Japanese Child Pop Star Hirata Runa Dead at 8 Published October 3, 2026 6:20 AM PDT A child pop star who was a trainee of the Japanese girls’ idol group DIANNA Project has died. She was only 8 years old. Hirata Runa “passed away peacefully” on Sept. 25 … according to her X account. The DIANNA Project shared in a statement that the up-and-comer died “due to myocarditis resulting from influenza.” The group — which asked for privacy on behalf of the family — added … “We extend our heartfelt thanks to all the fans who supported Runa Hirata and…
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Nicolas Cage comes in so many flavors. But whether you prefer Nic Cage with short hair and an encyclopedic knowledge of American history, or Nic Cage with long flowing hair and a deep emotional connection to a stuffed bunny rabbit, you’re in luck: The movies National Treasure and Con Air are both getting re-released on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray SteelBook. You don’t have to pick between them! Lest you forgot what happens in the cinematic masterpieces, here are the official synopses, courtesy of Disney: Con Air: Former US Army Ranger Cameron Poe (Cage) has just been paroled for manslaughter, but…
Captain Smit Machchhar has been receiving widespread international praise and honours for his extraordinary bravery in thwarting an in-flight attack aboard Flydubai Flight FZ1073. PM Narendra Modi hailed Smit as a “hero,” commending his immense courage, composure and presence of mind that saved 174 lives. While several Bollywood personalities have been showering with Smit with praises, the latest one to join the bandwagon is Salman Khan. Kamaal kar diya pilot ji, hum sab aap ko salute karte hain will be a pleasure to fly with u.. Well done bro.. Capt #SmitMachchhar — Salman Khan (@BeingSalmanKhan) October 2, 2026 …
The journey of The Wind Waker really has been an entirely atypical one since it first debuted over two decades ago, back in 2002/03. At the time of its release, it’s safe to say that a large portion of the player base really weren’t too happy with what they got, largely due to a tech demo that had been showcased as part of the GameCube’s launch cycle. That demo showed off a gritty and realistic future for The Legend of Zelda with the increased hardware capability of the console, and when The Wind Waker arrived with its cartoon style, that…
Gypsy Rose Detailed Ken Urker Wedding Plans Before His Death … Wanted Fairytale Ceremony Published October 3, 2026 1:00 AM PDT Play video content Gypsy Rose Blanchard dove into her life and what a possible future wedding to Ken Urker might look like on our “TMZ Podcast” … just months before his sudden death. The social media star sat down with Charlie Neff back in May … and the two discussed marriage — with Charlie specifically asking if Gypsy felt pressured to tie the knot with Ken. Gypsy said Ken wasn’t putting any pressure on her … but she certainly…
Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Senator Bernie Sanders made a surprise appearance to introduced The Strokes prior to their hometown show at Flushing Meadows Corona Park in Queens, New York, on Friday night. “The greatest city in the world is now welcoming the greatest rock band of our generation,” AOC said before giving way to Sanders, who lauded The Strokes for “standing up for economic justice, fighting racism, understanding that healthcare is a human right, and understanding that we have all got to get out to vote, to stand up to authoritarianism.” Sanders closed his remarks by encouraging the crowd to…
Mahatma Gandhi. You can’t help but be awed by the man who won us freedom by non-violent means. Who inspired the nation to act as one and ask the British to leave the country. Before coming to India, Gandhiji had lived in South Africa for 20-odd years and had raised his voice against the Apartheid there. His writings and teachings continue to inspire millions even today. It’s but natural that filmmakers too would get inspired to make films about him. On the occasion of his birth anniversary, we present a list of films which are connected to the great man. Gandhi…
Star Trek: The Original Series changed science fiction television forever when it premiered in 1966, introducing audiences to Captain James T. Kirk, Spock, Dr. McCoy, and the crew of the USS Enterprise. What began as a three-season television series grew into one of entertainment’s most influential franchises, helping popularize a more optimistic vision of humanity’s future while using science fiction to explore complex social, ethical, and philosophical questions. Now, 60 years later, the impact of The Original Series can be seen everywhere, from modern television and movies to real-world technology that once seemed impossibly futuristic. Kirk and his crew have…
NBA’s Portland Trail Blazers Announcer Apologizes for Racist, Sexist Tweets Published October 2, 2026 5:09 PM PDT The fired Portland Trail Blazers announcer is apologizing for the offensive tweets that got him sacked. Braiden Bell went on X to issue a brief, written apology, saying … “I am deeply sorry for the language I used on Twitter. These tweets, while wrong, were written by me 14 years ago while I was only 15 years old and have no reflection of who I am today.” He continues … “I regret this being my first impression to many of you online, but…
Dave Grohl lived out a dream more than four decades in the making on Friday night when he joined AC/DC on stage at MetLife Stadium for a performance of “Highway to Hell.” Grohl’s Foo Fighters served as surprise openers for the evening, marking the second time they’ve filled that role during AC/DC’s “PWR UP” tour. During Foo’s set, Grohl reflected on seeing AC/DC’s Let There Be Rock concert film when he was 11 years old and how the experience changed his life. “At 11 years old, I didn’t know that rock and roll could be like that. I didn’t know…