Actress Kristen Stewart said the entertainment industry is a “capitalist hell” during an interview on Saturday, and said it hated women and “marginalized voices.” “We’re in a pivotal nexus, because I think we’re ready for a full system break. Do you know what I mean? I mean that across the board and also specific to the world … Read more
Move over, pricey serums — your next glow-up might come straight from a potato. Scientists at the University of Aberdeen are turning discarded potato stems and leaves, known as “shaws,” into high-value ingredients for skincare and cosmetics. Normally tossed after harvest, these humble scraps are now being tapped for solanesol, a key compound used in … Read more
Americans are more ingredient-conscious than ever before — but not in all areas, according to new research. A survey examining the mindsets of 2,000 Americans aged 30–54 reveals a growing cultural trend: people are paying closer attention to what’s in the products they purchase regularly, whether it’s pet food, groceries, skincare products or supplements. Yet, … Read more
Mega film studio Paramount has denounced a pledge this week by more than 4,000 actors and filmmakers, including some Hollywood A-listers, to boycott the Israeli film industry — accusing it of being complicit in “genocide and apartheid” against Palestinians. Paramount is the first of the major movie studios to condemn the pledge, according to Deadline. … Read more
In June, Net-a-Porter founder Natalie Massenet, 60, walked the red carpet at the Tribeca Festival in New York City. She looked chic as she smiled for photographers in a sleek black midi dress and Valentino kitten heels, but privately, her life was in disarray. Weeks earlier, Massenet had discovered that her romantic partner of nearly 15 … Read more
It seems that Instagram nowadays is flooded with ripped physiques and TikTok is full of “What I eat in a day” videos. As a result, the impact of fitness influencers on Aussies’ eating habits and body image has never been stronger. Recent research from The Butterfly Foundation revealed that 59 percent of Australians say diet and fitness … Read more
They’re high on life. America’s most cheerful hourly employees aren’t sitting behind a computer, it seems — they’re at the counter selling vapes, weed and smokes, according to a new report from workplace management platform Deputy. Over 1.51 million end-of-shift survey responses paint a less-than-ideal picture of the state of the union for wage workers. … Read more
Before the oppressive summer heat descends on Atlanta, therapist Brittanee Sims usually gets her thick, curly hair braided at a salon to preserve her healthy mane. But it’s more expensive this year. So she’ll only pay for her teenage daughter and son to get their summer hairdos. Not having braided hair “creates more of a … Read more
By now, we know all too well about the power of Taylor Swift. With her epic Eras Tour alone, the pop superstar went from crashing Ticketmaster to boosting the economy in every city she visited to going around the movie studio system for its theatrical concert film. But Swift’s latest power move may be her … Read more
They’re putting the squeeze on extra juice. Southwest Airlines is implementing a surprising new restriction on portable chargers to keep these notoriously incendiary devices from bursting into flame mid-flight. Starting on May 28, passengers will be required to keep their power banks in plain sight, making the budget carrier the first to roll out a … Read more
In a city where every square foot is precious, Wildflower Studios built up. Opened in Astoria, Queens, in December 2024, the production hub features 11 sound stages stacked across three floors. Billed as the world’s first ever “vertical film studio,” it’s a state-of the art, billion-dollar bet on New York City’s entertainment industry, offering a … Read more
Wurst news ever, hot dog lovers. Ultra-processed foods — which often contain high levels of sugar, salt and unhealthy fats — are believed to make up over 70% of the US food supply. A new analysis examined data from the US and seven other countries to estimate the percentage of premature, preventable deaths due to … Read more
Insulin, heart treatments and antibiotics have flowed freely across many borders for decades, exempt from tariffs in a bid to make medicine affordable. But that could soon change. For months, President Trump has been promising to impose higher tariffs on pharmaceuticals as part of his plan to reorder the global trading system and bring key … Read more
One vital traveling essential may become obsolete. The aviation industry is planning its biggest shake-up in 50 years — and part of the major overhaul means no more boarding passes or checking in for flights. The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), the United Nations body that oversees many aspects of aviation, is getting rid of … Read more
In a speech broadcast to the Food and Drug Administration’s Maryland campus on Friday morning, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. introduced himself as the nation’s health secretary with a meandering speech touching on everything from birds of prey to pollution in Lake Erie to the C.I.A. Mr. Kennedy told the agency staff members, in the throes … Read more
In New York City, there’s still at least one place left untouched by modern tech. At Gramercy Typewriter Co., there isn’t a screen in sight — the most advanced piece of technology may just be the cordless landline phone propped up on a counter. “I prefer to type someone a letter over an email any … Read more
When artificial intelligence-backed tractors became available to vineyards, Tom Gamble wanted to be an early adopter. He knew there would be a learning curve, but Gamble decided the technology was worth figuring out. The third-generation farmer bought one autonomous tractor. He plans on deploying its self-driving feature this spring and is currently using the tractor’s … Read more
They’re not biting. As Ozempic and other GLP-1 drugs change the way America eats, food manufacturers are trying to whip themselves up a forkful of the action — with heavies like Conagra Brands and Nestlé announcing new diet-compatible product lines in recent months. So far, however, nutrition experts seem unimpressed — with some saying that the processed … Read more
Denzel Washington received his minister’s license as the 69-year-old movie star takes on a new role in life. Washington was baptized by Archbishop Christopher Bryant at the Kelly Temple in New York City on Saturday. “It took a while, but I’m finally here…If [God] can do this for me, there’s nothing He can’t do for you,” … Read more
Hi-viz never looked so hot. A website intended to build community among construction workers is getting a taste of the wrecking ball after dressing female models in skimpy, construction-inspired attire to spice up an annual industry event lambasted by DEI activists as “sexist.” Walking on stilts and sporting ultra-revealing versions of the trade standard high-visibility … Read more