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Apple TV 4K and HomePod Mini Price Increases ‘Much More Striking’ Than New Features

Apple TV 4K and HomePod Mini Price Increases ‘Much More Striking’ Than New Features

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Daring Fireball‘s John Gruber shared his first impressions of the new Apple TV 4K and HomePod mini 2 this week, and he concluded that the price increases the devices received are “much more striking” than any of the new features introduced. Prior to receiving price increases in late June, the previous Apple TV 4K started at $129 in the U.S., while the previous HomePod mini was priced at $99. The new Apple TV and the HomePod mini 2 are priced at $299 and $149, respectively, so both devices are now significantly more expensive than they were just four months ago. Since the new Apple TV is only available in a single configuration with 128GB of storage and an Ethernet port, it is more fair to compare it to the equivalent previous-generation 128GB model, which was initially $149 and went up to $249 in late June. This means the new model is technically only $50 more expensive, but the reality is that the minimum you can spend on a new Apple TV 4K is now $299, …

Married…with Children star Katey Sagal, 72, looks worlds away from Peggy Bundy in striking new photos

Married…with Children star Katey Sagal, 72, looks worlds away from Peggy Bundy in striking new photos

Published by Daniella Wilson

Married…with Children star Katey Sagal looked so different from her famous sitcom character Peggy Bundy as she arrived at New York Comic Con on Saturday, dressed in a stylish black and white look. The 72-year-old stunned in black pants, a white collared shirt, and a black buttoned-up jacket, which she paired with black boots. She left her dark brunette locks down in a layered style and accessorized with tinted, black-rimmed glasses. © Getty ImagesKatey looked so different amid her Comic Con appearance It was a far cry from her Married…with Children costume, which consisted of bold, sky-high red hair and tight, loud clothing.  The show ran from 1987 to 1997, and made superstars out of Katey and her co-stars, Ed O’Neill, Christina Applegate and David Faustino. The truth behind Married…with Children © Getty ImagesShe starred in Married…with Children for 10 years Despite the show’s success, Katey later shared that the script was rife with misogyny, something which she was forced to grapple with as one of the lead actors. “It was a very misogynistic show. …

Striking images show new flash floods hitting central Nepal

Striking images show new flash floods hitting central Nepal

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Striking new images show new flash floods hitting central Nepal. This comes only six weeks after another disaster there left more than 1,400 dead and 5,000 missing. According to an initial assessment by the Nepalese authorities, at least five people are now missing. Elitsa Gadeva and France 2 have the details. Keywords for this article Source link

Scarlett Johansson, 41, showcases huge back tattoos in striking red dress at star-studded premiere

Scarlett Johansson, 41, showcases huge back tattoos in striking red dress at star-studded premiere

Published by Daniella Wilson

Scarlett Johansson made a showstopping appearance at the BFI London Film Festival on Saturday, October 10, turning heads in a striking red gown that revealed her elaborate back tattoos. The 41-year-old actress looked sensational as she joined her Paper Tiger co-star Adam Driver on the red carpet at London’s Royal Festival Hall, where the pair posed for photographs ahead of the screening. Scarlett opted for a vibrant scarlet floor-length gown featuring delicate shoulder straps, a softly draped neckline and a figure-skimming silhouette that flowed into an elegant skirt. © Alan Chapman/Dave Benett/WireImaScarlett’s stunning gown revealed her back tattoo The Hollywood star accessorized with a statement gold necklace featuring a green gemstone, while her blonde bob was styled in a sleek, side-parted blowout. However, it was the back of Scarlett’s dress that really caught the eye, revealing her extensive collection of tattoos, including an intricate arrangement of roses and a delicate lamb. The black-and-grey floral design stretches across her upper back, with several large roses connected by twisting stems and leaves, while a smaller lamb sits …

How will humans of the future be augmented? Six striking ideas from science fiction

How will humans of the future be augmented? Six striking ideas from science fiction

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The transformation of the human body has been a recurring concern of science fiction for more than 200 years. It has reflected both our hopes of overcoming physical limitations, and our fears about how technology may change what it means to be human. Science fiction is an important creative and speculative space in which to explore these possibilities, and the ethics surrounding them. It encourages us to reflect on the values that shape the futures we are building. Ranging from the iconic to the overlooked, these six screen offerings have all stretched our understanding of what technology could do to humans – in ways that provoke thought, wonder, and a little fear. Technology that boosts people’s physical and mental abilities is fast moving from science fiction to fact. In this series, we explore cutting-edge ways that human capabilities could be augmented both now and in the near future – and the ethics of these innovations. Expanded vision Strange Days (director: Kathryn Bigelow, 1995) Bigelow’s cult cyberpunk noir imagined wearable recording technology and immersive first-person experiences …

Saudi-led coalition accuses Houthis of striking Medina power station

Saudi-led coalition accuses Houthis of striking Medina power station

Published by Sam Flores

Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthis struck an electricity distribution station in the holy city of Medina in Saudi Arabia, the Saudi-led coalition said Thursday, sparking strong condemnation from the Muslim world. The alleged attack came as fighting intensifies in Yemen, where government forces said they carried out attacks on Houthi targets and AFP journalists heard explosions in the Houthi-held capital Sanaa. The Saudi-led coalition said a drone struck Medina’s Taibah electricity distribution station, which provides power to the Prophet’s Mosque, as the Houthis denied involvement. Medina, the burial place of the Prophet Mohammed and home to the Prophet’s Mosque, is one of Islam’s holiest cities alongside Mecca. Coalition spokesman Major General Turki al-Maliki said a drone struck the Taibah electricity distribution station at 5:11 am (0211 GMT) on September 29. “The investigation and evidence gathered by the competent authorities have confirmed the involvement of the Terrorist Houthi Militia in planning and executing this cowardly terrorist act, based on after-action review and the wreckage of the drone used,” he said in a statement. The coalition said one transformer was taken out of …

Kelly Ripa’s lookalike famous son makes striking modeling debut

Kelly Ripa’s lookalike famous son makes striking modeling debut

Published by Daniella Wilson

Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos’ youngest son, Joaquin Consuelos, is branching out into brand new territory. The 23-year-old actor, who recently wrapped his debut Broadway run in the Tony-winning revival of Death of a Salesman, is now making his modeling debut. © InstagramJoaquin Consuelos appears in a new Burberry fall outerwear campaign Joaquin took to social media to share that he was part of a new fall campaign by Burberry, featuring a collection of 170 portraits taken across four cities to celebrate 170 years of the luxury fashion house. The youngest Consuelos sibling, who is repped by CAA, posed for his portrait in New York City (with other portraits coming from London, Shanghai and Seoul) dressed in a honey beige coat atop an off-white ribbed sweater, paired with charcoal gray slacks, a button down underneath, and a blue baseball cap. Recommended videoYou may also likeWATCH: Meet Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos’ Family Joaquin wore one of the brand’s newest pieces, the mid-length Camden Heritage Car Coat, which currently retails on Burberry for nearly $2300. Of …

Ivanka Trump’s daughter almost eclipses model mom in striking black gown

Ivanka Trump’s daughter almost eclipses model mom in striking black gown

Published by Daniella Wilson

Ivanka Trump’s daughter, Arabella Rose Kushner, is slowly starting to steal the spotlight from her mom. The 15-year-old is beginning to carve out her own sartorial agenda – and it’s being defined by elegant black gowns and tailored suits. For the White House dinner welcoming Chinese President Xi Jinping for a state visit, Ivanka and her daughter slipped into chic gowns that oozed luxury. The First Daughter wore a baby-blue silk maxi dress that featured a strapless, corseted bodice embellished with intricate beading and delicate fringing. The gown was styled with silver pointed-toe heels and a pair of diamond drop earrings. Ivanka’s luscious blonde locks were styled into soft waves with a side parting while her makeup oozed glam, courtesy of a dark smoky eye and a glossy lip.  © InstagramIvanka and her daughter both wore stunning dresses Meanwhile, Arabella looked like her mom’s twin in a timeless black dress that featured a deep V-neck with delicate straps and a flowing silhouette. For a touch of glitz, Arabelle accessorized with a diamond-encrusted tennis necklace. Her …

Helena Christensen, 57, sizzles in plunging black lace lingerie in striking new photos

Helena Christensen, 57, sizzles in plunging black lace lingerie in striking new photos

Published by Daniella Wilson

Helena Christensen showcased a plunging black lace bodysuit in a series of Instagram photographs celebrating lingerie brand Coco de Mer’s 25th anniversary. The supermodel, 57, posed on a white bed in the sheer floral design before sharing a close-up of her shimmering makeup and a second lingerie look featuring intricate gold embroidery. “Happy 25th birthday to one of my favorite brands,” she wrote alongside the photographs, adding a black heart and tagging Coco de Mer. The post followed the brand’s anniversary party in London on September 17, which Helena attended during London Fashion Week. © InstagramHelena poses in sizzling lace lingerie Helena’s plunging lace look Helena’s black bodysuit featured delicate cap sleeves, a deep V-neckline and floral lace across the torso. Narrow bands defined the waist and under-bust, while scalloped edges softened the shoulders. She kept her accessories understated, wearing fine bracelets on both wrists and leaving her neckline bare. Her brunette hair fell in loose waves with a sweeping fringe. A close-up photograph offered a better look at her beauty choices, with silver shimmer around …

Uma Thurman could be mistaken for famous daughter in striking new pictures

Uma Thurman could be mistaken for famous daughter in striking new pictures

Published by Daniella Wilson

Uma Thurman is certainly defying any signs of ageing. The actress looked strikingly similar to her daughter, Maya Hawke, as she stepped out for the Prada spring/summer 2027 show during Milan Fashion Week. The 56-year-old graced the event clad head-to-toe in the Italian fashion house. Uma wore a red three-quarter sleeve top that featured a high neckline. The garment was styled with a khaki pleated maxi skirt trimmed with brown satin detailing. The ensemble was styled with pointed-toe black pumps and a pair of oversized sunglasses. Uma’s luscious blonde locks were styled into soft waves with a middle parting while her makeup was left natural and radiant, courtesy of a glowing complexion and a glossy lip. © GC ImagesUma Thurman stepped out for the Prada spring/summer 2027 show in Milan The actress’s daughter, Maya, is no stranger to a Prada ensemble, and even wore a similar outfit to her mom last year when she attended the Broadway opening of John Proctor is the Villain at the Booth Theatre in Midtown Manhattan. She donned a brown …