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‎Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban are officially separating after 19 years of marriage, Above has confirmed. ‎ ‎The actress, 58, and the country music star, 57, first crossed paths in 2005 at the G’Day USA gala in Los Angeles, an event celebrating Australian culture and talent. Their engagement was made public the following year, leading to a wedding ceremony in Sydney in June 2006. The couple share two daughters, Sunday Rose, 17, and Faith Margaret, 14. ‎ ‎Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban separate after 19 years of marriage. The couple share two daughters and built lasting careers in film and music. ‎Kevin Winter/Getty Images for Warner Bros. Discovery ‎ ‎During the early years of their marriage, Kidman organized an intervention to address Urban’s struggles with alcohol abuse, which led him to enter rehabilitation. Urban has publicly acknowledged Kidman’s role in supporting his recovery. ‎ ‎Over the past two decades, Kidman and Urban became a prominent presence at major events, ...

‎Seventeen leaders S.Coups and Mingyu have officially teamed up to form CxM, the group’s newest subunit, set to debut with a mini album titled HYPE VIBES. The project arrives September 29, adding another dynamic pairing to Seventeen’s growing lineup of spin-offs. ‎ ‎Seventeen’s S.Coups and Mingyu debut their new unit CxM with mini album HYPE VIBES, showcasing raw chemistry, Hawaii shoots, and six fresh tracks. ‎PLEDIS Entertainment ‎ ‎Over the past year, the 13-member group has experimented with subunits beyond its core vocal, hip-hop, and performance divisions. Jeonghan and Wonwoo introduced JxW, Hoshi and Woozi collaborated as HxW, and the trio BSS — DK, Hoshi, and Seungkwan — gained immense popularity with their earlier debut. Now, Carats are preparing to embrace CxM, a duo that highlights S.Coups and Mingyu’s natural synergy as members of the hip-hop team. ‎ ‎The two artists describe HYPE VIBES as an album rooted in variety and authenticity. During their interview with ...

‎Bad Bunny has officially been announced as the headliner for the 2026 Super Bowl LX halftime show. Roc Nation, the NFL, and Apple Music confirmed the news during the Dallas Cowboys vs. Green Bay Packers game, marking one of the biggest performances of his career. ‎ ‎Bad Bunny will headline the 2026 Super Bowl LX halftime show at Levi’s Stadium. ‎Kevin Mazur/Getty Images ‎ ‎The Puerto Rican superstar shared the announcement with fans through a short Instagram video, where he appeared perched on a beachside goalpost as his hit track “Callaita” played. In a statement, he described the moment as a tribute to his culture and history, saying, “It’s for those who came before me and ran countless yards so I could come in and score a touchdown … this is for my people, my culture, and our history.” ‎ ‎Jay-Z, founder and chairman of Roc Nation, praised the choice, emphasizing Bad Bunny’s influence and impact on Puerto Rico. “What Benito has done and continues to do for Puerto Rico is...

‎J.K. Rowling has publicly criticized Emma Watson following the actor’s recent podcast interview with Jay Shetty, where Watson reflected on her connection to the Harry Potter franchise and her differing views from its author. ‎ ‎Watson, who portrayed Hermione Granger in the film adaptations of Rowling’s books, expressed her hope to keep her personal appreciation for the author separate from their opposing stances on trans rights. “It’s my deepest wish that people who don’t agree with my opinion will love me, and I hope I can keep loving people who I don’t necessarily share the same opinion with,” she told Shetty. ‎ J.K. Rowling responds to Emma Watson’s podcast reflections on Harry Potter and trans rights, accusing the actor of lacking “real life” experience. Arturo Holmes/Getty Images ‎ ‎Rowling, known for her outspoken position on gender identity debates in the U.K., seized on Watson’s comments after a comedian shared a spoof video of the actor’s remarks. She reposted the...

‎President Donald Trump has revived his proposal to impose a 100 percent tariff on movies produced outside the United States. ‎ ‎Trump announced the plan on Truth Social on Monday, Sept. 29, stating that the U.S. film industry has been “stolen” by other countries. He also singled out California, criticizing Governor Gavin Newsom and pointing to the state’s loss of film and television jobs. Trump wrote that the measure would address what he called a “long time, never ending problem.” ‎ ‎Donald Trump revives his proposal for a 100% tariff on foreign films, citing U.S. job losses, sparking renewed industry pushback. ‎Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images ‎ ‎No timeline or enforcement details were provided for the tariff. Trump had first floated the idea in May, but no action followed. The lack of specifics mirrors his earlier statements, which drew widespread criticism from within the entertainment industry. ‎ ‎The U.S. has seen a decline in domestic film and television production job...

‎Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco have taken the next step in their relationship, officially becoming husband and wife. The Only Murders in the Building star confirmed the news on Instagram with a carousel of wedding photos, showing the couple hand in hand. Gomez wore a halter-style wedding gown paired with vintage Hollywood-inspired curls, while Blanco matched her look with timeless elegance. Her caption simply read “9.27.25” with two white heart emojis. ‎ ‎Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco are married. The couple tied the knot after their 2025 Emmys appearance, celebrating their love story. ‎Frazer Harrison/Getty Images ‎ ‎The wedding announcement followed weeks of speculation after the pair appeared together at the 2025 Emmys. Fans suspected their nuptials were close, especially after their recent red carpet appearance. ‎ ‎The Emilia Pérez actress and the acclaimed music producer became engaged in December, also sharing the milestone through Instagram. Gomez revealed her engage...

‎James Gunn has shed light on the pivotal Earth-2 storyline in Peacemaker season two, revealing how Danielle Brooks’ input helped shape one of the show’s most sensitive narrative turns. ‎ James Gunn reveals how Peacemaker season 2’s Earth-2 twist was shaped with Danielle Brooks’ input, plus updates on Lex Luthor and DCU ties. ‎Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images ‎ ‎The second season follows Christopher “Peacemaker” Smith (John Cena) as he discovers an alternate reality through his family’s Quantum Unfolding Chamber (QUC). Earth-2 initially offers him everything he has long desired: a loving father, Auggie Smith (Robert Patrick); a supportive Emilia Harcourt (Jennifer Holland); and a grown-up version of his brother Keith (David Denman), who never died in childhood. ‎ ‎By episode five, “Back to the Suture,” Peacemaker chooses to remain in Earth-2, believing he has finally found fulfillment. However, the utopian façade collapses as Evergreen, Washington, is revealed to be a “sund...

A zombie outbreak in a quiet Finnish farming town takes center stage in Pigtown, the directorial debut of Pekka Ollula, which won the top prize among Nordic projects at the Finnish Film Affair. The industry showcase ran alongside the Helsinki International Film Festival – Love & Anarchy. Pekka Ollula’s debut Pigtown wins Finnish Film Affair’s top Nordic prize, blending zombies, comedy, and rural life ahead of its Sitges premiere. Oohlala Pictures Described by Ollula as a “rural romantic zombie comedy,” the film follows Iida, an animal rights activist eager to reform her life. Her friend Anja escalates their activism by spiking pig feed with a mysterious black liquid, unleashing a plague that transforms pigs—and later villagers—into ravenous zombies. When Sami, a city dweller returning to his family’s farm, meets Iida at a local festival, their budding connection collides with chaos as a bingo game turns into a violent bloodbath. The filmmaker calls Pigtown “a rural genr...

‎The federal judge presiding over Sean “Diddy” Combs’ upcoming sentencing is reviewing a key defense argument that could impact whether the music mogul’s conviction stands. ‎ ‎On Thursday, Judge Arun Subramanian told the court he would issue a ruling “very shortly” on whether Combs’ two convictions for transportation to engage in prostitution should be vacated if a new trial is required. Combs, 55, is currently set to return to court for sentencing on October 3. ‎ Sean “Diddy” Combs awaits sentencing as Judge Subramanian reviews defense arguments on Mann Act charges after split trial verdict. ‎Nathan Congleton/NBC via Getty Images ‎ ‎Court proceedings closed for the week without an announcement from Judge Subramanian, leaving Combs’ sentencing plans temporarily unresolved. ‎ ‎The split verdict at Combs’ high-profile federal trial earlier this year saw him acquitted of racketeering and sex trafficking charges but convicted on two lesser counts tied to the Mann Act. His defen...

‎Jimmy Kimmel Live! has officially returned to the late-night lineup following a weeklong suspension, and the comeback drew the largest regular-episode audience in the show’s 22-year history. ‎ ‎The host was greeted with thunderous applause and chants of “Jimmy! Jimmy! Jimmy!” during his second show back on ABC. Kimmel opened with lighthearted preemption jokes and quipped about fellow network program The Golden Bachelor before shifting to his signature political humor, taking aim at President Donald Trump. ‎ Jimmy Kimmel Live! returns after suspension, drawing record ratings as Trump attacks the host and ABC over his reinstatement. ‎Randy Holmes/Disney ‎ ‎Trump had taken to his Truth Social platform to criticize ABC’s decision to reinstate the comedian. His post claimed the network was risking its credibility, calling Kimmel’s act unfunny and suggesting ABC’s move could amount to an “Illegal Campaign Contribution.” He ended his post with, “Let Jimmy Kimmel rot in his bad R...

‎President Donald Trump has approved a plan separating TikTok’s U.S. operations from its Chinese parent company, ByteDance, under a joint venture backed by major American firms. The executive order, signed Thursday, confirms that the arrangement satisfies requirements outlined in a 2024 law mandating ByteDance’s divestiture of the video-sharing app’s U.S. business. ‎ ‎Trump approves TikTok’s U.S. takeover plan with Oracle, Dell, and Fox backing a joint venture separating operations from ByteDance’s China HQ. ‎Getty Images ‎ ‎Reports indicate that Oracle chairman Larry Ellison and Dell Technologies CEO Michael Dell are part of a consortium leading the takeover of TikTok’s American operations. Fox Corp. is also in talks to join as a backer of the newly formed joint venture. ‎ ‎White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt explained that TikTok’s algorithm, considered the platform’s most valuable asset, will now be controlled by the U.S.-owned venture. Under the deal, ByteDance...

‎Starz has officially set the premiere date for its anticipated sequel series Spartacus: House of Ashur. The new installment in the Spartacus franchise will debut on December 5 with the release of its first two episodes. Subsequent episodes will stream weekly on Fridays, exclusively on the Starz app and across Starz streaming and on-demand platforms. ‎ ‎Spartacus: House of Ashur premieres Dec. 5 on Starz with two episodes, followed by weekly releases. ‎Starz ‎ ‎The network also unveiled a collection of first-look images, offering fans an early glimpse into the upcoming drama. ‎ ‎According to the official logline, the series explores an alternate history in which Ashur (Nick E. Tarabay) survives and rises to power after betraying his fellow gladiators. The Romans reward him with control of the gladiator school where he once trained, transforming him from a former slave into a master of the arena. Facing a brutal world of Roman politics, Ashur navigates betrayal and ambition ...

‎President Donald Trump has escalated his criticism of U.S. broadcast networks, suggesting that their FCC licenses should be revoked if they continue airing what he views as overwhelmingly negative coverage of him. ‎ Donald Trump calls for broadcast networks’ FCC licenses to be revoked after Jimmy Kimmel’s remarks spark controversy and ABC suspends the show. ‎Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images ‎ ‎Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One after returning from a U.K. trip, Trump cited statistics claiming that “97 percent” of news coverage about him is negative. “I have read someplace that the networks were 97 percent against me, I get 97 percent negative, and yet I won and easily,” he said, according to The New York Times. He added, “I would think maybe their license should be taken away.” ‎ ‎The president also described television networks as “an arm of the Democrat party” and accused them of working against him. His comments follow mounting controversy around ABC’s Jimmy Kimmel ...

Apple TV+ has delayed the release of its highly anticipated limited series The Savant, starring Academy Award winner Jessica Chastain, following the assassination of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk. ‎ ‎Chastain takes on the role of a covert investigator known as “The Savant,” whose mission is to infiltrate extremist online groups and dismantle them from within. The storyline, adapted from Andrea Stanley’s 2019 Cosmopolitan feature, explores how undercover intelligence work can uncover violent plots before they unfold. ‎ Apple TV+ delays The Savant starring Jessica Chastain after Charlie Kirk assassination, rescheduling the thriller series for a future release. ‎Apple TV+ ‎ ‎A spokesperson for Apple TV+ confirmed the decision in a statement shared with The Hollywood Reporter: “After careful consideration, we have made the decision to postpone The Savant. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to releasing the series at a future date.” The Apple TV app now li...

‎Yung Miami, rapper of the hip-hop duo City Girls and former girlfriend of Sean Combs, submitted a letter of support ahead of the music mogul’s sentencing on October 3. The artist, whose real name is Caresha Brownlee, described Combs as “loving, genuine, supportive, and always encouraging” during their years together. ‎ ‎Yung Miami supports Sean Combs ahead of his Oct. 3 sentencing, highlighting his influence, personal growth, and impact in a heartfelt letter. ‎James Devaney/GC Images/Getty Images ‎ ‎Brownlee, who dated Combs for three years after meeting him four years ago, joined more than 75 family members, friends, and colleagues who wrote letters on his behalf. Her statement comes as Combs faces sentencing after being found guilty this past summer on two felony charges of transportation to engage in prostitution. He was acquitted of more serious charges, including sex trafficking and racketeering. ‎ ‎In her letter, Brownlee said Combs played a significant role in her p...

‎A new investigation by The New York Times has revealed multiple allegations of child sex abuse against Errol Musk, the estranged father of Elon Musk. The claims, spanning decades and involving five of his children and stepchildren, are supported by police reports, court documents, family letters, and interviews with relatives and social workers. ‎ ‎A New York Times investigation reveals multiple child sex abuse allegations against Errol Musk, which he denies, spanning South Africa and California. ‎Gianluigi Guercia/AFP/Getty Images ‎ ‎Errol Musk, 79, who lives in South Africa, has not been charged with or convicted of any crimes. He strongly denied the allegations, calling them “false and nonsense to the extreme.” He further suggested that family members were encouraging children to fabricate claims in order to obtain money from Elon Musk. ‎ ‎One of the earliest allegations dates back to 1993, when a stepdaughter from Errol’s marriage to Heidi-Mari Bezuidenhout alleged tha...

Megan Thee Stallion is escalating her legal battle by filing a motion to compel DJ Akademiks to disclose the identity of the source who provided him with sealed court documents connected to the 2020 shooting incident involving Tory Lanez. ‎ ‎Megan Thee Stallion seeks court order to compel DJ Akademiks to reveal source of leaked sealed documents tied to Tory Lanez shooting case. ‎Steve Granitz/FilmMagic; Thaddaeus McAdams/Getty Images ‎ ‎The motion is part of Megan’s ongoing civil case against Texas-based YouTuber Milagro Gramz, whom she accuses of collaborating with Lanez in a calculated campaign to discredit her. Court filings claim that Gramz, whose real name is Milagro Cooper, received compensation to publish misleading content about Megan while allegedly coordinating with Lanez to damage her reputation. ‎ ‎In 2022, DJ Akademiks publicly shared restricted legal information regarding DNA evidence related to the firearm used in the July 2020 shooting. At the time, the docu...

‎Charlie Kirk, the late founder and CEO of Turning Point USA, built his platform by directly engaging students on campuses nationwide. His signature challenge—“Prove me wrong”—often centered on questioning the true value of higher education. ‎ ‎Charlie Kirk questioned college’s worth, warning of debt and limited returns as many Gen Z now share doubts about higher education’s value. O‎livier Touron/AFP via Getty Images ‎ ‎Kirk, who left Harper College outside Chicago before creating an $85 million nonprofit, frequently argued that students were pursuing degrees more out of routine than strategy. He emphasized that college once promised financial stability and career advancement, but that reality was slipping away for many graduates. ‎ ‎In a 2022 op-ed, he noted that fewer graduates were finding education to be the key to professional success. He believed that universities shifted focus away from essential skills like writing and problem-solving and toward conformity, all whi...

‎Ousmane Dembele has been crowned the 2025 Ballon d’Or winner, capping off a historic season with Paris Saint-Germain that delivered the club’s first-ever Champions League title. The French forward, once plagued by inconsistency and injury setbacks, realized his long-discussed potential during the 2024-25 campaign and emerged as the face of PSG’s new era. ‎ ‎Ousmane Dembele wins the 2025 Ballon d’Or after guiding PSG to a historic Champions League triumph, completing a remarkable career redemption. ‎Getty Images ‎ ‎Paris Saint-Germain, guided by Luis Enrique, became European champions for the first time since the club’s founding in 1970. The team’s tiki-taka-inspired possession game defined their season, and Dembele was the centerpiece of their success. His performances not only secured trophies but also marked the completion of a personal journey from early struggles to football’s greatest individual honor. ‎ ‎Dembele’s career once appeared weighed down by expectations fol...