The expanded edition brings together five recordings from the creative period surrounding the production of "Foreign Tongues." In addition to "Who You Callin' Crazy," it will include the tracks "Where There's A Will," featuring Steve Winwood on the organ; "Human Tide"; "Bad Luck Hideaway" and "She Still Comes Around."

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The new song was written by Mick Jagger and Keith Richards, and produced by Andrew Watt. The recording features Jagger on vocals and electric guitar; Richards and Ronnie Wood on electric guitars; Steve Jordan on drums; Watt on bass and tambourine; Matt Clifford on piano, organ and Rhodes piano; and Courtney Pine on saxophone.

The track was mixed by Serban Ghenea at MixStar Studios in Virginia Beach, Va., while Randy Merrill handled the mastering at Sterling Sound in Edgewater, N.J.

According to Page Six and The New York Post, the 54-year-old star of "Legally Blonde" and "Cruel Intentions," faces two state charges of second-degree assault. If convicted, she could face between two and seven years in prison.

It all began Sunday night, on a flight from Los Angeles to John F. Kennedy International Airport. Before landing, Blair allegedly struck one flight attendant and bit another. Police told the NYP that both crew members were seriously injured and that one had to be hospitalized. Officers were waiting for the plane on the ground, and the actress was subdued on board and arrested. In an audio recording obtained by TMZ, she can be heard screaming and begging to be let go as she was being removed from the aircraft.

The state charges, however, do not refer to what happened in the air. According to the criminal complaint cited by the New York tabloid, Blair freed one leg from the straps on the stretcher during her ambulance transfer from Terminal 4 and kicked a Port Authority Police officer several times in the face, neck and chest. The officer ended up with a swollen jaw. Once at Jamaica Hospital, the actress allegedly kicked a nurse in the chest as the nurse was moving her to receive further medical attention.

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What happened inside the plane is being handled separately. The FBI is investigating the case, and sources consulted by the NYP anticipate that Blair will face at least one federal charge for assault committed within the special maritime and territorial jurisdiction of the United States. It is not a felony, but it can carry a sentence of up to one year in prison.

According to reports, during the arraignment, Blair appeared very distraught, and one of her attorneys, Joshua Reitzas, wiped away her tears. The judge ordered that she remain handcuffed in the courtroom despite the defense's request and set bail at $20,000 in cash or $60,000 by bond. The actress paid in cash and left the building limping, without making any statements. A protection order in favor of the nurse also remained in effect.

Her other attorney, Shawn Barnes, attributed the incident to a combination of factors. He explained that Blair, who suffers from multiple sclerosis, had missed several doses of the medication that controls her neurological symptoms, had just come off several days of grueling work on a film set and had fallen and hit her head during the flight. "These factors, coupled with the altitude, resulted in a state of severe confusion and disorientation," he told the court.

Reitzas, for his part, asked that his client's track record be taken into account and described her as a role model. The judge, however, did not grant this request. "Ms. Blair should not get special treatment because she is a celebrity," she said.

A representative for the actress assured Page Six that Blair suffered a medical emergency, that she was treated upon landing and that her condition is stable.

Delta Airlines, on the other hand, condemned the incident and reiterated that the safety of passengers and crew is its top priority.

The news was confirmed on Monday by local authorities and his representatives to the TMZ news site, noting that the cause of death is being investigated as an apparent suicide.

"It is with deep sadness that we share the tragic passing of the beloved actor, philanthropist, and passionate advocate for the rights of people with disabilities, RJ Mitte," the artist's spokespeople stated in an official statement sent to the media.

A career guided by talent and overcoming adversity

Mitte, who was diagnosed with cerebral palsy at an early age, turned his condition into a platform to build a solid and authentic artistic career.

His performance across 56 episodes of "Breaking Bad" not only earned critical and public acclaim but also served to break down barriers in the American entertainment industry regarding the inclusion and representation of people with physical disabilities.

Alongside his professional work in productions such as "The Oak Room," "The Recall" and "The Guardians of Justice," the actor devoted years of work as an ambassador for United Cerebral Palsy and Shriners Children's hospitals, advocating for the value of individual effort and personal growth.

A tragic end amid plans for the future

Mitte's passing has caused deep sorrow among his close circle, given that the actor maintained busy professional and personal schedules. Recently, Mitte had continued to actively participate in projects in the film and television industry.

During a recent interview on "The Joe Vulpis Podcast," recorded weeks ago and aired earlier this month, the actor expressed optimism about his next professional steps, revealing that he had just signed on for a new movie and was continuing to promote his charitable initiatives.

Texas law enforcement officials reported that the investigation into the incident is ongoing.

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Through a post on Instagram, the British artist announced that his The Final Encore Tour—which will begin in March of next year in Dublin, Ireland, and will feature performances in numerous British and European cities such as London, United Kingdom; Amsterdam, Netherlands; Berlin, Germany and Copenhagen, Denmark—will be the final chapter of his legendary musical career.

"Well, here we go… one last time! Come and see me on my The Final Encore Tour for one more round of rock ’n’ roll. I’m really looking forward to it," wrote Stewart, 81.

Concert cancellations in the U.S. and health issues

The British singer's musical career has at times been affected by his health issues, to the point that he has even had to cancel some of his concerts. The most recent time this happened was just a month ago, when heart surgery forced him to take a break for a few weeks and cancel scheduled performances in the United States.

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Previously, Stewart—known for hits such as "Maggie May," "Sailing, Baby Jane" and "Da Ya Think I'm Sexy?"—had suffered from other health issues. In 2000 he was diagnosed with thyroid cancer. The artist was able to recover, though he had to relearn how to sing from scratch through months of vocal therapy.

Years later, in 2016, he was diagnosed with early-stage prostate cancer, though he did not publicly acknowledge it until he completed treatment and was completely cancer-free in 2019. In addition, he has undergone several orthopedic surgeries, including a hip replacement and knee surgery.

Known as much for his unmistakable vocal tone as for his flamboyant style, his extravagant jackets and his signature hairstyle, Stewart has been much more than a musician: he has embodied the pure essence of festive, elegant and unapologetic rock and roll.

The 36-year-old American singer arrived at the ceremony tied with Beyoncé at 30 awards each, but broke the tie by receiving the first Artist Director Honors, a new award created by MTV to recognize the work of artists behind the scenes and their contribution to the direction and narrative of music videos.

The award brought Swift's total to 31 trophies, officially making her the most-awarded artist in VMA history. MTV had already announced before the ceremony that the honor would ensure Swift would surpass the record she shared with Beyoncé.

Swift also took home the award for Video of the Year, which she dedicated to the late country music legend Dolly Parton, according to the news agency.

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The singer also took advantage of the ceremony to premiere the music video for her new single, "Patient Zero," starring actors Colin Farrell and Dakota Johnson.

However, Swift did not win in all the major categories. The award for Artist of the Year went to Madonna, who returned to the VMA stage for the first time in more than two decades.

The so-called "Queen of Pop," 68, opened the show and once again stole the spotlight on one of the ceremony's biggest nights, more than 20 years after her memorable 2003 performance alongside Britney Spears and Christina Aguilera.

Another highlight was the tribute to Nirvana, which received the Video Vanguard Award, MTV's highest honor for a lifetime achievement in music video. The band became the first group in more than two decades to receive this distinction.

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"Nirvana continues to resonate so deeply because people are still hungry for authenticity," said bassist Krist Novoselic, according to AFP.

The ceremony, held in Los Angeles, was hosted by rapper Snoop Dogg and broadcast on CBS and MTV.

Among the vast number of those who managed to transcend and leave their mark on the U.S. cultural landscape, these are the most prominent.

Gloria Estefan: The Cuban-American voice that brought Caribbean rhythms to the mainstream

She is one of the key figures for understanding the expansion of Latin music in the country. The talented Cuban-American singer managed to turn sounds associated with Caribbean music into hits on the U.S. market, to the point where her impact goes far beyond having been the one who paved the way for subsequent generations of Latin artists who are successful today. Her international success with Miami Sound Machine, particularly with songs like "Conga," made Latin rhythms a regular part of the American pop repertoire.

Her influence was recognized even by U.S. cultural institutions, culminating in 2019 when she and her husband Emilio Estefan became the first Hispanics to receive the Gershwin Prize for Popular Song from the Library of Congress.

Selena: The phenomenon that transcended Tejano music

Before becoming an icon of Latin music, Selena Quintanilla was a young Mexican-American woman who helped bring Tejano music to much wider audiences.

Although her career ended abruptly in 1995, her influence did not fade. Her posthumously released album, “Dreaming of You,” became a commercial phenomenon and reached No. 1 on the Billboard 200, cementing her place in American music history.

Selena's legacy subsequently extended to film, fashion and popular culture, to the point where she eventually became one of the greatest Hispanic-American icons in history.

Robert Rodríguez: The filmmaker who brought his Mexican roots to Hollywood

In cinema, few names better represent the emergence of a new generation of Hispanic-American filmmakers than Robert Rodríguez. Born in San Antonio, Texas, Rodríguez gained international recognition with "El Mariachi," an independent production made on an extraordinarily small budget that went on to become a landmark of independent cinema and a cult classic starring the great Antonio Banderas.

Eventually, films such as "Desperado," "From Dusk Till Dawn," "Spy Kids" and the blockbusters "Sin City" and "Machete" would follow, cementing a career that blended Hollywood with elements of Mexican and Latino culture. In several of those films, Rodríguez collaborated with the legendary Quentin Tarantino, with whom he eventually struck up a friendship and even co-founded the production company A Band Apart.

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Rodríguez belongs to a generation of directors who helped reshape the presence of Hispanics behind the camera in the United States. The Library of Congress includes him among the prominent Latino filmmakers who emerged during the 1980s and 1990s.

Luis Valdez: From Chicano theater to Hollywood

He represents an influence that is as unique as it is monumentally important, given that his work was fundamental to the development of Chicano theater, to the point that he would later reach a national audience with his film "La Bamba." The film, released in 1987, told the story of Mexican-American musician Ritchie Valens and became a cultural and commercial success in the United States, with particular significance in placing a Mexican-American family and a story directly linked to Hispanic identity in the country at the center of Hollywood.

Valdez also wrote and directed "Zoot Suit," a seminal work on the Mexican-American experience. Both "La Bamba" and "Zoot Suit" are part of the Library of Congress's National Film Registry.

Bad Bunny: The artist who turned Spanish into a global language of pop

If Gloria Estefan helped open the doors of the U.S. market to Latin music and Selena turned Mexican-American identity into a national phenomenon, Bad Bunny represents a new era: that of the artist who reached the top of the global charts and conquered the U.S. market without abandoning Spanish.

Puerto Rican Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio was the world's most-streamed artist on Spotify in 2025, with 19.8 billion streams. In addition, "Debí Tirar Más Fotos" was the most-streamed album globally that year and topped the Billboard 200. In fact, his impact also reached historic proportions in the United States, as the album won the 2026 Grammy for album of the year, becoming the first album entirely in Spanish to receive the Recording Academy's highest honor.

Far from being an unusual feat for him, the truth is that Bad Bunny had already broken another barrier in 2020 when "El Último Tour del Mundo" became the first album entirely in Spanish to reach No.1 on the Billboard 200.

His influence isn't limited to digital platforms either. In June 2026, he became the first Latin artist to surpass $1 billion in touring revenue, and also the first to reach that figure without performing music in English. More than simply representing the growth of reggaeton, Bad Bunny has proven that an artist can become one of the biggest stars on the planet without adapting his language to the English-speaking market.

Rita Moreno: A Hollywood pioneer

This legendary actress represents an earlier generation of artists who had to carve out a path for themselves in an industry where the roles available to Hispanic actors were considerably more limited. Born in Puerto Rico, Moreno built a career spanning decades in Hollywood and achieved one of the highest honors possible by becoming the first Hispanic actress to win an Oscar.

Her portrayal of Anita in "West Side Story" made her a legendary figure in American cinema. She later also won an Emmy, a Grammy and a Tony, becoming one of the few artists to achieve the so-called EGOT.

Her career is particularly significant because Moreno did not merely accumulate awards: she helped pave the way for subsequent generations of Hispanic actors in the American film industry, to the point that many believe that the large number of Hispanic actors who are prominent in Hollywood today owe a great deal to her pioneering work.

Spotify identifies "Despacito," by Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee featuring Justin Bieber, as one of the major turning points in this growth. The song's success played a major role in the increase in Spanish-language music streams recorded in 2017.

The song, originally released by Luis Fonsi and later turned into an international phenomenon with the remix featuring Justin Bieber, is also included in Spotify's list of the 100 best pop songs of the streaming era. The platform notes that its success helped foreshadow the growth of Hispanic music within the international pop scene.

The impact of that expansion can also be seen in Spotify's historical charts. Bad Bunny ranks second among the platform's most-streamed artists of all time, trailing only Taylor Swift, while J Balvin appears at No. 15. The data reflects cumulative global streams through April 2026.

In Bad Bunny's case, his reach is also reflected in his albums. "Un Verano Sin Ti" ranks first among the most-streamed albums of all time on Spotify, ahead of "Starboy" by The Weeknd.

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An expansion that goes beyond reggaeton

The growth of Spanish-language music is part of a broader expansion of Hispanic music on digital platforms. Spotify reported in September 2025 that Latin music accounted for more than 27% of the platform's global streams, up from 8% a decade earlier.

During that period, global streams of Latin music on Spotify increased by more than 2,500%, according to data published by the company.

The platform also highlighted the evolution of genres such as corridos tumbados and Mexican music, which have contributed to the international growth of Latin music beyond reggaeton and urban music.

Nor is this expansion limited to a small group of established artists. Spotify noted in August 2026 that Latin music's international presence continues to grow and mentioned, among others, Colombian artist Ryan Castro as one of the artists reaching new audiences outside the region.

As exclusively revealed by the website TMZ, local authorities expected the company to formalize its decision early this week, although the public announcement remains temporarily on hold while logistical details are worked out.

The imminent departure is a direct consequence of the legal battle led by California Attorney General Rob Bonta alongside 11 other state attorneys general to block the merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. through an antitrust lawsuit.

The studio's CEO, David Ellison, had made keeping the headquarters in California contingent on the signing of an out-of-court settlement that would put an end to the litigation. However, the deadline set for October 1 appears set to pass without an agreement between the parties, triggering the definitive breakup.

A corporate exodus that dismantles the entertainment hub

Paramount's potential move to states with a significantly more welcoming business climate, such as Texas, Tennessee, or Georgia, would represent a structural loss for the Los Angeles economy.

Sources close to the process indicate that the positions of Gavin Newsom's administration and Ellison's leadership became irreconcilable after months of fruitless talks.

The departure of the historic studio is not an isolated incident, but rather the acceleration of a structural phenomenon. In recent years, the combination of high tax burdens, bureaucratic hurdles, and stifling regulatory environments has led iconic productions such as "American Idol" to relocate their operations to states like Georgia.

When asked about reports of its imminent departure from California, Paramount spokespeople simply responded with a "no comment."

Meanwhile, within the film industry, the perception is taking hold that the loss of a giant like Paramount deals a devastating blow to the commercial and industrial ecosystem that has defined Hollywood for a century.

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Apple TV's Widow's Bay, which stars Matthew Rhys as the leader of an isolated New England island that appears to be haunted, emerged as one of the most talked-about debut series of the year, and now has the trophies to back up the buzz. Rhys, Kate O'Flynn and Stephen Root all claimed acting prizes for their roles in the hit show.

Rhys -a winner for best drama actor for The Americans in 2018- earned his first comedy Emmy and also triumphed as lead actor in a limited series for his sinister turn in The Beast in Me. He earned the best comedy series prize in his role as producer.

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The strong night for Widow's Bay meant disappointment for Hacks, the already decorated tale of a stand-up comedian trying to revive her career and the dysfunctional millennial assistant who helps her. But its star Jean Smart repeated as best comedy actress -her fifth award for the series in as many seasons. "What a ride this has been!" Smart said.

The win was her eighth acting Emmy, tying her with Julia Louis-Dreyfus and Cloris Leachman for the most ever by a performer. Minutes later, Allison Janney equalled the record with her win for best drama supporting actress for The Diplomat.

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Host Mariska Hargitay, the Law and Order: SVU star, opened the gala with song and dance, belting out a I Love TV Screens parody of Joan Jett's classic I Love Rock 'n' Roll. And she recruited her superstar friends to do pre-taped segments, including New York Knicks basketball champion Jalen Brunson and none other than Taylor Swift.

The pop titan's taped sketch drew laughs for its insider industry jokes.

'The Pitt' won its second consecutive Emmy for best drama

The Pitt won its second consecutive Emmy for best drama. The smash series follows stressed workers in a Pittsburgh emergency room, with each episode unfolding in real time. The hit had led all shows with 25 nominations, and clocked six statuettes by night's close.

Star Noah Wyle, who has racked up many awards for his leading role, won his second straight acting prize, and took home another statuette for best series as one of its producers. "I grew up in LA. I'm a Hollywood kid. I was raised on a television, and movie theaters were my place of worship. This is all I've ever wanted to do and this is the only club I've ever wanted to join. Thank you for accepting me," Wyle told the audience.

Pluribus star Rhea Seehorn nabbed the statuette for best actress in a drama.

Fiery speech against the merger between Paramount and Warner Bros

HBO Max's DTF St Louis -the tale of a middle-aged love triangle gone wrong- won the night's top limited series prize, bringing its total to seven.

And Sally Field notched the award for best actress in a limited series or television movie, for her turn in Remarkably Bright Creatures. The beloved performer gave a fiery speech that offered thinly veiled criticism of efforts to merge Paramount and Warner Bros: "Our diversity, our unique storytelling matters. We can't let those voices be silenced or compromised or merged," Field said.

Dolly Parton, Rob Reiner, Catherine O'Hara...

The 78th Emmy Awards gala featured a tribute to late country music icon Dolly Parton, who was also an Emmy winner. "She was genuine and humble, supportive and blisteringly funny," said Field, her co-star in the film Steel Magnolias, who then introduced country singer Reba McEntire to sing 'Appalachian Memories.'

Noah Kahan sang 'Bridge Over Troubled Water' during the broadcast's In Memoriam segment, which included a heartfelt remembrance of Catherine O'Hara including an onstage appearance by Macaulay Culkin, her co-star in the Home Alone movies, and her Schitt's Creek castmates Annie Murphy and Dan Levy.

Jamie Lee Curtis delivered a tearful homage to Rob Reiner, calling the late filmmaker and actor -who won a posthumous Emmy for a guest spot on The Bear- "generous and kind and funny as hell."

The gala was heavy on TV nostalgia, with Buffy the Vampire Slayer stars Sarah Michelle Gellar and David Boreanaz and Charlie's Angels legends Kate Jackson, Cheryl Ladd, and Jaclyn Smith among the presenters.

The lawsuit was filed on September 3 with the Preliminary Investigation Section of the Central Court of First Instance, according to a report on Friday by Women's Link Worldwide, the organization providing legal support to the two women, AFP reported.

The complainants, publicly identified by the pseudonyms Rebeca and Laura to protect their identities, are requesting that the Spanish justice system investigate events they say took place in 2021, when they were working at Iglesias's residences in both countries, the news agency reported.

According to Women's Link, the complaint alleges that the singer allegedly exploited his position of power and the women's vulnerable situation to recruit them, transport them, and house them on his properties in an atmosphere of "constant intimidation." The former employees allege ongoing sexual harassment and assault, as well as working conditions they describe as forced and degrading.

From the initial complaint to a new lawsuit

The same women had already approached the Prosecutor's Office of the National Court in early 2026.

In that complaint, they claimed to have suffered various forms of sexual, psychological, physical, and economic violence between January and October 2021. They also reported workdays of up to 16 hours, a lack of days off, and other restrictions while working for the artist, according to Women's Link.

The Prosecutor's Office ultimately dismissed those proceedings, ruling that the Spanish justice system lacked jurisdiction to investigate events allegedly occurring outside the country's territory.

However, upon closing the case, the Prosecutor's Office indicated that this decision did not prevent the women from pursuing other legal avenues, which has now led to the filing of this complaint.

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Why do they believe that Spain can investigate?

Women's Link argues that Spanish law allows for the investigation of certain crimes committed abroad when there is a relevant connection to Spain, including cases in which the alleged perpetrator is a Spanish national and the acts also constitute a crime in the country where they allegedly occurred.

The plaintiffs have also requested protective measures during the proceedings. It will now be up to the court to decide whether to accept the complaint and open an investigation.

After receiving the Golden Lion for his career on Wednesday at the film festival in the Italian city, the American star posed for a crowd of photographers alongside his friend and actress Laura Dern.

But then he approached Tiziana Fabi, a photographer who covers major events in the worlds of entertainment, sports and politics for AFP.

"I give you the Lion," he told her, then said: "I take the picture."

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The exchange between the two and the photo Clooney took of the smiling photographer holding the award went viral on social media.

"I don't know why he chose me," Fabi said of her close encounter with the Oscar-winning actor and filmmaker.

"I was pretty surprised and, at first, a bit annoyed. He just put the award on my lap and took my camera!" she said.

Fabi said that Clooney thanked her effusively when he returned her camera, and Dern told her: "Congratulations!"

"It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Carla Jeffery, who left us on Sep. 1, 2026, at the age of just 33. Rest in peace, Carla. Your light will never be forgotten," said Carla Alexander of Alexanders Talent Management.

"Her performances brought joy to millions of people"

Disney also joined in expressing condolences with a statement, noting: "Carla Jeffery's extraordinary talent, warmth and spirit left an indelible mark on all those who had the privilege of working with her. She had an exceptional gift for connecting with audiences, and her performances brought joy to millions of people. We will remember Carla for her generosity, her sense of humor and the genuine light she brought to those around her. We extend our deepest condolences to her family and loved ones, her castmates and collaborators and the countless fans whose lives she touched with her presence."

Jeffery was born on July 10, 1993, in Houston, Texas. He landed his first film role at age 13 in "Phat Girlz." Two years later, in 2008, she joined the cast of the Nickelodeon series "iCarly" and played Keysha Black on the television series "Curb Your Enthusiasm."

2018: The year Jeffery became Bree

Her career continued with appearances on the Disney Channel series "Good Luck Charlie" in 2011, and a year later, she appeared on "Shake It Up."

After several roles in various series such as "Scream Queens" and "Crazy Ex-Girlfriend," she landed the role that would bring her the most fame: Bree in the first Zombies movie in 2018.

She subsequently starred in "Zombies 2" and "Zombies 3," as well as voicing Bree in several animated shorts from the franchise.

A change that coincides with new music

So far, the artist has not offered an explicit explanation for the dropping of her last name. As noted by Cosmopolitan, it's also unclear whether this is a permanent decision or an identity tied to her upcoming project. The transformation extends to her digital presence, with a website launched under the domain mileyofficial.com.

The interpretation that she is seeking to launch a new musical chapter makes sense: Cyrus is working on her 10th studio album. In an interview with actress Daryl Hannah for Wonderland, published in July, she revealed that the project revolves around romantic love and the relationship she has built with herself.

"This album is a love story," she explained. According to the singer, her latest recordings reflect a calmer state of mind and a personal evolution that has also transformed her relationships with others.

Not many have reached this Everest, which is why the list of those who can be considered the greatest of all time is as short as it is impossible to rank, with figures who, every so often, enter the debate over whether they belong in that group. The latest of these has been Christopher Nolan, who, following the success of The Odyssey, can easily be considered the best director of this century for redefining cinema for reasons ranging from the technical and philosophical to the purely commercial.

And yes. The fact that he has achieved this for twelve consecutive years with seven films means Nolan can already be considered part of that pantheon, even though his career is far from over.

Obsessions and parallels

Many characteristics make his films exceptional and almost unique. What sets the British director apart is not merely the quality of his films, but primarily the construction and ambition of a cinematic language of his own. Nolan's works are permeated by a structural obsession with the tyrannical rigor of time, manifested in a lack of linearity, dramatic conflicts, temporal inversions, and philosophical maelstroms.

Added to this is the deliberate use of shot scale as an expressive tool that goes beyond decoration- a crucial detail, given that Nolan understands the size of the image as a defining element in appreciating his work. All of this stems from the conceptual and emotional vertigo that these shots can generate.

Other distinctive elements in his filmography include not only the need to challenge the viewer and refuse to over-explain, but also his famous reluctance to use computer-generated imagery (CGI) except in cases where it is unavoidable, which makes him one of the leading exponents of rebellion and subversion against a tool that can now be considered the dominant feature of big-budget cinema.

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In Nolan's poetics, content and form are indistinguishable. Far from being negatively affected by this stance, Nolan has achieved absolute success by maintaining an aesthetic conviction whose cornerstone is the power and credibility of the image. Although true works of art can contain digital imagery, filming what actually happened in front of the camera represents a more commendable aesthetic and offers the viewer a more realistic, visceral immersion.

On this last point, there is a clear parallel with Stanley Kubrick, who also opposed the idea that the various technological advances available for use in audiovisual works would ultimately prevail at the expense of the precision of the mise-en-scène. And undoubtedly, this is one of the elements that made Kubrick one of the greatest in history—and that allows Nolan to sit at the same table.

Reaching the masses without compromising his worldview

If we mention key similarities with Kubrick, it's impossible not to draw this same parallel with Steven Spielberg when addressing, once and for all, the elephant in the room regarding the analysis of Nolan's work and career: his almost unparalleled ability to connect with the masses without compromising the complexity of his worldview, a virtue that makes him one of the very few directors capable of blending the cinematic auteur with the box-office showman—a figure all too common today and one that provokes so much aversion (and generates so much money).

This monumental and underappreciated virtue has enabled the English director to make a profound impact on the industry, proving that a film can be both conceptually profound and a box-office success. He has shown everyone, insiders and outsiders alike, that auteur cinema can be on an industrial scale and that its home is not confined to cinephile gatherings or obscure festivals for those whose cinematic references aren't the most impressive.

This reality has created an audience willing to engage with complex narratives. And this is another compelling reason why Nolan can already be considered one of the greatest directors in the history of cinema: his drive to make his works a presentation of a problem rather than a simple telling of a story, to the point where many of his films generate interpretive debates that require the work to be viewed more than once, preventing it from losing its appeal after a single viewing.

The evolution of his filmography speaks to the construction of an artistic body of work that has given rise to its own vocabulary: today, the adjective "Nolanian" is part of cinematic terminology—which, for a director, is a form of canonization while still alive. And, as with almost everyone who achieves such recognition, Nolan has also sparked opposing views: while some consider him a genius, others believe his prestige has been exaggerated.

Placing Nolan at this moment among the greatest in the history of cinema is neither an exaggeration nor a passing fad. It recognizes how, before everyone's eyes, the English director created a cinematic universe significant enough to make a cultural impact and change how we understand what commercial, mass-market cinema can become.

The singer of "Maggie May" and "Da Ya Think I'm Sexy?" was in the final stretch of his tour of the United States and Mexico, where he has three performances scheduled over the next four weeks.

Stewart has "successfully undergone a routine procedure involving the implantation of a coronary stent," according to a message posted on his Instagram on Tuesday night. "On the advice of his doctors, he will take the next four weeks to recover," the post states.

"Unfortunately, this means that he will not be able to continue his current tour," the post adds.

Although the post does not specify which concerts are affected, Stewart had several performances scheduled in the United States over the coming weeks, including six dates in Las Vegas.

Previous cancellations in May and June due to health issues

Immediately following the four-week period, the singer was scheduled to travel to Mexico for three concerts in Monterrey, Guadalajara and Mexico City.

The singer with the raspy voice and blond hair had already had to cancel several dates in the United States due to health issues in May and June. At that time, he mentioned that he was suffering from sinusitis and laryngitis.

In June, he had to receive oxygen during a concert in Utah and confessed to the audience that he was on the verge of fainting, according to various media outlets.

Although he released another album in 2024, "Swing Fever," Rod Stewart enjoyed his heyday in the 1970s and 1980s with hits such as "Maggie May," "Sailing, "Baby Jane," and the catchy "Da Ya Think I'm Sexy?"

The "August" video is now silent

One of the most recent videos, posted in early August by Team Trump, showed Donald and Melania Trump watching fireworks with the song "August," from the album Folklore (2020), playing in the background. The text overlay read: "Mood because it’s August and Donald Trump is your president," and the caption added ironically: "I’m sure @Taylor Swift is going to be super excited we used her song! #taylorswift #maga #august."

According to a report from Variety, last Friday, TikTok users in the United States noticed that the audio had disappeared. Instead, the platform displays the message: "The copyright owner hasn’t made this sound available in your country." The comments section was flooded with reactions celebrating the removal: "TAYLOR REMOVING THE AUDIO, QUEEN!".

More songs removed

This isn't the only case. According to Variety, the audio has also been removed from a November 2025 video that featured the song "Father Figure." In addition, according to Billboard, a montage from the official White House account that included "The Fate of Ophelia" is now silent.

Following the removal of the songs, the Team Trump account posted another video parodying the cover of the album *Red*, renaming it "Red (Trump's Version)" and suggesting that Taylor Swift had written "a whole album about the color of the Republican Party." That audio also turned out to be unavailable.

A years-long feud

Taylor Swift has not commented publicly on the matter. The feud between the artist and Trump dates back years and intensified after the singer endorsed Kamala Harris in the 2024 election, when the president wrote on Truth Social: "I HATE TAYLOR SWIFT!"

"Tommy was and will always be remembered as a respected musician, producer, collaborator, mentor, and creative force in Country Music. Not to mention the love of my life. His work has and will always leave a lasting mark in the country music community. His Godgiven gift for playing and producing music allowed him to lift others up and help shape the sound of country music we hear today. Dr. Tom.. Sir Punchalot …Drama Papa … The Man …were just a few names people called him. Just recently we were celebrating another project he produced and played on that went platinum."

Playing the pedal steel guitar since the 1970s

Detamore began playing the pedal steel guitar in the '70s and forged a legendary career in country music that spanned decades. He moved to Texas in 1981 to play with Darrell McCall and joined Moe Bandy's Band a year later, touring with them for the next seven years.

In 1991, he founded Cherry Ridge Studio in Floresville, Texas, and worked with artists such as Ray Price, Jim Lauderdale, Tommy Alverson, James Talley, among others.

Detamore was inducted into the Texas Steel Guitar Association Hall of Fame in 2019 and was named Pedal Steel Guitarist of the Year at the 2025 Texas Country Music Awards. More recently, Detamore contributed to the production, recording, mixing, mastering, and pedal steel guitar performance on the tracks for Ty Myers's debut album, "The Select," released in 2025.

Farewell messages from his wife, inspired by faith

His wife concluded her post with messages of faith. "Please continue to pray for me and my family and our Drama Kids Staff as we figure out how to honor my beloved Steelman. I want to make sure he is celebrated with family and friends and the community. This way we can all say our goodbyes, since this was so sudden."

"Lastly Thank you Lord Jesus for allowing me to love and be loved by Tommy. I know where he is and I thank you and one day I too will be with him again in our mansion in the sky. John 14:2."

This commercial feat represents an unprecedented pace of ticket sales in recent years, placing it second only to "Avengers: Endgame"(2019), which holds the all-time record.

In the North American market, the film grossed $407 million in its first four days, setting the fastest pace in history to surpass the $400 million threshold domestically.

It also recorded the highest-grossing Monday of all time with $47 million, surpassing the previous record held by "Black Panther" (2018). Internationally, the film has grossed an additional $645.8 million.

The return of audiences to theaters

The box office performance has far exceeded the industry's initial projections, after debuting over the weekend with $360 million in the United States and Canada, and $932 million globally. These figures represent the biggest domestic opening weekend in film history and the second-biggest global box-office opening weekend.

"Honestly, it's overwhelming to find ourselves in this position on a Monday morning—in the best possible way," Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige said in an interview with Variety. The producer added that the success of this installment "bodes very well" for the franchise's upcoming productions and noted: "When a shared universe works, these are the results."

Global box office regains lost ground

The film's performance comes at a time of remarkable recovery for the movie industry. So far in 2026, the sector has already recorded the highest number of multimillion-dollar blockbusters since COVID-19 health restrictions altered consumer behavior at movie theaters.

Before 2020, the industry regularly reached $10 billion annually in the North American market—a milestone the market expects to reach again this year.

Buoyed by "Spider-Man: Brand New Day," the success of releases such as Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey," which has grossed $912 million, and the arrival of upcoming summer and holiday releases, Hollywood is shaping up for its best summer season since the pandemic, reaffirming the value of traditional entertainment centered on major cinematic events.

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News outlet Hollywood Deadline reported that the body of the veteran actor, a native of New York, was found lifeless on Saturday at his home in the Bronx.

However, his agent, Robert Atterman, declined to provide details about the circumstances of his death to the French news agency.

Born on July 14, 1946, Pastore served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War and later earned a college degree in theater.

A life playing New York gangsters

Throughout his career, he played New York gangsters, with roles in films such as "Goodfellas" (1990), directed by Martin Scorsese, and "Carlito's Way" (1993), directed by Brian de Palma.

But his most iconic role was Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero, Tony Soprano's right-hand man (played by the late James Gandolfini) who later became an FBI informant.

He made appearances on various TV series and reality shows, including "The Apprentice: Celebrity Edition," when it was hosted by President Donald Trump.

"I had the privilege of representing Vinny for more than 30 years, long before 'The Sopranos' made him a household name. He loved being an actor. He was passionate about his craft and was always encouraging, respectful, and generous with young actors, taking the time to mentor and support them whenever he could," Atterman said in a statement.

Predictions had suggested that the Asian boy band would compete in several categories with their latest album ARIRANG, which has become a best-seller this year.

"This year we have decided not to attend the Grammys," each member of BTS said on their Instagram profiles, according to AFP. "We hope that music is heard and loved for what it is, rather than being defined by region or language."

For its part, the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences defended its position, noting that this new category aims to honor "artistic excellence in Asian pop music performances that originate in or are widely recognized in Asian markets, including, among others, K-pop, J-pop, and C-pop."

BTS emerged in 2013, the year they made their professional debut. The group consists of seven members: RM (leader and rapper), Jin (vocalist), SUGA (rapper and producer), J-hope (rapper and dancer), Jimin (vocalist and dancer), V (vocalist), and Jung Hook (vocalist and dancer).

BTS is currently on their ARIRANG world tour, having already performed in U.S. cities such as Tampa (Florida), El Paso (Texas), and Las Vegas (Nevada). Starting August 1, they will hold concerts in East Rutherford (New Jersey), Foxborough (Massachusetts), Baltimore (Maryland), Arlington (Texas), Chicago (Illinois), and Los Angeles (California).

They also performed during halftime at the final of the 2026 World Cup.

During the panel held this Saturday in Hall H, the studio also revealed that British actor David Jonsson will star in "Black Panther III," which is set to premiere on Dec. 15, 2028.

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Jonsson, known for his performances in the HBO series "Industry" and the film "The Long Walk" (2025), will join the Marvel Cinematic Universe as the son of T'Challa, the original hero played by Chadwick Boseman.

Boseman rose to worldwide fame with "Black Panther" (2018) and passed away in 2020 at the age of 43 from colon cancer.

During the presentation, Jonsson appeared before thousands of attendees and expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to be part of the franchise. The actor added that he preferred not to reveal any further details about the film.

Oscar-winning director Ryan Coogler, who helmed the first two installments of "Black Panther," will return to direct "Black Panther III." During the event, he explained that the story will follow the growth of T'Challa's son as he takes on his father's legacy.

Along with the release of the trailer and a new promotional poster, the company launched advance ticket sales for screenings in Infinity Vision theaters.

This new certification for large-format screens (Premium Large Format) guarantees viewers a screening of the highest technical quality, characterized by larger screen sizes, greater image brightness and surround sound systems, reaffirming the studio's commitment to the classic theatrical experience over home viewing.

The return of iconic figures in the face of an existential threat

The film's plot brings together heroes from three distinct universes on a collision course to face an unprecedented crisis.

The trailer previews the arrival of Robert Downey Jr. in the role of the villain Doctor Doom, along with the highly anticipated return of Chris Evans as Steve Rogers, who has been absent from the franchise since 2019.

The narrative aims to recapture the dramatic intensity that made the previous four "Avengers" films a global phenomenon capable of grossing more than $7.7 billion.

The trailer includes scenes featuring legendary actors from the golden age of comic book adaptations. "Something is coming—something we may not be able to stop. Before this day is over, we'll face an unthinkable decision," warned actor Patrick Stewart in his role as Professor Charles Xavier.

Chris Hemsworth, playing Thor, said: "We're going to need a miracle" to defeat the new threat.

A star-studded cast to reignite the global box office

Produced by Kevin Feige, Louis D'Esposito and Jonathan Schwartz, the blockbuster brings together an extensive cast that combines Hollywood's traditional guard with the franchise's most recent additions.

The cast features stars such as Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Ebon Moss-Bachrach and Joseph Quinn leading The Fantastic Four, alongside veterans like Ian McKellen (Magneto), Kelsey Grammer (Beast), James Marsden (Cyclops) and Rebecca Romijn (Mystique).

The star-studded lineup is rounded out by Paul Rudd, Anthony Mackie, Florence Pugh, Wyatt Russell, Channing Tatum, Simu Liu, Tom Hiddleston, Sebastian Stan and David Harbour, among other top-tier names. The project is part of a two-part series announced alongside "Avengers: Secret Wars," with which the production company aims to solidify the return of big-budget family blockbusters to theaters.