T LOunge for October 22nd 2024

Posted on October 22, 2024

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It’s TUESDAY, dammit. Best to hunker down all day in a cozy LOunge that won’t ask anything of us. Prepare for distractions.

 

Zoe Saldaña Rebooted: Why the Action Star Broke Her ‘Cycle of Sequels’ for ‘Emilia Pérez’ — And Her One Wish for Marvel’s Next Gamora
Saldaña has starred in the three highest-grossing films of all time — 2009’s “Avatar” and its 2022 sequel “The Way of Water,” which hold the No. 1 and 3 spots respectively, with 2019’s “Avengers: Endgame” sandwiched in between. She is also the first actress to have four movies gross more than $2 billion, including 2018’s “Avengers: Infinity War.” And her overall box office haul totals more than $14 billion.
But as much as those franchises (plus three “Star Trek” movies) have been Saldaña’s calling card, they’ve also been a golden cocoon, making her famous but also protecting her from taking the kinds of risky parts that would develop her talent. Now Saldaña is ready to spread her wings and fly, thanks in large part to her latest role in the operatic drama “Emilia Pérez.”

 

Nicole Scherzinger Gets 6-Minute Standing Ovation for Triumphant Performance at Opening of Broadway’s Sunset Blvd.
Jamie Lloyd’s spectacular revival of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s classic musical is now playing at the St. James Theatre in New York City

If you’re lucky enough to get a ticket to see Nicole Scherzinger in the Broadway revival of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Sunset Boulevard, you might want to wear comfortable shoes.
The Grammy nominee gives a chilling, career-defining performance in the musical that’s so commanding, so seductive and so magnificent, she’s receiving multiple mid-show standing ovations — including one that lasted six minutes on Sunday, Oct. 20, when the show officially opened at the St. James Theatre in New York City.

 

Kylie Minogue Brings the ‘Tension II’
She’s eager to discuss the new material: a collection of songs that came to her after the enormous success of Tension, itself being the second act in her recent dance music renaissance post-Disco, in 2020. “It could have been called Intention, More Tension, Hypertension, Extension, who knows! But Tension II just made sense, and the symbol of the two is the Gemini symbol.”
Indeed, the album follows in the footsteps of the previous, but with much more solid ground to walk on, Kylie and her collaborators taking bigger swings. Like the instrumentation of the sonically dense “Taboo,” the album’s standout alongside single “Edge of Saturday Night” with The Blessed Madonna, or the balearic nods on my personal favorite of the new material, “Someone for Me”.
Like so much of her dance catalog that came before it — “Get Outta My Way” or “In Your Eyes” immediately come to mind — the song balances the core tension between romantic yearning and her deeply etched individuality.

 

John Williams Documentary to Premiere Wednesday at AFI Fest: ‘When You Talk to Him About Music, He Will Talk to You About Anything,’ Director Says
Composer John Williams never wanted a film made about him. For years, the five-time Oscar winner consistently turned down every offer; he even declined an invitation from the Motion Picture Academy — which has nominated him a record 54 times — to do a career interview for its oral history program.
But he has finally relented, and the result is “Music by John Williams,” by documentary filmmaker Laurent Bouzereau, which will open the 38th edition of the American Film Institute’s AFI Fest on Wednesday. It will have a limited theatrical release in New York, Los Angeles and London, and then premiere Nov. 1 on Disney+.

 

Ariana Grande Apologizes To Elvira After Alleged Photo Snub: “I’m So Disheartened To See This
Ariana Grande apologized to Elvira (Cassandra Peterson) for allegedly snubbing her years ago.
Elvira is back at Knott’s Scary Farm, and at a fan Q&A, she was asked about any encounters with other celebrities. The “Mistress of the Dark” recounted a story with Grande, in which the singer attended one of her events for Halloween.
Elvira said that she accommodated Grande’s guests and took photos with every single one of them. After she was done, Elvira asked Grande to take a picture with her, but the singer for “We Can’t Be Friends” said she didn’t “really do that.”

 

This Recipe For Seasonal Stollen Has The “Royal” Seal Of Approval
In character as the glamorous, grand and gossip-prone Queen Charlotte in Bridgerton, Golda Rosheuvel must be quite accustomed to platters of sweet treats being proffered by obsequious footmen for her delectation. But while her royal alter-ego would never deign to set a single, Regency pump-clad foot in a kitchen, Golda herself – when she’s not coolly assessing nervous debutantes in one of Shonda Rhimes’s candy-coloured ballrooms – can instead be found surveying the bread ovens in an artisan bakery on a South Oxfordshire industrial estate.

 

‘A Bob Haircut Is For Everyone — Regardless Of Body Size’
Long-time bob wearer Rebecca Jane Hill explores why short hair doesn’t have the weight-gaining power so many of us believe it does, and how she shook off years of being taught otherwise to embrace the classic style.

The bob is a hairstyle which I have returned to constantly throughout my life. Two years ago, after a bleach-blonde-turned-bright-orange mullet stint, I went back to my roots in the form of a blunt, naturally dark brown bob framed by a block fringe — and haven’t looked back since.
The bob is undeniably having a moment right now, and for long-term fans like myself, it’s easy to see why. It’s a classic style that requires relatively little maintenance, whilst managing to look both youthful and sophisticated. Tom Gear, senior stylist and colourist at salon Bebop, says of the style: ‘The bob embodies that perfect mix of timeless style and modern edge, which sits right in line with the 1990s/Y2K revival everyone’s loving at the moment. People are looking to icons like Zendaya, Hailey Bieber and Gigi Hadid who are all rocking their own takes on the bob.’

 

Disney+’s ‘Rivals’: Where Was The Series Filmed?
All the Cotswolds locations you need to know about.

Let’s get one thing clear, we are 100%, completely and utterly obsessed with Disney+’s Rivals. The series, based on Dame Jilly Cooper’s iconic novel of the same name, follows the glamorous and shocking lives of a groups of friends/frenemies in the upper class society of Rutshire.
As Lord Tony Baddingham (David Tennant) desperately attempts to cling onto his TV franchise, a new sub-group form, built by his arch enemy Rupert Campbell-Black (Alex Hassell) and threaten everything he’s built so far. Among the TV wars, there’s also love affairs, family secrets and plenty of country-side scandal, not to mention a lot of horses too.

 

The high-fashion perfumes of 2024 are far from generic—trust me, these 14 really special scents prove it
The epitome of luxury

There was a time when some fashion house perfumes felt a little, well, basic. Small, indie perfume brands have been considered much cooler to wear in recent years—and don’t get me wrong, niche fragrances are still very cool, but designers have really upped their game in recent years to match up.
The re-branding of high-fashion fragrances has introduced us to beautiful, unique offerings, such as Balmain Carbone, Cult Gaia Zan and Chanel Comete. This new era feels elevated, sophisticated and ultra-stylish—plus, it offers a way in to designer purchases that doesn’t feel as hard on the bank balance. With this in mind, I’ve compiled a list of the very best, most luxurious, expensive-smelling high-fashion perfumes to help you decide where to invest.

 

Full, natural-looking brows should *never* fall out of favour—here’s how I plan to nail the look
I want in on the fluffy brows of 2024

Eyebrow trends come and go, it’s true. But there is one particular brow look that has stood the test of time, and it’s something the ‘cool girls’ are doing very well at the moment—yes, I’m talking full, natural-looking, fluffy brows. You see, while laminated brows, thin brows, straight brows and perfectly groomed brows have all had their moment in recent years, right now the 2024 version of a fluffy brow is really calling to me.

 

Is Rivals season 2 happening?
Everything we know about a potential return.

If you’re anything like us, you’ve already gobbled up Disney+’s Rivals. So of course, the only question on your mind is, will there be a Rivals season 2?
The first season, inspired by the second of Dame Jilly Cooper’s Rutshire Chronicles series, introduced us to the bitter rivalry between ex show jumper Rupert Campbell-Black (Alex Hassell), journalist Declan O’Hara (Aidan Turner) and TV mogul Lord Tony Baddingham (David Tennant). Set in the Cotswolds in the 1980s, the show is an endlessly addictive and surprisingly satisfying guilty pleasure of a show, filled with displays of excess, over-the-top sex scenes and plenty of deliciously awful people. In short, we need more of it!

 

Disney+ Rivals cast (and where you’ve seen them before)
A guide to who’s who in the Jilly Cooper adaption.

Rivals is the latest series to drop on Disney+ and drama fans, it’s time to lock in. The eight-part adaptation of Jilly Cooper’s iconic novel is now available to binge and it’s packed with champagne, helicopters and outrageous 80s fashion.
The series starts with a bang (literally) as two characters join the Mile High Club, and the energy and debauchery just continues from there. There’s even a naked tennis scene, which paired with the excessive wealth of the characters and steamy sex, gives Saltburn a run for its money.
The story is set in the fictional county of Rutshire in 1986. It focuses on the rivalry between dashing ex-Olympian Rupert Campbell-Black and egotistical Tory politician Tony Baddingham over control of Corinium TV. Almost everyone in the orbit of these two men are drawn into the power struggle, with dramatic and shocking consequences.

 

A Rare Copy of the U.S. Constitution Sells for $9 Million to an Anonymous Buyer
The document was found in a forgotten filing cabinet in the home of Senator Samuel Johnson.

Many people dread organizing their old office files, but recent news in the auction world might motivate them to finally do so.
Two years ago, the state of North Carolina bought the home of Samuel Johnston, the state’s governor from 1787 to 1789, in order to convert it into a public historic site. When the home was being cleared out, those on the job stumbled upon a 237-year-old document tucked away in a dusty filing cabinet. That piece of paper? A rare copy of the U.S. Constitution. Recently, it was sold for $9 million by Brunk Auction House in Asheville, North Carolina to an anonymous buyer.

 

Queen Camilla Wore a $39,000 Brooch With So Much Royal History
It’s over 100 years old.

King Charles and Queen Camilla are still knee-deep in their Australia trip, which means there are plenty of opportunities for eagle-eyed royals to scope out which of the family’s showstopping jewels managed to make the journey with the king and queen. Today, the duo are in Canberra—and for the occasion, Camilla wore a white dress with an eye-catching accessory: a seashell-shaped brooch that has been passed down multiple times, going from the Queen Mother to Queen Elizabeth II to the current reigning queen.
The piece features a large pearl and pavé diamonds and while it’s tough to put a price tag on history and heritage, a jewelry expert notes that the scallop is nearly $40,000. Even before Camilla made it one of her go-to pins, it made its way into the history books by being the brooch of choice for the Queen Mother as she celebrated a huge milestone.

 

20 Gorgeous Ombré Nail Looks for Fall
They’re pretty easy to DIY.

Of the two techniques, Skittle ombré manicures are the easiest to recreate. Simply select five polishes and outfit your nails one by one. If you have a bit more time on your hands, consider the sponged-on ombré approach. “Make sure you use a clean sponge when you work on your ombré technique because you don’t want to get residual paint from other manis, as it will ruin the look,” Lippmann points out. “And be careful trying to fix the ombré effect. As the nail polish dries, you might ruin the whole look if you keep passing the sponge over the fresh paint.”
Ready to rock a multicolor mani this autumn? Keep reading for 20 manicurist-recommended ombré nails for fall to inspire your next manicure.

 

9 Gorgeous New England Leaf Peeping Destinations to Visit Now
Is there any color palette more iconic this time of year than New England fall foliage? The reds, the yellows, the oranges—ask a New Englander, and they’re likely to say that autumn hasn’t begun until the fall colors start inching their way down from the north. Up here, living with the rhythm of the seasons and being surrounded by technicolor beauty is a fact of life.
But no need to be an official resident of New England to catch a glimpse of peak fall foliage, which usually hits around the third or fourth week of October. Visitors can head north to do a little leaf peeping of their own. Here, some of the most opportune places to see all the beauty for yourself, should you decide to travel to do some New England leaf peeping this year.

 

31 Reasons to Visit Nantucket This Fall, From Drive-In Movies to Vintage Shopping
There was—at one point in the not-so-distant past—a defined high season for coastal destinations like the island getaway of Nantucket. Namely, the strict Memorial Day to Labor Day window in which the local population usually swelled with city escapists, their bags full of rosé and white denim. But, as our offices become more mobile, and our tether to a single home base becomes increasingly slack, these rules have changed. With that in mind, find here a one-stop guide for everything an impromptu Nantucket dweller might want or need during the typical—or, in this case, not-so-typical—fall vacation season.

 

What Is Dirty Soda?
The nonalcoholic drink trend involves finding unconventional ways to spruce up regular sodas. And it’s soon coming to a chain near you.

From the rise of fizzy prebiotic drinks to the comeback of Diet Coke, sodas seem to be more popular than ever. At the heart of this cultural shift are a new wave of soda shops. These are far removed from the days of soda jerks in striped vests who prepared egg creams and banana splits. Modern soda shops are more like trendy fast-food joints. You can walk in or go to a drive-through window and order off an enormous menu designed around popular brands like Coke, Sprite, Dr Pepper, or original creations.
Popular chains like Swig, Sodalicious, and Fiiz are at the forefront of the movement. These shops embody a trend toward custom drinks across everything from viral Starbucks creations to elaborate syrup combinations at Dunkin’. But one trend in particular has been the domain of these new soda fountains: dirty soda.

 

What Can You Learn from Photographing Your Life?
As an obsessed amateur photographer, I spend too much time reading photography forums on the Internet. Not long ago, I came across a particularly plaintive discussion. “Let’s say, hypothetically, I’d like my future great, great grandchildren (and their offspring) to see some of my photos,” someone wrote. “Not necessarily hundreds or thousands of my photos. Maybe just a few.” What would it take to make this possible? The responses piled up, full of cautionary notes. Pictures could be stored digitally, but there was a good chance that today’s files wouldn’t work on tomorrow’s computers. They could be stored physically (on archival paper, in archival boxes), but could still suffer from leaky basements or moving-day chaos. Ultimately, the biggest obstacle was attention, or the lack of it. Why would your descendants care about your pictures? Lots of people have old photos showing long-dead relatives they can’t identify. The bottom line seemed to be that, if you weren’t a great artist, or didn’t photograph moments of historical importance, then your photos would die with you.

 

Baby-Tested, Parent-Approved: 50 Must-Have Books for Year One
Our list includes books that make baby laugh, touch various shapes and textures and play peek-a-boo with you.

It’s never too early to start reading to your baby. In fact, studies show that reading to infants can help foster bonding and develop language skills. According to a five-year study conducted at New York University, researchers found that reading to 6-month-olds had a significant impact on their literacy skills — like name-writing — four years later. Plus, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics, quality book reading in early infancy was a predictor of early reading skills.
To help you build your baby’s library, we’ve curated 50 fantastic board-book recommendations for infants and toddlers.

 

Art to See at U.S. Museums, Galleries and Auction Houses This Fall
Many exhibitions around the country will showcase artists’ responses to political and social movements, and to their own histories.

This fall, museums and galleries across the country are exploring how art forms and styles have evolved at pivotal points in history. They are also celebrating the people who ushered in these changes, such as artists from the early to mid-1300s — at the dawn of the Italian Renaissance and the Black Death — and the 1970s — in the midst of the Watergate scandal and the Vietnam War. As history repeats itself, modern pioneers, too, reinvent and influence art in response to evolving societal and political issues, like threats to democracy and climate change.

 

Mikey Madison Tells Isabelle Huppert How She Became Anora
From the moment she shows up in Anora, giving lap dances to eager customers, Mikey Madison grabs hold of nearly every scene and doesn’t let go until its bittersweet final shot. Director Sean Baker saw something in the 25-year-old actor (namely, her turn as a psycho killer in the Scream reboot) when he cast her in his Palme d’Or-winning story of a strong-willed stripper who falls for a Russian oligarch’s son, and now, she has everyone talking Oscar. The actor Isabelle Huppert was floored by Mikey’s performance and called her to discuss this mega moment.

 

Mike Flanagan’s Carrie TV series in the works as ‘bold and timely reimagining’
It’s still not “The Dark Tower,” but the “Fall of the House of Usher” creator is adapting a different Stephen King tale.

Mike Flanagan’s first TV project since trading Netflix for Amazon has been revealed. No, it’s not The Dark Tower, but it is a different Stephen King adaptation.
The man behind recent horror hits such as The Fall of the House of Usher, The Midnight Club, and Midnight Mass is working on turning Carrie into a TV series, EW has learned. It’s described in the official logline as “a bold and timely reimagining of the story of misfit high-schooler Carrie White, who has spent her life in seclusion with her domineering mother.

 

How to Eat Acai the Right Way—Including Puree, Juice, and Berries
Because this superfood is worth seeking out.

If you follow wellness trends, you’ve likely heard about acai. The fruit is typically associated with acai bowls, a popular Brazilian dish that is similar to smoothie bowls and looks as good as it tastes. But. that’s not all you can do with acai. It can be used in myriad ways, even in savory preparations. Learn how to eat acai the right way, along with tips for buying it as a powder, puree, or juice.

 

11 Kitchen Cabinet Paint Colors That Will Never Go Out of Style, According to Interior Designers
Choose a shade that works with a range of backsplash and countertop materials.

One of the most time-consuming and costly areas of the home to renovate is the kitchen, which is why it’s important to be thoughtful in your design choices when you decide to make a change. While you may tend to focus on the backsplash and countertop materials, the color you paint your cabinets is equally as important. As a major focal point of the kitchen, your cabinets can make or break the space.
Choosing a hue that will never go out of style, rather than opting for what’s on trend, will prevent you from wanting to change your kitchen cabinet paint color every few years. When looking for the right shade, consider one that works with a variety of design styles. That way, if you want to give your mid-century modern kitchen an English country vibe in the future, your cabinets will fit the look.

 

What’s the Difference Between Brown and White Eggs—and Which One Is Healthier?
Here’s why eggs come in different colors, and what it means for nutrition and cooking.

Eggs are protein powerhouses and are one of the most versatile foods on the planet. But when it comes to their nutritional content, is one type more healthful than another? Why do their shells range in color from white to brown to blue? And what does the the shade of the shell mean for your omelet? There are many factors to consider when buying eggs, like size, price and label, but should the color of the shell be one of them? Let’s break it down.

 

What’s the Difference Between Tamari and Soy Sauce—and Does It Matter?
Understanding the differences between these fermented soybean condiments.

If you’ve ever wondered about using tamari vs. soy sauce while prepping vegetables for a stir-fry or a dipping sauce for dumplings, then you know these two sauces bear more than a passing resemblance. Perhaps you’ve even lumped them together as being one and the same. But while each performs miracles of a culinary sort, heightening the deliciousness of countless dishes with just a splash, there is a dotted line between the two. And while tamari and soy sauce can be used interchangeably in recipes—there are a few caveats.
We spoke to Asian condiment experts to learn more about their differences and similarities.

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