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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.

2024-05-05T08:07:30Z

Trump celebrates Billboard success of J6 Prison Choir recording at donor retreat

Former President Donald Trump hosted GOP donors for a luncheon at Mar-a-Lago Saturday, where he touted a song he recorded with Jan. 6 defendants.

2024-05-04T23:56:57Z

‘Turtles All the Way Down' Review: A Young-Adult Romance with an Original Dramatic Obstacle: The Heroine Has OCD

"Turtles All the Way Down" makes Aza's OCD just specific enough to draw us in, then deals with it in a way that's just manipulative and sugar-coated enough to leave us thinking, "Yep, it's another YA movie."

2024-05-05T06:31:22Z

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.

2024-05-05T10:07:45Z

Titanic and Lord of the Rings actor Bernard Hill dies aged 79

Titanic and Lord of the Rings actor Bernard Hill dies aged 79 - The actor also brought to life the character of Yosser Hughes in the legendary drama series Boys from the Blackstuff

2024-05-05T14:10:48Z

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 […]

2024-05-05T09:50:35Z

Europapa or Baby Lasagna? Contestants to look out for at Eurovision 2024

By Isabelle Yr Carlsson COPENHAGEN (Reuters) -The Eurovision Song Contest, a music kitsch-fest watched by some 200 million people, kicks off in Malmö, Sweden on Sunday with its "turquoise carpet" gala, in what fans say is a wide-open year with half a dozen countries having a shot at the title. Bookmakers have Croatia, Switzerland and Ukraine as the top three favourites to win, while streaming

2024-05-05T06:01:36Z

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 […]

2024-05-05T08:38:35Z

SNL Has No Idea What to Do With the College Protests

An awkward, unfunny cold open fails to meet the moment.

2024-05-05T16:44:49Z

Teen's coma inspires mental health music festival

Charity I'm George's Mate hopes to prevent young people taking their own lives.

2024-05-05T09:49:23Z

Olly Alexander 'respects' Eurovision boycott but slams 'extreme' backlash to Israel's inclusion

Years and Years singer Olly Alexander has been told he is "Complicit in a genocide by taking part in Eurovision" after being announced as the UK's entry for 2024

2024-05-05T06:57:50Z

Spoilers! How Jerry Seinfeld pulled off that 'fantastic' TV reunion for his Pop-Tart movie

Jerry Seinfeld explores a love of Pop-Tarts and the 1960s with Netflix's "Unfrosted." He also paid homage to one of his favorite TV shows. (Spoilers!)

2024-05-04T13:14:36Z

Black Rider: Weekly Marathon | April 29 - May 3 2024

Bane (Yassi Pressman) cannot contain herself anymore and finally confesses to Elias (Ruru Madrid) about her long-hidden feelings for him. #GMANetwork #GMADrama #Kapuso

2024-05-05T09:10:57Z

Our favourite images of the week from Sussex

Join us as we enjoy a look through the stunning Sussex scenes you sent in this week.

2024-05-05T06:18:56Z

Offering an alternate to the Blue Jays' leadoff spot if George Springer continues to struggle

George Springer is off to yet another slow start to the year. Coming off of a disappointing 2023, Springer has yet to show signs of the bounceback he desperatel

2024-05-05T15:37:54Z

Best retro-style turntables to play vinyl records in 2024

Best retro-style turntables to play vinyl records in 2024 - Reject modernity; embrace tradition

2024-05-05T08:12:03Z

LOOK: 4 'Ibong Adarna' Spotted by DENR in Mt. Apo

Birds' presence affirms conservation efforts.

2024-05-05T08:03:59Z

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.

2024-05-04T15:45:11Z

It's Showtime: Ang nanglalamon na performance ni Lance Sandoval (May 4, 2024) (Part 4/4)

Aired (May 4, 2024): Boogsh na boogsh ang ipinakitang performance ni Lance Sandoval from University of San Mateo Municipal College nang kantahin niya ang awiting "Kundiman" sa "Tawag ng Tanghalan." Madlang Kapuso, join the FUNanghalian with #ItsShowtime family. Watch the latest episode of 'It's Showtime' hosted by Vice Ganda, Anne Curtis, Vhong Navarro, Karylle, Jhong Hilario, Amy Perez, Kim Chui, Jugs & Teddy, MC & Lassy, Ogie Alcasid, Darren, Jackie, Cianne, Ryan Bang, and Ion Perez. Monday to Saturday, 12NN on GMA Network. #ItsShowtime #MadlangKapuso

2024-05-05T07:25:42Z

Teacher lands Britain's Got Talent golden buzzer

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

2024-05-05T09:34:36Z

It's a heavy year to be in Eurovision - Bambie Thug

Bambie Thug resists calls for a boycott as they get set to perform at the Eurovision Song Contest.

2024-05-05T05:43:02Z

Books to Read ASAP Before They Become Your Next TV or Movie Obsession

Fire up that Kindle and download The Idea of You, It Ends With Us and more books before they are adapted for the screen.

2023-06-11T07:15:36Z

'Wizard of Oz' star Judy Garland fought crippling drug addiction with private investigator's help, book claims

Judy Garland, who starred in classic films like "The Wizard of Oz" and "A Star is Born" and died at age 47, was allegedly sober for 30 days with private investigator Fred Otash's help, according to a new biography.

2024-05-05T08:38:16Z

Lily Gladstone returns to Cannes as jury member

BERLIN — Lily Gladstone, the first Native American woman to be nominated for an Oscar, will return to this year’s Cannes Film Festival as a member of the nine-strong main jury, organizers said on Monday. Gladstone got her Academy Award nomination and won a Golden Globe award for the Martin Scorsese drama “Killers of the Flower Moon”, […]

2024-05-05T02:04:21Z

Jar Jar Binks Actor Ahmed Best on ‘Star Wars: Phantom Menace' Backlash: "Everyone Came at Me"

Jar Jar Binks actor Ahmed Best opened up about how the backlash he received for Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace kept him from wanting to work for years following the 1999 release. In a conversation with People in honor of the 25th anniversary of the first installment in the Star Wars prequels, […]

2024-05-04T21:03:49Z

Tom Brady roast on Netflix: Live stream, time to watch Kevin Hart, Rob Gronkowski and more from Netflix Is A Joke Fest

Here is everything you need to know about the "The Greatest Roast of All Time," including how to watch the event.

2024-05-04T12:05:23Z

John Mulaney gives a dad update at Netflix Is a Joke Fest: 'It's scary to have children'

John Mulaney opened up about life with his son and "best friend" Malcolm and sidestepped Olivia Munn's cancer diagnosis at Netflix Is a Joke Fest.

2024-05-05T15:18:49Z

Maze Runner to be rebooted

'The Maze Runner' series is to be rebooted with a new film that will serve as a continuation of the story without being a direct sequel.

2024-05-05T07:13:50Z

‘My Guardian Alien’ shows strong comeback from start of the week loss to ‘Linlang’

The Kapuso family-fantasy drama series ‘My Guardian Alien (MGA)’ made a remarkable comeback after initially trailing behind ‘Linlang’ at the beginning of the week, as per the latest ratings from the Nielsen NUTAM People survey. On Monday, April 22, ‘Linlang’ kicked off the week with a leading rating of 11.0 percent, edging ahead of MGA’s

2024-05-05T06:42:34Z

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.

2024-05-05T09:07:34Z

Beauty Gonzalez to star in an afternoon series and artsy film

MANILA, Philippines — With the recent season two finale of “Walang Matigas Na Pulis sa Matinik Na Misis,” viewers will miss again its relatable characters, including policeman, Major Bartolome “Tolome” Reynaldo (played by Sen. Ramon “Bong” Revilla Jr.) and his wife Gloria (Beauty Gonzalez). The latter’s appeal or charm emanates from her being loving, strong, and protective of her hearth and home — and definitely of her husband. Besides, Beauty...

2024-05-05T16:39:53Z

Matthew Libatique, Nicole Kidman become the first Filipino, first Australian to receive AFI awards

It was a night to remember. The American Film Institute (AFI) presented the 49th AFI Life Achievement Award to Nicole Kidman, the first Australian to receive the award, and the Franklin J. Schaffner Alumni Medal to cinematographer Matthew Libatique, also the first Filipino to receive the award. It was one of the most glamorous and high-profile events we have attended this year what with celebrities like Meryl Streep, Reese Witherspoon, Naomi...

2024-05-05T10:05:52Z

'SNL' tackles Columbia University protests as Dua Lipa hosts, Jerry Seinfeld cameos

Dua Lipa hosted "Saturday Night Live" this weekend as the show took on the Columbia student protests and Jerry Seinfeld made a surprise cameo.

2024-05-05T14:18:15Z

Wurzels frontman Adge Cutler remembered 50 years on

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

2024-05-05T09:19:04Z

Recital of renowned Manx poem released online

A 32-year-old recording of Dollin Kelly reciting T E Brown’s Betsy Lee is released online.

2024-05-05T06:18:50Z

Watching Man City is like watching maths and that’s just soulless and boring

Man City are obviously brilliant. John Nicholson has no interest in denying that. But he is just disinterested. And is not the only one.

2024-05-05T13:44:58Z

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 […]

2024-05-05T15:47:43Z

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

2024-05-05T10:10:15Z

‘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) […]

2024-05-05T09:46:52Z

Tinie Tempah returning to music

Tinie Tempah is working with DJ Don Diablo on his comeback record.

2024-05-05T07:09:54Z

Tim Peake hopes a Brit could be on the moon within the next 10 years

The famous astronaut, who remains the last Brit to make it into space, has already said he thinks boots will be on the moon by 2026.

2024-05-05T10:58:24Z

A Different Class: Oisín McKenna on moving up to the middle

A Different Class: Oisín McKenna on moving up to the middle - When debut novelist Oisín McKenna left his old life in an Irish town behind, he felt like he’d graduated from homophobia and boredom. But what appeared was a social chasm between him and his family, which was harder to bridge

2024-05-05T12:07:41Z

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.

2024-05-05T10:07:19Z

What links Bruce Springsteen to Blaenau Gwent?

Even the most ardent fans of the US rock legend might not guess the connection.

2024-05-05T07:48:56Z

Co-op Live stress will be ‘long forgotten’ once venue opens – concert promoter

Co-op Live stress will be ‘long forgotten’ once venue opens – concert promoter - The new £365 million venue has postponed its opening numerous times in the last few weeks due to ‘technical issues’.

2024-05-05T13:22:48Z

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...

2024-05-05T16:39:53Z

A compelling TV drama reflects the stalkers in us all

If you haven’t yet watched Baby Reindeer, a story that begins with its star Richard Gadd’s experience with a stalker, you probably have a good reason. It will not be because, for instance, nobody has recommended it, told you how extraordinary it is, or powerful, or unique, and it won’t be because you haven’t heard of it – its success has been startling (as I type it’s at the top of Netflix’s UK and US charts weeks after its release) and its...

2024-05-05T07:06:49Z

ADOR CEO’s call to terminate NewJeans’ contract with HYBE refused in February

ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin had asked for an exclusive right to terminate NewJeans’ contract with HYBE in February, but the request was turned down by the parent company, according to an industry source on Friday, May 3. An exclusive contract with an artist can be seen as a key asset necessary for a company’s operation. Major entertainment companies, for this reason, require exclusive contracts to be approved by the board of directors. HYBE, in turn,...

2024-05-05T05:13:53Z

P-pop girl group G22 reaps accolades after China gig

The future looks promising for the three-piece group.

2024-05-05T12:07:19Z

Stefanie Przewodnik, 19, crowned Miss Mandaue 2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines – Senior high school student Stefanie Przewodnik was crowned Miss Mandaue 2024 Saturday night, May 4. Przewodnik, 19, bested 11 other lovely ladies during the coronation night held at the Mandaue City Sports and Cultural Complex and earned the honor to represent the city in the Miss Universe Philippines 2025 pageant. The Miss Mandaue pageant was one of the highlights of the 2024 Mid-Year Cultural Summit. During the...

2024-05-05T06:24:41Z