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Jenna Ortega stars as an artificial companion in Klara and the Sun, Taika Waititi’s warm but uneven adaptation of Kazuo Ishiguro’s acclaimed novel.
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Marvel Sets Live-Action ‘Zodiac’ Spy Thriller for Disney+ in 2028
Marvel Television has announced Zodiac, a new live-action spy thriller coming to Disney+ in 2028, with production beginning in London in spring 2027.
Grammys Keep Asian Pop Category Despite BTS Boycott, Stirring Debate Over Global Music Recognition
The Recording Academy will retain its Best Asian Pop Music Performance category for the 2027 Grammys despite BTS and Stray Kids declining to submit music.
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Global Entertainment Industry and Philanthropic Community Commemorate the Enduring Legacy of Dolly Parton at 80
The global entertainment industry and cultural institutions worldwide are celebrating the monumental musical, entrepreneurial, and philanthropic legacy of Dolly Parton.