George Clooney Calls on Joe Biden to Drop Out, Asks Democrats to Pick a New Presidential Nominee

J. Kim Murphy The self-proclaimed Marvel Jesus is in for a big second coming. “Deadpool & Wolverine” is dominating the charts again after earning $28.3 million on Friday.

Rudie Obias editor If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission. The stars are bright in Hollywood! The undisputed welterweight champion Terence “Bud” Crawford (40-0-0) faces off against WBA super welterweight champion Israil “The Dream” Madrimov (10-0-1) for the WBO interim super welterweight title and Madrimov’s title on Saturday, Aug. 3.

Nadine Shah has described scenes of violent riots on the streets of her hometown of Sunderland on Friday night (August 2) as “rancid”.The Mayor of the North East, Kim McGuinness, has called rioters “appalling” and “far-right”, and some of those in the streets could be heard shouting Islamophobic slurs and chanting support for the founder of the English Defence League, Tommy Robinson (via The Guardian).Shah, who was born in nearby Whitburn and grew up in the area, posted on her social media accounts on Saturday morning (August 3) to give her view on the events of the previous night.“The scenes from Sunderland last night are rancid,” she wrote. “Love and solidarity to all my brothers and sisters feeling scared and targeted right now.”The scenes from Sunderland last night are rancid.

Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo dropped in to see his Red Devils teammates before they flew to South Carolina on Friday in a surprise pre-season link up.

Elsa Keslassy International Correspondent Algerian boxer Imane Khelif broke down in tears after winning the 66 kg quarter-final boxing match against Hungary’s Anna Luca Hamori following an emotional past few days. Just this morning, Hamori posted a controversial now-deleted image on Instagram of a muscular horned monster facing off against a female boxer.

Shaheem Reid Missy Elliott has won four Grammys and is a member of both the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the Songwriters Hall of Fame. And on Friday night, the groundbreaking rapper-singer-songwriter-producer had an extra bright smile as she was officially honored for being a hometown hero. At the Hampton, Virginia stop of her “Out Of This World: The Experience” Missy received the honor from Virginia Congressman Bobby Scott and Mayor Donnie Tuck just across Chesapeake Bay from her birthplace in Portsmouth.

Elsa Keslassy International Correspondent Aside from Leon Marchand, who clinched his fourth swimming gold medal yesterday, another French athlete, 21-year-old pole vaulter Anthony Ammirati, has become an instant viral phenomenon after an incident involving his crotch. Ammirati missed his target height and knocked down the pole with his bulge on Saturday, which caused him to fail his qualifying track for the final.

Lorraine Kelly couldn't contain her joy as she's about to embrace the role of a grandmother, sharing an adorable snap of her daughter Rosie's growing baby bump on Instagram.The beloved 64 year old TV host is preparing for grandparent duties as her 30 year old daughter Rosie, whom she shares with husband Steve Smith, is expecting a little bundle of joy with fiancé Steve White. Lorraine proudly posted the picture of Rosie looking radiant in a blue dress, her brunette hair cascading over her shoulders and her make-up perfectly enhancing her pregnancy glow.

Annika Pham From Aug. 17-23, the charming coastal town of Haugesund, Norway, will showcase 76 films and 21 shorts in the newly renovated Edda film hub, offering two extra screening rooms, bringing the total halls to seven.

Kesha has delivered some cutting remarks on a prop mix-up at her Lollapalooza 2024 set on Thursday.

Brian Steinberg Senior TV Editor Former President Donald Trump said he would no longer take part in a planned debate between presidential candidates that had been slated for Sept. 10 on ABC, and instead pitched the concept of a new stand-off hosted by Fox News Channel on Sept. 4.

A man and his girlfriend are in jail in Oklahoma after he allegedly tied his teen daughter to a tree in the backyard for several days!

Ariana Madix‘s boyfriend Daniel Wai is addressing all of the speculation about her fit physique.

Josh Hall is breaking his silence on his divorce from Christina Hall.

If you've never had ready access to a tablet, you probably don't realise just how handy these bits of tech can be. They're the perfect middle ground between a phone and laptop, ideal for chilling in bed with a movie or show, and also great for getting some light work done.

Gardeners are being encouraged to leave a tray of water in their gardens this weekend in a bid to help out wildlife after days of scorching temperatures. While many have enjoyed the warmer weather, especially following a particularly drizzly June and and early July, it can be detrimental to vital pollinators that keep our ecosystem afloat.

Riverdale fans have always been hyper-focused on the relationships that played out onscreen between the various stars in the beloved CW series. The show’s over now, but in 2024 the actors lead equally exciting lives off the screen!

Bruce Campbell announced his live-action retirement from the Ash Williams role after the cancellation of Ash vs Evil Dead in 2015.

The Prime Minister has said that the police has his “full support” to take action against “extremists” following a day of unrest in parts of England. Protests took place in cities up and down the country on Saturday.

It sounds like Simone Biles‘ Olympics career isn’t over yet!

Beauty buffs with tighter, firmer and younger-looking skin on their necks and décolletage are crediting their newfound look and confidence with a budget beauty-buy on Amazon. The 'miracle' cream is a 'constant repurchase' for some thanks to its powerhouse youth-defying formula.

Olympics special correspondent Snoop Dogg has switched animals, at least for a day.

Keanu Reeves‘ fourth installment of the John Wick film franchise was released in 2023 and each movie has been more successful than the last.

Cheshire's most famous farm shop has welcomed its most famous visitors yet - as Hollywood royalty headed to The Hollies. The farm shop, in Little Budworth, played host to Friends superstar Courteney Cox and her rock star partner, Snow Patrol's Johnny McDaid, last week.

Squinting through another blinding headache, Adriana Cloud shuddered when she spotted the empty wine bottle on the floor. As she stumbled to her feet she realised she’d passed out on the sofa yet again and was consumed with guilt and shame.The editorial project manager, 43, from London, knew that in just a few hours she had to appear bright and business-like for an important Zoom call, but her colleagues wouldn’t be able to smell the alcohol on her breath and with her office now in her living room she could conceal her drinking easily. She explains, “I was knocking back a bottle of wine a night, seven days a week, sometimes even two and my hangovers were getting worse.

Does this bother anyone else about Charli XCX?

Under-fire Algerian boxer Imane Khelif beat Hungary’s Anna Luca Hamori in the women’s welterweight boxing quarterfinal of the 2024 Olympics on Saturday, as a gender eligibility row raged in the backdrop.

A good acting role can take an actor’s career to the next level. However, sometimes they need to be convinced that the role is right for them.

Motherwell boss Stuart Kettlewell has confirmed that midfielder Sam Nicholson is out for a “sustained period” with a knee injury.

Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck’s marriage is most likely over, but she is not ready to part ways with her massive engagement ring yet!

In 2014, Prince William and Kate Middleton, the Prince and Princess of Wales, decided to bend royal travel rules by bringing little Prince George along on their official tour down under. Despite his tender age of just eight months, baby George accompanied his parents on a journey to Australia and New Zealand, stealing hearts as he went.

Life is more fun when you make it fun!

Cardi B is stepping out on a shopping spree.

Simone Biles is sick of everyone coming after her husband Jonathan Owens, so she is sending a strong message to all the haters now!

was photographed attending —a reimagining of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s famous musical—at the Perelman Performing Arts Center in New York City. For the occasion, the singer swapped out multiple wardrobe staples; opting for a sweet floral dress over her favored , cat-eye sunglasses over her usual oversized shades, and switching her from Affleck on her right finger instead of her left. According to People, she reportedly didn't wear her wedding ring at all.

The Smile have released a surprise 12” vinyl with two new songs, ‘Don’t Get Me Started’ and ‘The Slip’ – listen to the songs below.The band – comprised of Radiohead’s Thom Yorke and Jonny Greenwood alongside Sons Of Kemet drummer Tom Skinner – had not previously announced the new release.The vinyl is currently only available physically in store in an extremely limited edition with a bespoke XL Recordings housebag, with online ordering reported to be available starting August 8 (via Stereogum).Listen to the mesmerising songs here:The band had posted cryptic AI imagery on the social media accounts on Friday (August 2), without confirming what it represented.pic.twitter.com/Xf0sUOaBEF— The Smile (@thesmiletheband) August 2, 2024Last month, the group cancelled their upcoming European tour dates for August while Greenwood recovered from his stay in intensive care.“A few days ago, Jonny became seriously ill from an infection that needed emergency hospital treatment, some of it in intensive care. Mercifully, he is now out of danger and will soon return home,” the band wrote.“We have been instructed by the medical team in charge of Jonny’s care to cancel all engagements until he has had time to make a full recovery.