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What links Bruce Springsteen to Blaenau Gwent?

Even the most ardent fans of the US rock legend might not guess the connection.

2024-05-05T07:48:56Z

Laufey set to perform thrice in Manila this year

MANILA, Philippines — Laufey (pronounced l?y-v?y) is set to serenade the Philippines three times this year with her dreamy jazz sounds. Two of her shows are happening this month, to be followed by one in September. She will stage her A Night At The Symphony concerts at the Philippine International Convention Center Plenary Hall on May 28 and 29. The Manila Philharmonic Orchestra will join her on stage at the two-night sold-out shows. Fans can...

2024-05-05T16:39:53Z

‘SNL' Makes Fun of JoJo Siwa's Edgy Rebrand: Like a ‘Figure Skater Joined a Street Gang' and ‘Mad Max on Broadway'

On “SNL,” a Weekend Update segment playfully poked fun at 20-year-old singer JoJo Siwa's transformation into an edgier and more adult persona. Chloe Fineman appeared as Siwa at the Weekend Update desk dressed in head-to-toe black glitter and a black body suit, the same outfit from Siwa’s music video for her new single "Karma." "Wow, […]

2024-05-05T06:01:18Z

Neve Campbell Says Studio Upped Her Salary With ‘Scream 7' Offer After She Spoke Out About Pay Dispute

Neve Campbell says that SpyGlass Media Group upped her pay after she spoke out about a pay disparity during salary negotiations for “Scream 6,” the film that caused the actress to exit the franchise. "I’m really grateful that the studio heard me when I talked about pay discrepancy and when I talked about [‘Scream VI’ […]

2024-05-04T22:30:09Z

Wurzels frontman Adge Cutler remembered 50 years on

Bandmate Tommy Banner says Cutler was a "great raconteur" and "very entertaining company".

2024-05-05T09:19:04Z

Magazines were supposed to die in the digital age. Why haven’t they?

In the classic comedy Ghostbusters (1984), newly hired secretary Janice raises the subject of reading, while idly flipping through the pages of a magazine. The scientist Egon Spengler responds with a brusque dismissal: “print is dead.” Egon’s words now seem prescient. The prevailing assumption of the past couple of decades is that print media is […]

2024-05-05T08:38:35Z

Lily Gladstone returns to Cannes as jury member

BERLIN — Lily Gladstone, the first Native American woman to be nominated for an Oscar, will return to this year’s Cannes Film Festival as a member of the nine-strong main jury, organizers said on Monday. Gladstone got her Academy Award nomination and won a Golden Globe award for the Martin Scorsese drama “Killers of the Flower Moon”, […]

2024-05-05T02:04:21Z

Bernard Hill was 'a natural' for Blackstuff part

Screenwriter Alan Bleasdale recalls how desperate he was to work with actor Bernard Hill.

2024-05-05T18:50:33Z

The 7 Best New Movies on Netflix in May 2024

April's showers brought in a garden flowers that have bloomed into an entire new selection of movies that have landed on Netflix in May. Whether you're into sci-fi-fantasy, films, animated faves or hard-hitting crime action-drama classics, these films are worth adding to your watch list. While Netflix's list of new films in May stretch way beyond these seven titles, TheWrap wanted to point your attention to best ones on its lineup. Check out our...

2024-05-05T18:11:41Z

A Different Class: Oisín McKenna on moving up to the middle

A Different Class: Oisín McKenna on moving up to the middle - When debut novelist Oisín McKenna left his old life in an Irish town behind, he felt like he’d graduated from homophobia and boredom. But what appeared was a social chasm between him and his family, which was harder to bridge

2024-05-05T12:07:41Z

Eurovision hopefuls put on the style in Malmo

The world's biggest song contest reaches its finale on Saturday and contestants have arrived in style.

2024-05-05T19:20:55Z

Take That fans ‘angry’ as seats for concert change in arena move

Take That fans ‘angry’ as seats for concert change in arena move - Take That moved their shows this month from Co-op Live to the AO Arena in Manchester due to ‘technical issues’.

2024-05-05T18:53:33Z

Spin-off of Eurovision winners Bucks Fizz announce departure of member

Spin-off of Eurovision winners Bucks Fizz announce departure of member - The original pop group won the 1981 song contest with Making Your Mind Up.

2024-05-05T19:38:42Z

Trump celebrates Billboard success of J6 Prison Choir recording at donor retreat

Former President Donald Trump hosted GOP donors for a luncheon at Mar-a-Lago Saturday, where he touted a song he recorded with Jan. 6 defendants.

2024-05-04T23:56:57Z

John Mulaney gives a dad update at Netflix Is a Joke Fest: 'It's scary to have children'

John Mulaney opened up about life with his son and "best friend" Malcolm and sidestepped Olivia Munn's cancer diagnosis at Netflix Is a Joke Fest.

2024-05-05T15:18:49Z

Books to Read ASAP Before They Become Your Next TV or Movie Obsession

Fire up that Kindle and download The Idea of You, It Ends With Us and more books before they are adapted for the screen.

2023-06-11T07:15:36Z

Usher's Lovers & Friends canceled, music festival cites Las Vegas weather

Organizers for Usher's Lovers and Friends Las Vegas music festival announced the last-minute cancelation in a statement Friday, citing severe weather.

2024-05-04T15:45:11Z

Madonna performed her biggest concert ever for 1.6 million fans at free Copacabana show in Rio de Janeiro

The Queen of Pop closed out her Celebration Tour in grand fashion.

2024-05-05T17:56:07Z

Box Office: ‘The Fall Guy' Kicks Off Summer Movie Season With Disappointing $28 Million Debut

“The Fall Guy,” an action-comedy starring Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt, kicked off the summer movie season without much sizzle. The film, backed by Universal and directed by David Leitch, fell just short of expectations with $28.5 million from 3,800 North American venues in its debut. Heading into the weekend, “The Fall Guy” was projected to […]

2024-05-05T15:47:43Z

B-sides that deserved to be A-sides

Back in the day, music fans would eagerly await the next single release from their favorite artist. The A-side—the song intended to be a hit—was backed up by a B-side, invariably a lesser-known track quite often selected as filler or throwaway. But there have been occasions when the flipside has overshadowed the track it's meant to be supporting. This reversal of fortune is exemplified by numerous tracks that made the cut despite being consigned to "side two." So, what are the B-sides that deserved to be A-sides? Click on and take a spin through this back catalogue of vintage vinyl.

2024-05-05T09:07:34Z

Watching Man City is like watching maths and that’s just soulless and boring

Man City are obviously brilliant. John Nicholson has no interest in denying that. But he is just disinterested. And is not the only one.

2024-05-05T13:44:58Z

ADOR CEO’s call to terminate NewJeans’ contract with HYBE refused in February

ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin had asked for an exclusive right to terminate NewJeans’ contract with HYBE in February, but the request was turned down by the parent company, according to an industry source on Friday, May 3. An exclusive contract with an artist can be seen as a key asset necessary for a company’s operation. Major entertainment companies, for this reason, require exclusive contracts to be approved by the board of directors. HYBE, in turn,...

2024-05-05T05:13:53Z

Ballet Manila’s fresh take on ‘Ang Tatlong Kwento ni Lola Basyang’

"I would like to approach this with fresh eyes.” These were the words of acclaimed performing artist and comedian Mitch Valdes, describing how she will tackle her role as Lola Basyang in Ballet Manila’s latest production, Ang Tatlong Kwento ni Lola Basyang, set to be staged at Aliw Theater on May 11, 8 p.m. and May 12 and 18 at 3 p.m. Valdes is all...

2024-05-04T23:49:13Z

Edgar Lansbury dies at 94

Edgar Lansbury has died, aged 94. The Tony-winning producer and younger brother of famed actress Angela Lansbury has passed away at the age of 94. Edgar's son David Lansbury told The Hollywood Reporter his father died on Thursday at his Manhattan home. Born in London on 12 January, 1930, Edgar George Lansbury was the son of Moyna Macgill, a Belfast...

2024-05-05T03:15:04Z

Maze Runner to be rebooted

'The Maze Runner' series is to be rebooted with a new film that will serve as a continuation of the story without being a direct sequel.

2024-05-05T07:13:50Z

Teacher lands Britain's Got Talent golden buzzer

Bruno Tonioli says Egham special educational needs teacher Taryn Charles is a "very special person".

2024-05-05T09:34:36Z

'Wizard of Oz' star Judy Garland fought crippling drug addiction with private investigator's help, book claims

Judy Garland, who starred in classic films like "The Wizard of Oz" and "A Star is Born" and died at age 47, was allegedly sober for 30 days with private investigator Fred Otash's help, according to a new biography.

2024-05-05T08:38:16Z

The most iconic singer-guitarist duos

What makes an iconic singer-guitarist duo? Is it their songwriting ability? Or maybe it's the way the guitar complements the vocal lines, and vice versa? Perhaps their onstage presence has something to do with it? Well, maybe it's a combination of all of these things, and, of course, an exceptional chemistry that is unique to these individuals. Luckily, rock music has quite a few of these pairs. Click through the following gallery and take a look at the most iconic singer-guitarist duos in rock history.

2024-05-05T10:07:45Z

Star Trek: Discovery star on filming final season

'We didn't know would be our last.'

2024-05-05T16:07:32Z

‘Gen V' Won't Recast Chance Perdomo's Role After Actor's Death, Sets Production for May

Chance Perdomo’s “Gen V” character Andre Anderson will not be recast for Season 2 of “The Boys” spinoff series. Perdomo died at the age of 27 in March as a result of a motorcycle accident. In a joint statement released on Sunday, the “Gen V” producers said they will not recast the role because “no […]

2024-05-05T20:48:34Z

Bernard Hill, Star of 'Titanic' and 'Lord of the Rings,' Dies at 79

Bernard Hill, star of "Titanic" and "The Lord of the Rings," has died at the age of 79, according to his agent, Lou Coulson. Born in Blackley and a graduate of the Manchester Polytechnic School of Drama, Hill got his big breakthrough in 1980 with the BBC television play "The Black Stuff," which was so acclaimed that it led to a sequel miniseries "Boys From the Blackstuff" two years later. In "Blackstuff," Hill plays Yosser Hughes, a working...

2024-05-05T17:11:26Z

Stefanie Przewodnik, 19, crowned Miss Mandaue 2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines – Senior high school student Stefanie Przewodnik was crowned Miss Mandaue 2024 Saturday night, May 4. Przewodnik, 19, bested 11 other lovely ladies during the coronation night held at the Mandaue City Sports and Cultural Complex and earned the honor to represent the city in the Miss Universe Philippines 2025 pageant. The Miss Mandaue pageant was one of the highlights of the 2024 Mid-Year Cultural Summit. During the...

2024-05-05T06:24:41Z

‘X-Files' Series Finale Scully Pregnancy Debate Reignited by Creator Chris Carter: ‘The Truth Is Out There Is Something Else'

There was a mic drop moment at the end of an event in New York City celebrating 30 years of "The X-Files" when series creator Chris Carter reignited the debate around Dana Scully’s pregnancy. Towards the end of “My Struggle IV,” the series finale episode in Season 11, Scully (Gillian Anderson) informs Fox Mulder (David Duchovny) […]

2024-05-05T09:46:52Z

Dua Lipa Explains the Drake vs. Kendrick Lamar Rap Beef on ‘SNL'

Dua Lipa dove deep into the scorching-hot rap beef between Drake and Kendrick Lamar on “Saturday Night Live.” On the latest episode, Lipa appeared alongside Mikey Day, Heidi Gardner and Devon Walker as morning talk show hosts who attempt to explain the diss tracks that have taken over the music world in the last few […]

2024-05-05T05:01:02Z

Take That fans outraged with seat offers for Manchester gig at new venue amid Co-op Live chaos

Take That moved their shows this month from Co-op Live to the AO Arena in Manchester due to 'technical issues', but the switch has been far from smooth and left fans fuming

2024-05-05T19:44:48Z

WA violinist Robert Zielinski records album Kiangardarup – The Torbay Suite knee-deep in nature

Knee-deep in an inlet is not the first place most people would think of when it comes to a recording studio, but it's where Robert Zielinski's music came to life.

2024-05-05T01:19:43Z

‘Mrs. Doubtfire' Star Says Robin Williams Wrote Letter to Principal After She Got Kicked Out of School During Filming

A Mrs. Doubtfire star is sharing how the late Robin Williams went above and beyond for her, both on and off-screen. On a recent episode of the Brotherly Love podcast, alongside her Mrs. Doubtfire co-stars Mara Wilson and Matthew Lawrence, Lisa Jakub, who played Lydia Hillard in the hit 1993 comedy, recalled Williams coming to her defense regarding an […]

2024-05-05T02:34:37Z

Box Office: ‘Garfield' Scratches Up $22 Million Overseas Ahead of Domestic Debut

Sony’s animated “The Garfield Movie” scratched up $22 million in its international box office debut. It’s currently only playing in 18 markets, roughly 35% of its eventual overseas footprint, so those ticket sales represent a promising start for the family film. “The Garfield Movie” doesn’t open in the U.S. and Canada until Memorial Day weekend […]

2024-05-05T17:18:04Z

Strictly's Johannes Radebe confirms future on show ahead of musical debut in Kinky Boots

Strictly's Johannes Radebe confirms future on show ahead of musical debut in Kinky Boots - EXCLUSIVE The professional dancer set the record straight while joined on stage at the London Palladium by former Strictly partner Anabel Croft

2024-05-05T10:10:15Z

Matthew Libatique, Nicole Kidman become the first Filipino, first Australian to receive AFI awards

It was a night to remember. The American Film Institute (AFI) presented the 49th AFI Life Achievement Award to Nicole Kidman, the first Australian to receive the award, and the Franklin J. Schaffner Alumni Medal to cinematographer Matthew Libatique, also the first Filipino to receive the award. It was one of the most glamorous and high-profile events we have attended this year what with celebrities like Meryl Streep, Reese Witherspoon, Naomi...

2024-05-05T10:05:52Z

Taylor Swift's ‘Tortured Poets' Racks Up 439,000 Units in Week 2, the Best Second Week for Any Album Since 2015

Taylor Swift’s “The Tortured Poets Department” registered 439,000 album-equivalent units to return as the No. 1 album in the U.S. in its second week out, according to data from Luminate first reported in Billboard. That’s an 89% drop from its massive debut week, when it racked up 2.61 million units. But the 439K is still […]

2024-05-05T20:48:36Z

Teen's coma inspires mental health music festival

Charity I'm George's Mate hopes to prevent young people taking their own lives.

2024-05-05T09:49:23Z

Co-op Live stress will be ‘long forgotten’ once venue opens – concert promoter

Co-op Live stress will be ‘long forgotten’ once venue opens – concert promoter - The new £365 million venue has postponed its opening numerous times in the last few weeks due to ‘technical issues’.

2024-05-05T13:22:48Z

Anne Hathaway on 'The Idea of You,' rom-coms and her Paul McCartney Coachella moment

Anne Hathaway and Nicholas Galitzine open up about their new Prime Video movie "The Idea of You," age-gap relationships, chemistry and Coachella.

2024-05-02T12:06:37Z

I Kissed a Girl on BBC Three review: a refreshing spin on the straight shows we've seen a billion times before

I Kissed a Girl on BBC Three review: a refreshing spin on the straight shows we've seen a billion times before - 4/5 The UK’s first ever LGBTQ+ dating show now has a spin-off, and it’s just as easy-to-watch and entertaining as the debut

2024-05-05T20:08:49Z

Eurovision 2024 begins in Malmo with contestants' walk on 'Turquoise Carpet'

MALMO, Sweden (Reuters) - Eurovision 2024 began in the Swedish city of Malmo on Sunday when 37 contenders walked the "Turquoise Carpet" amid heightened security and calls for boycotts due to Israel's participation. The 68th version of the song contest, which is always billed as non-political, is taking place against the backdrop of the devastating Israeli military campaign in Gaza, triggered by

2024-05-05T18:09:27Z

‘My Guardian Alien’ shows strong comeback from start of the week loss to ‘Linlang’

The Kapuso family-fantasy drama series ‘My Guardian Alien (MGA)’ made a remarkable comeback after initially trailing behind ‘Linlang’ at the beginning of the week, as per the latest ratings from the Nielsen NUTAM People survey. On Monday, April 22, ‘Linlang’ kicked off the week with a leading rating of 11.0 percent, edging ahead of MGA’s

2024-05-05T06:42:34Z

Tim Peake hopes a Brit could be on the moon within the next 10 years

The famous astronaut, who remains the last Brit to make it into space, has already said he thinks boots will be on the moon by 2026.

2024-05-05T10:58:24Z

Olly Alexander 'respects' Eurovision boycott but slams 'extreme' backlash to Israel's inclusion

Years and Years singer Olly Alexander has been told he is "Complicit in a genocide by taking part in Eurovision" after being announced as the UK's entry for 2024

2024-05-05T06:57:50Z

Jerry Seinfeld Roasts His Excessive ‘Unfrosted' Press Tour on ‘SNL': I Used to Be ‘Funny' and ‘Good Looking' Like ‘Ryan Gosling'

Jerry Seinfeld joined “Saturday Night Live’s” Weekend Update to make fun of his press tour for his Netflix movie, “Unfrosted,” which chronicles the origin story of the Pop-Tart. Colin Jost introduced Seinfeld as a “man who did too much press” for his Netflix movie, which also marked Seinfeld’s directorial debut. When Seinfeld joined the show, […]

2024-05-05T05:31:17Z