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Carly Simon has announced her first album in years, Comes in Waves, while revealing a Parkinson’s diagnosis and skin cancer treatment. The collection revisits defining moments of her life and career, with songs touching on love, loss and renewal. Readers are invited to explore the full context of her career and health as she moves forward.
The Odyssey has surpassed $1.1 billion worldwide, making it Christopher Nolan’s highest-grossing film and surpassing The Dark Knight Rises. The epic, featuring Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway and Robert Pattinson, opened July 17 and has dominated theatres globally while Nolan’s other projects in 2026 have delivered mixed results. The film’s success cements Nolan’s status at the peak of his career.
The BBC has confirmed RuPaul’s Drag Race UK will depart BBC Three and iPlayer, moving future series to World of Wonder’s Wow Presents Plus. The decision is part of the BBC’s 500 million savings drive, with the current eighth series continuing on BBC Three and iPlayer before the move. Fans and contestants warn the shift may reduce queer representation on UK screens.