Seth Meyers Rips CBS at NBCU Upfront, Claims Network Paid Trump Lawsuit
During NBCUniversal’s upfront presentation, host Seth Meyers delivered a scathing monologue aimed at rival network CBS. He suggested that CBS’s “upfront” is a euphemism for the company paying former President Donald Trum...
ABC Orders ‘The Rookie: North’ Spinoff Starring Jay Ellis to Series
ABC has officially ordered a new spinoff of the procedural drama “The Rookie,” titled “The Rookie: North.” The series will star Jay Ellis as Alex Holland, a man whose life changes after a violent home invasion prompts hi...
Gracie Abrams reveals details of upcoming album “Daughter From Hell”
Rolling Stone covers Gracie Abrams’ announcement of her third studio album, “Daughter From Hell”, set for release on July 17. Co‑produced and co‑written with Aaron Dessner, the album will be preceded by the single “Hit t...
How to Stream the American Idol Season 24 Finale Tonight
Rolling Stone provides a guide for viewers to watch the live Season 24 finale of American Idol, where a new winner will be crowned. The article lists the streaming platforms and times for the broadcast on May 11, 2026....
Lenny Henry launches first stand‑up tour in 13 years with “Still at Large”
The Guardian reviews Lenny Henry’s new stand‑up show “Still at Large”, his first touring programme since 2010. The performance blends jokes about Prince, the TV show Tiswas, his Jamaican family and his lengthy career, wh...
Jimmy Kimmel to Air Rerun During Stephen Colbert’s Final Late Show Episode
Rolling Stone reports that Jimmy Kimmel will air a rerun of his show during Stephen Colbert’s final episode of The Late Show, scheduled for May 21. The piece notes that Colbert, who took over the program in 2015, will en...
Study finds theatre streaming boosts, rather than harms, live‑attendance
New research cited by The Guardian shows that services like NT Live and NT at Home are encouraging UK audiences to explore more diverse productions without reducing in‑person theatre visits. The report, published by the ...
Wordle Set for TV Adaptation with Savannah Guthrie as Host
The New York Times' popular word‑guessing game Wordle will be turned into a television quiz show in the UK and US starting next year. Savannah Guthrie has been named the host of the new series, which will adapt the daily...
Royal Opera House urges UK government to free jailed Georgian bass Paata Burchuladze
The Guardian reports that the Royal Opera House has called on British Prime Minister Keir Starmer to intervene on behalf of Paata Burchuladze, the 71‑year‑old Georgian opera star imprisoned for alleged involvement in a c...
John Prine Tribute Concert Planned in Chicago for His 80th Birthday
Rolling Stone announces a major tribute concert in Chicago honoring songwriter John Prine on what would have been his 80th birthday. Performers such as Margo Price, Steve Earle, Amos Lee and Noeline Hofmann are slated to...
Theatre legend Michael Pennington remembered for versatile career
The Guardian commemorates Michael Pennington, highlighting his work with the Royal Shakespeare Company, his co‑founding of a rock‑’n‑roll theatre company and acclaimed performances in Shakespeare, Chekhov and Pinter. The...
Witch Post Release Fantasy‑Infused EP ‘Butterfly’ and Discuss Tour on France 24 Arts24
France 24’s Arts24 music segment features Scottish‑American duo Witch Post, who talk about their sophomore EP “Butterfly,” its supernatural themes, and their current tour. Host Jennifer Ben Brahim conducts the interview,...
English National Opera debuts Pulitzer‑winning ‘Angel’s Bone’ in Manchester
The Guardian details English National Opera’s first new opera at its Manchester base, a production of the Pulitzer‑winning ‘Angel’s Bone’. The piece describes the ambitious staging, including massive lighting rigs and a ...
Irish Rock Band The Cardinals Bring Cork City to Brooklyn
Rolling Stone offers a backstage look at The Cardinals, an Irish rock group praised for their original sound, as they prepare for a performance in Brooklyn. The article highlights the band’s upcoming show and their growi...
Pete Davidson’s Kanye West Joke Sparks Shock at Kevin Hart Roast
Rolling Stone recounts a controversial joke made by Pete Davidson about Kanye West during the Netflix‑aired Kevin Hart roast in Los Angeles. The piece also notes Tom Brady’s surprise cameo, adding to the night’s unexpect...
FKA Twigs Cast as Lead in New Josephine Baker Biopic
Rolling Stone reports that singer‑songwriter FKA Twigs will star in an upcoming film about French‑American entertainer Josephine Baker. The artist describes Baker as a visionary whose story remains relevant today....
Spain, Ireland and Slovenia Pull Eurovision Broadcast Over Israel Participation
Spain, Ireland and Slovenia announced they will not air the Eurovision Song Contest final, protesting Israel's inclusion. Slovenia will replace the broadcast with the documentary series "Voices of Palestine", while Irela...
Ofcom Partially Upholds Complaint Over BBC Panorama Documentary on Chris Kaba
Britain's communications regulator Ofcom has partially upheld a police watchdog's complaint about the BBC's Panorama episode concerning the 2022 killing of Chris Kaba. The decision focuses on specific claims made in the ...
“Albatross” review – climate‑crisis drama mixes science and family tension
The Guardian reviews the play “Albatross”, set at the UEA Drama Studio in Norwich, which follows glaciologist Alice returning from Antarctica to a flooded family home. The drama juxtaposes the urgency of the climate emer...
Bad to the Bone recounts how a Rolling Stones tour sparked their hit song
The Guardian details the hard‑rock band Bad to the Bone’s origins, recalling their blues‑focused early days and the breakthrough moment when touring with the Rolling Stones inspired them to write a catchy original track....