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When France bids farewell to its cultural giants, the nation inevitably pauses to reflect. The passing of Alain Delon, a cinematic icon whose face and name are etched into the very fabric of French film, was no exception. Yet, as Nicole Calfan, a close associate, recently shared on “Pascal Praud et vous,” Delon’s funeral was anything but typical for a star of his magnitude. Calfan’s insights, aired alongside the cinema concert “Delon Le Dernier Samouraï,” added personal texture to a public moment.Pascal Praud, a prominent French media figure, drew direct comparisons between Delon’s send-off and the 2017 funeral of Johnny…

On a chilly Monday morning in December 2025, Timothy Shane—an inmate in custody for drug charges and a suspected kidnapping—managed to slip away from Grady Memorial Hospital in Atlanta. What began as a routine transfer quickly spiraled into a statewide manhunt, capturing headlines and stoking community fears across Rockdale, Newton, and Henry counties. Timeline of the Escape: From Hospital to Hiding The chain of events began shortly after Shane, 52, was hospitalized following what investigators described as a suicide attempt. That detail alone signals the desperation and volatility authorities are grappling with. Not long after arriving at Grady, Shane seized…

Taylor Swift might have been listening to Sombr’s music lately, but he has been a Swiftie ever since his childhood, and that doesn’t seem to be changing any time soon. The 20-year-old singer spoke about his budding friendship with the pop superstar, 35, in a recent interview and shared his plans about her wedding to Travis Kelce. The back to friends hitmaker said, “Man, I’m just happy for them,” in conversation with Vulture. Sombr continued, “I grew up with Taylor Swift, and seeing one of my favorite artists from my childhood getting engaged is really cool to see,” he added…

Anne Hathaway, the Oscar-winning actress known for her versatility and magnetic screen presence, is stepping into a new kind of spotlight with the upcoming A24 film Mother Mary. The movie, directed and written by David Lowery, is already stirring anticipation with its first trailer, and promises a psychological journey through the world of pop stardom, devotion, and personal sacrifice. A Reunion on the Brink: The Heart of ‘Mother Mary’ Set for release in spring 2026, Mother Mary centers on Hathaway’s character, an iconic global pop star preparing for a high-stakes comeback performance. But this is not your typical celebrity drama.…

Kyle Schwarber, the power-hitting Phillies designated hitter, is drawing serious interest from the Cincinnati Reds and Boston Red Sox as the MLB free agency market heats up this December. The MVP runner-up is projected to command a 5-year, $135 million contract, and multiple teams are positioning to compete for his services before the offseason accelerates. Reds Make Aggressive Push for Hometown Star The Cincinnati Reds are mounting a serious challenge for Kyle Schwarber‘s signature. According to reporting from The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal on December 3, the Reds are firmly in contention and not merely exploratory. Schwarber hails from Middletown, Ohio,…

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission.The world’s most famous Christmas tree is getting lit up tonight at Rockefeller Center. The tree lighting ceremony will be broadcast nationally on NBC’s Christmas in Rockefeller Center, but the 75-foot-tall Norway Spruce isn’t the only star set to appear at the event. Reba McEntire will host the show and perform alongside Marc Anthony, Halle Bailey, Michael Bublé, Kristin Chenoweth, Laufey, New Edition, Brad Paisley, Carly Pearce, Gwen Stefani, and the Radio City Rockettes. At a Glance: How to…

Dalila is a Burkinabè visionary social entrepreneur, an expert in strategic project management, and a passionate community builder. Her life is characterized by ceaseless activity and commitment, a trait that began early.Dalila’s entrepreneurial journey started at the age of 10, where she was already honing her business acumen by selling homemade bissap, ginger, and baobab juices during school holidays. This early drive wasn’t just commercial; throughout her schooling, she was deeply committed to social activities and volunteering.Built on the foundation of meticulous planning and compassion, Aidy Pearls proves that a business can be a powerful engine for social change. When…

That was the title of a Wednesday panel discussion atContent London that brought out such speakers as Frank Spotnitz, CEO and founder of Big Light Productions (The X-Files, The Man in the High Castle and more). Joining him were AGC Studios chief content officer Lourdes Diaz, Lloyd Segan, partner at Piller/Segan, and Blink49’s Tara Long, global president of unscripted television at the Fifth Season-backed company. Spotnitz was asked about California governor Gavin Newsom’s increase in tax incentives to a cap of $750 million annually to combat runaway production. “The decline has been going on for at least 30 years,” Spotnitz…

For millions of Americans, cheese is a staple. Whether it’s sprinkled on a classic Minnesota hot dish or sliced onto a sandwich, cheese finds its way into kitchens across the country. But this December, a wave of recalls swept through 31 states, forcing consumers to pause and double-check what’s in their refrigerators. Two distinct threats—metal fragments and listeria contamination—have led to urgent warnings and product withdrawals, raising serious questions about food safety and manufacturing oversight.According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the first recall was initiated after metal fragments were discovered in shredded cheese products. This wasn’t a localized…

creepy twists and stylized violence to send shivers down the spines of audiences for Influencers, the Canadian filmmaker’s follow-up to his 2023 original horror thrillerInfluencer. But with young people increasingly warned about the dangers of harmful social media content and generative AI tools, Harder also sees his dark tale about a young woman’s chilling obsession with murder and identity theft becoming the perfect scary film for our scary times. “Horror is a great platform to dive into the darker sides of society,” Harder told The Hollywood Reporter ahead of a screening of Influencers at the Whistler Film Festival, just before…

Right on the heels of announcing Nova Forge, a service to train custom Nova AI models, Amazon Web Services (AWS) announced more tools for enterprise customers to create their own frontier models. AWS announced new capabilities in Amazon Bedrock and Amazon SageMaker AI at its AWS re:Invent conference on Wednesday. These new capabilities are designed to make building and fine-tuning custom large language models (LLMs) easier for developers. The cloud provider is introducing serverless model customization in SageMaker, which allows developers to start building a model without needing to think about compute resources or infrastructure, according to Ankur Mehrotra, general…

Unlike Kevin McCallister, Daniel Stern is happy to stay home alone.The former Wet Bandit recently shared why he won’t be attending any of Home Alone’s 35th anniversary events. After all, Daniel, 68, who played robber Marv in the classic holiday film alongside Joe Peschi’sHarry, admitted he’s “a bit of a homebody.” “I don’t leave my farm,” Daniel told People in an interview published Dec. 2. “It’s no offense to the movie. I’m just … a phone call, Zoom call, I’m in.” Years after starring in the iconic Macaulay Culkinfilms, Daniel left Hollywood and opted for a quiet life on a…

Alexa Alfia and Brennon Lemieux are entering a new chapter—separately.More than one year after the Love Is Blind season three stars welcomed their daughter Vienna Lemieux, they confirmed that they had broken up following four years of marriage. “After much reflection and many heartfelt conversations, we have made the difficult decision to end our marriage,” Alexa shared on Instagram Dec. 3. “This choice was not made lightly, and it comes with a great deal of care, respect, and appreciation for the time we’ve shared.” “We entered this relationship with love and optimism, and we leave it with gratitude for the…

Tonight, at Playground Global in Palo Alto, some very smart people who are building things you don’t understand yet will explain what’s coming. This is the final StrictlyVC event of 2025, and truly, the lineup is ridiculous. The series has traveled around the globe under the auspices of TechCrunch: Steve Case rented a theater in Washington, D.C.; we talked to Greece’s prime minister in Athens; and Kirsten Green hosted us at the Presidio in San Francisco. The concept is always the same, though: Bring together people who are working on genuinely important developments in a smaller setting, before everyone else…

The deal, announced Tuesday, marks the latest acquisition for the 12-year-old company that has quietly become one of the tech industry’s most prolific buyers — despite remaining largely unknown to the general public.So what exactly is Bending Spoons? Despite its catchy name, the company has stayed remarkably under the radar, and it typically makes headlines only when it adds another recognizable brand to its portfolio — which now includes Evernote, WeTransfer, Meetup, and StreamYard, among others.But Bending Spoons isn’t a traditional private equity firm or a pure financial investment vehicle. Its focus is on acquiring underperforming but popular tech brands,…

This holiday season, gift trends are shifting toward the mother. Shoppers are moving beyond baby gear. They are choosing presents that support a new mom’s well-being and daily life.According to E! Shopping insights, the focus is on thoughtful items. The goal is to celebrate her identity beyond parenthood. This trend highlights practicality and personal indulgence. From Chic Bags to Ready Meals: Gifts That Simplify Daily Life Practical gifts are leading the way. Items like the Coach Brooklyn Shoulder Bag offer style and function. Its roomy interior handles daily essentials with ease.Meal kits are another popular choice. Services like Purple Carrot…

Steve Cropper, the pioneering guitarist of Booker T. & the M.G.’s, has died. He was 84 years old. According to the Associated Press, Cropper passed away on Wednesday in Nashville. His death marks the end of an era for soul and R&B music.Cropper was a founding member of the iconic Stax Records house band. His crisp, funky guitar work defined countless hits. He was a master songwriter and producer behind the scenes. Crafting the Sound of an Era Cropper’s guitar was the backbone of soul classics. He co-wrote and played on Otis Redding’s “(Sittin’ On) The Dock of the Bay.”…

Melissa Gorga and Joe Gorga’s family is getting more than just a sprinkle of holiday cheer.The Real Housewives of New Jersey stars offered a promising update on their renewed relationship with Joe’s sister Teresa Giudice after they recently ended their yearslong estrangement. “We’ve made a lot of progress,” Melissa told E! News in an exclusive interview at a special screening of The Housemaid in New York City Dec. 2. “It’s great. Everything’s good.”Ahead of the screening of the film—in theaters Dec. 19—the 46-year-old also revealed the Gorga and Giudice households are planning to revive one of their longstanding holiday traditions…

Scarlett Johansson is in final negotiations to join the cast of The Batman Part II. This news comes from a report by the industry publication Deadline. The actress is poised to enter the DC Universe years after her iconic run in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.Robert Pattinson is set to return as Bruce Wayne. Director Matt Reeves will also be back to helm the sequel. This potential casting marks a major shift for one of Hollywood’s biggest stars. From Marvel to DC: Johansson’s Potential Gotham Arrival Details about Johansson’s character remain tightly under wraps. The role she might play is a…

Toluca meets Monterrey tonight in a crucial Liga MX semifinal. The match kicks off at Estadio BBVA. The defending champions aim to secure their spot in the final against a dangerous opponent.This high-stakes playoff battle features two former champions. The winner moves one step closer to lifting the Apertura 2025 trophy. The atmosphere promises intense football. Season Leaders Confront Playoff Underdogs Toluca finished the regular season in first place. They earned 37 points from their 17 matches. According to ESPN analysis, their offensive power has been unmatched.Monterrey secured the fifth and final playoff spot. They gathered 31 points in the…

Former President Donald Trump posted over 150 times in a single night this week. This late-night social media marathon immediately became fodder for America’s top comedians. Jimmy Kimmel, Jimmy Fallon, and Stephen Colbert all opened their shows with brutal takedowns.The posts were a mix of conspiracy theories, personal attacks, and even a movie clip. According to Reuters, the flurry of activity on his Truth Social platform lasted for hours. It highlighted his continued dominance of the political conversation through online outbursts. Details of the Late-Night Posting Spree The social media burst happened on a Monday night. Trump posted 158 times…

Jessie JandKate Middleton are royally connected.The “Price Tag” singer detailed her decision to break royal protocol by hugging the Princess of Wales following the Royal Variety Performance at Royal Albert Hall last month, revealing that she opted to embrace Kate despite being “briefed not to.””I just saw a mom that has also gone through cancer publicly, and I just wanted to give her a hug,” Jessie said on This Morning Dec. 3. “It was as simple as that. I didn’t see her as the Princess of Wales, I mean obviously I did, and I was respectful.”The “Bang Bang” singer, who…

Tammie Rosen, a respected communications leader in the film festival world, has died. She was 49 years old. Rosen passed away on Wednesday after a fight with cancer.She was a beloved figure at both the Sundance Institute and Tribeca Film Festival. Colleagues remember her for profound kindness and unwavering professionalism in equal measure. A Career Championing Independent Film Rosen’s career was defined by supporting filmmakers. She started in Hollywood public relations at Rubenstein Communications. There, she began working with the young Tribeca Film Festival.She later joined Tribeca Enterprises full-time in 2007. As Executive Vice President, she helped grow the festival…

Sydney Sweeney is mopping the house floor with her nostalgic transformation.After months of styling her short bob, the 28-year-old debuted Old Hollywood curls at the Dec. 2 screening of her latest film The Housemaid in New York. At the event, Sydney walked the red carpet with her bouncy tresses on display. Still sporting her signature blonde, her new 1970s-inspired curls filled her hair slightly below her shoulders. However, her nods to the retro era didn’t end there. The Euphoria actor also wore a silver Miu Miu gown, complimenting the look with a white feather boa and diamond-studded earrings. Meanwhile, her…