Annie Dillard, Pulitzer-winning author, dies at 81

Annie Dillard, the Pulitzer-Prize winning author known for “Pilgrim at Tinker Creek,” “The Maytrees” and other renowned works, has died. 

Robert Kraft says Ed Sheeran asked him to pledge $2 million amid Macklemore controversy

Robert Kraft is pledging $2 million toward humanitarian relief after revealing that Ed Sheeran personally called and asked him to commit the donation. The move comes amid the growing controversy surrounding Macklemore’s removal from Sheeran’s tour.

Microdramas gain massive popularity on TikTok
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Microdramas are ultra-short, vertically filmed scripted series designed for mobile viewing. These fast-paced episodes use dramatic cliffhangers and intense storylines to drive high viewer engagement on TikTok.

4 acts drop out of Ed Sheeran’s tour in solidarity with rapper Macklemore

Ed Sheeran’s tour is facing a wave of departures after four supporting acts pulled out in solidarity with Macklemore, following the rapper’s removal over his pro-Palestinian remarks.

Kenny Chesney to kick off 2027 stadium tour in Tampa

Country music icon Kenny Chesney is returning to stadium stages for his 19-market Original Vibe Room Tour 2027, kicking off April 24 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa. 

Bob Mackie, legendary fashion designer, dies at 87

Bob Mackie, the fashion designer known for creating iconic looks for celebrities including Cher, Madonna and Marilyn Monroe, died Monday. He was 87.

Hayden Panettiere's possible cause of death revealed: report

Hayden Panettiere’s possible cause of death was revealed on Monday, according to a report. The “Nashville" and “Heroes" star died on August 16.

Macklemore removed from Ed Sheeran's tour after 'free Palestine' speech

Macklemore has been dropped from the remainder of Ed Sheeran’s "Loop" tour following backlash over pro-Palestine remarks the rapper made during a recent opening performance.

Jimmy Kimmel to air Talarico interview on YouTube instead of ABC

Late-night television talk show host Jimmy Kimmel has made the decision to pull an interview with Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico from network TV and air it on YouTube due to pressure from the Federal Communications Commission. 

'South Park' renamed 'South America' to mock Trump's renaming spree

The creators of the long-running animated show "South Park" are renaming the show "South America," aimed at taking a jab at President Donald Trump’s attempt at change the names of several U.S. landmarks. 

New ‘TubiFone’ hotline gives callers movie recommendations based on emotions

Free streaming giant Tubi has launched TubiFone, a hotline for U.S.-based Tubi viewers that recommends movies based on the feeling callers want to experience.

Dolly Parton’s ‘Life of Many Colors Museum’ and ‘Song Teller Hotel’ to open Sept. 29 in Nashville

Dolly Parton fans will soon be able to take a journey of the late global superstar's life "from the top of the mountains to the top of the world" at "Dolly’s Life of Many Colors Museum" and stay at the new "Song Teller Hotel" in Nashville. Both the museum and hotel will open on September 29.

'You Can See Everything' documentary will chronicle Elizabeth Holmes' life in days before prison

The nearly three-hour film titled “You Can See Everything" follows Holmes in the 34 days before she began her federal prison sentence for defrauding investors about her blood-testing start-up company.

Lucas Museum of Narrative Art to open in Los Angeles

The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art will open to the public in Los Angeles on Sept. 22, featuring works by artists including Norman Rockwell, Maxfield Parrish, Frida Kahlo and Andy Warhol.

Jim Thornton fired from ‘Wheel of Fortune’ after disturbing chat allegations, TMZ reports

“Wheel of Fortune" announcer Jim Thornton was fired after Sony Pictures Television Studios investigated alleged messages linked to a chatroom for people with pedophilic thoughts, according to TMZ.

Dollywood adding new features to honor late 'dreamer-in-chief'

Dolly Parton’s famed east Tennessee theme park will debut new features soon to honor the life of its “dreamer-in-chief.”