Sources Today: (14 publishers, 42 items): Variety, Hollywood Reporter, Deadline, Rolling Stone, Billboard, Collider, IGN Entertainment, E! Online, Hollywood Life, TMZ, and 4 more
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[Variety]
Guillermo del Toro and Yeon Sang-ho Connect Over Monsters, Animation, and Creative Process at Busan
Two of cinema’s most imaginative voices came together at the Busan International Film Festival for an intimate conversation about their creative processes, revealing surprising connections between their work despite being separated by continents and cultures… Guillermo del Toro and Yeon Sang-ho, both masters of blending the fantastical with….
Accuracy: ★★★
Tone: Supportive • Slant: Center
Analysis: Rating: 3 (Plausible) | Exclusive: variety.com | Corroborated By: NYT
Fact Check: Some supporting evidence exists, but corroboration is limited and further confirmation is needed.
[Variety]
After Gong Li and Hong Kong’s Deanie Ip Tak-han, Xin Zhilei has become the third Chinese actor to win the Volpi Cup for best actress at the Venice Film Festival, claiming the prize for her performance in….
Accuracy: ★★★
Tone: Supportive • Slant: Center
Analysis: Rating: 3 (Plausible) | Exclusive: variety.com
Fact Check: Some supporting evidence exists, but corroboration is limited and further confirmation is needed.
[Variety]
When Maggie Kang had the opportunity to direct and pitch her own animated film, she knew exactly what was missing from Hollywood animation… After working in the industry for over a decade, the Korean-American filmmaker had never encountered a single Korean project.
Accuracy: ★★★
Tone: Supportive • Slant: Center
Analysis: Rating: 3 (Plausible) | Exclusive: variety.com
Fact Check: Some supporting evidence exists, but corroboration is limited and further confirmation is needed.
[Hollywood Reporter]
"If this firing goes for you the way it did for me, you'll get 23 years on a better network, " Maher said on the Friday episode of HBO's 'Real Time.'.
Accuracy: ★★★
Tone: Supportive • Slant: Center-left
Analysis: Rating: 3 (Plausible) | Origin: hollywoodreporter.com | Corroborated By: foxnews.com|links.message.bloomberg.com
Fact Check: Some supporting evidence exists, but corroboration is limited and further confirmation is needed.
[Hollywood Reporter]
‘The Summer I Turned Pretty’ Brand Collabs Keep Coming Post-Season 3 Finale
The Sept 17… finale doesn't mean the limited-edition, show-inspired partnerships are through.
Accuracy: ★★★★
Tone: Neutral • Slant: Center
Analysis: Rating: 4 (Likely) | Origin: hollywoodreporter.com | Corroborated By: links.message.bloomberg.com|NYT|newsweek.com
Fact Check: Evidence from reliable outlets strongly supports this claim, with no significant counterclaims identified.
[Hollywood Reporter]
XG Can Turn Any Stage Into the Met Gala
The seven-piece global group, back with their fashion-forward new single “Gala, ” have made style a large part of their artistic identity: “It’s more than just dressing up… It's a creative way to learn and express who we are.”.
Accuracy: ★★★★
Tone: Supportive • Slant: Center
Analysis: Rating: 4 (Likely) | Origin: hollywoodreporter.com | Corroborated By: NYT|newsweek.com|The Guardian
Fact Check: Evidence from reliable outlets strongly supports this claim, with no significant counterclaims identified.
[Deadline]
Maggie Kang, creator and co-director of Netflix animated hit KPop Demon Hunters, shared her creative process and the in-depth research that went into making the film during the Netflix Creative Asia event at Busan International Film Festival today… Kang, who was born in Seoul and moved to Toronto as a child, said that after 12 […].
Accuracy: ★★★
Tone: Neutral • Slant: Center
Analysis: Rating: 3 (Plausible) | Origin: deadline.com | Corroborated By: NYT
Fact Check: Some supporting evidence exists, but corroboration is limited and further confirmation is needed.
[Deadline]
EXCLUSIVE: Swedish directorial duo’s Alexander Rynéus and Per Bifrost’s haunting documentary Once You Shall Be One Of Those Who Lived Long Ago won glowing reviews when it premiered at the Edinburgh International Film Festival last month… The work, about a dying mining community in northern Sweden, makes its national debut this weekend in the….
Accuracy: ★★★
Tone: Neutral • Slant: Center
Analysis: Rating: 3 (Plausible) | Exclusive: deadline.com
Fact Check: Some supporting evidence exists, but corroboration is limited and further confirmation is needed.
[Deadline]
This week, Bill Maher walked out in front of his live audience to a standing ovation, as the Real Time with Bill Maher host addressed ABC’s suspension of Jimmy Kimmel Live! , comparing it to his own cancellation over two decades ago by the same network… “I know why you’re happy tonight: I’m still on, ” the […].
Accuracy: ★★★
Tone: Neutral • Slant: Center
Analysis: Rating: 3 (Plausible) | Origin: deadline.com | Corroborated By: nypost.com|huffpost.com
Fact Check: Some supporting evidence exists, but corroboration is limited and further confirmation is needed.
[Rolling Stone]
Jason Derulo Accuser Refiles Sexual Harassment Claims in New York
"This is super devastating for me, " plaintiff Emaza Gibson previously told Rolling Stone, referring to the claims Derulo vigorously denies.
Accuracy: ★★★
Tone: Neutral • Slant: Center
Analysis: Rating: 3 (Plausible) | Origin: rollingstone.com | Corroborated By: nypost.com|huffpost.com
Fact Check: Some supporting evidence exists, but corroboration is limited and further confirmation is needed.
[Rolling Stone]
Doja Cat Reveals the Track List for Her New Album ‘Vie’
The LP, out next Friday, features 14 new songs, along with the single "Jealous Type".
Accuracy: ★★★
Tone: Neutral • Slant: Center
Analysis: Rating: 3 (Plausible) | Origin: rollingstone.com | Corroborated By: nypost.com|NYT|abcnews.go.com
Fact Check: Some supporting evidence exists, but corroboration is limited and further confirmation is needed.
[Rolling Stone]
Cardi B, Miley Cyrus, Lola Young, and All the Songs You Need to Know This Week
Looking for the week's best new music? … Check out our Songs You Need to Know playlist.
Accuracy: ★★
Tone: Supportive • Slant: Center
Analysis: Rating: 2 (Weak) | Origin: rollingstone.com | Corroborated By: nypost.com
Fact Check: Few sources support this claim, and there are credibility concerns or conflicting reports.
[Billboard]
BINI Reflect on Historic Coachella 2026 Announcement & Cosmetic Line Launch After First U.S. Tour
The Filipino pop group manifested playing in the Indio desert earlier this year and remain equally ambitious to expand around the world.
Accuracy: ★★★
Tone: Neutral • Slant: Center
Analysis: Rating: 3 (Plausible) | Origin: billboard.com | Corroborated By: links.message.bloomberg.com|cnn.com
Fact Check: Some supporting evidence exists, but corroboration is limited and further confirmation is needed.
[Billboard]
Labels Claim Suno Pirated Songs From YouTube in Bulked-Up AI Copyright Lawsuit
The proposed amended complaint comes in the wake of AI juggernaut Anthropic reaching a $1.5 billion piracy settlement with book authors.
Accuracy: ★★★★
Tone: Neutral • Slant: Center
Analysis: Rating: 4 (Likely) | Origin: billboard.com | Corroborated By: links.message.bloomberg.com|The Guardian|cbsnews.com
Fact Check: Evidence from reliable outlets strongly supports this claim, with no significant counterclaims identified.
[Billboard]
Friday Dance Music Guide: The Week’s Best New Tracks From TroyBoi, Chainsmokers, Nora En Pure & More
Simply the best new dance tracks of the week.
Accuracy: ★
Tone: Neutral • Slant: Center
Analysis: Rating: 1 (Weak) | Origin: billboard.com
Fact Check: Few sources support this claim, and there are credibility concerns or conflicting reports.
[Collider]
Discover how The Vampire Diaries' original ending could have changed the course of Damon, Elena, and Stefan's storylines, and why the final resolution was more fitting for the beloved characters.
Accuracy: ★
Tone: Neutral • Slant: Center
Analysis: Rating: 1 (Weak) | Origin: collider.com
Fact Check: Few sources support this claim, and there are credibility concerns or conflicting reports.
[Collider]
Jude Law Took Inspiration From Kurt Cobain for His New Netflix Crime Thriller
Black Rabbit's creators, Zach Baylin and Kate Susman, and series star, Jude Law, unpack the new Netflix crime thriller with Jason Bateman.
Accuracy: ★★
Tone: Neutral • Slant: Center
Analysis: Rating: 2 (Weak) | Origin: collider.com | Corroborated By: NYT|foxnews.com
Fact Check: Few sources support this claim, and there are credibility concerns or conflicting reports.
[Collider]
The Most Famous Indian in History Now Has a TV Series Featuring 'Harry Potter' Legend Tom Felton
The cast discuss how the series explores the visionary's early life and his impact on the world, and Tom Felton comments on HBO's Harry Potter series.
Accuracy: ★★
Tone: Neutral • Slant: Center
Analysis: Rating: 2 (Weak) | Origin: collider.com | Corroborated By: pbs.org|cnn.com|NYT
Fact Check: Few sources support this claim, and there are credibility concerns or conflicting reports.
[IGN Entertainment]
Stock Up With This 2-Pack Lisen 6.6-Feet 240W USB Type-C Cables for Just $5.30
These cables are perfect for your Nintendo Switch 2, iPhone 17, or even your laptop.
Accuracy: ★★★
Tone: Supportive • Slant: Center
Analysis: Rating: 3 (Plausible) | Origin: ign.com | Corroborated By: NYT|NPR
Fact Check: Some supporting evidence exists, but corroboration is limited and further confirmation is needed.
[IGN Entertainment]
‘The Last Couple of Years Have Been Rough’ – Ninja Says ‘Trolls’ Mock His Viewer Numbers ‘Every Day’
Tyler “Ninja” Blevins has opened up about how “the internet and trolls” make sure to point out his decline in livestream viewers “every day.”.
Accuracy: ★★★★
Tone: Neutral • Slant: Center
Analysis: Rating: 4 (Likely) | Origin: ign.com | Corroborated By: The Guardian|NPR|Washington Post
Fact Check: Evidence from reliable outlets strongly supports this claim, with no significant counterclaims identified.
[IGN Entertainment]
Pulsar Susanto-X Gaming Mouse Review – Hot Pink Design, Fiery Performance
The Pulsar Susanto-X's stylings set it apart from other gaming mice while its responsive sensor and smartly designed shape make it ideal for competitive gaming.
Accuracy: ★
Tone: Supportive • Slant: Center
Analysis: Rating: 1 (Weak) | Origin: ign.com
Fact Check: Few sources support this claim, and there are credibility concerns or conflicting reports.
[E! Online]
Wayfair’s Weekend Sale Has up to 80% off Rugs, Mirrors, Pillows + More
There's no better time to redecorate your home than at the start of a new season… And since fall is right around the corner, that time is now.
Accuracy: ★★★★
Tone: Supportive • Slant: Center
Analysis: Rating: 4 (Likely) | Origin: eonline.com | Corroborated By: nbcnews.com|nypost.com|abcnews.go.com
Fact Check: Evidence from reliable outlets strongly supports this claim, with no significant counterclaims identified.
[E! Online]
Inside Harrison Ford and Calista Flockhart's Surprising Love Story
For Harrison Ford and Calista Flockhart, it was love at first spill… An accidental spill, for the record.
Accuracy: ★★
Tone: Neutral • Slant: Center
Analysis: Rating: 2 (Weak) | Origin: eonline.com | Corroborated By: The Guardian|newsweek.com|foxnews.com
Fact Check: Few sources support this claim, and there are credibility concerns or conflicting reports.
[E! Online]
Lululemon Align Shorts for Only $29, Tenniscore Steals & More
Summer's winding down, and so are the prices on lululemon Align shorts… We're seeing some pairs for only $29 right now — that's the lowest price we've seen.
Accuracy: ★★
Tone: Neutral • Slant: Center
Analysis: Rating: 2 (Weak) | Origin: eonline.com
Fact Check: Few sources support this claim, and there are credibility concerns or conflicting reports.
[Hollywood Life]
Bella Hadid’s Health: Everything to Know About the Model’s Lyme Disease
Bella Hadid posted hospital selfies that left fans worried, as the model continues her longtime fight with Lyme disease… Find out more about her health here.
Accuracy: ★★
Tone: Neutral • Slant: Center
Analysis: Rating: 2 (Weak) | Origin: hollywoodlife.com | Corroborated By: newsweek.com|cnn.com|abcnews.go.com
Fact Check: Few sources support this claim, and there are credibility concerns or conflicting reports.
[Hollywood Life]
Is Jimmy Kimmel Coming Back? What We Know About His Conversations With ABC
According to a source, 'everyone' at ABC wants Kimmel back on the air… So, what's the holdup? .
Accuracy: ★★
Tone: Neutral • Slant: Center
Analysis: Rating: 2 (Weak) | Origin: hollywoodlife.com | Corroborated By: pbs.org|cnn.com|NYT
Fact Check: Few sources support this claim, and there are credibility concerns or conflicting reports.
[Hollywood Life]
When Does Taylor Swift’s ‘Life of a Showgirl’ Album Come Out? Release Date
Swifties knew it was coming! … TS12 was confirmed by the mastermind herself alongside her boyfriend, Travis Kelce, on his and his brother Jason Kelce's 'New Heights' podcast.
Accuracy: ★★★★
Tone: Neutral • Slant: Center
Analysis: Rating: 4 (Likely) | Origin: hollywoodlife.com | Corroborated By: NPR|nbcnews.com|cbsnews.com
Fact Check: Evidence from reliable outlets strongly supports this claim, with no significant counterclaims identified.
[TMZ]
Jeffrey Epstein Pictured as King on His Custom Chess Board with His Queens
Jeffrey Epstein made himself the king on his own chessboard, lording over his queens -- literally! … If that doesn't sound strange enough .
Accuracy: ★★★★
Tone: Neutral • Slant: Center
Analysis: Rating: 4 (Likely) | Origin: tmz.com | Corroborated By: NYT|nypost.com|NPR
Fact Check: Evidence from reliable outlets strongly supports this claim, with no significant counterclaims identified.
[TMZ]
Consequence Previews Kanye-Produced Song, Shares POV On Michael Che at 'SNL'
Consequence was caught smack dab in the middle of that tense 2018 "Saturday Night Live" showdown between Kanye West and Michael Che that went viral earlier today, and tells TMZ Hip Hop exactly how HE REMEMBERS things went down! ! ! … Kanye's longtime….
Accuracy: ★★
Tone: Neutral • Slant: Center
Analysis: Rating: 2 (Weak) | Origin: tmz.com
Fact Check: Few sources support this claim, and there are credibility concerns or conflicting reports.
[TMZ]
Stars and Scars -- You Be the Judge
America is at a critical crossroads no doubt, and who's gonna play at Taylor & Travis's wedding? ! ? … So we gotta ask .
Accuracy: ★★
Tone: Neutral • Slant: Center
Analysis: Rating: 2 (Weak) | Origin: tmz.com | Corroborated By: NPR|abcnews.go.com|nypost.com
Fact Check: Few sources support this claim, and there are credibility concerns or conflicting reports.
[Us Weekly]
Amy Schumer's Transformation Through the Years
Amy Schumer went from a hustling stand-up comedian to a major movie star… “After my dad got MS and we went bankrupt and my mom left him, that period from age 12 to 15 was a really rough time, ” Schumer recalled to GQ in a 2015 profile.
Accuracy: ★★★★
Tone: Neutral • Slant: Center
Analysis: Rating: 4 (Likely) | Origin: usmagazine.com | Corroborated By: NYT|politico.com|time.com
Fact Check: Evidence from reliable outlets strongly supports this claim, with no significant counterclaims identified.
[Us Weekly]
A Timeline of Former Bachelorette Katie Thurston's Breast Cancer Battle
Katie Thurston was diagnosed with breast cancer in February 2025 at the age of 34… “I had a small lump in my breast around the 10’oclock [sic] spot, ” the former Bachelorette wrote via her Instagram Stories that same month.
Accuracy: ★★★
Tone: Neutral • Slant: Center
Analysis: Rating: 3 (Plausible) | Origin: usmagazine.com | Corroborated By: nbcnews.com
Fact Check: Some supporting evidence exists, but corroboration is limited and further confirmation is needed.
[Us Weekly]
Why Robin Wright Still Believes in Love After 3 Divorces
Robin Wright is a “romantic” and an inspiration who still believes in love — despite three divorces… “You can go through tumultuous, distressing relationships, but we rebound, don’t we? ” Wright, 59, told AARP The Magazine in a Thursday, September 18, interview.
Accuracy: ★★★★
Tone: Neutral • Slant: Center
Analysis: Rating: 4 (Likely) | Origin: usmagazine.com | Corroborated By: nypost.com|Washington Post|NYT
Fact Check: Evidence from reliable outlets strongly supports this claim, with no significant counterclaims identified.
[TheWrap]
The "Black Rabbit" actor and director also reveals who was rumored to play other members of the Bluth family in the movie-within-a-movie The post Jason Bateman Reveals Dr… Phil Was Going to Star in ‘Arrested Development’ Movie as George Sr.
Accuracy: ★★★★
Tone: Neutral • Slant: Center
Analysis: Rating: 4 (Likely) | Origin: thewrap.com | Corroborated By: abcnews.go.com|NYT|cnn.com
Fact Check: Evidence from reliable outlets strongly supports this claim, with no significant counterclaims identified.
[TheWrap]
‘Weapons’ and ‘Barbarian’ Producer BoulderLight Joins Paramount in New Deal
The hit horror projects from J.D… Lifshitz and Raphael Margules and filmmaker Zach Cregger came via Warner Bros.
Accuracy: ★
Tone: Neutral • Slant: Center
Analysis: Rating: 1 (Weak) | Origin: thewrap.com
Fact Check: Few sources support this claim, and there are credibility concerns or conflicting reports.
[TheWrap]
Where to Watch ‘A Big Bold Beautiful Journey’: Is Kogonada’s New Movie Streaming?
Margot Robbie and Colin Farrell star in the romantic drama The post Where to Watch ‘A Big Bold Beautiful Journey’: Is Kogonada’s New Movie Streaming? … appeared first on TheWrap.
Accuracy: ★★★★★
Tone: Neutral • Slant: Center
Analysis: Rating: 5 (Confirmed) | Origin: thewrap.com | Corroborated By: NYT|AP|time.com
Fact Check: This claim has been thoroughly verified by multiple trusted outlets and shows no evidence of dispute.
[Rotten Tomatoes]
All 4 'Demon Slayer' Movies With Rotten Tomatoes Scores, Ranked From Lowest to Highest
Based on the popular TV show, these have excelled with critics and broken box office records.
Accuracy: ★★★★
Tone: Neutral • Slant: Center
Analysis: Rating: 4 (Likely) | Origin: movieweb.com | Corroborated By: nypost.com|newsweek.com|The Guardian
Fact Check: Evidence from reliable outlets strongly supports this claim, with no significant counterclaims identified.
[Rotten Tomatoes]
Rotten Tomatoes Reviews Sack Football Horror Thriller ‘HIM’
“HIM, ” a football-themed horror thriller from "Get Out" Oscar winner Jordan Peele starring Marlon Wayans and Tyriq Withers, is getting spiked by Rotten Tomatoes critics… Find out what they have to say.
Accuracy: ★★★
Tone: Neutral • Slant: Center
Analysis: Rating: 3 (Plausible) | Origin: forbes.com | Corroborated By: The Guardian
Fact Check: Some supporting evidence exists, but corroboration is limited and further confirmation is needed.
[Rotten Tomatoes]
New Sports Movie Featuring Marvel Star Debuts With Strong Rotten Tomatoes Score
It's now playing in theaters.
Accuracy: ★★
Tone: Supportive • Slant: Center
Analysis: Rating: 2 (Weak) | Origin: screenrant.com | Corroborated By: nbcnews.com|The Guardian|time.com
Fact Check: Few sources support this claim, and there are credibility concerns or conflicting reports.
[Los Angeles Times]
Writer and producer David E… Kelley's current projects will be filmed in California, an unusual move as runaway production has affected jobs.
Accuracy: ★★★★
Tone: Supportive • Slant: Center
Analysis: Rating: 4 (Likely) | Origin: latimes.com | Corroborated By: NPR|nbcnews.com|NYT
Fact Check: Evidence from reliable outlets strongly supports this claim, with no significant counterclaims identified.
[Los Angeles Times]
Kamala Harris looks back with rancor in '107 Days, ' a postmortem short on hope
In an eye-opening postmortem of a brutally short presidential campaign, Kamala Harris lays bare her grievances with members of President Biden's inner circle.
Accuracy: ★★★
Tone: Critical • Slant: Center-Right
Analysis: Rating: 3 (Plausible) | Origin: latimes.com | Corroborated By: abcnews.go.com
Fact Check: Some supporting evidence exists, but corroboration is limited and further confirmation is needed.
[Los Angeles Times]
How to have the best Sunday in L.A., according to Lilly Singh
The 'Doin' It' co-writer, producer and star enjoys fresh florals, journaling and the Studio City Farmers Market… And she takes her AMC Stubs A-List membership very seriously.
Accuracy: ★★
Tone: Neutral • Slant: Center
Analysis: Rating: 2 (Weak) | Origin: latimes.com | Corroborated By: NYT|msnbc.com|cnn.com
Fact Check: Few sources support this claim, and there are credibility concerns or conflicting reports.
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