The Testament of Ann Lee, directed by Mona Fastvold, tells the story of Ann Lee, founder of the Shakers. Born in 1736, Ann, played by Amanda Seyfried, experienced tragedy with the deaths of her children, leading her to a fervent religious belief emphasizing celibacy. This film follows Ann's...
A top CDC official, Debra Houry, resigned in protest over the firing of the CDC director and the influence of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Houry fears Kennedy's plan, potentially supported by the Trump administration, to ban the COVID-19 mRNA vaccine. She believes Kennedy is relying on discredited anti-vax...
Amanda Seyfried stars in the new film, *The Testament of Ann Lee*, a unique portrayal of the Shaker founder. Director Mona Fastvold chose Seyfried for her strength and ability to portray both kindness and intensity. The film blends music and movement, incorporating Shaker hymns, but isn't a traditional musical...
A new study proposes a rectangular telescope design to efficiently find nearby Earth-like exoplanets. Current designs, like the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), are circular, limiting their ability to resolve small, distant planets. This new rectangular design, roughly the same size as JWST, could resolve Earth-size planets around...
Dick Portillo, founder of the billion-dollar Portillo's hot dog chain, sold his company in 2014 but regrets it. He later bought back some locations and built a new real estate empire. Starting with $1,100, he created a highly successful restaurant chain known for its unique Chicago-style food and...
Dwayne Johnson's new film, "The Smashing Machine," premiered at the Venice Film Festival. The movie, directed by Benny Safdie, follows the life of mixed martial arts fighter Mark Kerr (Johnson) and his girlfriend (Emily Blunt). Johnson sought a role that challenged his typical action-star image, while Safdie aimed...
Dr. Vonda Wright's new book, "Unbreakable," empowers women to age healthily. It emphasizes proactive health strategies during the critical 35-45 age range, focusing on building strength and preventing diseases rather than solely addressing aging issues. The book details dietary changes, including increased protein intake and reduced sugar consumption,...
President Trump urged pharmaceutical companies to publicly justify the effectiveness of their COVID-19 vaccines, citing conflicting opinions and internal information. He referenced the turmoil at the CDC and mentioned Operation Warp Speed. While studies show vaccines saved millions of lives, Trump believes the companies haven't adequately demonstrated their success...
The International Association of Genocide Scholars (IAGS), comprising around 500 members, declared that Israel's actions in Gaza constitute genocide. This decision, supported by 86% of voting members, has intensified international criticism of Israel. Israel vehemently denies the accusation, countering that Hamas's actions were also genocidal. The...
Rosie O'Donnell wrongly identified the Minnesota school shooter as a MAGA supporter. She initially claimed on TikTok that the 23-year-old shooter, Robin Westman, was a MAGA Republican, linking the shooting to the political right. This claim was met with backlash, leading O'Donnell to issue multiple apologies on social...
