Harrison Butker Responds To ESPYs Diss By Serena Williams And Quinta Brunson

Ryan Gosling energized the Hall H audience at Comic-Con 2025 while promoting his upcoming sci-fi film Project Hail Mary, based on Andy Weir's novel, featuring clips that blend humor and tension, including an alien named Rocky. The film follows Ryland Grace, a former teacher navigating a crucial mission in space, set for release on March 20, 2026, and has already broken records with its trailer. Want More Context? 🔎

Two new professional dancers, Alexis Warr and Julian Caillon, are set to join the Strictly Come Dancing lineup this autumn, alongside 18 returning dancers. Warr, the winner of So You Think You Can Dance 2022, and Caillon, a veteran of Australia's Dancing With The Stars, bring diverse experience to the BBC One show. Want More Context? 🔎

Dogs and their owners participated in the U.K. Dog Surfing Championship on the English south coast, showcasing their skills in a fun and light-hearted competition. The event featured paddleboarding and celebrated the bond between pets and their enthusiastic owners, capturing joyful moments in a curated photo gallery by AP photo editors. Want More Context? 🔎

Shin Godzilla is returning to U.S. theaters in 4K on August 14th, following GKIDS' acquisition of North American distribution rights. Directed by Hideaki Anno and Shinji Higuchi, the film is a political thriller about Japan's struggle against a monstrous threat, and it became a phenomenon upon its 2016 release, grossing $79 million worldwide and winning multiple awards. Want More Context? 🔎

Bend It Like Beckham will receive a sequel over 20 years after its original release, as confirmed by director Gurinder Chadha. Set for 2027, the new film aims to coincide with the 25th anniversary of the original and the Fifa Women's World Cup in Brazil, reflecting on the impact the 2002 film had on women's football. Want More Context? 🔎

On 17 August 2000, Nick Bateman, known as "Nasty Nick," was ejected from the UK reality show Big Brother for attempting to manipulate votes, prompting widespread moral outrage and debate about the show's integrity. Despite the controversy, the finale on 15 September attracted 10 million viewers, signaling a significant cultural shift in British television. Want More Context? 🔎