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USA Today
16 hours ago
- Entertainment
- USA Today
'Wednesday,' 'The Bear' and all the TV shows you don't want to miss this summer
'Wednesday,' 'The Bear' and all the TV shows you don't want to miss this summer Show Caption Hide Caption Need a show to binge? These are the must watch shows this summer USA TODAY's TV critic Kelly Lawler breaks down the best TV shows you don't to want to miss this summer Need something to cool you down this summer? How about an ice-cold shot of Wednesday Addams' death glare? The warmest months of the year are typically a time of outdoor fun and frothy beach reads, but spare an eye and an ear for TV this summer, considering all the major series debuting between June and August. This crop of new and returning TV series has everything to help you beat the heat, including sci-fi, Marvel and Lena Dunham cringe for a new generation. You could travel to the frigid vacuum of space via the "Alien" franchise or "Star Trek." You could break out into a cold sweat (instead of a hot one) at the sight of the harrowing final chapter of Netflix's "Squid Game." You'll shiver with embarrassment at Lena Dunham's new comedy "Too Much" or shiver with fear at the horrors of Nevermore Academy in Netflix's "Wednesday." No matter which of these shows you choose to enjoy on your comfy couch with the sweet relief of air-conditioning, you'll be entertained and removed from the risk of sunburn. What more could you ask for on a hot summer's day? Here are seven TV shows worth watching this summer: 'Ironheart' Disney+, (June 24; streaming Tuesdays) Teen genius Riri Williams (Dominique Thorne) was first introduced to Marvel fans in "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever" and now gets her own show as a new kind of Iron Man for a younger crowd. "Ironheart" takes place in Chicago after the events of the film, where Riri's research for her iron suit brings her together with the oh-so-charming Parker Robbins (Anthony Ramos, "In the Heights"), who may have more nefarious intentions and powers than he initially admits. Produced by "Wakanda" director Ryan Coogler, the series also stars Lyric Ross and Alden Ehrenreich ("Solo: A Star Wars Story"). 'The Bear' Hulu (June 25) In a different part of Chicago, we find our motley kitchen crew of everyone's favorite beef-sandwich-joint-turned-gourmet-dining-establishment in Season 4 of FX's "The Bear." Season 3 had more than its fair share of road bumps, both for its characters and its critical reception, but producer Christopher Storer and the extremely talented cast have the opportunity to turn it all around again. The staff of the restaurant, including Jeremy Allen White's Carmy and Ayo Edebiri's Sydney, have only a limited amount of time to turn around the business before their money runs out. We might suggest a more peaceful working environment, but then how much fun would the show be without the chaos? 'Squid Game' Netflix (June 27) Did you finish the second season of Netflix's monster South Korean horror hit "Squid Game" last December with a strong sense that the story just stopped in the middle? The series broke records on the streaming platform when it debuted in 2021, and last year's second season was just as bloody and tragic as the first. It ended on a devastating cliffhanger in which (spoiler alert!) Seong Gi-hun (Lee Jung-jae) led a rebellion that was instantly quashed, and the evil Front Man (Lee Byung-hun) captured him just in time to kill his best friend Jung-bae (Lee Seo-hwan). And then the credits rolled. Fans are expecting resolution of that moment, the return of the wealthy "VIP" spectators of the violent games and answers to the many questions about the whole dystopian setup. 'Too Much' Netflix (July 10) Lena Dunham's latest comedy is, as the kids would say, high "cringe," but in the best way possible. Starring "Hacks" breakout Megan Stalter as a timid and messy TV producer on assignment in London, the comedy uses the best of Dunham's sardonic writing and Stalter's emotional comedic persona in a happy marriage of form and function. With appearances from comedic greats like Rita Wilson, Rhea Perlman and Dunham herself, the series has a cozy, familiar feeling even though it's set in a foreign country. 'Star Trek: Strange New Worlds' Paramount+, (July 17; streaming Thursdays) The best and most fun of Paramount+'s "Star Trek" series is back for a rollicking third season that somehow has to top a second that included a musical episode. But we trust the crew of the USS Enterprise in this prequel featuring young versions of "Trek" favorites Spock (Ethan Peck), Uhura (Celia Rose Gooding), Chapel (Jess Bush) and Kirk (Paul Wesley). Season 3 sees the intrepid explorers donning retro costumes, grappling with the Gorn and even solving a murder mystery. Be on the lookout for more "Trek" Easter eggs and characters, including more of Scotty (Martin Quinn), first seen in the Season 2 finale. And get excited for more than just Season 3: "Strange" has already been renewed for a fourth installment. 'Wednesday' Netflix (in two parts: Aug. 6 and Sept. 3) Without a smile in sight, Wednesday Addams (Jenna Ortega) is all set to return to Nevermore Academy for another year of deadpan wit and solving supernatural mysteries. The blockbuster series, still the most popular English-language show of all time on the streamer, promises more of everything you loved about the first season, with bigger expectations, hype and a Lady Gaga cameo. What more could an Addams girl want? 'Alien: Earth' FX and Hulu (Aug. 12; streaming Tuesdays 8 ET/PT) It's alive, and it's on Earth this time. "Fargo" producer Noah Hawley takes his talents to the "Alien" universe in this creepy series, set on our own planet in the year 2120, in which mega-corporations have invented hybrid humanoid robots with human consciousness amid a race to discover a path to immortality. A group of these hybrids, led by Wendy (Sydney Chandler) makes a distinctly otherworldly discovery after crash landing in Earth's Prodigy City. The sleek and long-gestating series also stars the great Timothy Olyphant and counts original "Alien" director Ridley Scott among its producers.
Vogue
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Vogue
The Wedding Day Fragrances Cool People (Lena! Ayesha! Ben! Paris!) Wore
Should you wear a scent on your wedding day? If you want to remember the day vividly for years to come, consider it. For Lena Dunham, writer, actor, director, producer, and 'nauseous girl' who doesn't 'usually wear perfume,' it was a fragrance oil her friend and makeup artist Amanda Grossman mixed up (interestingly, fashion designer Jackson Wiederhoft suggests a couple of drops of peppermint oil on the neck to stay cool during a summer wedding with a 'lovely' scent as a bonus for those that run hot). And for those that need some comfort, consider your everyday pick: So that he could 'feel as much normalcy as possible so I wouldn't get overwhelmed,' the actor, singer, and songwriter Ben Platt chose his go-to Tom Ford Grey Vetiver eau de parfum. Forever the entrepreneur of our generation, Paris Hilton made her own Love Rush scent for her wedding day, and now she tells Vogue that 'every time I wear it, I'm reminded of the pure bliss I felt.' Paris really has a point! Science says it's true since the regions of the brain that process smells and emotional memories are closely linked. While I write this on my own wedding anniversary, I wish I could pick up a bottle and be wafted back in time. As my sister-in-law texted, 'I think smell is the strongest memory-catcher and can conjure up thoughts so quickly.' Perhaps Guerlain perfumer Delphine Jelk could have bottled the bluebonnets that surrounded us: For her own wedding two decades ago, she designed a fragrance to mirror the 'massive bush of jasmine' she carried down the aisle. 'We had a party until five in the morning,' she remembers smelling the jasmine, sea salt, and musky notes as she danced with her husband all night. 'I wanted this fragrance to last.' Below, artists, entrepreneurs, musicians, and all-around stars share the scents they (and, sometimes, their partners!) really wore—and will never forget. Ayesha Curry, founder of Sweet July, married to Steph Curry 'When I picked Cartier's Baiser Volé for my wedding day, I loved the way the bottle looked, but back then it was my way of feeling luxurious without the Love bracelet price tag! All jokes aside, at that time I wanted to feel super feminine that day and embrace the girly girl side of me that never pops out. This has notes of lilies and orchids, which are uber feminine in nature.' Cartier Baiser Volé Eau de Parfum $188 NORDSTROM Lena Dunham, writer, actor, director, producer, and Vogue contributor, married to Luis Felber 'I don't usually wear perfume—other naturally nauseous girls will get it. Soap, shampoo, laundry detergent, moisturizer, SPF, night cream, texturizing spray—how many smells can one body hold? Plus, everyone else's smells??? But on my wedding day, I was with my longtime makeup artist and friend Amanda Grossman, who was at that point creating her own essential oil mix at home. She smells like heaven–a mix between a really airy spa and a cedar chest, two of my favorite vibes—and as I was hyperventilating (not with fear of marriage, but concern that people wouldn't enjoy the party!) she rolled her magical potion on all my pulse points. It's the only fragrance that grounds me and makes me feel more alert and less anxious (even my mom's longtime perfume, magic on her, somehow is all wrong when I spray it on me.) I was doing a lot of sweating and hugging and even outfit changing, and every single guest commented on the scent—which lasted until the wee hours. Lucky for us, she's finally bottled it: e11even Fragrance.' Ben Platt actor, singer, and songwriter, married to Noah Galvin 'I wore Tom Ford Grey Vetiver, like I do every day! I wanted to feel as much normalcy as possible, so I wouldn't get overwhelmed, so it was comforting to spritz myself the exact same way I have every day for almost a decade.' Tom Ford Grey Vetiver Eau de Parfum $240 NORDSTROM Photo Courtesy of 11 Media Paris Hilton, entrepreneur, philanthropist, recording artist, and DJ, married to Carter Reum 'Love Rush is the most personal fragrance I've created—it was made for my wedding day and holds all the memories of that magical moment. Every time I wear it, I'm reminded of the pure bliss I felt, and being able to share it with the world makes it even more unforgettable.' Paris Hilton Love Rush Eau de Parfum $40 $28 AMAZON Dustin Payseur, founder of Beach Fossils, married to Katie Garcia, owner of Bayonet Records Dustin: 'I wore Incense Avignon by Comme des Garçons. I went to Catholic school as a kid, and the smell of church makes me incredibly nostalgic. With frankincense and myrrh, the smell is smoky and sweet, it's serious and quite romantic. We aren't religious, and we didn't get married in a church, but the smell still felt appropriate. It's timeless.' Katie: 'I wore what was my 'signature' scent at the time, the Marc Jacobs classic perfume, which is now sadly discontinued. I loved that the main note in the perfume was gardenia. It held a lot of sentimental meaning for me. My abuelo Alberto used to care for a huge gardenia bush in his backyard when I was a kid. It felt familiar, and that's probably why I gravitated towards the scent in the first place. My abuelo passed away when I was a kid, so wearing a scent that reminded me of him felt like a nice way to honor his memory on our wedding day.' Comme Des Garcons Parfums Incense Avignon Eau de Toilette $120 SSENSE Batsheva Hay, fashion designer for Batsheva, married to Alexei Hay 'Fragrance is my fave accessory. For my wedding, I wore Une Rose by Frederic Malle [now called Rose Tonnerre]. It's a sexy, bold rose that felt really regal and sumptuous to me on that day. I wore my mother's wedding dress! It was a lace dress she bought in Mexico in the 70s. And I wore my grandmother's lace TABLECLOTH as a veil! Alexei wore Dior Eau Sauvage, which his father always wore. I love that scent so much!' Frédéric Malle Rose Tonnerre Parfum Spray $470 NORDSTROM Dior Eau Sauvage Eau de Toilette $130 DIOR Photo: Amy & Stuart Nina Westbrook, licensed marriage and family therapist, married to Russell Westbrook 'I chose a fragrance called Molecule 01. At the time, it was my first 'real adult' luxury fragrance. Every time I wore it, I got compliments, and I felt special knowing that the fragrance and I had created our own unique scent. It certainly made me feel like I was one of a kind on my special day. My husband and I at the time were obsessed with Barneys. We would spend a lot of our afternoons browsing, shopping, or dining there. Eventually, he went on to create a collaboration with Barneys, so I think it all paid off. One day, I was browsing the bottom level of the store, and a woman working one of the counters approached me and asked me to try this fragrance. It turned out to be Molecule 01. I remember the selling points being that it was a fragrance that was supposed to 'smell different on everyone,' and that it was (at the time) exclusively being sold there. I feel like they were at the forefront of the concept of fragrances that worked with your body's natural chemicals to produce your own unique scent. At least, that was the first time I'd heard of that. I was sold! From that day on, I can remember getting compliments and questions about what fragrance I was wearing, and that made me feel really special. 12 years later, I still wear the same fragrance, though I've added one extra to the rotation.' Molecule 01 Eau de Toilette $150 NORDSTROM Megan Louise, singer of Desire, married to Johnny Jewel 'You know this French girl always wears Chloe. I was wearing my Chloe on my wedding day (11 years ago!). We got married at a notary's office quickly during a 24-hour round trip to Montreal. Johnny had gotten a job in LA, and we had to move to the USA. I was a bit of a 90 Day Fiancé for a minute. I wore an emerald green Sando dress, and his wedding ring was Margela. Jackie was our maid of honor, probably wearing her favorite Gap dress. Johnny has always worn Terre D'Hermes, ever since I met him 17 years ago!' Skye Perryman, President and CEO of Democracy Forward, married to Cole Bucy 'I wore Issey Miyake l'eau d'issey to my wedding. I was initially attracted to it because of its fresh crispness. As I have returned to it many times over the years, the hints of peonies and white roses remind me of being surrounded by my loved ones and, yes, flowers at my wedding almost 20 years ago. I wear a range of scents and am always trying new things, but on difficult days, I still find myself spraying a bit of this scent to ground me in the good times.' Issey Miyake L'Eau d'Issey Eau de Parfum $132 NORDSTROM Maria McManus, founder of her eponymous fashion label, married to Mark Gibson 'I got married in 2007, years before Instagram and the pressure of performative, photo-perfect weddings. My friend made my dress, I did my own hair and makeup, made my own flower bouquet, and wore Chanel Chance, as that was my go-to fragrance at that time. Now I am a devout wearer of Frama's Beratan.' Lais Ribeiro, model, married to Joakim Noah 'I wore Costa Brazil Aroma. The scent reminds me so much of Brazil. When I wear it, I can just close my eyes and feel the fresh smells of Rio de Janeiro in the summer. Joakim wore Jean Paul Gaultier. Since I met him, he has never wanted to change cologne.' Costa Brazil Aroma Eau de Parfum $198 BLUE MERCURY Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male Eau de Toilette $98 SEPHORA Jonathan Simkhai, fashion designer for Simkhai, married to TJ Allers 'For our wedding, I layered Molecule 01 and Escentric 2, I love this brand because the scents are light and crisp, and Molecule 01 is said to be an aphrodisiac.' Lulu Prat, founder of Bodega Cakes, married to Ryan Naideau 'On the wedding day, I wore Diptyque's L'Ombre dans L'Eau. It's technically rose and blackcurrant, but to me it smells deeper and woodsier than that—like wildflowers in a forest. We got married upstate, on top of a hill, surrounded by trees, with the reception in an open-air pavilion. But going against the natural backdrop, the theme was full Vegas chapel fantasy: six-foot-tall rose sculptures, gold cupids, hearts everywhere. I loved that the perfume mirrored that mix—wild nature and big romantic drama. I didn't pick it to match the day—if anything, the day matched the perfume. Or really, it matched me: part bright pink and red Vegas fantasy, part laid back middle of nowhere woods. And our wedding was exactly that! My husband, Ryan, wore Mondo Mondo's Cowboy—another scent he wore a lot when we first started dating, and one that instantly takes me back to that time. It's earthy and warm, with notes like honeysuckle, leather, grass, and cedarwood—a mix that smells like sunbathing in the grass after a swim. It's playful and youthful, and to me, it captures the energy Ryan brings into our relationship. That was the feeling we wanted to create for the weekend, carefree, slightly chaotic, full of dancing and running around barefoot with our friend, and I love that his scent carried it into the day.' Azeeza Khan, designer of Azeeza, married to Rehan Khan 'I wore Ralph Lauren Romance… befitting for a Romance that has lasted 15 years, which is 100 years of marriage in this day and age. It was my 'college scent' and felt very nostalgic... I haven't actually smelled it in so long, I need to get a bottle! Rehan wore Dior Homme.' Victoria de La Fuente, co-founder of DOOMSCROLLR, married to Adam Ayers 'Fragrance-wise, I oscillate between two scent personalities: French Lover and Portrait of a Lady—it depends entirely on the mood du jour. If I'm feeling daring and need that extra lift, I'll layer a thin veil of Molecule 01, because a bit of pheromone magic never hurt anyone, right? For my wedding, I wore Portrait of a Lady layered with Molecule 01. It felt regal yet playful, sophisticated enough for vows but whimsical enough for a garden ceremony. The subtle addition of Molecule 01 added that perfect, quietly sexy touch. My husband, Adam, and I eloped at San Ysidro Ranch with just two of our closest friends. Adam went classic in Issey—clean, chic, timeless. His fragrance choice says everything about him: he's been loyal to that Issey perfume since his teenage years.' Frédéric Malle Portrait of a Lady Parfum Spray $295 NORDSTROM Molecule 01 Eau de Toilette $150 NORDSTROM Issey Miyake L'Eau d'Issey Eau de Toilette Spray $95 NORDSTROM Gia Kuan, founder of Gia Kuan Consulting, married to Anatoly Kirichenko 'I tend to mix and match my scents, but I think on my wedding, I was wearing a blend of an Aesop fragrance (Rozu) blended with a Comme des Garçons Hinoki one to lean into a floral woody scent. I want to say Anatoly was also wearing a CDG fragrance—he always wears it, it's the Comme 3 Eau de Toilette.'
ABC News
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- ABC News
What to watch, from Jessica Biel in The Better Sister, Girls-like comedy Adults and ABC documentary The Kimberley
Turns out it's a huge month for shows about estranged sisters living in vastly different worlds. It was just last week that Netflix came out with Sirens, a dark comedy drama about one downtrodden woman's desperate attempt to free her younger sibling from the clutches of a culty socialite and a life of luxury. Prime Video's considerably darker offering is The Better Sister, a tropey murder mystery starring Jessica Biel and Elizabeth Banks as long-lost sisters who are reunited after the husband they both shared is brutally murdered. It's just as ridiculous — and compelling — as it sounds. The Better Sister isn't the only new show out now and worth watching, though. Somehow, it's been eight years since Lena Dunham's Girls ended, so Gen Z was probably due their own version of the millennial classic. The new ensemble comedy-drama Adults almost gets there. There's also the highly anticipated Benito Skinner comedy, Overcompensating; the moreish Scottish cold-case thriller Dept. Q; and, closer to home, a stunning exploration of The Kimberley in a new three-part docuseries led by Nyikina musician, actor and storyteller Mark Coles Smith. "My husband has been murdered. My sister is here. And though I am feeling anxiety about this, I release it," a picture-perfect Chloe Taylor (Biel) declares near the beginning of this thriller series while tapping her face, locking eyes with her reflection in the mirror, deep-breathing… and absolutely not releasing any of that anxiety. How could she? Chloe is a controlling girlboss editor-in-chief of a New York magazine who lives to work and sports a c***y little bob to rival that of The White Lotus's Leslie Bibb; letting things go is not her strong suit. Let alone dispelling with the stress surrounding the brutal murder of her lawyer husband, Adam (Corey Stoll), days after she started receiving death threats over an interview about their privileged life. Adam's death prompts Chloe's estranged sister, Nicky (Elizabeth Banks), to visit, purportedly to help support their teenage son, Ethan (Maxwell Acee Donovan). But the significantly less-well-off Nicky is out of control and has grievances to air: before Adam was married to Chloe, he was Nicky's husband. And Nicky is Ethan's birth mother. Unfortunately for Chloe, the key to discovering what happened to Adam lies in unpacking her messy family history. So yes, you could say letting go of any of this is easier said than done for our type A queen. Based on the bestselling novel of the same name by Alafair Burke, The Better Sister is the kind of show that The Woman in the House Across the Street from the Girl in the Window was made to parody. But while it's not the most original, it executes those murder mystery tropes flawlessly. Not only that — Biel is entirely compelling as the furious, broken and ashamed high-powered media executive. And who has the willpower to resist a twisty whodunnit that involves rich people's lives being torn apart, anyway? For fans of: The Woman in the House Across the Street from the Girl in the Window, Gone Girl, Big Little Lies, Sirens In many ways, this coming-of-age ensemble comedy feels like an updated amalgamation of Girls, Friends and Broad City. The six-part series, executive produced by Nick Kroll, follows a group of card-carrying zillennials trying to make it in New York while living rent-free in a dilapidated Queens share house and struggling to make sense of the big questions in life. Namely, how do you pay a tradesman who only takes cheques? But Adults doesn't shy away from acknowledging the shows that inspired it — at one point, lead Billie (played by Australian Lucy Freyer) Googles, "how to become the v of your g" (voice of your generation), in a nod to the iconic quote from Girls' Hannah Horvath. Aside from that, Adults offers a Julia Fox cameo, diverse representation the likes of Girls and Friends could only dream of, and some good acting. Friend slut Anton (Owen Thiele) is by far the stand-out, and the self-obsessed Issa (Amita Rao) may just grow on you. But there's also a sense the theatre kids were left to their own devices a little too long in the making of this series, which feels like an extended improv show at some points. And 20-something creators Rebecca Shaw and Ben Kronengold don't appear to have anywhere near as many meaningful things to say about coming of age as Lena Dunham did, controversial though she may be. This show will likely be overshadowed by Rachel Sennott's upcoming and highly anticipated, as-yet untitled comedy about a co-dependent friend group. But, in the meantime, Adults will bring you somewhat close to the feelings you had when you first watched Girls or Broad City. "Somewhat" being the key word there. For fans of: Girls, Heartbreak High, Broad City, Friends Cantankerous British detective Carl Morck (Matthew Goode) has finally returned to the police force after his poor management style resulted in the death of a young officer who'd only been on the job for three months and saw Morck and his best friend get shot. Despite the near-death experience, he still treats everyone in his adopted home of Edinburgh like crap. And they still hate working with him. So when the higher-ups are in search of someone to lead a department (of one) tasked with solving cold cases from all over Scotland, Morck is the clear choice. Dept. Q is wildly underfunded, understaffed and its basement office still doubles as a storage space for junk, so Morck is obviously overjoyed at the prospect. At the same time, disgraced prosecutor Merritt (Chloe Pirrie) is dealing with the fallout from a case gone wrong. Not only is she getting regular death threats due to her work, she's also struggling with her role as her brother's carer at home. It's not until the end of episode one that Morck and Merrit's storylines converge. To say why would be to spoil the twist, but rest assured: it's satisfying. While the world-building is a bit of a slog to get through at the start, it's entirely worth it as Dept. Q transforms into an utterly transfixing procedural mystery that's simultaneously dark and comedic. For fans of: Bodkin, Bodyguard, The Day of the Jackal You may remember US comedian and actor Benito Skinner from his online alter-ego Benny Drama, whose claim to fame is celebrity impersonations. But Overcompensating, Skinner's latest offering, is decidedly more earnest than his viral Kris Jenner impressions. The comedian and actor created, wrote, executive produced and stars in the eight-part sitcom as a closeted version of his younger self — again named Benny — arriving for his freshman year of college. At orientation, Benny quickly launches into pretending his favourite pastime is "f***ing some vagina" and that he loves his business major. But in reality, he's desperate to leave his high school jock persona behind, switch to film studies and find out more about Miles (Rish Shah), the mysterious heart-throb from England. Meanwhile, his new straight best friend, Carmen (Wally Baram), is terrified of being labelled a sad lonely freak for the rest of college. Together, the pair set off to find out who they really are. But before they can do that, they must overcompensate in a doomed attempt to fit in. It's a messy journey filled with awkward hook-ups, fake IDs… and a slate of guest stars including Kyle MacLachlan, Kaia Gerber and Owen Thiele (one of the Adults leads mentioned earlier). Plus, a delightfully condescending cameo by Charli xcx, whose music takes up a significant amount of space on the Overcompensating soundtrack. This series won't necessarily tell you anything new about the US queer coming-of-age university experience, but it's still an honest, funny and relatable watch, as well as an incredibly easy universe to fall into — in part because the college-set ensemble comedy is such a familiar world. For fans of: Adults, Heartbreak High, The Sex Lives of College Girls Nyikina musician, actor and storyteller Mark Coles Smith guides us through the 400,000 square kilometres of the Kimberley's savanna, desert and coast, telling us some of the ancient land's breathtaking stories in this stunning documentary. The three-part series is structured around the six distinct seasons the Nyikina people in the Kimberley have observed over thousands of years on Country, and the way each season affects the region's largest river system, the Martuwarra (also known as the Fitzroy River). It all begins with the hot and dry Lalin season, which is followed by Jirrbal, the build-up to the wet. Then there's Wilakarra, which brings joyous rain, the breezy Koolawa season, the cool dry of Barrkana and, finally, the slow return of the heat with Willbooroo. Each comes with different challenges and opportunities for the diverse wildlife that call this remote region home, from frilled-neck lizards to humpback whales. This is a hopeful and inclusive series that invites all viewers to consider the ongoing threats the Kimberley faces and how we might help preserve this precious Country. If you haven't yet touched grass today, this show is also a great way to do so vicariously. For fans of: Ningaloo Nyinggulu, Australia's Wild Odyssey, The Platypus Guardian
Health Line
23-05-2025
- Health
- Health Line
Miley Cyrus's 'Excruciating' Ovarian Cyst Rupture: What Are the Warning Signs?
Pop star Miley Cyrus recently revealed she endured an ovarian cyst rupture during a New Year's Eve party she hosted. The singer-songwriter said the ordeal was excruciating and she needed emergency medical attention. Ovarian cysts are very common and often resolve on their own, but larger cysts that rupture can be life threatening. Pop music hitmaker Miley Cyrus recently shared that she experienced a ruptured ovarian cyst, a painful ordeal that can result in a medical emergency. The 32-year-old singer-songwriter and actress revealed the news during an appearance on The Zane Lowe Show, which streamed on Apple Music 1 on May 21. The 'Flowers' singer said the ovarian cyst rupture occurred while she was hosting Miley's New Year's Eve Party with her godmother and country music legend Dolly Parton. 'I had a pretty traumatic experience on a show that I was doing with [Lorne Michaels] when I was doing my New Year's show,' she said during the interview. 'I had a medical emergency. I had an ovarian cyst rupture. We didn't know exactly what was going on, so we did it.' 'It was pretty traumatic because it was extremely excruciating, and I did the show anyway,' she added. 'But it was really, really hard on me.' Cyrus is among a number of celebrities who've shared their experiences with ovarian cysts, People reports. Others include: Hailey Bieber, Kate Beckinsale, Hilary Swank, Lena Dunham, and others. Ovarian cysts are common and often resolve on their own. Larger cysts, however, can be extremely painful and, in some cases, life threatening, if a rupture occurs. Healthline spoke with Yen Hope Tran, DO, OB-GYN at MemorialCare Orange Coast Medical Center in Fountain Valley, CA, to learn more about ovarian cysts and when to seek medical attention. Ovarian cysts: Why some are more dangerous than others Tran: Ovarian cysts are fluid-filled sacs that form on or inside the ovaries. They're most common during the reproductive years and often develop as a normal part of the menstrual cycle, called 'functional cysts.' These typically resolve on their own. However, other types — such as dermoid cysts, endometriomas, or cystadenomas — can be more complex and carry a higher risk of complications like rupture, torsion, or persistent pain. Cysts larger than 5–10 centimeters, those with solid components or septations, or those associated with symptoms may require closer monitoring or surgical intervention. What are the common warning signs of an ovarian cyst? Tran: Most ovarian cysts are asymptomatic. However, warning signs may include: pelvic or abdominal pain (especially on one side) bloating or pressure changes in menstrual cycles pain during intercourse frequent or urgent urination (if the cyst presses on the bladder) If a cyst ruptures, symptoms may include: sudden, sharp pelvic pain abdominal distention nausea or vomiting dizziness or fainting (especially if there is internal bleeding) low blood pressure or rapid heartbeat (in severe cases) What medical conditions might be mistaken for ovarian cysts? Tran: Several conditions can mimic the symptoms of ovarian cysts, including: appendicitis ectopic pregnancy pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) endometriosis urinary tract infections kidney stones gastrointestinal issues (i.e., diverticulitis or irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)) A thorough pelvic exam and imaging — typically a transvaginal ultrasound — can help distinguish between these conditions. How are ovarian cysts typically treated? Tran: Treatment depends on the type, size, and symptoms of the cyst. Observation is appropriate for many simple cysts, especially in premenopausal women. Hormonal birth control can be used to reduce recurrence of functional cysts. Surgical removal may be recommended for persistent, large, complex, or symptomatic cysts. If a cyst ruptures, mild cases may be managed conservatively with pain medication and observation. Moderate to severe cases — especially with internal bleeding or signs of infection — may require hospitalization, IV fluids, or emergency surgery. How do you know when an ovarian cyst is dangerous? Tran: Seek emergency care if you experience: sudden, severe pelvic or abdominal pain pain with fever and vomiting signs of internal bleeding (fainting, weakness, low blood pressure) rapid breathing or heart rate Dangerous cysts are typically large, complex, or rapidly growing, or occur in postmenopausal women. A provider can assess the risk through ultrasound findings, blood tests like CA-125, and symptom evaluation.
New Indian Express
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
Meg Ryan and Rashida Jones onboard Good Sex
The cast of director Lena Dunham's romantic comedy Good Sex continues to get bigger, with the addition of Meg Ryan and Rashida Jones. They join previously announced cast members Mark Ruffalo, Natalie Portman, and singer-songwriter Tucker Pillsbury, also called Role Model. Directed by Dunham from her own screenplay for Netflix, Good Sex follows couples therapist Ally (Portman) who reenters the dating scene of New York after spending years in a relationship that did not work for her. Ally gets quite the bargain when she meets a man in his 20s (Pillsbury) and another in his 50s (Ruffalo), showing her that good sex has no formula set in stone.
