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Japanese girl group Atarashii Gakko! released their new album, From Tokyo With Love, reflecting on their global journey. The four members, Suzuka, Mizyu, Kanon, and Rin, explore their growth and individuality. "We've experienced a lot of things throughout the years," Mizyu said, as the group continues to lead J-pop worldwide.
Eli Roth’s horror film Ice Cream Man follows a strange driver who turns local children into murderous zombies. Roth formed his own company, The Horror Section, to distribute the unrated movie. Ari Millen plays the creepy vendor. The film shows kids using human remains to attack adults in their town.
Geno Segers apologized on Monday after resurfaced comments about the transgender community caused him to exit the Broadway show Hadestown. Producers said on Sunday that he will no longer star as Hades. Segers said, "I recognize that the impact of my statements is what matters most." He accepted full responsibility.
Marvel Studios released “The Fantastic Four: First Steps” last summer to a lukewarm response and so-so box-office. The film made $521.9 million worldwide, but Kevin Feige said, “Many things can be true at once.” While it was the highest-grossing film of the series, it failed to reach expected numbers.
Emily Ratajkowski shared a photo dump on Instagram showing her summer travels. The 35-year-old model posted pictures wearing multiple bikinis while enjoying time by the water. She captioned the post with the month of July in three languages. These snapshots captured her sunny seaside views and relaxed vacation moments.
Neon released the teaser trailer for Bad Lieutenant: Tokyo on Monday. Directed by Takashi Miike, the film stars Shun Oguri, Lily James and Liv Morgan. It follows a disgraced detective caught in a web of crime. The movie will play at the Toronto International Film Festival in September this year.
Noel’s Kang Kyun Sung will marry actress Yu Ha Jin on October 30. The singer shared the news on August 3 KST. His agency said the bride is 14 years younger than him. The couple made a promise for their future based on deep trust and affection for each other.
“Dancing With the Stars: The Next Pro” Episode 4 aired Aug. 3, sending two contestants home after a tough chemistry challenge. Jenna Johnson told the eight dancers, “When two people dance together, chemistry is critical.” The group paired up to perform the rumba or Argentine tango to impress the judges.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day earned $927m in worldwide ticket sales during its opening weekend. This massive total included $355m from North America alone. The film got the second biggest opening weekend in history, falling just behind 2019’s Avengers: Endgame. Many fans showed up to watch the web-slinging superhero in action.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day is coming to IMAX theaters in North America this Friday. The new Marvel movie follows Peter Parker as he faces a fresh threat. It already topped the North American box office with $355 million in receipts. Many fans are excited to see the hero back on screen.
St. Vincent finished her orchestral tour at the Hollywood Bowl on Sunday night. She used the venue’s orchestra to turn her songs into a theatrical experience. The singer, Anne Clark, played across many cities before this final show. Her guitar work stood out against the strings, adding drama to every song.
Aaron Carter’s dentist, Jason Mirabile, plans to use evidence of a Department of Children and Family Services investigation during his upcoming wrongful death trial. Mirabile aims to dispute claims about Carter’s parenting and his alleged million-dollar income. Carter died at 34 after he overdosed on Xanax and an opioid medication.