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Nolan's The Odyssey Opens to $264M Global Debut

Director Christopher Nolan’s adaptation of The Odyssey had an epic debut, grossing $264.1 million in global ticket sales on its opening weekend, including $123.5 million in the U.S. and Canada, according to Universal Pictures. The film outperformed studio expectations of a $117-million domestic open

Jul 19, 2:59 PM ET Est. Read: 3 Mins

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Brenda Fricker, Oscar Winner for 'My Left Foot', Dies at Age 81

Brenda Fricker, the acclaimed Irish actress known for her role as Christy Brown's mother in My Left Foot , has died at age 81. According to multiple reports, she passed away on Thursday night in Dublin after a period of ill health. The Oscar-winning actor was celebrated for her versatile performance

Jul 17, 12:29 PM ET Est. Read: 1 Mins

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Nolan's The Odyssey Sparks Mixed Reactions

Christopher Nolan’s latest film The Odyssey , starring Matt Damon as Odysseus and Anne Hathaway as Penelope, has sparked mixed reactions from critics. Based on Homer's epic poem, the movie explores Odysseus' arduous journey home after the Trojan War with a runtime of nearly three hours. NPR's Justin

Jul 16, 10:30 AM ET Est. Read: 3 Mins

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Sam Neill Dies at 78 from Pneumonia

Sam Neill, the acclaimed actor known for his roles in Jurassic Park and The Piano , has died at age 78. His family announced that he passed away on July 13 in Sydney from pneumonia, describing his death as 'sudden and unexpected' but blessed by the fact that he had remained cancer-free. Neill was bo

Jul 13, 3:52 AM ET·4 min read

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Television

Emmy Nominations Favor Familiar Faces

Based on coverage from three major outlets, the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards nominations have been announced, showcasing a mix of returning favorites and new contenders. The Pitt , last year's best drama winner, leads with 25 nominations , including another best actor nod for Noah Wyle. Its HBO Max si

Jul 9, 12:52 PM ET·2 min read

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Television

Netflix Reimagines Little House on Prairie

Netflix has launched a reimagined adaptation of Little House on the Prairie , based on Laura Ingalls Wilder's beloved novels. The series, created by Rebecca Sonnenshine, premiered on Thursday and aims to stay true to the original material while adding historical context and diversity. Sonnenshine ha

Jul 9, 10:58 AM ET·2 min read

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Music

Bonnie Tyler, Singer of 'Total Eclipse,' Dies at 75

Bonnie Tyler, the Welsh singer renowned for her gravelly voice and iconic power ballad 'Total Eclipse of the Heart' , has died at age 75. According to multiple reports, she passed away unexpectedly in a hospital in Portugal where she was being treated for an illness. The Grammy-nominated artist was

Jul 9, 6:27 AM ET·3 min read

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Celebrity

Margaret Qualley Denies Infidelity Amid Split Reports

Margaret Qualley and Jack Antonoff are reportedly separating after nearly three years of marriage. According to multiple sources, the couple has decided to call it quits following a “rocky” period in their relationship. The speculation about their split began when Antonoff attended Taylor Swift’s we

Jul 8, 7:00 PM ET·2 min read

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Television

Prime Video's 'Elle' Prequel Explores Elle Woods' Teen Years

Prime Video's new series 'Elle' , a prequel to the popular film Legally Blonde , follows 16-year-old Elle Woods (Lexi Minetree) as she navigates high school life in Seattle after her family relocates from Beverly Hills. Set in 1995, the show explores Elle's journey amidst the city's grunge culture a

Jul 3, 8:38 AM ET·2 min read

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Celebrity

Taylor Swift Marries Travis Kelce

Taylor Swift officially married Travis Kelce on Friday in a highly secretive ceremony held at Madison Square Garden. The event, attended by over 1,000 guests including some of the world's biggest stars such as Tom Hanks, Jennifer Lopez, Stevie Nicks, and Paul McCartney, was marked by strict secrecy

Jul 3, 1:32 AM ET·2 min read

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Celebrity

Kathy Griffin Claims Ban From Jimmy Fallon’s Show

Comedian Kathy Griffin claimed she has been banned from appearing on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon , suggesting it was due to her controversial reputation. In an Instagram post, Griffin stated she hasn't appeared on the show since 2014 when it aired at a different time slot. According to Da

Jul 1, 8:41 PM ET·2 min read

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Music

David Clayton-Thomas of Blood Sweat & Tears Dies

David Clayton-Thomas, the lead singer of Blood Sweat & Tears whose distinctive voice defined hits like 'Spinning Wheel' and 'And When I Die' , has died at age 84. According to spokesperson Eric Alper, Clayton-Thomas passed away peacefully on Wednesday at St. Michael's Hospital in Toronto. The Canadi

Jun 27, 12:36 AM ET·1 min read

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Celebrity

Swift and Kelce Marry in NYC

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce married on July 3rd at Madison Square Garden in New York City. According to multiple reports, the ceremony was officiated by comedian Adam Sandler and featured performances from artists such as Stevie Nicks and Tim McGraw. The couple took extensive measures to keep deta

Jun 26, 2:58 PM ET·3 min read

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Film

Toy Story 5 Smashes Box Office Records

Pixar's 'Toy Story 5' opened to $160 million in North America, marking the biggest domestic debut of the year. Internationally, it earned $152 million, bringing its worldwide total to $312 million over the opening weekend. The film surpassed previous franchise records set by 'Toy Story 4,' which o

Jun 23, 12:23 PM ET·2 min read

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Music

Clive Davis, Legendary Music Executive, Dies at 94

Clive Davis, the legendary music executive who played a pivotal role in shaping the careers of countless artists across nearly every major genre for more than half a century, has died at the age of 94. His family confirmed his death in a statement posted to his official social media accounts. Davis

Jun 22, 1:28 PM ET·2 min read

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Television

'House of Dragon' Season 3 Opens with Gullet Battle

The premiere of House of the Dragon 's Season 3 opened with a dramatic naval battle known as the Battle of the Gullet. According to multiple reports, Rhaenyra Targaryen's plans to claim King's Landing were disrupted by various betrayals and strategic missteps. The episode began with Rhaenyra prepari

Jun 21, 11:51 PM ET·2 min read

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Ubisoft Co-Founder Claude Guillemot Dies in Plane Crash

Claude Guillemot, co-founder of Ubisoft , died in a plane crash near La Baule-Escoublac Airport on France's Atlantic coast, according to multiple reports. The twin-engine Cessna 421 carrying Guillemot and a flight instructor crashed Friday evening just before landing. The accident occurred near La B

Jun 20, 5:50 PM ET·1 min read

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Television

James Burrows, Legendary Sitcom Director, Dies at 85

James Burrows, the prolific television director renowned for creating laughter through classic sitcoms like 'Cheers' , 'Friends' , and 'Will & Grace' , has died at age 85. His family confirmed his death in a statement to People , saying he 'passed away peacefully today surrounded by his family.' The

Jun 19, 6:40 PM ET·4 min read

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Music

Grammy-Nominated Producer Tay Keith Found Dead at 29

Grammy-nominated music producer Tay Keith was found dead in his Nashville apartment on Thursday afternoon. According to the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department, officers conducting a welfare check discovered his body at his Martin Street residence. The department stated that no foul play is sus

Jun 19, 9:08 AM ET·2 min read

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Celebrity

Jelly Roll Files for Divorce After Nearly a Decade of Marriage

Country singer Jelly Roll, whose real name is Jason DeFord, has filed for divorce from his wife of nearly ten years, Bunnie XO. According to court documents obtained by multiple outlets, the singer filed for divorce on May 18 in Williamson County, Tennessee, listing the date of separation as May 9 a

Jun 17, 9:36 PM ET·3 min read

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Celebrity

Brooklyn Beckham Accuses Parents of Staging Sister's Visit

Brooklyn Beckham has accused his parents, David and Victoria Beckham, of staging a recent visit by his younger sister Harper to his Beverly Hills home. Representatives for Brooklyn and his wife Nicola Peltz claimed that photographers were present during the visit, suggesting it was orchestrated for

Jun 16, 10:50 AM ET·2 min read

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Tyra Banks Sues Netflix Over Documentary

Tyra Banks has filed a defamation lawsuit against Netflix, directors Daniel Sivan and Mor Loushy, and EverWonder Studio over its documentary series Reality Check: Inside America's Next Top Model . According to the lawsuit, which was filed on Saturday in Los Angeles federal court, producers manipulat

Jun 15, 6:33 PM ET·2 min read

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Music

South African Jazz Legend Abdullah Ibrahim Dies at 91

South African jazz legend Abdullah Ibrahim has died at age 91 after a brief illness. According to multiple reports, he passed away peacefully in Germany, where he had lived for many years. The globally celebrated pianist and composer was born Adolph Johannes Brand in Cape Town in 1934. He rose to in

Jun 15, 6:33 PM ET·2 min read

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Television

Ritter Retires After Alzheimer's Diagnosis

Bill Ritter, a longtime New York City television news anchor for WABC-TV , announced his retirement after revealing he has been diagnosed with early-stage Alzheimer's disease. The 76-year-old veteran journalist anchored the station's evening newscasts since 2001 and became a familiar face to million

Jun 13, 9:29 AM ET·2 min read

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Nolan's The Odyssey Opens to $264M Global Debut

Brenda Fricker, Oscar Winner for 'My Left Foot', Dies at Age 81