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Entertainment Mari Yamamoto, from left, Akira Emoto, director Hikara, Shannon Mahina Gorman, Brendan Fraser and Takehiro Hira pose for photographers upon arrival at the premiere of the film "Rental Family" during the London film festival in London, Thursday, Oct. 16, 2025. (Photo by Scott A Garfitt/Invision/AP)

Brendan Fraser Builds Bonds in Japan-Set Film ‘Rental Family’ 

Actor Brendan Fraser immersed himself in Japanese culture and language for his role in the comedy drama "Rental Family". Directed and co-written by filmmaker…

Entertainment Gene Simmons (L) and Ace Frehley (R) of the rock group Kiss perform before the start of Super Bowl XXXIII January 31, 1999 at Pro Player Stadium in Miami, Florida. (AFP) 

Ace Frehley, Kiss’ Original Lead Guitarist and Founding Member, Dies at 74 

Ace Frehley, the original lead guitarist and founding member of the glam rock band Kiss, who captivated audiences with his elaborate galactic makeup and…

Entertainment Local boy Sam Fender won the Mercury Prize held in his home city of Newcastle. Tolga Akmen / AFP

Indie Singer Sam Fender Wins UK Mercury Prize

Indie singer Sam Fender won the UK's prestigious Mercury Prize on Thursday with his chart-topping album "People Watching", as the award ceremony moved out of…

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Entertainment Ben Stiller poses on the red carpet at the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards in Los Angeles, California, US, September 14, 2025. REUTERS/David Swanson

Ben Stiller Gets Personal About his Parents in ‘Stiller and Meara'

Ben Stiller didn’t think about how his family would react to his deeply personal documentary about his parents, “Stiller and Meara: Nothing is Lost,” until…

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Entertainment In 'La Fille du Regiment,' Italian composer Gaetano Donizetti's comic opera, the Canadian-American actress Sandra Oh plays the Duchess of Krakenthorp, who reluctantly marries off her son. TIMOTHY A. CLARY / AFP

Sandra Oh Trades the Small Screen for the Grand Stage of the Met Opera

Best known for her acclaimed TV roles in "Grey's Anatomy" and "Killing Eve," Sandra Oh says she finds herself "amazed" by the magic of the stage as she readies…

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Entertainment  Drew Struzan had been battling Alzheimer's and died on Monday. (Getty Images/AFP)

'E.T' And 'Star Wars' Poster Illustrator Drew Struzan Dies Aged 78

Hollywood illustrator Drew Struzan, the man behind legendary film posters for hit films such as "E.T.", "Star Wars" and "Indiana Jones" has died at the age of…

Entertainment US actors Channing Tatum (L) and Kirsten Dunst pose on the red carpet while arriving for the screening of "Roofman" during the BFI London Film Festival, in London, Britain, 14 October 2025. (EPA)

Channing Tatum Finds Grace in ‘Crazy’ True Crime Tale ‘Roofman’ 

Hollywood star Channing Tatum transforms into a gentle and goofy real-life criminal in the comedy drama "Roofman". Directed and co-written by Oscar-nominated…

Entertainment Alec Baldwin emcees the Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights Ripple of Hope Award Gala at New York Hilton Midtown on Dec. 9, 2021, in New York. (AP)

Alec and Stephen Baldwin Escape Injury After Their Vehicle Hits a Tree in New York

Alec Baldwin and his younger brother Stephen escaped injury when their vehicle struck a tree in New York. In a video posted to Instagram late Monday, Alec…

Entertainment  This image released by Netflix shows Oscar Isaac as Victor Frankenstein in a scene from "Frankenstein." (Ken Woroner/Netflix via AP)

Movie Review: Guillermo Del Toro Builds a Handsome, Grand ‘Frankenstein’ That Is All His Own

Guillermo del Toro has been telling monster stories for as long as he’s been making films. A romantic with keen appreciation for the macabre, his creations are…

Entertainment Saudi Arabia Announces 'Hijrah' as its Official Submission for 98th Oscars for Best Int’l Feature Film

Saudi Arabia Announces 'Hijrah' as its Official Submission for 98th Oscars for Best Int’l Feature Film

The Saudi Film Commission announced that the feature film “Hijrah” has been officially selected to represent Saudi Arabia at the 98th Academy Awards in the…

Entertainment Taylor Swift arrives at the 67th annual Grammy Awards on Sunday, Feb. 2, 2025, in Los Angeles. (AP)

Taylor Swift Announces New ‘Eras Tour’ Docuseries and Concert Film for Disney+

Taylor Swift's “Eras Tour” has come to a close — but the show must go on. Swift, who is fresh off the release of her 12th studio album, “The Life of a…

Entertainment Jared Leto, left, and Jeff Bridges arrive at the premiere of "Tron: Ares" on Monday, Oct. 6, 2025, at TCL Chinese Theatre in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)

'Tron: Ares' Tops Box Office but Falls Short of Expectations with $33.5 Million Debut

“Tron: Ares” powered up the box office grid in the top spot this weekend, but Disney’s third entry in the sci-fi franchise fell short of expectations. …

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Entertainment (L-R) British actor Noah Jupe, Chinese film director Chloe Zhao, English actor Emily Watson, Irish actor Jessie Buckley, Irish actor Paul Mescal, British actor Jacobi Jupe, and Northern Irish novelist Maggie O'Farrell attend the "Hamnet" gala screening during the BFI London Film Festival at Royal Festival Hall in London, Britain, 11 October 2025. (EPA)

Oscar-Buzzy ‘Hamnet’ Changed Me, Actress Jessie Buckley Says

Actors Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal went on a transformative journey in "Hamnet", a film that has received rave reviews and early award season buzz. …

Entertainment Oscar winners Charles H. Joffe, winner of best picture for "Annie Hall," left, and Diane Keaton, winner of best actress for "Annie Hall," poses with presenter Jack Nicholson, and producer Jack Rollins at the Academy Awards in Los Angeles on April 3, 1978. (AP)

From ‘Annie Hall’ to ‘Something’s Gotta Give,’ 6 Great Diane Keaton Films to Watch

Diane Keaton never really played the part of glamorous movie star. She was in iconic films and she dated some of the biggest stars of her generation, and yet…

Entertainment Screen legend Diane Keaton was beloved for her role as Annie Hall in Woody Allen's film of the same name. Patrick T. FALLON / AFP/File

Oscar-winning Actress Diane Keaton Dead at 79

Actress Diane Keaton, known for her Oscar-winning performance in 1977's "Annie Hall" and her role in "The Godfather" films, has died at age 79. Details were…

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Entertainment Copies of US singer Taylor Swift's album "The Life of a Showgirl" are seen on a stand during the release party at Target in Times Square, in New York, New York, USA, 03 October 2025. (EPA)

Taylor Swift’s ‘Life of a Showgirl’ Storms UK Charts, Sets New Records

Taylor Swift set records and topped the UK music charts on Friday, with her new album "The Life of a Showgirl" powering straight to No.1 and three of its…

Entertainment Gwen Stefani of No Doubt performs during the FireAid benefit concert in Inglewood, Calif., on Jan. 30, 2025. (AP)

No Doubt Reunites for Sphere Residency. Gwen Stefani Will Be First Women to Headline the Venue

Don't speak — scream, because No Doubt has announced the band's first run of shows in 14 years. After surprising fans with a brief reunion at the 2024…

Entertainment US actress Lauren Graham (detail shoes) stands on her newly unveiled star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame during a ceremony in Hollywood, California, on October 3, 2025. (Photo by Frederic J. BROWN / AFP)

Hollywood, Bollywood Groups Lobby Indian Panel to Protect Content from AI Models

Hollywood and Bollywood groups are lobbying an Indian panel for stricter copyright protection that will prevent artificial intelligence firms from using their…

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Entertainment Dolly Parton. (AFP/Getty Images)

Dolly Parton’s Sister Calls for Fan Prayers over Health Issues 

Dolly Parton's sister on Tuesday asked fans to pray for the American country singer, who has postponed several concerts due to health issues. Parton, 79,…

Entertainment This image released by Netflix shows Rebecca Ferguson in a scene from "A House of Dynamite." (Eros Hoagland/Netflix via AP)

Movie Review: Bigelow’s ‘A House of Dynamite’ Lights a Fuse That Doesn’t Quite Ignite 

In Kathryn Bigelow’s “A House of Dynamite,” when a mysterious missile launches from the Pacific and begins bearing down on the Midwest, the biggest threat…

Entertainment  This image released by Disney shows Jared Leto, left, and Jeff Bridges in a scene from "Tron: Ares." (Disney via AP)

Movie Review: ‘Tron’ Franchise Returns in a Dazzling, Action-Packed Sequel with Plenty of Nostalgia

“Tron: Ares” may have the tagline “No Going Back” but Disney doesn't like to leave money on the table. So here we are, going back with a third entry in a cult…

Entertainment Soccer Football - Scottish Premiership - Rangers v Celtic - Ibrox Stadium, Glasgow, Scotland, Britain - April 7, 2024 Chef Gordon Ramsay is seen before the match. (Reuters)

Gordon Ramsay’s ‘Knife Edge’ Spotlights Culinary World’s Chase for Michelin Glory 

Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay goes behind the camera for a new series, "Knife Edge: Chasing Michelin Stars", that shines the spotlight on restaurants working to…

Entertainment Alalshikh revealed that the estimated brand value of Riyadh Season has reached $3.2 billion. (SPA)

Turki Alalshikh Announces Details of Riyadh Season 2025

Chairman of Saudi Arabia’s General Entertainment Authority (GEA) Turki Alalshikh announced the details of Riyadh Season 2025 on Sunday. The new edition will…

Entertainment  An poster promoting the official release party of Taylor Swift's new album, "The Life of a Showgirl," is displayed at the AMC Metreon in San Francisco, Friday, Oct. 3, 2025. (AP)

Taylor Swift’s ‘The Life of a Showgirl’ Breaks Record, Sells 2.7 Million Copies in US on First Day

It's the life of a saleswoman. Taylor Swift's 12th studio album, “The Life of a Showgirl,” sold 2.7 million copies in traditional album sales — which include…