Hollywood producer Carol Baum on 'It' girl Sydney Sweeney: She ‘isn’t pretty’ and ‘can’t act’

BY ROBERT REQUINTINA

Apr 18, 2024 08:47 AM

  

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AT A GLANCE

• Baum said she realized this after watching Sweeney’s latest film, “Anyone But You,” on an airplane.

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Sydney Sweeney (Instagram)

Hollywood producer Carol Baum's comments about Sydney Sweeney, the star of the blockbuster rom-com movie "Anyone But You," have left many fans feeling disheartened. 

Baum, who revealed she does not understand Sweeney's popularity, stated that she "isn't pretty" and "can't act."

According to a report by pagesix.com, Baum made the comments at the Jacob Burns Center in Pleasantville, NY, last week. 

“I don’t get Sydney Sweeney. I wanted to know who she is and why everybody’s talking about her,” said Baum, producer of the hit movie Father of the Bride and its sequel.

Glen Powell and Sydney Sweeney in 'Anyone But You' (Columbia Pictures)

Baum said she realized this after watching Sweeney’s latest film, “Anyone But You,” on an airplane. She also derscribed the rom-com is "unwatchable."

The producer further revealed that her students at the University of Southern California School of Cinematic Arts couldn’t give a satisfactory reason why the 26-year-old star is so sought after, the same report added. “I said to my class, ‘Explain this girl to me. She’s not pretty; she can’t act. Why is she so hot?'” Nobody had an answer."

Baum admitted uncertainty about turning down a movie production involving her. We all want to get the movie made and who walks away from a green light? Nobody I know. Your job is to get the movie made," said Baum, in a report by the popular entertainment website.

Aborlan, Palawan may feel 45°C heat index on April 18

BY LIZST TORRES ABELLO

Apr 18, 2024 09:06 AM 

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said a heat index of 45°C may be felt in Aborlan, Palawan on Thursday, April 18. 

(Photo from Unsplash) 

PAGASA also said a heat index of 44°C may be experienced in Dagupan City, Pangasinan; Puerto Princesa City, Palawan; and Catarman, Northern Samar. 

A heat index of 43°C may also be recorded in Tuguegarao City, Cagayan; Isabela State University (ISU) station in Ichague, Isabela; Ambulong, Tanauan, Batangas; San Jose, Occidental Mindoro; Iloilo City, Iloilo; Dumangas, Iloilo; and Guiuan, Eastern Samar. 

Meanwhile, Mariano Marcos State University (MMSU) station in Batac, Ilocos Norte; Bacnotan, La Union; Aparri, Cagayan; Sangley Point, Cavite; Coron, Palawan; Virac, Catanduanes; and Roxas City, Capiz may have “dangerous” heat index of 42°C. 

With prolonged exposure to heat indices ranging from 42-51°C, PAGASA said heat stroke is probable. 

Drinking plenty of water and limiting time spent outdoors, particularly from 12 noon to 4 p.m. can help the public to avoid the adverse effects of extreme heat. 

PAGASA: 24 areas may experience ‘dangerous’ heat index on April 16

BY ELLALYN DE VERA-RUIZ

Apr 16, 2024 07:35 AM

  

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Families beat the heat at a public beach in Noveleta, Cavite on Black Saturday, March 30, 2024 (Arnold Quizol/Manila Bulletin)

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said 24 locations may record heat index values in the “danger” category on Tuesday, April 16.

PAGASA said Dagupan City, Pangasinan may experience a heat index of 46℃, while Aparri, Cagayan; Aborlan, Palawan; Central Bicol State University of Agriculture (CBSUA) station Pili, Camarines Sur; Iloilo City, Iloilo; and Zamboanga City, Zamboanga may register a heat index of 43℃.

Meanwhile, a heat index of 42℃ may be recorded in the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) station in Pasay City; Laoag City, Ilocos Norte; Tuguegarao City, Cagayan; Isabela State University (ISU) station in Echague, Isabela; Clark Airport station in Pampanga; Central Luzon State University (CLSU) station in Muñoz, Nueva Ecija; Baler radar in Aurora; Casiguran, Aurora; Sangley Point, Cavite; Ambulong, Tanauan, Batangas; Coron, Palawan; San Jose, Occidental Mindoro; Puerto Princesa City, Palawan; Virac synop station in Cataduanes; Masbate City, Masbate; Roxas City, Capiz; Dumangas, Iloilo; and Catarman, Northern Samar.

PAGASA defines the heat index as the measurement of how hot it feels when relative humidity is combined with the actual air temperature.

It said a heat index ranging from 42°C to 51°C indicates imminent "danger," as "heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely," and "heat stroke is probable with continued activity."

PAGASA recorded the country’s highest heat index so far this year on March 27 in Roxas City, Capiz at 48°C.

Brace for warmer days ahead — PAGASA

BY LIZST TORRES ABELLO

Apr 15, 2024 09:05 AM

  

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The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) on Monday, April 15 said “warmer” days may be expected in the coming days. 

(Photo credit to MB Visual Content Group) 

In PAGASA’s Monday morning public forecast, weather specialist Obet Badrina said the easterlies, or the warm winds from the Pacific Ocean, continue to be the dominant weather system in the country. 

“Asahan pa rin natin iyong patuloy na pagtaas ng temperaturang mararanasan for this week habang may tyansa pa rin ng mga isolated rain showers and thunderstorms (Expect the continuous increase in the temperature that may be experienced for this week, with chances of isolated rain showers and thunderstorms),” Badrina said. 

Based on the PAGASA’s extended weather outlook from April 16 to 18, the actual air temperatures in some key areas are 24–36°C in Metro Manila, 24-38°C in Tuguegarao City, 25-32C° in Legazpi City, 17–27°C in Baguio City, 26–32°C in Metro Cebu, 27–34°C in Iloilo City, 25–32°C in Tacloban City, 24–34°C in Metro Davao, 25–35°C in Zamboanga City, and 24–32°C in Cagayan de Oro City. 

PAGASA said the entire archipelago may experience partly cloudy to cloudy weather with isolated rain showers or thunderstorms.

8 areas may log ‘dangerous’ heat index on April 14

BY LIZST TORRES ABELLO

Apr 14, 2024 09:14 AM

  

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The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said eight areas may have “dangerous” heat index on Sunday, April 14. 

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It said Puerto Princesa City and Aborlan Palawan may expect a heat index of 43°C, while a heat index of 42°C may be felt in Dagupan City, Pangasinan; Aparri, Cagayan; Tuguegarao City, Cagayan; Dumangas, Iloilo; Zamboanga City, Zamboanga del Sur; and Cotabato City, Maguindanao. 

PAGASA warned the public that continuous exposure to direct heat, particularly heat indices ranging from 42-51°C, may lead to heat stroke. 

It also said heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely to be experienced, that is why, limiting time spent outdoors, drinking plenty of water, and avoiding tea, coffee, and soda are needed. 

Related stories: https://mb.com.ph/2024/3/18/heat-index-what-is-it-and-how-does-it-differ-from-actual-temperature

https://mb.com.ph/2024/3/25/understanding-heat-waves-can-they-occur-in-the-philippines-1

PAGASA recorded the country’s highest heat index so far this year of 48°C in Roxas City, Capiz, on March 27

When life gives you lemons

Here’s the perfect drink to cool down for the summer

BY POCH EULALIA

Apr 12, 2024 07:35 AM

  

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On a hot summer day, there’s only one solution to keep yourself cool throughout the day. An ice-cold glass of lemonade! It’s such a simple recipe any child can follow it. The entrepreneurs can even start their own lemonade stand for some extra cash. Here’s a handy lemonade recipe to get you started:  

Ingredients:
● Four lemons
● Water
● Sugar
● Mint (optional)
● Spirit of choice (optional)

Procedure:

1. Slice the lemons and squeeze the lemon juice into a pitcher. You can slice up parts of the lemon afterward to include in the mix to maximize zest.
2. Add the desired amount of water to the pitcher. More water means less zest. Place in the refrigerator to cool down.
3. While the lemon water settles, add a cup of water to a pan and let it boil.
4. Add sugar to the boiling water and stir until the sugar dissolves to create a simple syrup. You can add mint to the mix if you’d like it to have a stronger taste. 
5. Let the simple syrup mix cool down.
6. Add the desired amount of simple syrup to the lemon water depending on how sweet you want it.
7. Adults out there looking for an extra kick can choose their spirit of choice for the drink. Vodka, gin, or tequila works best. Mix it all using a shaker.