Hidden Riddler Message in The Penguin’s Premiere Episode
In the premiere of 'The Penguin' series on HBO Max, a subtle hint reveals The Riddler's influence persists in Gotham City despite his imprisonment. A flyer with a QR code links back to The Riddler's website used in 'The Batman', indicating his followers continue to disrupt Gotham's corrupt order with plans for further action.
Katy Perry Releases New Album '143' to Mixed Reviews
Katy Perry's latest album, '143,' reflecting 'I love you' in its title, has received criticism for its lackluster content and uninspired production. The first LP since 2020, it features 11 tracks criticized for electronic heaviness and simplistic lyrics, failing to showcase Perry's known personality. Controversies include an environmental investigation during a video shoot and a poorly received collaboration with Dr. Luke. '143' has been described as emotionally void, despite a guest appearance from Perry's daughter, Daisy.
ABC's 'Lost' concluded on May 23, 2010, leaving viewers split with its finale. The series, known for its complexities, follows survivors of Oceanic Flight 815, uncovering mysteries on a mystical island. In the finale, Jack becomes the island's protector, sacrifices himself, and passes the role to Hurley. A parallel 'flash sideways' reveals the characters in purgatory, awaiting reunion in the afterlife. Creators affirm the island's events were real, not limbo. Jack's death aligns the end with the show's beginning, evoking full circle symbolism.
Footage of Diddy's Arrest Released by TMZ
TMZ has shared video footage showing the moment Sean 'Diddy' Combs was taken into custody by federal authorities at a hotel. The scene captures Diddy being greeted by agents and cooperating as he's led away. The events occurred on September 20, 2024.
Future Drops New Mixtape 'PLUTO' Featuring Classic Collaborators
Rapper Future released his new mixtape 'PLUTO' on Friday, marking his third project of 2024. The mixtape showcases a reunion with producer Southside, diverging from recent partnerships with Metro Boomin. 'PLUTO' pays homage to Future's cousin, the late Rico Wade, with its cover featuring Wade's house. The mixtape's production credits include a mix of past collaborators and fresh contributors.
Norman Reedus to Showcase Singing Talent in 'The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon' Spinoff
In an emotionally charged moment on 'The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon – The Book of Carol', Norman Reedus will serenade audiences, premiering on AMC on September 29. Reedus' decision to sing was to support his young co-star, Louis Puech Scigliuzzi, who felt nervous about performing alone. Fans can look forward to this poignant scene in the show's second season.
Mike Schur Adapts 'The Mole Agent' into a Comedy Series Starring Ted Danson
Creator Mike Schur transforms the 2021 Oscar-nominated documentary 'The Mole Agent' into a comedy TV series 'A Man on the Inside,' with Ted Danson as the lead. The show, set to release all episodes in November on Netflix, expands the original's plotline and focuses more heavily on crime-solving, emotional relationships, and family dynamics, particularly with his character's daughter.
Transformers One: The Quintessons Revealed
Transformers One, a prequel film, explores the origins of the Transformers on Cybertron, featuring Orion Pax (Chris Hemsworth) before he becomes Optimus Prime, and his friend D-16 (Brian Tyree Henry), the future Megatron. They discover the Quintessons, the hidden rulers of Cybertron, exploiting its citizens to maintain power. This alien race, redesigned to blend organic and technological elements, sets the stage for future conflicts in the Transformers franchise. The film is now showing in theaters.
Charter Communications Strikes Deal to Bundle Streaming Services with Cable Packages
In the first half of 2024, 4 million U.S. homes left cable TV, with the number expected to reach over 6 million by year-end. To combat this, Charter Communications secured a deal with Warner Bros. Discovery, offering ad-supported versions of HBO Max and Discovery+ with cable subscriptions. This follows similar agreements with Disney+, Paramount+, AMC+, and VIX, providing an incentive to stay with traditional cable by bundling multiple streaming platforms.
U.S. Methadone Regulations Update Expands Access
Starting next month, new federal regulations will allow broader take-home access to methadone for patients with opioid use disorder, a significant shift from daily supervised dosing at clinics. The COVID-19 pandemic showed unsupervised at-home use was safe, prompting permanent changes to the policy. States have the option to align with this flexibility, enhancing treatment accessibility and patient freedom, but some remain with stricter rules, potentially impacting the effectiveness of the updated regulations.