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The international film community is reacting with deep concern to reports that the acclaimed Iranian director Jafar Panahi has been sentenced in absentia to one year in prison. This significant development highlights the ongoing challenges faced by visionary filmmakers who continue to use their art to address complex social and political issues within restrictive environments....

Kirill Bubenko shared hands-on strategies for scaling small studios. Indie developers frequently struggle to hire because they use specialized tools and pipelines, which narrows the pool of suitable candidates. Kirill Bubenko of Orc Group discussed this at the session “Game Dev Professions 2025: Who’s Being Hired Right Now” during the inaugural Moscow International Video Games...

SZA Denounces Online Abuse of Cynthia Erivo, Citing “Misogynoir” By Billboard Staff SZA performing at the 2025 LACMA Art+Film Gala, Los Angeles, Nov. 1, 2025. Stefanie Keenan/Getty Images SZA publicly pushed back against a wave of online harassment aimed at Cynthia Erivo, arguing that the attacks reflect an enduring blend of racism and sexism directed...

Paramount has scheduled a new Sonic-branded film for the 2028 holiday season. Paramount Pictures has unveiled plans for a new live-action Sonic feature set to debut during the 2028 holiday season. Marketed as part of a “Sonic universe,” the announcement implies this could be a character-focused spinoff rather than a direct numbered sequel. Reports from...

Madonna Condemns Administration’s Move to Curtail World AIDS Day Observances December 1, 2025 Madonna performing a set from The Celebration Tour on Copacabana Beach, May 4, 2024 — Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. WireImage for Live Nation Long an outspoken supporter of AIDS awareness, Madonna has said she will not retreat from that work — regardless...

In a significant move aimed at enhancing digital safety for younger audiences the UK regulator has officially launched a comprehensive review of ten popular mobile games to ensure better protection for children. This investigation focuses on the psychological mechanics and the implementation of monetization features such as loot boxes which have long been a topic...

Charlie Puth Pushes Back on Criticism After Super Bowl National Anthem Announcement Published December 1, 2025 Charlie Puth at the GRAMMY Hall of Fame Gala held at the Beverly Hilton on May 16, 2025 in Beverly Hills, California. JC Olivera Charlie Puth has responded to online criticism after being tapped to perform the national anthem...

The holding, which once experienced rapid growth, is now going through a difficult period. Embracer Group has now permanently divested two more companies acquired during its aggressive expansion — a stretch that collapsed after a failed $2 billion deal. Leaving the Swedish group’s umbrella are Arc Games, the publisher behind Remnant II, and Cryptic Studios,...

The live-action adaptation of the Norse saga God of War is steadily accumulating new details. Deadline reports that Prime Video has enlisted Emmy winner Frederic Tua to direct the first two episodes of the God of War series. He previously directed episodes of Shōgun, Fallout and The Boys. The project remains under the stewardship of...

Michelle Obama and Michelle Williams Join Brandy & Monica on The Boy Is Mine Tour Stop in Washington, D.C. Published: December 1, 2025 Michelle Obama and Michelle Williams. Arturo Holmes/Getty Images; Michael Loccisano/Getty Images Two high-profile Michelles made for a memorable night in Washington, D.C. On Sunday, November 30, former First Lady Michelle Obama and...

Overall, more than four thousand titles have received price reductions, including several fairly recent releases. The PlayStation Store has launched a year-end sale, offering discounts of up to 85% on a wide selection of games — including some that came out recently. Assassin’s Creed Shadows Digital Deluxe Edition (50% off — now 1,749 lira, down...

Daniel Radcliffe has passed the torch to the new actor portraying Harry Potter. Dominic McLaflin, who will play Harry Potter in HBO’s upcoming series, described the moment he received a letter from Daniel Radcliffe. The actor said the note was handed to him on a train while he was traveling home to Glasgow. In an...

Billboard Live Taipei @Billboard Live TAIPEI Trending on Billboard Credo Holdings Co., Ltd., a Tokyo-based hospitality group led by CEO Koichi Shirai, officially opened Billboard Live TAIPEI on the seventh floor of ATT 4 FUN in Taipei’s Xinyi District on November 18, 2025. The venue’s inauguration featured headline performances by Mika Nakashima; all four sets...

Greetings, Pioneers! FICS*MAS returns — now on PS5 and Xbox The festive season is upon us, and this year FICS*MAS is launching for the first time on PS5 and Xbox so everyone can join the celebrations. The event runs from December 1, 2025 through January 18, 2026. Watch the FICS*MAS trailer on YouTube If you...

Paramount intends to unveil several family-friendly releases in late 2028. Paramount has announced release dates for two films based on beloved franchises — Sonic the Hedgehog and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Both are slated for the holiday season: a live-action/CGI hybrid Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles feature will arrive in theaters on November 17, 2028, while...