The bad news is that we miss spending our money. You know, that metal moth we saw in a back-alley shop on one of our rural getaways; how we loved buying it and hanging it on our garden wall, and casually bringing up the story of where we saw it first. If making money was a joyless affair, spending it was always a thrill. We don’t get the same pleasure out of shopping today; the virus has been a buzz-kill. We do wander online, adding to the cart, but a little voice in our heads nags us constantly: ‘Do we need this, do we really need this?’ … [Read more...] about Someone do the costing
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The definitive ‘Insecure’ friendship status rankings heading into the season finale
3. Kelli We don’t quite know how this core group of friends met, but it’s likely that it happened in college and that Kelli (Natasha Rothwell) is the force who brought them all together. Kelli is the one person in their group who is actually secure, even when it means being a mess. She is loud and unapologetic, but is content with her work and dating life, and with being a mess when she chooses to be—even if it means faking a London accent to a romantic prospect. Kelli has been the constant voice in Issa’s ear this season, telling her to work things out with Molly. Kelli has also helped Issa with other life stuff, like getting her bills together and figuring out how to get a new apartment. We don’t see Kelli and Issa’s dynamic play out as much as that of Issa and Molly, but Kelli has proven to be more of a rock-solid friend than Tiffany and Molly. Kelli isn’t without judgment, but she’s upfront with it, it comes from a place of love, … [Read more...] about The definitive ‘Insecure’ friendship status rankings heading into the season finale
Coronavirus pandemic: 3 babies die in 48 hours in Chhattisgath quarantine centres; Health Minister says system ‘overburdened’
Three girls died in 48 hours in three separate quarantine centres across Chhattisgarh. According to officials, two died due to asphyxiation while they were being fed and the third, a four-month-old infant, had been ill for the last few days. Her COVID-19 report is still awaited. … [Read more...] about Coronavirus pandemic: 3 babies die in 48 hours in Chhattisgath quarantine centres; Health Minister says system ‘overburdened’
Hulu’s ‘Ramy’ is back—with even more provocative questions for the Muslim-American diaspora
In season two, which debuts on Hulu May 29, Ramy doubles down on being a niche show exploring what it’s like to be a first-generation Egyptian-American who grew up in New Jersey. The series is aware that it can’t be a voice for all Muslims. Youssef can’t dissect the experiences of women, or black Muslims, or queer Arabs, or those who recently immigrated to the U.S. with the same degree of precision he does with his own experience. But he knows how to get a conversation started, and sometimes that’s what’s most important. … [Read more...] about Hulu’s ‘Ramy’ is back—with even more provocative questions for the Muslim-American diaspora
Wanted? The World’s Goofiest Sleeping Device Is Now For Kids, Too
The designers were surprised when much of the first wave of satisfied Ostrich owners later bought additional pillows for friends and family. “Our nappers love the Ostrich Pillow,” they say, adding that they petitioned the designers for the kiddie version. The update, which comes in two sleepy flavors (Berry Snooze and Dreamy Waves), just made good business sense. … [Read more...] about Wanted? The World’s Goofiest Sleeping Device Is Now For Kids, Too
