‘Gossip Girl’, ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer’ star Michelle Trachtenberg dies at age 39

Actress Michelle Trachtenberg has died at age 39. The New York Post first broke the news of Trachtenberg’s death. The actress’ rep confirmed to The Hollywood Reporter on Wednesday morning: “It is with great sadness to confirm that Michelle Trachtenberg has passed away. The family requests privacy for their loss. There are no further details …

Lady Gaga, Shane Gillis, Tate McRae returning to ‘SNL’ in March

Saturday Night Live will return to its normal programming and has announced the hosts and musical guests for its first two episodes of March Comedian Shane Gillis will return as host for the second time on the March 1 episode, with Tate McRae to perform as musical guest (also for the second time); and Lady …

Missouri woman pleads guilty in connection with scheme to steal Graceland

A Missouri woman pleaded guilty on Tuesday to federal charges in connection with what prosecutors called a “brazen” attempt to fraudulently put Elvis Presley’s Graceland estate up for auction. Lisa Jeanine Findley is accused of concocting a plot to defraud Presley’s family by trying to auction off his Graceland mansion and property, before a judge …

Supreme Court grants new trial for Oklahoma death row inmate Richard Glossip

The U.S. Supreme Court on Tuesday ordered a new trial for Oklahoma death row inmate Richard Glossip, in light of allegations that the state withheld evidence related to its main witness. The ruling is a major win for Glossip, whose conviction in the 1997 murder-for-hire plot of Barry Van Treese has been called into question …

Washington Commanders grant Pro Bowl DL Jonathan Allen permission to seek trade

The Washington Commanders have granted two-time Pro Bowl defensive tackle Jonathan Allen permission to seek a trade in the offseason, following eight seasons with the team NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reported Tuesday morning that the two sides already started having trade conversations: “The #Commanders have had trade conversations centered around Pro Bowl DL Jonathan Allen, …

Buffalo Bills wide receiver Khalil Shakir agrees to $60.2M contract extension

The Buffalo Bills announced Tuesday that wide receiver Khalil Shakir has agreed to a four-year contract extension. His new deal will keep him under contract with the Bills through the 2029 season. According to NFL Network‘s Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero: “The #Bills and WR Khalil Shakir agreed to terms on a 4-year contract extension …

See the first trailer for ‘The Fantastic Four: The First Steps’

Marvel Studios dropped the first trailer for Fantastic Four: The First Steps, celebrating the film with an event at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center. The countdown began on YouTube about an hour prior to the “launch” in Huntsville, Ala., which was hosted by Angelique Roche, who shared as the event began: “We are here live …

Rihanna debuts as Smurfette in teaser for upcoming ‘Smurfs’ film

Rihanna makes her official debut as Smurfette in the trailer for the upcoming Smurfs film. Rihanna, 36, not only lends her voice to the new Smurfs film, she is writing music and serves a producer on the film. Rihanna introduced the first official trailer, stating: “I can’t wait for you all to see it this summer.” …

Apple announces $500 billion investment in the United States

Apple announced on Monday that it will spend $500 billion over the next four years expanding facilities in the United States, including plans to build a new manufacturing factory, double its advanced manufacturing fund, and hire 20,000 people. The tech giant said it will expand teams and facilities in Texas along with Michigan, California, Arizona, …

French President Emmanuel Macron and Pres. Trump meet at White House

President Donald Trump met with French President Emmanuel Macron on Monday today to discuss topics including the war in Ukraine and trade issues. Earlier on Monday, Trump and Macron participated in a virtual meeting with fellow Group of Seven leaders to discuss the war. Pres. Trump said: “France is America’s oldest ally, our cherished partnership …