Neia Balao

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Entertainment and Internet Culture Reporter at Yahoo

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Lindsay Lohan manifested her return to acting. With ‘Freakier Friday,’ the former Disney star returns home.

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Neia Balao

Manifestation can be a powerful thing. Just ask Lindsay Lohan. The 38-year-old actress largely credits her return to acting, or Lohanaissance, to Netflix. The collaboration, which saw Lohan star in a trio of romantic comedies for the streamer from 2022 to 2024, was something she manifested for herself. “It was really Netflix. And I was manifesting it,” Lohan told Elle for its Summer 2025 cover story.
Paris court finds ringleader, 7 others guilty of robbing Kim Kardashian in 2016

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Neia Balao

A group of so-called "grandpa robbers" accused of tying up Kim Kardashian and robbing her in her Paris hotel room in 2016 were found guilty by a Paris court on Friday. Eight of the 10 defendants in the case were found guilty. Two of the defendants were acquitted. The verdict comes more than a week after Kardashian testified on May 13 that she thought she would be raped — and didn't think she would survive — during the jewelry heist.
Joe Jonas debuts his new album, 'Music for People Who Believe in Love.' It's his first solo release since 2011.

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Neia Balao

Joe Jonas fans have a reason to celebrate: His new album is officially here. Released on May 23, Music for People Who Believe in Love comes nearly a year after Jonas first announced the album. Boasting singles “Work It Out,” “What This Could Be” and “Heart by Heart,” the 14-track album also marks Jonas’s first solo project since 2011’s Fastlife.
'Overcompensating' is Prime Video's latest streaming sensation. The queer coming-of-age comedy is about wanting to be loved.

2 weeks ago | ca.news.yahoo.com | Neia Balao

At first glance, Overcompensating, Prime Video’s new coming-of-age comedy, may seem like a light, raunchy watch — but it’s more than that. Created, written and produced by Benito Skinner, who’s also the show’s star, Overcompensating tells the tale of closeted college freshman Benny, who finds himself suppressing his gay identity to better fit in. As the eight-episode season progresses, it becomes clear that Benny isn’t alone in his pursuit of acceptance.
Epic Universe - Universal Orlando's newest theme park - opens today. From rides to restaurants, here's what you can expect from the five new 'worlds.'

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Neia Balao

Universal Orlando has unveiled its first major amusement park in over 20 years. Known as Epic Universe, the new theme park opened to the public on May 22 and will allow guests to explore five distinct worlds that are each inspired by renowned franchises.
Jon Hamm reflects on life after 'Mad Men' - and why he's always been a 'big believer' in therapy

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Neia Balao

Jon Hamm has long been vocal about the benefits of going to therapy. The actor, 54, is just as dedicated to attending therapy sessions now as he was 20 years ago. Hamm, who currently stars on Apple TV+’s Your Friends & Neighbors, wasn’t always so clear-minded. Ahead of the final season premiere in 2015 of AMC’s Mad Men, the show for which he’s best known, Hamm spent 30 days in a rehabilitation center for alcoholism.
Hailey Bieber struggled with postpartum body dysmorphia. She looked to Ariana Grande for words of encouragement.

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Neia Balao

Nearly a year after welcoming her first child with husband, Justin Bieber, Hailey Bieber is opening up about her postpartum struggles. The Rhode Beauty founder battled with postpartum body dysmorphia after giving birth to her son, Jack Blues, in August 2024. At times, Bieber struggled to recognize her own body. “Every day I have to talk to myself, like, Hailey, you had a baby,” she told Vogue for its summer cover story. “You grew a human. You birthed a human. It’s okay. Give yourself grace.
Epic Universe - Universal Orlando's newest theme park - opens this week. From rides to restaurants, here's what you can expect from the five new 'worlds.'

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Neia Balao

Universal Orlando is unveiling its first major amusement park in over 20 years. Known as Epic Universe, the new theme park opens to the public on May 22 and will allow guests to explore five distinct worlds that are each inspired by renowned franchises.
Cannes 2025 in photos: Fringe, floral, lace, drop waists and more fashionable trends emerging at the festival

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Neia Balao

The 2025 Cannes Film Festival is well underway, and the fashion — as is to be expected — has been top-tier. The renowned festival, which kicked off on May 13 and will conclude on May 24, has a reputation for being one of the glitziest and most glamorous in the world. Boasting a star-studded lineup that includes Natalie Portman, Bella Hadid, Nicole Kidman and Pedro Pascal, Cannes has already set the stage for some of the year’s most memorable style moments.
Tate McRae's duet with Morgan Wallen is finally here. How the controversial country-pop track is sitting with their respective fan bases.

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Neia Balao

Morgan Wallen has released his new album, I’m the Problem, which features his controversial duet “What I Want” with up-and-coming pop girl Tate McRae. The song, released on Friday, has garnered criticism from McRae’s fans who have questioned her decision to work with the country singer, given his contentious reputation.

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Articles

Lindsay Lohan manifested her return to acting. With ‘Freakier Friday,’ the former Disney star returns home.

Paris court finds ringleader, 7 others guilty of robbing Kim Kardashian in 2016

Joe Jonas debuts his new album, 'Music for People Who Believe in Love.' It's his first solo release since 2011.

'Overcompensating' is Prime Video's latest streaming sensation. The queer coming-of-age comedy is about wanting to be loved.

Epic Universe - Universal Orlando's newest theme park - opens today. From rides to restaurants, here's what you can expect from the five new 'worlds.'

Jon Hamm reflects on life after 'Mad Men' - and why he's always been a 'big believer' in therapy

Hailey Bieber struggled with postpartum body dysmorphia. She looked to Ariana Grande for words of encouragement.

Epic Universe - Universal Orlando's newest theme park - opens this week. From rides to restaurants, here's what you can expect from the five new 'worlds.'

Cannes 2025 in photos: Fringe, floral, lace, drop waists and more fashionable trends emerging at the festival

Tate McRae's duet with Morgan Wallen is finally here. How the controversial country-pop track is sitting with their respective fan bases.

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