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Book Review: Hannah Deitch delivers twisty thrills with debut novel, ‘Killer Potential'
“A Thelma & Louise for our times,” is how bestselling thriller writer Paula Hawkins describes the debut novel, “Killer Potential,” from Hannah DeitchABC News - 6d -
Book Review: ‘Care and Feeding,’ by Laurie Woolever; ‘Cellar Rat,’ by Hannah Selinger
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Holland review – twisty Nicole Kidman thriller is a disappointing mess
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Atomfall Review - Bunker Thrill
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The Book Report: Washington Post critic Ron Charles (March 9)
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Krysten Ritter knows how to write a compelling antihero
With her second novel, 'Retreat,' actor Krysten Ritter delivers another thriller fronted by a gutsy, feisty female protagonist.Los Angeles Times - 4d -
Womanizer Enhance Review: A Clitoral Suction Toy and Vibrator
Womanizer stuffs its famous Pleasure Air technology into a vibrator, delivering a winning combo.Wired - Mar. 18 -
Movie Review: Russo brothers' sci-fi ‘The Electric State’ is big, ambitious and dull
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New Novels to Read This Spring
Watch for a new “Hunger Games” prequel; a quirky romance from Emily Henry; novels by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie and Ocean Vuong; and more.The New York Times - Mar. 12 -
Nikki Glaser to return as host of Golden Globes in 2026
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Apple Mac Studio (M4 Max, 2025) Review: Small but Mighty
For creatives who need the very highest level of performance, the Mac Studio delivers it—and then some.Wired - Mar. 11 -
Happy Face review – Dennis Quaid is a grinning caricature in this shoddy, half-baked crime drama
This (sort of) true-crime series about a real-life serial killer’s daughter is deeply disappointing TV – even before you factor in the terrible script and flat acting. Perhaps, like politicians’ ...The Guardian - 4d -
The Age of Diagnosis by Suzanne O’Sullivan review – do no harm
A doctor’s brilliant study of the dangers of overdiagnosis, from ADHD to long Covid. We swim in oceans of quackery. The media is flooded with misinformation about health and pseudo-diagnoses based ...The Guardian - Mar. 12 -
Felice Picano, Champion of Gay Literature, Is Dead at 81
At a time when, in his words, “nobody was writing about gay life,” he produced groundbreaking novels and memoirs and published books by Harvey Fierstein and others.The New York Times - 6d -
Ball boy heroics, penalties & comeback chaos on epic Nations League night
Ball boy heroics, penalties and comeback chaos - the second legs of the Nations League quarter-finals delivered plenty of drama and entertainment on a thrilling night.BBC News - 1d -
Music Review: Blackpink's Jennie steps out on her own with debut solo album, 'Ruby'
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Nothing Phone 3a Pro review: funky mid-ranger with real zoom camera
Transparent back, flashing LEDs, novel design, long battery life and huge triple camera help this Android stand out. London-based Nothing has brought one of the last things setting top-level phones ...The Guardian - Mar. 17 -
Essex Boys killer Michael Steele's release blocked
Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood wants the Parole Board to reconsider the release of the convicted triple killer.BBC News - Mar. 12 -
Could Hannah Miller Play for Team Canada?
Hannah Miller of the Toronto Sceptres is waiting to hear from the IIHF about her eligibility to play for Canada in the upcoming Women’s World Championship in Ceske Budejovice, Czechia from April 9-20.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 17 -
NFL reviewing kickoff rule again for 2025: Potential tweaks to dynamic play, why league is considering changes
After making radical changes in 2024, the NFL is looking to make the kickoff even more dynamicCBS Sports - 4d -
Drop review – a standout from White Lotus excels in tight first date thriller
SXSW film festival: Meghann Fahy lands a killer star vehicle with a fun, seat-edge piece of pulp entertainment, playing a woman tasked with killing her date. I have a special place in my heart for ...The Guardian - Mar. 10 -
Dive Into The World Of Blade Runner With These New Graphic Novels
Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep was written by Philip K. Dick in 1968, and is considered one of the seminal works of the now-popular cyberpunk genre. Decades later, the dystopian sci-fi novel ...GameSpot - 6d -
All The Nintendo Manga And Graphic Novels Available Now
Given how popular Nintendo's video games are, it's no surprise that franchises like Mario, Zelda, Animal Crossing, and other beloved series all have their own manga and graphic novels. Some of ...GameSpot - 6d -
The simple life beckons in 'The Colony.' Enlightenment is not forthcoming
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NL West Preview: Dodgers, Diamondbacks, Padres lead a loaded division
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Krysten Ritter may have witnessed a crime on vacation. She turned it into a novel
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China has debuted its new landing barges – what does this mean for Taiwan?
Sighting of Shuqiao ships provides insight into China’s integration of its military, paramilitary and civilian operations – and its plans for a potential invasion. The short video is shot from a ...The Guardian - 5d
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