Blake Lively accuses co-star Justin Baldoni of smear campaign

Blake Lively accuses co-star Justin Baldoni of smear campaign Blake Lively has filed a legal complaint against It Ends With Us co-star Justin Baldoni, alleging sexual harassment and a campaign to "destroy" her reputation.

Retelling of Iranian embassy siege is as gripping as an action film

HISTORYThe Siege: The Remarkable Story of the Greatest SAS Hostage DramaBen MacintyreViking, $36.99 It takes me about 11 minutes to walk to the train for my commute into town. This, according to Ben Macintyre, is the amount of time that in April 1980 was needed by soldiers of the British SAS regiment to storm the Iranian embassy in London and rescue 19 hostages and kill or capture six heavily armed gunmen. One hostage was killed by the terrorists during the assault and two others were wounded.

John Marsden kick-started a boom in Australian YA fiction

I once spent a day with John Marsden at his alternative school, the Candlebark School in the Macedon Ranges. He showed me around, we talked privately, and I sat in on a couple of his classes. I was impressed by this tall broad man who didn’t want to come across as an authority figure, yet still had a natural authority. He was eager and passionate about teaching and rearing young people, particularly boys, and confronting them with risk and adventure. You could see the kids both loved and respected him and felt free to approach him. As we walked around the school, he stopped frequently for a one-on-one chat with a student, giving that young person all his attention.

Wham! are Christmas number one for a second time

Wham! are Christmas number one for a second time Wham!'s Last Christmas has become the UK's Christmas number one for a second consecutive year.

Who is hosting ‘Saturday Night Live’ tonight? About the 'Christmas show'

"Saturday Night Live" has been celebrating its 50th season this year. As the year winds down, you might be wondering: Will there be a show on tonight, Dec. 21, or has the cast's holiday break time begun?

New Superman trailer hints at a brighter, more hopeful hero

Superman is back, and he brought his dog. Fans of the legendary comic book superhero are buzzing on social media after a trailer dropped Thursday for the upcoming film, simply titled Superman, set for a July 11, 2025 release.

Oscar-tipped Marianne Jean-Baptiste on her career coming 'full circle'

Marianne Jean-Baptiste on Oscars buzz for playing 'difficult' woman Nearly three decades after being nominated for an Oscar, British actress Marianne Jean-Baptiste is back in the awards race thanks to a tremendous performance in director Mike Leigh's new drama, Hard Truths.

EXCLUSIVE: Lisa Kudrow shares how the cast of 'Friends' felt about one another

It’s been more than 30 years since Lisa Kudrow delivered her final performance of “Smelly Cat” at Central Perk, but she says her time as Phoebe Buffay on “Friends” remains one of the most fulfilling chapters of her life. And it's her time on the hit show that she says paved the way for a career she calls "lucky," "privileged" and "fortunate."

From Beyoncé awards snub to Brat summer: This year's biggest cultural moments

From Beyoncé awards snub to Brat summer: This year's biggest cultural moments It was the year Beyoncé donned her stetson for Cowboy Carter, Taylor Swift conquered the world on her Eras tour and King Charles appeared in a vivid bright red in his royal portrait.

How the death of one kangaroo could leave Tracy with a criminal conviction

The court heard that a member of the public found the kangaroo on October 14, 2020, with her legs hanging from a barbed wire fence and called WIRES. A volunteer took the kangaroo to Nepean Animal Hospital for assessment. Head nurse Jess Stone said in her witness statement that the kangaroo had lacerations to both hind legs, exposing the bone. The X-ray showed no broken bones and Stone’s main concern was the risk of infection.

Holiday feasts

AS the festive season approaches, a delightful array of culinary experiences beckons those seeking to indulge in the warmth and joy of Christmas. From decadent dessert collections that promise to tantalise sweet-toothed enthusiasts to artisanal baked goods that blend traditional craftsmanship with innovative flavours, the holiday dining landscape offers something for every palate. Restaurants and eateries are stepping up their game, crafting special menus that transform dining into a celebration of togetherness, whether you are looking for an intimate family feast, a group gathering or a festive meal delivered straight to your doorstep.

The mysterious cities of the dead carved into the sides of cliffs

The ancient Lycians knew a thing or two about democracy. Two thousand years ago, the one-time rulers of modern-day Turkiye’s southwestern corner had a fully functioning democratic federation that centuries later inspired America’s political structure. While democracies everywhere might be facing turbulent times, another Lycian legacy remains steadfastly present in the Mediterranean region they used to call home. And this one is focused almost entirely around death.

Marianne Jean-Baptiste on Oscars buzz for playing 'difficult' woman

Marianne Jean-Baptiste on Oscars buzz for playing 'difficult' woman Nearly three decades after being nominated for an Oscar, British actress Marianne Jean-Baptiste is back in the awards race thanks to a tremendous performance in director Mike Leigh's new drama, Hard Truths.

Russell T Davies: I get TV ideas brushing my teeth

Russell T Davies: I get TV ideas brushing my teeth Some writers' creative juices start flowing once they bounce ideas about with a pal.

Superman Teaser Trailer Out, Features Superdog Krypto And Hawk Girl

Superman Teaser Trailer Out, Features Superdog Krypto And Hawk Girl James Gunn's much-awaited Superman's teaser-trailer is out now. The relatively new Superman David Corenswet will inhabit a world full of DC Comics characters. The teaser introduces the Superman, lying on a snow-covered terrain and blood spitting out of his mouth. When Krypto the Superdog, comes near a wounded Superman, he says, "Take me home."