Japanese writer Ryu Murakami dies at 74
Author Ryu Murakami, whose daring works explored sex, violence and youth culture and were translated around the world, has died, his publisher announced Friday. He was 74 years old. “We are deeply and unbearably saddened to learn of the untimely passing…
Sacha Baron Cohen: Backlash against new Ali G film part of trend to silence Jews
British Jewish actor Sacha Baron Cohen, whose “Ali G: Who Iz I?” debuted Friday, suggested that calls to boycott the film about the aspiring black rapper he plays is an example of how “Jews are being targeted.” “We’re in a world where…
Prince William talks Christopher Nolan and traitors on the Graham Norton Show
Prince William made a surprise appearance on Graham Norton’s couch, where he admitted he’s a “big fan” of director Christopher Nolan and game show “The Traitors.” The episode, which was recorded on Thursday and will…
Movie review: ‘Wicker’ loses sight of what makes it wonderful
Drink? Olivia Colman would. Photo: Black Bear/Everett Collection Desire has the power to destroy us. This strips us bare to the posts. It reveals what motivates us, what delights us and teaches how to let passion guide us. Wicker — directed by Eleanor…
There’s a new trend when it comes to toxic dating: “padding.” Is this cheating?
You may have heard of “breadcrumbing,” when someone gives a romantic prospect just enough attention to keep them interested. But what happens if someone does the same thing while already in a relationship? This is called “cushioning,” a…
Collin Gosselin refutes his sister Hannah’s comments about their relationship
Hannah Gosselin released a statement about her relationship with her brother Collin, in which she said she hasn’t spoken to him in almost a year. Collin has written a new memoir, In the Shadow of Eight: Surviving the Reality of My Childhood. When…
Tom Hanks returns to Broadway for new play “This World of Tomorrow”
Tom Hanks will star in the play “This World of Tomorrow,” marking his return to Broadway for the first time in 14 years. Hanks was last on Broadway in Nora Ephron’s play “Lucky Guy” in 2013, which earned him a Tony Award nomination.…
David Spade Tells Critics to ‘Relax’ as Shane Gillis Faces Backlash Over ‘SNL’ Joke
David Spade thinks people get a little too comfortable being offended. Spade defended comedians’ right to push boundaries, even when their material falls short during an episode of his podcast, “Fly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David…
Duchess Meghan ‘deeply distressed’ as father Thomas Markle faces child sex abuse investigation
London – Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, said in a statement sent to CBS News on Friday that she was “deeply distressed” by reports that her father, Thomas Markle, is being investigated by Philippine authorities for alleged possession of…
James Bond: Jack Lowden and Callum Turner to test this weekend, reports say – BBC News Africa
James Bond: Jack Lowden and Callum Turner to test this weekend, reports say BBC James Bond Screen Tests Happen This Weekend: Finalists Emerge For Next 007 Movie The Hollywood Reporter James Bond finalists will test for their roles this week – reports The…