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Singapore’s Wave Films Taps Former Cambodian Broadcasting Chief Dave Ulmer To Drive U.S. Expansion
Singapore-based Wave Films has appointed former Cambodian Broadcasting Service chief executive Dave Ulmer as an executive producer in Los Angeles, aiming to expand its work with North American producers. The move is intended to make Southeast Asia’s production facilities, crews, locations and incentives more accessible to US and international projects through a single regional partner.…
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Two men accused of gang raping and imprisoning a 14-year-old girl plead not guilty – after wild scenes erupted outside previous hearing
Two men have pleaded not guilty to charges alleging they gang raped and unlawfully imprisoned a 14-year-old girl in Melbourne. The case is significant because it involves serious allegations concerning a child, while both defendants deny all charges and the allegations have yet to be tested in court. Police allege the girl was held prisoner…
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Death toll from southwestern Japan quake climbs to 34
The death toll from a powerful earthquake in south-western Japan has risen to 34 as rescuers continue searching damaged buildings, including a shopping centre affected by an explosion. The disaster has caused extensive disruption in Kumamoto Prefecture and left authorities racing to find any remaining survivors. The earthquake struck Kyushu on Tuesday and was initially…
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‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ Besting ‘No Way Home’s $50M U.S. Previews – Thursday PM Box Office
Spider-Man: Brand New Day has taken more than $50 million in US and Canadian Thursday preview screenings, surpassing the preview total for 2021’s Spider-Man: No Way Home. The result makes it the biggest preview performance for a Sony film and the strongest since the Covid-19 pandemic, signalling the potential for an exceptionally large opening weekend.…
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FIFA hits back at international revolt over Gianni Infantino’s plan to sell World Cup shares
FIFA has responded to opposition from national football bodies over proposals associated with Gianni Infantino to sell stakes linked to the World Cup. The dispute matters because the tournament is football’s most valuable international competition, and any move to involve private investors could affect its governance, revenues and the influence of member associations. The article…
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Listen to SOBxRBE’s First Song in Seven Years
Bay Area rap group SOBxRBE have released “Ten Summers”, their first new song in seven years, alongside a music video. The reunion follows their first live performance in the same period in March and signals that members Yhung T.O., DaBoii and Slimmy B are returning to work together after past difficulties. The trio said the…
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“I was constantly terrified that any minute Jesus was going to rip the sky open and that I’d be left here.” Ashley McBryde has been through the wringer and come out dry
Ashley McBryde reflects on a difficult personal journey and the independence that shaped her, as she returns with her album Wild. The Grammy-winning country singer describes a childhood in rural Arkansas in which self-reliance was encouraged, while also recalling intense religious fears that left her anxious about being left behind. At 12, McBryde dug a…
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Everything We Know About The Film Adaptation Of Emily Henry’s ‘Beach Read’ So Far
20th Century Studios’ adaptation of Emily Henry’s romance novel Beach Read has completed filming and is scheduled for a cinema release on 7 May 2027. The film is one of several screen adaptations of Henry’s books, and its progress matters to fans because the central characters have now been cast and production has moved swiftly…
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Falcons announce defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich’s wife Cristina died after battle with cancer
The Atlanta Falcons announced that Cristina Ulbrich, the wife of defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich, has died following a battle with cancer. Her death is a personal tragedy for the Ulbrich family and comes as the team prepares for the forthcoming NFL season. The announcement did not provide further details about her illness or age. Jeff…
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‘Big Brother’ Season 28, Week 3 Eviction: A Unanimous Vote Sent Another Houseguest Packing
Jason De Puy was unanimously evicted from Big Brother Season 28 in its third live eviction, becoming the season’s third houseguest to leave. The result followed a turbulent Head of Household week led by Kamu Kirk, during which nominations and competition wins repeatedly changed who was at risk. Kamu initially nominated LaTrice Verrett, Lyric Medeiros…