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Times
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Times
You'll never guess what I really like about going on holiday
Mid-July, and we are in the middle of Peak Holiday Season — the six weeks in which everyone at some point will either ask or be asked, 'Do we have any of those aqua-shoe thingies? You know — for rock pools? Look like verruca shame slippers? Smell, inexplicably, like old turnips?' Obviously, no one needs to be reminded of the classic aspects of Holiday Season: no work! Having a lie-in! Consuming up to five pub lunches! And, of course, the big family argument — which always happens on the Tuesday. However, as you age, you start getting into the smaller, more niche aspects of holidaying. Because, by and large, all beach days, pleasant walks and visits to National Trust tearooms are the same. But the Secondary Holidaying Aspects? Well. They're for the Holiday Connoisseur alone. For instance: other people's Netflix habits. If you're hiring a cottage or Airbnb, there's a 50-50 chance the previous occupants forget to log out of their streaming account before leaving. Which allows you, as an ever curious observer of human behaviour, to work as an Algorithm Archaeologist — guessing who was here before you and how their holiday went. The most recurrent is kids' stuff: when you see that Frozen and Frozen 2 have both been watched back to back, you know that the last week saw unceasing, brutal rain. You know it contained multiple attempts to engage an obstreperous four-year-old with the cottage's Buckaroo — which has half the pieces missing — before some exasperated parent sighed, 'OK! I give in! Let's spend our summer holiday watching a sassy snowman! Fine!' Other times, it's more… unexpected. In one villa in Corfu, I discovered the previous occupants were obsessed with Japanese YouTubers. The kind who film, with serene minimalism, their daily routines: sweeping their floors with rustic brooms or slowly preparing enoki mushrooms. Here I sensed a neurodivergent teenager, on holiday under duress, firmly eschewing the horror of a boating day trip — probably to a rock covered in gannets, which are both raucous and unloveable — in favour of sitting at home with a Ribena, watching someone craft miso from scratch. And fair enough. I will skim over the Penrith cottage where Amazon Prime revealed a week containing every single movie made by Guy Ritchie — as it's embarrassing that 'men in their early thirties on a stag weekend' should be so predictable. Then there are the joys of the new area you have travelled to. Simpler people get excited about the mountains, moors or valleys. The more practised holidaymaker, on the other hand, is excited by a far more potent local joy: a small local supermarket. Our own local supermarkets are as familiar to us as our hands, or dogs. Which is why being in someone else's local supermarket feels so… transgressive. Almost like, after 30 years of marriage, sleeping with a new partner. The baskets are a different colour! They sell a vodka called 'Garry'! The washing-up liquid comes out of a mad giant dispenser! The first aisle doesn't have fruit and veg but something weird, like 'magazines and giant lollipops', or 'sunhats and charcoal briquettes'. In smaller, more isolated supermarkets, hardcore grocery nerds can get off on an aspect common to all small supermarkets: the laissez-faire attitude to the true sell-by date of grapes. Those guys are often pushing the envelope so hard, what they're selling is, technically, not 'grapes' but 'a bunch of sultanas'. To eat a deflating brown grape is to taste the true terroir of Bodmin. Finally: The Big Wash. I'm not sure where feminism stands on The Big Wash — it's been slightly distracted by both the trans issue and Sabrina Carpenter. But, without exception, every woman I know over the age of 40 confesses that one of their favourite moments of a holiday is getting home, kicking all the accumulated post out of the way, and putting all the holiday clothes onto a mixed load. 'There's something so satisfying about it!' 'It's like rolling the credits on your holiday: like, 'You having been watching… these shorts! And that T-shirt!' 'If the day's good enough to peg it out afterwards, I consider it the final holiday treat.' Is it unfeminist for a woman to consider laundry 'a final holiday treat'? I don't know any teenagers, or men, who are gagging to chuck a Surf 3-in-1 pod into a load of knickers on 30 degrees. All the not-women seem to spend their first hours home 'catching up on important emails' or ringing the cottage firm to see if the cleaners have found their iPhone charger. It's just the ladies who are ecstatically spot-treating a Piz Buin stain on a pair of pleated culottes. And yet, we are happy. Happy with our niche holiday joys.
Yahoo
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Save the Dates: Mistletoe Murders on the Move, Tubi's Rescued Sci-Fi Show and More
Season 2 of Mistletoe Murders, the Hallmark+ original starring Sarah Drew (Grey's Anatomy) and Peter Mooney (Burden of Truth), actually will premiere on Hallmark Channel this holiday season, the exact date TBA. Episodes will then stream next day on Hallmark+. Watch a sneak peek below, then read on for more: More from TVLine My Life With the Walter Boys: Jackie Makes an Emotional Return to the Ranch in Season 2 Trailer - Watch What to Watch This Week: 60+ Premieres, Finales and More Reasonable Doubt Season 3: Get Fall Premiere Date, First Photos Go undercover and solve local mysteries with Christmas shop owner Emily Lane! 🔍 #MistletoeMurders season one starring @sarahdrew and #PeterMooney is premiering on the Hallmark Channel, and here's a look at season two. #ChristmasInJuly 🎄 — Hallmark Channel (@hallmarkchannel) July 7, 2025 Season 1 of Mistletoe Murders — in which Drew plays a Christmas shop owner who uses 'unique talents from her past life' to solve murders, and Mooney's Detective Sam Wilner helps her out — will make its linear debut on Hallmark Channel ahead of Season 2. In other recently announced scheduling news: * Demascus — the sci-fi comedy that got axed by AMC in January 2023 before it ever saw the light of day — has been 'saved' by Tubi, to premiere Thursday, Aug. 7. Created by Tearrance Arvelle Chisholm (Boomerang), the series follows the title character (Station 19 vet Okieriete Onaodowan) on his 'mission of self-discovery, and the burgeoning field of digital psychiatry that might be the key to defining his truest self.' The cast also includes Janet Hubert (The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air), Caleb Eberhardt (Judas and the Black Messiah), Shakira Ja'nai Paye (Single Drunk Female, black-ish) and Martin Lawrence (in a recurring role). * Alice in Borderland Season 3 hits Netflix Thursday, Sept. 25. Watch a trailer: Want SCOOP on any of the TV shows above? Email InsideLine@ and your question may be answered via Matt's Inside Line! Best of TVLine 'Missing' Shows, Found! Get the Latest on Ahsoka, Monarch, P-Valley, Sugar, Anansi Boys and 25+ Others Yellowjackets Mysteries: An Up-to-Date List of the Series' Biggest Questions (and Answers?) The Emmys' Most Memorable Moments: Laughter, Tears, Historical Wins, 'The Big One' and More
Yahoo
29-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Hallmark's July Movie Slate Features Stars From All My Children, Virgin River and More — See Full Schedule
Hallmark Channel is decking the halls with its Christmas in July programming event, featuring the cable premieres of four movies full of familiar faces. Some of those faces belong to Natalie Hall (All My Children), Alec Santos (Virgin River), Nathan Witte (Charmed), Torrance Coombs (Reign) and Hallmark vet Ashley Newbrough. More from TVLine What to Watch This Week: 35+ Premieres, Finales and More Save the Dates: The Chicken Sisters Season 2, Mom on Netflix and More Jason Bateman Is Jude Law's Scruffy, No-Good Brother in Netflix Restaurant Drama Black Rabbit - Get Release Date As for the movies, we have four installments of the Unwrapping Christmas franchise: Tina's Miracle, about a botched holiday gala; Mia's Prince, the story of a wealthy heir who falls for a small-town accountant; Lily's Destiny, which highlights an unexpected spark between a journalist and a marketing guru; and Olivia's Reunion, which tells the age-old story of getting snowed in with an ex. Check out Hallmark's full July movie lineup below, then drop a comment and tell us what you'll be watching! Premiere Date: Saturday, July 5 at 8/7c Starring: Natalie Hall (All My Children) and Alec Santos (Virgin River) Synopsis: 'Successful gift-wrapping shop owner Tina (Hall) is in charge of planning this year's annual Christmas gala. But things begin to go awry when the gala faces cancellation due to a scrooge-like estate owner (Santos).' Premiere Date: Saturday, July 12 at 8/7c Starring: Kathryn Davis (A Merry Royal Christmas) and Nathan Witte (Charmed) Synopsis: 'Mia (Davis), an accountant at All Wrapped Up, is stunned when local celebrity Beau Cavannagh (Witte), who looks just like her favorite romance novel hero, enters her life. Despite her doubts, Beau, an heir to a wealthy family, proves his feelings for her are real, even as his family disapproves. Mia soon finds herself swept up in a fairytale romance that's straight out of her dreams.' Premiere Date: Saturday, July 19 at 8/7c Starring: Ashley Newbrough (Small Town Christmas) and Torrance Coombs (Reign) Synopsis: 'Lily (Newbrough), the marketing guru of All Wrapped Up, believes the universe guides us to our destiny and it appears that it's guiding her toward a celebrity realtor. However, when she feels an unexpected spark with journalist Sean Whitlock (Coombs) during an interview, her heart starts to question everything. As her chemistry with Sean grows, Lily begins to wonder if he's the true match she's been waiting for all along.' Premiere Date: Saturday, July 26 at 8/7c Starring: Cindy Busby (Heartland) and Jake Epstein (Degrassi: The Next Generation) Synopsis: 'Olivia (Busby), the gift-wrapping expert at All Wrapped Up, makes a delivery to a remote cabin only to find her ex-boyfriend Benjamin (Epstein) on the other side of the door. After the pair have a minor spat, an unexpected storm traps them together. Neither of them is happy to be forced to spend time together. However as talk turns to shared memories, old feelings and warmth begins to resurface, and they are left wondering if it's possible to get it right a second time.' Best of TVLine 'Missing' Shows, Found! Get the Latest on Ahsoka, Monarch, P-Valley, Sugar, Anansi Boys and 25+ Others Yellowjackets Mysteries: An Up-to-Date List of the Series' Biggest Questions (and Answers?) The Emmys' Most Memorable Moments: Laughter, Tears, Historical Wins, 'The Big One' and More
Time of India
17-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Indiana Fever's Caitlin Clark inspired Nike's Kobe 5 Protro drop this holiday season
Indiana Fever's Caitlin Clark is the moment for the WNBA and now, Nike has decided to release their newly designed Kobe 5 Protro shoe, which is inspired by her and her team. It looks stunning. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The shoes look sharp and comfortable and are in the same colors as the team — navy blue, red, and yellow. One good thing? It honors NBA legend Kobe Bryant. The smart shoes are coming out soon during the 2025 holiday season. Caitlin Clark inspired Nike's Kobe 5 Protro set to drop soon Indiana Fever and Indiana Pacers have become one of the top NBA seasons this season, and for Fever, WNBA star Caitlin Clark has become synonymous with brilliance. Now that she's gaining popularity, Nike has decided to release a special basketball shoe that is inspired by Clark's team. The shoe, called Nike Kobe 5 Protro 'Indiana Fever' and is expected to release in 2025, during the Holiday Season. With solid colors like dark navy blue, crimson red and yellow. Interestingly, in 2024, Caitlin Clark did wear the shoe, and the same were shown at a private Nike event in New York. It is a part of Nike's special collection. The stunning shoe's design also has a special tribute for one of NBA's star legends, Kobe Bryant's historic legacy. The show has a snakeskin design. It is expected that the shoe will likely be priced around $190 and it might be showcased in the market from June 30, this year. In a recent game, Indiana Fever managed to beat New York Liberty. Now, Caitlin Clark is back with a bang, as she was away due to a health injury. Aliyan Boston and Kelsey Mitchell also made it big with a solid game, thanks to Clark. Also Read: Clark's return to the basketball court has helped in boosting TV ratings. On Saturday, the said game sought at least 2.2 million viewers, which peaked at least 2.8 million viewers. It has become one of the most watched WNBA games on ABC.
Yahoo
25-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Andrea Bocelli coming to First Horizon Coliseum in Greensboro
GREENSBORO, N.C. (WGHP) — World-renowned opera singer Andrea Bocelli's North American October and December tour dates include a stop in Greensboro, according to a press release from First Horizon Coliseum. Tickets for Bocelli's Oct. 12 concert with the Greensboro Symphony Orchestra at First Coliseum Horizon go on sale on Monday, April 7 at 10 a.m. Bocelli will return to North Carolina this year after several performances in the state in 2024. On Feb. 14, he was joined by students from High Point University for a performance at the Lenovo Center in Raleigh. His 2024 holiday tour included a stop in Charlotte on Oct. 30. According to the press release, the tour will feature performances from Bocelli's extensive repertoire, including music in honor of the Holiday Season, with selections from his recent #1 album 'A Family Christmas' as well as the Deluxe Edition, his uplifting solo album 'Believe' and a selection of arias, his beloved crossover hits, and famed love songs. Bocelli has sold nearly 90 million records worldwide. In addition to having one of the most recognizable voices in the entertainment industry, hosting sold-out area-sized concert events and breaking records live streaming, Bocelli has performed at the Olympic Games, the World Cup and Global Citizen. His accolades include a Golden Globe, seven Classical BRITS, seven World Music Awards and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
