by Stephanie Johnson & Brandon Stanton illustrated by Henry Sene Yee ‧ RELEASE DATE: July 12, 2022 A blissfully vicarious, heartfelt glimpse into the life of a Manhattan burlesque dancer. Likes 35 Our Verdict GET IT New York Times Bestseller A former New York City dancer reflects on her zesty heyday in the 1970s. Discovered…
Shakira, Gerard Pique’s Relationship Timeline: Photos
The way it was. Shakira and soccer player Gerard Piqué were together for 12 years before announcing their eventual breakup. “[Gerard is] with me because he wants to be with Shakira the person, not the celebrity,” Shakira, who was first linked to the professional athlete in 2011, previously told Latina magazine in 2014. “There’s real love, there’s no…
Why Anna Kendrick’s Twilight Character Needs Justice in the Reboot
The Big Picture The potential Twilight Saga reboot has sparked mixed reactions, with some fans welcoming the opportunity for redemption while others argue it’s too soon. Jessica Stanley, a character underutilized in both the books and movies, could be a focal point in the reboot and offer much-needed depth and nuance, while also highlighting female…
WHERE THERE WAS FIRE | Kirkus Reviews
by Susan Mallery ‧ RELEASE DATE: May 31, 2022 A book begging to be read on the beach, with the sun warming the sand and salt in the air: pure escapism. Three woman who join together to rent a large space along the beach in Los Angeles for their stores—a gift shop, a bakery, and…
‘Young and the Restless’ Honors Billy Miller After His Death
Courtesy of Paul Archuleta/FilmMagic The Young and the Restless gave a touching tribute to Billy Miller following his death. The CBS series aired a heartfelt segment at the end of their Thursday, September 21, episode in Miller’s honor. The montage — which began with a title card that read, “In Loving Memory” — featured scenes…
New Indiana Jones Collectible Statue Lets You Re-Enter the ‘Temple of Doom’
The Big Picture Gentle Giant LTD has released a premium Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom statue, meticulously recreating the film’s iconic poster. The statue is intricately detailed, standing at around 15 inches tall, and comes with a numbered certificate of authenticity. Although the latest Indiana Jones film, Indiana Jones and the Dial of…
THE TRADE TRAP | Kirkus Reviews
by Matthew Desmond ‧ RELEASE DATE: March 21, 2023 A clearly delineated guide to finally eradicate poverty in America. A thoughtful program for eradicating poverty from the Pulitzer Prize–winning author of Evicted. “America’s poverty is not for lack of resources,” writes Desmond. “We lack something else.” That something else is compassion, in part, but it’s…
The Challenge’s Wes Bergmann Plans to Teach Baby ‘Dad Is Different’
The Challenge’s Wes Bergmann plans to share his reality TV legacy with his future child. “I think that in some capacity, I’m going to have to explain this part of my life to my child,” Wes, 39, exclusively told Us Weekly on Monday, September 18. “It would be naive of me to think that I…
Who Are the Nightsisters of Dathomir in ‘Ahsoka’?
Editor’s Note: The following contains spoilers for Ahsoka Episodes 6. The Big Picture Ahsoka Episode 6 reveals that Peridea is the actual homeworld of the Nightsisters, an all-female order of Force-sensitive people with connections to The Clone Wars and Star Wars Rebels. Peridea is described as a graveyard planet, inhabited by the dominant force of…
Roger Waters Shares Reworked “Speak to Me / Breathe”: Stream
Roger Waters has unveiled reworked renditions of “Speak To Me / Breathe” from his upcoming album of re-recordings, The Dark Side of the Moon Redux, which interpolates Pink Floyd lyrics from “Free Four” off 1972’s Obscured by Clouds. While the two-part opening track from 1973’s The Dark Side of the Moon served as a type…