If you like graphic novels, you probably have by now read Persepolis by Marjane Satapri. If you haven’t, you really should, especially if you are interested in what’s happening in the Persian region today. Persepolis is a modern classic that has defined what I would call the modern graphic novel renascence. Widely read, both outside and
Month: February 2020
Mendeecees is back on the outside after more than 5 years in prison, and he can check off #1 on his ‘To do” list … seeing his kids again. The “Love & Hip Hop: New York” star was released from prison a week ago, on January 29, and shortly afterward he reunited with the 2
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Lido Pimienta has announced her new album Miss Colombia with a new song called “Eso Que Tu Haces” (“That Thing You Do”). It’s due out April 17 via ANTI-. Check out the video for “Eso Que Tu Haces” below. “Eso Que Tu Haces” is the second single from Miss Colombia; she released “No Pude” last
After six months on Nintendo Switch, stylized mech shooter Daemon X Machina is dropping its Switch exclusivity to come to Steam. This isn’t exactly a major blow to original publisher Nintendo since the game only sold decently after a lukewarm marketing push, but it’s exciting that PC players will get to experience the game for the first
Inclusivity and general wokeness is far from perfect in the current beauty climate (like when some brands release a foundation in only five shades ranging from “porcelain” to “sunkissed”? #howboutno), but there’s solace in knowing it’s never been easier to support a black-owned beauty business. Hair care tailor made for natural textures? Found. Sunscreen, without
President Donald Trump delivers the State of the Union address. (Mark Wilson/Getty) Donald Trump set out his priorities for the coming year in his State of the Union address this week, the day before the conclusion of his impeachment trial, and LGBT+ rights were not on the agenda. The president did, however, manage to squeeze
If you suffered a mini-heart attack after watching this week’s episode of The Flash, you’re not alone! Cisco’s (Carlos Valdes) sudden decision to leave Central City to explore the new Earth-Prime and its mysteries seemed to be spelling out a devastating departure, but it’s not as bad as you may think. The Flash‘s midseason premiere
Written by Alison Belsham — It’s just over a year since Alison Belsham introduced us to a decidedly different Brighton-based duo in her debut novel The Tattoo Thief. Buttoned-up, play it by the book young Detective Inspector Francis Sullivan was new to the job and keen to impress his bosses, while hippy dippy tattoo artist
Play video content Exclusive Jay-Z says he and Beyonce sitting through the “Star Spangled Banner” at the Super Bowl was absolutely NOT a protest of any sort … it was simply 2 moguls hard at work. Jay was at Columbia University Tuesday and addressed the video TMZ Sports first posted Sunday … showing Jay, Bey
We knew this was going to happen. By Oscar Sunday, if not before, Greta Gerwig’s feature revival of Louisa May Alcott’s Little Women will cross $100M at the domestic box office, a huge 33% surge in its domestic tally since notching six Oscar noms on Jan. 13 including Best Picture. While Gerwig already demonstrated her flair
A Republican is trying to defund PBS because Billy Porter met Elmo and apparently it’s enough to traumatise kids (Facebook) A Republican lawmaker has threatened to defund PBS because an episode of Sesame Street features gay actor Billy Porter. The Pose star made a guest appearance on the public broadcaster’s long-running kids’ show this month, dropping
It’s been a long road to the screen for Locke & Key, but if one thing is for certain after watching all ten episodes screened for critics, it’s that Netflix is the perfect destination for the series. It is a show best served binged and thanks to the way Netflix unspools its scripted originals, viewers
Exclusive TMZ.com Madonna should’ve been on time for her recent concerts in NYC, because her tardiness screwed over a bunch of fans — financially and otherwise, according to a new lawsuit. The pop icon is being sued by a couple guys named Andrew Panos and Antonio Velotta, who claim they were forced to wait 2
by Mike Vulpo | Tue., Feb. 4, 2020 11:05 AM Share Tweet Email move close Now Playing Up Next Shannen Doherty Reveals Stage 4 Cancer Diagnosis Shannen Doherty is ready to beat cancer once again. On Tuesday morning’s Good Morning America, the actress shared a difficult health update for her fans and followers. “It’s going
In addition to the deepening of the relationship between the symbiote and its host, Andy Serkis teases the obvious that Venom 2 will feature a nemesis character. That said, perhaps in an overabundance of caution, Andy Serkis doesn’t actually cite Carnage by name. We know that Woody Harrleson’s Cletus Kasady, who appeared in Venom’s post-credits
Refreshing your look needn’t cost more than a round of drinks. Yes, you could spend the equivalent of a small car on a new wardrobe, but 45 minutes in the barber’s chair can have the same effect if you’re brave enough to say something other than “The usual.” Plus, if it’s the kind of barbershop
Sign supporting trans students. (Derek R Henkle/AFP/Getty) Two proposed bills that threatened healthcare for trans minors and civil rights protections for trans communities have been killed off by lawmakers. In Florida, a vote was cancelled on a bill that would have criminalised doctors for giving trans youth medically necessary treatment. The bill is now lying
The fact that USA’s new murder-mystery Briarpatch is set in a steamy Texas border town known as Saint Disgrace is a big clue about what’s to follow. It’s a conspicuously quirky setting for a conspicuously quirky show: a funky neo-noir full of eccentric characters that has atmosphere to burn. There’s plenty to like about the
“Books were my pass to personal freedom. I learned to read at age three, and soon discovered there was a whole world to conquer that went beyond our farm in Mississippi.” —Oprah Winfrey Oprah revitalized the idea of a book club back on September 17th, 1996. The first book chosen for this new venture was
Exclusive TMZ/Getty Composite R. Kelly‘s ex-girlfriend, Azriel Clary, already has the wheels in motion to not only help herself heal but to do the same for others … and her plan includes multimedia and advocacy. TMZ has learned about the next steps Azriel plans to take as she recovers from what she claims was a
Oakland rapper Kamaiyah has announced her latest project. Her third release Got It Made arrives February 21. She’s also shared a new track with Trina called “Set It Up.” Check out Kamaiyah’s cover art for the record, and listen to the new song below. Got It Made follows Kamaiyah’s previous two mixtapes, 2016’s A Good
Exclusive Getty “The Mighty Ducks” goalie Shaun Weiss has some free rehab waiting on him once he gets out of jail … and all he has to do is make his way to the Lone Star State. Ascend Detox and Recovery in southeast Texas just sent Shaun a formal invitation to their hospital rehab program
KAREN COLLINS (STYLED BY SASA THOMANN) What does jewelry look like in the new decade? In the past few years, we saw jewelry scale back: Massive statement necklaces from Gossip Girl’s heyday were replaced by layered chains and charms, and we traded in gaudy earrings for a constellation of stud piercings. Surprisingly, we’re swinging back
Baga Chipz, Shea Couleé and Derrick Barry were among the queens eager for a Drag Race UK vs US showdown. (Getty) As dozens of queens stormed London for the first-ever DragCon UK, PinkNews took the opportunity to stir the pot and find out who the queens would want to face-off against in a Drag Race
Backgrid Mario Lopez and Elizabeth Berkley are back on campus for another round of “Saved By The Bell” … which means they’re back in character as A.C. Slater and Jessie Spano. Mario and Elizabeth started shooting the reboot Monday in Los Angeles, over 30 years after they first started starring in the hit series way
Exclusive TMZ.com Danny Masterson is firing back at his rape accusers over their stalking lawsuit against him and the Church of Scientology … calling BS on the whole case. The “That ’70s Show” star filed new docs — obtained by TMZ — asking a judge to toss the case on grounds the women, according to
ABC This letter from the editor is hot off the presses. Tonight’s group date on The Bachelor took Peter Weber‘s suitors to Costa Rica, where the ladies were asked to pose in their bikinis for a chance to get featured on the cover of Cosmopolitan magazine. Ultimately, Cosmo editor-in-chief Jessica Pels picked Victoria Fuller (who took a risk and kissed Peter during their
Safaree and Erica Mena are beaming over their little bundle of joy … and they’re showing off their first child together like proud parents!!! Erica just shared the super-cute snap on her social media … and Safaree looks like he’s loving the whole fatherhood thing. Remember, he’s a #girldad now! The ‘Love and Hip Hop’
Stephen King’s dozens of books all connected back to The Dark Tower, referencing characters from older stories and drawing connections that flesh out his universe. The Dark Tower series itself follows Roland Deschain, the last surviving member of an order known as the ‘gunslingers’, as he travels to the find The Dark Tower, a fabled building that