Vulture’s 2024 Holiday Gift Guide

Presents for your pop-culture-obsessed friends, loved ones, and enemies. Save this article to read it later. Find this story in your accountsSaved for Latersection. Yes, Netflix is ushering in Christmas by being insane, just as the scriptures promised. A cheap and wearable gift for the Letterboxd obsessive in your life. Morgan Baila Of course no one reallyneedsa kitchen timer anymore. Your phone (or smart speaker of choice) works just fine....

November 15, 2024 · 3 min · 522 words · Debra Hall

‘Some People Call It the City of Dreams, But I Don’t’

Save this article to read it later. Find this story in your accountsSaved for Latersection. The camera drifts, the focus slips, the figures shift; everything onscreen feels fragile and impermanent. Rather, the sound is so sparse and quiet its as if were watching a ghost world. Occasionally, voices do waft in, unseen and unnamed, each speaking in a different language about Mumbai. Another tells us he came here after fighting with his father....

November 15, 2024 · 2 min · 241 words · Susan Martin

20 Stunning Brunette Balayage Hair Ideas for 2025 – Transform Your Look with Trendy Highlights!

The balayage technique highlights just the right amount of light and dark, adding dimension without overpowering. This look is perfect for shoulder-length hair and suits those with natural curly or slightly wavy textures. Ideal for fall, this style brings a cozy warmth that perfectly aligns with the seasons palette. The muted dark brown tones paired with ashy highlights create a balanced, earthy vibe. Its a brunette balayage that adds a luxurious touch, creating a multi-dimensional effect that enhances movement....

November 14, 2024 · 2 min · 351 words · Chad Lopez

22 Honey Brown Hair Ideas 2025: Warm Trends for a Stunning Look

In this article, well explore various interpretations of honey brown hair through curated photo examples. Perfect for women who prefer a low-maintenance yet striking look, this style transitions seamlessly from day to night. A bit of styling cream can enhance the waves, making them appear soft and touchable. Golden highlights add dimension to the hair, making it look fuller and more textured. The balayage technique blends caramel and chocolate hues seamlessly, providing depth and dimension to the hair....

November 14, 2024 · 3 min · 632 words · Christine Stokes

25 Hair Dye Ideas 2025: Bold Trends and Unique Looks You’ll Want to Try!

From bold, vibrant hues to subtle, blended shades, the options are endless. The result is a look thats both cool and sophisticated, fitting perfectly with the aesthetic of effortless beauty. Ideal for those looking to maintain a low-maintenance style that still makes a statement. The shades of purple vary slightly throughout, creating depth and dimension that give it an almost ethereal feel. The color choices here align well with fashion-forward individuals who arent afraid to stand out....

November 14, 2024 · 3 min · 502 words · Henry Carrillo

37+ Elegant Black French Tip Nails Fit For Any Occasion

If youre looking for beautiful nails that fit any occasion, look no further than blackFrench tip nails! Our Picks: 37+ Best Black French Tip Nails Ideas Are you ready to get inspired? Simple and Elegant Black French Tip Nails 2. Black French Manicure Short Nails Variation 3. Black French Tip Outline 4. Coffin Nails with Double Outline 5. Black French Tip With White Line 6. Elegant Extended Black French Tips...

November 14, 2024 · 2 min · 407 words · Robert Lawson

5 Things to Remember AboutDuneBeforeDune: Prophecy

Save this article to read it later. Find this story in your accountsSaved for Latersection. Like Princess Jasmine trapped in Jafars gigantic hourglass,drowning in sand, were back in the world ofDuneagain. Dragons, birds, worms: Is HBOs premier Sunday-night slot going for a we bought a zoo thing? (Thats the plan inDune, anyway; Valyas motives are a little murkier inDune: Prophecy.) Its a dense world! Here are five things to remember beforeDune: Prophecypremieres....

November 14, 2024 · 2 min · 275 words · Donald Peck

Goldman Sachs has upped its marketing game. Not everyone is pleased.

In early August, Goldman Sachs rolled out a fresh look. The redesign was subtle. Outside Wall Street, it barely registered. Inside the halls of Goldman Sachs, however, some people were perplexed. The rebranding effort has spotlighted the executive who spearheaded it: Fiona Carter, the chief marketing officer. Some of these people were granted anonymity since they were not authorized to discuss company matters. Carter did not respond to a request for comment....

November 14, 2024 · 3 min · 473 words · Claire Sanchez

Maybe Ben Affleck Should Just Read Fan Fiction

Save this article to read it later. Find this story in your accountsSaved for Latersection. Ben Affleckis convinced that AI will not replace filmmakers. Well, they should be worried. Eventually, AI will allow you to ask for yourown episode ofSuccession, he promised. And itll do it! Well, thats an oddly specific hypothetical he had to have been thinking about a lot. Robots could never replace fanfic writers capacity for creativity or horniness....

November 14, 2024 · 1 min · 74 words · Gary Macdonald

Say NothingRecap: Don’t Blink

Say Nothing Save this article to read it later. Find this story in your accountsSaved for Latersection. Since the Middle Ages, the Irish had engaged in hunger-striking as a way to express dissent or rebuke. In 1920, a man named Terence MacSwiney died in British custody after refusing to eat for 74 days. Do No Harm is a grueling hour of television, the shows piece de resistance. And at what andwhosecost?...

November 14, 2024 · 3 min · 525 words · Brenda Jones

Say NothingSeries-Finale Recap: Speak Up

Say Nothing Save this article to read it later. Find this story in your accountsSaved for Latersection. Dolours seems eager to restart her life and leave the past behind. I did things, and I dont even know what I think about them, she cries. One thing Dolours knows for sure is that she is done being an active member of the IRA. The agreement effectively ended the war and restored peace to Northern Ireland....

November 14, 2024 · 3 min · 592 words · Steven Sandoval

Say NothingSeries-Premiere Recap: The Whole Sordid Story

Say Nothing Save this article to read it later. Find this story in your accountsSaved for Latersection. The undertaking, which was HQd at Boston College, was called the Belfast Project. Touting, as they called it, or ratting, was a crime punishable by death. So so that assure the safety of the participants, the Belfast Project tapes were top secret and confidential. The plan was to release them only after the person talking had died....

November 14, 2024 · 2 min · 381 words · Joseph Johnson Jr.

The Empty Symbolism ofEmilia Pérez’sEnding

Save this article to read it later. Find this story in your accountsSaved for Latersection. This article was originally published on November 14, 2024. On January 23, 2025,Emilia Perezwas nominated for 13 Oscars, including Best Picture. Spoilers for the end ofEmilia Perez,which is streaming on Netflix now. In death she is borne aloft by mourners as a life-sized plastic Catholic Virgin. (The films stars took home a combined Best Actress award at Cannes....

November 14, 2024 · 3 min · 524 words · Dr. Kaitlyn Bailey MD