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The Netflix strategy is expanding to include live channels and short-form publisher content as it diversifies beyond scripted series. The company is testing ad-supported tiers, live content, and partnerships with publishers to boost engagement while facing questions about long-tail viewing and overall time spent on the platform.
The BBC documentary Jared Leto: Hollywood’s Dark Secret has surfaced new allegations of sexual assault, grooming and statutory rape involving the actor and musician, spanning 2002–2016. Ten women speak to the BBC; Leto has denied the claims.
South Africa’s Chad Le Clos has extended his Commonwealth Games medal tally to 19 with a recent bronze and gold, as he pivots toward butterfly events and a fifth Olympic bid in Los Angeles.
Tom Holland’s Spider-Man reset continues to draw praise as Brand New Day arrives in cinemas, with critics calling it the MCU’s strongest Spider-Man entry in years. The film centers on Peter Parker’s struggle after memory-wipe events and his evolving powers, while new and returning crossovers deepen the franchise’s direction.
Dior will stage its Fall 2027 collection in Trinity College Dublin on December 4, marking the brand’s first show in Ireland and Jonathan Anderson’s first Dior-scale presentation across both men’s and women’s lines. The event underscores Dior’s international approach to in-between collections and signals a new chapter for Irish fashion visibility.
McFly are recording a new album, aiming for a sound that feels like a 'glorified pub band' capable of arena shows. Danny Jones says the band is finding its true balance after experimenting with poppier, produced styles, with Oasis cited as an influence amid the group’s ongoing studio work.
A wave of earnings reports from major tech and consumer companies shows mixed results but outlooks point to continued momentum in AI, autos and logistics. Qualcomm, UPS, IBM, Intel and UnitedHealth report varying results, with some guiding higher, others facing cost pressures, and others expanding into automotive and AI workloads.
Gas prices remain elevated amid renewed fighting in the Iran conflict. National averages hover near $4 per gallon, with regional spikes on the West Coast. The White House says energy supply will be stabilized, while voters link costs to inflation and political stakes ahead of elections.
Ariana Grande has filed a lawsuit in Los Angeles seeking to identify unnamed hackers who allegedly accessed collaborators’ accounts and leaked unreleased songs and footage. The complaint describes phishing-driven breaches that targeted photographers and producers and asserts that material was sold on the dark web. The case cites 45 unreleased songs hacked in 2023 and ongoing breaches since 2011.
JetBlue has overhauled its pricing, introducing a Base fare alongside Standard and Flex options across Main, Even More and BlueFirst cabins. Mint remains excluded from Base. The move follows rivals United and Delta in unbundling premium travel, offering cheaper options while preserving some benefits. The change aims to give travelers more choice but may see additional charges for previously included services.
Noah Lyles delivers a world-leading 9.79s in the 100m and confirms dominance as Sha’Carri Richardson wins the women’s 100m; Melissa Jefferson-Wooden defends her 200m title as Olympic cycle shifts with the Ultimate Championships on the horizon.
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has published an open Instagram letter arguing the World Cup was a global success marked by safety, joy and unity, amid ongoing criticism over visas, officiating and controversies that surrounded the tournament in the United States, Canada and Mexico.
Arizona State University has launched a bachelor’s program focused on content creation, to teach students how to build a digital audience and measure performance across platforms. The course emphasizes practical skills, culminating in a capstone that documents measurable results and an online following.
Gunther von Hagens, the inventor of plastination and creator of Body Worlds, has died at 81 after a cerebral haemorrhage. His death follows a long battle with Parkinson’s disease. His shows have drawn millions globally, sparking debate over ethics, sensationalism, and the boundaries between science and spectacle.
Betye Saar has died at 99 in Los Angeles, capping a career spanning more than six decades. A central figure in the Black Arts Movement, Saar transformed found objects into powerful symbols of Black liberation, with landmark works such as The Liberation of Aunt Jemima and Black Girl’s Window. Her work gained broader recognition in the 2010s with major museum solo shows.
Ruby Rippey’s Vanity Fair piece recounts the 2005-06 affair with California governor Gavin Newsom, now stirring renewed scrutiny as he eyes a 2028 presidential bid. Rippey describes alcohol and cocaine use, the escalation of the relationship, and questions Newsom’s memoir account while highlighting the MeToo-era reframing of power dynamics.
Tesla faces renewed scrutiny over its Full Self-Driving program after a Houston complaint alleges dangerous understaffing and fatigue among operators. The case highlights concerns about safety protocols, oversight, and how big tech manages autonomous testing on public roads.
The seven-member BTS has announced they will not submit their music for Grammy consideration this year. They cite a desire for music to be heard without regional or language division, following the Recording Academy’s creation of a new Best Asian Pop Music Performance category. The group’s move comes after the Academy added several new categories, including a Latin category, and amid debates over whether the new Asian category divides artists by geography rather than celebrating global reach.
The indictment unsealed in Chicago alleges Cloth solicited over $100 million from investors for film and entertainment projects, but diverted funds to other ventures and to repay earlier investors. He faces seven counts of wire fraud and forfeiture of more than $12 million; investors are urged to contact the FBI if they believe they were harmed.