Screen adaptation of the Broadway show ‘Wicked’ to be split into two films

Director Jon M. Chu announced that the movie adaptation of the Broadway show ‘Wicked” will be split into two films. The first film is scheduled for release December 2024. Wicked premiered on Broadway in 2003. Chu cited misgivings about attempting to condense the Broadway musical into a single film, saying in part: “As we tried …

Take a look at Florence Pugh and Harry Styles in the first trailer for the film ‘Don’t Worry Darling’

New Line Cinema has released the first trailer for Don’t Worry Darling, the new movie directed by Olivia Wilde and starring Florence Pugh and Harry Styles. In the film, Pugh plays Alice and Styles plays Jack, two citizens of a company town called Victory. Don’t Worry Darling hits North American theaters on September 23, 2022. …

Former Philadelphia police officer charged with murder in shooting of 12-year-old boy

A former Philadelphia police officer who was fired after he fatally shot 12-year-old Thomas “TJ” Siderio in the back in March has been charged with murder.  District Attorney Larry Krasner announced during a press conference on Monday that 26-year-old Edsaul Mendoza was arrested Sunday night and charged with first-degree murder, third-degree murder, voluntary manslaughter and …

Supreme Court unanimously rules against city of Boston for refusing to allow Christian flag to fly

On Monday, the U.S. Supreme Court unanimously ruled against the city of Boston, saying they violated the First Amendment when they denied a group the opportunity to fly the Christian Flag outside City Hall four years ago. In 2017, the New Hampshire-based group Camp Constitution — which focuses on promoting “Judeo-Christian moral heritage” — had …

Miami Heat take Game 1 over the Philadelphia 76ers 106-92 in semifinal series

The Miami Heat defeated the Philadelphia 76ers 106-92 on their home turf in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference semifinal series on Monday. Tyler Herro scored 25 points and Bam Adebayo finished with 24 points and 12 rebounds for the top-seeded Heat in the game opener of the series. Jimmy Butler added 15 points and …

Carolina Hurricanes defeat the Boston Bruins 5-1 in Game 1 of first-round playoff series

The Carolina Hurricanes defeated the Boston Bruins 5-1 on Monday, winning Game 1 of the first-round playoff series at home. Seth Jarvis and Nino Niederreiter scored second-period goals for the Hurricanes, and Antti Raanta had 35 saves in his first career postseason start, with goaltender Frederik Andersen sidelined by injury. Teuvo Teravainen and Vincent Trocheck …

Luke Combs to headline ‘Middle Of Somewhere Tour’ with support from Jordan Davis, Morgan Wade & Lainey Wilson

Luke Combs announced on social media his Middle Of Somewhere Tour, kicking-off on September 2nd and  featuring support from Jordan Davis along with special guests Lainey Wilson, Mitchell Tenpenny, and Morgan Wade on select dates. Luke shared on Instagram:  “What’s up guys, Luke here, I’m super excited to announce the Middle Of Somewhere Tour, these …

Luke Bryan announces dates of his ‘2022 Farm Tour’

Luke Bryan announced his thirteenth Farm Tour this September, taking place during a two-week break from his Raised Up Right Tour which kicks-off in June.  Bryan will perform at farms across six states September 15th-24th. Riley Green, Jameson Rodgers, the Peach Pickers, and DJ Rock will be the special guests. Over 100,000 fans have attended …

Netflix cancels Meghan Markle’s animated series ‘Pearl’

Netflix has canceled an animated series that was in development from creator Meghan Markle.   Titled Pearl, the series was set to follow the adventures of a 12-year-old girl who finds inspiration from influential women throughout history. The cancelation of Pearl comes after Netflix shares plunged in April after the streaming service announced a drop in …

Original cast of ‘That ’70s Show’ set to reunite for Netflix’s sequel series ‘That 90s Show’

The original cast of the hit comedy “That ’70s Show” is reuniting for Netflix’s “That ’90s Show” sequel. Netflix has confirmed that Topher Grace (Eric), Laura Prepon (Donna), Mila Kunis (Jackie), Ashton Kutcher (Kelso), and Wilmer Valderrama (Fez) will all make guest appearances in season one of the upcoming series (the only original cast member …