50 Best Carrie Underwood Songs
A new ranking of Carrie Underwood’s top 50 songs blends chart‑topping singles with lesser‑known album cuts, placing three low‑radio tracks inside the top ten. The list deliberately omits collaborations to spotlight Underwood’s primary vocal performances, spanning her nine‑studio‑album catalog. It underscores how fan‑favored deep cuts can rival commercial hits in lasting impact. The accompanying "20 Things" feature highlights her broader entertainment and business ventures since winning American Idol.
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14 Plants You Should Never Grow Next to Hydrangeas
Garden experts warn that many popular plants—such as lavender, rosemary, sunflowers, and black walnut trees—should be kept far from hydrangeas because their water, soil and chemical requirements clash. Hydrangeas thrive in moist, shaded, slightly acidic conditions, while many of the...
The Orielles Have Dropped Buzzing New Single ‘Wasp’ Ahead of Their Album ‘Only You Left’
Manchester trio The Orielles have released the buzz‑worthy single ‘Wasp’ ahead of their fourth album, ‘Only You Left’, which drops on March 13 via Heavenly Recordings. The track draws on the film *Black Narcissus* to explore themes of faith and purpose...
Bad Bunny Makes Asian Debut At Spotify’s Billions Club Live Concert In Tokyo
Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny made his Asian debut on March 7, 2026 at Tokyo’s Tipstar Dome Chiba, headlining Spotify’s Billions Club Live series. The concert celebrated his recent milestone of a song reaching one billion streams on Spotify and featured a setlist dominated by...
Miu Miu’s All-Star Cast for A/W 2026 Featured Gillian Anderson and Chloë Sevigny
Miu Miu closed Paris Fashion Week with its A/W 2026 “Mindful Intimacy” runway, starring icons Gillian Anderson and Chloë Sevigny. The collection referenced 1990s minimal tailoring, boot‑cut pants, zig‑zag headbands and block heels. Anderson, 57, closed the show in a cream appliquéd...
Roman Khimei and Yarema Malashchuk on Image-Making in Wartime
Ukrainian artists Roman Khimei and Yarema Malashchuk debut the "Pedagogies of War" exhibition in Madrid, running March 3‑June 21, 2026. The show features four multi‑channel video installations created since Russia’s 2022 invasion, each probing how conflict is visualized in a hyper‑mediated world. Works...
Nike Just Officially Revealed Its Futuristic New Air Liquid Max Sneaker
Nike officially unveiled the Air Liquid Max, the latest addition to its Air Max line, after a teaser appearance in rapper Yeat’s February music video. The sneaker features a new “point‑loaded Air” cushioning system that places flexible air units only...
Martin Luke Brown Has Shared His Reflective New Single ‘Back of My Mind’
Martin Luke Brown has released his reflective new single “back of my mind” through Bright Antenna Records, marking his first output since the 2025 album “man oh man !”. The track was co‑written and produced with Grammy‑winner Matt Zara and...
Justin Townes Earle’s Tragic Life Story Told in New Book
Jonathan Bernstein’s newly released authorized biography, "What Do You Do When You’re Lonesome," chronicles the turbulent life of singer‑songwriter Justin Townes Earle. The book uncovers his early immersion in Nashville’s underground Swindlers scene, chronic addiction battles, and fraught relationship with...
Italy Buys Rare Caravaggio Portrait for €30m
The Italian government has acquired a rare Caravaggio portrait for €30 million, one of the highest prices ever paid for artwork by the state. The painting, a 1598 depiction of Monsignor Maffeo Barberini—later Pope Urban VIII—was previously held in a private Florentine...
Jerry Garcia Symphonic Celebration Outlines Wolf Trap Date with Grahame Lesh, Melvin Seals, Tom Hamilton and More
The Jerry Garcia Symphonic Celebration will return on September 4, 2026 at Wolf Trap in Vienna, Virginia, featuring the National Symphony Orchestra. The concert honors 60 years of Grateful Dead music with classic tracks like “Dark Star” and “Ripple.” Veteran collaborators Melvin Seals, Jacklyn...
Near-Perfect Critic Rating For Ryan Gosling's 'Project Hail Mary'—Could Be Amazon's 1st Blockbuster
Amazon’s $200 million sci‑fi epic “Project Hail Mary,” starring Ryan Gosling, opened to a near‑perfect 95 % Rotten Tomatoes score from 61 critics. The film adapts Andy Weir’s bestseller and aims to become Amazon’s first true blockbuster after earlier mixed results. Early box‑office forecasts...
Modest Mouse Tap Janet Weiss for New Single “Look How Far,” Add Shows to 2026 Tour
Modest Mouse released a new two‑minute single, “Look How Far,” featuring former Sleater‑Kinney drummer Janet Weiss. The track showcases the band’s signature indie‑rock sound while highlighting Weiss’s dynamic percussion. Ahead of the release, the group expanded its 2026 U.S. tour,...
Women Without Men: A Novella that Tells the History of Iran Through Women’s Bodies
Women Without Men, Shahrnush Parsipur’s late‑1970s novella, was banned in Iran and its author imprisoned for its frank treatment of women’s sexuality. After decades of censorship, the book has been released in English for the first time, translated by Faridoun...
If You Love Horses, These Dreamy Equestrian Escapes Belong on Your Bucket List
Wellness tourism is set to exceed $1.4 trillion by 2027, and the 2026 trend is shifting toward low‑tech, nature‑based experiences. Luxury hotels worldwide are capitalizing on this momentum by embedding horseback riding into their guest programs, from Chile’s coastal Mari Mari...
Maria McManus and Agolde Launch a Capsule Collection of Denim Staples
New York designer Maria McManus has partnered with sustainable denim brand Agolde to launch a 16‑piece capsule collection. The line blends McManus’s ready‑to‑wear silhouettes with Agolde’s regenerative cotton, Eco‑Indigo dye, and Tencel‑enhanced fabrics, offering wide‑leg jeans, skater shorts, shirts, a...
Kith & On Debut the K-Tech 1 and K-Tech 2 as Part of New Multi-Year Partnership
Kith and Swiss running‑shoe brand On announced a multi‑year partnership, unveiling the K‑Tech 1 and K‑Tech 2 sneakers as part of Kith’s 15‑year anniversary celebration. The shoes incorporate On’s Cloudswift tooling, CloudTec cushioning and dual‑density Helion™ foam, and arrive in six distinct...
Park Bo-Gum to Lead Epic Period Film ‘The Sword: A Legend of the Red Wolf’
South Korean actor Park Bo-gum will headline the upcoming epic period film “The Sword: A Legend of the Red Wolf,” directed by veteran filmmaker Kim Han‑min. Set in 668 AD, the gritty historical thriller follows Chil‑seong, a memory‑less slave who discovers...
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Garden Experts Agree This Is the Easiest Perennial to Grow—Even for Beginners
Professional horticulturists agree that salvia is the easiest perennial to grow, offering months of vivid blooms with minimal care. The plant tolerates extreme heat, cold, and drought while remaining deer‑resistant and pollinator‑friendly. Experts also highlighted other low‑maintenance options such as...
A New Lift Will Unlock 1,000 Acres of Steep Expert Terrain at This Utah Resort
Powder Mountain in Utah announced a $40 million multi‑year expansion that will bring lift service to its famed DMI (Don’t Mention It) zone. The new Skytrac fixed‑grip triple chair will open over 1,000 acres of steep, expert terrain, raising the resort’s lift‑served...
Insurance That Covers Male Infertility Procedures Improves Opportunities for Family Building
A new study published in *Urology* shows that states mandating insurance coverage for male infertility procedures, alongside female care, experience six times higher IVF utilization and the greatest number of IVF‑born babies per 100,000 women. Male factor infertility accounts for...
Exploring the Peruvian Amazon, One Riverbend at a Time, on Abercrombie & Kent’s Debut Voyage
Abercrombie & Kent has launched its first Amazon river cruise, the 12‑cabin Pure Amazon, as part of its new Sanctuary collection. The boutique vessel sails 130 nautical miles through Peru’s Pacaya‑Samiria National Reserve, blending luxury amenities with design that showcases Shipibo‑Konibo art...
A Dose of Psilocybin Helps Smokers Quit in New Study
Researchers at Johns Hopkins found a single dose of psilocybin dramatically increased smoking cessation rates compared with nicotine patches. In a randomized trial of 82 smokers, 17 of 41 participants who received psilocybin remained abstinent after six months versus four...
Editor's Letter: The Travel Memories That Stay With Us
Condé Nast Traveler’s editor’s letter recounts a first‑time cruise on Silversea’s Silver Ray, using vivid sensory details to illustrate how travel can provide solace after personal loss. The piece weaves memories from Lisbon to Vigo with scenes of family moments worldwide, emphasizing that...
Watch: A Guided Tour of the Epic 345-Foot ‘Black Pearl’ Sailing Megayacht
IYC released a comprehensive virtual walkthrough of the 345‑foot Black Pearl, one of the world’s largest sailing megayachts, now available for charter. The video showcases standout amenities such as the industry‑first exterior cinema, a convertible pool, and a gold‑clad main...
This New Luxury Cruise Is Swapping Mass Tours for Hyperlocal Excursions
Oceania Cruises has introduced a new model of hyperlocal shore excursions, exemplified by the Allura’s farm lunch in Brisighella, Italy. Rather than traditional mass‑tour itineraries, the line curates immersive experiences that connect travelers with local artisans, food producers, and hidden...
One of These Writers Will Win $150,000
The Carol Shields Prize for Fiction unveiled its 2026 longlist of 15 titles, including Katie Kitamura’s *Audition* and Megha Majumdar’s *A Guardian and a Thief*, with a $150,000 award slated for June. Author Sarah J. Maas announced she has reclaimed the TV‑adaptation rights to...
First-of-Its-Kind Vaccine Protects Children From Deadly E. Coli Infections
Scientists announced ETVAX, the first oral vaccine that targets enterotoxigenic *E. coli* (ETEC) in children, after a large‑scale trial in The Gambia. The study involved 4,936 infants aged six to 18 months and demonstrated a 48% reduction in moderate‑to‑severe ETEC...
In Greenland's Remote Fjords and Tiny Settlements, a New Sense of Connection
Luxury expedition cruises are spotlighting Greenland’s remote fjords, with Ponant’s Le Lyrial and Le Commandant Charcot ferrying travelers from east‑coast Tasiilaq to Disko Bay. The territory’s new Nuuk Airport, slated for a direct Newark link in 2025, and a record...
Magtein Joins Schwarzenegger Platform for Brain Health Push
Magtein, a patented magnesium L‑threonate, announced a partnership with Arnold Schwarzenegger’s Pump Club at Natural Products Expo West 2026 to promote brain‑health content through newsletters and podcasts. The collaboration seeks to translate robust clinical research—including recent findings on cognition, sleep,...
Deer Tick Announce New Album & Tour, Share “Mary Singletary”
Deer Tick announced their ninth studio album, Coin‑O‑Matic, slated for a June 5 release on ATO Records. The record draws on Rhode Island’s hidden mob‑linked past, blending working‑class narratives with the state’s notorious underworld. Lead single “Mary Singletary” explores Catholic guilt...
BIG|BRAVE Announce Tenth Album “in Grief or in Hope,” And Share First Single
Montreal trio BIG|BRAVE announced their tenth album, *in grief or in hope*, slated for June 12 on Thrill Jockey. The lead single, *the ineptitude for mutual discernment*, arrives with a video directed by guitarist Mat Ball and colour‑graded by Stacy Lee. The record...
Umphrey’s McGee Announce Jake Cinninger’s Imminent Absence on March Run, Citing “Personal Resons”
Umphrey’s McGee announced that guitarist Jake Cinninger will miss their 14‑stop West Coast March run, citing personal reasons. The notice arrived on March 10, the day the tour kicks off at Solana Beach’s Belly Up Tavern. This follows a similar February withdrawal from the...
Cadillac F1 Proved It Deserves a Place on the Grid. Now, It Has to Find Performance
Cadillac's Formula 1 entry survived its maiden race in Melbourne, with Sergio Perez crossing the line in P16 and Valtteri Bottas retiring after a steering‑wheel issue. The weekend marked several firsts – running two cars simultaneously, executing the team's inaugural live pit stop...
The Mouth-Body Connection: Why Oral Health Matters for Longevity
The Longevity.Technology UNLOCKED episode highlights the mouth as a pivotal gateway to overall health, linking nasal breathing, oral microbiome, and dental habits to inflammation, sleep quality, and metabolic function. Clinicians Dr. Aoife Stack and Dr. James Goolnik argue that chronic...
Scientists Head Underground to Measure Effects of Gamma Rays on Superconducting Qubits
Scientists placed a four‑qubit superconducting chip 350 feet underground at Fermilab’s NEXUS lab to study how gamma rays generate correlated charge noise. By toggling a lead shield around the dilution refrigerator, they isolated gamma‑induced charge bursts from cosmic‑ray background, marking the...
Hit Sundance Queer Horror ‘Leviticus’ to Open New Directors/New Films 2026 — Full Lineup
The 55th New Directors/New Films festival will run April 8‑19 at Film at Lincoln Center and MoMA, presenting 24 feature films and 10 shorts. Adrian Chiarella’s queer horror "Leviticus" opens the program, with Neon securing worldwide rights at Sundance. The lineup closes...
Reservoir Strikes Worldwide Publishing Admin Deal with Hans Zimmer, Expanding Relationship with Academy Award-Winning Composer
Reservoir Media announced a worldwide publishing‑administration agreement with Academy‑Award‑winning composer Hans Zimmer, giving the company control over his extensive catalog through Remote Control Publishing. Zimmer’s body of work spans more than 200 projects and has generated over $30 billion in global box‑office...
Alfred Molina Is an Octopus in 'Remarkably Bright Creatures' Teaser
Netflix released the first‑look teaser for "Remarkably Bright Creatures," a new film adaptation of Shelby Van Pelt’s novel slated for streaming on May 8, 2026. The story follows Tova, an elderly widow working night shifts at an aquarium, who bonds with a...
Squamish Access Society Legend and Climbing Trail-Builder Brian Moorhead Retires
Brian Moorhead, the longest‑serving director of the Squamish Access Society, stepped down after 22 years on the board, transitioning to a non‑voting associate role. Over his decades‑long volunteer career he designed and maintained iconic trails such as the Murrin Park climber’s loop and...
2026 Porsche 911 Turbo S Tested: Approachable Insanity
Car and Driver’s 2026 Porsche 911 Turbo S blends a 3.6‑liter flat‑six with a hybrid system to deliver 701 hp and 590 lb‑ft of torque. The model shaves a tenth off the previous Turbo S, hitting 0‑60 mph in 2.0 seconds and completing the quarter‑mile in...
Love Story: Here's How to Get JFK Jr.’s Preppy, Timeless Style
FX’s new series “Love Story: John F Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette” has reignited interest in the late Kennedy’s fashion. The show highlights JFK Jr.’s understated pre‑ppy wardrobe—Oxford shirts, half‑zip jumpers, Chelsea boots, and signature Kangol caps—prompting a NYC look‑alike contest with a $250...
People Spent Over $20,000 On Records From GLENN DANZIG, MAYHEM & TOOL Last Month
Rare vinyl collectors spent more than $20,000 on high‑value records in February 2026, according to Discogs Marketplace data. The standout sale was Glenn Danzig’s ultra‑rare 1983 purple‑and‑black pressing of “Who Killed Marilyn?” which fetched $10,000, a first‑time listing on the platform....
Inside the Bootcamp That Transforms NFL Stars Into Film Industry Pros
Former and current NFL players participated in the NFL & NFLPA Film and Entertainment Career Tour, a four‑day bootcamp run by Deon Taylor’s Hidden Empire that teaches all aspects of filmmaking. Twenty‑six athletes, including Charles Tillman, worked on short‑film projects,...
Opinion: Making Afterschool & Summer Programs More Affordable for Millions of Families
A new America After 3PM study shows that while parents of nearly 30 million children desire after‑school or summer programs, only about 7 million are actually enrolled. Cost remains the primary obstacle, with almost 60 % of families unable to afford participation and...
Gucci Mane Has Changed Over the Years, but He Would Argue It’s for the Better
Gucci Mane has reinvented himself from a chaotic, legally‑troubled rapper in the late 2000s to a health‑conscious, legacy‑driven artist after his 2014‑2016 prison stint. He credits incarceration with reshaping his perspective, prompting a focus on mental and physical well‑being, business...
Japan Chubo Region Itinerary
A solo traveler is mapping a 21‑day, public‑transit‑only trip through Japan’s Chūbu region, allocating time to Matsumoto, Hirayu Onsen, Takayama, Gero Onsen, Kanazawa and Tokyo. Community members advise re‑ordering the itinerary—starting in Tokyo to avoid a grueling first‑day transfer—and suggest...
Nike’s Air Liquid Max Is a Bold New Chapter in Air Max History
Nike has unveiled the Air Liquid Max, the latest addition to its Air Max line, blending four decades of Air technology with a futuristic aesthetic. The shoe features a point‑loaded Air cushioning unit that targets pressure zones while shedding excess...
Eagles Reveal New 'One of These Nights' Expanded Edition
The Eagles will issue a deluxe edition of *One of These Nights* on May 1, marking the album's 50th anniversary with new mixes, Dolby Atmos, and high‑resolution audio. The set includes a previously unreleased 1975 Anaheim concert, featuring Bernie Leadon's final...
Unknown T Salutes His Day One Grime Heroes With ‘BBK’
East London rapper Unknown T has dropped the single “BBK,” a tribute to the first‑wave grime crews that shaped his early years. The track melds his drill‑rooted lyrical flow with melodic, grime‑style energy, showcasing his evolution as a versatile MC....