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Introduction to Kylie Jenner’s New Venture Kylie Jenner is venturing into music. On Monday night, Terror Jr released “Fourth Strike,” a single featuring Jenner’s vocals. The track is a sequel to Jr’s 2016 song "3 Strikes," which Jenner appeared in the music video to promote the launch of her Kylie Cosmetics glosses that same year. Background and Inspiration The song is also still often associated with her outlandish alter ego known as "King Kylie." After the song was released, the beauty mogul came forward on Instagram to share a carousel of photos and videos of herself recording and listening to…
Introduction to Maria Grazia Chiuri’s New Role Maria Grazia Chiuri has been named chief creative officer of Fendi, the house announced today. Chiuri will present her first collection for Fall/Winter 2026 during Milan Fashion Week next February. The appointment comes six months after she left the position of creative director at Dior. It also represents a homecoming of sorts: Chiuri, a Roman, worked as an accessories designer at Fendi for 10 years between 1989 and 1999, where she led the development of the house’s signature Baguette bag. Reaction from LVMH Group Chairman and CEO "Maria Grazia Chiuri is one of…
Tony Caunter: A Legendary Actor Passes Away Introduction to Tony Caunter Tony Caunter, a renowned British actor, has sadly passed away at the age of 88. He was best known for his role as Roy Evans in the popular British soap opera, EastEnders. Caunter played a car dealer who had a keen interest in Pat Butcher, a character played by Pam St Clement. Career Highlights During his time on EastEnders, which spanned from 1994 to 2003, Caunter’s character was involved in several notable storylines. One of the most memorable was Pat’s affair with her ex-husband, Frank Butcher, played by Mike…
Upcoming Horror Movie Release Focus Features has confirmed that it has picked up the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) horror hit, and will be releasing it on an unspecified date in 2026. The company has acquired the rights to distribute the film in most of the world, except for France, New Zealand, and Russia. The Movie Plot The film is about a hopeless romantic who faces supernatural problems when he breaks the mysterious "One Wish Willow" to win over his crush. This debut horror film from Curry Barker has already gained attention at the TIFF, premiering in the "Midnight Madness"…
Exclusive Film News Production for the indie coming-of-age film, The ditch, has been completed. The film features a talented cast, including Laura Benanti, Carlos Miranda, Chris Diamantopoulos, and newcomer Jagger Rodriguez. The ditch is written and directed by Nicholas Manuel Pino. Plot and Inspiration The film is set in 1994, against the backdrop of the US World Cup. It follows the story of 11-year-old Nicky, played by Jagger Rodriguez, who inspires his friends to fall in love with soccer. As Nicky is placed on a competitive team, he must decide whether to focus on winning or keeping the game fun.…
Global Economic Outlook The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revised its forecasts for economic growth, increasing its predictions for both the US and global economies. Global economic growth is now expected to be 3.2% this year, up from the previous forecast of 2.8%. This change in forecast has led to questions about whether the fund has conceded victory to Donald Trump and if it is no longer worried about the economic impact of tariffs. Tariffs and Economic Growth The IMF’s semi-annual analysis of economic trends, the Global Economic Outlook (WEO), provides insights into the state of the world economy. According…
Government Shutdown Looms Introduction to the Crisis The country is facing a potential government shutdown due to the refusal of President Donald Trump and the Republican Party to meet with Democrats and reach an agreement. This disagreement is centered around protecting health care funding from cuts. Reasons Behind the Shutdown The House Democratic leader has accused the Republican Party of "driving the country into a government shutdown" by not engaging in negotiations. This lack of cooperation has led to a stalemate, with no clear resolution in sight. Preparations for the Shutdown In anticipation of a potential shutdown, Trump’s budget office…
Introduction to the Faith & Media Impact Report The entertainment industry is filled with talented individuals who create compelling stories centered around faith and spirituality. To recognize these storytellers, Variety’s Faith & Media Impact Report is set to be released on December 3rd. This report highlights a thriving segment of the industry that showcases creative experiences to a broad audience. What to Expect from the Report The list will feature directors, writers, creators, studio heads, and others who have made a significant impact in the world’s major faiths and spiritualities over the past year. These individuals will be recognized for…
Introduction to Chanel’s New Era Fashion cannot exist without changes, but some changes transcend the season. When it was announced last year that Chanel no longer had a creative director, people across the industry looked to the house with nervous anticipation. For almost 40 years, Chanel had expressed the vision of one man: Karl Lagerfeld. After his death in 2019, his long-time deputy Virginie Viard continued his style. Viard’s departure last year opened up one of the highest places in the fashion world, but also raised the possibility that Chanel’s taste could take a surprising turn. The New Creative Director…
Taylor Swift Concert Film and Documentary Coming to Disney+ The full Taylor Swift concert film, The Era Tour | The last show, with the entire Tortured Poets Department set, and a documentary of the tour are coming to stream. The film and the first two episodes of the documentary, Taylor Swift | The Era Tour | The end of an era, will be released on Disney+ on December 12th. Announcement and Background Swift announced the news, including the six-episode behind-the-scenes documentary, on her social media Monday morning. She stated that it was the end of an era and they wanted…