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Yahoo
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Marvel Animation Unveils First Episode Of ‘Eyes Of Wakanda' Opening In Ancient Crete & Setting Up 3,000-Year Search For Stolen Vibranium Artefacts
Marvel Animation premiered the first episode of Todd Harris' Wakanda animated series spin-off Eyes of Wakanda, digging into the history which led to the Black Panther, at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival on Monday. Opening in Crete some 3,000 years ago, the first instalment unfolds in the wake of the theft of Wakandan technological treasures fashioned out of Vibranium by a general (voiced by Cress Williams) who has turned rogue and is using them to build his own tyrannical 'Lion' Kingdom. 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In the process, she learns about the existence of the Hatut Zaraze, an under the radar Wakandan secret service, which will now be charged with the task of retrieving the stolen vibranium artefacts throughout history. 'The show is anthology adjacent. We have the spark or impetus for the show: someone takes something that doesn't belong to them and like any person or institution, they make a concerted effort to get it back,' explained Harris in a Q&A after the screening. 'Wakanda is a 3,000-year-old society. They have a very succinct self-identity and they're preserving that,' he continued. 'We get the chance to see the kind of persistence and character of Wakandans. The premise of the show is what's the kind of culture that builds the Black Panther? You see this even in their generals, their sergeants, everyday citizens. 'Everybody in Wakanda is like a physicist… you see their patience over centuries to see work, that they will never be able to see get finished but they believe in their mission as a culture, to see this work through. So we kind of hopscotch through time, as we see these people pursue the goals of their country, which is to preserve the secret of their technology and who they are.' Harris confirmed that the series would unfold over several different eras as Hatut Zaraze agents embark on missions to trackdown different artefacts. 'They get scattered to the four winds, and it's like there are tags back in antiquity… this is mostly a spy story. As you met with Noni, it's people who are in the real world, they have real world experiences, make real world connections, but they also have their nationalist obligation to see the well-being of their people or their culture.' Describing the world of Wakanda 'like Star Trek which is dropped in the middle of Africa', Harris said he, Black Panther producer Ryan Cooger and the series writers had gone in various directions as they built Wakanda's ancient history from scratch, while remaining true to sci-fi roots. 'Ryan really just let us go hog wild. He was very inspirational. He really zeroed in on the Sea People of the Bronze Age. It's a very contested historical point in history, this thing where these people kind of raided everybody. The premises was, what if they were led by Wakandans? What kind of disruptive force would they be in this era?,' said Harris. He added that the glue of the show would be the mission and the Wakandan culture, as episodes jumped from different settings and villains through time. Harris, who worked mainly as a storyboard artist – with his credits including the John Wick franchise as well as movies such as Black Panther, Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings and Sinners – said this experience had stood him in good stead for transitioning into animation. 'Feature films is a different animal and live action is, of course, where I live at for the most part but I love animation,' he said. 'Animation gives you opportunities that are just built into the nature of what it is that you can't quite get in live action. I once said that one of the beauties of animation is that Brooklyn cost just as much as Mars because it's all art direction, and so you you get Instant buy-in with fantastic concepts.' The four-part series debuts on Disney+ on August 6, 2025. 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Vogue
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Vogue
What Is a BB Cream? All About K-Beauty's Favorite Foundation Alternative
You won't always find yourself in the mood to wear foundation, which is why a BB cream is the perfect alternative—and if you just asked 'what is a BB cream?' the short answer is that it's a light coverage complexion product that was popularized by the K-beauty scene in South Korea. BB creams are like the younger, hipper cousins of foundation: They're used to accomplish something similar (evening out complexion), only the formula is lighter and has added skin-care benefits, like helping to hydrate your skin while also offering sun protection. Read ahead to find out everything else you need to know about BB creams, including how to apply them and why you might consider wearing one. What is a BB cream? According to makeup artist Todd Harris, the 'BB' in BB cream stands for 'blemish balm' or 'beauty balm,' and the product is sort of a do-it-all formula that's 'essentially a hybrid between a moisturizer, primer, and foundation.' These offer light-to-medium coverage with added benefits like hydration, sun protection, and the prevention of skin damage from free radicals and environmental factors. Of course, these aren't to be confused with foundation; foundations are a lot more pigment-based, and they give the skin more coverage, so you should opt for that if a heavier look is what you're going for. These days, you can find dozens of foundation formulas with skin-healthy additives like hyaluronic acid and niacinamide, though there are plenty of traditional formulas that still don't have many skin-care benefits, which is where a BB cream might come in handy. Why would someone use a BB cream? 'BB creams help improve skin tone and texture by providing sheer coverage on acne, blemishes, or problem areas without looking heavy,' explains celebrity makeup artist Christian Briceno. Because these are so lightweight, they're more natural-looking than heavier foundations since they're less likely to sit on top of the skin and potentially clog pores. Briceno says BB creams are also much easier and faster to apply than foundation, which makes them a great option for anyone looking for a quick, fuss-free way to add some light color to their skin while also actively treating it with good-for-you ingredients like SPF and antioxidants. That said, the inclusion of skin care ingredients in most beauty balms doesn't mean that a BB cream can or should take the place of more traditional products in your routine, like serums, moisturizers, and sunscreen. Per Briceno, these are meant to give your skin a radiant finish after your skin has already been washed, prepped, and moisturized. What is the difference between a BB cream and a CC cream? While they have similar names, BB and CC creams have two different goals. For example, the 'CC' in CC cream stands for 'color correcting,' and as Briceno notes, they're used to neutralize skin concerns like discoloration, redness, and hyperpigmentation to make them appear less visible.
Gizmodo
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Gizmodo
Don't Expect ‘Eyes of Wakanda' to Just Be a ‘Black Panther' Show
Later this summer, Marvel Studios is diving deep into the history of Wakanda, but not necessarily the history you are thinking of. Eyes of Wakanda premieres on Disney+ this August, and it's an animated tale told across generations of the great, fictional African nation. A nation that many casual Marvel fans just know based on its protector, Black Panther. And yet, while the history and legend of the Black Panther will be part of the show, it's not the main drive. 'We have characters that are very important in the show, but it also examines what kind of person Wakanda makes,' showrunner Todd Harris told Entertainment Weekly. 'A 10,000-year-old society. What kind of fortitude, what kind of lack of temptation to over-expand? All these different things to keep things from imploding, all these different things that have been the detriment to a lot of history… how did they avoid that and what kind of person does that make? What kind of rock-solid principles keep them on the straight and narrow that balance that's so hard for everyone alive?' That'll happen by exploring different stories, characters, and time periods across the history of Wakanda. Harris describes the show as 'anthology adjacent.' 'I really liked the idea of everyone's view of history,' Harris said. 'The story starts off during the end of the Western Bronze Age, and that spark sets off this giant spy-espionage story that reverberates through time…. You get Wakanda-grade James Bond, and sometimes a Jane Bond, with the backdrop of all the awesomeness that is Wakanda.' In the interview, Harris keeps most plot points secret, but does reveal that the show centers on Wakanda's Hatut Zaraze, aka the Dogs of War, who traverse the world attempting to recover Vibranium artifacts that have somehow been taken from the country. 'When an inciting incident releases some of these things into the wild, they've got to, in a very hush-hush kind of way, make sure that these things don't turn into a bigger problem,' Harris says. 'We saw what happened when one disc got into the hands of one Super Soldier—it changed the course of the world.' Referring, of course, to Captain America and his shield. However, while the show will work mostly to showcase Wakanda in this new, exciting way, Harris does admit there are Marvel secrets to be discovered for fans of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. 'There are a couple of surprises,' Harris said. 'Because part of the opportunity here is to sprinkle little pieces of history and go, 'I didn't know that happened.' Part of it is holding a mirror up to some historical theories and some historical facts and some historical preconceived notions.' There's much more from Eyes of Wakanda, including a few images, over at Entertainment Weekly. Head there to read even more and check out the show on Disney+ in August.
Miami Herald
12-05-2025
- Business
- Miami Herald
How one brand is transforming the THC soda industry
The alcohol industry has seen some major changes over the last decade that you may have noticed. First, there was the overwhelming adoption of White Claw in 2019, which you could hardly miss if you went anywhere where drinks were being sold. It seemed everyone was holding that white can with the colorful strip at one point in time; it was simply the drink of choice for a while. You may have been bewildered as to what the fuss was all about if you actually tasted one - seltzer and a whiff of fruit air freshener was definitely the effect one got - but hey, it was trendy, right? While White Claw's luster has come and gone, it paved the way for canned ready-to-drink cocktails like no other product - and not just alcohol-infused options, either. In fact, it was only about a year after White Claw's big debut that another trend started to gain a major foothold in the beverage market: THC seltzers. Related: Struggling whiskey company closes operations, no bankruptcy yet These drinks often contain a small amount of Delta 9 THC - typically less than 10 mg - and can be sold legally in many states, depending on their laws. People really embrace the drinks as an alternative to alcohol that allows them to enjoy themselves and relax, not to mention skip the traditional hangover. Consumers are clearly enamored with these drinks for a myriad of reasons, from seeking out a healthier alcohol alternative to experiencing new ways to chill. The global cannabis beverage market hit an astonishing 2.04 million in 2023 and is projected to hit 117.05 billion by 2032, according to Fortune Business Insights. It's clearly a market with a great runway, so it's no wonder so many new businesses are jumping into the mix. That said, a lot of THC drinks on the market don't taste great (think: hempy or weedy) or are hard to consistently find at your local liquor store. So while there's great potential for the product, there are still many problems to solve. That's where Plift comes in. Image source: Shutterstock While many people want in on the burgeoning THC soda industry, co-founder Todd Harris, one of the three people behind the brand Plift, has a much more personal reason for founding his brand. "I was an alcoholic," says Harris, who told TheStreet that his mother also struggled with alcohol dependence. Years of drinking and masking in social situations eventually wore down Harris' battery, making him turn to recovery and abstinence. It was then that he began to consider THC sodas, first consuming them and then deciding to build Plift with co-founders Glenn McAfresh and Andrea Slinde. "The name is one letter short of 'Uplift,' because it's missing you," Harris said. Related: White Claw creator adds a whole new alcohol line The Black-owned brand has been on the market for only three years but has seen great success. Harris thinks that's due to a mix of factors, one being that the drinks actually taste good. All three flavors are based on classic cocktails, making them recognizable to consumers and appealing to drink. Another thing Harris cares deeply about is making Plift accessible to all markets. At $9.99 for a six-pack, it's an affordable product, and it can also be found through beer and wine retailers. Total Wine also carries it, making it easy for many people to find. Today, Harris says that since swapping out his alcohol use for cannabis sodas, he's been a much better father, spouse, friend, and business partner, and has increased awareness of his social battery. But perhaps best of all, Harris was able to introduce his mother to the world of cannabis sodas, which he says she now reaches for instead of alcohol. "If nothing else comes from this business, I helped an alcoholic of 50 years to change," Harris said. The Arena Media Brands, LLC THESTREET is a registered trademark of TheStreet, Inc.
