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Sandra Bullock Addresses Aidan Quinn’s Absence From Practical Magic Sequel

Sandra Bullock Addresses Aidan Quinn’s Absence From Practical Magic Sequel

Published by Sam Flores

Sandra Bullock has opened up about why her love interest, played by Aidan Quinn, won’t be back in the upcoming Practical Magic sequel. The Oscar winner’s character, Sally Owens, may have had her happy ever after with Aidan’s Investigator Gary Hallett in the 1998 cult classic, but it looks like their romance may not have worked out after all. “And if you know the original film, you can probably guess why,” Sandra teased when she appeared at CinemaCon alongside her on-screen sister Nicole Kidman last week. Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman at CinemaCon Practical Magic follows a multigenerational family of witches whose heartbroken ancestor cursed their bloodline, so that any man who falls in love with them dies a tragic death. At the end of the film, it appeared that the women had beaten the curse, and finally got their happy endings. The upcoming sequel will explore the curse as a new generation of Owens women discover this family secret. Judging from the trailer, Sally and her sister Gillian appear to be single in this …

‘Top Gun 3,’ ‘Practical Magic 2’ and more buzzy movies previewed

‘Top Gun 3,’ ‘Practical Magic 2’ and more buzzy movies previewed

Published by Sam Flores

“Long live the movies.” Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. That’s how Paramount Skydance chief David Ellison opened his presentation at CinemaCon, the annual film industry event in Las Vegas, on Thursday. The sentiment is one that rang true all week, as studios, including Paramount, brought their top stars and directors to the stage to give sneak peeks at their upcoming slates. Here’s a look at some of the buzziest titles that were teased. Disney ‘The Mandalorian and Grogu’ Baby Yoda is making his way to the big screen, and filmmaker Jon Favreau is ready to introduce him to “a brand-new audience.” The film, which also stars Pedro Pascal and Sigourney Weaver, hits theaters May 22. ‘Toy Story 5’ Tom Hanks and Tim Allen speak during CinemaCon on Thursday in Las Vegas.David Becker / Getty Images for CinemaCon The beloved Pixar “Toy Story” franchise is tackling technology. Viewers learned at CinemaCon that the film’s fifth installment shows a young kid entranced by her Lilypad device, rather …

A practical guide to the 2026 World Cup

A practical guide to the 2026 World Cup

Published by Sam Flores

BBC Sport and ITV have once again split the matches between them, with two of England’s group matches on ITV (the first against Croatia and third against Panama) and one on BBC (the second match against Ghana). The final will be shown on both channels simultaneously. Since the 1998 World Cup, England’s win percentage at major tournaments is considerably better on BBC, leading to fears of an “ITV curse”. Scotland’s group games follow the reverse pattern, with their group-stage opener against Haiti and third match against Brazil on BBC and the middle game against Morocco on ITV. For the first time, parts of the World Cup will be free to watch on YouTube after Fifa struck an agreement with the streaming platform. The first 10 minutes of every game will be streamed live on YouTube, with broadcasters sharing a select number of full matches on the website. “Content creators” will be part of the coverage as Fifa seeks to attract a new generation of fans. Fan groups demanded an immediate halt to World Cup ticket …

Sandra Bullock Talks Practical Magic 2, Paramount Deal With Pam Abdy

Sandra Bullock Talks Practical Magic 2, Paramount Deal With Pam Abdy

Published by Daniella Wilson

As Paramount closes in on its mega-deal for Warner Bros. Discovery, Warners’ film team is not letting the uncertainty change how they do their jobs, according to co-chair and CEO Pam Abdy. Speaking at the CNBC Changemakers event in lower Manhattan Thursday alongside Practical Magic 2 star and producer Sandra Bullock, Abdy said that she and her co-CEO Mike De Luca are already greenlighting projects that won’t debut until 2028 and 2029, and are working to keep the staff at the studio engaged. “As a leader, I have a job to do every day. I have people that show up passionate and have a lot of work to do,” Abdy said. “So our whole entire ’26 slate is about to come out. We’re finishing up there, getting all the marketing campaigns ready. We have our entire ’27 slate that’s already locked and loaded, shooting, and we’re planning now. Mike and I are greenlighting movies for ’28 and ’29 right now. Like everything, we will have to see what happens. It’s in the regulatory process. There’s …

Sandra Bullock Pokes Jokes About Nicole Kidman Meme While Teasing Practical Magic 2

Sandra Bullock Pokes Jokes About Nicole Kidman Meme While Teasing Practical Magic 2

Published by Sam Flores

Nicole Kidman and Sandra Bullock had some fun while teasing their new sequel to Practical Magic at CinemaCon in Las Vegas. On Sunday night, the pair appeared on stage together at the movie event to discuss their supernatural reunion, with Sandra commenting: “Why do we come here, Nicole?” “We come to this place for magic,” the Oscar winner playfully responded. Nicole was, of course, alluding to her now-infamous advert for AMC, which premiered in 2021 and immediately went viral due to the A-lister’s earnest declarations about why she loves a trip to the cinema so much. Back in 2024, the Australian performer admitted she was well aware of the many memes she’d inspired over the years – and set the record straight on a few. As for her iconic AMC advert, she insisted: “I’ll do anything for cinema, so you can meme me as much as you want.” Elsewhere during their on-stage appearance at ComicCon, Nicole assured fans that they can look forward to more “midnight margaritas”, “jumping off the roof” and hers and Sandra’s …

7 practical ways to organize toys and kid stuff : NPR

7 practical ways to organize toys and kid stuff : NPR

Published by Sam Flores

A million magnetic tiles scattered across the living room. Stuffed animals piled high in the playroom. Outgrown baby gear taking up space in the closet. When you live with kids, your home is bound to get messy. And the more stuff they have, the more time you have to spend organizing it and cleaning it up. That’s why psychotherapist and mom of two Denaye Barahona prefers a less-is-more approach when it comes to buying and keeping kids’ clothes, toys and gear. When you “pare back on the amount of clutter in your life, you can focus on the most important things,” like quality time as a family, says Barahona, author of Simple Happy Parenting: The Secret of Less for Calmer Parents and Happier Kids. Plus, there’s a positive benefit for young children. Research has shown that when toddlers play in a quieter space with fewer toys, they “do more, create more and innovate more,” she says. So how do you begin the process of decluttering all your child’s things, whether it’s their beloved Pokémon card …

Online information about PFAS falls short on practical guidance

Online information about PFAS falls short on practical guidance

Published by skeptic

Analysis of top search results reveals gaps in PFAS risk communication and consumer advice. A new peer-reviewed study has raised concerns about the quality and usefulness of online information about PFAS, suggesting that many widely accessed sources fail to provide clear, actionable guidance for reducing exposure to the so-called “forever chemicals.” Published in Risk Analysis, the research examines how effectively websites communicate both the risks and mitigation strategies associated with per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), a class of persistent chemicals linked to a range of health issues, including cancer, immune dysfunction and reproductive complications. Why are PFAS dangerous? PFAS are a large class of synthetic chemicals widely used since the mid-20th century in industrial applications and consumer products such as non-stick cookware, water-repellent fabrics and firefighting foams. Their defining characteristic is an exceptionally strong carbon-fluorine bond, which makes them highly resistant to heat, water and chemical degradation. This durability also means PFAS persist in the environment and accumulate over time in soil, water and living organisms, including humans. Drinking water has emerged as a primary …

3 Practical Ways to Navigate Difficult Conversations

3 Practical Ways to Navigate Difficult Conversations

Published by Jenni Sidey

How many times have you avoided a subject that feels awkward, glossed over a point of tension, or redirected a conversation safely away from conflict? While these techniques may be useful to preserve relationships with casual acquaintances, when used with those we are close to, they instead create and perpetuate distance. The question then becomes: How do I address an uncomfortable subject with my partner or child or close friend? How do I begin a hard conversation with someone I love? Often the thought of raising a difficult subject with someone we care about makes us anxious. We worry we will create further tension – either by causing unnecessary hurt feelings in our loved one, or by ending up feeling hurt and more closed off ourselves. We may worry that we’ll cause more harm than good — either by making our loved one angry toward us, or by overreacting angrily ourselves. Whatever worrisome scenario we imagine, it often seems safer to “leave well enough alone,” to “not rock the boat,” in other words, and to …

5 practical ways I use Alexa that you might want to try

5 practical ways I use Alexa that you might want to try

Published by skeptic

Nowadays, almost every home has turned into a smart home, and honestly, for a good reason. It makes everyday life simpler and these automations save a lot of time. In my case, Alexa has become part of the routine. It switches lights on and off, gives me a quick weather update each morning, and quietly handles small tasks that would otherwise require my attention. But over time, I’ve started using it in far more practical ways. It helps me out in the kitchen when my hands are busy, sets reminders so nothing slips through cracks, and handles plenty of little things throughout the day that add up to real convenience. Once you start leaning on it like this, it stops feeling like just a gadget and becomes much more useful around the house, and chances are you’ll want to try a few of these uses yourself to get more out of it. Related This $15 smart home gadget gives me more peace of mind than a security camera I use it for a lot of …