‘The Same Storm’ Review: A Starry Assembly Sheds Warm Light on the Pandemic’s Darkest Moments

Universal Orlando Resort today announced the closing of at least five attractions to make way for what it termed “new family entertainment.” Fievel’s Playland, Woody Woodpecker’s Nuthouse Coaster, Curious George Goes to Town, DreamWorks Destination and Shrek and Donkey’s Meet & Greet will permanently close at end of day on January 15 203, according to an announcement posted to the resort’s Twitter page.

A monster bash! Several A-list stars and influencers celebrated spooky season the right way by attending the third annual Unruly Agency Halloween Party this holiday weekend. 

Glamour honored Angela Bassett with for her work on stage and screen. Emmy-, Grammy-, and six-time Tony Award winner Audra McDonald, who presented Bassett with her honor, said it best: “An actor, executive producer, a mother, a friend, and on, and on, and on…Were you surprised that she was cast as head of the Bad Bitch Support Group on Black Lady Sketch Show, and as Ramonda in Wakanda Forever, queen of the most powerful nation in the world? I wasn’t!”“Think about the way she sits with strength, and truth, whether it is on the stage, screen, you cannot take her eyes off of her, can you?” McDonald continued. “I can think of no one more deserving of Glamour’s Lifetime Achievement Award than Angela Bassett, a woman who I deeply admire, revere and honor, for all the stories that she weaves, the barriers she has broken, and the inspiration and leadership that she provides in our industry and to the next generation of artists.”When Bassett accepted her award, she bowed to McDonald with gratitude as she received a standing ovation.

ceremony, founder and director Dr. Rebecca Gomperts was honored for her work providing tens of thousands of women with access to medication abortion across America—from her headquarters in Amsterdam. The impact of was perfectly summed up by actor and podcast host Busy Philipps, who presented Gomperts with her award at the Tuesday, November 1 ceremony. “I had this realization a long time ago, but simply existing as a woman in this country and in many, many countries is a political act,”  Philipps said.

(that is, to win an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony). And on Tuesday, November 1, the talk show host added another honor to her lengthy list of accomplishments: 2022 .She was presented with the award by Kelly Rowland, who praised Hudson as “resilient, talented, and honey that voice!" “In a business filled with competition and scarcity, Jennifer puts family, friendship, sisterhood, and community above all," Rowland continued.

Ziwe is back with the second half of the second season of her namesake talk show and she has declared a “diversity war.”

Not counting the series that are officially ending this season, the oldest scripted series on the air at the CW is flagship All American, currently in its fifth season. All other shows are three-years-old or younger. That is significant as series tend to get more expensive as they age.

2ND UPDATE: David DePape, the suspect arrested in the attack of House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s husband in their San Francisco home, pleaded not guilty to state charges Tuesday.

ceremony in New York City, where they were for their contribution to music, pop culture, and sisterhood.On Tuesday, November 1, actor and known Haim super fan Sophie Turner introduced the trio to a crowd which included other Women of the Year honorees like and “They will always make you feel welcome, loved, important, and in the presence of something truly special,” said Turner of Haim. “Their sisterhood extends beyond each other, outside of the Haim circle.

at the Glamour on Tuesday, November 1. Olympian Sunisa Lee was on hand to present Kim with her award. “Chloe can tell you: your life changes overnight when you win a gold medal,” Lee told the crowd.

Aurora James challenged major retailers to do more than offer empty statements of support. “So many of your businesses are built on Black spending power,” she wrote in an Instagram post that quickly went viral. “So many of your stores are set up in Black communities.”Her ask: Create lasting change by dedicating 15% of shelf space to Black-owned brands.

Glamour honored Watts with a . “This mom is certainly proof that woman can and do change the world,” said , who introduced her at the ceremony held in New York on November 1.

Glamour Women of the Year awards have celebrated women who, as the very first print issue declared, “took charge, spoke out, risked their lives, made a difference.” On Tuesday, November 1, Glamour celebrated another class of game changers, rule breakers, and trailblazers at The Grill & The Pool in New York City. The honorees were: , our lifetime achievement honoree who has always ruled the stage and screen with regal grace; , the woman delivering abortions to women across America—from her headquarters in Amsterdam; , EGOT winner and talk show host; , who founded Moms Demand Action to fight senseless gun violence; , the rock stars who still prize sisterhood above all; and , the designer changing the face of business with the Fifteen Percent Pledge.

Brittney Griner was sentenced to nine and a half years in prison in Russia on drug possession charges, and just last week, her appeal of that sentencing was . Since she was first detained in the country in February, the American government and various human rights organizations have been working round the clock in an effort to bring her home.

One day after the arrest of a suspect for the murders of Liberty “Libby” German and Abigail “Abby” Williams was announced, Libby’s mom is speaking out.

The person responsible for shooting and killing Takeoff is still on the loose, and the Houston Police Department is asking for the public’s help in solving the crime.

UPDATED with latest: A Los Angeles Superior Court judge on Tuesday ruled that Rust script supervisor Mamie Mitchell can pursue her negligence and other claims against Alec Baldwin, who fired a loaded gun on the New Mexico set of the indie Western last year that killed cinematographer Halyna Hutchins and wounded director Joel Souza.

Lisa Rinna was prepared to showcase her “receipts” during The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills Season 12 reunion, but the content of her manila envelopes was never revealed on air.

DAME Judi Dench fought back tears tonight during what fans have dubbed an "utterly enchanting" interview with Louis Theroux. The Oscar winning actress became emotional while talking about her late husband Michael Williams, who died in 2001. They were watching an advert for spreads which they starred in together, when Judi said: "Thank you, Clover butter." Louis, 52, asked: "Are you OK talking about how it came to an end, how he came to die?" Judi, 87, replied: "Well he wasn't well..." before pausing.

CAROL Vorderman has been dubbed the "sexiest woman alive" after posting a picture of herself in bed. The 61-year-old This Morning and Celebrity Gogglebox star thrilled her army of fans when she posted an early-hours snap.

PRESENTER Declan Donnelly has been spotted on the beaches of Australia with his family as he prepares for the new I'm A Celebrity series. The long-running TV show is preparing to make a comeback after two years being staged at Gwrych Castle in Wales due to the pandemic. But the star took to the picturesque Australian beaches with his family as he prepares to go on-air in the jungle once again.

GREAT British Bake Off fans have hit back at Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith as show 'doesn't give bakers enough time' to make the tasks they're set. As the temperature heated up in the tent as the quarter finals dawned on them, Pastry Week set a new set of tests including vol-au-vents, spring rolls and a "pie-scape" based on a childhood storybook or nursery rhyme. However, all remaining five contestants found themselves in trouble throughout the tasks, with Paul in particular demanding "pastry nirvana" and criticising them for not rising to the challenge.

EMMERDALE fans are in shock after Cain Dingle was charged with murdering Al Chapman. The village thug - who is played by actor Jeff Hordley in the ITV soap - lured businessman Al to a remote bar after posing as his lover Chas Dingle. Once there, Cain threatened him with a shotgun, before attacking Al in a brutal fight.

STRICTLY Come Dancing fans are fearing a fan favourite could be in trouble after landing one of the most difficult dance routines the series shows.  As the remaining 10 couples are heading into week seven of the competition, and after the shock elimination of EastEnders’ James Bye and Amy Dowden last week, it’s clear no one is safe.  Ellie Taylor and Johannes Radebe topped the leaderboard during the Halloween special, doing a Couples’ Choice routine inspired by Hocus Pocus to I Put A Spell On You.  However, fans are fearing that this may be a high coming before a fall, as they’ve now been landed with the difficult rumba.  The Cuban dance, which is characterised by slow and determined hip movements, passionate storytelling and requires immaculate posture.  Strictly rumbas have proven to either make or break partners during their stint on the show – and it hasn’t gone unnoticed by fans.  “Absolutely thrilled for Ellie and Jojo, although I sadly sense the glittery trap door next week with that rumba,” wrote one, before adding, “more than happy to be proved wrong.”  “Ellie and johannes rumba who else is scared?” said another.  While another took a quote from Whoopi Goldberg and said: “ellie t, you in danger girl”  Strictly is going back to basics this week after two back-to-back themed episodes.

Matt Hancock has landed in Australia after signing up to I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here.  The politician, who had to resign after The Sun exposed him for breaking his own lockdown rules by having an affair in the office, is the 12th star to go into the Jungle after landing at Brisbane Airport.  Asked how he was feeling, Matt, 44, who arrived in jeans with a white t-shirt tucked in, said: "I had a very pleasant flight." However the MP gave nothing away when asked how he felt about heading into the jungle, adding: "I am keeping my mouth zipped." Matt, who has since been suspended as a Tory MP, is set to join Love Island's Olivia Attwood and ex England rugby player Mike Tindall for the show which starts on Sunday.

STRICTLY Come Dancing fans have a big decision to make - as real-life pro couple Kai Widdrington and Nadiya Bychkova swerve the official tour for their own show.  Both theatre tours hit the road next year, with Kai and Nadiya making the most of their fairytale romance with an 11-date titled Once Upon A Time from late March until the beginning of May.  However, this is a direct clash with rehearsals and initial performances of the official Strictly Come Dancing: The Professionals tour, which starts at Hull Bonus arena on May 2nd.  It will continue to cover the whole of the UK, including a three-day stint at the London Palladium, before finishing at Liverpool’s M&S Bank Arena on May 30th.  As a result, they won’t be able to make it, proving a knock for both fans and the show itself, seeing as they are two of Strictly’s most prominent professional dancers.  Dianne Buswell, Vito Coppola, Carlos Gu, Karen Hauer, Neil Jones, Nikita Kuzmin, Gorka Marquez, Luba Mushtuk, Jowita Przystal and Nancy Xu have all been confirmed to perform in the upcoming 31-date official show.  Nadiya and Kai went public with their romance earlier this year, following Nadiya’s split from footballer fianceé ​Matija Škarabot ​in 2021.  When taking part in the Strictly tour last year, Kai was first spotted comforting her. After initially keeping their relationship a secret, they are now regular faces on red carpets including the Black Adam premiere in September, and frequently jet off on romantic holidays together.

EASTENDERS has cast a Brit gangster film legend to shake up the show. Fans will be stunned to learn movie legend Nick Nevern has bagged the role as Sam Mitchell’s ex. Nick, who has appeared in dozens of British gangster flicks and shot to fame in classics including Vendetta alongside Danny Dyer, will make his debut on EastEnders next week when his character arrives on the Square in an attempt to win back Sam.

NEWLY-single Love Island star Millie Court has posed for some of her sexiest snaps ever. The 25-year-old, who was coupled up with Liam Reardon in the villa before they split in the outside world, is on a trip to Thailand.

EAMONN Holmes has suffered a fall at his Surrey home - leaving the star with a fractured shoulder and in "an awful lot of pain". The 62-year-old former This Morning star has been left "gutted" by his latest health setback, his rep said today. The tumble means Eamonn - who recently had spinal surgery to try and ease chronic pain in his back and legs - will remain off air.

EMILY Atack looked sensational in a striking hot pink mini dress as she showed off her famous curves on her ITV2 show. The actress, 32, turned heads in her outfit as she glammed up for The Emily Atack show. Emily looked catwalk ready as she showed off her endless legs in her short dress.

LOVE Island’s Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu has broken her silence on the Dancing On Ice 'curse' after being paired up with hunky pro skater. The reality TV queen, 28, has become the highest-paid Love Island star in the skating show's history.

DANCING On Ice pro skater Vanessa Bauer proves she is ready to heat up the rink. The 26-year-old has been paired with former Towie star Joey Essex, 32, for the ITV show’s next series in January. But Germany-born Vanessa has work to do, as Joey sliced his finger last month in a trial run.

HE has made a mint from his music career and is worth over £900million – but Sir Paul McCartney is not resting on his laurels. He has raked in an impressive £1.5million profit in just 12 months from a new business which sees him investing his hard-earned dosh into up-and-coming companies.

I’M A Celebrity signing Mike Tindall is not the only member of the Royal Family giving reality TV a whirl this year. I can exclusively reveal that a relative of King Charles, Princess Olga Romanoff, will take part in new E4 series The Big Celebrity Detox. The show sees stars trying out a range of weird therapies — including drinking their own urine — which are almost as stomach-churning as the jungle’s Bushtucker Trials.

STRICTLY Come Dancing head judge Shirley Ballas has come under more fire after speculation she should be replaced. The former world championship dancer has been on the show since 2017 in the head judge's spot, taking over from long-standing leading man Len Goodman. However, amid rumours there are rows simmering among the judges, and accusations of favouritism from Shirley towards the male celebrity competitors, some are now calling for her to be replaced.

How will you remember 2020? The intriguing question is at the heart of Peter Hedges’ “The Same Storm”; filmed using laptops and iPhones, it serves as a cinematic record of the year’s looming issues. Hedges — who wrote and directed the project — tackles a myriad of topics ranging from a then-new pandemic to an upcoming election.