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Cosmopolitan
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Cosmopolitan
See J.T. Geissinger's ‘Blackthorn' Cover Reveal
J.T. Geissinger isn't afraid to go to the dark side. In fact, she's been inching closer and closer to it ever since she had us obsessed with her Queens and Monsters series. Now she's changing things up with a brand new gothic tale that will absolutely get you talking and make you wonder what other dark secrets she has up her sleeves. Cosmopolitan has an official first-look at J.T. Geissinger's Blackthorn, which is set to release on November 4, 2025. The new standalone novel takes reader to the one and only Blackthorn Manor, where the family of the same name holds lots of secrets. But when a funeral brings back two members of the family in the middle of a search for a missing body, there's no doubt that something darker is happening and one of them must turn to the person they least expected the most. "Blackthorn is a novel born from my fascination with women who defy expectations and refuse to be controlled," J.T. Geissinger exclusively reveals to Cosmopolitan. "This story blends everything I love—unruly heroines, forbidden romance, and the darkest of family secrets—with a gothic edge that claws its way under the skin. I'm thrilled to finally share it with readers, and I can't wait for you to step inside Blackthorn Manor…if you dare." Here's some more info from our friends at Bramble: And if you thought that the premise was exciting, wait until you see the cover. The stunning new cover art by Sasha Vinogradova is the perfect welcome to the Blackthorn Manor. And what better way to elevate your stay than sprayed edges by Bastien Lecouffe Deharme that will absolutely make your jaw drop. Check them out below! You're expected at Blackthorn on November 4, 2025. Until then, you can count down the days by pre-ordering the book and checking out J.T.'s previous books as well! Trust us, it'll be worth the wait! Blackthorn, by J.T. Geissinger will be released on November 4, 2025. To preorder the book, click on the retailer of your choice: AMAZON AUDIBLE BARNES & NOBLE BOOKS-A-MILLION BOOKSHOP APPLE BOOKS KOBO TARGET WALMART POWELL'S BOOKS HUDSON BOOKSELLERS GOOGLE PLAY
Newsweek
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Dog Has Hilarious Reaction As Owner Clears Out His 'Hoarder' Den
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. An 8-year-old cocker spaniel named Bramble has been caught red-pawed, hoarding a surprising collection of items in her self-made den. In a TikTok video uploaded to @bellyupbramble, which has since garnered over 745,000 views and more than 64,000 likes, Bramble's millennial owner invites viewers to witness her uncover the secret stash. The caption reads: "Come with me to upset Bramble, a.k.a. empty her den." Peering into a small hole in the wall that leads to Bramble's hidden cave, the owner looks unimpressed as she begins extracting one item after another—starting with a gray T-shirt, then a slipper, and eventually 23 socks. Bramble sits quietly beside her, ears drooped and eyes wide, as if silently pleading her case. Once the treasure trove is emptied, Bramble adorably buries her head into her owner's lap, an apparent mix of guilt and shame—though she cheekily manages to snag another sock before it is all over. The clip is captioned: "Bramble's a hoarder. Or maybe just a thief." Why Dogs Steal or Hoard—And What To Do About It Joe Nutkins, a Kennel Club-accredited dog trainer, told Newsweek that stealing behavior in dogs can sometimes be linked to resource guarding or even hormonal changes—particularly in female dogs experiencing phantom pregnancies. During these periods, dogs may instinctively gather items such as toys, clothing, shoes, or even feathers to build a "nest" and care for what they perceive as a puppy. Nutkins has shared five practical strategies for managing and redirecting dogs like Bramble: 1. Turn Stealing Into a Game If your dog is playfully stealing (not guarding or aggressive), you can use it as a fun interaction. Run the other way or encourage a playful chase, then offer a higher-value item like a favorite toy or treats to swap for the stolen one. 2. Teach a 'Tidy Up' Trick Train your dog to drop items into a storage bin for a treat. This reframes stealing as a shared activity, helping the dog associate tidying with positive reinforcement—and you get everything in one place. 3. Respect Their Safe Space If your dog hides items in a bed, crate, or den, call them out using a toy or treat instead of diving in while they are present. Once they're distracted, retrieve the items to avoid conflict or anxiety. 4. Create Decoy Items Offer safe, scent-infused decoy items (like old socks or towels) as part of a game. Hide them and encourage your dog to find and "hoard" these instead of your possessions. 5. Watch for Guarding Behaviors If your dog shows signs of resource guarding (growling or aggression), seek professional help. Don't corner or confront them. Instead, distract them and remove access to the item once they have moved away. TikTok Reacts Stock image: A Dobermann pinscher pulls a sock while playing close up. Stock image: A Dobermann pinscher pulls a sock while playing close up. Markus Frenzel/iStock / Getty Images Plus The popular video has over 1,000 comments—with many users defending Bramble. "I'd like to represent Brambles in court … no one saw anything, you have no witnesses, I suggest to you m'lord that Brambles is indeed innocent," said one user. Another posted: "Bramble's like 'I've never seen those before in my life!' I can also say as her alibi, that she is innocent on the multiple days that those socks were clearly planted in her den." "The jury finds her not guilty," added a third commenter. Newsweek reached out to @bellyupbramble for comment. We could not verify the details of the case. Do you have funny and adorable videos or pictures of your pet you want to share? Send them to life@ with some details about your best friend, and they could appear in our Pet of the Week lineup.
Spectator
28-05-2025
- Science
- Spectator
Should we give weight loss jabs to children?
I have seen the future of food. And some of you won't like it. On a research trip to the Netherlands last week, along with the fellow partners of my firm, Bramble, I took a speedboat tour of the port of Rotterdam. One of the most awesome sights was the so-called 'Innocent Blender' – a vast smoothie-making fortress, box-shaped and silver – glinting over the water. This is where the British-based, Coca-Cola-owned company makes its 'tasty little drinks'. The factory location makes sense: most of Europe's imported fruit comes via Rotterdam. Massive tankers – 600ft long and filled with 40,000 tons of chilled orange juice from Brazil – move through constantly. The Blender is completely electric, runs on renewable energy and uses robots to purée, bottle and package. There isn't anything wrong with this, even if it doesn't quite chime with Innocent's cutesy image. The global food system is stretched to capacity, struggling to cope with global instability and the extreme weather of climate change. As a species, we need to harness cutting-edge science if we are to feed ten billion people (the projected population of 2060), while also giving some land back to the ecosystems we've been chewing through for decades. On our second day, we visited Wageningen University and Research – the epicentre of food system innovation. There we were shown a pill containing a miniaturised computer which, as it passes through your gut, sends live readings to your phone: temperature, acidity, location and transit time. The next model will take fluid samples at precise locations, providing a full readout of your microbiome. You then pass it in the usual fashion, give it a rinse – and hand it on to the next person. Vertical farms, growing vegetables under LED lights, without sun or soil, are familiar.
Geek Girl Authority
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Geek Girl Authority
Book Review: BEHOOVED
Thank you to Bramble for sending me a copy of Behooved in exchange for an honest review. About Behooved by M. Stevenson Bianca knows duty comes before love, so she agrees to a political marriage to Prince Aric. But her new husband is cold and distant. Even worse, an assassination attempt on their wedding night leaves him magically cursed into horse form. Bianca escapes atop her horse-husband, who returns to human form only at sunset. Framed for Aric's murder and entangled in a plot against the throne, Bianca must rely on the prince she barely knows to survive. As danger mounts and sparks begin to fly, the unlikely pair must break the curse, clear Bianca's name, and save the kingdom before their time runs out. RELATED: New Release Radar: New Books Coming Out on May 20 M. Stevenson's debut Behooved is a slightly ridiculous but ultimately charming romantic fantasy novel. While it's lighter in tone, Stevenson does invest more in politics and high-stakes danger than a lot of other novels in this genre. There's a conspiracy looming over everything, and the threat of war between nations is definitely real. That said, all of the hallmarks of cozy fantasy and romance novels are present. There are plenty of expected tropes, namely an arranged marriage and only one bed at the inn. There's also a sort of enemies-to-lovers relationship, although that's due mostly to a forced miscommunication between the couple. RELATED: Book Review: Where Shadows Bloom Fun, Easy, Slightly Cheesy Something that helps Behooved stand out from the rest is Bianca's chronic illness. Her unnamed condition (based on celiac disease in the author's note) is unpredictable and affects her daily life. Bianca manages some symptoms with tonics, but faces extreme societal pressure to hide her 'weakness.' Early on, her parents demand that she conceal her condition, resulting in internalized ableism that affects Bianca's self-image. Stevenson's nuanced depiction captures the psychological toll of growing up disabled in an ableist world. Aric's acceptance and his role in helping Bianca better understand her condition make their relationship truly transformative, offering more than just romance. If you're looking for a fun, easy and slightly cheesy read for the summer, check out Behooved . M. Stevenson's whimsical fantasy romance is perfect for fans of My Lady Jane and The Spellshop . Behooved is out now and available from your local independent bookstore or TW: ableism, abandonment, alcohol, animal cruelty, blood, chronic illness, death, death of a parent, emotional abuse, injury/injury detail, medical content, self-harm, sexual content, violence, vomit Book Review: LOVE AT SECOND SIGHT
Irish Times
02-05-2025
- Climate
- Irish Times
Ireland's weather in pictures: Swimmers, sunbathers and those socialising at the Barge
Irish people took to beaches, parks and back gardens this week to enjoy some of the hottest weather on record for this time of the year. A high for the month of 25.9 degrees was recorded at Athenry in Co Galway on Wednesday afternoon, breaking a 40-year-old record, while 17 official Met Éireann weather stations had their warmest April day on record. The forecast is for conditions to stay largely sunny over the weekend and into next week although temperatures will be closer to normal. Here are some pictures taken by our photographers over the last number of days: READ MORE Buí (Bramble) cooling off in the sea, at Sandycove, Dublin on Wednesday. Photograph Nick Bradshaw Sup boarders off the coast at Sandycove, Dublin on Wednesday. Photograph Nick Bradshaw A swimmer at the Casement statue, Dun Laoghaire on Wednesday. Photograph Nick Bradshaw Ada from Dublin enjoying the sunshine and a book in Dublin's Phoenix Park on Tuesday. Photograph: Alan Betson Enjoying the sunshine in Dublins Phoenix Park. Photograph: Alan Betson Sunrise on Killiney beach, Dublin. Photograph: Collins Cian (6) from Dublin enjoying the sunshine on Dollymount Stand, Dublin. Photograph: Collins From left: students Katie Killarney from Dublin, Penny Morris from Dundalk and Niamh Murray from Dublin enjoying the sunshine on Dollymount Stand, Dublin on Wednesday. Photograph: Collins Clarissa and Roberto with their son Henrique (2) enjoying the sunshine on Dollymount Stand, Dublin on Wednesday. Photograph: Collins 30/05/2025 People out enjoying the good weather at Vico Co Dublin this afternoon. Pic Stephen Collins/Collins Photos From left, Erin Farrell, Katie Kelly and Orla Murphy enjoying the sunshine on Dollymount Stand, Dublin on Wednesday. Photograph: Collins Shirlaine Corrigan from Donaghmede, with her son Fionn (4) on Dollymount Strand, Dublin on Tuesday. Photograph: Dara Mac Dónaill People sitting outside and socialising by the Grand Canal at the Barge Pub in the Portobello, Dublin near Charlemont Street Bridge. Photograph: Bryan O'Brien Saileog (3) Cunnane from Rush enjoying the glorious weather on the South Strand in Rush Co. Dublin 1. Photo: Bryan O'Brien Warm weather by the sea in Sandycove, Dublin on Wednesday. Photograph Nick Bradshaw Walking the dog at King's Inns Park, Dublin, on Monday. Photograph: Dara Mac Dónaill Colm Meyler from the boat Carrigeen, one of the approx 16 flotilla boats on the Royal Canal which were heading to Dublin for the Dublin Boat Rally but have were stopped at Confey, near Leixlip on Wednesday. The boaters were told Irish Rail will not be able to lift the Newcomen Bridge (between the Conventions Centre Dublin and Croke Park) , to enable the flotilla to enter the city centre, the Liffey, Grand Canal Dock and back to the Shannon via the Grand Canal. The route around the Royal and Grand Canals via the Liffey is know as the Green and Silver. Photograph: Alan Betson The flotilla boats stopped at Confey, near Leixlip on Wednesday. Photograph: Alan Betson Students from Maynooth College enjoying the glorious weather on the South Strand in Rush Co. Dublin. From left: Kyle Griffin with Ben Blackwell on his back, Daniel Jordan with Teddy Coghlan on his back and at right Kaylan Doyle carrying Rebecca Cannel. Photo: Bryan O'Brien
