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From ‘The Devil Wears Prada’ to ‘The Invite,’ Costume Designers Shatter the Myth Behind Dressing Contemporary Characters: ‘It’s Very Difficult’
Contrary to popular belief, contemporary design in film is not just about shopping; it involves deep storytelling and thought behind how characters are dressed. Molly Rogers, who worked on “The Devil Wears Prada” as an assistant costume designer and was the sequel’s costume
Palme d’Or Winner ‘Fjord’ Opens Jakarta World Cinema as Cinematographer Tudor Vladimir Panduru Leads Masterclass
Cristian Mungiu’s Palme d’Or winner “Fjord” opened the fifth edition of Jakarta World Cinema at CGV Grand Indonesia. Dan Adrian Bălănescu, Romania’s ambassador to Indonesia, said he was proud of the film, which is Romania’s submission for the international feature Oscar at the
‘Between Us’ Director Matsumura Shingo on Finding Connection After Disaster and Making Films on Japanese Budgets
Unspoken emotional wounds linger throughout “Between Us,” Japanese director Matsumura Shingo’s new film playing in the Tokyo International Film Festival’s Nippon Cinema Now section, its strand for Japanese films. The film follows Makoto and Kasumi, childhood best friends who
Harry Styles Ended His Historic Madison Square Garden Run — And This Song Captured It All
The bass-filled record "Season 2 Weight Loss" became an essential part of how we understand the singer, especially across his 30-night New York residency
Patrick Stewart, Our Captain Of Multimedia CD-ROM Edutainment
While there is still much to parse from the multifaceted performer, we should take a minute to remember the scholar who lived inside our computer encyclopedias
Khanna says he'd stop funding further US military actions in Iran
Rep. Ro Khanna (D-Calif.) said he would stop further funding for U.S. military action in Iran amid growing voter dissatisfaction with the ongoing war effort. “I would stop the funding. The House and the Senate should stop the funding for any further actions in the Iran War.
Korea Box Office: Anime Hit ‘Chiikawa’ Retains Lead as Brad Pitt Thriller ‘Heart of the Beast’ Debuts
Japanese animated phenomenon “Chiikawa the Movie: The Secret of the Mermaid Island” held the No. 1 position at the South Korean box office over the weekend of Oct. 30–Nov. 1, securing its third consecutive weekend atop the rankings. According to data from KOBIS, the tracking
Trump says he would ‘love to have’ Haley Stevens join Republican Party
President Trump on Sunday said he would "love to have" Rep. Haley Stevens join the Republican Party after she endorsed Michigan Senate candidate Mike Rogers (R) over the nominee, her former Senate Democratic primary opponent Abdul El-Sayed (D). Reporters spoke with the
Iran warns new war could last longer after Trump threatens strikes
Iran warned on Sunday that any renewed war with the United States could last longer than the previous round of fighting, after President Donald Trump said he still had to "take care" of more targets. Diplomatic efforts to end the Middle East war have been punctuated by
'I've had people eating cat food': Rising cost of living top of mind for US voters
The BBC's Clive Myrie travelled to North Caroline where voters voiced their frustrations ahead of midterm elections.
Japanese Drifter’s Road Trip to Korea Drives Uchiyama Takuya’s ‘The Blue Breaks’ at Tokyo Gap-Financing Market
A man conceived through sperm donation, unsure of his place in the world, sets out on a journey to Korea in “The Blue Breaks,” an adaptation of Machiya Ryohei’s 2016 novel by Japanese filmmaker Uchiyama Takuya (“Numb”). The Japan-Italy co-production was among the projects at
Binance sees spike in withdrawals as exchange returns online after $6.3B heist
Binance said withdrawals were stabilizing after an initial spike and deposit volumes had remained "substantial."
Climate change is killing the plants of Uluṟu‑Kata Tjuṯa: Aṉangu traditional owners are concerned
When we hear that climate change is damaging natural environments, it conjures images of rising seas eroding coastlines, or heat waves bleaching the Great Barrier Reef. But what about deserts?
Collective human metabolism produces 2 billion metric tons of CO₂ a year, global study estimates
A University of Bath–led study has estimated that the carbon dioxide produced by humans as our bodies turn food into energy rose by 74% between 1985 and 2015, reaching 2.05 billion metric tons a year. Researchers say the findings could help scientists better understand where
This Week on the Hill: Election Day is finally here
Washington is bracing for a consequential week that could potentially reshape the power balance on Capitol Hill next year. Decision Desk HQ (DDHQ), The Hill’s nonpartisan election forecasting partner, predicts Democrats will "likely" win back the House in Tuesday’s midterm
Sabah’s water village fires fuel calls for safer housing
The fires expose safety risks in Sabah’s water villages, prompting calls for reform.
Preschool case puts LGBTQ and religious rights at odds in Supreme Court
The intersection of religious and LGBTQ rights lands — again — on the Supreme Court’s docket Tuesday. The justices are set to decide whether Colorado can require preschools that receive public dollars to admit the children of same-sex couples. “It seems like there's short
Malaysia is making it easier for expats' spouses to work. Will that help retain foreign talent?
For some expatriate families, a spouse's inability to find work can be a deal-breaker.
Bacon thinks there will be 'debate' about MAGA future if GOP does poorly in midterms
Rep. Don Bacon (R-Neb.) on Sunday said he thinks the Republican Party will “debate” the future of the MAGA movement should the GOP fare poorly in Tuesday’s elections. When asked by Jake Tapper on CNN’s "State of the Union" if an unsatisfactory midterm performance might signal
Sanders says what Democrats did in Alaska 'seems to be pretty dumb'
Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) said what Democrats did in Alaska “seems to be pretty dumb” following reports the party participated in recruiting another candidate who shared the same name as incumbent Sen. Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska) to dilute the GOP’s vote in the state. “Yeah,
Five Takeaways From Lucca Comics and Games, Europe’s Largest Comic-Con: ‘Harry Potter’ and ‘Percy Jackson’ Fandoms Are Alive and Well, As Are Cosplayers
Over the last few days, Lucca Comics and Games, Europe’s largest Comic-Con, has been celebrating its 60th anniversary. The medieval city located in Italy’s Tuscany region hosted creative leaders, artists and players of games, authors of comic books, manga, showrunners and
‘Gintama: Yoshiwara in Flames’ Director and Producer Discuss Bringing the Cult Anime to the Big Screen
“Gintama: Yoshiwara in Flames” – the latest iteration of the “Gintama” story – previewed this week at Lucca Comics and Games, Europe’s largest Comic-Con, prior to a theatrical release in Italy. Variety spoke with director Naoya Andô and producer Ryo Nakamuray about their
Hackers are running riot with AI. Its makers want to cash in
OpenAI and Anthropic spy a big opportunity in cyber-security
Flock keeps ignoring requests to cancel its contracts
While more cities are canceling their contracts with Flock Safety, just as many are discovering how difficult that can be in some instances. Plymouth, Minnesota's city council voted to terminate its contract with Flock in September, but failed to respond to the city's request.
Team Behind Fan-Made Oblivion Remake Face Lawsuit From Former Contributor
Community projects are no stranger to legal threats, but in a rare instance the 'Skyblivion' developers are facing litigation from one of their own
Hilary Duff Says She Was ‘F—ing Done’ With ‘Lizzie McGuire’ When It Ended and Never Wanted to Sing ‘What Dreams Are Made Of’ Again: I Was ‘Exhausted By It’
Hilary Duff is reflecting on being so “done” playing Lizzie McGuire after the 2003 movie concluded the two-season Disney Channel show that made her a star. “The Lizzie McGuire Movie” features the now-iconic “What Dreams Are Made Of,” which Duff re-recorded for her 2026 “(Mine)”
NASA hopes the commercial space industry can help save Hubble
Gravity is a cruel mistress, slowly dragging the famed telescope ever closer to its ultimate demise with every day. Hubble is in no immediate danger of burning up in the Earth's atmosphere, but its time will run out in the early to mid 2030s unless its orbit is boosted. So NASA
My Chemical Romance Tops the Billboard 200 With 20-Year-Old Album
The rock band's The Black Parade reached the top slot with its 20th anniversary reissue, beating out Olivia Rodrigo
5 Classic Nintendo Games That Are So Good They Never Need a Remake
Remakes and remasters are all the rage, but five classics from Nintendo are good enough that no one ever needs to bother trying to improve them.
My Chemical Romance Scores First-Ever No. 1 on Albums Chart With ‘The Black Parade,’ 20 Years After Its Release
My Chemical Romance has scored its first-ever No. 1 on the Billboard 200 as “The Black Parade” surges from No. 139 to the top of the chart, 20 years after its initial release. The group reaches the chart summit for the first time following a deluxe reissue of the album with
Social Security email praising Trump may violate Hatch Act
Emails sent by the Social Security Administration (SSA) and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) that praised President Trump may violate the Hatch Act, experts say. “Under President Donald J. Trump, the Social Security Administration (SSA) is transforming into a model of
‘Criminal Minds: Evolution’ Stars A.J. Cook, Paget Brewster and More React to Series Cancellation: ‘Rest in Peace’
Following the news that “Criminal Minds: Evolution” has been canceled at Paramount+, stars A.J. Cook, Paget Brewster, Kirsten Vangsness and more are looking back on the crime drama’s 20 Season run. The announcement seems to have come at the perfect time to mourn a TV show, as
Oscar-Nominated Director James Longley Talks His Afghanistan Documentary ‘Mohabat’ and Why His Next Film Will Center on the Rohingya Genocide (EXCLUSIVE)
Double Oscar nominee James Longley, who won the top award at Ji.hlava Documentary Film Festival on Saturday with “Mohabat,” will focus next on the Rohingya genocide. Longley – who was Oscar nominated for “Iraq in Fragments” and “Sari’s Mother” – tells Variety at the Czech
‘Forever With You’ Director Explores Grief Through a Child’s Eyes: ‘Cinema Must Be Emotionally Rooted’
Italian filmmaker Fabrizio Cattani brought “Forever With You,” his exploration of childhood, grief and the loss of a parent, to the Middle East for the first time this week, with the film receiving a Green Carpet premiere at the 13th Sharjah Intl. Film Festival for Children and
How to get the Pirate Shop Access Token in Fortnite Chapter 7 mini season
The Pirate Shop Access Token lets you get anything for free in Fortnite Chapter 7 mini season. Here's how to get it and what you can buy.
All map fragment locations in the Fortnite Chapter 7 mini season
Here's where to find all the currently available map fragments in Fortnite's Chapter 7 mini season.
RNC chair says Republicans have voter turnout problem
Republican National Committee (RNC) chair Joe Gruters acknowledged that Republicans are facing issues with voter turnout amid heightened pressure for the GOP to maintain control of Congress. “Is there a turnout problem for Republicans?” NewsNation’s Chris Stirewalt asked
RNC says 'Michigan should take notice' of Stevens endorsing Rogers
The Republican National Committee (RNC) on Sunday said Michigan "should take notice" of Rep. Haley Stevens's (D-Mich.) endorsement of her former opponent in the Michigan Senate race Republican Mike Rogers. "When Congresswoman Haley Stevens, who ran against Abdul El-Sayed and
Mars dust may be less abrasive than lunar dust, spacesuit samples suggest
Tucked away among its sensors, cameras and navigation tools, NASA's Mars rover Perseverance is wearing small swatches of spacesuit material. A rover doesn't need a spacesuit, but the swatches—each less than a square inch (6.5 square centimeters) in size—serve an important
Trump commends Stevens' 'bravery' for endorsing Rogers
President Trump on Sunday commended Rep. Haley Stevens (D-Mich.) for her endorsement of GOP Senate candidate former Rep. Mike Rogers (Mich.). “Wow, this is BIG! Congresswoman Haley Stevens, a Highly Respected Democrat, who narrowly lost in the Primary to Abdul Mohamed El-Sayed,
Schumer calls Stevens's Rogers endorsement 'a despicable betrayal'
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) ripped Rep. Haley Stevens (D-Mich.) over her eleventh hour endorsement of Republican Mike Rogers in the competitive Michigan Senate contest. "This is a despicable betrayal from Rep. Stevens," Schumer wrote Sunday on the social
Russian strikes cut power to thousands in Ukraine as Kherson ceasefire ends
A rare humanitarian ceasefire allowed civilians to evacuate the Russian-occupied city of Oleshky.
DNC chair defends El-Sayed, Peltola as Democrats brace for post-election legal fights
Democratic National Committee (DNC) Chair Ken Martin defended Democratic Senate candidates Abdul El-Sayed and former Rep. Mary Peltola (D-Alaska) against recent GOP attacks amid growing concern the party will have to brace for post-election legal fights. “What Dr. El-Sayed has
New restrictions kick in as Delhi battles pollution
Authorities in New Delhi stepped up anti-pollution measures on Sunday, including higher parking fees and work-from-home orders, seeking to curb toxic smog in one of the world's most polluted capitals.
Tony Hawk Kicked Out Of Park While Trying To Recreate Pro Skater 3
The legendary Birdman wanted to celebrate 25 years of the iconic third entry in his video game series, only to be escorted out by security
’14th’ Director Ava DuVernay on Midterm Elections: ‘Either Way We’re in Trouble’
Oscar-nominated filmmaker Ava DuVernay is warning that the midterm elections aren’t looking great for the U.S. — no matter what the outcome. “I think either way we’re in trouble,” DuVernay told me at the Airbnb.org Gala last week. “If the Democrats pull it out, I think you’re
El-Sayed brushes off late Stevens endorsement of Rogers
Michigan Senate Democratic candidate Abdul El-Sayed brushed off his former rival Haley Stevens’s surprising and late endorsement of GOP nominee Mike Rogers, saying on Sunday it didn’t matter and that he was focused on issues in his state. “At the end of the day, I actually