Leslie Odom Jr. in ‘Purlie Victorious,’ and More Theater to Stream

New York Times - Sep 15, 2026

This month’s picks includes the “Hamilton” alum starring in Ossie Davis’s 1961 play and a political comedy by Mario Correa ahead of the midterm elections.

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PGA Tour Names Tyler Rutstein Chief Marketing Officer

Sep 15, 2026

PGA Tour Names Tyler Rutstein Chief Marketing Officer

Tyler Rustein, who has held positions with sports-focused apparel companies as well as the alternative Overtime sports leagues, will join the PGA Tour as its new chief marketing officer on October 5. He joins the league as its CEO, Brian Rolapp, a former NFL executive, has articulated a plan aimed at modernizing its tournaments. Rolapp […]

Beyond Everest's Beauty, 'Road to Everest' tells a story of a changing Himalaya

Sep 15, 2026

Beyond Everest's Beauty, 'Road to Everest' tells a story of a changing Himalaya

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'American Sniper' star Sienna Miller confesses motherhood left her questioning her identity

Sep 15, 2026

'American Sniper' star Sienna Miller confesses motherhood left her questioning her identity

'American Sniper' star Sienna Miller confesses motherhood left her questioning her identitySienna Miller, famed for her trendsetting 2000s boho-chic fashion style, admitted she has "completely" lost her fashion sense after embracing motherhood.The American Snipper actress, who welcomed her third...

Zurich To Honor ‘The Artist’, ‘Moonlight’ & ‘I’m Still Here’ Distributor DCM

Sep 15, 2026

Zurich To Honor ‘The Artist’, ‘Moonlight’ & ‘I’m Still Here’ Distributor DCM

The Zurich Film Festival will honor Berlin and Zurich-based distributor DCM with a Career Achievement Award at its upcoming edition kicking off on September 24. The award is being given to the company’s co-founders Marc Schmidheiny, Christoph Daniel, Dario Suter and Joel Brandeis as well as its Swiss managing director Stephanie Candinas for their long-standing […]

Nicole Kidman's secret dating life comes to light: 'It's truly raining men'

Sep 15, 2026

Nicole Kidman's secret dating life comes to light: 'It's truly raining men'

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Prime Video’s ‘The House of the Spirits’ Showrunners Francisca Alegria and Fernanda Urrejola Lead Alma Media Lab Slate (EXCLUSIVE)

Sep 15, 2026

Prime Video’s ‘The House of the Spirits’ Showrunners Francisca Alegria and Fernanda Urrejola Lead Alma Media Lab Slate (EXCLUSIVE)

Chile’s Francisca Alegría and Fernanda Urrejola, co-showrunners of Prime Video’s epic saga “The House of the Spirits” lead the slate of Alma Media Lab, a fledgling publishing-to-screen company based in Miami. Inspired by such companies as Hello Sunshine or Alloy Entertainment, Alma Media Lab will focus on books and series conceived simultaneously in close collaboration […]

Nepal’s Oscar Contender ‘Elephants in the Fog’ Rallies Flood Relief Efforts at Toronto and Beyond (EXCLUSIVE)

Sep 15, 2026

Nepal’s Oscar Contender ‘Elephants in the Fog’ Rallies Flood Relief Efforts at Toronto and Beyond (EXCLUSIVE)

Nepal’s Academy Awards entry “Elephants in the Fog” is the sole Nepali film at the Toronto Film Festival, where director Abinash Bikram Shah has turned the film’s international visibility toward the floods devastating communities back home – among them people directly connected to the production. Lead actress Puspa Thing Lama is from Nuwakot district, one […]

Will Prince William join Prince Harry's birthday plans? Insider reveals all

Sep 15, 2026

Will Prince William join Prince Harry's birthday plans? Insider reveals all

Will Prince William join Prince Harry’s birthday plans? Insider reveals allPrince Harry’s 42nd birthday is today, and many are wondering what Prince William has in store for his younger brother. Reason being this celebration of life is the first year, since 2022 when he is back in...

Mikel Gurrea’s Awaited ‘Saints,’ Toplined by ‘The Beloved’ Star Victoria Luengo, Swooped on by M-Appeal (EXCLUSIVE)

Sep 15, 2026

Mikel Gurrea’s Awaited ‘Saints,’ Toplined by ‘The Beloved’ Star Victoria Luengo, Swooped on by M-Appeal (EXCLUSIVE)

Mikel Gurrea’s “Saints,” starring Victoria Luengo, who played opposite Javier Bardem in “The Beloved,” will be brought to market at San Sebastián by Berlin-based M-Appeal which has acquired its international sales rights. M-Appeal will launch its campaign as “Saints” (“Sants”) weighs into San Sebastián Festival, running Sept. 18-26, as one of its highest-profile titles, one […]

TAT Celebrates the Success of the Amazing Thailand Ambassador Campaign

Sep 15, 2026

TAT Celebrates the Success of the Amazing Thailand Ambassador Campaign

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) celebrates the success of the “Amazing Thailand Ambassador” project, which generated more than 448 million impressions across media and digital channels. The initiative reflects TAT’s efforts to evolve how Thailand is communicated as a destination in response to today’s changing traveller behaviours and digital landscape, using contemporary stories, content, and perspectives to connect audiences with Thailand’s unique charm. As part of the initiative, LISA, as the Amazing Thailand Ambassador, helped showcase Thailand’s stories and perspectives to travellers through the “Feel All the feelings” campaign, sparking widespread conversation and inspiring people to experience and discover Thailand for themselves.

Meet Lee Pace, who stars as Ian Wright in Practical Magic 2 alongside Sandra Bullock

Sep 15, 2026

Meet Lee Pace, who stars as Ian Wright in Practical Magic 2 alongside Sandra Bullock

Lee Pace is no stranger to fantasy. The 47-year-old actor is known for playing Thranduil the Elvenking in The Hobbit trilogy, Ronan the Accuser in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Brother Day in Foundation and vampire Garrett in The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 2. Most recently, he joins Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman in Practical Magic 2, and the internet has fallen under his spell. The newly released sequel to the 1998 film, which also stars Joey King and Maisie Williams, secured a...

Meet Celine Dion’s 3 supportive sons, René-Charles and twins Nelson and Eddy

Sep 15, 2026

Meet Celine Dion’s 3 supportive sons, René-Charles and twins Nelson and Eddy

For the first time in six years, Celine Dion returned to the stage and performed a full live show to kick-start her residency at the Plenitude Arena in Paris from September 12 to May 29, 2027. The 58-year-old was diagnosed with stiff person syndrome in late 2022, a rare autoimmune neurological disorder that causes muscle stiffness and painful spasms. The diagnosis led the songstress to step away from the limelight; she last performed a live full set in 2020 as part of her Courage tour. Dion’s...

Best moments of the 2026 Emmy Awards

Sep 15, 2026

Best moments of the 2026 Emmy Awards

From Mariska Hargitay's carefree hosting style and musical numbers to an emotional moment with Michael J. Fox and surprises by presenters, the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards were a pleasant evening of distraction.

Stephen Colbert unveils his bold new avatar: 'Beard-bot'

Sep 15, 2026

Stephen Colbert unveils his bold new avatar: 'Beard-bot'

Stephen Colbert unveils his bold new avatar: 'Beard-bot'Stephen Colbert's new bold look is "all AI," joked the host as he debuted his new facial hair.On Monday, The Late Show host walked down the red carpet of the 78th annual Primetime Emmy Awards sporting his full grey goatee and described his...

‘Gomorrah’ Writer Maddalena Ravagli to Make Directorial Debut With Sicily-Set ‘The Place of Eternal Summer’ (EXCLUSIVE)

Sep 15, 2026

‘Gomorrah’ Writer Maddalena Ravagli to Make Directorial Debut With Sicily-Set ‘The Place of Eternal Summer’ (EXCLUSIVE)

Maddalena Ravagli, who is known for penning some of the most successful Italian scripted series including “Gomorrah” and “ZeroZeroZero,” is making her directorial debut with Sicily-set story “The Place of Eternal Summer” (“La terra dell’estate”). Shooting is now underway in Sicilian locations on Ravagli’s first feature, which will mix coming-of-age and action movie tropes under […]

Channel 4 & Paramount’s 5 Make History With Advertising Deal

Sep 15, 2026

Channel 4 & Paramount’s 5 Make History With Advertising Deal

Channel 4 and Paramount UK network 5 (previously Channel 5) have struck a historic pact over advertising. For the first time, two UK public service broadcasters will join together on ads, with Channel 4 Sales becoming the exclusive partner for a broad portfolio of Paramount brands in the UK including All Creaturs Great and Small […]

Jamaica to Host World Travel Week as Minister Bartlett Advances Global Tourism Resilience Agenda

Sep 15, 2026

Jamaica to Host World Travel Week as Minister Bartlett Advances Global Tourism Resilience Agenda

Jamaica will host World Travel Week, a major gathering of global tourism stakeholders, from October 10–15 at Princess Resorts in Negril. Minister of Tourism Hon. Edmund Bartlett made the announcement at the World Travel Awards in Dubai on Sunday, calling it “a statement that Jamaica is ready, willing, and able to lead the global conversation on the future of travel.”

CHTA PUTS WORKFORCE AT CENTER OF AI TRANSFORMATION WITH NEW CARIBBEAN HOSPITALITY GUIDE

Sep 15, 2026

CHTA PUTS WORKFORCE AT CENTER OF AI TRANSFORMATION WITH NEW CARIBBEAN HOSPITALITY GUIDE

As businesses navigate evolving workforce needs, artificial intelligence (AI) presents new opportunities to strengthen productivity, develop talent and support operations. Realizing that potential, however, requires businesses to prepare their people to use AI effectively and responsibly. The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) is helping the region’s hospitality and tourism businesses do just that with the release of the AI Workforce Transformation Guide for Caribbean Hospitality: Practical Strategies for People Management, Learning and Leadership – the third edition of its AI Guidebook Series.

Kelly Osbourne makes 'hardest' decision of her life involving sister Aimee

Sep 15, 2026

Kelly Osbourne makes 'hardest' decision of her life involving sister Aimee

Kelly Osbourne makes 'hardest' decision of her life involving sister AimeeKelly Osbourne recently announced that she has parted ways with her elder sister Aimee Osbourne.During her appearance on the We Need to Talk podcast, the 41-year-old daughter of Sharon and Ozzy Osbourne revealed to host Paul...

Nicole Kidman, Michael Reinstein's blossoming romance 'cooled off'?

Sep 15, 2026

Nicole Kidman, Michael Reinstein's blossoming romance 'cooled off'?

Nicole Kidman, Michael Reinstein's blossoming romance 'cooled off'?Nicole Kidman’s new romance with businessman Michael Reinstein has reportedly cooled off.On Monday, an insider spilled to Now to Love that the 59-year-old actress is in no rush to settle down again."Michael is really...

Shangri-La’s Upcoming Kyoto Hotel to Put Guests Opposite UNESCO World Heritage Site

Sep 15, 2026

Shangri-La’s Upcoming Kyoto Hotel to Put Guests Opposite UNESCO World Heritage Site

The 77-key Songtei Kyoto will sit opposite Nijo Castle as the second hotel in Shangri-La's ultra-luxury Signatures collection, with a phased opening beginning late 2026 The post Shangri-La’s Upcoming Kyoto Hotel to Put Guests Opposite UNESCO World Heritage Site appeared first on Business Traveller.

Alma Pöysti, William Spetz, Pekka Strang Join Jon Blahed’s Romantic Comedy ‘The Bottom Line’ (EXCLUSIVE)

Sep 15, 2026

Alma Pöysti, William Spetz, Pekka Strang Join Jon Blahed’s Romantic Comedy ‘The Bottom Line’ (EXCLUSIVE)

Actors Alma Pöysti, William Spetz and Pekka Strang are attached to Jon Blåhed’s romantic comedy “The Bottom Line,” with Pöysti set to play the lead role of Iris. The project will be pitched at the Finnish Film Affair (Sept. 23-25), which is the industry program of the Helsinki Intl. Film Festival. Pöysti is best known […]

Emmy Awards Highlights: ‘Widow’s Bay’ Leads Apple TV to Big Night

Sep 15, 2026

Emmy Awards Highlights: ‘Widow’s Bay’ Leads Apple TV to Big Night

The horror-comedy won 14 awards, and Apple TV took home the most Emmys for the first time. “The Pitt” won best drama for the second year in a row, as Matthew Rhys, Jean Smart and Allison Janney entered the record books.

PBS Buys Dutch Dementia Doc ‘Human Forever’, Which Follows ‘The Greta Thunberg Of Healthcare’

Sep 15, 2026

PBS Buys Dutch Dementia Doc ‘Human Forever’, Which Follows ‘The Greta Thunberg Of Healthcare’

EXCLUSIVE: PBS has picked up a Dutch documentary that follows Teun Toebes, a humanitarian activist known as ‘the Greta Thunberg of healthcare.’ Human Forever comes from indie Dutch producer Super7even Productions, which struck the deal directly with PBS. Other buyers unveiled today are SBS in Australia and RUV in Iceland, who joins the likes of […]

Tom Pelphrey plans to become stay-at-home dad after Emmy win?

Sep 15, 2026

Tom Pelphrey plans to become stay-at-home dad after Emmy win?

Tom Pelphrey plans to become stay-at-home dad after Emmy win?Kaley Cuoco fiance Tom Pelphery is looking forward to become a stay-at-home dad after his 2026 Emmy win.Speaking to Extra after winning his first-ever Emmy award, the Ozark star revealed that he has forgotten what he said in his...

Best and Worst Moments From the 2026 Emmys

Sep 15, 2026

Best and Worst Moments From the 2026 Emmys

There was plenty of history in Monday’s telecast, hosted by Mariska Hargitay, and also plenty of cringe.

Colin Kaepernick’s Memoir Addresses His National Anthem Protests

Sep 15, 2026

Colin Kaepernick’s Memoir Addresses His National Anthem Protests

The former N.F.L. quarterback began protesting after becoming enraged by police killings, he writes in “The Perilous Fight.”

AMAALA Yacht Club opens, putting the Red Sea on the global yachting map

Sep 15, 2026

AMAALA Yacht Club opens, putting the Red Sea on the global yachting map

Red Sea Global (RSG), the regenerative tourism developer, has announced that AMAALA Yacht Club has officially begun operations, marking a major milestone in establishing the Saudi Red Sea as a new global destination for luxury yachting, sailing and marine tourism.

Ron Bennington Has Stage 4 Cancer. Now He’s Podcasting During Chemo

Sep 15, 2026

Ron Bennington Has Stage 4 Cancer. Now He’s Podcasting During Chemo

His diagnosis led to tributes from dozens of fellow stand-ups. Those inspired his novel show, featuring famous peers and recorded in the hospital. It can get dark.

Prince Harry shoots himself in the foot after 'constantly impacting the entire family'

Sep 15, 2026

Prince Harry shoots himself in the foot after 'constantly impacting the entire family'

Prince Harry shoots himself in the foot: ‘Constantly impacting the entire family’Another slap of anguish has hit Prince Harry because rumours have started working overtime, regarding his relationship with King Charles, who just recently made his station as a private citizen very clear....

San Sebastian and Busan Title ‘In My Father’s Room’ Sells Wide for Bitters End (EXCLUSIVE)

Sep 15, 2026

San Sebastian and Busan Title ‘In My Father’s Room’ Sells Wide for Bitters End (EXCLUSIVE)

Bitters End has sold “In My Father’s Room” to France, Korea, Taiwan and Hong Kong ahead of the film’s world premiere in competition at the San Sebastian Film Festival, with several more territories still in negotiation. After San Sebastian, the film will travel to the Busan International Film Festival. Art House Films has picked up […]

The Cellist Jeffrey Zeigler Explores His Family’s Gullah Geechee Roots

Sep 15, 2026

The Cellist Jeffrey Zeigler Explores His Family’s Gullah Geechee Roots

In a new multidisciplinary work, the cellist Jeffrey Zeigler explores his family’s Gullah Geechee roots in South Carolina with a host of collaborators.

The Midcareer Artist Camille Henrot Is Apparently Tireless

Sep 15, 2026

The Midcareer Artist Camille Henrot Is Apparently Tireless

The French artist makes you feel like a reveler in her epiphanies, from slapstick commedia dell’arte to dog sculptures in Central Park. At midcareer she is apparently tireless.

The Elusive Choreographer Sarah Michelson Is Turning MoMA Into a Dance Palace

Sep 15, 2026

The Elusive Choreographer Sarah Michelson Is Turning MoMA Into a Dance Palace

Sarah Michelson presents her expansive vision of dance at the Museum of Modern Art, where she will take over the atrium in her exhibition, “nowhere.”

With ‘Seven Guitars,’ Ruben Santiago-Hudson Keeps the Light on for August Wilson

Sep 15, 2026

With ‘Seven Guitars,’ Ruben Santiago-Hudson Keeps the Light on for August Wilson

Ruben Santiago-Hudson, a recent Tony nominee for “Joe Turner’s Come and Gone,” returns to the director’s chair for this season’s revival of “Seven Guitars.”

Shailene Woodley’s Shocking Emmys Outfit Has People Comparing Her To Everything From A “Randomized Sim” To A 6-Year-Old Playing Dress-Up, And It’s Pretty Brutal

Sep 15, 2026

Shailene Woodley’s Shocking Emmys Outfit Has People Comparing Her To Everything From A “Randomized Sim” To A 6-Year-Old Playing Dress-Up, And It’s Pretty Brutal

“the outfit a toddler wears after throwing a tantrum all morning and their parents gave up.” View Entire Post ›

dnata Travel reports surge in ski holidays and Arctic adventures among UAE travellers

Sep 15, 2026

dnata Travel reports surge in ski holidays and Arctic adventures among UAE travellers

All-inclusive ski holidays and Arctic adventures are among the fastest-growing travel trends for UAE residents this winter, according to the latest booking data from dnata Travel. The company is seeing growing demand for snow-based holidays and cooler-climate escapes across Europe and Asia. Japan has entered dnata Travel’s top five most-booked international destinations for winter 2026/27 to date, while Finland, France, Switzerland, and Georgia are recording some of the strongest year-on-year increases in bookings and climbing the company’s top 20 winter destinations ranking.

Rediscover Autumn in Italy

Sep 15, 2026

Rediscover Autumn in Italy

Aethos invites travellers to rediscover autumn in Italy — from a final stretch of alpine summer and Sardinia’s coast before it closes for the year, to Milan’s autumn programming and the harvest season in Umbria’s hills.

FCM expands Meetings & Events business in Hong Kong

Sep 15, 2026

FCM expands Meetings & Events business in Hong Kong

FCM Travel has launched Meetings & Events services in Hong Kong as part of its Greater China expansion. The move comes as Hong Kong’s MICE sector recorded 2.51 million visitors in 2025, while FCM’s M&E business across Greater China nearly doubled year on year in FY26. Peter Chau has been appointed Meetings & Events Manager, Hong Kong.

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