 has been the year of the yearner. Now that the end of the year is here, we’re finally ready to revealSwooon‘s official (and final) ranking of the best yearners of 2025. What is a yearner, you ask? Well, Merriam-Webster defines a yearner
Brenda Lee will always be a special part of the Christmas season. While she recorded her hit song “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree” at 13 years old, she has kept her career going throughout the decades. Now, at 81 years old, she has a new limited-edition vinyl exclusively at Target and a new book celebrating
What To Know Models from The Price Is Right shared a behind-the-scenes. The video featured the group performing choreographed moves to “Sexy Can I” by Ray J. The models have wrapped filming for the season. The Price Is Right models have shown off their moves in a recent video. Alexis Gaube and Amber Lancaster danced
Let’s face it. Some Christmas traditions are better than others. Christmas cookies? Yes! Egg nog? Yes! Cutting down your own tree? Nope. (See National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation below.) Hanging mistletoe? That can be awkward with a house full of relatives. Caroling out in the snow? Well, baby, it’s cold outside. Staying inside, warm and snug,
What To Know Most soaps will air new episodes on Christmas Eve, but will show repeats or be preempted on Christmas Day. Days of Our Lives will continue with brand-new episodes on both December 24 and 25, as it is not affected by holiday scheduling on Peacock. Happy holidays, soap fans! Wondering if you’ll have
Christmas time is usually supposed to be about coming together with loved ones, giving back, and watching lighthearted movies with a holly jolly and wholesome message. But if you’re naughty and lamenting the passing of Halloween, you can be a Grinch and watch some special holiday horror movies instead. Although your typical X-mas movie focuses
Since Carrie Underwood wonAmerican Idol in 2005, her life has been in the public eye. Fans have witnessed her love story with husband Mike Fisher from their first meeting in 2008 to their 2010 wedding date and beyond. Underwood will be returning as a judge on Season 24 ofAmerican Idol in 2026, but where does
Even the number-crunching Ebenezer Scrooge would be hard-pressed to count how many times Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol has been adapted for the screen. (Check out our 10 favorite Scrooges from film and TV.) But non-Dickensian TV shows have also devoted episodes to Christmas Carol-inspired stories, as you’ll see below. With selections spanning five decades
Though it isn’t explicitly stated in the books, a portion of the Heated Rivalryfandom has long wondered if Shane (Hudson Williams) is neurodivergent, sharing the theory online. Now that his love story with Ilya (Connor Storrie) has made its way to TV, we have our answer. Straight from the source herself, author Rachel Reid has
Taylor Sheridan’s turn from television actor to one of the most successful writers, directors, and producers in Hollywood started with an insulting response to a request for a raise. At the time, Sheridan was playing Deputy Chief David Hale on Sons of Anarchy, but studio brass didn’t think he deserved more money for his work,
What To Know Erin and Ben Napier revealed why they can’t host the upcoming season of Home Town Takeover. The show’s new season will reportedly take place in Canada. Erin and Ben will return to HGTV in 2026 with Season 10 of Home Town and the premiere of their latest show,Home Town: Inn This Together.
Christmas is the perfect time to gather together with all your loved ones for a cozy night spent sitting around a bright, crackling … TV. After the stockings have been hung by the chimney with care and all your eggs have been suitably nogged, you can tune into classic films and TV episodes on both
You asked, and we delivered. Drum roll, please… Knock Your Blocks Off: Swooon Edition with Harriet Herbig-Matten and Damian Hardung is here! Over the past two seasons, fans have become well-acquainted with Ruby and James, watching their angsty star-crossed romance unfold in Maxton Hall — The World Between Us. Like author Mona Kasten’s trilogy (which
In 2025, the independent horror scene is defined by a bold mix of experimental original concepts, a batch of true indie gems gaining critical acclaim for their unique visual styles and willingness to push genre boundaries. Sorority of the DamnedAn independent comedy-horror film that follows an inept handyman named Trevor Harmony who discovers he is
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. Barack Obama’s Favorite Books of 2025 Obama’s now semi-annual drop of his favorite books of the year has
Cardi B and Stefon Diggs made a statement in Baltimore after Sunday Night Football, stepping out in coordinating fur coats sourced from Pechuga Vintage. The couple was photographed following the December 21, 2025 matchup between the New England Patriots and the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium. For the post-game moment, Cardi B layered up
Stranger Things remains the gold standard for nostalgia because it uses the 1980s not just as a backdrop, but as a narrative engine that appeals to multiple generations simultaneously Characters in Stranger Things are widely popular because they blend universal coming-of-age experiences with deep emotional authenticity and nostalgic archetypes 10. Jim Hopper: The gruff but
Karrueche Tran was spotted showing her support for Shedeur Sanders at a recent football game, attending alongside his father, Deion Sanders. The appearance blended sports and style, with Karrueche delivering a polished cold-weather look fit for the stands. For the outing, Karrueche wore a long coat by Rowen Rose, retailing for $1,432. The statement outerwear
The Golden Sarcophaga coming in January 2026 from Bayview Entertainment. Synopsis: A drifter of a small storefront church’s congregation stumbles acrossa large insect last seen before the time of Christ and emerging enmasse to render a new plague upon the modern world.From award winning director James Fotopoulos. Director: James FotopoulosGenre: HORROR, SCIENCE FICTIONOriginal Language: EnglishRun
Rihanna was spotted arriving at Giorgio Baldi in Santa Monica, serving an effortless yet elevated take on off-duty luxury. The superstar opted for a polished mix of textures and proportions that felt relaxed while still unmistakably high fashion. For the outing, Rihanna wore a $2,150 checked teddy zip-up jacket from Miu Miu, bringing warmth and
The first time an album cover won a Grammy, the trophy went to Frank Sinatra Sings for Only the Lonely. Now, a whole new crop of artists are vying for an honor that the Grammy Awards ditched in the Seventies. In 2026, the awards show is reviving the Best Album Cover category, with Tyler, the
With sold out shows, and a plethora of electrifying performances, Brandy and Monica have officially ended the “The Boy is Mine“ tour. The iconic R&B singers, who set the industry ablaze early in the game joined forces after 27-years to perform their legendary duet. In addition to the two R&B divas, the tour included special
Living in a rural area is very beneficial to many. Quiet surroundings, open space, privacy, less traffic around, and generally a slower pace of life are things that many people enjoy. However, rural homes definitely require a different kind of care compared to apartments, and many people who move to rural areas tend to forget
If you’re a Star Trek fan, ’tis the season for reading the farewell posts of the Strange New Worlds cast. From Celia Rose Gooding twerking on the Captain’s Chair to the final cast photo featuring a bearded Spock, we’ve gotten a lot of content from the set about the final weeks of filming, even if
Sitting at home and watching from the comfort of my own couch, I often feel bullish about what I could do in Fiji given the opportunity. I think I’d be solid in challenges and make a few key allies, and ride that wave until I couldn’t anymore. However, I’m not factoring in the lack of
Many have had the experience of picking up a book they can’t put down, but Sean Penn seemingly had an experience that tops most. Apparently, when Penn first picked up the script for Paul Thomas Anderson’s 2025 movie schedule release, One Battle After Another, he just couldn’t resist. It would also seem that because the
Spoilers ahead for The Housemaid. Paul Feig is a filmmaker who works in multiple genres, and he’s back in theaters with the book to screen adaptation, The Housemaid. Critics have been positive about The Housemaid, and audiences now have their chance to judge for themselves. I personally saw an early screening where people verbally reacted
Considering its long-running position as being one of the best shows to binge on Netflix amidst the service’s ever-growing content library, Stranger Things could possibly take over the entirety of pop culture the back half of Season 5 goes live. So you might as well stock up on show merch before we all join Holly
The current NBA season isn’t quite at the midpoint yet, with the All-Star Break not happening until February, but that might be a good thing, as nearly half of its teams are facing some serious broadcast issues behind the scenes. The 2026 TV schedule may see a massive change early on in terms of how