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Time Out
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time Out
Yankees to celebrate 'Hamilton' 10th anniversary with original cast and free baseball hats
With its 10th anniversary coming up next month, Hamilton is fast approaching "New York Institution" status. To welcome the Pulitzer-winning musical into that rarefied group, the New York Yankees have created a special edition of its legendary baseball cap to be handed out at its August 25 game. The first 10,000 attendees (!) to arrive at Yankee Stadium in the Bronx will receive the stylish headpiece, which features both the Yankees' insignia and Hamilton 's star-shaped logo. The special evening will also include original cast members Christopher Jackson and Tony winner Renée Elise Goldsberry performing the national anthem and throwing the game's first pitch, respectively. Current cast members Stephanie Umoh, Morgan Anita Wood, and Cherry Torres will then perform 'God Bless America' during the seventh inning stretch. Tickets for the Monday, August 25 game—against the Washington Nationals, appropriate for a story about the Founding Fathers—start at just $13. Fans who want to ensure they get a cap can buy a special ticket guaranteeing them one, currently starting at $53. The extra price goes even farther, with $10 from each of those tickets going to Beyond the Stage Door, a nonprofit educational program for undergraduate students or mid-career transitioning professionals from diverse backgrounds looking to get into general, company and stage management. This is just one of the ways Hamilton is celebrating its 10th anniversary. Creator and star Lin-Manuel Miranda yesterday announced that its official anniversary performance, on August 6, will serve as a fundraiser for the Immigrants: We Get the Job Done Coalition. The invite-only performance, whose audience will comprise previous company members, celebrity friends and sweepstake winners, is expected to raise around $3 million for the group of 14 nonprofits. The production also recently collaborated with graphic design platform Canva for a fan art contest, with the winning creation to be used in both the show's August Playbill cover, as well as inside each August issue of the theater magazine. The winner will be selected from a group of 10 finalists (out of over 3,000) on August 1. Hamilton, based on Ron Chernow's biography of Alexander Hamilton, premiered at the Public Theater off-Broadway on February 17, 2015. An instant blockbuster, it quickly moved uptown, opening on Broadway's Richard Rodgers Theater, where it continues to play, on August 6 of that year. It went on to win 11 of its record-breaking 16 Tony nominations, and the Pulitzer Prize for Drama.
Tatler Asia
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Tatler Asia
Review: James Gunn's ‘Superman' (2025) is a promising restart for the DC franchise
Above Superman, his 'super dog' Krypto and Robot number Four (Photo: Warner Bros) This revelation rocks the Man of Steel. What was once a clear sense of purpose now fractures into doubt. Who is he really? Earth's guardian or its would-be ruler? The internal struggle is noticeable, yet through it all, his goodness and instinct to help emerge. This is Superman at his most human: plucking civilians and small animals alike from burning wreckage, shielding the helpless from falling debris and even rescuing the occasional city squirrel from chaos. More from Tatler: Who is the new Superman 2025? Meet David Corenswet Spot-on main cast Above Behind the scenes: Nicholas Hoult (Lex Luthor) with David Corenswet and James Gunn (Photo: Warner Bros) Gunn and his casting team made shrewd choices, and none more so than Rachel Brosnahan, who delivers a Lois Lane that is as sharp as she is unshakable. Fearless on the frontlines and razor-smart behind the byline, this Pulitzer-winning journalist does not wait for the story, she makes it. Even while entangled with Clark Kent at the Daily Planet, Lane holds her professional ground and integrity intact. And when she turns her questions on Superman, they're anything but soft. David Corenswet, for his part, delivers a believable performance as the dorky Clark Kent and the commanding and compassionate Superman. In one scene set within Luthor's pocket universe, he endures kryptonite-induced agony, refusing to reveal the whereabouts of his adoptive parents, Martha and Jonathan Kent. It is here that Corenswet delivers his most affecting work, portraying a man desperate to spare others from harm. Above Rachel Brosnahan is the empowered, Pulitzer-winning journalist from The Daily Planet, Lois Lane (Photo: Warner Bros) Nicholas Hoult delivers exactly what you'd hope for (and perhaps a bit more) as Lex Luthor. Gleefully wicked and self-assured, his portrayal just leans into the villain's textbook brilliance. In most of his scenes, Hoult makes convincing reactions every time he hurts and outsmarts Superman. In the end, when Luthor's plan crumbles and the tide turns against him, Hoult sheds a tear and convinces us that it is not out of remorse, but from the collapse of his plans. Related : How Ryan Coogler's 'Sinners' raises the bar for the horror genre Colours, giants and a pocket universe Above Krypto the Super Dog is modelled after James Gunn's real-life adopted dog 'Ozu' (Photo: Warner Bros) Above Baby Kaiju in James Gunn's Superman 2025 (Photo: Warner Bros) Viewers were promised a comic book come-to-life movie, and Gunn delivered just that. From the giant Baby Kaiju to a parade of super allies—Hawkgirl, Guy Gardner (Green Lantern) and Mister Terrific—the striking colours deviate from the darkness we have seen in Snyder's live-action portrayal of the Justice League. The magic is ever present in scenes such as inside Luthor's pocket universe and, of course, in Krypto the Super Dog. Krypto is far from the clever and obedient canine we typically see in the comics; here, he is delightfully chaotic but very loyal and, most of the time, unpredictable. It's this tail-wagging mischief that injects a lively humour and undeniable charm into the film's playful spirit. See more : Movie review: the new 'How to Train Your Dragon' is a rare remake that earns its wings A promising restart for the DC universe Above The official trailer for James Gunn's 'Superman' (2025) Gunn's Superman (2025) is a good standalone and an even better restart for the DC franchise. Ultimately, what makes this film truly resonate is the sense of hope it strives to project beyond the screen. Superman's strength isn't measured by how fast he flies, how far he leaps or the laser beams he fires from his eyes. Even with all these extraordinary abilities, the movie implies that he cannot save the world alone or by chance. His true power lies in his capacity to admit that he yearns: for friendship, help, love and, above all, humanity. NOW READ Danny Boyle's '28 Years Later' changes the zombie genre yet again 'Gladiator II': Come for the spectacle, stay for Denzel's timeless screen presence Monsters within: Inside Netflix Philippines' first zombie film—'Outside'
Korea Herald
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
Summer reads: What we are reading at The Korea Herald
Here are some summer reading recommendations from The Korea Herald. Kim Hoo-ran Culture desk editor "Tell Me Everything" by Elizabeth Strout Many of the main characters in Elizabeth Strout's previous novels converge in "Tell Me Everything,' the Pulitzer-winning writer's latest book. While the book starts with a declaration that this is the story of Bob Burgess, a lawyer inhabiting many of Strout's works, 'Tell Me Everything' takes its time, meandering through seemingly disparate episodes and memories before those little 'diversions' all come together to tell a shocking story. The narrator observes the characters closely from a distance with cool detachment. There is a no-nonsense, straight-to-the-point, terse tone to the novel that may have something to do with Maine, the setting of this and many other Strout novels. All of Strout's 10 books feature main characters who reappear in successive works, either independently or together, interacting at some level. A summer vacation might be an opportune time to read the author's other novels, all a study in relationships. Lee Sun-young Content desk editor "The Hole" by Pyun Hye-young 'The Hole' follows Ogi, a once-successful professor whose life is shattered by a car accident that kills his wife and leaves him almost completely paralyzed. With only his eyes to make sense of the world, he is at the mercy of his increasingly sinister mother-in-law. The novel builds an eerie, claustrophobic atmosphere, leaving much unsaid, which is exactly what makes it so unsettling. Now is an especially good time to read this book, as director Kim Jee-woon, known for his masterful work in 'I Saw the Devil,' 'The Age of Shadows,' and 'A Tale of Two Sisters' is currently developing a film adaptation in collaboration with a Hollywood production team. Park Ga-young Culture desk reporter "The Longest Night" by Luly This book by Luly, the winner of the 21st Munhakdongne Children's Literature Award, is written for children but resonates with a much wider audience, making it a perfect choice for the entire family. While children will find the story cute and captivating, adults may find themselves moved to tears by its tender portrayal of love and the bond between unlikely friends. The book follows Noden, the last white boulder rhinoceros, and a young penguin hatched from an abandoned egg, as they embark on a poignant journey across the desert in search of the sea, facing countless challenges. With its engaging narrative and warm illustrations, it is also an excellent resource for Korean learners looking for a book that is both accessible and rich in storytelling. An English edition is currently in preparation. Shin Ji-hye Content desk reporter "Nexus: A Brief History of Information Networks from the Stone Age to AI" by Yuval Noah Harari Bestselling historian Yuval Noah Harari takes us on a fast-paced journey through the history of how humans share and spread information. Harari's main point? Information is not just about truth — it's about connection. For thousands of years, humans have bonded over stories and these shared beliefs helped build tribes, religions, nations and empires. Whoever controlled the flow of information usually held the power. Now, it is not just humans telling the stories. AI is starting to decide what we read, watch and believe — and that could change everything. The real danger, Harari says, is not just that robots might take our jobs or go rogue. It is that we might lose our ability to shape our own stories — and with it, our sense of meaning and freedom. Kim Jae-heun Culture desk reporter "Media Technology, Emerging K-pop" by Lee Jong-im The COVID-19 pandemic changed how we connect, and this book dissects the role media and pop culture played in bridging isolation. From K-pop's explosive global presence to the rise of fan-targeted digital platforms, the book explores how intimacy between singers and fans has increasingly become a commodity. With sharp insight, the author traces how technology, once a tool for emotional connection, now drives hyper-commercialized fandom culture. A compelling read for those curious about the evolving dynamics of pop culture, technology and emotion in a post-pandemic world. Hong Yoo Culture desk reporter "Educated" by Tara Westover "Educated" is a powerful memoir by Tara Westover, who was born to survivalist parents in rural Idaho and grew up isolated from mainstream society. Denied formal education for much of her childhood, Westover taught herself enough to be admitted to Brigham Young University, eventually earning a doctorate from Cambridge. Her story is one of resilience, transformation, and the complex ties of family and identity. Told with raw honesty and poetic insight, the memoir challenges ideas of truth, learning and self-invention. With ongoing conversations around misinformation, ideological divides and the value of education, "Educated" remains as urgent and relevant as ever. Westover's journey reminds us of the power of learning not just to inform, but to liberate. Park Yuna Culture desk reporter 'Recipe for Daughter' by Gong Ji-young Korean novelist Gong Ji-young tells her daughter how she gets by in life by sharing 27 recipes woven with her own stories. Her recipes are never difficult to follow — such as bulgogi rice bowl, aglio e olio pasta, apple pie, spinach salad, tenderloin steak and bean sprout soup to cure a hangover. Whenever I need comforting, I open this book and randomly choose a recipe I am drawn to. Let's say it's an apple pie — prepare thinly sliced apples and spread evenly in a gratin dish. Sprinkle over ground cinnamon and crumble mixture by combining flour, butter and sugar. Bake in a preheated oven at 220 degrees Celsius for 15 minutes. 'As you gently blow on a hot bite of apple pie and take your first sip of warm tea, you will find yourself thinking — Oh! something good is going to happen to me!' the author writes to her daughter. Park Jun-hee Culture desk reporter "The Defining Decade: Why Your Twenties Matter — And How to Make the Most of Them Now" by Meg Jay My transition from being a teenager to my 20s was a big leap — from a student who sat in the very first row of the classroom to someone diving into self-discovery, exploring various career paths, trying to build a foundation for the future and even thinking about finding a partner to share it all with. Since much of our 20s are often a whirlwind of change, marked by uncertainty, an in-between feeling of not quite being a kid but not fully an adult either, the book offers 20-something readers something to think about their age. Hwang Dong-hee Culture desk reporter "The Age of the Filiarch" by Ysra (Lee Seul-ah) Author Lee Seul-ah introduces a brand-new type of family in her refreshingly original debut novel 'The Age of the Filiarch' — not a patriarchy, not a matriarchy, but a filiarchy — a made-up term from filia (Latin for 'daughter'), where daughters run the household. Sharp, witty and delightfully playful, this autobiographical novel follows a girl born into a family ruled by her grandfather. But over time, she rises to become the head of the house -- through her writing. She founds an indie publishing company, employing two people: her mom and dad. As the family's main breadwinner, she becomes both the financial and emotional center of gravity, sparking a quiet domestic revolution that's equal parts subversive and charming. Can this daughter-led transformation bring happiness to all? The novel made waves upon release, with English translation rights already sold. Lee is also set to make her screenwriting debut with a drama series adaptation currently in development. Lee Jung-youn Culture desk reporter 'Why Fish Don't Exist' by Lulu Miller The book begins with science but gracefully transforms into a warm, personal exploration of how to love oneself. Blurring the lines between novel, essay and scientific thesis, the book transcends genre and theme. Tracing the life of 19th-century scientist David Starr Jordan, the author uncovers both the brilliance and the dark contradictions of his work. As the story unfolds, it becomes clear that the journey is less about Jordan and more about the insights the author gains along the way. While the question in the title can be answered scientifically, the true meaning of the book lies beyond logic. It challenges the way we categorize the world for convenience, suggesting that such classifications may be arbitrary. It urges us to reconsider the boundaries we impose on ourselves and others, and offers the comforting idea that meaning can emerge from even destruction and loss. Lee Yoon-seo Culture desk reporter "Dopamine Nation" by Anna Lembke We've never lived in a time of such constant, instant gratification — driven by social media, binge-watching, online shopping and more. In "Dopamine Nation," psychiatrist and addiction expert Dr. Anna Lembke delivers a timely message about the risks of living on autopilot in this age of overindulgence. Blending neuroscience with real patient stories, she reveals how leaning into discomfort rather than avoiding it. This can help us feel more grounded, present and fulfilled. With practical strategies such as dopamine fasting and finding meaning through moderation, this book is a useful guide for anyone feeling lost in compulsive habits and searching for a more intentional way to live. Moon Ki-hoon Culture desk reporter "How Democracies Die" by Daniel Ziblatt and Steven Levitsky Skipped this when it first dropped in 2018 — a big mistake. Picked it up after Trump's comeback, and it turns out these Harvard professors were actually being optimistic. The authors warn that democratic backsliding often begins when voters see opponents not as rivals but as existential threats, and, in doing so, willingly vote away democracy itself. The biggest insight here is that democracies rarely fall to dramatic coups; more often, they erode from within, as elected leaders slowly dismantle norms and institutions. Feels like parts of the free world have already speed-run past some of the worst-case scenarios. Essential reading for understanding how we got here.
Time of India
22-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
US strikes Iran: How legendary 88-year-old reporter Seymour Hersh scooped that Donald Trump would attack Iranian nuclear sites
In an age where news breaks on social media feeds faster than newsroom alerts, it wasn't CNN, BBC or The New York Times that first reported the United States' military strikes on Iranian nuclear sites. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now It was Seymour Hersh. Yes, that Seymour Hersh—the 88-year-old Pulitzer-winning investigative reporter, best known for uncovering the My Lai Massacre in Vietnam and the Abu Ghraib prison abuses in Iraq. And now, in the summer of 2025, the veteran journalist has done it again—beating major media outlets and intelligence briefings by publishing details of the Trump administration's plan to bomb Iran's nuclear facilities, nearly 48 hours before the world knew it had actually happened. The Scoop On June 19, Hersh published a detailed report via his Substack newsletter, claiming that US B-2 bombers and naval platforms were preparing a "coordinated assault" on Iran's underground nuclear sites at Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan. The piece cited unnamed sources in the intelligence community who warned that the operation was imminent and being conducted with minimal oversight from Congress or America's NATO allies. At the time, most dismissed it as another speculative post from a journalist long estranged from the legacy media. But by June 22, when US President Donald Trump went on record confirming the strikes—calling the targets 'obliterated'—Hersh had already been vindicated. The Attack The strikes, launched late on June 21, targeted three high-profile Iranian nuclear facilities. While initial reports from state media in Iran downplayed the damage, satellite imagery and eyewitness accounts suggested precision airstrikes had indeed hit deep underground bunkers at Fordow and Natanz, as well as key infrastructure in Isfahan. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Yet despite the intensity of the operation, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) reported no significant radiation spikes, prompting speculation that either: Iran had preemptively moved or buried sensitive material, or The sites were largely non-operational or decoy facilities. Either way, it challenged Trump's claim of having 'wiped out' Iran's nuclear capability. Déjà Vu: From Nord Stream to Natanz Hersh's report bore eerie similarities to his controversial 2023 scoop on the sabotage of the Nord Stream pipelines, which he attributed to US covert operations. At the time, mainstream outlets largely ignored the piece, but subsequent leaks from German and Nordic investigations lent circumstantial credibility to his claims. The Iran story followed a similar arc: initial media silence, public disbelief, and then abrupt confirmation—except this time, the stakes involved possible nuclear escalation in the Middle East. The Media Gap Hersh's scoop once again spotlights the widening chasm between traditional journalism and independent reporting. A 2023 study by the Reuters Institute found that 62% of US adults now rely on social media, newsletters, and independent platforms for breaking news—often citing speed, authenticity, and ideological distrust of legacy media. Hersh, for his part, has long been critical of what he calls the 'lapdog press'—journalists too embedded in officialdom to question military narratives or dig beneath the surface. His latest work only reinforces that critique. Even defenders of legacy media recognize the challenge. In late 2024, Jeff Bezos, owner of The Washington Post, penned a stirring op‑ed titled 'The hard truth: Americans don't trust the news media,' in which he conceded: 'Reality is an undefeated champion. … We must be accurate, and we must be believed to be accurate. It's a bitter pill to swallow, but we are failing on the second requirement.' Bezos's admission—calling out both accuracy and credibility—served as a tacit acknowledgment that even powerful legacy outlets are circling back to the same core demand: fearless, truthful reporting, just as Hersh delivers time and again. What Next? Iran, for now, has not confirmed the full extent of the damage but has vowed to retaliate 'at a time and place of its choosing.' Meanwhile, in Washington, Trump faces minimal political backlash, with key GOP figures framing the strike as a 'preemptive blow' to prevent Tehran from developing a nuclear bomb. But the bigger story might be this: Seymour Hersh, nearly nine decades old, once again scooped the world. In an era of TikTok pundits and algorithm-fed outrage, his dogged reliance on old-school sourcing—combined with new-age platforms like Substack—has given him a second act few journalists ever get. Legacy vs Longevity While major networks scrambled to confirm what Hersh had already written, one truth remained clear: in the information war, experience still matters. Hersh's longevity in investigative reporting—not in spite of, but because of his outsider status—continues to disrupt the cosy, slow-moving machinery of legacy media. The attack on Iran may or may not spark a wider conflict. But Hersh's scoop has already ignited a different kind of reckoning—one about where we get our news, and who we still trust to tell us the truth.
New York Post
18-06-2025
- Business
- New York Post
Defunct NYC wine shop Sherry-Lehmann sues ex-owners, Pulitzer-winning NYT journalist over ‘press smear campaign'
Defunct New York City wine shop Sherry-Lehmann has filed a bizarre lawsuit that blames its spectacular implosion two years ago on its former owners — as well as a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist. The ill-fated vintner's current proprietors — who shuttered the posh Park Avenue store in March 2023 amid mounting customer complaints over missing wine orders — claim New York Times columnist James B. Stewart conspired with Sherry-Lehmann's former owners to create a 'press smear campaign' against the shop for their 'financial benefit and personal gain.' The suit claims the 73-year-old scribe — best known for his 1991 book 'Den of Thieves' about the Michael Milken insider trading scandal — also egged on law enforcement to raid Sherry-Lehmann, allegedly telling the US attorney for the Southern District of New York that the wine shop 'was the greatest Ponzi scheme of all time.' 6 James B. Stewart is a Pulitzer-winning journalist for The New York times. Getty Images The suit goes on to make the claim that Stewart and three of the shop's former owners 'orchestrated' a series of 'false articles' in other publications — including the New York Post — that allegedly misrepresented Sherry-Lehmann to the public and to law enforcement. That, Sherry-Lehmann's owners alleged, amounts to a violation of the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act, according to the May 27 suit filed in Manhattan federal court. A spokesperson for The New York Times denied the RICO allegations, saying in a statement, 'There is no merit to the claims and we plan to defend against the suit vigorously.' In response to the allegations concerning The New York Post, a spokeswoman said in a statement, 'These allegations are absurd, and show a complete lack of understanding of how journalism works.' 6 Shyda Gilmer is a co-owner of Sherry-Lehmann. New York Post Sherry-Lehmann's complaint alleges that Peter Hellman, a reporter for the trade publication Wine Spectator, collaborated with Stewart 'in researching and writing their articles for Wine Spectator and The New York Times, with Hellman claiming to a representative for Sherry-Lehmann that he was the 'gumshoe reporter' for Stewart's article.' The suit also claims that Hellman tried to 'impersonate an HVAC repairman' to enter Sherry-Lehmann's temperature controlled Wine Caves facility in Pearl River, NY 'before he was escorted from the premises.' The complaint likewise alleges that Stewart allegedly 'impersonated a customer of Wine Caves (which Stewart never was)' to gather information for his article and that he allegedly told a Sherry-Lehman rep that 'this will win a Pulitzer Prize.' 6 A lawsuit filed on behalf of Kris Green (on the left) and Shyda Gilmer names New York Times columnist James B. Stewart as a Gotham Magazine Stewart has already won a Pulitzer — in 1987 for his coverage of the stock market crash when he was a writer for The Wall Street Journal. A source familiar with the lawsuit told The Post that Stewart and Hellman have never met. Stewart declined to comment. Hellman and Wine Spectator also declined to comment, citing 'pending litigation.' The lawsuit, filed on behalf of owners Kris Green and Shyda Gilmer, claims they missed out on a $20 million 'merger' offer from 'one of the largest vineyard owners in France' because of the negative press and that the former owners wanted to deep six the deal to sell the business, according to the complaint. 6 FBI agents raided the Park Avenue store in July 2023. James Keivom Gilmer and Green also claim the company was in the red long before they took over and blame the previous ownership's management for its woes. 'The co-conspirators…have engaged in a strategic, well-coordinated collaboration… to spread damaging false information about Sherry-Lehmann … with the sole intention of sabotaging its reputation and destroying its operations so they might profit,' according to the complaint. The suit singles out Stewart for a May 25, 2023, exposé in the Gray Lady entitled 'An Iconic Wine Store and the Mystery of the Missing Bottles' which reported that some of the wine belonging to storage customers was illegally sold to others. Sherry-Lehman denied this in its complaint. Sherry-Lehmann had been shuttered two months earlier after the State Liquor Authority issued a cease and desist order because the business had failed to renew its liquor license. 6 Sherry-Lehmann's landlord, Glorious Sun, is suing previous owners of the store for unpaid rent. James Keivom The nearly century-old, debt-ridden wine shop failed to pay its landlord, vendors and state taxes while also reportedly stiffing its customers out of wine they had paid for. A separate wine storage business – Wine Caves – went dark on customers who tried in vain get their booze back, as The Post reported. At the same time, the previous owners were dishing on Sherry-Lehmann's current owners, according to the lawsuit, because they wanted to be absolved of potential liability from the landlord who is owed millions of dollars. The previous owners, Michael Aaron, whose family founded Sherry-Lehman, Michael Yurch and Chris Adams are being sued in a separate lawsuit filed last year by Sherry-Lehmann's landlord Glorious Sun, which claims they are liable for the unpaid rent. Aaron, Adams and Yurch declined to comment on either of the lawsuits. 6 The store closed temporarily in March 2023 and never reopened. New York Post/Lisa Fickenscher The previous owners argue that they long ago severed ties with the business and have no stake in it, according to court documents. The final nail in the coffin for the business were multiple raids by the FBI, NYPD and US Postal Inspection Service on its store and wine storage facility in Pearl River, NY in July 2023. The 'unnecessary raids' in 2023 and as recently as 2024 resulted in canceled orders from customers, and potential acquirers, according to the complaint. But notably, there have been 'no indictments or arrests' as a result of these investigations, the suit claims. 'After withstanding [a] highly damaged reputation for over two years,' the lawsuit states, '[Sherry-Lehmann] can now finally come forward to tell the real story and to seek a remedy against all co-conspirators who profited from their misconduct, while fleecing Sherry-Lehmann in the process.' A US Postal Inspection Service spokesperson told The Post that its investigation of Sherry-Lehmann is 'active and ongoing.'
