Cillian Murphy has denied whispers that he’s been tapped to play Lord Voldemort in HBO’s upcoming Harry Potter television adaptation. Speaking on the Happy Sad Confused podcast, Murphy said he’s not involved and that rumors mostly reach him through his children, who occasionally point them out. He added that following Ralph Fiennes’ portrayal would be a tall order,...

A hairstyle can seal an actor’s transformation, turning a script description into a living person on screen. To honor that craft, the guild for hair and makeup artists presents awards that celebrate designers across film, television, theater and advertising. Behind every convincing look are hours of research, carefully planned continuity and close collaboration with costume designers,...

Tensions between India and Pakistan have coincided with a sharp rise in online censorship across the region.\n\nOn May 8, 2025, India issued executive orders asking X to block more than 8,000 accounts inside the country.\n\nX said the requests target a mix of high-profile users and international news organizations.\n\nThe company’s global government affairs team called the demands...

Heartstopper Season 2 Highlights Season 2 of Heartstopper ramps up the romance, with multiple pairings growing closer and emotions running high. Nick (Kit Connor) and Charlie (Joe Locke) kick things off with sunny moments and plenty of affection. Elle (Yasmin Finney) and Tao (William Gao) explore shifting feelings as their relationship evolves. Darcy (Kizzy Edgell) and Tara (Corinna Brown)...

Gillian Anderson's New Role Fresh off her second Emmy, Gillian Anderson has signed on to the upcoming western-tinged action drama The Abandons. She joins Lena Headey, who had already been announced as part of the cast. Anderson — known for The X-Files and Sex Education — earned her latest Emmy for playing Margaret Thatcher on The Crown. She’ll take on Constance, the...

Streaming Tips for Parasite The cinematic triumph "Parasite" redefined global film excellence, securing four Oscars including Best Picture with groundbreaking resonance. This South Korean sensation transcends borders yet faces digital barriers, demanding strategic access through legitimate streaming carriers. Pirated platforms tempt with fleeting availability but compromise severely—...

Industry insiders predict a lucrative Thanksgiving frame fueled by returning blockbusters and fresh offerings. Major studios anticipate significant returns as audience appetite appears insatiable during the holiday stretch. The sophomore outing for a certain boy wizard is expected to dominate ticket sales once more while its animated competitor maintains impressive momentum. Three diverse new...

Jack Thorne has been elected president of the Writers’ Guild of Great Britain, taking up the role immediately after today’s AGM.\n He succeeds Sandi Toksvig, who stepped down after serving the maximum six-year term — a period that covered the pandemic, the US writers’ strike and the rise of artificial intelligence as an industry flashpoint.\n “It’s a huge...

The Digital Voting Dilemma: Concerns Intensify as Election Day Approaches With just one month until Americans head to the polls, growing anxiety surrounds electronic voting systems across the country. Recent developments have only heightened these concerns. In a controversial decision, a New Jersey court has sealed testing results of Sequoia voting machines. Princeton researchers led by...

Best VPNs for Valorant Unlocking Valorant: Breaking Down Regional Barriers with VPNs Are you frustrated by geographical restrictions preventing you from enjoying Valorant with friends across borders? Whether you're in a country like Iran or Syria where Valorant is completely blocked, or you're simply trying to connect with teammates in different regions, these limitations can significantly...