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Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Taylor Swift Debuted Reputation TV on The Handmaid's Tale —and Swifties Think It's a Rebuke of Donald Trump
Getty Well, well, well. After years of speculation, it looks like Taylor Swift's Reputation rerecording is finally on its way. There was little pomp, and even less circumstance, to mark the occasion of Reputation (Taylor's Version)'s first single—at least compared to past announcements—but we'll take what we can get. On May 19, eight years after Reputation, Swift's sixth studio album, debuted, the first single from the rerecording was featured in an episode of Hulu's The Handmaid's Tale. 'Look What You Made Me Do' (Taylor's Version) immediately sent Swifties into a frenzy—and not just because the long wait for Rep TV appears to be over. Some Swifties believe the 35-year-old masterminded the release as a direct response to President Donald Trump, who said last week, for some reason, that the superstar was 'no longer hot.' Trump took credit for what he called the singer's dip in popularity, after he said 'I hate Taylor Swift' on social media back in 2024; the diss came after she endorsed his opponent, Vice President Kamala Harris, for president. Super Bowl 2025 Why Taylor Swift Getting Booed at the Super Bowl Was Even More Chilling Than You Think From my seat at Super Bowl LIX, the crowd's disparate reactions to Swift and Trump felt like a chilling microcosm of our culture. The collective freakout over 'LWYMMD' TV discredits Trump's theory of Swift's declining hotness, but there's more to it than that, according to some fans. The Handmaid's Tale, starring Elisabeth Moss, is a show about a near-future dystopia where women are stripped of their rights and essentially reduced to nothing more than human incubators. The show is especially poignant as several states have effectively banned abortions. In fact, in the case of a woman in Georgia who is braindead but being kept alive to carry her fetus to term despite her family's protests, real life is mirroring the show with eerie accuracy. Since he was first elected to office in 2016, women have donned the white bonnets and red cloaks worn by the handmaids in the show as a form of protest; could Swift's decision to lend her voice, specifically in a scene where the handmaids are staging an uprising, be her own metaphorical red cloak costume? Swift hasn't yet commented on the feature, or on the exact release date for Rep TV. However, Moss, who is also an executive producer on The Handmaid's Tale, told Billboard that the song could not have been a more perfect fit for the scene in question. "I've been wanting to use a Taylor song for many years on the show, and we finally found the perfect spot for a track from her, and I'm so glad we waited because there could not be a more perfect song for a more perfect moment,' Moss said. 'Taylor has been such an inspiration to me personally. As a Swiftie myself, and I think I can speak for [co-star] Yvonne [Strahovski] and our entire cast as well, who are all Swifties, it's such an honor to be able to use her music in the final episodes of our show.' Choosing a rerecording, as opposed to one of her newer songs, feels on-brand for the show's feminist themes too. For the uninitiated: Taylor Swift made the decision to rerecord her first six albums after Scooter Braun, a former talent manager best known for discovering Justin Bieber, purchased her original masters in 2019. Swift says she was not consulted about the sale, and that she would have liked to have had the opportunity to purchase them herself. She eventually chose to rerecord the songs, so she would own the masters. When will we get Taylor Swift's Reputation rerecording in full? We don't have that info yet, but watch this space. Originally Appeared on Glamour
Scottish Sun
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Parents left concerned after mum-to-be shares potential baby name list and one sounds like ‘rash medicine' says trolls
Plus, the other unique names parents admitted to almost using OH BABY Parents left concerned after mum-to-be shares potential baby name list and one sounds like 'rash medicine' says trolls THERE'S a lot of pressure that comes with picking the perfect baby name. Do you play it safe and go down the traditional route? Or really push the boat out and pick something unique? 2 Picking the perfect baby name can be easier said than done Credit: Getty 2 Parents shared some of the more unique names they loved Credit: Getty Well, as more and more parents are opting for unusual baby names, some are even taking ordinary names and putting their own spin on them but changing the spelling. One woman rounded up some of the worst names parents admitted to almost choosing for their little ones . Taking to Reddit, the mum wrote: "For our third baby, I really loved Brindley, but we ended up naming her Layklynn (Lake-Lynn). "Who else had other names that they loved but ended up going with a different name?" That's when parents chimed in with some of their more unique options, which included: Odysea Arwen, Ivyona Rain Galadriel, Evieauna Rain, Alicyn and Klovur. Not everyone was wowed by some of the potential baby names, and some even slammed the parents for considering them in the first place. One commented: As an Allison, a name with many acceptable spellings, I'm offended by Alycin." A second added: "Brindley is too close to Brindle, which is a colour pattern in certain dogs' fur." Meanwhile, someone else chimed in: "You have to be kidding. "Alycin sounds like a medicine prescribed to cure some type of rash." Channel 4 star horrifies fans as she reveals 'truly awful' baby names ahead of birth of second child And another else agreed: "Yeah, has an 'antifungal' ring to it". Not everyone saw the funny side of things though, as some Reddit users slammed the parents for not taking naming their little ones more seriously. "These people are so unaware of what they are doing to their kid. "They will have their names mispronounced at every possible turn, misspelt, and will constantly have to spell it out. "You just gave your kid a massive lifelong headache." Somebody replied: "And a red flag on resumes". While someone else added: "Ngl Arwen does sound quite nice and is easily spelt enough to not make it weird when spelling. Ok so people who know LOTR (Lord of the Rings) will know their parents are nerds but blimey it's not as bad as some of them". However, someone else noted that one of the names, Arwen, is in fact a Welsh name meaning "muse, inspiration, or very beautiful." The Reddit post even inspired other parents to share more names they didn't end up using. One mum said: "If our twins had been girls, one of them would have been Sadhbh. "It's an old Irish name that I've always loved and happens to be gaining popularity in recent years."
The Irish Sun
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Parents left concerned after mum-to-be shares potential baby name list and one sounds like ‘rash medicine' says trolls
THERE'S a lot of pressure that comes with picking the perfect baby name. Do you play it safe and go down the traditional route? Or really push the boat out and pick something unique? 2 Picking the perfect baby name can be easier said than done Credit: Getty 2 Parents shared some of the more unique names they loved Credit: Getty Well, as more and more parents are opting for unusual baby names, some are even taking ordinary names and putting their own spin on them but changing the spelling. One woman rounded up some of the worst names parents admitted to almost choosing for their little ones . T aking to Reddit , the mum wrote: "For our third baby, I really loved Brindley, but we ended up naming her Layklynn (Lake-Lynn). " Who else had other names that they loved but ended up going with a different name?" READ MORE ON BABY NAMES That's when parents chimed in with some of their more unique options, which included: Odysea Arwen, Ivyona Rain Galadriel, Evieauna Rain, Alicyn and Klovur. Not everyone was wowed by some of the One commented: As an Allison, a name with many acceptable spellings, I'm offended by Alycin." A second added: "Brindley is too close to Brindle, which is a colour pattern in certain dogs ' fur." Most read in Fabulous Meanwhile, someone else chimed in: "You have to be kidding. "Alycin sounds like a medicine prescribed to cure some type of rash." Channel 4 star horrifies fans as she reveals 'truly awful' baby names ahead of birth of second child And another else agreed: "Yeah, has an 'antifungal' ring to it". Not everyone saw the funny side of things though, as some Reddit users slammed the parents for not taking naming their little ones more seriously. "These people are so unaware of what they are doing to their kid. "They will have their names mispronounced at every possible turn, misspelt, and will constantly have to spell it out. "You just gave your kid a massive lifelong headache." Somebody replied: "And a red flag on resumes". While someone else added: "Ngl Arwen does sound quite nice and is easily spelt enough to not make it However, someone else noted that one of the names, Arwen, is in fact a Welsh name meaning "muse, inspiration, or very beautiful." The Reddit post even inspired other parents to share more names they didn't end up using. One mum said: "If our twins had been girls, one of them would have been Sadhbh. "It's an old Irish name that I've always loved and happens to be gaining popularity in recent years." Are Unique Baby Names Worth The Hassle? YOU may think having a unique name helps you to stand out, but is it all it's cracked up to be? Fabulous' Deputy Editor When I was a child, all I wanted was one of those personalised keyrings with my name on it. But no joy, the closest I could find was Rosie, Joseph (not great for a little girl) and Joanne. Josie is short for Josephine, which is a French name, and I managed to reach my 20s without ever meeting anyone who shared it. When I try to introduce myself to people, I get all sorts of random things - like Tracey and Stacey - which can be pretty annoying. Although I have come into contact with a couple of Josies over the last year - there seems to be a few of us around my age - it's still a much rarer name than most of my friends have. On the whole I don't mind it, at least it's not rude or crazily spelt. And it means I can get away with 'doing a Cheryl' and just referring to myself as Josie. I'm getting married this year and some friends are shocked that I'm changing my surname, as it's not seen as very cool or feminist to do so these days, but I explain to them that I'm not that attached to Griffiths as I'd always just say 'hi it's Josie' when ringing a mate up. I think it's nice to be unique and I'll definitely try and replicate this when naming my own kids. It's the rude names you've got to watch out for, so after nine years as a lifestyle journalist I'll definitely be avoiding those.
The Irish Sun
11-05-2025
- General
- The Irish Sun
I jet washed my patio but it still looked dirty – luckily gardening gurus shared a 55p hack with ‘no scrubbing involved'
IS your patio covered in stubborn black spots that just won't shift? And have you splashed loads of cash on a posh 3 If your patio is covered in black spots, we've got just the thing for you Credit: Reddit 3 Cleaning gurus are raving about a cheap hack that will get your patio sparkling - and you won't need to scrub Credit: Reddit 3 Numerous users suggested using cheap supermarket bleach Credit: Getty Well, with spring officially in full swing and the weather heating up, if you're on a mission to give your One anonymous user was left scratching his head when he As a result, the man took to social media, desperate for advice on how to get his outside space sparkling. Posting on Reddit, on the Read more garden stories Alongside this, he wrote: 'Concrete patio slabs still look like this after thoroughly power washing. 'Would a liquid patio cleaner help, or do I just need a more powerful power washer?' Luckily for this man, numerous One user suggested: 'Try Patio Magic - dilute and spray on when dry and then let the sunlight do the rest - it's about £10 from Wilko/B&Q. It really does work.' Most read in Fabulous A second recommended: 'Use a mixture of vinegar and Borax. It will look brand new and will not hurt any vegetation in the area. Plus? Will repel any bugs or what not naturally.' Whilst someone else advised: 'Maybe scrub down with a stiff brush first.' Gardening pro reveals savvy £12 hack that can transform your patio - it works like magic and will make sure it's always kept tidy Despite numerous very effective tips and tricks, at the same time, many users suggested using bleach to ensure a One person said: 'I used bleach. Get the cheapest Tesco or Aldi stuff. Gardening tips and hacks How to transform your garden on a How to preserve your favourite flowers at home - Which plants should I be When is the When should I start planting daffodil bulbs? How What colour of Will my 'Spread it quickly but do not scrub it in. Just pour it over the area. Leave it for an hour or two. 'Wash it off with a hose. Key point is not to scrub it.' Another added: 'Use cheap bleach, undiluted. Leave it on.' I used bleach in the end…seems to have worked well Reddit user A third commented: 'Scrubbed mine with a brush and bleach water solution. Can't say if that's the best way to do things but it worked pretty good.' Following the overwhelming advice to use bleach, the user later explained: 'Thanks for replying. I used bleach in the end…seems to have worked well.' If you fancy giving this trick a try, you'll find bleach from as little as 55p from What do the experts say? According to the pros, bleach is a powerful, cheap, and quick way to kill However, users should know that bleach can damage plants, erode grout, and harm certain paving materials like limestone. While bleach is known to be particularly effective at lifting stains around the house, it can cause some issues when used excessively on patio tiles Molly Woodward-Moor Bleach also has strong fumes and can be bad for the environment and your health. Not only this, but Molly Woodward-Moor, creative director at Top 5 Spring Gardening Jobs *If you click a link in this boxout, we may earn affiliate revenue Nick Grey, 1. Clean your garden Make sure to clear away all leaves, soil and plant debris from your patios and flower beds; this creates a healthier environment for new growth, especially as we get into the summer months. 2. Weeding Early Spring is the best time to tackle weeds; if you can introduce some regular weeding into your routine, you can guarantee a tidy garden all year round. 3. Hedge maintenance Spring is the ideal time to tidy up overgrown hedges and shrubs, as regular trimming ensures healthy growth and reduces pest issues. Using a tool like the 4. Composting Starting a compost heap this spring is a pro-active, cost-effective way to harness nutritious soil for your plants and recycle organic waste that will benefit the overall health of your greenery and foliage. 5. Look after your lawn Lawn care is hugely important in assuring your garden stays looking beautiful. Make sure to rake away any excess leaves and trim your grass routinely. 'Bleach is a harsh chemical that can damage natural stone tiles by slowly stripping the surface which can then permanently mark or weaken your tiles. 'And even through porcelain paving tiles are extremely durable, it's still best to avoid using chemical cleaners containing ammonia, bleach or acids, that can slowly fade tile and grout colour. As a result, you should always test a small area first and wear protective clothing when using it. Unlock even more award-winning articles as The Sun launches brand new membership programme - Sun Club
