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Axios
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Axios
Weekend events for Nashville residents avoiding CMA Fest
Country music is one of the great constants in Nashville, but that doesn't mean there isn't more to enjoy. Why it matters: Sometimes longtime residents need a break from the boot scooting. State of play: While CMA Fest is certainly the biggest event of the weekend, there are plenty of other fun things to do. If you'd prefer twang-free activities, we're here to help. 🌱 Cheekwood's community celebration: The botanical garden is offering discounted admission for nonmembers this weekend. The event runs through Saturday and includes food trucks, family-friendly activities, $5 gardening classes and concerts. A gardenside screening of "The Princess Bride" is planned Friday night. 🎟️ Movie mania: The Belcourt Theatre is in the midst of a series celebrating films shot in and around Nashville. A special Saturday seminar will delve into the city's role in "Hick Flick" culture through films like "Ernest Scared Stupid," which was filmed in East Nashville. 🏛️ Play tourist: The Parthenon is hosting an architectural tour on Saturday that uses our replica, which was built in the 1890s, to examine the features of the historic Greek structure that was constructed thousands of years ago. 🍩 Eat sweets: A citywide bakery crawl is underway all month. Several local bakeries are participating with limited-time specials like a chocolate chip pistachio cookie at Baked on Eighth, orange creamsicle donuts at East Park Donuts and lemon thyme shortbread danishes at Brightside Bakeshop. Plus: The annual LGBTQ+ Pride coffee crawl begins later this month. But some shops have already rolled out special drinks, like The Slayer at Fido, a shaken espresso latte with cayenne and honey.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Fact Check: Yes, Trump pardoned Ross Ulbricht, founder of Silk Road dark web marketplace
Claim: U.S. President Donald Trump pardoned Ross Ulbricht, the creator of dark web marketplace Silk Road. Rating: Ross Ulbricht, formerly known online by the pseudonym "Dread Pirate Roberts" (a nod to the novel "The Princess Bride"), is known today as the founder of the Silk Road marketplace, a former site on the dark web notorious for selling illicit drugs, among other products. Since Donald Trump retook office in January 2025, social media users have suggested that the president's hard line immigration policies and rhetoric about migrants being "criminals" or "drug dealers" are hypocritical because on Jan. 21, 2025, his second day back in the White House, Trump issued Ulbricht a full and complete pardon following his arrest and imprisonment in 2013 and 2015, respectively, for drug trafficking, computer hacking and money laundering. For example, one Facebook user shared a meme that claimed the president pardoned Ulbricht and added: "Who's letting criminals and drug dealers loose in our country?" (Facebook user Raymond Wynn) This rumor is indeed true. Trump posted about the pardon on his social media platform, Truth Social, and it was reported by reputable news media outlets like Axios and the BBC. Federal documentation also confirmed the grant of clemency (archived). (Whether the Silk Road sold fentanyl, as claimed in the above meme, is unconfirmed. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention [CDC] data on drug overdoses suggest that fentanyl did not become prevalent until after Silk Road closed in 2013. But the site was notorious for selling vast swathes of drugs.) Ulbricht created the Silk Road site, accessible only using specific software that could connect to the dark web, in January 2011. He ran its cryptocurrency-based marketplace until October 2013, when it was shut down by federal authorities and he was arrested. The BBC reported that in the two and a half years it was operational, users sold more than $200 million in drugs through the site, which also offered fake IDs and hacking tools. "It's kinda earned the reputation as the eBay of drugs," cybersecurity researcher Brian Krebs reportedly told NPR in 2013, following Ulbricht's arrest. In 2015, Ulbricht was sentenced to life in prison by a federal judge for drug trafficking, computer hacking and money laundering as part of the Silk Road operations. In a 2015 news release from the Attorney's Office for the Southern District of New York, U.S. Attorney Preet Bharara called Ulbricht "a drug dealer and criminal profiteer who exploited people's addictions and contributed to the deaths of at least six young people." Ulbricht attended Trump's 2025 State of the Union address, according to a post he made on X. — Snopes' archives contributed to this report. Abuse, National Institute on Drug. Drug Overdose Deaths: Facts and Figures | National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA). 21 Aug. 2024, Clarke, Amelia. "Yes, Trump Pardoned Creator of 'Silk Road' Dark Web Marketplace, Ross Ulbricht." Snopes, 9 Mar. 2025, ---. "Yes, Trump Pardoned Ross Ulbricht, Creator of 'Silk Road' Dark Web Marketplace." Snopes, 23 Jan. 2025, Dozens of 'Dark Market' Websites Seized as Part of Silk Road 2.0 Investigation | ICE. 6 Nov. 2014, Habeshian, Sareen. "Trump Pardons Silk Road Creator Ross Ulbricht." Axios, 21 Jan. 2025, Hu, Elise. "The Man Behind The Shadowy Illicit Drug Market, Silk Road." NPR, 3 Oct. 2013. NPR, Neuman, Scott. "FBI Arrests Alleged Owner Of 'Silk Road' Black Market Site." NPR, 2 Oct. 2013. NPR, 'No Safe Harbor for Illegal Immigrant Criminals Under President Trump'. The White House, 14 Apr. 2025, "Silk Road Drug Website Founder Ross Ulbricht Jailed." BBC News, 29 May 2015. 'Silk Road: How FBI Closed in on Suspect Ross Ulbricht'. BBC News, 2 Oct. 2013. 'Trump Pardons Silk Road Creator Ross Ulbricht'. BBC News, 22 Jan. 2025, U.S. Attorney's Office, Southern District of New York. Ross Ulbricht, A/K/A "Dread Pirate Roberts," Sentenced In Manhattan Federal Court To Life In Prison. 29 May 2015,
Style Blueprint
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Style Blueprint
Your Guide to Nashville in June: Deals & Announcements
From rooftop brunches to summer beauty specials, Nashville in June is full of fun ways to treat yourself. We've rounded up the city's best steals, seasonal announcements, and stylish finds — whether you're sipping mimosas with a view or scoring deals at your favorite local shops. Celebrate summer at Cheekwood's Love Grows Here Community Celebration (June 3 through 7) with half-price daytime admission and free entry for members. Enjoy Enchanted Castles, themed daily activities, specialty cocktails, $5 gardening classes, and performances from GRAMMY winner Rodney Crowell and Forever Abbey Road. Families will love kids' bands and a garden movie night featuring The Princess Bride. With day-to-night programming and appearances by iconic Nashville institutions, this weeklong celebration is filled with fun, flowers, and community spirit. Pin June 5 – 8, 2025: Moroccan Oil Buy-2-Get-1 at The Cosmetic Market Treat your hair to luxury (and get it summer-ready!) during this special event at The Cosmetic Market. From June 5 through 8, buy two Moroccan Oil products and get one for free — online or in-store. Pin June 26, 2025: Summer Sale Begins at Hot Pink Hot Pink's annual summer sale kicks off on June 26, offering up to 50% off items throughout the store. Stop by between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. and shop early for the best selection. Pin Through June 30, 2025: Free Wine Knobstopper with $75 Purchase at Hester & Cook Hester & Cook is your go-to destination for beautiful, thoughtful gifts and entertaining essentials. Now through June 30, receive a free selected wine knobstopper with any purchase of $75 or more. Whether you're shopping for a hostess gift or gearing up for summer gatherings, this Nashville-based brand has you covered. Pin Through June 30, 2025: June Spa Special at Woo Skincare + Cosmetics Glow from the décolletage up at Woo Skincare + Cosmetics. Now through June 30, receive a complimentary décolletage peel with any facial valued at $175 or more. It's the perfect time to treat yourself to radiant, refreshed skin — just in time for summer. Call (615) 383-2170 to book your appointment. Pin Through June 30, 2025: Save on Hair Restoration for Men & Women at Ona Skincare Restore confidence and save big at Ona Skincare. Through June 30, enjoy $500 off a series of six hair restoration treatments for men and women. This powerful combo pairs LaseMD Ultra with KeraFactor peptide technology to promote fuller, healthier hair. Call (615) 810-8785 to schedule your consultation today. Pin Through June 30, 2025: Summer Glow-Up Specials at Higdon Plastic Surgery Refresh your look with Summer Glow-Up Specials at Higdon Plastic Surgery. Enjoy Botox for $11 per unit with expert injectors, free weight loss consultations to create a custom wellness plan, and $100 custom facials designed for summer skin by a licensed esthetician. Whether you're prepping for vacation, wedding season, or just indulging in a little self-care, these limited-time offers are your go-to for a radiant summer boost. Pin Through July 5, 2025: Lemons & Leftovers Annual Clearance Event at The Wreath Stand Don't miss Lemons & Leftovers, The Wreath Stand's biggest clearance event of the year. Shop in-store or online from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and enjoy 40% to 75% off discontinued seasonal decor, apparel, accessories, and gifts. Pin Through August 1, 2025: Free Coffee at Loveless Cafe's Hams & Jams Now through August 1, stop by the Hams & Jams Country Market at Loveless Cafe and enjoy a free hot or iced coffee with any $10 purchase — perfect for a summer pick-me-up. Pin Through August 31, 2025: Smooth for Summer Filler & Botox Special at DeLozier Plastic Surgery Get glowing just in time for summer! Now through August 31, purchase two syringes of Juvéderm filler and receive 36 units of Botox completely free. One of DeLozier's expert Nurse Injectors will help you restore volume, smooth fine lines, and achieve a refreshed, radiant look. Call (615) 565-9000 to book your consultation or visit Pin Through September 1, 2025: Extended Play at Hutton Hotel Turn up the volume on your Nashville getaway with Hutton Hotel's Extended Play offer — stay three nights or more and enjoy 25% off. It's the perfect excuse to linger longer, take in the sights, and soak up the city's rhythm. Pin Ongoing: Discount Membership Plan at Roach Family Dentistry No insurance? No problem. Roach Family Dentistry offers an in-house discount membership plan for individuals, couples, and families, covering preventive care and saving you 20% or more on most treatments. With no deductibles, waiting periods, or annual maximums, it's an easy, affordable way to keep your smile healthy. Call (615) 499-5608 to learn more. Pin Ongoing: Tequila Tuesdays at L.A. Jackson Every Tuesday from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., L.A. Jackson offers $9 margaritas and rotating $5 taco specials during happy hour. Located atop the Thompson Hotel in The Gulch, it's a great spot to enjoy skyline views and casual bites in the heart of the city. Pin ANNOUNCEMENTS Sunday Rooftop Brunch Begins at Play Playground Starting June 6, Play Playground brings high-energy rooftop brunches to Downtown Nashville every Sunday from noon to 4 p.m. For $50 per person, enjoy bottomless mimosas, live music, skyline views, and a playful atmosphere unlike anywhere else in town. Reservations are recommended for this vibrant weekly experience. Pin Icon Popcorn Opens at The Nashville Farmers' Market Icon Popcorn has officially joined the Nashville Farmers' Market. Now open inside the Market House every weekend, this local favorite serves bold, gourmet popcorn flavors like Hot Chicken, Nashville BBQ, Caramel, and more. Stop by to snack, shop, or gift a taste of Tennessee. Starting June 21, enjoy grand opening perks like the weekend-only buy-two-get-one-free deal. Pin Spring Sips at Rare Bird Celebrate the season in style with Spring Sips at Rare Bird, Noelle's rooftop bar in Downtown Nashville. Through June 30, this limited-time cocktail experience features a stunning floral installation and seasonal drinks like the citrusy Golden Hour, the bold Early Bird with cold brew liqueur, and a refreshing zero-proof option — all paired with skyline views. Pin Nashville City Golf Events at Nashville City Club Nashville City Club now offers private event packages, including access to Nashville City Golf and a state-of-the-art indoor golf simulator perfect for team-building, networking, or casual fun. With multiple event spaces for up to 225 guests, it's a stylish, versatile venue for everything from meetings to weddings. Pin Large Format Pre-Set Menus at Miel Miel invites you to gather around the table this summer with its new large-format dining experience. Designed for groups of four to eight, the pre-set menus feature indulgent options like a seafood boil, porchetta, or pig's head — each served with curated starters, sides, dessert, and wine pairings. A seasonal, celebratory way to dine at one of West Nashville's most beloved restaurants. Pin Peg Leg Porker Spirits Releases Pitmaster Reserve Peg Leg Porker Spirits, the Nashville-based brand founded by award-winning pitmaster Carey Bringle, has launched the second edition of its most exclusive release yet: the Pitmaster Reserve. This 15-year-old, double-oaked Rye is limited to just 2,900 bottles and arrives in a commemorative case featuring the brand's signature pig topper. Following the rapid sellout and sky-high resale value of its first edition, this $400 release is available in select markets — including Tennessee — and at the Peg Leg Porker tasting room in Music City. Pin New Culinary Offerings at The Hermitage Hotel The Hermitage Hotel debuts a new era of hospitality with elevated culinary experiences across the property. Highlights include a reimagined lobby menu featuring Nashville classics, an exclusive Bourbon Library with rare pours, and the 1910 Hour — $19.10 food-and-drink pairings offered Sunday through Thursday in Drusie & Darr, The Pink Hermit, and The Lobby. Pin Cheers to summer in Nashville! ********** Do you have a deal or announcement you'd like to submit for consideration? Use this form!
Tatler Asia
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Tatler Asia
Inside Lindsay Jang and Max Levy's wedding ceremony—and why they told no one about it
How did your families react to the idea of a private ceremony? Jang: Completely unphased. Levy: 'Send some photos!' After Covid-19, I think everyone appreciates time spent hanging out together more than stressing over big events. Your blended family dynamic is so unique and inspiring. Lindsay, you and Matt Abergel [Jang's business partner and former life partner] co-parent your two kids, and Max and Matt are old friends. How did that friendship evolve into this beautiful family structure? Jang: Matt is my closest friend, and his opinion matters a lot to me. He was actually the first person I called after running into Max. I remember saying, 'Hey, guess who's in Hong Kong, single and looks good? Max Levy. What are his red flags?'. Matt replied, 'No red flags. He's a little critical.' They share many of the same values, which has made this modern family frictionless. Levy: I think the main thing that we all have now is maturity and being able to use that maturity and experience to focus on what's really important. What was the most memorable moment of the day? Jang: Our wedding 'administrator', who spoke exactly like the priest from The Princess Bride (1987) —somewhat nonsensical. Levy: Luckily I like reading forms, because I understood nothing that was coming out of his mouth. Did you miss having friends or a larger crowd present? Jang: No. Levy: That's like me saying 'did I forget to have an anxiety attack last night before bed?'. How do you balance your personal and professional lives as a couple? Jang: We both have a lot of freedom over our schedules and our work overlaps in many ways. What's special is that we get to talk about our projects at home, but not in that negative sense of 'bringing work home'. It's really valuable to have someone whose opinion matters and who offers insight from a completely different perspective. Of course, we don't always agree, but that's part of the dynamic. Levy: Actually that's been one of the best dynamics about our relationship sometimes, is learning how to respectfully disagree with each other's opinions. We look at the same things very differently, but I trust her opinion because I know that she's going to be honest. Lindsay, how do your kids feel about this new chapter in your lives? Jang: They're happy as long as I'm happy. They're teenagers, and we've always had a very open, honest household, so there are a lot of jokes and good-natured teasing. Levy: 'Good-natured……' What's next for you two—honeymoon, projects or simply enjoying married life? Jang: All of the above.
RTÉ News
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- RTÉ News
From Sinners to luas surfing: 8 surprising Irish movie moments
In all fairness, it was the last thing I expected to see midway through a horror film set in 1930s Mississippi: a gaggle of vampires, dancing Irish jigs, baring their fangs and giving it socks to Rocky Road to Dublin like they were in the final round of auditions for some weird precursor to Riverdance. That was only one of the most surprising things about Sinners, the hugely entertaining deep south horror directed by Ryan Coogler and starring Michael B. Jordan as wheeler-dealer identical twins Smoke and Stack Moore. If you haven't seen it yet, the Rocky Road to Dublin scene is not exactly a spoiler, but it was certainly one of the most unexpected moments I've ever experienced in a cinema. "I'm obsessed with Irish folk music, my kids are obsessed with it, my first name is Irish," Coogler told Indiewire. "I think it's not known how much crossover there is between African-American culture and Irish culture, and how much that stuff is loved in our community." We all know about Saving Private Ryan being filmed on Curracloe Beach in Wexford, or Braveheart being shot in Trim, but here are eight other occasions where Ireland has unexpectedly popped up in film… 1. The Frames in Pulp Fiction (1994) It's funny how one actress's wardrobe choice can do wonders for a little Irish band's street cred. Derry native Bronagh Gallagher plucked a Frames t-shirt out of her suitcase for her scene in Quentin Tarantino's Pulp Fiction - the one where Uma Thurman overdoses - and Glen Hansard and co. were promptly immortalised on celluloid forever. Gallagher later admitted that she thought "It's only a wee independent film, you know - nobody will see it!" Watch it here... 2. Jameson whiskey in On the Waterfront (1954) Product placement wasn't really a thing in 1954 - not in the same way it is today, at least. So we're going to assume that the warehouse full of crates of Jameson that featured prominently in the background of one powerful scene, all emblazoned with 'Dublin Irish Whiskey' and the iconic 'JJ&S' logo of old, was down to the personal preference of director Elia Kazan, or maybe Marlon Brando. (Spoiler alert: a character is crushed to death when a pallet of crates falls on him - death by whiskey.) 3. Kilmainham Gaol in The Italian Job (1969) Many films have used the iconic and historical Kilmainham Gaol as a backdrop. The elegant staircases and architecture of the building, built in 1796, is recognisable to anyone who's done the museum tour - but you might not have expected to see it in a movie set in London and doubling as the notorious Wormwood Scrubs prison that housed Cockney criminal Charlie Croker (Michael Caine). Other unexpected films, including 1965's The Face of Fu-Manchu (starring Christopher Lee) and 2017's Paddington 2 (yes, really) also featured the gaol's interior. 4. The Cliffs of Moher in The Princess Bride (1987) The Princess Bride has become a kids' movie staple over the decades, but if you first watched Rob Reiner's 1987 masterpiece, you probably weren't aware of its Irish connection. One of Ireland's most-visited tourist destinations, the stunning Cliffs of Moher in Co. Clare, temporarily became the 'Cliffs of Insanity' during the scene where the dashing Westley (Cary Elwes) is in hot pursuit of Vizzini, Fessic and Inigo Montoya as they scale the cliffs with Buttercup. Inconceivable! 5. The Lady in Red in Deadpool and Wolverine (2024) You may have heard it a bajillion times, but you probably weren't expecting Chris de Burgh's most famous song to pop up in a Marvel movie. The schmaltzy 1986 tune got another lease of life when it featured in Deadpool and Wolverine, soundtracking the scene where Deadpool first encounters the alternate-universe canine version of himself, Dogpool. The song has also featured in the films American Psycho, Working Girl and Dodgeball. 6. Toner's pub in A Fistful of Dynamite (1971) If you've ever found yourself in Toner's pub in Dublin, you may have noticed a few unusual photos framed on the walls. A Sergio Leone film, shot on Baggot Street? It's true: the legendary boozer was the backdrop of a scene in Leone's 1971 film A Fistful of Dynamite (also called Duck, You Sucker!). Although the film is set amid the Mexican Revolution (1910 - 1920), one flashback scene sees Irish Republican John Mallory (James Coburn) recalling a moment where he was betrayed by a former friend in Ireland. Funny thing is, the interior of the pub hasn't changed all that much since 1971. 7. Luas-surfing in Ek Tha Tiger (2012) Dublin was bestowed with a smidge of Bollywood glamour in 2012 when Indian action/thriller Ek Tha Tiger was largely shot in the capital. The plot follows a spy who is tasked with observing a science professor at Trinity College - but alongside plenty of Trinners footage, one memorable scene involved actor Salman Khan surfing a Luas before coming to blows with an adversary on board the tram. Sure, you'd see worse on the Red Line of a Saturday night. Watch it here... 8. Smithfield Square as Checkpoint Charlie in The Spy Who Came in from The Cold (1961) Anyone who's seen The Spy Who Came in from the Cold will agree that Martin Ritt's adaptation of the John LeCarré thriller is a masterpiece - not least due to the superb performances by Cyril Cusack and Richard Burton. Cusack wasn't the only Irish link to the film, though. While interior scenes were shot at the newly-opened Ardmore Studios in Bray, eagle-eyed viewers may also have noticed that the cobblestoned Smithfield area of Dublin city centre, best known in those days for its horse fair, doubled as Checkpoint Charlie in Berlin (which can be spotted in the trailer). A section of the 'Berlin Wall' was even built for the film with appropriate signage about 'Leaving the American Zone' and 'Entering East Berlin' - much to the locals' bemusement, we're sure.
