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3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
27 Highly Rated Swimsuits You Can Buy On Amazon
A ruffled one-piece swimsuit with lace-up detailing on the back that also helps you adjust the fit for comfort. The bottom cut is a tad cheeky, but many reviewers say it doesn't ride up. A chic bandeau and high-cut bottoms that'll have you feeling like a guest vacationing at the White Lotus — but don't worry, you're just a background character soaking up all the tropical vibes (and not at risk of murder). A fully lined one-piece swimsuit with hollowed-out straps giving it a unique look. The crossover straps offer plenty of support up top, with wire-free removable bra cups that won't poke you in the side, plus full coverage in the bottom. A plunging scoop one-piece offering a simple, classic design fit for any swim-related occasion. FYI, it's high-cut and cheeky, but feels comfortably secure without being suffocating. A bikini set that includes a super cute flouncy top that's not tight or constricting on your chest (yay, adjustable straps!) and high-waisted bottoms that stretch comfortably. A ruched swimdress hiding comfy boyshorts underneath so you're not constantly pulling your suit down to cover your bottom. It'll be our little secret! Or a vintage-inspired swim dress with a cute bow at the center and a slightly more flared fit that gives a nice silhouette without the tight hug at your stomach. It also has shorts underneath! A high-waisted bikini if you're looking for bottoms that come up a bit higher and hug your waist — the thicker, adjustable straps also add to this swimsuit's supportive feel. And both pieces have this gorgeous patterned band tying the whole look together! A bustier-style bikini top with a long-line underwire design that lifts and supports, complete with adjustable, double G-hook straps at the back to lock everything in. It comes in bright colors and darling patterns like cherries and polka dots — a true stunner of a top you can pair with any bottoms. A deeeep-V one-piece if you're not afraid of a little (OK, a lot) of side boob and are ready for your cheeks to get some sun. You're ready for your Baywatch debut! A playful ruffled top bikini that comes with removable adjustable straps, so you have the choice between rocking a truly off-shoulder look or adding in some extra support. Or a ruffle-topped one-piece, also with removable adjustable straps so you have ~options~, though many reviewers say the top stays up just fine without them (depending on your bust size)! A one-shoulder option that's basically begging you to pair it with a flowy maxi skirt and wear it to brunch — the ruffled style is just too cute! A funky layered tankini for breathable stomach coverage with a cute side view of the bra underneath. Perfect for water sports *or* chasing kiddos around the beach, this tankini has a non-underwire bra and a fitted band that holds the bottoms in place. A sporty colorblock bikini that's as bold and vibrant as your personality — and perfect for playing some volleyball or throwing a Frisbee on the beach. A one-shoulder bikini with a fun tie detail at the waist that elevates it from "basic" to "model off-duty vibes." A crisscross side lace-up one-piece that'll have you strutting like a Love Island bombshell entering the villa. A push-up bikini top with underwire support, molded cups, and crisscross strappy back that'll keep you feeling totally supported up top, even while zipping across the water on a Jet Ski. A high-waisted bikini set that doesn't require you to be on a boat off the coast of Bali, sipping on a fruity cocktail while posing for photos — but I'm just saying it would be right at home in that scenario. A ruched monokini with a high neck and peekaboo mesh neckline that's both sexy and supportive — reviewers say it holds everything in place well despite the lack of underwire! A flouncy swim skort that turns your favorite one-piece or bikini top into an adorable outfit you'd be tempted to throw on just to do chores or run errands. The built-in shorts help prevent any painful thigh rubbing while keeping you comfortably covered, if that's what you're looking for. Simple twist-front bottoms made to go with any swim top in your closet, especially for those of us who rock a very different size in bottoms than we do in tops. They're stretchy, a bit cheeky, and will stay firmly in place after that cannonball into the pool. A pair of stretchy drawstring boardshorts you can pull on for a day of swimming and lounging by the water. They dry fast, so you don't even have to change clothes afterward if you're heading elsewhere, and underwear liner is built-in (so you can go commando). Reviewers say they stay put without riding up or squeezing your thighs uncomfortably, even if you have curves! A high-waisted retro number that'll have you feeling like a modern-day Wonder Woman — if she ever took a break from fighting baddies to relax on the beach with a margarita, that is. A V-neck one-piece with cinching at the bust that lets you decide how ~risqué~ you wanna be and a fun cutout underneath — just don't forget to apply sunscreen there! And a scoop-neck monokini giving the illusion of being a two-piece from the front, with lace-up detailing adding some flair in the back. A high-waisted bikini that includes a ruffled smock top you'll *definitely* want to pull out and wear with some denim cutoffs too — it's basically just a cute crop top that happens to be built for water, complete with adjustable straps!
The Star
09-05-2025
- Sport
- The Star
Get some fun and exercise by revisiting childhood games
Pickleball is the current sports rage, not only in Malaysia, but all over the world. A cross between tennis, badminton and ping pong, the game was invented in 1965 in a backyard by three dads from Bainbridge Island, Washington, United States, after they returned home from a golf game and found their families sitting around with nothing to do. Their original purpose was to provide a game that the whole family could play together, but 60 years later, pickleball has now morphed into the fastest-growing sport in the US. I've yet to try the game so I can't comment much except that it looks like a lot of fun. My octogenarian former student tried playing – coaxed by her grandsons – and was raving about it, although she only lasted 15 minutes on court. To have some fun in any team sport, just revisit some of the games you used to play as a child. You don't have to be good, but it'll surely elicit a giggle or two – and perhaps, you might experience a bit of (good) soreness the next day. Not only do they test your agility, coordination and balance, but these sports can also boost your physical and mental health while increasing your social interactions. Here are a few team sports and games you can consider playing once a month to spice up your fitness routine. Playing basketball involves constant movement – running, jumping and quick direction changes – making it an excellent aerobic exercise. It also develops speed, agility and endurance, enhancing your physical fitness. Plus it helps develop essential motor skills and hand-eye coordination. So, find a basketball court and a ball with air in it. First, try a few ball drills, alternating hands each time, then pass the ball to your teammates and shoot hoops. As newbies, limit your play to half a court so that you don't run out of gas too quickly. Due to the fast-paced nature of the sport, playing Ultimate Frisbee can help your cardiovascular fitness in a big way. Many of us have thrown a Frisbee before, although wind aside, it may not have gone in the direction we wanted! Ultimate Frisbee is a fast-paced, non-contact team sport that combines elements of soccer and basketball. The objective is simple: pass and catch the disc down the field to score points in the opposing team's end zone while avoiding turnovers. Players cannot run while holding the disc and they must establish a pivot foot before passing it on to teammates. It's not always easy to throw the disc in the right direction (hence you'll end up laughing), but it must be caught before it hits the ground and possession changes to the other team. To play casually, you don't need a large field, just find an open space in the nearest neighbourhood park. Bet you've never heard of this version of football before, but it's a low-impact variation of the 'beautiful game' that doesn't strain your joints, making it ideal for older people. It's a variation of the real thing, with no running allowed. If you run, the whistle blows and the opposite team gets the ball. There are absolutely no tackles and the ball needs to be kept below head height. And instead of throw-ins when the ball goes out of play, you have kick-ins. The ball is smaller and less bouncy than the standard football. Depending on the speed of your walk, you can still get a good workout. Additionally, by kicking and passing the ball during the game, you maintain your ability to produce power, which tends to decrease as we age. > Hopscotch or 'teng teng' This is my favourite childhood game! There are many versions of hopscotch, but in the classic game, you draw a grid of nine squares and a half circle with a chalk. You throw a marker on the first square and jump over it until you reach the end, then turn around and do the same thing. However, on the return journey, you have to pick up the marker without falling over. If you do, then it's your opponent's turn. The 10th spot, i.e. half circle, is often considered a free space or a rest point. You can usually set both feet down and turn around without worrying about stepping out of bounds. Aiming the marker to land on the correct square, jumping on all the right squares using a single foot or double feet, picking up the marker, etc all work on balance and coordination. Pickleball was designed to be played by people of all ages, and has been spreading fast in Malaysia. If you're around my old age and studied in a Malaysian primary school, you'd surely remember playing 'catching' in school. Similarly, in 'fire and ice', you have to try dodging the catcher (ice), But if he or she touches you, you have to 'freeze' in the exact position you're in at the time, which could mean standing on one foot or another awkward position. You can only start moving again once someone else (fire) taps you to 'melt'. This fun game can go on and on, especially in a vast area and if you're a good runner. The game ends when the catcher has 'frozen' everyone. As adults, we might find the game tiring, although it provides a good cardiovascular (and perhaps balancing) workout. Revathi Murugappan is a certified fitness trainer who tries to battle gravity and continues to dance to express herself artistically and nourish her soul. For more information, email starhealth@ The information contained in this column is for general educational purposes only. Neither The Star nor the author gives any warranty on accuracy, completeness, functionality, usefulness or other assurances as to such information. The Star and the author disclaim all responsibility for any losses, damage to property or personal injury suffered directly or indirectly from reliance on such information.
The Herald Scotland
04-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Herald Scotland
A bitesize showcase of three wildly different plays
Tron Theatre, Glasgow Neil Cooper Four stars Take three plays, each around an hour in length, and all originally commissioned and performed at Glasgow's Oran Mor venue as part of the lunchtime phenomenon that is A Play, a Pie and a Pint. Then put them into the Tron's bijou Changing Room space with a trio of directors and a cast of three in a mini rep season of brand new productions and see what happens. The result in Studio3, an initiative introduced by the Tron's new artistic director Jemima Levick, is a bitesize showcase of wildly different work. Alright Sunshine is a monologue by Isla Cowan that sees police officer Nicky describes her life in a day patrolling Edinburgh's Meadows. As Nicky recounts her observations, her initially chatty portrait takes an increasingly dark turn as a seemingly minor incident over a Frisbee gives way to all too justifiable anger. Dani Heron is magnificent as Nicky in Debbie Hannan's tautly paced production. As she delivers Cowan's words, Heron exposes what women are up against in a world of institutional misogyny, domestic trauma and the very real dangers of life on the street. Read More: Calamity Jane at Festival Theatre, Edinburgh Jocasta review: ferocious production for a Play, a Pie and a Pint Glasgow Film Theatre to celebrate Gene Hackman with mini-season FLEG sees director Dominic Hill revisit Meghan Tyler's wild cartoonish comedy set in Protestant East Belfast on the day the Queen dies. Here, Caroline and Bobby hold court in their red, white and blue bedecked home and garden, one of three very different environments created by designer Kenny Miller. As council employee Tierna attempts to lower all flags to half-mast, Caroline and Bobby defend its honour with exaggerated zeal. Bobby in particular sees his lager soaked fantasies personified as a pole-dancing temptress in a Union Jack mini dress. Jo Freer as Caroline and Kevin Lennon as Bobby strut the stage like a pair of Viz comic grotesques come to life, while Heron doubles up as Tierna and the Fleg with similar abandon. Fruitcake is the new title of Frances Poet's play formerly known as The Prognostications of Mikey Noyce. It charts the awkward reunion between life long friends Holly and Mikey after Mikey calls Holly following several years' silence seeking the return of a Maroon 5 CD. Holly isn't happy, especially as Mikey never showed up for her mum's funeral. But then, Mikey hasn't left the house since before lockdown, since when he has developed all manner of conspiracy theories that he has to tell the world. Levick's own revival of Poet's play taps in to the long term side effects of lockdown and the pains of confinement in a battily manic display of sparring between Freer as Holly and Lennon as Mikey. This s only interrupted by Heron as Cassie, the motor-mouthed old school friend of Holly who might just be able to sort things out. While all three plays could easily stand alone, Studio3 is nevertheless a welcome compendium that sees serious subjects dealt with in a variety of ways that showcases the glorious range of playwriting that exists right now.
Yahoo
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
'The Four Seasons,' adapted from 1981 movie, now on Netflix: Cast, trailer, what to know
Netflix's new dramedy, "The Four Seasons," highlights love and friendship with a star-studded cast. Released on May 1, the show follows six married friends who go on quarterly weekend trips. However, old tensions and new conflicts arise when one couple decides to end their relationship. "The Four Seasons," created by Tina Fey, Lang Fisher, and Tracey Wigfield, is a reimagination of the 1981 movie with the same name. "I've always loved this movie since I was a kid, and I do think that a series like this where you can really just expand things and take your time a little bit more felt like a perfect way to hang out with these characters a little bit longer," Fey told The Hollywood Reporter. Here's what we know about Netflix's "The Four Seasons": The first season of "The Four Seasons," which consists of eight episodes, is now available on Netflix. It premiered on May 1 at 3 a.m. EDT. Episode One: "Lake House" Episode Two: "Garden Party" Episode Three: "Eco Resort" Episode Four: "Beach Bar" Episode Five: "Family Weekend Episode Six: "Ultimate Frisbee" Episode Seven: "Ski Trip" Episode Eight: "Fun" 'The Four Seasons': Tina Fey, Erika Henningsen bring real-life friendship to Netflix show According to USA TODAY TV critic Kelly Lawler, "The Four Seasons" "feels surface-level at best, unfunny and dull at worst," adding that it " is a big miss when it should have been an easy home run." The Guardian says the show is "full of properly funny lines, rooted in properly middle-aged experience. In its comedy and its drama it captures the warm, weary affection for life and each other that only old friends and enduring couples really know." Per The Hollywood Reporter, the miniseries has "some pleasantly sweet moments and some poignant ones, but few of them land with much weight since the characters are so thin." The show has a 100% score on Rotten Tomatoes so far. Tina Fey Steve Carell Colman Domingo Will Forte Kerri Kenney-Silver Marco Calvani Erika Henningsen Taylor Ardrey is a news reporter for USA TODAY. You can reach her at tardrey@ This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Netflix's 'The Four Seasons': Release date, cast, everything to know
Yahoo
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
'The Four Seasons,' adapted from 1981 movie, is on Netflix: Cast, trailer, what to know
Netflix's new dramedy, "The Four Seasons," highlights love and friendship with a star-studded cast. Released on May 1, the show follows six married friends who go on quarterly weekend trips. However, old tensions and new conflicts arise when one couple decides to end their relationship. "The Four Seasons," created by Tina Fey, Lang Fisher, and Tracey Wigfield, is a reimagination of the 1981 movie with the same name. "I've always loved this movie since I was a kid, and I do think that a series like this where you can really just expand things and take your time a little bit more felt like a perfect way to hang out with these characters a little bit longer," Fey told The Hollywood Reporter. Here's what we know about Netflix's "The Four Seasons": The first season of "The Four Seasons," which consists of eight episodes, is now available on Netflix. It premiered on May 1 at 3 a.m. EDT. Episode One: "Lake House" Episode Two: "Garden Party" Episode Three: "Eco Resort" Episode Four: "Beach Bar" Episode Five: "Family Weekend Episode Six: "Ultimate Frisbee" Episode Seven: "Ski Trip" Episode Eight: "Fun" 'The Four Seasons': Tina Fey, Erika Henningsen bring real-life friendship to Netflix show According to USA TODAY TV critic Kelly Lawler, "The Four Seasons" "feels surface-level at best, unfunny and dull at worst," adding that it " is a big miss when it should have been an easy home run." The Guardian says the show is "full of properly funny lines, rooted in properly middle-aged experience. In its comedy and its drama it captures the warm, weary affection for life and each other that only old friends and enduring couples really know." Per The Hollywood Reporter, the miniseries has "some pleasantly sweet moments and some poignant ones, but few of them land with much weight since the characters are so thin." The show has a 100% score on Rotten Tomatoes so far. Tina Fey Steve Carell Colman Domingo Will Forte Kerri Kenney-Silver Marco Calvani Erika Henningsen Taylor Ardrey is a news reporter for USA TODAY. You can reach her at tardrey@ This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Netflix's 'The Four Seasons': Release date, cast, all you need to know
