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K-pop rock band ONEWE is preparing to take fans on a new musical journey with the imminent release of their fourth mini-album, ‘Maze: Ad Astra’. On October 6 at midnight KST, the RBW group shared the main artwork for the EP, offering a first glimpse into the concept and visual theme for this highly anticipated comeback. The newly released cover artwork features a gradient blue-and-white maze, symbolizing a journey through emotions, challenges, and self-discovery....

Palworld burst onto screens in January 2024 as an early access smash, blending creature collection with survival crafting and firearms in a way that hooked millions fast. It rocketed to over two million peak players on Steam alone, outselling big titles like God of War in days and hitting 32 million total players across platforms by early 2025. Pocketpair, a small Japanese studio, rode this wave through constant updates: raids in version 0....

Paramount Skydance, the new media conglomerate formed by the merger of Paramount and Skydance and the parent company of CBS News, has taken a bold step by appointing journalist Bari Weiss as editor-in-chief of CBS News. Alongside this move, Paramount acquired Weiss’s digital media startup, The Free Press, for a reported $150 million, folding the contrarian outlet into its growing news portfolio. Weiss, a former opinion editor at The New York Times and founder of The Free Press in 2021, brings a center-right voice known for challenging progressive orthodoxies....

“Rental Family,” directed by Hikari and starring Brendan Fraser, centers on Phillip, a struggling American actor in Tokyo who takes a surprising job at a rental family agency. In Japan, these agencies offer clients actors to pose as family members or friends, filling emotional gaps in fragmented lives. What starts as a simple gig evolves into an emotional journey as Phillip becomes deeply involved in the lives of those he serves....

While Erin Foster’s show Nobody Wants This features Kristen Bell and Adam Brody, it did not attract much attention before it premiered. However, weeks after its debut, the romantic comedy series is getting high ratings on Rotten Tomatoes and has made it to Netflix’s Top 10. The show tells the story of Joanne (played by Bell), who is a podcaster discussing her tough relationships, and Noah (played by Brody), who is a devoted rabbi experiencing a breakup....

SHINee’s Onew has officially announced his highly anticipated solo comeback! On December 8, 2024, Onew shared details about his upcoming return to the music scene, revealing that he will be releasing a pre-release single titled “Mansae” (literal Korean title) on December 12 at 6 p.m. KST. This single will serve as the first taste of his upcoming solo EP, which is set to be released in January 2025. Onew, known for his soothing vocals and charismatic stage presence, has already teased fans with a playful and engaging teaser for “Mansae,” sparking excitement for the upcoming track....

This is stripped-down sci-fi: humanity lives in a colossal underground silo with no memory of why they’re there. Juliette, a savvy and relentless engineer, digs into a murder and uncovers truths that could shatter everything. Tonari Animation, the US-based outsourcing studio that contributed to anime like One Piece, Black Clover, Spy × Family, and My Hero Academia, has officially announced its closure. The studio, which was in operation for four years, attributed its shutdown to financial challenges and market pressures, according to an official statement by founder Jarrett Martin on X/Twitter....

Solo Leveling, one of the most anticipated anime adaptations, is making a big return with a new movie event that offers fans a preview of Season 2. Solo Leveling -ReAwakening- is set to hit theaters in the United States and Canada on December 6, with a release date locked for the previous week in Korea on November 28 and in Japan on November 29. This special theatrical event comes courtesy of Crunchyroll and Sony Pictures Entertainment, and it promises to bring new excitement to the franchise by offering fans a cinematic experience of what’s next for Sung Jinwoo....

Fans of solo artist Soojin have received unfortunate news regarding her planned fan meeting in China. The “2025 Soojin Fan Meeting ‘Meet You’ in Shanghai,” which was scheduled to take place on November 15, 2025, has been officially canceled. The announcement was made by Soojin’s agency, BRD Entertainment, through a statement posted on their official social media account on November 9, 2025. Agency’s Official Statement BRD Entertainment cited a general reason for the cancellation, stating it was “due to local circumstances in China as well as other inevitable factors....

Since 2016, Spotify has faced scrutiny amid reports that the platform commissions tracks under pseudonymous or outright fabricated artist names. Publications such as Music Business Worldwide and Vulture Magazine allege that this strategy allows Spotify to feature music on its curated playlists at a significantly lower royalty cost than what they pay traditional recording artists. Internal sources indicate a network of production companies creates these tracks, labeled as “fake artists,” which populate popular genre and mood-based playlists like chill, ambient, and piano music....

A bold white-and-blue banner streaked across the California skies on October 23, 2025, its message clear: #SaveTheHuntForBenSolo. Piloted over Disney Studios, this act reflected a groundswell movement echoing the historic #ReleaseTheSnyderCut campaign, which led to Warner Bros. eventually restoring Zack Snyder’s vision for Justice League.​ In the same spirit, Star Wars devotees, frustrated by the cancellation of “The Hunt for Ben Solo,” are now making visible, noisy demands for reconsideration. Collider reported on the banner stunt live, interviewing organizer Lianna Al Allaf....

After several years of mysteries, supernatural forces, and intense personal stories, Stranger Things Season 5 has brought the story to a close with a finale that is both emotional and action-packed. The ending ties together events that have stretched across the previous seasons, providing clarity to questions that viewers have carried since the series first began. While the earlier seasons focused on character development, relationships, and the eerie presence of the Upside Down, the final chapter brings everything full circle with a carefully staged conclusion that builds upon all the progress made over the years....

Anime has undeniably become a cultural powerhouse, influencing everything from fashion to global entertainment. But what about its impact on education? College students—often at the heart of today’s anime craze—are beginning to see how their favorite shows and characters can intersect with their academic lives. The fascinating world of anime offers much more than entertainment; it inspires learning and ignites creativity in ways that students can apply to their schoolwork....

The sun rises over the wide Fijian sea, casting a warm glow on the calm waters. Waves gently roll onto the pristine white sandy beach, the sound of their movement harmonizing with the soft rustling of palm trees. The beauty of the view hides the immense hardships that are about to unfold. Somewhere in the distance, the familiar voice of Jeff Probst rings out, signaling the return of a show that fans have eagerly been waiting for: Survivor....

In a moment that fans have been eagerly awaiting for years, Huening Kai, the youngest member of the global K-pop sensation TOMORROW X TOGETHER (TXT), officially launched his personal Instagram account on December 22, 2025. This milestone is particularly significant as it marks the completion of the group’s individual social media presence; Huening Kai was the fifth and final member of TXT to open a solo account, following in the footsteps of Yeonjun, Soobin, Beomgyu, and Taehyun....

The Big Chill is a comedy-drama movie that was released more than 35 years ago, on September 30, 1983. The movie revolves around a group of friends who meet at a funeral after a very long time. The filming locations in the movie are quite exquisite and rich as they set well with the plot of the movie and complement the background of the characters as well. The Big Chill has a cast that comprises some big names in the Hollywood industry like Tom Berenger (Sam), who is famous for his roles in movies like Inception (Browning) and The Major League (Jake Taylor), Glenn Close (Sarah), who is famous for her roles in movies like 101 & 102 Dalmations (Cruella DeVil) and Air Force One (Vice President Kathryn Bennett), and Jeff Goldblum (Michael) who is famous for his roles in movies like the Jurassic Park series (Malcolm) and Independence Day (David Levinson)....

The Chosen is now a franchise. The popular series is growing with its own cinematic Bible Universe. Several new projects are in development. Show creator Dallas Jenkins has started a new indie production company called 5&2 Studios. This studio will help create new Bible-inspired stories through genuine storytelling and audience involvement. The initial projects include a spin-off series about the Acts of the Apostles, an animated series, an unscripted show with Bear Grylls, a three-season retelling of Moses’s story, and an eight-episode series on Joseph....

You gotta love the in-laws. Or maybe you don’t. Brandy Norwood’s Belinda experiences this firsthand in the new horror film, The Front Room, directed by Max and Sam Eggers. The film, produced by A24, tells the story of Belinda, an expectant mother whose peaceful life is disrupted when her elderly mother-in-law, Solange (played by Kathryn Hunter), moves in. As Belinda prepares to give birth, she faces a power struggle with the very religious Solange....

Derek Cianfrance’s The Place Beyond the Pines is a layered narrative that examines the profound effects of individual decisions across generations. Released in 2012, the film features Ryan Gosling as Luke (a motorcycle stunt rider turned bank robber) and Bradley Cooper as Avery Cross, a cop whose life intersects tragically and unexpectedly with Luke’s. The story is told through three distinct chapters, each focusing on different characters but intricately connected by their actions and the legacies they leave behind....

The Walking Dead has officially ended after 12 long years, with 11 thrilling seasons that entertained fans and critics alike. Although there were several spin-offs featuring many beloved characters, the main show finally said its goodbye on AMC. The series was known for bringing something new to television, with its gripping storyline, unforgettable characters, and a large number of intense walker (zombie) encounters. Over its 11 seasons, viewers witnessed numerous cast changes, shocking deaths, relationships forming and breaking, and an impressive number of walkers being eliminated in brutal and creative ways....