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‘Reparations now’: King and Burnham face protests at Antigua Commonwealth summit
King Charles and UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham face reparations protests at the Commonwealth summit in Antigua next week, with demonstrators demanding apologies and compensation for transatlantic slavery.
Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed puts ministers through military training
Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed has subjected cabinet ministers and senior government officials to military training at a military facility, citing the need for stronger leadership and national development.
Can the new federal voucher program help public schools? Democrats are torn
Democrats face a difficult decision on a new federal voucher program offering tax credits for education donations, with potential benefits for public schools but concerns about funding being diverted to private institutions.
5 Things to Know About Work Colleges
Nine federally recognized work colleges integrate paid labor into their educational models, helping low-income students graduate with reduced or eliminated debt while gaining practical work experience and skills.
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Cheryl Hall obituary
Cheryl Hall, actor best known for 1970s sitcom roles including Citizen Smith, has died aged 76. She appeared in nearly 100 television parts across 40 years.
Ian Crafford, Film Editor on ‘Hope and Glory’ and ‘Field of Dreams,’ Dies at 82
Ian Crafford, British film editor known for Monty Python and the Holy Grail, Never Say Never Again, and Field of Dreams, has died at 82.
Locarno Takeaways: A Charming Olivia Wilde, Navigating an Industry Crunch and One Reason Why There Should Be More Women Filmmakers
The Locarno Film Festival highlighted international co-production and venture capital investment as solutions to contracting traditional film finance, while noting films by women generate better returns when produced.
Kathie Hoops, Longtime Financial Executive at Paramount, Dies at 66
Kathie Hoops, a financial executive who spent nearly four decades at Paramount Pictures managing residual payments, has died at 66 following a battle with cancer.
After the YA Drama ‘Sterling Point’ Topped the Prime Video Charts, What’s Next for LuckyChap TV?
The YA drama “Sterling Point” debuted on Prime Video on Aug. 5 and became the most-watched show worldwide on the platform, marking a significant success for producer LuckyChap TV.
‘Stuart Fails to Save the Universe’ Renewed for Second Season at HBO Max
HBO Max has renewed the Big Bang Theory spinoff ‘Stuart Fails to Save the Universe’ for a second season, four weeks into its first season debut.
Black Women Earned Record Emmy Directing Noms as Asian Auteurs Made Gains. Will Wins Follow?
Black women earned a record five Emmy directing nominations this cycle, though few have won in drama categories. Asian American directors also made gains, with potential historic wins possible.
Director Paul Wright Pushes George MacKay to the Edge in ‘Mission’: ‘How Do You Feel Something When You’ve Been Numbed to the Modern World?’
Scottish director Paul Wright’s “Mission” stars George MacKay as an alienated man seeking extreme experiences to escape disconnection, premiering at Edinburgh International Film Festival in competition.
‘Deli Boys’ Canceled After Two Seasons on Hulu
Hulu has canceled the crime dramedy Deli Boys after two seasons, citing insufficient viewership for the second season despite positive critical reception.
Frankie Valli Denies News Reports He Has Retired, Disavowing Brother’s Statement
Frankie Valli has denied reports that he retired, with his representative and the 92-year-old performer issuing statements contradicting a claim made by his younger brother on social media.
Grammys May Reconsider New Asian Pop Award After BTS Withdrawal: ‘Some Artists Feel This Category Isn’t Representing the Music They Create’
The Grammy Awards is reconsidering its newly announced Asian pop category after BTS declined to submit for the 2027 awards, citing concerns the category doesn’t represent their music appropriately.
Millions in Great Britain could face emergency power cuts at short notice
Great Britain’s electricity system operator gains new powers to impose rolling blackouts with as little as eight hours’ notice to prevent widespread power system collapse during supply shortages.