Jon M. Chu Inks First-Look Deal With Paramount

The filmmaker has helmed 'Wicked,' 'Wicked: For Good' and 'Crazy Rich Asians,' among others.

Adults like to talk about 'big school'—this can make the change seem scary for some children

Starting school is a time of great anticipation and excitement for young children and families. The buildup can last for months as children go to orientation days, and families prepare with new uniforms, bags and lunch boxes. Significant adults in the child's life are eager to

Jon M. Chu Moves First-Look Film and TV Deal to Paramount

Jon M. Chu is taking his talents to Paramount Skydance. The “Wicked” director has inked a new first-look three-year film and TV deal with the David Ellison-led studio. Though Chu most recently helmed the blockbuster musical “Wicked: For Good” for Universal, he and his Electric

Quentin Tarantino Says Paul Dano Is the “Weakest Male Actor in SAG” While Slamming His ‘There Will Be Blood’ Performance

The Oscar winner called Dano "weak sauce" when discussing his picks for the best films of the 21st century on 'The Bret Easton Ellis Podcast.'

Bangladesh’s Gen-Z battles to gain political ground after ousting Hasina

DHAKA, Dec 4 - Thousands in Bangladesh flocked to hear the plans of the students who toppled long-time leader Sheikh Hasina when they launched a new political party this year, but now it finds itself struggling to translate the street power into votes.

Trump Pardons Sports Exec Tim Leiweke in Texas Bid-Rigging Case

President Trump has granted a pardon to Tim Leiweke, the live entertainment executive accused of rigging a bid to build an arena on the campus of the University of Texas. In a proclamation signed on Tuesday, Trump granted a “full and unconditional pardon” to Leiweke in

Accused Melbourne childcare worker charged with more child rape offences

Alleged paedophile Joshua Dale Brown faces an extra 83 charges with four new victims identified.

This “Cinderella Sense” May Be Tied to More Than 130 Disorders

Researchers give a whiff of why smell matters to health The post This “Cinderella Sense” May Be Tied to More Than 130 Disorders appeared first on Nautilus .

Hong Kong Fire Remembrance Sets Poignant Tone at Hainan Film Festival Launch

Amidst the pomp and spectacle of the opening ceremony of the Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF), a quiet remembrance stole the show. Xing Bo, VP of China Media Group, remembered the victims of the recent Tai Po apartment complex fire in Hong Kong, which has

Ex-FDA commissioners slam Trump admin vaccine plan

A dozen former leaders of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Wednesday slammed the Trump administration over its changes to vaccine policy, calling these changes a threat to public safety. “We are deeply concerned by sweeping new FDA assertions about vaccine safety

China should focus on economy, not 'territorial expansion', Taiwan president says

Court sides with Adidas in appeal over Kanye West collaboration

Investors had accused Adidas of misleading them as its relationship with the rapper showed cracks.

Why flexible work alone isn't enough: Preferences matter more than policy

Employees leave employers when their work arrangements fail to match their preferences, according to new research that tracked 482 workers over two years across Australia and Europe.

Malaysian villagers help keep lost elephant calf safe

A few days before, the same calf had been caught in a buffalo trap not far from the settlement.

Australian Drama Production Hits Record $1.7 Billion, Driven by International Activity

Drama production expenditure in Australia reached an unprecedented AUD$2.7 billion ($1.78 billion) in 2024/25, marking a substantial 43% increase over the previous year, according to Screen Australia’s newly released Drama Report. The record spending reflects comprehensive

FDA changes heads of drug research and OTC drugs in latest shakeup

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has been rocked by recent changes to several leadership roles while it has grappled with how to handle new vaccine guidance. The agency has changed — five times this year — its director for The Center for Drug Evaluation and Research

Malaysian victim speaks of scam by ‘friend’, torture in Cambodia

Some 700 others are still trapped there.

Egypt's Sinai mountain megaproject threatens the people of St Catherine

Atop one of Egypt's Sinai mountains, near where the three Abrahamic faiths say God spoke with Moses, another unmistakable sound rings out: the incessant drilling of construction work. In the remote, rugged terrain of southern Sinai, Egypt has undertaken a vast megaproject aimed

Degraded peatlands emit nearly twice as much greenhouse gas as previously thought, study finds

For the first time, researchers have produced a detailed, high-resolution map of peatlands in the EU, showing that these areas emit twice as much greenhouse gases than previously thought. The research, led by eco-hydrologist Quint van Giersbergen of Radboud University, has been

Turning mine waste into clean water: Research shows promise for acid mine drainage recycling

Scientists from Heriot-Watt and the University of South Africa have developed a method to convert hazardous acid mine drainage into a valuable resource for drinking water treatment, offering hope for communities living near polluted mining areas.

Trump appears open to production of Japan-style minicars in US

He has asked for immediate approval of regulatory changes that would allow them to be manufactured.

One year after ousted president Yoon’s failed martial law bid, South Korea works to rebuild stability

Following Yoon Suk Yeol’s surprise announcement on Dec 3 last year, hundreds of South Koreans rushed to the National Assembly in an effort to stop the martial law order from taking effect.

Malaysian PM Anwar’s former aide, businessman Tei arrive at KL court ahead of corruption charges

Both of them are expected to face five charges.

Pixel 10 Drops to Record Low Only 3 Months After Launch, Now Cheaper Than Mid-Range Android Phones

Capture 20x zoom shots and chat naturally with built-in Gemini AI assistance. The post Pixel 10 Drops to Record Low Only 3 Months After Launch, Now Cheaper Than Mid-Range Android Phones appeared first on Kotaku .

Why protests can bring people together across political divides

How can people with diametrically opposed views suddenly stand shoulder to shoulder in protest? Researchers from Copenhagen, Oslo and Mainz have investigated this question. The starting point is the COVID protests, which were driven by three unifying strategies.

Where floodwaters turned piles of timber into floating battering rams

Experts said the catastrophic nature of the storm was compounded by decades of deforestation.

Phil Upchurch, Guitarist and Composer for Michael Jackson and Curtis Mayfield, Dies at 84

Phil Upchurch, a guitarist who played with Quincy Jones, Donny Hathaway and Michael Jackson, died on Nov. 23 in Los Angeles. He was 84. During his career, Upchurch recorded nearly 30 albums and appeared on more than 1,000 recordings with some of the biggest artists in

A weird, never-released NES horror JRPG no one knew about 2 years ago is now translated and fully playable

Namco almost released a Splatterhouse RPG.

Malaysia’s government to block under-13s from social media, says communications minister

Malaysia has taken a comprehensive approach to safeguard vulnerable groups.

Natural biliverdin analog from microalgae offers safer livestock feed alternative

Humans and farm animals share a common affliction: inflammation.

Here’s Why Some Insomniacs Can’t Sleep

Downshifting from the noise of the day is easier for some than others The post Here’s Why Some Insomniacs Can’t Sleep appeared first on Nautilus .

Our newest quiz should be a cakewalk: All you gotta do is name the game each cake is from!

Piece of cake, right?

Mixed-heritage pupils 'invisible' within school policies

Young people of mixed heritage are being under-recognized in educational policy and practice, despite being among the fastest-growing groups in the UK.

They’re Making Paul Anka Describe Frank Sinatra’s Penis Again

We are back with more news about Frank Sinatra's private parts. The legendary singer's close collaborator Paul Anka recently told Page Six , "Yeah, it was huge. I don't know what that does for you!" Now TMZ has (predictably) bothered him about it as well. The post They’re

Hegseth 2016 comments on not following 'unlawful orders' surface: 'There's a standard'

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, who is facing heat over a strike on an alleged drug boat in the Caribbean, said in 2016 that he believed in “consequences for abject war crimes.” “I do think there have to be consequences for abject war crimes. If you're doing something that is

DIRECTV Adds Seven New Multiview ‘Mix Channels’ to Elevate Home Streaming

DIRECTV is serving up even more ways for customers to watch television at home, with the introduction of seven new “multiview Mix Channels” on their streaming platform. One of the leading over-the-top media services (OTT) in the market today, DIRECTV’s latest offering allows

Meta says starting to remove under-16s from social media in Australia

However, Meta also called for app stores to be held accountable for checking ages.

Bose Headphones Stuck at Cyber Monday Price, Amazon Never Raised It to Clear Stock Out

Cancel noise adaptively while streaming high-fidelity audio for up to 24 hours straight. The post Bose Headphones Stuck at Cyber Monday Price, Amazon Never Raised It to Clear Stock Out appeared first on Kotaku .

Lady Gaga, Robert Redford and Prince Photos Being Auctioned Off at Boys & Girls Club of Hollywood Benefit

Striking photos of Lady Gaga, Robert Redford and Prince are among those being auctioned off as part of Milk Studios’ PHOTO25. The photo of Lady Gaga was snapped by Tyler Curtis during an appearance at Chicago’s Manor Nightclub in 2008. Titled “Disco Stick,” the photo’s opening

Paramount Exec Beverley McGarvey Champions Content Diversity at Asian Academy Creative Awards Keynote

Beverley McGarvey, president of Network 10 and head of streaming at Paramount Australia and New Zealand, opened the Asian Academy Creative Awards National Winners Conference in Singapore on Dec. 3 with a rallying call for the region’s content industry, praising the diversity

Indie Drama ‘Above Ground’ to Begin Production, Marks Feature Directorial Debut of Writer and Star Matt Kelsey (EXCLUSIVE)

Principal photography is set to begin Thursday in Pasadena on Matt Kelsey’s independent drama “Above Ground.” Kelsey makes his directorial debut with the feature, which he also wrote. An official summary of “Above Ground” reads, “When a once-successful writer Tom (Kelsey)

Hegseth in hot water again for endangering troops with Signal messages

Welcome to The Hill's Defense & NatSec newsletter {beacon} Defense &National Security Defense &National Security The Big Story Hegseth in hot water again for endangering troops with Signal messages A highly critical inspector general report found Defense Secretary Pete

Big Loud Records Learned From the Biggest Indie Labels in History on the Way to Winning the Variety Hitmakers Platinum Decade Award

“We’re not an independent label. We’re a pissed-off startup. That’s what I call it,” says producer Joey Moi, one of the three chiefs of Big Loud Records, along with Seth England and Joey Moi. It’s good rhetoric, but at the very least, Big Loud gets to be both those things, when

Democrats unveil Venezuela war powers resolution

Senate Democrats, along with Sen. Rand Paul (R-Ky.), on Wednesday filed a war powers resolution to prevent the United States from using the U.S. armed forces from engaging in hostilities with Venezuela without congressional approval. The resolution, filed by Paul and Sens. Tim

Investigation into pre-Budget leaks is under way, MPs told

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has given her "full support" to a review of security processes around the lead-up to the Budget.

How family firms can best plan for succession

The Murdochs had a much-reported inheritance battle, but smoother transitions are possible.

Model reveals how the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board selects targets for inspection

2024 marked the 20th anniversary of the launch of the inspection program by the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB), the non-profit responsible for overseeing financial audits. It was also a banner year for PCAOB's disciplinary activity, with 51 finalized

Astronomers find vast spinning filament of galaxies 140 million light-years away

An international team led by the University of Oxford has identified one of the largest rotating structures ever reported: a "razor-thin" string of galaxies embedded in a giant spinning cosmic filament, 140 million light-years away.

Traditional note-taking beats AI chatbots for reading comprehension, but a combined approach is still useful

A new study suggests that traditional learning activities like making notes remain critical for students' reading comprehension and retention, while also suggesting that large language models (LLMs), such as ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot, could be a useful tool for helping

NASA nominee refuses to say if Musk was in room when Trump offered job

President Trump’s pick to lead NASA, billionaire entrepreneur Jared Isaacman, refused on Wednesday to say if Elon Musk was in the room when Trump first offered him the job. Isaacman — who was renominated last month after Trump pulled the nomination in May — appeared before the