See the first trailer for ‘The Fantastic Four: The First Steps’

Marvel Studios dropped the first trailer for Fantastic Four: The First Steps, celebrating the film with an event at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center. The countdown began on YouTube about an hour prior to the “launch” in Huntsville, Ala., which was hosted by Angelique Roche, who shared as the event began: “We are here live …

Rihanna debuts as Smurfette in teaser for upcoming ‘Smurfs’ film

Rihanna makes her official debut as Smurfette in the trailer for the upcoming Smurfs film. Rihanna, 36, not only lends her voice to the new Smurfs film, she is writing music and serves a producer on the film. Rihanna introduced the first official trailer, stating: “I can’t wait for you all to see it this summer.” …

Apple announces $500 billion investment in the United States

Apple announced on Monday that it will spend $500 billion over the next four years expanding facilities in the United States, including plans to build a new manufacturing factory, double its advanced manufacturing fund, and hire 20,000 people. The tech giant said it will expand teams and facilities in Texas along with Michigan, California, Arizona, …

French President Emmanuel Macron and Pres. Trump meet at White House

President Donald Trump met with French President Emmanuel Macron on Monday today to discuss topics including the war in Ukraine and trade issues. Earlier on Monday, Trump and Macron participated in a virtual meeting with fellow Group of Seven leaders to discuss the war. Pres. Trump said: “France is America’s oldest ally, our cherished partnership …

Jack Black and Paul Rudd announce cast of ‘Anaconda’ reboot

Sony Pictures announced the cast of the upcoming Anaconda reboot in a YouTube clip, which saw film stars Paul Rudd and Jack Black singing the names of the actors appearing in the film. Black sings: “We gotta kill that snake, and the snake inside. Gotta kill it. We’re gonna break its neck and cook it …

Legendary R&B vocalist Roberta Flack dies at age 88

Legendary R&B vocalist Roberta Flack has died at the age of 88. According to a statement from her rep: “We are heartbroken that the glorious Roberta Flack passed away this morning, February 24, 2025. She died peacefully surrounded by her family. Roberta broke boundaries and records. She was also a proud educator.”  A formal cause …

SAG Awards 2025: See the full list of winners

The 31st annual Screen Actors Guild Awards (SAGs’) were streamed live on Netflix Sunday, Feb. 23, hosted by Kristen Bell from the Shrine Auditorium and Expo Hall in Los Angeles. The top prizes of the night went to the casts of Shōgun, Only Murders in the Building and Conclave. Timothée Chalamet picked up the Best Actor …

Vatican says Pope Francis remains in ‘critical’ condition with early kidney failure

The press office for the Vatican said Sunday that Pope Francis, 88, has suffered from some kidney failure as he recovers from double pneumonia.  The Pope’s condition remained “critical” on Sunday, but according to the Vatican the pontiff hasn’t experienced any more “respiratory crises” since Saturday evening. In its latest update on Sunday afternoon, the …

Ukrainian Pres. Zelenskyy says he would give up presidency in exchange for peace or NATO membership

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said at a press conference in Kyiv on Sunday he would be willing to step down from the presidency if doing so meant peace for Ukraine — adding he would also do so if it meant Ukraine would be granted NATO membership. Zelenskyy made the comments on Sunday during a forum …

Mel B rejoins ‘America’s Got Talent’ after departure of Heidi Klum

Spice Girls alum Mel B is returning to the “America’s Got Talent” judges panel for the reality competition’s 20th season. Mel joins “AGT” veterans Simon Cowell, Howie Mandel and Sofía Vergara alongside host Terry Crews. Mel B’s return coincides with longtime judge Heidi Klum’s hiatus from the series. Klum, who joined “AGT” in 2013, judged …