Writer and director Joseph Sperber’s political murder mystery film “Behind Closed Doors” has announced its cast as it begins production in Los Angeles. Elijah Reed (“Doom Patrol”), Nick Samson (“Poser”), Melissa Alce (“Matlock”), Christian Haines (“Law & Order”) and Charrell Mack (“The Pitt”) are set to star. This is Sperber’s feature debut, following his live-action…
US President Donald Trump has said that all state permits for the 2026 recreational red snapper fishing season have been approved, a move he says will expand access for anglers across southeastern coastal states. In a post shared on Truth Social on Friday, Trump described the decision as a “huge win” for fishermen in states…
First Line Films Sorry, Val Kilmer fans, but the late actor’s Oscar ship has officially sailed. On Friday, Reuters reported that AI-generated acting and writing won’t be eligible for Academy Awards. The new rules from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will take effect beginning…
Donald Trump said in a letter sent to congressional leaders on Friday that hostilities with Iran have “terminated”, suggesting that the 60-day deadline to seek approval from the legislative branch no longer applied. Friday marks 60 days since the US president notified members of Congress that the US and Israel launched strikes against Iran on…
1 May 2026 Ashley Graham feels disheartened by the rise of weight-loss drugs. Ashley Graham has reflected on the rise of weight-loss drugs The 38-year-old model appeared on the cover of the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue in 2016, and she became a spokesperson for the body positivity movement – but Ashley fears that a lot…
Israel’s strikes continue, with more than 2,600 killed since March 2, despite an ongoing ceasefire. By Al Jazeera Staff and News Agencies Published On 1 May 20261 May 2026 At least 12 people have been killed, including a child, in southern Lebanon, as Israel continues its strikes despite a ceasefire. Israeli forces killed at least…
When I ask influencer chef Jon Kung to name the purchase they regret most, there’s no deliberation. “In my early twenties, I bought this used SMEG fridge,” the 42-year-old Chinese American TikTok creator tells me. “It’s got this giant British flag on it, and I still have it. I’ve stuck Sex Pistols, Ozzy Osbourne, and…
Bird’s-eye view of central Tokyo including Tokyo Tower at sunrise hours. Vladimir Zakharov | Moment | Getty Images The Japanese yen surged against the dollar on Friday, extending gains that came the previous day after officials in Tokyo said they stood ready to intervene in the foreign exchange market. Friday saw the Japanese currency rise…
In front of the American Embassy in Havana, the Cuban government held its annual International Worker’s Day celebration as the United States sought to end the communist ruling system.
After Houston’s practice on Tuesday, Jabari Smith Jr. called the Rockets “obviously the better team” in their first-round matchup with the Los Angeles Lakers. On paper, it’s a strange thing for a player to say when trailing 3-1 in a series that his team entered as heavy favorites, and it’s the sort of bulletin board…
