Key Oscar moments: Paul Thomas Anderson and Amy Madigan wins, outstanding songs and sad goodbyes
Read full article: Key Oscar moments: Paul Thomas Anderson and Amy Madigan wins, outstanding songs and sad goodbyesPaul Thomas Anderson won big at the Oscars with “One Battle After Another” but “Sinners” also landed major wins.
Politically charged awards season ends with some at Oscars advocating for peace in Gaza
Read full article: Politically charged awards season ends with some at Oscars advocating for peace in GazaA few artists at Hollywood's biggest night protested more than just the Trump administration’s immigration policies.
'KPop Demon Hunters,' 'Sinners' and more: Oscars choreographer Mandy Moore breaks down the show
Read full article: 'KPop Demon Hunters,' 'Sinners' and more: Oscars choreographer Mandy Moore breaks down the showMeet the woman behind the 2026 Academy Awards' star-studded performances, choreographer Mandy Moore.
Paul Thomas Anderson wins best director Oscar for ‘One Battle After Another,' claiming 3 awards
Read full article: Paul Thomas Anderson wins best director Oscar for ‘One Battle After Another,' claiming 3 awardsPaul Thomas Anderson has won his first Oscar for best director, and it comes for his new film “One Battle After Another.”.
Autumn Durald Arkapaw becomes first woman to win an Oscar for cinematography
Read full article: Autumn Durald Arkapaw becomes first woman to win an Oscar for cinematographyAutumn Durald Arkapaw has made Oscars history by winning best cinematography for “Sinners,” becoming the first woman to take the prize.
Billy Crystal and Barbra Streisand lead an emotional and expanded Oscars in memoriam
Read full article: Billy Crystal and Barbra Streisand lead an emotional and expanded Oscars in memoriamThe in memoriam at the Oscars honoring those in the film industry who have died spotlighted Rob Reiner and Robert Redford with personal tributes from Billy Crystal and Barbra Streisand.
'Golden' from 'KPop Demon Hunters' wins Oscar for best original song. 'Sinners' wins best score
Read full article: 'Golden' from 'KPop Demon Hunters' wins Oscar for best original song. 'Sinners' wins best score“Golden,” from the massively popular animated film “KPop Demon Hunters,” won original song at Sunday’s Oscars.
Cassandra Kulukundis wins inaugural casting Oscar, for ‘One Battle After Another’
Read full article: Cassandra Kulukundis wins inaugural casting Oscar, for ‘One Battle After Another’“One Battle After Another” has claimed the first-ever Oscar recognizing casting, with the award going to casting director Cassandra Kulukundis.
Amy Madigan wins Oscar for best supporting actress in ‘Weapons,’ 40 years after last nomination
Read full article: Amy Madigan wins Oscar for best supporting actress in ‘Weapons,’ 40 years after last nominationAmy Madigan has won the Academy Award for best supporting actress for her role in the supernatural thriller “Weapons.”.
Prince William shares a post remembering his late mother Princess Diana on UK Mother's Day
Read full article: Prince William shares a post remembering his late mother Princess Diana on UK Mother's DayPrince William has shared a message honoring his late mother Princess Diana to mark Mother's Day in the U_K_ On Sunday, he posted on Instagram that he remembers his mother “today and every day.”.
A media-rating company says a Trump agency is threatening its livelihood
Read full article: A media-rating company says a Trump agency is threatening its livelihoodA company that evaluates news outlets and websites to see which produce reliable journalism says it's under attack by the Trump administration.
Stars pack the Polo Lounge for Chanel and Charles Finch’s 17th pre-Oscar dinner
Read full article: Stars pack the Polo Lounge for Chanel and Charles Finch’s 17th pre-Oscar dinnerChanel and producer Charles Finch host a star-packed pre-Oscar dinner at the Polo Lounge, mixing Hollywood buzz with a pitch for supporting filmmakers.
Counterespionage thriller is first Chinese movie to get backing of intelligence agency
Read full article: Counterespionage thriller is first Chinese movie to get backing of intelligence agencyA new action movie by acclaimed Chinese director Zhang Yimou has the distinction of being produced with the backing of the Ministry of State Security.
'One Battle After Another' triumphs at 98th Academy Awards in coronation for Paul Thomas Anderson
Read full article: 'One Battle After Another' triumphs at 98th Academy Awards in coronation for Paul Thomas AndersonPaul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another” has been crowned best picture at the 98th Academy Awards.
A seat at the table, but no vote yet for a Democratic lawmaker in the Kennedy Center board showdown
Read full article: A seat at the table, but no vote yet for a Democratic lawmaker in the Kennedy Center board showdownA federal judge says a Democratic lawmaker is entitled to participate in a Kennedy Center board meeting to discuss President Donald Trump’s plan to close the performing arts center for two years of renovations.
Out of the frying pan? Noma’s Rene Redzepi resigns, and fine dining confronts 'brigade' culture
Read full article: Out of the frying pan? Noma’s Rene Redzepi resigns, and fine dining confronts 'brigade' cultureThe downfall of the world's top chef has raised questions about whether time is up for the storied bullying and abuse of fine dining kitchens.
Live Nation, Ticketmaster trial to resume after 7 states join a Justice Department settlement
Read full article: Live Nation, Ticketmaster trial to resume after 7 states join a Justice Department settlementMore than 30 states will resume their antitrust trial against Live Nation and Ticketmaster on Monday after negotiations this week failed to result in many states joining a tentative settlement reached by the Justice Department.
What to Stream: BTS, 'The Immortal Man,' a new 'Peaky Blinders' movie, Luke Combs and Crimson Desert
Read full article: What to Stream: BTS, 'The Immortal Man,' a new 'Peaky Blinders' movie, Luke Combs and Crimson DesertElisabeth Moss, Kerry Washington and Kate Mara teaming up to star in a new psychological thriller for Apple TV called “Imperfect Women” and fresh music from both BTS and Luke Combs are some of the new television, films, music and games headed to a device near you.
German museum celebrates famed Japanese artist Kusama in vast new exhibit
Read full article: German museum celebrates famed Japanese artist Kusama in vast new exhibitThe renowned Museum Ludwig in Germany is celebrating its 50th anniversary by opening a nearly five-month exhibit with more than 300 works of the famed Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama.
Two long-lost episodes of 'Doctor Who' have been found. Fans will soon be able to watch them
Read full article: Two long-lost episodes of 'Doctor Who' have been found. Fans will soon be able to watch themA film charity has uncovered two episodes of sci-fi series “Doctor Who” that were long believed lost.
5 indelible photos from Hollywood's awards season, and the stories behind them
Read full article: 5 indelible photos from Hollywood's awards season, and the stories behind themAs a staff photojournalist for The Associated Press based in Los Angeles, Chris Pizzello covers hundreds of entertainment events a year.
Wrexham celebrity owners on commentary duty to mark five years since takeover
Read full article: Wrexham celebrity owners on commentary duty to mark five years since takeoverWrexham’s celebrity owners are swapping the boardroom for the commentary booth to mark five years since their game-changing takeover of the Welsh soccer club.
Trump administration denounces CNN for airing messages from Iranian leaders
Read full article: Trump administration denounces CNN for airing messages from Iranian leadersThe Trump administration is denouncing CNN for airing a portion of the new Iranian supreme leader's first public statement since he got the job.
Live Nation employee mocks customers as 'so stupid' in internal messages released in court case
Read full article: Live Nation employee mocks customers as 'so stupid' in internal messages released in court caseNewly revealed incendiary messages in which a Live Nation employee mocks customers as “so stupid” and says the company is “robbing them blind, baby” are gaining public attention during an ongoing antitrust trial.
What the Live Nation settlement would mean for concertgoers — and why some say it isn't enough
Read full article: What the Live Nation settlement would mean for concertgoers — and why some say it isn't enoughLive Nation and the U.S. government struck a deal this week that they say would give artists and venues more choice when it comes selling concert tickets to music fans.
A wooden holztrompete joins the Met’s new 'Tristan und Isolde' production
Read full article: A wooden holztrompete joins the Met’s new 'Tristan und Isolde' productionA new Met Opera production of “Tristan und Isolde” uses Wagner’s rare wooden horn, the holztrompete, for a key offstage moment.
PWHL to reach national US TV audience with Scripps Sports to broadcast neutral site game in Detroit
Read full article: PWHL to reach national US TV audience with Scripps Sports to broadcast neutral site game in DetroitThe Professional Women’s Hockey League is coming to a TV set near you in the United States.
Morrissey calls off concert in Spain after local festivities deprived him of sleep
Read full article: Morrissey calls off concert in Spain after local festivities deprived him of sleepBritish rock star Morrissey won’t perform a concert in Valencia after festivities in the Spanish city kept him from getting a proper night’s rest.
Celebrity chef René Redzepi resigns from iconic Danish restaurant Noma after abuse allegations
Read full article: Celebrity chef René Redzepi resigns from iconic Danish restaurant Noma after abuse allegationsRené Redzepi has stepped down from his post at the iconic Danish restaurant Noma following allegations of abuse and assault at the Copenhagen landmark.
AP Exclusive: Smithsonian museum will revamp its slavery exhibit after artifact loan runs out
Read full article: AP Exclusive: Smithsonian museum will revamp its slavery exhibit after artifact loan runs outThe National Museum of African American History and Culture is removing a rare slave ship timber from its “Slavery and Freedom” exhibit and returning it to South Africa.
Q&A: Shakira says she feels like she's just getting started. A Rock Hall nomination begs to differ
Read full article: Q&A: Shakira says she feels like she's just getting started. A Rock Hall nomination begs to differShakira says her new world tour is turning lifelong dreams into reality as she sets attendance records and earns major recognition.
Jill Biden opens up in memoir about Joe Biden's decision to end his 2024 reelection bid
Read full article: Jill Biden opens up in memoir about Joe Biden's decision to end his 2024 reelection bidJill Biden says she wants to “set the record straight” as she breaks her silence about Joe Biden’s decision to end his 2024 presidential reelection bid under pressure from Democrats who were concerned about his age and viability against Republican Donald Trump.
Ken Follett's next epic heads to Victorian Britain, where strict morals meet secret passions
Read full article: Ken Follett's next epic heads to Victorian Britain, where strict morals meet secret passionsKen Follett’s next historical epic is a story of forbidden romance set during a time of official propriety, the Victorian age.
The countdown is on for the 98th Oscars, with Conan O’Brien back and a 'moving' in memoriam
Read full article: The countdown is on for the 98th Oscars, with Conan O’Brien back and a 'moving' in memoriamThe Oscars team says the 98th Academy Awards aims to feel warm, tight and built for both the room and viewers at home.
Prosecutor says Rihanna, A$AP Rocky, 3 kids were home when woman charged with attempted murder fired
Read full article: Prosecutor says Rihanna, A$AP Rocky, 3 kids were home when woman charged with attempted murder firedAuthorities say a Florida woman has been charged with attempted murder and other felonies over gunshots fired at Rihanna's Los Angeles home last weekend.
Italy buys Caravaggio painting for about $35 million, one of its largest payouts for a single work
Read full article: Italy buys Caravaggio painting for about $35 million, one of its largest payouts for a single workItaly's Culture Ministry says the government has bought a rare portrait by baroque painter Caravaggio for 30 million euros, one of the largest investments ever for a single artwork.
Gustavo Dudamel's tenure as New York Philharmonic music director opens at Radio City Music Hall
Read full article: Gustavo Dudamel's tenure as New York Philharmonic music director opens at Radio City Music HallGustavo Dudamel starts a new era as music director of the New York Philharmonic in September, and he wants it to feel bold and modern.
White House war promo videos marry action movies, sports and video games to real-life combat footage
Read full article: White House war promo videos marry action movies, sports and video games to real-life combat footageThrough its social media feed, the White House has sent out a series of pumped-up videos that mix real Iran war explosions with movie action heroes, video game footage and sports heroes.
Tommy DeCarlo, who became longtime singer of Boston after a Myspace tribute, dies at 60
Read full article: Tommy DeCarlo, who became longtime singer of Boston after a Myspace tribute, dies at 60Tommy DeCarlo, who sang with the band Boston for nearly 20 years after posting a Myspace tribute to the band’s original singer, has died at 60.
Director Mendonça Filho of 'The Secret Agent' reflects on memory and success of Brazilian cinema
Read full article: Director Mendonça Filho of 'The Secret Agent' reflects on memory and success of Brazilian cinemaBrazilian thriller “The Secret Agent” has grabbed Oscars attention with nominations for best international film and best picture.
Stars hit Paris runways, but fall’s real trend was dressing for hard times — and real life
Read full article: Stars hit Paris runways, but fall’s real trend was dressing for hard times — and real lifeParis Fashion Week shows designers resetting big brands with clothes that match a tense, noisy world.
Justice Department and Live Nation reach settlement over illegal monopoly case
Read full article: Justice Department and Live Nation reach settlement over illegal monopoly caseThe Justice Department says it's reached a settlement in its antitrust lawsuit against Ticketmaster and its parent company, California-based Live Nation Entertainment that will benefit consumers by letting competitors play a role in ticket sales and force Live Nation to give up control of 13 amphitheaters.
Fox News apologizes for showing old video of a hatless Donald Trump at a dignified transfer ceremony
Read full article: Fox News apologizes for showing old video of a hatless Donald Trump at a dignified transfer ceremonyFox News has apologized for airing old video of a hatless President Donald Trump at a dignified transfer ceremony as part of its coverage.
'Country' Joe McDonald, '60s rock star, proud protest counterculture icon, dies at 84
Read full article: 'Country' Joe McDonald, '60s rock star, proud protest counterculture icon, dies at 84“Country” Joe McDonald, a hippie rock star of the 1960s whose “I-Feel-Like-I’m-Fixin’-To-Die Rag” was a four-lettered rebuke to the Vietnam War that became an anthem for protesters and a highlight of the Woodstock music festival, died Sunday at 84.
Pixar’s ‘Hoppers’ bounds to No. 1 as Warner Bros.' ‘The Bride!’ is on life support
Read full article: Pixar’s ‘Hoppers’ bounds to No. 1 as Warner Bros.' ‘The Bride!’ is on life supportDisney and Pixar’s new film “Hoppers” is leading the North American box office with a strong debut, while Warner Bros.
Federal judge rules Trump administration's actions to dismantle Voice of America are illegal
Read full article: Federal judge rules Trump administration's actions to dismantle Voice of America are illegalA federal judge has ruled that the Trump administration's actions to dismantle the Voice of America over the past year are illegal.
Woman sues author Amy Griffin, saying her memoir 'The Tell' stole stories of sexual abuse
Read full article: Woman sues author Amy Griffin, saying her memoir 'The Tell' stole stories of sexual abuseA woman has sued memoir author Amy Griffin, saying Griffin stole descriptions of childhood sexual abuse from incidents in her life.
Kennedy Center exodus continues as National Symphony director Jean Davidson heads to the Wallis
Read full article: Kennedy Center exodus continues as National Symphony director Jean Davidson heads to the WallisNational Symphony Orchestra director Jean Davidson has left the Kennedy Center to lead the Wallis Annenberg Center in Los Angeles, as turmoil grows under President Donald Trump’s control.
Before his return to the Oscars, Yorgos Lanthimos finds a still moment in Athens
Read full article: Before his return to the Oscars, Yorgos Lanthimos finds a still moment in AthensGreek filmmaker Yorgos Lanthimos has opened a photography exhibition in Athens days before he is due to attend the Academy Awards ceremony in Los Angeles.
Judge weighs New York Times bid to block policy limiting journalists' access to Pentagon
Read full article: Judge weighs New York Times bid to block policy limiting journalists' access to PentagonThe New York Times is urging a federal judge to block a Pentagon policy that has limited access to the building for journalists from many mainstream news outlets.
In Paris fashion, skin is in and celebrities rule the runways
Read full article: In Paris fashion, skin is in and celebrities rule the runwaysParis Fashion Week is delivering a forceful reminder of why it remains a capital of fashion, with blockbuster celebrity front rows, boundary-pushing design and collections that are tackling big ideas about power, craft and the female body.
What to Stream: 'Zootopia 2,' Oscars, Kim Gordon, 'One Piece' and 'Scarpetta'
Read full article: What to Stream: 'Zootopia 2,' Oscars, Kim Gordon, 'One Piece' and 'Scarpetta'Taylor Sheridan’s neo-Western family drama series “The Madison” debuting on Paramount+ and the animated movie smash “Zootopia 2” landing on Disney+ are some of the new television, films, music and games headed to a device near you.
Daryl Hannah issues scathing response to portrayal of her on TV series about Kennedy and Bessette
Read full article: Daryl Hannah issues scathing response to portrayal of her on TV series about Kennedy and BessetteDaryl Hannah has issued a scathing response to the new TV series about John F. Kennedy Jr. and wife Carolyn Bessette.
Is 'Tristan' the hardest opera to stage? This director thinks so, and signed on at the Met
Read full article: Is 'Tristan' the hardest opera to stage? This director thinks so, and signed on at the MetOpera director Yuval Sharon has said that Wagner’s “Tristan und Isolde” is the hardest work in the traditional repertoire to stage.
Hegseth's comments are a reminder that government isn't always eager to show the human cost to war
Read full article: Hegseth's comments are a reminder that government isn't always eager to show the human cost to warDefense Secretary Pete Hegseth has drawn negative attention for his comment that the press has emphasized casualties in the Iran war because it wants to make President Donald Trump look bad.
A Lagos rave rewrites the rules of nightlife, drawing young Nigerians priced out of club culture
Read full article: A Lagos rave rewrites the rules of nightlife, drawing young Nigerians priced out of club cultureNightlife in Nigeria's economic capital Lagos can be very expensive with its table culture where revellers are divided into a multitier system and compelled to buy very expensive drinks.
B2K and Bow Wow's Boys 4 Life Tour is powered by forgiveness and accountability
Read full article: B2K and Bow Wow's Boys 4 Life Tour is powered by forgiveness and accountabilityThe platinum-selling R&B group B2K has reunited for the upcoming Boys 4 Life Tour, and they’re co-headlining with fellow 2000s superstar, Bow Wow.
Oprah and Gayle King hobnob at Chloe's boho blouse-focused Paris fashion show
Read full article: Oprah and Gayle King hobnob at Chloe's boho blouse-focused Paris fashion showOprah Winfrey and her longtime friend Gayle King are among celebrities on the front row at Chloé fashion show at Paris Fashion Week.
Who will win at the Oscars? AP’s film writers make their predictions
Read full article: Who will win at the Oscars? AP’s film writers make their predictionsThe Oscar race has tightened after surprise wins at the Actor Awards, and Associated Press film writers Lindsey Bahr and Jake Coyle say the top prizes now look less settled.
Savannah Guthrie makes offscreen visit to 'Today' show, first since her mother went missing
Read full article: Savannah Guthrie makes offscreen visit to 'Today' show, first since her mother went missingSavannah Guthrie made an off-camera appearance at offices of NBC's “Today” show, her first time back since her mother Nancy went missing from her Arizona home.
Britney Spears arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs
Read full article: Britney Spears arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol and drugsBritney Spears has been arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol near her Southern California home.