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Get ready for the Chromatica Ball! Lady Gaga is bringing her hit tour to HBO for Memorial Day weekend.
Gaga Chromactica Ball, a concert special featuring performances of “Stupid Love,” “Bad Romance,” “Just Dance,” “Poker Face,” “Shallow,” “Rain On Me” and other Gaga hits, premieres Saturday (May 25) on HBO. The film will also be available to stream on Max.
Produced, directed and created by Gaga, the special was filmed during the Grammy winner’s 2022 tour stop at Los Angeles’ Dodger Stadium, where she performed in front of a sold-out crowd of 52,000 people.
Gaga Chromactica Ball is executive produced by Bobby Campbell, Arthur Fogel, John Janick and Steve Berman.
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Where to Watch Gaga Chromatica Ball Online
Gaga Chromactica Ball premieres Saturday at 8 p.m. ET/PT on HBO and will stream on Max.
If you don’t have cable but want to watch HBO live, you can access HBO and other channels on DirecTV Stream. Plans start at $79.99/month for 90+ cable and local channels including Bravo, E!, HGTV, ESPN, CNN, Lifetime, MTV, Hallmark, FX, AMC, Fuse, Food Network, TNT, TBS, TLC and more.
DirecTV Stream subscribers can add HBO, HBO Family, HBO Comedy and other HBO channels for an additional fee, or subscribe to Max and stream HBO movies, Max originals and lots more.
Want to watch for free? DirecTV’s Premiere Plan ($109.99/month) includes free access to Max, Paramount+ with Showtime and Starz, for the three months. DirecTV Stream also offers a free trial for five days and DVR storage.
How to Watch Gaga Chromactica Ball on Max
Max is available as a stand-alone streamer for $9.99/month to watch with ads and $15.99/month for ad-free streaming. Max is also available on Prime Video, Hulu and Verizon Fios.
The platform combines movies, TV, sports and news into one streaming platform. Max subscribers can stream HBO, Max Originals, ID Network, TLC, CNN, Discovery and more.
Some of the movies, TV shows and exclusive series streaming on Max include House of the Dragon, Hacks, Pretty Little Liars: Summer School, The Last of Us, And Just Like That, True Detective: Night Country, Succession, Selena + Restaurant, Dune: Part 2 and Ironclaw.
Gaga’s concert film will be a global streaming event. For fans that want to watch internationally, ExpressVPN and other VPNs provide access various streaming platforms.
Additionally, Gaga Chromactica Ball will stream on Max in Latin America and the Caribbean, Norway, Finland, Sweden, Denmark, Spain, Portugal, Poland, Romania, Hungary, Slovakia, Czech Republic, Bulgaria, Croatia, Slovenia, Serbia, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Bosnia and Herzegovina.
The special will be available on HBO Max in The Netherlands and Poland, on HBO GO in Southeast Asia, Taiwan, and Hong Kong, on Crave in Canada, on Pass Warner in France, on Stan in Australia, and on ThreeNow and Three in New Zealand. Streaming details for the U.K., Italy, Germany, India and Japan have yet to be announced.
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Rihanna’s had fans doing a double take when she stepped out in New York over the weekend. The mother of two was spotted wearing what appeared to be socks on her feet, but they’re not socks, they’re designer boots from Bottega Veneta and currently flying off shelves, likely due to Rihanna’s power.
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As of Thursday (May 23), the $1,100 Domenica Boot is almost out of stock on the Bottega Veneta website. The Domenica Boot, introduced in last year, is described as a knitted cotton boot with a “sock effect.”
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Rihanna seen out and about in Manhattan on May 18, 2024 in New York City.
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The brand recommends keeping the shoes away from direct light, and filling them with tissue paper to maintain the shape.
Also, if the boots get wet, you’ll need to dry them immediately. You can clean them with a soft, dry cloth or brush, per Bottega Venetta.
Rihanna paired the shoe-socks with an Awake NY jacket, jogging pants and a baseball cap. Her $225 nylon pullover features white and blue detailing and a crown logo on the front.
And it’s not just her fashion (and newly blonde locks) that has been making headlines. The Grammy winner has been wracking up the frequent flyer miles lately. Last week, Rihanna traveled to China for a Fenty Beauty pop-up event in Shanghai. Last month, she traveled to London to promote her new Puma Creeper collection and in March, Rihanna flew to Junagadh, India where she performed at the wedding of Radhika Merchant and Anant Ambani, son of billionaire businessman, Mukesh Ambani. The performance marked her first full concert in eight years.
In other Fenty news, Savage x Fenty and Fenty Beauty are kicking off Memorial Day weekend early with must-shop sales on both sites. Shoppers can save up to 70% off at Savage x Fenty and up to 60% off select Fenty Beauty products.
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Christian Nodal and Cazzu have called it quits, and confirmed on social media that they are going their separate ways. The news comes two years after the couple began dating, and nearly a year after the Mexican mariacheño star and Argentine rapper welcomed their daughter, Inti.
On Thursday (May 23), both artists shared a heartfelt message on Instagram. “The time has come to share that Julieta and I are going our separate ways,” Nodal wrote, which Cazzu reposted on her own account. “Our love and respect for each other remains strong, especially in our role as parents to our wonderful daughter, Inti. I am deeply grateful for the moments we shared and will always carry those memories fondly. I appreciate your support and understanding during this time of change.”
After reposting Nodal’s message, Cazzu shared in her own words: “We artists are a screen of what happens in real life. You go through love, heartbreak, successes and mistakes with us. Today, as it was many times and as there are still many, you accompany us, some with hate and others with much love. Thank you, everything heals.”
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In April 2023, Cazzu revealed she was pregnant during a concert at the Movistar Arena in Buenos Aires when she dropped her white coat, revealing her baby bump. Five months later, she and Nodal shared a sweet photo holding their baby’s tiny hand, captioning it with a date: “14.09.23.” Since then, Nodal had been living in Argentina with Cazzu and their daughter.
In his Billboard cover story published in March, Nodal spoke about touring as a couple with Inti in tow. “I remember those times when I would come down from the stage and feel alone,” he said. “Now I come down to a stroller with my baby in it, and it all seems perfect. She has already been on tour with us, and I thought it would be hard, but she’s a rock star. When she was born, I was feeling exhausted. I don’t know how I managed to change diapers, but she gives me energy, motivation and strength.”
Britney Spears isn’t afraid of a little sand. The pop star recently stripped down during a day of sun and surf at the beach, posing for a cheeky video she posted on Instagram Thursday (May 23). In the NSFW clip, a nude Spears smiles at the camera while lying on her chest in the shallow […]
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The Dallas Mavericks and Minnesota Timberwolves are gearing up for Game 1 of the NBA Playoffs Western Conference finals airing on TNT on Thursday (May 22).
The Timberwolves will host the Mavericks for the first two games in the series, which will take place at Target Center in Minneapolis. The series returns to Dallas for Game 3 (get tickets here).
Keep reading for ways to stream games without cable.
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Mavericks vs. Timberwolves: Where to Stream Online
Game 1 of the Western Conference finals between the Mavericks and Timberwolves will air live on TNT and TruTV at 8:30 p.m. ET on Thursday. For fans that don’t have cable, TNT is available on DirecTV, Fubo and Sling TV.
Can you watch the Mavericks vs. Timberwolves game on NBA League Pass? Unfortunately, TNT games are not available to watch live (but you can see clips on TNT Go for free). Fans that want to watch TV internationally can use ExpressVPN and other VPN options to access various streaming apps.
How to Watch NBA Playoffs Games for Free
Can you stream the Mavericks vs. Timberwolves games for free? Yes, if you subscribe to a streaming platform that offers a free trial. Some of the streamers that offer free trials include DirecTV Stream, Fubo and Hulu + Live TV.
If you missed DirecTV’s National Streaming Day deal, don’t worry, discounts are still available on select streaming packages. For example, the Choice + Sport Pack got a price cut to $98/month (reg. $123.99/month).
The Choice plan lets you stream 125+ live channels including ESPN, ESPN2, TNT, NBA TV, TBS, ABC, TruTV, FS1, Bally Sports, NFL Network, NBC, CBS, Fox, FX, Bravo, BET, AMC, VH1, MTV and other channels. The Sports Pack includes ACC Network, Big Ten Network, MLB Network, NBA TV, SEC Network and other speciality sports channels.
New subscribers can save up to $30 off for three months. DirecTV’s Ultimate + Sports Pack for $109.99 (reg. $134.98). New subscribers can save $44.99 on the Ultimate and Choice plans. DirecTV’s most affordable streaming plan is the Entertainment package – which comes with 90+ channels for $79.99/month.
Fubo also offers a free trial for a week and streaming plans under $79.99/month for 185 channels and streaming on up to 10 screens.
Sling TV doesn’t offer a free trial, but sports lovers can join at a discounted rate of just $20 for the first month. Or, save up to $30 off when you prepay for three months of service.
Sling TV’s streaming plans include Sling Blue with 32 channels and Sling Orange with 42 channels including ESPN, ESPN2, ESPN3, TNT, TBS, Food Network, AMC, History Channel, BET, BBC America, HGTV, IFC and local channels (ABC, CBS, Fox, and NBC) in select regions. Sling’s Orange + Blue plan has 46 channels including 22 exclusive channels.
See the NBA Conference finals schedule below.
Western Conference Finals Schedule
Game 1: Mavericks vs. Timberwolves, Wednesday, May 22 on TNT
Game 2: Mavericks vs. Timberwolves, Friday, May 24 on TNT
Game 3: Timberwolves vs. Mavericks, Sunday, May 26 on TNT
Game 4: Timberwolves vs. Mavericks, Tuesday, May 28 on TNT
Game 5: Mavericks vs. Timberwolves, Thursday, May 30 on TNT
Game 6: Timberwolves vs. Mavericks, Saturday, June 1 on TNT
Game 7: Mavericks vs. Timberwolves, Monday, June 3 on TNT.
Eastern Conference Finals Schedule
Game 1: Pacers vs. Celtics, Tuesday, May 21 on ESPN
Game 2: Pacers vs. Celtics, Thursday, May 23 on ESPN
Game 3: Celtics vs. Pacers, Saturday, May 25 on ABC
Game 4: Celtics vs. Pacer, Monday, May 27 on ESPN
Game 5: Pacers vs. Celtics, Wednesday, May 29 on ESPN
Game 6: Celtics vs. Pacers, Friday, May 31 on ESPN
Game 7: Pacers vs. Celtics, Sunday, June 2 on ESPN
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Taylor Swift crochet dolls have hit the web, and they’re selling out on Etsy. The site is know for having a nice selection of handmade, sometimes unconventional items, such as hand-crocheted dolls, mimicking Swift’s Eras Tour wardrobe and other eras in her career. And they just might be some of the cutest, handmade fan merch that Swifties can find online.
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Etsy is a treasure trove of fan-inspired gear for Swifties and other music fandoms that want to find unique collectibles.
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This cute little doll takes its wardrobe from Swift’s beautiful ballgown worn during The Eras Tour. Not interested in a gown? The Etsy seller can customize the doll in different outfits.
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This crochet doll features a purple and rose gold glitter onesie and ombre boot combo inspired by Swift’s Lover set on The Eras Tour.
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Tay-Tay’s one-leg jumpsuit gets revamped into an adorably tiny outfit on this crochet doll.
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Let’s not forget about nostalgic designs, like this little cutie, inspired by Red: Taylor Version album cover.
How to Make Your Own Crochet Doll
Want to crochet your own doll? No prior experience needed, The Unofficial Crochet Kit has everything you need to make your own Swift doll. The kit teaches you how to crochet an amigurumi doll of Swift wearing the blue dress from the tour, plus her guitar.
The kit includes four colors of yarn, a crochet hook, embroidery needle, embroidery floss, safety eyes and Fiberfil to stuff the doll. It’s available at Amazon, Sam’s Club and Urban Outfitters (it’s currently unavailable at Walmart).
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Swift kicked off the European leg of The Eras Tour in Paris on May 9 and wraps up the month in Lisbon, Portugal and Madrid, Spain. The trek returns to the U.S. this fall. Get ticket here.
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The Fall Guy has become the latest movie to get a digital release within weeks of debuting in theaters. Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt star in the romantic-action comedy, released on Prime Video and other digital platforms on Tuesday (May 21).
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Gosling plays a stuntman named Cult who sets out to find a missing actor while working on the set of his ex-girlfriend’s directorial debut. Blunt plays, Jody, his ex-girlfriend and director of the film within the film.
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The Fall Guy arrived in theaters on May 3 and premiered during the SXSW festival in March. Gosling described the film as a “giant campaign to get stunts an Oscar,” during The Fall Guy’s Los Angeles premiere last month.
“We are the face of these films, but the crews really make the movies, and this is a love letter to them,” he said at the time.
Keep reading for ways to stream The Fall Guy online.
Where to Stream The Fall Guy Online
The Fall Guy is available to rent and buy on Prime Video, Apple TV, Xfinity and other streaming platforms. The movie costs $19.99 to rent and $24.99 to purchase a digital copy.
Prime Video, and most streaming platforms, allow users to rent and stream movies from anywhere — that means your TV, computer, smart phone, tablet and other compatible devices. However, if you rent The Fall Guy through Prime Video, you’ll have 48 hours to finish the film and a month to start streaming.
Some of the other digital releases on Prime Video include Challengers, Godzilla x King Kong: The New Empire, Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire and titles that you can pre-order such as Tarot and Unsung Hero.
Want to see more of The Fall Guy? The extended cut features 20 minutes of extra footage including unseen footage. You can pre-order the 4K UHD Blu-ray and at various retailers including Walmart, Amazon and Target (prices may vary depending on the retailer).
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Thanks to VPNs, it’s getting easier than ever to safely stream your favorite TV series, movies and other programs from anywhere around the world.
What is a VPN? Think of it as a digital cloak that allows you to stream everything from must-watch TV shows to movies and sporting events, whenever and wherever you want.
Traveling abroad? VPNs will keep you connected while you’re away. But they’re not just for streaming your favorite programs internationally and accessing websites that may be inaccessible from outside of the U.S. You can use a VPNs at home, or at work, to keep your personal information secure as most VPNs offer private streaming and malware protection to keep your devices safe from viruses, hackers, phishing and other digital scams.
To get technical, a VPN, or “virtual private network,” encrypts your connection to hide your IP address, which allows you to stream from just about anywhere around the world. Although some platforms restrict VPN use, you can access VPNs on certain streaming platforms such as DirecTV, Peacock, Philo and Max.
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Most VPN services have monthly and annual plans, but if you’re not so familiar with the process, you might not want to lock yourself into an extended plan just yet. It’s better to start with a monthly package, or free trial where available (some VPNs offer a 30-day, money-back guarantee.)
To help you get started, we’ve collected a list of the five best VPNs for streaming, web surfing, gaming and more that are compatible with iOS, Android, Mac, Windows, Linux, FireTV, Chrome, Firefox and other platforms.
See below for a short rundown of plans, pricing and other details you need to know.
NordVPN
NordVPN is a favorite of ours, due to its convenience, ease of use and speed. It works on multiple streaming platforms, allowing you to stay connected to your favorite programs, no matter how far you travel. It’s incredibly user-friendly, with easy access on up to 10 devices.
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NordVPN has a strong connection to multiple servers in 111 countries around the world, but you’ll receive a notification to choose a new server if the current one is going offline or unavailable. Other features include malware protection, Data Breach Scanners, along with ad-blocking and tracking, which stops sites from tracking your online activity.
And right now, you can join for up to 71% off, plus three months free.
ExpressVPN
With servers in more than 150 countries, the ability to connect on up to eight devices simultaneously and a 30-day, money-back guarantee, ExpressVPN is one of the Web’s most popular VPN services (just Google “VPNs” and see what pops up first).
ExpressVPN offers one of the best options for international streaming at rapid speed (there’s a reason why it’s called “express” VPN) along with encrypted files, safe browsing and added protection to keep your personal information secure. You can join ExpressVPN for $6.67/month (49% off) for the first three months.
Surfshark
For a budget option, consider Surfshark. It’s a decent, budget VPN, according to TikTok reviews.
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The VPN protects your personal info: search history, passwords and IP address. And you won’t have to worry about pop-ups, cookies and ads. There’s also antivirus protection that blocks access to your device’s camera.
Private Internet Access
Billed as the most “transparent” VPN option among its competitors, Private Internet Access offers fast streaming, advanced split tunneling that lets you customize settings for different apps and websites, and a “Kill Switch” to keep your data safe from leaks if the connection drops.
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Like many of the other choices on the list, PIA has ad-blocking, 24/7 customer assistance and monthly, annual and three-year plans, the latter being the cheapest at $2.19 for three years and three months. Monthly plans cost $11.99 and the year plan is $3.33/month (billed annually).
More Budget VPNs
Other budget VPN options include CyberGhost ($2.19 per month) and PureVPN for $3.46/month (regularly $19.95). There’s also Pure VPN, which features a comprehensive, user-friendly dashboard, “cutting-edge encryption” for secure and private browsing, and a social media checker that scans your privacy settings.
Reviews are mixed on PureVPN, as multiple Reddit users noted slower speeds and lagging. Keeping that in mind, PureVPN offers monthly plans for $19.95, or $4.96 for the annual plan. The Max plan is $3.46/month (reg. $19.95) for a two-year subscription, plus 83% off for four months.
For more streaming recommendations, see our roundups of the best digital antennas for access to local channels and best internet for rural areas.
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It’s almost time for the NBA Finals! The Boston Celtics will host the Indiana Pacers for Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals airing live Tuesday (May 21) on ESPN.
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Where to Stream the Pacers vs. Celtics Game Online
The Celtics vs. Pacers game will take place on Tuesday, May 21, 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT. The game is scheduled to be simulcast on ESPN and ESPN2.
Can you livestream the Celtics vs. Pacers game for free? Yes! Subscribe to DirecTV Stream and enjoy a free trial for five days, plus save $30 per month over three months.
DirecTV is currently offering a major price cut on streaming plans starting at $49.99/month (reg. $79.99/month). The package lets you stream 90+ live channels including ESPN, ESPN 2, TNT, TBS, ABC, FS1, Bally Sports, NBC, CBS, Fox, FX, Bravo, Lifetime, BET, AMC, VH1 and MTV.
New subscribers can save up to $30 off for three months. But you don’t have much time to score a discount, DirecTV the limited offer ends on tomorrow.
Fubo also offers a free trial for a week and streaming plans under $80/month for more than 100 channels including ESPN, TNT and TBS and local channels.
Sling TV doesn’t offer a free trial, but NBA fans will find streaming plans for as low as $20/month (re. $40/month). Sling TV gives you access to channels such as ESPN, ESPN2, ESPN3, TNT, TBS, FS1, NFL Network, NFL Redzone and more. Click below to join Sling for $20.
For NBA fans outside of the U.S., VPNs such as ExpressVPN offer international access to multiple platforms to watch live TV and more.
Game 1 coverage starts with NBA Countdown airing at 7 p.m. ET on ESPN on Tuesday. NBA Unplugged with Kevin Hart will air at 8 p.m. ET on ESPN2.
Which team is predicated to win the Eastern Conference finals? The conference finals could go either way, but the Celtics are predicted to win over the Pacers and advance to the NBA Finals.
The Pacers shook up the NBA Playoffs beating the New York Knicks in Game 7 on Sunday. The victory landed them in the Eastern Conference finals for the first time since 2014. The Celtics return to the finals for a sixth time in the last eight years.
Meanwhile, Game 1 of the Western Conference finals between the Dallas Mavericks and Minnesota Timberwolves will air live on TNT on Wednesday at 8 p.m. ET.
See the NBA Conference finals schedule below.
Eastern Conference Finals Schedule
Game 1: Pacers vs. Celtics, Tuesday, May 21 on ESPN
Game 2: Pacers vs. Celtics, Thursday, May 23 on ESPN
Game 3: Celtics vs. Pacers, Saturday, May 25 on ABC
Game 4: Celtics vs. Pacer, Monday, May 27 on ESPN
(Possible) Game 5: Pacers vs. Celtics, Wednesday, May 29 on ESPN
(Possible) Game 6: Celtics vs. Pacers, Friday, May 31 on ESPN
(Possible) Game 7: Pacers vs. Celtics, Sunday, June 2 on ESPN
Western Conference Finals Schedule
Game 1: Mavericks vs. Timberwolves, Wednesday, May 22 on TNT
Game 2: Mavericks vs. Timberwolves, Friday, May 24 on TNT
Game 3: Timberwolves vs. Mavericks, Sunday, May 26 on TNT
Game 4: Timberwolves vs. Mavericks, Tuesday, May 28 on TNT
(Possible) Game 5: Mavericks vs. Timberwolves, Thursday, May 30 on TNT
(Possible) Game 6: Timberwolves vs. Mavericks, Saturday, June 1 on TNT
(Possible) Game 7: Mavericks vs. Timberwolves, Monday, June 3 on TNT.
