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Peter Van Norden dead: 'Police Academy 2' actor was 75

Peter Van Norden, the actor who appeared in Police Academy 2: Their First Assignment and The Naked Gun 2½: The Smell of Fear, has died. He was 75. The actor’s wife Wendy was by his side as he died peacefully on Thursday morning in a Southern California hospice facility, where he was struggling with multiple […]

Main stage: Norwich venue Voodoo Daddy’s Showroom is all about fun

Main Stage: Norwich venue Voodoo Daddy’s Showroom is ‘all about the fun’ - The Independent’s campaign, which highlights the best grassroots music venues across the UK and the people fighting to keep them alive, has returned for summer 2026 in partnership with the Music Venue Trust

The 5 best HBO Max shows to watch this July

The month of July is serving up a fresh batch of seriously binge-worthy shows and movies. HBO Max is the go-to streaming platform when you want TV that feels a little more unique than what your friends are currently into watching. Summer may be melting us all into puddles, but sweating through another heatwave is way more tolerable when you have elite television to look forward to. Here are five must-watch shows and movies on HBO Max that you'll absolutely love this July.

Dwayne Johnson reveals his long-held plans for a Broadway debut: 'I might snatch my waist a little bit' (exclusive)

Dwayne Johnson tells PEOPLE he and Kevin Hart have explored Broadway opportunities together, but Hart is “so booked for the next three to five years”

Suzanne Vega celebrates 67th birthday on world tour with new music and iconic hits

The voice behind 'Luka' and 'Tom's Diner' is spending her 67th birthday on tour.

Remembering Randolph Mantooth, the TV legend who brought Johnny Gage to life on ‘Emergency!’

Randolph Mantooth leaves behind Johnny Gage, the unforgettable Emergency! hero who shaped generations of television viewers forever.

We’d watch ‘Directors on Directors’ stuck in an elevator

Now that we know Wes Anderson and James L. Brooks are okay, we can exploit what happened to them for content, obviously.

Prince Harry says his family is 'proud of me' after Meghan Markle skips Invictus event

Although he appeared cheerful throughout the day's sporting activities, Prince Harry became visibly emotional while speaking about his family.

10 behind-the-scenes secrets of ‘Roman Holiday’

Hollywood Bowl celebrates 30 years of Wes Anderson music

The music behind 30 years of Anderson films is taking center stage at the Bowl this weekend, where the likes of Jackson Browne, Beck and Mark Mothersbaugh will all perform, while Bill Murray is emceeing.

Simone Nathan's New Zealand comedy 'Kid Sister' lands at ChaiFlicks

ChaiFlicks has acquired exclusive SVOD rights in the U.S., U.K. and Australia to both seasons of "Kid Sister," the hit comedy series from Seven.One Studios International. The show will debut on ChaiFlicks this fall. "Kid Sister" was created, written and executive produced by Simone Nathan ("Our Flag Means Death," "We Might Regret This"), who also […]

Death Inc. season 4 premieres on Netflix August 7: What to expect from the finale

The long wait is nearly over as subscribers will soon be able to stream the complete series from beginning to end.

YouTuber Bordeaux goes in depth on EA Sports' microtransactions ahead of latest college football video game release

YouTuber Bordeaux discusses EA Sports adding microtransactions to College Football 27 and the fallout among the gaming community with Fox News Digital/OutKick.

New and upcoming movies 2026

Madonna's 'Confessions II' debuts at No. 1 on ARIA chart

The queen of pop now boasts 13 No. 1s on the ARIA Albums Chart, and 22 appearances in the top 10 album.

Gemma Chan & D’Arcy Carden spill 'The Five Star Weekend' secrets from filming with Jennifer Garner

Oslo’s July 2026 events calendar packed with major shows

Who’s performing: Major acts include Robyn, Biohazard with support acts, and BEAT performing 80s King Crimson music. What’s happening: Events range from concerts and comedy festivals to club nights and film premieres across Oslo venues. Why it matters: The packed schedule underscores Oslo’s growing appeal as a summer cultural destination.

Mandy Moore’s onscreen daughters surprise her with adorable dance to 'Candy'

“Breadwinner” actresses Stella Grace Fitzgerald, Birdie Borria, and Charlotte Ann Tucker’s routine for the 1999 song has fans feeling nostalgic.

Gemma Chan gives update on Anna May Wong biopic

As Gemma Chan prepares to channel Hollywood’s first Chinese-American movie star for a biopic, she’s looking forward to bringing Anna May Wong’s life and legacy to the big screen. The actress recently shared news on her upcoming biopic, which she said is “still in development” with producer Nina Yang Bongiovi and Working Title Films, for […]

Netflix is removing most re-watched series – but there’s a catch

Netflix is removing its most re-watched series – but there’s a catch - It’s not a disaster, based on where you are in the world

Can you solve these 25 real 'Jeopardy!' clues about movies?

If you love playing along as "Jeopardy!" contestants try to win big, you'll want to see if you can answer these real "Jeopardy!" questions about movies, compiled by Stacker.

Olivia Rodrigo presents 'Jeopardy!' 'Women in Music' category

The popstar appeared on the game show's latest episode

Where to stream all the 'Evil Dead' movies

One streamer has become a one-stop shop for the entire "Evil Dead" film franchise. Before the release of "Evil Dead Burn," it could be worth brushing up on not just 2023's "Evil Dead Rise," but the larger franchise. It's hard to complain about watching Ash's battles against the Deadites, but you need to track them down to do it. Luckily for the completionists out there, the entire movie series is all in one convenient location - and the...

See Will Ferrell's sons Magnus, Mattias troll him in rare interview

Will Ferrell revealed the moment he stopped competing against his kids Mattias Ferrell, Magnus Ferrell, and Axel Ferrell during an exclusive E! News interview at the July 9 premiere of his new Netflix series ‘The Hawk.’

How to watch 'Obsession': Surprise! New streaming details revealed.

Everything you need to know to watch the indie horror hit at home.

Anthony Hopkins signs record deal, will release album with the Philharmonia Orchestra

The Oscar-winning actor wrote the music over the last six decades.

Actor & comedian Marlon Wayans live in San Diego ahead of stand-up comedy show

Actor, comedian, writer, and producer, Marlon Wayans, is bringing his Wild Child Tour to San Diego's Mic Drop Comedy. Friday and Saturday shows are sold out. Limited tickets are still available for Sunday. He also has a new film "Scary Movie" which opened #1 at the box office on June 5.

Richard Gere's Dalai Lama doc 'Wisdom of Happiness' lands at Music Box

Music Box Films has acquired North American home entertainment rights to “Wisdom of Happiness,” the Richard Gere executive-produced documentary in which the Dalai Lama reflects on compassion, inner peace and navigating the challenges of the modern world. The docu will debut on premium digital video-on-demand platforms across North America on Sept. 15, with pre-orders now […]

Candice Bergen looks back on the time she burned down the nicest restaurant in Switzerland

At the age of 14, Bergen was sent to boarding school in Gstaad and got into a little bit of trouble, she recalls to Ted Danson in a new interview.

Melanie C says Spice Girls’ Wannabe 30th anniversary was a very emotional day

Melanie C says Spice Girls’ Wannabe 30th anniversary was a ‘very emotional day’ - The 52-year-old, who was known as Sporty Spice in the band, was speaking at the Nordoff And Robbins O2 Silver Clef Awards at the Royal Albert Hall.

Justin Baldoni and wife break silence after 'It Ends With Us' legal battle with Blake Lively

Justin Baldoni and his wife Emily have spoken out on their healing journey and faith after the highly-publicized legal dispute with Blake Lively tied to the 2024 film "It Ends With Us."

Dwayne Johnson starred in a live-action Disney movie you'd never expect on SNL

The Moana star's Season 40 sketch imagined a reboot of the classic tale starring the Fast and Furious cast.

Taylor Swift's wedding photos are going viral. There's just one problem.

Deepfakes are giving Swifties plenty to fact-check.

The unbearable weight of massive talent ending explained: A very meta Nic Cage love letter

Nicolas Cage and Pedro Pascal star in a meta movie about film-lovers, organized crime, and Cage's illustrious Hollywood career.

Here are 2 shows and 2 movies you need to watch this weekend

Sorry, all I can think about right now is the "Dune: Part Three" trailer.

NCIS fans, the show just made a major announcement about Mark Harmon

The actor will return to the CBS franchise.

Steve Harvey fans rally around him after he shares heartbreaking family loss

This is the sweetest tribute.

Emmy Rossum says marriage to Justin Siegel began with ultimatum

Marriage sparked by ultimatum: Rossum says Siegel told her to choose between marriage or a breakup before she left for a long film shoot. Secret ceremony details: The pair wed at her home with an online contract and officiant, and Rossum wore a white turtleneck. Quick end to union: After six months apart, Rossum realized they were incompatible; she told her mother only when seeking a divorce.

Kevin Bacon, Kyra Sedgwick, son Travis make Karlovy Vary family affair

There was no need for six degrees of you know what for the crowd catching a late screening of their 'Family Movie' at the Czech film festival, with a special intro from the clan sans Sosie.

Chike Ozah & Coodie Simmons announce Who is Ernie Barnes? Documentary

Filmmakers Chike Ozah and Coodie Simmons are bringing Ernie Barnes' story to the big screen. Barnes was the first American professional athlete to achieve major recognition as a visual artist. Barnes played five seasons as an offensive lineman with the New York Titans, San Diego Chargers and the Denver Broncos. He was also a painter […]

Mariska Hargitay just landed a historic new role—and fans are calling it "legendary"

Talk about a major surprise!

Comic escapes $27 million lawsuit over 'Lion King' chant joke

Comedian Learnmore Jonasi was sued for his comedic translation of the chant in "The Circle of Life"

Olivia Wilde's 'The Invite' achieves 96% on Rotten Tomatoes, competing this summer

With the summer movie season in full swing and several potential blockbuster hits released over the past two months, one star-studded comedy that has gone under the radar has earned one of the highest Rotten Tomatoes scores of 2026. Directed by Olivia Wilde, The Invite was released in select ...

Statham's 'A Working Man' secures spot among Prime Video's biggest hits

Long-running chart success: A Working Man has appeared in Prime Video’s Top 10 for 141 days, marking it as a standout streaming performer for Statham. Sci-fi overtakes action: Ryan Gosling’s Project Hail Mary has climbed above the film in U.S. Prime Video rankings, though Statham’s hit remains strong internationally. Cross-platform strength: The film maintains high positions on MGM+ and VOD platforms, underscoring Statham’s broad streaming appeal.

Thriller starring Liam Neeson gets unexpected title change as release date confirmed

An upcoming action thriller movie starring Liam Neeson has seen both its release date announced as well as a surprising update

Why the best part of SF Godzillafest 2026 isn't a Godzilla movie

Balboa Theatre's annual series features "The Host," rare Godzilla screenings and Bay Area visual effects artist Webster Colcord.

Hollywood’s horror-meme gold rush is minting millionaires

The creator of a monster called Siren Head scored a rich deal as studios hunt for the next “Backrooms”-style hit.

Bonnie Tyler barely earned a penny from iconic hit Total Eclipse of the Heart

What's new to watch on Disney+ and Hulu the week of July 10, 2026

Check out two great movies you might have missed, plus a brand-new Disney variety series for teens and tweens.

Benson Boone joins Megan Moroney on stage for 'Beautiful Things' double-down

The country singer took a page out of her guest's book and flipped expectations.