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Moody elegance is what we’re looking for on this WEDNESDAY; a space to pause, take a breather from the madness outside, and let the light catch your best angles. Pull up a seat and tell us about your week so far.

Wonder Woman movie officially in the works: ‘Being written right now’
James Gunn, the writer/director of “Superman” and the co-head of DC Studios, gives EW an exclusive update on the status of the Amazon from Themiscyra.
In a new, exclusive interview with Entertainment Weekly ahead of the launch of Superman, Gunn officially confirms that a Wonder Woman movie is in development as we speak. “Wonder Woman’s a separate thing” to the already announced Paradise Lost HBO/Max series, which is “slow moving, but it’s moving,” Gunn says. “We’re working on Wonder Woman. Wonder Woman’s being written right now.” […]
Gunn confirms he has not yet cast the role of Wonder Woman in this new DCU, but he also clarifies Zaslav’s comments. “I think that’s accurate, actually,” he says of Superman, Batman, Supergirl, and Wonder Woman being crucial characters to the franchise. “I think that he got that from something I said. I wouldn’t say only those four characters, but I would say that those four characters are incredibly important to us. Right now, I feel great about where two of those characters are, and then we’re dealing with the other two.”

David Harbour Bares His Soul — and Belly—to Scarlett Johansson
It’s not easy saving the world—or playing a character who tries to. Just ask David Harbour, who’s made a name for himself as a gruff but good cop in Stranger Things, and more recently as a washed-up superhero in Thunderbolts*. Those roles take stamina, and if you’ve been doing it as long as he has, playing a normal middle-aged man with normal middle-aged problems is a relief. That was one of the many things on Harbour’s mind while shooting his new HBO series DTF St. Louis. The only problem, he tells his former Marvel costar Scarlett Johansson over Zoom, is that this normal, middle-aged man comes with a 40-pound belly.

Barbara Walters’ Friends Reveal Her Biggest Regrets, Private Struggles and Greatest Triumphs
The upcoming documentary ‘Barbara Walters Tell Me Everything’ goes inside her climb to the top, sadness about her family life and attraction to money and power
When most people think about Barbara Walters, they probably recall the older version of the trailblazing journalist: her signature blonde bouffant, her political debates with colleagues on The View or her famous sit-down TV interviews during which she sat across from celebrities and occasionally made them cry.
But the new documentary Barbara Walters Tell Me Everything (Hulu, June 23) explores a much deeper — and occasionally darker — side of Walters. It examines her rise to the top as the first female co-anchor in nightly network news, and looks at the sexism she faced along the way and how her home life suffered as she fully dedicated herself to her career.

Sydney Sweeney discusses gaining weight for Christy Martin biopic: ‘I was so strong, like crazy strong’
‘My body was completely different. I didn’t fit in any of my clothes.’
Sydney Sweeney wrote about her “gains” on Instagram during her time filming. “Over the past few months, i’ve been immersed in training to bring to life the story of an incredible woman,” she posted, alongside pictures of her toned arms.
“Her journey is a testament to resilience, strength, and hope, and I’m honoured to step into her shoes to share her powerful story with you all,” she wrote.
There was, sadly, backlash against her bulking up, with critics calling her an “Ozempic candidate” and some people on the internet – surprise, surprise – being cruel about her changing body. The actor responded with a post consisting of screenshots of these criticisms, seemingly calling out what was a gross example of misogyny and body shaming.

21 best lingerie brands that deserve to be on your radar 2025
They’ll have you feeling your finest.
The best lingerie brands aren’t always necessarily the ones with the sexiest or most daring designs. Rather, they’re the ones that make you feel your most confident.
Contrary to outdated belief; women dress for themselves – and that includes their underwear – so if it’s a pair of Bridget Jones style knickers or a comfortable thong that you feel yourself in, you’ll be wanting a roster of the best brands to browse when it comes to buying them.
Amusingly, your underwear is likely one of the smallest items in your wardrobe and yet it’s the thing that packs the biggest punch. However, the lingerie market is pretty saturated and deciding which bralette/push-up bra/cotton underwear to add to checkout is tricky enough without having to worry about where to get it from. Lucky we’ve taken one for the team by practically doing it for you, then.

19 best weekend bags and overnight bags 2025, reviewed
Just as chic as what you’ll pack inside.
They should be easy to carry, should fit everything from your running shoes to your full toiletries bag, and should also look good at the same time. Our luggage standards are high, but thankfully for you, we’ve hunted down the very best. Whether you’re planning an impromptu summer staycation or commuting to work with your laptop and gym gear in tow, an overnight bag will serve you for years to come.

11 best walking shoes for women, recommended by experts
So you can comfortably get your steps in.
Whether you’re on your feet all day at work or exploring a new city on holiday, the best walking shoes for women can make all the difference. Fortunately, there are plenty of comfortable sandals, fashion trainers, flats, and even heels designed to absorb impact, adapt to your stride, and ease pressure on your joints.
The ones you choose depend on your feet — maybe you’re managing plantar fasciitis, dealing with flat feet that need extra arch support, or your high arches could benefit from ample cushioning. To help you find the right pair for you, we consulted podiatrists, marathoners, medical professionals who work long shifts, and travel writers who’ve done the miles (literally) in their favourite pairs, as well as putting them to the test ourselves.

I’m Over Pastel Manicures—Sorbet Nails Are The Sweetest Nail Trend To Wear This Summer
Slushy-inspired nails are in
At my latest nail appointment, I did something completely out of character. As I thumbed through the nail colours placed in front of me, knowing I was undoubtedly going to plump for my usual milky pink hue, something came over me—it was time for a change. Maybe it was the sun shining outside or the fact that I’d just returned from a relaxing two-week holiday, but for whatever reason, I found myself feeling emboldened. And the nail trend that convinced me? Sorbet nails.

Forget Labubus—Sea Creature Bag Charms are the Fashion World’s Latest Must-Have Collectible
Introducing your new adorable sidekick
Labubus have firmly divided fashion fans into two camps: lovers and loathers. So, I’m here with a solution that appeals to everyone: sea creature bag charms. These adorable, eye-catching, and luxury-coded accessories are set to be everywhere this season. And they’re not solely reserved for the more fantastical brand collections, either—hello, Anya Hindmarch—as Louis Vuitton, Tory Burch, Mulberry and more luxury labels have all dived head-first into the aquatic trend.
Fendi has just unveiled feathered jellyfish and monogrammed crabs, Gucci has explored dolphin designs, and Miami-based brand Éliou offers a sleek fishbone charm that’s sure to catch the eye of even the most minimalist fashion lovers. Meanwhile, Anya Hindmarch’s underwater-inspired collection features jellyfish, pufferfish, whales, and more, all bursting with personality.
Truly, sea creature bag charms are the easiest way to add a playful touch to your summer style. Some are so cute, that they feel more like adopting a pet. Scroll below to meet—and shop—yours…

Breaking Down Barriers: Sidney Poitier’s Hero’s Journey
The Oscar winner’s candid, entertaining memoirs unveil the man behind the icon, from his rivalry with Harry Belafonte to Poitier’s struggle to live up to his own legend.
“Whenever there is a will there will always be a hill,” Sidney Poitier writes in his 1980 autobiography, This Life, “and wherever there is hope there will always be a chance.”
The pioneering, charming, and handsome superstar, famous for films like In the Heat of the Night, Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner, A Raisin in the Sun, The Defiant Ones, A Patch of Blue, and To Sir, With Love, climbed many hills in his long life. He was more than an actor: He was a civil rights activist, diplomat, director, and all-around legend.
But the conversational This Life reveals that Poitier was also so much more: a brilliant, perceptive, funny, self-deprecating, oftentimes lighthearted communicator who told at turns hilarious and poignant stories about everyone from Sammy Davis Jr. to Quincy Jones, Katharine Hepburn, Paul Newman, Spencer Tracy, Clark Gable, Dizzy Gillespie, Tony Curtis, Dorothy Dandridge, and Eartha Kitt.

How to Clean Your Hairbrush, According to Professional Hairstylists
That gray fuzz is just as gross as you think.
Think about how often you use your hairbrush, then think about how often you clean it. If you’re anything like us, it’s time to learn how to clean your hairbrush. It turns out, using a clean hairbrush is part of any good hair care routine—just like cleaning makeup brushes is essential for healthy skin. After all, a dirty brush can redeposit gunk and grime back onto your scalp. Whether you have dandruff and product buildup or just haven’t cleaned your hairbrush in a while, we can all benefit from a clean brush.

Princess Diana’s Versace Garment with Sweet Hidden Detail Is Up for Auction This Month
Multiple outfits designed by Versace for the Princess of Wales are up for sale.
Among the 300-plus items available in one of the largest auctions of Princess Diana’s collection are several of the late Princess of Wales’ Versace pieces, a label she wore frequently towards the end of her life.
Bidding is open now for “Princess Diana’s Style & A Royal Collection,” put on by Julien Auctions; the auction itself will take place at 10 a.m. PST on June 26 at The Peninsula Beverly Hills. Among the Versace specific items in the collection is a black single-breasted pinstripe pantsuit, similar to items Gianni Versace had in his spring 1997 ready-to-wear collection.

20 Brown Chrome Nail Looks to Try, From Mocha Marble to Espresso Velvet
Go neutral for a look that’s simple yet elevated.
Some like bold nail colors, while some like more demure shades. If you prefer more neutral colors, you can always add intrigue to your nail look by simply switching up the finish. Whether that’s with cat eye nail polish, a matte top coat, or chrome, an unexpected texture always amps up the wow factor. The latter looks especially good with neutral shades like milky pink, beige, or brown. “Brown chrome works beautifully with both long and short nail shapes,” says manicurist and Nailing Hollywood CEO Mazz Hanna. “It’s a gorgeous, rich, sophisticated look.” It’s also warmer than your typical silver chrome manicures, making it a wonderful choice for warm weather or just about any occasion you could think of.

The Best Places to Visit in Portugal, From Hidden Beaches to Historic Vineyards
On the unforgiving edge of the Atlantic where a windswept coastline was once thought to be the edge of the world, Portugal is an intrepid frontier. The southern European country is a masterclass in timeless appeal, with the best places to visit in Portugal ranging from beaches with roaring 100-foot-waves to countrysides blanketed in impossible shades of green. On any given day, one can taste wines within steeply terraced vineyards, feast upon mouthwatering pastel de nata (an addictive egg custard tart pastry), or discover allegorical scenes painted on Portugal’s iconic blue-and-white azulejos tiles.
And the beauty of it all? Portugal is a year-round destination. “In summer, you can go to the beaches in the Vicentina Coast or the Algarve; in autumn, there’s the harvest in the Douro; during winter the weather in Madeira is warm; and spring ushers in flower season in the Azores,” say Virginia Irurita, a preferred partner of luxury travel advisor, Virtuoso. “It’s a small country, but big in diversity.”

The Forgotten Inventor of the Sitcom
Gertrude Berg’s “The Goldbergs” was a bold, beloved portrait of a Jewish family. Then the blacklist obliterated her legacy.
On May 9, 1954, on the set of the CBS game show “What’s My Line?,” the week’s “mystery celebrity” strolled past a panel of blindfolded judges and, to a roar from the studio audience, wrote her name on the chalkboard: Gertrude Berg. A zaftig woman with warm, expressive eyes and a dumpling nose, Berg was dressed with Park Avenue flair, in a regal fur stole and three strands of pearls. Onscreen, a caption displayed the name she was better known by, that of a fictional character who, for a quarter of a century, had been as iconic as Groucho Marx and as beloved as Mickey Mouse: the irresistible, Yiddish-accented, malaprop-prone Bronx housewife Molly Goldberg, hollering “Yoo-hoo, is anybody?” into her tenement airshaft, the social network of its day.

‘How to Train Your Dragon’ Star Nico Parker Reacts to Trolls About Her Casting: “I Can’t Value Your Opinion on My Hair”
The actress plays Astrid in director Dean DeBlois’ live-action remake that hits theaters Friday.
Nico Parker is speaking out about social media reaction to the actress’ casting as Astrid in the live-action remake of How to Train Your Dragon.
In an interview with British publication The Times, Parker was asked about online trolls grousing that the actress does not have blonde hair and blue eyes, as Astrid was initially depicted in the animated films that launched with 2010’s original How to Train Your Dragon. Universal Pictures releases the remake of the DreamWorks Animation hit movie in theaters Friday.
“There’s some people that really love the animated movies and really want to see an exact play-by-play of that film, and I hope that you can watch [the new version] and find something that you love about it, regardless,” Parker said. “But for the people that just hate inclusivity, hate change — when it comes to that side of things, I just don’t care.”

For These Drag Artists, Makeup Is Pride
Dozens of drag performers came together to show that beauty comes in many shades.
What do you get when you ask dozens of drag artists to create beauty looks inspired by the rainbow hues of a Pride Flag? A celebration of color, creativity, and community.
“I wanted to create this series to show off bold and beautiful queer individuals living fearlessly and in all their glory,” says Jimi Urquiaga, also known as Missleidy Rodriguez, a New York City-based creative director and drag queen—and the visionary behind this project. The only prompt each artist received from Urquiaga was a color—the rest was up to their interpretation.

Pop Culture Takes Up Smoking Again
From movies and TV shows to music, the habit is no longer taboo. It’s even being celebrated for the way it makes characters look cool or powerful.
In the new romantic dramedy “Materialists,” about 21st-century dating, Dakota Johnson loves cigarettes. […]
“Materialists” is just the tip of the ash. The musicians Addison Rae and Lorde both mention smoking in recent singles. The stars of “The Bear” are smokers on- and offscreen. The “Housewives” count many among their ranks. Tim Robinson and Paul Rudd smoke in the big-screen comedy “Friendship,” while the chic Seema (Sarita Choudhury) on the series “And Just Like That” does as well. In the kitschy video for her track “Manchild” Sabrina Carpenter uses a fork as a cigarette holder. Even Beyoncé has lit up onstage during her Cowboy Carter Tour. In one instance, she throws the cigarette on a piano, which artfully ignites as she performs “Ya Ya.” If Beyoncé is doing it, you know it’s reached the upper echelon of culture.Playing Lucy, a New York matchmaker, she’s puffing when she gossips with a pal during a work party. Later, she holds a lighted cigarette near her face while flirting with an ex. There’s no hand-wringing over her smoking. She’s just a smoker. And she’s wildly on trend. That’s because, at least in the world of entertainment, cigarettes are once again cool.

Did She or Didn’t She? She Did, and She’ll Tell You Exactly How.
The paradigm shifts as women like Kylie Jenner invert the Pygmalion story.
Instead of transcending from inanimate substance to human flesh, today’s Galateas go the opposite way, morphing into artists’ creations and subjecting their living flesh to tinkering and inanimate substances — gleefully announcing it all on social media, itself yet another form of irreality.
The mother-daughter duo of Kris and Kylie Jenner are at the forefront of this shift, ushering in a new era of beauty culture. Now not only can celebrities acknowledge plastic surgery, they might also reveal their doctors’ names and even drop surgical details, essentially stamping their aesthetically altered body parts with a medicalized luxury logo. Move over Balenciaga and Chanel, the poshest labels now read “Dr. Steven Levine” or “Dr. Garth Fisher,” the plastic surgeons cited by the Jenners.

Getty Exhibition Explores the Splendors of Mycenaean Greece
Major international loan exhibition marks the reopening of the Getty Villa Museum, closed since the Palisades Fire
The J. Paul Getty Museum presents The Kingdom of Pylos: Warrior-Princes of Ancient Greece, an exhibition featuring more than 230 works of art and artifacts from Messenia, an epicenter of the Mycenaean civilization that flourished in Late Bronze Age Greece.
On view at the Getty Villa Museum from June 27, 2025, to January 12, 2026, Kingdom of Pylos is the first major exhibition in North America devoted to the Mycenaeans, who were named after the legendary citadel of Mycenae.

The Benefits of Almonds—Plus the Best Way to Eat Them Every Day
Small but mighty, these nuts are nutritional powerhouses.
You’d be hard-pressed to find a more versatile nut than the almond. It can be a nutritious snack, then there is almond butter, flour, milk, and more. But there’s more to this mighty nut than that—the benefits of eating almonds are many. They are nutritional powerhouses that can and should be consumed daily. While similar in fat content to other nuts, like macadamia, almonds are slightly lower in carbohydrates. They’re also an excellent source of plant protein, and naturally free of cholesterol and gluten, making them a great choice for just about any dietary preference or health plan. We spoke to two nutritionists to learn more about the health benefits you can get from eating almonds.

How to Make Rose Water at Home—Plus, All the Ways to Use It
This multitasking floral mist is pure, practical magic.
Enjoying flowers doesn’t have to stop at a beautifully arranged bouquet or a well-tended garden. Some blooms can be consumed or mixed into elixirs, bringing aesthetic charm, subtle flavor, and wellness benefits to your dishes and routine. Among them, rose stands out as a longtime favorite, particularly as rose water: a fragrant, clear liquid made by steeping rose petals in water.
The use of rose water dates back thousands of years, used medicinally in ancient Persia to help with the side effects of aging, and eventually making its way into plenty of Middle Eastern recipes and traditions. Today rose water is everywhere, from luxe skincare labels to handed-down dessert recipes. It’s delicate, versatile, and definitely worth a spot on your shelf. Here’s how to make rose water—and everything you can do with it.

The Benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar, According to Nutritionists
Is it really the health food it’s touted to be?
If you follow health trends on social media, you’ve likely heard all about the benefits of apple cider vinegar. It’s made by fermenting apple cider, which is the juice obtained from pressing apples. Not only does the fermentation process transform the cider into a pungent liquid with a slightly fruity taste, but it’s also thought to add beneficial nutritional features.
As a result, apple cider vinegar has earned a robust reputation as a popular health food, particularly for gut and digestive health. So much so that it can be found in products like canned or bottled drinks, powders, and gummy or capsule supplements. But on its own, does apple cider vinegar have any advantages for overall wellness, and is it just as good as other fermented foods? To find out, we asked registered dietitians to share insight on the trendy liquid, plus how it can realistically impact your health.

These Are the Top Pizza Places in Europe—and Why You Won’t Find a Single Italian Spot on the List
Looking for a fantastic pizza on your next trip to Europe? Here’s exactly where you should go.
Grab your napkins, maybe some crushed red pepper, and a little extra Parmesan, because it’s time to celebrate the 50 best pizza places in Europe, excluding Italy.
Yes, you read that correctly. 50 Top Pizza’s list of the best pizzerias in Europe doesn’t include a single mention of Italy. But before you spiral into a mozzarella-filled rage, know that this is on purpose, as the European nation and capital of all things pizza has its own dedicated list, simply because Italian pizzerias would blow everyone else out of the water. So really, think of this list as the “50 best pizza places in Europe outside of Italy list,” instead.
Now that we’ve got that out of the way, it’s time to celebrate the other spots making a splash with their delicious pies. According to the experts behind the rankings, this year’s top pizza spot on the continent is Napoli on the Road, located in the United Kingdom.

We Asked 7 Travel Experts Their Favorite European Summer Destinations—and They All Said the Same Thing
The unanimous pick has a tempting Mediterranean coastline.
Any day now, the grills will be fired up, the school bells will stop ringing, and the long, sun-soaked days of summer will be here. But if you’re still deciding where to go this summer for a little getaway, fret not, as we asked seven travel experts for their advice. And they all shared the same Adriatic gem: Croatia.
Croatia isn’t exactly a secret vacation destination. According to the Croatian Bureau of Statistics, the tiny nation has seen a dramatic rise in tourism, with nearly 20 million people arriving in 2023, representing an almost 10 percent increase from the previous year. Still, it’s luring travelers in thanks to its perfect blend of Mediterranean coastline, historic cities, and still-underrated islands.

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