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24Jan By Maya HuangNo Comments

Gratitude Journal: Wellness & Self-Care Edition

"Gratitude Journal: Wellness & Self-Care Edition" is a guided journal designed to help women cultivate gratitude for their health and wellness journey. It emphasizes the importance of self-care rituals, body positivity, fitness, and mental well-being.This journal is a supportive space for women to reflect on their daily self-care routines, fitness goals, mindfulness practices, and the gratitude they feel toward their bodies.✓ Daily supportive prompts and affirmations along with soothing yet empowering reflections to encourage meditation.✓ The Perfect 6’ x 9’ size with plenty of writing space, while still being small enough to be conveniently carried around.✓ Every other day inspirational image to help you focus on yourself.Start today—set aside a few moments each day to ref...

20Jan By Maya HuangNo Comments

Books & Media

Foreigners in Japan Write Nonfiction

Factors Influencing Foreigners to Write Nonfiction in JapanThe motivations driving foreigners to pen nonfiction in Japan are as varied as their backgrounds. Some essential factors include:Cultural Exploration: Many writers seek to understand and express their experiences in this unique setting.Story of Integration: Personal stories of adaptation and challenges resonate with readers both in and out of Japan.Diverse Perspectives: Writers provide fresh insights into quintessentially Japanese themes, enriching the literary tapestry.Take Sarah, an American author, who discovered a passion for Japanese tea ceremonies. Her nonfiction work not only documented her journey but also bridged cultural gaps, offering Japanese and Western readers a new view of tradition.Experiences and Perspectives of Fo...

Science Proves Celebrity Gossip Is Good for US

19Jan By The MillerNo Comments

The Mill

Science Proves Celebrity Gossip Is Good for US

Social Gossiping Calms Nerves Younghoon Kim with his jaw-dropping IQ of 276 shared that he’s all about celebrity news. He’s a huge K-Pop lover and keeps tabs on what’s happening with Taylor and Travis. As he told our Editor-in-Chief Dan Wakeford, “I love news and stories from the entertainment world because it really helps with my anxiety.”Gossip actually gives everybody social currency. We’ve all pretended to know about a movie, band, or podcast just to keep the conversation going, right? Entertainment news is like the glue that holds social circles together. Asking who watched "Love Is Blind" last night might sound like small talk, but it sets the stage for better teamwork at work and social settings. Science Proves Chatter is Fine A study from Stanford and the University of Maryland f...

Date Night in Paris: Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet

16Jan By Noah BennettNo Comments

The Mill

Date Night in Paris: Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet

Background of Kylie Jenner and Timothée ChalametBrief introduction to Kylie JennerKylie Jenner, an iconic figure in pop culture, first gained acclaim through the reality show "Keeping Up with the Kardashians." As a savvy businesswoman, she launched her beauty brand, Kylie Cosmetics, which skyrocketed her to billionaire status. Living life in the spotlight, she’s known for her glamorous lifestyle and captivating social media presence. Many admire her for her entrepreneurial spirit, making her a role model for aspiring business owners.Brief introduction to Timothée ChalametOn the other hand, Timothée Chalamet is a celebrated actor known for his remarkable talent and distinct style. He burst onto the scene with acclaimed films like "Call Me by Your Na...

Costello vs. Genovese: "The Alto Knights"

14Jan By Ana ValdezNo Comments

Film & TV

Costello vs. Genovese: "The Alto Knights"

Frank Costello, Vito Genovese feud Robert De Niro is partnering again with Nick Pileggi, the screenwriter of "Goodfellas," to bring another true story about the Italian-American mafia to life. In the initial trailer for "The Alto Knights," De Niro plays two actual mob bosses from the 1950s, Vito Genovese and Frank Costello, amidst their territorial conflict. The official synopsis reveals that although they were once close friends, their growing jealousies and a number of betrayals set them on a lethal path.Barry Levinson, known for producing "The Sopranos" and "The Wire," directs the film. He has a history of collaboration with De Niro, having previously worked together on the HBO film "The Wizard of Lies" (2017) and the political satire "Wag the Dog" (1997).https://www.youtube.com/wat...

10Jan By Noah BennettNo Comments

The Mill

Stars lose homes in Los Angeles

Stars whose homes have burned down Celebrities such as Crystal and his spouse, Janice, were reminiscing about the homes they had to leave behind.The Crystals have lost their home in the Pacific Palisades area, where they had lived for 45 years. "Janice and I have been in this house since 1979, raising our children and grandchildren here. Every part of our home was filled with love and beautiful memories that can never be erased. We are obviously heartbroken, but with the support of our children and friends, we will manage to overcome this," the Crystals stated.After discovering that her home in Pacific Palisades had been destroyed in the fires, Melissa Rivers expressed gratitude for her family's safety but felt heartbroken over "losing parts of my family's history." She mentioned that ...

10Jan By Maya HuangNo Comments

Books & Media

Greek mythology books

Books About Greek Mythology That Fans of "Percy Jackson" Will Love In "The Lightning Thief," which kicks off the Percy Jackson and the Olympians series, Percy's school books on mythology come to life when he realizes he’s actually the son of Poseidon, the Greek god of the sea. Pretty cool, right?We’ve rounded up eight books that have the same vibes and adventures across middle grade, young adult, and adult fiction. These stories are great for young readers and also for those who grew up loving “Percy Jackson” and want something a bit more grown-up. "Threads That Bind" This story dives into the lives of the descendants of the Fates in a world where kids of the gods inherit their powers. Io, the youngest sister in the Ora clan, uses her skills to work as a private investigator. She sets ou...

10Jan By Ana ValdezNo Comments

Film & TV

“When The Stars Gossip”

Stars Gossip When The Stars Gossip hits Netflix in 2025 and it's the first big Korean drama of the year. Lee Min-Ho is back as Dr. Gong Ryong, a space tourist on a groundbreaking mission from South Korea. The show's written by Seo Sook-Hyang, who’s made some hits like Something In The Rain and The Heirs. Lee Min-Ho stars opposite Gong Hyo-Jin, and fans are excited to see him back in a Korean drama after five long years. His last show, Pachinko, was a massive hit. Here’s what we think about When The Stars Gossip. Bollywood Storytelling If you’re a fan of Bollywood storytelling, you’re gonna love When The Stars Gossip. It’s packed with humor, drama, and that melodramatic flair that many desi viewers enjoy. You might even get a vibe reminiscent of some fun David Dhawan films. Lee Min-Ho plays...

8Jan By The MillerNo Comments

The Mill

Royals & Conspiracy Theories

Prince William Prince William's choice to skip a significant family event on Tuesday, along with the lack of any explanation, has led to a surge of rumors, speculation, and outlandish conspiracy theories surrounding the British royal family. As the memorial service for William's late godfather, former King Constantine II of Greece, was about to begin at St. George’s Chapel in Windsor on Tuesday, royal insiders disclosed that the Prince of Wales would not attend due to a personal issue. According to a source who spoke to CNN, William reached out to the Greek royal family to inform them of his sudden change of plans.Typically, missing events does not generate the kind of speculation that has recently occurred. If we look back two years, there was not nearly as much online conjecture as we'...

7Jan By Maya HuangNo Comments

Books & Media

Books to Read in January

4 Books of January "Playworld" It’s been a whole fifteen years since Ross’s debut novel Mr. Peanut, if you can believe it. He’s back with an equally ambitious, if somewhat less deadly, anti-bildungsroman about a child actor in 1980s New York City being continually let down by the adults in his orbit—an epic family-cum-social novel bursting with detail so specific you might, at times, find that you believe in it just a little bit more than what you see out your window. "The Life of Herod the Great" When Zora Neale Hurston died, she was working on a sequel to her book about Moses and now, some 65 years later, we get to see what that might have been. It wasn’t lost, per se—the manuscript has been available to scholars at the University of Florida since Hurston’s papers went there after her de...