Web archive - September 19, 2024

Entertainment

‘Harry Potter’ director Chris Columbus reflects on child casting, influenced by Macaulay Culkin

Harry Potter director Chris Columbus shares how Macaulay Culkin’s Home Alone stardom influenced his child casting.

Entertainment

Jennie’s countdown draws massive traffic, ends with personal message to fans

Jennie of BLACKPINK concludes a mysterious countdown on her website with a personal message to fans,

Entertainment

Lady Gaga explains why she never addressed rumors she was a man: ‘I didn’t feel like a victim’

Lady Gaga revealed why she avoided addressing rumors she was a man, saying "didn't feel like a victim" of the lie.

Entertainment

Kesha debuts new version of 'TiK ToK' with Diddy lyric change amid allegations

Kesha debuted a new version of her hit "TiK ToK" with a pointed lyric change about Diddy amid his ongoing legal case.

Entertainment

Saturday Night Live announces its season 50 lineup: Jean Smart, Ariana Grande, and Chappell Roan.

Saturday Night Live season 50 kicks off Sept. 28 with Jean Smart hosting and Jelly Roll as musical guest.

Entertainment

Could Nina Dobrev and Paul Wesley’s reunion hint at a Vampire Diaries reboot?

Nina Dobrev and Paul Wesley’s reunion in New York has sparked speculation among fans about a Vampire Diaries reboot.

Business

USD drops as Federal Reserve cuts interest rates by 0.5%

Dollar index was last down 0.53% on the day at 100.37, the lowest since July 2023

Business

US stocks dip after Federal Reserve's 50 basis point rate cut

S&P 500 oscillates between modest gains and losses prior to the announcement

World

Snapchat unveils new spectacles with hands-free AR experience

The new Spectacles will be powered by “Snap OS,” enabling users to interact with AR experiences via voice commands

Pakistan

Russian DPM meets COAS to discuss defence, regional security

Alexey Overchuk commends Pakistan Army for its significant role in combating terrorism