Friday, August 14, 2026

Disney’s new TikTok deal lets fans build videos from Star Wars and Marvel clips

A new agreement will let TikTok users drop official clips from Star Wars, Toy Story and Marvel into their own videos, starting with a US test.

Nolan’s “The Odyssey” Smashes Box Office Records with Over 2.5 Billion Kronor Debut

Christopher Nolan's latest epic, "The Odyssey," roared past expectations in its opening weekend, pulling in the equivalent of more than 2.5 billion kronor at the global box office. Marking a milestone in filmmaking, "The Odyssey" is the first feature ever shot entirely using IMAX cameras....

Ron Howard Steps Outside His Comfort Zone With Dark New Thriller “Eden”

Ron Howard may be one of Hollywood’s most celebrated filmmakers, but even an Oscar-winning director isn’t immune to nerves. The 71-year-old admitted he felt anxious about bringing his latest project, Eden, to life,...

Queen Sonja of Norway brings a 1902 coronation tiara out of the vault

Norway's Queen Sonja wore the Maltese Cross Circlet, part of Queen Alexandra's 1902 coronation jewels, pairing the all-diamond tiara with a flag-red gown for a rare outing.

Circul8 Partners With Influencers For Breakthrough Campaign

Circul8, an independent agency based in Sydney, rolled out a remarkable campaign in partnership with the Australian beverage brand nudie, showcasing a tailored use of influencer marketing. Entrusted with orchestrating all creative and influencer coordination,...

Inside Circul8’s Creative Studio: Where Ideas Come To Life

Walk into Circul8’s Sydney studio on any weekday, and the buzz is unmistakable. The open workspace fills with laughter, the click of keyboards, and bursts of creative chatter that mark a team genuinely...

From Nightclubs to Orchestras: Why The Buddyhood Publishing is Reframing Children’s Attention in the Age of Screens

The Buddyhood Publishing has chosen a subject many children’s and young adult publishers still handle cautiously: the internet’s effect on how young people think, compare, and form judgment. Its UNFOLLOW graphic novel series...

Laufey Embraces Vulnerability And Complexity On Daring New Album A Matter of Time

Icelandic-Chinese jazz-pop sensation Laufey is ready to show the world a side of herself that fans haven’t yet seen. Known for her soft-spoken persona and whimsical, vintage-inspired aesthetic, the Grammy-winning artist is pushing boundaries with her third studio album, A Matter of Time, released on August 22. “The world has come to know me as this fairly soft-spoken, buttoned-up girl that dances down the street with ribbons in her hair, and I totally am that,” the 26-year-old tells “But I also can be angry and anxious as well.” The 14-track album, which Laufey describes as her “most daring project,” threads her signature dreamy and coquettish sound with a deeper current of...

Nolan’s “The Odyssey” Smashes Box Office Records with Over 2.5 Billion Kronor Debut

Christopher Nolan's latest epic, "The Odyssey," roared past expectations in its opening weekend, pulling in the equivalent of more than 2.5 billion kronor at...

EOME Residences Sold 87% Of Its Palm Jumeirah Villas Through Private Channels With No Public Marketing

Blue Haven Real Estate Development LLC has revealed that 21 of the 24 villas...

Xvision AI Shatters Industry Barriers With All-In-One Traffic Intelligence That Thinks For Itself

For years, intelligent transport projects have been held back by a familiar set of constraints. Cities invest in loops, radar, thermal sensors, and cameras, only to discover that each device solves a narrow...

The Cartier Women’s Initiative Marks Its 20th Anniversary in Bangkok

The Cartier Women's Initiative gathered more than 700 guests at Chulalongkorn University in Bangkok on June 10 for its annual awards ceremony, honoring the 2026 cohort of fellows recognized for their visionary work...

Penelope’s Category Problem: Where Does Universal Put Anne Hathaway on the ‘Odyssey’ Ballot?

Awards Circuit Column: The season's first real strategy puzzle has arrived early, and the Academy's own record book supports...

Infimobile’s Proprietary Cloud Platform Challenges Legacy MVNO Infrastructure

Infimobile is among a new generation of mobile virtual...

When Consumers Hold the Key to Economic Survival

In cities where storefront lights still flicker on before...

Nolan’s “The Odyssey” Smashes Box Office Records with Over 2.5 Billion Kronor Debut

Christopher Nolan's latest epic, "The Odyssey," roared past expectations in its opening weekend, pulling in the equivalent of more than 2.5 billion kronor at...

Penelope’s Category Problem: Where Does Universal Put Anne Hathaway on the ‘Odyssey’ Ballot?

Awards Circuit Column: The season's first real strategy puzzle has arrived early, and the Academy's own record book supports both answers — including one...

Anne Hathaway’s 13 Greatest Screen Performances, From Genovia to Ithaca

Twenty-five years, one Oscar, and a 2026 that has her playing Penelope for Christopher Nolan. Here's where every great Hathaway performance lands. A cowgirl married...

Katseye’s New Documentary Trailer Arrives as a Tribute to Fans

Handling sudden, overwhelming fame is one of the hardest things a young artist can face, and Katseye may understand that better than most. The...

The Cartier Women’s Initiative Marks Its 20th Anniversary in Bangkok

The Cartier Women's Initiative gathered more than 700 guests at Chulalongkorn University in Bangkok on June 10 for its annual awards ceremony, honoring the...