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NASA confirms Tom Cruise will film a movie in outer space
- May 07, 2020
NASA administrator Jim Bridenstine confirmed the news on Twitter on Tuesday. Camera IconThe as yet unnamed movie will be the first narrative feature to be shot in space. See more on Cruise in the video below. Additionally, the next two installments in Cruise's "Mission: Impossible" franchise have been delayed. This won't be much of a stretch for Cruise - a performer known for continuously upping the ante by tackling stunts himself. (more...)
- May 07, 2020
NASA administrator Jim Bridenstine confirmed the news on Twitter on Tuesday. Camera IconThe as yet unnamed movie will be the first narrative feature to be shot in space. See more on Cruise in the video below. Additionally, the next two installments in Cruise's "Mission: Impossible" franchise have been delayed. This won't be much of a stretch for Cruise - a performer known for continuously upping the ante by tackling stunts himself. (more...)
Video shows moment ex-US Special Forces captured after Venezuela coup attempt
- May 07, 2020
Venezuelan authorities said they arrested the group near the isolated coastal town of Chuao, about 60 kilometres west of Caracas' airport, after locals raised suspicions. He insists Mr Maduro was seeking to distract from other problems in recent days, including a deadly prison riot and a violent gang battle in the capital Caracas. (more...)
- May 07, 2020
Venezuelan authorities said they arrested the group near the isolated coastal town of Chuao, about 60 kilometres west of Caracas' airport, after locals raised suspicions. He insists Mr Maduro was seeking to distract from other problems in recent days, including a deadly prison riot and a violent gang battle in the capital Caracas. (more...)
Adele thanks essential worker 'angels' as she celebrates 32nd birthday
- May 07, 2020
This news came from a college student, Lexi Larson , who claimed that she chatted with Adele while both were taking a New Year's vacation in the Caribbean Island of Anguilla! To Buy: Nine West Dylan Pumps, $41 (was $89 ). The singer reportedly started limiting her calorie intake to 1000 a day and started attending private fitness classes including pilates. After seeing the post, several celebrities showered her with compliments. (more...)
- May 07, 2020
This news came from a college student, Lexi Larson , who claimed that she chatted with Adele while both were taking a New Year's vacation in the Caribbean Island of Anguilla! To Buy: Nine West Dylan Pumps, $41 (was $89 ). The singer reportedly started limiting her calorie intake to 1000 a day and started attending private fitness classes including pilates. After seeing the post, several celebrities showered her with compliments. (more...)
Florian Schneider dead: Kraftwerk founder dies aged 73
- May 07, 2020
Schneider founded Kraftwerk as a duo in 1970 with Ralf Hütter , who remains the band's sole remaining original member to this day (they were supposed to tour this year before coronavirus got in the way). Schneider's "innovative music left a lasting legacy and his work will continue to exert influence across various genres for years to come", said the Recording Academy in a statement. (more...)
- May 07, 2020
Schneider founded Kraftwerk as a duo in 1970 with Ralf Hütter , who remains the band's sole remaining original member to this day (they were supposed to tour this year before coronavirus got in the way). Schneider's "innovative music left a lasting legacy and his work will continue to exert influence across various genres for years to come", said the Recording Academy in a statement. (more...)
Taika Waititi to direct new Star Wars film
- May 07, 2020
Released in 2019 and directed by J.J. Abrams, the final Star Wars movie was a $1bn smash hit at the box office - and having been made available for on-demand streaming early due to the coronavirus pandemic, it's now landed on Disney Plus , where it sits alongside the rest of the Star Wars catalogue. (more...)
- May 07, 2020
Released in 2019 and directed by J.J. Abrams, the final Star Wars movie was a $1bn smash hit at the box office - and having been made available for on-demand streaming early due to the coronavirus pandemic, it's now landed on Disney Plus , where it sits alongside the rest of the Star Wars catalogue. (more...)
Joe Exotic to ask President Trump for a formal pardon
- May 07, 2020
Tiger King's Joe Exotic is planning to formally seek a pardon from Donald Trump and his legal team is planning a PR campaign involving a bus traveling to the White House to be unveiled shortly, according to TMZ . If you haven't seen Tiger King yet - check out the trailer below. The Netflix docu-series, Tiger King: Murder, Mayhem and Madness told Joe's story through a mix of archival footage and recent interviews. (more...)
- May 07, 2020
Tiger King's Joe Exotic is planning to formally seek a pardon from Donald Trump and his legal team is planning a PR campaign involving a bus traveling to the White House to be unveiled shortly, according to TMZ . If you haven't seen Tiger King yet - check out the trailer below. The Netflix docu-series, Tiger King: Murder, Mayhem and Madness told Joe's story through a mix of archival footage and recent interviews. (more...)
Space Force Trailer Promises To Deliver On The Laughs
- May 07, 2020
Now, a first full-length trailer has been dropped courtesy of Netflix . The comparison was inevitable, really; with Daniels behind the scenes, and Steve Carell leading the on-camera charge. That sounds great.' And then I called Greg, and I said, 'Hey, you want to do a show called Space Force?' And he said, 'Yeah, that sounds good. Suddenly everybody has realized that there are riches to be had on the moon. (more...)
- May 07, 2020
Now, a first full-length trailer has been dropped courtesy of Netflix . The comparison was inevitable, really; with Daniels behind the scenes, and Steve Carell leading the on-camera charge. That sounds great.' And then I called Greg, and I said, 'Hey, you want to do a show called Space Force?' And he said, 'Yeah, that sounds good. Suddenly everybody has realized that there are riches to be had on the moon. (more...)
Grimes explains the meaning of the ‘X Æ A-12’ baby name
- May 06, 2020
Multi-billionaire tech mogul Elon Musk has posted the first picture of his newborn son in response to demand coming from his fans, naming the baby "X Æ A-12 Musk". It has been an exciting month for new celebrity parents: Just last week CNN anchor Anderson Cooper announced the birth of his son Wyatt, and supermodel Gigi Hadid confirmed her pregnancy with former One Direction singer Zayn Malik . (more...)
- May 06, 2020
Multi-billionaire tech mogul Elon Musk has posted the first picture of his newborn son in response to demand coming from his fans, naming the baby "X Æ A-12 Musk". It has been an exciting month for new celebrity parents: Just last week CNN anchor Anderson Cooper announced the birth of his son Wyatt, and supermodel Gigi Hadid confirmed her pregnancy with former One Direction singer Zayn Malik . (more...)
Bella Hadid Unfollows Selena Gomez After Causing Social Media Frenzy
- May 06, 2020
As JustJared reported, Gomez re-followed Hadid back in November of previous year, though the model didn't return the favor until this weekend. However, Hadid ended up deleting the post without much of an explanation along with Selena's comment and this became a controversy in and of itself with fans of Gomez pointing out that Hadid had deleted the image. (more...)
- May 06, 2020
As JustJared reported, Gomez re-followed Hadid back in November of previous year, though the model didn't return the favor until this weekend. However, Hadid ended up deleting the post without much of an explanation along with Selena's comment and this became a controversy in and of itself with fans of Gomez pointing out that Hadid had deleted the image. (more...)
Kraftwerk co-founder Florian Schneider has died age 73
- May 06, 2020
Kraftwerk's importance can not be overstated. One of the most important musicians of the computer age, the artist died after what his longtime bandmate Ralf Hütter described as a short bout with cancer. The act promised immersive "3-D Concerts" - a concept launched in 2013 that fuses three-dimensional visuals and performance art with Kraftwerk's music catalog - that will return stateside for the first time since 2016. (more...)
- May 06, 2020
Kraftwerk's importance can not be overstated. One of the most important musicians of the computer age, the artist died after what his longtime bandmate Ralf Hütter described as a short bout with cancer. The act promised immersive "3-D Concerts" - a concept launched in 2013 that fuses three-dimensional visuals and performance art with Kraftwerk's music catalog - that will return stateside for the first time since 2016. (more...)
Royals share heartwarming messages to celebrate Archie's first birthday
- May 06, 2020
On May 6, Save The Children UK's official Instagram account shared a sweet video of Meghan Markle , 38, reading Duck! The precious son of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle got some sweet first birthday well wishes from his dad's side of the family on Wednesday. (more...)
- May 06, 2020
On May 6, Save The Children UK's official Instagram account shared a sweet video of Meghan Markle , 38, reading Duck! The precious son of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle got some sweet first birthday well wishes from his dad's side of the family on Wednesday. (more...)
You can watch Daniel Radcliffe read Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone
- May 06, 2020
Wizarding World made the surprise announcement on Twitter that read, "Surprise!" The stars will read from Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone in a series released weekly online. "The collection of free initiatives is created to help bring the magic of Harry Potter to children, parents and carers in lockdown", Spotify said in a statement. (more...)
- May 06, 2020
Wizarding World made the surprise announcement on Twitter that read, "Surprise!" The stars will read from Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone in a series released weekly online. "The collection of free initiatives is created to help bring the magic of Harry Potter to children, parents and carers in lockdown", Spotify said in a statement. (more...)
BTS to join Obamas, others, in virtual graduation ceremony
- May 06, 2020
President Obama will also speak during an event for graduates of HBCUs on May 16. The virtual event will see individual commencement speeches from Barack and Michelle Obama , whose "Reach Higher" initiative will host a full hour of content to kick off the celebration. (more...)
- May 06, 2020
President Obama will also speak during an event for graduates of HBCUs on May 16. The virtual event will see individual commencement speeches from Barack and Michelle Obama , whose "Reach Higher" initiative will host a full hour of content to kick off the celebration. (more...)
Stephanie Meyer Has A New Twilight Book, Midnight Sun
- May 06, 2020
She also says that after considering whether or not to delay the release until after the COVID-19 pandemic , she chose to go ahead because she personally finds books her "main solace and happiest escape" during this time, and she suspects many of her fans feel the same way. (more...)
- May 06, 2020
She also says that after considering whether or not to delay the release until after the COVID-19 pandemic , she chose to go ahead because she personally finds books her "main solace and happiest escape" during this time, and she suspects many of her fans feel the same way. (more...)
Robert Rodriguez Confirms Directing An Episode of The Mandalorian
- May 06, 2020
A new Star Wars movie directed by Waititi is officially in the works, with the Jojo Rabbit filmmaker writing the script with 1917 writer Krysty Wilson-Cairns. In each chapter, the docuseries explores a different facet of the first live-action series in the Star Wars universe through interviews, unedited recordings and meetings with all those involved in The Mandalorian . (more...)
- May 06, 2020
A new Star Wars movie directed by Waititi is officially in the works, with the Jojo Rabbit filmmaker writing the script with 1917 writer Krysty Wilson-Cairns. In each chapter, the docuseries explores a different facet of the first live-action series in the Star Wars universe through interviews, unedited recordings and meetings with all those involved in The Mandalorian . (more...)
Duchess of Sussex loses first round in privacy claim
- May 06, 2020
The judge also struck out allegations that the publisher deliberately "stirred up" issues between Meghan and her father, and that it had an "agenda" of publishing intrusive or offensive stories about her. The case opened last week in the United Kingdom's High Court via video conferencing due to the ongoing world health crisis. Boris Johnson's dad Stanley has lashed out at Meghan Markle , saying she was the driving force behind the couple leaving the UK for the United States and claiming ... (more...)
- May 06, 2020
The judge also struck out allegations that the publisher deliberately "stirred up" issues between Meghan and her father, and that it had an "agenda" of publishing intrusive or offensive stories about her. The case opened last week in the United Kingdom's High Court via video conferencing due to the ongoing world health crisis. Boris Johnson's dad Stanley has lashed out at Meghan Markle , saying she was the driving force behind the couple leaving the UK for the United States and claiming ... (more...)
Vanessa Bryant Uncovering Letter From Kobe Is the Best B-Day Gift
- May 06, 2020
I pray you know how loved you are today and everyday! I wish I could wake up and have you here with me. The couple's teenage daughter Gianna "Gigi" Bryant also perished in the crash. Gave it his all. He wanted to be there for every single milestone and special moment in our girls lives. The other victims in the crash were identified as, John Altobelli , the head baseball coach at Orange Coast College, his wife Keri and their daughter Alyssa Altobelli; Sarah Chester and her ... (more...)
- May 06, 2020
I pray you know how loved you are today and everyday! I wish I could wake up and have you here with me. The couple's teenage daughter Gianna "Gigi" Bryant also perished in the crash. Gave it his all. He wanted to be there for every single milestone and special moment in our girls lives. The other victims in the crash were identified as, John Altobelli , the head baseball coach at Orange Coast College, his wife Keri and their daughter Alyssa Altobelli; Sarah Chester and her ... (more...)
Adele thanks essential workers, shows off weight loss in return to Instagram
- May 06, 2020
Adele has always been handsome, that's undeniable. However, the change in her looks also drew some surprise attention. The Hello singer, 32, looked sensational in a tight black mini in a rare Instagram post, and the model, 34, couldn't help but express her delight in the comments as a result. (more...)
- May 06, 2020
Adele has always been handsome, that's undeniable. However, the change in her looks also drew some surprise attention. The Hello singer, 32, looked sensational in a tight black mini in a rare Instagram post, and the model, 34, couldn't help but express her delight in the comments as a result. (more...)
Elon Musk's Partner Grimes Confirms Baby Is Called 'X Æ A-12'
- May 06, 2020
And the Canadian musician would have good reason to be angry at Musk's erratic behaviour; their baby, you see, is due Monday. "I don't want to gender them in case that's not how they feel in their life", Grimes , 32, whose real name is Claire Boucher, told fans in a YouTube live stream in February while discussing her pregnancy. (more...)
- May 06, 2020
And the Canadian musician would have good reason to be angry at Musk's erratic behaviour; their baby, you see, is due Monday. "I don't want to gender them in case that's not how they feel in their life", Grimes , 32, whose real name is Claire Boucher, told fans in a YouTube live stream in February while discussing her pregnancy. (more...)
Nick Cordero Has 'Holes In His Lungs' From Battle With COVID-19
- May 06, 2020
In another Instagram Story , Kloots said she "thought of another Nick story to tell" fans and followers watching. He said, 'Amanda, we're gonna look at this in a positive light because the minute we look at it in any other light, there's no options.' I just truly believe that this is a story [in our lives]. (more...)
- May 06, 2020
In another Instagram Story , Kloots said she "thought of another Nick story to tell" fans and followers watching. He said, 'Amanda, we're gonna look at this in a positive light because the minute we look at it in any other light, there's no options.' I just truly believe that this is a story [in our lives]. (more...)
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