Nica del Rosario (L) shares a photo of her and partner Justine Pena in front of the Sydney Opera House in Australia on Thursday, August 18, 2022. (Photo from nicadelrosario’s Instagram) MANILA, Philippines – Musician Nica del Rosario will soon marry her partner, Justine Pena, in Australia. Del Rosario on Thursday took on Twitter to share a snapshot of the sky through an airplane window. “Off to get [married],” she wrote in the post’s caption. The singer later revealed that she and Pena flew to Sydney, Australia for their upcoming wedding. Contrary to the Philippines, same-sex marriage has been legal in Australia since 2017 – even for couples that are only tourist visa holders. Del Rosario and Pena, together with fellow artist Jelo Mateo, were behind former Vice President Leni Robredo’s campaign song “Kay Leni Tayo” for the 2022 presidential race. RELATED STORIES: PH LGBT-friendly, but 61% oppose same-sex marriage Keep fighting for same-sex marriage, CHR urges … [Read more...] about Nica del Rosario to wed partner in Australia
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Celebrity host Padma Lakshmi, Salman Rushdie’s ex-wife, on his recovery: ‘I can finally exhale’
Salman Rushdie is "pulling through" and is on the "road to recovery, his former wife and celebrated TV personality Padma Lakshmi and his agent said on Sunday, two days after the Mumbai-born author was stabbed in New York in what US authorities described as a "targeted, unprovoked, preplanned" attack. Rushdie was taken off a ventilator on Saturday and could talk after the best-selling author was stabbed on stage at a literary event in New York state on Friday. Rushdie, 75, and Chennai-born Lakshmi married in 2004 and got divorced in 2007. Lakshmi, 51, who is herself an author and the host of the hit culinary TV show TopChef, was Rushdie's fourth wife. "Relieved @SalmanRushdie is pulling through after Friday's nightmare. Worried and wordless, can finally exhale. Now hoping for swift healing, she said in a tweet. Relieved @SalmanRushdie is pulling through after Friday’s nightmare. Worried and wordless, can finally exhale. Now hoping for swift healing. Close … [Read more...] about Celebrity host Padma Lakshmi, Salman Rushdie’s ex-wife, on his recovery: ‘I can finally exhale’
‘House Of The Dragon’: Everything You Need To Know About The ‘Game Of Thrones’ Spinoff On HBO
Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin The wait is almost over. The House Of The Dragon premiere is slated to air on HBO and HBO Max this Sunday, August 21st at 9pm ET. The final, controversial episode of Game Of Thrones aired on May 19th, 2019 on HBO in a world that looks very different from the world we live in now. A year later, many of the world’s economies would grind to a halt as restaurants and schools and businesses shutdown in the face of an unprecedented global pandemic. Work on shows like House Of The Dragon, the prequel spinoff to Game Of Thrones, would grind to a halt or, at the very least, slow to a crawl. So what is House of the Dragon and why should fans—including disenchanted fans upset with how Game Of Thrones ended—be excited about this new show? Read on for everything you need to know about House of the Dragon and why I, for one, think everyone should be genuinely hyped for what’s to come. (I have seen the … [Read more...] about ‘House Of The Dragon’: Everything You Need To Know About The ‘Game Of Thrones’ Spinoff On HBO
‘The Last Movie Stars’: The Coveted HBO Max Limited Documentary Series Appeals To All Ages
Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin As cultures and communities evolve, TV and streaming genres do as well. So, it is particularly refreshing to see how positively the audience (and the critics) have responded to HBO Max’s limited documentary series The Last Movie Stars . Designed both as a showcase for the older generation familiar with the body of work on film by Paul Newman and Joanne Woodward, and for the younger generation, perhaps, not as aware of them (if at all), The Last Movie Stars breaks the stereotype that viewers of a specific age range will only consume certain types of content. Fans and viewers of all ages have responded to this documentary tale of these two film legends who, surprisingly, kept much of their lives private. “They had love, they had family, and they were ethical citizens,” noted director Ethan Hawke in the film, who in this six-part tour de force assembles a wide array of celebrities (including George Clooney as Paul Newman … [Read more...] about ‘The Last Movie Stars’: The Coveted HBO Max Limited Documentary Series Appeals To All Ages
Who Was Piero Angela, Italy’s Most Respected Science Journalist
Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Piero Angela, Italy’s most famous science journalist and TV presenter, died earlier this week, at 93 years of age. A central figure in the country’s broadcast field, he was regarded as a knowledgeable, all-round science presenter and, more generally, as one of the most respected public figures in the country. When his son Alberto (who followed in his father’s footsteps and is also a science journalist and presenter - they have often worked together), gave the news of his passing on social media, many institutional figures issued statements filled with sadness and regret. “A great Italian has passed away; All of Italy is grateful to him”, said the country’s President Sergio Mattarella. “He united the country like few others have done”, also declared Prime minister Mario Draghi. The life of Piero Angela Piero Angela was born in Turin in 1928. He spent most of his career as a journalist and TV presenter in Italian public … [Read more...] about Who Was Piero Angela, Italy’s Most Respected Science Journalist
Talking Travel With Seinfeld’s John O’Hurley
Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Actor John O'Hurley has entertained and inspired thousands, carving his way into American pop culture in both television and film, most notably with his portrayal of the wildly eccentric character, "J. Peterman," on television's popular comedy, Seinfeld, for which he won a Screen Actor's Guild Award. He has starred on more than 50 television shows and two dozen films. He became one of America's most popular game show hosts with such classics as To Tell The Truth and Family Feud . He has starred on Broadway and around the country in such hits as Chicago and Spamalot. Mr. O’Hurley is also host of the NBC Thanksgiving television tradition, The National Dog Show , enjoyed annually for thirteen years by 25 million viewers. He extends his reach today into the world of business as a private venture capitalist and is actually a part-owner of the real J. Peterman Company , the subject of his Seinfeld- ian … [Read more...] about Talking Travel With Seinfeld’s John O’Hurley
Covid Brought A Much-Needed Tech Infusion To The Lives Of Older Adults At Home And Senior Living Communities
Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Covid-19 has brought us undeniable heartache and stress. However, it has also yielded some positive changes to our lives, and one of those is better and more widely used communication technology. Cell phones, especially smartphones, have become almost indispensable to daily life. Ninety-one percent of older adults own a cell phone and 53% of those are smartphones. And during Covid, they came into major use with food delivery from restaurants and from grocery stores. Some of the most popular food delivery apps, like Instacart, UberEats, Doordash , and Grubhub GRUB , are still enjoying wide popularity. Zoom , Skype , and FaceTime allow us to connect with loved ones and business associates no matter how far we live from them. Smart home devices provide entertainment, safety, and convenience for older adults in their home. These smart devices and upgraded internet connectivity have also made possible the … [Read more...] about Covid Brought A Much-Needed Tech Infusion To The Lives Of Older Adults At Home And Senior Living Communities
Inflation Woes? Retirees On Social Security May Get Some Great News
Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Inflation is an obvious concern for retirees. Living on a fixed income and seeing volatility impact your retirement portfolio can be stressful and daunting. A silver lining may be on the horizon. The Senior Citizens League has indicated that the cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for 2023 could be around 9.6%, the highest increase since 1981. COLA increases are set in October. The reason for the increase is simple: Prices are going up, particularly for older people. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) was up 8.5% annually in June. Some of the biggest price jumps, especially for seniors, were in the following categories, from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS): ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT From the data, its apparent that the price increases for some component costs of retirement living are vastly exceeding the potential increase in benefit. Second silver lining. One second silver lining is … [Read more...] about Inflation Woes? Retirees On Social Security May Get Some Great News
9 Retirement Strategies To Protect Against Inflation And Stock Market Declines
Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Retirees are getting doubly squeezed by inflation and declines in their retirement savings; many pre-retirees are understandably worried as well. For many seniors, it’s a déjà vu from the 1960s and 1970s, when the United States experienced high inflation and stock market volatility. To address this issues and shore up your retirement finances, you’ll want to manage both sides of the “magic formula for retirement security”: I > E , or retirement income greater than your living expenses This means seeking ways to boost your retirement income, while also reducing or containing your living expenses. Let’s look at some strategies for each side of this formula. MORE FROM FORBES Retirees: Assess How Inflation And Stock Market Volatility Has Impacted Your Finances By Steve Vernon Boost your retirement income Stay the course with retirement investing. Throughout the past century, over long … [Read more...] about 9 Retirement Strategies To Protect Against Inflation And Stock Market Declines