Romania’s ‘Fjord’ Wins Cannes Top Film Prize
Fjord, a drama about a Christian family in Norway by Romanian director Cristian Mungiu, has won the best film prize at the Cannes Film Festival, according to Al Jazeera.
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Cannes Film Festival 2026: ‘Fjord’ Wins Palme d’Or
Cristian Mungiu’s 'Fjord' won the Palme d’Or at the 79th Cannes Film Festival, marking the Romanian director’s second win and the seventh consecutive Palme d’Or for distributor NEON, according to AwardsWatch.
Keke Palmer’s Style and Message in 2026’s ‘I Love Boosters’
Keke Palmer made headlines in 2026 with a series of standout fashion moments at high-profile events, all while promoting the satirical comedy 'I Love Boosters,' a film that critiques consumerism and corporate power.
Stephen Colbert’s ‘Late Show’ Ends with Controversy and Swansong
Stephen Colbert's 'Late Show' concluded its run on May 21, 2026, amid controversy over its cancellation, which CBS called 'purely a financial decision,' while critics suggested political motivations.
Star Wars’ ‘The Mandalorian and Grogu’ draws fans, sparks debate
‘The Mandalorian and Grogu’ brings the popular Disney+ series to the big screen, with Pedro Pascal reprising his role as Din Djarin and sharing his suit with stuntmen and body doubles.
Quinta Brunson to Star and Develop ‘Betty Boop’ Movie
Quinta Brunson will develop and star as Betty Boop in a feature film adaptation, according to Variety.
The Boys series finale: 57 million viewers and brutal deaths
The series finale of 'The Boys' saw 57 million viewers per episode on Amazon Prime Video and featured a climactic showdown with Homelander, according to Amazon. The episode, titled 'Blood and Bone,' concluded the five-season series with multiple character deaths.
Martin Brambach Criticizes MDR’s ‘Tatort’ Cuts
German actors Martin Brambach and Cornelia Gröschel have expressed shock and concern over the MDR's decision to pause the 'Tatort Dresden' and 'Polizeiruf Magdeburg' series for three years due to funding constraints.
Calls for Release of Sierra Leonean Singer Jailed in Free Speech Case
Lawyers, politicians and activists have called for the release of Zainab Sheriff, a Sierra Leonean singer and political opposition figure, who was jailed in April as part of what they say is a government crackdown on free speech.
Tasmanian Government Apologizes for Stolen Body Parts Scandal
The Tasmanian government has issued an apology for a decades-old scandal in which body parts were secretly kept and displayed without family consent, according to the BBC.
Netflix to air Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano on May 16
Netflix will broadcast the highly anticipated MMA match between Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano on May 16, according to Exitoina.
2026 ACM Awards Red Carpet: Best Dressed Country Stars
Country music's biggest names turned heads at the 2026 ACM Awards, with Shania Twain hosting and Megan Moroney leading the most nominations. According to Taste of Country's red carpet coverage.
Lainey Wilson’s 2026 ACM Awards Dress Steals the Spotlight
Lainey Wilson turned heads at the 2026 ACM Awards with her standout red carpet look, according to tasteofcountry.com.
Michael Jackson’s Legacy Surges in Music and Film
A Michael Jackson tribute concert and a biopic titled 'Michael' have reignited global interest in the pop icon. According to Yonhap News, a live performance of Jackson’s greatest hits is set to tour worldwide, while Rotten Tomatoes reports the film 'Michael' reclaimed the No. 1 spot in the U.S. box office.
Moment two fighter jets collide mid-air at US air show
Two US Navy EA18-G jets collided mid-air during an air show in Idaho, with all four crew members safely ejecting before impact, according to officials.