The extraordinary showdown between President Donald Trump and media outlets whose coverage he dislikes has moved to a courtroom in the nation’s capital.

Robert Pattinson stars in “Primetime,” a film inspired by NBC Dateline's “To Catch a Predator.”.

Rome's Colosseum has been closed to mourn a worker who fell to his death at Italy's most-visited monument.

Dolly Parton’s estate has accused the country music icon’s nephew of threatening violence and to destroy his aunt’s legacy and business empire and have asked a judge to keep him away from its employees and business dealings.

Harvey Weinstein has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for sexually assaulting a woman in New York in 2006.

Glenn Martens has wrapped up his time as Diesel's creative director with a racy, body-positive collection at Milan Fashion Week.

A tense moment between President Donald Trump and CNN's Kaitlan Collins is a stark reminder of how the conflict between the administration and some news outlets has escalated in just a few days.

Marlon James and Douglas Stuart can become the fifth author to win the Booker Prize twice after both were shortlisted for arguably the U.K.’s most prestigious fiction accolade.

Ella Langley’s song “Choosin’ Texas” is officially the longest-running No. 1 single in the U.S., spending 23 weeks at the top spot on the Billboard Hot 100.

A coroner has determined that actor Hayden Panettiere died from an accidental overdose of several drugs including fentanyl.

A new book by the late Princess Diana's brother, Charles Spencer, has made headlines with damning allegations about King Charles III.

Twelve states and Hollywood writers challenging Paramount’s buyout of Warner Bros.

TV creator Joshua Safran is introducing "Line of Fire," a new NBC show blending elements of a crime procedural with a soap opera.

Louisa Proske is making her Met debut directing Verdi’s “Macbeth.”.

CNN, MS NOW and Politico have filed a lawsuit over being denied White House access.

The son of supermodel Cindy Crawford, Presley Gerber has died at age 27.

A tiny wild cat newly identified as a species in Bolivia has become an unlikely tourist attraction.

Converse has removed a social media ad after backlash over an image critics said evoked racist symbols.

“La Bola Negra,” the Spanish queer epic about the intertwined lives of three gay men, won the People’s Choice Award at the Toronto International Film Festival on Sunday, confirming its status as a major Oscar contender.

Zach Cregger’s “Resident Evil” is giving the North American box office a boost in its first weekend.

Brendan Farrington has died at 60.

The new Lucas Museum of Narrative Art opens to the public on Tuesday in Los Angeles.

Jewish heirs of Holocaust victims have filed lawsuits in California to reclaim Nazi-looted paintings from museums in Los Angeles and Poland.

Munich's Oktoberfest has kicked off with the city's mayor tapping the first beer keg, marking the start of the 191st edition of the festival.

Ed Sheeran opened a concert in Philadelphia with comments about Gaza, saying what’s happening is “catastrophic and unjustifiable.”.

The longtime chief executive of the Council of Fashion Designers of America says he is stepping down.

Thousands of people have come to protest outside the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts.

Touring leads Elliott Andrews (Harold Hill) and Elizabeth D’Aiuto (Marian Paroo) join Houston Life to talk about the music, the costumes and life on the road.

President Donald Trump says he is barring CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House due to what he called unfavorable coverage, and threatens that more such prohibitions of media outlets could follow.

Writer-director Walter Thompson-Hernández's feature film "If I Go Will They Miss Me" explores connection and healing under the LAX flight path.

Houston-area haunted attractions are offering a variety of Halloween experiences in 2026, from cinematic haunted houses and immersive storylines to hayrides, wooded trails, escape rooms, games and live entertainment.

Peter de Caluwe will become the artistic director of the Salzburg Festival in October 2027.

Tony- and Grammy-winning musician Duncan Sheik has died at 56.

A striking black dress worn by Princess Diana on the day her estranged husband admitted adultery is going up for auction at Sotheby’s.

A truck driver who spent two decades building a massive scale model of his native New York City was delighted when it went viral on TikTok.

Meet Broadway performer Ben Chavez, the musician bringing small-town stories, original songs and a little glitter to the Wortham Center stage with “Last Day, County Fair” Sept. 25-26.

A federal judge has ordered the Kennedy Center to provide 30 days’ notice before making any major physical changes to the building, including demolishing it as President Donald Trump has threatened.

Another week, another taunt as Southampton continues to be dogged by its conduct in the “Spygate” soccer scandal.

Ireland is set to boycott the Eurovision Song Contest for a second year due to Israel’s participation.

Tara Westover is returning with a second memoir nearly 10 years after her million-selling “Educated.”.

Ed Sheeran's Loop Tour faces chaos after four supporting acts quit in solidarity with Macklemore.

Los Angeles has been a city viewed from above by news helicopters for nearly seven decades.

The artist Peter Max has died at age 88.

Burna Boy is set to headline the halftime show at the NFL's first regular-season game in Paris.

The 51st Toronto International Film Festival has unspooled against a backdrop of rising tensions between the U.S. and Canadian governments, though it would be hard to tell it from the convivial atmosphere on the ground.

Annie Dillard, the Pulitzer Prize-winning author known for her poetic explorations of nature and spirituality, has died at 81.

Designers delivered levity with their Spring/Summer 2027 collections this New York Fashion Week.

Fencing has gone up around the main Kennedy Center building, a day after the Trump-aligned board voted to close most of the performing arts center for repairs.

A fight of titans is coming up for the 27th edition of the Latin Grammys with Karol G, Ca7riel & Paco Amoroso, Rosalía and Jorge Drexler as the most nominated artists revealed on Wednesday.

A prominent animal rights group says it plans to meet with a top fashion trade executive who was filmed restraining two protesters at a New York runway show.

Ratings for the Emmy Awards have dropped nearly 10% from last year.

Dolly Parton’s megawatt smile and big wavy locks are gracing cornfields across the U.S. and in Canada this fall.

Texas quarterback Arch Manning has apologized for publicly joking about an AI-altered video that depicted Longhorns coach Steve Sarkisian slapping ESPN sideline reporter Holly Rowe in the moments after Texas’ big win over Ohio State.

Bobby Seale, co-founder of the Black Panther Party, is reissuing his 1970 memoir "Seize the Time" as he approaches his 90th birthday.

Prince Harry and Meghan have moved their children to a new school in the U.K. due to security concerns.

Four supporting acts have quit Ed Sheeran’s tour after Macklemore was removed for his pro-Palestinian comments onstage.

A Paris court has awarded Kim Kardashian 1 euro in compensation for an armed robbery she experienced in 2016.

Prosecutors say Nick Reiner, son of filmmaker Rob Reiner, will not face the death penalty over charges he killed his parents in Los Angeles last year.

Quentin Tarantino continues to expand his career as an author.

Paris has been grappling with intense heat and illustrator Marina Antonova captures this in her series “Chronicles of a Heating Planet.”.

The Emmy Awards featured big wins for “The Pitt” and “Widow's Bay,” but surprises included appearances by Taylor Swift and Sally Field celebrating Canada.

What does a cello sound like in the great outdoors? Meet Houston cellist Dr. Amanda Guilfoyle, founder of Wild Notes Foundation, who is taking classical music beyond the concert hall with free performances in parks, beaches and other natural settings.

President Donald Trump has nominated the wife of “God Bless the USA” singer Lee Greenwood to serve as the U.S. ambassador to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean.

An ad campaign featuring actor Sydney Sweeney has sparked backlash from female athletes who say it sexualizes women in sports.

Recess is a true gathering place for Houston families; a place to play, eat, connect and find a little more balance in the day.

Fashion designer Bob Mackie has died at 87.

Oprah Winfrey will host “Oprah Winfrey's AHA” at the Sphere in Las Vegas from April 2-4.

“Widow’s Bay” has stormed the Emmy Awards, breaking a record for a comedy series with 14 awards including best comedy series and three acting wins.

“Practical Magic 2” conjures a box-office victory this weekend, topping the North American charts nearly three decades after its predecessor.

Celine Dion has returned to the stage, performing her first full concert in over six years.

“Woman Unknown,” directed by May el-Toukhy, wins the Golden Lion at the 83rd Venice Film Festival.

A federal jury has found rapper Lil Durk not guilty of attempted murder for hire of rival rapper Quando Rondo.

In Nashville, Tennessee, Republican and Democratic leaders are in an ugly partisan battle over who controls the city's airport, but they agree on one thing.

Kenya’s quest to host an Africa Recording Academy headquarters has received a boost, with Recording Academy officials saying key milestones have been completed.

“CODA,” the first film featuring a largely deaf cast to triumph at the Oscars, marked a watershed moment for the film industry.

The MTV Video Music Awards are returning to the West Coast with Snoop Dogg as host.

Brenda Rae has stepped in as the lead soprano in Mozart’s “Mitridate” at Opera Philadelphia's opening night.

Jimmy Kimmel says the federal agency regulating television has "threatened" his show.

Israeli filmmakers Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor are premiering their documentary “NAZA” at the Venice Film Festival Thursday.

Kings of Leon are returning with a new album, “O My Beloved,” which marks a sonic shift for the band.

Ella Langley leads the 2026 Country Music Association Awards nominations with nine nods, thanks to her hit “Choosin’ Texas.”.

Ralph Lauren's New York Fashion Week show featured a starry guestlist with actors from Meghann Fahy, Cynthia Erivo, Viola Davis and Elizabeth Debicki in attendance.

Trey Parker and Matt Stone, creators of "South Park," are changing the show's name to "SOUTH AMERICA," at least for now.

Newly crowned NBA champion Jalen Brunson of the New York Knicks will host “Saturday Night Live” when the new season begins later this month.

A federal judge in Miami has ruled that social media influencers Andrew and Tristan Tate must remain in custody as they fight extradition to the United Kingdom.

John Malkovich has canceled a planned performance in Israel after promoters circulated a false quote attributed to him.

The 78th Emmy Awards are set for Monday night, with “The Pitt,” “Pluribus,” “Hacks,” and “Widow's Bay” leading the charge.

Amsterdam's Stedelijk Museum is hosting a major exhibition of Yayoi Kusama's work, two weeks after the celebrated Japanese artist's death at 97.

President Donald Trump is using memes to portray himself as powerful amid struggles with inflation and international issues.

The driveway of a coastal mansion in Malibu owned by actor Nicolas Cage has collapsed and opened a giant hole in front of the house.

Thieves have hit the Renoir Museum on the French Riviera and made off with four valuable paintings by the French impressionist master.

A new documentary about Elon Musk uses a CGI avatar and artificial intelligence voice syncing to simulate an interview with the SpaceX and Tesla CEO using things he’s really said in interviews.

Authorities in Rome have unveiled what is believed to be the largest fresco and mosaic complex of ancient Rome.

Sherri Shepherd plans to join the Broadway musical “Aladdin” as the Genie.

Star Trek marks a major milestone Tuesday as the beloved sci-fi franchise celebrates its 60th anniversary with events and tributes worldwide.

Thieves have stolen four valuable Renoir paintings from a museum on the French Riviera.

The Venice Film Festival has showcased several high-profile films Tuesday, including Alex Gibney’s Elon Musk documentary, a thriller with Penélope Cruz and Javier Bardem, and a drama from Casey Affleck.

Thirty years after Argentine cumbia star Gilda died in a tour bus crash, the beloved singer has become something more to many fans: a miracle-working folk saint.

Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman view “Practical Magic” very differently today than they did when they made it 28 years ago.

Ellen Burstyn, at 93, stars as a 100-year-old Marilyn Monroe in the short film “Flesh Impact,” premiering at the Venice Film Festival.