Canada’s Media Giants Team Up to Boost Local Films

Postmedia Studios, a unit of Postmedia Network Inc. , and Elevation Pictures have joined forces to back Canadian feature projects. The first joint effort is the documentary “Fire Weather, ” made for CBC and produced by Elevation Pictures and Mercury Films. The film follows the story of wildfires, dr

From Newark to Kentucky: The Journey of Otega Oweh

Otega Oweh’s rise in college basketball didn’t happen overnight. His standout moment came during a high-pressure game against Santa Clara, where his last-second three-pointer kept Kentucky alive. Without that shot, the Wildcats might have faced an early exit, but instead, Oweh delivered 35 points to

Oscars lose viewers under Conan O'Brien's second hosting year

The Oscars faced a noticeable drop in viewers during Conan O'Brien's second year as host, with numbers falling compared to his debut. About 17. 9 million people watched the 98th Academy Awards on ABC or Hulu, marking a 9% decline from his first year. That first year, after the pandemic, saw a big su

Apple’s Secret New York Project

A big Apple store in Grand Central is shut for now, and no one knows why. Photos show walls, curtains, lights and cameras set up on the balcony. Someone thinks Apple might be filming a special video for its 50‑year party, or maybe a new gadget is coming. The store will open again on Saturda

Guard students stop shooter at university

An unexpected act of violence hit Old Dominion University when a former guard member, who had once tried to join the Islamic State, opened fire in the business school. Within ten minutes of police being called, the shooter was found dead on campus, and two people were injured. One of them remains in

Las Vegas Racing: Who’s on the Track for the Pennzoil 400?

"Before the roar of engines fills Las Vegas Motor Speedway, two unexpected figures take center stage. First up is Jonathan Davis, the lead singer of Korn, who will shout the start‑up command to drivers in a role that mirrors his own high‑energy concerts. His powerful voice, known for shaking stadium

Barbra Streisand Earns Honorary Palme d’Or at Cannes

Barbra Streisand will be awarded an honorary Palme d’Or during the 79th Cannes Film Festival in May, marking her debut appearance at the event. The award is a recognition of her long‑standing influence on cinema and popular culture. The ceremony will take place on May 23, the day the festival han

Oregon Legislature Stalls on Climate Bills While Some Rollbacks Pass

The short session in Oregon saw most climate‑focused proposals stalled, leaving the state’s clean‑energy plans largely unchanged. A key idea that would have let the state tap a “Climate Superfund” to cover wildfire and heat damage never left committee, missing another chance to hold big polluters ac

The House Oversight Committee has released video footage of former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton giving depositions. The recordings come after the pair fought a subpoena from the Republican‑controlled panel. Both leaders eventually agreed to testify in closed s

Hybrid Sportage: Comfort, Tech and AWD Power

The 2026 Kia Sportage Hybrid SX‑Prestige with all‑wheel drive targets buyers who value a stylish, tech‑rich compact SUV more than rugged off‑road use. It sits near the top of Kia’s Sportage Hybrid range, offering a host of luxury touches and a strong hybrid powertrain while leaving a few compromises