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Argentina stages stunning comeback from 2-0 down to defeat Egypt 3-2 in World Cup Round of 16, advancing to quarterfinals.
Blake Lively was excluded from Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's July 3 wedding at Madison Square Garden, sparking reports she is 'livid' and sources declare their decade-long friendship is permanently over.
Trump's call to FIFA chief Infantino led to unprecedented reversal of Balogun's World Cup red card, sparking international outcry over presidential influence on sports governance.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce married in a star-studded ceremony at Madison Square Garden on July 3, with approximately 1,000 guests in attendance.
World Cup Round of 32 concluded June 28-July 3 as historic first single-elimination round with 32 teams, producing surprising upsets and dramatic comebacks.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding celebration at Madison Square Garden is happening Friday with around 1,000 guests expected, amid debates over security costs, extreme secrecy, and public impact.
The USMNT beat Bosnia-Herzegovina 2-0 in the World Cup round of 32 on Wednesday night for its first knockout win since 2002. However, Folarin Balogun scored what proved to be the decisive goal for the U.S. just before halftime but was then sent off just after the hour mark in a controversial decision that will see him suspended for the round-of-16 match against Belgium.
Knicks championship parade draws record-breaking crowds to Lower Manhattan, requiring unprecedented NYPD deployment and city infrastructure management.
Rachel Bloom receives the Freedom of Expression Award at the 46th San Francisco Jewish Film Festival for her work as a writer, performer, producer and executive producer of the abortion-focused documentary "Hollywood Does Abortion."
Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' broke IMAX advance presale records with $1.5 million in early sales, signaling strong theatrical demand but amid skepticism about hype-to-performance correlation.
Universal Studio Group consolidates from four to three divisions as Pearlena Igbokwe oversees the merger of UCP and Universal International Studios into Universal Global Television under Beatrice Springborn.
Rapper Mystikal was sentenced to 20 years in prison for raping a woman at his Louisiana home in 2022.
Jelly Roll filed for divorce from wife Bunnie XO on May 18, 2026, citing irreconcilable differences in Williamson County court records.
Corey Feldman was hospitalized overnight after experiencing a medical emergency on a flight from Chicago to Los Angeles, with doctors ruling out gallstones as the cause.
Anne Schedeen, best known for her role as matriarch Kate Tanner in 80s sitcom ALF, has died aged 77.
First professional sporting event at White House takes place June 14 on South Lawn; federal judge denied emergency injunction by Public Integrity Project.
NBA guard James Harden was arrested early Saturday in Houston on a misdemeanor unlawful carrying of weapon charge after police observed a handgun in plain view inside his vehicle.
Team USA beat Paraguay 4-1 in its opening World Cup match at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on June 12, but the tournament's US hosting faces scrutiny over Trump administration visa denials affecting participating nations.
Federal Judge Amit Mehta rejected a request to block the White House from hosting UFC fights on the South Lawn, ruling plaintiffs lack legal standing to challenge the event.
Spurs implement restrictions preventing ticket sales for Game 5 to customers outside a 150-mile radius after roughly 45% of Game 5 ticket purchases came from New York and New Jersey billing zip codes.
David Beckham becomes first footballer to receive Hollywood Walk of Fame star, honored in Sports Entertainment category as 2026 World Cup kicks off.
U.S. men's national soccer team opens its 2026 World Cup campaign against Paraguay Friday night in Los Angeles, marking the first World Cup match on home soil for the Americans in over 30 years.
The Knicks came back from a 29-point deficit to defeat the Spurs, 107-106, in Game 4 of the NBA Finals to take a 3-1 series lead.
Zahara Jolie-Pitt, 21, filed a petition in Los Angeles Superior Court on June 4 to remove her father's surname, seeking to be known as Zahara Marley Jolie instead of Zahara Marley Jolie-Pitt.
Schmigadoon! won Best Musical at the 2026 Tony Awards June 7 at Radio City Music Hall.
The Knicks lead the Spurs 2-0 as Trump's attendance at Game 3 prompted the cancellation of the outdoor watch party outside Madison Square Garden.
FIFA's unprecedented dynamic pricing for 2026 World Cup tickets has sparked widespread outrage and regulatory investigations from multiple U.S. states over record-high costs that price out ordinary fans.
Giants QB Jaxson Dart faces escalating backlash after introducing Trump at a rally, with investigations revealing his pattern of liking pro-Trump social media content spanning immigration, voting restrictions, and anti-LGBTQ policies.
Scary Movie reboot opens with $7.5M in previews, signaling potential R-rated comedy resurgence and major franchise revival after 13-year hiatus.
The 83-year-old director is backing and serving as an advisor for an AI upstart called Black Forest Labs and played with AI during preproduction on a new film.
Two low-budget indie horror films from young YouTube creators beat Disney's $165 million Star Wars film at the box office, signaling major industry shift.
P!nk, a music superstar without Broadway experience, is set to host the 79th Annual Tony Awards, bringing pop culture's biggest names to Broadway's biggest night.
Alaskan Bush People star Matt Brown, age 43, died by suicide from a single penetrating gunshot wound to the head, with contributing factors being immersion in water and methamphetamine use.
CBS News fired veteran "60 Minutes" correspondent Scott Pelley on Tuesday, a day after he confronted the show's new executive producer at a heated staff meeting.
Tribeca's 25th anniversary festival opens with record-breaking 103 world premieres amid controversy over its decision to program 'Dreams of Violets,' a fully AI-generated film about Iranian resistance.
Actor Nick Pasqual was sentenced Tuesday to 32 years to life in prison for the 2024 stabbing of his estranged girlfriend, makeup artist Allie Shehorn, after being convicted of attempted murder, forcible rape, and burglary with domestic violence allegations.
Martin Scorsese has become an advisor to AI company Black Forest Labs, using its FLUX technology for storyboarding, sparking both endorsement and fierce backlash from Hollywood artists and filmmakers.
Content creator KSI has left the Sidemen after more than a decade with the massively popular YouTubers.
Trump demanded cancellation of Great American State Fair concerts on Saturday, calling performers "overpriced singers" who are "boring" and complain.
Luke Gulbranson, a Bravo reality TV star, is running for Congress as a Democrat in Minnesota's 8th District to challenge Republican Rep. Peter Stauber.
Matt Brown from Discovery Channel's 'Alaskan Bush People' was found dead in a Washington state river after his brother Bear Brown announced he had died by apparent suicide.
San Antonio Spurs defeated Oklahoma City Thunder 111-103 in Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals and advanced to their first NBA Finals since 2014.
PSG beats Arsenal 4-3 on penalties to win back-to-back Champions League titles, cementing their status as European football's dominant force.
Italy banned concerts by Kanye West and Travis Scott in July in Reggio Emilia, citing security concerns including potential protests.
Jamie Lee Curtis announced the death of her older sister Kelly Lee Curtis on social media on May 30, 2026.
Shrey Parikh, a 14-year-old eighth-grader from Rancho Cucamonga, California, won the 98th annual Scripps National Spelling Bee.
Wyclef Jean announces Quantum Leap, a seven-album series to be released over the next year, with lead single 'Mr. October' featuring G Herbo launching from first album Clef Notes.
Maddox Jolie-Pitt, 24, filed for a legal name change to drop "Pitt" and become "Maddox Chivan Jolie."
Stephen A. Smith responded to Kevin Hart's Netflix roast joke that placed him on a "Mount Rushmore of racism," expressing hurt that the comment came from someone he respected.
Dana White announces UFC Freedom 250 on White House South Lawn for June 14, positioning it as patriotic celebration amid construction and growing political backlash.
Rachel Zegler's Evita will open at Broadway's Winter Garden Theatre on March 25, 2027, without the iconic balcony staging.
Russell Crowe defends his terse exchange with autograph hunters outside his Paris hotel after TMZ posted a viral video, calling it clickbait.
Lil Wayne is secretly engaged to a woman in her 20s from Indiana after proposing earlier this year, TMZ reported.
The New York Knicks swept the Cleveland Cavaliers 130-93 in Game 4 to advance to the NBA Finals for the first time since 1999, extending their playoff winning streak to 11 games.
Glen Powell revealed during a Hollywood Reporter roundtable that a TikTok creator ate his printed photos for 80+ days and gained red carpet access to his movie premiere.
Two-time NASCAR champion Kyle Busch, 41, died Thursday after severe pneumonia progressed into sepsis with rapid complications.
Rapper Rob Base, known for 1988 hip-hop classic 'It Takes Two,' dies at 59 after private cancer battle.
Byron Allen's 'Comics Unleashed' filled Stephen Colbert's CBS late-night slot on Friday with a politics-free comedy format, marking a dramatic shift in network programming strategy.
Donald Trump Jr. married Bettina Anderson on Thursday in West Palm Beach, with a celebration planned for the Bahamas weekend.
Donald Trump Jr. legally married Bettina Anderson on Thursday and will celebrate with a private Bahamas ceremony, after the couple opted against a White House wedding due to Iran war concerns.
Rob Base died peacefully on May 22, 2026, after a private cancer battle, surrounded by family.
Hip-hop trailblazer Rob Base died after a cancer battle at age 59.
Stephen Colbert ended his 11-year run as host of The Late Show on CBS, with the cancellation removing one of Trump's most vocal critics from the airwaves and coming after the settlement of a $16 million Trump lawsuit.
Kyle Busch, a two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion, died at age 41.
Spencer Pratt's LA mayoral campaign uses AI videos, combative rhetoric, and an army of online "clippers" to bash city leaders, sparking debate over digital campaign tactics.
Broadway's The Book of Mormon delayed reopening to May 27 after fire repairs took longer than expected.
Netflix's first MMA event with Rousey-Carano debut drew 12.4M average global viewers, peaking at 17M, marking highest US MMA viewership ever at 11.6M.
Hayden Panettiere alleges in new memoir that an unnamed Oscar-winning actor exposed himself to her at a Hollywood party when she was 19.
Taiwan Travelogue wins the 2026 International Booker Prize, becoming the first Mandarin Chinese-translated work to win, with author Yáng Shuāng-zǐ and translator Lin King as the first Taiwanese and Taiwanese-American winners.
Netflix hired Elle Duncan as its first full-time sports broadcaster, signaling the platform's commitment to building permanent sports infrastructure as it expands live event offerings.
Journalist Paula Froelich claims Meghan Markle is losing Hollywood friends over fears she'll use them to promote her OneOff platform.
Dara from Bulgaria won the 70th Eurovision Song Contest with the song "Bangaranga," marking Bulgaria's first-ever victory.
Ronda Rousey defeated Gina Carano via 17-second armbar submission in Netflix's inaugural MMA event, sparking debate over whether the quick finish vindicated Rousey's dominance or disappointed fans seeking a longer showcase.
Stephen Colbert's 11-year run on The Late Show ends May 21 with star-studded final episodes, ending a franchise amid debate over whether cancellation was financial or politically motivated.
Harvey Weinstein's third New York sex crimes trial ended with a hung jury Friday, with nine jurors voting not guilty and three supporting guilty on the third-degree rape charge involving Jessica Mann.
Drake released three albums simultaneously on May 15—Iceman, Habibti, and Maid of Honour—marking his first solo releases since his 2024 feud with Kendrick Lamar.
Viral AI-generated videos created by filmmaker Charlie Curran boost Spencer Pratt's Los Angeles mayoral campaign, demonstrating how synthetic media can rapidly amplify political visibility outside traditional campaign infrastructure.
Samsung denies intentional misuse of Dua Lipa's image on TV packaging after she sued for $15 million, blaming a third-party content partner for providing false assurances that permissions were secured.
Cardi B addressed a viral video capturing a tense moment between her and Stefon Diggs, responding directly on X.
Netflix confirms The Lincoln Lawyer will end after season 5, with showrunners citing creative control to deliver a proper conclusion.
Eurovision 2026 faces its worst crisis in history, marked by a historic five-country boycott and audience protests over Israel's participation amid the war in Gaza.
Cannes Film Festival opened with star-studded red carpet but zero major Hollywood blockbusters as studios prioritize controlled marketing over prestige premiere risk.
CBS confirmed The Late Show with Stephen Colbert will air its final episode on May 21, 2026, after a decade-long run as host.
Dua Lipa has filed a $15 million lawsuit against Samsung, alleging that the electronics manufacturer used her likeness to sell TVs without paying her and without permission.
Hayden Panettiere alleged she was nearly coerced into sexual acts with an unnamed older star while on a boat at 18, an incident she detailed on the May 11 episode of the On Purpose With Jay Shetty podcast promoting her forthcoming memoir.
Jimmy Kimmel airs rerun on Colbert's final Late Show night as tribute to fellow late-night host.
Netflix announces $135 billion investment in film and TV over past decade, fueling debate about its market dominance and pricing power.
Hayden Panettiere alleges she was forced into bed with an unnamed famous older man at 18 aboard a yacht, with the incident detailed in her May 19 memoir.
Sebastian Stan confirmed he wants to be a good dad in a May 12 Deadline interview
Dua Lipa sued Samsung for $15 million after the electronics company put the singer on television boxes without permission.
Bloomberg investigation reveals Hartbeat spent the past year in significant internal turmoil with leadership conflicts and strategic disarray.
Britney Spears broke her silence after pleading guilty to a reduced DUI charge, describing her legal troubles as a 'spiritual journey' and 'blessing in disguise' in an Instagram post.
Mortal Kombat II and The Devil Wears Prada 2 battle for Mother's Day weekend #1, with $40-42M each and Sunday deciding the winner.
Kodak Black was arrested on a drug trafficking charge stemming from a November 2025 investigation, with his attorney challenging the legal basis of the case.
Stefon Diggs celebrated his acquittal by kissing Cardi B on the cheek at his Diggs Deep Foundation Mother's Day wellness event on Saturday, sparking reconciliation rumors.
Bobby Cox, Hall of Fame manager of the Atlanta Braves, died at 84.
Nick Pasqual, actor from 'How I Met Your Mother', found guilty Friday of attempted murder in May 2024 attack on makeup artist girlfriend.
ABC filed an FCC complaint accusing the Trump administration of trying to chill its constitutionally protected free speech over whether "The View" is subject to equal time rules.
David Attenborough turns 100 on May 8, celebrated globally for his seven-decade career as nature documentarian and climate advocate.
Hamill deleted an image depicting Trump in a grave and apologized after White House criticism linked such rhetoric to assassination attempts.
Kelly Clarkson returns as coach for The Voice Season 30 after ending her daytime talk show to prioritize family.
NBC's Savannah Guthrie briefly left the Today show mid-broadcast on May 6 without explanation; she returned the next day.
Ted Turner, who founded CNN and revolutionized television news, died peacefully Wednesday at 87, surrounded by his family.
Hocus Pocus 3 is officially in development at Disney with Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Kathy Najimy returning to star.
The Bear is ending with Season 5, premiering on FX and Hulu on June 25.
Josh Groban, 45, received a Hollywood Walk of Fame star on May 6 outside the Hollywood Pantages Theatre.
Bonnie Tyler underwent emergency intestinal surgery in Portugal and is recuperating, according to her official statement.
Disney beat Q2 earnings expectations with $25.2B revenue and strong streaming profitability under new CEO Josh D'Amaro's first earnings report.
Beyoncé, Nicole Kidman, and Venus Williams co-chaired the 2026 Met Gala, with Beyoncé making her first appearance in a decade.
Two musicals adapted from other sources—"The Lost Boys" from a 1987 film and "Schmigadoon!" from an Apple TV series—tied with 12 nominations each for the 2026 Tony Awards announced May 5.
Met Gala attendees faced security gaps after activist Chris Smalls breached barriers and 300+ fake urine bottles were discovered inside the museum.
Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni resolved their legal differences two weeks ahead of a federal trial after a year and a half of bitter feuding.
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez Bezos serve as honorary chairs and lead sponsors of the 2026 Met Gala, sparking major backlash over wealth inequality and Amazon labor practices.
Kid Cudi removed M.I.A. from his Rebel Ragers Tour on May 4 after she made controversial political remarks during performances.
Mavericks Guard Klay Thompson broke his silence on cheating allegations after his split with rapper Megan Thee Stallion, setting off intense debate over public breakup disclosures.
Actor Stanley Tucci honored with Hollywood Walk of Fame star alongside Emily Blunt in rare joint ceremony April 30.
Michael Jackson biopic 'Michael' crossed $300M worldwide, becoming the No. 2 musical biopic ever behind 'Bohemian Rhapsody.'
Pickleball Inc. raised a record $225 million in new investment in May 2026, consolidating the sport's largest professional entities under one ecosystem.
The Devil Wears Prada 2 released in U.S. theaters on May 1, 2026, reuniting original stars Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci.
12-year-old North West released debut EP N0rth4evr with provocative emo-goth aesthetic, sparking debate over parental judgment, child protection, and nepotism in music.
King Charles III and Queen Camilla concluded their first-ever state visit to the United States on Thursday, wrapping up a whirlwind four days that took them to Washington, D.C., New York City and Virginia.
The Devil Wears Prada 2 earned $10 million in Thursday previews, signaling strong opening weekend momentum for the 20-year-later sequel.
NCAA Division III Presidents Council approves framework to review NIL activities amid broader federal push to regulate athlete compensation through Trump's executive order.
Emily Blunt and Stanley Tucci received the 2,841st and 2,842nd Hollywood Walk of Fame stars on April 30 in a joint ceremony.
Britney Spears was charged with one misdemeanor count of driving under the influence on April 30 by prosecutors in Ventura County, California, following her March 4 arrest.
A Utah judge granted mutual protective orders to "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives" stars Taylor Frankie Paul and Dakota Mortensen.
Patrick Muldoon, known for Days of Our Lives, Melrose Place, and Starship Troopers, died April 19 at 57 from a heart attack.
Prosecutors laid out a detailed timeline alleging singer D4vd began sexually abusing 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez when she was 13, then killed her after she threatened to expose their relationship.
The FCC ordered an accelerated review of eight ABC broadcast licenses one day after Trump and Melania Trump demanded the network fire late-night host Jimmy Kimmel over a joke about Melania, raising First Amendment concerns.
Trump administration challenges ABC station licenses amid Kimmel controversy, with the FCC ordering early license renewals by May 28, 2026.
Kimmel defended himself Monday night, saying his 'expectant widow' remark about Melania Trump was 'obviously a joke about their age difference,' not a call for violence.
Taylor Swift files trademark applications for her voice and image to legally protect against AI-generated deepfakes in response to widespread unauthorized digital replications.
Trump attacked the press on 60 Minutes just a day after the shooting, commending law enforcement but taking sharp jabs at media coverage in a marked shift from his initially moderate tone.
Nedra Talley-Ross, last surviving original member of The Ronettes, died at 80, marking the end of the iconic 1960s girl group.
Madonna made an epic surprise appearance Saturday night at West Hollywood LGBTQ bar and nightclub The Abbey.
Michael Jackson biopic arrives as instant sensation with $97 million domestically and $217 million globally in opening weekend, shattering records despite 38% Rotten Tomatoes critics score.
Michael Jackson biopic 'Michael' shatters records with $95 million U.S. opening and $206.4 million global debut, becoming record-breaking box office success despite critical backlash over omission of abuse allegations.
Michael Jackson biopic shatters records with $95M+ domestic opening despite poor reviews, controversy centers on omission of abuse allegations due to legal settlement constraints.
Darrell Sheets, who appeared on 163 episodes of 'Storage Wars,' died by apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound on April 22, 2026.
On the day the Michael biopic debuts, new molestation allegations from the Cascio siblings gained attention after they gave an extensive interview to the New York Times about alleged abuse by Jackson.
Trump plans to attend the White House Correspondents' Dinner for the first time as president, with mentalist Oz Pearlman headlining instead of a comedian.
WGA members overwhelmingly ratified a four-year agreement with studios on Friday in a surprisingly smooth process, ending 2023's contentious bargaining.
Helena Bonham Carter has departed The White Lotus Season 4, the France-set installment of Mike White's popular murder mystery series, just over a week after production started on the French Riviera.
The 2026 NFL Draft begins Thursday evening in Pittsburgh amid widespread consensus that this is an unusually unpredictable and talent-depleted class, forcing teams to rethink traditional evaluation methods.
President Trump will read verses from the Old Testament that will be streamed across the country Tuesday evening as part of a week-long "America Reads the Bible" event to mark the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.
Singer D4vd charged with first-degree murder in the death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez, whose dismembered body was found in a Tesla registered to the musician.
Multiple European venues canceled Ye's planned concerts after France and other countries moved to ban performances over his antisemitic past.
Singer D4vd pleads not guilty to first-degree murder charges in death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez, facing possible death penalty.
Moroccan-French actress Nadia Farès, best known for The Crimson Rivers, died at 57 after being found unconscious in a swimming pool.
Pope Leo XIV downplays Trump feud on Africa tour, rejects media narrative pitting him against the president over Iran war criticism.
Ice Spice was slapped by a fan at a Hollywood McDonald's on April 15; she responded with humor and is pursuing legal action.
Sue Bird and Megan Rapinoe announce 10-year relationship split and end joint podcast 'A Touch More'
Dancing with the Stars judge Carrie Ann Inaba experienced a mid-flight medical emergency on April 15, sharing details publicly.
Clavicular's PR person Mitchell Jackson quit working with the streamer after he was hospitalized for a suspected overdose and refuses addiction treatment.
Civil rights groups gathered outside Globe Life Field on Jackie Robinson Day to urge the Texas Rangers to remove a controversial statue.
Singer D4vd arrested on suspicion of killing a 14-year-old girl whose decomposed body was found in his Tesla, reigniting debates over celebrity accountability and the presumption of innocence.
USA Today ended its contractor relationship with Crissy Froyd on April 16 after her X posts about Dianna Russini did not reflect its commitment to professionalism.
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My 600-Lb. Life alum Dolly Martinez, 30, dies of congestive heart failure after hospital admission, sparking debate over obesity-related health risks.
Former Canadian PM Justin Trudeau attended Coachella with girlfriend Katy Perry, facing backlash over plastic cup use despite his single-use plastics ban.
American Girl celebrates its 40th anniversary by re-releasing original dolls for new generations, emphasizing the brand's enduring cultural significance in teaching history and empowering girls.
Satou Sabally agreed to sign a multiyear deal with the New York Liberty, giving the franchise four All-Stars and raising questions about competitive balance.
Ralph Fiennes confirmed he won't reprise Voldemort for HBO's Harry Potter reboot, endorsing Tilda Swinton instead, sparking debate over legacy casting versus fresh reinvention.
Sabrina Carpenter apologized for dismissing a traditional Arabic celebratory call as 'weird' following backlash that her comments were insensitive.
Ralph Fiennes says he won't reprise Voldemort for HBO's Harry Potter series because "the ship has sailed," but endorsed Tilda Swinton as "fantastic" for the role.
BTS kicked off their Arirang World Tour at Goyang Stadium on April 9 after a four-year hiatus, launching their largest global tour with 82 shows across 34 cities through March 2027.
Disney is planning a new phase of cost cutting, including as many as 1,000 layoffs, under new CEO Josh D'Amaro, who took the helm as CEO in mid-March.
Tucker Carlson has fully turned against Trump over the war in Iran, going as far as to liken Trump to the Antichrist on his podcast.
Judge dismisses 10 of 13 claims in Blake Lively's lawsuit against Justin Baldoni, allowing retaliation and breach of contract claims to proceed to trial in May.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Tuesday the Army pilots who flew Apache helicopters over Kid Rock's Nashville-area home were no longer suspended and the incident would not be investigated.
NBA Board of Governors unanimously approved exploration of expansion to Las Vegas and Seattle, launching formal bidding process for franchises targeted at 2028-29 debut.
Netflix withdrew from its $83 billion bid for Warner Bros. Discovery after the company's board deemed Paramount Skydance's $111 billion offer superior.
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