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EntertainmentApr 21

Harvey Weinstein Rape Retrial Begins in Manhattan with Opening Statements

Harvey Weinstein faces a third trial on rape charges in Manhattan after his previous conviction was overturned and another trial ended in a hung jury.

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EntertainmentApr 18

Judge rules civil case against Alec Baldwin over 'Rust' shooting can proceed to trial

A judge has ruled that a civil case against actor Alec Baldwin over the 2021 fatal shooting on the 'Rust' film set can move forward to trial.

6 sources
EntertainmentMay 21

Take-Two Confirms GTA VI Launch Date, Reports Lower Annual Revenue Forecast

Take-Two Interactive confirmed Grand Theft Auto VI will launch in fall 2025 while reporting quarterly revenue growth but lowered annual bookings forecast.

4 sources
EntertainmentMay 23

Romanian Director Cristian Mungiu Wins Second Palme d'Or at Cannes for 'Fjord'

Cristian Mungiu's Norwegian-set drama 'Fjord' won the Palme d'Or at Cannes, making him the 10th filmmaker to win twice.

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EntertainmentApr 14

Hollywood Professionals Sign Letter Opposing Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger

Over 1,000 entertainment industry professionals, including Jane Fonda and Joaquin Phoenix, have signed an open letter opposing the Paramount-Warner Bros. merger.

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EntertainmentMar 23

Bill Cosby Found Liable in 1972 Sexual Assault Case, Ordered to Pay $19.25 Million

A California civil jury found Bill Cosby liable for sexually assaulting Donna Motsinger in 1972 and awarded her $19.25 million in damages.

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EntertainmentApr 30

Britney Spears Charged with DUI Following California Arrest

Pop star Britney Spears faces misdemeanor DUI charges after being arrested in California earlier this year.

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EntertainmentApr 28

First Full-Scale Casino Opens in New York City as Gaming Industry Shows Mixed Results

Resorts World opened the first commercial casino with table games in New York City as the gaming industry reports varied performance.

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EntertainmentMay 12

Netflix Adjusts Gaming Strategy and Pricing Structure

Netflix continues developing its gaming offerings while raising its ad-free standard plan to $20 monthly.

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EntertainmentJun 4

Marjane Satrapi, Author of 'Persepolis', Dies at 56

Iranian-French author and illustrator Marjane Satrapi, known for her acclaimed graphic novel 'Persepolis', has died at age 56.

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EntertainmentMar 25

Former Google Executive Matt Brittin Named New BBC Director General

Matt Brittin, who spent nearly two decades at Google including as regional president, has been appointed as the new director general of the BBC.

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EntertainmentMay 10

CBS News Radio to end service on May 22 after nearly a century

CBS News Radio, which set the standard for broadcast journalism with legendary figures like Edward R. Murrow, will cease operations.

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EntertainmentMar 19

Former '19 Kids and Counting' Star Joseph Duggar Charged with Child Sex Abuse

Joseph Duggar, who appeared on the TLC reality show, was arrested on charges related to alleged sexual abuse of a 9-year-old girl in Florida in 2020.

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EntertainmentMay 18

Shakira Acquitted of Tax Fraud Charges in Spain

Colombian pop star Shakira was acquitted of tax fraud charges in Spain after a court ruled authorities failed to prove she was a Spanish resident.

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EntertainmentMar 14

Noma chef René Redzepi resigns amid abuse allegations at acclaimed restaurant

Celebrity chef René Redzepi stepped down from Copenhagen's three Michelin-starred Noma restaurant following staff abuse allegations and criticism over unpaid interns.

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