Berlin: Dramas from Ireland, Belgium, Brazil, and the Philippines win Generation 14plus

Berlin: Dramas from Ireland, Belgium, Brazil, and the Philippines win Generation 14plus

The 75th Berlin International Film Festival wrapped its Generation competition of children and youth films with honors for a diverse and powerful slate of directors, led by Irish filmmaker Brendan Canty, whose drama Christy took home the Grand Prize in the 14plus category. A raw and deeply affecting coming-of-age story, Christy follows a 17-year-old boy…

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Do Couples That Sing Together Stay Together? Tate McRae and The Kid Laroi, Sonny & Cher and More Star-Studded Duets

Do Couples That Sing Together Stay Together? Tate McRae and The Kid Laroi, Sonny & Cher and More Star-Studded Duets

From Beyoncé and Jay-Z to Camila Cabello and Shawn Mendes, take a look at the celebrity couples who have recorded songs together. Published on February 21, 2025 Tate McRae and The Kid LAROI and Sonny Bono and Cher Catherine Powell/Getty Images; CBS/Getty Images Many stars have broken the rules of not mixing work and pleasure…

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Matt Gaetz Claps Back at ‘Reacher’ Star Alan Ritchson for Calling Him a “Motherf***er”

Matt Gaetz Claps Back at ‘Reacher’ Star Alan Ritchson for Calling Him a “Motherf***er”

Matt Gaetz is clapping back at Alan Ritchson, who called him a “motherfucker” earlier this week. While speaking with GQ, the Reacher actor revealed he went to school with controversial politician Matt Gaetz while growing up in Florida. “That motherfucker. We are adversaries,” Ritchson said. “It’s shocking to me that the panhandle of Florida continues to…

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‘What Does That Nature Say to You’ Review: Hong Sang-soo Is in Top Form With a Convivial Meet-the-Parents Occasion That Goes South Before Dessert

‘What Does That Nature Say to You’ Review: Hong Sang-soo Is in Top Form With a Convivial Meet-the-Parents Occasion That Goes South Before Dessert

No figure in world cinema is as productive as South Korean one-man band Hong Sang-soo, or as consistent in exploring variations on similar themes, always from a fresh angle. With such a prolific output — he has 33 features under his belt, all but three of them made since 2000 — they can’t all be…

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Blask launches All Brands dashboard for iGaming insights

Blask launches All Brands dashboard for iGaming insights

Blask, a leading AI-driven analytics platform in the iGaming industry, has launched its new “All Brands” dashboard, offering operators a comprehensive global view of their brand performance. This advancement moves beyond localized analysis by integrating a worldwide database, enabling companies to identify growth opportunities and refine strategic priorities. Previously, iGaming operators relied on fragmented market-by-market…

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US gambling industry hits record $71.92B revenue in 2024

US gambling industry hits record $71.92B revenue in 2024

The US commercial gambling industry reached record-breaking heights in 2024, generating $71.92 billion in annual revenue, a 7.5% increase from 2023’s $66.5 billion. According to the American Gaming Association’s (AGA) Commercial Gaming Revenue Tracker, this is the fourth consecutive year of record growth. The industry also recorded its highest-ever quarterly revenue in Q4 2024, reaching…

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Alec Baldwin diagnosed with PTSD after fatal ‘Rust’ shooting: ‘I’m happier when I’m asleep’

Alec Baldwin diagnosed with PTSD after fatal ‘Rust’ shooting: ‘I’m happier when I’m asleep’

Alec Baldwin revealed he was diagnosed with PTSD after the fatal “Rust” shooting. The “30 Rock” alum reflected on the accidental death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins in the premiere episode his family’s new TLC reality series, “The Baldwins.” “He was diagnosed with PTSD, and he says in his darkest moments, ‘If an accident had to…

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