American rock climber Alex Honnold has ascended the Taipei 101 skyscraper without any ropes or protective equipment.

The Sundance Film Festival hosted the world premieres of two comedies on Saturday.

Wrexham’s bid for a fourth straight promotion and a place in the Premier League is gaining steam.

Filmmakers whose careers were shaped by Robert Redford and the Sundance Institute he founded are honoring his legacy at the first Sundance Film Festival since his death.

Organizers are delaying professional rock climber Alex Honnold’s ropeless ascent of the Taipei 101 skyscraper for 24 hours due to weather.

The Sundance Film Festival is buzzing with excitement as Channing Tatum, Olivia Wilde, and Charli xcx movies premiere back-to-back at the Eccles Theater in Park City, Utah.

Spanish state prosecutors have shelved an investigation into sexual assault accusations against Julio Iglesias.

Investigators in Colorado say they have confirmed that the 2005 shooting death of journalist Hunter S.

TikTok has at last finalized a deal to keep the popular video sharing platform operating in the U.S. after years of uncertainty.

Renée Fleming is withdrawing from two May appearances at the Kennedy Center.

Global fashion celebrities have joined the public in Rome to say a final goodbye to iconic designer Valentino.

A reality TV series meant to showcase the New York Police Department has spawned a legal showdown between city government and the show’s producer, Jordan McGraw — the son of TV’s Dr. Phil.

Brazilians are celebrating the nomination of “The Secret Agent” for four Oscar categories, highlighting the rise of Brazilian cinema.

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A trove of Blake Lively's text messages and emails has been released in her legal battle against Justin Baldoni, including exchanges with her longtime friend Taylor Swift.

Elizabeth Hurley has accused the Daily Mail's publisher of tapping her phones and stealing her medical records.

Director Ryan Coogler spoke about writing “Sinners,” which earned a record 16 nominations, for his late uncle.

Leonardo DiCaprio has picked up his sixth lead actor Oscar nomination for his role in “One Battle After Another.”.

The actors co-starring in the hit hockey romance TV series “Heated Rivalry” are set to be among the torchbearers carrying the Olympic flame on the way to the Opening Ceremony for the Milan Cortina Games.

Harry Styles is getting back out on the road.

The Sundance Film Festival has kicked off in Utah, marking the first year without founder Robert Redford.

Alex Honnold plans to climb Taipei 101 in his signature free solo style without ropes or protective gear.

Ryan Coogler’s blues-steeped vampire epic “Sinners” led all films with 16 nominations to the 98th Academy Awards, setting a record for the most in Oscar history.

The production team of Bizet’s “Carmen” at the Metropolitan Opera demanded their names be removed from programs due to a restaging decision.

The 42nd Sundance Film Festival kicks off this week in Park City, Utah.

Love letters spanning five centuries are on display at Britain’s National Archives in London.

Three authors have been awarded $10,000 prizes for blending scientific research with literary grace.

Taylor Swift, Kenny Loggins and Kiss founders Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley make up the 2026 Songwriters Hall of Fame inductees.

There's a lot more to The New York Times than its news stories, and that's by design.

An emotional Prince Harry struck a defensive tone at the start of his testimony against the Daily Mail's publisher.

Rome is paying its last respects to legendary designer Valentino, whose high-glamour gowns and trademark shade of red became an iconic symbol of Italian elegance.

Valentino Garavani’s death has cast a shadow over Paris Fashion Week.

Brooklyn Beckham has accused his parents, David and Victoria Beckham, of trying to sabotage his marriage and putting branding ahead of family.

Actor Timothy Busfield has been released from a jail in New Mexico, where he faces charges of child sexual abuse.

A book of essays by actor Lili Taylor, a memoir by restaurateur Keith McNally, and a bestseller from Andrew Ross Sorkin about the 1929 stock market crash are among the 11 finalists for a $50,000 literary prize.

The 2026 Grammy Awards will take place Feb. 1 at the Crypto.

Channing Tatum is bringing “Magic Mike Live” to New York City, promising to “turn up the gas” on the popular show.

The Sundance Film Festival kicks off Thursday in Park City, Utah, marking its final year there.

Valentino Garavani, the iconic Italian designer known for his glamorous gowns and signature “Valentino red,” has died at 93.

When you think IMAX, chances are your mind goes to those immersive documentaries that take you inside volcanoes, deep under oceans or to distant planets.

Prince Harry's legal battle against British tabloids has entered its final round.

“60 Minutes” says it will air a report Sunday on Trump administration deportations, a version of which was abruptly pulled from its broadcast a month ago.

James Cameron’s “Avatar: Fire and Ash” continues to dominate the North American box office, topping charts for the fifth weekend with $13.3 million in sales.

Thousands of people gathered at San Francisco’s Civic Center to celebrate Bob Weir, the legendary Grateful Dead guitarist who died last week at 78.

Emmy Award-winning actor Timothy Busfield’s attorneys told a court he should be released while he awaits the outcome of child sex abuse charges against him.

Dwayne Johnson transforming into MMA pioneer Mark Kerr for “The Smashing Machine” and Louis Tomlinson releasing his third solo album are some of the new television, films, music and games headed to a device near you.

Julio Iglesias has denied allegations of sexual assault made by two former employees.

Kathleen Kennedy is stepping down from Lucasfilm after more than 13 years.

The Defense Department says it is revamping the military newspaper Stars and Stripes to focus on “reporting for our warfighters” and eliminate woke distractions.

After a nearly four-year musical hiatus, the K-pop giants BTS are back.

Press freedom advocates are concerned this week's raid on a Washington Post journalist's home will deter reporting on government actions and silence whistleblowers.

The Mix-MATCH Festival returns to Midtown Arts and Theater Center Houston, featuring 23 performances and art installations all in one day. One of the highlights includes Daisies & Pancakes, bringing their unique style blending art and dance on roller skates.

Emmy Award-winning actor Timothy Busfield was ordered held without bond at his first New Mexico court appearance on child sex abuse charges, pending a detention hearing in coming days.

“There's nothing wrong with making people happy,” says singer John Mellencamp, and that's the guiding philosophy of the concert tour he's planning this summer.

Min Jin Lee's new novel, “American Hagwon,” explores why Koreans are so focused on education.

The avant-noise artist Kim Gordon debuted solo music 10 years ago.

Spanish prosecutors are studying allegations that Grammy-winning singer Julio Iglesias sexually assaulted two former employees at his residences in the Dominican Republic and the Bahamas.

The Japanese and South Korean leaders agreed to deepen cooperation between their countries before they let loose with their own surprise cultural exchange in a surprise jam session drumming to K-pop hits.

Authorities say actor Kiefer Sutherland has been arrested for allegedly assaulting a ride-hail driver in Los Angeles.

Emmy Award-winning actor Timothy Busfield vowed to fight charges of child sex abuse as he turned himself in Tuesday to authorities in New Mexico.

An emotional plea by Iranian filmmaker Jafar Panahi and moving words from Ryan Coogler on the violence in Minneapolis have defined this year's National Board of Review Awards.

The BTS comeback is upon us.

Snoop Dogg has made a splash as an NBA analyst, joining Reggie Miller and Terry Gannon during the second half of Peacock's recent Warriors at Clippers broadcast.

Scott Adams, creator of the comic strip “Dilbert,” has died at 68.

News personality Chris Cuomo is returning to the satellite radio network SiriusXM, putting him on the air with both morning and evening talk shows.

Fanatics, known for sports merchandise, is diving into entertainment with Fanatics Studios.

The BBC will ask a judge to dismiss U.S. President Donald Trump's $10 billion lawsuit against the broadcaster.

Timothée Chalamet has won his first Golden Globe, calling it a good start to the year.

Organizers of Australia’s largest free literary festival have canceled the weeklong event after most writers withdrew over the removal of an Australian Palestinian writer.

A Hong Kong court moved closer to sentencing prominent democracy advocate Jimmy Lai, who was convicted under a national security law and could face up to life imprisonment.

Nathan Chasing Horse's trial is underway in Las Vegas and beginning with jury selection.

Celebrate the new year with Master Magician Curt Miller as he returns to Houston with his immersive show "The Conjurer: An Intimate Magical Experience." Find out where you can see him before all the tickets magically disappear.

Baytown is officially moving forward with the ExxonMobil Baytown Events Center, a new multi-purpose venue designed to bring concerts, sports tournaments, and community events closer to home. The City Council on Jan 8 approved Barker Rinker Seacat Architecture to lead the design of the project.

“PBS News Weekend,” the companion to the weekday “NewsHour” program, has signed off, eliminated due to federal funding cuts to public broadcasting.

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Paramount Skydance is taking another step in its hostile takeover bid of Warner Bros.

Some of the most interesting moments of the Golden Globes happen off camera.

The Golden Globes had its share of surprises and sweet moments.

Five years after video of George Floyd's killing on a Minneapolis street, video of another law enforcement action in the northern city is central to another American debate.

Nikki Glaser opened Sunday's Golden Globes with a sharp monologue.

A Hong Kong court on Monday heard arguments about the sentence for pro-democracy media founder Jimmy Lai in a landmark national security case.

Some celebrities have donned anti-ICE pins at the Golden Globes ceremony in tribute to Renee Good, who was shot and killed by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer in Minneapolis this week.

Hollywood’s awards season is underway with the 83rd Golden Globe Awards, happening now.

Ariana Grande said goodbye to her “Wicked” character Glinda’s staple color pink and went dark in a black ball gown at the Golden Globes on Sunday.

“Avatar: Fire and Ash” continues to dominate the box office, holding the top spot for a fourth consecutive week.

Israel’s official state photos from last year portend to show history in the making.

Paul Thomas Anderson’s ragtag revolutionary saga “One Battle After Another” and Chloe Zhao's Shakespeare drama “Hamnet” took top honors at Sunday’s 83rd Golden Globes, where the up-for-sale Warner Bros.

Bob Weir, guitarist, singer and founding member of the Grateful Dead, has died at age 78.

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Hollywood couple Meagan Good and Jonathan Majors have received Guinean citizenship after tracing their ancestry to the West African country.

Authorities in New Mexico have issued an arrest warrant for director and Emmy Award-winning actor Timothy Busfield to face a child sex abuse charge.

The Washington National Opera is moving performances away from the Kennedy Center.

A rare copy of the comic book that introduced the world to Superman and also was once stolen from the home of actor Nicolas Cage has been sold for a record $15 million.

A federal judge has dismissed Salt-N-Pepa's lawsuit to reclaim ownership of their master recordings from Universal Music Group.

Rapper Fetty Wap has been released from a federal prison to home confinement after serving just over half a six-year sentence for drug trafficking.

A$AP Rocky's first full-length album in eight years, “Don’t Be Dumb,” and Matt Damon and Ben Affleck reuniting in Netflix’s “The Rip” are some of the new television, films, music and games headed to a device near you.

David Bowie’s childhood home could soon become a tourist attraction.

K-pop is an inextricable force in global pop culture.

In a story published Jan. 8, 2026, about Sarah Jessica Parker and Helen Mirren getting career achievement Golden Globe awards at a separate ceremony, The Associated Press erroneously reported that they would also be acknowledged on the main Globes telecast.

Be our guest! Kyra Belle Johnson — Texas State alum and national tour lead — stars as Belle in Disney classic on stage now in Houston.