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Enter Shikari Announce Summer 2026 North American Tour Dates -

February 18, 2026 at 7:43 PM

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Enter Shikari Announce Summer 2026 North American Tour Dates

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Today, Enter Shikari has announced their return to North America for a string of East Coast headline dates. The run opens on June 10, at Boston’s Paradise Rock Club before hitting New York, Philadelph...

*Spoiler* A Crown Earned: 'A Knight Of The Seven Kingdoms' Latest Episode Stands Among Westeros’ Finest -

February 18, 2026 at 7:43 PM

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*Spoiler* A Crown Earned: ‘A Knight Of The Seven Kingdoms’ Latest Episode Stands Among Westeros’ Finest

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*Spoiler* The recent episode of HBO's A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms first season has created an uproar among the fans of the franchise. According to Screenrant, the episode gives a deeper dive into t...

ABC's 'The View' Under FCC Review For Featuring Texas Senate Candidate James Talarico -

February 18, 2026 at 7:43 PM

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ABC’s ‘The View’ Under FCC Review For Featuring Texas Senate Candidate James Talarico

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In the midst of CBS and Stephen Colbert's opposing stances on a recently featured guest, FCC Chairman Brendan Carr has announced that ABC's The View will be under the microscope for inviting that same...

Actor Robert Duvall Dead At 95 -

February 18, 2026 at 7:42 PM

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Actor Robert Duvall Dead At 95

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According to WCNC, actor Robert Duvall (Lonesome Dove, Apocalypse Now) has passed away at the age of 95. The news was announced on his Facebook page via his wife Luciana. She mentions he “passed away ...

The War And Treaty Shares New Song Written by Diane Warren "If This Day" -

February 16, 2026 at 9:11 PM

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The War And Treaty Shares New Song Written by Diane Warren “If This Day”

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The War And Treaty have released a new song called "If This Day," which is part of the soundtrack for the much-anticipated Amazon Prime Video series, The Gray House. The song was written by Diane Warr...

Dua Lipa and Danny L Harle Release New Song "Two Hearts" -

February 16, 2026 at 3:34 PM

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Dua Lipa and Danny L Harle Release New Song “Two Hearts”

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Dua Lipa and Danny L Harle have released a new song called "Two Hearts," which is part of Harle's first album, Cerulean. The track has become popular after being highlighted on Radio 1 as the Hottest ...

'Wuthering Heights' Makes Box Office Swoon With 34.8 Million Domestic Valentines Weekend Premiere -

February 16, 2026 at 3:34 PM

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‘Wuthering Heights’ Makes Box Office Swoon With 34.8 Million Domestic Valentines Weekend Premiere

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Valentine's weekend kicked off with a bang and wraps it's run up with a bow on top with Wuthering Heights leading the charge with a 34.8 million domestic debut. There were plenty of options this weeke...

RIP: Tim Very of Manchester Orchestra Dead at 42 -

February 16, 2026 at 3:34 PM

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RIP: Tim Very of Manchester Orchestra Dead at 42

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Consequence reported that Tim Very, the skilled drummer for Manchester Orchestra, an indie rock band, has sadly died at 42 years old. His unexpected death deeply affects fans, his fellow band members,...

Carpenter Brut Shares Dramatic New Single & Video “Speed Or Perish” -

February 16, 2026 at 3:33 PM

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Carpenter Brut Shares Dramatic New Single & Video “Speed Or Perish”

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French synthwave artist Carpenter Brut has excited fans with his new single and video, "Speed Or Perish." This song gives a sneak peek of his upcoming album, Leather Temple, which will be released on ...

Foo Fighters Tease 11 New Song Snippets On Interactive Web Page -

February 15, 2026 at 5:13 PM

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Foo Fighters Tease 11 New Song Snippets On Interactive Web Page

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NME reported that the famous band Foo Fighters has excited their fans by sharing short clips of 11 new songs on their official website. This is a way for them to build excitement about their upcoming ...

Casey Wasserman Set To Sell Company After Chappell Roan, Wednesday & More Leave Agency Due To Epstein Files Appearance -

February 15, 2026 at 5:13 PM

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Casey Wasserman Set To Sell Company After Chappell Roan, Wednesday & More Leave Agency Due To Epstein Files Appearance

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Casey Wasserman, the leader of Wasserman Media Group, recently informed his team in a memo that he plans to sell the agency. This decision follows public criticism after his name appeared in controver...

The Lemonheads’ Evan Dando Hospitalized After Allegedly Sending Unsolicited Sexual Videos To Fan -

February 15, 2026 at 5:13 PM

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The Lemonheads’ Evan Dando Hospitalized After Allegedly Sending Unsolicited Sexual Videos To Fan

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According to Variety, Evan Dando, the lead singer of The Lemonheads, was recently taken to the hospital after being accused of sending unwanted sexual videos to a fan. This has led many people to talk...

‘Deep Cuts’ Film Casts Ariela Barer Following Odessa A’Zion Casting Controversy -

February 15, 2026 at 5:12 PM

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‘Deep Cuts’ Film Casts Ariela Barer Following Odessa A’Zion Casting Controversy

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A24 has acquired the film rights to the adaptation of the 2025 novel Deep Cuts by Holly Brickley. Fresh off of Marty Supreme, Odessa A’Zion was originally cast in the project as mixed race character ...

Sen. Adam Schiff & Sen. John Curtis Introduce CLEAR Bill That Aims to Regulate AI Use -

February 14, 2026 at 5:32 PM

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Sen. Adam Schiff & Sen. John Curtis Introduce CLEAR Bill That Aims to Regulate AI Use

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AI continues to spark both intrigue and concern throughout the entertainment industry. The intrigue comes from its continuing and frequent growth as well as how its implementation can be beneficial, e...

"Wuthering Heights" Projected To Top Box Office This Valentine's Day Weekend -

February 14, 2026 at 5:32 PM

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“Wuthering Heights” Projected To Top Box Office This Valentine’s Day Weekend

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Emerald Fennell's adaptation of Wuthering Heights is expected to headline this weekend's box office with a $50 million-plus premiere. The Warner Bros. distributed film is director Emerald Fennell's th...

Myrkur Unveils Cinematic New Video For “Touch My Love And Die” -

February 14, 2026 at 5:31 PM

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Myrkur Unveils Cinematic New Video For “Touch My Love And Die”

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Ahead of her performance at Dansk Melodi Grand Prix this weekend, composer, vocalist and multi-instrumentalist, Myrkur, has shared an epic new video for her competition entry, “Touch My Love And Die"....

CHVRCHES’ Lauren Mayberry Joins Lucia & The Best Boys On Intricate New Single & Video “Lonely Girl” -

February 13, 2026 at 8:44 PM

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CHVRCHES’ Lauren Mayberry Joins Lucia & The Best Boys On Intricate New Single & Video “Lonely Girl”

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According to NME.com, Lucia & The Best Boys have joined forces with Chvrches‘ Lauren Mayberry for the brand new single, "Lonely Girl". The track marks the first new music from Lucia & The Best Boys in...

A Web Of Change: First Look At Nicolas Cage’s ‘Spider-Noir’ Swings Onto Prime Video -

February 13, 2026 at 8:44 PM

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A Web Of Change: First Look At Nicolas Cage’s ‘Spider-Noir’ Swings Onto Prime Video

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Nicholas Cage (National Treasures, Ghost Riders) is returning to the Spider-Verse, but not as Peter Parker. According to Amazon Prime, the upcoming live-action Spider Noir series is set to reimagine t...

Tame Impala Announce Summer 2026 North American Tour Dates With DJO & Dominic Fike -

February 13, 2026 at 8:44 PM

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Tame Impala Announce Summer 2026 North American Tour Dates With DJO & Dominic Fike

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Dominic Fike joins indie music mainstay, Tame Impala, on his newly announced North American tour. The first half of the tour will be supported by Djo and the latter half by Dominic Fike, which marks t...

RIP: Andrew Ranken of The Pogues Dead at 72 -

February 13, 2026 at 8:43 PM

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RIP: Andrew Ranken of The Pogues Dead at 72

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Andrew Ranken, the longtime drummer and founding member of Celtic punk legends The Pogues, has died at the age of 72. The band confirmed the news in a public statement shared on social media, promptin...

Paramount Boosts Warner Bros. Discovery Bid With New Shareholder Incentives Amid Ongoing Netflix Deal Battle -

February 12, 2026 at 5:00 PM

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Paramount Boosts Warner Bros. Discovery Bid With New Shareholder Incentives Amid Ongoing Netflix Deal Battle

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Paramount is doubling down on its efforts to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery by strengthening its existing $30-per-share offer with new financial incentives aimed directly at shareholders. According to...

Prime Releases The Official Trailer and Key Art For 'Scarpetta' -

February 12, 2026 at 4:59 PM

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Prime Releases The Official Trailer and Key Art For ‘Scarpetta’

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According to the press release, Prime Video and MGM Studios in association with Blumhouse Television, Comet Pictures and P&S Projects just announced that they released the official trailer and key ar...