T LOunge for March 18th, 2024

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Shall we go for a quiet, airy sort of elegance today, darlings? Yes. Let’s. Pull up a chair and drink something with your pinkie raised, like a civilized person.

It sure looks like Jonathan Bailey is joining Heartstopper for season three
Photos of the Bridgerton star as “Jack Maddox” appeared — and then suddenly vanished.
Bridgerton star Jonathan Bailey may be joining the cast of Heartstopper for season three, based on the brief appearance of an Instagram account for a character named “Jack Maddox” that has since gone private.
Multiple entertainment outlets spotted the account before the photos vanished from public view, noting that the bio for the account previously read “Scholar. Keyboardist. Racer. ‘Meditations on the Greek Complex’ is out now in all good bookshops.” The account also featured three photos of Bailey, two showing him holding a “trans rights are human rights” sign and one selfie of him with an e-book called 10 Things I Hate About Plato, authored by Jack Maddox.

31 spring perfumes to know, from new launches to the classics
So much more than just florals.
There’s no better way to manifest bright, beautiful days than with spring perfumes. The British weather may be a little unpredictable, but a dreamy spring fragrance can bring the sunshine and the flower petals whether or not the sun decides to shine.
So yes, we’re very much here for creating our own delicious scent bubble, and for switching them up seasonally to keep things fresh. The question is, what are you in the mood for? Florals for spring are obvious, but they’re also pretty, wearable and popular – plus, modern updates ensure they remain covetable and relevant.

Celine Dion Announces Surprise Plan to Return to Stage
The singer, who was diagnosed with a rare autoimmune neurological disorder in 2022, says she just wants to live a normal life.
“Trying to overcome this autoimmune disorder has been one of the hardest experiences of my life,” Dion wrote. “But I remain determined to one day get back onto the stage and to live as normal of a life as possible.”
“I am deeply grateful for the love and support from my kids, family, team and all of you,” Dion wrote in conclusion. “I want to send my encouragement and support to all those around the world that have been affected by SPS. I want you to know you can do it! We can do it!”

39 hairstyles for greasy hair that will make you want to skip wash day
Shampoo, who?
But before you hair-shame yourself for choosing a lie-in over a date with your shampoo, it just so happens that leaving bigger breaks between wash days can be great news for our strands. (True story). Washing our hair every day can create damage since it strips the oils – and regardless of how much conditioner we slather on afterward, it can actually dry hair out overall. Likewise, ditching the frequency with which we use our heat tools will give your hair the best mini spa break going.

Tobias Menzies Wants You to Read a History Book
In Manhunt, the British actor plays U.S. Secretary of War Edwin Stanton, who leads the hunt for Lincoln’s assassin.
Tobias Menzies is no stranger to a period drama.
The British actor has famously starred in Outlander, as Frank Randall and Jonathan “Black Jack” Randall, in Game of Thrones as Edmure Tully, and The Crown as Prince Philip (in seasons three and four). His latest project also finds him firmly in the past, playing U.S. Secretary of War Edwin Stanton in Apple TV+’s thrilling new show Manhunt, which tells the story of the search for John Wilkes Booth after he assassinated Abraham Lincoln.

32 Easter nails that you’ll actually want to wear
Cute and cool.
You know us – any holiday is an excuse for a dreamy mani moment, and Easter nails are no different. The only drawback? They’re battling against a bit of a sugary sweet reputation… because honestly, it’s tricky to make bunnies, chicks and mini eggs look cool, right?
But, while we’ve been scouting socials, we’ve come across countless Easter nail designs that are stylish, seasonal and seriously wearable, no matter where you fall on the minimalist vs maximalist scale.

Regina’s Resolve
Regina King on learning to live with loss, the legacy of Shirley Chisholm, and finding a way forward
King’s portrayal of Chisholm is the type of powerfully nuanced performance for which she has been routinely celebrated over the past decade, winning four Emmys and an Academy Award during that span. But it’s also a performance that King delivered at a profoundly devastating time in her own life.
A month into filming Shirley in Cincinnati, on January 21, 2022, King revealed the shattering news that her son, Ian Alexander Jr., had passed away in Los Angeles. Ian, a DJ and musician who performed under the name Desduné, was King’s only child from her marriage to her ex-husband, record producer Ian Alexander Sr. (The couple split in 2007.) He died by suicide. He’d just turned 26.

71 best Netflix documentaries that will shock, inspire and warm your heart
Docs from across the world…
Netflix documentaries never leave us disappointed. From the bold and brilliant to the downright horrifying, we have been fascinated and left on the edge of our seats by plenty of real-life stories from across the globe. […]
Just when you thought you had completed all Netflix documentaries, these options will take you on a roller coaster of emotions you may or may not be prepared for. So, luckily for you, we’ve organised them into categories to fit any mood you may be in, from inspirational stories to crime. Here is our list of 71 best Netflix documentaries to watch…

A Guide to Za’atar, the Flavorful Middle Eastern Spice Blend
Use this powerhouse ingredient to add complex tangy, toasty, and herbaceous flavors to your cooking.
If your dish is missing a certain something, you may find what you’re looking for in za’atar. Popular across the Middle East, the complex spice blend offers layers of toasty, herbaceous, savory flavor, whether used as the rub for Za’atar Chicken or the seasoning for Za’atar Fire Crackers. Za’atar is available in stores, or you make it at home. Here’s everything you need to know about this pantry powerhouse.

Dolly Parton’s New Cast-Iron Pan Collection Includes a Guitar-Shaped Skillet
The line includes the cutest miniature guitar-shaped skillet.
Saying that Dolly Parton is a Tennessee icon is a little like saying that Nashville is kind of into country music. A couple of years ago, the Tennessee state legislature even introduced a bill to design, build, and place a giant statue of Parton on the grounds of the state Capitol — an honor that the country star declined, saying that she “didn’t think putting [her] on a pedestal is appropriate at this time.” But one honor Parton did accept was being featured on a line of cast iron cookware made by Tennessee-born skillet-maker Lodge.

France’s Love for Frog Legs Is Causing a Potential Environmental Disaster on the Other Side of the World
It’s time to say non merci to cuisses de grenouille.
The French love their frog legs. Apparently, a little too much.
Eating frog legs has been a French pastime for hundreds of years, beginning with a few ingenious monks who had the Church classify them as fish rather than meat, bypassing religious rules of only eating meat on certain days. However, now, estimates state that French diners consume some 4,000 tons of frog legs a year, putting a few species of amphibians in peril.

How to Create the Ultimate Wedding Playlist, According to One of the Pros
We all know that joyous moment when a song starts piping over the speakers, heads turn, and a rush of bodies descends onto the dance floor. On the contrary, there’s also a familiar feeling when you’re dancing the night away, the soundtrack changes, and you (and the crowd) promptly groan and beeline for the bar. There’s no denying that music can make or break a party—so when you’re curating the selection for an event as major as your wedding reception, creating the perfect mix of songs is a must.

How Quinta Brunson Hacked the Sitcom
With “Abbott Elementary,” the comedian and writer found fresh humor and mass appeal in a world she knew well.
In mid-January, two days after Quinta Brunson accepted the Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series for her starring role on the ABC show “Abbott Elementary,” she was in a hair-and-makeup trailer on the Warner Bros. lot at 7 a.m. “I actually was a little late this morning, which I hate, but a pipe burst in my house,” she said. Her voice was still hoarse from a weekend that also included several galas and the Critics Choice Awards. At the Emmys, the television luminary Carol Burnett had presented Brunson with her trophy—she was the first Black woman in more than forty years to win the category.

The couples’ guide to moving in together
Don’t move in with your significant other without discussing these things first.
When it comes to major relationship milestones, moving in together is one of the most consequential. Cohabitation forces couples of any age to integrate their lives in perhaps more ways than marriage does. How will you navigate each other’s habits and routines? Who pays for which bill? How can you take time for yourself in an 800-square-foot apartment?
More people than ever before are living with a romantic partner. Over half of adults ages 18 to 44 have lived with a partner without being married. Among all age cohorts, those aged 25 to 34 were more likely to cohabitate, with 17 percent of those in that age group living with their partner. In 2022, 18 percent of first-time homebuyers were unmarried couples.

Learn to Bake in 5 Easy Recipes
The best way to start making homemade sweets? Follow these basic instructions and tips.
If you’re a beginner in the kitchen, baking is an ideal entry point. Unlike cooking, there’s no pressure to make food that’s meant to sustain, no urgency from step to step. You can go at your pace, and the process can even feel relaxing. These five foolproof recipes are the best place to start: They require only a handful of tools and ingredients — and no experience. They welcome other seasonings and flavors, and guarantee something tasty. Make them all to learn the basics of baking, or try any one that appeals to you. Not only are they easy, but they also offer the satisfaction of dessert and the wonder at having made it yourself.

Empty Frames and Other Oddities From the Unsolved Gardner Museum Heist
After 34 years, not one of the 13 works stolen during the largest art theft in history has surfaced but the puzzling peculiarities of the case still draw interest.
In the pre-dawn hours of March 18, 1990, following a festive St. Patrick’s Day in Boston, two men dressed as police officers walked into the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum and walked off with an estimated $500 million in art treasures. Despite efforts by the local police, federal agents, amateur sleuths and not a few journalists, no one has found any of the 13 works lost in the largest art theft in history, including a rare Vermeer and three precious Rembrandts.

How to Dye Easter Eggs in Just a Few Easy Steps
Brush up on how to dye Easter eggs before the holiday arrives.
Consider an egg your blank canvas: It can be dyed and decorated to any color of the rainbow with natural simplicity or striking detail, and embellished with everything from glitter and stencils to découpage and appliqué. The important thing to remember is that this Easter tradition is meant to be fun for the whole family.

10 Surprising Ways to Use Coffee Grounds Around the House
Don’t toss those used coffee grounds just yet—they can come in handy for a range of uses around your home.
Brewing coffee is one of life’s greatest, simplest pleasures. Dealing with the leftover coffee grounds, though? Less than ideal. But, before you send your used coffee grounds to the compost bin or trash, it might be worth hanging on to them for a few key uses. Used coffee grounds can do everything from scouring your pots and pans to deodorizing your fridge to fixing scratches on your wood furniture. Ahead, we spoke with experts to share their favorite uses for used coffee grounds around the house that will have you rethinking this versatile household staple.

5 Ways to Remove the Garlic Smell From Your Hands—Including Martha’s Favorite Method
Of course, Martha’s is best—but these other tips work well too.
Home cooks and culinary pros alike love garlic, whether it’s garlic bread, chicken cooked with 20 cloves, or a tomato tart with roasted garlic and fontina cheese. However, most people could do without that lingering garlic scent that permeates hands and fingertips. Thankfully, with these five strategies in your back pocket, you’ll be able to rid your palms and digits of the pungent odor in no time.

This Train Is the Highest Railway in Northern Europe — and Visits 21 Idyllic Small Towns
P.S., you might just see a herd of Norwegian reindeer along the way.
As travelers look to enjoy slower, more intentional getaways, they’re turning to trains as not just a mode of transportation but an attraction in their own right. Pinterest even named train travel as its top travel prediction for 2023, citing the Gen Z and millennial desire to seek out more sustainable options. But, rather than go on any old train trip, this year, we suggest you seek out one-of-a-kind adventures, including a ride on the Oslo-Bergen railway, the highest railway in Northern Europe at 4,058 feet elevation.

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