Taylor Swift is heading back to the big screen next month, and fans are already lining up for tickets.

In all the stunning things about ABC’s swift removal of Jimmy Kimmel, its longtime late-night host and Oscars-hosting face of the network, perhaps the least surprising was that a comedian was again at the center of a battle over free speech.

A new dating show based on “Love Island” featuring Pakistani contestants has sparked controversy in the Muslim-majority country.

The decision about whether to keep Jimmy Kimmel on his late-night ABC show depends on far more than his jokes.

The last two remaining dates in singer d4vd’s U.S. tour and multiple stops in his upcoming European tour have been removed from ticketing websites.

Emergency workers who responded to an unresponsive man on a roller coaster at Universal Orlando Resort's newest park initially thought he had lacerations but found him not breathing.

WWE's partnership with ESPN begins Saturday with Wrestlepalooza in Indianapolis.

Grammy-winning songwriter Brett James has died in a plane crash in North Carolina.

“The Devil Wears Prada 2” and “American Love Story” have yet to be released but social media users have had their fair share of spoilers from paparazzi photos and fan snapshots of the sets filming this Summer in New York.

As late-night talk shows undergo major changes and controversy, a new poll finds most Americans don’t watch them regularly and the ones who do are more likely to be Democrats.

Actor Gary Busey has been sentenced to two years probation for a sexual offense stemming from an appearance at a 2022 horror convention in New Jersey, according to court records.

Farm Aid celebrates its 40th anniversary Saturday in Minneapolis.

A self-portrait by Frida Kahlo could set records when it is sold at auction in November.

Cardi B has made a splashy return with her sophomore album, “Am I the Drama?”.

A decomposed body found in a Tesla in Los Angeles has been identified as that of a teenage girl who went missing last year.

Jon Stewart, Stephen Colbert and Jimmy Fallon hosted their late-night shows using a mix of humor and solidarity with suspended ABC host Jimmy Kimmel.

Two ABC affiliate owners spoke out against late night talk show host Jimmy Kimmel ahead of ABC’s decision to suspend the presenter over comments he made about the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

Patti LaBelle, Chaka Khan, Gladys Knight and Stephanie Mills have launched the second leg of their tour, “The Queens: 4 Legends.

President Donald Trump’s contentious relationship with U.S. news organizations over his time in office has led to a host of legal battles and disputes.

Jimmy Kimmel’s recent suspension from late-night TV is just the latest time on-air comments have gotten a host in trouble.

"Saturday Night Live" has announced its hosts for the start of its 51st season.

Italian rapper Fedez has been accused of inciting racial hatred for publishing musical lyrics saying that top-ranked tennis player Jannik Sinner speaks with “Adolf Hitler’s accent.”.

ABC has taken Jimmy Kimmel's late-night show off the air indefinitely.

President Donald Trump’s efforts to reshape the American media landscape have led to the suspension of late-night comedian Jimmy Kimmel.

Jimmy Kimmel’s television future is hanging in the balance after ABC suspended his late-night show following the host’s comments about Charlie Kirk’s killing.

ABC’s suspension of Jimmy Kimmel’s show following comments he made about the killing of Charlie Kirk has set off a flood of reactions.

Haruki Murakami will be honored in December with an evening of words and music.

A man who was unresponsive after riding a roller coaster at Universal Orlando’s newest park died from blunt impact injuries.

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Sarah McLachlan thought her forthcoming album, “Better Broken,” would be her last.

Anthony Roth Costanzo, who introduced $11 tickets to Opera Philadelphia, aims to surprise audiences again with the company’s new season as it celebrates its 50th anniversary.

Robert Caro has received the first-ever Historians' Laureate Medal from The New York Historical.

ABC has suspended Jimmy Kimmel’s late-night show indefinitely following comments he made about Charlie Kirk’s killing.

An 84-year-old man whose home in southeast Puerto Rico served as inspiration for the house that became an iconic symbol at Bad Bunny’s residency this summer has sued the superstar.

France announced Wednesday that it has selected the Iranian director Jafar Panahi’s Palme d’Or-winning drama “It Was Just An Accident” as its submission to the Academy Awards.

Playwright David Bar Katz is helping artists facing financial stress through The Relentless Award, the largest annual cash prize in American theater.

Jaden Smith has been hired as men's creative director by Christian Louboutin and is moving to Paris.

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A proposed Caesars Palace casino in Times Square that’s backed by Jay-Z has lost its bid for a lucrative New York City-area gambling license amid fierce opposition from the Broadway theater industry.

Robert Redford, who died Tuesday at 89, transformed the film industry with the Sundance Institute and Film Festival.

Cardi B is expecting.

Bad Bunny leads the 2025 Latin Grammy nominations this year with 12 nods.

The National Toy Hall of Fame has announced its 12 finalists for the Class of 2025.

StubHub received a lackluster reception on Wall Street Wednesday.

Robert Redford, who died Tuesday at 89, was known for his deep commitment to activism, especially for Native American rights and the environment.

Major League Baseball has canceled plans to play games in London next season due to scheduling conflicts with West Ham's Olympic Stadium and TV commitments.

Police have arrested a suspect in a July auto break-in that two people touring with Beyoncé′ said resulted in the theft of the singer's unreleased music.

Deion Sanders hit on a variety of high notes at his weekly news conference, from seeking wins over an identity to looking for “leadership and consistency” out of whoever winds up as his quarterback.

It’s that time of year again.

President Donald Trump formally extended the deadline to keep the social media app TikTok available in the United States until Dec. 16.

Born during the Great Depression with sun-kissed California looks, Robert Redford never failed to epitomize something quintessential and hopeful about the American character.

Robert Redford's career spans generations, making every film notable.

Tory Burch delivered a spectacular venue, a relaxed approach to American sportswear, and a message of female empowerment in her Spring/Summer 2026 collection at New York Fashion Week.

Hollywood figures and fans of movies mourned the death of Robert Redford, expressing affection and admiration for the Oscar-winning director, liberal activist and godfather for independent cinema.

John Lithgow is returning to Broadway in a play that might change how we read bedtime stories to our children.

Robert Redford has died at 89.

Robert Redford, the Hollywood golden boy who became an Oscar-winning director, liberal activist and godfather for independent cinema under the name of one of his best-loved characters, died Tuesday at 89.

Spain has joined the group of countries threatening not to participate in the Eurovision Song Contest unless Israel is excluded from the competition over the war in the Gaza Strip.

A new poll finds sports fans are likelier to use a combination of streaming services and traditional TV options to access their favorite teams.

Bad Bunny’s residency in Puerto Rico has boosted the island’s economy and stoked conversations about its identity and struggles.

The Boys & Girls Clubs of America has seen a surge in donations after a controversial fundraising stunt at the Emmy Awards.

The Emmy Awards have seen a ratings boost as the television industry aims to recover from recent disruptions.

Scientists have identified the origins of the blue color in one of Jackson Pollock’s paintings with a little help from chemistry.

Former MSNBC host Joy Reid and authors Percival Everett and John Edgar Wideman are among this year's recipients of the American Book Awards.

A man accused of breaking into the homes of Seattle-area celebrities and pepper-spraying people he encountered inside has pleaded not guilty to multiple charges.

Actor and creator Woody McClain is turning to his hometown community to launch his first feature film — a romantic comedy he said is powered entirely by fans.

The Emmy Awards weren’t all about Seth Rogen walking up the aisle in his burnt orange tux to collect yet another award.

Tramell Tillman has made Emmy history.

Stand-up comedian Nate Bargatze kicked off the 77th Emmy Awards Sunday with a comedy sketch that poked fun at the television industry, noting it's “a world where the finest artists craft stories of staggering beauty that millions of people will watch on their phones while they’re sitting on the toilet.”.

“The Pitt” won best drama series, and “The Studio″ set a record for most wins by a comedy series in a single season Sunday night at the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards.

The Library of Congress has named Arthur Sze the new U.S. poet laureate.

Fox News host Brian Kilmeade has apologized for advocating the execution of mentally ill homeless people.

“Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Infinity Castle” carved out a place in box office history this weekend, slicing straight to No_ 1 to outpace the horror sequel “The Conjuring: Last Rites.”.

Chloé Zhao’s drama “Hamnet” has won the People’s Choice Award at the Toronto International Film Festival.

Bobby Hart, who co-wrote some of the Monkees' biggest hits, has died.

“The Pitt” has won best drama series at the Emmys, with Noah Wyle taking best actor in a drama.

Palestinian Oscar-winning director Basel Adra has told The Associated Press that Israeli soldiers have conducted a raid at his home in the occupied West Bank.

The union that represents tens of thousands of actors and other entertainer and media professionals has elected Sean Astin as its new president.

Designer Christian Siriano transformed a Macy's department store into a New York Fashion Week runway show for his latest collection.

In one of the most notorious cases in American true crime history, criminologist Dr. Katherine Ramsland has revisited the murders committed by Dean Corll — a man infamously nicknamed the “Candy Man” killer — through rare, extensive interviews with his teenage accomplice, Elmer Wayne Henley Jr.

Hallmark Channel is adding a new twist to its lineup of romantic films with "The Groomsmen," a three-part movie series that shifts the focus of wedding season to the men at the altar.

“Upload” has kept fans laughing and guessing for four seasons with its mix of comedy, romance and sharp commentary on technology. Now, the Prime Video series is coming to a close with a four-part finale that cast members say will deliver long-awaited answers.

A lawyer for Taylor Swift says the singer can answer questions in October — if she is forced — from attorneys involved in the litigation between actors Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni stemming from their roles in the movie “It Ends With Us.”.

Political analyst Matthew Dowd says MSNBC reacted to a right-wing mob this week in firing him for commentary on assassinated conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

The 24th U.S. poet laureate, Ada Limón says she encountered a surprising number of people who are writing and sharing poetry during her travels around the country.

Cardi B releasing her long-awaited sophomore LP, “Am I the Drama.

The National Book Foundation has announced the longlists for the National Book Awards.

“Jaws” is the subject of the first ever large-scale exhibit devoted to a single film at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles.

The Netherlands has joined several countries urging the Eurovision Song Contest to exclude Israel due to its actions in Gaza.

Shaun White and Nina Dobrev have called off their engagement and brought an end to their five-year relationship, a person close to the couple tells The Associated Press.

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Dozens of Ukrainians and their supporters have demonstrated outside the Royal Opera House in London against a performance by Russian soprano Anna Netrebko.

Michael Kors was feeling loose as he brought his love of nature to urban New York City for a celebrity-heavy Spring/Summer 2026 show at New York Fashion Week.

Julian Fellowes has been saying goodbye to “Downton Abbey” for nearly as long as it has existed.

Songwriter and producer Bert Berns has been posthumously inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame.

Veteran political analyst Matthew Dowd is out of a job at MSNBC following some commentary regarding Charlie Kirk that drew a heated reaction.

Real moviegoer energy has always made the Toronto International Film Festival a good measuring stick for not just what might catch on during Hollywood’s awards season but what will click with audiences.

Most Americans still want to thank the academy, at least a little.

Oprah Winfrey attended Ralph Lauren's runway show on Wednesday, her first since his lavish 50th anniversary event in 2018, where she toasted the design legend.

Traditional news outlets were careful in their coverage of conservative activist Charlie Kirk's assassination to not show graphic images of the event.