With a Debut Album This Good, Being a Nepo Baby is Not Laila!’s Problem

For a then 14-year-old Laila Smith, it was GarageBand. Ive kind of felt a little bit anxious about it all week. So Ive just been trying to enjoy myself as much as possible. Dylan DeJong Dougherty* You produce all of your songs, and youre a producer first. I was in band in elementary school and middle school. I was always in the vocal programs. So I just picked it up....

September 6, 2024 · 4 min · 813 words · Anna Choi

‘His Three Daughters’ Turns a Familiar Family Drama Into the Best Movie of the Year

(Even with John Mayer? Sure, she replies. And Vincent … well, hes dying. Lyonne, Olsen, and Coon in ‘His Three Daughters‘Sam Levy/Netflix Theyre settling in for a long goodbye. This reunion means everyone will begin rehashing old grudges and reopening old wounds. Everyone has their excuses, their coping mechanisms, and their reasons for not making nice. Each of them is starting to mourn the loss of their dad in their own respective way....

September 6, 2024 · 2 min · 220 words · John Henderson

‘The Bear’ Culinary Producer on Hosting a Great Dinner Party: ‘Less Is More’

But, sometimes, theresnotplenty of inspiration (or know-how) when it comes to outfitting that dinner party. She also brought personal experiences that would inform some of the shows storylines and character arcs. For Storer, one of the most important objectives should be seasonality. Mik Milman/Miraval Miraval showcases the true essence of its terroir and lifestyle of the region. Similarly, my approach to cooking focuses on using seasonal and locally sourced ingredients, says Storer....

September 6, 2024 · 2 min · 221 words · James Webb

‘What the Hell’: White House Slams Trump’s Incoherent Child Care Response

Its a very important issue. The former president then rambled about taxes on foreign countries. The Harris campaigntweeted a clipof the moment from their official X account. Donald Trump speaks at the Economic Club of New York on Sept. 5, 2024.David Dee Delgado/AFP/Getty Images Rising costs of child care and child rearing have become a flagship issue for the Harris campaign. On Wednesday, Trumps vice presidential candidate J.D. Vance was asked how he would lower the cost of childcare during a Turning Point USA event....

September 6, 2024 · 1 min · 85 words · Yvonne Solomon

‘Wise Guy: David Chase and The Sopranos’ Looks Back at the Iconic Mob Series — and the Man Who Made It

Who gives a shit, about all these personal questions? After a while, though, these flourishes, while entertaining, prove unnecessary. (Maybe I was too embarrassed, he admits. David Chase in Holsten’s ice cream parlor in New Jersey, filming the final scene of ‘The Sopranos.‘Will Hart/HBO But Chase is remarkably open in so many other places, including in blaming himself for so many choices. No documentary, even at close to three hours, can capture everything....

September 6, 2024 · 1 min · 93 words · Allison Williams

49 Winchester Are Headlining a Fall U.S. Tour But Still Can’t Escape the Holler

Soon, a rowdy crowd of thousands will be howling along with 49. Those two nights at Bridgestone [Arena] were incredible. That was a big one, Gibson says of supporting Childers this past April in Nashville. 49 Winchester are touring the U.S. in support of their new album ‘Leavin’ This Holler.‘Thomas Crabtree* It wasnt something that happened overnight. Gibson is happy to have the back catalog to chart the groups journey....

September 5, 2024 · 1 min · 194 words · Robert Collier

7-Time Gold Medalist Simone Biles Isn’t Thinking About the 2028 Olympics: ‘Can’t I Live?’

During a recent appearance onThe Tonight ShowStarring Jimmy Fallon,the gymnastics legend reflected on her recent success inParis. Everybody wants to know this question. Im like, Cant I live?' Olympic gymnast Simone Biles on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon on Wednesday, September 4, 2024Todd Owyoung/NBC Biles told Fallon, laughing. First, Im getting older. 27 is a little bit old for a gymnast, she said. Outside of the gym, Im young....

September 5, 2024 · 1 min · 77 words · Robert Riley

Alec Baldwin’s ‘Rust’ Prosecutor Wants a Second Chance

The evidence in question were bullets that the Sheriffs Department had come into possession of months earlier. There is no way for the court to right this wrong, Sommer told the Santa Fe courtroom. [The defenses] motion to dismiss with prejudice is granted. Alec Baldwin.Ramsay de Give-Pool/Getty Images Morrissey would like a higher court to review the proceedings. Baldwin argued that he pulled the hammer but not the trigger, according toThe AP....

September 5, 2024 · 1 min · 82 words · Mark Johnson

Bruce Springsteen Reveals ‘Road Diary’ Tour Documentary Heading to Streaming in October

Bruce Springsteenand theE Street Bandwill take fans behind-the-scenes of their recent tour in theupcomingdocumentaryRoad Diary, arriving onHuluandDisney+this fall. Youll get to experience a little bit of the fun and magic that we get to experience every night. Bruce Springsteen and the E Street BandCourtesy of Hulu

September 5, 2024 · 1 min · 46 words · Dana Reed

Danny Elfman Sexual Assault Accuser Has Lawsuit Tossed in New Ruling

Abadi filed a breach of contract lawsuit regarding the settlement last year, alleging Elfman had missed several payments. The matter was sent to arbitration. In a separate filing,Abadi sued Elfman for defamationin July. Danny Elfman in Hollywood, California. in 2023.Rodin Eckenroth/FilmMagic

September 5, 2024 · 1 min · 41 words · Christine Nelson

David Gilmour’s ‘Luck and Strange’ Is a Sometimes Beautiful, Sometimes Chilly Dark Night of the Soul

If you immerse yourself in it, its quite stirring. Gilmour has always had a knack for chord changes and guitar melodies that hit you straight between the eyes. Two instrumental interludes, Black Cat and Vita Brevis, keen and whine in ways words would fail. David GilmourAnton Corbijn* As a Gilmour solo album, its heavier thematically than 2015sRattle That Lockand earthier than 2006sOn an Island. Theres beauty gazing into the abyss and comfort in knowing its looking back....

September 5, 2024 · 1 min · 77 words · Stacy Lucas

Disney Pauses Adaptation of ‘The Graveyard Book’ Amid Neil Gaiman Allegations

Forster came on board in 2022 along with his producing partner Renee Wolfe and producer Ben Browning. David Magee was tapped to adapt the book, which was published in 2008. The novel was a bestseller that won several awards, including the American Newberry Medal. Neil GaimanJamie McCarthy/Getty Images for Writers Guild of America East The allegations were made during Tortoises four-part podcastMaster: The Allegations Against Neil Gaiman.

September 5, 2024 · 1 min · 67 words · Brittany Clark

Everybody Loves Their Dyson Stick Vacuum, But These Affordable Dupes Have Earned Rave Reviews Too

The British brands high-powered, ultra-mobilevacuumsmake cleaning days faster and easier maybe even enjoyable. These lightweight devices can squeeze into tight spaces, be wielded with one hand and dont require a plug-in. Related: The Best Dyson Deals to Find Online One of Dysons best-selling cordless stick vacuums is theV15 Detect. Amazon/Target The powerful vacuum has also solved the issues of missed dirty spots with a Laser Slim Fluffy floorhead. This namesake attachment shines a green light on hard floors, illuminating dust so you know where to vacuum....

September 5, 2024 · 3 min · 431 words · Veronica Vargas DDS