Iran's Palme d'Or-winning director cheered as he arrives home

A new featurette for the film adaptation of Stephen King’s The Life of Chuck showcases its remarkable supporting cast, including Heather Langenkamp, Mia Sara, and Matthew Lillard, emphasizing their contributions to the film. Directed by Mike Flanagan, the movie, described as an apocalyptic It’s a Wonderful Life, tells the life story of Charles Krantz in reverse, exploring themes of joy and connection amidst chaos, and is currently in theaters. Need More Context? 🔎

Welsh actress Kimberley Nixon, known for her role in Channel 4's Fresh Meat, expressed relief after being diagnosed with autism and ADHD, stating a "huge weight has been lifted off my shoulders." Following the birth of her son during the 2020 pandemic, she struggled with perinatal OCD, leading to intense anxiety that lasted two and a half years before prompting her to seek a diagnosis. Need More Context? 🔎

Ian 'H' Watkins, a member of the pop band Steps, received an award at the British LGBT Awards for his contributions to the LGBTQ+ community, particularly for organizing pride events and advocating for same-sex parents. As the founder of Cowbridge Pride in Wales, he expressed that receiving this honor was an "emotional" moment for him. Need More Context? 🔎

To say China's women are outnumbered would be an understatement, with 30 million more men than women creating challenges for unattached males, particularly those from lower social classes. Violet Du Feng's documentary, The Dating Game, follows dating coach Hao and his clients, highlighting the struggles of young men from poor, rural backgrounds seeking partners in a society with a significant gender imbalance. Need More Context? 🔎

Dua Lipa made her Wembley Stadium debut memorable by inviting Jamiroquai's frontman, Jay Kay, to perform his classic "Virtual Insanity." The surprise appearance highlighted her two-hour show, which featured hits like "Physical" and "Levitating," as she emotionally celebrated the milestone in front of 70,000 fans. Need More Context? 🔎

When 28 Days Later premiered in 2002, it introduced a profound sense of everyday terror as Cillian Murphy navigated a deserted London ravaged by a zombie virus. In light of the Covid pandemic, director Danny Boyle and writer Alex Garland are revisiting this theme in 28 Years Later, exploring how societal adaptation to crisis shapes our understanding of fear and reality. Need More Context? 🔎