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In a secular society, what counts as heavenly work? In the case of pastry chef Natasha Pickowicz, the black cardamom sticky buns at Flora Bar come to mind—a morning attraction on the menu since the elegant canteen beneath the Met Breuer opened in the fall of 2016. So do her flower-festooned layer cakes, whipped up

YouTube star, Landon Clifford, has tragically died at just 19 years old. His wife, Camryn, shared the heartbreaking news on social media. Landon Clifford, who is best known for his viral videos on the Cam & Fam YouTube channel, is dead. Landon’s wife, Camryn Clifford, who he shared two daughters with, confirmed the 19-year-old’s death on Aug.

Vanessa Bryant and her daughters got some major love from Ciara on Mamba Day 2020, as the singer spent time with the girls to help honor Kobe Bryant on Aug. 24. Ciara made sure that Vanessa Bryant was feeling the love on Aug. 24, which is otherwise known as Mamba Day, in honor of Kobe Bryant.

On Sunday evening, Jacob Blake, a 29-year-old unarmed Black man was shot multiple times in the back by police in Kenosha, WI, with horrific video of the incident going viral and sparking protests against police brutality. As Blake was fighting for his life on Monday, Donald Trump rambled for nearly an hour at the Republican

With a brand new baby boy at home, Artem Chigvintsev just got his old job back as a ‘DWTS’ pro. We have how new mom Nikki Bella feels about him spending so much time away from her and their son. Artem Chigvintsev is on a roll. Less than a month after welcoming his first child

More than anything, the first night of the 2020 Republican National Convention erased whatever nanoscopic doubt may have remained that the GOP is now fully the party of Donald Trump. It has no ideas. Its platform has been replaced by the president’s petty grievances. As they sought to rebut the indictments Democrats offered at their

It took months worth of viewing, but Jennifer Garner and her three kids finally made it through watching every episode of ‘The Office.’ Jen was so emotional by the finale that she was weeping. Bless her heart! Jennifer Garner is just the cutest, proving that she can be so emotionally moved after watching all nine

This post contains spoilers for the finale of I May Destroy You. Revenge is a filthy business. It lurches, it bleeds, it makes a mess of the floorboards. Those who seek it must make monsters of themselves—willing hosts, ready to accept the demon. This is not true for all forms of revenge in all circumstances,

LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers paid tribute to Kobe Bryant during Game 4 of the NBA Playoffs on 8/24 — a date which marks the late Lakers legend’s two jersey numbers. The team wore  ‘Black Mamba’ jerseys in honor of Kobe Day. Kobe Bryant‘s memory lives on through his Los Angeles Lakers team,

Donald Trump opened his first speech of the Republican National Convention today by telling the live crowd chanting the usual “four more years.” “If you want to really drive them crazy, you say 12 more years.” The Washington Post says he was joking. The New York Times calls this a “provocation.” It is—and it isn’t.

Scott Peterson death sentence in the murder of his pregnant wife Laci and their unborn son has been overturned. We’ve got five things to know about the convicted killer. The California Supreme Court has overturned Scott Peterson’s death sentence for the 2002 killing of his 27-year-old wife Laci, who was eight months pregnant with their

Isn’t it ironic, don’t you think, that Kellyanne Conway is resigning to focus on her family at a time when the administration she helped prop up is, in part, responsible for how difficult it is to be a parent right now? Not even ironic in the Morissettian sense, but ironic ironic. It’s just funny, you know.

And baby makes four! ‘Counting On’ star Joy-Anna Duggar gave birth to her second child with husband Austin Forsyth — and it’s a healthy baby girl! Congratulations are in order for Joy-Anna Duggar, 22, who gave birth to a beautiful baby girl! The reality TV star welcomed her second child with husband Austin Forsyth, 26, on

Justin Townes Earle, the son of country rocker Steve Earle, has died at the age of 38. The singer-songwriter’s death was announced by his representatives on Sunday. “It is with tremendous sadness that we inform you of the passing of our son, husband, father and friend Justin,” read the announcement on Earle’s official Facebook page.

The ACLU has now entered into the fray of the legal battle between Britney Spears and her father, Jamie Spears. On August 19, the American Civil Liberties Union tweeted, “People with disabilities have a right to lead self-directed lives and retain their civil rights. If Britney Spears wants to regain her civil liberties and get

Trumpus transformatus! Brendan Gleeson – best known for playing Alastor ‘Mad-Eye’ Moody in the ‘Harry Potter’ films – looks just like Donald Trump in ‘The Comey Rule,’ it’s scary! Forget Voldemort. Brendan Gleeson transforms into someone much scarier in The Comey Rule, the two-night, four-hour event taking place on Sept. 27 and 28 on Showtime.

John Oliver was left feeling a bit unsatisfied by last week’s “unconventional” virtual Democratic National Convention, which sought to position former Vice President Joe Biden as a humane counter to President Donald Trump and as a candidate willing to hear from the other side of the aisle. “In terms of tone, the DNC spent the

You’re not seeing double. When Katie Holmes was spotted out and about in New York City, she was accompanied by her teenage, look-alike daughter, Suri Cruise! Katie Holmes, 41, and her 14-year-old daughter, Suri Cruise, matched perfectly when they were seen on a girls’ day in New York City on Saturday (Aug. 22.) Katie wore

My dad worked for and went to a historically Black college. I was in the barbershop every Saturday. So I was surrounded by Black folks. I went to majority-Black elementary and middle schools, so I was looking at Black inventors, writers, or historical figures from a young age. I became obsessed with Black fashion designers.

Kellyanne Conway’s 15-year-old daughter, Claudia Conway, begged her followers not to send ‘hate’ to her parents & thanked them for the ‘support’ after her mom stepped down from her role at the White House. Kellyanne Conway‘s 15-year-old daughter Claudia Conway has become a social media sensation in recent months after garnering major attention after her

Kellyanne Conway said that it was ‘completely’ her choice to step down from the White House, and intended to spend more time with her ‘beloved children.’ It’s a wrap for Kellyanne Conway at the White House. The 53-year-old confirmed she was stepping away from her role as counselor to President Donald Trump, 74, in a

‘Yellowstone’ will never be the same after the season 3 finale. After a direct hit on the family that includes an explosion and a shoot-out, the fates of all the Duttons are on the line. The Yellowstone season 3 finale is going to change everything. In the opening minutes of the finale, Jamie talks with

While Leonard Cohen’s work was always admired by a certain strata of folkie and lit major, he didn’t exactly tear up the pop charts. In 1991, a number of artists collaborated on a tribute album called I’m Your Fan, each covering a different Cohen track. (R.E.M. was the only household name on there, offering their

Stacey Silva sat down with Darcey’s ex Tom Brooks during the ‘Darcey & Silva’ premiere. HL spoke EXCLUSIVELY with Stacey about why she didn’t tell her twin sister about this right away. Darcey Silva’s ex Tom Brooks made a surprise appearance during the premiere of the 90 Day Fiance spinoff Darcey & Stacey. He sat

Former federal judge Maryanne Trump Barry issued a sharp rebuke of her brother, Donald Trump, in secretly recorded conversations with her niece, shedding light on the tumultuous family dynamic. “Donald is out for Donald, period,” she said. “He has no principles.” Such comments are among the many criticisms that Barry levels in previously unreleased transcripts

Kim Kardashian is continuing to take her law studies ‘extremely seriously’ & intends to keep working with the White House on prison reform, regardless of who is President. Fresh off a family vacation, Kim Kardashian, 39, is is back to studying for her law degree. “Kim is taking her legal studies extremely seriously now that she’s

As Hollywood crosses its fingers and looks toward Tenet as the initial big-budget release of the coronavirus era, exhibitors were able to dip their toes this weekend with the first new title since March, the Russell Crowe action pic Unhinged. As a canary in the Covid mine, Derrick Borte‘s road rage thriller grossed $4 million

Chris Brown acted all proud daddy when he posted a photo of his son Aeko doing something remarkable at only 8 months old! What an amazing moment! Chris Brown, 31, simply left a heart emoji on the latest social media photo of his son Aeko, 8 months, on Sunday, August 23. The “Run It” singer’s

There those within the music industry — artists, especially — who believe technology has devalued music to the point where it’s worth almost nothing. Royalties from the sales of things like compact discs have dropped to almost nothing while streaming pays a pittance of what physical music used to provide. But a lucky few are

White hot! Kylie Jenner was all glammed up as she posed outside of her $36.5 million resort-style mansion in a top & sandals by luxury label Bottega Veneta. Kylie Jenner, 23, is a vision in white! The makeup mogul slayed in her latest Instagram photo, posted to her account on Saturday, Aug. 22. Outside of