Blanco, TX

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Brigid Pfeifer

There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

San Francisco, CA

A husband is accused of shooting his family dead - including his six-year-old son - with neighbors saying they mistook the sound of gunfire for fireworks. A one-year-old boy has also been left fighting for his life in hospital after four people were killed in the shooting at a home in Kitty Hawk Road, Alamed, San Francisco. Neighbors reacted in disbelief at the incident, with some saying they assumed the sound of gunfire was fireworks as the tragedy unfolded on Wednesday night.

Husband 'guns down whole family' including son, 6, as neighbors mistook shots for fireworks

Travel + Leisure

Croatia ranked ahead of all of the European Union’s 27 member states, as well as Switzerland and Albania.

This Country Has the Cleanest Swimming Water in Europe — and 1,700 Miles of Coastline

Phoenix, AZ

Vogue Magazine

Last night, the WNBA All-Star Game saw Team USA face off against Team WNBA at the Footprint Center in Phoenix, Arizona. Winning with a 117-109 final score, Team WNBA saw its star players such as Arike Ogunbowale, Caitlin Clark, and Angel Reese bring their A-game to the court. (Ogunbowale was even named the Most Valuable Player, after collecting a record 34 points.)

The Best Fashions From the WNBA All-Star Weekend

Virginia State

The scenes between General Hospital cast members Eden McCoy (Joss Jacks) and Evan Hofer ( Dex Heller) are filled with so much chemistry that some fans believed the couple was dating offscreen.

General Hospital's Eden McCoy is dating actor Jonathan Heit and not her onscreen love Evan Hofer

The Week

'Mesmerising' films of children at play around the world from Kharkiv to Mosul

Francis Alÿs: Ricochets – a 'heart-stopping' exhibition at London's Barbican

On a Tuesday in July, Nine Orchard's elevator doors opened into a fashion fairytale. Set in the hotel's sky-scraping greenhouse, trays of refreshing Wölffer Estate rosé and LALO Tequila margaritas welcomed welcomed guests. The Australian Fashion Foundation’s 16th Annual Summer Party was afoot. Hosted by Malcolm Carfrae, Laura Brown, and Julie Anne Quay, in partnership with the American Australian Association & The Next Generation, the enchanting soirée served as a celebration for the non-profit that awards scholarships and internships to the next generation of Australian talent.

AUSFF’s Midsummer Fashion Fundraiser Brought Together the Aussies of NYC

After opening for the likes of Troye Sivan and Charli XCX in recent years, Allie X wanted her Girl With No Face tour—her biggest yet as a headlining act—to be like nothing her fans had seen from her before. “I didn’t want to overreach with the production, but...

On the Road With Allie X

Brooklyn, NY

I started the search for my engagement ring with two conflicting ideals in mind: it should be singular, dazzling—but also so discreet as to be almost invisible. This isn’t paradoxical to me. My perfect manicure shade is basically “nail,” and I wholeheartedly believe the mark of a good blow-out is that you can’t tell it’s a blow-out at all. In other words, I’m extremely fussy, but I don’t want to look like I’ve made a fuss about anything.

A Brooklyn Girl’s Guide to Finding the Perfect Non-Traditional Engagement Ring

Italy is a worthy vacation spot with its architecture, history, and art. Everyone knows that, which leads to a whole lot of tourists. In fact, according to Statistica, Italy received more than 50 million visitors in 2023. That means major crowds, long lines, and a chance you might miss out on what you went there to see (as we did on a recent and very packed visit). However, there is a gorgeous and less crowded vacation spot that looks quite a bit like Italy. That place is Syros Island, the capital of the Greek Cyclades group.

This Uncrowded, Hidden Gem Greek Island With Colorful Streets Looks Just Like Italy

Upworthy

In 2005, a Croatian architect designed a 230-foot-long organ that turns the rhythm of the waves into actual music. Nope, not nonsensical bellows or chaotic tones. Real, actual, music.

Listen to this organ in Croatia that uses the sea to make hauntingly beautiful music

CBS News

A 55-year-old American tourist died after taking ill during an excursion on the southern side of Mount Etna, in Sicily, Italy's alpine rescue service said Friday. Rescuers said the cause of his illness was still unknown, but warned against the risk of high temperatures coupled with humidity that may prove dangerous for tourists who usually have no specific preparation for such excursions. After being alerted on Thursday afternoon, the alpine rescue team and an air ambulance reached the man in a remote area.  Attempts to revive him were unsuccessful and he was pronounced dead at the scene before his...

American tourist dead after suddenly getting sick on Sicily's Mount Etna

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Dianna Carney

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced an adorable puppy named Koi who they describe as a “sweet and happy little puppy who found himself dumped at a high kill shelter for unknown reasons.” Despite the harsh start to his life, Koi remains an adorable and energetic puppy. Now, thanks to Sandy Paws Rescue Inc. giving him a second chance and rescuing him from the high-kill shelter, Koi is ready for adoption and looking for his forever home.

Meet Koi: The Sweet & Happy Little Puppy Dumped At A High-Kill Shelter

You probably know Italy as a country famous for its art, history, and cuisine. But what if we told you that this stunning place also has a dark and bizarre side to it? We’re talking about destinations so unique that they can even leave the most seasoned travelers in awe. From eerie witch villages to ancient mysteries — Italy’s weirdest places offer unforgettable experiences that go beyond the usual tourist attractions. So, if you feel the itch to explore this gorgeous place, but you don’t want to do it in the touristy way — here are the weirdest places in Italy that you should add to your bucket list.

The Weirdest Places in Italy That Will Leave You in Awe

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	Madrid-based Latido Films has boarded Andalusian Sandra Romero’s “As Silence Passes By,” taking international sales rights to one of the most awaited Spanish debuts of 2024.San Sebastian Unveils New Directors Strand, With New Pic From 'Sound of Silence' Director Michael Tyburski 




	Written by Romero, her first feature was announced last week as one of a first 10 titles confirmed for San Sebastian’s New Directors competition, its most impactful sidebar. 




	Chloe Zhao’s “Nomadland” “straddles the border between fact and fiction, enlisting real people to play poetically embellished versions of themselves in order to reach a deeper truth,” said a Variety review.




	“As Silence Passes By” takes...

Latido Swoops on San Sebastian Premiere ‘As Silence Passes By,’ One of Spain’s Awaited Feature Debuts of 2024 (EXCLUSIVE)

Anjunadeep will be landing in London this summer with another edition of its open-air celebration, to be held at Finsbury Park on August 4th, 2024. This year will see a very special ‘deep set’ from the label founders Above & Beyond, alongside some of the imprint’s regular guests including CRi (DJ Set), Eli & Fur, HANA, James Grant & Jody Wisternoff, Chris Luno, Ezequiel Arias, My Friend, Molø, and Romain Garcia.

Anjunadeep prepares for its open-air event in London

Many people choose France, one of the best countries in the world for cuisine, as their vacation destination due to the quality of the food. However, if you want to have authentic restaurant experiences while traveling abroad and eat like a local instead of a tourist, you need to understand the role that cuisine plays in French culture. To fit in, you must engage with your food — and fellow diners.

Unspoken Rules To Dine Like A Local While You're In France

Though she just released her first single last month, Indigenous singer Tia Wood has been steadily gaining fans since early 2020. The 25-year-old first amassed a following on TikTok, where she often champions her Cree and Salish heritage through songs on the app (she has more than two million followers). Now, she’s ready to bring her unique sound to the mainstream music scene with the release of two new tracks: “Dirt Roads” and “Losing Game”—her first singles since officially signing with Sony Music last year. “It’s been really relieving to finally pour a piece of my heart out into the world after keeping people waiting for so long,” Wood tells Vogue. “I’m so thankful for all the love and support we’ve been getting on these first two tracks. Little Tia cannot believe it still!”

You Need to Know Tia Wood, a Stylish Native Singer on the Rise

London is absolutely chock full of iconic memorials. We’ve got the Cenotaph, Nelson’s Column, and even seven statues of a random Tory politician. But one 152-year-old memorial is currently causing controversy, being labelled as ‘offensive’ for ‘showing a Victorian view of the world’. The...

Why is London’s 150-year-old Albert Memorial now so controversial?

NewsBreak

A Royal Night Out: Inside the Monaco Red Cross’s 75th-Anniversary Gala

Friday night in Monaco saw one of the principality’s annual charity galas, the Croix-Rouge Monégasque (Red Cross Monaco), roll out—and because it’s Monte Carlo, it was...

A Royal Night Out: Inside the Monaco Red Cross’s 75th-Anniversary Gala

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