SNP Government branded 'corrupt' over 'missing' CalMac ferry documents

Armie Hammer and his famous family are going to be the subject of a true crime special.

Selome Hailu Ahead of Warner Bros. Discovery’s upfronts presentation, Adult Swim has made announcements including a series order for “Rick and Morty: The Anime” and the Season 6 renewal of “The Eric Andre Show.”Based on the hit adult animated comedy, “Rick and Morty: The Anime” will debut with 10 episodes on Adult Swim and HBO Max. Takashi Sano serves as director, after previously directing the anime shorts “Rick and Morty vs.

Anna Marie de la Fuente In response to shifting dynamics at film festivals, many of which have been impacted by the pandemic, a new curated Spanish film platform, Panoramic.film is entering the market.Spearheaded by curator Xavier Puerto, director of the Festival REC de Tarragona and a Spanish-language film programmer for the Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival in Estonia, Panoramica’s offer is two-fold: “We offer festivals the possibility of completing their line-up with especially curated programs and, through our selective catalogue, offer filmmakers the chance to see their films extend their rounds on the international festival circuit,” said Puerto.The idea for the platform came about after conversations with various festival heads and cultural institutions as they grappled with the changes brought about by the pandemic, with many forced to hold online or hybrid editions. “On the other hand, it is a common conversation among filmmakers that most films, for a variety of reasons, have a very ‘short’ life on the festival scene, regardless of their quality,” Puerto noted.With a number of festivals coming to realize that a hybrid version has enabled them to reach audiences beyond their borders, many have embraced it for the long term.“We want to help festivals with the sometimes rather complex process of presenting a hybrid version and help its audiences discover hidden gems,” said Puerto.In practice, Panoramica is integrated into the programming of the festival itself, as well as on its website with a series of conditions such as viewings with geo-blocking, specific dates or viewing limitations.

Nick Jonas is getting candid about fatherhood.

Todd Spangler NY Digital EditorIt’s been a brutal year so far for Wall Street — the Dow has dropped for seven weeks straight in its worst performance since 2001 — and most media companies have been harder hit than the broader financial markets amid ongoing gyrations.The stock volatility has been triggered by a range of troubling indicators, including higher interest rates aimed at dousing rising inflation as well as supply-chain disruptions, labor shortages and geopolitical uncertainty due to Russia’s war in Ukraine.With players like Netflix, Disney, the newly formed Warner Bros. Discovery and Paramount Global in the thick of the streaming wars, there has been a new post-pandemic reset: Investors are more closely scrutinizing the growth dynamics and economics of video streaming.

Is there anything worse than hearing the jingle of an ice cream van on the estate and not having a chance to root in the bottom of your bag for change wondering how much a 99 costs these days while scrambling to get your shoes on, only to get out of the front door to see the van driving off down the street?

The Wonder Years explored topics such as human rights, relationships, the growing pains of adolescence, and so much more. Most importantly, the show highlighted the Black family, and the beauty of life’s lessons.Narrated by the critically acclaimed actor and filmmaker Don Cheadle as Dean Williams, The Wonder Years stars Elisha “EJ’ Williams as young Dean, Dulé Hill, Saycon Sengbloh, Laura Kariuki, Amari O’Neil, Julian Lerner, Milan Ray, Spence Moore II, and Allen Maldonado.

A judge has granted permission for a full judicial review into the inquest of Yousef Makki.

Gym time is “me” time for Christopher Meloni.

“Squid Game” director Hwang Dong-hyuk says there might have been a different ending to season 1 had the characters just learned to work together.

Rick and Morty will get the anime treatment at Adult Swim.

ID and Discovery+ have unveiled their true crime slate for the 2022-23 upfront season, with four new TV series, including reboots of the classic podcasts Disappeared and Who The (Bleep) Did I Marry, six new specials, including the Armie Hammer-focused House of Hammer (wt),  nine returning series, two new podcasts, Hot and Deadly and Deadliest Decade, and a new season of Mind of a Monster podcast which launches in July.

Fresh with an injection of $170 million in Castle Rock financing with a lead investment from Derrick Rossi — the stem cell biologist who is co-founder of the Moderna vaccine — Rob Reiner is here at the Cannes Market for a myriad of reasons. One of them is to shoot Sharon Stone in Cannes this week, as part of the documentary film Albert Brooks: Defending My Life.

Welcome to International Disruptors, a feature where we shine a spotlight on key executives and companies outside of the U.S. shaking up the offshore marketplace. This week, as the 75th edition of the Cannes Film Festival has just kicked off, we’re talking to Enrique Costa and María Zamora, co-founders of Spanish distribution and production banner Elastica Films. At just a year old, the company is already making waves in the independent sector. They tell us about the company’s first year, their love of cinema and how they build films that connect with audiences. 

Rod Stewart claims his big nose was the reason he bedded so many women across his career.

Thania Garcia Backline and Sweet Relief Musicians Fund have teamed up to provide no-cost therapy to professional musical artists, road crew and anyone who makes the majority of their income in the music business. Even as the music world gradually emerges from the pandemic, the strain of the past two years will continue to manifest.

Brian Steinberg Senior TV EditorJo Ann Ross has long recognized when to go for the hard- sell and when to soften things up.The Paramount Global U.S. ad sales chief is, like other executives in her position, is seizing this week to pitch big advertisers as part of the media industry’s annual “upfront,” when U.S.

Zack Sharf “Squid Game” is coming back to Netflix for a second season, but fans of the smash hit drama series are going to have to wait well over a year for  new episodes. Series creator Hwang Dong-hyuk told Vanity Fair that he predicts the next batch of episodes won’t be ready for release until the end of 2023 at the earliest.

Selome Hailu ID and Discovery+ announced an extensive slate of true crime specials, original series and reboots, including a special about the alleged crimes of Armie Hammer and his family.“House of Hammer” (working title) will examine different scandals over the course of five generations of Hammer’s family. The special uses “a trove of archive and interviews from survivors and family members” to investigate “a dysfunctional dynasty with its male characters exhibiting all the devastating consequences of privilege gone wild.”In August, ID and Discovery will debut the specials “Menendez Brothers: Misjudged?,” which considers whether the 1996 conviction of Joseph and Erik Menendez for the murders of their parents may actually be the story of two abuse victims; “Who Killed Biggie and Tupac?” (working title) with new interviews and insight about the shootings of both rappers; “Mary Kay Letourneau: Notes on a Scandal,” which revisits the story of the 34-year-old teacher who was convicted for raping her 12-year-old student Vili Fualauu, who she later married; and “The Killer Nanny,” which reexamines evidence from the murder trial of British au pair Louise Woodward.

Lorraine Kelly reckons Strictly bosses would be "silly" if they don't book Anton Du Beke to fill Bruno Tonioli's shoes on the show.

A Russian soldier standing trial for committing war crimes by murdering a civilian in Ukraine has pleaded guilty.

Todd Spangler NY Digital EditorA bright-red, child-size magical morphing creature is heading to Disney platforms.Disney Branded Television inked a deal with Moonbug Entertainment for 52 episodes of 7-minute CG series, “Morphle,” based on the YouTube short-form hit My Magic Pet Morphle. It’s the first partnership between Disney and Moonbug, whose properties include the CoComelon kids’ content juggernaut.The comedy adventure series is slated to debut in 2024 exclusively on Disney+ and Disney Junior globally, excluding China.

Brent Lang Executive Editor of Film and MediaRob Reiner is shooting a documentary about Albert Brooks and he’s lined up some major heavyweights to wax poetic about the filmmaker, actor and all-around comic genius.The director tells Variety that he’s already talked to or is planning to interview fellow comedians such as Larry David, Conan O’Brien, Sarah Silverman, Ben Stiller, James L. Brooks, Judd Apatow, Chris Rock, Wanda Sykes and Jonah Hill, as well as Sharon Stone, who worked with Brooks on 1999’s “The Muse.”“Albert is my really, really close friend,” says Reiner.

This is the moment a life-long Rangers fan broke down in tears as his brother handed him a surprise ticket to the Europa League Final.

A Ryanair passenger who declined to change seats for a new mum with an infant- after paying for his seat - has split opinion.

Sam Faiers is yet to share the name of her new baby boy after announcing his arrival earlier this week. But some fans are convinced that they may have worked out the newborn’s moniker after believing that former The Only Way Is Essex star Sam, 31, dropped a big hint on social media.

Khloe Kardashian put on a gorgeous display as she showed off her curves in a turquoise body hugging, mini dress.The reality TV star, 37, was snapped attending the Disney Hulu Upfront in New York City, where her mum Kris Jenner was also in attendance. Wearing black sunglasses, a pink manicure and open-toed heels, Khloe looked stunning as her platinum blonde hair blew in the wind. Disney Hulu Upfront showcases Disney's network, cable and streaming content and many celebrities, including Dwayne 'The Rock' and Hilary Duff were spotted at the event.

Deborah James has shared how her doting husband Sebastian whisked her away after spending a full 10 days inside her house amid her bowel cancer. The 40 year old, who has been courageously battling bowel cancer for five years, announced last week that her body is "just not playing ball" and she's been moved to end-of-life care.

Prince Edward stunned commuters as he boarded a busy tube service in central London this week. However royal sources say it is "not uncommon" for the Earl of Wessex to use the London underground to travel around the capital.

Who doesn't love having a new Netflix show to get your teeth stuck into? And this week, The Lincoln Lawyer has shot straight to the top of the streaming giant's charts and got us all staying up way beyond our bedtimes as we binge.The ten part legal drama has brought the character of Michael Connelly back to our screens for the first time since the 2011 film. Starring Manuel Garcia-Rulfo, Neve Campbell and Jazz Raycole, it is based on the 2008 novel The Brass Verdict and is so named because the main character, defence attorney Mickey Haller (Garcia-Rulfo), works out of a chauffeur driven Lincoln town car rather than in an office.The show is the brainchild of David E Kelly who is behind some of the biggest shows in recent years including Big Little Lies, Big Sky and Nine Perfect Strangers.

S Club star Jo O’Meara showed off her huge sleeve tattoo as she posed on a red carpet with her old bandmate Rachel Stevens on Tuesday night. The pair stepped out at the Opening Night of 'Grease' The Musical at The Dominion Theatre in London, which stars Peter Andre as Vince Fontaine. Jo, 43, looked fantastic in a long green and black polka dot dress which she teamed with cream lace-up heels.

Peter Andre couldn't wipe the smile from his face as his children Junior and Princess came to support him as he made his Grease debut.The Mysterious Girl singer is taking on the role of Vince Fontaine in the hit musical on the West End and made his big debut at the Dominion Theatre London on Tuesday evening. And the 49 year old was seen with his proud children Junior, 16, and 14 year old Princess, as he exited the theatre and signed autographs for eager fans.The brother and sister duo were casually clad for the outing, and they were spotted patiently waiting as their famous father, who recently opened up about Rebekah Vardy's "chipolata" jibes, to fulfil his duties for fans. Peter opted for a printed black and white shirt and skinny black jeans for the successful evening.

Claudia Winkleman ditched her signature style as she attended an event in London on Tuesday evening. Stepping out at Sky's Up Next event at the Theatre Royal, the 50 year old Strictly Come Dancing host wowed in a chic, structured blazer that she wore atop a black and white lace top with a satin bow tie. But the television presenter, who was joined by her husband Kris Thykier at a recent event, seemed to opt for a sweeping side fringe rather than her usual block bangs, showing off her smokey, sultry eyeshadow.

MORE: The real reason Johnny Depp REFUSES to look at Amber Heard during trialJohnny Depp and Amber Heard's defamation case began on 11 April in Fairfax County, Virginia, and proceedings have been livestreamed throughout, further feeding public interest. WATCH: Amber Heard says she did not want divorce details to go publicBut when will the case come to a close?READ: What Johnny Depp's lawyer REALLY said as he celebrated Amber Heard's Kate Moss commentMORE: Johnny Depp: Everything Kate Moss has said following surprise celebration at trialAfter a ten-day hiatus, the trial resumed on Monday 16 May with Amber completing her testimony before facing cross-examination from Johnny's legal team.

David Muir rarely shares personal snapshots on his social media, but there's one figure that will usually make frequent appearances, that being his dog Axel.MORE: David Muir shares heartbreaking Covid story that leaves fans in tearsThe ABC anchor took to Instagram to post a picture of himself posing alongside his dog as they both pulled off an identical stance.VIDEO: Does David Muir have a partner? Here's all we knowThey both sat on the sofa with their hands crossed together, with David also giving Axel a sly look as he wrote: "We cross our paws together."Many of his fans felt like they were seeing double with the photograph, with fellow ABC colleague Deborah Roberts writing: "Too cool!"MORE: David Muir has the sweetest message for Kelly Ripa and her childrenKelly Ripa said: "[heart emoji] you too," with Ginger Zee simply quipping: "Stately." A fan also commented: "Very elegant! The swagger!""Such a handsome duo," another added, with a third also writing: "You two are one of a kind. Very special," and one also calling them "two distinguished gentlemen." David and Axel struck matching posesThe World News Tonight star recently had another personal set of photos to share, this time celebrating a bit of good news.The reporter had the honor of being Syracuse University's class of 2022 commencement speaker at their graduation.MORE: David Muir shares rare personal photographs during break from ABCMORE: David Muir has reason to celebrate following latest career newsHe certainly took the position seriously, sharing on Instagram some images from the special occasion ahead of his speech, which was no doubt inspiring.