Hollywood writers strike saga nears conclusion: Tentative deal reached, pending approval

Union leaders and Hollywood studios reached a tentative agreement Sunday to end a historic screenwriters strike after nearly five months, though no deal is yet in the works for striking actors.

Usher to headline Super Bowl 2024 Halftime Show in Las Vegas

"It’s an honor of a lifetime to finally check a Super Bowl performance off my bucket list," Usher said in a statement.

50 years of hip-hop: Expert predicts future of music genre – and females are at the forefront

Where is hip-hop headed, and how will the art form continue to evolve over the next 50 years? Lisa Evers, a long-time radio host and reporter in New York City, discusses it all.

Hollywood actor, writer strikes have broad support among Americans, poll finds

Negotiations have restarted on the writers strike while actors wait for their turn. Issues in both strikes include pay and the use of artificial intelligence.

BTS member Suga begins mandatory military service in South Korea

"I’ll faithfully serve and come back … Please stay healthy and let’s meet all again in 2025!" Suga wrote in a message posted on the online fan platform Weverse.

NYC weekend events: Things to do across the tri-state area

From Chris Distefano at the Theater at Madison Square Garden, to Macklemore at Pier 17, here are some events happening this weekend across the New York City area.

Hallmark Channel's 'Countdown to Christmas' movie lineup released

Hallmark Channel lists 31 movies that will air on “Countdown to Christmas” and another nine that will run on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries’ “Miracles of Christmas.”

Katy Perry sells music catalog for $225 million

On Monday, the company announced that the deal would include Perry's five studio albums that she recorded for Capitol Records between 2008 and 2020. The sale is worth $225 million, according to multiple reports.