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‎A new Channel 4 documentary has sparked widespread attention after revealing that its presenter was not human but entirely AI-generated. The program, titled “Will AI Take My Job?”, explored how artificial intelligence is transforming workplaces and replacing human roles across industries. ‎ ‎Channel 4’s “Will AI Take My Job?” shocks viewers as an AI-generated anchor, Aisha Gaban, reveals the growing impact of artificial intelligence. ‎Channel 4 ‎ ‎The hour-long special aired at 8 p.m. on Monday as part of Channel 4’s Dispatches series. Throughout the broadcast, viewers watched what appeared to be a real journalist reporting from multiple locations — until the final moments revealed the anchor was a creation of artificial intelligence. ‎ ‎The AI-generated host concluded the program with the words: “AI is going to touch everybody’s lives in the next few years. And for some, it will take their jobs. Call center workers? Customer service agents? Maybe even TV presenters like m...

‎Kate McKinnon has officially joined the cast of Percy Jackson and the Olympians Season 3, taking on the role of Aphrodite, the Greek goddess of love and beauty. The upcoming season of the Disney+ series is currently filming in Vancouver and will adapt Rick Riordan’s third book, The Titan’s Curse. ‎ ‎Kate McKinnon joins Percy Jackson and the Olympians Season 3 as Aphrodite, the Greek goddess of love, in the Disney+ fantasy adventure. ‎Alexandra Carillo-Vaccino ‎ ‎According to the show’s official character description, Aphrodite can change her appearance based on the beholder and plays a crucial part in Percy Jackson’s journey. Her mission is to ensure that Percy, portrayed by Walker Scobell, understands the power and significance of love before she agrees to assist him in his quest. ‎ ‎McKinnon, celebrated for her decade-long tenure on Saturday Night Live from 2012 to 2022, received ten Emmy nominations and won twice for her outstanding performances. Her filmography include...

‎Katie Price has reportedly named a television personality she alleges previously raped her during a live stage appearance in Bradford. The revelation occurred as the reality TV star continues her UK tour with friend and former pop singer Kerry Katona. ‎ Katie Price reportedly identified a TV star she claims assaulted her during a live UK tour event with Kerry Katona in Bradford. ‎Getty ‎ ‎The incident reportedly unfolded during their joint show, An Evening With Katie Price and Kerry Katona, which features both celebrities sharing details about their personal lives and careers across 38 live dates throughout the country. Audience members in Bradford were said to be taken aback after Price allegedly identified the person she claims once assaulted her. ‎ ‎Katie Price had publicly stated in 2009 and again in 2012 that she would not reveal the identity of the alleged attacker. At the time, Surrey Police issued a statement confirming that no formal complaint or statement had bee...

The hit thriller Yellowjackets is set to reach its conclusion with season 4, as Paramount+ confirms the final chapter of the acclaimed survival drama. Series creators Ashley Lyle and Bart Nickerson announced the news on Friday, revealing that the writers room for the last season is now open and production is expected to begin in 2026. A premiere date has not yet been scheduled. ‎ ‎Paramount+ announces Yellowjackets will wrap up with season 4 as creators Ashley Lyle and Bart Nickerson prepare its emotional conclusion. ‎Kailey Schwerman/Paramount+ with SHOWTIME ‎ ‎Lyle and Nickerson thanked the show’s passionate fanbase and praised the cast and crew for their work, calling the experience of creating Yellowjackets “emotional, wild, and deeply human.” They shared that the story had naturally reached the point where it was ready to end, describing season 4 as a “twisted conclusion” to the series. Both will continue as showrunners and are in discussions with Paramount about exten...

‎Netflix and the BBC have officially greenlit a two-season sequel to Peaky Blinders, the acclaimed crime drama created by Steven Knight. The upcoming series will expand the Shelby family saga across 12 new episodes and explore Birmingham’s transformation in the aftermath of World War II. ‎ ‎Netflix and BBC greenlight Peaky Blinders sequel with two seasons. Set in 1953 Birmingham, the Shelbys return to dominate a rebuilding city. ‎Courtesy Everett Collection ‎ ‎Knight confirmed the continuation of the story, revealing that the new series will remain set in Birmingham. The plot will unfold as the city begins its massive reconstruction following the destruction caused by the Birmingham Blitz. With a new generation of Shelbys at the helm, the sequel promises a bold and intense narrative direction. ‎ ‎Set in 1953, the sequel explores a post-war Birmingham rebuilding itself with concrete and steel. The race to control the city’s reconstruction becomes a fierce power struggle, pla...

‎Jimmy Fallon is steering The Tonight Show away from political controversy as public attention around late-night hosts continues to rise. During an appearance on CNBC’s Squawk on the Street, Fallon addressed the show's content strategy while promoting his new unscripted series On Brand. When asked about navigating political content in monologues, especially on an FCC-regulated network, Fallon highlighted a consistent comedic approach. ‎ ‎Jimmy Fallon reaffirms The Tonight Show's non-political tone, focusing on humor over politics as he navigates past backlash and Trump-era scrutiny. ‎Todd Owyoung/NBC via Getty Images ‎ ‎“Our show has never really been that political,” Fallon explained. “We hit both sides equally, and we try to make everybody laugh. That’s really the way our show works.” He pointed to the long-running tradition of The Tonight Show, maintaining that its tone and structure remain similar to the era of Johnny Carson. Fallon credited his team of writers,...

‎Netflix has officially announced the premiere date for its upcoming Western drama The Abandons. Set to debut on December 4, the series stars Lena Headey and Gillian Anderson as widowed matriarchs at the center of a land dispute in the Washington Territory of 1854. First-look images from the production, filmed in Calgary, offer a glimpse into the rugged frontier world created by the show's original creator, Kurt Sutter. ‎ Netflix's Western drama The Abandons, starring Lena Headey and Gillian Anderson, premieres Dec. 4 with a powerful tale of family, land, and survival. ‎Matthias Clamer/Netflix  ‎ ‎The Abandons centers on two contrasting families entangled in conflict, loyalty, and survival on the American frontier. The story blends themes of land ownership, moral compromise, and familial bonds. Headey and Anderson portray women leading their families in a lawless and unforgiving environment, where questions of identity, justice, and sacrifice loom large. ‎ ‎Executiv...

‎Lioness, the CIA action-drama created by Taylor Sheridan, has officially been renewed for a third season. The confirmation comes nearly 10 months after the Season 2 finale aired in December, following earlier reports of the show’s pending renewal in August. ‎ Taylor Sheridan’s Lioness confirmed for Season 3, with Zoe Saldaña and Nicole Kidman returning. Season 2 now streaming on Paramount+. ‎Ryan Green/Paramount+ ‎ ‎Production delays pushed the renewal announcement due to scheduling adjustments for the series’ high-profile cast. Zoe Saldaña and Nicole Kidman, who both star in and executive produce the series, are confirmed to return for the upcoming season. ‎ ‎The third season's storyline and casting details beyond the returning leads have not yet been released. Season 2 introduced new stakes as the CIA’s anti-terrorism operations shifted focus closer to home. According to the show’s official synopsis, Joe (Saldaña), Kaitlyn (Kidman), and Byron (Michael Kelly) brought ...

‎Jimmy Kimmel made his first public appearance since Jimmy Kimmel Live! returned to air following a sudden suspension by ABC, sitting down with fellow late-night host Stephen Colbert on The Late Show Tuesday night. ‎ ‎Jimmy Kimmel details his ABC suspension, audience walkout, and media frenzy in first interview since Jimmy Kimmel Live! returned to air. ‎Scott Kowalchyk/CBS ‎ ‎Colbert opened the conversation by asking how Kimmel learned his show would be taken off air indefinitely. The comedian described it as a surreal experience. On September 17, about 90 minutes before taping, Kimmel received a call from ABC executives. With limited privacy in his office, he took the call from the bathroom, where he was informed the network was concerned about what he might say on-air and decided to pull the show. ‎ ‎According to Kimmel, he opposed the decision but was outvoted. He recalled walking out of the bathroom, informing his team of the abrupt change, and realizing the gravity of ...

‎TikTok Night took over Dancing With the Stars this week, bringing a wave of viral energy and social media flair to the ballroom floor. Season 34’s cast, packed with internet-savvy personalities, embraced the theme with performances that trended both on screen and online. ‎ ‎TikTok Night lit up the DWTS ballroom as Jordan Chiles and Whitney Leavitt topped the leaderboard. Lauren Jauregui was eliminated in a surprise twist. ‎Eric McCandless/Disney ‎ ‎Lauren Jauregui and her partner Brandon Armstrong were eliminated at the end of the night. The singer, who performed to Fifth Harmony’s hit “Work from Home” with her former group members cheering her on, expressed strong emotions about the result. ‎ ‎Jordan Chiles and Whitney Leavitt delivered standout routines, each earning a 24 out of 30 — the highest scores of the night. Chiles impressed the judges with a powerful tango to Doechii’s “Anxiety,” marking the season’s first string of consecutive eights. Leavitt matched that scor...

‎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...

‎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...

‎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...

‎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...

‎Disney has confirmed that Jimmy Kimmel will return to Jimmy Kimmel Live! on Tuesday, just one week after his suspension. The decision follows controversy sparked by comments he made regarding the assassin of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, as well as pressure from the Federal Communications Commission. ‎ Disney brings back Jimmy Kimmel to ABC after a one-week suspension following remarks on Charlie Kirk’s assassin and FCC pressure. ‎Randy Holmes/Disney/Getty Images ‎ ‎The Walt Disney Company released a statement addressing the suspension. “Last Wednesday, we made the decision to suspend production on the show to avoid further inflaming a tense situation at an emotional moment for our country,” the company explained. “We have spent the last days having thoughtful conversations with Jimmy, and after those conversations, we reached the decision to return the show on Tuesday.” ‎ ‎Kimmel’s suspension stemmed from remarks questioning the political affiliation of Kirk’s kille...

‎The Summer I Turned Pretty finale brought Conrad Fisher and Belly Conklin back together in Paris, closing one of Prime Video’s most emotional love triangles. Following the ending, Gavin Casalegno sat down with The Hollywood Reporter to discuss Jeremiah Fisher’s journey, the Paris filming decoy that misled fans, and what’s ahead for the story with a movie on the horizon. ‎ Gavin Casalegno reveals Jeremiah’s growth, Paris filming secrets, and teases the future Summer I Turned Pretty movie in a new interview. ‎ Erika Doss/Amazon Content Services ‎ ‎Q: The finale confirmed Conrad and Belly’s reunion in Paris. Yet fans spotted you filming with Lola Tung in France before the release. What was happening there? ‎ ‎Gavin Casalegno: They just told me to get on a plane and show up. They handed me blank sides, and I just went out there and ran. It was super fun. Honestly, it was a free trip to Paris—I can’t complain. I had some great coffee, met the French crews, and they were amazin...

‎After three seasons of love triangles, heartbreak, and growth, The Summer I Turned Pretty ended with Belly (Lola Tung) and Conrad (Christopher Briney) finally finding their way back to each other. The finale took Belly to Paris, where she rediscovered her independence before Conrad surprised her with a reunion that fans had been waiting years to see. ‎ Lola Tung and Christopher Briney unpack The Summer I Turned Pretty season 3 finale, Belly’s Paris journey, and what’s next in the upcoming movie. ‎Prime Video  ‎ ‎In this conversation, Tung and Briney share insights into filming the emotional finale, Belly’s transformation, and what could lie ahead in the just-announced Summer I Turned Pretty movie. ‎ ‎Q: Lola, what was it like exploring a new side of Belly during her time in Paris? ‎Lola Tung: It was so much fun. Paris was the perfect setting for the end of Belly’s story. I loved working with the actors who played her new group of friends — they were so wonderful and c...