Israel government votes to approve deal for hostage release; short cease fire

The Israeli government said in a statement late Tuesday that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his government have approved a deal for the release of some of the hostages held by Hamas. The news came after Netanyahu convened his war cabinet to discuss the deal following recent negotiations. The statement read: “The Government of Israel …

Gunman dead after shooting at Ohio Walmart leaves 4 wounded

Four people were shot Monday night at a Walmart in Beavercreek, Ohio, by a man who walked in and started firing, before turning the gun on himself. Police said the gunman entered the store at about 8:30 p.m. Monday wielding a Hi-Point 45-caliber Carbine long gun. He shot an undetermined number of rounds, leaving injured …

‘The Hunger Games: Ballad Of Songbirds & Snakes’ tops North American box office with $44M

The ‘Hunger Games’ franchise prequel film, The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes, was the No. 1 movie in North America in its debut weekend, earning $44 million in receipts. The film, which received mixed reviews and a 61% score on Rotten Tomatoes, is the worst-reviewed installment in the ‘Hunger Games’ franchise. The Ballad …

Boy George to return to Broadway in ‘Moulin Rouge! The Musical’

The legendary Boy George will return to Broadway in Moulin Rouge! The Musical.  George will play Harold Zidler in the production, held at Al Hirschfeld Theatre in New York City.  Moulin Rouge! The Musical will mark George’s first Broadway role in 20 years; he last appeared in and wrote the music and lyrics for the …

600 employees of OpenAI protest ouster of ex-CEO Sam Altman, now employed by Microsoft

A letter signed by nearly 600 employees at OpenAI is calling for the resignation of the company’s board and the return of former CEO Sam Altman – who was hired by Microsoft just days after being ousted at OpenAI.  According to a copy of the letter, the employees are threatening to quit and join Microsoft …

Supreme Court rejects appeal of ex-Minneapolis cop Derek Chauvin, convicted of killing George Floyd

On Monday, the United States Supreme Court rejected former Minneapolis police Officer Derek Chauvin‘s appeal of his conviction for second-degree murder in the killing of George Floyd during a 2020 arrest, which sparked widespread protests against police brutality and racism. The justices left in place state court rulings affirming Chauvin’s conviction and 22 1/2-year sentence, …

Suki Waterhouse announces pregnancy, expecting first child with Robert Pattinson

31-year-old singer, model and actress Suki Waterhouse announced her pregnancy, sharing that she is expecting her first child with her partner, actor Robert Pattinson. Speculation about Waterhouse’s pregnancy started earlier this month after the actress was spotted on a hike with Pattinson, 37, in Los Angeles. Waterhouse confirmed the news Sunday during her performance at …

‘Dancing with the Stars’ to feature Taylor Swift night

ABC’s celebrity dance competition “Dancing with the Stars” will feature a special “A Celebration of Taylor Swift” on Nov. 21. The show posted on X: “it’s been a long time coming…join us for A Celebration of Taylor Swift, live November 21 on @ABCNetwork and @DisneyPlus! Stream on @Hulu. #DWTSxTaylorSwift @taylorswift13” A Celebration of Taylor Swift …

2023 Billboard Music Awards: See the full list of winners

The 2023 Billboard Music Awards ceremony streamed on Sunday, November 19, at BBMAs.watch. The BBMAs awards trophies based on year-end performance metrics on the Billboard music charts. Morgan Wallen taking home the most trophies of the night with 11 wins – including Top Male Artist, Top Hot 100 Artist, Top Billboard 200 Album, Top Hot …

Gunman found dead after shooting spree in Memphis kills 3 women, teen girl

The gunman wanted in the killings of three women and a 13-year-old girl during a shooting spree across Memphis Saturday night was found dead of a self-inflicted gunshot wound. The Memphis Police Department said Mavis Christian Jr., 52, was a “known relative” to the victims and described the rampage at three different homes as a …