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Because it’s TUESDAY and you’ve got to let the light back in at some point, right? Settle in to today’s grand, light-filled LOunge. Don’t worry. We’ll still be spending the day shutting out the world and denying all its problems, but at least we’ll get a little Vitamin D to go with our cocktails and nibblies. Settle in. Somebody tell us some good gossip.
47 Teen Romance Movies Now Streaming That’ll Make You Feel Young and in Love
Take me back.
No matter how many decades it’s been since our own senior prom, we still have a soft spot for teen romance movies. Because nothing is ever going to recreate that thrilling, first-kiss feeling quite like a true teen classic. And our roundup of the best teen romance movies to stream includes some true classics.
There are the cultural touchstones of the 1980s—such as Dirty Dancing or Say Anything—emotional masterpieces in the ‘90s—Romeo + Juliet—and underrated gems of the aughts—Saved and Love, Simon. In between are dozens of frothy romps such as A Cinderella Story or To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before. There’s something to watch for every type of romantic. Want a sappy love story? You got it. In the mood for a downright sad romantic movie? Hey, we all need a good cry sometimes. What about teen movies from the early aughts starring Julia Stiles? Oh yeah, we have multiple.
So grab a bowl of popcorn and cuddle up to one of these romance movies for teens and adults alike.
Taylor Swift has announced a new behind-the-scenes docuseries of her Eras tour
Swifties, assemble!
After the launch of The Life of a Showgirl earlier this month, Taylor Swift is gifting us with yet another treat. A six-part behind the scenes docuseries of her legendary, record-breaking Eras tour is set to drop on Disney+ later this year.
At the same time, a full concert video of a Vancouver Eras show, named Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour | The Final Show, will also drop, featuring the entire set of The Tortured Poets Department – which was added to the tour’s setlist after the album was released back in 2024.
Why Victoria Beckham Needed ‘Convincing’ To Film Her Upcoming and ‘Intimate’ Netflix Documentary
During an interview on The Today Show earlier this year, David explained that he actually convinced Victoria to film her own documentary after seeing how well-loved she was in his. He said: “In my opinion, she was the star of mine. So I just thought, ‘This is the opportunity.’ She’s been working on her brand for the last 18 years. She’s unbelievably hard working, and no one gets to see that. So I convinced her to let people actually see what she does every day and what goes into her business. She’s a very clever and hard-working lady, so I want people to see that.”
Resveratrol Is the Powerhouse Antioxidant Rivaling Vitamin C
Put this ingredient on your radar
In a time when new skincare ingredients seem to arise on an almost daily basis, it’s unsurprising to hear that there are some which fall relatively under the radar. For every hero ingredient, like retinol or Vitamin C, there are tens, if not hundreds, of equally (or more) hardworking ingredients that promise excellent skincare benefits, yet fail to elicit the pomp or pageantry of their big-name counterparts.
The Page-turners, Heartbreakers, and Big-Idea Books of Autumn 2025
The fall reads that everyone will be talking about
Autumn is made for reading. And not just because shorter days and longer nights equals more time curled up in your favourite chair with your soon-to-be-favourite novel, but because it’s also the season when publishers unleash some of their biggest releases of the year. And so it proves to be. From a heartwrenchingly beautiful campus romance and sprawling multigenerational saga to tales of forbidden love and an eerily disquieting dystopia – this month’s list is a doozy.
I have a type of OCD most people have never heard of, here’s what it’s like to live in constant fear of your thoughts
“My thoughts start to flood in a dozen at a time, each scarier than the last.”
When I was 11, I got an opportunity to become friends with the ‘cool kids’ at school. My best friend at the time wasn’t considered cool, so in order to secure the new friendships, I not only stopped being friends with her, but also actively made fun of her in the playground. This is an objectively horrible thing to do and I don’t want to make excuses, but on a normal day, I can take that memory and see the context around it — that I was a child, that I was desperate to be accepted, that I believed this was the only way to achieve that goal. I can see that I made a mistake and hurt someone, but I can also move on with my life. After all, I’m 30 years old now.
This type of hobby can keep your brain young, new science says
Imagination and ingenuity may play a similar role as a healthy diet or exercise.
It’s easy to dismiss just-because hobbies like painting or poetry as silly little things you do to busy your hands or find a brief escape from the drama or drudgery of life. But a new study including data from more than 1,400 people suggests these pursuits are far from trivial. Researchers found that diving into a creative activity may slow down the aging of your brain, a process influenced by factors ranging from genetics to lifestyle habits to health status.
How to remove waterproof mascara without damaging lashes
Rule number one: No rubbing.
Congratulations! It’s the end of the night, and your eye makeup has survived fully intact. But now you’re wondering how to remove waterproof mascara – without losing any eyelashes in the process.
Waterproof mascara is designed to last the night and then some. For starters, it can offer the same benefits as the best mascaras – from increasing volume and density to lengthening and separating lashes – and deliver results just as effectively. Most important, it can withstand the elements of whatever you throw at it, be it a pool day, 30-degree weather, a sweaty workout, or a good cry session.
5 lipstick trends that will define autumn and winter 2025
Plus, how to find the best lip combo.
Lipstick trends run on their own cycle for the “colour of the season,” and the top trending lipstick shades for this autumn and winter are all about bold expression. Runways and red carpets are pointing us to the same five shades for the upcoming season, and there are some pleasant surprises in the mix.
Whether you’re one to make a statement with your makeup or you’re a minimalist testing the waters, lipstick is a great part of your routine to experiment with. Unlike other bold makeup looks, like graphic eyeliner, it doesn’t take too much skill or practice to make a strong statement with your lips. That’s all the more reason to swipe on a new shade this autumn, and see how it feels.
How Squid Game‘s Hoyeon Is Taking Over Hollywood On Her Own Terms
Catapulted to global fame through her breakout role in the hit Netflix show and commanding presence on the catwalks, the supermodel tells Zing Tsjeng she’s only just getting started.
Prior to Squid Game, the 31-year-old was already a recognised presence in the fashion industry, competing on the fourth season of Korea’s Next Top Model – coming in second place when she was a mere slip of a 19-year-old – and making her fashion-week debut three years later for – of course – Louis Vuitton. With her scarlet hair and towering 5ft 9in in height, she spent most of the late 2010s stomping down runways for a veritable who’s who of top-tier labels: Chanel, Fendi, Miu Miu – she did them all, including Riccardo Tisci’s first Burberry collection. ‘I was a tall kid all my life, and there were a lot of people around me who suggested that I start modelling,’ she says. ‘It might sound a little funny, but at the age of 15, I started seriously thinking about what I should do for a living to make money and put food on the table.’
From Madonna to Stevie Nicks: Please Make These Artists’ Music Biopic Next
Warner Music Group is reportedly “close to an agreement” with Netflix to create films based on the company’s musicians and songs. Here are the movies we want to see.
One surefire way to grab an audience’s attention is to cast a famous actor in a music biopic about an equally famous artist. Think Timothée Chalamet as Bob Dylan, Austin Butler as Elvis Presley, Jeremy Allen White as Bruce Springsteen, and Rami Malek’s Oscar-winning turn as Freddie Mercury in Bohemian Rhapsody. “The success of Bohemian Rhapsody raised eyebrows about what could happen when you’re successful with a biographical film,” Larry Mestel, CEO of Primary Wave Music, a leading music publisher and talent management company told Vanity Fair last year of the music biopic boom in recent years. “It’s been a big explosion. For many years, artists didn’t want to make films that depicted their life story because they were afraid of how it would come out. There’s a much greater openness now that there’s been a bunch of these films that have done very well—their success, but also how the stories have been told and the quality being as vivid as it has been.”
15 Romantic Burgundy Nail Ideas to Try This Fall, From Merlot Tips to Plum Velvet
These looks embody main-character-in-a-romcom vibes.
Every year, temperatures dip, leaves fade from green to gold, sweaters take the place of summer dresses—and, like clockwork, the pull towards burgundy nail designs becomes almost impossible to resist. And why should you? The deep, burnished red shade shows up everywhere from fall foliage to lipsticks and leather jackets, so it’s only natural for us to want to follow suit with our fall manicures.
This season, the shade stands alone on square and oval-shaped nails, filed neatly and meticulously, with not a cuticle out of place (the best minimalist manicures always require an almost laser-like precision; just ask any Russian manicure specialist). For a bolder look, find burgundy paired with airbrushing, polka dots, and blooming gel accents, or styled with trending tortoiseshell accent nails.
The Best (and Spookiest) Things to Do in Salem, Massachusetts
Each autumn, when the leaves start to turn, visitors flock to New England in search of chowder, quaint scenery, and colorful foliage. But there’s a subsection of visitors that makes a beeline for Salem, Massachusetts—a town where the past is so deliciously spooky it could make even the most jaded visitor raise an eyebrow.
In colonial America, Salem was not the charming seaside town it is today. In fact, it was to its settlers the grim, precarious edge of the known world. Spirits, the supernatural, and, yes, witches were considered as real and reliable as the changing of the seasons. Then came the hysteria: between 1692 and 1693, over 200 people were accused of witchcraft. Many were tried, 19 were executed, and Salem cemented itself in one of the more obscure annals of American history. To this day, no one can entirely explain what ignited the frenzy–which, naturally, only adds to the intrigue.
7 Things to Always Keep in Your Junk Drawer (and Why They’re Actually Useful)
Here’s what’s worth keeping handy.
Colloquially known as a junk drawer, these storage spaces usually hold some of a household’s most-used items—but it can be all too easy for this area to spiral into chaos. Think: never-read brochures from takeout restaurants, expired coupons, and dead or loose batteries. Want to make yours actually useful? “Instead of calling it a junk drawer, I suggest shifting your mindset and thinking of it as a utility drawer,” suggests professional organizer Jennifer Moore, “a safe space for practical, frequently used items you want easy access to.”
Here’s what professional organizers recommend always keeping in your “junk” drawer (or whatever you want to call it). According to our experts, these essentials are endlessly useful and you’ll be glad you kept them.
14 Cozy Fall Movies to Stream All Season Long
Grab your blanket and a mug of hot chocolate.
There is something undeniably captivating about movies set during fall, from the rich color palettes to the cozy settings—think bookstores, quaint towns, and cozy diners. And now that sweater weather has officially set in, we can think of no better way to spend a chilly autumn day than curling up on the couch to watch your favorite comfort movies.
Whether it’s an exciting tale about witches and wizards or a heart-warming rom-com complete with a coffee shop meet-cute, these films perfectly capture the spirit of the fall season. The best part? Each move on this list is available to stream on Netflix, YouTube TV, HBO Max, and other platforms.
7 Gourmet Grilled Cheese Ideas to Get You Through the Fall
These irresistible combos are the comfort food lunch of the season.
Grilled cheese sandwiches are so perfect it’s hard to imagine they can get any better. But white sandwich bread and American cheese are only the beginning. There’s a whole world of different grilled cheese sandwiches to try. Pretty much any good melting cheese between bread can be called a grilled cheese sandwich, but why stop there? Other ingredients, such as fresh fruit, roasted or sautéed vegetables, and fun condiments, bring new life to this popular sandwich.
One of the World’s Most Luxurious Overnight Trains Just Announced a New Route to Italy’s Amalfi Coast
The legendary train will debut its Paris-to-Amalfi journey in 2026, complete with a stay at a five-star Belmond hotel.
One of the most historic train networks in the world has a brand new route. The famed Venice Simplon-Orient-Express will begin its first-ever service from Paris to Italy’s Amalfi Coast.
Known for its opulent accommodations, five-star service, and award-winning culinary team, the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express combines timeless hospitality with modern-day engineering, as the 1920s-built train cars have been meticulously preserved as a hallmark of the “golden age” of travel.
In addition to the luxury train journey and accommodations on the Amalfi Coast, passengers will also experience a five-star hotel experience with a two-night stay at Caruso, A Belmond Hotel, Amalfi Coast after the train portion of the itinerary concludes.
This Portland Park is Actually an Extinct Volcano—and It’s Also The First Urban Quiet Park in the U.S.
Located in Portland, Mount Tabor Park is a serene nature getaway in the middle of a major metropolis.
The sun sinks into Portland’s West Hills as I walk the steep slope that leads towards a towering forest canopy. As I climb, dirt paths wind through the overgrown greenery, and the light of the sun begins to fade in the twilight. Best of all? I can only hear the sounds of the forest—you’d never know you were in the heart of a city.
That’s one of the many charms of Mount Tabor Park, a 176-acre spread of land in the Mount Tabor neighborhood of Portland, Oregon. Even though it’s centrally located, few sounds penetrate its thick wall of trees, earning it the distinction of the first Urban Quiet Park in the United States in 2023.
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