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Image: FromSoftware/Bandai Namco A24 has officially confirmed that Alex Garland’s highly anticipated Elden Ring adaptation is slated for a March 3, 2028 release. The production has secured an impressive ensemble cast featuring Heartstopper star Kit Connor, alongside Ben Whishaw, Cailee Spaeny, and Tom Burke. The stellar lineup continues with Havana Rose Liu, Sonoya Mizuno, Jonathan...

Graphic by Polygon I Images: Toei Animation/Eiichiro Oda The Italian author Italo Calvino famously remarked that a translator is an author’s greatest ally, highlighting how translation allows literature to transcend its native borders. However, true translation is far more than a simple word-for-word swap—a reality that remains a significant hurdle for even the most advanced...

Katy Perry at iHeartRadio Z100’s Jingle Ball 2024 in New York City. Kristina Bumphrey/Billboard Katy Perry recently added a touch of humor to her Italian getaway, jokingly threatening to sacrifice her credit card to Rome’s iconic Trevi Fountain in pursuit of good fortune. In a lighthearted video shared on Instagram over the weekend, the pop...

Jesy Nelson Pleads for Help After Theft of Vehicle Containing Vital Medical Gear Jesy Nelson attends the Capital Jingle Bell Ball at The O2 Arena, London. (Photo by Kate Green/Getty Images) Jesy Nelson has issued an urgent public appeal following the theft of her vehicle from her Brentwood, Essex home, which contained essential medical equipment...

Madonna (Photo by Rafael Pavarotti) Madonna’s latest anthem, “I Feel So Free,” has officially captured the top spot in this week’s fan-favorite music poll. Following a poll launched this past Friday (April 18), Billboard readers have crowned the pop icon’s newest release as the standout track of the week. Facing stiff competition from a wave...

Amy Ray and Emily Saliers of Indigo Girls during their recent appearance in Atlanta. R. Diamond/Getty Images Emily Saliers, one half of the iconic folk-rock duo Indigo Girls, has opened up about a challenging health journey. Alongside her musical partner Amy Ray, Saliers revealed that she is managing two incurable medical conditions that are significantly...

It is only recently that Christopher Bellard—widely recognized as Young MayLay, the voice behind Carl “CJ” Johnson in GTA: San Andreas—has started receiving the widespread acclaim he has long earned, including high-profile appearances alongside the lead cast of Grand Theft Auto V. Historically, however, the multifaceted actor and musician has remained notoriously private, shying away...

Image: DIC/Northern Lights Entertainment Lee Cronin’s The Mummy has arrived in theaters, offering a visceral and unsettling horror experience that breathes fresh life into the genre (though it bears no relation to the Brendan Fraser films). While that is certainly a win for horror fans, those seeking a less intense, more nostalgic excursion into the...

Dragon Ball Games Battle Hour 2026 was a whirlwind weekend, blending high-stakes esports with a treasure trove of major franchise revelations. The event offered an exclusive glimpse at Dragon Ball Super: Beerus, confirmed new expansion content for Dragon Ball Sparking! Zero, and finally pulled back the curtain on the long-rumored “Age 1000” project, officially unveiling...

Guy Oseary and Madonna Clint Spaulding/WWD/PMC Guy Oseary is publicly commending the electric chemistry between Madonna and Sabrina Carpenter following their standout collaborative performance at Coachella 2026. On Saturday, April 18, the long-time manager to the Queen of Pop took to social media to celebrate a poignant full-circle moment for Madonna. The appearance marked exactly...