Rex Reed, Caustic Film Critic, Dies at 87
He wrote reviews and Hollywood profiles for five-plus decades, acted in 'Myra Breckinridge' and was a judge on 'The Gong Show.'
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Ainsley Rossitto Named Head of Podcasts at Beehiiv
Creator-media portal beehiiv said it hired Ainsely Rossitto as head of podcasts, a sign that the company, best known, perhaps, for backing newsletters, is eager to tackle other parts of a new wave of influencer-focused platforms. Rossitto had been vice president of digital
Demi Moore Says Hollywood Must ‘Find Ways’ to Work With AI but Is ‘Probably Not’ Doing Enough Regulation: ‘To Fight It Is to Fight’ a ‘Battle We Will Lose’
Demi Moore weighed into the debate surrounding artificial intelligence during the Cannes Film Festival jury press conference on Tuesday, saying that “AI is here” and Hollywood should “find ways in which we can work with it.” Asked by Variety her thoughts on how AI is impacting
Gingrich: Trump faces 'very difficult choice' with Iran war
Former Speaker Newt Gingrich emphasized the stakes of the current state of negotiations between the U.S. and Iran during a Monday interview with Fox News. “I think the president, when he gets back from China, is going to have a very difficult choice,” he said on the network’s
GameStop’s Meme Stock Takeover Attempt Of eBay Ends With A Brutal Rejection
Calling it 'neither credible nor attractive,' eBay's board resoundingly denounces Ryan Cohen's business acumen
Inflation spikes to 3.8 percent in April, higher than expected
The annual inflation rate shot higher in April as the war in Iran drove up energy and food prices, according to data released Tuesday by the Labor Department. The consumer price index (CPI), a popular gauge of inflation, rose 3.8 percent over the past 12 months and 0.6 percent
Hidden Gem: ‘The Meltdown’ Stars a Girl, a Vanished Friend and Secrets Buried Below Snow and Ice
The mystery drama and sophomore feature of Chilean actress-turned-director Manuela Martelli, about a 9-year-old, played by "a real warrior," premieres in Cannes' Un Certain Regard.
‘Up to No Good’ First Look: Glenn Close Turns Elderly Killer in Channel 4 Drama as Richard E. Grant Among Names Rounding Out Cast (EXCLUSIVE)
She may look like an old lady dressed in her furs, but be warned … she’s deadly. The first look at Glenn Close as an elderly killer in Channel 4 series “Up to No Good” has been revealed, showing the eight-time Oscar nominee ready to cause havoc on the streets of London. First
Graham: Report on Pakistan-Iran cooperation cause for 'complete reevaluation' of mediator role
Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) on Monday said reporting that suggests Pakistan is cooperating with Iran opens the door for a "complete reevaluation" of its mediator role amid peace talks between the Trump administration and Tehran. CBS News reported that Pakistan has allowed
Instruments of the Silk Road: preserving sound and tradition
From workshops to oral traditions, music continues to connect generations through instruments, performance and cultural heritage.
These are the most beautiful new hotels in Europe, according to Prix Versailles
Of the 16 global properties selected for the architectural award, seven are on the continent.
Iran says US must accept peace plan or face 'failure'
Iran's chief negotiator said Tuesday that Washington must accept Tehran's latest peace plan or face failure, after US President Donald Trump warned the truce in the Middle East war was on the brink of collapse. The war, which erupted more than two months ago with US-Israeli
Tribeca Festival games list includes 12 most anticipated new games
The dozen 2026 nominees include Remedy Entertainment's anticipated sequel, as well as buzzy indies like There Are No Ghosts At The Grand
Two proteins, one goal: New findings on stem cell differentiation
Stem cells are the original cell type from which all other cells and tissues in the body develop through a very tightly regulated process. However, how stem cells differentiate in addition to gene-control systems, such as canonical REST repression, which prevents gene
Blackberries reveal single genetic switch for first-year fruiting, speeding new varieties
Lifting a veil of uncertainty in blackberry genetics, a national team of horticulture scientists have discovered evidence pointing to the single genetic region that controls primocane-fruiting, or the ability to flower and fruit on first-year canes.
Helado Negro and Reyna Tropical Fuse Sounds for Collaborative Album ‘Helado Tropical’
The artists share "Tocando" and its accompanying video ahead of the LP
FLO on Inspiration Behind Upcoming Album ‘Therapy at the Club’: ‘We’re Very Big On Female Pop and R&B’
Formed in 2019, British girl group FLO has spent the better half of a decade occupying the intersection between R&B and pop music. Early hits like “Cardboard Box” led to their steady rise to fame, as they began making talk show appearances and kicked off a tour spanning both
Anaïs Demoustier Is Hoping for Laughs With Cannes Opener ‘The Electric Kiss’
The French star returns to Cannes with a Pierre Salvadori’s frothy period rom-com, playing a fake clairvoyant in 1920s Paris.
AI is reshaping the labor market, but not how people think
The labor market impact of AI is no longer hypothetical — it is already sorting workers, tasks and opportunities in real time. The organizations that respond best will be the ones that protect the pipeline of human judgment before it thins out beneath them.
US inflation jumps to 3.8% as energy costs surge from Iran war
The key measure of US inflation rose in April to its highest level since May 2023 as consumers feel the impact of the Iran war.
Africa: Airtel Africa Records $6.415bn Revenue Growth, 183.5m Customer Base
[This Day] Airtel Africa, has released its financial report for the year ended March 31, 2026, posting a strong performance result in its operations.
Africa: Sonke Gender Justice and MenEngage Africa to Host the PROGRESS 2026 Symposium in Kenya
[Sonke Gender Justice] Sonke Gender Justice and MenEngage Africa are pleased to announce the upcoming PROGRESS 2026 Learning and Exchange Symposium - Progress 2026, taking place from the 12th to the 14th of August 2026 in Mombasa, Kenya. The symposium builds on the momentum of
Inflation surges to hottest level in nearly three years as Iran war raises prices
Inflation heated up in April to the hottest level in three years as the Iran war drove energy prices higher, and started to filter through the economy.
Africa: Namibia Courts French Investors At Africa Summit
[New Era] Vice President Lucia Witbooi has urged French businesses to invest in Namibia, saying the country has made major progress in diversifying its economy beyond traditional sectors such as mining and agriculture.
Rod Stewart tells King Charles he put 'little ratbag in his place' during US trip
Rod Stewart praised King Charles III following the British monarch's trip to the United States — which included an address to a joint meeting of Congress and a visit to the White House -- telling him that he put "that little ratbag in his place" during the American tour. "May
Trump says Cuba is seeking help, will hold talks
WASHINGTON, May 12 - U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday said Cuba was asking for help and \"we are going to talk,\" without providing any more detail.
'We want to start today by apologising': Phasmophobia is fixing issues with its Player Character update after a slew of complaints
The latest patch didn't go down too well.
EBay Rejects GameStop’s $56 Billion Takeover Bid: ‘Your Proposal Is Neither Credible nor Attractive’
Online retailing giant eBay has turned down GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen’s unsolicited $56 billion takeover proposal, calling it “neither credible nor attractive.” On May 3, GameStop submitted a nonbinding offer to acquire of eBay for $125/share (supposedly comprising 50% cash and
Hantavirus and COVID: How are they different?
COVID-19 is more contagious and more easily transmissible than hantavirus.
Consumer prices rose 3.8% annually in April, the highest since May 2023
The consumer price index was expected to increase by 3.7% annually in April, according to the Dow Jones consensus.
Canadian Musicians Cover Elton John At Glenn Gould Prize Gala
I don't know if you knew this, but Elton John is not Canadian. In fact, he is very not Canadian. He's as British as they come. But that did not stop the luminaries of the Canadian music business from honoring Elton John on Saturday night. John was there to be honored with the
The top under-the-radar destinations in Europe you need to know about this summer
By looking at the places with the lowest search interest this season, Skyscanner has created a list of spots you can visit without battling the crowds.
Microsoft Fires Head Of Israel Office Amid Probe And BDS Boycott Targetting Xbox
The tech giant was investigating claims its cloud servers were part of surveillance operations targeting Palestinians
Police in Johor detain 3 over shooting in Skudai that killed man
Police are still determining the motive for the murder of the victim, 27, who worked in Singapore.
