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It’s WEDNESDAY and your manly hosts are very frazzled! Due to circumstances beyond our control, blogging duties abruptly ceased yesterday and now we’re very far behind on our Cannes-blogging! This is not a thing to which you should devote a second’s thought, of course. Settle into today’s darkly elegant LOunge and prepare for the tsunami to come.

Peter Jackson Says ‘I Don’t Dislike’ AI in Film, Explains Not Directing Next ‘Lord of the Rings’ Movie and Claims AI Debate Is Why Andy Serkis Won’t Win an Oscar for Gollum
“Lord of the Rings” filmmaker Peter Jackson doesn’t “dislike” AI being used in film — but he thinks it’s a shame that the debate surrounding it is partly why Andy Serkis will never win awards for his motion-capture performance as Gollum.
Speaking at a Cannes Film Festival masterclass the day after he was bestowed an Honorary Palme d’Or, Jackson said that though AI is “going to destroy the world,” when it comes to its use in film, “I don’t dislike it at all.”

The 22 best movies on Netflix for a high-quality viewing experience
The world’s No. 1 streamer has a never-ending supply of films, but which ones are worth your time?
Netflix has gradually become one of the biggest entertainment companies in the world, with its vast library of movies and TV shows keeping people glued to their screens for far longer than they’d care to admit. On the movie front, the streamer continues to acquire and license more and more titles while also cranking out homegrown originals.
Among its collection of films are Oscar-winning dramas like The Power of the Dog (2021) and I’m Still Here (2024), as well as recent crowd-pleasing favorites like Godzilla Minus One (2023) and 28 Years Later (2025). Ahead, we’ve selected the best movies streaming on Netflix for your viewing pleasure.

Why Were These Two Women Nearly Written Out of Art History?
Meet Michaelina Wautier and Anne Vallayer-Coster, expert painters who are only now getting their due
In 1779, Anne Vallayer-Coster (1744–1818) toured a Louvre apartment in disguise, wearing a bonnet to avoid recognition.
She needed to know if she could live and work there “honorably” and “comfortably” as a single woman among male artists. With support from Queen Marie Antoinette, she secured the space and became the only female artist to earn her own Louvre lodgings before the French Revolution.
A century earlier, in Brussels, Michaelina Wautier (1614–1689) was received differently. Her monumental Triumph of Bacchus (about 1655–59) confounded scholars for many years, because they refused to accept it as hers. The problem was not the painting’s quality but its scale: one 20th-century connoisseur thought a work so large and forceful could not have been made by a woman.
Working in different places and centuries, Vallayer-Coster and Wautier built successful careers in worlds that did not easily make room for them. While both achieved recognition in their lifetimes, they were later misunderstood or overlooked and now are being reconsidered through new scholarship that brings their creations back into view.

“I Felt Like A Failure For Gaining Weight After Birth”
Alex Light on the pressure to “bounce back” postpartum — and why she refuses to erase the signs of motherhood from her body
I had a huge amount of swelling when I was pregnant, especially towards the end, and after giving birth, it just dropped off me. My body went back really quickly to how it was before, which I know is not the normal experience – and it didn’t end up staying like that – but in that initial period after giving birth, I dropped a huge amount of weight. I remember the midwife saying to me, “I can’t believe you’ve just had a baby. You don’t look like you’ve had a baby. Where’s your stomach?” And I remember thinking, I don’t care. I don’t care. I don’t care. Why are you talking to me about my body? I have this six-day-old baby, and I am terrified, and I’m so anxious, and I have to keep this lovely little thing alive. This is the craziest thing I’ve ever done in my entire life.

‘I Think The Fans Will Be Happy’: Shania Twain on Her First Time Hosting the ACM Awards — And Surprises In Store
The 61st edition of the ceremony will take place May 17 in Las Vegas.
After two consecutive years with Reba McEntire at the mic, the ACM Awards will get a new host this year when Shania Twain presides over the 61st Academy of Country Music Awards, held at Las Vegas’ MGM Grand Garden Arena and airing on Prime Video on May 17.
“It’s a chance for me to just get back with everybody,” Twain says of hosting. “It’s one of the rare moments when I get the chance to see everybody and catch up with a lot of the newer artists. A lot of them I have not met yet, and I’m excited to just be among the whole experience of the ACMs.”

Trust Me, I’m a Longevity Doctor—6 Simple Daily Habits I Prioritise For Healthy Ageing
Because we all want to live well, for longer.
In a world where wellness trends come and go, there’s one buzzword that’s got us all hooked: longevity. With average life expectancy in the UK peaking at around 82 years of age (it has more than doubled in the last hundred years), the conversation has turned from simply living longer to how to live well for longer.
However, according to research, healthy life expectancy falls around 10 to 20 years below our longevity, meaning that the way we age is vital. As we live longer, have improved access to high-tech, preventative tests and treatments and are less willing to compromise on wellbeing, the aim now is to improve our health span – essentially, the number of years we’re living well. And so, the past decade has ushered in a plethora of healthy ageing tips promising to help us biohack our way well into our eighties (and beyond) – but the experts agree that longevity is far more than just a fad.

The Secret History of the Meeting Where JFK Jr. Asked Princess Diana to Appear on the Cover of George Magazine
In an excerpt from The Kennedys & the Windsors, read the untold story of the conversation about a magazine cover that never came to be.
In 1995, few women in the world were more famous than Princess Diana. Separated from Prince Charles but not yet divorced, Diana and her romantic life were of unending interest to the public and the press, both in her native England and in the United States.
An issue of George magazine with Diana on the cover would be guaranteed to sell—both to advertisers and on the newsstand. Not to mention, she fit the ethos of the burgeoning publication.
“It seems obvious why [John F Kennedy Jr.] would’ve wanted her on the cover, because he was trying to capture the intersection of political life and celebrity life in his magazine. Lady Di, at that moment, was a perfect example of that because she was a symbol of the intersection of those things. She was a celebrity, a royal who had a defined role, but she also had a personal and political mission. She had ideas about how she wanted to help the world. She had her own feelings about her service, at least that’s the perspective that I got from her,” John’s close friend artist Sasha Chermayeff, who had known him since his boarding school days, said. “She was loved by America, too. We loved her, everybody loved her.”

The 5 Sunglasses Trends Taking Over This Summer, From Tiny 90s Frames To Oversized 70s Shades
Inspired by CBK and Maddy Perez
Summer weather is finally here – and with it, the need for some amazing sunglasses. A cherry on top of any outfit, sunnies are both a style statement and practical protection. But what will your shades say about you?
From the spring runways to red carpets, eyewear is focused on extremes this season. We’ve seen tiny silhouettes take over, from Margot Robbie’s Wuthering Heights press tour looks to Carolyn Bessette Kennedy’s famous frames in Love Story. At the other end of the size scale? Oversized to the max.

3 Standout American Lagers That Won Gold at the 2026 World Beer Cup
German-style pilsener, Munich-style helles, and Czech-style pale lager were among the most competitive categories in the field, with triple-digit submissions across each style.
While India pale ales dominated entries at this year’s World Beer Cup, several lager styles were also among the most competitive categories, with many drawing more than 100 submissions. The gold medal winners in those categories offer a look at some of the lagers that rose to the top of the competition, including standouts from New Jersey, Utah, and New York, which earned gold in some of the event’s most crowded lager categories.

I Spot Trends for a Living—These 6 Summer Bag Trends Are the Ones I’m Betting On
From “silly little pouches” to fringe, these are the styles worth carrying now.
A successful bag trend is more than just a new thing to buy. Driven by the right designer and properly platformed—whether in the crook of a celebrity’s arm or cameoing on an influencer’s Instagram—a handbag evolves from just a fashion trend into a piece of pop culture. (We saw it this spring when silly little pouches became status symbols.) This summer’s bag trends are rife with this big-league potential; from a retro shape that’s been plucked from obscurity to actually chic work bags that’ll make commuting less of a chore, they’re singular—and strong enough to carry on beyond Summer 2026.

Fourth Wing Fans, I’m Begging You to Give the TV Show a Chance
In Michael B. Jordan we trust.
Depending on your outlook, I’ve got good news and bad news for fans of Rebecca Yarros’s massively popular Empyrean series, colloquially known as the Fourth Wing books: It’s officially being adapted into a TV series, with Michael B. Jordan executive producing. Amazon Prime Video announced this week that it’s moving ahead with a full series order based on the romantasy series, which follows Violet Sorrengail as trains to become a dragon rider at the competitive, elite, and brutal Basgiath War College.

11 Motherhood Books That Actually Capture What to Expect When You’re Expecting
These must-read novels by Ann Patchett, Rachel Yoder, and more explore the messy reality of being a mom.
Between the health risks of pregnancy, the physical and emotional strain of raising a child—which often come with financial implications and lack of federal support— believe us when we say: Moms are total badasses.
Of course, welcoming a newborn is the first of many milestones. After the baby comes the mother load, or the often trying postpartum fourth trimester, and the doorway into parenthood. As if that weren’t enough, many new mothers are thrust into learning on the job, making motherhood ripe for messes and mess-ups.

I Tested 6 Ways to Peel Hard-Boiled Eggs — and Found a New Favorite Method
Peeling eggs for snacks or sandwiches doesn’t have to be a pain.
Of all the kitchen prep tasks, peeling hard-boiled eggs is one of my least favorite. It’s finicky and requires patience that still escapes me after many years working in restaurants and test kitchens. But it’s a job that has to get done, whether I’m making my family egg salad sandwiches or serving a platter of deviled eggs for a party.
So I set out to find the most reliable method for peeling eggs quickly while maintaining a perfect shape, with no chunks of whites pulled away by stubborn shells. To my surprise, the way I’ve always peeled eggs — a technique I learned in culinary school — missed the mark compared to the winning method.

24 Best One-Piece Swimsuits for Every Body Type
These are our favorites for tummy control, big busts, full coverage, and more.
Whether you’re lounging poolside, spiking a beach volleyball, or heading into the waves, the best one-piece swimsuits let you move comfortably without constantly adjusting your suit. The right style depends both on how you plan to wear it and the kind of fit you’re after—maybe that’s light stomach smoothing, extra bust support, fuller coverage, or a trendier high-leg silhouette. To find the standouts, Glamour’s shopping team tested bestselling styles from top swimwear brands, evaluating them for fit, feel, and (of course) looks. Below, shop our favorite one-piece bathing suits for every preference and body type.

4 Best Infrared Hair Dryers That Reduce Heat Damage
We were blown away by how healthy and bouncy our hair looked.
If you blow-dry regularly but deal with breakage, split ends, or fine strands, infrared hair dryers are worth trying. These types of hair dryers use infrared technology, which “distributes heat more evenly and reduces the need for extreme temperatures,” says Rogerio Cavalcante, a hairstylist in New York City and owner of the Second Floor Salon. Over time, that translates to less breakage, more shine, and better overall texture. To find the best options, we tested a handful of top-rated ones on different hair types, noting volume, shine, frizz, and overall hair health. Our top four favorites were gentle on even the finest strands, dried quickly, and gave us a salon-worthy blowout.

‘The Testaments’ Costume Designer on Using Military-Like Wool for Aunt Lydia and Finding the Right Shade of Purple for the Plums
Hulu’s “The Handmaid’s Tale” first introduced the Plums into its dystopian world in Season 5. When Luke (O-T Fagbenle) and June (Elisabeth Moss) search for their daughter Hannah, they first learn about the premarital training school.
Hannah is now older and named Agnes (Chase Infiniti) and attends Aunt Lydia’s (Ann Dowd) elite prep school, where she and other young girls are trained to become future wives. The young girls are grouped and defined by the color of their garments — “The Plums” are on the verge of womanhood, while “The Pearls” are outsiders who have enrolled in the academy.

How Cape Fear‘s Amy Adams, Javier Bardem, and Patrick Wilson updated a classic
“It’s one of those beautifully strange and violent stories where you get to enjoy the bad guy, even though you know he’s bad,” Wilson says.
It’s a tale as old as time: Lawyer takes client, lawyer betrays client midway through the trial, client goes to prison for years, client gets out of prison, client returns to town to psychologically torment lawyer’s family.
So goes the story of Cape Fear, which originated with John D. MacDonald’s 1957 novel The Executioners. The book was first adapted into a 1961 movie starring Gregory Peck as attorney Sam Bowden and Robert Mitchum as smooth-talking ex-con Max Cady, and subsequently re-adapted by Martin Scorsese in 1991 with Nick Nolte as Sam and frequent collaborator Robert De Niro as Max.
Now, 35 years after the last iteration, Cape Fear is returning to the screen, this time as a 10-episode Apple TV series from Nick Antosca, the creator of shows like The Act and Brand New Cherry Flavor who’s a lifelong admirer of both films.

15 Baking Recipes You Can Make in Under an Hour—Cooling Time Included
Satisfy your sweet tooth fast with these skillet cookies, cupcakes, muffins, and more.
Are unexpected guests dropping by, or do you just need a homemade treat right now? Whatever the reason, these quick baking recipes will satisfy your sweet tooth fast. All are easy to make and ready to eat in less than an hour. While many baking recipes take less than 60 minutes to make, they generally need time to bake and cool, so they aren’t ready to decorate or eat for over an hour.
If you want a baked good fast, opt for these tried-and-tested recipes. They include muffins, scones, cookies, skillet cookies, oven-baked pancakes, cupcakes, and other must-bake recipes.

This Is the No. 1 City Park in the U.S.—and It’s 1.5-times Larger Than Central Park
St. Louis’ Forest Park stands out for its nature, free museums, and iconic attractions.
Great cities have great green spaces, serving as peaceful urban playgrounds and perfect escapes from the surrounding concrete jungle. And that’s especially true for the green beating heart of St. Louis: Forest Park.
The 1,300-acre park took top honors in USA Today’s 10Best awards, named the best city park in the United States.
First opened in 1876, outdoor enthusiasts love exploring Forest Park’s nature reserve, which is made up of more than 170 acres of forests, woodlands, savannas, prairies, wetlands, and more than 3 miles of waterways. The park is home to several species of mammals, more than 200 bird species, and over 20 different amphibians and reptiles. Visitors can spot coyotes, foxes, white-tailed deer, and more in this living laboratory.

6 Renovation Decisions You May Regret When You’re Older, According to Interior Designers
Avoid these mistakes now, and you will thank yourself later.
Renovating your home is the perfect opportunity to customize your space so it feels both beautiful and personal—but it should also support you for years to come. Design choices that prioritize style alone can overlook how your needs may change over time, especially regarding safety, comfort, and ease of movement.
If you’re planning a renovation, consider these expert insights first. We asked interior designers Tamara Hubinsky, founder of Tamara Hubinsky Interiors, and Kerrie Kelly, creative director of Kerrie Kelly Design Lab, to share the renovation decisions they caution against, from slippery flooring to poorly placed lighting. These common missteps can affect how well your home functions over time—and how comfortably you can live in it.

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