TODAY: In 1995, poet James Merrill, dies. “Some writers’ work has managed to be politically charged in subtle, strange ways.” Tobias Carroll wonders what makes a political novel last? | Lit Hub Criticism “I have never met a lonelier person than someone suffering with pain.” One physician’s approach to the nebulousness of chronic pain. | Lit Hub Health Anna Malaika Tubbs reflects on the
(CNN) — Take a passing glance at Dubai, and you may think life is back to normal. In recent weeks, the bustling city has been a sparkling attraction for tourists, especially from Europe, trying to escape the brutal winter and strict coronavirus lockdowns. But as tens of thousands of visitors flocked there during its peak
Play video content Exclusive TMZ.com Piece of The Pie is a new TMZ franchise, showcasing amazingly talented people of color who have had trouble making their mark in the entertainment industry. Our goal here is to raise awareness on behalf of marginalized voices and creators — people who have great stories to tell — and
The vast majority of EU member states have failed to enact new telecoms legislation so the European Commission is taking action… …via a strongly worded letter. The tension is palpable. The European Union hammered out its new Electronic Communications Code over a period of a couple of years, and it finally came into force in
I think it was problematic for Warner Bros. at the time. I had an exec there tell me one time, “This is a great script, it just needs a different ending. It needs to have a more formulaic ending. We need to know because the audience won’t take this.” To a degree, I’m sure he
It’s all about “H O U S E” and Gettoblaster know it best. The duo consisting of Paul Anthony and Zach Bletz hit the streets of Detroit with collaborator Missy for their latest single and brand new music video, out today on Superfett Records. Known for their party-starting house anthems, Gettoblaster deliver a soulful ode to
Photography courtesy of the Art Gallery of Ontario.New styles of trousers made for wheelchair users, an upcoming talk between two fashion icons from the Art Gallery of Ontario + more. By Odessa Paloma Parker Date February 5, 2021 Facebook Twitter The upcoming AGO Talks event features André Leon Talley and Diane von Furstenberg Photography courtesy
Willem Dafoe was allegedly spotted on the set of Spider-Man 3. It had been reported back in December 2020 that Dafoe and Thomas Haden Church were in talks with the studio to return, though it was never confirmed. There are a lot of rumors swirling around the highly anticipated sequel, which many comic book fans
Marilyn Manson‘s manager Tony Ciulla has severed ties with the musician following various abuse accusations throughout the week, a source told Rolling Stone. Ciulla worked with Manson for over 25 years. Earlier this week, Manson’s ex-fiance, actress Evan Rachel Wood, named the artist as her abuser. Several other women have come forward with stories about the rocker as
February 5, 2021, 3:21pm Much has been made of the fact that Samantha will not be appearing in And Just Like That…, the HBO Max reboot of Sex and the City, but luckily, the show will have a Samantha behind the scenes—Samantha Irby. In addition to her TV writing work, Irby has written four books,
(CNN) — In a citywide crackdown, New Orleans announced on Friday that it will be ordering the closure of all indoor and outdoor bars and banning to-go drinks starting next Friday through Mardi Gras day on February 16. During a news conference, New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell called the large crowds seen on Bourbon Street
The Peninsula Hong Kong The Year of the Ox begins on February 12, an exciting time for many around the world as it carries the promise of peace, prosperity, health, and happiness. From the exhilarating city of Hong Kong to Bali’s sacred temples, this trio of specially designed stays and experiences feature standout details, including
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Play video content Exclusive TMZ.com Prince Harry‘s left his quiet home in Montecito to spend some QT with his pal James Corden … but this bro hang is all about work, instead of play. We got this vid of the famous mates chilling on an open-air double-decker tour bus Friday in Hollywood — and they
Mandatory Streamers: HBO Max’s The Head introduces an exciting new thriller Welcome to Mandatory Streamers, our column covering the best new streaming content coming your way every week! For the week of February 1, HBO Max’s mystery thriller The Head introduces audiences to an exciting new survivalist series that makes for a perfect weekend binge-watch. Check out the best shows
Watchmen’s Stacy Osei-Kuffour tapped to pen Marvel’s Blade! After confirming during the Disney Investor Day that the Mahershala Ali-led project would be a film, Marvel Studios has found the writer for the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s Blade in the form of Watchmen story editor Stacy Osei-Kuffour, according to The Hollywood Reporter. RELATED: Mahershala Ali-Starring Blade Officially Confirmed as Movie! Sources report
Oscar-winning actor Christopher Plummer dies at age 91 It is with great sadness that ComingSoon.net must report (via CNN) that legendary Canadian stage and screen actor Christopher Plummer has passed away at age 91. RELATED: Young Frankenstein Star Cloris Leachman Dies at 94 Plummer’s career in theater and on television kicked off in 1953 with a road
The last of the major European economies is now represented in an operator cabal created to do something or other about OpenRAN technology. The group was presented to the world a couple of weeks ago, flush with debutante optimism, vowed to collaborate in order to make Europe a hot-bed of radio access network innovation. Vodafone,