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Met Gala 2020 postponed amid coronavirus pandemic
- March 17, 2020
Exhibit curator Tom Bolton spoke about the night's theme back in November in an interview with the New York Times . The Met itself announced last Thursday it was closing "until further notice" after two employees showed symptoms of the virus that has spread quickly around the globe, stalling millions of lives and shutting down workplaces and institutions. (more...)
- March 17, 2020
Exhibit curator Tom Bolton spoke about the night's theme back in November in an interview with the New York Times . The Met itself announced last Thursday it was closing "until further notice" after two employees showed symptoms of the virus that has spread quickly around the globe, stalling millions of lives and shutting down workplaces and institutions. (more...)
House sends amended coronavirus relief bill to Senate
- March 17, 2020
The Senate is working to "enhance it and make it better and make it fair for everybody, and that's what we're looking to do". Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin told reporters he worked with the president on the economic package. The fix is created to help get more support from pro-business Republicans. The GOP lawmakers said there wasn't adequate time to debate the implications of the legislation. (more...)
- March 17, 2020
The Senate is working to "enhance it and make it better and make it fair for everybody, and that's what we're looking to do". Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin told reporters he worked with the president on the economic package. The fix is created to help get more support from pro-business Republicans. The GOP lawmakers said there wasn't adequate time to debate the implications of the legislation. (more...)
Rachel Matthews, ‘Frozen 2’ star, tests positive for coronavirus, provides symptom timeline
- March 17, 2020
She shared a timeline of the symptoms she had been experiencing each day. Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson confirmed they tested positive last week before getting released from the hospital on Tuesday. The actress said she also lost her sense of smell and taste. In one of her stories, she shared Idris' video where he can be seen talking about his health and he tested positive despite of no symptoms. (more...)
- March 17, 2020
She shared a timeline of the symptoms she had been experiencing each day. Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson confirmed they tested positive last week before getting released from the hospital on Tuesday. The actress said she also lost her sense of smell and taste. In one of her stories, she shared Idris' video where he can be seen talking about his health and he tested positive despite of no symptoms. (more...)
Chris Martin Performs Coldplay Songs, Covers David Bowie on Instagram Live
- March 17, 2020
I can't wait to see this. Martin even actively responded to fan questions on Instagram . The Coldplay frontman began broadcasting from the social platform for the charity gig, which was arranged in collaboration with the World Health Organisation and Global Citizen . (more...)
- March 17, 2020
I can't wait to see this. Martin even actively responded to fan questions on Instagram . The Coldplay frontman began broadcasting from the social platform for the charity gig, which was arranged in collaboration with the World Health Organisation and Global Citizen . (more...)
Tom Brady Says Goodbye to Patriots
- March 17, 2020
On Tuesday morning Brady released a lengthy Instagram post announcing his departure from the team. Brady, who took over for an injured Drew Bledsoe in 2001 and rose from obscure sixth-round pick from MI to Super Bowl MVP by the end of that season, set a record with six Super Bowl rings. (more...)
- March 17, 2020
On Tuesday morning Brady released a lengthy Instagram post announcing his departure from the team. Brady, who took over for an injured Drew Bledsoe in 2001 and rose from obscure sixth-round pick from MI to Super Bowl MVP by the end of that season, set a record with six Super Bowl rings. (more...)
Odeon and Cineworld amongst cinema chains to close due to coronavirus
- March 17, 2020
The British Film Institute has closed its BFI Southbank complex with immediate effect, following the United Kingdom government's advice over the coronavirus pandemic. Thank you for your continued support and we look forward to welcoming you back at one of our cinemas soon". A statement from the organisation said: "It is with great regret that, due to the rapidly evolving Covid-19 pandemic, and following government's updated advice on 16 March, we have taken the decision to close BFI ... (more...)
- March 17, 2020
The British Film Institute has closed its BFI Southbank complex with immediate effect, following the United Kingdom government's advice over the coronavirus pandemic. Thank you for your continued support and we look forward to welcoming you back at one of our cinemas soon". A statement from the organisation said: "It is with great regret that, due to the rapidly evolving Covid-19 pandemic, and following government's updated advice on 16 March, we have taken the decision to close BFI ... (more...)
Khloe Kardashian & True Thompson, 1, Snuggle Up While Wearing Matching Pajamas
- March 17, 2020
Though Kardashian and Thompson aren't back together, they continue to co-parent True . She went ahead and wrote, "Happy Birthday @realtristan13!" "Cheering loud for you right now!" Along with it came a photo of the two of them together. (more...)
- March 17, 2020
Though Kardashian and Thompson aren't back together, they continue to co-parent True . She went ahead and wrote, "Happy Birthday @realtristan13!" "Cheering loud for you right now!" Along with it came a photo of the two of them together. (more...)
CATS Takes Home Six 'Razzie' Awards, Including Worst Picture
- March 17, 2020
California, along with other states, is recommending that gatherings with more than 50 people should be avoided at all costs. The six Razzie awards for Cats included supporting actor wins for James Corden and Rebel Wilson . While CATS took home a bulk of the "honours" of the night, Rambo: Last Blood also managed to score two wins for Worst Prequel, Remake, Rip-off or Sequel and Worst Reckless Disregard for Human Life and Public Property . (more...)
- March 17, 2020
California, along with other states, is recommending that gatherings with more than 50 people should be avoided at all costs. The six Razzie awards for Cats included supporting actor wins for James Corden and Rebel Wilson . While CATS took home a bulk of the "honours" of the night, Rambo: Last Blood also managed to score two wins for Worst Prequel, Remake, Rip-off or Sequel and Worst Reckless Disregard for Human Life and Public Property . (more...)
Coronavirus: Queen defies government's over 70s self-isolation advice
- March 17, 2020
The news comes a day after it was reported that the Queen has vacated the Buckingham Palace. Buckingham Palace has been taking what officials describe as a "sensible approach" to the Covid-19 threat. " The queen also takes stock from previous crisis and in particular, the Second World War, where her father King George insisted on staying put at Buckingham Palace throughout all the bombs and terror that surrounded them as 'we are all in it together.' Queen Elizabeth has spoken before ... (more...)
- March 17, 2020
The news comes a day after it was reported that the Queen has vacated the Buckingham Palace. Buckingham Palace has been taking what officials describe as a "sensible approach" to the Covid-19 threat. " The queen also takes stock from previous crisis and in particular, the Second World War, where her father King George insisted on staying put at Buckingham Palace throughout all the bombs and terror that surrounded them as 'we are all in it together.' Queen Elizabeth has spoken before ... (more...)
Boris Johnson's father Stanley vows to IGNORE his son's official government advice
- March 17, 2020
The Schengen border area was suspended by the European Union and national checks reintroduced as virtually every country across Europe was put into lockdown. " Boris Johnson has stated that Government is asking much more of us now than just to wash our hands", Pacifico said. But he said the country has reached the critical moment when without drastic action, the number of cases would double every five days. (more...)
- March 17, 2020
The Schengen border area was suspended by the European Union and national checks reintroduced as virtually every country across Europe was put into lockdown. " Boris Johnson has stated that Government is asking much more of us now than just to wash our hands", Pacifico said. But he said the country has reached the critical moment when without drastic action, the number of cases would double every five days. (more...)
O2 to Launch Mobile Partnership with Disney
- March 17, 2020
This is the sequel to 2013's " Frozen " which spawned the monster hit song "Let It Go", sung by Broadway superstar Idina Menzel . " Frozen 2 " follows Elsa, together with Anna, Kristoff, Olaf and Sven, on a remarkable and inspiring journey into the unknown to discover the source of her magical powers and save the kingdom of Arendelle. (more...)
- March 17, 2020
This is the sequel to 2013's " Frozen " which spawned the monster hit song "Let It Go", sung by Broadway superstar Idina Menzel . " Frozen 2 " follows Elsa, together with Anna, Kristoff, Olaf and Sven, on a remarkable and inspiring journey into the unknown to discover the source of her magical powers and save the kingdom of Arendelle. (more...)
AMC Theatres to limit attendance to 50 people per showing
- March 17, 2020
On Sunday, cinemas in NY and Los Angeles were closed by city mayors. Regal is the second-largest theater chain in the United States after AMC Theatres; they operate 543 theaters around the country. Elton John was the last. Festivals including South by Southwest in Austin, Texas, and the Tribeca Film Festival in NY have been canceled or delayed. (more...)
- March 17, 2020
On Sunday, cinemas in NY and Los Angeles were closed by city mayors. Regal is the second-largest theater chain in the United States after AMC Theatres; they operate 543 theaters around the country. Elton John was the last. Festivals including South by Southwest in Austin, Texas, and the Tribeca Film Festival in NY have been canceled or delayed. (more...)
Cathy Yan Supports Early 'Birds Of Prey' VOD Release Amid Coronavirus
- March 17, 2020
Warner Bros. announced on Monday that the R-rated action film, which opened in February and has generated $199 million to date at the worldwide box office, will be available for digital purchase on March 24 , Variety reports. It saw an accumulated global box office earnings of over $199 million and is now poised to see an uptick in viewings as it's available for digital purchase on March 24 . (more...)
- March 17, 2020
Warner Bros. announced on Monday that the R-rated action film, which opened in February and has generated $199 million to date at the worldwide box office, will be available for digital purchase on March 24 , Variety reports. It saw an accumulated global box office earnings of over $199 million and is now poised to see an uptick in viewings as it's available for digital purchase on March 24 . (more...)
German 'Big Brother' cast still unaware of global coronavirus pandemic
- March 17, 2020
In Germany, COVID-19 has infected over 7,000 people. While Canada now has 441 confirmed cases and four reported deaths, Germany has 7,610 cases and 17 people have sadly passed away. In a statement, they said: "The health and safety of our staff, crew, houseguests, and audience members are of the utmost importance and effective today, March 12, we have suspended audience members from attending live tapings of the show until further notice". (more...)
- March 17, 2020
In Germany, COVID-19 has infected over 7,000 people. While Canada now has 441 confirmed cases and four reported deaths, Germany has 7,610 cases and 17 people have sadly passed away. In a statement, they said: "The health and safety of our staff, crew, houseguests, and audience members are of the utmost importance and effective today, March 12, we have suspended audience members from attending live tapings of the show until further notice". (more...)
Taylor Swift and Ariana Grande Urge Fans to Take Coronavirus Seriously
- March 17, 2020
Meanwhile, normally-faved Chrissy Teigen felt the heat with a tweet that she admitted was "tone deaf", in which she said she was going to order in clam chowder across the country from Boston. Grande concluded with a forceful and willful call to action, "You need to care more about other people". "Are you. kidding me??" she said in a comment that included a profanity. (more...)
- March 17, 2020
Meanwhile, normally-faved Chrissy Teigen felt the heat with a tweet that she admitted was "tone deaf", in which she said she was going to order in clam chowder across the country from Boston. Grande concluded with a forceful and willful call to action, "You need to care more about other people". "Are you. kidding me??" she said in a comment that included a profanity. (more...)
LVMH to make disinfectant gels to aid French coronavirus fight
- March 17, 2020
The group is said to be using three of its perfuming manufacturing units to make hydroalcoholic gels. The disinfectant will be delivered to 39 public hospitals in Paris through the country's health authorities. This move by LVMH comes at a time when there is shortage and hiked prices of sanitizers across the world. Tesco announced its policy earlier this month, as well as the frequently purchased disaster goods, the store has made a decision to limit antibacterial gels, wipes, sprays ... (more...)
- March 17, 2020
The group is said to be using three of its perfuming manufacturing units to make hydroalcoholic gels. The disinfectant will be delivered to 39 public hospitals in Paris through the country's health authorities. This move by LVMH comes at a time when there is shortage and hiked prices of sanitizers across the world. Tesco announced its policy earlier this month, as well as the frequently purchased disaster goods, the store has made a decision to limit antibacterial gels, wipes, sprays ... (more...)
Neha Dhupia on Roadies controversy: Unacceptable that my father, daughter being abused
- March 17, 2020
Now, she took to Instagram and posted a long message. She now features as one of the gang leaders in Roadies Revolution. Evidently angry at her tweet, Rangoli shared a trolls comment and wrote, "Haha don't know when these befitting reply fresher feminists will know some mumbo jumbo rumbled in finely polished English words dnt make ur reply befitting, if u cnt make up your mind buttering both sides of the toast and playing safe seems wannabe femininsts favourite resort...(sic)". (more...)
- March 17, 2020
Now, she took to Instagram and posted a long message. She now features as one of the gang leaders in Roadies Revolution. Evidently angry at her tweet, Rangoli shared a trolls comment and wrote, "Haha don't know when these befitting reply fresher feminists will know some mumbo jumbo rumbled in finely polished English words dnt make ur reply befitting, if u cnt make up your mind buttering both sides of the toast and playing safe seems wannabe femininsts favourite resort...(sic)". (more...)
NBCUniversal Moves to Make Current Movies Available at Home
- March 17, 2020
This includes movies like Trolls World Tour , which is set to open in theaters on April 10 in the United States, and an undisclosed number of other films on Universal's 2020 release docket. Some have already delayed releasing titles, like Disney's " Mulan " and Universal's blockbuster flick "Fast and the Furious 9". "Given the rapidly evolving and unprecedented changes to consumers' daily lives during this hard time, the company felt that now was the right time to provide this option in ... (more...)
- March 17, 2020
This includes movies like Trolls World Tour , which is set to open in theaters on April 10 in the United States, and an undisclosed number of other films on Universal's 2020 release docket. Some have already delayed releasing titles, like Disney's " Mulan " and Universal's blockbuster flick "Fast and the Furious 9". "Given the rapidly evolving and unprecedented changes to consumers' daily lives during this hard time, the company felt that now was the right time to provide this option in ... (more...)
Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson Leave Hospital After Coronavirus Diagnoses
- March 17, 2020
Recently, the actor came in news for having documented their self-quarantine activities - from making a Spotify playlist called " Quarantunes " to talking to fans on social media . " Tom ", she wrote. "What are you doing?" During the scene, Hanks, voicing himself, states, "This is Tom Hanks saying if you see me in person, please, leave me be". (more...)
- March 17, 2020
Recently, the actor came in news for having documented their self-quarantine activities - from making a Spotify playlist called " Quarantunes " to talking to fans on social media . " Tom ", she wrote. "What are you doing?" During the scene, Hanks, voicing himself, states, "This is Tom Hanks saying if you see me in person, please, leave me be". (more...)
Contestant gets Katy Perry to dance on last night of auditions
- March 17, 2020
She successfully caught a gold ticket to Hollywood. Within the ebook, she wrote that her objective was to be on American Idol . Richie described her singing voice as sweet and honest, saying it was kind of a "yodel cry". Luke Stafford was the next actor, but he failed to captivate the hearts of the judges. While singers will have the freedom to choose their pairings, the new format also pits them against their partner, meaning that each performer will have to decide whether they want to ... (more...)
- March 17, 2020
She successfully caught a gold ticket to Hollywood. Within the ebook, she wrote that her objective was to be on American Idol . Richie described her singing voice as sweet and honest, saying it was kind of a "yodel cry". Luke Stafford was the next actor, but he failed to captivate the hearts of the judges. While singers will have the freedom to choose their pairings, the new format also pits them against their partner, meaning that each performer will have to decide whether they want to ... (more...)
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