Stepping into a kendo dojo in Tokyo means leaving the city behind and entering a space where centuries of practice still shape daily training. As someone who has practiced kendo for over 20 years, I’ve watched travelers arrive expecting to learn about samurai culture and leave with something they weren’t looking for: a question about how they want to live. You don’t start by holding a sword. You start by understanding where kendo comes from and why it still matters. Where Japan’s Samurai Spirit Is Still PracticedKendo isn’t a museum piece or a performance. It’s a living tradition — and…
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Spencer Pratt I’ve Got A Video That Will Ruin a Mayoral Candidate!!! Published June 12, 2026 12:47 PM PDT Spencer Pratt’s out of the Los Angeles mayor’s race … but he’s not fading quietly into the abyss … instead, he’s threatening to take down one of the other candidates for mayor … and he says he has a shocking recording that will make one of them resign. The reality TV star makes the shocking claim in a new social media post … a 3-minute clip where he vows his war against corrupt politicians in L.A. is only just beginning, even…
The-Dream, the Beyoncé and Rihanna hitmaker who is being sued by a former collaborator alleging rape, sexual battery, and sex trafficking, has confirmed his comeback with a new album. (The-Dream has denied the allegations in the 2024 lawsuit.) The-Dream’s own label, Radio Killa, and the Universal imprint Republic will release the sequel to his 2007 album Love/Hate on July 10. Among those on the Love/Hate II guest list are Pusha T, Swizz Beatz, T.I., Kelly Rowland, Rick Ross, and, on a single released today called “Tampa,” Usher.The-Dream announced his return in May in a wide-ranging interview with Variety that made…
Amidst the ongoing uncertainty around the production of Don 3, reports suggest that Farhan Akhtar is preparing for a new project. The filmmaker is reportedly in talks with director Neeraj Pandey for a biopic on the legendary music composer, RD Burman. According to industry insiders, the project is moving forward, with plans for the film to go on the floors by the end of 2026. A source cited by Pinkvilla claimed, “Neeraj Pandey has been developing the RD Burman biopic for a while now, and the writing work is progressing at a rapid pace. Farhan Akhtar is in talks…
The Pitt season 3 is getting yet another casting shakeup. One star of the medical drama has revealed their character will have a delayed return amid major confirmed casting differences for the forthcoming season. The Pitt season 3 will include a multitude of changes to the core lineup of doctors, students, and interns that run the ER. This includes the absence of Dr. Samira Mohan (Supriya Ganesh), who won’t be coming back despite her harrowing character arc in season 2. It was also recently confirmed Victoria Javadi (Shabana Azeez) won’t be in the ER during season 3, performing a psychiatry…
Blake Lively Loses Fight For Punitive Damages From Baldoni … But Wins On Legal Fees Published June 12, 2026 9:45 AM PDT Blake Lively struck out in her bid to make Justin Baldoni and Wayfarer cough up money for damages … but she is getting them to cover her legal expenses. According to new legal docs, obtained by TMZ, a judge ruled Blake won’t be getting the punitive or treble damages she was seeking … but Justin is being ordered to pick up the tab for her attorney’s fees. No word yet on how much Justin and Wayfarer will have…
Track by Track is our recurring column that sees artists take readers through each song on their newest release. In this edition, Jesse Welles explores his new album, Masks Off. Over the last couple years, Ozark, Arkansas-based folk singer Jesse Welles has broken through the public sphere with poignant and raw storytelling that speaks to the collective unrest in society and the political landscape. His form of musical protest is straightforward, and often with a hue of satire. Welles’ ability to authentically tell it how it is through his 21st century lyrics in a genre that has historically been a…
The comedy franchise Dhamaal is back with its fourth part and with it, the OG Dhamaal boys are also back. The makers released the trailer today during a grand event, in presence of some of the key cast members. In a first-of-its-kind move, the makers brought the trailer launch to the world of Imagicaa, transforming it into an immersive experience that reflected the scale, adventure, and larger-than-life madness of Dhamaal 4.The trailer showcases the return of the Dhamaal boys as they set off on the biggest treasure hunt of their lives. But a mountain of gold comes with a mountain…
While the world of Toy Story prepares to continue its expansion with Toy Story 5, the franchise’s dark predecessor is trending on Disney+, and it’s still one of the best animated movies of all time. In 1995, Toy Story arrived to change the world of animation and make Pixar one of the most important animation studios. Toy Story was the first entirely computer-animated feature film, and it was a huge success with critics and general audiences. Toy Story was the beginning of Pixar’s unbelievable run in the field of animation, which continues to this day, and it went on to…
Printable shopping list School is out, and I am so excited to have my kids home! I love the slower mornings, the extra time together, and all the summer memories. But let’s be real, having everyone home also means everyone is hungry all day long, so I am getting back into meal prep mode to keep the week a little less chaotic. What I’m Meal Prepping This Week Summer days are full, messy, and somehow everyone is hungry all the time. This week’s meal prep is here to help with easy dinners that keep things simple, delicious, and a little…