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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘The worst has already happened, so now I have everything to gain': Meagan Good on love, loss, and empowering women in ‘Forever'
"You just have to open your heart and say, 'The worst has already happened, so now I have everything to gain.' Even if I get hurt again, it'll still be worth it — to live, to experience, to love," says Meagan Good, sharing one of the poignant takeaways she hopes viewers embrace from her Lifetime movie, Terry McMillan Presents: Forever. In the film, Good portrays Carlie, a resilient police officer, cancer survivor, and single mother of two who finds herself opening up to a second chance at love when she meets Johnnie, played by Taye Diggs. Johnnie, a military veteran. He falls deeply in love with Carlie, helping her rediscover the possibilities of connection and healing. More from GoldDerby 'Eureka Day' playwright Jonathan Spector talks vaccine debates, vicious comment sections, and 'the failure of a utopia' Breakout star Owen Cooper admits 'Adolescence' was 'very out of my comfort zone' Keanu Reeves gets his wings in 'Good Fortune' teaser, Taron Egerton sees 'Smoke,' and today's other top stories For Good, portraying Carlie was both meaningful and deeply personal. "My father was LAPD for 26 years," she shares. "I had recently gone through a divorce myself. I'm in a space now where I really want to be a mother. And then, ultimately, my uncle passed away from cancer." Having recently experienced her own new chapter of love with her husband, Jonathan Majors, Good found herself drawn to Carlie's journey. "I wanted to discover it with her," she explains. "There are parts of her story that I understand so intricately. I wanted to bring it to life in a way that empowers women, makes them feel strong and hopeful, and inspires them to believe in love again. To believe in everything life has to offer in every season — and to embrace it unapologetically." Reuniting with Diggs was also a perk. "I love Taye," Good says. "Taye and I did Kevin Hill years ago. I ended up playing the baby's mom on Kevin Hill when I was 24 years old. He's such a wonderful burst of light and energy — and an incredible actor. To be able to play with him and do all this heavy stuff — it's fun to do that with someone who has a very pure, optimistic, kind of childlike heart. At the same, Taye knows how to decompress and have a little fun." After Carlie recovers from cancer and Johnnie forms a close bond with her daughters, the police officer is fatally shot during a convenience store robbery. "It was shocking!" Good exclaims about reading the script. "I burst out crying. I wasn't expecting that. I'm not even watching this, I'm reading it!" "I just thought, life can often be like that," she continues. "We try to shy away from it because we don't want to think that way — we don't want to be afraid and we don't want to worry about it, but life does often happen in ways that we just don't anticipate. But what's important is, had she not said, 'You know what? I'm just going to try this love thing again,' she wouldn't have had someone to be by her side when she was going through her cancer diagnosis and ultimately beating it. She wouldn't have had the love, which turned out to be the greatest love in her entire life, before she passed." SEE Taye Diggs on getting his groove back in 'Forever': 'This role was very therapeutic for me' Good says her father, a veteran like Johnnie, had his own shocking reaction at the film's premiere. "My dad was in Vietnam," she shares. "After Vietnam he was a police officer. And we don't talk about Vietnam often, but I understood Johnnie's experience, because my dad, with PTSD and things that my mother would tell me — it deeply affected him. The one time I asked him about Vietnam he didn't say anything. He immediately choked up — and I'd never seen my dad cry before." "So, understanding Johnnie's story, I don't know why it didn't occur to me to warn my dad that was going to happen. It surprised him and I felt really bad about that. But I just realized how important it is to tell the truth in a story and to be as honest as possible because there's healing involved in that." Good, who also serves as a co-executive producer on Forever, says she has a clear vision for the kinds of films she wants to bring into the world. Collaborating with Terry McMillan, the acclaimed author of one of her all-time favorite movies, Waiting to Exhale, was an absolute thrill for her. "It was super powerful to see as a child," she recalls. "I grew up in Santa Clarita, where we were one of one Black family until probably junior high. And seeing [Waiting to Exhale], I remember thinking, 'Oh, these are women that look like me who are in all these different phases of life, who have all these different personalities, and different versions of what strength is. They're navigating life experiences that are unique in general to women, but also to women of color.' That film was mind-blowing to me. I had never seen anything like it. It helped shape me as a woman and the way I look at the world." Good also discusses her work on Prime Video's comedy series Harlem, her passion for directing, an upcoming collaboration with Tyler Perry, and her next film titled The Empty Nester. Watch the full video interview above. Terry McMillan Presents: Forever is available on VOD and is expected to air again on Lifetime later this summer. SIGN UP for Gold Derby's free newsletter with latest predictions Best of GoldDerby 'The Better Sister': Jessica Biel and Elizabeth Banks on their 'fun partnership' and the 'satisfying' killer reveal The Making of 'Beast Games': Behind the scenes of Prime Video's record-breaking competition series TV Documentary panel: 'Brats,' 'Chef's Table,' and 'Road Diary: Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band' Click here to read the full article.
Miami Herald
3 days ago
- Business
- Miami Herald
Target expands private label offerings through chef partnership
Dive Brief: Target announced Wednesday it has teamed up with James Beard Award-winning pitmaster Rodney Scott to launch 12 co-branded products for the retailer's Good & Gather Good & Gather Collabs + Rodney Scott collection features barbecue goods such as Carolina-style appetizers, relish, sauces, honey-flavored cornbread and muffin mix, and brown sugar baked collaboration marks Target's second time co-branding food items under its private label line as the retailer works to ramp up its offerings under its grocery brands. Dive Insight: The new collaboration comes at the beginning of the summer merchandising season, when consumers look to retailers for supplies to fuel their cookouts. All of the products under the new collab are under $9, with a majority under $4, Target said. An unspecified number of items under the collab will have a starting price of $2.99 for a limited time, according to the retailer. The items will be sold in stores and online starting June 1. Scott, who grew up in South Carolina, has "perfected the art of whole-hog BBQ" and brings a positive attitude, Target said. Target launched its first Good & Gather Collabs earlier this year with fellow James Beard Award-winning chef and restaurateur Ann Kim. That line featured frozen pizzas and appetizers. Grocery, and especially private label grocery, is playing a key role in Target's summer plans. Earlier this month, Target included grocery items in its plans to add more than 10,000 items to its assortment this summer, with thousands priced below $20. The retailer has also planned in-store seasonal displays, including The Boardwalk Shop, a food and beverage destination featuring seasonal treats such as red, white and blue snacks and limited-time build-your-own s'mores kits. Target has also announced seasonal private label items like beef burger patties and several Favorite Day items, such as tart cherry ice cream, dill pickle pretzel twists and hot chili lime popcorn. Launched in 2019, Good & Gather is Target's top-selling private brand, with more than 2,500 items that are free from artificial flavors, synthetic colors, artificial sweeteners and high fructose corn syrup. Food and beverage was a bright spot in Target's first quarter as nearly all other categories recorded declines in sales during the period. Net and comparable-store sales were down 2.8% and 3.8%, respectively, for the quarter, the retailer reported earlier this month. Copyright 2025 Industry Dive. All rights reserved.
Metro
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
GMB viewers say they've ‘had enough' after latest Peppa Pig interview
Good Morning Britain viewers have taken to social media to declare they're fed up with all the Peppa Pig news. Their fury comes after Peppa Pig and family took part in a chaotic interview with GMB's entertainment correspondent Richard Arnold about their newest addition to the family, Evie. During the interview, which is the first since the birth of Evie, Daddy Pig got a little emotional as he introduced the world to his daughter. Speaking about George and Peppa's introduction to their baby sister, Mummy Pig said: 'Oh, they could hardly contain themselves. 'But they were so gentle and sweet, too. Evie did a little laugh when she saw them, didn't she? Daddy Pig?' Daddy Pig then said with tears in his eyes: 'How could I forget? Sorry, that's me. Off again.' It seems, however, that not everyone is as moved by the Pig family's newest bundle of joy as Daddy. On X a number of people were quite scathing about the report, with @James Abbott01 writing ' Ofcom phones are ringing right now [to] complain is about Peppa Pig on #GMB… I'm being serious viewers are not happy about Good Morning Britain talking to a cartoon'. @InformeOculto meanwhile added 'More Peppa Pig drivel… Who exactly is this for?' @GreyhoundGeezer was similarly dismissive, posting 'Enough with this Peppa Pig nonsense.' 'How pathetic and puerile to keep harping on about bloody Peppa Pig,' added @Ladyjane223. 'This is not news. Embarrassing.' During the same interview, Daddy Pig said: 'It's been a long, tiring and completely amazing few days. 'Everything went well, and Mummy Pig has been incredible. Peppa and George were so excited to meet their new little sister. We're excited to meet her too.' They also spoke about the origin of their daughter's name, opting to go with something from their family history. 'Peppa had more than a few ideas for a while, she just wanted to call her baby forever. But we've decided to name her after my great aunt Evie,' said Mummy Pig. She added: 'I think right now we're just excited to be home, aren't we?' Daddy Pig added that the family is just looking to spend time together: 'George and Peppa are excited to play with Evie.' Just last week Mummy and Daddy Pig spoke about the labour. 'We were very lucky—everything went smoothly, and in eight, um, 'short' hours of labour, Evie was here,' Mummy Pig said about the birth,' they told Hello! 'Mummy Pig was amazing, and she brought our new baby girl into the world. What a miracle that is!', praised Daddy Pig. According to the first official snap of the happy family, Mummy Pig gave birth at 5:34am on May 20 at the Lindo Wing in London, where Kate Middleton welcomed all three of her children. An hour-long special featuring brand-new episodes based around Evie, titled Peppa Meets the Baby, will screen in cinemas globally on May 30. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you.
Politico
3 days ago
- Business
- Politico
Trump effect hits Illinois budget
Presented by Good Wednesday morning, Illinois. This short week feels long. TOP TALKER BUDGET STRESS IS TRENDING: The federal funding cuts and looming tariffs pushed by the Trump administration and Republicans in Congress are trickling down to state budget negotiations in Springfield — and to statehouses across the country. Along with the challenge of making sure spending doesn't exceed expected revenues, states are now trying to prepare to respond to federal cuts to Medicaid and other programs. Noses to the grindstone: 'The governor and his budget team are continuing to meet this week with budgeteers and leaders even as our state grapples with the reality of the Trump economy slowing growth and trade war raising prices,' Matt Hill, spokesman for Gov. JB Pritzker, told Playbook. 'Governor Pritzker will continue prioritizing fiscal responsibility as his proposed budget focused on the long-term fiscal health of the state while maintaining core investments and not raising taxes on working families.' Hill also issued a reminder for lawmakers: 'The governor will only sign a balanced budget that reflects these shared priorities.' Tick tock, doing math: Lawmakers have until Saturday night to nail down a budget. So far, the governor has proposed a $55.2 billion spending plan. But revenues for the 2026 fiscal year that starts July 1 are estimated at $53.4 billion. That's nearly $2 billion short of the state's total budget. That's a drop in the bucket, however, compared to other states. California, for example, has a $12 billion gap (3.72 percent of its total budget). Iowa has a $900 million gap (9.73 percent of its total budget). And Indiana has a $2 billion gap (4.55 percent of its total budget). Point being: Whether they're red states or blue states, they have to be ready for the trickle down of federal cuts, too. RELATED | Illinois budget battle: What Chicago needs from Springfield, by WGN 9's Tahman Bradley and BJ Lutz THE BUZZ IT's AN AD WAR: The Illinois Democratic Party is launching an ad campaign focused on the state's three Republican Congress members who voted on President Donald Trump's 'big, beautiful bill,' which is expected to cut funding to Medicaid, the health-care insurance program that benefits low-income and disabled Americans. The ads target Congress members Mike Bost (IL-12), Mary Miller (IL-15) and Darin LaHood (IL-16), who all voted for the measure. The ads on Facebook and Instagram say: 'Forced to drive hours for health care. Thanks Mary Miller' (or Bost or LaHood). Here's a preview If you are Darin LaHood, Playbook would like to hear from you! Email: skapos@ WHERE'S JB At the Illinois State Library at 2:30 p.m. with Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias and Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski to honor former Gov. Jim Edgar, who is also scheduled to be on hand, for the dedication of the Jim Edgar Reading Room WHERE's BRANDON At the Chicago Cultural Center at 9:45 a.m. for an announcement for the Community Development Grant — At Navy Pier North Dock at 11 a.m. for the pier's marina opening — At Northwestern University at 5 p.m. to speak to students Where's Toni At the Cook County Health Professional Building at 9 a.m. to announce the release of the county's first Regional Behavioral Health Strategic Plan Have a tip, suggestion, birthday, new job or a complaint? Email skapos@ MARK YOUR CALENDARS: The Conversation with Dasha Burns arrives on Sunday, June 1 — and we're dropping a first look. Each week on her new podcast, Dasha will sit down with one of the most compelling — and sometimes unexpected — power players in Washington. This isn't just a podcast. It's a new kind of political interview show for a moment when politics feels more personal, more chaotic and more consequential than ever. Catch the video and audio trailer out this morning to see what Dasha's digging into this season. And subscribe to the podcast, wherever you listen or watch. BUSINESS OF POLITICS — NEW TODAY: Cook County Commissioner Donna Miller is forming an exploratory committee to run for Congress in the 2nd Congressional District. Along with two terms on the County Board, Miller has served as board chair of Planned Parenthood of Illinois and its political action committee and was vice president of Illinois Democratic Women and president of Democratic Women of the South Suburbs. She's also advocated for newborn screening for cystic fibrosis and for improving maternal health. Miller received a Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award from President Joe Biden for her work in medical equity and awareness. — In IL-02: Adal Regis, a public policy expert, is out with a statement saying he's been endorsed by CNN contributor Van Jones, Richton Park Village Trustee Alan Banks, and Mickensy Ellis-White, the former chair of the Vermillion County Democratic Party. Regis is running for the congressional seat now held by Congresswoman Robin Kelly, who's running for Senate. — In IL-09: Abughazaleh hiring private security because of Republican rival's comments about 'Hezbollah', by the Daily Herald's Russell Lissau — Obama world loses its shine in a changing, hurting Democratic Party: 'Obama White House and campaign alumni have been setting the course of the Democratic Party for years. After 2024, more Democrats want to see that change,' by NBC's Natasha Korecki, Jonathan Allen and Allan Smith. ILLINOIS' POPE — State Rep. Martin McLaughlin proposes a Pope Leo XIV statue and license plate: 'McLaughlin wants a statue of the new pope at the Illinois statehouse, paid for in part with a commemorative license plate,' by the Sun-Times' George Wiebe. — Pope Leo will address Chicagoans via video at Sox Park celebration: 'The newly installed pope — a White Sox fan — will deliver a 'special video message to the young people of the world' at a Mass and celebration of the pope June 14 at Rate Field,' by the Block Club's Stephen Montemayor. THE STATEWIDES — BUNDLE OF ENERGY: Lawmakers are still hammering out an energy bill. As of Tuesday evening, the bill included a plan to expand battery technology that will store excess solar and wind power. On hold is a plan to regulate data centers, which consume large amounts of water and energy — and could cost rate-payers to keep them running. 'What else goes into the bill is still being worked on,' Sen. Bill Cunningham told Playbook. — Lawmakers pass Anna's Law, which would require additional police training for sexual assault: The bill's sponsor is Sen. Mary Edly-Allen, a Libertyville Democrat. It's named after Anna Williams, who brought the issue of police insensitivity to victims of sexual assault to state lawmakers after her experience with law enforcement officials in 2021, by Capitol News' Jade Aubrey. — Mayor Brandon Johnson urges 'expediency' in addressing CTA fiscal cliff: 'Should the Illinois General Assembly conclude its spring session this weekend without addressing the financial shortfall that looms for the CTA at the end of this year, the issue may then be punted to the fall veto session,' by the Tribune's Jake Sheridan. — As Illinois works protect the Great Lakes from invasive carp, it must reckon with legacy of coal ash pollution, by Juanpablo Ramirez-Franco for the Grist — Alexi Giannoulias: Don't click on fake texts from Illinois DMV with threats about traffic tickets, by the Daily Herald's Marni Pyke — Susana Mendoza has kicked off her Dog Days of Summer campaign featuring dogs available for adoption from shelters around the state. SPOTLIGHT — Sen. Tammy Duckworth heads to Taiwan, Singapore in bid to 'close the deal' for quantum campus: 'Duckworth says her main goal will be to push Foxconn to invest in the soon-to-be-constructed Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park on the city's South Side,' by the Sun-Times' Tina Sfondeles — How the South Works quantum transformation is unfolding: 'The research park aims to attract all the companies, big and small, that think they can crack the code on quantum,' by Crain's John Pletz. CHICAGO — Mayor Johnson fans the flames of his political war against President Trump: 'You have a president that is cutting off medicine and food, a president that is working to erase culture. I mean, you can't make this stuff up. He's doing it in plain sight,' Mayor Brandon Johnson said Tuesday, by the Sun-Times' Fran Spielman. — Wall Street rating agency revises City Hall's financial outlook to 'negative': 'Fitch said the negative outlook is 'driven by a lack of substantial progress procuring permanent, high-impact solutions' to a structural budget gap of $1.12 billion,' by the Sun-Times' Fran Spielman. — As Trump targets foreign enrollment, Chicago's IIT could be hardest hit, by Crain's Brandon Dupré — Violence down over Memorial Day weekend, according to police data, by the Tribune's Carolyn Stein — Chicago Housing Authority selling more land for private development near Chicago Fire training facility, by the Tribune's Lizzie Kane COOK COUNTY AND COLLARS — Chicago Bears' proposed move to Arlington Heights would require complicated approval by local taxing bodies: 'It will require an extensive review by local school districts, a park district, and even, potentially, the Northwest Mosquito Abatement District,' by the Tribune's Robert McCoppin. — An 1846 document signed by President James Polk tells story of DuPage County, by the Daily Herald's Susan Sarkauskas Reader Digest We asked for your go-to summer drink. Retired Judge John Curry: 'Aperol Spritz.' Clem Balanoff: 'Water, it's been around longer than any other drink, but not out of plastic bottles so as to avoid microplastics.' Denise Barreto: 'Tinto de Verano, a delicious Spanish wine spritzer made with red wine and citrus soda — sangria lite.' Peter Creticos: 'Ouzo on the rocks, of course!' Charles Keller: 'Bell's Brewery Two Hearted Ale. Or beer in general.' Kevin Lampe: 'Billy Goat IPA, brewed by Miskatonic Brewing in Darien, Illinois.' Jim Lyons: 'Iced tea. No sugar, no lemon.' Ed Mazur: 'A frosty cold Negra Modelo! Or two!' Linda Shafran: 'Water out of the hose, like I was a kid again.' Rodrigo Sierra: 'Campari and soda with a slice of orange or a large wine glass filled with ice and doused with rosè wine (They call it a 'Swimming Pool' in Aspen.).' Peter Skosey: 'Campari and soda on the patio at the Hummingbird Lounge in New Buffalo.' James Straus: 'A 'Jim & Tonic,' 1/2 Lemonade 1/2 Tonic — like gin and… cuts down on the sugar!' Timothy Thomas: 'Icelandic Glacial Springs water preferably in a glass bottle.' Patricia Ann Watson: 'Black, green, white iced tea, the real stuff, nothing added.' NEXT QUESTION: Who spoke at your college graduation? THE NATIONAL TAKE — Kennedy says Covid vaccines no longer recommended for healthy children, pregnant women, by POLITICO's Sophie Gardner and David Lim — DeWine pitches an alternative to Ramaswamy, by POLITICO's Jonathan Martin — BLM official escorted out of building after DOGE conflict, by POLITICO's Ben Lefebvre — Trump is losing patience with Putin but unsure of his next move, via POLITICO — Trump administration pursues termination of Harvard contracts, by POLITICO's Juan Perez Jr. TRANSITIONS — Paige Wahoff is now an associate in Blank Rome's general litigation practice group. She was a judge advocate in the U.S. Army. EVENTS — Monday at 9 a.m.: A Pride Month flag-raising ceremony at Daley Plaza will include Mayor Brandon Johnson, Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle, Cook County Commissioners Kevin Morrison and Maggie Trevor and MWRD Commissioner Precious Brady-Davis. — June 18: NBC 5's Allison Rosati will be honored by Gilda's Club Chicago at its annual fundraiser. Dr. Leonidas Platanias is the honorary event chair, and Ann and Thom Serafin are event chairs. Details here TRIVIA TUESDAY's ANSWER: Congrats to Kristin DiCenso for correctly answering that Dixon proclaimed Sept. 14, 1941, as Louella Parsons Day, which brought Hollywood celebs Bob Hope, Charles Montgomery, Ann Rutherford and Ronald Reagan to town. TODAY's QUESTION: What Springfield-born professional baseball player spent the twilight of his career working for Secretary of State Jesse White? Email skapos@ HAPPY BIRTHDAY Former Congressman Aaron Schock, political strategist Jayme Odom, entrepreneur Matthew Pritzker, Molson Coors chief comms officer Adam Collins, Plus500US Financial Services HR Administrator Hannah Bartholf, trial attorney Shawn Kasserman, ACCESS Sales Manager Jen Kramer, Illinois Indiana Iowa Fair Contracting Organization's Marcus Jordan and Concept Charter School Network's External Affairs Director Hannah Keller -30-
The Age
4 days ago
- Politics
- The Age
Story Bridge protesters hit back at ‘illegal' claim as dispute heads to court
After mediation last week failed to resolve the issue, a magistrate will on Thursday be asked to decide whether to keep or change the protest's time or location, and whether it should go ahead. In a post on social media, Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner said experts ruled out closing lanes on the Story Bridge for cyclists and pedestrians because the footpaths were about three metres wide on both sides, meaning about six metres would be required to carry the normal volume of pedestrians, cyclists and scooter users. 'The traffic lanes on the bridge are only 3.1 metres wide, and if you add water-filled barriers [required for safety] this would take up at least 0.6 metres and leave only around 2.5 metres available for pedestrians, cyclists and scooter users travelling in both directions,' the post read. 'As a result, two traffic lanes would need to be closed.' Schrinner said closing two of the bridge's six lanes would cause widespread traffic issues on the Riverside Expressway, Inner City Bypass, Wynnum and Gympie roads, and Stanley and Vulture streets. The Space 4 Cycling group has claimed while the footpaths were three metres wide on blueprints, they had been narrowed by the safety railing, and parts of the footpath were between just more than two metres and 2.4 metres wide at several points. They said if one of the 3.1-metre outer lanes was turned into an active travel path, a row of 560mm barriers would leave a 2.54m shared path 'which would be wider than what we have been using for decades'. Good said protesters would comply with any court orders made. In April, cyclists protested by riding across the Story Bridge in one traffic lane, escorted by police cars, on a Saturday, but Good said it 'didn't work – there was no response from council'. 'What we're trying to point out with this protest is how much of a disparate response there is between closing the bridge for one hour for cars versus closing the bridge for months on end, with no end in sight for active transport users,' she said. Loading Just two days after their planned protest, the Story Bridge will be closed to all traffic on Sunday for seven hours – from 4am to 11am – so people can run across it during the Brisbane Marathon. There is no date for when the footpaths will reopen, although Schrinner said the first stage would be footpath repairs, with a potential temporary structure floated, and former users are directed on a lengthy detour via the Kangaroo Point Bridge and busy CBD streets, or a bus or ferry. A business case for the full bridge restoration is not due until 2027. Good said the proposed detour through the city was 'really unsafe' and much longer, and she had heard of two crashes. 'The section along the Riverwalk is pretty narrow at points, there's usually crowds of pedestrians trying to get on and off ferries, trying to go in and out of restaurants – it's just a nightmare to get through,' she said.
