CES 2025 is set to be a hub for big discussions and big names in the entertainment world. Variety is bringing two full days of talks and insights to the event, happening at C Space in The Aria. The first day, January 7, will focus on the future of entertainment, with leaders and innovators sharing their thoughts on what's next for the industry. The second day, Janua...
The UK is taking a tough new stance on asylum seekers, aiming to control a heated immigration debate. Prime Minister Keir Starmer's government is introducing strict rules that will delay permanent residency for refugees to 20 years, up from the current five. This means refugees will face regular checks and could be sent back if their home countries are considered saf...
The Screen Actors Guild Awards is changing its name to The Actor Awards. This shift highlights the focus on actors, as the trophy itself is called "The Actor. " The change aims to make the show's purpose clearer to a global audience. The rebranding was announced ahead of the 32nd ceremony, scheduled for 1 March 2026. The executive producer, Jon Brockett, explained t...
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony in Los Angeles was a night filled with music, emotion, and surprises. The event celebrated legendary artists like OutKast, the White Stripes, and Cyndi Lauper, but not everything went as planned. Meg White of the White Stripes was a no-show, and OutKast only gave a speech instead of performing. Despite these setbacks,...
MSNBC is making a big change. It's dropping its old name and becoming MS NOW. This shift is happening because Comcast split its cable stuff into a new company called Versant. The big bosses wanted to make MSNBC stand alone, away from NBC News. Some people think this is a risky move. Sunny Bonnell, a branding expert, says changing a well-known name like MSNBC is a bi...
Apple has rolled out iOS 26. 1, bringing a mix of new features and tweaks to iPhones. One standout addition is the Liquid Glass toggle, which lets users switch between clear and tinted backgrounds for notifications and tab bars. This option is tucked away in the Display & Brightness settings, joining other accessibility features like increased contrast and reduced tr...
Louisville's City Council had a packed meeting last week, tackling everything from airport upgrades to tech refreshes. The night kicked off with a quick check-in on old business, specifically those blighted properties that have been a thorn in the city's side. Progress is slow, but it's happening. The big-ticket item was the airport's runway resurfacing project. The...
eXp Realty, a major player in the real estate industry, has launched a new division called eXp Sports & Entertainment. This division is part of their Luxury platform and aims to serve high-profile clients in sports and entertainment. The move comes as a response to agents looking to tap into these lucrative markets. The new division offers agents specialized trainin...
A simple family recipe turned into a thriving business for Nikki Ashkar and her husband Mike. It all began with a batch of cinnamon buns inspired by Nikki's grandmother. Little did they know, this humble start would lead to a million-dollar venture. Today, their business, Mav's Top Buns, is a well-known name in New Jersey, selling over half a million cinnamon buns. ...
This week, there's a lot to dive into if you're looking for new entertainment. Let's start with the movies. Kathryn Bigelow's "A House of Dynamite" is a tense thriller about a nuclear missile heading towards Chicago. It's a real-time drama with a star-studded cast, but it might lose some steam as it goes along. If you're into family stories, Ben Stiller's "Stiller & ...