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The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences changes rules, makes stance on AI ahead of 99th Oscars

Friday, May 1 by ABC News

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced brand-new eligibility rules for the Oscars.Among the many new changes is a stance on performances created using generative artificial intelligence. The academy has declared that only acting performances "demonstrably performed by humans with their... Read More.

Greta Gerwig’s ‘Narnia: The Magician’s Nephew’ gets wide theatrical release, moves to 2027

Friday, May 1 by ABC News

Greta Gerwig's Narnia: The Magician's Nephew is getting a full theatrical release.Netflix has announced that Gerwig's film adaptation of the novel by C.S. Lewis will get a full, wide theatrical window. It's also switching release dates. The movie will begin sneak previews on IMAX... Read More.

Semi-truck driver accused of causing 8 crashes then trying to strangle other driver in road rage incident

Friday, May 1 by ABC News

(CHICAGO) -- A semi-truck driver has been charged with attempted murder after allegedly causing multiple crashes on a Chicago highway and then trying to strangle another driver, according to police.The alleged road rage incident occurred Tuesday morning on Interstate 57, Illinois State Police said.The... Read More.

New Music Friday: Chris Brown, Isaiah Rashad, The-Dream and more

Friday, May 1 by ABC News

Chris Brown previews his upcoming album, Brown, with the release of the new single "Fallin'" featuring Leon Thomas and vocals from Tank. In the accompanying music video, set in Virginia in 1952, Chris, Leon, Tank and... Read More.

Football is life: Olivia Rodrigo graces FC Barcelona jerseys, sets special gig in the city

Friday, May 1 by ABC News

Olivia Rodrigo seems pretty sporty for a girl so seemingly disconnected from Spanish soccer.On May 10, Olivia's logo will appear on the jerseys of FC Barcelona, one of the biggest soccer teams in the world, as they play in El... Read More.

New Music Friday: Alex Warren, Maroon 5 and more

Friday, May 1 by ABC News

After teasing it with endless social media posts, Alex Warren has finally dropped his new single, "Fine Place to Die." Like his hit "Ordinary," the song was inspired by his wife, Kouvr... Read More.

Ella Langley, Jordan Davis, Dan + Shay and more expand 61st ACMs lineup

Friday, May 1 by ABC News

Five-time ACM Awards host Blake Shelton will return to perform at the upcoming 61st ceremony, the Academy of Country Music revealed Friday.ACM new male artist Tucker Wetmore and new female artist Avery Anna have secured stage time as well, along with newcomer and album... Read More.

Take your ‘Boots Off’ for another ‘California Sunrise’ with Jon Pardi

Friday, May 1 by ABC News

Get ready for the dawning of another California Sunrise, as Jon Pardi readies the 10th Anniversary Edition of his 2016 album."Ten years ago I made a record that would unknowingly change my life," the Golden State native says. "Since then, it's been one hell... Read More.

Stevie Nicks celebrates 25th anniversary of her sixth studio album, ‘Trouble in Shangri-La’

Friday, May 1 by ABC News

Stevie Nicks is reflecting on her sixth studio album, Trouble in Shangri-La.The album was released on May 1, 2001, and the two-time Rock & Roll Hall of Famer shared an Instagram post to mark the album's 25th anniversary."25 years ago... Read More.

Hulu shares trailer for Lisa Ann Walter’s debut comedy special

Friday, May 1 by ABC News

The trailer for Lisa Ann Walter's first comedy special has arrived.Hulu has released the trailer for the Abbott Elementary actress and comedian's debut comedy special, called Lisa Ann Walter: It Was An Accident.Walter covers many topics during the new special,... Read More.

Author: ABC News

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences changes rules, makes stance on AI ahead of 99th Oscars

Greta Gerwig’s ‘Narnia: The Magician’s Nephew’ gets wide theatrical release, moves to 2027

Semi-truck driver accused of causing 8 crashes then trying to strangle other driver in road rage incident

New Music Friday: Chris Brown, Isaiah Rashad, The-Dream and more

Football is life: Olivia Rodrigo graces FC Barcelona jerseys, sets special gig in the city

New Music Friday: Alex Warren, Maroon 5 and more

Ella Langley, Jordan Davis, Dan + Shay and more expand 61st ACMs lineup

Take your ‘Boots Off’ for another ‘California Sunrise’ with Jon Pardi

Stevie Nicks celebrates 25th anniversary of her sixth studio album, ‘Trouble in Shangri-La’

Hulu shares trailer for Lisa Ann Walter’s debut comedy special

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