As of last Friday, J.K. Rowling — the anti-transgender billionaire author behind the Harry Potter book series — has a transgender politician representing her in Scotland’s Parliament. Dr. Q Manivannan, the newly elected member of Scottish Parliament (MSP), will represent Edinburgh and Lothians East electoral region, where Rowling lives, Them reported. Manivannan joined Iris Duane
An intergalactic collaboration has just landed at Bath & Body Works! The Mandalorian and Grogu collection just dropped, and it’s a must-have for anyone dreaming of heading to a galaxy far, far away, or just excited for the new movie hitting theaters on May 22! Made up of 20+ pieces, including 3-wick candles, cologne, body
Dave Grohl is a multi-threat: singer, songwriter, drummer, guitarist and producer. His ability to multitask also has its disadvantages, given that his focus is spread all over the place. Foo Fighters’ second record following the death of co-frontman Taylor Hawkins, Your Favorite Toy, shows an artist struggling under the weight of overwork. Grohl started compiling
Singer-songwriter, actress and model FKA twigs has been confirmed for the role of Jazz Age star and civil rights activist Josephine Baker in Maïmouna Doucouré’s biopic which is due to shoot in the fall. “Josephine Baker’s extraordinary legacy is such an inspiration to me and to so many people around the world,” said the
Critic’s Rating: 3.75 / 5.0 3.75 Yes! The Way Home just reinvigorated the show with the jolt of male adrenaline we needed. Jacob is back (on screen, at least), and he’s carrying memories of Thomas with him, and Nick is finally moving back to Port Haven permanently. Even more interesting, Nick brought his birth father
Red Hot Chili Peppers have sold their recorded music catalog to Warner Music Group for more than $300 million, reports Billboard. The deal includes all of the band’s recorded output, including their 13 studio albums, which reportedly generate around $26 million annually. Although the band owned their recorded catalog independently for the past year, during
How do you feel being part of Panic Fest 2026? It’s an honor to be part of Panic Fest as alumni. We truly feel blessed to be welcomed as part of this passionate community. Our first short, BLOODSHED, played at the 2021 edition and their Tricks & Treats Halloween program in 2020, thus we were fortunate
Angel Reese and Kandi Burruss both stepped out in a black and white tweed look by Miss Circle, putting their own spin on the coordinated set. The ensemble featured a $249 Sadie Black & White Tweed High Collar Belted Mini Jacket paired with a $129 Sandra Black & White Tweed Mini Skirt. WNBA star Angel
Task #10 of the 2026 Read Harder Challenge is “Read a book recently adapted for film, TV, or musical,” and it’s one of the easiest on the list: we’re in a golden age of adaptations. Books are getting optioned left and right for TV or film, and some of the most popular movies and TV
Robert’s Lafitte, the legendary Galveston dive bar which is also the oldest gay bar in Texas, is days away from its final last call, staffers say. A long list of deferred maintenance and other financial issues plaguing the 61-year-old institution mean a last-minute cash infusion is the bar’s only hope of getting it back up
Nancy Guthrie’s Health Condition Revealed, Medication Needs for Survival As the search for Nancy continues, authorities emphasized that she needs to take daily medication for her survival, which she is likely without. “This is an 84-year-old lady who suffers from some physical ailments, has some physical challenges, is in need of medication,” Nanos shared at the Feb. 2 press conference, “medication that if
Anyone familiar with the work of Ben “Baby” Copperhead will be pleasantly surprised, a little shocked, maybe, at what they heard on Catch a Cold, his fifth studio recording and his first since 2023’s Wailing Viridescence. The psychedelic folk, tinged with the odd pop sensibility and a voracious appetite for unique arrangements and instrumentation that
The 2026 summer movie season has started, and is already seeing success at the box office. 2026 has had a few hits in the first half of the year. In February, Wuthering Heights was a Valentine’s Day hit, earning over $241.7 million worldwide during its theatrical run. Scream 7 was another successful entry in the
Since her marriage to Prince Harry, Meghan Markle has often found herself depicted in various media. As with many public figures, she has seen herself portrayed in a variety of ways. However, one inside source claims that one late-night show’s joke especially rubbed her the wrong way. In fact, this might lead to a significant
Dua Lipa has sued Samsung over its use of her image on cardboard packaging for some of its televisions, which the singer says she did not consent to. Lipa is seeking “no less than $15 million” in damages for “copyright infringement, trademark infringement and misappropriation of Plaintiff’s likeness and image.” In a complaint filed on
The Indie-driven feature marks the first original production from FOUND TV’s founding team TORONTO, ONTARIO — April 28, 2026 — FOUND TV has released the official teaser for its upcoming original feature, A Possession in Lincoln County, offering audiences a first look at the platform’s debut in-house production. Directed by Louie La Vella and written
Welcome to Today in Books, our daily round-up of literary headlines at the intersection of politics, culture, media, and more. Here are the stories we covered ourselves on Book Riot this week, including the week’s bestselling books, the 2026 Pulitzer Prize winners, and more. We’re less than one month out from Pride month, and with
A same-sex couple fighting for a legal marriage in South Korea has the staunch support of two very loving parents behind them. Park Yeo-jin and Hwang Hee-yeon committed to each other for life in a 2020 wedding ceremony, but have been unable to register their marriage legally, since South Korea doesn’t recognize marriage between two
And for those wondering what to get their spouse, allow The Hills alum Lo Bosworth to fill the blank before you. “Moms deserve more than parenting advice,” the Love Wellness CEO told Us Weekly in March, announcing she was delivering a new podcast, Tell Me I’m A Good Mom, two months after she and husband Dom
The moment is ripe for vibes these days. In jazz, there may never have been more exciting new players of the vibraphone (or vibraharp). It’s the mallet instrument with the beautiful resonating sound, the chill but blues-rich instrument of Lionel Hampton and Milt Jackson. For generations, it seemed like there would be one or, at
The artistic director of Millennium Docs Against Gravity in Poland is offering a rebuttal to Wim Wenders after the German director said filmmakers should “stay out of politics.” “I’m not going to take issue with the person that said it, but with the sentiment,” Karol Piekarczyk said on the opening night of the international documentary
This week delivered some strong performances and compelling emotional arcs. Whether they were chasing justice, confronting painful truths, or finally embracing vulnerability, our Characters of the Week reminded us why we keep tuning in. From crime dramas to romance, these are the characters who left the biggest impression this week. Joanna (Half Man) (Courtesy of
London-based instrumentalist and poet Alabaster Deplume’s new album came to fruition last year, after a fervent period of touring with bassist Shahzad Ismaily and drummer Tcheser Holmes in support of A Blade Because a Blade Is Whole. But the roots of the project date back to 2024, when Plume found himself in occupied Palestine working
Enigmata: The Watcher From Within is the kind of novel that draws you in quietly and keeps you engaged the deeper you go. Rather than relying on constant action or jump-scare moments, it builds a strong atmosphere, layering mystery and tension in a way that feels natural and immersive. The story opens with eerie diary
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The leader of a conservative Muslim party in Indonesia threw the government into turmoil last week when he uploaded a video to YouTube accusing a close aide to President Prabowo Subianto of being gay and becoming “personally closer” to the head of state. Amien Rais of the Unmat Party called Cabinet Secretary Teddy Indra Wijaya
Jonathan Cheban is still keeping up with the Kardashians. Indeed, the reality star—whose legal name is Foodgod—set the record straight on where he stands with longtime pal Kim Kardashian and her family amid rumors about their friendship. “I don’t really get in the group chats,” Jonathan told E! News at Vulture’s Inaugural Reality Masterminds Celebration in
It’s been 40 years since They Might Be Giants released their debut album. While the duo of John Linnell and John Flansburgh have made plenty of changes in their working methods and instrumentation over the decades, their core philosophy seems to have remained unaltered. They combine catchy melodies and big hooks with whatever bizarre musical
Tom Holland swung to fame as Marvel Studios’ Spider-Man, but the young actor has a rich career that stretches before and beyond the web-slinger. Holland has proven to be more than the excitable comic book character he plays, displaying vast versatility in a range of drama, thrillers, and kids’ movies. The English actor expressed an
The competition between the Kardashian-Jenner sisters is legendary. It often plays out on their Hulu reality show. Tensions can brew between the sisters, but they usually have each other’s backs. However, despite their bond, Kim Kardashian and Kylie Jenner are reportedly in a race to the altar with their respective boyfriends. Keep reading for all