Kristen Stewart to portray Susan Sontag in new biopic

Kristen Stewart will star as feminist writer Susan Sontag in Sontag, an upcoming biopic. The film will actually begin filming at this month’s Berlin International Film Festival, where Stewart heads this year’s international jury. Says producer Gabrielle Tana, “It will be a drama, but with a documentary aspect to it. Kirsten has a wonderful approach to …

3 dead, 5 critical in Michigan State University shooting; suspect found dead

Three people are dead and five others are injured after a shooting at multiple locations on Michigan State University’s East Lansing campus Monday night, police said. The suspect has also died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. MSU Police and Public Safety said during a press briefing that the injured victims have been transported to a hospital, …

Architect of the Capitol fired after accusations of ethical violations

The White House confirmed in a statement on Monday that J. Brett Blanton, Architect of the Capitol, was fired Monday after several lawmakers called for his removal. Blanton has been under fire since a November report accused him of ethics violations and improperly using government property. Among the several allegations by the Capitol’s Office of Inspector …

‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever’ becomes most-streamed Marvel film debut on Disney+

“Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” became the most-streamed Marvel film premiere on Disney+ worldwide, based on hours streamed in its first five days,  Directed by Ryan Coogler, “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” launched on Disney+ on Feb. 1, after its theatrical debut Nov. 11, 2022. “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” takes place following the death of Chadwick Boseman’s King T’Challa from …

Take a look at Idris Elba in the trailer for ‘Luther: The Fallen Sun’

British audiences know Idris Elba best as detective John Luther from the BBC show Luther which ran for five seasons from 2010 – 2019. Elba starred as the Detective Chief Inspector for the Serious and Serial Unit. Now a new Netflix film titled Luther the Fallen Sun brings the character to the big screen, with Elba portraying …

U.S. shoots downs object over Lake Huron in Michigan

U.S. Air Force F-16 fighter jets shot down an object flying over Lake Huron on Sunday. It is the fourth aerial object to be shot down over North America, and the third object over the United States in nine days, begining on Feb. 4 when a U.S. fighter jet downed a high-altitude surveillance balloon believed …

Chiefs defeat Eagles 38–35 to win Super Bowl LVII; QB Patrick Mahomes crowned MVP

The Kansas City Chiefs defeated the Philadelphia Eagles in a 38–35 victory, with Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes crowned as the MVP of Super Bowl LVII on Sunday night. The 27-year-old Mahomes claimed his second career Super Bowl MVP after finishing 21-of-27 for 182 yards, three touchdowns and zero interceptions. After trailing most of the game, …

Watch Matt Damon, Ben Affleck and Viola Davis in trailer for ‘Air’

The upcoming film “Air,” which tells the story of the creation of one of the most iconic pieces of footwear in history — Nike’s Air Jordan — has shared it’s first trailer. Inspired by true events, the film is directed by Ben Affleck, who also stars alongside Matt Damon. Damon takes on the role of …

Barbra Streisand to release her memoir this fall

Barbra Streisand will release her first memoir this November 2023.   Viking Books announced that the 80-year-old singer/actress shares the details of her life and career in the upcoming book, My Name is Barbra.  The publisher tweeted: “We are thrilled to announce the long-awaited memoir by the superstar of stage, screen, recordings, and television, @BarbraStreisand! MY NAME …

Rihanna reveals pregnancy as she takes the stage for Super Bowl LVII halftime show

Rihanna made her return to live performing on Sunday during the Super Bowl LVII Halftime show, treating fans to a medley of a dozen of her best-known songs at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Ariz.  The superstar also revealed another surprise; a baby bump.  Following Rihanna’s performance, a rep for the artist confirmed that she is pregnant with her …