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Showcasing an array of exclusive cars, the Official Auction of the Las Vegas Grand Prix on November 17, 2023, will boast a lineup of cars with a combined value of over $70 million. Headlined by the rare Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR Coupe and Roadster, the impressive lineup is set for sale by RM Sotheby’s and the
If you aren’t familiar with Scottish mystery writer Val McDermid, you’re in for a decided treat. Both longtime fans and newcomers alike will be able to jump right into the building suspense of Past Lying, McDermid’s seventh book starring Detective Chief Inspector Karen Pirie. In April 2020, at the beginning of COVID-19 lockdown, cold case
“People used to say, ‘Everyone’s a critic.’ Now, no one’s a critic,” the writer tells GQ columnist Chris Black. By Chris Black November 3, 2023 This is an edition of the newsletter Pulling Weeds With Chris Black, in which the columnist weighs in on hot topics in culture. Sign up here to get it in
The up-for-anything Gos who gave us Ken is back, and he’s brought fights, explosions, sexual tension, Emily Blunt, and a cute dog? Strap us into a front-row seat! By Esther Zuckerman November 2, 2023 LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – APRIL 26: Ryan Gosling promotes the upcoming film “The Fall Guy” during the Universal Pictures and Focus
Thomas Mars of Phoenix talks to GQ about doing the music for wife Sofia Coppola’s latest film, and shares his favorite movie needle drops of all time. By Gabriella Paiella November 2, 2023 Photographs: Getty Images, Everett Collection; Collage: Gabe Conte How do you make an Elvis movie without any Elvis songs? When it’s Sofia
At a New York press conference, premiere dates for True Detective, Curb, House of the Dragon, and (eventually) Euphoria and The White Lotus. By Grant Rindner November 2, 2023 HBO, which has been in a state of flux since April’s high-profile merger between HBO Max and Discovery+, seems poised for a mammoth 2024 and beyond
It may not have topped the first week sales for the other most-anticipated memoir of 2023, Prince Harry’s Spare, but queen of pop Britney Spears’s memoir The Woman in Me sold a cool 1.1 million copies in its first week of publication. This is an astronomical number of books sold, but how does it compare
Jewelry has been an integral part of human history for centuries. From ancient civilizations to modern-day societies, jewelry has been used as a symbol of wealth, status, and personal style. It is no wonder that jewelry remains one of the most beloved and sought-after items in the world. To help you discover the ultimate jewelry collection,
As Christina Wyman’s heartfelt and often heartbreakingly realistic Jawbreaker opens, Maximillia (Max) Plink receives distressing news from her orthodontist. Dr. Watson says Max’s braces aren’t enough to prevent possible future double jaw surgery—it’s time to start wearing headgear known as “the jawbreaker” for 16 hours a day. It’s yet another thing that makes Max, a witty
In their latest films, the directors of Fight Club and Election put new twists on the familiar. By Jesse Hassenger November 1, 2023 Photographs: Netflix, Focus Features It’s nearly 2024, and that rumbling you hear in the distance is an avalanche of 25th-anniversary pieces looking back at the films of 1999. The final year of
Chalk up a win for Shannon Sharpe … Brett Favre‘s defamation lawsuit against the Hall of Fame tight end was dismissed by a judge on Monday, ruling the 3x Super Bowl champ’s comments are protected under the U.S. Constitution. Brett sued Shannon for comments he made about Favre on FS1’s “Undisputed” in 2022, characterized by
The production designers and set decorators of Sofia Coppola’s new film on creating interiors fit for a King—right down to the porcelain tiger. By Matthew Jacobs November 1, 2023 Sofia Coppola was determined to get the clock right. This wasn’t just any clock. It was an imposing starburst clock, a grander version of the kind
Hey, it worked really well the last time they tried it. By Grant Rindner November 1, 2023 LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – OCTOBER 02: Kevin Feige, President, Marvel Studios speaks onstage during the LOKI Season 2 Launch Event – Los Angeles at El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood, California on October 02, 2023. (Photo by Alberto E.
Bob’s Watches Bob’s Watches proudly presents a remarkable piece of history from Thomas Francis Finley Jr., a dedicated United States Navy veteran who served for 28 years. With the rank of Navy Captain, he retired and has voluntarily served on the USS Midway stationed at Navy Pier in San Diego for the past 17 years. Joining
Play video content Pablo Torre Finds Out Marcus Jordan is hoping his basketball G.O.A.T. father comes around to accept his relationship with Larsa Pippen … revealing he wants Michael to be his best man when he gets married. The Hall of Famer’s son opened up about his future plans to get hitched to Scottie Pippen‘s
Does any other cinematic take on a nonfiction bestseller hold a candle to Martin Scorsese’s bleak American epic? A living legend of the form weighs in. By Vince Mancini November 1, 2023 1976, Promotional portrait of Robert Redford, right, and Dustin Hoffman standing in front of the Washington Post Building in a still from director
The sale of Big Five publisher Simon & Schuster to private equity firm KKR for $1.62 billion was officially completed Monday. The sale comes after a long and arduous journey that began in 2020 when it was offered to its rival Penguin Random House for $2.18 billion, but the sale was blocked by the Biden
The dream of a fairytale wedding is one many of us have cherished since childhood. The romantic allure of a perfect day, surrounded by family and friends, is truly something magical. But here’s the twist – you’re on a tight budget. The challenge is real, but fear not! With some creativity, resourcefulness, and a little