Eddie Murphy receives life achievement award by AFI, drawing standing ovation at star-filled tribute
Read full article: Eddie Murphy receives life achievement award by AFI, drawing standing ovation at star-filled tributeEddie Murphy has received the American Film Institute's life achievement award at a star-studded ceremony.
Life jacket worn by a passenger who survived the Titanic auctioned off for over $900,000
Read full article: Life jacket worn by a passenger who survived the Titanic auctioned off for over $900,000A life jacket worn by a passenger on the RMS Titanic has sold at auction for 670,000 pounds, which is more than $900,000.
Rapper Tory Lanez sues California prison system for $100 million over stabbing by inmate
Read full article: Rapper Tory Lanez sues California prison system for $100 million over stabbing by inmateRapper Tory Lanez has sued the California prison system, claiming he should not have been housed with an inmate who stabbed him 16 times last year.
Don Schlitz, storied country songwriter behind such hits as 'The Gambler,' dies at 73
Read full article: Don Schlitz, storied country songwriter behind such hits as 'The Gambler,' dies at 73Don Schlitz, the storied country music songwriter known for “The Gambler,” died Thursday at a Nashville hospital.
Before Beatlemania, George Harrison visited his sister in Illinois. The house is now for sale.
Read full article: Before Beatlemania, George Harrison visited his sister in Illinois. The house is now for sale.In September 1963, before Beatlemania, George Harrison visited his sister in the southern Illinois town of Benton.
After a paralyzing stroke, a South Korean pianist recreates himself as a one-handed performer
Read full article: After a paralyzing stroke, a South Korean pianist recreates himself as a one-handed performerIn 2012, South Korean pianist Lee Hun suffered a major stroke that left him with a right-sided paralysis.
In address on media ethics, former Washington Post editor worries about fading moral compass
Read full article: In address on media ethics, former Washington Post editor worries about fading moral compassDuring a contentious era, one of journalism's leading figures says he's concerned about news outlets that may be losing their moral compass.
Man plans to plead guilty in killing of Run-DMC's Jam Master Jay. 2 other men went to trial
Read full article: Man plans to plead guilty in killing of Run-DMC's Jam Master Jay. 2 other men went to trialCourt records show one of three men charged in the killing of Jam Master Jay plans to plead guilty.
QVC prepares for bankruptcy protection in the era of influencers, TikTok and Temu
Read full article: QVC prepares for bankruptcy protection in the era of influencers, TikTok and TemuThe owner of home shopping network pioneer QVC _ which for years garnered the attention of millions of TV viewers looking for a deal on baubles and housewares, is planning to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
'Long live the movies': Paramount's David Ellison makes big promises to theater owners at CinemaCon
Read full article: 'Long live the movies': Paramount's David Ellison makes big promises to theater owners at CinemaConParamount Skydance CEO David Ellison has promised to release 30 movies a year between Paramount and Warner Bros.
Star of Japanese hit series 'The Solitary Gourmet' hopes to share its joy of eating
Read full article: Star of Japanese hit series 'The Solitary Gourmet' hopes to share its joy of eatingJapanese TV drama “The Solitary Gourmet” quietly started in a late-night slot 14 years ago featuring a suit-clad, middle-aged man’s joy of solitary dining at a local eatery after work.
'Spaceballs' sequel, 'Thomas Crown Affair' previewed at CinemaCon, but no Bond updates
Read full article: 'Spaceballs' sequel, 'Thomas Crown Affair' previewed at CinemaCon, but no Bond updatesThe cast and filmmakers behind the “Spaceballs” sequel, including Bill Pullman and Rick Moranis, brought humor to CinemaCon in Las Vegas.
The 'becoming Chinese' meme shows China's soft power moment is here
Read full article: The 'becoming Chinese' meme shows China's soft power moment is hereYoung Western social media users are embracing a “very Chinese time” of their lives, and China’s government is keen to use this moment to boost the country’s cultural influence worldwide.
Jury finds that Ticketmaster and Live Nation had an anticompetitive monopoly over big concert venues
Read full article: Jury finds that Ticketmaster and Live Nation had an anticompetitive monopoly over big concert venuesA jury has found that concert giant Live Nation and its Ticketmaster subsidiary engaged in an anticompetitive monopoly.
Anitta, like you've never heard her before. The Brazilian superstar talks new album, 'SNL' and God
Read full article: Anitta, like you've never heard her before. The Brazilian superstar talks new album, 'SNL' and GodAnitta’s upcoming album “Equilibrium” showcases her roots with a vibrant mix of Brazilian funk, samba, bossa nova and more.
‘Mormon Wives’ star Taylor Frankie Paul will not face new domestic violence charges
Read full article: ‘Mormon Wives’ star Taylor Frankie Paul will not face new domestic violence chargesUtah reality star Taylor Frankie Paul will not be charged in recent fights with her former partner, the Salt Lake County District Attorney’s Office said.
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette announces it has found a buyer to keep the newspaper open
Read full article: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette announces it has found a buyer to keep the newspaper openOwners of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette said they have found a buyer who had agreed to keep the newspaper open, less than a month before it was due to shut down.
Phil Collins, Iron Maiden, Sade, Oasis, Wu-Tang Clan and Luther Vandross get into Rock Hall
Read full article: Phil Collins, Iron Maiden, Sade, Oasis, Wu-Tang Clan and Luther Vandross get into Rock HallPhil Collins, Iron Maiden, Billy Idol, Queen Latifah, Oasis, Sade and Joy Division/New Order are set to be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
Hollywood heavyweights voice 'unequivocal opposition' to Paramount-Warner merger in open letter
Read full article: Hollywood heavyweights voice 'unequivocal opposition' to Paramount-Warner merger in open letterMore than a thousand movie stars, writers, directors and other Hollywood professionals announced their “unequivocal opposition” to the proposed Paramount merger with Warner Bros.
Rosamund Pike wins best actress and Paddington Bear gets best set design at London's Olivier Awards
Read full article: Rosamund Pike wins best actress and Paddington Bear gets best set design at London's Olivier AwardsRosamund Pike, Jack Holden and Paddington Bear are among the acting winners at London’s Olivier Awards.
Rapper Offset released from the hospital after being shot outside a Florida casino
Read full article: Rapper Offset released from the hospital after being shot outside a Florida casinoThe rapper Offset has been released from the hospital after being shot outside a Florida casino earlier this week, a spokesperson said.
Prince Harry sued for defamation by charity he set up in Africa to honor his mother Princess Diana
Read full article: Prince Harry sued for defamation by charity he set up in Africa to honor his mother Princess DianaPrince Harry is being sued for defamation by Sentebale, an African charity he co-founded in honor of Princess Diana.
Jury reaches no verdict on first day deliberating at Live Nation ticket monopoly trial
Read full article: Jury reaches no verdict on first day deliberating at Live Nation ticket monopoly trialA jury has finished its first day of deliberations without reaching a verdict in a civil case pitting 34 states against the concert giant Live Nation Entertainment.
What to Stream: 'Beef,' Zayn Malik, 'Love Island: Beyond the Villa,' Glen Powell and Elle Fanning
Read full article: What to Stream: 'Beef,' Zayn Malik, 'Love Island: Beyond the Villa,' Glen Powell and Elle FanningAdam Sandler's eldest daughter Sadie starring in the Netflix comedy “Roommates” and fresh tunes from Zayn Malik are some of the new television, films, music and games headed to a device near you.
Talk back: Tech deal promotes conversations between journalists and those who follow their stories
Read full article: Talk back: Tech deal promotes conversations between journalists and those who follow their storiesA media deal is offering a peek into a future where journalists have more than just a one-way conversation with the people following the news.
Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi thrilled by Deep Purple's visit to her office
Read full article: Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi thrilled by Deep Purple's visit to her officeJapanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi took a short and happy break as she hosted legendary British rock band Deep Purple in Tokyo as a longtime admirer.
Stefano Gabbana has stepped down as Dolce & Gabbana chairman but will keep a creative role
Read full article: Stefano Gabbana has stepped down as Dolce & Gabbana chairman but will keep a creative roleStefano Gabbana has stepped down as chairman of the fashion house that he co-founded with Domenico Dolce.
Singer Delta Goodrem follows in Celine Dion’s footsteps to Eurovision
Read full article: Singer Delta Goodrem follows in Celine Dion’s footsteps to EurovisionSinger-songwriter Delta Goodrem, who is representing Australia at this year's Eurovision Song Contest, says she believes in the power of music.
Dave Chappelle helps keep Ohio radio station rooted in hometown with renovated building
Read full article: Dave Chappelle helps keep Ohio radio station rooted in hometown with renovated buildingDave Chappelle has helped secure the future of a small-town radio station by funding the renovation of a historic building in Yellow Springs.
Federal judge finds Pentagon is violating court order to restore access to reporters
Read full article: Federal judge finds Pentagon is violating court order to restore access to reportersA federal judge has ruled that the Defense Department is violating his earlier order to restore access to the Pentagon for reporters.
Judge rejects bid to stop Arizona’s prosecution of Kalshi on wagering charges
Read full article: Judge rejects bid to stop Arizona’s prosecution of Kalshi on wagering chargesA federal judge has denied a bid by prediction market operator Kalshi to bar Arizona prosecutors from moving forward with a criminal case against the company.
Gene Simmons of Kiss visits Detroit Rock City to open new restaurant location
Read full article: Gene Simmons of Kiss visits Detroit Rock City to open new restaurant locationGene Simmons visited Detroit Rock City to celebrate the grand opening of a restaurant co-founded by him and his Kiss bandmate Paul Stanley.
Live Nation antitrust trial nears end as lawyer for 34 states labels the concerts giant a monopolist
Read full article: Live Nation antitrust trial nears end as lawyer for 34 states labels the concerts giant a monopolistA lawyer for states suing Live Nation Entertainment has tried to convince a jury during an antitrust trial's closing arguments that the company and its ticketing arm, Ticketmaster, are monopolizing the industry and driving up concert prices.
Kara Swisher examines the science, tech and business of living longer in new CNN docuseries
Read full article: Kara Swisher examines the science, tech and business of living longer in new CNN docuseriesKara Swisher begins her new CNN series on longevity and health in a cemetery, reflecting on her father's death.
Megan Moroney, Miranda Lambert and Ella Langley lead 2026 ACM Awards nominations dominated by women
Read full article: Megan Moroney, Miranda Lambert and Ella Langley lead 2026 ACM Awards nominations dominated by womenMegan Moroney leads the 2026 Academy of Country Music Awards with nine nominations.
Films by Almodovar, Pawlikowski and Hamaguchi lead an auteur-heavy Cannes Film Festival lineup
Read full article: Films by Almodovar, Pawlikowski and Hamaguchi lead an auteur-heavy Cannes Film Festival lineupNew films by Polish filmmaker Paweł Pawlikowski, Japanese writer-director Ryusuke Hamaguchi and Spain’s Pedro Almodovar will premiere at the 79th Cannes Film Festival next month.
Vilma Jää Brings herding calls and mocking songs to Met Opera’s production of 'Innocence'
Read full article: Vilma Jää Brings herding calls and mocking songs to Met Opera’s production of 'Innocence'Vilma Jää never expected to play a major role in one of the 21st century’s most acclaimed operas when she enrolled at the Sibelius Academy to study folk music.
Appeals court judges raise questions about severity of Sean 'Diddy' Combs' four-year prison sentence
Read full article: Appeals court judges raise questions about severity of Sean 'Diddy' Combs' four-year prison sentenceAppeals court judges are questioning whether a judge who sentenced Sean “Diddy” Combs to over four years in prison on prostitution-related charges went too far in considering evidence supporting behavior he was acquitted of.
Judge orders rapper Pooh Shiesty to remain in custody in case involving rapper Gucci Mane's label
Read full article: Judge orders rapper Pooh Shiesty to remain in custody in case involving rapper Gucci Mane's labelA federal judge ordered rapper Pooh Shiesty to remain in custody after he and eight others were accused of kidnapping three music industry professionals and robbing them at gunpoint in Texas during a contract dispute involving rapper Gucci Mane’s record label.
'SNL' season closes out with plenty of Olivia Rodrigo, Matt Damon, Will Ferrell and Paul McCartney
Read full article: 'SNL' season closes out with plenty of Olivia Rodrigo, Matt Damon, Will Ferrell and Paul McCartneyMatt Damon, Will Ferrell and Paul McCartney will help close out the “Saturday Night Live” season, with Olivia Rodrigo hosting and performing on May 2.
'Malcolm in the Middle' returns after 20 years with questions of legacy and its trademark craziness
Read full article: 'Malcolm in the Middle' returns after 20 years with questions of legacy and its trademark crazinessHulu has revived “Malcolm in the Middle” with a four-part series subtitled “Life’s Still Unfair.”.
'Ketamine Queen' gets 15 years in prison for selling Matthew Perry the drugs that killed him
Read full article: 'Ketamine Queen' gets 15 years in prison for selling Matthew Perry the drugs that killed himA federal judge has handed down a sentence of 15 years in prison to a woman who pleaded guilty to selling “Friends” star Matthew Perry the ketamine that killed him in a 2023 overdose.
Volunteers turn a fan's recordings of 10,000 concerts into an online treasure trove
Read full article: Volunteers turn a fan's recordings of 10,000 concerts into an online treasure troveIn 1989, an up-and-coming rock band from Washington called Nirvana played in Chicago for the first time at a club called Dreamerz.