Christmas movies have been a tradition for decades, but the days when we had to watch George Bailey try to jump off of a bridge year after year are well past us. Holiday movies are an industry in and of themselves, with dozens, if not hundreds of new seasonal offerings released starting around June. Most of them are…
Being an effective communicator involves more than simply saying what’s on your mind. Your tone, body language, facial expressions, and, of course, the words and phrases you use have a major impact on whether others are open to hearing your thoughts, questions, and requests.
Years ago, Lifehacker shared a productivity method called “Don’t Break the Chain,” attributed to comedian Jerry Seinfeld, who allegedly shared the secret during a surprise interview at an open mic night in the 1990s. While the comedy legend has gone on to claim he never advocated for such a “non-idea” at all, the…
Before the 1950s, filmmakers didn’t think about teenagers as anything other than adults-in-waiting—accessories to the adult characters in films. That changed circa the release of Nicholas Ray’s 1955 James Dean star vehicle Rebel Without a Cause, the success of which made studios realize that teens were driving around…
Paramount+ has a handful of original titles worth watching in November. On one end is Lawmen: Bass Reeves (November 5), a Wild West drama starring David Oyelowo as the real-life Bass Reeves, the first Black deputy U.S. marshal to work west of the Mississippi. On the other is Colin From Accounts (November 9), an…
This month on Prime Video brings the second season of the animated adult superhero series Invincible. Based on Robert Kirkman’s graphic novel, the first half of the season will stream on November 3, while the second is expected sometime in 2024.
The 2000s, in some ways, feel, culturally, neither here nor there: They don’t have the strong neon vibe we associate with the 1980s, and lack the grunge appeal of the ‘90s. There’s plenty to appreciate, however, in movies over the decade that was bookended by blockbusters: Lord of the Rings in the early years, and Iron…
When it comes to 4K TVs, there are quite a few brands to choose from. Whether you’re looking for a Samsung, LG, Hisense, or Sony, Amazon has some good discounts during this October Prime Day.
When school or your job requires a lot of reading, it’s hard to stay on track and focused. You should try different reading techniques to get the most out of what you’re supposed to be consuming on your own. One such technique to try is the structure-proposition-evaluation (SPE) method, and one might work for you.…
The Flux 7 Earbuds are a cheaper AirPod alternative that works on both iOS and Android devices, and they’re on sale: You can get a single pair for $22.97 (reg. $69.99) or two pairs for $34.97 (reg. $99.99) until Oct. 15.
Two Big 12 powerhouses are facing off this weekend when the Oklahoma Sooners and the Texas Longhorns throw down at the Cotton Bowl Stadium in Dallas on Saturday. It’s a classic Red River Rivalry game: Both teams are walking in unbowed and undefeated, but someone has to lose their perfect season.
Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days don’t arrive until next week, but the early offers have already begun. Among them: Blink security cameras (up to 60% off), this Ring camera bundle (40% off), Amazon Fire TV Sticks starting at $17.99, and Amazon’s Echo smart speakers as low as $14.99. And now, to complete your Amazon…
You’d think we all have enough stress, but we still love those heart-pumping thrillers—whether they’re the quiet, suspenseful kind or the big action spectaculars. It might be simply that the things that get our hearts racing in real life are more often like “wow, look at this medical bill,” so a spy movie, a…
We use the umbrella term “science fiction and fantasy” all the time—but, in truth, these are twin genres that each contain multitudes. An SFF movie might be a big, loud, alien invasion blockbuster; a bloody sword-and-sorcery epic; or a quiet, reflective fable. What these movies all have in common is the imagination to…
Part of being an adult is feeling the constant need to replenish basic household supplies. One way to combat this loop is to be more mindful about recycling and re-purposing your stuff. But you can go one step further—there are many things we tend to treat as “single-use” that can, in fact, be used more than once.…
The biggest original title coming to Paramount+ in October may be the revival of Frasier, with Kelsey Grammer reprising his role in the new series set in Boston. There are 10 episodes expected to be released this fall—the first two are dropping on the streaming service on October 12.
Max’s October slate includes the second season of the 19th-century period piece The Gilded Age (October 29), as well as season two of the 18th-century pirate drama Our Flag Means Death (October 5). Docu-fans may also enjoy The Ringleader: The Case of the Bling Ring featuring the then-teenagers responsible robbing…