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Live: Emmy Awards 2026 live: Widow's Bay sweeps at 78th awards as Jean Smart makes history

Kermit the Frog Was Just Trying to Put on a Variety Show. Fifty Years Later, the Muppets Are Some of the Biggest Stars in Television History

The first episode of Jim Henson's "The Muppet Show" premiered in the United Kingdom on September 5, 1976. Enthusiasm for the eclectic ensemble has endured ever since

Before Vegas Became Vegas, Hot Springs Was America's Sin City. Now the Arkansas Spa Town Embraces Its Colorful and Seedy History

A life-size statue of Al Capone greets downtown visitors, and you can stay in his hotel suite. The town where gangsters once vacationed with movie stars and athletes is still open for a getaway

Emmys 2026 Best & Worst: Matthew Rhys Makes History, Rhea Seehorn Finally Wins & Mariska Hargitay Flops

Monday night’s Emmy telecast was one of the smoothest awards shows we’ve seen in years, moving at a brisk pace and somehow finding itself with time to spare heading into the final award.

Five things you may not know about Emmy history-maker Matthew Rhys

The Welsh actor became the first person to win two lead acting prizes in one night at the Emmy Awards.

Emmy Awards 2026 full winners list: Matthew Rhys, Jean Smart make history; The Pitt wins big

Emmys 2026: Catherine O’ Hara’s onscreen children miss ‘mama’, Rob Reiner makes history

Channel 4 & Paramount’s 5 Make History With Advertising Deal

Channel 4 and Paramount UK network 5 (previously Channel 5) have struck a historic pact over advertising.

Littler needs 'crucial days off' as he chases history

World No 1 Luke Littler says he has earned the right to pick and choose which darts tournaments he plays in.

30 Years of History Come Together in the METAL SLUG Ultimate Collection

METAL SLUG first hit arcades in 1996, and 2026 marks the series’ 30th anniversary.

Widow's Bay Just Quietly Made Emmy History

Apple TV once more dominates the awards, this time with Katie Dippold's comedy-horror series, Widow's Bay.

Welsh actor Matthew Rhys makes Emmy Awards history with double win

He becomes the first person to win two lead acting prizes in one night at the prestigious TV ceremony.

‘Widow’s Bay’s Hiro Murai Makes History As First Asian Director To Win Emmy For Comedy Directing

Hiro Murai has become the first Asian director to win an Emmy for comedy directing with Apple TV’s Widow’s Bay.

Matthew Rhys Makes Emmy History With Best Actor Win for ‘Widow’s Bay’

The Welsh actor is the first performer in history to win Emmys for all three lead acting categories, and is also the first man to win two of them on a single night.

Matthew Rhys Makes Emmy History as First Person to Win Two Lead Acting Emmys in One Night and First Man to Win All Three Top Acting Prizes

Matthew Rhys did something no actor had done in 78 years of the Emmy Awards.

Emmys: Kate O’Flynn Wins First Award of the Night, Jean Smart Makes History

Mariska Hargitay is hosting the 2026 ceremony that is currently underway in Los Angeles.

Jean Smart Makes History With Fifth Best-Actress Emmy Win for ‘Hacks’

The eight-time Emmy winner ties the all-time record for a female performer and is the first actress ever to win the award for every season of her show.

With Chronicles Medieval, a team of "history nerds" is mixing authentic historical world-building and stimulating strategy to promising effect

Growing up in the South of England, like I did, history is all around you. Castles and forts, both preserved and ruined, litter the countryside. I, like many children, have fond memories visiting such places and imagining the great battles that were fought there. Read more

Canadian Auteur Matthew Rankin Had a Fever Dream About Canadian History

In the Toronto-premiering 'Ladies and Gentlemen, Brian Mulroney,' the 'Universal Language' director turns former Canadian PM Brian Mulroney’s rise to power into a surreal collage of archival footage, animation and TV propaganda.

How ‘Obsession’ Rewrote TIFF History

A year after a $750,000 horror movie became the biggest Toronto sale ever, can the fest’s first official market catch that lightning again?

Venice Final Cut Winner Machérie Ekwa Bahango on ‘Madi Makambu’ and Why She Wants Congo to Be Seen: ‘We’re a Great Nation That Needs to Write Its Own History’

Machérie Ekwa Bahango wants Congo to be noticed by the industry.

Casablanca: How an unproduced play marched into movie history

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All Kids Out of the Pool: An Oral History of the Adult Swim Launch

As Adult Swim spends September re-airing the shows that put it on the map in 2001, its original creators and execs tell IndieWire how an experimental programming block became one of the biggest counterculture brands of the 21st century.

A Lost Piece of Simpsons History Is Making a Much-Needed Comeback

The Simpsons Comic Strip Cavalcade is a new collection of the obscure Simpsons newspaper comic strips, published by Abrams Books

Pressure: Andrew Scott excels in D-day drama that gets caught between history and Hollywood

The film presents a welcome lesson in the importance of speaking truth to power, regardless of the pressure that results.

Play History: The Games That Made Erika Ishii

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Drunk History triumphantly stumbles back to YouTube

The booze-soaked history lessons resume with three new shorts on Comedy Central's YouTube channel in September.

Xbox is bringing back startup animations from its console history

Microsoft is starting to test some new Xbox console features with Insiders.

Damilola Orimogunje On Making Venice Giornate History & Prioritizing African Distribution With His Sophomore Feature ‘Dear Ajayi’

Damilola Orimogunje is set to make a small piece of African cinema history this week in Venice, where he will become the first Nigerian filmmaker to debut a feature in the Giornate degli Autori competition with his sophomore directorial effort, Dear Ajayi.

Trump’s Bizarre History With 9/11

The president has spent the past 25 years using the tragedy to fluff his ego and score political points

‘Drunk History’ Returns With New Short-Form Episodes 7 Years After Comedy Central Finale

After a long hangover, “Drunk History” is back.

The History of Ultima VII, One Of The Greatest RPGs Ever Made

Exploring the history and legacy of Ultima VII: The Black Gate.

Comedy Central’s ‘Drunk History’ Returning With Three New Short-Form Episodes This Fall

EXCLUSIVE: Drunk History is emerging from a long, inebriated slumber: Comedy Central has announced that its Emmy-winning educational comedy series from Derek Waters and Jeremy Konner is set to return this fall with three brand-new short-form episodes, marking the series’ first or

‘The Sixty-Year Mission: How Star Trek Changed Television and the World’ Trailer: New Documentary Goes Deep on the History of the Iconic Sci-Fi Franchise (EXCLU

Altman2 Entertainment, Vital Signs Entertainment and Galaxie Productions have released the trailer for “The Sixty-Year Mission: How Star Trek Changed Television and the World,” a new documentary about the history and cultural impact of the iconic sci-fi franchise.

The History of Batman's ROBIN

Did you know there have been FIVE canonical Robins in the DC Universe since Batman's inception? So then why is Batman considered a loner? Susana breaks it all down in this episode of Issue At Hand!

Balanga Secures First International Sales for History Doc ‘Beasts of the Colosseum,’ Ahead of Unifrance Rendez-Vous (EXCLUSIVE)

International distributor Balanga has announced its first major international sales of its documentary “Beasts of the Colosseum,” produced by Antoine Henriquet’s AH!

Man survives 271 days on a pig kidney then makes history again with a human transplant

A 66-year-old man has set a new medical record after a genetically modified pig kidney functioned inside his body for 271 days.

Lea Salonga Makes History as First Filipina to Receive a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

"I hope that someday a young Filipino kid comes to Hollywood, sees my name and thinks, 'Oh, maybe I can get here too,'" said the Broadway legend

Lessons in time: Historical epics that get history (mostly) right

There's no such thing as a perfectly historically accurate movie. But these try to get more right than wrong.

Unzipped: The Oral History

As this beloved documentary heads back to cinemas, Isaac Mizrahi, Douglas Keeve, and Nina Santisi—the film’s star, director, and producer, respectively, tell Vogue how it all came together back in 1995.

Dancing Through History with The World is Dancing Director Toshimasa Kuroyanagi, Producer Kan Mizoguchi

We sat down with the two creatives to discuss the series, from its historical roots in the Muromachi era to brushstrokes seen on every episode title card.

How Paul Greengrass And Andrew Garfield Made ‘The Uprising’s 14th-Century History Into A Modern-Day Truth

[Warning: The following contains some mild spoilers for The Uprising] Into this time where so many might feel powerless in the face of governmental decision-making, comes Paul Greengrass’ new film The Uprising.

‘Once Upon a Time in Harlem’ Trailer: William Greaves’ Portrait of Harlem Renaissance Luminaries Is a Living Piece of History

The Sundance hit will play Telluride, TIFF, and NYFF this fall before Neon releases it in theaters on October 16.

‘By Any Means’ Review: Tragic American History Takes the Shape of Classic Buddy Cop Tropes

Elegance Bratton directs Mark Wahlberg and Yahya Abdul-Mateen II in a film that selectively blends true events into entertaining popcorn fare.

History Sets U.S. Premiere For Headline-Making Documentary ‘Hitler’s DNA’

EXCLUSIVE: The headline-making documentary that examined the DNA of Adolf Hitler is finally coming to U.S.

How Olivia Rodrigo’s Daisy Chain Festival Made History

Rodrigo and Sarah McLachlan go deep on launching pioneering music festivals, fighting sexism, and what they love about each other’s music

There Are No Guided Black-History Tours in Key West. One Woman Is Trying to Change That

Arida Wright has been offering off-the-books tours in her adopted hometown for three years. Why can't she obtain the proper license?

George Clooney Calls Out ‘Authoritarians’ and ‘People Who Peddle in Fear’ in Moving Venice Golden Lion Speech: They’re ‘Never the Heroes in History’

George Clooney delivered a moving speech about the power of art in times of political turmoil at Venice Film Festival on Wednesday night, saying: “Stories are always dangerous to people who peddle in fear.” The Oscar winner was on hand at the festival’s opening ceremony to accept

Former id Software producer says the team faced the 'worst crunch' in the series' history on Doom: The Dark Ages – Revelations: 'There were days where I didn't

The situation surrounding Doom: The Dark Ages – Revelations was already grim.

Chronicles: Medieval Provides An Impressive Sandbox For Players To Write Their Own History

Chronicles: Medieval is a sandbox RPG that puts players in the commanding role of a medieval army, providing a strong mix of action and strategy.

Play History: The Games That Made J.D. Witherspoon

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History Is Paramount: As The Last Warner Bros Merger Trial Proved, A Legal Victory Is No Guarantee Of A Happy Ending

The trial was to determine the fate of the Warner Bros empire, with the opposing sides presenting vastly different arguments.

A 12TB Steam “teraleak” spills more than a decade of lost PC gaming history

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The Real Story Behind 'The Uprising' and the 1381 Peasants' Revolt, When Thousands Marched on London to Demand a Fairer Society

Paul Greengrass' new film stars Andrew Garfield as a fictionalized, unnamed farmer who leads a rebellion against unfair taxes and the system of serfdom

Litterboxd: twenty fantastic film felines for International Cat Day

To celebrate International Cat Day, we’re counting off twenty beloved cats and kittens from movie history, from animated Disney icons to purr-fect pals from global arthouse hits.

Hitch-Hikers: Twenty fantastic films inspired by the cinema of Alfred Hitchcock

To celebrate master filmmaker Alfred Hitchcock’s 127th birthday, and his enduring influence on cinema history far and wide, Travis Woods offers up a starter pack of twenty films inspired by the pioneering director.

Top Dog: a starter pack of twenty films with iconic canine co-stars

In celebration of International Dog Day, we’re counting off twenty beloved pooches and pups from movie history, from faithful claymation creations to underdogs you can’t help but root for.

Most Memorable Moments at 2026 Emmys, From Taylor Swift’s Cameo to Mariska Hargitay Recreating Nicole Kidman’s AMC Ad

From Jean Smart and Matthew Rhys' history-making wins to Marcello Hernández's special invites for Zendaya and Harrison Ford, here are some of the highlights from the 78th Emmy Awards on Monday.

2026 Emmy Winners: Complete List

Matthew Rhys makes history, 'Widow’s Bay' sweeps, and 'The Pitt' takes top drama honors. See all the 2026 Emmy winners and the biggest moments of the night.

Tom Holland Is Now The Highest-Grossing Actor Of All Time As Spider-Man: Brand New Day Crosses $2.4 Billion Mark

Thanks to a strong box-office weekend for both Spider-Man: Brand New Day and The Odyssey, Holland has overtaken Zoe Saldaña as the highest grossing lead actor in history

‘Widow’s Bay’ Wins Most Emmys Ever for a Comedy Series in a Year, Breaking ‘The Studio’s’ Record

“Widow’s Bay” is the most awarded comedy season in Emmy history.

Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' Becomes Universal Pictures' Highest-Grossing Film of All Time

Summary Universal Pictures has announced that Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' is officially the highest-grossing film in the studio's historyThe feature film has generated $601.2 million USD domestically alongside $1.083 billion USD in international ticket salesThe Matt Damon-l

Sally Field Warns “Our Voices Matter” in Emmys Win Amid Pending Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger

The 79-year-old actress made history as the oldest Emmy winner in her category — lead actress in a limited or anthology series or TV movie, which she won for Netflix's 'Remarkably Bright Creatures.'

Hiro Murai Becomes First Asian Director to Win Emmy for Comedy Directing With ‘Widow’s Bay’

Hiro Murai has made Emmy history.

Matthew Rhys Jokes About Using Emmy as a Weapon After ‘The Beast in Me’ Lead Acting Win

The Welsh actor could make history with a win for best actor in a comedy series, for which he is also nominated.

Jean Smart Becomes First Woman to Win an Emmy for Every Season of a Show With Fifth ‘Hacks’ Trophy

Jean Smart just made Emmys history.

‘How We Stand’ Review: Amber Midthunder Stars in a Richly Drawn, Magical-Realist Indigenous Tale

TIFF: Marie Clements' "How We Stand" ambitiously seeks to examine hidden and violent sociopolitical aspects of recent Indigenous history through a deeply personal lens.

"Almost all of Diablo 1" has been recreated in a new Diablo 4 activity taking you from Tristram Cathedral all the way down to Hell

Coinciding with the 30th anniversary of Diablo, Diablo 4's 15th season, Season of Hell's Legacy , is a fitting celebration of the action RPG series' entire history, going all the way back to the very first game from 1996.

Diablo 4 is finally getting its big final boss next week, new Amazon class coming 2027

After more than three years, Diablo 4 is finally getting its big, bad, final boss: Diablo himself is coming to the game next week in season 15, alongside familiar characters, locations, and items inspired by all eras of the APRG's history.

‘The Remotes’ Review: John Torres’ Sci-Fi Noir is an Unshakable Film About a Sinister Navigation App

The Philippine New Wave filmmaker's first narrative feature is a gorgeous, frustrating, addictive mediation on grief and national history.

Star Trek Legend Leonard Nimoy Guest-Starred As 3 Different Characters In This Western Series

Star Trek fans are likely aware of Leonard Nimoy's history as a Western TV star, but many might not know he played three characters on one series.

GTA: London 1961 is full of cockney innuendo and harder than a bobby’s helmet

Weird Weekend Weird Weekend is our regular Saturday column where we celebrate PC gaming oddities: peculiar games, strange bits of trivia, forgotten history.

Nintendo has quietly updated the Zelda timeline, and somehow the Ocarina of Time remake has made it even more complicated

After the reveal of the Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake , Nintendo has issued an update to the official Zelda timeline that makes an already head-spinning history even more complex.

‘American Horror Story: 13’ Trailer: Jessica Lange, Sarah Paulson & Evan Peters Return For Ryan Murphy’s “Greatest-Hits” Season

After more than two years away, “American Horror Story” is going all-in on its own history.

Andrew Scott Gets Candid at TIFF About ‘Elsinore’ and People Against Gay Actors Playing Straight Roles: ‘That’s Just Prejudice’

Could Andrew Scott make history?

‘The Odyssey’ Becomes Universal’s Highest-Grossing Film of All Time

On a box office voyage for less than two months, Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey” has become the highest-grossing film in the history of Universal Pictures.

I’m a Princeton Student. The Story of Its Ties to Slavery and Exploitation Must Be Remembered

A journalism class opened my eyes to the school’s complicated history with slave owners and plantation labor. Now, I want to spread the truth and find a path to reconciliation

Liam Neeson on the ‘Rage’ Behind ‘The Lost Children of Tuam’ and Turning Producer for First Time to Tell Story of Irish Scandal

Liam Neeson was in his home in upstate New York in late 2017 when he was sent a link to a New York Times article about a shameful episode in Ireland’s history.

Hollywood has plenty of movies. Why are theater screens sitting empty?

On August 3, AMC announced the highest-revenue weekend in its 106-year history.

‘Let Us Through, Dear Ancestors’ Review: Lav Diaz Delivers an Immaculate, Slow-Burn Period Drama of Rare and Restless Insight

Set almost a century after Magellan first landed on the Philippine Archipelago, and coming just a year after “Magellan,” director Lav Diaz’s last film, landed in Cannes, “Let Us Through, Dear Ancestors” is a description of bruised history rendered in the sharp, precise, scarring