Joaquin Phoenix has unexpectedly withdrawn from Todd Haynes’ upcoming untitled gay romance film, just five days before production was set to begin in Mexico. The departure has left the project in disarray, with entire sets already built in Guadalajara and international distribution deals in place. Phoenix had been closely involved in developing the screenplay, a […]
Elle King Opens Up About Strained Relationship with Father Rob Schneider
Elle King recently shared candid details about her challenging childhood as the daughter of Hollywood actor Rob Schneider. Speaking on BunnieXO’s “Dumb Blonde” podcast, the country singer described her father as “just not nice” and revealed they would often go years without speaking. King, 35, reflected on the ups and downs of their relationship, noting […]
Miley Cyrus Honored as Disney Legend, Reflects on Her Journey
Miley Cyrus is having a milestone year, becoming both a first-time Grammy winner and now being honored as a Disney Legend. At the D23 Expo in Anaheim, Cyrus was recognized alongside industry greats like Angela Bassett, Harrison Ford, and John Williams. Lainey Wilson kicked off the tribute with a spirited performance of “The Best of […]
August Will Be one of the Best Months for Stargazing in 2024
Astronomers are saying that August will be one of the best months for stargazing in 2024, as it will offer the perfect blend of comfortable summer nights and enticing astronomical sights for people of all ages. From a rare blue moon to stunning sights of Saturn, here are the three astronomy events you won’t want […]
Instrumental Google and YouTube Exec Susan Wojcicki has died at 56
Susan Wojcicki, Google’s 16th employee who helped jumpstart the company in her garage, ran its advertising business, and then helmed YouTube for most of the past decade, has died at 56, according to posts by her husband Dennis Troper and Google CEO Sundar Pichai. As The Verge reports, Wojcicki joined Google in 1998 and was CEO of YouTube from […]
The San Diego Zoo’s new Giant Pandas are Ready for their Close Ups
San Diego’s newest giant pandas made their public debut this month in the San Diego Zoo’s reimagined Panda Ridge habitat. As CNN reports, the pair, Yun Chuan and Xin Bao, are the first giant pandas to enter the United States in 21 years, according to the zoo. “Our newest residents will bring joy to our visitors […]
Singer John Legend Collabs with Rove Concepts to Further Explore Homewares and Furniture
Singer and composer John Legend’s latest compilation will unfold in sultry notes of soft textures, rounded edges and rich tones… and we’re not talking about his music. Inspired by his life and personal style, last week Rove Concepts launched the Journeys collection in collaboration with the EGOT-winning performer. As WWD reports, Rove Concepts said the collection of homewares and furniture will […]
The Army Wants Business to Join them in Taking the Challenge for OSHA Safe + Sound Week
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is once again providing organizations with the tools and information needed to build, improve or maintain safe and healthful workplaces. Safe + Sound Week is a nationwide campaign intended to promote workplace health and safety programs. This year’s event will be held 12-18 August and focuses on job […]
Dolly Parton is Releasing a New Cookie Mix full of Fall Flavors
Even though we’ve not finished sweating through August, brands and retailers are already looking toward mid-to-late autumn. The Home Depot has already launched — and sold out of — its now signature 12-foot-tall skeletons, supermarkets have Halloween candy displays, and Pumpkin Spice-flavored everything has started to arrive on shelves. Now, as Food & Wine reports, Duncan Hines is […]
Urban Outfitters Launches UO Live On Campus with Quavo, Towa Bird, and UO College Shops
This fall semester, Urban Outfitters will launch UO LIVE On Campus—a dynamic series of in-store experiences featuring Gen Z-favorite artists, creators, and can’t-miss moments designed to foster community and connection for an exciting school year ahead. Alongside these events, the brand will launch UO College Shops: 20 specialty campus-adjacent shop-in-shops packed with the season’s must-have college staples. […]