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Texas Republican seeks removal of billboard resembling his campaign ads
Republican Eric Flores has demanded the removal of a billboard in Texas’s 34th Congressional District that shows him with Donald Trump and highlights Trump’s endorsement and support for ICE. Flores says its resemblance to his campaign materials could mislead voters into thinking his team authorised it, making the…
New Jersey prosecutor charged with creating and sharing AI-generated abuse material
New Jersey deputy attorney general Brian Richard Fitzgerald was arrested on felony charges alleging he created and shared AI-generated child sexual abuse material. The case matters because Fitzgerald worked as a state prosecutor, and New Jersey officials say the law applies equally to people entrusted with enforcing it.…
Antonio Banderas Joins Nicolas Cage for True Detective Season 5: Report
Antonio Banderas is reported to have joined Nicolas Cage in the fifth season of HBO’s *True Detective*, which will be led by season four writer and director Issa López. The casting brings two established film actors to the new instalment, though their roles and relationship in the story…
Antonio Banderas Joins Nicolas Cage for True Detective Season 5: Report
Antonio Banderas has reportedly joined Nicolas Cage in the fifth season of HBO’s True Detective, which will be led by returning writer and director Issa López. The casting brings two established film actors to the crime anthology, though their characters’ relationship and roles in the investigation have not…
Josh Brolin Officially Teases James Bond Writer’s “Incredible” Script for Taylor Sheridan Follow-Up
Josh Brolin says Steven Knight has written an “incredible” script for Sicario 3, prompting him, Emily Blunt and Benicio del Toro to agree that the long-awaited sequel should go ahead. The update matters because the original cast is reuniting, though Taylor Sheridan, who wrote the first two films,…
8 New TV Shows to Watch This Weekend on Netflix, Disney, and Hulu (October 16-18)
Eight new or returning series arrive this weekend, offering viewers a mix of superhero drama, horror, political intrigue and reality television. The line-up includes Marvel’s VisionQuest, a Friday the 13th prequel and new seasons of The Diplomat and The Lowdown. VisionQuest follows White Vision as he goes into…
‘FBI’ Officially Brings OA’s Undercover Mission Into Its Endgame [Exclusive]
OA’s undercover operation against Anna Vorpe is entering its final stages in the third episode of FBI’s ninth season. To protect his cover, he has taken morally dubious steps, including staging an explosion, and the team hopes the operation will help identify who is protecting Vorpe. A preview…
“Prince said, I just would like to talk guitar. I said, You’ve come to the right place.” ZZ Top’s Billy Gibbons on his first meeting with Prince, and the astonishing performance which made him re-think everything he thought he knew about Prince
Billy Gibbons says Prince’s guitar solo at a 2004 tribute to George Harrison changed his view of Prince as a musician. Although he already admired Prince as a performer, the solo revealed a level of guitar skill that Gibbons had not previously recognised. Later, the two met by…
The 1977 masterpiece Joni Mitchell called overrated: “I fail to see it”
Joni Mitchell questioned the acclaim for Steely Dan’s 1977 album *Aja*, saying she failed to see its eccentricity. The article presents her view as part of a wider contrast: Mitchell’s own jazz-influenced work was initially less readily accepted, while *Aja* was celebrated as a landmark. Mitchell said she…
Nicolas Cage’s ‘True Detective’ Season 5 Officially Recruits an Indiana Jones Star
Antonio Banderas has joined Nicolas Cage in the fifth season of HBO’s crime anthology True Detective, giving the two actors their first pairing in the series. Cage will play detective Henry Logan, while Banderas takes the role of Rai Garcia; their casting adds two prominent film stars to…
Three men jailed for Mayfair robbery of designer’s £170,000 watch
Three men have been jailed for robbing fashion designer Catalin Botezatu of a diamond-encrusted Richard Mille watch outside a Mayfair restaurant. The court heard that the planned attack left him terrified, particularly because he had undergone cancer surgery and had stents fitted in his heart. Ali Eldahouzze, 22,…
Aespa Says Giving ‘Strength to People’ Is More Important Than Career Achievements
Aespa said that helping listeners feel stronger matters more to them than chart positions or awards, despite a successful year for the group. The K-pop quartet made the comments after receiving the best international group honour at the TMElive International Music Awards in Hong Kong. Their second studio…
Executive Turntable: Todd Thomas Named VP of Promotion at Curb Records
Curb Records has promoted Todd Thomas to vice-president of promotion, putting him in charge of the label’s promotion staff. The move recognises his progression at the company and comes as several other music businesses announce hires, promotions and new ventures. Thomas joined Curb in 2012, most recently covering…
Katie Zacharia leaves White House press secretary role after five days
Katie Zacharia is leaving her role as White House press secretary less than five days after taking it up. Donald Trump said he had asked her to reconsider the job, adding that he wanted her to have a good life; a senior White House official said she was…
Jobless, alone and nowhere to go: Kimberly Guilfoyle faces humiliating skulk back to ex Don Jr’s doorstep… and a major downgrade after Greek banishment
Kimberly Guilfoyle is expected to leave the US ambassador’s residence in Athens after her diplomatic post ended, leaving her next home uncertain. Reports about her spending and requests for financial help preceded her departure, while a return to Florida could put her near her former fiancé, Donald Trump…
Electric Macan Turbo pairs family practicality with sports-car performance
The 2027 electric Porsche Macan Turbo combines the everyday practicality of a crossover with the speed and handling of a sports car, challenging assumptions about what a Porsche should look and feel like. Its understated appearance drew little attention, but its performance made a strong impression during family…
China urges Israel to halt West Bank settlements as tech and media turn to AI
Wang Yi calls the Palestinian question a historic injustice, while open-source advocates press for practical adoption plans and Google brings voice search to Gmail. Steven Julien releases a new album as Singapore expands its media festival with a creator summit.
Olivia Rodrigo Says This Kendrick Lamar Song Inspired Her When Writing ‘Expectations’: ‘It’s a Mantra’
Olivia Rodrigo says Kendrick Lamar’s “HUMBLE.” helped inspire “Expectations”, which she set out to write as a mantra she could sing every night. The song appears on her album You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love and has reached No. 20 on the US Billboard…
Trump denies limiting Ukraine access to Starlink network
Donald Trump has denied ordering restrictions on Ukraine’s access to Starshield, a military-grade satellite internet service, after a speed limit disrupted Ukrainian drone operations. The slowdown came amid tensions over Kyiv’s attacks on Russian oil refineries and raised concerns about Ukraine’s ability to defend itself from Russian strikes.…
‘True Detective’ Season 5 Officially Casts Nicolas Cage — and Antonio Banderas
Nicolas Cage and Antonio Banderas will lead the fifth season of HBO’s *True Detective*, confirming reports that had circulated about both actors joining the anthology. The casting brings two established film stars to the series, whose fourth season drew strong ratings and renewed critical praise. Cage will play…