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The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Museum staff gobsmacked as huge Hollywood star visits with his family – would you have noticed him?
STAFF at a popular tourist spot in London were left stunned when a Hollywood A-lister swung by unannounced with his family. He's a big screen superhero who plays a cocky, mythical being who is integral to the Avengers . 4 This A-lister popped by a popular London tourist attraction 4 Chris Hemsworth plays Thor in the Marvel superhero films Credit: Marvel Studios But in reality, this Aussie hunk, 41, is far more humble than his Marvel alter-ego and is more often found hanging out with his family and keeping active than battling baddies from across the galaxy. Thor actor A source said: "Chris was in London for the premiere of Limitless and made it into a real family occasion. "When he wasn't busy they did some sight-seeing and headed to Twist on Oxford Street for some fun. READ MORE ON HOLLYWOOD "He didn't tell anyone he was going and they just kept themselves to themselves. The workers were gobsmacked to spot him wandering around." Father-of-three Chris' new series of Limitless will soon be available on Disney+. It sees the movie star explore how we all can live better three years after his first docuseries looked at how to live longer. The "life-changing" three-part series was filmed in six countries over the past two years and saw Chris tackle some momentous challenges including Most read in Celebrity He said of the show: "Making this series has been a life-changing journey. I've discovered so much about my own health , resilience and what it really means to live well. "I hope this next chapter inspires audiences to step outside their comfort zones and embrace challenges, because the impact it's had on my life has been truly profound.' Ed Sheeran fans left stunned as huge A list actor joins him on stage to play drums Chris met his actress wife Elsa through mutual friends in early 2010 and they soon started dating . The pair got married during the Christmas holidays in 2010. They have three children together - daughter India Rose, 13, and twin sons Sasha and Tristan, 11. Spanish beauty Elsa, 49, is a star in her own right. She rose to prominence when she was cast as one of the lead characters in the Spanish drama Al salir de clase. The series first premiered in 1997 and ran for five seasons until it concluded in 2002. Since then, Elsa has built a global fanbase with her role as Officer Elena Neves in the Fast & Furious franchise, and in Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga, alongside her hubby. 4 Chris with wife Elsa in Japan earlier this year Credit: Instagram 4 The couple have three kids - daughter India Rose and twin sons Sasha and Tristan Credit: Instagram
Scottish Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Museum staff gobsmacked as huge Hollywood star visits with his family – would you have noticed him?
His big budget new documentary will be released on August 15 MOVIE HERO Museum staff gobsmacked as huge Hollywood star visits with his family – would you have noticed him? Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) STAFF at a popular tourist spot in London were left stunned when a Hollywood A-lister swung by unannounced with his family. He's a big screen superhero who plays a cocky, mythical being who is integral to the Avengers. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 4 This A-lister popped by a popular London tourist attraction 4 Chris Hemsworth plays Thor in the Marvel superhero films Credit: Marvel Studios But in reality, this Aussie hunk, 41, is far more humble than his Marvel alter-ego and is more often found hanging out with his family and keeping active than battling baddies from across the galaxy. Thor actor Chris Hemsworth was only too happy to pose with a staff member inside Twist, an interactive museum filled with brain-busting illusions. A source said: "Chris was in London for the premiere of Limitless and made it into a real family occasion. "When he wasn't busy they did some sight-seeing and headed to Twist on Oxford Street for some fun. "He didn't tell anyone he was going and they just kept themselves to themselves. The workers were gobsmacked to spot him wandering around." Father-of-three Chris' new series of Limitless will soon be available on Disney+. It sees the movie star explore how we all can live better three years after his first docuseries looked at how to live longer. The "life-changing" three-part series was filmed in six countries over the past two years and saw Chris tackle some momentous challenges including playing the drums for Ed Sheeran in front of 70,000 fans and scaling a 600-foot climbing wall in the Swiss Alps. He said of the show: "Making this series has been a life-changing journey. I've discovered so much about my own health, resilience and what it really means to live well. "I hope this next chapter inspires audiences to step outside their comfort zones and embrace challenges, because the impact it's had on my life has been truly profound.' Ed Sheeran fans left stunned as huge A list actor joins him on stage to play drums Chris met his actress wife Elsa through mutual friends in early 2010 and they soon started dating. The pair got married during the Christmas holidays in 2010. They have three children together - daughter India Rose, 13, and twin sons Sasha and Tristan, 11. Spanish beauty Elsa, 49, is a star in her own right. She rose to prominence when she was cast as one of the lead characters in the Spanish drama Al salir de clase. The series first premiered in 1997 and ran for five seasons until it concluded in 2002. Since then, Elsa has built a global fanbase with her role as Officer Elena Neves in the Fast & Furious franchise, and in Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga, alongside her hubby. 4 Chris with wife Elsa in Japan earlier this year Credit: Instagram
Pink Villa
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Bradley Cooper to Propose to Gigi Hadid Soon? Actor Gears Up For Next Phase in Relationship
Bradley Cooper is reportedly ready for the next phase of his life with Gigi Hadid. According to the sources, the actor will be proposing to the runway model soon, considering they are quite serious about each other. The pair first fueled the speculations of romance in October 2023, when they stepped out for a cozy dinner together. The duo also made headlines at the mom of one's birthday celebrations, when they were clicked kissing each other in front of the guests. Will Gigi Hadid be Bradley Cooper's bride? As per the sources close to Cooper and Hadid, the couple is 'incredibly happy' and looks forward to a future together. An insider, in conversation with Page Six, revealed that the Maestro star is 'considering marriage and kids with Gigi.' They further claimed, 'He might pop the question in the next couple of months.' Over the past couple of years, the actor and the model have bonded strongly and are looking to create a family of their own. Further in the talks with the media portal, the source shared, 'They could picture a blended family with their daughters and their own kids.' The pair is 'incredibly happy and in their own bubble.' The Limitless actor and Hadid are often spotted on double dates with Brad Pitt and his girlfriend, Ines de Ramon. As for their past relationships, Cooper was dating Irina Shayk and shares a daughter with her. For Hadid, the model was in a long-term relationship with the musician, Zayn Malik, and the duo, too, share a daughter, Khai.
India Today
22-07-2025
- Health
- India Today
Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt admits tech kills focus, turning off your phone is the only fix
Technology is rapidly evolving, and now it's easier than ever to reach out to people. But in all this hustle of social media and constant notifications, tech is definitely taking a toll on mental health and making it harder for people to focus. The best way to deal with this problem? According to former Google CEO Eric Schmidt, you can regain focus by simply turning off your phone. Yes, the same man who helped build one of the most influential tech companies and who even launched Android which is now powering billions of buzzing devices—is now saying that these very devices are impacting our ability to focus and think on the Moonshots podcast, Schmidt discussed the impact of constant digital noise, especially on young people trying to do meaningful work. 'I work with a lot of 20-somethings in research,' he said. 'One of the questions I had was, how do they do research in the presence of all these stimulations? I can answer the question definitively: they turn off their phone.'Schmidt pointed to the role of advanced tech in this rising attention crisis. 'We've essentially tried to monetise all of your waking hours,' he said. 'Ads, entertainment, subscriptions—it's all competing for your attention, and that's completely at odds with how humans are wired to think.' His comments definitely strike a chord, especially coming from someone who was once leading Google, the very company that has so many products built around capturing and keeping user attention. But Schmidt didn't shy away from the irony. 'You can't think deeply as a researcher with this thing buzzing,' he said, referring to the phone. 'Even these apps that are supposed to help you relax, just turn the phone off. That's how humans have relaxed for 70,000 years.'And this isn't the first time we have been warned about the red flags of digital distraction. Schmidt's comments echo broader growing concerns among researchers and psychologists. Dr Gloria Mark, a leading attention researcher, found in her study that the average attention span on a screen has plummeted from 2.5 minutes two decades ago to just 47 seconds today. The consequences are wide-ranging including fragmented thinking, poor retention, and increased Kwik who is known as the brain coach, author of Limitless, points out that the problem with digital distraction isn't just forgetfulness. It is the divided attention. 'They blame their retention, but it's really more their attention,' he told Forbes. 'Every ring, ping, and notification is driving us to distraction. And we wonder why we can't remember things in meetings or with our family.'A separate study from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) linked digital distractions to reduced satisfaction and perceived learning. The study found that younger users, and those disengaged from live learning environments, were particularly vulnerable. Frequent behaviours like checking the time, boredom scrolling, or sending instant messages were all predictors of higher distraction Schmidt emphasises turning off the phone, he also offers a different approach of keeping the tech and focus together. He suggests that people can continue using technology, but to focus they need to strip themselves away from the distracting bits. He shared his own example where he noted how he used Google's Gemini AI to brainstorm for six hours straight during a flight and this was possible due to no interruptions, no ads, no social media. He suggests that turning off technology might not be the only solution, people can still use it effectively, as long as they keep away from the distractions.- Ends
News18
19-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
When Chris Hemsworth Joined Ed Sheeran For Surprise Drum Jam In Romania
Last Updated: Limitless: Live Better Now, directed by Kit Lynch‑Robinson, focuses on Chris Hemsworth's pursuits in strengthening his mind and body through extreme measures. A Chris Hemsworth and Ed Sheeran collaboration was the last thing on fans' bingo cards in 2025. But the moment was as real as it could be. Hemsworth swapped his superhero cape (Thor) for a day to share the stage with the British musician and play drums in front of 70,000 people in Bucharest, Romania, last year. Although the performance, a part of Sheeran's +–=÷× Tour, was easy for the Shape of You singer, it was no ordinary task for the Hollywood star, who was doing it minus any prior experience. The revelation of the unexpected cameo came forward after the trailer of Chris Hemsworth's upcoming docuseries Limitless: Live Better Now was released on July 17. The series, directed by Kit Lynch‑Robinson, focuses on Hemsworth's pursuits in strengthening his mind and body through extreme measures. It offers a peek into how much time and effort Hemsworth spent to get comfortable behind the drum set. One particular scene captures Ed Sheeran walking in a field with Chris Hemsworth and urging the actor, 'You should learn the drums to play a song with me on my stadium tour." Soon, the clip cuts to another rehearsal footage of Hemsworth practising. He trains under the guidance of Ben Gordon, the coach of Australian metalcore band Parkway Drive. Despite Hemsworth admitting that he is 'struggling", he does not give up. Noting Chris Hemsworth's progress, Ed Sheeran tells him, 'I think this actually might be the most difficult thing you do." After a tough battle with mastering the rhythm and coordination, Hemsworth delivers the live performance, drawing loud cheers from the concert-goers. To celebrate his milestone, Sheeran presents the Extraction film star a humorous 'Participation Award for Drumming Excellence' trophy. Limitless, a three-part series, will find Chris Hemsworth undergoing Special Forces training in South Korea and ascending a 600-foot wall in the Swiss Alps. He also worked with cognitive scientists, doctors, and MMA fighters. The actor took these measures to challenge his mental resilience and improve brain health, focus and memory. 'The key to unlocking these benefits for all of us is finding the edge of our comfort zone," he explains in the trailer. Limitless will start streaming on Disney+ and Hulu from August 15. First Published: July 19, 2025, 18:05 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
