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‘Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga’ Review: Anger Mismanagement

The latest instalment of George Miller’s apocalyptic series is a car crash from start to finish

Eminem's daughter Hailie Jade marries Evan McClintock in stunning ceremony

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Daisy Ridley says Star Wars experience led to ill health

Daisy Ridley says Star Wars experience led to ill health - Actor experienced high levels of stress and anxiety which led to ‘a leaky gut’

Glen Powell says Tom Cruise delaying Top Gun: Maverick for two years nearly left him broke

Glen Powell says Tom Cruise delaying Top Gun: Maverick for two years nearly left him broke - ‘Tom was already Tom; I was waiting for my life to change’ said the star

5 best shows like 'Fallout' to watch while waiting for season 2

Shows like 'Fallout' to watch including 'Station Eleven', 'Silo' and 'The Last of Us'

18 of the funniest songs in music history

Whether unintentionally funny or raucous on purpose, there are plenty of songs across the genres that will inspire a chuckle or two. Considering that music tackles pretty much every human emotion, it's perhaps not a surprise that comedy also makes plenty of appearances. Flip through the slideshow below for 18 of music's funniest tunes.

Regrets, they have a few: Actors who passed up iconic roles

The sentiment of "what could have been..." in Hollywood is always a fun discussion for movie fans to hold. What if this person played that role? Or, why did they not take such an iconic part?

Robin/ Red/ Breast: Maxine Peake mesmerises in this audacious take on a 1970s TV horror

Robin/Red/Breast – a Factory International production starring the acclaimed actor Maxine Peake – is an innovative, hour-long stage adaptation of John Griffith Bowen’s 1970 horror drama Robin Redbreast. Bowen’s piece (which was written for the BBC television series Play for Today) tells the tale of Norah, a TV script editor who has moved down from ...

The best and worst films of Cannes 2024

The early chatter suggested an off year in the Cannes competition, which was front-loaded with rainy days, duff stuff by elderly legends (Schrader, Cronenberg, Coppola), and lucky breaks for a few newbies. Once the sun came out, everything warmed up: from the midway point, the quality rose and rose, and the two favourites for the Palme d’Or, listed...

Young Sheldon finale cameo changes the meaning of the entire series

Young Sheldon finale cameo changes the meaning of the entire series - Two stars of ‘The Big Bang Theory’ featured in the prequel finale

Reliance, Disney seek India antitrust nod with cricket rights assurance, sources say

By Aditya Kalra NEW DELHI (Reuters) - Reliance Industries and Walt Disney have sought antitrust clearance for their $8.5 billion India media merger by arguing their combined power, especially on cricket broadcasting, will not hit advertisers, two people with direct knowledge told Reuters. The deal, announced in February, has been expected by experts to face intense scrutiny as it will create

Bruce Springsteen honoured at Ivor Novello Awards by Sir Paul McCartney

Bruce Springsteen has become the first international artist ever to receive the Ivor Novello Awards' biggest prize - presented on stage by a surprise guest, his friend Sir Paul McCartney.

Shania Twain says she’s bringing her wellies for Glastonbury 2024

Shania Twain says she’s bringing her wellies for Glastonbury 2024 - Queen of country-pop will play the Pyramid Stage in June

‘I burned out – and started mowing lawns’: a reality-bending chat with Harmony Korine

Have you ever wondered whether the interview you’re about to read is actually real? Are you reading it thanks to your own free will, or are you merely set on a preprogrammed course that’s entirely out of your control? Is everything just code? Are we a simulation? These are the questions that arise when you spend an hour with director and artist Harmony Korine, who is the first interviewee I’ve ever had respond to one of my questions by wondering...

Scots castle to become playground for mega-rich with golfers served alcohol from 9am

Perth and Kinross Licensing Board unanimously agreed to make the exception to its policy for members at the luxury resort

Hollywood legend wants to be mayor of Skegness - and actually knows where that is

UK politics just got interesting.

First look at Liam Hemsworth as Geralt in The Witcher season four

First look at Liam Hemsworth as Geralt in The Witcher season four - The Australian actor has taken over from Henry Cavill, who announced in October 2022 that he would bow out from the role.

Stars pay tribute to Dabney Coleman, actor who starred in 9 to 5 and Tootsie

Lily Tomlin, Morgan Fairchild and Ben Stiller have led tributes to "one-of-a-kind" actor Dabney Coleman following his death aged 92.

Laura Dern: ‘I’m appalled by the nepo baby discourse – I think it’s awesome to have inspiring parents’

Laura Dern: ‘I’m appalled by the nepo baby discourse – I think it’s awesome to have inspiring parents’ - Born into Hollywood royalty, Laura Dern has an enviable back catalogue of agenda-setting roles. But motherhood and fighting the feminine corner are what define her, finds Victoria Moss — oh, and knowing the ultimate pair of shoes for the red carpet

30 Comedians Who Became Actors

The improv-to-dramatic-performance pipeline is real.

Race Across the World contestant tearfully asks camera operator for hug after sister opens up on struggles

Race Across the World contestant tearfully asks camera operator for hug after sister opens up on struggles -

Wicked official trailer

After two decades as one of the most beloved musicals on the stage, Wicked makes its long-awaited journey to the big screen - arriving in cinemas on November 28.

Outnumbered to return for Christmas Day special with grown-up children and a grandchild

Outnumbered to return for Christmas Day special with grown-up children and a grandchild - Production company Hat Trick has confirmed the Brockman family will be back on December 25 with the original cast reprising their roles

Dick and Angel Strawbridge to return to Channel 4 after ‘bullying’ controversy

Dick and Angel Strawbridge to return to Channel 4 after ‘bullying’ controversy - ‘Escape to the Chateau’ stars were dropped from the broadcaster following accusations of on-set bullying

William Fox-Pitt interview: The day I thought I killed Madonna

There are not many film icons or rock idols, let alone sports stars, who have been poster boys for their profession for as long as William Fox-Pitt has for three-day-eventing. However, after the most successful career of any British person in the sport and completing Badminton for the 26th time, he has declared that he is finally retiring. This is ...

The best final lines from movies

Obviously, spoiler alert. We are talking about the last lines of movies, after all.

The 25 most entertaining horror movies

Horror movies are a bit like Halloween candy. They come in different shapes, sizes and flavors. They can be sweet, sour, scary, dark, light, terrifying, mystifying and entertaining. These are our picks for the most entertaining of the genre.

Bella Hadid and Cate Blanchett: the best dressed stars on the Cannes Film Festival red carpet

Bella Hadid and Cate Blanchett: the best dressed stars on the Cannes Film Festival red carpet - Cannes Film Festival returned — and stars dressed up for the occasion

‘He’s never worked a day in his life!’: Paul McCartney honours Bruce Springsteen at Ivor Novello awards

Bruce Springsteen was the top honouree at the 2024 Ivor Novello awards, given an Academy fellowship – the first international artist to be handed that accolade. Paul McCartney presented him with the award in a playful speech: “I couldn’t think of a more fitting recipient,” he said. “Except maybe Bob Dylan. Or Paul Simon, or Billy Joel, or Beyoncé, or Taylor Swift. The list goes on … He’s known as the American working man, but he admits he’s...

The Ultimate Family Vacation In Peru | Adventures by Disney

Get a glimpse of a family’s journey as they embarked on a bucket-list trip to Peru with Adventures by Disney – and ended up experiencing the adventure of a lifetime together! To learn more about this Adventures by Disney vacation, visit the Disney Parks Blog: bit.ly/43NGBqJ Adventures by Disney SUBSCRIBE: http://di.sn/6002ODIEQ About Adventures by Disney: Adventures by Disney delivers all the ingredients for unforgettable trips to some of the world's most popular destinations. And, best of all, because every detail is taken care of, you can focus on spending time with your family and enjoying your vacation. Connect with Adventures by Disney Online: Visit the Adventures by Disney WEBSITE: http://di.sn/6007OKglU Like Adventures by Disney on FACEBOOK: http://di.sn/6000OKgWK Follow Adventures by Disney on INSTAGRAM: http://di.sn/6004OKgSG Follow Adventures by Disney on PINTEREST: http://di.sn/6005OKgUU Connect with Disney Parks Online: Visit the Disney Parks WEBSITE: http://di.sn/6000OH7mA Like Disney Parks Blog on FACEBOOK: http://di.sn/6000OH7oE Follow Disney Parks on TWITTER: http://di.sn/6002OH7o4 Follow Disney Parks on INSTAGRAM: http://di.sn/6000OH7Qn Follow Disney Parks on TIKTOK: http://di.sn/6004OH7vk #AdventuresbyDisney #Peru #FamilyVacation

Everybody may love Raymond, but Ray Romano loves Peter Boyle

Everybody may love Raymond, but Ray Romano loves Peter Boyle - Ray Romano is looking back at his hit sitcom “Everybody Loves Raymond” and saluting a fellow actor for its success

The 31 Most Dazzling Red Carpet Beauty Looks Ever

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The Cannes images that offer a snapshot of stardom before smartphones

In 1976, when he was just 22, photographer Richard Blanshard was sent to the Cannes Film Festival. His first job was to take a picture of Gene Kelly and Fred Astaire at the Hôtel du Cap, where they were promoting That’s Entertainment, Part 2. ‘Nobody else wanted to do it,’ he recalls. ‘It meant setting up a lab down there, processing the films, doi...

20 parodies that were as good or even better than the genre they were mocking

Parody is one of the genres that is the most difficult to do properly, let alone achieve that rare feat of being as good as or better than the object of said parody. Though the parody film seems to have entered one of its periodic moments of dormancy, it’s worth looking back at some of the most notable examples of the genre to appreciate it in all of its irreverent glory.

Romeo & Juliet review – Tom Holland enters to whoops as Francesca Amewudah-Rivers shows a steely cool

It is not often that a celluloid superhero transforms into a tragic hero before our eyes. Tom Holland navigates the transition from Marvel’s Spider-Man to Shakespeare’s Romeo smoothly, his wan, sinewy lover instantly at home on stage (in spite of the distracting audience whoop when he gets there). Francesca Amewudah-Rivers brings her own spiky charisma as Juliet, all the more heroic given the backdrop of social media racial abuse she has...

The 20 best Netflix original series

These are the 20 best original Netflix series. (Note: we said series, so one-off specials and things of that ilk do not count here.)

These are the 9 health habits That Dua Lipa swears by

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Misconceptions About Social Media

Is social media a young person's game? Do influencers get a huge paycheck for every picture they post? Do social media companies really sell your data to advertisers? In this episode of Misconceptions, host Justin Dodd delves into some common myths surrounding the digital world of social media. Website: http://www.mentalfloss.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/mental_floss Facebook: https://facebook.com/mentalflossmagazine Discord: https://discord.io/mentalfloss 00:00:00 Intro 00:01:07 Social media owns whatever content you post 00:02:14 All influencers are wealthy 00:04:13 Social media sites sell your data to advertisers 00:05:49 Only young people use social media 00:06:49 Social media is free 00:08:00 We don't know how social media affects kids 00:08:53 Opting out of social media protects your privacy

The most memorable Agatha Christie adaptations

Sure, Arthur Conan Doyle gave us Sherlock Holmes, fiction’s foremost detective. However, Agatha Christie gave us multiple notable characters. Like Doyle, Christie has been adapted for TV and film many times over. These are the most memorable.

New movie tops box office charts despite 48% Rotten Tomatoes score

20 facts you might not know about 'Lord of the Rings: Return of the King'

If you’ve read up on “The Fellowship of the Ring” and “The Two Towers,” you’re ready to check out these 20 facts you might not know about “Return of the King.”

The Rock Looks Unrecognizable In First Look at New A24 Movie

'The Smashing Machine,' directed by Benny Safdie and co-starring Emily Blunt, is now in production

Mollie King: How grit and grief pedal powered her biggest challenge to date

The 36-year-old shares what we can all learn from her Gen Z listeners, what loss has taught her about love and why, respectfully, she wouldn’t go anywhere near social media for advice on raising her daughter…

David Walliams recently locked up in an Italian jail and received 'really fierce' treatment

David Walliams recently locked up in an Italian jail and received 'really fierce' treatment - The former BGT judge admits he wrote new book behind bars

Liverpool to share £997m FORTUNE as Taylor Swift Eras Tour arrives at Anfield

Liverpool becomes Taylor Town next month as Taylor Swift's Eras Tour arrives at Anfield and Jurgen Klopp alongside wife Ulla is heading to the gig.

Netflix chart-topper watched 10 million times despite being slammed by critics

I Am: Celine Dion official trailer

A raw and honest behind-the-scenes look at the iconic superstar's struggle with a life-altering illness.

Ticketmaster owners ordered to be broken up to break stranglehold on live entertainment

The monopoly has been blamed for rising ticket prices.

How 70% of Britain’s Cash Went Missing

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Kevin Costner tears up during 10-minute standing ovation for new film Horizon at Cannes

Kevin Costner tears up during 10-minute standing ovation for new film Horizon at Cannes - ‘I’ll never forget this,’ the actor said