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Sydney Morning Herald
19 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Sydney Morning Herald
I was at the airport and did the opposite of the Let Them theory – I have no regrets
Now the paint-by-numbers fever dream has left me and there may be no more Mission Impossible films to look forward to, I've been trying to find the next diversion to get me through winter. And I think I'm onto something. Or rather, my friend Amy is. She lives in Boston, has great teeth a great sense of humour and, it turns, out, great life hacks. Watching her two sons' ice hockey practice, Amy complained to another mum about how her bust is so big that her bra straps cut divots in her shoulders. The friend was bemused. Said she never wears a bra, especially in winter when you have on five layers. Asked why Amy would ever wear one unless meeting the bank manager. The conversation spurred Amy to do two things. First, abandon a bra unless she's working out. Second, ask why it took her until she was 40 to question doing something every day which she hated. Now, she asks, 'Who says?' when making decisions. Who says you have to wear a wretched undergarment just to create a pleasing silhouette? Who says you have to have porridge if you want pancakes? Loading It's the opposite to Mel Robbins' popular Let Them theory about letting go of the need to control others. You're letting go of others controlling you! So, I've been trying the Who Says game – starting small, but it's addictive. Who says heels are out? Who says you have to chop off your hair because Leslie Bibb did? Who says Steve Winwood is daggy? Who says you can't be sexy AF staring down 60 or super happy wearing comfy elastic waist pants? Who says we need a 10-step skincare routine and to move out of the way of bigger people on the footpath?
The Age
19 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Age
I was at the airport and did the opposite of the Let Them theory – I have no regrets
Now the paint-by-numbers fever dream has left me and there may be no more Mission Impossible films to look forward to, I've been trying to find the next diversion to get me through winter. And I think I'm onto something. Or rather, my friend Amy is. She lives in Boston, has great teeth a great sense of humour and, it turns, out, great life hacks. Watching her two sons' ice hockey practice, Amy complained to another mum about how her bust is so big that her bra straps cut divots in her shoulders. The friend was bemused. Said she never wears a bra, especially in winter when you have on five layers. Asked why Amy would ever wear one unless meeting the bank manager. The conversation spurred Amy to do two things. First, abandon a bra unless she's working out. Second, ask why it took her until she was 40 to question doing something every day which she hated. Now, she asks, 'Who says?' when making decisions. Who says you have to wear a wretched undergarment just to create a pleasing silhouette? Who says you have to have porridge if you want pancakes? Loading It's the opposite to Mel Robbins' popular Let Them theory about letting go of the need to control others. You're letting go of others controlling you! So, I've been trying the Who Says game – starting small, but it's addictive. Who says heels are out? Who says you have to chop off your hair because Leslie Bibb did? Who says Steve Winwood is daggy? Who says you can't be sexy AF staring down 60 or super happy wearing comfy elastic waist pants? Who says we need a 10-step skincare routine and to move out of the way of bigger people on the footpath?
Washington Post
a day ago
- Washington Post
Donald Trump thinks liberals hate America. Sir, have you met me?
The one time I officially lived abroad (Scotland, hardly the ends of the earth; nine months, hardly an eternity), my boyfriend sent a care package that made me cry, which had nothing to do with the boyfriend and everything to do with the fact that the package contained cherry Pop-Tarts. You couldn't buy them where I was staying, but I loved them and still do. I also love McDonald's. I love Thanksgiving Day parades and Fourth of July pool parties. 'Mission: Impossible' movies and John Grisham novels. Holiday Inn Expresses and my hometown's annual Corn Festival with a mountainous pile of corn right there on the street, which you can grab from and eat raw. I've been to every U.S. state except Hawaii and North Dakota and have loved things about each of them, so it is deeply confusing that Donald Trump and his allies keep insisting I hate America.
Otago Daily Times
a day ago
- Sport
- Otago Daily Times
Struggling Nuggets face brutal test against Rams
Cue the Mission Impossible theme. The Otago Nuggets host the Canterbury Rams at the Edgar Centre tonight. The Rams have set the benchmark in the NBL again this season. They are chasing a third consecutive title, while the Nuggets are just hoping to snap a lengthy losing streak. They are teams at either end of the competition standings. Keep your $5 in your pocket if you are planning on backing a roughie. That said, the Nuggets pressed the Rams into overtime in Christchurch in April. And despite their lowly position, they have been competitive in most matches. Well, up to a certain point. They tend to fade at the back end of games. No-one is more aware of their shortcomings than coach Mike Kelly. He could do with a little more X-factor on the roster and a third import. But there is no cavalry coming. He has to squeeze every last drop of talent from the personnel he does have. That will be the challenge tonight. Patrick Freeman and Michael Ruske return to bolster the bench, and players like Caleb Smiler, Mac Stodart and Christian Martin have been getting more opportunities at the elite level. "While we haven't had results in the NBL with wins, and that is frustrating, I have to remind myself that we are trying to get better every day and these young guys are doing exactly that," Kelly said. "Christian Martin, Mac Stodart and all of these guys who have not played a lot of NBL minutes have been a real key part for us to be competitive in every game we've played. "I think the continued improvement and development of these young guys has kind of been the [defining character] of the season." That said, a win would be good. The Nuggets have dropped 12 in a row. "I don't see it as us being down on confidence, but rather down on players. "With the guys that we've got here, we have to be able to execute almost perfectly to be in every game. "We have to play really tight basketball for each other and I think we've done that to a certain extent to keep ourselves in with a shot. "We've managed to do that in every one of these games, so that has been gratifying. "We've continued to work, continued to stay competitive. "I really do believe in the process and not just the results. "As much as I want the results, I think we are doing it the right way. "And we want to continue that against the Rams, who we had a phenomenal game against at their house. "They are a really talented team that is well-coached and plays super hard." NBL Dunedin, 7pm Otago Nuggets: Jonathan Janssen, Matthew Bardsley, Don Carey jun, Josh Aitcheson, Jaylen Sebree, Darcy Knox, Caleb Smiler, Patrick Freeman, Michael Ruske, Mac Stodart, Christian Martin, Liam Boomer. Canterbury Rams (possible): Taylor Britt, Walter Brown, Sean McDonald, Kyle Bowen, Tohi Smith-Milner, Max Darling, CJ Penha jun, Tamatoa Isaac, Tawhiri Cate, Mana Martin, Ihaka Cate, Tony Worthington.
American Military News
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- American Military News
It's about time Tom Cruise got an Oscar, the academy decides — Dolly Parton, too
It's finally Oscar time for Tom Cruise, the Motion Picture Academy of Arts & Sciences has decided. Cruise, Dolly Parton, actor-producer-director-dancer Debbie Allen and production designer Wynn Thomas will receive Academy Honorary Awards for their ample (and as-yet unrecognized) contributions to big-screen culture. They are, according to a statement Tuesday from academy President Janet Yang, 'four legendary individuals whose extraordinary careers and commitment to our filmmaking community continue to leave a lasting impact.' Cruise (who famously does his own stunts) has 'inspired us all,' according to Yang, with his 'incredible commitment to our filmmaking community, to the theatrical experience, and to the stunts community.' Sometimes called Hollywood's last real movie star, Cruise has fueled box office revenue like few others, drawing crowds to the wildly successful 'Top Gun' and 'Mission Impossible' films, not to mention 'Rain Man,' 'War of the Worlds,' 'Risky Business' and 'Jerry Maguire.' He has been nominated for four Oscars in the past — twice for lead actor, once for supporting actor and once for best picture, for 'Top Gun: Maverick' — but hasn't taken one home. Allen is being honored for her nearly five-decade career, during which she has acted, sung, danced, directed, produced and executive-produced. In that time she has choreographed the globally televised Academy Awards ceremony seven times and performed as well. 'Debbie Allen is a trailblazing choreographer and actor, whose work has captivated generations and crossed genres,' Yang said. While much of the six-time Emmy winner's work has been in TV, film credits tagged to her many job descriptions include 'Ragtime,' 'Fame,' 'Amistad,' 'Forget Paris' and more. And without Thomas' work, Spike Lee wouldn't be who he is today. Thomas started his career as a production designer on the director's 1986 effort 'She's Gotta Have It,' then continued their collaboration on 'Do the Right Thing,' 'Jungle Fever,' 'School Daze,' 'Malcolm X' and 'Da 5 Bloods.' He also worked on 'Eddie Murphy: Raw,' Robert Townsend's 'The Five Heartbeats' and 'King Richard,' which delivered a lead actor Academy Award for Will Smith. Other films on Thomas' resume? 'Hidden Figures,' which was nominated for three Oscars, and 'A Beautiful Mind,' which won four. 'Thomas has brought some of the most enduring films to life through a visionary eye and mastery of his craft,' Yang said. Meanwhile, Parton will take home the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award and its attendant Oscar statuette, an honor given 'to an individual in the motion picture arts and sciences whose humanitarian efforts have brought credit to the industry by promoting human welfare and contributing to rectifying inequities.' The singer and '9 to 5' star, whose husband, Carl Dean, died in March, has long put her fame to good use. Yang said Parton 'exemplifies the spirit' of the Hersholt award 'through her unwavering dedication to charitable efforts.' The woman behind Dollywood has been nominated for original song Oscars twice. The honors will be given out Nov. 16 at the academy's 16th Governors Awards in Hollywood. ___ © 2025 Los Angeles Times. Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.
