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The Big Bang Theory's Worst Character, Explained

It’s been a minute since The Big Bang Theory hit our screens in 2007. Over its 12-season run,
Each week, fans tuned in to watch this lovable group of friends navigates the complexities of everyday life. Penny outgrew her ditsy qualities, Sheldon got better at picking up on social cues, Howard lost his creep vibe, and Raj was able to talk to women. But Leonard Hofstadter became increasingly irritating over the years, making him the most annoying character in the series.

Planet of the Apes Movies Ranked, According to Critics

Back when franchises were still a new concept, there was the Planet of the Apes film series. The story essentially holds up a mirror to humanity, depicting its failings and conflicts through a rather wild premise. The films have cemented their place in pop culture, making the franchise a must-see for anyone who loves good storytelling. That said, here's a ranking of every Planet of The Apes film by their Metacritic and Rotten Tomatoes scores' average.

Zack Snyder's Justice League: Superman's Best Moment Is Also the Cut's Worst Edit

Zack Snyder's Justice League has been one of the most-talked-about cinematic events in recent history. The phenomenal four-hour feature essentially removes all of Joss Whedon's footage and brings Synder's original vision to life in its spectacular entirety.
Overall, Zack Snyder's Justice League has been extremely well-received, but when it comes to Superman and Lois' reunion, it does have one notable difference from the theatrical cut.

American Dad: One Family Member's Disguises Are BETTER Than Roger's

American Dad!’s resident alien Roger Smith is the king of personas. Seamlessly switching disguises in a matter of seconds, he has the residents of Langley Falls believing whatever he wants them to.
To keep track of his costumed shenanigans, the lovable alien keeps a ledger of all the people he knows and the aliases they know him as. While Roger’s never-ending carousel of outfits is impressive, Francine often gives him a run for his money when it comes to successfully pulling off a disguise.

The Watch: Terry Pratchett Fans' Anger Over BBC's Discworld Series, Explained

A lot of Terry Pratchett fans aren’t too happy with the BBC’s new series The Watch. The show, which is based on the author’s Discworld series of books, was maligned by would-be viewers as soon as the first trailer was released and has since airing received negative reviews from critics and viewers. The discontent might seem a little extreme at first, especially since on-screen adaptations are seldom exactly like the source material, but the complaints might be justified in this situation.

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Taylor Swift: A breakdown of each of her musical eras

Taylor Swift is a singer that resonates with music lovers across generations. From her debut single “Tim McGraw” in 2006 to her latest venture, Midnights, Swift has sold over 30 million albums and claimed 12 Grammy Awards.

Her music is a testament to the human experience, touching hearts and providing an emotional refuge. Swift’s musical evolution has been a spectacle, transforming her from a country music darling to an indie pop icon.

#FreeBritney: BBC to release new 'Britney' documentary

The BBC has announced plans to release a documentary about pop princess Britney Spears and her conservatorship. The move comes after the success of the FX/Hulu documentary which aired on 5 February 2021.

Released as an edition of series, the film chronicled Spears’s rise to fame, her treatment by the paparazzi, her highly publicised 2007 breakdown, and her court-mandated conservatorship (overseen by her father Jamie Spears) that she has been living under since 2008.

Trailer release: Sebastian Stan to star in romance drama ‘Monday’ [watch]

Fans of Sebastian Stan rejoice! IFC Films has dropped the first trailer for , an alluring romantic drama starring the Marvel superhero opposite Denise Gough of fame.

The trailer’s release comes just as the hype around Sebastian Stan continues to build in anticipation of his upcoming Marvel’s Disney+ miniseries The Falcon and the Winter Soldier . But unlike the brooding Bucky Barnes, Stan’s character in is laid-back and fun-loving.

Marvel drops final trailer for 'The Falcon and the Winter Soldier' [watch]

Marvel Studios has released the eagerly awaited final trailer for The Falcon and the Winter Soldier ahead of the series premiere this Friday 19 March. And the brand-new clip of the upcoming Disney+ series is filled with loads of action-packed footage.

After being handed the mantle of Captain America at the end of , the series follows Sam Wilson (Anthony Mackie) and Bucky Barnes (Sebastian Stan) as they team up in a worldwide adventure that puts their abilities to the test against a new threat.

Chadwick Boseman nominated for posthumous Academy Award

Chadwick Boseman has received a posthumous Academy Award nomination for his work in , an adaptation of the popular August Wilson play. The actor has previously won a Golden Globe award for the same role.

The George C Wolfe-directed film tells the story of Ma Rainey, an influential blues singer in the 1920s. Boseman plays Levee Green, a talented trumpet player who hopes to break away from Rainey in an attempt to secure his own record deal.

'Black Widow' latest release date to remain unchanged, Disney bosses say

The release date for Marvel’s movie, to feature Scarlett Johansson one last time, has been in question for ages. The film has been pushed back several times due to the global pandemic, with some speculating that its May premiere could be delayed further.

But Disney’s bosses are determined to keep the current date unchanged. At Disney’s annual shareholder meeting this week, CEO Bob Chapek reiterated that the release date for the highly anticipated superhero film would remain in May.

Boa bonanza: Harry Styles lives up to fashion icon status at Grammys

Harry Styles has never opted to play it safe when it comes to fashion. Instead, the singer makes a fashion statement, and his appearance at the 2021 Grammy Awards was of course no different. Styles, who was nominated for various awards, had three wardrobe changes throughout the night and accessorized each one with a matching faux fur boa.

The 27-year-old opened the event (which was a virtual/in-person hybrid) wearing a black leather Gucci suit along with a green boa. The fuzzy accessory was discarded during his performance of his hit single Watermelon Sugar. But that wasn’t the last of the bold, head-turning statement piece.

'Supergirl' update: Young Cat Grant to appear in sixth and final season

Supergirl’s mentor, Cat Grant, is set to make a comeback in the show’s sixth and final season. But her return will not quite be in the way fans might expect.
A younger version of the media mogul will appear in flashbacks to the early days of her career. Back then, she was simply known as journalist CJ Grant.

When viewers are introduced to CJ, she is eager to step out of Lois Lane’s shadow and out from under her boss Perry White’s thumb. So she does what any good journalist would do and chases down a story that leads her to Kara’s hometown of Midvale.

‘She’s All That’ gender-swapped remake is heading to Netflix

Netflix is developing a gender-swapped reboot of 1999’s romantic comedy . The remake will star TikTok sensation-turned-actress Addison Rae, Tanner Buchanan, and original star Rachael Leigh Cook in a brand new role.

He’s All That flips the original narrative and will be told from a teenage girl’s point of view. But the film’s main protagonist is still said to be inspired by Freddie Prinze Jr’s Zackary Siler.

Taylor Swift to perform at Grammy Awards after reclaiming 'Fearless'

Taylor Swift is set to perform at the 63rd annual Grammy Awards on Sunday, just weeks after announcing the re-release of her first number one, breakthrough album will be released in its entirety on April 9th and includes updated versions of the original recordings. The lead single, , has been available for download since February 11th. The album will also include six bonus tracks that didn’t make it on to the original record at the time.

Sabrina Carpenter eyes Harry Styles for 'Alice in Wonderland' musical

Sabrina Carpenter says she would love to star opposite Harry Styles in her upcoming Netflix musical . The American singer and actress, 21, made the revelation while doing a virtual promotional tour for her new single .

In an interview with Capital Breakfast’s Roman Kemp, she revealed that if it were up to her she would cast Harry Styles and Donald Glover (also known as Childish Gambino) in the new film.

Dream gig: Laduma Ngxokolo on making costumes for 'Coming 2 America'

Laduma Ngxokolo is still ecstatic about landing the design gig of a lifetime as a costume designer on . The film is a sequel to the 1988 cult classic, which also starred Eddie Murphy.

Ngxokolo’s surreal journey began in 2019, when the Academy Award-winning costume designer Ruth E Carter contacted him about having his designs prominently featured in the movie. In February, the South African fashion designer was finally able to share the exciting news with his fans, saying “the rest was history.

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Roan Ash Is Geared To Dominate The SA Music Scene

Growing up in Pretoria in the early 90's, Roan Ash always had a passion for music. He graduated from Hendrik Verwoerd High School and studied music at the Campus of Performing Arts.
Recounting his frustration while learning to play his first guitar at the age of 13, he describes his musical beginnings as humble, slow and small. Roan played his first gig at a school carnival in his hometown and then went on to play free shows at small venues, pubs and weddings.

Bon Jovi On A Bed of Rosé

Award-winning music icon Jon Bon Jovi and acclaimed French winemaker Gérard Bertrand have joined forces to launch a premium rosé wine label, named Diving Into Hampton Water – soon to be available on the U.S. market.
The venture was inspired by Bon Jovi's son, Jesse Bongiovi, who played a pivotal role in the brand's creation. The idea to create a wine emblematic of a vibrant lifestyle emerged during the family's time in the Hamptons, a group of exclusive suburbs on Long Island.

Meet Rising Music Star Beth Thornton

Growing up in a village in England, Beth Thornton always had a passion for music. Her tiny village in Oxfordshire didn't even have a supermarket – just a local pub where she played many gigs as a teenager. She went to school in a town around 20 minutes outside her village. She spent most of her days skipping lessons and hiding in the music practice rooms. Her musical tastes centre on pop and country. So naturally, her own music has been described as a combination of these two influences.

Harry Styles' New Gucci Campaign Is Going To Be A Hit

We already know Harry Styles can sing and act. He made his silver screen debut in the Academy Award-winning film "Dunkirk".
But now Styles is adding "fashion model" to his skill set, starring in Gucci's new Tailoring campaign.
While his role as the face of the campaign is confirmed, only one official image has been released – and it doesn't give much away. Posting on Instagram, the fashion house shared a teaser of Styles' forehead underneath a fish and chips sign.

Hollywood Actress Lindsey McKeon Gets Candid About Female Empowerment

When it comes to the Hollywood grind, no one works harder than Lindsey McKeon. She's beautiful, charming and talented. You've probably seen her on hit TV shows and movies such as "Supernatural", "One Tree Hill", "Women & Sometimes Men" and more. She is currently involved in a variety of ventures —onscreen projects, female empowerment programs and fundraising campaigns.
As an advocate for female empowerment, Lindsey revealed what it's like to be a woman in Hollywood, and spoke about her new podcast, as well as her new movie and television projects.

It’s Official, Elle Woods Is Back For Legally Blonde 3

Reese Witherspoon is once again set to star as sorority sister-turned-lawyer, Elle Woods in Legally Blonde 3.
Witherspoon, who played Woods in the original 2001 Legally Blonde and a subsequent sequel in 2003, recently confirmed she will portray the character for the third time.
The actress confirmed the news with a simple Instagram post. In the video, she glides by on a pool float wearing a pink bikini and sunglasses (a nod to a scene from the original movie).

A Few Fun Facts About Ed Sheeran Ahead Of His 'Divide Tour' In South Africa

Ed Sheeran has taken the world by storm ever since the release of his debut studio album, "Plus", in 2011. His career has been a whirlwind of success ever since. A once in a generation songwriter, Sheeran was awarded a prestigious MBE for his services to music and charity at the end of 2017.
Next year's tour will see Sheeran perform at Johannesburg's FNB Stadium on March 23 and 24, and Cape Town Stadium on March 27.
To celebrate Ed Sheeran's S.A tour, here are a few fun facts about the popular musician you might not know...

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7 Tips On Makeup Hygiene To Take Note Of

For many of us, doing our makeup is part of our daily routine. With that in mind, it’s important to make sure that the products you apply to make you look and feel your best, aren’t doing more harm than good. No matter how often you cleanse, tone and moisturize, your skin won’t be at its healthiest if you don’t practice good makeup hygiene. Here are seven makeup hygiene hints to help you keep your makeup in a stellar condition, and your skin, radiant.

Real-life Angel, Harry Styles, Dances His Way Into Everyone’s Hearts

The highly anticipated Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show finally aired on 28 November, and millions of viewers tuned in to watch the gorgeous winged models strut their stuff in the latest lingerie offerings from the world-famous brand.
Now let’s be real – it’s hard to upstage an intricately dressed Victoria’s Secret Angel. But this year one performer managed to shine. Musical guest and real-life angel, Harry Styles, stole the hearts of everyone who tuned in.

10 Ways To Be Kinder

It’s a tough world out there, and you never know what someone else is struggling with. Sometimes, all a person needs is a kind word or gesture to help them get through the day. Although many people overlook being kind, it is a positive way of living that makes others – and yourself – happy (and who doesn’t want that?) So the next time you find yourself feeling negative and irritable, take a deep breath and try to show kindness to a stranger.

Part-time Actor Chris Evans Doesn’t Think He’s 'Hot'

In a podcast interview with the Thirst Aid Kit, the Captain America star was asked when he first realized he was hot.

This is what he said…

“Oh, man! Goodness… I still feel like I’m just trying to pull a fast one over on people. You don’t know what I look like first thing in the morning. It’s rough.”

No, he wasn’t being humble. He actually has very relatable confidence issues about his appearance. Doubting his looks isn’t a recent development for the actor. Evans revealed to listeners that his feelings of insecurity are rooted in the pre-teen years of his life and that he still struggles with it today.

Taylor Swift's 'Reputation' Makes Its Mark

For years almost everyone agreed on Taylor Swift. She wrote pretty love songs and scorching takedowns while most people struggled to put together a witty tweet. She scattered clues through her lyrics and liner notes, inviting die-hard fans to puzzle over what was fact and what was fiction. She won loads of awards. She was observant and savvy, and if those qualities were spun into a type of opportunistic cunning by her critics, it seemed like a good problem to have.

Sorry ladies, Ed Sheeran Is Officially Off The Market!

That’s right – everyone’s favourite ginger is now engaged to girlfriend Cherry Seaborn, who said ‘I do’ to Ed’s proposal after almost three years of dating.
As is becoming standard in celeb world, Ed took to Instagram to announce his engagement with a loved-up pic of the two of them. “Got myself a fiancée just before new year”, he said in the caption. “We are very happy and in love, and our cats are chuffed as well xx.”

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Learning To ‘Evolve’ With Actress, Lindsey McKeon

Lindsey McKeon has worked steadily in Hollywood and is best known as Tessa, The Reaper on Supernatural and Taylor James on One Tree Hill, among others.
Besides her acting work, Lindsey recently launched a new website called, Evolve by Lindsey. According to McKeon, if you love to live a healthy lifestyle but don’t want to feel like you’re giving up things you love then Evolve is the place for you. It’s somewhere to gather advice about health, wellness, diet, lifestyle, and relationships.

How Do You Know You’re In A Healthy Relationship?

Relationships are tricky. Even the best ones are filled with ups, downs, and in-betweens. That’s why it’s so important to create a healthy environment in your relationship.
Relationships give you the ability to discover yourself and your partner on a deep, intimate level. Healthy couples accept each other, flaws and all. You should accept who your partner chooses to be. Remember, there are cracks in everything, but that’s how the light gets in.

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Eyebrow Shaping 101: Follow These Dos and Don'ts for Flawless Arches

Whatever the shape, shade and thickness of your brows and no matter how klutzy you believe you are with a pencil or brush, believe us: You achieve fabulous brows . It just takes a little practice and finesse — and the extra work is totally worth it, since perfected brows can transform any face in an instant, framing the eyes and giving you a well-groomed look. So, ready for some tips? Here's how to get them right every time.

Make Natural Skin Care a Breeze With Ingredients You Can Nab From Your Pantry

You're environmentally conscious, you eat organic and you're religious about recycling — so of course, you want to treat your skin with the same care. And you know what? It's actually pretty easy to achieve. You can even create your own natural skin care concoctions at home using DIY recipes, which are just as effective as store-bought products. Keep reading for some of our favorite natural skin care DIYs.