Learn more about trans history from Roman emperor Elagabalus to the Stonewall uprising with the upcoming Trans History: A Graphic Novel: From Ancient Times to the Present Day by Alex L. Combs and Andrew Eakett. This graphic nonfiction book comes out on May 13, 2025, and it explores diversity in human sex and gender around
You know that sinking feeling when you smell an amazing scent in a store only to be shocked by the price tag? Dossier has changed the fragrance game, making some of the world’s best-selling designer scents accessible to all budgets. This Dossier perfume review covers everything you need to know about the brand, including their
Twitty & Lynn’s “Cookin’ Up Lovin’,” filmed in Marfa, Texas, evokes the throwback vibes of Once Upon a Time in Hollywood — and is a darn fine song to boot For nearly a decade, the duo known as Twitty & Lynn have been performing the songs made famous by their respective grandparents: Michael Tre Twitty
For over fifty years, Francis Ford Coppola has been a towering, and often controversial, figure in American Cinema. His filmography is one of the most legendary of all time and includes some of the greatest movies ever made like The Godfather (1972) and The Godfather Part II (1974), The Conversation (1974), Apocalypse Now (1979), and
Wallets are accessories that combine style and practicality. They not only hold necessities such as cash, cards, and IDs but also express one’s style and fashion sense. In this guide, we present the top wallets that combine poise and grace with pragmatism. Top Points to Buy Women Wallets Online Shopping Platforms With so many options
Great news ahead of its Nov. 22 opening: Universal‘s feature take of stage musical Wicked has posted first day advance ticket sales on Fandango which rank as the retailer’s second best year-to-date behind Marvel Studios’ Deadpool & Wolverine. As you know that Disney theatrical release posted a first day of $96.1M and 3-day of $211.4M.
Actress Theresa Randle was arrested for assault this week in Los Angeles … TMZ has learned. Law enforcement sources tell TMZ cops were first called to an L.A.-area home for an alleged assault on October 5. Officers responded and took a report — Randle was gone by that time. Two days later, they got another
Welcome to Today in Books, our daily round-up of literary headlines at the intersection of politics, culture, media, and more. South Korean Novelist Han Kang Awarded 2024 Nobel Prize in Literature Han Kang’s Nobel Prize is unusual in a couple of ways. First, she is considerably younger than most winners and has a long time
For over fifty years, Francis Ford Coppola has been a towering, and often controversial, figure in American Cinema. His filmography is one of the most legendary of all time and includes some of the greatest movies ever made like The Godfather (1972) and The Godfather Part II (1974), The Conversation (1974), Apocalypse Now (1979), and
Peacock has released the first trailer for The Day of the Jackal, a new series that will premiere on the streaming service next month. “An unrivaled and highly elusive lone assassin, the Jackal, (Eddie Redmayne) makes his living carrying out hits for the highest fee,” the official synopsis reads. “But following his latest kill, he
Netflix has given viewers a first look at their upcoming romantic comedy stripper movie called The Merry Gentlemen, which stars Chad Michael Murray. “To save her parents’ small-town performing venue, a former big-city dancer decides to stage an all-male, Christmas-themed revue,” reads the synopsis. Image Credit: Netflix Image Credit: Netflix The Merry Gentlemen is scheduled to
The transition from Chat Pile‘s God’s Country to Cool World is partly, as the album titles suggest, a matter of scope. While the Oklahoma City band’s 2022 debut God’s Country tore into the cruel horrors specific (but not unique) to American territory, its follow-up finds them widening their gaze, “with thoughts,” according to vocalist Raygun Busch, “specifically
Marilyn Manson may still face charges for alleged sexual misconduct … with the L.A. District Attorney saying new evidence has recently emerged in the case. Los Angeles County D.A. George Gascón released a statement Thursday … saying prosecutors in the D.A.’s Sex Crimes Division are reviewing new leads and additional evidence that have come to
Donald Trump is getting trolled by the film he fought tooth and nail to prevent from being released … and marketers for the flick are rubbing it in his face at one of his rallies. Trump held an event Wednesday in Reading, Pennsylvania … and midway through, the people behind “The Apprentice” pulled a publicity
Dominique Rawle In ELLE.com’s monthly series Office Hours, we ask people in powerful positions to take us through their first jobs, worst jobs, and everything in between. This month, we spoke to Jasmin Larian Hekmat, the founder of Cult Gaia, a brand defined by its sculptural, sensual, and often viral clothing and accessories. (See: this
Critic’s Rating: 4.5 / 5.0 Good news: no guest star was wasted on Frasier Season 2 Episode 5, and even David got a coherent storyline. The show fired on all cylinders in this smoothly choreographed outing that showcased Pretentious Frasier, Selfish Frasier, and Bebe, his evil agent extraordinaire! This episode was the very definition of
New Netflix thriller It’s What’s Inside turns a party game among friends into a wildly entertaining body-swapping fiasco. The streamer has launched It’s What’s Inside: The Game, giving you the opportunity to experience the body-hopping mayhem for yourself for a limited time. The game is available to play here, now through October 14, so don’t
While the southeast United States braces for another hurricane, Taylor Swift is already swooping in to help. The pop star has made a $5 million donation to aid in relief efforts from both Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton. The latter is expected to make landfall on Wednesday night in Florida (Oct. 9). Swift’s donation will
Play video content BACKGRID Kanye West and Bianca Censori are putting up a united front amid rumors of relationship troubles … reuniting in Tokyo for some quality time after several weeks apart. Check it out … Ye and Bianca look as in love as ever, cuddling up in matching all-white outfits while embarking on a
Nadia Reid has announced her fourth album, Enter Now Brightness, which will be out February 7, 2025 via her new label home Chrysalis Records. The follow-up to 2020’s Out of My Province is led by the single ‘Baby Bright’, which you can check out below. “When my first daughter was born she had these massive
Elizabeth Banks is definitely a familiar face in Hollywood today, but it hasn’t always been that way. She’s built her career and success with her production company, Brownstone Productions, been in integral supporting roles that make big blockbusters what they are and filled out comedic ensembles spanning decades. Not to mention that Banks has directed
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Play video content BACKGRID Dua Lipa stepped fresh out of the oven … looking scalding hot while grabbing pizza in NYC — waving to bewildered onlookers and sharing with some of her compatriots on the sidewalk. The singer-songwriter hit the Big Apple Tuesday afternoon, walking and talking with a camera crew during an interview …
New Netflix thriller It’s What’s Inside turns a party game among friends into a wildly entertaining body-swapping fiasco. The streamer has launched It’s What’s Inside: The Game, giving you the opportunity to experience the body-hopping mayhem for yourself for a limited time. The game is available to play here, now through October 14, so don’t
R.E.M., Sharon Van Etten, MJ Lenderman, the War on Drugs, Angel Olsen, Feist, Wye Ok, Waxahatchee, and more than 100 other artists contributed unreleased songs and live recordings to a new compilation called Cardinals at the Window. The download-only collection benefits victims of Hurricane Helene in Western North Carolina, with proceeds going directly to three
EXCLUSIVE: Samuel Goldwyn Films has acquired North American rights to French survival thriller, Survive, starring Emilie Dequenne (Close), Andreas Pietschmann (Dark), Lisa Delamar, Lucas Ebel, and Arben Bajraktaraj. Pic is getting a release in theaters and on VOD in January. The pic, directed by Frédéric Jardin and written by Matt Alexander, follows Julia and her
Jenna Lyons, Jessel Taank, and Brynn Whitfield showcase their friendships on The Real Housewives of New York City, but can they uncover the truth about each other’s pasts in “Where Is The Lie?” Watch as Taank and Whitfield immediately catch Lyons slipping up in the hot seat (Jenna Lyons? At that Parisian hotel? Never!) while
“Days of Our Lives” actor Drake Hogestyn‘s official cause of death has been confirmed as pancreatic cancer. According to docs obtained by TMZ, the L.A. Medical Examiner’s report states pancreatic cancer was the immediate cause of his death. Other significant conditions contributing to his death, but not directly causing it, included vomiting, dehydration, and whole-body
Welcome to Today in Books, our daily round-up of literary headlines at the intersection of politics, culture, media, and more. What Good is Great Literature? On Literature Nobel Eve, AO Scott’s column on what is so great about greatness anyway uses as its only example….a movie. Scott’s long-tenture as a movie critic makes this a
Netflix has dropped the trailer for The Diplomat Season 2, which stars Keri Russell. It’ll debut on Thursday, October 31. “A deadly explosion in the heart of London shatters US Ambassador Kate Wyler’s world (Keri Russell). Struggling to rebuild the lives that broke and the team that split apart, Kate’s worst fears unfold: The attack that brought