NY movie theaters could sell hard liquor in new state budget deal — but there’s a catch

Matty Healy is “uncomfortable” with the attention from Taylor Swift‘s latest album, but “relieved” it wasn’t worse.Fans have speculated that the majority of Swift’s recently released 11th LP ‘The Tortured Poets Department‘ was inspired by her short-lived romance with The 1975 frontman, namely its title track, ‘The Smallest Man Who Ever Lived’ and ‘But Daddy I Love Him’ among others.Last month, after being approached by paparazzi in Los Angeles, Healy was asked how he felt about his “Taylor diss track”. While it’s unclear which exact song the paparazzo was referring to, the ‘About You’ singer replied: “My diss track? Oh! I haven’t really listened to that much of it, but I’m sure it’s good.”Now, an insider told US Weekly that Healy is not a fan of the new unwanted attention after the album’s release.

U.S. novelist and screenwriter Paul Auster died of complications from lung cancer at his home in Brooklyn on Tuesday evening aged 77, the New York Times reported, citing friend and author Jacki Lyden.The New Jersey-born writer was known for a string of acclaimed works including “The New York Trilogy” and “The Book of Illusions”.“We are very sad to hear of the death of Booker Prize shortlistee Paul Auster, whose work touched readers and influenced writers all over the world, and whose generosity was felt in just as many quarters,” the Booker Prizes posted on social media platform X.The literary body shortlisted his book “4 3 2 1” for its award in 2017.The author of more than 30 books, including poetry and memoirs, told Reuters in 2011 he liked to write by hand in notebooks and then produce the finished copy on a typewriter rather than a computer.“I feel more alive when I’m working,” he said.“I am convinced that writing is a kind of illness.

The latest statistics from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) show the State Pension currently provides regular financial support for nearly 12.7 million older people across the country, including over one million retirees living in Scotland. This payment is available for those who have reached the UK Government’s eligible retirement age, which is currently 66 for men and women, and have paid at least 10 years' worth of National Insurance Contributions.

Shonda Rhimes brought Bridgerton to Netflix and fans have obviously been loving the period-piece series since it debuted in late 2020.

Top movie theater circuit AMC Entertainment offered investors a preview of its first-quarter financial results late Friday, with key metrics coming in ahead of Wall Street expectations.

Zack Sharf Digital News Director It’s been well over a year since news first broke that Disney was moving forward with “The Princess Diaries 3.” Anne Hathaway can’t reveal any details, but she did assure fans in a recent V magazine interview that development continues on the long-anticipated sequel, and the intention remains to get it off the ground. “We’re in a good place,” Hathaway said. “That’s all I can say.

EXCLUSIVE: Netflix just boarded a buzzy one. The streamer has joined The Thursday Murder Club, the Chris Columbus-directed feature adaptation of Richard Osman’s bestselling novel.

The 2024 Video Music Awards, the trophy show’s 40th anniversary, will air live from New York’s UBS Arena on Tuesday, September 10, MTV announced today. The VMAs will across MTV’s linear and digital platforms in more than 150 countries and territories, reaching a reported 319 million households.

KFC has introuduced a brand new item to its menu that is said to give foodies a taste of the "ultimate and irresistible" summer BBQ experience. The Ultimate BBQ Burger will be landing in KFC chains across the country from Monday (April 29) - but there's a catch.

Russell Crowe has announced his first US tour in 12 years – you can find all the details below.The Gladiator actor and musician’s ‘Indoor Garden Party’ trek will see him perform live with his band The Gentlemen Barber and Lorraine O’Reilly in Newark, New York City, Los Angeles, Tulsa, Austin and New Orleans this August.Tickets go on general sale at 10am local time this Friday (April 26) – you’ll be able to buy yours here. Pre-sales begin at the same time tomorrow (Thursday, April 25).“Hello America… it’s your turn,” Crowe wrote on social media to announce the forthcoming dates.

Late last week, filmmaker Quentin Tarantino shocked the film industry. All set to start shooting his tenth and would-be final film, “The Movie Critic,” or at least a handful of scenes to be eligible for a tax credit and then resume in 2025, the filmmaker pivoted, changed course, and then canceled the film.

Gary Goodman has signed a new multi-year deal to continue in his role as exec VP of worldwide production. He’ll continue to oversee production on the studio’s slate of scripted series as well as East Coast television production facilities in Yonkers, N.Y., Atlanta and a new site opening soon in Newark, N.J.

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There are so many beloved Netflix shows with upcoming seasons on the way and now we know which ones will be premiering before the end of 2024.

John Hopewell Chief International Correspondent “Sentinel,” by Hollywood legend Phil Tippett, and “Sister Inconnue,” the first solo directorial outing of RKSS’ Anouk Whissell, cold well be two highlights at a 2024 Cannes Frontières Platform that looks set to underscore the robust range of genre as it is embraced by Hollywood, big independents, horror devotees and auteurs alike. Creator of creatures for “Star Wars” and “Jurassic Park,” Tippett may have terrified more people than anybody alive.

If you need a sign to stock up on your favourite jewellery brand, this is it as Abbott Lyon - which is loved by the likes of Stacey Solomon, Saffron Barker and Love Islander Molly Smith - has launched a buy-one-get-one-free deal for today (Wednesday, April 17) only.This means you can snap up two pieces from the brand for the price of one. Running until midnight, the deal can be redeemed by using code BOGOF at the checkout What's more is that if you spend over £79 on an item, you qualify for a free gift, such as a bracelet - which means you would be getting three gorgeous items for the cost of one.

The family of a 21-year-old man who died in a crash between a motorbike and a car in Wigan have said their 'hearts are absolutely broken' in a touching tribute.

Bassist Tony Kanal has embarked on a new career as a TV composer. But he had to put that aside for a special date tonight at Coachella with his friends in No Doubt.

Formula 1 driver Fernando Alonso has secured his future in the motorsport!

The Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, Mel Stride MP, has offered an update on possible State Pension compensation for WASPI women.