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John Galliano Cancels Met Gala and Exhibit for 2027 Amid Backlash Over Past Racism: ‘I Remain Deeply Sorry’ to the ‘Jewish and Asian Communities’
John Galliano has abandoned plans for a Metropolitan Museum of Art retrospective that would have formed the theme of the 2027 Met Gala, following criticism over his past racist and antisemitic conduct. The designer announced the decision on Instagram, days after The New York Times reported growing objections to the Met honouring him, saying he…
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First Look At ‘Sumo: Spirit Weighs Nothing,’ Documentary With Rare Access To Giants Of The Ring – Venice Film Festival
A new documentary, Sumo: Spirit Weighs Nothing, directed by Erik Shirai, is premiering at the Venice Film Festival, offering rare access to elite sumo wrestlers and hopefuls as they train and compete. Produced for ESPN’s 30 For 30 strand, the film explores the brutal physical demands of the sport alongside its deep roots in Japanese…
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Is the US already losing to China on innovation, logistics and rapid resupply?
An opinion piece for Fox News argues that recent controversy over food shortages and morale aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln, deployed for over 250 days, highlights a broader concern about US military logistics, innovation and resupply capability compared with China. The author, while acknowledging some criticism of the deployment was politically motivated exaggeration aimed at…
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Sony schedules State of Play and Japan broadcast for 3 September
Sony has officially confirmed its next State of Play showcase for 3rd September 2026, with a dedicated State of Play Japan broadcast airing immediately afterwards. The main stream will feature “updates and announcements from PlayStation Studios and our third-party partners” and will close with an extended look at Square Enix’s Final Fantasy 7 Revelation, while…
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10 Classic Thriller Movies That Are 10/10 Masterpieces
This Collider feature rounds up ten classic thriller films the outlet rates as perfect, 10/10 masterpieces, arguing that these earlier works laid the groundwork for the thrillers being made today. The list spans decades and subgenres, from Southern Gothic psychological terror to neo-noir crime drama to pioneering European sound cinema, highlighting how each film’s craftsmanship,…
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Watch Bruce Springsteen and Bleachers join forces for ‘Jersey Girl’ and ‘Chinatown’ in Asbury Park
Bruce Springsteen made a surprise appearance with Bleachers during their Asbury Park set at Shadow of the City Festival on Friday 28 August, joining Jack Antonoff’s band for renditions of “Jersey Girl” and “Chinatown”. The moment continues a recurring collaboration between the two New Jersey acts, who first performed “Chinatown” together in 2020, and reflects…
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GOV MIKE DUNLEAVY: China is holding critical minerals hostage. Alaska can help end the threat
Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy has written an opinion piece arguing that the United States must urgently develop its own critical mineral reserves to reduce dependence on China, which he accuses of using access to such minerals as a tool of economic coercion against American trade policy. He contends that Alaska, which holds deposits of 57…
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Rintaro Returns to Korea After 17 Years for Busan’s Japanese Animation Special
The 31st Busan International Film Festival has announced a 13-film Japanese Animation Special, bringing veteran director Rintaro to Korea for the first time in 17 years alongside four younger directors. Billed as a Special Program in Focus, the season traces a century of Japanese animation history, pairing formative classics with new releases and one European-derived…
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NBCUniversal, U-Next Ink Sweeping Japan Partnership Spanning Streaming and Theme Parks
NBCUniversal and Japanese streaming service U-Next have signed a long-term strategic partnership that brings the Universal+ streaming brand exclusively to the platform, alongside joint theme park initiatives and new global distribution routes for Japanese content. The deal marks a significant expansion for NBCUniversal in Asia Pacific and reflects a broader industry shift towards entertainment models…
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England seal Test series, deadly US shootings, Sheffield baby death arrests
TalkFuse’s briefing covers Sheffield police arresting seven over a newborn’s death, deadly overnight shootings in Trenton and Chicago, Albanese’s clash with One Nation after its Perth by-election win, England’s Lord’s rout of Pakistan and Chelsea’s win over Brighton, plus a flop for Ridley Scott’s new film.