A Los Angeles County judge has denied Cher’s emergency bid to have a court-appointed conservator placed in charge of her son’s finances while he remains locked in a New Hampshire psychiatric facility facing criminal charges. Cher had asked for the immediate conservatorship over Elijah Blue Allman, her only son with late Allman Brothers singer Gregg
There’s a certain kind of book that plays it safe—clean structure, familiar ideas, nothing too disruptive. Einstein, Michael Jackson & Me isn’t that book. Written by Howard Bloom, this is part memoir, part manifesto, and part deep dive into how influence actually works. And Bloom doesn’t come at it like an outsider looking in—he’s been
This May, Bayview Entertainment invites horror enthusiasts to witness a descent into madness with the release of Nightmare Symphony. Directed by acclaimed Italian filmmakers Domiziano Cristopharo and Daniele Trani, the film serves as a visceral homage to the legendary Lucio Fulci and the classic Giallo genre. A Descent into Artistic Madness In Nightmare Symphony, a
Paul Newman had nearly every attribute a leading man can hope for—good looks, an appealing baritone, the kind of confidence that puts others at ease rather than setting them on edge. His greatest talent as an actor was his ability to make audiences believe that a person with all these winning traits could still be
Eric Gonzalez is a powerhouse multidisciplinary artist born and raised in Barcelona, Spain. From an early age, he immersed himself in dance, musical theatre, on‑camera acting, singing, and piano—quickly becoming the definition of a true triple threat. At just 13, he published his first book, Mi Amigo El Fantasma (May 2019), now available on platforms
The singer also sang her raunchy hit “Dry Spell” during her appearance on BBC 1 Live Lounge Kacey Musgraves brought her country twang to SZA‘s “Kill Bill” when she covered the break-up track on the BBC 1 Live Lounge. The singer slowed down the track a bit by adding an acoustic guitar, a pedal steel
By Anila Bukhari Grażyna Gładki-Giel is a distinguished preschool educator whose remarkable career spans more than four decades, reflecting an unwavering commitment to the growth, development, and well-being of young children. Her professional journey stands as a testament to the profound impact that a passionate and forward-thinking teacher can have on early childhood education. Throughout


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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. The Most Streamed Audiobooks on Spotify In celebration of Spotify turning 20 this year, they released a list
This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. I love libraries. Not only are they important to me, but they are important to our democratic society as a whole, and should be fought for (especially in light of the attempt at a nationwide book ban). Yet,
How to Identify Credible Sources—A Skill More Crucial Than Ever (March 2025) Ensuring that information being shared is coming from a valid and reliable source has always been crucial. But for many, this hasn’t been especially important for a variety of factors—it’s easy to believe what’s posted if the person posting is one you generally
When we think about annual book lists, very often we are thinking about TheNew York Times best of the year, the NPR Book Concierge, or, of course, Book Riot’s Best of the Year. Sometimes we might see what the New York Public Library has done, as one of the largest and most prominent library systems
Oregon has a rich history of excluding Black people. During westward expansion, while whites were incentivized to “settle” the inchoate Oregon through the “Donation Land Claim Act,” Black people were prohibited from entering the territory. In 1859, Oregon became the 33rd state in the Union, and the only one admitted with an “exclusion clause”. Oregonians
There is a point in almost every academic journey when things stop being simple. It is not about intelligence or effort. It is about volume. Too many assignments, overlapping deadlines, and expectations that keep increasing. In that moment, students begin to look for something practical. Not shortcuts. Solutions. This article is based on direct testing
Horror has always known how to get under the skin. A strange noise in the next room. A figure standing just a second too long in the background. A silence that feels wrong. In film and television, those moments work because the audience is trapped in the director’s hands. We are shown exactly what to
Michael Joy, the prominent horror publicist and creator ofMarketing Macabre, is entering the high-stakes final week of theKickstarter campaignfor his feature film debut,DEAD afterlife. With only$1,500 remainingto hit the primary funding goal, the production team is calling on horror fans and independent cinema supporters to help push this “zombie/ghost mash-up” across the finish line. DEAD
Horror has always been a genre that rewards close attention to craft, and in the past two years slot design has quietly become one of the more interesting places to watch that craft travel. Studios with rights to classic monsters, slasher icons, and haunted-house tropes spent 2024 and 2025 rebuilding mechanical vocabularies around atmosphere, audio
As raw as it is melodic and as smart as it is funny, The Fabulous Sounds of the Pacific Northwest marked Young Fresh Fellows as early, unknowing architects of what we now call alternative rock. Loaded with wiry hooks, relentless energy, and sharp instincts, the 1984 debut set an electrifying standard for a sound still
Frankie, Maniac Woman Movie Review by Matt Boiselle Frankie, Maniac Woman – directed by Pierre Tsigaridis, written by Dina Silva and Pierre Tsigaridis and starring Dina Silva, Stefanie Estes and Jordan DeBarge Synopsis: An aspiring L.A. singer confronts childhood trauma, internalized misogyny and industry fat-shaming until she violently breaks. Take a look back at many
You ask, we answer! @tashell_amoy says, “Hey Dolls can you tell me where Bernice dress is from please” Bernice Burgos celebrated her birthday wearing a $7,300 Dipetsa wetlook dress designed in a pink and orange sunset gradient. The look featured the brand’s signature draped construction with a halter-style neckline, a plunging cutout bodice, and a
Yung Miami stepped out in New York for a press run wearing a vintage Dolce & Gabbana Spring 2004 floral mini skirt paired with coordinating knee-high boots in the same print. She styled the archival set with a structured gold corset top, creating a balanced mix of vintage pattern and sculpted metallic texture. The look
Rihanna appears on the cover of W Magazine Volume Three 2026: The Pop Issue, introducing her baby girl, Rocki. For the feature, she wears a Dior look styled by Jahleel Weaver, marking a notable fashion moment paired with a personal reveal. The editorial was photographed by Tim Walker, with creative direction led by Kevin Tekinel
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.
Producers Eric Martinez and Curt Fulster are thrilled to reveal a terrifying first glimpse of their upcoming found-footage feature, LAST LOOK. The film centers on five distinct cards, each more dangerous than the last. As the influencer broadcasts the escalating chaos, the tension builds toward the final, titular draw: “Last Look.” Directed by A.J. Bennett,
Falls Church-based Eagle Films announces the Blu-ray and DVD release of its latest indie horror adventure, Echoes of Dread, arriving this May, with a streaming debut to follow this summer. From filmmaker Philip Cook, Echoes of Dread builds on the legacy of his cult favorite Despiser—now in its third pressing—delivering a contemporary supernatural thriller rooted
The Gripping Descent into Madness and Mutation Arrives Exclusively in Theaters October 23 DC Studios invites audiences to look fear in the face this fall with the release of “Clayface,” a riveting horror thriller that marks the studio’s first-ever foray into the genre. Directed by James Watkins (The Woman in Black, Speak No Evil), the
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
NEON is proud to debut the first teaser poster for the upcoming cinematic event, LEVITICUS. This haunting first look sets the stage for a visceral experience that explores the thin line between ancient law and modern darkness. TWO TEENAGE BOYS MUST ESCAPE A VIOLENT ENTITY THAT TAKES THE FORM OF A PERSON THEY DESIRE THE