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iPhone Fold rumors release date, crease, features

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iPhone Fold rumors release date, crease, features


Apple’s long-rumored iPhone Fold has yet to arrive, but the rumor mill still believes it is on the way. Here’s all the latest rumors on release year, the screen, and other features.

While other device manufacturers have embraced the idea of foldable smartphones, such as Samsung’s Galaxy Fold and Galaxy Z Flip ranges, Apple has steered clear of making its own version. All of its iPhones and iPads continue to be solid, flat devices with fixed screens that won’t bend.

That’s not to say that Apple hasn’t been working on one in the background. Development of a foldable iPhone, often referred to as the iPhone Fold, has been speculated about for years, and leaks certainly put forward the idea that Apple’s actually going through with it.

With the very real possibility of a foldable smartphone on the horizon, this is what the rumor mill says to expect from the iPhone Fold, if it actually arrives.

iPhone Fold release schedule

Apple obviously hasn’t hinted at any potential release date for the iPhone Fold, and it won’t until it’s ready to do so. That hasn’t stopped analysts from predicting when they think the model will ship.

When it comes to the iPhone Fold, one of the earliest examples goes back to September 2021, when analyst Ming-Chi Kuo predicted a release by 2024. Obviously, that was a bit optimistic, but more recent speculation offers the same years-away forecasts.

In 2024, those claims insisted that it could arrive by 2027 at the earliest. A plausible timeframe, and one that will take a long time to disprove.

Some of the rumors of a 2027 launch even claim that Apple intended for a late 2026 release, but it got delayed into the following year. Again, this is entirely plausible from a manufacturing standpoint, as Apple can always delay releases for many different reasons.

A February leaker proposed that, based on the current sampling process, manufacturing of the model could start in early 2026. Given Apple’s lengthy production schedules and other rumors, this rumor may lend itself to a 2027 release for the model.

However, ETNews in late February said in its rumor report that some production will begin in the second half of 2025 with a release later in the second half of 2026. This is somewhat earlier than the 2027 predictions, but with such a complicated device, Apple could be more cautious than normal and take more time to fine-tune manufacturing ahead of the release.

Ultimately, no-one really knows when it will be launched, except that there is a consensus that it’s a few years away from becoming a reality.

iPhone Fold display

The main buying reason for the iPhone Fold is to have a flexible display. By having an iPhone that unfolds to a larger screen, users can enjoy more screen space for apps, games, and so on.

However, it’s quite a challenge to create a folding screen that’s reliable for consumers. That sort of work relies on getting assistance from key partners in the supply chain.

Back in April 2022, reports were surfacing that LG Display was working with Apple on the display. However, those reports dealt with it from a standpoint of a foldable iPad or a MacBook OLED display, not an iPhone.

One month later, the reports about the iPhone display started to flood in.


An unfolded iPhone Fold could offer iPad mini-style screen estate

In September of the same year, Apple was reportedly working with LG Display and Samsung Display on screens that won’t crumple. This apparently involved developing hybrid OLED panels that combine the inflexible sections of glass with flexible plastic substrate panels for the bending bits.

This is entirely likely to have happened, as Apple has to work with its key supply chain partners to develop new screens for its products.

The use of both glass and flexible plastic substrates is also highly plausible. The glass elements will provide the usual rigid iPhone display consumers know and love, while the plastic fulfills the bending requirements for a foldable device.

A February 2025 leaker claimed the display for the iPhone Fold could be “comparable to two 6.1-inch iPhones folded together, resulting in a total size of over 12 inches.”

The mathematics of that supposed measurement is somewhat wrong, as it would realistically be a screen size in the ballpark of 7.5 inches, which is similar to the 8.3-inch iPad mini.

That leaker also insisted that the display would be exclusively developed by Samsung, which contradicts the earlier LG Display claims, and a January report that Apple was still working to decide on a foldable display supplier.

The same month, Weibo leaker Digital Chat Station claimed the large folding screen would have a 5.49-inch outer screen to allow it to work like a normal smartphone. The inner screen, to make it look more like an iPad, measures a somewhat realistic 7.74 inches diagonally.

iPhone Fold versus creases

A foldable smartphone has to not only be sturdy for everyday use, but it also has to deal with extra fatigue. The process of folding and unfolding can cause wear on a display, especially in an area where the fold can develop into a crease, which can eventually deteriorate.

Apple, like other folding phone companies, has to design the iPhone Fold to counter this weakness.

Patent speculation from 2022 introduced one concept of a folding iPhone that puts the display on the outside, instead of the screen being on the inside of the fold. This is one way to beat the problem, as the screen doesn’t have to deal with the typically tight radius of an internal fold, and instead has to deal with being permanently exposed to the elements.

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Folding the iPhone Fold could stress the screen with a crease

Analysts have also cottoned on to the external display idea, proposing it as a possibility at least once.

Apple has also considered internal screen fold designs too, but with very complicated hinge mechanisms. The idea was for there to be added supports for the display at its most vulnerable point, so it would be OK for users to press down on flexible sections.

Patents have also proposed the idea of using stretchable displays. However, it seems unlikely for Apple to go down that route for the iPhone Fold for the moment.

An ETNews report from late February 2025 said that Apple’s folding iPhone may not be plagued by a crease at all. A source doubled down on claims Apple was working hard to avoid wrinkles in the display, which can emerge over time.

iPhone Fold or folding iPad

The nature of a folding smartphone is that it will create a larger viewable area when unfolded, if designed like a book rather than a clamshell. That size increase could make it a very large iPhone, or possibly something more.

If the size of the unfolded display is sufficient enough, it could feasibly be considered similar in size to an iPad mini. That could make the iPhone Fold a two-in-one device, switching between a smartphone and a tablet.

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The iPhone Fold could be really compact when folded, compared to an iPad mini

Samsung actually offered a confident prediction that Apple’s first foldable device in 2024 would be a tablet. This was quite believable at the time, due to Samsung being a key display partner for Apple.

Ming-Chi Kuo also offered that a foldable iPad could arrive by 2024, just one year later. But, others at the time insisted that a foldable iPad-style design wasn’t on the way that year, including Ross Young of DSCC.

We at least know that a 2024 launch didn’t happen.

A lot of guesswork

The problem with rumors about a brand new device category from Apple is that there really is no guarantee that any of the rumors are actually correct. Part of this can be down to some fanciful leakers working from iffy data or wanting to make a splash from a big prediction.

However, a lot of it is down to Apple itself. Leaks for new hardware types don’t tend to come out from Apple, but they do tend to solidify and accelerate the closer it gets to actually shipping the hardware.

The problem is that we’re nowhere near that point. We are still in the very early stages, when Apple has yet to solidify its plans properly.

Another issue is the nature of production, and Apple’s long development and production schedules. Each annual upgrade to the iPhone family takes two years to produce, and there can be a lot of changes in those early stages that can impact what happens later.

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The iPhone Fold will be catching up to competitors already offering foldable devices to the public

It’s also so early that no-one can really pin down what the other specifications for the iPhone Fold could be. While it’s likely to be a copying of the premium components inside a Pro-tier iPhone, we can’t say those details with any precision.

A dubious leak from February 2025 from social media sharer Jukanlosreve, formerly TechReve, had a stab at the specs. The list seemingly included a 5,000mAh “3D Stacked” battery cell system, a new ultra-thin Meta Lens front camera, and rear Main and Ultra-Wide cameras.

It would theoretically be 4.6mm when unfolded or 9.2mm when folded, making it thinner than the M4 iPad Pro.

However, the account has a very patchy track record when it comes to leaks. Add in the supposed timeframe for release of 2027, and it becomes quite dubious.

Timeframes and core specifications will remain fluid for the moment. Until Apple gets close to releasing the iPhone Fold, we won’t know what’s actually inside it.



This story originally appeared on Appleinsider

‘These seaside towns are Italy’s best March holiday – flights here are just £14’ | Travel News | Travel

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‘These seaside towns are Italy’s best March holiday – flights here are just £14’ | Travel News | Travel


I visit the Cinque Terre in March every year. (Image: Kris Boratyn)

Traveling off-season has its perks. Fewer crowds, cheaper flights, and a more relaxed atmosphere make it an ideal time to explore destinations that are usually packed with tourists. 

Nowhere is this more true than in Italy, a country that gets hammered by visitors in the summer months. 

But while millions flock to places like Rome, Venice, and Florence in July and August, I’ve found that one of the best times to go is actually March – and for me, there’s no better place to visit than Cinque Terre.

Cinque Terre, which translates to “Five Lands,” is a collection of five stunning seaside villages along the Italian Riviera. 

It’s located in Liguria, in the northwest of Italy, and is famous for its pastel-colored houses, steep cliffs, and breathtaking sea views.

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Monterosso beach

The beach in Monterosso. (Image: Kris Boratyn)

Beach in Monterosso

Monterosso is the only town with a sandy beach. (Image: Kris Boratyn)

Each of the five villages – Monterosso al Mare, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola, and Riomaggiore – has its own charm.

They are all also connected by scenic hiking trails and a convenient train line.

I travel to Cinque Terre every March with my wife, and we love it. The weather is always beautiful, often reaching 18 to 20C, which means I can comfortably walk around in a T-shirt, hoodie, and shorts. 

The best part? It’s quiet. In the summer, these villages are packed with tourists, making it hard to move through the narrow streets or enjoy the views without being surrounded by crowds. But in March, it’s peaceful, allowing us to explore at our own pace.

We usually fly from London Stansted to Genoa, which is my favorite city in Italy.

Monterosso to Vernazza walk

Part of the walk from Monterosso to Vernazza. (Image: Kris Boratyn)

Monterosso to Vernazza trail

The trail from Monterosso to Vernazza is stunning. (Image: Kris Boratyn)

Flights can be found for as little as £14 with Ryanair, and from there, we take a train to Monterosso, one of the five villages. 

The train journey takes about an hour and a half, with tickets costing around £15 one way.

Monterosso is the largest of the five villages and the only one with a proper sandy beach. 

It’s a great place to start, but my favorite part of the trip is the hike from Monterosso to Vernazza. 

The cliffside trail takes around two hours, and while it’s exhausting, the views are absolutely worth it. 

You can see the turquoise waters of the Ligurian Sea, the terraced vineyards, and the colourful houses clinging to the cliffs.

Vernazza

Vernazza coming into view. (Image: Kris Boratyn)

Vernazza

Vernazza is my favourite. (Image: Kris Boratyn)

Vernazza water

The water in all five towns is crystal-clear. (Image: Kris Boratyn)

For those who don’t feel like hiking, there’s always the train, which takes just three minutes between villages. 

But for me, the walk is part of the experience, and in March, it’s even better because the trail is free. During the summer months, you have to pay a small fee to access the paths.

Each of the five villages has something special to offer. Corniglia, perched high above the sea, offers stunning panoramic views. 

Riomaggiore is packed with great restaurants and bars, while Manarola is one of the most photogenic spots in all of Italy.

But my personal favorite is Vernazza. It’s the busiest and most popular of the five, but in March, it’s still relatively quiet. 

The small marina is the perfect spot to sit by the water with a drink and enjoy a plate of fried seafood, a local specialty.

Corniglia

Corniglia is also beautiful. (Image: Kris Boratyn)

Sunset in Cinque Terre

Sunsets in Cinque Terre are breathtaking. (Image: Kris Boratyn)

There’s something magical about watching the sunset over the harbour, with the village’s buildings glowing in the evening light.

Getting around Cinque Terre is easy, thanks to the trains that run every hour between villages. 

The entire route between all five towns can be walked, but it takes around 10 hours, depending on your pace. 

For those short on time, the trains are a great option, as they take just four minutes between each stop.

The whole region feels like stepping back in time. The narrow medieval alleyways, the centuries-old terraces carved into the cliffs, and the historic churches make it a place of incredible beauty. 

Even though modern tourism has changed it, there’s still something timeless about Cinque Terre – especially when you visit outside of peak season.

Every year, when March rolls around, I know exactly where I’ll be heading.



This story originally appeared on Express.co.uk

People ‘forget to die’ on Greek island where locals sip this

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People ‘forget to die’ on Greek island where locals sip this


Bestselling author and healthy living expert Dan Buettner has disclosed the location of a remarkable place on earth where, he claims “people refuse to die” due to its high life expectancy.

Buettner, whose trademarked slogan is ‘Live Better, Longer’, is the brains behind Blue Zone, pinpointing regions worldwide with the healthiest, longest-living individuals. “Through our research of these extraordinary cultures of longevity, we have distilled their lessons for living long, vibrant lives into nine simple practices,” his website proclaims.

Now, Dan has taken to TikTok to delve deeper into one such blue zone – the small Greek island of Ikaria in the Aegean Sea, which despite being settled since around 7000BC, boasts a population of under 9,000.

“Ikaria is probably the most extraordinary blue zone, right off the coast of Türkiye,” Dan stated in a video. “Amazingly here, people suffer about one fifth of the rate of dementia that we do in the United States – they live longer and they stay sharp until the very end.”

Dan also recounted an article he wrote for the New York Times about Stamatis Moriatis, who after moving to the US and being diagnosed with cancer, returned to Ikaria and astonishingly lived for another 35 years.

“That’s just emblematic of the type of things you see here,” he continued, navigating the island’s tranquil streets on foot. So what is the secret to the islanders’ longevity?

“We’re not sure why people here are living longer, but we suspect the herbal teas have something to do with it,” Dan suggested. “They drink rosemary, oregano and sort of a mint tea every day – often in place of coffee.”

He added that residents also live “very independently”, unlike other Greek villages. “People live spread out with their own gardens,” he observed. “They have a fierce sense of independence, and that may explain some of their longevity.”

In response to the video, several TikTok users from the island corroborated Dan’s findings. “I’m from Ikaria,” one person commented. “It might have a lot to do with diet and our more walking based lifestyle. Even my great grandparents walk everywhere despite being 90+ years old.”

Similarly, another shared: “My great grandpa lived to 108, all his teeth, no glasses, no cane, lived independently on fourth floor, hiked every day. Loved milk and tomatoes.”

Those observing from afar also chimed in, with one writing: “It’s beautiful there and the food is much better then the USA. I ate yogurt with honey every morning when I was there. I never eat that at home. They eat very little meat and hardly any sugar. They also have a passion or a hobby. Do light exercise (walking , biking, gardening) every day.”

A second raved: “Ikaria is a tiny paradise on earth, healthy lifestyle, vibrant people and a relaxing vibe, fresh delish food and untouched scenery, what a place!”

And another recalled: “I read something about being close to the ocean and eating wholesome foods grown locally and surrounded by nature increases livelihood.”



This story originally appeared on Express.co.uk

This ‘Dragon Ball’ Movie Is the Saddest Addition to the Anime Franchise

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This ‘Dragon Ball’ Movie Is the Saddest Addition to the Anime Franchise


Originally conceptualized by Japanese manga artist Akira Toriyama (R.I.P.), the world of Dragon Ball and its numerous anime series and theatrical animated films have been going strong for the past 40 years. For American audiences, it all started in 2001 when Cartoon Network aired dubbed episodes of Dragon Ball. A boy with monkey-like abilities named Goku teams up with a girl named Bulma who is trying to find the seven dragon balls. Along the way, they encounter villains (like Emperor Pilaf, the Red Ribbon Army, and King Piccolo) and enter the World Martial Arts Tournament.

Even though the original series ended two years later, fans of the franchise were fortunate enough to see Goku (all grown up this time) in Dragon Ball Z, once again defending Earth from various aliens, androids, and magical creatures. This series was even more popular than the first — DBZ broke online search records and left a permanent footprint on the pop culture fandom. Then came Dragon Ball GT, a surprisingly emotional movie that takes place just before the events in the last episode.

This Movie Takes Place Long After Goku’s Death


Dragon Ball GT


Release Date

1997 – 1996

Network

Fuji TV

Showrunner

Akira Toriyama

Directors

Minoru Okazaki, Mitsuo Hashimoto, Yoshihiro Ueda, Takahiro Imamura, Hidehiko Kadota, Osamu Kasai, Hiroyuki Kakudou, Shigeyasu Yamauchi

Writers

Akira Toriyama


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    Masako Nozawa

    Oob (voice)

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    Yûko Minaguchi

    Uncredited



Even though this alternate universe sequel show is finally finding some solace with Dragon Ball enthusiasts in recent times, this 1996 entry was initially torn apart by critics. IGN, Anime News Network, and DVD Talk are just some of the sources who took part in the negative criticism. Using a plot that was later retooled by Dragon Ball Daima, Goku is accidentally turned into a child by the wish-bearing dragon, Ultimate Shenron. He then goes on various adventures with his granddaughter Pan and friend Trunks to retrieve special Black Star Dragon Balls (before the earth explodes).

They also have to stop numerous antagonists in the process, like an alien parasite named Baby, a resurrected android who has come back from Hell (originally defeated in DBZ), and seven shadow dragons. There was also a little-known special that aired between the last two episodes of GT that put the saddest of realities on the entire Dragon Ball franchise. Let’s take a look at Dragon Ball GT: A Hero’s Legacy. In this movie, all the heroes you once knew are now dead.

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Yes, you heard that right. In a weird twist, this movie’s events take place 100 years after Goku defeats the last shadow dragon. By now, other than Pan, all the popular names like Goku, Vegeta, Krillin, Piccolo, and Yamcha have passed on. One of the very first scenes in A Hero’s Legacy involves following an elderly Pan and her great-great-grandson, Goku Jr., as they pay respects to the fallen Z warriors at their numerous gravesites. To make matters worse, Goku Jr is bullied in school. Upon discovering that he hasn’t fought back, Pan has a heart attack at home and has to be rushed to the hospital. At least Dragon Ball, Dragon Ball Z, or GT had comedic moments. Any sequences within the first 20 minutes or so that don’t involve immense tragedy instead show Goku Jr crying his eyes out.

‘Dragon Ball GT: A Hero’s Legacy’ Is Heartbreaking

The great-great-grandson then goes on a quest to acquire the dragon ball on Mount Paozu because he believes one is needed for a wish and not seven. After getting all his traveling gear stolen from a lying truck driver, one of the bullies (named Puck) from earlier meets him at the stop, and they actually embark together on the trip (because he wants to see if Goku gets eaten by a monster). This is where it starts to feel a little more like Dragon Ball rather than an all-out depressing movie, for a moment, anyway. Goku Jr and Puck get into a tussle with three blue-colored vampires in the forest who are looking to eat the two young men.

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By this point, A Hero’s Legacy does a good job at Puck’s character redemption. He helps Goku numerous times, and their bond becomes stronger, but that’s all for a specific reason. While running away, the duo comes across a walking bridge. Puck walks across just fine, but when Goku is in the middle, the wind picks up, and the ropes begin to snap. Puck tries to save Goku from disaster, but he falls into the darkness below. This sudden death is accompanied by Goku Jr. crying yet again. Now, he ventures solo. It seems like directors Yoshihiro Ueda and Hidehiko Kadota really wanted viewers to be in their feels for this final Dragon Ball prelude story. But wait, the emotions just keep on coming.

Fans Will Remember the Ending of ‘Dragon Ball GT: A Hero’s Legacy’ Forever

Within the last 15 minutes of Dragon Ball GT: A Hero’s Legacy, Goku Jr. finally achieves Super Saiyan form when defending a mama bear and her cub from a huge, relentless demon. This is a satisfying moment, given how much trauma he’s already been through. The fight is given ample time to tease more death and to focus on the youngster’s call to defend. What makes this movie memorable (in the saddest of ways, though) is the haunting ending. After he finds the dragon ball and struggles to understand why Shenron won’t appear, he cries out to the skies, demanding to understand why his wish to heal his grandma won’t come true.

In a scene that will make any Dragon Ball fan weep, the Goku we all know and love appears before our young main character and tells him that his bravery and willingness saved them all before vanishing once more. Pan and Puck whisk over in a helicopter, declaring that they won’t give in that easily, and that’s how A Hero’s Legacy ends. Well, not before one last sight of Goku in the skies. People may have their reasons for not liking Dragon Ball GT, but there is no denying that this movie is the ultimate farewell for fans, young and old. Ancestor Goku seems to not only be talking to his young family member, but also to us when he wishes us good luck with our future. Dragon Ball GT: A Hero’s Legacy plays out exactly as the title says. Our heroes may be gone, but they will never be forgotten. Dragon Ball GT: A Hero’s Legacy is available to rent on Apple TV and Prime Video.



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These 10 Movies From A-List Directors Simply Just Don’t Get Enough Love

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These 10 Movies From A-List Directors Simply Just Don’t Get Enough Love


Some great film directors made two good movies before an amazing third, but many have had longer paths to glory, marked by lesser-known works. Appreciation doesn’t even necessarily guarantee high viewership of titles, and quite a few films by highly acclaimed directors are relatively unknown today. Even viewership isn’t a good criterion for the qualification of an underappreciated film, as Francis Ford Coppola’s The Godfather Part III has been watched by all fans of the franchise, but is criminally underrated because it doesn’t live up to the standard set by the first two films.

Many directors reinvented their careers to make different movies after telling the same story many times, and this gamble has never paid off consistently. Some have done it successfully and found adoration for their different work from their fans. Yet other great directors have made only one horror movie or just one movie in a different genre from the rest of their filmography, or one in each genre before establishing a niche for themselves. Whatever the reason, many A-list directors have some films that don’t get the kind of love they deserve.

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The Killing (1956)

Directed By Stanley Kubrick




The Killing


Release Date

June 6, 1956

Runtime

84 Minutes





Stanley Kubrick’s most famous project is arguably The Shining, which has a hilarious horror movie moment that was supposed to be scary. However, most of his works, which are for the majority in different genres, are well-known and highly acclaimed. He’s praised for his diversity and the masterful grasp he had on filmmaking as a craft, as he seamlessly moved from one style to the other throughout his career.

Probably because it’s the least Kubrick-ian film in its sensibilities, his heist movie The Killing remains drastically underappreciated.

However, probably because it’s the least Kubrick-ian film in its sensibilities, his heist movie The Killing remains drastically underappreciated. Kubrick’s works can be identified by their deliberate pacing, the iconic framing choices he makes, and perfect editing. While the framing techniques Kubrick would later become famous for are missing from The Killing, it’s still a solid heist film with his signature control over cinematic elements that create a carefully planned and told story, as deftly designed as the heist in the film, told through expertly managed non-linear narration.

Directed By Robert Zemeckis



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Release Date

July 11, 1997

Runtime

150 Minutes





Robert Zemeckis is most famous for taking viewers back to the future three times in one of the most entertaining and perfect movie trilogies of all time. Beyond that, Zemeckis’ filmography is filled with cinema about the extremes of technology, made to explore humanity’s relationship with such advancements. Even his latest film, Here, one of 2024’s flops that could become cult hits in the future, explores the applications of a unique technology in the form of a house.

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So, it’s not surprising that Zemeckis tried his hand at an extraterrestrial movie as well. Starring Jodie Foster, the movie Contact explores how people could react to communication from an extraterrestrial entity. It also delves into the thematic conflicts between science and religion that a phenomenon like this would undoubtedly bring up. It’s contemplative, witty, engaging, and entertaining, but unfortunately, it gets overshadowed by Zemeckis’ bigger achievements.

8

Bottle Rocket (1996)

Directed By Wes Anderson



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Bottle Rocket


Release Date

February 21, 1996

Runtime

91 Minutes





It isn’t surprising that the debut films of directors who shot to fame later in their careers are lesser-known or underappreciated. However, such a trend also suggests that viewers aren’t always as inclined to dig up directors’ roots just because they enjoy their work today. That might seem unfair to their craft, as one can gain a much deeper understanding of a filmmaker’s best movies if they know the journey they’ve taken on their way to becoming acclaimed.

Bottle Rocket was Wes Anderson’s directorial debut for a feature film and also his first collaboration with Owen Wilson.

This is why Bottle Rocket is perhaps Wes Anderson’s most underappreciated movie that feels like it deserves more love. Yes, it doesn’t contain the signature symmetrical framing that he’s become most famous for today, but it’s a perfectly good movie as it is. While Bottle Rocket appears less stylized by the standards of Anderson’s present direction, each frame is still meticulously designed. You can notice the classic Wes Anderson traits in the character designs and the feel-good whimsical approach to the storytelling that he would master later in life.

7

The Rainmaker (1997)

Directed By Francis Ford Coppola



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The Rainmaker


Release Date

November 21, 1997

Runtime

135 Minutes





Just before he co-wrote and starred in Good Will Hunting, which won him and Ben Affleck the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay, Matt Damon starred in a lesser-known Francis Ford Coppola movie. It was the first time he worked with the highly renowned director, whose 2007 film Youth Without Youth would mark the second and last time the actor and filmmaker would work together for now.

Based on John Grisham’s 1995 novel of the same name, The Rainmaker follows a Memphis State University Law School graduate played by Damon. He takes on a high-profile case that will test his caliber and requires him to work with a scrappy paralegal played by Danny DeVito. The gripping legal drama follows the adventures of the two as they open up a practice and take on corporate America to help out the family of a terminally ill boy who desperately needs insurance, and is one of Francis Ford Coppola’s best movies.

6

Duel (1971)

Directed By Steven Spielberg



Duel


Duel


Release Date

November 13, 1971

Runtime

74 minutes

Writers

Richard Matheson





It is hard to say what Steven Spielberg’s most famous movie is. Between Jaws, which was followed by one of the worst movie sequels of all time, any of the Indiana Jones movies, E.T., Saving Private Ryan, Schindler’s List, Jurassic Park, Lincoln, The Terminal, and Catch Me If You Can, he has proven time and time again his caliber as a filmmaker. With an illustrious career spanning decades and genres, this man has no niche — he’s great at whatever he does. His repertoire is too diverse now to define concretely what a Steven Spielberg film is.

Yet Duel clearly feels alien to the vibe one would associate with Spielberg. That’s rather understandable, given that it’s the first feature film he directed by himself. An angsty and gory road rage thriller doesn’t sound like Spielberg; yet, it is, and it’s also just as good as any title he’s famous for today. While it’s not similar to Spielberg’s later works in terms of themes explored and tone of narrative, his ability to tell a tight, engaging story in the most energetic way possible shines through brightly in Duel as well.

5

Panic Room (2002)

Directed By David Fincher



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Panic Room


Release Date

March 29, 2002

Runtime

112 minutes

Writers

David Koepp





While Kristen Stewart will remain best known for her breakout role in the Twilight movies, she has been acting since she was eight years old. One of her earliest on-screen roles was beside Jodie Foster at 11 in David Fincher’s most underappreciated movie. Fincher, who’s a great director with a terrible first movie, had already earned himself a fan following with Se7en (1995), and then Fight Club (1999).

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So, why Panic Room gets as overlooked as it does is anyone’s guess. Written by David Koepp, it tells the gripping story of a recently divorced woman and her daughter during a home invasion. The claustrophobic framing, the tight screenplay, the brilliant performances, and the gradual increase in tension and stakes in the movie — there’s no dearth of trademark Fincher traits in Panic Room, which deserves much more recognition than it gets.

4

Hugo (2011)

Directed By Martin Scorsese




Hugo

10/10

Release Date

November 23, 2011

Runtime

126 minutes





While he’s a diverse filmmaker who’s delved into many genres, Martin Scorsese is most famous for his epic biopics and crime films. Exceptions like Shutter Island and Silence do prove that most of his works, irrespective of genre, are appreciated and highly acclaimed. One of the most vocal living filmmakers with his kind of longevity in the industry, Scorsese expresses his love for cinema at every opportunity he gets. Whether or not you’re a film buff, you’ll have seen the famous “Absolute Cinema” quote that’s now become a meme.

Scorsese’s love for the medium is made apparent through the childlike wonder with which the story unfolds.

So, it’s not surprising that among his other biopics of gangsters, boxers, and fraudulent Wall Street brokers, he’ll have made a movie about the man who created fictional cinema. Yes, Hugo, one of Martin Scorsese’s most underrated movies, based on the 2007 book The Invention of Hugo Cabret, features Georges Méliès as a character. While Hugo is a fictional character and the story is fictional, Scorsese’s love for the medium is made apparent through the childlike wonder with which the story unfolds. It feels like a lover letter from him to the director of the first fictional film.

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Big Eyes (2014)

Directed By Tim Burton



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Big Eyes


Release Date

December 25, 2014

Runtime

106 Minutes

Writers

Scott Alexander, Larry Karaszewski





Tim Burton’s love for artistry is also obvious from his filmography, which comprises imaginative and visually striking films. Whimsy is particularly a trademark of his work, from his campy horror comedies to his stop-motion work, like Corpse Bride, which is a great horror movie perfect for a family watch. The tone associated with Burton’s movies is a quirky subversion of dark storytelling techniques, be it horror movies or action movies.

So, even though his love for this aesthetic makes it seem less unlikely, a biopic of Margaret Keane barely sounds like something Tim Burton would have made. That doesn’t, however, justify the lack of appreciation that the movie receives. Not only does it do a beautiful job of exploring the extent of exploitation Keane faced at the hands of her husband, but it’s notably evocative in the moments where she’s depicted painting. A vibrant biopic featuring one of Amy Adams’ most underrated performances, it’s a fantastic film that shouldn’t be overlooked.

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Insomnia (2002)

Directed By Christopher Nolan



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Insomnia

Release Date

May 24, 2002

Runtime

118 Minutes





When it comes to complete filmographies that almost every movie buff has seen, director Christopher Nolan perhaps perches at the top of the list. Entertaining large-scale epic adventures with uniquely satisfying twists in the narrative or the approach to storytelling — there’s a lot to love about Nolan’s work, although his writing of female characters leaves a lot to be desired. It might be an unpopular opinion about such a popular movie, but his Interstellar is highly overrated.

Christopher Nolan himself has said that he believes his most underrated film is Insomnia (via The Nolan Variations).

While his blockbusters made in IMAX and featuring unbelievably captivating cinematography get overhyped, his first studio film remains sadly underappreciated. Starring Robin Williams in a rare serious role opposite Al Pacino, Insomnia tells the story of a detective who is haunted by his guilty conscience. While the story is relatively straightforward for a Christopher Nolan movie, it’s a compelling exploration of the human psyche, and one can see hints of the themes that would define his characters in later movies like Memento and Inception.

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Hard Eight (1996)

Directed By Paul Thomas Anderson



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Hard Eight


Release Date

February 28, 1997

Runtime

102 minutes





Paul Thomas Anderson is maybe the most underrated American director. His name is often unfairly omitted from discussions regarding the best directors of all time despite never making a bad film in a career spanning nearly three decades. So, it’s difficult to say which specific film of his is most underappreciated. The popularity of his most famous title, There Will Be Blood, does show that he isn’t entirely overlooked.

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However, with Inherent Vice, Punch-Drunk Love, Magnolia, The Master, and Boogie Nights, it’s obvious that they all deserve more love. That being said, no Paul Thomas Anderson movie is more underappreciated than his directorial debut feature Hard Eight. It is Anderson’s first film starring Philip Seymour Hoffman, who’d go on to become a regular cast member for the director’s projects. Hard Eight takes an archetypal noir character, played by Philip Baker Hall, puts him in a casino in the 1990s, and patiently watches him unravel. It shouldn’t be this overlooked.



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Grammys 2025 predictions: Who will win, who should win

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In the aftermath of wildfires that devastated much of Southern California this month, the Recording Academy says it has reoriented Sunday’s 67th Grammy Awards around fundraising efforts and a mission to celebrate “the spirit of the city of Los Angeles.”

But of course, there are still awards to hand out: Beyoncé leads the field with 11 nominations, followed by Charli XCX and Post Malone with eight apiece and Billie Eilish and Kendrick Lamar, each of whom has seven. The telecast, set to air live on CBS from Crypto.com Arena, will be hosted by Trevor Noah and will feature performances by Eilish, Sabrina Carpenter, Chappell Roan, Charli XCX, Doechii, Shakira, Stevie Wonder, Brad Paisley, Sheryl Crow and Herbie Hancock, among others.

Here are my predictions for how the night will go down across 11 major categories — which I offer with the caveat that I’ve never seen a Grammys ceremony that didn’t leave me baffled in one way or another.

ALBUM OF THE YEAR

André 3000, “New Blue Sun”
Beyoncé, “Cowboy Carter”
Sabrina Carpenter, “Short n’ Sweet”
Charli XCX, “Brat”
Jacob Collier, “Djesse Vol. 4”
Billie Eilish, “Hit Me Hard and Soft”
Chappell Roan, “The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess”
Taylor Swift, “The Tortured Poets Department”

Facing off for the Grammys’ flagship award for just the second time, Beyoncé and Taylor Swift loom over this category the way they loom over all of pop music. For Swift, a win would extend the record she set in 2024 as the first artist to take album of the year four times; she’d also become the first artist to win back to back since Stevie Wonder half a century ago. For Beyoncé, victory would finally reshape the vexing narrative that for all the Grammys she’s collected — she has the most of anyone in history with 32 — the most prestigious prize remains out of reach for reasons we could spend all day debating. (One bit of historical context to consider: Only three Black women have won album of the year in the Grammys’ six and a half decades.) By rooting “Cowboy Carter” in the kind of hand-played sounds the academy has long valorized, Beyoncé almost seems to be daring the organization to withhold the award for a fifth time. Whatever happens Sunday, the think pieces are coming.

Will win: Beyoncé, “Cowboy Carter”
Should win: Beyoncé, “Cowboy Carter”

RECORD OF THE YEAR

The Beatles, “Now and Then”
Beyoncé, “Texas Hold ’Em”
Sabrina Carpenter, “Espresso”
Charli XCX, “360”
Billie Eilish, “Birds of a Feather”
Kendrick Lamar, “Not Like Us”
Chappell Roan, “Good Luck, Babe!”
Taylor Swift featuring Post Malone, “Fortnight”

With recent wins by Miley Cyrus’ neo-disco “Flowers” and Silk Sonic’s retro-soul “Leave the Door Open,” record of the year can be thought of as a safe space for the expertly crafted throwback. This time the competition seems stiffest between Carpenter’s smash “Espresso,” which looks back to the glittering pop-funk of the early 1980s, and an actual relic: the Beatles’ “Now and Then,” for which Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr and producer Giles Martin employed AI technology to complete a scratchy demo John Lennon laid down not long before his death in 1980. Might Beatles fans’ unquenchable nostalgia — and the fact that none of the band’s classics ever won record of the year — be enough to win? As for “Not Like Us,” which truly was the record of 2024, the odds are against Lamar: Record of the year has gone to a rap song only once, when Childish Gambino took it with “This Is America” in 2019.

Will win: The Beatles, “Now and Then”
Should win: Kendrick Lamar, “Not Like Us”

SONG OF THE YEAR

“A Bar Song (Tipsy),” written by Sean Cook, Jerrel Jones, Joe Kent, Chibueze Collins, Nevin Sastry and Mark Williams (performed by Shaboozey)
“Birds of a Feather,” written by Billie Eilish and Finneas O’Connell (performed by Billie Eilish)
“Die With a Smile,” written by Dernst “D’Mile” Emile II, James Fauntleroy, Lady Gaga, Bruno Mars and Andrew Watt (performed by Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars)
“Fortnight,” written by Jack Antonoff, Post Malone and Taylor Swift (performed by Taylor Swift)
“Good Luck, Babe!,” written by Daniel Nigro, Chappell Roan and Justin Tranter (performed by Chappell Roan)
“Not Like Us,” written by Kendrick Lamar (performed by Kendrick Lamar)
“Please Please Please,” written by Amy Allen, Sabrina Carpenter and Jack Antonoff (performed by Sabrina Carpenter)
“Texas Hold ’Em,” written by Brian Bates, Beyoncé, Atia Boggs, Elizabeth Lowell Boland, Megan Bülow, Nate Ferraro and Raphael Saadiq (performed by Beyoncé)

A songwriter widely acknowledged as the most important of her generation, Swift is nominated for an eighth time for an award she’s somehow never won. (Song of the year recognizes songwriters, while record of the year goes to performers and producers.) Yet “Fortnight” is nobody’s idea of Swift’s masterpiece, especially as compared with the melodic grace and dramatic ingenuity of Roan’s “Good Luck, Babe!,” which has been covered by everyone from Miranda Lambert to the Jonas Brothers. A late surge by Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars’ “Die With a Smile” could keep things competitive.

Will win: “Good Luck, Babe!”
Should win: “Good Luck, Babe!”

BEST NEW ARTIST

Benson Boone
Sabrina Carpenter
Doechii
Khruangbin
Raye
Chappell Roan
Shaboozey
Teddy Swims

Lot of hitmakers here: Three of the acts up for best new artist — Carpenter, Shaboozey and Teddy Swims — scored No. 1 singles last year on Billboard’s Hot 100, while Benson and Roan had songs that made it to the top 5. Yet many insiders agree that best new artist will go either to Carpenter or Roan, each of whom made old-fashioned live performance a crucial part of her story in 2024. You can argue that Roan’s somewhat tortured relationship with fame will work against her — but of course that’s never kept voters from showering Grammys on Eilish.

Will win: Chappell Roan
Should win: Chappell Roan

BEST POP VOCAL ALBUM

Sabrina Carpenter, “Short n’ Sweet”
Billie Eilish, “Hit Me Hard and Soft”
Ariana Grande, “Eternal Sunshine”
Chappell Roan, “The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess”
Taylor Swift, “The Tortured Poets Department”

The last time an LP took this prize without also having been nominated for album of the year was 2019, when Ariana Grande did it with “Sweetener.” Perhaps she’ll repeat that trick? Alternatively, voters might use pop vocal album as a way to recognize Carpenter, whose deep belief in — and sly subversion of — the genre’s fundamentals has made her one of music’s biggest new stars.

Will win: Sabrina Carpenter, “Short n’ Sweet”
Should win: Sabrina Carpenter, “Short n’ Sweet”

BEST RAP ALBUM

J. Cole, “Might Delete Later”
Common & Pete Rock, “The Auditorium, Vol. 1”
Doechii, “Alligator Bites Never Heal”
Eminem, “The Death of Slim Shady (Coup De Grâce)”
Future & Metro Boomin, “We Don’t Trust You”

Historically, rap album has been Eminem’s Grammy to lose, with six career wins on eight nominations (including this one). Yet Doechii seemed to be everywhere last month, drawing eyeballs with viral appearances on NPR’s Tiny Desk and “The Late Show With Stephen Colbert” just as voters were filling out their final ballots. Then again, precisely two women — Lauryn Hill of the Fugees and Cardi B — have won rap album in the category’s three-decade history. (Lamar’s “GNX,” if you’re wondering, came out after this ceremony’s eligibility window had closed.)

Will win: Doechii, “Alligator Bites Never Heal”
Should win: Doechii, “Alligator Bites Never Heal”

BEST COUNTRY ALBUM

Beyoncé, “Cowboy Carter”
Post Malone, “F-1 Trillion”
Kacey Musgraves, “Deeper Well”
Chris Stapleton, “Higher”
Lainey Wilson, “Whirlwind”

Beyoncé wasn’t the only pop star to immerse herself in country music last year. Yet where she chose to work outside the Nashville industry, Post Malone sought out collaborations with the genre’s biggest stars and busiest creatives — a calculation that may well bring him their votes (at least if they don’t go for Stapleton, who’s taken this category three times).

Will win: Chris Stapleton, “Higher”
Should win: Beyoncé, “Cowboy Carter”

BEST ROCK ALBUM

The Black Crowes, “Happiness Bastards”
Fontaines D.C., “Romance”
Green Day, “Saviors”
Idles, “Tangk”
Pearl Jam, “Dark Matter”
The Rolling Stones, “Hackney Diamonds”
Jack White, “No Name”

Grammy voters go back and forth with this award: Sometimes they anoint headstrong youngsters as rock’s great new hope; other times they congratulate wizened oldsters for staying in the game. Given the number of veteran acts in the category this year, the latter scenario seems more likely; in that case, figure that it comes down to Green Day (which already has two rock album trophies) versus Pearl Jam (which has never won the category but which scored three Grammy nods this year). The ’90s, everybody!

Will win: Green Day, “Saviors”
Should win: Green Day, “Saviors”

BEST ALTERNATIVE MUSIC ALBUM

Nick Cave & the Bad Seeds, “Wild God”
Clairo, “Charm”
Kim Gordon, “The Collective”
Brittany Howard, “What Now”
St. Vincent, “All Born Screaming”

Many Grammy watchers expected a showdown here between St. Vincent and Vampire Weekend, both of whom have won alternative music album twice. The academy’s snub of VW’s well-reviewed “Only God Was Above Us” might mean that St. Vincent’s path is now clear — or that voters are determined to shake things up. The latter could benefit Kim Gordon, who was never even nominated during her decades with the hugely influential Sonic Youth, though “Charm” by Gordon’s fellow first-timer Clairo would be my pick.

Will win: St. Vincent, “All Born Screaming”
Should win: Clairo, “Charm”

PRODUCER OF THE YEAR

Alissia
Dernst “D’Mile” Emile II
Ian Fitchuk
Mustard
Daniel Nigro

Speaking of snubs: Despite his involvement with two LPs up for album of the year (“Short n’ Sweet” and “Tortured Poets”), Jack Antonoff was blanked for a producer nod after winning the prize three years in a row. With Antonoff out of the picture, I’d be shocked if academy members don’t give the Grammy to Nigro, who’s known for his close creative partnerships with Roan and Olivia Rodrigo.

Will win: Daniel Nigro
Should win: Daniel Nigro

SONGWRITER OF THE YEAR

Jessi Alexander
Amy Allen
Edgar Barrera
Jessie Jo Dillon
Raye

Barring a rush of support for Raye, Allen would seem to be a lock thanks to her role as Carpenter’s right-hand woman — Allen co-wrote every song on “Short n’ Sweet” — and to her part in “High Road,” a No. 1 country-radio hit by Koe Wetzel and Jessie Murph.

Will win: Amy Allen
Should win: Amy Allen



This story originally appeared on LA Times

Andera Bocelli in Venezuela & More Uplifting Moments in Latin Music

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Andera Bocelli in Venezuela & More Uplifting Moments in Latin Music


From career milestones to new music releases to major announcements and those little important moments, Billboard editors highlight uplifting moments in Latin music. Here’s what happened in the Latin music world this week.

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Andrea Bocelli in Venezuela

On Feb. 22, Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli performed in Venezuela’s Estadio Monumental Simón Bolívar, where Venezuelan singer-songwriter Nella was a special guest. The two shared the stage to sing anthemic songs like “Bésame Mucho” and “Vivo Por Lei.”

“Infinite gratitude,” Nella wrote on Instagram. “This is one of those moments that I will treasure and keep in my heart for the rest of my life. Grateful to everyone who accompanied me and made this day possible.”

Karol G Honors Shakira

Karol G shared an emotional message on her Instagram stories on Friday (Feb. 28), honoring fellow Colombian hitmaker, Shakira. The “Mi Ex Tenía Razón” singer took to social media to express how much Shakira means not just to to her but all of Latin America. “Her songs and her story have represented our country and the Latin industry for decades and it’s inspiring to see her shine like never before, or better yet, shining like always,” Karol wrote. “Sending you a hug from afar, enjoy it all.” Shakira is currently on tour with her Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran trek, recently wrapping up her string of shows in her native Colombia.

‘El Gordy y La Flaca’ Hosts on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

Television hosts Lili Estefan and Raúl de Molina, best known for their show El Gordo y La Flaca, were honored on the Hollywood Walk of Fame Thursday (Feb. 27), where music stars Thalia, Gloria and Emilio Estefan were in attendance.

“Lili is Emilio’s niece by blood,” Gloria began here speech at the ceremony. “I’m so proud of Lili, she always knew who she wanted to be and worked so hard to get there. People always say, ‘Oh, you helped Lili’ but we did nothing. She did this all on her own.”

Mexican star Thalia spoke a few words in honor of her good friend Lili Estefan, saying she is a reference to many Latin women who look up to her. You can watch the entire ceremony here.  

Marco Antonio Solís References Kendrick Lamar

Mexican icon Marco Antonio Solís referenced Kendrick Lamar‘s hit “Not Like Us” during a concert in Argentina. Solís incorporated the 2024 diss track at Estadio Centenario (Resistencia) on Sunday (Feb. 23), and even added Lamar’s viral dance moves from his Super Bowl halftime performance in New Orleans. Solís first danced to the mariachi song “El Celoso,” which then transitioned into “Not Like Us.” It was indeed a fan-favorite moment as the crowd erupted in a roar.

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Carlos Vives’ Sweet Moment at Viña

Colombian star Carlos Vives performed at Viña del Mar on Wednesday (Feb. 26), where he was awarded with Gaviotas de Plata and Oro. One of the most memorable moments from his set was when he serenaded his wife Claudia Elena Vásquez with “Volví a Nacer.” “I want to share with you something very special, this song was composed during a difficult moment of my life,” he prefaced the song. “We all spend difficult nights, but we know that the next day the sun rises. I composed this song for a person at a very special moment and from this song things changed in my life, and I want to dedicate it to everyone because I know that at some point we will all be born again.” The couple shared a passionate kiss to seal his performance.




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Long Island Medium Theresa Caputo’s Most Shocking Readings

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Long Island Medium Theresa Caputo’s Most Shocking Readings


Theresa Caputo is a well-known psychic medium. She first gained fame through her TV show, Long Island Medium, which aired on TLC from 2011 to 2019. In her series, Theresa claimed she could communicate with the dead. Therefore, she began conducting readings for individuals, including celebrities, helping to deliver messages from their deceased loved ones.

Despite criticism from random haters, her show gained popularity quickly, helping Theresa to acquire a large following. She has since written books and appeared on various talk shows to discuss her experiences as a medium. Additionally, Theresa often tours the country, holding live events where she conducts group readings. And now, she has a new series that just debuted on Lifetime, aptly called Theresa Caputo: Raising Spirits.

On Long Island Medium, however, not all readings were equal. During her 14 seasons on the air, Theresa completed several sessions that got us in our feelings. Theresa was spot on, and her words were shocking, as the accuracy scored an 11/10. So let us take this opportunity to reflect on these moments.

Theresa Caputo helped a family connect with their loved one who passed on 9/11

As the daughter of a terminally ill father, this one is equal parts healing and painful to recap. But the bond between a daddy and his little girl is special in some families. In this reading, Theresa popped into a coffee shop only to encounter a skeptic named Emily and her mother, whose loved one desperately wanted to connect.

As Emily explained, she lost her father when she was little. Turning to the mother, Theresa states that her late husband knows of her worries, fixated on whether he suffered during his passing. Theresa then asked if he passed on 9/11, which saw the tears starting to flow from both the mother and her daughter, Emily.

This devoted father worked on the 104th floor of Tower 2. When the first plane hit Tower 1, he phoned his wife, but she was on a call, with no call waiting options. When the mother finally got through, he told her he was okay. He then stated he would talk to her later, but no other calls ever came.

As Theresa explained, even though this wife never got to say goodbye, her late husband heard every word she said that day. Theresa then revealed to Emily that her dad remains by her side. He knows of her trip to Paris, taken almost a decade after his passing. The peace Theresa brought this family was immeasurable, and we know they appreciated this reading.

Theresa Caputo offered hope to a woman whose sister died by suicide

Death by suicide is heartbreaking for all parties involved.

Surprising a broken sister named Kearston, Theresa pulled up to her home in her RV, eager to lend Kearston and her mother a sense of peace. Once she arrived, Theresa connected with their departed loved one, Chrissy. As Kearston cries, she admits that she is angry. Then, Chrissy came through, asking her sister to stop being mad.

After Chrissy passed, Kearston became addicted to reading her journal. But as Theresa explained, Chrissy wants her to toss this private notebook out, as it is holding her back. Theresa then reveals that Chrissy had just stepped forward and kissed Kearston. In doing so, Chrissy also apologized.

But then Theresa asked if Kearston was trying to have a child. Tearing up, she answered yes. Chrissy heard this announcement and said her sister would be a great mom, Theresa said. Immediately, the relief and peace seen in her eyes was evident. This family appreciated this shocking, albeit emotional, reading from Theresa via Chrissy.

Theresa Caputo offers peace to a mother who lost her baby girl

During a group reading on Long Island Medium, Theresa asked the room which person had looked into their loved ones’ eyes after they tragically passed. The cameras then hone in on a teary woman named Bridget. Theresa approached Bridget, asking if she had held her baby girl when she passed away. Barely able to speak, Bridget then nodded as Theresa reminded her that she cradled her girl, telling her all would be okay.

Also growing emotional, Theresa tells Bridget that her “daughter is the happiest” child. Theresa then disclosed that this little girl knows how much her mother worries about her day-to-day dwellings on the other side. Now aged 12, Theresa revealed that this little girl remains with her. And as the woman experienced a silent chill, Theresa knew, telling her this was her daughter’s soul passing through hers.

Now Bridget knows that her stillborn little girl, who looks exactly like her, according to Theresa, is at peace. And peace in the face of a massive loss is priceless.

Emotions overtake Theresa Caputo when her 10-year-old client inquires about his late sister

When Theresa was asked to stop in for a reading with two parents, Renne and Peter, and their 10-year-old son, Matt, she happily obliged. Choking up, Theresa admits that she sees another child, Brooke, and Brooke is speaking to their departed grandparent, AKA the mother of Renne.

Renne smiles through her tears, happy her daughter and mother are together. Then, Theresa acknowledges the song You Are My Sunshine. Right away, her three clients tear up.

Renne pulled out a notecard, revealing they had asked Brooke to acknowledge this song today. Theresa sat stunned, then stated that Brooke thought Matt was the best brother ever. A home video appeared, where we saw a singing and dancing Brooke.

But then Theresa starts sweating. She feels like a blaze caused these deaths. As Renee explains, her daughter and mother passed in a fire. The parents were on vacation, and the children stayed with their grandparents. Matt was present in this fire.

Here, Theresa struggled to speak. Brooke came through, telling Matt she was sorry he had to be there. Theresa also stressed that she saw the grandmother pushing Matt out of the window. Theresa also saw Brooke being held by her grandmother, which is how they were found once help arrived.

The grandmother came through next, asking them to stop feeling guilty. This shocking reading brought life-changing answers to this family on Long Island Medium.

Long Island Medium is streaming on Hulu, TLC, and Discovery +.

TELL US – WHICH READING SHOCKED YOU THE MOST ON LONG ISLAND MEDIUM?



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‘The Real Housewives of the White House’

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‘The Real Housewives of the White House’

Hours after U.S. President Donald Trump’s testy meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in the White House on Friday, February 28, Bill Maher discussed the blow-up on his HBO talk show, Real Time With Bill Maher.

“In World War III news, we’re on the other side now. I don’t know if you’ve heard that,” Maher said in his monologue Friday night. “Zelenskyy was in the Oval Office to discuss the big turnaround that the country has done, where Trump says now he’s the dictator and Ukraine invaded Russia. Interesting. And it devolved into this shouting match, which I’m sure Trump thinks is good TV.”

Maher then played clips of Trump and U.S. Vice President JD Vance berating Zelenskyy in the Oval Office on Friday — with Vance, for one, chiding the Ukrainian president for not showing enough gratitude to the United States.

“The Real Housewives of the White Housewives,” Maher said, reflecting on the real-life drama. “And then, afterwards, there’s a press conference, and a reporter asked Trump, ‘Do you still believe that Zelenskyy is a dictator?’ And Trump said, ‘Did I say that? I can’t believe I said that.’”

Maher quipped: “Also, those tariffs, who ordered those tariffs?”

In comments last week, Trump called Zelenskyy a “dictator without elections,” claimed Zelenskyy was doing a “terrible job,” and suggested Zelenskyy was responsible for Ukraine’s war with Russia, according to The Hill.

And during Friday’s meeting, Trump called Zelenskyy disrespectful and called off the signing of a minerals deal that Trump said would help end the war and repay the U.S. for aid to Ukraine, per the Associated Press. Trump also defended Vladimir Putin, Russia’s president, during the sit-down, according to The New York Times.

Ultimately, though, Maher blames Tesla billionaire-turned-White House senior advisor Elon Musk for the political upheaval. “The problem we have is the man who’s running this country is hell-bent on sowing chaos, and Trump is doing nothing to stop him,” Maher said. “Elon, Elon, come back. Come back to normal, Elon. What the f**** happened?”

Real Time With Bill Maher, Fridays, 10/9c, HBO




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Did You Hear? You Can Get Apple’s MacBook Pro With a Touch Bar for More Than 70% Off.

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Did You Hear? You Can Get Apple’s MacBook Pro With a Touch Bar for More Than 70% Off.


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Whether you’re the boss or a working professional, you can understand the interest in working remotely — flexible hours, less commute time, and a better work-life balance. But remote or hybrid work can only be successful if you have the right tools at your disposal.

One key item is a laptop that packs enough power, battery life, and storage to support your working lifestyle, whether you’re working between the office and home or while digital nomading. You don’t even have to break the bank—grab this refurbished 16-inch MacBook Pro that comes with a Touch Bar, Intel Core i7, and 512GB SSD, now $539.99 (reg. $2,399).

Refurbished devices can be an excellent way to save hundreds of dollars while still getting a high-quality, genuine Apple product. This MacBook Pro was pre-owned and went through a robust refurbishing process, including full cleaning, testing, and inspection, and it’ll arrive in near-mint condition with a minimum of 80% battery health.

Pro-level features for pro performance

Since this is the Pro model, this laptop can support your 20+ Google tabs, demanding applications, and even gaming. Check out what’s included:

Something you might appreciate most about this MacBook Pro is the Touch Bar above the keyboard, which makes it easy to customize the function buttons. There’s also Touch ID for simple fingerprint sign-ins.

If you don’t mind an older model, you can grab this 13.3-inch Apple MacBook Pro with a Touch Bar for $539.99 while inventory is still available.

Apple MacBook Pro 16″ (2019) 2.6GHz Core i7 Touch Bar 16GB RAM 512GB SSD Space Gray (Refurbished)

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