Welcome to Today in Books, our daily round-up of literary headlines at the intersection of politics, culture, media, and more. On the Life-Changing Joy of Re-Reading Books I hardly ever re-read books. It’s not that I am against it of course. It is only that there are so many books that I have not yet
Gillian Welch and David Rawlings have announced their first new album in four years. It’s called Woodland, and it’s set for release on August 23 via the couple’s Acony Records. The follow-up to the 2020 covers LP All the Good Times was recorded at their own Woodland Sound Studios in Nashville. Check out the new
The trailer for Conclave from Focus Features has arrived, the thriller stars Ralph Fiennes as Cardinal Lawrence. The film is currently scheduled to arrive November 1. “It follows one of the world’s most secretive and ancient events – selecting a new Pope. Cardinal Lawrence (Ralph Fiennes) is tasked with running this covert process after the unexpected death
A brand new trailer for the upcoming HBO Dune series has landed. Dune: Prophecy will serve as a prequel to 2021’s Dune and 2024’s Dune: Part Two. It will premiere this coming November. “From the expansive universe of Dune, created by acclaimed author Frank Herbert, and 10,000 years before the ascension of Paul Atreides, Dune: Prophecy
Gillian Welch and David Rawlings are back with Woodland, the first album of songs written by the duo in seven years. The 10-track album was recorded entirely at the East Nashville studio that bears its name, which the duo has owned for more than two decades. “Woodland is at the heart of everything we do,
The recently released movie Fly Me to the Moon, starring Channing Tatum and Scarlett Johannson, is an alternate history centered on the Apollo 11 mission and moon landing in 1969. It was co-financed by Apple and will air on Apple TV+ later this year. But Apple has been in the moon landing alternative history game
Play video content X / Spaces Cardi B had time for Joe Budden today and she cleaned the podcaster’s clock — metaphorically speaking — for discussing her stalled album one too many times. On the latest episode of “JBP,” Cardi’s 6-year album delay came up and Joe used his psychic powers to predict she’ll be
The death of a spouse is one of the most devastating things that a person can experience, and tragically, it’s a pain that many country stars know all too well. But through time and healing, many have learned to love again. In this list, we’re rounding up a group of stars who have found new
EXCLUSIVE: Twisters, the reboot of the 1996 Amblin feature co-written by Michael Crichton, is off to a good start with around $7M in preview money from both Wednesday night’s fan Imax/PLF showtimes and previews which began at 5 p.m. Thursday. Reviews and audience response for the pic starring Glen Powell and Daisy Edgar-Jones is great
Blizzard has dropped a bit more information and trailer for the new Spiritborn class as part of the upcoming “Vessel of Hatred” expansion for Diablo IV. The new class was revealed as part of a livestream event from the Xbox Studio with members of the Diablo IV devteam. Hailing from the brand-new Nahantu region as
Bianca Censori and Kanye West are at it again … and this time she’s out in public with only a thong covering her below the waist — a bit of a change from what we’re used to. Ye and his wife broke bread Wednesday at Chateau Marmont in Los Angeles and Bianca didn’t bother wearing
In this segment, we showcase the most notable albums out each week. Here are the albums out on July 19, 2024: Los Campesions!, All Hell Los Campesinos! are back with All Hell, their first album since 2017’s Sick Scenes. The LP was produced by the band’s Tom Bromley and features contributions from Holly Carpenter on violin,
Another day of book stuff today on Book Riot: Audiobooks are a fantastic medium for the nonfiction genre. There are so many topics that benefit from the conversational nature, speaking the quiet bits out loud, and allowing our minds the time to roll the thoughts around. It harkens back to the days of open forums
Before this blonde dapper boy from Salt Lake City, Utah turned into a big Hollywood star, he was just throwing on his blazer and slacks, hitting the ballroom and having a dance off with his lil’ sis. Before he made a name for himself jiving in the ballroom and showin’ off his moves, he spent
Tom Sandoval says he didn’t mean to sue his ex, Ariana Madix, and is now withdrawing his lawsuit … putting the blame on one of his lawyers. The “Vanderpump Rules” star took to social media Thursday to clear up the legal action he took against AM — where he countersued her in the case Rachel
Bob Newhart — an absolute legend of stand-up comedy, TV and film — has died. Bob passed away Thursday at his Los Angeles home after a series of brief illnesses, according to his longtime rep. He’s perhaps best known for his deadpan delivery, and his 2 successful sitcoms — “The Bob Newhart Show” came first
Travis Kelce flew thousands of miles to spend his last few days with Taylor Swift before Kansas City football training camp starts on Sunday. So far, he has attended both Eras Tour shows in Gelsenkirchen, Germany, and reunited with her backstage to congratulate her post-concert. Yesterday, the couple was filmed leaving her first performance together.
Paint by numbers, often seen as an entry-level activity for beginners, has grown in popularity among adults looking to relax and develop their creativity. This method can significantly improve your artistic skills by teaching you vital techniques like brush control, color blending, and attention to detail. For those who decide to take their craft further,
Terribly sad news from the world of television today, as comedy legend Bob Newhart has passed away at the age of 94. It’s impossible to overstate the impact of the accountant-turned-comic, who influenced generations of comedians with his wry observations and deadpan delivery. After gaining fame with his 1960 standup album The Button-Down Mind of
Play video content The House of Halliwell Shannen Doherty appeared to make peace with longtime frenemy Alyssa Milano before her death … as she doled out surprising praise for the actress in her final days. The actress recorded an episode for the “House of Halliwell” podcast with “Charmed” costar Holly Marie Combs, which was released
Play video content The House of Halliwell Shannen Doherty appeared to make peace with longtime frenemy Alyssa Milano before her death … as she doled out surprising praise for the actress in her final days. The actress recorded an episode for the “House of Halliwell” podcast with “Charmed” costar Holly Marie Combs, which was released
For HGTV‘s show Good Bones, it looked like its successful eight season run was done and coming to an end. Good Bones had an emotional finale to Season 8 in October 2023, and all reports pointed to that being the end of the series for a plethora of reasons. But is the show really done for
For HGTV‘s show Good Bones, it looked like its successful eight season run was done and coming to an end. Good Bones had an emotional finale to Season 8 in October 2023, and all reports pointed to that being the end of the series for a plethora of reasons. But is the show really done for
For as long as the genre has existed, romantic comedies have centered around how to get and keep a significant other. But when How To Lose A Guy In 10 Days hit theaters in 2003, fans were convinced that was about to change. Despite what the title suggests, the movie ends with Matthew McConaughey and
For as long as the genre has existed, romantic comedies have centered around how to get and keep a significant other. But when How To Lose A Guy In 10 Days hit theaters in 2003, fans were convinced that was about to change. Despite what the title suggests, the movie ends with Matthew McConaughey and
Tokyo-based Kino Films has struck a deal with Lionsgate and GK Films to distribute Michael Jackson biopic, Michael, in Japan. Lionsgate is releasing domestically, with Universal set to handle international markets, save Japan where Kino Films expects to release in 2025. The North American release is slated for April 18, 2025. The announcement of the Japan deal
Tokyo-based Kino Films has struck a deal with Lionsgate and GK Films to distribute Michael Jackson biopic, Michael, in Japan. Lionsgate is releasing domestically, with Universal set to handle international markets, save Japan where Kino Films expects to release in 2025. The North American release is slated for April 18, 2025. The announcement of the Japan deal
The FANGORIA Chainsaw Awards are back this year and bigger than ever. Once again airing on AMC’s Shudder, the 2024 FANGORIA Chainsaw Awards has shifted the annual awards show’s shift to October; as such, the window of this year’s eligible horrors is an expanded one, encompassing all of 2023 and the first half of 2024.
The FANGORIA Chainsaw Awards are back this year and bigger than ever. Once again airing on AMC’s Shudder, the 2024 FANGORIA Chainsaw Awards has shifted the annual awards show’s shift to October; as such, the window of this year’s eligible horrors is an expanded one, encompassing all of 2023 and the first half of 2024.
My number one requirement for shapewear is that it feels good on my skin. I want to feel sexy without being pinched or contorted, which is a surprisingly tall order. With Wolford, however, you’ll feel like you’re wearing nothing at all. With this particular suit, your hips, waist, tummy, and chest are all gracefully supported.