Arts & Entertainment

Alysa Liu told Rolling Stone that, as a teenage competitor, staff limited what she could drink and advised against drinking water. She returned to skating only after setting conditions about her career and has withdrawn from the upcoming World Championships in Prague.

At a private homegoing at Rainbow PUSH Headquarters in Chicago, all six of Rev. Jesse Jackson's children spoke or performed, offering personal eulogies; a separate public memorial, "The People's Celebration," on Friday featured remarks from former presidents and focused on his civil rights and political legacy.

The limited series 'Love Story,' which premiered Feb. 12, 2026, has prompted renewed visitor interest in Tribeca and other New York locations linked to John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette; local businesses report noticeable increases in foot traffic and waiting lists.

Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts attended Rondale Moore's celebration of life on March 6 in New Albany, Indiana and posted that only about six or seven of Moore's NFL teammates were present. Pitts expressed disappointment on his social post, saying he was "at a loss of words."

Andrew Lloyd Webber praised 'Masquerade,' an off‑Broadway immersive staging of The Phantom of the Opera that opened last fall; the production runs through Sept. 6 at 218 W. 57 Street and uses precise technical timing to guide audiences through multiple staged spaces.

The Sussexes continue to develop television, film, documentary and lifestyle projects; they signed a new first‑look deal with Netflix after their original agreement expired in 2025, and Meghan launched the As Ever brand in 2025.

Olivia Rodrigo's cover of "The Book of Love" appears on the charity album HELP(2), and its new video uses footage filmed by children living in Gaza, Sudan, Ukraine and Yemen to support War Child UK.

Director Daniel Chong crafted Pixar’s Hoppers to explore environmental themes and empathy through comedy; the film took six years to develop and has earned a 97% Rotten Tomatoes rating.

The White House posted social-media videos that combine footage of Iran strikes with clips from films, games and songs, prompting public criticism and defense from administration officials.

Drake beat top-seeded Belmont 100-79 in the Missouri Valley Conference quarterfinals on March 6, after snapping a nine-game losing streak with a March 5 win over Southern Illinois, and the No. 9 seed advanced to the semifinals.

The final season reunites the Fraser family on Fraser's Ridge as they confront personal struggles and a looming war, and the last 10 episodes are set to resolve long-running questions from the series.

The article lists ten fruit and vegetables presented as easy, reliable choices to plant now, and includes cultivar examples along with brief sowing and spacing notes for each crop.

Four men were arrested in London on suspicion of spying for Iran, and police said the arrests are part of a long-running investigation focused on alleged surveillance linked to the Jewish community.

The period detective drama Miss Scarlet will conclude with a seventh season of six episodes, with Kate Phillips and Tom Durant-Pritchard returning.

Savannah Guthrie made a brief, private visit to the Today studio on March 5 and a network spokesperson said she plans to return to the show when she is ready; the investigation into her mother's disappearance remains active.

Conan O'Brien told the IMO podcast that learning to "roll with it" and to reset for new opportunities helped him recover from repeated career setbacks, and he said both preparation and luck played roles in his long career.

Harvard alumnus Conan O'Brien will be the principal speaker at Harvard's 375th Commencement on May 28; he received the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor in 2025.

Shayla Quinn, 36, bought a Kyha Studios wedding gown at a New York bridal sample sale for $100 that normally retails for about $4,500, then posted a TikTok video that drew over 1.5 million views and widespread attention.

War Child UK has issued a new compilation, Help(2), featuring unreleased tracks to raise funds and awareness for children affected by conflicts including Ukraine, Gaza and Sudan; the release follows the charity’s 1995 Help album, which reached No. 1 and raised more than £1.25 million.

Highlands Detroit says it will remain open and host events through May 2027 while the Renaissance Center moves toward a reported $1 billion redevelopment that is expected to start after the 2027 Final Four.

Alysa Liu told Teen Vogue she prioritizes time with friends over training even if it affects her performance, and she recently won individual Olympic gold at the Milan-Cortina Games.

Lou Holtz, the College Football Hall of Fame coach who led Notre Dame to the 1988 national championship, died at 89; university leaders, former players and fellow coaches issued statements honoring his leadership and character.

Police said two people were arrested after a sleeping man was set on fire inside Penn Station; the victim was taken to Weill Cornell Medical Center with non-life-threatening injuries.

Harry Styles says he still mourns his former One Direction bandmate Liam Payne and that Payne’s death prompted him to reassess how he wants to live.

Sam Saunders said he would like to see more players at this week's Arnold Palmer Invitational. The event's field was reduced from about 120 players to 72 under the PGA Tour's signature event model.

Spotify and Liquid Death released the Eternal Playlist Urn — a $495 ash urn with a Bluetooth speaker and a playlist generator — and it sold out within days of its February 24 reveal.

The FX series Love Story follows John F. Kennedy Jr.'s relationship with Carolyn Bessette, portraying their courtship, marriage and the public scrutiny that strained their lives.

Chicago police say 23-year-old Elijah Hoard, who was reported missing after last being seen at O'Hare International Airport, has been found safe and is now at home with his family; the search drew attention after Victor Wembanyama posted on social media.

Harry Styles' fourth solo album, Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally, due March 6, leans into electronic and 1980s Dark Wave influences, and its lead single “Aperture” reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100.

Barry Manilow says he is "getting stronger" after surgery to remove an early-stage lung cancer spot and has postponed and rescheduled shows while he recovers.