Marvel has spent decades turning comic-book characters into some of the most recognizable heroes and villains in popular culture. Across movies and television, the Marvel Cinematic Universe and its predecessors have produced spectacular battles, unforgettable characters, and emotional moments that have stayed with audiences long after the credits rolled. But arguably some of the most lasting elements of Marvel movies and shows come in the form of lines of dialogue that resonate far beyond the project they are spoken in. Marvel movies and shows are often dismissed by auteur filmmakers and select audience members as prioritizing spectacle over substance and…
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These stuffed poblano peppers are boldly flavored and legitimately hearty, boasting 20 grams of protein per pepper. They’re stuffed with soft, blended black beans followed by two kinds of cheese. The cheese turns gloriously golden in the oven while the chili peppers become nicely tender and caramelized. Two layers of red salsa, one underneath and one drizzled on top, bring this crowd-pleasing vegetarian main dish together. Consider it a simpler alternative to enchiladas or layered casseroles that’s just as satisfying. This recipe will be perfect for game days and casual home get-togethers as the temperatures drop. I hope you’ll make…
Chris Brown I’m Too Busy With My Tour To Show Up to Court!!! Published August 31, 2026 3:00 PM PDT Chris Brown claims he is not able to take time off from his tour with Usher to deal with the ongoing legal matters with his ex-housekeeper … TMZ has learned. According to court docs, obtained by TMZ, Chris said he can’t be forced to show up for an examination at the Van Nuys courthouse, where his ex-housekeeper Maria Avila wants to review his finances and bank statements to see how he will pay the judgment he owes her. In his…
The staff of Pitchfork listens to a lot of new music. A lot of it. On any given day our writers, editors, and contributors go through an imposing number of new releases, giving recommendations to each other and discovering new favorites along the way. Each Monday, with our Pitchfork Selects playlist, we’re sharing what our writers are playing obsessively and highlighting some of the Pitchfork staff’s favorite new music. The playlist is a grab-bag of tracks: Its only guiding principle is that these are the songs you’d gladly send to a friend.This week’s Pitchfork Selects playlist features TK, TK, and…
Actress Kavya Kalyanram of Balagam fame has finally confirmed her relationship with Kaala Bhairava. There has been considerable speculation about their dating life over the past few months, and Kavya eventually took to Instagram to make their relationship official. Calling it a “Life update,” Kavya described Bhairava as the person who helped her find her “yellow paper daisy.”“Some people come into our lives and make us feel like we are God’s favourite child! And when the right person walks in, rose-tinted glasses are not such a bad thing,” Kavya shared, posting a carousel of pictures with Bhairava. She thanked him…
Syfy has produced some incredible sleeper hits that deserve more attention, including a recent supernatural horror series that is in desperate need of a season 2. With the rise in popularity of supernatural horror in general, it makes sense for networks like Syfy to jump on the bandwagon and release longer-format stories in the same space. And while they may well be working on creating more shows that fit this mold, there is one series that debuted back in 2025 and is yet to get an update on season 2, while also not being officially canceled, leaving the series’ fate…
This post is sponsored by Holafly. As always, all opinions and experiences are my own. This post also contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a commission if you make a purchase through my links, at no additional cost to you. If there is one thing our year abroad has taught me, it’s that I never want to think about international phone service again. My son and I have spent 2026 living and traveling abroad, starting with several months based in Cape Town before making our way through Africa and Europe. We’ve crossed borders constantly, and my phone is…
Hugh Hefner’s Ex Karissa Shannon Pregnant With First Child Published August 31, 2026 11:00 AM PDT Hugh Hefner’s ex-girlfriend, Karissa Shannon, is expecting her first child with her new boyfriend … TMZ has learned. Karissa tells TMZ … she is 2 months pregnant and already had her first ultrasound to “confirm everything is healthy and normal.” The former ‘Girls Next Door’ star is currently living in Michigan with her partner, who she has been with for over a year. The model is working to pivot into real estate. Karissa and her twin sister Kristina were Hugh’s girlfriends. The twins moved…
David Fair, who co-founded the outré punk duo Half Japanese with his brother, Jad, has died. Jad Fair posted an uncaptioned photo of the pair together on Facebook yesterday (August 30), and confirmed in a statement to Rolling Stone that David died of cancer. He was 74 years old.The origin story of Half Japanese is as chaotic as their unpindownable music: Formed in 1974 either in Michigan or Maryland, the duo evolved from scrappy twentysomethings messing around in a bedroom for an audience of each other, to scrappy twentysomethings releasing homemade cassettes recorded while messing around in a bedroom for…
It was reported last year that Saiyaara actress Aneet Padda had teamed up with Fatima Sana Shaikh for a courtroom drama. Today, the makers announced the title of the film along with the first looks of the lead cast. The teaser will be released on September 1. Titled Hunkkaar: The Roar, the film will premiere on JioHotstar. It also stars Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub and Arjun Mathur, among others. The film has been directed by Nitya Mehra and Karan Kapadia. In her first look, Aneet can be seen giving an intense look to the camera, with her eyes appearing slightly watery. Fatima,…