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Sunday Puzzle: Familiar three-word phrases

The article presents an on-air challenge involving familiar phrases that start and end with 'S', encouraging creative thinking.

Death of the Reprobate is wacky renaissance painting Die Hard with a Vengeance, and an ideal game for the holiday period's long dark teatime of the soul

Both protagonists face disruption by forces beyond their control, leading to a journey of redemption through daunting tasks.

Below Deck Sailing Yacht Recap: Sleep Deprivation

The episode explores generational tensions in the workplace, particularly between Gen Z and Millennials regarding work expectations and sleep requirements.
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What We Do in the Shadows Series-Finale Recap: Casket Closed

The series finale of What We Do in the Shadows humorously subverts typical closure expectations, blending parody with bittersweet character moments.
The comedic approach to the finale maintains a lighthearted tone despite exploring deeper themes.

Beetlejuice Beetlejuice Is Too Much Nostalgia And Too Little Substance

Nostalgia drives movie trends, but sequels struggle to renew the emotional engagement of original films. Beetlejuice's sequel exemplifies this challenge.

What We Do in the Shadows Series-Finale Recap: Casket Closed

The series finale of What We Do in the Shadows humorously subverts typical closure expectations, blending parody with bittersweet character moments.
The comedic approach to the finale maintains a lighthearted tone despite exploring deeper themes.

Beetlejuice Beetlejuice Is Too Much Nostalgia And Too Little Substance

Nostalgia drives movie trends, but sequels struggle to renew the emotional engagement of original films. Beetlejuice's sequel exemplifies this challenge.
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How to Style Corduroy for a Modern Look

Corduroy is a versatile and timeless fabric with deep cultural and historical significance, continuously relevant in fashion across genders.

Is This What Female Strength Looks Like?

Fashion shows reveal evolving interpretations of female strength and power
Exploration of women's empowerment through traditional masculine garments
The role of myth and sports in shaping contemporary fashion narratives

Will Rebecca Ferguson Win the Met Gala Mother'-Off?

Met Gala stands apart from standard fashion events due to its unique and extravagant nature.

How to Style Corduroy for a Modern Look

Corduroy is a versatile and timeless fabric with deep cultural and historical significance, continuously relevant in fashion across genders.

Is This What Female Strength Looks Like?

Fashion shows reveal evolving interpretations of female strength and power
Exploration of women's empowerment through traditional masculine garments
The role of myth and sports in shaping contemporary fashion narratives

Will Rebecca Ferguson Win the Met Gala Mother'-Off?

Met Gala stands apart from standard fashion events due to its unique and extravagant nature.
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Readers reply: The Moon Under Water from where did George Orwell get the name for his perfect pub?

George Orwell invented the name "The Moon Under Water" to depict his vision of the perfect pub, ensuring originality and avoiding real-life connections.

Jeremy Okai Davis's Portraits of Black Performance

Portland artist Jeremy Okai Davis explores how cultural references evolve and mutate through generations, as seen in his painting inspired by a basketball game shout.

Trump Fan Tries To Start DADDY TRUMP! DADDY TRUMP!' Chant On Rally Line Is Left Hanging

Crowd dynamics at Trump rallies can shift significantly with media engagement, showcasing the power of encouragement in rallying supporter chants.

From Form's Amsterdam Museum Night campaign is a portal to another dimension

The campaign's visuals emphasize human movement, inspired by historical photographic techniques but executed with modern technology.
The use of stop-motion allowed for creative flexibility in presenting movement.

Haegue Yang review a must-see show if the slats of venetian blinds make you cry

Haegue Yang's retrospective challenges the viewer to find meaning in chaos and questions the relevance of grand narratives in today's complex world.
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How You Finish These Song Lyrics Says SO MUCH About Your Age

Cultural references shaped by age influence responses to song lyrics, showcasing generational differences in music nostalgia.

To watch is to yearn for a different world: how The West Wing made politics feel glorious

Rose's unexpected reference to The West Wing highlights generational gaps in cultural touchstones amidst a tense family apocalypse scenario.

How You Finish These Song Lyrics Says SO MUCH About Your Age

Cultural references shaped by age influence responses to song lyrics, showcasing generational differences in music nostalgia.

To watch is to yearn for a different world: how The West Wing made politics feel glorious

Rose's unexpected reference to The West Wing highlights generational gaps in cultural touchstones amidst a tense family apocalypse scenario.
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Would you row across the Atlantic with someone like me? I certainly wouldn't | Adrian Chiles

Humorous figures of speech effectively illustrate the competency and quirks of footballers, blending insight with entertainment.

WHY AM I SO SINGLE? Garrick Theatre

Marlow and Moss capture Gen Z's spirit in musical theatre with their engaging production, blending self-referential humor and emotional performances.
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The Good Life visits Denham Station

Denham Station, featured in The Good Life, retains much of its original charm despite modern updates, bridging past and present.

Which announcement was inspired by Elvis's refusal to do encores? The Saturday quiz

Kaiser Wilhelm II was Queen Victoria's eldest grandchild, significantly impacting European history during the early 20th century.

The Good Life visits Denham Station

Denham Station, featured in The Good Life, retains much of its original charm despite modern updates, bridging past and present.

Which announcement was inspired by Elvis's refusal to do encores? The Saturday quiz

Kaiser Wilhelm II was Queen Victoria's eldest grandchild, significantly impacting European history during the early 20th century.
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from Big Think
4 months ago

The overlooked virtues of a crowded world

Techno-humanism champions human flourishing and reveres human accomplishments, contrasting sharply with today's anti-humanist sentiments.

Donald now promises "Every day will be filled with opportunity, hope, and joy," because undercoating

Trump's rallies evoke nostalgic 1980s culture, clashing with current political themes of hope and joy against a backdrop of anger and fear.

Adam by Gboyega Odubanjo review in memory of the missing

A debut collection by Gboyega Odubanjo, completed posthumously, explores a powerful and distorted version of Genesis using the tragic story of Adam found in the Thames.
from Vulture
5 months ago

The Highs, Low, and Whoas of the 2024 Olympic Opening Ceremony

The 2024 Paris Olympics are highlighted by Simone Biles' dominance, Sha'Carri Richardson's expected excellence, and intriguing moments like the Opening Ceremony's unique storyline.

natural sheep wool soundproofs multipurpose felt screen by uderbekov daniyar

Uderbekov Daniyar introduces soundproofing wool felt screen.

Shahzia Sikander transforms time into a medium

The artist Shahzia Sikander merges past, present, and possible in her visual language, challenging societal perceptions and reflecting global historic influences.

petrit halilaj's doodle sculptures evoke childhood memories at the MET museum rooftop

Childhood drawings inspire metal sculptures at the MET by Petrit Halilaj.

MaXXXine Is a Limp Close to Ti West's Trilogy of Terror: Review

Ti West's new slasher film 'MaXXXine' explores the challenges faced by a former porn star navigating the Hollywood scene in the 1980s.

Martin Mull (RIP) Satirically Interviews a Young Tom Waits on Fernwood 2 Night (1977)

References to 70s television need contextualization for younger generations as iconic shows and characters may fade from memory.
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