The event opened with a nod to a local actress who first appeared on stage in 1972’s “Godspell. ” She later earned a Tony and an Emmy, showing how early roles can open doors in both Broadway and Hollywood. A writer who transformed her romance novels into a hit series about gay hockey players was
Ken Leung’s role as Eric in HBO’s “Industry” shows a man stepping into a world that feels foreign. The show follows a group of young outsiders—different races, backgrounds and ambitions—trying to survive in London’s elite finance scene. Leung explains that he had to claim ownership of the character
New York City is packed with people, buildings, and noise. But beneath that concrete jungle, tiny creatures are hiding in plain sight. Scientists think the city might be home to hundreds or even thousands of unknown insect species. Not giant animals like pigeons or squirrels—but small flies, wasps,
Deep in the Galápagos waters lives a small blue octopus most people have never seen. It’s so tiny it fits in the space between a person’s palm and middle finger. Scientists first spotted this creature in 2015 using a robot camera diving about a mile and a half below the surface. The creature captur
Studies show that about one in four high‑school students in the U. S. are bullied by classmates. The new research looks specifically at bullying that targets people because of their race, ethnicity, country of origin or religion. It also asks whether a school’s mix of different groups and its loca
The Canadian film and TV scene has grown into a global force, thanks to a group of women who steer budgets, talent and stories. They work in every layer: from federal agencies that fund projects to studios that bring Hollywood productions north, and from festival organizers who showcase local work t
In the forests of Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park, steep ridges and thick mist often hide mountain gorillas from human eyes. Scientists used to rely on camera traps and ranger patrols to track these endangered animals, but rugged terrain and security risks in the border area made this difficult. No
Netflix Brazil just dropped five shiny new titles, proving it’s not just about rewatching old favorites anymore. From medical school chaos to an Arctic adventure, the lineup mixes familiar Brazilian flavors with fresh storytelling. Clara Moneke headlines "Med, " a hospital drama diving into the mess
Tidal wetlands, the green lungs along coastlines, play a huge role in keeping ecosystems balanced. They give homes to many species, shield shorelines from floods, lock away carbon, and clean the water that flows through them. But people’s activities and a warming planet are shrinking these vital
In a recent gathering in Atlanta, two former top diversity officials talked about why companies should keep working on diverse and fair workplaces. They explained that the word “DEI” has become a hot topic, but the real goal is to help businesses thrive. One speaker said that the label can be
