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Jason Aldean Hits the Road: 2026 'Songs About Us Tour' Dates Announced
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Jason Aldean Hits the Road: 2026 'Songs About Us Tour' Dates Announced
The country superstar kicks off a 22-city North American run this July with special guests Chase Matthew and Mackenzie Carpenter following his new album release.
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Twice Takes Over Netflix: 'TAKEDOWN' Propels 'K-Pop Demon Hunters' to All-Time High
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Twice Takes Over Netflix: 'TAKEDOWN' Propels 'K-Pop Demon Hunters' to All-Time High
Jeongyeon, Jihyo, and Chaeyoung celebrate Twice's 10th anniversary with the theme song for Netflix's most-watched original animated film in history.
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Live Nation Heads to Trial as DOJ Rejects Last-Minute Settlement Bids
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Live Nation Heads to Trial as DOJ Rejects Last-Minute Settlement Bids
Jury selection begins today in Manhattan as federal prosecutors call Live Nation’s attempts to delay the landmark antitrust trial a “desperate” move.
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Paramount Skydance Clinches $110 Billion Deal to Acquire Warner Bros. Discovery
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Paramount Skydance Clinches $110 Billion Deal to Acquire Warner Bros. Discovery
The all-cash merger ends a high-stakes bidding war with Netflix, uniting franchises like Harry Potter, the DC Universe, and Mission: Impossible under David Ellison.
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Hemsworth on L.A. Move: "Greatest Decision" as City's Production Plummets 21% in Q4 2025
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Hemsworth on L.A. Move: "Greatest Decision" as City's Production Plummets 21% in Q4 2025
Actor Chris Hemsworth revealed on the 'SmartLess' podcast that moving his family from Los Angeles was his 'greatest decision,' citing paparazzi and limited filming opportunities amidst a significant
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Rolling Stone, Variety Publisher Penske Media Sues Google Over AI Summaries
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Rolling Stone, Variety Publisher Penske Media Sues Google Over AI Summaries
Penske Media Corporation alleges Google's 'AI Overviews' illegally use its copyrighted content, diverting traffic and revenue from iconic entertainment and culture publications.
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BLACKPINK's 'Deadline' Shatters K-Pop Girl Group Sales Record with Nearly 1.5 Million First-Day Sales
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BLACKPINK's 'Deadline' Shatters K-Pop Girl Group Sales Record with Nearly 1.5 Million First-Day Sales
The highly anticipated third mini-album, featuring lead single 'Go,' marks the group's return after over three years and dominated global iTunes charts.
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Netflix Waves Goodbye to Warner Bros. Discovery Bid, Paramount Skydance Now Frontrunner
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Netflix Waves Goodbye to Warner Bros. Discovery Bid, Paramount Skydance Now Frontrunner
Streaming giant declines to sweeten its offer for WBD, clearing the path for Paramount Skydance's $110.9 billion all-cash proposal.
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AI Music Platform Suno Hits Big Milestones Amidst Ongoing Copyright Battles
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AI Music Platform Suno Hits Big Milestones Amidst Ongoing Copyright Battles
Suno announces over two million paid subscribers and $300 million in annual recurring revenue, as the company navigates active copyright lawsuits from major music labels.
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Stars Shine Bright! Brandi Carlile, Lucy Liu Named to TIME's 2026 Women of the Year
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Stars Shine Bright! Brandi Carlile, Lucy Liu Named to TIME's 2026 Women of the Year
The prestigious list, unveiled on February 26, celebrates 16 trailblazing leaders across diverse industries, recognized for advancing a more equitable future.
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Prince Mario-Max Schaumburg-Lippe and Samira Kazemeni Set to Host Star-Studded Oscar Weekend Gala
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Prince Mario-Max Schaumburg-Lippe and Samira Kazemeni Set to Host Star-Studded Oscar Weekend Gala
The 'Luxury Gala' returns to the Hilton Los Angeles/Universal City on March 15, 2026, promising an evening of Hollywood glamour, international dignitaries, and philanthropy during the Academy Awards®
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Activists Protest 'Scream 7' Premiere Over Melissa Barrera's Firing
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Activists Protest 'Scream 7' Premiere Over Melissa Barrera's Firing
Pro-Palestine groups gathered at the Los Angeles premiere of "Scream 7" to denounce the termination of actress Melissa Barrera, citing industry silencing of pro-Palestinian voices.
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Streaming Soars as Paramount+ Hits 79 Million Subscribers, 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' Boosts IMAX to $125.8 Million
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Streaming Soars as Paramount+ Hits 79 Million Subscribers, 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' Boosts IMAX to $125.8 Million
Paramount+ reports a 17% surge in Q4 2025 revenue while James Cameron's 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' drives IMAX's strong financial performance for the same quarter.
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Ghostface to Slash Box Office Records? 'Scream 7' Eyes Massive Opening Weekend
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Ghostface to Slash Box Office Records? 'Scream 7' Eyes Massive Opening Weekend
Industry projections suggest 'Scream 7,' featuring the return of Neve Campbell as Sidney Prescott and directed by Kevin Williamson, could set a new franchise high for its domestic debut.
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A24 Unleashes 'Backrooms' Film with Viral Sensation Kane Parsons at the Helm!
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A24 Unleashes 'Backrooms' Film with Viral Sensation Kane Parsons at the Helm!
The highly anticipated horror adaptation of the internet phenomenon, directed by 19-year-old Kane Parsons, is set to hit theaters on May 29, 2026, featuring a stellar cast including Chiwetel Ejiofor.
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11 State Attorneys General Demand Deep Dive into Netflix-Warner Bros. Discovery Deal
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11 State Attorneys General Demand Deep Dive into Netflix-Warner Bros. Discovery Deal
A bipartisan coalition of state attorneys general has formally urged the Department of Justice to conduct an extensive antitrust review of Netflix's proposed $82.7 billion acquisition of Warner Bros.
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BAFTA Backlash: Racial Slur Broadcast Sparks Outcry and BBC Apology
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BAFTA Backlash: Racial Slur Broadcast Sparks Outcry and BBC Apology
The unedited broadcast of a racial slur during the 2026 BAFTA Film Awards has drawn significant criticism towards the BBC and prompted broader industry discussions on cultural sensitivity and
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Hollywood Giant Makes Blockbuster European Studio Play!
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Hollywood Giant Makes Blockbuster European Studio Play!
A major American media conglomerate has acquired a prominent European film production studio in a multi-billion dollar deal, poised to dramatically boost its presence across the continent and expand
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