US and Ukraine to launch NATO war games in Scottish waters

Ukrainian filmmaker Oleh Sentsov’s latest feature Real, his first since the 2021 Venice comp title Rhino, opens with a messy GoPro shot of Ukrainian soldiers taking cover in a shallow trench in the Donbas, the country’s front line in its defense against Vladimir Putin’s invasion of the country.

Jennifer Maas TV Business Writer Gamers can return to the “Cozy Grove” universe this week with the launch of sequel game, “Cozy Grove: Camp Spirit.” The new titled, which launched Tuesday, is a mobile-only game exclusive to Netflix, which acquired “Cozy Grove” developer Spry Fox as an in-house studio in October 2022, differentiating it from its predecessor, which was released on Apple Arcade, Nintendo Switch (arguably the most-chosen platform for the game’s players), Xbox, PlayStation and PC in 2021. But Spry Fox co-founder and studio director David Edery tells Variety that making the game for Netflix didn’t affect the title as much as fans of other platforms would first assume.

Sigourney Weaver has been awarded the Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement at the upcoming Venice International Film Festival.

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at Large Indie sports media brand Jomboy Media has partnered with regional sports network Bally Sports to air its “Warehouse Games” franchise, which includes ball in play, floorball, blitzball and slapball. Deal reps the first time the games have hit a mainstream linear platform.

There’s a lot of uncertainty in U.S. politics as we approach the forthcoming Presidential Election.

Addie Morfoot Contributor In Jesse Moss and Tony Gerber’s documentary “War Game,” the directing duo map out what America’s next coup d’état might look like. The 94-minute docu takes place on Jan. 6, 2025 – four years after the 2021 Capitol insurrection.

Anna Tingley If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission. Your kitchen can soon have a lot more flavor, thanks to a brand new cookware collection from the mayor of Flavortown himself, Guy Fieri.

Nick Vivarelli International Correspondent Italian crime/action genre specialist Stefano Sollima – who is known for milestone TV series “Gomorrah” and Hollywood movies such as “Sicario: Day of the Soldado” and “Without Remorse” – is officially launching a film and TV production shingle named AlterEgo in tandem with ace U.S. showrunner Gina Gardini and longtime collaborator, writer/director Ludovico Purgatori.

Jon Voight is singing his praises for his daughter and granddaughter.

Marks and Spencer's latest summer top is causing quite the stir among fashion-savvy shoppers, with its ability to instantly elevate any pair of jeans or shorts.The chic £22 M&S top has been praised for its versatility, being 'more dressy than a t-shirt' but still perfect for every occasion, not just the formal ones. At an affordable £22.50 here, Marks and Spencer enthusiasts are snapping up the Jersey Lace Insert Top in all three available hues.This essential piece gets a stylish twist from the delicate embroidered lace, adding a touch of bohemian elegance to the otherwise simple top.The top is made from a soft jersey material that promises breathability and comfort during the warmer months. Its short sleeves are cut to a flattering length, providing coverage while the embroidery draws the eye away from any areas of self-consciousness.

Adam and Ryan Thomas are set to become the nation's new favourite duo, stepping into the limelight with their very own prime-time gameshow on ITV.The charming brothers, who have captured hearts across the UK, are gearing up for a thrilling TV takeover, potentially rivaling the iconic Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly. In an exclusive reveal to the Mirror, Adam, at 35 years young, dishes on this exciting new chapter.The show, intriguingly titled '99 To Beat', will feature a whopping 100 contestants battling it out in a series of nail-biting challenges under the guidance of the dynamic Thomas siblings, who just recently celebrated Ryan's 40th birthday. With each game, the stakes get higher as competitors are knocked out until one victor emerges triumphant.

Diane von Furstenberg climbs atop the bathroom counter, plants her bare feet in the washbasin and assesses herself in the mirror. She runs her hands through her tangle of curls, then uncaps some foundation and applies it to her face. Her uniform: a simple white nightshirt.

Don’t Look Now and The Hunger Games, has died aged 88.With a career dating back to the 1950s, he is widely regarded as one of the most versatile and respected actors, winning numerous prestigious awards for his work in both film and television.His son Kiefer Sutherland, also an actor, announced on X earlier this evening (June 20) that his father had passed away. He reportedly died in Miami from a long illness.The statement read: “With a heavy heart I tell you that my father, Donald Sutherland, has passed away.

UK drama The Gathering was the big winner at the Golden Nymph Awards, which were announced at the closing ceremony of the Monte Carlo TV Festival.

EXCLUSIVE: Strand Entertainment, the L.A.-based management and production company launched earlier this year by Jeff Golenberg and Jason Shapiro, is launching a new digital division in partnership with Amazon Studios/Prime Video alum Lee Stimmel, Deadline has learned.

The family and friends of a teenager who has gone missing in Tenerife said they 'have never been so worried'.

Hillary Clinton made a surprise appearance at the 2024 Tony Awards and received a standing ovation from all those present at the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts in New York City.

Gordon Cox Theater Editor Live theater always reflects the moment in which it’s presented, but this season, Broadway charged head-on into the politics of today with unusual force: A play that directly addressed antisemitism, Israel and Gaza opened barely two months after the events of Oct. 7; climate protestors interrupted a 140-year-old drama about the threat of environmental calamity, and an onstage chronicle of Vladimir Putin’s rise to power opened even as the Russian invasion of Ukraine rolled into its third year.

Despite the expectation of royals receiving extravagant gifts, Princess Charlotte was forced to return an incredibly lavish present she received as a newborn.

Immediately after Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, filmmaker Evgeny Afineevsky made a bold prediction.