6 New Movies Our Critics Are Talking About This Week

Meryl Streep and Martin Short sparked romance rumors after being seen together at the Golden Globes and SNL50 anniversary special in 2024 and 2025. In March 2025, it was reported that they had been dating for over a year, with Meryl falling for Martin's positive and humorous nature. Meryl had been separated from her husband Don Gummer since 2017, while Martin was previously married to Nancy Dolman until her passing in 2010. Full Article

The Broadway production of Shakespeare's "Othello" featuring Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal is breaking box office records with center orchestra seats selling for $921, exceeding even the prices of hit shows like "Hamilton." The show's high ticket prices are being driven by the demand to see these acclaimed actors in a classic play, reflecting a trend of top dollar pricing for live entertainment on Broadway. While some may question the accessibility of such high prices,...

President Trump and his supporters paint a grim picture of discrimination against white people in South Africa, despite data showing they own a majority of the land and are economically better off than Black citizens. Trump's narrative aims to stoke fear of anti-white discrimination in the US, with parallels drawn to South Africa's post-apartheid policies. Trump's recent actions, like cutting aid to Africa and supporting Afrikaners, reflect his commitment to white interests, despite factual inaccuracies...

Bon Iver and Danielle Haim collaborate on "If Only I Could Wait," a track from Bon Iver's upcoming album "Sable, Fable," where doubts and yearning are expressed through majestic melodies and edgy electronic drums. Willie Nelson and Rodney Crowell team up for the reflective duet "Oh What a Beautiful World," showcasing Nelson's signature acceptance and tenacity. Joy Oladokun's "All My Time" reassures a distant lover with a muted but upbeat rhythm-guitar groove. Matt Berninger's "Bonnet...

In a fierce tag team clash at TNA Sacrifice, Cora Jade and Tessa Blanchard emerged victorious, setting the stage for Jade to challenge Masha Slamovich for the Knockouts Championship. Despite a recent concussion scare, Jade is set to compete, but Blanchard's potential interference adds a wildcard element to the high-profile title match, making TNA Sacrifice a must-watch event for wrestling fans. Full Article

Jessica Simpson, 44, made a triumphant return to the stage after 15 years, performing at the Recording Academy’s Austin Chapter Block Party during SXSW in Austin, Texas. She debuted four new songs, including “Leave” and “Use My Heart Against Me,” and performed covers of “Son of a Preacher Man” and “These Boots Are Made for Walkin’.” Simpson's return comes amidst her separation from husband Eric Johnson, with whom she shares three children, and coincides with...