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'Emilia Pérez' star Karla Sofía Gascón apologizes for old posts and deactivates X account
Read full article: 'Emilia Pérez' star Karla Sofía Gascón apologizes for old posts and deactivates X accountKarla Sofía Gascón, the Oscar-nominated lead of the movie “Emilia Pérez,” is apologizing for her old social media posts that denigrated Islam and that called George Floyd “a drug addict.”.
Houston icons show out for Netflix’s ‘Mo’ season 2 premier at River Oaks Theatre
Read full article: Houston icons show out for Netflix’s ‘Mo’ season 2 premier at River Oaks TheatreAmong the star-studded group included Mo Amer, as well as legends like music icon Bun B, former Astros player Jeff Bagwell, and comedian Dave Chappelle.
Netflix announces release date for Gabby Petito true crime documentary
Read full article: Netflix announces release date for Gabby Petito true crime documentaryIn 2021, the disappearance of Gabby Petito and the subsequent investigation into her boyfriend swept the nation. More than three years later, her story is being revisited in an upcoming documentary on Netflix.
'Emilia Pérez' tops Oscar nominations with 13, 'Wicked' and 'The Brutalist' land 10 apiece
Read full article: 'Emilia Pérez' tops Oscar nominations with 13, 'Wicked' and 'The Brutalist' land 10 apieceAs fresh fires raced across the Los Angeles region, an embattled movie industry has lined up behind the Netflix narco-musical about transgender identity “Emilia Pérez” in Oscar nominations Thursday.
Stock market today: Netflix and AI excitement send Wall Street to the brink of an all-time high
Read full article: Stock market today: Netflix and AI excitement send Wall Street to the brink of an all-time highNetflix, Oracle and other technology stocks lifted U.S. indexes as their profits pile higher and excitement builds around the moneymaking prospects of artificial intelligence.
Netflix's bet on live events helped reel in 19 million more subscribers in holiday-season quarter
Read full article: Netflix's bet on live events helped reel in 19 million more subscribers in holiday-season quarterNetflix added nearly 19 million subscribers during the holiday-season quarter to help propel its earnings beyond analysts’ projections, signaling that the video streaming service’s expansion into live programming is paying off.
Beyoncé donates $2.5 million to fire relief and Meghan delays show launch due to the disaster
Read full article: Beyoncé donates $2.5 million to fire relief and Meghan delays show launch due to the disasterWeaker winds and intense firefighting efforts over the weekend boosted containment of fires burning in and around Los Angeles, but the effects of the blazes on the entertainment world continue.
Netflix drops trailer for season 2 of ‘Mo’ starring Houston’s own Mo Amer
Read full article: Netflix drops trailer for season 2 of ‘Mo’ starring Houston’s own Mo AmerThe critically acclaimed and highly anticipated series, filmed in Houston, is finally returning to Netflix for its second season on January 30 after it first premiered in 2022!
Blue Ivy, Shaboozey, TSU, and Juneteenth—see how Beyoncé brought it all together in her halftime performance in Houston
Read full article: Blue Ivy, Shaboozey, TSU, and Juneteenth—see how Beyoncé brought it all together in her halftime performance in HoustonThis year's Christmas Day halftime show was a spectacular celebration of culture and music, led by Houston's own Beyoncé Carter-Knowles!
All Netflix wants for Christmas is no streaming problems for its first NFL games
Read full article: All Netflix wants for Christmas is no streaming problems for its first NFL gamesNetflix is planning to provide plenty of gifts for viewers of its two Christmas Day games, including Mariah Carey kicking it all off with a taped performance of “All I Want for Christmas is You.”.
Netflix signs US broadcast deal with FIFA for the Women's World Cup in 2027 and 2031
Read full article: Netflix signs US broadcast deal with FIFA for the Women's World Cup in 2027 and 2031Netflix has secured the U.S. broadcasting rights to the Women’s World Cup in 2027 and 2031 as the streaming giant continues its push into live sports.
From ballet to movie stage, Kylie Jefferson reflects on her role in Netflix’s ‘The Six Triple Eight’
Read full article: From ballet to movie stage, Kylie Jefferson reflects on her role in Netflix’s ‘The Six Triple Eight’She's an actress, ballet dancer, and choreographer. Get to know Kylie Jefferson and her creative journey that led her to her role in the new Netflix film 'The Six Tripe Eight.'
AP's top music documentaries of 2024: Taylor Swift, ABBA, the Boss and more — and where to watch
Read full article: AP's top music documentaries of 2024: Taylor Swift, ABBA, the Boss and more — and where to watchHere are some of The Associated Press’ favorite music documentaries of the year — in no particular order — along with where to find them.
'Emilia Pérez' leads Golden Globe nominations with 10, followed by 'The Brutalist' and 'Conclave'
Read full article: 'Emilia Pérez' leads Golden Globe nominations with 10, followed by 'The Brutalist' and 'Conclave'Jacques Audiard’s audacious musical “Emilia Pérez,” about a Mexican drug lord who undergoes gender affirming surgery, led nominations to the 82nd Golden Globes on Monday, scoring a leading 10 nods.
What to stream: Paris and Nicole reunite, Romano and Kudrow team up and Indiana Jones quests
Read full article: What to stream: Paris and Nicole reunite, Romano and Kudrow team up and Indiana Jones questsAngelina Jolie portraying opera singer Maria Callas in the movie “Maria” and Jamie Foxx's Netflix comedy special called “Jamie Foxx: What Had Happened Was.
Houston’s own Mo Amer teases photos of highly anticipated Netflix series’ second season
Read full article: Houston’s own Mo Amer teases photos of highly anticipated Netflix series’ second seasonThe highly acclaimed series, filmed in Houston, is coming back for its second season on January 30 on Netflix!
What to stream: Sabrina Carpenter holiday special, 'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice' and Rosé goes solo
Read full article: What to stream: Sabrina Carpenter holiday special, 'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice' and Rosé goes soloSabrina Carpenter hosting a holiday variety music special on Netflix and Keira Knightley and Ben Whishaw playing a spy and an assassin in the TV series “Black Doves" are some of this week’s new streaming entertainment releases.
Police deny sitting on evidence as Netflix doc brings renewed attention to JonBenet Ramsey's killing
Read full article: Police deny sitting on evidence as Netflix doc brings renewed attention to JonBenet Ramsey's killingPolice in Boulder, Colorado, are refuting assertions that there is viable evidence and leads about the 1996 killing of JonBenet Ramsey that they are not pursuing.
10 options from Santa's big bag of Christmas TV programming
Read full article: 10 options from Santa's big bag of Christmas TV programmingDeck the Halls with Christmas-themed TV as broadcast networks, cable channels and streamers offer holiday fare ranging from romance to musicals and timeless classics.
What to stream: Michael Fassbender spies, yacht rock doc, Ben Stiller, the Beatles and Lindsay Lohan
Read full article: What to stream: Michael Fassbender spies, yacht rock doc, Ben Stiller, the Beatles and Lindsay LohanThe Oscar-nominated animated charmer “Robot Dreams” and the romantic comedy “Sweethearts” are some of this week’s new streaming entertainment releases.
Netflix says over 108 million watched Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson fight live, setting streaming record
Read full article: Netflix says over 108 million watched Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson fight live, setting streaming recordNetflix says last Friday’s boxing match between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson made history.
Tyson-Paul fight gives Netflix opportunity to show it can handle big events with NFL, WWE on horizon
Read full article: Tyson-Paul fight gives Netflix opportunity to show it can handle big events with NFL, WWE on horizonJake Paul and Mike Tyson aren’t the only ones who have high stakes when they meet in the boxing ring on Friday night.
'Saturday Night Live' taps comedian-actor Bill Burr and Charli XCX as hosts for after the election
Read full article: 'Saturday Night Live' taps comedian-actor Bill Burr and Charli XCX as hosts for after the electionComedian-actor Bill Burr will host the first post-election “Saturday Night Live” with musical guest guitarist, producer and vocalist Mk.
Netflix's subscriber growth slows as gains from password-sharing crackdown subside
Read full article: Netflix's subscriber growth slows as gains from password-sharing crackdown subsideNetflix says its subscriber growth slowed dramatically during the summer, a sign that the huge gains from the video-streaming service’s crackdown on freeloading viewers is tapering off.
What to stream: Coldplay, an unhinged Charlie Puth, 'Salem’s Lot,' Sarah Paulson and NHL 25
Read full article: What to stream: Coldplay, an unhinged Charlie Puth, 'Salem’s Lot,' Sarah Paulson and NHL 25Coldplay’s 10th studio album, Charlie Puth starring as himself in Roku's mockumentary series “The Charlie Puth Show” and EA Sports' NHL 25 are some of this week’s new streaming entertainment releases.
California governor signs laws to protect actors against unauthorized use of AI
Read full article: California governor signs laws to protect actors against unauthorized use of AICalifornia's governor has signed legislation to protect Hollywood actors and performers against unauthorized use of artificial intelligence, such as creating their digital clones without their consent.
Houston-based actress Amelia Rico talks representation, motherhood, and coaching amid appearance in AMC’s ‘Dark Winds’
Read full article: Houston-based actress Amelia Rico talks representation, motherhood, and coaching amid appearance in AMC’s ‘Dark Winds’She's the local actress who has made it from Houston to Hollywood! Amelia Rico appears in AMC's 'Dark Winds' now streaming on Netflix. She joins the majority indigenous cast and crew and stops by to discuss her role and why representation in film is so important.
French First Lady stars as surprise guest in new season of 'Emily in Paris'
Read full article: French First Lady stars as surprise guest in new season of 'Emily in Paris'France’s First Lady Brigitte Macron is appearing as a surprise guest on the fourth season of the Netflix show “Emily in Paris,” parts of which were released on Thursday.
What to stream: Adam Sandler, John Legend, 'Only Murders in the Building' and Star Wars Outlaws
Read full article: What to stream: Adam Sandler, John Legend, 'Only Murders in the Building' and Star Wars OutlawsThis week’s new streaming entertainment releases include Adam Sandler’s first comedy special since 2018, Ryan Gosling's “The Fall Guy” comes to Peacock, and DJ and dance producer Zedd is back with an album after nearly a decade.
What to stream this week: Ice Spice, Ghostbusters, Bob Marley, Wayne Brady and new 'Futurama'
Read full article: What to stream this week: Ice Spice, Ghostbusters, Bob Marley, Wayne Brady and new 'Futurama'This week’s new streaming entertainment releases include the long-awaited debut album from Ice Spice, the movie “Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire” mixing new and old franchise stars and Kate Upton hosts the new competition series “Dress My Tour,” where fashion and music intersect.
Netflix's subscriber and earnings growth gather more momentum as password-sharing crackdown pays off
Read full article: Netflix's subscriber and earnings growth gather more momentum as password-sharing crackdown pays offNetflix’s subscriber and earnings growth accelerated in its latest quarter as the video streaming service benefits from a crackdown on freeloading viewers, an expansion into advertising and an acclaimed programming lineup.
'Shogun' leads all Emmy nominees with 25 and 'The Bear' sets comedy series record with 23
Read full article: 'Shogun' leads all Emmy nominees with 25 and 'The Bear' sets comedy series record with 23“The Bear” has gone on a tear at Wednesday morning’s Emmy nominations with a comedy-series record 23, and “Shogun” led all nominees with 25 in a dominant year across categories for FX.
4th generation pitmaster, Sloan Rinaldi competes in new season of Netflix’s ‘Barbecue Showdown’
Read full article: 4th generation pitmaster, Sloan Rinaldi competes in new season of Netflix’s ‘Barbecue Showdown’Sloan Rinaldi, owner of Texas Q in Kingwood, returned to Houston Life to talk about her latest reality competition.
Hot dog-eating champs Joey Chestnut and Takeru Kobayashi will go head-to head in a Netflix special
Read full article: Hot dog-eating champs Joey Chestnut and Takeru Kobayashi will go head-to head in a Netflix specialNetflix has announced a new hot dog-eating contest between rivals Joey Chestnut and Takeru Kobayaski.
Netflix's recipe for success includes 'secret sauce' spiced with Silicon Valley savvy
Read full article: Netflix's recipe for success includes 'secret sauce' spiced with Silicon Valley savvyAlthough its video streaming service sparkles with a Hollywood sheen, Netflix still taps its roots in Silicon Valley to stay a step ahead of traditional TV and movie studios.
Woman who says she's the real Martha from 'Baby Reindeer' sues Netflix for defamation
Read full article: Woman who says she's the real Martha from 'Baby Reindeer' sues Netflix for defamationA woman who says she is the inspiration for the relentless stalker at the center of Netflix’s “Baby Reindeer” is suing the streaming giant for defamation and is seeking at least $170 million in damages.
CEOs got hefty pay raises in 2023, widening the gap with the workers they oversee
Read full article: CEOs got hefty pay raises in 2023, widening the gap with the workers they overseeThe typical compensation package for chief executives who run companies in the S&P 500 jumped nearly 13% last year, easily surpassing the gains for workers at a time when inflation was putting considerable pressure on Americans’ budgets.
What to stream this weekend: 'Hit Man,' Tems, Dakota Johnson, Charli XCX and Star Wars: Hunters
Read full article: What to stream this weekend: 'Hit Man,' Tems, Dakota Johnson, Charli XCX and Star Wars: HuntersThis week’s new streaming entertainment releases include Nigerian singer Tems' debut album, Dakota Johnson plays a woman questioning her sexuality in “AM I OK?”.
Netflix will carry NFL games on Christmas Day for 3 years, including 2 this upcoming season
Read full article: Netflix will carry NFL games on Christmas Day for 3 years, including 2 this upcoming seasonNetflix and the NFL announced a three-year deal for the streaming giant to carry games on Christmas Day.
What to stream this weekend: Zac Efron, Indigo Girls, 'Dark Matter,' 'Mother of the Bride'
Read full article: What to stream this weekend: Zac Efron, Indigo Girls, 'Dark Matter,' 'Mother of the Bride'This week’s new streaming entertainment releases include a new documentary showing the Indigo Girls’ rise and subsequent marginalization, Joel Edgerton finding himself in an alternate timeline of his character's life in the limited series “Dark Matter” and a new “Pretty Little Liars” returns Thursday on Max.
Once dominant at CBS News before a bitter departure, Dan Rather makes his first return in 18 years
Read full article: Once dominant at CBS News before a bitter departure, Dan Rather makes his first return in 18 yearsDan Rather was synonymous with CBS News before the veteran anchorman left in bitterness in 2006, following a discredited report on then-President George W.
Publishing spinoff of 'Wednesday' has everything from tarot cards to 'Woeful Waffles'
Read full article: Publishing spinoff of 'Wednesday' has everything from tarot cards to 'Woeful Waffles'Penguin Random House is teaming with Amazon MGM Studios on a series of books based on “Wednesday,” the Emmy-winning Netflix hit about young Wednesday Addams of Addams Family fame.
What to stream this weekend: A Bon Jovi documentary, Idris Elba in 'Knuckles' and 'Anyone But You'
Read full article: What to stream this weekend: A Bon Jovi documentary, Idris Elba in 'Knuckles' and 'Anyone But You'This week’s new streaming entertainment releases include the Sydney Sweeney and Glen Powell hit romantic comedy “Anyone But You” hitting Netflix, two teen ghost detectives who appear in DC comic books star in their own series called “Dead Boy Detectives" and a documentary detailing Bon Jovi’s rise to fame, breakups and breakdowns.
Netflix now has nearly 270 million subscribers after another strong showing to begin 2024
Read full article: Netflix now has nearly 270 million subscribers after another strong showing to begin 2024Netflix gained another 9.3 million subscribers to start the year while its still-emerging expansion into advertising helped produce financial results that exceeded analysts’ estimates.
What to stream this weekend: Beyoncé, Steve Martin, J-Hope, Mike Birbiglia, Bill Nighy and 'Madu'
Read full article: What to stream this weekend: Beyoncé, Steve Martin, J-Hope, Mike Birbiglia, Bill Nighy and 'Madu'This week’s new streaming entertainment releases include Beyoncé's “Act ll: Cowboy Carter,” a Amazon Prime docuseries about BTS member J-Hope and “Madu,” a documentary about a Nigerian boy who dreams of being a professional ballet dancer.
Inside the SAG Awards: A mostly celebratory mood for 1st show since historic strike
Read full article: Inside the SAG Awards: A mostly celebratory mood for 1st show since historic strikeInside the ballroom at the 30th Screen Actors Guild Awards, “Oppenheimer” was front and center — literally and figuratively — snagging the night’s top prize along with awards for Cillian Murphy and Robert Downey Jr. Ahead of this year’s Academy Awards, Christopher Nolan’s summer blockbuster increasingly looks like the run-away favorite.
Tax-free status of movie, music and games traded online is on table as WTO nations meet in Abu Dhabi
Read full article: Tax-free status of movie, music and games traded online is on table as WTO nations meet in Abu DhabiAs the World Trade Organization opens its latest biannual meeting of government ministers on Monday, its longtime moratorium on duties on e-commerce products is coming under pressure like never before.
'Oppenheimer,' Lily Gladstone win at 30th Screen Actors Guild Awards
Read full article: 'Oppenheimer,' Lily Gladstone win at 30th Screen Actors Guild Awards“Oppenheimer” continued to steamroll through Hollywood’s awards season on Saturday, winning the top prize, for outstanding cast, along with awards for Cillian Murphy and Robert Downey Jr., at the 30th Screen Actors Guild Awards.
Houston woman turns heads in latest Netflix competition show
Read full article: Houston woman turns heads in latest Netflix competition showMeet Winnie Ileso! She's the local woman who appears on a new Netflix reality competition, "The trust: a game of greed." It's the show where contestants have the chance to split a whopping $250,000. She tells us what it was like behind the scenes and what she learned from the high profile show.
What to stream this weekend: 'Avatar: The Last Airbender,' 'Priscilla' and Dolly Parton's puppies
Read full article: What to stream this weekend: 'Avatar: The Last Airbender,' 'Priscilla' and Dolly Parton's puppiesThis week’s new streaming entertainment releases include albums from MGMT and Allie X, “Avatar: The Last Airbender” gets the live-action treatment from Netflix and the seventh and final season begins of the hospital drama “The Good Doctor.”.
New York Philharmonic will play excerpts from 'Maestro,' with Bradley Cooper conversation to follow
Read full article: New York Philharmonic will play excerpts from 'Maestro,' with Bradley Cooper conversation to followThe New York Philharmonic will play excerpts of music from the Academy Award-nominated “Maestro” on the life of former music director Leonard Bernstein on Feb. 14.
Stock market today: Asian shares are mixed, led by gains in Chinese markets following policy moves
Read full article: Stock market today: Asian shares are mixed, led by gains in Chinese markets following policy movesAsian shares are mostly higher, with Chinese stocks extending gains after Beijing announced a raft of policies to support sagging markets.
WWE's 'Raw' is moving to Netflix next year in a major streaming deal
Read full article: WWE's 'Raw' is moving to Netflix next year in a major streaming dealWWE’s weekly television show, “Raw,” will be moving to streaming company Netflix next year, a change that will see the program leave traditional network television for the first time since it began 31 years ago.
For Netflix documentaries, there’s no place like Sundance
Read full article: For Netflix documentaries, there’s no place like SundanceTen years after “The Square,” an acquisition that put Netflix documentaries on the map, the streamer is back at the Sundance Film Festival with an eye towards acquisitions and two very different originals.
'3 Body Problem' to open SXSW, 'The Fall Guy' also to premiere at Austin festival
Read full article: '3 Body Problem' to open SXSW, 'The Fall Guy' also to premiere at Austin festivalThe SXSW Film & TV Festival will open with premiere of “3 Body Problem,” the anticipated Netflix series from “Game of Thrones” creators David Benioff and D.
Meet the Houstonian competing on Netflix's 'Squid Game: The Challenge'
Read full article: Meet the Houstonian competing on Netflix's 'Squid Game: The Challenge'For local real estate broker with CBRE and former restaurateur Thomas Nguyen, participating in the show was an opportunity he couldn’t pass up.
What's streaming this weekend: Indiana Jones, Paris Hilton, Super Mario and 'Ladies of the 80s'
Read full article: What's streaming this weekend: Indiana Jones, Paris Hilton, Super Mario and 'Ladies of the 80s'This week’s new entertainment releases include albums from Dove Cameron and Peter Gabriel, Harrison Ford’s last hurrah as Indiana Jones swings onto Disney+ and Elvis will be honored with a starry special “Christmas at Graceland” featuring Post Malone, Alanis Morissette, John Legend, Kacey Musgraves and Kane Brown.
Hollywood's labor stoppage is over, but a painful industry-wide transition isn't
Read full article: Hollywood's labor stoppage is over, but a painful industry-wide transition isn'tHollywood’s months of labor unrest are coming to an end, but the post-strike landscape that awaits actors and writers may be far from happy-ever-after.
From a dating pod to the altar! Catching up with Lydia and Milton from season 5 of ‘Love Is Blind’
Read full article: From a dating pod to the altar! Catching up with Lydia and Milton from season 5 of ‘Love Is Blind’Lydia and Milton started dating in the pods, fell in love and got married on the popular streaming series. Find out what they’re up to now!
‘Free Solo’ filmmakers dive into fiction with thrilling swim drama ‘Nyad’
Read full article: ‘Free Solo’ filmmakers dive into fiction with thrilling swim drama ‘Nyad’Filmmakers Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi and Jimmy Chin have given audiences thrilling, terrifying front-row seats to incredible feats of human ambition in their documentary work.
Disney to acquire the remainder of Hulu from Comcast for at least $8.6 billion
Read full article: Disney to acquire the remainder of Hulu from Comcast for at least $8.6 billionWalt Disney Co. said it will acquire a 33% stake in Hulu from Comcast for at least $8.6 billion, a deal that will give Disney full control of the streaming service.
New Netflix thriller tackling theme of justice in Nigeria is a global hit and a boon for Nollywood
Read full article: New Netflix thriller tackling theme of justice in Nigeria is a global hit and a boon for NollywoodA Nigerian action thriller that tells a gripping story of corruption and police brutality in Africa’s most populous country has reached record viewership numbers on Netflix charts globally.
Stock market today: Asian shares slip further as higher US 10-year Treasury yield pressures Wall St
Read full article: Stock market today: Asian shares slip further as higher US 10-year Treasury yield pressures Wall StAsian shares have retreated as the prospect of a 5% yield on the 10-year U.S. Treasury for the first time since 2007 added to pressure on Wall Street.
Netflix’s password-sharing crackdown reels in subscribers as it raises prices for its premium plan
Read full article: Netflix’s password-sharing crackdown reels in subscribers as it raises prices for its premium planNetflix on Wednesday disclosed summertime subscriber gains that surpassed industry analysts’ projections, signaling the video streaming service’s crackdown on password sharing is converting former freeloaders into paying customers.
Netflix's password-sharing crackdown reels in subscribers as it raises prices for its premium plan
Read full article: Netflix's password-sharing crackdown reels in subscribers as it raises prices for its premium planNetflix has disclosed summertime subscriber gains that surpassed analysts’ projections, signaling the video streaming service’s crackdown on password sharing is converting former freeloaders into paying customers.
Hollywood writers vote to approve contract deal that ended strike as actors negotiate
Read full article: Hollywood writers vote to approve contract deal that ended strike as actors negotiateHollywood writers have voted almost unanimously to approve the contract agreement reached by their union leaders that ended a strike after nearly five months.
‘Tiger King’ animal trainer 'Doc' Antle gets suspended sentence for wildlife trafficking in Virginia
Read full article: ‘Tiger King’ animal trainer 'Doc' Antle gets suspended sentence for wildlife trafficking in VirginiaVirginia's attorney general says an animal trainer featured in the popular Netflix series “Tiger King” has received a suspended two-year sentence after being convicted of wildlife trafficking.
What to stream this week: Drake, 'Fair Play,' Assassin’s Creed Mirage and William Friedkin last film
Read full article: What to stream this week: Drake, 'Fair Play,' Assassin’s Creed Mirage and William Friedkin last filmThis week’s new entertainment releases include an album by Drake and another by Reba McEntire playing acoustic covers, the corporate thriller “Fair Play” starring Phoebe Dynevor from “Bridgerton,” and “Jane the Virgin” scene-stealer Jaime Camil hosts a new game show on CBS called “Lotería Loca.”.