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‘X-Files' Series Finale Scully Pregnancy Debate Reignited by Creator Chris Carter: ‘The Truth Is Out There Is Something Else'

There was a mic drop moment at the end of an event in New York City celebrating 30 years of "The X-Files" when series creator Chris Carter reignited the debate around Dana Scully’s pregnancy. Towards the end of “My Struggle IV,” the series finale episode in Season 11, Scully (Gillian Anderson) informs Fox Mulder (David Duchovny) […]

Eurovision 2024 begins in Malmo with contestants' walk on 'Turquoise Carpet'

MALMO, Sweden (Reuters) - Eurovision 2024 began in the Swedish city of Malmo on Sunday when 37 contenders walked the "Turquoise Carpet" amid heightened security and calls for boycotts due to Israel's participation. The 68th version of the song contest, which is always billed as non-political, is taking place against the backdrop of the devastating Israeli military campaign in Gaza, triggered by

Abhishek Bachchan Returns to ‘Housefull' Bollywood Comedy Film Franchise (EXCLUSIVE) – Global Bulletin

THE RETURN Actor Abhishek Bachchan (“Ghoomer”) is returning to producer Sajid Nadiadwala’s “Housefull” film franchise, one of the biggest hit Bollywood comedy film series of all time. The franchise began in 2010 with “Housefull” (2010) with sequels following in 2012, 2016 and 2019. Bachchan was one of the stars of “Housefull 3,” where he played […]

Lord of the Rings cast pay tribute to Bernard Hill

The actor, who plays King Théoden in Peter Jackson's trilogy, passed away early on Sunday morning.

Laufey set to perform thrice in Manila this year

MANILA, Philippines — Laufey (pronounced l?y-v?y) is set to serenade the Philippines three times this year with her dreamy jazz sounds. Two of her shows are happening this month, to be followed by one in September. She will stage her A Night At The Symphony concerts at the Philippine International Convention Center Plenary Hall on May 28 and 29. The Manila Philharmonic Orchestra will join her on stage at the two-night sold-out shows. Fans can...

P-pop girl group G22 reaps accolades after China gig

The future looks promising for the three-piece group.

Apology for disabled woman denied Swift tickets

Wheelchair user Cat Dafydd was unable to secure more than two accessible tickets to the Cardiff gig.

Madonna attracts 1.6 million to free concert at Brazil’s Copacabana beach

RIO DE JANEIRO — More than a million people thronged Brazil’s Copacabana beach for a free Madonna concert on Saturday, braving the heat to see the end of her “Celebration” world tour. The sand and oceanfront boulevard around Rio de Janeiro’s famed beach were filled for several blocks by a crowd the city estimated at 1.6 million. Many had been there […]

John Cho Doesn't Think of His ‘Sympathizer' Cameo as Meta, But Understands If You Do

[This story contains spoilers for episode four of The Sympathizer, "Give Us Some Good Lines.”] You hear about James Yoon before you meet him. The fourth episode of The Sympathizer, HBO and A24's limited series adaptation of Viet Thanh Nguyen's Pulitzer-winning novel, is an interlude from the usual business of spycraft as The Captain (Hoa […]

Review: Parokya ni Edgar Musical Hits the Right Beats

Delivering a strong message wrapped up in an extravagant production.

Why Orson Welles still influences film, radio, and theater

One of cinema's iconic filmmakers, Orson Welles was a gifted actor, director, writer, and producer. He worked in theater, radio, and film, and his early work in all three still provides an important reference for anyone interested in the art of storytelling. Browse this gallery and revisit some of the greatest achievements of this influential genius.

The most iconic singer-guitarist duos

What makes an iconic singer-guitarist duo? Is it their songwriting ability? Or maybe it's the way the guitar complements the vocal lines, and vice versa? Perhaps their onstage presence has something to do with it? Well, maybe it's a combination of all of these things, and, of course, an exceptional chemistry that is unique to these individuals. Luckily, rock music has quite a few of these pairs. Click through the following gallery and take a look at the most iconic singer-guitarist duos in rock history.

Bruce Springsteen tells Cardiff to ‘get ready’ as he begins European leg of tour

Bruce Springsteen tells Cardiff to ‘get ready’ as he begins European leg of tour - The American rocker and his E Street Band are set to entertain a packed crowd at the Principality Stadium on Sunday.

Wurzels frontman Adge Cutler remembered 50 years on

Bandmate Tommy Banner says Cutler was a "great raconteur" and "very entertaining company".

Tom Brady's Netflix roast features lots of humor, reunion between Robert Kraft and Bill Belichick

INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Three months before Tom Brady gets roasted by critics as Fox Sports' top NFL analyst, he took his share of barbs from comedians, former teammates and his longtime coach Sunday night during a made-for-streaming comedy live event on Netflix. And it is safe to say after the one liners and jokes Brady heard during three hours of “The Greatest Roast of All Time” at The Forum, he will do just fine. “It’s like a football game....

I Kissed a Girl on BBC Three review: a refreshing spin on the straight shows we've seen a billion times before

I Kissed a Girl on BBC Three review: a refreshing spin on the straight shows we've seen a billion times before - 4/5 The UK’s first ever LGBTQ+ dating show now has a spin-off, and it’s just as easy-to-watch and entertaining as the debut

St Giles': Playing a part in history for 900 years

It has played a part in many of Scotland's big moments from the death of the Queen to a Marvel movie.

Box Office: ‘The Fall Guy' Kicks Off Summer Movie Season With Disappointing $28 Million Debut

“The Fall Guy,” an action-comedy starring Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt, kicked off the summer movie season without much sizzle. The film, backed by Universal and directed by David Leitch, fell just short of expectations with $28.5 million from 3,800 North American venues in its debut. Heading into the weekend, “The Fall Guy” was projected to […]

Kim Godwin Exits ABC News

Kim Godwin, the ABC News president who was the first black woman to run a broadcast network news operation, is leaving the Disney unit amid increasing concern about the way she was managing the home of shows like “Good Morning America” and “World News Tonight.” More to come…./

‘Black Rider’ star Rainier Castillo goes on a quest for good food! | Farm To Table (Full episode)

Aired (May 5, 2024): Chef JR Royol recommends several enhanced versions of Lucban Longganisa dishes for those Longganisa enjoyers out there! While ‘Black Rider’ star Rainier Castillo goes around Quezon City to satisfy his Thai and Coffee cravings!

White eager to help County's survival fight - gossip

Jordan White is eager to play a key role in Ross County's survival fight. (Press and Journal - subscription) Read Monday's Scottish Gossip

Spin-off of Eurovision winners Bucks Fizz announce departure of member

Spin-off of Eurovision winners Bucks Fizz announce departure of member - The original pop group won the 1981 song contest with Making Your Mind Up.

“The Fall Guy ”doesn’t stick the landing, debuts to only $28 million despite Ryan Gosling’s best efforts

The action-comedy from "John Wick" director David Leitch also stars Emily Blunt.

Gen V will not recast Chance Perdomo’s role after his death – show producers

Gen V will not recast Chance Perdomo’s role after his death – show producers - The actor played Godolkin University student Andre Anderson in the superhero show.

Kim Soo Hyun and Kim Ji Won share a glimpse of “Queen of Tears” set

The “Queen of Tears” fever is still on and its lead stars Kim Soo Hyun and Kim Ji Won are still on it! The two Korean stars took to Instagram on Sunday to share some behind the scenes snaps from the hit Korean drama. In her post, Ji Won shared a photo of herself in her wedding dress, and a snap of herself inside an oceanarium as she expressed her gratitude to everyone who supported “Queen of Tears.” “Thank you all for supporting the Queen of...

Juliette Binoche's new film is a luscious celebration of gastronomy that never truly satiates

The Taste of Things, a culinary romance starring Juliette Binoche, is a sensory indulgence and an ode to pleasure.

B-sides that deserved to be A-sides

Back in the day, music fans would eagerly await the next single release from their favorite artist. The A-side—the song intended to be a hit—was backed up by a B-side, invariably a lesser-known track quite often selected as filler or throwaway. But there have been occasions when the flipside has overshadowed the track it's meant to be supporting. This reversal of fortune is exemplified by numerous tracks that made the cut despite being consigned to "side two." So, what are the B-sides that deserved to be A-sides? Click on and take a spin through this back catalogue of vintage vinyl.

Erwan Heussaff, Nico Bolzico go on a Canadian trip with daughters Dahlia, Thylane

Erwan Heussaff and Nico Bolzico are in full-on dad mode! On Instagram, Erwan shared a cute reel that showed snippets of a father-daughter trip to Canada featuring himself and daughter Dahlia and Nico and daughter Thylane. It started at the airport, showing Nico and Erwan were seen sitting in the waiting area, while their daughters, Thylane and Dahlia, respectively, ran into them and sat on their laps. The reel was then cut to gorgeous photos...

How I found happiness after trauma

Broadcaster and journalist Charlie Webster shares that talking is healing

Tom Brady, Gisele Bündchen divorce mocked during Netflix comedy roast of retired quarterback

Tom Brady was roasted by comedians and football players during live Netflix special. Nothing was off limits, including his romantic life with Gisele Bündchen.

The Incredibly Talented Lucy, review: further evidence of The Piano winner’s brilliance

Lucy Illingworth is the schoolgirl who captivated viewers on The Piano, Channel 4’s tear-jerking talent contest. Lucy is blind, having been diagnosed with cancerous tumours in her eyes at nine months, and has a chromosomal condition that causes significant developmental delay. Communication through language is difficult; through music, she soars. T...

Marian Rivera, Dingdong Dantes, Alden Richards, more Kapuso programs, personalities win at the 52nd Box Office Entertainment Awards

GMA Network won big at the 52nd Box Office Entertainment Awards with 19 Kapuso programs and personalities taking home major awards. Kapuso Primetime King and Queen Dingdong Dantes and Marian Rivera took home the top honors as this year’s Box Office Phenomenal Stars of Philippine Cinema, following the box office success of their comeback movie “Rewind," which became the Philippines' highest-grossing film of all time. It also surpassed the...

Bernard Hill was 'a natural' for Blackstuff part

Screenwriter Alan Bleasdale recalls how desperate he was to work with actor Bernard Hill.

Eurovision hopefuls put on the style in Malmo

The world's biggest song contest reaches its finale on Saturday and contestants have arrived in style.

Watch Mike Nolan throughout the years with bandmates in The Fizz

Watch Mike Nolan throughout the years with bandmates in The Fizz. The singer revealed his is leaving the band after 43 years due to 'personal reasons'.

Usher's Lovers & Friends canceled, music festival cites Las Vegas weather

Organizers for Usher's Lovers and Friends Las Vegas music festival announced the last-minute cancelation in a statement Friday, citing severe weather.

Teacher lands Britain's Got Talent golden buzzer

Bruno Tonioli says Egham special educational needs teacher Taryn Charles is a "very special person".

Strictly's Johannes Radebe confirms future on show ahead of musical debut in Kinky Boots

Strictly's Johannes Radebe confirms future on show ahead of musical debut in Kinky Boots - EXCLUSIVE The professional dancer set the record straight while joined on stage at the London Palladium by former Strictly partner Anabel Croft

‘The Fall Guy': Five Ways in Which the Movie References the Original Series

(Warning: Spoilers ahead for The Fall Guy movie.) Yes, The Fall Guy is based on a TV series. If you weren’t aware of that, it’s likely because you’re of a younger generation that wasn’t alive or old enough to remember the series, which hasn’t exactly re-entered the zeitgeist in the four decades since it went […]

'The Sympathizer' Director Park Chan-wook Explains Episode 4's Big Change From the Book

Note: This story contains spoilers ahead from "The Sympathizer" Episode 4. Sunday's episode of "The Sympathizer" saw The Captain (Hoa Xuande) go to work as an interpreter on auteur Nikos' (Robert Downey Jr.) film about the Vietnam War. Co-showrunner Park Chan-wook revealed in an interview with TheWrap that one key change that the series made from Viet Thanh Nguyen's Pultizer Prize-winning source material was moving the location of the film's set...

John Mulaney opens up about life with infant son Malcolm during Hollywood Bowl show

John Mulaney gave an update on his 2-year-old son Malcolm and sidestepped Olivia Munn's cancer diagnosis at his Netflix Is a Joke Fest standup show.

Chris Pine Had Negative $400 in His Bank Account Before Booking ‘Princess Diaries 2': The Salary Was ‘Absolutely Earth-Shattering'

Chris Pine reflected on how his role in “The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement” changed his career - and life. In the May 5 episode of “Sunday Sitdown With Willie Geist,” Pine spoke about being cast as Nicholas Devereaux in the 2004 film, which jumpstarted his career and turned his finances around. “It was the height […]

'If you call it Lahore, show Lahore': Pakistani writer on Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Heeramandi

While some absolutely loved the gorgeous sets and costume design of the series, others could simply not fathom the inauthentic portrayal of the historical period it is set in.

How to Make Sinigang na Dalag sa Puso ng Saging | Farm To Table

Aired (May 5, 2024): After consulting an expert, Chef JR Royol demonstrates how to make a unique version of sinigang made with puso ng saging and dalag!

Desi Matters Productions marks a decade of cultural exchange, entertainment excellence

Desi Matters Productions, a pioneering Indian-owned entertainment company, celebrated its remarkable 10-year journey with a vibrant and joyous affair dubbed the "Baisakhi Fest 2024." Held on April 13 at the Hilton Manila Ballroom in Newport City, Pasay City, the event brought together Indian expatriates, local business owners, and friends from the community who reveled in an evening filled with music, dance, and festivities. Founded by Rav...

China Box Office: ‘The Last Frenzy' Takes Top Spot on Record May Day Weekend

"The Last Frenzy," a comedy film about a dying man's last hurrah, took the top spot in mainland Chinese cinemas ahead of chasing pack of new releases. It earned $30.7 million (RMB218 million) between Friday and Sunday, according to data from consultancy firm Artisan Gateway. Over its full five-day opening session, it accumulated $55.2 million. […]

ABC Classic wants to know your feel-good favourites as voting opens in the Classic 100

Voting opened on May 6 in this year's Classic 100: Feel Good to discover the music that makes Australians feel on top of the world.

Magazines were supposed to die in the digital age. Why haven’t they?

In the classic comedy Ghostbusters (1984), newly hired secretary Janice raises the subject of reading, while idly flipping through the pages of a magazine. The scientist Egon Spengler responds with a brusque dismissal: “print is dead.” Egon’s words now seem prescient. The prevailing assumption of the past couple of decades is that print media is […]

‘Unfrosted' Team on Working With First-Time Director Jerry Seinfeld: ‘Just a ‘Seinfeld' Episode With a Much Bigger Budget'

For director, co-writer and star Jerry Seinfeld, "Unfrosted" was an opportunity to bring something a little less serious to the entertainment zeitgeist. A humorless life without the ability to make fun of ourselves, he postured, doesn't make for "good living." "Don’t give up laughing and humor and comedy in your life. It’s the best way […]

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