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Scott Pelley Thanks Fans Amidst 60 Minutes Departure
Just hours after reports confirmed his contract with 60 Minutes would not be renewed, veteran journalist Scott Pelley posted a heartfelt social media message.

New Streaming Releases Arrive This Weekend
Pixar's latest animated comedy, 'Hoppers,' lands on Disney+ this weekend, alongside 'Scream 7' on Paramount+, and two 'Love Island' series across competing platforms.

Substack's new Reply Rules give creators more control over conversations
Substack's new 'Reply Rules' feature, introduced in 2026, automatically filters comments that fail to meet a creator’s specific requirements.

Is Leo Mann Publishing's "Don't Sign That" a Worthy Onboarding Investment?
Leo Mann Publishing's "Don't Sign That" offers a powerful alternative to standard new-hire swag, providing a practical guide to demystify contracts and build employee clarity and confidence. This investment addresses the growing priority for employers to enhance financial and legal literacy within their workforce.

Dallas Film Commission Hosts Global Production Awards Ceremony
The Dallas Fort Worth Film Commission hosted its inaugural Global Production Awards, attracting filmmakers from over 10 countries and signaling Texas's emergence as a global production hub.

Jennifer Lopez and Brett Goldstein Star in New Office Romance Movie
After the company's top lawyer chokes on a breakfast burrito, an airline CEO is forced to rely on her new subordinate, sparking a secret office romance.

SAG-AFTRA members ratify 2026 contract addressing AI
With 91.4% of voting members in favor, SAG-AFTRA ratified a new 2026 contract that explicitly restricts studios from using AI performers unless they provide 'significant additional value' over human actors

Taylor Swift debuts new song on digital platforms
CD and vinyl versions of Taylor Swift's new single, 'I Knew It, I Knew You', sold out on her website well before their 48-hour preorder windows were complete, according to Forbes .

Artist withdrawals create backlash for Freedom 250 festival
Just days after being announced, a majority of artists, including Martina McBride and Bret Michaels, withdrew from the Freedom 250 festival, prompting President Donald Trump to call for its cancellati

AI Threatens Filmmaking's Core Purpose, Kane Parsons Argues
Legendary director Martin Scorsese has joined the AI firm Black Forest Labs as an adviser, aiming to push creative boundaries with artificial intelligence, according to Variety .

Backrooms Movie Smashes A24 Record With $118M Global Debut
At just 20 years old, Kane Parsons directed 'Backrooms' to a staggering $118 million global debut, making him the youngest director to helm a #1 box office film worldwide.

Fab Morvan Quits 'Circus' After Trump Concert Tirade
Fab Morvan, half of Milli Vanilli, abruptly quit the Freedom 250 concerts in Washington, D.

Jason Momoa reprises Minecraft and DC roles
Jason Momoa, known for his roles as Aquaman and Khal Drogo, will star as Garrett 'The Garbage Man' Garrison in the upcoming 'Minecraft Movie' and is confirmed to return for its sequel, scheduled for r

Frankie Valli cancels remaining 2026 concerts due to health issues
Nine Frankie Valli concerts, including a November date in Detroit, have been abruptly canceled by Ticketmaster, marking a complete halt to his 2026 touring schedule.

Kristin Villanueva announces producing ambition at Filipino Forces event
At the 4th annual Filipino Forces event in Hollywood, actress Kristin Villanueva declared her ambition to move into producing, surprising attendees, Variety reports.

The Four Seasons Season 2 Returns to Netflix
Nine months after Steve Carell's character, Nick, died, Tina Fey's 'The Four Seasons' returns to Netflix.

Young MC Pulls Out of Freedom 250 Festival
Young MC pulled out of the Freedom 250 event in D.

Fremantle and Archery Pictures Develop Sherlock Nemesis Moriarty Drama Series
James Moriarty, Sherlock Holmes's notorious nemesis, is reimagined as a criminal psychology professor at Durham University.

House of the Dragon Season 3 Opens Taormina Film Festival
On June 10, Italy's historic Taormina Film Festival will kick off with the Italian premiere of 'House of the Dragon' Season 3, featuring four of its stars, just two days after the show's global debut

Variety hires Corbin Bolies to cover Hollywood's AI adaptation
Variety, a century-old entertainment industry bible, appointed its first dedicated AI reporter, Corbin Bolies.

CoPro 28 Showcases Over 40 Israeli Documentary Projects
Over 70 international representatives from major broadcasting networks and production companies are converging in Tel Aviv next month for CoPro 28, eager to explore more than 40 new Israeli documentar

Olivia Rodrigo's 'You Seem Pretty Sad' Tracklist Still Under Wraps
Despite the buzz around Olivia Rodrigo's 'You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love,' the highly anticipated tracklist has not yet been unveiled.

Bright Eyes Marks 21 Years of Two Albums at Hollywood Bowl
During Bright Eyes' 21st-anniversary concert at the Hollywood Bowl in 2026, screens flashed messages like "Kill trillionaires" between songs, according to Variety .

Watch the 2026 AMAs Live: Taylor Swift Leads Nominees
With eight nominations, Taylor Swift is positioned to potentially dominate the 2026 American Music Awards, airing live on May 25th.