Harlan Coben star’s “gripping” British BBC thriller teases dark secrets as filming begins

Inspired by Nikki May’s novel of the same name, Wahala (a West African word for ‘trouble’) is a six-part thriller that’s been called captivating and full of surprises. The story follows four Nigerian-British women in their thirties as they balance their careers, relationships, and families in modern London, while also confronting secrets and dangers from their pasts in Nigeria.

Goddess of Victory: NIKKE “B-SIDE IDOL” update brings SSR Mint, rerun banners, new costumes, and more

Okay, so I just unlocked Mint, and she’s awesome! She’s a super popular singer and the leader of this group called T.T. STAR. She’s a Supporter, meaning she helps my team, and she’s really versatile. Depending on whether she’s using her special ability – her Burst Skill – she can either buff my allies to make them stronger, or heal them up when they’re hurting. It’s like getting two Supporters in one!

Barry Blaustein, comedy writer known for ‘Saturday Night Live’ and ‘Coming to America,’ dies at 71

Screenwriting professor Norman Blaustein has died, Chapman University’s Dodge College of Film and Media Arts confirmed. He had been teaching at the school since 2012. Blaustein had been living with Parkinson’s disease for ten years and recently received a diagnosis of Stage 4 pancreatic cancer last month, according to the Hollywood Reporter.

The 15 TV shows we’re excited about this summer

Apple TV+’s new series, “Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed,” has a title that hints at adult content, but at its heart, it’s a showcase for Tatiana Maslany’s talent. Maslany plays Paula, a soccer mom and fact-checker going through a messy divorce, who finds unexpected connection with someone online. When she witnesses an attack on this man during a video session, she starts investigating, quickly finding herself in a dangerous situation. She soon finds herself evading criminals and the police – particularly a standout detective played by Dolly De Leon – on a thrilling adventure. Paula is flawed and relatable, and Maslany excels at portraying complex characters. Overall, “Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed” looks like a darkly humorous and emotionally honest thriller that lives up to its name. — Mary McNamara