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Holiday season is upon us and that can mean many things: Bentleyville, cold weather and cozy season and perhaps the best part of all - holiday movies!I love Christmas movies. From Hallmark to Netflix and every streaming service in between, there is just something about a holiday movie that I am obsessed with. The love stories might be predictable but they sure are sweet. Ha!At the moment, we have some Northlanders doing big things in Nashville. Hermantown native Rafe Carlson just released his viral cover of a Gordon Lightfoot hit in honor of the 50th anniversary of the wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald.Now, another local turned Nashville songwriter and artist is doing huge things - and her latest project is perfect for the holiday season.Meet Duluth Native Turned Nashville Artist Sydney Hanse...

Universal Music Canada has announced a new signing. Today (Nov. 10), the major music label announced the signing of Ebril, an emerging singer who has quickly amassed a global audience.Earlier this year, the Iraqi-born, Ontario-based artist, born Huda Al-Hamani, released her debut album, In Copula. It blends intimate storytelling with elements of folk, lo-fi, and shoegaze, infusing field recordings from nature and the street markets of her former hometown in Jordan.Throughout the 10-track album, the 22-year-old references the environment around her to describe the emotions and experiences of growing up as a first-generation immigrant, using flora and fauna to represent her longing for freedom. In Copula’s opening track “Stranger In You,” sonically sets the scene with the ambience of outdoor...

SOFTOGRAPHY Spades Masters Tarneeb Masters YallaPlay has carved out a distinct niche in MENA’s games industry by focusing on timeless card games powered by cutting-edge technology. Founded in 2015, the studio built its own proprietary engine to support real-time multiplayer gameplay and complex monetisation, a foundation that has enabled it to grow lean and scale sustainably. Its first title, Tarneeb Masters, became a hit with over three million users across iOS and Android, while its follow-up Spades Masters has gained traction globally, particularly in the US market. Originally launched with MiniClip, Spades Masters has since generated millions in revenue and is now being scaled further under YallaPlay’s own publishing. The company’s journey has spanned continents, begi...

While our first look at Avengers: Doomsday is said to be on the horizon, there are no more movies or TV shows heading our way from Marvel Studios and DC Studios in 2025.  Looking back over the year, it's been something of a mixed bag. On the one hand, there were successes like Daredevil: Born Again, Superman, and The Fantastic Four: First Steps. Still, many fans seemed to walk away from the likes of Peacemaker and Captain America: Brave New World feeling like they'd been let down. It's all subjective, but at a time when superhero fatigue is a very real problem, neither the MCU nor DCU can afford any missteps. However, it's those we're taking a closer look at in this feature, as we delve into the year's biggest superhero movie and TV show disappointment. You can check out the moments and...

Michael Young Michael Young has joined Sony Music Publishing as Chief Information Officer. Young is based in Nashville and will report to Sony Music Publishing’s Chief Financial Officer Tom Kelly. In his role, Young will spearhead the company’s technology strategy and its transformation initiatives to provide growth, scalability and efficiency on behalf of songwriters and catalogs globally. He will also collaborate across departments to manage workflows, expand data-driven insights, and refine and implement best practices across software development, security, compliance and data governance. Young most recently serves as Chief Product and Technology Officer at Chatham Financial. Over his 25 year’s of experience, he has held roles as Reuters, Paycase Financial and Afilias. “I am extremely e...

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Martin Scorsese reacting to Letterboxd reviews of his movies has left internet viewers in tears.The GoodFellas director appeared alongside his daughter Francesca Scorsese guessing his own films from chaotic Letterboxd reviews, and it has completely captivated TikTok viewers. Francesca read out reviews for her father to guess which of his films they referred to. The video shared by @francescascorsese has since racked up more than 553,000 likes and almost 4 million views. Newsweek reached out to Francesca Scorsese for comment via TikTok.Martin Scorsese, born in 1942 in New York City, is one of the most-influential filmmakers of the modern era. He has directed landmark films such as Taxi Driver, Raging Bull, GoodFellas, and The Wolf of Wall Street. His work has earned Academy Awards, Golden G...

Vince Gill will receive the 2025 Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award during the 59th Annual CMA Awards, airing live Nov. 19 on ABC from Nashville. The show, taking place at the Bridgestone Arena and available for streaming on Hulu the following day, will also feature a tribute performance to Gill. The Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award is awarded to an artist “who has attained the highest degree of recognition in country music” and has “achieved both national and international prominence and stature through concert performances, humanitarian efforts, philanthropy, streaming numbers, record sales and public representation at the highest level.” Artists also are chosen by their impact on and contribution to country music over the course of many years. Past recipients i...

Eager to pick up a new PS5? Well, bundles can offer significant savings, especially ones that include copies of newer games and even additional controllers.Right now, you can grab the PS5 Slim Digital Edition EA Sports FC 26 bundle for just £399 (was £485.99) at Very, a saving of over £85. Similarly, there's a bunch of other UK PS5 bundles that throw in games like Battlefield 6 and NBA 2K26.If you're looking for a PS5 with a disc drive, you can grab a bundle that includes EA Sports FC 26 and Battlefield 6 for just £509 (was 595.98). Very definitely seems to be the best place to check for PS5 bundle deals during Black Friday currently, as there's also the PS5 Disc Console with EA Sports FC 26 and an additional controller for just £504 (was 595.98). This is perfect for those who want to play...

It has been more than 40 years since Billy Peltzer learned why you don’t get mogwai wet or feed them after midnight, and now a new generation of moviegoers will experience something similar when Gremlins 3 hits the big screen. Wait, there’s a new Gremlins movie coming out? Yes! Unlike Randall Peltzer’s dangerous inventions or Daniel Clamp’s facade, trust us when we say that one of the best ‘80s movies is getting another sequel.Though the project was only just recently made official, there are some key details we’ve already learned about the new follow-up to a classic horror comedy (and one of the reasons behind the PG-13 rating). From the Gremlins 3 release date to the heavyweight creative team seeing it through, here’s everything we know about the upcoming horror movie.What Is The Gremlin...