Culture and Entertainment News Roundup: Deals, Controversies, and New Releases
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Feb 28, 2026
Entertainment Industry Sees Shifts in Talent, Finance, and Gaming
Digital Brand Architects promotes five team members, while MEP Capital takes a majority stake in BondIt Media, and Electronic Arts leads in game downloads.
Feb 28, 2026
New Ventures in Media and Entertainment
Recent announcements in the media and entertainment industry reveal new ventures and talent shifts, from Valerie Bertinelli's direct-to-fan platform to Ali Velshi's expanded role at MS NOW.
Feb 28, 2026
Hollywood and Media Roundup: News and Developments
Get the latest on the revival of the 'Scream' franchise, Metallica's upcoming residency, and other news from the world of entertainment and media.
Feb 28, 2026
Labor Strife and Awards Show Controversies Rock the Entertainment Industry
Writers Guild West threatens to cancel awards show, while BBC faces backlash over BAFTA broadcast
Feb 28, 2026
Paramount and Warner Bros. Merger May Reshape TV Studio Landscape
Deal could create a TV studio giant with over 100 series in production
Feb 28, 2026
Hollywood and Global Tensions: A Week of Twists
From Paramount's Warner Bros. acquisition to Kevin Spacey's court appearance and a surprise US-Israel operation in Iran, the entertainment industry and global politics are abuzz with significant developments.
Feb 28, 2026
How A24 Became the Go-To Studio for Recording Artists Who Want to Act
Get the inside scoop on the entertainment industry's latest news, from A24's success with recording artists to changes in Oscars voting and a look at the career of Ukrainian filmmaker Sergei Loznitsa.
Feb 28, 2026
Casting News, Oscar Nominees, and Industry Moves Shake Up the Entertainment World
A week of surprises and milestones in film, theater, and documentary
Feb 28, 2026
What's New in Entertainment This Week?
From Peacock's 'Bride Wars' series to 'Zootopia 2's box office success
Feb 28, 2026
Entertainment Industry Sees Shifts in Streaming, Awards, and Digital Pushes
From Snapchat's inaugural awards show to Nat Geo's creator partnerships
Feb 28, 2026
Hollywood's Shifting Landscape: New Developments and Uncertainties
Paramount's Warner Win, New Podcasts, and TV Shows in the Works
Feb 28, 2026
Entertainment Industry Sees Shifts in Film, TV, and Gaming
The entertainment industry is abuzz with new releases, adaptations, and merger talks, as "Scream 7" breaks box office records, Amazon's "God of War" series gets a first look, and Warner Bros. favors a Paramount
Feb 28, 2026
BAFTA Scandal Overshadows Actor Awards
A racial slur incident at the BAFTA film awards has sparked controversy, while the Actor Awards is set to take place with a star-studded lineup of presenters, including Gwyneth Paltrow, Jenna Ortega, and Woody
Feb 28, 2026
Netflix Drops Warner Bros. Bid, Shakes Up Streaming Landscape
Netflix's abandoned bid for Warner Bros. sparks a ripple effect in the streaming industry, as a key antitrust hearing is cancelled and Peacock releases Oscar contender "Hamnet
Feb 28, 2026
Hollywood Insiders Share Candid Thoughts on Industry Trends and Personal Choices
Ryan Gosling, Chris Hemsworth, and others open up about franchise fatigue, journalistic integrity, and the highs and lows of fame
Feb 28, 2026
Awards and Acquisitions Shake Up the Film Industry
Netflix Leaders Reassure Staff as Warner Bros. Deal Falls Through
Feb 28, 2026
Entertainment Industry Insights: New Releases, Podcast Hiatus, and Troublesome Films
Behind the Scenes of Paramount+, Survivor, The Beach Boys, and More
Feb 28, 2026
What's Next for the Scream Franchise After Scream 7?
A look at the latest installment, its cast, and the future of the horror series
Feb 28, 2026
Media Mergers and Acquisitions Shake Up Industry
A flurry of deals and castings has been announced in the media industry, but not all the news is positive, as staff cuts and concerns about the impact of mergers on journalism and finances
Feb 28, 2026
Hollywood Insider: New Projects and Partnerships Emerge
From new film adaptations to expanded partnerships, the entertainment industry is buzzing with fresh developments.
Feb 28, 2026
Entertainment Industry Sees Shifts in Productions and Awards
New Projects, Castings, and Nominations Announced Amidst Changes in Studio Leadership
Feb 28, 2026
Art and Politics Collide: A Week of Controversy and Creativity
Radiohead, BAFTA, and Netflix Make Headlines Amidst New Releases and Industry Shake-Ups
Feb 28, 2026
Paramount's Warner Bros. Deal Clears Path, but Regulatory Hurdles Remain
Netflix bows out of bidding war, but consolidation concerns persist for movie theaters